Motorcycle News

The international Motorcycle Show is coming to Minneapolis, MN
Feb. 13-15, 2009. Last year some of our members made the trek north-
bound to see the show. Mark your calendars. It’s a good way to break
the winter blues……………………..

The motorcycle noise issue is raising its ugly head again, and No folks
it’s not just Harley’s. Many states and cities are monitoring motorcycle
noise, and it is evolving into a serious threat. Excess noise can result in
being pulled over and issued a ticket for up to $700 for not having
your exhaust to EPA standards. Worst case scenario is that motorcycles
would have to meet a much lower decibel limit. This new technology would
result in added weight and costs to bikes.
In Denver aftermarket pipes cannot exceed 82 decibels. New York City is
attempting to ban all motorcycles in certain areas of the city and from driving
in the HOV lanes on the freeways.

Speed….Speed….Speed The race is on for speed and the competition is fierce!
In 2006 Chris Carr in Denis Manning’s BUB No.7 set the world speed record at
350.884 MPH. In 2008 Sam Wheeler had a one way average of 352.00 MPH, but
at the same event Rocky Robinson piloted Mike Akatiff’s “Act Attack” to a two
way average of 360.913 MPH at Bonneville September 26. What speeds will 2009
bring? Time will tell.

More info coming…. Keep checking the Friendship Blog……