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Lyle Lovett Becomes Spokesperson For Ride For Kids
Lyle Lovett, a Grammy-winning musician and avid motorcycle rider, has signed on to become the official spokesperson for Ride for Kids in 2013. The organization works to benefit the Pediatric Brain Tumor Foundation (PBTF), raising money and awareness for the charity. They have raised more than $70 million over 30 years for children and families [...]
Nebraska Bill Could Let Motorcyclists Run Red Lights
Motorcyclists often encounter problems at red lights. Traffic sensors can pick up the presence of cars and trucks waiting at red lights with ease, but lighter, more compact bikes can occasionally be overlooked. To combat this problem, Paul Schumacher, a Nebraska state senator, has proposed a bill that would allow motorcyclists who have waited more than [...]
Older Motorcyclists Face More Dangers On The Road
Riders of any age can find joy on the open road, but that doesn’t mean there aren’t things to be concerned about. Safety is a key worry for all motorcyclists, and older riders especially need to be aware of and prepare for the dangers on the road. A new study from Brown University found that [...]
Electric Motorcycles To Get Their Own Racing Class
Electric motorcycles have become a popular option for riders in the market for a street bike, and soon the machines could start making their way further into motorsports as well. The M1-Grand Prix series will welcome these fuel-efficient bikes with open arms. The league recently teamed up with the Hollywood Electrics dealerships to set up [...]
EPA Releases Guidelines For Ethanol Fuel
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has issued new fuel guidelines in response to concern from the American Motorcyclist Association and riders around the country. According to Ultimate Motorcycling, the EPA was previously considering rules that would have dispensed E10 and E15 fuel through the same hose at gas stations in the U.S., a move [...]
Ducati To Be Honored At Amelia Island Concours
The Amelia Island Concours d’Elegance will honor Ducati motorcycles this year. From March 8 to 10, a collection of 18 rare bikes from the Italian manufacturer will be on display, including the 1946 Cucciolo, which was the brand’s first ever production motorcycle. A showcase of the motorcycles and some select street bike gear will be [...]
Harley-Davidson To Celebrate Anniversary At Daytona Bike Week
Harley-Davidson revised a year-long celebration to honor its 110th anniversary, and fans in attendance at Daytona Bike Week will now be able to get in on the fun. The manufacturer has announced that it will have special displays of motorcycles, accessories and paraphernalia at the festival, which runs from March 9 to 16 at Riverfront [...]
US Motorcycle And ATV Sales Grew In 2012
There’s good news for motorcycle fans in the U.S. Despite previously forecasting a decline in motorcycle sales, the Motorcycle Industry Council (MIC) reported a 2.6 percent increase in the U.S. market during the past year, Motorcycle.com reports. It was the first time since 2002 that new bike sales in all four major segments – scooters, dual [...]
BMW Sells The Husqvarna Brand
BMW has been at the center of many rumors throughout the past few weeks. The manufacturer was shopping around for a new owner for its Husqvarna brand, but while many believed KTM was the front runner to take over the classic company, the final buyer was a bit of surprise. Husqvarna Motorcycles, a 110-year-old company, was solid [...]
Ride For Kids Raised $3.8 Million In 2012
Ride for Kids is one of the most popular motorcycle-centric charities in the U.S., and it celebrated a big year in 2012. The organization raised more than $3.8 million throughout the past year thanks to the efforts of the thousands of motorcyclists who participated in its events. The money raised benefited the Pediatric Brain Tumor Foundation (PBTF) to [...]
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