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Detective Arrested in NYC Motorcycle-SUV Melee

October 9th, 2013Article originally written on AP Magazine.An undercover police detective was arrested as fallout from a burst of motorcyclist mayhem reached a new level, with investigators saying the officer was shown on video hitting and kicking an SUV before bikers attacked its driver.Wojciech Braszczok, who was off-duty when he joined a motorcycle rally that spiraled into violence, was expected to be arraigned Wednesday. He surrendered Tuesday to face riot and criminal mischief charges, New …

To Harley or not to Harley? A question that is harder and harder to answer

May 3, 2013 Article originally written at www.motorcyclistonline.com. Baggers-the cross breed of cruiser and a full-dress tourer-are big business. Distinguished by saddlebags and full fairings, and built for stylish over-the-road travel, they're the most popular subset of the massive cruiser market. Harley-Davidson doesn't disclose sales by model, but even a cursory curbside survey says baggers are Milwaukee's best-selling bikes. It seems every second Harley you see is a Street Gl…

Motorcycle Awareness Month is May!

May 2, 2013 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 R…

Economic indicator, Harley Davidson?

May 1, 2013 Harley-Davidson Inc sounded an upbeat note about the state of the global consumer on Thursday with a 34 percent increase in quarterly profit and a big jump in shipments of its iconic motorcycles ahead of the traditional spring selling season. The Milwaukee-based company, closely watched because of the window it provides on discretionary spending, said overall revenue from bikes, parts and accessories, and apparel rose 9.8 percent to $1.57 billion in the most recent quarter.…

HINES AND KRAWIEC QUALIFY V-RODS FOR HOUSTON ELIMINATIONS

April 30, 2013 BAYTOWN, Texas – Harley-Davidson® Screamin’ Eagle®/Vance & Hines riders Ed Krawiec and Andrew Hines continued advancement of the team’s new Harley-Davidson® V-Rod® motorcycles, as both riders qualified for the O’Reilly Auto Parts NHRA Spring Nationals presented by Super Start Batteries at Royal Purple Raceway, the third Pro Stock Motorcycle event in the 2013 NHRA Mello Yello Drag Racing Series.Hines, a winner for three consecutive years at the Houston event, qualified thi…

There's an app for that?

April 29, 2013 The Laconia Motorcycle Week Association has combined old school debauchery with new technology, in an all new app, the free Laconia Mobile Guide(LMG) now the OFFICIAL mobile guide of Laconia Motorcycle Week. Is this the new swiss army knife - 'everything you need'...The Laconia Mobile Guide hopes to help riders find all the latest and greatest information for events and activities in and around the Lakes Region and State of NH. For the 90th anniversary, Laconia Motorcycl…

To helmet or not to helmet?

April 27, 2013 Winter seems to be lingering around a lot of the country, but motorcycle riders like the rest of nature are springing up all over. Weather or not, my ride came out of hibernation a week ago. I’m sure ‘soon’ is welcome news for colder regions of the states. The bad news is, as with the first snow of the season and car accidents, we’ve already had several serious cycle accidents.A sobering tally, reports this week that motorcycle deaths last year increased across our nation. It…

10 Tops for traffic

April 26, 2013 Nobody wants to sit in traffic, and as much as riding has that certain something above sitting in a car, and a lot of times you can sneak through traffic enjoying everyone’s envy –let’s just say envy, traffic still bites. Of course the traffic you’re in day after day in the commute to the big city near you might border on the ridiculous, but we’ve assembled as list of the ten worst cities to get caught in during rush hour in the US.Traffic data provider Inrix looked at a wide…

Top Five Ways to Make Your Ride Run Forever

April 25. 2013 Though we may set out to keep a bike forever, not everyone will have the persistence — and luck — of Irv Gordon, a man who holds the world record for having driven his 1966 Volvo P1800 for nearly 3 million miles. You can, however, greatly extend the life of your vehicle, while simultaneously reducing the possibility of mechanical mishaps. The following five items are basic and can apply to any vehicle. 1. Follow Your Vehicle's Service Schedule: This may seem like a no-…

AMA Roadrace Grand Championships head to Virginia International Raceway Sept 21-22

April 24, 2013 Article originally written on americanmotorcyclist.com. Amateur roadracers in the American Motorcyclist Association will compete for national championships on Sept. 21-22 when the 2013 AMA Roadrace Grand Championships go to Virginia International Raceway in Alton, Va. "The annual AMA Roadrace Grand Championships feature the most-talented up-and-coming young roadracers in the United States," said AMA Track Racing Manager Ken Saillant. "We're looking forwar…

Motorcycle Safety

April 23, 2013, Article originated at idahostar.org/ It's that time of year when many drivers are starting to see motorcycles on the road again. With Idaho being one of the top places to ride, officials want to remind drivers and motorcyclists to be safe and aware when driving. More than four thousand fatalities occur each year in the United States. Summer Joy talks to friends and family that have lost a loved one in a motorcycle accident and to find out what drivers and riders ne…

Our environment

April 22, 2013 Yup, it’s Earth day 2013! Didn’t know? Well, that doesn’t matter because motorcyclists as a group, are considered much more environmentally conscientious than average. I suppose we appreciate a debris free road for selfish reasons, but bikers also tend to feel greater kinship with, and a deeper appreciation for our natural environment, there are exceptions. Article originally written at americanmotorcyclist.com.The AMA salutes motorcyclists and all-terrain vehicle riders…

And the hand bone is connected to the arm bone

April, 20, 2013 Article originally written at motorcyclecruiser.com. Most of us recognize the importance of at least a quick visual check of our machines before we set out, but what many riders forget is that it's just as important to check your body position. Out on a one-lane country road 30 minutes into your ride is not the ideal time to be wondering, "Uh, why are my hands tingling? Why are my shoulders tight? And damn it, why does my neck ache?"But that's often how it goes with ri…

Some secrets of cruising

April 19, 2013 Quiet towns all over America transform into wild party spots as thousands and thousands of bikers roll in for not just the basics: beer, bikes, and boobs, but any type of debauchery that may spontaneously combust. Many show off in bike races, bike exhibitions, burnouts, and the girls, well mostly girls, in bikini contests. Bands from new local talent to legends of rock and roll, and country can be found jamming at many biker events. Some events last a day, some 3 or 4 d…

RTC deters crime, who'da thunk it?

April 18, 2013 Self-defense is a fundamental right. The U.S. constitution, the constitutions of 44 states, common law, and the laws of all states recognize the right to use arms in self-defense. Right to Carry (RTC) laws respect the right to self-defense by allowing individuals to carry firearms for protection.The Supreme Court, striking down the District of Columbia’s handgun ban in District of Columbia v. Heller (2008), ruled that “the inherent right of self-defense has been central to the Sec…

To E15, or not to E15?

April 17, 2013 WASHINGTON: The American Fuel & Petrochemical Manufacturers (AFPM) petitioned the U.S. Supreme Court to overturn the D.C. Circuit Court of Appeals' decision in August 2012 that dismissed challenges to the Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) partial approval of E15. The EPA decision at issue authorized a 50 percent increase in the amount of ethanol in gasoline for newer-model year motor vehicles, while maintaining a prohibition on the mid-level ethanol blend use in old…

Thunder in the Valley Motorcycle Rally

April 16, 2013 This summer, Memorial Day through July 4th, The Alleghenies offers everything from a motorcycle rally to canopy tours and plenty of festivals. Start summer right with these events: Laurel Ridgeline Canopy Tours (all summer) Seven Springs Mountain Resort. Constructed to fit into the natural landscape, Seven Springs' new canopy tours consist of 10 zip-lines ranging in length from 145-feet to the grand finale--1,500-feet of zip 150-feet in the air! 46th Annual Blair…

Rock To Rap And Everything In Between: Harley-Davidson Unveils Preliminary Lineup For 110th Anniversary Celebration

April 15, 2013 An eclectic mix of talent ranging from emerging stars to legendary bands will rock the Milwaukee Lakefront with Harley-Davidson during the culmination of the company's year-long, global 110th Anniversary Celebration.More than 60 bands will take to the stages of Milwaukee's Henry Maier Festival Park (Summerfest Grounds) Thursday, Aug. 29, through Sunday, Sept.1, 2013. The first round of confirmed performers includes ZZ Top, Katey Sagal & The Forest Rangers, Dropkick M…

Moto Guzzi USA, would like to introduce

April 13, 2013 Moto Guzzi USA, the North American branch of the Piaggio Group’s iconic Moto Guzzi motorcycle brand, known for its high quality craftsmanship, iconic design, rich heritage and originality, today announced the all-new 2014 California 1400 models will arrive to U.S. dealerships the week of April 15th. The storied Italian brand and model line gained prominence in the American market via its exclusive contract with the LAPD and California Highway Patrol, over 40 years ago. Avail…

Aerosmith And Toby Keith Join Star-Studded Lineup For Harley-Davidsons 110th Anniversary Celebration In Milwaukee

April 12, 2013 Rock n' Roll Hall-of-Famers 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 of Milwaukee's Henry Maier Festival …

ABS Bikes:

April 11, 2013 Anti-lock brakes on bikes? At first I kind of shrugged the idea off thinking it was another way to raise or even justify prices. I have ABS on my car, no big deal, but I can feel the vibration. Maybe I'm old, I'm definitely old school: big engine, loud pipes, good tires, brakes are on the list - more for crap getting in my way, but I really can't imagine that vibration going over well while I'm on two wheels.Whelp, according to the Insurance Institute for Highway safety…

March 6th, 2013The article was originally written on http://www.sturgismotorcyclerally.comThe Sturgis Motorcycle Museum & Hall of Fame will be a recipient of the coveted 2013 Silver Spoke Award presented by the National Coalition of Motorcyclists (NCOM). The Award is in the “Special Recognition” category and honors the Sturgis Motorcycle Museum & Hall of Fame for its work in improving the image of motorcycling. The award will be presented at NCOM’s annual convention in Reno, …

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Double-Podium for Team Rockstar Makita Suzuki in Laguna SuperBike Race

MONTEREY, CA (July 24, 2011) – Team Rockstar Makita Suzuki pulled out all the stops at the AMA Pro National Guard SuperBike race on Sunday at Mazda Raceway Laguna Seca in Monterey, CA. In one of the closest AMA Pro SuperBike races this year, Tommy Hayden took the win by 0.232 of a second and teammate Blake Young made the pass for the final podium spot right at the line. This is Hayden’s third victory of the season, while Young’s result allows him to maintain the lead in the o…

DP Brakes Announces 2011 Road Race Sponsorships

BUFFALO, NY (May 5, 2011) – DP Brakes will be sponsoring several high profile teams and individuals for the 2011 motorcycle road race season.Teams that DP Brakes will be sponsoring this upcoming season include:• Team Rad X/BMW Motorrad Canada riders Brett McCormick and Michael Ferreira• James “The Rocket” Rispoli• Team Triumph Haribo Starmix riders• Former XSBA Long Distance Stoppie Record Holder, Ryan CramerIn addition, DP will sponsor numerous other teams and individuals through…

NRHS V-Twin Performance Sets Land Records at BUB Motorcycle Speed Trials Using Dynacycle Oil

Dynacycle Oil Lowers Engine Temperature and Increases Horsepower Under Grueling Conditions at Bonneville Salt FlatsJAMESBURG, NJ - (September 10, 2010) – NRHS V-Twin Performance has once again won the 'Fastest American V-Twin' award with a speed of over 194 mph with their 1650cc Sportster based motorcycle and a new land speed record of 115.8 mph with their 500cc Buell Blast. Both motorcycles competing during the speed trails at Bonneville used Dynacycle Oil, a 20w-50 semi-synthetic motor oil kno…

Siemens Unveils the First Custom Green Electric Chopper

First Electric Bike Made by Famed Orange County Choppers;Will Be Featured on Hit TV Show and Donated to CharityPRNewswireNEW YORK(NYSE:SI)NEW YORK, Aug. 12 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Siemens (NYSE: SI) announced today that it has teamed up with renowned custom motorcycle manufacturer Orange County Choppers to build the first custom electric motorcycle. The "Siemens Smart Chopper," which will be featured on the hit TV show American Chopper, was unveiled today in an event at the Time Warner Ce…

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