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VINTAGE-STYLE CLOTH PLUG WIRE SETS AVAILABLE– Lowbrow Customs is now offering vintage-style braided cotton spark plug wire sets. These plug wires are cotton-braided and lacquered, but have a modern stranded copper conductor with pvc insulation for top performance. Five different color combinations are currently available, the perfect finishing touch for your chopper or bobber.
Each order consists of a full 48″ of 7mm plug wire with the rajah clips for your spark plugs installed, a pair of rubber boots and a pair of high tension terminals for the ends of the wires. Simply clip the wire to the needed length, put the boots and terminals on the end and install on your coil or magneto!
Also available is 16 gauge cloth covered wire, sold by the foot or in 25?, 50? and 100? rolls.
Cloth plug wire sets are $25 and are available at www.lowbrowcustoms.com .
Chicagoland’s All New City Limits Harley-Davidson– The Dealership that’s Always Worth the Ride!
Open 7-Days a Week!Monday-Friday: 9am-8pm, Saturday: 9am-6am: Sunday: 10am – 5pm
With Quick Stop Service (Service While You Wait)Always Available On Saturdays And Available On Sundays From March through October
Riding Season Kick-Off Bash and SALE!Saturday, April 25th 9am-6pmWe may be small in size, but we’re big in heart!
So, stimulate this! None of us may be getting a government bailout, but that will never stop us from loving, living, & riding our Harley-Davidson motorcycles!
We’ve got a lot of stimulus items that are sure to stimulate you! We are a dealer with a heart and have made it easy and affordable to get what you need and love! So, come on out and take advantage of great deals, huge mark-downs, and awesome sales from your “small dealer with a big heart” where you’ll always get the best deal!
You already know we can throw a good party so don’t miss this SALE and OPEN HOUSE!Live music by Windy City Rev Ups! Bring your friends and Rock On with all of us!Free Food and BeveragesTons of sales in Parts & Accessories, Clothing, Riding Gear, Gifts & CollectiblesSave 20% Off almost everything in the store…plus more on lots of other great items!Great Deals on 2009 Harleys!
Vendors on site…including Patch Sewing, Pin Striping, The Palatine HOG Chapter & More!
LAT V-TWIN OILS OFFER STREET BIKES RACE ENGINE PERFORMANCE AND RELIABLIITY– LAT V-Twin Racing oils have been making big news on the racing circuit with riders like Buell mounted Mike Berry and even Team Mopar realizing the benefits of these unique lubricants. Fortunately for all of us they provide the same exceptional benefits for street and touring riders as well.
No matter if you?re running hard on the street, smokin? the 1/4 or packing cross country, today?s American V-Twin motorcycle engines require lubrication capable of addressing excessive load operating temperatures and high performance stress like never before. Formulated by LAT?s own in house development team, not just someone else?s product repackaged, LAT is blended specifically to meet and exceed these unique requirements, LAT High Performance Full Synthetic Motorcycle oil provides superior levels of wear protection, high stability and exceptional resistance to thermal breakdown.
Consisting of group IV and V base oils treated with LAT extreme pressure additive, LFR, the new lubricant provides superior sustained high RPM protection, high flash point and extreme wear protection for maximum horsepower and torque. Additionally during independent tests LAT was shown to provide significant increases in horsepower and torque while reducing running temperatures.
For complete details call 88-lat-oils visit the LAT web site at www.latracingoils.com
BIKER LOWDOWN RADIO SHOW UPCOMING SHOW LIST FOR APRIL– BIKER LOWDOWN RADIO SHOW :What are you looking forward to this Riding Season?
With the warm Weather just about here, I am wondering what are some of the things everyone out there is looking forward to going to and doing this riding Season!!! I know just getting out there on the open road and Riding is Number 1 on every ones list but what are some of the places you are looking forward to going to? Maybe that small Bar some where you only go to when on the Bike! Or some Mountain top view! We here at the Biker Lowdown want to know about it!!! If you would like to call in on this show send me and email with your number so I can keep an eye out for it send emails to AmericanBikerX@yahoo.com.
Call-in Number: (347) 237-4874
BIKERLOWDOWN.COM
WHEELS THROUGH TIME Special Opening: May 14, 2009Open: 10:00a.m.-10:00p.m.–For the past several weeks, we’ve been working on a host of special events at the museum for this upcoming season. Things have progressing nicely with several already scheduled and many more currently in the works. Here at the museum, we’ve been keeping our thousands of friends and visitors in mind, and have been making strides to provide several opportunities for each and every one of them to visit the museum this year.
The first of these events — The SmokeOut Long Road Stop at Wheels Through Time, will be held on Thursday, May 14, 2009. We invite everyone to attend, and whether you’re a long time museum supporter, an avid rider or would like to visit American two-wheeled history at its finest for the first time, this is the day to come. Here’s why.
For ten years now, The Horse: Backstreet Choppers, one of the most popular publications in the motorcycle industry, has been holding one of the fastest growing motorcycle events in the country — the Smoke Out Rally sponsored in part by Bikernet.com. Dedicated to those with the craving for home-built choppers, bobbers, and other creative customs, the Smoke Out Rally brings together a truly unique scene of custom-builders and fans alike to share and compare the latest surrounding the custom bike scene. Each year, the Smoke Out has grown in size, expanding from a small “bike-builders show” into a nationally renowned event.
Here is our show for you closer to the Inland Empire!–Come see the show and have a great time with us on May 3rd-2009!…and no The Back Door is NOT a gay bar!!!!!!
GREG?S CUSTOM CYCLES Deepsickness Headlight–Clearwater, FL ? January 2009 ? Greg?s Custom Cycles adds the new Deepsickness Headlight to their parts lineup. Light your way with this radical look, it?s spiked housing maintains the Deepsickness motorcycle line with aggressive styling and shape.
Featuring a chrome bezel surrounding the glass lens and a deep, spiked bucket that?s available in black powder coated matte, gloss, or matching H-D wrinkle finish. It uses a H4 bulb and has a standard single bolt mount with the bulb & mounting hardware included.
The Deepsickness Headlight measures 4.5? in diameter and 7? deep from glass to tip. Retail price $245. Made in the USA.
For more information, call Greg?s Custom Cycles at (727) 461-4840 or visit www.gregscycles.com
The Bulldog Bash turns up the volume–2009?s 23rd annual Bulldog Bash offers music lovers the best in live entertainment ? old and new ? at Shakespeare County Raceway, Nr Stratford-upon-Avon, Warwickshire from the 6th to the 9th of August
Visitors to Europe?s largest and loudest biker party, the annual Bulldog Bash, have a fantastic line-up of live music to look forward too; Thursday features a host of the best tribute performances, including Stingchronicity (The Police Tribute) and Hells Bells (AC/DC Tribute ? back by popular demand). Friday?s line up features rock legends UFO and Oliver/Dawson SAXON, Hammerlock, The Culprit, and rising talent Le Chat Noir. Saturday nights entertainment includes; Never the Bride, Tyla and the Dogs ‘d’ Amour, Adam Bomb and the fantastic sound of Louis Barabbas and the Black Velvet band.
Also on Saturday, The Bulldog will be showcasing unsigned band The Quails, who are tipped to be ?the next big thing?. Commenting on their first major festival appearance Max Armstrong, The Quails’ guitarist, said “Finally our hard work and perseverance is paying off, we’re looking forward to tearing it up on the big stage. We all know the music industry is a cesspit run by rip-off merchants, full of talentless ego-maniacs and fuelled by money-minded-machine-men, so it’s great to see the fine people at the Bulldog Bash giving real talent a chance to rise above the mediocrity surrounding them!”
Petrol-heads planning to compete in the Bulldog?s famous ?run-what-you-brung? sessions will be pleased to hear that the event now features a full dyno rig, for top speed runs and dyno BHP readouts, complete with servicing and workshop facilities, provided by Hogfather of Southport. If burn-outs on the dragstrip leave your tyres a little worse for wear; Micheldever tyres will be on site all weekend, fitting fresh rubber for show goers.
Alongside the dragstrip there will be a huge retail village of stalls selling all kinds of biking and alternative lifestyle kit. Ken Fox will be performing with his world famous ?Wall of Death? show all weekend. Other attractions include Europe?s finest indoor custom show, jet cars and rocket bikes, which will be hurtling down the drag strip all weekend, Starboyz stunt bike performances, live wrestling bouts and a fairground full of white knuckle rides,
Tickets are available from The Bulldog Bash, PO Box 5026, East Reading, RG6 1QZ ? Please send a cheque or postal order for ?50 per person, plus a first class postage paid SEA, to arrive no later than 30th of June. After this date the gate price of ?55 applies.
Keep an eye on the Bulldog Bash website and forum at www.bulldogbash.com
For information and to apply for press visitor pre-registration contact:Steve Cain on 0117 955 8197 or steve@cainabelconsultancy.com/press@bulldogbash.com
Polaris Grants $46,500 to ATV Organizations–Polaris Industries has granted $46,500 to five local, state and national organizations in five states to help preserve trail access and promote safe and responsible riding.
The grants are a part of Polaris? T.R.A.I.L.S. program, which in three years has granted $746,557 to 83 organizations in 42 states across the U.S.
T.R.A.I.L.S. stands for Trail Development, Responsible Riding, Access, Initiatives, Lobbying, and Safety. Funds can be used by organizations for trail development and maintenance projects, safety and education initiatives, lobbying and other projects to increase and maintain land access.
The recent group of grants ranged from $7,000 to the maximum $10,000 and will be applied toward trail development, improvements, expansion, education and the construction of an ATV safety course.
Recipients included the Long Island Recreational Trails Conservatory (New York), Balsam Trail Blazers ATV Club (Minnesota), Birdseye Mountain ATV Club (Vermont), Colorado Off-Highway Vehicle Association, and USDA Forest Service- Ironton Ranger District (Ohio).
?Polaris continues to see increasing interest in our grants program,? says Matt Homan, vice president and general manager of the Off-Road Division at Polaris. ?We continue to be committed to the organizations who work diligently to ensure the future of our sport.?
Grant applications are reviewed two times per year ? in March and September, with corresponding submission deadlines of March 1 and September 1. Organizations must have 501c3, 501c7 or non-profit organization status. Project funding, or matching funding, from other sources is an important criteria to be considered for a T.R.A.I.L.S. grant.
ROLLING THUNDER XXII COMING– Would like to post information relating to Rolling Thunder XXII, Washington, DC, May 24, 2009 (Memorial Day Weekend).
All money raised is used on the POW-MIA issue and to help veterans in need.
National Headquarters:
Rolling Thunder Inc.
PO Box 216
Neshanic Station, NJ 08853
908-369-5439
Gary Scheffmeyer, National President
Ami James Jewelry Company Launches New Web Site–Miami Beach, Florida?April 01, 2009?Ami James Jewelry Company today announced the launch of its new Web site, which will make the company?s signature ?Love Hate Choppers? jewelry collection available to the public.
A tattoo artist by trade, James? tattoo art and creative designs exploded to life as he expanded his medium from skin and canvas to precious metals for Ami James Jewelry Company. James teamed up with Larry ?Benj? Weymouth, a Boston-based jeweler who has been making custom jewelry for 25 years, to produce the company?s first designs ? the ?Love Hate Choppers? collection.
The collection includes leather belts, hand-finished pewter belt buckles, high-polished or brushed-antique solid silver rings and pendants with diamond insets, and sterling silver fluted or frosted necklaces and bracelets. Each piece of jewelry features details taken from James? Miami shop logo. Limited edition necklaces, bracelets and belt buckles, as well as several ?Rock the Ink? pieces are also available on the site.
In addition to serving as the inspiration for the ?Love Hate Choppers? jewelry collection, James? logo design details have also been incorporated into accent parts on another one of his business ventures ? the new “Love-Hate Choppers” production bikes built by the unsurpassed talents of Sucker Punch Sally?s. The production bikes made their debut during Daytona Bike Week and are available for purchase through Sucker Punch Sally?s.
All pieces available from Ami James Jewelry Company can be purchased via the new Web site. To make a purchase, or for more information, product details and pricing, please visit www.amijamesjewelry.com or call the customer service number at (603) 898-0013.
RIDLEY FUN FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY– If you’re in the market for something fun and affordable- we’ve got exactly what you’re looking for. The new line of Ridley Vintage Motorbikes are flying off retailers floors as the interest in these light weight, fun to ride motorbikes explodes! Owners are finding the motorbikes a great toy around the lake, their neighborhoods, and even the city setting.
What’s great about these machines is their dual power possibility. You can motor during the long haul, turn the motor off and pedal like a bicycle in the tight areas where motoring isn’t possible or allowed. Getting to the city square using the motor and changing to pedal power is environmentally friendly and also offers a great opportunity for exercise. All while looking incredibly cool on the finest motorized bicycle on the planet!
WARNING : As ridiculously cool as the Ridley Vintage Motorbike is not everyone can afford one of these high quality motorbikes. It is ok to look, drool, and be envious of someone who owns one. If you are one of these people- ask Santa for one this Christmas.
The hit new product from Ridley Motorcycle known as the Vintage Motorbike is now available at retailers around the country and even in a few back alley shops internationally.
The newest model, the Boardwalk has the look and feel of the timeless beach cruiser with a springer front end and custom two tone metallic green and white pearl paint. This is one of the most comfortable riding motorbikes in the Ridley line. Ridley offers two engine options; the Model 49 (70cc- 2 stroke) or the Model 48 (48cc- 2 stroke). Powered by either pedal or motor, the motorbike is 100% efficient when in pedal mode and gets over 120 miles per gallon when you engage the motor.
You can pick one of these awesome Boardwalk motorbikes up for around $2,699 which is cheap at twice the price considering the support and quality of these motorbikes.
www.RidleyMotorbikes.com
(405) 525-5400
Sucker Punch Sally’s Welcomes Artist Sara Ray as theNewest Member of the SPS Crew–Scottsdale, Ariz–April 16, 2009–Sucker Punch Sally’s today announced that artist Sara Ray is now a permanent member of the SPS crew. Ray has relocated to Arizona, where she will serve as Sucker Punch Sally’s in house artist.
Despite the sluggish economy, Sucker Punch Sally’s continues to expand and has hired Ray to help with the artistic direction of the company’s product lines. Ray teamed up with Sucker Punch Sally’s in 2008 to produce ten limited edition customs bikes, all featuring original designs hand-painted by Ray. In her new role, Ray will assist with apparel design, motorcycle paint schemes, custom paint jobs and will provide general design help.
“It was one of those situations where you meet someone and instantly you are on the same page. Her talents translate perfectly to what we do and she has been like family since day one. We finally overwhelmed her with so much work that it just made sense for her to come to Arizona full time.” Said Christian Clayton, Owner of Sucker Punch Sally’s.
Ray specializes in hot rods, pin ups, rockabilly posters, nose art and World War II scenes – subject matter that complements SPS’s signature old-school style. Her portfolio contains the traditional oil on canvas, but her most recent artistic ventures have included hand-painted Fender guitars, custom motorcycles and airplanes. In her spare time, Ray wrenches on her own hot rods and travels to air, military and art museums.
“Moving to Arizona became necessary as my involvement with the Sucker Punch Sally’s team has grown into more than just painting bikes. They’ve given me the opportunity to create a visual entity of the company with absolute free reign and total conviction in my ideas and abilities. Getting to work within a group of people who back and encourage your Hot Rod addiction 110 percent and where free time is spent doing the same things you do for work is an outstanding situation to say the least. I’m exited to bring my cards to the SPS table and already creating a massive portfolio of art and ideas that are going to showcase very soon.” Said Sara Ray.
Visit Sucker Punch Sally’s on the Web at www.suckerpunchsallys.com or call them at (480)778-9500. For dealer inquiries contact Alex McClelland alex@suckerpunchsallys.com
–Ken Conte
WHAT?S FREE FROM BIKERNET?– We have this FREE contest where all you do is enter and I?m suppose to pick one winner a week. I?m a bad girl. I mean well but weeks, months go by and it?s not until Bandit is screaming and prizes are piling up that I do my job. So, last week I picked someone but it had been so long, we thought it was only fair to pick a few more winners out of that batch of submission.
Mostly we give away little things like t-shirts, hats, books.
Now for the other winners?
Michael Nitzschke from Pekin, IL
Suggestion: Your site is super, but you already know that, I hope. Keep us informed, up to date on all of the different states, on political issues, helmets and so on. We all do lots of riding here in the Midwest and it seems the states are all having issues right now.
Wanted: I would love to have that 40th anniversary poster from Bassani with your Salt Shaker on it.
You got it Michael.
Mike Kelly from Deltona, Fl.
Suggestion: Keep up the great job that you all ar doing! Drink more Whiskey, go for a ride!
Wanted:A new Bikernet shirt as mine are approaching shop rag status.
A Bikernet t-shirt or two it is.
Billy Azlin from Atoka, TN.
Suggestion: Continue keeping up with the current events that are coming at us faster than a husband with a gun!
Wanted: Those new bandanas look kinda kool and I really need a set of cam chains and tensioners and bearings.
Hey Billy, you get bandanas?
Just click on the banner above and enter away!
Layla
THE END–Not exactly. It’s actually the beginning of another wild weekend. Let me give you a quick rundown on coming content: I’m working on a Softail bike feature from Ryan Reed. You’re going to love his almost stock Softail mods, very clean, traditional looking bikes. We are working on several techs including an electrical testing tech from Bikers Choice. We all need this one. We are also working with Bikers Choice and JIMS on a seal-removing tech for engines and transmissions. Plus we’ll bring you all the clutch tools from JIMS with the help of Bennett’s Performance.
Hang on for a complete description of JIMS new 131-inch Twin Cam monster motor. You can purchase it from your local dealer. I’m going to wrap up another 5-Ball Factory Racer update, including a Chica rear fender build and a tech on installing a 5-1 Baker shifting drums for Jockey shift models. Also from Baker we have another Baker Touring under-transmission oil bag installation, for cooling, larger oil capacity and handling enhancement. That tech is brought to you by Doc, from Heavy Duty Magazine in Australia.
What else do we have? I need to finish up the RevTech engine review with more info on their new 125-inch Evo engine, assembled in America. Oh, and Rogue sent in a new Terry Components tech for EFI Twin Cams, the new Terminal Velocity. Hang on.
Plus the desert, river run to Laughlin is next weekend. I’ve got my week cut-out for me, so let’s ride.
Ride Forever,
–Bandit
