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Harley threatens to leave Wisconsin
Source: Insidebikes | Carole Nash » Bike News - Friday, 6th August 2010, 9:11 GMTHarley-Davidson could be set to end 107 years of manufacturing at its Wisconsin home after reportedly telling employees that the company will look to relocate if it cannot find costs savings at its Milwaukee HQ. Associated Press in the US reports that Harley-Davidson had warned employees in April that it will move its Wisconsin manufacturing operations elsewhere if it cannot cut millions of dollars at the factories, although its operational HQ is likely to remain at the site where it was founded in 1903. Harley chief executive Keith Wandell said the company will make its decision on whether to move in the next two months, although Harley executives are already scouting out locations in other states. The company, he said, would also be open to incentives to keep the 1,630 manufacturing jobs in Wisconsin. The announcement is the latest proposed change in recent years for the troubled American manufacturer, which was hit hard by the economic recession due to combination of slow sales and toxic debts. Last year, Harley-Davidson sold the Buell sports motorcycle brand and announced plans lay-off 2,800 workers and relocate the largest of its three plants in York, Pennsylvania. Read article
Harley ends sidecar production
Source: Insidebikes | Carole Nash » Bike News - Monday, 2nd August 2010, 8:57 GMTHarley-Davidson has announced that it will be discontinuing the production of sidecars, bringing an end to 96 years of offering a third wheel. The American manufacturer has confirmed that it will no longer be offering a sidecar as an optional extra for any of its models with immediate effect, with production of sidecars ceasing completely in early 2011. The company, which cited falling demand for the decision, has offered a sidecar option since 1914 but orders have fallen dramatically since the introduction of Tri-Glide family of trikes. The decision also comes as the troubled manufacturer continues to restructure its business in light of the economic recession. Harley has already announced plans to lay off up to 2,800 staff and relocate its largest of three plants in York, Pennsylvania. All existing orders for sidecars will be honoured and Harley-Davidson will continue to support its dealer network and support for sidecar owners’ warranties as well as supply service parts and technical support. Read article
Tracker backs charity bike relay
Source: Insidebikes | Carole Nash » Bike News - Saturday, 24th July 2010, 1:26 GMTOn September 4th and 5th 2010, bikers from around the UK will be taking part in a charity ‘Burgan’ Relay in support of raising money for Afghan Heroes. The route, which consists of 60 legs, will go anticlockwise around the UK passing through major towns and cities*. The ‘Burgen’ (army rucksack), which has been taken on a number of tours of duties in Afghanistan and Iraq, will be relayed from biker to biker and members of the public will be able to track its progress online through technology provided by fleet tracking experts, TRACKER Network (UK) Limited, The first event of its kind, the aim is to create the biggest motorbike relay in the UK to raise as much money as possible for these brave soldiers and help all those who have been injured or lost loved ones. Andy Whaites, a father of a soldier in the British Armed Forces and the organiser of the event is calling on all bikers and biking communities to get involved to make it a success and to raise as much money as possible. Andy Whaites comments, “It is an issue close to my heart as my own son has been a soldier in the British Armed Forces for over nine years, and you hear and see the effects of the war firsthand. We already have 300 bikers signed up and are asking anyone who has a motorbike to get involved and make this a monumental weekend.” For more information on how you can join in or support this great cause Join the events facebook page ‘BIKERS NATIONAL BURGEN RELAY 4/5 SEPTEMBER 2010′ or follow on twitter BurgenRelayuk Donations can be made online at bmycharity.com/V2bikersnationalburgenrelay Real Time Tracking of the Burgen’s progress once the event is underway will be provided by TRACKER Network (UK) Limited at www.tracker.co.uk and click on the Afghan Heroes - Burgen Relay link * Kings Lynn, Bourne, Salford, Newark, Worksop, Doncaster, Leeds, York, Thirsk, Middlesbrough, Sunderland, Newcastle, Alnwick, Berwick-upon-Tweed, Dunbar, Edinburgh, Glasgow, Crawford, Lockerbie, Carlisle, Penrith, Kendal, Lancaster, Preston, Warrington, Stoke-on-Trent, Wolverhampton, Worcester, Gloucester, Cardiff, Bristol, Western-Super-Mare, Taunton, Barnstable, Bude, Newquay, Penzance, Truro, Bodmin, Plymouth, Exeter, Lyme Regis, Dorcester, Poole, Portsmouth, Arundel, Brighton, Hastings, Dover, Faversham, Dartford, Southend-On-Sea, Colchester, Ipswich, Thetford, Cambridge, Peterborough. Read article
New Silverstone given royal seal of approval
Source: WORLDSBK.COM | NEWS - Friday, 30th April 2010, 11:03 GMTHis Royal Highness the Duke of York, KG, UK Special Representative for International Trade and Investment was the special guest of the Silverstone circuit on 29 April as the new-look racetrack was officially unveiled in front of 500 guests. The next stages of the circuit's impressive development programme are still ongoing but the layout of the 3.66 mile (5.89 km) circuit is now complete. Infront Motor Sports CEO Paolo Flammini was also present at the launch of the new circuit, and he will return with the entire WSBK circus for the British round of the series, on Sunday 1 August. Amidst a host of stars from four-wheeled racing, current WSBK leader Leon Haslam joined his father Ron on track to represent the World Superbike class, which will be one of the cornerstones of Silverstone's 2010 race calendar. Read article
New Silverstone Circuit Opened
Source: Insidebikes | Carole Nash » Bike News - Friday, 30th April 2010, 9:19 GMTSilverstone Circuit was officially re-launched yesterday following the completion circuit modifications to the Grand Prix circuit. With Silverstone due to host Formula One, MotoGP and World Superbikes this season, the circuit has undergone a complete overhaul with the construction of a new “Arena” section, making the circuit more suitable for motorcycle racing and bringing the venue closer to the standards demanded by F1 promoter Bernie Ecclestone. His Royal Highness the Duke of York, KG, UK Special Representative for International Trade and Investment, formally cut the ribbon to open a major new section of track that represents the first stage of a multi-million pound investment in the circuit, becoming an honorary member of the BRDC in the process. Former F1 World Champion, and President of the BRDC, Damon Hill OBE, David Coulthard and the motorcycling father-and- son combination of Ron and Leon Haslam, representing the worlds of MotoGP and World Superbikes, were all on hand to open the new circuit. “I am very pleased to accept the honorary membership from the BRDC, but perhaps not qualified to do so,” said His Royal Highness the Duke of York. “I am here because high performance engineering is a major contributor to the United Kingdom economy and that engineering prowess is regularly on display in the highest level of motor sport that takes place at Silvertsone. I am delighted to be here. The future, I hope, continues to be rosy, not only for Silverstone and motor sport, but for the UK’s high performance engineering sector.” “This is a very proud day for Silverstone Circuit and the BRDC,” added Damon Hill. “The new section of track and improvements made elsewhere to the circuit are fantastic. “These changes provide not only a stunning new driving challenge but will also lead to an enhanced spectator experience and provide great flexibility in terms of the different layouts that we can now use. “Thanks and praise for the impressively quick construction work must go to the Silverstone management, led by Neil England and Richard Phillips, and the whole team involved. I would also like to thank His Royal Highness the Duke of York for taking the time to visit us today in his role as UK Special Representative for International Trade and Investment. His presence underlines the scale of the UK motor racing industry and its importance to the economy. “Silverstone is a cornerstone of the success of the industry and the BRDC will continue to develop the circuit to ensure that Britain has a world class home for motor sport and related technology.” For Richard Phillips, Managing Director of Silverstone Circuits Limited, today’s launch represents an important stepping stone in the redevelopment of Silverstone. “This new Grand Prix track combined with the redevelopment of Stowe Circuit and facilities, that were also completed this year, are a very exciting part of our overall redevelopment plan,” he said. “Work has already started on a new pit and paddock complex that will be completed in 2011 and we feel we are well on the way to being one of the best motor sport facilities in the world for competitors, organisers and spectators alike. “2010 is an extremely important year for the circuit with Formula One being re-joined by MotoGP and World Superbikes on our calendar. It is going to be exciting to watch those races played out on this stunning new circuit.” Read article
Get £5 off tickets for Boorman Show
Source: Insidebikes | Carole Nash - Monday, 15th February 2010, 13:30 GMTCharley Boorman, star of ‘Long Way Round’, ‘Long Way Down’, ‘Race To Dakar’ and ‘By Any Means’ is taking his live tour to a theatre near you and as a Carole Nash customer, you can claim an exclusive discount on tickets for his UK & Ireland tour. Charley will be showcasing exclusive videos - some of which have never been seen on TV, and giving frank accounts of his motorcycling adventures on his tour across the UK and Ireland this year, this night with Charley is going to be one to remember! Fans will also get the opportunity to ask questions and chat to Charley - as well as get their books or DVD autographed at the end of the night. Simon Pavey, the BMW Dakar Legend and director of the BMW Off Road School, will also be on stage discussing his own amazing life together with his experiences in Charley’s TV shows. Carole Nash customers can claim their discount simply by visiting www.ticketmaster.co.uk/charleyspecial and selecting their tickets for any one of the 30 shows, which starts on February 22 in Milton Keynes. The full tour schedule is: February 22 - Milton Keynes: The Stables 23 - Buxton: Opera House 24 - Glasgow: Pavilion 25 - Middlesbrough: Town Hall 26 - Newcastle: Journal Tyne 27 - Warrington: Parr Hall March 2 - St Albans: Alban Arena 3 - Cambridge: Corn Exchange 4 - Bournemouth: Pavilion 5 - Wolverhampton: Civic Theatre 6 - Birmingham: Alexandra 8 - York: Grand Opera House 9 - Leicester: Athena 10 - Sheffield: Memorial Hall 11 - Brighton: Dome 12 - Nottingham: Concert Hall 13 - Blackburn: King George’s Hall 15 - Tunbridge Wells: Assembly Hall 16 - Coventry: Warwick Arts Centre 17 - Peterborough: The Cresset 18 - Bradford: St George’s Hall 19 - Aylesbury: Civic Theatre 20 - Manchester: Palace Theatre 21 - Blackpool: Grand 23 - Derby: Assembly Rooms 24 - Cardiff: St David’s Hall 25 - Basingstoke: The Anvil 26 - Southampton: Guildhall 27 - Grimsby: Auditorium 28 - Dublin: Vicar Street Read article
