When You Think You Are On Track, You Are Already Halfway There Click and view this Week’s News — only on Bikernet.com “We’ve faced a serious wave of content including the Indian Chief café racer feature, which is on the home page. Barry sent me a squad of hot looking broads for the Cantina. Don’t forget to read Daytona Charlie. I want to dive into my next build and the first tech. Hang on, Halloween is coming!” ~ Bandit

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Check out the wonderful Hal Robinson Collection at 5-Ball Racing Shop, click & wear.

Hey,

This is an interesting week. We now have two lawsuits against Climate Alarmism, and one is already in the Supreme Court. Another one is being filed against the EPA.

The courts may be the only place where the truth can be heard. Remember, if you’re against the media narrative, you’re a denier. Last week I said, “If you seek the truth, you are never a denier.” That’s all I want, the truth and scientific transparency. That’s what the world deserves.

I’m blown away by publications like TIME magazine who deny the rule of journalism to attack whoever they choose. How disappointing is that. I wrote to the editor once and said, “How are you going to explain the lies to your kids?”

Okay, I have a staffer who constantly berates me regarding my desire to share the truth about the climate. He’s afraid Bikernet might be attacked by the anti-free speech censors.

But I believe this is the largest threat to freedom and our lifestyle I have witnessed in my lifetime. If we don’t step up, we’ll be run over with regulations until choppers are gone.

A brother died yesterday, unexpectedly at 67. Mike and Vickie recently inspired my latest piece of fiction, Daytona Charlie. It’s sort of a tribute, in an odd way, to 1%ers I’ve known in the past.

Let’s hit the news:

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NEWS FROM THE MAGNIFICENT ARCH MOTORCYCLES–ARCH Motorcycle Announces New 1s Model

LOS ANGELES, CA. October 13, 2022 – ARCH Motorcycle, the Los Angeles based bespoke production motorcycle company co-founded by Gard Hollinger and Keanu Reeves, today announce the official launch of its new ARCH 1s model. The 1s represents an evolution helping to define industry categories in the motorcycle world, mixing ARCH’s one-of-a-kind performance cruiser formula with an aggressive riding position to create a Sport Cruiser.

The ARCH 1s is the official second offering from ARCH (following the acclaimed KRGT-1 model) and the company’s first production single-sided swing-arm motorcycle. It also debuts new mid-controls for a more aggressive riding position and handling, while featuring the 124ci, high-torque ARCH/S&S V-twin downdraft fuel injected engine, complemented by an ARCH designed exhaust system, and a carbon fiber fuel cell integrating the air intake and filtration system.

View the new ARCH 1s motorcycle in action.

On Friday of this week, my co-counsel and I, on behalf of a small group of plaintiffs, will be filing an opening appeal brief in the DC Circuit challenging the 2009 “finding” made by the EPA that emissions of CO2 and other greenhouse gases constitute a “danger” to human health and safety. I’ll use this post to give a brief preview, with more detail to follow after the brief becomes public.

You’ll have to wait for Friday to get the full story. But for today, I’ll start with an appetizer of some background on where we are, plus some information on the serious nature of our team and support…

I’ll save a review of the arguments made in our brief until after it becomes public. But meanwhile, I’m learning of some of the eminent scientists who are putting together an amicus brief in support of our position. The CO2 Coalition Science and Environmental Policy Project (SEPP) and also a member of the CO2 Coalition. Sheahen and the Coalition are collaborating on a brief.

From Manhattan Contrarian
–By Francis Menton

The complete Manhattan Contrarian blog, written by CO2 Coalition Member Francis Menton, originally published October 11, 2022, can be accessed at the CO2 Coalition web site.

“We quickly ran out of Greg’s books, so we ordered more. Feel free to drop me a line and I’ll send you one free.” –Bandit

This year marks the 5th year we’ve hosted The Congregation Show at Camp North End with Dice Magazine and Harley-Davidson.

At the risk of sounding like every other company who boasts about their latest event as the biggest and best to-date regardless if there’s any truth to that statement, we can honestly say that this year’s show has surpassed prior events in terms of quality and attendance.

Check out the link below for a gallery of the event.

https://prismmotorcycles.com/blogs/news/gallery

The “Search 2022” brought to you by Refinally and Ameristar Roofing, will host preliminary events throughout southeast Texas during the month of October where ladies from the gulf coast vie for this coveted title and their share of the $10,000 cash we award for the contest we thank Jackie’s for once again being our host venue.

Interested contestants should contact 1st Class Models (218) 451-6793

1. You Spent it – bought a cheetah
2. You Smelled it – cocaine
3. You Lost it – invested in a restaurant
4. She Took it – dated a stripper while married and resulted in your wife’s alimony

(episode with John Cena & country singer Maren Morris)

–from Wayfarer,
Editor
https://blog.bikernet.com
https://www.facebook.com/bikernetbiker

Worked and passed vertical plates as some choppers and sport bikes use.

Supported passage of Motorcycle Awareness Alliance plate.

License Plates – SCDMV online

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Plate Gallery – SCDMV online

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–Ralph Bell
ABATE of South Carolina, Inc
Legislative Coordinator
MRF Representative
(803) 556-2354

RUN UPDATE–We’re ready for Kernville, are you?

The best way to stay in the loop is to sign up for SMS messages. We’ll shoot out occasional reminders letting you know when the Kamp Bar is open when, the bands are coming on, what time the tug-o-war competition and joint rolling contests are, etc. It’s easy, just hit the button below and add your number.

EXFIL-65 Camping

LOCATION
Frandy Park Campground 11252 Kernville Rd. Kernville, CA 93238

CHECK-IN INFO
Turn right as you enter the Kamp and stop at the Registration tent to check-in. This is where you’ll get your wristband and goodie bag.
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BIKE SHOW INFO:
Saturday at 4 pm, please ROLL yer bike up to the Kamp bar/common area and line it up with all the other bikes. At 5:45, judges will place a sticker on the headlight of the winning bikes. If yer bike receives said sticker, please ROLL over to the awards area to receive your award. Classes: CHOPPER, SPORTSTER, MODERN, METRIC, CLASSIC
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JUST IN FROM THE STATE OF LOWBROW–1 down, 3 up… you know the drill.

Here Frank R.I.P. is again, showing the full teardown, rebuild & installation of a Harley-Davidson 4 speed transmission…

This is the full-length, 3.5-hour (!!!) video, free for your enjoyment.

Follow along at home and get your 4 speed shifting as good as new…

Brought to you by Lowbrow Customs 🙂

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Back in the 1960s: Joni Mitchell once sang: “They paved paradise and put up a parking lot.” But city planners who once were blamed for creating space for cars are now reversing direction. The new strategy is to “save paradise and take away a parking lot.” How did we get here?

The only way to build affordable housing is to get rid of cars?

Cities as far-flung as Berkeley, Boston, Minneapolis, New York City, Raleigh, Sacramento, San Diego, and San Francisco have already eliminated parking minimums for new developments. So many parking spaces were mandated for each apartment. Depending on the square footage of commercial ventures, parking space allocation was mandatory. The first state, California, has recently legislated to stop these requirements in new real estate developments.

California Governor Gavin Newsom recently signed AB2097 into law, which generally forbids cities from imposing parking minimums on any commercial or residential development within a half-mile of a public transit stop.

Governor Newsom said in a video address before signing the bill:

“We’re making it cheaper and easier to build new housing near daily destinations like jobs and grocery stores and school. This means more housing at lower prices closer to walkable neighborhoods and public transit.”

AB2097 sponsor Los Angeles County Assembly Member Laura Friedman said the objective was to create more opportunities for housing by lowering the cost of building parking spaces instead of housing. The Parking Reform Network has estimated that building a space in a new building can run from $10,000 to $60,000.

Some California developers stated that the cost could be up to $75,000 per parking space. Land is expensive everywhere, but the cost per foot to build in metropolitan areas can be astronomical. From a land developer’s perspective, there is little return on investment for building parking spaces. They can make more money with housing or office space.

Lawmakers, housing advocates, and environmental groups have worked over the past decade to reverse the mandates. They argue that these parking minimums hinder efforts to fight climate change and increase California’s vehicle dependency.

UCLA Urban Planning Professor and Parking Reform Proponent Donald Shoup told Time Magazine recently:

“At the local level, NIMBYs (Not in My Back Yard) are in charge. That’s why it’s important that California has done this at a state level because state governments have [more long-term] goals: more low-income housing, and less traffic congestion, air pollution, and carbon emissions.”

California’s housing deficit is estimated at more than 3.5 million units. Due to the scarcity, rent prices have soared and contributed to the state’s homeless population (accounting for as much as a quarter of all homeless people in the US).

But all traffic is local, and losing local control over parking minimums can cause more headaches for counties, municipalities, and motorists. Only twenty city councils have voted to ban parking minimums in the past five years. This doesn’t seem like a big deal, but it is the beginning that sets a critical precedent, and now that a state has taken on what formerly was a local zoning issue is enormous.

A similar measure failed last year when lawmakers around California objected to local governments losing zoning control. Los Angeles Mayor Eric Garcetti was a vocal opponent of this year’s legislation and successfully built a compromise that would give local governments some leeway if they could prove within 30 days of a developer’s application that parking minimums were needed.

After eliminating parking minimums, San Francisco and Ventura introduced demand-based pricing for on-street parking to discourage short trips in a car. Demand-based pricing is similar to congestion pricing (motorists pay tolls to use streets based on time of day) but for parking. In 2017, the Department of Energy reported that nearly 60 percent of all vehicle trips in the US were less than six miles. Three-fourths of all trips are ten miles or less. Officials believe that eliminating parking minimums and imposing parking congestion pricing would discourage these trips and encourage walking, biking, or transit.

People drive for many reasons and eliminating parking where residents live, and work could be expensive, disruptive, and inconvenient. Less parking in new developments could mean parking problems in other areas of cities where there is street parking. Driving around looking for the elusive parking spot causes personal time disruptions, increases traffic congestion, and exacerbates the city’s vehicle emissions problem. Suppose residents need a vehicle for whatever reason (handicapped, caregiver, service provider, etc.) and have to pay to park in a city lot. In that case, they might not be unable to afford to do so any longer.

Forcing residents to make different transportation choices is the aim, and maybe that is a good thing if jobs and housing are near transit. In many parts of the country, that is not the case.

Ironically, California city planners were among the first in the US to impose minimum parking requirements back in the 1920s. The initiative accelerated in the 1950s when the state’s car culture evolved after more people bought cars and drove places. At the time, city leaders feared less parking or inadequate parking for offices and apartments would increase traffic issues in surrounding residential neighborhoods.

And guess what? The same thing will happen now, but it’s much worse than in the 1950s, with many cities allocating space for bike or bus lanes at the curb, eliminating street-parking spaces entirely.

Celebrate all things black and orange this month at the Harley-Davidson Museum
Check out two new retail shops and be sure to mark your calendars for Skulloween!

THE REASONING BIKERNET WEEKLY NEWS for October 6th, 2022

https://www.bikernet.com/pages/THE_REASONING_BIKERNET_WEEKLY_NEWS_for_October_6th_2022.aspx

I like your comment about Ride Free or Die Trying. Love seeing Hal Robinson’s work and did you find his signature? It’s sort of written in the weeds. Have fun looking.

— Ann Robinson
Long Beach, CA

True Wisdom Quotes for Thursday News—

“You do not lead by hitting people over the head – that’s assault, not leadership.”
~ Dwight D. Eisenhower

“If your actions inspire others to dream more, learn more, do more and become more, you are a leader.”
~ John Quincy Adams

“The great end of life is not knowledge but action.”
~ Thomas H. Huxley

–Wayfarer,
Editor
https://blog.bikernet.com
https://www.facebook.com/bikernetbiker

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This year’s Raffle Bike is the stunning 1937 Harley-Davidson Knucklehead finished in one-year-only Delphine Blue, striped in Teak Red, and edged in Gold. This Model EL features an all-1937 61c.i. Knucklehead engine cradled in a genuine 1937 frame and fork, along with all-original pre-war fenders and gas tanks. The 1937-only dash panel sports a 120 mph speedo, NOS amp gauge, and oil pressure switch. This 30-year assemblage of genuine HD components makes it the rarest and most original WTT Raffle Bike to date!

October Special
This month when you enter our annual raffle at the “Greater Deal” package you will receive our WTT Beanie along with your Raffle Tee and DVD. At the “Better Deal” package, you’ll get the ’37 Knucklehead tin sign along with your Raffle Tee and DVD, and at the “Best Deal” you’ll get the Beanie and Tin Sign along with your Tee and DVD.

The raffle takes place in front of a live audience on Saturday, Nov 19th, 2022 at the Wheels Through Time Museum in Maggie Valley, NC. Second prize is $10k, and 3rd prize is $5k — you do not have to be present to win.

They are not with the books but in a separate department called Kindle Store, then you need to select Kindle Vella from the Kindle Store. The Vella stories are not within the ebooks but a separate category.

Google search of Kindle Vella – took me to:

https://www.amazon.com/kindle-vella/category/21364096011

Now use the search bar at the top to enter: Bandit’s Cantina, and the stories come up. First 3 are free

Notice that the drop down menu to the left of the search bar says Kindle Vella

Or go to amazon.com and select the department Kindle Store, at the top of the page – see below, select Kindle Vella – when in Kindle Vella use the search bar top of page to enter Bandits Cantina

–The Redhead
K. Randall “Bandit” Book Editor
5-Ball Inc.

“Sounds like a pain in the ass to me.” –Bandit

15 OCTOBER 2022 | STARTING AT 10:00 BST

16 OCTOBER 2022 | STARTING AT 10:00 BST | WITH LOT 401

Examples:
1974 Ducati 750SS Frame no. DM750SS*075134* Engine no. 075185. Estimate: £140,000 – £170,000

Offered from The Forshaw Speedway Collection, ex-Otto ‘Red’ Rice, c.1934 Crocker 500cc OHV Speedway Racing Motorcycle Engine no. 34-19. Estimate: £100,000 – £150,000

Offered from The Forshaw Speedway Collection, ex-Art Pechar, c.1927 Indian 350cc Dirt Track Racing Motorcycle Engine no. BLR 127. Estimate: £90,000 – £130,000

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There goes Ezy
Ezy Rider
Ridin’ down the highway of desire
They say the free wind
Takes him higher
Tryin’ to find his heaven above
But he’s dyin’ to be loved
– Jimi Hendrix

Ezy Riders, by Cate Dingley, The Artist Edition (2022)

The cover of Ezy Riders features Larry O of Outcast MC of Brooklyn. [Cate Dingley]

“You will never be happier than you expect. To change your happiness, change your expectation.”
– Bette Davis
(from 1440)

–Sam Burns
Feature Bike Editor
Bikernet.com™

[ met-suh-loo-nuh ] SHOW IPA
noun

a crescent-shaped, single- or double-bladed chopping knife, with a handle on each end or a connecting handle.

WHAT IS THE ORIGIN OF MEZZALUNA?
Mezzaluna, “a crescent-shaped chopping knife,” literally means “half-moon, crescent” in Italian and is a compound of mezza, feminine of mezzo “middle,” and luna “moon” (compare the recent Words of the Day lunisolar and perilune).

Mezzo, which is also the source of the loanword mezzanine “the lowest balcony in a theater,” comes from Latin medius “middle,” which is a distant relative and synonym of English middle and Ancient Greek mésos. A common trend is for Latin -cae-, -di-, -te-, and similar combinations before vowels to become -zz- in Italian.

Just as medius became mezzo, Latin Nicaea “Nice” became Italian Nizza, puteus “(water) well” became pozzo, and statio “standing-place” became stazzo “fold, pen.” Mezzaluna was first recorded in English in the early 1950s.

HOW IS MEZZALUNA USED?

The mezzaluna, with its half-moon-shaped blade and knobby handles at each end, possesses the simplicity of a tool like the hammer. Its design recalls an earlier time, before the food processor, and before home cooks had knife skills worthy of a restaurant kitchen.

AMANDA HESSER, “A HALF MOON THAT BRIGHTENS KITCHEN LABORS,” THE NEW YORK TIMES, JANUARY 23, 2002

–from Dictionary.com

However, no one on the committee had a viable plan for how to finance article 80-22 and it is shelved for the remainder of the afternoon.

Oh yeah, I think I hurt the Dyna, but I’m still riding it. My overpriced Snap On Compression Tester set from the Corvette and Evo days, doesn’t have the correct size for the twin cam. Was $30.00 on line at SO. The sets at the auto parts cost that much or more. And since I can’t read, along with being able to run 60w oil apparently, a TC cam chain and tensioners have to be serviced, who knew? But I want to check the compression.

Need to ball hone the front cylinder on the Shovelhead, which are no longer just hanging on a rack at the auto parts anymore and can’t find mine! Still low humidity, but I think it’s going away.

As the Texas Turns. It’s still 86 degrees during the day here.

https://blog.bikernet.com/a-visit-to-one-of-japans-motorcycle-shitno-shrine/

–Wayfarer,
Editor
https://blog.bikernet.com

Moto Beach Classic 2022 Preview—

The inaugural Moto Beach Classic started out as a wild idea from Roland Sands and crew in 2017 and has developed into a Southern California motorcycle cultural explosion. It has always delivered the unexpected in the heart of Southern California surf culture.

This year’s event takes place on October 15, 2022. Events include season finale for AMA Super Hooligan National Championship racing, over 100 riders doing battle on a dirt short track built on the sand.

Plus, custom bike show, vendors, art, food, and drinks, all moto centric and all Surfside. Architects of Inspiration will be a centerpiece of the Moto Beach Classic event. A curated collection of unique installations inspired by moto and surf culture.

https://blog.bikernet.com/moto-beach-classic-2022-preview/

 INTERMOT 2022– successful restart after four years

The first motorcycle trade fair of the year attracts motorcycle fans and the international trade + Total of around 100,000 private and trade visitors in Cologne + Exhibitors praise high-quality conversations + Young public with strong representation

The INTERMOT, International Motorcycle and Scooter Trade Fair in Cologne, which ended on Sunday, 9 October 2022, experienced a successful restart. As the first motorcycle trade fair of the year, the event presented world premieres and innovations but also new products that had already been introduced digitally over the course of the year.

At INTERMOT, the motorcycle community, motorcycle fans and the trade, could finally see the motorcycle experience world and all exhibited models live and in colour again. “After a four-year interruption due to the pandemic, the motorised two-wheel world is back in Cologne, and the visitor response underlines how important an industry platform is, especially under difficult circumstances. Consumers and the trade are looking forward to being able to go to trade fairs again, to experience and touch the products up close, especially such emotionally charged lifestyle products like motorcycles or scooters.

The mood among trade fair participants was very good. One could sense that the industry had missed exchanging ideas in such a framework again. That had simply been missing in recent years. Even if the industry was not yet completely represented in Cologne after the pandemic, INTERMOT 2022 has demonstrated its strengths as a trade and consumer fair and positioned itself on the market again”, is the shared summary of Oliver Frese, Chief Operating Officer of Koelnmesse, and Reiner Brendicke, General Manager of the German Motorcycle Industry Association e.V. (IVM).

INTERMOT 2022 registered a total of around 100,000 visitors from 75 countries. The international specialised trade for the brands participating in Cologne thereby represented around 20 percent of total visitors, around 30 percent of which came from abroad. They informed themselves about the offering of around 500 exhibiting companies and brands from more than 30 countries.

More than 80 percent of the visitors were satisfied with their visit to INTERMOT 2022 and would recommend the trade fair. Nearly 40 percent of private INTERMOT visitors were under 30 year of age. “INTERMOT thus also makes an important contribution to addressing new target groups. This is also underlined by the feedback of our exhibitors, who praised the high quality and the detailed specialised knowledge of INTERMOT visitors and reported intensive discussions”, Oliver Frese and Reiner Brendicke continue.

The WORLD OF SHOP@INTERMOT was also well-received by the public. Consumers had the chance at INTERMOT to buy products for the first time at the trade fair, primarily from the clothing and helmets sections. Long lines formed at many exhibitors with visitors looking to secure something new at the end of the season for the first ride in the coming spring. “The conceptual adjustment, including sales at the trade fair, was a complete success for us. Our stand was practically under siege on the visitor days. Vistors also expect to be able to buy at a motorcycle trade fair”, according to Matthias Kroner, Country Manager Rukka Motorsport Germany/Austria.

In addition to the test drive track, the stunt shows, the European Street Freestyle Championships and the special shows, such as the UNIQUE MOTORCYCLES, were well-attended highlights in the event programme of INTERMOT 2022.

The next INTERMOT takes place from 1 to 6 October 2024.

He was nearly 80 years old when he was put on trial (1954) under the Obscene Publications Act, found guilty and fined. Today the postcards are worth a fortune.

–Joe

Barberton, OH—Today, Malco Products, Inc. announced they would sponsor three SEMA Battle of the Builders entries as part of SEMA Show 2022 at the Las Vegas Convention Center on November 1-4. Visitors to West Hall booth 54149 will have the opportunity to see the 2020 Al Slonaker Memorial Award-winning 1936 Willys Pickup and speak to builder Brian Limburg of The Tin Man’s Garage.

As the centerpiece for the Malco booth, the 1936 Willys features a show-stopping PPG Ferrari Red paint job, custom Chromoly tube chassis, and 498 cubic inch Arias V6 800 horsepower Hemi engine. The truck is finished with Malco Automotive’s EPIC® line of compounds and polishes to enhance the truck’s shine.

“Malco Products, Inc. exhibits at SEMA to support our flagship Malco Automotive line of professional-grade detailing products and our Presta Automotive line of automotive refinish products,” said Jennifer Bowman, Director of Marketing. “This year, our booth centers around the Malco and Presta brands’ core purpose: paint correction and protection. There is no better way to show what our brands represent than to show a vehicle in our signature red color that shines and has great reflection. We are honored to have this Grand National Roadster Show award-winning build in our booth and wish Brian luck in the Battle of the Builders competition.”

To learn more about the Malco Automotive brand, visit our new website at www.malcoautomotive.com, and to learn more about Presta Automotive products, visit www.prestaproducts.com.

SONG PICK OF THE PICK—

Song : “Bad Things”
Artist : Jace Everett
Album : Jace Everett (2005)
Lyrics : Jace Everett

When you came in, the air went out
And every shadow filled up with doubt
I don’t know who you think you are
But before the night is through
I wanna do bad things with you

I’m the kind to sit up in his room
Heart sick and eyes filled up with blue
I don’t know what you’ve done to me
But I know this much is true
I wanna do bad things with you, okay

When you came in the air went out
And all those shadows there filled up with doubt
I don’t know who you think you are
But before the night is through
I wanna do bad things with you
I wanna do real bad things with you

I don’t know what you’ve done to me
But I know this much is true
I wanna do bad things with you
I wanna do real bad things with you

–Wayfarer

COLUMBIA FALLS, Maine — October 12, 2022 — This year’s theme for Wreaths Across America (WAA) is “Find a Way to Serve.” In keeping with this, the organization launched a new TEACH program earlier this year.

The program, which was put together by retired educator and Gold Star Mother Cindy Tatum, shares an established curriculum designed to teach the next generation about the value of their freedom. In the past few months, with consistent updates based on American holidays and other important events, this program has become wildly popular with professional educators and homeschoolers. Last month alone, this program received over 2,000 individual downloads.

The program, which consists of stories of courage and character, regularly introduces new educational materials – most recently you can find lesson plans specifically related to Veterans’ Day – further focusing on character development and service projects for young people of all ages.

This service-based curriculum is designed to share educational materials from philanthropic and patriotic organizations like The Unites States of America Vietnam War Commemoration, the American Rosie MovementTM, Random Acts of Kindness Foundation, The Congressional Media of Honor Society, and IKEducation at the Eisenhower Foundation. Additionally, WAA has developed a Veterans’ Oral History Project for youth from 4th -12th grades that encourages young people to interview a veteran, service member, or Gold Star Family member to learn about the sacrifices our military make on behalf of our country and teach the next generation the value of their freedom.

To learn more, or to download WAA’s TEACH materials, please visit www.wreathsacrossamerica.org/teach.

Learn more at: https://www.wreathsacrossamerica.org/pages/19520/News/832/?relatedId=0

–Marcus Aurelius

KENT, UNITED KINGDOM , October 12, 2022

Key Findings in a Pioneering Cebr Economic Report Sanctioned by the Fair Fuel APPG for Motorists and Hauliers, & Funded by FairFuelUK, ABD and MAG:

1. The environmental benefits from the proposed 2030 bans are dwarfed by the considerably additional costs.

2. Environmental benefits from the 2030 ban add-up to £76 billion. In contrast, the assessed costs add up to £400 billion.

3. These costs are FIVE times the benefits; even after using the government’s own valuations of the alleged unproven environmental benefits.

4. The study shows that the major costs from the proposed ban are likely to be:
New vehicle purchases of £188 billion (in extra costs).
Increased time lost due to waiting whilst recharging EVs, valued at £47 billion.
Infrastructure for electricity generation and additional charging points of £99 billion.

5. There is likely to be a loss of tax revenue of £5.8 billion per annum (£2.7 billion when discounted to 2022 base year terms), on average, in the scenario of a ban in comparison to a no-ban scenario, as fuel duty and VAT dwindle away.

6. From the perspective of the average household, these additional costs over the period 2022 to 2050 amount to £27,400 or just under £1,000 per household per year from 2022 until 2050.

7. Even the overall environmental benefits from the 2030 ban are rather lower than might be assumed since approximately 50% of any reductions in emissions from usage are likely to be offset by increased emissions in EV production.

8. Furthermore, this analysis does not take account of the likely increased emissions and other social costs from the massive increase in mining likely to be required by EVs. These extra emissions will be transnational in nature, relating to the processing of raw materials and associated shipments across the globe.

The Cebr report in full is at https://fairfueluk.com/CEBR-2030-BAN

Comments from MPs, Cebr, Report Sponsors and Reform UK

Tory Craig McKinlay MP, Chair of the FairFuel APPG and Net Zero Scrutiny Group says: “This in-depth study from the CEBR shows unequivocally that the costs of the proposed ban on petrol and diesel vehicles would be many times the benefits. Strikingly, even when using the Government’s own methodology on carbon pricing, the study finds that the costs are a staggering five times the estimated benefits.

Other reports show the CO2 savings of electric vehicles are limited, not to mention the reality of the limited supply of the elements required for batteries largely under Chinese control and the human misery associated with the mining process. No policy can be justified which has such an unbalanced ratio of costs to benefits, under a range of different assumptions. I really hope the Government will study these results carefully and abandon a policy that can only leave people worse off.

It’s time for a more nuanced approach to decarbonising transport that allows for innovation across the automotive sector. Continuing with this rigid and authoritarian ban risks disaster.

Tory MP, Karl McCartney, Member of the Transport Select Committee, says: “Some of our overzealous colleagues in Parliament have devoutly followed the 2030/2050 ‘Net Zero’ mantra like lemmings. They should watch ‘The Big Reset’, it will blow their minds. This report very firmly puts them and the civil servants and ‘green’ lobby on notice that there is a vast and terrible economic cost, for both our Country and every individual who lives here, to achieve their unrealistic aims.

The Cebr report in full is at https://fairfueluk.com/CEBR-2030-BAN

SOURCE :
https://motorcycles.einnews.com/pr_news/595220975/mps-call-on-government-to-scrap-the-2030-fossil-fuelled-new-car-sales-ban-following-ground-breaking-economic-report

Cartoon Source:
https://www.economist.com/the-world-this-week/2022/03/12/kals-cartoon

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–Sam Burns
Trike Editor
Bikernet.com™

It all dates back to its origins, when Alex Carlton Johnson dreamt up a luxe homage to the Black Hills and the Lakota Sioux Tribes, in the form of an ornate hotel filled with wood, brick and Native American tapestries. The hotel began construction in 1927, just one day before work started on Mount Rushmore, and it opened the following year.

Over the subsequent century, there have been reported sightings of Alex Johnson himself, a young girl and a “Lady in White” who may or may not have committed suicide by jumping from the window in room 812.

Nowadays, she’s said to roam the eighth floor in search of the person who may or may not have pushed her. When you check in, employees might regale you with tales of housekeeping staff who quit abruptly over unexplained noises and sights or warn you that you could hear the sounds of people sprinting down hotel hallways late at night.

–from InsideHook.

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1. At a movie theater, which arm rest is yours?

2. If people evolve from monkeys, why are monkeys still around?

3. Why is there a ‘D’ in fridge, but not in refrigerator?

4. Who knew what time it was when the first clock was made?

Vagaries of English Language!

1. Ever wonder why the word funeral starts with FUN?

2. Why isn’t a Fireman called a Water-man?

3. How come Lipstick doesn’t do what it says?

4. If money doesn’t grow on trees, how come Banks have Branches?

5. If a Vegetarian eats vegetables, what does a Humanitarian eat?

6. How do you get off a non-stop Flight?

7. Why are goods sent by ship called CARGO and those sent by truck SHIPMENT?

8. Why do we put cups in the dishwasher and the dishes in the Cupboard?

9. Why do doctors ‘practice’ medicine? Are they having practice at the cost of the patients?

10. Why is it called ‘Rush Hour’ when traffic moves at its slowest then?

11. How come Noses run and Feet smell?

12. Why do they call it a TV ‘set’ when there is only one?

13. What are you vacating when you go on a vacation?

14. Did you know that if you replace “W” with “T” in “What, Where and When”, you get the answer to each of them.

–El Waggs
Bikernet Pornographic Editor
Bikernet.com™

Tucker Powersports Named Exclusive Distributor of Australia’s High-Tech Forcite Helmet—

Fort Worth TX – October 10, 2022 – Tucker Powersports today announced an exclusive distribution agreement with Forcite, the Australian maker of the Forcite MK1S, a high-tech motorcycle helmet with an integrated action camera, premium audio and a patented, LED display for road alerts and navigation. Tucker will distribute the helmet to its dealer network in the United States as part of this multi-year agreement.

Developed over six years at a cost of $5.8 million, the Forcite MK1S helmet does away with the need for bulky clip-on cameras or headsets and can alert riders of upcoming dangers before they arrive. Forcite launched its technology-heavy motorcycle helmet in Australia in 2020 and is expanding to the UK and EU in Q4 of 2022. There are currently over 2000 Forcite helmets in use in Australia.

The helmet was designed by a team of motorcyclists led by Co-Founders Alfred Boyadgis and Julian Chow who collaborated on R&D with riders, capturing thousands of points of on-road feedback, The helmet uses a patented, rider alert system and LED display to deliver information that improves the motorcycle riding experience with high-quality audio, instructions to ease navigation, and alerts to upcoming road hazards.

“We are constantly seeking partners and products that enhance the adventure of riding a motorcycle,” said Tucker President and CEO Marc McAllister. “Forcite is clearly focused on that riding experience and on the future of our favorite pastime.”

“We’ve created a motorcycle helmet that looks slick, and also packs a punch with cool features that lift the riding experience,” said Alfred Boyadgis, co-founder of Forcite. “This new partnership with Tucker Powersports promises to deliver as both companies look to the future of what’s possible in the motorcycle category.”

The features of the Forcite MK1S are unmatched in the motorcycle helmet market and operate as a system (helmet, built-in electronics and a related Forcite app) to provide an engaged and connected riding experience.

The stylish helmet shell is hand-laid carbon fiber which has tremendous strength and makes the Forcite MK1S the lightest smart helmet on the market. It includes an eight-vent system for optimized airflow and meets ECE and DOT testing standards.

The Forcite helmets deliver road alerts and navigation through a unique, in-helmet LED display and audio cues which communicate navigation maneuvers, live traffic alerts, speed traps, road hazards and traffic enforcement. Positioned at the bottom of the visor, the in-helmet display is designed to be non-distracting, allowing riders to keep their eyes up and focused on the road ahead.

The Forcite MK1S also features high-end, in-helmet audio powered by removable, 40mm Harman Kardon speakers, which are integrated into the helmet’s interior design, not a customer add-on. The speaker system is paired with two omni-directional microphones which are tuned for vocal clarity and wind reduction, allowing riders to take calls and create “voice over” video.

A built-in action camera offers HD 1080P resolution and automatically adjusts for low-light and night-time filming.

The helmet’s face shield is a Pinlock 120 anti-fog shield and includes a quick release as well as a locking switch for track and high-speed use. The padding is 3D-formed foam with a contoured fit and cheek pads. A special neck roll design with a chin curtain reduces wind noise and results in even better audio quality.

The Forcite MK1S will be available in early 2023. Suggested retail price for the black, full-face helmet is $1099.

It’s great working weed, I smoke a bowl, and have 4 gummies and my body feels like it’s healing inside strange enough. Been working on my deep breathing and gonna head up north to get in the Mackinaw river.

Me and all the ascended master will be floating in that river. It’s a great river to camp and swim at. In October the river beds are dry and I thought a flat bottom river race weekend would be badass, drag race style. Lots of great motorcycle history is in Illinois.

Checkout this seat. Fkn badass, checkout those 45° Stitchingand those slick lines. My customer Peter is pumped. Working on it tonight to ship out tomorrow. I’ll get photos and send them to you.

–Adam Croft
President and Founder
Dime Bag Enterprises

Don’t fall into the trap of believing only high-powered lobbyists or big money donors can make a difference in D.C. The average biker can and has impacted policy in our nation’s capital.

A perfect example is the work of two motorcyclists in Nevada, Fred Harrell and Russell Radke. Both are long time biker rights advocates and understand the best way to get things done is to educate and develop relationships with their elected officials. Over the course of several years, they met with and befriended their local lawmaker, Congresswoman Susie Lee of Nevada. Sharing their experiences as motorcyclists and their concern regarding the profiling of bikers they sought solutions to help address the issue.

In response to the concerns of her constituents, and as a member of the House Appropriations Committee, Congresswoman Lee advanced committee report language to a government funding bill that seeks answers from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) on the issue of profiling. The language states:

“The Committee is concerned that NHTSA may be conducting activities that encourage states to adopt legislation, regulation, or other policies that unjustly profile motorcycle riders. The Committee directs NHTSA to report to the House and Senate Committees on Appropriations on the extent to which the agency works with states on motorcycle passenger policies within 120 days of enactment of this Act.”

On behalf of the 70,000 riders in the Silver State and the 10 million bikers across this country, the Motorcycle Riders Foundation, thanks Congresswoman Lee and her staff for meeting with, listening to and advocating for her constituents and the entire motorcycle community. Additional thanks to Russell and Fred for their tireless work to build and maintain these important relationships on Capitol Hill.

Daytona Biketoberfest

Join us for Daytona Biketoberfest in Ormond Beach, Florida. Come find the Legend Suspensions tent at Bruce Rossmeyers Harley-Davidson October 12th – 16th during Biketoberfest. We are excited to see you, talk suspension, and celebrate all things Harley-Davidson.

October 12th – 16th
Bruce Rossmeyers Harley Davidson
1637 US-1

QUICK, New Bikernet Reader Comment!–BIKERS AND THE VA

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So sad, veterans have to go through so much to get what they need. Great article Rogue!

— Cat Hammes
Racine, WI

Supreme Court Hears Challenge to Allegedly Unconstitutional California Pork Industry Restrictions

A voter-ratified law in California banning the sale of pork from hogs raised in spaces smaller than industry norms is unconstitutional, an industry group told the Supreme Court on Oct. 11.

The case is important because whatever ruling the court issues could have implications reaching well beyond agricultural law. State-level energy and climate regulations have also been challenged under the so-called dormant commerce clause, or negative commerce clause, in the U.S. Constitution, which prohibits states from enacting legislation that discriminates against or excessively burdens interstate commerce.

In 2008, California voters easily approved Proposition 2, the Prevention of Farm Animal Cruelty Act, which outlawed “gestation crates” for pregnant pigs, cages for egg-laying hens, and veal crates for calves. However, the measure didn’t forbid the sale of food that comes from animals confined in prohibited ways, Ballotpedia reports.

A decade later, California Proposition 12, the Farm Animal Confinement Initiative, was also easily approved by state voters in 2018, according to Ballotpedia.

The initiative establishes “minimum space requirements based on square feet for calves raised for veal, breeding pigs, and egg-laying hens and bans the sale of (a) veal from calves, (b) pork from breeding pigs, and (c) eggs from hens when the animals are confined to areas below minimum square-feet requirements.”

Separately, the Humane Society of the United States, a respondent in the case, said in a statement released while the hearing was underway that “states have the right to keep immoral and unsafe products out of their markets, including pork from cruelly confined pigs.”

“As we await the Court’s decision, we applaud the many retailers and major pork producers who are already meeting consumers’ increasing demand for safer, more humane pork,” Humane Society CEO Kitty Block said.

–By Matthew Vadum

AND ANOTHER New Bikernet Reader Comment!–BIKERS AND THE VA

https://www.bikernet.com/pages/BIKERS_AND_THE_VA.aspx

This article speaks volumes. The VA has been working hard for our veterans but we need more help. Our veterans need more assistance with claims and people to care about their needs.

I personally know of a Veteran who has fought for his rights with our government to get his disability to 100%. It’s taken him years and this year he finally won the battle.

Others need to know that it’s not impossible and that persistence is a must. We as Americans need to help our Veterans who fought for us. So, let’s fight for them!

–Christy Severino
Hundees96@comcast.net
Palm Beach Gardens , FL

The experience is about dialing in technique, body positioning, and running controlled drills that will enhance your riding skills considerably. With expert coaching in an awesome environment with a like-minded crew, we promise you will walk away better, faster, and a more capable rider. Sound like something you want to do, read on and let’s get your registered!

—Babesrideout.ticketspice.com

My unconditional encompass embracing those I love everyday & showing up

Always having my words match my actions & my actions match my words

Knowing I am entering in the rewarding phase of my life through living committed to my values

Loving, nurturing who I am with clarity, contentment, honesty & who I hold close to me through choice

–The writing of Ray Russell
Australian Guru

We’ve faced a serious wave of content including the Indian Chief café racer feature, which is on the home page. Barry sent me a squad of hot looking Asian broads for the Cantina.

I’m working on a heartfelt story of love and lust and a tribute to our Sinwu. Don’t forget to read Daytona Charlie. I want to dive into my next build and the first tech, but I’m also trying to get a handle on finishing the upper garage while the sun is shining. We experienced a taste of snow the other day.

Jerry insulated, dry-walled and painted three walls. It’s up to me finish the fourth wall and work on the ceiling with blue board. I’ve never worked with this stuff, but I’ll give it hell. I’m considering a home generator. And the Redhead sleeps through most of the day, then gets up and asks for more improvements. The list is long and daunting.

I’m having a 30-foot flag pole constructed and I’m working on the top brass ball and handmade wings. Will seek inspiration tomorrow in a Whitewood Picker’s junk yard.

Hang on, Halloween is coming!

from https://hotbike.com

The inaugural Moto Beach Classic started out as a wild idea from Roland Sands and crew in 2017 and has developed into a Southern California motorcycle cultural explosion. From massive concerts to short track racing on the sand in Huntington Beach, the Moto Beach Classic has always delivered the unexpected in the heart of Southern California surf culture.​

This year’s event takes place on October 15, 2022 and brings a massive new partnership with Red Bull and their iconic Red Bull Straight Rhythm Race, for a one-day, jam-packed, moto-centric event with a projected attendance of 20,000 moto fans, at Huntington State Beach.​

The Moto Beach Classic will anchor the cultural side of the day with Super Hooligan National Championship racing and over 100 riders doing battle on a dirt short track built on the sand. Key attractions also include a custom bike show, vendors, art, food, and drinks, all moto centric and all Surfside.

This one-day event will include the best motocross riders on the planet, battling side by side for Straight Rhythm glory on a specially-built dirt motocross track featuring full-size supercross jumps and no turns, parallel to Pacific Coast Highway, alongside the hospitality and perks expected of Red Bull signature events.​

Roland Sands Design is still currently taking submissions to the Moto Classic Bike Show. Please email motorcycle description, images and builder info to info@rolandsands.com.

The vendor village at Moto Beach is a great way to see and experience products from some your favorite brands. Whether you’re into motorcycles, e-Bikes, hand crafted art, riding gear, sunglasses, leather goods or jewelry, there is something for everyone. Past vendors included Roland Sands Design, Deus ex Machina, Vans, Indian Motorcycle, Moto Doffo Winery, Stellar Moto, BMW Motorcycles, Dunlop Tires, GEICO, Saddleman Seats, Royal Enfield, KROQ, ASV, MoonEyes, Black Fly’s, Super73, STACYC, HD LiveWire, Russ Brown Attorneys, Vance & Hines, Hurley, Inked Iron, We Big, K&N Filters, Yamaha.

Architects of Inspiration Art Show
The Architects of Inspiration will be a centerpiece of the Moto Beach Classic event. A curated collection of unique installations inspired by moto and surf culture. Initially structured​ to solely be an art collective, the Architects of Inspiration has grown to be a larger platform that included more creatives, such as live muralist painters and local music gurus. This year, the Architects of Inspiration Art Show will take place on the sand between the Super Hooligan Dirt Track and the Moto Classic Custom Bike Show. ​

Super Hooligan Flat Track Racing
As with any RSD event, the main focus is on motorcycle racing. The Moto Beach Classic serves as the season finale for AMA Super Hooligan National Championship and also offers anyone a chance to race on the short track built on the sand. Past classes include Run What Ya Brung, Desert MX Open, Vintage Air Cooled, Mad Dog Mini and more, offering a ton of fun, regardless of which side of the handlebars you are on.​

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This Custom Land-Speed Bike Build Failed 4 Times: Here’s What We Can Learn

You’re going to fail a lot when you try something new, but keep going.
by Janaki Jitchotvisut from https://www.rideapart.com

Have you ever had a project not go exactly like you planned? If you noticed that I didn’t say “project bike” there, that word choice was intentional—because maybe you’re just at the beginning of thinking about your first project bike. However, as a person who has worked on many a passion project prior to ever even thinking about a project bike, I’m here to tell you that some of that precious knowledge you’ve already gained completely carries over into project bike territory.

In this video, YouTuber SuperFastMatt takes us on a detailed breakdown of how he tried to build a custom land speed record attempt motorcycle four separate times—and how (and why) he failed. His analysis is unsparing, hilarious, and incredibly relatable—even if you’ve never personally tried to build a custom land speed record attempt motorcycle of your own.

Why? Probably because, at their heart, most projects—be they bikes or other things—share a number of traits in common. As he spells out toward the beginning of the vehicle, all projects require some mixture of time, money, space, and motivation to complete things—from your individual sub-tasks, all the way up to full project completion.

Most people don’t have unlimited supplies of any (or all) of these things—but if you have motivation, you can usually find creative ways to bend the other three parts to your will. The problems usually happen when motivation runs out. A setback may only seem tiny to an outsider, but if it feels utterly soul-crushing to you, then you may set something aside for weeks, months—or even years until you’re ready to deal with it again.

This video is particularly great because it works on multiple levels. On the one hand, you’re getting a blow-by-blow synopsis of what was clearly years of Matt’s attempts at getting this particular build off the ground—or, at least, more quickly across the ground than was probably advisable for this vehicle. On the other, you’re getting a close-up look at the inner workings of one curious, mechanically-minded person’s thought process in working through failure—which could, ultimately, help you work through your own failures.

The fact is, most of us have to keep trying, falling down, getting back up again, and learning from our mistakes when we attempt new things. Very few people are automatically good at just about anything. Most of us just have to keep trying, keep learning, and keep improving. That stubbornness may not seem like a good thing, but it is. Then again, so is learning to recognize when it’s time to light something on fire and shove it into the sea. Cheers.

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EPISODE 3: BUILD VIDEO: https://youtu.be/8X00ZjElisE

Episode 2: Design (Noise Cycles): HERE
https://youtu.be/1Ct-659VuJI

Episode 1: Planning (Noise Cycles): HERE
https://youtu.be/9fhyoQji5dk

Full video playlist including planning and design found HERE
https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLDcKnjZUAr9Rk5yLtAEcijgeoY-3FNXBK

BUILD LIST AND SPECS:

• Build & Fabrication – Zach Hindes
• Engine – Stock 111ci
• Transmission – Stock 6 speed
• Exhaust – Custom Stainless Steel by Zach Hindes
• Muffler – Racefit
• Frame – Modified rear section from twin shocks to mono shock & modified swing arm by Zach Hindes
• Front Forks – Modified from single disc to to dual disc by Zach Hindes
• Wheels – Custom by Roland Sands Design – 17 inch rear / 19 inch front
• Tires – Dunlop
• Brakes – Beringer
• Gas Tank – Custom by Zach Hindes
• Footpeg mounts – Custom by Roland Sands Design
• Racing Fairing – Vintage 1970’s modified by Zach Hindes
• Seat Pan – Vintage 1970’s modified by Zach Hindes

by Rogue

“I recently bought a new 2022 Harley-Davidson Ultra Limited. So far, I like the motorcycle, but… I rode so long using a Klock Flare Windshield on my previous motorcycle, I missed it.

I needed to quickly install one on my new Ultra.

I never thought about the height differences in the fairings with and without vents.”

Click Here to Read this Photo Feature and Ride Report.

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Noise Cycles & Zach Hines take a cruiser model to racing design
by by Jeff Millard

Barber Vintage Motorcycle Festival, Indian Motorcycle debuted a custom Indian Chief like never before utilizing the power of Indian’s Stock 111ci.

Have a glimpse of the photos of the completed build, along with a series of videos filmed and directed by Scott Toepfer.

CLICK Here to View this Incredible Piece of Machinery and its Customization.

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They Deserve Better Treatment
by Rogue, Senior Editor Bikernet.com, Founder Biker Lives Matter

“I am a Biker and A Disabled Veteran. There are a lot of people who are as well, including Bandit, and most of us deal with the Veterans Administration for our medical treatment. This was promised to us when we enlisted and or drafted into the military.

I have a close friend who is a Navy Veteran and he told me he was not allowed to sign up for VA because his wife makes too much money.

Some people say they are happy with the way they are treated, but most I have talked to are Not and the reasons vary.”

CLICK HERE and Read It and Support it !!!

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by K. Randall “Bandit” Ball

“Chopper Charlie was in a jam, he knew it. He stepped into too many dark alleys with the wrong guys. He told his old lady to pack everything she owned into her Buick Roadmaster station wagon and get ready to split.

Melanie did as she was told. A tiny, bubbly thing, as cute as a button, she stood by her man unless another man came along. Charlie wasn’t a big guy, maybe 5’8” but he curled 50-pound dumbbells and bench-pressed over 300 pounds. With skinny legs, tight biceps and a barrel chest, he worked in the back of a notorious bike shop run by a four-man 1%er club called the Question Marks. “

Click to Read this latest adventure in “Why We Chop Series: Daytona Charlie”

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I was recently bought a new 2022 Harley-Davidson Ultra Limited.

So far, I like the motorcycle, but… I rode so long using a Klock Flare Windshield on my previous motorcycle, I missed it.  I needed to quickly install one on my new Ultra.

I went to the Klock Werks website to order a new windshield. Good thing I took the time to watch the video about how to decide the correct height windshield for me. I strongly suggest you watch the video as well.

I never thought about the height differences in the fairings with and without vents.

https://getklocked.com/flaretm-for-2014-2021-flh

I also took the time to read their comments.

Klock Werks Flare™ is the ORIGINAL windshield of its kind. It surprised riders everywhere with not only how great it looks, but also with how well it performs. The innovative, patented, design features “hips” at the outer edge of the shield that re-route the air to add downforce to the front of the bike, improving stability vs. riding with a stock shield. The “flip” at the top of the Flare™ is designed to kick the air up and back, to form clean less turbulent air for the rider and passenger. Made from hard-coated polycarbonate material for added durability.

• In most cases, Klock Werks recommends you choose a Flare™ size that you can look over comfortably.
• Black color versions are opaque and cannot be seen through. These may not be suitable for shorter riders.
• Windshield bags WILL work with our Flare™. Harley-Davidson sells a three-pouch windshield bag designed for vents that will work with the 6.5″, 8.5″, 10.5″ and 11.5″ Flare™ Windshields.

 

Installing it is very simple.

Because I was also installing the trim, I needed to remove the 3 bolts holding the windshield in place.

https://getklocked.com/flh-windshield-trim

 

 This is Not Necessary If Just Replacing the Windshield. In that case you would just loosen the bolts enough to remove the old one and slide the new one into place.

The only tool used was a ¼ drive ratchet a T-27 Torex.

CAUTION The Torque On The Windshield Bolts Is 3-5 INCH POUNDS

That means pretty much just run them down until they touch and tweak if you do not have a torque wrench.

I have been riding the motorcycle while I work on this article and YES, I DO NOTICE THE DIFFERENCE. Give It A try.