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?THE CHOPPER CHALLENGE? IS A HIT WITH BRANDS– Nine iconic brands come on board as partners.

NEW YORK, NY (September, 2008) ? ?The Chopper Challenge? is a sure fire hit with brands and motorcycle enthusiasts. The weekly reality TV series aired Wednesdays at 8:30 pm ET/PT via Viacom?s CMT network.

Produced by V Entertainment Group LLC, ?The Chopper Challenge? celebrates the master craftsmen who create the most sought after custom motorcycles in the world. Nine builders, nine brands and the creation of nine magnificent machines. Each week, a celebrity bike builder designs and builds a sponsor-inspired, fully handcrafted, custom logo-branded motorcycle. V Entertainment Group retained GMR Entertainment to secure all the brands for the nine episodes. GMR Entertainment is one of the leading music and entertainment marketing agencies within the Omnicom Group.

?We?ve seen many motorcycle shows up to this point that offer great entertainment for the motorcyclist, but often forgetting that most riders have passengers,? notes Eric Harryman, co- president of V Entertainment Group. ?But we wanted ?The Chopper Challenge? to be entertaining, educational and inspirational for all ages and genders, not just bikers.?

Harryman continues, ?Each week, with ?The Chopper Challenge,? you don?t know what you?re going to get. In every episode, the viewer experiences a different artist?a master craftsman?and a different brand, which supplies the creative element for building the bike. Of course, viewers get to see a fully completed custom machine, created from the ground up. This show is about the artist?the bike builder. However, we tell the artist, ?Here is a blank canvas, here are the colors you must use, and this is the subject matter, which must be reflected in your painting?your bike.?

Normally, GMR Entertainment is asked to partner one brand with one entertainment property, notes Marcus Peterzell, co-managing director of GMR Entertainment. ?But in this case, we had to come up with nine brands, which was challenging. Fortunately, we had a show that was compelling, entertaining and interesting?and brands wanted to be a part of it.?

?The Chopper Challenge? is aimed at the 18-49 demographic, as well as the 35-40 million current motorcycle owner/operators in the U.S.

The series premiered with a Geico (Gecko character inspired) bike, built by master bike builder, Kirk Taylor of Custom Design Studios. Other brands followed (one per episode), including Universal Pictures/MARVEL Comics,? The Incredible Hulk? (bike built by Scott Long and Central Coast Cycles), WindUp Recording artist Seether (bike built by John Shope of SSinister Choppers) Road Runner High Speed Online/Time Warner Cable (Cole Foster of Salinas Boys), Patr?n Tequila (Johnny Goodson?s Insane Custom Cycles), Jim Beam (Ralph Randolph of Knockout Motorcycle Company) and Mohegan Sun (Mitch Bergeron of Mitch Bergeron Customs), Monster Energy (Alan Lee of Alan Lee Designs), and finally episode 9, a second Geico (Caveman Inspired) bike (Yaniv Evan of Power Plant Choppers).

Throughout the series, ?The Chopper Challenge? offers brands the opportunity to connect, as well as deepen their relationship, with consumers

?By supporting real-life subjects in non-traditional ways, Jim Beam is putting the brand?s timeless values into a context that makes them contemporary and relevant to today?s consumer,? explains Rory Finlay, senior vice president and global chief marketing officer of Beam Global Spirits & Wine, Inc.

Geico concurs and adds that the viewers of ?The Chopper Challenge? are the right people for the brand to reach out to regarding its family of insurance products. ?We love the interaction that ?Chopper Challenge? gives us with this audience,? says Eric Vaden, who oversees motorcycle and power sports marketing for Geico. ?The Chopper Challenge? culminated in a series finale (July 16), with John Shope/SSinister Choppers and his Seether inspired custom creation was declared the 1st Season ?Chopper Challenge Master Craftsman? grand prize winner. Results where calculated and determined by a total combined viewer text message and online vote.

Currently, ?The Chopper Challenge Experience? is on tour across the nation featuring a custom, ?Chopper Challenge? branded semi-truck rig containing all 9 custom motorcycles created during the show! Various builders from the series also attend to sign autographs and meet the fans. This years events include but are not limited to; Sturgis (Aug. 2008) , Vegas BikeFest (Oct. 2-5), Daytona Biketober Fest (Oct. 15-18), Hogs On The High Seas Cruise (Grand Cayman-Jamaica Nov. 4-11), Daytona Bike Week (Feb. 2009) Check www.thechoppechallenge.com for more details on events. V Entertainment Group LLC

Eric Harryman
E: eric@ventertainmentgroup.com

BIKERNET UNIVERSITY STUDY REVEALS WHY MEN DIE FIRST–Why do men die first? This is a question that has gone unanswered for centuries, but, now we know. It requires a bit of explanation, first:If you put a woman on a pedestal and try to protect her from the rat race …. you’re a male chauvinist. If you stay home and do the housework … you’re a pansy. If you work too hard … there’s never any time for her. If you don’t work enough ….. you’re a good-for-nothing bum. If she has a boring repetitive job with low pay … this is exploitation. If you have a boring repetitive job with low pay ….. you should get off your lazy behind and find something better.

If you get a promotion ahead of her … that is favoritism. If she gets a job ahead of you ….. its equal opportunity. If you mention how nice she looks … its sexual harassment. If you keep quiet ….. its male indifference. If you cry … you’re a wimp. If you don’t ….. you’re an insensitive basket (the other word). If you make a decision without consulting her …… you’re a chauvinist. If she makes a decision without consulting you, she’s a liberated woman. If you ask her to do something she doesn’t enjoy … that’s domination. If SHE asks you … it’s a favor. If you appreciate the female form and frilly underwear …… you’re a pervert. If you don’t … you’re gay.

If you like a woman to shave her legs and keep in shape … you’re sexist. If you don’t … you’re unromantic. If you try to keep yourself in shape ….. you’re vain. If you don’t … you’re a slob. If you buy her flowers … you’re after something. If you don’t … you’re not thoughtful. If you’re proud of your achievements … you’re full of yourself. If you don’t … you’re not ambitious. If she has a headache … she’s tired. If you have a headache ….. you don’t love her anymore. If you want it too often … you’re oversexed. If you don’t … there must be someone else.

So Why do men die first?
Because they want to.

–from Ted T.

LONG WAY DOWN NOW IN STORES–?Long Way Down,? which follows Ewan MacGregor and Charley Boorman on their motorcycle trip from Scotland to South Africa will be in stores tomorrow, October 14th. The acclaimed 10 episode series will be available on a 3-DVD Collection and three hours of previously unseen material.

Following the October 4 conclusion of Ewan McGregor and Charley Boorman?s epic motorcycle adventure original cable TV series, ?Long Way Down,? on Fox Reality Channel, EMI America Records will release a 3-DVD special edition collection of the 10-episode series that adds more than two hours of additional footage shot during the series? production and one hour of newly shot extra footage.

Also included is ?The Missing Face,? a documentary of McGregor and Boorman?s first trip to Africa. The collection, to be released October 14, offers fans a behind-the-scenes tour of the expedition that was built on spontaneous opportunities, new memories, and friendship.

In ?Long Way Down,? viewers are invited to share in the excitement as actors turned tourists, Ewan McGregor and Charley Boorman, motorcycle from Scotland to South Africa. Over the course of 15,000 miles and 85 days, the friends boldly tarried in several countries, including Egypt, Kenya, Tanzania, Ethiopia, and Namibia.

On August 2, EMI America Records released the official soundtrack to the acclaimed cable television series. The soundtrack, available on CD and digitally, includes 15 songs that serve as a musical memoir of the voyage. Equipped with ?Long Way Down??s captivating soundtrack and 3-DVD set, fans of Fox Reality Channel?s original series will find themselves vicariously transported as they share in MacGregor and Boorman?s unique experience. 2 Friends. 15,000 Miles. 1 Epic Adventure.

?HELLRAZOR? NOW AVAILABLE– Judging by the Bee Hive of activity and continued expansion at Illusion Motorsports in Westminster, California you would never guess the economy was anything but somkin?! Then again, as an E.P.A. and C.A.R.B. certified motorcycle manufacturer listed in both the Kelly Blue Book and NADA they certainly have a leg up on the vast majority of custom building facilities in the country.

It is just those federal compliance ratings, Illusion?s reputation for superior quality craftsmanship and a close relationship between Illusion?s President, Rusty Coones and Jesse James, that has culminated in the production and offering to the public of a very limited number of WCC Signature Series motorcycles.

Speaking for Illusion and partners Rod Requejo, Bill McCahill at Spike, STD, Compu-Fire and an Australian based investment group, Rusty made it clear that unlike so many who have come and gone, they have no intension of overbuilding or exceeding demands. The focus will be on creating unique, fully legal, real world road machines with uncompromised attention to detail and roadworthiness. We expect that while these scooters will certainly be crowd stoppers and ultimately collector?s pieces, they will also be ridden and ridden hard. We aren?t show boaters, we are bike builders. The fact that the WCC Signatures Series carry an unmistakable hardcore, even hair raising appearance, thanks in to Jesse? input, is just frosting on the cake.?

Appropriately named ?HELLRAZOR? the new signature series collection, while being 100% compliant are, as you can see, no nonsense, in-your-face CHOPPERS. Each machine is being crafted around an Illusion powertrain, each of which is manufactured to the company?s strict specifications for compliance and performance. Available in sizes ranging from 80-114 C.I. displacement, the proprietary engines breathe through a 42mm Mikuni and very slick, fully sealed, EPA/CARB approved, Tovatt air box. Electronics are custom from Spyke and exhaust is WCC with Supertrapp collector. Fully polished 6-speed transmissions are once again custom developed for the project. Manufactured by Prowler they feature steel support bars and bearings, not bushings, and are available in right or left hand drive. The paired combination sits in a 2009 WCC 250 CFL chassis with 4? in the legs and 35? rake and, in this case, 12? over forks. Cutting no corners on quality Rusty chose to run a full compliment of brake and clutch components from Brembo. Naturally the King Sporty tank, fenders, Bear Trap foot controls, linkage and most other hardware are from WCC.

Chris at Illusions hand crafts each seat and the eye popping wheels are custom designed and individually produced for each machine. While we could go on detailing every unique component found ion these limited production machines, possibly the most important factor in their rider friendly, road worthy, hard core appeal comes from the fact that each and every piece is painstakingly fit and refit to perfection by the master wrenches at Illusion Cycles. Between Rusty and T-Rod alone you?re looking at nearly 8 decades in the saddle, livin? the life we all wish we could. Suffice it to say that these bikes not only talk the talk they walk the walk!

For complete details on the Illusion/WCC HELLRAZOR limited edition scooters, call 714-894-1942 or visit them on the Web at www.illusionmotorcycles.com

Biketoberfest2008Fast Facts —Daytona Beach, Fla. Biketoberfest is growing up fast! Established in 1993 with a goal of attracting visitors to the Daytona Beach area during the fall value season, Biketoberfest has quickly grown into one of America?s most recognized motorcycle festivals. This year the popular autumn festival? which features motorcycle events throughout the region, including popular street festivals, charity rides, concerts, expos and other motorcycle-related activities — celebrates its ?Sweet 16.? Below are some news-worthy concepts in covering the October 16-19, 2008 event:

With an annual attendance of approximately 125,000-175,000, Biketoberfest 2008 will pump an estimated $214 million of economic impact into Volusia County. The once local event now has countywide and regional impact.

Value-seeking visitors will find budget-friendly pricing during Biketoberfest. With more than 12,000 rooms in the Daytona Beach area? starting at $99, and many with no minimums? there is truly something for everyone’s budget and style. The CVB?s official website, Biketoberfest.org, offers a convenient way to book. It posts current hotel availability lists to save guests from calling around, and it contains live links to available hotels? booking engines, making for true one-stop service. Biketoberfest visitors will find plenty of great, low-cost entertainment this year. Most biker establishments have no cover charge, and most area attractions, parks and museums are available at a minimal charge.

A new Florida law (CS/HB 137) that took effect October 1 requires motorcycles and mopeds to keep both wheels on the ground at all times, requires that license plates be mounted horizontally, and provides additional penalties and fines for certain offenses. For more information visit www.myfloridahouse.gov . For more information contact Pat Kuehn, Volusia County Community Information, (386) 748-3989 or pkuehn@co.volusia.fl.us

Free Bike Parking

Three of the area?s biggest event venues — Main Street, Bruce Rossmeyer’s Destination Daytona, and Daytona International Speedway — are offering free Biketoberfest(R) parking this year. In addition, the Speedway is offering free infield admission during its Fall Cycle Scene motorcycle races. Also at the Speedway, the official attraction of NASCAR, The Daytona 500 Experience, will go by the name of D5X as it celebrates with food, beverages, daily entertainment and free admission Oct. 17-18 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

For more information on Biketoberfest, visit www.biketoberfest.org
hotline at 1-866-296-8970.

BIKERNET ECONOMIST STUDY– We have been hurt in the past few years because the Euro is now available in 500-Euro bills. The $100 U.S. bill used to be the drug dealer’s currency of choice. Every bill printed by our treasury is a virtual loan, to be repaid when someone spends the bill. The longer the bill is held, the better the deal for us. Drug money circulates a long time, is hoarded, swallowed, lost in the toilet, sunk in cigarette boats.

The 500-Euro is now much more convenient for the drug trade, far surpassing our puny $100 bill. Clearly the only thing to do is to issue $1000 and larger U.S. bills. Yes, we’ll be helping out drug dealers, but remember: Country First.

Now there’s a brilliant idea!

–Joe T.

PETERSON MUSEUM CALIFORNIA BIKE WEEK AUCTION–U.S. Choppers “No. 1” boardtrack racer will be auctioned off at the Peterson Museum Bonhams auction this October 25th 2008. The bike has been featured on TV show Steel Dreams with a segment on U.S. Choppers and legendary Bikernet founder Keith Ball as well as the band KORN’s Munky Schaffer. The bike has appeared in numerous magazines throughout the world as well as the introduction of the book “Art of the Chopper 2 ” by Tom Zimberoff.

The bike is titled under the U.S. Choppers founder Rick Krost and is the working prototype of the popular production chassis. No other bike was produced like this one-off prototype, thus the name “No 1”. Prototype Frame, gas tanks, front end, PM Primary etc.

More pics and info can be seen at www.uschopper.com

A FINAL BIKERNET BREAK FROM THE ECONOMY AND BULLSHIT LAWS–1. He who laughs last, thinks slowest.
2. Depression is merely anger without enthusiasm.
3. The early bird may get the worm, but the second mouse gets the cheese in the trap.
4 Support bacteria. They’re the only culture some people have.
5 A clear conscience is usually the sign of a bad memory.
6. Change is inevitable, except from vending machines.

–from Buckshot

THAT’S ALL THE DOCTOR ORDERED–This weekend will begin first thing Friday morning. We’ll switch off the phones and I’ll roam through a junk metal plant looking for ? and 1-inch square tubing to make some railings for Mom’s house. She’s 84 and laid up. I asked for a bid to build the railing and the price came in at over $1,800. Bullshit. We’ll make them in a half day.

Then we’ll work on another Panhead desk with a Paughco frame and wrap it up. I may take a couple of pieces out to Tony Pisano for powder-coating. Plus we need to build a vice stand for the good Dr. Nuttboy’s cabin in Idllywild. I know there’s another shop project, before we clean off the lift and I roll the 1915 Paughco 5-Ball Factory Racing frame into place for mock-up.

I’ve ordered 23-inch Black Bike Wheels, Avon Tyres and a Paughco narrow classic front end is on it’s way. Then we’ll start the build with the 100-inch Crazy Horse engine and a 5-Speed JIMS trans.

The plan is to wrap up shop projects so that next week we can focus on our Bikernet EPA study. Information is pouring in from Cal State Northridge, the EPA and Chris Maida at American Iron. We’ll bring you updates as all this stuff begins to make sense. In the meantime, keep your fingers crossed.

Ride Forever,

–Bandit

Motorcyclists often get a bad rap. Some say cycles are too loud and some note the folks who ride cycles dart around their towns like crazed squirrels. For reasons such as these a motorist may not like sharing the road with motorcycles. But, did you know motorcycles are good for you?

Motorcycles…
” Get 35-75 mpg, which reduces our demand on fuel (Which can eventually help lower fuel prices) and reduce the consumption of non-renewable resources
” Require significantly less materials and resources to manufacture them than a car or truck
” Use a relatively small amount of road space, which reduces gridlock in congested areas
” Can be ridden in HOV lanes, which improves traffic flow on highways
” Can be parked up to 4-vehicles per car space, providing more room for cars & trucks
” Roll on 2-wheels and weigh between 300 and 800 lb, which is a fraction of cars & trucks. And they're ridden an average of only 715 to 2900-miles per year (Motorcycle Industry Council estimate), which means they're barely wearing the road surfaces they ride on.

And, did you know that motorcycles in states like California and Arizona are charged license fees according to their MSRP, not their road usage or vehicle weight? That means motorcyclists there pay a disproportionate amount of taxes for road wear they don't even cause. In states like CA and AZ a new Harley-Davidson or Honda Gold Wing owner can be paying over $200 per year to ride less than 3000-miles!

Additionally, Arizona and California's motorcycle industry impacts their retail marketplace to the tune of roughly $692-million dollars and $3-billion dollars per year respectively (Motorcycle Industry Council estimate for 2006), paying taxes and employing thousands of individuals along the way.

Last note, May is Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month. As you can see, motorcycles are good for everyone – not just those who ride them. So, please watch out for us. We don't need your thanks, we just ask that you don't run into us!

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THE FASTEST MOTORCYCLE IN THE WORLD–Team owner Mike Akatiff, driver Rocky Robinson, and the TOP 1 Ack Attack team reclaims title of World’s Fastest Motorcycle with a 360.913 mph run.

Denis Manning and Chris Carr’s two-wheeled speed record has been broken: on September 26, the Top 1 Ack Attack Streamliner bested the world record by 10 mph with a 360.913 mph run, which took place during the first annual TOP 1 Oil World Land Speed Shootout at the Bonneville Salt Flats, Utah. The event was witnessed by an FIM official, but the record still awaits official FIM ratification.

See More good stuff in Bikernet Studio.

BIKERNET’S HOW TO BUILD A BONNEVILLE SALT FLATS MOTORCYCLE BOOK REVIEWED IN THUNDER PRESS– I thought you’d like to know I did a book review of your How to Build a Bonneville Salt Flats Motorcycle title for Thunder Press. It’s in the October North issue. I really did read every page and I really did like it. I also provided the coverage of the BUB event for Thunder Press last year, so some of what you say is special to me – since that was my first trip to the salt.

Thanks for a good read.

–Ernie Copper
Thunder Press
Central Bureau Chief
202 Englewood Ave
New Castle,PA 16105
724-656-0214

BIKERNET/ROLLIN SIXES ANNUAL CHRISTMAS T-SHIRT DRIVE FOR VETERANS OFF TO A GREAT START–The T-shirt drive is off to a great start. The Hot Rods Girls Inc. have joined in to help gather shirts. They are going to model all shirts they receive and send the photos along with the shirts!

We are starting to receive boxes full of shirts, hats, and other goodies regularly with the latest being the shirts from BigDog/Sucker Punch Sally New Orleans.

With shirts starting to flow in at a good pace I am now also working to gather addresses for those who will ultimately receive our packages.

–Jerry
Send T-Shirts To:
2164 W. first St.
Suite A
Fort Myers, Fla 33901

Primos Helmet Design Reshaping The World–La Habra, Ca?October 7, 2008,Do you love your helmet but the insides have seen better days. Primos Helmet Design is here to help. Rene Chavez will reline the lid by adding new foam. He will also cover the inside of your helmet with new fabric.

If you have a certain logo or fabric you want him to use, he is ready for you. Rene will also install new vinyl at the ear pieces. So keep that lid and send it to Primo Helmets.

Rene has over ten years experience which means high quality and a fast turn around.

This service will cost you $70.00 plus shipping

For more info or to place your order, please call Rene at 562-217-2859 or email him atwww.primoshelmets@hotmail.comor www.myspace.com/primoshelmetdesign .

Bikernet Launches Online Metric Publication-Bikernet MetricMetric Publication to Cover Bikes, Builds, Products and Industry News Wilmington, Calif.?September 15, 2008

Bikernet, the largest and most read online motorcycle publications, announced the launching of BikernetMetric.com. The new sister publication will focus its content on the metric market with bikes, builds, products and industry news. Bikernet Metric will have the same format as Bikernet making it easy for readers and riders to find the latest relevant news.

?With the metric industry booming there is just too much information to put under one site,? exclaimed Keith Ball, editor of Bikernet. ?Bikernet Metric will help readers find news that is relevant and of interest quickly and easily.?

Like Bikernet, Bikernet Metric will offer around 90 percent of the site?s content FREE, but a few of the slinky areas involve sponsors or subscriptions. With upwards of 340,000 unique readers per month, Bikernetmetric.com is sure to become a success.

?We have always had great support from readers, riders and companies in the motorcycle community. We anticipate the same support with the new metric site and we expect it to grow to the largest metric news source in the industry.?

LIFESTYLE CYCLES DEALS OF THE WEEK–2006 SPECIAL CONSTRUCTIONSUPER CLEAN OLD SCHOOL CRUISER!ONLY $7,995.00

1998 HARLEY ELECTRA GLIDEFULLY LOADED & READY TO TRAVEL ANYWHERE! Talk about ready to ride! This bike is super clean and all set to go wherever you want! Features tour pack, hard bags, stereo system, highway bars, freeway pegs, whitewall tires. This is a clean and well cared for bike, at a killer price! Inspected, tested and approved by a certified technician.

ONLY $7,995.00

BRASS BALLS BOBBERS FITMENT PROCESS–Just thought your audience would like to see us going the extra mile for our customers.

Our customer, Howard, was just in from the Great State of Rhode Island to get the perfect fitment on his bike.Howard has chosen one of our Retro Choppers and has added some elements that make it unique. Check out the sissy bar!

We will send photos again when it is complete.

–Dar Holdsworth
Brass Balls Bobbers

JIMS BIKERNET TOOL OF THE WEEK–TImken Bearing or Race Installer Adapter KitThis tool will upgrade your earlier JIMS No.97222-55 bearing installer toolto work on the latest fine spline Twin Cam sprocket shafts. This tool isdesigned to install either H-D No.9028 Timken bearing or the rollerbearing race from H-D No.24004-03 bearing assembly onto the sprocket shaftas shown in the above photos.

No.973 -Use on all Big Twins 2006-present FXD’s or 2007-present FXST’s &FL’s. Also use on JIMS 120″ or 131? motors.

Suggested Retail Price: $69.40

WHATTA DAY–My 84-year-old mom just got out of the hospital and I’m waiting for my care-giving orders from my brother. My son dropped off two of my Grandkids. “The X will pick ’em up tomorrow,” he said and peeled out.

We try to keep it quiet around this joint on News day, since it’s like producing a monthly magazine in a day. We’re clamoring over press, product releases, rumors, photos, and bad jokes from dawn to dusk. So today went to shit.

The plumbing flooded the gym and went on the fritz. Jeremiah dropped off a plumber and a homeless biker who needed an engine rebuilt. The grandkids can’t figure out the cooler scooter, so we had to stop and clean the battery terminals. The phone keeps ringing and the economy sucks. Wish I could get the feds to bail me out, just this Thursday. Hell, let’s party.

Ride Forever,

–Bandit

VALERIE THOMPSON PROFESSIONAL DRAG RACER AND TWO TIME WORLD LAND SPEED RECORD HOLDER FOR 5-BALL RACING NEEDS SPONSORS–Valerie stepped up after two years of destroyer class drags. But as she looks toward another year, she needs a new sponsorship team at her side.

Two years in a row she rolled to Bonneville with the 5-Ball racing team and two years in a row we set records. Maybe we’ll be back in 2009.

SEGAL FINE ART COMES TO BIKENET WITH DAVID MANN PRINTS–In Memory Of? features one of the boys cruising alone along a desert scene, remembering another time, whether it?s a girl or the pair on the bike in the shadow that are gone is unclear but the piece reminds us to appreciate what we have while we have it.

Our contact number is 800-999-1297. We don?t put prices on the ads.

–Stephanie

BIKERNET YEAR OF THE VETERAN CONTINUES WITH SEMINOLE HARD ROCK ROADHOUSE BIKER FUSION AT BIKETOBERFEST–As election coverage dominates the daily news, it’s easy to forget about those who continuously defend our freedom. To help support our troops, the Seminole Hard Rock Roadhouse will host the second annual BIKER FUSION event to benefit Soldiers’ Angels, an organization committed to increasing the morale of deployed troops, helping veterans return home healthy, and bringing comfort to wounded soldiers.

This event will be held during Biketoberfest at the Main Street Doghouse Bar & Grill in Daytona and will give the public a chance to mingle with the motorcycle industry’s A-list while supporting a good cause.

–Ken Conte

WASHINGTON UPDATE FROM THE MRF– The US House passed the Health Insurance Restrictions and Limitations Act of 2008 (HR 6908) last week. This bill, as previously reported by the Motorcycle Riders Foundation (MRF), would force insurance providers to disclose upfront, in writing, any activity they are unwilling to provide full payment for an injury sustained while participating in said activity. Currently the insurance providers need only refer to the federal loophole known as the “source of injury exclusion provision” to limit payment for any injury based on the source of the injury.

The bill passed with unanimous consent by the US House and is now being considered by the US Senate Committee on Health, Education, Labor and Pensions (HELP). The Senate has passed legislation that was farther reaching than HR 6809 in a previous Congress so the outlook remains bright but time is running short. The MRF will keep you informed on this important issue.

NHTSA Proposes New Helmet Standards

In a notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM) earlier this week, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) set forth its proposal to modify the current safety standard for helmets, Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 218 (FMVSS 218). The proposal focuses mostly on the least important part of any helmet, the DOT label. The NPRM outlines what NHTSA would like to see on the back of your helmet. A new label to replace the current football shaped sticker with the letters DOT printed in a contrasting color to the background.

NHTSA claims that due to entities printing and selling “Doing Our Thing” that closely resembles the DOT sticker the federal standard has been undermined and needs an upgrade to a bigger better sticker.

The changes the proposal outlines will require including the word “certified”, the manufacturer’s name, and the model of the helmet. The proposal also calls for the sticker to be larger and placed higher up from the bottom of the helmet. The new sticker has one other change, it’s not a> sticker. The NPRM calls for the new label to be a “water decal” to be applied under the helmet’s final clear coat.

A few problems arise with this portion of the proposal. What about helmets that don’t have a clear coat such as leather clad or the popular matte finish? What about the cost to manufacturing, which will certainly be higher than the government estimates? Lastly, how does this affect the 30 helmet choice law states? The answer to that one is, it doesn’t – other than the fact that when you choose to wear a helmet it would have to be DOT certified.

NHTSA also called for some changes to the testing of helmets. None of the changes provide for a more real world condition, just adjusting some of the allowable ranges for helmet puncture and retention.

What is troubling about the proposal is the underlying theme of “safer crashing”. We at the MRF believe that it is best to focus on crash prevention instead of injury mitigation. Helmets do not prevent crashes, educated riders and motorists do.

It’s true that motorcycle fatalities are near historic levels, but so are new unit sales and registrations. With the soaring price of fuel, expect that to continue for the foreseeable future.

So what does NHTSA expect this proposal to do in the real world? Let us refer to some of NHTSA’s own numbers from the proposal. First since this only really affects the 20 mandatory universal helmet law states and the District of Columbia where according to NHTSA’s numbers 15 percent of the riders in those jurisdictions use “novelty” helmets that don’t meet the current FMVSS 218. Reading further NHTSA says that this proposal, if enacted, would realistically reach 5 percent of the 15 percent of riders who now use “novelty” helmets in universal helmet law states. Using NHTSA’s method of guessing at helmet effectiveness, that amounts to about 17-32 lives a year. Now we can certainly all agree that any life saved is a huge success, but the original reason for this proposal was to bring down fatalities significantly. The low double digit decreases don’t really dip the numbers down enough to make this necessary. Again, all life is precious but with government resources running on empty, The MRF believes this is time and money better spent on motorcycle safety programs that focus on avoidance of the crash.

The MRF encourages you to provide your own public comment to this NPRM. You can read the entire 66 page proposal that includes instructions on how to apply. The comment period is open for 60 days. Use the link to view the document: http://www.nhtsa.gov/staticfiles/DOT/NHTSA/Rulemaking/Rules/Associated%20Files/Helmets_Upgrade_NPRM.pdf or> http://tinyurl.com/4zcg7x

J.J. SOLARI 86’D FROM WEASELS MOTORCYCLE CLUB–Well have gotten my first biker-related trophy. It’sfor getting kicked off the weasels, given to me by awoman who was kicked off the weasels with me, a MissLynard Wolf, for whom I have only the highest regardand affection, especially after getting this.

I know what you’re saying, that’s impossible,nobody could possibly be that fucked up.

–jjs

DARREN HO FROM KUSTOM FAB IN HAWAII CAPTURES BIKERNET STAFF WORKING LAS VEGAS BIKE FEST–Would you believe it. I actually caught them being productive and not drinking Jack Daniels and chasing broads. Bandit judged the show and Nyla took detailed photos for Bikernet and future bike builds. Maybe he?s getting old?…Darren

KIWI STORY AND THE S&S X-WEDGE–You’ve got to check this story on the home page right now. It takes you through the entire delicate, one-off Kiwi build for the S&S 50th with a X-Wedge engine, the first of it’s kind in an Indian frame. This bike has a lot of tradition class mated with the very best in late-model engineering and design. Here’s an immediate comment from a Bikernet reader:

Thanks for the heads up, wow what a great story and article! Its one of the best I have seen and read, and pictures are top notch!!!! Mike, did you tell me in Sturgis you took these or was it someone else! I can’t believe how great they turned out, I will definitely add some to my site during the next update.

–Monte

HARLEY-DAVIDSON LAUNCHES NEW SUPERMODEL V-ROD MUSCLE CAMPAIGN —Harley-Davidson Launches New V-Rod Muscle Ad Campaign with Marisa MillerStunning American Supermodel a Perfect Match for Stylish and Powerful American Motorcycle

MILWAUKEE (Oct. 8, 2008) ? To emphasize the non-traditional pairing of sophisticated style and brute strength, Harley-Davidson chose to launch the new 2009 V-Rod Muscle in a distinctly non-traditional way?by teaming up with American Supermodel Marisa Miller in an innovative marketing campaign to introduce the latest addition to Harley-Davidson?s high-performance line of V-Rod motorcycles.

The new V-Rod Muscle features a powerfully sculpted new physique that exudes a contemporary and urban sense of style. The Muscle?s long, low profile and super wide rear tire are inspired by the drag strip, while the free-revving performance of the liquid-cooled Revolution V-Twin engine co-developed with Porsche give it an unmatched combination of power and sophistication.

?The V-Rod Muscle stands out in a crowd of copies and generic motorcycle profiles,? said Mark-Hans Richer, senior vice president and chief marketing officer for Harley-Davidson. ?It stretches the very definition of what it means to be a Harley-Davidson motorcycle.?

Partnering with American supermodel Marisa Miller is a perfect match. The V-Rod Muscle?s sculpted body and commanding physique complement Miller, who not only represents classic American beauty, but also strength and athleticism. Miller is best known for gracing the cover of many prominent publications, but she also represents the return of the great American Supermodel. Miller grew up around motorcycles in California and has a strong appreciation for Harley-Davidson.

?To represent such an iconic American brand is incredible,? said Miller. ?I have grown up watching my dad and uncle ride Harleys. It’s amazing to circle back at this point in my career, and work with a brand I have so much respect for.?

Like the bike itself, Harley-Davidson chose a distinctly non-traditional marketing campaign for the V-Rod Muscle. Starting Oct. 13, an ad campaign launches that shows Miller stretched atop a sleek, black V-Rod Muscle. The black background and distinct lighting capture the aggressive styling of the bike contrasted by Miller, which brings the idea of American Supermodel to life. In lifestyle magazines such as GQ, Esquire, Complex, Road & Track and Trader, ads will make use of a new technology called SnapTell, which provides access to exclusive content upon photographing the ad with a mobile phone camera.

The campaign was pre-launched on Oct. 6 on Harley-Davidson?s official YouTube channel, with a ?making of? video that takes viewers behind the scenes at the Marisa Miller V-Rod Muscle photo shoot (http://www.youtube.com/harleydavidson). Motorcycle bloggers and Harley-Davidson fans and friends on Facebook and MySpace were exclusively tipped off to the campaign. The video will also be available on www.h-d.com/muscle which launches Oct.13.

The Harley-Davidson V-Rod Muscle features a 1250cc liquid-cooled V-Twin engine with a five-speed transmission and high-performance Brembo triple-disc brakes with available ABS. Its race-bred clutch with ?slipper? action helps ease drive train effort during downshifting while its broad-shouldered presence is highlighted by a huge 240mm rear tire. New bodywork with integrated turn signals and a clipped fender combine to give it a clean, contemporary look. The V-Rod Muscle is available in Vivid Black, Brilliant Silver, Dark Blue Denim and Red Hot Sunglo. For more information on V-Rod Muscle visit www.harley-davidson.com.

CHOPPERS INC. PARTNERS WITH 2WHEELERS ON MAIN AT BIKETOBERFEST– Choppers Inc. will be set up at Arlin Fatland’s Two Wheeler’s at 740 Main Street in Daytona. Two Wheeler’s is between Froggy’s Sallon and the Full Moon Saloon, and across the street from Dirty Harry’s- right at the heart of Main Street.

My Henderson, which is currently on the cover of Easyrider, will be on display there (when I’m not out riding it). I’ll also have a 1928 Harley JD custom I just finished there, and a new custom in progress.

I will be one of the judges at the bike show on Thursday at Willie’s Tropical Tattoo. A bunch of us- Christian Clayton from Sucker-Punch, Paul Cox, Bill Dodge, are going to get together one morning for a surf. I plan to drop in on all of them. Other than that, I will be riding around town with other like minded motorcycle lovers.

–Billy Lane

Designed for those times when you just don’t need a jacket but want protection. Ideal for warm weather riding.

The Men’s Race Shirt from Torian Chopper Leathers features 2 chest flap pockets and 2 hand warmer pockets in the seams and built with a full lining. Click here to get yours in the Black Market.

The shirt is made from the finest goat skin and wears like iron. The midnight black shirt has a feel of lamb and the durability of cowhide and comes in a light weight. The Race Shirt is ideal choice to wear under the Torian Race Jacket or Work Jacket.

New Motorcycle and Car Enthusiast Web Site, IgnitionNation.com Launches–A new dynamic web site launches for car and motorcycle enthusiasts called www.ignitionnation.com. Ignition Nation was created to bring the world together through the one true universal love – Cool Cars and Motorcycles.

Whether visitors are into Motorcycles or Cars, the site will connect them to people with the same interests. Everything from Street Bikes, Choppers, Bobbers and everything in-between, to Hot Rods, Dragsters, NASCAR and all things four wheels, the site will connect users with fellow enthusiasts who can trade information or tips, buy and sell rides and parts and find out everything they need to enjoy their hobby even more.

Ignition Nation?s Tom Curran explains, “From car shows to Daytona bike week, from cross-country rides to cruise night, users can find the information they need at the site and make connections, plan and book their trips and tell everyone about it. Users may share pictures, videos, and information and make new friends or even reconnect to old ones. The site shares the latest related industry news and offers users the opportunity to blog about things that matter to them. We plan to expand that news through both features and blogs to include the greatest industry sources and important web sites that provide valuable and entertaining information.”

For builders, clubs and businesses, the site provides quick, easy connections to share and sell their products and services, expand their visibility, build their fan base, customers or members, drive their popularity and boost their profits. Through search and ranking features, the site s users can build credible, measurable, bankable results that can become a strong marketing tool.

For enthusiasts, this site offers connection to the world’s most famous custom builders and industry legends. Users may follow their favorites and explore new talents and get news on industry happenings. They can enjoy pictures, videos and information and buy products and merchandise. Shop for a ride or even sell one. Get connected to builders, clubs and business web sites, blogs and upcoming events and even chat with fellow site members.

Users search by builder, business, club or event name, category, geographic area, appearance/event dates and more. Most importantly, users can connect with their fellow enthusiasts: people who share their same interests and passions. Ignition Nation gives users the tools needed to form interest groups, make new friends, share information or learn new things and rate and discuss events, builders, products and places and connect with other important web sites and resources throughout the web and the world.

With the new .MOBI features, soon users will be able to connect to the site from a blackberry or iPhone anywhere to find directions to events, local restaurants, bars and hotels and even book reservations or get roadside assistance.

The site was created by Tom Curran and Les Schachter, two fun-loving, carbon-monoxide breathing, combustible guys who were looking for a way to share their passion with all the other roadies, bikers, drivers, enthusiasts and fun folks out there. Along with NYC City Choppers? Nick Genender, they built a site to offer functions and resources unique to motorcycle and car sites and at the same time designed to complement and support all other enthusiast and industry sites. ?Our goal was to create a harmonious vehicle ? no pun intended ? that would do what Social Network sites have done for the general population, but at the same time offer unique features that make our site a resource for all bike and car people to use to help them organize their interests? said Tom Curran, ?You can meet people, communicate, find events and news, and also find other sites, publications and businesses that will enrich your experience.?

For more information on www.ignitionnation.com visit the site and sign up ? it?s simple to do, and free for every one.

ALL AMERICAN MADE LEATHERS–The little Joe originals are still around.

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BIKER’S CHOICE TO ROCK BIKETOBERFEST– Biker?s Choice is once again going to be at Biketoberfest in Daytona, Florida. We will be there from October 15-19th located in J&P?s parking lot. Stop by and say hello, take a look some of our product and our catalogs and meet some of our crew!!

Pick up a free Biker?s Choice CD and other assorted goodies. We look forward to meeting you!!!

Powerbraidz Introduces New Flexible Exhaust Baffle–Myrtle Beach, SC- Powerbraidz is a exciting new flexible exhaust baffle that fits into curved or radius pipes like Grumpys, Martin Bros, Samson and most other major exhaust manufacturers? products.

Manufactured out of 304 stainless, Powerbraidz will last for years. Not only do they quiet a bike 10 to 15 db?they also increase horsepower and torque. They provide just enough back pressure to fine tune engine?Great for fabricated or homemade pipes. Noise and baffle laws are being enforced on a national level and bike owners are forced to either put in baffles or keep paying high (NO BAFFLE) tickets.

They are the perfect solution if you have loud pipes and baffle laws in your state or plan on visiting somewhere that does. Simple one screw installation, removable and can be wrapped for further muffling. They will bend to180 degrees and not collapse.

Powerbraidz fit 1 ?? and 2 ? ” pipes and come with five-year warranty on materials and workmanship. MSRP: $109.99.

For further information, please contact Powerbraidz directly at 804-901-8468 or you can drop them an email at ECCYCLES@SC.RR.COM. Dealer inquiries invited!

D&D DEALER DIRECT PROGRAM EXPANDS WEEKLY–Weekly we publish a list of new D&D exhaust dealers. If you don’t see a local dealer here, click on the banner above and look through their extensive list of dealers.

4) Ramon’s Precision Service Inc 15761 Lou Mell Ln San Antonio, TX 78249
5) Biker Shack 2109 Alpine Blvd Alpine, CA 91901 619-445-9993
6) Antelope Valley H-D 1759 W Ave I-12 Lancaster, CA 93536 661-948-5959
7) Strictly Wicked Cycles 16055 Caputo Dr # I Morgan Hill, CA 95037 408-778-7555
8) Overkill Motor Works 8750 Sprucevale Rd Rogers, OH 44455 330-227-2161
9) Tilley H-D/ Buell 1226 Morland Dr Statesville, NC 28677 704-872-3883
10) Lodi Custom Choppers 1310 Auto Center Dr #A & B Lodi, CA 95240 209-369-7188
11) America’s Motorsports 629 Myatt Dr Madison, TN 37115 615-859-7292
12) Darwin Motorcycles 117 NW 31st ST Oklahoma City, OK 73118 405-285-0808

Here’s the lastest update:

1) Heritage Cycle Works 808 Commerce Park Dr Ogdensburg, NY 13669 613-342-1550
2) Florida Custom Cycle 7047 Atlantic Blvd #1 Jacksonville, FL 32211 904-724-7480
3) Comanche Cycles 555 Spring RD # B Moorpark, CA 93021 805-532-2068
4) Ramon’s Precision Service 15761 Lou Mell Ln

–Jennifer

WHAT IS A GOLDEN ATTITUDE–This just in from Australia. We’ve recently discovered the equivalent of the Code of the West down-under.

A Golden Attitude is…..taking pride in a job well donedoing the best job that can be done each day.

Greeting each new task as an opportunity for accomplishment.

Doing whatever it takes to get the job done right

Being willing to work with any other, regardless of personal feelingssharing knowledge and experience with others.

Placing organizational goals above personal goals

Knowing that all of the organization share the same goalshelping to solve problems constructively from within/

Speak only well of the organization with those outside of it

–Ramon

J&P ABOUT TO CELEBRATE 30 YEARS–ANAMOSA, Iowa ? J&P Cycles has been keeping the world on two wheels for 30 years! To commemorate the 2009 Anniversary, the J&P Cycles Open House will be TWO fun filled days instead of just one!

Saturday and Sunday, June 27 and 28 are the days set for the 30th Annual J&P Cycles Open House. The event will take place at the company?s headquarters, one mile north of Anamosa, Iowa on Highway 151.

Like events in past years, this will be one you just can?t miss! In 2008, the one-day event brought a record 15,000 people to celebrate with the Parhams. Visitors from across the United States and Canada converged on Anamosa, Iowa for the event and it was fantastic!

In addition to tons of awesome events, representatives from the industry?s top manufacturers will again be on site to answer any question you might toss their way.

Make plans now to attend this once in a lifetime event on June 27 and 28, 2009. More details will come in the following months, so keep an eye out for them and check out the J&P website for more details.

J&P Cycles is the World?s largest catalog retailer of aftermarket parts and accessories for Harley-Davidson, V-Twin Cruiser and Sport Bike motorcycles. Featuring tens of thousands of items in stock, in print and on-line, J&P Cycles delivers the best customer service and return policy in the industry.

Order toll-free in the U.S. and Canada at 1-800-397-4844 or online at WWW.JPCYCLES.COM.

BONNEVILLE SALT FLATS EMERGENCY BULLETIN–World finals canceled. Water on flats.

–Ray

BRITTOWN PARTY IN LOS ANGELES–It’s Gearhead Magazine’s 15th Anniversary! The boys who made Choppertownare having a party/rally in Hollywood followed by a free Brittown screening!Prizes, music, beer, bikes, and Brittown. What more do you need?

BIKERNET WEEKLY PRODUCT RELEASE FROM RIVERA PRIMO / 10-09-08,MONSTER-TORQUE HIGH PERFORMANCE STARTER MOTORS–The performance specialists at Rivera Primo have added starter motors to their list of great product offerings. These 1.4kw, 1.7kw & the all-new 1.6kw performance quality starters combine many desirable features into a rugged, great-looking (chrome & polished finish), get-the-job-done unit.

All motors are manufactured in the U.S.A. and Canada using only 100% new parts. Each motoroffers the finest technology available to spin that big high performance engine to life. . . starter clutches utilize 20% oversize rollers, whereas the idler gears are manufactured from cold-headed steel. The end frames are cold-chamber die cast & machined on precision fixtures. Armature hairpins are resistance-fused to the commutator.

The 1.4kw models are great stock replacement motors that also work well with big-inch motors using compression releases. Its design utilizes a coil-wound motor assembly (motor field coilsare copper wound).

The 1.7kw model is the ideal motor for large displacement or hard starting motors, provided4 gauge battery cables are used to reduce voltage losses & the battery used is rated at 300 CCA(minimum).

Its design utilizes a permancent magnet motor coupled to the OEM-style offset gear reduction design that generates high output & torque in a small unit.

No larger than OEM 1.2kw motors, it fits into all Big Twin applications. However, harder on a battery than a coil wound starter, this model is not the best solution for a bar-hopper because there’s a chance the charging system won’t keep the battery fully charged.

The new 1.6kw model is a motor with components designed to produce 1.6kw output with a 300 CCA battery, which is the environment in which the starter operates. Operating with lessload on the battery than the 1.7kw permanent magnet motor above, this coil wound starter is the ideal choice for custom builders.

Note: the motor section of this starter is approx. 1/2″ longer than the OEM unit, requiring modification to or replacement of the oil reservoir filler tube on FL models.

Finally, our 2.0kw model is designed specifically for our Direct Drive Belt Drive Kit. Here thestarter motor sits between the pulleys and drives off of the starter ring gear located on the back side of the front pulley. This re-located starter enables the custom builder to lower the seatingposition of the rider, making for a real cool custom !

1184-0001, 1.4kw Monster-Torque Starter Motor for Big Twins 1989-2006 (except ’06 Dyna) $ 340.00

1184-0003, 1.4kw Monster-Torque Starter Motor for Big Twins Running our 4-to-6 Spd., $ 340.00

Conversion Kit for Shovelheads
1184-0004 1.6kw Monster-Torque Starter Motor for Big Twins 1989-2006 (except ’06 Dyna) $ 359.18

1184-0002, 1.7kw Monster-Torque Starter Motor for Big Twins 1989-2006 (except ’06 Dyna), $ 393.00

1184-0005, 2.0kw Monster-Torque Starter Motor for Big Twins w/our Direct Drive Belt Drive, $ 372.41

For these & other fine products contact:
Rivera Primo
12450 Whittier Blvd. Whittier, CA 90602
Tel: 800-872-1515
Tel: 562-907-2600
Fax: 562-907-2606
www.riveraprimoinc.com

GRINGO BARS FROM NASH–Designed after our El Gringo bike, these one of a kind bars feature a 5″ pullback and a 10″ base.

They measure 29″ grip to grip and have a 4″ height, with a welded cross bar and unique corners. These bars are sure to give your bike that one of a kind look you want.

If you have any questions feel free to give us a call.

–Nash

SAFERIDER project: FEMA (FEDERATION OF EUROPEAN MOTORCYCLISTS ASSOCIATION) needs motorcyclists? views — In the past, FEMA has found that the development of Intelligent Transport Systems (ITS) often creates two types of problems for motorcyclists:

1. The first is that motorcyclists are generally forgotten in these developments (e.g. Intelligent Infrastructure, V2V communications, etc.);

2. Secondly, transport engineers often simply try to apply what works for cars to motorcycles, completely overlooking the specific characteristics and needs of the motorcycle and the motorcyclist.

Aline Delhaye, FEMA General Secretary, says: ?If motorcyclists want to avoid the implementation of inappropriate new technology on motorcycles, then they have to get involved in the development of ITS technology and provide expertise at the proposal stage, to make sure motorcyclists’ needs and wants are well known by transport stakeholders. This is the reason why FEMA decided to become involved in EU Research programmes, like SAFERIDER?.

The SAFERIDER project aims to study the development of new devices to improve the comfort and safety of riders through passive technology such as warning devices to alert the rider of a potential crash or provide information about black spots or traffic. This EU Research project is coordinated by CERTH and involves several participants: http://www.saferider-eu.org/consortium.html

FEMA needs to find out motorcyclists? needs and wants. To this end, a European wide survey on the use of ADAS* and IVIS** technology for motorcycles was recently launched. FEMA is therefore asking as many motorcyclists as possible to answer the SAFERIDER questionnaire, which can be found in the following 6 languages on: English: http://www.fema-online.org/survey/index.php?sid=91175&lang=en French: http://www.fema-online.org/survey/index.php?sid=91175&lang=fr German: http://www.fema-online.org/survey/index.php?sid=91175&lang=de-informal Greek: http://www.fema-online.org/survey/index.php?sid=91175&lang=el Italian: http://www.fema-online.org/survey/index.php?sid=91175&lang=it Spanish: http://www.fema-online.org/survey/index.php?sid=91175&lang=es

NEW CONTRIBUTOR FILLS THE GAP AT BIKERNET–We like girls at Bikernet and for years we had a constant flow of quality photography rolling into the headquarters. We like a sharp looking girl to lead us into the news each week, but over the last four months our connections waned, then Las Vegas Bike Fest rolled around and our hopes soared. They are many beautiful women in Vegas, then we were fortunate to meet a lovely blue-eyed photographer, motorcycle magazine contributor named Colleen Swartz.

She immediately took care of us, and we hope to continue this arrangement for years to come. Thanks for adding that shot of eye-candy to the news.

Digital Magic BigShots
Colleen Swartz
Photographer/Writer
colleen@digitalmagicbigshots.com
1410 E. Belleview Place
Milwaukee, WI 53211
tel: 414-380-9005
fax: 414-962-1129
mobile: 414-380-9005
www.digitalmagicbigshots.com

CUSTOM CHROME ?Click-Slick? Petcocks, by Golan Products–Manufactured from 360 brass with stainless steel ball bearings and componentsStainless steel internal ball bearings provide virtually friction-free movement of the petcock handle

Available in either a polished brass or chrome-plated finishFeatures quick detents with a 90? movement from ?on? to ?off? to ?reserve?Made in the U.S.A.

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MAKE BIG D&D/ZIPPER’S HORSEPOWER IN YOUR GARAGE–It?s end of summer and you are thinking about a little more lead in your pencil.

Where do you go? Go no farther than D&D?s Bandit Kit – It makes asphalt ripping performance for your Harley-Davidson fuel injected motorcycle. The Bandit Kit comes with a D&D performance exhaust pipe, high-flow air cleaner and Zipper?s Performance ThunderMax with AutoTune tuner.

D&D will provide a 15% discount just by mentioning the Bandit Kit! Call 817-834-8961 to order.

The Zipper?s Performance ThunderMax with AutoTune tuner calibrates itself so you don?t need to put your bike on a dyno. That saves time and money. Also, if you add more go-fast parts, it knows it and modifies itself. Fast, efficient and easy to use – that’s the D&D way.

Your Performance Hotline – 817-834-8961

So call the D&D team today or get more information by clicking here and start making horsepower gains tomorrow.

–Jeff Najar

THE LOST DOG REPORT–Look what is riding around in Daphne, AL.. Too funny. A lady told us the other day that she saw a man driving down theinterstate, and a dog was hanging on to the tail gate for dear life.

She said if he hadn’t been going so fast in the other direction she wouldhave tried to stop him.

A few weeks later her son saw this truck at the bass pro shop! It’s ataxidermist! THIS IS REALLY IN DAPHNE ALABAMA !

OFFICIAL BIKERNET SURVEY–Honest opinion, fellers… Do these Z bars look too narrow, or are they okay? The grips add another 1″ on each side. They’ll be mounted on “dogbone” risers for final assembly.

–B.

AND NOW A BIKERNET BREAK FROM THE WOES OF LIFE AND BAD LEGISLATION– 1. Light travels faster than sound. This is why some people appear bright until you hear them speak.

2. Change is inevitable, except from a vending machine.

3. Those who live by the sword get shot by those who don’t.

–from Dave Clancy

HARLEY-DAVIDSON OFFERS DEMO RIDE SWEEPSTAKES–Enthusiasts who demo a Harley-Davidson motorcycle at a Motor Company event are eligible to be entered into the 2008 H-D Demo Ride Sweepstakes.

After taking a demo ride, the enthusiast will receive a $10 gift certificate redeemable after seven days, but not more than 21 days after the event. Within that time period, enthusiasts must take the gift certificate to a dealership for authentication. Enthusiasts who redeem a valid gift certificate will be automatically entered into the sweepstakes.

The grand prize is a new 2009 Harley-Davidson motorcycle. The winner will be chosen in December 2008.

Demo rides will be held at Femmoto, Biketoberfest, California Bike Week and the Lone Star Rally.

MEET THE ZIPPER’S TEAM AT BIKETOBERFEST in DAYTONA BEACH, FLA–Zipper?s Performance Products will be attending Biketoberfest in Daytona Beach, Florida from October 16th 2008 until October 19nd 2008! (Look for us at Destination Harley-Davidson) If you?re curious as to how ThunderMax can improve your EFI-equipped Harley, or are a current ThunderMax user, please stop by and say hello!

Just Released! The ThunderMax with AutoTune System for V-Rod models will be available at this event! In addition, stop by and see the new ThunderMax 50 ECM with AutoTune, ARB-Legal Closed Loop System (executive order D-644).

Zipper?s Performance also carries air filter upgrades and performance exhaust pipes. Want a quick performance upgrade? Ask us about a Zip Kit! You can even have it installed at the show. (Installation charges apply)

Some of the products in this press release are Legal in California only for racing vehicles which may never be used upon a highway.

ZIPPER?S PERFORMANCE PRODUCTS
6655-A Amberton Drive
Elkridge, MD 21075
Phone 410.579.2828
Fax 410.579.2835
www.ZippersPerformance.com –
www.Thunder-Max.com

JIMS TOOLS FOR HARLEY ENTHUSIASTS AVAILABLE THROUGH BIKERNET.COM–

Bikernet’s Black Market is your place to find the stuff to make your sled perform and look good doing it.

We featured world-class American-made Harley tools from JIMS Performance Parts And Tools. JIMS builds an entire line of tools for working on Harley-Davidson drivelines, including tools to work on the new twin cam models. Click here for the latest tools.

FAMOUS BUILDER HUEY SCHWEBS RELEASED FROM HOSPITAL–Huey here, home now, everything went fine with the parts install. Would like to thank everyone who called me while in the hospital, I love this group of guys, again thank you my brothers.

Hamsters Forever, Forever Hamsters,
— Huey

Stay outta hospitals, 800 guys might die in Iraq this year, but 150,000 will die in hospitals this year of hospital infections. They’re dangerous places.

Glad you’re feeling better,–Bandit

Texas Scooter Times? FALL SWAP MEET WEEKEND – Comin? UP !!– Mark Your Calendars For – SWAP MEET Fort Worth – Saturday November 8th at the Will Rogers Memorial Complex

SWAP MEET Dallas – Sunday November 9th at the Gigantic Historic Longhorn Ballroom

END OF SEASON BARGAINS!!!! LOTS of LEATHER!!

LIVE MUSIC At Both Shows !!! Parts & Party

For More INFORMATION – Maps – Directions & What’s Happenin?CHECK OUT —— WWW.TEXASSCOOTER.COM OR HOLLAR——- 254-687-9066

BONNEVILLE RACER GETS THE GIRLS– Photos are of Staci, my lady rider, on the starting line with John Petri. John help me set all four of my records over 200 mph with my GoldWing GL 1500 powered Streamliner. Our fastest record of 232 mph is a tie with the current Women’s fastest motorcycle over all record for ladies .

We are looking for additional lady riders who would be interested the top ladies record challenge. We are looking for lady riders to set Bonneville World Land Speed Records. Must live in the SoCal area of Calif. Single, Fit, Age 18 to 25, not taller than 5’6″.

We need men to build bikes and pit crew for the ladies. The bikes are completely sponsored to the lady rider. We are currently working on a 1949 Indian Arrow for the ladies in the Vintage Class.

We train you to ride safety. I have worked with seven women, who all together have set 18 Bonneville World Land Speed Records. We have set records with BMW, Harley, Honda, and Triumph motorcycles. See the Nov/Dec 2007 issue of Red Rider Magazine, and December 2007 WingWorld Magazine. Filmed for National Geographic TV , and NBC’s Jeep World of Adventure Sports.

My Double engine Harley ran 190 mph in 1983 and was featured in EasyRider Magazine, article by Keith Ball. View it at Bob Alford’s web pages at: www.prostreetchoppersinc.com

Kenny Lyon
(310) 637 6094
www.goldwingracingproject.info
www.projectgoldwing.org

METRIC MINI-CHOP ROCKS BIKERNET– I know most bikes on the site are HD-but I sent a few pics of my oneand only effort at a bike….

It is a water cooled bike, 800 CC Kawasaki V Twin, with all cooling componentry in and under the tanks,above the motor.It is also Belt drive ,take a look…Thanks for a great site.

–Kenny Baker
the Chopper Rod Shop
since 1976
http://akathechopper.tripod.com/Index-2.html

BIKERNET POLITICAL JOKE FACTORY–While walking down the street one day a US senator is tragically hit by a truck and dies. His soul arrives in heaven and is met by St. Peter at the entrance.

“Welcome to heaven,” says St. Peter. “Before you settle in, it seems there is a problem. We seldom see a high official around these parts, you see, so we’re not sure what to do with you.”

“No problem, just let me in,” says the man.

“Well, I’d like to, but I have orders from higher up. What we’ll do is have you spend one day in hell and one in heaven. Then you can choose where to spend eternity.”

“Really, I’ve made up my mind. I want to be in heaven,” says the senator.

“I’ m sorry, but we have our rules.”

And with that, St. Peter escorts him to the elevator and he goes down, down, down to hell. The doors open and he finds himself in the middle of a green golf course. In the distance is a clubhouse and standing in front of it are all his friends and other politicians who had worked with him.

Everyone is very happy and in evening dress. They run to greet him, Shake his hand, and reminisce about the good times they had while getting Rich at the expense of the people.

They play a friendly game of golf and then dine on lobster, caviar and champagne.

Also present is the devil, who really is a very friendly guy who has a good time dancing and telling jokes. They are having such a good time that before he realizes it, it is time to go.

Everyone gives him a hearty farewell and waves while the elevator rises…

The elevator goes up, up, up and the door reopens on heaven where St. Peter is waiting for him.

“Now it’s time to visit heaven.”

So, 24 hours pass with the senator joining a group of contented souls moving from cloud to cloud, playing the harp and singing. They have a good time and, before he realizes it, the 24 hours have gone by and St. Peter returns.

“Well, then, you’ve spent a day in hell and another in heaven. Now choose your eternity.”

The senator reflects for a minute, then he answers: “Well, I would Never have said it before, I mean heaven has been n delightful, but I think I would be better off in hell.”

So St. Peter escorts him to the elevator and he goes down, down, down to hell.

Now the doors of the elevator open and he’s in the middle of a barren land covered with waste and garbage.

He sees all his friends, dressed in rags, picking up the trash and putting it in black bags as more trash falls from above.

The devil comes over to him and puts his arm around his shoulder. “I don’t understand,” stammers the senator. “Yesterday I was here and there was a golf course and clubhouse, and we ate lobster and caviar, drank champagne, and danced and had a great time. Now there’s just a wasteland full of garbage and my friends look miserable. What happened?”

The devil looks at him, smiles and says, “Yesterday we were campaigning. Today you voted.”

–from Steve Bauman

HARLEY-DAVIDSON DESERT PROVING GROUND OPERATIONS TO RELOCATE–Harley-Davidson Motor Company has reached an agreement with Chrysler to test motorcycles at the automaker’s Arizona Proving Grounds (APG) in Yucca, Ariz.

The agreement commences on July 1, 2009. “We will begin moving testing operations from our current Arizona testing facilities in Mesa beginning April 2009 with full utilization of the new facility by July 1,” said Senior Vice President Ron Hutchinson.

Harley-Davidson will improve and occupy several buildings at the APG’s 3,650-acre facility and use an existing five-mile, high-speed, banked oval track for vehicle testing. Other features at the APG include:

The Motor Company will also be constructing a durability road and a vehicle dynamics road course that will be used exclusively for Harley-Davidson and Buell testing.

The decision to relocate the testing operations was prompted when General Motors’ announced plans to sell its Mesa testing facility, a portion of which Harley-Davidson currently leases for testing.

“We are pleased with the new facility and anticipate a smooth transition with little impact to our continued ability to test current and future Harley-Davidson and Buell motorcycles,” said Hutchinson.

TO HELP OUR VET’SOCT 12th 12:00 TO 5:00pm SOMERS POINT AMERICAN LEGION POSTPENNSYLVANIA AVE and 1st StreetCHINESE AUCTION 50/50 ALL BIKERS WELCOMERain or shine–FOOD BY Featuring German food $10.00 per person DONATIONEAT IN TAKE OUTSPONSORED BY

ALL PROCEEDS GO TOWARD ALL VETERAN AFFAIRS. Cash bar benefit of American Legion Post

–MOTORCYCLE EVENTS OF SJ

BIKERNET SPONSORS CHOPPER CHALLENGE–In a highly secret meeting between Bandit and Chopper Challenge Boss, Eric Harryman a sponsorship agreement was signed in blood to promote the next series of Chopper Challenge TV series for 2009 on Bikernet.

Again it will air on CMT and we’ll bring you inside information on the contestants and where you can view last year’s bike line-up during events. Hang on for more reports as filming begins in early 2009.

WILLIE G. CUSTOM H-D TRIKE– I recently wrote you about the Tri Glide- maybe you’ve already seen this– Willie G’s custom trike. I definitely think there’s a lot of potential in these things.

–Keith Silcox

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