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SET YOURSELF FREE ON THE HARLEY-DAVIDSON WORLD RIDE

Published on May 6, 2014 under Born To Ride
Join H.O.G. and Riders around the World on the Open Road June 22-23   MILWAUKEE (May 6, 2014) – Take a break from the rat race on June 22-23 to join the thousands of Harley riders around the world who are shedding the shackles of responsibility and hitting the open road during the Harley-Davidson™ World Ride.   “For these two days riders will unite to blow off the daily grind and celebrate that being free is a lot more fun,” said Nigel Villiers, Harley-Davidson Director of Integrated Consumer Experience. “Riding is more appreciated when you can steal the time from…
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AMA CELEBRATES SUCCESSFUL 2014 AMA SUPERCROSS SEASON

Published on May 6, 2014 under Born To Ride
  PICKERINGTON, Ohio -- The American Motorcyclist Association congratulates the three riders who claimed AMA No. 1 plates during the 2014 AMA Supercross season -- Ryan Villopoto, 450SX champion; Justin Bogle, 250SX East champion; and Jason Anderson, 250SX West champion -- and thanks its partners for another successful year.   "The 2014 season demonstrated yet again why AMA Supercross is one of the most exciting sports on two wheels," said AMA President and CEO Rob Dingman. "Some of the most thrilling main events in recent memory took place this year, and we congratulate Ryan Villopoto, Justin Bogle and Jason Anderson…
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Tail Of The Gecko To Uncle Mike’s Ride – Finz Finds Rides

Published on May 1, 2014 under Motorcycle News
You may have heard of the Tail of the Dragon ride, but here in Florida we have the Tail of the Gecko. On a smaller scale, our Tail is just as nice with a lot less traffic. Winding curves through lush foliage, this ride won’t disappoint. As you head further north, you will come upon a nice canopy road (Jameson Rd) that is in total shade for about 3 miles. After you come out from this beautiful road, the overlook is upon rolling valleys of green meadowlands. Head further north and it’s time for lunch. What better place to go…
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Chicago to LA or Bust … The airbrush challenge of a lifetime

Published on May 1, 2014 under Motorcycle News
THE INTRODUCTION TO THE PROJECT It was Christmas dinner at my brother’s house in Daytona Beach when he told me about a client named Fred, who was interested finding someone to airbrush a trike he was planning to build. Fred was one of my brother’s bigger legal clients and it was a real honor to have him personally recommend me. If that didn’t put a little pressure on me, I found out that Fred had been having trikes created for years by one of the most talented airbrush shops in the Daytona area. When Fred sent me images of his…
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DISTRACTED DRIVING IS DEADLY DRIVING

Published on May 1, 2014 under Born To Ride
  Be aware of nearby motorcyclists   PICKERINGTON, Ohio -- The perils of distracted driving take a front seat during May, which is designated as national Motorcycle Awareness Month. The initiative, supported by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, encourages drivers to watch for motorcycles and understand that motorcycle riders enjoy the same rights and privileges as operators of other vehicles. The slogans are everywhere, on billboards and bumper stickers, badges and T-shirts: "Watch out for motorcycles." "Look twice, save a life." "Share the road." But not all motorists heed the warnings. And, with the warmer temperatures spilling across most…
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CALLING ALL CREATIVE KIDS TO ENTER THE “DO THE RIDE THING” VIDEO CONTEST – $8,500 IN PRIZES

Published on April 29, 2014 under Born To Ride
  Kids Helping Kids Ride Safe/Ride Smart   IRVINE, Calif., April 28, 2014 – With the busy summer riding season upon us, the ATV Safety Institute, the Right Rider Access Fund and the Motorcycle Safety Foundation's Dirt Bike School encourage kids to enter the "Do the Ride Thing Video Contest”. The contest, in its fifth year, runs June 1 to August 15, 2014 and offers 19 prizes totaling $8,500. Students ages 6 to 18 may enter. The winning videos will be used as public service announcements to highlight the importance of dirt bike and ATV safety.   "What better way to…
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