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AMERICAN MOTORCYCLIST ASSOCIATION CONGRATULATES AMA SUPERCROSS CHAMPIONS, THANKS PARTNERS FOR 2013 SEASON

  PICKERINGTON, Ohio -- The American Motorcyclist Association congratulates the three riders who claimed AMA No. 1 plates by the time the dust settled on the 2013 AMA Supercross season: Ryan Villopoto, 450SX champion; Wil Hahn, 250SX East champion; and Ken Roczen, 250SX West champion.   "Once again, AMA Supercross delivered some of the best motorsports racing on the planet, with a 2013 season for the record books," said AMA President and CEO Rob Dingman. "I'm confident I speak for all motorcyclists when I congratulate three of our most talented AMA members -- Ryan Villopoto, Wil Hahn and Ken Roczen…
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MOTORCYCLE AWARENESS URGED BY AMA IN MAY

  Motorcycle Awareness Month begins May 1   PICKERINGTON, Ohio -- The month of May is Motorcycle Awareness Month -- one of the most important months of the year for the safety of all road users and especially motorcyclists, according to the American Motorcyclist Association. The AMA is the largest motorcycling rights and event-sanctioning organization in North America. "Motorcycle Awareness Month serves as a seasonal reminder to all road users to look around, check their mirrors and consciously look for motorcycles," said AMA President and CEO Rob Dingman. "Motorcyclists are now getting out on the road in greater numbers across…
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AMA GO RIDE! MONTH WRAPS UP

PICKERINGTON, Ohio -- AMA Go Ride! Month in April 2013 concludes today after a month-long celebration of the motorcycling lifestyle with on- and off-highway motorcyclists across the country. In addition to providing AMA members and riders with event and riding information, the AMA also conducted numerous weekly contests and on Friday, May 3, will announce the winners of a drawing for prizes from AMA partner Helmet House. "We've had a lot of fun engaging AMA members and riders with AMA Go Ride! Month," said Rob Dingman, AMA president and CEO. "Even where the weather has been less than cooperative, motorcyclists…
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CIRCLE BELL MOTORSPORTS ANNOUNCES RACE HEADQUARTERS FOR THE UPCOMING AMA PRO SACRAMENTO MILE

Circle Bell Motorsports is pleased to announce that they have once again signed an agreement with the Red Lion Hotel Woodlake Conference Center (formerly the Woodlake) to serve as Race Headquarters for the upcoming AMA Pro Sacramento Mile, July 27th at the Cal Expo Fairgrounds.   Conveniently located at 500 Leisure Lane, just minutes from Cal Expo, the State Capitol and Old Sacramento, the Red Lion Hotel Woodlake Conference Center is offering riders and fans who make their reservations before 5pm on July 11th a special room rate of $74 for a double room, $89 for a triple room and…
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HARLEY-DAVIDSON FIRST-QUARTER EARNINGS RISE SHARPLY

Earnings Per Share Climb 33.8% to $0.99 MILWAUKEE, April 25, 2013 – Harley-Davidson, Inc. (NYSE: HOG) first-quarter 2013 diluted earnings per share increased 33.8% on higher motorcycle shipments and continued improvement in operating efficiencies, compared to the year-ago period. First-quarter net income was $224.1 million on consolidated revenue of $1.57 billion, compared to net income of $172.0 million in the year-ago period on consolidated revenue of $1.43 billion. First-quarter 2013 diluted earnings per share were $0.99, compared $0.74 in the year-ago quarter. “With our focus on continuous improvement throughout our operations and providing outstanding products and customer experiences, we have…
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EVERY DAY IS EARTH DAY FOR MOTORCYCLISTS

  PICKERINGTON, Ohio -- As conservation takes center stage on April 22, 2013 for Earth Day, the American Motorcyclist Association salutes motorcyclists and all-terrain vehicle riders nationwide who do volunteer work on public land. The AMA also salutes street riders, noting there are many environmental benefits to commuting and traveling on a motorcycle or scooter. "For motorcyclists, every day is Earth Day," said Rob Dingman, AMA president and CEO. "Off-highway riders enjoy the outdoors and respect the land, sometimes even carrying out other people's trash from remote areas. Street riders -- whether on a motorcycle or a scooter -- have…
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AS TICKET PRE-SALE DEADLINE NEARS: HARLEY-DAVIDSON UNVEILS ADDITIONAL MUSICAL ACTS FOR 110TH ANNIVERSARY

60+Bands to Perform During Labor Day Weekend Celebration in Milwaukee MILWAUKEE (April 18, 2013) – The entertainment line-up for the Harley-Davidson 110th Anniversary roars on as 20 new bands have signed on to the existing slate of acts playing in Milwaukee over Labor Day Weekend.   In all, more than 60 bands will take to the Festival Stages of Milwaukee’s Henry Maier Festival Park (Summerfest Grounds) Thursday, Aug. 29, through Sunday, Sept.1, 2013.   Bands added to the Festival Stage schedule include Blackberry Smoke, Yellowcard, Bret Michaels, Cowboy Mouth, Alejandro Escovedo, Chevy Metal, Uncle Lucius, The Delta Saints, JD McPherson,…
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BIKER PROS TO PRODUCE CUSTOM BIKE SHOW AT MUSKEGON BIKE TIME

Durham, NC - April 17, 2013 - Biker Pros, the nation's largest producer of custom bike shows, has announced it will be producing The Muskegon Bike Time Extreme Custom Bike Show sponsored by Hot Rod Harley-Davidson and Budweiser. The show will take place on the grounds of Hot Rod Harley-Davidson on Saturday, July 20, 2013  in downtown Muskegon. The winner of the MOD Harley class in Muskegon receives an automatic bid to the AMD Invitational Custom Bike Show at the Harley-Davidson 110th Anniversary Celebration in Milwaukee. Styling influences, from Donnie Smith to Gary Maurer and everything in between, will be…
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AEROSMITH AND TOBY KEITH JOIN STAR-STUDDED LINEUP FOR HARLEY-DAVIDSON’S 110TH ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION IN MILWAUKEE

Fans Who Purchase a 110th Anniversary Ticket Package Before April 19 Eligible for Pre-Sale MILWAUKEE (April 11, 2013) – Rock n’ Roll Hall-of-Famer Aerosmith and superstar Toby Keith will join Kid Rock as headline performers for Harley-Davidson’s 110th Anniversary Celebration in Milwaukee over Labor Day weekend.   Keith will perform Thursday, Aug. 29; Aerosmith will take the stage Friday, Aug. 30; and Kid Rock will round out the epic weekend of music Saturday, Aug. 31. Each headline concert is at the Marcus Amphitheater, located on the south end ofMilwaukee’sHenryMaierFestivalPark(Summerfest Grounds).   “The variety of entertainment we’re bringing to Milwaukeefor the…
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WHEELS ARE TURNING IN AMA GO RIDE MONTH

  Go Ride Together is the Theme for Week Two PICKERINGTON, Ohio -- AMA Go Ride Together! week, sponsored by the American Motorcyclist Association, launches today during the second week of AMA Go Ride! Month. AMA Go Ride Together! week showcases the fun of riding with family, friends and co-workers, including AMA clubs and the online motorcycle community. Throughout AMA Go Ride! Month, the AMA is providing motorcyclists nationwide with information, entertainment, contests, prizes from Helmet House, Shoei, HelmetLok and Bikebandit.com. For details, be sure to visit www.americanmotorcyclist.com/riding/goride and the AMA Facebook page at www.facebook.com/americanmotorcyclist. Riders looking to ride together…
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MILITARY & MOTORCYCLES_APRIL 5, 2013

Fallen Hero Escort For the 16th time since 2007 MacDill AFB was brought to the attention of the local media for something other than their Special Operations capabilities. Again, as in the last fifteen times it was to supply support and to show honor for a family who has lost a soldier in the wars in Southwest Asia.   This time the family of 21-year-old US Army Specialist Zachary L. Shannon of Dunedin awaited the arrival of the charter jet, which carried his remains.   Zac was killed on March 11 in a nighttime helicopter training mission in Kandahar Providence,…
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FREEDOM FRIDAY FOCUSES ON HEALTH CARE BIAS AGAINST MOTORCYCLISTS

PICKERINGTON, Ohio -- As part of AMA Go Ride! Month, the American Motorcyclist Association has designated each Friday in April as a "Freedom Friday" to raise awareness about issues that threaten motorcycling freedoms. AMA members can take part in a photo contest related to the issue and win prizes. Kicking off on Friday, April 5, will be a weeklong focus on health-insurance discrimination. The issue is one of the most important to AMA members, according to Danielle Fowles, AMA grassroots coordinator. "With the current U.S. economic situation, we are hearing of more employers refusing to pay for health care for…
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AMA AND HUSQVARNA ANNOUNCE WINNER OF HUSQVARNA TE449 IN 2012 AMA HUSQVARNA NATIONAL DUAL SPORT TRAIL RIDING SERIES

PICKERINGTON, Ohio -- American Motorcyclist Association member Chris Latham of Greencastle, Ind., has one more reason to hit the trails this year. The 46-year-old Latham won the grand prize for participating in the 2012 AMA Husqvarna National Dual Sport Trail Riding Series: a 2013 Husqvarna TE449 from series sponsor Husqvarna North America. The annual AMA prize drawing, conducted by the independent auditing and accounting firm of Plante & Moran of Columbus, Ohio, included participants in all events on the national dual-sport calendar. "This is awesome! I never dreamed that I would win anything like this," said Latham, who was entered…
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AMA MEMBERS RECEIVE SPECIAL BENEFITS AT THE RED BULL GRAND PRIX OF THE AMERICAS

PICKERINGTON, Ohio -- AMA members attending the Red Bull Grand Prix of The Americas on April 19-21 at Circuit of The Americas in Austin, Texas, will receive special member benefits at the race. AMA members who call the Circuit of The Americas' hotline at (512) 301-6600 and purchase the AMA ticket package and give their AMA number will receive half-price VIP motorcycle parking, and a special pit walk Friday, April 19, at no additional charge. The track will email pit walk details to qualifying ticket holders. Circuit of The Americas' Chief Marketing and Revenue Officer Geoff Moore said it was…
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FMF CALIFORNIA CLASSIC FEATURES SPRING BREAK MOTOCROSS AT ITS BEST

  PICKERINGTON, Ohio -- Amateur motocross racers in Southern California will have a spring break to remember this April 5-7. Hesperia's Competitive Edge Motocross Park will host the first FMF California Classic, an AMA-sanctioned event that will establish a tradition for great racing, excellent track conditions and top-level talent.  "With amazing weather, great track conditions and a welcoming atmosphere, Southern California offers some of the best motocross racing in the country, and springtime is one of the best times of the year to race here," said AMA Motocross Manager Kip Bigelow. "We expect a large crowd at the AMA-sanctioned FMF…
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APRIL IS AMA GO RIDE MONTH

PICKERINGTON, Ohio -- Motorcyclists everywhere will celebrate the thrill of riding during "AMA Go Ride! Month" in April. Sponsored by the American Motorcyclist Association, AMA Go Ride! Month encourages AMA members and riders nationwide to renew their passion for riding in the dirt and on the street. "Every spring, millions of riders roll out of the driveway or onto the track or trail to launch the new riding season," said AMA President and CEO Rob Dingman. "AMA Go Ride! Month is our time to revel in the culture of motorcycling with our family and friends, and to experience once again…
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