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Major V-Twin and Aftermarket Manufacturer Offers Emissions Expertise

MIC MEMBER SPOTLIGHT: S&S CYCLE Major V-Twin and Aftermarket Manufacturer Offers Emissions Expertise Many motorcyclists know S&S Cycle as the builder of a wide variety of powerful V-twin engines found in countless cruiser and custom bikes – and would instantly recognize the iconic teardrop air cleaner cover. But the nearly 70-year-old company has special relevance

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MRF Suggestions To DOT

In May, the Motorcycle Riders Foundation (MRF) submitted comments to the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) as part of the Trump Administration’s executive order regarding efficiency and deregulation. Within the framework of the request, the MRF submitted comments on rules instituted by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) and fuel economy standards. As you

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Bajaj to Acquire KTM

Current owner Stefan Pierer will completely exit KTM’s leadership in June Bajaj Auto is now acquiring Pierer Industries’ entire stake in the parent company of KTM, Husqvarna, and Gas Gas, in a breakthrough blockbuster deal estimated to be worth €800 million (US$901.8 million). This is expected to get completed by May 2026 with due regulatory

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Bajaj Auto Strengthens Hold on KTM, Injects €800 Million for Revival

Bajaj Auto is making a bold move to secure a majority stake in KTM, the globally renowned Austrian motorcycle brand. Through its Netherlands-based subsidiary, Bajaj Auto International Holdings BV (BAIHBV), the Indian automaker is transitioning from a minority investor to a key decision-maker in KTM’s parent company, aiming to steer the brand out of financial

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S&S CYCLE ANNOUNCES PROMOTION OF CHARLIE HADAYIA TO EXECUTIVE VICE-PRESIDENT

May 14, 2025, Viola, WI — S&S Cycle is excited to announce the promotion of Charlie Hadayia to Executive VP-Business Development effective April 14th, 2025. Hadayia spent time at S&S from 1998-2010 before returning in June, 2024. His prior tenure at S&S, combined with vast industry experience and relationships acquired during his time away put

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Bikers Inside the Beltway – Grassroots Activism At It’s Best

The Motorcycle Riders Foundation (MRF) and your State Motorcycle Rights Organization (SMRO) are committed to protecting the future of motorcyclists’ rights, with Calls-to-Action, educational workshops and showing up where it counts. The quest for freedom can never rest and the voice of the MRF will not be silent. The challenging work is never done. However,

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HARLEY-DAVIDSON IN TROUBLE

Harley-Davidson is Facing a Proxy Vote on Wednesday Board members need to hit the road, and if you want to read the back story check this link: https://www.wsj.com/business/inside-the-boardroom-eruption-harley-davidson-future-ceo-search-proxy-battle-e740b646?st=8AszSR&reflink=desktopwebshare_permalink As we all know, Harley-Davidson is not just a vehicle manufacturer. They build freedom. They construct an American icon. No vehicle in the world represents the American

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HEADS UP! SMK HITS USA

“I’ll tell you a funny story,” confides Shilpa Arora, President of Bikerz US Inc. Bikerz is the exclusive distributor for India’s largest helmet brand — SMK. “The SMK name actually comes from the initials of the founders. So “K” is the last name, which stands for Khurana. “S” is my brother Sidarth’s first initial, and

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RIDE TO WORK ACTION

Your city can support this event by proclamation, and also encourage riding by providing free motorcycle and scooter parking at municipal ramps and metered spaces on this day. Join hundreds of other communities as well as many motorcycle and scooter groups and organizations supporting this year’s Ride to Work Day. Reasons to encourage motorcycle and

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Harley-Davidson Boardroom Surprise

Director Quits, Demands CEO Ouster Harley-Davidson (NYSE:HOG) just made headlines for all the wrong reasons investors had hoped. A Board member Jared Dourdeville, who represents 9% shareholder H Partners, suddenly resigned after a furious fallout over CEO succession and the iconic American company’s direction. With a sharply worded letter, Dourdeville cited cultural depletion, executive turnover,

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MRF – Heartland Steam

Last weekend, ABATE of Iowa hosted the 35th Annual Heartland STEAM event in Bettendorf, IA. Riders from Illinois, Iowa, Minnesota, Nebraska, North Dakota, South Dakota, and Wisconsin gathered to share information about how the Motorcycle Riders Foundation (MRF) and state motorcyclist rights organizations are tackling issues facing the motorcycling community. A diverse set of presentations

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HARLEY REJOINS THE MARVEL UNIVERSE–But there’s more Zeitz is out!

At first, Captain America had gone old school on a 1942 WLA (known as the “Liberator”) in Captain America: The First Avenger, circa 2011. Very next year Steve Rodgers tools around on a 2012 Breakout Softail in The Avengers, and even more screen time and action in Captain America: The Winter Soldier circa 2014. Then

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Inaugural Heroes Honor Ride

Honor our nation’s heroes by joining your friends and special celebrity riders for a 40-mile escorted journey from the Center of the Nation Monument in Belle Fourche, SD to the legendary Sturgis Buffalo Chip. Ride alongside Chris Kael of Five Finger Death Punch! All registration donations directly support veterans and first responders. Spaces are limited

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MRF Road Show Update

The Motorcycle Riders Foundation (MRF) “Road Show” continues to march on. In the last few weeks, MRF board members have been meeting bikers across the country to share what we are up to in Washington, D.C. and learn what you care about back home. MRF President Kirk “Hardtail” Willard made the journey to the “Show

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HARLEY-DAVIDSON LET’S RIDE CHALLENGE RIDE FOR HEROES KICKS OFF

HARLEY-DAVIDSON LET’S RIDE CHALLENGE RIDE FOR HEROES KICKS OFF MARCH 28 Make Every Mile Count Toward a $1 Million Donation to Those Who Protect Us Harley-Davidson is proud to announce the 2025 Let’s Ride Challenge – Ride for Heroes, a powerful tribute to the military members, veterans, and first responders who sacrifice so much to

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