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Malcolm Smith Named 2015 AIMExpo Champion

Malcolm Smith Named 2015 AIMExpo Champion Hall of Fame Racer and Business Owner Releases New Autobiography IRVINE, Calif. (September 23, 2015) – The American International Motorcycle Expo (AIMExpo) announced today that off-road racing legend and pioneer Malcolm Smith has been named “AIMExpo Champion” for its third-annual gathering at Orlando’s Orange County Convention Center, October 15-18.   Smith, an AMA Hall of Famer and a true off-road motorcycling pioneer, follows fellow Hall of Famers Kenny Roberts (2013) and Kevin Schwantz (2014) as AIMExpo Champion, and will play an integral role in the weekend’s pre-event publicity and promotion. Smith will also be…
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AMA Announces 2016 Professional Numbers for AMA Supercross and Motocross

PICKERINGTON, Ohio -- The American Motorcyclist Association has announced the professional competition numbers for pro-licensed riders competing in Monster Energy AMA Supercross, an FIM World Championship, and the Lucas Oil AMA Pro Motocross Championship for the 2016 season. All riders use the assigned professional number for competition. In addition, the current champion runs the No. 1 plate instead of their assigned professional number when competing in the class or region in which the No. 1 plate was earned. When competing in a class other than the class where the championship was earned, the rider must use the assigned professional number.…
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New Polaris eBike on Display at AIMExpo

New Polaris eBike on Display at AIMExpo Orlando, FL and Marblehead, MA – September 21, 2105 — New Polaris® pedal-assisted electric bicycles will be at Booth 1740, the American International Motorcycle Expo, October 15-18, 2015 and featured at the new outdoor demo track. Austin Higdon, EVantage, Managing Director said, “The 2016 line of Polaris eBikes is right at home in the powersports world. Our new tag line: RIDE WITH POWER focuses the promise of the rapidly growing industry’s most powerful motor at 750 watts with sports car-like transmission, responsive bike gears, pedal-to-regenerate battery modes and proprietary Battery Balancing Technology built-into our lightweight,…
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HARLEY-DAVIDSON V-ROD POWERS HINES TO NHRA COUNTDOWN LEAD

HARLEY-DAVIDSON V-ROD POWERS HINES TO NHRA COUNTDOWN LEAD Big Win in Charlotte Propels Defending Champion to Top Spot in Pro Stock Motorcycle Title Chase Concord, NC (September 20, 2015) – Harley-Davidson® Screamin’ Eagle®/Vance & Hines rider Andrew Hines opened the defense of his NHRA Pro Stock Motorcycle title at zMax Dragway with a final-round win at the NHRA Carolina Nationals, the first race in the NHRA Countdown to the Championship playoffs. Aboard a Harley-Davidson® V-Rod motorcycle, Hines scored his third final-round win of the season. The victory boosts Hines past his Harley-Davidson® Screamin’ Eagle®/Vance & Hines teammate Ed Krawiec and…
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The Recidivist, the Worlds First Tattooed Motorcycle, Wins 1st Place in People’s Choice Award

At the European Bike Week (EBW) 2015, Europe's biggest bike rally organized annually in Austria, Polish company Game Over Cycles (GOC) received 2 awards. In a Custom Bike Show contest organized at EBW 2015 by Harley-Davidson brand, The Recidivist - a custom bike covered in real tattoos, took first place in the "Custom" category and won the prestigious audience award — "People's Choice Award". The Recidivist is a motorcycle created in devotion to the traditions of the modern motorcycle industry and the human culture of the artistic world of tattoos. Motorbikes are commonly adorned with tattoo motifs using an airbrush,…
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Nightrider.com Introduces AF-XiED® EFI Fuel Management System for All Indian and Victory Models

Nightrider.com Introduces AF-XiED® EFI Fuel Management System for All Indian and Victory Models Oldsmar, FL – Nightrider.com, manufacturers of EFI fuel management systems, introduces 2 new applications for all 2015 Indian and Victory models. The AF-XiED is Nightrider’s most sophisticated adjustable fuel management design for Victory and Indian Motorcycles. With a wide 14.6-13.6 fuel mixture range and an integrated air fuel indicator led's, the VI-AF-XiED-15 provides the highest degree of control over closed loop fuel mixtures possible. Our simple plug-n-play fuel management upgrade for your bike works with your existing OEM O2 sensors and ECM allowing richer fuel mixtures than…
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Tickets to the Third Annual AIMExpo, North America’s Premier Powersports Show, are on Sale Now

Tickets to the Third Annual AIMExpo, North America’s Premier Powersports Show, are on Sale Now Buy One, Get One Free Offer Available for Limited Time as Show Nears   IRVINE, Calif. (September 14, 2015) – The American International Motorcycle Expo (AIMExpo), North America’s premier powersports show and one of the fastest growing trade shows in the country, will make its highly anticipated return to Orlando’s Orange County Convention Center (OCCC) this fall, October 15-18. The largest trade show for the powersports and motorcycle industry, the show opens its doors for a limited time to consumers on October 17-18 for a…
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YelvingtonDesigns.com Introduces New Trike Conversion Assembly for 2005-2015 Sportster

Seminole, FL-The new YelvingtonDesigns.com trike conversion assembly for the 2005-2015 Sportster is a true Paradigm Shift. Your "Sporty" reflects your personality. Now you can convert to the comfort and convenience of three wheels and keep all your accessories and exhaust. Unlike the competition, The Yelvington 3.0 accommodates all exhausts, even the stockers. The Yelvington 3.0 integrates a new swingarm so you can keep yours should you ever want to go back to the "two wheel" dark side. The Yelvington combines the classic styling of the Sportster, the functionality of the Yelvington 3.0 conversion and your imagination to create the complete…
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AMA Motorcycle Hall of Fame Welcomes Harley-Davidson Motor Company as Presenting Sponsor of Induction Ceremony

AMA Motorcycle Hall of Fame Welcomes Harley-Davidson Motor Company as Presenting Sponsor of Induction Ceremony Tickets on sale now for Oct. 17 ceremony in Orlando, Fla. PICKERINGTON, Ohio -- The American Motorcyclist Association welcomes Harley-Davidson Motor Company as presenting sponsor of the 2015 Yamaha AMA Motorcycle Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony, presented by Harley-Davidson, on Saturday, Oct. 17, during the American International Motorcycle Expo at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, Fla. "Not only is the history of Harley-Davidson Motor Company forever intertwined with the growth of motorcycling in America, the company itself is a great American success story,"…
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HARLEY V-ROD RACERS LEAD PRO STOCK MOTORCYCLE FIELD HEADING INTO NHRA COUNTDOWN PLAYOFFS

HARLEY V-ROD RACERS LEAD PRO STOCK MOTORCYCLE FIELD HEADING INTO NHRA COUNTDOWN PLAYOFFS Krawiec Earns Top Seed and Aims for His Fourth Championship INDIANAPOLIS, Ind. (September 7, 2015) – Harley-Davidson® Screamin’ Eagle®/Vance & Hines rider Ed Krawiec leaves the Chevrolet Performance U.S. Nationals at Lucas Oil Raceway as the number-one Pro Stock Motorcycle seed for the NHRA Countdown to the Championship playoffs. Krawiec has three wins in six final-round appearances in the first 10 races of the season and leads the Pro Stock Motorcycle class by 135 points. For the upcoming six-race Countdown, points for the Top 10 racers will…
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HARLEY RACERS TAKE TWO PODIUM SPOTS AT SPRINGFIELD MILE

HARLEY RACERS TAKE TWO PODIUM SPOTS AT SPRINGFIELD MILE Mees Snags Second Place and Holds GNC1 Points Lead; Johnson Places Third SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (September 6, 2015) – Harley-Davidson® Screamin’ Eagle® Wrecking Crew rider Jared Mees finished second in a thrilling race on the Springfield Mile and in doing so keeps a grip on the season points lead in the AMA Pro Harley-Davidson GNC1 presented by Vance & Hines flat track series. Mees, the defending GNC1 champion, holds a one-point lead with three races left in the season. “Today I just put my head down on my Harley-Davidson XR750 and gave…
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ARCTIC CAT – NEXT MAJOR OEM TO COMMIT TO AMERICAN INTERNATIONAL MOTORCYCLE EXPO

ARCTIC CAT – NEXT MAJOR OEM TO COMMIT TO AMERICAN INTERNATIONAL MOTORCYCLE EXPO Iconic American Powersports Brand to Showcase 2016 Product Lines and Offer Demo Rides IRVINE, Calif. (September 8, 2015) – The American International Motorcycle Expo (AIMExpo) announced today that Arctic Cat, producers of all-terrain vehicles, side by sides and snowmobiles, has committed to exhibit at AIMExpo this October 15-18 at the Orange County Convention Center (OCCC) in Orlando. The first year exhibitor will highlight its all-new lineup of 2016 ATV and side by side models, including several eye-catching Special Edition Wildcat side by sides and its new Alterra…
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Las Vegas BikeFest Offering up a Variety of Headline Entertainment During This Year’s Rally

Las Vegas BikeFest Offering up a Variety of Headline Entertainment During This Year's Rally Saturday night platinum selling Singer, Songwriter & Self-taught Multi-instrumentalist Paul Rodgers will take the stage at the Downtown Las Vegas Events Center. Worldwide, musicians and critics have dubbed Paul Rodgers "THE VOICE". Never before has any artist led three bands to international success until Paul Rodgers - Bad Company, Free and The Firm. He's written, recorded, produced and released 30 albums since 1968 and has sold over 90 million records. Rodgers has also performed with Jimmy Page, Jeff Beck, Brian May, David Gilmour, Buddy Guy, Joe…
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HARLEY-DAVIDSON CROWNS FIRST U.S. CUSTOM KING

Alex Stewart and his Yellowstone Harley-Davidson build team crowned the U.S. Custom Kings; award presented by Christian Walters, Managing Director, United States, Harley-Davidson Motor Company.   HARLEY-DAVIDSON CROWNS FIRST U.S. CUSTOM KING Dealer Customization Contest Winner Features Tricked-Out Street 750 Motorcycle MILWAUKEE (Sept. 1, 2015) – The king has been crowned. Alex Stewart, of Yellowstone Harley-Davidson® in Belgrade, Mont. earned bragging rights and a new motorcycle-customization royalty designation – the first-ever U.S. Custom King. Stewart and his dealership’s build team assembled the winning “Next Generation Board Track Racer” as part of the inaugural Harley-Davidson Custom Kings competition. Customization is one…
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HARLEY WRECKING CREW RIDER KENNY COOLBETH MAKES PODIUM AT CHARLOTTE

HARLEY WRECKING CREW RIDER KENNY COOLBETH MAKES PODIUM AT CHARLOTTE Coolbeth Places Second; Jared Mees Stays on Top of Points Lead for GNC1 Title Chase   CHARLOTTE, N.C. (August 30, 2015) – Harley-Davidson® Screamin’ Eagle® Wrecking Crew rider Kenny Coolbeth Jr. finished second in the Don Tilley Memorial Half-Mile at Charlotte Motor Speedway and clawed his way back into championship contention in the AMA Pro Harley-Davidson GNC1 presented by Vance & Hines flat track series. It was the second-consecutive GNC1 podium finish for Coolbeth aboard the Zanotti Racing Harley-Davidson® XR750 motorcycle.   “It’s great to put my team’s Harley-Davidson back…
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Nightrider.com Introduces XiED EFI Fuel Management System for All 2015 Harley-Davidson Softails

Nightrider.com Introduces XiED EFI Fuel Management System for All 2015 Harley-Davidson Softails Oldsmar, FL – Nightrider.com, manufacturers of the XiED® EFI Fuel Management System, introduces an application for all 2015 Harley-Davidson Softails. Nightrider's Patented XIED technology is designed to work with OEM closed-loop ECM's to maintain or improve fuel mixtures. We incorporate a Simple Plug-N-Play Installation that is Cost Effective. Don’t worry about buying expensive piggyback controllers or complex software tuning. No Dyno Tuning required! Easy to Adjust, our adjustable tuning products require nothing more than a small screwdriver to fine tune the fuel mixture. Consistent Results. Like installing a…
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