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1st Capitol Chapter 18th Annual VETS RUN – November 8, 2009

Hersey — Mon, 05 Oct 2009 00:48:02 +0000

The 1st Capitol Chapter ABATE of Virginia is proudly hosting the 18th annual VETS RUN – police escorted motorcade
JOIN WITH US AS WE HONOR THOSE WHO HAVE GIVEN SO MUCH FOR US
SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 8, 2009
Starting at the Newport News YMCA parking lot, 7827 Warwick Blvd to the Hampton Veterans Hospital
Registration begins at 10:30, ride to leave at 1:00 p.m. sharp

We are proud to say that we will be accompanied by such groups as recognized MC’s, Lo-Rider, Hot Rod, and Antique Car Clubs, as well as a myriad of motorcycles, cars, trucks, SUVs, everyone welcome.

$10.00 donation – all proceeds go into a Special Personal Needs Funds at the hospital
FOOD & LIVE MUSIC!!
This is an AMA sanctioned event
Call Gene at 757-903-6541 for more info

Attention Virginia Motorcyclists! – AMA Support Legislation

Hersey — Mon, 19 Jan 2009 20:12:24 +0000

Legislation of importance to all Virginia motorcyclists is has been introduced in the Virginia General Assembly

House Bill 1873, sponsored by Del. John Cosgrove (R-Chesapeake), would authorize the holder of a Virginia driver’s license who is a member, the spouse of a member, or a dependent of a member of the United States Armed Services to be issued a motorcycle endorsement by mail if the holder successfully completed a basic motorcycle rider course approved by the United States Armed Services and is stationed outside the Commonwealth of Virginia. [AMA SUPPORTS this bill]

House Bill 1906, sponsored by Del. Ward Armstrong (D-Martinsville), would permit motorcycles to be equipped with a brake light that varies in brightness for not more than five seconds upon applications of the brake(s). [AMA SUPPORTS this bill]

Senate Bill 115, sponsored by Sen. Ryan McDougle (R-Mechanicsville), would classify as a Class 1 misdemeanor any traffic signal violation that is the sole and proximate cause of death of another person. [AMA SUPPORTS this bill]

Senate Bill 556, sponsored by Sen. Mark Obenshain (R-Harrisonburg), would provide for a reckless driving conviction of a vehicle operator found guilty of certain right-of-way violations that result in death to another person. [AMA SUPPORTS this bill]

You can check the status and read the text of these bills at http://leg1.state.va.us.

Use the AMA “Issues and Legislation” area at http://www.amadirectlink.com/legisltn/rapidresponse.asp to learn who your elected officials are, then contact them to make your concerns known about the legislation above. Click on the “StateWatch” link to stay informed of legislation that could impact your right to ride. By entering your Zip +4 Code in the box provided, you’re just a few steps away from the contact information you need. Make a call, send a letter or email message, and/or visit your elected officials so they know your ride, you vote, and you care.

More On The Big Kahuna AMA Superbike Event August 15-17 At VIR

Hersey — Fri, 01 Aug 2008 18:37:37 +0000

DANVILLE, VA – Club Ferdinand, the world’s only “Fleet Sharing Club” composed exclusively of an extensive collection of Porsches is joining forces with The Mast Farm Inn once again to give three lucky fans the “stay and drive package” of a lifetime at The VIRginia International Raceway’s AMA Superbike Suzuki Big Kahuna Nationals.

The world famous Mast Farm Inn will host three lucky fans courtesy of Club Ferdinand after they attend the Big Kahuna at VIRginia International Raceway, August 15-17. Three lucky ticket purchasers will be selected to win a certificate good for two nights at the Inn, plus the use of one of the Club Ferdinand collection Of Porsches.

Read the Full Story here…

Big Kahuna Nationals AMA Superbike Event At VIR Gets A New Sponsor

Hersey — Wed, 18 Jun 2008 10:44:08 +0000

DANVILLE, VA – Motorex Oil of Switzerland has signed as the Official Oil of the Big Kahuna Nationals, featuring the AMA Superbike Championship presented by Parts Unlimited. Scheduled for the weekend of August 15-17 at VIRginia International Raceway, the “Big Kahuna” brings America’s best superbike racers together at one of the nation’s most challenging race tracks.

“Motorex USA is proud to support the Suzuki Big Kahuna AMA National at VIR,” commented Motorex National Sales & Marketing Manager Joe Hurd. “Joining Rock star and Suzuki as event sponsors was a natural fit because we have supported the Rock star Suzuki team of Spies, Mladin and Hayden for many years. We look forward to having Motorex at this big event and we are pumped to be able to get the brand in front of so many fans and on television!”

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