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The Tennessee Motorcycles and Music Revival

Published on July 12, 2018 under Born To Ride
The Tennessee Motorcycles and Music Revival
The Tennessee Motorcycles and Music Revival is a four-day event held at Loretta Lynn's Ranch and is all about motorcycles, music, comradery and the outdoors. It is held at the Ranch of one of the one of the most legendary country artists ever to play the world stage, Loretta Lynn. For overnighters wanting the true experience, hundreds of power hook-ups and acres of the ranch are available for RV's of all sizes all the way to the glamping tents and open land for primitive campers. There are also many hotels nearby. The hub of the event is at Honky Tonk…
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Corey Meyerson Named MIC Membership Advisor

Published on July 10, 2018 under Born To Ride
Corey Meyerson Named MIC Membership Advisor
IRVINE, Calif., July 10, 2018 – Corey Meyerson, former director of partnerships at MX Sports Pro Racing, has joined the Motorcycle Industry Council as Membership Advisor. Meyerson worked with the Lucas Oil Pro Motocross Series more than seven years, developing strong relationships with sponsors, vendors, media and others across the industry.   “Corey will give our membership division a boost of new energy,” said Tim Buche, MIC president and CEO. “The rapport she built with aftermarket and trade businesses will not only help the MIC recruit and retain members, it will help foster a common purpose and beneficial relationships among…
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In case you missed it … MotoAmerica at Road America

Published on July 3, 2018 under Blog
In case you missed it … MotoAmerica at Road America
MotoAmerica at Road America Last month legions of race fans descended upon Elkhart Lake, Wisconsin June 1-3, for round 4 of the MotoAmerica road racing series. After a month-long sabbatical, riders and teams were eager to get back on the track and on the throttle. Reigning Superbike 1000 champ Toni Elias held a commanding lead in the points after the first three race rounds, but the challengers to his throne came stoked for battle. In Supersport 600 Valentin Debise returned to challenge class leader JD Beach in his first race weekend since a horrific crash at Daytona back in March.…
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Andrea Dovizioso Finishes Fourth and Jorge Lorenzo Seventh at the end of an Exciting Dutch TT Race at Assen

Published on July 2, 2018 under Blog
Andrea Dovizioso Finishes Fourth and Jorge Lorenzo Seventh at the end of an Exciting Dutch TT Race at Assen
  The two Ducati Team riders Andrea Dovizioso and Jorge Lorenzo finished an exciting Dutch Grand Prix held today at the Assen TT circuit in fourth and seventh place respectively. The Italian rider, who started from the second row, fought in the leading group throughout the entire race and also held the lead of the GP for three laps after the mid-point. In the final stages, however, Andrea was passed by Marquez, Rins and Viñales and he finished the race in fourth place after holding off the attacks from Rossi. Team-mate Jorge Lorenzo also ran a good race, and despite…
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BAGNAIA SIGNS THE POKER FOR THE SKY RACING TEAM VR46 AT ASSEN_MOTO2

Published on July 2, 2018 under Blog
BAGNAIA SIGNS THE POKER FOR THE SKY RACING TEAM VR46 AT ASSEN_MOTO2
The young Italian rider dominates the Dutch GP from the first to the last corner. Eighth Luca Marini. Assen (Netherlands), July 1, 2018 - Francesco Bagnaia hits for the fourth time in the 2018 season the highest step of the podium for the Sky Racing Team VR46. In fact, at Assen, after dominating the race, from the first to the last corner, he is first under the checkered flag and extends his advantage in the Championship over his direct opponent. Started from pole position, Pecco immediately imposes his pace and opens a gap between himself and his followers. At the…
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TOP10 FOR NICOLO’ BULEGA AT ASSEN_MOTO3

Published on July 2, 2018 under Blog
TOP10 FOR NICOLO’ BULEGA AT ASSEN_MOTO3
At the Cathedral of Speed, the young rider of the Sky Racing Team VR46 conquers the first points of the season. 12th Dennis Foggia after a great recovery. Assen (Netherlands), July 1, 2018 - A good weekend for Sky Racing Team VR46 at the Dutch GP: after yesterday's first row, Nicolò Bulega also conquers the first points of the 2018 season. A positive epilogue also for Dennis Foggia who closes 12th after a beautiful recovery. Nicolò, third at the start, for a race contact in the traffic of the first corner, is forced to give up positions but does not…
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American Motorcyclist Association Opposes Increase in Federal Ethanol Mandates

Published on July 2, 2018 under AMA
American Motorcyclist Association Opposes Increase in Federal Ethanol Mandates
EPA proposes 590 million gallons of additional ethanol in nation's fuel supply   PICKERINGTON, Ohio -- The American Motorcyclist Association opposes a proposal from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency to increase the amount of ethanol in the country's fuel supply by nearly 600 million gallons in 2019. The 2019 renewable volume obligations announced by the EPA June 26 call for 19.88 billion gallons of ethanol to be blended into the nation's vehicle fuel supply in 2019, up 3 percent from the 19.29 billion gallons mandated for 2018. All of the proposed increase is in advanced biofuels-those made from non-food sources-while…
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HARLEY-DAVIDSON’S 115TH ANNIVERSARY MEDIA SITE

Published on July 2, 2018 under Blog
HARLEY-DAVIDSON’S 115TH ANNIVERSARY MEDIA SITE
MILWAUKEE (June 25, 2018) – Harley-Davidson’s 115th Anniversary media site is now live! The site will include a press credential form that all media planning on attending the event should submit prior to the anniversary weekend. Registration on-site will be available, but it is highly encouraged to register in advance. The site also includes information on the media center located at the Harley-Davidson Museum that will be available during the celebration for media use and registration. The media center will be open August 28 – September 1 from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. and September 2 from 6 a.m. to…
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Lima Half Mile

Published on June 29, 2018 under Blog
Lima Half Mile
Tune-In Alert! Catch the Indian Motorcycle Lima Half-Mile Sat., June 30, on FansChoice.tv at 2:30 pm ET (11:30 am PT) DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (June 29, 2018) – If you can't make the race, don't miss all the action from the 2018 Indian Motorcycle Lima Half-Mile tomorrow on FansChoice.tv, folks! You've got a totally unique racetrack and a bunch of championship-focused contenders in AFT Twins and AFT Singles, all vying for all-important points. The action starts at 2:30 pm ET with practice and qualifying, and continues right through to the Main Events later that evening. Don't miss it! How to Watch:…
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MotoAmerica & WorldSBK at Laguna Seca

Published on June 26, 2018 under AMA
MotoAmerica & WorldSBK at Laguna Seca
In an epic three days of racing, at one of the most epic race circuits on the planet, MotoAmerica and WorldSBK shared the track and the attention of the racing world at Laguna Seca last weekend.   Cameron Beaubier and Jonathan Rea extended their points leads in MotoAmerica and WorldSBK respectively over the long, hot weekend, both "doing the double" at the legendary circuit in their Superbike classes. The weekend also saw MotoAmerica's Josh Herrin make headlines, by competing in both MotoAm and in WorldSBK as a wild card. This brought the total American riders participating in SBK Superbike to…
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The Ducati Scrambler Land of Joy comes to WDW2018

Published on June 22, 2018 under Blog
The Ducati Scrambler Land of Joy comes to WDW2018
The Ducati Scrambler Land of Joy comes to WDW2018 • Friday 20 July the Ducati riders will take part in a Flat Track Race at the Misano Arena • Live music, live radio broadcasts and hot-air balloon rides to enjoy WDW from above as well as lots more fun initiatives at the Scrambler Village • All aboard for test rides of the entire Ducati Scrambler range and the Flat Track School Borgo Panigale (Bologna, Italy), 22 June 2018 – The Ducati Scrambler Land of Joy and its many fun initiatives is a must for the busy programme of events confirmed…
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THIS SUMMER YOUR RIDING EXPERIENCE AND INVESTMENT IN HARLEY-DAVIDSON® IS BEING PROTECTED

Published on June 21, 2018 under AMA
THIS SUMMER YOUR RIDING EXPERIENCE AND INVESTMENT IN HARLEY-DAVIDSON® IS BEING PROTECTED
The Harley-Davidson® Freedom Promise: Buy a New or Used Street® or Sportster® and When You Trade-it in Within a Year of Riding, the Company Will Honor Your Purchase Price MILWAUKEE (June 20, 2018) – This summer it’s never been easier to own an original Harley-Davidson® Freedom Machine. Take advantage of the Freedom Promise at a participating dealership near you (not available in all states, please contact your dealer): 1. Buy it: Buy a new or used Street® or Sportster® in stock model year 2012 or newer motorcycle and claim it before August 31, 2018. 2. Ride it: Enjoy the open…
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