Hey,
The Redhead of Redheads was sick this morning. Easyriders finally announced their auction block effort to the public. Reactions are mixed. The government is trying to find its way and the rest of the world is at war. WTF?
I say we let the readers own Easyriders and put the spirit and freedom back. The government needs to put the Freedom back. Hell, even England is trying to put the Freedom back. Let’s dance in the streets once more. Let the folks who don’t like Freedom fight it out forever. Knock yourselves out.
The Bikernet Weekly News is sponsored by companies who dig Freedom including Cycle Source Magazine, the MRF, Las Vegas Bikefest, Iron Trader News, ChopperTown and BorntoRide.com.
Let’s hit it:
‘Scout 42’ 2015 Indian Custom Scout By Dirty Bird Concepts
Beautiful work.
I am considering purchasing a 2017 Scout 100.
(1) Does anyone make a brake upgrade from the single piston units to four pistons up front and two pistons rear?
(2) Where are the, cafe fairing, and radiator dam, purchased from?
(3) Are there any sources for analog gauges, Speedo, Tach, Fuel?
(4) Is the engine capable of being blueprinted and balanced?
(5) Does the engine come with a cam tensioner plate (that fails), or timing gears?
(6) Is the balance point, center of gravity, located high like the Road King/FLs, or does it feel lower?
Great work.
Thanks.
–Mudborne
mudborne@outlook.com
Long Island, NY
Here’s a link to Dirty Bird.
https://dirtybirdconcepts.com/
More and more companies are making Indian parts, but it could take awhile. Check with Performance Machine and Bikers Choice.
S&S PRODUCT OF THE WEEK– T124 Black Edition Longblock Engine for Select 2007-’16 H-D Twin Cam 96, 103, 110 Models – 585 GPE Cams: $6,695.95.
Features & Benefits
Large cooling fins- increase cooling efficiency
Gloss black rocker covers, gear cover, tappet blocks and pushrod tubes
2 year warranty
Made in USA
Specifications
124 cubic inches
10.2:1 compression
S&S forged rocker arms
S&S Easy Start 585 cams
S&S high flow oil pump
NEW ANTIQUE MOTORCYCLE MAGAZINE OUT NOW– The current issue is in the mail now. While you are patiently awaiting your copy in the mail, you can click on the above cover image to see exactly the same magazine, containing every page, every story and every ad, from your desktop computer, your laptop, your tablet or even your phone!
For those in the U.S. you will receive your copy within days. Members in Canada and Mexico in a week or so and overseas in several weeks. That’s the main reason for this email. Regardless of your postal worker’s speed, everyone gets this version at the same time.
The digital edition is an invaluable tool for members who want to find a story from an old magazine. As new magazines are posted, we’ll build up an archive of past issues you can refer to anytime, without fumbling through that stack of printed magazines in the corner of your shop.
All you’ll need to take advantage of this new benefit is your AMCA number and your last name. Just fill in that information on the login page and start reading.
In the March/April 2017 issue of the Antique Motorcycle, you’ll discover:
The inside story behind sidecar racing nearly 90 years ago, as told through a one-of-a-kind Harley motorcycle with a leaning Flxi sidecar.
The wide range of U.S.-born classics to be found at the Wauseon National Meet.
How many kickstarts it takes to get through an AMCA National Road Run.
And much more!
If you are a New Member and signed up or Renewed after February 1st, your first printed issue will be the following issue but please enjoy this digital issue this month.
So go ahead, click here (or on the magazine cover above), and experience The Antique Motorcycle Digital Companion Edition.
AMA Supermoto Brings More High-Energy Racing to Sturgis Buffalo Chip Moto Stampede– The epicenter of rally racing, the Sturgis Buffalo Chip has added even more exciting racing action for 2017.
AMA Supermoto, a high-energy race hybrid, will bring Sturgis Buffalo Chip campers face to face with the ultimate “through-the-streets” style racing on Friday, Aug. 11 and Saturday, Aug. 12. Spectators watching in both the amphitheater and at surrounding campsites will be able to get an up-close view of all the action as AMA Supermoto competitors take their battle through the Chip’s amphitheater and around some of the surrounding streets in the campground prior to the night’s concert performances as part of the Chip’s Moto Stampede.
Supermoto, a sport that grew from the TV series “Superbikers,” is a cross-discipline event in which road racers, dirt trackers and moto crossers compete on a unique track that combines pavement and dirt built for jumps, high speeds and back-it-in sliding turn maneuvers.
“The AMA Supermoto racers will be blasting right through the campground,” said Rod Woodruff, President of the Sturgis Buffalo Chip. “The unique nature of the track will allow people to see the action up close and possibly without even leaving their campsite.”
The Motorcycle Industry’s Most Concentrated Series of Events
To date the 2017 Buffalo Chip’s Moto Stampede schedule includes:
Friday, Aug. 4 – Dirt Riot Off-road Trials
Saturday, Aug. 5 – Dirt Riot Off-road Racing
Sunday, Aug. 6 – AMA Pro Racing sanctioned American Flat Track Buffalo Chip TT presented by Indian Motorcycle
Wednesday, Aug. 9 – Roland Sands Design’s Super Hooligan Races presented by Indian Motorcycle
Wednesday, Aug. 9 – Street Drag Invitational with Crazy John
Thursday, Aug. 10 – Doug Danger’s World Record Rattlesnake Jump on Evel Knievel’s 1972 Harley-Davidson XR750
Friday, Aug. 11 – AMA Supermoto West Racing
Saturday, Aug. 12 – AMA Supermoto West Racing
Nine nights of world-class concerts including George Thorogood and Destroyers and the Doobie Brothers will top off the action. More exciting motorsport and concert announcements are expected soon.
Those interested can get more information and purchase passes at BuffaloChip.com. Those who sign up for the Buffalo Chip’s newsletter, the Sturgis Rider News, will be the first to receive upcoming announcements.
More info about AMA Supermoto can be found at www.SupermotoUSA.com.
SADDLEMEN PRODUCT OF THE WEEK–
Check out the CD series and let me know if this works for a Dyna. –Buster, Saddlemen. Here’s one example.
http://www.saddlemen.com/sissy-bar-mounted-bags
R1300LXE Deluxe Roll Bag
Universal Mounting – Saddlemen’s Universal Mounting System allows each bag to be installed on just about any sissy bar, backrest or luggage rack.
Rain Cover – When the weather gets wet, this bag’s rain cover can be quickly deployed to protect your bag and your things. The rain cover goes over your bag and cinches closed with an adjustable drawstring. When the weather brightens up again, it can be easily hidden away.
Shoulder Straps – Shoulder strap system gets your gear to and from the bike.
Expandable – Carry the bag full and go home with more with the R1300LXE’s great expandable feature increases the main compartment another 4 inches.
Other Features:
Fully rigid; looks great empty or full.
Multiple D-rings provide easy mounting options for hard-to-fit motorcycles.
Wide top opening for easy packing.
Top carry handle and shoulder strap included for easy toting off bike.
Lockable zipper pulls.
Constructed of UV-, water-, and weather-resistant 1200 denier Saddle Tuff™ and leather-like vinyl panels.
Dimensions: unexpanded 16″ L x 10″ W x 9.5″ H; expanded 20″ L x 10″ W x 9.5″ H; measures 1,300 cubic inches
Saddlemen Part #: 3515-0075
Drag Specialties/Parts Unlimited Part #: 3515-0075
Download Instructions
Price: $79.00
–Buster
Sons of Anarchy’ Spinoff, Cast News: Series Finds Its Lead Star in ‘East Los High.’
“Sons of Anarchy” creator Kurt Sutter will be back to direct and even co-write the “Mayans MC” pilot with co-executive producer Elgin James.
In other news, Sutter has been in a tense Twitter exchange with “Quantico” star Aaron Diaz and some of his fans after the actor tweeted him hoping to get a role in the spinoff.
“You got it! When we do that scene where we mutilate the face of a pretty boy with perfect hair, I’ll give you a call. Datup,” he teasingly tweeted to Diaz, who was offended by the joke.
–BY JANNA DELA CRUZ , CHRISTIAN POST CONTRIBUTOR
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QUICK, OPEN THE BIKERNET BAD JOKE LIBRARY– A man is stranded on a desert island, all alone for ten years. One day, he sees a speck in the horizon. He thinks to himself, “It’s not a ship.” The speck gets a little closer and he thinks, “It’s not a boat.” The speck gets even closer and he thinks, “It’s not a raft.”
Then, out of the surf comes this gorgeous blonde woman, wearing a wet suit and scuba gear. She comes up to the guy and she says, “How long has it been since you’ve had a cigarette?”
“Ten years!” he says.
She reaches over, unzips a waterproof pocket on her left sleeve and pulls out a pack of fresh cigarettes. He takes one, lights it, takes a long drag and says, “Man, oh man! Is that good!”
Then she asks, “How long has it been since you’ve had a drink of whiskey?”
He replies, “Ten years!”
She reaches over, unzips her waterproof pocket on the right, pulls out a flask and gives it to him. He takes a long swig and says, “Wow, that’s fantastic!”
Then she starts unzipping this long zipper that runs down the front of her wet suit and she says to him, “And how long has it been since you’ve had some real fun?”
And the man replies, “My God! Don’t tell me you’ve got a motorcycle in there!”
–from Rogue
THE MUSTANG ROUND-UP FROM SCOTT JACOBS– “The Roundup” is Scott’s latest painting from his Deadwood, South Dakota studio. What could be better than all the best classic Mustangs.
Edition Size: 50
Image Size: 36″ x 20″
Please call or email your rep if you’d like more information.
Our mailing address is:
Scott Jacobs Studio
670 Main St
Deadwood, SD 57732
THE LATEST FROM DEUS EX MACHINA, THE BEL AIR 1200– by Michael Woolaway
Introducing the 21st build to come out of Woolie’s Workshop, the Deus Ex Machina Bel Air 1200 Framer.
This motorcycle was built by Michael Woolaway for a customer who requested a bike similar to The American, one of the first creations to roll out of Woolie’s Workshop in Venice Beach California.
For Woolie, building a bike with a Harley motor is a significant undertaking, and taken with honor to the maker’s American racing heritage, particularly the era of KRTTs on the road racing circuit. This time around, Woolie was also inspired by another American icon: “I thought about what I loved about American Design, and it hit me. The 1957 Chevy Bel Air!” Says Woolaway, having restored a few back in the day at his auto body shop in Hood River, Oregon.
The ‘50s style is evident in the fins in the seat cowl, handshaped by Woolie from aluminum. The tank is also a one-offer formed with the help of the english wheel, power hammer, and a healthy assortment of dollies and hammers, all eager to fulfill their purpose in the hands of the well-learned shaper.
When it came to the paint, Woolie went down to Anaheim Rod and Custom with a vague idea in mind and worked side-by-side with Matt until they concocted the perfect mix. “I’ve found it so much easier to mix colors in person as you can control it and you are never surprised with the outcome.” What he wanted and what he got turned out to be pretty darn spot on, a perfect reference to the golden era.
The chromoly frame features an internal dual oil feed system and accommodates an asymmetrical monoshock. And not only is it significantly lighter than than stock, it is also much stiffer with road-racing geometry for high-speed straight-line stability and responsive handling in the corners.
Close your eyes and you might just mistake yourself astride a small track bike, but don’t forget to open your eyes when you roll open the throttle lest you whip yourself into outer space. Yes, my friend, that would be a very powerful engine between your legs. 74 cubic inches of combustible American rocketpower and generations of large family breeding.
Specs:
1998 Harley Davidson Evolution 1200cc motor
Keihin FCR-39 carburetor
K&N Air filter
Daytona Twin Tec ignition system
Hand made Stainless steel chrome plated exhaust system
RaceTech rear shock built by Jimmy Wood at Moto Station
R6 forks redone by Jimmy Wood
Rad Engineering hubs with Sun rims and spokes
Bridgestone tires
Brembo brakes with a Magura master cylinder
LSL Bars
Carbon Fiber front fender
Motogadget guages
Special Thanks to
Motul
Bridgestone
Rizoma
Magura
Anaheim Rod and Custom
Safeway Powder Coating
Use code ‘BELAIR1200‘ at checkout
for 15% Off Deus Ex Machina jackets
DAYTONA EDITOR’S CHOICE SHOW CANCELED– I should have sent this e-mail a long time ago, but I was hoping that things would change and they have not.
Unfortunately, as Daytona is only 9 days away, there will not be an Editor’s Choice Show for Bike Week this year. Sadly, Harley-Davidson has decided to go a different direction with their portion of the show in spite of what I believe to be very successful shows last year.
Apparently they have decided to move away from the custom segment of their shows and move it to the dealership to aid in developing traffic for their dealers.
While this is a great disappointment in that we were hoping to build on last year’s events, we will just move forward with it as it has been in previous years. Bad part is there is no time to do this for Daytona, so…. I suggest we start planning for Sturgis now instead.
I believe that there will be no problem for the Iron Horse to be our host in Sturgis, and with this much lead time I will be happy to get everyone some ad and social media materials to start promotion. If this is agreeable with everyone shoot me some suggestions on a day that will fit for everyone and let’s move forward.
Again, very sorry that this didn’t work out better for us. I know you all put good effort behind this and I feel bad for not maximizing the work.
–Chris Callen
Editor In Chief
Cycle Source Magazine
www.cyclesource.com
Cycle Source on Facebook
This is a very interesting article…
I would like to know more if there is any more about this change-out…this is motorcycle country around here, Murrells Inlet, SC. This is the south end of Myrtle Beach…
I ride a 1979 H-D Super-Glide, set-up like a low-rider, 3.5 gal. tanks & all,,, old shovel-head & I like Shovelheads.
I will print this out & if you have any more info sure like to have it…
— linn perry
linnr27@hotmail.com
Murrells Inlet, South Carolina 29576
We are not sure where the master, Deacon, is or what he is doing now, but I will look into this. Maybe we need an updated version.–Wrench
EXCITING NEWS FROM PROGRESSIVE INSURANCE— We have chased Progressive for awhile to produce and article on their promotional wild chopper seats. We’re getting close. Check this Youtube
“I’d love to share some information on the new Thrones campaign,” said Becky Thayer, from Progressive Insurance.
“Here is a video to give some background context,”
“Below is the team we worked with to ideate and produce the thrones and the final ads.”
Agency: Arnold Worldwide
Prop Builder: Anthony Altamore, Buffalo Art Co.
Photographer: Dana Neibert
Producer: Paige Dorian
MC Consultant: Chase Stopnik, Cycle Zombies
Fabricator/Welder: Mike Turallo
Please let me know if you have any questions!
Hang on, as we get closer to a complete tech.
–Bandit
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BIKERNET NUTRITIONAL DEPARTMENT– Hi folks…Dr. Oz said eat more fish and less red meat,,,sooooooooo
I’m going fishing on my ‘new’ kayak (I traded an AK-47 to a Sporting Goods Store for it to…they threw in two Rods and two reels… I’ll fish just beyond the kelp beds in the attached picture…awoooooooo
Derrel aka The ‘Old Good lookin’ guy
Awoooooooooo
–Derrel Whitemyer
BIKERNET SPECIAL REPORT BLOWS THE LID OFF CITIZENS CLAIMING MOTORCYCLES ARE DANGEROUS– How Motorcycle Riding Improves Physical Health
This blog post is dedicated to every rider who’s sick to death of those “motorcycles are so dangerous” conversations, to every mother who’s convinced her son or daughter is insane for riding, and for anyone who needs a really good excuse to go out and buy a bike. The bottom line is that riding a motorcycle is a form of low-impact exercise that improves muscle tone, can assist with weight loss, and has a multitude of health benefits. These health benefits include but are not limited to:
Healthier, stronger knees and thighs: A well-known orthopaedic surgeon in Indy once told me that motorcycle riders have fewer knee problems because riding a bike strengthens key muscles used to hold the patella and other bones in the knee in place. He told me that riding a motorcycle may reverse knee pain and problems and can most definitely prevent them.
Most of the key muscles used to hold knee bones in place reside in the thigh. Ever notice that chicks that ride bikes have nice thighs? There’s a reason! Additionally, backing a bike into a parking spot, especially uphill, is basically like doing leg presses with a 600 pound weight. It works!
Check the full report in Bikernet Special Reports tomorrow.
–Rogue
National Senior Supreme Editor
Bikernet Baggers
Member of Sturgis Motorcycle Hall of Fame
Harley-Davidson Factory Team Primed For Flat-Track Battle– It’s a flat-track triple threat. The Harley-Davidson Factory Flat Track Racing Team will unleash a three-rider squad in 2017. Former AMA Grand National champions Kenny Coolbeth Jr. and Jake Johnson and young flat-track star Brandon Robinson will race in the legendary Factory Team leathers.
The team was announced today during a live interview with Coolbeth, Johnson and Robinson during ABC network coverage of ESPN’s X Games Aspen.
Gunning for the checkered flag aboard the fierce Harley-Davidson XG750R competition motorcycle, the formidable trio of ace racers will chase a championship on the American Flat Track (AFT) series and fight to medal in the Harley-Davidson Flat Track Racing event at ESPN’s X Games Minneapolis. The racing season opens during Daytona Bike Week at the March 16 AFT Daytona TT on a new circuit featuring a jump to be constructed inside Daytona International Speedway in Daytona Beach, Florida.
H-D Flat Track
“This edition of the Harley Factory Team will bring unmatched savvy and experience to the track,” said Harley-Davidson Vice President and Managing Director U.S. Mike Kennedy. “With a combined 59 Grand National wins and five AMA Pro Grand National championships, this line-up of riders knows what it takes to do battle with the lead pack and will be a force aboard our new Harley-Davidson XG750R Factory Racing bikes. If you are in Daytona for Bike Week, ride to the race and see the Factory Team in action on this exciting new TT track.”
The Harley Factory Team will field a fleet of Harley XG750R bikes for Coolbeth, Johnson and Robinson. With a custom chassis purpose-built for flat track racing, the
XG750R flat tracker is powered by a race-modified, liquid-cooled, fuel-injected 750cc Revolution X™ V-Twin engine originally engineered for the Harley-Davidson Street® 750, a motorcycle designed for maximum urban maneuverability with rebellious Dark Custom™ attitude. The Revolution X engine is assembled at Harley-Davidson Vehicle and Powertrain Operations in Kansas City, Missouri.
“I’m excited to be one of the riders helping to push the XG750R to the front of the field,” said Robinson. “I’m sure I’ll be battling with Kenny and Jake to see who can make history and score the first win aboard the new bike. I’ve learned a lot racing against them. Now we’re working together to bring home a championship for Harley-Davidson.”
The race-modified Revolution X engine and a racing frame for the XG750R were developed in collaboration with Vance & Hines Motorsports. The XG750R flat tracker motorcycle is not a production model. The 750cc XG Revolution X V-Twin engine is for sale through Harley-Davidson dealers today and can be modified for racing use by aspiring dealers and privateers.
A three-time AMA Pro Grand National champion (2006-2008), the veteran Coolbeth has won 36 times in AMA Grand National competition, more than any active racer in the series. Coolbeth claimed three consecutive titles while racing for the Harley-Davidson Factory Team from 2006 to 2013. Aboard the Zanotti Racing Harley-Davidson XR750 in 2016, Coolbeth won at the Springfield Mile and finished seventh in points. He was named the AMA Flat Track Rookie of the Year in 1994 and won his first Grand National race in 2002. Coolbeth is 39 years old and lives in Center Hill, Florida.
Jake Johnson won consecutive AMA Pro Grand National championships (2010-2011) on Zanotti Racing Harley-Davidson XR750 motorcycles and has won 20 times in AMA Grand National competition since moving up to the top pro class in 2002. In 2016 Johnson won on the Daytona short track and was fourth in the GNC1 season standings. Johnson won the AMA Pro Singles championship in 2006 and 2008 and was AMA Flat Track Rookie of the Year in 2002. Johnson is 32 years old and lives on Coatesville, Pa.
Brandon Robinson enjoyed a break-out season in 2013 with seven top-five finishes and three victories, including a sweep of both races on the Springfield Mile. In 2016 Robinson piloted the Kennedy Racing Harley-Davidson XR750 to his fourth career victory with a win on the Lima half-mile, notched two additional podium results and finished third in GNC1 points. In 2008 Robinson was the AMA Basic Twins class champion. Robinson is 26 years old and lives in Oxford, Pa.
Entering its 64th consecutive season, American Flat Track is the most historic form of American motorcycle racing. The re-vamped 2017 American Flat Track series features 18 rounds of racing headlined by powerful, twin-cylinder motorcycles in the AFT Twins class.
The Harley-Davidson Factory Flat Track Racing Team is proudly partnered with Vance & Hines Motorsports.
For more information, visit www.h-d.com.
–from Jesse Williams
–from Born to Ride
LEPERA SEAT OF THE WEEK— Bare Bones/Green Metal Flake/Pleated Seating
Overview
One of the lowest production seats available, the pure and aggressive styling is tapered to the extreme to get your feet on the ground.
Perfect for optional graphics.
Specs
Driver Seating:
10 inches Wide
Passenger Seating:
N/A
MSRP:
$299.00
Options:
Biker Gel: MSRP + $ 87.00
Part Number:
LK-006GRNMFPT [’10-’17] 3.3 Gal Tank
LK-006GRNMFPT [’10-’17] 4.5 Gal Tank
SPITFIRE MOTORCYCLES ACTION— Paul Cavallo and his crew, including his dad helped us build two killer FXRs, one was for my son Frank. He sold it to his son Frank Jr. and now it’s back in the Bikernet Headquarters to complete the registration, road test it and ultimately tear it down for paint.
See, choppers aren’t dead, far from it.
–Bandit
RSD SUPER HOOLIGAN NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIP KICKS OFF
The “thrills and spills” of Street Bike Flat Track Racing, with the 2017 Super Hooligan National Championship Series (SHNC) sponsored by Indian Motorcycle, is off to a great start. We kicked the series off with The 1 Pro in Salem, OR followed by Mama Tried’s Flat Out Friday in Milwaukee, WI. It’s been a no-holds-barred battle to the stripe at these races and all on 500 lbs. of fury.
Couldn’t make the events? We’ve got you covered. Check out the recap below and the current SHNC Points Standings attached.
Round 1: The 1 Pro – Salem, Oregon
In association with the annual The 1 Moto Show custom motorcycle show in Portland, The 1 Pro flat track races commenced once again upon the 1/10th mile banked clay oval at Salem Indoor Speedway on Sunday. 1) Sammy Halbert #69 on a RSD Indian Scout, (2) Brad Spencer #7 from San Jose on his Sportster and (3) Andy DiBrino #14 from Portland piloting the See See Motorcycles XG750 made up the field and fought bar-to-bar, putting on a show for the spectators. Everyone was on the edge of their seats watching what was one of the best Super Hooligan races to date. (Click here for the full story)
Round 2: Mama Tried’s Flat Out Friday – Milwaukee, WI
Grassroots racing gets sticky and brings out over 10,000 fans to watch a bunch of motorcycles turn left and beat themselves up for bragging rights at the biannual Flat Out Friday races. This indoor Dr. Pepper syrup soaked oval concrete track is in the heart of blue collar America, Milwaukee, at The BMO Harris Bradley Center. It was Benny Carlson (#45) who took home the top spot aboard his XR1200, with some serious bar banging action to keep it up front against Andy DiBrino (#14) XG750 and Terry Vestal (#27) Sportster. (Click here for the full story)
NEXT UP: Round 3: AFT Atlanta Short Track – Woodstock, GA
The next round takes place March 25th in conjunction with American Flat Track on a 3/8-mile banked red clay oval at Dixie Speedway in Woodstock, GA. The Super Hooligan class will be filmed for tape-delayed TV telecast, along with AFT’s GNC1 & GNC2 professional races, by NBC Sports Network. You won’t want to miss the Hooligans getting Western in The South!
Stay tuned for more races across the country ranging from specialty bike shows and concerts to pro American Flat Track events and beach-side racing. The diversity promises a unique experience at each event. Watch Out America… this is Super Hooligan!
For high res images click HERE.
NEW LUCKYS SPEED SHOP PROJECT BIKE– Here is a link with images and videos of the bike. Since I trust your honest input, anything you can do to steer me in the right direction in marketing to sell this bike would be greatly appreciated.
It has never been shown or photographed for any publication. I know building the prominence is vital to the best return but honestly I don’t have the funds or time to invest.
http://luckys-speed-shop.com/?page_id=17
— Don Yates
Lucky’s Speed Shop
480-861-5061
This sharp piece will be featured on Bikernet tomorrow. He needs to sell it to cover doctor bills. Too bad.—Bandit
The better prescription would be to take “two” redheads, (who are “very” good friends), and remain in bed for at least 24 hours.
–Pauly D.
Chicago, IL
THE WALTHER CREED GIVEAWAY– Walther is proud to announce the February & March Creed Giveaway. The February product is a gorgeous Angel Blue, and the March is a custom design in honor of St. Patricks day. Keep updated on our social media platforms for info to enter the giveaway.
Our mailing address is:
Walther Arms, Inc.
7700 Chad Colley Blvd
Fort Smith, AR 72916
THE BEST ITALIAN BIKER FEST– The 31st Biker Fest International is the Italian Bike Week and the most important motorcycle meeting in Italy and one of the best in Europe and worldwide.
The event will take place again in Lignano Sabbiadoro (Udine), a famous seaside resort on the northern Adriatic coast, from 18 to 21 of May.
The event takes place in 3 different areas of the city: the whole town of Lignano Sabbiadoro is involved in this event. This solution was highly appreciated by the audience and offer the possibility to extend the event and to expand the variety of shows and offers.
The theme of the Biker Fest is the internationality of guests, exhibitors and shows; an excellent attraction is the oldest european Bike Show, with the final of the Italian Motorcycle Championship and the only stage of AMD World Championship in Italy.
Exposition will be displayed on Terrazza a Mare (pier) with rich prizes.
Biker Fest also features freestyle motocross shows, stunt men with Team DABOOT and Vanni Oddera, an off-road area, bike tours in the Friuli region, 10 live concerts and many other exhibitions you can discover on the web (together with the program being defined).
On Saturday evening, the great parade around the city: it starts at 7 p.m. from Luna Park. In the parking in front of the Stadium many official Motor Companies will offer Demo Rides for free with all new Motorcycle models (like Honda, BMW, Yamaha, Moto Guzzi, ecc.).
There will be also the Official Harley-Davidson Truck with all new models for test.
Thanks to the successfully past editions also this year there will be the Scrambler Challenge (since 2014) in the Off Road Area, the only one European event dedicated to this motorcycle segment.
Another highlight is U.S. Car Reunion, the oldest meeting of American Cars in Italy (since 1995): www.uscarreunion.it that will take place at the Luna Park area.
Info & program: info@bikerfest.it – www.bikerfest.it – www.italianbikeweek.net – tel. +39. (0)432.948777 – fax +39. (0)432.948606
Favoured Booking hotel and camping: booking@bikerfest.it
NEW USMC RECRUITING POSTER–
13,506 MARINES APPLIED FOR WHITEHOUSE DETAIL LAST WEEK!
–from Robin Hartfiel
MRF Leadership, Friends and Partners–
As you know, in January the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) announced their intention to move forward with nominations to the Motorcyclist Advisory Council or MAC.
The MRF worked with our champions in the House and Senate to express our misgivings surrounding the lack of motorcyclists on the Council reaching out directly to the new Secretary of Transportation Elaine Chao to discuss these.
This week, we were informed that the FHWA has decided to delay the MAC nomination and comment process by 30 days. It is not clear if this is directly related to the MRF’s work on this issue but we are viewing it as a positive sign that our concerns are being heard at the highest level.
I will continue to keep you informed as this issue progresses and provide updates.
Here is the link to the announcement:
This is a courtesy notification that FHWA announced an extension of the deadline for nomination applications for the Motorcyclist Advisory Council until March 23, 2017. Please see the notice at the Federal Register: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2017/02/27/2017-03711/motorcyclist-advisory-council-to-the-federal-highway-administration
–Megan Ekstrom
Vice-President, Government Affairs & Public Relations
Motorcycle Riders Foundation
IACONA CUSTOM CYCLES releases the Fuggedaboutit Ignition Switch–
The Fuggedaboutit Ignition Switch is fabricated to attach on the Sportster primary cover in an easy-to-reach location, thus cleaning up the engine cradle area.
Iacona Custom Cycles released their latest product, the Fuggedaboutit Ignition Switch, designed for 1986-2003 Sportster applications.
The switch is used for custom Sportsters and OEM stock replacements. The Fuggedaboutit Ignition Switch is fabricated to attach on the Sportster primary cover in an easy-to-reach location, thus cleaning up the engine cradle area.
The kit comes with a cnc machined- billet aluminum barrel, Diamond Engineering’s stainless steel mounting screws, set screws, nuts, connectors and a marine grade ignition/starter switch for added water and vibration-resistance.
“Our award winning custom bikes have become our R&D platform for custom parts,” explained Steven Iacona, president. “The ignition switch is the first of our next twenty parts that are scheduled to be released in the coming twelve to eighteen months.”
The switch features an off/on/start with return-to-run position. It works like an automotive ignition switch and can be very easily installed, with all necessary wiring directions and installation hardware included.
The Fuggedaboutit Ignition Switch is available in 3 finishes, including brushed, polished and black anodized.
–Jeff Najar
Dealer Contact:
Steve Iacona
718-234-1121
Email iaconacc@gmail.com,
www.iaconacustomcycles.com / www.facebook.com/iaconacustomcycles.
DUCATI’S PREMIER FINANCING PROGRAM LAUNCHES NATIONWIDE–
Riders can now own a new Ducati for the cost of a coffee a day.
It’s true. For the cost of a good cup of coffee per day, motorcycle enthusiasts across the U.S. can afford the Ducati of their dreams.
Because today, Italian motorcycle manufacturer Ducati announced the launch of its new flexible financing program, Ducati Premier Financing. This Program is a major step forward in Ducati’s new brand-expansion strategy, and one that allows far more riders to access a premium product many have felt to be out of reach… until now.
The Program’s flexibility means that riders can enjoy affordable and far lower monthly payments compared to traditional financing, even with a low down payment. There are no wear-and-tear or mileage restrictions, owners can opt for a shorter trading cycle if they want to trade in for the latest model, and they can add accessories as they choose; unlike a traditional lease.
At the end of term owners can trade for the newest Ducati model, sell it privately, or pay it off. The result is a monthly rate that would be less than the cost of renting a comparable motorcycle for just a single day.
Ducati Premier Financing applies to all 2017 Ducati models, including the recently released Multistrada 950 ($169/month) and even the new Monster 1200 S ($199/month.) Other highly anticipated releases to come – Desert Sled, SuperSport, Café Racer and Monster 797 – are also covered by the program.
Premier Financing is sure to be especially popular for the sub-$10,000 Scramblers, including the Sixty2 ($89.00/month) or the Icon ($99.00/month). New entrants to motorcycling will appreciate the Monster 821’s $139.00 per month pricing, but even hardcore enthusiasts can ride out for less than two cups of coffee a day, with the Monster 1200’s $176 per month price tag or Panigale 959’s $185 per month.
Additional information about Ducati, including participating dealers and availability can be found at www.ducati.com.
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MATHEW HINTZ ARTWORK SELECTED FOR DAYTONA BIKE WEEK POSTER–
Daytona Chamber Names Hintz Official Artist of Bike Week
An original painting by the Milwaukee-based gas-and-oil artist Mathew Hintz has been selected as the key image on the Daytona Regional Chamber of Commerce 2017 Bike Week Poster. The Daytona Chamber has also named Hintz the Official Artist of Daytona Bike Week.
This is the third consecutive year a work by Mathew Hintz has been featured on the official Daytona Bike Week commemorative poster. Created in his distinctive layered-paint style, the painting depicts a classic motorcycle fuel tank with a Florida palm tree reflected in the chrome gas cap. Copies of the poster are free and available while supplies last at the Daytona Bike Week Welcome Center on Beach Street, and at select area businesses.
A graduate of the Milwaukee Institute of Art & Design, Hintz has worked professionally for more than 20 years to develop an impressionistic painting style that’s as singular as a thumbprint and celebrates the form and craftsmanship of motorcycles and automobiles.
From 2014 to 2016 Hintz was a Licensed Harley-Davidson Artist producing works sold through Harley-Davidson dealerships. His painting of the redesigned 2015 Harley-Davidson Road Glide motorcycle was featured on the cover of HOG Magazine, and Hintz has created the original cover art for Harley-Davidson Owner Manuals from 2008 to 2017.
To see more work by Mathew Hintz or to contact the artist regarding an original commission go to HintzStudios.com
RESTAURANT ATTACKS VET– Restaurant tells vet supporters to lose the bling.
American Legion Riders surprised by Dave & Buster’s policy on motorcycle vests
KENTWOOD, Mich. (WOOD) — Victor Murdock wears his American Legion vest proudly, honoring his father, a U.S. Navy veteran, as a member of the Sons of The American Legion.
“It’s just a good group of guys that want to raise awareness for PTSD, fallen veterans, for the ones that didn’t come back, even for those who did come back and are dealing with situations they never got over,” explained Murdock, the assistant director of American Legion Post 179 in Grandville.
The vest is one way Murdock and other members convey their message. After all, they say, there are few things that define American pride more than the flag and the eagle featured on the vest.
“It says we believe in America. We believe in our troops. We support our veterans,” Murdock said.
So imagine his surprise when he and another Sons of The American Legion member were told the patches on their vests could be misconstrued as gang symbols.
It happened Saturday night at the Dave & Buster’s location on 28th Street across from the Shops at CenterPoint. As the two men and their wives waited for a table, the manager informed them of a policy against motorcycle vests bearing patches and asked the men to turn their vests inside out.
They chose to leave instead.
“It’s ridiculous. I was blown away,” Murdock said. “Probably one of the first times in my life I noticed right off the bat I was being discriminated against. ”
Monday, the restaurant manager told 24 Hour News 8 that he wasn’t allowed to speak on camera, but his bosses at Dave & Buster’s corporate headquarters in Dallas confirmed the policy.
“We are extremely grateful to all of our active military members and veterans and are honored to have them as valued guests in any of our locations,” April Spearman, the vice president for marketing for Dave & Buster’s, wrote in a statement. “Though we understand that the American Legion promotes a positive mission, for consistency reasons we cannot allow motorcycle jackets displaying patches or rockers.”
In a followup email to 24 Hour News 8, Spearman added that Dave & Buster’s would have also allowed the men to leave their vests at coat check, but that they left before the manager could give them that option.
–by Joe LaFurgey
WoodTV
–from Rogue
REGISTRATION FOR LAS VEGAS BIKEFEST 2017 IS NOW OPEN!–
CLICK HERE and use PROMO CODE: LVB305 and receive $10 your registration.
CYCLE SOURCE MAGAZINE WORLD EXCLUSIVE– Got Some Great Products That Will Stop Them In Their Tracks? We Are Looking For Brake Systems & Components For Our Buyer’s Guide.
GOT SOME COOL PARTS THAT WILL STOP THEM IN THEIR TRACKS?
We’re looking for Brake Systems & Components for our May’17 Issue Buyer’s Guide. All you have to do is submit a high res photo and a short description (120 words or less) including price and where to buy it to cyclesourcemain@comcast.net.
This is a free media opportunity for manufacturers of Brake Systems & Components. The deadline is Monday, March 6th. Limit five Submissions per company.
SUNDAY POST COMMENT– I got a laugh out or your Sunday News post about the Rosendale speed trap. I’ve lived in close proximity to Rosendale for most of my life and this speed-trap bullshit has been going on for decades.
Locals know to just keep ‘er right at the limit. Another strategy is to drive through town (which is about a mile from end to end) at 15 mph, just to annoy the residents. A gas station in town sells ‘I Got Busted in Rosendale” t-shirts.
Keep on rockin’
–Charles Plueddeman
Oshkosh, Wis.
(920) 203-1631
“A Good Man to Have Along™”
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THE BIKERNET VERY BAD JOKE LIBRARY IS STILL OPEN, BARELY–
Last week, my girlfriend and I were getting into bed. As our passion began to heat up she said, “I don’t feel like it. I just want you to hold me.”
I said, “WHAT?! What was that?!”
She said, “You’re just not in touch with my emotional needs as a woman enough for me to satisfy your physical needs as a man.”
She responded to my puzzled look by saying, “Can’t you just love me for who I am and not what I do for you in the bedroom?”
Realizing that nothing was going to happen that …night, I went to sleep. The next day I took off of work to spend time with her. We went out to a nice lunch and then went shopping at a big department store. I walked around with her as she tried on several very expensive outfits. She couldn’t decide which one to take, so I told her we’d just buy them all. She wanted new shoes to go with her new clothes, so I said, “Lets get a pair for each outfit.”
We went on to the jewelry counter where she picked out a pair of diamond earrings. She was so excited. I started to think she was testing me because she asked for a tennis bracelet.
I threw her for a loop when I said, “That’s fine, honey.”
She was nearing sexual satisfaction from all of the excitement. Smiling with excited anticipation, she finally said, “I think this is all dear, let’s go to the cashier.”
I could hardly contain myself when I blurted out, “No baby, I don’t feel like it.” Her face went completely blank as her jaw dropped with a baffled, “WHAT?”
I said, “Honey! I just want you to HOLD this stuff for a while. You’re just not in touch with my financial needs as a man enough for me to satisfy your shopping needs as a woman.”
Just when she had this look like she was going to kill me, I added, “Why can’t you just love me for who I am and not for the things I buy you?” Apparently I’m not having sex tonight either…
— from Phil Heneghan and
Rogue
THE BIKERNET TRIKES NEWS SOUNDBITE–
www.BikernetTrikes.com has the Threesome Report for the week.
Tricycles at the South Pole, Daytona Madness, Ultimate Builder Awards, Lawful Insurance, Can-Am Spyder Turbo Concept, Elio Motors, Freethinkers, et al by your SuperSan Editor – Ujjwal Dey
Check out the surprises in the Trikes News Report only at BikernetTrikes.com
–Ujjwal Dey
Most Magnificent International Global Bikernet Trikes Editor
UNCLE MONKEY ON THE BECKONING ROAD– Sometimes the beckoning road can’t be ignored. Other times it shouldn’t be ignored. Work, family and life are a relentless circle that rarely lets up. It is then you find your mind wondering to the open road.
Riding is therapy that soothes the soul, reinvigorates you. Whether it is a short skip down to the corner store for a pack of smokes or a full day criss-crossing this beautiful country that takes us to our happy place.
Worries and concerns melt away into the back ground as you watch the countryside roll by. A small herd of cattle here, a small herd of gophers there.
We focus on the distant clouds, the swaying grasses, the small towns we pass through. We offer a nod to the people on the street, wave to the kids scurrying to the fence to catch a glimpse.
Riding lets us get lost in ourselves, lets us reconnect with nature even if it is at 80 mph. We work out those nagging problems; scream the others into the wind. Problems and solutions only a twist of the throttle away. Suddenly worries seem smaller.
You reassure yourself that you and life will go on. Maybe it is the flicker of the passing roadside hypnotising us. Maybe it is the oxygen force fed into our veins. Maybe it is the thumping of a steel heart synchronizing with ours. Whatever the way we are left refreshed.
We sometimes get tied up within our worlds; it is then we need the road. It is taking the time to step away from our problems that provides clarity. It lets the thoughts and ideas simmer in our subconscious unobstructed by our best intentions. The road distills it down to what we need – what we want.
Only by focused on the road do we let our body do what it has to get us where we need to be. So as the world whirls don’t ignore the road. Take the time to get your knees in the breeze and the wind in your hair.
-bad Uncle Monkey
LIFESTYLE DEAL OF THE WEEK— Softails are coming back. There’s nothing like the classic style or the seating position of a Softail.
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Do not miss MARTIN MOTO 7th Annual MODERN CLASSICS!– THIS SATURDAY MARCH 4, 2017 9 AM – 5 PM
The Modern Classics is our widely acclaimed one-day show of 100+ rare and iconic motorcycles of the 1960 – 1995 eras. This invitation-only collection brings out the best of original, custom and competition bikes in the region and beyond to this unique indoor show.
We like to call it a “Museum for a day”!
The Modern Classics planning committee has selected The Quickest and The Fastest! as the featured class for 2017. Join us to celebrate a selection of period bikes that were acclaimed as the fastest production bikes of the time as well as a sampling of Drag Race machines from the era! You won’t want to miss it!
Artist Makoto Endo will be here painting a super rare Munch Mammoth, Brother Bear will be carving a motorcycle from a huge log and great food is available from the Italian Deli in Skippack. This is so much more than a bike show!
SATURDAY SHOW TICKETS ARE $10 AND AVAILABLE ONLY AT THE DOOR!
Children under 14 are FREE
CLOSED FOR REGULAR BUSINESS ON MARCH 4TH!
Because of the Modern Classics event, we will not be open for regular business in any capacity. Sales, Service and Parts transactions are not possible but normal business will resume on Tuesday morning. We are sorry for any inconvenience. Come enjoy the show!
EASYRIDERS Magazine GROUP on the Block– All assets of Paisano Publications, LLC to be offered for sale by auction. Except David Mann art and the Easyriders Streamliner.
The owner of Paisano Publications announced today that he has put all of the assets of his company up for sale by auction. Paisano, an internationally known publishing and entertainment company was founded 46 years ago by Joe Teresi, Lou Kimzey and Mil Blair.
Joe said of his decision, “It’s time to let someone else have all the fun”. Paisano and its flagship title, Easyriders, has been the industry leader for 46 years. This diversified company publishes 6 additional titles along with numerous specialty products, videos and books.
An entertainment division that conducts consumer and B2B events – custom bike shows, motorcycle rodeos and the leading v-twin motorcycle industry trade show – is included in the sale.
Contact:
Brian Wood
bwood@paisanopub.com
www.PaisanoAuction.com
HAMSTER ALERT— Donnie Smith turning 75. If you are planning to come to the Winternationals and Donnie Smith Bike Show, and to celebrate Donnie’s 75th Birthday, please get your RSVP in right away.
Our deadline is Wednesday. We need to get tickets out and confirm things with the hotel, among other things. The event is coming up very fast and we are less than four weeks away.
We’re looking forward to seeing so many of you here in Minnesota!
–Patty Hamster
Supreme Secretary
Hamster Kingdom
BIG WEEKEND COMING UP—We have action on the doctor’s Panhead bobber project, on Frank Jr’s Dyna Project (both at Dr. John’s for repairs) and on an art project for a Sturgis charity drive.
I’m working with Paughco, Metalsport and Bikers Choice on these efforts. I need to reach out to Paul at Race Tech over another Dyna Project. And we are looking hard at one of our old Shovel projects. Should we turn it into a Chopper. I’m sorta tempted, but I have enough on my plate.
Have a helluva weekend, and I’ll let you know as we know about the Easyriders sale.
Ride Free Forever,
–Bandit
