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Mecum motorcycle auction returns to Las Vegas

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from https://www.reviewjournal.com Mecum Auctions’ annual vintage and antique motorcycle auction will take place Wednesday though May 1 at the Las Vegas Convention Center, featuring an estimated 1,750 motorcycles. Celebrating its 30th anniversary, the event is recognized as the largest global gathering of consignors, buyers and spectators who share a passion for the history, beauty and camaraderie invoked and inspired by vintage and antique motorcycles. Among the 13 collections currently consigned to the auction are a total of 386 consignments, of which 325 are offered at no reserve. Private collection highlights include 96 offerings from The Dick Ray Estate Collection—which includes BSAs, Nortons, Triumphs and many others at no reserve—and another 90 no-reserve offerings from The Stephenson Collection, including a historic 1929 Douglas SW5 Speed model. The J.C. Burgin Collection is another main attraction assemblage slated to sell in Las Vegas, and this group of approximately 50 motorcycles stands as one of the only collections in the world to contain at least one example of all 12 of Harley-Davidson’s famed Knucklehead series. From the 1936 Harley-Davidson EL and the ultra-rare 1943 Harley-Davidson E Model, all the way up through the 1947 Harley-Davidson FL, all 12 model years of the venerable Knucklehead are present and accounted for, all are in stunning condition and all will be offered at absolute no reserve. Another Harley-Davidson highlight among the Vegas auction lineup is a 1907 Harley-Davidson Strap Tank with an original engine bearing No. 1877. Already one of the most desirable Harley-Davidson models in existence, this example is one of the most correct and original of its kind and has a rich personal history that is well documented, including time on display in several museums and a feature in the book “Heroes of Harley-Davidson.” Included among the six high-quality motorcycles that make up The East […]

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CAC Racer Is the Bike Harley-Davidson Didn’t Want, But Joe Petrali Built Anyway

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by Daniel Patrascu from https://www.autoevolution.com It sold earlier this year for $181,500 during the Mecum motorcycle auction in Las Vegas. It managed to do so thanks to the fact that it is one of only 12 such motorcycles known to have been made and, more importantly, it was built in person by the legendary Joe Petrali. We’re talking about a 1934 Harley-Davidson CAC, a motorcycle designed specially not to race on the makeshift cinder tracks of that era, but on actual, purpose made speedways. And its arrival was made possible by the resilience of Class A racing champion Joe Petrali. The Italian-American agreed to race for Harley for the first time in 1925, after proving his worth on bikes made by the competition. He quickly managed to do the same for the new employer by winning two national titles the following year riding H-D machines, just as the company decided to end its involvement in racing. Harley returned to the starting grid in 1931, and quickly re-signed Petrali, only this time the man had bigger plans than ever before. Eyeing an entry in speedway racing, he needed a dedicated machine for the task, and tried to sell his idea to Harley-Davidson. Word is the time’s higher-ups apparently weren’t impressed, and were reluctant to back the idea, so Petrali convinced several engineers to help him build the motorcycle over the weekends over at Harley. That bike is the CAC, a motorcycle powered by a 500cc engine with a single cylinder and no transmission and clutch. The official story goes that there were a total of 20 CAC bikes built, and an additional 5 spare engines, but that number is likely lower than that, at about 12. One of them is this one here, which sold earlier this year in pretty much

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AI-Driven Electric Motorcycle Shows Self-Driving Tech Is About More Than Autonomous Driving

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by John Koetsier from https://www.forbes.com/ Damon Motorcycles unveiled its new electric motorcycle today at CES in Las Vegas, calling it “the world’s smartest, safest and most powerful electric motorcycle.” My first thought: it can’t be both the most powerful and the safest. Then I kept reading. And I started believing it might be possible. First off: the power. The Damon Hypersport has “over 200” horsepower, which is a lot for a motorcycle. But even more impressively, it delivers 200nm of torque at zero RPMs … the classic electric vehicle advantage. (Although how RPM means something in an electric motor is a mystery to me.) Thanks to that power, the bike has a top speed of 200 miles/hour. Which, by the way, doesn’t sound very safe. But the safety features are impressive. As you’d expect in a motorcycle, they’re not about crumple zones or air bags. Instead, they’re about intelligence. Specifically, predictive intelligence: what’s around me, where is it going and what do I need to avoid? The Hypersport will track the speed, direction and acceleration of up to 64 moving objects around the bike, Damon says. Damon calls it the “CoPilot 360º advanced warning system.” CoPilot 360 uses cameras, radar and “other sensors” to know what’s around and alert riders to threats, the company says. “We spent the last three years developing an AI-powered, fully connected, e-motorcycle platform that incorporates CoPilot, our proprietary 360º warning system … Damon motorcycles will be the safest, most advanced electric motorcycles on the market.” – Jay Giraud, co-founder and CEO, Damon Motorcycles That’s not just about what’s ahead of you. The system “looks around corners,” although I’m sure it’s not bending any laws of physics, and keeps an “eye” on the rear to see what might be coming from behind. And, it will learn

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Our magic number – 200

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They say that every company has a magic number. “Seven friends in ten days.” – It was Facebook’s sole focus in its growth from zero to one billion users. With Twitter, their explosive growth happened when users followed thirty people. Even though we are making motorcycles, we have identified our own magic number. And we think this number will turn the incumbent motorcycle industry on its head. Our magic number is 200. Can you guess what this means? CLICK HERE to join the conversation WAIT, what about specs and price? And when can I get one? We know you’re all very excited and can’t wait to get specs and pricing. We’ll be live-streaming our first ever public unveil live from the show floor in Las Vegas at CES 2020. So get in on the action via our social media channels and stay tuned for more information via email. Pre-ordering begins January 7th About Damon Motors Inc. Damon is unleashing the full potential of personal mobility for the world’s commuters. With its proprietary electric drivetrain, the company has developed the world’s safest, smartest, fully connected electric motorcycle employing sensor fusion, robotics and AI. Designed as a platform for worldwide line extension, Damon motorcycles will ship direct to consumer on subscription plans to drive scale. Based in Vancouver, Canada, Damon is a Techstars Mobility company founded by serial entrepreneurs Jay Giraud and Dom Kwong. Damon’s investors include Round 13 Capital, Techstars, Fontinalis, Extreme Venture Partners and Pallasite Ventures.

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Two Days until Vegas BikeFest!

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October 3-6, 2019 Vegas BikeFest Opens Thursday! The 19th Annual Vegas BikeFest is happening THIS week! Are you Ready? We are ready for you! We have a full lineup planned and you don’t want to miss a thing! This is your once a year chance to party with all your riding buddies together in Vegas! Check out the full schedule here! Prices Increase Thursday, 10/3! Party Pass – $45 goes up to $59 Ultimate Pass – $69 goes up to $89 VIP Pass – a limited number still available before 10/3 for $149! To register for your pass, CLICK HERE.

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Vegas BikeFest is Next Week!

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We are one week away from the 19th Annual Vegas BikeFest! Are you Ready? We are ready for you! We have a full lineup planned and you don’t want to miss a thing! This is your once a year chance to party with all your riding buddies together in Vegas! October 3-6, 2019 Check out the full schedule – Click here! Prices Increase 10/3! Party Pass – $45 goes up to $59 Ultimate Pass – $69 goes up to $89 VIP Pass – a limited number still available before 10/3 for $149! To register for your pass, CLICK HERE. Here are a few last minute reminders: Registration: Rally Central – New Location for 2019! Rally Central: Downtown Las Vegas Events Center – 3rd & Carson Rally Opens: 11AM daily Thursday-Sunday Where to park? Click here! Need to Rent A Bike? Click here! Events/Activities 4 Bike Shows ALL NEW – Hooligan Dirt Dash – Flat Track Racing at Core Arena/Plaza Hotel Headline Entertainment – Thursday through Saturday ALL NEW – Kickstand Cantina with Artistry in Iron Invited Builder Bike Display $5,000 in Shopping Spree Giveaways* Bikini and Miss Vegas BikeFest Contests Custom Harley-Davidson Giveaway* Lady Luck Fun Run** Saturday Poker Run** FREE Drinks Nightly* Food trucks! Registration Parking located in free bike parking area on 3rd St.

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Vegas BikeFest announces headlining Band

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Steel Panther and Moonshine Bandits to headline Vegas BikeFest Las Vegas, NV, August 8, 2019 – Vegas BikeFest, The Premier West Coast Motorcycle Rally, is excited to announce that Steel Panther and Moonshine Bandits will be rocking the stage this year. On Saturday, October 5, Steel Panther will take the stage and perform hits such as: “Gloryhole”, “Community Property”, and “Death To All But Metal”. Since emerging into the heavy metal scene in the early 2000s, Steel Panther continues to embody sex, drugs, and metal in all of the music they release. Their latest single, “All I Wanna Do Is F*ck (Myself Tonight)” was released in July as a prelude to their new album, Heavy Metal Rules, dropping on September 27. Moonshine Bandits will perform on Friday, October 4. The duo best known for mixing country, rap and rock together will perform hits such as: “Dead Man’s Hand”, “For The Outlawz”, and their latest single, “Get Loose”. Currently venturing across the country performing at various motorcycle and music events to promote their latest album, The Whiskey Never Dries, the Moonshine Bandits continues to produce backwoods bravado, patriot’s pride, country soul, and keg-thumping beats. The Southland Party Band along with Bullets and Octane will also appear during the rally. All performances will take place at the Downtown Las Vegas Events Center and are included with all Vegas BikeFest passes. The Vegas BikeFest is also holding a Fly-Away Sweepstakes that coincides with this announcement. All registrants who purchase passes by September 2 will be entered into a drawing that includes: flight to Las Vegas, a VIP experience at the Vegas BikeFest, a hotel stay for two at the Golden Nugget, dinner for two, tickets to the Hooligan Dirt Dash, and motorcycle rental. The winner will be chosen and announced the week of

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Vegas BikeFest Partners with Freeze Management

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Las Vegas, NV: Vegas BikeFest and Freeze Management announced today a strategic partnership to co-produce the 2019 Vegas BikeFest. Freeze Management will assist in all areas of the rally with emphasis on marketing and entertainment. “Our vendors and attendees are what make Vegas BikeFest what it is and we believe the team at Freeze Management aligns with the culture of the rally. After seeing the recent success Freeze Management was able to bring to the Four Corners Motorcycle Rally, we are eager to partner with them to bring more excitement to Vegas BikeFest,” states Mindi Cherry, Vice President and Show Manager of Vegas BikeFest. The first order of business was adding hooligan flat track motorcycle racing to Vegas BikeFest with the Hooligan Dirt Dash series hosting a double header of racing Thursday, October 3 and Friday, October 4. “Freeze Management specializes in understanding the enthusiasts within the motorcycle industry to create the best possible experience for attendees. For 19 years Vegas BikeFest has built a reputation as the premier west coast motorcycle rally and we look forward to working with the team to build upon that reputation through our abilities and experience,” added John Oakes, CEO and Founder of Freeze Management. “We are truly excited for the future of Vegas BikeFest. The resources and experience of Freeze Management help deliver more value and opportunity for Vegas BikeFest than ever before,” stated Chuck Schwartz, Chairman of Vegas BikeFest. The 19th annual Vegas BikeFest will be held October 3-6, 2019 in downtown Las Vegas with Rally Central at the Downtown Las Vegas Events Center with events, rides, and activities happening throughout Las Vegas. Golden Nugget Hotel on the world-famous and wildly popular Fremont Street Experience will once again serve as headquarter hotel. To get information regarding vendor space, event registration, hotel packages

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