Danger to Jump Pit of Deadly Rattlesnakes at Sturgis Buffalo Chip
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American stuntman Doug Danger plans to jump aĀ pit of 2,000 live rattlesnakes at the Sturgis Buffalo Chip on Thursday, Aug. 10, 2017. More about the jump and the official announcement video can be foundĀ here. āDoug is a professional whoās completed some incredible jumps, but this one is truly over the top,ā said Rod Woodruff, Sturgis Buffalo Chip President. āHeās either the most courageous man Iāve ever met, or heās got a genuine lack of fear. While we are doing all we can to ensure the safety of everyone in the amphitheater, including Doug, the threat to his life is real. These poisonous vipers will kill him nearly instantly should he fail.ā Prairie rattlers are known as one of the worldās ...
Read More New World Order Bikernet Weekly News for January 5, 2017
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Hey, I received a note from the MRF about a state trying to pass another helmet law.Over the last eight years weāve seen a shift from a balanced approach to save everything. The notion that if one precious life could be saved we can torture thousands for years to prevent one death. Think about it from two prospectives. First, the worst problem on the planet is overpopulation. And is the design to make health care a mega industry by keeping us alive as long as possible. Of course in the process, our freedoms fly out the window. Iām hoping to see freedom return as a priority in this country and a balanced approach for safety. What do you think? To ...
Read More Will Tax Incentive On Two-Wheeled Electric Vehicles Be Renewed in 2017?
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With a new administration comes change and one of the questions consumers may be asking themselves is if the expired tax incentive on two-wheel vehicles will be renewed. On December 31, 2016, the Electric Motorcycle Federal Tax Credit expired, but consumers are left wondering if ā like has been the case with the current administration, it will be renewed. Electric vehicles (including electric motorcycles) face an uncertain future in regards to tax incentives and federal refund eligibility. With the future administration showing limited interest in existing policy, the current 10% federal tax refunds for new and used purchases expired December 31, 2016, representing up to $2,500 in lose incentives on the purchase price of a zero Motorcycle. In addition to ...
Read More Barnett Clutch Kit ForĀ 2017 Harley Davidson FL Touring models
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One of the latest additions to the long line of Harley Davidson clutch kits by Barnett is the direct-fit upgrade clutch kit for the 2017 Harley Davidson FL Touring models. This kit features Barnettās segmented Kevlar friction plates which are designed for more oil flow, longer life and smoother clutch operation. Also included are a set of tempered steel drive plates and a set of three heavy duty clutch springs. All kits are quality checked for exact stack height prior to packaging to guarantee proper fit and optimal performance. These kits are made in-house and in the USA by Barnett. To order, contact your dealer or go to www.barnettclutches.com to order online. Part #303-30-10019 MSRP: $227.10 Advertisement
Read More Klock Werks Celebrates 20-Year Anniversary
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It all began in a rural, South Dakota town where Brian Klockās parents owned a gas station. His love of all things motorized started early! Before spray painting cars with his brothers at home, he used to charge neighborhood kids cash to ride his Honda 50. His entrepreneurial spirit and passion for a kustom touch led to an FXR project in 1988 and his first award-winning kustom in 1990. Continue reading. Advertisement
Read More The Perewitz Paint Show Returns To Daytona Bike Week
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Dave and Jody Perewitz added a whole new dimension to the custom motorcycle scene a couple years back when they unleashed the first Perewitz Custom Paint Show during Bike Week in Daytona. Open to all bikes with custom paint the show snowballed in popularity and is now a highly anticipated venue at major bike events across the country. Back to its roots for 2017 the Perewitz Paint Show will once again be held in the exclusive Pavilion at Destination Daytona and is open to any and all bikes and trikes with custom paint. The event will feature a wide variety paint classes and as always judging performed by a select team of professional painters and based solely on paint. Best ...
Read More Remembering A Chopper Pioneer
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Tom Fugle has passed on. It happened a couple of weeks ago, but we were only made aware of it today. There would be so much to say about Tom. It's best we let the following video tell you a bit about this chopper legend and original biker.
Read More Something For Someone Special
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You know how stores are already getting their displays ready for Valentines' Day? So are we, and we thought we'd give you a gift idea for your special lady this year.
Read More NEW YEAR BIKERNET WEEKLY NEWS for December 29, 2016
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Happy New Year, Another New Year unfolds. Itās packed full of new opportunities, new directions, new choices, new projects, and new relationships. Make the absolute most out of every day. Hottest LA news for the Xmas holiday--bad tamales... Again, I want to thank my Bikernet Weekly News sponsors for their unrelenting support. The news is sponsored in part by Cycle Source Magazine, Las Vegas Bike Fest, Iron Trader News, the Motorcycle Riders Foundation, Born to RideĀ and Zack and Scott from Choppertown. May all my sponsors and readers have a very special year full of terrific opportunities, adventures and success. Oh, and safe rides. Click here for the full news. We have news from the AMA, The President, Paughco, Revival, Deus ...
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