In the news...

The news feeds are filled with all kinds of interesting articles, some that we really need to pay attention to!

The one of particular interest is the bill that is in the State Senate House in Florida - It's known as the Stiffer Penalties Bill.

If passed this law will maThe news feeds are filled with all kinds of interesting articles, some that we really need to pay attention to!

The one of particular interest is the bill that is in the State Senate House in Florida - It's known as the Stiffer Penalties Bill. 

If passed, this law will make the penalties for injuring riders much more severe. If you get caught following too close the fine is $100, if you rear end a bike and injure someone, the offence becomes a misdemeanour and will result in a fine, jail time and license suspension. Causing death is a far stiffer penalty.

American Bikers Aiming Towards Education has been working towards seeing this bill get passed for over 9 years and is frustrated that it has not yet passed.

The fact that this bill is in the senate is a great thing - it will not only protect the motorcyclists but other motorists and bicycle riders as well but why has it not passed as of yet? I am unsure of what may be holding it up, this is one story we will be doing our best to follow as it could all be the framework for a similar law to be introduced here in Canada.

It is my fondest hope that more Canadian riders start lobbying for our rights to be protected by the law instead of us always being subjected to preferential treatment in an unconstitutional way...

In other news:

In BC - Sturgis North is awaiting the finalizing of their contract with MotoPlex Speedway and Event Park for their event to be held July 18-22.

The Speedway is located on the old Kamloops Highway between Vernon and Falkland.

In Ontario - the Heroes' Highway Ride has HUGE news to share with everyone...

Also in Ontario, the 4th shooting suspect in the case of a Hells Angels member and a woman who were shot in London has been caught.

In Orlando Florida - BACA raised over $8,000 for their fight against child abuse.

There are many motorcycle reviews and other articles that may be of interest to you in the news feeds over at www.beltdrivebetty.com

You have one week to get your entries into our Beat the PMS Blues Online Show 'n' Shine. We have incredible prizes up for grabs including a Leather Jacket from Underground Heads, a $100 Keg GC from Dalton Timmis - Home for Chrome Insurance, Gift Certificates from Ernie O's, a Drift Camera and a weekend camp out for 12 at the Bunkhouse Resort in Haida Gwaii BC.

There are many other prizes up for grabs as well folks - it's free to enter and a great way to have some fun while we are daydreaming about riding.

I will leave you with a couple of jokes shared with me by friends on Facebook and by email...

Have a fabulous Wednesday!

Belt Drive Betty

Editor & Rider