Jim Witters – 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 Jim Witters – American Motorcyclist Association https://americanmotorcyclist.com 32 32 AMA Motorcycle Hall of Famer Dale Walksler succumbs https://americanmotorcyclist.com/ama-motorcycle-hall-of-famer-dale-walksler-succumbs/ Thu, 04 Feb 2021 19:50:25 +0000 https://americanmotorcyclist.com/?p=12985 AMA Life Member and AMA Motorcycle Hall of Famer Dale Walksler, founder of the Dale’s Wheels Through Time Museum, died at home Feb. 3 after a long illness.

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American Motorcyclist Association announces recipients of 2021 AMA Board of Directors Awards https://americanmotorcyclist.com/american-motorcyclist-association-announces-recipients-of-2021-ama-board-of-directors-awards/ Thu, 04 Feb 2021 15:46:55 +0000 https://americanmotorcyclist.com/?p=12977 Paul Slavik, Brittany Young honored for their contributions to motorcycling PICKERINGTON, Ohio — The American Motorcyclist Association Board of Directors has selected two recipients for its 2021 national awards, which recognize outstanding contributions in the world of motorcycling and acknowledge support of the AMA mission to promote the motorcycle lifestyle

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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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AMA News & Notes: February 2021 https://americanmotorcyclist.com/ama-news-notes-february-2021/ Mon, 01 Feb 2021 12:00:26 +0000 https://americanmotorcyclist.com/?p=12929 AMA News & Notes is a monthly publication compiled and edited by the American Motorcyclist Association, designed to inform motorcyclists of rights-related issues and events in the United States and around the world.

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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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