American Motorcyclist Association announces winners in Helmet House product giveaways

PICKERINGTON, OH – May 8, 2013 – (Motor Sports Newswire) – Several lucky motorcyclists will receive new riding gear and other products from Helmet House, manufacturer of Cortech and Tour Master and exclusive distributor for Shoei Helmets, thanks to drawings held by the American Motorcyclist Association.

The AMA sponsored AMA Go Ride! Month in April to celebrate the motorcycling lifestyle with on- and off-highway motorcyclists across the country. The month-long event featured a number of contests that promoted the fun of riding, educated riders about threats facing motorcycling and encouraged motorcyclists to think about the extraordinary gas mileage their motorcycles achieve compared to their cars and trucks.

During AMA Go Ride! Month, qualifying AMA members in all the various contests were entered into a May 3 drawing for a Shoei helmet, a Tour Master Intake jacket and Cortech tank bags.

The winners, and what they won, are:

• Randall Beecham of Bellville, Ohio: Shoei GT-Air helmet
• Trevor Payne of South Plainfield, N.J.: Tour Master Intake jacket
• Phil Perry of Howell, N.J.: Cortech tank bag
• Lee De Leonard of Roswell, N.M.: Cortech tank bag

AMA Go Ride! Month was also a perfect way to lead into Motorcycle Awareness Month in May, when the AMA and scores of cities, states and organizations urge the motoring public to watch for motorcyclists on the nation’s roads and highways. Motorcyclists can also be prepared by taking rider training and wearing appropriate riding gear.

To learn more about Cortech, Tour Master and Shoei products, visit www.cortechperformance.com, www.tourmaster.com and www.shoei-helmets.com.

For more information about AMA Go Ride! Month, Motorcycle Awareness Month and membership in the AMA, visit www.americanmotorcyclist.com.

About the American Motorcyclist Association

Founded in 1924, the AMA is a not-for-profit member-based association whose mission is to promote the motorcycle lifestyle and protect the future of motorcycling. As the world’s largest motorcycling rights and event sanctioning organization, the AMA advocates for riders’ interests at all levels of government and sanctions thousands of competition and recreational events every year. The AMA also provides money-saving discounts on products and services for its members. Through the AMA Motorcycle Hall of Fame in Pickerington, Ohio, the AMA honors the heroes and heritage of motorcycling. For more information, visit www.americanmotorcyclist.com.

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AMA Go Ride Safely! Week Stresses Rider Training and Protective Gear

PICKERINGTON, OH – April 22, 2013 – (Motor Sports Newswire) – The final phase of AMA Go Ride! Month begins today and the week long theme is “Go Ride Safely!” Sponsored by the American Motorcyclist Association, AMA Go Ride Safely! week promotes rider training and the use of appropriate riding gear to help ensure that every ride is enjoyable and every rider is prepared for the unexpected.

“When it comes to riding responsibly and reducing risk, the AMA strongly encourages its members and all motorcyclists to take rider training and wear protective gear,” said AMA President and CEO Rob Dingman. “In addition, we advocate nationally for driver awareness programs to alert other roadway users to our presence in traffic.”

During AMA Go Ride Safely! week, riders are encouraged to pass along their responsible-riding practices by submitting photos and comments to submissions@ama-cycle.org and responding to daily calls-to-action on the AMA Facebook page.

“I can think of no better way to kick off Motorcycle Awareness Month in May than by stressing training and proper gear during the last week of AMA Go Ride! Month,” Dingman added.

Throughout April, AMA Go Ride! Month has been celebrating the motorcycle lifestyle and providing motorcyclists nationwide with information, contests and prizes from Helmet House, Shoei, HelmetLok, Bikebandit.com and Choice Hotels. AMA members are encouraged to enter the contests to win prizes.

The AMA Up, Down, All-Around Flash Tour is a contest for street and dirt riders. Participants submit a photograph of a trip to the highest, lowest or most remote part of their state, or an historical or cultural landmark unique to the state. Each week a winner is selected to receive a Helmetlok next-generation lock and cable set.

Another weekly photo contest, Freedom Friday, alerts riders to important issues that pose threats to motorcycling freedoms. This week’s theme is “Fuel for Thought,” which calls attention to the possible harmful effects of E15 fuel on motorcycle engines. The issue can be illustrated with a photo of a motorcyclist near a gas pump or station that sells E15 or, if not available, other blends. The best photos will earn two lucky AMA members an AMA gift bag and a BikeBandit.com gift card.

A third weekly contest sponsored by Choice Hotels awards a $100 gas card and two nights’ stay at a Choice Hotel, good in 2013. Entrants just email their name, AMA number, the difference between the gas mileage of their bike and their car or SUV, put the words “Choice Hotel” in the Subject line and send to submissions@ama-cycle.org.

Qualifying AMA members in all contests will also be entered into a month-end drawing for great prizes from AMA partner Helmet House, including a Shoei helmet, Tour Master Intake jacket and Cortech tank bags. Contest details can be viewed at www.americanmotorcyclist.com/riding/goride/contestdetails.

AMA Go Ride! Month encourages motorcyclists everywhere to enjoy the thrill of riding in the dirt and on the street. Be sure to visit www.americanmotorcyclist.com/riding/goride and www.facebook.com/americanmotorcyclist for breaking news and announcements about 2013 AMA Go Ride! Month.

About the American Motorcyclist Association

Founded in 1924, the AMA is a not-for-profit member-based association whose mission is to promote the motorcycle lifestyle and protect the future of motorcycling. As the world’s largest motorcycling rights and event sanctioning organization, the AMA advocates for riders’ interests at all levels of government and sanctions thousands of competition and recreational events every year. The AMA also provides money-saving discounts on products and services for its members. Through the AMA Motorcycle Hall of Fame in Pickerington, Ohio, the AMA honors the heroes and heritage of motorcycling. For more information, visit www.americanmotorcyclist.com.

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AMA Go Ride! Month Begins Today

Week 1 theme is “Go Ride Your Way!”

PICKERINGTON, OH – April 1, 2013 – (Motor Sports Newswire) -  The first day of April marks the official launch of AMA Go Ride! Month, sponsored by the American Motorcyclist Association. All month long, motorcyclists nationwide are encouraged to kick-start the 2013 riding season in style with information, entertainment, contests, prizes from Helmet House, Shoei, HelmetLok, BikeBandit.com and more via www.americanmotorcyclist.com and the AMA Facebook page.

During the first week of April, “AMA Go Ride Your Way!” week taps into the individualism of motorcycling on favorite trails and twisties. Riders are invited to post pictures of their favorite rides on the AMA Facebook page at www.facebook.com/americanmotorcyclist and send stories describing their favorite rides to submissions@ama-cycle.org. The best story will be featured on the AMA Go Ride! Month blog.



AMA Go Ride! Month is also the launch of a special edition of AMA Flash Tours with a contest for street and dirt riders. The AMA Up, Down, All-Around Flash Tour invites motorcyclists to photograph a trip to the highest, lowest or most remote part of their state, or an historical or cultural landmark unique to the state. Each week a winner will be selected to receive a Helmetlok next-generation lock and cable set. Plus, all qualifying entrants will be entered into a month-end drawing to receive great prizes, including a Shoei helmet, Tour Master Intake jacket and Cortech tank bags, courtesy of AMA partner Helmet House.

Contestants must be AMA members. For those who aren’t members, it’s easy to sign up at www.americanmotorcyclist.com/join. Contest details and rules are posted on the AMA website at www.americanmotorcyclist.com/riding/goride, and updates will be available on the AMA Facebook page.

Also during each week of AMA Go Ride! Month, “Freedom Friday” will alert motorcyclists to important issues that pose threats to motorcycling freedoms. Watch for the first Freedom Friday announcement on April 5. A Freedom Friday contest will also launch that day, and each week in April two lucky AMA members will win an AMA gift bag and a BikeBandit.com gift card. Contestants will also be entered into the month-end drawing for Helmet House prizes.

Still digging out of the snow and ice? Not to worry, you have the entire month of April to enter one of the cool contests. In the meantime, be sure to check out these helpful tips and tools provided for street and dirt riding on the AMA website at www.americanmotorcyclist.com/riding/street/resources and www.americanmotorcyclist.com/riding/dirt/getstarted.

AMA Go Ride! Month encourages motorcyclists everywhere to enjoy the thrill of riding in the dirt and on the street. During AMA Go Ride Your Way! week, AMA members can access some wonderful resources on the members’ section of the AMA website. Off-road riders can view a comprehensive list of places to ride in the AMA Trails Atlas, and street riders can learn about AMA member’s favorite roads at AMA Great Roads. Just visit www.americanmotorcyclist.com > Members Area to find your piece of riding nirvana.

Stay tuned to www.americanmotorcyclist.com and www.facebook.com/americanmotorcyclist in the coming days for more announcements about 2013 AMA Go Ride! Month.

About the American Motorcyclist Association

Founded in 1924, the AMA is a not-for-profit member-based association whose mission is to promote the motorcycle lifestyle and protect the future of motorcycling. As the world’s largest motorcycling rights and event sanctioning organization, the AMA advocates for riders’ interests at all levels of government and sanctions thousands of competition and recreational events every year. The AMA also provides money-saving discounts on products and services for its members. Through the AMA Motorcycle Hall of Fame in Pickerington, Ohio, the AMA honors the heroes and heritage of motorcycling. For more information, visit www.americanmotorcyclist.com.

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BikeBandit.com Giving Away $1000 in Motorcycle Gear

SAN DIEGO, CA – April 19, 2012 – (Motor Sports Newswire) – BikeBandit.com, the largest online source for ATV and motorcycle parts, is pleased to announce they are giving away $1000 worth of motorcycle gear, plus $100 in Bandit Bucks each week for the length of the competition.

The grand prize winner will receive $1000 worth of gear that they get to pick from brands such as Cortech, Spidi, Arai, Speed & Strength, Shoei, BikeMaster, MSR and Alpinestars. If the winner was referred to the contest by one of their friends who shared it after entering, that friend also wins the $1000 in gear.

The same goes for the Bandit Bucks. If the weekly winner was referred by someone who entered the contest, the referrer wins $100 in Bandit Bucks too.

“It’s true, we’re giving away $1,000 worth of gear as well as $100 in Bandit Bucks a week. Share it with your Facebook friends and, if they win, you’ll also get hooked up with $1,000 in gear,” said a BikeBandit.com representative. “The more Facebook friends you share the giveaway with, the more chances you have to win!”

To enter the contest, simply “like” BikeBandit.com on Facebook and complete entry process. The giveaway started March 26, 2012 and ends May 6, 2012 at 11:59 PM (PDT).

For more information, visit http://www.bikebandit.com/ or visit BikeBandit.com on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/bikebanditcom/app_352654224779827?ref=ts.

About BikeBandit.com:

BikeBandit.com is the web’s largest power sports store with more than 8 million factory fresh ATV and motorcycle parts online, including OEM parts from all the major manufacturers, plus a huge number of hard-to-find motorcycle parts (including hard-to-find Kawasaki parts), motorcycle tires, motorcycle accessories, motorcycle helmets, motorcycle gloves, motorcycle jackets, and more.

SOURCE: BikeBandit.com

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The All-New Shoei Neotec Modular Motorcycle Helmet

February 14, 2012 – (Motor Sports Newswire) – Shoei’s Neotec modular motorcycle helmet features a flip up design that offers the convenience and versatility of a full-face helmet that converts instantly into an open-face configuration.

Utilizing an enlarged lock release button to facilitate easy handling with gloves on, the Neotec’s lightweight chin bar and face shield rotate with smooth precision on a single axis point, yielding the seamless versatility of a true two-in-one design.

Shoei’s mdoular Neotec helmet features the proven “360° Pivot Locking System,” which is road tested and made of high quality stainless steel components to ensure a safe and secure closure when the Neotec’s chin bar is in the down, locked position.

 

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Graves Motorsports’ Newest Star Garrett Gerloff Gives a Banner Performance at Talladega Gran Prix Raceway’s WERA National

KENNESAW, GA – April 14th, 2011 – (Motor Sports Newswire) – Recent Graves Yamaha-signed rider Garrett Gerloff logged yet another stellar weekend of racing in the books this past weekend at Talladega Gran Prix Raceway’s WERA National.

Gerloff attributes much of his weekend’s success to excellent set-up on his Graves prepped Yamaha R6. “We set up the bike almost perfectly on Friday with help from my crew chief, Brian Stokes, and qualified on pole for the 600 Superstock race,” said Gerloff. “Saturday morning we tested some different set-ups, working to get the bike more comfortable for me. By the end of Saturday we had it dialed-in and after testing the new set-up again Sunday morning, I knew we had a strong bike for the races.”

After a smart and solid battle for the win, the young Graves rider earned 2nd place, a mere two-tenths behind first place finisher Jake Lewis. Ever the perfectionist, 2nd place wasn’t enough for Gerloff. “I was really bummed out and wanted to get us back on the top step of the podium.”

Gerloff wasted no time in getting back on top of the box, winning the 600 Superbike race. Putting pressure on his opponent and capitalizing on a mistake, Gerloff put his head down and not only took the lead but put a two second gap between himself and the 2nd place finisher. “I’d like to give a big thank you to all my sponsors for another great weekend,” exclaimed an exuberant Gerloff.

Garrett Gerloff is sponsored by Graves Motorsports, Monster Energy, Yamaha Motor Corp., Dunlop, Ohlins, GBehavior, Shoei, REV ‘IT, Sidi, Leatt Braces, Vortex, Pit Bull, Chicken Hawk, DrippinWet.com

Graves Motorsports is a leading motorcycle sport bike parts and accessories manufacturer. Graves Motorsports produces exhaust systems, fender eliminator kits, frame sliders, velocity stacks, engine case covers, engine performance and the leading resource for Dynojet Power Commander + accessories. Graves Motorsports has two locations: Van Nuys, California and Kennesaw, Georgia. www.gravesport.com

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GetPirelli.com Let’s You Look Like a Champion

Win the Helmet Off the Head of Dowd or Regal after this weekend’s Rockstar Energy Southwick National.

ROME, GA – August 27, 2010 – (Motor Sports Newswire) -  GETPIRELLI.COM is giving two lucky motocross fans the opportunity to win the helmets right off the heads of moto legend John Dowd or up-and-coming champ Kyle Regal – the very same helmets that will be sported by the riders in this weekend’s Rockstar Energy Southwick National in Southwick, Massachusetts.  Registration for the promotion is free and will begin at WWW.GETPIRELLI.COM starting today and end September 3, 2010 at 5 pm EST.

Southwick’s Moto-X 338 track is a physically demanding sand track and is one of the only races in which semi-retired veteran rider and local moto legend John Dowd competes.  The 45 year old Dowd is widely considered as one of motocross’ best sand racers, and finished 3^rd at the 2009 AMA Southwick National on Pirelli Scorpion MX tires.

Kyle Regal is currently ranked 8^th in AMA Motocross Championship points and has 2 podium finishes to date.  The 19 year old finished 6^th at Southwick in 2009 and will be campaigning his privateer Honda in this year’s event.

Dowd’s autographed #16 Shoei Model VFX-W helmet and Regal’s autographed #41 Arai Model VX-Pro 3 helmet are both up for grabs after Saturday’s Lucas Oil AMA Pro Motocross Championship moto in Southwick, Massachusetts. Contest registration is easy – fans must visit GETPIRELLI.COM to register to win beginning Thursday the 26^th and complete their registrations prior to the September 3^rd deadline.  One entry per person, no purchase necessary to enter.  Contest rules and regulations are available online at GETPIRELLI.COM.

GETPIRELLI.COM is a social media site designed specifically as a gathering place where Pirelli enthusiasts can connect to the brand, its activities in North America and worldwide, brand news, forums, blogs, products and promotions.

Pirelli Tire North America designs, develops, manufactures and markets tires for passenger vehicles in both the original equipment and replacement markets as well as markets and distributes tires for motorcycles and motorsports. Located in Rome, Georgia, Pirelli’s Modular Integrated Robotized System (MIRS) employs state-of-the-art technology to manufacture tires for both export and domestic markets.  For more information please visit www.us.pirelli.com.

SOURCE: Pirelli Tire North America

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