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Legendary rider/skater/driver and all-around stunt man Travis Pastrana will be jumping an Indian Scout FTR750 when he looks to pay tribute to Evel Knievel, the founding father of motorcycle stunts, and surpass America’s most iconic daredevil. “Evel Live”, as three-hour live event premiering Sunday, July 8th at 8PM ET/ 5PM PT on HISTORY in partnership with Nitro Circus, will see Travis Pastrana attempt three of Knievel’s most famed jumps on the Scout FTR750, including jumping the length of 52+ crushed cars, 16 Greyhound busses, and the ill-fated Caesars Palace fountain jump that left Knievel grasping for his life. If successful, Pastrana will be the first individual to complete all three jumps in one three-hour timespan and on a motorcycle similar to those Evel used. The Indian Scout FTR750 is a flat track racing motorcycle designed to push the boundaries of speed and redefine control with two wheels firmly on the ground. Rewinding time, you find the motorcycles Evel jumped were designed for similar purposes. However, neither were intended for jumping. “It was extremely important to use a motorcycle similar to the ones Evel jumped. The Indian Scout FTR 750 is just that, a modern-day evolution of the flat track motorcycles of the past,” said Pastrana. “It has the power I need and handles well, but I’m only going to have a few days to get comfortable on it, not to mention I’ve never jumped a V-twin before. I’ve got my work cut out, but we’re used to going big at Nitro Circus, so we’ll make it happen.” The Indian Scout FTR750 is far different from the lightweight motocross bikes you would typically find Travis Pastrana jumping. The engine of the FTR750 features a powerful 750cc 53-degree V-Twin and utilizes 43mm conventional front suspension with an adjustable Ohlin’s mono-shock on the rear. Introduced […]

The new Kuryakyn Legacy collection celebrates the Indian Scout’s rich heritage by combining bold lines, dimensional depth, and traditional fit and finish for a classically balanced look. The Legacy collection features a full line of coordinating chrome engine and frame covers, body accents, and select hand and foot control components. Stylistic elements include stepped borders along with centralized speedlines that capture and reflect light to provide depth for a clean, understated custom appearance. A variety of Legacy covers are available as direct replacements for the stock pulley cover, stator and clutch covers, as well as to clean up and conceal triple tree wiring, and front or rear swingarm bolts. Additionally, the Legacy Horn Cover includes a relocation bracket that eliminates the hassle of removing the horn to access the oil filter for servicing.   Legacy accents target areas that enhance the Scout’s front and rear fenders, lower forks, mid-frame, and radiator shroud. Also included in the collection is the Legacy Shift Linkage, as well as brake and clutch levers for ’15-’16 Scouts (fitment for ’17-’18 models is expected soon). To view the full Legacy collection, visit www.kuryakyn.com/c/legacy.

Friends & Colleagues: I wanted to pass along an invitation to you. The Motorcycle Riders Foundation has been working with the Congressional Motorcycle Caucus on a ‘unique-for-Washington’ event happening next month. Coinciding with our Advocacy Day/Ride-In, Stacey “Ax” Axmaker, a motorcycle safety professional and founder of BeCrashFree.com will be offering an interactive demonstration of his unique and fully-immersive motorcycle riding experience. Using Virtual Reality Technology, attendees will have the ability to try out various two-minute riding scenarios in order to experience different motorcycle riding situations such as night riding, group riding, lane filtering and others. No license required. 😊 I hope to see you there! Megan Ekstrom Vice-President, Government Affairs & Public Relations Motorcycle Riders Foundation 202-725-5471 The House Motorcycle Caucus Invites You to Experience Virtual Reality Motorcycle Riding with Stacey “AX” Axmaker WHY: To experience really cool Virtual Reality technology and engage with fellow riders and motorcycle enthusiasts! WHAT: Motorcycle Virtual Reality Riding Experience WHEN: May 15th from 11:00am – 4:00pm WHERE: RHOB 2103

A number of famous female motorcycle mavens are gathering to celebrate the diversity of women in motorcycling while raising funds for worthy local charities at the 10th annual Biker Belles celebration on Tuesday, Aug. 7, 2018. Among the prominent names scheduled to appear are moto-traveler and journalist Alisa Clickenger, inspirational speaker Leah Misch, 2018 Sturgis Museum Hall of Fame Inductees Valerie Thompson and Marilyn Stemp, Hall of Famer Gloria Struck, Candidate for US House of Representativesand current SD Secretary of State Shantel Krebs, Wild Gypsy Tour organizer and model Kelly Yazdi, “Drag Bike Girl” Elyse McKinnon, and bike builder and racer Savannah Rose. World speed record holders Laura Klock and Karlee Cobb will act as ride captains. The moto-centric event is an opportunity for those who love motorcycling to connect with women who are shaping the industry, driving change and breaking long-held traditions. THE BIKE SHOW AND “THE MORNING RIDE” KICKOFF All women are invited to enter their bikes in the first Women and Wheels™ Bike Show, presented by the Wild Gypsy Tour, at the Buffalo Chip’s CrossRoads. Awards will be presented at the lunch. Ride captains Laura Klock and Karlee Cobb will lead the “The Morning Ride™” from the CrossRoads through the picturesque Black Hills to the Lodge at Deadwood. “SHIFTING GEARS” AT THE LUNCH Attendees will enjoy a pampering at the Comfort Zone by Team Diva and a catered lunch at the Lodge at Deadwood. Alisa Clickenger and Leah Misch are among the panelists who have agreed to address the changes women riders are experiencing during a discussion titled “Shifting Gears.” Valerie Thompson and Marilyn Stemp will also be presenting updates on their stories and Gloria Struck will be signing copies of her new book “Gloria – A Lifetime Motorcyclist.” Additional special guests Shantel Krebs, Kelly Yazdi, Elyse

Hey, I often say we’re living is strange times. They are actually super-strange. It started with Helmet Laws in the ‘70s. The government just couldn’t allow freedom so Joan Claybrook came up with the Public Burden Theory. Accidents cost the public, quick pass a law. Some brothers still won’t go for the pay for insurance deal, to retain their freedom to choose. Some motorcycle rights organizations won’t fight for our freedom to choose and they buckled to insurance company threats. Maybe they wanted to make more money selling helmets? I don’t get it. Read more.

New and Used Slingshot Owners to Receive Free One-Year Membership; Inviting Owners to Help Shape the “Club Slingshot” Experience Polaris Slingshot, the open air, three-wheeled roadster that delivers “The Ultimate Joyride,” today announced Club Slingshot, a national owners group that is designed to embrace a strong, growing community and recognize the loyal Slingshot owners across the country. In its inaugural year, more than 25,000 new and used Slingshot owners will receive a complimentary one-year membership, which includes special offers, access to events and rides, as well as a first-edition Slingshot owners magazine. Read more.

“Yo,” Brad said. “I need to recoup some of my investment. Do you need a Panhead engine?” I about shit my pants. I had just scored a sharp rigid frame, a set of fatbobs, and I knew I had a 5-speed Softail transmission at the Bikernet Headquarters. What the fuck? Hell yes, I needed a Panhead engine! As it turned out, the engine was seriously incomplete, but with a good twist. The ’69, last kidney, Shovelhead right case was mated to a ’79 left case, which would allow me to run an alternator and Evo primaries. I hauled ass home from the swap meet and started to dig through drawers, cabinets, and lockers looking for parts. Read more.

In a night that saw nine Scout FTR750’s compete in the Main, Indian Motorcycle Racing’s Championship-winning race bike swept the podium at the Calistoga Half-Mile. Reigning 2017 American Flat Track (AFT) Champion Jared Mees edged out Roof Systems/Indian Motorcycle of Metro Milwaukee privateer Jeffrey Carver Jr. for his second consecutive first-place finish. Nila Racing/Columbia Avionics privateer Kenny Coolbeth Jr. placed third. Through the first few laps of the Main, Mees worked his way through traffic, ultimately passing Carver rounding a turn. Carver remained close behind and made several passing attempts in the final laps. Mees held on to edge our Carver and place atop of the podium yet again. “Following a third-place finish in the Semi, we made some slight adjustments before the Main,” said Mees. “It worked out well, and we were able to hold off Jeffrey. He was running fast all night. We’re stoked to come away with a win here, and look forward to the first mile of the season next weekend in Arizona.” Indian Motorcycle finished with seven Scout FTR750’s in the top 10, including all top five positions. Wrecking Crew rider Brad Baker bounced back after suffering a minor concussion in Texas with a strong fourth-place finish. In his first race on the Scout FTR750, privateer Davis Fisher locked in the fifth-place position. “It was an exciting night of racing, with a number of Scout FTR750 riders running fast,” said Gary Gray, Vice President – Racing, Technology & Service for Indian Motorcycle. “It was pretty cool to see Davis place in the top five in his first race on the FTR750. Coolbeth made some impressive passes to get to third, and Carver sure gave Mees a run for his money. I think this is a taste of what we all can expect over these next

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As you may know, many of your friends and fellow riders will be in Washington, DC next week participating in the ONLY national motorcycle lobby day – BIKERS INSIDE THE BELTWAY. If you can’t make it, you can still be a part of the action… To rev up (pun intended) support for this year’s event on May 15, we are asking you to send an email to your Senators and Representative as well as the President and Vice-President telling them WHY we are in town and WHAT we are asking. The work is already done for you. Simply click on the link below where you will be routed to a pre-drafted email that will be automatically be emailed to your elected officials upon your approval. It takes 1 minute. Do your part! And please feel free to pass this along! Don’t hesitate. This is our last week to spread the word….MOTORCYCLES ARE EVERYWHERE…even in our nation’s Capital. 🙂 Click HERE to tell them! Ride Free- Your Friends at the Motorcycle Riders Foundation