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It’s Sunday, the weather’s warmer and I fired up and rode the Salt Shaker for the first time since Bonneville. It’s still light and fast thanks to Berry Wardlaw of Accurate Engineering. Now the lift is free to begin work on the Assalt Weapan, or a FXR project we have in the wings. I have a ’98 Dyna and we may have the engine rebuilt by H-Ds re-man or the mad Dewey Jelen lost in the New Mexico desert.
Let’s get to the news. It’s a harried day and I wish I could tell you some of the shit, but generally it’s all good. I’m storing up a couple of stories that will blow your mind. Let’s hit the news:
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BIKERNET BANK ROBBER FIRED– A thief burst into the bank one day wearing a ski mask and carrying a gun. Aiming his gun at the guard, the thief yelled, “FREEZE, MOTHER-STICKERS, THIS IS A F—- UP!” For a moment, everyone was silent. Then the snickers started. The guard completely lost it and doubled over laughing. It probably saved his life, because he’d been about to draw his gun. He couldn’t have drawn and fired before the thief got him. The thief ran away and is still at large. In memory of the event, the bank later put a plaque on the wall engraved “Freeze, mother-stickers, this is a f—- up!
–from Rogue
MONTANA HELMET BILL TABLED– Had a great hearing on the Helmet bill in House Judiciary yesterday. A sea of black leather showed up to oppose the bill and the committee promptly tabled the bill unanimously.
–Senator John Brueggeman
Polson, MT 59860
PH: 406.883.2395 CELL: 406.270.6699
REALLY good news today. HB 534 was tabled in Committee with a vote of 15-2. The only way that this bill can be resurrected from the dead is if someone brings it up again before next Friday, the 23rd, which is transmittal day, and everything from one house has to be sent to the other by that day.
SO SO MANY THANKS to all of you who made a phone call, sent a letter or an e-mail, or showed up this morning to testify or just a show of support. YOU made this happen!!!!!!
Reach around and pat yourselves on the back if you were involved in any way.
And thank any and all persons that YOU got involved.
Special thanks to all that traveled to make their testimony, Lee, Randy & Linda, AL, me and any others I may have missed.
REALLY REALLY HUGE thanks to the Helena Chapter for showing up!!!!!
–XXXO, Jill Z.
Sister in Freedom
PINK RIBBON CHOPPER BEING BUILD IN DAYTONA FOR BREAST CANCER– Is being built by the all female crew of Athena Ransom (Vagabond Choppers), Jayme Gray (Pussycat Chopper) Jo Ann Bortels (Crazy Horse Painting), Katie Putnam (Mitch Bergeron Customs) and Sarah Lyon (Magnum Cycles)
They will start assembling the motorcycle at Daytona Beach Bike Week, 10:00 AM on Thursday March 8th at the Daytona International Speedway and finish it in 8 hours or less. It should be a great show and benefit a good cause. The finished “Pink Ribbon Chopper” will be donated to the National Breast Cancer Foundation so that they can use it as a fund raiser.
–Rogue
Motorcycle Hall Of Fame Member 2005
SALT SHAKER HITS THE ROAD AGAIN, TWO V-BIKE KITS FOR SALE–Yep, I made an air cleaner cap for the Salt Shaker, bolted a couple of items up including the choke and fired her to life. Almost tipped over the lift lowering her down. Don’t let stools slip under the edge of the lift.
We have a contact for two, complete V-kits from a Custom Chrome Dealer. If your interested, contact Joey Jelf at (661) 202-9795.
VERY COOL BELL TIPS– Are these retro, BELL TIP mufflers cool or what! Just reintroduced by PAUGHCO, the Godfather of the chopper and custom motorcycle industry, these slip-on mufflers speak pure attitude.
Back in the hardcore 50’s, 60’s and 70’s the original BELL TIPS, FISHTAILS and SHOTGUN DRAG pipes provided the unmistakable thunder common to Bob Jobs, Choppers and Rat bikes. 100% MADE IN THE USA using the latest in manufacturing technology and sophisticated in-house plating techniques, PAUGHCO now produces the nostalgic BELL TIP as well as a wide variety of FISHTAILS and DRAG PIPES that will add the finishing touch to any of today’s breed of choppers and bar hoppers.
BELL TIPS feature a simple slip on fit to 1 3Ž4″ pipes, steel baffles, Paughco’s flawless chrome finish, straight or upsweep styles and are available in Long and Short Tip versions. Pipes define your scooter’s image and nothing says hardcore CHOPPER better than these awesome muffs. Head pipes shown are also available from Paughco.
For complete details call 775-246-5738 or catch Paughco on the Web at www.paughco.com
SHRINER’S RIDE FOR KIDS– My name is Mike Ozee and I belong to the El-Zaribah Shriner’s in Phoenix, AZ. I am also a member of the motorcycle unit here at the temple, which rides in the various parades in AZ to increase awareness of the benefits of the shrine. Our unit is having our second annual benefit run on November 3rd called Shriner’s Ride for Kids and our motto is “We Ride so Kids can Walk”. We had our first run in Nov of 2006 and we had over 300 riders attend the ride. This is a charitable fundraiser and the motorcycle unit was able to donate over $55,000 to the Shrine Transportation Fund from this event. Tickets were $10 and the grand prize was either a 2007 HD Fatboy or $15,000 in cash.
Please note that the El Zaribah Shrine Children’s Transportation fund is a 501c3 Charity. This fund is used to pay the transportation costs for the children and a parent or guardian to and from one of our 22 Hospitals located throughout the United States, Canada and Mexico. The local Shrine spends over $150,000 annually to support the kid’s transportation needs. These services are provided at no charge to any child in need of our medical services.
We have a web site that you can check out to see what we’re all about –Michael Ozee KENTUCKY BARTENDER–The bartender reached under the bar and brought out an oak club about 18 inches long and hit the man square across the head, knocking him off his Stool and onto the floor. After a minute or two, the man got up, straightened himself up and said to the bartender, “I’m sorry. I didn’t know this was Hillary country.” “It’s not!” replied the bartender. “This is horse country”. –from Art Friedman CUSTOM CHROME CONTINUES TO EVOLVE AND DRIVE GROWTH– As Custom Chrome continues towards its goal of regaining aftermarket leadership position, organizational and operational changes deliver results. Morgan Hill, CA- coming off a very successful weekend at the V-Twin Expo in Cincinnati where Custom Chrome debuted its all new 2007 catalog, introduced several new key hires including the promotion of industry veteran Ed Martin, Custom Chrome is still not slowing down proving that gaining back industry leading share is the focus in 2007 and beyond. “As we drive toward our goal of providing industry leading aftermarket parts for Harley-Davidson motorcycles we continue to exam our core competencies and area’s of expertise” explained Custom Chrome President, Holger Mohr. “We have built our company on brands like RevTech, Santee and most recently Jammer. We are good at designing, sourcing and distributing innovative parts and accessories for our dealers. With that said, we have made a strategic decision to close our Valencia facility” said Mohr. The Santee brand is manufactured at the Valencia facility. Santee and its legacy are important elements of the Custom Chrome product portfolio and will continue to be. “Custom Chrome can better serve its dealers needs by working with outsourced manufacturing partners to produce Santee products” added Mohr. In anticipation of the transition, Custom Chrome has begun to work with partners to expand the Santee line under the new outsourcing structure. Custom Chrome will invest in research and development for future Santee product launches. With 2007 barely underway, Custom Chrome has continued forging forward with aggressive, strategic change all of which allows the brand the ability to refocus both its human and financial resources toward powerful growth initiatives. Fellow Freedom Fighters,– We must not allow ourselves to make the mistake of confusing the utility of helmets with the futility of helmet laws. And if we are to assert and defend our rights as American motorcyclists, we must NOT allow our federal, state or local governments to continue making that mistake either! ABATE and BOLT of Nevada are asking concerned riders everywhere to EMAIL, CALL and FAX Nevada State Senator Dennis Nolan, requesting that he SUPPORT AND VOTE FOR SB49, a bill that will MAKE NEVADA A FREE STATE by removing “… the requirement that drivers and passengers on certain motorcycles wear protective headgear.” Here is his contact information: Dennis Nolan, Senator More information about Senator Nolan and the other members of his committee is available here: –from Rogue FLATHEAD PROGRESS REPORT COMING TO BIKERNET– I stopped by the shop today to take some photos of the really cool flathead custom that we talked about. So, I put the images onto a disk and will mail it down to you on Monday. The name of the shop is Ewing Kustoms and Josh Ewing is the owner. He’s about 30 years old and is an extremely talented fabricator. Here are is numbers if you need to get a hold of him and get more information about his shop and the bike from him. Shop – (253) 826-6246 –John Leach BLESSED BIKER BELLS AVAILABLE–It’s a peaceful winter wonderland here in Indiana… Give the New Motorcycle Medicine Feather Blessing to your riding friends and get them ready for the riding season… Biker Bells are out and our NEW Blessing is in and it’s hot… Cindy Thorrington Haggerty CEO – See our jewelry in the Easyriders Roadware Catalog Buy Easyriders Magazine and watch for the upcoming editorial on Cindy and Peaceful Art Jewelry/Design LLC We support the American Motorcycle Company www.amc1902.com WINE AND SPIRITS FROM SCOTT JACOBS– Scott Jacobs’ Studio is now releasing a stunning collection of his latest WINE AND SPIRITS editions on canvas. These and similar imagery have become some of the most sought after in the art world. Feast your eyes on the first two below and then click the link to view the rest of the grouping. (The first nine in a row are all new). Artist Proofs are available now but will not last and sizes and prices are on website. Please call or email me if you have any questions. Thank you. AUSTRALIAN GUN LAW UPDATE– Here’s a thought to warm some of your hearts… From: Ed Chenel, A police officer in Australia Hi Yanks, I thought you all would like to see the real figures from Down Under. It has now been 12 months since gun owners in Australia were forced by a new law to surrender 640,381 personal firearms to be destroyed by our own government, a program costing Australia taxpayers more than $500 million dollars. The first year results are now in: While figures over the previous 25 years showed a steady decrease in armed robbery with firearms, this has changed drastically upward in the past 12 months, since the criminals now are guaranteed that their prey is unarmed. There has also been a dramatic increase in break-ins and assaults of the elderly, while the resident is at home. Australian politicians are at a loss to explain how public safety has decreased, after such monumental effort and expense was expended in “successfully ridding Australian society of guns.” You won’t see this on the American evening news or hear your governor or members of the State Assembly disseminating this information. The Australian experience speaks for itself. Guns in the hands of honest citizens save lives and property and, yes, gun-control laws affect only the law-abiding citizens. Take note Americans, before it’s too late! TIRE QUESTION OF THE WEEK–My name is Randy, as a member Id like to ask ya somethin, the Metzler tires were supposed to be a stronger compound but Im a roll on redliner quite a bit on my modified 96FXstc when I can get out between monsoons in s.e.tx…I have the solid stock rear wheel and the chrome wide tire H-D kit w/150 on it, belt driven, IS there a premium car tire that will fit for the similar premium damn price, and any side to side mods associated with it, thanks – –Lidia Johnson FREEDOMS FIGHTERS’ SUCCESS– We won one in Arkansas and WON in Montana this week and we have one “Laid Over” in Colorado, but we still have at least two pieces of helmet law legislation on back burners in two states. Oklahoma HB1539 would put a lid on evey biker, and it’s still in committee. Kansas HB2137 would put a helmet on every biker and it’s in Transportation committee. There are plenty of Safety Nannies out there who would like nothing better than to slap a helmet law on each of us. So let’s ALL keep an eye on these bills, eh. –ED BIRCH –from Rogue INDIAN RESTORATION QUESTION OF THE WEEK– I was looking at your custom Indian beautiful really beautiful myself I have a 2001 Scout and working on my third rear finder cracks everywhere I recently found out my bike I bought new did not come with what is called”A cross over section” thats the piece that connects the two rear struts together problem is I cannot find one anywher do you possibily know who has one for sale or is there something I can do like weld something into the rear finder to stop the cracking ???? –Tom Ryall WOMAN RIDER NOW COLUMNIST TO CLIMB MT. EVEREST– February 13, 2006 — (Livingston, MT) “This is an incredible opportunity of a lifetime, one I’ve trained for my entire life,” says Betsy. A longtime southern California resident, Betsy has been riding a motorcycle for more than 20 years and is a fixture on the Harley-Davidson scene in and around the Los Angeles area. In 1997, Betsy climbed Thorong Peak and Chulu Far East, two 20,000-foot mountains in the Annapurna Range of the Himalayas. One of her dreams has been to summit Mount Everest. Now, she’ll have her chance. To make her dream a reality, Betsy must first meet another challenge, raising $42,000 plus another $20,000 in expenses. That’s the price tag for one man or woman to reach the top of the tallest mountain on earth. Betsy has set up a Web site at LOOKING FOR A JOB STATESIDE–My name is Alex. I’m from Russia and I really love motorcycles. I was in 2006, in the summer in USA, VA Williamsburg your shop, and my friend David was show me Custom Center in VA and , can be in RIchmond. I really like it, and Customs. I do motorcycles. Harley-Davidson and Japan motorcycles and parts super expensive in Russia. And I make all parts by my self. And I are able to welding, saw and paint. I understand engines and quickly study. I like make motorcycles Often we put in back wheel from the car. And engine from “URAL” like my motorcycle. All parts we doing in factory. I adore motorcycles and devote them all life. If it possible I would like find work at you. I very much wish to work and repair motorcycles About me: 21 ear old The digital center “Photo Master” — ALEXANDER MEMPHIS EASYRIDERS SHOW WINNERS 2007– BEST OF SHOW SPECTATOR CLASS Antique/Old School Specialty Modified Stock Street Custom Radical JUDGED CLASS BEST OF SHOW Editor’s Choice Award Best Display Best Radical Class Best Street Class Best Specialty Class Best Antique/Old School Class Best Modified Stock Class PRO CLASS FINALISTS: (All Pro Class Winners take home trophy from show, and are invited to compete with their winning bike in Kansas City, MO at the Invitational Bike Show on May 5, 2005. Top 6 bikes from the Kansas City Pro Class Finals, will be invited to be a 2008 Easyriders Centerfold Tour Master Builder.) B.J. GATEWOOD CARUTHERSVILLE, MO 2007 GATEWOOD CUSTOM NEW TRANSLUCENT WINDSCREENS FOR BUELL FIREBOLT MODELS– MILWAUKEE (January 30, 2007) – New Translucent Windscreens from Buell Accessories give the front end of Buell Firebolt models a splash of sporty color. The injection-molded windscreens are the same shape as the original-equipment Firebolt windscreen to ensure a perfect fit. The Translucent Windscreens are available in two versions: Red (P/N M0600.02A8MCC, $59.95) and Smoke (P/N M0600.02A8MCD, $59.95). Both fit 2003-later Buell XB9R and XB12R Firebolt models. For additional information on Buell Accessories, see your local Buell dealer or visit the Buell website at www.buell.com. To find a dealer near you, call toll free 1-800-443-2153 in the U.S.A. or Canada. CEREBRAL PALSY EFFORT– My name is Kim McCune, I am a mother with a 4 yr old who has cerebral palsy. My Child receives therapy 4 x’s week at TherAplay in Indiana. The Childrens TherAplay Ogranization is having their first Poker Run on May 19th. They are a Non-profit organization that help alot of great kids I am helping with putting this run together. I was wondering if you donated to charity events, something to raffle or for a silent auction? I will be sending out more info on the Run soon, Please Join us! –Kim IT’S BREAK TIME–Hope you enjoyed the news. We search far and wide to bring you all the sharp-edged news about the Custom World that’s fit to print. Don’t hesitate to send me news items. There’s no charge to be featured in the news. If you have info, tech tips, a project to share, a new tattoo or a hot girlfriend, we’ll feature whatever it is. Tell us about your latest ride adventure, ask a question. We’ll get to the bottom of any custom problem and highlight any success. Just send it to Bandit@Bikernet.com. So what’s next for Bikernet? I’m wrapping up a chunk of fiction and working with a local lovely editor. She’s going to help me edit my next book. Next week, if all goes well, we’ll publish an article on how Saxon motorcycles builds their bikes. John Bishop runs the assembly line and came to Saxon with auto-maker experience. This story will deliver insider insight into building production choppers. I also hope to deliver a feature on one of the rarest Crocker Motorcycles on the planet. It’s painted Booze Fighter colors and was owned and restored by one of the original members. The good news this week was that Paughco is now building our Assalt Weapan frame. It should be in hand in three weeks. We’re burnin’ daylight and I’m anxious as a kid in his last class on a Friday before a holiday weekend. Get this. We are now owners of a sailing vessel. For years I sailed with a gentleman Wolf Chater. He’s now 86 and unable to sail. The company he worked for (25 years) gave him the boat when he retired. When he could no longer use it, he attempted to sell it and it was severely abused. Then his son John attempted to restore the Alden 32 built by Cheoy Lee. Wolf called, and we put together a biker crew to restore the sloop built in 1969. Now you’ll see reports on it as we move forward. We’re moving it to a safer, Wilmington mooring this morning. It needs a new Perkins engine and a handful of repairs, before we can set sail on our first Bandit’s Cantina Harbor Cruise. I know, we’re nuts. Hang on. Ride Forever, –Bandit
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Australia-wide, homicides are up 6.2 percent,
Australia-wide, assaults are up 9.6 percent ;
Australia-wide, armed robberies are up 44 percent (yes, 44 percent)!
In the state of Victoria alone, homicides with firearms are now up 300 percent. (Note that while the law-abiding citizens turned them in, the criminals did not and criminals still possess their guns!) 
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DESIGNER. The diploma at University (May, 2007).
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The Work was dealt with repairing and painting cars
Of September 2005
The designer
I know many graphic programs
American Language
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I do not smoke and do not drink. 
1. TIMOTHY LEMONS LEACHVILLE AR. 2007 CUSTOM CHOPPER
2. KEITH PIKE NESBIT, MS 2006 PRO STREET
3. MOTORCYCLE MADDNESS BARTLETT, TN 2006 SPRINGER
1. MATT KINNANE BARTLETT, TN 1971 ELECTRA GLIDE
2. R. WAYNE BLACKWELL KILLEN, AL 2005 WCC DOMINATOR
3. GOD FATHERS CHOP SHOP MEMPHIS, TN 2007 CUSTOM BOBBER
1. JESS GARNER BLYTHERVILLE, AR 2005 CUSTOM CHOPPER
2. HOBBIE TIMMONS BREESE, IL 1982 HARLEY LOW RIDER
3. BO CANNON BARTLETT, TN 1999 CUSTOM CHOPPER
1. JIM ROBINS MANILA, AR 2002 DEUCE
2. BLUEFOOT MEMPHIS, TN 1998 CUSTOM DRESSOR
3. BILL TOWERY GREMAN TOWN, TN 2006 FXST
1. BIG BOYZ CUSTOM FENTON, MO 2006 PRO STREET
2. MARK HUETSON BURLISON, TN 2006 MEMPHIS CHOPPER
3. GORDON BANKS NASHVILLE, TN 2006 BIG DOG MASTIFF
1. TOMMY RICHARDSON BOGALLUSA, LA 2007 CUSTOM
2. RON PETERS RUSSELLVILLE, AR 1999 ???
3. JEFF HENDERSON BLYTHEVILLE, AR 2006 CUSTOM CHOPPER
1. BRYAN KING LEBANON, TN 2005 CUSTOM CHOPPER
2. AL TRIBBLE HENDERSVILLE, TN 2007 PRO STREET CUSTOM
3. BRAD BARNES RIDGELY, TN 2004 CFL
MICHEAL & JESSICA THOMSON HOT SPRINGS, AR 1916 BSAK
MARK MONROE WICHITA, KS 2001 CUSTOM SPRINGER
1. TODD ALBRIGHT LEBENON, TN 2004 NOTHING BUT CUSTOM
2. LARRY BOGGS MENSFIELD, OH 2006 RIGID CUSTOM
3. KENNETH WELTY COLLIERVILLE, TN 2006 BIG BEAR CHOPPER
1. TOMMY MULLINS NESBIT, MS 2004 DIABLO VIPER
2. LOGAN COUNSELL UNION CITY, TN 2003 250 HARLEY
3. BEAR CREEK CUSTOM SOMIEVILLE, TN BEAR CREEK CUSTOM
1. BRYAN KING LEBANON, TN 2005 CUSTOM BUILD
2. B.J. GATEWOOD CARUTHERSVILLE, MO 2003 GATEWOOD CUSTOM
3. RANDY SNELL JONESBORO, AR 2006 CUSTOM CHOPPER
1. MIKE & JESSICA THOMSON HOT SPRINGS, AR 1917 AUTO CYCLE
2. BUBBA HINTON BARTLETT, TN 2006 BOBBER
3. ANDREW HOWSDEN MILLINGTON, TX 1962 SUPER HUMMER
1. MARK MONROE WICHITA, KS 1962 CUSTOM SPRINGER PAN
2. MIKE SNYDER MARRILTON, AR 1999 FAT BOY
3. DANNY METCALF SOUTHHAVEN, MS 2001 DEUCE
RUSS HESS JACKSBORO TX 2006 OLD SCHOOL NO RULES
ERIC WARREN TAMPA, FL 2007 PRO STREET 
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