Hey,

Thursdays at the Bikernet Nerve Center, at the forefront of the Thursday’s News Desk, is a convulated trip. I feel pulled by politics, bike projects, the poor economy, and the drive for creative spirit. This week is no different. We’re headed in so many Medusa direction, I’m not sure where to turn.

I replaced the Thunderheart ignition in my 5-Ball factory racer, with a BlackHawk cone and a Compu-fire ignition. In the process I replace the stock cam with an S&S upgrade and their super-adjustable pushrods. It still stumbled at mid-range, and it’s driving me crazy.

Next, I need to build a display to show off my 1926 Peashooter at the IMS show, in the first Bikernet Booth. That’s my project between writing chapters this weekend. Let’s hit the news:

Pubs in Malahide- Gibney’s, Duffy’s Pub, Smith’s Public House, Oscar Taylor’s (Good Irish Music), and the Grand Hotel

Pubs in Howth- Abbey Tavern, The Bloody Stream, Kruger’s Lounge, the Summit Inn, The Harbor Bar, The Findlater Bar, The Top House Bar, The Waterside.

[Where marked Free, the venue is a part of Heritage Card, where marked Paid it’s part of tour package]

Book of Kells- Paid ( 9 E ) M-Sat 10-5PM
Musical Pub Crawl- Paid ( 12 E ) nightly 7:30-10PM
Four Courts Tour- T-W-TH, 10-1PM & 1-4PM, Criminal Courts of Justice Parkgate St.
National Museum- ( Free) T-Sat PM, 10-5PM
Dublin Castle Tour- (4.5 E ) M-Fri 10-5PM
National Gallery- (Free) M-Fri 10-5PM
Bank of Ireland/Old Parliament (Free) M-Fri 10-4PM
Malhide Castle- Paid (6.50 E ) (play? 6 E ) M-Sat 10-5PM
Casino Marino- Paid (3 E ) M-Fri 10-5PM
Glasnevin Cemetery- Paid ( 5 E ) W-F-Sun 2:30PM
Guinness Storehouse- Paid ( 13.50 E ) daily 10-7PM
Writer’s Museum- Paid (7.50 E ) M-Sat 10-5PM
Hugh Lane Gallery- Free T-Th 10-6PM Fri-Sun 11-5PM
Literary Pub Crawl- Paid ( 12 E ) daily 7:30PM Sun-noon?
St. Michan’s Church- Paid (3.50 E) M-Fri 10-1PM, 2-5PM Sat 10-1PM
Kilmainham Gaol- Paid ( 6 E ) daily 10-5PM
Museum of Mod. Art- Free T-Sat 10-5PM

Dublin City “Hop on, hop off” tour bus- $20, 20 stops 90 mins., Dublin Castle, Phoenix Park, Guinness Storehouse, Jameson Distillery, GPO, National Museum, St. Patrick’s Cathedral, Christ Church, Dame St. Grafton St.
Church, Dame St. Grafton St.
If you’ve ever thought about a trip to Ireland, this would be the way to go: –LADD TERRY

If you know your food as well as the history and process behind it, look like you mean business on the outside, but have the good ole boy quality inside and love riding your motorcycles, you could be our guys!

Ideally, we’re searching for two long-time buddies who have a funny banter while sharing a passion for food and the open road. BUT, if you are an individual who fits the description above, that works too.

If interested, please send the following info:

Name, City, Contact Info, a few recent photos of yourself (include both close up and full length and show us your bike!), a brief bio and tell us why you’d be right for this!

roadwarriorscasting@gmail.com

CONTACT:

Meg 310.405.8259

WHAT HAVE WE LEARNED IN 2,066 YEARS, FROM THE BIKERNET UNIVERSITY–“The budget should be balanced, the Treasury should be refilled, public debt should be reduced, the arrogance of officialdom should be tempered and controlled, and the assistance to foreign lands should be curtailed lest Rome become bankrupt.

People must again learn to work, instead of living on public assistance.”
– Cicero – 55 BC

Evidently nothing.

–Professor Ray Russell

ACE CAFÉ FLAT TRACK CORNER–Ace Cafe London will be organising and hosting a stunning display of original Flat Track motorcycles
(including some iconic and rare H-D XR 750’s) at the inaugural California Dreamin Expo in Bournemouth next May. A full newsletter will be circulated shortly. Meanwhile please find below latest Expo highlights confirmed as of 1st December.

BIKERNET ROMANTIC ADVICE COLUMN–  I met a girl in the park the other evening.

There was an instant spark between us and she immediately dropped to her knees and laid on the grass at my feet.

As we lay making love, I thought  “These taser guns are well worth the money

–from Dean Shawler
Editorial god of Biker Magazine

Attached you will find 2 pictures of Look Twice signs that are attached directly under a stop sign. They were sent to me from Tom Fite in the state of Washington. He is trying to implement more of these signs on City and County roads in his state. I have been writing to everyone who I thought could help me try to do the same here in Florida. My name is Diane Pearson and I have become a Mother on a Mission for Motorcycle Awareness here in the state since the death of my son Gene. If you have seen the purple/white bumper stickers that say LOOK TWICE-SAVE A LIFE MOTORCYCLES ARE EVERYWHERE, it’s me. I have that life saving message on every type of outdoor venues you can think of. To view them all please find the time to go to www.genepearson.org to get a feel for what I have been doing with a passion to save lives.

The attached pictures tell all those who use our roads the NEED to
STOP!! then LOOK TWICE. Far too many people are being killed on our
roads today, and we must do everything we can to get the attention of
the motorist. Lately people riding bicycles or just crossing the street
have been killed, not to mention the motorcyclist who are venerable
also. Can you please help me in my cause? Can you send this in the
right direction to the right people who would even consider it.

My main focus has been REPETITION because I believe it will bring RETENTION.

The more you see something the more you remember it. I have handed out
250,000 free bumper stickers with that message on it. 10,000 go out on
a monthly basis, and I get no type of financial help, so I am not doing
this for monetary gain, I am a non profit 501(c)(3). I do this to save
lives in memory of my son, and I hope you can help me do that.
Thank you from the bottom of my heart for taking the time to read this
and I hope to hear from you soon.

God Bless and Ride Safe
Diane Pearson/Mother on a Mission
Gene Pearson Motorcycle Awareness Foundation
202 Timberview Drive
Safety Harbor, Florida 34695
727-797-0176

–TOM FITE
Motorcycle Safety Technical Specialist
360-902-3832m
360-584-7442 – cell
“Skip a trip – go online”
www.dol.wa.gov

DON’T MISS THE LONG BEACH ULTIMATE BUILDER COMPETITION–Your bike could be seen by as many as 30,000 folks in one weekend on the coast.

The winners of the three judged classes at each Progressive International Motorcycle Show will receive a cash prize, a first place trophy and entry into the 2011 AMD World Championship of Custom Bike Building at Sturgis.

Freestyle Class 1st Place Cash Prize: $3,000 per UBCBS / $6,000 at NAC

Modified Harley Class 1st Place Cash Prize: $3,000 per UBCBS / $6,000 at NAC

Performance Custom Class 1st Place Cash Prize: $1,000 per UBCBS / $2, 000 at NAC

Award plaques will be given out to motorcycles finishing in second through fifth place in the three judged categories at each UBCBS and the USC events.

The Mob Rules winner will receive a trophy. There is no cash prize for the Mob Rules award.

All UBCBS class trophies will be awarded during the awards ceremony held Sundays beginning at 3:00pm local time. The USC class trophies will be awarded during the awards ceremony held Saturday during the Daytona Progressive International Motorcycle Show starting at 3:00pm local time.

All cash prizes will be paid by Advanstar Communications via check 30 days after Advanstar’s receipt of winner affidavit forms (forms will be supplied by Advanstar to class winners at each UBCSB and USC).

Competition Entry Deadline
Deadline for entering the Ultimate Builders Championship is the Friday the week before the show opens.

When to Arrive at Shows

UBCBS
• Move-In Time Most Shows: Fridays, 8:00am – 2:00pm

• Show Opening Time Most Shows: 4:00pm

• Move-in Time New York Show: Thursday, 1/20, 1:00pm – 6:00pm
Friday, 1/21, 8:00am – 10:00am

• Opening Time New York Show: 12:00pm Noon

Bikes will remain on display through the entirety of the show weekend. They may be moved out after show close on Sunday at 5:00p.m. (4:00p.m. in Minneapolis).

THE IMS SHOWS ARE BAD!–Man with loaded gun arrested at Indianapolis Int’l Airport. A man was arrested at Indianapolis International Airport Monday after trying to take a loaded gun past TSA screeners.
Man with loaded gun arrested at Indianapolis Int’l Airport

A man was arrested at Indianapolis International Airport Monday after trying to take a loaded gun past TSA screeners.

Airport police arrested Christopher Paulsen, 51, (IMS show employee) of Indianapolis for carrying a loaded 38 caliber semi-automatic handgun.

Paulsen tells police he forgot the gun was in the bag when he brought it through the security checkpoint.

He was quickly arrested and charged with entering a controlled area of an airport with a weapon.

–By Danny Beers Fox59

VICTORY MOTORCYCLE DEMO FLEET TODAY & TOMORROW AT STROKERS DALLAS–Come test ride the new 2011 Victory Motorcycles! Saturday, December 11

Our Holiday Open House is this Saturday! Join us for holiday discounts, sales, and give-aways! We’ll have cookies and juice, candy canes, and a special visit from Mrs. Claus.

If you make a purchase, you’ll draw for the chance to win a discount on your purchase or free gift!

Be sure to stop by the HOLIDAY BUS to buy some special craft beer & Strokers beer mugs. Only $4 for the set! (Mug sold separately for $2)

Print out our HOLIDAY WISH LIST and send your loved ones to get you exactly what you want this year. And Don’t Forget about our Holiday Food Drive! Tons of prizes available to win!
Each can donated gets you an entry in the raffle. Winners will be drawn the week of December 20th. Each winner will be able to choose which gift they want on a first-come first-served basis.

9304 Harry Hines
Dallas, TX 75235
214-357-0707
www.strokersdallas.com

WEST COAST CHOPPERS BUILDINGS FOR SALE IN LONG BEACH–But we know of an industry effort to keep the West Coast Choppers product line alive. We’ll keep you posted. In the meantime if you need Jesse products, foot controls or frames, see the team at Spitfire

GUSSET Defender Package. Free Shirt & Shipping. Shop Men’s Big– The ultimate gift: protection on the road. The USA-made Defender motorcycle jean covers you where it counts, yet is so comfortable you may forget you’re wearing abrasion protection. That’s because only Defender has flexible woven Kevlar in the seat, hips, and knees, and our trademark gusset in the crotch.

For a limited time, order any Defender motorcycle jean, and get free shipping on your entire order, plus we’ll send you a “Freedom” long sleeve tee shirt at no extra charge. This is our premium American made shirt! Just tell us your t-shirt size (M, L, XL, 2XL) in the comments box at checkout, or mention it over the phone when ordering. Do not order your tee shirt online or you will be charged.

Flannel Lined. Save $10. Shop.

The gift of warmth to yourself or someone special. Rugged yet warm and comfortable, these will be your favorite jeans this winter! They’re fully lined, and they have our trademark gusset sewn into the crotch. Carpenter styling.
Regular, Relaxed, Black. $39.88. Shop.

Take advantage of the lowest price of the year with no coupon or minimum purchase required. We have rolled back prices on regular and relaxed fit, and black jeans for a limited time. (Big Men’s are $44.88.) These aren’t your average department store jeans made halfway across the world. These are our premium American made jeans! Looking For America? It’s Here.

Diamond Gusset is involved with “Looking For America” because of what the lyrics stand for. Play it. You can purchase official bundles here, including our USA-made “Looking For America” tee shirt, the CD and bumper sticker. An awesome gift!

Wear clothing 100% made in USA.

DIAMOND GUSSET U|S|A
888-848-7738
10296 Highway 46
Bon Aqua, Tennessee 37025
http://www.gussetclothing.com/

SOFTAIL PROJECT UPDATE– The rear caliper is still being machined buy it looks like it’ll work. Joker Machine hand controls are on and the location of the Dakota Digital speedo is mocked up.

Those pipes were on a Veteran’s Day Special for $1 off of a wrecked softail. And the police fender was $25. But Custom Coatings says they are gonna make something special of it.

Will send more as things progress.

Oh and a Broward Sherriff Sergeant is trading my used closed primary for a new in the box BDL open belt drive (he’s worried his gal will get her foot swallowed). Still working on forward controls, kickstand, smooth dash panel and final seat position.
Almost there!

–Joel

When things finally do slow down and we have lots of spare time on our hands, that’s when money gets tight. Progress slows to a halt. Quicker, easier projects get moved ahead. Why finish building your scratch built bike when you can throw new tins on a wrecked Harley and ride now?

Slowly and eventually projects get done.

But where do you draw the line? We all have a project sitting in the corner of the garage or behind it, under tarps waiting for us to step up. Life has taken us on a journey far away, time changes, tastes change, our health changes. Rigid hardtail bobbers lose their appeal, when our backs can no longer take them. Fat tire bikes, blown pro-street cars have gone the way of the do-do bird. Even though sporadic, we invested time and money into waning projects. We don’t want to lose that investment, even though it’s spread out over decades. We promise our love ones that we will finish it one day, but deep inside we know we moved on. Stubborn pride keeps us from admitting it. We make half hearted attempts to sell it, spreading the word that it is available, coming to terms what it is really worth compared to what we put into it.

Some projects end up that way, forgotten, incomplete, unwanted. They end up crushed or rusting away in some field as prime garage floor space is dedicated to more current, more urgent projects. So the next time you see an old car or truck sitting patiently beside a shed or a disassemble bike leaning against a barn remember that some one had big plans for it one time.

-bad Uncle Monkey

Bullshit, drag it out, change it, up-date it, turn it into a Bonneville project, or die trying. –Bandit

CALIFORNIA DMV DRIVERS HANDBOOK DISCOVERY– Motorcycles are mentioned in two different parts of the 2010 DMV “Drivers Handbook” printed mainly for auto drivers. On page 34 under the heading of “carpool/HOV lanes” it states that “Motorcycle riders may use designated (HOV)lanes, unless otherwise posted”. And on pages 59 & 60 under the subject of (sharing the road with) Motorcycles, they dedicated a full page of information regarding “folowing these rules to respect he right-of-way and safely share the road with motorcyclists”. Including “Motorcycles may travel faster than traffic during congested road conditions and can legally travel in the unused space between two lines of moving or stationary vehicles, which is commonly called “Lane Splitting”.

–John Del Santo

BIKERNET SOUTH AFRICAN REPORTER/DESIGNER CHECKS IN–I’ve been away from bikes for a while, but your advice about me getting off my butt and building nagged at me for a long time. I took your advice bro. We South Africans are supposed to be a bunch of conservative Rednecks with different accents, but when I tell you this Bobber is going to rock the world you gotta believe me.

–Mikey.

PS. As you probably guessed I live in deepest, darkest Africa and shit moves slowly. Unbeknown to me when I started out on my quest I thought all Sporties had the same spline size on engine main shafts. I’m getting orders from all over the planet for my offset front sprockets, which are for ’86 back.

BIKERNET ASIAN DOLL ENTERTAINMENT–Have a ball on the holidays.  Best wishes on the coming year.
Amazing Asian Dolls show capsulated.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pEORFvXU3nw

–Dan dirty dom sverdlin
Milestone Media Designs
PO Box 869
Venice CA.
90294
(310) 396-1234

BIKERNET THURSDAY HOLIDAY SAFETY ALERT–Thought it would be better to get this out before the Holidays.

Please, take care of yourself. A recent joint study conducted by the Department of Health and the Department of Motor Vehicles indicates that 23% of traffic accidents are alcohol related.

This means that the remaining 77% are caused by assholes who drink bottled water, Starbucks, soda, juice, energy drinks and shit like that.

Therefore, beware of those who do not drink alcohol. They cause three times as many accidents.

This message is sent to you by someone who is a drinker and worries about your safety.

Happy Holidays!
–Buckshot

FEDERALLY SUPPORTED DISCRIMINATORY BIKER ROAD BLOCKS GRANT–NY Mandatory Bike Stop Sign In an effort to supposedly increase motorcycle safety and law enforcement’s awareness and improving motorcycle safety, NHTSA will award up to five (5) demonstration grants to law enforcement agencies around the country to fund and conduct “safety” checkpoints specific to motorcycles similar to those conducted by the NY State Police in 2007 and 2008 in Dutchess County. Phone: (845) 677-7300.

The NHTSA program funding ranges between $70,000 to $350,000 per agency and was posted 7/13/10.

For a little background on the NY experience, in 2007, the NY State Police launched a pilot program for conducting motorcycle safety checkpoints to:

(1) educate law enforcement on motorcycle safety issues;
(2) increase law enforcement communication with motorcyclists;
(3) distribute motorcycle safety materials to motorcyclists;
(4) and enforce all laws associated with motorcycles and motorcyclists.

The NYSP expanded this program and conducted a series of motorcycle safety check points in 2008. An article discussing this program was published in Police Chief Magazine and can be found online at:

Checkpoints & Education: The NY Experience
http://policechiefmagazine.org/magazine/index.cfm?fuseaction=display_arch&article_id=1536&issue_id=n008

Basically what is fully at risk here is our freedom to ride because of Federally funded discriminatory motorcycle checkpoint stops that don’t require any probable cause other than riding a bike.

Here is the crux of the grant requirements (from grant pages 6 and 20):

Within thirty (30) months of the Cooperative Agreement award date, the Grantee shall conduct a minimum of three (3) motorcycle safety checkpoints each year for two (2) years within its jurisdiction under this Cooperative Agreement. The Grantee shall collect and maintain basic data for each motorcycle safety checkpoint it conducts, which shall include the approximate number of contacts made with motorcyclists per checkpoint, the approximate number and type of safety materials distributed to motorcyclists per checkpoint, and the number and type of citations issued per checkpoint…

The total ‘not-to-exceed’ amount of the Federal funding to be provided under this Cooperative Agreement is $350,000.

To read and download the NHTSA Grant program text and application:

Go to: http://www.grants.gov
Click “Grant Search” on the right of the page under FOR APPLICANTS
In the Searh by Funding Opportunity Number field, type: DTNH22-10-R-00386

Click “Motorcycle Law Enforcement Demonstrations”

The you can see the Synopsis, here with a link to the Full Announcement and Application PDFs but the NHTSA site may have updated ones in the future.

The American Motorcycle Association (AMA) has been working on the issue with the NYSP and the DOT and NHTSA for some time. I am told they are to issue a news alert soon, so if you are not on their list go their website to signup.

What can you do?

Well currently (7/23/10) no NHTSA awards have been awarded, but you can still contact your state senators and representatives and complain that the NHTSA is using our tax dollars to fund a program that targets bikers. Unlike Arizona where the law doesn’t specify a type of person, but “may” result in racial profiling, in this case the target is defined and profiling would be, in fact, part of the program. This has to be unconstitutional not to mention a waste of our tax dollars.

Write, Write, Write: Write the individuals below and also your state senators and representatives about the use of our tax dollars for grant programs that discriminate against motorcyclists that result in traffic stops without any probable cause simply because they are on a bike! LaHood and Metheke generally don’t take calls, so writing seems your best approach, plus you’ll have a written record and will hopefully get a response. Be sure to refer to the name of the grant and it’s funding number listed above. For your senator(s) or representatives be sure to give them the instructions on how to obtain the Synopsis, Full Announcement and Application above.

Secretary Ray LaHood
U.S. Secretary of Transportation
1200 New Jersey Avenue SE
Washington DC 20590
202-366-4000

Otto Matheke
Office of Chief Council
National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
1200 New Jersey Avenue SE
W41 227
Washington, DC 20590
202-366-9511

BIKERNET BLACK MARKET HOLIDAY BOOK DEAL–Bandit said we need a really good Book of the Week, “because it’s Christmas damnit!” So we bring you Advanced Tattoo Art – a very pictorial look at the process and art of tattooing.

Let us take you inside the shops of ten well-known and very experienced artists spread across the country. Advanced Tattoo Art is both a how-to book and a photo-intensive look the world or tattoos.

Detailed photo sequences follow each artist through a tattoo project. Each sequence takes you from customer concept, to sketch, outline, and finally the finished colorful design. The chapters document not only the techniques, but also the inks and tools used during each step of the process. Whether you’re learning the Art of Tattooing or just fascinated by the process, this 144 page book, illustrated with over 400 color images, is sure to provide a wealth of information.

So think about Christmas and buy this great book for yourself, or your significant other, or the guy next door. Hey, we don’t care, just buy the damned book so can buy some presents too.

DID YOU KNOW BIKERNET HAS AN INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT IN DC?–A DC ‘airport ticket agent’ offers some examples of ‘WHY’ the U.S. is in trouble!

His response — click.

–Buckshot

GEORGIA MOTORCYCLE ENFORCEMENT DEMONSTRATION GRANT– Georgia applied for and received a motorcycle law enforcement demonstration grant ($70,000) from the U.S. DOT to set up motorcycle-only checkpoints, it will get even worse for the Georgia motorcycling community.

–Rogue
Sturgis Freedom Fighters

BIKERNET NUMBERS UP 50 PERCENT OVER LAST MONTH–Between November 5 and December 5 we received 2,740,000 impressions on Bikernet, up 50 percent. Not bad for a bunch of bikers. This information came from Google webmaster tools.

The GEE BEE BIKE, a slightly late entry for the IMS Ultimate Builder show.
Usual problems, as with the Burtmobile, in finding a serious backer with the guts, vision and the cash. Maybe next year.

Ride on,
–DA

–from Rogue

POLARIS MOVES TO MEXICO– I forwarded an article about Polaris’s big show in LA. They plan to hand out dividends. I’m not particularly happy with Polaris after their decision to shut down in western Wisc. and Iowa plants in order to move to Mexico. What particularly bothers me is that Polaris made the move prematurely.

Now that the people of Wisconsin have kicked the stinking democrats out of power, Wisconsin could be a great place for Polaris to be. Now they’re out all of those jobs. I hope they start to make their snowmobiles in Mexico. They can take their shit out of Minnesota too………

–turtle

WILL CARS EVER CHANGE? HERE’S THE AMAZING ANSWER FROM GM–

KRYLON JOHN SUPPORTS DAVID MANN CHOPPER FEST–With David Mann Chopper Fest held in Ventura, CA. only a few days away I wanted to post a detailed story on David Mann’s Urn. What I didn’t plan on was computer problems that would make it a bit harder to do. My photo archives of the burial urn we made for Dave as of early this morning are locked away somewhere in computer hell, on my G5’s external hard drive. It seems to have packed it in.

David passed away on 9/11/04 just one day after his 64th birthday. I don’t remember the exact details right now, but somehow it was decided we’d make an Urn for Dave. I came up with the design to replicate Dave’s bike using a 2.25-gallon Sportster tank mounted on a reproduction of his bike. The David Mann red paint used on the urn is from the same can of paint I used to shoot Dave’s tank in the mid-’90s. All of the custom paint, and fabricating work on Dave’s Urn was done by Kenny Morris at Hot Rods ‘N Hogs in Stanton, California.

— Krylon John

BIKERNET INSURANCE Creates Special Department to Focus On All Types of Events for Bikers in 2011– Cyclefest motorcycle shows, Easyrider Shows, Bikefests, Sturgis, Daytona, Laughlin, Motorcycle Expos, Biker Weddings, Beer Gardens and Parties. If you are a host, vendor or exhibitor at any of these events, you have a friend in the insurance business.

Special events insurance is different than your normal commercial general liability coverage so we are doing all we can to bring you this coverage the way it should be done. Easy, fast, low-cost and conveniently offered online as you need it when you need it.

For more detail go to www.bikernet.com/insurance and click on the “Event Liability” banner. Select your event and fill out the quick online form for a quick quote. Any questions, just contact us anytime toll free at 888-467-8703 or email us at clientservice@bikernet-insurance.com.

Happy Holidays to all our biker friends. We are proud to be part of your community.

The Team At Bikernet Insurance

Phone: 888-467-8703
Email: clientservice@bikernet-insurance.com
Fax: 858-693-8703

CA 0G67810 – Serving 20 states.

AND THE WINNER IS– From the Bikernet Free Contest that anyone can enter… 

Steve Ferraro from Pembroke Pines, FL.

He didn’t say what he wanted so he gets some books and bandanas.

Enter to help us, help you.  When you enter the contest, you give us the demographics we need to stay on top of what you want. 

Layla

S&S STEPS UP FOR THE HOLIDAYS–Special Holiday Offer! Purchase $65 in S&S Cycle Official Apparel and get a free cap ($15.95 retail value). SS10A-H1. Visit http://www.sscyclewear.com to shop now. Offer valid through 12/31/2010 or while supplies last, not valid with other coupons, discounts or offers. Valid for retail customers only.

Order by DECEMBER 16th to receive your order before Christmas!

Shop online or call toll free at (877) 717-9152 to learn more, set up your account, or place an order. Contact us via email at: customerservice@sscyclewear.com

MISSOURI DUNS H-D OVER TAX CREDIT REPORT–Harley-Davidson is the largest company on a list that Missouri has fined a collective $1 million for failing to file reports related to tax credits.

The law was passed in 2004 after questions arose about companies that had received $2 million in tax breaks for computers that were never bought. Indeed, the companies might not have been real.

Harley-Davidson, which has been putting the screws to workers at its plants iincluding a manufacturing plant in Kansas City, was cited for missing a June 30, 2009, deadline to report on $5.5 million of tax credits, according to the Southeast Missourian.

Harley-Davidson spokesman Bob Klein told the Associated Press he was not familiar with the Missouri tax credit reports and had no immediate comment.

The issues came to light as the state considers cutting its tax credit subsidies in half to save the state $220 million a year.

Posted by Holly Wagner
Published courtesy of Dealernews: www.dealernews.com

On the other hand, if they can get their shit together, and not destroy this country in the process, life is a wonderful place full of fantastic creative exploits, if they don’t regulated us to death.

So, I say we keep building choppers and chasing redheads until they take all our tools away. Sometimes I think about escaping Los Angeles, and regulation bound (what happened to the freedom loving hippies?) California, for a freedom fortress in the Arizona desert. We should get together and buy an off-the-beaten-path town, call it Chopperville, fire all the cops, and let loud pipes save lives.

Noel, Noel,

–Bandit