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Read More June 12, 2008 Part 4
By Bandit |
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FLORIDA BIKE DEAL OF THE WEEK–
Asking 8000.00 for Panhead / 5500.00 for 1963 sidecar w/mounts… come on down and we’ll go fishing… the dolphin [fish] are really biting.
–Roger
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RARE DAVID MANN PAINTING FOUND–A girl named Donna Blanchard called recently. She told me her husband won a piece of David Mann art in a bike show raffle 30-some years ago. She wasn’t sure what she had or what to do with it. She also said it was signed on the back.
Of course I asked for confirmation and asked her to send me an image of the back and front of the art. First she sent me a PDF of the back and it contained writing from Lou Kimzey, the first publisher and creator of Easyriders magazine. I recognized it immediately since I worked side by side with Lou for almost 10 years.
Then she sent me a shot of the front and the actual illustration. I was blown away. I often suggested themes for Dave’s art, but this was a unique one. I left Easyriders in 1981, since Lou was acting sorta strange, and I was ready to try something new. But I remained close to Dave and stopped in to see him once in a while. So I suggested this theme after my departure.
Dave mistakenly mentioned my input to Lou and he refused to use, what I considered one of his finest centerspreads. He shipped it off to be given away at a bike show. This illustration was the precursor to Dave’s famous GHOST RIDER centerspread. You can imagine how startled I was to see it again. So now it’s out in the open, we may see it as a print some time in the future.
Bandit
SMOKE OUT NEXT WEEK IN NC–Bandit, are you going to be able to make it to the Smokeout in N.C? I know you got to be busy as hell, but I was just wondering. I’ve been a couple of times but didn’t see ya…. like to get a photo for my collection. Maybe the new place will be better with the campeground close… more ACTION.
Keep up the great work and thanks for keeping it REAL in the Biker world we remember the good old days…
— John B.
World?s Largest Biker Pool Breaks Ground in Sturgis, SD–Broken Spoke Saloon & The Target Companies team up to create the World?s Largest Biker Pool! Construction of the pool is well underway ensuring the pool will be open for the Rally.
Sturgis, South Dakota? The legendary Broken Spoke Saloon, the world?s largest biker bar, has teamed up with The Target Companies, who have built camps all over the globe to create the World?s Largest Biker Pool. Groundbreaking for the pool took place early May and the construction is well underway. The pool is set to open just in time for Sturgis Rally and Races in August 2008.
The Broken Spoke Saloon and the Target Companies are turning the 600-acre Broken Spoke Campground located in Sturgis, SD off of HWY 79 into the preeminent place to camp and hang out in 2008 and beyond. The Broken Spoke, located just a few miles outside of downtown Sturgis is where the all new pool construction is well underway and the same place you will find all of the action this rally. The new pool will be the home of hot tubs, free concerts, helicopter and hot air balloon rides plus a very well equipped poolside deck loaded with chairs and umbrellas- everything you need to spend some serious hang time at the Spoke. This new pool rivals top Vegas pools.
The scene at the Broken Spoke pool will be the place to be seen at the rally; live music, DJ?s, daily contests, lounge chairs, tables and killer food. The water will be just right, so come and hang out at the Spoke. Don?t forget your swimsuit and sun block.
If you haven?t already, check out the accommodations available at The Broken Spoke Campground. New for 2008 are furnished rental cabins. The Spoke Campground offers more than just the hottest pool in South Dakota; the Spoke delivers the most hassle free experience in the state with 500 over-sized, 50amp RV spots, furnished cabin rentals and much, much more. Featured on the Spoke grounds you will find top quality, hot showers staffed to ensure cleanliness and comfort, daily free concerts, great food; all of which ultimately delivers the best party in Sturgis.
The campground is taking reservations now and will operate from July 29 ? August 10, 2008. Special early reservations apply, only $99 per person until June 15th. Book now at www.brokenspokecampground.com
For more information on either company, please visit their websites at: www.brokenspokecampground.com
VOTE FOR A KNOCKOUT AT THE CHOPPER CHALLENGE– The Rat Rocket will be on the Cover of American Cycle. Can we get something up as soon as it hit the stands. Also I would love to blast you site for votes for us on the chopper challenge. www.thechopperchallenge.com –Ralph Randolph Designs DAYTONA TWIN TECH SCANNER TECH– Read Rogue’s Daytona Twin Tec feature. He did a great job!! I’ve used this product along with the WEGO sensors during Dyno tuning. Works good with SE Race Tuner also. Daytona Twin Tec’s ignition system module is also a great replacement for the H-D EFI module. Great for a shop that doesn’t have a Dyno!!! This is “the” product for a aftermarket shop having to deal with H-D EFI systems, trouble codes etc. All you need after you have the codes is the Electrical part of the H-D service manual. Find the code/codes and use the H-D flow charts to troubleshoot a problem. The cost for this tool can be paid for easily by saving you a trip to the dealership and having to hook up to H-D’s DT (puter). –Pablo BIKERNET KING WEATHER REPORT–Back at you in a cloud of dust and sweltering heat. It’s been in the upper 90s-low 100s here for about a week now, but temps are supposed to moderate later this week. Time to ride up to the Appalachian Mountains where it’s a little cooler. Still waiting for a rainy day to install those floorboard brackets and Heritage bars on the RK. Replaced the stock rider’s seat with a Mustang solo. No more problems with the sled since I replaced the check valve/fuel supply line assembly. Premium’s running about $4.20 here now, but I reckon that’s still a mite less than what y’all are paying in CA. NORTH COUNTY MONGOLS CHAPTER MEETING ? Several hundred members of the Mongols motorcycle club are expected to arrive this weekend at the La Jolla Indian Reservation Campground near Palomar Mountain for an annual chapter meeting The Mongols are considered one of the most violent motorcycle clubs in the country. One well-known incident occurred in April 2002 at a casino in Laughlin, Nev., where two Hells Angels and a Mongol were killed in a shootout.In September 2003, a Mongol member shot and killed a man after an argument outside a bar in El Cajon. The biker was sentenced to life in prison in 2005 The Sheriff’s Department will ?have extra staff on alert and some on standby should it be necessary for them to respond,? Undersheriff Bill Gore said. He said the Mongols have a right to hold their function. ?As long as they obey the laws, they’ll have no problem, and we’ll have no problem,? Gore said.Gore said the department didn’t have an accurate count of how many members are expected at the campground, but it could be as many as 500. The meeting is expected to last through tomorrow.A person who answered the phone at the campground declined to comment.Yesterday afternoon, several Mongols had been cited for misdemeanor vehicle code violations, said sheriff’s Sgt. Jason Rothlein.Riverside County authorities arrested about a dozen Mongols yesterday on various charges and issued numerous citations in a stop on Interstate 15 near the Riverside-San Diego county border, said Temecula police Sgt. Ken Southern. Traffic was backed up in both directions along I-15 as a helicopter circled overhead and several motorcycles were towed from the southbound shoulder.Southern said 14 motorcycles and a few other vehicles were seized.The Mongols started in the 1970s in California. The group has chapters in California, Oklahoma, Colorado, Arizona, Montana, Nevada and Mexico. FATBOB BONNE BELLE FOR BONNEVILLE 2009 UPDATE– After a lengthy conversation with Ed, my authority on British cycles, I have to advise you to use a Triumph tranny, more gear selections, stronger by far. Ed says Nortons are the shittiest of the three, BSA, triumph, and Norton. The pre-unit uses a single row chain, and the unit uses a double row so, by using the later clutch, you have a double row primary. I can get a used box for 150 and the clutch for a 100, the servicing (rebuilding should be no more than 3-4 hundred) so we are looking at around a nickel. If you want to talk to Ed his number is 815 653 7000. I have the Victory literature on how to make the mounting shit. If you want copies sent with the tranny let me know. The final drive sprocket selection is greater with the Triumph. You can go chain easier though. I might consider being a sponsor for the Bonne Belle. –FATBOB WE, THE CONSUMERS, MUST TAKE ACTION! — The only way we are going to see the price of gas come down is if we hit someone in the pocketbook by not purchasing their gas! And, we can do that WITHOUT hurting ourselves. How? Since we all rely on our cars, we can’t just stop buying gas. But we CAN have an impact on gas prices if we all act together to force a price war. Here’s the PLAN: For the rest of this year, DON’T purchase ANY gasoline from the two biggest companies (which now are one), EXXON and MOBIL. And under no circumstances buy from CITCO. (CITGO is owned by Hugo Chavez, the dictator of Venezuela, and an enemy of US) If they are not selling any gas, they will be inclined to reduce their prices. If they reduce their prices, the other companies will have to follow suit. If this makes sense to you, please pass this message on. I suggest that we not buy from EXXON/MOBIL UNTIL THEY LOWER THEIR PRICES TO THE $2.00 RANGE AND KEEP THEM DOWN. THIS CAN REALLY WORK. We may have to hit SHELL & BP too! But lets send a message to Mobil/Exxon First! Remember, they are the ones that brag about their $40,000,000,000.00 PROFIT LAST YEAR. Friends, That’s FORTY BILLION OF OUR AMERICAN DOLLARS! HINES PADS NHRA POINTS LEAD WITH SEMI-FINAL RUN AT CHICAGO–Screamin? Eagle V-Rod Riders Hines and Krawiec Face Off in Round Two. JOLIET, Ill.. (June 8, 2008) ? Screamin? Eagle/Vance & Hines rider Andrew Hines rode a Harley-Davidson V-Rod to the semi-final round of Pro Stock Motorcycle eliminations at the Torco Racing Fuels Route 66 NHRA Nationals. First-round losses by Matt Smith and Chip Ellis, his closest rivals in the 2008 NHRA Pro Stock Motorcycle standings, allowed Hines to add to his season points lead. Hines qualified second for the event with a pass of 7.028 seconds, just behind Chris Rivas, who made a run of 7.027 seconds in the second qualifying round on Friday to take the number one position. Screamin? Eagle/Vance & Hines rider Eddie Krawiec qualified seventh with a 7.106 pass. On Sunday, Hines won his first-round race when Buell-mounted Tom Bradford jumped the start. Krawiec (7.158) defeated Rockland Motorsports Buell rider Matt Guidera (7.189) to win his first-round race, and would face his teammate, Hines, in the second round. Severe weather moved through the area, however, and delayed the racing action for nearly four hours. When the second round resumed, Krawiec left early and gave the win to Hines on a red light. In the semi-final, Hines (7.156/.054 reaction time) lost at the starting line to Craig Treble (7.141/.013) on the Team Tigue Suzuki. The loss was the first for Hines in 11 consecutive elimination rounds. Treble (7.134) lost to Rivas (7.051) in the final round. ?The good news is we leave Chicago with a 99-point lead for the championship,? said Hines. ?My Screamin? Eagle V-Rod was not as strong this weekend as it has been earlier in the season. We tried a few new things with the set-up that didn?t seem to work, and we swapped motors after each round today, and it caught up with us. We?ll be going back to the set-up we used to win in St. Louis, and I?m confident we?ll get that performance back for Englishtown.? Krawiec was fighting electrical problems all weekend, which appeared to be solved before the second round. ?We were chasing a misfire since the second round of qualifying, and finally got it fixed for the second round against Andrew,? said Krawiec. ?There were four red lights in that lane on Sunday, but it was especially disappointing to leave early because the bike made a really strong pass.? Krawiec will be on familiar territory when the NHRA makes its next stop at Englishtown, N.J., where he was the track manager at Old Bridge Township Raceway Park for six years before joining the Screamin? Eagle/Vance & Hines team. ?Mentally I?ll be 100 percent at Englishtown,? he said. ?That?s my home track and I?ve probably made more passes there than all the riders in Pro Stock Motorcycle combined. There?s nothing I don?t know about the track, and that?s an advantage for me.? After five rounds in the 2008 NHRA POWERade Drag Racing Series, Hines has 482 points to lead the Pro Stock Motorcycle class. Smith is second with 349 points, followed by Ellis with 325. Krawiec is seventh with 273 points. NHRA Pro Stock Motorcycles will race next at the Lucas Oil NHRA SuperNationals, June 19-22, at Old Bridge Township Raceway Park, Englishtown, NJ. Continued On Page 5
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June 12, 2008 Part 3
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RENO CYCLE WORX INTRODUCES THE “EXTREME SOFTAIL SERIES 250 KIT– Fargo, ND- Reno Cycle Worx announced that it has recently manufactured a rear tire (250 mm) conversion kit for all 1984-2008 Harley-Davidson Softails. This kit from Reno Cycle Worx, Ltd. drastically improves the looks, stability, performance, handling and overall “coolness” of your Harley Softail. Now you can convert your stock HD Softail to an Extreme Softail!
Gene Reno, President of Reno Cycle Worx stated, “We feel that we?ve engineered a better product than other kits available on the market due to a variety of factors.? The fender fits the tire properly and the swing arm fits perfect. Gene added, ?Even if you?re not a professional mechanic, you can still install this kit by yourself?there?s no professional installation required. We feel that the Extreme Softail 250 kit is the best engineered, best value 250mm rear tire softail kit available!? ($3,495.00 suggested retail)
The Extreme Softail 250 kit from Reno Cycle Worx comes complete with the following components:
RCW Custom Tig Welded Swing Arm w/ Billet, CNC Machined Axle Blocks
RCW Custom ?Round 11? Rear Fender
RCW Custom Radiused Fender Struts
RCW Trans./Primary Extension Kit
RCW Custom Solo Seat
RCW Wheel Spacers
Options:
Forge-Tec Solid Forged Billet Wheel and Avon 250mm x 18? Tire-$995.00
Custom Diamond Logo Recessed Taillight with Built-In Turn Signals-$495.00
RCW 2? Stretched Gas Tank
Gas Tank Extensions-$499.00 (available for 2000 models and newer)
Other Forge-Tec Wheel Styles Available with Matching Front Wheel Rotor and Tire-Call for Price
RCW Custom Scalloped Rear Axle Blocks-$295.00
Strutless 11? Rear Fender w/ Frenched Licensed Plate (Rear Mounted)-$295.00
Heritage/Fat Boy Style ? 11? Rear Fender
For those interested in obtaining more information on Reno Cycle Worx, you can reach them at 701-232-6095 or check them out online at www.renocycleworx.com or email them at GAR922@aol.com. Dealer and distributor inquiries invited
BOB T. HAD HIS FXR MOTOR REMANUFACTURED BY H-D–
New FXR Motor…….. Re-manufacture from Harley……It`s brand new….and up-dated to the latest Specs…….Hell of a deal $2195……….Took 3 weeks…….
–Bob T.
P.S. I know the Bonneville book is on the way…..LOL
THUNDER ROAD TO HOST DAVE PEREWITZ CUSTOM PAINT BIKE SHOW– STURGIS, S.D. ?June 7, 2008?Thunder Road, known as the ?Custom Capital of Sturgis,? is home to some of the motorcycle industry?s hottest customs during Sturgis Bike Week. This year will be no exception as Thunder Road prepares to host the Dave Perewitz Custom Paint Bike Show, which will highlight some of the industry?s best art. This premier event will be sponsored by Kryptonite Locks.
Instead of focusing on the machines themselves, as most shows at Sturgis do, this day will be all about the industry?s artistic side. The Dave Perewitz Custom Paint Bike Show will focus on the paint and finishes industry professionals use to achieve those slick custom looks.
The show?s namesake, Dave Perewitz, will also be exhibiting some of his famous customs. Dave has been building and customizing motorcycles since the early 1970s, and his celebrity clientele has includes the likes of Hulk Hogan, Brad Whitford and Kyle Petty. Considered a master of all aspects of the customization process, from engineering to aesthetics, Dave?s bikes are regarded as ?art in motion.?
?Dave Perewitz has created some of the industry?s best customs motorcycles with his signature flame jobs? said Promoter Carrie Repp of R&R Promotions ?This show will give every painter and builder the opportunity to compete with their peers on strictly the quality and aesthetic appeal of their work.?
Awards will be given in a variety of categories, including best pearl, best candy, best use of color, best artwork, best graphics, best in show and Perewitz best flames. The show runs from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m., and the awards will be announced at 5 p.m.
The Dave Perewitz Custom Paint Bike Show is sponsored by Kryptonite Locks and will be held in Thunder Road?s Thunderdome. Admission to the Thunderdome is $5, but there is free parking and Glencoe Gold campers get in free. For more information, please visit www.thunderroadsturgis.com.
BUELL TAKES OVERALL WIN AT MOTO-ST ROAD AMERICA 500–First North American Pro Win for 1125R.
Elkhart Lake, Wis. (June 9, 2008) ? The No. 8 Bruce Rossmeyer?s Daytona Racing Buell 1125R ridden by Shawn Higbee and Steve Crevier clinched pole and took the overall and Buell Motorcycle Company SuperSport Twins class wins at the MOTO-ST Road America 500K in Elkhart Lake, Wis. June 7. It was the first major North American professional road racing win for the Buell 1125R.
Unpredictable and rapidly changing weather conditions delayed the start of the originally scheduled 3-hour race by more than an hour and ultimately reduced its length to 1 hour and 40 minutes. Tire choice was a gamble, with the formation of a dry racing line hampered by sporadic light drizzle throughout the race that favored teams that chose intermediate or full-wet Pirellis. But the Buell pulled to the front on Lap 17 of the 36-lap race and pulled away to a 31-second lead over the second place No. 6 Aprilia USA/Lloyd Brothers Motorsports Aprilia Tuono 1000R.
?I don’t have a lot of rain experience at this track,? said Higbee. ?We were a little conservative early and after about 10 laps a dry line started to appear. Then it started drizzling just as I was getting happy with the track and I think that was a defining moment. I backed it down a lot and from then on the race seemed to go our way.?
Canadian Steve Crevier, who joined the Bruce Rossmeyer?s Daytona Racing team at the Road America round, echoed his teammate?s comments about the weather: “It was crazy out there,” the six-time Canadian Superbike champion said. “We thought about going to a slick tire on the final stint, but didn’t want to take the chance in case we got downpour.?
In the BMW Motorcycles GrandSport Twins (GST) class, the No. 70 James Gang/Hoban Brothers Racing Buell XB12R sponsored by Harley-Davidson/Buell of Appleton and ridden by Paul James and Jeff Johnson took third place and jumped to the lead in the GST class standings after the first three rounds, taking over the points lead from the No. 7 Ritchie Morris Racing/Hal?s Harley-Davidson/Buell XB12R ridden by Clint Brotz and Dan Bilansky, which retired early with a rear wheel bearing failure. The No. 70 now leads the GST class with 92 points followed by the No. 7 with 88. The James Gang/Hoban Brothers team also earned the Roaring Toyz Best Looking Team award.
?Tire choice was critical,? said Paul James. ?We made the call to switch to DOT tires during our final pit stop, but the Pirelli rain tires the class leaders used appeared to hold up for the whole race distance, and in hindsight those were the better choice. But it?s great to have a solid finish on our home track, and I always knew we had the best-looking team!?
To learn more about Buell motorcycles, visit your local Buell dealer today and experience the pure streetfighter attitude, style and performance only found on board a Buell. For the Buell dealer nearest you, pull into www.buell.com
D&D DEVELOP DEALER PROGRAM–They kicked off their exclusive dealer program just a couple of months ago and already have dealers all over the country. If you need help with performance pipes check below for a dealer close to you or check the D&D web site. These are the new dealers who just signed on last week.
Or hell, have your local dealer sign-up to carry the most performance tested exhaust systems on the planet.
1) Great South H-D 185 Hwy 16 E Newnan, GA 30263 678-228-8213
2) Labaron’s Powersports 214 N Main ST Almont, MI 48003 810-798-2035
3) Cedar River H-D 1750 Cedar View Rd. Charles City, IA 50616 641-228-2192
4) Great American Chopper Inc 1500 N Crooks Rd Clawson, MI 48017 248-435-3300
5) R & D Motorsports 332 A E. Main St Tuckerton, NJ 08087 609-812-0400
6) Tri City Cycle 3675 Clydesdale Pkwy. Loveland, CO 80538 970-667-8697
7) Profile Performance Inc 26071 Dequindre Madison Heights, MI 48071 248-336-2666
8) Hitching Post 103 N Concord Exchange St Paul MN 55075 651-451-2521
9) Okie City Custom Cycles 2229 N Moore Ave Moore, OK 73160 405-631-1133
10) Concours Automotive 1128 Limekiln Pike Ambler, PA 19002 267-468-0765
11) Ace Cycle Supply 18736 Johnny B Hall Memorial Hwy Rosepine, LA 70659-0000
12) Shack Brothers 639B Quarry Rd San Carlos, CA 94070-6223 650-594-1581
–Jennifer
CLASSIC DRAGSTER, NEW, UN-USED (unless noted) PARTS FOR SALE– Possible trades. ? Tim Conder (707) 843-9454 theconderosa@hotmail.comwww.condercustom.com www.armageddontopfuel.com
PETE OGDEN ?SUPER ?65? F.E.D. BARE FRAME ? Built using the NHRA TOP FUEL SPEC RULES FOR 2000. (If you cut away the legal 6 point cage and leave 3 hoops, this is a GREAT cackle car chassis.) 165? wheelbase, engine 31? out with 6+ degrees of dump, Top frame hoop 19+? wide, height to top of cage 39.5?. Comes with short body/SPE steering and spindles/chrome done/seat/Currie empty housing/MW floater hubs/brakes/top fuel spec chrome moly motor plate for 392 ? Cost – $14,971.00 *Sale price – $9,731.15
2 PAIR REAR WHEELS ? ET ?CLASSIC-5? 16×12.5, 5 on 5, one set polished, one not. ? Cost – $1,100 pair*Sale price – $715.00 pair
1 PAIR USED M&H 12.00×16 SPEC SLICKS ? Cost $150.00*Sale price – $100.00 pair
REAR TUBES ? Cost – $91.00 ea.*Sale price – $59.15 ea.
1 PAIR MW FRONT WHEELS (come w/slightly dry checked GOOD-YEAR EAGLE TIRES/TUBES at n/c) ? Cost – $400.00 ea. (no longer available from MW)*Sale price – $260.00 ea.
PAT FOSTER 6.5 GALLON MOON STYLE FUEL TANK WITH SWING GATE/CAP ? Cost – $675*Sale price – $438.75
LAKEWOOD TOP FUEL SPEC STEEL BELLHOUSING (needs re-cert) ? Cost – $1,700.00*Sale price – $1,105.00
LENCO DIRECT DRIVE COUPLER W/ THROW OUT BEARING AND CROSSOVER SHAFT assembly (no reverser) set-up for pedal clutch w/engine 31? out. ? Cost – $1,000.00*Sale price – $650.00
TITAN TRIPLE DISC PEDAL CLUTCH. ? Cost – $4,500*Sale price – $2,925.00
MW 91/2? ALCOHOL THIRD MEMBER ASSY. W/CHRISMAN INSTALLED 3:40 CHRISMAN PRO GEAR ? Cost – $2,700 *Sale price – $1,755.00
MW 91/2? 3:90 PRO GEAR SET ? Cost – $348.24*Sale price – $226.35
1 PAIR MW 40 SPLINE FLOATER AXLES ? Cost – $880.00*Sale price – $572.00
1 PAIR MW FLOATER HUBS W/BEARINGS/STUDS/STEEL ROTORS ? Cost – $1,400.00*Sale price – $910.00
DIEST 14? FUEL PARACHUTE, GOLD AND BLUE COLOR ? Cost – $500.00*Sale price – $325.00
DIEST WRAP AROUND FUEL BELTS (NEED RE-CERT) ? Cost – $400.00*Sale price – $260.00
1 VERTEX MAGNETO FOR 392 WITH WIRES (n/c) ? Cost – $1,461.00*Sale price – $949.65
TITAN 392 HEMI ROLLER ROCKER ASSEMBLY ? Cost – $3,300.00*Sale price – $2,145.00
FULLY POLISHED DONOVAN VALVE COVERS W/BREATHERS ? Cost – $800.00*Sale price – $520.00
1 PAIR HOT HEADS HEMI CYLINDER HEADS. ALUMINUM, SET UP FOR FUEL BY REX WITH DONOVAN VALVES. WITH OR WITHOUT TITAN ROLLER ROCKER ASSEMBLY ? Cost – est. $5,000.00 +*Sale price ? CALL TIM FOR PRICE
COMPLETE NITRO DONOVAN SHORT BLOCK ASSEMBLY. NEW. VELASCO/JE/HOWARDS/TITAN/ENGLE ? Cost – @ $25,000.00*Sale price – $16,250.00
BLOWER SHOP N/TF 6-71 BLOWER ? Cost – $3,520.00*Sale price – $2,288.00
HILBORN 4 PORT FUEL SYSTEM SET UP FOR NITRO 392 BY GENE ADAMS, W/SCOOP ? Cost – $2,250.00*Sale price – $1,462.50
HILBORN #4 FUEL PUMP ? Cost – $695.00*Sale price – $451.75
WEIND POLISHED 392 BLOWER INTAKE WITH CURRENT BURST PANEL, DRILLED FOR PORT NOZZLES – Cost – $850.00*Sale price – $552.50
VINTAGE USED CRAGAR 392 ZOOMIES, HEAT CRACKED BLACK PORCELINE COATING ? Cost – $300.00*Sale price – $195.00
8 STAINLESS U-BENDS AND 2 392 STAINLESS CNC HEADER FLANGES FOR MAKING ZOOMIE HEADERS ? Cost – $900.00*Sale Price – $585.00
HOLLISTER RALLY COMING UP–The 60th anniversary of the Hollister Rally was the largest one so far. July 6th, 7th and 8th brought more vendors, more bands, more builders and more entertainment than ever before.
Record crowds visited the rally to shop at California?s largest motorcycle marketplace. Friday was the largest in rally history and Saturday was almost twice the normal crowd. Rally week brought in 130,000 people to the sleepy little town of Hollister.
The new layout with the vendors on San Benito St (the Main st) was embraced by law enforcement and the city as well. This move has secured the rally for years to come.
The Baker Builders Square , sponsored by Baker Drivetrain was packed all weekend as fans check out over a dozen of the countries best bike builders and talked about new projects with them.
There were three stages with non-stop entertainment all weekend long. bands, boxing, fashion shows and the Ms. Hollister contest filled the 33 hours of the rally. If that wasn?t enough David Chaves International Trials superstar thrilled the crowds throughout the day in Vendor Village.
Sunday on the main stage there was a special surprise. Hollister dubbed the Birthplace of the American Biker Movement; it is home to some of the original riders of 1947. Six individuals, Peter Lomanto, Jess Bravo, Joe Bravo, Harry Prater, Babe and Johnny Lomanto from 77 to 90 years old gathered at this years Rally to celebrate its benchmark of 60 years. They represent one of the most extraordinary eras in our history. Following WWII there was an explosive energy of living and loving life. They shared stories of the tremendous freedom then? riding the hills, racing across open fields, sleeping under the stars amidst piles of hay.
Hollister Police Chief Jeff Miller recapped by saying ?this was the safest, smoothest and most organized rally to date.? Considering that this was the largest that?s quite a statement.
Horse Power also plans on adding more VIP bike parking for 2008 as it sold out early this year. All proceeds from the bike parking along with the other profits go to local youth programs and non-profits.
Horse Power Promotions pulled this together in six months. Now with 12 months before the 2008 rally Horse Power will be focusing on bringing back racing, hill climbs, concerts and spreading out to surrounding areas and country side. ?The riding is great up here and there is no reason for people to ride all this way and just cruise around the town of Hollister,? stated Seth Doulton of Horse Power Promotions.
The 61st Hollister Rally is July 11th, 12th and 13th 2008. Keep an eye on www.horsepowerpromotions.com as we announce more events for 2008.
AFFILIATE EVENT–FLYING CHOPPERS IS NEW SCANDINAVIAN CHAMPION– Flying Choppers from Finland have won a bike freight expenses contribution to compete at this summer’s 5th annual Official World Championship of Custom Bike Building (OWC) by winning this weekend’s (June 7) Custom Bike Show, Norrtelje, Sweden.
Organized by Twin Club MC, Custom Bike Show is the OWC program’s Scandinavian Championship of Custom Bike Building, and is believed to be the oldest established custom motorcycle competition in the world.Hugely prestigious in a European context, the event pulls competitors from all over Scandinavia and the rest of Europe and is a one-day ride-in show staged in a downtown City Park in a model of community collaboration with the City authorities.
As ever, the standard of the event reflected the tastes and styles of custom design and engineering in that part of the world. This was the fourth year that the event had been an Official Affiliate, and the winner’s prize (given by Twin Club MC) is worth some 5,000 euro (nearly US $8,000) with additional prizes of some 3,000 euro (approx US$4,700) each for second and third-placed winners to compete at the annual Official European Championship.
This year saw Peder Johanssen of Hogtech (Sweden) take second place with the bike that he has built for the S&S Cycle 50th Anniversary celebration at La Crosse, Wi., at the end of the month. Peder will then be keeping the bike in the Unites States to also compete at the OWC.
For the first time, though, two bikes tied for third place, and the builders will share the prize. Swede Lasse Sundberg scored with his 40 inch over, Redneck-framed chopper that featured twin dual updraft carbs on an Indian Power Plus engine. He tied with Anders Goeth’s very tidy ‘Speed Bob’ bobber, which all points to the incredible diversity that this show produces and that the OWC Affiliate program promotes.
The event itself drew excellent crowds on what is the National holiday weekend in Sweden, and saw outstanding weather and excellent support from several Europe-wide parts and accessory distributors, including Custom Chrome Europe, Motorcycle Storehouse, MotoSpeed of Sweden, and Redneck Engineering’s Sweden-based European operation.The Affiliate program’s next stop is the Faro Rally in Portugal on July 17-20 (see www.motoclubefaro.pt for more details).
www.custombikeshow.se
www.amdchampionship.com
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June 12, 2008 Part 2
By Bandit |
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BIKERNET CRIME ALERT–
Did you hear about the midget psychic who robbed a bank?
The police put out an APB for a small medium at large.
BIKERNET ONGOING INTERVIEW WITH SAXON BOSS, JERRY PETTY–What happened to the Mad Jack new Saxon model designed by Gard Hollinger?
The cost just came in to high and we did not feel a 27k bobber would do well in the current market. It’s still on the shelf for the future. But we are about to release a new low-cost model that will fill the Bobber demand. Can’t wait to show it to you. Gard also helped with this bike. He’s amazing, and he’s working on our accessory product line.
We heard you’re doing well in Europe and Australia. Tell us about your plans? I saw a TV commercial the other day of Saxons going down the street with the Eiffel tower in the background, man was that cool.
We simply want to grow and support our dealers with that great Saxon customer service. As well we have Saxons in over 10 different countries. High gas prices all over the world drive folks to ride more motorcycles and Saxon has a blast working with other countries like Australia and Europe. It’s cool to be able to escape this damn desert and fly to foreign lands and ride one of our Saxon’s along a beautiful coast.
REUNION BASH, 2008 HELD AT THE HOUSE OF HARLEY– celebrating the 105th Harley-Davidson Anniversary to hold ?Women?s Day,? August 29, 2008.
Milwaukee, Wisconsin ? Reunion Bash, 2008 a House of Harley-Davidson production, held August 27 ? September 1, 2008 celebrating the Harley-Davidson 105th Anniversary, will host Women?s Day on Friday August 29, 2008. Reunion Bash, 2008 including Women?s Day is free to the public and will be open 9:00 am ? 7:00 pm, at the House of Harley-Davidson dealership located at: 6221 W. Layton Ave, Milwaukee, WI 53220.
A part of the proceeds made during Women?s Day will benefit The RAACE Foundation a charity dedicated to the prevention of child sexual abuse. For more information please visit www.raace.org
Reunion Bash, 2008 will proudly host many female bike-industry celebrities on Women?s Day including:
As seen on NBC?s Today Show, the Chopper Chick Crew will do a live custom-bike-build for charity. Members of the Chopper Chick Crew include, Katie Putnam, Jayme Gray, Vivian “Gypsy” Charros, Ajax Forget, Athena “Chickie” Ransom, Kate O’Shea and Joann Bortels. For more information please visit www.chopperchickcrew.com
Genevieve Schmitt, founder of Women Riders Now will do two motivational speeches on ?Making More Saddle Time? and ?Taking the Next Step: Setting New Riding Goals?. To find out more about Genevieve Schmitt and Women Riders Now please visit www.womenridersnow.com
Garage Girls Seminars ? An intuitive guide to motorcycling for women. Seminars hosted by Sara Liberte & Jody Perewtiz include: ?Know Your Machine? and ?Tools?. To find out more about Garage Girls, please visit www.garage-girls.com I
n addition, there will be a Women?s Only Bike Show. To be eligible to sign-up, women must ride and own the bike they enter in the show. Spectator?s Choice ballots will be sold with proceeds going to The RAACE Foundation.
During the six (6) day Reunion Bash, 2008 celebration RDT Extreme Stunt Team, Division bmx and The Rhett Rotten Wall of Death will put on multiple death defying shows daily. Read more about each group at www.reunionbash.com Event Update page.
The House of Harley-Davidson, in Milwaukee, WI is one of the world’s largest Harley-Davidson dealerships. With a welcoming facility of more than 50,000 square feet, the House of Harley- Davidson offers a huge inventory of MotorClothes? merchandise, along with Genuine H-D? parts and accessories and a service department staffed by highly trained technicians. www.housofharley.com
–Brooke Pape
House of Harley-Davidson
6221 W. Layton Ave
Milwaukee, WI 53220
brookep@houseofharley.com
414-282-2211 x 168
FORGE-TEC INTRODUCES A NEW 3D WHEEL, THE EPIC– Oxnard, CA- Forge-Tec Motorcycle Wheels and Accessories announced today the introduction of the Epic, a new 3D wheel. The Epic is available in all popular sizes and applications (?84-?08?including ABS equipped models) and has matching rotors and pulleys. ?All of our 3D wheels are available in four different finishes: polished, black powder coated, chrome and Midnight Series (except the Legacy and the Nomad) stated Mark Finnie, who heads up the Forge-Tec Motorcycle Operation. ?We are not only making these new 3D wheels for the Harley and Custom American V-Twin markets, but for the Victory and sport bike markets as well? stated Finnie.? Finnie added, ?We have found that the Victory motorcycle aftermarket has become much more viable for us with the introduction of the Victory Vision.
All processes are completed in-house, utilizing only state-of-the-art equipment and highly sophisticated process technologies. All Forge-Tec wheels are rotary forged utilizing one of their proprietary forge presses using only ?virgin? aircraft grade 6061 aluminum?.there?s no recycled aluminum in their products. All wheels go out shipped with the rotors and pulley attached and torqued to OEM specs which eliminates a lot of guess work at the dealer level and ensures that wheels arrive to their customers in perfect condition.
The Epic is available in black powder coated, show polished, luxurious chrome and new for ?08, all styles (except the Legacy and the Nomad) will be available in the Midnight Series?black anodized finish combined with classic machining gives these wheels a totally ?badass? look.
For further information on complete wheels, please contact Forge-Tec Motorcycle directly at 888-367-4385. Forge-Tec Motorcycle Wheels and Accessories, 950 Richmond Ave., Oxnard, CA 93030. Dealer inquiries invited!
FROM THE NICK ROBERTS’ DOCTRINE–
Success is 90% heart and 10% ability, but that 10% is crucial.
Bandit On Big Daddy Roth with B. Boeckmann—Beau Boeckmann of Galpn Motors has a number of Big Daddy Roth Rides including World Hopper, Orbitron and more. Bandit talks with Beau and his passion for Ed ?Big Daddy? Roth. Listen to the show in Bikernet Studio.
Rat Fink is one of the several hot-rod characters created by one of the originators of Kustom Kulture, Ed ?Big Daddy? Roth. Roth?s hatred for Mickey Mouse led him to draw the original Rat Fink. After he placed Rat Fink on an airbrushed monster shirt, the character soon came to symbolize the entire hot-rod/Kustom Kulture scene of the 1950s and 1960s.
BIKERNET TECH QUESTION AND PROJECT REPORT– It?s been awhile since I first sent you pics of my project. So I?ve made some progress and you said to send you updates of the project so I included a few pics. I actually am enrolled in an advanced TIG welding course at Ventura College as I have needed to use a welder for my project.
I am actually a good welder but didn?t have access to a machine to use so I took the class. It was a great idea as my skills have definitely climbed a few notches. And I actually just purchased a new Miller Syncrowave 200 system for my Garage (love it)! As you can see I ?Frisco?ed? my tank and used a Crown Billet Gas from LA Choprods.
The sissy bar (Bare knuckle Back Rest, as I?m calling it) I made by hand and the brass knuckles are vintage from the ’70s. I hand made the seat pan from fiberglass using the plastic wrap over the frame/fender method taught to me by Dave from Exile. Worked great and my local seat guy nailed it.
I just got my hand controls Saturday and put them on. I got Nissin (Daytona) Racing Radial mater cylinders for the brakes and clutch and there really trick. I wanted to go really high-tech, with the front end being off a GSXR 1000 and all.
I actually wanted to ask your expert opinion on a throttle question. I?m putting in an Ultima El Bruto 113? motor with a Baker FXR Tranny and decided to go with a Tech Cycles Cyclone Primary with their killer mid controls as well. The motor has a Mikuni HSR 45 carb on it. I was looking at the killer throttles by Joker machine (the ones for the Dirt bikes as I have 7/8? Renthal Bars). The quality of these Tornado throttles is awesome.
My local Cycle Gear has the double pull one for big 4-strokes and someone ordered it and never picked it up. I could get it at half price! But I know the Mikuni HSR 45 is set up for a single pull right? And per Jokers web site it says that the double pull throttle must use the CFR 450 (honda) cables? So I?m thinking that won?t work? The single pull Tornado throttle is awesome as well, and I?m pretty sure it would work great. As I said, the quality is so good that if I can use it, I?m going to order one, along with there cable as well.
I just wanted to get your opinion and maybe you could give me some guidance on this issue before I purchase something. I also just wanted to say that the Bikernet website is awesome! I always learn from it and it has been invaluable to my first ground-up build. Sorry if I was rambling?
–Phillip L. If you like the Joker throttle, I would say go for it as long as you can get a cable that will work between the two. I’ve run almost all the options. I’m thinking about running a Barnett throttle on my dual carb Panhead. I’m always looking for stronger 1-inch throttle housings for my customs. I’m always stuck with this old overseas piece of shit we’ve used forever. Or I can go with internal throttles. There’s more good ones now than ever. LA Chop Rods carries a cool one and so does Empire that I used on my sturgis shovel. Hope this helps. –Bandit NEGOTIABLE DEAL OF THE WEEK– –Tim BIKERNET BROUHAHA BIKE SHOW SPONSORS SIGN-UPS–Here is some detailed information regarding the all day Bikernet and Bikernet Metric event in Sturgis on August 8th. Take a look at a recent interview with Keith R. Ball and the event promoter by clicking on the link below. http://www.metricthunder.com/news/2008/06/06/edge-talks-2008-smokeout-and-brouhaha/ I hope Cobra will participate at some level as this will be heavily promoted and is inclusive of both the H-D and metric markets. Our current sponsors include Custom Chrome, Spectro Oils, Dupont Hot Hues and Bikers Choice. –Bob Osias BIKERNET EMPLOYEE INVESTIGATION–A co-worker told George that George’s wife was being un-faithful everyday at 1:30 in the afternoon with George’sbest friend. Worried and hurt, George ran home at 1:30to see if this was true. He came back to the office contented and relieved. His co-worker asked him how it went. “Look,” said George. “Don’t start such terrible rumors!That guy isn’t my best friend…I don’t even know him.” Bozzie Customs Announces Line of Performance Motors for Harley-Davidsons– New Motors Available in Various Displacements from 95ci to 124ci. Stockton, Calif. April 21, 2007 ? Bozzie Customs, second generation motor builder and Bonneville Salt Flat racer, today announced the availability of its new performance V-Twin motors for Harley-Davidsons. The motors combine the best in street racing motors and are available in numerous displacements. Bozzie Customs’ motors are available in 95, 113, 116 and 124 displacements. Each motor features Bozzie Customs heads and cylinders which feature extra thick cooling fins which help to dissipate heat from the motor while increasing the overall strength of the cylinders. Bozzie Customs? heads feature valve sizes from 1.90, 2 inch to a huge 2.06 ensuring that there is a motor combination for anyone from a street rider to someone to a competitive racer. ?After building thousands of motors out of the best components on the market, I found that there was still room for improvement,? said Dave Bozzie, owner of Bozzie Customs. ?The changes that I made for my own motor line has proven to produce the best performance while still maintaining reliability.? In addition to the complete motors, Bozzie Customs can also supply cost effective cylinder and head packages for the consumer that does not want to change their entire motor. Bozzie Customs can work with rider’s service shops to determine what motor or package will be the best fit for the customer and Bozzie Customs does offer dealer pricing. Hand porting and polishing services are also available at an additional cost to help get additional air flow from the heads if needed for optimum motor performance. Dealers are welcome! For more info contact: www.bozziecustoms.com KNOCKOUT MOTORCYCLES AND BIKERNET SHOVELHEAD EXHAUST CONTEST–That’s right. We’re giving away a complete set of black and heat wrapped exhaust, from Knockout Motorcycles. These are specifically designed for a Shovelhead in a stretched custom frame. They won’t fit in stock frames. Here’s how you win. Send us a crisp shot of you?re the Shovel you plan to mount them in. I don’t care if it’s just an engine for your next project bike. Just send me a shot. A panel of drunken judges will determine the best possible bike for these pipes. Feel free to send us a few convincing words. Make it quick, you only have a couple of weeks before we make a decision. Drop your entries to Bandit@bikernet.com. Don’t forget the code of the West, the judges decision are final!
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Hey,
I don’t know if we’ll rock the world but we’ll give it a helluva shot, and we’re looking for partners in the industry. My current partner is Dave Rash, the boss of D&D Exhaust. Here’s the issues: First we’re going to work with the university of Texas and the environmental efforts and the cost for success study. We will demonstrate where the money needs to be spent to effect the greatest change in the environment.
The second issue involves the future of motorcycling. “We are screaming about gas prices, when the rest of the planet has faced even higher prices for over a decade,” said the Pope of Pipe, Dave Rash. “Do you know what other countries do to curb the gas crunch? They ride motorcycles.” High gas prices could be a major boon to motorcycling.
Let’s hit the news. We’ll bring you more reports on the above over the weeks to come. Also note how the noise issue may change for the louder in the coming months. Oh, and our Bikernet Webtrends report came in for May. We had 318,000 unique users who came to visit Bikernet almost 600,000 times, for 909,000 impressions and over 8 million hits. Not bad for a bunch of bikers. Let’s rock:
MICHIGAN FIGHTS FOR FREEDOM – VERY IMPORTANT!!!–Here is the latest on the helmet bill in Michigan. And, please contact the Governor. Contact info & protocol stated below (compliments of Angel – thanks)….
Out-of-State letters are welcome too…our Legislature is very interested in tourism dollars and the effect a helmet repeal will have on visitation to the state of Michigan.
Freedom is not free…keep up the hard work!
Yesterday in Lansing, the House voted on concurrence with the Senate version of the helmet bill (HB4749) and the bill passed 70 to 38. The bill has been ordered enrolled and then it will go to the Governor.
Contacting the Governor and requesting that she sign the bill when it gets to her is the plan of action we should follow. The following is the contact information for Governor Jennifer Granholm. There are several phone #’s that you can call to voice your opinion to the Governor along with her fax, e-mail and mailing address.
BE POLITE NO MATTER HOW THEY REPLY TO YOU.
Call, write, E-mail, FAX or all four. You need to let the Governor know that your asking her to support House Bill 4749 to allow Motorcyclist 21 years and older to choose whether to wear a helmet or not. BE SURE
Governor’s Contact Information:
Governor’s Constituent Relations Office: 1-517-335-7858.
This number is to voice your opinion. They don’t want your name, just your opinion. This is possibly the best number to call.
Governor’s Capitol Office Phone: 1-517-373-3400. This will get you a recording or an office staff member but not the Governor.
S.E. Michigan Office ( Detroit ): 1-313-456-0010. Not sure if this is a recording or if you will reach a staff person. When I called I got a recording.
Northern Michigan Office ( Marquette ): 1-906-228-2850. Legislative Affairs Office in Capitol: 1-517-241-3950. Be extra polite when calling this number because we have to deal with this office the most.
Fax # in Lansing : 1-517-335-6863.
Fax letters and notes to this number. Be sure to sign and address the fax and letters and ask for a response.
E-Mail to Gov. You will need to go to the Governor’s website at http://www.michigan.gov/gov and Click (Contact the Governor) at the top middle part of the page. Scroll down to Share your Opinion) ….a page will come up to fill in and send to the Governor. NOTE: you do not get a response,
Address your letters as follows:
The Honorable Jennifer Granholm
Governor
State Capitol
P.O. Box 30013
Lansing MI. 48909
Oakland Police Department Backs Up Bikernet Noise Study Headline: “Oakland cops can be heard, if not seen” Tagline: “City spends $15,000 on mufflers to make Harleys safer — and noisier than federal standards.”
Over in Oakland they like it loud — so loud that all 45 of the Police Department’s Harley-Davidson motorcycles have been equipped with shiny new tailpipes, at a cost of $500.00 apiece, to rev up their roar. It seems that the cops just didn’t feel safe on the toned-down bikes.
“There’s an old motorcycle adage that you are heard before you are seen,” said Deputy Chief Dave Kozicki, explaining the department’s decision to toss the bikes’ muted factory-issued mufflers in favor of the more high-volume pipes.
Kozicki cited an accident three months ago in which an Oakland officer riding a toned-down cycle was struck by a motorist who said he hadn?t hear the officer approaching. But some City Hall insiders, as well as motorcycle cops elsewhere, said the safety argument is a stretch.
Even the folks at the national Motorcycle Industry Council (MIC) which represents all the big bike manufacturers, were unaware of any safety benefits from louder mufflers.
“We encourage all motorcycle riders to keep the original low sound levels that meet the … federal sound limit of 80 decibels,” said industry spokesman Mike Mount. “It would seem counterintuitive that a law enforcement agency would go against federal standards.”
Ironically, it was just a short time back that Oakland police were called upon to crack down on noisy motorists who had modified their auto mufflers to make a whistling screech. The “whistle tip” pipes were eventually outlawed under state law.
Oakland’s cops had a long tradition of riding their Harley-Davidson with the modified, louder tail pipes, hearing them the nickname “Rolling Thunder.” But after an officer complained about a loss of hearing and other around town questioned whether the police force was violating the very noise standards it was supposed to enforce, the department brass ordered a switch to the quieter stock mufflers.
So last year, the department launched a $1,200 study in conjunction with the city?s risk management division to determine whether: A) the louder motorcycles contributed to the officers? safety, B) were detrimental to their hearing, and C) complied with noise standards.
Kozicki acknowledged that whatever safety-related findings the study produced were largely anecdotal. Still, after everything was taken into consideration, the department concluded ?it was in the best interest of the officers to put more-audible pipes back on,? Kozicki said.
Hence, all 30 of the department?s Harleys were sent down to the central maintenance yard for a muffler makeover at a cost of about $15,000, according to City Hall insiders. Another 15 newly-purchased motorcycles were ordered with the louder pipes, though at no extra charge.
Oakland officials acknowledge that the noisy pipes, when tested, averaged 93 decibels ? well above the federal legal noise limit, according to the Motorcycle Industry Council.
But city Finance Director Mill Nolan, who oversees the risk management division, isn?t alarmed. ?if they were riding eight straight hours, it would be a problem,? he said. ?But they aren?t.?
MARTIN CONQUEST LAUNCH NEW BMW R1200R POWERED TRIKE FOR WHEELCHAIR USERS– The Martin Conquest – acknowledged as the worlds most advanced manufacturer of Trikes for wheelchair users and motorcyclists with a disability – have launched a brand new 2008 model, the Conquest R1200R and it?s manufactured right here in the UK.
The major change for 2008 is the fitment of a high performance BMW R1200R series Boxer engine, with the 1170cc flat twin power unit making a claimed 109bhp, up 28% against the older 1150 power unit. The new BMW engine also generates 17% more torque, which is a considerable power advantage when allied to the trike?s uprated aircraft grade steel/alloy chassis and lightweight GRP bodywork with built-in electronic wheelchair ramp and secure rider safety cell.
Other high quality features which go towards making the Conquest R1200R a unique blend of strength, performance and practicality include an electronic 6 speed gearbox which allows disabled users to get the best from the new Boxer 1170cc motor, with simple, push-button operation, plus a handy reverse gear. Rear wheel drive, a motorsport derived limited-slip Muffett differential, anti-roll bar and twin, heavy duty adjustable sports shock-absorbers at the back end, help give the 2008 Martin Conquest R1200R secure handling in all road conditions.
But the 2008 Martin Conquest is much more than a motorcycle engined trike. It meets the demanding UK government regulations for the Motability scheme, with ISO 9000 procedures applied during manufacture, to help create arguably the safest, most accessible three wheeled vehicle for wheelchair users.
All the hand controls, wheelchair ramp and secure mounting point for the driver’s chair, are designed to exactly fit the individual user, in terms of weight, height and upper body mobility. Martin Conquest work closely with each and every customer to make sure that their trike is built just how they want it. With every trike constructed, the Martin Conquest factory technicians are making new tweaks and valuable engineering improvements to the base concept.
There’s a wide range of factory fitted accessories, such as waterproof interior trim, music systems, engine immobiliser, windscreens, parking sensors, Xenon lighting, custom paintwork and more. Comprehensive after sales back-up and a full breakdown/recovery service is included in the purchase price too.
The 2008 Martin Conquest is all about freedom, independence and fun ? for every rider ? Life doesn?t stop because of a disability.
If you would like to know more please refer to the website http://www.martinconquest.com
BIKERNET JIMS TOOL OF THE WEEK–Fuel pressure test gauge toolThis gauge is a must have JIMS new tool as 90% of all Big Twins motorcycleshave Electronic Fuel Injection, (EFI). If you have a customer that isexperiencing any of the following conditions:
Hesitation under acceleration
Loss of power
Back firing thru the intake
Poor fuel economy
Stalling out
Engine turns over but will out start
Just to name a few symptoms that improper fuel system pressure maycontribute to. This fuel pressure gauge is easily installed in line with themotorcycles fuel supply system. All fuel testing should be (if possible)performed with the engine running, with this tool.
JIMS supplies you withall the necessary hose connections and fittings to safely perform a fuelpressure test in about the same amount of time it takes to change a set ofspark plugs. Full detailed Instructions included, some assembly required.
No.955 – Use on all 2002 to present E.F.I. FL models. Use on all 2004 topresent E.F.I. FXD models. Use on all 2001 to present E.F.I. FXST models
Suggested Retail Price $443.95
–JT Lepien
www.jimsusa.com
Well, this is comforting…After an exhaustive review of the research literature, here’s the final word on nutrition and health:
1. The Japanese eat very little fat but suffer fewer heart attacks than Americans.
2. Mexicans eat a lot of fat but suffer fewer heart attacks than Americans.
3. The Chinese drink very little red wine but suffer fewer heart attacks than Americans.
4. Italians drink excessive amounts of red wine but suffer fewer heart attacks than Americans.
5. Germans drink beer and eat lots of sausages and other fats but suffer fewer heart attacks than Americans.
CONCLUSION: Eat and drink whatever you like. Speaking English is apparently what kills you, but our Government is working hard to correct the problem.
Jester
MEANSTREET PRODUCT’S AVALON #550 FRONT END–Avalon is a work of art at any angle. Sculpted from solid billet, Avalon offes the ultimate in style and substnace. With its damatic design and seamless flowing lines, AVALON is reminiscent of a comtemporary fine art sculpture.
Quality Features?.
Sculpted from solid billet.
Billet Lower Legs
Semi-hidden Axle
Chrome, Polish or Black finishes
Stainless steel axle shaft
All stainless steel hardware
Single or Dual Disc billet mounts
Available in most custom length
Raked trees available in 3, 5, 6, and 7 degree rake.
Avalon II lowers ad a touch of wiched style to Avalon sleek design.
Avalon III smooth lowers soften the lines for a more sophisticated look.
BDL 500 SERIES for EVO and SHOVEL—Got HP? If so, you?re going to want to get your hands one of the new EV-500/SH-500 DRIVE? systems just introduced by Belt Drives Ltd. The latest in a long line of trend setting drives, the 500 SERIES offers enthusiasts a number of significant advantages over other aftermarket and stock systems. First, BDL?s reinforced 2? belt was developed specifically to handle the high torque and horsepower numbers being produced by today?s big inch V-Twin engines. Additionally the system incorporates a bullet proof, one-piece billet motor plate and unique side guard and starter gear cover.
Every 500 kit includes the very latest in clutch technology with BDL?s own ?Pat. Pend.? BALL BEARING CLUTCH. The state of the art design offers up to 30% more contact surface, reduced lever pull, smother transition, super quiet operation and flawless clutch engagement. Most significantly, BDL has gone from a 47 tooth to 52 pulley on the motor and 69 from 72 on the clutch basket. With this gearing there really is no need to hassle with stuffing a 5 speed into the old 4 speed box.
The new EV-500 and SH-500 allow the 4 speed to come off the line with power and affords great highway performance and mileage. For complete details contact BDL at 714-685-3333 or catch them on the Web at www.beltdrives.com.
MOTORCYCLE RALLY IS AN ANNUAL TRIBUTE TO PAPPY WHO FOUGHT FOR OUR FREEDOMS– Motorcyclists participating in Sunday’s Memorial Run arrive at the Comstock Cemetery in Montville for a brief service at the grave of Donla “Pappy” Pittsley.
Montville – Bald heads shone in the bright afternoon sun and pony-tails blew in the light breeze Sunday as the pack of roaring motorcycles rolled down Depot Road toward Comstock Cemetery.
It was easy to see those heads and others clad in baseball hats and colorful bandanas as many of the riders weren’t wearing helmets during the memorial motorcycle run, which was fitting, as the event remembered the Montville man who led the fight against a mandatory helmet law and also fought for the rights of motorcycle riders.
The 33rd annual Memorial Day motorcycle run, whose name changed this year from ?Pappy’s Run? to the ?Memorial Run,? is held each year to remember Donald ?Pappy? Pittsley and his efforts to give motorcycle riders the ?freedom to choose.?
This year was no different as thousands participated in the event, but many riders continued to refer to the ride by its original title. ?It’s more of a celebration of individual freedom, than just helmet laws,? said John Stratton. ?(Pappy) was a good man. He believed in individual freedom.? David Hutchins, the co-chairman of the Connecticut Motorcycle Riders Association, who spoke at Pittsley’s grave Sunday, estimated that between 3,000 and 4,000 riders showed up at the Sprague Road & Gun Club to participate in the event.
Standing at Pittsley’s grave, encircled by a large group of riders, Hutchins reiterated the significance of the run. Hutchins remembered Pittsley with a moment of silence and then went on eulogize the man who fought so hard against a mandatory helmet law and inspired others to do the same after his death in 1975.
–By Heather Allen,
PhotoBy Dana Jensen
Wanted for SpeedWeek, Women riders and Men to build the Lady’s Bikes– We would like to find additional women riders, who would be interested in setting records and then accept the challenge of racing for the title of Women’s Fastest Motorcycle Rider. We do not need a rider with a lot of experience, as the two bikes we have entered do not have a lot of hp. The new rules require that the rider have a m/c endorsement on their driver license. Rider must live in the LA area of Calif. Single, Fit, Age 18 to 25, not taller than 5′ 6′. We will train you to ride/race with safety.
As you know using a women rider to set the records generates a lot of publicity. The last two years I have worked with Kimberly and she has set five records now. I met Kimberly in December 2005 and she had never operated a motorcycle. By August 2006 she was setting two records in front of National Geographic TV film cameras and in 2007 she was filmed for NBC Jeep World Of Adventure Sports while setting three Land Speed Records.
— Kenny Lyon 310 637 6094
kenylyon@hotmail.com
www.projectgoldwing.org
www.goldwingracingproject.info
THE POPE OF PIPE PUMPS UP YOUR SOFTAIL PERFORMANCE — YOU ? Have a Softail that is lowered and needs more clearance or have a Softail where you rip the curves and want to hit it even harder?
THE POPE ? Has built a new pipe from D&D Performance Enterprises called the Low Cat that has an up swept in the back and allows your Harley to corner without scraping. It?s dyno tuned so you can expect maximum horsepower with a high performance air cleaner and tuner.
FROM BANDIT – Bandit has worked out a deal with D&D to put together a performance kit that includes a D&D Performance Low Cat, high-flow air cleaner and Zipper?s Performance ThunderMax with AutoTune tuner. Mention Bandit and you receive a 15% discount. Call 817-834-8961 for details or get more information by clicking here and start making horsepower gains tomorrow.
CHECKOUT THE POPE IN BIKERNET STUDIO – Bandit and the Pope of Pipe, Dave Rash, talk performance, power and the nicest torque curve this side of JayLo in Bikernet Studio.
PERFORMANCE + ECONOMY ? Is One In The Same ? D&D Performance Enterprises
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Root Beer Float Part 2
By Bandit |
Building bikes was simple until Harley-Davidson threw in a myriad of models, new engine configurations and now the axles are larger, which fucked with the bearings, sprockets, rotors, frames, etc. At one time we all built rigids, using the same frames and components. That lasted for 20 years. I digress. It ain't so no mo'.
Two dissimilar elements kicked off this build, new 1-inch axle, Harley-Davidson spoked wheels with contoured rims, that shook the industry, and a retro rigid frame from Kraft Tech, set up for a 3/4-inch rear axle. Kent, the master builder behind Lucky Devil Metal Works knew just what to do. He replaced the stock 1-inch sealed bearings with sealed 3/4-inch units.
“Sealed bearings are kick ass,” Kent told me. “Timkens need to be set up with .002-.006 end play, but sealed bearings have no need for end play, but the center spacer must be perfect. If the center wheel spacer is too small it will roast those puppies pronto.”
For 3/4-inch axles Kent makes his center tubes out of 1-inch DOM mechanical tubing with a 3/4-inch I.D. for a comfortable slip fit. “You don't want a sloppy spacer banging around in there or fucking with wheel balancing,” Kent explained and tried to hit me with a ball peen hammer, 'cause I was about to touch something I shouldn't.
Kent made a new axle for the rear wheel and an aluminum end cap with a counter-bored hex nut fastener. He also makes his own thick wheel spacers. “That gives them a more solid grip on the frame,” said Kent.
Most of the current sprockets are built for 3/4-inch axles or Timken bearing wheels, and he needed to open the centering hole to fit the late model hub.
“I believe the old standard sprockets have a 1.999 hole,” Kent said, “and the new units have a 2.210 hole.” Fortunately the fastener holes are the same.”
Kent likes PBI sprockets. “They afford me several options,” Kent said, while machining our sprocket. “They have lots of offset options for the trans or rear wheel and I like the aluminum rear sprockets.
Alignment is critical and Kent began the process with the engine and trans in place, loose. Then he bolted up the primary, centered the rear wheel and aligned the sprockets.
Seat Pan Installation:
Next came the Lucky Devil seat pan, hand made by Kent to fit the lovely Sin Wu. “I cut a chunk out of flat mild steel, 14-guage sheet and worked it over with an air hammer to develop the shape, with the owner's ass in mind.”
I snatched up the ball peen hammer.
“I didn't mean it that way,” Kent said regarding Sin Wu's nice ass. “I do consider the owner's ass, body style, arm and inseam length as I build and mount any seat system.”
We also discussed how the seat impacts the gas tank, the oil tank, the battery and the rear fender. All these elements need to be considered for proper fit.
After he built the seat pan he mounted the Fab Kevin seat hinge system and Rocky's, Pure Kustom, valve spring suspension system. “I used 1-inch medium body foam on her seat,” Kent explained. “It's pink. I like pink.”
He glued the foam in place then shaped it with a Scotchbrite 3-inch wheel. While I ground my teeth over the “Pink” comment, he explained that there are various foam alternatives. “For a round-town bike I use a stiffer foam,” Kent said. “For longer distance projects I use unifoam, which combines a softer foam on top molded to a stiff foam on the bottom.”
Kent handily mounted the Pure Kustom seat suspension system, but we decided to relive the process through Rocky Felis's web site, with his shots:
Root Beer Float Part 1–2008 Bikernet Project Bike
By Bandit |
We love a visual stimulation, mystic guide to stimulate any bike project. We're fortunate to know several inspiring biker artists, including Tim Conder who created this eye-candy to kick us off the mark and get us started on the mini-bob. I was also inspired by Sin Wu's diminutive size and the former Russ Tom's artistry to develop a bike so tight and right that it would not only be a knockout, but a classic artistic sexual expression. That's what Sin Wu is all about, sex.
No, it's not going to be pink and be adorned with thongs. It's not going to be a solid chrome artifact, but something so timeless that it reaches all builders. I don't ever mind sharing the credit for the construction, design and inspiration. Russ Tom, of Downtown Seattle built a Panhead in a traditional H-D rigid frame years ago, and I spotted it in a garage off Junction Street in Sturgis a decade ago. He shrunk the already light looking classic, which made the bike even compact looking, and distinctive, yet the finish was basic black. It was a classic and taught me that it could be accomplished for the right rider.
I've known Tim Conder for 20 years and his passion for motorcycles, coupled with his artistic talent is remarkable. I looked to him to bring our notion to life. The master fabricator behind the Root Beer Float was hand picked for his fabrication and sheet metal artistry. We have covered Kent Weeks', Lucky Devil Metal Works in Houston, and his developmental evolution for the last five years. Kent is an excellent builder, fabricator, sheet metal manipulator and designer.
He will take a simple bob job and turn it into a functional piece of art. Kent's Shamrock bike and his Triumph Bobber for Joe T inspired me. As you will see over the coming months, Kent can turn anything ordinary into something extraordinary. He is a master of details and you'll learn as the bike is assembled the level of care and reliable function he imparts into every aspect of a build from wiring to oil lines. “But I generally build long bikes,” Kent told me recently.
I like to afford an artist his own style, and we all need to keep that in mind when we pick someone to build a bike. You don't want to approach Paul Cox and ask him to build a Denver Chopper. He's a master in his realm, where he's comfortable. In this case I felt Kent was capable of this notion and might come to understand the challenge and embrace it. If not, he can do whatever he pleases, he's the man.
This bike is based around a classic retro Kraft Tech frame, an original Harley-Davidson VL front end, an 80-inch Harley-Davidson engine and 5-speed Softail transmission. The wheels are also pure Harley-Davidson, but late model styled contoured rims and the Avon tires will not be wide at all. We generally run with reliable Spyke and Compu-Fire electrics. The Carb is a highly modified H-D CV by Ron Trock and Dennis Goodsen of Fantasy in Iron built the cast aluminum air cleaner. We're still pondering the oil bag and sheet metal, but let's start with some of Tim Conder's thoughts:
…other folks would do it different, it's that “circle of life” thing, and I ain't trying to step on toes…
I really love simplicity these days, and my next Bomber gets this Bronze/Navy Blue color scheme. Sin Wu said she likes deep wood tones, so a super dark burgundy or blue pearl frame, oil tank, wheels and front fork would really set the amber tones off. The whitewall (on the back only) lightens the bike up and gives 'er a “nicer” feel. I'm a sucker for front 21s on a stripped early H-D, and this also gives it a sweeter, lighter feel. I'd like to see the shotguns and the notched early horseshoe oil tank on her bike, without the notched gas tanks.
Frankly between you and me, I'm pretty burned out on all the old timey gingerbread that's going on the “Chobber” style bikes. I realize to stand out these days most folks think they gotta get wacky. However, there are plenty of cool tricks to be applied to Nyla's bike without being too trendy…*Shortened frame tail – Cut the frame diagonals where they meet the back bone in the seat area, and down low where both sides of the frame are straight and parallel. Then just cut the rear tranny crossmember loose at the back and move the whole tail forward as much as you can. Then re-weld.
*De-rake it and shorten the forks if you have to get that front tire tucked way up there.
*The stock oil tank not only needs to be notched for the electric start primary boss, but it will need to be modified to look right in the shorter frame, as well as hold a typical new style battery.
*Shotgun exhaust is very short, 2″ diameter pipe with VERY subtle mounts and stainless tips machined from thickwall tubing.
*Rear fender is a hinged stocker that will have to be pie-cut where the upper frame tube passes by the fender side. The reason for this is stock fenders rise up and away from the tire at the hinge, and must be cut and pushed down to follow the rim perfectly.
*16×4 inch rim using a Coker RePop Firestone 5.00×16 whitwall on the rear. The 1″ extra rim width will flesh out the tire for a stockier look, and let the tire actually fill out the fender.
*I would use the beautiful stock mechanical rear brake and the early springer front brake, but if you need a disc, a Tolle or Exile Sprotor is great for keeping the brakes on the primary side.
*You can actually chuck up a V-Twin aftermarket top springer tree in a lathe and machine the spuds down to accept 1″ drag bars, or Flanders “Low Cafe” bars on each side, just cut out the center, slip the bar ends over the spuds and weld them up.
*Skull dash, no stretch. Stretching anything on a Bobber confuses the era. That's custom Softail territory.
*The temptation to black out the engine is strong on bikes with black rims, but the early Cop (20s, 30s, 40s and 50s) bikes had natural aluminum drivetrains with black rims and to me they were much more interesting.*Depending on Sin Wu's height, mid-controls will be really fun for her I think, and tricky to install cleanly. Especially with a mechanical rear brake.
Yeah I know, there are hundreds of hours of labor here that only the badasses will see….I cain't help it!!!!! – Tim
Root Beer Float Part 3 Plus Extras
By Bandit |
When the package arrived with the new BDL belt drive system in it we had a little problem. Unfortunately when our hell hound doesn't get the chance to chase the delivery truck he takes it out on the cardboard.
Fortunately none of the contents were damaged (this time) so I got everything spread out to make sure I had everything I needed and also to make sure nothing had been consumed by the beast . In this package they sent the instructions on a disc but if your computer isn't able to read it I recommend you simply go to their website where you can download the instructions and or just check out some of the various install info here on Bikernet.com.
In the last round I had already installed the inner primary with a new sealed bearing so I went right to the business of assembling the front pulley.
Following the supplement instructions in the box, I installed the spline insert into the pulley and to keep from scratching it up I used a clean red rag on the bench while I installed the supplied roll pins from the back side of the assembly.
Next, I turned the pulley over and set the outer plate into the pulley, applied red Loctite (supplied with the kit) to the three 5/16×18 fasteners and bolted the pulley, insert and outer plate together.
After flipping it over again to install the inner plate, I started checking over the pulley alignment and spacing the front pulley as needed, this process is not too complicated. It is important to rotate the motor to be sure the belt is tracking properly. It's critical to avoid extreme belt wear and a big problem on your hands later.
Once you are ready to install the pulleys it is recommended to use red Locktite on the transmission spline shaft, but I skipped this step because it will come back apart for paint later.
But for Sin's project we discussed chopping up the outer primary cover. This will not only vent the hell out of the primary system but it will provide a different look too.
Most of the time I like to vent the inner primary cover by drilling holes in it while I have it off and on the bench and before I press in the new main bearing.
I also normally cut spacers on the lathe to space out the derby cover to vent the outer cover as I did on this other project bike.
This is actually a very old trick and with all the narrow belts that have been run over the years. I think it's safe to say it's been done before. I think it might be cool to fabricate a belt cover similar to the covers on the open primary systems to give it a cleaner look and keep rocks out?
The next thing on the choppin' block for this project will be to get the rear section set up with the new Paughco bobber style rear fender and twin tanks mounted
Speaking of the “other project bike” in the shop
I had the opportunity to install a six speed gear set from S&S along with the closed belt system. During the install I didn't take very many good shots because I was haulin' ass and flyin' solo. I thought it was worth sharin' if nothing else to show some of the case modifications.
S&S products come with good detailed instructions on how to set up the gear set and it went in easy, not that I recommend this task for a total beginner, but a guy with some modification experience can get the job done without difficulty.
Next, I removed the main gear and bearing and began carving up the stock Harley tranny case. Using the supplied template I marked the area to be trimmed and started removing material for the proper clearance for the new shift fork assembly where the outer shift shaft support used to be, as well as a couple other specified places inside the tranny case.
Once I had the case cleaned out, I installed the new main gear & bearing, new shift shaft sleeve & new shift arm assembly, and gear set.
I mounted the shift drum and clearanced the top cover and wrapped up the install. I don't want to make it seem like it took 10 minutes or anything, but it did slip together like sex and so far hasn't given me any trouble. My buddy Rick loves it, so it's all good!
Back at the Root Beer Float we are still grappling with the wheels, the classic VL front end, hubs and fitment. I am cool with running a 39MM front end (and I even have one we can put on) but we will still have the issue with the front hub being too wide and I know ya'll wanted to run the old springer to help with the classic look.
I do have these late factory mags that match the motor / trans that have sealed wheelbearings and narrow glide front hub that will give plenty of room for a brake hanger up there. The only thing you may not like is the front wheel is a 19″ and rear 16″ I know you were going for the big wheel look but I also think these will look good too. if you like the idea I'll get you some tires for them and trade you for what you have. I know I have a front white wall around the shop for the front but I don't have a problem getting you black walls either, maybe some classic style Avon roadrunners?
Right on, what's your preference on the rubber, the white wall I have in stock is a maxis classic so I can get a 150/16 to match if you like or I can get you a set of Avon Road runners, I know you are an Avon fan so I figured you might go that way?
Here is a brief list of stuff we still need to figure out:
brake components ( rotors and calipers )
grips
hand controls
turn signals
gas caps
Speedo
headlight
Root Beer Float Part 4
By Bandit |
The build up for the Root Beer Bobber designed specifically for our own Nyla Olsen has been painstakingly stretched out over the past two years. Due to circumstances beyond anyone's control, delays have hung their weary shadow upon the build causing the queen of Bikernet to sit back patiently…tapping her foot. Kent Weeks, the devil from Houston, refuses to let time dictate his creative flair or expert design decisions when building a bike. He is stoic in his straightforward approach to build something exactly as he sees fit to build it. This is the reason Bandit chose him for the build.
As usual, per any build, the concept starts with one thing, design-wise, but the finished product very rarely hits the pavement exactly as the original design is planned. Kent massaged this build to fit Nyla exactly, she should be more comfortable on this bike than she was on the Custom 1200 Sportster Bikernet built several years back.
The beautiful brake rotors painted to match the frame, front end, and oil-bag. The rotors are going to look beautiful with the GMA brakes and touch the bike off beautifully with the BDL controls. BDL bought GMA and kept the tradition alive when Bill Gardner retired.
As of the last installment, there were several questions to be answered concerning final components. The front end was also still up in the air as to whether go with the VL Springer or use a 39mm Narrow-Glide front-end. In the end, Kent stayed with the original VL and also painted it’s legs to match Ken Hill’s job on the tanks and fender.
Ken Hill not only handled the paint and pin-striping, but he also performed all of the body work. His shop is in The Woodlands area and it's called Ken's Airbrush.
Kent heavily massaged the gas tanks and dash to fit the profile of the bike, but unfortunately, I broke the disc that Holly gave me of the pics, so they are lost forever.Here’s a shot of the frame hanging in Kent’s paint booth.
The hand tooled leather seat is styled to match the engraving that adorns several components of the bike. Glenn Priddle, owner of GP Leather in Australia, really out-did himself on not only design, but quality as well. The seat is designed to cradle Nyla's posterior with the same gentle touch as Bandit’s sasquatch sized hands. Heather New, of New Line Engraving put her delicate touch on several of the bike's components.
The flowers add a feminine touch to a machine that emanates an attitude for the road. It seems ironic that something styled to be so sweet could come from the Devil’s compound. I expect everything he touches to be laced with evil, but maybe this bike is comparable to the forbidden fruit in that it looks tasty, but the consequences could change your life.
The paint has a marbleized finish that starts at the top and then fades as it goes down the tanks’ crown. So looking at the top of the bike, you will se the marble. From the side you only see a shadow that appears to lick the top of the bike. If you look from the lower components, like during service or routine tightening, you won’t see the dark shades of marble.
Custom Chrome Euro Dealer Show For 2008
By Bandit |
Custom Motorcycle Mayhem at Mainz/Germany: With a powerful and extraordinary Bikeshow, dealershow and european Championship of Custombike-Building, the 2008 edition of the CUSTOM CHROME EUROPE DEALER SHOW again topped last years record results in terms of attending dealers, visitors and bikeshow-participants – not to forget the glamourous guest-stars from the US and Germany: Jesse James, Cory Ness, Marcus Walz and Fred Kodlin. The quality of the motorcycles exhibited blew everybody’s mind – as 100 never before seen custombikes premiered at what now is the most excellent bikeshow of europe and the definite highlight in the european bikeshow calendar and a true celebraton of Custom Chrome Europe’s 10th anniversary Dealer Show.
“If you want to see extraordinary Custombikes, it is here,” stated one visitor pushing through the crowd on Sunday noontime. “I’ve been here at the Phoenix Hall ever since the event was moved to Mainz and opened to the public and I never saw the same bike twice!” Europe’s market leader in Customparts-Distribution again has teamed up their show with the AMD European Championship of Custombike-Building to create one of the best Custombike-Shows in Europe. 100 awesome custombikes from all over europe participated, competing for three tickets to the World Championship at Sturgis/South Dakota in August 2008 and prices worth no less than 30.000 €!
“The quality seen in these bikes is just incredible,” stated both Custom Chrome Europe President Holger Mohr and AMD Show host Chris McGee. In 2008 the show marked the big comeback of the german customizers, as two out of three top FREESTYLE class bikes came from Germany and (almost) every other 1st price was won by a made in Germany Custombike! Top-honours and the prestigious EUROPEAN CHAMPIONSHIP went to Thunderbike at Hamminkeln, authorized Harley-Davidson Dealer, who are well known for their 2006-Bike Spectacula, winning both the European Championship and the vice-world champion title! So Open Mind was in the footsteps and built to win, nevertheless achieving the task in spectacular fashion.
Second place went to Sturgis-experienced french team of Riverside Motocyclettes for a stunning one-off frame sportive lowrider that is as radical as the brake system is dangerous: Bicycle-brakes instead of brake discs. Nevertheless, the radical compact bike caught the attention of the other builders which, along with judges from press and industry, had to select their favourite bikes. Stunning design, advanced technology and the most radical choice of tire one have ever seen on a Custombike won TGS from bavaria the 3rd ticket to Sturgis: Ice-Speedway nails!!! The Seppster shares the name with last year's show-winning creation but is in fact a completely new creation with one off frame, single-side-fork and turbo-charged S&S 96 cubic inch V-twin. The Freestyle class again attracted some of the wildest custom creations from all over Europe, but the Modified Harley-Davidson category, this year with a 31-bike strong field did show some extraordinary craftmanship! The Custom Chrome Motorcycle class highlighted the best bikes build from CCE’s motorcycle kits. Again, TGS scored top-honours in this class with their Spirit-based, Voodoo Child.
This years 10th anniversary had Custom Chrome Europe bring out the best of the best fort he dealer show and the exhibits too: Classic motorcycles from German collectors ????? and Dieter Hofem, painting artist Michael Knepper and more than 50 top-names of brands from the CCE catalogue, most of which were represented by the presidents themself . S&S’s Brett Smith, who will celebrate the 50th anniversary of the engine manufacturer in june 2008, was there to pick the best S&S-powered custom creations and to check out some of the bikes that were built to be part of the 50-bike special exhibition that will highlight this years celebrations: Fred Krugger Bertrand was the first European to finish his project and Germany based shop Custom Garage exhibited the first European X-Wedge powered bike, tributed to the anniversary!
This years Special Guests included West Coast Chopper TV-Star and Bikebuilder Jesse James, Cory Ness and his son Zac, taking Custombike building in the Ness family into the 3rd generation, world renowned Custombike photographer Michael Lichter and former CCE designer and legendary bike-builder John Reed who was awarded with a special exhibition at the event AND received a Custom Chrome Europe Lifetime Achievement Award for his outstanding work.
“We are looking forward to the year 2008 with great confidence“, said Holger Mohr, “as we have very interesting new products for all Twin Cam riders and our Custom Chrome Motorcycle line is running well. ALL RevTech engines are now Euro-3 approved using carburators – and we have a complete new engine line coming up. Not to forget that we have upgraded our Custom Chrome Europe Motorcycle line to meet European emission standards and the changing trends.” With approximately 3,000 visitors on Sunday, plus the 1,500 CCE-dealers from all over the world, the event was a huge success for both CUSTOM CHROME EUROPE and the Custombike Motrcycle market in general! “It is incredible that already 10 years have passed by,” says Holger Mohr, “but we have come quite a way in those years – and the future has a lot to offer.“
www.custom-chrome-europe.com
AMD PRO SHOW – CUSTOM CHROME BIKESHOW PRIZESAMD PRO SHOW FREESTYLE CLASS
1. OPEN MIND, Thunderbike (Germany), CCE/DHL 5.000 € Voucher for Sturgis Transport
2. Sugarland Express, Riverside Motorcycles (France), DHL 5.000 € Voucher for Sturgis Transport
3. Seppster, TGS Motorcycles (Germany), , DHL 5.000 € Voucher for Sturgis Transport
4. V-Rage, Odyseey-Motorcycles (France), Baker DD6 Gearbox
5. Half Day, Tribute to S&S, Krugger Motorcycles, Belgium, Rebuffini Elypse Forward Controls
6. Precious, Classic Cycles, Switzerland, Kodlin Triple Tree Set
7. Speedpan, Frank van Geffen, Holland, Spyke Stealth starter chrom8.
8. Project 17, Andreoli Motorcycles, Italy, Avon/Cooper 250/300 tire
9. Just Bike, VAV-Tuninc, Czech Republic, Progressive Suspention shocks
10. Cadbike 33, BMW Bobber, DBBP Design, Holland, MMB digital Speedo
AMD PRO SHOW Custom Chrome Motorcycles
1. Voodoo Child, TGS Motorcycles, Germany, (BSL Hot Rod Exhaust)
2. Checker, Outback Motorcycles, Germany, (Scorpion clutch)
3. Black Angel, Custombike, Italy, (Skull Air Cleaner Cover)
AMD PRO SHOW Modified Harley Class
1. ’48, USM GmbH, Germany, (RevTech Wheel Set)
2. The Apprentice, Frankfurt Harley-Factory, Germany, (DAC MCV Speedometer)
3. Old Gun, School Bar Atelier, France, (B2 Minilift)
Ed Martin Jammer Old School Awards 2008
1. Project 17, Andreoli Motorcycles, Italy, (SJP Fork + Special Trophy by Ed Martin)
2. Pure 93, Independent Choppers, Germany, (Primo Belt Drive Fork + Special Trophy by Ed Martin)
3. Pure Old School, Hells Kitchen Choppers, (Crime Scene Chopper Jacket + LePera Seat Fork + Special Trophy by Ed Martin),
CUSTOM CHROME PUBLIC CHOICE AWARD
1. Fenris, Habermann Performance, Germany, (RevTech 6-speed Transmission)
S&S Brett Smith President’s Pick
1.X-Wedge Dragon, Custom Garage, Germany (96 Cubic Inch S&S TÃœV engine, polished)
2.Eckerslike Flyer, Krazy Horse Customs, England, (S&S Toolbox)
3.Sandman, RMF Motorcycles, Germany (S&S Quick Setup-Kit, EU certified Muffler and Teardrop Aircleaner)
