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Updates from the happenings at Smokeout 15 and BornFree 6.   With the Big Bosses all away working and playing at Smoke Out, Born Free, and J&P Cycles Open House and all the media cover on Facebook and Blogs from these events the emphasis is very much on the fun they are having. CLICK to read….

Hey, I am having a blast at Born Free. First time ever for me and this event is completely off the hook. The average age is around 30 and the energy is terrific. Good vibes all around, good people (younger and thinner) but mostly a subculture that has delved into the true roots of American motorcycling. Drop your preconceived ideas you may have about today’s young riders and come to resource your passion at this show. There’s one day left!  

Well, not exactly live, cuz their f@$k all reception for us mobile and wifi fiends. So here’s  a spoiler, live from some breakfast joint before we head out to opening day of the show. Enjoy these shots taken last night on setup day.

  Dottie Mattern takes delivery of her 1936 Indian Scout for the 2014 Motorcycle Cannonball Competition. By Jungle Eddy and The News From the Antique Motorcycle Foundation.  Lakeland, Fl., June 20, 2014 – Dottie Mattern, one of only four female contestants in the 2014 Motorcycle Cannonball, has taken delivery of her 1936 Indian Scout, the motorcycle on which she will contest the grueling 17-day, 4150-mile competition scheduled to begin later this year.  CLICK to read….  

  A good old fashioned, down to earth, fun time! By Rogue  We had an opportunity to stop at the Big Mountain Run event in Parsons West Virginia as part of the Iron and Ash Ride for Veterans and really enjoyed ourselves. I was able to see a lot of friends and the others with me met new friends. The time we spent there was good for us and helped us unwind from the hectic pace we had been running. CLICK here to read….    

  Dothan proved that 2 weeks and great minds working together can make a difference.  Dothan Alabama, a little town I had never heard of until Rogue said we should stop over on our way to Florida. What started as a pit stop turned into, “We want to help.” Which then turned into, “We need 2 days.” I could never have imagined what they had in store for us. Berry asked, “Do you know what June 6th is?” I said, “Yes ‘D Day’.” Thus started my interaction with them over 2 WEEKS, yes just 2 weeks working with Berry Wardlaw, Bob Mann and the many folks in the background. Clearly never challenge a southern gentleman! CLICK here to read….  

  Born Free, Smoke Out 15, or JP Cycle Open House pick your poison because we have the updates. By Krash Kranzler . What the hell, I woke up this morning with reality kicking me in the teeth. All over the country people are firing up their bikes and heading to events spread out from coast to coast. The West Coast contingent are all riding the canyon up to Born Free, The Mid West crew are all rolling in to the J&P Cycle Open House, And of course we have the rest of them dragging Bandit away from every bar and redhead between Long Beach and the Smoke Out. So what does that mean for me? Well not a hell of a lot as Bandit was kind enough to chain my ass to the desk so that I can keep all the readers up to date on the happening’s of the weekend.   Let’s Hit the News before I chew thru these chains and raid the liquor cabinet hidden around here somewhere.  CLICK here to read…

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   A sexy, exciting-looking motorcycle that is still clearly and unmistakably a Harley-Davidson.   A 2014 U.S. Project LiveWire Experience tour – kicking off this month with a journey along Route 66 – will see the initiative visit more than 30 Authorised Harley-Davidson Dealerships. In 2015, the Project LiveWire Experience will continue in the U.S. and expand into other regions. The company says that “Blending Harley-Davidson’s styling pedigree with the latest technology, the exciting new motorcycle will offer a dynamic riding experience with instantaneous acceleration and an unmistakable new sound”. “The sound is a distinct part of the thrill,” according to chief marketing officer Richer. “Think fighter jet on an aircraft carrier. Project LiveWire’s unique sound was designed to differentiate it from internal combustion and other electric motorcycles on the market.” CLICK to read…    

It’s Riding season, folks! Don’t ride without proper gear and get ready to experience weather. Be prepared with J&P Cycles gear specials this week.Thanks for supporting those who support Bikernet. Advertisement