Consumer Reports magazine, on its list of  "10 motorcycles we most want to ride this summer" didn't include a  Harley-Davidson.   The magazine has a Suzuki Boulevard C90T B.O.S.S. on its list, and a BMW R 1200 GS. Read more

Each summer nestled in the corn fields of Eastern Iowa, the aftermarket motorcycle parts, accessories and apparel retailer J&P Cycles holds one of the largest two day events in the Midwest! The 2013 event was no exception.  The 34th Annual J&P Cycles Open House Rally surpassed the 30,000 mark for visitors the weekend of June 29-30, 2013. Of those who attended, more than 20 different states were represented including California, Arizona, Texas, Oklahoma, Arkansas, Alabama, Georgia, Pennsylvania and New York. Read more

Harley-Davidson, has saved 110 jobs by reversing its decision to close its Adelaide manufacturing plant. The Advertiser can reveal the Milwaukee-based firm has struck a four-year extension to the lease of its New Castalloy factory at North Plympton as workers voted yesterday to accept a new four-year wage agreement, securing their future. The State Government, which owns the Mooringe Ave plant, waived rent at the site to help secure the deal after months of talks in a major boon for manufacturing in SA. Read more

  Having traveled through the various countries of the Himalayas mostly by foot, I wondered how it would feel to be traveling through a place that virtually stands still in time, on a motorcycle.  Story of a lifetime

To make sure as many of our friends as possible can stay with us during the Sturgis Motorcycle Rally, we’re offering the $199 And-Not-A-Penny-More” Pass. This pass gives you full access to the campground, pool, drive-thru bar and every one of our amazing concerts. And the price includes all taxes and fees so they’ll be no surprises when you go to pay. And, if you book now, you get a free limited edition Broken Spoke T-shirt. Don’t wait a second more to not pay a penny more than $199. Book Now. Advertisement

The Biker Belles event known as the preeminent celebration of women in motorcycling has joined forces with moto-celebrity Jessi Combs of All Girls Garage and Overhaulin’ to create a masterpiece. Combs will be adding her personal customization to a Harley Davidson generously donated by Bruce Rossmeyer’s Daytona Harley-Davidson in support of the 5th annual Biker Belles charity ride and celebration during the Sturgis rally.  The Biker Belles Celebration, a day of Real Women, Real Stories, and Real Fun, held on Tuesday August 6th, raises funds for local charities empowering and encouraging girls and women through the community of motorcycling. Join the Biker Belles in empowering women in motorcycling!  All proceeds go to local charities, Helping with Horsepower ® and the Sturgis ...

Bikernet takes a quick look at Indian Motorcycle's historical timeline for iconic moments from 1901 through the present. Today we give you 1950 – 1970 1951 — Following the war, Indian struggles with re-entry into the public market. The Chief, dropped for a year, is re-introduced in 1951 as a mighty 80-cubic-inch model, but sales continue to decline and Indian is forced to halt production in 1953. 1967 — Herbert "Burt" Munro rides his self-modified 1920 Scout to an under-1000cc land-speed record at the Bonneville Salt Flats. Forty years later, Munro and his Indian's record still stands. Advertisement

Valerie Thompson, the CTEK Power USA sponsored owner/driver of Valerie Thompson Racing (VTR), attended the BMW Motorrad Days 2013 celebration July 5-7 in Garmisch-Partenkirchen, Germany. BMW Motorrad Days 2013 was a three-day extravaganza featuring “everything BMW” that drew over 35,000 attendees. Billed as the “biggest BMW party of the year,” it included new motorcycle introductions, special bike tours, riding demonstrations and races. The highly anticipated inaugural Classic Boxer Sprint, organized by the top German motorcycle magazine MO, showcased the new BMW Concept Ninety homage motorcycle. “I can’t thank the wonderful folks at BMW Motorrad enough for the opportunity to attend this major event that attracted BMW enthusiasts from around the world,” stated Thompson, who is based in Scottsdale, Ariz. “I ...

  The new Cobra tire combination from Avon Tyres is the perfect choice for select Kawasaki and Yamaha motorcycles. Featuring a rounded profile for nimble handling, the Cobra has deep tread depth for better mileage and Force Following Grooves (FFG) that transmit energy across the surface of the tire for even wear. “The new Cobra tire combination developed for select Kawasaki and Yamaha motorcycles provides great handling capabilities and longer wear,” stated Sukoshi Fahey, sales and marketing manager, Avon Tyres. “The special tread design resists irregular wear, and the unique ‘snakeskin’ sidewall gives it the ultimate style.”   The Cobra combination for Kawasaki motorcycles is available in size MT90B16 (front) and 170/70R16 (rear) for: ·       VN Vulcan® 1600 Classic (2005 ...

Harley-Davidson riders and motorcycle enthusiasts will revel in the granddaddy of all motorcycle rallies at the 73rd Annual Sturgis Motorcycle Rally in South Dakota’s legendary Black Hills region. Demo rides on 2013 Harley-Davidson motorcycles will now be located at the Black Hills Harley-Davidson dealership at 2820 Harley Drive, just off exit 55 in Rapid City, S.D., to give riders the most enjoyable route and additional options for food, beverages, entertainment and more. Harley-Davidson activities in Sturgis will run from Saturday, August 3 through Saturday, August 10 at the intersection of 3rd and Lazelle streets in downtown Sturgis. All Harley-Davidson activities in Sturgis are free of charge and include the following:   2013 Harley-Davidson motorcycle displays, H-D1 customization Fit Shop and ...