Krawiec Wins All-Harley Final at Las Vegas NHRA Nationals

Harley-Davidson Screamin' Eagle®/Vance & Hines rider Ed Krawiec rode a Harley-Davidson® V-Rod® to win the Pro Stock Motorcycle eliminations at the Big O Tires NHRA Nationals at Las Vegas Motor Speedway. Krawiec defeated his Harley-Davidson® Screamin’ Eagle®/Vance & Hines teammate Andrew Hines in the final. With one event remaining on the season schedule, Krawiec holds a 69-point lead in the Full Throttle NHRA Countdown to the Championship.

“This puts us in a great position for the championship, but we need to stay on our game,” said Krawiec, who won the NHRA Pro Stock Motorcycle world championship in 2008. “We can’t give up any points in qualifying, and need to just keep doing what we’ve been doing.”

At the beginning of Sunday eliminations, Krawiec held a nine-point lead over Lucas Oil Buell rider Hector Arana, Jr., who gained a point on the Harley-Davidson rider in qualifying with a track-record 6.879-second run on Saturday to earn the No. 1 qualifying spot. Krawiec qualified second at 6.894 seconds. Hines qualified fourth at 6.902 seconds.

Krawiec defeated Vroom Racing Buell rider David Hope in the first round on Sunday, and got a win over Nitro Fish Suzuki rider LE Tonglet in round two.  Arana Jr. lost in the second round to Angie Smith, handing Krawiec an opportunity to add to his points lead. The Screamin’ Eagle rider took full advantage, with a big win over Hector Arana Sr. on the second Lucas Oil Buell in round three, and a victory over his teammate in the final, with a 6.936-second run that was his quickest of the day. It was Krawiec’s fourth win of the season and 11th of his career.

“I had a great Harley-Davidson to ride all weekend,” said Krawiec. “Matt Hines put a new-style exhaust system on the bike that was a big improvement in performance. Other than that, we’ve just been consistent on the lights and smooth down the track. Over the long haul, that’s what it takes to win.”

Hines worked through Sunday eliminations with wins over Rum Bum Buell rider Bailey Whitaker, Suzuki Extended Protection rider Jim Underdahl, and Angie Smith before facing Krawiec in a final-round match for the first time since 2009.

“We didn’t have time to dyno-test this new exhaust, so we tried it on my bike first in qualifying before we put it on Ed’s V-Rod, because we didn’t want to take a chance with his points lead,” said Hines. “It made a positive difference right away. Ed is sitting in a great position and I can’t wait to get to Pomona and race this Harley. Maybe I’ll have a chance to knock off Arana and help him with the championship.”

With one Countdown event left on the 2011 schedule, Krawiec leads the Pro Stock Motorcycle class by 69 points, with 2,589 total points. Arana Jr. is second with 2,520 points. Matt Smith, who lost in round one at Las Vegas, is third with 2,403 points. Hines moves up to fourth place with 2,384 points. Geico Suzuki rider Karen Stoffer failed to qualify at Las Vegas and drops to fifth place with 2,329.

The NHRA Full Throttle Drag Racing Series returns to action on November 10-13 at the 47th annual Automobile Club of Southern California NHRA Finals at Auto Club Raceway in Pomona, California.

Company Information
Harley-Davidson Motor Company produces heavyweight custom, cruiser and touring motorcycles and offers a complete line of Harley-Davidson motorcycle parts, accessories, riding gear and apparel, and general merchandise. For more information, visit harley-davidson.com.

The Harley-Davidson Screamin' Eagle/Vance & Hines Pro Stock Motorcycle team is sponsored by Matco Tools and Dunlop.

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If you don't get noticed on this Victory Vegas Jackpot, you aren't on it.

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Victory 2006 Vegas Jackpot - An American Chopper

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Manufacturer  Victory  
Model Year  2006  
Model  Vegas Jackpot  
Retail Price   $10,755.00  
Price  *$10,499.00  
Color  Sunset Red with Extreme Graphic  
VIN #  006229  
Stock Number:  RSB VJ-002  
Miles  7512

Forget everything you’ve ever thought about factory-produced bikes. The Victory Vegas Jackpot™ is here – the bolder, in-your-face, devil-may-care cousin of the Vegas®. Behold its wicked-fat 250 mm rear tire – custom-designed for maximum handling specifically for Victory by Dunlop®. Its fuel-injected, counterbalanced, torque-laden 100/6 Freedom V-Twin. Its outrageous graphics, super-low 25.7 in. seat height and color-matched frame shimmering under six layers of clear coat. Behold the Jackpot. Proof positive the New American Motorcycle has arrived and is here to stay. With all the features and beauty of a custom, backed by the quality, performance and unrivaled reliability of Victory – a major new force in American motorcycle manufacturing.

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BMW C 600 Sport and C 650 GT Unveiled

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BMW proved it is aggressively exploring new segments after the Bavarian marque introduced the BMW C 600 Sport and C 650 GT scooters at Milan. BMW is aware that cities are more crowded than ever (we just topped seven billion people on Earth!), gas prices are never coming down, and scooters are slowly but surely gaining more acceptance in the mainstream. The two new maxi-scooters will be produced in the BMW Motorrad plant in Berlin and are aimed to please two different demographics, one more sport-minded while the other looks to do longer rides, more than likely two-up.

Though we knew from BMW’s Concept C Scooter that the two new offerings would operate with a continuously variable transmission, engine size had been a point of speculation. The guessing game is over as both the C 600 Sport and C 650 GT will be powered by a 647cc Parallel Twin with power ratings claimed to be 60 hp @ 7500 rpm and 48.7 lb-ft @ 6000 rpm. The engine has a 90-degree crank pin offset and 270-degree ignition spacing aimed at keeping vibrations low and is facilitated by two balancer shafts. It’s mounted low on the frame courtesy of a 70-degree forward tilt of its cylinder bank which helps in mass centralization and allowed BMW to make the scooters step-thru. Spent gases are jettisoned from a little, stubby pipe jutting off the right side. The stainless steel exhaust has a closed loop catalytic converter and O2 sensor which meets the upcoming stringent Euro 4 standards.

BMW engineers sought to give the BMW C 600 Sport and C 650 GT a rigid, stable ride so they utilized a tubular steel bridge frame mated to a diecast aluminum swingarm with the engine serving as a stressed member of the frame. The cast swingarm connects to a single rear shock to stabilize the rider of the rear while an upside-down fork with a 40mm tube anchors the front.

The performance-based scooters come with ABS standard. The braking system features three 270mm discs, two-rotors on the front and a single disc on the rear. Both tires stand 15 inches tall and measure out at 120/70 up front and 160/60 on the backside. Though a full spec sheet hasn’t been disclosed yet, there’s a pretty healthy stretch between the spoked wheels.

BMW chose the C 600 Sport for the world premiere of its FlexCase stowage system. From what we understand, the FlexCase uses a flap in the tail base under the seat which unfolds to make the storage space bigger when the vehicle is parked. There are also a couple of smaller storage compartments built into the front fairing. Since the C 650 GT is built with long-distance rides in mind, its standard storage compartment is a tad larger.

The C 600 Sport and C 650 GT scooters are full of the modern, edgy styling you’d expect from BMW Motorrad. Its split-face front fairing looks like something you’d find on a sportbike instead of a scooter. It has air intakes on its sides ala the BMW GS while its single-sided swingarm isn’t standard scooter fare, either. It has a multifunctional instrument panel highlighted by a large LCD display with an analog speedo and digital bar tach. BMW Motorrad is also offering an LED daytime running light as an option. We were hoping BMW’s C scooters would come with the twin LCD monitors that were connected to two rear-facing video cameras the BMW Concept C Scooter used as mirrors, but that option has been ditched for conventional mirrors. Attractive features like heated seats and heated grips are optional accessories.

The C 650 GT has a greater emphasis on comfort and touring so its riding position is a little more relaxed, the passenger seat is designed to be even more comfortable on long stints, and it has passenger floorboards instead of fold-out foot pegs. The rider’s seat comes up a little higher and has more of a true backrest which is adjustable and its bars are a touch higher than the C 600 Sport as well. Its windscreen is larger and electronically adjustable while the one on the C 600 Sport is manually adjustable to three different settings. The seat height on the C 650 GT is 30mm lower, too. Other differences between the two are the bodywork as the panels on the front and rear of the C 650 GT cover up more of the bike while the C 600 Sport is more streamline. As mentioned above the C 650 GT has a larger stowage area, claimed to be almost 60 liters in the tail. Other small differences include the location of the turn signals, with the C 650 GT’s units integrated into the mirrors on the front and with the LED light cluster on the rear.

The BMW C 600 Sport is available in Cosmic Blue Metallic Matt, Titanium Silver Metallic, and Sapphire Black Metallic while the C 650 T is offered in Sapphire Black Metallic, Platinum Bronze Metallic, and Vermillion Red Metallic. BMW’s new maxi-scooters will be available in spring of 2012 while prices have yet to be announced.

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Experience every thrill of the Spyder Y-Factor, plus a new shift in open road freedom. Talk about easy riding!

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2009 Can-Am Spyder SE5

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Manufacturer  Can-Am  
Model Year  2009  
Model  Spyder™ SE5  
Price  *$14,995.00  
Color  Millennium Yellow  
VIN #  000945  
Stock Number:  RSB SPY-002  
Miles  1723

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2012 CBR1000RR -- The Essential Superbike

There's big news when it comes to the new 2012 Honda CBR1000RR. The CBR1000RR is already the essential Superbike, offering a perfectly integrated combination of power, handling, and overall balance for both the street and the track. Take a look at how Honda has made it even better!

With a slammed suspension and stripped front fender, this Harley-Davidson FLHX Street Glide is the perfect combination of street custom style and long-haul comfort.

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Manufacturer  Harley-Davidson  

Model Year  2009  

Model  FLHX Street Glide®  

Price  *$16,150.00  

Color  Vivid Black  

VIN #  649488  

Stock Number:  RSB SG-106  

Miles  31868

 

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Honda Announces More New-Model Releases For 2012

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Torrance, CA: Honda adds five additional street models to its 2012 model year lineup. Previous announcements regarding 2012 models have well illustrated the variety and popularity within Honda's lineup with perennial favorites such as the iconic touring Gold Wing®, CRF450R motocross machine, the custom Fury® and the incredibly well-liked FourTrax® Foreman® ATVs. This addition includes the versatile CB1000R, instant-hit CBR250R, Silver Wing® scooter and the edgy Ruckus®, along with the cutting-edge VFR1200F that receives an infusion of impressive new technology for 2012.

"This release for 2012 models continues Honda's great selection of motorcycles and ATVs for the upcoming season," said Powersports Press Manager Bill Savino. "This is a great time for riding enthusiasts to visit their local Honda dealership and see firsthand the many options they can choose from within the Honda lineup. We're offering an incredibly wide variety of class-leading machines, which makes for a really fun buying experience."

More detailed information and images of Honda's model line can be found on www.powersports.honda.com or see your local Honda powersports dealer.

- VFR1200F
The VFR1200F introduced a whole new generation of Honda V-4 heritage and VFR® tradition. Bristling with advanced technology imported from the MotoGP world and other cutting-edge environments, the VFR1200F embodies a futuristic sport motorcycle created for the sheer joy of riding. Now the 2012 VFR1200F pushes those technological boundaries even further, thanks to the addition of traction control and automatic dual-clutch transmission, plus more low-end torque, a larger fuel tank and a redesigned seat for added style and comfort. Availability: TBD

- CB1000R
It's been called a street fighter, a naked bike, a supersport bike in undercover clothing and more. But regardless of what you call the CB1000R, it definitely embodies the classic Honda formula for high performance in an unfaired four-cylinder bike. Boasting clean, essentials-only styling, a fuel-injected four-cylinder 998cc powerplant tuned for loads of right-now power, single-sided swingarm with single-shock rear suspension, plus a wealth of street-worthy features that give it its own unique identity, the CB1000R stands tall as a high-performance motorcycle with an enduring design. Availability: March 2012

- CBR250R
The CBR250R brings motorcyclists an innovative approach to riding, one that's both appealing and fun. Beginners and experienced hands alike will recognize the economy and extreme versatility of this sporty little ride. Equipped with an extremely efficient 249cc liquid-cooled single-cylinder engine featuring a sophisticated four-valve DOHC cylinder head, engine counterbalancer and PGM-FI fuel injection, plus the option of ABS and more, this dependable lightweight delivers nimble handling, a broad spread of easily accessible power, and 77 MPG, all in one. Put it to work for your daily commute, quick trips around town or weekend back-road explorations; the CBR250R does it all while delivering as much fun per mile as anything around, all at a price that just about anyone can afford. Availability: February 2012

- Silver Wing
The Silver Wing expands the notion of what a scooter can achieve thanks to the unique pairing of a sophisticated liquid-cooled fuel-injected four-stroke 582cc twin-cylinder engine along with a fully automatic transmission. That adds up to true street-riding credentials along with easy operation, a combination that can take adventuresome riders as far as the open road beckons. In short, the Silver Wing started a riding revolution, one that continues to this day. Availability: February 2012

- Ruckus
What could be cooler than an economical scooter? How about one with an extra dose of attitude. The Ruckus is Honda's bare-knuckle scooter that sets a new standard for cool. The thrifty 49cc engine gets you where you need to go and hardly uses any gas doing it, while the V-matic® automatic transmission and electric starter makes operation easy. And best of all the Ruckus is built tough so it can handle all the bumps and dings that modern life dishes out-all while carrying off a cool and unique style of its own. Availability: February 2012

About Honda
American Honda Motor Co., Inc., is the sole distributor of Honda motorcycles, scooters, ATVs and MUVs in the U.S. American Honda's Motorcycle Division conducts the sales, marketing and operational activities for these products through authorized Honda dealers.

 

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This bike thrashes every road you throw at it and begs for more. You'll love the R 1200 GS, the most versatile machine in the 2008 GS lineup.

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2009 BMW R 1200 GS

Manufacturer  BMW  

Model Year  2009  

Model  R 1200 GS  

Price  *$11,385.00  

Color  Tanzanite Blue  

VIN #  U46965  

Stock Number:  RSB GS-013  

Miles  52177

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My Time to Ride Ep. 6 -- "Breaking Free" -- Harley-Davidson Women

Our final My Time to Ride episode is here. Watch as the new riders show us how their lives have changed forever. Along their journeys they found freedom, happiness, strength and confidence.

With a combination of majestic styling and long-haul comfort, everything else on the road bows down in the H-D Road King's presence.

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2009 Harley-Davidson FLHR Road King

Manufacturer  Harley-Davidson  
Model Year  2009  
Model  FLHR Road King®  
Price  *$13,240.00  -- Special Price!
Color  Vivid Black  
VIN #  623047  
Stock Number:  RSB RK-399  
Miles  39701

 

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Featuring every creature comfort you could ask for, riders and passengers get the royal treatment with this luxurious ride.

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2009 H-D FLHTC Electra Glide Classic

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Manufacturer		Harley-Davidson
Model Year		2009
Model		FLHTC Electra Glide® Classic
Price		*$15,499.00
Color		Pewter Pearl
VIN #		646141
Stock Number:		RSB EG-665
Miles		29529

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My Time to Ride Ep. 5 -- "Belonging" -- Harley-Davidson Women

In this episode, see how riding a Harley has transformed Gabriela and Laurie's lives. How has riding changed your life?

 

Harley-Davidson and the Muscular Dystrophy Association

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Support for MDA began in 1980 and since then, the Harley-Davidson family of customers, dealers, suppliers and employees has raised more than $65 million to aid research and program services for children and adults with muscular dystrophy. The funds raised support life-saving research, comprehensive medical care for children and adults with neuromuscular disease, and MDA summer camps.

Harley-Davidson customers, dealers, suppliers and employees are committed to improving their communities and helping others, and our support of MDA has enabled riders to work together for a common cause. Creating open houses, holding fundraising rides, and hosting Black-n-Blue charity dinners are just a few of the ways we raise money for MDA. The hard work of Harley enthusiasts helps make life brighter for people with muscular dystrophy and helps make strides in finding a cure. Visit mdarides.org to learn about MDA and Harley-Davidson events in your area.

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