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The iconic U.S. brand Indian Motorcycles is back and coming to a dealership in Pompano Beach. A new store offering 2014 models of the heavyweight bikes officially opens this weekend, with “Demo Days” celebrations on Saturday from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Festivities at Indian Motorcycle of Pompano Beach, at 5111 N. Federal Highway, include a fundraiser for the Big Bike Riders Children’s Foundation. At the Pompano Beach store, general manager Ron Catronio said some area residents already have pre-ordered bikes, largely men in the 35-to-64 age range. Some World War II veterans and seniors have stopped in to reminisce, including a 96-year-old who used to ride in Wisconsin. “The bike has its own personality and following,” said Catronio. “It’s almost like a romance factor.” Indian Motorcycle plans to reach 140 dealerships nationwide this year. Besides the Pompano Beach store that employs seven people, there also are Florida dealers in Miami, Daytona Beach and Ocala.   Advertisement

Yes, the brother of Billy Lane, a bike builder know by many with quite a history, built this terrific bike now owned by Ray Llanes. Here’s a little history of the bike. The bike was ridden by Ray’s father-in-law, who had a bike shop in Miami in the ‘70s. It was owned by a club member and had come into the shop for work. But the owner ended up in prison for the long haul and never picked it up. The owner had told Ray’s father-in-law to keep it running, so he did, riding it regularly. Read more Advertisement

The city will spend more than $2.6 million on at least 100 Harley-Davidson motorcycles to replenish the Highway Patrol Unit’s current fleet. The NYPD traditionally uses the Harley-Davidson Road King and Electra Glide. Officials say the hogs are used to patrol streets and highways, escort dignitaries and lead parades. Read More

Usually the inside of the saddle bag is the least noticed of any bike. Add a little touch with our Trask tether straps. Made of quality material and stitching. Black & Red $49.95 p/n TM-2043 Advertisement  

Hell’s Foundry introduces Hellacious Lighting Systems line for Road Glide, featuring Hella® Premium 90mm projector lamps (Bi-Halogen or Bi-Zenon HID); CCFL Halo Rings (Angel Eyes); Plug and play wiring; Mounting plate and hardware; Dramatic trim/styling (Predator pictured)  All systems take less than an hour to install and provide dramatic styling and performance improvement over the stock headlamp assembly. Finish choices: Gloss Black or Primed for paint  Available directly from Hell’s Foundry or via Drag Specialties dealers worldwide  For additional information: www.hellsfoundry.com or 866.999.HELL (4355).

Supreme Legends USA introduces its Misfit Series 2 & 3 Bagger forward controls for FLH & FLT models. These controls are a perfect accent to Supreme’s Misfit Series floorboards, rear boards and highway/passenger pegs. With 1” extended length on all arms and 3 position adjustability on the brake pedal, these controls are just begging to be ridden. As with all Supreme products these are machined from 100% American billet and include an 18 month warranty! Available in Chrome or Supreme’s Bright Dip black anodized finishes for ’00-14 model years. Stay tuned for more new products for your bagger! Please visit www.supremelegendsusa.com for further information or call (714) 504-0715 for details.  

Performance exhaust leader Magnaflow has just partnered with Arlen Ness Motorcycles to manufacture and sell a complete line of co-branded exhaust products. Known as Arlen Ness by Magnaflow, the high-performance, high-quality, made in the USA exhaust systems will be designed by Arlen Ness for American V-Twin motorcycles. The new product line will make its world debut on the National Geographic Channel’s Let It Ride series starring Zach Ness on October 24, 2013. Magnaflow has been a leader in exhaust performance, technology, design and manufacturing for over 30 years. Arlen Ness is an icon in the custom motorcycle world with a 40 plus year history of building custom bikes and high end parts and accessories. For more information and to see the new Arlen Ness by Magnaflow products visit www.MagnaFlow.com Magnaflow, The Original American Performance Exhaust® with superior Quality, Power and Sound® has been the number one choice for over 30 years for those demanding maximum performance. Founded in 1981, today Magnaflow is a global leader in American-made high-performance exhaust systems and catalytic converters. Headquartered in Rancho Santa Margarita, California, Magnaflow drives innovative exhaust design and engineering from their campus of buildings that includes a 350,000 sq. ft. state-of-the-art manufacturing facility that sets the industry standard for technology and precision craftsmanship, a 100,000 sq. ft. catalytic converter laboratory and manufacturing facility, a 90,000 sq. ft. research and development technology center and a 35,000 sq. ft. media center. Focused on moving the V-Twin motorcycle market forward, Magnaflow offers innovative designs that generate unparalleled performance and deep, rich, powerful American Musclesound. “Magnaflow is thrilled to partner with the legendary Arlen Ness,” states Chris McGee, Magnaflow’s Motorcycle Division Director. “With Arlen’s trend-setting, timeless designs and Magnaflow’s R&D, engineering, manufacturing and customer service capabilities, we have combined for one of the most powerful product launches in

A recent survey found that more than three-fourths of Americans fear that E15 fuel may damage car engines and fuel system components, the American Motorcyclist Association reports.  Also, more than two-thirds of those surveyed believe that using more corn for ethanol production could force up food prices, the AMA said. E15 is a fuel blend of 15 percent ethanol and 85 percent gasoline that the federal Environmental Protection Agency has approved for use in 2001-and-newer passenger vehicles. Ethanol is grain alcohol produced from crops such as corn that is mixed with gasoline to produce an ethanol-gasoline blend motor fuel. E15 is not approved for use in any motorcycles, all-terrain vehicles, boats, lawn mowers and other small engines. Since 2011, the AMA has repeatedly expressed concerns to government officials and federal lawmakers about possible damage to the estimated 22 million motorcycles and ATVs currently in use by the inadvertent use of E15, which is now becoming available at gas stations. The survey findings were released on Oct. 2 by the American Petroleum Institute, which sponsored the poll. The API is a national trade association that represents America’s oil and natural gas industry. Some 77 percent of registered voters are concerned that ethanol blends above a 10 percent level can cause severe damage to engines and fuel system components, according to the poll. Also, 69 percent of those surveyed said that using more corn for ethanol production could increase consumer prices for groceries due to a reduction in the corn supply for food, food products and animal feed. The survey was conducted by telephone between Sept. 19-23 by Harris Interactive. Pollsters surveyed 1,034 registered voters across the country. The survey has a sampling error of plus or minus 3 percent, which means that the results could vary by 3 percent either way

Auction house Bonhams said it sold a 1966 Norton 350 Manx racing motorcycle for £61,980, or about $100,000, during a sale in Stafford, England. The sale price, which was double the top estimate, is a new auction record for a Norton Manx. The sale also reflects the rising status of motorcycles, especially racing models, on the collectible market. British motorcycle maker Norton was famous for the Manx racing models it turned out from the late 1940s through the early 1960s. These bikes were best known for their success in the challenging, dangerous Isle of Man TT road race. They have also been sought for decades by collectors who race vintage motorcycles because they are competitive against other designs of the era. This particular bike was raced by Joe Dunphy and Keith Heckles with the famous tuner Francis Beart tweaking its engine to boost its performance.

One of a kind long distance endurance ride for motorcycles is still “The Toughest Ride for the Toughest Riders on Earth!” Planning for the 2014 Hoka Hey Motorcycle Challenge(TM) is currently underway and applications are now being accepted for participation in this extraordinary endurance rally. While planning for the 2014 event, organizers have carefully reviewed the last four years to identify improvements to be made going forward. A communication addressing the facts surrounding the event can be read at HokaHeyChallenge.com. Director of Operations, Beth Durham states, “The Medicine Show LLC has formed a new Board of Directors and we are doing everything in our power to position the Hoka Hey Motorcycle Challenge(TM) as an annual, iconic experience that makes history in the annals of American motorcycling.” The Hoka Hey Motorcycle Challenge(TM) is the first of its kind – a long distance endurance ride designed to pit participants against the road and Mother Nature. By getting riders out of their comfort zone, the Hoka Hey Motorcycle Challenge(TM) not only opens the participants’ eyes to the deplorable conditions on remote Indian reservations around America but it brings out the riders’ own true character as well. The warrior spirit will always surface for any one that runs the Challenge with integrity, tenacity and heart. A photo gallery, the riders lists and some stories about how the event impacted the riders can be found on the event website. These are the stories that must be read in order to understand the significance of the platform that the Hoka Hey Motorcycle Challenge(TM) offers. The 2014 event begins on July 20, 2014 and covers a little over 7,500 miles between Key West, FL and Homer, AK – using a new route to connect two favorite destinations. This year, all riders who follow the rules of engagement”