Hey,
What can I say, we have tons of inspirational quotes in the news this week. We have friends and old outlaws visiting from the coast. We ate at Scott Jacobs restaurant in Deadwood last night. Scott has been a licensed artist for Harley-Davidson for 32 years.
Last week I rode my ’46 Knucklehead around Boulder canyon, and every time I shut it off, it got pissed and wouldn’t start again. It just wanted to keep going.
Tomorrow we are having a gang over to discuss choppers and winter builds. Ah, I didn’t know Keith Terry can fix or rebuild starters. I have two that need help. We discussed the Sturgis Hall of Fame for next year.
I just wish the whole world could have as much fun and as many bros as us grubby bikers.
Let’s hit the news:
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–Leo Tolstoy
TEASER FROM BUCK LOVELL PHOTO SHOOT—That’s Charlie from Sturgis, SD. These are shots from a feature photo shoot for Cycle Source Magazine. Hang on for the full feature on the esteemed pages coming up in an issue near you.
If you need old shit for your motorcycle reach out to Charlie’s company Rustyoldiron: 708-431-6778. And if you’re into wild romantic, Western photography of the Black Hills check out Buck’s web site.
—-Buck Lovell
Lovell Photography & Design
B.L.A.B.B. (Buck Lovell’s American Biker Blog)
bucklovell@gmail.com / bucklovellsblog@gmail.com
20824 Eddy Place
Sturgis, SD 57785
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MILWAUKEE (September 1, 2022) – Harley-Davidson turns up the intensity on an iconic styling theme with the introduction of the Low Rider® El Diablo model, the latest offering in its limited-edition Icons Collection program. In a nod to an American West Coast custom styling trend, the Low Rider El Diablo model combines lean performance and sport-touring versatility with a stunning paneled hand applied paint scheme and the sonic power of Harley-Davidson® Audio powered by Rockford Fosgate.
“The Low Rider El Diablo is a modern expression of the iconic 1983 Harley-Davidson FXRT and a representation of the creative times it was born in,” said Brad Richards, Vice President of Design and Creative Director – Motorcycles Harley-Davidson. “It embodies the spirit of counterculture in Southern California in the ‘80s in a contemporary package that features meticulously crafted custom paint, including pinstripe trajectories that nod directly to those of the original FXRT.”
The Icons Collection
An extraordinary series of motorcycles inspired by some of our most recognizable and sought-after models. Each Icon in the collection will celebrate H-D’s signature colors, designs and parts — along with the latest technology. A limited collection, each model will be individually numbered and only produced once. A new Icon will debut annually, with no more than two bikes released in any given year.
Low Rider El Diablo Model
The Low Rider El Diablo is a model intended to take style and sport touring performance to an extreme. The Low Rider El Diablo model combines the touring capability of hard bags and a frame-mounted fairing with the taut handling performance of the Harley-Davidson® Softail® chassis and the V-Twin muscle of a Milwaukee-Eight® 117 powertrain. Global production of the model will be limited to a one-time build of 1,500 serialized examples, scheduled to reach authorized Harley-Davidson® dealers in Fall 2022, with an MSRP of $27,999*.
Artistry In Motion
The Harley-Davidson® Low Rider® ST motorcycle serves as the foundation of the Low Rider® El Diablo model. The limited-production Low Rider® El Diablo model transforms the look of the Low Rider® ST model with the addition of a detailed paint scheme applied by Gunslinger Custom Paint. The paint scheme begins with a base of El Diablo Bright Red and a second pass of Bright Red Sunglo.
The red pinstripes are masked off, and a layer of El Diablo Dark Red and Dark Red Pearl is faded around the panel shapes to add depth. After masking, a layer of El Diablo Dark Red Metallic is applied to surround the El Diablo Bright Red color, with a fade effect where the colors meet to add depth. When the masking is removed El Diablo Bright Red pinstripes are revealed on the saddlebags, tank sides, fenders and fairing. Pale Gold pinstriping is then hand-applied within the El Diablo Bright Red panels. The El Diablo Bright Red Sunglo is formulated with a tinted clear element to create a “candy” effect.
Black finishes on the powertrain, front end and exhaust highlight the El Diablo paint scheme. Radiate cast-aluminum wheels are finished in contrasting Matte Dark Bronze.
The Low Rider® El Diablo motorcycle paint is hand-applied by the artisans at Gunslinger Custom Paint in Golden, Colo. The Gunslinger roster of nationally-known painters, designers, artists and manufacturing team leaders has decades of experience as a supplier of custom-painted components for Harley-Davidson® Custom Vehicle Operations motorcycles and Limited Edition paint sets.
High-Performance Audio
The Low Rider El Diablo model features factory-installed audio designed for outstanding performance and an ideal fit within the fairing. A powerful, intelligent amplifier with digital signal processing (DSP) technology developed jointly by Harley-Davidson and Rockford Fosgate is engineered to perform in the demanding motorcycle environment. The system connects to a mobile device via Bluetooth to play stored or streaming audio through a pair of built-in two-way speakers.
- Speakers include a pair of 5.25-inch woofers and two remote tweeters for great audio performance.
- Bluetooth 4.2 provides a strong wireless connection to most devices with minimal compression for outstanding sound quality.
- A compact 250-watt amplifier mounted within the fairing delivers crisp, clear sound quality at any volume.
Learn More about the Harley-Davidson Audio powered by Rockford Fosgate.
- Frame-mounted fairing shape is inspired by the classic FXRT Sport Glide® model fairing, favored by West Coast customizers.
- Aerodynamic performance was developed through CFD (computational fluid dynamics) analysis and real-world testing.
- A single center and Softail® triple splitstream vents reduce rider head buffeting at highway speeds.
- A 6-inch high windshield has a Dark Smoke tint.
- Single 5.75-inch LED headlamp.
- The Milwaukee-Eight® 117 V-Twin engine with precision oil/air cooling is the pinnacle of torque and displacement from a factory-installed, regular-production Harley-Davidson® powertrain. This engine delivers outstanding performance and instant bragging rights on the street.
- 117 cubic inch displacement.
- 125 ft. lbs. of torque at 3500 RPM
- High-performance camshaft is matched to displacement and air flow intended to maximize performance.
- High-performance, tuned Heavy Breather intake with forward-facing exposed filter element flows more air into the engine to produce exciting mid-range torque, and gives the motorcycle added hot rod presence.
- High-performance 2-into-2 offset shotgun exhaust is tuned to provide smooth and broad mid-range torque while producing a stirring tone.
- Dual counter-balancers help reduce primary vibration at idle for improved rider comfort.
- Dealer-installed Screamin’ Eagle Performance Parts Stage Upgrades from Harley-Davidson Genuine Motor Parts & Accessories are available to boost engine performance even further.
- Lockable clamshell saddlebags can be removed in seconds with an internal quick-release mechanism, converting the bike from sport-touring to urban cruising mode. (Combined saddlebag capacity is 1.9 cubic feet/53.8 liters).
- Tall monoshock suspension raises the rear of the motorcycle to improve ride comfort and increase lean angle.
- Inverted 43mm forks.
- Dual front disc brakes.
- Premium Michelin® Scorcher® 31 tires (Front 110/90B19, Rear 180/70B16) enhance ride and handling performance.
- Digital “tech gauge” instrumentation in the handlebar riser presents a stripped-down “no gauges” look.
- A deep solo seat helps hold rider in place during aggressive acceleration and cornering.
- One-inch-diameter moto handlebar mounted on four-inch pull-back risers is a West Coast style element that puts the rider in an aggressive posture on the bike.
- Low-profile tank console.
- Bright LED brake/tail lamps.
- USB charging port.
- Standard Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS) and Cruise Control.
To learn more about the Harley-Davidson® Icons Collection, and the Low Rider® El Diablo model, go to: http://h-d.com/icons.
BIKE FEATURE OF THE WEEK—Here is one of Earl’s Triumphs (R.I.P.). The guy had major machining and fabrication talents.
He was located in a small shop in San Pedro. I still have one of his billet signatures like the kicker shown here.
–Sam Burns
Feature Bike Editor
Bikernet.com™
https://www.bikernet.com/pages/Mike_Egan_Story_19432021.aspx
Hi, I got some badge from USA
the badge said: Southern California Chapter
Antique Motorcycle Club, Mike Egan
National Meet, La Mirada, Oct. ’79.
I checked his name by internet, So I think this is the guy. I did not know he was passed away.
But if you can contact his family
let them know.
— Hayami “sonny” takeharu
zama, kanagawa
Japan
“Thanks, and I will reach out.” –Bandit
Grab one of these top selling gas tanks and save a bunch of dough…
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With road fatalities increasing by 10.5% from 2020 to 2021, safety advocates are looking for causes. The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) has begun a nighttime test of vehicles that use automatic emergency braking (AEB) systems to address the high percentage of pedestrian crashes that occur on dark roads.
“As we expected, most of these pedestrian AEB systems don’t work very well in the dark,” says IIHS President David Harkey. You heard that right, out of the 23 brands of mid-sized cars and trucks, only 4 scored the highest rating of “superior” by the IIHS. When the same testing was done in daylight, 19 of the 23 vehicles received the highest score.
While pedestrians are the focus of this study, motorcyclists are rightly concerned. All too often, motorists assume the technology in their cars is perfect and rely too heavily on it. This study shows that this new technology is far from flawless!
Motorcyclists are operating at higher rates of speed, with a different profile, and in closer proximity to other vehicles than pedestrians or other roadway users. If a car, with this new technology, can’t see a pedestrian walking across the street at night directly in front of them, can it see a biker in the lane next to them?
This is one of the many topics we will discuss at the MRF’s upcoming Meeting of the Minds in Des Moines, Iowa, September 21-25. To learn more about the MRF and the Meeting of the Minds click here.
Bikernet Thought Temple
Pillar Peak, SD
This event will feature a very special David Mann and Friends Art Show with tons of original and tribute art on display and for sale. The “If You Build It They Will Come” all brand antique and custom Motorcycle Show features 22 classes with something for every motorcycle enthusiast. There will be hundreds of motorcycle culture Vendors as well as a new and used parts Swapmeet, World Class Bike Builders showcasing their latest bike builds, Rock and Blues bands. Join us to celebrate the legendary David Mann, the artist whose work influenced and inspired so many!
General Admission is $15, Military with ID $10, kids 12 & under Free
Bike Show Registration:
Register your bike online or download the bike show registration form. You can mail it in, or send to tory@chopperfestival.com. 805.217.2113 Bike Show registration is $40 and includes 1 General Admission, 1 David Mann ChopperFest Event T-Shirt and Poster.
Vendor and Swapmeet registration: Vendor registration is now open. Vendor/Swapmeet forms can be downloaded by clicking the link below, visiting www.chopperfestival.com or you can call or email Tory to reserve your space. 805.217.2113, tory@chopperfestival.com.
PRODUCT OF THE WEEK FROM American Prime Manufacturing— APM Advance Assembly
This Comp Master brand advance assembly from American Prime has a 304 stainless steel base, center post and pivot pins.
The weights are coated with a specially formulated polymer that protects from heat saturation, reduces friction, and, in most cases, strengthens the component to make it more efficient.
The special CNC-coiled springs hold precision tolerances controlling spring rates to within 5% of specification to provide the maximum advance and retard applicable to the model.
They are manufactured with precision-drawn wire, then zinc plated for corrosion protection with post baking for relieving any potential of hydrogen embrittlement. The kit includes the center bolt, is made in the U.S.A. and assembled at the APM facility in Santa Fe Springs, California. Rebuild and spring replacement kits are also available.
AMERICAN PRIME MANUFACTURING
www.americanprimemfginc.com
First Major Congestion Tolling Program Proposed in U.S. Let’s Make It the Last.
The Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA), which is responsible for public transportation in the greater New York City (NYC) area, has announced a public comment period ending September 9, 2022, on the implementation of the Central Business District (CBD) Tolling Program. The Program’s claimed purpose is to reduce traffic congestion in the Manhattan CBD while generating revenue for future public transportation improvements at the expense of motorists.
Since this would be the first activation of a congestion pricing plan by a major city in the United States, all motorists have a vested interest in the outcome. That is why we are encouraging members across the country to respond to the MTA in opposition to the tolling plan during the comment period. You could be impacted if you visit NYC for business and/or pleasure, so you should feel entitled to comment.
Information on how to comment by webform, email, or voicemail is provided below. Remember, you have until September 9th to respond.
Ultimately, the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) will decide whether to impose the tolling plan so it is the audience for our comments. The FHWA can essentially approve it, direct the project sponsors to modify the plan based on public comments, or flat out reject it. Because the sponsors are in favor of implementing the tolling program — with all that revenue generation — the best hope for motorists is a massive push-back during the public comment period. You can help drive that opposition and deliver a message to other jurisdictions considering similar budget-bolstering tolling.
This is a money grab to pay for MTA services without providing any congestion relief to motorists. In essence, the CBD Tolling Program would create an inner-city tollway on roads below 60th Street, forcing motorists to pay again for roads they funded many times over through the gas tax.
Reasons for Opposition
There are many reasons to oppose congestion tolling in NYC or elsewhere. We recommend you choose the two or three that resonate most with you to include in your comments to the MTA. We don’t want a verbatim repeat of the full list of opposition points, which could give the impression of an organized “form letter” drive and cause the responses to be discounted.
Congestion tolling is another tax, not a user fee. Low-income drivers are taxed disproportionately, but so is everyone since the cost of goods and services goes up to cover the increase in transportation costs.
Congestion tolling is double taxation. Drivers are forced to pay two taxes for the same road: a gas tax and a toll tax. And, depending on the scenario, Connecticut and New Jersey motorists may have to pay congestion tolls on top of existing bridge and tunnel tolls.
Congestion tolling is an inefficient, bureaucracy-laden form of taxation. Toll management, enforcement, and operations have run anywhere from 8 percent to over 35 percent of revenue collected. That is money spent not on road improvements but on efforts to gather revenue for non-road projects.
Congestion tolling is all about providing $1 billion/year for the MTA. Each of the possible seven toll scenarios is designed to generate this annual revenue for the MTA. No investment allocation to provide congestion relief is specified in the plan.
Congestion tolling worsens traffic diversion. Traffic diversion from tolled routes can adversely affect surrounding neighborhoods and clog alternative toll-free routes.
Go to our website to make comments.
Webform
The webform has several fields and an essentially unlimited comment box with no provision to attach documents. The required fields are first and last name, email, and the county you live in. The “county” pulldown offers several choices, including “I am not sure or prefer not to respond.” That is a legitimate selection for anyone not in the New York tri-state region, but if you have a reason to represent a particular county or state listed, please do so. You do not need to include a company or affiliation, and you don’t have to provide a phone number.
Email
You can also respond by email at CBDTP@mtabt.org or directly to the FHWA at CBDTP@dot.gov. You can be creative with the subject field to immediately express your opposition since these are dedicated addresses for comments on the program. No mandatory information is required.
Voicemail
For those who would rather speak their mind, you can leave voicemail at 646-252-7440. After you indicate a language, you are prompted with, “Please leave your comments or questions here.” There is no requirement for providing mandatory information such as name or address, but we do recommend providing your name —your first name at a minimum.
Tips for Commenting
Please follow through before the end of the comment period on September 9th.
It is often helpful when commenting to include anything that makes a personal connection to the issue. Another approach is to express what would bother you about the program and perhaps what you would do or not do if the program were implemented.
Whatever approach you take, please comment to ensure the motorist’s viewpoint is loud and clear. You choose your vehicle for the travel advantages of safety, speed, comfort, and convenience. If the value and fairness of being tolled are not apparent, drivers become nothing more than cash cows.
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NEWS FROM THE SHERIFF— Now at KOS GREECE
The Club Reborn (No religious) just went from One clubname to another
Mid-August They Have since the two Corona-years had a RUN to officially close summer in Sweden
2022 They left for Nora, a Swedish Deadwood But happened 300 years earlier
That mining area was behind Swedish wealth which now is Gone….
Average length of these long-forkers goes from 24” and up
Average age 35 so there is hope
I felt like an Old Indian Chief by the campsite telling stories from the ‘70s
Only bummer so many runs at the same Time 2022 so attendance down however the positive We could Cruise at 75 mph and still make sure nobody left behind.
Sportsters slowly getting into the game, cheap and fast.
Election in 3 weeks so SHERIFFMEDIAGROUP hide out in the Greek part of Mediterranan til the smoke clears
10-4
–The Sheriff
On the run
Europe
BIKERNET RECOMMENDATION— Remember last year, I sent you some pics of my roached Pan engine and I was asking about a builder to do the repair. You suggested Carlo up at A&E in Auburn.
Well, I went up and talked to him and we got it set up to do the work. I am really happy with the work he did, whole new bottem end. Came out great. That guy is good. Took a little while, but that’s ok. So, thanks again
I had him go through my 4 speed too, he made it right and no leaks. The bike is all back together now and am starting to put some break-in miles on it.
Here are some pics, I changed a few things, cut the pipes down, new oil system, had some stuff chromed. Finally found a good chrome shop here in CA. Meclec down in Fresno. Nice work and decent prices and turnaround times.
Thanks again brother.
— KERRY
“Carlo and Emma have been together forever, through a Harley-Davidson dealership, custom shop, drag racing and now an Indian Dealer in Auburn, California. I was there for their induction into the Sturgis Motorcycle Hall of fame. Good people!” –Bandit
MOTORCYCLE RIDERS FOUNDATION ALERT–We Told You So…
At last year’s MRF Meeting of the Minds in Atlanta, Georgia the fate of the internal combustion engine was discussed. In fact, at the urging of ABATE of Illinois, the following language was added to the MRF’s 2022 Legislative Priorities: “Work to ensure the survival of combustion engines. Including elimination of the California air quality waivers which threaten combustion engine production.”
In October of 2021 California Governor Gavin Newson signed a bill into law banning the sale of all off-road, gas-powered engines, including generators, lawn equipment, pressure washers, chainsaws, weed trimmers, and even golf carts.
And less than one year later we learn this, the California Air Resources Board (CARB) that governs motor vehicle emissions for the state adopted new rules that will require 35% of the new cars sold in the state are electric or plug-in hybrids by 2026, with that percentage rising to 68% by 2030 and 100% by 2035.
That’s right, new gas burning cars will no longer be for sale in the country’s largest state in less than 15 years. Other states, including Massachusetts and Washington have already signaled that they would follow California’s lead.
- What does the future of motorcycling look like?
- Will the bike you are riding today be legal in a few years?
- What will your kids or grandkids be riding… or will they even be allowed to own a motorcycle?
Your Freedom is under assault and without your help we can’t fight back!
Thank you to all the members of the Motorcycle Riders Foundation for defending your Freedoms.
“We need all street riders to join this fight, if you are not a member of the MRF click on the logo below to join.
https://www.bikernet.com/pages/COOL_BIKERNET_WEEKLY_NEWS_for_August_25th_2022.aspx
Glad to hear the Dicey Knuck is getting much needed time on the road.
–Rhys
DB, FL
“Yes, having issues with ethanol fuel and we might remove the mag. I have another auto-advance circuit breaker and a mini battery. Runs great once it starts…” –Bandit
FEATURE FROM THE PAST—Hang on! From Ann Robinson with an illustration by Hal Robinson.
–Bandit
STAFFER COMMENT—
Most excellent regarding your Sturgis Rally Report. You, your family, friends, and brothers are all amazing. I was speaking to my wife this afternoon about all your activities and the wonderful work done by the Hamsters. She asked about your age and without thinking I told her.
Now I look like a real slug. Seriously though, I appreciate all that you and yours do. Be well and as you say, all the best.
–Sam Burns
Supreme Contributor
IT’S BACK: Make plans NOW to join The Heartland Institute at the 15th edition of the most-important and informative conference on climate science and energy policy in the world. Held at the Hilton Lake Buena Vista in Orlando, Florida — a location we picked to honor Florida’s status as by-design ‘free state.’
This conference will once again bring together the world’s best experts to analyze the latest climate science and the wrong-headed energy and policy solutions the world’s governments are determined to impose on us all.
From the green energy boondoggles in the so-called “Inflation Reduction Act” in the United States, to the ongoing wind-power disaster in Germany, and threats of energy cuts in the winter in the UK, the climate policy “solutions” are a real and growing problem for the people of the world. Why are we making life poorer and more miserable for most of the people on the planet when there is no climate crisis?
Attend this conference to learn the truth, and inspire your own passion to spread that truth around the globe.
“I would love to attend this. Maybe Rogue could cover it and the MRF should send a board member.”—Bandit
I have googled the crap out of it and no luck. And please focus on the pipes …lol.
BTW the Cantina story is very creative.
–Barry G
“I would say they are handmade and you can get the pieces from Paughco.” – Bandit
by Lori Dillon
DEKALB COUNTY, Ind. (WANE) – The DeKalb County Sheriff’s Department is investigating a crash between a motorcycle and a boat that injured two people.
It happened shortly after six Wednesday night in the 1300 block of State Road 8, near State Road 327. The motorcycle was traveling behind an SUV hauling a boat. The SUV slowed for stopped traffic and the motorcycle operator, Kyle Landrum from Fort Wayne, was unable to avoid hitting the boat and trailer.
Landrum and his passenger, Kayla Griffith from Garrett, were both thrown from the motorcycle. Medics took both to the hospital for treatment. Information on their conditions was not released. The driver of the SUV was not hurt.
Alcohol is not believed to be a factor in the crash.
SOURCE:
https://www.wane.com/news/local-news/2-hurt-in-motorcycle-boat-collision-near-garrett/
–Wayfarer,
Editor in Chief – Bikernet Blog
https://blog.bikernet.com/
Bikernet.com™
ANOTHER QUOTE OF THE WEEK–Can you search inside yourself, find your weaknesses, and muster up the determination to overcome them all?
CHARITY EFFORT OF THE WEEK—
Checking back in as the Comoto Family of Brands is excited to share its partnership with GEICO to support the Pediatric Brain Tumor Foundation (PBTF). The duo have already raised $50,000 to help support families affected by this disease. But the race is not over — Comoto hopes to surpass last year’s fundraising total of $305,000 this year and you can help spread this message!
On September 18, Comoto will be hosting the 2022 National Ride for Kids Day fundraising event. This event includes 10% of proceeds across all participating brands (RevZilla, J&P Cycles, and Cycle Gear) being donated to the foundation. It also includes hosting the Philadelphia Ride for Kids. Full details can be found in the press release below my signature.
Would you be interested in sharing with your readers to encourage participation and bring awareness? I’d also be happy to connect you with a Comoto executive for an interview via phone or email to further discuss the company’s commitment to find a cure for pediatric brain cancer.
I’ve copied my colleague Susannah here as I’m out next week and she can answer any questions and connect you with the Comoto team.
Best,
LIFESTYLE CYCLES DEAL OF THE WEEK–2016 Harley-Davidson FLTRUSE – CVO Road Glide Ultra FOR $28,500.00
SEE IT HERE: https://www.lifestylecycles.com/default.asp?page=xPreOwnedInventoryDetail&id=12644278
Stock # 13534C is a 2016 Red/gold Harley-Davidson ROAD GLIDE CVO FLTRUSE with only 18215.00 miles!
This bike is a FULLY CUSTOM Road Glide some of the features/Add-ons on this bike are
* 110c.i.Screaming Eagle Motor with a 6-Speed trans.
* Chrome 2 into 1 exhaust
* Big wheels @# front and 18 rear Chrome and painted to match
* Detachable touring pack with custom passenger seat,smoked lightingand speakers
* Fully chromed pull back apes
* Painted inner fairing
* CVO package
* Front LED turn signals with smoked lens
* Chrome lower legs
This bike is only $28,500.00
Plus, license, $85.00 documentation fee, and local sales tax. NO HIDDEN FEES like some dealers. And we have no reconditioning or prep fees. This bike has passed Lifestyle Cycles rigorous 92-point safety/mechanical/structural inspection.
Fill out an online application today. We have EZ FINANCING and EXTENDED WARRANTIES available!
Lifestyle Cycles is located at 1510 State College Blvd, Anaheim, CA 92806.
Open 7 days a week.
NOT LOCAL? WE HAVE SHIPPING AVAILABLE! Call today (714) 490-0155.
We carry Street Glides, Road Glides, Road Kings, Ultras, Sportsters, Softails, Dynas, and much more!
We are California’s pre-owned Harley Mega-Store with over 200 Pre-Owned Harley-Davidsons in stock!
HOMETOWN RALLY IS HERE!
Roll up and check out all the music, food and fun found on Harley-Davidson Museum’s 20-acre campus – including the grand opening of the Factory Shop!
MILWAUKEE, USA (Sept. 1, 2022) – The party of the summer starts today! The Harley-Davidson Museum is your central rally point for the Hometown Rally™ and a celebration of all things Harley-Davidson. Over the Labor Day weekend, nearly every inch of the H-D Museum’s 20-acre campus will be filled with free music, good food from MOTOR® Bar & Restaurant and some of our favorite food trucks, thrilling stunt shows, boonie bike races and so much more.
And you know the latest and greatest from Harley-Davidson will steal the spotlight in our all-new Garage event space. But you don’t have to just admire them – the demo fleet will be filled with the new models from Harley-Davidson just itching to be taken for a spin. Enjoy a ride astride a new H-D® motorcycle through the Menomonee Valley, or join fellow riders who are aiming a bit farther with the Women’s Ride or the Pan America® Owner’s Ride, launching from the H-D Museum (advance registration required).
And if your travels take you to all six participating H-D® dealers over the weekend, collect the six dealership rally tokens and stop in at the H.O.G. tent on the H-D Museum™ campus to receive a special gift from H.O.G.
But with new galleries, new display and two new shops on campus, there’s plenty to explore at the crossroads of 6th & Canal. If you haven’t seen the new Experience Gallery, now is the time – especially with extended hours Thursday, Sept. 1 – Saturday, Sept. 3 (10 a.m. – 7 p.m.) and expanded tour offerings. On Sept. 1 & 2, guests can enjoy early morning access, plus coffee and conversation with Bill Davidson, great-grandson of founder William A. Davidson and Vice President of the H-D Museum. This special program takes place in the H-D Museum’s brand-new Experience Gallery. Advance reservations are required as this is a very limited-capacity event. After enjoying coffee and morning pastries with Bill, guests will be treated to a Beyond the Gate Tour of the H-D Museum, including the Motorcycle Vault. And on Sept. 3 & 4, check out the Beyond the Gate Tour before the H-D Museum opens to the public. A limited number of guests will be welcomed to enjoy a guided, pre-opening tour of the Museum and the Motorcycle Vault. Make your reservations today!
If you’re looking to take home memories and more, the H-D Museum™ campus now features two retail outlets to get your H-D® gear. check out the fresh threads from the Harley-Davidson® Shop with more than 150 new items lining the shelves – including new items to celebrate next year’s 120th Anniversary. And beginning Sept. 1, Harley-Davidson’s first-and-only Factory Shop will be open to the public. The Factory Shop is an outlet for non-current H-D Products that have limited inventory – including helmets, gloves, jackets and more. The two locations will encompass more than 13,000 square feet of Harley-Davidson premium retail experience.
It’s not a party without music. Fan favorite Hairball kick starts the fun on Thursday, Sept. 1, with headliners Parmalee and Jackyl keeping it rolling all weekend long.
But the campus will still be buzzing in September with the last Bike Nights of the season happening on Thursdays and Valley Week coming to campus on Sept. 30 for an outdoor movie night.
PROGRAMMING / EVENTS
Join us Labor Day Weekend at the Hometown Rally™, for a celebration of all things Harley-Davidson. Situated on the 20-acre campus of The Harley-Davidson Museum, it features live events, exhibitions, motorcycle demos, and something for every enthusiast. Start with a visit through the museum which serves as a central rally point for all of the events taking place at that downtown site and six surrounding Harley-Davidson® dealerships. From there, a two-wheeled adventure is yours for the making.
All wheels unite every Thursday from 5 to 9 p.m. at the Harley-Davidson Museum. Join riders (and non-riders) for free live music from some of Milwaukee’s favorite bands, fun, drool-worthy rolling sculptures and outdoor food and beverage. The Bike Night Koozie Special is back. Enjoy $3 Busch Light all season long. Plus, the all-new Harley-Davidson® Shop is keeping its doors open until 8 p.m. for Bike Nights throughout the season.
9/8 Robert Allen Jr. Band
9/15 The Verdict
9/22 Bruce Humphries and the Rockabilly Rebels
9/29 Blacktop Kings
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VINTAGE INDIAN OF THE WEEK—
–Sam Burns
Vintage Indian Editor
Bikernet.com™
Two good ol’ boys, Bubba and Junior get promoted from Privates to Sergeants.
Not long after, they’re out for a walk and Bubba says, “Hey, Junior – there’s the NCO Club.
Let’s you and me stop in and have us a drank.”
“But we’s privates,” protests Junior.
“NO, we’s sergeants now,” says Bubba, pulling him inside
“Now, Junior, I’m gonna sit down and have me a drank.”
“But, we’s privates,” says Junior.
“You blind, boy!” says Bubba, pointing at his stripes.
“We’s Sergeants now!”
So they order their drinks and pretty soon a hooker comes up to Bubba.
“You’re cute,” she says, “and I’d like to take you someplace and make you feel good — but I’ve got a bad case of gonorrhea.”
Bubba pulls his friend to the side and whispers, “Junior, go look in the dictionary and see what that gonorrhea means.
If it’s good, give me the okay sign.”
Junior goes to look it up, comes back, and gives Bubba the big okay sign.
Three weeks later Bubba is laid up in the infirmary with a terrible case of gonorrhea.
“Junior,” he says, “What you give me the okay for?!”
“Well Bubba, in the dictionary, it says gonorrhea only affects the privates.”
Then he pointed to his stripes and says, “But we’s Sergeants now!
–Joe Smith
Peach Country Branch
Bandit’s Cantina Bad Joke Library
A ROYAL ENFIELD NOTE—
What I especially like about my Royal Enfield is that it remains faithful to its Tradition; a good big mono tumbled long-run and since time immemorial. It is not a famous brand that has emerged from a dusty corner to remake an ersatz trying to regain its former glory. Born Bullet G2 in 1948, she won many victories in enduro, both individually (Scottish, British Expert) and as a team in the ISDT, the premise of today’s rallies.
Top: Royal Enfield Classic MK.II – 2021-2022?
Bottom: Billy Mills; 1967 ISDT, 1966 Royal Enfield 499cc Bullet
–Sam Burns
BAKER DRIVETRAIN NEWS—
Bagger Racing with the Baker GrudgeBox
Requiring no case modifications for installation, and as used by Trask in its Bagger Racing 2017 Road Glide, the Baker GrudgeBox was designed for big engine applications and engineered with a focus on “excessive torque capacity and crisp shifting.”
“The power-robbing nature of the stock helical gears were replaced with straight-cut spur gears for minimal parasitic losses associated with gear-to-gear torque transfer. Circumferential tooth thickness is 100% thicker than stock and the width is 40% thicker than stock for no excuses on strength and durability.”
Built to take high horsepower abuse found in late model H-D performance applications while providing elegant shift precision, it is available for 2006-2017 Dyna, 2007-up Softail and Touring and 2017 and up M-8 applications.
Bert Baker says that the straight 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th and 6th gears are “designed and geared for performance buffs, racers and speed freaks seeking negligible power loss. We use wide-ratio gearing for heavier performance applications.
“The GrudgeBox is built for aggressive take-offs and long distances at above-average speeds with a 250 rpm drop at higher highway speeds (approx. 80 mph) – our engineering focus throughout the design has been on excessive durability and we use a patent-pending bulletproof main drive gear bearing with gears up to 40% wider than stock, positive dog tooth engagement in gear with pie-shaped shift dogs and frictionless linear detent shift system for smooth shifting.”
BAKER DRIVETRAIN
www.bakerdrivetrain.com
(from Act 1, Scene 3 of the play)
Lenders remember very differently than borrowers, psychologists’ study finds.
The researchers narrowed their study to loans between individuals, not loans from institutions or even parents, because it’s safe to assume most parents know they will never see their money again.
But when it’s a trust agreement between peers, it gets really tricky.
Read full article at source:
https://abcnews.go.com/Technology/borrower-lender-scientists-explain-loan-friend-dangerous/story?id=16857078
–Wayfarer
Financial consultant
Bikernet University
THE SCIENTIFIC TRANSPARENCY FILES–Fossil Fuels are the Greenest Energy Sources
The CO2 Coalition just published an excellent article by member Indur Goklany concerning just how “green” fossil fuels are.
According to Dr. Goklany, “Contrary to the claims of proponents of the Green New Deal and Net Zero, fossil fuels are the greenest fuels.
First, uniquely among energy sources, fossil fuel use emits CO2, which is the ultimate source of the elemental building block, carbon, found in all carbon-based life, i.e., virtually all life on Earth.”
Second, fossil fuel dependent technologies have increased agricultural yields directly or indirectly by at least 167% (Goklany 2020). This increase in agricultural productivity is due to the use of fossil-fuel-dependent technologies, specifically, nitrogen fertilizers, pesticides and carbon dioxide fertilization resulting from fossil fuel emissions.
Read Fossil Fuels are the Greenest Energy Sources here. https://co2coalition.org/publications/fossil-fuels-are-the-greenest-energy-sources/
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AMA NEWS—AMA Motorcycle Hall of Fame Bike Night September 10, 2022
Bike Night at the AMA Motorcycle Hall of Fame will be held on Sept. 10 from 4 – 8 p.m. Activities include free admission to the museum, food and entertainment. Find out more.
Can’t make it to Bike Night? The museum is open 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., seven days a week. (Closed Easter, Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day and New Year’s Day) Plan a visit or group ride to the museum.
Beta AMA National Dual Sport Series
Ready for a little adventure? Check out these upcoming events for the Beta AMA National Dual Sport Series:
Sept. 10-11: Baby Burr, New Plymouth, Ohio
Sept. 10-11: Land Between the Lakes 200, Golden Pond, Ky.
Sept. 17-18: Buffaloe 500, Columbus, Ind.
Sept. 17-18: Yosemite Dual Sport Adventure, Groveland, Calif.
Sept. 24-25: Show Me 200, Bixby, Mo.
Find more Beta AMA National Dual Sport Series and AMA National Adventure Riding Series events.
SONG PICK for the Week
Song: Automatic
Artist: Miranda Lambert
Album: Platinum (sic) (2014)
Songwriters: Miranda Lambert / Natalie Hemby / Nicolle Galyon
Quarter in a payphone
Drying laundry on the line
Watching sun tea in the window
Pocket watch tellin’ time
Seems like only yesterday, I’d get a blank cassette
Record the country countdown ’cause I couldn’t buy it yet
If we drove all the way to Dallas just to buy an Easter dress
We’d take along a Rand McNally, stand in line to pay for gas
God knows that shifting gears ain’t what it used to be
I learned to drive that ’55, just like a queen, three on a tree
Hey, what ever happened to waiting your turn
Doing it all by hand?
‘Cause when everything is handed to you
It’s only worth as much as the time put in
It all just seems so good the way we had it
Back before everything became automatic
If you had something to say
You’d write it on a piece of paper
Then you put a stamp on it
And they’d get it three days later
Boys would call the girls
And girls would turn them down
Staying married was the only way to work your problems out
Hey, what ever happened to waiting your turn
Doing it all by hand?
‘Cause when everything is handed to you
It’s only worth as much as the time put in
It all just seems so good the way we had it
Back before everything became automatic, yeah
Automatic
Let’s roll the windows down
Windows with the cranks
Come on, let’s take a picture
The kind you gotta shake
Hey, what ever happened to waiting your turn
Doing it all by hand?
‘Cause when everything is handed to you
It’s only worth as much as the time put in
It all just seems so good the way we had it
Back before everything became automatic, yeah
Automatic
–Wayfarer
Official DJ and Music Curator
Bikernet.com™
LEGENDS ARRIVES AT HOMETOWN RALLY
Join us Labor Day weekend for Hometown Rally in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Come find the Legend Suspensions tent at House of Harley-Davidson September 1st – 5th during Hometown Rally. We are excited to see you, talk suspension, and celebrate all things Harley-Davidson during the holiday weekend.
SEPTEMBER 1ST – 5TH
House of Harley-Davidson
6221 West Layton Ave.
Milwaukee, Wisconsin
“This is interesting, because if you want your new Harley to handle and ride correctly, you need to discuss your options with these guys quick.” –Bandit
HANG ON! Every week is a blast in the Black hills or should I call it motorcycle Nirvana.
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Later today, I’m going to put Lucas ethanol treatment in all my gas tanks. Ethanol is a problem.
This Linkert was perfectly tuned until the dread Ethanol had its way. I’m still struggling with it.
The fucking Bastard, Mike Kane had this brass plaque engraved recently at my engraving connection in the hills, the Winners’ Circle. I have another trophy plaque to engrave. I’m wondering if I should win or not. Maybe I’ll make it 5th place for 5-Ball.
More clutch action with 45 John’s 1947 trikes. Hope it worked.
My UL tech is expanding every day. I’m now going to run dual Paughco mufflers, a new oil filter, old stock rebuilt front brake, and more. Hang on.
I went to Dakota V-twin for oil and Sparkplugs. Didn’t think it would be difficult, but it was sorta confusing. Randy had 60-25 oil, so I went for a case. He had to order my sparkplugs for the Knuckle and Pans. What do you recommend?
Hang on for the next report, and in the meantime ride free forever.
–Bandit
