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Hey,
This has been a wild-as-fuck week at the Bikernet Headquarters, and it’s not over yet. Our two Bonneville bikes left for the Sturgis Museum. Jimmy and his Rioja son, Josh started to prep the side of the building for a mural effort.
Carlos Canales came by to discuss the mural elements and Paul Aiken, from Aeromach sent us the final babe image—Perfect.
Tony Spinalli, a Hamster, who is buying a Road Glide from Eddie Trotta wanted to stop by for lunch. I didn’t have a minute to breathe, but I said yes. Maybe he could give me a hand prepping the bikes for the KeyBoard Shippers who were due to arrive, but who the hell knew when.
We were working on a couple of bikes to take to Sturgis and I finished one. The other one was messing with me. Tony saved my ass.
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CALMING THOUGHT FOR THE DAY–
I find it ironic that the colors red, white, and blue stand for freedom until they are flashing behind you.
If a Republican decides he needs health care, he goes about shopping for it, or may choose a job that provides it.
If a Democrat decides he needs health care, he demands that the rest of us pay for his.
Relationships are a lot like algebra. Have you ever looked at your X and wondered Y?
Money talks…but all mine ever says is good-bye.
–from Rogue and Sidehack Jerry
ADVICE FROM THE BLACK HAWK–
Good to hear from you. Sounds like the same problem that pre-Twin Cam
H-D’s deal with if they sit for a while. There is a check ball in the oil pump that prevents oil draining from the tank into the engine during shutdown. If a small particle of carbon or dirt gets between the ball and the seat when the engine is shut down then oil will drain from the tank in to the engine and cause a cold-start sumping problem.
When you fire the engine oil will blow out the breathers until the engine runs long enough to return the sumped oil to the oil tank. After running the engine long enough to clear it you may want to change the oil and get any contamination out of the system.
Things are good here at the shop. Still going strong. I am still remanufacturing the Indian PP100 engines. They are coming in at a steady rate. I have four of them here now. Plus, I am offering a national rebuild program on my website, which is beginning to spark interest.
My big push is in the vintage market. I am advertising in the Antique Motorcycle Club of America magazine, which has really begun to get legs. I had a customer bring me a 1921 JD Harley, which they want to have the engine and transmission rebuilt and the bike made ready for the upcoming Cannonball Run next year.
It is a real honor just to be able to work on such an outstanding machine. And there is beginning to be a steady flow of engines and components coming in for work. I also have a few other irons in the fire, all of which keep me pretty busy.
–Frank Aliano
Blackhawk Motor Works, Inc
321-952-9333
HARLEY-DAVIDSON PLANT IN THAILAND– Gearing up for the big-bike challenge In the face of intense rivalry, Harley-Davidson hopes a new production plant in Rayong will help the iconic US motorbike brand become more competitive.
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Harley-Davidson has decided to set up its regional manufacturing base in Thailand and the news has left Col Polsak Sripen, and many other local fans of the iconic US motorcycle brand, ecstatic. The director…
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–from Art Hall
THE OLD SHOVELHEAD REPORT–
She’s coming along, finally! Would like to switch her to a belt drive, but think that will have to wait. Probably go put the rocker boxes on shortly, then wait on the tappets to come in next weekend.
Set pops old helmet on her, while I’m working, gonna hang it on the wall
–RFR
I agree with the primary belt. The whole system is easier on everything. –Bandit
NEW CHANCE HOGAN BOOK REVIEW COMING, WORLD RUN–
Received the “WORLD RUN” book late last week and finished it yesterday, since I’m still a little restricted on what I can do. Another good read!
Off the cane for a few days now but still not 100%. That’ll take a little time. Lots of walking but no riding as yet, which sucks.
I’ll try and put together enough coherent thoughts for a review in a bit.
Sturgis is on my bucket list. I had Laconia covered as I lived an hour south for many years and now here in South Daytona have Bike Week and Biketoberfest covered.
Ride Safe
–Rhys
NEW FROM BARNETT’S– Barnett Clutch Cables- 2014-17 Indian Chief/Chieftain/Roadmaster/Scout
Barnett has introduced new clutch cables for the 2014-17 Indian Chief/Chieftain, Roadmaster and Scout. These cables feature their High Efficiency inner wire, which Barnett was the first to introduce to the motorcycle industry.
The “HE” wire is nylon coated and lubed with a super slick silicone lube and combined with the Teflon inner-lining, provides longer life, ultra-smooth cable action and reduced lever effort.
On the outside, all fittings are chrome plated where applicable and two casing types are available- Traditional Black Vinyl and Classic Stainless Braid w/clear coat.
As with all Barnett cables, the clear coat is guaranteed not to discolor from sun exposure. Available in stock and custom lengths, these clutch cables are made in the USA and available now through you dealer or at www.barnettcables.com.
–Barnett Clutches & Cables
2238 Palma Dr.
Ventura, CA 93003
Ph: 805-642-9435
www.barnettcables.com
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THE INFLUENCE RULE– I TOLD MY SON, “YOU WILL MARRY THE GIRL I CHOOSE.”
HE SAID, “NO.”
I TOLD HIM, “SHE IS BILL GATES’S DAUGHTER.”
HE SAID, “YES.”
I CALLED BILL GATES AND SAID, “I WANT YOUR DAUGHTER TO MARRY MY SON.”
BILL GATES SAID, “NO.”
I TOLD BILL GATES, “MY SON IS THE C.E.O. OF THE WORLD BANK.”
BILL GATES SAID, “OK.”
I CALLED THE PRESIDENT OF WORLD BANK AND I ASKED HIM TO MAKE MY SON THE C.E.O.
HE SAID, “NO.”
I TOLD HIM, “MY SON IS BILL GATES’S SON-IN-LAW.”
HE SAID, “OK.”
& THIS IS EXACTLY HOW POLITICS WORKS.
–from Sam Burns
SPECTRO HEAVY DUTY PRIMARY CASE OIL– This sheer stable petroleum is designed to withstand the punishment of high loads, and contains special polymers to provide exceptional clutch engagement and temperature stability.
Meets full OEM requirements, and should be used according to manufacturer’s instructions. Formulated specifically for Harley Sportster and Big Twin applications. Low drag, low friction loss SAE 85w viscosity eliminates clutch “drag” and slipping.
85w R.GAPCL 12/1 qt bottles/case
85w X.GAPCL 16 gal drum
NEWS FROM S&S– Grand National Slip On Mufflers for Touring Models
S&S Cycle’s latest exhaust offering is the 4” diameter Grand National Slip-on for H-D touring applications. Instilled with the same passion for performance as the S&S sponsored race efforts.
The Grand National features a high flow baffle, removable dB reducer and aluminum end cap. Available in chrome or ceramic black finish with fitment for 1995 through 2017 baggers (including M8 and Tri Glide!).
S&S is one of the few on the market to include a secondary stainless steel baffle (db Reducer) allowing riders to tune for sound and performance. The Grand National slip on is made in the USA, 50 state legal on most touring models and starts at only $499.95.
Click Here For More Information www.sscycle.com/feature/grand-national-touring-slip-on-mufflers
WATCH THE CHOPPERTOWN BUILD TRAILER– Hey Bandit, the series came out today!
Stay Independent
–Zack
This is very well done trailer. If it’s any indication of the show production quality, they are kickin’ ass.–Bandit
THE AERODYNAMICS BEHIND THE TOP 1 ACK ATTACK– The Secret To Going 400 mph!
Drag racers say there is no replacement for displacement. However, when you are going for 400 mph, Mike Akatiff, owner and designer of the fastest streamliner motorcycle in history, would beg to differ.
The secret to success is not more cubic inches, but less drag, according to Akatiff. With the aerodynamics dialed in, the TOP 1 ACK ATTACK is headed to the world’s highest salt flat, Bolivia’s Salar de Uyuni, for the Top of the World Landspeed Challenge on August 3-8, 2017 with an impressive goal of exceeding 400 mph.
“The aerodynamics of the ACK ATTACK, or any high-speed land vehicle, are so important,” notes Akatiff . “We’ve run high-speed computer simulations, but to get really accurate data, we performed wind tunnel testing.” Akatiff and the ACK ATTACK team went to the Darko Technologies wind tunnel to unlock the data they needed to go 400 mph/643.74 km/h on the Bolivian salt flats.
“We wanted to see how the air flows around the bike and found that the bike was already very streamlined the way it is,” says Akatiff. The sleek carbon fiber-skinned streamliner slices through the air with a very efficient drag coefficient of 0.71. That said, Akatiff and the team knew that any reduction in drag would improve their speed.
“For every percentage point we further reduce drag, it gives us another 4 mph/6.43 km/h of speed,” says Akatiff. So, if we reduce drag by 10 percent, theoretically we will go 40 mph faster with the power we already have.”
Up- and downforces were another critical aspect of wind tunnel testing to ensure the ACK ATTACK doesn’t lift off the ground. Akatiff and his team combine scientific data and wind tunnel testing with years of experience challenging — and beating — the land speed record to come up with solutions.
“We added a 30-gallon water tank in the nosecone to create the ‘lawn dart’ effect,” says Akatiff. “It adds enough weight on the front wheel to keep the motorcycle balanced and tracking straight.”
The Salar de Uyuni salt flat is nearly 12,000 feet (3,656 meters) above sea level. However, the team is confident that the twin 1300cc Suzuki Hayabusa engines will deliver more than enough horsepower. A ram air induction scoop channels air into a specially built Garret turbocharger/intercooler system to force-feed both engines with 35 lbs. of boost to generate 900+ horsepower.
Power is not the problem according to Akatiff, keeping his focus on aerodynamics. “We have never been able to run the ACK ATTACK with the doors at the back, for various reasons, but we wanted to find out what reduction in drag they would give us. So we tested the exact configuration we had when we set the land speed record in 2010 — except we put the doors back on to see if we could reduce drag.”
The results were startling: with the doors in place, the wind tunnel tests demonstrated a 40-pound reduction in drag — good for an extra 40 horsepower. This number will be even better in the high elevation of Bolivia.
“If you went 400 mph at the Bonneville salt flats and then go clear up to 12,000 feet with the same amount of drag on the vehicle, you would go 8% or 32 mph faster,” explains Akatiff. “With the doors on we saw another 9% in reduced drag, so that’s going to add another 60 mph with the same power.”
There is one more secret to going 400 mph for the ACK ATTACK. TOP1 Evolution ACK ATTACK Special Formula lubricants. “When we set the land speed record of 376.4 mph/605.7 km/h, we couldn’t shift into high gear,” says Akatiff. “The TOP 1 lubricants endured incredible abuse, extended high heat and shear forces well beyond what we had anticipated, yet the ACK ATTACK didn’t suffer any scoring, galling or internal engine damage.”
The TOP 1 ACK ATTACK is the only streamliner motorcycle to have made more than 25 runs over 300 mph and without catastrophic engine failure. “TOP 1 works,” says Mike Akatiff. “We have held the world Land Speed Record for a decade as proof.”
See more of the TOP 1 ACK ATTACK wind tunnel work in preparation for the Top of the World Landspeed Challenge at Salar de Uyuni in Episode 3 of the TOP 1 ACK ATTACK video series:
Follow along in the quest for 400 mph at https://www.facebook.com/top1ackattack/
MORE SCENES FROM THIS YEAR’S HANDBUILT SHOW–
It’s been almost 3 months since Handbuilt Show, and it feels like yesterday. Want to see what Handbuilt Show is all about, or just relive some of our favorite moments from the show?
Presented here are MORE scenes from our 2017 show presented by BMW and brought to you as always by all of us at Revival Cycles. We shot so much footage we just couldn’t help but make a longer video.
We’re already looking forward to next year and have many surprises to announce!
Thank you to all you Motonerds and sponsors for your support. All the love!
BIKERNET UNIVERSITY ENGINEERING LESSON OF THE DAY– What is the difference between mechanical engineers and civil engineers?
Mechanical engineers build weapons. Civil engineers build targets.
–from Rogue and Sidehack Jerry
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101-Year Old Biker Chick Leads Motorcycle Convoy for Her Birthday–
Maud Cartlidge, a charming biker lady, was celebrating her 101st birthday at Autumn Lodge care home in Moss Lane surrounded by her friends and family. She was more than surprised when a whole convoy of over 100 motorcycles crashed the party!
Biker Paul Green organized the surprise on Facebook and drove lots of bikers from around the whole area.
The bikers gifted Maud a motorcycle statue with a plaque saying: “Happy 101st Birthday Maud” which she promised to place in the lounge of the care home so everyone could see it.
The biker lady rode on the back of a trike, leading the convoy and was completely overwhelmed.
Maud said: “It’s very exciting, I love the noise the bikes make, I’m very overwhelmed but that ride was amazing, it’s so nice to not be forgotten.”
Many of the bikers bought cards and flowers to help Maud celebrate her special day.
–Bikerdigital.com
–from Rogue
ROAD TRIP OF THE WEEK–
Sales of motorbikes have soared by 11% in the past year. We’ve therefore put together a two-week road trip through Europe and picked out some sights for on the way!
For more information on distances, petrol costs and where to stay whilst on your road trip, you can read the full story here: https://www.comparethemarket.com/motorbike-insurance/content/ultimate-bike-roadtrip/.
Have a great day!
— Patricia
Patricia van Winden
Patricia@builtvisible.com
VIDEO OF THE WEEK FROM THE SHERIFF— Classic footage of classic choppers from the Swedish Master.
SHERIFF MEDIA GROUP
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1. to make or become better, more bearable, or more satisfactory; improve: strategies to ameliorate negative effects on the environment.
QUOTES
Why did he go into the record business? Because he wanted to ameliorate the condition of the average man through the one thing that can ameliorate–not bigger cars or better TV sets, but through art, through music.
ORIGIN
Ameliorate and meliorate mean the same thing, “to make better.” Both verbs come from the Late Latin meliorare “to improve,” a derivative of the adjective melior “better.” Meliorate is the earlier form (mid-16th century); the a- in ameliorate came from French améliorer and ultimately derives from the Latin prefix ad-. Ameliorate entered English in the 18th century.
THE BIKERNET BAD JOKE LIBRARY IS STILL OPEN– The graveside service just barely finished, when there was massive clap of thunder, followed by a tremendous bolt of lightning, accompanied by even more thunder rumbling in the distance…The little old man looked at the pastor and calmly said, “Well, she’s there for sure.”
–from Rogue and Ed
LIFESTYLE DEAL OF THE WEEK– 2015 Harley-Davidson Dyna Wide Glide
Our Price
$13,995
Exterior: Black
VIN: 1HD1GPM35FC314469
Mileage: 649 miles
SATURDAY HEAT? COOL DOWN WITH SOME NASCAR NIGHT RACING AT IRWINDALE —
Super Stocks & Bandoleros Both Back Saturday!
Irwindale, Calif. – – NASCAR Nights at Irwindale are always a great way to cool off a bit after a hot day (unless, of course, you’re a racing driver in the middle of a torrid Championship points chase).
This Saturday four of the divisions on the night’s event card have close (and closer) points totals at just about half-way in the 2017 competition season…PLUS two other divisions will be making a special appearance for the fans … There’s ton of hot racing on the track and some cool breezes up in the stands … enjoy.
In the track’s premier division, the LKQ Pick Your Part Late Models, only 38 points separate first and second place after the first 11 races of the 20-race 2017 season. Adding to the fun (tension really) is the fact that the two drivers locked in that tight battle are teammates!
Trevor Huddleston, from Agoura Hills, has 528 points, and Dylan Garner, from Yorba Linda, has 490 markers on points standing page in the track’s website (www.irwindaleeventcenter.com).
Pointing up the fact that consistency and good finishes are vital under Irwindale’s points plan, Huddleston has won 7 races so far and Garner has not tasted victory in even one. However … his strong runs and high placings at virtually every event he’s run have kept his car number high up on the points listings page.
Last year a rookie, this year a real contender: La Mirada’s Ryan Vargas is trying to make every race count too and doing a good job of it with his 454 points and his third place standing in the Late Models coming in to Saturday’s set of two (full, points-paying) races at the Speedway.
At the July 1 Late Model race, Toni Marie McCray’s #90 car, (the apparent winner on the track in both of the night’s races), failed to pass a post race technical inspection and the popular driver from Highland dropped down to tenth place in the standings.
In the INEX Legend Cars, Lakeside’s Darren Amidon has a 20-point lead over Bakersfield’s Colton Page 196 to 176 after four races in their 10-race season. Austin Farr, from Lomita, and Chad Schug from Oak Hills are hanging close only 10 points behind Page and tied for third place at 166 each. Legend Cars are technically-identical, purpose-built racing cars powered by a 1,250cc sealed (unmodified and tamper-proof) Yamaha motorcycle engine and the competition is ALWAYS guaranteed close in this division.
Robby Hornsby has a perfect game going after the first three events in the Sharkey’s Spec Late Models, his score line reading: 50, 50, 50. (That’s three wins).
But, once again, consistency pays off at the Speedway and Sierra Madre’s Todd Conrad, with two seconds and a third behind Hornsby, is only 8 points back of the Yucaipa driver at 142. And … Just 2 scant points back of Conrad, there’s Ed Cutler from Ventura at 140. These machines (except for the paint schemes and the racing numbers on the doors) are, like the Legend Cars, technically identical, and the ultra-close lap times and tight points tallies are proof of the supposition.
The Robertson Solar Southwest Tour Trucks will be back on Saturday night for the seventh race in their 14-race 2017 season. Ronnie Davis leads the spec trucks in with 334 points, with Mike Kelperis and Derek Robertson not very far behind at 290 and 284 points respectively.
And, on Saturday night two Irwindale fan favorites will be back for the evening: the Jan’s Towing Super Stocks and the Jan’s Towing Bandoleros will both be back and running hard on Irwindale’s tricky inner third-mile course.
Gates open at 4pm, the On-Track Autograph Session featuring all of the above (and many more) driver, crews and cars starts at 5:45pm, the night’s opening ceremonies are at 6:45pm, and racing starts right on the dot at 7pm.
Discount tickets are available on-line
until midnight Friday, July 14
www.irwindaleeventcenter.com
Save Money – Don’t Wait in Line
SADDLEMEN CREW PACKING FOR STURGIS– We will be in Sturgis for sure , not much news to report here, but soon I will have some photos and new cool stuff to share. Hope all is well.
–Buster
OPERATION GRATITUDE VOLUNTEERS– Please join us for our Assembly Day this Saturday, July 15 from 9am until we finish.
We will be assembling Care Packages for our Military and Care Kits for First Responders. We will also be making Paracord Survival Bracelets and screening individual letters to include in future shipments.
Please click here to register.
Keep reading below for more information about this Saturday’s Assembly Day.
If you are able to join us this Saturday, we have a significant need for Travel Sized Body Wash. There will be a large collection bin as you enter the FOB if you would like to donate a few to include in our Care Packages.
I hope to see you this Saturday… we really need your help!
–Stacey Danlyan
Director of Engagement
July 15th Assembly
Day Details
When: July 15 from 9am until we finish. Check-in begins at 8:00am.
Location: Operation Gratitude, 21100 Lassen Street, Chatsworth, CA 91311
Register here!
Parking is available in lots with Operation Gratitude events signs:
East to West on Lassen Street and North to South on Variel Avenue
In the South Parking Lot (closest to Lassen Street) of the Metrolink facility located at 10047 Old Depot Plaza Rd.
In the parking lot of 21122 Lassen Street
In the parking lot of 21325 Superior Street
In the parking lot of 21344 Superior Street
Additional important information:
Security is always an important concern for us. A picture ID is required for entry.
Closed-toe shoes must be worn while on the premises. High heels, flip-flops, and open-toe sandals are hazardous and therefore not allowed in the warehouse.
Volunteers age 12 and older are welcome. Youth who are 12 – 16 years of age must have a responsible adult, with transportation, with them at all times while on the premises.
Please wear appropriate clothing, keeping in mind that you are in a warehouse environment.
Refrain from wearing clothing with political, violent and/or inappropriate content.
All purses, backpacks, drinks, and food must be kept outside the FOB at all times. Please keep wallets, phones and ID in pockets.
Water will be available for all Volunteers.
Volunteer Check-In will open at 8am.
www.operationgratitude.com
THE STURGIS MUSEUM SPRING ROAD TRIP– Raising our Collection, Awarness and Funds!
We’ve been busy over the spring meeting new and old friends at different fundraising events.
The Riverhorse Restaurant for a evening fundraiser with great entertainment, gourmet food and great fun! Special thanks to The Riverhorse Restaurant in Park City, UT!
At the end of June, we brought “Sturgis to Utah,” by participating in Legends Vintage Motorcycle’s annual event. Hosted by Rick and Vicki Salisbury, we raised money through a Biker Ball, raffle ticket sales and a silent auction.
Over this last year, we have received great donations of motorcycles and new long-term loans that have enhanced our collection and exhibits. Here is a sample of the recent bikes that we have received including the two Bonneville Land Speed Record Racers from Bikernet and 5-Ball Racing. Come see these motorcycles and more this summer!
Our sincere appreciation for the people that have made these great contributions!
Donated by Michael DeWitt Donated by Russ Brown
2003 V-Rod Anniversary Custom Harley-Davidson and Sidecar
Donated by Polaris Industries New Loan by Stan Simpson
2017 Cross Country (last Victory produced) 1959 Vincent Comet
Be Apart of the 1500 Rider Program
We introduced the “1500 Rider Program.” We are seeking 1500, $1,000 donations to complete the expansion project on Junction and Main by the end of 2018. With the contributions to date in this program, we have 1,460 levels to go! To contribute to this program, email Tigra Tsujikawa, Marketing & Development director by clicking here! Or give through our website!
We have had individual and company donations totaling $40,000! These direct contributions toward our over all goal of $1.5 million to add the new wing to the Museum and remodel the galleries.
Throughout the year, we receive wonderful donations that help to grow our capital campaign fund. We are not only a non-profit organization but also one of the few motorcycle museums that is self-sustaining through these generous gifts, sponsorships, admission and gift shop sales.
We’d like to express our sincere gratitude for their and your support as we strive to expand our building, visibility and serve as a resource.
Ways to Give to the Museum
Making it easier to give a gift
The Sturgis Motorcycle Museum is listed on the AmazonSmile program. When you are shopping on Amazon.com and designate us as your charitable organization, Amazon will donate a portion of your purchase price at no cost to you!
Please think of us when you go to shop on Amazon and help us grow!
Learn More about AmazonSmile
We are updating our website so that you will have a place to go to get all the news about the museum and museum events, regional and city news.
You can donate directly, online through our website on the contribution page by using the “Donate”button. It’s easy and secure!
Give a Gift Online
Every time you make a purchase at our gift store or on our online gift store, the proceeds go toward supporting the operating costs of the museum. When you are looking for unique gifts or would like to find some cool memorabilia, think of the museum gift store!
Online Gift Store
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THE LATEST FROM METALSPORT WHEELS— The amazing 34-inch wheel started as a test. There are only so may CNC machines with the product face to cut this massive diameter. But when the MetalSport crew took and example to Daytona Bike Week, they immediately sold out.
MetalSport went into production in a flash. The 34-inch MetalSport wheels are now available, special order in 3-D configurations with 34-inch tires also available. They are
machined from start to finish here at Metalsport Inc.
Styles available are Don Juan, Torque, The whip, The 15-spoke and The Corleone.
Finishes available are Chrome, All Black anodized and Polished.
They now have matching stainless steel Metalsport Rotors in 11.5, 11.8, and 13-inch. Watch for the new tech on Bikernet about the all-new 18-inch MetalSport floating rotors.
The tire is a Metalsport exclusive manufactured by Vee Rubber it is a 140/40/34
This Wheel and Tire combo is ready for shipping right now.
Third Annual AIDAN’S RIDE Sturgis– Presented by Geico Motorcycle Insurance is Set for 77th Anniversary Sturgis Motorcycle Rally 2017
Aidan Jack Seeger Foundation Charity Ride to Fight ALD Building on Initial Success
Brooklyn, New York (July 12, 2017) – The third annual Aidan’s Ride Sturgis, a charity motorcycle ride organized to fight ALD, will take place Tuesday, August 8, 2017, during the 77th anniversary of the iconic Sturgis Motorcycle Rally. Last year, 75 riders participated, raising over $6,000 for the Aidan Jack Seeger Foundation, and organizers expect an even bigger turnout this time around.
“We were so happy with the response and support we received,” said Elisa Seeger, Aidan’s mother and founder of the foundation. “This is another great step in our journey and mission to educate people about ALD, push for newborn screening in all 50 states and hopefully save families from enduring what ours did.”
Adrenoleukodystrophy (ALD) is an inherited x-linked genetic disease that affects all neurological functions and reduces those afflicted with it to a vegetative state that persists until death. Aidan Jack Seeger was just six years old when he was diagnosed with ALD in 2011. He succumbed to the disease in April of 2012. Had he been diagnosed at birth, he could have undergone treatment that would have arrested the disease and allowed him to live a full life.
Held to benefit the Aidan Jack Seeger Foundation, which was established in Aidan’s honor, Aidan’s Ride Sturgis seeks to raise funds for the purpose of helping families with children diagnosed with Adrenoleukodystrophy, heightening awareness about ALD and pushing for legislation in every state that mandates screening of newborns for the disease.
New York started the process of ALD Newborn Screening thanks to Aidan’s Law, passed by the state legislature in the wake of Aidan’s tragic and untimely death. As of May 2017, over 800,000 newborns have been screened in New York and 62 babies have tested positive for disease. Thanks to early detection, these children are undergoing treatment that will allow them to live full lives.
The third annual Aidan’s Ride Sturgis will be 70-miles long and start at Sturgis Guns, then wind through Vanocker Canyon in the Black Hills, stop for brunch at Murphy’s Pub in Rapid City, SD, and end at up at The Buffalo Chip, Sportster Show where organizers will hold their charity raffle.
Tickets are $35 per rider or $60 for passenger and rider. Buy Tickets online at https://www.flipcause.com/secure/event_step2/MjA2MTI=/13254
About Aidan’s Ride Sturgis
Photo credit Mad Stork Photo
J&P Cycles Named “Official Motorcycle Aftermarket Retailer of the Sturgis Motorcycle Rally”– Continues Tour Through 2017
J&P Cycles, the world’s largest aftermarket motorcycle parts and accessories retailer, announced a multi-year partnership with the City of Sturgis, South Dakota to be the “Official Motorcycle Aftermarket Retailer” of the legendary Sturgis® Motorcycle Rally™ held each August. This year’s Rally is Aug. 4-13, 2017.
The partnership is a perfect extension of the company’s year-round retail presence in Sturgis, featuring the J&P Cycles store on Lazelle Street. J&P’s 2017 Rally experience adds a mobile customization shop featuring Kuryakyn, Dunlop, Vance & Hines, Mustang Seats, and dozens of other leading brands.
“J&P Cycles was built on being where riders love to go,” said Zach Parham, President of MAG Retail Group and son of J&P Cycles founder John Parham. “Sturgis is always a pilgrimage for motorcycle riders, and we’re proud to have a year-round presence in the Black Hills. Being named the “Official Motorcycle Aftermarket Retailer of the Sturgis Motorcycle Rally” is a testament to our commitment to the city and the half million riders visiting the granddaddy of all motorcycle rallies.”
The fun continues after the Rally, as well. The 2017 tour of the J&P Cycles’ pop-up motorcycle customization shop will continue at Delmarva Bike Week, Salisbury, Md., Sept. 14-17; Biketoberfest in Daytona Beach, Fla., Oct. 18-22; and the Lone Star Rally in Galveston, Texas, Nov. 2-5. Tens of thousands of riders each year visit the mobile motorcycle shop to see, try and buy new bike accessories. More information about the tour is available at www.jpcycles.com/events.
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BIKERNET BAD JOKE LIBRARY IS OPEN TO THE PUBLIC–
A State Trooper pulled an 87-year-old woman over for speeding. As he looked at her driver’s license he was surprised to notice that attached to it was a conceal weapon permit.
Taken aback, he couldn’t help but ask, “Do you have a gun in your possession?”
She replied in her crackly voice, “Indeed, I do. Why I have a 45 automatic in the glove box.”
The trooper then asked if she had any other weapons.
She replied, “I have a 9 mm Glock in the center console.”
The shocked trooper asked, “Is that all the weapons you are transporting?”
The little old lady held up her purse and replied, “Well, I do keep a 38 special in my purse.”
Finally, the astonished trooper asked, “What are you afraid of?”
And the little old lady smiled and replied: “Not a Fucking Thing.”
–from Rogue and Sidehack Jerry
Russia doesn’t rate in Trump Country
Health care, not campaign collusion, is what really gets their motors running
Dave Boucher
USA TODAY Network
WAYNESBORO , TENN.
There’s a little piece of Russia in the heart of Trump Country, USA.
Urals, Russian-made motorcycles, sit outside Mike’s Cycle and Marine in Waynesboro, about 100 miles southwest of Nashville.
Inside, the shop’s namesake, Mike Mitchell, uses a wrench to crank a lug nut off a motorcycle. His wife, Debbie; smokes a cigarette in the office.
After 37 years of working in Wayne County, Mike Mitchell loves bikes. He has met Russians and liked them, too.
Mitchell isn’t losing sleep over the scrutiny of President Trump’s ties to Russia and revelations surrounding his son’s meeting to get damaging information about Democratic rival Hillary Clinton.
“I’m sure the other side was looking for dirt. I just can’t believe they weren’t. I’m sure the Americans are over there piddling and messing around in their business,” he said. “If they’re over here messing in our system, we’ve just got to figure out how to keep it from affecting us.” In November, Wayne County overwhelmingly voted for Trump.
The region, filled with rolling hills and woods near the Alabama border, is still proud of Trump, said Wayne County Re- publican Party Chairwoman Stephanie Pearson.
“I probably am a bigger supporter of him. I have a greater respect and admiration for him and his office,” Pearson said.
Pearson, who works down the road from Waynesboro as city clerk of Collinwood, said Trump should tone down the personal attacks on Twitter.
But she said she’s more ashamed of the way Democrats, the media and opponents have attacked her president, and she is disappointed in congressional Republicans for not doing more to help him.
She applauded Donald Trump Jr. for releasing his emails about a meeting with a Russian attorney in the midst of the campaign against Clinton.
There’s very little that would change her mind about Trump.
Steven Jackson, who runs a barbershop in Waynesboro where he also sells “good junk,” said his father would kill him if he knew he voted for Trump. Jackson, 51, said his father was a lifelong Democrat, and he’s one too.
“I saw (Trump) as a person I could relate to,” Jackson said. “In business, it doesn’t matter if you’re a Republican or Democrat. You’ve got to make it.”
Looking down at a notebook filled with numbers, Mike’s wife, Debbie, said it’s not Russian interference she’s worried about. It’s tough to care about possible collusion with Russia when your husband needs new knees.
“We’ve lost everything, pretty much,” Debbie Mitchell said. “We can’t afford health care, period. We didn’t qualify for Obamacare, we didn’t qualify for (Medicaid), and we can’t afford to buy health insurance. We’re the ones that fall through the cracks.”
Asked if the situation made her nervous, she laughed.
“Nervous? We’ve been doing it for years. We passed nervous a while back.”
–from Rogue
THE WOMEN RIDERS NOW REPORT–
Wow, I can’t believe it’s July already! We can certainly tell summer is in full swing here in Southern California, where we’ve seen triple-digit temperatures for the last few weeks.
The only way to beat the heat is to stick to the coast, which isn’t such a terrible thing anyway. Thanks to recent landslides, large sections of the Pacific Coast Highway along the famous Big Sur region of the Central Coast are closed, but we found one 10–mile section that’s still accessible via a narrow, winding road up and over the mountains.
So on a recent three-day camping trip (which you’ll be able to read about next month), we dropped in and scored a campsite with a perfect view of the ocean. Shooting photos on the normally tourist-choked PCH was a surreal, and possibly once–in–a–lifetime experience. You can get a sneak peak at some photos from the trip on our Facebook page.
Give us a “Like” while you’re there, and you’ll be entered to win a brand new Cortech Bella leather jacket.
And now, it’s kickstands up! Happy riding!
–Jenny Smith, Editor
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WORD FROM THE BASE OF THE MOUNTAIN— All beings wish for happiness, so extend your compassion to everyone.
–Mahavamsa
Don’t miss Franky’s story about his art retreat with Scott Jacobs, above. It’s on the home page.–Bandit.jpg)
I DON’T KNOW WHAT IT IS– but it’s never dull around here. I keep thinking I’ll catch up with our projects and kick back, but that doesn’t seem to happen.
Jeremiah hooked me up with this son, who introduced me to Carlos Canales, a tattoo artist, illustrator, muralist. This longshoreman hit the nail on the head when it came to our goals. I kept looking for the money to support the effort.
My painter, the Pirate, had a change of fortunes and he started to flake on me. Once more I found Jimmy who understood what we needed and delivered immediately. Part of making any goal happen is being ready to move when the opportunities align themselves.
Of course, this rule doesn’t apply to my Grandson. His projects keep coming. We picked up his MetalSport wheels the other day and he hauled them to Bartels’ for a set of Metzler tires. Hang on as we fly into the next tech with his ’05 Dyna glide.
And we have more reports coming from Bennett’s Performance on FXRs, his Born Free Bike Build, my Panhead rebuild, you name it.
See, never dull.
Have a helluva weekend,
–Bandit
