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BIKERNET UNDERCOVER PHOTOS TAKEN IN ARLEN NESS SHOP–Took these at Arlen?s shop on the Hamster?s Redwood Run. (a week after the traditional Redwood Run.) It wasn?t quite done when we got there, but I got these pix as soon as it was ready for its first test ride. I promised Arlen that I?d hold the pix until it was unveiled, and I did.
–Buckshot
BIKERNET ODDITY BIKES OF THE WEEK–Another Cushman Sportster.
Can anybody top this dresser? and the world’s longest bike.
Again, the strange things people do with their time and money.
–CGK
BIKERNET NUMBERS RESPONSE– Saw where your numbers are up where everyone else is dipping. Congratulations! Looks like you have a winning formula.
Got rid of the Big Dog and now I?m working on a ?92 Heritage, adding a sidecar for my new puppy dog. I know it sounds weak, but he loves to ride and the bag he rides in now is only good for short trips.
My other new hotrod is a custom shovel that my friend built. (Same guy that turboed the Big Dog and built the Ironhead motor). That way I can still get my Chopper fix. It is an absolutely beautiful bike, and hauls ass!
Michael Lichter shot it for a spread a couple of years ago at the Denver Easyriders where it won the show, but it has never appeared in any Mags. It has lots of cool stuff including the supposed prototype (my buddy asked for it) of the Baker Frankentranny. Jockey shift with the clutch on the shifter, no front brake, kick only 95ci Shovel, this bike attracts attention wherever it goes. It ain?t no trailer queen either. I ride the shit out of it. It?s a shovel so I am usually covered with oil (breather lubes the chain). But that is the way it is supposed to be?..right? I am including a pic of the bike, but it belongs to Michael Lichter and can?t be used anywhere ON THIS PLANET, except Bikernet and Easyriders.
My buddy made most everything for this bike even though it could be purchased elsewhere.The story is that he called me in Denver the day of the show. I had just had a chemo treatment and was feeling like shit but grabbed my son, braved the snow and crap and went anyway. We walked in and saw this bike spinning up on a dais and I fell in love. We went and found my buddy and I asked, ?So where is your bike??. He pointed to this one, and I knew I had to have it. I know he likes having someone who rides it owning it???and I love owning and riding it.
As an aside; he was at the Rats Hole Show in Sturgis this year with a blue bike he built for Bonneville and the turbo on the bike is mine from the Big Dog.
Thanks and continued good fortune to you and yours and I really am glad that BikerNet has and is doing so well?????Goddammit!,
–Tripp Schwab
P.S. The builder is Chuck Zettner of Z Cycles in Albuquerque, NM.
Wimmer Custom Cycle Introduces 2 New Slammer Intakes– Myrtle Beach, SC- The latest introduction to the ever growing line of quality intakes from Wimmer Machine are 2 new intakes designed specifically for American IronHorse?s ?08 Slammer. These easy-to-install single (available in Spike design as well as Super Filter design) and dual (available in Spike design) elbow billet aluminum CNC machined intakes are manufactured right here in the United States. You can choose from 4 different filter colors (black, red, blue or purple) and rain socks are also available.
All Wimmer stacks and filters will fit either of these units. When it comes to aftermarket intakes, Wimmer Custom Cycle continually outperforms its competition.
Most of Wimmer?s intakes are built around a modular design so many components are interchangeable. Riders can easily change the elbows, stacks and filters for their own personal look. Wimmer?s intakes not only look great, but will also increase the performance and horsepower of your bike?guaranteed!
For the past 10 years, Wimmer has stayed on the cutting edge of technology, producing some of the best intakes on the market. Top custom bike builders and award winning bikes from around the globe use Wimmer intakes.
For further information on intakes, please contact Wimmer Custom Cycle directly at 1-866-Hot Cycle (1-866-468-2925) and 215-721-4160. You can also view their complete product line at www.wimmermachine.com or drop them an email at info@wimmermachine.com. Wimmer Custom Cycle, 11670 Highway 17 Bypass, Murrells Inlet, SC 29576. Dealer inquiries invited!
Forge-Tec Introduces a New 3D Wheel?The Engage–Oxnard, CA- Forge-Tec Motorcycle Wheels and Accessories announced today the introduction of the Engage, a new 3D wheel. The Engage is available in all popular sizes and applications (?84-?08?including ABS equipped models) and has matching rotors and pulleys. All Forge-Tec 3D wheels are available in four different finishes: polished, black powder coated, chrome and the Midnight Series, which is a black anodized finish combined with classic machining. (Legacy and Nomad wheels are not available in the Midnight Series) Forge-Tec not only makes these new 3D wheels for the Harley and Custom American V-Twin markets, but for the Victory and sport bike markets as well.
All processes are completed in-house, utilizing only state-of-the-art equipment and highly sophisticated process technologies. All Forge-Tec wheels are rotary forged utilizing one of their proprietary forge presses using only ?virgin? aircraft grade 6061 aluminum?.there?s no recycled aluminum in their products. All wheels go out shipped with the rotors and pulley attached and torqued to OEM specs which eliminates a lot of guess work at the dealer level and ensures that wheels arrive to their customers in perfect condition.
For further information on complete wheels, please contact Forge-Tec Motorcycle directly at 888-367-4385. Forge-Tec Motorcycle Wheels and Accessories, 950 Richmond Ave., Oxnard, CA 93030. Dealer inquiries invited!
W8LESS ROTORS SPONSORED BY BIKERNET.COM–Needless to say most builders and anyone fortunate enough to pass by our 10×10 set up inside the Thunder Dome were introduced to newest G-4orged technology W8less first hand .
The booth space was provided by Keith R. Ball Emperor of Bikernet.com and lovely Nyla ( bikernet.com ). Speaking of Bikernet, check out last week’s Thursday news as well as the newest Sunday Post .
Thanks
The number one response from street walkers to manufacturers , after they hold a W8Less Rotor is, “WOW (sometimes WTF?) second and third are WHEN and HOW MUCH ?
Response to our G-4orged rotor is phenomenal from the first person to the last .
From the first gas stop the the last with over 4,000 miles the past 3 weeks , aprox . 100 gas stops , 50% or more of the gas stops resulted in someone asking what is it ?
Mark and I will prepare a more complete report in the next 3 days as we plan on meeting Tu-We & Th .
GOT ROTORS ???
–Ray
(831) 594-7783
D&D DEALER DIRECT PROGRAM CONTINUES TO EXPAND TO DELIVER PERFORMANCE EXHAUST DIRECTLY TO YOU–If you need performance exhaust check here for a dealer or go to the D&D web site for the dealer nearest you.
1) H-D Shop of Wytheville 430 Lithia Rd Wytheville, VA 24382 276-228-9000
2) Dudley Perkins Co 333 Corey Way So. San Francisco, CA 94080 650-737-5467
3) Offroad Performance 585-B W Ritchie Rd Salisbury, NC 28147 704-202-9650
4) American Made Cycles Inc 1325 E 3rd St Dayton, OH 45403 937-224-1100
5) H-D Of Kokomo 335 S Co. Rd 00 E/W Kokomo, IN 46902 765-864-9999
6) Predator Powersports 305 Dane Ln Longwood FL, 32750 407-834-7222
7) The Little Guys Shop 1397 Wildwood Weatherford, TX 76085 817-599-0561
8) Durango H-D 750 S Camino Del Rio Durango, CO 81301 970-259-0778
9) American Cyclemart 3225 W Huron Waterford, MI 48328 248-706-3000
10) Ohio Cycle 4150 Elida Rd Lima, OH 45807 419-331-2333
11) Champion Cycle Inc 915 W 29th st So. Sioux City, NE 68776 402-494-6718
–Jennifer
DETROIT BROS INSANI TREES–Our newly re-designed narrow glide InsaniTrees are milled from 6061 aircraft quality aluminum, and accept 39mm fork tubes, right off a Dyna or Sporty. They have a 1? neck stem, stock width handle bar spacing, and are already drilled for internal fork stops.
A great upgrade for your Dyna or Sporty, and perfect for custom applications! Available in raw or polished aluminum.
Prices start at $499.99.
For more info call 866-DET-BROS or visit www.DetroitBros.com
BAKER DRIVETRAIN ANNOUNCES CHANGES IN MARKETING AND SALES– August 19, 2008 | Haslett, MiBAKER Drivetrain announces the departure of Anthony ?Scout? Underwood, Marketing Director, effective August 29th, 2008. Since joining the company in February 2005, Anthony has enthusiastically nurtured the Baker brand, spreading our message of premium quality, continuous innovation, and selfless support through his efforts. At the same time, Anthony has established a solid foundation for our creative, marketing and public relations efforts.
We send him off with pride and wish him well in his next adventure, leading a new entity which will guide Harley-Davidson in their efforts to respond to the ?next generation? prospective riders as well as hardcore younger riders.
Effective immediately, Latricia ?Trish? Horstman assumes responsibility for media interface and public relations in addition to her current duties. Trish has been Art Director at Baker Drivetrain since November 2005 and has worked closely with Anthony Underwood in developing our marketing systems. Effective September 8th, 2008, James Simonelli will join our Sales and Marketing Staff. With over 15 years experience in the motorcycle industry, the most recent 12 spent with S&S Cycle, James brings a wealth of knowledge to our organization. James will be handling technical and international sales as well as sponsorships and promotions.
Winners All at the 6th Annual Sturgis Metzeler Custom Bike Contest–It was a huge success at the 6th Annual Sturgis Metzeler Custom Bike Contest, with dozens of radical customs taking the stage, showing off new trends and wild designs from coast to coast. Metzeler thanks the many builders who showed their bikes and the spectators who showed up for the best show in town. Also thanks to the pro judges who had the inevitable task of choosing the best from the best under the Custom Bike Association guidelines.
The Best of Show prize winner was Todd Silicato of Todds Cycle, Huntington Beach, California. Todd?s win has earned him: inclusion in the Metzeler Master Builder poster series and 2009 Metzeler Ad Campaign, a three-day apprenticeship with Eddie Trotta, feature Article in American Iron Magazine, a trip to Faakersee European Bike Week and tour of the Metzeler Factory, a seat at the Annual Round table in Cincinnati at the V-Twin Expo, four sets of Metzeler Tires, a cool trophy, All Balls Starter, S&S Shop Shirt, and a Boyesen Power X Wing. Not bad for an afternoon in the sun.
The Peoples Choice Award was won by Donna Keller and her bike built by Michael Ballew of Ballew?s South Central Customs. She won two sets of Metzeler Tires, a very cool trophy, All Balls Starter, S&S Shop Shirt, and Boyesen Power X Wing. Runner up in People?s Choice was Ed Hines of Lake Placid, Florida, going home with a set of Metzeler Tires and his own magnificent trophy.
The many other winners and their prizes earned at the 6th Annual Sturgis Metzeler Custom Bike Contest include:
Custom Class ? First Place
Bill Bess, Built by Michael Ballew, Ballew?s South Central Customs
Two sets of Metzeler Tires, Trophy, All Balls Starter, S&S Shop Shirt, Boyesen Power X Wing, Kuryakyn Lizard Lights Set
Custom Class – Runner Up
Bruce Sharpe, Oklahoma City, OK
One set of Metzeler Tires, Trophy
Chopper Class ? First Place
Steve Schuller, Industrial Custom Cycle, Ont, Canada
Two sets of Metzeler Tires, Trophy, All Balls Starter, S&S Shop Shirt, Boyesen Power X Wing, Kuryakyn Lizard Lights Set
Chopper Class – Runner Up
Scott Fisher, Vicious Cycles, Inc,Lemoyne, PA
One set of Metzeler Tires, Trophy
Bobber Class ? First Place
Johnny Gil, Johnny?s Customs, McAllen, TX
Two Sets of Metzeler Tires, Trophy, All Balls Starter, S&S Shop Shirt, Boyesen Power X Wing, Kuryakyn Lizard Lights Set
Bobber Class – Runner Up
Steven Broyles, Stevenson?s Cycles, Wayne, MI
One set of Metzeler Tires, Trophy
Consumer Class ? First Place
Martin Ramirez, Arvada, CO
Two sets of Metzeler Tires, Trophy, All Balls Starter, S&S Shop Shirt, Boyesen Power X Wing
Consumer Class – Runner Up
Reggie Dangerfield, Reggie?s Rod Shop, Billings, MT
One set of Metzeler Tires, Trophy
Stage 3 Class ? First Place
Margaret Nicestri, Bowie, MD
Two sets of Metzeler Tires, Trophy, All Balls Starter, S&S Shop Shirt, Boyesen Power X Wing
Stage 3 Class ? Runner Up
Gary Buckley, Cottage Grove, WI
One set of Metzeler Tires, Trophy
Stan Foxworthy, Metzeler Marketing Manager said, ?The success of this show is due solely to the builders and bikers who are dedicated to the craft. As always, we wish there were some way to award all of the builders for their excellent work. Looking at these bikes as a whole shows how much heart and sweat is poured into each build. Every year is a surprise seeing all the new ideas and stunning craftsmanship.?
For more than 100 years, Metzeler has met the market?s toughest demands with unflagging innovation, setting the trends that others follow. For more information about Metzeler?s entire line of products, visit www.us.metzelermoto.com
–Kelly Hudak
LATEST BIKER FILM PARTY, “I RIDE”–Attached are the film company logo and promo flyer for the party for thenew film being released. Notice that Charlie Brechtel Band is playingalong with the Fryed Brothers Band for the movie, “I Ride”
Charlie will be in town next Tuesday, staying with me and Vicki, andhe’s playing on Thursday, August 28th at Hal’s HD and later that eveningat Madam Belles Silver Dollar Saloon in Richfield for the Tri-CountyABATE party.
He may also be playing on Wednesday, August 27th, atWindhorse Saloon, 200 N. 25th Street, Milwaukee, if we are able to bookthat engagement. In any event, be sure to catch him at one of thesevenues.
press relese for party in S.F wrap party for [I RIDE THE MOVIE]SEPT.25FOR MORE INFO CALL 209 479-1860CHARLIE BRECHTEL
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