Harley-Davidson is scaling back production at two plants in Wisconsin as a result of a strike at the companys final assembly facility in York, Pennsylvania. Union employees at the plant, represented by the International Association of Machinists (IAM) Local Lodge 175, went on strike February 2.
Harley-Davidson Reduces Production
The non-traditional motorcycle manufacturer, UM (United Motors of America, Inc.) is offering two new motorcycles in the sport category for 2007, the V2S-250R and V2S-650R.
A motorsports enthusiast to the core, Kawasaki Public Relations Manager Jan Plessner has been leading the way for women and motorsports for nearly 17 years. She has been instrumental in helping raise awareness for women in motorcycling by supporting positive role models such as Pro Kawasaki AMA Racer Jessica Zalusky, gathering 30 female motorcycle journalists for a press event, teaching Kawasaki dealers about female motorcycle customers, and supporting the Womens Motocross Association.
Women in Motorcycling: An Interview with Jan Plessner
I think it is fair to say that most people who ride motorcycles love adventure and the great outdoors. After all, you cant ride your motorcycle in your living room. But when we do find ourselves on our couches in front of the TV, the Discovery Channel takes us on a lot of great adventures, which is how a lot of you came to know me through the Discovery Channels “Motorcycle Women” documentary.
Backroads With Betsy: Making It to the Top
Dowco recently introduced a new line of luggage for 2007, Fastrax Elite Sport and Adventure Luggage. The new line also features a unique color matching system, with several color inserts to choose from so your gear can complement your bike. Check out this week’s selections for the latest motorcycle product news!
Dowco Fastrax Sport and Adventure Luggage
A new interactive webcam offers a daily tour of the of the new Harley Davidson museum construction site in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.
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IndyCar racer Danica Patrick and the Teutul family from Orange County Choppers will be part of the diverse cast for this years Go Daddy Super Bowl ad.
Super Bowl Ad to Feature Familiar Stars
Victory Motorcycles rolls out its new Vision line of motorcycles today. The unveiling of the Victory Vision Tour and the Victory Vision Street end months of speculation among the public that Victory was going to introduce something completely new and different in the luxury touring category.
FIRST LOOK: Victory Unveils Luxury Touring Motorcycle
Two new models were unleashed from Victory this year, plus a couple of hot signature customs from Arlen and Cory Ness. WRN Editor Genevieve Schmitt reports on her test ride of the new bikes, and evaluates the rest of the Victory line-up with an eye on what women want.
2007 Victory Motorcycles Part 1: The New Models
Victory has an impressive line of motorcycles with several models ideal for women. We run down the list of bikes explaining what think about them.
2007 Victory Motorcycles Part 2: The Rest of the Lineup