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American Motorcyclist Association members who want to know where candidates stand on motorcycling related issues heading into Election Day should check out the 2012 AMA Voter Guide. The online tool is an exclusive benefit of AMA membership. Motorcycle-only checkpoints, restricted recreational access to public lands and health insurance discrimination against motorcyclists are just some of the issues used to rate federal congressional (and soon, state gubernatorial and presidential candidates) in the 2012 AMA Voter Guide.  "The 2012 AMA Voter Guide gives AMA members important information about political candidates," said Wayne Allard, a former U.S. representative and U.S. senator from Colorado who now serves as the AMA vice president for government relations. "The guide includes a rating for every federal candidate of the major political parties who returned an AMA questionnaire. Very soon we'll be adding the gubernatorial and presidential candidates as well."  The AMA 2012 Voter Guide is part of the AMA "Vote Like A Motorcyclist" campaign to help members decide how to cast their ballots in the upcoming elections. "The AMA is a non-partisan organization and doesn't make political endorsements," explained Allard. "But we do provide tools to help our members make informed choices on Election Day and offer tips for getting involved in campaigns.  "The rating shows how closely the candidates' answers align with AMA positions," Allard said. "The 2012 AMA Voter Guide also features scorecards for federal incumbents seeking re-election that shows how closely their voting records and other actions match the positions held by the AMA."  Voting and getting involved politically are important because the results of Election Day lay the foundation for legislation and laws, Allard added. If anti-motorcycling candidates earn elected office, then they could legislate away opportunities to ride, cut back or eliminate funding for rider safety training, or even wipe out other programs […]

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  Free events all weekend include a first look at H-D’s 2013 models, a 110th Anniversary Kick-off Party, live music, group rides and some of the coolest customized motorcycles in the country    MILWAUKEE (Aug. 16, 2012) – The Harley-Davidson Museum is the place to be this Labor Day weekend as it showcases some of the greatest customized motorcycles in the country during an expanded, three-day Custom Bike Show Weekend. The weekend’s activities begin on Thursday, Aug. 30, with the largest Bike Night of the summer that includes a party kicking off a year of 110thAnniversary global fan-driven celebrations and the first public preview of the new 2013 Harley-Davidson® models.   On Friday, Aug. 31, and Saturday, Sept. 1, the Museum partners with AMD™, an organizer of premiere international bike shows, to bring some of the best professional bike builders in the business to Milwaukee. This two-day Pro Build show displays must-see motorcycles that are truly rolling sculptures and works of art.   On Sunday, Sept. 2, an amateur build show takes place with an opportunity for custom motorcycle owners from all over the country to show off their work. Registration information for both shows is available at h-dmuseum.com. All proceeds from the amateur show registrations on Sunday benefit the Muscular Dystrophy Association.   The AMD™ Affiliate Pro Builder Competition and the amateur show are free and open to the public.  Saturday and Sunday also feature custom culture artists such as Pinstripe Legends, Rocking K Custom Leather, Salvaggio Custom and more.   “The Harley-Davidson Museum is the place to be during the Labor Day holiday as we host our expanded Custom Bike Show Weekend,” said Bill Davidson, Vice President of the Harley-Davidson Museum. “This weekend offers something for everyone, and gives visitors a chance to see the more artistic side of motorcycling through the professional and amateur custom bike

Rumors have been floating around that STD Development (division of Spyke, Inc.), was working on a new inner primary case and here it is. The hi-tech primary was developed to be a direct bolt-on to 1965-1969 Big Twin engines that are equipped with generator and electric starter. The new STD primary case is made from a premium quality 355 aircraft aluminum casting and then precision machined to guaranty a perfect fit. STD’s inner primary case is available in a natural aluminum cast finish and replaces P/N60617-65A. All STD products are made in the USA. Suggested retail on the new primary, P/N 19040001 is $479.95. For complete details contact Spyke at 562-803-1700, e-mail to martint@spykeinc.com or catch STD online at WWW.STDDEVELOPMENT.COM

Perewitz has just released a slick sequential directional flasher package for baggers and other machines fit with a fairing. The Sequential Lighting Kit consists of 3 individual LED lights that are quick and easy DIY project. All you have to do is identify the location and proper spacing for each light. Drill a 3/16” hole for each and silicone them in place from the back side. There are 3 LED lights wired together as one unit with one lead and a sequential module built in. To simplify installation on all models, Perewitz recommends using their optional Badland’s flasher unit.  Perewitz Sequential Lights are available in red or amber and are sold in pairs, one set for each side, for $280.00. For complete details call direct to 508-697-3595. Before you pick up the phone catch the install on face book atwww.facebook.com/perewitz or at http://youtube/NUVsNMVPYCI

Advanstar Communications, the producer of the world’s largest and longest-running powersports show tour, has expanded its Progressive® International Motorcycle Shows® nationwide tour to include two new markets popular with those who love motorcycling – Atlanta and Indianapolis.

You don’t want to miss this one. The first shots of the Bonne Bell completed paint.

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Famed Grand Prix motorcycle tuner Derek "Nobby" Clark has been elected to the AMA Motorcycle Hall of Fame in a supplemental vote, the American Motorcycle Heritage Foundation reports.  "Derek 'Nobby' Clark stands shoulder-to-shoulder with roadracing's most enduring legends, and played a key role in successes that will go down in history among the greatest of the sport," said Jeffrey V. Heininger, chairman of the AMHF. "It's time for Mr. Clark to take his rightful place among the many legends who embody the AMA Motorcycle Hall of Fame."  For 25 years, Clark was one of the world's leading motorcycle race mechanics. In addition to being a part of 17 FIM Grand Prix world championships, earned in classes ranging from 50cc to 500cc, his teams won three Daytona 200s, one Daytona 100, four Imola 200s and eight Italian championships. Clark not only excelled at the highest level, but also worked with some of the greatest motorcycle racers in history, including Hall of Famers Mike Hailwood, Giacomo Agostini and Kenny Roberts.  "It certainly was a surprise," Clark said. "I'm very excited, and I'm looking forward to being in Las Vegas for the induction ceremony and seeing my old friends. I haven't seen quite a few of them for quite awhile, so it's going to be like a family reunion."  Clark also expressed his appreciation for the support he received during the supplemental vote process.  "I'd like to thank everybody who supported me," Clark said. "I admire them, and I respect them, and I hope they all come back to the Hall of Fame. In my opinion, all of them are legends, and I respect them not just for what they've done in racing, but for what they've done for motorcycling in general. Motorcycling is a big family, and that is something we are privileged