Electric motorcycle manufacturer Zero Motorcycles launches a partnership with the Amgen Tour of California professional cycling race to be included as part of the race’s motorized support fleet for the pivotal men’s Big Bear Lake Time Trial stage. Zero says their motorcycles are ideal for cycling race support, as there is no exhaust or noxious chemicals for the athletes to breathe in, and with virtually no sound, athletes can clearly hear any audio instructions given to them by their team over race radios. From May 11-20, this seven-day men’s and four-day women’s event attracts World Champions, Olympic medalists and Tour de France stage winners from around the world to California to compete across one of the most scenic and challenging courses in any race ...

Bonnier Motorcycle Group and Dealer Motorsports, have teamed up and now offer a new inventory classified program that's designed for powersports dealers across the country. It allows participating dealers to advertise their inventory and receive qualified buyer inquiries by email and SMS. The program can be accessed through many of the Bonnier Motorcycle Group enthusiast websites, including Cycle World, Motorcyclist, Dirt Rider, Hot Bike, ATV Rider and UTV Driver. “Never before have dealers been able to advertise their new and used inventory on our media network,” said Andy Leisner, Bonnier Motorcycle Group Senior Vice President and Managing Director. “This new program gives dealers access to the millions of powersports shoppers who visit our sites each month where we engage, inform and inspire consumers in ...

Hey, Some weeks are damn exciting like this one. I have the chance to help a brother get a job in the industry. I’m working on his resume. I’m working on Hugh King’s Chopper King Chopper sale. The Trailblazers banquet is Saturday. I’m introducing a couple of race fans to the club. We are working on Grandson Frankie’s Dyna today getting ready to take the sheet metal to paint. I’m working with a photographer to launch his vintage motorcycle print business. And of course I’m helping the Redhead of Redheads. Warren Buffet recommends as least two sources of income. The first is your job, then second could be by purchasing a home and fixing it up. Or you could build ...

That's it, folks. The end of an era is upon us. One of few independently owned motorcycle print publishing groups is up for grabs. The brand is legendary and it has a storied past. Does it have a future? What kind of future? That's for a buyer to decide. Interested parties can register at  www.PaisanoAuction.com or email Brian Wood for more information. bwood@paisanopub.com

Harley-Davidson Inc kept its 2017 outlook unchanged despite first-quarter shipments hitting the high end of the company's forecast. Milwaukee-based Harley's shares were down 4 percent at $57.00 in premarket trading on Tuesday. The company, which commands about half the U.S. big-bike market, said motorcycle shipments fell 14.7 percent to 70,831 units in the quarter ended March 26, compared with its forecast of 66,000-71,000 units. Harley said it continues to expect full-year shipments to be flat to down modestly. Harley's first quarter shipments were helped by warmer-than-usual weather that led to an early start to the annual riding season, probably resulting in a pull-forward in demand from the second quarter, analysts have said. Harley also took the rare step of offering ...

Avon Motorcycle Tyres North America will sponsor vintage motorcycle racer and Spirit of Sturgis Vintage Festival organizer Brittany Olsen throughout 2017. Olsen started the year right with a win at Billy Lane's Inaugural Sons of Speed Vintage Races in Daytona, Florida, and will ride her 1923 Harley-Davidson Board Track Racer outfitted with Avon Speedmaster-MKII and GP tires at various events throughout the United States. "Brittany brings amazing energy to every race and event," said Ken Warner, Vice President of Marketing for Avon Tyres North America. "We are proud to partner with her and look forward to the excitement that her passion for vintage racing will undoubtedly produce this year." The Speedmaster-MKII is a classic ribbed front tire and is available ...

Here's a near-miss situation involving a motorcycle rider and a snake. What just happened there? Snakes are lunging at passing riders now? What's next?  

The Handbuilt Motorcycle Show is an inspiring showcase of works from builders and craftsmen that combine knowledge, skill, and ingenuity to create one-of-a-kind truly hand-built machines. As our collective existence slips further into digital abstraction, we at the Handbuilt Motorcycle Show believe something has been lost and it is time to revive the culture of physical craftsmanship. Although in today’s modern mass-produced world, few young people are taught how to do physical work or are encouraged to embrace a trade, there remains a universal attraction to the beauty that can only be formed by human hands. More information can be found here. In the meantime, enjoy the teaser below. The Handbuilt Motorcycle Show 2017 primer from Revival Cycles on Vimeo.

Improve visibility and the look of your ride with new mirrors this riding season. This simple upgrade can be easily done in your own garage so follow along as Pauly shows you how to install Kuryakyn Heavy Industry Mirrors on a Street Glide.     Advertisement

Certified Motorcycle's Mother Rucker Choppers Foundation will host a weekend long celebration to kick off its inaugural Nevada Female Ride Month on Friday, May 5th through Sunday, May 7th, 2017. The event, which coincides with International Female ride Day on May 6th, is for like-minded women to deepen their passion for motorcycles, build a sisterhood and support the community. Female motorcycle enthusiasts from all over are encouraged to attend. With over 172 years of combined riding experience, the 11 women of Mother Rucker Choppers Foundation aim to draw attention to the underrepresented market of female motorcycle enthusiasts. Female riders represent 25 percent, or $6 billion, of industry sales annually Nate Scott, co-owner of Certified Motorcycles and founder of the Mother ...