Motorcycle Headlines, Week of October 8, 2003

Loud pipes lose bikes. Granny's burnouts. Daytona 200 on a Saturday? We are still crashing too much. It's showtime.

Daytona 200 May Finally Run on Saturday
We know lots of people who go to Daytona Beach every March and who have never seen the Daytona 200, America's biggest motorcycle race, even though they say they would like to. The reason is that they have to head home by Sunday morning, and they can't stay for the race on Sunday afternoon. The folks at Daytona may finally have realized that they need to time their race so the motorcyclists who come to town can see it, if this report is right.
AMASuperbike.com

Loud Pipes Lose Bikes
Don't think a little exhaust noise really bothers anybody? In France, your loud pipes will cost you your bike.
Expatica, Netherlands

2003-2004 International Motorcycle Shows Scheduled
They kick off November 7 in San Francisco.
motorcycleshows.com

You're Never to Old to Be a Hooligan
This 70-year-old was pinched for doing burnouts and doughnuts on her way to pick up the groceries...on her scooter.
Tamworth Northern Daily Leader, Australia

Road Rage Doesn't Pay
This Vulcan rider got angry at the truck that turned in front of him. But he didn't get even, he got caught under the truck and killed.
Caller Times, Corpus Christi, TX

Yamaha History
From reed organs to Road Stars, a look at the 116-year ride of the the company that has paired music and motosport.
Malay Mail

Motorcycle Accident Rate Remains High
And older riders and rural accidents continue to be major factors.
Centre Daily, PA
New Castle News, PA

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