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The Snake: A FLHX Street Glide

  From Hot Rod Harley-Davidson, Muskegon, Minnesota In a sea of custom bikes, Snake, the 2011 Harley-Davidson FLHX Street Glide from Hot Rod Harley-Davidson, rivets your attention like a 50/50 ice cream bar on a 90-degree summer day. The Tangelo Orange House of Kolor paint shimmers in the sun and is contrasted with the tribal graphics, which are integrated with painted carbon fiber panels. When you first look at the bike it looks like a highly detailed standard bagger, the fit and finish is carefully refined. But after a few minutes you begin to notice it isnā€™t standard at all. Itā€™s integrated so well it almost looks like what should roll off the factory assembly-line. CLICK HERE TO READ ARTICLE ...
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V-Twin Expo ā€” Hyatt Regency Cincinnati Completes Renovations

Hotel boasts 491 fully renovated rooms, all new lobby and the Red Roost Tavern, a new upscale, farm to table style restaurant and The Market featuring an on-the-go dining option for busy tradeshow attendees. Just in time for the 14th annual V-Twin Expo, the HyattRegency Cincinnati announces the completion of renovations to its lobby and existing guest rooms. All 491-guest rooms are furnished in neutral tones with red accents and incorporate new bedding, wall coverings, drapes, workstations, carpeting, mini-refrigerators, safes and LG 42ā€ flat screen areas for guests to gather. The new front desk, check in area features pods to allow for front desk associate and guest interaction. In addition, Cincinnati inspired artwork is featured throughout the property. The completion ...
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ThunderMax is the Key to Better V-twin Performance

The ThunderMaxĀ® EFI system includes a new, pre-programmed ThunderMaxĀ® ECM loaded with a dedicated base map developed by Zipper's Performance Products specifically for this kit (add optional AutoTune for full time closed-loop AFR correction!) What you feel is super smooth power and drivability at any RPM due to the extra-wide torque curve and our high-resolution base map. Twist the grip on your Twin CamĀ®, and Unleash the Power - It's a blast to ride! Click Here to Learn More about the ThunderMaxĀ® EFI System! Advertisement
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BMW Offers A CafƩ Racer You Can Customize

We live and love V-twins cruisers, here at Bikernet, but some of us (well, that's Ā me) also dig a more spirited kind of ride. Although I usually don't associate Beemers with cool and sexy, Bavarian Motor Works just made a liar out of me by releasing a jaw-dropping boxer twin modern-day cafĆ© racer. BeholdĀ the new BMW R nineT. BMW says this classic flat twin combines the best of two worlds: timeless, classic design and proven, yet modern technology. The 2-cylinder 4-stroke flat twin will bring a smile to every riderā€™s face with its powerful acceleration and the distinctive, unmistakable sound. Numerous details highlight the love and passion for the art of motorcycle construction: classic round instruments, unpainted, massive aluminium parts, ...
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Harley-Davidson Issues Voluntary Safety Recall

Harley-DavidsonĀ is acting quickly to address potential safety issues by voluntarily recalling some 2014 Touring motorcycles equipped with a hydraulic clutch system that may pose a safety issue for riders and/or passengers. The recalls include a Do Not Ride notice to owners and a Do Not Deliver notice to Harley-Davidson dealers until the motorcycle is fixed. ā€œThe safety of our customers is our highest priority,ā€ said Tony Wilcox, Harley-Davidson General Manager of Motorcycle New Product Delivery. ā€œWe have identified potential safety issues and are moving quickly to notify our customers and dealers. The inspection and repair of these motorcycles is extremely important, so itā€™s critical that our customers with affected vehicles contact their dealers immediately. We apologize for this circumstance. The ...
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HALF THE WHEELS TWICE THE FUN: Enterprise Motorcycle Rentals

Introducing Motorcycle Rentals by Enterprise. Now you can hit the road the way you really want to by renting a variety of late model Harley-Davidson motorcycles from our Flamingo Road branch, located just minutes from the famed Las Vegas Strip. Experience Vegas and all its nearby attractions the way it was meant to be experienced: wide open. For more information about Enterprise, visit www.enterprise.com.
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NEW INFO ON: ZIPPER'S Red Shift Dual Piston Cam Chain Tensioners

New Red Shift Dual Piston Hydraulic Cam Chain Tensioners are the "Go-To" product for all Twin Cam engines using hydraulic chain tensioners. This revolutionary new design is simple and effective, improving cam chain tension stability, hydraulic performance, and valve train control for a quieter, better running engine. Benefits Include - Dual Piston Design Eliminates Chain Instability & Tensioner Shoe "Rocking" - Facilitates Accurate Cam Timing Events for Both Cylinders - Tolerates Common Crankshaft Run-Out (Unlike Gear-Drive Cams) - Improves Throttle Response, Acceleration and Across-The-Board Power - Larger Reservoir Increases Oil Flow to the Tensioners for Better Hydraulic Performance - Precision CNC Machined and Made From Superior Materials Patent # 8,535,187 For dealer info: http://www.zippersperformance.com/
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Upcoming TV Shows Filmed At Sturgis Buffalo Chip Feature Rally Highlights

A wide array of television programs will feature the Legendary Sturgis Buffalo ChipĀ® in episodes to air in the coming months. The world-class concerts, crazy contests, daring stunts, and unique culture of the Sturgis campgroundā€™s Motorcycle and Music Festival have been featured in dozens of cable television programs throughout the years and will again be when upcoming Travel Channelā€™s Top Gear hits TV Oct. 22, when CMTā€™s Orange County Choppers hits mid November, and as more features follow suit. This year, the nation will be able to watch more Sturgis Rally footage from the Buffalo Chip than ever before.Ā  Top Gear will wrap up its fourth season on History Channel later this month with an episode filmed at the Buffalo ...
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Love Ride Update ā€” Peter Fonda Ride-In Bike Show

Entry fee is $10 per motorcycle. Bikes ride-in 8 am to 10:30 am. Winners in 7 categories will receive a tour of Jay Leno's garage, plus other prizes.Ā  What makes this showĀ  soĀ special compared to other years is the high caliber of judges we have this year. Roland SandsĀ Ā is one of the judges andĀ began his life and upbringing in the motorcycle industry, raced for GP bikes 10 years professionally (setting multiple records), then founded Roland Sands Design. His award-winning company has grown to play a pivotal role in performance custom bikes. Then there is English born,Ā Russell MitchellĀ whoĀ Ā will also beĀ part of Love Ride Bike Show judges. Russell started Exile Cycles 18 years ago with a clear mission to expose Americans to ...
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Watch Out For Deer

By Sam Kanish of the IronWorks Blog Every year at this time I like to remind riders that Fall brings an additional hazard; deer on the highway. Itā€™s that time of year when they are trying to mate so like every other species they do not think or act normal and find themselves putting riders and motorists in harms way. That fact was hit home the other night when Frenchie, one of my best friends, bagged or was bagged by a nine point buck. I donā€™t know the fate of the deer (I hope its venison in somebodies fridge)Ā  but Frenchie had a foot and ankle broken in 4 different places, lots of road rash, many bumps and bruises, and ...
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