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MotoUSA Photo of the Week - April 15, 2011

Friday, April 15, 2011
April 15th's Photo of the Week comes to use from the great state of Utah and Motorcycle USA Forums User SMG. Take a closer look at the wonderful fall colors and a very nice Ducati.

Dirico Motorcycles - Small Company, Big Heart

Thursday, April 14, 2011
Dirico Motorcycles has picked up the torch of philanthropy by donating and building the official Sturgis Rally Raffle Bike as well as supporting other charitable causes.

Dr. Frazier's BMW R69S Adventure

Thursday, April 14, 2011
Dr. Gregory Frazier takes a ride on BMW's lesser known adventure bike the R69S through the rough out back of Colorado and takes on the famous Pikes Peak.

Texas Bike Works New Century-Rocket Frame

Wednesday, April 13, 2011
Texas Bike Works introduces the latest addition to its lineup of chopper RetroFrames, the Century-Rocket.

Cobra Introduces New Fi2000 PowrPro Tuner

Wednesday, April 13, 2011
Cobra Engineering introduces what it's billing as 'revolutionary continuously variable tuning technology' in the form of its new Fi2000 PowrPro.

Hogslayer Documentary Signs First Sponsors

Wednesday, April 13, 2011
The producers of 'Hogslayer - The Unapproachable Legend' are proud to announce it has signed on the first four sponsors for their documentary about a twin-engine Norton drag bike.

Chasin' Key West Sunset on a Stratoliner Deluxe

Wednesday, April 13, 2011
We make a run for Key West, Florida on custom 2010 Star Stratoliner Deluxes in hopes of making it in time for the sunset celebration in Mallory Square.

Buffalo Chip Celebrates 30 with Rock Superstars

Monday, April 11, 2011
Sturgis is months away but the lineup of killer musical acts scheduled for the Legendary Buffalo Chip's 30th anniversary is already filling in with a long list of rock superstars.

It's Official - Intrust Forecloses, Big Dog Closes

Friday, April 08, 2011
After initially denying it was going under, Intrust Bank has officially foreclosed on Big Dog Motorcycles and the company has closed its doors.

Honda Quake Recovery Update April 8

Friday, April 08, 2011
In the latest press release from Honda's president and CEO, Takanobu Ito, the company plans to resume production on April 11th, though only at 50%.

Backroad Ramblings: Magazine Addiction

Friday, April 08, 2011
In this edition our rambler reveals his addiction to magazines and the turmoil it’s brought upon the Giacchino household.

2011 Arizona Bike Week Review

Thursday, April 07, 2011
Factory demo rides, shiny custom cruisers, hot girls in bikinis and old school heavy metal were all on the menu at Cyclefest for this year’s 2011 AZ Bike Week in Scottsdale, Arizona as we joined in on the fun in the sun.

Prodigal Father, Pagan Son Book Review

Thursday, April 07, 2011
Prodigal Father, Pagan Son is a hard-hitting tale of a boy who grows up inside the world of the Pagans Motorcycle Club after being born the son of the president of the Philadelphia chapter.

Sturgis Mark Federally Trademarked by SRMI

Wednesday, April 06, 2011
The word mark Sturgis has been federally trademarked in connection with Sturgis Rally goods and services.

IMBBA Announces US World Cup Competitors

Wednesday, April 06, 2011
The International Master Bike Builder Association announced the names of the American custom motorcycle builders who will represent our country in the IMBBA World Cup Competition next year.

Custom Chrome European Bike Show Winners

Tuesday, April 05, 2011
Custom Chrome's International Bike Show Series headed to Europe recently where over 100 custom motorcycles competed for trophies and prizes.

Riding w/ Angels Raises $6200 at Broken Spoke

Tuesday, April 05, 2011
The Broken Spoke Saloon held a fundraiser for Riding with Angels during Daytona Bike Week that raised $6200 for the organization.

Backmarker: Nuclear Cowboyz Inception

Tuesday, April 05, 2011
Backmarker makes its Motorcycle USA debut with motojournalist Mark Gardiner recounting the creation of perhaps the future of freestyle motocross – Micky Dymond’s one-of-a-kind Nuclear Cowboyz show.

Bruce Rossmeyer's Harley Museum/Store

Monday, April 04, 2011
Bruce Rossmeyer's announced it is going to open a Bruce Rossmeyer Harley-Davidson museum and store at its Beach Street location in Daytona Beach.

2011 Star Stryker to the Space Center

Monday, April 04, 2011
We escape the bustle of Bike Week with a ride down to the Kennedy Space Center on Star Motorcycles 2011 Stryker to witness the final landing of the space shuttle Discovery.

Victory Warrior Made Vegas 8-Ball Give-Away

Thursday, March 31, 2011
Victory Motorcycles salutes U.S. military personnel and is sponsoring MilitaryTimes.com 'Warrior Made' series by giving away a special 2011 Vegas 8-Ball.

Performance Machine's New Trike Wheels Line

Thursday, March 31, 2011
Performance Machine introduces its new line of 2011 trike wheel designs for various OEM three-wheeled motorcycles.

Bryan Smith Leaves Monster Energy Kawasaki

Wednesday, March 30, 2011
AMA Pro Flat Track rider Bryan Smith announced that he is leaving the Werner Springsteen Monster Energy Kawasaki Team after the two parties were unable to reach an agreement for the 2011 season.

Samson Exhaust Intros Powerflow III 2-into-1

Wednesday, March 30, 2011
Samson Exhaust introduces its Powerflow III 2-into-1 exhaust for Harley-Davidson Dyna Glide, Softails, Dresser and Sportster motorcycles.

Hot Leathers Ready for Arizona Bike Week 2011

Wednesday, March 30, 2011
Hot Leathers continues to hit the 2011 motorcycle rally scene and is set up and ready to go for Arizona Bike Week 2011.

Leesburg Bikefest 2011 April 7-10

Wednesday, March 30, 2011
The small central Florida town of Leesburg prepares to welcome the throngs of motorcyclists headed their way for the 15th Leesburg Bikefest.

Harley-Davidson Offers Detach Depot Wall Rack

Tuesday, March 29, 2011
Harley-Davidson is offering its Detach Depot Wall Rack that provides convenient, secure storage for Tour-Paks, racks, windshields, leather bags and more.

Jesse James Book, American Outlaw, Out Soon

Tuesday, March 29, 2011
Jesse James, the custom bike builder who built West Coast Choppers into an empire, has a new book coming out soon titled 'American Outlaw.'

Sucker Punch's Bike Hunt Custom Sneak Peek

Tuesday, March 29, 2011
Sucker Punch Sally's is putting the finishing touches on the custom chopper one lucky perosn will win after following the clues to find the key in the Arizona Bike Hunt.

Roland Sands Design New Slam Wheel

Monday, March 28, 2011
Roland Sands Designs is offering its latest great-looking wheel, the RSD Slam Wheel, available in Black Ops and Contrast Cut finishes.

Spitfire Motorcycles New Girder Front End

Monday, March 28, 2011
Spitfire Motorcycles is offering its new Girder front end made from high quality American DOM tubing.

World Record Moto Jumps at Buffalo Chip

Monday, March 28, 2011
The Legendary Buffalo Chip will be adding mind-blowing Moto X jumps and multiple world record attempts to its entertainment lineup in celebration of the Chip's 30th anniversary in Sturgis.

2012 Victory High-Ball First Ride

Monday, March 28, 2011
Victory Motorcycles goes retro with its 2012 High-Ball by bobbing the front fender, going short and stout on its white-walled wheels and throwing on Ape Hangers. We take it for a first ride during Bike Week.

Kawasaki USA Fundraiser for Japan

Sunday, March 27, 2011
After not sustaining any damage from the Japan earthquake, Kawasaki Heavy Industries will continue its operations in Akashi while U.S.-based Kawasaki entities are collecting donations from its employees.

Countdown to AMA Get Out and Ride Month

Friday, March 25, 2011
The AMA Get Out and Ride Month is kicking into gear on April 1st with a list of riding activities across the country.

Dar Holdsworth - Darwin Motorcycles Interview

Friday, March 25, 2011
We caught up with the talented custom motorcycle builder and the driving force behind Darwin Motorcycles, Dar Holdsworth, recently at Bike Week for a quick interview.

'The Great Ride' to Premier on Fox Sports Net

Thursday, March 24, 2011
The Great Ride show, set to premier Tuesday March 29th on Fox Sports Net, will feature all the latest inventions and toys and is a must-watch for any motorcycle enthusiast.

2011 Custom Chrome Dealer Show

Thursday, March 24, 2011
The 2011 Custom Chrome Dealer Show featured one of the biggest lineups yet with 80 vendors and hundreds of authorized dealers in attendance.

Memorable MC: Triumph Thunderbird 650

Thursday, March 24, 2011
This month’s Memorable Motorcycle harkens back to the post-war era, when GIs returned home and forked over mustering pay for sleek rides like the Triumph Thunderbird.

Motorcycle Insurance Tips for Riding Season

Thursday, March 24, 2011
There’s nothing like cruising down the open road on your motorcycle – the wind in your hair and a few bugs in your teeth; but before you hit the highways and byways this season, make sure your insurance policy is up to speed.

Honda Motorcycle Production Back March 28

Thursday, March 24, 2011
Honda announces motorcycle production will resume at its Kumamoto Factory starting on Monday, March 28.

Powersports Industry Supports Japan Relief

Wednesday, March 23, 2011
Three powersports industry associations today joined forces to provide financial assistance to the relief efforts currently underway in Japan.

Custom Chrome Aids Buffalo Chip Challenge

Tuesday, March 22, 2011
Custom Chrome aims to give Western Dakota Technical Institute students the upper hand by sponsoring them in the 2011 Buffalo Chip Challenge.

2011 Daytona Beach Bike Week in Review

Tuesday, March 22, 2011
Motorcycle USA takes a look back at all of the motorcycle racing, custom bike shows, parties on Main Street and the rides we took around Daytona Beach in our 2011 Bike Week Review.

See Michael Lichter's Slant Artist at Buffalo Chip

Monday, March 21, 2011
The Legendary Buffalo Chip recently announced the name of famed photographer Michael Lichter's 11th Annual Motorcycles as Art Exhibit - Slant Artist, An Eccentric View on Motorcycles and Art.

Star Motorcycles Giving Away Custom Stryker

Monday, March 21, 2011
One lucky person will win a 2011 Star Stryker customized by Low and Mean courtesy of a sweepstakes Star Motorcycles is currently conducting.

Bike Week 2012 Pushed Back a Week

Monday, March 21, 2011
Following NASCAR's announcement that it is pushing the Daytona 500 back a week, Daytona Beach Bike Week 2012 is following suit and will also take place a week later in 2012.

Rat’s Hole Custom Bike Show Bike Week 2011

Friday, March 18, 2011
From rat bikes to exotic radicals, sportbikes to cruisers, the 39th Rat's Hole Custom Chopper and Bike Show featured them all at its annual Bike Week competition.

Ultimate Builders Crowned at Bike Week IMS

Thursday, March 17, 2011
The best of the best met in Daytona Beach for the Progressive IMS to crown the winner of the Ultimate Builder Custom Bike Competition.

Icon Overlord Prime Leather Jacket Review

Thursday, March 17, 2011
We've been putting the Icon Overlord Prime Leather Jacket to the test over the last couple of months to see how it stands up to everyday abuse.
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