Life Member News – American Motorcyclist Association https://americanmotorcyclist.com American Motorcyclist Association Thu, 26 Aug 2021 14:28:24 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=5.7.9 https://americanmotorcyclist.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/09/cropped-ico-32x32.jpg Life Member News – American Motorcyclist Association https://americanmotorcyclist.com 32 32 Suzuki announces 2022 Hayabusa sport bike https://americanmotorcyclist.com/suzuki-announces-2022-hayabusa-sport-bike/ Mon, 08 Feb 2021 22:29:39 +0000 https://americanmotorcyclist.com/?p=13017 Suzuki has revamped its flagship sport bike, creating what the Japanese manufacturer is calling, “the quickest, most technologically advanced and aerodynamic Hayabusa yet.” Suzuki says the third-generation 2022 Hayabusa has more than 550 new or redesigned parts. Those changes are reflected in the price of the bike: $18,599, an increase

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New Hampshire’s Jericho Mountain State Park offers miles of OHV trail excitement https://americanmotorcyclist.com/new-hampshires-jericho-mountain-state-park-offers-miles-of-ohv-trail-excitement/ Mon, 08 Feb 2021 20:35:35 +0000 https://americanmotorcyclist.com/?p=13013 Jericho Mountain State Park is one of the premier off-highway vehicle trail riding areas in the northeastern U.S. Purchased with funds from OHV registrations, this 7,500-acre park near Berlin in northern New Hampshire promises more than 80 miles of trails for motorcyclists and ATV riders.

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Motorcycling in Siberia and more in February ‘American Motorcyclist’ https://americanmotorcyclist.com/motorcycling-in-siberia-and-more-in-february-american-motorcyclist/ Mon, 08 Feb 2021 19:08:58 +0000 https://americanmotorcyclist.com/?p=13007 Photographer Michael Lichter chronicles the Baikal Mile Ice Speed Festival in Siberia, and AMA Motorcycle Hall of Famer Paul Dean describes racing a dirt bike near the erupting Mt. St. Helens volcano in the February 2021 issue of American Motorcyclist magazine.

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Have a good time at the Kentuck OHV Trail system in Alabama https://americanmotorcyclist.com/have-a-good-time-at-the-kentuck-ohv-trail-system-in-alabama/ Mon, 01 Feb 2021 20:31:02 +0000 https://americanmotorcyclist.com/?p=12965 The Kentuck OHV Trail system in the Talladega National Forest near Mumford, Ala., offers fun for the whole family with its four loops that total 23 miles.

The trails weave through the woods and are considered easy to moderate. The U.S. Forest Service says some of the trails have easy sections with gentle grades, sweeping turns and smooth surfaces with few obstacles.

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Fun facts about famous people and motorcycles https://americanmotorcyclist.com/fun-facts-about-famous-people-and-motorcycles/ Mon, 01 Feb 2021 20:29:09 +0000 https://americanmotorcyclist.com/?p=12962 Comedian and AMA Motorcycle Hall of Famer Jay Leno is probably the most famous celebrity motorcyclist known to AMA members. But there are scores of other celebrities who share a passion for motorcycling.

Some, like Leno, still ride while others, like actor George Clooney, are former riders. Here’s a look at some celebrity motorcyclists as well some motorcycling ties to celebrities that may surprise you.

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Kawasaki announces all-new 2022 KLR650 https://americanmotorcyclist.com/kawasaki-announces-all-new-2022-klr650/ Mon, 01 Feb 2021 20:27:20 +0000 https://americanmotorcyclist.com/?p=12960 Kawasaki is bringing back its KLR650 big-bore dual-sport machine for 2022.

The all-new bike features a fuel-injected 652cc single-cylinder engine that promises to be a reliable performer. Kawasaki says the engine features a flat power curve that is well suited for tackling challenging roads or cruising at freeway speeds while also boasting increased mid-range power and torque.

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Honda unveils 2021 CRF300L and CRF300L Rally dual-sport bikes https://americanmotorcyclist.com/honda-unveils-2021-crf300l-and-crf300l-rally-dual-sport-bikes/ Mon, 25 Jan 2021 13:48:53 +0000 https://americanmotorcyclist.com/?p=12859 Honda is offering new CRF300L and CRF300L Rally dual-sport machines beginning in March 2021.

The bikes are billed as upgrades to Honda’s smallest dual-sport models, the CRF250Ls, and feature a 15 percent increase in engine displacement, lower weight and increased suspension travel. The Rally also boasts a larger fuel tank. Both bikes are also offered in ABS versions and feature updated bodywork and styling based on Honda’s CRF450R motocross bikes.

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Be prepared for mechanical woes https://americanmotorcyclist.com/be-prepared-for-mechanical-woes/ Mon, 25 Jan 2021 13:47:13 +0000 https://americanmotorcyclist.com/?p=12857 Imagine you’re far from home on a great ride and suddenly your bike breaks down. What would you do?

You could be in a real jam. But a little thought before you hit the road could get you out of trouble. Hopefully the problem that stalled your bike can be corrected quickly with the right tools.

Do you have the right tools with you for roadside repairs? It’s better to find out while you’re at home and your bike is running than on the side of the road when it isn’t.

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Blaze destroys more than 300 bikes at Austrian museum https://americanmotorcyclist.com/blaze-destroys-more-than-300-bikes-at-austrian-museum/ Mon, 25 Jan 2021 13:44:52 +0000 https://americanmotorcyclist.com/?p=12854 Fire engulfed a motorcycle museum high in the Austrian Alps on Jan. 18, destroying more than 300 rare and significant machines.

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Use your AMA discount to save on MAD Maps https://americanmotorcyclist.com/use-your-ama-discount-to-save-on-mad-maps/ Mon, 18 Jan 2021 19:38:29 +0000 https://americanmotorcyclist.com/?p=12759 When it’s time to plan your next motorcycle road trip, be sure to use your 15 percent AMA member discount to get MAD Maps that guide you to some of the best riding in America.

Whether you want to explore a state or several states, make a cross-country trip or do some riding outside big cities, MAD Maps has you covered. Mad Maps can even put together custom maps.

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