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Freedom Friday focuses on health care bias against motorcyclists

As part of AMA Go Ride! Month, the American Motorcyclist Association has designated each Friday in April as a "Freedom Friday" to raise awareness about issues that threaten motorcycling freedoms. AMA members can take part in a photo contest related to the issue and win prizes.  Kicking off on Friday, April 5, will be a weeklong focus on health-insurance discrimination. The issue is one of the most important to AMA members, according to Danielle Fowles, AMA grassroots coordinator. "With the current U.S. economic situation, we are hearing of more employers refusing to pay for health care for injuries suffered in a motorcycle crash," said Fowles. "Imagine getting seriously hurt in a motorcycle accident and then having your health insurance company ...
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Your Sportster's Gonna Get Some Tail!

  The Sportster based Café Racer has become a style in its own right, taking the classic look to new levels and doing it with a magic only a Harley can bring to the table. The one missing piece of that ton up formula is often a traditional tail section and thanks to the folks at Burly Brand it looks like that’s about to change. Their new solo seat/cowl is designed to bolt to the 1986-2003 Sportster chassis and complete the XL’s café transformation. Unlike the Café seats that sit on a stock fender, they’ve created a true tail section, opening up the rear of the bike for an authentic look. Available in partially covered with paintable black gel coat ...
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'Sons of Anarchy' will hit the ground running with season six

On Friday casting news leaked regarding season six of the FX hit series "Sons of Anarchy" including that Donal Logue will be returning with a story line that has "a major arc" and he may appear in up to 10 episodes in season six. As fans will recall from the Harley-Davidson riding M/C, the character Logue plays is former U.S. Marshall Lee Toric who appeared in the last three episodes of season five. Jimmy Smits has inked his deal with SoA and is contracted to appear in all 13 episodes. Continue reading
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Nostalgic White Hand Grips Complete A Bobber Custom

Go old school cool with these new Nostalgic White Grips (P/N 56100054, $69.95) from Harley-Davidson® Genuine Motor Accessories®. Inspired by the grips on Harley-Davidson motorcycles of the 1940s, these rubber grips have a comfortable hourglass shape with a chrome accent ring and a molded in “Harley-Davidson” logo. These white hand grips look great on a bobber-style customs and complement the White Diamond Solo Spring Saddle and the piping and stitching on the Black Diamond Solo Spring Saddle. Nostalgic White Grips fit 1996-later VRSC™, Sportster®, Dyna®, Softail® and 1996-2007 Touring models. Harley-Davidson Motor Company produces heavyweight custom, cruiser and touring motorcycles and offers a complete line of Harley-Davidson motorcycle parts, accessories, riding gear and apparel, and general merchandise. For more information, ...
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DesignWraps CEO Tours America Promoting American-Made Products

Joan Krenning, founder and CEO of DesignWraps Brands, is heading across the United States on a 36-month motorcycle freedom tour of America starting in April at Arizona Bike Week. Joan not only wants to drum up sales for DesignWraps Brands, but also to promote all American Made products. Krenning’s ride across America, called the “Glory US-A Freedom Ride”, will also raise funds for two charities, the “Wounded Warrior Project” and Laura Klock’s “Helping with Horsepower”. Joan has set her sights high and expects to ride 60,000 miles in 2013, stopping at over 200 Harley-Davidson Dealerships along the way. By the end of her journey, Joan will have hit every Harley dealer, approximately 700 located here in the United States and ...
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HOT ACTION THURSDAY NEWS ON BIKERNET

  It's always a butt kicker, but I enjoy posting it. I get a sincere weekly charge and solid injection of information regarding the motorcycle industry all over the world. I've never enjoyed reading newspapers. I find them dirty and awkward to read, so I don't. But Thursdays I dig through internet content from all over the world for anything motorcycle oriented, with the help of lots of contributors, including Rogue. At the end of the day, I have a strong sense of accomplishment, as if the boss said finish the job and don't come back until it's complete. Okay goddamnit. The job is done. Of course tomorrow morning I'll find typos, and folks in the industry will point out ...
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New Road Rails Tech on Bikernet

              This patented innovation allows the rider to adjust their floorboards from the stock position to a full forward control position or anywhere in between with the push of a button, and now we have the complete tech. For the mid to long rides nothing else exists that can create a more comfortable and enjoyable riding experience. The brake and shifter arm travel in relation to the boards throughout the range of movement resulting in uncompromised rider control. Plus their footboards are top of the line.    Check it out:  
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New Film Goes Behind The Scenes With Bill Davidson and Willie G. Davidson

In advance of Harley-Davidson’s 110th Anniversary celebration in Milwaukee this August, the acclaimed Dear MKE Film Series has launched “All in the Family,” a behind-the-scenes video about a father and son who share one of the most recognized names in the world. Willie G. Davidson, chief styling officer emeritus, and his son, Bill Davidson, vice president of the Harley-Davidson Museum, give viewers an unprecedented glimpse into their personal story through family photos, home movies and a visit behind the doors of the Harley-Davidson Museum ® archives. Along the way, they trace the path of one of Milwaukee’s most famous legacy brands in this latest release of the 12-film series created by VISIT Milwaukee and the local creative community. A “must-see” ...
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AMD World Championship To Premiere A Championship Ring

  As of March 25th there are 98 builders from 23 countries registered to enter 126 bikes in total at Essen, Germany, for the 10th annual AMD World Championship - the first to be held in Europe at its new permanent host event, the BIG BIKE EUROPE expo. The classes are the acclaimed Freestyle class, from which the 10th annual World Champion will be selected (by the class of 2013 competitors), plus the Modified Harley-Davidson, 'Retro-Mod' and Street Performance classes, with the S"S sponsored Production Manufacturer ShowCase (for bikes with a Certificate of Conformity), making this likely to be the best AMD World Championship for years - you can see the full list of entries so far at www.amdchampionship.com.  
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AMA members receive special benefits at the Red Bull Grand Prix of The Americas

  AMA members attending the Red Bull Grand Prix of The Americas on April 19-21 at Circuit of The Americas in Austin, Texas, will receive special member benefits at the race. AMA members who call the Circuit of The Americas' hotline at (512) 301-6600 and purchase the AMA ticket package and give their AMA number will receive half-price VIP motorcycle parking, and a special pit walk Friday, April 19, at no additional charge. The track will email pit walk details to qualifying ticket holders. Circuit of The Americas' Chief Marketing and Revenue Officer Geoff Moore said it was only fitting that AMA members enjoy unique benefits at the MotoGP. "As the country's most dedicated motorcyclists, whether they are enjoying the ...
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