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Get all the latest industry news here!  New items added daily so be sure to check back often...  E-mail us to submit your Press Release or News.


January 2009 ~ January 8, 2009 Prosecutors have filed an additional felony charge against famed motorcycle builder Billy Lane.  Lane, 38, was charged two years ago with one count of DUI manslaughter in connection with a Labor Day 2006 traffic accident in which 56-year-old Sebastian Inlet park ranger Gerald Morelock died.  Get more of the information here...

January 2009 ~ January 6, 2009 The oldest running indoor hot rod show, The Grand National Roadster Show, is back for it's fifth year at the home of hot rodding, Fairplex in Pomona on January 23-25 2009 and is still accepting motorcycle entries for it’s 2009 Most Beautiful Motorcycle section.  So Don’t Delay!!  All the details on entering your ride in the Grand National Roadster Show here...

January 2009 ~ 
January 2, 2009 Orange County Choppers Custom ICEE Bike Makes National Debut at San Francisco Rod, Custom and Motorcycle Show. Details on the newest custom Corporate motorcycle to come out of the OCC shop...

January 2009 ~ 
January 2, 2009  Robbie Knievel’s jump “over” the Mirage casino volcano in Las Vegas would’ve made his Dad proud, but some fans were underwhelmed.  Robbie’s recent stunt worked some of that ‘ol Vegas magic...

DECEMBER

December 2008 ~ December 31, 2008  Start your New Year out with a clean soul.  The Passage bike church will open it’s doors January 6, 2009 with pastor Bill “Moe” Moore officiating.  If you’re in the North Texas/Newark, TX area please stop in for worship.  

December 2008 ~ December 31, 2008  Make a difference this New Year - Crickett Lanham of the Steel Horse Cowgirls in Lexington, KY is organizing a national event to raise awareness of child abuse in memory of KateLynn Stinnett who was brutally beaten/raped December 3rd, 2008 and died from her injuries.  Help organize a local version of the KateLynn Stinnett National Memorial Ride

December 2008 ~ December 30, 2008  Check out the quality motorcycle brakes available from 360 Brake.  Now available in a 6” size they not only will make your ride safe, but they are customizable, too!  Get the details here on the release of the 6” brake...

December 2008
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December 29, 2008  Going to the V-Twin Expo February 6-9, 2009 in Cincinnati, Ohio?  Here are the Seminars at the Expo that can’t be missed.  Here is a schedule of the V-Twin Expo Seminars...

December 2008
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December 29, 2008,
Harley-Davidson recently announced it will guarantee the value of its legendary Sportster motorcycles by backing their trade-in value
Dubbed “We Ride Free”, the promotion is sure to generate some interest.  Find more details on this new Harley Davidson promotion here..

December 2008 ~
December 24, 2008, Top 1 Oil Goes To Extremes At 2009 Dakar Rally.  Top 1 Oil Products Company has again joined America's premier motorcycle rally team, Rally Pan America, for the world’s most grueling and challenging endurance race, the 2009 Dakar Rally.  Details on this extreme motorcycle rally here..

December 2008 ~
December 23, 2008, Seminole Hard Rock Roadhouse 2008 Finale Helps Raise Money and Toys for Children.  Read more about the Seminole Hard Rock Roadhouse's final stop for 2008 here...

December 2008 ~
December 23, 2008, Put the 33rd Annual Vintage Motorcycle & Bicycle Rally & Show presented by the Idaho Vintage Motorcycle Club on your calendar for March 21-22, 2009.  Further info on the 33rd Annual Vintage Motorcycle & Bicycle Rally & Show here...

December 2008 ~
December 23, 2008, Industry great Bob Le Pera passed away this past November.  His custom made motorcycle seats were sought after by many. 
Here is a brief biography sent to us by his daughter Christine Le Pera...

December 2008 ~
December 23, 2008, Strip Club Choppers announces CAN roadhouse tour. Check out the hot happenings from Strip Club Choppers...

December 2008 ~
December 23, 2008, Robbie Knievel to jump his motorcycle over manmade volcano in Las Vegas New Year’s Eve. Robbie Knievel’s stunt information here

December 2008 ~
December 17, 2008, Second owner of Titan Motorcycles Dan Proudfoot was killed early Monday morning December 15. Information on this tragic event..

December 2008 ~
December 17, 2008, Harley Davidson CEO James Ziemer will retire in 2009.  James Ziemer will resign in 2009 and here are the details...

December 2008 ~ December 15, 2008, Sturgis Bike Week has some great Christmas gift ideas at extremely good prices for that favorite biker in your family. Take a look at these Sturgis Bike Week motorcycle gifts here


December 2008 ~ December 15, 2008,  Join in on this fun Christmas Eve motorcycle ride benefiting the Orangewood Children’s Home in Santa Ana, CA.  It’s the 9th Annual Santa Ride.  The ride starts at Fitzgerald’s in Huntington Beach, CA.  All the information is here..

December 2008 ~
December 15, 2008, NMC (Nash Motorcycle Co.) has a new fuel sling available for those long rides where you don’t quite make it to the next gas station. Details on this handy motorcycle accessory here...

December 2008 ~
December 15, 2008, Big Dog Motorcycles has a new website for 2009.  There is also an introduction to the 2009 Wolf!!  Preview here and link to the new site..

December 2008 ~
December 15, 2008, Schnitz Racing has three new products available on their website.  Check out the Fender Eliminator, Progressive Nitrous Controller, and Air Injection Block Off Plates...

December 2008 ~
December 12, 2008, Ben Affleck and Patricia Heaton Join Operation Gratitude. Academy and Emmy Award Winners Support Deployed Troops  Get the latest update on Operation Gratitude’s 400,000th care package celebration

December 2008 ~
December 12, 2008, put this on your biker events to attend calendar!  Corey Ness's 'Narrow Minded' Headlines Ness Family Bike Display at the 9th annual San Francisco Rod, Custom and Motorcycle Show, which runs February 20 - 22 2009 at the San Francisco Cow Palace.  Custom Motorcycle and Ness Family Fans will find all the scoop here...

December 2008 ~
December 12, 2008, Nationwide Announces New Holiday Contest for Riders.  Does your ride get included in all the yuletide festivities?  Nationwide Insurance has a contest for you!  Details on this holiday contest...

December 2008 ~
December 11, 2008, Just in time for Christmas!  Desert Trailers LLC is offering a great deal on one of their Legend design motorcycle trailers  Check out this unique custom motorcycle trailer...

December 2008 ~ December 10, 2008, Following the assembly of over 50,000 care packages in just seven days, Operation Gratitude Director of Operations, Charlie Othold, announced today that the organization will reach a major milestone on Saturday, December 13, 2008 --  the shipment of its 400,000th CARE PACKAGE!!  Get the details on Operation Gratitude and their dedication to our troops...

December 2008 ~ December 10, 2008,  J.D. Power and Associates Reports:
Shoppers Cite Dealer-Related Issues among the Top Reasons for Rejecting Motorcycle Brands Get all the details here...

December 2008 ~ December 10, 2008, Accutronix motorcycle products “NIGHT SERIES” COMPLETE LINE OF CUSTOM PRODUCTS Accutronix presents their hot, new “NIGHT SERIES” forward controls, triple trees, pegs, grips, and accessories! Get all the details here...

December 2008 ~ December 6, 2008, Milwaukee, WI. ~Harley Davidson is recalling 349 2009 FXDB, FXDC, FXDF, AND FXDL Motorcycles. These motorcycles have a fuel tank vent tube assembly, Part # 27389-04A, which may have been produced with a defective ultrasonic weld on the anti-slosh valve. Get all the details on recall...

December 2008 ~
September 2008 ~ AFT Customs Girls, a division of AFT Customs, the 2005 and 2008 World Champion metric builder, recently announced that they are building a custom metric V-Twin.  The motorcycle, under the guidance of AFT Custom’s Jim Giuffra, will be built by the models proving to the world that bike building is not just for men while increasing the models knowledge of motorcycles and the industry as a whole.  Take a look at the story and check out the sponsors...

December 2008 ~
Over the last couple of years Paughco has been on a steady, well focused expansion.  With the addition of a huge collection of new products and joint ventures with numerous specialized manufacturers, Paughco colors are flying higher than ever.  Most recently Paughco president and the founder of Yankee Engineuity, announced that Paughco will assume all rights to YE products and process.  Get all the details on the Paughco / YE merger...

December 2008 ~
Why not get your bike what it really wants this holiday season?  How about a custom exotic skin seat from Jeffrey Phipps Custom Saddles?  They customize and hand tool skin from elephants, ostriches, sharks, stingrays, and more.  Take a look at what Jeffery Phipps can offer you...

December 2008 ~ Motolight
has introduced a new “Mini” version of its popular auxiliary riding lights.  The Mini features a sleek, compact new housing, and is available in either a brushed metal or black powder coat finish.  The durable lights come complete with either a caliper or fender mounting kit that includes everything needed to attach to virtually any motorcycle.  Check out the new Motolight “MINI”...

December 2008 ~
Roland Sands Design, Ride for Kids® and the Cycle World International Motorcycle Shows are on a "Mission" to cure childhood brain tumors. You can join the fight and get the chance to win a sweet new ride in the process!  Check out “The Mission” bike...

December 2008 ~
Following the assembly of over 50,000 care packages in just seven days, Operation Gratitude Director of Operations, Charlie Othold, announced today that the organization will reach a major milestone on Saturday, December 13, 2008 --  the shipment of its 400,000th CARE PACKAGE!!  Get the details on Operation Gratitude and their dedication to our troops...

December 2008 ~
Inspired by the XP-750, the most dominating American dirt track racing motorcycle of all time, the Harley-Davidson XR1200 is now poised to boost adrenaline levels on streets, roads and highways around the world.  Check out the new H-D XR1200...

December 2008 ~ 2XTREEM Motorcycle TV
has ended its 13-week run on 25 FOX SPORT NETWORK Affiliates.  After a moderately successful experiment on the primarily “Ball & Stick” FSN cable sports networks, 2XTREEM was unable to secure the same Sunday afternoon time slot of 2009 and ended its FSN airings on November 16, 2008.  Read more about 2XTREEM’s 2008 hiatus...