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HOW TO BUILD A BONNEVILLE SALT FLATS MOTORCYCLE– The phrase, Bonneville Salt Flats, strikes a chord with any true gear-head. For motorcycle enthusiasts the allure is even stronger. How to Build a Bonneville Salt Flats Motorcycle documents the construction of ?The Worlds Fastest Panhead,? conceived and assembled by Keith Ball, editor of Bikernet.com. Building a Bonneville Salt Flats winner presents a whole series of hurdles. Keith describes each hurdle, and how it was overcome, from determining the best frame dimensions to making the un-streamlined machine as aerodynamic as possible.
Get yourself a copy of this epic adventure in the Black Market by clicking here.
If you order it directly from Bikernet, Keith will sign your book and enclose a picture of Valerie suitable for framing and a famous 5-Ball Racing sticker.
D&D EXHAUST DEALER PROGRAM EXPANDS EVERY WEEK–They’ve decided to go dealer direct to better serve their customers. Here’s the lastest gang. If you don’t see a dealer near you, go immediately to their web site to find one close by.
1) Surdyke H-D 2435 Hwy 67 Festus, Mo 63028 636-931-8700
2) Willy World Cycles 101 N Reed ST Joliet, IL 60435 815-725-4666
3) H-D of Cartersville 2281 Hwy 411 NE Cartersville, GA 30121 678-721-0203
4) Ben’s V-twin Inc 13007 E Independence Blvd Matthews, NC 28105 704-882-4285
5) Oklahoma Honda Suzuki 3400 S Sunny Ln Del City, OK 73115 405-672-1423
6) Maple City Cycle 18624 US Hwy 20 Bristol, IN 46507 574-522-4400
7) Lucky Cycles 6981 Briscoes Turn Rd Owings MD 20736 410-286-7557
8) Grifs Cycle Sports 2406 B S Stemmons Frwy Lewisville, TX 75067 972-315-2892
9) Renegade Custom 730 S Meridian St Portland, IN 47371 260-726-7555
10) Creative Rides Custom Cycle 7905 J St Omaha, NE 68127 402-905-2254
–Jennifer
BROTHER BUYS A USED SAXON BLACK CROWN–Pulled the trigger on the Saxon. It had a number of small problems that I was able to fix with NO problem and a couple quirky tendencies, but all in all I am very happy with the purchase. Taking it up from LA to North of San Fran this weekend. Should be a great trip.
Pics attached (seat is getting redone in a dark, weathered brown).
–daws
2008-2009 CYCLE WORLD INTERNATIONAL MOTORCYCLE SHOWS PRESENTED BY TOYOTASET TO CRUISE INTO 13 CITIES NATIONWIDE–World?s Largest Motorcycle Show Series Features Hundreds Of New Bikes and Entertainment for Entire Family.
Santa Ana, Calif. (June 18, 2008) ? Advanstar Communications ? a leading provider of integrated media solutions to the automotive aftermarket, off-road, and powersports industries ? today announced the schedule for the 28th annual Cycle World International Motorcycle Shows? presented by Toyota. This nationwide show series allows motorcycle fans from California to New York to get an up-close look at more than 600 new model motorcycles including street bikes, dirt bikes, fuel efficient bikes, cruisers, scooters, ATVs and watercraft from 19 major manufacturers; check out the latest gear and aftermarket accessories; and enjoy demo rides, new rider programs, interactive entertainment for all ages and much more.
The 2008-2009 Cycle World International Motorcycle Shows Presented by Toyota schedule is as follows:
October 31-November 2, 2008University of Phoenix StadiumPhoenix, AZ
November 14-16, 2008Dallas Convention CenterDallas, TX
November 21-23, 2008Reliant Center Houston, TX
December 5-7, 2008Long Beach Convention CenterLong Beach, CA
December 12-14, 2008Qwest Field Event CenterSeattle, WA
December 19-21, 2008San Mateo County Event CenterSan Mateo, CA
January 2-4, 2009Rock Financial ShowplaceNovi, MI
January 9-11, 2009Washington Convention CenterWashington D.C.
January 16-18, 2009Jacob K. Javits Convention CenterNew York, NY
January 30-February 1, 2009I-X CenterCleveland, OH
February 6-8, 2009Donald E. Stephens Convention CenterChicago, IL
February 13-15, 2009Minneapolis Convention CenterMinneapolis, MN
February 20-22, 2009Carolina First CenterGreenville, SC
?Whether you are an avid motorcycle rider or a potential new rider, each show stop is bursting with the latest bikes, gear, safety equipment and information to get your motor running,? said Show Director Jeff D?Entremont. ?With gas prices on the rise, motorcycles make an excellent fuel efficient transportation choice and the show is the best place to see these bikes up-close and talk to the industry experts about the options.?
For the 16th consecutive year, Cycle World, the world?s most popular motorcycle magazine, is the title sponsor for the series and leading manufacturer Toyota will return for the 11th year as presenting sponsor. The Cycle World International Motorcycle Shows presented by Toyota is the world?s largest motorcycle show series. For more information, call 800/331-5706 or visit motorcycleshows.com.
ZANIK FEATURED IN THE JULY ISSUE OF HORSE–Check us out in the July issue in Iron Horse Magazine. It features 2 of our latest projects. Thanks to everyone that helped make these 2 bikes something special!
Let us help you with your next “kustomization” project, and you will be the next one in the pubs!
–Tim Turbett
Zanik Design, Inc.
Kustom Motorcycle Konsulting
507 N. Dee Rd.
Park Ridge, IL 60068
847.685.0951
zanikdesign.com
RIDLEY ON AMERICAN THUNDER JUNE 24th | 8pm EST | SpeedTV—UPDATE: The wildly popular motorcycle program, American Thunder, will feature Ridley Motorcycle on next week’s episode. The feature was filmed during Myrtle Beach Bike Week only a few short weeks ago. The feature includes an interview with Jay Ridley and host Michelle Smith rides an ‘0eight Auto-Glide Chopper and the new Auto-Glide Trike.
NOTORIOUS CHOP N GRIND RACING TEAM UNDER BIKERNET INVESTIGATION–Recently undercover Bikernet SWAT team followed the notorious criminal Chop N Grind member to the Flat Track Races from their hideout in 11 Palms, California. Seen here slipping black market performance parts to a member of the Hessians MC, we knew immediately that they were not at the races to eat hot dogs.
We’ll bring you more on this long term investigation in the near future.
BAD BLACK TOMBSTONE– North County Customs, the exclusive source for Softbrake products, is now offering the company?s retro-style Tombstone taillight in BAD BLACK powdercoat. These popular stand alone housings have no fixed illumination or license plate bracket offer a clean replacement for stock and many custom applications while retaining the classic Tombstone lines. NCC offers the new Bad Black Tombstone housing as a direct bolt on replacement for stock Tombstone lights and utilizes the original hardware.
It eliminates the plate bracket and license light lens completely so you can mount your plate any place you like. It really looks hot when used with NCC?s license plate relocator mounting system. Designed to fit ?97 to present Heritage Springer and Delux models.
The housing retails for $95.00, without lens, and can be ordered by calling North County Customs at 714-680-3543.
BIKERNET FARMING SEMINARS–A farmer discovers that some local kids have been helping themselves to his watermelons. To discourage the profit-eating behavior, he put up a sign that read:
WARNING: ONE OF THESE WATERMELONS CONTAINS CYANIDE!
A week later, the farmer goes out into his field. None of his watermelons had been eaten, but he found another sign that said:
NOW THERE ARE TWO!
–from Rev CarlR
CHINESE BILLET CONNECTION–We are from China and specializing in the manufacture and export of top quality motorcycle or auto billet CNC parts,such as billet CNC caps,and so on.
We manufactures a full line of billet aluminium and stainless steel compression fitting for practically any motorcycle or auto application.
We can make the parts as your drawings or the samples. our price is very competitive because we are manufactory, we are the source.
For detailed information,please visit our website:www.tecoparts.com
–Billy
Sales executive
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BIKERNET BROUHAHA SPONSORSHIP LIST–We want to thank all our sponsors up front for their generous support of our first Black Hills Rally full day of entertainment at Thunder Road on Friday, the 8th of August. Don’t miss this puppy. We’re going to have a blast and some killer prizes.
In addition to the sponsors above Spectro Oils came on board with gifts, and Dupont Hot Hues stepped up with class trophies.
FLORIDA BIKER LAW TAKES EFFECT ON JULY 1–Starting July 1, Keys motorcyclists will have to travel up to Homestead to take the nearest three-day mandatory drivers’ course.
It’s part of a state law taking effect that will require all new bikers to graduate from a safety class.
Anyone, regardless of age, who doesn’t have a full motorcycle endorsement on his or her license, including the knowledge and road-skills test, will get a ticket if police catch them on a motorcycle or moped with engines larger than 49 cc.
Current law only requires bikers under age 21 to take the three-day course. Riders older than 21 only have to take a written exam and a short driving test.
Under the new law, potential motorcyclists will still have the written skills test but it will be administered at the three-day Motorcycle Safety Foundation course.
Bikers who’ve already received their motorcycle endorsements will be grandfathered in and exempt from taking the safety course.
?People will get pulled over and they will be asked to get endorsements and have to drive more than 120 miles to get them,? said Jiri Klapil, owner of the JK Motor Shop in Key West. ?That’s ridiculous.?
?These are changes the state is making,? said Denise Wilcox, supervisor of the drivers’ license office in Key West’s Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles. ?We weren’t really excited about it either.?
Instructor Gene Gracey will host his last skills tests at the First Baptist Church on Big Pine Key June 25, according to Key West Yamaha manager Howard Bush. The Key West DMV administers the written exam, but will stop July 1.
?It’s a nightmare,? Bush said. ?$250 [for the course], plus a three-day hotel stay out of one’s own pocket to take a mandatory motorcycle course … and it’s going to make people jobless. This is going to seriously hurt sales across the state.?
?I don’t think that directly it will affect me that much,? Honda Key West owner Victor Mills said. ?My sales have been more directly linked to scooters than motorcycles.?
Many scooters have engines smaller than 50 cc. Mills, who owns the shop on Southard Street, also mentioned the fact that because it’s a three-day course, riders will have to take off work. He also says that once the state statute is implemented, the state won’t abide by its own laws.
Under current law, people taking the safety class could get a temporary permit before taking the three-day course. Come July 1, those temporary permits will be useless.
The course supplies its own motorcycles and tackles maneuvering, braking, proper apparel, obstacle avoidance, traffic strategies and responsibility.
You can reach the Homestead diver’s school at (305) 271-4311.
–from Rogue
Sturgis Freedom Fighters
Motorcycle Hall Of Fame Member 2005
READER REVIEWS RECENT FEATURE BY JOHNNY HUMBLE–Just read the story Humble did on his pal Mike and his new ride. Awesome story and pix.
Reminds me of the old days before back injuries. Now I ride a couch, an 07 Street Glide cuz of the back injury and needed spine fusion.
Tell Humble to keep putting out stories ( and pix) like this one (www.bikernet.com/bikebarn/PageViewer.asp?PageID=2223). Does an old geezer’s heart good.
–Gootie
HOT ROD CAR AUCTION COMING–An exciting range of unique customs and exotic hot rods are set to cross the block this summer as part of RM Auctions’ much anticipated Sports & Classics of Monterey event in California this August.
Included in this exciting line-up is the one-off, 1954 Cramer Comet – powered by a WWII Allison fighter engine, which will make its auction debut in Monterey. Other highlights include a range of recently modified vehicles by some of today’s leading customizers and designers, including an art deco styled 1953 Cadillac Custom Eldo-Roadster ‘Tequila Sunset’, an elaborate 1959 Cadillac Eldorado Seville Convertible ‘Elvis Presley Tribute’, and a 1932 Ford Roadster Hot Rod amongst others.
The exciting line-up of customs and hot rods will be joined by a magnificent range of luxurious classics, sports and racing cars on RM’s Monterey auction block.
We thought this may be of interest to some of your readers and hope to interest you in a possible story on these exciting rolling works of art and our upcoming Sports & Classics of Monterey auction event. Please find following a media release for your consideration. Further information, hi-res images and interviews with RM principals are all available and can be arranged by contacting us on the details below.
If you would like to attend this auction event as a member of the press, please visit www.rmauctions.com — Amy Christie SUCKER PUNCH SALLY’S TO HOST BIKE GIVEAWAY AT LEGENDARY BUFFALO CHIP– STURGIS, S.D. –June 18, 2008– Sucker Punch Sally’s (SPS) today announced it will launch two new products during Sturgis Bike Week 2008. The first is Sucker Punch Shine, which is a refined version of the traditional classic moonshine that still packs a punch at 120 proof. The second is Original Octane, a refreshing orange cream tasting energy drink. SPS has decided to celebrate this launch with a bike giveaway at the legendary Buffalo Chip this year in Sturgis. Original Octane is the newest addition to SPS’s expanding product line, and everything from its packaging to its classic orange cream flavor exudes SPS’s old-school style that is meant to be mixed with the first of their alcoholic beverages, Sucker Punch Shine. And in true SPS fashion, the SPS crew did what they do best – built a Sucker Punch motorcycle in honor of their newest business venture. The motorcycle is Sucker Punch Sally’s traditional with Original Octane/SPS Shine branding and is true to SPS’s stripped-down, no-nonsense style. “Building custom motorcycles and the deadlines we face leaves us no stranger to energy drinks.” Said SPS President Christian Clayton. “After we took over the distillery and developed the SPS Shine we wanted a mixer, a great tasting energy drink was the answer. However, anyone who has tasted all the energy drinks out there knows “great tasting” and “energy drink” don’t really go hand in hand. So we decided to formulate our own – and then we built a bike to go along with it.” Sturgis attendees can register for a chance to win the SPS custom from Aug. 4 to Aug. 7, 2008, at SPS’s trailer, located at the infield at the Buffalo Chip. The SPS crew will also be handing out samples of Original Octane at their trailer throughout bike week. The Original Octane Motorcycle will be given away Thursday, Aug. 7 live onstage at the Buffalo Chip, and the winner must be present at the Buffalo Chip Friday, Aug. 8 to claim his or her prize. “We’re excited to help Sucker Punch Sally’s launch its newest product,” said Buffalo Chip owner Rod Woodruff. “Our mission at Buffalo Chip is to continue to provide bikers the best party anywhere, and the Sucker Punch launch and bike giveaway are definitely something to look forward to this year.” Original Octane will be available to the general public in August and can be purchased at www.spsbeverageco.com or at select retailers. Also in the works for SPS are a new clothing line and custom bike parts, including handlebars and sissy bars, infused with SPS’s trademark old-school style. For more information on SPS and its product line, visit www.suckerpunchsallys.com. For more information on Buffalo Chip, visit www.buffalochip.com . AXL DEACON SURVIVES BRAIN SURGERY IN HAWAII– Thought a couple of you would like to see pics of Axl right out of surgery. He’s doing very well. I expect more pics and updates and will try to let you know how he’s doing. Thanks for everything! -Toy BIKERNET WEEKLY PRODUCT RELEASE FROM RIVERA PRIMO / 6-19-08–EARLY MODEL BRUTE II EXTREME BELT DRIVES–Now available from Rivera Primo are early-model 1-1/2? wide belt drives featuring the ultra severe-duty 11mm Kevlar polychain belt. Belt drive kits are designed for enclosed primary fitment, either within aluminum inner primaries or within tin(stamped steel) primary covers. For the later aluminum primary models(1965-1984) two kits are now offered, one for kickstartapplications only, while the other is equipped with a starter ring gear for electric start models.Both models feature 34-tooth front & 49-tooth rear pulley combinations. The earlier tin primary models(1936-1964) feature 33-tooth front & 49-tooth rear pulleys and aresold for either early tapered shaft(1936-1954) or splined shaft(1955-1964) applications. Installation is simple following Rivera Primo?s instruction booklet. 2015-0002 Fits 1937-1954 4-Speeds w/Tin Primary & OEM-Style Dry Clutch $ 638.33 Kickstart Models / 33-Tooth Front & 49-Tooth Rear Pulleys 2015-0003 Fits 1955-1964 4-Speeds w/Tin Primary & OEM-Style Dry Clutch $ 572.87 Kickstart Models / 33-Tooth Front & 49-Tooth Rear Pulleys 2015-0004 Fits 1965-1984 4-Speeds w/Aluminum Primary & OEM-Style Dry Clutch $ 572.87 Kickstart Models / 34-Tooth Front & 49-Tooth Rear Pulleys 2015-0005 Fits 1965-1984 4-Speeds w/Aluminum Primary & OEM-Style Dry Clutch $ 680.62 Electric Start Models / 34-Tooth Front & 49-Tooth Rear Pulleys For these & other fine products contact: RENTALS AVAILABLE FOR 105TH– June 6, 2008 ? Milwaukee ? Now enthusiasts can rent a Harley‐Davidson motorcycle onsite at the legendary Milwaukee Harley‐Davidson dealership. Street Eagle Milwaukee at Milwaukee Harley‐Davidson is a Harley rental business, located at 11310 W. Silver Spring Drive and is open seven days a week; business hours are: 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Monday through Friday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday and 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Sunday. Contact Street Eagle Milwaukee by calling 414‐438‐7433 or online at www.streeteaglemilwaukee.com. ?Street Eagle Milwaukee now offers enthusiasts from around the country and throughout the world, who come to Milwaukee to experience the Harley‐Davidson Museum and the home of the Motor Company, an affordable option to get out on two wheels during their stay, as well as gives local riders the opportunity to enjoy all the great riding our area has to offer. We provide casual riders the opportunity to get out for a ride without the full commitment of ownership,? says Michael Short, president, Street Eagle Milwaukee. ?We see this as the perfect time to launch our new business as Milwaukee is positioned to become a true destination for Harley riders with the opening of the museum in July.? Customers interested in renting bikes will need to provide a valid motorcycle license and demonstrate Harley‐Davidson motorcycle riding proficiency. There is no mileage limit; rented bikes do need to stay in the United States. ?Mike?s new business venture is another sign of the great things that are beginning to happen in Milwaukee because of the new Harley‐Davidson Museum,? commented Chaz Hastings, co‐ owner, Milwaukee Harley‐Davidson. ?As the only Harley‐Davidson dealer that can call Milwaukee home, we are thrilled to now be able to offer motorcycle rentals through Street Eagle Milwaukee.? ?We are getting calls from riders from around the world wanting to become Street Eagle Milwaukee customers. With the Harley 105th Anniversary, the museum opening this summer and Milwaukee?s great reputation for being ?biker friendly? we look forward to helping make our customers? dreams come true by putting them on late model well‐maintained Harley‐ Davidson motorcycles,? says Chad Cervenka Short, general manager, Street Eagle Milwaukee. Adjure Headlamp Assemblies–Great looks and a brighter more focused beam make these DOT compliant lamps a ?must have up-grade.? Featuring a clear glass lens and an H-4 bulb, this lamp simply gives you a clearer view both at a distance and to the side. Clearly Adjure has the right idea for bright ideas. Available in three sizes: 7?, 5 ?”, & 4 ?” , and four designs. Iron Cross headlamp with skull bulb cover, Iron Cross ?ICE? headlamp with chrome bulb cover, Diamond Cut chrome tri-bar and black dot and Wave Cut chrome tri-bar and blue dot. Suggested retail $69.99 ? $109.99
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INCREDIBLE BIKERNET STAFF SURVIVED THE NEWS ONCE MORE–I’m posting the notorious Rogue story tomorrow. The guys is 70, rides 30,000 miles a year and New England Cops are still after him and he’s lived in Florida for a decade. He makes a strong impression. Two years ago I sat at a banquet table to watch the V-Twin presentations and mind my own business. Rogue showed up with a fifth of Jack and the night went to hell.
Tomorrow we’re shipping the seat trophy to Shirley. Finally she’s cleared and ready for UPS. Wait till you see the next wild metal art crap we created. Oh, and we ordered a case of 5-Balls for Sturgis trophies.
Next week we’ll deliver a Storz Performance Sportster conversions tech, another feature from Mr. Linney, our Indian saga and a brief tech on this wild Nash Kicker system. It’s extremely well built and cool.
I would also like to wrap up another feature on our Root Beer project bike for the lovely Nyla. It’s gonna be a very cool bobber and featured at several Sturgis Shows including the Bikernet Brouhaha on Friday. This won’t be any run-of-the-mill show. Hang on for more reports on Bikernet. In the meantime let’s ride. There’s already info surfacing that more folks are riding motorcycles because of the gas prices.
Ride Forever,
–Bandit
