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  A total of 46,667 motorcycles were reported stolen in 2011, and 17,199 of them were recovered, according to a report released today by the National Insurance Crime Bureau. That compares to 49,791 stolen bikes in 2010, a decrease of 6 percent. Whereas the number of thefts increases dramatically in the warmer months, the day of the week

1935 frame with 1948 motor. New gear case, Crane single fire, CV carburator with Dyna Jet, 12 Volt Cycle Electric alternator, King Clutch. A great runner.

  Lawmakers in Gaza have continued their draconian campaign against motorcycle usage, taking the bold step of banning the import of spare parts for motorcycles into the ancient Palestinian city. Interior Ministry official Hassan Akashed has admitted that the move aims to directly reduce the number of motorcycles, which he claims are a main cause of

KLR Group/Spyke’s Harley-Davidson rider Michael Barnes won his third AMA Pro Vance & Hines XR1200 series race of the season and earned the first AMA Pro Racing class championship of his 25-year professional racing career Sunday at NOLA Motorsport Park in New Orleans, La., in a race that began with an atmosphere of highly charged

Here's this week's featured bike from the Bikernet archives. This one's a Honda 750. Check it out by clicking on the photo below.

  An unprecedented federal government effort to seize the Mongols Motorcycle Club’s trademark has quietly become a quarter-of-a-million-dollar headache for the Justice Department. Four years after prosecutors grabbed attention by lassoing the Mongols’ logo – a ponytailed man riding a motorcycle – along with myriad club members in Southern California, an appellate court must sort

The Promises Foundation announced today that Bartels Harley-Davidson will host the 4th Annual Miriam's House Poker Run Sunday, October 14th from 8:00 A.M. to 2:00 P.M. Christopher Reed, from the FX series Sons Of Anarchy, will lead the group of motorcyclists on a 30 mile ride through West Los Angeles and Malibu. Non-riders are welcome

Australia's highest court has granted the Finks MC the right to challenge the validity of controversial Queensland anti-biker/anti-association laws being used to have them declared a criminal organisation.  The Gold Coast chapter of the Finks on Friday won the first round in their fight in the High Court of Australia in Canberra during a hearing

The Ultimate Builder Custom Bike Show series pulls world class builders from across the United States. The 2012-2013 tour cities represent the most motorcycle-dense populations in the United States, reaching 75% of the nation's motorcycle enthusiasts. Attendees will see the latest trends in custom motorcycles and meet their local two-wheeled artists at the show.

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Harley-Davidson® Screamin’ Eagle® Factory Team rider Kenny Coolbeth finished in 11th place in the AMA Pro Harley-Davidson Insurance Grand National Championship race on the Tucson International Raceway half-mile. Goodwin Racing Harley-Davidson rider Steven Bonsey led every lap to score the second Grand National victory of his career. Crosley Radio rider Bryan Smith edged South East

And that's why you seem to see them literally everywhere since 1985! Whether or not you like them, these particular sport bikes have been around since 1985. Here's a look at where they came from and where they're headed.

Motorcycle thefts in the U.S. fell at a slower pace last year as declines in Texas and Florida were partially offset by an increase in California, the National Insurance Crime Bureau said. There were 46,667 thefts in the U.S. last year, a decrease of 6 percent from 2010, even as motorcycle sales rose, according to

  Ron emails: “Motorcycles need to be loud — for safety. Yes, you’ve heard this before but it is true. A car vs. a motorcycle; who do you think wins? Someone in a car or SUV texting or on the phone not paying attention drifts into another lane, or a car is sitting on a

This guy says he races his board track bike. Way to go!

Some of you may already know, but none the less it's worth sharing the news again about Ural Motorcycles' most incredible ambassador, Hubert. The Timeless Ride unfortunately came to a temporary halt earlier this summer when Hubert was stricken with illness. For some time it was very critical, and the prognosis and possible outcomes all seemed very

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  Four years to the day after federal agents arrested him and 77 other members of the Mongols motorcycle gang in a racketeering and conspiracy case, Al "The Suit" Cavazos will appear Tuesday in federal court. Cavazos wants his good name restored and his $3,800 bike returned. He may get the motorcycle back, his attorney

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  Police say the bikes and scooters are being plucked right off the street. The search is on for thieves who are stealing bikes during the night in Philadelphia. Hit the photo below to read more.