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MOTORCYCLE INDUSTRY COUNCIL EVENT TO CONNECT AND ENGAGE

14th Annual MIC Communications Symposium Offers Industry Information, Workshops, Thought-Provoking Presenters and More IRVINE, Calif., Oct. 24, 2012 – The Motorcycle Industry Council is hosting its 14th Annual Communications Symposium today at the Carson Center in Carson, Calif. Designed to provide the MIC’s approximately 300 member companies with informative yet entertaining subject matter pertaining to the motorcycle industry, the symposium is titled “Inroads to the Future” and will feature presentations addressing a variety of topics, from the state of the economy to social media. Advance registrations totaling 260 exceed the past record by 20 percent. “We are very excited about…
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Military & Motorcycles – October 19, 2012

“Wreaths Across America” “IN HONOR OF A DECEASED SOLDIER” “Wreaths Across America” is now accepting donations for sponsorship of Christmas Wreaths which will be placed at the grave sites of our beloved soldiers at the VA Sarasota National Cemetery which is located at 9810 State Road 72 (Clark Road) Sarasota. The cemetery personnel can be contacted at (941) 922-7200. Please make your checks payable to Sarasota Military Academy (PTCC). They can either be dropped off or mailed to SMA at 801 N. Orange Avenue, Sarasota, FL  34236. The deadline for ordering is November 20, 2012. Each wreath is only $15.00.…
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KAWASAKI MOTORS CORP., U.S.A. SUPPORTS 2012 AMA MOTORCYCLE HALL OF FAME INDUCTION CEREMONY

PICKERINGTON, Ohio -- Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A. has joined the growing list of companies honoring the 2012 inductees of the AMA Motorcycle Hall of Fame on Nov. 16 at the Red Rock Casino, Resort & Spa in Las Vegas, Nev. Kawasaki is the dinner sponsor for the induction ceremony. The gala event will officially welcome the class of 2012: off-road racing champion Ty Davis, who won Kawasaki's first AMA National Enduro Championship; the late Rod Bush, KTM North America president and industry visionary; roadracing world championship tuner Nobby Clark; 1975 AMA Supercross Champion Jimmy Ellis; pioneering female motocrosser Sue Fish;…
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AMA MOTORCYCLE HALL OF FAME LEGENDS WEEKEND IN LAS VEGAS

PICKERINGTON, Ohio -- The American Motorcyclist Association reminds enthusiasts, fans and the motorcycling industry that the advance ticket purchase deadline is approaching for the 2012 AMA Legends Weekend, Nov. 16-17, at the Red Rock Casino, Resort & Spa in Las Vegas, Nev. Advance tickets for the AMA Motorcycle Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony, presented by KTM, are $130 through Oct. 24. After that date, the ticket price increases to $155. AMA Motorcycle Hall of Fame Dave Mungenast Memorial Concours d'Elegance tickets are $10 for attendees of the Hall of Fame banquet, or $20 for general admission. Tickets for the AMA…
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CORBIN FLEETLINER SADDLEBAGS FOR 2004-2013 H-D DYNA-GLIDE AND 2004-2008 DYNA WIDE-GLIDE

Hollister, CA - Corbin announced today the introduction of their Fleetliner saddlebags for Dynas and Dyna Wide Glides. They feature almost double the space as a stock dresser bag, the interior wall of the bag molds close to the profile of the bike to fit closer to the centerline than any other saddlebag on the market. This provides better load bearing, better balance, less width and a cleaner look. Even though Corbin's Fleetliner bags appear smaller than the H-D dresser models, they actually hold quite a bit MORE ... and they look size appropriate on a Dyna. Designed to fit…
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MOOSE RACING 2013 AMA REKLUSE NATIONAL ENDURO CHAMPIONSHIP SERIES

Round one pre-registration opens Dec. 5 PICKERINGTON, Ohio -- The American Motorcyclist Association is pleased to announce the 2013 calendar for the AMA Rekluse National Enduro Championship Series, presented by Moose Racing. The 2013 season features 10 rounds of premier off-road racing and showcases a range of skill-, age- and displacement-based classes. "The AMA Rekluse National Enduro Championship Series, presented by Moose Racing, is America's premier national series for true single-track racing -- and for good reason," said AMA Off-Road Manager Chuck Weir. "The racer experience, club involvement, historical significance and course variety are second to none. We're excited about…
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COOLBETH WINS ON FACTORY HARLEY AT POMONA AMA FINALS

Mees Rides a Harley-Davidson to Earn 2012 Grand National Championship POMONA, Calif. (October 14, 2012) – Harley-Davidson® Screamin’ Eagle® Factory Team rider Kenny Coolbeth closed out the AMA Pro Harley-Davidson Insurance Grand National Championship season with a flag-to-flag win at the AMA Pro Flat Track Finals on the Los Angeles County Fairplex half-mile. It was the second win of the season for Coolbeth. Rogers Racing/Blue Springs Harley-Davidson rider Jared Mees finished eighth and claimed his first AMA Grand National championship. Coolbeth and his Harley-Davidson XR750 were fast all night at Pomona, winning a heat race and then leading each of…
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WIRE PLUS INTRODUCES BIG DOG “HCM” RETROFIT KIT

  Winfield, KS- Wire Plus Powersports Electronics is proud to introduce their new, state-of-the-art “HCM” Retrofit Kit for all EHC module equipped 2004-2008 Big Dog Motorcycles. This replacement module is the fix to get rid of the EHC for good. This is the perfect fix for all Big Dog owners tired of not being able to start their bike due to electrical problems. This replacement module works with all of the switches used on all 2004 models through current Big Dog Motorcycles. Each kit comes complete with Wire Plus’ proven power module and switch control module configured to work with…
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Military & Motorcycles – October 12, 2012

Special People Almost three years ago I attended the grand opening of the new Bradenton Veterans Administration Community Based Outpatient Clinic (CBOC) not only as writer, but also as one of their veteran patients. As soon as the doors opened to the new clinic I met with the man who is responsible for the volunteers who serve the Bay Pines Community. I was immediately signed up, interviewed, took the required classes, fingerprinted, photographed, had a background check done and issued an ID card. From that day to this day I have been the Head Volunteer for the clinic. Believe it…
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DO THE RIDE THING VIDEO CONTEST WINNERS

IRVINE, Calif., Oct. 9, 2012 – Creative, cash winning kids from coast to coast are getting their videos on safe and responsible ATV riding posted online as public service announcements by the ATV Safety Institute, MSF’s DirtBike SchoolSM and the Right Rider Access Fund. A judging panel from ASI, Right Rider Access Fund and the National Off-Highway Vehicle Conservation Council (NOHVCC) selected the winners among dozens of entries from young enthusiasts nationwide, all aiming to highlight ASI’s Golden Rules of ATV Safety or the MSF DirtBike School’s Dirt Bike Riding Tips. David Atkins, an 18-year old from Edmond, Oklahoma, won…
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AMA PRO GRAND NATIONAL FLAT TRACK CHAMPIONSHIP COMES DOWN TO THE WIRE

  The 2012 Ama Pro Grand National Championship Comes Down To The Wire At The Flat Track Finals At The Pomona Fairplex   Pomona, Calif…When the Law Tigers AMA Pro Flat Track Finals thunders into action Saturday, October 13th at the Fairplex in Pomona, it will mark the start of the biggest battle of the season. The points are close and the competition will definitely be intense as America’s top flat track racers go for the coveted title. Leading the charge for glory is Jared Mees. Hailing from Clio, Mich., Mees holds a 12 point lead and is eager to…
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PERRY KING TO EMCEE 2012 AMA MOTORCYCLE HALL OF FAME INDUCTION CEREMONY

PICKERINGTON, Ohio -- Stage, television and film star and longtime motorcyclist Perry King will serve as the Master of Ceremonies for the AMA Motorcycle Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony, presented by KTM, on Friday, Nov. 16, at the Red Rock Casino, Resort and Spa in Las Vegas, Nev. "Some of the most wonderful people I've known have been motorcyclists -- whether weekend enthusiasts or world-caliber competitors," said King, a member of the AMA Board of Directors. "It is my honor to pay tribute to some of motorcycling's best and brightest as the emcee of the 2012 AMA Motorcycle Hall of…
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HINES AND HARLEY V-ROD SMASH NHRA PRO STOCK MOTORCYCLE ET RECORD AT READING

Krawiec Holds Points Lead as Rain Postpones All-Harley Final Round READING, Pa. (October 8, 2012) – Harley-Davidson® Screamin’ Eagle®/Vance & Hines rider Andrew Hines set a new national Pro Stock Motorcycle Elapsed Time record of 6.728 seconds at the rain-delayed Auto-Plus NHRA Nationals at Maple Grove Raceway Monday. Hines and his teammate, Ed Krawiec, advanced to the final round of eliminations, but that race was postponed due to more rain, and will be run during the Big O Tires NHRA Nationals in Las Vegas, Oct. 25-28.   Hines broke the class ET record twice on Monday, first with a 6.742-second…
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COOLBETH RIDES FACTORY HARLEY TO 11TH PLACE IN TUCSON

Harley-Davidson Riders Bonsey, Smith and Halbert Fill the Podium   Tucson, Ariz. (October 6, 2012) – Harley-Davidson® Screamin’ Eagle® Factory Team rider Kenny Coolbeth finished in 11th place in the AMA Pro Harley-Davidson Insurance Grand National Championship race on the Tucson International Raceway half-mile. Goodwin Racing Harley-Davidson rider Steven Bonsey led every lap to score the second Grand National victory of his career. Crosley Radio rider Bryan Smith edged South East Harley-Davidson rider Sammy Halbert in a close race for second and third place, as Harley-Davidson riders filled the podium.   The series points leader, Rogers Racing/Blue Springs Harley-Davidson rider…
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POP SENSATION MORGAN BERNARD ANNOUNCES NEW VIDEO

  Guest Opportunity: 14 year old - Morgan Bernard, Internationally Known Pop Singer   Fresh off the heels of her international summer touring schedule, Morgan Bernard is now releasing the video for the much anticipated single, 'It Won't Be Perfect.'   The video can be seen at http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C-i-ymnhzh8   The video and single are the first offering from the new album, 'Give It All '   Morgan Bernard can discuss her new single, video and album.   Where do you get the inspiration for your songs? How long did it take you to write the songs on 'Give It All'?…
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HARLEY-DAVIDSON AND POPE BENEDICT MARK 110TH ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION MILESTONE

  Pope, Davidson family meet for blessing of Harley-Davidson tanks in Vatican City   ROME - Next June, tens of thousands of Harley-Davidson riders and fans from around the globe are expected to make their way to Italy’s capital city to celebrate Harley-Davidson’s 110th Anniversary and the shared passion for freedom that unites riders everywhere. Today, Pope Benedict XVI along with Willie G. Davidson, grandson of one of Harley-Davidson’s founders and his son, Bill Davidson, Vice President of the Harley-Davidson Museum, launched the countdown to Harley-Davidson’s 110th Anniversary event in Rome, June 13-16, 2013, by presenting two commemorative motorcycle gas…
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