BIKERNET MEDICAL CENTER, DR. WEIL WING REPORT, 4 Ways to Boost Metabolism–As we age, our metabolisms slow down, which can lead to gaining extra, unwanted pounds. But small dietary adjustments can help minimize weight gain. Try these suggestions:
Eat small meals throughout the day. This encourages steady caloric burn and a consistent metabolism.
Choose healthy carbohydrates. Replace refined, high-glycemic-index carbs with unrefined, low-glycemic choices. The latter do not cause the spikes in blood glucose levels that encourage the storage of fat.
Use spices. Capsaicin (the compound that gives chili peppers their bite), black pepper and ginger all boost the generation of heat in the body, leading to more calories burned.
Drink green tea. The main antioxidant polyphenol in green tea, known as Epigallocatechin gallate or EGCG, stimulates the body to help burn calories. Dr. Weil recommends drinking a few cups of quality green tea every day.
THE BROTHERS LOST EDITORIAL FROM UNCLE MONKEY–We all bear the scars. Animal, Indian, Bubba, or perhaps Sweet Mary, the names of our brothers and sisters who have fallen on the road, fallen never to ride again. At the time we vow that we will always remember them, remember them with every ride, and remember them with every drink. We attach their Memory patches, pins, and crosses, the badges of our pain. Ways of remembering them, honouring their memory. We feel that the pain will always haunt us, always be part of our thoughts.
But time moves on. Time has a way of pushing our memories to the background, out of the here and now. They become a faded photograph on the mantle of our consciousness. We don?t do it with intent; we don?t do it out of disrespect. The hole in our soul that their passing had left has slowly been filled with friends who came forward to help us in our time of need. Eventually we grab our jackets and sling them on without thought, without notice of the words that were to remind.
As we ride down the road we race the wind. Pushing our machines, pushing ourselves. We get lost in the moment, lost in the time, lost in the here and now. It is then that we catch a glimmer, just beyond the edge of our eyes, in the swaying tall grass, in the echo of our pipes. We do remember. We remember their wicked smile; we remember their tall tales, and short tempers. We remember nights spinning wrenches, and knocking back cold beers. They are there once more, once more at our side, once more racing the wind, taking the long way around with us. They are there sharing the road, sharing the passing countryside. As the tears stream from behind our sunglasses we blame the wind, blame it for remembering.
–Wayne ?Uncle Monkey? Wuschke
Southern Independent Riders
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ANSON’S SPORTY PROJECT–A photo of the 2007 Sporty 883 as is:
Progressive Suspension 412 – 11″ rear shocks
Progressive drop-in fork springs 2″ under
Harley fork boots
Ness Big Sucker air breather – best air breather in the world!
Homemade air filter cover
Cycle Shack exhaust – ’06 without O2 sensor ports
TFI fuel management module – easy rider adjustment, non-computer map based
Le Pera Cobra seat – Christine Lepera is a sweetheart, very helpful!
Custom Chrome license plate mount
Harley Nostalgia grips
Modified kickstand – original 13″, shortened and bent to 8 1/2″
and that’s that.
Thinking about one of your small handlebar bedrolls for weekend trips
–Anson
Cybersecurity Bill Proposes Unprecedented Government Power Over the Internet–A cybersecurity bill introduced today in the Senate would give the federal government extraordinary power over private sector Internet services, applications and software. The Cybersecurity Act of 2009 would, for example, give the President unfettered power to shut down Internet traffic in emergencies or disconnect any critical infrastructure system or network on national security grounds.
The bill would grant the Commerce Department the ability to override all privacy laws to access any information about Internet usage in connection with a new role in tracking cybersecurity threats.
The bill, introduced by Sens. John Rockefeller and Olympia Snowe, would also give the government unprecedented control over computer software and Internet services, threatening innovation, freedom and privacy.
CDT President and CEO Leslie Harris said, “The cybersecurity threat is real, but such a drastic federal intervention in private communications technology and networks could harm both security and privacy.” April 01, 2009
Here’s the file, if youse want to read it.http://cdt.org/security/CYBERSEC4.pdf
–from Capn Bill
Jerry Covington’s Hot Rod BASSANI Pipe Launched–Bassani Xhaust has teamed up with nationally recognized Jerry Covington of Covington Customs to come up with a Hot Rod inspired Exhaust Pipe. This new pipe is available for Softails ’88 – ’09and comes in show qaulity chrome or black ceramic with Chrome shields.
The other Pipe we are offering is the Hot Rod Pipe True Dual Pipe for the Bagger years ’85 – ’09. Both systems are made from 16 gauge steel and sold with Bassani’s 1 year warranty. Put a little Hot Rod into your ride and get a set of the Bassanipipes today. Find a dealer near you, click here.
How Hot are Those Pipes, Really?
Bassani Sales Manager, Nick Trumbo, came up with the great idea of testing our pipes for temperature to address concerns with coil and spark plug wire temperatures using Bassani True Dual Head Pipes. The purpose of the video is to give you confidence to own the system without wondering how it will work on a ’09 Bagger. The temperature readings are the ?hottest? temps we read
STOCK SYSTEM – REAR CYLINDER
Temp at coil 113˚
Heat Shield 120˚
BASSANI TRUE DUAL – REAR CYLINDER
Temp at coil 122˚
Heat Shield 149˚
REAR CYLINDER SPARK PLUG BOOT
Both Systems 250˚
BLOW TORCH TEST
Base of plug wire boot 500˚+
TORIAN MARKET ADDS SHADES, GOGGLES & HEADGEAR– Torian Market has everything from googles to gloves and headgear to watches. Take a look at some of our latest finds.
Take a look at the latest products available today that keep you cool, comfortable and safe on the road. Log on to T
–Jeff Najar
BIKERNET ARTICLE ASSIGNMENT– Several years ago, you wrote a wonderful piece about my business partner Algie and our shop Killing Machine Choppers when we were located in Lake Elsinore.
I was wondering if you would be interested in doing a “human interest” type article about my husband David who is serving on his 6th tour in the middle east. He is working for the DOD and is building the American side of the base at Tarin Kowt, Afghanistan. Previously he was stationed in Iraq.
Currently I’ve taken his BigDog to USKustoms located in the San Francisco Bay Area– for some serious custom work and two dear friends Craig Morgan and Perry Mallot have flown over from Australia to do the paint work. Perry and Craig were voted and honored as the two greatest painters in the southern rim of the world.
I’ve included some of the work in progress pictures to share with you and see if you might be interested sharing the talents of each of these wonderfully gifted craftsman.
The theme of the bike is “Bat Outta Hell”…. as you can see in the pictures… the main piece of art is the Bat.. with it’s wings raised like a Phoenix rising out of the ashes into the light. If you look closely at it’s talons you can see he’s clutching a soul from Hell….
God Bless America!
–Sharki Post
Let it be written, let it be done. We will bring Bikernet readers the full story in the next couple of weeks.–Bandit
LIFESTYLE DEAL OF THE WEEK, 2006 Harley Davidson Street Glide– CHECK IT OUT! ONLY $17,995.00!
This 2006 Street Glide is ready to ride at a price that can’t be beat! Features a factory 88ci motor and 5-speed transmission, as well as Rinehart true dual exhaust, powder coated ape hanger bars, full stereo system and loads of chrome extras!
If that weren’t enough, this Street Glide also comes with a black powdercoated front end, and fat spoke wheels with chrome hubs! WAY too many extras and features to list, you really need to see this one in person! With only 10,064 miles, it’s near mint condition!
Like all of LifeStyle Cycles pre-owned Harleys, this bike has been inspected, tested and approved by a certified LifeStyle Cycles technician.
JAMES 4-SPEED OVERHAUL KIT– That 4-speed in need of a little, or lot, of refreshing? If so and you want to make sure thing?s seal up tight during reassembly then James Gaskets 4-Speed overhaul gasket kit is an absolute must. Manufactured for precision fit and leak free seal, the new kit includes all the gaskets and seals required to perform a complete overhaul on 4-speed transmissions from 1936-1986.
Suggested retail is just $32.37. You can order part number JGI-33031-70 direct from James Gaskets at 775-246-2220 or catch them on line at www.jamesgaskets.com
THE FOUR-FIVE?S BACK–Got an ole 45 that?s been used as a doorstop for that last few decades? Check out what you can do with the all-new line of 45 scooter components from Paughco.
Assembled by Master Builder, Dave Perewitz, this awesome ride just may be the coolest thing to hit the industry in years. Simple, fast and inexpensive to build, they make a great father and son, or daughter, project and are real eye catchers.
From the tapered leg springer to the all new chassis, wheels, seat, tanks, transmission plate, pipes brakes, etc., Paughco has you covered.
With that in mind make sure you ask the Jason about a complete roller. Besides the very cool chopper lines one of the most notable benefits of the new chassis is that it allows you to toss that dinosaur of a 3-speed and replace it with a 74 4-speed. When it comes to getting? the most Bang for Your Buck while building a seriously cool chopper, you?ve got to check this out.
For complete details call 775-246-5738 or catch the entire line of Paughco chopper and restoration products at www.paughco.com
First off, YOU HAVE THE GREATEST ONLINE MAGAZINE ON THE PLANET!!–I am wondering if you or any of your readers know where I could get an iPod driven sound system for my Harley FLHT Standard.
I am aware that you can purchase a radio system that you can play your iPod through, but I don?t want a radio, I just want to run my iPod through a system (possibly an after-market amp and speaker set-up) that uses the stock speaker location on my Harley Standard.
Any ideas would be greatly appreciated!
–CA$H
Mark Henninger
Distributor updates – Bringing V-Twin Zin closer to you–Great news for our wine lovers in Nevada, Florida and Arizona! Have a favorite hang-out, restaurant or retail store? Are you a wine shop or restaurant hosting a ‘Bike Night’ and want to serve V-Twin Zin? Give em’ a call and tell them where you’d like to see V-Twin Zin sold & served. We now have inventory on the ground and ready to ship to your favorite retail premise or restaurants in the following States:
Nevada Just in time for Laughlin River Run and Spring Street Vibrations. We’ve recently appointed Sierra Wines & Spirits as our official distributor for the State of Nevada. Their sales team covers both the Reno & Las Vegas markets.
Sierra Wines & Spirits
84 Coney Island Drive, Sparks, NV 89431
Phone: 775-355-0490 Fax: 775-355-0492
Website: http://www.sierrawine.net/
Florida
ER Imports,
1289 N. US 1, Ste 6, Ormond Beach, Fl 32174
Eric Ruiz, Cell (321) 695-6061
Phone: (386) 671-1310, Fax (386) 671-1311
Website: http://www.erimportsinc.com/
Arizona
Frank-Lin Beverage Group of Arizona,
2452 W Birchwood Ave # 110, Mesa, AZ 85202-1067
Phone: 480-967-7894, Fax: 480-967-0773
Website: http://www.frank-lin.com/aboutus.html
THE GOOD DR. WEIL RIDE MEDICATIONS–Looking for a cost-effective, natural treatment for a variety of outdoor-related ailments? Check out aloe (Aloe vera). The gel extracted from the inside of aloe leaves can be used topically for the treatment of sunburn, mosquito bites, and rashes from poisonous plants, as well as first and second degree burns, skin irritations or inflammation.
It?s a good idea to keep a potted aloe in your kitchen – just slice open a leaf and apply the gel to the affected area. You can also keep aloe lotion (look for those with a high percentage of aloe gel) or a gel product in your first aid kit.
Be aware that topical use can trigger rare allergic reactions and may delay surgical wound healing. Always contact trained medical personnel for burns with significant blistering.
–For more info check Dr.Weil.com or Kim Peterson the Aloe Doctor and editor of In The Wind Magazine.
SILVER CITY, NEW MEXICO WRITE BIKERNET–Bandit, I am the chair of a noise comm. in Silver City, NM and motorcycle exhaust are one of many sources of noise and discussion. I have explained to citizens, business owners, motorist and lovers of fireworks that we are not picking on anyone we are picking on everyone. The research has been exhaustive about the ill effects of noise, duration, db levels and location all effect the impacts of noise.
Our communities have become much noisier with technologies and affluence so there is now a general movement to quiet our communities, that means everything is up for discussion not just motorcycles. In regards to the safety of motorcyclist vs. exhaust db levels the emergency services people have a similar argument, louder sirens help notify motorist to their presence. The answer is not an ever increasing noise level for all motorist to know that other motorist, cyclist, pedestrians and motorcyclists are in the vicinity.
The problem is that it takes very little effort to acquire and maintain a drivers license, we have altered the way teenage drivers may acquire a license and who they may drive with in a vehicle but that has only postponed the almost inevitable accident from 16 years of age to approximately 18 years of age, but at least we have tried something to make it safer for motorist.
It is now time to try something again, more stringent testing with simulators or real world drivers test, knowledge, better vision testing and reaction timing. These kinds of testing will hopefully weed out those drivers that should not be driving or maybe provide a restricted license. Most all motor vehicle accidents are attributed to inattention, it should not matter what the distraction is the outcome is always the same, there should be stiff penalties for offending parties to let them understand that driving or riding is a great responsibility and should be taken as such.
I have many friends that are motorcyclist and most have been in some kind of accident, I hope that noise is not the answer to a safer riding experience.
–Joe Hutto Hey Joe, What you wrote was very well put, and I appreciate your consideration. I will forward this to a member of the MIC V-twin committee and to the president of the MRF (Motorcycle Riders Foundation), also. Let me try to put this into context briefly. A siren is used only in an emergency. When a motorcyclist needs his pipes to save his life, they shouldn?t be unduly muffled. I believe loud pipes save lives, but they don?t need to be loud all the time. So how do you deal with this issue? I lean toward education over more costly legislation, testing, and restrictions. Work with your local motorcycle rights group, shops, dealerships and spread the word?Don?t abuse your motorcycle noise. If you must, pass Daytona?s anti-revving law, which allows an officer to ticket anyone who abuses his ability to make noise. That?s simple, effective and affords a balanced approach without noise testing equipment, certified exhaust systems, etc. Here?s a link to our Bikernet Noise Study. http://www.bikernet.com/news/PageViewer.asp?PageID=902. Thanks much for taking the time to reach out to us. AVON TYRE ISLE OF MAN NEWS–March contest features a chance to win an Avon Isle of Man Jacket. Go to www.avonmoto.com –Sukoshi Fahey (Ms.)
Avon Tyres Customer Service
c/o Hoppe & Associates, Inc.
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1-800-624-7470
Ph 425-771-2115 Fax 425-771-4246
BLACK BIKE 200 Rear H-D WHEELS–Black Bike, the leader in custom wire spoke wheels for over a decade, now offers the widest possible wheel for the new 200 rear tire Harley Davidson. The wheel itself is a whopping 7 inches wide, and mated to the 200 tire, creates the look of a super fat custom ride.
The wheel assembly is a direct bolt on with all stock hardware, including brakes, pulleys and spacers! In about a half an hour, your bike will be transformed into a super custom wide drive bike without frame or swing arm modifications!
There?s nothing like it on the market today! For more information and pricing contact Black Bike at (818) 341-2550
1 MILLION MILES ON A 1991 FXRT HARLEY-DAVIDSON–
Zien’s odometer hit one million miles as he rode into Hal’s Harley-Davidson in New Berlin, Wis. at noon on April 4, 2009. Zien was joined by John “Rogue” Herlihy, a Sturgis Freedom Fighter Hall of Fame member, Bruce Arnold, an Iron Butt Bun Burner 4500 Trifecta title holder, and Tony Sanfelipo, Sturgis Freedom Fighter Hall of Fame member, founder of ABATE of Wisconsin and 16-year employee of Hupy & Abraham, S.C., as he traveled the more than 1,400 miles from Melbourne, Fla. to Milwaukee, Wis.
WIN FREE SHIT ON BIKERNET– We have a Scorpion jacket and helmet, the helmet was featured in today?s news, that we?re going to be giving away. Tell us why you need a jacket or a helmet.
This week, MIKE KELLY from DELTONA, FLORIDA gets a Bikernet t-shirt and bandana combo. We?ll throw in a few more goodies.
It doesn?t cost a thing to enter, just do it! Click the banner above and you can possibly be our next winner.
Sin
HEADWINDS BRIGHT & TIGHT!–Headwinds, the leader in custom headlights, introduces their new billet aluminum Spotlight Bracket Kit with Mariah spotlights and turn signals for your Bagger. This tight little setup allows you to tuck small 2?, 35W spotlights under your Road Glide fairing or any FLT. The 1-3/8? halogen or L.E.D. turn signals are cleanly mounted to the spotlights for a staggered, flowing look giving the bike motion while it?s standing still.
Traditional rounded ?Mariah? visors are cut into the housing. Installation is easy! They are available in polished aluminum, chrome plated, black anodized or as machined (ready to paint).
Made in the USA by Headwinds. Contact Headwinds at 626-359-8044 or email at headwinds@headwinds.com. See their website at www.headwinds.com.
WHISKEY TIME– It’s time to pull away from the desk and start to play in the shop, work on another tech, ride into town for a burrito and a margarita, hell I don’t know.
Next week we’ll bring you performance techs, maybe a feature on a tight performance Tom Foster chop, and I need to work with our young logo artist George Fleming on a 5-Ball racing license plate design and turn it over to Chopper Dave for aluminum casting. I also need to find Chris Kallas and get to work on the art for my next book cover.
We’re also working with JIMS machine on a clutch tool feature, an alternator rotor tool tech and a feature on their new hot rod 131-inch twin cam with Harley-Davidson. We’ll fill you in on how it works. Whatta monster. We are also about to deliver on more 125-inch RevTech engine info. Check the tech on the home page now. Plus Jon Towle is about to wrap up another road test. We found him a room in Laughlin and a bike to road test across the desert. We just gotta find Jon.
Have a helluva Holiday weekend.
–Bandit
