Malcolm Smtih is a pioneer in our sport. He has done more things on a motorcycle than most have ever dreamed possible; a jack of all trades and a renaissance man who never let anything get in his way. Today he just pushed the boundaries again, this time though, it was off of the motorcycle. In an act of defiance, and in protest or the CPSC/CPSIA Lead Ban (which brought the sales of all motorcycles and ATVs designed for kids 12 and under to an abrupt halt on February 10, 2009), Malcolm gathered industry friends and fans to watch as he sold three banned vehicles to willing customers. But the customers were not just random walk-ins, they were moto legends Jeff Ward, Troy Lee, and Glen Helen promoter Bud Feldkamp.
In front of a packed house at Malcolm Smith Motorsports, the proprietar received checks for each motorcycle, showing that the motorcycle industry is not going to accept this new ban sitting down. It was a proactive event that allowed all in attendance to have their voices heard. Check out the photo gallery, and be sure to visit the links below to learn more about the Lead Ban and what you can do to change it.
For More Information on the Lead Ban
Consumer Product Safety Commission www.cpsc.gov
Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act www.cpsc.gov/about/cpsia/cpsia.html
To Take Action and Be Heard
Tom Self, California State Representative www.tomself.com
Americans for Responsible Recreation Access www.arra-access.com
American Motorcyclist Asscociation www.americanmotorcyclist.com
Save Motocross www.myspace.com/savemx
Motorcycle Industry Council www.mic.org
