Motorcycles

6/13/2008 -- NORFOLK (NNS) -- The Naval Safety Center (NSC) and the Motorcycle Safety Foundation (MSF) unveiled the new military sport bike course (MSBC) designed specifically for high-performance motorcycles, June 11. Adm. Jonathan Greenert, Commander, U. S. Fleet Forces Command and Rear Adm. Arthur J. Johnson, Commander, Naval Safety Center, both lauded the effort involved in bringing this to the fleet.

First Military Sport Bike Course at Naval Station Norfolk: The course is sponsored by the Naval Safety Center. U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Kristopher S. Wilson    » read more »

WASHINGTON, May 25, 2008 – A chain of about 750,000 motorcycles ridden by Vietnam veterans and military supporters blazed through the nation’s capital today as part of the 21st annual Rolling Thunder rally.

In addition to offering vets a chance to reconnect with their brothers-in-arms and honor fallen comrades, the ride aims to raise awareness about issues concerning prisoners of war, troops missing in action and veterans’ benefits.

President Bush this afternoon arranged for Rolling Thunder founder Artie Muller to be delivered by helicopter to the White House, where the two discussed topics at the heart of Muller’s nonprofit group.    » read more »

Most Outstanding Rider at the Inaugural Event Will Win Honor and a Custom Harley-Davidson Motorcycle

April 7, 2008 -- More than 85 of the world’s best motocross riders will compete in the debut of the Moto X World Championships, April 12-13 at Qualcomm Stadium in San Diego, Calif. Prize money and the title of Moto X Champion are up for grabs as well as the prestigious, first-time Evel Knievel Award and a custom Knievel Harley-Davidson motorcycle.

“ESPN is proud to bring the legacy of Evel Knievel to the Moto X World Championships,” said Rick Alessandri, managing director, X Games Franchise. “Evel did so much for the sport of motocross, and it is only fitting to have an award based on performance for his namesake at this new X event.”    » read more »

Sal Masekela to Host with analysts Pastrana, Carmichael, McGrath & Other Top Competitors

April 8, 2008 -- ESPN will kick off its inaugural Moto X World Championships Saturday, April 12 at 3 p.m. ET with X Games host Sal Masekela leading an unprecedented line up of athlete analysts, including Travis Pastrana, Jeremy McGrath, Ricky Carmichael, Doug Henry and Brian Deegan.    » read more »

Mike Metzger & Robbie Maddison Added to the List of Riders To Compete

March 13, 2008 -- Starting today, a limited amount of “Moto X Mayhem” ticket packages are available for fans to attend the debut of the Moto X World Championships in San Diego, Calif. April 12-13 at Qualcomm Stadium.    » read more »

Thursday, February 14, 2008, WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Transportation Secretary Mary E. Peters today sent legislation to Congress seeking greater flexibility for states to target one of the leading causes of motorcycle deaths across the nation – riding without a helmet.

An avid motorcyclist, she credits her helmet and riding gear for saving her life during a 2005 motorcycle crash.    » read more »

Releases a Public Service Announcement on Her Personal Crash Survival

November 2, 2007 -- WASHINGTON, D.C. -- To combat the alarming trend of rising motorcycle injuries and fatalities, U.S. Secretary of Transportation Mary E. Peters today announced a comprehensive new federal initiative to improve motorcycle safety with more rider education and training, tougher standards for helmet certification labeling, law enforcement training, and road designs that consider motorcycle dynamics.    » read more »

New Action Sports World Championship Event Takes Place April 12-13, 2008, at San Diego’s Qualcomm Stadium

WASHINGTON, Oct. 8 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Kawasaki Motors Corp., USA will introduce its first motorcycles with satellite radio this fall through a partnership with XM, the nation's leading satellite radio company.

Kawasaki will offer an all-new, state-of-the-art Premium Audio System on its Vulcan™ 1600 Nomad touring model. This new system will incorporate XM as an option.    » read more »

Two-Year Deal Brings One of Television's Boldest Personalities to the Network for Multiple Specials and Pilots

NEW YORK, Oct. 8 -- Spike TV signed a major talent and production deal with multi-media impresario, Jesse James; it was announced today by Sharon Levy, senior vice president, development, Spike TV. The exclusive two-year deal includes multiple pilots and specials for the network. James, who gained international fame for the hit series, "Monster Garage," is president of Payupsucker Productions and Payupsucker Publications.    » read more »

September 11, 2007, ARLINGTON, VA — Supersports have the highest death rates and worst overall insurance losses among all types of motorcycles, new analyses by the Institute and Highway Loss Data Institute (HLDI) reveal. Motorcyclists who ride supersports have driver death rates per 10,000 registered motorcycles nearly 4 times higher than rates for motorcyclists who ride all other types of bikes.    » read more »

Arrests, Searches Part of Ongoing Nationwide Initiative Targeting the “Outlaws”

August 15, 2007 -- WASHINGTON – Sixteen members of the Outlaws Motorcycle Club were indicted yesterday by a federal grand jury in Detroit on charges including violent crime in aid of racketeering, illegal drug distribution and gun violations, the Department of Justice announced today.    » read more »

May 10, 2007 -- AUGUSTA – Maine Governor John E. Baldacci welcomed the United Bikers of Maine to the Blaine House Thursday morning. The bikers joined the Governor for a tea reception and accepted a proclamation naming May as Motorcycle Safety and Awareness Month in Maine.

“It’s not only important for you to ride safe, but also for other motorists to be aware of your presence on the road and for them to drive safely with you in mind as well,” Governor Baldacci said.    » read more »

April 24, 2007 -- JEFFERSON CITY – Missouri Governor Matt Blunt today presented a proclamation to the Freedom of the Road Riders declaring May 2007 as Motorcycle Awareness Month. The ceremony followed a procession of motorcycles around the state Capitol.    » read more »