Motorcyclists may have reason to celebrate after President Donald Trump signed a Presidential Memorandum this week aimed at expanding Americans’ right to repair their own vehicles. The memorandum directs the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to clarify what repairs owners can legally make to emissions systems under the Clean Air Act. It also encourages the agencyContinue reading “Trump Pushes ‘Right to Repair’—But Will Motorcycles Be Included?”
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Alleged DUI Driver Turns Left Into Motorcyclist, Leaving Rider Critically Injured
A 23-year-old motorcyclist suffered critical injuries Wednesday morning after police say an impaired driver turned left directly into his path on a California highway. According to the Redding Police Department, the crash happened around 9:40 a.m. on July 1 on State Route 273 near Kenyon Road. Investigators say the rider was traveling southbound when aContinue reading “Alleged DUI Driver Turns Left Into Motorcyclist, Leaving Rider Critically Injured”
BAD BIKER DAD: Father Sought After Fleeing Motorcycle Crash, Leaving Injured 2-Year-Old Behind
A Michigan father is being sought by police after allegedly fleeing the scene of a motorcycle crash that left his injured 2-year-old daughter behind. According to the Detroit Police Department, the crash happened around 8 p.m. Sunday on Detroit’s west side near Braile Street and Evergreen Road. Investigators say the man was riding a motorcycleContinue reading “BAD BIKER DAD: Father Sought After Fleeing Motorcycle Crash, Leaving Injured 2-Year-Old Behind”
Alabama Department Brings Back Motorcycle Unit After Nearly a Decade
MONTGOMERY, Ala. — Motorcycle officers are back on the streets of Montgomery. The Montgomery Police Department has officially revived its dedicated motorcycle traffic unit, marking the first time the city has had one since 2017. The newly formed Motor Safety Unit is already on patrol and is expected to become a permanent part of theContinue reading “Alabama Department Brings Back Motorcycle Unit After Nearly a Decade”
Motorcyclist Reunites With Heroes Who Lifted a Car Off Him After Horrific Crash
A motorcycle rider who was pinned beneath a car after a devastating crash has reunited with the strangers whose quick actions are being credited with saving his life. Tyler Wiebe, a father of two from Brisbane, Australia, was riding to work earlier this month when a driver reportedly traveled the wrong way through traffic, triggeringContinue reading “Motorcyclist Reunites With Heroes Who Lifted a Car Off Him After Horrific Crash”
Motorcycle Crashes Into Crowd at Brooklyn Park, Injuring 12; Rider Arrested
A Sunday evening ride turned into chaos when a motorcycle left the roadway and crashed into a crowd gathered inside a Brooklyn park, sending a dozen people to area hospitals. According to the NYPD, 53-year-old Neisha Atkinson lost control of a three-wheeled Can-Am motorcycle around 6:30 p.m. while near Commodore Barry Park in Brooklyn. TheContinue reading “Motorcycle Crashes Into Crowd at Brooklyn Park, Injuring 12; Rider Arrested”
Motorcyclist found shot on Mobile Alabama street
A Sunday night shooting in Mobile is under investigation after a wounded motorcyclist was found near the Mobile Public Library on Government Street. According to the Mobile Police Department, officers responded Sunday night after receiving reports of a person who had been shot. When officers arrived, they found an adult man with a gunshot woundContinue reading “Motorcyclist found shot on Mobile Alabama street”
Sheriff’s Investigator Dies Following Mississippi Motorcycle Crash
The motorcycle community is mourning the loss of one of its own after a Forrest County Sheriff’s Office investigator succumbed to injuries she suffered in a motorcycle crash. Investigator Andretta English passed away early Sunday morning despite what her department described as “courageous but unsuccessful efforts” by trauma surgeons and medical professionals to save herContinue reading “Sheriff’s Investigator Dies Following Mississippi Motorcycle Crash”
Benefit Ride Turns Tragic: Police Officer Among Three Injured During Mississippi Charity Motorcycle Ride
What was meant to be a day of support for a wounded law enforcement officer ended in tragedy Saturday when three people were injured during a benefit motorcycle ride in Columbia, Mississippi. The ride was organized by the Columbia Fire Department to raise money for Covington County Sheriff’s Deputy Rodney Yates, who was left paralyzedContinue reading “Benefit Ride Turns Tragic: Police Officer Among Three Injured During Mississippi Charity Motorcycle Ride”
Harley-Davidson’s Rumored “Sprint” Just Took a Big Step Toward Reality
For months, Harley-Davidson riders have been hearing whispers about a new entry-level motorcycle that could bring an entirely new generation into the Motor Company. Now, those rumors appear to be getting a lot harder to dismiss. A newly revealed dealer communication suggests Harley-Davidson is preparing for the arrival of a motorcycle carrying the legendary SprintContinue reading “Harley-Davidson’s Rumored “Sprint” Just Took a Big Step Toward Reality”