As you know by now, we’re going through changes and so am I. I’m sure I’m going to stumble from time to time, but we’re trying. I felt is was necessary to have a department for daily updates and reminders. This will give me and Mr. Way a place to share quick items and reminders about new Bikernet and Bandit’s Cantina content. Here’s the blast for Friday.
It’s CARB …It’s Always CARB
This week, the California Air Resources Board (CARB) announced the rescheduled date for a hearing regarding “On-Road Motorcycle Emission Standards and Test Procedures and Adoption of New On-Board Diagnostics and Zero-Emission Motorcycle Requirements.” As you may remember, the original hearing was planned for January 25, 2024 and was postponed less than a week before its scheduled date. The new hearing will be on Thursday, November 7, 2024.
The public hearing will focus on a plan requiring an increasing percentage of California on-road motorcycle sales to be zero-emission motorcycles (ZEM) beginning with the 2028 model year. The proposal aims to have half of all new on-road motorcycles sold be ZEM by 2035.
CARB requested public comments before the January hearing. Three dozen groups and individuals submitted formal comments on the proposed plan. Interestingly, despite the nearly 10-month delay in holding the hearing, the rescheduled hearing “Does not extend that 45-day public comment period. Comments submitted outside that comment period are considered untimely. CARB may, but is not required to, respond to untimely comments.”
The Motorcycle Riders Foundation submitted comments during the original public comment period. The MRF comments are viewable on the CARB website. The hearing will be open to the public, both in person and via ZOOM. Those in California can attend the event in person. We encourage all bikers who care about the future of the internal combustion engine and motorcycling to have their voices heard.
–MRF
Join the Motorcycle Riders Foundation at www.MRF.org
THE ONE AND ONLY—There’s only one company on the planet making cast custom Ball-Peen Hammers and throwing axes. That’s the Nash Motorcycle Company hiding in California.
Here’s the definition of the Ball-Peen Hammer from Wikipedia: A ball-peen or ball pein hammer, also known as a machinist’s hammer, is a type of peening hammer used in metalworking. It has two heads, one flat and the other, called the peen, rounded. It is distinguished from a cross-peen hammer, diagonal-peen hammer, point-peen hammer, or chisel-peen hammer by having a hemispherical peen.
The Nash group of Hammers and Axes was inspired by Taber Nash and Jason Mamoa. Hell, I hope to come up with the change to have them cast Brass 5-Ball Hammers next year.
As you probably know, the Ball-Peen hammers became the self-defense legal weapon of choice, something a brother could toss into the cab of a pickup or strap to the leg of his rigid frame without police scrutiny.
We are living in strange times as our government sees fit to allow our country to be illegally invaded by foreigners, while at the same time trying to limited our 2nd amendment rights to defend ourselves. Seems a tad unfair to me…
So, we’re fortunate to have Taber and Jason making quality Ball-Peen Hammers and throwing axes. And the Nash crew is offering a 15 percent discount to make our recession-era prices more comfortable. Here’s the deal:
–Bandit
The Knuckle Axe
The Knuckle Axe Nash Motorcycle Co. X Jason Momoa. The bigger brother to the Knuckle Chopper and a perfect size, 24” long. The Knuckle Axe has an American grown hickory handle topped with a 4 lb. stainless steel or bronze (Golden) head. Your choice of sheath.
Inspired by our mutual love for Harley’s first OHV motor, the iconic Knucklehead. First developed in 1936 this motor transcended the 2nd World War and developed a cult following from Harley enthusiasts and custom bike builders around the globe. The Knuckle Axe is also inspired by Jason’s passion for throwing hatchets, axes, and tomahawks. Cast in tool grade 420 Stainless Steel or Bronze with an antique finish and polished Knuckle nuts. Handmade and fitted with a hickory wood handle from the good ol’ U.S.A. This one of a kind axe is built to handle anything that comes its way. Hand stamped with Jason’s “On The Roam” logo as well as the Nash Motor Co. logo.
Choose from Black, Brown, or Natural leather sheath options (included in price of axe) . These sheaths come with special stamping
Specs: Weight -4 lbs. Length-24″ Hatchet head- 8″ long x 4.5″ blade length
You can order online at Nashmotorcycle.com
Tell ’em you came over from Bikernet.com. Bandit sent ya.
