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AMA Rule Changes for the 2017 Season Affecting Minimum Age Requirements in Motocross

To: Competitors in AMA-sanctioned motocross events From: AMA Date: Dec. 11, 2015 Re: Rule changes for the 2017 season affecting minimum age requirements in motocross The following rule change was created through AMA Congress and approved by the AMA Board of Directors. This rule will go into effect Jan. 1, 2017. Changes for the 2017 season are reflected in red, bold type. Items that are struck through will no longer be valid. Chapter 1.1; Chapter A; Paragraph 6: The minimum age for amateur riders is 12. In all events, a rider must be 14 or older to ride motorcycles above…
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DECK THE HIGHWAYS WITH HARLEY-DAVIDSON

DECK THE HIGHWAYS WITH HARLEY-DAVIDSON Shop Harley-Davidson’s Gift Guide for Hundreds of Unique Items -- From the Ultimate Gift of a Motorcycle and Harley-Davidson Riding Academy to Hoodies, Gear and More MILWAUKEE (December 10, 2015) ‘Tis the season for ugly reindeer sweaters, awkward holiday parties, and too many hours spent with the in-laws. Thankfully, Harley-Davidson rides to the rescue with the season’s hottest gifts, from classic-cool leather to the hottest tech and audio toys, there’s something for everyone, whether they ride or not. And for the baddest on your list, give the gift of freedom – learning how to ride…
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Congress Passes Five-year Highway Bill, Including big wins for Motorcyclists

Congress passes five-year highway bill, including big wins for motorcyclists PICKERINGTON, Ohio -- Congress passed a five-year $305 billion highway bill Dec. 3 that includes several big wins for motorcyclists, the American Motorcyclist Association reports. "Some of these issues -- such as motorcycle-only checkpoints and recreational trails funding -- are ones we have been battling for several years, and it is a major victory to get language in the highway bill that meets our goals," said Wayne Allard, AMA vice president of government relations. The Fixing America's Surface Transportation Act includes: • Continued funding for the Recreational Trails Program, which…
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FUNDRAISER : Together we can help Jamie continue to work hard every day for children with disabilities!

What: Jamie's new wheelchair accessible van Goal: $25,000. Amount raised to date $2,355. Fundraiser ends Feb 1, 2016. Why: Jamie works hard each day for children with disabilities. As a public relations specialist for Shriners Hospital for Children - Tampa, she helps put the spotlight on the help available to these special children & the families that love them. She herself was a patient of Shriners Hospital, first in Erie, then in Tampa. Now she’s giving back to the wonderful hospital system that helped her gain independence and become a productive adult. With congenital muscular dystrophy, she’s been confined to…
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‘Tis the Season to Give Love Jugs … The Best and Most Effective V-Twin Engine Cooling System in the World

‘Tis the Season to Give Love Jugs … The Best and Most Effective V-Twin Engine Cooling System in the World Love Jugs can now be in your dealership adding to your revenue stream with our new dealer program. Dealers everywhere can now Increase their Bottom Line Profits with Love Jugs! Motorcycle riders all over the world are thrilled with the results and the performance of Love Jugs. Its’ innovative patented design helps keep Harley riders cooler … especially in stop and go traffic since V-Twin air cooled engines can approach and exceed 500 degrees. Temperatures this high will destroy the lubricating…
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Renewable Fuel Standard Mandates Announced By EPA Increase Ethanol Risk for Motorcycles, ATVs

Renewable Fuel Standard Mandates Announced By EPA Increase Ethanol Risk for Motorcycles, ATVs PICKERINGTON, Ohio -- The Renewable Fuel Standard volume requirements announced today by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency increase the risk of inadvertent misfueling for motorcyclists and all-terrain-vehicle owners by mandating the widespread availability of higher-ethanol fuel blends, such as E15, the American Motorcyclist Association reports. Although the EPA Renewable Volume Obligations under the RFS are lower than the statutory requirements, the EPA's decision still means more ethanol must be blended into the nation's fuel supply during the coming year. The EPA set the renewable fuel standard for…
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FROM WALL STREET TO MAIN STREET ON TWO WHEELS

By: Michelle Osborne Have you ever had anything that you call a “God” thing happen? Well I did and it really opened my eyes as to how blessed most of us truly are. We get to ride our motorcycles, workout, climb mountains and live our life without wondering what it is like to be handicap, sick or need guidance. With the season of giving upon us, I wanted to share with some people that have truly touched my heart and how we should all take a minute to not only give thanks for our health and our bodies but to…
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‘Born to Ride’ celebrates 20-year journey on TV

By Eric Vician, Times Correspondent Wednesday, November 18, 2015 5:01pm Ron Galletti still remembers the day he came home from the sweltering Florida heat of his construction foreman and told his wife he left his job to pursue an entrepreneurial idea. Galletti wanted to document the lifestyle of motorcycle riders and thought the idea might make for a good television show. That was 20 years — and two children — ago for the couple, who co-produce Born to Ride a show seen in more than 2 million homes, across 14 counties including locally on Great 38, WTTA Tampa Bay Sundays…
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THANKING THOSE WHO PROTECT AND SERVE: HARLEY-DAVIDSON OFFERS FREE RIDING ACADEMY MOTORCYCLE TRAINING TO FIRST RESPONDERS

THANKING THOSE WHO PROTECT AND SERVE: HARLEY-DAVIDSON OFFERS FREE RIDING ACADEMY MOTORCYCLE TRAINING TO FIRST RESPONDERS H-D Employees Help Announce Offer by Volunteering at Local Firehouses and Police Stations MILWAUKEE (NOV. 17, 2015) – Leading up to Thanksgiving, Harley-Davidson will expand its free Riding Academy motorcycle training offer to all first responders from Jan. 1 to Dec. 31, 2016. To unveil the Ride Free offer for police officers, firefighters and EMS professionals*, Harley-Davidson employees across the country volunteered at local firehouses and police stations in Albuquerque, New Mexico, Kansas City, Missouri, Milwaukee, San Diego, Wichita, Kansas and York, Pennsylvania. At…
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Meet Becca Monopoli at the Born To Ride 20th Anniversary Party

Meet Becca Monopoli at the Born To Ride 20th Anniversary Party representing the Florida Sheriffs Youth Ranches and Becca Monoploi Racing.  She was just selected be NASCAR to participate in their 2015 Drive for Diversity program. http://hometracks.nascar.com/diversity/story/engines-revved-drive-diversity-combine_10072015  
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HARLEY V-ROD ROCKETS ANDREW HINES TO NHRA WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP

HARLEY V-ROD ROCKETS ANDREW HINES TO NHRA WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP Ed Krawiec Wins Pro Stock Motorcycle Pomona Race for Harley Team POMONA, Calif. (November 15, 2015) – Harley-Davidson® Screamin’ Eagle®/Vance & Hines riders Ed Krawiec and Andrew Hines closed out the 2015 NHRA Mello Yello Countdown the Championship as winners and world champions. Krawiec rode a screaming-fast Harley-Davidson V-Rod motorcycle to victory in the Pro Stock Motorcycle Auto Club NHRA Finals in Pomona, Calif., and Hines successfully defended his NHRA Pro Stock Motorcycle title and secured his fifth career world championship in the class. With Hines and Krawiec at the controls…
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Corbin Introduces a Dual Touring Saddle for 2015 Indian Scout

Corbin Introduces a Dual Touring Saddle for 2015 Indian Scout Hollister, CA – Corbin’s new Dual Touring Saddle is just what you need to maximize the long range capabilities of your Indian Scout with enhanced comfort for two. Its ergonomically shaped seating gives you excellent support for the long haul. The only reason you'll find for stopping is the need for fuel. Designed to work with a Corbin backrest in the rider and/or passenger seating positions or with the Indian sissy bar. Corbin backrests are supported by internal hardware for a very clean look and simple, one-bolt installation. You can order…
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Chief Whitman’s Annual Cops ‘n Kids Toy Drive Takes Place at Harley-Davidson

Chief Whitman’s Annual Cops ‘n Kids Toy Drive Takes Place at Harley-Davidson November 12, 2015 — Panama City Beach, FL— Chief Drew Whitman’s charity Cops ‘n Kids, now in its twenty-fifth year, is a local charity benefiting children and families all over Bay County, Florid a. Each year the charity collects toys and canned goods at holiday time to distribute to local families in need. For the second year, a Cops ‘n Kids toy drive is taking place for one week beginning on Black Friday; this year the toy drive takes place at Harley-Davidson of Panama City Beach. From Friday,…
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NHRA HARLEY-DAVIDSON DRAG RACING SERIES CHAMPIONS CROWNED AT LAS VEGAS FINALS

NHRA HARLEY-DAVIDSON DRAG RACING SERIES CHAMPIONS CROWNED AT LAS VEGAS FINALS MILWAUKEE (November 12, 2015) – With a roar of nitro thunder, season champions in the NHRA® Harley-Davidson® Drag Racing Series were crowned November 8 at the 2015 NHRA Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series Short Line Express Gambler Shootout in Las Vegas. Dreamchaser Racing/Deschutes Brewery rider Janette Thornley snatched the Pro Fuel Harley title with a clutch performance at the finals. Thornley, of Statesville, N.C., started the weekend trailing class leader Dennis Fisher by five points. Thornley won in the first round of eliminations and clinched the title when Fisher…
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Improve Road Safety and Your Bottom Line Profits with Ultra Bright LED Lights from Vision X

Improve Road Safety and Your Bottom Line Profits with Ultra Bright LED Lights from Vision X Seattle, WA – The XMC product line from Vision X has the BRIGHTEST lights in the industry and is looking for some good aggressive dealers interested in increasing their bottom line profit. When Paul Yaffe, President of Bagger Nation and PYO was introduced to the XMC line up of LED lights, he just asked how many he can get and how fast. Paul is a strong supporter of the XMC line up. XMC LED Product Features Include: Each LED Head Lamp Comes with a…
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American Motorcyclist Association Honors the U.S. Military on Veterans Day

American Motorcyclist Association Honors the U.S. Military on Veterans Day PICKERINGTON, Ohio -- The American Motorcyclist Association wishes to express its gratitude this Veterans Day, Nov. 11, to all U.S. veterans who have served this great nation, whether in times of war or peace. "We are grateful for the willingness of those in our armed services to defend the United States and the American way of life," said Rob Dingman, AMA president and CEO. "Veterans have always been a part of the motorcycle lifestyle, and we welcome them and the bedrock values they bring to the motorcycling community." The AMA…
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