Merry Merry,
What a wild couple of days. I nailed the Peanut Tank lamp bases. Jim Murillo is bringing the tanks, to be welded on the exhaust pipes, then he?s going to paint them. I got a exhaust pipe jones and built two towel railings with used Samson mufflers.
That wasn?t enough. The Steel Dreams TV folks are coming over on Wednesday and I decided to clean up the battery connections on the ?48 Pan and fix the Carb. One of the Mikunis has a stuck float bowl. I flushed it twice, no luck. Didn?t have time to tear the carb apart. I?ll run it and hope for the best.
Let?s hit the news, then the girls are throwing a Birthday Party for the Evil Blonde. They?re on a balloon run right now. Let?s get with it the program:
In the 60’s, people took acid to make the world weird. Now the world is weird and people take Prozac to make it normal.
–from Jim Murillo
Panheads are my favorite, and I believe we received these shots from Bob T. Just goes to show that Panheads had the ultimate class. I?m thinking that they are the best bikes H-D made. We hope to bring you the story behind these shots of Kenny jumping the Pan, in the near future.
–Bandit
The Center for Disease Control has issued a warning about a new virulent strain of Sexually Transmitted Disease. This disease is contracted through dangerous and high risk behavior. The disease is called Gonorrhea Lectim (pronounced “gonna re-elect him”). Many victims contracted it in 2004, after having been screwed for the past 4 years, in spite of having taken measures to protect themselves from this especially troublesome problem.
Symptoms of Gonorrhea Lectim may include, but are not limited to:
Anti-social personality disorder traits;
Delusions of grandeur with a distinct messianic flavor; chronic mangling of the English language;
Extreme cognitive dissonance;
Inability to incorporate new information; (xenophobia) inability to accept responsibility for actions;
Exceptional cowardice masked by acts of misplaced bravado;
Uncontrolled facial smirking; ignorance of geography and history;
Tendencies toward creating evangelical theocracies:
Strong propensity for categorical, all-or-nothing behavior.
The disease is sweeping Washington, DC. Naturalists and epidemiologists are amazed and baffled that this malignant disease originated only a few years ago from a bush in Texas.
–from Rogue
Motorcycle Hall Of Fame Member 2005
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We like to support new shops and efforts in the industry that we believe are stand-up operations. O School is new to Vegas. Check them out and let us know how they treat their customers. We covered their bobber line on the home page.
WASHINGTON – In a stinging defeat for President Bush, Senate Democrats blocked passage Friday of a new Patriot Act to combat terrorism at home, depicting the measure as a threat to the constitutional liberties of innocent Americans.
Republicans spurned calls for a short-term measure to prevent the year-end expiration of law enforcement powers first enacted in the anxious days after Sept. 11, 2001. “The president will not sign such an extension,” said Senate Majority Leader Bill Frist, R-Tenn., and lawmakers on each side of the issue blamed the other for congressional gridlock on the issue.
The Senate voted 52-47 to advance a House-passed bill to a final vote, eight short of the 60 needed to overcome the filibuster backed by nearly all Senate Democrats and a handful of the 55 Republicans.
In a statement, Bush said terrorists “want to attack America again and kill the innocent and inflict even greater damage” than four years ago. “Congress has a responsibility not to take away this vital tool that law enforcement and intelligence have used.”
Congressional officials pointed to a provision in the existing law that said even if it expired, law enforcement agencies could continue to wield Patriot Act powers in existing investigations of all known groups such as al-Qaida, Hamas, Hezbollah, Islamic Jihad and the Zarqawi group in Iraq.
Much of the controversy involved powers granted to law enforcement agencies to gain access to a wealth of personal data, including library and medical records, in secret, as part of investigations into suspected terrorist activity.
The bill also includes a four-year extension of the government’s ability to conduct roving wiretaps ? which may involve multiple phones ? and continues the authority to wiretap “lone wolf” terrorists who may operate on their own, without control from a foreign agent or power.
On a separate issue, the House called for the Bush administration to give Congress details of secret detention facilities overseas. The vote was 228-187.
Myron Larrabee (left), the owner to the Billet Bar in Scottsdale, Arizona has expanded his bar. Chuck Zito is working on a movie effort and hangs out at Myron?s bar. Watch for them to be working together in the near future. This couple of old outlaw bikers would make a great team.
As 2005 comes to a close, tradition, as always, comes to mind. The holidays are a time to wish friends and family a peaceful and prosperous New Year, and so on.
For my family, and a tradition that I picked up from my mother and father, the ritual of giving gifts to friends and business associates was a profound memory. My father would always make the rounds, visiting the people important in his life, including those he worked with throughout the year: dropping off aromatic holiday greens or a bottle of holiday cheer. The result was seeing his friends smile, and I enjoyed accompanying him on these trips. It was like being Santa?s helper.
I?ve made an effort to keep up with this tradition as much as I could throughout the year, if only sometimes in the guise of a card or a warm greeting.
As this holiday season approached, I gave a lot of thought to what the season really means and with all the worldly knowledge I have amassed in my long life, I have finally figured it out that it really is about giving back. To me, the value lies in touching someone less fortunate; someone who could benefit from the smiles and the love long after the greens have withered and turned brown or the bottle of cheer was emptied.
With this in mind, I have decided to take the money that is usually delegated for Christmas gifts, wreathes and cards and send it to Mikel Moreno, with my heartfelt love and prayers.
Mikel?s family ? and many of you know Cindy, Julio and his Grandfather Cotton Rosser ? have also been my family for over four decades.
Mikel was diagnosed with leukemia in May of 2003 at the age of 15. A football star and the only son of a many-time National Finals Team Roper, we all asked, ?How could this happen??
I suppose the Lord thought the Morenos were a tough bunch. Well, they are, and Mikel is double-tough.
After almost three years and hundreds of trips to doctors, hospitals ? including dozens of treks to Seattle for treatments ? tons of chemo, a bone marrow transplant in June of 2004, the latest news comes that he is in need of a mini transplant.
All that I can hope is that my little holiday donation can bring a smile to this deserving family, somehow helping Mikel?s constant pain-filled struggle.
There is a story on my website (www.horsepowerpromotions.com) about the truck that we built for him for his 16th birthday, at our show in Santa Maria. Check it out.
If you would like to send Mikel a card, he would surely appreciate it; he loves getting mail. And as you place your stamp on the envelope, you can picture the smile you will bring to his face.
Mikel Moreno
2586 Rosser Road
Marysville, CA 95901
Happy Holidays,
–Seth
Horse Power Promotions
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This bobber project is powered by Briggs 18 hp, twin and pumps 30 lbs torque, same as H-D 45 flathead. The frame is aftermarket, modified to 58-in. wheelbase, 25 degree rake, 3-in. trail, 25-in seat height. It rolls with 18-in. wheels, Honda 350 hubs, with double pull on front homemade fork, with leaf springs on adjustable trunion rods to preload suspension. Bike weighs 300 lbs, runs in 60s should run in 70 mph, might be exhaust tuning or restriction. I?ll will fix it.
–Bob decker
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Calvin (fuzz), here from TNT cycles. Thanks for the response man! We are a small shop in pa.that build is a 360 single right side drive tnt swingarm a 145 s&s 190 hp bad ass machine1 drop seat soft tail also made by us.6in hi tech belt drive. rear wheel made by us because when we started this bike no one made a wheel yet so we cut up 2 lexus car wheels and a predator bike wheel and made a 18” by 14.5” spinner wheelfor the rear damn near every thing was made in house bar
Ideas and visions
Wrenches, muscle and blood
Metal to chrome
Paint and polish
Elements of art and life.
Ride Hard,
Whiplash Biker Photog
Hey Bandit Santa is alive and living on the South Coast of England. Here is a pic from last weeks mAG Toy Run
Ferryman
www.the-ferryman.com
The preacher’s 5 year-old daughter noticed that her father always paused and bowed his head, for a moment, before starting his sermon.
One day, she asked him why.
“Well, Honey,” he began, proud that his daughter was so observant of his messages, “I’m asking the Lord to help me preach a good sermon.”
“How come He doesn’t do it?” she asked.
–from Mike Kieber
10. You’ve got red and green bags under your eyes
9. You’re serving reindeer pot pie
8. When you hear, “Sleigh bells ring, are you listenin’?,” you scream, “No! I’m not listening!”
7. You climb on your roof and start shooting carolers in the ass with your BB gun
6. You think you hear your Christmas tree taunting you.
5. Instead of spending time with family, you’re watching some guy make photo copies
4. You’re busted for running through town wearing nothing but mistletoe.
3. You’ve got eggnog coming out of your ears
2. Your standard response, “And happy holidays to you too, you bastard”
1. Two words: tinsel rash
–from Skooter
Toronto, ON December 16, 2005 — Coolhandz USA Productions of Toronto, Canada, is pleased to announce the publication of its first comic book, featuring The Hardballers. This forty-page book will be printed in full color and was conceived and written by Craig Knight, the founding editor in chief of men’s lifestyle publication, Razor.
The comic follows the adventures of four leather-clad women who thunder across the southern United States on a hurricane of chrome and steel. No one is innocent in this modern day, gritty tale of violence and desperation.
Rising from the ashes of the bombed out Hardballer Motorcycle Clubhouse, DAKOTA dons the patch of her fallen lover and joined by JAG, GABRIELLE and SIENNA and armed with pump shotguns, pistols, machine guns and choppers, set out on a rampage of vengeance in this ultra-violent action thriller. Simply, bad men, bad cops and ?bad? bikes make for GREAT action!
The publication date for the first issue of The Hardballers is set for May 1, 2006. The cover price will be $5.99 and the special signed? edition will be available through our website at
For more information please write
Coolhandz USA Productions at:
Traveling this holiday? You should definitely review the new TSA baggage inspection procedure shown on the link below. Better safe than sorry…
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Chris Hartmann, winter riding in Florida. Thirty year teamster and USMC vet, traveling the backroads of Florida with his wife Susan. True ‘Old School’.
Hartmann and Doze, crossing the bridge into beer land.
— Doze
It?s called the The Bikers Inner Circle and stars Bikernet?s correspondent, Rogue, Berry Wardlaw of Accurate Engineering and Charlie Brechtel, the music man.
Coming soon on the internet.
–Rogue
Spyke?s Acculight Ignition System (AIS) is the only ignition on the market that uses optical sensors for extreme spark stability and produces up to three sparks per compression stroke that are precisely and individually timed.
With the capability to produce three sparks per compression stroke, the AIS Ignition can better control emissions and increase horsepower. All these improved features come with the ease of bolt-on installation.
It is available in the familiar single- or dual-fire modes, and works great with Spyke 3 ohm, 80,000 Volt coils. Contact Spyke, Inc. at 562-869-9333 or at www.SpykeInc.com Spyke, Inc. You’ll notice this logo on Bikernet in the future. Steeds was bought out by Patriot. Patriot owns the Television series Steel Dreams and the company is growing. We’ll meet with Mark Green next week and discuss the future of Patriot/Steeds and Bikernet’s involvement. Watch for reports. Tampa Tribune, FL ? TAMPA, An FBI SWAT team early Tuesday converged on a Tampa house occupied by members of the Outlaws Motorcycle Club. Carol Michalik, an FBI spokeswoman, said the agents enforced a sealed federal search warrant. No arrests were made. The house is at Hillsborough and Rome avenues. Doug Brewer, a club member, watched the search from next to his pickup, bearing an “I love my country, but I fear my government” bumper sticker. “We don’t have any criminal activity here whatsoever,” he said. “We’re out here having fun. We ride our motorcycles. It’s a brotherhood thing … like any other fraternal organization.” Brewer said a “nice couple” living in the house were evacuated when agents entered. “They said they had a warrant, but they didn’t show ’em the warrant,” Brewer said. About a dozen plainclothes agents carried cardboard boxes into the house and filled them with evidence bags. Michalik said she could not say what the agents sought. It’s an ongoing investigation,” she said. From 2001 through 2003, Tampa FBI agents arrested at least three leaders of the Outlaws, including Harry “Taco” Bowman, who was convicted of racketeering and other charges. –from Rogue Motorcycle Hall Of Fame Member 2005 One winter morning Norman and his wife were listening to the radio while eating breakfast. They heard the announcer say, “We are going to have 8 to 10 inches of snow today. You must park your car on the even-numbered side of the street, so the snowplows can get through.” Norman’s wife went out and moved her car. A week later while they were again eating breakfast, the radio announcer said, “We are expecting 10 to 12 inches of snow today. You must park your car on the odd-numbered side of the street, so the snowplows can get through.” The next week they were again having breakfast, when the radio announcer said, “We are expecting 12 to 14 inches of snow today. You must park… ” Then the electric power went off. Norman’s wife was very upset, and with a worried look on her face she said, “Honey, I don’t know what to do. Which side of the street do I need to park on so the snowplows can get through?” With the love and understanding in his voice that all men who are married to blondes exhibit, Norman said .. “Why don’t you just leave it in the garage this time dear. For centuries, Hindu women have worn a spot on their foreheads. We have always naively thought that it had something to do with their religion. The true story has recently been revealed by the Indian Embassy in Washington, D.C. When one of these women gets married, she brings with her, a dowry. On her wedding night, the husband scratches off the spot to see if he has won either a convenience store, a gas station, a donut shop or a motel in the United States. Just thought you would like to know. He wants to trade a late-model cherry dresser. ? I want a decent Pan,? Skoot told me, ?no worn-out hulk needin? rebuilt. My flt is perfect and runs like a clock.? –Skoot WESTLAKE VILLAGE, CA—December 15, 2005?-American Motorcycle Specialties, USA (www.amspecialtiesusa.com) announces its innovative new line of Comfort Max? Gel Pads designed to offer today?s riders unparalleled comfort on any bike, or any style of riding has added genuine Australian sheepskin as its newest cover option. The sheepskin cover provides increased comfort and allows air to circulate, virtually eliminating perspiration. The comprehensive gel pad line features four different sizes designed to fit any motorcycle seating configuration. At the core of the Comfort Max? Gel Pad is an advanced Viscoelastic molded gel used in medical and sports applications. Its unique properties include the elimination of pressure points or ?Hot Spots? which can cause rider discomfort. In addition to absorbing vibration, small bumps and road irregularities, it can be preheated or cooled to add comfort in adverse weather. Comfort Max? Gel Pads feature a unique, maximum grip bottom. This rubberized surface prevents the pad from sliding off the seat and does not require the use of permanent straps. You just put the pad on the seat and ride away. When you make a stop, just take the pad with you or toss it in your saddlebag. Available in four sizes to fit any seating application: Comfort Max? Gel carries a Lifetime Guarantee against freezing, drying, cracking or melting. For complete details and all available options call (800) 710-7237, go to the online secure shopping site at www.amspecialtiesusa.com Products are shipped the same day as ordered. See magazine reviews of the Comfort Max Gel Pads at: BANANAS?But the post is a wrap. I?ve got to get the story behind these antique shots. Glenn Priddle just called from Australia. ?When?s the damn Post going to be finished,? he jabbered? Fuck, I thought. If the phone would quit ringing I could launch this sucker. The party?s starting. I need to get back to work on the Panhead. I?m not sure if the battery will hold. It?s been almost dry for six months. I had some battery acid around here, but that?s scary shit. I should shit-can the cell and get a new one from Larry Settle’s shop. While talking to Glenn I took a look at my list of post-able articles. There?s ten hovering around Bikernet waiting for permission to land. I?m working on a KISS theme feature, parts for Todd?s Cycle, A Tank tech from Scott Long and Darin Morris, new Legislative news from Bill Bish, Charles Young Ride Report, EPA reports from Chris Maida (American Iron editor), a massive fiction tale, articles from Paul Garson on Greene County Cycles and Axiom our new sponsors, and Katmandu?s report on the Seminole Hard Rock Road House tour finale. Next week will be active as hell. I know the countdown to Christmas is breathing down our necks, but take a break. Have a Jack on the rocks and relax. Somebody just gave us another year to rock-out in. I can?t wait. Ride Forever, –Bandit
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