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Industry News — Brenda Vasknetz and Tammy Bohn Join the Sturgis Buffalo Chip Team

Experienced motorcycle rally event specialists Brenda Vasknetz and Tammy Bohn are now part of the Sturgis Buffalo Chip team. Brenda Vasknetz will serve as the Buffalo Chip’s Brand Alliance Manager, working closely with Sponsorship Director Lon Nordbye. Vasknetz, formerly the Sturgis Rally & Events Director, served the City of Sturgis for the past 27 years. The

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See Harley-Davidson’s XG750R Flat Tracker Bikes At Events in 2017

The liquid-cooled Harley-Davidson XG750R motorcycle will be the only bike raced by the Harley-Davidson Factory Flat Track Racing Team in 2017. The new flat-tracker will replace the Harley-Davidson XR750. The Harley-Davidson Factory Team will contest the 2017 American Flat Track (ATF) racing series and ESPN’s X Games Minneapolis Harley-Davidson Flat Track Racing event exclusively aboard

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EBR Motorcycles To Wind Down Production—Another American Manufacturer Rides Off Into the Sunset

This is not good news and as supporters of American motorcycle manufacturers, we can’t help but see that the writing is on the wall. This looks like the end for the legendary rogue manufacturer that brought so much to our industry. In a press communication released today, EBR Motorcycles announced it will begin a wind down of

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South Dakota Tourism Awards Sturgis Buffalo Chip Excellence in Tourism Innovation Award

Lieutenant Governor Matt Michels and Secretary of Tourism Jim Hagen delivered an impressive list of accomplishments during the South Dakota Governor’s Conference on Tourism Awards Night Gala January 19 before presenting the Buffalo Chip with the prestigious Excellence in Tourism Innovation award. This annual award honors an industry partner for its innovative thinking in marketing

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A New Practical Design On The Age-Old Motorcycle Jacket

Clever tactical pockets make it easy to travel light and stay organized in the new Men’s Synthesis Pocket System Leather Jacket (P/N 98118-17VM, from $475.00*) from the Harley-Davidson MotorClothes Collection.     This mid-weight cowhide motorcycle jacket features two large exterior pockets which unzip to reveal a total of six additional pockets, including two waterproof

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These Adjustable Floorboards Also Move Sideways To Make Room For Custom Exhaust Systems

These rider-friendly floorboards feature a unique profile to provide extended room and comfort for rider and passenger. The boards which feature a non-skid rubber cushioning inserts are also adjustable side to side. This is a unique way that will allow you to adjust the floor boards to fit with your custom exhaust system. Additionally the GMA boards have a replaceable

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Donnie Smith Show 30th Anniversary to Feature More Bikes, Cars, Parts and Tattoos

Motorcycle and car enthusiasts across the country will soon congregate at the 30th Annual Donnie Smith Bike & Car Show presented by Dennis Kirk to see and be seen at the largest custom bike and car show in the Midwest. In addition to motorcycles and cars, the 225,000 sq. ft. indoor event showcases a brand-new

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Settlement Reached in “Sturgis Rally Week” Infringement Case Mortimer to pay SMRi $325,000

This just in from the Sturgis Motorcycle Rally, Inc.: Sturgis Motorcycle Rally, Inc. (“SMRi”) has reached a settlement in its trademark infringement litigation against Kent Mortimer and his companies, which arose out of misuse of SMRi’s STURGIS trademarks. “After months of negotiations, two mediations, and over two years of litigation in federal court, we are pleased to

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Will Honda Soon Offer This Self-Balancing Motorcycle?

Honda presented an interesting concept motorcycle last week at CES, featuring Riding Assist technology. The technology leverages Honda’s robotics advancements to create a self-balancing motorcycle that greatly reduces the possibility of falling over while the motorcycle is at rest. While this can be dismissed as another gimmick, we have to wonder how this technology could help those with

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