The Cycle World International Motorcycle Shows^® brings the hottest rides on two wheels to Chicago, at the Donald E. Stephens Convention Center Friday, February 19 through Sunday, February 21. This 12-city nationwide tour is an all access pass to the world of motorcycling with hundreds of the latest street bikes, dirt bikes, cruisers, scooters and ATVs for both new and experienced riders. Several manufacturers will showcase hot new models including the 2010 Kawasaki Z1000 Street Supersport, 2010 Ducati Hypermotard, 2010 Star Raider, 2010 Harley-Davidson Fat Boy Lo, 2010 Honda VRF1200F and more. Showgoers will also enjoy the latest fuel efficient transportation options with hundreds of vehicles that get 50-plus miles to the gallon - there has never been a better time to ride! From the thrilling Ducati Freestyle Team to autograph signings with top TapouT-sponsored Ultimate Fighting Championship^® (UFC) Fighters, the Cycle World International Motorcycle Show offers something for everyone.

“Chicago locals will be treated to an up-close look at hundreds of the latest motorcycles under one roof and access to the best on-site show discounts on apparel, gear accessories and more,” said Group Show Director Jeff D’Entremont. “In addition to checking out all the latest motorcycles, gear and accessories, the Cycle World International Motorcycle Shows is the best place to get a deal on the great place to spend the day hanging out and taking in bikes with thousands of local riders.”

Following is a brief description of the exciting features coming to the Donald E. Stephens Convention Center:

• New 2010 Motorcycle Unveilings - Catch several bikes being unveiled for the first time ever, live at the show.
  • Custom Builder Dave Perewitz to unveil 2010 Pro-Street Allstate Sweepstakes Custom Motorcycle on Friday, February 19, at 5:30 p.m., on The Hub stage.
  • American Honda to unveil the all new Moto2 bike, the MD600 in the Honda display on Friday, February 19, at 3:45 p.m. This Morowaki - CBR600RR Honda-powered bike will be the new bike used by all competitors in the 2010 Moto2 series, the class that leads into Moto GP as it replaces the old 2 stroke 250cc class.
  • Ducati to unveil the 2010 Hypermotard 1100EVO SP in the Ducati display on Friday, February 19, at 4 p.m.
  • Custom Builder Nick Anglada, Yamaha, Silver Star Clothing and World Renowned Tattoo Artist Franco Vescovi have collaborated to create a Southern California Rat Rods and Low Rider inspired bike to pay tribute to Silver Star Clothing - a bike you have to see to believe! This one-of-a-kind piece of art will be unveiled on Saturday, February 20, at 11 a.m., in the Yamaha display. Immediately following the unveiling, MMA Professional Fighter Clay “The Carpenter Guida will be in the display signing autographs.
• Ducati Freestyle Team - Motorcycle fans are sure to be thrilled by performances from 2008 XDL Freestyle National Champion Nick Brocha. This action-packed stunt show will feature dazzling stunts on a Ducati Monster motorcycle including synchronized wheelies, power slides, endos, headstands and more.
• TapouT Friday Night Fights - TapouT’s counterculture will come alive at the show where attendees can meet and get autographed photos from TapouT-sponsored UFC fighters Brock Larson and Patrick Barry, watch previous UFC fights and select episodes of TapouT’s original reality TV-series on big screens and check-out the custom TapouT tribute Suzuki Hayabusa built by VooDoo Industries.
• Bikes & Beats presented by TapouT - This all-new lifestyle entertainment element mixes music and motorcycles like never before. The latest in moto-fashion will be showcased by hot models and dancers during a high-

energy fashion show hosted by 2008 BusaBeat Champion MC Jason Pigg. Bikes & Beats will also feature a collection of the hottest, never-before-seen custom sportbikes and v-twin motorcycles.

• Cycle World’s Editor-at-Large Peter Egan to discuss his extensive experience building, riding and writing about motorcycles on The Hub stage, Friday, February 19, at 7 p.m. and Saturday, February 20, at 10:30 a.m. and 1 p.m.
• All-New Women’s Center - Both new and experienced women riders will enjoy the Women’s Center with gear from Cortech, Icon, Joe Rocket, Shift, Thor and Tourmaster to try on; motorcycles to sit on; and experts from the Women’s Motorcycling Foundation available to answer questions and introduce new riders to the world of motorcycling.
• Explore Motorcycling Welcome Center - The Welcome Center is the inviting home to a surplus of information for new riders, as well as a place to ask questions and learn about motorcycle safety, and local riding clubs - the perfect stop for those interested in or new to two wheels. This feature area will also house floor plans, exhibitor lists, show schedules and serve as an ideal introduction to the world of motorcycling.
• The Hub Brought to you by Allstate Motorcycle Insurance - A high-energy stage will be jam-packed with great speakers presenting a variety of motorcycling topics for both new and experienced riders including advanced riding techniques, dual sport riding, helmet fit, riding schools, long distance touring and more. Seminars will be led by industry experts including Lee Parks, Lee Parks Design; Bruce Porter, Arai Helmet Company; Sue Slate, Women’s Motorcyclist Foundation; and more.
• 2Wheel Tuner Model Search Presented by LeoVince - Models will compete live, on-stage in a Q&A session, bikini contest and photo shoot for the chance to win a personal feature in 2Wheel Tuner Magazine. Winner will be announced on Sunday.
• History of Motorcycles - This retro showcase returns with an expanded collection of rare vintage motorcycles including classic dirt bikes, café racers, cruisers and more from various vintage groups throughout the country.

2010 Harley-Davidson FLHTCU Ultra Classic Electra Glide

The Ultra Classic® Electra Glide® provides long-haul touring comfort, convenience, and cargo capacity, with unmistakable Harley style. The innovative Harley-Davidson® Touring chassis is based on a single-spar, rigid backbone frame and a stout swingarm developed to withstand the demands of long-haul touring riders and today´s more-powerful engines. Source - Harley Davidson

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How can you remove a dent from a motorcycle tank? By going inside to push out, or by going outside to pull out, either way the dent gets removed.

Motorcycle gas tanks have their caps on the top, usually at the highest point. That way they can be filled to the maximum. Unfortunately, the gas caps on motorcycle tanks are not large openings.

Some motorcycle gas tanks are double skinned. It’s a bit like having a tank inside a tank. This kind of gas tank makes it difficult to remove the dent from the inside as you will be applying pressure to the inside metal skin, and not the outside metal skin where the dent actually is.

However, if the tank has a single wall, or metal skin, then the job becomes very easy. Well, easy in the hands of an expert at least. The first thing done is to attach an object a bit like a flag onto the tank. This has a flexible mounting that can be adjusted to any angle, and at the end is a rectangular flag-like card with parallel black lines running the length of it on a white background.

This is a very clever idea. The “flag” is reflected in the shiny paintwork of the motorcycle gas tank. If the tank is in perfect factory condition, then the reflected black lines will all be smooth. If on the other hand the tank is dented, then the reflected lines will converge, balloon and be distorted where the reflected dent is. This is important!

As the dent is massaged and caressed from the inside, using a special tool designed for removing dents in motorcycle gas tanks, the reflected black lines in the region of the dent will become less and less ballooned and distorted. By the time the technician has completely removed the entire dent, the reflection will be smooth and perfect.

Of course, the actual surface of the motorcycle tank is constantly checked as well for smoothness. But the reflections of the black lines is arguably the best visual and actual guide as to the presence or otherwise of the dent. Properly performed, the dent will vanish completely and the repair will be wholly invisible. That’s the mark of a good motorcycle dent removal - nothing left to see.

The days of answering the question of, “How can you remove a dent from a motorcycle tank?” by removing the tank, rubbing it down, or removing the paint with stripper completely, then applying filler, rubbing that down before re-spraying the entire thing has all but gone.

Today’s expert technicians use paintless dent removal techniques. They attempt to leave the original factory paint exactly as it is. They also attempt to remove the dent with leaving a mark, and more often than not they succeed.

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Triumph has consistently gained market share in the United States every year for the past five years according to the Motorcycle Industry Council (MIC). The sustained growth makes Triumph one of the fastest growing motorcycle manufacturers in country and one of only two marques that never lost market share in that time period.

Sales of Triumph motorcycles in the United States increased 5.49 percent in December 2009 over the same period the prior year, which is significant as most manufacturers reported double digit decreases.

“The Triumph team and our network of dealers did a fantastic job of keeping a positive attitude in 2009, and their efforts have paid off as customers continued to show strong support for Triumph,” said Mark Kennedy, CEO of Triumph Motorcycles North America. “We are really optimistic about the New Year. Our all new 2010 Triumph Thunderbird has great momentum from being named Cruiser of the Year and we’re introducing some exciting new models to Triumph’s line of Urban Sport motorcycles.”

Triumph also did extremely well in Canada by producing a year-long sales increase of more than 20 percent over the same period in 2008. The achievement makes Triumph the fastest growing motorcycle brand in Canada.

This past summer Triumph introduced the all-new 1600cc parallel twin Thunderbird, which earned a number of ‘Best Cruiser’ accolades from the motorcycle enthusiast news media. The Thunderbird complements Triumph’s existing cruiser line that includes the 865cc America and Speedmaster models and the 2300cc Rocket III line.

Triumph also manufactures a variety of standard and sport motorcycles that range from the iconic Bonneville to class-leading sport bikes such as the Daytona 675, Street Triple and Speed Triple.

While Triumph initially gained global notoriety for its motorcycles in the 1950s and 60s, the company encountered difficulties in the 1970s. In 1983, British entrepreneur John Bloor purchased the marque and immediately began working on its return to prominence. Triumph re-emerged to the world stage in 1990 with a new line of classic parallel twin and innovative three-cylinder motorcycles that have become the hallmarks of the Triumph model range.

Kennedy continued, “Triumph has a wonderful heritage. As a company, we understand the importance of perseverance and working toward the future. It’s that culture that has enabled Triumph to be such as strong and resilient company. We’re ready for 2010.”

The full range of Triumph motorcycles are available at authorized Triumph dealers throughout North America. To find your local Triumph dealer, please visit www.TriumphMotorcycles.com.

Good for Ford and the US Auto Industry.

The Ford Transit Connect commercial fleet van takes truck of the year at the Detroit auto show, while The Ford Fusion Hybrid midsize sedan wins the 2010 North American Car of the Year.

Who buys them?  People who love attention, luxury, acceleration, power and many others who just want more fun out of life.

These motorized three-wheeled luxury vehicles have several advantages:

You don’t have to put your feet down when you stop, you can take a passenger without fear that you will go down and spill him or her into the road.  Most significant others like this feature.  Some wives, in fact, have refused to ride with their husbands until they get a trike.

You won’t get fatigued in stop and go traffic, they reduce safety concerns. Many spouses love these vehicles but consider two-wheelers too dangerous for their spouse to ride. Trikes can safely corner on loose gravel where motorcycles may go down.

An Investment That Holds Value

The better trikes hold their value for several reasons.  First, very few are available for sale.  Also, the best trikes are constructed with aluminum and stainless steel, so they last a very long time.  They will depreciate very little and may even appreciate.

Attention and Usability

Let’s be honest, part of the pride of ownership of a big boy toy like a boat, an RV or an antique car is the attention you get as you drive it.  Nothing beats the attention you get with a top of the line trike.  Whether you drive them to be seen around town, for the relaxing feeling you get every time you ride, to start conversations or just to be the center of attention, nothing beats the attention and pride of ownership you enjoy driving a top of the line trike.  You will receive lots of neck twisting looks and enjoy many conversations as you drive, as you park and every time you’re on it.

If you own an RV, you need to have a few days free to enjoy it and how often does that happen?  You’ll use your trike whenever you have a few minutes for a drive in the country.  It’s more fun for the buck’ and gets rid of stress, with enjoyment.  It’s the best therapy after a tough day.  A one hour ride erases any bad day.  Your trike is always ready to go when you are, whether it is a cross country adventure or a short relaxing ride around town.

Great Performance and Easy Maintenance

With a trike you can really enjoy the ride.  Many trike riders recommend the smoother power of a V8. You can lead the pack with a V8 trike.  Don’t settle for less and later say, “Wow I could have had a V8″.

With V8 trikes, maintenance is easy.  Most of these trikes use a small block Chevy engine that almost any good mechanic is familiar with.  There is no need to go to a Honda or Harley Davidson dealer.

To Convert or Not To Convert

Most experienced trike owners will tell you that conversions take a first rate motorcycle and turn it into a second rate trike.  Conversion shops just assemble other company’s parts.  Most trike enthusiasts recommend dealing directly with the designer and manufacturer.  It costs about the same as a conversion but delivers a much better trike.

Car & Bike Aficionados

Many restored muscle car owners, motorcycle owners, ATV owners and RV owners have discovered the unbeatable thrill of riding an attention-getting, top of the line trike.

Choosing a Brand and Dealer

Most trike owners advise that you should never buy a trike without taking a test ride.  Make sure they offer test rides you can ride and evaluate.  They also recommend dealing with a company that custom builds trikes so you can fully customize them and so your dealer can explain the benefits and construction of the trike you choose.  Dealing with the designer/builder cuts out the middle man and delivers more value.

You Deserve a Trike

For about the same payment as an average car, you can experience the thrill of the greatest toy ever invented.  You can feel the wind in your hair, you can be the talk of your neighborhood, you can enjoy cross country adventures, fun country rides or an enjoyable trip around town.  If you have worked hard and been responsible in your life, you deserve a treat.  Call for a test ride and feel your heart jump when the engine roars to life.  That’s what life is all about.

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http://www.cheetahtrikes.com This article discusses the new trend in luxury motorcycles toward trikes and V8 trikes. It discusses how to choose a brand and a dealer. It compares conversions to trikes built from the ground up. Trikes make you the center of attention. A relaxing ride reduces the tension of the day. They are safer than motorcycles. Is a luxury motorcycle trike right for you?