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Edelbrock Releases 2012 Russell Performance Plumbing Catalog


Motorcycle Performance Parts


TORRANCE, CA (May 17, 2012) - Russell Performance, a division of Edelbrock LLC, which offers a complete line of Advanced Fluid Transfer Systems, has a new catalog available for 2012. Since Russell joined the Edelbrock family in 2000, the Russell brand has experienced expanded product offerings, dedicated marketing and exceptional quality control.


Performance Parts, Motorcycle Parts

With more than 2,200 Russell Automotive products available, Russell has established itself as a leader in the performance plumbing market. Russell products include hose and fitting applications, specialty fittings and adapters, complete brake lines, clutch lines, tools and more. The 2012 catalog is sure to impress with an array of new products-from the expanded Pro-Classic Crimp-On fittings and EFI adapters.

This catalog is available in print or on CD for free and is also viewable online. The online catalog is offered in a media rich format that can be viewed on a PC or with a smart phone/tablet, including all iPhone® and Android® based devices. To order, call toll free (888) 288-2892 (or) order online at: http://www.edelbrock.com/order_catalog

    Features Include:
  • 74-pages of more than 2,200 performance plumbing Products
  • Available FREE online or in print (#600261)

For more information visit www.edelbrock.com, www.russellperformance.com

ABOUT RUSSELL

Russell Performance specializes in the manufacturing and distribution of fluid transfer systems and components for automotive and motorcycle markets. Russell Performance is a wholly owned division of Torrance, CA based Edelbrock, LLC. Edelbrock encompasses six locations in Southern California totaling more than 500,000 square feet. For more information, visit www.russellperformance.com


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Seminole Casino Immokalee Motorcycle Event
Let It Ride Motorsports Series

Biker SHow


This Saturday, May 19th, from 3 to 6pm is the Seminole Casino Immokalee Biker Appreciation. On stage live in the Zig Zag Lounge will be Deb & The Dynamics! Each biker and rider will receive FREE $10 food/beverage voucher and $20 FREE play. V.I.P. secured bike parking. There is NO registration fee for this event. To receive this package, you must have I.D. This is a 21 years or older event.

 

The Seminole Casino Immokalee is a great destination ride!

 

See you there!

 

  

 

Tony Allen

239-229-8526

tony@flhrh.com

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blank 05/14/12 09:56AM Chaps, Gloves, Leather Jackets, Motorcycle Gear

Fox Creek Leather

Looking for Motorcycle Gear? Details Matter.

Whether you’ve always ridden motorcycles or are just getting started, there’s an endless array of options out there for your motorcycle gear needs. Don’t be fooled by inexpensive imported goods or cheap superstore prices.

Quality matters. Made in the USA matters.

What you’ll find at Fox Creek Leather, besides outstanding customer service, is attention to detail. From the design, to the thread, to the leather itself, we care what goes into our products.

Take the Men’s Vented Racing Jacket. It’s our oldest and our best selling item… Ever. Why? This motorcycle jacket has clean, discrete styling and features that offer excellent functionality.

Our leather motorcycle jackets are simple, timeless styles that offer what’s most important to motorcyclists – protection. We use thick, yet supple leather that’s going to literally save your hide should you go down. Check out our crash testimonials. They speak for themselves.

When your body is scrubbing against pavement, you’re still in trouble if your leather motorcycle jacket isn’t sewn with thread tough enough to withstand the tension. Not only do we use heavy duty nylon thread but each leather item is hand sewn in America by people who care about what they are doing and are proud of their work. When a customer brags about their motorcycle jacket or other leather good, we pass the word along to the guys at the factory. As a matter of fact, our motto, Leather To Last A Lifetime, actually came from a customer testimonial!

Check out this detailed picture of the Classic Motorcycle Jacket that was in a wreck. Notice the scratches on the hardware? That’s the damage from the pavement. Notice the hardware is all still in tact? That’s because we only use the best hardware available. From YKK zippers to heavy duty snaps and buckles.

Details matter.

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RIDING IN THE WIND - Yes, there's risk...so safety & protection matters.

Motorcycle Marc's Adventures published a new post entitled "RIDING IN THE WIND - Yes, there's risk...so safety & protection matters." on 4/29/2012 2:57:37 PM, written by Motorcycle Marc.




        
               No matter how cool or tough you are, riding without a helmet could cost you your life.


Like many of you riders out there, I've pretty much done it all on a motorcycle over my 40+ years of riding.  Luckily, I've still got all my limbs and faculties still intact. But, there were a few close and scary moments. Thank God himself and thanks to the ma nufacturers of quality riding gear for keeping my brain in my head and for keeping road rash away from hitting bone. You know I care about bikers so let's discuss motorcycle riding safety and the type of protection you should at least consider for yourself and your loved ones.

Why is motorcycle safety gear so important?

Road rash...OUCH, accompanied by some big French swear words, I muttered as I skidded across a gravel road for about 30 feet. That really hurt I said to myself as I picked myself off the dirt looking at my torn jeans and leather jacket. Luckily, the ground was soft (not pavement) and I was wearing a helmet. Embarrased, but alive. Living and learning the hard way has been one of my hallmarks. Thank goodness for luck.   

           

Simple things like wearing proper riding leathers, a helmet and practicing emergency riding maneuvers can save your life. You would not drive a car these days without a seat belt, so why even consider riding a motorcycle without the proper safety equipment. Tough leather boots, goggles, heavy leather gloves, leather jackets and and pants/chaps ---all with armored strengthening will go a long way to making any crash situation more "enjoyable".  

It is really important to keep yourself protected at all times while on a motorcycle --- just in case you go down.

Why do riders need medical insurance?

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                                                           Hospital Bills Are Usually V ery Ugly.

As someone who rides a 2-3-wheeled vehicle at high speeds, having quality medical/health insurance should be one of your top priority investments.  Medical bills from one motorcycle accident (or other cause) can wreck your financial life faster than you can shift from first to second gear. You need health insurance because you cannot predict what your medical bills will be. The purpose of this insurance is to help you pay for care from medical facilities. It protects you financially in the event of an unexpected serious injury.  

Get Medical Insurance online here.

Why do motorcyclists need Life Insurance?

                          

Simple Reason - To protect the lifestyles of your loved ones should you go down and not get up. Life Insurance pays cash, usually tax-free, to beneficiaries that can be used for any purpose. Typically, proceeds from life insurance policies provide:

Income to spouses and children
Pays off mortgages and other loans
Can pay for college educations
Protects savings and other assets
Pays for funeral expenses
Can pay for whatever expenses your survivors can think of.

Click here to learn more about life insurance for bikers.

Accidents do happen. Make sure to protect yourself & your family's future.

          
                        Hitting a deer at any speed is gonna hurt if not not darn-right kill you.
I love motorcycling and I know most of you that subscribe to this blog love the freedom of the road that the sport brings to all of us. Enjoy the experience offered by this great hobby. Just make sure you make time to plan for the potential accidents that can come with the territory.


Ride Safe Out There,

Motorcycle Marc


              Bonneville Salt Flats - Bub's Speed Week 2011


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Note: No professional insurance advice is provided in this blog. You must speak with one of our licensed Professional Insurance Advisors in order to determine the best combination of price and coverage for your specific exposures to risk and your insurance protection needs.


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blank 05/07/12 12:47PM Bike Fest, Biker Rally, Biker Show, Events, motorcycles

Register Now...Las Vegas Bike Fest



Las Vegas BikeFest

Las Vegas, Nevada

September 27 to 30, 2012


Las Vegas Bike Week General Information

Not many places better to hold a motorcycle rally then in one of the premier party spots in the world. Las Vegas NV itself has plenty of things for you to do including gambling, shows, concerts, celebrity performances, wild night clubs, strip clubs, and cruising on the Vegas Strip. Combine this with a bunch of bikers and you will have a great time at bike fest in Las Vegas that is on the Lightning Customs' 2012 Major Biker Rally List.

Las Vegas Bike Fest Attractions

One of the biggest attractions at the Las Vegas rally is the Artistry in Iron where top bike builders show off their latest custom bikes and mingle with attendees. There is also another custom bike show, poker walk, two poker runs, $10,000 slot tournament, rides, stunt show, giveaways, and Vendor Village at the Cashman Center as well as the events at the casinos, clubs and dealerships during LV Bike Fest. Each year some of the big things to look forward to at the Las Vegas motorcycle rally are the Mr. and Miss Las Vegas Bike Fest, bikini, and wet t shirt contests.

Bike Fest Las Vegas Fees and Other Info

-FEES: 2012 Fees for Passes have not been announced. In 2011 the Party Pass- $25 if you pre-registered and $40 on-site OR the Ultimate Pass- $50 if you pre-registered and $65 on-site. The difference was if you were able to see the Custom Bike Show (both passes did include the Artistry in Iron) and being registered for the two poker runs and the poker walk. Free parking at the Vendor Village at the Cashman Center.
-CONTACT: 702-450-7662 or Info@LasVegasBikeFest.com
-MORE INFO: Las Vegas Bike Fest site
-HOTELS: Book Your Hotel Now


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blank 05/03/12 10:18AM American Motorcycle Rally, AMR, Bikers, Events, Rally

7000 Mile Motorcycle Rally

American Motorcycle Rally


The American Motocycle Rally™ will encompass a 7000 mile trek, around the United States, over nine days. The ride will not only test a rider’s stamina and endurance, but the mental capacity to follow directions and digest information during the event. Riders will encounter some of the most beautiful scenery in the world; from desert to vast mountain ranges, incredible coast lines, plateaus and scenic farmland that define the United States. 

What’s it all about?

June 13th-23rd. The ride will start and end at C&A Harley Davidson, Plain City, Ohio and is open to all riders

from around the world, riding any stock manufactured motorcycle.

With $500,000 in cash and prizes up for grabs. The American Motorcycle Rally™ will also give every rider who participates,

the chance to win fantastic prizes,including motorcycles and other valuable merchandise.

The journey will be strictly scheduled with specific starting time and an ending deadline.

Tracking devices will be attached to each rider and motorcycle who is participating.

Enthusiasts will be able to track their favorite rider throughout the event live on

The American Motorcycle Rally™ web site.

The finale will feature a fantastic night time gala that will highlight the support of our sponsors

and the accomplishments and determination of all the participants.

The best part about this event! All the proceeds go to Charity, not in our pocket!

Come ride with the best riders in the world...with a purpose!



100% ENTRÉE FEE PURSE PAYOUT!

The event is a points based event. The rider who acquires the most points by the end of the event will be designated the winner.

There will be seven check points from start to finish. At each check point riders will be given the of their next check point, a list of "pitstops" along the route, a time in which the rider must be at the following check point and a prefered route.

Each "pitstop" that the rider goes to will be GIVEN 1000 points. For every half hour that the rider is late getting to the next check point will be DOCKED 500 points.

The rider who acquires the most points will win the event. The next set of directions will not be handed out until two hours after the completion time of that given leg.

Riders are not required to ride the "preferred route". It will be impossible for riders to stop at every "pitstop" along the route and get to the check points on time, so the rider with the best set of directions and use of navigation equipment will have the advantage!


CASH AWARDS:
$350,000.00
1ST
$150,000
2ND
$50,000
3RD
$35,000
4TH
$25,000
5TH
$20,000
6TH
$15,000
7TH
$10,000
8TH
$7,000
9TH
$5,000
10TH
$4,000
11TH-20TH
$1,600
21ST-30TH
$1,300
Prize money based on 350 riders.

Rider's also have a choice of riding a portion of the Rally by participating in a "LEG" ride. A "LEG" ride is challenging yourself between one checkpoint and another. For example, if you participated from Columbus to Chattanooga, that's one leg.

The checkpoints are from Columbus to:

Chattanooga, TN

Tulsa, OK

Las Vegas, NV

Ft. Collins, CO

St. Louis, MO

Columbus, OH (finish)

Rider's will not need to purchase a GPS tracking device since they are not participating for prize money. This is just to experience what the Rally is about.

The Entry Fee for a "LEG" ride is $200. This money will go straight to charity. AMR has 2 charities it's working with which is Nationwide Children's Hospital, and the Make It Fit foundation for children with Autism.

NOTE: ALL CASH PRIZE MONEY NOT WON BY PARTICIPANTS WILL BE DONATED TO THE CHARITY OF THE PRIMARY SPONSORS CHOICE!

ALL PARTICIPANTS ENTERED IN THE 2012 EVENT WILL BE ELIGIBLE FOR THE PRIZE AWARDS ON SATURDAY JUNE 23RD! YOU MUST BE PRESENT TO WIN!


THE BROTHERHOOD OF GIVING

We here at AMR have been giving to our communities for years. There is no better feeling than giving. The sacrifices we make, whether it's time, money or labor, are miniscule in comparison to what we were put on earth for.

For all of us, we strive everyday to make it. We are trying to pay bills, keep our children in good schools, have nice homes…… but for some, striving to make it is just trying to survive. These people need food, clothes, medical assistance, medical research and some even need full-time assistance to function. These are the reasons the AMR was formed.

The founders are avid motorcycle enthusiasts. They have been riding for over 50 years combined. They have been friends for 30 years and have strong community ties in central Ohio. Through these relationships, they have built the American Motorcycle Rally. This non-profit organization has just two simple goals. The first is to promote a true motorcycle rally for every participant to have an incredible riding experience with the ability to win and second is for all the profits to go towards helping those in need.

Every participant will be making a difference in someone's life for the better and greater good of humanity and with the opportunity to win for themselves. What better of an event than to have fun traveling this beautiful USA on two wheels and to give at the same time? It doesn't matter to us where you come from. If you are here riding with us for the benefit of others, you're with AMR and making a difference.

It's the Brotherhood of giving.


Our Experience!

The American Motorcycle Rally™ is brought to you by the marketing partnership of Capital City Motorsports Inc. Our team has been involved with the Motorcycle and Automotive markets for over thirty years. Our involvement includes participation in and association with the American Motorcycle Association, Antique Automobile Club of America, Auto Racing Club of America, Goodguys Rod and Custom Association, Harley Owners Group, International Hot Rod Association and the National Hot Rod Association, not to mention charitable organizations such as Beat the Heat, the Police Athletic League, Ronald McDonald House and Special Olympics.


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Branson Motorcycle Rally 2012

Branson Motorcycle Rally 2012


Branson’s biggest biker party of the year is coming up May 31st through June 3rd. This year’s rally includes guided group rides, live music, stunt riding exhibitions, Team FSX Freestyle Motocross Shows, Biker Babe Rallies, Poker Runs, vendor areas, sanctioned amateur boxing events, tattoo contests, kick off parties, event parties, after Rally parties, and lots of parties in between.

The event is being held at the Outback Complex where you can stay onsite at the Outback Roadhouse, eat at the Outback Steak and Oyster Bar, and hear live entertainment at the Outback Pub. For more information, check out the Rally website.

Shine up your pony, saddle up and head to the 11th annual BMR.

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May is Motorcycle Awareness Month

Motorcycle Marc's Adventures published a new post entitled "MAY IS MOTORCYCLE AWARENESS MONTH - Please take extra care to watch out for bikers." on 5/1/2012 9:38:45 PM, written by Motorcycle Marc.


MAY IS MOTORCYCLE AWARENESS MONTH - Please take extra care to watch out for bikers.


PRESS RELEASE: AMERICAN MOTORCYCLIST ASSOCIATION - April 30, 2012

The AMA urges extra precautions during May:
Motorcycle Awareness Month

The AMA is urging all road users to look around, check your mirrors, and consciously watch for motorcycles during Motorcycle Awareness Month in May 2012.

Through legislative and gubernatorial proclamations around the country, May has been declared Motorcycle Awareness Month. The outreach to remind road users to share the road with motorcyclists and make a conscious effort to look for them is an annual effort by the motorcycling community, particularly since in many states few motorcycles were on the road in the winter and early spring months.

                               

The AMA request follows the association's successful "Get Out And Ride!" Month of April, which encouraged motorcyclists everywhere to enjoy the passion and excitement of motorcycling in the dirt and on the street. Each week during AMA Get Out and Ride! Month, the AMA focused on a special motorcycling theme, from riding solo to riding with others to riding for a cause to riding smartly.

"Motorcyclists take to the highways in large numbers every spring, and it's the responsibility of all road users to acknowledge us safely and attentively," said AMA President and CEO Rob Dingman. "This is why many states and local governments officially promote motorcycle awareness during the month of May.

"Unfortunately, many road users are not always mindful of those with whom they share the road, and an annual reminder is helpful for them to recognize the flow of motorcycles in traffic, and make an extra efforts to watch for motorcycles," Dingman said.

"One of the leading causes of motorcycle crashes is the fact that drivers don't see motorcycles," he said. "Simply put, drivers tell themselves to watch for cars, trucks, buses and pedestrians, but they don't tell always themselves to watch for motorcycles. We want to change that."

Drivers can avoid crashes with motorcyclists by taking extra care to watch for motorcyclists, especially at intersections, respecting the motorcyclists' space on the road and by not following too closely.

"If all drivers would make a conscious effort to look twice before turning left across the oncoming lane of traffic at an intersection, crashes could be prevented and lives would be saved," Dingman said.

For motorcyclists, the AMA strongly encourages the use of personal protective equipment -- including gloves, sturdy footwear and a properly fitted motorcycle helmet certified by its manufacturer to meet the U.S. Department of Transportation standard -- as part of a comprehensive motorcycle safety program to help reduce injuries and fatalities in the event of a motorcycle crash.
                                              
                                              

Please go to the 
AMA Website  for more information. They do an excellent job looking out for us motorcycle fans and I am proud to say that I have been a Charter Life Member for over 25 years.

Join The AMA today.


Motorcycle Marc

Ride Safe Out There...


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