17-year flashbacks from the arena – June 4, 2002 . . .
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Charges after West Australian cops take part in national ‘day of action’ against MC.
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Seven alleged Rebels MC members or associates in WA, have been charged with 25 offences, as part of a recent national ‘day of action’ targeting the club.
The day involved operational raids on Rebels clubhouses in Rockingham and Bunbury.
Police Minister Michelle Roberts said the year-long blitz on the club had resulted in more than 400 charges being laid, while netting drugs, cash and illegal weapons.
“The fact of the matter is outlaw motorcycle gangs are just that,” she said.
“They operate outside of the law, they do untold harm in our community and they are peddling drugs into our community.”
State Crime Acting Assistant Commissioner Alan Morton said the national day of action on Wednesday was a “culmination of 12 months of effort”.
“These gangs don’t care for the harm they cause our community, they are motivated purely by power and greed.” he said.
“Outlaw motorcycle gangs recruit aggressively with the promise of a glamorous lifestyle when nothing could be more further from the truth.”
The charges, laid on the day related to unspecified drugs, extortion and stolen property offences.
Roberts said the haul from the last 12 months included methamphetamine and cocaine with an estimated street value of more than $4 million, illegal firearms and nearly half a million dollars in cash.
She said 78 people associated with the Rebels were facing charges such as aggravated armed robbery, threats to kill, extortion and drug offences.
RICK LANG RELEASES INSPIRED NEW SINGLE “MY DADDY’S SHOES” JUST IN TIME FOR FATHER’S DAY
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STURGIS MUSEUM Hall of Fame Update
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Harley-Davidson teams with The Rolling Stones for Limited Edition merchandise
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MILWAUKEE (June. 3, 2019) Harley-Davidson and Bravado, Universal Music Group’s merchandise and brand management company, are pleased to announce the launch of a special collection in collaboration with the iconic rock band, The Rolling Stones. Available now, the limited-edition line of men’s, women’s and youth apparel will be sold at Harley-Davidson dealerships around the world and on Harley-Davidson.com.
“We are excited to partner with The Rolling Stones on a collaboration that brings two iconic brands together in a shared celebration of individuality and self-expression,” said Mary Kay Lee, Director of Consumer Product Portfolio, General Merchandise. This limited offering of co-branded merchandise will appeal to a multi-generational audience of fans of both The Rolling Stones and Harley-Davidson.”
The collection features styles focused on key eras of The Rolling Stones’ music and career stages and celebrates the shared spirit of personal freedom shared between The Rolling Stones and Harley-Davidson. The offering will include 58 total styles across men’s, women’s and youth and is made up of three distinct graphic capsules:
- Modern Mashup is inspired by the relationship of two iconic logos synonymous with style, form, and fashion remixed for a whole new generation of fans of both brands
- Tour / On the Road is inspired by the notion of travel, exploration, and journey to new horizons
- Bootleg is inspired by the tour t-shirts sold outside of venues in the ‘70s with riffs on the iconic logos and designs of that era
“The Rolling Stones and Harley Davidson are two iconic brands that span generations and continue to engage and excite fans around the world,” said Christine Buckley, Vice President, Global Brand Management of Bravado. “This collection embodies both brands, giving fans a new way to celebrate both The Rolling Stones and Harley Davidson.”
This collection features men’s, women’s and youth printed T-shirts, long-sleeve shirts, and sweatshirts. Find a dealer using Harley-Davidson’s dealer locator at www.h-d.com/dealerlocator.
This latest new collection supports Harley-Davidson’s long-term strategy to build the next generation of riders globally through new products, broader access and stronger dealers.
Local bikers ask drivers to “look twice”
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JONESBORO, Ark. (KAIT) – With summer here, you may see more bikers on the roads.
A group of local female bikers wants motorists to understand how important getting home whole is.
“We’re moms. We’re wives, we’re daughters, we’re grandmothers and we just want to make it home in one piece and we want to enjoy our ride getting there,” said Capri Payne, a local biker.
An issue these bikers have run into is distracted driving.
“I’ve had more near calls through cell phone usage than anything,” said Payne.
For most, it’s only a close encounter, but for Gabriel Hass, it was a scary reality.
“We were going through the light and I guess some lady was just on her phone,” said Hass.
A collision with a distracted driver almost cost Hass her life.
“I’m going to die, this is it. You know, I’m never going to see my kids again,” said Hass.
The wreck left Hass with serious injuries.
“Two broken legs, my femur actually pushed out my kneecap, my tibia pushed out by my ankle,” said Hass.
Hass also suffered from road rash, her handlebars went through her chest, and she was on a ventilator for weeks.
Some tips Payne has for motorists and fellow bikers include making sure not to get in the middle of a group of bikers, they’re in a group for safety reasons.
She also said not to blow your grass clippings into the road when mowing, it creates a dangerous situation for bikers similar to black ice.
–from the NMA
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2019 Progressive Laconia Motorcycle Week© Gives Back
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June 8-16, 2019
Weirs Beach, New Hampshire
It’s not just about the races, shows, live music and parade of bikes lining Weirs Beach as far as the eye can see. America’s oldest motorcycle rally centers around riding and much of that riding is organized for the benefit of some local charities:
39th Annual Cystic Fibrosis Northern New England Charity Ride at NHMA, June 8-9
Help raise funds for the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation by joining this 2-day, off-road ride that starts and finishes at New Hampshire Motor Speedway in Loudon, NH and averages more than 100 miles per day. There’s even a brand-new Kids Ride for kids age 14-16 who want to participate. For more info: http://fightcf.cff.org/site/TR/TeamCF/100_Northern_New_England_Nashua?pg=entry&fr_id=7576
13th Annual Peter Makris Memorial Ride, June 8
Join the official kick-off event for Laconia Motorcycle Week with hundreds of other riders on this police-escorted ride around Lake Winnipesaukee. Riders meet at 11am at the NASWA Resort in Laconia and return at 1pm at the same location for lunch and entertainment all afternoon. Ride benefits the Laconia Fire Department’s Water Rescue Team, Easter Seals NH Veterans Count Program, and more. More info: https://laconiamcweek.com/event/13th-annual-peter-makris-memorial-ride/
Mae-West Memorial ‘For the Love of Pets’ Ride, June 10
This ride through local scenic towns starts at Rally Headquarters on Lakeside Avenue and ends at NH Motor Speedway for raffles and music. Line-ups begin at 8:30am, ride leaves at 10:30am. Entry fee includes a custom Sick Boy Motorcycle t-shirt with proceeds benefiting local animal shelters. Over the past several years, this ride has raised tens of thousands of dollars for the NH Humane Society. More info: https://laconiamcweek.com/event/pet-run-ride-mae-west-memorial-ride-leaves-rally-headquarters-1030am-ride-local-scenic-towns-ends-broken-spoke-saloon-raffles-music-proceeds-benefit/
Makris Steak & Lobster House Benefit Ride from Coast to the Mountains, June 11
Help local Veteran Non-Profits by participating in this popular ride which starts at 9am at the Makris Steak & Lobster House in Loudon, heads up through New Hampshire’s White Mountains and ends back at the restaurant. Enjoy live music and promos after the ride from 5pm – 9pm. More info: https://laconiamcweek.com/event/makris-steak-lobster-house-benefit-ride-from-coast-to-the-mtns-ride-starts-ends-at-makris-lobster-steak-house-in-loudon-900am/
2nd Annual Speedway Children’s Charities NH Chapter Ride for the Kids, June 12
Join hundreds of other riders as they start off with a 3-lap ride around “The Magic Mile” of NH Motor Speedway before heading over to the beautiful coast of New Hampshire. The ride ends at Seacoast Harley-Davidson in North Hampton and includes a barbecue lunch and commemorative patch. Best of all, it raises money for the NH Chapter of Speedway Children’s Charities, an organization that, since its inception, has provided close to $1.7 million, supporting nearly 750,000 children throughout the northeast. Your $50/Rider & $25/Passenger registration fee directly supports their efforts. More info: https://laconiamcweek.com/event/speedway-childrens-charities-motorcycle-ride-from-nh-motor-speedway/
Charity Bike Ride & Breakfast, June 15
Our charity rides wrap up Saturday, June 15 with this popular ride that begins and ends at Berkshire Hathaway Verani Realty in Belmont. Kickstands up at 10:15am with a “tiny house” on site for tours. Ride benefits the Lakes Region Children’s Auction. More info: https://laconiamcweek.com/event/charity-bike-ride-breakfast-benefit-lakes-region-childrens-auction/
At Laconia, we ride (for some great causes)!
Laconia Motorcycle Week® gives great appreciation to all of our sponsors, especially our Presenting Sponsors: Progressive, AMSOIL, and American Iron Outfitters as well as the State of New Hampshire for their large financial support of our rally each year.
Ride Safe and Keep Away from the Centerline!
Photo caption: Riders take their pets for a ride at the annual Mae-West Memorial ‘For the Love of Pets’ Ride”
6th Annual Aidan’s Ride Update
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The 6th Annual Aidan’s Ride Brooklyn will now take place on Sunday June 30, 2019 at Indian Larry Motorcycles. The ride has been postponed to June 30th due to thunderstorm warnings on the original date June 2nd. Time, location, route and the general event schedule remain the same.
For more information on the 6th Annual Aidan’s Ride Brooklyn, visit https://indianlarry.com/blogs/news/6th-annual-aidans-ride-brooklyn.
Individuals who purchased tickets for June 2nd and are no longer able to attend the event rescheduled for June 30th will be reimbursed, upon request. To purchase more tickets, register online here: https://www.flipcause.com/secure/event_step1/NTQ4MjM=
Be in it to Win it, For a Great Cause!!
Win this Harley Davidson period correct Shovelhead with one previous owner and 8,517 miles , feel free to stop by Indian Larry Motorcycles 70 North 15th Street in Brooklyn, NY 11222 or to purchase tickets go to:
http://aidanjackseegerfoundation.org/shop
All proceeds go to the Aidan Jack Seeger Foundation and helps us to continue helping families affected by ALD and fighting for newborn screening nationwide.
Raffle tickets are only $20 and the winner will be pulled during the 6th Annual Aidan’s Ride on June 30th. The winner does not need to be present on the day of the ride and will be notified via mail, email and/or phone call. Pick up or shipping of the bike is the responsibility of the winner.
If you have any questions, few free to shoot us an email or give us a call at (718) 609- 9184.
Hope to see you all soon,
Indian Larry Motorcycles and Aidan Jack Seeger Foundation
RED LIGHT cameras banned in Texas
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By Travis Fedschun | Fox News
Drivers in the Lone Star State are about to be seeing less red.
Texas Gov. Greg Abbott announced Saturday evening he signed legislation that bans red light cameras across the state.
House Bill 1361, authored by Republican state Rep. Jonathan Stickland, would prohibit the use of “photographic traffic signal enforcement systems.”
RED-LIGHT CAMERAS COME UNDER FIRE, AT LEAST 7 STATES TRYING TO BAN THEM
The Republican governor took to Twitter to give people a personal view of him signing House Bill 1631.
“Hi, Governor Greg Abbott here at the capitol on Saturday, signing bills,” he said.
Seconds later, the governor held up the bill with his signature, saying the document “is now law.”
Stickland told FOX7 the bill was motivated by “a lot of reason.”
“No.1, privacy concerns. We think that the right to due process matters,” he told FOX7. “You have the right to face your accuser in court.”
The new law included a grandfather clause for cities involved in red light camera contracts that have yet to end, except if the contract includes a provision allowing for state law to break it.
“So, currently, we think as it is, the bill will continue to operate red light cameras in just two cities for a couple of years until the contract is timed out,” Stickland told FOX7.
Ever since becoming legal in 2007, Texas lawmakers have made attempts to turn the cameras off that were unsuccessful until now, according to the Star-Telegram.