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PICKERINGTON, Ohio — The American Motorcyclist Association (AMA) announced today the 2010 schedule for the AMA Racing East Hare Scrambles Championship Series. The series awards AMA No. 1 plates across a range of age, skill and displacement classes to some of the country’s fastest woods racers.

“We’re excited to continue offering this series to our youth and adult amateur hare scrambles racers,” said AMA Director of Racing Joe Bromley. “Along with the counterpart series in the West, this championship includes courses that range from tight woods to open desert. But because racers only have to compete in their regions to earn national recognition, following either complete series is less taxing on the racing budget.”

Hare scrambles are conducted on long, marked-loop courses through woods or desert and over rugged natural terrain. Events feature a designated number of laps or time limit, typically two hours. Competitive riders not only need to be fast, but also physically fit enough to maintain a race pace for hours.

The youth series runs in conjunction with the adult program starting with Round 3. Typically, youth classes run on Saturdays, and adult classes run on Sundays.

The initial round of the 2010 AMA Racing East Hare Scrambles Championship Series will be promoted by Racer Productions and be held March 7 in Washington, Ga. The series will then hit South Carolina, New Jersey, Wisconsin, Pennsylvania, Minnesota and New York before the finale in Lynnville, Ind.

The Saturday youth program will join the series in Berwick, Pa., on April 18. The youth series then will combine with the adult series in New Jersey through the finale in Indiana.

2010 AMA Racing East Hare Scrambles Championship Series Schedule

Round 1
No Youth classes
March 7
Racer Productions
Rita Coombs
(304) 284-0084
info@gnccracing.com
http://www.gnccracing.com/
LOC:  Washington, Ga.
 
Round 2
No Youth classes
April 11
Racer Productions
Rita Coombs
(304) 284-0084
info@gnccracing.com
http://www.gnccracing.com/
LOC:  Union, S.C.
 
Round 3
May 1: Youth
May 2: Amateur
Tri-County Sportsmen
Dennis McKelvey
(609) 390-3772
drm3772@yahoo.com
http://www.teamhammer.org/
LOC: Dorchester, N.J.
 
Round 4
May 29: Youth
May 30: Amateur
Sugar Camp Racing
Scott Schwalbe
(715) 272-1101
sugarcampracing@frontiernet.net
http://www.sugarcampent.com/
LOC: Rhinelander, Wis.
 
Round 5
July 18: Youth and Amateur
Rausch Creek Powersports
Tiffany Tobias
(570) 682-4600
tiffany@rauschcreekracing.com
http://www.rauschcreekracing.com/
LOC:  Valley View, Pa.
 
Round 6
July 31: Youth
Aug. 1: Amateur
High Mountain Dirt Riders
Mike Soudas
(570) 954-7799
mike@cycleplayground.com
http://www.hmdr.org/
LOC: Catawissa, Pa.
 
Round 7
Aug. 7: Youth
Aug. 8: Amateur
Range Riders MC
Paul Otto
(763) 229-1177
paul.otto@comcast.net
http://www.rangeridersmc.org/
LOC: Hill City, Minn.
 
Round 8
Aug. 28: Youth
Aug. 29: Amateur
Knobby Acres
Cindy Davis
(607) 756-5277
mcdavis409@yahoo.com 
http://www.wnyoa.net/ 
LOC: Cortland, NY

Round 9
Sept. 18: Youth
Sept. 19: Amateur
IN, IL, KY Enduro Riders
Kenny Moore
(812) 549-8385
kenmoore80@aol.com
http://www.blackcoal.org/
LOC:  Lynnville, Ind.

About the American Motorcyclist Association
Since 1924, the AMA has protected the future of motorcycling and promoted the motorcycle lifestyle. AMA members come from all walks of life, and they navigate many different routes on their journey to the same destination: freedom on two wheels. As the world’s largest motorcycling rights organization, the AMA advocates for motorcyclists’ interests in the halls of local, state and federal government, the committees of international governing organizations, and the court of public opinion. Through member clubs, promoters and partners, the AMA sanctions more motorsports competition and motorcycle recreational events than any other organization in the world. AMA members receive money-saving discounts from dozens of well-known suppliers of motorcycle services, gear and apparel, bike rental, transport, hotel stays and more. Through its Motorcycle Hall of Fame Museum, the AMA preserves the heritage of motorcycling for future generations.

The following is a recall notice from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration…

Vehicle Make / Model:   Model Year(s):
     BMW / K1300 GT   2009-2010
 
     BMW / K1300 S   2009-2010
 
Manufacturer: BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, LLC Mfr’s Report Date: DEC 04, 2009
NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number: 09V471000 NHTSA Action Number: PE09052
 
Component: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Potential Number of Units Affected: 2019
Summary:
 BMW IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2009 AND 2010 K1300 S AND K1300 GT MOTORCYCLES MANUFACTURED BETWEEN SEPTEMBER 11, 2008 AND NOVEMBER 19, 2009. POOR FUEL QUALITY MAY LEAD TO SMALL DEPOSITS WITHIN THE THROTTLE BODIES. DURING ENGINE OPERATION IN A LOW RPM RANGE, TYPICALLY NEAR IDLE SPEED (WHEN COMING TO A STOP) AIR FLOW COULD BE SUFFICIENTLY RESTRICTED AND ENGINE STALLING COULD OCCUR.
Consequence:
 ENGINE STALLING COULD RESULT IN A VEHICLE CRASH.
Remedy:
 BMW WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPAIR THE MOTORCYCLES FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN DURING JANUARY 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT BMW AT 1-201-307-4000.
Notes:
 OWNERS MAY ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION’S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), OR GO TOHTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV .

Biker Bash at the Beach is coming to Madeira Beach. $1.00 Drafts, $1.75 Longlecks, $2.00 wells

Strip Club Choppers is pleased to announce the addition of Michele Smith for the 2010 strip club choppers roadhouse tour.  Michele Smith, formally the host of “American Thunder” is an iconic figure in the motorcycle industry. Michele has changed the stereotypical image of a “Biker Chick” into “Biker Chic” by adding a bit of glamour to the biz.

Michele started out in the modeling world as a pin-up girl. Most of the jobs she did were sexy-type photos seen in motorcycle calendars, posters, catalogs and magazine covers like Playboy, Muscle and Fitness, Swimwear USA, Swimwear International and Neue Revue. She also appeared on the cover of Easy Riders Roadware clothing catalog and in too many industry magazines to list.

Michele has been riding motorcycles since 1994 when she decided to take the California Motorcycle Safety Course after she was hired as a stuntwomen for foreign film.

Michele joins the SCC Roadhouse tour with veteran Jay Barbieri, producer and on air personality of the SPEED channel’s “American Thunder” as well as the author of the “Bikers Handbook” along with Johnny Lange founder and owner of Strip Club Choppers.

To book this trio of industry giants, along with the full SCC Roadhouse set up at your event or rally for 2010 contact Johnny Lange at: 714 465-7103 http://www.stripclubchoppers.com/ or info@stripclubchoppers.com 

Dealerships across the Country to Host Women-Only Garage Parties in March 2010

MILWAUKEE (December 2009) – Harley-Davidson has announced plans for National Garage Party Month, when dealerships across the country will host Garage Party events during March 2010.  Harley-Davidson Garage Party events provide a fun, social environment for women to learn about the sport of motorcycling, as well as meet other women who are interested in riding. Dealers host the events year-round, but the Motor Company has declared March as a special focus to bring national awareness to the events, which have encouraged thousands of women to learn to ride in the last few years.

Harley-Davidson started hosting Garage Party events at dealerships throughout the country in 2005 to encourage women to embrace the sport of motorcycling. The growth of female riders has continued to rise over the last two decades. In 1990, women represented just three percent of riders, but according to recent data from the Motorcycle Industry Council, women riders now represent 12 percent of new motorcycle purchasers and 23 percent of all motorcyclists.

“Garage Party events provide women with a no-pressure chance to learn, socialize and ask questions about Harley-Davidson motorcycles,” said Leslie Prevish, women’s outreach manager for Harley-Davidson Motor Company.  “Garage Party events are not only educational, but also an empowering experience for women, which is why they have been so successful.  We know millions of women are interested in motorcycling, but don’t know where to start, and we look forward to encouraging thousands of new women to get a taste of riding and learn how it can change their lives, like it has for more than a million women in the last few decades.”

Garage Party events are fun and interactive, covering topics such as a review of the basic motorcycle controls, how to customize a motorcycle’s style and ergonomics and how to gear up for a ride.  Garage Party event attendees are organized into small groups, getting their first taste of the camaraderie that goes along with riding.  Groups will visit four informational seminars, including:

•  Motorcycle Orientation to learn the basic differences between Harley-Davidson motorcycle families.
• MotorClothes^® Merchandise to discover the important attributes needed in motorcycle gear.
• Customization to learn how to customize a motorcycle to reflect a rider’s personal style and ergonomic needs, using Fit Shop that many dealers have.
• Self-Service to find out how just about anyone can handle the weight of a motorcycle, including an interactive experience on picking up a motorcycle – for those who are interested in trying it out. 

Between seminars, women get the chance to interact with each other, as well as hear from women who are already living their motorcycle dreams.

The women-only Harley-Davidson Garage Party events are free for any woman who is looking to take the next step to get behind the handlebars.  For more information about Garage Party events or to find an event in your area, visit www.harley-davidson.com/garageparty. The main Harley-Davidson Women Riders site, www.harley-davidson.com/womenriders also has hundreds of Rider Stories from women who have realized their dreams of riding and want to encourage others to do the same.

Harley-Davidson Motor Company, the only major U.S.-based motorcycle manufacturer, produces heavyweight motorcycles and a complete line of motorcycle parts, accessories and general merchandise. For more information, visit Harley-Davidson’s Web site at www.harley-davidson.com.

The following is a recall notice from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration:

Vehicle Make / Model:    Model Year(s): 

     BUELL / XB12X    2010

     BUELL / XB12XT    2010

Manufacturer: BUELL MOTORCYCLE CO. Mfr’s Report Date: NOV 25, 2009

NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number: 09V465000  N/A

NHTSA Action Number: N/A 

Component: EQUIPMENT

Potential Number of Units Affected: 23

Summary:

BUELL IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2010 XB12X AND XB12XT MOTORCYCLES MANUFACTURED AUGUST 20 – SEPTEMBER 30, 2009. THE RIGHT HAND SIDE FOOTPEG MOUNT MAY HAVE BEEN MANUFACTURED TO INCORRECT SPECIFICATIONS. 

Consequence:

THIS CONDITION COULD ALLOW THE FOOTPEG TO MOVE SIGNIFICANTLY OUT OF POSITION, WHICH COULD LEAD TO LOSS OF CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE RESULTING IN INJURY OR DEATH OF THE RIDER.

Remedy:

DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE DEFECTIVE FOOTPEG MOUNT WITH A NEW FOOTPEG MOUNT THAT WAS MANUFACTURED TO THE CORRECT SPECIFICATIONS. THIS SERVICE WILL BE PERFORMED FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN ON OR BEFORE DECEMBER 14, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT BUELL DISTRIBUTION COMPANY AT 1-414-343-8400.

Notes:

BUELL RECALL NO. 0840. OWNERS MAY ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION’S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), OR GO TO HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV .

The following is a recall notice from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration:

Vehicle Make / Model:    Model Year(s): 

     H-D / FLHP    2009-2010

     H-D / FLHPE    2009-2010

     H-D / FLHR    2009-2010

     H-D / FLHR SHRINE    2009-2010

     H-D / FLHRC    2009-2010

     H-D / FLHT    2009-2010

     H-D / FLHTC    2009-2010

     H-D / FLHTCU    2009-2010

     H-D / FLHTCU SHRINE    2009-2010

     H-D / FLHTCU W/SC    2009-2010

     H-D / FLHTCU4-CVO    2009

     H-D / FLHTCUSE4    2009

     H-D / FLHTCUSE5    2010

     H-D / FLHTCUTG    2009-2010

     H-D / FLHTK    2010

     H-D / FLHTP    2009-2010

     H-D / FLHX    2009-2010

     H-D / FLHXXX    2010

     H-D / FLTR    2009

     H-D / FLTR3-CVO    2009

     H-D / FLTRSE3    2009

Manufacturer: HARLEY-DAVIDSON MOTOR COMPANY Mfr’s Report Date: NOV 25, 2009

NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number: 09V457000  N/A

NHTSA Action Number: N/A 

Component: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY:MOUNTING

Potential Number of Units Affected: 111,569

Summary:

HARLEY-DAVIDSON IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2009 AND 2010 TOURING FAMILY MOTORCYCLES, INCLUDING CVO TOURING AND TRIKE PRODUCTS, MANUFACTURED FROM JUNE 6, 2008 THROUGH NOVEMBER 19, 2009. THE FRONT FUEL TANK MOUNTS MAY DISTORT IN REACTION TO SEVERE FRAME DAMAGE FROM A FRONTAL COLLISION. THIS CONDITION MAY CAUSE A FUEL LEAK AT THE WELD OF THE FRONT BRACKET TO THE TUNNEL.

Consequence:

A FUEL LEAK IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE MAY RESULT IN A FIRE, WHICH COULD LEAD TO INJURY OR DEATH TO THE RIDER.

Remedy:

DEALERS WILL INSTALL A LEFT AND RIGHT BRACE, WHICH ARE INTENDED TO REDUCE FRONT MOUNT DISTORTION DURING CERTAIN CRASH CONDITIONS. THIS REPAIR WILL BE PERFORMED FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN ON OR ABOUT DECEMBER 14, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT HARLEY-DAVIDSON AT 1-414-343-4056.

Notes:

OWNERS MAY ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION’S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), OR GO TO HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV .