Friday Motorcycle Chain Links – The Latest Motorcycle News for the Week

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2011 Loretta Lynn’s Special Events

The nation’s fastest amateur motocross riders lay it all on the line at the legendary Loretta Lynn Ranch, several special events will generate some excitement of their own at the 2011 Red Bull AMA Amateur National Motocross Championship.

Riders Rumble Through Woods for MDA

The Muscular Dystrophy Association kicks off the Tomahawk Fall Ride with the 2nd Annual Rumble Through The Woods Friday, September 16 2011.

X Games 17 Moto X Best Trick Results

The first front flip was landed at the X Games by Jackson Strong for the gold during the 2011 Moto X Best Trick competition.

X Games 17 Moto X Best Whip Results 2011

Six riders filled the air with a variety of whip styles during the X Games 17 Moto X Best Whip category.

X Games 17 Moto X Step Up Results

For the second year in a row Matt Buyten snagged the gold medal in the X Games 17 Moto X Step Up competition while breaking the previous record by two feet.

LeoVince USA ‘Why I Ride’ Facebook Contest

LeoVince USA announces the launch of their exciting new ‘Why I Ride’ Facebook contest.

Suzuki Introduces ‘Suzuki NOW” Website

American Suzuki Motor Corp. is pleased to announce the kickoff of a new website, ‘Suzuki NOW,’ a one-stop destination for customers who want quick, easy access to the latest Suzuki news, information, events and special offers.

Kawasaki Versys Pacific Coast Tour

Motorcycle USA samples the Kawasaki Versys for a quick coastal run. See how the Twin-powered do-it-all serves as a touring rig.

S&S Cycle Hires New Prez – Stephen Iggens

S&S Cycle announced it has hired on CFO Stephen Iggens as the company’s new president.

MHoF Supporter Wins 1973 Z1 & 2010 Z1000

Motorcycle Hall of Fame supporter has his dream bike. Scott Carey won a restored 1973 Kawasaki Z1, as well as a new Kawasaki Z1000, in the 2011 Motorcycle Hall of Fame raffle on Saturday, July 23.

Old Glory 100 Mile Ride to Honor & Veterans Celebration

Saturday, July 30, 2011 12:00 AM

Oshkosh Community Park
County Trunk Y
Oshkosh, WI 54901
Saturday, 7-30-2011

Bike Category: American
Ticket Phone: 920-450-3102
Ticket Web Link: www.oldgloryridetohonor.com
Contact: Christine Schad
Summary: Fundraiser for Old Glory Honor Flight, 100 Mile Motorcycle Ride & All Day Veterans Celebration, Absolutely Free Admission, Vintage & Antique Motorcycle Show, WW2 Military Displays, Vehicles & Weapons, Entertainment, Vendors, Food, Fun, Beer, Live Music& H-D Bike Raffle!
More info: www.oldgloryridetohonor.com

John’s Wheels For Wishes Poker Run

Saturday, July 30, 2011 12:00 AM

Starts in Thurmont MD and goes through parts of MD and PA.
Saturday, 7-30-2011

Facebook page: John’s Wheels For Wishes
On site registration 9am-10:45am

Bike Category: All
Event Title: John’s Wheels For Wishes Poker Run
Price: $25
Contact: ws4ws2009@yahoo.com
Summary: This year, John’s Wheels for Wishes will be hosting a poker run to raise money Kimberly Snow, a 5yr old little girl that, has a severe form of Cancer called Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia. Kimberly and her family have been faced with this since last year. She has to make weekly trips to Children’s Hospital for her chemo, treatments. Registration will be held at Eunice’s Restaurant (located at the corner of Biggs Ford Road and Route 15) where breakfast will be available, for purchase, before the Poker Run starts., The ride will head to Thurmont and continue through parts of MD and PA, ending at Lawyers Barn in Thurmont, Maryland for a cookout / after-party. Music, raffles and more will be held during the party so stick, around!! Food will be served at 5:00pm., If you can’t participate in the ride, the after ride party is open to everyone! Tickets will be sold for $10 Adults and $5 Children

Old Glory 100 Mile Ride to Honor & Veterans Celebration

Saturday, July 30, 2011 12:00 AM

Oshkosh Community Park
County Trunk Y
Oshkosh, WI 54901
Saturday, 7-30-2011

Bike Category: American
Ticket Web Link: www.oldgloryridetohonor.com
Summary: Fundraiser for Old Glory Honor Flight, 100 Mile Motorcycle Ride & All Day Veterans Celebration, Absolutely Free Admission, Vintage & Antique Motorcycle Show, WW2 Military Displays, Vehicles & Weapons, Entertainment, Vendors, Food, Fun, Beer, Live Music& H-D Bike Raffle!
More info: www.oldgloryridetohonor.com

7th Annual Antique Bikes on Main

Sunday, July 31, 2011 12:00 AM

Main St.
Chesnee, SC 29323
Sunday, 7-31-2011

Bike Category: American, British, Eurpoean, Japanese, All, Other, Auction, Clubs
Event Title: 7th Annual Antique Bikes on Main
Price: $0
Contact: Dennis Harris 864-590-2141
Summary: 7th Annual Antique Bikes on Main , located Downtown Chesnee, SC Sunday July 31, 2011, 12 noon until, Free Admission, everyone and all bikes welcome, rain or shine, food, live music, vendors, swap meet, sponsored by Chesnee Classic Cycle, Sandy Run Cycle, Charlie´s British Cycle, East Coast Cycles, for more info contact Dennis Harris at Chesnee Classic Cycle (864)590-2141 “Always The Last Sunday in July”, www.antiquebikesonmain.com
More info: www.antiquebikesonmain.com

BIKE DAY SUNDAY’S 12-7PM FREE BBQ

Sunday, July 31, 2011 12:00 AM

Screwie Louies Porpoise Pub
8701 Seminole Blvd
Seminole fl,33772 727-393-7616
Sunday, 7-31-2011

Bike Category: All, Auction
Event Title: Bike Auction 12-2pm every 1st Sunday
Price: 0
Contact: lou/richard
More info: www.screwielouies.net

VINTAGE Sportbike & Scooter Racing in San Diego

Sunday, July 31, 2011 12:00 AM

Qualcomm Stadium San Diego
www.racesmx.com
Monthly races
Sunday, 7-31-2011

Bike Category: American, British, Eurpoean, Japanese, All, Other, Auction, Clubs
Ticket Web Link: http:www.racesmx.com

Bike Night Thursdays!

Thursday, August 04, 2011 5:00 PM

Motor Bar & Restaurant at the Harley-Davidson Museum
Thursday, 8-4-2011, 5pm

Bike Category: American, British, Eurpoean, Japanese, All, Other, Auction, Clubs
Event Title: Bike Night Thursdays!
Contact: Motor Bar & Restaurant at the Harley-Davidson Museum
Summary: All bikes unite at Motor® Bar & Restaurant at 6th and Canal Streets for Bike Night every Thursday night! Check out the bikes and kick back for the music, food and drink specials. You won’t want to miss a single Thursday this summer! Learn more at www.motorrestaurant.com
More info: www.motorrestaurant.com

Love Ride

Saturday, August 06, 2011 11:00 AM

Midland Eagles Club
2934 E. Monroe Rd.
Midland MI 48642
Saturday, 8-6-2011, 11am – 7pm

Organized ride leaves at 11:00 am return for Pig roast and live entertainment. Rain day Aug. 7th

Bike Category: All
Event Title: Love ride is for Kids with Cancer

BIKE DAY SUNDAY’S 12-7PM FREE BBQ

Sunday, August 07, 2011 12:00 AM

Screwie Louies Porpoise Pub
8701 Seminole Blvd
Seminole fl,33772 727-393-7616
Sunday, 8-7-2011

Bike Category: All, Auction
Event Title: Bike Auction 12-2pm every 1st Sunday
Price: 0
Contact: lou/richard
More info: www.screwielouies.net

 

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