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AMERICAN MOTORCYCLIST ASSOCIATION HONORS THOSE WHO GAVE THEIR LIVES FOR COUNTRY

Published on May 22, 2014 under Born To Ride

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

Published on May 21, 2014 under Born To Ride

(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

Published on May 20, 2014 under Born To Ride

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

Published on May 15, 2014 under Born To Ride

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

Published on May 14, 2014 under Born To Ride

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

Published on May 13, 2014 under Born To Ride

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

Published on May 6, 2014 under Born To 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

Published on May 6, 2014 under Born To Ride

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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DISTRACTED DRIVING IS DEADLY DRIVING

Published on May 1, 2014 under Born To Ride

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

Published on April 29, 2014 under Born To Ride

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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THE WALL OF REMEMBRANCE AT HARLEY-DAVIDSON OF PANAMA CITY BEACH

Published on April 24, 2014 under Born To Ride

The Wall of Remembrance has arrived at Harley-Davidson of Panama City Beach! Thursday morning, April 24, 2014 at 10 AM it will leave Harley alongside an escorted ride and head to Oaks by the Bay Park, where it will reside through the weekend. This is the mobile monument's first Florida stop, having just arrived from California. The 103-foot Wall contains the names of 11,000 soldiers who have died in uniform fighting against terror. Its Founder, JR Nichols, will drive the truck that houses the Wall. You are invited to come to Harley-Davidson Thursday morning (TOMORROW) from 9 to 10…
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