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EBR TO DISTRIBUTE HERO BRAND MOTORCYCLES AND SCOOTERS IN NORTH AMERICA

ORLANDO, Fla. – Erik Buell Racing (EBR) announced today that it will be the exclusive distributor of Hero brand motorcycles and scooters in North America beginning in summer 2014. The announcement was made in conjunction with an unveiling of several Hero motorcycles and scooters at the American International Motorcycle Expo (AIMExpo) in Orlando. India-based Hero MotoCorp is the world’s largest manufacturer of two-wheeled motor vehicles. Specific models to be offered and pricing details have yet to be determined. “The actual EBR collaboration with Hero MotoCorp began in late 2011, when we were contracted to deliver a concept hybrid scooter for…
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EBR UNVEILS NEW AMERICAN SPORT BIKE AT AIMEXPO IN ORLANDO

  ORLANDO, Fla. – After months of speculation from motorcycle dealers, media and sportbike enthusiasts, Erik Buell Racing (EBR) today unveiled their latest sportbike, the EBR 1190RX, at the American International Motorcycle Exposition (AIMExpo) in Orlando. While the new, street-legal high performance motorcycle is a direct descendant of EBR’s race-bred limited edition 1190RS Super Bike, the 1190RX features many new rider-focused features and has substantially raised the bar over competitive sportbike offerings. Most notably, the new motorcycle weighs-in at just 419 pounds, yet boasts 185 horsepower and 102 ft.-lbs. of torque from its ET-V2 1190 cc V-Twin engine. Few, if…
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LEHMAN TRIKES ANNOUNCES FALL SALES EVENT WITH SIGNIFICANT PRICE REDUCTIONS

Lehman Trikes is pleased to announce the “More Money In Your Pocket Fall Sales Event” effective immediately through December 31, 2013. Select models of trike kits, including the new Trinity LLS and Renegade LLS for Harley-Davidson models, the Monarch II LLS for Honda GL1800 and F6B models, and Suzuki and Victory models are eligible for significant price reductions up to $1,000. “We have had a terrific year at Lehman and felt an end-of-the-year sales event was the perfect way to pay it forward to customers and give them another benefit to trike their bike before next spring,” stated Craig Arrojo,…
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COOLBETH BRINGS FACTORY HARLEY HOME SIXTH AT POMONA

Brad Baker Wins Grand National Title on Dodge Brothers Harley-Davidson POMONA, Calif. (October 14, 2013) – Harley-Davidson® Screamin’ Eagle® Factory Team rider Kenny Coolbeth finished sixth at the Law Tigers AMA Pro Flat Track Finals, the season-ending race of the AMA Pro Flat Track presented by J&P Cycles Grand National Twins series at the Los Angeles County Fairplex. The race and 2013 AMA Grand National championship were won by Brad Baker on the Dodge Brothers Racing Harley-Davidson. Coolbeth won his heat race and was seeded second behind Baker for the start of the 25-lap National main on the Fairplex half-mile.…
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BTR HEADING TO DC

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MOTORCYCLE INDUSTRY COUNCIL’S 15TH ANNUAL COMMUNICATIONS SYMPOSIUM TO ENTERTAIN AND CHALLENGE ATTENDEES

Popular Returning Speakers on Rostrum for MIC Event IRVINE, Calif., Oct. 14, 2013 – “Inroads to the Future,” the Motorcycle Industry Council’s15th Annual Communications Symposium, will bring together some of the MIC’s most popular speakers for an informative, thought-provoking and entertaining event. The MIC’s approximately 300 member companies are expected to attend the much-anticipated symposium, which is scheduled for Wednesday, Oct. 30, at the Carson Center in Carson, CA. Past symposium headliners Dr. Paul Leinberger and David Nour will both be on hand this year to share their compelling insights on the current and future states of the powersports market.…
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HARLEY-DAVIDSON® RIDERS WEAR PINK TO RAISE $1 MILLION FOR WOMEN AFFECTED BY BREAST CANCER

Proceeds from Pink Label Collection Help Breast Cancer Support Organizations MILWAUKEE (Sept. 30, 2013) – The Harley-Davidson family of riders and fans has a promise for women affected by breast cancer: You’re not alone, because we ride with you. These riders and fans added extra horsepower to that promise by raising more than $1 million for organizations that support and empower women affected by breast cancer through the purchase of Harley-Davidson® Genuine MotorClothes® Pink Label Collection apparel and merchandise. “The brave and courageous women who have shared with us stories of battling breast cancer are the inspiration for the Pink…
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MILITARY & MOTORCYCLES_OCTOBER 11, 2013

World War II Memorial Once in a while I feel good about people reportedly breaking the law. Case in point when WWII Veterans, their guardians and/or family members went to Washington to see THEIR War Memorial.   The senior Veterans were met with barricades surrounding an open memorial. Folks it’s not a building or a high security area, it’s out in the open and it honors those who went to visit it.   Maybe it doesn’t seem like a big deal for those who portray themselves to be our elected leaders to close the memorial but to those who are…
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SHAYNA TEXTER LOOKS TO TAKE THE CHECKERED AT THE LAW TIGERS AMA PRO FLAT TRACK FINALS

Pomona, CA … When the Green Flag signals the start of the Law Tigers AMA Pro Flat Track Finals, brought to you locally by Pomona Valley Harley-Davidson and Glendale Harley-Davidson, October 12 at the Fairplex, Shayna Texter will be looking to score her third Pro Singles victory of the season. Standing just 5 feet tall and weighing in at 95 lbs., Shayna Texter doesn’t fit the average picture of a flat track racer. But one look at her skill on the track and you will see that she isn’t just your average competitor, she is far better than that. In…
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HARLEY-DAVIDSON® RIDERS WEAR PINK TO RAISE $1 MILLION FOR WOMEN AFFECTED BY BREAST CANCER

Proceeds from Pink Label Collection Help Breast Cancer Support Organizations MILWAUKEE (Sept. 30, 2013) – The Harley-Davidson family of riders and fans has a promise for women affected by breast cancer: You’re not alone, because we ride with you. These riders and fans added extra horsepower to that promise by raising more than $1 million for organizations that support and empower women affected by breast cancer through the purchase of Harley-Davidson® Genuine MotorClothes® Pink Label Collection apparel and merchandise. “The brave and courageous women who have shared with us stories of battling breast cancer are the inspiration for the Pink…
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KRAWIEC RACES PINK HARLEY V-ROD TO FINAL ROUND AT MAPLE GROVE

Screamin’ Eagle Team Makes its Third Final-Round Appearance in Four Races MOHNTON, Pa. (October 6, 2013) – With his Harley-Davidson® V-Rod® motorcycle sporting a special Hard Candy Custom Pink Flake livery in recognition of October’s Breast Cancer Awareness Month, Harley-Davidson® Screamin’ Eagle®/Vance & Hines rider Ed Krawiec rode to the final round of eliminations at the Auto-Plus NHRA Nationals at Maple Grove Raceway. Krawiec lost in the final to Viper Motorcycle Company Buell rider Matt Smith. Krawiec’s run to the finals was his second in four NHRA Countdown to the Championship events and the third for the Harley-Davidson® Screamin’ Eagle®/Vance…
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CHIEF JUDGE APPOINTED TO FESTIVALS OF SPEED

Our judging style at the Festivals of Speed over the years has always reflected a very relaxed approach. As Festivals of Speed expands into new markets we realize it is time to enhance the judging experience and take it to the next level.   With that in mind, we are pleased to announce Mr. Ira Shapiro as Chief Judge to the Festivals of Speed. Mr. Shapiro will handle 100% of the judging process and will be looking to build his team for the upcoming events. If you are interested in judging please contact joe@festivalsofspeed.com.   Mr. Shapiro has been a…
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HARLEY-DAVIDSON® RIDERS WEAR PINK TO RAISE $1 MILLION FOR WOMEN AFFECTED BY BREAST CANCER

Proceeds from Pink Label Collection Help Breast Cancer Support Organizations   MILWAUKEE (Sept. 30, 2013) – The Harley-Davidson family of riders and fans has a promise for women affected by breast cancer: You’re not alone, because we ride with you.   These riders and fans added extra horsepower to that promise by raising more than $1 million for organizations that support and empower women affected by breast cancer through the purchase of Harley-Davidson® Genuine MotorClothes® Pink Label Collection apparel and merchandise.   “The brave and courageous women who have shared with us stories of battling breast cancer are the inspiration…
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KRAWIEC AND HARLEY V-ROD RACE TO SECOND ROUND AT ST. LOUIS

Krawiec Slips to Fifth Place as Smith Takes Over Countdown Points Lead MADISON, Ill. (September 29, 2013) – Harley-Davidson® Screamin’ Eagle®/Vance & Hines rider Ed Krawiec advanced to the second round of eliminations at the AAA Insurance NHRA Midwest Nationals at Gateway Motorsports Park after qualifying sixth for the event. Riding a Harley-Davidson® V-Rod® motorcycle, Krawiec posted a best Elapsed Time (ET) of 6.872 seconds in qualifying rounds. Harley-Davidson® Screamin’ Eagle®/Vance & Hines rider Andrew Hines qualified the team’s other V-Rod motorcycle in 12th position with an ET of 6.901 seconds. Lucas Oil Buell rider Hector Arana Sr. led all…
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AMA CONGRATULATES U.S. TEAM ON RUNNER-UP FINISH AT FIM MOTOCROSS OF NATIONS

PICKERINGTON, Ohio -- The U.S. team of Ryan Dungey, Eli Tomac and Justin Barcia finished second behind the team from Belgium at the 2013 FIM Motocross of Nations in Teutschenthal, Germany, on Sept. 29. Competing against the best motocross racers in the world, the American riders came close to their goal, but ultimately fell short of a world title. "We congratulate Belgium for a stellar world championship performance at the 2013 FIM Motocross of Nations," said AMA President and CEO Rob Dingman. "As one of the most high-profile and prestigious motorsports events, the FIM Motocross of Nations attracts the best…
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MSF DEBUTS RIDING TIPS MOBILE APP

MSF’s “Dr. Jim’s Riding Tips” Available on iTunes for iPhones, iPads IRVINE, Calif., Sept. 18, 2013 – In another move intended to help make the Motorcycle Safety Foundation's safety tips and practical strategies even more accessible to riders, the MSF has released its first official educational app on iTunes for use with iPhones and iPads. Titled “Dr. Jim’s Riding Tips,” the app uses existing MSF self-paced safety lessons to help current motorcycle owners improve their riding skills, and is priced at $1.99 on iTunes. The app features Dr. James Heideman - MSF’s director of licensing programs - and incorporates Heideman’s 10-video series,…
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