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• U.S. Motorcycle Thefts Decreased in 2017

  by BikerNews June 6, 2018
    NICB: U.S. Motorcycle Thefts Down in 2017Thefts down five percent from 2016   DES PLAINES, Ill., June 6, 2018 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- The National Insurance Crime Bureau (NICB) today released its annual report on motorcycle thefts in the United States for 2017. A total of 44,268 ...

• PA Offers Motorcycle Safety Program

  by BikerNews March 26, 2018
    The Pennsylvania Motorcycle Safety Program offers FREE training to all Pennsylvania residents and active duty military with a class Motorcycle Learner’s permit or motorcycle license.    Training is offered for motorcycle drivers of all levels and includes: aspiring new ri...
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• Indian Motorcycle® Opening Experience Centre

  by BikerNews March 4, 2018
      Indian Motorcycle® Opening Experience Centre at its Spirit Lake Manufacturing Facility   Spirit Lake factory to offer current and historic Indian Motorcycle displays and Factory Tours featuring robotics assembly processes   SPIRIT LAKE, IA – Indian Motorcycl...

• Harley Davidson Recalls Touring Bikes for Brake Issues

  by BikerNews February 8, 2018
    Harley-Davidson is recalling more than 250,000 motorcycles because the brakes might fail.   The voluntary recall includes CVO Touring and VSRC bikes — model years 2008 through 2011 — equipped with anti-lock brakes.   Worldwide it includes more than 251,000 motorcy...

• Rebirth of Curtiss Motorcycle Co.

  by BikerNews November 20, 2017
  BIRMINGHAM, Ala.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--In 1903, Glenn H. Curtiss invented the venerable American v-twin motorcycle engine. Confederate Motors, Inc. invested 20-plus years perfecting his invention. Four generations of patented architecture were created.   Seven years ago, in our twentieth year, ...
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• Las Vegas Motorcycle Hall of Fame Title Sponsor

  by BikerNews June 28, 2017
  Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority announced as the Title Sponsor of the 2017 Las Vegas Motorcycle Hall of Fame   LAS VEGAS - Las Vegas BikeFest announces the Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority (LVCVA) as Title Sponsor of the 2017 Las Vegas Motorcycle Hall of Fame.&nb...

• Harley Davidson Touring Model Recall

  by BikerNews June 4, 2017
  Harley-Davidson recalls 57,000 motorcycles due to oil clamp problem   Harley-Davidson is recalling about 57,000 motorcycles worldwide because of an oil line clamp the may have been improperly installed. This could possibly leak oil into the path of the rear tire causing dangerous riding con...

• Motorcycle Racer Nicky Hayden Dies in Bicycle Crash

  by BikerNews May 23, 2017
  The former MotoGP world champion Nicky Hayden died in a hospital in Cesena, Italy on Monday, five days after he was hit by a car while training on his bicycle. Hayden was 35.   Hayden was training on the Rimini coast after a motorcycle race at nearby Imola. The front windshield of the black P...

• Polaris to Exhibit New Models at 2017 AIMExpo

  by BikerNews May 10, 2017
  Polaris Motorcycle Division to Exhibit & Showcase New Model Lineup at 2017 AIMExpo   Indian Motorcycle & Polaris Slingshot to Showcase its Model Year 2018 Lineup at American International Motorcycle Expo in Columbus, Ohio   MINNEAPOLIS, May 8, 2017 /PRNewswire/ -- The Polaris Motorcy...

• W VA Considers Repealing Helmet Law

  by BikerNews March 28, 2017
  Motorcycle Helmet Requirement Under Reconsideration at W.Va. Capitol   Update March 30, 2017   CHARLESTON, W.Va. (AP) – West Virginia’s Senate has voted against repealing the requirement that motorcyclists wear helmets.   The bill, advanced by two committees, was vot...
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• Limited Edition Jack Daniel's Indian Chieftain Motorcycle

  by BikerNews March 14, 2017
  Indian Motorcycle Introduces Limited Edition Jack Daniel's Indian Chieftain   Second-Year Partnership Between Iconic American Brands Delivers Another Show-Stopping, Custom-Inspired Bagger, Designed by Brian Klock     MINNEAPOLIS, March 13, 2017 /PRNewswire/ -- Indian Motorcycle...
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• New Harley-Davidson Street Rod Tuned For Urban Performance

  by BikerNews March 11, 2017
  New Harley-Davidson Street Rod Is Tuned For Dynamic Urban Performance     High-Output Revolution X Engine and Refined Chassis Deliver More Power and Nimble Handling   MILWAUKEE, March 9, 2017 /PRNewswire/ -- The new Harley-Davidson® Street Rod™ motorcycle is a muscula...

• Carl Reese Breaks Guinness Motorcycle Track Record

  by BikerNews March 3, 2017
  Carl Reese Breaks Guinness Motorcycle Track Record For Greatest Distance In 24 Hours   The event was to bring awareness to combat veterans charity Motorcycle Relief Project, a 501.3(C) whom takes veterans suffering from PTSD and other injures on 5 day therapeutic motorcycle rides   LOS...
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• Indian Motorcycle Announces Scout FTR750

  by BikerNews March 1, 2017
  Indian Motorcycle Announces Scout FTR750 Available For Purchase For The 2017 American Flat Track Season Indian's Premier 750cc V-Twin Flat Track Race Bike Available for $50,000   MINNEAPOLIS, Feb. 28, 2017 /PRNewswire/ -- Indian Motorcycle, America's first motorcycle company, today announc...

• Indian Motorcycle's 2017 Roadmaster Classic

  by BikerNews February 23, 2017
  Indian Motorcycle's 2017 Roadmaster Classic Blends Vintage Styling With Modern Touring Amenities   Rich in leather and luxury features, the Roadmaster Classic reimagines what a heritage-inspired American touring motorcycle can be   MINNEAPOLIS, Feb 21, 2017 /PRNewswire/ -- Welcome back...

• Valerie Thompson - First Female on Bonneville 200 MPH Club BoD

  by BikerNews February 23, 2017
  Valerie Thompson Named First Female Member of Bonneville 200 MPH Club Board of Directors   SCOTTSDALE, ARIZONA (PRWEB) FEBRUARY 20, 2017 The world’s fastest female motorcycle racer, Valerie Thompson, was appointed to the Bonneville 200 MPH Club board of directors during their recent me...
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• Motor Vehicle Deaths Highest in 6 Years

  by BikerNews February 15, 2017
  Motor Vehicle Deaths in 2016 Estimated to be Highest in Nine Years; Sharpest Two-Year Climb in 53 Years   National Safety Council offers insight into what drivers are doing and calls for immediate implementation of proven, life-saving measures   NEWS PROVIDED BY National Safety Counci...
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• Nashville Bike Week - What's Up?

  by BikerNews February 14, 2017
  When first announced almost two years ago Nashville Bike Week seemed like it was all set to be the South's next great Motorcycle Rally & Music Fest.  They originally announced the 10-day event would feature over 100 bands and attract tens of thousands of motorcyclists from across the country. &...
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• Old Bikes Bring Big Bucks at Mecum Motorcycle Auction

  by BikerNews February 2, 2017
  Antique, Classic & Unique Motorcycles bring in over $13 million at the Mecum Motorcycle Auction this past weekend in Las Vegas     With sales up over 50% from the 2016 auction, the 2017 Mecum Motorcycle Auction was a huge success for the promotor and motorcycle lovers alike.   ...

• Buffalo Chip® Excellence in Tourism Innovation Award

  by BikerNews February 1, 2017
  South Dakota Tourism Awards Sturgis Buffalo Chip® Excellence in Tourism Innovation Award   Prestigious award recognizes the Buffalo Chip as an outstanding leader in the state’s visitor industry.   STURGIS, SD (PRWEB) JANUARY 25, 2017 Lieutenant Governor Matt Michels and Secr...

• EagleRider Launches Million Mile Motorcycle Protection

  by BikerNews January 24, 2017
  LOS ANGELES--(BUSINESS WIRE)--In its latest move to offer unparalleled customer and road protection services, EagleRider today announced that it will now offer motorcycle buyers the opportunity to enjoy its Million Mile Limited Powertrain Protection.    EagleRider consistently works to m...

• U.S. Beef Industry wants 100% Tax on European Motorcycles

  by BikerNews January 19, 2017
    Until now the biggest problem for motorcyclists and beef was when you had to coax a cow out of the road so you could continue your ride. Well that is all changing... The US beef lobby is pushing for a substantial tax on European motorcycles imported into the US.   Why? you ask. Well...
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• Polaris announces end of Victory Motorcycles

  by BikerNews January 10, 2017
    MINNEAPOLIS (January 9, 2017) — Polaris Industries Inc. (NYSE: PII) today announced it will immediately begin winding down its Victory Motorcycles brand and related operations. Polaris will assist dealers in liquidating existing inventories while continuing to supply parts for a peri...

• Indian Motorcycle Issues Recall

  by BikerNews January 3, 2017
  Indian Motorcycle is recalling certain 2014-2017 models for a potential fuel leak. Listed are the Chief Classic, Chief Dark Horse, Vintage, Chieftan, Chieftan Dark Horse, Springfield and Roadmaster models manufactured April 15, 2013, to July 15, 2016. In each model, the fuel rail may contact other c...

• Vanguard Roadster Motorcycle - Like No Other

  by BikerNews December 6, 2016
  The Vanguard Roadster is a Motorcycle Like No Other Debuting at the Progressive International Motorcycle Show in New York, the Vanguard Roadster is a fully functioning concept bike like no other production motorcycle. What makes the Vanguard Roadster different then other motorcycles is that the e...

• Georgia Motorcycle Safety Program Announces Grant

  by BikerNews November 21, 2016
  Grant funding totaling $97,730 has been awarded to the Georgia Motorcycle Safety Program (GMSP) by the Governor’s Office of Highway Safety (GOHS). The approved funding will be used to increase motorcycle safety awareness and outreach by encouraging all motorists and motorcyclists to Share the ...
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• Progressive International Motorcycle Shows

  by BikerNews November 17, 2016
  2017 Progressive® International Motorcycle Shows® Kick-Off this Weekend in Long Beach with Brand New Attractions to be Introduced    Headlined by a Brand New Stunt Show Featuring Jimmy Fitzpatrick and the Metal Mulisha Fitz Army   Santa Monica, Calif. (Novem...

• New Improved CycleFish Garage

  by BikerNews October 19, 2016
  Your CycleFish Garage is More Than Just Pictures     As most CycleFish users know the Garage feature that is attached to your profile is a great way to share photos and information about your motorcycle(s)...       What a lot of users don't know is that the Service ...

• BMW Unveils Self-Balancing Concept Motorcycle

  by BikerNews October 13, 2016
  BMW Motorrad VISION NEXT 100: The Great Escape   Munich/Los Angeles. In 2016, its centenary year, the BMW Group is looking further into the future than ever before and developing a series of Vision Vehicles to address people’s mobility needs in about three decades from now. Its soluti...
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• Daytona Biketoberfest to Go On as Scheduled

  by BikerNews October 10, 2016
  Despite the passing of Hurricane Matthew, Daytona Biketoberfest 2017 will go on as scheduled   The City of Daytona Beach along with 100s of local businesses anxiously await 1000s of motorcycles to roar into town this Thursday for the 24th Annual Daytona Biketobersfest which will run as schedu...