Vintage motorcycles and the men and women who love to race them will see more track time this summer in the AMA Vintage Motocross and AMA Vintage Hare Scrambles National Championship Series. The new series will kick off on May 4-5 in Athens, Ohio, and wrap up at AMA Vintage Motorcycle Days in Lexington, Ohio, on July 19-21. 

"Vintage racing is an important part of the AMA's past, present and future, and I'm pleased that we are able to expand our vintage motocross program into a series," said AMA Motocross Manager Kip Bigelow. "Our members have expressed considerable interest in more vintage racing and we're pleased to partner with an experienced promoter. I'm looking forward to some great racing on the track, as well as some invigorating bench racing and reminiscing about old times that goes hand-in-hand with the sport." 

Each round will feature two days of racing: vintage hare scrambles and motocross competition on Saturdays and post-vintage hare scrambles and motocross on Sundays. 

"Few pastimes are as liberating, exciting and fun as riding a dirtbike fast through the woods — just like when we were kids," said AMA Off-Road Manager Chuck Weir. "Vintage motorcycle competition remains one of the most accessible, affordable and least-intimidating ways to get involved in motorsports racing. I encourage all AMA members with a vintage motorcycle in their sheds to consider battling for an AMA Vintage National Championship in 2013. Who says you can't be young again?" 

AMA-chartered promoter Bart Newman from Log Road MX will serve as the series organizer in addition to hosting the second round on June 1-2. 

"The chance to be a part of the AMA Vintage National Championship Series has been in the works for a couple years," said Newman. "Assembling a group of fellow promoters with a passion for the sport was paramount in making this series a success, and we have done that. This four-race series incorporates hare scrambles, vintage motocross and modern support classes for riders from 10-years old to 100-years old. I am super pumped to be a part it." 

The AMA Vintage Motocross and AMA Vintage Hare Scrambles National Championship Series expand the AMA Vintage Grand Championships, held each summer at AMA Vintage Motorcycle Days. Previously, AMA-sanctioned vintage racing followed the AMA Grand Championship model, which has a long and proven history with premier events such as the AMA Amateur National Motocross Championships at Loretta Lynn's and the Dirt Track Grand Championships. 

The vintage motocross and hare scrambles series join the AMA Vintage Dirt Track National Championship Series, which is in its third year and also features a round at AMA Vintage Motorcycle Days. 

More information about the AMA Vintage Motocross and AMA Vintage Hare Scrambles National Championship Series can be found at www.americanmotorcyclist.com/racing/nationalchampionships/vintagenationals.aspx. 

AMA Vintage Motocross and AMA Vintage Hare Scrambles National Championship Series 

May 4-5: Action Sports, Athens, Ohio 

June 1-2: Log Road, Bronson, Mich. 

June 22-23: Lincoln Trails, Casey, Ill. 

July 19-21: Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course, Lexington, Ohio

Video posted on Vimeo by Richard Grabbe

On sept. 17 2011 a group of guys From a Blog deemed the White Knights In the House of Kolor, from Brooklyn, New York put on a great motorcycle show called the Brooklyn invitational. My bike No. 9 was one of the 20 or so bikes that was invited to this extremely masterful production. Other big names such as Paul cox, Keino, Tom Fugle, Lock Baker, And many many more,were there to be a part of the show. While I was there I decided to take as much footage as I could to put this short video together. I don't think this show will ever be topped as far as the variety of the builders that they invite and the different minds and cultures that come together in one spot to share in a common interest of custom motorcycles. It is a great honor on my part to be amongst these people that have inspired me so much. This video is a sort of token of gratitude for the experience of getting to be a part of it. Thank you Wes, Jeffrey, John, and Keino for having me again

Brooklyn Invitational from Richard Grabbe on Vimeo.

Too much motorbiking can easily turn into no biking at all, or at least that's how things are moving in France. Alain Perret, prefect of Lower-Rhine region in France, wants to ban the access of motorcycles in the high mountain passes of the Vosgi during weekends. The only high passes remaining unaffected by such law initiative are Sainte-Marie-aux-Mines, Bonhomme and Bussang.

Now, before we get to tourists and Human Rights, what would happen to the guys living and working in the area and riding motorcycles? Are they going to apply for some special permits allowing them to ride to work or see their relatives, or what?

The French Motorcycling Federation and the French Federation of Pissed Motorcyclists (who have a long and funny history in protests against stupid French laws) have already filed complaints against such a law. 

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Custom Design Studio Kirk Taylor and the crew at Custom Design Studio are at it again and have come up with a new velocity stack called “Dicks Cool Unit” that bolts directly on to a Mikuni Carburetor. It is machined from aircraft grade aluminum and CNC cut to precision. They are also offering up an adapter that will allow “Dicks Cool Unit” to bolt up to CV and S&S carburetors. They are raw aluminum so you can paint, polish or plate to your needs. Available in fuel injection and carbureted versions.

Price: Velocity Stack $199, Adapter $99, New E.T.E.F.I. Adapter 08 and up $150

Contact:
www.customdesignstudios.com
(415) 382-6662
customdesignstudio@sbcglobal.net

Sturgis Motorcycle Rally, Inc. (SMRi) opens the new year by welcoming Sturgis native Bill Phillips as the newest board member to the organization's all-volunteer board. A prominent real estate developer in the Sturgis area, Phillips is excited to join the SMRi board and looks forward to helping the organization in its efforts to promote, grow and strengthen the Sturgis® Motorcycle Rally(TM) and provide a charitable return for the greater Sturgis area.

Phillips resides in Sturgis with his wife and two children, and puts an emphasis on family and community. "I love living here and enjoy everything Sturgis and the Black Hills have to offer." Phillips has traveled the world as a member of the Air National Guard, while still enlisted he decided to return to Sturgis after growing up here. He attended grade school and high school here, and later graduated from Black Hills State University in 1999 with a degree in administration. As a partner in The Real Estate Center of Sturgis since 2003, he has been involved in numerous real estate development projects within the Northern Black Hills area. He is a member of the National Association of Realtors and the Northern Hills Realtor Association Board, where he served as a Sturgis area director. He also a partner in a local outfitting business, Empty Brass Outfitters, where he gets to share his passion for the outdoors.

As a member of SMRi's board of directors, Phillips looks forward to contributing to the board's efforts. He has supported for the community by being involved in a variety of area organizations and developments. He's no stranger to actively serving his community, including time as a Sturgis Chamber Board Member and as a member of the City of Sturgis Sign Ordinance Committee. He also enjoys giving back to youth in the community by sharing his love of the outdoors and sports. He is a Sturgis Little League coach and board member and a Sturgis youth basketball coach, as well as a Black Hills Area Instructor for Junior Achievement.
Given his experience and deep local roots, Phillips was an obvious choice to join SMRi.  "We are excited to welcome Phillips' expertise and home-grown take on serving Sturgis and its people." Said SMRi chairman, Dean Kinney.

Specially designed for the Honda Gold Wing 1800, the Cobra GL 1800 tires from Avon Motorcycle Tyres are the perfect choice for the rigorous demands of the powerful launches, fast acceleration, hard cornering and hard braking of this powerful bike.

When compared to the stock tires, the Cobra GL 1800 rear tire offers an increased load index of 80 to handle nearly 1,000 pounds. A triple compound, including a longer lasting compound in the center, softer shoulder compound for improved grip and cornering performance, and a third compound underneath, work together to reduce tire temperature and increase mileage. This six-ply tire includes two Aramid belts and a nylon belt to reinforce and stabilize the tire carcass, reduce tire flex under heavier loads, and provide a more comfortable ride. Force Following Grooves transmit energy across the surface of the tire for even wear and longer life.

“It’s important to use a model-specific tire for the Honda Gold Wing 1800 because this bike places rigorous demands on the tires,” stated Sukoshi Fahey, Sales & Marketing Manager, Avon Tyres. “This bike is fast and powerful. The Cobra GL 1800 tires have been developed with big, solid blocks of rubber to resist irregular wear, the elimination of the center groove for better handling in the wet and on irregular surfaces, and an increased load index for the rear tire.”  

The Cobra GL 1800 tires are available in size 130/70R18 (#90000001167) front, and size 180/60R16 (#90000001418) rear. Both include the popular Cobra snakeskin effect sidewall for the ultimate style. For more information about Avon Motorcycle Tyres, visit http://www.avonmoto.com. To find a dealer near you, visit http://www.avonmoto.com/where-to-buy. 

It’s been a great journey for Rivera Primo, after 40 years in the business of speed and custom parts for American V-twin motorcycles.

Dealers, make sure to stop by booth 508 at V-Twin Expo to place your orders. Rivera Primo is offering show specials this year:

—Place an order at V-Twin Expo, and for every $500 ordered, you will receive a ticket for a drawing to win a $400 gift certificate.

—Buy 3 Pro Clutches™ and get the fourth Pro Clutch™ free.

—Buy 2 Stiffey’s™ get the third one free.

There will be drawings all through the show hours for free stuff!

Come join the Rivera Primo crea at the 2013 Cincinatti V Twin Expo for their 40th Anniversary Shindig.

Join the folks at Rivera Primo for hors d’oeuvres and drinks at the Cincinatti Hilton Netherlands Hotel on Saturday evening from 8-10PM.  You will meet their crack sales staff, Yesenia, Rose and Ben. Feel free to ask them the questions that you couldn’t get straight answers to from other manufacturers!

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