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Indian Motorcycle of Houston SW will offer Houston-area motorcycling enthusiasts the opportunity to see, feel and test ride the all-new 2014 Indian Chief models, which were unveiled on August 3, 2013 at the Sturgis Motorcycle Rally. Under the new ownership and brand stewardship of Polaris Industries, the world’s leading manufacturer of Powersports equipment, the Indian Motorcycle brand is back and more powerful than ever and the three stunning new Indian Chief models are destined to be among the year’s hottest new bikes. Members of the local press and qualified local riders are encouraged to experience firsthand these history-making motorcycles – up close and personal. Demo Days Event Details: Friday, November 15 from 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Press Preview: 12:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. Saturday, November 16 from 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Press Preview: 12:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. Where: Indian Motorcycle of Houston SW 7320 SW Freeway Houston, TX 77074 Members of the Indian Motorcycle of Houston SW team will be available throughout the event, but representatives of the local press are encouraged to participate during the Local Press Previews referenced above. The dealership management and staff will be highly accessible to the press at that time, and the new 2014 Indian Chief models will be on-hand for photography or demo rides (with valid motorcycle endorsement and proper riding gear). Food and entertainment will be provided. Advertisement

From Twisted Biker Werks, Big Island, Hawaii This all began 38 years ago on the Big Island of Hawaii. Chris Calicdan’s dad, a phone company lineman, rode a raked-out Panhead at the time. Chris, at 2-years-old, stumbled into the garage as his father’s engineer boot kicked the starter lever and that rigid, with upsweeps, fired to life. It was the first time Chris shit his pants and meant it. The sparkling chrome locomotive on two wheels was reminiscent of a land mind going off in front of a lizard on a nearby rock. His life would never be the same. Continue reading

Roaring Toyz announced today a special year end dealer discount that’s good throughout 2014! We are giving all our customers the chance to make more money and increase their profitability next year by offering dealers an additional 10% off all Roaring Toyz Pin Stripe Series products purchased throughout 2014. All you have to do to qualify for this special offer is order $500.00 of our new line of Pin Stripe Series products from now until March 31, 2014. Once you order $500.00, you will be guaranteed an additional 10% off all Roaring Toyz Pin Stripe Series billet parts and accessories purchased throughout 2014. Don’t lose out on this special offer…call Roaring Toyz today! You can reach them at 941-953-4423, email them at robert@roaringtoyz.com or check them out online at www.roaringtoyz.com

The migration to online commerce is a phenomenon that has transformed the marketplace over the last decade and has become a permanent fixture in the world of retailing. Like any change, there are disadvantages. Often times, in an effort to offer the widest variety of product choices, it can become a challenge as a buyer to make up your mind which way to go. Most customers, particularly in our world, historically had enough familiarity with their bikes and their preferences to make a sound decision between the OEM brand and maybe two or three options offered at a local dealer.  Love it or hate it, we’re not in that world anymore.  On the upside, you have tons of options; on the downside, you have TONS of options.  So which way do you go?  That’s the beauty of our product review section. Read More Advertisement

Polaris Industries Inc. (NYSE: PII) today announced that it has purchased all of Fuji Heavy Industries Ltd.’s (“FHI”) 3.96 million shares of Polaris’ common stock for a purchase price of $497.5 million, thereby reducing its outstanding share count by approximately six percent.  Polaris funded this purchase with a combination of cash on hand and $250 million of borrowings under the Company’s revolving credit facility. Polaris and FHI have a long successful engine supplier relationship dating back to 1968, when FHI began manufacturing Polaris’ exclusive “Star” engine.  FHI was the sole manufacturer of Polaris’ engines from 1968 to 1995, at which time Polaris gradually began to produce its own engines for select models.  For model year 2013, FHI supplied approximately one-fourth of Polaris’ engines used in a number of models of snowmobiles and off-road vehicles.  For model year 2014 and beyond, the Company anticipates that the percentage of FHI-supplied engines will decline further as Polaris continues to significantly expand its own engine portfolio. Scott Wine, Polaris’ Chairman and CEO stated, “FHI has been a valued partner and long-term engine supplier since 1968 and a significant, loyal and stable shareholder since we first began trading as a public company in 1987.  FHI approached us with the opportunity to repurchase their entire block of Polaris stock at a negotiated discount to the most recent average market price.  Our decision to repurchase these shares demonstrates not only the confidence we have in the fundamentals of our business, but also our long-term growth prospects and the commitment we have to provide an above-average return to our shareholders.  However, this opportunistic share repurchase transaction in no way signals a change in our strategic direction.  We continue to believe there are abundant opportunities to further expand and diversify our businesses both organically and through acquisitions and we

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Harley-Davidson Inc. has issued another safety recall on its 2014 Project Rushmore motorcycles, this one for a defect that could result in the loss of brake fluid. The recall is for trikes manufactured from July 24 through Sept. 2, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. The recall affects 436 cycles manufactured during this period. Due to an incorrectly machined part, the trike may have an excessive steering angle that allows the inner fairing to come into contact with a brake fluid reservoir, resulting in a loss of fluid. Also, the steering damper may be damaged. This is the second recall of Project Rushmore motorcycles. Last month, Harley recalled about 29,000 bikes and trikes for hydraulic clutch system problems. With the trike recall, Harley-Davidson will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the trikes and make the necessary repairs free of charge, according to NHTSA

Harley-Davidson rider Ed Krawiec wrapped up the 2013 NHRA Mello Yello Drag Racing Series season with a win at the Auto Club of Southern California NHRA Finals at Auto Club Raceway. Krawiec rode a V-Rod motorcycle to defeat Quality Tire Buell rider Scott Pollacheck in the final round of eliminations. “My theory for the weekend was to come out and do the best I can, and we got a win and finished third in the points for the season,” said Krawiec, the defending NHRA Pro Stock Motorcycle champion. “This was my sixth straight final at Pomona and I’m three-and-three, so I like my chances here.” Krawiec qualified sixth for the event with an Elapsed Time (ET) of 6.893 seconds. Harley-Davidson rider Andrew Hines qualified the team’s other V-Rod in 12th position with an ET of 6.940 seconds. Lucas Oil Buell rider Hector Arana Jr. led all qualifiers with a best run of 6.818 seconds. On Sunday, Hines lost to Lucas Oil Buell rider Hector Arana Sr. in the first round of eliminations after a tense staging battle on the starting line “Hector has a fast bike, so I knew I’d have to try and win at the starting line,” said Hines. “I also tried to play a few games with him in staging to throw him off, but that didn’t work this time.” Krawiec started the Sunday rounds with a holeshot win over Mercedes-Benz Elite Suzuki rider Steve Johnson, and advanced to his fourth final-round appearance of the season with wins over Viper Motorcycle Company Buell rider John Hall and Sovereign-Star Racing Buell rider Michael Ray. Krawiec won the final with a 6.918 ET to 6.963 for Pollacheck. It was the second event win of the season for Krawiec, and the 22nd of his NHRA career Krawiec presented his race-win Wally trophy to

Jason Nichols of PowerSport Support is pleased to announce the addition of Joe Distefano and his Pro Riders Marketing Group to the team. “We feel our product is the most comprehensive and easy to use tool in the industry for facilitating  online sales in the powersport / motorcycle business. We know Joe can get the message to the masses and provide a valuable service for PSS, our customers, and the industry in general. As he uses his extended reach to bring our message to the dealers around the world, their profits and businesses will grow.” said Jason Nichols. Joe Distefano states, “I am glad to be part of such a cool project. I have seen all of the similar products available and feel this one would suit my needs best as a dealer in the powersport industry. Assisting in the initial set up of literally hundreds of retail stores in the past 25 + years and running my own shop, I can tell you, this is a tool I would not want to be without. As I always tell clients and my industry associates………if I am a believer, I can enthusiastically market and sell anything. Well, I am a believer in the Powersport Support technology. As my business card says, we only represent the best in the business.That being said, I feel this is a perfect compliment and an already impressive group of top flight manufacturers and organizations in our client portfolio.” Our application is a breakthrough web platform that will help you tap into revenues from over 350,000 products that your prospects want and need. For further information on the company, the service / application and how to become a PSS equipt dealer, you can contact Joe Distefano at 319-389-0798 or email proridersmarketing@sbcglobal.net. Also feel free to contact the company directly at 888-525-9214

Barnett’s new Scorpion Lock-up clutch for the ’90-’97 Harley Davidson Big Twins features a re-designed billet aluminum lock-up pressure plate that is designed to fit under the stock primary cover. No need to change or modify your cover! As with all Scorpion clutches, the surface area is greatly increased and lever effort is kept to a minimum. Three different coil spring sets provide a wide variety of spring pressure options allowing you to tune the clutch for stock to 200+ HP applications. A steel inner hub is also included to complete the unit. Like all Scorpion clutches, it is designed to fit into the stock type clutch basket. The versatility of the Scorpion makes it an excellent choice for stock to big inch motors and ideal for Baggers, two up riding and pulling a heavy load. In addition, the lock-up pressure plate is also available separately as a retro-fit to existing Scorpion clutches. As with all Barnett products, this clutch is proudly made in the USA. Part #608-30-23090 MSRP: $837 Barnett Clutches & Cables 2238 Palma Dr. Ventura, CA 93003 Ph: 805-642-9435 Fax: 805-642-9436 www.barnettclutches.com