Hey,
It’s a wet Sunday in Los Angeles and the rest of the country is blanketed in snow. We had a power outage on our block and it fried the Television and various appliances, but the computer is still alive. Let’s rock with the news and I’ll see if I can make the refrigerator buzz again.
ORGANIZERS CANCEL 2008 DAKAR RALLY DUE TO TERRORIST FEARS– THE 2008 Dakar Rally has been canceled because of concerns over terrorism in Mauritania, through which eight of the rally’s 15 stages were due to pass. The annual car and motorcycle marathon had been due to start in Lisbon on 5 January, with the finish scheduled in Dakar for 20 January.
Four French tourists were murdered in the North-Western African country on 24 December, which led to the French government advising against any travel there. The murders have been linked to the Islamic Maghreb branch of Al-Qaeda.
The event’s French organizers, the Amaury Sport Organization (ASO), said there had been “direct threats against the race issued by terrorist groups”.
“Following several consultations with the French government, and taking into account its firm recommendations, the organizers of the Dakar Rally have taken the decision to cancel the 2008 edition of the rally,” said an ASO statement.
It continued: “ASO’s first responsibility is to guarantee the safety of all: that of the populations in the countries visited, of the amateur and professional competitors, of the technical assistance personnel, of the journalists, partners and rally collaborators.”
The Dakar Rally has been held uninterrupted since 1979, although in the past, stages have been cancelled.
ASO insisted that this decision to cancel the 2008 race would not affect the event in future, but some commentators dispute this.
www.dakar.com
NEW RENEGADE MAGAZINE COVER– Here is a preview of the cover for the upcoming issue #5 of Renegade Biker Magazine, due out in February for Bike Week 08. This issue is packed full of really sick bikes from French Kiss Kustoms, Warren Lane’s Speed Demon, and Deviant Designs!
For some lowbrow art & culture we have VonDutch “The Mayor of Tasmania. From the street scene we have the Rock-A-Billy Riot Old School Car & Bike Show with the The Kings of Hell, and if that’s not enough culture for you then check out Big Engine! Wait that’s not all we will be introducing fictional stories written by Allan Lowson.
Also in this issue have more Better Biker Barns & Garages for you, and a whole lot more! To see more visit http://www.renegadebiker.com
–Scharf
Renegade Biker Magazine
386-295-2985
JOHN REED HEADS TO GERMANY FOR CUSTOM CHROME SHOW– We are already late with the date for the upcoming CUSTOM CHROME DEALERSHOW on March 30th 2008, BUT NOT WITHOUT REASON! The final text is in final correction and will be mailed later while I start mailing the images. Some which will already show you that this will be THE SHOW of 2008!
Best regards and a successful new year for 2008 in the name of CUSTOM CHROME EUROPE team, preparing one of the hottest show events of the season for you!
–Horst R?sler, Motographer
STACK COVERS FOR VELOCITY STACKS– I had a guy in Austrialia that had same kinda Velocity Stacks on his Bike. I Made him a custom filters. I attached a photo !
I can custom make ANY VELOCITY STACK
–Bill
Bills B Racing
” BBR Filters”
BIKERNET COMPLIMENT– Happy new year to all. Wanted to thank you for keeping us up to date on all the industry haps. Bikernet is at least a month or two ahead of the paper rags when it comes to biker news. Cancelled all of my subscriptions to the so called biker mags(except The Horse!). Keep up the good work.
–Dave
In frigid Hampstead,Maryland
STURGIS MOTORCYCLE MUSEUM & HALL OF FAME TO RAFFLE 1982 HARLEY DAVIDSON “STURGIS”– JANUARY, 2008 – – The Sturgis Motorcycle Museum & Hall of Fame is now selling tickets for its 2008 raffle of a hard-to-find 1982 Harley Davidson “Sturgis” motorcycle. This motorcycle is unusual for a number of reasons, including the fact that the “Sturgis” was designed by Willie G. Davidson. Although considered a “custom,” these motorcycles were actually built as a production bike by Harley Davidson, rather than being customized by someone else after production.
Sturgis Motorcycle Museum board member Dave Davis says the winner of this raffle will certainly own a piece of Harley history. Davis said, “The Harley Davidson “Sturgis” motorcycles built in 1980 through 1982 were the first from the company to utilize a twin belt drive. These bikes also became the production test model for what would become the FXR from Harley Davidson, and the company used unique color combinations on the “Sturgis” bikes that were never used again. ” Davis also pointed out that the motorcycle that’s up for raffle has very low miles and original paint.
The Sturgis Motorcycle Museum, a non-profit 501 (c) 3 organization, holds an annual raffle to support the museum. Tickets for the raffle are being offered at $10 each or $25 for three tickets. Tickets are available for purchase at the Sturgis Motorcycle Museum & Hall of Fame at 999 Main Street in Sturgis, SD or online at the museum’s website at www.sturgismuseum.com. The winner of this year’s raffle will be drawn during the annual Sturgis Rally on Saturday, August 9th.
For more information contact the Sturgis Motorcycle Museum 605.347.2001.
Motorcycle Products Division: HELEN TWOWHEELS? MOTORCYCLE STUFF– Indianapolis, IN and Ann Arbor, MI, January 4, 2008- Linda Hedden, better know as Helen, of Helen Twowheels? SUPER PACKING SYSTEM in Ann Arbor and Tom Volk of RACER PARTS WHOLESALE in Indianapolis announce that Helen will be leading the new HELEN TWOWHEELS? MOTORCYCLE STUFF division of Racer Parts Wholesale.
Helen is well known in the touring community for the SUPER PACKING SYSTEM products used by over 50,000 motorcyclists. SUPER PACKING SYSTEM products are used in every aspect of motorcycling, from long distance street touring to wild off-road adventures all over the globe! Helen has given countless Packing Seminars? throughout the United States and is also a leading presenter at various rallies and forums with such programs as Riding Alone? and Women in Riding?.
RACER PARTS WHOLESALE is a well-known supplier of Racing Parts and Accessories to the automobile racing and performance car markets. RPW also supplies products to other diverse markets including marine, aviation, and government.
SUPER PACKING SYSTEM products have been moved to RPW?s 10,000 sq ft Indianapolis warehouse. The Helen Twowheels product line will be the premier product sold by the new HELEN TWOWHEELS? MOTORCYCLE STUFF division of Racer Parts Wholesale. With all product inventory and shipping being handled by Racer Parts Wholesale in Indianapolis, Helen will be able to spend more of her time at major motorcycle events and industry gatherings.
She will continue to do her Packing Seminars? as well as working on broadening the product lines offered by the new HELEN TWOWHEELS? MOTORCYCLE STUFF division. Helen’s expertise and knowledge in the motorcycle accessories business will allow the growth of the Helen Twowheels product line along with the overall growth of the new MOTORCYCLE STUFF division.
2008 IRONWORKS INNOVATION AWARD WINNERS ANNOUNCED– Montgomery, AL — January 3, 2008 – IronWorks Magazine proudly announces the winners of the 2008 Innovation Awards to be presented at the V-twin Expo on February 3rd.
The V-Twin Expo will be held at the Duke Energy Convention Center in Cincinnati, OH on February 2-4. The 4 trophies made by Pat Patterson of Led Sled Customs in Dayton, OH, will be on displayed on Saturday at the IronWorks booth #857 and will be presented Sunday morning starting at 10 a.m.
The winners are:
Big Bear Choppers
GTX Custom Bagger
Metzeler
ME880 24″ and 21″ Tires
S&S Cycle Inc.
Sealed Air-Cleaner Kit
Hawg Halters, Inc.
RoadLok MID Sniper Caliper
The IW Innovation Awards are given to companies who have created outstanding new products for motorcycles. The award recipients are selected by the editors of IronWorks who review each product based on its uniqueness and usefulness to the motorcycle rider.
The award is also known as “The Stempy”, in honor of the co-founder and editor of the magazine, Dennis Stemp, who passed away several years ago. His wife, Marilyn, is one of the editors who continue his vision by helping select the award winners.
–from Bob Clark
NGK AND POWERSPORTS GO HAND-IN-HAND– NGK is the world leader in spark plugs and plug wires for both original equipment manufacturers (OEM) and the aftermarket. As of June 1, AMSOIL began offering NGK spark plugs and plug wires for auto/light truck, powersports, auto racing and small engine applications.
As snowmobilers take to the trails, it’s a great time to remember that in addition to lubricants AMSOIL carries the ancillary products your customers need. In the warmer climates, ATVs and other equipment may be on the go year round. Remember to help your customers take care of all aspects of the machines they own.
Higher Quality, Additional Applications
The addition of NGK spark plugs and plug wires allows AMSOIL Dealers to offer plugs and wires for far more applications than before. The expanded product offering and increased quality provide AMSOIL customers with more options and a better product. AMSOIL offers four lines of NGK spark plugs: Iridium IX, V-Power, Standard and Commercial.
BIKERNET SEARCHES FOR NEW HOG LOGO– Hey Bandit. I Know you’re busy Just want to say great site. I log on every day. Also On Bikernet news I could not help but notice a HOG banner with an eagle holding a pair of Samuri swords. What’s up with that? I’ve got nothing against the swords, Japan or even the bikes from there, but hey man represent responsibly will ya? Will ya tell those guys to put a pair of American revolutionary rifles there or something like that? Looks weird….
–Ben
Sacramento.Ca
Yes sir, I contacted the factory today about a new updated logo. I don’t know where that one came from. I’m innocent, I swear–Bandit
EASY-PULL CLUTCHES– Top of the morning to you sir!! Once in a while I see postings about how to change the energy needed to operate the clutch on HD’s.
A search didn’t turn the following up on Bikernet, but I’m sure you’ve heard of the infamous MAGURA hydraulic clutch systems used on many off road competition bikes. (German mfg?)
They now make a kit for Sportsters and the big Harley bikes, and I seen one on a Sportster yesterday. Very clean installation, no glunky parts hang’n around, and my old knarley hands and fingers operated it with ease. Hell, I’d say it was a good 25% or so easier than my stock setup.
Dude said he converted over within an hour, rode off, and hasn’t had to mess with it once in over a year so far. Now that’s something frigg’n new!!!
Just google “magura harley”, and you’ll find some jobbers, pics etc.
Later!! It’s only 42 degrees, but I’ve got a date with a throttle.
–Pappy
thor44@frontiernet.net>
BETZ TO REPORT ON EVEREST CLIMB FOR BIKERNET.COM– Hope your holidays were great! I wanted to see the series myself before writing my final thoughts on the adventure. There certainly was a lot of controversy about my part in the whole event. Anyway, if you’re still interested, I’m interested in telling the story. I’m also interviewing and taking pictures of Kiwi Mike, who is fabricating Indian Motorcycles. Would you be interested in his story?
Happy New Year, and to your pretty girlfriend too!
–Betz
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