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SAE INTERNATIONAL ADOPTS TEST BASED ON MIC PROTOCOL FOR DETERMINING ELECTRIC MOTORCYCLE TOP SPEED

Standardized Method Can Benefit Consumers IRVINE, Calif., Mar. 03, 2014 – SAE International, recognized worldwide for developing motor vehicle standards, has adopted a new top speed test based on the protocol developed by the Motorcycle Industry Council’s Electric Vehicle Subcommittee. Prior to the development of this standardized test procedure, electric motorcycle manufacturers used different methods to calculate top speed, which presented a challenge for consumers interested in comparing various electric motorcycles. “With several brands of electric motorcycles on the market, having standardized testing protocol is vital,” said Abe Askenazi, chair of the MIC’s Electric Vehicle Subcommittee and chief technology officer…
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AMA TO CONGRESS: IRS PLAN WOULD ‘STIFLE NONPARTISAN SPEECH’

  PICKERINGTON, Ohio -- A new rule proposed by the U.S. Internal Revenue Service would stifle nonpartisan speech and create a de-facto blackout period around elections, barring some citizens from communicating with elected officials, Wayne Allard, vice president of government relations for the American Motorcyclist Association, told a congressional subcommittee on Thursday, Feb. 27. Allard, a former U.S. senator from Colorado, offered comments about the IRS' proposed guidance to tax-exempt corporations organized under Section 501(c)(4) of Title 26. "The proposed rule the IRS seeks to implement will stifle nonpartisan speech in a manner that leads to a less informed electorate,"…
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HARLEY-DAVIDSON THINKS BEYOND 2 WHEELS, ROLLS OUT 3-WHEELED MOTORCYCLE IN JAPAN

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AMA TO CONGRESS: IRS PLAN WOULD ‘STIFLE NONPARTISAN SPEECH’

PICKERINGTON, Ohio -- A new rule proposed by the U.S. Internal Revenue Service would stifle nonpartisan speech and create a de-facto blackout period around elections, barring some citizens from communicating with elected officials, Wayne Allard, vice president of government relations for the American Motorcyclist Association, told a congressional subcommittee on Thursday, Feb. 27. Allard, a former U.S. senator from Colorado, offered comments about the IRS' proposed guidance to tax-exempt corporations organized under Section 501(c)(4) of Title 26. "The proposed rule the IRS seeks to implement will stifle nonpartisan speech in a manner that leads to a less informed electorate," Allard…
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NEW ZIPPER’S HIGH FLOW AIR CLEANER FOR 2014 RUSHMORE TOURING MODELS

If the end goal is more power, you must start at the beginning! H-D’s® 2014 Project Rushmore Touring models are equipped with a new air filter assembly featuring a distinctive, round cover. Our new High Flow Air Cleaner kit increases performance while keeping a stealthy, stock look. It features a CNC-machined billet backing plate that fully supports the Rushmore cover and is equipped with additional air ports with a fully radiused entry for smooth airflow gains. Equipped with a washable, oiled gauze element, this unit outflows the factory system by 47 percent and can be installed in less than 10…
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LONSKI AND ASSOCIATES LLC EXPANDS AGAIN WITH “INDUSTRY ICON” ROLLIN KAROLL NEWEST TEAM MEMBER FOR EAST COAST

A 10-year powersports executive with thirty years in management, Karoll has held key roles in marketing, sales, service, parts and inventory positions with Spectro Oils of America, Mustang Seats, Comcast and IKON. Rollin is a lifelong motorcycle enthusiast with more than 100,000 miles logged and an accomplished builder and restorer of custom and vintage motorcycles. “I met Henry when I was National Sales Manager at Mustang Seats. We’ve had a great professional relationship for many years, and I’ve been watching his business grow. When the opportunity surfaced for me to join his team, the decision was easy,” explained Karoll. “Talented…
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AMA AREA QUALIFIERS GET ROLLING FOR 2014 ROCKY MOUNTAIN ATV/MC AMA AMATEUR NATIONAL MOTOCROSS CHAMPIONSHIP

PICKERINGTON, Ohio -- For many American Motorcyclist Association members, the greatest competitive journey of their lives begins this weekend when the first AMA Area Qualifiers for the 2014 Rocky Mountain ATV/MC AMA Amateur National Motocross Championship, presented by AMSOIL, kick off. The AMA Area Qualifiers, the first step to earning a spot at the gate for a shot at a national title, will qualify riders for 12 AMA Regional Championships. Riders who excel on the regional level will be invited to compete at the July 27 to Aug. 2 national event in Hurricane Mills, Tenn. "All amateur motocross racers aspire…
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HERO’S 2WD DIESEL-ELECTRIC RNT RADICALLY RETHINKS THE MOTORCYCLE AS AN ALL-PURPOSE UTILITY VEHICLE

  Why has the diesel motorcycle been so long in coming?  
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REVIEW: ENTROSYS BIKEAIR MOTORCYCLE A/C SYSTEM

  By Noel McKeegan  February 10, 2014 As someone who likes to have my skin wrapped around my body rather than smeared up and down the highway, I cringe every time I see a motorcyclist cruise past without suitable protective gear on. There is an (albeit still completely flawed) rationale behind this, though – leather jackets, boots, gloves and scrape-resistant pants are hot, heavy and uncomfortable. All of this leaves motorcyclists in an unfortunate predicament because when the weather is at its best, the inclination to pull on protective gear is at its lowest. The EntroSys BikeAir motorcycle A/C system is…
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PRESIDENT SIGNS AGRICULTURAL ACT THAT ENDS SUBSIDY FOR THE PURCHASE AND INSTALLATION OF ETHANOL BLENDER PUMPS

  PICKERINGTON, Ohio -- The Agricultural Act of 2014 signed into law by President Barack Obama today contains a provision that helps deter distribution of E15 fuels into the U.S. marketplace. The American Motorcyclist Association considers this farm-bill provision a major victory for the owners and riders of the estimated 22 million motorcycles and all-terrain vehicles currently in operation. Those vehicles could be damaged by the use of E15 fuel, a gasoline formulation that contains up to 15 percent ethanol by volume. Also, use of E15 can void owners' vehicle warranties. The Agricultural Act of 2014, which extends through 2018,…
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FCC CHAIRMAN MAKES COMMITMENT TO KEEP V2V SPECTRUM FREE FROM INTERFERENCE

  PICKERINGTON, Ohio -- The chairman of the Federal Communications Commission has made a commitment to ensure that the 5.9 GHz bandwidth -- which supports vehicle-to-vehicle communications, or V2V -- remains free from interference that could result from expanded use of Wi-Fi in the band. FCC Chairman Tom Wheeler said the agency has allocated the 5.9GHz bandwidth "for the development of connected vehicle technology" in response to the Intelligent Transportation Society of America's request for a V2V spectrum. Wheeler offered his commitment in conjunction with the U.S. Dept. of Transportation's National Highway Traffic Safety Administration announcement that it intends to…
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XPEL HEADLAMP PROTECTION FILM PREVENTS DAMAGE, DETERIORATION

Optically Clear Patented Material Provides Years of Protection SAN ANTONIO, Texas - XPEL(tm) Headlamp Protection Film is an optically clear, press-polished 30 mil material that features a patented, scratch-resistant coating nearly impossible to scuff. Headlamps must stand up to years of pitting and sandblasting caused by rocks, debris and road salt, which causes unsightly discoloration and reduced light output. Delivering unmatched durability, stability and longevity, XPEL Headlamp Protection Film prevents shattered lenses, and has been proven to withstand damage from the impact of 1-inch diameter stones hurtling at 120 mph into the lamp. The film is manufactured with the strongest,…
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LKQ PICK YOUR PART ASSUMES NAMING RIGHTS FOR LANE 2 OF THE DRAG STRIP

JUPITER, FL - February 4, 2014 - Palm Beach International Raceway™ (PBIR) is pleased to welcome LKQ Pick Your Part (LKQ) to its family of track sponsors and partners. The Drag Strip's Lane 2 scoreboard now bears the LKQ logo, each timing slip printed for a Drag Strip pass now has LKQ designated for Lane 2, and public address announcements now refer to the right lane as LKQ Pick Your Part Lane 2. "I am proud to announce our new partnership with sponsor LKQ Pick Your Parts. We look forward to maintaining a 3-year relationship with LKQ as the naming…
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MOTOCROSS CRASH CLAIMS TOMMY AQUINO

Motocross Crash Claims Tommy Aquino by NSSN Staff Former AMA Pro Road Racing rider Tommy Aquino was killed Sunday and a second man was injured in a crash at a motocross track in Piru, Calif. According to the Ventura County Star, two riders made head on contact with one rider pronounced dead at the scene and the second life flighted to a local hospital. Aquino’s death has been confirmed by his family and his website simply shows a black ribbon adorned with the No. 31. Aquino raced in the Daytona SportBike class in 2011, winning at New Jersey Motorsports Park.…
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MARCO SIMONCELLI WILL BE INDUCTED INTO THE MOTOGP HALL OF FAME AS A MOTOGP LEGEND

Simoncelli Entering MotoGP Hall Of Fame by NSSN Staff Italian rider Marco Simoncelli will be inducted into the MotoGP Hall of Fame as a MotoGP Legend. The popular former 250cc World Champion was a front-runner in the premier class before tragically losing his life to an accident in 2011. In becoming a MotoGP Legend, Simoncelli’s name will be the 21st on the list as he joins a list of 20 other greats. To the shock of race fans around the world, the Gresini rider lost his life on Oct. 23, 2011 in a crash on the second lap of the…
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FARM BILL PROVISION PROHIBITS REAP GRANTS FOR THE PURCHASE AND INSTALLATION OF SPECIAL ETHANOL BLENDER PUMPS

PICKERINGTON, Ohio -- The Agricultural Act of 2014 passed by the U.S. House of Representatives on Jan. 29 contains a provision that would deter distribution of E15 fuels into the U.S. marketplace. The bill will be considered by the U.S. Senate next week before going to the president for his signature. The American Motorcyclist Association considers this provision a victory for the owners and riders of the estimated 22 million motorcycles and all-terrain vehicles currently in operation, which could be damaged by the use of E15 fuel (a gasoline formulation that contains up to 15 percent ethanol by volume). Known…
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