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Did any of you see this? Tell me it is not so... http://www.dailycomet.com/article/20090228/ARTICLES/902289930 Children’s ATV sales banned throughout the nation Matt Stamey/Staff http://www.dailycomet.com/apps/pbcsi.dll/bilde?Site=HC&Date=20090228&Category=ARTICLES&ArtNo=902289930&Ref=AR&MaxW=600&border=0Glenn Diedrich, owner of Cycle World, hangs a warning tag onto a Honda motorcycle on the floor of his store Wednesday afternoon. ATVs and dirt bikes intended for children under 12 have been banned nationwide. The bike he’s hanging the tag onto is just above the size that’s been banned. If you’re interested in buying a dirt bike or all-terrain vehicle for a child, you’re out of luck.A new federal law bans the sale of off-road vehicles for kids under 12, part of a broader measure aimed at preventing lead poisoning in children. Retailers say the law is overly broad and children have a miniscule risk of lead exposure from engine components and other parts of the vehicles. “It’s absolutely ridiculous,” said Glenn Diedrich, owner of Cycle World at 5509 W. Park Ave., whose business sold the children’s models until the law took effect Feb. 10. “You’re not going to see a child biting the fender or licking the cylinder.” The federal Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act, born amid outcries over children getting sick from lead components in toys imported from China, puts in place new strict standards for testing and safety in a wide range of toys used by children, including ATVs. For now, all models must be pulled until tests can be developed to detect lead, or until industry advocates succeed in getting models exempted from the law. That means retailers across the country, like Diedrich, are stuck with inventory sitting in their showrooms that they might not ever be able to sell. The law could cost the industry $1 billion for this year alone, according to an estimate from the Specialty Vehicle Institute of America and the Motorcycle Industry Council. Diedrich last week showed a reporter some of the models, which include dirt bikes that look like smaller versions of lighter motorcycles as well as four-wheeler ATVs. The law , he is certain, will have a major impact on his 42-year-old business. Typically, he sells just over 100 of the bikes per year for between $1,100 and $3,000, and they’re particularly hot around Christmas, he said. In January, the junior-sized models made up about 10 percent of his business. Since the law took effect, he’s had to turn away about half a dozen potential customers. He can change a tire or the oil on the devices but is prohibited from selling any parts or performing any other service on the bikes. Safety advocates call the new restrictions a double-edged sword. They could help discourage children’s use of the vehicles, said Sarah Anders, executive director of Louisiana Safe Kids, a coalition of public, private and voluntary organizations aimed at decreasing accidental injuries among children. But young ones may just climb onto adult vehicles and put themselves even more at risk, they say. “I believe all that’s going to do is (have) the children riding ill-sized units,” said Alicia Toups, chairwoman of the ATV committee of the regional Safe Community Task Force. “Make sure they’re on the correct size vehicle or not at all.” Diedrich, who regularly teaches ATV-safety programs, said his customers act responsibly and know how to operate them safely. He also makes sure children are matched to a correct device with power levels appropriate for their age. They should also use the appropriate safety gear and wear a helmet. “They understand how these units are used,” Diedrich said of his customers. Kids “can learn how to ride these bikes safely.” The Associated Press contributed to this report
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well we had a venture rider stop by on his way back from the ralley... Rocket (Paul) got here monday morning sometime and stayed til wednesday mornin.. we had a great time.. we went for dairy queen on the bikes, monday nite.. tuesday evening as we were gettin ready to go to supper, we got a call from rick and marlynn, that they were in town.. so we all went to dinner together... we met their children.. they are such courtious and well mannered children.. we hated to say goodbye, (as usual) ..it was 1 great week.. just a word to all of the venture riders;;; any of you are welcome to spend a few days here if you are passing through.. just give us a call @ home/218-224-2855 or cell 218-368-0750 just to let us know when you are comin through.. or email us:smile11::smile11:
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Here is a little music video I put together from the 150+ photo's I took today at our KY Derby Festival, Thunderbash, Feed The Children Fund Raiser Kickoff.... This ride ends up at the official kick off event for the two weeks leading up to the Kentucky Derby called Thunder over Louisville. It is the largest firworks display in the country along with an AWESOME military air show. All monies raised go to Feed The Children Charities. It was freaking cold but we still had a decent turn out and the our super supoortive Local Yamaha/Victory dealer had the Victory Demo truck there so you could ride any Victory bike you wanted, of course I had to take the Vision for a run. All I am going to say is I sure am glad I bought a Venture!! [ame=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HFUdWYjGrsw]YouTube - Thunderbash Kick Off 2008[/ame] http://s243.photobucket.com/albums/ff242/stratocurtster/Rebel%20XTI/Thunderbash%2008/?start=all Individual High Resolution Pictures http://s243.photobucket.com/albums/ff242/stratocurtster/Rebel%20XTI/Thunderbash%2008/?albumview=slideshow Photobucket higher res slide show Enjoy!! Curt, Debbie & Carson
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Hi, What periodic service levels 4K, 8K, etc, must be done by the dealer? I'm at the 4K service and was thinking it is essentially an oil change and carb balance. Already did the carb balance 1K ago, so is there any reason to have the dealer do the service? Besides helping him feed his children? Best Regards, Leonard
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today, i was delighted, to see my children, and grand children! however, i was JUST as happy , to see them all go home , at the end of the day! what a madhouse!!!!! does anyone else, understand why some lower life forms "eat their young"???? lol just jt
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I know lots of us have young children in our lives, be they our children, nieces or nephews, grandchildren. So I've been looking around at alternative places to get toys. I found this really interesting site. The toys are all American made. Lots of old stuff too that I'm sure plenty will remember. Here's the link. http://www.fatbraintoys.com/index.cfm After watching the news today with the latest recall on toys that can kill kids or put them in a coma, I was really upset. Christmas is on it's way and what do you get for the children in your life. Luckily some of the old board games are still available as well out there. Hope this helps anyone looking for a safe toy for that child in your life (no matter how old they may be) Margaret
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For anyone who may be interested, Next Sunday November 4 is the CHOP toy run. It is one of the greatest events of the year. For the last few years, it has drawn in excess of 100,000 bikes and provides enough toys to supply the hospital and local childrens charities for the entire year. The meet point is on Columbus Blvd by Penn's Landing right off RT 95. the gathering starts at about 9:00 am and the parade kicks off at 12:00 noon and proceeds through the city with all roads being blocked off for the event and ends at the hospital where you drop off your toy and are greeted by hundreds of smiling children who don't often have much to cheer them up. Come one come all, then go home and give your kids a big hug and be glad you have your problems and not theirs. I hope you'll excuse me now as I get off my soap box, but this event is very close to my heart as I have first hand experience with the care provided at this facility to some of the sickest children in the world.
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