Bipartisan Letter Seeks To End Motorcycle-Only Checkpoints
U.S. Reps. Jim Sensenbrenner (R-Wis.) and Tom Petri ((R-Wis.), together with 29 additional members of Congress, have sent a letter to the leadership of the House-Senate Surface Transportation Reauthorization Conference Committee requesting the inclusion of language in the conference report that would prohibit the Secretary of Transportation from providing grants or any funds to states or local governments to be used for any program to create motorcycle-only checkpoints, the American Motorcyclist Association (AMA) reports.
Brammo Announces Icon Sponsorship for 2012 TTXGP Season
Brammo Inc. recently announced that Icon will be its main sponsor for the 2012 race season. With 2011 National Champion Steve Atlas returning for another season, Team Icon Brammo began its 2012 campaign May 4-6, at Infineon Raceway in Sonoma, Calif.
Kyle Petty Charity Ride Announces Route for 18th Anniversary Event
The Kyle Petty Charity Ride Across America has announced the course for its April 28 – May 4 cross-country motorcycle trek. More than 175 riders will join the 18th anniversary ride beginning in Napa, Calif., and travel over 2,500 miles before finishing at the Texas Motor Speedway in Fort Worth, Texas. Founded by former NASCAR Sprint Cup driver Kyle Petty, the Charity Ride raises funds and awareness for Victory Junction, a camp created to benefit children with chronic or life threatening illnesses.
DiSalvo to Pay Tribute to Gary Nixon for Daytona 200
Latus Motors Racing is launching into the 2012 racing season with a tribute to the late Gary Nixon during the Daytona 200 weekend. The Nixon family will attend the event to see defending race winner Jason DiSalvo compete on a Triumph with a paint scheme and leathers reminiscent of the Triumphs Nixon raced in the late ’60s and early ’70s.
Three Legendary Bike Builders Unveil New Creations at Daytona
In partnership with three of the country’s top motorcycle builders, Allstate Insurance Company has announced the unveiling of four custom motorcycle creations inspired by the company, one of which will be given away as the grand prize in a national sweepstakes. The unveiling is a milestone within the motorcycle industry, marking the first-ever collaboration between legendary builders Arlen Ness, Rick Fairless and Dave Perewitz.
Harley to Rock Beach Street, Speedway at Daytona Bike Week
Harley-Davidson will kick off the riding season at Daytona Bike Week 2012 with special events and a collection of their motorcycles at Riverfront Park on Beach Street and at Daytona International Speedway March 10-17.
Bruce Rossmeyer’s Daytona To Open The Original B.R. Harley-Davidson Museum and Store
Bruce Rossmeyer’s Daytona Harley-Davidson announced that its Harley-Davidson Beach Street location will be temporarily closed as of April 1, and that construction will begin immediately for The Original Bruce Rossmeyer’s Harley-Davidson Museum and Store in its place, in Daytona Beach, Fla.
AMSOIL Becomes Presenting Sponsor of Daytona Bike Week
AMSOIL has signed on as the presenting sponsor of Daytona Bike Week 2011 which run now through March 13 in Daytona Beach, Fla.
Harley-Davidson Celebrates African American Riders, Announces Daytona Custom Bike Showcase
Throughout history, African Americans have had a defining impact on the culture of motorcycling from William B. Johnson, the first African American Haley-Davidson dealer, to Bessie Stringfield, the first African American female to ride solo cross-country on a Harley-Davidson motorcycle.
Erik Buell to Speak at Motorcycle Hall of Fame Breakfast at Daytona Fundraiser
The annual Breakfast at Daytona fundraiser is set for March 11 at Daytona International Speedway.
Tucker Films: A Discussion with Roland Sands
A few weeks ago, Tucker Powersports had the opportunity to talk with Roland Sands at the Daytona TT during Bike Week.
NBCSN To Broadcast 2017 American Flat Track Season
All 18 rounds, from the season-opening DAYTONA TT to the American Flat Track Finals in Southern California, will air in one-hour, tape-delayed telecasts on Thursday nights throughout the summer and fall.
Royal Enfield Backs Moto Anatomy American Flat Track Campaign
Lewis will develop the all-new Royal Enfield FT, built by Harris Performance, in the Production Twins class at select AFT rounds this year.
National Cycle, American Flat Track Strike New Partnership for 2019
American Flat Track announced its newest partner, National Cycle, Inc., as the Official Windshield of American Flat Track.
Parts Unlimited, Drag Specialties Continue as Official Powersports Distributor of American Flat Track
American Flat Track announced its renewed partnership with Parts Unlimited and Drag Specialties as the Official Powersports Distributor of American Flat Track.
Arai Helmets Renews Partnership with American Flat Track for 2019
“Last year was Arai’s first year as an American Flat Track partner and based on the success of that partnership, we’ve elected to return for 2019.”
