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DIRTBIKE TRAVEL GUIDE
Never mind this 112-page soft-bound handbook is only for paid ATV members of the Honda Rider's Club of America, the yearly $25 dues are well worth it. The Where to Ride Guide details riding spots in 43 states across the nation, and includes contact phone numbers for riding areas, nearest Honda dealers, relevant websites, chamber of commerce contacts, and in some cases a level of difficulty rating for rides. It's a great idea for planning your next off-road trip, even if you're using "only" two wheels. For info go to www.powersporthonda.com or call 800/847-4722.
CHEAP SEATS
We're looking for a few good bikes-make that a few incredibly inexpensive machines. For an upcoming story, we want to see readers' rides that cost $1000 or less. If your bargain-on-wheels gets picked for publication, we'll even kick ya back a cool C-note, so your bike might actually make you money. Such a deal! Send a written description and a photo or two to CW Cheap Seats, 1499 Monrovia Ave., Newport Beach, CA 92663, or go digital and e-mail the info to cheapbikes@cycleworid.com.
WE HAVE A WINNER...
The Pediatric Brain Tumor Foundation has announced the winner of the fourthannual Cycle World/Ride for Kids Motor cycle raffle. Tickets were sold during the Cycle World International Motorcycle Show's 13 stops around the country, and Colorado's Bill Searcy took the grand prize, an all-new Norton 952 Commando donated by Norton Motorsports of Portland, Oregon. Searcy, 75, is an avid motorcycle enthusiast, still owns the 1976 RD400 he bought new and currently tours on a `04 FJR1300. The retired school teacher saw the Norton at the Denver stop on the show tour, but it was for more personal reasons he decided to buy a ticket: "My wife died of cancer six years ago and it kind of struck a nerve when I saw the Ride for Kids booth at the show," he said. This year's raffle was a rousing fund raising success, with more than $68,000 gathered from ticket sales.
SHOCKER!
Billed as an alternative to "loud, greasy, gas machines," this little Zapmanufactured two-wheel-drive electric "MBZ HO" (MiniBike Zap Heavy Duty) gets its go from an electric motor in each wheel hub and a massive hunk of lead.. .acid, that is. Yep, plug into a wall receptacle and 4-6 hours later, you are ready to two-wheel-drive your electric self up to 25 mph for as far as 30 miles, all for $900. Totally fun until your buddy on his used, "loud and greasy" ,~ XR5O smokes you for about the same price!
CHOPPERS FOR CHICKS
Attention Ladies of Leather: Tired of riding pillion or piloting your own question able cruiser of unstylish origin? Then check out Wicked Women Choppers (www.wickedwomenchoppers.com). Says company founder Christine Vaughn, "We are not producing scaled-down versions of big bikes. We build full-sized custom motor cycles with seat and control posi tioning options for the safety, comfort and fitment of the women rider." First offering from the Herrin, Illinois-based company is the Shady Lady, powered by a polished 96-inch S&S mill (107 and 11 3-inchers are optional) and fitted with a 250mm-wide rear Avon tire. Prices start at $32,500.
BUTTERFINGER "BREAK OUT"
Candybar-maker Butterfinger is looking for the next big name in Freestyle Motocross wfth its "Break Out Challenge." Through August 31, ders aged 15-25 can send in a one-minute video strutting their FMX stuff. Three finalists wilt be flown to Los Angeles where they will be judged by extreme athletes Nate Adams, Ryan Nyquist and Jason Ellis, the winner to be crowned "Break Out" Rookie of the Year. Visit www.butterfinge.com for details.
