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Family donates Arlen Ness bike to raise funds for kids with special needs– Craig Betz of California was a longtime motorcyclist and a new member of the international motorcycle group Hamsters, USA. Last fall, shortly after being inducted into the group at the 2008 Sturgis Rally, Betz lost his battle with cancer. His most beloved possession was arguably his custom Arlen Ness Speed Liner motorcycle, built by world-famous bike builder Arlen Ness.
As part of Craig?s legacy, his sister Cecily Betz donated his motorcycle as a fundraiser for the non-profit organization Children?s Care Hospital & School, which serves children with special healthcare and educational needs. Rapid City is located in the foothills of the Black Hills, just 30 miles from Sturgis.
Raffle tickets are available now for $25 at www.biketickets.com
The 2006 Arlen Ness Speed Liner has a 124? S&S motor and Baker 6- speed transmission. Hamsters, USA spokesman Grady Pfeiffer says the group is known for their big hearts when it comes to children. ?We are really pleased that Craig and Cecily chose to remember special kids through the Hamsters, USA organization and Children?s Care. This is a really nice testament to who Craig was.?
Children?s Care of Rapid City, served over 1200 children last year. It is affiliated with Children?s Care Hospital & School, based in Sioux Falls, SD . Children?s Care is a private, independent, non-profit organization with a mission to help children with special needs reach their best-possible potential. Funds raised through the raffle will provide physical, occupational, and speech therapies, plus special educational and psychological services. The organization as a whole served over 2600 children last year.
D&D DEALER PROGRAM CONTINUES TO EXPAND–Here’s the latest group of new D&D dealers for your performance exhaust needs. If you don’t see a dealer near you, check their web site for a full list of D&D dealers.
1) Twisted Wrench Motorworks 25419 Constitution Hwy Rhoadesville, VA 22542 540-854-8004
2) Motorcycle City 272 Albany Tpke Canton, CT 06019 860-693-3600
3) Crossroads H-D & Buell 1921 US Hwy 421 Wilkesboro,NC 28697 336-667-1003
4) Straightline Performance 7220 South Anthony Blvd Ft Wayne IN 46816 260-918-2237
5) Triumph of Palm Beach 12550 S. Military Trl # 8 Boynton Beach, FL 33436 561-638-8411
6) Cycle World Accessories 3104 Lovers Ln Kalamazoo, MI 49001 269-342-9253
7) Southern Motorsports Inc 3233 W Mercury Blvd Hampton, VA 23666 757-825-1862
8) Jackel Motorsports 3427 N Prospect St Colorado Springs, CO 80907 719-648-6520
9) Custom Performance 154 Cooper Rd # 1002 West Berlin,NJ 08091 856-753-9995
10) Pace Southern Cycles 3975 Hwy 90 Pace, FL 32571 850-994-8727
–Jennifer
–BIKERNET QUOTE OF THE WEEK–“Quality is never an accident; it is always the result of high intention, sincere effort, intelligent direction and skillful execution; it represents the wise choice of many alternatives.” (William A. Foster)
–from Nick Roberts
MotorMusic with Motoroadeo MMC and Chrome Cowgirl the BOOK,Spring 2009– Hello beautiful windbrothers and windsisters. Riding season is here for everyone. The snowbirds can rock that throttle now!
Welcome to the first newsletter of 2009. I decided to send it for St. Patrick’s Day because it’s such a big party day. Very cheerful and fun. Riding a motorcycle or tooling around in a hot rod is always cause for celebration too….
Yes, there’s been so many changes in the world of this writer and artist. Most of you know that I have relocated from NYC to Nashville, TN. Though, I still go home to NYC so I might as well have two homes! Who Said A City Girl Can’t B Country? eh?
The time has come upon us all to unite even tighter than ever and to be as innovative and resourceful as possible. This is a time for us to reach deep into our creative being and experiment, become like children and tap into the wonder of not having all the answers, so that we can be led to discover our inner strength and power in the face of adversity. We all have it in ourselves to rise up, to be true and spirited, to be there for one another, and to make lemon out of lemonade, open a stand and create a profit from our talents.
I would love to hear your stories about how your motorcycle is your motorvator during the most challenging moments of your lives. How does your motorcycle inspire you to live your dreams? Share with me the stories and if you allow me to do so, I’m going to post some of them in my newsletters and blogs because we all need to feel inspired. Email your stories to chromecowgirl@gmail.com
JIMS TWIN CAM 131″ BALANCED RACE ENGINE FOR LATE SOFTAIL MOTORCYCLES–Introducing the new JIMS 131 cubic inch race engine, previously availablefor early models, and now just released for Late Softail motorcycles. The131″ features the same stroke as the JIMS 120? at 4-1/2?, but carries alarger bore diameter of 4-5/16?.
JIMS R&D Team has added many new featuresto further enhance the performance of this engine. The first step was toincrease air intake into the 131? with CNC Ported Heads which were developedto flow air effortlessly.
Next, we upgraded the oil pump to the high flowdesign found in all current production Harley-Davidson Twin Cam Engines.Throw in a brand new JIMS Billet Cam Support Plate, which utilizes the newHarley-Davidson hydraulic cam chain tensioners, and finish it off with thelatest in high-performance tappets, JIMS ?Pressurized Oiling? PowerglideII˙.
As always, power delivery is as smooth off the bottom end as stock,with a wide powerband of roll-on punch. Combined, these enhancements takethe 131″ to a new level of performance and reliability unmatched in raceengines. JIMS 131″ Beta, the newest member of the now legendary JIMS TwinCam Race Engine family. All are available through authorizedHarley-Davidson dealerships. For more information contact your local H-Ddealer or visit our web-site at www.jimsusa.com
Wicked Biggest Loser Contest Announced–Motorcycle Industry Personnel Rally Around Healthier Living.
During Daytona Bike Week, Chris Callen of Cycle Source Magazine and Roadside Marty Of Willies Tropical Tattoo Show were on the topic of the need to lose the winter pounds. Well, as normally happens, one thing lead to another and they started a contest to see who could be in better shape by the end of this year’s riding season. Well, as long as these two are going to the mat in the name of good health, they decided to take it into the motorcycle media and see who else they could get involved with this contest. Here’s the outline of what’s going on:
Official starting weight, photo, age and current health conditions will be established in the first issue. From there they will give monthly updates as to their personal health, fitness level and diet as well as updated weight and picture. Through a monthly release in whatever print media and all blogs and motorcycle news Web sites will carry it, the progress of the Wicked Big Losers group will be tracked as they work their way towards better health. There will also be small bits of information from health and nutrition experts, fitness trainers and long time motorcycle personalities who practice good health like a religion.
But we need more big losers!
If you are or know anyone that could stand about six months of getting in shape, please contact us ASAP as we are in the process of launching this campaign.
Here is the first installment from Chris Callen.
Starting weight= 309 lbs. Average exercise hours in a week = 0 Health condition = Poor Age = 38
Since the magazine has gone to the national newsstands I have had very little time to take care of myself, hence the very large spare tire that has amassed around my midsection. (No I am not smuggling free Dunlops across state lines). Anyway, after many lectures from friends and family, and one time when Cyril Huze told me I’m not built for love, I am ready to get back in shape, for my health and appearance. Riding hard and partying like a nut is only okay if you prepare your body for the abuse of life on the road. I have not and it’s staring to take its toll. I look to lose about 80 pounds during this challenge, that was the weight I was at about five years ago when the magazine went to the regional newsstands and I started working 18 hour days. PS- Roadside, it’s on like Donkey Kong…. Beyatch!
BIKERNET’S SIN WU RELEASES BANDIT’S BANDANAS–Quick, the Bikernet Bandanas are here! Wrap your head, blow your nose, offer it to a lady or just fold it up and stick it in your pocket.
We offer two colors: Black with white trim or Orange with black & white trim.
We shopped around to find the softest cotton on planet so you can use your bandana with comfort, plus no stinkin? silk screening plastic to rub you wrong. Our pattern is dyed in to the 22? x 22? square adding elements of trouble; dice, cards, knife& tool and women.
Sold as a pair for perfect accessorizing.
Price will be $15.95 for both, including shipping. Available now in the Black Market.
IT’S MARGARITA TIME–I think, while pondering the list of projects for the weekend. We have the Saxon girl, a tech on the wild inspiration behind Talon kickstands, a story about Craig Murrow’s machine shop from Doc, a bike feature with a knockout blonde from Ethan Dean, and I’m working on another JIMS tool tech.
I need to disappear for another long weekend and finish the Chance book, then meet with Chris Kallas about the cover art. Where is that guy? There’s never a dull moment around the Bikernet Headquarters. The economy may be down, but the riders’ drive for Freedom and the creative spirit lives on.
Ride Forever,
–Bandit
