Friday, September 10, 2010
Our Flat Track insider gives the latest sccop on the happenings at the Illinois State Fair Grounds during Rounds 13 & 14 of the 2010 Grand National Championship.
Wednesday, September 08, 2010
Dr. Frazier looks back at the bike that spawned the adventure-touring genre and celebrates the 30th anniversary of the BMW GS with his fellow Big Dogs.
Tuesday, September 07, 2010
Monster Energy Kawasaki's Bryan Smith managed a win at the Springfield Mile by only 0.048 seconds ahead of Chirs Carr.
Tuesday, September 07, 2010
We recently poured through the pages of Let's Ride Sonny Barger's Guide to Motorcycling and came away with a newfound respect for the former Hells Angels leader for his comprehensive, well-written introduction to the world of motorcycling.
Tuesday, September 07, 2010
Monster Energy Kawasaki's Henry Wiles and Rod Lake Racing's Brad Baker each took wins at the Springfield Short Track during Round 13 of the 2010 Grand National Championship.
Tuesday, September 07, 2010
What does the Ducati-Valentino Rossi marriage mean for the Italian marque's bottom line? All this and more in the September issue of Euro Gossip.
Monday, September 06, 2010
We got to sample two of California Sidecars' most recent offerings at Sturgis, the Heritage Softail-styled Volusia trike and the sporty three-wheeler known as the CSC Custom.
Friday, September 03, 2010
Honda unveils its 2011 Fury and Interstate cruiser models as well as the latest Big Red UTV to its dealers.
Thursday, September 02, 2010
FLUIDYNE Powersports is proud to have kept Bryan Smith's Ninja 650-based flattracker running cool and consistent as he powered to an historic victory at the Indy Mile, Kawasaki's first win in the premier AMA Grand National Twins class.
Thursday, September 02, 2010
After 45 years of service as one of America's most prominent motorcycle new sources, Cycle News has become the latest victim of our industry's harsh economy.
Wednesday, September 01, 2010
Motorcycle USA brings you this tale of multi-state travel as we make our way across Colorado and Wyoming on a 2011 Victory Vision 8-Ball to take part in the 70th Sturgis Rally.
Wednesday, September 01, 2010
Next year Yamaha’s cruiser motorcycle subsidiary, Star Motorcycles, will be introducing an all-new addition to its line-up with the 2011 Star Stryker.
Tuesday, August 31, 2010
Painter David Uhl and Photographer Michael Lichter will be collaborating on the award for the upcoming Motorcycle Cannonball event, a cross country endurance ride for more than 50 pre-1916 motorcycles.
Monday, August 30, 2010
In Round 12 of AMA Flat Track Kawasaki's Bryan Smith held off seven-time champion Chris Carr to take his first AMA Pro K&N Filters Grand National Championship victory at Indiana State Fairgrounds.
Saturday, August 28, 2010
Our man on the inside of AMA Flat Track delivers his most recent report on the racing action at Indianapolis.
Friday, August 27, 2010
AMA Flat Track returns to Northern California and Motorcycle USA lets the good times roll with Kawasaki, riding to Calistoga to take in the races in this motorcycle tour.
Tuesday, August 24, 2010
MotoGP rider Nicky Hayden will be the honorary Grand Marshall of the Lucas Oil Indy Mile in the upcoming round of AMA Flat Track racing.
Tuesday, August 24, 2010
Ripxx allows riders to monitor different aspects of a ride, from tracing their path across the mountains to counting lap times and measuring jumps.
Monday, August 23, 2010
We hop on a 2011 Cross Country then sample the Hammer 8-Ball and other 2011 Victory Motorcycles in this Victory first ride review.
Monday, August 23, 2010
For the sixth time this season Monster Energy Kawasaki's Henry Wiles dominated the Grand National Championship, leading all 25 laps of the main and snaring the four-lap Dash for Cash event.
Monday, August 23, 2010
For this month's Memorable Motorcycle our vintage editor takes a look back at a racing legend and personal hero, riding the Mike Hailwood Replica Ducati.
Friday, August 20, 2010
Grant Parsons and James Holter were recently promoted to Director of Communications and Managing Editor of American Motorcyclist magazine respectively within the AMA communications department.
Friday, August 20, 2010
Harley-Davidson had its 2010 Road Glide Ultra and XL883L SuperLow models out for show in Las Vegas while unveiling their 2011 lineup to dealers around the world.
Friday, August 20, 2010
Sparta has launched a new service called Cyclechex, which offers the public a way to obtain motorcycle history reports that include crash data, last recorded mileage and the number of previous owners.
Thursday, August 19, 2010
Our test pair of Shift Racing's black leather, gauntlet-style Bullet Gloves have seen a lot of miles, accompanying us to Laconia, Sturgis and numerous motorcycle intros in addition to being our go-to set for daily riding.
Thursday, August 19, 2010
We reflect on the 2010 Sturgis Rally, from riding with Rupert in the Legends Ride to hearing Michael Lichter tell the story behind his photos in the Motorcycles as Art exhibit, from rocking with ZZ Top to covering the AMD Championships.
Tuesday, August 17, 2010
Because of the recent success of the AMA Pro K&N Grand National Championship, management at Yavapai Downs has chosen to postpone the event until adequate seating can be made available.
Monday, August 16, 2010
A Pediatric Brain Tumor Foundation Ride for kids event in Utah and Massachusetts raised more than $71,000 for research and family support programs.
Friday, August 13, 2010
Motorcycle USA's Sturgis coverage continues including a trip to the AMD World Championships, the Harley-Davidson Ride In Bike Show, a peek at Indian Motorcycles 2011 Chief Blackhawk and more concert action.
Thursday, August 12, 2010
Competitors from 17 countries vied for the 2010 AMD World Championship of Custom Bike Building title yesterday in Sturgis with Fred Krugger from Belgium being rewarded for his two-in-one motorcycle.
Thursday, August 12, 2010
The party continues in Sturgis as the Stone Temple Pilots and Wolfmother played electrifying sets Wednesday at the Rock N' Rev Amphitheater adjacent to the Monkey Rock.
Wednesday, August 11, 2010
The 2010 Sturgis Rally kicks off and Motorcycle USA is there for all the action, starting with the Michael Lichter/Sugar Bear ride and the Legends Ride led by an unexpected name.
Wednesday, August 11, 2010
Michael Lichter debuted never before shown photography along with the work of 30 of the best custom motorcycle builders in the business at the Eternal Combustion 30 in the Wind exhibit in Sturgis at the Legendary Buffalo Chip.
Wednesday, August 11, 2010
Motorcycle USA matches up the horsepower monster Star VMAX against its torque equivalent in the new Triumph Rocket III Roadster.
Tuesday, August 10, 2010
The retro look is in style, only sometimes we have to sacrifice comfort and protection to get it. Not with the Bell Custom 500. We have a look at the latest retro-themed lid from the originators.
Tuesday, August 10, 2010
In an effort to cut costs the new coalition Government in the UK has decided to turn off speed cameras. Find out more details on this and other news in our latest edition of Euro Gossip.
Sunday, August 08, 2010
Motorcyle USA's second day on the road to Sturgis includes a trip up to Estes Park to visit the famously haunted Stanley Hotel and a long stretch through the farms and ranches of Wyoming along Highway 85.
Sunday, August 08, 2010
Picking up nearly 2800 miles where it left off, Round 10 of the 2010 Grand National Championship took place at Hagerstown Speedway in Maryland with Joe Kopp reigning supreme.
Saturday, August 07, 2010
Our man on the inside of AMA Flat Track gives the latest scoop on racing at Calistoga during Round 9 of the 2010 AMA Pro K&N Filters Grand National Championship.
Saturday, August 07, 2010
Motorcycle USA begins its trek to the 70th annual Sturgis Rally with a spectacular ride across Colorado on a 2011 Victory Vision 8-Ball.
Friday, August 06, 2010
AMA Pro Flat Track will reach an important benchmark in its history this weekend with the the Grand National Championship reaching its 1100th event.
Friday, August 06, 2010
American motorcycle manufacturer Harley-Davidson announced today that it has completed the sale of MV Agusta.
Friday, August 06, 2010
Dr. Frazier has frequented the far east many times in his global motorcycle travels, but Thailand seems to offer many more adventure tales than the the rest.
Thursday, August 05, 2010
Star Raider owner Donnie Baker turned to custom builder Kent Weeks to turn his stock Raider into a sleek looking bagger.
Tuesday, August 03, 2010
The AGV Sport Moda Ladies Perforated Leather Jacket combines attractive styling and a snug fit in a riding jacket that breathes well on hot summer days but is warm enough to wear into the cool night.
Tuesday, August 03, 2010
One of the oldest and longest running motorcycle racing series in America, Flat Track is a sport requiring strength, skill and a whole lot of courage.
Monday, August 02, 2010
The Legends Art Gallery, with work by artist David Uhl and photographer Josh Kurpius along with a collection of historic motorcycles, will be located on the second floor of the main saloon at the Broken Spoke Campground in Sturgis.
Monday, August 02, 2010
Riders headed to Sturgis will get the first opportunity to see the 2011 Indian Motorcycles, including the 2011 Chief Blackhawk, as the motorcycle manufacturer prepares to debut its new lineup at the Rally.
Monday, August 02, 2010
Harley-Davidson celebrates 107 years of producing motorcycles with 32 bikes and trikes in its 2011 lineup, including the 2011 SuperLow Sportster and a new touring motorcycle, the 2011 Road Glide Ultra.
Monday, August 02, 2010
The 2011 Harley-Davidson Road Glide Ultra is all decked out in The Motor Company's new PowerPak, including a beefier Twin Cam 103 engine, ABS, a Smart Security System and added passenger amenities courtesy of the King Tour Pak.