WILLIAMSPORT  Sporting white, pink and sparkling gold Hannah Montana sneakers, a left leg brace and an orange do-rag, 8-year-old Brittany Weese strode up to the side car of a Harley-Davidson Road Glide on Saturday and hopped in, claiming her title as grand marshal of Brittany’s Ride.
“I think it’s going to be fun,†Brittany said. “I get to ride on a motorcycle I haven’t been on. I’m excited.â€Â
As the Road Glide began to roll, Brittany let out a whoop and holler while onlookers applauded.
The event at Harley-Davidson and Buell of Williamsport ...
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April 12th, 2008 · Comments Off · News
Spring hasn't really sprung and the grass most certainly has not riz, so it's little wonder where the motorcycles is -- in the garage. Toronto's longest winter in more than a decade is resulting in a much delayed riding season, much to the chagrin of everyone (that's including Your's Truly) itching to head out for a ride.
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March 30th, 2008 · Comments Off · Buell
Cologne, Germany – The brand-new Buell 1125R delivered a stunning debut at the start of the German racing season on Easter Saturday, posting 2nd and 5th place finishes on Hockenheim’s demanding Grand Prix circuit.
Riders Axel Reimann and Ray Buchmann realized the 1125R’s full potential and left nearly the whole field behind, beaten only by the factory supported BMW under former Moto GP racer Jürgen Fuchs and professional racer Marcus Barth....
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March 7th, 2008 · Comments Off · Buell
From a press release issued by The Sportbike Company: The Sportbike Company is very pleased to announce that it has been contracted to manage the unique 2008 Buell Inside Pass Track Days and on-track ...
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February 17th, 2008 · Comments Off · News
ORWIGSBURG  Racers and fans alike helped kick off the 21st annual Ride for Life at Schaeffer’s Harley-Davidson/Buell’s Race Day on Saturday.
“We’re trying to raise money for Muscular Dystrophy Association,†said Dennis Schaeffer, owner of the dealership. “And Race Day comes at a time when the racers have cabin fever, so we get them out so they can tell people what kind of racing they do, what vehicle they drive and sign autographs. It’s something for them to do an a nice, snowy Saturday day.â€Â
Ride for Life is a MDA fund raiser and in 2008 the dealership goal is to raise $235,000 for it. In 2007, $230,000 was raised.
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February 13th, 2008 · Comments Off · AHDRA, Prostock
Successful racing season takes Valerie Thompson to a new level
Successful AHDRA drag racer Valerie Thompson will now race in the NHRA Pro Stock Motorcycle Class, viewed as a step up in the drag racing world. She will pilot an S&S G2 Buell in all rounds of this leading drag racing series.
One win, two runner-ups and three semi finals put her ride, the Hacienda Harley-Davidson V-Rod Destroyer...
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January 24th, 2008 · Comments Off · Buell
EAST TROY, Wis. (January 21, 2008) - Imagine a motorcycle that is just as comfortable on twisty mountain roads as it is eating up miles of tarmac and back roads on a long distance tour. That kind of adventurous versatility is distinctly delivered by the new Buell Ulysses XB12XT.
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January 24th, 2008 · Comments Off · Buell
An independent report has confirmed the rise in popularity of niche motorcycle brands in the UK, with Buell displaying the fastest growth in 2007. The innovative American manufacturer whose founder Erik Buell is still heavily involved in the development of new motorcycles grew by 36.96 per cent in the UK market.
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January 19th, 2008 · Comments Off · Buell
An independent report has confirmed the rise in popularity of niche motorcycle brands in the UK, with Buell displaying the fastest growth in 2007. The innovative American manufacturer – whose founder Erik Buell is still heavily involved in the development of new motorcycles – grew by 36.96 per cent in the UK market.
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January 19th, 2008 · Comments Off · Buell
Buell Motorcycles celebrates its 25th anniversary on July 2-6, 2008. You can expect all the usual hoopla associated with this kind of milestone, from racing, plant tours, bike displays, demo rides, stunt shows, dealership activities and more.
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