Motorcycle News

WANARYD MOTORCYCLE INTRODUCES THE REACTOR WHEEL IN CHROME

  Charleston, SC- WanaRyd Motorcycle is pleased to announce The Reactor is now available in chrome. It’s a unique 6-spoke directional 3D wheel that’s part of their Stark-Line Series…a premium line of 3D forged one-piece billet wheels. The Stark-Line Series Reactor wheel is a sensational 3D cut 6-spoke wheel…Designed for those that want a clean yet crazy look. WanaRyd Motorcycle was started over 9 years ago and has been committed to producing cutting-edge forged one-piece billet wheels of the highest quality. They’ve spent the winter months busy designing and engineering several new designs soon to be introduced. Watch for new…
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NEW AMA MOTORCYCLE HALL OF FAME EXHIBIT FEATURES MOTORCYCLE ART

 n PICKERINGTON, Ohio -- More than two dozen artists are celebrating the spirit, excitement and adventure of motorcycling through fine art in a new exhibit at the AMA Motorcycle Hall of Fame in Pickerington, Ohio, titled "2 Wheels + Motor, A Fine Art Exhibition." The exhibit, which begins in late March, includes art created by mixed-media specialists, photographers, sculptors, painters, illustrators, jewelers and potters. They're showcasing some of their finest pieces in what promises to be one of the most heart-stirring and captivating exhibits of motorcycling-related art in the nation. "Writer Thomas Merton said, 'Art enables us to find ourselves…
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BORN TO RIDE TV CELEBRATES 900TH TV EPISODES SUNDAY, MARCH 24

Tampa, FL – Sunday, March 24, Born To Ride TV is celebrating 900 TV episodes during the Dade City Showdown IV at Doc’s Pub & Grille 14946 U.S. Hwy 301 Dade City, FL  33523. There will be an all day Biker Bash complete with a Born To Ride TV taping, magazine photo shoot, 10-class BTR Custom Motorcycle Show, vendors, great food, and Born To Ride Idol Mc’d by Russ Holliday. Sponsor, Attorney Fran Haasch will be giving away a big screen TV! Bikers are urged to come out and tell their stories how Born To Ride has touched them over…
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THE NEW HARLEY-DAVIDSON® BREAKOUT® BELONGS TO THE STREET

Aggressive Styling and Gritty Attitude from a Premium Softail® Chopper MILWAUKEE (March 8, 2013) – The 2013 Harley-Davidson® Breakout® motorcycle is an urban prowler, a bike ready for a midnight ramble to the roadhouse or a rib joint rendezvous with the crew. Green light? Crack the throttle to deliver a muscular dose of American V-Twin torque and etch the asphalt with a fat rear tire. The Breakout will be long gone, along with its rider’s inhibitions.   With authentic swagger that turns heads in traffic and a proud stance certain to draw a curb-side crowd on bike night, the Breakout is…
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DAYTONA BEACH BIKE WEEK FEATURES FULL SLATE OF TWO-WHEELED FUN

PICKERINGTON, Ohio -- On Jan. 24, 1937, the first running of the Daytona 200 took place on the hard sand of Daytona Beach, Fla. Since that race, won by AMA Motorcycle Hall of Famer Ed Kretz of Monterey Park, Calif., the annual event has grown into a motorcycling mecca, packed full of racing and recreational riding events. This year, AMA-sanctioned events will be among the most popular Bike Week attractions, from amateur dirt-track racing to an AMA Motorcycle Hall of Fame celebration to AMA Supercross on the infield of Daytona International Speedway. "Daytona Beach in early March is all things…
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ALL NEW 2013 COMFORT MAX® GEL PADS

Feature Unique Tail Bone Notch and Dual Density Memory Foam “Sandwich” Anaheim Hills, CA — American Motorcycle Specialties, USA announced today it has revamped its original line of Comfort Maxä Gel Pads to offer today’s riders’ unparalleled comfort on any bike, or any style of riding. The very popular and innovative tail bone notch is now included on all five sizes. Additionally, a thick layer of soft contouring memory foam covers the molded gel on top, and a second layer of firm memory foam covers the bottom. This new dual-density foam covered gel provides a new ultimate in rider comfort. At…
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2013 AMA AWARDS ACKNOWLEDGE OUTSTANDING MOTORCYCLISTS

PICKERINGTON, Ohio -- The American Motorcyclist Association is pleased to announce six national awards that recognize meritorious contributions to the world of motorcycling. The AMA Board of Directors adopted the selections unanimously at its recent meeting in Indianapolis on Feb. 16. For 2013, motorcycling advocate Andy Goldfine -- founder of Aerostich/RiderWearHouse and inspiration for the annual worldwide "Ride to Work Day" -- was selected to receive the prestigious AMA Dud Perkins Lifetime Achievement Award. Other 2013 award recipients include: AMA Bessie Stringfield Award, Harley-Davidson Chief Marketing Officer Mark-Hans Richer; AMA Hazel Kolb Brighter Image Award, John English and Leff Moore…
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MGS CUSTOM BIKES ANNOUNCES “BIKE WEEK” SPECIAL DEALER PRICING ON HI-PERF SLIP-ONS

  Lancaster, CA - MGS Custom Bikes is proud to announce the addition of their new high performance slip-ons for all '95-2013 Harley-Davidson Touring models and they're offering special dealer pricing in honor of "Bike Week" for the month of March. The "key" to the success of the immediate "bolt-on performance" is the design of the patented baffle system...it's removable and engineered for maximum horsepower and torque. Unlike most competitors' products, these come with replaceable "rifled" baffles with a torque inversion cone that keeps your bottom end strong...there's no stumbling at the low end. The results are incredible with an…
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MARK YOUR CALENDAR FOR JUNE 21 & 22

S&S Cycle of Viola, Wisconsin is proud to celebrate their 55th anniversary this year, and they’d like everyone to join them for a celebration party in June. Mark Friday, June 21st and Saturday, June 22nd on your calendar, and plan to be in southwest Wisconsin that weekend to join in the fun. The party will take place at the Oktoberfest grounds in La Crosse, Wisconsin, with a side trip to the S&S factory in Viola for breakfast, plant tours, and rides through the beautiful hills of the “driftless area” of southwest Wisconsin. We’ll start celebrating at 4:00 p.m. Friday, June…
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AMA MID AMERICA CROSS COUNTRY NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIP SERIES KICKS OFF APRIL 13

PICKERINGTON, Ohio -- Some of the most thrilling woods racing in the country will kick off on April 13 as the AMA Mid America XC National Championship Series gets under way in Madison, Ind. The 10-round hare scrambles series features a wide range of challenging venues that test riders' skills on everything from high-speed courses to tight single-track trail. The series, which launched in 2010, continues to grow and flourish, attracting more AMA members every year. It is promoted by Mike Gibbs and Mid America XC in Monrovia, Ind. The full schedule is at www.themaxc.com. "Mike and his crew continue…
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CONGRESSIONAL BILL WOULD STOP E15 FUEL SALES, REQUIRE RESEARCH

PICKERINGTON, Ohio -- A bill requiring the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency to stop the use of E15 fuel until the gasoline-ethanol blend is studied further has been introduced in Congress, the American Motorcyclist Association reports. U.S. Rep. Jim Sensenbrenner (R-Wis.) introduced the bill, H.R. 875, on Feb. 28. The measure would repeal the EPA's waiver decision approving the use of E15 and would bar the agency from granting further decisions on the use of the fuel until the EPA obtains an independent scientific analysis of the effects of the E15 blend. E15 is a gasoline formulation that contains up to…
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CORBIN INTRODUCES TRUNK ARMRESTS AND CUP HOLDER FOR THE 2010-2013 CAN AM SPYDER

  Hollister, CA - Corbin introduces Trunk Armrests and a Cup Holder for the 2010-2013 Can Am Spyder…they’re the latest addition to the Corbin modular lineup. These armrests give your passenger a usable area to rest their elbows where their arms fall naturally at their sides. Generously sized and shaped to allow for a wide range of statures, Corbin armrests angle outward to facilitate getting in and out of the passenger seat. Their armrests are covered in the same materials as your Corbin saddle for a totally integrated look. In the right side armrest, they have built in a mounting…
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MILITARY & MOTORCYCLES_MARCH 1, 2013

Respect for the American Flag A concerned citizen contacted the North River News Office and wanted me to know there were folks who did not light their American Flags at night in a certain retirement community. She also said that she had contacted someone from the VFW (Veterans of Foreign Wars) regarding the rule (Flag Laws and Customs) which says in part “§174. Time and occasions for display – “However, when a patriotic effect is desired, the flag may be displayed twenty-four hours a day if properly illuminated during the hours of darkness.”   She was advised the Rule had recently…
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MIC WEBINAR SERIES PRESENTS STRATEGIES FOR POWERSPORTS DEALER/RETAILER BUSINESS GROWTH

  MIC Dealer Members Can Benefit from Low-Cost Online Marketing Strategies   IRVINE, Calif., Feb. 28, 2013 – In an effort to help new MIC Dealer Members grow their businesses, the Motorcycle Industry Council is hosting six webinars conducted by growth strategist, best-selling author and motorcycle enthusiast David Nour.   The hour-long, monthly, interactive webinars focus on Nour’s specialty: social market leadership. At their core, they are designed to help businesses market themselves more effectively. Some of Nour’s suggested methods include utilizing today’s free or low-cost online tools and strategies, such as blogging, Twitter and Facebook.   Although the first…
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ECEA PROMOTES LONG SCHEDULE OF HARE SCRAMBLES

  PICKERINGTON, Ohio -- The East Coast Enduro Association's off-road competition season brings a long list of hare scrambles and enduro competition to AMA members in the eastern United States. As an AMA Featured Series for 2013, the racing kicks off on March 2-3 in Port Elizabeth, N.J., with the Tri-County Hare Scrambles. "These are great races with a loyal following that fosters a family-friendly atmosphere while providing exceptional competition," said AMA Off-Road Racing Manager Chuck Weir. "Add in the fact that many of these races boast histories that stretch back decades, and it's a great mix." The enduro schedule…
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MOTORCYCLE SAFETY FOUNDATION RELEASES “MOTORCYCLE PILOT” VIDEO

New Public Service Announcement Compares Piloting an Airplane to Riding a Motorcycle  IRVINE, Calif., February 2013 – What do airplanes and motorcycles have in common? More than you may think, according to instructor pilot and motorcyclist Major James Boddy. The Motorcycle Safety Foundation® has released a new public service announcement featuring Major Boddy, in which he cites the many parallels between taking to the air and taking to the road. Some of the common themes mentioned are the importance of training, pre-flight/pre-ride inspection, wearing the proper safety gear, and maintaining awareness of one's surroundings. "Major Boddy trains fighter pilots and…
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