A foreign film maker in Wisconsin making a documentary about Harley-Davidson found himself facing an unexpected motorcycle opportunity over the weekend.

As soon as Japanese film star Shinji Takeda (pictured right) heard about Fond du Lac's 22nd annual Ride for Pride in Wisconsin benefiting the Muscular Dystrophy Association, he decided to join the ride.

The ride consisted of a 100 mile scenic motorcycle tour, a buffet dinner, silent auction, and entertainment, all in temperatures in the lower 30's along with a cutting wind.

The ride was organized by the Fond du Lac HOG Chapter and Open Road Harley-Davidson, and probably never expected a Japanese film star to join in the event. Shinji Takeda owns a Harley-Davidson motorcycle in Japan and is an avid rider.

Last year, riders helped raise more than $62,000, with net proceeds from this year's event will also go to Lions Camp for handicapped children, Solutions Center in Fond du Lac and Cops for Kids.

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