Motorcycle News

American Motorcyclist Association to field team for 2018 FIM World Junior Motocross Championship

Six riders to represent the United States at international motocross event PICKERINGTON, Ohio -- The American Motorcyclist Association is pleased to announce the six riders who will represent the United States at the 2018 FIM World Junior Motocross Championship, where the best young riders in the world compete on a fast and flowing track in Horsham, Australia, Aug. 24-26. The FIM World Junior Motocross Championship is for competitors between the ages of 11 and 17 years. Countries from around the world select their best young up-and-coming riders to compete in individual classes and team events. The event, at the Horsham…
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Terry Longpre 06-20-18

American Patriot’s As I write my column(s) I mention the military, law enforcement, and our first responders. In this column, I want to address those who I consider to be those responders.   According to the dictionary the words First Responders means; A certified person who has completed a course and received certification in providing pre-hospital care for medical emergencies.   In my world, I personally consider anyone (EMS and Fire Department personnel) who responds to an emergency such as a fire, auto accident or medical issue or a disaster a first responder. The above list could also include law…
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Ride Sunday 2018 Unites Motorcyclists Worldwide for Charity

NEW YORK, June 13, 2018 (Newswire.com) - 1,300 riders, 239 events globally, 134,259 km pledged and almost $200k raised for charity, Ride Sunday 2018 firmly cemented itself as the international day of riding for a cause. Supported by Harley-Davidson Motorcycles, REV’IT!, Triumph Motorcycles, and Royal Enfield, participants took to the streets on Sunday, June 3 raising funds and awareness in support of 59 beneficiary charities registered upon the Ride Sunday platform - www.ridesunday.com. As a thank you for their support, the Top 20 fundraisers were each rewarded with a $1k USD REV’IT! gift voucher, while the 3 Highest Fundraisers globally earned…
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Summer Internship at Harley-Davidson

This summer, Harley-Davidson is turning a mundane rite of passage – the summer internship – into the experience of a lifetime. Eight social media savvy interns were selected to inspire new riders by taking to the road on a Harley-Davidson and documenting their journey, including: learning to ride at H-D Riding Academy, attending events ranging from motorcycle rallies to music festivals, and of course, experiencing the freedom of riding. Some will even take part in the Motor Company’s 115th Anniversary celebrations in Milwaukee and Prague – and all eight will of course get to keep their bike at the end…
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Video appears to show bikers topping 100 miles per hour or more on Tampa roads

BY: Nicole Grigg POSTED: 6:29 PM, Jun 5, 2018 TAMPA BAY, Fla. — A video posted to YouTube claims to capture triple-digit speeds on our Tampa Bay area roads. The video published on June 3 appears to show a number of bikers going through Ybor City, riding at high speeds on the Courtney Campbell, and areas through Hillsborough and Pinellas counties. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gSR4x5KIfY0 Check out the complete ABC News video   Suggested: Street racing hot spots in the Tampa Bay area The 15-minute video was posted under the subscriber name "shadetree surgeon" and had nearly 7,000 views. ABC Action News reached…
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Isle of Man TT 2018

A packed trackside crowd were treated to one of the greatest races in the TT’s long illustrious history as Peter Hickman won a sensational PokerStars Senior TT race at the Isle of Man TT races, fuelled by Monster Energy, on Friday when he set a new outright lap record of 135.452mph on the final lap to defeat Dean Harrison by just two seconds. The pair featured on the cover of the Official TT Programme and the ‘H-Bomb’ feature only hinted at the spectacular race that was to unfold at the climax of this year’s TT meeting as lap, race and…
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Need a Place to go this Summer?

Why is Copperhead Lodge the perfect vacation on two-wheels?   Rider amenities like no other destination topped off with some of the best riding roads in the country.     How can someone own a part of Copperhead Lodge?   Cabins are available for purchase. Deeded real property, no land leases. Prices start in the low $120s.     You have some great roads to ride there tell us a little about these roads?   I have a hard time deciding where to start! Our roads are nicely paved, low on traffic, scenic and offer everything to riders of all…
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Ride to the 78th

Ken Starling - Kory Souza Originals Ride to the 78th Friday, July 27, 2018 Beaufort, SC Hello, my name is Ken Starling and I will be participating in The Ride To The 78th this year for the first time. I will be riding with Kory Souza and his crew on the American Bagger/Urban Bagger Team. The Ride To The 78th is a 7-day charity motorcycle ride that leaves from a different city every year on a journey to Sturgis. This year, we are leaving from Port Royal South Carolina on Saturday, July 28 and traveling cross-country to Deadwood South Dakota…
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MotoAmerica at Road America

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. Junior Cup saw a full grid…
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American Motorcyclist Association Congratulates 2018 Nicky Hayden AMA Flat Track Horizon Award Winner Dallas Daniels and AMA Fast Brain Award Winner Kody Kopp

Winners to be honored at AMA Legends & Champions Weekend, Dec. 7-9 PICKERINGTON, Ohio -- The American Motorcyclist Association extends its congratulations to Dallas Daniels, winner of the 2018 Nicky Hayden AMA Flat Track Horizon Award, and Kody Kopp, winner of the 2018 AMA Fast Brain Award. These outstanding AMA competitors were selected from among the riders who participated in the 2018 AMA Flat Track Grand Championship at the Illinois State Fairgrounds in Springfield, Ill., May 29 through June 1. "The AMA is proud to present these young men with our two most prestigious awards for amateur flat track racing,"…
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Motorcycle Artists, Artwork Featured During 2018 AMA Vintage Motorcycle Days

Three-day event is a must-do for vintage motorcycle enthusiasts PICKERINGTON, Ohio -- Two artists whose work showcases motorcycles and motorcycling will be on hand at 2018 AMA Vintage Motorcycle Days, July 6-8, at Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course. Makoto Endo, a New York artist who travels to motorcycle shows and rallies and takes part in live solo painting performances, is attending for the second straight year. And Atomic Dice Studio Arts is making its second visit to AMA Vintage Motorcycle Days. "Each of these artists has a unique approach, but they both produce cool work that emphasizes the motorcycle lifestyle," said…
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Splendid 1-2 victory for the Ducati Team at Mugello

Splendid 1-2 victory for the Ducati Team at Mugello: Jorge Lorenzo dominates the Italian GP and Andrea Dovizioso finishes second to complete a day of triumph for the Italian manufacturer The Ducati Team pulled off a fantastic 1-2 win at the Autodromo del Mugello today, with its riders finishing first and second. Jorge Lorenzo, who got a perfect start from the front row, dominated the Italian Grand Prix from the first to the last lap, thus scoring his first win on a Ducati. Second place went to Andrea Dovizioso, who started from the third row. The Italian crossed the line…
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FOURTH PLACE FOR FRANCESCO BAGNAIA AT MUGELLO_S MOTO2

In front of the home crowd and on the special livery inspired by the Italian flag, Pecco defends his lead in the Championship. An excellent seventh place for Luca Marini. Scarperia (Italy), June 3, 2018 - Further evidence of strength for riders of the Sky Racing Team VR46, even today during the race at Mugello. After a good qualifying, both crossed the finishing line of the Home GP in the Top 10, respectively in the fourth and seventh position. Started from the fourth box of the grid, Pecco, despite the pain in his left arm, immediately reduced the gap from…
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Jorge Lorenzo tenth and Andrea Dovizioso thirteenth on day 1 of Italian GP practice at Mugello. Big crash for Michele Pirro during FP2

A difficult Day 1 of free practice action for the Ducati Team in the Italian GP at the Mugello circuit in Tuscany today concluded with its three riders in tenth, eleventh and thirteenth place. At the end of the two sessions, Jorge Lorenzo was tenth with a time of 1’47.691 while team-mate and last year’s winner Andrea Dovizioso, third in the morning’s FP1 session, finished the day three places behind in thirteenth with a lap of 1’47.902. Ducati Test Team rider and wild-card for this event, Michele Pirro had a horrific crash during FP2. The Italian, second in FP1, lost…
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ATV Safety Institute Unveils New Logo as Its Fifth Annual ATV Safety Week Launches Across the Nation This Week

IRVINE, Calif., June 1, 2018 – The ATV Safety Institute today introduced a new logo to coincide with the launch of its annual ATV Safety Week that will run June 1-10 at free ASI ATV RiderCourses across the nation. “The new logo retains the Americana red and blue colors that are so familiar to our licensed instructors and students during the past four decades, but now it graphically depicts our focus as a safety organization, which is on the rider and the safe and proper use of an ATV,” said Erik Pritchard, president of the ATV Safety Institute. “The logo…
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ELEVENTH PLACE FOR DENNIS FOGGIA AT THE END OF THE DAY1 AT MUGELLO

After a good start in FP1, the young rider of the Sky Racing Team VR46 reduces the distances in the second session. 18th Nicolò Bulega. Scarperia (Italy), June 1, 2018 – An hardworking Day1 for the riders of the Sky Racing Team VR46 at Mugello, which this week hosts the Oakley Italian Grand Prix. After the first day of free practices, Dennis Foggia is close to the Top10, in 11th position, while Nicolò Bulega hits the 18th place. Dennis, who did not race on the Tuscan circuit since the CIV, thanks to the work done in the last testing session…
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