http://www.cyclematters.com The official Cycle Matters news source. Wed, 08 Feb 2012 01:02:13 MST en-us This spring the Motor City will be transformed into Motorcycle City when it hosts the first ever Michigan Motorcycle Mecca (MMM) Custom Bike Show. Presented by Soaring Eagle Casino and Resort, this elite, multi-class custom bike show experience will attract tens of thousands of motorcycle enthusiasts to Suburban Collection Showplace in Novi, Michigan, June 1 - 3, 2012. http://www.cyclematters.com/motorcycle-blog/rides-events/michigan-motorcycle-mecca-custom-bike-show-june-2012.cfm http://www.cyclematters.com/motorcycle-blog/rides-events/michigan-motorcycle-mecca-custom-bike-show-june-2012.cfm Tue, 07 Feb 2012 12:02:00 MST Thousands of gamers who are also motorcycle enthusiasts say that the motorcycle games of TopMotorcycleGames.com are the closest to the real thing. The website provides the top free-to-play motorcycle games on the Internet that can be played in any browser without download. http://www.cyclematters.com/motorcycle-blog/just-for-fun/top-motorcycle-games-free-internet-play-cloud-play-just-for-fun.cfm http://www.cyclematters.com/motorcycle-blog/just-for-fun/top-motorcycle-games-free-internet-play-cloud-play-just-for-fun.cfm Tue, 07 Feb 2012 12:02:00 MST Harley-Davidson will celebrate 110 years of great motorcycles and epic riding experiences with an array of global events and activities in 2013. Among the events during the year-long celebration will be a rally in Rome, Italy, June 13-16, and a massive party over Labor Day weekend, Aug. 29 - Sept. 1, in Milwaukee. http://www.cyclematters.com/motorcycle-blog/rides-events/harley-davidson-celebrates-110-years-world-wide-events-rally-rome-milwaukee-2013.cfm http://www.cyclematters.com/motorcycle-blog/rides-events/harley-davidson-celebrates-110-years-world-wide-events-rally-rome-milwaukee-2013.cfm Tue, 07 Feb 2012 12:02:00 MST The Sturgis Buffalo Chip, the legendary Sturgis campground and entertainment venue famous for its concerts free with camping during the Sturgis rally, announced that the annual Motorcycles as Art event will return to the Buffalo Chipsﾮ 7,000 square foot Exhibition Center in 2012 with an all new exhibit titled, Come Together, The Sprit of Born-Free. This exciting new Sturgis bike rally exhibit features a collection of one of a kind custom motorcycles and artwork presented by the Sturgis Buffalo Chip and curator, famed photographer Michael Lichter, in conjunction with Born-Free bike show creators Grant Peterson and Mike Davis. Open daily to the public with free admission from August 4th through the 10th, 2:00 pm to 10:00pm. http://www.cyclematters.com/motorcycle-blog/rides-events/michael-lichter-presents-come-together-the-spirit-of-born-free-motorcycles-as-art-sturgis-buffalo-chip-exhibit-hall-2012.cfm http://www.cyclematters.com/motorcycle-blog/rides-events/michael-lichter-presents-come-together-the-spirit-of-born-free-motorcycles-as-art-sturgis-buffalo-chip-exhibit-hall-2012.cfm Tue, 07 Feb 2012 12:02:00 MST The safety of one of the most vulnerable groups of road users  motorcyclists  will be the focus of the most comprehensive investigation to date into factors contributing to crashes. http://www.cyclematters.com/motorcycle-blog/safety-training/motorcycle-safety-research-monash-university-melbourne-compares-motorcyclists-injured-in-crashes-with-riders-not-injured.cfm http://www.cyclematters.com/motorcycle-blog/safety-training/motorcycle-safety-research-monash-university-melbourne-compares-motorcyclists-injured-in-crashes-with-riders-not-injured.cfm Mon, 06 Feb 2012 12:02:00 MST Chaparral Motorsports continues to bring its customers the latest technology to help them find the riding products they need, and the new online Motorcycle Tire Finder is the latest example of this. http://www.cyclematters.com/motorcycle-blog/new-motorcycle-products/motorcycle-tire-finder-find-the-correct-tire-motorcycles.cfm http://www.cyclematters.com/motorcycle-blog/new-motorcycle-products/motorcycle-tire-finder-find-the-correct-tire-motorcycles.cfm Mon, 06 Feb 2012 12:02:00 MST Harley-Davidson will celebrate 110 years of great motorcycles and epic riding experiences with an array of global events and activities in 2013. Among the events during the year-long celebration will be a rally in Rome, Italy, June 13-16, and a massive party over Labor Day weekend, Aug. 29 - Sept. 1, in Milwaukee. http://www.cyclematters.com/motorcycle-blog/rides-events/harley-davidson-motorcycle-celebration-celebrates-11-years-with-rally-in-rome-itality-milwaukee.cfm http://www.cyclematters.com/motorcycle-blog/rides-events/harley-davidson-motorcycle-celebration-celebrates-11-years-with-rally-in-rome-itality-milwaukee.cfm Fri, 03 Feb 2012 12:02:00 MST The Sturgis Buffalo Chip, the legendary Sturgis rally campground, concert and entertainment venue that has for more than 30 years been a focal point of the Sturgis Motorcycle Rally, today announced development of a new commercial and entertainment area named the Crossroads at the Buffalo Chip". http://www.cyclematters.com/motorcycle-blog/industry-news/legendary-buffalo-chip-campground-sturgis-rally-news-develops-crossroads-at-the-chip.cfm http://www.cyclematters.com/motorcycle-blog/industry-news/legendary-buffalo-chip-campground-sturgis-rally-news-develops-crossroads-at-the-chip.cfm Fri, 03 Feb 2012 12:02:00 MST A special customized 2012 Street Glide motorcycle will be the featured prize of the Harley-Davidson 2012 Daytona Bike Week Motorcycle Raffle to benefit the Muscular Dystrophy Association (MDA). Created just for this event by the Harley-Davidson Genuine Motor Accessories department... http://www.cyclematters.com/motorcycle-blog/rides-events/harley-davidson-motorcycle-motorcycles-custom-street-glide-daytona-mda-raffle.cfm http://www.cyclematters.com/motorcycle-blog/rides-events/harley-davidson-motorcycle-motorcycles-custom-street-glide-daytona-mda-raffle.cfm Fri, 03 Feb 2012 12:02:00 MST The Harley-Davidson Seventy-Two motorcycle is a metal flake dream machine...From its Hard Candy Big Red Flake paint and ape bars to its narrow whitewall tires, the Seventy-Two is a respectful nod to the influence of the custom culture that still percolates today along Whittier Boulevard, the legendary cruising street in East Los Angeles also known as Route 72. http://www.cyclematters.com/motorcycle-blog/motorcycle-model-news/harley-davidson-seventy-two-route-72-sportster-platform.cfm http://www.cyclematters.com/motorcycle-blog/motorcycle-model-news/harley-davidson-seventy-two-route-72-sportster-platform.cfm Fri, 03 Feb 2012 12:02:00 MST Renewed funding for motorized trails and a ban on funding for motorcycle-only checkpoints are included in a major federal transportation bill being considered by a key U.S. House committee, the American Motorcyclist Association (AMA) reports. http://www.cyclematters.com/motorcycle-blog/motorcycle-advocacy/motorcycle-trails-funding-u-s-house-bill-american-energy-infrastructure-jobs-act-2012.cfm http://www.cyclematters.com/motorcycle-blog/motorcycle-advocacy/motorcycle-trails-funding-u-s-house-bill-american-energy-infrastructure-jobs-act-2012.cfm Thu, 02 Feb 2012 12:02:00 MST Polaris Industries Inc., significantly increased Victory motorcycle sales, increased market share, and introduced new models during Fy2011. http://www.cyclematters.com/motorcycle-blog/industry-news/polaris-industries-presents-4th-quarter-and-full-year-earnings-report-2011.cfm http://www.cyclematters.com/motorcycle-blog/industry-news/polaris-industries-presents-4th-quarter-and-full-year-earnings-report-2011.cfm Wed, 25 Jan 2012 12:01:00 MST Raising awareness and revenue for the Right Rider Access Fund, the Motorcycle Industry Council (MIC) will host a star-studded breakfast auction at next months 2012 Dealer Expo in Indianapolis. The free breakfast will include racing legends Mark Blackwell and Kevin Schwantz, with more champions to be named later. http://www.cyclematters.com/motorcycle-blog/industry-news/right-rider-access-fund-motorcycle-industry-council-host-star-studded-breakfast-auction-dealer-expo-indianapolis.cfm http://www.cyclematters.com/motorcycle-blog/industry-news/right-rider-access-fund-motorcycle-industry-council-host-star-studded-breakfast-auction-dealer-expo-indianapolis.cfm Wed, 25 Jan 2012 12:01:00 MST Harley-Davidson, Inc. (NYSE: HOG) reported a strong finish to 2011, with improved fourth-quarter performance capping a year of earnings and dealer retail sales growth. http://www.cyclematters.com/motorcycle-blog/industry-news/harley-davidson-motorcycle-fourth-4th-quarterly-annual-earnings-report-2011.cfm http://www.cyclematters.com/motorcycle-blog/industry-news/harley-davidson-motorcycle-fourth-4th-quarterly-annual-earnings-report-2011.cfm Tue, 24 Jan 2012 12:01:00 MST The event, American International Motorcycle Expo, signifies Marketplace Events foray into the motorcycle marketplace, set to take place in Fall 2013, with the purpose to serve as the catalyst to bring together the entire two-wheel industry in a single arena that creates a grand stage for motorcycling in the U.S. and North America, while delivering an efficient and energetic market-timed expo platform for B2B and B2C in the motorcycle industry. http://www.cyclematters.com/motorcycle-blog/rides-events/marketplace-events-consumer-motorcycle-show-american-international-motorcycle-expo-2013.cfm http://www.cyclematters.com/motorcycle-blog/rides-events/marketplace-events-consumer-motorcycle-show-american-international-motorcycle-expo-2013.cfm Mon, 23 Jan 2012 12:01:00 MST As the Official Merchandiser for many of the premier bike events in the country, Hot Leathers is ready to hit the road and set up shop offering rally goers a wide variety and selection of all the hottest apparel and merchandise. http://www.cyclematters.com/motorcycle-blog/rides-events/hot-leathers-motorcycle-rallies-and-show-schedule-2012.cfm http://www.cyclematters.com/motorcycle-blog/rides-events/hot-leathers-motorcycle-rallies-and-show-schedule-2012.cfm Mon, 23 Jan 2012 12:01:00 MST Ducati North America today announced 2011 motorcycle sales growth of 43 percent compared to 2010 and a record market share in all of it's territories: US, Canada and Mexico. This result established North America as Ducati's number one market for the first time ever. http://www.cyclematters.com/motorcycle-blog/industry-news/ducati-sales-growth-43-percent-record-market-share-us-united-states-canada-mexico-america.cfm http://www.cyclematters.com/motorcycle-blog/industry-news/ducati-sales-growth-43-percent-record-market-share-us-united-states-canada-mexico-america.cfm Thu, 19 Jan 2012 12:01:00 MST The BMW K 1600 GT gets the top vote of the international motorcycle press jury at the Brussels Motor Show. http://www.cyclematters.com/motorcycle-blog/industry-news/bmw-motorcycle-iboty-award-international-bike-of-the-year-k1600gt-ducati-diavel-aprilia-tuono-bmw-k1600gtl-s1000rr.cfm http://www.cyclematters.com/motorcycle-blog/industry-news/bmw-motorcycle-iboty-award-international-bike-of-the-year-k1600gt-ducati-diavel-aprilia-tuono-bmw-k1600gtl-s1000rr.cfm Wed, 18 Jan 2012 12:01:00 MST Taking advantage of the starting order today, the third man out, Marc Coma, achieved a splendid performance in the dunes at the end of the special stage to pick up his 5th stage victory of 2012. More importantly, the Catalan beat his main rival Cyril Despres by 3'57 and regained the lead in the general standings by 1'35. http://www.cyclematters.com/motorcycle-blog/rides-events/dakar-rally-2012-stage-12-arequipa-to-nasca-coma-regains-lead-despres-second.cfm http://www.cyclematters.com/motorcycle-blog/rides-events/dakar-rally-2012-stage-12-arequipa-to-nasca-coma-regains-lead-despres-second.cfm Mon, 16 Jan 2012 12:01:00 MST Helder Rodrigues may have taken his first stage victory in the 2012 Dakar, but Cyril Despres was the real winner of the 13th special. http://www.cyclematters.com/motorcycle-blog/rides-events/dakar-rally-2012-stage-13-coma-second-overall-gearbox-problems-despres-commands-lead-rodrigues-stage-win.cfm http://www.cyclematters.com/motorcycle-blog/rides-events/dakar-rally-2012-stage-13-coma-second-overall-gearbox-problems-despres-commands-lead-rodrigues-stage-win.cfm Mon, 16 Jan 2012 12:01:00 MST