July 2009 Motorcycle News

Motorcycle Veteran Jeff Ward Joins AMA Pro Racing

DAYTONA BEACH, FL (March 19, 2010) - Motorcycle racing legend Jeff Ward will bring his considerable amount of racing and career experience to AMA Pro Racing as rider liaison and advisor. Ward has nine AMA Pro Racing Championships in Motocross, Supercross and Supermoto. He also has a number of other significant motorcycle wins and achievements as well as an impressive auto racing resume that includes a Ganassi Indy Car win, Rookie of the Year at the 1997 Indianapolis 500…

KRAWIEC OPENS NHRA DRAG SEASON WITH WIN AT GAINESVILLE

Harley-Davidson V-Rod Power Tops a Quick Pro Stock Motorcycle FieldGAINESVILLE, Fla. (March 14, 2010) - Screamin' Eagle®/Vance & Hines rider Eddie Krawiec rode a Harley-Davidson® V-Rod® to win the opening round of the NHRA Pro Stock Motorcycle season at the Tire Kingdom NHRA Gatornationals at Gainesville Raceway. Krawiec defeated Rum Bum Buell rider Shawn Gann in the final round of eliminations.Krawiec prevailed over a very quick field of NHRA Pro Stock Motorcycle riders. Eight o…

MPH Racings Melissa Paris to Sit Out Next AMA Pro Daytona SportBike Round

After suffering injuries to her pinky in the final laps of the Daytona 200, Melissa Paris will sit out the next round of the AMA Pro Daytona SportBike Championship at Auto Club Speedway in Fontana, CA.In the days following her crash, Dr. Phillip Blevins assessed the injuries to her finger and determined that in order to get her back on her RM Racing Yamaha R6 as quickly as possible, surgery was the best course of action. The recovery is expected to be speedy, however Dr. Blevins felt…

The Ducati 848 Takes Five of the Top Twenty Spots in Daytona

Cupertino, Calif. (7 March 2010) - Ducati is proud to announce that in its AMA Pro Racing debut, the Ducati 848 proved to be an extremely fast and reliable contender.In yesterday's Daytona 200, a new era in Ducati competition began. For the first time in AMA Pro Daytona SportBike presented by AMSOIL, the Ducati 848 turned its wheels around the historic Daytona circuit. Of the six bikes entered, the results were staggering: not a single mechanical problem and a podium for the bike in its f…

Vesrah Competed in the 2010 Daytona 200 Finishing with a Top 10 Result

Vesrah Suzuki began it's first AMA Pro racing season by competing in the Daytona 200 and finished the race with a great result for #57 Cory West ending up in 6th place. #75 Jeff Wood had a Daytona to forget with a crash in the chicane after a competitor lost an engine in front of him covering his bike and visor with oil resulting in a DNF.With only 10 days to prepare the motorcycles before the truck had to leave for Daytona, the team showed the dedication of its crewmembers and sponsors b…

AMA PRO RACING ANNOUNCE NEW VANCE & HINES XR1200 SERIES

Daytona Beach, FL - March 4, 2010 - AMA Pro Racing and Vance & Hines are pleased to announce the launch of the new AMA Pro Vance & Hines XR1200 Series, a spec-bike five race championship featuring specially modified Harley-Davidson XR1200 motorcycles.This exciting new series will provide loyal Harley-Davidson owners, dealers and enthusiasts a chance to join the action at selected AMA Pro Road Racing weekends throughout the country.As the presenting sponsor, Vance & Hines will …

SCREAMIN EAGLE / VANCE & HINES DEFINES DRAG-RACING EXCELLENCE

Team Offers One-Two Punch with Hines and Krawiec on Harley-Davidson Bikes in 2010MILWAUKEE (March 1, 2010) - The Screamin' Eagle® / Vance & Hines team brings Harley-Davidson® high-performance to the top level of professional drag racing. Champions four of the past six seasons in the Pro Stock Motorcycle division of the National Hot Rod Association® Full Throttle Drag Racing Series, the Screamin' Eagle / Vance & Hines team wins with American V-Twin powered Harley-Davidson V-Rod® mot…

Celtic Racing and Orient Express Start the 2010 AMA Pro Season off At Daytona with Jacobsen and Richards

Celtic Racing will debut its 2010 lineup at Daytona International Speedway this week as the Nyack New York-based team embarks on its quest for the Daytona SportBike presented by AMSOIL championship. Famed for its high-banks and breathtaking speeds Daytona International Speedway once again kicks off the 2010 AMA Pro Racing season during "Bike Week" with racing action starting on Wednesday March 3rd and capped off with the grueling Daytona 200 on the night of Friday March 5th. Against this …

Elena Myers To Make AMA Pro SuperSport Debut At Daytona

It's been five years in the making, but 16-year-old Elena Myers will make her long-awaited professional racing debut at Daytona International Speedway starting with practice on Wednesday, riding a Suzuki GSX-R600 in the AMA Pro Racing SuperSport class. Myers' Daytona debut is being backed by Team Hammer, Inc. and Richie Morris Racing (RMR) and she is actively seeking financial support for the balance of the 2010 AMA SuperSport season.At Daytona, Myers will be riding motorcycles provided by…

Vesrah Suzuki Will Be Competing in the AMA Pro Racing Daytona SportBike presented by AMSOIL Class in 2010

Vesrah Suzuki announces that the team will be competing with the No. 57 and No. 75 entries in the AMA Pro Daytona SportBike presented by AMSOIL class in the 2010 AMA Pro Racing season. Rockstar Energy Drink will be supporting the team as it enters into its 10th year as an American Suzuki support team and first full season of AMA Pro competition.The team is making this move after contending in the WERA series for nine years with success in both the National Endurance and Sprint championshi…

HARLEY-DAVIDSON RIDE-IN CUSTOM BIKE SHOW REVS UP DAYTONA

Dazzling Custom Motorcycles to be Displayed and Judged at Riverfront ParkMILWAUKEE (February 24, 2010) - Every Harley-Davidson motorcycle and rider has a truly unique personality. These one-of-a-kind bikes and their proud owners will be out in full force at the Harley-Davidson Ride-In Custom Bike Show at Daytona Bike Week.Motorcycles with incredibly detailed, dazzling and distinctive customization will be displayed in the Harley-Davidson Ride-In Custom Bike show on Wednesday, March 3 at R…

HARLEY-DAVIDSON RIDE EASY GUARANTEE MAKES FOR A GREAT RIDE

Great offers available on 2009 Harley-Davidson MotorcyclesMILWAUKEE (Feb. 23, 2010) - Now is the time to go your own way and ride a new Harley-Davidson® motorcycle with the Ride Easy Guarantee promotion.The Ride Easy Guarantee runs from today until March 31, 2010 at participating dealers. Low monthly payment options are available on all new 2009 Harley-Davidson Sportster motorcycles, while all new 2009 Softail® and VRSC models include a no cost three-year extended service plan and no cost…

Silkolene Continues Long-Time Sponsorship of Johnny Lewis

COATESVILLE, Penn. (February 16, 2010) - When Johnny Lewis turned pro at the age of 16, following a decorated career as an amateur flat track racer, Silkolene was one of his first major sponsors. Five years later, the premium motorcycle lubricant brand continues to back the pro flat tracker who is making his return to racing at Daytona Bike Week on March 3.Silkolene was the official lubricant of Team HMC/Generations of Sonoma Wine KTM when Lewis first came onto the pro scene in AMA Superm…

Pegram Racing Announces "The Club"

Team Foremost / Pegram Racing / Ducati North America’s factory American SuperBike racing team proudly announces the formation of the Pegram Racing Club for the upcoming 2010 AMA Pro Road Racing season.With support from Foremost Insurance and Ducati North America, Larry Pegram (team owner and rider) has successfully built a team around Ducati's flagship superbike, the 1098 R. Winning three AMA Pro American SuperBike races and finishing fourth overall in the 2009 season point standings, the…

2010 BikeFest Rolls Back to 2001 Pricing‏

SEPTEMBER 30 - OCTOBER 3, 2010February 12, 2010 The 10th Annual Las Vegas BikeFest is scheduled for September 30-October 3, 2010. To celebrate our 10th Anniversary we are rolling back booth prices to the 2001 rates.All outside bulk booths (tent & electrical not included), 20'x30' or larger, are being offered at the 2001 rates. To take advantage of these roll back prices we need to receive the Vendor Space Rental Agreement and deposit from you by no later than March 15th.…

JIM McCASLIN TO RETIRE FROM HARLEY-DAVIDSON

MILWAUKEE, February 10, 2010 -- Harley-Davidson, Inc. (NYSE:HOG) has announced the retirement James A. McCaslin, Executive Vice President, Corporate Product Planning, effective April 30, 2010. McCaslin, 61, served as President and Chief Operating Officer of Harley-Davidson Motor Company from 2001 to 2009. He joined Harley-Davidson in 1992 as Vice President and General Manager of the Company's York Vehicle Operations."Jim has served in several key Motor Company leadership roles and we than…

Crozier Roberson Motorsports Signs with DNA Beverage Corporation

DAYTONA BEACH, FL (February 12, 2010) - Crozier Roberson Motorsports are pleased to announce that they have inked a sponsorship agreement with DNA Beverage Corporation, makers of DNA Energy Drink® and DNA Shred Stix (meat snacks), to sponsor their AMA Pro Road Racing team in the 2010 AMA Pro Daytona SuperBike Series. “We are excited to fly the DNA Energy Drink® banner,” said team owner Robbie Roberson. “DNA Beverage Corporation is an outstanding company. They are wel…

HOLLYWOOD SHINES AT THE HARLEY-DAVIDSON MUSEUM, FEBRUARY 12- MARCH 14

MILWAUKEE, Wis. (February 2, 2010) -Throughout Hollywood history, motorcycles have shared the spotlight with heroes and heartthrobs as the ultimate symbol of rebellion, passion, heroism, and good ol' American rock 'n' roll. The 1953 film The Wild One, starring Marlon Brando, cemented the public's fascination with the biker rebel image and put the motorcycle on the map when it came to Hollywood films. Ever since, the motorcycle has shared the spotlight with some of Tinseltown's greatest st…

HARLEY-DAVIDSON HITS BEACH STREET AND SPEEDWAY IN DAYTONA

Bike Week 2010 Kick Starts Riding Season with Demos, Ride-In Show and More MILWAUKEE (Feb. 9, 2010) - Harley-Davidson gets the riding season off to a fast start at Daytona Bike Week 2010 with activities at a new location at Riverfront Park on Beach Street and a larger presence at the Daytona International Speedway.The 69th Annual Daytona Bike Week 2010 renews the long tradition of riders, enthusiasts, bikes and racing all in the sun and sand of Daytona Beach, Fla. Attracting huge crowds o…

HARLEY-DAVIDSON TO DONATE MOTORCYCLES FOR HAITI RELIEF EFFORTS

$500 Over Trade-In Value Offer Valid at all Participating H-D DealersMilwaukee (February 2, 2010) - Harley-Davidson today announced it will donate 28 new Buell and Harley-Davidson motorcycles to assist with earthquake disaster relief and stabilization efforts in Haiti. The motorcycles are being shipped from Motor Company facilities to the Dominican Republic, where Harley-Davidson dealership organization MagnaMotors will facilitate direct delivery to the United Nations Stabilization Mission…

Hopkins Joins Cardenas for Team M4 Monster Suzuki

John Hopkins has signed to race the 2010 AMA Pro season with Team Hammer, which will race as M4 Monster Suzuki. He will race American SuperBike in 2010, joining the team's Daytona SportBike ace Martin Cardenas in a two-rider assault for the championship-winning team that first began racing in 1980.Both Hopkins and Cardenas have Grand Prix experience and the M4 Monster Suzuki team looks to present its most aggressive challenge yet in AMA Pro Racing. While both racers already have garnered …

Zemke, Yates on Jordan Motorsports Suzukis in 2010, National Guard Returns as No 54 Sponsor

CHICAGO, Ill. (February 2, 2010) - Michael Jordan Motor Sports riders will compete in the upcoming season's AMA Pro Racing American Superbike class aboard the 2010 Suzuki GSX-R 1000 machinery. "Suzuki has proven that the GSX-R is still the bike to campaign in Superbike," said Kreig Robinson, Michael Jordan Motorsports Vice President of Corporate Relations. "Gemini Racing and our team have done a great deal of development in order to get the most out of the motorcycle for racing. Suzuki pro…

NEW HARLEY-DAVIDSON® CVO™ ULTRA RIDES TO THE DARK SIDE

Serialized Edition with Blacked Out Touring Comfort and Road Tech™ zūmo® NavigatorMILWAUKEE (January 24, 2010) – The new 2010 Custom Vehicle Operations (CVO) Ultra Classic® Electra Glide® trades the shine of chrome for a fade to black in its debut as the new, darker version of this truly exceptional Harley-Davidson Touring motorcycle. Each motorcycle is serialized from one to 999, and displays a formidable array of blacked out components, led by the serialized CB pod insert and the Gl…

AMA Life Member testifies before US House in opposition to inappropriate Wilderness designation‏

PICKERINGTON, Ohio -- Dennis Larratt, a Charter Life Member of the American Motorcyclist Association (AMA), offered testimony on behalf of the Association as well as the Colorado Off-Highway Vehicle Coalition (COHVCO) yesterday before the U.S. House of Representatives in opposition to H.R. 3914. The bill, the San Juan Mountains Wilderness Act of 2009, would inappropriately designate 44,000 acres of U.S. Forest Service (USFS), Bureau of Land Management (BLM) and private land as …

HARLEY-DAVIDSON® FORTY-EIGHT™ IS A RAW AND RADICAL RIDE

New Sportster® Model Brings Brawn as Chiseled Custom with Power and PerformanceMILWAUKEE (January 22, 2010) – The new Harley-Davidson Forty-Eight motorcycle is a factory custom in the legendary tradition of the hot rod Sportster line with the raw, elemental appeal of the Dark Custom™ bikes. Riding low with a slammed suspension and featuring the classic 2.1-gallon "peanut" fuel tank, the Forty-Eight backs up its bulldog appearance with the performance of its blacked out and polished rubber-…

PICKERINGTON, Ohio --Whats it like to ride in the cockpit of a streamlined motorcycle at more than 367 mph for 30 seconds? Whats it like to work at building the machine capable of such a feat for 30 y

The American Motorcyclist Association (AMA) is pleased to announce that fans of motorcycling can go straight to the source for the answers to both questions at the 22nd Annual AMA Motorcycle Hall of Fame Museum Breakfast at Daytona this March 5.The guests of honor at the fundraising event will be the world's fastest motorcyclist, Chris Carr, and the builder of the world's fastest motorcycle, Denis Manning. The current land-speed record holders and AMA Motorcycle Hall of Famers will be on hand to…

Hopkins to Test with Team M4 Suzuki at Fontana

Former AMA Formula Xtreme Champion and MotoGP star John Hopkins will test a GSX-R1000 Superbike at California Speedway on February 2-3, 2010. Team Hammer, which races as Team M4 Suzuki, is in negotiations to sign Hopkins to race the 2010 AMA Pro Racing American Superbike season for Team M4 Suzuki."We're excited about having the opportunity to test with a rider the caliber of 'Hopper' and about the possibility that he might race with us in 2010," said Crew Chief Keith Perry. "It's been sev…

Honda Red Bull Racing ready for 2010

01/06/2010 - TORRANCE, Calif. - The powerful partnership of Honda Racing and Red Bull Racing in 2009 netted dozens of podium finishes, race wins, a second and a third in two championships, and a national woman's motocross title and X-Games Supercross gold medal for Ashley Fiolek - the first woman in history ever to land a spot on the Honda factory team. Professional motocross racing may be the original extreme sport, and today the sport features more extreme action than ever befor…

Motorcycle Safety Foundation Calls for Scientists, Researchers, Specialists, Politicians and Motorcycle Industry Representatives to Contribute to ifz - 8th International Motorcycle Safety Conference

Deadline for Proposals March 3, 2010IRVINE, Calif., Jan. 9, 2010 - The Motorcycle Safety Foundation (MSF) in conjunction with co-organizer Industrie-Verband Motorrad Deutschland e.V. (IVM) have issued a call for papers to be considered for presentation at the 8th ifz-International Motorcycle Safety Conference to be held in Cologne, Germany on Oct. 4-5, 2010.Papers for consideration must be submitted to the Istitut fur Zweiradsicherheit e. V. (info@ifz.de) by March 3, 2010 and should address…

California Highway Patrol Awards Fourth Contract to the Motorcycle Safety Foundation for the California Motorcyclist Safety Program

IRVINE, Calif., Jan. 7, 2010 – The California Highway Patrol selected the Motorcycle Safety Foundation to administer the California Motorcyclist Safety Program (CMSP) for the fourth consecutive time. Under contract with the CHP, the MSF initially assumed the administration of the CMSP on Jan. 1, 2004 and was again selected for 2006, 2008 and 2009. The new contract calls for the MSF to administer the motorcyclist-funded, state-operated program for a three-year term, from January 1, 2010 th…

HARLEY-DAVIDSON INDIA ROLLS OUT MOTORCYCLE LINE-UP

Announces 12 motorcycles from Sportster®, Dyna®, VRSC™, Softail®, and Touring families Price range starting at Rs. 6,95,000 ex-showroom Bookings for Harley-Davidson® motorcycles to commence in April 2010NEW DELHI (January 5, 2010) – Today at the Auto Expo, Harley-Davidson India announced it will bring 12 motorcycles from its 2010 model portfolio to India. The broad selection, with bikes from each of its five model families, will give riders in India maximum choice and opportunity to join mil…

Harley-Davidson, Inc to Report Fourth Quarter Earnings Friday, January 22, 2010

MILWAUKEE, Dec. 23 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Harley-Davidson, Inc. (NYSE: HOG) today announced that it is scheduled to release its fourth quarter 2009 financial results before market hours on Friday, January 22, 2010. The public is invited to participate in a webcast conference call and slide show presentation with Keith Wandell, President and CEO, and John Olin, Senior Vice President and CFO, Harley-Davidson, Inc. from 8:00 A.M. to 9:00 A.M. (Central Time).It is suggested that webcast pa…

Chicks Rule & Boys Drool Tour

The Vagabond Chopper Company's 2010 Chicks Rule & Boys Drool Tour, a traveling showcase dedicated to women motorcycle riders, recently rolled out their new 44-foot event trailer sponsored by Mitchell Motorcycle Transport. This rolling tribute to women bikers will offer a mix of on-site how-to seminars, fashion shows, book signings and special guest appearances with a feminine flare.The tour officially kicked off during the 2009 Toys in the Sun Run with featured guests the Motor Maids, Leslie…

Bikers Converge on Fort Lauderdale

Bikers Converge on Fort Lauderdale Marking another Successful Seminole Hard Rock Roadhouse Bikers Bash and Toys in the Sun Run‏HOLLYWOOD, FLA -December 18, 2009 - The Seminole Hard Rock Roadhouse Tour made its final stop for 2009 at the Fort Lauderdale Harley-Davidson "Bikers Bash" on Friday, December 4th, for a night of motorcycle entertainment and fun with all proceeds going to the Boys & Girls Club of Broward County.Bike enthusiasts from across the country converged on Fort Lauderda…

Amateur dirt trackers set sights on AMA Racing Dirt Track

Grand Championships in Du Quoin, Ill., July 17-23PICKERINGTON, Ohio --The fastest amateur dirt-track racers in the country are geared up to return to Du Quoin, Ill., home of one of the world's premier courses, the Du Quoin Magic Mile, where they'll battle for American Motorcyclist Association (AMA) Grand Championships and bragging rights at the AMA Racing Dirt Track Grand Championships, July 17-23, 2010.The 2010 AMA Racing Dirt Track Grand Championships feature seven days of competition in short…

K&G Cycles Business Model Spells Success‏

Lawrence, Kansas-December 16, 2009-Founded in 2006 by George and Kyle Marakas, K & G Cycles was born out of the pair's love of motorcycling and a desire to turn their hobby of restoring antique bikes into a business. With the advent of K & G Cycles Web store in February 2009 they have successfully created a revolutionary approach to online merchandising without sacrificing their personal touch or passion for the industry.Since its inception in 2006, K & G Cycles has been developing o…

Industry Giants to Divulge Wealth of Industry Information at V-Twin Expo‏

Cincinnati, OH (December 15, 2009) V-Twin dealers and exhibitors will soon be making their annual trek to the 10th Annual V-Twin Expo by Easyriders held in Cincinnati, February 6-8. The V-Twin industry's premier trade show, the V-Twin Expo is an opportunity for those in the industry to ascertain the overall state of the industry from veterans and colleagues.Scheduled for Sunday, February 7th, 2010 at noon the seminar entitled "Two Wheeled Passion : Opportunity in the Wind" is sure to invigorate…

Danny Eslick Rides in Road Atlanta

Danny Eslick had his first ride on the GEICO Powersports RMR Suzuki this past weekend at Road Atlanta. Very cold temperatures prevented any real fast laps; however the team was able to get all of its 2010 promotional photos taken care of."We would like to thank the guys from NESBA for allowing us to run with their club," says Team Owner Richie Morris."Obviously the weather didn't go in our favor but at least it wasn't raining," said Crew Chief Barry McMahan. "It was a little too cold to act…

FOX Racing Shox supports AMA Motorcycle Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony and AMA Racing Championship Banquet, presented by KTM North America‏

PICKERINGTON, Ohio --In support of motorcycling's history and racing's future, FOX Racing Shox is sponsoring both the American Motorcyclist Association (AMA) Motorcycle Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony -- as presenting sponsor of the 2009 AMA Motorcycle Hall of Fame Concours d'Elegance -- and the AMA Racing Championship Banquet, presented by KTM North America. The events take place on consecutive evenings, Dec. 4-5, at the Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Las Vegas.The sponsorship will include a spec…

US representatives request administrative order that would shut off-highway vehicles out of 94 million acres in Utah‏

U.S. representatives request administrative order that would shut off-highway vehicles out of 9.4 million acres in UtahPICKERINGTON, Ohio -- The U.S. representative from New York who is sponsoring U.S. House bill H.R. 1925, which would close 9.4 million acres to off-highway vehicle (OHV) riding in Utah, has sent a letter to Interior Secretary Ken Salazar requesting the secretary use his administrative powers to close those lands, the American Motorcyclist Association (AMA) reports.Rep. Mau…

Custom Design Studios Builds CCI 40th Anniversary Bagger‏

Novato, CA-December 7, 2009- Kirk Taylor and the crew at Custom Design Studios are pleased to announce that they have teamed up with Custom Chrome once again to produce another show-stopping custom; only this time it's a bagger. Custom Design Studios is known for their award-winning ground up customs, paint work and parts, which is why CCI chose them for this project. They are taking an existing CCI customized Harley-Davidson Bagger and completely changing it up by making some engine modificatio…

HARLEY-DAVIDSON DECLARES MARCH AS NATIONAL GARAGE PARTY MONTH‏

Dealerships across the County to Host Women-Only Garage Parties in March 2010MILWAUKEE (December 7, 2009) – Harley-Davidson has announced plans for National Garage Party Month, when dealerships across the country will host Garage Party events during March 2010. Harley-Davidson Garage Party events provide a fun, social environment for women to learn about the sport of motorcycling, as well as meet other women who are interested in riding. Dealers host the events year-round, but the Mo…

A Night of Honor: AMA Motorcycle Hall of Fame

Class of 2009 inducted in Las Vegas gala event‏LAS VEGAS, Nev. -- It was a night of heroes and legends at the 2009 American Motorcyclist Association (AMA) Motorcycle Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony Saturday, Dec. 5, as nine of motorcycling's brightest lights were honored by fellow riders for their contributions to the motorcycling lifestyle.Celebrating in high style at the Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Las Vegas, hundreds of riders from across the country converged to pay tribute not only t…

HARLEY-DAVIDSON TO REMAIN IN YORK Major Restructuring, Including New Labor Agreement, Provides Path to Significant Gains in Cost-Competitiveness, Flexibility, Efficiency

MILWAUKEE, December 3, 2009 - Harley-Davidson, Inc. (NYSE:HOG) today announced it will keep its motorcycle operations in York, Pa., and move forward with plans to restructure those operations. The announcement follows yesterday's ratification of a new seven-year labor agreement by company employees at York, represented by International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers (IAM) Local Lodge 175, and today's decision by the Harley-Davidson Board of Directors to approve the restru…

Chris Ulrich Turned 180 Two-up Laps (414 miles) At Auto Club Speedway To Raise Money For More Airfence

AMA Pro American Superbike racer Chris Ulrich, working with significant support from track day provider Fastrack Riders, broke several records during the fifth annual Thanksgiving weekend fundraiser for the Roadracing World Action Fund November 28-29 at Auto Club Speedway, in Fontana, California.For a minimum $50 donation to the Roadracing World Action Fund, a 501(c)3 not-for-profit organization which advocates and promotes the use of soft barriers to help prevent rider injuries at racetr…

AMA Pro Flat Track Announces 19 Dates for 2010 Grand National Championship Schedule

DAYTONA BEACH, FL (November 23, 2009) - AMA Pro Racing announced today the 2010 AMA Pro Flat Track Grand National Championship schedule that features an increased number of races plus new and former events back on the schedule. The 2010 schedule features 19 dates in 13 markets across the country with a mixture of Short Track, TT, Half-Mile and Mile dirt tracks. Once again the AMA Pro Flat Track Grand National Championship will consist of three series; Expert Singles, E…

HARLEY-DAVIDSON, INC SELECTS INVESTMENT BANKING FIRM TO ASSIST IN SALE OF MV AGUSTA

BNP Paribas in Milan Will Help Harley-Davidson Move Sale Process Forward MILWAUKEE (November 19, 2009) - Harley-Davidson, Inc. (NYSE: HOG) has selected the investment banking firm, BNP Paribas in Milan, to assist Harley-Davidson in the sale of MV Agusta. Harley-Davidson is currently identifying potential buyers for the Italian-based motorcycle company. "MV Agusta is a highly desirable company for the right buyer," said Harley-Davidson Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer John …

ERIK BUELL ESTABLISHES ERIK BUELL RACING‏

New Venture Will Build Buell 1125R-based Racing Motorcycles and Supply PartsMilwaukee, Wis. (November 20, 2009) - Harley-Davidson, Inc. (NYSE:HOG) announced today that following the company’s recent decision to discontinue the Buell motorcycle product line, Erik Buell, Chairman and Chief Technical Officer of Buell Motorcycle Company, will leave the company to establish Erik Buell Racing, an independent motorcycle race shop. Erik Buell Racing will specialize in the supply of race-use-only B…

NEW BIKER’S FIRST AID KITS FROM HARLEY-DAVIDSON

First Aid Essentials in an Easy-To-Pack Nylon Case MILWAUKEE (October 30, 2009) – The new Biker's First Aid Kit (P/N 93512-10, $39.95) from Harley-Davidson Genuine Motor Accessories is designed for the HOG Road Captain or a serious long-distance rider. Contained in an 8-inch x 6-inch x 3-inch zippered nylon case, this kit includes: sun screen packets, burn cream packets, hand sanitizer packets, antibiotic packets, eyewash, gauze pads, plastic and flexi strips and bandages, gauze, …

KRAWIEC TAKES V-ROD TO VICTORY IN NHRA FINALS AT POMONA‏

Fifth Win of Season Leaves Krawiec Two Points Short of Repeating as ChampionPOMONA, Calif. (Nov. 15, 2009) – Screamin’ Eagle/Vance & Hines rider Eddie Krawiec rode a Harley-Davidson V-Rod to win his fifth NHRA Pro Stock Motorcycle event of the season at the Automobile Club of Southern California NHRA Finals at Auto Club Raceway. Krawiec defeated Horne Racing Buell rider Doug Horne in the final round of eliminations.Despite the win, Krawiec came up two points short of repeating as the P…

Galvestons Lone Star Rally Serves up Halloween Fun Biker-Style

Galveston, TX (November 12, 2009) - The world's largest biker Halloween promenade and rally spooked its way through the streets of Galveston, TX over Halloween weekend. The 8th Annual Lone Star Motorcycle Rally welcomed between 250,000 and 300,000 thousand motorcycle enthusiasts to Galveston Island for a weekend full of festivities including concerts, a Texas Hold'em Tournament for charity, Miss Lone Star Rally Pageant, hundreds of vendors, Jean Lafitte's motorcycle treasure hunt and the world's…

KRAWIEC READY TO BATTLE FOR A SECOND NHRA TITLE AT POMONA‏

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE> KRAWIEC READY TO BATTLE FOR A SECOND NHRA TITLE AT POMONA Hines Set Sights to Finish Season in Third-PlaceMILWAUKEE (Nov. 11, 2009) – Screamin’ Eagle/Vance & Hines rider Eddie Krawiec knows all about come-from-behind victories. Last season, Krawiec arrived at the Automobile Club of Southern California NHRA Finals in Pomona, Calif., 19 points out of first place in the Countdown to the Championship, yet managed to power his Harley-Davidson V-Rod motorc…

HARLEY-DAVIDSON ANNOUNCES PLANS FOR WOMEN RIDERS MONTH 2010

Milwaukee to Host Female Riders from Across the Country in MayMILWAUKEE (November 5, 2009) – Today Harley-Davidson announced plans to commemorate the 2nd Annual Women Riders Month in May 2010 by hosting women riders in its hometown of Milwaukee, Wis., on May 22 and 23, 2010. Women Riders Month is designed to celebrate the millions of women who have already grabbed life by the handlebars, as well as inspire more women to experience the freedom of the open road. During the two day event, th…

Motorcycle Safety Foundation Announces Ride On! Write On! Contest Winners

IRVINE, Calif., November 3, 2009 – More than 2,300 votes were cast in the Motorcycle Safety Foundation’s Ride on! Write on! contest, and the winners are: 1st Place, submitted by Denise Porterfield of Kernersville, N.C.: Save a marriage, let a professional teach you to ride. MSF saving marriages since 1973. 2nd Place, submitted by Peggy Strickler of Lake Zurich, Ill.: Your curves look better when trained. T…

2010 AMA Pro Superbike Championship Schedule Showcases Top North American Road Courses

DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (November 5, 2009) - AMA Pro Racing officials announced today the 2010 race schedule for the AMA Pro Superbike Championship that will see the series visit the foremost road courses in the United States. SPEED will once again serve as AMA Pro's broadcast partner. The 2010 Superbike schedule will feature the two premier classes competing in nine confirmed events in key markets across the country. Negotiations are ongoing for a 10th race. Those details will be released i…

News Team Roadracingworldcom Suzuki Second in 8 Hours At Daytona

Team Roadracingworld.com Suzuki extended a perfect record of top-two results in the 8-Hours At Daytona on Saturday at Daytona International Speedway, claiming a runner-up finish in the grueling contest.The team's record in American endurance racing since the formation of Team Hammer in 1980 is remarkable and the organization has won 132 endurance races and 13 National Endurance Championships since then.Attacking the Moto-GT season finale with a trio of proven AMA Pro race winners in Chris…

HINES TAKES HARLEY-DAVIDSON V-ROD TO VICTORY IN VEGAS‏

With One Race Left, Krawiec Still in Contention for ChampionshipLAS VEGAS, Nev. (Nov. 1, 2009) – Screamin’ Eagle/Vance & Hines rider Andrew Hines rode a Harley-Davidson V-Rod to his third NHRA Pro Stock Motorcycle event win of the season, and his 18th career win, at the Las Vegas NHRA Nationals at the Strip at Las Vegas Motor Speedway. Hines won in the final round of eliminations when Buell rider Hector Arana fouled at the starting line.Screamin’ Eagle/Vance & Hines rider Eddie Kr…

HARLEY-DAVIDSON SALUTES ACTIVE AND RETIRED US MILITARY PERSONNEL DURING FIRST-EVER “MILITARY APPRECIATION MONTH”

MILWAUKEE (November 2, 2009) –Eversince the first American troops rode Harley-Davidson motorcycles during the Mexican Expedition in 1916, the Motor Company has enjoyed a innate bond with the men and women who have served our nation. To honor the service of active and retired U.S. military personnel, Harley-Davidson has declared November “Military Appreciation Month.”The centerpiece of “Military Appreciation Month” is the opportunity for other Americans to salute active and retired militar…

Motorcycle Safety Foundation Statement Regarding Crash Causation Study

The MSF and the motorcycle industry would like to take this opportunity to address the recent decision by the FHWA (Federal Highway Administration) and OSU (Oklahoma State University) to conduct an ‘abbreviated’ Motorcycle Crash Causation Study. Transportation reauthorization legislation (SAFETEA-LU), passed in August 2005, mandated that the Crash Causation Study use the Organisation for Economic Co-Operation and Development (OECD) methodology, appointed OSU to conduct the research, and …

Congress to hold hearings on distracted driving

Contact your Senators and Representatives today!The U.S. Senate Committee on Commerce, Science & Transportation and the U.S. House of Representatives Subcommittee on Highways and Transit of the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure will hold separate hearings on combating distracted driving on October 28 and 29, respectively.The Chairman of the Senate hearing has called U.S. Department of Transportation Secretary Ray LaHood and Federal Communications Commission Chairman Julius…

MEES CROWNED GRAND NATIONAL TWINS CHAMPION AT POMONA

Coolbeth, Back From Injury, is Second in Race and Championship POMONA, Calif. (Sept. 24, 2009) - Blue Springs Harley-Davidson/Screamin' Eagle rider Jared Mees secured his first AMA Grand National Twins championship by placing fifth in the final race of the season on the 5/8-mile dirt oval at the Pomona Fairplex. K&K Motorcycle Supply rider Henry Wiles won the race on a Harley-Davidson XR-750.Winning the championship is a dream come true for me, said Mees. I want to thank Harley-Davids…

HARLEY-DAVIDSON ART OF REBELLION

NEW YORK ART SHOW FEATURING: ART CHANTRY, BRIAN EWING, DEREK HESS, DIRTY DONNY, FRANK KOZIK. HARPOON, JOHN VAN HAMERSVELD, LINDSEY KUHN, TARA MCPHERSON AND THE PIZZ. CELEBRATES SUCCESSFUL NEW YORK CITY LAUNCH. ART OF REBELLION--the art show which brings together 10 iconic rock poster artists including Art Chantry, Brian Ewing, Derek Hess, Dirty Donny, Frank Kozik, Harpoon, John Van Hamersveld, Lindsey Kuhn, Tara McPherson and The Pizz-- enjoyed a successful launch this past weekend in New Yor…

BILANSKY CAPS CHAMPIONSHIP SEASON ON DAYTONA PODIUM Buell Riders Win Seven CCS National Titles at Race of Champions

EAST TROY, Wis. (October 20, 2009) – Hal's H-D/Buell/Hal's Speed Shop rider Dan Bilansky, the 2009 Pro Thunderbike champion, rode a Buell XB12R to a third-place finish in the final round of the ASRA Michelin Pro Series at Daytona International Speedway. The Pro Thunderbike race was won by Nate Kern on a BMW.Bilansky clinched the 2009 ARSA Pro Thunderbike championship on September 20 at Virginia International Raceway. Bilansky also won the Pro Thunderbike title on a Buell in 2006.At Dayton…

BUELL OFFICIALS THANK CUSTOMERS, DEALERS AND EMPLOYEES FOR UNFORGETTABLE RIDE

EAST TROY, Wis. (Oct. 15, 2009) – Buell Motorcycle Company officials thanked the company’s customers, employees and dealers for an unforgettable ride, following today’s announcement by Harley-Davidson, Inc. that it will discontinue the Buell® product line as part of Harley-Davidson’s go-forward business strategy. The new long-term strategy aims to drive Company growth through a focus of efforts and resources on the Harley-Davidson® brand. “I want to personally thank all our past and…

HARLEY-DAVIDSON ANNOUNCES 3RD QUARTER RESULTS, UNVEILS LONG-TERM BUSINESS STRATEGY

Retail Harley-Davidson Motorcycle Sales Decline Moderates from 2nd Quarter Operating Loss at Finance Unit Impacts ProfitStrategy Focuses on Extending Harley-Davidson Brand, Emphasizes Productivity and Strengthening Core BusinessCompany to Discontinue Buell Product Line, Divest MV AgustaMILWAUKEE, October, 15, 2009 – Harley-Davidson, Inc. (NYSE:HOG) announced decreased revenue, net income and earnings per share for the third quarter of 2009 compared to the year-ago period, while reporting a mo…

AMA News & Notes - November 2009‏

AMA News & Notes is a monthly publication compiled and edited by the American Motorcyclist Association (AMA) Government Relations Department. Designed to inform motorcyclists of rights-related issues and events around the world, AMA News & Notes welcomes your input. Suggestions and contributions can be sent to AMA Legislative Assistant Sheila Andrews by e-mail at sandrews@ama-cycle.org.Protect your right to ride! Volunteering is easier than you think. Visit us at AmericanMotorcyclis…

Support the AMA Motorcycle Hall of Fame at the 5th Annual

Leather and Ice online auctionPICKERINGTON, Ohio --The American Motorcyclist Association (AMA) is pleased to announce that the 5th Annual Leather and Ice online auction, the proceeds of which support the AMA Motorcycle Hall of Fame Museum, will go live on Oct. 18.The auction will include memorabilia autographed by noted AMA Hall of Famers, such as Bill Werner and Arlen Ness, as well as one-of-a-kind works of art. In all, there are more than 150 memorable gifts and something for every budget. Hos…

Dates announced for 2010 AMA Vintage Motorcycle Days

July 9-11 at Mid-Ohio Sports Car CoursePICKERINGTON, Ohio --The American Motorcyclist Association (AMA) is pleased to announce the 2010 dates of the country's premier annual celebration of motorcycling heritage. AMA Vintage Motorcycle Days will take place next year on July 9-11, 2010, at the world-class Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course in Lexington, Ohio.Tickets will go on sale Nov. 30. Please visit MidOhio.com or call (800) MID-OHIO for more information or to order tickets.The 19th Annual AMA Vintag…

REVISED: KRAWIEC HOLDS SECOND IN POINTS WITH FINALS RUN IN MEMPHIS

Defending NHRA Champion Trails by 28 Points with Two Events Left in CountdownMEMPHIS, Tenn. (Oct. 5, 2009) – Screamin’ Eagle/Vance & Hines rider Eddie Krawiec retained second place in the NHRA Pro Stock Motorcycle Countdown to the Championship, advancing to the final round of eliminations at the NHRA Mid-South Nationals at Memphis Motorsports Park. Krawiec, making his 10th final-round appearance of the season aboard a Harley-Davidson V-Rod, lost to Michael Phillips on the MPR & DA…

The Legendary Buffalo Chip Begins Preparations for Rally Week 2010: ZZ Top Joins the Party

Sturgis, S.D. (September 25, 2009) After providing rally-goers a world-renowned array of musical acts and Michael Lichter’s unparalleled motorcycles as art exhibit during Rally Week 2009, the Legendary Buffalo Chip is already kicking it into overdrive to prepare for next year’s rally. Locked, loaded and ready to grace the Chip’s infamous main amphitheatre stage is rock and roll luminary, ZZ Top. That little ol’ band from Texas is sure to deliver the familiar and intricate riffs that …

R Martin Limited Announces New Highly Efficient Electric Bikes

AUSTIN, Texas, Sept. 29, 2009 -- Imagine leaving your car parked and easily gliding to school, your local store, or restaurant without actually using any gas and returning for less than a penny in transportation cost. R Martin Limited offers a line of electric bikes that are alternative, plug-in, electric transportation that charge by plugging into any common wall outlet. Electric bikes effectively double the useful travel range of the average bicycle rider. People that want to bike to work o…

Team Klock Werks Makes 2009 Another Record

Setting Year at the Bonneville Salt FlatsMITCHELL, S.D.— Team Klock Werks set out for their annual trip to the Bonneville Salt Flats for the Bub Motorcycle Speed Trials Event August 30-September 3, and came home with some new records, new personal bests, hundreds of pictures, and new stories to tell. Racing at the salt flats has become an incredibly special event for this team - that headed to the salt for the first time in 2006 with their Biker Build Off winning “World’s Fastest Ba…

World’s Fastest Bagger Battle at Bub

MITCHELL, S.D.— While their original "WFB" (World’s Fastest Bagger) sat on display in Mitchell, South Dakota, Team Klock Werks set out on their annual pilgrimage to the salt. This year was to be a lesson in education and humble attitudes. The team had decided this past winter to sponsor the World’s Fastest Bagger Traveling Cup Award. The idea was to award the trophy at the Bub Motorcycle Speed Trials Event held August 30-Spetember 3, 2009, to invite others to compete and to sh…

Biketoberfest concert featuring The Charlie Daniels Band

DAYTONA BEACH, FL – Music Industry Legend Charlie Daniels will be the headliner at a special “Jam for America” outdoor music festival on Saturday, October 17th 2009 during Daytona Biketoberfest. Also performing will be RCA Recording Artist Chuck Wicks, with his Top 5 hit “Stealing Cinderella”. Just announced as an addition to the show is National Recording artist, The Lost Trailers, with their hit “Holler Back”! This event will bring together thousands of music fans, patriotic party patrons an…

Rispoli Wrapping Up Second Place in Pro Singles

Hi everyone; What a crazy weekend it was at Springfield. I arrived at the Springfield short track and mile after capturing a AMA National Land Speed record a the Bonneville Salt Flats. My dad and I flew into St. Louis from Utah where we were picked up and made our way to the track about an hour and a half away. When I arrived I immediately went to the track to see the amateur race so I could see the layout of the track and the conditions of the dirt. Things looked in order and I was gett…

BILANSKY RIDES BUELL TO PRO THUNDERBIKE TITLE AT VIR

Richardson is Second in Pro Thunderbike and Wins Four CCS SprintsALTON, Va. (September 21, 2009) – Hal's H-D/Buell/Hal's Speed Shop rider Dan Bilansky clinched the 2009 Pro Thunderbike championship in the ASRA Michelin Pro Series, riding a Buell XB12R to a third-place finish at Virginia International Raceway. The race was won by the defending Pro Thunderbike champion, BMW rider Nate Kern. Ray Price Harley-Davidson/Buell rider Jordon Richardson was second on another Buell XB12R.Bilans…

KRAWIEC TAKES SCREAMIN’ EAGLE V-ROD TO FINALS IN DALLAS

Krawiec Sets Track ET Record to Lead Qualifying; Hines Advances to Semi-FinalsENNIS, Texas (Sept. 27, 2009) – Screamin’ Eagle/Vance & Hines rider Eddie Krawiec was the number-one qualifier and advanced to the final round of Pro Stock Motorcycle eliminations aboard a Harley-Davidson V-Rod at the O’Reilly NHRA Fall Nationals at the Texas Motorplex. Krawiec lost in the finals to Hector Arana, who rides a Buell. Krawiec is now in second place and 27 points behind Arana in the Countdown to …

Lucky Winner Receives Sucker Punch Sallys Custom Motorcycle in CAO Cigar La Traviata Debut Giveaway

Scottsdale, ARIZ (September 17, 2009) The CAO La Traviata custom bike, fashioned by renowned bike builder, Sucker Punch Sally's in conjunction with CAO Cigars, was awarded to one lucky cigar distributor at the International Premium Cigar and Pipe Retailers' Association Convention and International Trade Show held August 8-12 in New Orleans, LA.CAO Cigars, one of the foremost premium cigar companies in the world partnered with old-school custom bike builder, Sucker Punch Sally's to create and giv…

Sucker Punch Sallys Teams with Fender Guitars To Create Hot Rod Toyota Tundra to be Unveiled at SEMA

SCOTTSDALE-ARIZ.(September 22, 2009) Sucker Punch Sally's, the predominant masters of Old School, are teaming up with Toyota Racing and Fender Guitars to reincarnate a 2009 Toyota Tundra into a 1950's-style hot rod for SEMA. Complete with a custom wooden flatbed with surfboard rack, the refurbished machine will transport observers to an era of authentic hot rods, the original Toyota Corona, Ford Skyliners and surfer-esque wood-paneled wagons.The Toyota Tundra was stripped bald at the Sucker Pun…

Seminole Hard Rock Roadhouse Announces Events for Biketoberfest 2009

DAYTONA BEACH, FLA. --September 23, 2009--The Seminole Hard Rock Roadhouse will return to the Doghouse Bar and Grill on Main Street in Daytona. The Seminole Hard Rock Roadhouse is also going to be a part of the brand new Irongate Biker Bar located right next to the Doghouse, be sure to stop by and see the newest addition to Main Street Daytona. In keeping with The Doghouses' reputation as "the place to party in Daytona," this year's Seminole Hard Rock Roadhouse line-up will feature some of the i…

KRAWIEC TAKES V-ROD TO SEMI-FINALS AT CAROLINA NATIONALS

Krawiec and Hines are 2-3 in Points After First Round of Championship Countdown CONCORD, N.C. (Sept. 20, 2009) - Screamin’ Eagle/Vance & Hines rider Eddie Krawiec rode a Harley-Davidson V-Rod to the semi-final round of Pro Stock Motorcycle eliminations at the NHRA Carolina Nationals at zMax Dragway. Krawiec lost that round to top qualifier Hector Arana, who won the event by defeating Gieco Suzuki rider Karen Stoffer in the finals. The loss to Arana dropped Krawiec, the defending NHRA…

AMA Pro Announces Plans for 2010 Road Racing Season

MILLVILLE, N.J. (September 5, 2009) - AMA Pro Racing today announced modifications that will begin with the 2010 AMA Pro Road Racing season. Though the basic rules for the AMA Pro National Guard American Superbike presented by Parts Unlimited, Daytona SportBike presented by AMSOIL and SuperSport presented by Shoei will remain unchanged, procedures will be modified to increase rider safety. In addition, AMA Pro will expand the SunTrust Moto-GT class structure and form advisory committees t…

Hayes, Herrin and Yamaha Repeat in Season-Ending AMA Pro Superbike Championships

Hayes and Herrin Title Runner-Ups; Eslick, GEICO/RMR Daytona SportBike Champs MILLVILLE, N.J. (September 6, 2009) - Josh Hayes (No. 4 Yamaha Motor Corp. USA Yamaha R1), Josh Herrin (No. 8 Team Graves Yamaha YZF-R6) and Yamaha doubled up to close out the 2009 AMA Pro Road Racing season with a pair of repeat race wins Sunday in the AMA Pro Superbike Championships on Thunderbolt Raceway at New Jersey Motorsports Park (NJMP).Hayes won his fourth straight and seventh overall AMA Pro America…

MEES GRABS POINTS LEAD WITH SECOND PLACE AT SPRINGFIELD

Injury Forces Coolbeth to Miss Grand National Twins RaceSPRINGFIELD, Mo. (Sept. 5, 2009) – Blue Springs Harley-Davidson/Screamin' Eagle rider Jared Mees took over the lead in the AMA Grand National Twins championship standings with a second-place finish on the Springfield Mile at the Illinois State Fairgrounds. The race, which was delayed to facilitate track grooming after heavy rains on Saturday and early Sunday, was won by SuperTrapp/F&S rider Jake Johnson on a Harley-Davidson XR-75…

Wiles Takes AMA Pro GNC Expert Singles Championship with Win in Springfield

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (September 8, 2009) - It took two days, but the AMA Pro Grand National Singles Championship concluded on Labor Day with a thrilling 25 lap dogfight. Yeoman work by the Illinois Motorcycle Dealers Association, Illinois State Fairgrounds equipment operators and AMA Pro Racing staff got the saturated bull ring short track ready after rain forced the race, which was originally scheduled to be run on Saturday, to be postponed. Entering the last race, only Kawasa…

KRAWIEC AND HINES ARE TOP SEEDS FOR NHRA COUNTDOWNâ€

Hines Rides Harley V-Rod to Win $25,000 Bonus in Ringers Battle at U.S. NationalsINDIANAPOLIS, Ind. (Sept. 7, 2009) â€“ Screaminâ€™ Eagle/Vance & Hines riders Eddie Krawiec and Andrew Hines will open the 2009 NHRA Full Throttle Countdown to the Championship playoffs seeded first and second in the Pro Stock Motorcycle category, as the field of 10 qualified riders was set during the Mac Tools U.S. Nationals at Oâ€™Reilly Raceway Park.In the first 12 events of the 2009 NRHA Full Throttle …

American Honda Announces Four More 2010 Models

09/04/2009 - Torrance, CA - American Honda Motor Company's Powersports Division announced today its third release of 2010 models. This on-road motorcycle release follows the earlier announcements of Honda's 2010 Fury, scooters, dirt bikes and ATVs. "We are very excited about announcing these four street bikes for 2010," said Powersports Press Manager Bill Savino. "Within this mix we have a new cruiser, a new lightweight touring bike and two CBRÂ® sport bikes. The cruiser offer…

KNAPP DOUBLES UP AMA SUPERPOLES

Eslick Qualifies 14th in Daytona SportBikeMillville, NJ (Sept. 4, 2009) Latus Motors Racing's Taylor Knapp became just the second rider in AMA Pro Racing competition this season to qualify for Superpole in both the American Superbike and Daytona SportBike classes at the same event Friday at New Jersey Motorsports Park.Riding the new 1125RR in the American Superbike qualifying session, Knapp set a 1:22.866 lap time to qualify ninth for Saturday and Sunday's double-header races. Less than a…

New Jersey Motorsports Park Hosts AMA Pro Road Racing 2009 Season Finales This Weekend

Labor Day Weekend Closer For AMA Pro American Superbike, Daytona SportBike and SuperSport MILLVILLE, N.J. (September 2, 2009) - The biggest motorcycle road racing event to date at New Jersey Motorsports Park (NJMP) will take place this Labor Day Weekend, September 4 - 6, when the 2009 season finales for AMA Pro National Guard American Superbike presented by Parts Unlimited, AMA Pro Daytona SportBike presented by AMSOIL and AMA Pro SuperSport presented by Shoei are run on NJMP's Thunder…

KILLER CREEK HARLEY-DAVIDSON TO HOST THE GEORGIA MARCH ON WASHINGTON RENDEZVOUS RALLY

Roswell, Georgia— Killer Creek Harley-Davidson will host the Georgia March on Washington Rendezvous Rally on Thursday, September 10th at 10:00 a.m. Killer Creek Harley-Davidson, working closely with the City of Roswell, has partnered with The Georgia Tea Party Patriots and Freedom Works to host an event for Georgians and riders en route to the 9/12 March on Washington, D.C. Motorcycle parking will be available on the Killer Creek lot and access road adjacent. Car parking will …

Big Dog Motorcycles Accelerates International Distribution With Focus On Europe

Company has named Belgium-based Legend Motorcycle Group its European Distributor and anticipates ten dealers in place by spring 2010WICHITA, KS (September 1, 2009) – Just three months after Big Dog Motorcycles® launched its bikes in Canada, the company is pleased to announce its initial shipment of motorcycles has been shipped to Belgium. After fifteen years of success in the United States, the country’s leading manufacturer of high style, high performance motorcycles has made internationa…

Upcoming AMA Pro Flat Track Springfield Mile Event Weekend Full of Racing Action

DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (August 31, 2009) - Springfield is considered by many to be the Mecca of the American motorcycle sport of dirt track racing. It is one of the most historic and prolific venues on the AMA Pro Flat Track Grand National Championship schedule, with history dating back to 1937 when the first AMA Class C National Championship was held on The Springfield Mile. Until the 1954 running of the event, riders that won "The Mile" were rewarded with the most coveted prize in flat tra…

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 REVS UP FOR ROUNDUP

The Motor Company Celebrates the 32nd Annual National Bikers Roundup MILWAUKEE (July 31, 2009) – Thousands of motorcyclists will rumble into the Atlanta Motor Speedway from August 4 – 9 for what is known as one of the largest motorcycle camping rallies in the country. Nearly 15,000 African American motorcyclists will make their way to the 32nd Annual National Bikers Roundup to reconnect and commune with fellow motorcyclists for six days of musical entertainment, drag racing, and mo…

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…

Titles on the Line as AMA Pro Road Racing Returns to Heartland Park Topeka

TOPEKA, Kan. - At least one 2009 championship will be decided and several other season titles could be on the line at this weekend's Tornado Nationals presented by BriggsAuto.com, which marks the return of top-level AMA Pro Road Racing to Heartland Park Topeka for the first time since 1991. The full weekend of action is also the final event on the 2009 calendar to feature every AMA Pro Road Racing championship and an impressive entry of nearly 130 motorcycles is headed to the 2.5-mil…

Czaia and Gallaghers Hopes to Close the Gap at Heartland Park Topeka

BRADENTON, Fla. - Looking to move back up to the front of the field, Czaia & Gallagher's TeamHurtByAccident.com are ready for Round 5 of the AMA Pro Racing SunTrust MOTO-GT Series at Heartland Park Topeka, July 31-August 1."We had problems at the last two rounds," says team owner C.J. Czaia. "Hopefully this time out will break our string of bad luck. In short, we are hoping that the third time is the charm."With five races complete, there have been five different winners so far this season a…

Crozier Motorsports Joins Forces with R&B Motorsports

Crozier Motorsports is pleased to announce that they have joined forces with R & B Motorsports to contest the AMA Pro SunTrust MOTO-GT Series for the remainder of the 2009 season."I am really excited to be teaming up with R & B Motorsports," says Crozier who pilots the No. 14 Triumph Daytona 675 this season, with sponsorship from Augusta Triumph Ducati. "I have been competing in MOTO-GT since its inception and I think this new partnership will give us an excellent chance of winning the c…

RICHARDSON RUNNER-UP IN NEW JERSEY PRO THUNDERBIKE RACE

Bilansky Maintains Lead in ASRA Season Points BattleEast Troy, WI (July 28, 2009) - Ray Price Harley-Davidson/Buell rider Jordon Richardson rode a Buell XB12R to a second-place finish in the Pro Thunderbike National at the ASRA Michelin Pro Series event at New Jersey Motorsports Park. The race was won by Nate Kern on a BMW.The result was a career-best finish in ASRA Pro Thunderbike for the 23-year-old Richardson, who is from Fuquay Varina, N.C., and is in his first full season of motorcycle…

HINES BEATS KRAWIEC IN AN ALL-HARLEY NHRA FINAL AT SONOMA

Both Screamin' Eagle®/Vance & Hines Riders Lock Up Countdown Playoff SlotsSONOMA, Calif. (July 26, 2009) Screamin' Eagle®/Vance & Hines rider Andrew Hines defeated his teammate, Screamin' Eagle/Vance & Hines rider Eddie Krawiec, to win the final round of Pro Stock Motorcycle eliminations at the Fram Autolite NHRA® Nationals at Infineon Speedway. It was the third consecutive all-Harley® V-Rod® final round of the 2009 NHRA season, the second win of the season for Hines and the 17t…

BUELL CONTINUES TO PUSH SPORTBIKE RIDING LIMITS

Trilogy of Technology Delivers Powerfully for Street, Sport and Adventure RidersEAST TROY, Wis. (July 25, 2009) - The Buell® riding experience embodies radical designs and intuitive performance that rewards uncompromising riders. From the race track to the back road, a Buell motorcycle will take any path necessary to put its rider out front because Buell believes a deep bond between rider and machine is the essence of motorcycling.Buell takes on the world with a versatile line-up of 2010 mo…

HARLEY-DAVIDSON CVO CREATES FOUR EXCITING MODELS FOR 2010

New CVO Street Glide and CVO Softail Convertible Debut Exclusive FeaturesMILWAUKEE- Harley-Davidson Custom Vehicle Operations (CVO) will create four extraordinary motorcycle models for 2010, each an uninhibited expression of American motorcycle performance and style. Now in its 11th year, the mission of the CVO program is to design and build limited-production, factory-custom motorcycles for customers who appreciate brilliant chrome, exquisite paint, thundering power and the exclusivity of ownin…

HARLEY-DAVIDSON ROLLS OUT NINE NEW MODELS FOR 2010

More Performance, Features and Value Across Six Motorcycle PlatformsMILWAUKEE (July 25, 2009) - Harley-Davidson roars into 2010 with nine new motorcycle models, the most expansive new-product introduction in the history of the Motor Company. Across six model platforms, Harley-Davidson achieves a fusion of tradition and technology in a motorcycle product line that offers more power, luxury, and style, and more value."This ambitious new motorcycle launch reaches to our riders with the incredi…

AMA Pro Road Racing Awards Banquet Labor Day Monday Evening at Tropicana Atlantic City

DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. - Following a save-the-date notice earlier this month that the 2009 AMA Pro Road Racing Awards Banquet would be held in Atlantic City, N.J., AMA Pro Road Racing Officials announced today that the Tropicana Casino and Resort will be the host venue for the season-ending awards celebration on Labor Day Monday evening, Sept. 7. The black-tie optional banquet in the famous seaside resort city will honor this year's champions and top performers in AMA Pro National Guard…

Honda Performance Development Inc Launches Grassroots Motorsports Initiative

07/24/2009 -ELKHART LAKE, Wis. - Honda Performance Development, Inc. (HPD), the authorized Honda and Acura auto racing company in North America, today announced a new automotive initiative targeted at expanding its presence in the grassroots motorsports market.The broad-based initiative will include the development of products and services that support competition in the amateur and entry-level professional ranks, and will also include integrated marketing activities des…

HARLEY-DAVIDSON ANNOUNCES WOMENS ACTIVITIES AT STURGIS MOTORCYCLE RALLY

Third Annual Harley-Davidson Womens Day Set for August 2MILWAUKEE (July 23, 2009) - In an ongoing effort to celebrate women riders - and those who dream of riding - Harley-Davidson will host its third annual Women's Day on Sunday, August 2, 2009, during the 69th Annual Sturgis Motorcycle Rally. The Motor Company will also offer a variety of activities for women throughout the rally between August 1-7, 2009, at Rushmore Plaza Civic Center in Rapid City, including an interactive women's area featu…

Heartland Park Topeka Track Revisions Complete in Advance of AMA Pro Road Racings Return

LEXINGTON, Ohio - A full schedule of AMA Pro Road Racing events will be held during Heartland Park Topeka's Tornado Nationals presented by BriggsAuto.com on a track that has been put through a full slate of modifications and safety improvements, including an important change planned for 2010 that has been made now. Through the ongoing efforts and cooperation of Heartland Park Topeka officials, the AMA Pro Rider Safety Committee and AMA Pro Road Racing, the 2.5-mile Kansas road course is a full-y…

The Horse Backstreet Choppers Announces Third Sturgis Bike Show‏

The Horse Backstreet Choppers Announces Third Sturgis Bike ShowSTURGIS, S.D. June 30, 2009-- After the success of last year's show, The Horse Backstreet Choppers will bring its third annual The Horse Backstreet Choppers Bike Show to a new venue this year, The Full Throttle Saloon, during Sturgis Bike Week 2009. This FREE show will be held Monday, August 3rd, 2009 and will feature guest judges, door prizes and giveaways, a burnout pit, live music and beautiful women. No registration fee or …

ESLICK SWEEPS AMA PRO MID-OHIO DAYTONA SPORTBIKE RACES

Knapp Nabs Top 10 Finish in American SuperbikeEast Troy, Wis. (July 20, 2009) Bruce Rossmeyer's Daytona Racing/RMR/GEICO Powersports rider Danny Eslick swept both races of the AMA Pro Racing Daytona SportBike double-header weekend at Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course in Lexington, Ohio, clinching victory in Sunday's second race with a dramatic last-lap pass on rival Jamie Hacking. With the double wins, Eslick closed the gap on championship points leader Martin Cardenas to 10 points with six rounds rema…

ESLICK NOTCHES FOURTH DAYTONA SPORTBIKE WIN

Takes Over Second Spot in Championship StandingsEast Troy, Wis. (July 18, 2009) Bruce Rossmeyer's Daytona Racing/RMR/GEICO Powersports rider Danny Eslick converted his first career pole position into his fourth season win in the AMA Pro Racing Daytona SportBike class in Saturday's first race of the double-header weekend at Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course in Lexington, OH.Eslick jumped to the head of the field from the start and nearly led the race wire-to-wire aboard his Buell 1125R, but briefly surr…

ESLICK SCORES FIRST CAREER POLE IN DAYTONA SPORTBIKE AT MID-OHIO

Knapp Debuts 1125RR 12th in American SuperbikeEast Troy, Wis. (July 18, 2009) Regaining his early season form, Bruce Rossmeyer's Daytona Racing/RMR/GEICO Powersports rider Danny Eslick took his first career pole position for the start of Saturday's AMA Pro Racing Daytona SportBike double-header race at Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course in Lexington, OH.Eslick was leading the class with a 1:28.508 lap time as the clock wound down to the final two minutes of Saturday's final qualifying, which was used to…

Day Wins His First SuperSport Race at Mid-Ohio

LEXINGTON, Ohio (July 19, 2009) - Josh Day marched away from the field on his No. 4 Team E.S.P. Yamaha YZF-R6 to claim his first career AMA Pro SuperSport presented by Shoei victory Sunday at Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course. Day started from second position and led all but the first of the contest's 17 laps, passing Ricky Parker's No. 96 Graves Yamaha YZF-R6 on the second lap and leading the rookie to the stripe by 8.895 seconds at the end of the race.The battle for the final two podium spots were mo…

Eslick Wins Barn Burner in Day Two at Mid-Ohio

LEXINGTON, Ohio (July 19, 2009) - Danny Eslick's No. 9 GEICO Powersports RMR Buell 1125R came out victorious in a battle that went down to the wire with the eventual second-place No. 88 Monster Energy Attack Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R of Jamie Hacking in the second of two AMA Pro Daytona SportBike presented by AMSOIL races at Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course. Six official lead changes came between the riders that claimed the top two spots over the course of the 21-lap sprint race that opened Sunday's …

Hayes Wins Second American Superbike Race

LEXINGTON, Ohio (July 18, 2009) - Josh Hayes claimed the second AMA Pro National Guard American Superbike presented by Parts Unlimited win of his career at Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course in the first race of a doubleheader at the Honda Super Cycle Weekend presented by Dunlop Tires. Hayes started from pole position on his No. 4 Yamaha Motor Corp. USA Yamaha R1 and lost the lead only once during the 21-lap sprint race on the 2.4-mile track, falling behind the No. 79 Rockstar/Makita Yoshimura Suzu…

AMA Vintage Motorcycle Days to feature classic bikes, new bikes, electric bikes and North Americas largest motorcycle swap meet

PICKERINGTON, Ohio -- The American Motorcyclist Association (AMA) reports that AMA Vintage Motorcycle Days, the country's biggest celebration of motorcycling's history, will provide one of this summer's best opportunities to get a first-hand look at historically significant motorcycles from the sport's past, present and future. By all accounts, this AMA Vintage Motorcycle Days is poised to be one of the best ever, with thousands of motorcycle enthusiasts descending on the Mid-…

Brad ‘TheWrench’ Ruel Passes Away at age 43

The Motorcycle Industry Loses One of its Shining Stars.Today is a sad day in the lives of the people around Brad Ruel. If you know the custom motorcycling industry, then the name is more than familiar. Brad Ruel was also known as ‘The Wrench’ and was a master at crafting beautiful custom bikes. Not that long ago Brad was a star competitor in the Metric Revolution TV show, from which he received a great deal of affection from the industry and enthusiasts around the country.In 2000 Brad beg…

The Federal Companies sponsor Federal-Allied Used Bike Corral at AMA Vintage Motorcycle Days

PICKERINGTON, Ohio -- If you're looking to buy or sell a used motorcycle, there's no better place to be than American Motorcyclist Association (AMA) Vintage Motorcycle Days this July 24-26 at the Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course in Lexington, Ohio, where the first Federal/Allied Used Bike Corral will offer a unique gathering spot for bike buyers and sellers all weekend. The Federal/Allied Used Bike Corral is a centralized location where attendees can park and market their currently owned…

BUELL INTRODUCES 1125RR RACING MOTORCYCLE

Race-Use Only Model Aimed at AMA American Superbike ClassEAST TROY, Wis. - Buell Motorcycle Company today introduced the 1125RR, a race-use only motorcycle intended for competition in the AMA Pro Racing American Superbike class."The 1125RR is designed to give privateer racers a turn-key machine to compete in the American Superbike class in AMA Pro Racing. We want to build on our program that has proven so successful for privateers in the Daytona SportBike class," said Erik Buell, Chairman and Ch…

Moving two-wheeled timeline to commemorate AMA 85th anniversary at AMA Vintage Motorcycle Days, July 24-26

PICKERINGTON, Ohio -- The American Motorcyclist Association (AMA) will celebrate 85 years of protecting and promoting motorcycling this July 24-26 during AMA Vintage Motorcycle Days at the Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course, and one must-see event will be the AMA 85th Parade on Saturday, July 25. The moving timeline of motorcycle history will showcase bikes from 1924 to today.Led by Grand Marshal Don Emde, the vintage bike column will lead off with a 1924 Harley-Davidson J…

Harley-Davidson Newsline July 15, 2009

Museum PiecesThe Harley-Davidson Museum will host its inaugural Custom Bike Show on Sunday, September 6, 9AM – 6PM, on the Museum grounds. Registration is $10, in the form of a donation to MDA. The event will include live music and the Harley-Davidson New Product Trailer, and will also be a stop on the Milwaukee Rally poker run. While you’re there, visit one of the Museum’s fine restaurants and the new H.O.G. exhibit inside the Museum (admission fee required for Museum entry). For complet…

NEW HARLEY-DAVIDSON MOTORCYCLES AND MORE AT 2009 STURGIS RALLY

2010 Motorcycle Demo Rides, Ride In Show, Women’s Activities and Racing in Rapid CityMILWAUKEE (July 15, 2009) – Motorcycle riders and enthusiasts from around the world will have the chance to ride the new 2010 Harley-Davidson motorcycles at the 69th Annual Sturgis Motorcycle Rally, August 1-7, 2009. While Rapid City, S.D., will be the center of Harley-Davidson activities, riders and enthusiasts will enjoy the historic attractions and scenic riding in the legendary Black Hills region.The Harley-…

The Buffalo Chip presents the Industry Original, Michael Lichters 9th Annual Motorcycles as Art Exhibition

Sturgis, SD (July 15, 2009) You'll want to be sure and catch Michael Lichter's 9th annual Motorcycles as Art Exhibition during this year's Sturgis Rally at the Legendary Buffalo Chip. The exhibit titled "Rebel Rousers- Motorcycle Icons that Inspired Us to Ride" is a must-see attraction at this year's festivities. The exhibition will be open to the public Saturday, August 1st through Friday, August 7th, and admission is free."From studio to riding shots of our lifestyle, he is a true motorcycle f…

BILANSKY RIDES BUELL TO PRO THUNDERBIKE WIN AT TOPEKA

Sipp and Spalding Fill an All-Buell Podium; Bilansky Retakes Season Points LeadTOPEKA, Kan. - Hal's H-D/Buell/Hal's Speed Shop rider Dan Bilansky executed a last-turn pass of Bison Racing/Buell rider Walt Sipp to win the Pro Thunderbike race at the ASRA Michelin Pro Series event at Heartland Park. The win and a third-place finish by Hal's Harley-Davidson/Buell/Hal's Speed Shop rider Joel Spalding moved Bilansky back into the series lead, eight points ahead of Spalding.Bilansky set a new Thunderb…

Wire Plus Provides Wiring & Digital Speedo for Model 1 Giveaway Bobber

Darwin Motorcycles, manufacturer of Brass Balls Bobbers & Choppers, announced today that Wire-Plus Powersports Electronics is supporting the IronWorks Magazine / Brass Balls / Bikernet Giveaway Bobber. IronWorks Magazine and Bikernet.com are showcasing the build and reporting on the style of bikes that their readers enjoy and like to ride. Retro bobbers like the ones that roll out of Darwin Motorcycles are light weight, fast and provide serious fun. So check out the build and enter to win th…

KRAWIEC BEATS HINES AT DENVER FOR THIRD WIN OF SEASON

Screamin' Eagle Teammates Lead NHRA Pro Stock Motorcycle Points ChaseMORRISON, Colo. (July 12, 2009) - Screamin' Eagle®/Vance & Hines rider Eddie Krawiec won his third NHRA® Pro Stock Motorcycle event of the season, defeating his Screamin' Eagle/Vance & Hines teammate, Andrew Hines, in an all-Harley-Davidson® final at the Mopar Mile-High Nationals at Bandimere Speedway. It was the second-consecutive NHRA event to feature both Screamin' Eagle V-Rods® in the final round of eliminations - H…

Hot Leathers Adds New Destinations to Fall 2009 Rally Schedule

MANCHESTER, CONN.--Hot Leathers, the industry leader in motorcycle apparel and accessories, today announced two new stops on its fall 2009 rally schedule. In addition to its 11 previously scheduled events, Hot Leathers had added the Thunder Beach Fall Rally and the Lone Star Rally to its line-up.After kicking off its rally season in January at the Springfield Motorcycle Show in West Springfield, Mass., Hot Leathers has continued to travel to various rallies and event across the country offering …

KRAWIEC BEATS HINES AT DENVER FOR THIRD WIN OF SEASON

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEScreamin’ Eagle Teammates Lead NHRA Pro Stock Motorcycle Points ChaseMORRISON, Colo. (July 12, 2009) – Screamin’ Eagle/Vance & Hines rider Eddie Krawiec won his third NHRA Pro Stock Motorcycle event of the season, defeating his Screamin’ Eagle/Vance & Hines teammate, Andrew Hines, in an all-Harley-Davidson final at the Mopar Mile-High Nationals at Bandimere Speedway. It was the second-consecutive NHRA event to feature both Screamin’ Eagle V-Rods in the final ro…

Motorcycling history, personalities will take center stage at AMA Vintage Motorcycle Days

AMA Vintage Motorcycle Days, July 24-26 at the Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course in Lexington, Ohio, offers a destination this summer where fans of motorcycling can get up close and personal with the people who have shaped the sport and industry into one of America's favorite pastimes."For those who can't get enough of motorcycles, motorcyclists and the motorcycle lifestyle, the seminar program at AMA Vintage Motorcycle Days can't be missed," said AMA Special Events Manager Tigra Tsujikawa. "Whether yo…

American Honda Announces More 2010 Models

-Torrance, CA - American Honda Motor Company's Powersports Division announced today its summer release of 2010 motorcycle, ATV and MUV products. This announcement follows the earlier release of Honda's 2010 Fury, and the SH150i and Elite® scooters. "Today we're releasing 2010 Honda off-road motorcycles, ATVs, Big Red Side-by-Side, and the legendary Gold Wing," said Powersports Press Manager Bill Savino. "Leading the list of big changes is the all-new CRF250R featuring a whole new engine …

Rispoli: Living the Dream; Red Bull US Grand Prix Laguna Seca

The words "living the dream" never meant so much to me as they did this past weekend at the Red Bull U.S. Grand Prix, Laguna Seca AMA Pro round. I know every expert club rider and the majority of pros would drop almost anything to hop a ride on one of the most successful AMA pro road race teams in the business. The names Roadracingworld.com, M4 Suzuki and Ulrich are synonymous with bringing forward stars like Schwantz, Hopkins, Spies,…

New Jersey Motorsports Park Opens AMA Pro Test Days To Public, Includes July 21 Bike Night

MILLVILLE, N.J. (July 10, 2009) - AMA Pro Road Racing makes its New Jersey Motorsports Park debut over Labor Day weekend, and is already one of the most anticipated events in the South Jersey facility's short history. Motorsports fans can get a free sneak peek of the fastest two-wheelers in North America when New Jersey Motorsports Park hosts the stars and bikes of AMA Pro for two days of testing, July 21-22. Following the testing on Tuesday, July 21, New Jersey Motorsports Park will host…

Martin Cardenas Tops Daytona SportBike Qualifying at Red Bull US Grand Prix

MONTEREY, Calif. - While Martin Cardenas has set the 2009 AMA Pro Daytona SportBike presented by AMSOIL championship on its ear to the tune of six victories and a 51-point lead in the point standings, it took until today for the Colombian to score his first career pole position.Riding the No. 36 Team M4 Suzuki GSX-R600, Cardenas posted a best lap at 1:27.585 (91.988 mph) around Mazda Raceway Laguna Seca to take the top starting spot for Sunday's race at the Red Bull U.S. Grand Prix. Carde…

Legendary Buffalo Chip to Give Away Sucker Punch Sallys Custom Bike at 2009 Sturgis Rally

STURGIS--July 8, 2009--One lucky winner will take home more than just fond memories from this year's Sturgis Rally. The Legendary Buffalo Chip, in conjunction with American Cycle and American Bagger magazines, will be giving away a custom Sucker Punch Sally's old-school motorcycle built especially for 2009 rally goers. In addition to offering bikers first-class camping accommodations and an impressive entertainment line-up, the Legendary Buffalo Chip is adding yet another rally event to s…

4FR Toyota Trucks/GreenerAcresorg Helmet Safety Program

CULVER, Ind. - The 4FR Toyota Trucks/GreenerAcres.org team made a special visit to Culver Elementary School recently to express the importance of safety gear for the coming summer activities. Students were shown the safety gear worn by motorcycle racers and how helmets and pads can make their summer more enjoyable by preventing injury.The environment was another focal point showing that we do not have to give up our activities, just try to make the environmentally friendly choice when the…

HARLEY-DAVIDSON STANDS BEHIND MOTORCYCLE VALUE

MILWAUKEE - Harley-Davidson has announced a special guarantee on the value of its Sportster motorcycles by backing their trade-in on Big Twin and V-Rod® motorcycles for up to one year.Harley-Davidson® riders who buy a new Sportster® 883 or 1200 motorcycle at a participating dealership between July 1, 2009 and August 31, 2009, will get the original MSRP value (see note below) when they trade in for a new Harley-Davidson Big Twin or V-Rod motorcycle within one year. The Ride Free II …

Overwhelming Positive Response to Ultimate Sacrifice Appreciation Debut at Laconia Bike Week Featuring a Full Product Line and Custom Dirico Motorcycle

N.H.--July 7, 2009--Ultimate Sacrifice Appreciation, (U.S.A.) launched their new product line at the Lobster Pound during Laconia Bike Week and had a great response to their new Lock and Load line of apparel as well as their custom military themed Dirico Motorcycle with their patent pending derby and points cover. The whole intention of U.S.A. is to raise money and awareness to help returning veterans re-acclimate to civilian life through sales of military themed apparel and accessories. …

ESLICK RIDES HARD AND GAINS ON DAYTONA SPORTBIKE POINTS LEAD

East Troy, Wis. (July 6, 2009) Bruce Rossmeyer's Daytona Racing/RMR/GEICO rider Danny Eslick edged closer to the championship points lead in the AMA Pro Racing Daytona Sportbike class with an eighth place finish aboard his Buell 1125R at the Red Bull US Grand Prix at Mazda Raceway Laguna Seca July 5.Starting from eighth on the grid, Eslick charged toward the front of the field early in the race, challenging for the lead and battling for a spot in the top three for much of the 21-lap race,…

Martin Cardenas Tops Daytona SportBike Qualifying at Red Bull US Grand Prix

MONTEREY, Calif. - While Martin Cardenas has set the 2009 AMA Pro Daytona SportBike presented by AMSOIL championship on its ear to the tune of six victories and a 51-point lead in the point standings, it took until today for the Colombian to score his first career pole position.Riding the No. 36 Team M4 Suzuki GSX-R600, Cardenas posted a best lap at 1:27.585 (91.988 mph) around Mazda Raceway Laguna Seca to take the top starting spot for Sunday's race at the Red Bull U.S. Grand Prix. Carde…

Mat Mladin to Start from American Superbike Pole at Mazda Raceway Laguna Seca

MONTEREY, Calif. - Mat Mladin led a top-three sweep for the Yoshimura Suzuki team in qualifying, riding his No. 7 Rockstar/Makita/Yoshimura Suzuki GSX-R1000 to a best lap of 1:24.592 (95.243 mph) around Mazda Raceway Laguna Seca to earn the pole position in tomorrow's AMA Pro National Guard American Superbike presented by Parts Unlimited final at the Red Bull U.S. Grand Prix. The Aussie has now qualified on the pole seven times in seven qualifying sessions this season and owns 62 caree…

Parker Wins AMA Pro SuperSport Final at Red Bull US Grand Prix

MONTEREY, Calif. (July 4, 2009) - Ricky Parker picked up his second career AMA Pro SuperSport presented by Shoei victory at the Red Bull U.S. Grand Prix at Mazda Raceway Laguna Seca. Riding the No. 96 Graves Motorsports Yamaha YZF-R6, Parker qualified on the pole position earlier in the day, pulled out into the lead on the race's standing start and was never challenged on his way to the SuperSport victory by 12.723 seconds over Russ Wikle. Parker earned his first SuperSport win in May at …

Team Foremost Pegram Racing Heads West to Repeat Ducati Victory

CUPERTINO, Calif - As the global racing community descends on California's Mazda Raceway Laguna Seca, Ducati's AMA Pro Road Racing star prepares to defend his recent Superbike victory. This coming weekend marks the seventh round of the AMA Pro American Superbike Championship; held in conjunction with the Red Bull U.S. Grand Prix. Ducati Corse's MotoGP squad has flown over to participate in the World Championship event, enabling Pegram to shine in front of the 1098 R's Bolognese fabrica…

Facility Modifications at Heartland Park Topeka on Track for AMA Pro Road Racings August Return

DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. - In preparation for AMA Pro Road Racing's return to Heartland Park Topeka, AMA Pro Racing competition officials, in addition to AMA Pro American Superbike rider and Rider Safety Committee member Josh Hayes, recently visited the facility to check the status of recommended changes. AMA Pro Officials were satisfied with the progress being made on the improvements suggested during the first meeting in January, which included recommendations by Hayes and other ri…

Haydens in Action at Same Event for First Time in 2009 at Red Bull US Grand Prix

MONTEREY, Calif. (July 3, 2009) - North American motorcycle road racing's premier trio of racing brothers, Tommy, Nicky and Roger Hayden, will be in action in three different major series this weekend at the Red Bull U.S. Grand Prix at Mazda Raceway Laguna Seca. The international MotoGP World Championship will be joined by AMA Pro National Guard American Superbike presented by Parts Unlimited and AMA Pro Daytona SportBike presented by AMSOIL in a full schedule of three consec…

AMA Pro to Share World Stage with MotoGP at Mazda Raceway This Weekend

MONTEREY, Calif. - Highlighted by back-to-back races for AMA Pro National Guard American Superbike presented by Parts Unlimited and AMA Pro Daytona SportBike presented by AMSOIL that will cap three full days of action at Mazda Raceway Laguna Seca, AMA Pro Road Racing will share the world-stage spotlight this weekend with MotoGP at the Red Bull U.S. Grand Prix, July 3 - 5. A pair of 23-lap/50-mile sprints for AMA Pro Road Racing's top divisions will follow Sunday's MotoGP main. The …

HOG MEMBERS RODE 4,373,937 MILES ON MILLION MILE MONDAY

MILWAUKEE - (July 1, 2009) On Monday, June 29, 2009, Harley Owners Group (H.O.G.) members around the world logged 4,373,937 miles during the club's second annual Million Mile Monday riding marathon."Our members set the bar pretty high after last year's three million miles, and we are ecstatic to have exceeded that by more than 45 percent this year," said Benny Suggs, General Manager of the Harley Owners Group. "But more important than the number of miles ridden is that so many of our mem…

Fans, Competitors, Promoters Welcome New Programming On SPEED

DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (June 30, 2009) - This weekend's premier AMA Pro Road Racing events at the Red Bull U.S. Grand Prix at Mazda Raceway Laguna Seca will be the first races to air on SPEED in a new, same-weekend programming format that was announced last month. SPEED's decision to re…

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