Helmets Are Just A Shiny Hat

Or are they?  Ever wonder what standards and the testing that goes into DOT and/or SNELL certified helmets? I did, but first some background. Tucked within the Department of Transportation is the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), which regulates the performance of motorcycle helmets (among other vehicle products) under the National Traffic and Motor Vehicle [...]

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Triumph Sprint Recall

Triumph Sprint GT Triumph Motorcycles are recalling certain model 2010 Sprint ST and GT motorcycles. NHTSA information HERE. The problem is an incorrect length dipstick and as a result the accuracy of measuring the oil level might be in error.  The remedy is that dealers will replace, free of charge, the engine oil plug/dipstick fitted to [...]

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Motorcycle Distractions From The Web – 12.27.10

After 3+ years of running this blog I’ve learned that it can be a truly time consuming gig.  And, finding the time to blog (when it’s not your day job) or keep up the momentum is a challenge.  I often run across topics, but just don’t have the cycles to create something witty or provide fast enough [...]

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‘Twas The Night Before At Harley

This holiday season I want to thank all of you for your continued support and wish you a Merry Christmas and a happy New Years! Below is a little poem I crafted for the Harley team… December 24, 2010 ‘Twas the night before Christmas, when all through the Harley house, Not a manager was stirring, [...]

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Harley Drops Some Coin

In a move that contradicts previous year investment strategies, Harley-Davidson is feeling flush this holiday season and announced increases in race team support and contingency funds. First off was the $45,000 fund announcement and support of the AMA Pro Racing Vance & Hines XR1200 Series.  The series expands to nine rounds of the 2011 AMA Pro Road [...]

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Thinking Snow And Wishful Drinking

It was a big year for Harley-Davidson as they shifted from downsizing, labor agreements and weathering the recession to now looking forward to growth in 2011.  With freezing temperature and snow falling in many parts of the U.S., I’ve compiled some 2010 highlights to provide you some entertainment as you warm up with hot chocolate: January [...]

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Harley-Davidson Effected By State Of Emergency

Severe weather conditions continued across Wisconsin. Most businesses and the ever important holiday shopping season grinded to a halt. Power outages along with blizzard conditions, a wind-chill advisory and missing people meant Governor Jim Doyle declared a State of Emergency for all 72 counties.  The Governor’s State of Emergency calls to active duty elements of the [...]

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WikiLeaks Publishes Harley-Davidson Office Party Notice

The holidays are time for a lot of cheer and goodwill. But there is one more infamous element to the holiday season that everyone is familiar with — the office party. The Harley-Davidson Christmas party notice surfaced on WikiLeaks, and I decided to share it with you below: From: The Office of The President Subject: Friday’s [...]

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Harley-Davidson Reach And Relevance

Start with the “charisma and swagger” of Charlie Sheen, add a little Lady Gaga recklessness, mix it all together with the sensibility of John Mayer, and you’re well on your way to a vibrant digital marketing campaign. Or at least that’s what Harley-Davidson’s, CMO, Mark-Hans Richer seems to believe. Taking a page from celebrities and [...]

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31st Annual Shriners Toy Run

It’s the mother of motorcycle parades and it benefits children. I’m talking about the Portland, Oregon annual Toy Run this Saturday (December 4th) which benefits children at OHSU’s Dornbecker Children’s Hospital. The major organizer and motorcycle advocacy group for the event is ABATE and this year will mark 31 years.  In previous year’s turnout there have been thousands [...]

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