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Read More February 14, 2008 Part 3
By Bandit |
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BIKERNET REVIEW FROM LONG TIME READER–Wanted to say that I am at a loss as to how you do it.Bikernet has really become the magazine of choice.Publications are becoming irrelevant in today’s world.I now subscribe to Easyriders, Back Street Choppers (Iron Horse) and Cycle Source.I have no idea why, except I like something in the mailbox, I flip thru em and that’s that.I own every issue of Easyriders, every issue since day #1.I don’t know why, just is.
The reason I am writing is your 2008 plea to buy American.You just came from Hawaii, did you see what I saw last October?Disenfranchised Hawaiians living on their islands, yet economically worlds away from their locale. I am fearful the same is looming for the USA.Custom Chrome sold to a Korean consortium? Last week Taylor Oil the largest and most respected Louisiana independent oil company was sold to the Chinese!!!!What the f–k is going on?
I have given up on the bike scene. I have my bike. It will kick ass on anyone’s stocker. I have toured the USA and been riding since 1969. I have nothing to prove to anyone.I am now looking out of country to retire and run a fishing business. A boat, bait and a beer are where I am headed.Sorry to run on but then again so does the Thursday News at times.I respect Bikernet for staying true to the Code of the West ( or is that Long Beach?)
You hang tight, we need ya.
–Anson
WE’RE ALWAYS LOOKING FOR REDHEADS–A few weeks ago I related a “night out ” story about going to see a redheaded singer named Raeann and you asked if I came across a picture of her if I would send it on. Well, I found her website today, so here you go !
http://raeannsgroove.com/
–Copey
NEW DIVORCE KIT! NOW ON SHELVES AT YOUR LOCAL Home Depot STORE!!!–This just in from, well I can’t say. We’re looking for a willing participant to photograph using these tools for a Bikernet Tech Tip. I know you’re out there, and we promise not to show the shots (oops, wrong word) to Nancy Grace.
–Renegade
OCC MOTORCYCLES UNVEILS TWO NEW PRODUCTION BIKES AT CINCY’S 2008 V-TWIN EXPO–FEBRUARY 2, 2008 (Cincinnati, OH) — On Friday, February 1, 2008, OCC Motorcycles unveiled two exciting new additions to their award winning Limited Edition Production Bike Line during a special industry-only reception at the 2008 V-Twin Expo. Showcasing the same quality and innovation of their predecessors, The OCC Sweet Amber and The OCC SR Cruiser wowed the crowd, playing on the hottest designs in the industry while incorporating the unexpected features that are hallmarks of OCC’s unmistakable style.
The OCC Sweet Amber pulls strong, sexy curves out of a traditional softail frame, proving performance need not come at the expense of style. Unusual details like an oil tank discreetly mounted in the bomb-proof transmission, 2″ thick Springers and original OCC flow-cut chrome wheels set The OCC Sweet Amber well apart from its competition. An EPA-certified engine unleashes incendiary speed while a large 21″ front and a thick 240 rear tire balance that power with sure-footed stability. Finally, a sleek, low slung design, internal wiring and premium OCC paint designs lend an alluring refinement to a body that’s built for speed.
The OCC SR Cruiser is a classic redefined. A completely re-imagined old style glide, it retains the essential elements of a true bagger: stability, storage and comfort. A dual-style gas tank and twin exhaust pipes that exit out the side of the saddlebags lend an aggressively updated style, while a progressive EPA-certified X-wedge engine and brawny, custom-framed rear 240 add power, steadiness and control. Deftly rendered extra wide bags increase the cargo area without being obtrusive, and a uniquely designed seat is the finishing touch to this stylishly comfortable bike, a new-school roadster ready to take you as far as you want to go.
For more information about the OCC Motorcycles Limited Edition Production Bike Line please contact Debbie Hammer at TWO-WHEELED EXPRESS TRANSPORT ALWAYS ON THE ROAD–Need a bike shipped, moved or transported, Mike will take care of it. He’s currently at home in Cincinnati, Ohio, but soon will head to N.J., Alabama, Maine and by next Friday roll into Miami. Just give him or Erin a call and they’ll hook you up. RIDE FOR KIDS 2008 CALENDAR– Indiana Ride for Kids,13 July 2008,Pinhook Park,2801 Riverside Dr,South Bend, Indiana,Registration open at 8:00 am,Ride starts Promptly at 9:45 am. Join us for an escorted charity motorcycle ride through the beautiful Northern Indiana Countryside and support the Pediatric Brain Tumor Foundation. After the ride stay for a lite lunch and the Celebration of Life and meet the Stars(young brain tumor survivors) who will join us for the ride. Contacts Ej Ford BIKERNET OPENS FLOWER SHOP–One day a florist goes to a barber for a haircut. After the cut he asks about his bill and the barberreplies, ‘I cannot accept money from you. I’m doing communityservice this week.’ The florist is pleased and leaves the shop. When the barber goes to open his shop the next morningthere is a ‘thank you’ card and a dozen roses waitingfor him at his door. Later, a cop comes in for a haircut, and when he triesto pay his bill, the barber again replies, ‘I cannotaccept money from you. I’m doing community servicethis week.’ The cop is happy and leaves the shop. The next morning when the barber goes to open up thereis a ‘thank you’ card and a dozen donuts waiting forhim at his door. Later that day, a college professor comes in for ahaircut, and when he tries to pay his bill, the barberagain replies, ‘I cannot accept money from you. I’mdoing community service this week.’ The professor isvery happy and leaves the shop. The next morning when the barber opens his shop, thereis a ‘thank you’ card and a dozen different books,such as ‘How to Improve Your Business’ and ‘BecomingMore Successful. Then, a Congressman comes in for a haircut, and whenhe goes to pay his bill the barber again replies, ‘Icannot accept money from you. I’m doing communityservice this week.’ The Congressman is very happy andleaves the shop. The next morning when the barber goes to open up,there are a dozen Congressmen lined up waiting for afree haircut. And that, my friends, illustrates the fundamental differencebetween the citizens of our country and politicians. –from Nick Roberts FBI CAN TAP YOUR CELL PHONE–The FBI appears to have begun using a novel form of electronic surveillance in criminal investigations: remotely activating a mobile phone’s microphone and using it to eavesdrop on nearby conversations. The technique is called a “roving bug,” and it was used on two alleged mobsters, John Ardito and his attorney Peter Peluso. Their Nextel phones were activated by the FBI to listen in on nearby conversations. The FBI views Ardito as one of the most powerful men in the Genovese family, a major part of the national Mafia. The U.S. Commerce Department’s security office http://www.wasc.noaa.gov/wrso/security warns that “a cellular telephone can be turned into a microphone and transmitter for the purpose of listening to conversations in the vicinity of the phone.” Black Hats can remotely install a piece of software on to any handset, without the owner’s knowledge, which will activate the microphone even when its owner is not making a call. –from El Jeffe LIFESTYLES DEALS OF THE WEEK–THESE BIKES JUST IN!We just got in some AWESOME pre-owned bikes at killer prices! Don’t look at the pictures too long, because these deals won’t last.Call the LifeStyle Cycles Bike Sales Department today!(714) 490-0155 2005 HARLEY HERITAGE SPRINGERSuper Clean Bike!ONLY $16,500.00! 2004 HARLEY DAVIDSON FAT BOYChromed Front End! ONLY $15,995.00! BIKERNET UNIVERSITY HISTORY LESSON, 157 YEARS AGO IN CALIFORNIA–Do you know what happened this week back in 1850, 157 years ago? California became a state, So basically, it was just like California is today, except the women had real breasts, and the men didn’t hold hands. –from R.H. CLASSIC HELMETS FROM BILTWELL– OPEN FACE HELMET,__Pudding bowls, Nazi helmets and DOT-approved half helmets each have their place in the pantheon of skid lids, but for our money, nothing looks better or feels more comfortable than an old-fashioned open face helmet. Trouble is, finding an open face that doesn’t make you look like an astronaut is extremely difficult. NOS helmets are one solution to this problem, but their numbers are dwindling rapidly. When you can find one of these circa ’60s brain buckets, they are usually so moth-eaten and/or overpriced you can’t justify putting one on your head.__Enter the Biltwell novelty helmet. Our open face design is stylish, comfortable and classic. Our seamless injection-molded ABS plastic outer shell is form fitting and super flexible. Because our non-DOT-approved helmet has no expanded polystyrene (EPS) inner shell, it fits close to the skull-nobody wants to look like a bobble head doll when they’re riding their chopper. The open-cell foam padding inside our helmet features a moisture wicking fleece Lycra liner for cool, dry comfort. __We offer a wide range of metal flake and solid colors, and a rugged clear coat protects every paint job. There’s a goggle strap retainer on the back, and the helmet edge is protected with durable rubber ribbing. A simple D-ring retention strap holds the Biltwell helmet securely on your head. __ Now, a word about sizing. Miraculously, the Biltwell helmet is one size fits most. Pin-headed bikers who normally wear a 6-5/8 helmet can wear a Biltwell helmet, and their size 8+ pals can squeeze their giant melons into our helmet without discomfort. That’s because the foam padding inside our helmets is really soft and compliant, and because our outer shell is so flexible. Of course, this is the reason why the Biltwell helmet is designed for display and novelty purposes only, and should never be worn to operate an actual motorcycle. Simply put, Biltwell helmets do not meet any DOT or other safety standards.__MSRP’s:_Solid: $75_Metalflake: $114_ WWW.biltwellinc.com NEW DATE AND NEW LOCATIONFOR THE 22nd BIKER FEST INT.—THE BIKER FEST GOES BACK TOOSOPPO (UDINE – NORTH-EAST ITALY) FROM 5th TO 8th JUNE 2008 www.bikerfest.com The appointment with the most famous and spectacular Italian biker rally, the BIKER FEST INTERNATIONAL moves up of two weeks:the 22nd edition of the BIKER FEST takes place from 5th to 8th June 2008 in OSOPPO (Udine – North-East Italy). The 22nd BIKER FEST moves to the wonderful Rivellino Park in Osoppo (Udine – North-East Italy); this area covers more than 240.000 square meters and it is very easy to reach (only 1 km from the exit Gemona-Osoppo of the Highway A23 Udine-Tarvisio-Salzburg). The organizers are ready to welcome thousands of motorbike fans with wonderful shows, international music and a lot of fun. In a few weeks you will find detailed information and the programme of the event in our website www.bikerfest.com, available even in English and German. Meanwhile, mark the NEW DATE and the NEW LOCATION in your calendar:22nd BIKER FEST – from 5th to 8th June 2008 in Osoppo (Udine – North-East Italy) On Sunday 8th June takes place even the 13th US CAR REUNION (US cars meeting) The organizers thank you for you cooperation! Associazione Custombiker – REDNECK ENGINEERING FOR SOFTAIL BAGGERS–Redneck Eng has several things going on. The Buell kits are still a good product line, plus our Baggers kits are growing. We just built one for Jerry Crawford(MN Hamster) and we are doing a Buell for Richard Robles(friend of Dominick Rubaclava), sold a Buell kit to Tony Trowbridge(MN Hamster). Hotop bought two bagger kits, the Shadleys bought one. Thank goodness for friends. A lot of our biz is overseas and Canada. I think they are coming of age and dollar valuation is in their favor. S. Korea, Switzerland, UK, Germany, Czech Republic, Sweden, Norway, Spain, Australia, S. Africa, even sent a bagger to a Sheik in Saudi Arabia. Watch for a Bikernet feature on a Redneck Softail Bagger that I rode to Bonneville last year. It’s gonna blow you away. –Mike NEW TWO-UP LOW REAR SHOCK KIT FOR SPORTSTER MODELS– Suspension Rates Tuned for Touring with a Passenger or Luggage. MILWAUKEE (Jan. 29, 2008) – Harley-Davidson Sportster owners can add rear suspension capacity with the new Two-Up Low Rear Shock Kit (P/N 54704-07, $184.95) from Harley-Davidson Genuine Motor Accessories. These heavy-duty shocks and springs are tuned for the touring rider carrying the weight of a passenger or loaded saddlebags. The shock length and spring rate have been engineered to maintain the original-equipment seat height. The chrome-bodied shocks feature adjustable preload for a comfortable, controlled ride. The Two-Up Low Rear Shock Kit fits 2007-later XL883L and XL1200N Nightster models. For additional information on Harley-Davidson Genuine Motor Accessories, see your local Harley-Davidson dealer or visit the Harley-Davidson Web site at www.harley-davidson.com. To find a dealer near you, call toll free 1-800-443-2153 in the U.S.A. or Canada. UP TO 100 MPH, 80MPG AND BUILT BY GRAY-HAIRED ENGINEERS– A DIESEL–Ex-Harley staffers go full-throttle with their idea of fun.They call themselves the Gray Eagles, a group of senior engineers who would rather build motorcycles than play golf. In a small, modest workshop in the Menomonee Valley, the Gray Eagles have built a powerful street bike that looks like a Harley-Davidson, kind of sounds like one, but has a diesel engine. The motorcycle was developed over the past several years as a demonstration of engine technology for the U.S. military. With a little luck, it could become the nation’s first turbocharged, diesel-powered bike aimed at riders wanting something different. The bike could easily top 100 mph and get about 80 miles per gallon of fuel at normal highway speeds. Harley-Davidson officials have looked at the bike three times, perhaps because several of the Gray Eagles are former Harley engineers and executives. Nick Hirsch, head of the project, was Harley’s director of advanced engineering for about nine years. Now he is president of Advanced Engines Development Corp., a small Milwaukee firm that has developed engines for the military. Karl Nilson, another Gray Eagle, was a Harley engineer involved in a secret project to produce a sophisticated motorcycle that would have been years ahead of its time. Called the “Nova project,” it sputtered to a halt in the early 1980s when Harley teetered on the edge of bankruptcy. Dave Caruso, another Gray Eagle, was a Harley executive and now serves as a consultant to the motorcycle company. Don Kueny was chief engineer at the former Outboard Marine Corp., the maker of Johnson and Evinrude outboard engines. All together, the Gray Eagles have decades of high-level engineering and business experience.Nilson has a more humble description of the group. “We are just a bunch of old guys with a common background. Gear heads is the term you might call us,” he said. The diesel-powered motorcycle is a prototype based on a Harley 1988-vintage FXRS chassis and a V-twin gasoline engine converted to run on diesel fuel. “This is our first cut at it. We can improve the performance to where it’s better than a stock gasoline engine,” Hirsch said. The project started as an experiment meant to show the military the potential of a V-twin diesel. It has morphed into something that might attract a motorcycle manufacturer wanting to offer an alternative in an industry that’s based on gasoline engines. “There’s going to be a niche for diesel bikes. I would be very surprised if the Japanese aren’t working on them now,” Nilson said. –By RICK BARRETT, journalsentinel –from Barry Cooney RENEGADE GRAND OPENING– We are having a grand opening party for our new studio “Renegade Studios” Home of Renegade Biker Magazine and Scharf Designs! Would love it if you could attend! There will be free beer, food, live music with the Kings of Hell, old skool cars & bikes, Hot babes & more! Friday March 7th party stars at 3:00pm. Please find attached a copy of our flyer, I would appreciate it if you could post it on your site, I usually get a few inquires every time you post something for us. –Scharf PS: I’m running in this issue your “World’s fastest Pan” article! ROGUE’S BROTHER HOSPITALIZED– My brother Bill Herlihy is presently in a Florida Hospital Intensive Care Unit.He has a very serious case of pneumonia which is due to complications from the recent Cancer removal from his lung at Tampa Florida Veterans Hospital.He is improving but not out of danger yet. Our family would appreciate your prayers for his recovery. You will notice that I have not mentioned the specific hospital as he is not allowed visitors and the hospital has requested we ask people not to call and tie up their phone. They will also not release information about his condition to anyone one but me. I will do my best to keep everyone informed and when he is well enough to have visitors let everyone know the details. I will be visiting him daily so that means I may not be as readily to some of you as I normally am.Please share this information with others that would be interested.Thank You –Rogue Continued On Page 4
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February 14, 2008 Part 2
By Bandit |
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HAMSTER SHERIFF CHECKS IN–Where to find me in 2008:
Daytona Beach 3-12 March
Viva Las Vegas 8-17 April
Hawaii/LA 16-30 October
And maybe somewhere else
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POLICE SEEK VOLUNTARY DNA SAMPLES DURING ARRESTS– February 08, 2008DAYTONA BEACH — If you’re driving down the road drunk and stopped by a police officer here and get arrested, you may be asked to do more than blow into a breathalyzer machine.Police will also want your DNA.
The same thing could happen if you’re arrested for trespassing, littering, indecent exposure or any other crime that prompts a cop to slap a pair of handcuffs on you.
Because starting soon, if someone is arrested by Daytona Beach or several other police agencies, officers will ask suspects whether they would like to give a DNA sample.
The Public Defender’s Office says the lines between voluntarily giving DNA and believing it’s required by law when you’re under arrest are easily blurred.Daytona Beach Police Chief Mike Chitwood, however, is determined.
“We’re going to be swabbing people we arrest,” Chitwood said, referring to the method police will use to obtain voluntary DNA samples from people. “It (the process) will follow all the legal requirements for it to stand up in court.”
Chitwood said he’s anxious to establish a strong DNA database. It would serve police in the case of a serial killer who has murdered four women and in all cases, the chief said.
In their quest for DNA and a suspect in the serial murders, Daytona Beach investigators could literally end up knocking on someone’s door if they receive a legitimate tip about a suspicious person, Chitwood said. Detectives could ask that person to voluntarily give a DNA sample.
If the person refuses and detectives believe there is probable cause, police could obtain a warrant, or employ other investigative tactics, Chitwood said.In the last several weeks, tipsters have called in with the names of dozens of people they believe could be the serial killer, the chief said.
“We have looked at a lot of people,” Chitwood said. “We’ve had some really good information.”
Two weeks ago, Deputy Police Chief Steve Beres sent several police agencies in the area an e-mail asking them to participate in the new initiative and ask for DNA samples from people they arrest in their respective cities.
“After discussion with profilers, there is a good possibility that law enforcement has, or will come in contact with the suspect in the homicides,” Beres wrote in his e-mail message.Most police officials said they would participate in the push but would first consult their legal departments before starting the effort.
“We’ll help Daytona in any way we can,” Daytona Beach Shores Public Safety Director Stephan Dembinsky said.Attached to Beres’ e-mail was a “permission to search” form developed by police and the State Attorney’s Office. Officers are supposed to present the form when requesting DNA.
But regardless of whether people who are arrested allow officers to swab the inside of their cheeks, the plan sounds outrageous to Public Defender James Purdy.
Purdy said the stress brought on by an arrest can cloud a person’s ability to distinguish between a requirement by law and a request by an officer.
“The Legislature states that DNA can only be collected for certain violent offenses,” an angry Purdy said Thursday. “If you’re arrested for drunk driving, do you want to have your DNA on file?”We’re going beyond the invasion of personal liberty,” he said.The perception by most people is that if they don’t voluntarily surrender their DNA to police — or anything else they may ask for — they could get treated differently by an officer, Purdy said.
“If someone refuses to give their DNA, that does not mean they’ve done something,” he said. “Your right to privacy is more important than the government’s need to know.
“I would not give it (DNA) myself,” he said.
— By LYDA LONGA
–Rogue
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S&S ANNOUNCES CELEBRITY BUILDER RIVERBOAT CRUISES AND HEADLINER CONCERTS FOR S&S 50TH ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION– LA CROSSE, WI (February 6, 2008) S&S Cycle? announces the confirmed Celebrity Builder Cruise schedule and bands for the June 27th – 29th 50th Anniversary Celebration.
Though there are many exciting events planned for the S&S 50th Anniversary celebration, perhaps the most unique are our Celebrity Builder cruises. Each cruise will feature two of our 50th Build-Off contestants in a fun and casual atmosphere ready to answer your questions, sign an autograph, or just talk bikes.
The La Crosse Queen and Julia Belle Swain are authentic modern day replicas of the Grand River boats that were common on the Mississippi River in the late 19th century. Several types of cruises are available including breakfast, lunch, cocktail and dinner cruises. Pick your favorite builder and join them for this once in a lifetime experience. Schedules are available at “If 50 of the top custom builders in the world in one place at one time isn’t enough, I’m sure the scenic rides, great bands, fabulous food and wonderful local hospitality will give everybody something to remember”, said S&S Events Supervisor James Simonelli. Several local favorite classic rock bands including Flashback and The Remainders will also be featured at the Oktoberfest grounds. Another great local band–with two S&S employees in it–The Headbolts Band, will perform over the weekend also. You can find out about all of the events and happenings for the S&S 50th Anniversary Celebration at BILL HAYES MEETS JJ SOLARI–Two world renown writers expressing their mutual admiration for each other’s work… Okay…the JJ book is up on my eBay store ( Bill “Press” Hayes HAVE BREAKFAST WITH YOUR FAVORITE BUILDER–This year the Builders will mingle during the meal, so you can have breakfast with your favorite builder. Arlen confirmed his attendance but Cory may not make it to Daytona. Vinnie and Cody, former OCC guys will join the Builders Breakfast in Daytona! Darcy Betlach DERRINGER CYCLES BUILDS COPPER BIKE– Great speaking with you the other day. I’ll keep you updated on interesting projects as they come along. I’m doing a copper plated bike right now, and I just did a trike. Bicycle trikes tend to have a geriatric connotation so I did this one all in black with low bars and fat tires, it has the obligatory basket as well, but this basket is only designed to hold a box of Jack Daniels. One for the kids. –Adrian NOTES FROM THE BIKERNET MARRIAGE COUNSELOR– Bob works hard at the warehouse and spends two nights each week bowling and plays golf every Saturday. His wife thinks he’s pushing himself too hard, so for his birthday she takes him to a local strip club. The doorman at the club greets them and says, “Hey, Bob! How ya doin?” His wife is puzzled and asks if he’s been to this club before. “Oh no,” says Bob. “He’s on my bowling team.” When they are seated, a waitress asks Bob if he’d like his usual and brings over a Budweiser. His wife is becoming increasingly uncomfortable and says, “How did she know that you drink Budweiser?” “I recognize her, she’s the waitress from the golf club. I always have a Bud at the end of the 1st nine, honey.” A stripper then comes over to their table, throws her arms around Bob starts to rub herself all over him and says, “Hi Bobby. Want your usual table dance, big boy?” Bob’s wife, now furious, grabs her purse and storms out of the club. Bob follows and spots her getting into a cab. Before she can slam the door, he jumps in beside her. Bob tries desperately to explain how the stripper must have mistaken him for someone else, but his wife is having none of it. She is screaming at him at the top of her lungs, calling him every four-letter word in the book. The cabby turns around and says, “Geez Bob, you picked up a real bitch this time.” –from Bob Sofford SAVE THE DATE J&P CYCLE 29TH ANNIVERSARY OPEN HOUSE–June 28, 2008 (8am-5pm)–SAVE THE DATE NOW!! June 28th is the date set for J&P Cycles 29th Annual Open House Celebration! This huge one day event hosted over 11,000 people last year from as far away as Canada! J&P Cycles Open House started out as a small Customer Appreciation day held by J&P owners John and Jill Parham to thank their customers for their business throughout the year. Now, as the world’s largest aftermarket retailer of parts and accessories for Harley-Davidson, V-Twin Metric Cruiser and Sport Bikes, J&P’s small event has become the largest one-day motorcycle event in the midwest. It is also one of the only events in the country (excluding major rallies) that includes displays from over 60 of the industry’s leading manufacturers. Fortunately, as the event has grown, the overall theme has not changed. J&P still holds the free event each June at their headquarters in Anamosa, IA, and they invite YOU to make the trip to to join in their motorcycle celebration! The event will take place at the company’s headquarters, 1 mile north of Anamosa, IA, just off U.S. Highway 151, from 8am to 5pm on June 28th. Be sure to join them for a fantastic day of family motorcycle fun! Some of the great motorcycle events taking place throughout the day at J&P include : In addition to these events, you’ll also save big throughout the day on J&P Cycles enormous inventory of parts and accessories. As always, most products in J&P ‘s giant showroom will be 10% off (Up to 15% for Gold Club Members) and a portion of their one-acre warehouse will be devoted to drastically reduced clearance items. J&P Cycles Showroom Semi will be on display featuring some of their coolest products and you can win part of over $4000 in door prizes! Plus, sign up for your chance to win the 2008 J&PCycles/Easyriders Build-A-Bike Sweepstakes Bike! Motel accommodations are available in Anamosa at the Super-8 Motel and Campers can pitch a tent or park their RV at Wapsipinicon State Park, just minutes from J&P, in Anamosa. More accommodations are available in Cedar Rapids, IA which is just 20 minutes away. For additional details on the 29th Annual J&P Cycles Open House, check out our website at WWW.JPCYCLES.COM. S&S ANNOUNCES T?V APPROVAL ON EURO III T-SERIES ENGINES AND T?V CARBURETOR APPROVAL– LA CROSSE, WI (February 11, 2008) S&S Cycle announces the successful approval of a T?V closed loop fuel-injected T-Series EURO III engine program. The S&S T124 engine meets the current EURO III noise and exhaust emission standards and is certified for use in 2002-2006 Harley-Davidson touring motorcycles. The S&S T124 will be offered in natural, back, and polished finishes to our European customers. Each engine will include an S&S VFI system, closed loop air/fuel ratio control, single bore throttle body, Teardrop air cleaner, and the necessary T?V documentation for the engine. Installation of the engine will require adding oxygen sensors to the stock header pipes and the use of stock 2007 mufflers to meet EURO III emissions. The engines will be available in March 2008. Director of Business Development Michael Scaletta said “Getting the T-Series certified to EURO III emissions is a big deal to us. It allows our European customers to continue to use the best air-cooled pushrod v-twin’s in the world, period the end.” S&S has also just received T?V approval on Super E carburetor kits as replacement components for 1984-2006 Harley-Davidson big twins and 1986-2003 Sportster models. The carburetor kits include an S&S manifold, Super E carburetor, Teardrop air cleaner, and T?V documentation. These kits will also be available in March 2008. Please visit SEARCH FOR BURLEY BARS–Satan Choppers on Oahu- Im looking for White Brothers, Maker of Burley Bars and EZ Clutch, any help would be great. Mahalo in Advance. Didn’t get to thank you congrat you before but excellent bobber bike you built last year. Drooling still about it. –Adam Gelbard WOMEN RIDERS HAVE A NEW WEBSITE TO CHECK OUT– Minneapolis, MN- The launch of www.garage-girls.com was well received by female motorcycle enthusiasts around the world. The new site created and maintained by Sara Liberte and Jody Perewitz presents motorcycling and everything that goes along with it from a female perspective. www.garage-girls.com is a unique, exciting new website developed to meet the growing needs of women seeking information about motorcycles and their maintenance. “Women are buying more motorcycles now than ever before. Along with owning the bike, many also want to know how to perform general maintenance, connect with other female riders about issues important to them and their everyday life. The site was created to meet their needs” explained founder Sara Liberte. The concept driving Garage-girls.com is to encourage women to maintain a balance between their motorcycle and body. Garage-girls accomplishes this by providing quality content covering topics including demonstration videos focused on motorcycle maintenance ranging anywhere from changing fluids, battery care, tire care, tool information, new product testing and ways to individualize/customize motorcycles. You’ll also find information on keeping up with a healthy lifestyle, from exercise to recipes to overall health info, beauty products, fashion, and general interests such as movies, books and music. On the site you’ll also find Cruisin’ Companions. In this section visitors are encouraged upload a photo of their adorable pet to share with other garage-girl guests. This section of the site is dedicate to raising awareness for Animal Friends, a non-profit organization that relies on community support to help find homes for pets in need. “Motorcycling is second nature to me, being raised in the industry I sometimes forget it can be a bit overwhelming and confusing. Garage-girls takes all of the information so many female riders want and breaks it down into pieces that are easy to understand and digest” stated Jody Perewitz, co-Founder of the new site. Sara and Jody both have spent a significant time working and playing with bikes resulting in real life experience in the motorcycle industry. Sara and Jody each work full-time in the motorcycle industry and regularly tour nationally attending events, presenting information at dealerships to female customers or participating in charitable causes deeply rooted in the motorcycle industry.This spring you will see Sara and Jody out on the road participating in a few bike builds at live events in the Northeast and also presenting at the 105th Harley-Davidson Reunion in Milwaukee, WI later this summer. Sara Liberte is the Owner/Operator of RT’s North Hills Cycle Inc. in Pittsburgh, PA. Sara spends her days designing custom motorcycles along with one of a kind paint jobs. Sara also manages the parts and service department at her shop. When not at the shop, Sara spends her time writing and taking photography. Sara authored the book “How To Repair and Maintain American V-Twin Motorcycles” published by Motorbooks International, writes for several motorcycle publications and produces one of a kind photography seen in major magazines all over the world. Jody Perewitz is the Marketing Coordinator for Perewitz Cycle Fab. In Bridgewater, Mass. Growing up daughter to icon motorcycle builder Dave Perewitz, Jody has been surrounded by motorcycles her whole life. She co-authored the book “Dave Perewitz, Chopper Master and King of Flames”, published by Motorbooks International. When not overseeing the marketing efforts at Perewitz Cycle Fab, Jody created and regularly writes for the Perewitz shop blog To find out more about the website and what it offers please visit: Continued On Page 3
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Motorcycle rodeo
Ride-in bike show
Free food and drink
DJ music
Dyno Run
Road Hazard’s Extreme Team motorcycle stunt show
“Ride Like a Pro” Skill Riding demonstrations
Photographer on hand to help you capture your group / family in a motorcycle memory
Local massage therapist College will be on hand to work out those tired muscles from your long ride
Silent auction will once again be held to benefit the National Motorcycle Museum
Special child activities planned just for the kids, so bring the whole family!
Attendees can talk with representatives from over 60 of the industry’s leading manufacturers including semi displays from: Bikers Choice, Drag Specialties, Kuryakyn, Parts Unlimited, SuperTrapp and Vance & Hines. Displays will also be set up for manufacturers including Arlen Ness, Custom Chrome, Memphis Shades, S&S Cycle, Performance Machine and many, many more.
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February 14, 2008 Part 1
By Bandit |
Hey,
I’m at a loss today. I woke up a 4:30 a.m. with a pounding earache, and I thought for sure I had this cold under control. Half the biker world is headed to Indy and the other half are checking their bags and packing for Daytona.
The show must go on, while I pour 60 wt. Amsoil into my ear canal and hammer at the news. It’s going to be a good one. Then I’ll report our projects or crawl back in bed and drink Brandy and tea. What do you suggest?
SEMINOLE ROADHOUSE TO HOST TATTOO SHOW NEW MOTORCYCLE–Love Hate Choppers (LHC) will make its first public debut at Daytona Bike Week under the tent sponsored by The Seminole Hard Rock outside the Dog House Bar & Grill located at 601 Main Street, Daytona Beach, Florida, February 29-March 9, 2008
Love Hate Choppers is a dream collaboration between world-renowned tattoo artist, Ami James and master bike builder, Marlowe B.
Love Hate Choppers blends exquisite classic design, hard-core styling, fine craftsmanship with cutting edge performance. Together this talented duo is producing the sickest, one-of-a-kind, handcrafted choppers ever fabricated that will withstand the toughest rider.
Other legendary master builders displaying bikes at this year’s Seminole Hard Rock Road House Tour include: Brooklyn’s Paul Cox, Russell Mitchell from Exile Cycles and Choppers Inc. founder Billy Lane. All these builders plan to unveil something new.
Additional information can be found, on the official website:http://www.LoveHateChoppers.com/
–Chet (OEP) Burozski
BODY FOUND IN BIKERNET TRIANGLE PARK IN WILMINGTON, CALIFORNIA– Today State police found an unidentified man’s body in a park nearby. They describe him as having a Beer Belly, Saggy Balls, Wrinkly Ass and a SmallDick. I was just checking to make sure You’re okay.
–Dean
BIKERNETMETRIC.COM BEGINNING TO ROLL–1. We’ll post the Italian Bike Fest in the Events section with a teaser in the news –Bob Osias PRIMO SLIMLINE SUPER NARROW OPEN BELT DRIVE TEST– We took off 1 1/2″ of of our 1 3/4″ 11mm Polychain super belt leaving just a 1/4″ of belt to see how much power it would take. Did it pass? Oh yeah!! –Ben Kudon BIKERNET RUSSIAN CONNECTION–We should like to ask you post our links on MOTORCYCLE WEB LINKS for part Biker News.Our information portals publish news in Russian and English :http://www.BikerNews.ru – information for bikers, MC life and events, bikes and technical advice. Can you have interest for taking part with us in our actions. Our action The Two wheels – One road, (motorcycle life reflected in photos). –Sergey. BAKER TURNS JUST TEN YEARS OLD– BAKER Turns 10 Years old at Daytona Bike Week and we’re gonna do something about it! Thursday, March 6 at 8pm | Party @ The Broken Spoke Saloon!!! Yes, it’s true. It’s been only 10 years. We’re still a prepubescent. 1. Since Bert’s 1994 FLSTN was stolen during Daytona Bike Week. (Actually, this has been 11 years.) Now let’s party about it! If you’re in Daytona, we’d love to see you there! Please share this message with everyone far and wide with all the means you have at your disposal – especially my buds working the Internet realm. I know I totally missed the presses to get ink on this. Cincy got in the way. Anyway, this help would be very much appreciated. I’m a graphic designer, not a great organizer of people. That’s why I have an attached PDF for you to pass along if you please. Thanks! –//Scout AMSOIL FOR YOUR HARLEY–AMSOIL Synthetic 10W-40 and 20W-50 motorcycle oils give motorcyclists what they need: Superior wear protection for high- stress motorcycle engines and transmissions that stay clean and deposit-free. SAE 20W-50 Synthetic Motorcycle Oil (MCV) AMSOIL Synthetic Motorcycle Oils have been reformulated with new high performance additive technology that provides even greater multi-functional benefits for the special requirements of motorcycle applications. These independent and exclusive new AMSOIL formulations provide second-to-none viscosity protection for hot-running American and foreign motorcycle engines, transmissions and primary chaincases. Performance specifications include: API SG, SL/CF; JASO MA/MA-2; API GL-1 Package sizes include: APPLICATIONSAMSOIL Synthetic 20W-50 Motorcycle Oil is recommended for air or liquid cooled 4-stroke engines. It meets SAE 90, API GL-1 gear oil requirements and is recommended for transmissions and primary chaincases. AMSOIL MCV is recommended for Harley Davidson?, Buell?, Victory?, Ducati?, Aprilia?, BMW?, Triumph? and other motorcycles where 15W-50 or 20W-50 engine oils or SAE 90, GL-1 gear oils are used. Not recommended for shaft drive hypoid gears or where an API GL-4 or GL-5 gear oil is required. MIXING AMSOIL S&S ANNOUNCES CONTINUED MAC TOOLS AGREEMENT– LA CROSSE, WI (February 7, 2008) S&S? Cycle announces continued collaboration between S&S and MAC Tools. S&S and MAC Tools have had a great relationship over the past three years and are proud to announce that it will continue through 2009. Through this relationship the S&S Training and Certification Center, S&S Product Development Department and the S&S Remanufacturing Department have been fully equipped with MAC Tools. Each student that attends the S&S Sidewinder or VFI Training gets first-hand experience working with MAC Tools and sees just how extensive the Mac Tools line-up really is. BREW HITS CINCY AND ER SHOWS–Cincy was cool, mood was very optimistic.Been very busy! Many old Triumphs, a pan, 1961 Berlin scooter and my wife’s new 45 flatty I’m building her.Took the Magnum to the Charlotte Easyrider show. Several loved it, but I was told not enough chrome, needs fancy paint and no one understands the Magnum. I even had a 20″ x 32″ sign pointing out all the work on the engine.Glad you liked it! Let me know anyway I can help you!Thanks again and for bikernet, –Brew WHEELER INDUSTRIES EXPANDS SALES AND MARKETING TEAM– New Team to Package Performance Products into one Offering . San Jose, Calif. February 8, 2008: Wheeler Industries, llc today announced that they will be expanding its sales and marketing team to represent additional high performance companies. The companies and products that are to be targeted will compliment the other products for a first time performance package. Products will include engine manufactures, transmissions, clutches and even wheels and tires. “There are performance packages for motors including carburetors or cams that are proven to work in harmony together, said Ray C. Wheeler, president of Wheeler Industries. “We are taking it one giant step further and packing components that will create a complete bike–with a pure performance objective.” Wheeler Industries has over 45 years of combined sales and marketing experience. Their specialties include sales channel development from distribution to dealers and even direct to the customer. They also have an extensive marketing and public relations background which has played an important role in supporting the overall sales efforts. The combined products, which will be offered and marketed individually as well as a whole, will be brought to nationwide events in 2008, focusing minimally on the top 17 trade shows and rallies including Sturgis, Bike Week, Hollister, Laughlin, and many more. Wheeler Industries will leverage their long-term relationships ensuring that the said package and components will be included in top tier distribution and reseller catalogs. Beyond sales channel development and national marketing, Wheeler Industries PR package will include for its clients, regular press release, product announcements in target publications, media relations, review programs and much more. “I have found that a strategic marketing and media support has greatly increased out success with the sales channel,” stated Wheeler. “From pushing this information to distributors and dealers alike and to educated the customer, all players stand to gain. The customer too will get a tried and true package ensuring the best in performance products–not for the weak at heart.” Currently W8Lessrotors is on board with high performance composite brake rotors. Four other companies including a well know belt drive company, motor manufacturer, transmission company and throttle body manufacturer are currently in discussions, with other companies soon to follow. Any performance companies, manufactured in the USA, interested in speaking with Wheeler Industries regarding their involvement in the sales and marketing package can contact Wheeler Industries direct. Only the best products on the market will be considered and no duplicate technologies and products will be accepted, eliminating any and all conflict of business interest. For more information, please contact Wheeler Industries llc. at www.w8lessrotors.com or by calling 831-594-7783. DARWIN MOTORCYCLS SIGNS WITH PEIRSPEED TO SET UP DEALER NETWORK– People regularly ask us “are there dealers in my area where I can see and sit on a bike in person?” After two years of research, listening to what our customers want and personally addressing those requests, we have teamed with Peirspeed, a Cobra Powersports company. Cobra Powersports has a professional team of sales, marketing, parts and service personnel to handle the expansion of the Brass Balls Bobber brand. The Brass Balls Bobbers will be sold exclusively through a new network of Brass Balls Bobber dealerships currently being selected. Peirspeed expects to award 2 to 3 new Brass Balls Bobber dealerships each month with a total of just over 20 being selecting during the first phase of the product distribution plan. Bikes still start at $16,995 and you can build yours on-line at BrassBallsBobbers.com Note: Our website is being updated with new options for the “build your bike” feature. Check back in coming weeks. Bike of the Month – January ’08This bike belonging to David Wilson is a great example for thoughs of you who prefer the oh so smooth ride of a softail, and yet still want a cool, unique ride. This Brass Balls Bobber “Digger” is for SSgt Damon Fairchild. He is currently serving in Iraq and is expected home soon. We solute him and look forward to his safe return. We will bring you photos of his bike when completed. Exciting news will soon to be announced about a very cool partnership between an innovative industry magazine IRON WORKS AND BIKERNET.COM and Brass Balls Bobbers in which the public will benefit. Build it your way. Have us help. Be Unique! –Dar Holdsworth BIKERNET TRIUMPH OF THE WEEK– This bike originally came from a shop in NJ called TT Cycles. That is all they do as well. Their website is Dennis the owner and Steve the motor guy are great guys too. –Frank IT’S-A-BLAST CONVERSION KIT–Designed to give the full custom look to any unsightly Buell Blast. Face it, they are kind of fun but who wants to be seen on one, right? This arch back bone frame kit uses the engine as a stressed member and allows the use of stock drivetrain, front end, wheels, tires, brakes, drive belt, pulley, coil, regulator, handle bars, controls and kickstand, just about everything. Kit includes frame, oil tank, gas tank, foot control mounts, and seat pan. Just add paint, pipe, pegs and air cleaner. $2995.00 MC ADVANTAGES DISTRIBUTES CRANE CAMS–MC Advantages is pleased to announce an agreement to distribute Crane Cams products beginning in the 2008 MC Advantages catalog. “We’re glad to offer such a well-know brand of performance product to our customers,” said Kent Reed, General Manager of MC Advantages. “Crane’s cams, ignitions and other products help us to round out a growing line of the most unique parts in the V-Twin industry,” he noted. The Crane Cam lineup includes a complete line of cams, tappets, pushrods and rockers as well as the industry staple HI-4 ignitions for V-Twin engines. MC Advantages is a distributor of high-performance V-Twin parts based in Grimes, Iowa, serving dealers in the U.S. and abroad. MC Advantages distributes many brands including: S&S? Cycle, Martin Bros.?, Spyke?, Stampede?, Prowler?, Bulletpr?f?, D&M Custom Cycle, Jims?, Dynatek?, Compu-Fire?, Crane Cams?, Hooker? and many more. Adam Roorda RUSSELL MITCHELL PRODUCES A MONSTER SET OF PIPES–Now available, all new, Exile Monster Pipes designed by Russell Mitchell for late modelHarley-Davidson Softails North Hollywood, CA: Russell has been hard at work designing and testing all new Exile pipes for Softails. These huge, new 2-INCH Monster Pipes have been a signature component on every Exile Cycle for over a decade. After thousands of requests, they are now finally available for your 1986, 2008 Harley-Davidson Softail models. “I attend shows all over the country and world that is the one product request that is always asked of me and Exile time and time again. I love it when customers know exactly what they want,” said Russell. Offered in two styles, Monster Drag Pipes and Monster Shotgun Pipes, feature heavy 16 gauge steel tubing and a finish that is truly show worthy. The 1 _-INCH header pipe continues inside the true outer body maximizing the scavenging pressure, resulting in significant performance gains. This double layer construction also helps resist discoloration. Each set includes removable louvered-core baffles with polished billet end-tips, and all the necessary brackets and hardware. The Exile logo is carved into each pipe so everyone will know you?re running the real deal! Exile Monster Pipes are priced at $599 and are available exclusively through Drag Specialties or direct from Exile Cycles. Exile also offers their combo? deal one front pipe and both styles of rear pipe for $799 allowing you to switch up the look of your ride for very little extra cash! For more information call Exile Cycles on (818) 255-3330 or visit: CALIFORNIA HELMET COURT CASE BUILDING– There was a Court Hearing today in Santa Cruz. It’s the lawsuit against the CHP (Civil Court) that was filed by motorcycle riders because the police are enforcing the helmet law improperly. The CHP’s attorney, the Attorney General of California (AG), filed a request (MSJ) that the court give the win to the CHP, because they claim there’s enough proof that the CHP will win after the trial, so “why have a trial?” The Judge denied the MSJ and disagreed with the AG. WE win again. In fact, the Judge disagreed with the CHP (AG) so strongly, that he hinted that the CHP might lose the case in the long run. So, we have some paperwork to file with the court ASAP. We are hoping the Judge actually signs an Injunction against enforcement. In other words, orders the police to quit enforcing the helmet law. What do you need to do? Right now, make an effort to contact everybody you know (and everybody they know) to get information to me about any helmet ticket you can find. The more unapproved helmet tickets you can show the Judge, the more likely he is to see that they have been writing tickets when they shouldn’t have. Take a picture of the helmet if you can, but most importantly get the info about that ticket emailed to me ASAP. A copy of the ticket would be the best. A “goldmine.” We’ve been telling you for months that this will, very likely, take the helmet law out completely. You have not been this close to getting rid of the helmet law since it was written into the lawbooks in 1992. Make this your personal goal; Find any and every helmet ticket written since 1996, the Easyriders Federal Court Decision. Every person you find that was ticketed for a helmet violation is another nail in the coffin of the helmet law. Now go find ’em; We know they’re out there. Get back to me. –PAN Continued On Page 2
2. Indy show report volume 1 from Jeff- top 10 new 2008 products
3. Preview on the new “Hell Rider” Quentin Tarantino produced movie
4. A tech piece I’ll write on the Dynojet Power Commander
5. Bike feature on an over the top Vulcan 1500 that looks like an Indian made out of copper,
6. Biker Brackets Big Boar Air Ride Kit
7. Other press releases from Jeff, MR. HORSEPOWER, Najar
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2. Since Lisa talked Bert into taking the insurance money and building a new bike instead of buying a new one
3. Since Bert built this new, replacement bike and the thing shaking like a jackhammer on the highway
4. Since Bert taking his General Motors Senior Transmission Engineering wisdom and creating a 6-Speed for it
5. Since Bert and Lisa decided to base a company on such transmission mastery
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February 7, 2008 Part 3
By Bandit |
Continued From Page 2
PARTY WITH THE DUBLIN MOB–Daddy told us, “Boys find something your good at and become the best,” so we found the nearest bar and became World Renound Professionals. Come join us for what we do best, throw a great party (and our chops ain’t half bad either). Sun March 9th Dublin Mob’ s PADDY RIDE & BBQ is back!
As usual the music is 1st rate The Farmers (san diego legends) The Downs Family (true Irish punk rock) & Deere Johns (honkeytonk rockabilly)
San Diego’ got our back with the best sponsors Hodads (the finest burgers in THE WORLD) Undisputed fitness & training club, Motorcult, Innes clothing, & Hooleys Irish Pub Ride 9-11 am (LEAVES at 9 sharp, be early) Rock Show & BBQ 12-5
Come bring the fam and join ours, leave the shity attitude at home. RIDE YOUR CHOP ROD OR CUSTOM !!
see ya there
— Slainte DMC
DIRECT FROM THE CHURCH OF BIKERNET–The night before her wedding, the bride-to-be talked with her mother. “Mom,” she said, “I want you to teach me how to make my new husband happy.”
The mother took a deep breath and began, “When two people love, honor, and respect each other, love can be a very beautiful thing…”
“I know how to fuck, mother,” the bride-to-be interrupted.
“I want you to teach me your lasagna recipe.”
–from Buckshot
THE 3RD OLD SCHOOL BIKER RODEO– Party in the Pasture A NOT FOR PROFIT EVENT BENEFITING DISABLED VETERANS, May 9-10-11th, 2008,
27151 Soult Rd.
Brooksville,Fl 34602
WWW.SCOOTERGOODS.COM
ONLY $10 Bucks at the gate.
FREE camping all weekend!
Live Music / Vendors /
Bike Games (Plaque Awards)
Our World Famous Adult Games (Cash Prizes)
Wet-T, Pole Dancin?, Screamin Orgasm, Sex Symbol & Much More
1st Miss Party in the Pasture Contest (By Ballot)
$1 DRAFTS, Coolers Welcome, Campfires Allowed,
Adults Only
NO ONE UNDER 18 ALLOWED/// NO GLASS PLEASE /// CANS ONLY
Presented By J.O. Batten Bull-It Rodeo Scootergoods Magazine, www.scootergoods.com & The Chickenman
Over $10,000.00 was donated to Disabled Vets from the last Rodeo
–DonV
Owner-Editor Scootergoods Magazine
www.scootergoods.com
GG SPROTER: REVOLUTIONIZING BRAKE TECHNOLOGY– Here’s something new, really new and very, very cool. Georges’s Garage has developed an ingenious brake sprocket system that is quite literally going to revolutionize the way we look at and deal with custom brake components.
The new SPROTER, offers builders a number of unique and extremely user friendly features. First the new set up allows you to mount the brake and sprocket components on either the right or left side of the bike.
Even more exciting is, the brake unit is a true split design and you know what that means. That’s right YOU CAN CHANGE THE PADS WITHOUT REMOVING THE WHEEL! Now that’s a first and certain to shake things up.
Each SPROTER caliper is CNC machined from the finest quality T6061 billet aluminum and finished in either black anodized or flawless chrome.
They are also fit with state of the art pads for silent, reliable braking performance. SPROTER sprockets are precision machined from stainless steel, Blanchard ground then final CNC machined for a straightforward, precision fit. It is currently available in 48 tooth pattern for use with 530 chains.
100% MADE IN THE USA, the new SPROTER from George’s Garage retails for just $799.95 and comes with weld-on mounting tabs.
Call George’s Garage direct at 909-843-7043 or North County Customs at 714-680-3543.
www.georges-garage.com
ILLUSIONS NEWS PROJECT–This is a rigid we are finishing for a customer. 240×18 Avon rear tire, 21×2.15 front wheel with avon tire, black hubs and rims by Ride Right (80 spoke), Exile rear sprotor, Yaffe monkey bars 15″, Billet headlight, Paughco 39mm triple trees, Mid west lower legs, H-D front rotor, hand made risers welded to handlebars, PM mid controls and primary drive, 120 JIMS motor, 5 spd H-D tranny, S&S G carb, Speedline air cleaner, Yaffe modified gas tank, frame from Yaffe, Mid west oil tank, seat shocks, 10-gauge steel seat pan with Illusion logo hand tooled in, Yaffe x-pipes.
We are still completing the build on this one. Should be done in a week or so.
–Rusty coones
illusionoc@gmail.com
NEW BOOK, DOG SOLDIERS MC RECOMMENDED– Bandit! You got to read this guys book! DOG SOLDIERS MC It shows the lifestyle in different light and this guy is the real thing.Great writing and terrific action. You feel the wind in your hair!
–Serpent Rider
PS: I know the author too, rode with him for years got no complaints.
ROLAND SANDS DESIGNS’ “VENTURI” AIR CLEANER DELIVERES STYLE AND HORSEPOWER — October 26, 2007 (La Palma, Calif.) – Roland Sands Design delivers horsepower and style with their new “Venturi”Air Cleaner. “Venturi” means air flow acceleration, and the RSD performance accessory will deliver just that, which means added horsepower for your bike. Available in RSD’s exclusive Contrast CutTM and brilliant chrome finish, the bolt on system utilizes an internal high-flow K&N filter shielded behind a stylish stainless steel racing mesh.
The CNC machined backing plate features internal breathers with no exposed hardware for a clean look that enhances air flow through the carburetor or throttle body. The “Venturi” Air Cleaner is available for Big Twin Engines with stock CV carburetors as well as EFI Softail, Dyna Glide and FLT models and for bikes running S&S carburetors.
Retail pricing is $399.95 for the Contrast CutTM and Chrome finishes. The system is manufactured by Performance Machine and available now through your local Drag Specialties dealer. Visit www.rolandsands.com for more information and to see the complete line up of RSD product.
POLISHER REACHES OUT–polishing available here ay PITONIAK CYCLE, call for prices 413-323-7772 .
http://www.pitoniakcycle.com
CHARLIE BRECHTEL THROWS A PARTY– Your Invited to a Party.
Date: February 23rd, 2008
Time: 2pm
Location: Black Creek Park ~ Copperopolis, CA
We are celebrating Sabrina’s 31st birthday, our wedding reception and our 3rd year anniversary for Bikers Inner Circleall in one.
Come party we will be showcasing bikes, live music from the Charlie Brechtel Band with special guests sitting in, playing poker, dancing and just parting all the way around.
All you have to do is help with the alcohol.(a lot of jack daniels)
Please RSVP..Hope ya?all can come!
209-785-9422 or 209-479-1860
THE GOOD HUSBAND CLASS FROM BIKERNET– Jack wakes up with a huge hangover after attending his company’s Party. Jack is not normally a drinker, but the drinks didn’t taste like alcohol at all. He didn’t even remember how he got home from the party. As bad as he was feeling, he wondered if he did something wrong.
Jack had to force himself to open his eyes, and the first thing he sees is a couple of aspirins next to a glass of water on the side table. And, next to them, a single red rose!! Jack sits up and sees his clothing in front of him, all clean and pressed.
He looks around the room and sees that it is in perfect order, spotlessly clean. So is the rest of the house.
He takes the aspirins, cringes when he sees a huge black eye staring back at him in the bathroom mirror. Then he notices a note hanging on the corner of the mirror written in red with little hearts on it and a kiss mark from his wife in lipstick: “Honey, breakfast is on the stove, I left early to get groceries to make you your favorite dinner tonight. I love you, darling! Love, Jillian”
He stumbles to the kitchen and sure enough, there is hot breakfast, steaming hot coffee and the morning newspaper.
His 16 year old son is also at the table, eating. Jack asks, “Son…what happened last night?”
“Well, you came home after 3 A.M., drunk and out of your mind. You fell over the coffee table and broke it, and then you puked in the hallway, and got that black eye when you ran into the door.
Confused, he asked his son, “So, why is everything in such perfect order and so clean? I have a rose, and breakfast is on the table waiting for me??”
His son replies, “Oh THAT… Mom dragged you to the bedroom, and when she tried to take your pants off, you screamed, “Leave me alone, I’m married!!”
Broken Coffee Table $239.99
Hot Breakfast $4.20
Two Aspirins $.38
Saying the right thing, at the right time. PRICELESS.
–Rik
NEW HD FLOORING FROM RACEDECK– Okay ladies and gents here is a definite must have for that number one in your life. SNAP LOCK Industries, manufacturers of world famous RaceDeck floor coverings, recently released an exclusive line of Harley-Davidson Garage Flooring! Designed specifically for Harley-Davidson enthusiasts, each 12″ interlocking module surface is highlighted with a seamless pattern of Harley-Davidson Bar and Shield logos. The H-D brand modular floor utilizes Snap Lock’s multi-patent design, which allows for a quick & easy no tool, no adhesive installation.
On your feet, knees or back the modules provide a cushion between you and the floor. Additionally, the material used is highly resistant to most chemicals including oil, grease and other petroleum products. You can purchase the flooring by the square foot or pre-packed in a 4’x8′ parking pad kit. Perfect for complete garage floors, bike parking pads, show displays, at the track or anywhere you want to show your H-D colors, this unique surface provides more than jaw dropping appearance.
Extremely rugged, durable and drop dead good looking, H-D modular flooring is a year-round gift suitable for any Harley rider or motorcycle enthusiast! For a closer look at this and other innovative SnapLock styles catch them on the Web at www.racedeck.com. While there be sure to check out the interactive floor design option.
To find a Harley-Davidson Dealer nearest you, call toll free 1-800-588-2743 – or use the dealer locator at harley.davidson.com. To contact SnapLock for additional details, call direct toll free 1-800-457-0174.
MEMO FROM BIKERNET FARM IN INDIANA–The Indiana State Wage & Hour Department claimed he was not paying proper wages to his help and sent an agent out to interview him.
“I need a list of your employees and how much you pay them,” demanded the agent.
“Well,” replied the farmer, “there’s my farm hand who’s been with me for 3 years. I pay him $200 a week plus free room and board.
The cook has been here for 18 months, and I pay her $150 per week plus free room and board.
Then there’s the half-wit who works about 18 hours every day and does about 90% of all the work around here. He makes about $10 per week, pays his own room and board, and I buy him a bottle of bourbon every Saturday night. He also sleeps with my wife occasionally.”
“That’s the guy I want to talk to — the half-wit,” said the agent.
“That would be me,” replied the farmer.
–from U.S. Choppers
http://www.uschopper.com/
AUTORAMA THIS WEEKEND IN SACRAMENTO– Come see us this weekend – 2/8 – 2/10 in Sacramento at the Autorama. Cal Expo – we’re in The Suede Pavilion Building – the one with the live music!
After that we’ll be in Portland for the Rod and Custom Bike Show. 2/15 – 2/17 – Portland Expo Center.
We have helmets and leathers coming in daily – come say hi and see what we have in!
–Joel and Mary
HARLEY-DAVIDSON HAS COOL BIKES, HOT TIME SET FOR DAYTONA–Bike Week 2008 Includes Daily Blogs, Women’s Ride, Demos, Ride-In Show and More.
MILWAUKEE (February 5, 2008) – Engines will be revving and the fun will be firing on all cylinders as the Ocean Center Arena will be the heart of Harley-Davidson at Daytona Bike Week 2008.
From the latest bikes and accessories to electrifying music and entertainment to inspiring events like the Women’s Day Ride with 500 female riders and the Ride-In Show contest, the official Harley-Davidson schedule of events for the 67th Annual Bike Week at Daytona Beach, Fla., includes something for anyone with a passion for motorcycles and taste for rebellion.
Harley-Davidson will once again be bringing the heart and soul of Daytona Bike Week directly to you at www.harley-davidson.com/daytona. A motley crew of correspondents will hit the streets, beaches and race tracks to get the beat straight from Daytona. Be sure to catch the online coverage, including a daily blog, photos and video updates.
Official Harley-Davidson activities at the Ocean Center Arena will run from March 2-8. Highlights include:
– Harley-Davidson and Buell New Product Show (March 2-8 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily)
– Women’s Day activities and ride arrival (March 4)
– Muscular Dystrophy Association (MDA) Live Auction (March 7) and MDA Bike Raffle (March 8)
– H.O.G. Members Only new product reception on March 2 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., and H.O.G. Hospitality area on the first floor during regular show hours.There will be plenty to do on the Ocean Center New Product Show floor, including:
– Checking out the latest Harley-Davidson and Buell motorcycles, Genuine Motor Accessories and MotorClothes Merchandise
– Seminars and presentations on Genuine Motor Accessories and MotorClothes, such as Install-tainment and the new women’s helmets
– Ford Harley-Davidson? F-Series Truck Display and Adventure Zone SimulatorActivities outside the Ocean Center during Bike Week include:
– The Harley-Davidson Traveling Museum.
– Women’s Ride arrival and welcome (March 4)
– Annual Ride-In Custom Motorcycle Show Contest (March 5)
– B.O.S.S. Ball of Steel Stunt Shows
– Harley-Davidson Festival Stage with music and entertainment
Harley-Davidson, Buell and Police Fleet motorcycle demo rides are available at Daytona International Speedway March 1-8 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Riders with a valid license and appropriate riding gear can try out 2008 Harley-Davidson and Buell motorcycles.
Harley-Davidson owners are invited to enter their Harley-Davidson motorcycles in the Ride-In Show Contest on Wednesday, March 5. Registration will be held at the Ocean Center East Side from 8-11 a.m. with $500 cash prizes for Best of Show in 13 classes.
The MDA Live Auction will be held at the Ocean Center Friday, March 7, at 1 p.m. and the MDA Bike Raffle for a fully customized 2008 FXSTB Night Train motorcycle will take place Saturday, March 8 at 4:45 p.m. MDA will also be selling 2007 MDA/Harley-Davidson pins, raffle tickets and Daytona event pins throughout the week.
On March 4 at 10:45 a.m., the Ocean Center will welcome 500 Harley-Davidson women riders on the Women’s Day Ride benefiting Muscular Dystrophy Association (MDA). The Motor Company believes it will be the largest women’s ride in its 105-year history.
Continue the Harley-Davidson experience at Daisy Stocking Park in Daytona Beach March 4-8 with Black Bikers in the Park, where activities include a Harley-Davidson MotorClothes model casting call (March 4-6), model competition (March 6 at 6 p.m.) and Fashion Show (March 7 at 7 pm.) In addition, there will be other fun activities such as a custom bike show, riding seminars, a temporary tattoo parlor and other entertainment.
There will also be activities at Harley-Davidson dealerships throughout the Daytona area.
For a complete listing of Harley-Davidson events, please visit our Web site at www.harley-davidson.com.
Since schedule information is subject to change, please check the on-site Harley-Davidson activities guide for times and locations of entertainment and other special attractions.
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February 7, 2008 Part 2
By Bandit |
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THE MYSTERY CARB PHOTO–Pics of my EX carbs. Dean didn’t rebuild this set (unfortunately). This is the set that came with the bike from Dave Hurst. I think Doug Reese did these carbs..yeah, wonder how the gaskets were?
Those guys who don’t know, this is a custom EX built by a friend. It’s been on speed channel several times, been to SEMA, biker build off type shows, built by Bryan Fuller.
And yes Dave Hurst, those are your old carbs!….Bryan spiffed them up a bit, huh?…you might remember him from Barber pit.
–Charles Young
RFR DELIVERS THE COOKIE GIRL– Here are a few images of Siouxsie Monroe (pronounced Suzy, I just call her Cookie Girl, cause she brings me homemade cookies) the other half of the Porcelain Dolls. I will have some shots of them together at some point.
–RFR
BUY AMERICAN!–This is something we banter around constantly, but we need to look at it seriously. A brother just got a call, “I can buy 5-speed polished Softail Transmissions for $499, with a pulley,” He said. “I couldn’t build a transmission case for that price in the US.”
He spends $399 for top of the line Pan or Shovel cylinders, a piece. “I could have them made overseas for $99. Does that make me a bad businessman, or a man who honors his country?”
–Berry Wardlaw
JODY PEREWITZ JOINS TEAM KRYPTONITE–Lock Manufacturer Teams with Growing Force in Motorcycle Industry.
Canton, MA February 1, 2006 – Kryptonite, a brand in Ingersoll Rand’s Security Technologies Sector, announces that Jody Perewitz has joined Team Kryptonite. Kryptonite and Perewitz Cycle Fabrications entered into an exclusivity partnership two years ago when her father, legendary builder Dave Perewitz, joined Team Kryptonite. Jody will represent the company at shows and through its newly launched Riding Essentials for Women class.
“After working with the Perewitz family for several years, Kryptonite is making our relationship with Jody official by adding her to our growing Team Kryptonite,” said Karen Rizzo, Director of Marketing. “Our partnership with Jody will help us bring the message of security to an ever expanding audience that we may not have been successful at targeting before – the woman motorcycle rider. We all look forward to having a long relationship with Jody.”
Perewitz will team with endurance sport bike racer, Nicole Hoffman in the newly created Riding Essentials for Women summer series of classes. They will travel to select dealers sharing their experiences and extensive knowledge on safety, simple maintenance, gear choices, resources available and security tips. The whole experience will be for women only. The first class will take place at Perewitz Cycle Fabrications in June.
In addition to the women’s classes, Jody will also continue to write for Kryptonite’s Unbreakable Bonds blog and participate in other non-traditional marketing for the company later in the year.
“We’ve trusted Kryptonite products for years at the shop and on the road,” said Jody Perewitz. “I know full well how intimidating it can be to ask “the guys” anything so I’m glad to have the opportunity to work with this brand to help bring more women into the sport.”
Perewitz joins her famous father, endurance road racer Nicole Hoffman and former pro-cyclist Bob Roll on Team Kryptonite. The company has enjoyed lengthy relationships with each of these members.
Kryptonite, Jody Perewitz, Dave Perewitz and Nicole Hoffman can be found in booth 2019 at Dealer Expo in Indianapolis, Indiana. The show runs February 16-18, 2008.
LEGEND OF THE MOTORCYCLE AUCTION RETURNS– A Sale of Exceptional Motorcycles and Related Memorabilia featuring the Michael Corbin CollectionMay 3, 2008.
Location:
The Ritz Carlton Half Moon Bay, California
Preview:
May 3, 2007, 9 AM to 4 PM
Sale:
May 3, 2008, commencing at 4:30 PM
Bonhams & Butterfields is delighted to return to the Legend of the Motorcycle for our second annual Sale of Exceptional Motorcycles and Related Memorabilia. This year, the Michael Corbin Collection will be offered, significantly without reserve. Highlights include an ex-Steve McQueen 1940 Indian 45ci Scout, a pair of Indian-Crocker Conversions, a 1906 Indian ‘Camelback’ Single, and a number of other wonderfully present Indians and other significant motorcycles. Also included in the collection is fantastic selection of motorcycle related memorabilia and artwork.
Other exceptional consignments include a 1904 Rex 3 ?hp Single, a brand new, museum quality 1894 Hildebrand & Wolfmueller Recreation, a one owner from new 1975 Ducati 750 Super Sport, and the last motorcycle Evel Knievel ever owned, a 2004 Harley-Davidson Heritage Custom.
Inquiries
Phone: +1 (415) 391 4000
Fax: +1 (415) 391 4040
mailto:motors.us@bonhams.com
To purchase a catalog please call: (800) 223 2854 ext. 3550 (from outside the US please call: 1 415 861 7500) or send an email with your full contact details to info.us@bonhams.com
BIKERNET OLD SCHOOL STORY REVIEW– Hey – the FatBob piece was great… good story and some good pics, and just a good read. Thanks.
–DjM
MOTORCYCLE TRANSPORT HOT TIP–Mike is currently on his way to Maimi. From there he’s heading north to Departure Bike Works in Richmond, VA with the Bonne Belle, our Bonneville Flat Tracker. If you need a motorcycle moved at a very good price give Mike or Erin a call.
BIKERNET ZOO NOW OPEN–A biker is riding by the zoo, when he sees a little girl leaning into the lion’s cage.
Suddenly, the lion grabs her by the cuff of her jacket and tries to pull her inside to slaughter her, under the eyes of her screaming parents.
The biker jumps off his bike, runs to the cage and hits the lion square on the nose with a powerful punch.
Whimpering from the pain the lion jumps back letting go of the girl, and the biker brings her to her terrified parents, who thank him endlessly.
A reporter has seen the whole scene, and addressing the biker, says- Sir, this was the most gallant and brave thing I saw a man do in my whole life.
– Why, it was nothing, really, the lion was behind bars. I just saw this little kid in danger, and acted as I felt right.
– Well, I’ll make sure this won’t go unnoticed. I’m a journalist, you know, and tomorrow’s papers will have this on the first page. What motorcycle do you ride?
– A Harley Davidson.
The journalist leaves.
The following morning the biker buys the paper to see if it indeed brings news of his actions, and reads, on first page:
BIKER GANG MEMBER ASSAULTS AFRICAN IMMIGRANT AND STEALS HIS LUNCH.
–from Rogue
V-QUAD CUSTOMS WIN POMONA GRAND NATIONAL ROADSTER SHOW– Greg Nelson of Nelson Engineering showed his new V-Quad engine at the V-Twin Expo in Cincinnati last weekend. The V-Quad is essentially, the largest, most powerful engine that you can get and put into your stock Harley EVO style frame with minor frame modifications. This monster makes double of everything, double the sound, double the horsepower and double the torque.
The V-Quad was installed in a stock FL with minor modifications to the frame. According to Greg it’s a simple swap and doesn’t have any adverse affect on the handling of the bike. I threw my leg over the bike and lifted it off the side stand without any more effort than my own FLTRI. Presently it is available with 45mm Mikuni Carbs only, no fuel injection yet, which may limit some applications but I’m sure it won’t hold back those builders who want the biggest engine on the block.
Greg has some neat videos of the engine in an FXR at Bonneville on his website http://v-quad.com/index.php which showcase the awesome power and torque that this beast produces.
–Nick
Glide to Live … Live to Glide
BIKERNET GEOGRAPHY SEMINAR–Have you ever looked at a map of the world?Look at Texas with me just for a second. That picture, with the Panhandle and the Gulf Coast, and the Red River and the Rio Grande is as much a part of you as anything ever will be.. As soon as anyone anywhere in the world looks at it they know what it is. It’s Texas. Pick any kid off the street in Japan and draw him a picture of Texas in the dirt and he’ll know what it is. What happens if I show you a picture of any other state? You might get it maybe after a second or two, but who else would? And even if you do, does it ever stir any feelings in you?
In every man, woman and child on this planet, there is a person who wishes just once he could be a real live Texan and get up on a horse or ride off in a pickup.
There is some little bit of Texas in everyone.
Did you ever hear anyone in a bar go, “Wow…so you’re from Iowa? Cool, tell me about it?” Do you know why?Because there’s no place like Texas.
Here are just a few facts and history of the great state of Texas.
Texas is the Alamo.
Texas is 183 men standing in a church, facing thousands of Mexican nationals, fighting for freedom, who had the chance to walk out and save themselves, but stayed instead to fight and die for the cause of freedom.
We send our kids to schools named William B.Travis and James Bowie and Crockett and do you know why? Because those men saw a line in the sand and they decided to cross it and be heroes. John Wayne paid to do the movie himself. That is the Spirit of Texas.
Texas is Sam Houston capturing Santa Ana at San Jacinto.
Texas is “Juneteenth” and Texas Independence Day.
Texas is huge forests of Piney Woods like the Davy Crockett National Forest.
Texas is breathtaking mountains in the Big Bend.
Texas is the unparalleled beauty of bluebonnet fields in the Texas Hill Country.
Texas is the beautiful, warm beaches of the Gulf Coast of South Texas.
Texas is the shiny skyscrapers in Houston and Dallas.
Texas is world record bass from places like Lake Fork.
Texas is Mexican food like nowhere else, not even Mexico.
Texas is the Fort Worth Stockyards, Bass Hall, the Ballpark in Arlington and the Astrodome.
Texas is larger-than-life legends like Michael DeBakey, Denton Cooley, Willie Nelson, Buddy Holly, Waylon Jennings, Janis Joplin, Kris Kristofferson, Tom Landry, Darrell Royal, Joe Da vis, E ric Dickerson, Earl Campbell, Nolan Ryan, Sam Rayburn, George H.W.Bush, Lyndon B.Johnson, George W. Bush.
Texas is great companies like Dell Computer, Texas Instruments, Compaq, Lockheed Martin Aerospace, Home of the F-16 Jet Fighter and the JSF Fighter.
Texas is NASA.
Texas is huge herds of cattle and miles of crops.
Texas is skies blackened with doves, and fields full of deer.
Texas is a place where towns and cities shut down to watch the local High School Football game on Friday nights and for the Cowboys on Monday Night Football, and for the night in Old San Antonio River Parade in San Antonio.
Texas is ocean beaches, deserts, lakes and rivers, mountains and prairies, and modern cities.
If it isn’t in Texas, you probably don’t need it.
Texas even has its own power grid!
No one does anything bigger or better than it’s done in Texas.
Our state capitol building is the only one in the country that is taller than the capitol building in Washington, D.C. and we can divide our state into five states at any time if we wanted to! We included these things as part of the deal when we came on. That’s the best part, right there.
By federal law,Texas is the only state in the U.S. that can fly its flag at the same height as the U.S. flag. Think about that for a second. You fly the Stars and Stripes at 20 feet in Maryland, California, or Maine and your state flag, whatever it is, goes at 17 feet. You fly the Stars and Stripes in front of Pine Tree High in Longview or anyplace else at 20 feet, the Lone Star flies at the same height – 20 feet.
Do you know why?Because Texas is the only state that was a republic before it became a state.
–from Rev CarlR
THE DEVIL SCRAMBLES TO COMPLETE BOBBER TO COMPETE IN ER DALLAS SHOW– At this point I am farther along, but it still looks naked because I am doing the electrical work on her. I’ll send some more as she gets ready for the Easyriders show in Dallas!
Holly and I are looking forward to visiting with the Easyriders folks, Rick and Joe T over at Strokers, and then we plan on making our annual stop to honor Bradley with a drink at his favorite hangout with some friends. . . a mini vacation before I dive back into the shop for more madness and to start on the Root Beer Bikernet Mini Bobber.
–Kent
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February 7, 2008 Part 1
By Bandit |
Hey,
This is one of those nuts days. We kick off the news with a bang every Thursday morning. I hit the coffee and the computer simultaneously and don’t stop staring at the screen until I’ve downloaded all the news–unless I’m interrupted.
Today was packed with disruptions, like the dogs tearing shit up, the phone ringing, emergencies, doctor appointments, you name it. All the sniveling aside, this is going to be a helluva Thursday news, but I have a comment first:
We need to make, “Made in America,” a strident code and work on it. I like the people of China, Tawain and Korea. I don’t hold any grudges. I know we’re rapidly heading in a World economy direction, but we need to refocus on our homeland and support our quality product base. It’s easy, look for that Made in the U.S.A. line on any products and pay a little extra to support our working base. You don’t need to follow the code for every purchase, but keep it in mind always. I’ll mention a couple of supportive facts at the end of the news. Now let’s hit it:
GREG’S CUSTOM CYLES INTRODUCES The Deepsickness Front End —Clearwater, FL – Greg’s Custom Cycle Works, Inc. introduces the Deepsickness inverted front end. This new cutting edge production front fork suspension system is designed exclusively for today’s new bikes offering a unique addition to any custom motorcycle.
The Deepsickness Front End actuates differently than a standard hydraulic fork assembly using an external air shock and a stabilizer link for added control and performance plus gives it that cool, mechanical look. The fork tree and rockers are constructed from billet aluminum and have a wide stance. This front end with dimensions of 63 mm hollow tubes allow easy wiring and internal brake to accommodate most bike builders’ needs. A wide range of handlebars will fit the stock mounting points. We offer a variety of custom colors as well as raw or powder coated finishes with air style shocks & billet rockers.
Options, such as gas charge shocks, a driving light package, a headlight and mounting kit are available.
For further information, call Greg’s Custom Cycles at 727-461-4840 or visit www.gregscycles.com
VALERIE THOMPSON ROLLS INTO THE DRAG RACING PRO STOCK CLASS– I would like to fast forward to February 2008 with some exciting news to share with everyone. I am proud to announce VTR’s emergence into the NHRA Pro Stock Motorcycle Class. We have secured a new partnership with “The Real Security Company” featuring their advanced GPS product technology “EYE-ON” as my official Title Sponsor. We are involved in several other negotiations and are looking for associate sponsors, but with this dynamic partnership and our incredible team already in place I am more excited than ever about this season.
The Real Security Company is a worldwide supplier of innovative residential, corporate, military, industrial and automotive-marine theft deterrent and prevention products. These newly developed products protect against the majority of theft and breech situations such as professional thieves, the joy rider, and smash and grab thieves. Through highly advanced GPS technology the EYE-ON Amber T1000 is able to track and provide electronic security for your children, family members and pets. I am looking forward to a long and profitable relationship with such an exciting and progressive company. For more information on my new sponsor, please visit www.therealsecuritycompany.com
I have been having a great time developing my new team. Starting with new team colors, racing leathers, and not to mention a lot of training which, I have already started. My new crew chief; Gary Tonglet has me on a very strict training program. Were making many hot laps and will be ready for Gainesville on the EYE-ON S&S Buell. Check out some testing pictures! http://johnguate.smugmug.com/gallery/4274258#P-1-12
EASYRIDER SHOW TOUR HITS DALLAS THIS WEEKEND–THE HAVE OPENINGS FOR BIKE ENTRANTS–“We need bikes for the competition, if you know anybody in the area have them tell Bruce that you sent them,” John Green, the ER Boss said. Just show up or drop a line to John at Easyriderjg@aol.com. Tell him you’re coming, and they’ll take care of you.
I am on it, Darryl Briggs gave me the heads up earlier today, so I rounded up Frank’s big trailer and we are bringing an least four extra bikes (we were bringing two already) and if I can get Jimmy to haul another trailer he will pull two more.
Holly and I will also see if we can get a couple of other builders and or bike owners to come up from the Texas National list too? I have always liked the Easyriders shows so I’ll do all I can to help out, you know how much I love custom bikes and bike shows. . .hehehe
–Kent
P.S. I am sending you a couple progress shots of the 77 supper glide
WALMART WARS REVIEW–Glad to see you are spreading the word about those un-American crooks known at WalMart……unfortunately most folks would rather save 25 cents than be a good U.S. citizen….these crimes didn’t just start at WalMart, they’ve been going on and GROWING for years !
All you fuckers saving 25 cents better spend that saved money to learn Chinese. Good on you Bikernet !
–Dan
One of our report states that 90 percent of the goods sold in U.S. Walmarts comes from China. According to TIME magazine last year 60 million cans of Chinese cat and dog food were recalled because of 16 pet deaths. Poison Chinese toothpaste was discovered, 1.5 million toy trains were sent back because of lead paint and 450,000 Chinese tires were recalled due to tread separation.–Renegade
DEAL OF THE WEEK FROM MY MISTRESS– This is a bike that belongs to a very good friend of mine…would you please place this on the Thursday and or Sunday News?
–Mistress Marilyn
Bike for sale:
Wild West with SK 111 engine, Baker heavy duty 6 speed, left hand drive you can see the wheels. Chrome pack on engine and tranny ect. 10 k miles, new tires and brakes. stealth handle bars.
This bike runs and runs. Owner has cared for this bike like a grand baby. Asking 35K.Serious inquiries contact Pappy:1Pappy@cox.net
AMSOIL FOR HARLEY-DAVIDSONS–In Test Results of Industry Standard Four-Ball Wear Testing, Harley-Davidson’s Own “Genuine” Oil Produces A High Wear Scar vs. Other Leading Motorcycle Oil’s!
Harley-Davidson Maintains That You Use Their “Genuine” Oil, yet Harley Davidson Doesn’t Even Make Their Own Oil.
Learn The Facts About Harley-Davidson Oil in this Eye-Opening Article written by A.J. Amatuzio, President and CEO of AMSOIL INC.
“A situation my daughter, Lyn, told me about recently got me to thinking about how good it is to be able to blend our own oils and have complete control over our own product quality.
Lyn loves to ride motorcycles. She recently purchased a Harley-Davidson bike and took it to the local Harley shop to have our new AMSOIL Motorcycle Oil installed. The mechanic took issue with her not using the oil Harley-Davidson sells, saying, “I’ll use AMSOIL motor oil when AMSOIL starts making motorcycles!”
How would you answer a challenge like that? I was pleased to hear Lyn’s response. She said, ” I’ll start using Harley-Davidson motor oil when Harley starts making oil!”
Perfect! The fact is that Harley-Davidson, like so many other “brands” of oil, contract with one or more oil companies to make their lubricants. Often, the decision as to who actually makes a private labeled product is based on low bid, and like almost everything manufactured by a low bidder, short cuts are taken in order to meet the low price.
Now there’s nothing wrong in having a goal to make money, but let’s get real here. Why would anyone want to use a product manufactured down to a price rather than up to high quality standards? We have tested a number of these private label motor oils and two-cycle oils and we found that many are mediocre quality products. None of them even comes close to performing as well as AMSOIL lubricants, and that’s a fact!
Our Motorcycle Products Brochure, G-391, includes wear comparisons of AMSOIL Motorcycle Oils vs. other oils, including H-D “Genuine”. Both our oils demonstrate superior wear protection over all other tested brands. Interestingly enough, the highest wear scar in this test turned out to be Harley-Davidson’s own “Genuine” oil!
There is a good reason why AMSOIL Motorcycle Oils protect so well against wear. They are formulated with significantly higher levels of zinc and phosphorus, which when included in proper formulation with other high quality additives, provide superior wear protection at the high operating temperatures typical of motorcycles. In addition, synthetic oils inherently reduce sump temperatures so the engines actually run cooler.
The fact is, Harley would do well to have AMSOIL make their oils for them. Then they could be assured that their oil was indeed a superior product. As it is, there may be absolutely nothing wrong with their oil for use in average service, but I guarantee you as the oil temperature gets hotter, like it does when sitting in traffic on asphalt on a hot summer day, the Harley-Davidson with AMSOIL in the crankcase is going to be far better protected and run far cooler than the bike with H-D “Genuine” oil in it. There’s just no two ways about it!
So, my daughter Lyn will be going back to this mechanic armed with the facts about AMSOIL Motorcycle Oils and a few facts about H-D oil. Nobody’s going to tell her that her dad’s oils are not the very best. She knows better, and she’s on a mission to prove her point. Who knows? Knowing Lyn, she might sign up another AMSOIL Dealer in the process.”
AMSOIL Synthetic 10W-40 and 20W-50 motorcycle oils give motorcyclists what they need: Superior wear protection for high- stress motorcycle engines and transmissions that stay clean and deposit-free.
READER RENEWS CANTINA MEMBERSHIP, AMAZING!–Just sent ya a check for renewal in the Cantina. Been in it a couple of years now and it has been the best return on investment I have ever had. Hours of interesting info. I put the check in the mail (14.95 US) day before yesterday.Now unlock the dam thing.
And yea I know. When assholes say the check’s in the mail don’t hold your breath.
BTW- The check is plenty good and I aint an asshole unless ya ask my ex.
–Gootie
THE 27TH ANNUAL CYCLE WORLD INTERNATIONAL MOTORCYCLE SHOW PRESENTED BY TOYOTA– The final stop for this year’s series is this weekend, February 8-10, at the Chicago Donald E. Stephens Convention Center and will feature our largest show ever! 330,000 square feet of exhibit space combined with a host of special features and bike unveils promises to deliver an unforgettable send off to a great season. Don’t miss the last, and biggest, show of the season! For more show information and to purchase tickets visit, www.motorcycleshows.com.
Just a few sneak peaks and highlights of what’s in store for THIS weekend’s Chicago Show, as we conclude the tour in a BIG way!
Orange County Chopper to be Revealed in Chicago! It just made its television debut last Thursday on the hit show “American Chopper” on TLC. Now Chicago area enthusiasts will be able to see the amazing detail that the “Patriot Chopper” holds. The blade spokes of the wheels feature 3-D inlaid spearheads, representing the seven Army values and an ammunition belt lines the handlebars. Chromed M-4 magazines serve as the struts, and an M-4 rifle is mounted on the side of the rear wheel.
Chicago Debut of the Buell Ulysses XB12XT! That’s right, Chicago attendees will be amongst the first to see the bike that takes adventure sport touring to new heights. It will get you up to 59 highway MPGs and comes standard with top and side cases, plus heated grips to fight off the winter chill. Current Buell owners- show your motorcycle keys at the Buell display for a special treat!
All Women. All Bike. Built From the Ground Up. This year’s Chicago Motorcycle Show will feature an Allstate sponsored live, Gina Woods’ XX Chromes – All Woman Bike Build, to help promote motorcycle safety and rider education among women riders. The XX Chromes – a team of four women bike builders roll into Chicago and descend upon the convention center for three awesome days of wrist-wrenching, tool-torqueing, knuckle-busting, bike-building in front of a live audience to benefit Mooseheart Child City & School.
Women-only Motorcycle Studio Presented by DTM! Stop by Discover Today’s Motorcycling (DTM) Studio to See Why More Women are Taking the Front Seat On Bikes Today. Discover Today’s Motorcycling has developed a women-only motorcycle studio geared specially towards women who don’t ride, providing a welcoming place for those women to explore everything they wanted to know about motorcycling, but were afraid to ask. Enjoy three sections: a lounge, a motorcycle fitting area, and a motorcyclist makeover station.
Jason Britton on Hand in Chi-Town to Sign Autographs. Stop by the 2 Wheel Tuner and Icon booths in Chicago to pick up an autograph from Jason Britton, pro stunt performer and host of the hit TV show “Superbikes.”
New Harley-Davidson Softail Cross Bones Model Makes Its Chicago Debut! It’s been kept highly confidential and just made its first public unveiling at our Cleveland show last weekend. Chicago show goers will now be amongst the World’s first to see this HUGE new model release from Harley-Davidson, well before it hits the dealerships! Will you be there to see it? Don’t miss this opportunity to make history and see the bike that ventures to the dark side.
See Biker Build-Off Champion Matt Hotch! Matt Hotch Designs will be on tour showcasing his latest custom, “El Rey” valued at over $200,000. Witness in person what The King of Customs and back-to-back Biker Build-Off Champion bring to the show floor.
World’s Fastest Motorcycles! Ever wonder what 350mph on a motorcycle feels like? See a collection of land-speed record holders from 1937 to present in the “History of Speed” display.
Plus many more features, thousands of dollars in giveaways, jaw dropping stunt shows, AND all the latest models under one roof!
CHICAGO SHOW
Friday, February 8, 2008 – Sunday February 10, 2008
Donald E. Stephens Convention Center
5555 N. River Road
Rosemont, IL 60018
Admission:
$13 Adult
$6 Children ages 6-11
Children 5 & under free
S&S BUYS FLATHEAD POWER AND ANNOUNCES FLATHEAD PARTS AVAILABILITY–LA CROSSE, WI (February 8, 2008) S&S Cycle announces the availability of replacement parts from Flathead Power by S&S.The demand for quality replacement parts for vintage restorations is at an all time high and Flathead Power by S&S will be ready to deliver on April 1, 2008.
The list of new products from Flathead Power by S&S will start with 1936-’47 big twin tappet blocks, and tappets in standard and +.005″ over sizes. The tappet blocks are silver powder coated for that stock look and are available as a set or single pieces. Next, 1963-’65 cam covers with the flat look of a ’65, as well as a 1966-’69 stock replacement cam cover will be available. The list of great available components keeps going with 1937-’48 UL/ULH (medium compression) aluminum cylinder heads that will be available in a silver finish and available as a set or single piece.
“These are the first of many new products from restoration parts to complete new vintage engines,” said S&S Sr. Manager of Racing & Customer Services, Charlie Hadayia. “Cylinder heads, cylinders, rocker arms and rocker shafts for 1936-’47 big twins, along with a complete 93″ KN engine will be released by the end of May 2008.”
All of these products are made, machined and assembled in the USA. Pricing will be released to the dealers by mid-March and you can get all the information at
A BIKERNET POETIC MOMENT
Bike magazines I’ve read them all
The King of the writers K Randall Ball
He’s been in the circle for now 30 years
By living the lifestyle showing no fear
He’s rode with the clubs and run the gambit
Built sleds from scratch, brothers know him as Bandit
Wrote tech tips, bike features, ways to save cash
short cuts to bike week, titties and gash
Gave hope to downed brothers not riding their hogs
Loved Norma Jean and Knucklehead his dog
Fanned the Flame of what makes a true Brother
Supported our RIGHTS when there was no other
Writing the truths his creedo won’t bend
Bandit the biker a man among men
–FATBOB
Thanks brother. Means a lot.–Bandit
CROWN JEWEL TRUMPET-STYLE MEGAPHONE FROM PRIMO– Here’s a crown jewel, our Trumpet-style megaphone for 1-3/4″ pipes. As lovely as a BIKERNET babe, it rumbles with assertive tones yet, with a twist of the wrist, you can silence it at any moment.
What more could a guy want ???
–E.Z.
Here’s an updated version of the classic Trumpet megaphone muffler which was fitted to so many bobbers & choppers in those early days. Crafted from 16 gauge steel, then polished & plated to a high luster finish, each of these 18″ long beauties emits a very mellow exhaust tone due to the permanent glass pack innards.
Each muffler has a heavy duty stud welded on the backside to assist in mounting, just like the dual set-up pictured here. This crafted slip-on muffler has a 1-3/4″ inlet and includes a sturdy chromed clamp. Mufflers are sold each !
Slip-On Trumpet-Style Chopper Muffler / Fits 1-3/4″ PipesRE-M-2 . . . . . Trumpet Muffler for 1-3/4″ Pipes / Sold Each . . . . . . . MSRP $ 156.61
For further info on these & other fine products contact:
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o 562-907-2600
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BIKERNET STUDIO REPORT, BRANSCOMB RICHMOND TELEVISION INTERVIEWS ON LINE– I have 2 segments up. One with your interview of the Arlen Ness owners and one with biker call outs. Check out the Bikernet Television and Radio Interviews in the Bikernet Radio Department.
CHANCE TO WIN FREE ER SHOW TICKETS AT STROKERS DALLAS PRE-SHOW PARTY–Saturday, February 9th at Centennial Hall in Fair Park
And we’re giving away FREE TICKETS!!Come party with us at the Official Easyriders Show Pre-Party Friday, February 8th at Strokers Ice House and get the chance to win free tickets to the show!Plus, there’s always plenty of Bikes, Babes, and Beer to go around!
Come back on Saturday and catch the Strokers Shuttle to and from the show all day. Park here, enjoy a burger and a few beers, then jump on the bus to ride out to the show. Get back on when you’re done and head back to continue the party at the Ice House! Shuttle will run every 30 minutes, all day long.
Don’t forget you can also ENTER YOUR BIKE IN THE SHOW We’re looking for more bikes and we’re cutting costs on entry fees!If you are interested in entering your bike, just email VENDORS WANTED! As always, for the most up-to-date information about Strokers Dallas, Strokers Ice House, and Strokers Ink visit www.strokersdallas.com BIKERNET JIMS TOOL OF THE WEEK–PISTON SUPPORT PLATE– Using this tool will give you peace of mind when installing your rings and cylinders by providing a non-marring flat support to push the bottom of the piston against as you install the rings and cylinder over the piston. No.1164 – Use on all H-D style engines. Suggested Retail Price $61.20 –JT Lepien Continued On Page 2
Easyriders is also still accepting vendors for the show. If you would like to set-up as a vendor at Centennial Hall in Fair Park, please email Kari Roben at
or call 214-357-0707.
www.jimsusa.com
January 31, 2008 Part 4
By Bandit |
Continued From Page 3
NEW BIKERNET CORRESPONDENT IN KOREA– Here a few more pics from Asia.. Korea Japan.. Vietnam… I went for a ride on Sunday.. washed the bike up.. got the gear on.. took my camera and a bottle of poweraid ( Hang over cure like mother’s milk ). Got on the bike… headed to Jiri san ( Jiri Mountain ). Stopped for a smoke and a cut of hangover cure… Thought I’d take a pick, and wouldn’t you know it. I forgot my fucking camera on the roof of my car in a fucking apartment complex.
Got on the phone called the wife. She went out to look and see if it was still there, and it was. Holy shit, couldn’t believe it. Now I know why my mother always gave me those stupid fucking mittens with the yarn to connect them together, but anyway, was a great sunny day, about 10 degrees Celsius. I was alone on the bike– good times. I will pin the fucking camera to my forehead the next time I head out.
I’m retiring from the service in April, gonna stay in Korea. May go home for a trip in around May-June. I want to get on a salmon river back home… fuck I miss that, brilliant times… All you can hear is the water and the gears in yer head meshing, provided there is enough lash not to drive you over the bend.
–H.L.
PROGRESSIVE SUSPENSION SHOCKS LIGHTS–When are shocks more than just shocks? When Progressive Suspension adds their new Shock Lights to them! Designed to bolt onto the PSI 812 and 412 Series shocks, the Shock Lights can be wired into brake or turn signal systems.
Chromed aluminum caps features hidden hardware and an integrated LED that blends nicely into the cap until the super bright LED’s are activated. Kit includes load balancer, two Shocks Lights and required hardware. Contact your local Progressive Suspension dealer for more information.
Progressive Suspension
6900 Marlin Circle.
La Palma, CA 90623
877.690.7411
info@progressivesuspension.com
www.progressivesuspension.com
JUST ANNOUNCED THIS WEEK– Bruce Springsteen to headline the 105th Anniversary in Milwaukee. 105th Anniversary Celebration ticket holders will be eligible for the opportunity to purchase one general admission ticket to the Springsteen concert. The 105th ticket holders can purchase the concert tickets on a first-come, first-served basis, while supplies last. Cost of the separate ticket for the Springsteen concert is $40.00, plus $2.50 shipping and handling.
ABOUT THE EVENT: Harley-Davidson will celebrate its 105th Anniversary with thousands of loyal Harley enthusiasts riding home to Milwaukee via 105 different starting points. The Milwaukee event is scheduled for August 28-31, 2008. Not only is Harley celebrating their 105th, but H.O.G. will be celebrating their 25th Anniversary.
Seven months out, hotel rooms are hard to find, but Biker InCite has planned for this event and has a number of rooms left under their housing bureau. The best point is they are within minutes of all the events!
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BIKERNET FINANCIAL SEMINAR–Once upon a time in a village, a man appeared and announced to the villagers that he would buy monkeys for $10 each.
The villagers seeing that there were many monkeys around, went out to the forest, and started catching them. The man bought thousands at $10 and as supply started to diminish, the villagers stopped their effort. He further announced that he would now buy at $20. This renewed the efforts of the villagers and they started catching monkeys again.
Soon the supply diminished even further and people started going back to their farms. The offer increased to $25 each and the supply of monkeys became so little that it was an effort to even see a monkey, let alone catch it!
The man now announced that he would buy monkeys at $50! However, since he had to go to the city on some business, his assistant would now buy on behalf of him.
In the absence of the man, the assistant told the villagers. “Look at all these monkeys in the big cage that the man has collected. I will sell them to you at $35 and when the man returns from the city, you can sell them to him for $50 each.”
The villagers rounded up with all their savings and bought all the monkeys. Then they never saw the man nor his assistant, only monkeys everywhere!
Now you have a better understanding of how the stock market works.
–from Nick Roberts
MORE ON TWIN CAM GEAR CAM TECH– Nice shot of the gear drive on the home page! Just put some of those in myself a couple of years back…you probably know this, but one thing to check, if it’s not in the installation instructions….look at the photo, see where the large gear (cam gear) looks like it’s touching the casing by the bolt hole, left side, third from bottom? On the cam cover, make sure you grind a little meat away from that area so the gear doesn’t hit there when it spins. Not much has to come off. Maybe 1/8th inch, max…..
Ride on!
–Snivelin’ Hiway….
PROGRESSIVE SUSPENSION, 430 SERIES SHOCKS– Always the innovator in the custom suspension market, Progressive Suspension has once again upped the ante with the street rod styled 430 series of shocks. Utilizing a high pressure gas mono tube design with deflective disk damping to insure high performance ride control the 430 Series can also be mounted rod up or rod down, depending on your application.
Threaded pre-load adjusters allow for tool-less adjustment, and effortless tuning of ride quality. First of their kind, machined aluminum spring perches and street rod styling of the new 430 Series are complimented by smooth lines and a polished chrome body.
Available in chrome or contrast cut black anodized finish to match the look of your bike.
Contact your local Progressive Suspension dealer for more information.
–Progressive Suspension
6900 Marlin Circle
La Palma, CA 90623
877.690.7411
info@progressivesuspension.com
www.progressivesuspension.com
A ZEN MOMENT FROM SIN WU–A group of graduates, well established in their careers, were talking at areunion and decided to go visit their old university professor, now retired. During their visit, the conversation turned to complaints about stress intheir work and lives. Offering his guests hot chocolate, the Professor wentinto the kitchen and returned with a large pot of hot chocolate and anassortment of cups – porcelain, glass, crystal, some plain looking, someexpensive, some exquisite – telling them to help themselves to the hotchocolate.
When they all had a cup of hot chocolate in hand, the professor said,”Notice that all the nice looking, expensive cups were taken, leaving behindthe plain and cheap ones. While it is normal for you to want only the bestfor yourselves, that is the source of your problems and stress.
The cup that you’re drinking from adds nothing to the quality of the hot chocolate.In most cases it is just more expensive and in some cases even hides whatwe drink.
What all of you really wanted was hot chocolate, not the cup; butyou consciously went for the best cups…and then you began eyeing eachother’s cups.
Now consider this: LIFE is the hot chocolate; your job, money and positionin society are the CUPS. They are just tools to hold and contain life. Thecup you have does not define, nor change the quality of life you have.
Sometimes, by concentrating only on the cup, we fail to enjoy the hotchocolate God has provided us. God makes the hot chocolate, man chooses thecups. The happiest people don’t have the best of everything. They just makethe best of everything that they have
Live simply. Love generously. Care deeply. Speak kindly. And enjoy yourHOT CHOCOLATE!”
–from Rev CarlR
NEWS FLASH, RACCOON NAMED BANDIT AFTER BANDIT– Doris had been hearing something in the attic and when I checked I found four baby raccoons. Mom Raccoon was nowhere to be found. The one in photos here is named Bandit.
–Rogue
Sturgis Freedom Fighters
I Shoveled A Path
From The Road to The Shed,
Again Today,
A Foot Of White Stuff Is
Now Cleared Away
I Opened The Shed
And There She Laid
Under A Blanket
She Awaits
It’s Thirty Degrees Out
And The Roads Are A Mess
How I’d Love To Wake
That Old Bobber
From Her Winter Rest
It Wouldn’t Take Long
To Get Her On The Road
I Got A Warm Leather
It Wouldn’t Be That Cold!
Some Fresh Gas,
3 Quarts Of Oil,
A New Set Of Plugs
Is All I Need
To Ride Her Through
The Snow That’s Brown
As Mississippi Mud
It’s Only January
But I’d Sure Love To
Go For A Putt,
Ahhh The Kids
Are Hollering And Their
Mommas At Work
So I Guess The Ride
Will Have To Be
Saved For Another Day
Another Day When I Can
Sneak Out The Door
And Slip Out The
Back Way
–by Panhead Josh Griffith
MOVE OVER GUYS, ALLSTATE PUTS WOMEN IN THE RIDERS’S SEAT AT THE 27TH ANNUAL CYCLE WORLD INTERNATIONAL MOTORCYCLE SHOW, FEB 8-10–Chicago 2008 – They love the open road and the wind in their hair. They wear the same leather jackets, bandanas and grease spots as the next guy. The thing is – they are not the next guy.
Women are the fastest-growing segment in motorcycling. From 1998 to 2003, women riders increased 36 percent – or an increase of 167,600 new women riders in five years, according to the Motorcycle Industry Council.
This year’s show headlines Women in Motorcycling. To help promote motorcycle safety and rider education among women riders, Allstate will sponsor Gina Woods’ XX Chromes-All Woman Bike Build at the 27th Annual Cycle World International Motorcycle Show, Feb. 8 – 10.
Gina Woods’ XX Chromes -All Woman Bike Build is a team of four women bike builders who will roll into Chicago and descend upon the convention center for three awesome days of wrist-wrenching, tool-torqueing, knuckle-busting, bike-building in front of a live audience to benefit Mooseheart Child City & School. The “Moose Bike” will go on a raffle tour across the country, with a stop at the International Moose Convention in Las Vegas this June!
“It’s not about taking the backseat anymore, it’s about taking the reins and heading down the Open Road” , said Woods, a motorcycle talk show host of Open Road Radio (airs – Sunday 11a-12p on 9 FM: 92.5, 92.7 & 99.9 ) and creator of the XX Chromes-All Woman Bike Build.
“I think women joining the ranks of men riders, motorcycle mechanics, & motorcycle business owners is fantastic! The women of today are confident & feel empowered to fulfill their dreams & destiny – women can be & do anything they set their mind to. Women have helped to improve this industry through their products, services, safety training & leadership” Woods said. “It’s not just the guys building anymore – Our All Woman Bike Building team’s record is 5 hours & 5 minutes!
“Women call into our show all the time with questions about bikes and great comments like – Attta Girl!” remarks Gina
The Builders are:
Laura Klock – From Klockwerks – Fastest Woman on a bagger
Jasmine Clark – Owns Bluecreek Art Works and Motorcycle Training Co.; Author and certified MSF instructor
Jessi Combs – Custom metal fabricator, leading TV personality, motorcycle enthusiast.
Kim Jordan – Harley mechanic that left Las Vegas Harley Davidson in 2006 to take a break and build a log cabin with her dad. Kim is looking forward to getting back into the motorcycle Industry
2006 was a motorcycle industry first showcasing an All Women Bike Build created by Gina Woods. The first ever event was held at Open Road Radio’s Fat Fest 2006 for Breast Cancer Awareness. The second All Woman Bike build was completed at the 3rd Annual Midwest Cyclemania show in Green Bay, WI on April 21st, 2007. And they built the bike in just 5 hours and 5 minutes for Cancer Charities!
Open Road Radio -92.5, 92.7 & 99.9 will emcee three days of excitement, thrills, entertainment and a LIVE broadcast from the Allstate stage Sunday Feb 10th starting at 11 am on 9 FM.To add to the festivities there will be autograph sessions with the builders, on stage interviews with Motorcycle Industry experts, contests, prizes, giveaways and more!
“Allstate is committed to educating motorcyclists about the potential risks and best safety practices,” said John Anderson, Director of Marketing, Allstate. “Riding is a great way to leave life’s cares behind, but there are hazards on the road. That’s why simple precautions like helmet use are so important.”
Allstate representatives will be on site at the show, offering show goers free insurance quotes and answering insurance-related questions. In addition, the Allstate Chopper will be available for visitors to view and register to win, built by Chicago hometown boys Clutch Creal and his crew from Chopper College?.www.choppercollege.comTo learn more about motorcycle safety and insurance please visit www/allstate.com or click on the link to find out more about TORIAN CHOPPER LEATHERS’ RACE JACKET– The Torian Chopper Leathers’ Race Jacket is a traditional styled jacket featuring 4 external and 4 inside pockets. Designed with a generous fit for miles of comfortable riding. Supple leather * 10 year warranty * Security & stash pockets * Supple leather – feels comfortable and soft. Click here for the greatest riding leather available today. RACK BAGS–Waterproof, four point secure mounting. Easy On/Off, light weight with three exterior pockets. –Road Ready MANY THINGSI liked some of the Zen notes in the news. I believe we’ve scrambled our lives with way too much crap. On the other hand nothing slows down. Ah, but what was said is the truth. Find adventure everyday. Find some time to spend with friends and soft seductive women, and dig up some time to relax and tinker in the shop. But don’t go away from Bikernet. Fortunately, we archive every goddamn thing on the site, so you can roll over here any time, night or day, Sundays, Holidays, whenever, and find something new, or that old article or tech you need. Here’s what’s coming up. Paul is going to follow his bike accident on Bikernet and let us know how Geico treats him. Chris Callen just sent me a report on the evil Walmart empire. We have a short succinct tech on a brake component from Rogue, a Knockout Boardtrack feature, a couple more features, some new Girls of Bikernet are headed this way and we find ourselves dedicating a lot of space to Sportsters this year. Paul Garson is going to retro his new 2004 Sportster Custom. Jon Towle is performing a series of illustrative 2008 Sportster roadtests and there’s another Sportster series in the wings. What the fuck is it? It escapes me. And I’m going to build another Panhead desk. You’ll see it come together here on Bikernet. Plus, as of tomorrow, I’m starting to work on my next book. The first rough draft is in the Cantina, but I’m going to shake it up, and you’ll find a reworked Vince and Chance series, then Change strikes out on his own. Hang on, have a helluva weekend and don’t let these snivelin’ financial bastards get you down. Ride Forever, –Bandit 
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January 31, 2008 Part 3
By Bandit |
ATTENTION ALL EASYRIDERS BIKE COMPETITORS!!!!!–
Due to an over whelming number of requests, we have decided to add the Pro Class to the Columbus Regional show, this year. The show is being held February 15 thru 17, 2008. This year you can enter the PRO class in Columbus, and possibly walk out as one of the Centerfold Builders for the 2009 Easyriders Bike Show Tour. Here is how it all works.
If you enter the Pro Class, in Columbus, and are one of the three builders to be chosen to move into the Pro Invitational Class, you will advance, immediately, to the Pro Class finals, which will be judged on Sunday, February 17, 2008. It is in the Sunday competition that you will be competing against the other regional show finalists. It will be from this complete field of regional winners that we will choose the 2009 Centerfold Tour Builders.
We have also decided to make the same changes for the Best of Show competitors. In other words, the Judged Class bikes entered in the Regional part of the Columbus Bike Show will be judged on Saturday, February 16, 2008. The three bikes that the judges choose to be the Regional Best of Show winners will automatically advance to be in the Invitational Best of Show category. Along with the Judged bikes, the top three vote getting bikes, in the Spectator Class, as of 9:00 PM on Saturday, February 15, 2008, will also automatically advance to be in the Invitational Best of Show category. All of the Columbus Regional Best of Show winners will be judged, along with all of the other Regional Best of Show winners, from the 2008 Bike Show Tour, on Sunday, February 17, 2008.
All Best of Show winners from the Columbus Regional Judged and Spectator Classes, along with the Pro Class winners from the Columbus Regional Pro Class will be announced on Saturday night, February 16, 2008, at 9:30 PM, from the downstairs stage, in the North Hall. All of the winners of the Invitational Best of Show and Pro Class, along with all of the Columbus Regional winners, will be announced Sunday evening, as it has always been in the past, from the upstairs main stage.
What this will accomplish is that all of the Best of Show winners along with all of the Pro Class winners from the 2008 Bike Show Tour will compete against each other for the well deserved honors. This will make it so there is not a wait for the Columbus Best of Show winners, to be able to finish the competition in February 2009. Simply said, there is no more waiting a year to be finished with the competition.
Also, for Columbus, we have included one wristband ($35.00 value) to your entry, at no additional charge. Simply said, if you show your bike, at the regular price of $50.00 for a basic space or $70.00 for a corner space, you will receive one, complimentary, wristband with your entry. Any additional wristbands will need to be purchased at the regular wristband price of $35.00. Any other upgrades, such as electricity and turntables will also be at the regular additional prices.
If you have already signed up for the show and paid for your wristbands, you will receive a refund, at the show, in the amount of $35.00, for your complimentary wristband.
Please get your applications in as soon as possible. We are taking application in the office until February 13, 2008. After the 13th you can still enter. All you have to do is bring yourself and your bike to the Veterans Memorial Building, in Columbus Ohio. Space is limited, at this hall, so pre register if you can, or get there at 1:00 PM on Thursday, February 14, 2008, to be guaranteed a Show Space, as show spaces are on a first come first served basis, for non pre-registered competitors.
We are looking forward to seeing you and your bike at the show!!!!!
Easyriders Staff
BIKERNET FARMS QUARTERLY REPORT– John the farmer was in the fertilized egg business. He had several hundred young layers (hens), called ‘pullets’, and ten roosters, whose job it was to fertilize the eggs.
The farmer kept records and any rooster that didn’t perform went into the soup pot and was replaced. That took an awful lot of his time, so he bought a set of tiny bells and attached them to his roosters. Each bell had a different tone so John could tell from a distance, which rooster was performing. Now he could sit on the porch and fill out an efficiency report simply by listening to the bells.
The farmer’s favorite rooster was old Butch, a very fine specimen he was, too. But on this particular morning John noticed old Butch’s bell hadn’t rung at all! John went to investigate. The other roosters were chasing pullets, bells-a-ringing. The pullets, hearing the roosters coming, would run for cover.
But to Farmer John’s amazement, old Butch had his bell in his beak, so it couldn’t ring. He’d sneak up on a pullet, do his job and walk on to the next one. John was so proud of old Butch, he entered him in the Renfrew County Fair and he became an overnight sensation among the judges.
The result…The judges not only awarded old Butch the No Bell Piece Prize but they awarded him the Pulletsurprise as well.
Clearly old Butch was a politician in the making: who else but a politician could figure out how to win two of the most highly coveted awards on our planet by being the best at sneaking up on the populace and screwing them when they weren’t paying attention.
Vote carefully this year…the bells are not always audible!
–from Art Friedman
STOLEN CREDITS FEATURED IN MAGAZINE– It has recently come to our attention that the January 2008 issue of Easyriders magazine features a motorcycle, “Root Beer Float” that is said to have been built by U.S. Kustoms of Danville, CA. Unfortunately this is not the truth.
The truth is that motorcycle was built by Joe Cree at California Customs for one of our clients. While it may be true that U.S. Kustoms did change some parts on this motorcycle, bars, front fender, etc. the motorcycle was designed, fabricated and assembled by California Customs.
Changing a few parts does not qualify them as the original creator of this motorcycle. We feel this act is nothing short of plagiarism and want to alert our friends in the motorcycling media about this issue.
While we know of several companies that have “borrowed” proprietary designs for parts and sold them as their own designs, this is the first time we have come across a shop taking someone else’s work and putting their name to it, the true definition of plagiarism. This sort of behavior should not be tolerated within our industry by anyone at any time.
–J. Cree
NEW U.S. CHOPPER ’08 BOARDTRACK DESIGN BUILT BY PAUGHCO–Here’s the photo’s of the U.S. Choppers 08 “Classic Boardtrack”. Ron is sending her to Cinci to be at the PAUGHCO booth. The rights side shot is the best in my opinion.
–Rick
U.S. Choppers
2039 S. Lyon St
Santa Ana, CA 92705
714-546-4699
Appointments Only Please
http://www.uschopper.com/
BIKERNET SUPPORTS AMSOIL–We have made it possible for Bikernet readers to purchase a tremendous line of Amsoil products directly through Bikernet. Just click on the banner above to purchase the same oils we use in our Bonneville bikes MOTHERS polishes and Amsoil filters.
BIKERNET PHOTOG FINISHES HIS FATBOY–Finished the Fat Boy. Totally Jet Hot coated, tanks, fenders and pipes.Let me know what you think.
–Scooter
scootershoots@cox.net
We made a few suggestion, too harsh to post in the news, then sent Scooter to the master of blacked-out bikes in 13 Palms, Califa, Bob T. He’ll set him straight.–Renegade
VETERAN CHARITIES ON BIKERNET– Don’t forgot to cover the services provided at the VA hospitals and clinics around the nation during the tribute to our vets.
I work at a VA hospital, and I can say we do as much as we can for our vets when they come to our facility seeking service. You hear some horror stories of the VA out in the lands, but those are abnormalities and not the norm.
Also, can you put the vet tributes on the metric side of Bikernet too? Some of us who ride metric are vets too!
–Ron D, Fargo
STORZ/BUB HIGH PIPES FOR H-D NIGHTSTER– Light up your Nightster with a dirt track style dual exhaust system from Storz / BUB. Available in chrome or black ceramic coat finish, they feature two individual head pipes with stepped diameters leading into beautifully tapered megaphones with billet aluminum end caps. Fixed steel baffles produce a mellow but powerful exhaust note and never require repacking.
The pipes have individual heat shields that run from the cylinder head to the start of the megaphone and intended for rubber mount Sportsters from 2004 to present including fuel injected models.
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MORE FILMS IN THE BIKERNET STUDIOS–
Singing the Blues with the Charlie Brechtel Band
Charlie Brechtel has played with the likes of Gregg Allman and John Lee Hooker. His CDs feature some of the best musicians in blues and rock ‘n roll today. His tunes will be heard in upcoming specials on the History Channel and in the DVD that accompanies the book, “The Original Wild Ones.”
The soul of the American biker and the music of Charlie Brechtel are truly one and the same.His tribute tunes are becoming legendary. His music pays homage to the biker lifestyle in a way that no other musician has ever done. More stuff to see and hear at Bikernet Studo.
LIFESTYLE SUPER BOWL BIKE DEALS! PATRIOT RED SPORTSTER 883!–HALF TIME SPECIAL: ONLY $4,850.00. Quick, call Lifestyle Cycles. They’ll be closed Sunday for the Super Bowl.
–Dan
S&S TWIN CAM GEAR DRIVE SET INSTALLATION ON BIKERNET, COMMENTS– I think that your air cleaner setup could be costing you some HP. We have had good luck with the tall oval K&N element and stock oval cover.
Next time you dyno the bike try it with your A/C setup on. Next set of pulls with the A/C off. Check the A/F ratio to see where your at. Just a thought.
–Pablo
See home page for full-on tech. –Wrench
DOUGLAS RACING ANNOUNCES 2008 SCHEDULE– Staunton, VA: Douglass Racing, a family oriented Harley Davidson Drag Bike Team is pleased to announce their 2008 AHDRA Race Schedule. We at Douglass Racing are anticipating another great year in 2008 and hope to see you at the races.
As the family team, father, Gary Douglass, 58, manipulates his vacation time as Service Manager at the Staunton Coca Cola plant, son, Charley Douglass, 38, is doing the same as Maintenance Technician at McKee Foods (Little Debbie snack cakes). Also, Jody, daughter/ sister of the team joins them. Jody adds, “We all enjoy our time together at the races. It means so much when you have your family by your side, especially when you are doing something you enjoy.”
Gary Douglass has been racing for 7 seasons in the Syn3 ET, Pingel Super Eliminator and S & S Super Sport series and aspires to win a class championship in ’08 on his 1990 HD Sportster with a 2001 Buell motor.
Charley Douglass started racing his 1992 Harley-Davidson Sportster in 2000 in the AHDRA Syn3 ET class. He advanced to DragMasters Hot Street in 2003 and continues to run in that class. Surprises are in store for 2008……stay tuned for more info!
Charley will carry the #1 plate in the National DragMasters Hot Street class by winning the Championship in 2007. He also finished 4th in S & S Super Sport. And not only are their racing credentials outstanding but in ’07 Douglass Racing placed 2nd in Best Appearing Sportsman team.
2008 Schedule:
Gainesville Raceway – Gainesville, FL — Feb. 29th, March 1 – 2
Speedworld Dragstrip – Wittman, AZ — March 29 – 30
Gateway International Raceway – Madison, IL — April 19 – 20
Texas Motorplex – Ennis, TX — May 3 – 4
Atlanta Dragway – Commerce, GA — May 24 – 25
Summit Motorsports Park – Norwalk, OH — June 14 – 15
Cecil County Dragway – Rising Sun, MD — June 28 – 29
Bristol Dragway – Bristol, TN — August 9 -10
Virginia Motorsports Park – Dinwiddie, VA — September 20 – 21
Rockingham Dragway – Rockingham, NC — October 10 – 12 (Championship Finals)
Douglass Racing is supported by Shenandoah Harley Davidson www.shenandoahhd.com
Energy One www.energyone.com — and Muggs (more to come on this).
IT MUST HAVE BEEN A VERY BRAVE MAN WHO WROTE THIS!— Son asked his mother the following question:’Mom, why are wedding dresses white?’ The mother looks at her son and replies,’Son, this shows your friends and relatives that your bride is pure.’
The son thanks his Mom and goes off to double-check this with his father.’Dad why are wedding dresses white?’
The father looks at his son in surprise and says,’Son, all household appliances come in white.’
–from Igor Schwartz
RUCKER PERFORMANCE RELEASES ITS 2008 PREDATOR–FORT WORTH, January 24, 2007 Rucker Performance is proud to introduce the 2008 Predator model. Building on the traditional look of V-Twin?s 2007 Custom of the Year, the Predator, features a re-designed, hand-built frame, new billet swingarm, re-designed oil tank, gas tank and rear fender for a more contoured look.
The Predator’s redesigned frame will now be built in house, which will change the profile of the bike appearance making it flow seamlessly from front fender to the newly designed rear fender. Lowering the placement of the oil fill on the redesigned oil tank also enhances the smooth appearance of the new profile, as does the new shape of the gas tank. The billet swingarm will be available in three finishes to complement the new design: polished, painted or chrome.
Although the profile of the bike is changing, the high standard of Rucker Performance is not. ?By building the frame in house, we will be able to offer better quality bikes to our customers. The redesigned profile of the Predator serves to enhance the performance and ride of the bike,? says Erin Rucker, Chief Operations Officer of Rucker Performance. The Predator will be debuting in the 2008 model line up of Rucker Performance motorcycles.
Built in the spirit of raw adrenaline drag racing, the Rucker Performance Predator boasts standard features such as 300-rear tire, polished S&S 124 cubic inch engine and right-side 6-speed transmission.
BIKER PROFILE MAGAZINE– My friend Tara Gower contacted me a few months ago to inform me she was going to be the editor of a new Florida motorcycle magazine named BIKER PROFILE MAGAZINE. The publication is out of the Tampa area and is published by Biker Attorney John MacKay. Shortly after that she got back to me about doing an article on me. Well the article is in issue #3 February 2008. It is available Now!
If you are interested in reading what she has to say or checking out the rest of the publication you contact them at Biker Profile Magazine, 201 South Westland Ave., Tampa, FL. 33606
John MacKay is interested in hearing from readers with comments, criticisms, concerns, or Kudos. You can e-mail him at mackay@bikerprofile.com or by his cell phone 813-781-BIKE
–Rogue
Sturgis Freedom Fighters
Motorcycle Hall Of Fame Member 2005
www.bikerrogue.com
BAGGERWORKS TO REVEAL 2008 KIDS & CHROME “THE DAKOTA”AT V-TWIN EXPO IN CINCINNATI– Tom Binyon of BaggerWorks Custom Touring Motorcycles in Wichita, Kansas has announced the reveal of his charity bike “The Dakota” for Saturday, February 2nd, 2008 at 9:30am in the lobby of the Duke Energy Center during the V-Twin Expo in Cincinnati, Ohio.
This year marks the 4th year the Kids & Chrome Foundation has been dedicating its efforts to the children of the Black Hills by enriching the outreach and programs provided by Children’s Home Society and the Sturgis Motorcycle Museum & Hall of Fame.
Please join us for the reveal of the 2008 Kids & Chrome Bike “The Dakota” that will be the feature auction item during the 2008 benefit dinner and auction. This benefit will take place on Wednesday, August 6, 2008 in Spearfish, SD at the Spearfish Holiday Inn and Convention center during the Sturgis Motorcycle Rally.
–Stacey Sharp
Director ~ Event Management Division
Robert Sharp & Associates
3615 Canyon Lake Drive
Rapid City, SD 57702
www.thesharpagency.com
605-341-5226
YOU MAY BE A TALIBAN IF……….1. You refine heroin for a living, but you have a moral objection to beer.
2. You own a $3,000 machine gun and $5,000 rocket launcher, but you can’t afford shoes.
3. You have more wives than teeth.
4. You wipe your butt with your bare left hand, but consider bacon “unclean.”
5. You think vests come in two styles: bullet-proof and suicide.
6. You can’t think of anyone you HAVEN’T declared Jihad against.
7. You consider television dangerous, but routinely carry explosives in your clothing.
8. You were amazed to discover that cell phones have uses other than setting off roadside bombs.
9. You’ve ever uttered the phrase, “I love what you’ve done with your cave.”
10. You have nothing against women and think every man should own at least one.
11. You bathe at least monthly whether necessary or not.
12. You’ve ever had a crush on your neighbor’s goat.
–from Nick Roberts
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January 31, 2008 Part 2
By Bandit |
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GREETING FROM THE STURGIS MOTORCYCLE MUSEUM– One of the exhibits we’ve had on display for the last six to eight months is an exhibit about Motorcycle Clubs. As part of the exhibit, we had a number of vests with patches representing a variety of clubs. Unfortunately, the owner of those patches has reclaimed his collection. We’re in the process of trying to rebuild the display and are looking for clubs that might be interested.
The idea of this exhibit is to educate the public about the history of motorcycling and present a fair-minded representation of motorcycle clubs in their many forms. I’d like to rebuild the exhibit with themed sections to display, including women’s clubs, family oriented clubs, law enforcement clubs and veterans clubs.
Here’s what I’m looking for:
First choice would be a jacket or vest with the club colors on it that we could have on loan at the museum for a time period of one to two years. Second choice, just the patch itself (no vest or jacket). If we can’t get an actual vest or patch, I’d be interested in a 8.5 X 11 high resolution photo of same that we could display.
Along with the colors of the club, I’d also like to include a brief description of the club, including one paragraph describing the club – year founded, common bond, etc. All colors on display would be in locked cases and the Sturgis Motorcycle Museum & Hall of Fame has security cameras in operation 24 hours a day.
If your club is interested in being represented in this exhibit, please contact me by email at Thanks. BIKERNET FREE DOOR PRIZES GIVEN AWAY CONSTANTLY– Just wanted to drop you a line and say “Thanks” for the great stuff. Got home from work on Thursday, saw a box by the front door, found out I had “won”. Nice surprise on a cold and shitty day here in Oklahoma. Love your site, you tell it like it is, keep looking out for the average rider and provide great articles. Been a fan a long time. Again, thanks for the stuff and a great motorcycle website, –Danny Jones NEW NEW 360 Brake AT V-TWIN EXPO–Stop by our Booth #4225 on the 3rd floor at the V-Twin Expo to check out the NEW 360 Brake We’ll be ready to answer all of your questions! The objectives for redesigning the new 360 Brake were widening the safety margin, increased braking capacity, and simplifying installation process. With these objectives met, Dale Needleman and his team are anxious to release their new design to the industry. “We’ll have our 360 Brake mounted on some awesome bikes from Russell Marlowe’s Custom Cycles and Tom Kapp’s Purple Haze from Art In Motion as well as the individual brake and components for your evaluation,” states Needleman, “so put us on your list of Must See while you’re in Cincy!” –360 Brake EMT & MOTORCYCLE ACCIDENT CONCERNS–Vicki is concerned about the lack of training EMT’s get specific to motorcycle crashes. She is also concerned that the right’s community has been harping on crash avoidance instead of injury reduction that they are overlooking the many aspects of injury reduction. Certainly, we do not agree with NHTSA that wearing a helmet is primary to injury reduction. But there are many facets to this and why shouldn’t bikers demand both crash avoidance and injury reduction. Proper training of bystanders and EMT professionals could have a very beneficial impact on survival rates and outcomes. Vicki is doing great work in that area. Hey, have you been talking anymore with House of Harley about an appearance during the 105th Anniversary? There were interested in you, Valerie Thompson and the Assalt Weapan. I think Mike Hupy might contribute to some of the expenses to help sponsor you here. I’ll talk to him if you’re still interested. It’s going to be a good event, and the entertainment is 100% better than the 100th Anniversary. –Pan NEW HORRIFYING LAW DUE TO PASS IN AUSTRALIA–By 2009, your motorcycle is likely to have a front numberplate, even though most of the rest of the world manages without them. That’s the result of a draft regulatory impact statement authored by Vic Roads, the traffic authority for the Australian state of Victoria. The organization has been working on the issue at the behest of a national council of transport ministers. Testing of prototype plates has been completed and a final design for the laser-cut plastic identifiers, which are the same size as current rear plates, has been arrived at. Three main types of mounting have been identified: adhesive fixing to a fairing or windscreen, bracket mounting above or below the headlight, and unspecified custom mounts. Estimated respective costs are $25, $70 and up to $150. It is expected that state road registration authorities will bear the cost of the plates for the 540,000 registered bikes nationally which will need to be retro-fitted, but not for the mounting. New bikes will be charged for the cost. Vic Roads estimates the initial fit-out of the national fleet will cost $22.1 million in 2009, $13.5 million of which will be covered by road authorities and the remainder of which will be borne by owners. An additional $10 million is expected to be spent on a national propaganda campaign to support the move. The report claims there will be a 2-4 per cent reduction in motorcycle road trauma as a result of the change, mostly due to a reduction in speeding because of the increased chance of being nabbed by a speed camera. It also claims that approximately 49 per cent of motorcycles detected speeding are currently not identified because of the lack of front numberplate. Few countries in the world (India and Singapore are among them) currently use front plates. Web: –By Guy Allen HELMET HAIR MAGAZINE. COM DELIVERS THE NEWS ABOUT WOMEN RIDERS–TOP TEN: Female Celebrity Moto Riders Ever wonder which female celebrities share our love for two-wheels? HH reveals singers, movie and TV stars that aren’t afraid to get their motors running.Plus so much more including featured artist, http://www.helmethairmagazine.com/featuredArtist-January2008.htm Pamela Shanteau, and don’t miss our interview with Kimmy Cradler, a BMW bike mechanic with a big dream to make a big jump. FROM THE FATBOB FILES–This is now 2008. Me with the old girl, I always dug the 37 flathead that was in Early Riders, it was also in Bob Ts pics, must have been one of your bros. I always wanted an old original sled when I was young, but hell you know we were lucky to have one. I remember waiting for income tax to pick up my engine from Lake Shore H-D. Carl Allen is the wrench and if he goes to fucking Kmart Ill have them done there. He built the Warner Riley Sportster engine. He’s been at Lake Shore for about 33 years. He was around Leo Payne in Cal years ago. Bikernet was a brain storm, Dale Walksler told me websites are the future. I guess he was right. –FATBOB PERSIANS ATTEMPT TO ASSASSINATE BIKERNET CORRESPONDENT IN WEST HOLLYWOOD– You know what they say about little things making big differences. Like stopping to buy a bathroom rug. If I hadn’t and just kept on going to the gym I wouldn’t have ended kissing the pavement fairly hard when a brand new Lotus zoomed a left turn in the intersection in front of me. As I was doing my Evel Knievel act the Lotus kept on going, then stopped a block a way for a couple seconds then took off. My BMW went down on the left side, the big jugs acting as safety bars and I got my leg out and hit on my right side at my lower back and hip. Needless to say traffic on Wilshire just kept on going around me. Amazing. Fortunately a group of people in a SUV behind me saw the thing go down and came to the rescue. They called the cops after going after the Lotus that had circled around the block and parked, watching me in the road. The SUV people, a mom and four teen-agers went up to the car and id’ed them as two Persians in a car with no license plate but there was a dealers plate, Beverly Hills Sports Cars. The Lotus took off when they witnesses it. Hard to hide a brand new yellow Lotus. Being Persians they also hang out in the Westwood UCLA area and probably won’t be hard to fine. And I’ll be checking at the car dealership. The cops said they’d be looking as well and told me to contact them I find anything out. Of course I’m waiting for the pain to make itself known when I wake up. I did feel click clacking in my vertebrae and lost some skin on my forearm but limbs and head intact. The witnesses thought I had done myself in, apparently I make significant impact, but I did my relaxation thing and didn’t stiffen up so was able to limp away. My bike got plenty of scrapes and dents but I was able to ride it home. I have insurance although, Geico has to check since I didn’t impact the car so they call it a “Ghost Car” instead of technically a hit and run altho the cops call it a hit and run. They did a report, etc and the Paramedics gave me a choice of going to the hospital or not. I didn’t want to leave my bike so I rode it home and took some Alleve. It doesn’t hurt too much if I don’t move. Just now, and it’s past one, the woman from Russ Brown’s office called me as I had left a message earlier, in case I need an attorney. I can’t believe she called me. Incredible. She’s going to call back in the morning when Russ is in and I figure out about the doctor thing. If I go to my doctor he’ll just send me all over the place to get x-rays and stuff, so I might just go the UCLA emergency room and do the whole thing there. But in any case, I was way lucky, although dealing with this is nothing I need at the moment. Fortunately my fingers still work. Talk to you later. GPG V-TWIN EXPO NEWS–The V-Twin Expo will feature around 1,000 aftermarket vendor booths, motorcycle shops and dealers from all over the world, great industry seminars and a few surprises at the “Excellence In Motorcycle” Awards on Saturday night. –Dave Nichols NEW CHROME FLUSH-MOUNT FUEL CAP AND GAUGE KIT– Add Smooth, Custom Styling to Many Harley-Davidson Models. MILWAUKEE (Dec. 21, 2007) – The new Chrome Flush-Mount Fuel Cap and Gauge Kit ($198.95) from Harley-Davidson Genuine Motor Accessories combines a pop-up fuel filler that when installed and sealed looks identical to the flush fuel gauge. With a simple push the fuel filler cap pops up to be twisted off by the rider. The flush fuel gauge features individual LED lamps that shine through a mirror-coated glass that glows when the ignition is switched on. A photocell automatically adjusts LED brightness for improved visibility in direct sunlight, and dims at night to avoid distraction. Complete kit includes fuel cap, fuel gauge, trim ring, and plug-in wiring harness. Chrome Flush-Mount Fuel Cap and Gauge Kits are available for 2008 Road King, most 2008 Softail, and many 2004-later Dyna models. See dealer for fitment details. For additional information on Harley-Davidson Genuine Motor Accessories, see your local Harley-Davidson dealer or visit the Harley-Davidson Web site at www.harley-davidson.com. To find a dealer near you, call toll free 1-800-443-2153 in the U.S.A. or Canada. THE MASTER ARTIST/DESIGNER MOVES TO NEW LOCATION–The talented artist, designer and also a rider, Peter Oropeza prints many of the 5-Ball Racing and Bikernet banners and stickers. He recently moved his operation to a much more user friendly location.”I’m up and running with the phones & e-mails.” Said Peter Oropeza, the President of Di Oro Graphix and apparel. “My new address is 8152 Firestone Blvd.inside the second floor.” If you need stickers or banners printed quick, he has the capabilities. He is also a fine artist, illustrator and designers, for logo, T-shirt and apparel design needs. Good people. –Mr. Pete TEXAS-SIZE COLLECTION OF CLASSIC AUTOMOBILES AND MEMORABILIA TO MAKE AUCTION DEBUT–(CHATHAM, Ontario – January 29, 2008) – The focus of the collector car world will shift to Fort Worth, Texas in April as RM Auctions proudly presents the private collection of Mr. Wayne Davis. Tentatively scheduled for April 19, 2008, this exciting no-reserve sale will offer some 90 classic automobiles, as well as 50 lots of automotive-themed memorabilia, in Davis’ hometown of Fort Worth, Texas. A lifelong auto enthusiast, Davis first joined the car industry after high school. At the age of 23, he began his own restoration shop, “Thunderbirds Etc”, first concentrating on 1955-1957 Thunderbirds before turning his hand to also focus on prewar classics, popular American marques from the 1940s and 1950s, and custom and street rods. Armed with an unwavering passion for the industry, an intimate knowledge of mechanics and high attention to detail – as reflected in his the motto, “My cars run as good as they look”- Davis carved a reputation for setting world-record prices at national collector car auctions. Since 1995, he has balanced his restoration hobby with working as President of Regency Conversions in Fort Worth, Texas – the company he eventually bought in 2004 and recently sold. This April, as Davis prepares to embark on retirement, he is offering the collector world a rare opportunity to purchase the cars that have brought him so much joy over the years. Assembled over the past two decades, Davis’ impressive collection reflects his ardor for the great American cars of the ’30s, ’40s, ’50s and ’60s, as well as featuring various custom and street rods. The collection also includes a number of early Cadillacs from the ’40s and ’50s. “All have been carefully maintained, with many having undergone expensive restorations,” says Davis in describing their condition. Highlights of the auction line-up include a highly coveted “Triple Crown”, comprising of a low-production 1953 Cadillac Eldorado Convertible, often described as the most beautiful and special American car builtin the fifties; a rare 1953 Buick Skylark Convertible; and a 1953 Oldsmobile Fiesta Convertible, regarded as a “dream car” at the time of introduction. The collection also includes an extremely rare 1963 Ghia, one of only 26 examples produced; a handsome 1957 Dual Ghia, at it’s prime regarded as a “Hollywood icon” due to is popularity with celebrities (including the likes of Frank Sinatra and Dean Martin); and a custom one-off 1947 Cadillac Limousine “Woodie”. For those with a penchant for country music, the auction line-up also features a 1957 Chevrolet Convertible, formerly owned by American country star, Alan Jackson; he reportedly bought the car when he hit the “big time”. The memorabilia collection is just as diverse with many fascinating finds. Amongst a host of special automotive themed collectibles is an original 30 foot neon Cadillac script sign from the late 1940s. The Wayne Davis Collection event marks the first time that virtually all of Davis’ cars have been offered at public auction, presenting various unique ownership opportunities for discerning collectors and making this one sale you will not want to miss. For further information on the sale of this magnificent private collection, visit BRUCE ON CELL PHONE USE LAWS– …the Governors Highway Safety Association notes that despite the dozens of laws in place and hundreds of bills proposed, “No state completely bans all types of cell phone use (handheld and hands-free) while driving.” In other words, most cell bans apply only to hand-held devices, and contain loopholes that allow the conversations–and therefore the distraction–to continue using hands-free technology. As I have stated before, it is the conversation, and not the device, that creates the distraction. Here is what the Center for Auto Safety’s Executive Director Clarence Ditlow said in his January 2007 letter to NHTSA’s Nicole Nason: “Research has consistently shown that operating a motor vehicle while talking on a cell phone–whether hand-held or hands-free–increases the risk of an accident to three to four times the experience of attentive drivers. The general consensus of the scientific community is that there is little, if any, difference in crash rates involving hands-free versus hand-held cell phones. The two-way conversation on a cellular phone, not the task of holding the phone, causes a cognitive distraction. This distraction induces ‘inattention blindness,’ inhibiting drivers’ abilities to detect change in road conditions.” Despite the incontrovertible evidence that remote conversations on hands-free devices are just as distracting–and therefore just as dangerous–as those conveyed via hand-held units, legions of unenlightened legislators from coast to coast are seeking to garner media attention and public favor by proposing laws that restrict only the use of hand-held devices while driving. In the Florida statehouse, for example, we currently have no less than eight different bills proposed that would restrict the use of cell phones while driving (H0175/S0266, H0193/S0504, H0357/S1266, S0680 and S1314). Only two of them apply to hands-free as well as hand-held devices (S0680 and S1314), and they are the only two with no companion.And what will the likely consequence of all these “feel-good” measures be? To be sure, many lives that might have been saved by focusing on the distraction rather than the device will still be lost. And beyond that, well let’s see… After Chicago implemented a partial cell phone driving ban, the telecom industry reported that “Sales of hands-free headsets are being spurred by a new law [that] will result in $50 fines for driving with a cell phone pressed to your ear.” The same thing happened in California, where banning only hand-held cell phones while driving generated a “…boost in the sales of hands-free accessories, such as Blue Tooth ear pieces and speaker-phone car kits.” And in Pennsylvania recently, the mere rumor of an impending ban on hand-held devices “…caused some wireless sales to soar.” So regardless of legislative intent, about the only actual consequence we can count on from half-way measures and partial cell phone bans is a boom in the sale of mobile telecommunications products employing hands-free technology like BlueTooth. And where are those products made? Well according to this Global Sources Bluetooth Headset Manufacturers & Suppliers directory……of the 443 suppliers listed, 434 (98%) are based in China (Mainland, Hong Kong, Taiwan), 4 in Korea, 1 each in Singapore and the Philippines, and only 3 in the U.S. Bad news, but there is one potential upside here: If nothing else, all those partial cell phone bans are bound to funnel millions of dollars–and with them thousands of jobs–overseas. That will leave many Americans with less money to spend on cars and gas … which should reduce the number of vehicles on the road, the number of miles we travel, and thereby the number of traffic accidents. So, we just might end up saving a life or two after all! –Bruce Arnold It’s interesting, the laws about cell phone use. Jeremiah recently drove his new Toyota Tundra pickup over to the Bikernet Headquarters, to show it off. He was most excited about the lavish Kenwood GPS/entertainment system. On our way to scarf Burritos in San Pedro he toyed with the system incessantly, changing channels, watching DVDs, playing music, looking up restaurants and whore houses in the directory and following our GPS path. Good god. How would he have time to drive, if his cell phone rang? It rings all the time.–Bandit TYPO DISCOVERED IN EVENT POSTER– Here is the poster the typo is in the guest speakers name. It should be Jerry Hatfield, but it is Jerry Hatifield a collectors item if I do say so myself. –Shotgun BIKERNET GOES TO THE DOGS OF ZEN– I’ve been meaning to write and just say thanks for posting my dog story. I appreciate it. Your shift of the identity of the “Dog” in the teasers/titles was pretty cute, and I laughed about that. That “was” good… You’re alright. Most of the feedback I’ve gotten has been that I should have shot the dog, or that I’m getting soft in my old age. A few folks, who happen to know me well, smiled and said that they can’t “believe” the dog is alive. I actually did a good thing. I was also counseled on my excessive use of profanity, and informed that “I AM” officially, the Devil. Generally, it appears that folks like the story. It makes you think, and that’s good. Somewhere in this feedback I got told that I need to find some “peace.” That actually got me lost for a little while inside my head. It’s just something that I do from time to time, as I sort through the myriad piles of “stuff” I have stored up in there… Since I’m currently inside my head, I’ll share… Though we describe it as “finding” peace, it’s not quite like that. You can’t really “find” peace… It’s not a thing, or a place… Peace kind of “happens”. It’s a state of consciousness… In my experience you create it… It only comes from within…It’s everywhere and in everything… You bring it to places and give it to things… It only becomes tangible when “you” STOP trying to physically fight the world… or control the world… or, maybe force your “Will” upon something. It’s an inner calmness, an acceptance… I know well my weaknesses, but trust deeply in my own strengths and abilities… It’s an ability to focus and direct your thoughts in harmony with your surroundings. You still retain all the power to channel and direct yourself, but you do so in a way that uses your surroundings to enhance your own abilities. I’ve found peace in the middle of a creek in the wilderness.And when a butterfly chanced to light upon my extended fingertip…I’ve found it in the middle of a raging firefight…I’ve found it in a crib as little blankets rose and fell with tiny breathes at 3AM.I’ve found it in the middle of unspeakable carnage…And I find it daily as I ride my Harley. Challenges come in all shapes and sizes… and packages… For example: Our vision of a beautiful day is shattered as we see a spiked wrecking ball adorned with the rotting flesh of hapless former victims swinging viciously towards us, intent on our destruction!!! A simple sidestep avoids collision, and … It whizzes silently and harmlessly by me…Perhaps I smile as it creates a breeze to cool me in the summer’s heat…How did you react? Did you sidestep as well? Did you waste your time cringing and being horrified or outraged at the visual, emotional image I created– and DIE? I was once labeled a “survivor”. I guess I’ll buy into that, as I sure ain’t dead yet! As a survivor, I think that understanding and acceptance of the nature of physics, action/reaction, or the world around us allows us to expend relatively minimal effort and effectively stop influences attempting to force us one way or the other… Seemingly insignificant effort is rewarded greatly… If you look, see, absorb, and understand your surroundings… I most certainly can’t physically “stop” the motion of the wrecking ball, but I surely can use it to my advantage, if I just “think”… Thanks again for posting the story, and I wish you “peace” in your endeavors, Sir. –Kev
–Christine Paige Diers
Executive Director, Sturgis Motorcycle Museum & Hall of Fame
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January 31, 2008 Part 1
By Bandit |
Hey,
The Sun broke over most of California and we’ve been riding, tuning, planning new shit and working on friends’ bikes. It’s official that S&S bought Flathead power, Custom Chrome has a deal pending and the team to move them ahead again and Easyriders will make an announcement this weekend. Shit is happening in the industry.
That’s one of the wonderful things I love about this country. I don’t care what the stock market does, how many negative headlines the general media throws at us, there’s positive moves exploding all around us. The biker creative spirit never stops. Wait until you see some of the new parts Roland Sands designed for the Cincy show. New biker books are being published from Whitehorse and Wolfgang, including our Bonneville 2007 adventure and Assalt Weapan how-to book. Hell, even Bikernet launched BikernetMetric.com this week. It’s all non-stop. Let’s hit the news. I’ll fill you in on more Bikernet exploits at the end:
CUSTOM CHROME FINDS A PARTNER IN DAE-LL WITH NACE PANZICA AT THE HELM–“The old school is back at the helm,” Ed Martin told Bikernet. Ed and Nace are finalizing a deal for the manufacturers of RevTech products to purchase Custom Chrome from Global Motorsports.
“Vendors will be paid,” Nace said of the 180 industry vendors who are currently on the past due list, including Bikernet.com. The company will face some bankruptcy proceedings and a bidding process, but the DIC process should move forward quickly and hopefully CCI will be cooking shortly. We’ll keep you posted.
THE 27th ANNUAL CYCLE WORLD INTERNATIONAL MOTORCYCLE SHOW PRESENTED BY TOYOTA– The only place you can see all the latest models under one roof!
Here’s a preview of what you’ll see THIS WEEKEND at the Minneapolis Convention Center!
New Harley-Davidson Softail Cross Bones Model Debuts at the International Motorcycle Shows! It’s been kept highly confidential and made its first public unveiling at our Cleveland show this past weekend. Now Minnesota show goers will be amongst the first in America to see this HUGE new model release from Harley-Davidson, well before it hits the dealerships! Will you be there? Don’t miss this opportunity to make history and see the bike that ventures to the dark side.
See Biker Build-Off Champion Matt Hotch: Matt Hotch Designs will be on tour showcasing his latest custom, “El Rey” valued at over $200,000. Witness in person what The King of Customs and back-to-back Biker Build-Off Champion bring to the show floor.
Big Twin Customs Presented by Newmar: Big Twin Customs presented by Newmar is one of the must-see features on the floor. These bikes may have started as name-brand cruisers or they may have been hand-built from the ground up.
The ATV/Outdoor Showcase Brought to you by ATV, ATV Sport and Camping Life: The ATV/Outdoor Showcase returns this year with even more 4-wheeled fun packed into the display
Thousands of dollars in giveaways!
Much much more! Did we mention all the new 2008 motorcycles!!!
Minneapolis Show
Friday, February 1. 2008 – Sunday, February 3, 2008
Minneapolis Convention Center
1301 Second Avenue South
Minneapolis, MN 55403
For more information and to purchase tickets online, visit
Admission:
$13 Adult
$6 Children ages 6-11
Children 5 & under free
Upcoming Cycle World International Motorcycle Shows Presented by Toyota:
Chicago: February 8-10
For more information, visit
http://www.motorcycleshows.com
–Janina M. Quintana
BOOZEFIGHTERS SUPPORT FUELED BY THE FALLEN–We are hosting a fundraiser for Fueled By The Fallen in conjunction with our Sgt. Travis Pfister Memorial Run on Saturday, February 9th 2008. Our event will be held at the VFW Post 6110 in Canyon Country and we need sponsor help. Fueled by the Fallen supports our Veteran’s Families who have made the ultimate sacrifice for our Country in Operation Iraqi Freedom.
We would also like to take this opportunity to invite you to our event.
Boozefighter Contacts: Watts 661-755-6622 or Slider 661-965-6623
BIKERNET WEEKLY PRODUCT RELEASE FROM RIVERA PRIMO / 1-30-08,PRO-CLUTCH KITS–All the horsepower in the world is absolutely useless if you can’t get it to the rear wheel.Thousands upon thousands of performance-minded riders have chosen a Rivera Primo Pro-Clutch kit to handle their power transfer chores. They rely on a Pro-Clutch because it doesn’t slip, whine or bog under the influence of high horsepower !
The world-famous line of Pro-Clutches are easy to install, extremely serviceable and very user-friendly. They continue to be the industry standard for high performance clutches.
MSRP on these assemblies is $ 499.00 each, except for PC-1000-A which is $ 550.00.
PC-1000-A . . . PRO-CLUTCH KIT for 1936-1984 BIG TWINS
Increases clutch area by more than 100%. Use with all belt drive or chain drive primaries, tin or aluminum, and any 4-speed transmission. Simple bolt-in installation converts your outdated coil spring clutch to a diaphragm spring function. A durable double-row ball bearing replaces the stock caged bearings, eliminating clutch grab & clutch hub side movement. Requires less hand effort at the handlebar, yet it delivers smooth hand control.
PC-1100-CA . . . PRO-CLUTCH KIT for LATE 1985-1989 EVO BIG TWINS
Upgrade the notoriously poor clutch on your late 1985-1989 Evo Big Twin with Rivera Primo’s Pro-Clutch. Quick & easy installation . . . press out the OEM hub, press in the Pro-Clutch? hub. You’ll get a 325% increase in clutch area along with smooth & easy hand control.
PC-1200-CA . . . PRO-CLUTCH KIT for 1990-1997 EVO BIG TWINS
Upgrade the clutch of your 1990-1997 Big Twin model with this Pro-Clutch model. As with the early Evo kit, installation is quick & easy. Simply press out the OEM hub, press in the Pro-Clutch hub. Now you’ve increased clutch area by nearly 100%. Along with smooth & easy hand control, an addition of a Pro-Clutch? is the best way to upgrade your Big Twin clutch.
PC-1298-CA . . . PRO-CLUTCH KIT for 1998-2006 EVO & TWIN CAM MODELS (except 2006 Dyna)
Increase the clutch area of your 1998-2006 Evo or Twin Cam Harley (except 2006 Dyna) with the addition of this PC-1298-CA Pro-Clutch?. As with the other model clutches, installation is simple & quick. Just press out the factory hub and press in the Pro-Clutch hub. What you’ll now get is nearly 100% increase in clutch area, plus smooth & easy hand control !
1056-0020 . . . PRO-CLUTCH KIT for 2006-UP DYNA MODELS & 2007 T/CAM BIG TWINS
As you know, Harley has made some major changes on the 2006 Dyna models as well as 2007 Twin Cam models as well. Besides having 6-speed transmissions, they have changed mainshaft & sprocket shaft configurations. Rivera Primo? has kept abreast & now introduces the latest addition to the world famous clutch line. As with all other models, this new one increases clutch area yet provides effortless hand control at the lever. Installation is easy !
PC-1300-XL . . . PRO-CLUTCH for 1991 & UP EVO SPORTSTER & BUELL MODELS
Now you can significantly upgrade the clutch on your 5-speed Evo XL or Buell by replacing it with a Pro-Clutch. By pressing out the OEM hub & pressing in the the new Pro-Clutch hub, you’ll gain nearly 100% in clutch area along with a smooth, easy hand control !
For these & other fine products contact:
Rivera Primo
12450 Whittier Blvd. Whittier, CA 90602
Tel: 800-872-1515
Tel: 562-907-2600 Fax: 562-907-2606
www.riveraengineering.com
MONTICELLO, MISSOURI TRIBUTE POKER RUN– Just wanted to let everyone know what was going on. I know it is short notice but under the circumstances this is how the chips fall. The weather is looking good for the weekend so get the old bike out and come join us for a ride.
Many of you have already heard of the sudden passing of Josh Letchworth. He was the 30 year old son of Elton and Margaret Letchworth of the Stumptown – Oakvale area in Lawrence County and also the nephew of one of our fellow bikers, Wayne Chance. Josh also leaves behind a 9 year old son. Josh had no insurance therefore we will be doing this to help raise money to help the family with funeral expenses and medical bills.
All proceeds from the day will go to the family. Please pass this information on to all your on line buddies….. weather you ride or not ya still gotta eat!
SATURDAY
FEBRUARY 2 , 2008
PIONEER CREDIT PARKING LOTMONTICELLO, MS.
10:00 a.m. – 10:30 a.m.
SIGN UP FOR POKER RUN
10:30 a.m. ALL BIKES OUT
10:30 a.m. UNTIL…. ALL THE CHILI AND SOUP IS GONE !!!!!
FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT ME @601-587-4870 OR 601-748-0884Can?t wait to hit the twisties on your new bike? Not so fast!
New From Lil Joes Legendary Leathers–After five years of design and re-design were proud to anounce The “Joes Vest” with a Front zipper. As with all our Legendary Leathers it is Made in the USA and is “Guaranteed 4 Life”.
It s Manufactured in your choice of collars ( Full, one inch and No Collar) Our Top notch Flight Suit Lining comes in several colors. Each vest comes standard with an Two inside Pockets……….one a Gun Pocket. And until Febuary 28 ,2008 the NewJoes Zipper vest is on sale for $229.95
Contact us 888-663-7063 or at website
PROGRESSIVE DATA SHOWS EVEN VETERAN BIKERS COULD USE BASIC TRAINING WHEN THEY SWITCH BIKES– MAYFIELD VILLAGE, Ohio ? January 28, 2008 ? Whoever coined the phrase, ?it?s just like riding a bike,? probably never switched motorcycles. That?s because even experienced riders can be pretty wobbly when they hop on an unfamiliar bike, according to data from the country?s largest motorcycle insurer, Progressive.
The study of almost 2 million motorcycle policies over a five-year period finds that riders who switch bikes are nearly 70 percent more likely to crash than riders who keep the same bike.
?Most people already know that riding can be especially dangerous for new bikers,? said Rick Stern, a Progressive motorcycle product manager who is also a rider. ?But our data shows that the less familiar you are with your bike, the more likely you are to be involved in a collision, regardless of your experience.?
The study also found cruiser riders who switch to sport bikes are three-and-a-half times more likely to crash. That?s more than double the risk they?d have than if they just switched to another cruiser.
Sport bikers, on the other hand, can reduce their risk by more than a third just by switching to a cruiser.
?We want experienced riders to know their risks so they can take extra precautions when they replace their bikes,? said Stern. ?It?s a good idea for riders to take their new bike out for a couple of shake down cruises in a parking lot before hitting the open road.?
Even people who have been riding for years can benefit from practicing the basics on their new bike, Stern said, including low-speed riding, turning, shifting and swerving, and higher-speed panic stopping.
After all, if the goal is to keep the dirty side down and the shiny side up, there?s no substitute for experience?and not just experience on the road, but also on the bike.
About Progressive
The Progressive Group of Insurance Companies, in business since 1937, is the country?s third largest auto insurance group and largest seller of motorcycle and personal watercraft policies based on premiums written, and is a market leader in commercial auto insurance.
Progressive is committed to becoming consumers? #1 choice for auto insurance by providing competitive rates and products that meet drivers? needs throughout their lifetimes, superior online and in-person customer service, and best-in-class, 24-hour claims service, including its concierge level of claims service available at service centers located in major metropolitan areas throughout the United States.
Progressive companies offer consumers choices in how to shop for, buy and manage their auto insurance policies. Progressive offers its products, including personal and commercial auto, motorcycle, boat and recreational vehicle insurance, through more than 30,000 independent insurance agencies throughout the U.S. and online and by phone directly from the Company. Private passenger auto products and prices are different when purchased directly from Progressive or through independent agencies. To find an agent or to get a quote, go to www.progressive.com .
The Common Shares of The Progressive Corporation, the Mayfield Village, Ohio-based holding company, are publicly traded at NYSE:PGR.
NEW S&S 50th ANNIVERSARY WEBSITE GOES LIVE– The new website is packed full of information about the historic event. Designed with an interactive approach, the site allows users to navigate easily from screen to screen and get a solid start on planning their weekend in La Crosse. Local businesses and community information is instantly available with just a few clicks of your mouse.
“We worked with the entire community to set the standard for a motorcycle rally in the United States,” said S&S president, Brett Smith. “We felt having a full feature website dedicated to supporting a rally such as our 50th Anniversary Celebration was a necessary part of that.” Smith went on to say, “When you have everyone involved and supporting an effort like this, the website is a seamless integration of everyone’s effort and the services they will provide the visiting enthusiasts, making their experience here one to remember.”
Visitors to the new site will be able to check out who is in the build, look at maps of the area, visit a live web cam of La Crosse, find campgrounds and hotels, book their seats on celebrity river cruises with the builders and shop for S&S 50th Anniversary apparel.
“Building this new site was both challenging and exciting, as it gave me an opportunity to use Web 2.0 technology and AJAX programming components,” said S&S Webmaster Kevin Sather. “Additionally, this new site is the groundwork for the new version of the S&S main website that will be introduced later this year.”
The S&S 50th Anniversary Celebration will take place June 27-29, 2008 in La Crosse, Wisconsin. The event will feature 50 of the world’s best builders creating 50 bikes, a celebration of S&S history and a community wide party to celebrate the event. .
REQUEST TO ALL STATE MOTORCYCLE RIGHTS ORGANIZATIONS AND NATIONAL RIGHTS GROUPS– As many of you now know, ABATE of California is closely monitoring an Appellate Court challenge to the validity of the enforcement of the mandatory helmet law here.
Our Board of Directors has voted in the majority to support this case fully. Furthermore, ABATE of California established the ABATE Judicial Fund in order to accept donations to assist in the legal costs of such litigation. ABATE made an initial contribution of $25,000.00 in establishing this fund. Our attorney is Wendy Lascher of Lascher & Lascher, Ventura, California. The administration of the funds is simple. Attorney submits an invoice for work done on the case, and we send payment.
This court case has four plaintiffs, Steve Barron, Steve Bianco, Pat Holmes and myself, Don Blanscet. No ownership of this case is claimed by any one organization or group, but instead belongs to the plaintiffs. Our opinion is that this case belongs to every motorcyclist in California. Steve Barron and Pat Holmes are past presidents of their ABATE Locals, and I’m the Executive Director of ABATE of California.
ABATE of California is officially asking that the various State Motorcycle Organizations help us win this important court case by donating to the ABATE Judicial Fund. Make checks payable and mail to: ABATE Of California; 10240 7th Ave; Hesperia, CA 92345-2631.
Furthermore, ABATE of California requests that the Motorcycle Riders Foundation and the American Motorcyclist Association support and encourage the SMRO’s around the country to financially assist this court case by donating to the ABATE Judicial Fund.
Additional documentation and history of the litigation in California is available upon request.
Respectfully,
–Don Blanscet
Executive Director
ABATE of California, Inc.
BIKERNET.COM LAUNCHES METRIC ARM–BIKERNETMETRIC.COM– Largest Custom Motorcycle Web Site Steps In To The Metric Cruiser Market With BikernetMetric.com.
Los Angeles, California, January 29, 2008: Bikernet.com, the online destination magazine for bikers who enjoy the V-Twin lifestyle, pulled the trigger on BikernetMetric.com to provide the metric cruiser market with the same high-quality tech tips, bike features and news that can be found on Bikernet.com.
The plan is to duplicate the success at Bikernet.com, which boasts a 70% annual increase in viewer ship and over 300,000 enthusiasts monthly perusing the vast Bikernet content over 600,000 times. Keith R. Ball met with Thunder Bob of Metric Thunder, Orange, California and Jeff Najar from Bikerpros.com, Southlake, TX to kick off BikernetMetric.com.
“Don’t look at me,” Ball said, “I can’t do it alone. We publish information about the American side, bikes, racing, events, and Bonneville bike-building action daily. I couldn’t handle BiernetMetric.com without Thunder Bob, Jeff Najar, Jason Douglas, George Najar, Matt Osias, George Fleming, Nyla Olsen, Josh Placa, Paul Garson, and contributors from all over the world. We will start this process slow and work up to a clamoring speed, trying to keep up with everything that moves in the Metric Cruiser Motorcycle Market.”
BikernetMetric.com is live with weekly news columns, bike features, event coverage, tech articles, new model introductions, and reviews. It’s designed to deliver the fun, achievements, ingenuity and freedom of riding metric cruisers here and overseas.
BikernetMetric.com will celebrate the first issue off ‘digital Metric press’ on Friday, February 1, 2008 at the V-Twin Expo in Cincinnati, OH.
Contact:
Jeff Najar, 919-383-0500 for publicity and press information
Bob Osias, 714-206-8333 for advertising rates.
IVIE RACING, LLC INTRODUCES AN INDUSTRY FIRST AUTOMATIC LOCKING MOTORCYCLE TRANSPORT DEVICE–Memphis, TN – January 24, 2008 – Ivie Racing, LLC, a Memphis, TN based developer and manufacturer of aftermarket parts for the motorcycle industry, introduces the industry’s first automatic locking, strapless motorcycle transport device. The Freestand is a patent pending device for safely and securely transporting a motorcycle without the use of straps to hold the bike in place on a trailer, truck bed, or transporter.
“The Freestand is unique in that it does not require the rider to do anything other than push the bike into the stand to secure it for transport or storage,” said Mark Ivie, inventor of The Freestand. “While there are other strapless transport devices on the market, this is the first that does not require the bike to be manually locked to the stand.”
No Pressure on the Suspension
Because the stand attaches to the motorcycle’s front forks, there is no pressure put on the suspension system that can cause the fork seals to leak. “Since there is no threat of destroying your fork seals, you can leave the bike in the stand indefinitely without the worry of too much pressure being put on the front suspension system,”said Ivie. “That is a benefit to many of us who use trailers to store our bikes.”
Other Uses for the Stand
For the off road bike owners, the stand can also be removed from the hauler and used as bike stand. Using the stand also saves space allowing for more bikes in the same amount of space or more room for gear and other items.
TWIN CAM S&S GEAR DRIVE TECH REVIEW– That was a really good article about the gear drive work. Pictures and descriptions were great! I s’pose the guy has been told this, but he looks like that B-list actor, Andy Dick…
Enjoy those gears. I can hear mine, but it’s actually kind of a cool noise….
–Hiway
We also need to mention the pushrod adjuster locking system. This particular set of pushrods have a stationary threaded shafts pressed into the aluminum pushrod. The tip is adjustable and the lock nut must jam against it and not the pushrod above.–Wrench
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