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BIKERNET OLD SCHOOL / NEW SCHOOL / ALL COOL STUDY BY RICK KROST FROM U.S. CHOPPERS–
All is Kool today as we endeavor to put the pieces together in our search to define what exactly we mean by ?Old School? and ?New School?.
Websters Dictionary describes ?Old School? as:
1 : adhering to traditional policies or practices
2 : characteristic or evocative of an earlier or original style, manner, or form
However, Websters doesn?t seem to define what exactly ?New School? is; we can only assume that we take the converse relationship to ?Old School? and apply the rule.
This appears to present it?s own conundrum. While trying to prevent the replication of prior styles, the artist must create something that is absolutely unique. With over 100 years of motorcycle history and hundreds of American manufacturers, this poses a significant challenge in the search for ?New School? applications.
However, we are always challenging ourselves as Americans to rival any prior works, and top them with a new slant and distinct change. Today we witness fine examples of new era creations done by artists who would not accept limitations. In the words of Napoleon Hill, ?Whatever the mind of man can conceive and believe, it can achieve.?
Our ?New School? artists are a testimony to this fact, bringing with them a plethora of ideas which were born from the passion of creation and an unwillingness to accept ?no? for an answer.
So, you say, what then do we make of the clich? term ?Old School?? In my practical relationship with old school practices, I understand it as not only evocative of an earlier style, but more importantly, reflective of a bygone era where craftsmen were unwilling to let a small detail go unnoticed. These craftsmen and artists created history.
Giving homage to these craftsmen, we endeavor to emulate both their style and their skills while paying heed to their (old school) policies and practices hoping to re-claim the underpinnings of our Nation and what has made us great.
Thus, I have come to the conclusion that whether you have a passion for the ?Old School? or ?New School?, you are really one and the same. If you create your art without compromising yourself or others and do it in a fashion which honors your family and our Nation, your creation will stand the test of time; and your ?New School? approach will become the next ?Old School?.
–Rick Krost
U.S. Choppers
U.S. Choppers
8941 Atlanta Ave #266
Huntington Beach, CA 92646
714-546-4699
http://www.uschopper.com/
IMAGE MOTORCYCLE PRODUCTS NEW LOCATION–Effective 08/01/08 we will be moving our corporate offices to a new locaiton! All phone numbers and email addresses will remain the same. We appreciate your patience during this move which will be taking place this week. Our office staff will be available to serve you during move.
IMAGE MOTORCYCLE PRODUCTS
918 CALLE PORTILLA
CAMARILLO, CA 93010
PH 800-304-5838
— THE REICHS
Image Motorcycle Products
Wire Plus Introduces their New Line of Power Ports– Winfield, KS- Wire Plus Powersports Electronics is proud to introduce their new line of Power Ports. They?re stylish solutions for the connection of phones, GPS devices, laptops, heated vests and gloves, cigarette lighters, portable music systems and the list goes on. Best of all you can maintain and charge your battery through this port when not riding.
Any device that connects to a 12V power supply through a standard cigarette lighter can be charged with one of these Power Ports. Available in dual port or single port, they can be installed in minutes by connecting 2 wires to your battery and attaching the unit directly on either the horn bolt or to any other location with one bolt mounting. Simple, effective and immediate power right at your fingertips every time you ride! These high quality billet Power Ports are available in luxurious chrome or black powder coated and start at $69.00 MSRP for the Bullet Single Port and $94.50 MSRP for either Dual Port style. (Double Barrel or V-Twin)
Reliability?Ease of Installation?and Quality all in One?Wire Plus!
For those interested in obtaining more information on Wire Plus? new Power Ports or to order direct, you can reach them at (620) 221-2417. Check them out online at www.wire-plus.com or email them at sales@wire-plus.com.
ZIPPER’S/THUNDERMAX IN STURGIS–Just a heads-up that the Zipper?s and Thunder Heart group will be at Black Hills H-D in Rapid City, SD for the annual Sturgis Rally between Thursday, July 31st to Saturday, August 9th. We?ll be there for ThunderMax product support, updates and new installations. If you?re curious as to how ThunderMax can improve your EFI-equipped Harley, or are a current ThunderMax user please stop by and say hello!
ZIPPER?S PERFORMANCE PRODUCTS
6655-A Amberton Drive
Elkridge, MD 21075
Phone 410.579.2828Fax 410.579.2835
www.ZippersPerformance.com
www.Thunder-Max.com
NEW CUSTOM BIKE WEB SITE TO ADVERTISE ON–Dear Bikernet.com Ad Director, I am the Advertising Director for Customcycle.com, Custommotorcycle.comand Custommotorcycles.com. We receive over 1,000 random uniques per dayfrom people looking for anything and everything related to the businessthat has to with the custom motorcycle experience.
We have space available on each site (ad size 250px x 250p) placing yourlink and logo for $99 per month. (minimum 3 months)There are 9 spaces available on these sites, we would like you to promoteyour related site on our page and take advantage of these random uniques!
Here is the format: http://www.braintrustmarketing.com
Your company can take one banner for 3 months with any graphics that youwant, or we can design and place the ad at no additional cost. As statedabove, our 1,000 random unique visitors per day want to know how to get to KNOW YOU!
–Scott McGinn
Advertising Director
Customcycle.com
Custommotorcycle.com
Custommotorcycles.com
sales@braintrustmarketing.com
860-625-7257
Hot Bike’s World Champs Special to get three months on the newsstand–Official World Championship consumer Media Partner Hot Bike Magazine is to publish a special edition later this year, dedicated to the 5th annual Official World Championship of Custom Bike Building.
Featuring complete coverage of the 2008 World Championship, this collector’s special will showcase all the great custom motorcycle design and engineering that will have been seen at the event at Sturgis this year.
In-depth Official Partner and ’08 competitor profiles, reviews of parts and accessories used and created by this year’s contestants, and special end-of-year round-up of the International Scene will bring together bikes and builders from all around the world in a unique one-off guide.
Targeted at the highest spending, highest mileage custom motorcycle riders and the serious enthusiast there’ll be a 95,000 print run with three months on the newsstand and a pre-Christmas on-sale of October 28th (materials due 8-26).
Contact your sales rep or associate publisher David Roe for details of this exciting opportunity to showcase your products in this Official World Championship endorsed special edition.
Tel: 661 252 6129
david.roe@sourceinterlink.com
BAAS METAL CRAFT CUSTOM CYCLES SCORED A NEW TOY–Kevin Baas was kind enough to help the Bikernet Brouhaha with Best of Show plaques. Right now they’re with Jim Murillo for some candy tangerine. Hang on. Here’s Kevin’s new toy. If you need custom made motorcycles, steel signs, art, furniture and fabricated parts get in touch with the Teach.
www.baasmetalcraft.com
952-215-1252
“When in doubt, burn out!”
IN SEARCH OF STEVEN TYLER– I am going to Sturgis for my first time this Year. Need some help, Need to know What day/days is Steven Tyler going to be at ThunderRoad this year and What Time on those days?
I am coming from Texas and cannot come the whole week is why I need your help. I want to meet Steven and get an autograph and need to know what day/s and time each day he will appear.
I DO NOT WANT TO MISS HIM AND NEED YOUR HELP DESPERATLEY. I have been told that he would be there Aug. 4th-8th and then heard Only on the 8th, and heard he will come out at 12 noon til 3pm from one site and one says only from 5:30pm to 6;15pm????
I am very confused and need more information that is correct and I can count on, Can you pleeeeeeeee-ase help me?
~Laura~
Rumor has it Steven Tyler is planning to be at Thunder Road on Wed & Thurs at 3 and Friday at 12 noon.
This is the schedule but subject to change…it has twice already! 🙂
HARLEY-DAVIDSON INTRODUCES TRI GLIDE ULTRA CLASSIC–Designed from the Frame Up for Reliable, Comfortable Three-Wheel Touring
MILWAUKEE (July 22, 2008) ? Harley-Davidson brings original-equipment design, quality and service to the three-wheel motorcycle segment with the introduction of the 2009 Tri Glide Ultra Classic motorcycle. Based on a new chassis designed specifically for this three-wheel application, the Tri Glide offers the classic styling and popular touring features of the Harley-Davidson Ultra Classic Electra Glide in a vehicle that will be sold and serviced by the network of Harley-Davidson dealers and covered by a two-year Harley-Davidson limited warranty. The Tri Glide will have an MSRP of $29,999.
Harley-Davidson launched a ?wheels-up? strategy in the development of the Tri Glide, and has created a frame and associated chassis structure that is engineered specifically to handle the loads generated by the steering forces and weight of a three-wheel vehicle. Changes to the front-end geometry enhance steering control by reducing steering effort up to 25 percent. The forks have been lengthened by 1.775 inches compared to the regular Touring motorcycle, and rake is increased from 29.25 degrees to 32.00 degrees. A steer damper controls coast-down wobble, and minimizes bumps and other road inputs during turning events.
Harley-Davidson has designed a new rear-axle assembly for the Tri Glide that utilizes an aluminum center section with steel axle tubes. The Tri Glide retains the high-strength and low-maintenance advantages of belt final drive, and the smooth operation of a rubber-cushioned, compensated rear drive. The rear suspension features dual air-adjustable rear shock absorbers.
The Tri Glide is powered by a Twin Cam 103 V-Twin engine with Electronic Sequential Port Fuel Injection (ESPFI), rated at 101 ft. lbs. of torque. It retains the 6-speed Cruise Drive transmission used on Harley-Davidson Touring motorcycles, but adds an optional electric reverse ($1,195) integrated with the rear differential assembly that is engaged with a handlebar-mounted reverse module. The Tri Glide has dual front disc brakes and a Hayes Brake dual-disc rear brake system with a lever-actuated, integrated park brake.
See all the new model specs and info on Bikernet in the next couple of days.
GREG?S CUSTOM CYLES ADDS TO THE DEEPSICKNESS LINE WITH THE NEWVENGEANCE BARS–Clearwater, Fl ? July 2008 – Synonymous for his custom motorcycles and Deep Sickness Front End; custom bike builder Greg Rice adds to his line with the DeepSickness Vengeance Bars. The V-bars are offered two ways; pre drilled for external wiring or internal wiring to give your bike that clean, sleek look.
These bars are top quality 1? inch DOM steel tubing. Standard bars measure 32 inches end to end and have 6-inch risers. MSRP is $495 raw. Customizing is available; the risers can be made longer or shorter to fit your riding style and comfort. They?re offered in raw, chromed, and powder coated with pinstriped finishes or painted to match your bike. The V-Bars will fit all Harley-Davidson? models and Metric cruisers. Made is the USA. MSRP $495 raw. For further information, call Greg?s Custom Cycles at (727) 461-4840 or visit www.gregscycles.com
and high quality motorcycle parts. We pride ourselves on our eye catching and ahead of the curve designs, transforming even the most basic stock bike into a one-of-a-kind ride. Our parts are proudly manufactured in the United States and have been featured in some of the most reputable bike magazines in the world.
Another addition to the Rapide lineup – Crime Scene Choppers Rapide Air Cleaner–Santa Cruz, CA July 2008 ? The evocative design of Crime Scene Choppers Rapide Air Cleaner takes us back to another era. This Air Cleaner features the distinctive Rapide scallop design polished on the satin-finished body with a brass grill or, all in chrome. Go ahead and paint the body of the Air Cleaner to match your bike for that unique custom look.
The Rapide Air Cleaner fits S&S Super E or G, and stock CV carburetors, as well as a Mikuni carburetor with an adapter (sold separately). It includes the stainless steel mounting plate, attachment clip, and filter support screen plus all stainless steel hardware and two filter elements (one high flow and one standard).
Retail Price $319.00 to $339.00. The full Rapide line includes Tail Lights and Headlight. 100% made in the USA.
For more information check it out at: www.crimescenechoppers.com or give us a call at 831.406.0126.
MOTORCYCLES MADE FROM… OLD WATCH PARTS–You thought you had seen it all.
–from Art Friedman
BIKERNET HIGH SCHOOL HISTORY LESSON–If any of you have doubt about what we kids paid for a coke and a sandwich at Woolworths in the 1950s, here’s proof of the era we lived……..and it was a GREAT ERA to live as a teenager !!!!
D&D LOW CAT PIPES KICK ASPHALT–New Pipes For Performance Harley Softail Riders – D&D Performance LOW CAT Exhaust pipes are dyno-tuned for Harley Softails. They are up swept in the back to allow for spirited cornering and increased performance.