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RIDEWRIGHT WHEELS INTRODUCES NEW 30” OMEGA WHEEL

Anaheim, CA - Anaheim, CA - Ridewright’s new 30” Omega Wheel features an incredibly light 6061-T6 aluminum hoop, 3-piece billet aluminum hub, yet only weighs 29 lbs., making it the lightest wheel on the market in this size. Omega Wheels are exceptional “classic style lip” steel wheels (except new 30” wheel) built to suit the most discriminating tastes. Available in 40, 50, 60 and 80 spokes with a variety of spoke styles, Omega Wheels can be designed exactly the way you want your wheels…there’s no limitations! Choose the color of your new modular hubs, the styles and number of spokes,…
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BAKER RACES FACTORY HARLEY TO FIFTH PLACE IN SPRINGFIELD

H-D Wrecking Crew Riders Fill Three of Top Eight Positions in Season Debut SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (May 25, 2014) – Harley-Davidson® Screamin’ Eagle® Factory Team rider Brad Baker raced to a fifth-place finish on the Springfield Mile, putting in a gritty performance on one of the fastest dirt tracks in the country just six weeks after sustaining severe fractures to his left arm. Baker rode a Harley-Davidson® XR750 motorcycle in the opening round of the 2014 AMA Grand National Twins season.   “It’s just amazing that I was able to come back here and race just five and a half weeks…
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CORBIN INTRODUCES TWO NEW SADDLES FOR 2014 YAMAHA FZ-09

Hollister, CA-Corbin introduces two new saddles for the 2014 Yamaha FZ-09…the Gunfighter for solo riding and the Gunfighter & Lady for comfortable two-up riding. Both saddles provide the perfect blend of rider comfort and custom styling. For a solo look, the Gunfighter tail section is shaped to emulate the lines of the bodywork with a fastback tail section. On the inside, the tail is padded and upholstered to provide for short trip passenger capability. Although the shaping of the tail is designed primarily for looks, the Comfort Cell foam still provides a good perch for your copilot on short to medium…
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AMERICAN MOTORCYCLIST ASSOCIATION HONORS THOSE WHO GAVE THEIR LIVES FOR COUNTRY

Safe driving urged for holiday weekend PICKERINGTON, Ohio -- The American Motorcyclist Association joins all Americans this Memorial Day, May 26, in expressing deep gratitude to the families and friends of those who gave their lives in service to the United States and in honoring their memories. "The freedoms that we enjoy, as motorcyclists and as Americans, came at great personal cost and sacrifice and are defended daily by military personnel dedicated to protecting our principles," said Rob Dingman, AMA president and CEO. "It is important to pause and reflect on Memorial Day, remembering those who helped make possible the…
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LACONIA MOTORCYCLE WEEK: GETS REVVED UP OVER AWARD FROM AMA

  (Laconia, NH) -The American Motorcycle Association  (AMA) named Laconia Motorcycle Week® as the Recreational Road Riding Organizer of the Year. Laconia Motorcycle Week, at 91 years, the Oldest Motorcycle event in the country, was up against tough competition for this honor, the Iron Butt Rally and New York's Americade, but the AMA committee voters decided that Laconia deserved the award.  AMA Director of Racing Bill Cumbow said, "Laconia's organizers always do a good job of advancing the core values of the AMA. Laconia Motorcycle Week promotes the motorcycle lifestyle in a safe, fun and responsible way, and we're looking…
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KRAWIEC RIDES HARLEY V-ROD TO DOMINATING WIN IN ATLANTA

Hines Holds Pro Stock Motorcycle Points Lead After Loss in All-Harley Final   COMMERCE, Ga. (May 19, 2014) – Harley-Davidson® Screamin’ Eagle®/Vance & Hines rider Ed Krawiec defeated teammate Andrew Hines in an all-Harley Pro Stock Motorcycle final at the 34th annual Summit Racing Equipment NHRA Southern Nationals at Atlanta Dragway. Riding Harley-Davidson® V-Rod® motorcycles, Krawiec and Hines also qualified 1-2 for the event, and posted the quickest times in three of four qualifying sessions. Final elimination rounds were delayed until Monday due to extended periods of rain on Sunday. “Even with the rain delay, things could not have gone…
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CV PERFORMANCE PREMIUM HARLEY CARB TUNERS KIT… GET READY FOR THE ROAD

Glendora, CA – CV Performance, specializing in tuning and improving Harley Davidson CV carburetion for over 25 years, offers the Premium Harley CV Carb Tuners Kit to help make your Harley run to its fullest potential. If your bike has a lot of miles, been sitting for a while or is sluggish, has trouble idling or issues with backfires this kit will help. Your bike will feel factory fresh - easier to start with better throttle response.   Available for all Constant Velocity CV carburetors used on 1989 - 2006 Harley Big Twin, Twin Cam and all Sportster models from…
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CORBIN INTRODUCES FLEETLINER SADDLEBAGS FOR CAN-AM SPYDER ST, STS & ST LIMITED

Hollister, CA - Corbin Introduces Fleetliner Saddlebags for Can-Am Spyder ST, STS & ST Limited...they're the latest addition to the Corbin modular lineup. The Sport Touring model Spyder is even more "Touring" with the addition of the Corbin Fleetliner Saddlebags.   Corbin's Fleetliner bags were specifically designed for the Spyder to emulate the visuals of the bike and integrate perfectly. Fleetliner saddlebags are specially engineered for each motorcycle so they fit the profile of the bike perfectly, like pieces of a puzzle. This enables the bags to carry the weight of the contents closer to the centerline of the bike…
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WITH THE NEW 2014 SR MODEL, THERE IS ZERO REASON NOT TO LOOK AT ELECTRIC MOTORCYCLES

An Electric Motorcycle that is no Longer a Novelty Item   
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SET YOURSELF FREE ON THE HARLEY-DAVIDSON WORLD 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

  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

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

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

  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

  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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