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July 2015Volume 69, Number 7Published by theAmerican Motorcyclist Association13515 Yarmouth Dr.Pickerington, OH 43147(800) AMA-JOIN (262-5646)www.americanmotorcyclist.com

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10. LETTERS12. VIEWPOINT 14. RIGHTS34. HALL OF FAME42. AMA VINTAGE MOTORCYCLE

DAYS: ITS COMING!45. EVENTS CALENDAR54. GUEST COLUMN

PAGE 32. Steve Reichman started riding at the age of 46. Hes not stopping anytime soon.

Steve Reichman

NAVIGATIONSTREET COVER

Alicia Mariah Elfving would like to see more women riding motorcycles. We agree. Read more on page 22.

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Michelle Lindsay, team owner, and Scott Harwell, team manager, are keeping the TOBC racing dream alive.

Excessive motorcycle sound continues to a ect all of our rights. Heres an

update on the issue. See page 38.

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PROTECT YOUR DATAReading the article Know Your Policy

in April issue of American Motorcyclist, everyone should have been hit by an absolute truth. Insurance companies will use the information in electronic data recorders to discredit the owner of the motorcycle and the policy that insures the

motorcycle, saving the insurance company money.

For years Ive been advising people that 1) motorcyclists do not have the same coverage that most other road users have, no-fault coverage, and 2) motorcyclists are not at fault in most crashes.

In New York, ABATE is pushing a bill to make insurance companies include an explanation in plain terms that motorcycles are not a party to no-fault coverage in the policy (Assembly Bill

3232).Motorcyclists need to wake up and

understand how changing technology is a ecting us. Motorcyclists cannot a ord to get lost in the ne print of an insurance policy or the data stored in bit form inside a box we own but dont understand.

Peter Campanella Regional CoordinatorABATE of New York

AWARENESS MATTERSMy sincere thanks for publishing Jim

Witters article on Motorcycle Awareness Month. The content is relevant for riders, drivers and all road users.

Regarding the issue of distracted driving related to the use of hand-held devices: It seems to me the technology must exist to prevent this from occurring. My understanding is many (most?) modern smart phones have a GPS function built in. Given that, manufacturers should be able to engineer in a feature that prevents

MEMBER LETTERS

Letter of the Month

ENJOYING MEMBERSHIPDuring my 52 years of life, I have

ridden motorcycles on dirt and street, ATVsyou name it. I have to confess, until the last three years, I was not an AMA member despite many years of getting the mailings.

I cant believe the amazing bene ts and all the AMA does to protect our right to ride, product evaluations, reports on old bikes from yesteryear, etc. Our sport is such a sisterhood and brotherhood of enthusiasts, and the AMA makes it so much better. I love the magazine too.

Thanks for being there for all of us!

Alan L. RudyCanby, Ore.

certain functions from being operable when the device is detected to be moving at a speci ed speed. If texting and/or talking were disabled in this fashion, users would have no option to be irresponsible in those ways while driving.

Dave MurrayBeaverton, Ore.

QUIET PIPES PROTECT RIGHTSI would have no problem with the fee

increases at the national parks if it could be successful in discouraging the entry of a number of the loud-pipe set. Ive encountered numerous occasions when their noise has broken the tranquility of the park setting. It may be additional fees now and if that fails to reduce the racket and the number of complaints, eventually we motorcyclists may be all lumped together (loud and quiet). Because of the actions of the few, we could see a universal ban from the parks.

Jim Eden eldFort Worth, Texas

REJECTING ETHANOLI just read the letter by Michael Preston,

Where Are The Savings, in the June 2015 issue. He is right on the money and I agree 100 percent, but he left out one point.

According to everything I have researched, ethanol-blended fuel also produces approximately 7 percent more greenhouse gases than pure gasoline. In the past couple of years, I have written to all of my elected representatives, the governors of Maryland, past and present, pointing out that ethanol-blended fuel makes absolutely no sense, and should be banned outright. All of the points made by Mr. Preston I also have veri ed through trial and error.

I only use pure gasoline in all of my gasoline-powered equipment. Doing so has eliminated the yearly maintenance or replacement.

The only conclusion I can make, for the continued production of ethanol, is the ethanol lobbyists must be donating billions of dollars to our elected representatives, or the Environmental Protection Agency.

I urge everyone to contact their representatives and tell them to ban ethanol, or the next election we will vote someone else in. Sooner or later, they will get the message, and we will get rid of all ethanol-blended fuel.

Jim JordenAMA Life MemberSt. Marys City, Md.

Letters to the editor are the opinions of the AMA members who write them. Inclusion here does not imply they re ect the positions of the AMA, its sta or board. Agree? Disagree? Let us know! Send your letters to [email protected]; or mail to 13515 Yarmouth Drive, Pickerington, OH 43147.

use the information in electronic data recorders to discredit the owner of the motorcycle and the policy that insures the

smart phones have a GPS function built in. Given that, manufacturers should be able to engineer in a feature that prevents

ridden motorcycles on dirt and street, ATVsyou not at fault in most crashes.

to make insurance companies include an explanation in plain terms that motorcycles are not a party to no-fault coverage in the policy (Assembly Bill

3232).Motorcyclists need to wake up and

name it. I have to

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and street, ATVsyou

FIRST RIDE MEMORIESThe Kawasaki Z1-R featured in

your May 2015 issue reminds me of my rst ride on a motorcycle. I was a passenger on the back of a friends Z1. When said friend cracked open the throttle, it was like time and space warped. Id

never before, and rarely since, felt such a surge of pure acceleration.

After that ride, I knew motorcycles would have to become a part of my

life, and here we are 35 years later and Im still riding. What a bike. Thanks

for bringing back a very fond memory.

Frank L. Cranky Frankie PalmeriSchenectady, N.Y.


MEMBERSHIP HAS ITS PRIVILEGESBelonging For The Benefi ts

Like many AMA members, there is probably a very speci c reason you joined the associationand chances are, that reason has a lot to do with the type of motorcycling activity you enjoy most.

One of the most signi cant bene ts of AMA membership is the opportunity to participate in a wide variety of motorcycle competition. Racing has long been a major membership channel for the AMA. Even though less than 20 percent of our membership is made up of current active racers, many of our members initially found their way to the AMA through the racing channel. That is to say, they joined in the rst place to race and, although they have stopped competing, they remain active motorcyclists and continue to belong to the AMA to take advantage of the other great bene ts of AMA membership.

First and foremost, these members continue to belong to the AMA to support our e orts to protect the future of motorcycling. Unfortunately, the right to own and ride a motorcycle isnt enumerated in the Bill of Rights as a protected activity. That means that we, as motorcyclists, must remain ever vigilant to prevent the infringement of government at all levels on our freedom to ride. Whether it be the closing of our favorite public o -road riding area, the proliferation of motorcycle-only checkpoints, or the mandated expansion of unsafe fuels with ever-increasing percentages of engine-harming, warranty-voiding ethanol, motorcycling is under constant assault from policy makersthe majority of whom dont ride.

I always say that if the AMA didnt exist today, it would have to be invented because there is no other national grassroots organization that looks out for the interests of all motorcyclists. Yes, there are many groups that represent various segments of motorcycling, but none represents all types of motorcyclists like the AMA does, and none has the presence and in uence that the AMA has staked out collectively on behalf of motorcyclists.

There are some in our riding community who dont belong to the AMA because they gure the AMA will protect their right to ride whether they belong or not. They are leaving it up to you, our dues-paying AMA members, to fund the protection of their motorcycling interests.

Among them are some who work in the motorcycle industry. It is amazing to me how many people who rely upon motorcycling and its future for a paycheck but dont belong to the AMA. Next time you are transacting business with someone in the motorcycle industry, I encourage you to ask them if they belong to the AMA. If they are not a member, ask them why not and tell them what they are missing.

That said, a great many businesses do support the AMA. There are dealers that provide discounts to AMA members and some that generously give an AMA membership with the purchase of every new motorcycle. There are even companies that ensure that all of their employees are AMA members, and there are a growing number of companies in the motorcycle industry that support the AMA as business members.

Many of those business members are also member bene t providers who o er discounts to individual AMA members. While we strive to provide the best value to AMA members, you may be able to nd a better deal if you apply yourself. If you do nd a better deal than an advertised AMA member bene t, please let us know and we will bring it to the attention of our bene t providers. We may not always be able to negotiate a better deal, but this will certainly help us evaluate the value of those member bene ts.

I encourage you to support businesses that support the AMA. If you dont know if a company supports the AMA, ask them about it. Please also let them know how important their support of the AMA is to you and that you prefer to do business with companies that support the AMA.

One of the greatest member bene ts that the AMA provides is our industry-leading AMA Roadside Assistance program. Unlike the product discounts o ered by our member bene t partners, the AMA Roadside Assistance program is paid for by the AMA. It is provided at no additional cost to AMA members who sign up for automatic renewal because it is funded in part by the savings from not having to mail renewal notices.

Despite our best e orts, I am surprised by the number of members who arent aware of their eligibility for this great program. It is amazing how many members dont sign up for AMA Roadside Assistance because they think they are covered by their insurance carrier, their auto club or by some other means. I am quite certain that those other means do not o er the same coverage as the AMA Roadside Assistance program. You owe it to yourself to compare the coverage you think you have with AMA Roadside Assistance.

The AMA program covers not only your motorcycle, but also every vehicle registered to your household, including those of family members living with you. It also includes non-commercial trailers and RVs! I am also quite certain that you will not nd this coverage for less than the price of an AMA membership. In fact, similar coverage will likely cost you multiples of the cost of an AMA membership. Its simple to sign up. Just call us at (800) 262-5646.

The bene ts of belonging to the AMA are as varied as our members: nationally sanctioned racing, AMA Roadside Assistance, access to money-saving o ers, supporting your industry andmost importantlyprotecting your freedom to ride. These bene ts also grow as the AMA grows.

Our clout comes from our numbers. Working together, we can build a stronger AMA for this and future generations of motorcyclists.

Rob Dingman is president and CEO of the AMA.

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ITS IN THE DETAILS.

You know every inch of your bike. Not just the engine size, or the color code of the paint. Its the special details that only you know about. Like the way the exhaust opens up just right at 3,200rpm. Or that scuff on the footpeg you picked up while riding through Deals Gap.

Its the details that make your bike unique, and no one knows this more than GEICO. With GEICO Motorcycle insurance, youll get coverage speci c to your bike, and a team of people who love motorcycles as much as you do.

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MAINE RIDERS GET CLEAR LICENSING GUIDELINESDual Sports Can Be Legally Registered For Street And Trail Use

Maine o -road motorcyclists and dual sport riders now have clear-cut guidelines for using the states designated all-terrain-vehicle trails and private dirt roads, thanks to the e orts of the AMA and the AMA-chartered Maine Dual Sport & Dirt Bike Association.

Maines ATV trails encompass the roughly 6,500 miles of trails that have been mapped, designated and supported by the state Department of Agriculture, Conservation & Forestry. Private dirt roads are owned by individuals or by industrial forest or agricultural companies. The roads provide access for their owners and, often, recreational use for others.

Dual sport riders rely heavily on the goodwill of landowners, large and small, to allow us to use their dirt roads, as they do passenger vehicles, so long as we follow their rules regarding o road and trail use, says Steve Salisbury, AMA government relations manager for o -highway issues. Unfortunately, Maine is struggling with changes to its longstanding open lands tradition as a result of changing ownership patterns and a handful of irresponsible recreational users abusing trail rules.

The AMA and the MEDSDBA worked with state o cials for months seeking clari cation of the rights of riders on street-registered motorcycles.

The state Department of Motor Vehicles and the Department of Inland Fisheries & Wildlife concur that dual sport motorcycles can be legally dual-registered for street use and as ATVs for o -road riding.

If your dirt bike is legally registered for the road, you can operate on ATV trails if the landowner lets you, says Cpl. Rick La amme, landowner relations o cer for the Department of Inland Fisheries & Wildlife. Some landowners and managers require ATV registrations, even though it may not be a requirement of the law, and if you operate a street-legal dirt bike on their land, you could be summonsed for trespassing if you are not registered as an ATV.

Brian Pratt, MEDSDBA president, recommends registering your dual sport motorcycle with an ATV sticker if you intend to ride on the state ATV trails.

FOUR QUESTIONS WITH U.S. REP. DOUG LAMBORN

Supporting Volunteer Trail LaborAs a motorcyclist since high school,

U.S. Rep. Doug Lamborn, who represents Colorados 5th Congressional District, knows the importance of on- and o -highway issues to riders.

The Republican lawmaker has a history of support for motorcyclists rights, including stands against motorcycle-only checkpoints and National Highway Tra c Safety Administration lobbying e orts to convince state lawmakers to enact mandatory helmet laws.

Lamborn is a member of the House Committee on Natural Resources and chairman of the subcommittee on Energy and Mineral Resources. He took a moment to share some of his views.

AMERICAN MOTORCYCLIST: What is your favorite place to ride? REP. LAMBORN: Out in the country near Colorado Springs.

AM: What are you views regarding responsible use of public lands for motorized recreation? DL: Public lands should support many uses, including, except for rare cases, motorized recreation.

AM: Please share your thoughts on H.R. 845, which would allow the U.S. Forest Service to use more volunteer labor for trail maintenance. DL: This is good legislation, which I have cosponsored, that will mobilize manpower to maintain trails that the U.S. Forest Service cannot currently maintain. The National Forest System Trails Stewardship Act would allow more volunteer e orts to assist the Forest Service in maintaining its 157,000 miles of trails. The Forest Service is only able to maintain to standard about one quarter of the total miles of trails used for hiking, biking and other activities while close to two-thirds of the trails receive no maintenance at all.

AM: What else would you like to convey to AMA members? DL: Stay involved with your elected o cials, and enjoy safe and memorable motorcycle excursions!

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You know every inch of your bike. Not just the engine size, or the color code of the paint. Its the special details that only you know about. Like the way the exhaust opens up just right at 3,200rpm. Or that scuff on the footpeg you picked up while riding through Deals Gap.

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RIDE TO WORK DAY IS JUNE 15Annual Event Highlights Motorcyclings Positive Aspects

The 24th Annual International Motorcycle & Scooter Ride to Work Day will be observed on June 15.

Organizer Andy Gold ne, a former AMA board member and founder of Aerostich/RiderWearHouse, says the number of motorcyclists and scooter riders on the roads that day likely will be double the norm.

For hundreds of thousands of workers, motorcycles and scooters are an economical, e cient and socially responsible form of mobility that saves energy, helps the environment and provides a broad range of other public bene ts, Gold ne says.

The event draws the attention of government o cials, employers, media

outlets and other daily commuters, alerting them to the bene ts of

daily motorcycle use.This additional attention

a ords motorcyclists the opportunity to initiate discussions about important issues, such as parking restrictions, lane splitting and

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More information is available at www.ridetowork.org.

SENATORS INTRODUCE DRIVER PRIVACY ACTBill Would Ensure Black Box Data Belongs To Vehicle Owner

U.S. Sens. John Hoeven (R-N.D.) and Amy Klobuchar (D-Minn.) have introduced S. 766, the Driver Privacy Act. The bill would codify that information collected by an event data recorderalso referred to as a black boxwould be the legal property of the owner or lessee of a passenger motor vehicle.

The AMA supports clarifying who owns the data collected in black boxes.

This issue needs to be resolved because, as Sen. Hoeven said on the oor of the U.S. Senate: There are more than 45 di erent data points that are in fact recorded right now. Again, the manufacturer can change thisadd to it. There are no limitations or restrictions or guidelines or requirements on what manufacturers can have the event data recorder do.

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AMA LOBBIES FOR RENEWABLE FUEL STANDARD REFORMSeeks Support For Bill In Congress

AMA sta members were hard at work on Capitol Hill in April, seeking co-sponsors and additional support for a bill that would reform the Renewable Fuel Standard and limit availability of ethanol fuel blends higher than 15 percent.

H.R. 704, introduced by U.S. Rep. Bob Goodlatte (R-Va.), would amend the federal Clean Air Act to eliminate certain requirements under the renewable fuel program. It also would prohibit the EPA

from approving gasoline that contains more than 10 percent ethanol by volume.

The lobbying e ort was part of the National Renewable Fuel Standard Day of Action, organized by the Smarter Fuel Future coalition. The AMA is a

member of the coalition, which also includes environmentalists, farmers, consumer and taxpayer advocates, oil re ners and anti-hunger activists.

The AMA opposes the spread of E15 fuel in the marketplace because the formulation is not approved for use in

any of the estimated 22 million motorcycles and all-terrain vehicles currently on U.S. roads and trails. Its use can void manufacturers warranties and cause engine damage.

EPA SETS RENEWABLE FUELS TIMELINEProposal Due in June; Final Rule Due In November

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency accepted a settlement with the American Petroleum Institute and Fuel & Petrochemical Manufacturers that calls for the federal agency to establish Renewable Fuel Standard requirements by Nov. 30 for 2015 and for 2014.

The settlement stems from a March 18 lawsuit led by oil industry groups over

the EPAs failure to meet congressional mandates.

Under the agreement, the EPA pledged to propose the 2015 RFS mandate by June 1 and re-propose the 2014 mandate to re ect the

volume of renewable fuels actually blended in 2014.

The Renewable Fuel Standard establishes the minimum volume of biofuels to be used in the fuel supply.

HAMPTON TOWNSHIP, PA., ENACTS ANTI-OHV LAW

Restrictions Ban Use On Less Than Three Acres

The Hampton Township, Pa., Council unanimously approved an ordinance that restricts the use of dirt bikes, all-terrain vehicles, snowmobiles and go-carts to parcels of three acres or more and prohibits riding within 250 feet of a neighboring home.

Vehicles may be ridden only from 10 a.m. until 6 p.m. Violators are subject to nes of $1,000 or 90 days in jail. The ordinance is e ective immediately.

The AMA, working with the Pennsylvania O -Highway Vehicle Associoation, used e-mail Action Alerts to

help raise attendance at public meetings and joined local residents to try to prevent the township from enacting such harsh restrictions. The original proposal called for a minimum of ve acres for OHV use.

AMA representatives Steve Salisbury and Joshua Habursky traveled to a meeting in March and provided written comments stating that the existing sound ordinance su ciently protected nearby residents when OHVs were in use.

Salisbury also says the ordinance runs counter to state vehicle statutes.

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CLEAR CREEK BILL INTRODUCED IN HOUSEProposal Would Reopen Area To OHVs

A bipartisan bill introduced by U.S. Rep. Sam Farr (D-Calif.) would reopen the Clear Creek Management Area in California for o -highway-vehicle use.

The bill, H.R. 1838, is co-sponsored by U.S. Reps. Je Denham (R-Calif.) and David Valadao (R-Calif.).

In 2008, the U.S. Bureau of Land Management closed the CCMA due to concerns about high levels of naturally occurring asbestos. Upon further investigation, these concerns turned out to be unwarranted.

This 75,000-acre site was once considered to be one of the premier OHV recreation sites in the country and received thousands of visitors annually.

The e ect of this bills passage would be a signi cant boost for the economies of local communities and for recreational opportunities for OHV riders across the West.

U.S. Rep. Sam Farr (D-Calif.)

which also includes environmentalists, farmers, consumer and taxpayer advocates, oil re ners and anti-hunger activists.

The AMA opposes the spread of E15 fuel in the marketplace because the formulation is not approved for use in

any of the estimated 22 million motorcycles and all-terrain vehicles currently on U.S. roads and trails. Its use can void manufacturers warranties and cause engine damage.

American Petroleum Institute and Fuel & Petrochemical Manufacturers that calls for the federal agency to establish Renewable Fuel Standard requirements by Nov. 30 for 2015 and for 2014.

The settlement stems from a March 18 lawsuit led by oil industry groups over

the EPAs failure to meet congressional mandates.

Under the agreement, the EPA pledged to propose the 2015 RFS mandate by June 1 and re-propose the 2014 mandate to re ect the

volume of renewable fuels actually blended in 2014.

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FLORIDA GETS 27 MILES OF NEW OHV TRAILS

Public Riding Area Opened In April

A 27-mile network of o -highway-vehicle trails has opened in the 210,423-acre Blackwater River State Forest near the town of Milton in Northwest Florida.

Local riders have been working on the project since 2004.

The Clear Creek O -Highway Vehicle Trailsnot to be confused with Californias Clear Creek Management Area mentioned elsewhere in this issueo ers switchback trails through the woods, beginner-friendly tracks and a youth training area.

The facility was funded through OHV title fees, along with about a $300,000 grant from the Federal Highway Administrations Recreational Trails Program and donations from OHV manufacturers Yamaha Motor Corp. U.S.A. and Polaris Industries Inc.

FEDERAL BILL TO BAN MOTORCYCLE-ONLY CHECKPOINTS REINTRODUCEDProposal Also Would A ect Helmet Laws

U.S. Rep. Jim Sensenbrenner (R-Wis.) has reintroduced H.R. 1861, the Stop Motorcycle Checkpoint Funding Act.

The bill would prohibit the U.S. Department of Transportation from awarding grants to state or local entities to create motorcycle-only checkpoints and would ban the DOT from using federal money to manipulate states into enacting mandatory helmet laws.

The bill contains the same funding-prohibition language as legislation introduced by Sensenbrenner in the previous Congress.

This bill also contains language that would force the U.S. Department of Transportation to focus motorcycle safety e orts on crash prevention programs.

AMA RECOGNIZES CONGRESSIONAL SUPPORTD.C. Sta Members Present 42 Awards

The AMA honored 42 members of the 113th Congress in April for their support of motorcyclists rights and issues of importance to motorcycling.

The awards were presented at a ceremony organized by the AMA at the Rayburn House O ce Building in Washington, D.C.

U.S. Rep. Tim Walberg (R-Mich.), former Arkansas Rep. and current Arkansas Lt. Gov. Tim Gri n (R), and Sens. Jeanne Shaheen (D-N.H.) and Joe Manchin III (D-W.Va.) were recognized as AMA Heroes. Hero awards are presented for extraordinary e orts to support motorcyclists and motorcycling.

The four legislators scored highest in the AMAs rankings on issues a ecting motorcyclists because each of them assumed a leadership role. Walberg opposed the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Preventions mission creep into motorcycle safety. Gri n co-chaired the Congressional Motorcycle Caucus and was an outspoken motorcycling advocate,

hosting the rst ever Ridin with your Rep town hall meeting. Shaheen led the e ort to ban the use of federal funds for motorcycle-only checkpoints and supported the Recreational Trails Program. Manchinalso a ridertied for the highest score in the Senate and has been a staunch supporter of motorcyclists rights for many years.

The AMA also recognized 15 Champions for outstanding e orts to advocate for motorcyclists and motorcycling. Another 23 lawmakers received AMA Supporter awards for their positions on motorcycling issues.

To download the full list, see www.americanmotorcyclist.com/2015awards.aspx.

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ALABAMAH.B. 198, sponsored by state Reps. Alan Harper (R-Aliceville), Mike Ball (R-Madison), Phillip Pettus (R-Killen) and Randy Wood (R-Anniston) would prohibit all forms of distracted driving that result in the unsafe operation of a vehicle. This could include reading, writing, personal grooming, interacting with pets or using a wireless telecommunications device. Under existing law, texting while driving is prohibited.The state House passed a bill that would require motorcyclists to take a safety course or written test to obtain a Class M endorsement on their licenses. Alabama is the only state that does not require an endorsement for motorcycle operators. The law would not affect riders who already hold a Class M endorsement voluntarily.GEORGIAThe General Assembly passed a bill that would allow a motorcyclist to proceed through a red light if his or her bike fails to trigger the traffic signal. The bill was sent to the governor.KENTUCKYThe General Assembly passed, and the

governor signed, a bill that provides motorcyclists with an affirmative defense should a law enforcement officer issue a traffic citation for passing through a red light when their bikes fail to trigger the traffic signal. Kentucky is the 16th state to pass this type of legislation.MAINEH.P. 622, presented by state Rep. Kevin J. Battle (R-South Portland), would allow motorcyclists to proceed through a red light

after a reasonable time, if the motorcycle fails to trigger the traffic signal.

MASSACHUSETTSH.B. 3313, introduced by state Rep. Shaunna OConnell (R-Taunton) and state Sen. Joan Lovely (D-Salem) would require all political subdivisions in the state to allocate reasonable space and accommodations for motorcycle parking in all transportation facilitieswhere any federal, state or local public funds have been used to build, operate or maintain the facility. Additionally, the bill would prohibit any motorcycle parking bans.MISSOURIThe Missouri House voted 95-57 to repeal the states helmet law and require helmets only for those younger than 21 years. The bill was referred to the state Senate.PENNSYLVANIAH.B. 950, sponsored by state Rep. Stephen Bloom (R-Cumberland County) would allow the driver of a motorcycle to proceed through an intersection after exercising due care when a red light failed to trigger.H.B. 374, introduced by 11 state representatives, would prohibit law enforcement officers from conducting systematic vehicle inspections based only on a particular type of vehicle, such as a motorcycle.RHODE ISLANDS. 660 states that, by 2020, nearly every new vehicle sold will be a technologically connected vehicle. The bill would require automakers to notify motorists of the types of information that a vehicle is collecting and with whom it could be shared, helping protect consumers privacy. Sens. Dominick Ruggerio (D-North Providence), Maryellen Goodwin (D-Providence), Michael McCaffrey (D-Warwick), Joshua Miller (D-Cranston) and Stephen Archambault (D-Smithfield) introduced the bill.

STATEWATCHOHV COMMUNITY GETS WIN IN CALIFORNIA DUST ISSUE

Lawsuit Targeted San Luis Obispo County PermitsThe Friends of Oceano Dunes won its

appeal challenging the San Luis Obispo County Air Pollution Control Districts attempts to control air emissions in state parks by requring the parks to apply for a permit from the district.

The countys dust rule required the California Department of Parks and Recreation to reduce the particulate matter blowing from the Oceano Dunes State Vehicular Recreation Area or face

fines of $1,000 a day.The 2nd Appellate Court in Ventura,

Calif., ruled that the district has no authority to use the permit process to regulate air emissions at state parks.

AMA Western States Representative Nick Haris says the county was ignoring all of the particulate matter in the air generated by other sources and instead requiring the SVRA to mitigate it as if it was the only source.

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Motorcycle ShippingRide Where You WantIn the United States, call Federal Companies, an agent for Specialized Transportation, Inc., at (877) 518-7376 for at least $60 o standard rates. For international shipments, call Motorcycle Express at (800) 245-8726. To get your discount, be sure to have your AMA number handy. Motorcycle Express also o ers temporary international insurance.

Car RentalsSave Money When You DriveGet up to 25% o prevailing rates at any Avis or Budget car rental agency. For Avis, enter discount code: D388100. For Budget, enter code: Z942000. AMA Members save up to 25% on year-round Hertz rentals with discount code CDP# 497193.

AMA Gear Buy AMA Stu OnlineFind unique patches, pins, posters, T-shirts and books at AmericanMotorcyclist.com and at the AMA Motorcycle Hall of Fame in Pickerington, Ohio. Details at www.MotorcycleMuseum.org.

Rider Accident Medical PlanAll members of the AMA are eligible to purchase coverage. Bene ts are paid when a covered member is injured. See http://www.americanmotorcyclist.com/Membership/Members_Only/DiscountCodes for details.

Insurance, Credit Card, Finance and BankingThe AMA has joined with Nationwide to bring members-only money-saving o ers on insurance, a cash-back AMA-themed credit card, nance and banking. For more details see, www.nationwide.com/americanmotorcyclist.

THE ESSENTIALS

HOW YOUR AMA MEMBERSHIP PAYS FOR ITSELF

PRODUCT DISCOUNTS

ActionStation/Bohn Body ArmorSave 10% on complete product lineplus bonus. Go to www.actionstation.com/ama/ and use coupon code AMAB4U at checkout. AMA Members also receive exclusive discounted pricing on the Bohn Bodyguard System at www.bohn-armor-pants.com/ama/.

ADVMotoAdventure Motorcycle Magazine o ers a 20% discount on all subscriptions through AdventureMotorcycle.com and 20% o ADVMoto branded items and back issues on ADVMotoShop.com. Enter discount code AMADV20 at checkout.

AMA Motorcycle Hall Of FameSave $5 on admission to the AMA Motorcycle Hall of Fame at AMA headquarters in Pickerington, Ohio.

powered by AMA/Sprocketlist Online Classi edsAMA members can place free ads in the AMA member classi eds at AMA.Sprocketlist.com or AmericanMotorcyclist.com > Classi eds.

AMA Supercross And AMA Arenacross TicketsSave on advanced tickets; AMA members can get $5 o when they buy tickets online at Supercrossonline.com and use password SXAMA5. AMA members can get $5 o when they buy tickets online at Arenacross.com and use password AMA5OFF. Certain restrictions apply, call (800) 262-5646 for details.

Anthonys LeatherworksSave 10% on complete motorcycle garment restoration and repair. You can get your motocross boots xed from MX Boot Resole and Repair. Use code AMADISCOUNT at checkout.

Biker Rain ChapsSave 25%. Visit www.bikerrainchaps.com/ama/ and use the code AMA-0515-MDAY at checkout to receive your discount.

Black Wolf MototoursBlack Wolf Mototours o ers all-inclusive dual sport adventure tours in the Northern Rockies. Current AMA members receive 10% o any guided tour. Visit the Members Only section of AmericanMotorcyclist.com for discount code.

Brooks LeatherAMA members receive a 10% discount o all jackets, chaps, vests, rain suits, race suits, and gloves. You can shop online at www.brooksleather.com or at any participating Brooks dealer. Just present the code AMABRO when ordering.

Cardo Systems, Inc.10% discount for AMA members when presenting their membership card on Cardos scala rider motorcycle communication products at participating authorized dealers only.

Colorado Motorcycle AdventuresColorado Motorcycle Adventures o ers AMA Members 10% o all motorcycle rentals and tours! Mention your AMA Membership when reserving your rental or tour. A current AMA Membership card required to receive discount.

Design Engineering, Inc.DEI is now o ering AMA members a 10% discount. Simply enter the discount code AMA10DISCOUNT during checkout.

EVS SportsAMA Members receive 10% o and free shipping on all orders. Simply use the code AMAEVS15 during checkout at www.EVS-Sports.com.

Gear BrakeGEARBRAKE detects when you decelerate, even in instances of downshifting and engine braking where the brake is not applied, and automatically lights your taillight with a ashing alert! AMA members receive a 15% discount at gearbrake.com with the promo code: AMASAFE.

Heat DemonAMA members receive 10% o all products. Visit www.heatdemon.com/AMA and use the code AMAheat15 at checkout to receive your discount.

International Motorcycle ShowsAMA members save on advanced adult one-day general admission. The promo code is AMA15 when you buy your tickets online from www.motorcycleshows.com.

LifeLock Identity Theft ProtectionGet 30 free days and 10% o . Use promo code AMACYCLE at www.LifeLock.com or by calling (800) 543-3562.

MAD MapsThe best routes made easy. Save 20%. Use promo code AMATHXU at www.MADmaps.com.

MedjetLearn More and Enroll visit www.MedjetAMA.com or call Medjet at 1.800.527.7478 and reference American Motorcyclist Association. Reduced annual Medjet membership rates for AMA members under age 75 start at $225 a savings of 16%.

MYLAPSMYLAPS provides a 20% discount o MSRP or any current sales price on web-orders or orders coordinated by the AMA for all Motorized Products to AMA members. To receive the discount, enter code AMA-789HJK at checkout.

Powertye Tie-DownsSave 10%. Enter code TYES4AMA at checkout from www.powertye.com/ama.

Rider MagazineMembers pay only $19.99 for 2 years (24 issues) + 2 extra FREE issues. Visit the Members Only section on www.AmericanMotorcyclist.com for the discount link.

RoadRUNNER Motorcycle Touring & Travel magazineRoadRUNNER Motorcycle Touring & Travel magazine o ers a 20% subscription discount to AMA members. RoadRUNNER is the touring expert of North America, providing information on the best places to ride. AMA discount code is CRIAMA at www.roadrunner.travel/promo/ama.

Sams ClubAs an AMA Member, you can join or renew your Sams Club membership and receive a $10 gift card (for a Sams Savings membership) or a $25 gift card (for a Plus membership) using a special members-only certi cate. Visit the Members Only section on www.AmericanMotorcyclist.com to download the coupon.

Schampa Cold-Weather GearSave 15%. Enter SCHAMA during checkout at www.Schampa.com.

SenaThe Global Leader in Bluetooth and Audio Action Camera Innovation for Powersports, Motorsports and Outdoor Sports is now o ering AMA members an exclusive 15% discount on its product lineup. Log into the Members Only section on the AMA website to get the code and #RideConnected.

Shark KageA multi-functional ramp which adds the functionality of a bed extender, cargo cover, work table, cargo box and sunshade; all-in-one product! Enter code AMA20 to take advantage of the AMA exclusive 20% discount.

Shock SoxStreet ~ Dirt ~ O -Road ~ SHOCK SOX, The 10-Second Removable Fork Seal Protector. Get 10% o your order by entering your AMA number during checkout at ShockSox.com. For colors, sizes and model-applications, visit www.ShockSox.com

Spot LLCAMA Members receive unprecedented and exclusive service credit on SPOT Spot Trace, Gen 3, and Satellite Phone products in addition to existing device promotions. Visit the Members Only section on www.AmericanMotorcyclist.com to view details.

TomTomTomTom would like to o er you a 10% discount on any TomTom Product (excluding accessories). Visit www.tomtom.com to place your order and enter AMA10_TT2015 at check out to receive your discount.

US ChromeAMA Members save big at US Chrome! We o er a $30.00 discount on cylinder plating and Dealer Pricing on Wiseco, Wossner, ProX and Vertex piston kits. For more information visit the Members Area of the website.

Warm & SafeHeated clothing and controllers designed by bikers. To encourage others to join the AMA we o er members an 18% discount. Enter AMA at check out to receive your discount.

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Watch this space for updates about your valuable benets as an AMA member.AMA REWARDS

Are You Covered? Value Your CostAmerican Motorcyclist magazine $19.95 IncludedAMA Roadside Assistance $104 Included*Unlimited Classied Ads On The AMA Website $40 IncludedAMA Online Road And Trail Guide $19 IncludedAMA Member-Only Website $75 IncludedHotel And Motel Discounts (Choice Hotels, Red Roof Inn) $40** Up To 20% OGear Discounts (BikeBandit.com, Schampa, Heat Demon And More) $187.50*** Up To 25% OProtecting Your Right To Ride Priceless IncludedYour Membership Dues $49Total Membership Value $490.45

*with membership automatic renewal**average cost of $100/night stay 2 nights***average $750 per year expenses on gear/parts/accessories

AMA Roadside AssistanceThe Best Deal In TowingGet peace of mind with AMARoadside Assistance, which coversall your vehicles, as well as those ofyour family members living with you.Best of all, you can get this coverageat no additional charge. For details,call (800) 262-5646.

LodgingSave At Choice Hotels, Motel 6, RedRoof InnAt Choice hotels, save 15% o thebest available rates at participatingComfort Inn, Comfort Suites, QualityInn, Sleep Inn, Clarion, MainStaySuites, Suburban Extended Stay,Rodeway Inn and Econo Lodgehotels. Use the Member Discountcode #00947556.

Special discounts at Motel 6 arealso available up to 10% o. Use theMember Discount code CP540176.

Plus, get a 20% discount o availablerates at Red Roof Inn. For discounts,call (800) RED-ROOF and use thecode VP+ 503343. You can also makereservations online at www.redroof.com. Just enter the code VP+ 503343in the eld labeled VP+/ID# whenmaking reservations. The discount willbe automatically applied.

EagleRider MotorcycleRentalsArrive And RideEagleRider oers an AMA memberdiscount of 10% (May throughOct) or 15% (Nov. through April)discount on Harley-Davidson,Honda, BMW and Polaris rentals andtours. Call (888) 900-9901 or bookat www.AmericanMotorcyclist.com/Membership/EagleRider.aspx, usingdiscount code AMA015.

Motorcycle ShippingRide Where You WantIn the United States, call FederalCompanies, an agent for SpecializedTransportation, Inc., at (877) 518-7376for at least $60 o standard rates. Forinternational shipments, call MotorcycleExpress at (800) 245-8726. To get yourdiscount, be sure to have your AMAnumber handy. Motorcycle Express alsooers temporary international insurance.

Car RentalsSave Money When You DriveGet up to 25% o prevailing rates atany Avis or Budget car rental agency.For Avis, enter discount code:D388100. For Budget, enter code:Z942000. AMA Members save up to25% on year-round Hertz rentals withdiscount code CDP# 497193.

AMA GearBuy AMA Stu OnlineFind unique patches, pins,posters, T-shirts and books atAmericanMotorcyclist.com and atthe AMA Motorcycle Hall of Fame inPickerington, Ohio. Details at www.MotorcycleMuseum.org.

Rider Accident Medical PlanAll members of the AMA areeligible to purchase coverage.Benets are paid when a coveredmember is injured. See http://www.americanmotorcyclist.com/Membership/Members_Only/DiscountCodes for details.

Insurance, Credit Card,Finance and BankingThe AMA has joined with Nationwideto bring members-only money-saving oers on insurance, acash-back AMA-themed creditcard, nance and banking. For moredetails see, www.nationwide.com/americanmotorcyclist.

THE ESSENTIALS

HOW YOUR AMA MEMBERSHIP PAYS FOR ITSELF

PRODUCT DISCOUNTS

ActionStation/Bohn Body ArmorSave 10% on complete product lineplus bonus. Go to www.actionstation.com/ama/ and use coupon code AMAB4U at checkout. AMA Members also receive exclusive discounted pricing on the Bohn Bodyguard System at www.bohn-armor-pants.com/ama/.

ADVMotoAdventure Motorcycle Magazine o ers a 20% discount on all subscriptions through AdventureMotorcycle.com and 20% o ADVMoto branded items and back issues on ADVMotoShop.com. Enter discount code AMADV20 at checkout.

AMA Motorcycle Hall Of FameSave $5 on admission to the AMA Motorcycle Hall of Fame at AMA headquarters in Pickerington, Ohio.

powered by AMA/Sprocketlist Online Classi edsAMA members can place free ads in the AMA member classieds at AMA.Sprocketlist.com or AmericanMotorcyclist.com > Classieds.

AMA Supercross And AMA Arenacross TicketsSave on advanced tickets; AMA members can get $5 o when they buy tickets online at Supercrossonline.com and use password SXAMA5. AMA members can get $5 o when they buy tickets online at Arenacross.com and use password AMA5OFF. Certain restrictions apply, call (800) 262-5646 for details.

Anthonys LeatherworksSave 10% on complete motorcycle garment restoration and repair. You can get your motocross boots xed from MX Boot Resole and Repair. Use code AMADISCOUNT at checkout.

Biker Rain ChapsSave 25%. Visit www.bikerrainchaps.com/ama/ and use the code AMA-0515-MDAY at checkout to receive your discount.

Black Wolf MototoursBlack Wolf Mototours o ers all-inclusive dual sport adventure tours in the Northern Rockies. Current AMA members receive 10% o any guided tour. Visit the Members Only section of AmericanMotorcyclist.com for discount code.

Brooks LeatherAMA members receive a 10% discount o all jackets, chaps, vests, rain suits, race suits, and gloves. You can shop online at www.brooksleather.com or at any participating Brooks dealer. Just present the code AMABRO when ordering.

Cardo Systems, Inc.10% discount for AMA members when presenting their membership card on Cardos scala rider motorcycle communication products at participating authorized dealers only.

Colorado Motorcycle AdventuresColorado Motorcycle Adventures oers AMA Members 10% o all motorcycle rentals and tours! Mention your AMA Membership when reserving your rental or tour. A current AMA Membership card required to receive discount.

Design Engineering, Inc.DEI is now o ering AMA members a 10% discount. Simply enter the discount code AMA10DISCOUNT during checkout.

EVS SportsAMA Members receive 10% o and free shipping on all orders. Simply use the code AMAEVS15 during checkout at www.EVS-Sports.com.

Gear BrakeGEARBRAKE detects when you decelerate, even in instances of downshifting and engine braking where the brake is not applied, and automatically lights your taillight with a ashing alert! AMA members receive a 15% discount at gearbrake.com with the promo code: AMASAFE.

Heat DemonAMA members receive 10% o all products. Visit www.heatdemon.com/AMA and use the code AMAheat15 at checkout to receive your discount.

International Motorcycle ShowsAMA members save on advanced adult one-day general admission. The promo code is AMA15 when you buy your tickets online from www.motorcycleshows.com.

LifeLock Identity Theft ProtectionGet 30 free days and 10% o . Use promo code AMACYCLE at www.LifeLock.com or by calling (800) 543-3562.

MAD MapsThe best routes made easy. Save 20%. Use promo code AMATHXU at www.MADmaps.com.

MedjetLearn More and Enroll visit www.MedjetAMA.com or call Medjet at 1.800.527.7478 and reference American Motorcyclist Association. Reduced annual Medjet membership rates for AMA members under age 75 start at $225 a savings of 16%.

MYLAPSMYLAPS provides a 20% discount o MSRP or any current sales price on web-orders or orders coordinated by the AMA for all Motorized Products to AMA members. To receive the discount, enter code AMA-789HJK at checkout.

Powertye Tie-DownsSave 10%. Enter code TYES4AMA at checkout from www.powertye.com/ama.

Rider MagazineMembers pay only $19.99 for 2 years (24 issues) + 2 extra FREE issues. Visit the Members Only section on www.AmericanMotorcyclist.com for the discount link.

RoadRUNNER Motorcycle Touring & Travel magazineRoadRUNNER Motorcycle Touring & Travel magazine oers a 20% subscription discount to AMA members. RoadRUNNER is the touring expert of North America, providing information on the best places to ride. AMA discount code is CRIAMA at www.roadrunner.travel/promo/ama.

Sams ClubAs an AMA Member, you can join or renew your Sams Club membership and receive a $10 gift card (for a Sams Savings membership) or a $25 gift card (for a Plus membership) using a special members-only certicate. Visit the Members Only section on www.AmericanMotorcyclist.com to download the coupon.

Schampa Cold-Weather GearSave 15%. Enter SCHAMA during checkout at www.Schampa.com.

SenaThe Global Leader in Bluetooth and Audio Action Camera Innovation for Powersports, Motorsports and Outdoor Sports is now oering AMA members an exclusive 15% discount on its product lineup. Log into the Members Only section on the AMA website to get the code and #RideConnected.

Shark KageA multi-functional ramp which adds the functionality of a bed extender, cargo cover, work table, cargo box and sunshade; all-in-one product! Enter code AMA20 to take advantage of the AMA exclusive 20% discount.

Shock SoxStreet ~ Dirt ~ O -Road ~ SHOCK SOX, The 10-Second Removable Fork Seal Protector. Get 10% o your order by entering your AMA number during checkout at ShockSox.com. For colors, sizes and model-applications, visit www.ShockSox.com

Spot LLCAMA Members receive unprecedented and exclusive service credit on SPOT Spot Trace, Gen 3, and Satellite Phone products in addition to existing device promotions. Visit the Members Only section on www.AmericanMotorcyclist.com to view details.

TomTomTomTom would like to oer you a 10% discount on any TomTom product (excluding accessories). Visit www. tomtom.com to place your order and enter AMA10_TT2015 at check out to receive your discount.

US ChromeAMA Members save big at US Chrome! We oer a $30.00 discount on cylinder plating and dealer pricing on Wiseco, Wossner, ProX and Vertex piston kits. For more information visit the Members Area of the website.

Warm & SafeHeated clothing and controllers designed by bikers. To encourage others to join the AMA we oer members an 18% discount. Enter AMA at check out to receive your discount.

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GROWING OUR RANKSAMA Get Women Riding Campaign Targets New Riders

The more people who ride, the better motorcycling is for all of us.

More of us on the roads and trails means greater awareness among non-motorcyclists, more political clout to defeat unfair laws, a bigger claim to public resources and, of course, more enjoyment of the motorcycle lifestyle.

This can happen in two ways.First, those who ride can ride more. AMA Go

Ride! Month in April and Ride to Work Day on June 15the latter created and promoted by 2013 AMA Dud Perkins Lifetime Award recipient Andy Gold neare examples of campaigns focused on existing riders.

Second, we can encourage others to join our ranks. That is the goal of the AMA Get Women Riding Campaign.

The AMA Get Women Riding Campaign promotes motorcycling to women of all ages. It is inspired by the memory of Jeanne Clendenon, a proli c motorcyclist and AMA member. Clendenon, who passed away in 2011, was a member of the Retreads Motorcycle Club and earned many riding awards, including completing the U.S. Four Corners Tour in 21 days.

The AMA Get Women Riding Campaign includes a series of videos promoting motorcycling as well as expanded online content. In addition, a May 9 event at AMA headquarters in Pickerington, Ohio, introduced motorcycling to dozens of new riders.

Although motorcycling is a fun and accessible choice, riders must prepare with respect to proper training, safety and, of course, bike considerations, says AMA Board of Directors Chair Maggie McNally-Bradshaw. As true as that is for all motorcyclists, its

even more true for women riders. Women and girls face additional di culties nding bikes and gear that t them, getting certain salespeople to take them seriously andthe big oneovercoming the nagging societal stereotype among some that motorcycling is primarily for men. The AMA Get Women Riding Campaign will help change that.

The AMA has a long history of welcoming women to motorcycling, from its early a liation with the Motor Maids, a premier motorcycling group for female riders, to hosting more recent international conferences designed speci cally for women. The AMA Get Women Riding Campaign in

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