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from Cycle Source Magazine - Issue 293- September 22

Pin-Up Of The Month

NO THERE ISN’T ANY REAL PRIZE, JUST SOMETHING TO DO WHILE YOU’RE IN THE CAN.

1. Extra Flames On Rear Fender. 2. Missing Spare Key. 3. Different Color Plug Wires. 4. Shifter Knob Is Different. 5. Shift Lever Is Behind Clutch Rod. 6. Extra Cover Over Front Pulley On Primary. 7. Missing Timing Plug On Motor Case. 8. Owner’s Reflec

- tion In The Rear Pulley cover On Primary. 9. Missing Frame Rail Behind Belt Drive Opening. 10. Different Paint Job On Oil Tank.

wenty-year-old Ryun Olson always wanted to build a 70s style chopper, but after his trip to the 2021 Fandango, he knew he needed to build a chopper. Boy, did he knock it out of the park on his first build with this 1976 Shovelhead. It is absolutely beautiful!

Ryun grew up with motorcycles being a part of life. His dad had them for as long as he can remember. He spent a lot of time in his dad’s shop, learning, and wrenching. The bike he was drawn to the most was his dad’s custom Softail that he built in the early 2000s. You know, the fat tire era. His dad is now mostly into antiques and is still influencing him today. Ryun even received a 42 Flathead from his parents for Christmas a few years ago.

About the time he was four or five, he started riding dirt bikes

tand rode motocross until he was nineteen. Ryun started getting into the street bikes about that time, his first being a 2001 Buell. From there, he graduated to a Street Glide. He has bought and flipped a few softails over the years and currently has a variety of Harley’s. When it came time to start this build, Ryun found a frame, a 1969 FL with a 38° rake and 6 over springer front end, at a shop in a

nearby town that had been recently flooded. There were three frames to choose from, but since he has been a big fan of the Shovelhead for quite a while, he chose this frame. He later grabbed the 76 Shovelhead motor from Hog Haus in San Antonio, TX, which had been completely rebuilt. From there, he started piecing the bike together. When I asked him why he was such a fan of the Shovel, his response was, “It’s tried and true.” Every “real” biker has ridden one across the country.

With his dad’s help, several parts were cut apart and remade, including the foot controls and parts

of the frame. The Lowbrow Customs tank and fender, along with the sissy bar, were modified, and Ryun says there were a lot of “let’s see how this looks” moments, then it just went from there. The shifter knob was a piece that had been on a shelf in his dad’s shop that he drilled out and tapped. He said while making the parts custom was cool, his favorite part of the build was gathering and refurbishing the original Harley parts, bringing them back to life. This experience was priceless. Even though rebuilding the front end was questionable at first, he is happy with how it turned out.

Owner: Ryun Olson City/State: New Braunfels, Texas Builder: Ryun Olson Year: 1976 Model: Shovelhead Choppa Time: 4 Months ENGINE Year: 1976 Model: Harley Davidson Shovelhead Builder: Tommy (Hog Haus, San Antonio) Ignition: Drag Specialties Displacement: 1200 Pistons: OEM Harley Davidson Heads: OEM Harley Davidson Carb: S&S Super E Cam: Andrew’s J GRIND Air Cleaner: S&S Exhaust: Paughco Primary: BDL Belt Drive TRANSMISSION Year: 1976 Make: Harley Davidson Ratchet Top 4 Speed Shifting: Suicide FRAME Year: 1969 Model: FL Rake: 38⁰ Stretch: None FORKS Builder: Harley Davidson Type: Springer Triple Trees: unknown Extension: 6” over

WHEELS Front Wheel: Mid-USA Spoke Size: 21” Tire: Avon Front Brake: No need Rear Wheel: Mid-USA Spoke Size: 16” Tire: Avon Rear Brake: Mid-USA PAINT Painter: Leach Custom Cycles (Jerry Leach Canyon Lake, Texas) Color: White Pearl/ Blue Candy Type: Pearl / Candy Graphics: Candy Paint Chroming: C&D Custom Plating & Polishing ACCESSORIES Bars: Lowbrow Customs Risers: Unknown Hand Controls: Unknown Foot Controls: Harley Davidson/ Olson Special Mid Pegs Gas Tank(s): Lowbrow Customs Oil Tank: Lowbrow Customs Front fender: Unknown Rear Fender: Lowbrow Customs Seat: Throttle Addiction Headlight: Universal Cycle Taillight: Spare Parts Special Speedo: Slow Photographer: chris callen

When it came time for the paint, he sent everything off to Jerry Leach, Leach Custom Cycles. Jerry had the idea of the candy blue “z” striping. Ryun never saw himself as a “candy” guy, and it took some convincing, but he is really thrilled with how it turned out.

One of the greatest things Ryun learned from his dad on this build was not to go the cheap route. I am sure he will keep that in mind on his next project, you guessed it… the 42 Flathead, which he plans on making into a period correct bobber, using as many original parts as possible. Can’t wait to see what he does with that!

With only a month to go until the great SmokeOut Relaunch, we wanted to take one more look at the complete builder list for the Legacy Invitational. You see, by now, you know that this was the place that launched the garage builder culture and was in a big way part of the Biker Build Off from the beginning. The SmokeOut Legacy Invitational Is what we came up with as a way to institutionalize the builders who blazed the trail through SmokeOut history while providing them with a platform to invite the next generation in. As SmokeOut originals, the veteran builders will have bikes on display throughout the weekend, some of which may be the very bikes that they broke ground with at this very location. Our initial class of 2022 is laid out here for you to consider. While we may have missed a few, we have, for the most part, captured the known associates of SmokeOut back in the day. Each of these builders will be responsible for selecting a legacy builder of their choosing that they believe will carry the torch.

1. OG: JEFF COCHRAN - LEGACY: CLINTON WALLACE

Jeff Cochran was one of the pillars of SmokeOut through the years and it is an honor that he has agreed to help kick off this new chapter. He will be displaying a SpeedKing Machine in the Legends Gallery at SmokeOut along side his Legacy Invitation; Clinton Wallace. Clinton is no slouch either with two Cycle Source covers under his belt and an appearance in the Motorcycles As Art Show at the Buffalo Chip.

2. OG: BILLY LANE - LEGACY: XAVIER MURIEL

Who will ever forget Billy Lane rolling Choppers Inc. builds into the gates of the SmokeOut or the Biker Build-off Shows surrounding it all? Well, if you missed it all the first time around, you will have a chance to relive those epic moments this year in Salisbury as Mr. Lane will be featured in the Legends Gallery at SmokeOut along side his Legacy Invitation; Xavier Muriel. Muriel has been blazing a trail through the custom bike world for the past five years after leaving his tenured position as drummer for the international recording artists Buckcherry.

3. OG: DONNY LOOS - LEGACY: RICK BRAY

Donny Loos was half of the original Sucker Punch Sally Dynamic Duo and really shot off like a rocket through the Smokeout Years, Undoubtedly a pillar of SmokeOut and a blast that he will be returning to the scene of the crime to help us kick off a new era of SmokeOut. He will be displaying a Don’s Garage Custom in the Legends Gallery along side his Legacy Invitation; Rick Bray. While Rick is far from being a newbie to bike building, with any national magazine covers to his credit, he is new to SmokeOut and makes him an excellent pick for The Legacy Invitational.

4. OG: ROADSIDE MARTY - LEGACY: DAN STARKEY

Who could say SmokeOut without thinking about Roadside Marty, his epic motorcycles and his undeniable contributions to the two decades of this show. Roadside is part of the Flat Broke Chops and Rods are and hails from beautiful sunny Pensacola Florida. His legacy is on the fast track in his own rights as well. Dan Starkey out of Indiana is an incredible human being and just happens to have a perfect eye for the old school beauty of a chopper mixed with his own flair.

5. OG: BILL DODGE - LEGACY: JOHNNY HUMPHREY

Bill Dodge is an icon in the custom motorcycle industry not only because he has stood the test of time, survived both the physical and monetary ups and downs of life with the motorcycle but largely for his ability to make sure everyone comes along for the ride. In his own BC Moto Bill has taken the invitational from a place of ego to a place of honor, helping the younger builders find their groove. Johnny is one of my favorite builders in the country. He has been doing this for long enough that I can’t remember a time he wasn’t part of the scene but he has done it all as a sleeper, without tons of fan fare, building exquisite machines, one after another!

6. OG: STEVE GARN - LEGACY: EVAN FAVARO

Steve “Brew Dude” Garn to date has over 100 tech articles published in national magazines; of course, those include the Horse and Cycle Source. Steve also holds 5 AMA Bonneville Records and 4 FIM land speed records in ECTA and has two number one AMA plates for record runs at Bonneville. He is a fantastic addition to this lineup! Steve’s pick Evan started young. At 12, he was scratch-building two-stroke race motors. He was welding by age 14 and, by 15, had built his first mini chopper. Evan has attended classes under Fay Butler, appeared on national television shows and in magazines. He is regarded as one of the most talented metal fabricators in our industry.

7. OG: STEVE BROYLES - LEGACY: DAN TOCE

Steve has been responsible, both behind the scenes and in front of it for a large part of the Custom Motorcycle Culture and industry for the past three decades. Notable accomplishments like split rocker boxes, reversed heads, exotic intake systems have consistently made his builds a step above. While the name Toce Performance is wildly regarded as one of the elite companies in the sport bike world, he has been making waves in the V-Twin custom industry all the way back to 2004. Today Dan has the distinct honor of being the leader in performance exhaust systems and many other manufacturers are constantly looking to him for the new direction in R&D.

8. OG: PAT PATTERSON - LEGACY: MIKE SCHRICKEL

No one will ever forget the original havoc of the Led Sled Trailer at SmokeOut in Salisbury. So of course we had to have Pat Patterson on the list of OGs for this first year back. Pat started Led Sled with one goal in mind: To make the Sportster cool again and all these years later I’ll be damned if he hasn’t. Another Ohio custom bike builder will be Pat’s Legacy Invitation; Mike from Chop Machine. Even though Mike only opened his doors to Chop Machine back in 2013, he has over 35 years experience as a Harley-Davidson mechanic and bike builder. He kills that 70s style with all of his builds no matter if it is a long or a short bike and isn’t afraid to put them to the test once they’re complete.

9. OG: PAUL COX - LEGACY: CHRISTIAN NEWMAN

You may have noticed that Paul was the inspiration behind this years SmokeOut Character from the event poster. That shot was an iconic moment from Salisbury where Paul came outta the bottoms on Berserker. Needless to say, this list couldn’t be complete without his name in the mix. Paul’s skills as a builder are legendary in themselves and of course his selection for a Legacy is at that same standard. Christain “CT” Newman has achieved more in his young years than many accomplished veterans of chopper heyday had ever. As a full time mechanical engineer Christian is used to turning ideas into concepts and following them through to functional models. He has taken this training and created some of the most masterful motorcycles of the day.

Article And Photos By: Timo Mononen

he Covid pandemic changed pretty much everything everywhere. The dates for the Verona Motorcycle Expo changed t several times, which kept us home in Finland. Finally, after waiting for two years, we were going to the Moto Bike Expo in Verona, Italy. At last, we were able to book a flight. We only needed a covid pass and a negative test no later up with “Mr. MBE,” Harley Staniford. He looked up to the sky, crossed his fingers, and hoped for a better day on Friday. As we wandered around Hall 1, we met up with our old friends; Darren McKeag 100% Blaster, Ettore Gallegaro from Italy, and Michael Lichter.

As we moved on to Hall 2, we ran into “The Chopper King,” Alessandro

Bado. Even though it was great to see old friends, it was not good that the show was quiet, very quiet.

Hall 1 was filled with custom bikes, mostly bobbers and choppers. Pinstripers and all kinds of different artists were there to show off their

than 48 hours before the flight. We were set to go.

We flew to Bergamo, then drove directly to the show an hour away in Verona. The Grand opening was on Thursday, and we were there for it, but not many others were. We met

masterpieces. When I stopped at the Niko bike booth to take pictures of the bikes, I was surprised when he asked me where I was from and learned that he and I are from the same country, Finland! He and his mother are from Provo, Finland. He surprised me again when he spoke some Finnish words to me.

After about two hours of roaming around the show, we headed to our hotel with high hopes and anticipation of the show opening again on Friday morning.

We woke up early on Friday to sunny skies, gulped down a good breakfast, and then headed to the Expo Center. Again, it was fairly quiet that morning, giving me some extra time to walk around and take pictures without much interruption. The outdoor events started on Friday, including trial shows and stunts. The exhibitions were great! But, let’s be honest, the custom bikes were what I was most interested in.

It was great to have time to sit down with old friends, have a beer, and talk for a while. Friday was also the day for judging the different classes. My favorite was Niko Colonna’s “Alex’s Dream.” As I said, we were friends from the start because he was also born in Finland. The bike was painted in my favorite colors, blue & silver.

Since this was the first time for the Expo in a very long time, I had to stop and ask why they had come to Verona. Almost everyone gave me the same answer… it was great to see old friends again, most wanted to pick up new ideas and trends that they could take back to use on their own builds, and of course, everyone wanted to be able to get out to visit the different outdoor bars. This was pretty much the same way I felt when I visited Daytona bike week. The big difference for me was the warm days in Daytona versus the cold January mornings in Italy.

Halls 2 & 3 had something for everyone. There were leathers, helmets, and secondhand Harley Parts. There was also a great bar built out of an old polished Airstream with a DJ set up on the roof. Old school rock & roll echoed through the hall, creating a great vibe.

Other halls were reserved for different kinds of bikes. The big players, Harley Davidson and Triumph, were not at this show because of Covid but Royal Enfield and Ducati showed off their new models. Of course, we were in Italy where motorsports are 1; well, # 1 after football... All the road racing teams had show areas, and of course, in Italy, there were grid girls. Motorcycle adventures around Europe and North Africa are very popular in Italy, and you could choose

from tons of offers.

Generally, on Friday evening, Mr. Martini, a local Triumph dealer, would have a big party at his place, Restaurant Special... but not this year. The place was open but only allowed a very limited number of people in. In past years we had great parties in his place that would last to early morning. There would be some choppers-beer-eats- and then maybe a little sleep. It was always a great ending to a good day. It was so sad to not have the party …COVID! Maybe next year!

We packed in the morning for our trip home, but there was no hurry to get to the airport, so we returned to the show. We were surprised to see so many people lined up just as the show opened. All the lines inside were full of people waiting to see bikes. Now Mr. Staniford could clap his hands and thank God. Big clubs came, and people were everywhere. Even the bar was full of smiling faces as friends reunited after two years of being home. That afternoon we said goodbye to our old and new friends in Halls 1&2, our favorites, and headed out to the airport.

The Verona Expo was great, there were lots of nice people, and it was a great feeling to be back somewhere we loved. The Italians know how to make a show great; beauty and style are always essential and part of every show. I have been there six times, and I can truly say you feel welcome at every booth, and the Italian people are very friendly. If you see Michael Lichter or Alex Bado somewhere, please tell them I say ‘Hi”. MBE, Italy, Verona & Choppers welcome all bikers next time in January 2023. I want to say thanks to Harley Staniford & Crew, thanks to everybody. We love Italy and You.

With all the best greetings. Timo Mononen / KOPTERI Crew / Finland.

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NEWS FROM THE MOTORCYCLE RIDERS FOUNDATION-Consumer Education on Ethanol H.R. 7731 Call-To-Action - In May, President Biden announced the Environmental Protection Agency would temporarily lift the summer restrictions on the sale of gasoline with 15% ethanol (E15). In response Representative Austin Scott (RGA) and Representative Lois Frankel (D-FL) introduced the Consumer Protection and Fuel Transparency Act of 2022 (H.R. 7731).

H.R. 7731 requires more detailed labeling of gas pumps that dispense E15 fuel. Clearer labeling of E15 at the pump will warn consumers about the harmful impacts of misfuelling so consumers can better protect their engines.

Unfortunately, most consumers are not aware that these fuel blends may be causing damage to their vehicle. A recent survey found 3 in 5 consumers mistakenly believe that E15 is safe for use in all their products. Motorcycles, boats, pre-2001 model year vehicles, and outdoor power equipment are especially at risk to E15 blends.

Please GO to the MRF website and help us tell your Representative that consumer education on E15 is needed and ask them to cosponsor H.R. 7731. -MRF

CHARLIE BRECHTEL’S BIRTHDAY CELEBRATED HIS MOVIE-Thought you would be interested in knowing Charlie Brechtel’s movie Rough Boys is now available. Recently was Charlie Brechtel’s Birthday! We are happy to announce “Rough Boys” the Movie is ready for streaming! The Movie is high quality definition, some tvs HARLEY MUSEUM NEWS - Take a spin in the all-new Experience Gallery at the Harley-Davidson Museum Plus, guided tours – including Beyond the Gate access – are back!

If it seems like there’s something new popping up on the campus of the world’s only Harley-Davidson Museum every month, you’re right! The 10,000-square-foot Harley-Davidson Shop – with its eclectic collection of exclusive apparel, collectibles and accessories – has been wowing customers since opening in June. And now, the all-new Experience Gallery has been unveiled, bringing the thrill of the open road to guests from all corners of the globe.

With this new multimedia experience, guests will be able hear straight from the H-D team how Harley-Davidson motorcycles are designed and engineered to be the most desirable in the world. Find inspiration from your fellow riders’ stories or discover how easy it is to take the first step in learning how to ride. And of course, finish off your visit by throwing a leg over one of five fresh-from-the-factory HarleyDavidson models – including the Pan America, a premier two-wheel multi-tool built to endure, designed to explore, and engineered for adventure. Plus, the Harley-Davidson Museum is thrilled to announce that guided tours have made their triumphant return. And they’re all new in ‘22! The guided-tour portfolio has been updated with new experiences and content. Choose from the Spotlight Tour, the Beyond the Gate Tour or the VIP Tour. https://www. harley-davidson.com/us/en/museum. html

NHTSA REPORT CONNECTS HUNDREDS OF CRASHES WITH DRIVER-ASSISTANCE TECH -

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued a report listing hundreds of vehicle crashes in cars equipped with SAE Level 2 driver-assistance tech, the agency announced today.

NHTSA started requiring automakers to submit the information in June of last year, and its initial findings are based on about 10 months of data.

Its first report says there have been 392 vehicle crashes in the U.S. involving a Level 2 driver-assist system, six of which had fatalities. However, it’s not possible to draw many conclusions from this data, even whether the driverassist systems are making things worse or better.

Over the past 10 months, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has collected data reported by automakers on crashes involving vehicles equipped with driverassist features. The U.S. agency today published the initial results of that data collection, which reveals hundreds of crashes with vehicles using SAE Level 2 driver-assistance technology.

Based on a new requirement called a “Standing General Order on Crash Reporting for Level 2 Advanced Driver Assistance Systems,” NHTSA has required automakers to report an accident if “Level 2 ADAS was in use at any time within 30 seconds of the crash and the crash involved a vulnerable road user or resulted in a fatality, a vehicle tow-away, an airbag deployment, or any individual being transported to a hospital for medical treatment.” Of course, these reports are likely imperfect because there may be issues such as access to the crash data or incomplete data from the incident report, among other issues.

Of crashes reported by manufacturers, Tesla had the most with 272 reports. Honda (90 incidents) and Subaru (10 incidents) reported the second and third most crashes involving a Level 2 system. NHTSA also revealed that among the 98 crashes where an injury was reported, five were serious and six involved fatalities.

NHTSA said that prior to issuing its order in June 2021, it had relied on vehicle owner questionnaires, media reports, and direct outreach from automakers to get this kind of data and called that process “generally inconsistent.” Now that the agency has better standards in place to collect the data, it can better respond and raise awareness regarding accidents that involve driver-assistance technology. - BY ERIC STAFFORD, Car and Driver

RIGHT TO REPAIR WARS CONTINUE - On June 23, 2022, the Federal Trade

Commission announced a complaint against Harley-Davidson, ordering the company to “fix warranties by removing illegal terms and recognizing the right to repair, come clean with customers, and ensure that dealers compete fairly with independent third-parties.”

“The announcement from the FTC has a tremendous impact on dealerships, independent shops and consumers,” says Marc McAllister, President and CEO of Tucker Powersports. “All dealerships in the US, including Harley shops, will benefit from being able to offer their customers more choices. Ultimately, this means that consumers get to choose the products that are right for their bike and their riding, not what was right for the manufacturer. At Tucker, we will continue to offer our dealers great replacement parts and accessories that they can now consider for every one of their customer’s bikes.” -DealerNews

INDIAN MOTORCYCLE LAUNCHES “EPIC PURSUITS” VIDEO SERIES. Celebrating unforgettable two-wheeled road trips with its most capable touring machine – the indian pursuit. Three Epic U.S. Road Trip Experiences Capture the Glory of Crushing Miles, Discovering New Places & Creating Lifelong Memories

It’s time to hit the road and discover some of the most beautiful destinations in America. Indian Motorcycle, America’s First Motorcycle Company, today announced the debut of its first-ever motorcycle touring series, Epic Pursuits. The two-wheel travel series will take viewers on three unique adventures aboard the Indian Pursuit, the brand’s most-capable touring machine. Whether a longtime, avid motorcyclist or newly licensed rider, Epic Pursuits champions the totally unique experience, camaraderie and euphoria that can only be found when road-tripping with friends on motorcycles. Hosted by Matt Vincent, an accomplished athlete, adventurer, and entrepreneur, each epic journey will feature a new cast of characters, saddling up for the ride of a lifetime through three different regions of the country. Each journey will be chronicled with three episodes – showcasing the area’s breathtaking scenery and local sights, as the group explores and immerses themselves within the local culture. As Epic Pursuits continues, series two will venture down the West Coast, as Vincent and a new crew of riders begin their journey in San Francisco, traversing down the California coastline to Los Angeles and heading inland to the spiritual desert oasis that is Joshua Tree. From there, the third and final epic adventure will head to the Pacific Northwest, where the riders make stops through Oregon, Washington and

Idaho. The next two trips will debut later this summer. To learn more on Epic Pursuits or the Indian Pursuit lineup, visit IndianMotorcycle.com

NEW HARLEY-DAVIDSON ENTHUSIAST COLLECTION INSPIRED BY STORIES AND EXPERIENCES WITHIN THE HARLEY-DAVIDSON COMMUNITY - Harley-Davidson today introduced its new Enthusiast Collection, an ongoing series of Harley-Davidson® motorcycles featuring special-edition paint created to celebrate the unique backgrounds and special interests of riders within the Harley-Davidson community. Each Enthusiast Collection design will be launched annually, available in limited quantities across a curated selection of motorcycle models.

“The Enthusiast Collection motorcycles are inspired by HarleyDavidson riders and their unique stories,” explained Jochen Zeitz, Chairman, President and CEO Harley-Davidson. “Harley-Davidson is proud to launch this program with the G.I. Enthusiast Collection, which honors the legacy of Harley-Davidson riders who have served or actively serve in the U.S. Armed Forces.”

To commemorate the launch, two U.S. veterans, Gary Wetzel, and Brian “Amarok” Critton, will be awarded G.I. Enthusiast Collection models. Wetzel is a Medal of Honor recipient for his heroic actions in the Vietnam War after his U.S. Army helicopter was shot down and came under heavy enemy fire. Severely wounded, he continued to fight back and help other injured soldiers. He is an avid Harley-Davidson rider and veteran issues activist. Critton served for a decade in the U.S. Army, including a tour of duty in Iraq, and now is active with veterans service organizations like Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP). In March, he was riding a Harley-Davidson motorcycle to a Muay Thai meeting in Jacksonville designed to help combat veterans deal with PTSD when he saw smoke billowing from a vehicle involved in a three-vehicle accident that happened moments earlier. His instincts turned into action while others watched as he pulled a woman from the burning car. These two Harley-Davidson riders exemplify the spirit of Harley-Davidson Enthusiasts.

The G.I. Enthusiast Collection is draped in stunning Mineral Green Denim Deluxe paint, an all-new color created specifically for this collection, and completed with service-inspired graphics. The G.I. Enthusiast Collection is available only as factory-installed for the Pan America™ 1250 Special and Tri Glide® Ultra models, in limited quantities primarily for the U.S. market.

“The new Mineral Green Denim Deluxe paint pays homage to the Olive Drab paint used on Harley-Davidson WLA models,” said Brad Richards, Harley-Davidson Vice President of Design. “This color features a metallic effect resulting in a subtle gold highlight, allowing the color travel to

be more dramatic and show off the shape of the surfacing.

“The tank graphic celebrates the iconic white five-point star, which was used during WWII on military vehicles,” adds Richards. “The tank graphic also features a stenciled ‘H-D’ and a location of Milwaukee, Wisconsin abbreviated, inspired from the spec tags found on governmentissued military equipment. The stenciled approach is a treatment often found on military vehicles as lettering was frequently done in the field. Here we’re calling out the birthplace of the Harley-Davidson Motor Company and the original WLA model.” Learn more at www.harleydavidson.com.

PROTAPER AND ANSWER RACING TEAM UP FOR AMA AMATEUR NATIONAL MOTOCROSS CHAMPIONSHIP AT LORETTA LYNN’S RANCH - As the top amateur motocross riders from around the country prep for their chance at the championship, Tucker Powersports’ ProTaper and Answer Racing brands are preparing for their trip to “Loretta’s” as well. This year, the two brands will team up to show the depth of Tucker’s product lines for MX and off-road recreation. ProTaper, a staple at major MX events, will have its rider support team and gear ready to help the riders and fans at the event. Answer Racing’s presence further demonstrates the Tucker organization’s support for MX at all levels of the sport. Answer Racing, Tucker’s iconic motocross apparel brand, recently rolled out its 2023 lineup of MX and off-road riding gear. The line features gear for every level of rider, from pro motocrossers to weekend enthusiasts. It includes the latest tech fabrics along with dramatic design and graphics. The Answer Racing display at Loretta

Lynn’s will be the first showing of the 2023 line to public. Earlier this year, ProTaper introduced its industry leading

ACF Handlebar, a revolutionary carbon fiber-reinforced, aluminum handlebar designed specifically to meet the needs of motocross riders.

The ProTaper ACF Handlebar uses a revolutionary Carbon Core system to maintain strength while creating the lightest 1 1/8-inch handlebar in the industry. “At ProTaper, we design, engineer, and build for everyone who lives for motocross. It’s especially rewarding for us to be at the Amateur National

Championship, this is the heartbeat of MX racing today and for the future,” said Steven Reed, Tucker Powersports’ ProTaper Brand Manager. “Answer Racing has been delivering breakthrough apparel for decades,” said Brent Ash, Tucker Powersports’ Answer Racing Brand Manager. “It’s an honor to debut our 2023 lineup to the riders and to the race attendees at Loretta Lynn’s.” The ProTaper and Answer Racing display areas will be available throughout the AMA Amateur National Motocross Championship weekend, from August 1 to August 6.

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