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McWilliams and Syahrin Win AMA Pro Vance & Hines Races at Indy

In two thrilling races set on the world stage, a pair of international wildcard riders split the AMA Pro Vance & Hines Harley-Davidson series double-header races at Indianapolis Motor Speedway during the Red Bull Indianapolis GP round of the FIM MotoGP World Championship In Saturday’s Race 1, Northern Ireland’s Jeremy McWilliams (H-D of Bloomington Indiana) won a wild four-way shootout on the draft heavy 2.6-mile road course at the famed Brickyard. The MotoGP veteran, who last raced in the Vance & Hines Harley-Davidson series at Indy in 2011, started from second on the front row and fell back as far as fourth as polesitter Steve Rapp (Aerostar Global/Suburban Motors H-D) built a gap at the front, amassing nearly a one-second ...
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Industry Brief: Polaris Names Tim Larson as Vice President, Global Customer Excellence

Polaris Industries Inc. (NYSE: PII) just hired Tim Larson to the newly created position of Vice President, Global Customer Excellence. He will begin work with the Company in this role immediately. “Striving for customer excellence in all that we do is vital to Polaris’ efforts to continue growing and leading our markets, and we are excited to have Tim joining us to spearhead this effort,” said Polaris Chairman and CEO Scott Wine. “For nearly 60 years we have developed world-class products. To drive continued growth, we must take this solid foundation to the next level by creating a unique and identifiable world-class customer experience. Tim brings an extensive professional background perfectly suited to the demands of this new role.” With ...
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Team Obsolete's AJS 7R3 Rolls On Avon Rubber At Manx Grand Prix

David Roper of Team Obsolete will bring the AJS 7R3 “Triple Knocker” to this year’s Manx Grand Prix on Avon tires. The Manx Grand Prix motorcycle races, scheduled August 23-30 this year, are held annually on the Isle of Man TT “Mountain Circuit” course for two weeks, and this year marks the 90th anniversary of the race. The 'MGP,' or 'Manx' as it is more commonly known, is considered to be the amateur riders' alternative to the original Isle of Man TT races held in May and June. No other motorcycle race is held on such a challenging track. This nearly 38-mile mountain course requires intense skill and courage, with its never-ending series of bends, bumps, jumps and stone walls. The event ...
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Get Your K&N Oil Filters From Zippers

K&N's premium line of motorcycle wrench-off canister oil filters were designed to meet the high performance needs of racers and road bikes, with high flow rates and outstanding filtration. These thick-wall, canister-style premium oil filters are designed to handle high oil pressures and they can be used with the latest synthetic or semi-synthetic motor oils. Recommended for use with our Red Line synthetic oil. Advertisement
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CMT Bike Week, Filmed At The Sturgis Buffalo Chip, Airs This Week!

The Sturgis Rally may have come to a close, but the memories will live on as Country Music Television (CMT) airs its first ever Bike Week, Aug. 18-24. CMT’s self-proclaimed “Seven Nights of Badass” features three different specials filmed at the Buffalo Chip’s 32nd annual Motorcycle and Music Festival. The 10 hours of bike-themed programming premiers nightly at 8 p.m. ET/PT. CMT Bike Week gives viewers an intimate look at the music, culture and camaraderie that make up the Largest Music Festival in Motorcycling™. Cameras rolled throughout the week at the legendary Sturgis campground, capturing three separate world record attempts, numerous competitions and one unforgettable performance by American icon, Kid Rock. Specials filmed at the Sturgis Buffalo Chip® include “Tunnel ...
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SONS OF ANARCHY BOOT RIDE THIS SUNDAY!

The 3rd Annual Boot Ride is this Sunday, August 25th in Los Angeles, CA.  Spots are extremely limited to ensure a VIP experience for all who ride.  For information regarding Boot Ride Route and Schedule.   http://bootride.com/
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Brass Balls' FXR-Inspired Brawler Set For Production?

Bandit says that Brass Balls main man Dar Holdswortt works harder than a half-dozen guys tie-wrapped together. He has the passion of a religious zealot and the creative nature of a mad scientist. Dar recently teamed up with country-music juggernaut Toby Keith in an effort to bring more production custom motorcycles to the masses. The Brawler GT sits high and looks powerful, light and nimble; ready for a spirited ride through the twisties. We can't wait to get our hands on one and bring you a full report. This week, Bikernet features what's to come from Brass Balls Cycles. Hit the photo below to read more.
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Pre BUB Bonneville Sunday Post August 18, 2013

Pre Bonneville and BUB Excitement Fills the Air at Bikernet Headquarters:   There is Drew's Sunday Racing Report, Bikernet 5-Ball Racing Report from Ray Wheeler, and Sponsorship Information, On The Road to Sturgis from Rogue, Warr's At The Ace Cafe, Primo-Rivera Clutch Testimonial, MSR Sponsors the 2013 Colorado 600, Girls, Girls, Girls, Bandit to Judge AMD Show at 110th H-D Anniversary, and so much more you will just have to read about it! NEWS, NEWS!  COME AND GET IT
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Coolbeth Ends Sixth At Indy Mile On Harley

Baker Holds Grand National Points Lead with Dodge Brothers Harley-Davidson Harley-Davidson® Screamin’ Eagle® Factory Team rider Kenny Coolbeth raced a Harley-Davidson XR750 motorcycle from a second-row start to finish sixth at the AMA Pro Flat Track presented by J&P Cycles Grand National Twins main on the Indianapolis Mile at the Indiana State Fairgrounds. Crosley Radio Kawasaki rider Bryan Smith won the race. After placing third in his heat race, Coolbeth started the 25-lap main from the second row, but left the line well and moved through the pack to join the lead group on the back stretch on lap one. Smith took the lead on the first lap, immediately opened a gap on the field, and had a half-second lead ...
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New Blood For OCC's New TV Show

Catch Evan Favaro of Fair Lawn Sunday on "Orange County Choppers," when CMT offers a sneak preview of the series during Bike Week. Orange County Choppers — the Newburgh, N.Y.-based custom motorcycle manufacturer that was the focus of Discovery's "American Choppers" — is back with an eponymous series on a new network. The eight-episode "Orange County Choppers" — which will premiere in November, but gets a two-hour sneak preview Sunday — follows Paul Teutul Sr. and his team as they "reach new extremes resulting in mind-blowing bikes and, of course, state-of-the-art drama." Favaro, 23, who was hired as the OCC's creative director, taught himself how to fabricate sheet metal and customize motorcycles. He opened his Paramus shop, Speakeasy Motors, when ...
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