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REVIEW: ENTROSYS BIKEAIR MOTORCYCLE A/C SYSTEM

Published on February 11, 2014 under Born To Ride
  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

Published on February 10, 2014 under Born To Ride
  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

Published on February 10, 2014 under Born To Ride
  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

Published on February 6, 2014 under Born To Ride
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

Published on February 5, 2014 under Born To Ride
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

Published on February 4, 2014 under Born To Ride
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

Published on February 4, 2014 under Born To Ride
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

Published on January 31, 2014 under Born To Ride
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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HARLEY-DAVIDSON DELIVERS CONTINUED GROWTH FOR FOURTH QUARTER and FULL YEAR

Published on January 30, 2014 under Born To Ride
Full-Year EPS Rises 20.6% on 5.7% Revenue Growth New Harley-Davidson Motorcycle Retail Sales Grow 5.7% Worldwide in Fourth Quarter and 4.4% for Full Year MILWAUKEE, Jan. 30, 2014 – Harley-Davidson, Inc. (NYSE:HOG) earnings and dealer new motorcycle sales continued their growth in the fourth quarter of 2013 and for the full year, compared to the year-ago periods. Fourth-quarter diluted earnings per share increased 9.7% to $0.34, primarily on strong operating results in the Motorcycles segment, including higher revenue and lower operating expense, compared to the year-ago period. Fourth-quarter net income was $75.4 million on consolidated revenue of $1.19 billion, compared…
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MILITARY & MOTORCYCLES_JANUARY 23, 2014

Published on January 23, 2014 under Born To Ride
Marcus Luttrell Last week I wrote about the movie Lone Survivor and I would like to continue along those lines this week.   If you haven’t seen the movie I will give you advance warning it is “R” rated for violence and language. That is not a big surprise for those who have been there and done that. For those who have not, you may be offended by both.   After reading the book Lone Survivor back in 2007, a custom bike builder by the name of Jeri Exner of Clearwater spent nearly seven months building a motorcycle for Marcus…
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MILITARY & MOTORCYCLES_JANUARY 17, 2014

Published on January 17, 2014 under Born To Ride
Lone Survivor First of all here is my disclaimer prior to writing this column. I am by no stretch of the imagination a movie critic. Sue will tell you we have been to fewer movies than you can count on both hands, make that one hand in the 43 years we have been married. Now that I have that out of the way I want to expound on the movie ‘Lone Survivor’ which I saw Friday. As I sat awaiting the start of the movie along with 45-50 others (mostly my age or older) I became a little apprehensive as…
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APPROPRIATIONS BILL SUPPORTS PUBLIC ACCESS, CONSERVATION EFFORTS IN WESTERN STATES

Published on January 16, 2014 under Born To Ride
  PICKERINGTON, Ohio -- The Omnibus Appropriations Act, a massive funding bill now working its way through the U.S. Congress, includes provisions that would prohibit implementation of the Wild Lands initiative and continue conservation efforts to prevent the sage-grouse from being listed as an endangered species. In addition, it would require federal land managers to disclose how Equal Access to Justice Act funds are being disbursed. The American Motorcyclist Association supports the inclusion of these vital public lands issues in the bill. The appropriations act was passed by the U.S. House of Representatives Wednesday and is currently being considered by…
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