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Surprising Information about Motorcycles and the Environment
You may be surprised to learn that motorcycles may produce more pollution than cars and even SUVs. According to the Answer Guy of the Sierra Club’s Sierra Magazine, some older motorcycles emit 90 times as many hydrocarbons as mid-sized cars. Even when abiding by the EPAs latest emissions standards, a motorcycle can produce almost 20 Read the Rest…

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When you think of motorcycle clubs you might think about a bunch of burley guys wearing black leather with long beards making lots of noise as they barrel down the highway. Dem Gyrlz Motorcycle Club might just change that perception with their recent breast cancer charity event.
The Passionately Pink for the Cure Breast Cancer Awareness Event asked for a donation of $5 in return to hear speakers while dining on a light meal.
All proceeds went to the Provena Regional Cancer Center, which is currently undergoing renovations. The event was held at a low price to help reach as Read the Rest…

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Motorcycles might offer riders the “thrill of the open road” but unfortunately what they do not offer is much protection in the event of an accident. In Victoria, Australia, a recent rash of motorcycle fatalities, 8 in 11 days to be exact, has caused members of the government to start looking at safety requirements on Victorian roads.
At least one Victorian emergency room doctor has voiced an opinion to require protective gear for motorcyclists but this view has been rejected by Deputy Commissioner Ken Lay. Mr. Lay also ruled out the possibility of increased penalties for unsafe riders. Read the Rest…

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In the following video, Motorcycle News (MCN) takes a look at whether or not the Honda CBR600F is still the ultimate do-it-all sportsbike.
In order to find out, fellow MCN news reporter, Andy Downes, purchased a 1998 Honda CBR600F as a do-everything daily commuter as well as weekend warrior. To find out whether or not this 12 year-old motorcycle really could do it all, check out the following video.

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In recent news, Florida motorcyclists  started their engines in preparation for a 7,000 mile journey to Alaska. This trek is being made in order to race at the Hoka Hey Motorcycle Challenge.
The motorcycle race, which goes from Key West to Homer, Alaska, began on June 20th, with motorcyclists expected to arrive in Alaska on July 4th. So, what do you get for braving the elements on two wheels for that long of a journey? The prize for the winner is $500,000 worth of Alaska gold. However, the race also serves to benefit Disabled and Paralyzed American Veterans, among other Read the Rest…

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It seems as if the world cannot get enough of those who risk their lives just for a thrill. And the latest thrill-seeker is Ryan Capes.  According to a recent article published in Auto Racing Daily, the Grand Sierra Resort was packed with curious onlookers who were hoping to see something spectacular come out of Ryan Capes in the way of a motorcycle jump, and they were not disappointed.
Capes was attempting to set a world record for a ramp-to-ramp motorcycle jump. In his first attempt at the jump, he cleared 287 feet.  However, he had promised the crowd a 300-foot Read the Rest…

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