August 2009 Motorcycle News

COOLBETH WINS BIG ON INDY MILE TO RECLAIM TWINS POINTS LEAD

Smith Nips Mees for Second as Harley-Davidson Wrecking Crew Fills the PodiumINDIANAPOLIS, Ind. (August 29, 2009) - Harley-Davidson Screamin' Eagle factory rider Kenny Coolbeth roared to a decisive win in the AMA Grand National Twins main on the Indy Mile at the Indiana State Fairgrounds. Coolbeth led every lap and constantly pulled away from the field to cross the finish line with a lead of more than nine seconds. Coolbeth, who also won the four-lap Dash for Cash bonus sprint race, moves b…

3rd Annual 9-11 Remembrance Ride

LET’S ROLL! This ride is a tribute to remember those who lost their lives on 9-11-2001 and for the brave men and women of the armed forces who are fighting for us today to keep us safe. Ride date: Friday, September 11, 2009. Pre-register at Manatee River Harley Davidson located at 624 67th St. Cir. E., Bradenton, FL. 34208, 941-745-2429 off S.R.64 near the I-75 exit# 220 or at Rossiter’s Harley Davidson in Sarasota or register at the event from 5:30 p.m. to 6:45 pm. Registration fee is $5…

Milwaukee Fire Department Fireboat Christened at H-D Museum

On August 20, 2009, Harley-Davidson Museum Director Stacy Watson christened the Milwaukee Fire Department’s new fireboat, Trident, in a dramatic waterfront display at the Harley-Davidson Museum.A 39-foot, welded-aluminum hull vessel manufactured by Metal Craft Marine, Inc., the Trident is powered by a pair of Cummins diesel engines delivering 540 hp each to the boat’s jet drives. With two 1750 gal/min pumps and a built-in foam tank, the Trident is capable of a 5000 gal/min fire flow to f…

Legendary Buffalo Chip Provides Ultimate Sturgis Experience during Sturgis Rally Week 2009

Sturgis, S.D. (August 24, 2009) Sturgis Bike Week 2009 has come and gone and the Legendary Buffalo Chip has once again proven itself as the best party anywhere. The epicenter of this year's rally and all of its high-octane revelry provided bike enthusiasts from across the country the ultimate Sturgis experience. By bikers and for bikers, the Legendary Buffalo Chip afforded its visitors an array of entertainment, art, vendors, food, amenities and countless memories.The entertainment at this year…

Motorcycle Hall of Fame Museum Offers Free Admission on Smithsonian Magazines 5th Annual Museum Day

PICKERINGTON, Ohio -- The American Motorcyclist Association (AMA) is pleased to announce that on Saturday, Sept. 26, 2009, the AMA Motorcycle Hall of Fame Museum will participate in the fifth annual Museum Day, presented by Smithsonian magazine. A celebration of culture, learning and the dissemination of knowledge, Smithsonian's Museum Day reflects the spirit of the magazine, and emulates the free-admission policy of the Smithsonian Institution's Washington, D.C.-based properties. Doors will be …

HARLEY-DAVIDSON TO EXPAND INTO INDIA

Initial Steps Include Establishment of Subsidiary and Dealer NetworkNEW DELHI (August 27, 2009) – Harley-Davidson, Inc. (NYSE: HOG) announced today its plans to formally enter the motorcycle market in India, where it expects to start selling its iconic motorcycles in 2010. The company has established a subsidiary to be located in Gurgaon, near Delhi, and has begun the process of seeking dealers.Harley-Davidson Motor Company President and Chief Operating Officer, Matthew Levatich, is an in…

AMA Expresses Concerns Over Health Care Debate‏

Contact your Senators and Representative today!Millions of on-highway and off-highway motorcyclists -- as well as all-terrain vehicle (ATV) riders -- may be adversely impacted by the various heath care bills currently under consideration in Congress. The AMA opposes any legislation that may restrict the freedoms of millions of riders enjoying an active lifestyle.Motorcyclists and ATV riders cherish personal freedom and responsibility when it comes to enjoying their passion for riding. …

Fremont Street Las Vegas PitBoss Build Continues

ProCorp Customs and Metal Mafia Customs push forward after the death of team memberBoca Raton, FL (August 24, 2009) – There's an old saying, "The show must go on" and in the case of the Fremont Street Experience Las Vegas themed bike, ‘The PitBoss’, the saying couldn't be more applicable. Moving forward, the project takes on a tribute to Brad Ruel, whose untimely death last month put a halt to the build. The crew over at ProCorp Customs is pushing forward and are determined to make th…

Hot Leathers Official Buffalo Chip Merchandise Sizzles at Sturgis Bike Week

Sturgis, S.D. (August 19, 2009) Sturgis was sizzling this year and so was the officially licensed Buffalo Chip merchandise that Hot Leathers had on hand at a number of locations in and around Sturgis during bike week. Hot Leathers, the industry leader in motorcycle apparel and accessories, came out full force and was pleased to offer rally-goers ten locations from Main Street Sturgis to several at the Legendary Buffalo Chip.Hot Leathers in conjunction with the Legendary Buffalo Chip, the renowne…

Michael Lichters Rebel Rousers Exhibit Applauded by Industry and Public Alike

Sturgis, SD (August 19, 2009) "World Class" and "Stunning" were a few words that were used to describe Michael Lichter's 9th Annual Motorcycles as Art Exhibition held during this year's Sturgis Rally at the Legendary Buffalo Chip. The exhibit entitled 'Rebel Rousers, Motorcycle Icons that Inspire Us to Ride' showcased the most important collection of motorcycles and art to ever grace Sturgis and was viewed by thousands of guests. From August 1 through August 8 throngs of bike enthusiasts were ca…

KOPP WINS BY BIG MARGIN ON BEULAH PARK MILE

Mees Holds Five-Point Lead Over Coolbeth for ChampionshipGROVE CITY, Ohio (August 16, 2009) - Latus Harley-Davidson/Screamin’ Eagle rider Joe Kopp won his first AMA Grand National Twins event of the season with a dominating performance on the Beulah Park Mile. Kopp, riding a Harley-Davidson XR750, led the entire race and won by an astonishing margin of 22.03 seconds over Moroney’s Harley-Davidson/Screamin' Eagle rider Bryan Smith, who was second.“I’ve been struggling on my big bike this s…

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…

KRAWIEC BUILDS POINTS LEAD WITH SEMI-FINAL RUN AT BRAINERD

Screamin’ Eagle/Vance & Hines Riders Stay 1-2 in Season Points StandingsBRAINERD, Minn. (August 16, 2009) – Screamin’ Eagle/Vance & Hines rider Eddie Krawiec leads the NHRA Pro Stock Motorcycle series by more than 100 points after racing a Harley-Davidson V-Rod to the semi-final round of eliminations at the Lucas Oils NHRA Nationals at Brainerd International Raceway.Krawiec’s closest rival in the points race both went out in the first round of eliminations. Screamin’ Eagle/Vance &…

Jack Penton elected new chairman, to lead AMA Motorcycle Hall of Fame Museum fundraising efforts

PICKERINGTON, Ohio -- The American Motorcyclist Association (AMA) is pleased to announce the results of officer elections for the American Motorcycle Heritage Foundation(AMHF) Board of Directors, which raises money for the AMA Motorcycle Hall of FameMuseum.Jack Penton, AMA Motorcycle Hall of Fame off-road racer with more than 40 years of industry experience, was elected chairman. Tom White, founder of White Brothersand the Early Years of Motocross Museum in Villa Park, Calif., was elected vice c…

Pegram Wins Race One in Topeka

TOPEKA, Kan. (August 1, 2009) - Larry Pegram (No. 72 Foremost Insurance/Pegram Racing Ducati 1098R) dominated the AMA Pro National Guard American Superbike presented by Parts Unlimited race in the Tornado Nationals presented by BriggsAuto.com at Heartland Park Topeka. Today's racing action can be seen in a same-day delay telecast at 10:30 p.m. ET (7:30 p.m. PT) on SPEEDAfter winning his first pole since 1996 in Friday's Superpole qualifying, Pegram took the lead at the race start …

ESLICK TAKES DAYTONA SPORTBIKE CO-LEAD AT TOPEKA

First and Third Place Finishes Highlight Emotional WeekendEast Troy, Wis. (August 3, 2009) - Bruce Rossmeyer's Daytona Racing/RMR/GEICO Powersports rider Danny Eslick earned a share AMA Pro Racing Daytona SportBike championship lead with a victory and a third place finish during a tumultuous and emotional double-header weekend for the Oklahoma rider and his team at Heartland Park-Topeka that was marred by the tragic death of team sponsor Bruce Rossmeyer, who was killed in a street motorcyc…

Legendary Buffalo Chip Raises $61,000 for Charity at 2009 Legends Ride

Deadwood, SD (August 7, 2009) More than 350 bikes and 500 riders from around the world converged on Deadwood, SD on Monday, August 3 to take part in the Second Annual Legends Ride hosted by the Legendary Buffalo Chip. A record-breaking $61,600 was raised to benefit a number of Black Hills Charities including the Black Hills Children's Home and the Sturgis Motorcycle Hall of Fame and Museum. Just under $40,000 was raised at last year's inaugural Legends Ride. "We are thrilled with the charity rid…

THUNDERSTORM WASHES OUT BLACK HILLS GRAND NATIONAL

Mees Retains Series Lead After Grand National Twins Main is CancelledRAPID CITY, S.D. (August 4, 2009) – An intense thunderstorm that moved over Black Hills Speedway on Tuesday evening caused the cancellation of the AMA Grand National Twins race there. The racing program had started on time and progressed through qualifying and the first three heat races before the storm dropped heavy rain that made the track surface un-raceable. It was the first time in five years that the AMA Grand…

COOLBETH SECOND AS RAIN SHORTENS HAGERSTOWN HALF-MILE

Defending Champion Moves Up to Second in AMA Grand National Season PointsHAGERSTOWN, Md. (July 25, 2009) – Harley-Davidson Screamin' Eagle factory rider Kenny Coolbeth raced a Harley-Davidson XR-750 to second place in the AMA Grand National Twins main on the Hagerstown Speedway half-mile. The race, which was stopped after 18 laps because of rain and an oiled track, was won by Jake Johnson, also riding a Harley-Davidson XR-750.Blue Springs Harley-Davidson/Screamin' Eagle rider Jared M…

HARLEY-DAVIDSON HELPS RIDERS GET FIT

Motor Company Introduces Fit Shop to Help Riders Find the Perfect Motorcycle Fit MILWAUKEE (August 3, 2009) – Forget the treadmill and spin class – Harley-Davidson wants motorcycle riders to think differently about getting fit. The Motor Company unveiled the Harley-Davidson Fit Shop at dealerships across the country, which is designed to help motorcycle riders find the perfect fit for their new or used Harley-Davidson motorcycle using Genuine Harley-Davidson Parts and Accessories. Dealersh…

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