Hey,
This is one of those days where I’m not sure which way to turn. I could build bikes and get my Mudflap girl purring. The Wire plus speedos landed, and fab Kevin helped me with a Mudflap girl shift linkage.
It’s sort of a tribute to a talented builder who is no longer in business. I couldn’t reach Justin at Two-Bit choppers, who made this Bikernet Air Cleaner for me several years ago. Since he was out of the running, I asked Fab Kevin if he could make me a Two-Bit Mudflap Girl shift linkage, and it arrived the other day.
Man, I’m close on this project. And if Frank, my son, would dig up a handful of parts we could be caught up with his bike. I feel like I’m running in a handful of directions today, but the vibe is upbeat. Let’s hit it:
LIFE LESSON FROM THE BIKERNET UNIVERSITY SOCIAL STUDIES CLASS–
A turkey was chatting with a bull.
‘I would love to be able to get to the top of that tree’ sighed the turkey, ‘but I haven’t got the energy.’
‘Well, why don’t you nibble on some of my droppings?’ replied the bull.
They’re packed with nutrients.?
The turkey pecked at a lump of dung, and found it actually gave him enough strength to reach the lowest branch of the tree…
The next day, after eating some more dung, he reached the second branch.
Finally after a fourth night, the turkey was proudly perched at the top of the tree.
He was promptly spotted by a farmer, who shot him out of the tree.
Moral of the story:
Bull Shit might get you to the top, but it won’t keep you there.
–Irving Marsh
THE STORY OF JASON’S NEW RIDE– “I bought a new bike!” beamed my friend as he stepped through the door. With his grin from ear to ear it would hard to mistake that he had anything but good news. Jason is your classical biker. Long hair and solo – breaking hearts everywhere he goes. He rebuilt his Ironhead Sportster with its rigid frame, coffin tank and girder front end in his living room. This wasn’t years ago like many of us, but last year. Jason is living the lifestyle and loving it. And who can blame him. Jason lives by that code that so many take for granted today. He still is the one broken down on the side of the road trying to breath spark into an old motor. He is the one by the bonfire kicking over a bike that most would dismiss as parts. He is one of the ones who gets it.
Jason flashed me a picture of his new machine on his phone. I expected an old Knuckle or Pan, something that someone had neglected for years in a barn somewhere waiting for the right guy to come along. I was surprised to see a black and white ’06 Softail Deluxe.
As I squinted at the picture I doubled checked to make sure he wasn’t pulling my leg. Sure enough, Jason has broken down and bought all the creature features. He is now spoiled with such things as electric start, suspension, speedometer, front brake, and hand clutch. As usual, for around here, Jason got his bike from Rick at Yorkton Harley-Davidson. Those familiar with Rick and his business know he goes out of his way for his customers and having been more than willing to help Jason with rebuilding the Ironhead, Rick was there again. He gave him a great price (several thousand cheaper than other dealerships) and financing. He also met him half way with the bike, bought Jason and his friend lunch and beers and made sure they were well care for.
So has Jason gone soft like some many of us have? No. I still saw him bobbing around on the Ironhead. He even mentioned about maybe putting some paint on the old girl this winter, and if I know Jason that means pushing the furniture out of the way, throwing some old Navajo blankets down and doing it in the living room.
-bad Uncle Monkey
WIRE PLUS INTRODUCES Power, Lighting Control Modules and Wiring Harnesses for Most Custom Production Bikes–Winfield, KS- Many custom production bikes that were being made in the 90’s –mid-2000’s are now experiencing electrical problems due to a variety of reasons. Bike owners can now go to a one-stop company for all of their electrical needs…Wire Plus. Over the last 16 years, Wire Plus has produced a wide variety of individual power and lighting modules and wiring harnesses at the builders and manufacturers requests. Finding electrical parts is no longer like “looking for a needle in a haystack” for these custom production bikes.
Their pre-assembled wiring harnesses are designed for bikes with and without stock or aftermarket ignitions, electric or kick start and can be used with or without turn signals and a variety of other options. These mid-frame harnesses are for completely rewiring any manufacturers bikes…including older Harleys
These replacement modules and wiring harnesses work on all of the following models…
American Iron Horse • American Performance Cycle/APC • Apollo Choppers
Big Bear Choppers • Big Dog • Brass Balls Choppers • CCI Kit Bikes • Confederate • Covington Cycle City • Create A Custom Cycle • Custom Works
DD Customs • Eagle • Echelon • Ecosse • Edmondson Custom Built
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For those interested in obtaining more information on Wire Plus, you can reach them at (620) 221-2417 or check them out online at www.wire-plus.com or email them at sales@wire-plus.com
NEW FROM THE BIKERNET CULINARY INSTITUTE–Three Reasons to Eat Bell Peppers. Available in appetizing colors including green, yellow, orange, red and black, bell peppers are a crunchy, refreshing way to add aesthetic appeal and nutrients to your meals. Bell peppers are:
* A low-calorie vegetable
* An excellent source of vitamins A and C
* A good source of dietary fiber, folic acid and vitamin B6
Plus, if you choose red bell peppers, you will be getting lycopene, an important carotenoid that may help protect against prostate and other cancers.
Adaptable plants that are part of the nightshade family, bell peppers are fairly hardy and can be grown in a variety of climates. Because of their geographic versatility, bell peppers are found in many types of traditional cuisine, from Mexican and European to Chinese and Creole dishes. Extraordinarily versatile, bell peppers can be eaten raw as crudités or in a salad; stuffed and baked; sautéed or stir-fried. Purchase bell peppers that are free of blemishes, and always seek out organically grown varieties.
NH RESIDENTS LAUNCH PETITION AGAINST LOUD MOTORCYCLES–
AP New Hampshire residents are petitioning in support of a law that sets standards for motorcycle noise levels. By Roni Reino, Foster’s Daily Democrat Posted Sept. 17, 2011, at 5:22 a.m. DOVER, N.H. — A group of Granite State citizens have initiated a petition in support of reducing motorcycle noise pollution around the state.
The new law, “An Act To Reduce Motorcycle And Noise Pollution,” NH RSA 266:59-a, introduced by Michele Peckham, R-North Hampton, would repeal the current law that allows a maximum of 106 decibels and replace it with the federal Environmental Protection Agency label law that allows a maximum of 80 dB. Maine passed a similar law last spring, using the EPA label as a standard for all motorcycles manufactured after 1982.
“Regular exposure to sound over 100 dB of more than one minute risks permanent hearing loss, according to the National Institute on Deafness of the National Institute of Health,” Mitchell said. “And may be implicated in heart disease and hypertension.”
The act would apply to motorcycles manufactured after January 2013. Enforcement and compliance would be accomplished through the required annual inspection rather than by expensive and time-consuming police checkpoints.
The online petition has so far received more than 120 signatures from both New Hampshire and out-of-state residents.
“As residents of New Hampshire, we are constantly subject to the excessive noise generated from motorcycles and vehicles which have been modified with exhaust systems purely for the purpose of making noise,” reads the petition. “They are a nuisance, a public disturbance and they detract from the overall quality of life in our state.”
Area residents also signed the petition, saying the noise levels are upsetting.
“As part owner of a property on Route 1A, I am disturbed by the constant noise of motorcycles outside my window, day and night, all summer long,” said North Hampton resident Charles Sullivan.
The petition, created by the New Hampshire Citizens Against Loud Motorcycles, can be found at www.ipetitions.com/petition/nhcalm
–from Rogue
Noise pollution, noise terrorism, bullshit. How about Noise protection from distracted drivers, or how about noise freedom. We need and want the noise. And a motorcycle passing anyone at 40 mph will only impact their space for a few seconds. Someone stop this world, I want to get off.–Bandit
ZIPPERS AND RED SHIFT CAMS–For over 3 decades, Red Shift Cams have been the choice of high performance engine builders.
Master engine developer and Red Shift camshaft designer Dick Hilferty has always been at the forefront in all forms of racing and performance applications. Today Dick’s designs are manufactured at Zipper’s with the most advanced engineering design processes built into every cam. Zipper’s has always believed that power gains should be achieved by improved dynamics and efficiency, not by compromising valve train component reliability. Let Red Shift create the power that you desire while protecting the investment that you have in your engine and valve train.
The stroked crankshaft in the 96″ engine changes the dynamic from ’06 and earlier model 88″ engines, making correct cam choice crucial to avoid engine damaging detonation with today’s fuel quality. All models require adjustable pushrods and are available in chain or gear drive. Spring work required unless otherwise noted as a bolt-in cam. We recommend new cam bearings and performance tappets with any cam change. These cams can also be used in 2006 FXD engines.
ThunderMax Cams by Red Shift for 07-Up TC
575-HS: Bolt-in cams for 96, 103 and 110 inch engines with stock, unmodified heads. Great bolt-in upgrade for stock 96 or 110″ engines; also works well in 96 to103″ conversions. Lowers engine temperatures, increases torque and horsepower across the board, with emphasis on torque. Made in U.S.A.
GEAR DRIVE – Red Shift 575-HS Cams for ’07-up TC Models 577-HS: The cam to use for 2007-up 103″and up conversion engines with flat-top pistons and stock or ported heads (bolt-in with stock conical springs). Provides smooth power without detonation. Broader timing for lower cranking compression and lower temperatures; great mid-range torque with strong top-end pull.
GEAR DRIVE – Red Shift 657-HS Cams for ’07-up TC Models 647-HS: 113″ and larger engines. Max power grind for ’07up larger displacement engines. Broader timing for higher compression applications. Great valve train dynamics for long life. Compliments high flow heads, intake and exhaust.
A NOTE FROM THE BIKERNET FAMILY COUNSELING CENTER– I’ve spoke to maybe six guys who are having trouble with their women, stuff that doesn’t make sense. After thoroughly investigating this issue, I have come to the hard insurmountable fact. The answer was right in front of us. The Meteor that has entered our galaxy has upset the female neutrons. The heavenly balance usually surrounding the softer set has teetered off its axis, but soon normality will once again find its rightful place in the heavens, and calm will once again be restored. If not, I’ll meet you in Mexico.
SADDLEMEN CRUIS’N DELUXE TOOL BAG– Leading edge style and construction matches a variety of motorcycles, from customs to performance cruisers. Rugged 3mm SaddleHyde material and cylindrical shape works great for holding tool rolls or just about any kind of cargo.
RIDIN’ VEGAS STYLE NEXT WEEK–Sept. 29th to October 2nd. PRE-REGISTRATION CLOSES THIS SUNDAY!
If you’ve been waiting for a better deal, or to get time off from your boss, don’t wait any longer. Advanced registration for the best rally in the West closes on Sunday – and then you are stuck paying more! Don’t delay! Call your friends! Go to www.LasVegasBikeFest.com and get in on the advanced prices now. You know you want to go, you know you have to be there, you know we’ve got great prices – just go for it!
And it’s still a good deal. Only $25 for a Party Pass and $50 for an Ultimate Pass, which includes everything Las Vegas BikeFest has to offer. Party Pass increases to $40 and Ultimate Pass increases to $65 if you wait until you get to Vegas! So Register now!
And there’s new stuff all the time! See below how your pass gets you into the Jager Power Hour on Friday night!
PARTY! PARTY! PARTY!
It’s a Party everywhere you look during Las Vegas BikeFest!
Wednesday night – Buffalo Bill’s at Primm is offering a special $59 rate, which includes a welcome party, hotel room, and drink specials. Join Victory Motorcycles and American Cycle Magazine as we welcome all Bikers to the Vegas Valley.
Thursday night – it’s the 11th annual Welcome Party at Vendor Village. Ultimate Van Halen Band will take the stage at 7:00pm and set the tone for a rockin’ party weekend. Remember, register for Las Vegas BikeFest and beers from Miller and snacks from Harley-Davidson Cafe are included with your registration package.
Friday night – Vendor Village starts a new tradition – the Jager Power Hour. From 6:00- 7:30pm with the bands rockin’ the Jager stage, there will be Jager specials, and $1 snacks to keep you rollin’. Plan to hang, dance and howl before you start the night in Vegas.
Saturday night – Vegas opens it’s doors to BikeFest. Fremont Street and a number of local hotels have great bands for all tastes. Check it out at our website, plan your night (or don’t plan and just go with the flow)!
Whatever you decide, Vegas has it all and Las Vegas BikeFest brings it to you. See you at the Vendor Village.
STILL NOT CONVINCED? HOW ‘BOUT OVER $15,000 IN PRIZE MONEY
You can’t win if you don’t sign up – and there’s tons to win during the Poker Runs, Custom Bike Show, World’s Strongest Biker, Miss Las Vegas BikeFest, Mr. Las Vegas BikeFest and Bikini Contest. Friday – Poker Run. The approximately 80 mile ride includes a fun stop at the Tropicana Hotel, Victory demo rides at Arlen Ness, scenic Lake Las Vegas and an opportunity to take a ride across the new Dam bridge! It all ends back at Vendor Village where the winning hand will get $1,000. And, everyone wins a beer! Friday – Bikini Contest. Check out the hot babes in bikinis. 1st place wins $500, 2nd place $300 and 3rd place takes home $200. Clean off those camera lenses and get ready for one hot show.
Saturday – Poker Run. The person with the best hand walks away with a check for $7,500! Who can beat that? With a total of $10,000 on the line, everyone better be in line! Ride up to the Mt. Charleston Resort and enjoy other stops along the way for an approximately 90 mile ride. Here’s a twist – need a little help with your hand? Buy a Mulligan for $5 at the Poker Run check-in and get an extra card at the end of the Poker Run to try to better your hand. All proceeds from Mulligan sales will go to the Nevada Childhood Cancer Foundation, so you get help and you help a child!
Saturday – Custom Bike Show. Got mad skills? Got the #1 Bike? Download the entry form for the Custom Bike Show now and send it in to ensure a spot to show and shine! The builder of the winning bike in the Radical Class will receive an automatic invitation to participate in the 2012 Artistry in Iron, Master Builders’ Championship along with a check for $2,000 and a one of a kind trophy. The winners of the Custom and Semi-Custom classes will take home $500 in cash along with a custom trophy. Trophies will also be given for Best Bagger, Best Metric, Best Sport Bike, Best Paint, and Best Bobber. And Bandit is one of the judges.
Saturday – Miss Las Vegas BikeFest. It’s all about eye candy. Hot gals modeling sexy biker wear and bedroom attire and all looking for the spotlight. And Bandit is the judge. Winner takes home $1,000; runner-up wins $500; and we have $250 for third place.
How do you sign up? Simple. Register right for the Ultimate Pass.
LIMPNICKIE LOT IS BRINGING THE BUS–The Limpnickie Lot crew is riding into town and bringing the party with them! Don’t miss pro skateboarders from Bacon Skateboards featuring Benji Galloway. PLUS Jeff King from Built to Shred TV. Other lot attractions will include builders Papa Clutch Customs, Chop Docs, Nash Motorcycles, LA Speed Shop, Primos Helmets, Mutton Chops, McGoo’s Motorsickles, and Anvil Customs.
•RevTech 97”/106” Big Bore Kits with KB Forged Pistons–
•There’s no replacement for displacement or value! These 4” big bore cylinders with forged coated KB pistons and Cometic gaskets increase the displacement of an 88” Twin Cam to 97” and raise a 96” Twin Cam to a whopping 106” with no case machining.
•Each kit includes:
•RevTech 4” Cylinders with machined fin edges in black wrinkle or natural finish
•KB forged pistons with anti-friction skirt coating
•Cometic multi-layer steel head gaskets
•For best performance results add cams and Carb/EFI upgrade
•For Twin Cam 96 from 07-11
•658652106” Kit natural finishMSRP: $664.99
•658653106” Kit black finishMSRP: $664.99
•For Twin Cam 88 from 99-06
•65865097” Kit natural finishMSRP: $664.99
•65865197” Kit black finishMSRP: $664.99
Watch for the tech install on Bikernet on a Twin Cam engine for Ray C. Wheeler, the Bikernet Performance Editor.–Wrench
MEANWHILE AT THE BIKERNET FAMILY COUNSELING CENTER–
A woman was sipping on a glass of wine while sitting on the patio w/her hubby. She says, “I love you so much! I don’t know how I could ever live without you.”
Her hubby asked, “Is that you or the wine talking?” She replied, “Oh, it’s me… talking to the wine.”
–from Paul Aiken
SAMSON INTRODUCES 4” x 32” Slash Cut Muffler with Removable Baffles for 1995-2012 Dressers and Road Kings– Brea, CA- Samson is the leading manufacturer of Harley mufflers offering a vast selection of styles that combine performance with looks. From straight-through wide open performance to mufflers that reduce DB levels without any loss in performance to meet any demand, Samson has something for everyone. Patented muffler design creates negative pressure that scavenges exhaust gases for increased horsepower, torque and fuel mileage. Awesome deep tone is pulled off by separating and controlling low-pressure power robbing atmospheric pressure.
Additional Features and Benefits
•Applications include ‘95-2012 Dressers & Road Kings
•Removable baffles
•Improves gas mileage
•Installer Friendly
•Available in luxurious chrome or “sinister” black ceramic (special request)
•Awesome Tone
•Over 575 different exhausts to choose from no matter what your riding situation
Check out Samson Exhaust’s entire ‘11 product line at www.samsonusa.com or contact them directly at (888) 572-6766 or email them at info@samsonusa.com.
THE WATCH COMPANY OF WATCH COMPANIES, MADE IN AMERICA–We are just winding up our travel season by coming to the following shows. We would love it if you would stop by our booth and say hello in any of the following cities. If you would like more information on any of the shows or would like to attend contact us at Info@montanawatch.com
* Richard Childress Congressional Sportsman Foundation Oct 12, 2011
* Art, Wine and Watches – Liberty Hotel, Boston – November 15th, 2011
* DSC Dallas – January 5th – 8th, 2012
* SCI Houston – January 13th – 15th, 2012
* SCI Las Vegas – February 1st – 4th, 2012
SONS OF ARMAGEDDON MC REBUILDING ATLANTA–This club is reaching out to the community to help rebuild the town after the terrible storms.
Find more at www.sonsofarmageddonmc.com
On Tue, Sep 20, 2011 at 3:34 PM, President BushFighter said, “We like help out those who can’t help themselves.”
http://www.youtube.com/user/PresidentSOAMC?feature=mhee#p/a/f/0/lfL6OwhgEuQ
— BushFighter
Sons of Armageddon MC
Nat’l President
SPITFIRE MOTORCYCLES “WIN THE RIPPER”– is coming to it’s conclusion on October 1st 2011 at Las Vegas Bike Fest • Sept. 28th to Oct. 2nd • Cashman Center 850 Las Vegas Blvd. North, Las Vegas, NV 89101.
THE RIPPER RAFFLE
In 2009, After 21 years of building motorcycles and V-Twin parts at American Made Manufacturing Paul Cavallo forged Spitfire Motorcycles in the smoldering ashes of a Hellbound economy. He built a motorcycle to inaugurate his new endeavor and began a raffle. He called the raffle “Win The Rippers bike” since his name on Chop Cult is “Ripper” and he had built the bike. The raffle took on it’s own life and eventually the bike became know as “The Ripper.” That was over a year ago.
The Ripper will be won on October 2nd 2011 after the announcing of the winner of the Artistry In Iron competition. Every man knows it’s a numbers game and the more tickets you purchase the better your odds. Raffle tickets will be sold in bulk at the show and are available currently on line.
$20.00 = Poster + 1 Raffle Ticket
$50.00 = Poster + 3 Raffle Tickets
$100.00 = Poster + 7 Raffle Tickets and a T-Shirt
Paul is also of the featured Artistry In Iron builders and will be presenting his entry, Rollin’ Bones at the show. There is some innovative construction on this build and you’ll definitely wanna get a peak as to why it’s called Rollin Bones.
www.spitfiremotorcycles.com
Donna Not Included.
Specs:
Engine: 80? H.D. Evo, Show polished
Carburetor: Mikuni 42mm
Exhaust: Joker Machine
Transmission: H.D. 5 speed
Primary drive: Roadmax 3? belt drive with Spitfire cover
Frame: Spitfire Evo Rigid 2? Strech 33 degree rake
Sheetmetal:
Tank: Indian Larry legacy
Fender: WCC
Oil tank: Spitfire
Front end: Spitfire 39mm trees with modified H.D. legs
Wheels, Tires, and Brakes:
Front: 21 x 2.15 chrome 60 spoke with Avon Speedmaster tire
Rear:18 x 5.5 chrome 60 spoke with Avon Venom Tire
Hand Controls: Spitfire
Forward Controls: Spitfire
Brakes front 2 piston rear Spitfire sprocket brake.
Custom paint by Headcase
Seat by Riff Raff Kustom leather
RevTech 97”/106” Big Bore Kits with KB Forged Pistons
Each kit includes:
RevTech 4” Cylinders with machined fin edges in black wrinkle or natural finish
KB forged pistons with anti-friction skirt coating
Cometic multi-layer steel head gaskets
For best performance results add cams and Carb/EFI upgrade
For Twin Cam 96 from 07-11
For Twin Cam 88 from 99-06
65865097” Kit natural finishMSRP: $664.99
THE AUSTRALIAN CONNECTION–This is a simple concept that I have been working on for most of my life. I am delighted to say that I believe I have refined it sufficiently to share it with a select band of friends that may appreciate its elegance and simplicity.
THE HARLEY-DAVIDSON CONNECTION– I was watching SOA last night, an ad for Harley-Davidson came up. the no cages one that is on the home page and then it said “SONS OF ANARCHY sponsored by HARLEY-DAVIDSON.”
I found that very ironic. H-D has always distanced itself from any form of a motorcycle club(1%) and now they are a sponsor for SOA, the only club they have ever sponsored is the HOG club, if you really can call that a club?
I guess nowadays it is all about the money and I guess old H-D has jumped on the SOA bandwagon. They won’t put an add on BIKERNET but we will sponsor SOA with all of its violence and law breaking activity. Don’t get me wrong I dig all of that stuff!
Later!
mike pullin
ACE CAFÉ TEAMS WITH SORRYMATE–Ace Cafe London has again teamed up with Sorrymate, specialising in accidents involving ‘SMIDSY’ – Sorry Mate I didn’t See You! & has a pair of tickets up for grabs to attend the BSB Round at Brands Hatch on Sunday 9th October by means of prize draw raffle (spend £5 or more over the counter) on the cafe’s next regular Streetfighter Night, Friday 7th October. The raffle will be drawn at 10pm.
CARB EMBRACES HOT ROD FREEDOMS– Hooray we won! We raised such hell they incorporated our bullet points in the new fact sheet for E rod motor certification!!!
Holy cow I am impressed!!! No more vague language! The CARB board did listen to us!! See these new FACT Sheet specifications:
1- they CLARIFIED the difference between a kit car and a hot rod
2-they clarified that the Certified Engine E rods will not be subject to current 500 SVC limits
3-the new E rods motors are subject to current DMV requirements like newly produced cars
4-they clarified Specially constructed vehicles do not include restorations of actual vintage vehicles, for example,
old vehicles rebuilt to their former specifications.
5-they clarified Specially constructed vehicles cannot be built for resale.
6-they clarified ARB’s proposal would not affect currently registered or future hot rods, since hot rods are typically
pre-1955 existing vehicles that were never subject to emission controls.
7- they finally included that DMV, CHP, and BAR all are included in the registering kit cars process
And yes Eddie B has a good point below and Dyno DOn was right, Silence is our enemy.
I feel empowered now! YAY! Hot Rodders rule when they stick together! Anna
To the Faithful
I received this the other day from the ARB and thought I would pass along;
http://www.arb.ca.gov/html/fact_sheets/spcn_vehicles/spcn_vehicles.pdf Certification for Engine Packages for use in Specially Constructed Vehicles (including Kit Cars) the Main ARB article
These are basically a recap of the Sacramento/El Monte Workshop meetings, with some interesting information thrown in. It’s well worth reading. I picked out the “Certification” click pages because I’m not sure what was really happening on this whole thing.
Keep the Faith & Spread the Word
REPORT FROM THE LAW OFFICES OF MICHAEL HUPY– Billy is a fire fighter from New York who lives on Staten Island. I met him through a mutual friend, Stormin’ Norman. Billy was immortalized when a picture of him and two other fire fighters was taken at Ground Zero as they raised a flag over the devastation of that day.
Attached is an interview with Billy 10 years after the events of 9-11. I’m proud to call him friend. A year after that tragic September, Mike Hupy met Billy at a party at my house during the Harley anniversary celebrations. Mike had paid for Billy’s travel expenses along with several other New York fire fighters who came to my party. In all, there were over 100 people in my back yard to honor these brave men.
A year after that, Mike once again invited Billy to Milwaukee to participate in the Harley-Davidson Black ‘n Blue Ball. Billy was introduced and acknowledge by the over 1,000 people in attendance and received a standing ovation that lasted well over one minute.
–Tony
AGENT ZEBRA SIGNS 1%er MOVIE DEAL–Years ago this bastard wrote a screenplay called 1%er, and just this week he signed a movie deal and drug the French producers to the Bikernet Headquarters for a meeting. The movie is scheduled to be directed by Olivier Dahan, Oscar winning director of La Vie En Rose.
We just recently discussed the term 1%er and how Motorbooks decided to switch the spelling because they follow the Chicago Style Manual, which basically is a guide, not a rule book. They changed any mention of 1%ers in my Terry the Tramp book to One-percenter. They destroyed the iconic brand to support an English text journal. Check it out, when the book hits the stands in a couple of weeks. You can pre-order on Amazon.
Meanwhile the true 1%er brand will live in the film written by James Houck (Agent Zebra), and filming will begin in the near future. Shit, Bandit may grab another cameo roll. You just never know. The bastard gets all the breaks.
–Renegade
HERE IS THE THURSDAY DEAL FROM THE BIKERNET CLASSIFIEDS!– A 1982 FXR SHOVELHEAD! Original header pipes with Cycle Shack slip on mufflers, Rebuilt tranny, New Brakes and brake lines, Avon Venom tires, fork brace. 20k on the clock for $5000! I had one of these, a GREAT BIKE! CHECK IT OUT AT THE BIKERNET CLASSIFIEDS, WHERE THE ADVENTURE IS JUST WAITING TO BEGIN!
–MIKE the STEALTH
http://bikernet.sprocketlist.com/FXE-Super-Glide/2319384/1982-FXR-Super-Glide-II.html
Motorcycle Insurance: Know Your Options.
Reading an insurance policy is no fun. This is why we love insurance around the Bikernet Insurance office headquarters, so that you don’t have to.
We come across too many new applications where motorcycle owners have been instructed by their insurance agents to simply add their bikes (via endorsement) to their Personal Auto Policy for “convenience” purposes. Not good for consumers we say. Not good at all. Why?
Adding your 2-3 wheel motorcycle to an insurance contract designed for 4 or more wheels makes no sense. Don’t do it! The typical automobile insurance policy is not designed with your motorcycle in mind. This approach can leave numerous gaps in coverage and have you holding the bag in the event of a claim that is not covered.
We specialize in providing true motorcycle insurance policies from companies that specialize in motorcycle insurance. No ramming bikes onto car policies around here. This ensures that you get the best coverage with the best value every time. Plus, we apply all the discounts we can to your specific motorcycle policy. In the end, you win with Bikernet Insurance.
Ride safe out there and remember, you are not just a policy number with us. We care about our customers.
The Crew at Bikernet Insurance
Toll Free: 888-467-8703
Fax: 858-693-8703
Email for fastest response: service@bikernet-insurance.com
Agents serving 20 states. States added as required to serve customers.
Resident State: CA Agency 0G67810. Principal Agent 0D71028
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BANDIT NOMINATED TO THE MOTORCYCLE RIDERS FOUNDATION BOARD--I am sitting in my board meeting. Should you choose to accept, you now have a position on the MRF board. Your title would be assistant to the board aftermarket liason.
Let the good times roll! Call me next week to discuss in depth.
–Jeff Hennie
The Motorcycle Riders Foundation (MRF), incorporated in 1987, is a membership-based national motorcyclists¹ rights organization headquartered in Washington, D.C. The MRF monitors and when necessary, sways federal legislation and regulatory action that pertains to street riders. The MRF concerns itself with what is going on in the arena of motorcycling safety education, training, licensing, and public awareness. The MRF provides members and state motorcyclists¹ rights organizations with direction and information to protect motorcyclists¹ rights and motorcycling. The MRF sponsors annual regional and national educational seminars for motorcyclists¹ rights activists and publishes a bi-monthly newsletter, The MRF Reports.
Not an MRF member yet? Join the Motorcycle Riders Foundation today!
EVERYONE IS INVITED–The MRF has created a home for the Aftermarket Industry to kick off a group to support motorcycling and work with the motorcycle rights community to keep our business and sport alive. Our first meeting will be held at the V-Twin Show in Cincinnati this February. More information to come.
ANOTHER BIKERNET GOVERNMENT INVESTIGATION–Livestock producers face ethanol makers over cost of corn WASHINGTON — The flooding and record heat that have combined to shrink this year’s corn crop are feeding new calls from livestock producers to weaken the government’s ethanol mandates.
Producers told the House Agriculture Committee on Wednesday that tightening grain supplies are driving up feed costs further and threatening to push many poultry farms and others out of business.
“We have serious, immediate concerns about the availability and cost of feed ingredients caused by the mandated use of corn-based ethanol,” said Ted Seger, president of Farbest Foods Inc., a turkey producer in Indiana.
More than 20 percent of the chicken industry, as measured by production, has been sold to foreign-owned companies because of bankruptcies in the U.S. industry over the last three years, he said.
The Agriculture Department this week estimated that farmers will harvest 12.5 billion bushels of corn this year, the third-largest crop on record, but that was 3 percent less than the USDA had forecast a month earlier.
With corn supplies tightening, the USDA also estimated usage for feed would be reduced. About 4.7 billion bushels of this year’s crop is expected to be used for livestock feed, down from 5 billion bushels for the 2010 harvest.
The price of corn is the major cost of raising livestock, and producers have been trimming herds and flocks as a result of price increases, boosting retail meat prices.
Steve Meyer, an Iowa economist who advises the livestock industry, warned that a bigger crunch could come if there is a widespread drought and crop failure. A 12-percent drop in corn production, roughly half as large as what happened during a drought in the 1980s, would cut the harvest under 12 billion bushels, said Meyer, who testified on behalf of the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association.
“We’re living on borrowed time from a sometimes-fickle Mother Nature,” he said.
He said Congress should provide for an automatic waiver of the annual ethanol mandates in case of a crop failure.
The ethanol industry argues that the mandates are needed to assure investors that there will be a market for the biofuel and that market speculation has a played a major role in driving up the price of corn.
–USA Today
The Bikernet Scientific team is working with Advanced Algae Australia on a system that may provide all the pure, 100 percent bio-fuels we need without corn, and ultimately fossil fuels may be a thing of the past. Is that good news or what?–Bandit
BIKERNET STAFFER GOES CAMEL SHOOTING–The guys were all at a camel shooting camp. No one wanted to room with Bruce, because he snored so badly. They decided it wasn’t fair to make one of them stay with him the whole time, so they voted to take turns.
Dave was the first guy who shared with Bruce and comes to breakfast the next morning with his hair a mess and his eyes all bloodshot.
They said, “Man, what happened to you? He said, “Bruce snored so loudly, I just sat up and watched him all night.”
The next night it was Greeny’s turn. In the morning, same thing, hair all standing up, eyes all bloodshot.
They said, “Man, what happened to you? You look awful!
He said, ‘Man, that Bruce shakes the roof with his snoring. I watched him all night.”
The third night was Glenn’s turn. Glenn was a tanned, older bloke, a man’s man. The next morning he came to breakfast bright-eyed and bushy-tailed.
“Good morning!” he said.
They couldn’t believe it. They said, “Man, what happened?”
He said, “Well, we got ready for bed. I went and tucked Bruce into bed, patted him on the butt, and kissed him good night. Bruce sat up and watched me all night.” With age comes wisdom.
–from Ray Russell
BIKERNET ENGLISH DEPARTMENT QUIRKY WORD OF THE DAY–
revenant REV-uh-nuhnt, noun:
One who returns after death (as a ghost) or after a long absence.
Lazarus, as a revenant, is often used by the religious romance-writers of the middle ages as a vehicle for their conceptions of the lower world.
— R. C. Trench, Notes on the Miracles of Our Lord
He pale, immobile like a revenant himself, looked sometimes out of the window, sometimes closed his eyes.
— D. H. Lawrence, Women in Love
The folklore of the Irish countryside too, with its hauntings, revenants and changelings… was an integral part of everyday awareness, even in the middle-class world of Yeats’s childhood.
— Terence Brown, The Life of W. B. Yeats
Revenant is from French revenir, “to return,” which is also the source of the word revenue, “that which returns from an investment.”
RM AUCTIONS ANNOUNCES A SIGNIFICANT COLLECTION OF MOTORCYCLES TO BE SOLD AT ITS FORTHCOMING LONDON SALE
LONDON (19 September, 2011) – RM Auctions is delighted to announce the consignment of a significant single-owner collection of 25 motorcycles for its upcoming London, England sale at Battersea Evolution on the 26th October, 2011.
With a reputation as the world’s most successful auction house specialising in the sale of investment-quality collector cars, RM is fast expanding its expertise into the collector motorcycle market. The consignment of the noted ‘La Collezione Due Ruote’ as a featured attraction at the company’s upcoming Battersea sale is a significant step in enhancing that reputation.
The 25 bikes that make up the collection span a wide variety of marques and eras, from the early days of motorcycling through to modern-era, high-performance machines.
“RM’s track-record in selling investment-grade automobiles is second to none, and it’s now really satisfying that owners of significant motorcycles are increasingly entrusting us to sell their machines at auction,” says Dylan Miles, motorcycle specialist with RM Europe. “This particular collection contains some fabulously rare and desirable bikes, and we anticipate very high levels of interest in the lots being offered.”
Of particular note is a 1973 MV Agusta 750S, resplendent in the traditional red, white and blue MV colours and regarded as one of the fastest and most expensive bikes of its period. Presented in restored condition with ASI Homologation number, this superb machine is estimated to fetch between £40,000 – £48,000. MV’s more recent history is represented by a 2004 MV Agusta F4 1000cc, the ultimate MV Agusta superbike and a modern classic. With only delivery mileage on the clock, it is offered in ‘as new’ condition (Estimate: £9,000 – £11,000).
Amongst the many rare and exotic bikes within the collection, another stand-out lot is the 1946 Stilma Prototype (pictured right), a completely original one-off example produced in Turin. Offered in its original paint and with only 515 kilometres covered, this amazing machine is estimated to achieve £40,000 – £50,000 when it crosses the auction podium.
No collection of bikes is complete without a Ducati, and the c.1975 Ducati 750SS Imola Race Replica is a stunning example. This recently constructed, faithful evocation of the iconic 750SS Imola Racer, offered with its correct fibreglass fairing and silver metal flake finish, represents superb value with an estimate of £20,000 – £26,000. Also expected to attract significant interest from enthusiasts is a rare and powerful 1925 Harley-Davidson 350cc OHV Peashooter, recently restored in the traditional Harley colour of olive green (Estimate: £20,000 – £26,000).
In its entirety, the collection boasts numerous rare machines, other well-known marques represented include Parilla, Harley-Davidson, Indian, Benelli, Honda, Laverda, Moto Guzzi, Zundapp, Fongri-NSU, Maserati, MM and Bimota.
Further information and a complete list of auction offerings are available online at www.rmauctions.com/london or by calling +44 20 7851 7070.
Event Details – RM London
Sale date: 26 October, 2011
Preview dates: 25 & 26 October, 2010
Location: Battersea Evolution
Chelsea Bridge Entrance, Battersea Park
London, United Kingdom, SW11 4NJ
Admission: Admission to this event requires the purchase of an official auction catalogue available for £50. The catalogue admits two and must be presented at the entrance to the sale to be granted entry.
(Photos courtesy RM Auctions)
BIKERNET UNION WORKER GOES TO VEGAS–A dedicated Teamsters union worker was attending a convention in Las Vegas and decided to check out the local brothels.
When he entered the first one, he asked the Madam, “Is this a union house?”
“No,'”she replied, “I’m sorry it isn’t.”
“Well, if I pay you $100, what cut do the girls receive?”
“The house takes $80 and the girls receive $20,” she answered.
Offended at such unfair dealings, the union man stomped off down the street in search of a more equitable, hopefully unionized shop. His search continued until finally he reached a brothel where the Madam responded, “Why yes sir, this is a union house. We observe all union rules.”
The man asked, “And, if I pay you $100, what cut do the girls receive?”
“The girls receive $80 and the house takes $20.”
“That’s more like it!” the union man said.
He handed the Madam $100, looked around the room, and pointed to a stunningly attractive green-eyed blonde . . . .
“I’d like her,” he said.
“I’m sure you would, sir,” said the Madam. Then she gestured to a 92-year old woman in the corner, “but Ethel here has 67 years seniority and according to union rules, she’s next.'”
Now you know what’s wrong with the AUTO INDUSTRY, EDUCATION AND GOV’T UNIONS and the seniority system in the House and Senate.
–Vern
FROM THE BIKERNET MEDICAL CENTER, DR. WEIL’S OFFICE–The Benefits of Magnets?
If you have recurring aches and pains and spend any time surfing the internet, you’ve probably heard about magnet therapy. Magnets have long been promoted as treatment for a wide variety of disorders. Proponents claim magnets can minimize pain, anxiety, cancer, heart disease, snoring, incontinence and just about everything else.
While most of these claims are unproven, and most magnets on the market are unlikely to do any good at all, several studies do suggest that magnets may have something to offer for pain relief:
* A 1997 study at Baylor College of Medicine in Houston showed that 76 percent of patients treated with magnets for severe joint and muscle pain due to post-polio syndrome reported less pain compared to only 19 percent of those who received placebos.
* University of Virginia researchers said participants reported clinically meaningful improvements when using magnet therapy to reduce the intensity of pain from fibromyalgia (researchers also cautioned the overall results of their study were inconclusive).
* A University of Tennessee study showed that 60 percent of women with pelvic pain reported improvements after three weeks of magnet therapy compared to 33 percent of those treated with placebos.
Taken as a whole, studies suggesting that magnets help with pain relief are outnumbered by those that find no benefit.
ACE CAFÉ PARTNERS WITH TRIUMPH MOTORCYCLES–Celebrating the 10th anniversary of having fully reopened, and influenced by a shared heritage and the links with the Ton Up Boys (and girls) and the Rockers, Ace Cafe London has teamed up with Triumph to produce a new range of official Triumph Ace Cafe gear.
The collection includes the Triumph Ace Cafe Jacket – classic black leather styling with modern riding technologies, and a bold black and white print to the inner, removable lining. Subtle outer branding includes a Ace Cafe/Triumph pin badge on the collar. Also available exclusively from Triumph are an Ace Cafe Triumph tee-shirt, mug, baseball cap and sew on fabric patch.
Check out the Triumph dealership near you or look on the website:
www.triumphmotorcycles.com
LATEST PROTOTYPE FROM U.S. CHOPPERS–
Just finished the SWRT prototype….
–Rick Krost
US Choppers
8941 Atlanta Ave #266
Huntington Beach, CA 92646
www.uschopper.com
CALL FOR NOMINATIONS TO STURGIS HALL OF FAME–September, 2011 – – The Sturgis Motorcycle Museum & Hall of Fame is accepting nominations for the 2012 Hall of Fame and the 2012 Freedom Fighters Hall of Fame. Individuals, organizations and businesses considered for induction into the Hall of Fame will have made a positive and significant impact on motorcycling. Individuals considered for the Freedom Fighters Hall of Fame will have made a significant impact through their work in grassroots rights efforts.
The Sturgis Motorcycle Hall of Fame honors the men and women who have dedicated much of their lives to improving, promoting and advancing our great sport and lifestyle. The Freedom Fighters Hall of Fame recognizes the sacrifices individuals across the nation, and world, have made to protect the rights of motorcyclists through their efforts in the political arena and in grass roots motorcyclists rights organizations. Anyone who knows of a deserving individual can help the museum recognize these exceptional and deserving people by sending in a nomination.
Nomination forms must be accompanied by credentials which explain why an individual should be considered for induction. Please keep in mind that while their achievements may be outstanding, not everyone knows it. A comprehensive overview of their accomplishments is necessary to make an informed and educated decision. Biographical info, newspaper articles, historical documents, etc. may be submitted. Credentials should be no longer than five pages long, including nomination form.
Anyone interested in submitting a nomination form can download the Hall of Fame Nomination form online at www.sturgismuseum.com/assets/file-manager/12-Nomination-Form.doc. The Freedom Fighters nomination form is available at www.sturgismuseum.com/assets/file-manager/FFHoF-Nomination-Form.doc or you can request a nomination form by phoning the Museum 605.347.2001 or emailing info@sturgismuseum.com.
Nominations must be received by the Museum no later than January 13, 2012. Individuals chosen for induction into the Sturgis Motorcycle Hall of Fame and the Freedom Fighters Hall of Fame will be honored at the annual induction breakfast ceremony on Wednesday, August 8, 2012.
BBQ AND BIKES IN SEASIDE HEIGHTS THIS WEEKEND —Upcoming Weekend Events Kick Off Fall Season, Support Charities
SEASIDE HEIGHTS, NJ…Two of Seaside Heights most popular events kick off the official start of the fall season this weekend, Thursday, September 22 through Sunday, September 25, and help benefit Toys for Tots and the Food Bank of Monmouth and Ocean Counties.
Starting the weekend is the Seaside Heights Bike Weekend and NJ State H.O.G Rally, held 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Thursday, Friday & Saturday and 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday.
Bike enthusiasts from around the region will meet in Seaside Heights for a host of motorcycle-related events, activities, entertainment, shopping and the chance to have their bikes featured in FASTLANEBIKER Magazine. (Full list of events below.)
Also this weekend is Seaside Heights 3rd Annual Que-by-the-Sea BBQ Festival and Competition, sanctioned by the Kansas City Barbeque Society (KCBS) and sponsored by
Coors Light, Yeungling, Barefoot Wines, TD Bank, Verizon Fios, David Lerner Associates, Power Windows and Kitchen Magic.
The event runs Friday, 5 p.m. to 10 p.m., Saturday 10 a.m. to 10 p.m., and Sunday 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
BBQ lovers will converge on Grant Avenue to enjoy open flame-cooked favorites from BBQ vendors (beer available with proper ID), retail vendors, and nonstop musical entertainment. (Full list of events below.)
On Sunday, competitors from all over the tri-state area will put their mastery of grilling techniques and methods to the test, vying for $13,000 in prizes and awards. BBQ aficionados will compete in four categories: chicken, pulled pork, brisket or ribs.
Admission to all events is free, but some events may require pre-registration. For more information, visit the Seaside Heights Business Improvement District website at www.Exit82.com .
Seaside Heights Bike Weekend and NJ State H.O.G Rally List of Events
•NJ State H.O.G Rally
•NJ Harley Dealers
•FASTLANEBIKER Welcome Party at Hemingways (Thursday)
•FASTLANEBIKER Four State Biker Build-off, Boardwalk Bike Show to benefit Toys for Tots
•Boardwalk Bike Show
•Cody Warner Hard Core Freestyle High-Flying Motocross Jump Team
•Krazy White Boys Stunt Riders
•Motorcycle Art Expo
•Classic Biker Movies on the Beach (nightly)
•Retail vendors
Third Annual Que-by-the-Sea BBQ Festival and Competition List of Events
•Kansas City Barbeque Society competition (Sunday)
•BBQ food vendors (Beer available with proper ID)
•Musical entertainment
•BBQ smoker raffle to benefit the Food Bank of Ocean and Monmouth Counties
•BBQ vendors/flea market
•Artists and crafters
About Seaside Heights Business Improvement District
The Seaside Heights Business Improvement District is a group of local entertainment and business professionals joined together to support and promote the community they love: Seaside Heights. Outrageously fun, diverse, and walkable, Seaside Heights is a family-friendly Jersey Shore community steeped in history. The nostalgic beachside resort offers a unique experience that features clean, beautiful beaches, oceanfront amusement parks, antique carousels, exciting events, and a variety of dining and evening entertainment centered on a mile-long Boardwalk.
–Suzan French
sfrench@msco.com
LIFESTYLE DEAL OF THE WEEK 2005 FIRE FIGHTER EDITION ROAD KING– ONLY 3,457 MILES!! ONLY $15,995.00!
Take a look at this awesome Fire Fighter Edition Road King. This bad boy has a low 3457 miles, and tons of upgrades! It features a blacked-out 88 cubic inch engine and transmission with custom HD derby and points cover, Samson exhaust system, 18″ blacked out ape hangers, blacked out front end and headlight, hardbags, two up seating, passenger pegs, floorboards, smoke taillight, and much, much more.
And if that weren’t enough, it also comes with a new windshield! At this price, this bike will not last long! Like all of LifeStyle Cycles pre-owned Harleys, this bike has been thoroughly tested and inspected by a LifeStyle Cycles technician after undergoing a rigorous 38-point motorcycle inspection.
SIX SPEED CONVERSION FROM RIVERA PRIMO, INC.–Six Speed Conversion Kit Bikernet.com calls it new “New Blood for Swingarm Shovels”. We call it amazing! This kit will transform your clunky, old, worn-out 4 speed swingarm Shovelhead into a sleek, wild, driving machine.
The kit replaces your taper shaft 4 speed with a brand new polished PowerDrive™ six speed close ratio splined shaft transmssion made specifically for a swingarm frame. And that is not all. With the kit you get a spankin’ new Primo® Brute IV Extreme™ 3″ polished Open Belt Drive System, a beautiful Monster Torque™ 1.4 kw chrome & polished gear reduction starter, transmission mounting plate and hardware. All this for under $3000 Bucks! This deal cannot be beat. Kit # 1071-0001 will get you into the race!
Check out the 1984 Low Rider that we converted into a six speed screamin’ machine.
KENTUCKY DRAG RACE INSTITUTES A NO COLORS POLICY–I have some bad news to report with regards to one of the major biker events here in the state of KY. The All Harley Drags at Beach Bend Park near Bowling Green has decided to institute a NO COLORS policy this year.
The park tried to do this last year and after some negotiations between the KMA, the KY COC, Beach Bend and others the issue was dropped. Just a couple days ago we had received word that this may be the case again and that the park was instituting a ban on club colors at its events.
Richard Houchens who has known the owner of the park for some time went to negotiate on behalf of the KMA/KBA. Even at his strongest urgings NOT to institute this discriminatory policy the park has insisted that it will. When asked if they would seek to enforce this against the Christian Clubs and primarily the CMA the owner said they were not welcome either. If you have a patch on your back of any kind they will refuse entry to the event.
Therefore due to the discriminatory nature of Beach Bend’s policy the KMA/KBA is requesting that ALL bikers spread the word to BOYCOTT BeachBend Park until this discriminatory policy is changed.
‘FELON’ A Painting by Eric & Ian Herrmann
A new Father and Son project!–
It all started with a cute portrait of my Doberman C4, done for my mother. Having been very pleased with the piece, my father and I decided to take it a step further. Why should our dog be painted as an innocent pup when he is much more than that? We had two giclees made (Prints on Canvas) and are now painting in the different personalities of our trouble making K9….
Ian Herrmann
‘Felon’
I started painting on my version of C4 at Sturgis this year. Over my many years at Sturgis I’ve noticed how aggressive the “Authorities” have gotten and decided to place my dog in those uncompromising situations. I made him a biker, of course.
Eric Herrmann
Woof,
–C4
The original ‘Felon’ painting is available for $6000.00 and measures 24” x 36”. Two different size Giclee’ prints on Canvas are also available from $850.00 to $2500.00.
Ian Herrmann, 22 year old son of Motorsport artist Eric Herrmann is currently working on his version of Secret Service C4. Ian’s artwork is as diverse as his father’s and is currently accepting animal portraits to support his art habit. His work can be found on Facebook at Ian Herrmann or he can be reached through www.EricHerrmannStudios.com
Look for the continuing series of C4 paintings arising from this father and son duel!
NEVER A DULL MOMENT–If you’re thinking about a tranny rebuild, make sure you check the JIMS reman system featured in a tech on the home page right now. I just barely survived the server crash in Columbus, and I’ve worked steady to midnight every night to catch up and return lost content. Whatta fuckin’ nightmare, but I’m close.
Then Erik pops over the other night to film us working on the Mudflap girl bikes for his proposed TV series. He interviewed my son in my office. His partner is the designer of Grip Ace products, and we will feature his Rivera Primo grips on Frank’s bike. It takes him like 17 minutes to wire these into the system. They are sharp and we’re going to learn about them, and so will you in a Bikernet Mudflap Girl build tech. Hang on for that.
Erik works in the movie industry and recently on Machine Gun Preacher. We get to feature the actual Machine Gun Preacher’s bike real soon. And in the next week we will shoot Troy Duffy’s new bike, soon to be unveiled in a Melrose art gallery, next to the tattoo parlor where my son works. Troy wrote and directed a new movie, Boondock Saints. Great name.
Okay, so I plan to bring you a feature on Jim Murillo’s lifestyle and his custom vintage Triumphs, and a Mudflap Girl update before we peel to Vegas for Bikefest. We will bring you reports from the town where mum’s the word.
Ride Forever,
–Bandit
