Chosa's Supports NHTSA "Share the Road" Efforts by Hosting a Free Motorcycle Safety & Service Seminar.Sports Editors/Motorcycle Writers & Columnists MESA, Ariz.--(BW SportsWire)--Aug. 7, 2001 Chosa's Harley-Davidson Harley-Davidson Motor Company (NYSE: HOG) is an American manufacturer of motorcycles based in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, United States. The company emphasizes heavyweight (over 750 cc) bikes designed for cruising on the highway and known for their distinctive exhaust note. , authorized au·thor·ize tr.v. au·thor·ized, au·thor·iz·ing, au·thor·iz·es 1. To grant authority or power to. 2. To give permission for; sanction: Harley-Davidson dealer, is hosting a free "Owners Pride: Safety & Service Seminar." The seminar is open to everyone regardless of the brand of motorcycle motorcycle, motor vehicle whose design is based on the bicycle. The German inventor Gottlieb Daimler is generally credited with building the first practical motorcycle in 1885. The motorcycle did not become dependable and popular, however, until after 1900. as well as non-motorcycle riders interested in learning more about how to share the road with motorcycle riders. The National Highway Traffic Safety Association (NHTSA NHTSA National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (US government) ) and the Federal Highway Administration The Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) is a division of the United States Department of Transportation that specializes in highway transportation. The agency's major activities are grouped into two "programs," The Federal-aid Highway Program and the Federal Lands Highway (FHWA FHWA Federal Highway Administration (US DoT) ) have teamed up to develop a Motorcycle Safety Accident rates Motorcycles have a far higher fatality rate per unit of distance travelled when compared with automobiles. According to the US Highway Safety Authority, in 2002 20.9 cars out of 100,000 ended up in fatal crashes. The rate for motorcycles is 66.7 per 100,000. Improvement Plan that will help motorcycles and other vehicles "Share the Road." The plan, still in draft form, is an effort to decrease motorcycle related accidents and fatalities through research and education. "With the continued improvements in technology, the new generation of motorcycles provides a smooth and comfortable ride. That, along with fun and adventure, contribute to the ever-increasing popularity of motorcycles," said John Abbey John Abbey, English organ builder (b. December 22, 1785 in Whilton, Northamptonshire - d. February 19, 1859 in Versailles, traveled to Paris in 1826 and built an organ for the Paris Exposition. , general manager of Chosa's Harley-Davidson. "Because of the sheer increase of new riders, it's pretty obvious that the potential for more accidents involving motorcycles is possible without intervention A procedure used in a lawsuit by which the court allows a third person who was not originally a party to the suit to become a party, by joining with either the plaintiff or the defendant. . At Chosa's we believe all riders should be armed with the knowledge of how to avoid or handle a dangerous situation. If all riders, especially new riders, sought professional motorcycle riding instruction, it would help tremendously." Chosa's has been working with T.E.A.M. Arizona Arizona (âr'əzō`nə), state in the southwestern United States. It is bordered by Utah (N), New Mexico (E), Mexico (S), and, across the Colorado R., Nevada and California (W). for many years, but now with the increase in motorcycle sales they are really trying to get the word out about safety. "It's important riders understand not only about road dangers but how to properly care for and service the bike to prevent any unnecessary safety issues," said Mark Weiss, chief instructor and director of training for T.E.A.M. Arizona. "At T.E.A.M. Arizona, we offer training classes for beginners as well as seasoned riders. There's something for everyone. Owning a motorcycle is fun -- I can't imagine not riding. But, the bottom line is you should know how to do it safely." The seminar, "Owners Pride: Safety & Service Seminar" will be held on Saturday, Aug. 18 at 11:15 a.m. and presented by T.E.A.M. Arizona. The hour-long seminar is meant as an overview and will be held in-the-round so participants are better able to view the demonstration bike as well as ask the instructor specific questions. Chosa's top technicians will also be on hand to ensure questions on specific Harley-Davidson models. To increase the attendance and stress the importance of safety, Chosa's is holding a drawing with KKLT for an opportunity to win $10,000 towards the purchase of a new bike at Chosa's Harley-Davidson. Should a participant win a bike, an eight-hour, safety-training course from T.E.A.M. Arizona will be included. Drawing is to be held at 10:45 a.m., prior to the seminar. About Chosa's Harley-Davidson Chosa's Harley-Davidson, located in Mesa, has been an authorized dealer of Harley-Davidson Motor Co. since 1973. Chosa's offers a wide selection of new & used bikes, insurance & finance, motorclothes, and rentals for H.O.G. Chapter members. Their reputation for excellence is solid and has allowed them continued growth and expansion of their services for over 18 years. Harley-Davidson Motor Co., the only major U.S.-based motorcycle manufacturer, produces heavyweight heavyweight - High-overhead; baroque; code-intensive; featureful, but costly. Especially used of communication protocols, language designs, and any sort of implementation in which maximum generality and/or ease of implementation has been pushed at the expense of mundane motorcycles and offers a complete line of motorcycle parts, accessories, apparel and general merchandise. Visit them at www.chosashd.com or 480/894-0404. About T.E.A.M. Arizona Motorcyclist Training Centers T.E.A.M. Arizona Motorcyclist Training Centers is your guide to ride. From beginner to seasoned veteran, on-street, off-road, or racetrack, we have programs to meet your needs and challenge your skills. For more information visit www.motorcycletraining.com or 480/998-9888. |
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