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Zero Motorcycle Presents Stealth Motorcycle

June 14th, 2013 at 11:24 am

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Women Riders on the Rise

May 29th, 2013 at 12:05 pm

When you think of a motorcycle driver you might imagine a big, burly man, however, times are changing and more and more women are getting in the driver's seat.

In the last 10 years, the number of women riders in Minnesota has grown more than 58 percent — from 31,576 riders in 2002 to 53,784 in 2012.

In Michigan, women riders have increased by more than 10,000 from 2008 to 2012 according to a press release from Secretary of State, Ruth Johnson.

Many women are moving from a passenger to the driver.

"I just really wanted to be in control," Holly Sellers a female rider said in an article from The Post and Courier. "It's a risky sport to ride a motorcycle. And to ride on the back, you are putting yourself in someone else's hands.

Another woman rider agreed: “I'd rather be the one in control, riding it, with the wind in my face,” said Steph Blanda to CBS Minnesota, while taking a motorcycle safety class.

And women motorcyclists seem to be safer riders than men.

“The ladies seem a little bit more…they listen a little bit better than some guys,” said safety instructor Dusty Rhodes in a CBS Minnesota newscast, who says 44 percent of his students are women.

“I run an all-ladies class during the year, because some ladies don't want to be with men. They feel intimidated, but I've got ladies that run a lot better than some guys.”

Even Harley Davidson is aiming at women riders. They offer special ladies' nights, classes and riding groups. They also offer personal customization of motorcycles to fit riders.

Facts from the Motorcycle Industry Council:

-- From 2003 to 2008, the number of women riders has increased by 52%.

-- Women own nearly 1 in 9 motorcycles.

-- In 2009, there were 11 million motorcycles in the United States, and women owned 1,155,000. That year, 27 million people operated motorcycles, and 7.3 million were women.

-- Among female motorcyclists, 40 percent are married, 36 percent have college or post-graduate degrees and 25 percent are in business or health care.

For more information visit:

Harley Davidson's Women Riders:http://www.harley-davidson.com/en_US/Content/Pages/women-riders/landing.html

CBS Minnesota: http://minnesota.cbslocal.com/2013/05/20/start-seeing-women-motorcyclists-including-amelia/

The Post and Courier: http://www.postandcourier.com/article/20110925/PC1208/309259952

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A Motorcycle Riding Easter Bunny Gets Pulled Over in California

April 1st, 2013 at 11:57 am

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North Carolina Committee Pushes Helmet Repeal Forward

March 27th, 2013 at 4:05 pm

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Reevu Introduces First Rearview Helmet

March 12th, 2013 at 10:25 am

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Daytona Bike Week 2013 ALMOST HERE!

March 6th, 2013 at 3:23 pm

Only two more days till the kick-off of Daytona Bike Week 2013! We've got all the details here and if you don't already have plans to go, after reading this you'll be packing your saddle bags!

Dates: March 8-March 17, 2013

Location: Daytona Beach, Florida

Daytona Bike Week is a slice of motorcycle paradise as it hosts some of the most famous motorcyclist venues such as Froggy's, Broken Spoke Saloon, Cabbage Patch, Iron Horse Saloon, Gilly's Pub 44, and Main Street's Boothill Saloon.

You name it; Daytona Bike Week has got it! From Harley-Davidson demo rides, H.O.G. events, wet t-shirt contests, concerts all week long, motorcycle races, multiple bike shows, and a parade, there won't be a dull moment.

For a full list of events and venues visit: http://www.motorcyclemonster.com/daytona-bike-week-2013.html.

With a whirlwind of festivities it's important to come prepared. Below you'll find information regarding specific events and materials that guarantee a smooth ride into Daytona.

Official 2013 Bike Week Survival Guide- information on the history of bike week, bike week logo archive, ride the loop, bike week photo gallery, attractions, parade info and more! For more on the Survival Guide visit: http://www.officialbikeweek.com/.

Official 2013 Bike Week Treasure Hunt- includes seven different locations. Participants receive a passport (included in the Bike Week Survival Guide) that they must have stamped at each location. Once all seven stamps have been collected participants must bring back their passport to the Official Bike Week Headquarters in Riverfront Park to receive their limited-edition commemorative coin.

Here are the seven treasure hunt stops:

Amsoil-Jim Walker's Motorcycle Sales. 2385 S. Ridgewood Avenue
Budweiser- Ormond Beach
GEICO- 290 N. Beach Street
Harley-Davidson- Riverfront Park
Hilton Daytona Beach Oceanfront Resoort-100 N. Atlantic Avenue
Joe's Crab Shack- 1200 Main Street
Official Bike Week Headquarters- Riverfront Park Beach Street

Bike Week Parade-the Harley-Davidson Appreciation Parade takes place on Saturday, March 16 at 9am.

Want your motorcycle group or club to ride in the parade? Participants must line-up at 7am at the Ocean Center South Parking Lot. The parade route is a total of 5.3 miles. Don't forget to wear green to kick-off St. Patrick's Day!

The 2013 Official Bike Week Motorcycle Drawing- tickets on sale now! $50 for each official certificate to enter, only 4500 are being sold. That makes the odds of winning even higher! The drawing will take place on Saturday, March 16. The motorcycle up for grabs is a 2012 Street Glide customized by Bruce Rossmeyer's Daytona Harley-Davidson. Here are some of the additional features:

Coastal Moto Raider wheels

Coastal Moto Raider discs

HHI brake calipers, front and rear

Avon Cobra tires

J&M Rokker XT speaker and amplifier system

Klockwerks front fender

Klockwerks windshield

Milwaukee Baggers extended bags

Milwaukee Baggers rear fender

Progressive Suspension upgrades, front and rear

Full Harley-Davidson gauge kit

Cobra Engineering air cleaner

Bassani exhaust system

CycleSmith floorboards

Mustang seat

Paint by O's Custom Cycle Painting, Memphis TN

2013 Bike Week iPhone App-before hitting the open road to Daytona be sure to download the Official 2013 Daytona Bike Week App on your iPhone. The app compiles a list of local restaurants, business, attractions and bars, and allows users to create a list of their favorite events. Users can also check the local weather before heading out and browse the latest photos from the event.

Download the App today for $0.99 here: https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/bike-week/id413388935?mt=8.

(To Download: click the above link. On the left hand side there will be a “View in iTunes” button. Once in iTunes click the “Download” button to purchase the app).

For more information on Bike Week call Daytona Regional Chamber of Commerce at 386-255-0981 or visit http://www.officialbikeweek.com/.

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Tennessee Act Proposes Helmet Choice for Motorcyclists

February 25th, 2013 at 11:17 am

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Progressive's International Motorcycle Show Hits Up Chicago THIS Weekend!

February 7th, 2013 at 3:26 pm

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Easyriders Motorcycle Show in North Carolina THIS Month

January 9th, 2013 at 2:31 pm

Winter weather got you down? Craving some motorcycle action? Easyriders has the solution; come out to their 2013 Bike Show on Saturday, January 26 in Charlotte, North Carolina.

Here's a rundown of the basic event info:

Date: Saturday January 26, 2013

Time: 10am-8pm

Location: Charlotte Convention Center (Halls A & B)

501 South College Street, Charlotte, NC 28202

Ticket Cost:

Adults (Age 13 +): $20.00

Child (Age 6-12): $10.00

Children 5 and under: FREE

$5 discount for all ACTIVE MILITARY (must show valid military ID at time of purchase).

This event has something for everyone, including a Meet & Greet with Ryan Hurst “Opie” from Sons of Anarchy. Hurst will be signing autographs and taking pictures with fans. There is also an optional VIP Meet & Greet which is very exclusive as it is limited to only 40 people. The VIP cost is $100 a person.

General Meet & Greet: 1:30pm-5pm

Exclusive VIP Meet & Greet: Noon-1pm

For more info on the Exclusive VIP Meet & Greet http://www.easyridersevents.com/bikeshow2013_opie_contest_charlotte.php.

Also making an appearance at the event are Michael & Angie from the Hit TV Show “Full Throttle Saloon” who will be handing out signed autographs, meeting guests and taking photos with fans.

You won't want to miss out on the Purrfect Angelz from NBC's America's Got Talent as well as taking a glance at some of David Mann's Original Art.

Have an awesome ride? Enter your bike for a chance to win trophies, cash and other prizes! There are two different classes People's Choice (voting by the attending public) and Judged Class (voting by designated judges). There is no entry fee for the bike show, but there are some fees depending on your display needs. All makes of motorcycles are welcome, but categories are limited for brands other than H-D, Indian, Victory, Vintage American, Vintage British, V-twin Metric, Cruisers and aftermarket H-D.

Only one bike per entry form and you may only enter one bike per class to register online or download a printable version of the entry form click here http://easyridersevents.com/store/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=34&products_id=93.

For more info on this event visit http://www.easyridersevents.com/bikeshow_2013_charlotte.php.