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Hundreds of motorcyclists attend AMA Hall of Fame Fall Bike Night, sponsored by ROK, Powered by the AMA

Published on September 27, 2017 under AMA
Hundreds of motorcyclists attend AMA Hall of Fame Fall Bike Night, sponsored by ROK, Powered by the AMA
More than 800 attendees visit Hall of Fame Museum and new "Six Days" display PICKERINGTON, Ohio -- More than 800 people visited the American Motorcycle Hall of Fame on Saturday, Sept. 23, to enjoy Fall Bike Night, sponsored by ROK, powered by the AMA -- the official after-party of the AIMExpo -- to attend the unveiling of an International Six Days Enduro exhibit and to mingle with AMA Hall of Fame members. "The AMA's mission is to promote the motorcycle lifestyle for generations to come, and it's exciting to see that mission come to life in events like Bike Night,"…
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KRAWIEC AND HARLEY STREET ROD TAKE THIRD STRAIGHT NHRA PRO STOCK MOTORCYCLE WIN AT MAPLE GROVE

Published on September 25, 2017 under Born To Ride
KRAWIEC AND HARLEY STREET ROD TAKE THIRD STRAIGHT NHRA PRO STOCK MOTORCYCLE WIN AT MAPLE GROVE
Harley-Davidson® Screamin’ Eagle®/Vance & Hines rider Takes 71-Point Lead in Countdown Playoff Standings MOHNTON, Pa. (September 24, 2017) – Harley-Davidson® Screamin’ Eagle®/Vance & Hines rider Ed Krawiec won his third consecutive Pro Stock Motorcycle win at the Dodge NHRA Nationals at Maple Grove Raceway. Krawiec has won 12 straight elimination rounds aboard his Harley-Davidson Street Rod competition motorcycle and holds a 71-point lead in the NHRA Countdown to the Championship playoff standings. “I’ve won three in a row before but never in a sequence this important,” said Krawiec, who has now won five times at Maple Grove Raceway. “To win…
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Red Shift 468 Cam for Milwaukee 8® Engines

Published on September 22, 2017 under Blog
Red Shift 468 Cam for Milwaukee 8® Engines
New from Red Shift Cams® is the 468 bolt-in grind for 107 and 114" Milwaukee 8® engines. The 468 delivers significant improvements in power and throttle response right where you ride. The Red Shift 468 is designed to compliment the M8® heads' high intake flow while its unique design overcomes the restrictive exhaust port for big gains in both torque and horsepower. The 468 provides instant acceleration below 2,000 RPM while pulling strong to 6,000 – really shining in the 2,000-4,000 RPM cruising range. Cranking compression is unchanged for easy starting, and proprietary Red Shift Cams® ramp design delivers quiet…
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AIMExpo presented by Nationwide Opens in Columbus with New Model Introductions from Industry’s Most Prominent Manufacturers

Published on September 22, 2017 under Born To Ride
AIMExpo presented by Nationwide Opens in Columbus with New Model Introductions from Industry’s Most Prominent Manufacturers
A Total of 14 OEM's Present to Attending Media COLUMBUS, Ohio (September 21, 2017) - The fifth American International Motorcycle Expo presented by Nationwide (AIMExpo) opened its doors inside the Greater Columbus Convention Center on Thursday as thousands of dealers and industry attendees visited the 500 exhibitors that filled the show floor and AIMExpo Outdoors! Highlighting the activities on Thursday were presentations from 14 manufacturers, both inside the Media Hub and on the exhibitor floor. After the “The Future Starts Here” keynote address featuring Harley-Davidson CEO Matt Levatich and Polaris CEO Scott Wine got the morning underway, Kawasaki took the…
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RETIRED AIR FORCE MEDIC SURPRISED WITH GIFT OF NEW HARLEY-DAVIDSON MOTORCYCLE

Published on September 21, 2017 under Born To Ride
RETIRED AIR FORCE MEDIC SURPRISED WITH GIFT OF NEW HARLEY-DAVIDSON MOTORCYCLE
San Antonio (September 20, 2017): Today at Cowboy’s Alamo City Harley-Davidson in San Antonio, retired Air Force medic, Lisa Benjamin, was honored with a Harley-Davidson Model Year 2018 Street Glide Special powered by the new Milwaukee Eight Engine. The surprise moment was part of MISSION: "THANK YOU" – a cross-country tour led by Adam Sandoval to celebrate the men and women who have dedicated their lives to protecting our freedom. Lisa Benjamin enlisted after the 9/11 attacks and served as an Aeromedical Evacuation Medic in the Air Force. She was deployed in Iraq in 2003 – before she was even…
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DAYTONA TT to kick off 2018 American Flat Track season on March 15

Published on September 19, 2017 under Blog
DAYTONA TT to kick off 2018 American Flat Track season on March 15
Daytona International Speedway to play host to America’s original extreme sport on Thursday night during Bike Week At DAYTONA DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (Sept. 19, 2017) – American Flat Track is pleased to announce its return to Daytona International Speedway’s legendary tri-oval for the second annual DAYTONA TT on Thursday, March 15, 2018. Following the sport’s hugely successful debut event inside the world’s only motorsports stadium this past March, American Flat Track will be back under the lights in 2018. Fans attending Bike Week At DAYTONA festivities can look forward to another action-packed evening as the top dirt track motorcycle racers…
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KRAWIEC WINS ALL-HARLEY STREET ROD NHRA FINAL AT CHARLOTTE

Published on September 18, 2017 under Blog
KRAWIEC WINS ALL-HARLEY STREET ROD NHRA FINAL AT CHARLOTTE
Krawiec Takes Points Lead after Finals Face-Off with Teammate Hines CONCORD, N.C. (September 17, 2017) – Harley-Davidson® Screamin’ Eagle®/Vance & Hines rider Ed Krawiec leads the NHRA Countdown to the Championship playoffs after winning the Pro Stock Motorcycle final at the NHRA Carolina Nationals at zMAX Dragway. In an all-Harley final round, Krawiec defeated his Harley-Davidson® Screamin’ Eagle®/Vance & Hines teammate Andrew Hines in the first head-to-head face-off of the new Harley-Davidson Street Rod competition drag bikes. Krawiec scored the 40th win of his career on Sunday while setting the low ET (6.826 seconds) and fastest top speed (197.74 mph)…
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Natalie Stovall, The Voice contestant, to appear at Angel City Motorcycle Rall

Published on September 18, 2017 under Blog
Natalie Stovall, The Voice contestant, to appear at Angel City Motorcycle Rall
Natalie Stovall will be at the Angel City Rally on Saturday, October 7, at 9:30 p.m. Natalie was named one of CMT’s “Next Women of Country’ and was recently awarded “Best Female Artist” and “Best Music Artist” by Campus Activities Magazine. Natalie has been touring with Bobby Bones and the Raging Idiots as a featured performer, writing and recording for her 2017 release, and is currently a contestant on NBC's The Voice Season 13 which will premiere September 25, 2017 at 8/7c on NBC. Get your tickets to see Natalie at Angel City by visiting www.angelcitymotorcyclerally.com.  
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Our 5th Year at AIMExpo

Published on September 14, 2017 under Born To Ride
Our 5th Year at AIMExpo
Stop by, meet the team, and take advantage of great show specials! Find It Now USA, LLC, the market leader in Motorcycle and Powersports GPS Security since 2008, is pleased to announce its continued participation in the 5th annual American International Motorcycle Expo (AIMExpo). AIMExpo is the PowerSports industry's largest trade and consumer show in North America, set to take place at the Columbus Ohio Convention Center from September 21st - 24th, 2017. FIN® is proud to be one of the driving forces behind the addition of the "American Made" section. FIN invites you to stop by our booth to…
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AIMExpo is heading to Columbus, Ohio!

Published on September 7, 2017 under Blog
AIMExpo is heading to Columbus, Ohio! In past years AIMExpo has always taken place in Orlando, Florida, but this year they're switching it up and heading to Columbus, Ohio for 2017! With more exhibitors than ever before, including Harley Davidson, Honda, Yamaha, Indian, Kawasaki, Suzuki and many more, it's gonna be a blast. Sena will be showcasing upcoming products such as the Momentum Smart Helmet series (Including our long-awaited INC helmet) and the revolutionary 30K Mesh Intercom Communication Device. You won't want to miss out on this year's show, see you all out in Ohio at booth #1311! The show…
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PROPER PREPARATION IS KEY

Published on September 7, 2017 under Blog
PROPER PREPARATION IS KEY
We're aware of the severe weather headed your way and are thinking of you. Our offices are in Florida so we hope it misses us all, we are ready to do our part should you need us. Experience tells us that proper preparation is your best chance at protecting your vehicle(s) from damage. While protecting loved ones is the #1 priority, a little time spent on protecting your vehicle(s) before the storm hits will ensure they will be available for use after. Here are some actions we've found helpful: Find It Now GPS Safety Tips Be sure your vehicle batteries…
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KRAWIEC AND HARLEY STREET ROD SCORE HUGE WIN AT NHRA U.S. NATIONALS

Published on September 5, 2017 under Born To Ride
KRAWIEC AND HARLEY STREET ROD SCORE HUGE WIN AT NHRA U.S. NATIONALS
Factory Pro Stock Motorcycle Team Ride Momentum and Quick Street Rod Bikes into Countdown Playoffs INDIANAPOLIS (Sept. 4, 2017) – Harley-Davidson® Screamin’ Eagle®/Vance & Hines rider Ed Krawiec used a Harley-Davidson Street Rod competition motorcycle to crush the NHRA Pro Stock Motorcycle field at the Chevrolet Performance U.S. Nationals at Lucas Oil Raceway. Krawiec was the top qualifier for the prestigious Labor Day weekend event, heading the class with a 6.822-second elapsed time. In Monday’s elimination rounds Krawiec set the quickest time of the day with a 6.842-second blast at 196.56 mph in round one and then proceeded to charge…
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The Recidivist won 1st place in the “PRO Class” in the H-D Museum Custom Bike Show

Published on September 5, 2017 under Blog
The Recidivist won 1st place in the “PRO Class” in the H-D Museum Custom Bike Show
During the Labor Day Rally Weekend (30.08-03.09.2017), the biggest motorcycle event organized annually in Milwaukee by the Harley-Davidson Museum, built by the Polish company Game Over Cycles motorcycle called The Recidivist won 1st place in the "PRO Class” in the H-D Museum Custom Bike Show, one of the largest custom bike shows in the US. The show was held on the 3rd of September 2017 and the award was presented to the company by Bill Davidson, Vice-President of the Harley-Davidson Museum and his father - legendary H-D motorcycle designer Willie G. Davidson, the grandson of one of the founders of…
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ROHVA Calls on Side-by-Side Drivers to Be Safe While Enjoying the Long Labor Day Weekend

Published on September 1, 2017 under Born To Ride
ROHVA Calls on Side-by-Side Drivers to Be Safe While Enjoying the Long Labor Day Weekend
Heed Safety Guidelines and Take Hands-on and Online Training IRVINE, Calif., Sept. 1, 2017 – More people than ever are enjoying the great outdoors in recreational off-highway vehicles, and many ROV enthusiasts will enjoy America’s great trails and dunes over the extended Labor Day weekend. The Recreational Off-Highway Vehicle Association, along with major ROV manufacturers and distributors, want to remind drivers to operate their ROVs safely and responsibly while having fun with family and friends. “Enjoying the outdoors in recreational off-highway vehicles is exciting and fun. Safety is an important part of having a fun experience, and we urge drivers…
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AMA Road Race Grand Championship to kick off at Barber Motorsports Park

Published on August 31, 2017 under AMA
AMA Road Race Grand Championship to kick off at Barber Motorsports Park
Event to take place in conjunction with WERA Grand National Finals PICKERINGTON, Ohio -- America's fastest amateur motorcycle road racers will descend on Barber Motorsports Park in Leeds, Ala., Nov. 2-5 to compete for AMA national championships at the 2017 AMA Road Race Grand Championship. "Motorcycle road racing showcases not just the enormous talent of the riders, but incredible machines that are packed with cutting-edge technology straight from the showroom floor," said AMA Track Racing Manager Ken Saillant. "The competition is fierce as the racers push their bikes to the limit, rounding the course at triple-digit speeds. Barber Motorsports Park…
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