Spring is just around the corner so you should soon be able to get your Harley out to blow away those cobwebs!
This winter has been long with all the snow and ice! I can’t wait till the sunshine days are hear to get on my two wheels and go for a blast.
Happy bike riding for 2010 and take care!
It’s that time of year again when I have to put my motorbike away for the winter, although we are still getting some sunny days!
I do go out when it is cold and when the roads are wet, but it is never as much fun as when it is dry! Also, at this time of year you have to be a bit more careful with the roads, as parts might be dry and then you get a shaded area and the road is still damp. So be careful out there and have fun on your motorbikes!
I was in a motor cycle shop just the other day and I was asked how old my crash helmet was and it turned out that it was over 10-years old!
I thought that this might have been a sales pitch, but they told me it was genuine and you should change your helmet at least every 5-years.
The reason for this is that the outer shell of the crash helmet becomes hard and more likely to crack and the inner cushioning changes it’s protective properties, which is designed to take an impact so that your skull leaves and impression in the material. Over time this material becomes hard so that in the event of an accident it will no longer work properly!
So I decided to renew my helmet straight away and threw my old one away! Please think about doing the same with your old crash helmets for you and your pillions!
The warm days are arriving and the sun is shining and I am going to get my bike out!
I did not renew my motorbike tax in December, as I knew I would not be taking it out during the winter months, but after a few lovely days I am now getting ichy feet and can’t wait to get her out. But I now have to wait until Monday to renew my tax for March!
Harley Davidson fans are obviously being affected by the credit crunch, as we see Harley Davidson closing plants and is to cut 1,100 jobs representing 12% of its workforce.
Net income at Harley Davidson was down by 58% for the last quarter over the same period in 2007, after the company reporting worse than expected results. The last quarter showed net income of $77.8 million (£57.1 million).
Harley cut production in 2008 and is planning to cut production further by around 13% in 2009. Sales in Latin America sales seem to be the worst affected falling by 28% with sales in the USA falling by 19.6%.
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Well I hope you all had a great Christmas and enjoyed your food and parties over the holiday.
Here is to a Happy New Year and I hope that in the face of the present economic woes that it will be a prosperous 2009 for you.
I still see those hardy bikers out in the rain and cold and the other day I was in Stradford Upon Avon and saw someone out on his Harley – good on ya for being out in the cold!
Saxon Motorcycles Europe is proud to present Saxon Motorcycles Scandinavia. This directly results in a dealership in Denmark: Xtreme Machines in Glostrup Copenhagen). A second dealership, Tailormade VTwin located in Malmö Sweden, will be opening his doors in March 2009. From this moment the European Saxon models Warlord, Firestorm and Henchman are for sale in Scandinavia.
Saxon Motorcycles Europe is excited, the owners: “Scandinavia is an ultimate motor area, it is fantastic to have a professional dealer in Denmark and in the future in Sweden.” says Rinke Andringa, owner of Saxon Motorcycles Europe. “These dealers will be able to communicate the feeling of freedom and fun of our beautiful American custom bikes” adds Frank Vermeulen.
Scandinavia is an important motorcycle market. The beautiful landscape and winding roads create the perfect opportunity to ride a bike and feel the freedom of it. The tough charisma of the Saxon bikes can only increase the pleasure. The Saxon models, Warlord, Firestorm and Henchman are factory build motorcycles that are custom build for the consumer, with an extreme, stylish image. At the same time, these bikes drive very comfortably.
Saxon Motorcycles Europe has obtained the European Type Approval in February 2007 for the models Firestorm and Warlord. The approval for the new model, the Henchman, is planned in November 2008.
The motorcycles are approved in conformity with the strict European standards on safety, emission and sound. Therefore all bikes of Saxon Motorcycles Europe are “road legal” and can be put on license by the dealers in every country of the European Union (EU).
Xtreme Machines and Tailormade V-Twin will be presenting Saxon on the Scandinavian Custom Show in Copenhagen on the 31st of October till the 2nd of November.
General information about Saxon Motorcycles Europe and their models can be found on the internet www.SaxonMotorcycles.eu or on www.x-m.dk.
Saxon Motorcycles, a Rebel in your own style Xtreme Machines
Herstedøstervej 3-5
DK-2600 GLOSTRUP
t: +45-43-446484
www.x-m.dk
xtreme-jp@mail.dk, contact Johnny Porsborg
Saturday, November 8th, DoylesRoom, Curtis & Co. Watches, Team Brunson, Hogs & Heifers Saloon, New Poker, WPT Boot Camp, and Who’s Your Daddy Energy Drink support tournament fundraiser for Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation.
Las Vegas, NV – October 23, 2008 — Red Rock Harley-Davidson is celebrating the unveiling of its brand new 104,000 square-foot Las Vegas store with a three-day party from November 7th through 9th. The “Rock-Hard, Ride Harder” event is open to the public, featuring Hawaiian Tropic girls, food, drinks, music, demos, on-site financing, the new line of 2009 Harley-Davidson motorcycles, and the Hoyt Corkins Celebrity Poker Tournament (CPT).
Play with the pros in Las Vegas on Saturday, November 8th, starting at 3 p.m. and compete for the grand prize of a 2008 105th Anniversary Edition Harley-Davidson motorcycle, a WORLD model Curtis & Co. watch, a lead crystal trophy designed by Legacy Alliance, Inc, and Harley-Davidson merchandise. Proceeds will benefit the Nevada Chapter of the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation (JDRF). Celebrity tournament director Matt Savage will emcee the special event featuring guest appearances by Doyle Brunson, Phil Hellmuth, Tiffany Michelle, Cyndy Violette, Todd Brunson, Pam Brunson, Brad “Yukon” Booth, Chip & Karina Jett, Mark Newhouse, Brandon Cantu, Jeff Madsen, Lee Watkinson, James VanAlstyne, and 2008 World Series of Poker ESPN final table players David “Chino” Rheem and chip leader Dennis Phillips.
Anyone may participate in the November 8th tournament being held at the new Red Rock Harley-Davidson store located at 2260 S. Rainbow, Las Vegas, Nevada 89117. The cost to play in the tournament is $500, and New Poker, “The most strategic hold’em in the world,” will host one-table $60 qualifying tournaments on Friday, November 7th, at the Red Rock Harley-Davidson store for entry into Saturday’s Hoyt Corkins CPT. On-site registration starts at noon on Friday, November 7th. Players will enjoy complimentary drinks from the world famous Hogs & Heifers Saloon. WPT Boot Camp will conduct free poker seminars throughout the day starting at 2:30 p.m. on the day of the event for those who want to improve their game or just learn how to play. New Poker will also host side poker games on the day of the poker tournament.
Saturday’s activities will include a prize raffle, B&B’s cigar lounge, Triumph Sport’s silent auction, and free samples of Who’s Your Daddy Energy Drink. Poker personality Robert Williamson, III will emcee a live auction featuring autographed poker memorabilia. All proceeds will benefit the JDRF.
Tournament seats are limited. Pre-register for the Hoyt Corkins CPT at www.greasiewheels.com, or contact event coordinator Lisa Wheeler at lisa@greasiewheels.com.
Contact:
David Sheleheda
Public Relations Manager – Virgen Advertising Corporation
DSheleheda@virgenad.com
616-0624
Lisa Wheeler
President – GreasieWheels, LLC
info@greasiewheels.com
327-7250