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Harley’ Davidson’s CEO Elected to Constellation Brands, Inc. Board of Directors

To learn more about Constellation, visit the company's website at www.cbrands.com.

VICTOR, N.Y., July 25, 2011 - Constellation Brands, Inc. (NYSE: STZ), the world’s leading premium wine company, announced today that its board of directors increased the size of the board from eight to nine members. In addition, the board elected Keith Wandell, 61, president and chief executive officer (CEO) of Harley- Davidson, Inc., effective the close [...]

July 29th, 2011 | Posted in Blog View,Harley Davidson | Read More »

World’s Premier Amateur Motocross Event Set Next Week for Hurricane Mills, Tenn.

PICKERINGTON, Ohio — The American Motorcyclist Association (AMA) congratulates the nearly 1,500 qualifiers who’ve earned a start at the world’s premier amateur motocross event: the 30th Annual AMA Amateur National Motocross Championship, presented by Amsoil, at the Loretta Lynn Ranch Monday, Aug. 1, through Saturday, Aug. 6, in Hurricane Mills, Tenn. “The AMA Amateur National [...]

July 29th, 2011 | Posted in Blog View,Competition | Read More »

Victory Storm Sturgis

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Victory Motorcycles is making its presence felt at the 71st Annual Sturgis Rally in 2011. In addition to their unique, downtown Sturgis location, Victory will have its largest ever test fleet available for demo rides. As an official Sponsor of the Sturgis Legendary Buffalo Chip, Victory will be participating in Chip activities all week and [...]

July 29th, 2011 | Posted in Blog View,Rally & Event News,Victory | Read More »

Riders Rumble Through the Woods in Tomahawk, WI this September

TOMAHAWK, Wis., July 20, 2011— The Muscular Dystrophy Association kicks off the Tomahawk Fall Ride with the 2nd Annual Rumble Through The Woods Friday, September 16. This year, the Muscular Dystrophy Association will host a scenic, 60-mile ride across the Northwoods, stopping in Merrill before returning to SARA Park in Tomahawk. “The Rumble Through the Woods showcases [...]

July 29th, 2011 | Posted in Blog View,Rally & Event News | Read More »

S&S Hires Former CFO Stephen Iggens as President

(Viola, WI) S&S Cycle Inc. of Viola, Wisconsin is pleased to announce the hiring of Stephen K. Iggens as company President. The duties of President have been handled by Executive Chairman and CEO George B. Smith since late 2008. Iggens first official day on the job will be August 8, 2011 and he is planning [...]

July 29th, 2011 | Posted in Blog View,Press Releases | Read More »

Mecum to Auction Yamaha R1 for Charity at Monterey Event

MARENGO, Ill. – Mecum Auctions will sell a one-of-a-kind Yamaha YZF-R1 motorcycle at no reserve during their upcoming Mecum Monterey Auction, Aug. 18-20, 2011 at the Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel & Spa on the Del Monte Golf Course. The R1 motorcycle will cross the Mecum auction block, Lot T190.1, on Thursday, Aug. 18 at 6pm [...]

July 29th, 2011 | Posted in Blog View,Rally & Event News,Yamaha | Read More »

Ener1 Announces Supply and Distribution Agreement with Lightning Motorcycles

Ener1's lithium-ion battery solutions to be used in Lightning's growing product line of racing and commuter motorcycles and scooters

NEW YORK, July 28, 2011 /PRNewswire/ — Ener1, Inc. (NASDAQ: HEV), a leader in lithium-ion energy storage solutions, today announced a supply and distribution agreement with Lightning Motorcycles, the maker of the world’s fastest production electric motorcycle.  As part of the agreement, Ener1 will supply Lightning Motorcycles with its automotive-grade, lithium-ion battery cells — designed for plug-in hybrid [...]

July 28th, 2011 | Posted in Blog View,Press Releases | Read More »

Roadsmith Gives Away Trike Conversion at Wing Ding

Knoxville, TN (July 26, 2011) – Roadsmith has a couple of wonderful traditions that they follow each year at the Wing Ding Rally, no matter where it takes place.  This year’s rally in beautiful Knoxville, TN was certainly no exception.  In addition to an incredible customer appreciation barbecue luncheon for over 100 of their customers [...]

July 28th, 2011 | Posted in Blog View,Press Releases | Read More »

Poker Run Bikers to Travel Florida Keys’ Overseas Highway Sept. 15-18

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KEY WEST, Florida Keys Motorcyclists from throughout the United States are to travel one of America s most scenic highways to raise money for charity during the 39th annual Key West Poker Run, set for Thursday through Sunday, Sept. 15-18. Traditionally drawing riders on up to 10,000 bikes, the popular ride features a unique route down [...]

July 28th, 2011 | Posted in Blog View,Rally & Event News | Read More »

Hall of Fame Supporter Wins 1973 Kawasaki Z1 and 2010 Z1000 in Motorcycle Hall of Fame Raffle

PICKERINGTON, Ohio — When he was growing up in the late 1970s, riding a Kawasaki KZ650, Scott Carey from Pecatonica, Ill., considered the 903cc Kawasaki Z1 the quintessential superbike of its day. Now, 40 years later, the Motorcycle Hall of Fame supporter has his dream bike. Carey won a restored 1973 Kawasaki Z1, as well [...]

July 28th, 2011 | Posted in Blog View,Press Releases | Read More »