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SATURDAY DECEMBER 22, 2007DREW’S MOTORCYCLE SERVICEIS CLOSING ITS DOORS– It has been a GREAT 20 Year Ride!!!Yep, that is correct. After 20 years of serving Northwest Indiana’s Harley-Davidson motorcycle riding community my wife and I have decided it’s time to try something a bit different, starting with seeing a few of the back roads that I’ve been hearing so much about from all you riders out there. Heck, I may even get used to sleeping a bit later!! If this sounds like that dreaded word “retirement,” well all I can say is BRING IT ON!!
On a more serious note, I want to thank you for your continued support, patience, and patronage. You are why I got up each morning looking forward to the day, and why I continue to love motorcycles, motorcycle racing, and the motorcycle industry. Your stories of great rides and the people and places you have met and seen will stay with me always.
Now, before the rumor mill begins, please know that our decision is NOT brought on by ill health or ill will. Knock on wood, we are both still firing on all cylinders and hope to be doing so for a long time to come. It is simply that my wife has finally convinced me it?s time to kick-back while we are still healthy enough to enjoy it.
Thank you once again for the 20 wonderful years of support you have shown this business and my family. I hope we meet up with you on the road, at the racetrack, or at some motorcycling event.
Happy Trails and God Bless,
–Drew Gatewood & Family
DREW’S MOTORCYCLE SERVICE
1720 WOOD STREET
Chesterton, Indiana 46304
Tel/Fax 219-926-6715
email:drewsmcserv@verizon.net
RENEGADE’S AWESOME CHEYENNE–Over the last few years, Renegade has been riding on the cutting edge of custom wheel design and the new CHEYENNE is a prime example of their foresight and ingenuity. Nothing short of a rolling piece of art, the CHEYENNE is a real crowd stopper with its 3 dimensional cut and striking gothic appearance. As with all Renegade wheels, the CHEYENNE is precision machined from a single block of the highest grade billet aluminum. Each wheel is then polished to a mirror finish and dipped in brilliant, extremely durable show quality chrome.
All Wheels are shipped complete with applicable hubs and bearings and are available in diameters from 16″-23″ and widths from 2.25″ to 14″. Additionally, all Renegade custom wheels carry a Lifetime Structural Warrantee!
For complete details and interactive fitment chart, check out
5-BALL RACING PILOT VALERIE THOMPSON FEATURED ON HARLEY-DAVIDSON WEB SITE–Valerie grew up in Tacoma, Washington-a place of laid-back lifestyles. Shortly after acquiring her first motorcycle, she quickly developed an unquenchable appetite for forward motion. Valerie’s first drag-racing experience was on her 2000 Harley-Davidson Fat Boy in late 2005, and almost instantly, she was hooked. Valerie decided to pursue her passion for drag racing and took it to the next level on a Harley-Davidson V-Rod. Her determination, competitive nature and desire to learn from her motorcycle experiences pushed her through a steep learning curve.
She spent her rookie season in the ultra-competitive All Harley Drag Racing Association (AHDRA), racing in the Super Gas and V-Rod Destroyer class. Amongst 89 mostly-male teams, she finished 6th and 14th nationally, 3rd place Western Division Super Gas, and 4th place Western Division V-Rod Destroyer, capturing a win, three runner-up positions, a third place, and four quarter finals. On September 6, 2006, at the famed Bonneville Salt Flats, Valerie became a World Land Speed Record Holder in the American Motorcycle Association with a top speed of 145.647 miles per hour, riding a 120-inch Harley-Davidson Panhead built by Keith R. Ball of Bikernet.com and 5-Ball Racing.
KEVIN BAAS TO BUILD SMOKE-OUT TROPHIES–Check out my new bikeStock 1958 Duo-Glide. I Built the Bikernet Trophy. Billy Lane will be there. We’re going to rock.
BILLY LANE EVIDENCE TAINTED–Lawyers for motorcycle builder Billy Lane contend law enforcement authorities’ failure to refrigerate blood samples may have sparked bacterial growth that led to a false high blood-alcohol level reading against their client.
Attorney Gregory Eisenmenger has filed motions calling for the evidence to be thrown out because Lane – charged with DUI manslaughter in connection with a Sept. 4, 2006, crash that left a motorcyclist dead – did not consent to a Florida Highway Patrol blood draw at the hospital following the accident.
“Lane declined and then they took blood samples over his objection,” Eisenmenger said. “We’re saying that’s improper.”
Police say Lane, 37, had a blood-alcohol level of 0.19 – more than twice the legal limit – when he crossed a double yellow line on State Road A1A to pass several vehicles and struck 56-year-old Sebastian Inlet park ranger Gerald Morelock’s Yamaha mini-motorcycle head-on with his Dodge Ram pickup.
He faces up to 15 years in prison if convicted at his trial, expected to begin in early 2008. A pretrial conference hearing is scheduled before Circuit Judge Meryl Allawas for 9 a.m. Oct. 10.
Eisenmenger said he expects to ask for a continuance that day in order to schedule a full day for his motions to be heard.
Prosecutor Tom Brown said today the state is “confident in our evidence.”
Eisenmenger said FHP did not follow normal protocol when it transported Lane’s blood samples by mail to the Florida Department of Law Enforcement, leaving them unrefrigerated. The vials of blood then sat unrefrigerated in an FDLE locker until they were tested and mailed back.
The samples have not been refrigerated since then, Eisenmenger said.
“Normal protocol would be to take them from FHP immediately and drive them over,” he said, “(because if left unrefrigerated) they can deteriorate. And if there is some sort of contamination from outside air, you can get bacterial infection, which can essentially cause production of alcohol in the blood sample itself. Bacteria feed off the proteins and sugars in the blood and convert that to alcohol.”
Eisenmenger is also challenging the state’s testing protocols, which he said do not regulate the procedures and types of tests that may be used for blood alcohol analysis.
“There’s a complete absence of oversight . . . all of which goes back to the reliability of the testing process,” he said of the motion, which he said would be heard by the First District Court of Appeal in Tallahassee.
Eisenmenger is requesting that Allawas allow his expert witness, Largo toxicologist Lawrence Masten, to independently test the samples.
BY KEYONNA SUMMERS
FLORIDA TODAY
–from Rogue
DIA DE LOS MUERTOS IN LOS ANGELES–Gabriel brings you a show, in conjunction with Festival de la Gente. All happening on the 6th street bridge between Downtown L.A. and Boyle Heights!
Festival de la Gente features great live music all day and night, Food, lots of great arts and crafts! Get your sugar skulls, Muertos diaramas, and so much more! See fantastic larger than life paper mache figures, workshops for the kids, altar displays, lots of great vendors, and original art.
All against the picturesque Los Angeles downtown skyline!
2 days to choose from; Saturday, October 27 and Sunday, October 28. from the afternoon into the evening! Join us for one day or come for both!
Car registration info below. Spectator attendance is free!
See you there!
–Gabriel Baltierra
Dia de los Muertos Car Show
Z-MAN ESCAPES DEPARTURE BIKE WORKS, DELIVERS ART TO BIKERNET.COM–I’ve been gone from Departure for a while; concentrating on my musical andartistic endeavors, but still checkin’ out Bikernet every week for the latesthappenings in the world of TWO wheeled cool.
I’ve been going through the thousandsof photos I took while I was PR-ing over at DBW, and thought I’d start sendingya one or two now and then to add a little art to the place. Here’s one for theroad.
Bob Jones actually shot this photo during the Ghetto Blaster shoot, and Iadded some digital manipulation (not that kind, ya pervert) to really let thefreak flag fly.
I’m going to have a limited edition print of this for sale soon, so if anybody wants one, hit me up at znoevo@comcast.net.
BTW, I love the Assault Weapon…freakin’ incredible.
Keep It Greasy,
–Z
BUELL ANNOUNCED-NO OFF-ROAD MOTORCYCLES–The company had told dealers early this year it intended to produce an off-road bike, designed specifically for closed-course competition, within the next two years.
“Buell has made the business decision to focus resources on its street motorcycle business, including continued development of the XB line and the launch of the all new 1125R superbike platform,” said Buell President and Chief Operating Officer Jon Flickinger. “Buell customers and dealers have expressed incredible excitement for the new 1125R superbike and our entry into the mainstream sportbike market.”
“We designed the 1125R from the rider down,” said Erik Buell, Chairman and Chief Technical Officer at Buell Motorcycle Company. “The 1125R takes Buell to a new level of performance, while continuing to embrace the fundamental Buell principles of performance motorcycle design and offering a great sport motorcycle riding experience.”
http://www.buell.com>www.buell.com
NEIL RYAN ANNOUNCES SHOW DATES–The Arlen Ness Bike Show, which debuted last year, once again returns to the McEnery Convention Center in San Jose, California, over the weekend of 26-27 January 2008.
The Donnie Smith Invitational Bike Show will be held over the weekend of 29-30 March at the River Center, St. Paul, Minneapolis, and is being billed as the biggest show in the Midwest.
The Arlen Ness event will feature a Pro Class and 42 bike categories and will have 25,000 sq.ft. of vendor and swap meet space on offer.
Builders already confirmed to be at the 21st Annual Donnie Smith Invitational Bike Show include Brian Klock, Keith Terry, Scott Webster, Dave Withrow, Dave Perewitz, Crazy John Markwald, John Kosmoski and Mike Cole, with more to be announced.
The 3rd Annual Donnie Smith “Rochester” Invitational Bike Show will take place on Sunday 17 February at the Mayo Civic Center, Rochester, Minneapolis.
NEW ULYSSES TRAVEL LUGGAGE FROM BUELL ACCESSORIES–MILWAUKEE (September 28, 2007) – Buell Accessories introduces three new pieces of soft luggage designed specifically for use with 2006-later Buell XB12X Ulysses models.
The new Top Case Interior Luggage (P/N 53607-08Y, $39.95) and Side Case Interior Luggage (P/N 91825-08Y, $79.95) are soft-sided nylon pieces designed to fit perfectly within the optional rigid Ulysses Top Case and Side Cases. Each features a large front pocket with built-in storage organizer, a shoulder strap and carry handle for easy transport off the bike, and the Buell logo in durable injected-molded PVC plastic.
The new Triple Tail Backpack (P/N 97020-08Y, $99.95) is designed to fit securely over the Ulysses Triple Tail pad as a storage bag that doubles as a backpack. Easy to remove and transport, the Triple Tail Backpack has a padded laptop pocket with secure strap for toting a computer. The padded shoulder straps are concealed behind a zippered panel, and there’s also a carry handle on top of the pack. Reflective trim increases night-time visibility, and a rain cover is included.
For additional information on Buell Accessories, see your local Buell dealer or visit the Buell website at www.buell.com. To find a dealer near you, call toll free 1-800-443-2153 in the U.S.A. or Canada.
BIKERNET, LUCKY DEVIL, SUCKER PUNCH SALLY PROJECT BOBBER FOR IRAQI VETERAN–The bike is coming together. After getting the sheetmetal back from Custom Design Studios, we are frantically rushing around trying to get the final components together before we start final assembly.
Kent, The Devil here in Houston , has a couple of small projects to complete on the bike such as rear caliper mounting bracket and a seat bracket. Whatever we have left is looking to be completed in the next 24 hours.
I plan on disassembly this Friday, October 5th, so we can prep the frame for paint. Monday we will begin final assembly and hope to have a running motorcycle by Friday, the 12th.
SPS is coming to town to drag the bike to Biktoberfest is Daytona, Florida, for the presentation to my brother on October 20th at 3pm, at the Hard Rock.
This is the final push in my year-long crusade to say thanks to my veteran brother for his service to our country. His ETS date from the Army is Oct. 19, and he is packing all his shit into a Malibu, renting a U-Haul, and hauling ass to Daytona to recover his bike. At this time, he thinks he’s getting a roller with a custom paintjob. He has no idea he’s getting a full bike. Wish me luck.
EASYRIDERS BIKE SHOW TOUR, THE LARGEST IN THE NATION, SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES–Nobody takes care of show sponsors like John Green and the Easyriders crew. The shows run all over the nation, bikes are featured in the mags, the girls are hot and the beer is cold.
What else do you want? I know, I’ve sponsored events and the promoter forgot to hang my banners after I plugged their event for a year. These guys take care of their sponsors. If interested give John Green a call at (386) 405-2439 or check their web site.
BIKERNET HITS THE COVER OF THUNDER PRESS–You guys got a paragraph and a photo on page 14 of this month’s Thunder press. The Assalt Weapan looks great. Congratulations. Shit, you also made the cover.
–PJ
CHOPPAHEAD AND ROLAND SANDS DVDS AVAILABLE– We’re distributing both films so here’s a link for people to purchase them.
Choppahead proudly presents “Chopper Animals & Mayhem Machines Vol. 2 – Another Inside Look into the World of Underground Choppers & Kustom Kulture.” __If you haven’t seen volume 1, you might be asking yourself – “What the hell is this DVD series, anyhow?”
Well, take a chopper documentary, an old skateboard video, and an episode of jackass – smash them together and there you have it….__Like its predecessor, this DVD pays homage to the true essence of Kustom Kulture – the home builder and the underground chopper scene. You’ll get an inside look into the madness, ingenuity, debauchery, and shenanigans that surrounds this world! __* Over 20 profiles on home chopper and kustom cycle builders from across the country_*Profiles on kustom shops from New Hampshire, New York, Texas, and Japan!_*
Show and event footage from across the globe (Mooneyes Japan, Smokey Mountain Smokeout East & West)_* An inside look at the goings-on at Choppahead Kustoms_* Mucho jackassery to tie it all together__”A rather splendid film – with lots of really really nice motorbikes, cheers!” –DicE Magazine (London/Los Angeles)
http://www.choppertown.net/store
–Zack
TORIAN CHOPPER LEATHERS NOW IN THE BLACK MARKET– Bandit has been working overtime and has made available in the Black Market a new line of old-skool kool leather jackets from Torian Chopper Leathers that are made for hard-riding guys and gals.
The Torian Chopper Leathers apparel line is designed to accommodate all the gadgets and stash that bikers carry with them. Each jacket is made from the finest naked cowhide for a supple feel and quality that provides years of protection while maintaining its good looks.
“This is now my favorite riding jacket, stated Bandit. “It felt comfortable and worn-in the first day I threw it on! We’re road testing a Torrian vest to the Smoke Out West.”
Checkout all the latest Torian Chopper Leathers outstanding old-skool kool jackets.
Good looks, great quality, Bandit approved Torian Chopper Leathers delivers!
REDNECK ENGINEERING SOLID MOUNT BAGGER ON THE SALT–Nickname of this bike is “Flat Out” Ridden to the salt unassisted 2400 miles, raced 132.253mph, rode it home 2200 miles. Who says you can’t look good and use it.
BIKETOBERFEST 2007 JUST AROUND THE CORNER–Biketoberfest 2007,October 18-21,Daytona Beach, Florida. Hey it is coming up fast and we will be bringing you info. on what’s going on shortly.There is usually plenty of activity in the surrounding areas the weekend before also.
–from Rogue
REPORT ON BIKERNET SHIPMENTS–One Monday morning the UPS man is driving the neighborhood on his usualroute. As he approaches one of the homes he noticed that both cars werestill in the driveway. His wonder was cut short by Bob, the homeowner,coming out with a load of empty beer and liquor bottles.
“Wow, Bob, looks like you guys had one hell of a party last night,” theUPS man comments.
Bob, in obvious pain, replies, “Actually we had it Saturday night. This isthe first I have felt like moving since 4:00 am Sunday morning. We hadabout fifteen couples from around the neighborhood over for some weekendfun and it got a bit wild. Hell, we all got so drunk around midnight thatwe started playing ‘WHO AM I?'”
The UPS man thinks a moment and says, “How do you play ‘WHO AM I?'”
“Well, all the guys go in the bedroom and we come out one at a time with asheet covering us, with only our ‘privates’ showing through a hole in thesheet. Then the women try to guess who it is.”
The UPS man laughs and says, “Damn, I’m sorry I missed that.”
“Probably a good thing you did,” Bob responded. “Your name came up seventimes…”
–from James Schnarr
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