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Michigan Helmet law could be lifted……

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Nov 022011

Soon bikers in the state of Michigan may get the choice whether or not they choose to wear a helmet. Legislation passed the Michigan House 69-39 Wednesday afternoon. The bill will now go to the Michigan Senate. If it passes the Senate, it is unclear if Governor Rick Snyder would pass it. Similar attempts were vetoed by former governor Jennifer Granholm. If the legislation passes, it would allow riders 21 and older to go helmet-free if they meet required insurance and experience thresholds. Many bikers think it should be up to the biker whether to wear a helmet

No Colors, No Tattoos, To Loud, Really………..

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Aug 252011

Heads up New Hampshire riders…. we need your feedback! There’s pending legislation that needs your support! The alcohol commission is attempting to "force" bar owners to initiate a "NO COLORS, NO TRIBAL WORK, NO TATTOOS, etc." policy for bars in New Hampshire!! Rep Sherm Packard and Jenn Coffey are working to stop this. Please take a moment to respond to the poll below. Copy and paste your responses and email back to: jenn@jencoffey.com

Motorcycle Exhaust Decibel Testing for Maine

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Jun 202011

Motorcycle Exhaust Decibel Testing for Maine

Rogue-Sturgis Freedom Fighters -Motorcycle Hall Of Fame Member 2005-www.bikerrogue.com Maine has adopted a simple yet reliable testing procedure that allows motorcyclists to prove their bikes don’t violate Maine’s motor vehicle sound law, the American Motorcyclist Association (AMA) reports. Under a new law that went into effect on May 26, motorcyclists ticketed for excessive sound emitting from their motorcycle exhausts can go to a certified inspection station for sound testing. There, the exhaust system would be tested using the Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE) J2825 stationary sound testing procedure – "Measurement of Exhaust Sound Pressure Levels of Stationary On-Highway Motorcycles" – Read More>>>

Bill to repeal state’s helmet law makes it out of committee

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Apr 282011

Bill to repeal state’s helmet law makes it out of committee

Rogue -Sturgis Freedom Fighters -Motorcycle Hall Of Fame Member 2005 -www.bikerrogue.com By Anjeanette Damon (contact) Tuesday, April 26, 2011 | 2:01 a.m. Sen. Don Gustavson Carson City — They said it could never happen. Lobbyists would joke about it in the hallways. Legislators would privately roll their eyes each time the bill was introduced. Yet, session after legislative session — five to be exact — state Sen. Don Gustavson, R-Sparks, would push a bill to repeal Nevada’s motorcycle helmet law. And, session after session, Gustavson would watch the bill die in committee, never to see it make it to the Read More>>>

NEVADA MANDATORY HELMET LAW REPEAL

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Apr 232011

Rogue-Sturgis Freedom Fighters -Motorcycle Hall Of Fame Member 2005-www.bikerrogue.com There is currently a bill in the Nevada Legislature that would repeal that states Mandatory Helmet Law. It is Senate Bill 177. At this time there is a senator trying to keep it from going forwarded. I would like to suggest those living in Nevada contact their Senators at the addresses below. And ask them to vote for passage of this bill. I would also like to suggest that those not living in the state contact them and let them know you will not be visiting their state as long as Read More>>>

Florida Stiffer Penalties Bill

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Mar 232011

Information sent in from Rogue-Sturgis Freedom Fighters Motorcycle Hall Of Fame Member 2005 -www.bikerrogue.com In Reference to Florida Senate 2011 SB-608 FLORIDA STIFFER PENALTIES BILL – http://static.lobbytools.com/bills/2011/pdf/AS06081220.pdf Having dealt with both legislators and unions for many years I will start off by saying I think they are asking for to much and that will give them a point to negotiate to. Let’s ask for jail time though we know we are not going to get that and then we settle for the money which is what we are really after. When talking to legislators I am often asked: What is Read More>>>

Georgia motorcycle only checkpoints

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Feb 282011

Rogue-Sturgis Freedom Fighters -Motorcycle Hall Of Fame Member 2005 www.bikerrogue.com Now confirmed by two sources. Unless Georgia has an epiphany and realizing this will cost them much in court as of this date we have been assured they they are going ahead with their motorcycle checkpoints during daytona bike week. Suggest if you have friends coming through Georgia you contact them and let them know. Georgia motorcycle checkpoints confirmed-tracking update 3 Motorcycle only Checkpoint strategies for the individual there are rumors that some may film, photograph and protest these check points if dates and locations can be determined. We ourselves Read More>>>

Motorcycle Checkpoints May End Up in Supreme Court

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Feb 192011

Motorcycle Checkpoints May End Up in Supreme Court

Rogue,Sturgis Freedom Fighters ,Motorcycle Hall Of Fame Member 2005-www.bikerrogue.com Disputing the Constitutionality of Motorcycle Only Checkpoints NEW YORK, Feb. 18, 2011 /PRNewswire/ — Motorcyclists across the nation are awaiting a decision from the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of New York which they hope will declare New York’s “motorcycle only” roadway checkpoints to be unconstitutional. The case Wagner et al. v. The County of Schenectady, et al. could end up in the United States Supreme Court. The checkpoints, which target well-known motorcycle events, force motorcyclists traveling to and from those events to leave the roadway, regardless of any Read More>>>

Senators debate bill repealing motorcycle safety course reimbursement

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Jan 302011

Motorcycle safety education providers would no longer receive state reimbursement under a bill debated on general file Jan. 24. The Motorcycle Safety Education Fund currently receives $3 from the Highway Trust Fund for every motorcycle registered in the state and $3.50 from the Department of Motor Vehicles Cash Fund for each motorcycle operator’s license issued during the previous year. The fund is used to reimburse motorcycle safety course providers up to $75 for each student who successfully completes a course.

Motorcyclists gather at Capitol to lobby representatives

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Jan 262011

Motorcyclists gather at Capitol to lobby representatives

Sent in from Rogue Leather vests, chaps and blue jeans replaced standard business attire up and down the Capitol hallways Monday as motorcyclists from across Texas gathered to speak with their representatives about legislation affecting their freedoms and lifestyle. At the top of most motorcyclists’ agendas: helmet laws, profiling and a proposal to institute roadblocks to catch drunk drivers. Tom Cross hoped the group’s numbers — and perhaps their atypical Capitol attire — would bring their concerns to legislators’ attention. “These are our regular clothes for a lot of us,” the Orange-area resident said. “I wear these to church.”

A ruler who rules!

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Jan 062011

Checkpoint Warning in Las Vegas POLICE STATE When Las Vegas police failed to properly post a checkpoint warning sign the proper distance from a checkpoint, Weezy, a freedom fighter for civil liberties and civil rights activist held up a sign warning of the checkpoint ahead. Bad cops – No donuts. Weezy exercises his right to open carry, and also challenges mandatory helmet laws and other un-American police abuses. Here is a photo of a Bolt guy at a checkpoint. The signs in our state are supposed to be .25 miles from the point of the checkpoint. At this one they Read More>>>

This was just sent to me. This should apply to Motorcycle Stops as well.

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Nov 082010

Received from Rogue A civil liberties group filed a federal lawsuit Thursday challenging the use of "stop and frisk" searches by Philadelphia police, alleging that the policy is violating the rights of blacks and Latinos who have done nothing wrong. The American Civil Liberties Union of Pennsylvania filed the lawsuit on behalf of eight men – including a state lawmaker – it says were subjected to illegal searches since the city started using "stop and frisk." The searches have been a controversial element of Mayor Michael Nutter’s first term. In the lawsuit, the ACLU cites city data showing that 253,333 Read More>>>

State Of New York Steals Motorcycles

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Nov 062010

Received From Rogue New York State DMV steals motorcycles? November 4th, 2010 12:12 am ETDo you like this story? Wednesday, November 3, 2010, was an historic (half) victory for Mike Willig of Hudson Falls, New York, against the NYS Department of Motor Vehicles. Some background on Mike’s case, as excerpted from Hank McGrath’s previous article (see “NYS DMV Discrimination Against Bikers”):

OSHA Wants to Ban Motorcycles

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Oct 222010

Imagine if motorcycles did not exist and someone tried to bring them to market as a new, efficient, fun, space-saving form of transportation. They would never get even considered for government approval for sale. Notice that she was not teaching the kids how to do wheelies and burnouts (that’s our job) just riding along and someone in a truck caused the accident. People think she was the negligent one because she rode a motorcycle that day. At least OSHA was nice enough to not cite Tiffany or the school for her riding a motorcycle that day. I’ll get shit this Read More>>>

Florida Legislature Is In Session

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Mar 172010

From Our friend Rogue Like many areas of the country Florida’s Legislature is in session. That means there will be a lot of new laws proposed and passed. I try to pay attention to these proposed laws and how they will affect, motorcyclist, friends, family and me personally. I also try to let others know so that they can look at these proposed laws to see how they will affect them. There will always be different opinions and rightfully so and everyone should look at the pros and cons of each issue. Any law that is passed will affect all Read More>>>

Motorcycle Only Checkpoints

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Oct 272009

A good read from Rogue Lisa, Motorcycle Only Checkpoints are increasing around the country and are definitely a form of profiling. I thought you might be interested in what is going on in North Carolina.

This came from Cycle News Blog… I think it is great

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Apr 212009

This came from Cycle News Blog... I think it is great

Many are currently fighting the injustice of the CPSIA – which has banned the sale of youth OHVs – by going by the book to make their voices heard. But Malcolm Smith remembers a time when motorcyclists were rebels. He, and a number of others in the motorcycle industry, decided to take the rogue path and protest to the CPSIA in a more aggressive manner.

Stop The Insanity: Updated

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Feb 162009

The Consumer Products Safety Improvement Act of 2008 Could Be Devastating To All Joe Hawkins walked into his local dealership in Washington State, strolled up to the parts counter and told the salesman that he wanted to buy a throttle tube for this Kawasaki KLR650. He was told that couldn’t be done. Turns out the throttle tube on a KLR650 is the same as the throttle tube for a KX65. Huh? It all comes back to the recent legislation that imposes strict lead content guidelines on children’s toys. Kid’s toys, lead content… how does that relate to Hawkins and his Read More>>>

New Hampshire Riders Beware!

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Jan 172009

New Hampshire is trying to pass a bill for loud pipes. This could effect you the rider that enjoys and supports Laconia as well. Please read and tell a friend! HB 95, in my opinion, will be harmful to all who ride motorcycles. Below is the entire text of the bill. It is my hope that we can start gaining support for killing this bill. That support can come in one of two ways: 1. E-mail committee members (I’ve attached a word document with committee members and, if available, their e-mail addresses. 2. When a public hearing is held, have Read More>>>

Bikernet.com’s Keith Ball Heads Up Exploratory Motorcycle Action Committee as a Part of SEMA- First Official Meeting to be Held at V-Twin Expo In Cincinnati

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Dec 312008

Bikernet.com's Keith Ball Heads Up Exploratory Motorcycle Action Committee as a Part of SEMA- First Official Meeting to be Held at V-Twin Expo In Cincinnati

If there is one guy you want on your side , it would have to be Keith.This guy kicks ass and is committed to the fight Wilmington, California, December 30, 2008: Keith R. Ball, President of Bikernet.com has met with several industry leaders to investigate a Motorcycle Action Committee under SEMA. The tough economic times have made it obvious to him and several others that the motorcycle aftermarket industry needs to band together. SEMA, The Specialty Equipment Market Association, which is an aftermarket advocacy group for the Hot Rod and automotive industry, represent over 7,500 members. "Timing is everything," said Read More>>>

From the desk of TBear

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Dec 172008

Hi Lisa, REAL BIG ice storm here on Thursday night thru Friday. 1/2of New Hampshire Vermont and my area of NY had 1 ½ inches of ice causing massive power outages. We just got ours back but they say it will take up to a week for the rest of the area to get power back. Massive tree damage! Luckily you guys got out when you did. The BIG biker news is that NYC mayor BloomDick is trying to really stick it to biker, big time. Seems both he and his asswipe city councilman Peter Valone want to pass a Read More>>>

And It Continues…..Club Patch Bans & Seizure Strategy Spreading Across the Globe

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Nov 032008

Bikies to Be Stripped Of Colours, Insignia By Police The shit U.S. Feds have started on the West Coast to take patches through trademark seizures has already spread to Australia. Is Free Speech an endangered right for organized motorcycling? QUEENSLAND bikies have called a truce to discuss action over the State Government’s plan to strip them of their prized club colours and insignias. The Government is looking at a bold move adopted by U.S. authorities, who have sought a court injunction under forfeiture laws to seize the trademark on the name of the Mongols bikie gang. If successful, U.S. Read More>>>

Colors

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Oct 232008

We are all aware of the controversy that has been going on for a long time about Colors. Many places have refused to let people in wearing them. There will always be a discussion on if this is right or wrong. No matter what you think about the subject it has gotten out of hand. At Daytona Biketoberfest some places had signs “NO COLORS” it should be noted so as to not be prejudice to any certain group this pertained to everyone wearing a back patch. The Vietnam Vets who fought for our rights, Christian Motorcycle Association, Harley Owners Group Read More>>>

Trouble For Bikers In Florida

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Apr 082008

Here’s an excerpt from my friend Cyril’s blog www.cyrilhuzeblog.com. It was a response to a post from Pepper of the Sturgis Rally and needs your attention! …And speaking of freedom, let’s not forget the grassroots movement in this country, and around the world, who represent riders, who are generally unaware of the battles that are still being fought so they have the right to ride. Currently Florida is trying to pass legislation that will allow your motorcycle to be confiscated should you do something illegal. Not fine you, not take away your endorsement for six months, but confiscate your property. Read More>>>