Rally TV’s fun biker segments are filmed at every motorcycle event they attend, then immediately uploaded so anyone can have a look into the action just after it happens.
Read More
Today, the left-leaning watchdog investigative website, Fairwarning.org, released a story to the media titled: "Despite Death Toll, Motorcycle Groups Strive to Muzzle U.S. Regulators". At first glance, I took offense at the title, then I thought. Yes, that's exactly what the Motorcycle Riders Foundation has always done and will always do.
The article used me as a source. I knew that this was going to be a negative story, so I did my best to temper the completely clueless (and I am being generous with that term) reporter and author Rick Schmitt.
The story is out and has already been picked up by several major newspapers and major online news sites like MSNBC. Its likely that your regional papers and reporters will reproduce at least some of the whole article.
Here is what I would like you to do. When you come across the story on your local papers' website or any news website, leave some comments in the feedback section on the story. Be polite and be thought-provoking. Many people will read this story and not ever hear our side of the argument. Use this as an opportunity to point out the flaws in their argument. Use the MRF Fact or Fiction pieces to provide clear, concise points.
Upon reading the story initially, I was outraged and my first notion was to give this reporter the one-finger salute, but that will only make motorcyclists look like the yokels that they want us to be.
The single biggest point to make with this story and all like it is this simple fact.
- In 1997, there were 2,116 fatalities for 3,826,000 motorcycles registered. Or 0.055% of the motorcyclists were killed.
- In 2010, there were 4,502 fatalities for 8,368,000 motorcycles registered. Or 0.053% of the motorcyclists were killed.
So we have more than doubled the motorcycle population. Fact. And we have actually reduced fatalities. Fact.
Read the whole story here: http://www.fairwarning.org/2012/06/despite-death-toll-motorcycle-groups-strive-to-muzzle-u-s-regulators/
If leaving some well thought out comments doesn’t make you feel better, I have Mr. Schmitts home phone number. In all seriousness, let's comment bomb this story like no other.
Jeff
Get your machine a hand built feel without the bloody knuckles
The Calendar Show is broadening its focus to include the growing Collector Bike Market
More than 300 volunteers helped create and showcase an amazing array of attractions
The Sturgis Buffalo Chip has added 3 more break out acts to their growing list of 2012 concerts.
As the 2012 Easyriders Rodeo Tour ramps up to its opening event in Wilson, NC on July 13-15, the organizers just announced a limited time offer that gives vendors 20% off retail space during the rodeo. Call 800-962-9857 before June 12, 2012 and Say "Bikernet.com" to redeem this offer.
The 2012 Easyriders Rodeo Tour Invades Wilson, NC Friday July 13th – Sunday July 15th At The Wilson County Fairgrounds! The Biggest, Baddest, Wildest Motorcycle Rodeo Tour In North America. The Best Motorcycle Action & Party You Have Ever Seen Featuring Motorcycle Rodeo Action, Weekend Camping, Live Music, Bar Stool Racing, Ride In Bike Show, Trophy Girl / Wet T-Shirt Contests, Motorcycle Exhibits, Used Parts Corral, Unlimited Food & Beer & More! Featured Headlining Bands Include Mustang Sally, Cowboy, & The LACS. Party With Us For One Day Or Bring Your Tent & RV & Party With Us All Weekend Long As We Entertainment You With The 1,000 LB Sled Pull, Barrel Races, & More. For Further Info, Complete Camping Details, Events Schedule, & Interested Vendors Please Go To www.EasyridersEvents.com Or Call 800-962-9857
NEW FROM TUCKER ROCKY SHORAI BATTERIES–SHORAI exclusive eXtreme-RATE LiFeP04 LFX (Lithium Iron Phosphate) cell
Technology Shorai LFX batteries have a military spec carbon composite case and come in a variety of shapes, sizes and capacity options and have right/left polarity options for the best possible fitment. Cable connections can be made either at tops or sides of the terminal.
They’re ultra light; cranking faster for a better start and are only 1/5 the weight of lead-acid batteries on average. They are a drop in replacement for your O.E.M. battery for most powersports vehicles. They also hold an unloaded charge for one year without maintenance and have zero sulfation for longer service life. No explosive gasses during charge, and no lead or acid make them environmentally friendly; to dispose of simply discharge.
If the LFX is slightly smaller than the original battery in one dimension or another, high density, adhesive backed foam sheets are included and can be trimmed and applied to the battery box in minutes making a solid fit.
