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• National Motorcycle Ride Day

  by BikerNews October 7, 2016
  National Motorcycle Ride Day Second Saturday in October   The Registrar of National Day Calendar has designated the second Saturday in October of each year as National Motorcycle Ride Day. This day is designated to get all motorcyclists in the USA and the world out and on their motorcycles fo...

• EBR Motorcycles; Looking Ahead to 2017

  by BikerNews September 29, 2016
  EBR Motorcycles (Erik Buell Racing) announces the release of their 2017 model year American Sportbikes and progress with the rebuilding of the iconic motorcycle brand. “It has been an amazing summer since the new EBR was launched. You can imagine the challenges of restructuring the new compan...

• Harley Giveaway for Service Members in Middle East

  by BikerNews September 29, 2016
  Military AutoSource launches annual Harley-Davidson giveaway for service members in the Middle East   From now until November 20, 2016, U.S. military members stationed or deployed in the Middle East region can enter the Military AutoSource Thanksgiving Day Bike Giveaway. The winner of the giv...

• Indian Motorcycle Announces 2017 Wrecking Crew Team

  by BikerNews September 27, 2016
  INDIAN MOTORCYCLE ANNOUNCES 2017 INDIAN WRECKING CREW TEAM MEMBERS IN BOLD BID IN RETURN TO AMA PRO FLAT TRACK     MINNEAPOLIS (September 26, 2016) — Indian Motorcycle®, America’s First Motorcycle Company®, today announced the all-star members of its 2017 Wrecking ...

• Harley-Davidson Launches All-New Milwaukee-Eight Engine

  by BikerNews September 23, 2016
  MILWAUKEE (Aug. 23, 2016) – More Power. More Comfort. More Control. Today, Harley- Davidson unveils the all-new Milwaukee-Eight™ engine, the ninth Big Twin in its history, plus all-new front and rear suspension for its Model Year 2017 Touring motorcycle lineup.   “These ar...

• New Ohio license regulations for 3-wheel “autocycles”

  by BikerNews September 20, 2016
  WILMINGTON, Ohio (WDTN) – A new Ohio law is making it easier for people to drive three-wheel vehicles.     House Bill 429 went into effect on September 1th. Among other things, it changes the license requirements for three-wheel bikes called .autocycles”.   Instead ...
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• 2016 MV Agusta F4Z

  by BikerNews September 2, 2016
  Chantilly Arts & Elegance 2016: The MV Agusta F4Z goes beyond traditional customization to become a collectible Atelier motorbike   Chantilly, September, 2016. At the third international Concours d’Elegance Chantilly Arts & Elegance, the F4Z is the first Atelier motorbike t...

• Paughco Returns to Las Vegas BikeFest

  by BikerNews September 1, 2016
  Paughco Returns to Las Vegas BikeFest as Sponsor of Artistry in Iron, Master Builders Championship Las Vegas, NV - PAUGHCO, the industry leader in cool parts for Harley-Davidson, returns as 2016 sponsor for Las Vegas BikeFest - Artistry in Iron, Master Builders Championship. For the second year P...

• Las Vegas BikeFest & Nevada Childhood Cancer Foundation

  by BikerNews August 29, 2016
  Las Vegas BikeFest Teams Up With Nevada Childhood Cancer Foundation for the 12th Year LAS VEGAS, August 25, 2016 - For the 12th year in a row, Las Vegas BikeFest is teaming up with Nevada Childhood Cancer Foundation at this year's rally. Las Vegas BikeFest will have three Poker Walks and two Poker ...

• New Oklahoma Motorcycle License Law

  by BikerNews August 16, 2016
  Oklahoma laws regarding obtaining a motorcycle license will be changing next week for those under the age of 17   As of August 26, 2016, riders age 17 or younger who are seeking a license with an M endorsement (motorcycle license) will be required to complete a certified state approved motorc...
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• California to Pass Law Making Motorcycle Lane Splitting Legal

  by BikerNews August 5, 2016
  For years many motorcyclists (including myself) have thought that there was a law on the books making it legal for motorcycles to split/share lanes in the state of California because it is a common practice for riders in California to move through traffic between the other vehicles.  As of now ...
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• Yuichi Yoshizawa dominates at 2016 Los Angeles Motorcycle Show

  by BikerNews August 2, 2016
  Japanese Builder Yuichi Yoshizawa dominates at 2016 Los Angeles Calendar Motorcycle Show & Calendar Girl Music Festival       The Sagebrush Cantina, Calabasas, CA, USA, Saturday July 23rd 2016 - The 2016 LA Calendar Motorcycle Show with sponsorship support by Russ Brown Att...

• Las Vegas Motorcycle Hall of Fame Created

  by BikerNews July 29, 2016
  Las Vegas BikeFest in partnership with Branscombe Richmond, famous actor, band leader and a force in the motorcycle world announce the formation of the Las Vegas Motorcycle Hall of Fame.   "The Hall of Fame will honor iconic ambassadors and influential heroes who put their interest above and...

• Polaris® Slingshot® Lineup Expands With All-New 2017 SLR

  by BikerNews July 26, 2016
  New accessories - featuring the new Slingshade™ - take customization to the next level   MINNEAPOLIS, July 26, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- Slingshot® has introduced its 2017 lineup which includes a new premium SLR model, an expanded line-up of accessories focused on rider comfort and cus...

• Harley-Davidson Revving Up For 76th Sturgis Motorcycle Rally

  by BikerNews July 18, 2016
  Join the H-D Crew for Action-Packed Parties, Racing and Free Demo Rides   MILWAUKEE, July 18, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- With a rockin' beat and a rolling rumble Harley-Davidson is set to take over the 76th Sturgis Motorcycle Rally®. As the official motorcycle of the Sturgis Motorcycle Rally, H...

• David Silver Opens Honda Motorcycle Museum

  by BikerNews July 13, 2016
  Honda parts tycoon David Silver opens the Largest All Honda Motorcycle Museum outside of Japan.   Located in Leiston, a town in eastern Suffolk, England, the motorcycle museum features over 150 classic Honda motorcycles produced between the 1950s and 1990s. The collection is based within our ...
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• Indian’s Limited Edition Jack Daniel’s Bikes Sold Out in a Day

  by BikerNews May 12, 2016
  INDIAN MOTORCYCLE’S LIMITED EDITION JACK DANIEL’S INDIAN SPRINGFIELD AND CHIEF VINTAGE SOLD OUT IN A SINGLE DAY #1 Limited Edition Jack Daniel’s Indian Chief Vintage reserved for charity auction in October     MINNEAPOLIS (March 7, 2016)   — Indian Motorcycle®, America’s first...
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• Motorcycle Ownership by Women Doubled During the Past Decade

  by BikerNews January 20, 2016
  More Female Riders Than Ever According to Latest Motorcycle Industry Council Owner Survey Irvine, Calif., Dec. 17, 2015 - Female motorcycle ownership is at an all-time high according to the latest data from the Motorcycle Industry Council. The MIC's latest Motorcycle Owner Survey foun...
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• Indian Motorcycle Unveils the Versatile and Affordable All-New 2016 Scout Sixty

  by BikerNews November 18, 2015
  Newest addition to the lineup shares many elements of the award-winning Indian Scout, with a price point that brings legendary Indian Motorcycle craftsmanship and world renowned Indian Scout performance within reach of every rider MINNEAPOLIS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Indian Motorcycle®, America’s firs...
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• Indian Recalls Over 7,000 Motorcycles to Fix Brake Issue

  by BikerNews November 10, 2015
  Indian recalls 7,611 motorcycles to fix problem with rear brake assembly WASHINGTON, D.C. - Indian Motorcycle Co. is recalling certain 7,611 motorcycles from the 2015 and 2016 model years to replace the rear brake master cylinder piston assembly. Affected are 2015-16 Chief Classic, Chief V...
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• 2016 Victory Empulse: Electric Motorcycle

  by BikerNews August 5, 2015
  2016 Victory Empulse: Electric Motorcycle Returns With New Name   Fresh off a strong showing at the Isle of Man TT electric motorcycle race, Victory Motorcycles has announced the 2016 Victory Empulse TT.  This is the first foray into electric bikes by an established motorcycle man...

• What Goes Wrong on Motorcycles

  by BikerNews April 18, 2015
  Just saw this survey posted on Consumer Reports Survey highlights common problems Published: April 13, 2015 08:00 AM Motorcycle riding is all about escapism. Freedom, adventure, friends, and travel. The last thing a motorcyclist wants to worry about is a breakdown out on the open road. Ch...

• Indian Introduces the 2016 Chief Dark Horse

  by BikerNews March 3, 2015
  INDIAN MOTORCYCLE INTRODUCES FIRST MODEL YEAR 2016, THE INDIAN CHIEF DARK HORSE Newest model on Indian Chief platform brings bold, aggressive new styling to Indian Motorcycle line-up MEDINA, Minn. — February 13, 2014 —  Indian Motorcycle®, America’s first motorcycle company, today announced...
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• ConvExx to Produce Hollister Motorcycle Rally

  by BikerNews February 19, 2015
  ConvExx Selected to Produce Hollister Motorcycle Rally for 2015 and Beyond   Las Vegas, Nevada, January 23, 2015: The Hollister Downtown Association of Hollister, California has selected ConvExx to produce the iconic Hollister Motorcycle Rally starting in 2015. Known as the "Birthplace of t...
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• Polaris Stops Slingshot Sales to Fix Defects

  by BikerNews January 22, 2015
  Polaris Industries has issued a "Stop Sale and Stop Ride, for the Slingshot for two issues found on the three-wheeled Slingshot. The first issue involves the ball bearings on the steering rack, which have been deemed faulty by Polaris. Due to the faulty ball bearings, the steering system coul...
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• Rotary-powered hybrid military motorcycle can run on diesel or gas

  by BikerNews January 21, 2015
  Logos Technologies Wins Second Darpa Award to Continue Development of Hybrid-Electric Military Motorcycle in Partnership with Alta Motors FAIRFAX, Va. – Jan. 6, 2015 – Logos Technologies has received a Phase II Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) award from DARPA (the Defense Advanced Res...
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• Polaris Acquires Electric Motorcycle Business from Brammo

  by BikerNews January 16, 2015
  Acquisition Includes Certain Assets, Technology, and Trademarks   MINNEAPOLIS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Polaris Industries Inc. (NYSE: PII) today announced it has acquired the electric motorcycle business of Brammo Inc. In addition, Polaris is acting as a leading investor in a recapitalization of Bra...
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• Harley / Sturgis to Cement Partnership through 2090

  by BikerNews January 15, 2015
  Harley-Davidson announces agreement to become the official motorcycle of the Sturgis rally   Harley-Davidson Motor Co. and Sturgis, S.D., are looking 75 years into the future as the company and the city are finalizing an agreement that would make Harley the official bike of the Sturgis Motorc...
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• When Gas Prices Go Up, So Do Motorcycle Accidents, Study Finds

  by BikerNews December 16, 2014
  Shift to lower-cost transportation carries a hefty price   MONDAY, Dec. 15, 2014 (HealthDay News) -- As gas prices rose in recent years, so did motorcyclist injuries and deaths, a new study suggests. In times of gas increases, more people start using motorcycles and many of those riders ...
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• Owner of Motorcycle Maker Sucker Punch Sallys Accused of Fraud

  by BikerNews December 5, 2014
  Gerie Leigh Clayton, the owner of Scottsdale-based custom motorcycle maker Sucker Punch Sallys, has been arrested on felony theft charges.   Scottsdale police say Clayton, 64, defrauded at least two people by taking money for custom bikes that were never made. "They had placed orders fro...
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