Monthly Archives: April 2012

“Willie G.” Retires Today from Harley-Davidson

Posted on April 30, 2012 by Admin

By Bud Wilkinson of RIDE-CT.com Willie G. Davidson, the grandson of company co-founder William A. Davidson, retires today from Harley-Davidson after a half-century of designing motorcycles. Rick Barrett of the “Journal Sentinel” in Milwaukee spoke with the 78-year-old Davidson on … Continue reading →

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The Shop in Winsted Celebrates Opening

Posted on April 28, 2012 by Admin

By Bud Wilkinson of RIDE-CT.com It was a perfect day for riding and an upbeat destination was The Shop in Winsted – Keith Bruno’s repair and  service center which officially opened at its new location at 920 Main Street after … Continue reading →

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Safe Riding: “The Pace” Is A “Must-Read”

Posted on April 28, 2012 by Admin

By Steve Smith of RIDE-CT.com People pursue the art of riding in different ways. Some casually glide along the boulevard or back roads, while others enjoy the adventure of dual sport and off road, carving mountainous curves of asphalt ribbons … Continue reading →

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Harley Sales Strong in First Quarter

Posted on April 26, 2012 by Admin

By Bud Wilkinson of RIDE-CT.com Harley-Davidson had a strong first quarter of 2012. The company released statistics on Wednesday, which showed that profits were up 44 percent. Net income rose to $172 million, or 74 cents per share, up from … Continue reading →

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CT Rider Killed, MA Driver Charged

Posted on April 24, 2012 by Admin

By Bud Wilkinson of RIDE-CT.com A 75-year-old woman from Ludlow, MA has been charged with vehicular homicide and failure to yield to an approaching vehicle following an accident Saturday afternoon that killed 36-year-old motorcyclist Bradford R. Storozuk of Stafford Springs, … Continue reading →

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Oil Drippings: News and Opinion

Posted on April 23, 2012 by Admin

By Bud Wilkinson of RIDE-CT.com Eight surgeries and more than $1 million in medical bills later, Stephen A. Petruska of Dudley, MA is now talking about the accident last April 29 that changed his life forever. Petruska, 26, was riding … Continue reading →

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On Two Wheels: Planning a Benefit Ride

Posted on April 22, 2012 by Admin

By Tim Aloisio of RIDE-CT.com Just about everybody that rides motorcycles has, at one time or another, probably participated in some type of benefit ride or poker run to raise money for a worthwhile organization or some deserving family or … Continue reading →

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Harley Seized for Drunken-Driving Offenses

Posted on April 21, 2012 by Admin

By Bud Wilkinson of RIDE-CT.com Police in Vermilion, OH are auctioning off a 2009 Harley-Davidson Softtail that was seized after its owner was arrested for drunken driving for the third time. State law allows for the confiscation of vehicles if … Continue reading →

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Carly Pulls Out Her Leathers…

Posted on April 19, 2012 by Admin

By Bud Wilkinson of RIDE-CT.com Her name is Carly Foulkes. She’s the Canadian model-actress who looks stunning in pink sun dresses in numerous commercials for T-Mobile. However, she’s now donning leather for a new commercial which puts her on two … Continue reading →

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Audi Announces Acquisition of Ducati

Posted on April 18, 2012 by Admin

By Bud Wilkinson of RIDE-CT.com German carmaker Audi AG announced this afternoon that it is acquiring Ducati. In announcing the deal, Audi chairman of the board of management Rupert Stadler said, “Ducati is known worldwide as a premium brand among … Continue reading →

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