Viper Diamondback 152 Motorcycle Sales
Exceed Company Expectation
HOPKINS, MN--(eMediaWorld - June 25, 2009) - Viper Motorcycle Company
(OTCBB: VPWS), a subsidiary of Viper Powersports Inc., announced today
the successful retail sales of its Viper Diamondback motorcycles. Terry
Nesbitt, President, Viper Motorcycle Company, elaborates, "Retail sales
are well ahead of projections and growing at a pace to meet and exceed
our expectations, and dealers are clamoring for more."
Rick Fairless, Owner/President of Strokers Dallas, an industry icon,
stated, "Response to Viper's Diamondback 152 motorcycle has been
excellent and we are selling units as fast as they arrive. We are very
pleased with the style and quality of these motorcycles. When a consumer
first approaches a Viper, he/she can instantly see this is a well
thought out OEM product resulting in enhanced overall value. We look
forward to a long and successful relationship... and getting more bikes
from Viper."
"This early success at Strokers Dallas and other dealerships nationwide
confirms our belief that Viper, and specifically the Diamondback 152,
provides the motorcycle enthusiast with an unparalleled combination of
style, performance and price that results in immediate market
acceptance," added Nesbitt. "We've taken the best elements and combined
them into features distinctive to Viper resulting in what we believe is
the most compelling addition to the motorcycle world in a long, long
time. Experiencing this instant retail with our initial dealers is both
an affirmation of this sentiment and the first in what we believe will
be a chain of successes as we pursue market share and market dominance."
In an earlier article on the bike's road review, Joe Knezevic, Managing
Editor of American Iron Magazine, commented: "All I can say is that this
engine is impressive, especially since it is a production motor and not
a custom built one-off. Simply put, Viper's engineers have done a
wonderful job with this proprietary engine, and this is the only
production bike I know of that comes with such a big heart."
Viper Powersports designs, manufactures and markets a line of premium
American V-Twin Super Cruiser motorcycles, V-Twin aftermarket engines
and other related aftermarket products through an independent dealer
network. Joint venture partner Ilmor Engineering (www.ilmor.com),
provides technical developmental support for the proprietary 152 cubic
inch Viper V-Twin engine, utilizing their 25 years of engine design
expertise, ensuring Vipers' long term success as America's newest
domestic OEM of motorcycles. Viper Powersports and Viper Motorcycle
Company's websites are
www.viperpowersports.com and
www.vipermotorcycle.com .
FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT:
Terry Nesbitt
President
Viper Motorcycle Company
Tel: 612-328-1558
E:
tnesbitt@vipermotorcycle.com
Extradited bikie seeks bail - ABC Online -
A member of the Finks Motorcycle Club who was extradited from New South
Wales to Adelaide to face charges of assault and abduction has applied
for home detention bail.
Francesco Paul Condo, 39, is charged with 10 offences, some dating back
nine years.
His lawyer Andrew Moffa asked the magistrate to order a home detention
bail report.
The prosecution said it would oppose bail in any form.
The magistrate ordered the report and adjourned the matter until next
month.
Bingie Bikies arrested - Bay Post/Moruya
Examiner - Batemans Bay Police have arrested two Bay residents
this morning, who have confirmed links to the Bay chapter of the Rebels
Outlaw Motorcycle Gang, and charged them for crimes relating to an
alleged amphetamines factory that was discovered at Bingie in April this
year.
A 46-year-old man and 24-year-old woman were charged with participating
in illegal activities at a drug manufacturing lab in Bingie and for
eliciting manufactured drugs.
Police attended a Batemans Bay residence at 11.30am this morning as part
of investigations made by Strike Force Barree.
Police had previously questioned a person who was arrested after being
discovered at the alleged drug lab in April.
The other person involved was identified as part of police inquiries
from their investigation.
Far south coast acting crime manager Gary Megay was pleased with the
strike force officer's efforts over the two month long investigation.
"Police worked tirelessly on the investigation since April 7. It's a
really good outcome for them and a really good outcome for the
community," he said.
The arrests almost wrap-up the investigation with the only remaining
items to complete being documents to be filed for court, according to
Insp Megay.
On April 7 officers from Strike Force Barree swooped on a Bingie home
and arrested three people. The trio were later released without charge.
The pair is expected to appear in Batemans Bay Local Court on Monday.
Tributes to much-missed Worcester dentist killed in crash -
Berrows Journal - TRIBUTES have poured in
for a popular city dentist who was tragically killed in a motorcycle
accident.
Father-of-two John Bue was involved in a crash on the A4440 between
Powick and Rushwick at about 5pm on Wednesday.
He was taken to Worcestershire Royal Hospital but pronounced dead
shortly after arrival.
Many of Mr Bue’s friends and family have spoken of their shock and
devastation at the death and said the fanatical Liverpool FC supporter
will be sadly missed.
Worcester city councillor Margaret Layland, who helped Mr Bue set up the
NHS Green Dental Practice, in Gresham Road, Dines Green, in 2002, said
the whole community is in shock.
"I am absolutely devastated and the whole community is as well,” she
said. “My heart goes out to his family.
“For a person of his stature to invest in Dines Green was absolutely
fantastic, it is an awful, awful loss for everybody.
“He believed in Worcester, he believed in Dines Green and believed in
free healthcare for everybody.
“He was a great friend, a great colleague and was a great bloke who was
always friendly and jolly.”
Friends Roy and Lisa Shone, said: “What a great guy, he was passionate
about his job and even more passionate about Liverpool FC.
“He is irreplaceable and will be sadly missed at the Green Dental
Practice Our deepest sympathy goes to his family.”
Many comments have also been added at worcesternews.co.uk and on your
Worcester News’ Facebook page.
shonee, from Worcester, said: “We are absolutely devastated as a family
as we only saw him an hour b4 - You'll Never Walk Alone John xx.”
mumoffour, from Worcester, added: “Devastated, John you were a wonderful
guy, our thoughts go out to your family at this very sad time.”
Bill_Mac, from Droitwich, wrote: “A larger than life character. Always
took an interest in what you had done. He made going to the dentist a
pleasure. Can’t believe this has happened, he will be sadly missed.”
trevor_s, from Worcester, commented: “Devastating news having only seen
him earlier. We will miss you so much. You were a great guy. Our
thoughts go out to your family. XX”
Maggie Would, posted: “I am so upset. My sincere condolences to his
lovely family. RIP John. A man who always 'lived it large,' but who did
a lot for the community.”
Mr Bue, who was in his 40s, lived with his wife Jocelyn, in Stotfield
Avenue, Warndon Villages, and leaves two daughters.
Alan McMichael, consultant in dental health at NHS Worcestershire, said:
“My colleagues and I were shocked and saddened to hear of the tragic
death of a local dental practitioner in a road accident on Wednesday
night.
“We are doing what we can to support the staff at the dental practice at
this difficult time and send our sincere condolences to the family.”
The crash, which also involved a car, on the A4440 Hams Way closed the
road in both directions. A West Midlands Ambulance Service spokesman
said: “The rider had suffered very serious injuries. Ambulance staff
immediately started resuscitation on arrival.
“The man was taken on blue lights to Worcestershire Royal Hospital.
Sadly shortly after arrival the man was confirmed dead.
“The driver of the car, a man estimated to be in his 20s or 30s, was
taken to the same hospital suffering from shock.”
Second Annual Iron Maidens' HOG Wild Pig Roast -
Norwalk Plus Magazine - Three-time award
nominated rock band Lick is saddling up to take the stage at the second
annual Iron Maidens’ HOG Wild Pig Roast Sunday, June 28, at City Sports
Grille in Bristol, Conn.
“The band is always excited to get involved in charity work in our home
state,” said Dina Papacostas, lead singer. ‘We are thrilled to support
the Iron Maidens team.”
The second annual Iron Maidens’ HOG Wild Pig Roast, established by the
Iron Maidens and The Band of Brothers MS Motorcycle Ride Team, features
a pig roast with the all the “fixins,” Miller Lite and live music by
Lick Band. The roast also features a 50/50 drawing, giveaways, drawings
for prizes and much more. Proceeds benefit the team, the 2009 MS
Motorcycle Ride and the more than 6,000 Connecticut residents battling
the potentially debilitating effects of multiple sclerosis.
The Iron Maidens & The Band of Brothers was named the top fundraising
team in 2007 and 2008. The team raised more than $3,000 in 2007 and more
than $8,500 in 2008.
Friday, 26 June, 2009
04:00 PM - 11:00 PM
Cost:
$25 donation is requested
Location: City Sports Grille
177 Farmington Ave
Bristol, CT 06010
Event Contact Info
Email: kbutler@ctfightsMS.org
Website:
Click to Visit
Harley-Davidson owners roll into town for the weekend - Journal
Record (subscription) - OKLAHOMA CITY – A little problem like a
recession isn’t going to keep Harley-Davidson motorcycle owners from
attending their largest national gathering in Oklahoma City this
weekend, Matt King said.
John Tully checks the air pressure of Harley-Davidson motorcycles to get
the bikes ready for this weekend’s Club HOG OKC, the annual gathering
for the Harley Owners Group (HOG) members, at State Fair Park. (Photo by
Maike Sabolich)
John Tully checks the air pressure of Harley-Davidson motorcycles to get
the bikes ready for this weekend’s Club HOG OKC, the annual gathering
for the Harley Owners Group (HOG) members, at State Fair Park. (Photo by
Maike Sabolich)
“Obviously the economy’s had an effect on everybody, but as far as our
Harley Owners Group members go, they are really the core of the core. …
The most committed and passionate riders that we have through thick and
thin,” said King, Harley-Davidson spokesman Thursday. “They let very
little get in their way.
“Riding a Harley isn’t just a fad or hobby for HOG members; it’s a
lifestyle. So while the economy is a factor for everybody, we haven’t
seen significant decreases in participation at our events.”
Event organizers and vendors were busy Thursday setting up at State Fair
Park in preparation for the thousands of Harley Owners Group (HOG)
members expected to roll into the city. The two-day rally begins Friday.
City tourism officials said about 5,000 registered participants are
expected.
Fairgrounds spokesman Scott Munz said the park has effectively been
split in two because the National Reining Horse Association’s Open Derby
is being held on the same weekend. With the Oklahoma City Summer Classic
Dog Show being held at the Cox Convention Center downtown, hotel
vacancies in the area are scarce, he said.
“Oklahoma City’s hip, spirited surroundings combined with its deep
western heritage create the perfect backdrop for Club HOG OKC,” club
event General Manager Benny Suggs said. “Our members should plan on
arriving early and staying late so they can take advantage of the many
exciting adventures this fantastic part of the country has to offer.”
The rally is focused at the fairgrounds, but related events are
scheduled elsewhere in the city. Club members-only activities include
musical stage performances, stunt teams, Muscular Dystrophy Association
fundraisers, the HOG Wall of Ink tattoo contest and various organized
destination rides. Licensed drivers will be allowed to take demo rides
on 2009 Harley-Davidson and Buell model motorcycles, King said.
The rally will start to wrap up Saturday with the HOG Chapter Parade of
Flags. A convoy of more than 1,200 Harleys will depart the fairgrounds
at 9 a.m. and make its way to the Oklahoma City National Memorial &
Museum, through the Bricktown district, and return to the fairgrounds by
10 a.m. A map of the parade route with public viewing points is online
at www.visitokc.com/hog.
The Bikes & Bricks Street Party in Bricktown will begin at noon Saturday
and run until about midnight. The party is open to the general public
and will showcase several bands and more Harley-Davidson merchandise.
“This will be the largest street party ever held in Bricktown and we are
anticipating a great crowd and thousands of bikes,” Bricktown
Association Director Jim Cowan said. “We’ve been working on the Bikes &
Bricks Street Party for many months, and we know those who come to
Bricktown won’t be disappointed.”
The last time the rally was held in Oklahoma City was in 1997.
Riding for a good cause in Hudson - MetroWest
Daily News - HUDSON — From Hudson to North Brookfield, listen for
the roar of motorcycle engines tomorrow as many as 100 bikers will make
the 80-mile roundtrip to raise money for an 11-year-old girl suffering
from cystic fibrosis.
For the past four years, Hudson AMVETS Post 208 has organized motorcycle
benefit rides through the back roads of central Massachusetts to raise
money for area Veterans Affairs (VA) hospitals.
When the group heard about a Hudson National Guardsman whose sister has
cystic fibrosis, they wanted to lend a hand, said Bill Rivers, AMVETS
Post 208 commander.
"We're trying to help the family out with any costs," Rivers said.
Cystic fibrosis is a genetic chronic disease that affects the lungs and
digestive system.
Rivers also said girl's family asked that her name not be published.
"It's a great cause," said Chuck Tagan, president of the AMVETS Post 208
Building Committee. "Every dime goes directly to the family."
Rivers said the event usually draws about 40 or 50 riders, but he
expects about 75 to 80 people to take part tomorrow.
"We've put a lot of work behind this for the past couple months," he
said.
The post held its first motorcycle benefit ride four years ago to raise
money to send a local color guard team to a competition in North
Carolina.
"I've seen other people do it, so I figured we should do it, too," Tagan
said.
Each year, the veterans select a family in need or another worthy cause
and holds the benefit ride to help, Tagan said. "We try to pick people
in town that are going through situations they don't want to be in."
Registration for the ride begins at 9 a.m. at the AMVETS Post on South
Street. The ride costs $20 for bikers and $5 for passengers. The bikers
will depart at 11 a.m. and ride about 40 miles to North Brookfield, then
return to the AMVETS Post for a barbecue, complete with music and
raffles.
Tagan said numerous local restaurants donated gift cards to be raffled
off at the barbecue.
"They (local businesses) always seem to step up to the plate for the
veterans," he said.
In addition to the annual benefit ride, post members also work with the
Home Alone program, which provides 900 meals to shut-ins and senior
citizens on Thanksgiving and Christmas.
Although the riders will enjoy cruising the back roads, Rivers and Tagan
said they look forward to raising money for a good cause.
"It's absolutely great," Tagan said. "You get such a warm feeling to see
a smile on someone's face who's having a tough time."
Ronald McDonald Ride Update - Review Messenger -
Greg Karvonen, organizer of the 8th Annual Ronald McDonald (RM) House
RIDE held June 13, reports that the ride has once again attained the
status of World’s Largest Motorcycle RIDE for the Ronald McDonald House
and the number one contributor to the RM house in Fargo, ND.
A total of 1,250 motorcycles took park in the ride, with $108,438.32
raised. The events also collected 1,110 gallons of pop tabs.
Karvonen again expresses thanks to the many individuals for their help
and support to this worthwhile cause.
Benefit Ride for the Foundation of the Blind - Benefit Ride for the
Foundation of the Blind*
Lincoln County High School
81 Lincoln Panther Way
Hamlin, WV 25523 export
Saturday-Sunday, June 27-28, at the football stadium. A Northern W.Va.
Bikers for Christ and Family Life Fellowship Bike Weekend. Free food and
drinks. Giveaways of Harley-Davidson motorcycle, custom built bicycle
chopper, gas cards and more. For more details, visit
www.bfcwv.org .
Cost: Free
Motorcyclist killed in crash, thrown into fence -
San Bernardino Sun - A motorcyclist was
killed Thursday after crashing into a dirt berm and being thrown 150
feet into a fence, officials said.
Brandin Lee Zantop, 30, of Joshua Tree was speeding on a 2006 Yamaha
bike south on Quail Springs Road when he missed a turn and drove off the
road, crossing a dirt shoulder and hitting an 18-inch-high berm,
California Highway Patrol officials said.
Zantop and his motorcycle were thrown into the fence of a backyard on
Elwood Avenue.
Although residents heard an "unusual noise" when Zantop is believed to
have crashed about 1:20 a.m., they didn't realize what had happened
until five hours later.
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