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Riello UPS and Ducati Corse in MotoGP: a Record Partnership

As well as the massive visibility guaranteed by the presence of the brand logo on the front fairing and the rear of the red bikes from Borgo Panigale, the riders’ leathers and team gear, the partnership between Riello UPS and Ducati has added value represented by the unprecedented and unparalleled emotional involvement that over the years has spread amongst the employees of Riello UPS and clients. Distributors, fitters, dealers and even end-users of Riello UPS products are by now totally familiar with the Ducati-Riello UPS pairing, which valorizes the image of Italian technology throughout the world. This appreciation, which is…
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DIAMOND GUSSET JEANS REVIEW – Rob Brooks

Many companies today provide quality protective clothing for motorcycle riders. Blue jeans are often the go-to pant for bikers, for their comfort, utilitarian function, and general good looks. Yet often, these offer sub-par protection in the event of an “off.” Several companies offer armored jeans, with sewn-in protection at key points around the garment. Companies like Joe Rocket, Icon, Alpinestars, and Cortech are among those who offer high quality riding jeans. At a recent Great American Motorcycle Show, I had the privilege to meet with David Hall of Diamond Gusset Jean Company, a unique, all-American outfit based in Bon Aqua,…
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Atlanta Motorcyclists Ride to Cure the Deadliest Childhood Cancer

Atlanta Motorcyclists Ride to Cure the Deadliest Childhood Cancer Pediatric Brain Tumor Foundation’s Ride for Kids Motorcycle Charity Event Raises Critical Funds for Childhood Brain Tumor Research and Family Support Programs ATLANTA, March 7, 2018 – Today, 13 children will be diagnosed with a brain tumor, the deadliest childhood cancer. On Sunday, June 3 the Atlanta motorcycle community will ride to change that. Hosted by the Pediatric Brain Tumor Foundation’s Georgia Chapter, the 2018 Atlanta Ride for Kids will fund critical research for a cure, as well as family support programs such as emergency financial assistance, peer support and college…
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Ducati Team on the starting-blocks for opening round of 2018 MotoGP World Championship in Qatar

After three pre-season testing sessions in Malaysia, Thailand and ten days ago in Qatar, the Ducati Team is now arriving in the Gulf state again for the first round of the 2018 MotoGP World Championship, which takes place on Sunday at the Losail International Circuit on the outskirts of Doha. Coming off the back of an extraordinary year in which he won six races and finished runner-up, Andrea Dovizioso begins his sixth successive season with the colors of the Borgo Panigale squad, becoming one of the ‘longest-lasting’ riders in the Italian manufacturer’s MotoGP history. 2018 will be Andrea’s eleventh consecutive…
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Sarasota Powerboat Grand Prix Announces Exciting Changes For 2018

OFFICIAL MEDIA RELEASE Release Contact: Lucy Nicandri, Executive Director 941-706-3795 / lucy.nicandri@suncoastcc.org RELEASE DATE: March 12, 2018 Sarasota Powerboat Grand Prix Announces Exciting Changes For 2018 As this historic race site prepares to celebrate 34 years of racing history, it has announced three exciting changes for the upcoming 2018 Festival taking place from June 23 to July 4. The Festival has a new name, CBS Sports will be the national television carrier for the powerboat races on July 1, and a collaboration between Powerboat P1 and Race World Offshore is underway. The Festival’s name will be billed as the Hotelplanner…
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Terry Longpre March 8, 2018

American Patriot’s It is my opinion in this day and time if you attack or threaten to attack school children no matter what your age, you should be charged as an adult with an act of terrorism and what every state statues apply. Also, parents need to monitor and teach their children respect for all, which most do. It is those where the parents fail children and young adults who will become wayward and want the attention drawn to them by an act of violence or threats usually on a social media site. If the media would report the news…
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Forrest Minchinton Shapes Surfboards in the Desert, and the Desert Shapes Him

Forrest Minchinton Shapes Surfboards in the Desert, and the Desert Shapes Him Words by Nathan Myers Photos by Harry Mark, Aaron Brimhall & Drew Martin   “At first I was just shaping surfboards to pay for motorcycles,” explains Forrest Minchinton. He elaborates, “Way out in the desert, somehow that made perfect sense.” The road to Johnson Valley high desert passes through a few small towns. Smaller and smaller, until there’s just one store. And it’s closed. There are a few homes outside of town … then a few abandoned trailers … then nothing at all. Beyond that, there’s the place…
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POSITIVE BALANCE FOR THE LAST IRTA TEST IN JEREZ. THE SKY RACING TEAM VR46 IS READY FOR QATAR GP

The 2018 pre-season ended in Andalusia. Bagnaia and Marini close to the fastest in Moto2 and are ready for their debut in Doha. At work also Bulega and Foggia in Moto3 for reducing the distances from the Top guys. Jerez de la Frontera, March 8, 2018 - Just one week to the start of the new season on the Doha track in Qatar, the pre-season season ends for the Sky Racing Team VR46 in Jerez de la Frontera. Checkered flag on the last official IRTA test of the 2018 with Bagnaia and Marini, both close to the most competitive in the…
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Happy International Women’s Day Ladies!

Happy International Women's Day Ladies!
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NEW HARLEY-DAVIDSON FORTY-EIGHT SPECIAL AND IRON 1200 SPORTSTERS FUSE THROW-BACK DESIGN WITH MODERN PERFORMANCE

High Handlebars, Cool Graphics, and Garage-Built Attitude MILWAUKEE – Harley-Davidson adds to the long legacy of its Sportster motorcycle line with the introduction of the Iron 1200 and Forty-Eight Special models. The latest in a line of 100 high-impact motorcycles the company plans to introduce by 2027, these new high-bar Sportsters combine throw-back styling trends from the custom-bike scene with the solid foundation of the Sportster platform and the punchy performance of the Evolution 1200 V-Twin engine. Since its introduction in 1957, Sportster motorcycles have been repeatedly reimagined, in the hands of both the Motor Company and bike owners: The…
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2018 Daytona 200 Marks 77th Running of the Event

PICKERINGTON, Ohio -- The 77th running of the iconic American Motorcyclist Association-sanctioned Daytona 200 road race at Daytona International Speedway on March 17 will feature intense competition on the track, as well as a fan walk and autograph session before racing gets underway. First run in 1937 on a makeshift 4.2-mile road/beach circuit, the Daytona 200 has evolved into a 200-mile, 57-lap bar-banging battle between professional and amateur road racers. "These riders will be navigating the twists, turns and steep banking of Daytona International Speedway's 3.51-mile road course, reaching speeds of up to 180 mph," said AMA Track Racing Manager…
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The Far Side of the World: Motorbikes in Indonesia

The Far Side of the World: Motorbikes in Indonesia Photos by Rob Brooks & Shayne Russell My wife and I enjoyed a 12-day trip to Indonesia this past year. I've made the trip several times in recent years with a non-profit I help manage, 127 Legacy Foundation, and have always been fascinated with the culture of motorcycles over there. Some interesting observations from our trip abroad: The largest displacement engine I’ve ever found in Indonesia was 250cc. It's an interesting contrast to the US, where, aside from scooters, a 250 is about the smallest you'll find. The rider always wears…
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The Lonely Scooter

Traveling around the world, I have become more appreciative of the lonely scooter. I have always owned motorcycles for my pleasure and a means for traveling to new destinations and to be with fellow motorcyclists. How often do you see a family of six riding on a Fatboy? On a scooter, It is a common sight in countries like Vietnam Nam, Cambodia and most Indonesian and Malaysian cities. It is a necessity, not for fun … most families will never own a car. There are over 30 million scooters registered in Vietnam Nam and only 2 million cars. I have…
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2018 Official MotoGP Testing in Qatar gets Underway with Andrea Dovizioso Second and Jorge Lorenzo Fifth after Day 1 at the Losail Circuit

The first day of testing at the Losail International Circuit in Qatar came to an end at 9 pm this evening (19.00 CET). The MotoGP riders took to the track at 1 pm for a single session of eight hours, which finished under the floodlights that will also illuminate the circuit on the outskirts of Doha on Sunday 18th March for the opening round of the 2018 MotoGP World Championship. Both Ducati Team riders made the most of today’s session to carry out back-to-back tests with the different aerodynamic configurations at their disposal and to test some new parts on…
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1983 FXDG Wille G Special

For Sale: 1983 FXDG Wille G Special. Very Rare only 810 produced. Engine rebuilt with about 450 miles, by Dan at Iron Horse Cyles in Decatur. New Crane 4 ignition system installed by Dan also. Any original parts ( outer primary, seat, chain guard, pipes, original air cleaner and other misc parts) go with bike. Good bike, needs new home. Asking $9250.00 Call Phil at 256-701-2049  
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Terry Longpre March 1, 2018

American Patriot’s Sadly, once again a school was attacked by a deranged individual. The Second Amendment is not the problem, those who kill others are the problem. People say guns kill, which is a fact. A weapon will not kill by itself, it is the person with their finger on the trigger which makes the decision to kill. My parents had the first sporting goods store in Manatee County selling hundreds upon hundreds of weapons and I have had a weapon since I was six years old. I spent four years in the military and twenty-seven years in law enforcement…
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