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Organized by Delicate Promotions , the FIM sanctioned AMA Land Speed Grand Championship returns to the Bonneville Speedway near Wendover , Utah , on Aug . 25-30 . Also known as the Bonneville Motorcycle Speed Trials , the event features both American and international amateur land speed racing competitors vying for AMA and FIM records .
Who Wants to Rumble at the S & S Ranch ?
Hamburg based German retail multiple Detlev Louis is celebrating its 80th anniversary . Bought by U . S . investor Warren Buffett ’ s Omaha , Nebraska headquartered Berkshire Hathway investment conglomerate in 2015 , Louis started out as a motorcycle enthusiasts ’ shop in Hamburg in 1938 and today has more than 80 stores in Germany , Austria and Switzerland with online retail operations throughout Europe .
The German Institute for Service Quality examined 1,145 brands and companies from 53 industries for consumer satisfaction levels , and Harley-Davidson was the winner in the Mobility category – ahead of the likes of BMW and Yamaha .
Taiwan has announced that it is to phase out gasoline powered motorcycles by 2035 – five years earlier than gasoline powered cars . With a population of just 23 million people , Taiwan is reported to have some 14 million motorcycles .
British three-wheel sports tourer manufacturer Morgan Motor Company , which uses U . S . made S & S X-Wedge 60-degree V-twin engines in its core models , is thought to be close to production of an all-electric Roadster in partnership with Frazer- Nash Energy Systems , owner of the legendary British Bristol Cars marque .
To celebrate its 60th anniversary , S & S Cycle is staging a ‘ Rumble At The Ranch ’ Hooligan Flat Track Race and Party on a new custom laid out track that is being prepared on property adjacent to its facility in Viola , Wisconsin , on September 23rd . At the site of a former horse racing track that hasn ’ t been active since the 1930s , the single-day “ celebration of internal combustion happiness ” will take place on a track that is being prepared by seasoned professionals and featuring a class structure that only the Midwest can pull off ( Hooligan Lawnmower Racing anyone ?).
CLASS Hooligan Shootout
Margie Smith Invitational / Women ' s
Boonie Bike Brawl / Pull Start
Hooligan Lawn Tractor
Pit Bike Pillage / 100cc
Pre-registration is required and in addition to the Hooligan Lawn Tractor class , there is a Hooligan Shootout for 1986 and newer stock framed Twins of at least 750 cc ( no dirt bikes , no pros ); Margie Smith Invitational / Women ’ s Race - riders must be 12 years or older but must be 14 or older to ride 450 cc – the bikes must be full framed and have brakes ; the Boonie Bike Brawl / Pull Start for 18 year old plus racers of rigid rears with 12-inch wheels and removable or foldable footpegs ; and the Pit Bike Pillage / 100 cc for riders 14 years or older , racing stock framed 4- strokes up to 125 cc . All riders must wear boots that at least cover the ankles , gloves , full face helmets , eye protection and long sleeves . No knobbies are allowed and all bikes must have a kill switch - front brake calipers and levers must be removed . Watch out for more ‘ Rumblings ’ from the Official Wisconsin Petrol Heads Club soon and more news about other ways that S & S has devised to mark its 60th anniversary .
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DESCRIPTION
Riders must be 18 years or older . Modern ( 1986 and newer ) stock framed twins . 750cc minimum . No dirt bikes . No Pros .
Riders must be 12 years and older . Must be 14 years old to ride 450cc . No brakeless bikes . Bikes must be full framed .
Riders must be 18 years or older . Pull start . Rigid rear . 12 inch wheels . Foldable or removable left peg .
Engine size is unlimited . Riders must be 18 years of age at the event . Rear brakes are mandatory .
100cc Four Stroke Riders must be 14 years or older . Up to 125cc 4 stroke engine . Stock frame .