Hey,
Hope you had a terrific Turkey Day. Mine was fantastic. Terrific food and I saw my son for the first time in a couple of years. He’s buffed, strong, tough and working hard at Classic Tattoo in Fullerton.
Life is a strange place. We know that no matter what, attitude is everything. You can be richer than Trump and feel like shit. You can be as poor as a church mouse and feel on top of the world. That’s just the way it goes.
I choose to be on top of the world, no matter what my bank account says. So let’s party. I’m looking forward to 2007. On the other hand, I wish I could loose a few pounds. I’m trying to workout 5 days a week, but it doesn’t help. Let’s hit the news:
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These puppies are amazing and we’ll run them on our 2007 Bonneville “World’s Fastest Panhead.”
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My last conversation with the manufacture , indicated that Michigan engineers will deliver rotors, carriers, brake pads and buttons to Las Vegas on Thursday the 30th for the Big Twin Show at Mandalay Bay. After contacting Paul at Dynamic Choppers (701) 367- 6543 , we can do a change out and tech Friday during the show. To be firmed up . Any chance of a Bikernet crew coverage .. Good or bad idea ???
The inventor , engineers etc. will be available for a thorough scrutinizing.
–Raycwheeler
THINGS YOU CAN ONLY SAY AT THANKSGIVING… and get away with!
1. Talk about a huge breast!
2. Tying the legs together keeps the inside moist.
3. It’s Cool Whip time!
4. If I don’t undo my pants, I’ll burst!
5. Whew, that’s one terrific spread!
6. I’m in the mood for a little dark meat.
7. Are you ready for seconds yet?
8. It’s a little dry, do you still want to eat it?
9. Just wait your turn, you’ll get some!
10. Don’t play with your meat.
11. Just spread the legs open and stuff it in.
12. Do you think you’ll be able to handle all these people at once?
13. I didn’t expect everyone to come at once!
14. You still have a little bit on your chin.
15. How long will it take after you stick it in?
16. You’ll know it’s ready when it pops up.
17. Wow, I didn’t think I could handle all of that!
18. That’s the biggest one I’ve ever seen!
19. How long do I beat it before it’s ready?
STOPPING FOR A RELIGIOUS MOMENT–Three men died on Christmas Eve and were met by Saint Peter at the pearly gates. “In honor of this holy season,” Saint Peter said, “you must each possess something that symbolizes Christmas to get into heaven.”
The first man fumbled through his pockets and pulled out a lighter. He flicked it on. It represents a candle, he said.
You may pass through the pearly gates Saint Peter said.
The second man reached into his pocket and pulled out a set of keys. He shook them and said, “They’re bells.”
Saint Peter said you may pass through the pearly gates.
The third man started searching desperately through his pockets and finally pulled out a pair of women’s panties. St. Peter looked at the man with a raised eyebrow and asked, “And just what do those symbolize?”
The man replied, “These are Carols.”
And So The Holiday Season Begins….
from Rick Baldwin
BIKERNET MEDICAL SCHOOL FINDINGS–One day an old lady went to the doctors because she had an itch in her crotch.
She told the doctor her problem and he said, “You have the crabs”.
She informed the doctor that it could not be the crabs because she was an eighty year old virgin.
She went to another doctor and explained her problem to him.
The doctor said, “You probably have the crabs”.
“No” she said, “I am an eighty year old virgin.”
Frustrated, she went to a third doctor. She said, “Doctor can you help me? I have an itch in my crotch. Don’t tell me that it is the crabs because I am an eighty-year-old virgin. It can not be the crabs.”
The doctor said, “Jump on the table and let’s have a look.”
After examining, the doctor proclaimed, “Ma’am, your right, you do not have the crabs.
This cherry is sooooo old, you have fruit flies.”
–from Chris T.
CLASSIC BIKE AND TATTOO SHOW IN QUEBEC, CANADA–Do you know about the Classic Bike & Tattoo Show ??? Of course, this is the unforgettabe exhibition with bikes and tattooing, an absolutely unique experience in Canada.
The 8th edition will be held on April 20-21-22 2007 at complex SportExpo MONTREAL,QUEBEC, CANADA. *More than 160 booths with everything you need about motorcycle customizing and accessories.
*More than 50 tattoo artists working live (on you if you want!), competition, prices to win *150 modified bikes exposed, competition, prices and trophees up to 15,000$
*EASTERN CANADIAN CHAMPIONSHIP OF CUSTOM BIKE BUILDING *Activities and shows all the weekend:
Bikini fashion show, tattoo convention, and many others especially, the most awaited bike show live on stage with the most beautiful modified bikes followed by a live band completely ROCK’N’ROLL.
We invite you to the event and feel this wild atmosphere. To learn more about the event, consult our web site http://www.prosproduction.com Hope to seeing you
–Pascal Richard
PROS Production
Classic Bike & Tattoo Show 2007
info (450) 477-9814
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LIFESTYLE CYCLES HAS A HUGE SELECTION OF PRE-OWNED HARLEY DAVIDSONS!
STARTING DEC. 1st: NEW WINTER HOURS
Monday through Friday: 9:00 am to 6:00 pm
Saturday: 9:00 am to 5:00 pm
CLOSED SUNDAY
RIDE NOW … PAY LATER!
HURRY! TIME IS RUNNING OUT!
NO DOWN PAYMENT*!
NO INTEREST FOR 6 MONTHS*!
NO PAYMENTS FOR 6 MONTHS*!
AND UP TO 108 MONTHS TO FINANCE*! (OAC)
NO KIDDING!!!!
DAVE ZIEN APPRECIATION BANQUET– Tony and I have decided to organize an appreciation banquet in Dave Zien’s honor. This will take place in lieu of the annual “Back n Forth” banquet.
As many of you know, Dave lost his bid for re-election to the state senate after 18 years of serving in public office. Dave has been a Champion of Biker’s rights for many years and his loss, is our loss.
This event will be held on January 20, 2007, at Capitol City Harley-Davidson (the private banquet room upstairs) from 6:00 – 9:00 pm. Past events we have had there include the Tommy Thompson Biker Ball, and Women in Motion banquet.
Dave served in the legislature since 1988 and sponsored and/or authored every piece of motorcycle legislation in our state while he was an assemblyman or senator. Besides the motorcycle community, Dave has served and helped veterans in numerous ways. He served in Viet Nam in the Marine Corps, and has always supported our troops.
We need to turn out in numbers to honor this man who has never said no to us. Tommy Thompson is hoping to attend this event (Dave convinced Tommy to ride, and then organized the first Governor’s Ride for Tommy).
I have received interest from around the country from important names in motorcycling. I expect at least 5 members of the Sturgis Hall of Fame to attend this event, along with national motorcycle media.
We will have a registration form up on Accident Scene Management web site by next week listed under EVENTS. This is an RSVP, prepaid ticket event only. There is a room capacity of about 220 people, on a first come, first served basis, so we need to have RSVP registrations to accommodate the caterer and guests.
Tickets are $50 per person. This includes the banquet and special presentations. Proceeds above the cost of administering this event will go directly to Dave. I will send another notice to you next week once the registration forms are up. I wanted to give you a heads up on this important and historical event, in order to give you an opportunity to register early.
If you cannot attend this event, please consider sending a contribution to Dave, in any amount, along with a personal note of thanks. We will read some of your notes at the banquet. I’m sure he will deeply appreciate this token of our admiration for his many years of serving the motorcycle community.
It’s important that we show him our support. There is a room block at the Wingate hotel that shares the parking lot with Capitol City until December 20th. Call (800) 510-3510 and ask for the Back & Forth Room block. Rooms are only $69.00! Stay tuned for exciting news and developments next week. Remember, this is a reserved registration event, and the cut off date will be around January 12th, so don’t wait too long and miss out.
Tony “Pan” Sanfelipo
Founder, ABATE of Wisconsin
Sturgis Freedom Fighters Hall of Fame member, 2002 & Vicki Roberts-Sanfelipo, RN/EMT
Director Accident Scene Management, Inc.
President of SOS & Conspicuity Inc.
400 Travis Lane #30
Waukesha, WI 53189
www.accidentscene.org
info@accidentscene.org
www.conspicuityinc.com
info@conspicuityinc.com
(877) 411-8551 – toll free
(262) 521-2880 – local
(262) 436-0286 – fax
BIKERNET BONNEVILLE 2007, “WORLD’S FASTEST PANHEAD PROJECT UPDATE–Barry Wardlaw of Accurate Engineering is building the new Crocker Motorcycle engines in addition to building our 120-inch Panhead heart for our motorcycle. “The engine I am building now is NOTHING like your street engine,” Barry said. “I’m really shooting for over 200 hp. Now that’s pressure. I have gathered a mountain of information and John (Andrews) is building the camshaft but he is also doing 4 other custom grinds and the Crocker cams, so I know that will take 5-6 weeks. I do however have your heads, the titanium valves, springs, etc…”
We are working on an article about Berry’s engines, his performance philosophies and guidelines for a 2007 Panhead motor. Hang on for that one.
–Bandit
THE BIKERNET NATION NEMISIS — US Senator Frank Lautenberg (D-NJ) sent a letter to all fifty governors praising the benefits of compulsory state helmet laws. Eighty-two-year-old Lautenberg is gearing up for a fifth Senate term in 2008 and appears ready to continue his efforts to mandate safety. While Lautenberg played down his sound defeat on the Senate floor last year following his call for a vote on a mandatory motorcycle helmet law amendment, he closed his recent letter suggesting similar legislation may be introduced in the US Senate in the near future.
The Motorcycle Riders Foundation (MRF), along with Garden State ABATE (ABATE of NJ) and the American Motorcyclist Association (AMA), arranged a meeting with Mr. Lautenberg’s DC office staff. The purpose of the meeting was to attempt to determine the Senator’s goals and focus the Senator’s staff on a comprehensive approach to motorcycle safety rather than simply mandating rider protective gear.
–from Rogue
Motorcycle Hall Of Fame Member 2005
www.bikerrogue.com
MCC & BCSC ANNOUNCE RPM – A NATIONAL MOTORCYCLE SYMPOSIUM– April 19-21, 2007, Whistler, BC Canada Richmond, BC and Toronto, ON Sep 15, 2006 The British Columbia Safety Council (BCSC) and the Motorcyclists Confederation of Canada (MCC) have partnered to host RPM – an annual National Motorcycle Symposium to be debuted in Whistler, BC, April 19, 20 & 21, 2007 (Thursday to Saturday). This groundbreaking event will address the challenges of Risk and Performance Management (RPM) for motorcyclists. Sharing information about the risks and solutions for the riding community is the goal of the symposium.
The three days of meetings, presentations and hands-on riding sessions will bring together motorcyclists, educators, road engineers, loss preventions experts, enforcement, journalists and other key people to exchange information and develop harm-reduction strategies.
Road crashes among all types of vehicles are one of our greatest public health challenges, resulting in more loss of life and disability for children, youth and young adults than all diseases combined! The fact is that almost all are totally preventable and yet most road users are inadequately prepared to deal with the situations that generate these incidents. Motorcycle crashes are even more tragic, as the motorcycle ironically has the best observation and collision-avoidance capability of any vehicle.
“This is the first time that all the key people will be together to address motorcycle riding issues in Canada,” says Bryan Lowes, Executive Director, BCSC. “Riding brings freedom for riders but that freedom is purchased with heightened skills, knowledge and attitude.”
“This event will be the first of what will be an annual, national event led by MCC & BCSC.” adds Peter Jacobs, MCC General Manager. “We will launch in BC, and then see it move around the country for subsequent events, with local participation and content.” “Canada has been a leader in many areas of motorcycling” says Peter Sheppard, Chair of the MCC, ‘including, for example, rider training. We all love riding, and this symposium will help make our riding environment better.”
Early sponsors for this event include the Insurance Corporation of British Columbia and Deeley Harley Davidson Canada.
Motorcyclists Confederation of Canada Website: http://www.motorcycling.ca
HAPPY THANKSGIVING BIKERNET WORLD– Even during the holidays, the Bikernet Cutural Department steps up to deliver an artistic moment and Whiplash always comes through.
Whiplash Biker Photog
soffordphotos@comcast.net
32 PAGANS ARRESTED IN DRUG ROUNDUP-RAID CULMINATED 18-MONTH INVESTIGATION– Thirty-two people have been named in a 160-count indictment detailing drug trafficking, racketeering and gang activity “by members of the Pagan Outlaw Motorcycle Gang,” the Delaware State Police said Tuesday. At least nine people were arrested Tuesday, and their homes searched by police. State police declined to comment about the specific charges or name those who had been arrested.
In a written statement, Delaware State Police spokeswoman Sgt. Melissa Zebley said the investigation involved state police, the Attorney General’s Office and Probation and Parole. Nine people were brought before a Superior Court commissioner Tuesday and given an arraignment date.
Appearing before Commissioner Michael P. Reynolds on charges of racketeering and gang participation were Joseph Ritchie, Kenneth McAbeney, James Jollie, Charles Campbell, Edmund J. Cole, Paul D. Fitzwater, Robert F. Fuller, Misael Mercado and William J. Pfitzenmeyer. Three of the nine were additionally charged with offenses including trafficking cocaine, possession with intent to deliver and maintaining a vehicle or dwelling for drugs.
Because the indictment, handed down Monday, remained sealed Tuesday, details of the crimes, the scope of the investigation and the roles of the defendants were not available from the court.
The U.S. Justice Department has long considered the Pagans Motorcycle Club an “outlaw motorcycle gang.” Zebley said Attorney General Carl C. Danberg and state police Col. Thomas F. MacLeish would discuss the indictment at a news conference today. “This has been an extensive 18-month investigation,” Danberg said. “There are arrests being made today and have been made today and more information regarding the investigation and the outcome will be available tomorrow.” Bail for those arrested Tuesday started at $220,000. Those charged with additional drug offenses were assigned higher bail amounts.
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GROUP WANTS GLOBAL ORGASM FOR PEACE– SAN FRANCISCO — Two peace activists have planned a massive anti-war demonstration for the first day of winter. But they don’t want you marching in the streets. They’d much rather you just stay home.
The
The stunt spawned a mini-movement called Baring Witness that led to similar unclothed demonstrations worldwide. The couple have studied evolutionary psychology and believe that war is mainly an outgrowth of men trying to impress potential mates, a case of “my missile is bigger than your missile,” as Reffell put it.
By promoting what they hope to be a synchronized global orgasm, they hope to get people to channel their sexual energy into something more positive. The couple said interest appears strong, with 26,000 hits a day to their
“The dream is to have everyone in the world (take part),” Reffell said. “And if that means laying down your gun for a few minutes, then hey, all the better.”
–from Rogue
FINAL TURKEY HOLIDAY THOUGHTS–Try to give some thanks more often and take the time to follow Buddah’s rule, “Rest and be kind-You have nothin’ to prove.” Last night Dr. Hamster rolled over and we discussed life and health. He pointed out how much we strain our minds and body compared to the rest of the animal kingdom. “They get up in the morning, eat, take a shit and rest,” The good doctor explained. “Sometime during the day, they run around and exercise, maybe chase a cat or bark at a passing motorists. Then they eat and sleep some more. There’s not an animal on earth that works 12 hours a day.”
It made me think, have another drink, and I worked to 11 last night. I’m still trying to figure it out. I’ll publish the Sunday Post today, post a couple more stories and work on the Salt Shaker. I’m negotiating with a book editor over my first Chance Novel and working on a couple of features for the Cantina. But maybe I should trade places with my dog, Tank?
We’ll see. Have a terrific week. We’re having a feast tonight to unload all the remaining turkey leftovers. We’ll feed ourselves an all the kids in the neighborhood.
Ride Forever,
–Bandit
