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Bike Week Daytona kicks off tomorrow and I’m excited for the first time in a few years. The vibe has been uncertain and suddenly it’s strong and American again.
The Biker’s Choice dealer show seemed strong and positive. We are working on a report right now. We will keep you informed as Bike Week unfolds.
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FREEDOM RULES IN SOUTH DAKOTA–
SB79 was signed by the Governor this morning. This bill will allow the mounting of a motorcycle license plate in any position except upside down. The law takes effect July 1st
–Jiggs Cressy
Coordinator
A.B.A.T.E. of South Dakota
Great work Jiggs!!!!!
Matt Danielson
McGrath, Danielson, Sorrell & Fuller
The Motorcycle Law Group
1-800-321-8968
Motorcyclelawgroup.com
Champion Women Motorcycle Racer And More at Revved-Up Women Texas Motorcycle Exposition–
Join nationally-known women motorcyclists at Revved-Up Women—Texas Motorcycle Expo April 28-30, at Retama Park, near San Antonio, TX. Attendees will enjoy guided rides, workshops and panel discussions by recognized leaders in the motorcycle industry, beginner and advanced rider classes, a fashion show, and a free Sunday brunch.
“It’s a combination rally, conference and tradeshow for experienced and new riders,” said Teresa Kelly, spokesperson for the inaugural family-friendly event. “It’s also unique in that it will offer women and girls who have never ridden a bike before the chance to experience this amazing sport safely and enjoyably.”
Among the highlights will be two panel discussions among leading motorcycle media, industry executives and riders about whether brands are meeting the needs of women, and if not, how they might improve. Moderated by Genevieve Schmitt, editor and publisher of Women Riders Now and considered a leading voice in women’s motorcycling, the panel includes women executives from Polaris, Harley-Davidson, BMW, and motorcycle media.
Champion motorcycle racer Shelina Moreda and her professional She’z Moto coaches will be on hand to provide “Kickstart” motorcycle riding introduction and advanced courses for ages 10 and up. Most recently she won the women’s championship in Qatar and scored a podium finish in China in the (men’s) Superbike race.
More than 16 workshops will include presentations by:
•Brittany Morrow, international Rock the Gear safety expert
•Genevieve Schmitt, editor and publisher of Women Riders Now
•Krystal Hess, owner of Ricochet Custom and founder of Motorcycle Missions
•Jen Dalton, The Litas international motorcycle group
Fiesta Circle for Life Ride
The first 100 people to register for the expo will get free ticket to participate in Fiesta San Antonio’s Circle for Life escorted motorcycle ride fundraiser to raise awareness of the need for organ donations. The 85-mile ride on April 29 begins in Bourne, TX, and ends at Retama Park. Major event sponsor Edwards Motorcycle Law is underwriting the free ride passes with a $5,000 donation to the charity, and will also be providing a free fiesta lunch for all expo ticket holders who participate in the ride.
“We hope to make this an annual event to promote safe motorcycle riding as something the whole family can participate in and enjoy,” said Billy Edwards, of the Edwards Law Firm, which has offices in Corpus Christi and San Antonio.
The Cody Bryan Band will play on Friday night, and LC Rocks will play on Saturday night.
For vendor and sponsor information call 512-695-4626 or visit the expo website.
BIKERNET TRIKES EDITOR NEWS BLAST, SORTA– I recently met a Chinese man and got to know that his name was Kannaswami.
I asked him, “How did you ever get a name like that being a Chinese?”
He said -“Many, many years ago when I first went to USA, I was standing in line at the Political Asylums Immigration Counter. The man in front of me was a Sri Lankan Tamil refugee.
The white lady at the counter looked at him and asked “What is your name?” He replied “Kannaswami.”
Then she looked at me and asked “What’s your name?”
I said, “Sem Ting”.
Guys, please be careful about what you buy online. If u buy stuff online please check out the seller very carefully. Our resident hippie Raymond Hamilton from BikernetTrikes.com just lost US $.545/- plus tax on a penis enlarger.
The bastard seller sent him a magnifying glass.
The only instructions that came along with it were “DO NOT USE IN SUNLIGHT.”
–Ujjwal Dey
Most Magnificent Editor
Bikernet Trikes
Monster Twin Cam Race Engines from JIMS
I’m really considering replacing my ‘05 deuce twin cam 88 with a 120-inch JIMS. Does the 120 have the auto compression relief valves or do you have to have relief valves installed? Also would like to know the cost of these engines & if I ordered one can I get the jugs diamond cut. I know that would be extra.
I do realize that I’d be forced to change transmission over to the Screamin’ Eagle race. Would this engine require a high torque starter & the bigger 64mm intake?
If you can I’d like to get a quote on a 120 w/diamond cut jugs, & any information on anything else that would be require to change my bike over to the 120 engine.
–Jeff Jewell
Robards, KY
DAX SHEPARD COMES TO BIKERNET– Dax Shepard, who writes, directs and stars in the upcoming film CHIPS. Based on the classic 70’s television series created by Rick Rosner, CHIPS also stars Michael Pen~a and will be released in theaters this Spring by Warner Brothers.
Shepard plays Jon Baker, a beaten up pro motorbiker trying to get his life and marriage back together. When he is partnered with cocky undercover Federal Agent Frank “Ponch” Poncherello (Pen~a) to investigate a multi-million dollar heist, the inexperienced rookie and hardened pro struggle to find mutual ground in hilarious fashion.
The action-comedy also stars Rosa Salazar (INSURGENT), Adam Brody (THINK LIKE A MAN TOO), Kristen Bell (“Veronica Mars”), and Vincent D’Onofrio (JURASSIC WORLD).
We will interview Dax in the near future and bring Bikernet Reader the results.–Bandit
NEW FROM MOTHERWELL RACKS–
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Exhaust adapter kit, stock and 2-inch headers.
LAW TIGERS– WELCOME TO LAW TIGERS
Helping Injured Riders Nationwide
Law Tigers is proud to be Cory Texter’s premier sponsor this season!
Following his most successful season in professional motorcycle racing, Cory Texter is preparing to contest the 2017 American Flat Track Championship. Texter made a lot of noise this past year with two podium finishes and ninth overall in the final points standings. He will again compete in the Twins class under his own banner, Cory Texter Racing.
Sour Punch Candy has agreed to be the title sponsor of Cory Texter Racing. Sour Punch Candy came on as a sponsor at the end of the 2016 season and will be stepping up its efforts to help Texter battle against the factory teams this season. Sour Punch is a big supporter of action sports and excited about its involvement in American Flat Track.
“We are very excited to work with Cory again this year”, said Mia Newman from Sour Punch Candy. “He’s been an important partner in reaching a younger audience for the Sour Punch brand. We wish Cory a successful and safe 2017 season and we are behind him 100%.”
Also stepping up support is long-time sponsor McElroy Packaging from Wooster, Ohio. The McElroy family has been supporting both Cory Texter and his sister, Shayna, for several seasons and will return as a premier sponsor in 2017.
Law Tigers Motorcycle Lawyers will also serve as a premier sponsor. Law Tigers is a national network of local motorcycle accident attorneys who are committed to protecting fellow motorcycle riders. They are based in 10 states across the country and big fans of American Flat Track. Law Tigers promotes the Arizona Mile.
Don’s Kawasaki and DPC Racing will join forces with CTR this season. Don and Erin Kissinger are longtime friends of the Texter family and their support will be a driving force in Texter’s efforts. Dan Caulkins from DPC Racing is sure to add another major component to the team’s success.
“I am really excited and truly blessed to have so many people behind me this season who believe in me and want to see me succeed,” said Texter. “Last season was a good year and we had some successful races, but I know we can build on what we accomplished last year and contend for race wins in 2017.”
Mechanic Justin Bender will also return to the team this season. Bender and Texter worked together last season and look to build momentum on what they learned in 2016.
The team will have three Kawasaki twin-cylinder motorcycles in its arsenal this season. Alan Rodenborn will build engines, while Gordy Schopieray is responsible for producing the CTR machines. Texter will also race Lancaster Honda-sponsored CRF450Rs at other events in various series throughout the season.
“I am putting in a lot of work this winter to prepare myself for a long and busy season,” said Texter. “There are some factory teams that have really stepped up their efforts in 2017, but I believe my self-owned team with the people I have behind me can contend with the best of them.”
The 2017 American Flat Track season will kick off with the Daytona TT on March 16 inside Daytona International Speedway. Be sure to watch coverage of all 18 AFT national events this season starting in July on NBC Sports.
Reprinted from American Flat Track
THE MAGNIFICENT BORN TO RIDE BUILD-OFF– It began as a simple idea from business partners Gary Bang and Preston Farrior with very modest parameters: Build a bagger and mid-sized cruiser, using 90 percent Harley Davidson parts that would be cool enough for the VP and Prez of The Florida Harley Group to enjoy riding.
Wow how a fun, little notion turned into a bold, huge event just five years later.
The Florida Harley Group invites you to its Annual Bike Build Off March 2 from 8 a.m. to 10 a.m. at Brandon Harley Davidson, located at 9841 E. Adamo Dr., where it will unveil the latest quests for art, heart, power and design during a search for the Baddest Bagger. The competition is between the five Florida Harley Group stores – Tampa, Brandon, New Port Richey, Panama City Beach, and Tallahassee Harley-Davidson.
Each store was given approximately $13,000 to customize a bagger that six judges, including Bang, Farrior and some H-D execs, will evaluate using a point system. Bang said if the audience in attendance and online at Facebook Live are loud enough, they might be able to sway the judges with some points for their favorites as well.
This year, a new twist was added to the competition – teams also had to build a cool mid-sized cruiser within a $4,000 budget.
“Times have changed,” Bang said. “Now the gloves are off. The theme is ‘Stuck in the 90s’ – custom made our way. A lot of people don’t want to do that anymore. We’re back doing custom work and it’s a great morale booster for teamwork and fun.”
Popular stunt rider Cole Freeman, a.k.a. “Lil Krazy”, of Ill Conduct stunt team, shook down a few of the bikes in with some pre-event rides to get them street ready. Since these bikes have either been pre-sold or will be for sale after the event – at prices that have topped more than $40,000 in the past – Born To Ride looks at all 10 bikes, with a primary focus on the Bad Baggers, and what went into the custom fabrications and after-market add-ons.
TAMPA H-D’S BAGGER: 2017 ROAD KING “RETRO” RAT ROD
BRANDON H-D’S BAGGER: ONE BIG, PHAT, RED ROD
NEW PORT RICHEY H-D’S BAGGER: THE DESTROYER
PANAMA CITY BEACH HD’S BAGGER: WEST COAST FXRT
TALLAHASSEE HD’S BAGGER: MILITARY MILITIA
SAMSON DEAL OF THE WEEK– 20% Off ALL B-Stock Until March 17th!
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If you missed out at the mad rush to reserve seats for the Trailblazers banquet that will take place on April 22, 2017, you are in luck. Contact Mr. Bill at (818) 896 2200 or mrbill@vleinc.com.
We still need names for some of the sold seats. Names are to be printed on the tickets, seating charts and list of attendees. You might have a hard time finding your table if we don’t have your name.
VIDEOS TO BE THE VOICE OF DAVE DESPAIN
The familiar voice of Dave Despain will narrate the Hall of Fame video’s this year. Dave, a motorsports journalist and broadcaster, is well known to motorcycle fans. We are so happy to have him commit. Dave can be heard several times a week on MAVTV. For more information on him and show times: www.mavtv.com/shows/the-dave-despain-show.html
FOR SOME IT IS A LONG TRIP TO SEE YOU
A lot of members from out of the area are joining us at the banquet. We appreciate that they are traveling a distance to be there. David Aldana, Dick and Kay Mann and Mark Brelsford are on the list. It is always wonderful to see friends and heroes. We welcome all of you.
DICK KLAMFOTH TO BE INDUCTED INTO THE MOTORSPORTS HALL OF FAME
The 29th Annual MSHFA Induction Ceremony will take place on June 28th in Daytona, Florida. Dick Klamfoth will be one of those that will be honored with this prestigious award. Read about it in Roadracing World Magazine. http://www.roadracingworld.com/news/three-time-daytona-200-champion-dick-klamfoth-among-2017-inductees-into-motorsports-hall-of-fame-of-america. Congratulation to a truly deserving person.
76TH ANNUAL SPEED WEEK AT DAYTONA MARCH 10 – 19
The week starts with Flat Track racing on Friday, March 10 7- 10.
Saturday, March 11 Supercross
Sunday, March 12 Amateur Supercross
Sunday, March 12 Annual Bike Blessing
Tuesday, March 14 ATV Supercross
Thursday, March 16 AFT TT races
Saturday, March 18 Daytona 200 road race
The midway is open from March 10 to 18
SPAIN TO TAKE ON AMERICA AT THE DAYTONA TT
The Inagural Daytona TT will take place on Thursday, March 16th under the lights inside Daytona Speedway. Two of Spain’s best Flat Trackers, Ferran Cardus, current champion and Franc Sierra, the runner up, will be competing in the American Flat Track (AFT) singles class.
YOU CAN SEE IT ON THE TUBE
All 18 American Flat Track races will be televised. NBCSN will feature one hour tqpe delayed telecasts of the AFT races on Thursday nights in the summer and fall. You can also watch live streaming on FANSCHOICE.TV
ENDUROCROSS SERIES HAS NEW OWNERS
Bonnier MotorCycle Group took over operation of the EnduroCross Series. Bonnier also owns Cycle World, MotorCyclist, Dirt Rider and Hot Bike. The AMA sactioned Endurocross is the only form of indoor racing that presents the skills and excitement of off-roading, and it is easy to watch. It is quite a show. fun for riders and spectators.
Lance Bryson has been it’s guiding light and will continue to be in that position under Bonnier.
TRIUMPH CLASSIC MOTORCYCLES MADE COVER
Check out MotorCycle Classics Magazine to read the article which graces the cover of the March/April issue. On the stands now. www.motorcyclesclassics.com
HARLEY-DAVIDSON OFFICIAL MOTOR CYCLES OF AFT TWINS
Harley-Davidson and AFT signed a multi year partnership in which H-D will be sponsor for 8 rounds of the races. Part of the contract is HD will work with dealers to enlighten consumers of the thrills of Flat Track Racing. The Harley factory team for this year is Kenny Coolbeth Jr., Jake Johnson, Brandon Robinson. They will be riding H-DXG750R motorcycles. At some of the events Hooligan racing, the grass roots of flat track, with be part of the program. Should be an exciting year. http://www.americanflattrack.com
MOVIE NIGHT AT THE PETERSEN MUSEUM
The next movie night will be on Wednesday, March 14th at 7pm. The Fast and the Furious:Tokyo Drift will be playing. Member and 3 guests get free movie and parking. Non-members $5.00 per couple and $10.00 parking. (323) 930 2277, 6060 Wilshire Blvd, Los Angeles, CA info@petersen.org
NEW PROMOTER FOR SACRAMENTO MILE
The Sacramento Mile will take place on Saturday, May 20th. The new promoter is Steve Delorwenzi of SDI. He has a five year contract with Sacramento Fair. A legend presence is planned for the event, and maybe a lap or two on their old bikes. If you are a legend please contact: Larry Langley (559) 877 4514, (559) 760 1003 cell or larry.mediaguy@gmail.com.
GEORGIA AMA GRAND NATIONAL SHORT TRACK AND VINTAGE FLAT TRACKERS REUNION
This race and reunion will be held in Woodstock, Georgia on March 25th at the 3/8 mile Dixie speedway, near Atlanta. There will be a vintage dirt track bike display and the AMA has discounted the price of the tickets to ALL reunion attendees. Was $30.00, with discount $20.00. The hosts will be David Aldana, Ray Little and TC Chambers. For more information and to RSVP contact “TC” Chambers, (770) 396 4648 tcchambers68@comcast.net
KTM FAN PACK FOR THE GRAN PRIX OF AMERICAS, AUSTIN COTA
In Austin, Texas, on April 21 – 23, KTM MotoGP team will make its U.S. debut with the KTM RC16. It is the first time KTM will be in all three MotoGP classes. To celebrate they are offering fans their Red Bull KTM MotoGP Fan Pack. It costs $300. per pack and includes: Weekend Admission (Friday – Sunday, KTM Grandstand Seating (Turn 4), Red Bull KTM Backpack, T-Shirt, Hat, drink and lanyard. www.ktm.com/us/news/usa/2017-red-bull-ktm-motogp-fan-pack. Limited offer and first come, first served.
BIKES FOR BEEF TAX
The tariff is part of a dispute with the European Union over U.S. beef that contains hormones and would affect motorcycles imported from Europe with an engine siize between 51cc and 500cc. The proposed tariff is 100 percent.
The Congressional Motorcycle Caucus co-chairs are urging the tariff on motorcycles to be removed from the bill. Contact your Congressman and Senator by March 7th to encourage them to oppose the tariff. The sponsors are trying to use motorcycles as leverage.
ARTICLE ON GRAEME CROSBY IN CYCLE NEWS
by Larry Lawrence
The native New Zealander left his mark on the world of Road Racing. Among many other races, he won the Isle of Man TT, Daytona 200, Imola 00 and Suzuka 8 hour. You can read the full story in Cycle News for free. www.cyclenews.com
BIKES AND BURGERS
The “not to be missed” event is on Sunday, June 4 at the Early Years of Motocross Museum & Tom and Dani White’s private estate. It benefits High Hopes and program for those with head injuries. Information on the flyer.
EDDIE MULDER’S BRITISH BIKE RALLY AT LAKE CACHUMA
Flyers and entry form attached
Been told that this is a really fun event and well run. June 2-5 for vintage British bike enthusiasts and their families. Enjoy the companying of old and new friends at the Live Oak Campground, 18 miles north of Santa Barbara.
Grand Marshall is Bill Getty. (661) 944 1184, enjmulder@gmail.com, www.eddiemulderswcvdts.com, facebook @cachuma Lake Vintage Motorcycle Rally
SAN JOSE PRO INDOOR SHORT TRACK
Flyer attached
Saturday night, April 8th at the Santa Clara County Fairgrounds. Starts Friday afternoon with open practice. Races on Sunday. This yearly event is lots of fun and many racers from years past show up to kick tires and tell lies. This is also in conjunction with the BSAOCNC Clubmans Show and Swap. Several gooreasons to be there. www.bsaocnc.org
ARIZONA MILE AT PHOENIX SATURDAY, MAY 13TH
This AMA Pro Flat Track event is round 4 of the American Flat Track Series. It is presented by Buddy Stubbs Harley Davidson and promises a full day of events, music, historic bike show and autograph’s. Tickets available www.arizonamile.com (602) 730 0778.
SOCAL OLD TIMERS MOTOCROSS
This club is primarily for racers over the age of 40, but young racers are also welcome. SoCal is a very friendly and family oriented group. Their next event will be on March 12th at Milestone Vet in Riverside. It is followed by races at Glen Helen on April 2 and Sunrise MX Park in Adelanto on April 9th. Beginners to Masters. socalotmx.org (714) 262 1337 and on Facebook.
BSAOCSC RIDES
Sunday, March 19th BSAOCSC presents the “Al Baker Dual Sport” ride. Meet at the Al Baker Ranch at 9am. 16400 Wild Road, Helendale, CA. ride starts at 10am and is approximately 90-100 miles. For Vintage British motorcycles only, with street registration and spark arrestors. (310) 292 8997 or (760) 365 9191 or (951) 440 3521
Saturday, March 25th. BSAOCNC Clubman’s Show and Swap at the San Jose Fairgrounds.
Sunday, March 26th Long Beach Motorcycle Swap-meet. http://www.socalcycleswapmeet.com
Sunday, April 9. BSAOCSC “Paul Elmore Memorial Inland Empire” street ride. Starts at the south Temecula area Walmart, 32225 Temecula Pkwy. turn east off the I-5 on Temecula Pkwy (Hwy 79 south) to Walmart near Apis Road and Hwy 79 south. Meet at 9, ride at 10. (951)440 3521.
AARMA VINTAGE EVENTS
Saturday, April 8 is Observed Trials, Round 3 at Burrows Ranch in Chrome, CA
Sunday, April 9 is vintage motocross, Round 4 at Burrows Ranch in Chrome, Ca.
April 21 – 23 vintage road racing, rounds 5 & 6 at Willow Springs Raceway in Rosamond
April 27-28 vintage road racing rounds 7&8 at Sonoma Raceway
50 YEARS AGO IN CYCLE NEWS
Drag racing was on the cover. Art Baumann won Cotati. Story on how Dick Mann modifies his own race frames for scrambles racing. The Elsinore Scrambles hosted by the Penguins M.C. and scrambles at Perris Raceway. Articles on Larry Bergquist and Robby Ferro.
40 YEARS AGO
Reg Pridmore and Mike Purdy on the cover. Parker 400 won by Larry Roeseler and Rolf Tibblin. California Recreational Trials Committee heard comments regarding proposals for three new OHV parks in California: Hungry Valley, Ritter Ranch and Potrero. Bruce Ogilvie won the Moose Run Hare and Hound. Danny LaPorte, Bob Hannah and Rick Burgett big winners at Florida Winter-AMA MX Series at Gainsville. Hideo “Pop” Yoshimura was injured in a fire that gutted his dyno room while testing a 1000cc Kawasaki road racer.
30 YEARS AGO
Rick Johnson on cover for winning the San Diego Supercross. Interview of Calvin Rayborn III. Sal Hoffman won the Cow Palace TT in San Francisco. Rick Johnson and Ron Lechien were 1st & 2nd at the AMA Supercross Series round in Miami, Florida. Steve Morehead won the 2 day Dirt Track Series at Florida State Fairgrounds in Tampa. Mike Baker won Adelanto Grand Prix
SO CAL NORTON CALENDAR
Death Valley Ride on March 25th – 27th. For this 3 day event meet on Saturday morning at Crazy Otto’s, located at 1228 W. Avenue I in Lancaster. Ride departs at 9am sharp. The club headquarters is the Atomic Inn in Beatty, NV, where they will be staying Saturday and Sunday night. Make reservations there or hotel of your choice. Ride maps will be posted online.
Kernville on April 22nd and 23ed info to follow on website http://socalnorton.com/wp/calendar
FLAT TRACK RACING AT VENTURA RACEWAY
The next Flat Track/Speedway/Quad event will be April 29th Gates open at 3pm. Racing at 5:30pm venturaraceway.com (805) 648 7223 racetrack, (805) 985 5433 (office
GLEN HELEN EVENTS
Saturday, March 1 st REM MX/ MX Practice
Sunday, March 12th SRA GP
Saturday, March 18th REM MX/ MX Practice
Sunday, March 19 th JBC 6 hour Endurance Race
Saturday, March 25th Tough Mudder
Sunday, March 26th Tough Mudder
CALIFORNIA FLAT TRACK AFTERBURNER SERIES
Friday, March 31st practice Saturday, April 1st Round 5
Chowchilla Fairgrounds 1/8 mile cushion in new horse arena (covered) Gates open at 4, practice 5-9
info@californiaflattrack.com (415) 320 7889
Southern California Flat Track at Perris
Round 2 on Saturday, March 11. Gates open at 12:30, Practice at 3:30 followed by racing.
Practice on Saturday, March 25 from 2-7
Round 3 on Saturday, April 8
http://www.southerncaliforniaflattrack.com (951) 443 7622 socalflattrack@aol.com
ARENACROSS COMING TO THE WEST COAST
March 18-19 Moda Center Portland Or
March 24-26 Livestock Events Center Reno, Nv
April 1-2 Golden 1 Center Sacramento, CA
April 21-23 Denver Coliseum Denver, Co
May 5-7 Orleans Arena Las Vegas, NV
www.arenacross.com
MOTOAMERICA
Round 1 is in Austin Texas at the Circuit of the Americas on April 20-23.
Round 2 Atlanta, GA Road Atlanta April 28-30
For those of you who are waiting for it to arrive on the west coast.
Round 6 Monterrey, Ca Laguna Seca July 7-9
Round 7 Sonoma , Ca Sonoma Raceway August 11-13
WORCS
March 10-12 Round 4-5 Lake Havasu, AZ
April 1-2 Round 6 Las Vegas Nevada
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AMA HALL OF FAME EFFORT WITH WORKS PERFORMANCE— I ran into the son of Charles Curnutt who designed the first long travel dirt bike shocks, basically changing the sport for the better forever. There has been some talk of nominating Charles for the AMA Hall of Fame.
His son spoke to Gil, the founder of Works Performance, who at one time worked for Charles and there was some talk of this nomination. I tried to reach Gil and discovered he passed away, and Charles also has health issues. If you know of this effort or would like to help, don’t hesitate to nominate Charles and or reach out to me, KRB@Bikernet.com.
In 1973, Works Performance Products began producing unique off-road shocks, with a revolutionary damping system. At the same time, Works Performance started a tradition of winning championships.
2WHEELERS DAYTONA BIKE WEEK— The best shop in Daytona is 2Wheelers on Main for quirky motorcycle gear and apparel. Don’t forget to check in and tell ‘em Bikernet sent you.
–Bandit
Trump Should Be Appalled by Police Asset Forfeiture– Cops can seize cash, cars and real estate without its owner ever being charged or convicted of a crime.
America’s sheriffs have given President Trump a woefully inaccurate view of civil asset forfeiture—the process through which police seize, and prosecutors literally sue, cash, cars and real estate that they suspect may be connected to a crime. “People want to say we’re taking money and without due process. That’s not true,” a Kentucky sheriff told the president last month at a White House meeting. Critics of forfeiture, the sheriff added, simply “make up stories.”
In fact, thousands of Americans have had their assets taken without ever being charged with a crime, let alone convicted. Russ Caswell almost lost his Massachusetts motel, which had been run by his family for more than 50 years, because of 15 “drug-related incidents” there from 1994-2008, a period through which he rented out nearly 200,000 rooms.
Maryland dairy farmer Randy Sowers had his entire bank account—roughly $60,000—seized by the IRS, which accused him of running afoul of reporting requirements for cash deposits. Mandrel Stuart had $17,550 in receipts from his Virginia barbecue restaurant confiscated during a routine traffic stop. A manager of a Christian rock band had $53,000 in cash—profits from concerts and donations intended for an orphanage in Thailand—seized in Oklahoma after being stopped for a broken taillight. All of the property in these outrageous cases was eventually returned, but only after an arduous process.
This kind of abuse has united reformers on all sides of the political debate: progressives, conservatives, independents, even a few former drug warriors. Since 2014 nearly 20 states and the District of Columbia have enacted laws limiting asset forfeiture or increasing transparency. Nearly 20 other states are considering similar legislation. Last week a reform bill passed the Indiana Senate 40-10. It would require a criminal conviction before a court can declare a person’s assets forfeited.
Another good step for state and federal legislators would be to bar agencies from keeping the money they seize. Today more than 40 states and the federal government permit law-enforcement agencies to retain anywhere from 45% to 100% of forfeiture proceeds. As a result, forfeiture has practically become an industry.
The Institute for Justice, where we work, has obtained data on asset forfeiture across 14 states, including California, Texas and New York. Between 2002 and 2013, the revenue from forfeiture more than doubled, from $107 million to $250 million. Federal confiscations have risen even faster. In 1986 the Justice Department’s Assets Forfeiture Fund collected $93.7 million. In 2014 the number was $4.5 billion.
Allowing police and prosecutors to keep part of what they confiscate gives them an incentive to target cash instead of criminals. In 2011 a Nashville TV news station investigated seizures on nearby interstate highways. Drugs usually came in on the eastbound lanes, while the money would flow out on the westbound lanes. The reporters found that police made “10 times as many stops on the money side.” They were less focused on stopping the drugs than on grabbing the cash.
Or consider a program under the Drug Enforcement Administration for paying confidential sources, the subject of a blistering federal audit last fall. An informant who provides intelligence resulting in forfeiture can receive as much as 25% of the confiscated property’s value—up to $500,000. The audit examined nine DEA informants in the parcel industry who offered tips in 205 cases. That led to $5.8 million in seizures and $1.2 million in payments to sources, but only a single confiscation of an illegal substance.
To prevent these abuses, lawmakers in Alaska, Connecticut, North Dakota and Texas have sponsored legislation that would send confiscated proceeds directly to the general fund of the state or county. Similar measures in Arizona and Hawaii would restrict forfeiture proceeds to being used to compensate crime victims and their families.
Yet sometimes police circumvent state restrictions by routing forfeitures through a federal program known as “equitable sharing.” By cooperating with the feds they can seize property for forfeiture under federal law, and then receive a cut—up to 80% of the proceeds. From 2001-14 nearly 62,000 people had $2.5 billion confiscated under equitable sharing, according to the Washington Post. All of those seizures occurred “without search warrants or indictments.”
Fortunately, states are now closing this loophole, too. Last fall California Gov. Jerry Brown signed a bill that, in most cases, requires a criminal conviction before any California agency can receive equitable-sharing proceeds. In January Ohio Gov. John Kasich approved legislation to ban his state’s police and prosecutors from transferring seized property to federal agencies unless its value is more than $100,000. Similar reforms have been introduced in Colorado, New Hampshire and a handful of other states.
Interest in stopping civil forfeiture has never been greater, and it isn’t based on fables. We hope Mr. Trump will take a fresh look and seize the opportunity to defend American property rights—and return law enforcement’s focus to prosecuting criminals.
Mr. McGrath is senior legislative counsel and Mr. Sibilla is a communications associate at the Institute for Justice.
–By Lee McGrath and Nick Sibilla
Wall Street Journal
BAGGER DEAL OF THE WEEK– 2005 Harley Davidson Road Glide FLTRI – $16800
2005 HARLEY FLTRI
VIN: 1HD1FSW365Y608886
condition: excellent
engine displacement (CC): 95
fuel: gas
paint color: blue
title status: clean
transmission: manual
I so do not want to sell this, it is what it is.
Up for sale is a 2005 Harley Davidson Road Glide FLTRI.
I purchased the bike brand spankin’ new.
The entire top end is Screaming Eagle. All SE parts were installed BY HARLEY before I took delivery on the bike. I have all original paperwork proving this. Just some of the extras are;
TOUR PACK LARGE W/ RACK
4 SPEAKER ENHANCED RADIO CD
HEATED GRIPS
SADDLE AIR SEAT FRONT AND REAR W/ REAR DRIVERS BACKREST
POWER COMMANDER
23,000 OR SO MILES
COLOR = CHOPPER BLUE
ONE OWNER
GARAGE KEPT
NON SMOKING
MINOR ROCK CHIPS HERE AND THERE
GOOD TIRES
RED LINE OIL IS ALL I USE
I ONLY USE PREMIUM FUEL
OIL COOLER ROCK GUARD CUSTOM
BATTERY TENDER WHIP
SUPER SWEET AIR INTAKE
D&D EXHAUST TIPS
ELECTRICS AT GROIN AREA TO PLUG IN YOUR GERBINGS HEATED CLOTHING.
LOTS LOTS MORE.
The bike was dyno’d, I think I have the specs someplace still. I have never
“opened it up” to see how fast it will go. It is safe to say well over 100 is all’s
I ever went to.
I would not hesitate to jump on this beast and head to the southern tip of
South America AND BACK. I have never abused the bike. It is such a joy
to ride. If you are taller you will LOVE THIS BIKE. I am about 5-10.5″ tall
and my feet just sit flat. The seat is a massive awesome air bladder w/ pump saddle.
Serious only need apply, PLEASE.
No trades, (Except Crawler Dozers) all funds must clear before take-over.
I have the pink in my name.
You must have MC Endorsement to test ride and leave your first born to putt the bike. 🙂
–Mark Temple
BOLT of California
BOLT of Arizona
Twitter: BOLT of California
Facebook: CalBolt
(916) 402-7981
“The two enemies of the People are criminals and government,
so let us tie the second down with the chains of the constitution
so the second will not become the legalized version of the first.”
–Thomas Jefferson
AUSTRALIAN CLUB NEWS– Rebels MC Club leader Alex Vella tells of his life in exile
He once led arguably Australia’s largest motorcycle club, but former club leader Alex Vella now spends his days writing poetry and raising pet budgerigars.
‘The Maltese Falcon’, as he’s known to both loved ones and his enemies, had a ferocious reputation but now, at 64, he hardly seemed a threat with his pet bird “Champion” pressed against his cheek.
News Corp reporters met Mr Vella outside a small cafe in Mosta, a small town in central Malta, armed with a folder of old news stories and poetry scribbled on the back of envelopes and loose pieces of paper.
He no longer wore club colors of club he once headed, the Rebels, because, he says “they are more trouble than they’re worth”.
The thick moustache, snakeskin boots and mullet hairstyle remain the same, and stand out in the crowd on this small Mediterranean island where he’s been in exile since 2014.
Two fat golden rings sparkled as he shook hands with the strength worthy of a retired professional boxer who was named light-heavyweight champion of Malta in 1978. Mr Vella did not speak about his former club at first but instead heads to the back of the cafe, ordered a round of cappuccinos and started reciting his favorite poems.
“Charlie was no fool, he came from the old school,” he quotes a verse about a cousin of his who died a few years back.
The colorful father-of-two chuckled when he revealed he could not read or write and often asked passers-by and friends in Malta to scribble down words and rhymes as they came to him.
“I cannot read and write but I can count,” he said when pressed about how he earned his money. “I worked hard as a bricklayer and a laborer and even as a bouncer at the clubs for a while. “My cousin taught me how to make smart investments and that’s what I did. The Australian Government made me prove where all my money came from a while back and I was able to do so.”
After a second round of cappuccinos and several stories about his former boxing glory, Mr Vella agreed to show the dilapidated apartment block he now called home. The unit was owned by a friend who let Mr Vella stay for free. It was tucked away on a side-street filled with buildings that were crumbling with age, and stray cats out the front searching for food.
No walls separated his bedroom from his kitchen and his small balcony was crowded by a large cage filled with a small army of squawking budgies.
It was a far-cry from his home in western Sydney which came with a fleet of luxury cars and motorcycles. “This is Champion,” he says proudly, holding up a white and red-splashed bird which lets Mr Vella handle him without much fuss. “I used to have so many animals and birds in Australia but these are all I have now.” Above all, he misses his wife Heather Vella deeply and says their time apart has taken a toll on their marriage.
Mr Vella adamantly denies being involved in organized crime. Police say their data sheds a different light on the club that he ran. During 2011 and 2012, while Mr Vella was in charge, more than 700 Rebels club members were investigated in relation to 1200 charges. The evidence of a criminal culture was enough for the Government to revoke his visa – and for the Federal Court to deny his appeal.
–from anonymous contributor in a dinghy off the coast of Australia
LEPERA SEAT OF THE WEEK— Bare Bones up front for Dynas.
Overview
Give your Dyna that extreme, slammed look with the lowest, most narrow production seat in existence.
Lowers seating area to improve bike control.
Moves you 2.5″ closer to the handlebars.
Specs
Driver Seating:
8.5″ Wide
Passenger Seating:
N/A
MSRP:
$242.00
Options:
Biker Gel: MSRP + $ 87.00
Leather Seating: MSRP + $ 88.00
Full Leather: MSRP + $149.00
Part Number:
LKU-001 [’06-’17] Dyna
THE IOWA DUI LAWS– Iowa lawmakers introduced two bills last month that would require motorists who are arrested or convicted of driving under the influence of alcohol (DUI) to undergo a twice-daily in-person sobriety testing. Those who pass can go about their day. Those who don’t go straight to jail.
The proposed 24/7 sobriety bills are aimed at repeat offenders, and first-time offenders whose blood alcohol concentration exceeded 0.15 percent at arrest. Offenders would also have to install and use ignition interlock devices in their vehicles and unless they can prove they can’t afford it, pay for the daily monitoring and the fees for the interlock devices.
The 24/7 sobriety program has been embraced in Alaska, Montana, North Dakota and Wyoming plus all but four counties in South Dakota. Thirteen states are currently conducting pilot programs and four more plan to do so soon.
In South Dakota, officials have noted since the legislated sobriety program began there has been a dramatic decrease in traffic fatalities due to DUI. They claim the recidivism rate for convicted DUI motorists has decreased as well.
Late last year in Iowa, a statewide governor’s task force convened to tackle the issue of impaired driving. The twice-daily in-person breath test was just one of 66 proposals recommended by the group.
If the 24/7 sobriety bills pass in Iowa, judges would have the authority to order an offender to take part as a condition of bond, pretrial release or sentencing. The Board of Parole could also require participation.
Twice before Iowa lawmakers have proposed a similar bill. In 2016, the legislation stalled in the House after Mothers against Drunk Driving (MADD) and the American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) opposed the bill.
MADD is pushing for interlock devices on all vehicles driven by DUI offenders and generally oppose any new DUI bill without that measure. “The 24/7 program is more like a treatment of alcoholism,” said J.T. Griffin, MADD’s chief government affairs officer. He added, “Ignition interlocks are geared toward protecting the public, because they keep people from drinking and driving.”
ACLU of Iowa Legal Director Rita Bettis described the 24/7 sobriety program as a “dramatic overreach” that requires full-time sobriety instead of targeting “a lack of sobriety when driving.” The ACLU also opposes motorists participating in the program who had not yet been convicted of a crime. Montana’s Supreme Court ruled in 2015 that requiring 24/7 participation by people charged but not convicted with drunk driving did not violate their rights to due process.
The 2015 Federal Highway Bill provided funding to states for the 24/7 sobriety program giving it parity with ignition interlocks. Incentives for states to work out the 24/7 laws will continue beyond the twenty-two states that have programs or have already shown interest.
Being arrested for drunk driving is a serious offense and can have cataclysmic personal consequences such as jail time, hefty fines, ongoing monitoring, loss of auto insurance and even the loss of a job.
DUI Laws Update: Part 3 will explore the current financial costs of a DUI conviction.
Use this link to share this NMA E-Newsletter with others:
https://www.motorists.org/alerts/dui-laws-update-part-2-twice-daily-person-breath-tests-nma-e-newsletter-425/
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BIKERNET BAD JOKE LIBRARY OPEN FOR LUNCH– A couple was celebrating their golden wedding anniversary. Their domestic tranquility had long been the talk of the town. A local newspaper reporter was inquiring as to the secret of their long and happy marriage.
“Well, it dates back to our honeymoon,” explained the man. “We visited the Grand Canyon and took a trip down to the bottom on the canyon by pack mule. We hadn’t gone too far when my wife’s mule stumbled.
My wife quietly said, ‘That’s once.’ We proceeded a little further and the mule stumbled again.
Once more my wife quietly said, ‘That’s twice.’ Hadn’t gone a half- mile when the mule stumbled the third time. My wife quietly removed a revolver from her pocket and shot the mule dead.
I started to yell at her for her treatment of the mule when she looked at me and quietly said ‘That’s once.”
–from Rogue and sidehack Jerry
–Gerry Merchant
merch@bellaliant.com
Moncton, NB, Canada
CUSTOM MOTORCYCLE SHOW & EXPO, GIBRALTAR– Are you Proud of Your Ride? Then show it off at the 10th Anniversary Custom Motorcycle Show & Expo March 25-26! Call in, email us, or stop by with your entry form.
BIKE ENTRY REGISTRATION – VENDOR REGISTRATION
BIKINI CONTEST REGISTRATION
AUCTION Records Set in Las Vegas–
Mecum’s Las Vegas Motorcycle Auction in January achieved sales of $13.7 Million, an astonishing 92% sell-through rate and 53% sales increase. The auction set a new benchmark making it the most successful in the event’s history, selling 868 of the 949 motorcycles.
Here are the top 10 sales (not including buyer’s premiums):
1. 1912 Henderson Four (Lot F129) at $490,000
2. 1913 Henderson Four (Lot S163) at $150,000
3. 1913 Henderson 4-Cylinder Deluxe (Lot S108) at $127,500
4. 1928 Excelsior Big Bertha Hillclimber (Lot S162) at $117,500
5. 1949 Vincent Black Shadow (Lot F180) at $110,000
6. 1923 Indian Chief with Princess Side Car (Lot S179) at $100,000
7. 1914 Flanders Model D Twin (Lot S111) at $95,000
8. 1931 Henderson Four (Lot S151) at $95,000
9. 1929 Cleveland Tornado (Lot T183) at $91,000
10. 1941 Indian Four (Lot S201) at $90,000
For complete results go to Mecum.com.
Another motorcycle-exclusive Mecum auction happens in Las Vegas June 1-3 at the South Point Hotel & Casino.
Marilyn Stemp
–Kiwi News
Gettysburg Bike Week Enlists Foghat and 50 Shades of Men for 2017 Rally– Back for its 17th anniversary rally at the Allstar Events Complex in Gettysburg, PA, Gettysburg Bike Week is proud to feature English rock band Foghat and premier male revue 50 Shades of Men among this year’s entertainment slate.
Festivities kick off Thursday, July 6, 2017, and run through Sunday, July 9.
NEXT GIRL OF BIKERNET– This one never got published… Tattoo dropped the ball- she’s an air traffic controller. I shot her in Honolulu.
–Markus Cuff
Certified Bikernet Feature Photographer
Also shooting for the Horse, American Iron, Cycle Source and Easyriders
UNCLE MONKEY ON THE WINTER BLUES– As the cold winter air sweeps across the nation we are driven indoors. No lazy evenings on the deck watching the sun set, no hikes through the scenic surrounds of our homes.
Winter keeps us in the garage tinkering away at projects with the door closed as the cold tries to force its way in. It is nights in front of the TV cheering for our favorite sports team. It’s curling up on the sofa with the old lady and watching that chick flick you had to agree to so that you could watch the Super Bowl uninterrupted.
As the days turn into weeks and drag into the months the walls start to close in around us. We notice the old computer collecting dust since you got the laptop. We notice the dust under our glasses as we set them down. We tire of tripping over the same box of old parts every single time we have to get to that corner of the garage.
Our project creates more old parts, too good to be thrown away, but they just get tossed on top of the previous winter stash of old iron. This constriction finally pushes us into spring cleaning. The bike lift gets pushed to the back wall and all the metal chips finally make it into pail.
Parts are sorted and designated as swap meet fodder and this year you mean it. The old lady notices you with a dust rag in your hand as you finally clear the empties from the end table beside the recliner.
You finally hang that picture of the Badlands that has been leaning against the wall. You finally go through the closet collecting the old t-shirts you’ll give to goodwill. Some sweeping here, some mopping there, a de-cluttered shelf. A handful of projects stricken off the honey-do list, a day spent pushing back the walls that were closing in.
Spring cleaning is for the soul as well. A call to meet for beers with Bobby. Taking Old Red’s leash from the front door and putting it with her collar in the box in the back of the closet.
Letting go of grudges that have staled with time. You may never forget but hatefulness and forgiveness no longer deserve your time.
A few less bags of chips and a few more stretches, a few more blocks walking Blue before he follows after Red. Remembering why you fell in love with the old lady to begin with. Our soul can become as cluttered as our homes and garages filled with useless hate and remorse. Lighten it lightens the weight on your shoulders.
So as you wait for spring unpack your home, unpack your soul so when spring finally does arrive you’ll be ready.
-Bad Uncle Monkey Buddha
JOHN TAYLOR R.I.P.– Posted by Ed Youngblood on Facebook:
John Taylor died last Friday at home in California.
With extreme sadness, the wife and daughter of John Taylor send news of his sudden passing on Friday, March 3, 2017, at 12:05pm at Palomar Hospital, Vista, California after an accident at home.
He is survived by his wife of 62 years, Catherine (Kay) Taylor of Vista, California, his sister, Doris J. Taylor of Syracuse, New York, his daughter, Karen Taylor of Albany, New York and previously deceased son, J. Trent Taylor, his grandchildren Rachel (husband Kevin, Jesse, Katie and George; Great Grandchildren Bradley, Dylan, Kylie and Amelia.
John Taylor was the founder of Yankee Motorcycle, while no longer in production, It was one of the few American made motorcycles in the post-war era. He was a pioneer in the industry and a strong advocate of the many people involved in the racing community at large. John earned a Bronze medal at the 1964 International Six Day Trial held in East Germany.
John was an incredibly visionary and innovative person. Since leaving the motorcycle industry he has worked in highly-advanced digital audio technology.
–from Judy Whitson
Trailblazers
Jason Jessee Signature Series Grips Customs– Jason Jesse is a rare individual who’s known across multiple subcultures, including skateboarding and motorcycling, with skills and style in all of them. New from J. Jessee and Lowbrow Customs, introducing the Jason Jessee Signature Series Waffle Grips.
Lowbrow Customs has over three dozen unique styles of handlebar grips for your motorcycle ranging from traditional to unique. The newest editions are the Jason Jessee Signature Series grips, available in three classic colorways ensuring a perfect accent to a wide variety of bikes: Cork, Natural Gum and Black. They are available for both 1″ and 7/8″ handlebars. Other very popular Lowbrow grips include the Cole Foster Signature Series Grips and Lowbrow Beck Grips.
Jason Jessee Signature Series Waffle Grips are $24.95 per pair. For more details or to place your order call toll-free 1-855-456-9276 or visit www.lowbrowcustoms.com/jj
Lowbrow Customs is run by a tight-knit crew based in Brunswick, Ohio, USA and has been at the forefront of design in custom motorcycle parts for bobbers and choppers since 2004.
From DR Allen Lipkin comment regarding Chris Callen’s article The Climate Hustle–
I’m a Ph.D. Organic Chemist and am a foamy-mouthed liberal. Human climate warming has some serious scientific flaws.
Just sayin’…. The climate has been warming for 12,000 years, completely melting over a mile of ice that used to cover Canada. It’s still warming and will do so for another century or so.
The human contribution to global warming is minimal at best. Curious? Check out Malankovitch Cycles.
BIKERNET GUN NUT REPORT–
Our concealed carry class for three states, Utah, Minnesota and Wisconsin, may be the last event we have at the Compound.
I hope you’re signed up for this $30-three-state concealed permit class, with lunch. If you don’t need it, plan on stopping by at 3:00 pm this Sunday after the class and bring your old weapons to trade or sell.
Open to everyone, I hope you can make some good deals, depending on what people bring by. Or at least stop in, have a soda, beer or coffee and hang out for awhile (after 3 pm). The Compound is up for sale and there most likely won’t be any big gatherings coming up.
So stop by, we’d love to see you. This photo is from when the Born to Ride movie premiered here a few years back. Some of the stars of the movie, all musicians in their own right, jumped up on the 40 foot stage and did an impromptu version of “Mustang Sally,” thanks to the keyboard and vocals of Branscombe Richmond.
Even Keith Ball got in the action with vocals. And of course, the lovely Sarah Lasky and Neda Stevic provided dance and beauty on the stage. What a party that was. Mike Anthony Jones, writer, producer and director of the movie was there with his band too.
Great memories of some great parties at the Compound. Please stop by to say hello, goodbye, fare thee well or whatever. Sunday, March 12, 9 am – 3 pm concealed carry class (must pre-register online at RG Compound) or 3 pm for socializing and buy-swap-sell weapons.—Tony Sanfelipo
THE CONTROL FREAK DIGEST– Florida is trying to make helmets mandatory for motorcycle riders.
All parties interested in seeing that this does not happen should contact their elected officials and ask them to Vote Against Florida HB 6009 (2017) Motorcycle Safety.
Click on link to see actual notice from the State of Florida
— Dee
HB 6009 (2017) Motorcycle Safety
http://www.flsenate.gov/Session/Bill/2017/06009
HOUSE – Introduced
STOLEN MOTORCYCLE ALERT–
Yaniv’s prized FXR was stolen today. If you run across any info go to PowerPlant.com quick.
— Markus Cuff
NEW HARLEY-DAVIDSON STREET ROD IS TUNED FOR DYNAMIC URBAN PERFORMANCE– High-Output Revolution X Engine and Refined Chassis Deliver More Power and Nimble Handling
The new Harley-Davidson Street Rod motorcycle is a muscular middle-weight built to blitz the city streets. An addition to the Harley-Davidson Street model family, the Street Rod is agile, powerful and tuned for maneuvering through traffic and congestion. Steeped in tough Harley-Davidson® Dark Custom styling, bearing a stance that’s poised and aggressive, the Street Rod always looks ready for action.
“The Street Rod will put the thrill in any urban commute,” said Mathew Weber, Harley-Davidson Chief Engineer for the Street Rod. “We’ve paired the potent new High Output Revolution X 750 engine with a revised chassis and up-rated suspension components to make the Street Rod quick, light-handling and easy to ride.”
The Street Rod backs up its performance with a liberal dose of Harley-Davidson Dark Custom styling.
“We made this new bike look tough and aggressive,” said Harley-Davidson Lead Designer Chetan Shedjale. “This aligns with the environment our riders will experience this motorcycle in. The inverted, black-anodized forks and triple clamps along with a new speed screen combine to add visual mass to the Street Rod front end. The increased ground clearance and new 17-inch wheels give the Street Rod an intimidating stance. Finally, a supercharger-inspired air intake and the deeper growl of the exhaust note draw attention to the High Output Revolution X engine.”
The High Output Revolution X 750 engine produces 18 percent more horsepower and 8 percent more torque than the standard Revolution X 750 engine (U.S. and Canada markets only). The new single overhead-cam V-Twin engine features a larger air box, a new dual-throat throttle body, revised four-valve cylinder heads and high-lift camshafts, and a higher-volume muffler. The compression ratio is bumped from 11.0:1 to 12.0:1, and the engine redline is increased from 8,000 to 9,000 rpm.
“We’ve improved air flow and then tuned this new engine to maximize mid-range torque,” said Weber. “It really delivers a punch between 3,000 and 5,000 rpm, power you can always feel and use in real-world riding situations. Liquid cooling helps maintain that performance and rider comfort in stop-and-go urban traffic.”
The new Street Rod chassis is engineered to match the performance of the High Output Revolution X engine.
The front end features rigid 43mm inverted forks gripped by a lightweight aluminum triple clamp. Fork rake angle is tightened from 32 to 27 degrees to quicken the steering. Coil-over rear shock absorbers have an external reservoir to increase fluid capacity and improve control.
The shocks increase the rear suspension travel by 31 percent, to 4.6 inches. A new swing arm is slightly longer to accommodate the taller ride height, and has new performance-inspired styling.
Lean angle is increased from 28.5 degrees left and right to 37.3 degrees right and 40.2 degrees left. The Street Rod rolls on light-weight, 17-inch front and rear Split 7 Spoke Black Cast Wheels and new Michelin Scorcher 21 radial tires.
Dual 300mm-diameter front disc brakes deliver confident stopping power. Anti-Lock Braking (ABS) and the Harley-Davidson Smart Security System are factory-installed options for the Street Rod.
“The Street Rod is the most nimble motorcycle in the current Harley-Davidson line-up,” said Weber. “Tires, wheels, suspension and frame geometry are engineered to work together and deliver handling that’s light and precise at all speeds.”
A new seat shape is designed to fit the rider’s contour, and seat height is raised by 3.7 inches, to 29.4 inches, to enhance the rider’s view forward over traffic. A flat, drag-style handlebar puts the rider in a fist-forward posture on the bike. The Street Rod also features new forged foot controls and aluminum foot pegs that are positioned for a comfortable seating position that also makes it easy for riders to get feet down to the ground at stops.
Street Rod styling highlights include a new color-matched speed screen, a short aggressive street fighter-inspired tail, and all-new LED tail lamp and turn signals with a Street Rod signature look.
The Street Rod will be offered in three color options: Vivid Black, Charcoal Denim, and Olive Gold.
*All comparisons made to the standard Revolution X 750 engine
About Harley-Davidson Motor Company
Since 1903, Harley-Davidson Motor Company has fulfilled dreams of personal freedom with cruiser, touring and custom motorcycles, riding experiences and events, and a complete line of Harley-Davidson motorcycle parts, accessories, general merchandise, riding gear and apparel. For more information, visit www.h-d.com.
TRAVEL ALERT MIXED WITH CHINESE SHADES– West Virginia has a site dedicated to Motorcycle Tourism – https://gotowv.com/adventure-play/hiking-biking-trails/motorcycling/
–Rogue
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UNRIVALED LINE-X PROTECTIVE COATINGS BOOST WORK FLEET PERFORMANCE AT THE 2017 NTEA WORK TRUCK SHOW– American-Made, Scientifically Advanced ‘Armor’ Extends Vehicle Life and Enhances Performance for Work Trucks, Fleet Vehicles and Associated Equipment –
LINE-X coating applied to the rear step and cargo area of a commercial service body
LINE-X, a global leader in powerful polyurea coatings designed to deliver extreme protection in the most mission-critical conditions, will be featuring their full line of protective coatings in different applications for fleet vehicles and equipment at the 2017 NTEA Work Truck Show March 14-17 in Indianapolis.
With a similar level of proven durability seen in LINE-X’s defense and military applications – such as bomb blast mitigation on the Pentagon – various protective coating options are being used on everything from fire trucks and SWAT vehicles to fleets of commercial and municipal vehicles of every size and type.
LINE-X’s armor coating protects against corrosion, abrasion, impact damage and even provides protection from slippery conditions for enhanced safety. Different versions of the product can be applied to virtually any part of a vehicle: beds, bumpers, rockers, step bars, service compartments, bulkheads, equipment, racking systems and much more.
Enhanced aesthetics/good looks for the long haul – with full color matching/customization capabilities and style options.
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THE BIKERNET BAD JOKE LIBRARY IS STILL OPEN– A Mafia Godfather finds out that his bookkeeper, Guido, has cheated him out of $10,000,000.00.
His bookkeeper is deaf. That was the reason he got the job in the first place. It was assumed that Guido would hear nothing so he would not have to testify in court. When the Godfather goes to confront Guido about his missing $10 million, he takes along his lawyer who knows sign language.
The Godfather tells the lawyer, “Ask him where the money is! The lawyer, using sign language, asks Guido, Where’s the money?
Guido signs back, “I don’t know what you are talking about.”
The lawyer tells the Godfather, “He says he doesn’t know what you are talking about” The Godfather pulls out a pistol, puts it to Guido’s head and says, “Ask him again or I’ll kill him!”
The lawyer signs to Guido, “He’ll kill you if you don’t tell him.” Guido trembles and signs back, “OK! You win! The money is in a brown briefcase, buried behind the shed at my cousin Bruno’s house.
The Godfather asks the lawyer, “What did he say?” The lawyer replies, “He says you don’t have the balls to pull the trigger.” Don’t you just love lawyers?
–from Rogue and Sidehack Jerry
Brock’s Performance & Wedge Fairing joins Eric & Cheyenne Crossing during the 2017 Rally– Lead, SD- Cheyenne Crossing has expanded their floor plan in order to add additional vendors to this popular location. “I’ve exhibited everywhere in the hills during the Sturgis Rally, Rapid City, Downtown Sturgis, Main Street…
For thirty years I’ve been coming here. This is the best and easiest location I’ve ever had. That’s why I decided to lease the entire lot. It guarantees me the best location for years to come”, states Eric Herrmann.
Eric’s focus is to showcase Motorcycle related vendors. “Only the cool stuff” states Eric. This past week Brock’s Performance and Wedge Fairing have both signed on as exhibitors at this very busy location. If you have a unique or Hand Made American product, and want to exhibit with the best of the best, contact us.
Cheyenne Crossing is located at Rt. 85 & 14A, which is the entrance to Spearfish Canyon. This popular location has some of the finest food in the Hills as well as ice-cold beer. Eric also brings his friend Paul Miles, world-renowned Blues Artist for your musical entertainment.
Virtually every bike attending Sturgis rides through Spearfish Canyon. This equates to approximately 350,000 to 500,000 passing through this location on a bad year. 5000 to 7000 Bikers visit Cheyenne Crossing daily. With improved parking this year, those numbers will increase dramatically.
If you’re interested in becoming a vendor, contact us early. We are accepting only one vendor per specific part or category. For additional information on Vendor or Sponsorship opportunities contact: Penny Osiecki at (702) 279-5332 or Eric Herrmann at (480) 575-7559.
About Cheyenne Crossing: Cheyenne Crossing has been a landmark in the Hills since 1878, when the Deadwood-Cheyenne Stagecoach stopped here on it’s regular route. Experience our friendly Black Hills hospitality and country home cooking, situated against beautiful Spearfish Canyon Creek.
LAW QUOTE OF THE DAY— Don’t get caught, but being a suspect is cool.—Robbin Scroggie, Criminal Attorney
Robbin is also a biker and owns a lot across the street from the Iron Horse Saloon on Laselle in Sturgis. He’s looking to sell the lot or lease it during the rally.
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WEST VIRGINIA’S MANDATORY HELMET LAW EFFORT– I have been working with my friend Celeste Podesta on West Virginia’s Mandatory Helmet Law.
She posted this on my Facebook page and I thought I would bring it to your attention.
I think Repealing the Mandatory Helmet Law and making it Freedom of Choice would Greatly Increase Motorcycle Tourism in West Virginia.
Attention Motorcyclists Call To Action West Virginia Helmet Law Bill
West Virginia Helmet Bill HB2135 has moved to the Senate SB173. The link below are the members of the Roads and Infrastructure Comittee. SB173 will be read for the 2nd time tommorrow, March 8, 2017 at 10am.
Tourism is being lobbyed. We need everyone to send a quick email message to the committee. WV residents, state how we travel to Ohio, Pennsylvania and other locales that are Freedom of Choice states to sp…end our money. Out of State, we need really need your input. We know many will not travel to WV or will bypass this beautiful state because of helmet restrictions.
This has moved quickly in the past couple of days and time is of essence. Let’s spend a few minutes to get this bill to the Senate floor for a vote. The link will take you to the committee members. We need your help and Thank You.
Jeff Stewart has been diligently working on helmet legislation for several years. He is instrumental in developing new relationships with our lawmakers, traveling to the Capitol and tirelessly pursued this bill for all motorcyclists. Also, working with Jeff are the West Virginia Southern Cruisers, Tom Wetzel and Concerned Bikers of West Virginia, Earl Nuzum. Kudo’s for all of your dedicated time and success.
A thumbs up to Senator Craig Blair and Senator Dave Sypolt have been supporters and sponsors of our helmet legislation in years past.
The link follows. http://www.legis.state.wv.us/committees/senate/SenateCommittee.cfm?Chart=tran
–from Rogue
KID ROCK SELLS BARBECUES– Just in time for BBQ season, Kid Rock announces
new “American Badass Grill”
Kid Rock’s “American Badass Grill”
Throughout his legendary music career, Kid Rock has never shied away from being the hard-working, in-your-face, embodiment of a true “American Badass.” Now, once again, he’s showing his true colors with the introduction of the “American Badass Grill,” a charcoal grill 100% Made in the USA.
The musician says he knows it’s not always easy to do, but it’s something he feels quite strongly about. “I’m not gonna lie. It is more expensive to make things in America. But it’s important to me. I love America, and I want to do all I can to create manufacturing jobs at home,” says Kid Rock.
BOOM!
The “American Badass Grill” is American quality, tough enough to last season after season, compact enough to take on the road, yet large enough to get the job done right. It’s the perfect grill for the back yard or the bed of your truck, wherever you want to grill with a little attitude.. The 200 square inches of grilling space can hold up to twelve burgers all at once – or three beer can chickens.
The American Badass Grill comes with a 30-day Money Back Guarantee, and will be available in retail locations at a later date. For now, customers can order the grill at www.AmericanBadassGrill.com.
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Idaho House Unanimously Approves Anti-Motorcycle Profiling Bill– Grassroots manpower is the most powerful tool in the motorcycle rights movement’s arsenal and motorcycle clubs are a critical component. This power was again demonstrated by the Idaho motorcycle club community and ABATE of Idaho beginning on February 21, 2017 when HO 123, a law prohibiting motorcycle profiling, passed out of the House Judiciary committee with a unanimous do-pass recommendation.
Manpower and The Public Hearing
Anderst said, “We definitely aren’t the caricature sensationalized on TV. Just like any large group, we are made up of individuals … tradesmen to attorneys, truckers to clergy – even a few legislators. What I can say is that the vast majority are hardworking, productive members of society who want to be left alone.”
The Motorcycle Profiling Project travelled from Washington State to offer their perspective based on the Washington law- RCW 43.101.419- that passed unanimously there in 2011. Maryland also passed the law without a no vote in 2016. 1
Although the Washington law hasn’t eliminated profiling incidents, it has reduced them noticeably. “There is no downside,” the MPP told the Idaho lawmakers. “HO 123 simply prohibits motorcycle profiling. … It has no fiscal impact. … It also reduces the state’s exposure to civil liability.” 2
Rep. tells bikers, “This is your house!”
Rep. Christy Perry, R-Nampa, told the big crowd of motorcycle enthusiasts as she moved to approve the bill, “You had us at hello…This is the people’s house, and you are welcome any time, as is anybody who wants to come in and address their government.”
There is every reason to expect that Idaho motorcycle clubs and ABATE members will again show up to the Capitol in huge numbers in support of HO 123 when it receives a public hearing in the Idaho Senate. The only question remaining is whether Idaho will be the third state behind Washington and Maryland to pass similar laws without a single no vote.
–from Rogue
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Bikernet Baggers
SCOTT JACOBS IN DAYTONA– As we prepare for Deadwood’s St. Patrick’s Day celebration next weekend, Scott and Traci fly to Florida for the 76th Annual Bike Week in Daytona Beach!
If you’re planning on attending Bike Week, be sure to see us at our booth located near the front door of Destination Daytona in Ormond Beach.
–Olivia
Our own Frankie Ball, of Agape Tattoo, is going to attend the Scott Jacobs’ Realism Art Seminar in Deadwood soon. We will bring you reports.–Bandit
Awesome clouds. What a wild planet. And the all the great shade from the “natural” lovelies. What a wild planet.
–Sam
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TSA Agents Authorized To Get Even More ‘Intimate’ With Your Body– There will be no steak dinner during this date.
The Transportation Security Administration’s blue-gloved gropers have been authorized to touch you in ways they haven’t yet — at least not on a regular basis.
A nationwide change in procedure now allows “more intimate contact than before,” according to a notification sent to TSA employees at the Denver International Airport. Local police were also [notified] in case any passengers report “abnormal” searches.
The TSA is doing away with the five kinds of pat-downs travelers are used to in exchange for just one — and apparently we’re not going to like it. But don’t worry, you will be paired with an agent of your gender so it won’t feel weird at all.
The change comes after 21 firearms, a loaded magazine, knives, and a live smoke grenade were all found in one day at security checkpoints across the country. It’s assured that this will only cause delays for those lucky enough to be selected for this intimate touch not everyone else.
–by Trey Sanchez
the Truth Revolt.org
–from Rogue
I have a plan for TSA workers, they can be trained to fix infrastructure issues or take training for landscaping. I say every onramp and off-ramp in the nation should be magnificent with trees and shrubs. Each TSA worker will be proud of his or her daily accomplishments making our country safe and beautiful. What the hell could be better? –Ming Ball
The new Nordschleife 1927 24-hour anniversary timepieces– The watches commemorating the 90th anniversary of the world’s most demanding racetrack
The legendary Nordschleife racetrack, German for ‘North Loop,’ opened for business on June 18, 1927 under the name “Mountain, Racing and Testing Track.” The new Nordschleife 1927 24-hour wristwatches now commemorate the 90th anniversary of what is still undisputed as the world’s most demanding racetrack.
These timepieces mesmerize not only with their classic design and high-quality construction made in Germany: contrary to conventional watches their dials show not just 12, but all 24 hours in the day. This makes them also the perfect companions for attending the 24-hour race at the Nürburgring.
The high-quality stainless-steel timepieces are available in two designs: The stainless steel Nordschleife 1927 SPEEDWHITE EDITION version has a white dial. The matt black Nordschleife 1927 SPEEDBLACK EDITION version comes with a black face and a date display.
Both watches have a case diameter of 43 millimeters (about 1.7 inches). A Swiss quartz movement keeps precise time.
The Nordschleife 1927 24-hour anniversary wristwatches are the perfect eyecatchers and their uncommon design offers plenty of conversation topics:
While the minute hand’s position is identical to that of a conventional watch, the hour hand points to an unexpected spot. The same position that would for example indicate 9 a.m. on a conventional watch signifies a time of precisely 6 p.m. on a Nordschleife 1927 24-hour anniversary watch.
The Nordschleife 1927 24-hour anniversary wristwatches are available exclusively online at www.nordschleife.us starting from 119 euros.
WOW— Incredible week. I’m working on the sculpture based around this 1916 Excelsior Auto Cycle. Interesting challenge.
We have a few bikes in the shop for work and repairs right now. Also, decided to chop the 1928 Shovel. What the hell will we call it? How about the 5-Ball Bobber? It’s going to be vintage and cool thanks to the Paughco team.
How’s this for the vintage custom of the week. I immediately sent a shot to Go at Brat Style. Look closely.
A brother just bought a Special Ops jacket from us. He needed it quick to get to Daytona Bike Week. He lives like an hour and a half away, so he jams up just for the parties he wants to hit. It arrived, just in time, yesterday.
Life is amazing and non-stop.
Ride free forever,
–Bandit
