BIKERNET NEWS FINALE -RAFFLE BIKE FOR KIDS, D&D DEALER PROGRAM EXPANDS,

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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 drawing will be held at the Hamsters, USA annual banquet during the Sturgis Rally on August 3, 2009. The winner will be notified by phone, and the bike will be signed for the winner by Arlen Ness and his sons, Cory and Zack, also builders.

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 . Or call please call JIMS at 1-877-482-6913 .

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.

A tribute to St. Paddy’s Day.

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

BIKERNET PROJECT EXPLOSION NEWS–SUMMER IS COMING I CAN FEEL IT IN THE AIR

Hey,

Daytona bike week was tease, maybe. Something is in the air. I had a birthday this week, so what did I do to treat myself. I shut off the computer and used the entire day to work in the shop and catch up on the 5-Ball Factory Racer project. I made major progress. Hell, it’s almost t-shirt weather on the coast.

So, you’ll see a 5-Ball Racer report the first of next week, but that’s not all. Ken Conte just sent me his third Sucker Punch Sally rebuild episode. Plus Greg Friend, now the marketing manager of Saddleman sent me his second or third Big Twin Sportster project report. It’s all happening on Bikernet next week, in addition to a Girl of Bikernet brought to you by the folks at Saxon motorcycles. The Arizona babe posed in the desert sand on the latest Saxon inexpensive model.

I can sense the gods of summer sun taking the edge off, warming the garages and polishing tools. Time to get to work. Riding weather is on. Let’s hit the news:

Custom Chrome Europe Partners with Performance Machine for 2009 and Beyond– Bad Kreuznach, Germany ? Performance Machine has partnered with Custom Chrome Europe to bring their premiere line of motorcycle products to an expanded European customer base.

?A distributor like Custom Chrome Europe is an ideal fit for our plans,? said Mark Finnie, President of Performance Machine. This is part of a long-term partnership between Performance Machine and Custom Chrome Worldwide to bring new and existing products to the V-Twin aftermarket through innovative research & development. Future projects will become proprietary to Custom Chrome and Custom Chrome Europe and be marketed and distributed with the ?Made in the USA? stamp.

Ted Sands, National Sales Manager for Performance Machine, will be displaying their lines at the CCE 11th Annual Dealer Show in Mainz, Germany on March 28th and 29th, 2009. The show is the largest aftermarket dealer event for the European motorcycle industry and is host to over 350 dealers and the AMD European Championship of Custom Bike Building.

For more information on Performance Machine products being offered through Custom Chrome Europe go to www.custom-chrome-europe.com as well as visit www.customchrome.com for updates and release information on new products and designs being developed and released upon their completion in North America.

BIKERNET HOLLYWOOD GOSSIP COLUMNIST SPEAKS OUT–It’s true. Another Biker Build-off pilot is being produced as we speak. This time the contenders will be judged, according to inside sources, and Hugh “The Chopper King” is involved. But it’s not a Discovery show this go-around, but produced for the History Channel. So, who will be the judge? Arlen Ness has already sealed the deal, then they’re looking for someone from the media side, like a magazine editor or maybe the esteemed Bandit from Bikernet.

Yep, History Channel spies interviewed Bandit yesterday, but we could swear they were shaking their heads as they left the headquarters. Sin Wu reported thumbs down. We’ll bring you the latest on the new build-off series pilot as the dirt surfaces.–Sunset Blvd. Snake

SALTY PEASHOOTER UPDATE–Today I got the peashooter motors apart, Looks like a basic rebuild is all the overhead will need. Next is locating some parts.

–Tom

THE MAN CODE BEING REVEALED ONCE MORE– It is acceptable for you to drive her car. It is not acceptable for her to drive yours.

Thou shalt not buy a car in the colors of brown, pink, lime green, orange or sky blue.

The girl who replies to the question “What do you want for Christmas?” with “If you loved me, you’d know what I want!” gets an Xbox. End of story.

There is no reason for guys to watch Ice Skating or Men’s Gymnastics. Ever.

–from Buckshot

BIKERNET MEDICAL CENTER FAST FOOD FINDING BY DR. WEIL–4 Fast-Food No-Nos.Last week we discussed the best choices to make if you find that you have no alternative to eating fast food. This week, we cover four nutritional pitfalls to avoid when eating at a fast-food restaurant.

Opt out of cheese and condiments such as mayonnaise and tartar sauce which can add unnecessary (and unhealthy) calories and fat. Use mustard or vinegar to add flavor as desired.

Avoid anything deep-fried. From chicken to potatoes to onions, deep-fried foods contain altered fats that are pro-inflammatory and detrimental to the body.

Skip the soda – it has no nutritional value and adds unnecessary calories to an already nutritionally-challenged meal. Order plain water instead.

This code bears repeating – do not super size or add on to your meal!

–Dr. Weil.com

BUFFALO CHIP NEWS ALREADY–From the Handle Bars ? A Note from Woody Challenge Howdy. We’ve just returned from Daytona Bike Week and are delighted to report that Bikers simply are not paying attention to all the political negativity in the “news”. It looked like a record crowd, to the surprise of probably all non-bikers and economists. 2009 looks like it will be another year of record attendance at the Chip, too, and thank you for that. We love partying with you.

We’re also enjoying this Guess-The-Band contest. We’ve had many, many submissions and only a few correct ones. I’m enjoying sharing a big smile with those of you who got it right and already know the act.

We are still having NICE DREAMS, before their NEXT MOVIE, of sharing some laughs with these guys at the Best Party Anywhere at the Sturgis Buffalo Chip. Yup, there is at least one clue in there. And we will be handing out more clues in the spirit of March Madness so stay tuned because one of these days we are going to start a bunch of really cool announcements.

As always, Ride Free, Take Risks and we’ll see your smilin’ faces in August.

— Woody

Between the Gears ? The 5-Star Backstage Tour Just added to the Aerosmith VIP Package is an exclusive Backstage Tour that will get you all of the answers you?ve always wanted about the rock-n-roll legends pre concert warm-up.

See the steps that Steven Tyler and the gang will take up to the stage.

Hear from the hospitality manager that just finished serving up the hot meal.

Get an insider?s scoop on what went on throughout the day to make this Aerosmith concert like no other ever seen before.

See what else awaits the Aerosmith VIP holder and be a part of the only Legendary Buffalo Chip backstage tour in 2009! THE HEADLITE ? Sturgis? Premier Charity Event Rides into 2009

Exciting announcements are on the way for the 2009 Legends Ride as organizers are busy putting the polish on the Ride that Rocks. The inaugural ride in 2008 was an impressive event that contributed over $38,000 in support of Kids & Chrome Foundation which supports the Sturgis Motorcycle Museum & Hall of Fame as well as the Black Hills Children?s Home Society.

NEW STURGIS PARKING ORDINANCE–The City of Sturgis/Sturgis City Council has just passed a new parking/storage ordinance that may effect you or someone you know during the Sturgis Rally. Ordinance 16.05.11 “prohibits parking or storage of any trailer, recreational vehicle, implement, vehicle or other personal property on any public right-of-way.” It includes:

A) leaving any car, pick up, motorcycle, camper or RV in any public right of way for more than five (5) consecutive days;
B) Leaving any farm tractor, implement, trailer, truck or truck tractor in any public right of way for more than twenty-four (24) hours; or
C) During the period of July 20-August 15, leaving any RV or camper in any public right of way for more than twenty-four (24) hours.

“Items being stored in violation of this ordinance will be subject to fines and the vehicle will be towed by the police department. Special permission for temporary storage needs may be granted in advance form the PD. For further info call Sturgis PD 605.347.5070”

–Pepper

SMOKE OUT EMPLOYEE TURNS SNITCH–BIKERNET GETS THE DIRT IN INTERVIEW–The Smoke Out sponsored by Bikernet and Horse mag is about choppers. It is about builders, from professional builders to those bloody-knuckled guys (and ladies) burning the midnight oil in an unheated shed to build a chopper they can call their own. Chops of all makes are featured, American, British, Japanese, everything. The event is about riders, cross-town to cross-country in a rainstorm.

It is about choppers. It is about builders, from professional builders to those bloody-knuckled guys (and ladies) burning the midnight oil in an unheated shed to build a chopper they can call their own. Chops of all makes are featured, American, British, Japanese, everything. The event is about riders, cross-town to cross-country in a rainstorm. Click here to hear the interview in Bikernet Studio.

Florida Seeks To Make Sex With Animals Illegal–A Florida Legislator Senator Nan Rich is putting forward a bill (SB 448) that would make it a third ?degree felony to have sex with an animal.

This has gained attention after a series of Goat Rapes in the Panhandle town of Mossy Head Florida.

Hey if you don?t believe me look it up. I just hope the legislature is careful in the wording and do not include the female human, who sometimes is called an animal when having sex. LOL

Look what happened last year with a bill being passed that has a fine of $1,000.00 for a vertical license plate.

–Rogue

BIKERNET SUMMER RUN RECOMMENDATIONS–Natural Bug Repellent Better Than DEET–A natural, safe compound found in the Tauroniro tree (Humiria balsamifera) of South America has been found to effectively deter mosquitoes and ticks.

The substance, known by the rather daunting name isolongifolenone, has been used in derivative form widely and safely as a component of fragrances in cosmetics, perfumes, deodorants, and paper products. The results of research into the compound are presented in the February, 2009 issue of Journal of Medical Entomology.

The chief author, Aijun Zhang, a chemist for the U.S. Agricultural Service, found that isolongifolenone deters the biting of the mosquitoes Aedes aegypti (L.) and Anopheles stephensi Liston more effectively than the widely used synthetic chemical repellent N,N-diethyl-3-methyl benzamide, usually known as DEET. And it repelled blacklegged ticks and lone star ticks as effectively as DEET.

Since “isolongifolenone is easily synthesized from inexpensive turpentine oil feedstock,” Zhang and his coauthors wrote, “we are therefore confident that the compound has significant potential as an inexpensive and safe repellent for protection of large human populations against blood-feeding arthropods.”

In addition, a new, patented method developed by Zhang and his colleagues to efficiently produce isolongifolenone would make it even more cost effective.

Insect repellents containing DEET are nasty and toxic, but mosquito and tick bites are more than just annoying, in many parts of the world they can lead to serious illnesses including malaria and Lyme disease. A nontoxic, inexpensive repellent that outperforms DEET is certainly good news, and I hope further testing confirms these results. In the meantime, I recommend using repellents that contain geraniol; some research suggests that this natural, plant-derived substance is safe and effective.

TEASER SHOT OF CHUCK PALUMBO’S RAFFLE BIKE–Here are a few photos of Chuck Palumbo’s finished pieces for his War Machine Build.Many thanks for Bikernet’s tremendous support 🙂

–Heather

Paul Chedid Automotive Group named Exclusive Indian Motorcycle Importer– Indian Motorcycle announced the appointment of its first exclusive importer / distributor. Paul Chedid Automotive Group has formed Indian Motorcycle France to promote and sell the 2009 Indian Chief, Indian Motorcycle accessories, and Indian Motorcycle apparel at Indian Motorcycle France in Paris. As the Indian Motorcycle business develops Indian Motorcycle France plans to establish a dealer network throughout France.For over twenty years, the Chedid Automotive group has imported many prestigious American automotive brands including Cadillac, Hummer and Corvette.Indian Motorcycle France will provide European motorcycle enthusiasts with the complete selection of 2009 Indian Chiefs. The Chief model range includes: the Chief Standard, Chief Deluxe, Chief Roadmaster and Chief Vintage. Chedid?s future plans include expanding European distribution throughout France, and to Monaco, Luxembourg, and Belgium.

The re-launch of Indian Motorcycle has been under the supervision of Chairman Stephen Julius and President Steve Heese. Mr. Heese commented ?We?re very excited to deliver Indian Motorcycles back to the world stage and to be partnering with Paul Chedid. Paul has a demonstrated track record of success in building a sales and service organization for luxury automotive products.”

“I have always wanted to be involved with a true motorcycle, manufactured in the USA” says Paul Chedid. “When the opportunity presented itself to help bring the Indian brand back on the International stage I jumped at the chance. The style, presence and outstanding build quality of each motorcycle makes me proud to have the opportunity to display the Indian bikes in our Paris showroom and in other dealerships throughout Europe.”

–Source: USRiderNews

CALIFORNIA: Two Anti-Gun Bills Proposed in Sacramento!– As previously reported, two anti-gun bills taking aim at our Second Amendment freedoms are pending in the California Legislature.

Assembly Bill 962, sponsored by Assembly Member Kevin De Leon (D-45), would make it a crime to privately transfer more than 50 rounds of ammunition per month, even between family and friends, unless you are registered as a “handgun ammunition vendor” in the Department of Justice’s database. Ammunition retailers would have to be licensed and store ammunition in such a manner that it would be inaccessible to purchasers.

The bill would also require purchasers submit to fingerprinting, which would be submitted to the Department of Justice. Mail order ammunition sales would also be prohibited. Senate Bill 585, authored by State Senator Mark Leno (D-3), would prohibit the sale of firearms and ammunition at the Cow Palace.

In short, this bill is a stepping-stone to banning all gun shows in the Golden State. These bills have yet to be assigned to committees. Please continue checking your email and www.NRAILA.org for updates.

Bassani Exhaust and Bikernet are making 2009 the year of Freedom. We want to point out freedom issues and support freedom fights. If you are in a motorcycle rights group send us a banner (500 by 100 wide). We want to support freedom fighters on Bikernet. If you’re not a member of your local rights group, step up. Now is the time!

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Girls shot in Sturgis by Bob Page of American Motorcycle 1902.

New Rule: Stop giving me that pop-up ad for Classmates.com! There's a reasonyou don't talk to people for 25 years. Because you don't particularly like them!

Besides, I already know what the captain of the football team is doingthese days: mowing my lawn.

New Rule: Don't eat anything that's served to you out a window unless you'rea seagull. People are acting all shocked that a human finger was found in abowl of Wendy's chili. Hey, it cost less than a dollar. What did you expectit to contain? Trout? Luckily, it was only a finger! If it was a whole hand, Congress would have voted to keep it alive.

New Rule: Stop saying that teenage boys who have sex with their hot, blonde teachers are permanently damaged. I have a better description for thesekids: lucky bastards.

New Rule: Ladies, leave your eyebrows alone. Here's how much men care about your eyebrows: do you have two of them? Okay, we're done.

New Rule: There's no such thing as flavored water. There's a whole aisle of this crap at the supermarket, water, but without that watery taste. Sorry,but flavored water is called a soft drink. You want flavored water? Poursome scotch over ice and let it melt. That's your flavored water.

New Rule: Stop f***ing with old people. Target is introducing a redesigned pill bottle that's square, with a bigger label. And the top is now thebottom. And by the time grandpa figures out how to open it, his ass will bein the morgue. Congratulations, Target, you just solved the Social Securitycrisis.

New Rule: The more complicated the Starbucks order, the bigger the asshole.If you walk into a Starbucks and order a “decaf grande half-soy, half-lowfat, iced vanilla, double-shot, gingerbread cappuccino, extra dry, lightice,with one Sweet-n'-Low and one NutraSweet,” ooh, you're a huge asshole.

New Rule: I'm not the cashier! By the time I look up from sliding my card, entering my PIN number, pressing “Enter,” verifying the amount, deciding,no, I don't want cash back, and pressing “Enter” again, the kid who issupposed to be ringing me up is standing there eating my Almond Joy. Paper,plastic? I don't have time for that. I've just been called to do a cleanupon Aisle Nine!

New Rule: Just because your tattoo has Chinese characters in it doesn't makeyou spiritual. It's right above the crack of your ass. And it translates to”beef with broccoli.” The last time you did anything spiritual, you werepraying to God you weren't pregnant. You're not spiritual. You're just high.

New Rule: Competitive eating isn't a sport. It's one of the seven deadlysins. ESPN recently televised the US Open of Competitive Eating, becausewatching those athletes at the poker table was just too damned exciting.What's next competitive farting? Oh wait. They're already doing that. It'scalled “The Howard Stern Show.”

New Rule: I don't need a bigger mega M&M. If I'm extra hungry for M&Ms, I'llgo nuts and eat two.

New Rule: If you're going to insist on making movies based on crappy, old television shows, then you have to give everyone in the Cineplex a remote sowe can see what's playing on the other screens. Let's remember the reason something was a television show in the first place is the idea wasn't good enough to be a movie.

New Rule: No more gift registries. You know, it used to be just forweddings. Now it's for babies and new homes and graduations from rehab.Picking up the stuff you want and having other people buy it for you isn'tgift giving; it's the white people version of looting.

New Rule, and this one is long overdue: No more bathroom attendants. After Izip up, some guy is offering me a towel and a mint like I just had sex with George Michael. I can't even tell if he's supposed to be there, or just somefreak with a fetish. I don't want to be on your web cam, dude. I just wantto wash my hands.

New Rule: When I ask how old your toddler is, I don't need to know in months. “27 Months.” “He's two,” will do just fine. He's not a cheese. And Ididn't care in the first place.

TELL ME YOUR NOT SHAKING YOUR HEAD UP AN DOWN AGREEING WITH EVERYONE OFTHESE !

–from Darcy B.

COAST TO COAST FOR MARCH 2009, BANS, REPEALS, EPA AND MO

Author and publisher of Ride-On magazine Bill Bish.

THE AIM/NCOM MOTORCYCLE E-NEWS SERVICE is brought to you by Aid to Injured Motorcyclists (A.I.M.) and the National Coalition of Motorcyclists (NCOM), and is sponsored by the Law Offices of Richard M. Lester. For more information, call us at 1-(800) ON-A-BIKE or visit us on our website at www.ON-A-BIKE.com.

COAST TO COAST BIKER NEWS
Compiled & Edited by Bill Bish,
National Coalition of Motorcyclists (NCOM)

CONGRESSIONAL COMMITTEE APPROVES BILL TO PROTECT HEALTH INSURANCE FOR RIDERSOn March 4, by voice vote, the House Energy and Commerce Committee passed bipartisan legislation to strengthen health insurance coverage for injuries incurred while participating in legal recreational and transportation activities, such as motorcycling, riding ATVs, snowmobiling and horseback riding.

“This bill requires health insurance companies to be up front and honest with their policy holders when limitations or restrictions are placed on benefits,” said Rep. Bart Stupak (D-MI) who introduced the measure with Rep. Michael Burgess (R-TX).. “Many Americans are unaware that their health insurance may not cover injuries resulting from certain recreational activities because their policy is unclear or overly broad.”

H.R. 1253, the ?Health Insurance Restrictions and Limitations Clarification Act of 2009?, would establish new disclosure rules requiring health insurance plans to provide a description of limitations and exclusions in their policies. Specifically, the bill requires that coverage exclusions must be ?explicit and clear? and that they must be disclosed to plan sponsors in advance of the point of sale. The bill further requires that plan sponsors and insurers must disclose such coverage exclusions to enrollees ?in a form that is easily understandable? both before enrollment and upon their enrollment at the earliest opportunity that other materials are provided.

In January 2001, a rule was issued that created an inadvertent loophole in the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA). Because of the way the rule was written, it has allowed insurers to deny health benefits for a covered injury resulting from participation in recreational activities such as skiing, horseback riding, ATV riding, snowmobiling and motorcycling.

In many situations the exclusions are unclear or overly broad, creating confusion for individuals who may ride motorcycles, horses, snowmobiles, ATVs or participate in other legal activities that could result in an injury.

“Passing this straight forward legislation would protect those across the country who ride motorcycles, horses, snowmobiles, ATVs or participate in other recreational activities from being caught by surprise,” Stupak said.

Stupak is a senior member of the House Energy and Commerce Committee, which has jurisdiction over health policy. H.R. 1253 awaits consideration by the full House of Representatives, which previously approved the legislation in September 2008, but the bill was not considered by the Senate in the 110th Congress.

KIDDIE BIKE BAN COULD COST BILLIONSThe new lead-content rules that have banned the sales of many youth motorcycles and all-terrain vehicles could cost the industry over $1 billion in lost economic value this year, predicts the Motorcycle Industry Council. Last year, more than 100,000 of the youth-oriented vehicles were sold. Today, more than 13,000 dealers nationwide are stuck holding onto millions of dollars in inventory as the off-road industry now finds itself crippled and rather confused in the destructive wake of the CPSIA in an already harsh economy.

Motorcycle dealers across the country are fuming, saying the ban couldn?t have come at a worse time, making sluggish sales in a tough economy even tougher. Powersports manufacturers are advising their dealers to pull the banned models off the sales floor or risk heavy fines under the Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act of 2008, which went into force February 10th.

Intentionally or otherwise, the CPSIA has effectively banned the production, importing and sale of kids’ motorcycles and ATVs because certain parts of the vehicles unavoidably contain more lead than is deemed allowable on children’s products – for instance, on the battery terminals, brake components and valve stems – and the CPSC has interpreted this to mean that OHVs (off-highway vehicles) present a lead-poisoning threat to children 12 and under. Not only can they not sell the new vehicles, but they’re not even allowed to sell parts for them!

Dealers from every corner of the country and other concerned individuals have flooded the CPSC and Congress with calls, e-mails and more than 100,000 letters complaining about the new law and urging support for exclusions from the act for powersports vehicles, parts and accessories.

They claim in part that the lead present in their products pose no health risk to children because the only interaction would be by hand, not mouth, and that a toxicologist study reveals that exposure is substantially less than the intake of lead from food and water.

UTAH MAY REWARD HELMET WEARERSIn a unique and interesting twist to mandatory helmet laws, the state of Utah is considering a bill that would reward riders who break the law while wearing a helmet.

The House Transportation Committee unanimously approved a proposal from Rep. Ronda Rudd Menlove (R-Garland) that would knock $10 off of the fine for motorcyclists cited for traffic violations if they are wearing a helmet at the time.

“Instead of just punishment, why not give an incentive for people to use a helmet?,” Menlove told the Standard-Examiner newspaper.

The committee also unanimously tabled a bill that would mandate helmet use for all riders in Utah’s largest cities.&nb sp; Additionally, the measure would have increased the age limit at which motorcycle riders in Utah are required to wear helmets from 18 to 21; require anyone riding with a passenger under 21 to wear a helmet; and require riders of any age operating on a learning permit to wear a helmet.

A contingent of bikers came to the committee meeting to voice their opposition to the bill. Eric Stine, education coordinator for ABATE Utah, said the focus of motorcycle safety should be on educating the public about watching for motorcyclists while driving. “We believe in accident prevention, not safer crashes. Many sports and activities are more dangerous than motorcycle riding. We will never be able to legislate the risk out of living.?

Bassani Exhaust and Bikernet are making 2009 the year of Freedom. We want to point out freedom issues and support freedom fights. If you are in a motorcycle rights group send us a banner (500 by 100 wide). We want to support freedom fighters on Bikernet. If you’re not a member of your local rights group, step up. Now is the time!

SHOW-ME FREEDOMMissouri is the latest state looking to give adult motorcycle riders the choice of wearing a helmet while riding. The Missouri Senate has endorsed legislation that, if signed into law, would repeal their decades-old helmet law and allow motorcyclists 21 and older the option to ride without a helmet.

Many feel the bill stands a good chance of passing because Senators this year tacked the helmet provisions onto a larger bill regarding motorcycle insurance. The bill, sponsored by State Senator Luann Ridgeway of District 17, was approved with little debate and is expected to pass easily in the House, whic h generally has been more receptive to efforts to repeal helmet requirements for adults. According to Freedom of Road Riders (FORR-MO), a non-profit motorcyclists? advocacy group, the change in legislation would be a welcome one.

In the meantime, several other states are reviewing motorcycle helmet laws, including Arkansas where a proposal to require motorcyclists to wear a helmet or carry thousands of dollars in health insurance failed to make it out of committee.

Senate Bill 29 by Sen. Kim Hendren (R-Gravette) would have compelled motorcyclists to provide proof of at least $10,000 in health insu rance coverage if they opted to not wear a helmet, but the proposal failed to get a motion recommending its passage and died in the Senate Transportation, Technology and Legislative Affairs Committee. Legislators were overwhelmed by calls to committee members from motorcycle enthusiasts, lead by ABATE of Arkansas, who argued that the measure would unfairly target them, negatively impact tourism, and would drive business away from the state?s motorcycle dealers.

In Nevada, Assemblyman Don Gustavson (R-Sparks) has introduced AB300 to repeal state law which has mandated helmet usage since 1971. In seeking to modify current law to allow choice for motorcyclists 21 years or older with at least one year experience, Gustavson is citing studies which prove that mandated helmet laws injure the economy while doing little to increase safety. Using California as an example, Gustavson said the death rate was 2% higher after passage of mandated helmet usage, while revenues continually declined due to loss of registration fees and sales taxes from weakened motorcycle sales. ?Our neighbor suffered a 26% drop in new motorcycle sales in 1992-93 after passage of their mandatory helmet law resulting in job loss and costing the state nearly $17 million in lost tax & fee revenue.?

Gustavson said that tourism will increase in Nevada after the law is modified. Using Pennsylvania as an example, Gustavson pointed out that ?Thunder in the Valley? saw attendance jump from 70,000 to over 100,000 the very first year after their law was modified.

Gustavson also emphasized that repeal of current law will add jobs and multiply revenues to Nevada through additional sales and payroll taxes without increasing any new fees or taxes. After Florida reformed their helmet law, motorcycle sales jumped 143% in Florida in five years generating $166 million in sales tax revenue.

Last November, Assemblyman Gustavson was selected by the NCOM Board of Directors to receive the Silver Spoke Award for Government at the upcoming NCOM Convention, May 7-10, 2009 at the Nugget Casino & Resort in Reno, Nevada. For more information, call the National Coalition of Motorcyclists at (800) 525-5355 or visit www.ON-A-BIKE.com.

RIDE SMART – MOTORCYCLES IMPROVE BRAIN FUNCTIONRiding motorcycles helps keep drivers young by invigorating their brains, the scientist behind popular “Brain Training” computer software said recently, citing a new scientific study. “The driver’s brain gets activated by riding motorbikes” in part because it requires heightened alertness, Japanese neuroscientist Ryuta Kawashima said after his research team and Yamaha Motor conducted a string of experiments involving middle-aged men.

“In a convenient and easy environment, the human mind and body get used to setting the hurdle low,” he warned. “Our final conclusion is that riding motorcycles can lead to smart ageing.”

Kawashima is the designer of “Brain Training” software, which incorporates quizzes and other games and is available on the Nintendo DS game console under the name “Brain Age”.

A self-professed motorcycle fan, 49-year-old Kawashima cited a new study conducted jointly by Yamaha and Tohoku University, for which he works.

One experiment involved 22 men in their 40s and 50s who held motorcycle licenses but had not operated a cycle for at least a decade. They were randomly split into two groups, with one asked to resume riding motorcycles in everyday life for two months, and another that kept using bicycles or cars. Kawashima says research showed the motorcycle-riding team demonstrated improvements in memory, space recognition and other functions of the prefrontal area. The area covers memory, information processing and concentration functions.

“The group that rode motorbikes posted higher marks in cognitive function tests,” Kawashima said.

In a test requiring the men to remember a set of numbers in reverse order, the riders’ scores jumped by more than 50 percent in two months, while the non-riders’ marks deteriorated slightly, he said.

The riders also said they made fewer mistakes at work and felt happier.

“Mental care is a very big issue in modern society,” said Kawashima. “I think we made an interesting stir here as data showed you can improve your mental condition simply by using motorbikes to commute.”

In 2003, Kawashima authored ?Train Your Brain: 60 Days to a Better Brain?. More recently, he teamed with Toyota to help develop intelligent cars designed to help seniors drive safely.

SMOG CHECKS MAY INCLUDE MOTORCYCLESSB 435, introduced by California State Senator Fran Pavely (D-Beverly Hills), would include motorcycles in the state?s Smog Check Program. In a review of the Smog Check Program, the California Inspection and Maintenance Review Committee?s recommendations included “implement a non-loaded mode biennial Smog Check inspection on motorcycles.”

In a brief explanation of their strategy, the report states:?Inspection of Motorcycles: Include motorcycle inspections as part of Smog Check. Studies indicate that motorcycles are subject to high rates of exhaust system tampering which subsequently increases the vehicle emissions.?

Existing law exempts motorcycles from inspection ?until the department implements test procedures applicable to motorcycles,? which the legislation seeks to accomplish. If passed the new emissions law would require motorcycle owners in California to get Smog checks for their motorcycles once every two years. The law would take effect January 1, 2012 and cover all on-highway motorcycles model year 2000 or newer.

Opponents say the bill is simply a thinly veiled attempt to levy yet another fee to offset the states record budget deficit and point to a recent raid of the OHV trust fund of $90 million dollars for non-OHV related expenditures. The bikes potentially affected are in fact the cleanest in the nation, having already been required to meet the stricter California CARB emissions standards years prior to similar requirements being adopted nationally by the federal EPA.

For a long time the Golden State has been granted special waivers from the Environmental Protection Agency to enact stiffer emissions regulations for autos and motorcycles. During the Bush administration, a dozen other states requested EPA waivers to increase their own regulations to match California?s, but were denied. It is expected that the new Obama administration will reverse this decision, which may lead to variable emissions rules from state to state for automobiles, and potentially for motorcycles.

QUOTABLE QUOTE: ?Twenty years from now you will be more disappointed by the things you didn’t do than by the ones you did. So throw off the bowlines, Sail away from the safe harbor. Catch the trade winds in your sails. Explore. Dream.?

Mark Twain (aka Samuel Clemens,1835-1910), American writer & humorist

BIKERNET NEWS COMPLETION – ART FROM SCOTT JACOBS, MOTORCYCLE TRAILER FROM ROYAL ENFIELD, MORE ON NEVADA HELMET LAW REPEAL, PPG HONORS ACS OF GEORGIA AS THE 2008 PLATINUM DISTRIBUTOR OF THE YEAR AND MORE.

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BIKERNET DEALS OF THE WEEK–Kirk Taylor has decided to spread the wealth and sell off a few of his prized bikes, I have included descriptions and pictures.

Zombie Specs:
Chopper 6 up 4 out 40deg rake, 250 rear 18″, 8 over wide glide, 21″ front tire,Pro one tripple trees and legs,wheels and brakes PM Tresspassers and 4 piston calipers, 100″ Hybrid motor built by Dave Mackie-t.c. top-Meerch bottom, full polish and hand made manifold w/ S&S “G” ,Thunder jet w/west coast choppers A.C., Hand made 3 step polished S/S exhaust, 3″ BDL primary and polished 5 spd, Kandy Pagan Gold with Chromallusion Flames. Best of everything. Over 40K in parts.

V-Twin Feature Bike,Major Show Winner, Corbins Ride On, American Thunder ( X2) Chopper Nation, T.V. Big Screen, Metallicas ” some Kind of Monster” ridden by James Hetfield. Art of the Chopper II big coffee table book. Own a piece of Chopper History. $45K or partial trade considered, lets talk 415 382-6662 or 415 328-0660-cell www.customdesignstudios.com

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Chopper Guy Frame 35deg rake,1 1/2 stretch, 200mm Exile rear Wheel, 21″ Spool front, 2″ under wide glide, shaved legs, internal throttle , 16″ apes, Hand Made Exhaust, 96″ real Panhead, Best of Everything. Hand picked parts, S&S bottom, STD Heads,S&S Barrels Baisley Roller Rockers, S&S Oil Pump w/ Baisley Gears S&S “E” w/ thunder jet and Goodson Air Cleaner engraved by Tay Herrera.

Over $12,500 in Motor alone, Andrews Geared polished case, 4spd w/ 3″ open belt drive and handmade tin Primary beltguard, Suicide Shift -1 or 2 Kick Bike. Awesome Paint Job- Dupont Sema Show Vehicle, Major Show Winner- Easyriders,Dave Mann Chopper Fest,S.F. Rod and Custom Show. will be April or May 09 Easyrider Centerfold Bike. $35K or partial trade considered.

–Ken and Kirk
customdesignstudio@sbcglobal.net

Old shot from Bob T. collection.

Jail Time For Injuring Motorcyclists?–A person who causes an accident that results in the injury or death of amotorcyclist would face tougher penalties under a proposal in the stateLegislature.

The proposal is one of a series of measures that would increase finesand penalties for certain traffic offenses.

The bill would make it a second-degree misdemeanor for a movingviolation that results in the injury of a person on a motorcycle. Itwould be punishable by a fine of at least $500, incarceration for 30days, attendance at a driver improvement course, and license suspensionfor 30 days.

A driver who causes an accident that results in the death of amotorcyclist would face a first-degree misdemeanor. That punishmentwould include a fine of at least $1,000, incarceration for at least 90days, attendance at a driver improvement course, and a licensesuspension for at least one year.

Some lawmakers disagree with the stiffer penalties saying they are tooharsh.

But the sponsor of the bill says the current fines aren’t harsh enough.Rep. Greg Evers says a stronger message needs to be sent to makemotorists more cautious when it comes to motorcycles on the state’shighways.

The bill was approved today (Wednesday) by the House Roads, Bridges &Ports Policy Committee. It passed on a vote of 17-2.

–from Rogue

This is an amazing bill. We need to support and watch this closely. The public needs to recognize how important motorcycling is to this country as a representative of what America stands for–Freedom. If they truly want to reduce accidents, this measure will enhance awareness.–Renegade

PPG HONORS ACS OF GEORGIA AS THE 2008 PLATINUM DISTRIBUTOR OF THE YEAR–STRONGSVILLE, Ohio ? March 12, 2009 ? PPG has honored ACS of Georgia with its Platinum Distributor of the Year Award. The presentation was made at the annual PPG Platinum Distributor Conference held February 12-14 in Las Vegas at the Green Valley Ranch Resort.

Dave Marlow and J. P. Uren, co-owners of the Chamblee, Georgia-based company, accepted the award from John Leavy, director of the PPG Platinum Distributor program.

?This is quite an honor,? said Marlow. ?J. P. and I are thrilled, and I know everyone at ACS will be just as excited. PPG has been extremely supportive and helped keep us focused and aggressive in the marketplace.?

?Receiving this award is very gratifying,? added Uren. ?We have all worked very hard to reach our Platinum program goals. It?s wonderful to be recognized this way.?

Marlow and Uren teamed up and bought ACS in 2006. They turned it into a PPG Platinum Distributor that same year. When they purchased ACS, the company had five locations in Georgia. Today, ACS has 44 employees in seven locations in metropolitan Atlanta, and a sister company with locations in southern Georgia and Alabama.

?ACS of Georgia has done a remarkable job,? said Leavy. ?Dave and J. P. and their employees consistently exemplify the attributes of a successful Platinum Distributor?industry knowledge, technical expertise, a commitment to customer service and a concerted effort to grow their business. We?re proud to name them PPG Platinum Distributor of the Year.?

PPG initiated the Platinum Distributor Program in 1995 as a loyalty and support program for PPG single-line distributors, with the ultimate goal of providing exceptional service and benefits for PPG Refinish customers. In order to be considered for the award, a Platinum Distributor must show consistent sales growth and utilize the Platinum program?s wide array of training and business development offerings.

For more information on the PPG Platinum Distributor program, call 800-647-6050 or visit the PPG Automotive Refinish website at www.ppgrefinish.com.

STUNT RIDERS RUN D&D FAT CAT PERFORMANCE PIPES–

Jumpin’ Jeff Schneider and ILLConduct, push motorcycle stunt riding to new limits and provide cutting-edge shows sporting D&D Fat Cat performance pipes.

Stunt riders like D&D pipes because they not only look good, they increase performance, economy and throttle response. They deliver more bang for the buck on a stunt bike or your cruiser at home.

Stunt Video

Two ILL Conduct segments from “The Final Beginning” the New Movie from Swoop PROductions. Available at swooppro.com or at myspace.com/swooppro Music by Genuflect Provided by Biker Pros.com

–Jeff Najar

THE 22nd ANNUAL DONNIE SMITH BIKE SHOW–It’s cold in Minneapolis in March, but sizzling at the Donnie Smith Bike Show at the Saint Paul RiverCentre on Sat, March 28th & Sun, March 29th. Don?t miss it? Those guys in the great white North have nothing but 8 months out of the year to wrench on their custom sleds.

Get all the Donnie Smith Bike Show details right here…Get more great biker stuff in Bikernet Studio

–Jeff Najar

MORE ON NEVADA HELMET LAW REPEAL–Assemblyman Leads Effort to Repeal Motorcycle Helmet LawFreedom to choose generates positive influence to economy.

Carson City, NV – Assemblyman Don Gustavson (R-Sparks) has introduced AB300 to repeal state law which mandates usage of a helmet while operating a motorcycle. The law has been in place since 1971. Gustavson?s bill would modify the current law to allow choice for motorcyclists 21 years or older with at least one year experience.

Gustavson is citing studies which prove that mandated helmet laws injure the economy while doing little to increase safety. Using California as an example, Gustavson said the death rate was 2% higher after passage of mandated helmet usage, while revenues continually declined due to loss of registration fees and sales taxes from weakened motorcycle sales. ?California used to account for one-fifth of all motorcycles in the United States, but they now suffer their lowest totals since 1969,? said Gustavson. ?Our neighbor suffered a 26% drop in new motorcycle sales in 1992-93 after passage of their mandatory helmet law resulting in job loss and costing the state nearly $17 million in lost tax & fee revenue.?

Gustavson said that tourism will increase in Nevada after the law is modified. Using Pennsylvania as an example, Gustavson pointed out that ?Thunder in the Valley? saw attendance jump from 70,000 to over 100,000 the very first year after their law was modified.

Gustavson also emphasized that repeal of current law will add jobs and multiply revenues to Nevada through additional sales and payroll taxes without increasing any new fees or taxes. After Florida reformed their helmet law, motorcycle sales jumped 143% in Florida in five years generating $166 million in sales tax revenue.

Gustavson said that tourism will increase in Nevada after the law is modified. Using Pennsylvania as an example, Gustavson pointed out that ?Thunder in the Valley? saw attendance jump from 70,000 to over 100,000 the very first year after their law was modified.

Gustavson also emphasized that repeal of current law will add jobs and multiply revenues to Nevada through additional sales and payroll taxes without increasing any new fees or taxes. After Florida reformed their helmet law, motorcycle sales jumped 143% in Florida in five years generating $166 million in sales tax revenue.

Gustavson said that expert witnesses will be on hand during committee hearings to provide case studies proving economic gains and to dispute claims that enforced helmet wearing has provided the safety benefits that some would expect.

Contact: Don Gustavson
Office: 775-684-8851
don.gustavson@sbcglobal.net

BIKERNET WROTE THE ASSEMBLYMAN IN SUPPORT– I’m very impressed with your effort to repeal the helmet laws. We’ve become a society that ignores freedom for anything that will supposedly save money or the environment.

Here’s a couple of statistics supporting freedom to choose:

Helmets in some cases cause a false sense of security and safety, and can cause accidents. I’ve experienced near collisions due to a restricted peripheral vision. Some riders aren’t so lucky.

Riding without a helmet affords riders the pure ability to see, hear and adjust to traffic demands.

About 5,000 riders die a year on motorcycles, about 20 percent due to head injuries. Some 44,000 die in car accidents each year, about 90 percent due to head injuries.

I have often thought that if we set up a road block and forced car drivers to wear helmets while driving through town, that we would never hear of helmet laws again.

May freedom shine in this effort. We need to remember this country was based on freedom, not safety and security. There’s no safety clause in the Constitution.

All the best,

–Keith R. Ball
President
Bikernet.com
Bandit@Bikernet.com

BIKERNET SUPPORTS NEW MEMBERSHIP DRIVE FOR ANTIQUE MOTORCYCLE CLUB OF AMERICA–SPECTRO OIL A SPONSOR–I got home two days ago, and crashed from exhaustion. I love Daytona!!! I had an amazing time, there is so much more to do there than Sturgis. I thought you would enjoy seeing a pic with a bunch of rebuilt knuckleheads. There are 9 knucks and 2 pans.

Click on the banner below to check out the essay contest to win a vintage Harley-Davidson 45 flathead and restoration schooling. Chance of a lifetime.

–Matt Olsen

BLAIR HOLT ANTI-GUN ATTACK ON AMERICA– Very Important for you to be aware of a new bill HR 45 introduced into the House.. This is the Blair Holt Firearm Licensing & Record of Sale Act of 2009..

To find out about this – go to any government web site and type in HR 45 or Google HR 45 Blair Holt Firearm Licensing & Record of Sales Act of 2009.. You will get all the information.

Basically this would make it illegal to own a firearm – any rifle with a clip or ANY pistol unless:
It is registered
You are fingerprinted
You supply a current Driver’s License
You supply your Social Security #
You will submit to a physical & mental evaluation at any time of their choosing
Each update – change or ownership through private or public sale must be reported and costs $25 – Failure to do so you automatically lose the right to own a firearm and are subject up to a year in jail.

There is a child provision clause on page 16 section 305 stating a child-access provision. Gun must be locked and inaccessible to any child under 18.

They would have the right to come and inspect that you are storing your gun safely away from accessibility to children and fine is punishable for up to 5 yrs. in prison.

If you think this is a joke – go to the web site and take your pick of many options to read this. It is long and lengthy. But, more and more people are becoming aware of this. Join a pro-gun group like the Colorado Rifle Association, hunting associations, gun clubs and especially the NRA.

This is just a “termite” approach to complete confiscation of guns and disarming of our society to the point we have no defense – chip away a little here and there until the goal is accomplished before anyone realizes it :http://www.opencongress.org/bill/111-h45/showhttp://www.govtrack.us/congress/bill.xpd?bill=h111-45

VIEW SOME COMMENTS AT: http://www.opencongress.org/bill/111-h45/comments/1

MORE BIKERNET MEDICAL CENTER FINDINGS BY DR. WEIL, POM Backed by $25MM in Medical Research–Thanks to POM Wonderful 100% pure pomegranate juice, you don?t have to be young to feel young. POM Wonderful has higher levels of naturally occurring antioxidants that help neutralize free radicals. And the health benefits are backed by $25 million in medical research. Studies show promising results for heart and prostate health, diabetes, erectile function and other age-related conditions.

–Dr. Weil

Joe’s Vault: The Cyclist–Today’s Vault offering is for you motorcycle enthusiasts. In June of 1971, KOMO Special Projects presented a film by photographer Bill Jensen called “The Cyclist.” He covered the spectrum of the motorcycle – dirt bikes, racing, stunts, fund-raising, even Evel Knievel.

It’s very well done, especially when one knows how a show was put together back then compared to now. It was quite labor-intensive to edit. None of the computer drag-and-drop moves as we have now. Film was cut, workprints were made, final prints made for air. Mr. Jensen did a great job.

Time doesn’t permit me to present the whole show, so I’ve showed highlights that touch on just about all of the program. Wonderful stuff. Enjoy The Cyclist!

BIKER CLASSICS COME TO TCM, ON APRIL 6–You should know about TCM or Turner Classic Movies on cable. It’s a station devoted to old classic films, and it’s all commercial free. Here’s a news bit:

Leather, denim and the rumble of V-twin motor–the image of the biker is one indebted to Hollywood portrayals. From Marlon Brando challenging authority in “The Wild One (1953) to Dennis Hopper and Peter Fonda confronting prejudice in Easy Rider (1969), the biker’s journey though cinema is the theme of our programming for April 6th. Included is the TCM premier of Roger Corman’s tour de force, “The Wild Angels” (1966). Following a successful run at the box office, Corman’s movie paved the way for a biker film renaissance in the late ’60s, including notable projects like Tom Laughlin’s “The Born Losers” (1967). Our exhaust-filled night concludes with George Miller’s desolate look into the future as Mel Gibson battles an outlaw band of bikers in “Mad Max” (1979). Hold tight, it’s going to be a wild ride on TCM.

You can also buy all the classics on DVD through TCM.

SSK’s NEW SHOP and YOU!–South Side Kustoms is moving into our NEW SHOP – APRIL 1st 2009So we would like to show support for the bands and other businesses we interact with and listen too.

We are asking if you would like to be represented in our new showroom/shop that you send us either posters/8″x10″ pictures autographed or not/or any printed media /stickers to us.

We will hang them around the new shop and email pix to you showing our support for your band/business.

Thank you for partaking in this great networking opportunity.Send All Media to Current Shop address

–South Side Kustoms
Attn: JASON
146 Barnard St.
Buffalo, NY 14206
716-823-6279
1-800-675-3191
email- southsidekustoms@verizon.net
website – www.south-side-kustoms.com

BIKERNET WINTER SURVEY COMPILED–98% OF AMERICANS SAY ?OH SHIT? BEFORE GOING IN THE DITCH ON AN ICY ROAD.

THE OTHER 2% ARE FROM MINNESOTA, AND THEY SAY, ?HOLD MY BEER AND WATCH THIS?

–Ross Parrow

BCCOM RECEIVES SPECIAL GRANT–On Friday, January 23, 2009, the Motorcycle & Moped Industry Council (MMIC) and the Canadian National Sportsmen’s Shows (CNSS) presented BCCOM with a $15,000.00 grant at the Vancouver Motorcycle Show.

An enormous thanks goes to both of these organizations for their generous support of our efforts. This funding will be well used this spring to fund a motorcycle awareness campaign throughout BC. It is our goal to make drivers pay more attention to motorcyclists and learn how to share the road safely.

More information on the MMIC can be found at www.mmic.ca and more information on the CNSS and their shows can be found at this link: www.sportshows.ca. A photo of the presentation will be available soon on our website at www.bccom-bc.com

MOTORCYCLE TRAILER FROM ROYAL ENFIELD–Quick Overview:
* Sturdy all-steel Construction
* Break light, turn signals, & markers for visibility
* Fold-down front stand holds trailer upright when detached
* Attaches easily to Royal Enfield motorcycles
* Includes Royal Enfield attachment hardware

NOTE:Standard UPS shipping is not available for this item. Regardless of what is selected at checkout, we can only ship this item using our large item flat rate ground service for $150 (normally $200).

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CALIFORNIA EMISSIONS REGS OVER THE TOP–They want to test motorcycles and old cars.

California Reintroduces Bill to Require ANNUAL Emissions Tests for Vehicles 15-Years Old and Older Here we go again! Legislation (A.B. 859) has been reintroduced in the California Assembly by Assemblyman Dave Jones (Assemblymember.jones@assembly.ca.gov) to require annual Smog check inspections for vehicles 15-years old and older. The bill would also require that funds generated through the additional inspection fees be deposited into an account which can be used to scrap older cars.

You may recall that in 2004 a new law was enacted in California to require the lifetime testing of all 1976 and newer model-year vehicles. Pre-1976 motor vehicles would remain exempt under A.B. 859. The bill has been referred to the Assembly Transportation Committee. We Urge You to Contact Assemblyman Jones and Members of the Assembly Transportation Committee (List Below) Immediately to Oppose A.B. 859

?A.B. 859 ignores the minimal impact vintage cars have on air quality.
???A.B. 859 could entice vintage car owners into allowing these vehicles to be scrapped.
???A.B. 859 ignores the fact that vehicles 15-years old and older still constitute a small portion of the overall vehicle population and are a poor source from which to look for emissions reduction.
???A.B. 859 ignores the fact that classic vehicles are overwhelmingly well-maintained and infrequently driven.
???A.B. 859 would increase costs by creating an annual inspection fee for owners of these vehicles.
???A.B. 859 represents another attempt by California legislators and regulators to scapegoat older cars.

Please contact members of the California Assembly Transportation Committee immediately by phone, fax or e-mail to request their opposition to A.B. 859. Please e-mail a copy of your letter to stevem@sema.org. Thank you for your assistance.

ssembly Transportation CommitteeClick here to e-mail all Committee members.

BIKER?S CHOICE 1-1/4? FAT BARS– Biker?s Choice introduces 1-1/4? Fat Bars for 2008 H-D? throttle by wire bikes. These new bars come in a variety of sizes from 32.5? width to 39.5? width, and come in black or chrome. These particular bars are 1-1/4? thick with a smooth swaged design.

They are predrilled, dimpled and knurled for internal wiring and will work with all standard controls, grips and risers. These bars are proudly made in the USA.

For more information, and to look at all the bars we have to offer?from 20? Apes to Dragster bars, take a look at our new and improved website, www.bikerschoice.com or visit your local Biker?s Choice dealer.

Part # 40-5156?14? Ape 2008 H-D Models Throttle By Wire
39.5? Width
14? End Rise
11.5? Center Width
11.5? Pullback
Available in Black and Chrome

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39.5? Width
18.5? End Rise
10.5? Center Width
10.5? Pullback
Available in Black and Chrome

–Safe Ridin!!
–Carmen

CHOPPER FILM NOW AVAILABLE–Do you love bikes. Do you love seeing bikes, and bikers on film. Do you love going to a great biker party. If you do then you need to come to the New Free To Wander Chopper Documentary release party at Shady Jack’s on Saturday starting at 7:00, 2/21/09.

The Trip Daddy’s will be playing along with the Free To Wander chopper film. This is a film about the modern biker life style. There is a $5.00 cover at the door.The DVD will be available for sale along with Tee shirts.This is going to be a wild party. Guys are coming from all over US and Canada.See you there: FTW DVDs are now available for $25.00 and now shipping out!www.freetowander.net

SCOTT JACOBS ORIGINALS AVAILABLE– The original paintings listed here will be sold on a first come basis verified by the time of your email response?good luck!

If you?ve ever wanted to own a Scott Jacobs original painting of the wine still-life genre your timing could not be better. The two little gems shown here are available for the asking and in addition your name will be listed in Scott?s new book (out this summer) under the title and picture: ?Collection of?your name?.

With a rapidly approaching deadline for the book to go to print, you need to act quickly to secure these artworks. Their pictures are already in the book just waiting for the names to be added. Please call me if you have any questions.

They are reasonably priced and just out of the studio so here are the specs: (these works are priced at a wholesale or dealer net level)

Silver Oak Study V. Watercolor; 27.5? x 30? overall framed dimension (picture shows unframed) $8500

Party Like It?s 1999. Watercolor w/acrylic; 29? x 34 overall framed dimension. $9500

EVERYWHERE I TURN–There’s action, new shows, New Orleans Bike Fest Coming. Carrie Rep is now seriously involved with the ROT Rally in Texas. The Chopper Challenge is back and I know Discovery is up to something, but mum’s the word. Hell Jesse James has a new TV gig. There are still new movies rolling into the streets daily, and I plan to publish a book or two this year and start on a screenplay about freedom and motorcycling.

As long as you don’t listen to the news or rely on the stock market, all is well and cranking along. Here’s a terrific example. Just next week on Bikernet we’ll bring you a report from Australia about a biker who survived the bushfires. We’ll deliver a full feature on one of the finest bikes built in America this year around a Kiwi Indian engine, by Chris Dotson. We’ll bring you wild stories, our first Custom Chrome tech in a while, and a Girl of Bikernet wrapped around a new Saxon model. Are we slowing down? No fuckin’ way.

Have a helluva weekend.

Ride Forever,

–Bandit

BIKERNET THURSDAY NEWS – NEVADA RALLIES FOR FREEDOMS, PAUGHCO RSD-300 DROP SEAT CHASSIS, STURGIS GLENCOE CAMPGROUND AND ROLLING THUNDER VENUE SOLD, GAS CITY CYCLES, ALBERTA CHECKS IN AND MORE.

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WHEELS THROUGH TIME 2009 KNUCKLEHEAD RAFFLE–This is a great offer for a worthwhile cause?.The 7th Annual Raffle will be held November 2009 For This 1947 Harley-Davidson FL-74in. Knucklehead Or $20,000.00

The Wheels Through Time Museum, a 501 (c) 3 not-for-profit corporation, will be conducting their 7th Annual Museum Raffle in November of 2009.

The annual event started seven years ago during the opening week of the museum in its newly relocated home in Maggie Valley, North Carolina. Raffle tickets are available now for a $10.00 donation for one or purchase 7 tickets for $50.00 and receive a free Wheels Through Time Museum T-Shirt. All proceeds from the raffle will be used to create new exhibits, enhance museum displays, and help keep us… “The Museum That Runs.”

To purchase raffle ticket(s), mail your name, address, and good phone # to the below address, with appropriate payment amount and shirt size if applicable:
Wheels Through Time Museum Annual Raffle
P.O. Box 790
Maggie Valley, NC 28751

Or you can charge tickets online! If you are charging tickets online, you agree to have your entry information transferred by hand to a raffle ticket that will be added to the pot.

If you’ve purchased seven or more tickets you qualify for a free T-Shirt from the Wheels Through Time Museum. You will be asked one size on your order form. The T-Shirt(s) will be sent to the billing address unless a shipping address is specified.

BIKERNET WORKING WITH ENGLAND’S BACK STREET HEROES MAGAZINE AND CENTURY MOTORCYCLES ON HISTORIC VINCENT STORY–Keith Ball asked me to forward some a few pictures I took of the Vincent at Century Cycles.He also thought you might be interested in seeing some of my art and my blog.http://motorcycleart.blogspot.com/

–Cheers!
–Chris Kallas

HISTORIC HAMSTER RIDE ANNUALLY TO STURGIS–For the past 5 years a group of us have ridden out from Spearfish to meet the West Coast Hamster Ride to Sturgis. It’s on the Calendar……. This year’s ride will leave Spearfish on Friday July 24th. Approx. 18 of us will do this ride. This is an awesome ride if you like to ride!!

Thursday, we’ll meet Bandit and the Bikernet contingency in Thermopiles, WY.Friday; Ride into Sturgis with West Coast Ride, ( Barry and Arlen)

–Harlan

LONDON TIMES REPORT ON IRAQ–What do you bet that when our troops all get sent home that our new President is going to take all the credit???? Ready for a shock? Below is an article from the London Times about our military. Interesting, it is! Our media coverage is shameful!

Winning Isn’t News!!

By INVESTOR’S BUSINESS DAILY

(Iraq: What would happen if the U..S. won a war but the media didn’t tell the American public? Apparently, we have to rely on a British newspaper for the news that we’ve defeated the last remnants of al-Qaida in Iraq.

London’s Sunday Times called it ‘the culmination of one of the most spectacular victories of the war on terror.’ A terrorist force that once numbered more than 12,000, with strongholds in the west and central regions of Iraq, has in over two years been reduced to a mere 1,200 fighters, backed against the wall in the northern city of Mosul. The destruction of al-Qaida in Iraq (AQI) is one of the most unlikely and unforeseen events in the long history of American warfare.

We can thank President Bush’s surge Strategy, in which he bucked both Republican and Democratic leaders in Washington by increasing our forces there instead of surrendering. We can also thank the leadership of the new general he placed in charge there, David Petraeus, who may be the foremost expert in the world on counter-insurgency warfare. And we can thank those serving in our military in Iraq who engaged local Iraqi tribal leaders and convinced them America was their friend and AQI their enemy.

Al-Qaida’s loss of the hearts and minds of ordinary Iraqis began in Anbar Province, which had been written off as a basket case, and spread out from there. Now, in Operation Lion’s Roar the Iraqi army and the U.S. .. 3rd Armored Cavalry Regiment is destroying the fraction of terrorists who are left. More than 1,000 AQI operatives have already been apprehended.. Sunday Times (London) reporter Marie Colvin, traveling with Iraqi forces in Mosul, found little AQI presence even in bullet-ridden residential areas that were once insurgency strongholds, and reported that the terrorists have lost control of its Mosul urban base, with what is left of the organization having fled south into the countryside.

Meanwhile, the State Department reports that Iraqi Prime Minister Nouri al-Maliki’s government has achieved ‘satisfactory’ progress on 15 of the 18 political benchmarks ‘a big change for the better from a year ago.’ Things are going so well that Maliki has even for the first time floated the idea of a timetable for withdrawal of American forces. He did so while visiting the United Arab Emirates , which over the weekend announced that it was forgiving almost $7 billion of debt owed byBaghdad, an impressive vote of confidence from a fellow Arab st ate in thefuture of a free Iraq .

But where are the headlines and the front-page stories about all this good news? As the MediaResearch Center pointed out last week, ‘the CBS Evening News, NBC Nightly News and CNN’sAnderson Cooper 360 were silent Tuesday night about the benchmarks ‘that signaled political progress.’ The war in Iraq has been turned around 180 degrees both militarily and politically because President Bush stuck to his guns. Yet apart from IBD, Fox News Channel and parts of the foreign press, the media don’t seem to consider this historic event a big story.

AUSTRALIAN SWAG AVAILABLE IN THE US–Bushwakka Australia had been selling the Lite-Rider to the Aussie bike industry for approx’ 15 years in a slightly different design. Now, in response from our local market we have changed the design significantly so that the swag now has a “free standing capability”. Our web site gives a detailed description and photos of this model. The new concept Lite-Rider is a much more versitle swag making it popular within the bike industry, although it has many other market applications due to its compact size when rolled up.

CURRENT:Our swags are manufactured offshore using our own specification canvas. All swags come with a full 12 month replacement warrenty however the swags are very durable and once purchased, are a “life time investment”.

WAREHOUSING:Bushwakka Australia is now stocking all 3 models swags in Aurora ILL. This allows for timely delivery anywhere in Nth USA within 4 working days. Customers can go online, fill out and fax the order form to the warehouse. Options for payment are: Credit Card, check or direct debit, all this is disclosed on the order form.

QUERIES:Should there be any queries of a technical nature all customers can e-mail me directly via the web by linking on “manufacturer inquiries”. All sales inquiries link on “customer service”

DISTRIBUTION:Bushwakka Australia is seeking retail outlets that are in the relevant industry to distribute our products. Only in the interim will we sell direct to the public as it is our aim to have a distribution network in place and provide support to them.A Business Proposal and Terms of Trade can be provided for any registered business. Promotional DVD’s and marketing materials are all included with the proposal.

–BRETT O’DONNELL
DIRECTOR
BUSHWAKKA AUSTRALIA

GAS CITY CYCLES, ALBERTA CHECKS IN– -35 degrees Celsius up here in Medicine Hat, Alberta,Canada ,but riding is just around the corner.! I?m the owner of Gas City Cycles, been fixing Harley?s for the past 18 yrs. It has been one hell of a Ride, and through all those miles , us riders come to meet some really good people who, like us love to ride to ride the hell out of the asphalt and live to the fullest. This girl is one of them.

Trayci is a local rider who went down a couple yrs ago during a local charity ride. She wasn?t spooked and got right back in the saddle. Nothing seems to knock her down in her journey,one very strong girl. She also has an incredible talent of photography. Since I?m a regular to Bikernet and the Cantina, I thought I?d send her link to you. Maybe some readers would like see some of her work.

Thanks Bandit, and friend, I just know we?re going to get through all these crazy times, just gotta work together. Canada and the USA have history of hard times, only to pull through stronger than ever.

–Darren Staruiala
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JULY ISSUE OF AMERICAN IRON CLOSING NOW–As your motorcycle industry representative for American Iron Magazine, RoadBike Magazine, and the new www.Motosportsbusiness.com, I have opened up a new office and will be having new contact information next week. FYI ? we are closing for the JULY issues now the hot buying season so if you are interested in getting ads rolling please don?t hesitate to contact me!

–John
American Iron Magazine
RoadBike Magazine
203-325-2254 FAX
johnsmo@gmail.com
www.americanironmagazine.com

Young motorcyclists and ATV riders join state lawmakers to seek lead-law exemption–Young riders, parents, state lawmakers and others concerned about the current federal ban on selling youth dirtbikes and all-terrain vehicles (ATVs) rallied on the steps of the Missouri State Capitol in Jefferson City, Wednesday, March 4, to support an exemption to the Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act (CPSIA) of 2008, the American Motorcyclist Association (AMA) reports.

The press conference that followed was organized by State Rep. Tom Self (R-Cole Camp), who also sponsored a successful Missouri House resolution urging the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) to “provide a waiver or exclusion for youth ATVs and motorcycles from the lead limit requirements of the Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act.”

Under the CPSIA, which took effect Feb. 10, manufacturers, importers, distributors and retailers are barred from making, importing, distributing or selling any product intended for children 12 and under that contains more than 600 parts per million of lead in any accessible part. According to the CPSC, that includes youth-sized motorcycles and ATVs, which include lead in such things as batteries, brakes and engines. The ban also shelves many parts needed for repair.

The CPSIA greatly concerns the AMA, the industry and the off-highway vehicle (OHV) community because it encourages parents to put their youngsters on adult-sized OHVs. There is also great concern for the survival of powersports dealers and their employees, which are already struggling given the current recession. According to the Motorcycle Industry Council, the CPSIA could lead to $1 billion in lost economic value annually for the industry.”Washington, D.C. tells us that this ban is a result of unintended consequences, effectively passing the buck,” said Ed Moreland, AMA vice president for government relations, who spoke at the rally. “That’s not good enough. These changes need to be made now before kids are injured, and thousands of small family-owned businesses are needlessly put out of business.”

Moreland added that it is ironic that the agency with which the AMA and the industry have spent years developing youth-sized OHV standards is now charged with enforcing the CPSIA, effectively rendering the standards useless.

Moreland asked all concerned parents and riders nationwide to contact their own state lawmakers to urge them to pass resolutions like Missouri’s, supporting an exemption to the law banning youth-sized motorcycles and ATVs. They also need to contact the members of their federal congressional delegations and the CPSC to demand that the law be changed to include an exemption, he said.

The easiest way to do this is to go to the Rights section of the AMA website at www.AmericanMotorcyclist.com, and then click Issues and Legislation. There, riders and their parents can contact lawmakers and the CPSC to voice their concerns.

–Source: USRiderNews

QUICK THROTTLE RIDES TO LAUGHLIN AND ARIZONA BIKE WEEK–For some of us, riding season never really ends, but the riding EVENT season is kicking off with a bang this month, and at Quick Throttle we couldn’t be more excited! In April alone we have two of the biggest – Arizona Bike Week and the Laughlin River Run.

These are two great, old school events that also attract new riders every year, and all are welcomed. Yet these two events couldn’t be more different, each possessing their own style and attitude, and both being well worth your time. If you’ve got the time, attend them both and as they say, when in Rome…do as the Bikers do!

You won’t be disappointed.In this edition of the QT Newsletter, you’ll find teasers from the March issue, which is in shops at over 1,000 locations right now. But don’t forget to look for our big April issue – it’s our 8th Anniversary! That’s right – 8 years of pretending we all have real jobs, when really all we’re doing is playin’ with bikes. Thank you all for the support, and here’s to the next 8 great years!

We’ll see ya out there,
–CD

HOTLEATHERS.COM New ladies’ apparel– Any lady riders wanna go shopping?

Have you seen our We Ride brand? The We Ride brand isn’t made for all women. This is a brand for women who sit in the drivers seat of their bike. Women taking the handle bars into their own hands is not just a trend. It’s a phenomenon! Check these shirts out!

Hot Leathers.COM has the answer to your riding apparel needs. We offer a huge variety of styles and designs for every lady rider out there. Need a new tank top or boy beater? You can find all your favorite garment styles at the lowest price!

Hot Leathers is at all the major bike rallies, and they know what’s HOT! Deep v-necks, garment dyes, tattered edges, we have all these styles in stock and ready to go. Nobody knows motorcycle apparel better then the company that leads the pack, Hot Leathers. Check out HotLeathers.com today, to get your hands on some great ladies riding apparel, leather jackets, helmets, or maybe browse around the 100’s of motorcycle related product categories.

Don’t like buying clothes online? Do you feel like you need to try it on before you buy it? That’s fine, Hot Leathers has 5 convenient year round locations. Click here to find a Hot Leathers store near you.

Are you going to any bike rallies this summer? We are! Click here to see our event schedule and rally map so you can stop by one of our many road locations.

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13th Annual Arizona Bike Week– Just in case you didn’t get enough of the perfect Arizona spring weather, 80 degree temperatures and miles of outrageous riding in 2008, we’re making big plans to do it all over again March 27th – April 5th, 2009. Start making plans now to rock ‘n roll during the 13th annual Arizona Bike Week. “Pre-Rally Days” parties and rides get in gear March 27th – March 31st with events all over the state.

Westworld opens April 1st with vendors, concerts, demo rides and more. Don’t miss out on the fun!

Visit the website at www.azbikeweek.com for a complete list of rides, events and happenings as well as discount tickets.

Victory Kinpin’s Evil Twin– Motorcycle manufacturers generally design and build models purpose-specific. Their street machine is a totally different animal then Le Tour Delux, as it should be. It’s rare a bike has the esthetic and performance for both. Ever see the Road King without saddlebags or ridden a Sporty 400 miles? It aint pretty.

Is there such a creature that can actually grace both worlds? Running with a street gang by day, yet slay hundreds of miles by night? My search for this elusive Jekyll and Hyde led me to the 2009 Victory Kingpin. Its unique platform actually boasts a larger front tire than a La Tour Delux big brother.

— By Gary (Koz) Mraz

NEVADA CALL TO ACTION to all motorcyclists– Nevada has a helmet bill introduced as of today, it is AB300. We are presenting the bill primarily as a tourism revenue generator. If your from out of state let our legislators know that you would visit and vacation in Nevada if it was a freedom of choice state.

–John Bland – NV MRF Rep. and Northern Nevada ABATE Pres.

CALL TO ACTION! ACT NOW! AMEND NEVADA’S HELMET LAW!

E-mail, Call and Write the Transportation Committee Members and ask then to support AB300.

This bill eliminates the requirement of wearing protective headgear for drivers of motorcycles who: (1) are 21 years of age or older; (2) have possessed a valid motorcycle license for not less than 1 year; and (3) have completed an approved motorcycle safety course. This bill eliminates the requirement of wearing headgear for a passenger of a motorcycle who is 21 of age or older.

You can see the bill on the Legislative web site: http://www.leg.state.nv.us

These are the key points you can use in your correspondence to the Legislators:

– Nevada has a tourism based economy and amending Nevada’s helmet law will encourage motorcyclists to visit Nevada.

– When states modify mandatory helmet laws – sales, ownership and riders sharply increase.

– Amending Nevada’s helmet law will generate millions of dollars for Nevada without raising taxes through increased motorcycle sales and tourism.

– When states modify mandatory helmet laws – sales, ownership and riders sharply increase.

– Amending Nevada’s helmet law will generate millions of dollars for Nevada without raising taxes through increased motorcycle sales and tourism.

– Helmets increase neck injuries, fatalities average 12% in all states regardless if the helmet is mandated or not.

– Motorcycles are 6% of the national traumatic brain injuries, Bicycles are 7%, Pedestrians are 13%, Occupants of Enclosed Motor Vehicles are 62%, Others are 12%. Motorcycle injuries are not a cost burden to tax payers.

Contact legislators on the Assembly Transportation Committee and ask them to support AB300

–From Cindy Hodges

JOCKEY SHIFT UNDER CONSTRUCTION–This is a mock up of the jockey shift that I am putting on the bike. I’m going to fill in the bracket with metal to take up the space and make it look better

–Eric Phillips

Divorce Vs Murder–A nice, calm and respectable lady went into the pharmacy, walked up to the pharmacist, looked straight into his eyes, and said, “I would like to buy some cyanide.”

The pharmacist asked, “Why in the world do you need cyanide?”

The lady replied, “I need it to poison my husband.”

The pharmacist’s eyes got big and he exclaimed, “Lord have mercy! I can’t give you cyanide to kill your husband. That’s against the law! I’ll lose my license! They’ll throw both of us in jail! All kinds of bad things will happen. Absolutely not! You CANNOT have any cyanide!”

The lady reached into her purse and pulled out a picture of her husband in bed with the pharmacist’s wife.

The pharmacist looked at the picture and replied, “Well now, that’s different. You didn’t tell me you had a prescription.”

–from Rik

STURGIS GLENCOE CAMPGROUND AND ROLLING THUNDER VENUE SOLD–Gary Lippold, who owned and managed the Glencoe Camp Resort and the Rock?n The Rally concert venue in Sturgis, S.D., has sold the property. The property, which sees most of its visitors during the massive Sturgis Motorcycle Rally each year, was sold for $8,595,000 to Devorah Lopez of Hacienda Heights, Calif., according to the Black Hills Pioneer. 



The paper cited a three-page document filed at the Meade County Courthouse. Sean Clark is expected to continue running the campground and outdoor stage. The Web site for the campground promises a full bar, two stages and all kinds of biker amenities like pool tables and barmaids.

The Rock?n The Rally stage was the site of some controversy at last year?s event. Larry the Cable Guy pulled out of his Aug. 5 support slot because the promoter did not have the funds to cover the performance, manager J.P. Williams told sources.

–Quick Throttle Magazine

PAUGHCO RSD-300 DROP SEAT CHASSIS–Check it out. Paughco has just released a sleek new frame that provides great lines and a perfect 23 ?? seat height. The new Right Side Drive frames accept 300 rear tires and feature a 1 ? backbone stretch, 2? diameter single front leg and 1 ?? diameter tubular swing arm.

Additionally the chassis comes with a 1? hidden axle assembly and integral forward control mounts. The Paughco 13 ? fender, oil bag and solo seat in this photo are sold separately.

Goin? Pro-Street? Try the model with 5? stretch in the backbone and 38? neck rake. The chopper version, shown here, has 4? in the backbone, 7? in the front leg and 38? neck rake.

For complete details call Paughco direct at 775-246-5738 or visit them on the Web at www.paughco.com

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BIKERNET NEWS CONTINUES BRASS BALLS BOBBERS SMOKE OUT, BELL COMPLIANCE WITH LEAD LAW, TEARIN IT UP FROM AZIERE-SATTLER AND MORE…

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BRASS BALLS BOBBERS IS HAVING A SMOKE OUT PARTY–The Smoke Out Stops At Brass Balls Bobbers on May 11, 2009 The 10th Anniversary Smoke Out is one week long and rolls into Oklahoma City on May 11, 2009 at the new World Headquarters for Brass Balls Bobbers. The chopper-jockeys are making Brass Balls their second stop on their tour across America.

Entertainment includes the hard-charging Jasmine Cain and possibly a secret, well-known special guest singer/guitar player. Check out some of the coolest chops, pro-streets, bobbers and rat rods that you have ever seen.

Click on Jasmine’s MySpace page to hear some music that really kicks asphalt!

The Brass Balls PartyLet the mayhem begin – Plan on having fun, seeing some rad rides and partying throughout the night. And bring your sled as we plan on documenting the world’s largest burnout.

Location
Headquarters
Darwin Motorcycles
401 S. Blackwelder Ave.
Oklahoma City, OK 73108
Phone: 405-270-0995
Highlighting the event is the Brass Balls’ ?Casino? night in the parking lot. No money involved, but the riders with the most chips at the end of the show cash in for some seriously cool prizes. Dar will have Blackjack and Poker tables, roulette and craps for your fun and entertainment.

–Jeff Najar

WOMEN RIDERS NOW TEAM LAUNCHES SCOOTERRIDERSNOW.COM AND TRIKERIDERSNOW.COM– New scooter and trike online magazines for enthusiasts.

March 10, 2009 (Livingston, MT) — Two of the fastest growing segments of the powersports industry are scooters and trikes so what better time to launch two new online magazines each dedicated to these markets.

ScooterRidersNow.com provides scooter enthusiasts the latest news and reviews on scooters, scooter parts and apparel, and information on the scootering lifestyle.

Similarly, TrikeRidersNow.com covers the entire three-wheeled motorcycle market with the latest news on new products, trike test rides, and parts and accessories for the trike market. Both sites invite readers to share their riding stories, send in their testimonials on the scooter or trike they ride, and comment on reviews that are published.

These two online magazines are published by Solitude Ranch Communications, the company that publishes WomenRidersNow.com, a successful online magazine aimed at women riders now in its fourth year. “The time has come for trike riders to have their own magazine dedicated to the three-wheeled lifestyle,” said Genevieve Schmitt, president of Solitude Ranch Communications and the editor of all three online magazines. “Motorcycle publications cover the trike world in a fringe sort of way. TrikeRidersNow.com is completely dedicated to three wheels and aims to be the definitive resource for all things having to do with trikes.”

Regarding scooters Schmitt said, “Scooter sales were up 41 percent in 2008 over the previous year, according to the Motorcycle Industry Council. More buyers mean more people seeking information, especially on the Internet. ScooterRidersNow.com provides scooter enthusiasts with a resource to find scooter test rides and product reviews by qualified test riders, as well as a place to connect with other scooter riders in the U.S.”

For more information on ScooterRidersNow.com and TrikeRidersNow.com, contact Genevieve Schmitt at gschmitt@womenridersnow.com, or call 406.333.4491. Images are available upon request.

JUDGE DENIES REQUEST TO STOP MYRTLE BEACH MOTORCYCLE RALLY–A federal judge has declined another request to stop Myrtle Beach from enforcing some of its ordinances to curb the spring biker rallies.

U.S. District Court Judge Terry Wooten has denied a request for an injunction filed last week by Greenville attorney Suzanne Coe on behalf of Doghouse and Steel Horse Saloon owner Don Emery, The Master’s Club, www.myrtle beachbikeweek.com and other business owners.

That injunction request, filed on Wednesday, sought to prevent Myrtle Beach from enforcing amendments and ordinances dealing with special events, noise and motorcycle helmets.

A motorcycle turns onto Ocean Boulevard traveling south, Wednesday evening as The Pilgrimage fall bike rally gets underway, 10/01/08 Photo by Charles Slate cslate@thesunnews.com Get complete biker coverage here The city began to enforce last month an ordinance that requires all riders to wear helmets in the city.

Wooten stated in his decision Wednesday that the “balance of hardships” weighs against the plaintiffs and tips in favor of the city, which asserted that the injunction would restrict the city “in its obligation and attempts to protect its residents,” motorists, pedestrians and tourists.

Wooten stated that additional work is necessary before any more decisions can be made. In December, Wooten also denied a request for an injunction filed by event promoter Mike Shank and Harley-Davidson of Myrtle Beach.

That group; two Myrtle Beach residents and motorcycle enthusiasts, Carol and William O’Day; and the group including Doghouse and Steel Horse Saloon owner Don Emery still have pending lawsuits against the city.

Lawsuits by Shank and the Doghouse group allege that the city’s new ordinances are overbroad and unconstitutional.

The Doghouse’s lawsuit also alleges the new rules restrict interstate commerce, because many of the businesses that set up shop during the rallies are from out of state.

Both lawsuits were filed in federal court in Florence.

by JANELLE FROST, thesunnews.com

–from Cindy H.

Bell Announces Compliance With Lead Law–Bell Powersports has announced that its SC-X Jr. youth motocross helmet is compliant with the new lead law. The company said it?s sending dealers a letter of assurance along with a copy of the certificate of conformity proving the helmet meets new Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act (CPSIA) guidelines.

Bell national sales manager Randy George said he?s fielded a handful of calls from dealers asking about the helmet. ?I hear some of the stories, and it?s evident that there?s a lot of confusion out there,? he said. ?The one thing I can say with certainty, however, is that dealers can continue to sell ? and consumers can continue to use ? the Bell SC-X Jr. with full confidence. All Bell powersport helmets are in compliance with the CPSIA.?

Several dealers have told Dealernews that they wish the aftermarket would send them a list of compliant youth products. To that end, we welcome any such lists and will post them here on our Web site.

The CPSIA contains sweeping guidelines made in response to high lead levels found in children?s toys. The law requires surface coatings and substrates to have lead content of less than 600 parts per million on any product intended for children age 12 and under.

HARLEY U.S. RETAIL SALES DOWN 9.4% THROUGH FEBRUARY–In an unusual interim sales report, Harley-Davidson announced that during January and February, its U.S. dealers sold 9.4 percent fewer motorcycles than they did during the same period last year. Not the end of the world, by a long shot.

Taking the entire world into account, retail sales during the two-month period were down 13 percent, pulled down by a 21.5 percent decline in international sales. U.S. retail sales represented nearly 73 percent of total worldwide sales.

Harley continues to expect to ship between 264,000 and 273,000 new motorcycles in 2009.

— Submitted by Arlo Redwine

ST. PADDY’S POKER RUNFOR “RELAY FOR LIFE”IN MEMORY OF MIKE NATIONS–MARCH 21, 2009MCMEDICAL PARKING LOT LOCATED JUST SOUTH OF SONICMONTICELLO, MS.

FOOD AVAILABLE BEGINNING AT 11:00.
CMA WILL BEGIN @ 11:30
BLESSING OF THE BIKES.
RIDE BEGINS AT APPROXIMATELY 12 NOON.
ALL PROCEEDS FROM THE DAYS EVENT WILL GO TO RELAY FOR LIFE.

WE HAVE A SPECIAL T-SHIRT BEING MADE IN MEMORY OF MIKE. YOU MAY PRE-ORDER SHIRT UNTIL FRIDAY, MARCH 13. YOU MAY DO SO BY CALLING ME AT 601-587-4870 OR 601-748-0884 OR E-MAIL ME. WE WILL NOT ORDER MANY EXTRAS!

Mikuni HSR45-5 Carburetor Easy Kit–The Mikuni HSR45 is the perfect carburetor performance upgrade kit for a Harley-Davidson motorcycle or engine also using a modified exhaust, cam kit, performance ignition, performance heads and possibly a big bore kit. Easy Kit applications include Harley-Davidson 1999 to present Twin Cam, and 1990 to ?99 Big Twin Evolution models. The HSR45 Carburetor is also the perfect choice for other after market high performance Big Twin applications.

Included in the Mikuni HSR45-5 Easy Kit is a 45mm carburetor, a stock air box adapter, and instructions. The Kit can be used with the following H-D Screamin’ Eagle higher flowing manifold kits: HDSE part numbers: 29634-00 (HTCC), or 29635-99 (TC), 29636-99 (Evo). Mikuni Carburetor Kit Part Number: HSR45-5

Contact your local dealer to order and visit www.MikuniPower.com for more information. For a copy of the newest Mikuni HSR42/45/48 Smooth bore Carburetor 6-page Brochure mail a legal size SASE to HSR Carburetor Brochure, Mikuni American Corporation, 8910 Mikuni Avenue, Northridge, CA 91324.

HARLEY-DAVIDSON ROCKER TESTING LAB REVEALED– Incidentally, as you probably know, Harley-Davidson had a helluva time with breaking fenders on the Rocker early on.Attached is a pic I took at the H-D museum of the machine that the factory engineers built to cycle the Rocker rear fender through tens of thousands of virtual road miles.

They still had problems early on, though admittedly they?re using a double-skinned alloy piece.Still, it makes you wonder about Kevin?s heavy steel units ? many more G-forces there I?d guess.

–Doc

We will bring you a report on the new Big Bear Touring bike in the near future.–Wilburn Roach

HOW CAN I START A MOTORCYCLE CLUB?– It seems to be a question I?m asked more and more now a days. The biggest problem is that most callers are a lot like me. Work, family and everything else seem to come before riding. For them their bike is the last to emerge in spring, the first to disappear in fall.

When times get tough their motorbike is the first to be sold. But they have seen the romantic version of Motorcycle Clubs offered by Hollywood in shows like Hell Ride or the Sons of Anarchy and think that could be them. They assume that all is required is a cool name and an attitude.

They want the instant recognition and respect the patch garnishes but don?t want to do the work. The truth is Motorcycle Clubs have fought and clawed their way to earn the respect of their three-piece patches. Members of Motorcycle Clubs are true outlaw bikers, 1% bikers. The club comes first, before family, before friends, before themselves.

For many the criminal exploits of their members far out weigh a speeding ticket and inhaling the occasional joint on the weekend. Most people calling me wanting to start a Motorcycle Club are far removed from that lifestyle, that way of life. They don?t realize that there is a huge difference between riding groups and Motorcycle Clubs.

Only 1% of riders are tough enough, strong enough, mean enough to be a member of a Motorcycle Club. Most riders are much better suited to being a member of a riding group. A group of friends coming together to support a charity or cause. No more harmful then your local chapter of the HOG or service clubs like the Lions or the Royal Order of Water Buffalo. So next time you get the urge to start a Motorcycle Club ask yourself if you are that true 1%er or are you like the other 99% of us.

–Uncle Monkey
Southern Independent Riders
www.stvictorboogie.com

If you are ardent about a club effort, find the chapter of the Confederation of Clubs near you and discuss it with them. They’ll spell out the rules and the process. Click on the AIM banner for more info.–Bandit

Wire Plus Introduces their New ?Classic Black Face? Round Digital Speed–oWinfield, KS- Wire Plus Powersports Electronics is proud to introduce their new, state-of-the-art ?Classic Black Face? Round Digital Instrument Panels. Designed by request, these new round digital instruments a vast array of features including speedometer, tachometer, trip odometer, all indicator light functions and new flat panel construction that measures 2.5? round with all electronics onboard. (No external brain box) The unit features super bright display technology for ?true daylight? readability with a light sensor for auto-dimming at night. (Shown is the new display overlay that is backlit for a custom look and better visibility for nighttime riding.)

These new Classic Black face speedos are available in either all chrome housing including bracket, clamp and ring with just black overlay or an all black an all black housing, clamp and bracket. Color and mounting applications are selected by part numbers. On all round digital speedos, there are various riser and T-bar mounting options available?1?, 1 ??, 1 ?? T-Bars and between 1? Risers. MSRP: $399.99.

Don?t forget that Wire Plus also manufactures rectangular models that can be mounted either on your handlebars or flush mounted in your gas tank or other areas of your sheet metal.

For those interested in obtaining more information on Wire Plus, you can reach them at (620) 221-2417 or check them out online at www.wire-plus.com or email them at sales@wire-plus.com.

A New Stefanie Aziere-Sattler painting, Titled, “Tearin it Up”– This Painting is my perspective of days spent at a Memorable Myrtle Beach Bike Week in 2007, The Unique Detroit Brothers Roadster, Drifting and Doing donuts at the end of a summer day. It was exactly what we all needed. I made a few life long friends at that rally and It began my journey in the Automotive and Motorcycle industry.

Who doesn’t enjoy tearin it up with a few donuts…Thanks for checking out my new work, the Original (13×24)is Oil on Board, A L.E. Giclee is available in two sizes, 11×22 on Art paper or Canvas,is $80.00, 9×20 Art paper or canvas is $60.00. Original priced at 1500.00 Framed.

This image is also available on 4×6 greeting cards packaged 6 for $10.00. Please contact Stefanie for interest in this image or for Custom Commissions of your choice.

–Stefanie Aziere-Sattler
Aziere Art
6104 Blue Jay Blvd.
Sedalia, Mo. 65301
660-827-6790
660-221-7792
www.chromedimpressions.com

A TORIAN CHOPPER LEATHERS SPRING FLING–Get an Old School Cool look with our Race Jacket.

A traditional styled race jacket featuring 4 external and 3 inside pockets. An inside security-zipper pocket keeps your valuables safe? all for just $199, a 35+% savings.

NOTE: Designed with a generous fit? this allows you to wear layers while you ride. Ideal for Chopper Jockeys, Bobber riders and backyard builders.

The Torian Race Jacket is made from the finest hand-selected naked cowhide. (Actually, it is the best leather that is currently available) This provides a supple feel and instills a quality that will provide years of protection while maintaining its good looks.

Get your jacket today and get ready to ride? A Torian Race Jacket comes with free shipping. Get more details here.

BIKERNET MEDICAL LAB TEAMS WITH DR. WEIL–2 Reasons to Eat Salmon.

Salmon – particularly wild-caught Alaskan salmon and canned sockeye salmon – is one of my favorite foods. Not only is salmon available fresh, frozen and canned, making it a versatile choice, salmon has plenty of health benefits – it is a good source of:

Omega-3 fatty acids, the anti-inflammatory, essential fats our bodies need for optimum health. Omega-3s offer protection against heart attack, stroke, cancer, inflammatory diseases such as rheumatoid arthritis and mental and emotional problems.

High-quality protein. A bonus is that salmon has far less saturated fat than is found in meat and poultry.Aim for 2-6 servings of fish per week (if you do not like or do not eat fish, I recommend a molecularly distilled fish oil supplement, 2-3 grams per day) and use healthful cooking methods such as baking, broiling, poaching, steaming or grilling salmon just to the point of doneness that you prefer – these will help keep your overall fat intake low.

–Dr. Weil

BIKERNET MEETS WITH ATF AND MIKE CHASE GIRL–I am sure you have had your fill of hot chicks and all…but here is AFT Customs’ latest model, a Mike Chase shoot and a “period correct” Shovel head.

–Mark
Editor, BikernetMetric

Click here to Check out BikernetMetric.com.

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BIKERNET ECONOMIC STIMULUS NEWS–MORE EVENTS COMING, MORE TV SHOWS, MORE PRODUCTS AND MORE RIDES–WHAT COULD BE BETTER?

Hey,

Bikernet’s Board of Regents, University Finance department authorized a lengthy and costly study of the economy, and we are releasing the findings today: Pay absolutely no attention to mainstream news reporting and the economy is fine. There’s documented proof right here in the Thursday News. There’s no mention of historic declines, spiraling lay-offs or disputes as to whether we’re in a recession or depression. What a handful of crap.

The main stream media should have a code or guideline to live by. First, we’re Americans and the future of America is utmost important. The media is not about finger-pointing but sharing the news, good and bad. Don’t forget the good! Let’s ride:

Master builder Craig Whitford, featured on Discovery Channel?s Biker Build-Off, announces new appearance– Texas, March 12, 2009 — Craig Whitford will be displaying some of his exquisite two- and three-wheeled creations at, Richmond Motorcycle Expo/Bikes & Ink 2009 including his Biker Build-Off trike. Whitford will also be available to sign autographs.

Owner of Hostile Cycles, a division of CC Trikes and Custom Bikes located in Terrell, Texas, Whitford is known for his unique builds, each fabricated from the ground-up and finished with skillful, creative paint designs. His passion for bike-building is evident in his exploration of the boundaries of his craft.

Whitford?s exquisite line of custom trikes and bikes is a major crowd pleaser at motorcycle venues, as is his congeniality and ability to entertain. He has a calm and subdued nature, but as a former pro wrestler, he?s the center of attention when the opportunity arises.

For more information about Craig Whitford, or to schedule an interview or appearance, please call (972) 524-9476 or (214) 497-3188, or e-mail info@hostilecycles.com.

— Carol Mittelsdorf

BIKERNET UNIVERSITY CULTURAL STUDY FINDINGS– A man in the company of a hot, suggestively dressed woman must remain sober enough to fight.

Never hesitate to reach for the last beer or the last slice of pizza, but not both, that’s just greedy.

If you compliment a guy on his six-pack, you’d better be talking about his choice of beer.

Never join your girlfriend or wife in discussing a friend of yours, except if she’s withholding sex pending your response.

–Sarge

PIN-UP DEAL OF THE WEEK–TO GO STRAIGHT TO OUR WEBSITE AND ORDER YOUR PACK OF PIN-UP POSTCARDSCLICK ON WEBSITE BELOW

–www.tcbmagazine.com.au

Bonhams & Butterfields? Inaugural Quail Lodge Motorcycle Auction – 9 May 2009 in Carmel, California– Based on the success of Bonhams & Butterfields? annual collectors? motorcar auctions, held on the luscious lawns of the Quail Lodge Resort and Golf Club in Carmel, California, the West Coast?s leading fine art auctioneers today announced they will partner with Quail Lodge to hold its first vintage motorbikes sale from Carmel — on Saturday, May 9th, 2009 ? to be held during the first annual The Quail Motorcycle Gathering, an event showcasing the finest motorcycles from the past, present and future.

Bonhams & Butterfields Motorcars Division has had record-setting success offering motorcars, automobilia and collectibles each August at Quail Lodge during the wildly popular The Quail, A Motorsports Gathering. In 2008, the Bonhams offering set three world auction records, featured five motorcars selling for multi-million-dollar bids, and totaled more than $21-million. Mark Osborne, Vice President and Director of the Bonhams US Motorcar Dept., said, ?Much anticipation is likely for another Quail Lodge Gathering topped off with a Bonhams & Butterfields auction. Building on the eleven years of thrilling auctions in Carmel, we?re assembling an impressive collection of bikes for May.?

Highlights of the Bonhams auction include multiple motorcycles to be offered with no reserve — always enticing to collectors and aficionados. A 1920 ABC Sopwith TT, estimated at $10,000-12,000, features an advanced wet-sump lubricated horizontal opposed twin, while a 1905 Orion Single could bring $24,000-28,000. Both of these no-reserve motorcycles stem from private collections and offer an opportunity to acquire very rare and unique motorcycles. One of the auction?s star lots will be the 1959 BMW R69, a restored, matching numbers example featuring a large capacity Hoske long-distance tank and a rare factory option tachometer, estimated at $25,000-35,000. The sale will also include automobilia, with racing posters and collectibles.

?This will be our newest addition to the series of world class motorsports events held here at Quail Lodge, and with our partner Bonhams & Butterfields, we will continue developing the event, with the goal of its becoming the most respected Motorcycle gathering,? says Sarah Cruse, Quail Lodge General Manager.

The inaugural event?s theme will feature “The History of the Motorcycle,” opening entrants to both pre- and post-war eras of sport and racing motorcycles. The Quail Lodge team has joined with leading motorcycle manufacturers, dealerships, accessories and lifestyle vendors, promising that the event will deliver much excitement for all, in an intimate setting.

Bonhams & Butterfields will present its illustrated auction catalog online in the weeks preceding the May sale at www.bonhams.com/us, and consignments are invited. For more information on Motoring sales at Bonhams & Butterfields, please visit: www.bonhams.com/motors .

THE ON-GOING BIKERNET SAFARI WILD SEARCH FOR APES–The first picture of the Sunday post has a chick in a bikini and a guy behind her on a bike with apes. Know what kind of apes they are?? I’ve been searching all over for bars like that. Please help!

While you’re at it, what do you think of the grip ace?

–Jim
Jim Braniecki

Check later in the news for new Biker’s Choice Apes, or check the Flanders web site.–Wrench

DAYTONA LAST DAY–Ah, the last shot on the last day of Bike Week from a Bikernet Reader.

AMI JAMES READS TATTOO MAGAZINE–World wide tribe, that is the new name for Ami James latest show. Coming up later this year. Ami

–SHERIFFMEDIAGROUP
S-36030 LAMMHULT
SWEDEN

BIKERNET 15-STATE VICTORY VISION ROAD TEST–WOW great article and well written and plenty of bike information, very well done! The article is ?15 STATES ON A VISION Check the Road Test All the Dirt, Sand, Dust and Bad Roads? Is there anyway to get a copy of the map he followed I will be out that way this spring on my new Harley Tri Glide and I would love to cover the same 8000 he did. Please let me know if you can.

Love your page and articles and have for years!

–Randy B.

FATBOB MOCK-UP–Hey, here is the mockup, just tacked. It is set up for a stock fx frontend. It looks really highboyed though. It should be up and running by late April. It is all handmade by Bird. Im digging the look the seat post is 2.5 inches lower than stock, thus giving it the HB look. Talk to you soon.

–FATBOB

The setup allows using stock beltdrives, just cut the teeth off the 45 and press and pin to the belt front pulley.

QUOTE OF THE WEEK–“It is the greatest of all mistakes to do nothing because you can only do a little.” Author Sydney Smith, quoted in the St. Louis Post-Dispatch, from The Week Magazine.

BIKERNET HISTORY DEPARTMENT DISCOVERY–Tour de France 1940

–from Ramon

Jack is schedule to rock this joint in San Fran in the near future.

JACK DA HAT LUNA CD RELEASE WITH LAST STOP RECORDS AND CD BABY– NOW YOU CAN PURCHASE THE CD OR DOWNLOAD IT TO YOUR COMPUTER OR I POD. With Digital Distribution, my music will be available for sale on the following services and more:

Apple iTunes
Downloadable program for Mac and Windows.
Rhapsody
Downloadable program for Windows, based more towards playing/streaming/listening than downloading.
eMusic
Subscription service where members can download up to 40 tracks per month of high-quality MP3 files.
Amazon
Yep. They now have an mp3 store!
Napster
Downloadable program for Windows. Subscription and a la carte service. Verizon V-CAST

DON’T FORGET TO CHECK OUT THE LINKS FOR LIVE SHOW PERFORMANCES AND MUSIC VIDEOS FROM YOU TUBE , LAST STOP RECORDS, MY SPACE, AND THE HOTEL UTAH JUKEBOX.

–http://cdbaby.com/cd/jackdahatluna

US RIDER NEWS GIVE PERMISSION TO BIKERNET– I received this from my friend Lynne who also writes for US Rider News. She has given permission to forward and to be used by other. That Being You LOL

This is more than just Myrtle Beach. It is time for the Protests to Start All Over The Country on Motorcycle Issues. Since I do have some experience in that area I will be helping as I can.

I may not be able to attend everyone but I am sure I can find some one to photograph and do a article on them.The more the protests get ink the more people will attend and we can eventually change things around.We did this years ago and we can do it again. RIDE FREE

–Rogue
Sturgis Freedom Fighters
Motorcycle Hall Of Fame Member 2005
www.bikerrogue.com

GIVE US LIBERTY!
By Lynne Hendrix ? SC – Lake Murray Abate
(With special thanks to Ralph, Dean, Fred & Don)
From the Midlands of SC

The invitation was to meet up outside of Lexington at the Barnyard Flea Market and ride together to Murrell?s Inlet. The weather forecast the day before was rather bleak, prompting a few phone calls to verify what was billed as the ?Myrtle Beach Helmet Freedom Ride? was taking place (despite having a published rain date). It was ON!

Getting up so very early in the a.m. was difficult enough, actually getting to Sam?s seemed like a daunting task in the gray sludgy morning. Arriving at the Barnyard I spotted the riders under the shelter, and realized I knew all of them. We exchanged our hellos and did a quick review of the plan?on to Jimmy?s in Sumter and later to the Bo Jangles in Manning, both stops to join with any waiting fellow adventurers.

On to Jimmy?s it was. Their was hot coffee and cheerful encouragement here. We exchanged pleasantries and anticipated the actual ride. After waiting about 20 minutes past the appointed time, we departed for Manning…

As I followed these motorcyclists I wondered at the effort and energy they put forth on a weekend?a day off?Saturday?Cold, nasty weather?Wouldn?t they rather be inside warm and snug? (probably?.)

They rode on in the wet and the cold. Along the way they came to a railroad track and as they crossed, the water shot into the air looking like a gray clammy sheet springing up out of the road and wrapping around each of them in turn. They were road warriors coping with nature?s elements on the way to do battle with ?elements? of man. Whether you agree with them or not, one must admire folks with convictions of principle this strong.

At times these skilled riders disappeared into the fog, only one visible as the silvery fabric across the shoulders of his jacket shimmered faintly, and then they would all mysteriously return back into sight. Around a curve in perfect formation, they seemed to blend into one lone tall shadowy motorcycle. On the long straight stretches they blended into only two vehicles. In and out they appeared to weave in the mist.

Arriving in Manning, a fuel stop and joining of another adventurer. The band of ?like minded?s? continued on to the Beaver Bar to join in raising a voice of protest. The group grew in small numbers as a rider or a pair would come in. All got a chuckle when an adventurer came in pulling a helmet behind him on a rope.

Round about discussions hit upon many topics: Where was the multitude? Did you bring a helmet? Are you riding with or without your lid? Are our citizens going to endorse the discriminatory targeting of motorcyclist by the city of Myrtle Beach? Why haven?t more people realized that a municipality has enacted ordinances that seem to be in direct conflict with existing State laws? How can this be? Where are the vast numbers that should be here to help raise the alarm?

The parking lot was comfortably full (not overflowing) and noon had arrived. Adventurers from all over SC had arrived as well as from NC, FL, VA and MI to name only a few other states. A call to attention went out along with an invitation to any one wishing to depart shortly might want to be aware of some things. The advisors re-iterated the ordinances and the penalties as they currently stand. Riders were encouraged to show their protest as they were comfortable ? with our without a lid. This ride was about a show of support against the discriminatory practices of one city! Participants were advised to make sure to follow instructions from any police officer and to not interfere with the officers performing their jobs. A brief thank you to those present and it was time to mount up and ride.

It has been reported that 100 rode into the city down Ocean Blvd., where they were met with a barrage of blue lights. In a peaceful act of civil disobedience, those targeted pulled over and accepted their citations. Riders continued down Ocean Blvd. turned onto 29th and then down Kings Hwy.

Four dozen tickets had been claimed as prizes by these seekers of Liberty.

Such was the day?s adventure done. Everyone re-convened at the Beaver Bar where hotdogs & hamburgers were served up. Riders warmed themselves by the fire and in the glow of the shared adventure of defending the rights of the citizens of SC.

If you have still not realized?the Myrtle Beach Helmet Freedom Ride (also known as the ?Not a Dime in 2009 Ride?) wasn?t at all about helmets or even actually about the MB Rally. It was and continues to be about protecting the citizens of SC from municipalities enacting ordinances, rules or regulations that supersede state laws for whatever reason. The SC State Law requires those under 21 to wear a helmet, thus allowing ?those who ride, to decide?. So what will be next? Will you stand idly by while one city in SC discriminates and targets one group? If so, will you be in the next group that is targeted? DECIDE and take a stand! Isn?t that what ABATE (A Brotherhood Against Totalitarian Enactments) is all about?

PAUGHCO DIY GAS TANKS–Check this out. Paughco is now offering a number of their trend setting gas tanks in kit form! That?s right; you can purchase tank halves separately or in pairs along with all the hardware required to custom fabricate your own tank. And you can do it without breaking the bank. Symmetrical styles are sold each, meaning each half individually, and they start at just $74.95 each.

The Sportster style is a single shell and those that require a matching right and left side are sold in pairs. While you?re at it you will want to grab a tank bung, tunnel and appropriate fittings. No matter if you?re a Pro, apprentice metal fabricator or home builder these pieces allow you to do-your-own-thing and save a few bucks in the process.

For complete details contact Paughco at 775-246-5738 or catch them on line at www.paughco.com

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The dangerous Buck Lovell.

We recently discovered an old magazine editor in the corner of the Kendon Trailer and Lift manufacturing shop. He was sweeping up lathe shavings and filtering old cutting oil to be reused. Buck’s been around the business since Ed Roth published his miniature chopper book in the ‘60s.

Buck knows how to capture mechanical art.

” I’ve been riding American motorcycles since 1968 when I purchased a 1947 Indian Chief with sidecar from a CMC prison guard who lived in Shell Beach, California.”

He started rambling on about his old motorcycles before I could explain why I was sneaking through the Kendon Manufacturing facility. Actually I was there to see about some side panels for my light portable Kendon tubular lift I purchased recently. One of the employees told me I might know the old fart in the back sweeping up.

A true history piece on a ’03 Indian motor.

”The Chief had a Harley-Davidson style mousetrap and hand clutch assembly installed with the Indian rocker foot-clutch pedal attached to the shift tower. This was supposed to give me a foot shift mechanism on a motorcycle that was originally sold with foot clutch hand shift.”

1916 Excelsior Twin with Sidecar, a classic.

I recognized the long frizzy hair and massive beard immediately, but I couldn’t tell if he recognized me. He seemed to glance up, but then stared back at the metal-shaving laden concrete deck and continued to sweep, carefully. I remembered his photography from his years at HOT BIKE. He was good and knew a classic scooter when he spotted one. He went on about his first motorcycle as if I was interviewing him for a Bikernet profile article. I wanted parts for my Kendon lift.

A photographic classic.

“I rode the motorcycle home to Santa Maria, California running on one cylinder and in second gear. It was 19 slow miles of spitting and popping. When I arrived in Santa Maria, I took the bike to a gas station where a friend of mine was working as a mechanic, he cleaned the points and spark plugs and the motor started running on both cylinders.

” Some Indian riders from Ventura hunted me down, three weeks later, having heard about my Indian purchase. They took the mousetrap off the bike and scolded me, ‘Don’t ever put Harley-Davidson parts on an Indian.’ They attached the rocker clutch pedal correctly and reattached the hand shift lever to the shift tower, and I was in business. I was now a biker. I extended the front fork 14 inches. The front end was so long the kickstand wouldn’t hold the bike up. I had to lengthen the kickstand.”

The main-stay of the chopper world for years as the bobber became a chopper.

“Shut the fuck up, Buck,” I shouted. “I came here for parts, goddamnit.”

”Friday Night” by Buck Lovell.

“Here me out Bandit,” Buck said and his eyes slammed into mine. “I got invited to a biker wedding in Lompoc, California sometime in 1974. There was a big biker party in the local riverbed after the wedding.

And after all was said and done I was charged with 15 counts of assault with a deadly weapon and one of attempted murder. What a fucking party huh?

Rivera Engineering partner’s classic Pan.

”What’s the fuckin’ point, Buck,” I said beginning to pace the well-swept deck?

Shot looks like an Eric Herrmann painting.

“I need a favor,” Buck said, “so listen up. I rode Indian motorcycles for many years before switching totally to Harley-Davidson. My first H-D was a 1949 EL with 74 inch flywheels, and an M-74 Linkert carburetor. I bought it from a biker type dude in 1976 in Petaluma, California after seeing an ad in the local paper. When I went to see the bike the transmission was gone. The owner had taken the trans to the local Harley-Davidson shop for repairs and didn’t have the money to retrieve it. I went the Harley shop and paid the bill, got the transmission and took it back to the owner. He installed it, the inner primary cover, primary chain, and outer primary cover. I paid $1500 for a rigid frame, 1949 EL (stroked to 74), with jockey shift (jockey top on the trans, no ratchet top) no front brake (21-inch wheel out front), 15-over wide glide with about a half-inch rake. The foot clutch pedal was in reality a foot shift lever. Even though I had lots of experience riding foot clutch, I damn near hit both sides of the owner’s gate when leaving his yard.”

Lolo’s Knuck engine. I like the riding crop dangling off the bars, a threatening jesture, especially to the girls.

“I rode this machine from Petaluma to San Jose, and ran out of gas only once. The Linkert had no air cleaner, and it kept sucking my bell bottom pant leg into the venturi causing the motor to quit. After three or four stops and kick starts, I caught on. It had a 2.5 gallon Sportster tank mounted on the top rail, Frisco style. The reserve was broken on the petcock. The Linkert carb provided about 45-50 miles to the gallon, but riding was such a blast that occasionally I forgot to get gas.”

Another classic, the “Purple Pan”.

”That’s cool, Buck, but what’s the deal,” I stammered trying to get to the point? “We’re burnin’ daylight.”

Tough looking Shovelhead, “The Real Deal” according to Buck. Shovels represent tough times for me. I grew up with the bastards. They were tough on the factory.

“I started taking pictures of motorcycles and motorcycle events long before motorcycling was considered acceptable by most citizens of this fine country. I became a freelance photojournalist and made prints of parties I attended and other events. Iron Horse Magazine published my first motorcycle magazine article in 1979. It was a multi-photo feature-bike layout of Stan Dishong’s 1941 Crocker motorcycle.”

Pans are my favorite, but Evo represent all the best in the V-Twin era and Harley-Davidson. The stand for freedom, reliability, performance and the good times. This is Rick’s Chopper and a salute to Jesse and WCC.

“Yeah,” I said?

Roger’s Chopper will ring a bell with Bob T. and all the old school guys.

I recently published a police motorcycle photographic history book titled American Police Motorcycles. I have always been an Antique and Classic motorcycle fan, and police motorcycles have traditionally been the least preserved of all American motorcycle categories. I decided about 25 years ago to start collecting photos to be used as a historical perspective of the way the motorcycle was used in traffic law enforcement and as an emergency response tool. The book displays the bulk of those collected photos.”

”What’s that got to do with me,” I said? I respect cops, but I’m not a fan. You want to sell me a book? I came here for lift parts.”

”Hold on goddamnit,” Buck snapped. “I’m getting close. I only recently started selecting images to display and sell. I haven’t yet dug into my black & white photo archives. Motorcycles have always been works of art to me, art that is both functional, as well as something to enjoy looking at, either in motion or on display. While building custom motorcycle with originality is becoming increasingly difficult these days, I’m never tired of looking at all the different machines produced by today’s creative builders.”

“My only caveat, when photographing a motorcycle, is that the machine must be a rider, or was a rider in the past. If it can’t be ridden, it ain’t a motorcycle. I’ve always said, If it has a radio, a radiator, a windshield, and cruise control, it ain’t a motorcycle–it’s a car. “

I started scratching my head in wonderment. He had some goddamn angle up his sleave.

Classic Swedish Chopper with a 36-over springer.

”Come on,” Buck said. “Take a look at my motorcycle photos; I had a lot of fun taking the photos during the last 30 years. Maybe sell some of my prints on Bikernet. I still commute 80-90 miles round trip to work and back on a motorcycle, and will continue to do so as long as I can.

Riding a motorcycle is the last American freedom.

Riding a Harley-Davidson motorcycle is still the most fun one can have with our clothes on!

”So that’s it,” I said. “Why didn’t you say so. No problem. Let it be written, let it be done.” We’ve selected three that are featured In the Gulch or Bikernet Black Market . Check ‘em out, but if you’d like one of these just drop us a note. They’re signed limited edition archival quality prints.

“So how about the parts, Buck,” I said? Actually Buck is the marketing guy for Kendon. We will run some article on Kendon’s newest lift in the near future.

–Bandit

BIKERNET NEWS FINALE

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BIKERNET 5-BALL RACING TEAM OFFICIAL ART REWORKED BY THE MASTER– Like planned, I finished reworking the Racing Team art last week.Now it’s closer to my original vision and the digital color study.It looks even better than the photo. Hope to get a better image with a scan.

Here’s what I did.1. 5 Ball: Reworked the highlight, added secondary reflections and shading

2. Helmet: Shaded near edge and under women, Blue pinstriped the scallops, and highlighted.

3. Background: Reworked the blue outlines (they faded), and darkened outer edges with airbrush.

4. Sprayed entire art with satin clear coat to protect.

All that’s left is to scan it for a better image for my files, put it back in frame,and write the Step-by-Step process from start to finish.

I’ll likely also post the step by step on my blog, and hopefully you will post the process on Bikernet.

There will be about 18-20 images for the whole process.

–CGK

Signed prints could be available, just speak up and we’ll get prices.–Sin Wu

FIGHT TERRORISM– AMERICA– This MUST be done !!!!It is a sin for an Islamic male to see any woman other than his wife naked and he must commit suicide if he does.

So next Sunday at 4:00 PM, all AMERICAN women are asked to walk out of their house completely naked to help weed out any neighborhood terrorists.

Circling your block for one hour is recommended for this anti -terrorist effort.All men are to position themselves in deck chairs in front of their house to prove they are not terrorists and to demonstrate that they think it’s okay to see nude women other than their wife and to show support for all AMERICAN women.

And since the Koran also does not approve of alcohol, a cold six-pack at your side is further proof of your anti-terrorist sentiment.

The AMERICAN Government appreciates your efforts to weed out terrorists and applauds your participation in this anti terrorist activity.

IT IS YOUR DUTY

–from Michael Boen

AUSTRALIAN SHOW WINNER CHECKS IN– Thanks for the interest in my latest bike, here’s a bit of info about it.I just picked up the title of National Australian Custom Bike Championand picked up a beauty of a prize and a S&S 93cu knucklehead engine supplied by Australia’s East coast custom, which I am sure will come in handy for my next project.

I go by the name RHC “Robb Handcrafted Cycles.” The current bike is a ’69 XLCH Sportster fitted with big valves, heavy porting, P cams, an S&S super E, and a Joe Hunt magneto. I radically modified the cam cover, rocker boxes and kick shaft support, and fitted an alternator conversion. This is all sitting in a 1-inch off a 4130 chromemoly custom chassis built by a great mate, Luke from Gworks Custom Cycles.

Front end comes via a Ducati 916, a set of blackstone tech carbon fiber wheels keep it off the ground, and everything was handmade, including all the carbon fiber work which consist of tanks, seat, primary cover, rear guard, chain guard, exhaust shield, which reminds me a lot of work went into the exhaust which exits under the bike through an aluminum muffler. The heat shields keep the heat away from the rear set controls, which I fabed up too. All the brake rotors are one-off, which make this puppy stop on a dime. I am extremely happy with the bike’s handling in the go, turn, stop department. The bike only weighs 357pounds.

I think there were not too many parts on the bike that didn’t escaped heavy modification in one way or another. The bike has been so well accepted down here since it’s very rideable, practical bike. Also it wasn’t a big dollar bike built in a fully equipped workshop, just one guy, in his shed out in the backyard! Now my plans are set on the AMD 2010 with the knucklehead!!

–Dylan

JUDGE LETS MYRTLE BEACH BIKER LAWS RIDE– Disappointed with a judge’s ruling Tuesday to allow Myrtle Beach’s new bike rules to take effect as planned, two city residents suing the city because of its efforts to curb the May bike rallies have vowed to fight on.

“This isn’t about the rallies. This is about the freedoms we have,” said resident, motorcyclist and motel owner William O’Day. “As soon as you stop fighting for your freedoms, you lose them.”

Horry County Circuit Court Judge Michael Baxley declined to side with O’Day and his wife, Carol O’Day, on Tuesday and stop the city from enforcing its new helmet law and an amendment to its noise ordinance specifying required labeling on mufflers.

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?Meanwhile, the Myrtle Beach City Council on Tuesday afternoon passed the first draft of an ordinance repealing the amendment to the noise law that requires Environmental Protection Agency labels on mufflers, saying it was redundant now that it has set a decibel limit for nonemergency motor vehicles. The ordinance requires a second approval, but if it passes, it could negate the second count of the O’Days’ lawsuit. The revision also included repealing the portion of the law that said all vehicles must have continuously functioning mufflers, because the state already has such a law.

The O’Days’ attorney, Virginia-based Tom McGrath, asked Baxley to rule immediately because some of the new laws, including the helmet law, go into effect Saturday.

Baxley declined to prohibit the city from holding administrative hearings to deal with the civil infractions that will result from some of the 15 laws and amendments it passed last fall.

McGrath called the system a “motorcycle court” that has not been overseen by the state, and said the S.C. law has no provision allowing the city to create an administrative court process for civil infractions.

After listening to both sides and asking several questions of each, Baxley took about 15 minutes to make his decision, saying the lawsuit will still go forward, but that because the helmet law is not in effect yet and no hearings have been held in the administrative court, it’s too soon to say they should be stopped.

Cindy Graham Howe, representing the city, contended the civil infraction tickets that will be handed out for motorcyclists and scooter riders not wearing helmets will not be any different than parking tickets.

Co-attorney Michael Battle addressed McGrath’s argument by saying that impounding motorcycles for muffler violations is no different than what is done for other vehicle defects such as a broken tail light or headlamp.

The city said it passed the helmet law to help prevent serious head injuries and deaths.

“The state law says helmets are required for people under 21, period. We would like the state to pass a helmet law for everyone, but it hasn’t, so we did,” city spokesman Mark Kruea said.

But the O’Days’ supporters are skeptical.

“If the city is so concerned about our safety, why did they wait until now to make a helmet law?” Michele Taylor asked. “Where were they 25 years ago?”

She said she went to Tuesday’s hearing to support her friends, and even though the O’Days are the only plaintiffs in the lawsuit, “they speak for all of us.”

–from Rogue

DAYTONA BEACH AREA EVENTS– Coleslaw Wrestling at Sopotnik’s Cabbage Patch: March 4: Tomoka Farms Rd., Samsula. 386-428-5459.

Riverfront Park: Feb. 27-March 8: 9 a.m. – 8 p.m.: Harley-Davidson Factory Road Tour and Museum, vendor village, custom bike builders and displays, OEM displays, free live entertainment, beer gardens, parts and accessory installation areas, food court, product sampling, J&P Cycles. 407-721-9110.

Smiley’s Tap: Feb. 27-March 8: World Famous $7 BBQ Buffet, music, outside beer garden, vendors, awesome food & nightly bon fires – 1161 N. US1, Ormond Beach. 386-677-9609.

Wise Guys Watering Hole: Feb. 27-March 8: Live music including Demanufacture, Sixty Watt Sun, The Trans Ams, The Jokers, and Big Block. 415 Main St., Daytona Beach. 386-492-7901.

Bank & Blues Club: Feb. 27-March 8: The Razorbacks jumpstart Bike Week a night early Thursday, Feb. 26 at 9 p.m. and headline nightly except Monday. Toots Lorraine & Traffic, Mike Dugan & Blues Mission are opening acts. Mark Hodgson performs final Friday and Saturday afternoon. 701 Main St., Daytona Beach. 386- 252-9877.

Cheyenne Saloon: Feb. 27-March 8: Outback bar, BBQ ribs & smoked turkey legs, games, contests, live bands – Breakfast buffet daily 7-11 a.m.. – Hwy 17 S., East Palatka, FL 32131 (2 Miles South of the Memorial Bridge) 386-328-9216. www.cheyennesaloon.com/.

Dirty Harry’s: Feb. 27-March 8: Classic & Modern Rock featuring KGB, Lick & Crashrocket – Wet T Contests with cash prises led by Cowboy at 2 p.m., 3:30 p.m., 5 p.m. and 7 p.m.p.m. — Ultimate Babe Contest final Saturday at 7 p.m. – Great grub, cigars & souvenirs – 705 Main St., Daytona Beach. 386- 252-9877.

First Turn Steakhouse & Sports Lounge: Feb. 27-March 8: Live Rock & Roll Bands, 3,000 sq.ft. Tiki Bar – Contests, Karaoke, Food, Liquor & Beer – 5236 N. US1, Port Orange. 386- 788-5434.

Froggy’s Saloon: Feb. 27-March 8: 7 a.m.-3 a.m. Music day & night, food, souvenirs & more – 800 Main Street, Daytona Beach. 386-254-8808. http://www.froggyssaloon.com

Full Moon Saloon: Feb. 27-March 8: Indoor Stage featuring Kid Ridlyn, Grip & Bad Mannerz — Outdoor Stage featuring Stone Throw, BroadBentBetty, Hypersona & more — Best Bootie Contests — Home of the $2 Bloody Marys & $3 Margaritas – 700 Main St., Daytona Beach. 386- 253-1944.

Gilly’s Pub 44 Riverfront: Feb. 27, 2009 – March 8: Live entertainment everyday Noon-2 a.m. – Dan Lawson, L 3-36, Steve Hagman, Riverdan Band, & Mini Kiss – Huge Patio to sight see – Great Food – 115 Main St., Daytona Beach. 386-226-3000.

Live Bands everyday, contests & prizes – 310 Main St., Daytona Beach. 386-257-2007. www.boothillsaloon.com Gilly’s Pub 44: Feb. 27-March 8: Live entertainment everyday from Noon-2 a.m. – Big Engine, Mini Kiss, Close Enough, Riverdan Band, Iced Down, Dan Lawson & Geneva, L 3-16 – Free Parking over 2000 Bikes – 1889 SR 44, New Smyrna Beach. 386-428-6523.

Deadwood Saloon: Feb. 27-March 8: All prices stay the same all year long – Great food, full liquor, great entertainment – Lots of fun & giveaways – 1081 N. US Hwy 1, Ormond Beach. 386-672-3030.

Cycle Week at Daytona International Speedway: Feb. 27-March 1: AMA Pro SunTrust Moto-GT Series, Championship Cup Series & American Sportbike Racing Association practice, qualifying & racing – Daytona International Speedway. 1-800-PITSHOP.

31st Annual Daytona Bike Week Swap Meet: Jam-On Productions: Feb. 27-March 8: Buy, sell, trade – Live music daily – Good food & cold beer – Daytona Flea Market, Tomoka Farms Rd., Daytona Beach. 301-864-3028.

Smiley’s 34th Annual Pig Roast: March 1, 2009: Music, outside beer garden, vendors & nightly bonfires – 1161 N US1, Ormond Beach. 386-677-9609.

Saturday, Feb. 28: Greg Allman in concert at the Coca-Cola pavilion. Tickets are $35 ($37 day of show) plus surcharges available at www.daytonabeachconcerts.com as well as

Pub 44 locations and the Destination Daytona hotel. More info at 386-671-7103. — Thursday, March 5: World War Cage Fighting at the Coca-Cola Pavilion. Tickets are $75 ringside $50 preferred $25 General Admission. Doors open at 6 p.m. — Saturday, March 7: Jackyl in concert at the Coca-Cola pavilion. Gates open at 6:30 p.m. Tickets are $8 available at www.daytonabeachconcerts.com as well as Pub 44 locations and the Destination Daytona hotel. More info at 386-671-7103.

–Rogue

TIMELESS MOTOR COMPANY COMPETES WITH 5-BALL FACTORY RAC, introduces two vintage 1910 motorcycle reproductions.

These Vintage Motorcycles draw passion wherever they are seen. Manufactured as close as possible to the original 1910 specifications, the engine retains the feel of the day, and provides the owner an authentic and unique motorcycle riding experience of a bygone era. Available in two models, the Classic Street Bike and the Glory of the Past Board Track Bike. For more info visit Timeless Motor Company

http://www.timelessmotorcompany.com/vintage/

–Source: USRiderNews

Bikernet Studio reports on the latest D&D Slip on pipes for Triumph Touring Rocket III motorcycles– They sound great and pump up that crazy power.

Triumph 2294cc is the world?s largest capacity production motorcycle. But, despite the impressive capacity of this amazing machine, it was designed first and foremost to be ridden. A good turning circle, seamless fuel injection and a low center of gravity combine to make maneuverings at low speed surprisingly easy. Check out more videos and radio shows in the Bikernet Studio.

–Jeff Najar

ROW (RIGHT-OF-WAY) BILL FILED IN NEW MEXICO–A Failure to Yield the Right of Way bill has been introduced in New Mexico by State Representative Rick Miera, a longtime motorcyclists? rights advocate and member of the National Coalition of Motorcyclists Legislative Task Force (NCOM-LTF).

The bill will increase the penalties imposed for Failing to Yield the Right of Way. The current penalties for Failure to Yield is a fine of $25.00 to $50.00 no matter the severity of the accident. Careless driving which also falls under the Failure to Yield Statutes is only a $125.00 fine! HB 290 would increase the penalties to $200.00 or 30 day suspension of driver?s license causing NO great bodily harm or death. Great Bodily harm would hold a penalty of $500.00 or 30 day suspension of driver?s license. Failing to Yield causing Death would hold a penalty of $1000.00 or 6 months suspension of driver?s license.

HB 290 is now headed to the Transportation and Public Works Committee, and concerned riders are being asked by the New Mexico Motorcyclists Rights Organization, ABATE and the Confederation of Clubs to contact their legislators seeking support for the proposed ROW legislation. Your state rep can be contacted by calling the switchboard at (505) 986-4300.

HOPE SPRINGS ETERNAL FOR FEMALE RIDERS AT DAYTONA BIKE WEEK–Riders Band Together to Find a Cure for Neuromuscular Disease and Enjoy the Open Road.

MILWAUKEE (February 26, 2009) ? For thousands of female motorcyclists, hope springs eternal at Daytona Beach Bike Week this year. As a new day dawns on the motorcycle riding season, female riders hope for two wheels and hundreds of miles of open blacktop, clear skies, wind in their face, breathtaking sunsets and unique experiences with their fellow riders. They also share hope to find a cure for neuromuscular disease.

During this year?s 68th Annual Daytona Beach Bike Week, thousands of female riders and Harley-Davidson Motor Company are banding together to help the Muscular Dystrophy Association (MDA) make their hope of finding a cure for neuromuscular disease a reality. The Motor Company has planned two special initiatives for female riders to help raise funds for the MDA:

?Wall For Hope: Harley-Davidson will feature a ?signature wall? in the Women?s Interactive Experience area at the Daytona Beach Ocean Center from Saturday, February 28 through Saturday, March 7, 2009. Riders and non-riders alike can showcase their support for the MDA and their efforts to find a cure for neuromuscular disease by signing the special Wall For Hope. The Motor Company will make a $1.00 donation for every signature on the wall to the MDA.
?2nd Annual Harley-Davidson Women?s Day Ride: The ride will take place on Tuesday, March 3, 2009, and feature hundreds of women riders who will ride triumphantly through the streets of Daytona celebrating their freedom and passion for riding and the MDA. All of the riders participating in the ride were encouraged to secure pledges and donations from their friends and families to support MDA Summer Camp programs across the country. The top three fundraisers will receive a Harley-Davidson jacket and anyone who raises more than $600 will receive an exclusive MDA charm. Last year?s ride raised almost $67,000 for MDA Summer Camps.

?The events we have planned for Daytona celebrate the collective passions that are inherent in all female riders ? love for the open road, camaraderie with fellow riders and the desire to share their passion and help others,? said Leslie Prevish, women?s outreach manager, Harley-Davidson. ?Harley-Davidson has a longstanding commitment to the MDA and we are proud to continue that commitment with our family of female riders.?

In addition to the Wall for Hope and the Women?s Day Ride, the Motor Company is also hosting the Women?s Interactive Experience area at the Ocean Center throughout Bike Week and will be celebrating Women Riders Day on Wednesday, March 3, 2009. Experienced women riders or those just looking for information on how to get started can learn more about the sport by participating in bike lift seminars and getting information about learning to ride, healthy living on the road and more.

Women who visit the Interactive Experience area will also have the chance to meet Karen Davidson, the great grand-daughter of one of the Motor Company founders. For more information about Harley-Davidson and women and riding, visit www.harley-davidson.com/womenriders.

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 A WILD WRAP–I’m trying to pull myself back on track and it’s working, sorta. Cash, one of our black labs looks up at me with a hollow stare, like, “What the fuck is he saying now?” We’re working with Andy at Big Bear Choppers on their 2009 ride to the mountain. We?re scrambling on our 10th anniversary Smoke Out run and maybe a ride to Burt Munroe’s race in New Zealand, but I’m getting way ahead of myself.

I need to bring you another report on the 5-Ball Factory Racer and the Mudflab girl bike. We need an update on Greg Friend’s big twin Sportster, and the Bonne Belle is still alive at Paughco and Departure Bike Works. We will bring you a new 45 Flathead with a 4-speed transmission Paughco frame build in the next couple of weeks. This frame breathes new life into any old 45 flathead lying around. It’s incredible and Paughco is making a stretched job for our Bonne Belle effort for Bonneville 2010.

Here’s the point cover for the mudflap girl bike, and I now have a Klockworks fender so we can begin designing the rear end. Plus, I’m going to make one final run at my next fiction book, during March and Chris Kallas is thinking about the cover art. This will be the first and toughest fiction effort I’ve stumbled through, but it will be damn worth it. Then I can complete the movie treatment. So while a chunk of the biker nation parties in Daytona, we will focus on delivering you fine content in the form of techs, features and girls. And I’ll wrap up another book. But that ain’t all by a long shot; this year is packed, so let’s ride.

Ride Forever,

–Bandit