Born To Ride News

MEDINA, MN (Nov. 4th, 2009) – Victory Motorcycles is honoring U.S. and Canadian military personnel for their dedication and commitment by providing them with a special offer. Victory salutes the efforts of those who serve to protect the freedom we value so highly. Read more…

If your friend is in his boxers and asks to ride your bike … just say No! Read more…

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Elbowz returns to #11

By Motorcycle.Com Staff, Nov. 04, 2009

 Yamaha has unveiled the one-off YZR-M1 Ben Spies will race in his wildcard entry to the season-ending Valencia round. Read more…

BATTERY OPERATED HEATED GLOVES

FROM HARLEY-DAVIDSON

Instant and Long-Lasting Warmth

 MILWAUKEE (Oct. 26, 2009) – Powered by a lightweight battery that stores inside each gauntlet pocket, the men’s Battery Operated Heated Gloves (P/N 98356-09VM, $170) from the Harley-Davidson^® MotorClothes^® line deliver full-hand heating simply and effectively. Microwire^™ technology provides instant, full-length heating of each finger, thumb and the back of the hand for optimum warmth and dexterity. A soft fleece lining, waterproof/breathable Aqua-Tex membrane and a 100-percent leather outer layer deliver maximum comfort and protection in all weather conditions. Available in S-3XL and backed by a lifetime warranty on the heating elements. Read more…

MILWAUKEE (November 2, 2009) – Ever since the first American troops rode Harley-Davidson motorcycles during the Mexican Expedition in 1916, the Motor Company has enjoyed a innate bond with the men and women who have served our nation. To honor the service of active and retired U.S. military personnel, Harley-Davidson has declared November “Military Appreciation Month.”  Read more…

This bike started life as I know it as a basket case me and a friend bought in 1994. Together with him we assembled that pile of parts into a semi respectable chopper. A little cobbled together with what we had laying around, but not a bad bike. Fast forward 15 years and I get a phone call from a friend of a friend saying the bike has been sitting for 5 years and is for sale. I made a good deal on the now seized up rusted out chopper that had been left outside for half a decade, let the tear down begin. Read more…

I’ve mentioned to you a few times the perks to this job are fabulous. One of my favorite perks is being able to talk with true bikers that ride – not trailer – their motorcycles to the planned destination.  When Ron Galletti called me to ask me to do a story on Rick Rossiter ‘s trip to Alaska, I couldn’t wait to call Rick and set up an interview!

Rick Rossiter has been in the Harley-Davidson business, serving Sarasota and Manatee counties for over 15 years. Here’s a guy that is passionate about his business, his customers, and his family. When I called Rick I was able to go to the dealership and meet with him that same day!

Once I got comfortable in Rick’s beautiful office, I just HAD to ask him a question; did you trailer your bike to Alaska? To me, asking this question kinda breaks the ice. In my case, the whole room got extremely cold – even though it was 94 degrees outside. Rick looked me straight in the eyes and said, “Young lady, I’ve been taking motorcycle trips for many years. I DO NOT trailer my motorcycle anywhere!” He definitely emphasized DO NOT. Okay, I get it.  Read more…

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President Obama’s administration and federal lawmakers are making it clear that they are serious about reducing distracted driving on the nation’s roads. Read more…