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GUILTY CUSTOMS ANNOUNCES SQUARE TUBE GIRDER– Eager to offer an alternative to ?run of the mill? or ?foreign made? motorcycle products, Guilty Customs has released their newest product. The Guilty ?Square Tube Girder Front End?.
Timeless styling. Legendary Strength. Awesome Performance. Whether you?re looking for something better and/or different than the same old glides, look no further. These girders are state-of-the-art precision built with triangular design, TIG welding and square chrome-moly tubing (along with proper mating of parts) which all adds up to benefits no other current front end can match. Weighing only 29lbs, these custom built girders are ready to bolt right on your current or next custom build.
?You can style a front end to look just about anyway you want it, but, if you want something that looks good, works properly and will last, look no further than this newest product from us?, say?s Carl (CJ) Hanlon, owner of Guilty Customs of Florida. This front end from Guilty Customs in collaboration with Paul Durfee uses a triangular structure and state of the art material which gives it the ability to withstand 58,000 pounds of compression strength.
“Guilty Customs passion for providing to the riding community a dependable and unique motorcycle parts is the reason for the release of this unique front end that harkens back to the earlier years of this industry. The unique styling, superior handling characteristics and superior grade materials make this girder not only of interest to those nostalgia fans, but will also gain the attention of builders interested in producing truly unique motorcycles,? says CJ Hanlon.
In keeping with the level of customization needed by today?s builders, the Guilty Square Tube Girder Front End, can be built to fit the needs and wants of the individual builder from 4? under to 12? over stock. The base price is $1795.00. Powder-Coating and or chroming available upon request.
Guilty Customs, LLC (www.guiltycustoms.com) is a custom motorcycle and parts company that is quickly establishing itself in the industry by bringing to the general public and custom motorcycle builders, innovative and affordable American made parts and custom motorcycles.
BIKERNET 2008 SEAT TROPHY FINDS PLACE OF HONOR–Never thought I’d see the day when a bunch of rusty nails would take pride of place on my mantelpiece, but there you go! I love my trophy!
The t-shirt was a little big tho, so I’m hitting the donut store til it fits!!!
–Shirl
Supreme Court Throws Out Handgun Ban– WASHINGTON (June 26) — The Supreme Court ruled Thursday that Americans have a right to own guns for self-defense and hunting, the justices’ first major pronouncement on gun rights in U.S. history.
The court’s 5-4 ruling struck down the District of Columbia’s 32-year-old ban on handguns as incompatible with gun rights under the Second Amendment. The decision went further than even the Bush administration wanted, but probably leaves most firearms laws intact.
Landmark Decision
In a 5-4 decision, The Supreme Court ruled that the Washington, D.C., ban on handguns is unconstitutional. The court hadn’t conclusively interpreted the Second Amendment since its ratification in 1791. Here, gun rights advocates react to the ruling outside the court Thursday.
The court had not conclusively interpreted the Second Amendment since its ratification in 1791. The amendment reads: “A well regulated militia, being necessary to the security of a free state, the right of the people to keep and bear arms, shall not be infringed.”
The basic issue for the justices was whether the amendment protects an individual’s right to own guns no matter what, or whether that right is somehow tied to service in a state militia.
Writing for the majority, Justice Antonin Scalia said that an individual right to bear arms is supported by “the historical narrative” both before and after the Second Amendment was adopted.
The Constitution does not permit “the absolute prohibition of handguns held and used for self-defense in the home,” Scalia said. The court also struck down Washington’s requirement that firearms be equipped with trigger locks or kept disassembled, but left intact the licensing of guns.
Gun rights supporters hailed the decision. “I consider this the opening salvo in a step-by-step process of providing relief for law-abiding Americans everywhere that have been deprived of this freedom,” said Wayne LaPierre, executive vice president of the National Rifle Association.
The NRA will file lawsuits in San Francisco, Chicago and several of its suburbs challenging handgun restrictions there based on Thursday’s outcome. Forty-four state constitutions contain some form of gun rights, which are not affected by the court’s consideration of Washington’s restrictions.
The case is District of Columbia v. Heller, 07-290.
STURGIS MOTORCYCLE MUSEUM & HALL OF FAME ANNOUNCES CHARTER MEMBER OPPORTUNITY—JUNE, 2008 – – For the first time in its history, the Sturgis Motorcycle Museum & Hall of Fame is offering memberships to its supporters. The memberships will come with museum benefits not available to anyone else and – more importantly ? will provide the museum with operational funding to continue to improve the museum and hall of fame.
Charter membership is available for a $35 annual fee. For that, members will receive an exclusive charter member patch, free admission to the museum, a 10% discount at the gift shop, a quarterly newsletter, membership card, members only area at the rally and invitations to members-only events. Lifetime memberships can also be purchased for $500, entitling the holder to an additional ?Life Member? chevron along with their membership patch, a 20% discount at the gift shop, all of the other benefits available to annual members plus an exclusive denim jacket.
Membership fees paid to the museum will allow the museum to work on improving exhibits, developing a permanent collection, increasing awareness, and meeting other goals set by the museum?s board. Dave Davis, chair of the Museum?s Membership Committee said, ?We?re very excited about this new membership program. Not only does it provide a way for the museum to raise funds to move to the next level, but it offers individuals a simple way to show support for the museum and hall of fame, and provides a great way to preserve the history of the Rally for future generations.?
Membership can be purchased at the Sturgis Motorcycle Museum & Hall of Fame or online at www.sturgismuseum.com.
For more information, contact Christine Paige Diers, Executive Director at 605-347-2001
HARDCORE KUSTOMS FINISHED A FEW NEW BIKES– We are also getting ready to paint the Virago sidecar project which is going to be present on every bike show at the Sturgis Rally. There’s advertising space available on it.
Also, we are putting together the 1st. annual Mojave Hardcore Run. It’s a 1400 Mile Run starting in Denver,Co with stops in San Diego( Bike & Hot Rod show), Bakersfield (Hot Rod Reunion) and Las Vegas.
This event is open to all bikes and Hot Rods.The official dates and info will be up on the website soon. http://www.svenmeisterhardcorekustoms.com/events.htmWe will shoot a Documentary DVD and tons of pictures will be available too. And of course we are looking for sponsors!
— The SHK Team
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HIMALAYS RUN BOOK PUBLISHED–Bibliphile South Asia have announced the release of their new book titled ONE LIFE TO RIDE by first time author Ajit Harisinghani. The 224 page paperback (Rs.195) is based on the author’s solo motorcycle journey to the high Himalayas.
This is a delightful book. A refreshing and lively read. Funny, often hilarious, it is full of unexpected situations, filled with adventure that should take the general reader and the intrepid traveller on an exciting tour of the Himalayas. Completely captivating.
–Brig. (Retd.) Vivek Sapatnekar, VSM *
Now here?s a brilliantly talented writer who, with no great prior preparedness, has the guts & gumption to bike across from one end of the country to the other, ready to deal with situations as they emerge and tell us things we rarely hear about this wonderful land called India.
One Life to Ride is a marvellous book. I haven?t read anything better in long, long time.
— K.D. Krishnanand, Literary Critic, California
NEW FATBOB MOTOCYCLES RIG REVEALED ON BIKERNET– truck was done by the famous Tom Wojahn. The cart is an EZ GO . The sled is a ’53 pan FATBOBBER, I built it for a cat in Milwaukee, going to ride it to the 105, if your Trash you will be in Davenport, and if you are rubbish, I guess Milwaulee is the one.
Your Bonneville tranny will be in my hands Sat, I will send pics for a Belle update, I will send a copy of the toon, with the receipt from Ed at Morries Place.
–Fatbob
JULY 12 – CHRISTMAS IN JULY TOY RUN — Sponsored by Full Throttle Magazine and Brandon Old Town Harley-Davidson. Donation will be $10 and a new unwrapped toy. This run benefits St. Josephs Children’s Hospital. Registration starts at 9am with kickstands up at 12 noon. The After Party will be at Gulf Coast Harley-Davidson on S.R. 54. There will be free food while it lasts and everyone has a chance to win a free $500 shopping spree gift certificate. For info call 813-814-1424 or e-mail tonyc@fullthrottleusa.com BLUE SECTION (S. FL)JUNE 28 – ABATE FLORIDA INC. PALM BEACH CHAPTER FREEDOM RIGHTS RALLY — 5 PM to 10 PM The Ugly Mug Bar & Grill 5065 W. Atlantic Ave. (just west of Military Trail) Delray Beach FL. 33484 561-498-0634 All New Staff Servin’ up…. Great Food – Special Event Beverage Prices from 5:00 PM – 10:00 PM. Live Music by Cold Iron A Premiere Southern Rock Band – Slow Ride & Weenie Bite Contest MC’ed by “Iron Eagle Jeff” 50/50 Drawings – Door Prizes – Vendors & More!!!! ABATE Palm Beach Chapter Membership & Safety Information Available, Stop By Our Booth All Motorcyclists Are Invited to Come Out and Join Us for a Great Time, Rain or Shine! For More info call: Lady Di 561-346 7124 sweetbin2@aol.com Donation: $3.00 Singles $5.00 Couples (All Donations to ABATE are not deductible for Federal Tax purposes) No Guns, Drugs or Attitudes ABATE of Florida, Inc. Does Not Condone Drinking and Driving ROCK AND ROLL HALL OF FAMER JOHN FOGERTY AND LARRY THE CABLE GUY TO HEADLINE ROCK?N THE RALLY LINEUP AT 68th ANNUAL STURGIS BIKE WEEK–Three-day Concert Series Includes Headliners Kenny Chesney and KISS. STURGIS, S.D. ?Jun. 24, 2008? Today Rock?n the Rally organizers announced the final headliners for its three-day concert series at Sturgis Bike Week. Currently on his ?Revival? tour, rock legend John Fogerty will take the Glencoe Amphitheater stage on Tues., Aug. 5th for a night of authentic American roots rock. That same night America?s favorite every man, Larry The Cable Guy, will perform his blue-collar comedy for which he?s known. Fogerty and Larry The Cable Guy join Rock?n the Rally?s diverse lineup of heavy-hitters including Kenny Chesney and KISS. Recognized as one of the biggest and best bike rallies in the world, Sturgis Bike Week will celebrate its 68th year this August 4-10, 2008. John Fogerty?s contribution to popular culture cannot be overstated; his songs have become part of rock?s DNA, the very building blocks upon which much of American rock and roll has been built. As the writer of such rock classics as ?Proud Mary,? ?Centerfield,? ?Bad Moon Rising,? ?Rockin? All Over the World,? ?Born on the Bayou? and ?Fortunate Son,? Fogerty has established a reputation for his ability to write iconic songs and in 2005 was inducted into the prestigious Songwriters Hall of Fame. In 2007 Fogerty released the deeply personal ?Revival,? which was nominated for a Grammy Award in the 2008 Rock Album category. Rolling Stone writes, ?…Fogerty?s documentary roots rock was always rebel music, a counterculture of factory-floor politics via Hank Williams and Dale Hawkins. ?Revival? is no rerun. It is Fogerty getting back to work.? ?John Fogerty is an amazing addition to the Rock?n the Rally lineup,? said Rock?n the Rally organizer and Rozone Productions CEO, David Rosen. ?His music evokes an authenticity and rebellious American spirit that will resonate with Sturgis fans.? Larry The Cable Guy will perform his ?just-telling-it-like-it-is? unapologetic, politically incorrect comedy act. Larry is a platinum-selling recording artist and Grammy nominee. He most recently starred in Witless Protection and prior to Witless Protection, Larry starred in the films Delta Farce and Larry the Cable Guy: Health Inspector. He was also the voice of Mater in the Golden Globe-winning animated, feature film Cars from Disney/Pixar. In addition he was part of the highly successful concert Blue Collar Comedy Tour. The tour?s success led to three Blue Collar Comedy Tour movies and a television show. Currently, Larry is preparing to film his second Christmas Special, which will air on CMT this November. Said Error! Contact not defined., ?Adding comedy to the Rock?n the Rally lineup is a bit of a departure for what?s been a historically pure music experience, but Larry The Cable Guy isn?t just any comedian. Behind the thick accent and blue collar exterior is spot-on, hilarious commentary about everyday life that most can relate to.? The Mission Mountain Wood Band will open the night with their blue-grass and rock sounds that have made them legendary in the western states and the upper Midwest. Tickets to Rock?n the Rally?s Kenny Chesney, John Fogerty, Larry The Cable Guy and KISS shows at Bike Week in Sturgis, S.D. are available at www.startickets.com/sturgis or 1-800-345-9213. Glencoe camping information and additional lineup announcements may be found at Rock?n the Rally?s website: www.rockntherally.com. KUSTOM KOLORS RELEASES NEW CATALOG– Kustom Kolors Is proud to announce the release of our new catalog! This has been in the works for about a year. After never ending catalog requests, we have got it done! Should have the copies in hand soon! You asked for and we delivered! If you’re interested in gettin’ your hands on a copy of this bad boy, give a holler and we’ll steer you in the right direction~ We would also like to announce that the S&S 50th anniversary bike build off voting is available online. We at Kustom Kolors were contacted by builder David Anthony earlier this spring about using the Simplified air Suspension (SAS) on his project….We talked a few times, but nothing ever came of it….You can check out Davids’ build along with other like Scott Long, and sponsor partner here at BIKERNET.com SUCKER PUNCH SALLYS’ entries at http://www.SScycle50th.com/builders/blist.php Be sure to check these guys out and vote early and vote often!! Great job to all the builders! On another note…we have to apologize….we recently tried an advertising deal on our Kustom Kolors web site. Needless to say…it was a huge thumbs down from our customers. After numerous complaints, we have removed the ads~Sorry for our lapse in judgement! This week, we are going to feature our Carbon Fiber helmets….They have been selling really well lately. We would like to offer the readers of BIKERNET.COM a 10% discount! Please stop by and check us out! Ride safe~ BIKERNET BONNEVILLE BOOK PACKAGE HITS READER’S DOOR–When I got home I saw this package that was sent from Bikernet was at my door!! Hmm, wa-sup wit dis shit. Well, I finally got the courage to open it. That is after I put on my welding helmet and gloves. Just in case it was something hot or worse yet, explosive! Shit man, I had no clue what I was about to get into here. So very carefully I pull open the package. No explosion, smoke or gas!!! Astonished and dumbfounded I pulled out this book. “How To Build A Bonneville Salt Flats Motorcycle” written by Keith R. Ball, the “Jack London” of motorcycle mayhem book fame. How cool is this. Couldn’t put it down. Hell my dinner was getting cold, but I kept on reading on. Very good reading with great pictures. Great info all how it all came about. –Pablo P.S. KRB you were very gracious in mentioning my B.S. in the book. Many thanks. Wish I could have been more a part of it and been there with you all of you. — Job well done. D&D?s SUPER BOSS SLIP-ON GETS 48.5 MPG–New Super Boss Slip-On Exhaust Pipes From D&DExhaust pipe manufacturer D&D saw a need to improve performance and economy in a package that is economical for the Harley rider. The results are in? 6.3 mph and 10 HP increase over stock. D&D’s Test Program D&D mapped out a 106 mile test that consisted of the same route, same gas station, same pump, with the motorbike set on cruise at 70mph. The stock results were 42.24 mpg; stock air cleaner w/Super Boss Slip-ons delivered 47.24 mpg; and Super Boss Slip-ons with Screamin? Eagle air cleaner delivered 48.5 mpg! In another independent test we sent a set of Super Boss pipes to Tilleys H-D in North Carolina and they produced dyno results of an increase of 10 HP and 10 Torque with the Super Boss Slip-ons and Screamin? Eagle air cleaner. D&D is building some of the most advanced exhaust systems that increase performance, improve economy and deliver value to your billfold. Click here to see more from D&D. Lowering The Performance Entry Point If you have a 2008 fuel injected Bagger then performance is a big issue for you. Dave Rash, The Pope of Pipe, delivered a bolt-on solution that produces power, torque and economy right out of the box without a tuner. Just add the slip-on and high-flow air kit and you are good to go. Start Building Power Today Are you looking to improve the performance of your fuel injected bagger today? Then call on the pros at D&D to pump up the power. Dial 817-834-8961 to get all the details. 
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