Indiana Jones rides into Harley Museum
March 31, 2009 by Newswire
Filed under Featured, Harley-Davidson, Museum
HARLEY-DAVIDSON MUSEUM BRINGS A PIECE OF HOLLYWOOD TO MILWAUKEE
Arrival of famous Indiana Jones movie motorcycles kick off adventure and fun for all ages
Calling all spring breakers, Indiana Jones movie buffs and fans of Harley-Davidson: the Harley-Davidson Museum announced today it will feature the two motorcycles ridden by Harrison Ford and Shia LaBeouf in the Lucasfilm's movie "Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull" in a special display opening April 3.
Visitors to the Museum can sit on the stunt motorcycle that starred in the movie and have a free photo taken. Also, on April 11, the Museum lobby will come alive with a snake display that is sure to thrill visitors of all ages.
Motorcycle thefts decline nearly 5 percent in last two years
A new report from the National Insurance Crime Bureau (NICB) shows that motorcycle thefts are trending down following similar good news about their four-wheel cousins. In 2008, a total of 60,763 motorcycles were reported stolen in the U.S. That number is down 2.3 percent from the 62,206 reported in 2007 and down 4.8 percent from the 63,828 reported in 2006.
The report clearly shows that motorcycle theft is more seasonal than other vehicle theft activity. July and August logged the most thefts while December, January and February had the fewest.
There are 684 different makes of motorcycles identified in the report, but just five makes account for 150,183 -- 80.4 percent -- of the total thefts. The top five makes are: Honda, Yamaha, Suzuki, Kawasaki and Harley-Davidson.
The five states with the most motorcycle theft activity are: California, Florida, Texas, North Carolina and Indiana. These states reported 72,619 thefts, or 38.9 percent of the total.
While overall thefts are down, recoveries are down as well, mirroring a trend that began in 2006 when the national recovery rate for stolen vehicles fell below 60 percent (59.0) for the first time in more than 10 years.
The top five states for recoveries of stolen motorcycles are: California, Florida, Texas, North Carolina and Maryland.
With bikes costing $20,000 and more, baby boomers and younger easy riders should take the time to learn how to protect their bikes. NICB has motorcycle theft prevention tips on our web site at www.nicb.org/cps/rde/xbcr/nicb/13734_Motorcycle_Eng.pdf.
The complete theft report is also available at www.nicb.org.
About the National Insurance Crime Bureau: Headquartered in Des Plaines, IL, the NICB is the nation's leading not-for-profit organization exclusively dedicated to preventing, detecting and defeating insurance fraud and vehicle theft through information analysis, investigations, training, legislative advocacy and public awareness. The NICB is supported by more than 1,000 property and casualty insurance companies and self-insured organizations. To learn more visit www.nicb.org.
April is “Check Your Helmet” month for motorcycle riders
Harley-Davidson Encourages Motorcyclists to Make Sure Helmets Ready for Riding
Having prepared their motorcycles and gear over the winter months, April is when many motorcyclists begin their riding season. April is also "Check Your Helmet" month, and a good time for every rider to ensure they're properly protected with a few vital inspections.
Bikers get sound sleep in HOG heaven
March 26, 2009 by Newswire
Filed under Featured, Harley-Davidson, Motorcycle, Museum
The Iron Horse Hotel to Welcome Road Warriors of All Stripes
Hotel is industry’s first geared for business travelers, motorcycle enthusiasts alike
MILWAUKEE,WI  – The industry’s first modern luxury boutique hotel geared toward business travelers and the growing segment of motorcycle enthusiasts is now open. Located in downtown Milwaukee, The Iron Horse Hotel offers a blend of upscale business services and, unlike any other premium hotel in the country, special amenities for riders.
Bikers roar into Washington D.C. to make their opinions heard
March 26, 2009 by Motorcycle Riders Foundation
Filed under Motorcycle, Motorcycle Riders Foundation
Bikers Inside the Beltway Date Confirmed
The Motorcycle Riders Foundation is pleased to announce that the Sergeant-at-Arms of the United States House of Representatives has approved our request to hold an event inside the Capitol complex. The event is planned for the morning and early afternoon of Thursday, May 14th, 2009. By all means, save that date on your calendars and plan to be in Washington, DC.
Harley-Davidson expands tribal collection accessories line
March 26, 2009 by Newswire
Filed under Harley-Davidson, Models
NEW TRIBAL COLLECTION ACCESSORIES FROM HARLEY-DAVIDSON
A Tribal Flame Design in Black Monochrome with Raised-Rubber Highlights
The new Tribal Collection accessories for 1996-2007 Touring models from Harley-Davidson Genuine Motor Accessories feature a monochrome palate and simple lines inspired by ancient tribal art. Tribal Collection Hand Grips (P/N 56254-09; $89.95) have a smooth, black-rubber surface that rises above the cast-in recesses of the jet black shell to add depth and dimension to the design. These comfortable, 1.5-inch diameter grips have a glueless design that can be removed for service without damage. Tribal Collection Mirrors (P/N 92398-09 Black, P/N 92410-09 Chrome; $129.95) feature a deeply grooved stem and the swept-back design that hugs the contour of the handlebar. The cast-in recesses of the tribal design highlight the details in the metal work.
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