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Read More January 10, 2008 Part 2
By Bandit |
Continued From Page 1
ARIZONA SENATOR PUSHING HELMET LAW– Senator Julian Carroll, when he was governor decades ago, signed the first helmet law, but in recent years, lawmakers repealed that law. Now he says, because of the rising cost of health care, helmets need to be mandated again.
“Is that once they (riders) get injured, and their chance of survival isn’t that great without helmets, but if they survive, the state ends up picking up the bill,” says Sen. Carroll, D-Frankfort.
And, Carroll says many times the taxpayers end up ultimately paying more. But he says passing a helmet law isn’t very likely this session, because many lawmakers oppose the bill.
Carroll says some say helmets restrict the ability of riders to turn their heads and see traffic. Others tell him they don’t agree with his assessment of higher health costs because crash victims can’t pay for their own life long care.
“What I’m talking about is those individuals who end up getting a head injury and it’s so significant that they require hospitalization or care the rest of their lives,” says Carroll.
I find this statement below offensive and prejudice against the motorcycle community. For the lack of research you as the author of this article is very one-sided and a great disappointment in your report on this subject.. “but if they survive, the state ends up picking up the bill,” says Sen. Carroll, D-Frankfort.”
1. There is not a list of approved helmets, NO LIST-NOW LAW!
2. NHTSA and NTSB and DOT do NOT certify or approve helmets. This is left up toeach helmet manufacturer.
3. NHTSA contracts Performance Test ONLY according to of a hand full of helmets each year ( not always the case) from May through September. There are thousands of helmets in the NHTSA data base, a number of these are still being sold on the shelf today, this does NOT include counterfeit helmets. For the NHTSA and the NTSB to continue this thirty year+ BAND-AID for all the Amputee, Paraplegic, TBI, Blunt Force Trauma survivors isas antiquated as the test equipment and helmet debate they use today.
4. VMT (Vehicle Miles Traveled) is the basis for motorcycle Injuries and Fatalities. This data is skewed and inaccurate as stated by both the NHTSA and the NTSB, and DOT. NOT every state has participated in collecting this data over the last thirty+ years….
–Garry Van Kirk W8LESSROTORS SMASH DOT STANDARDS–W8LESSROTORS HAVE BEEN TESTED IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD 122-02 TEST , AND WITH APPROVED FRICTION MATERIALS . W8LESSROTORS MEET AND EXCEED ALL FEDERAL STOPPING DISTANCE REQUIREMENTS . 1ST EFFECTIVENESS TEST ( BREAK IN PERIOD ) FINAL EFFECTIVENESS TEST ( EXTENDED USE ) –Ray See The Installation Tech on the home page of Bikernet.com.–Wrench ROLAND SANDS DESIGN, INC. TO RELEASE “NEW BLOOD: THESTORY OF THE KRV5 TRACKER” DVD — The DVD Details the Storied Backgrounds of Both “King” Kenny Roberts and Roland Sands As TheyCollaborate to Build a MotoGP-Powered Custom Motorcycle WHAT: Roland Sands Design, Inc. has made available media screeners of “New Blood: TheStory of the KRV5 Tracker” in preparation for the film’s Summer 2007 release. The much anticipated DVD follows the development of a MotoGP-powered custommotorcycle and details the trials and tribulations of building such a unique andinnovative piece of history. Sands’ design of the concept bike pays tribute to early1900s Boardtrack racers. The engine supplied by legendary MotoGP race team, KennyRoberts Racing, is a 200 horsepower V5 engine – the only engine to be released fromtheir United Kingdom design facility. The KRV5 Tracker project unites theunparalleled racing history and technical know-how of Team Roberts with thegroundbreaking design of Roland Sands. Roberts was aware of Sands’ road racingpedigree, but it was Sands’ Discovery Channel Biker Build Off episode that turnedRoberts onto Sands’ talent as a motorcycle designer and builder. After an introductionto his childhood hero at the 2005 Laguna Seca MotoGP race, Sands had one of Roberts’prized KRV5 engines on its way to his La Palma, CA studio. The DVD also contains special features including interviews with Nicky Hayden, ArlenNess, and Long Jump World Record Breaker Trigger Gumm along with the building ofGumm’s latest jump bike. CONTACT: For more information on “New Blood” as well as images and RSD products, pleasecontact Erika Decker at 714-228-8481 or Erika@rolandsands.com BIKERNET PHOTO ART EXHIBIT OF THE WEEK–I was riding down I-95 today with the laptop on the seat trying to help a screaming pissed off customer on the other end of the cell phone and I came upon this brother. Riding south, not a care in the world, his vest flapping in the wind and as I hit the shutter button – none of it mattered. Take it all in, HELP CUB SCOUT PACK 761 AT–Rollin’ Sixes Choppers–Car and Bike Show,With Proceeds Benefiting Cub Scout Pack 761Hundreds of Vehicles, Door Prizes, and Family Entertainment. Saturday, Jan. 26, 2008 Littleton Elementary School on Littleton Road, North Fort Myers.Bring A Can Food for Littleton Elementary Food Drive. Space is limited. Pre-Registration is highly recommended. Visit http://pack761.clubspaces.com for more detailsCar Show Registration Form (please print legibly) JJ SOLARI BOOK PRINTED AND READY TO ROCK THE WORLD–That’s right. Solari madness is now available to the entire world. There’s terrible pet stories, funeral madness and out-of-this-world parties. It’s sick copy like you’ve never, ever read before. Write JJ for more info: jcatsec8@yahoo.com BIKERNET TECH OF THE WEEK, RHINO COATINGS FOR BIKES–I’m writing 1- to wish you a great and successful New Year and 2, I saw a very impressive product demonstration on TV recently. About two years ago I goaded two of my friends to spray their bikes with Rhino Liner truck bed coating since the flat and denim black finishes were very popular anyway. One owned a Buell and the other a 1200 Sporty. Both on plastic and sheet metal the finishes were aesthetically perfect (professionally applied of course). The durability had yet to be tested. The Buell had a low speed lay down about six months later that resulted in faint surface scratching (at 35 mph). The Sporty, after having a girder front end installed without modifying the kickstand, had a tendency to fall over standing in moderate to high wind conditions. The owner actually bragged about his bike being able to get kicked over, not get a single nick or scratch and fire up and run. It’s hit the deck 10-12 times without a single noticeable defect in the finish. Now onto the show. Discovery Channel has a new show called Smash Lab coming on this and every Wednesday after. The preview I saw had them trying to test the true capacity of Rhino Liner and whether it could be used to protect buildings from collapsing when explosives are used. They rigged up a pickup truck with ALOT of explosives without the liner, the results need to be seen to truly appreciate the excess of damage. Another truck with the liner and the same blast did extraordinarily well. They also hit it with buckshot at close range and as a concrete wall liner. All with varying degrees of success, but all impressive. If you find time check it out or tape it. It’s pretty cool. And I’ve seen first hand how tough this shit really is. For the price (Both my buddies paid $150 for their skins and tins each) you really can’t beat the look, durability or protection (sparking or shearing on impact) offered by this product. Enjoy and thanks again for the help with that ’07 Sportster clutch effort issue, my customer is very satisfied. Hope to see you and Jared Peterson at Bike Week. –Joel R Mercado TWO-BIT CHOPPERS DEBUTS NEW, SLIMMER HIPO BILLET AIR CLEANER– MILLIKEN, CO – Since its release three years ago, the Two-Bit Choppers HiPo Billet line of air cleaners has become the intake of choice for riders who crave maximized performance and show stopping good looks. Now we’re set to change the game again, with the introduction of a new, slimmer design option. Nearly a full inch narrower, these new air cleaners not only provide for greater knee clearance but still offer a surplus of flow capacity for most applications. As with all of Two-Bit’s products, the HiPo Billet line is 100-percent made in the U.S.A. using only the finest materials and craftsmanship. For more information contact: –Justin @ Two-Bit Choppers THE BUCKSHOT PRODUCT REVIEW– How many times have ya tried to squeeze that last few drops of dead dinosaur inta yer gas tank an’ only succeeded in dribblin’ it down yer paint job like slobber from a droolin’ dog? Yeah, I thought so. I’ve tried pullin’ the little rubber boot on the nozzle back, but then it won’t shut off by itself, an’ before ya know it, gas is sprayin’ all over like a shook-up beer. Not only is that bad fer yer wax job, but every drop ya spill is just more money in the OPEC boys’ pockets. Plus, if yer like me, ya just hate buyin’ another rattle-can of Rustoleum ta do a re-paint on yer scoot every time ya fill up! The other day, I ran across a handy little gadget that’s helped me solve the problem of gettin’ my tank full while keepin’ gas off my paint. It’s called Big Al’s McCuff. Ya just slip it on the nozzle before ya stick the nozzle in yer tank, an’ it lets ya fill up right ta the brim without spillin’ a drop. If you’ve got a hotrod, a boat, or most anything that takes gasoline, the McCuff will work on it, too. It even comes with its own carryin’ case. Their website; www.mccuff.com, has a press release an’ a video showin’ ya the McCuff in action. I took the McCuff ta the gas station, followed the instructions, an’ it worked just like it’s supposed to. (It’ll also save me a bundle on rattle-cans an’ maskin’ tape!) The McCuff retails for $23.95, but if ya head on over ta their website, they’ll make ya a special deal on yours! Or call ’em at 1-888-762-2833. BELT DRIVE LIFESAVER STILL AVAILABLE–New longer 5/16 cap screws and spacers are onlyrequired on some application with 1 1/4-inch or greater offsetpulley inserts. Installer needs to check and verify fastener lengthrequirements before performing installation. The lockplate plus _-inch long spacers total _ thickness.You should have a minimum of the same amount of thread deptas the original capscrew plus the additional _-inch of screwfastener. The Lockplate is intended to be installed after thecrankshaft nut has been properly torqued to specification. Theoriginal pulley insert bolts must remain in place until the belt isin place and the crankshaft nut fully torqued. Remove the original bolts, fit the new Lockplate assemblyonto the nut with spacers if necessary and install the new longerbolts. They are available for BDL or Primo Belt drives. Source: MMA OF ARIZONA CALL TO ACTION–Bikers are losing this poll by a large margin. Online Poll Question:Should Kentucky enact a helmet law for motorcycles?Yes, all motorcyclists should wear a helmet.No, motorcyclists should have the choice to not wear a helmet. –from mma-az.org Take a second, dial this up and vote for Freedom.–Renegade BIKERNET COLORADO WEATHER REPORT–2008 has just begun and it’s been a little rough. A lot of negative shit on the home front. If your not a skier the weather in Colorado has sucked for about 6 weeks now. As you might be able to tell I’m not a winter person. Got home from work today and there was a package from you guys on the door step. Man that was way too cool, sort of made everything just a little more bearable. Just wanted to say thanks……….Will MAXINE SAYS THIS ABOUT MINORITIES– We need to show more sympathy for these people. They travel miles in the heat. I’m not talking about illegal Mexicans; Doesn’t it seem strange that many Democrats and Republicans are willing to lavish all kinds of social benefits on illegal’s, but don’t support our troops and their families with sufficient healthcare, rehabilitation facilities, retraining and education when they return. –from Ross P. Continued On Page 3
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o $15.00 per vehicle includes driver, one guest, for Pre-Registered vehicles only.
o $20.00 Day of show.
o Vehicle Pre Registration must be postmarked by Friday January 11, 2008. NO EXCEPTIONS. After that date everyone pay’s $20.00 at the gate. All pre-registration entries must complete the pre-registration form. Registration form can be obtained on http://pack761.clubspaces.com or by e-mailing smokum1@yahoo.com or ladyzirk@yahoo.com or by providing all of the information needed with their check. An e-mail gate pass must be displayed during entry. Cars arriving without a gate pass will be charged $20.00 per vehicle.
o Sorry, no refunds. All participants get admission into the show during show hours.
o Gates open at 8:00am.Registration will open at 9:00AM. All vehicles must be parked by 11:00AM. Car Judging begins at 12:00 noon. Packets will be given to each car when entering the show area. The packet will include the Show Vehicle Information Form. This form MUST be filled out and displayed on the front windshield during the show. Cars not displaying the Vehicle Information Form will be asked to leave the show area.
o Vehicles must arrive together to park together. No spaces can be saved due to parking constraints.
o The Awards Ceremony will be at 4:00PM. Vehicles may leave the grounds at 5:00PM once deemed safe.
o Rain or Shine the event goes on.
o For updated space availability please call Heather 239-699-3382.
o No overnight parking, NO Alcohol. Family Fun. Food and Drink will be available with all proceeds going to Pack 761.
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kirk@kirkscustoms.com
They risk their lives crossing a border.
They don’t get paid enough wages.
They do jobs that others won’t do or are afraid to do.
They live in crowded conditions among a people who speak a different language.
They rarely see their families, and they face adversity all day, every day.
I’m talking about our troops!
January 10, 2008 Part 1
By Bandit |
Whatta Week,
I’m stressing. The sun hasn’t been out in days, and I’m beginning to get a sense of winters in Seattle. I like those warm rays. My stress level is exaggerated this week ’cause we’re filming the Sturgis Rider Live Talk Show at the Bikernet Headquarters on Saturday, and I’m the goddamn host. How the hell did I get wrapped up in this? Our guests include the Executive Editor of Hot Bike, Eric “the quiet man” Ellis, Deacon Jones, blues legend, Gard Hollinger of LA Chop Rods, and Sin Wu in the Kitchen, plus the Charlie Brechtel Biker Blues Band.
Something that eases the stress is all the good shit flying around this industry. A Hamster brother of mine, Jim Waggaman, of Air Streem Studios, and his co-worker Chris built a custom 1980 Yamaha SX for a shop helper who was down on his luck. We will feature it next week and it will be the first bike feature posted in the Bikernet Metric area due to be launched in January.
The Bikernet crew did the same for a longtime writer in this industry who had to sell his motorcycle to pay the rent. We dug up a Sportster and got him back on the road. So you’ll witness more articles on Sportsters over the coming months.
Finally Dr. Terry notified me that Time Magazine (Dec. 7) touted the custom motorcycle industry as a cool find for enhancing collections, and they spoke of Roger Bourget and Desmosedici RR as wild builders to consider. In the same month Forbes exclaimed the same virtues on our industry with Kid Rock, Russel Mitchell and Paul Cox as examples of fine two-wheeled artists. I didn’t know Kid Rock built bikes? So with that, and the fact that the bizarre liquor, Absinthe, is back after a 95-year ban, let’s hit the news:
D&D DUELIES AVAILABLE NOW ON 2008 FLT & FLH HOGS– D&D Performance Enterprises is shipping D&D Duelies for 2008 FLT and FLH Harley-Davidson motorcycles that are designed to deliver a super clean look to the rear cylinder and provide a proper dual exhaust system.
In conjunction with the D&D Duelies, enthusiasts can run D&D high-performance slip-ons, Screamin’ Eagle slip-ons or any factory compatible slip-on pipe.
The cross over pipe has been removed and that produces a super clean look that the bike was begging for. Enthusiasts choose the D&D Duelies because:
1. Show-quality chrome
2. Look good and sound great
3. Easy to install – no fabrication
4. Can use D&D, stock or Screamin’ Eagle Slipons
Checkout D&D Duelies and all of the Harley performance pipes at danddexhaust.com.
HORST DOES IT AGAIN, BONNEVILLE BOOK ON THE FASTEST MOTORCYCLES ON EARTH–It is the great white emptiness in the middle of the Utah desert, with the gleaming bright lights of historic Wendover on the horizon: The Bonneville Salt Flats. For six decades, speed freaks from all over the world have met at this place to push the limits one step, one mile one kilometer further – using cars, trucks, rockets, streamliners and: motorcycles. Renowned motorcycle and custombike journalist Horst R?sler (Roesler) attended his first SCTA Speed Trials at Bonneville in 2000 – and immediately fell for the fascination of Land Speed Record racing and the scenic landscape.
Attending the BUB-Motorcycle Speed Trials in 2004 and especially 2006, when the 16-year old Land Speed Record was broken first by Rocky Robinson, 2 days later again by Chris Carr, R?sler’s eye on the event is that of a photographer, technician and highly investigative enthusiast, making the book a primer and must-read source for every salt flat newcomer. Both images and straight-to-the-point information, based on countless interviews with the Main players and most experienced riders on the salt, offer a comprehensive and packed information for every newcomer to Land Speed Racing and in particular to the special challenges of the Bonneville Salt Flats.
Based on previewed information from this book, made available by the author during conception, Team Swiss PERFORMANCE raced and won 8 new american and 8 world-records at the 2007 BUB-Speed Trials.As the book did not include all chapters written for it, due to the amount of data, the european website for land speed enthusiasts www.salt-shakers.com will publish some of those storys. An exhibition showing some of the images from this book and other Land Speed Record work from the MOTOGRAPHER is in preparation and will be available for Motorcycle-events, fairs and shows all around the globe (contact motographer@t-online.de).
The book is available through the usual book shop channels, using the ISBN number and the Custom Chrome Europe dealer network. Check the websites: www.custom-chrome-europe.com, www.wolfpub.com
Bonneville – the fastest Motorcycles on Earth, Dipl.-Ing. Horst R?sler, Wolfgang Publishing/Motorbooks International 2007, 144 pages, colour, format 10 x 10 Inch mm, US-$ 29.95, ISBN 1929133456
Horst R?sler
Werrastr. 26
60486 Frankfurt/Main
Germany
Tel./Fax: Germany/69/77 22 87
cell(europe) +49 172 – 69 56 338
e-Mail motographer@t-online.de
www.motographer.de or www.hr-f.de
BIKERNET JIMS TOOL OF THE WEEK–Clutch Lock Plate,Use to lock clutch shell to clutch hub, for removing or installing clutchhub nut.
Use with JIMS tool No.2316.
No.2245 – Use on Big Twin 1941-84.
Suggested Retail: $69.90
–JT Lepien
www.jimsusa.com
JOHN PARHAM OF J&P CYCLES RACES A SPORTSTER STREAMLINER–
J&P Cycles? President John Parham talks about running at Bonneville and getting his S&S Sportster engine with a Zippers top end to run like a scalded cat.
His motivation to sink a ton of money into racing on the salt? The movie “The World’s Fastest Indian,” which chronicled New Zealander Burt Munro and his 1920 Indian motorcycle.
Checkout more interviews and programming in Bikernet Studio by clicking here.
AHDRA HEADQUARTERS ANNOUNCES IMPORTANT NEWS REGARDING THE 2008 SCHEDULE.PHOENIX EVENT MOVED TO SPEEDWORLD; CALIFORNIA AND VEGAS OFF THE SCHEDULE FOR 2008.–The All Harley Drag Racing Association (AHDRA) has announced immediate revisions to the 2008 Screamin’ Eagle Performance Parts Championship Series schedule that was originally released in early December.
The first announcement affects the Phoenix, AZ, event scheduled on March 29th and 30th. Although those dates will remain the same, the event location has been changed to Speedworld Dragstrip in Wittman, AZ.
Located approximately 20 miles from Phoenix, the facility has undergone notable improvements since AHDRA’s last appearance there in 2000.
AHDRA President Craig Tharpe explained that the reason for the move from the previous location (Firebird International Raceway) was a result of scheduling conflicts and concerns expressed over the track’s length that is needed for the high-powered Top Fuel bikes. “Ultimately, the track was not available on our desired dates, and fortunately for everyone involved, Speedworld was available,” he noted.
“Our efforts were to keep the event in the Phoenix area and in conjunction with the opening weekend of Arizona Bike Week activities,” Tharpe continued. “Speedworld Dragstrip actually puts us closer to a lot of the Bike Week activities”.
The most significant changes to the AHDRA 2008 schedule come at the season’s end, as AHDRA has announced that it will not hold national events in Pomona, CA, or Las Vegas, NV, in 2008.
The Strip at Las Vegas Motor Speedway (LVMS) has been hosting AHDRA’s Championship Finals for many years. Unfortunately, efforts to secure a suitable date for 2008 were unsuccessful.
According to Chris Blair, Vice President of Racing Operations at LVMS, the facility will be hosting a major special event at the Drag Strip in November of 2008. Details on that event are not yet available, but Blair said final details would be coming soon.
AHDRA President Tharpe said that it has always been a risk holding the event in mid-November with uncertain weather conditions, and moving the event any later would certainly not be an option. “It turned out that there were no availabilities in October due to AHDRA’s secured and established Rockingham date and with the NHRA event already scheduled at LVMS,” he pointed out. Tharpe went on to say that while it is a huge change and thus an adjustment for the organization, they would try to make the best of it. “We will sit it out in 2008 and see what happens in 2009,” he said.
The impact of the Las Vegas cancellation has additional implications-namely, by forcing the cancellation of the Pomona, CA event as a national points race.
With the AHDRA Championship finals consuming three full days of racing, it is not possible for the finals to be held in Pomona because of numerous noise restriction curfews and limitations imposed on the allowed number of race days at the facility.
“We were barely able to get in our standard two-day event before nightfall at the facility-which does not have permanent track lighting,” Tharpe stated. “With the large number of competitors turning out for the final race of the year, it would not be possible to secure enough track time to accommodate our event at Pomona Raceway.”
Tharpe and many key members involved with California Bike Week and the Love Ride worked together for a great length of time to implement AHDRA’s involvement in the 2007 Pomona event and Tharpe says that he is still talking with the group to explore other possibilities available to maintain the valuable relationship.
AHDRA’s Championship Finals will now be held October 10-12 at the Screamin’ Eagle Performance Parts Nationals in Rockingham, NC.
Tharpe explained that the Rockingham event is already one of the largest on the AHDRA schedule, and hosting the National Championship Finals there could bring phenomenal growth to the already successful event.
“Thankfully, we had already extended the Rockingham event to three days for 2008, which made it possible to easily move the finals there,” he commented.
“Steve Earwood and the staff at Rockingham Dragway are a fantastic group and provide an excellent track for us. Last year, at least nine national records were set at the event. With the fan popularity already established, bringing the AHDRA National Championships there could make it an all-around record-setting event”.
The season-end turn of events will also affect AHDRA’s National Championship Banquet, normally held on the Monday following the Finals in Vegas. Tharpe said that a date and location for the 2008 banquet have yet to be determined, but will be forthcoming.
AHDRA’s Screamin’ Eagle Performance Parts Championship Series will now host eleven national points events in 2008 and one non-points event in Sturgis, SD.
AHDRA contestants may choose ten races to be used in calculating National Championship points.
W8LESS ROTORS CHECKS IN–Haulin ass early Thursday, from San Jose to Los Angelers, E T A before 6:00 eve, Bikernet headquarters.
Just a quick thank you from the w8less team. THANKS …. From the president , engineers and stock holders of W8lessrotors we THANK YOU for the terrific and timely rotor installation that was published in FIRST NEWS OF THE YEAR.
Your ability to provide an instant news outlet is an invaluable tool , with TIMELY AND ACCURATE reporting .
NO SUCH THING AS STALE NEWS ON THE BIKERNET WEB SITE .
LOOK FOR ….. RAY C WHEELER IND. L.L.C. YOUR W8LESSROTOR connection . Feb. 2-4 CINCY BOOTH #867 Feb. 15-18 INDY BOOTH # 6512
Response to your tech article has been great , web site traffic has increased, as well as phone calls. Which will translate into satisfied customers, GLOBALLY .
Looking forward to listening to Charlie Brechtel Band and partying with SoCal builders and industry leaders.
Heard a rumor the Michele Smith may be there ??? WOW….. What a lady ….
Ya just never know who might show up , small world .LET’S ROCK N ROLL ….
–Ray
NC HELMET LAW FIGHT–Last summer, I spent a lot of time, as an individual citizen, presenting arguments against helmet law and enforcement. I was the only biker in Raleigh to request motion for repeal on the grounds of vagueness, in house and senate judiciary committees.
Last September, we introduced bikercourt.com and the Ticket Information Tracking System (T.I.T.S.) at
If the case goes to trial and the biker is wearing anything on their head that could be construed as a helmet, we have won cases under the old law, and stand a strong chance of winning many trials under the new statute also. You can register at bikercourt.com and help anyone log helmet tickets. There are a couple lawyers we speak with, but most of us who are providing assistance to anyone are not lawyers, so the best we can do, legally, is to inform people of many valid arguments against to support our preposition that the statute and the standard it references are vague, and the ways in which lawful enforcement is likely to have many problems.
We have been teaching people how to understand their rights during a roadside stop. It is amazing how many people don’t have a clue, answering questions they do not need to answer, and allow a search. A helmet is personal property, and roadside stops should not be reason to prompt FMVSS 218 compliance testing without consent to search, particularly since the only full testing includes destruction of the helmet.
On the Anniversary of the Boston Tea Party, we began encouraging all motorcyclists to put electrical tape over their helmets DOT label, or paint over them, or label over them, as is their right as owner of the helmet. This is not a violation of federal law, and would totally screw up all plans for enforcement if all motorcyclists did this, because LE plans to ticket all people wearing helmets with no DOT label.
On New Years Day we organized and helped organize helmet protest rides in 4 counties. You might have seen the news reports and videos. We will build on this momentum with more protest actions.
Freedom Rides in the Counties – throughout Feb and MarPaul Revere Rides, need organizers in all counties….April 18th.Patriots Day Rally, Raleigh April 19thOpening Day of the Legislature, May 13thSOB Party, May 17th South of the Border, Dillon SC2nd Annual East Coast Helmet Law Protest and Freedom Ride, Dillon SC
We are also writing to federal and state officials, and preparing press releases to show all that the helmet statute is unconstitutional and is being unlawfully enforced.
To find out more, get on the boltcarolinas mailing list at http://autos.groups.yahoo.com/group/boltcarolinas/ , membership in BOLT is not required to get on the list. Also, register at http://bikercourt.com/portal/ , and watch for information at the Carolinas Full Throttle Magazine.
–Janice “jan” MacKay
Director,
Co-Director,
Publisher, www.bikersmag.com
RED TAG SALE AT METRIC THUNDER ON WILLY & MAX– As functional as it is good looking – This Willie & Max Gray Thunder Studded Max-Pax Tour Pack is on Red Tag and that means you can take $50 off at Metric Thunder now. The Super Max-Pax tour pack is designed for everyday use, not just the once a year rally or road trip.
This large trunk allows you to take more than just your rain gear when going on trips, without jeopardizing your center of gravity. The Nickel-plated D-rings give you the ability to bungee additional items on top of the tour pack. Looks great and wears like iron. Only 5 Left In Stock Get your Willie & Max Gray Thunder Studded Max-Pax Tour Pack now.
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January 03, 2008 Part 2
By Bandit |
Continued From Page 1
HAPPY NEW YEAR FROM WHIPLASH–Happy New Year to all in Bikernet land. Have an adult libation on me!
Live it up this year,
Whiplash Biker Photog
mailto:whiplash@photo.net
COMFORT MAX GEL PADS–Now Available in Genuine Sheepskin CoversANAHEIM HILLS, CA: DECEMBER 27, 2006–American Motorcycle Specialties, USA (www.amspecialtiesusa.com) announces its innovative new line of Comfort Max Gel Pads designed to offer today’s riders unparalleled comfort on any bike, or any style of riding has added genuine Australian sheepskin as its newest cover option. The sheepskin cover provides increased comfort and allows air to circulate, virtually eliminating perspiration.
The comprehensive gel pad line features four different sizes designed to fit any motorcycle seating configuration. At the core of the Comfort Maxï Gel Pad is an advanced Viscoelastic molded gel used in medical and sports applications. Its unique properties include the elimination of pressure points or “Hot Spots” which can cause rider discomfort. In addition to absorbing vibration, small bumps and road irregularities, it can be preheated or cooled to add comfort in adverse weather.
Comfort Max Gel Pads feature a unique, maximum grip bottom. This rubberized surface prevents the pad from sliding off the seat and does not require the use of permanent straps. Each pad comes with an adjustable, easy-off strap for additional security. You just put the pad on the seat and ride away. When you make a stop, just take the pad with you or toss it in your saddlebag.
Available in five sizes to fit any seating application:
Buddy Pad 11″ x 7″ wide
Medium Pad 12″ x 12″ x 5″
Large Pad 14″ x 11″ x 8″ wide
Jumbo 16.5″ x 12″ x 9″ wide front.
Ortho-Deluxe 18 x 17x 6″
Comfort Max Gel Pads are priced from $69.95 to $124.95 or online at: www.amspecialtiesusa.com
To contact AMS directly, please write to: American Motorcycle Specialties
2944 Salmon River Circle
Westlake Village, CA 91362
Phone (800) 710-7237
E-mail: help@amspecialtiesusa.com
USED BIKE MANIA AT LIFESTYLE CYCLES–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
2004 AMERICAN IRONHORSE LSC!CRAZY LOW PRICE!!
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2005 HARLEY DAVIDSON SPORTSTER 1200
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In essence, it would seem that Lance came over to the UK with at least one HD 883 Sportster engine, which he then put in a Norton Featherbed and competed on, with great success on short circuits here in the UK in 1967.
Mark, my husband, has always wanted to build such a bike, getting an array of parts, engine, frame, tank etc together in the late ’80s/early ’90s, but then in 1993, along came the plan to reopen the Ace and he sold all the bikes that he had in pieces, so it never got built…until S&S came along!
LONDON’S ACE CAFE CELEBRATING ’70TH BIRTHDAY–Ace Cafe London is looking forward to celebrating the cafe’s ’70thanniversary in 2008 is some very special ways, central to which is theproduction of a Limited Edition series of 100 S&S powered Ace Cafe Racersand the building of a unique competition bike, to be called ‘Little MissDynamite’, especially for the S&S Cycle 50th anniversary celebration, andto be unveiled at this S&S event to be held in La Crosse (the home of S&S),Wisconsin, USA, in June 2008.
Based on the ‘Speed Thrills’ and ‘Burn Up’ legacy that is the very coreessence of the cafe, its culture and its heritage, and with a unique S&S50th anniversary engine at its heart, these “Built in Britain – Powered byAmerica” Ace Cafe Racer machines will be the ultimate Cafe Racers,bringing together Ace Cafe London and internationally renowned, London based bike builder Nick Gale, under the umbrella of a new company, StonebridgeMotor Co, with premises located close to the cafe in the Wembley area ofLondon, England.
The primary purpose of Stonebridge Motor Company is the manufacture of AceCafe Racer motorcycles:
For more information about Ace and what we are doing, whether bikes, cars orrock n roll, check out items in the diary and ‘News’ sections of:www.ace-cafe-london.com
Coming soon, Stonebridge Motor Co’s website: www.acecaferacer.com
For info on Stonebridge Motor Co, email:nick@nickgalecustoms.co.uk
MARK WILSMORE
Managing Director
Ace Cafe London
Tel: ++44 (0)20 8961 1000
Fax: ++44 (0)20 8965 0161
Website: www.ace-cafe-london.com
Ace Cafe London
Ace Corner
North Circular Road
Stonebridge
London
NW10 7UD
FAKE TEXAS DOT VEHICLE HAULS DRUGS–This Texas DOT Vehicle (which turned out to be a Fake) was stopped by an alert DPS Trooperon I-10 between San Antonio and Seguin, TX.
This illegal Mexican immigrant-dude “cloned” a Texas DOT Truck and got bustedsmuggling drugs… I wonder how long they got away with it before they got busted?
Let’s give them more of our welfare money, more of our Social Security money,and raise your taxes to fund their free-ride here in America . ! (If this same guygets busted in Mexico, he is put away and never heard from again in your lifetime….) And we’ll spank his hand and turn him loose to do it again !!!
–from Fatbob
BIG BOAR PRODUCTS TITL-A-HITCH– BIG Boar Products’ newest release, the TiltAHitch, won the 2007 Best New Product Award at the SEMA show when it was shown for the first time.
The TiltAHitch is a load-leveling trailer hitch that allows users to safely and easily tilt a trailer to any desired angle while safely secured. It is claimed to make loading, unloading and hauling motorcycles faster, easier and safer.
The black powder-coated hitch mounts to a standard 2in receiver and works on any ball-mount trailer. A Pintle Hook design will be available shortly, too.
The TiltAHitch has met or exceeded the requirements for a class 4 (6-10,000 lbs GVWR) Weight Carrying Hitch in accordance with the Society of American Engineers J684 test and the Vehicle Equipment Safety Commission Regulation V-5 test.
BIG BOAR PRODUCTS
Loudon, Tennessee, USA
Tel: 865 458 8640
E-mail:
STURGIS RIDER LIVE TALK SHOW COMES TO BIKERNET.COM–The Sturgis Rider Live Talk Show is scrambling to California to set up a studio to film a biker talk show at the Bikernet Headquarters with Bandit as the host. Some of the guests include Michelle Smith of Speed Vision fame, Gard Hollinger of Build or Bust, Deacon Jones, the Blues Legend, an Iraqi Veteran, Layla cooking for the Biker audience, Randy Aron from Cycle Visions, Eric Ellis, the executive editor of HOT BIKE Magazine, Bill Hayes, the most articulate biker in America and more. We’ll have surprise guests, knockout girls and the Charlie Brechtel Blue Band to keep us smilin’. Hang on for more reports.
TRIBUTE TO DAVID MANN–
David Mann (September 10, 1940 – September 11, 2004) was an American artist famous for his paintings of motorcycles and biker culture. David Mann’s paintings are flying across the screen on the music of Bob Seger “Roll Me Away”. Produced by Burt Corbinson.
Checkout more interviews and programming at Bikernet TV.
AMA ELECTION BALLOTS WANTED– January 1, 2008 – Last call for sending in election ballots, and planning for the near future of the AMA:http://www.amadirectlink.com/news/2007/AMABoardelections.asp
(Amesbury, MA) AMA members who reside in its Northeast and Southeast Regions have until January 15, 2008 to send in their vote for two “member seats” on the AMA Board of Directors, by returning the official ballots that were in the last issue of the American Motorcyclists Magazine. Only official ballots will be counted. Life members who do not receive the magazine can request ballots be sent to them via the above link.
AMA members can have a ‘say’ in how the AMA operates and its priorities. But it takes individuals who are leaders nationwide to become an AMA member, get nominated, and get elected from your Regions, and/or support those who support your priorities,
As many of us know from our involvement in our State Motorcyclists Rights Organizations, politics and public policy is not a spectator sport. And the same is true with “member” organizations, whether they have 100 members or 290,000 members. Its those who participate are the ones who call the shots, sets the priorities and the organizations’ agendas.
As a candidate for the Northeast Region seat…http://www.AMANERegion.com
..I urge all riders who are leaders to get involved take a hold of the AMA.
The AMA Board of Directors consists of 12 positions. Six of those are from Industry and AMA members have no “say” in who those Industry Directors are. But as AMA members we have a “say” in who will be our six Regional Directors, and who might balance the Board to ensure the “rights” of motorcyclists and the future of motorcycling, remains a number one priority of the AMA.
It may take three years, but the opportunity exists for members to stack one-half of the AMA Board of Directors with six leaders from the motorcyclists rights community. And that Plan begins NOW with this Election for the Northeast and Southeast seats, and continues with nominations each May and elections in early 2009, 2010 and 2011.
After this January 15, 2008 election, in May – nominations will begin for January 15, 2009 elections of the Southeast Region and South Central Region.
In May 2009, nominations for the January 15, 2010 elections of the North Central Region and Northwest Region will be held.
In May, 2010, nominations for the January 15, 2011 election of Northeast Region and Southwest Region will be held.Thereafter, the term of office of each Director, regardless of Class, shall be for three years. Each director shall hold office until a successor is elected.
I appreciate and thank all the SMRO leaders, AMA Clubs and Promoters in the 13-State AMA Northeast Region, for all the work and support you’ve given me in this election to the AMA Board of Directors. I hope I win. But once I win, . . . I’ll need company on the Board. Your company, your leadership, your vision.
So begin with me now, and let’s work 2009 through 2011 to get motorcyclists rights leaders on the AMA Board of Directors, and take back the AMA for its members.
Paul W. Cote
ClaimsCote@aol.com
BE SURE TO CHECK OUT AMA BOD CANDIDATE PAUL COTE’S WEBSITE:
http://www.AMANERegion.com
HANG IT UP IN STYLE–No matter if you’re looking for a really cool gift or need a place to hang your jackets and keys in style these new bike deco RACKS from SoftBrake are just the ticket. As functional as they are eye catching each COAT RACK is laser cut from 10 gauge cold rolled steel while the KEY RACK is cut from 16 gauge. Available powder coated in your choice of silver, blue, red, black or white; SoftBrake RACKS are pre-drilled for easy mounting.
KEY RACKS retail for $25.00 each and the COAT RACK goes for $35.00. Better yet, you can get a matching pair for just $55.00.
For complete details and ordering call 951-549-9954 or check the Web at
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January 03, 2008 Part 1
By Bandit |
Hey,
Can you believe it? The Holidays are caput, finished. Even at this old age, I feel a loss after Christmas tree light are unplugged. But don’t go away mad, this year promises a new, more lively spirit. There’s something in the bleak harbor air, hovering over the Bikernet Headquarters, like a typhoon season warning.
I’m rambling, but it’s true. This weekend, barely into the year, the Easyriders Show season kicks off with the ER Pomona Bike Show, with a new centerfold competition, bands, babes and all the new customs on the scene for 2008. Hang on as John Green and his lovely crew, keeps the tour alive all over the country for seven weeks runnin’. They’ll hit Pomona, then Vancouver, Sacramento, Charlotte, Memphis, Dallas and Columbus for the Invitational.
We rock from there right to Daytona for Bike week and the season is kicked off with enough action to fry eggs on all the freeways in the country. Let’s hit the news. Just thinking about the first couple of months makes my head spin. At the end of the news I’ll lay out just the first month of this year and our Assalt Weapan plans for the World’s Fastest Panhead.
STURGIS RIDER LIVE CONTEST WINNER SPEAKS OUT–Charlie, As usual another awesome show! As you can tell I really enjoy your trivia contest, and I’ve been reading Keith Ball for years and always read his commentary when he wrote in EasyRiderS .I have to get over and check out Bikernet.com, as I haven’t been on his web site for a while. The answer to the trivia question is 1996. I think was the year he started Bikernet up. Keep on Jammin ! HAVE A great NEW YEAR!
NEW CANTINA SUBSCRIBER TESTIMONIAL–By the way, I really like “Bikernet.” I’m a new subcriber. Great humor, pics, like the stories, babes, etc.
–COPEY
BIKERNET.COM QUOTE OF THE WEEK–Youth Will Fade…..but immaturity can last a lifetime.
VINTAGE NITRO FRENZY PLANS FOR STURGIS 2008–plans are tentative but in the works for a Vintage Nitro frenzy at Sturgis in ’08 and a racer and fan reunion at Rockingham ’08 for the east coast folks. Thoughts, plans, ideas and volunteers, old phone numbers or e addresses or vast sums of money are welcome.
–ML
contact Arlie Becker at
nitroroat@aol.com
WE TOLD YOU GOD RODE A HARLEY–This was an actual add from Harley in the ’70s The AMF years.
Maybe that’s why the were having problems?
–Rogue
BANDIT RIDES WITH TORIAN CHOPPER LEATHERS’ WORK JACKET–
EXCLUSIVE DAVID MANN POSTAGE COLLECTION–Premier Postage is proud to bring you an exclusive line of U.S. postage that features the artwork of legendary biker lifestyle artist David Mann. These products are genuine U.S. postage and are perfect for collecting or using on your personal mail as a tribute to David Mann.
See the full collection today at premierpostage.com.
CUSTOM CHROME EUROPEAN SHOW COMINGThe 2008 CCE Dealer Show will be the 10th annual.We got John Reed, Jesse James and Cory Ness and many of our vendors.Are you up for a trip to Germany yourself?
–Holger
PS: Very important for all puplications. The show is March 29 and 30. ONLY the 30th is open to the public. 29th is Dealer only!
BIKERNET JIMS TOOL OF THE WEEK–TWIN CAM case boring toolThe new JIMS case boring tool takes all the guess work out of boring T/Cmotor cases to accept JIMS 4 bore cylinders, for both the 113 and 116-INCHF/W cylinder kits. Also works on other manufacturers up to 4-1/8 bore withstock cylinder stud pattern.
This tool is designed to be used in a heavyduty 15 drill press. Simply bolt your case into the angle swivel base thatis mounted to your drill press, then install the case boring fixture(utilizing cylinder stud holes), set the RPM and depth of bore – and startboring!
No.1177 – Use on all Twin Cam 88 Cases, both Alpha and Beta, 1999-05 FXD, 2000-06 FXST, 1999-06 FL.
Suggested Retail: $1,085.25
–JT Lepien
www.jimsusa.com
ITALIAN BOY’S CONFESSION–Bless me Father, for I have sinned. I have been with a loose girl”.
The priest asks, “Is that you, little Joey Pagano ?”
“Yes, Father, it is.”
“And who was the girl you were with?”
“I can’t tell you, Father, I don’t want to ruin her reputation”
Well, Joey, I’m sure to find out her name sooner or later, so you may as well tell me now. Was it Tina Minetti?”
“I cannot say.”
“Was it Teresa Mazzarelli?”
“I’ll never tell.”
“Was it Nina Capelli?”
“I’m sorry, but I cannot name her.”
“Was it Cathy Piriano?”
“My lips are sealed.”
“Was it Rosa Di Angelo, then?”
“Please, Father, I cannot tell you.”
The priest sighs in frustration. “You’re very tight lipped, Joey Pagano, and I admire that. But you’ve sinned and have to atone. You cannot be an altar boy now for 4 months. Now you go and behave yourself.”
Joey walks back to his pew, and his friend Franco slides over and whispers,”What’d you get?”
“4 months vacation and five good leads.”
–from Jester
BIKERNET SUGGESTION FOR REDUCED GLOBAL WARMING–Just when you think nothing else on earth can surprise and amaze you…….HERE IT IS !!!
Here’s something you don’t see everyday, trust and a special bond. This guy lives in Canada in a very remote area. The guy in the picture raised this moose from a firstborn to this day and the moose will not leave. A train had hit the mother and the baby Moose shot out. He took it home and nursed it. The baby moose stayed around with his horses and slept in the barn. When the moose was of size he started harnessing it with his work horses. When the horses finally died of old age the moose still would not leave so he used the moose for his work. The moose will not even leave during the rut season.
–from Katmandu
SEAT OF THE WEEK FROM DUANE BALLARD– Here is the seat for the bike being built by Jody Perewitz and Sara Liberte for the Susan G. Komen Foundation.
–Duane Ballard
I DUNNO WHAT HAPPENED?– but it went something like this:”Happiness lies in the joy of achievement and the thrill of creativeeffort.”
–Franklin D. Roosevelt
HAPPY NEW YEAR!
–Eric P
EASYRIDERS POMONA BIKE SHOW THIS WEEKEND– Jan 5-6, Great News for this weekend. It looks like it is going to rain and there is someplace important to go. No need to sit in your chair watching reruns of Bandit on Monster Garage.
Saturday we have a special Acoustic performance by Christy HemmeChristy Hemme is a professional wrestler, model and musician. She is currently working for Total Nonstop Action Wrestlinggo to www.christyhemme.com for more info on her.
National Recording Artist Jasmine Cain will be performing Sat and Sunday she has Just released a new album go to www.jasminecain.com
The Teresi Dyno Drag finals are happening.
All 6 of the Centerfold Builders will be at the show. Tevelen Rabanal, Jaxon Fyffe, The Detroit Bros, Jerry Burrow, Shannon Davidson and Christian Dotson.
Pomona is the season opener for the Easyriders Bike Show Tour. This show seems to always set the stage for the year. It is a who’s who event not to be missed.
Advance tickets available at a discount go to Easyridersevents.com for more information.
REVIEW REGARDING FIRST TECH OF 2008–I seriously think you guys can build anything!!!I just adore the crazy “lets-see-what-we-can-do” attitude that I read in so many stories!!!!You must love going to work everyday!!!
Happy New Year right back atcha, Bandit!Thanks so much for your continued support!!!
–Heather
HELMET PROTESTS ARE ALIVE IN NORTH CAROLINA–Bikers are protesting the new helmet law:Great job Carolina bikers! Great job Hickory Doc in Catawba Cty and DaleCarroll in Gaston Cty. Dale: the video footage from Gastonia aired allthe way out to here in Raleigh, and is probably somewhere on the net.Great job Mark and Molly in Guilford Cty, and special thanks to Andy Jayand your staff at Carolinas Full Throttle Magazine!
So far the tally is:
Rides in 4 Counties
Total estimates range anywhere from 200 to 250. Pretty good for a NewYears Day with the cold front moving in.
3 television video footages, with TV news coverage probably hitting allNC (not sure about downeast at the beach).
Top Story of the Day in at least one TV News Station.
About 1/3rd to 1/2 of those who rode in Raleigh did not conform to theplastic safety bubble.Helmet Tickets: 0 (that will change.)
We are building momentum, and more interest has been expressed for moreliberty rides in February and March, then the Paul Revere Rides on April18th, and Patriots Day Rally on April 19th, and the SOB Rally to partywith the rebels from SC during MBBW, on ride the last Sunday of MyrtleBeach Bikeweek weekend.
I cannot imagine if we had allowed the change to the statute to beenacted without protest or complaint.
–Rogue
Sturgis Freedom Fighters
Motorcycle Hall Of Fame Member 2005
H.O.G. MEMBERS WON’T “WANT TO MISS A THING”–Aerosmith and Kid Rock Set to HOG the Stage at the Harley Owners Group 25th Anniversary Concert at Miller Park
MILWAUKEE (January 2, 2008) – Today, the Harley Owners Group (H.O.G.) announced that legendary rockers Aerosmith and Kid Rock will headline its 25th Anniversary concert at Miller Park, home of the Milwaukee Brewers, on Thurs., Aug. 28, 2008. The ticketed concert caps the free day-long Club H.O.G. 25 anniversary celebration that coincides with Harley-Davidson’s 105th Anniversary events during Labor Day weekend in Milwaukee.
“Camaraderie of the open road is at the core of the H.O.G. experience, so what better way to celebrate 25 years of H.O.G. history than by riding the world’s best motorcycles to Milwaukee with thousands of your closest friends,” said Mike Keefe, vice president and general manager, Harley Owners Group. “Our event also celebrates the start of the next 25 great years of riding together with H.O.G.”
Only H.O.G. members will have the opportunity to purchase the 40,000 tickets available for the 25th Anniversary concert at Miller Park. Concert tickets go on sale Wed., March 12, 2008, at 8:00 a.m. Central Time (CT) and will be sold on a first come, first served basis, including 6,000 seats on the stadium infield. H.O.G. members can purchase as many as 25 tickets for $25.00 each exclusively via H.O.G.’s members-only Web site,
H.O.G. was launched as the official riding club of Harley-Davidson in 1983. Today, the organization is the largest factory-sponsored motorcycle organization in the world, boasting more than one million members in 130 countries worldwide. H.O.G. members regularly celebrate the Harley-Davidson dream by riding together and participating in a variety of state, national and international rallies every year.
In addition to the ticketed evening concert featuring Aerosmith and Kid Rock, the free all day Club H.O.G. 25 on the Miller Park grounds will feature live musical entertainment and comedians, a ride-in motorcycle show with the chance to win awards, including the 7th Annual Willie G. Award, MDA fund-raising activities, performances by stunt riders and motorcycle drill teams, the H.O.G. Wall of Ink, exhibits and more. Admission to the Club H.O.G. 25 events preceding the concert is free to H.O.G. members and one guest. For more information about H.O.G. or ticket availability, visit http://www.members.hog.com.
MULLER GERMAN BRAKES TO BE REPRESENTED IN CINCINNATI —Could you put a note in the Bikernet News, telling the readers that we are at the V-twin expo in Cincinnati. That would be great!
Thanks again for posting it, make sure to visit us at the show, we should have a drink or two, or maybe even dinner.
Why run when you can fly.
–Gerhard Peter
+49-173-2866494
FIRST GRILL-ING TECH REVIEW–I read your article about the grill for the heater in the shop. I think the art that you and Ray created should be left as such. Don’t hide it with some Fu-k-d up barbecue black. Hell send it to me and I’ll clear coat it!!!!!!!!!!!
Seriously send it to your nearby powder coater and have them use clear powder coat on it. It will last forever! Say HEY to Ray for me.
–Chuck Shortt
Rocky Mountain Custom Bikes
Larkspur Co.
P.S. I’m getting together our newest Metric Custom to be completed for Laughlin in April, I’ll keep you posted on it and will send some pics as we go if you like.
Watch for the new Bikernet Metric scheduled to be launched January 15th. Who knows if we’ll make it, but we’ll give it hell. –Bandit
$500 DISCOUNT ON BOBBERS FOR AMERICAN SERVICE PROVIDERS– Brass Ball Bobbers and Choppers Thanks Active Duty Military & Hometown Service Providers.
Oklahoma City – Dar Holdsworth, President of Darwin Motorcycles and manufacturer of Brass Ball Bobbers and Choppers, is extending a $500 discount to all Bobbers and Choppers purchased in January 2008 through July 2008 for all active duty military, police, firefighters and school teachers.
Holdsworth, a Desert Storm veteran, understands the commitment and sacrifice that is required to perform America’s essential services. Whether an individual is fighting a fire or fighting for the mind of a student, each job delivers on the betterment of the country and the community.
“I know what it’s like to put it on-the-line on a daily basis and I wanted our company to give back to the men and women that are doing it today, keeping us safe and defending our freedoms,” said Holdsworth. “Our $500 service program shows our commitment to the backbone of America.” Checkout of the bikes at www.brassballsbobbers.com.
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December 27, 2007 Part 2
By Bandit |
Continued From Page 1
NEW PREMIUM PROFILE LOW REAR SUSPENSION FOR DYNA MODELS–Fat Bob Rear Suspension Now Offered as a Kit from Harley-Davidson.
MILWAUKEE (Nov. 30, 2007) – Introduced on the 2008 FXDF Dyna Fat Bob, the new Premium Profile Low Rear Suspension Kit (P/N 54619-08, $399.95) from Harley-Davidson Genuine Motor Accessories will lower many other Dyna models while raising the level of custom style. The low-profile shock absorbers lower the seat height by approximately one inch. Mirror-polished and chrome-plated sleeves cover each shock and rear spring assembly. The kit fits all 2007-later Dyna models, but does not lower FXDF, FXDL or FXDB models.
2007 Dyna models require separate purchase of Chrome Belt Guard Kit P/N 60633-08. Does not fit with Detachable Saddlebag Kit P/N 90181-08.
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.
MERRY CHRISTMAS FROM BIKERNET GIFT BAG WINNER– Merry Christmas to all, especially our troops who can’tbe with there families!!
Bandit & Co. Just wanted to say Thanks, for the Christmas present! I was shocked when I saw the package, and felt like I won thelotto!!! …well almost!
You guys do a awesome job for us & the industry!!! Ican’t wait to check the news every week. Wishing you & yours all the very best in the New Year!!
Thanks again
–Mike Mason
BIKERNET POLITICALLY CORRECT CHRISTMAS GREETING–Please accept with no obligation, implied or implicit, my best wishes for an environmentally conscious, socially responsible, low-stress, non-addictive, gender-neutral celebration of the winter solstice holiday, practiced within the most enjoyable traditions of the religious persuasion of your choice, or secular practices of your choice, with respect for the religious/secular persuasion and/or traditions of others, or their choice not to practice religious or secular traditions at all.
I also wish you a fiscally successful, personally fulfilling and medically uncomplicated recognition of the onset of the generally accepted calendar year 2008, but not without due respect for the calendars of choice of other cultures whose contributions to society have helped make America great.
Not to imply that America is necessarily greater than any other country nor the only America in the Western Hemisphere. Also, this wish is made without regard to the race, creed, color, age, physical ability, religious faith or sexual preference of the wishee.
To My Other Friends:Merry Fuckin’ Christmas and a Happy Goddamn New Year!
–Mike Ozee
CHRISTMAS GREETINGS FROM MAJOR 5-BALL RACING SPONSOR–To my brothers and sisters of recovery and the road. May you all have a very Merry Christmas or whatever holiday you celebrate. As far as I’m concerned, we celebrate the day as a gift of life and sobriety. One big-ass miracle in my book.
I know this isn’t the most intimate card ya’ll have ever gotten, but the “spirit” moved me to say thank you for the gift you have given me this past year whether you know what you did or not. You all mean a great deal to me and I am grateful to have you in my life, not that I talk to you a lot, but know that you are always in my thoughts and the words you have conveyed have been the best gift of all.
Love and Respect,
–Jester
BONNE BELLE HEADING TO DEPARTURE BIKE WORKS–Yvonne Mecailis just finished her rendition of the Chris Kallas drawing on the tanks base painted by Jim Murillo. We’re about to load the 1940 45-inch roller into a H-D crate and ship it to Departure Bike Works in Richmond, Virginia. It’s been separated from its driveline too long.
Lee Clemens is mounting a K-Model top-end on the 45 and preparing a new Sportster transmission to fit the 45 frame and transfer the power to the rear wheel. Hang on for more reports as we rumble into 2008. If you’re in Virginia and need engine work or fabrication, give this crew a shot.
LEROY GOES TO A REVIVAL– Leroy goes to the revival and listens to the preacher. After awhile the preacher asks anyone with needs to be prayed over to come forward to the front at the altar. Leroy gets in line, and when it’s his turn, the preacher asks: “Leroy, what do you want me to pray about for you?” Leroy replies: “Preacher, I need you to pray for my hearing.”
The preacher puts one finger in Leroy’s ear, and he places the other hand on top of Leroy’s head and prays and prays and prays.
After a few minutes, the preacher removes his hands, stands back and asks Leroy: “Leroy, how is your hearing now?”
Leroy says, “I don’t know, Reverend, it’s not until next Wednesday.”
–Buckshot
A GOOD YEAR IN CELEBRATION– Thanks for a great year. Congratulations to you and your 5-Ball Racing Team on the salt. We are all very proud of your hard work and your team’s record run. I can’t tell you how much I have learned on Bikernet.com, with all your tech articles. Thanks for all inside data on building and maintaining V-Twins.
I have been kicking around what bike to buy in 2008. I was going to buy a bobber (bar hopper) and now I have decided to purchase a new 2008 Harley Dyna Lowrider. Now I have to figure if I want to spend $17K or drop $27k on a 110 in. Screaming Eagle Dyna!.
Here’s wishing you and your family (Extended Bikernet family) a Merry Xmas and a great New Year for 2008!
A Brother from Moorpark, CA
–Bill Barnes
BIKERNET/ROLLING SIXES CHOPPERS T-SHIRT DRIVE FOR THE TROOPS CONTRIBUTORS– Hey,I have attached The file of everybody’s cards and letters that went with the shirts. If we get any pictures sent back from the guys with the Gifts I will be sure to pass them along. Here is the list of contributors that was on the card.
The Horse Backstreet Choppers
Ol? Skool Rodz
Car Kulture Deluxe
Sucker Punch Sally
American Iron Magazine
SouthSide Kustoms
Felon/Lucky 13 Clothing
Harley Davidson of Baton Rouge
Tri-State Choppers
Fort Myers Harley Davidson
Strip Club Choppers
Lucky Devil Metal Works
Bourget?s Bike Works
Myrideisme.com
Bennett Performance
Lil Joe?s Legendary Leather
Hometown Hot Rod Magazine
Category 5 Customs
American Thunder
Black Widows Car Club
Rick Fairless Strokers Dallas
Exceptional Engineering
BIKER SPRING–
A winters work my toil is done
Trees are budding time for fun
The motors fresh the skins are new
Ready and waiting just turn the screw
Splitting lanes and jamming fast
Lady luck please make it last
Dodging cages loosing the heat
Cruising the bars checking the meat
–Fatbob
Shotgun9354@aol.com
BERRY WEISS CADILLAC MAKES IT TO CUSTOM KULTURE DELUXE–This madman and a member of the Hamster recently had his bike shot by Bikernet Photographer Peter Linney for Geno’s book Custom Kulture Deluxe. Watch for it on the newsstands in 2008. Cool book.
LOOKS LIKE A TECH TIP IN THE MAKING–Don’t know if you remember, but I’m Dewey’s buddy that helps him with his website and makes all the screwed up pics of him banging different farm animals. I’m also the guy who won the Fat Cat from D&D last year with their first contest.
Anyway, I’ve been looking for a solution to get around my power commander because there is no one here in Dallas who can tune a bike for shit, and I’m tired of throwing money away on dyno runs.
I’ve been looking at the Zipper’s closed loop system and I want to possibly give it a shot. Now here’s my question, I’ve still got that Fat Cat in the box and haven’t installed them… who could I contact over there to see if they would be willing to exchange it and let me pay the difference to get me in the Thundermax and a Fat Cat with Oxy sensors
–Robert Brock
Don’t move. I reached out to the guys at D&D. They’ll make your bike rock.–Wrench
RARE EDSEL FORD AUCTION–Nearly seventy-five years ago an enterprising young man, living in his famous father’s shadow, made several significant contributions to the automotive industry. We are writing to interest you in the story of Edsel Bryant Ford and two very unique automobiles of his design being offered at RM Auctions exclusive “Automobiles of Amelia” event March 8th, 2008, on Amelia Island, Florida.
These custom built cars, the 1934 Ford Special Speedster and the 1934 Ford Brewster Town Car, will be cross the auction block for the very first time along with several other significant American and European automobiles from the pages of history. We invite you to read further and perhaps attend this oceanside event held in conjunction with the renowned Amelia Island Concours d’Elegance.
Further details and information regarding this and other events can be found at
MIKE PAGE JOINS INTREPID CYCLES–INTREPID Cycles has hired well known industry figure Mike Page as Director of Sales and Marketing. Page has previously worked with, among other companies, Swift Motorcycles and Big Bear Choppers.
Speaking about Page’s appointment, Mike McGinley, co-founder of Intrepid, said: “We know that he has good dealer connections and felt that he is the missing link we need to close the gaps between us and our potential dealers.” He continued: “He will strengthen the dealer relationships we already have and help us avoid making mistakes. We don’t want to grow ourselves out of business.”
Talking about his move to Intrepid Page said: “I was ready for a new challenge, growing another small company. I was attracted to Intrepid by the quality of the motorcycles.”
Temecula, California, USA
Tel: 951 506 8999
Fax: 951 506 8998
E-mail: mmcginley@intrepidcycles.com
http://www.intrepidcycles.com
BIKERNET CHRISTMAS IRISH CONFESSIONAL–A married Irishman went into the confessional and saidto his priest, “I almost had an affair with another woman.”
The priest said, “What do you mean, almost?”
The Irishman said, “Well, we got undressed and rubbed together,but then I stopped.”
The priest said, “Rubbing together is the same as putting it in.
You’re not to see that woman again. For your penance, sayfive Hail Mary’s and put $50 in the poor box.”
The Irishman left the confessional, said his prayers, andThen walked over to the poor box. He paused for a moment andthen started to leave.
The priest, who was watching, quickly ran over to himsaying, “I saw that. You didn’t put any money in the poor box!”
The Irishman replied, “Yeah, but I rubbed the $50 on thebox, and according to you, that’s the same as putting it in.”
–from Rik
BIKERNET 5-BALL RACING SPONSOR RECEIVES SPONSORSHIP PACKAGE– Just got my 5-Ball sponsorship goodie bag. Great stuff, thank you very much. I especially liked that Cycle Source mag. sounds like a down to earth bunch. A little more laid back than The Horse BC, but very similar. I really enjoyed all the Bonneville stuff.
Well, as Santa says as he roars out of sight, “Merry Christmas to all! And to all a good night!” Please tell Nyla thank you for me will ya, you work that poor girl to death……..
–pete(from florida)
SALISBUY BENEFIT RIDE– We are having a Rally in Salisbury NC, April 25th, 27th. We hope you can make it. We are looking for sponsors for this event and a Benefit Ride we are putting on. Go here www.rallyattheriver.com to see our sponsorship packages. If one of these packages do not fit your needs, Please contact us so we can discuss how you can help for this fundraising event. We also need small donations, Door Prizes, Supplies and many more things. All Donations are appreciated and we will list your name on the site or Sites.
–Keith Alley
704-223-2944
www.rallyattheriver.com
BIKERNET MOTORCYCLE SEAT OF THE WEEK–Hey just finished this one up for Warren Lane. He just wanted something that had western style tooling on the edges and make it look old. Have a great Christmas.
–Duane
PS- If you?re somewhere warm you suck. My driveway has four foot walls of snow on each side of it.
–Duane Ballard Custom Leather
603-781-7505
36 Goen Rd.
New Ipswich, NH 03071
http://www.dbcustomleather.com
BLINGMASTER PERFORMANCE RACING SITE–We have just created a WebPage that has Pictures and Video from the 2007 PRI (Performance Racing Industry) Show in Orlando, Florida.There are lots of Pictures and 3 Videos of : Race Cars and Boats, Rods, Rails, Jet Dragsters, Motorcycles, Tractor Pulls, Custom Go-Carts and more.
We hope you enjoy: http://www.blingmaster.com/prishoworlando2007
THERE IT IS AS WE CLOSE OUT 2008–Whatta year. I don’t care if the economy sucks, or housing loans are screwed, ’cause no one knows how to save a nickel anymore. Next year will rock, bike builders will create amazing masterpieces, brothers will give it all they got to break records in Bonneville and we’ll party like there’s no tomorrow.
No matter what the market does, the sun will shine and the roads will remain wide open. Our bike building nature will scream for an outlet, and the girl next door will still drive us wild.
So it all looks good to me. Bikernet readership numbers grew again this year, over 75 percent, and I want to thank everyone who stepped up to help us set another record in Bonneville, with the World’s Fastest Panhead. In the next week I hope to unveil our plans for 2008.
I wish everyone a terrific 2008. I may be optimistic, but my victorious vibe speaks of good shit on the horizon. The buzz is high, more and more younger guys want to build and ride bikes than ever before. Custom motorcycles represent the true American spirit of freedom.
Ride Forever,
–Bandit
December 27, 2007 Part 1
By Bandit |
Hey,
Just a couple of days past Christmas and we’re scrambling toward the first. We thought we’d take a day or two off, but the content keeps flying at Bikernet, so I’m forced, by the gods of chrome, to keep up.
We’re just about to launch our new BikernetMetric.com section and we already have content rolling in on new models, a Kawasaki custom bike feature by Jim Waggaman and security for bikes during the winter.
I’m in trouble. I don’t know the models, the history or even the wrenches. The guys at JIMS are trying to develop tools for metric cruisers. Fortunately we have a team for Bikernet Metric, made up of two generations of metric bike owners, Bob Osias, the boss of MetricThunder, a parts distributor and shop, plus his son Matt will take on the job as editor. Jeff Najar will supply content for North Carolina and Josh Placa has Sedona, Arizona covered, the vortex of the Metric Revolution.
I ain’t doing shit. I’ve got my hands full with the American side. Me, Sin Wu, Renegade, Wilburn Roach, Wrench and Snake are staying put, right here. We’ll sit back with a bottle of Jack and a case of Coronas and watch. The section is due to launch on the 15th of January, unless the Digital Gangster, our Web Master Guru, goes on strike. Hang on for more hectic reports. Let’s hit the news:
HOLIDAY GREETINGS FROM SOUTH AFRICA– El Bandito, Thanks for a great year. One does not have to live in the States to enjoy all the great biking stuff that goes on, although I would rather be there than here. Bikernet is the only ONE. You inspire me man. Have a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year.
From the South African.
–Mikey.
pro1thunda@telkomsa.net
THE ROLLIN’ SIXES BIKER CODE OF BENEVOLENCE–You know when I started Rollin Sixes with Tim it was to build bikes and rods because god knows, I love it so, but it was to also make some money so we could help and give back a little. I’m not a selfish man. I don’t need it all ya know. Now the money thing isn’t where I want it to be, but damm I love when I can give back some. You know, right now, this day, I love where I am in my life, and I think that’s what really counts. I have to say it. I wasn’t doing it to have my pic put anywhere, but on the other hand I am real proud that you think we are worth being on the homepage.
–Thanks Brother
Jerry
Rollin Sixes Choppers
Thanks for this. Yes, we also struggle financially, but we couldn’t have a better life. We’re lucky Mofos to be able to do what we love and not work in a coal mine.–Bandit
Believe me I know how lucky we are. I stand at the graves of my family who were all coal miners. My great, great grandfather (Pappy) dug coal by hand. For every coal car that he filled up, he got 10 cents. He might dig 6 hrs of slag to get one car of coal. All he got paid for was the full car of coal. They were poor but proud people, who looked you in the eye when they spoke to you.
I still have his hunting gun. I can’t think of better folks to come from. I worked in a coal mine when I was 19 for a little over a year. I know how lucky we are to be able to do what we love, whether we make a ton of cash or not. We’re standing in the sun, riding by the moonlight, chasing broads and enjoying our freedom. It couldn’t be better.
–Jerry
SAVING AT THE PUMPS–Take these tips from auto experts and obsessive “hypermilers” on how to go farther on a gallon of gas.–By Katharine Mieszkowski
Dec. 24, 2007 With oil flirting with $100 a barrel, and $3 gas looking like the new normal, perhaps instead of resolving to curb your gluttony in 2008, you should pledge to train your car to be a fuel sipper. “Every time you get into your car and turn on your ignition you can save money,” says Bradlee Fons of Pewaukee, Wis., who teaches seminars on efficient driving. “It helps the country with national security and oil dependence, and it helps the world with global warming.”The most efficient way to save gas, as any “one-less-car” transportation activist will attest, is to leave your car in the garage.
When you’re in the market for a car, choose the most fuel-efficient model. That should get easier to do in the coming years as automakers comply with the just-passed law to move America’s fleet from an average fuel economy of 25 miles per gallon to 35 by 2020, a 40 percent increase.Yet there are also simple steps that every driver can take with an existing car, truck or SUV to save fuel simply by improving driving habits. “If you’re an aggressive driver, and many, many people are, you should become a moderate driver,” says Philip Reed, senior consumer advice editor for Edmunds.com. Adopting a mellower approach on the road not only will ameliorate your road rage but could save you the equivalent of $1 a gallon, according to the U.S. Department of Energy, by improving your fuel efficiency as much as 33 percent.
Adopting a lower cruising speed can also help your car go farther with less gasoline. The efficiency of most cars rapidly declines at speeds over 60. In fact, every 5 miles per hour over 60 you drive is like paying an extra 20 cents a gallon for gas, according to the Department of Energy.
In stop-and-go traffic, strive to maintain one consistent low speed instead of accelerating and braking, accelerating and braking. To do this, drive in the slow lane, and maintain a long buffer zone in front of you, so you won’t have to slam on the brakes to avoid rear-ending the next car.
Any time you hear the engine revving high you’re gulping fuel. If you drive a stick shift, and you’re cruising along in third, shift to fourth, and hear the revs of the engine drop. Your car is the most inefficient when the engine is still warming up, so taking fewer trips by combining errands into one trip will save gas. Drive to your farthest destination, and then do the errands closer to home on the way back. When choosing your route, avoid hills if possible, so you won’t be wasting energy hauling thousands of pounds of steel up an incline.
If you’ve got 57 books in your trunk that you keep meaning to donate to the library, but never get around to doing, try this experiment: “Take all that stuff out, and put it in a wheelbarrow, and push it up and down the driveway once, and you’ll see how much energy it takes,” says Wayne Gerdes. Gerdes invented the term “hypermiler” to describe the obsessive drivers like him who strive to wring every last mile out of a gallon of gas, exceeding the EPA’s estimate of how far a car can go per gallon.
The more weight your car has to carry the harder it works, even though the overall gas savings are small, about 1 to 2 percent per 100 excess pounds eliminated, according to the U.S. Department of Energy. Reed at Edmunds doesn’t worry too much about excess weight in the trunk, since he believes this tip was crafted back in the 1970s when New Englanders would keep 150-pound bags of sand in their trunks in hopes of getting better traction in the ice and snow in winter.
Avoiding excessive idling is also a must. Anytime you’re idling for more than 15 seconds, such as at a railroad crossing or when waiting curbside to pick up your child from school, turn off your engine, advises Fons, who co-founded the Milwaukee Hybrid Group, which gives tips on what he calls eco-driving. The bigger your engine, the more fuel you typically waste idling. But whatever car you have, when it’s idling it gets — duh! — zero miles per gallon. Idling is one of those bad habits that die hard.
Keeping your car tuned up can also bring some gas mileage improvements. Keeping tires properly inflated and frequently changing the air filter are the two biggies. “Gasoline is only one of the fuels the car burns,” explains Reed. “The other is oxygen, so feeding it with clean oxygen is very important.”
If you really get into saving gas, you can invest in a scan gauge, which costs about $170. It will inform you in real time what miles per gallon your car is getting. (Hybrids already come equipped with them.) Gerdes, who says he once got 127 mpg (over the course of 90 miles) in a 2004 Toyota Prius, believes drivers can realize a 15 percent savings on fuel overnight by buying and heeding a gauge.
It used to be said that driving with the air conditioner on was a big fuel waster. But in all but the oldest jalopies with primitive air conditioners, that turns out to be an old wives’ tale. “The air conditioners that we have now are highly efficient,” says Reed from Edmunds. “Yes, they do take more power from the engine, but we’re talking about 1 or 2 percent.” The alternative of driving with the air conditioner off and the windows open doesn’t offer a significant gain in gas mileage. On the contrary, when Edmunds conducted road tests to measure whether the altered aerodynamics of driving with the windows open impacted gas mileage, they noticed a decline in fuel economy if all the windows and the sunroof were open.
Driving experts say there’s no need to wait for years to benefit from the new fuel-efficiency law. We can see major gas savings now simply by backing off the accelerator and brakes. “Everybody and anybody can do this no matter what they own and drive,” says Gerdes. With practice, you, too, can become a hypermiler, and soon be shaming your lead-foot neighbors with your superior miles per gallon.
–from Nick Roberts
BREE IS ALWAYS CLOSE TO OUR HEARTS– Wishing you the best over this holiday season. I hope that 2008 brings you lots of happiness and success!!!XOXO
–Bree
www.breeonline.com
WHEEL WORKS FROM BUCK–Buck Lovell, Motorcycle photo artist and infamous biker dude recommends Wheel Works for the best in wheel and tire service. With a combined total of more than 90 years experience in street and custom motorcycle wheels and tires, the crew at Wheel Works in Garden Grove, California can supply the wheel tire combination you need and or provide expert advice on all forms of motorcycle tires and wheels from 1903 Indian to present day Harley-Davidsons.
All laced wheels are actually laced and trued in-house by Gary, the resident spoked-wheel expert to maintain optimum quality. If you can’t find the custom wheels or tires you’re looking for, chances are Wheels Works has them in stock for immediately delivery.
Buck says, “I’ve been buying all my motorcycle tires from Wheel Work for the last 20 years, this is the shop I’ve grown to trust for all my motorcycle wheel needs.”
The Wheel Works crew can be contacted at:
WHEEL WORKS
12787 Nutwood Street
Garden Grove, CA 92840
phone (714) 530-6681
FAX (714) 537-2317
Email info@wheel-works.com
www.wheel-works,com
GARAGE GIRLS BUILDING A BOBBER FOR A CURE– Jody Perewitz of Perewitz Cycle Fab, and Sara Liberte of RT’s North Hills Cycle are teaming up to build a “bobbah” motorcycle live on stage at three of the Northeast Motorcycle Expo shows produced by Kev-Marv Productions. Growing up as the daughter of icon motorcycle builder Dave Perewitz, Jody has been surrounded by motorcycles her whole life. It is no surprise that she has stepped into the limelight. Creating her own path in the industry, she has begun to mold her passion into some hot rides. In addition to designing and building motorcycles, Jody writes for the Perewitz blog,
Her partner in crime for this year’s charity build-off, Sara Liberte, has been confidently designing and building motorcycles for the last 10 years. Sara also has an artistic side that has produced the book “How to Repair and Maintain American V-Twin Motorcycles” and numerous photographs. She is a phenomenal photographer who has been capturing images of motorcycles, builders, and events for years. The two female builders will be working side by side to create a custom bike for charity.
Stop by to meet Jody and Sara, see them working and be entertained by their humorous antics as they build the bobber for a cure. You might even end up the lucky owner of this classic hard tail as “Bikers for The Cure” will be on hand selling $10.00 tickets. All proceeds will be going to the Susan G. Komen Foundation. “This is something we are proud to be a part of, Bikers for The Cure are dedicated to helping out in the fight against Breast Cancer, and we are looking forward to meeting everyone coming out to the shows” stated the two builders.
The motorcycle shows will be in Hartford, CT on January 5th-6th, Reading, PA on Jan 25th-27th, and Boston MA, on Feb. 9th-10th. Stop by and witness two of the newest and hottest builders as they construct a bike for charity. You won’t regret it, but you will if you miss it.
For more information visit one or all of the following websites or call Perewitz at 508-697-3595
THE LATEST ISSUE OF CAR KULTURE DELUXE– I wanted to share our latest cover of Car Kulture Deluxe with you, it?s a killer issue out very soon.
We added 16 pages to expand our coverage of the traditional rod scene.
And please tell everyone to Ignore the Pie-sano rip-off of our Ol’ Skool Rodz title (www.olskoolrodz.com), as it’s a bad use of a tree.
Geno DiPol
Publisher
www.olskoolrodz.com
www.ckdeluxe.com
VINTAGE KLASS FIRST YEAR REPORT– Happy Holidays to everyone! We wanted to thank everyone for their support this year! We had a great first year and really look forward to 2008.
Come see us in January –
Easyriders Show – Pomona 1/5 & 1/6
Easyriders Show – Vancouver, WA 1/12
Easyriders Show – Sacramento 1/19 & 1/20
Arlen Ness Bike Show and Swap – San Jose 1/26 & 1/27
Hope to see everyone soon.
–Joel and Mary
Vintage Klass
NEW CLASSIC COVERS KITS TO DETAIL HARLEY-DAVIDSON MODELS– Dress Up Visible Engine and Chassis Fasteners with Plated Caps.
MILWAUKEE (Dec, 21, 2007) – Harley-Davidson owners can customize down to the last detail with Classic Covers Kits ($94.95 to $249.95) from Harley-Davidson Genuine Motor Accessories. Designed to dress visible hardware on the engine and/or chassis, each kit includes a selection of plated ABS caps and plugs to cover the exposed heads of socket head screws, hex bolts, Torx screws, 12-point screws and timer screws.
Each is easy to install without tools. Classic Covers Kits are available for Twin Cam 88/96 and 2004-later Sportster XL Evolution engines. Complete kits for 2004-later Sportster, and Twin Cam-powered Softail, Dyna and Touring models, include covers for both engine and chassis hardware.
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.
V-TWIN EXPO ANNOUNCES 2008 SHOW SEMINARS– Agoura Hills, CA-The 8th annual V-Twin Expo is just around the corner, February 2, 3 and 4th, 2008 in Cincinnati, Ohio. For those dealers planning to attend, be sure to mark your calendar for one of the most important seminars you will attend. Survival of the Fittest features panelists made up of your peers answering questions that will help you not only survive in 2008, but grow your business.
V-Twin Exclusive — Motors-Motors-Motors
Sunday, February 3rd ~ 11:00am -12:00pm
Room 232 Duke Energy Center
Buy them – Build them – Tweak them, this seminar will cover everything you have always wanted to know about motors. A fast paced total audience question and answer format presented by the world’s top motor experts will help you increase not only your knowledge of motors but surely will help raise the profit margin in both your parts and service departments.
The V-Twin Expo will welcome over 500 exhibitors in 2008 and thousands of v-twin dealers in Cincinnati at the Duke Energy Center. The V-Twin Expo remains the one show to attend for v-twin dealers. “I attend the v-twin expo every year, it is the single most informative event there is. It gives me and my staff personal time with the people we deal with every day over the phone. It’s nice to put a face with a name; also it gives my store the competitive edge it needs” said Duane Easter of Cycle City in Tennessee.
2008 V-Twin Expo dates are set, be sure to mark your calendars and register to attend this industry leading v-twin trade show. February 2, 3, and 4th, 2008. Registration is just one click away at: www.vtwin-expo.com
The V-Twin Expo by Easyriders focuses exclusively on the V-twin motorcycle market, takes place in Cincinnati and is the v-twin industry’s premier trade show. It has steadily grown over the past seven years in terms of exhibitors, exhibit space and V-twin dealers attending the Expo. The Expo attracts dealers from the US, Canada and world.here is a shot of the little pink trike project I told you about. as you can see this thing came together great and even on time. hopefully the little guy will do good in rehab so I can build him a little chopper bike one day!
THE DEVIL GETS WARM AND FUZZY FOR CHRISTMAS– Here is a shot of Joe and I with the bike right before delivery. Joe does our leatherwork part time and was kind enough to strip it and reassemble the little guy’s bike. The kid’s folks just asked for any color other than pink, but I had to go all the way and personally gave it a seriously deep metalflake/red candy show quality paint job
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BANDIT’S CANTINA CHRISTMAS BREAKFAST SPECIAL–A man went for Christmas breakfast at his regular restaurant and ordered the Eggs Benedict. The order was served on a bright, shiny upside down tin clutch derby cover.
When he asked about the unusual presentation, the waiter replied, “There’s no plate like chrome for the hollandaise.”
–from Rev CarlR
BRASS BALLS WISHES EVERYONE A HAPPY NEW YEAR–During the season Holiday Season, we would like to take the opportunity to tell you how very thankful we are for your connection with us. We know we would not be here without our families, friends, customers, magazine editors, Bikernet.com, vendors and supporters.
We wish you all a very Merry Christmas and a Safe, Happy and Prosperous New Year!
Merry Christmas & Happy New Year
We have a lot of momentum heading into the New Year. Exciting things are happening. Stay tuned for future updates. We are extremely grateful for all the support and interest in our bikes.
–Dar HoldsworthDarwin Motorcycles
Continued On Page 2
December 22, 2007
By Bandit |
THE AIM/NCOM MOTORCYCLE E-NEWS SERVICE is brought to you by Aid to Injured Motorcyclists (A.I.M.) and the National Coalition of Motorcyclists (NCOM), and is sponsored by the Law Offices of Richard M. Lester. For more information, call us at 1-(800) ON-A-BIKE or visit us on our website at http://www.ON-A-BIKE.com.
NCOM NEWS BYTES
Compiled & Edited by Bill Bish,
National Coalition of Motorcyclists (NCOM)
BIKER LOBBYISTS MEET WITH NTSB
A meeting was arranged with the Chairman of the National Transportation Safety Board on November 28, 2007 by James D. ?Doc? Reichenbach II, State President of ABATE of Florida, Inc. and Chairman of the Board of the National Coalition of Motorcyclists. NCOM and ABATE invited the Motorcycle Riders Foundation?s lobbyist and Vice-President of Government Relations Jeff Hennie to attend the meeting also to discuss the NTSB?s recent recommendations that all states enact mandatory helmet laws, as well as future and past developments in motorcycle safety.
The lobbying team met with Mark V. Rosenker, NTSB Chairman, and Robert Sumwalt, NTSB Vice Chairman. ?NCOM, ABATE and the MRF explained our views on this subject with extreme prejudice that helmets are not saving lives,? said Reichenbach. ?Facts and figures were presented to the board for their review.?
The gist of the 3-hour summit is that the NTSB will look into the discrepancies that NHTSA has been putting out in their statistics and will report their findings to the motorcycling community. While there was agreement on certain issues, the helmet issue is very far apart and no headway was made on either point of view.
?The fact remains that the NTSB stands behind their recommendations and supports them entirely,? reported Hennie. ?The MRF, NCOM and ABATE of Florida made it clear that we would continue to oppose any recommendations that call for personal protective equipment laws and crash mitigation.?
ABATE of Florida, Inc. and the National Coalition of Motorcyclists want to thank the MRF and Jeff Hennie for accepting our invitation to attend this meeting and work together on a united front.
LETTERS TO TROOPS RETURNED OR DESTROYED
Hundreds of thousands of holiday cards and letters thanking American troops for their sacrifice and wishing them well never reach their destination. They are returned to sender or thrown away unopened.
Since the Sept. 11 attacks and the anthrax scare, the Pentagon and the Postal Service have refused to deliver mail addressed simply to “Any Wounded Soldier” for fear terrorists or opponents of the war might send toxic substances or demoralizing messages.
Mail must be addressed to a specific member of the armed forces – a rule that pains many well-meaning Americans this Holiday season.
Last season, despite the rule, officials say as many as 450,000 pieces of mail not addressed to anyone in particular managed to reach Walter Reed Army Medical Center in Washington. But they were returned or, if they had no return address, were thrown out altogether, because the hospital lacked the manpower to open and screen all the unsolicited mail.
USO spokesman John Hanson said that like the military, the nonprofit service organization does not deliver unopened mail to unspecified recipients. He said the USO worries about security as well as hateful messages from war critics.
The USO is one of the organizations the military is encouraging people to support with donations as an alternative to sending cards to unspecified soldiers. The military is also referring people to the American Red Cross and a Defense Department Web site where supporters have posted thousands of messages to troops.
IS YOUR MOTORCYCLE GIVING YOU CANCER?
Author Randall Dale Chipkar has published a book called ?Motorcycle Cancer?? in which he speculates that radiation from motorcycle engines could be a modern day “Black Plague”.
Saying that the prostate is one of the closest delicate glands invaded by the radiation along with the colon and neighboring organs, Chipkar a few years ago was going to buy his dream cycle, but he placed his extremely low frequency (ELF) electromagnetic field (EMF) Guass meter over one of the seats of an idling bike and was shocked to see the extremely high radiation readings.
“It’s a paradox that thousands of motorcycle riders participate in fundraiser rides for cancer awareness when the event itself may be causing cancer…I have met countless avid motorcycle riders diagnosed with similar forms of cancers and disorders. All of these riders had a type of extremely low frequency electromagnetic field radiation shooting up from their motorcycle seats…The motorcycle industry needs to further investigate this EM danger and implement protective measures to minimize rider radiation exposure…People should not have to gamble with their health because they love riding motorcycles…Historically, organizations claimed ‘inconclusive proof’ concerning electromagnetic health issues. However, inconclusive proof does not mean that something is safe,” says Chipkar.
But critics of people such as Chipkar claim that these doom-and-gloom concepts regarding radiation have been heard before and have been conjured up since the 1950s, when atomic energy had firmly become embedded in Americans’ psyches, and they never amount to anything other than conspiracy theories.
The critics say that it is too easy to scare people about exposure to radiation because those who can gain from the fear mongering fail to make distinctions between different kinds and levels of radiation exposure.
FLORIDA BILL TARGETS ?THRILL RIDERS?
After an eye opening ride-along with the Florida Highway Patrol and witnessing motorcyclists pop wheelies, race along over 100 mph and dangerously disregard road rules, State Rep. Carlos Lopez-Cantera filed a bill in Tallahassee that would toughen penalties on speeding, stunt driving and hiding or flipping license plates.
“They’re just blatantly riding in excessive speeds, putting themselves in danger and putting other motorists in danger,” Lopez-Cantera said. “It’s just too much.”
Law enforcement officers said they are powerless to pursue them and are frustrated as they watch their tactics, like flipping the bike’s license plates so they can’t be traced. “That tag needs to be permanently attached to that motorcycle,” one FHP trooper said. “The problem has gotten worse. The laws need to be changed. The penalties need to be stiffer.”
Rep. Lopez-Cantera is trying to do that. “Something has to be done. They have to actually fear the law because right now they don’t,” he said, explaining that if his bill becomes law “They’ll lose their bike. Their motorcycle license will be revoked for 10 years, and it’s a mandatory arrest so they will go to jail.” The bill could come up for a vote next year.
UNEASY RIDERS: HORSES RISKIER THAN MOTORCYCLESHour-per-hour in the saddle, more riders are seriously injured riding horses than motorcycles. That is the surprising revelation of a new study from researchers at the University of Calgary, Canada.
The hospital admission rate associated with horse-riding injuries is 0.49 per 1,000 hours, compared to a rate of 0.14 per 1,000 hours of motorcycle riding, according to the study published in the American Journal of Surgery.
From 1995 to 2005, there were 7,941 trauma patients at Foothills, including 151 who were severely injured while horseback riding. Seven per cent of the riders died of their injuries and 45 per cent required surgery, the study said. Almost half of all riders who were seriously injured (48 per cent) suffered head injuries, and 54 per cent suffered chest injuries. Most riders were hurt by falling or being thrown from the horse, followed by being stomped or kicked.
The reason this happens, said Rob Mulloy, an assistant professor at the University of Calgary and co-author of the study, is that “horses are independent beings with their own agenda.” Not to mention that horses weigh up to 500 kilograms, move at a speed of up to 65 kilometers an hour, elevate riders up to three meters above ground and kick with a force of nearly one ton.
Dr. Mulloy, who is also a trauma surgeon, said he does not want to discourage people from riding, but hopes the study will serve as a wake-up call about the need to use protective equipment, especially helmets. “You know, cowboy hats are pretty useless,? he said, adding that he takes comfort in the fact that about half of rodeo riders now wear helmets and a large number of cowboys who drive cattle out of the hills are also helmeted.
AUSTRALIAN STATE OUTLAWS ?BIKIE GANGS?South Australia announced intentions to ban so-called ?bikie gangs? such as the Hells Angels and the Bandidos in what the government said would be the world’s toughest crackdown on ?terrorists within our community.?
South Australian Premier Mike Rann named eight motorcycle clubs he said were involved in murder, drug trafficking, prostitution, extortion and weapons smuggling. ?This is an evil within our nation and we in South Australia intend to lead Australia in the fight against bikie gangs,? he recently told reporters.
The Australian Crime Commission’s 2006 report found there were 35 outlaw motorcycle gangs in Australia, with 3,500 members in all six states last year. Rann said the ban would involve around 200 club members, as well as associates. Outlawed bikers would be prohibited from meeting or communicating, or risk five-year jail terms. ?We cannot find anywhere in the world where this level of response to bikie gangs has been taken,? he said.
Police would also be empowered to dismantle club headquarters and force members to account for any unexplained wealth or income. ?We are coming after them and we will hit them where it hurts by taking away their ill-gotten gains, their Harley-Davidsons and their liberty,? said state Attorney-General Michael Atkinson.
WEIRD NEWS: BLIND PEDESTRIANS FIGHT AGAINST ?SILENT? DEADLY HYBRIDS
Can hybrids and alternative fuel vehicles be dangerous? To blind pedestrians, the answer is ?Yes,? because they can be silent killers.
As manufacturers look for ways to improve the fuel efficiency of their vehicles, alternatives to relying solely on gasoline engines are being adopted for both cars and motorcycles. Companies are looking to gasoline-electric hybrids, diesel engines, all-electric vehicles and fuel cells.
But one negative impact of such vehicles is in regards to their near-silent operation in city driving. Since most hybrids turn off their gasoline engine during low-speed city driving and rely on electric motors for propulsion, the most noise that many people may hear from the vehicles are a slight electric wine and a hint of tire noise. Deemed too quiet, some electric and fuel cell motorbikes now even come equipped with an artificial audio ?vroom? with adjustable volume control.
Blind pedestrians have taken this issue to heart and are going after hybrids as they feel the silent vehicles pose a serious safety threat, and the U.S. National Federation of the Blind (NFoB) is putting the issue back to the forefront.
The NFoB has worked with the Association of International Auto Manufacturers (AIAM) and the Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE) to look into the possibility of forcing automobiles to emit recognizable sound at all time. The AIAM is even looking into “the possibility of setting a minimum noise level standard for hybrid vehicles,” according to safety director Mike Camissa.
The Department of Transportation, the Federal Highway Administration and the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration have expressed little interest in the idea.
1.3 million people in the United States (out of a total population of 303,036,973 people) are legally blind.
BRITNEY SPEARS HITS MOTORCYCLIST
On Tuesday evening, November 13th, troubled entertainer Britney Spears hit and hospitalized a motorcycle-riding member of the paparazzi as she was trying to evade photographers at a Beverly Hills Hotel. The rider sustained serious injuries and was taken to Ceder-Sinai Medical Center.
?This came as Spears is already facing hit-and-run charges as well as claims that she ran a red light with her kids in the car while on a cell phone,? said a news report by Entertainment Hollywood. Britney’s driving has taken a bad turn ? the 25-year old singer has run over people three times in nearly a month, one of whom was a sheriffs deputy and two were paparazzi.
Spears appeared in court the following day at an emergency custody hearing with Kevin Federline. K-Fed?s attorney convinced LA Superior Court Commissioner Scott Gordon to ban Spears from driving with their kids. Federline has temporary custody of Sean Preston, 2, and Jayden James, 1, because Spears has defied court orders.
QUOTABLE QUOTE: “It’s the constant and determined effort that breaks down all resistance, sweeps away all obstacles.”
–Claude M. Bristol (1891-1951) American Author
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‘Twas the night before Christmas–Old Santa was pissed.
He cussed out the elves and threw down his list.
Miserable little brats, ungrateful little jerks.
I have a good mind to scrap the whole works!
I’ve busted my ass for damn near a year,
Instead of “Thanks Santa”–what do I hear?
The old lady bitches cause I work late at night.
The elves want more money–The reindeer all fight.
Rudolph got drunk and goosed all the maids.
Donner is pregnant and Vixen has AIDS.
And just when I thought that things would get better
Those assholes from the IRS sent me a letter,
They say I owe taxes–if that ain’t damn funny
Who the hell ever sent Santa Claus any money?
And the kids these days–they all are the pits
They want the impossible–Those mean little shits
I spent a whole year making wagons and sleds
Assembling dolls…Their arms, legs and heads
I made a ton of yo yo’s–No request for them,
They want computers and robots…they think – I’m IBM!
Flying through the air…dodging the trees
Falling down chimneys and skinning my knees
I’m quitting this job there’s just no enjoyment
I’ll sit on my fat ass and draw unemployment.
There’s no Christmas this year now you know the reason,
I found me a blonde. I’m going SOUTH for the season
–from Igor
APC’S NEW ’08 WILD CARD S300–Las Vegas, NV – American Performance Cycle, a market leading world class custom production bike manufacturer located in Las Vegas, NV introduces their new ’08 Wild Card S 300, a drop seat pro-street style bike packed full of features found on bikes costing ten’s of thousands of dollars more.
The Wild Card features a blind side swing arm, 5″ frame stretch and a 44 degree rake and start at just $26,995. APC has reengineered their entire product line so that all of their models are now offered with a right side drive, Baker 6-speed, billet closed primaries, forged one-piece Forge-Tec or 80 spoke wheels and way too much chrome and billet to list.
They have also decided to go “bigger” with their rear tires and most models will be available with either 240, 280, 300 or 330 rear tires.
Mike Sample Jr., Vice President of APC stated, “We have four distinct models with various versions of each one (chopper, drop seat, FLH style and pro-street) that are all reasonably priced, but can be custom built with a variety of options to suit the most discriminating buyer.” Sample added, “Three out of our four models are available in three different packages, ranging from a 96″ S&S motor all the way to a show quality polished 124″ S&S engine.” All APC bikes are easily registered insured and are financeable through all major banks and lending institutions. Flooring is now available for those dealers that qualify through GE Capital.
All APC models are CARB and DOT approved. For dealers interested in adding APC bikes to their current product line up and getting up to 12 months of free flooring, please call (702) 314-5272 or check out their website at www.apccycles.com.
Check out APC’s complete ’08 product line at www.apccycles.com or write to them at American Performance Cycles, 6895 Speedway Blvd., Suite Z101, Las Vegas, NV 89115.
BIKERNET OFFICIAL COLD NORTH WEATHER REPORT–While my wife, Fran, is getting ready to cross countryski this morning, I thought I would send you TWO attachedimages depicting the weather report for our region. We were up in Leadville, COyesterday taking photos. Yes it was COLD.
Have a Great Christmas.
–George Emmons Najar
THEY’RE GUILTY BUT THANKFUL–We know all of your are busy so we’ll make this short. We wish all of you, who that have given words of encouragement/advice OR have featured us in your magazines, blog or website OR have taken time out from your busy schedule to help us through this past year, a Happy Holidays and Prosperous New Year!
Ride Safe! “Never assume malice when stupidity will suffice” PEGASUS PFI-V FUEL INJECTION TECH QUESTION–Checked out Pegasus PFI-V. How are they goin to deal with the Twin Cam engine?? There is a big market for a replacement for the Magnelli Morelli H-D used from 95 to 2001. It’s junk. Always has been from day one. Zippers, I think is the only one offering a update. They offer a Delphi conversion upgrade. Nice, but very pricey. So, my point is think many of those old junk H-D EFI systems are out there. Lot’s of them. Your thoughts? –Pablo Within 60 days the Pegasus crew will have fuel injection systems for Twin Cam carb and Fuel injected models.–Wrench LIFESTYLE CYCLES HOLIDAY HOURS AND DEALS OF THE WEEK— 2002 HARLEY DAVIDSON FAT BOYLOW MILES!ONLY $10,995.00 2006 THUNDER MOUNTAIN STERLING103″ Screamin’ Eagle,ONLY $17,995.00 SPEND $100 AND GET A FREE $10.00LIFESTYLE CYCLES GIFT CARD!That’s right! Spend $100 at LifeStyle Cycles between now and 3:00 PM Christmas Eve and you’ll get a $10.00 Gift Card ABSOLUTELY FREE! Spend $200, and get TWO Gift Cards! How many Gift Cards would you like? –LIFESTYLE CYCLES JUST A QUICK REMINDER THAT TIME IS RUNNING OUT ON ORDERING AND SHIPPING FOR CHRISTMAS– SCOTT JACOBS HOLIDAY SPECIALS Wednesday, Dec.19 is the final day to place your order so if you are still deciding on a gift for that special someone, keep in mind the options below. (or click on the link next to my phone # to view the entire collection of Scott Jacobs’ works). It’ that time of year again and to show our appreciation for all our A-list collectors we have come up with a Holiday Special that is truly extraordinary. If you are planning a gift for that “person who has everything” or have been “thinking about” a new Scott Jacobs’ work, this may be just what the doctor ordered. The deal is simple: purchase any Scott Jacobs’ artwork of your choice, framed or unframed, and select a second piece of equal or lesser value at a thirty percent (30%) discount. It is an opportunity to take care of both yourself and someone close to you with a timeless gift for Christmas. A second option would get you a beautifully framed limited edition canvas for FREE. Included with any purchase of a large canvas will be your choice of the smaller version (framed of course) of two of the most popular images of Scott’s career: Shaken not Stirred & After the Ride (see below; VALUE $750) Click on the link at the bottom of this page for our complete catalogue of works including the recent and almost sold-out Marilyn Merlot: LADIES IN WAITING: Cheers, EMPLOYEES ESCAPE OCC–With everyone complaining, the custom market and the Harley market are down and very tough to survive in right now, one would wonder whom and why would anyone take a gamble and enter into this downward spiraling market. As you can imagine to become successful you would need to have a variety of resources, notoriety, exposure and experience to even think about launching into this small niche market. That is exactly what Vinnie Di Martino and Cody Connelly have going for them. Famous for their contributions to the TLC American Chopper series they have moved on and are now the proud creators and owners of V-FORCE CUSTOMS. Cody was the first employee of OCC when the show took to the airways. Being there over six years and Vinnie over 5 years, they both have a great deal of hands on experience and notoriety. ?We are looking forward to getting out in the shop and doing what we love and do best. The past couple months have been mostly setting up the office and legal work,? Cody comments. Vinnie adds, ?We do have a website up and running which is doing very well receiving over 2,000 unique visitors each day. Cody and I try to post comments and upload videos on a daily basis.? In addition, Cody explained that the website is the outlet for their clothing line and have sold their first run of 1,000-signed T-shirts. Cody explained the freshly painted epoxy floors are dry and the new equipment is starting to arrive everyday. You can visit their website VForceCustoms.com and take a virtual tour of their new shop and you can even leave them a comment. ?We plan on being at 2008 Bike Week in Daytona with or without a bike. We plan to at least come out and offer our hats and T-shirts,? says Vinnie. I wish the two of you well and much success and look forward to see your first creation under the V-FORCE CUSTOMS name. — By JEFF BARTUCCI INCREDIBLE NEWS–Talk about ups and downs, and tech stuff mixed with Holiday emotions. I?m not sure where to go from here. Christmas is just a handful of days away and I?m scrambling to set goals for Bonneville in ?09, to dial in the bike and ship it to Colonel Wardlaw in Alabama for tuning then a trip to Cincinnati in February (’08) and Daytona in March. I should be holding Sin Wu?s hand in front of a fire, while discussing my next Tattoo with my son? Wait, back up. I should be conferring with my son about my grandkids? education. That?s more like it, but actually we?ll shoot the shit about my grandson going to jail for smokin? dope, my new tattoo, the next party, Sin Wu?s affair with another woman and the Nyla?s Root Beer bobber by Kent at Luck Devil?s. There’s just never enough time in a day. I swear, the code for next year is fewer project, and I just started another one, a new Panhead motorcycle desk. Where’s the Jack? Hey, tomorrow we start shipping out the Bikernet Stocking stuffers; all 50 of them. Hang on! This is your last chance to sign-up. What the hell, it’s free and you’ll be blown away when you open the gift box. Just click on the logo below. Ride Forever, –Bandit
–Carl (Cj) Hanlon
Guilty Customs, LLC
407.453.0844
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December 26th: 9-6
December 31st: closed
New Year’s Day: closed
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STAR STUDDED 2007 SEMINOLE HARD ROCK ROADHOUSE BASH– HOLLYWOOD, FLA – December 18, 2007 – The Seminole Hard Rock Roadhouse Tour made it’s final stop for 2007 in true Hard Rock style joined by two of America’s favorite rockers, legendary Aerosmith frontman, Steven Tyler and Motley Crue’s Vince Neil.
The weekend kicked off at the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino in Hollywood, Florida with Steven Tyler’s donation of a new outfit to the Hard Rock that he presented while perched on one the first bikes on the road from his new Red Wing Motorcycle company.
The same evening held the Fort Lauderdale Harley-Davidson “Bikers Bash” that benefits the Boys & Girls Clubs of Broward County. Featured entertainment was hosted by Grammy winner/songwriter RICHIE SUPA’S UNPLUGGED Show with performances by Steven Tyler, Vince Neil, country music singer/songwriter Brett James, singer/songwriter Shelly Fairchild and acclaimed Grammy winner/songwriter Stephanie Smith.
Other motorcycle-riding celebrities in attendance included Ami James from Miami Ink, supermodel Niki Taylor, NASCAR driver Burney Lamar and NFL Hall of Famer Terry Kirby, and a list of renowned builders including Dave Perewitz, Eddie Trotta/Thunder Cycles, Aaron Greene/Paramount Cycles, Roger Bourget and Dale Parker/Wide Open Cycles.
The night helped raise over $100,000 featuring auction items such as Hard Rock guitars signed by rock stars around the world and two custom motorcycles; one by Sucker Punch Sally’s and one built on “The Today Show” by the Chopper Chicks Crew. This entire night of entertainment, great food and cocktails was underwritten by the Seminole Hard Rock, the Seminole Tribe of Florida and Bruce Rossmeyer Harley-Davidson with all proceeds going to the Boys & Girls Club of Broward County.
Carrie Repp, producer/promoter of the Seminole Hard Rock Roadhouse said, “The Seminole Hard Rock Roadhouse Tour wrapped up the year with a bang. There is no other place you can experience great rock and roll from the likes of Steven Tyler and Vince Neil at a great venue like the Seminole Hard Rock while being surrounded by the best custom bike builders in the country. The best part was that all the proceeds went to charity, once again proving that bikers and rockers have the biggest hearts.”
The weekend of events culminated with the “SFPC’s 20th Annual Christmas Toys in the Sun Run.” This is the world’s longest motorcycle parade with over 30,000 riders police-escorted on a stretch of 25-miles of closed down highways. The destination featured the Seminole Hard Rock Roadhouse, vendors and builders and performances by Richie Supa & Friends opening for Vince Neil on the main stage. The Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital benefited from the day with a check presentation and thousands of toys brought by riders that will be distributed by the SFPC to children for a very special Christmas.
The Seminole Hard Rock Roadhouse 2008 year will be kicked off at Daytona Bike Week at the Dog House on Main Street. Other ’08 locations include Sturgis, Myrtle Beach, Laconia, Biketoberfest and Fort Lauderdale .
Title sponsor of the Seminole Hard Rock Roadhouse is, the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino, South Florida’s leading entertainment destination featuring 50 live action poker tables and 2,400 of the most popular gaming machines on the casino floor including a new, non-smoking gaming room. The room offers ATM and redemption machines and its own Players Club Booth. This latest enhancement makes Seminole Hard Rock the largest casino in Florida with more than 140,000 square feet of gaming space. This Four-Diamond, AAA rated, 500-room hotel offers 17 restaurants and lounges, 30,000 sq. ft. of meeting room space, a full-service, European-style spa, environmentally friendly hand car wash and auto detail salon, and 22 retail shops and 11 nightclubs in Seminole Paradise.
Entertainment aficionados can enjoy national and international musical acts, comedic performances, and more in Hard Rock Live–a state-of-the art and acoustically-sound arena located on property. For more information, call (954) 327-ROCK, 1-800-937-0010 or visit us online at
Other sponsors include Budweiser, Michael Lichter Photography,
LETTER TO AGENT ZEBRA FROM FAG–Thanks very much Zebra, but I am a FAG now, (Former Action Guy). Althoughcompared to most of the sick, lame, lazy, and just plain old guys runningaround in USASOC and SOCOM HQs, every day I am working there makes feelslike a warrior again. Lots of good friends there, the move has been a greatone.
Many good friends absent from their families this Christmas though, and formany, evermore.
You take care, enjoy your health, your family, the freedom to vote forwhomever you like, buy a gun, worship in any way you wish, write a criticalletter or an article, tell a government official or a cop to fuck off, drinka beer, get on your bike, built the way you want it, and go wherever andwhenever you want.
What an absolutely great fucking country, thanks to the warriors who paidand are still paying for it every day. It is indeed a thin red line.
DOL-TR
Ridley Announces Big Gains in Houston, Credits Emerging Markets–OKLAHOMA CITY (12/18/07) – Ridley Motorcycle Company announced major gains at their Houston area dealerships over last year, bucking reports of an industry slowdown. The company further announced American Dream Cycles in Houston and Xtreme Custom Choppers in Bacliff are leading the country in sales of new Ridley Motorcycles. The sales of Ridley Automatic motorcycles in the Houston market is up 140 percent over last year.
“I believe the overall industry may be down because rider demographics are changing but for the most part, the product is not,” said Bob Kay, director of sales at Ridley Motorcycle Company. “Ridley motorcycles are different because they appeal to these new demographics such as first time riders and women, as well as experienced riders who are getting back into motorcycling.”
According to the Motorcycle Industry Council, the number of female motorcycle riders has increased 36 percent since 1998. As the female demographic increases, many motorcycle companies are looking for ways to capture a significant market share.
“Some companies are trying to court new and female riders through ‘shop parties’ but the bikes they demonstrate are too heavy and complicated to ride,” said Clay Ridley, president and founder of Ridley Motorcycle Company. “We’re seeing a lot of customers learn about our motorcycles at these parties and come purchase a Ridley because it actually fits the rider. These customers are looking for a motorcycle with a low seat height, light weight and a low center of gravity. This exactly describes any Ridley Motorcycle.”
Ridley is introducing many new model options for 2008 including a redesigned Sport, a completely new Auto-Glide Standard model, and an automatic, three-wheeled “Trike”. Base model prices range from $13,995 to $25,995. Ridley Motorcycles are sold throughout the world. Their dealership network spans over 60 US markets, Canada, Puerto Rico, the Philippines and Japan. Ridley is looking to expand into the majority of the EU member countries in the near future.
For more information on Ridley Motorcycle Company including dealership information please visit www.RidleyMotorcycle.com.
Ridley Motorcycle Company
35 NW 42nd Street
Oklahoma City, Ok 73118 USA
Tel. 1 (405) 525-5400
Fax 1 (405) 525-5438
KLOCK WERKS NEW FLARE WINDSHIELD WIND TUNNEL TESTED AND SALT FLATS PROVEN–Klock Werks all new flare windshield does more than look great, it improves performance overall and they can prove it!
Mitchell, SD- The Klock Werks Krew does it again! This time they have taken their winning Bonneville Salt Flats experiences and turned them into viable products for your bike. The all new Flare Windshield (Patent Pending) proves that Klock Werks is the Bagger aftermarket leader.
Brian Klock, owner of Klock Werks, designed and built the Flare windshield to perform as well as look great. “I started this project with a few things in mind; I knew the windshield needed to create down force which would result in less lift on the motorcycle. If I could get this done, it would improve handling and provide an improved air pocket for the rider” explained Klock. The rider he refers to is his new bride, Laura Klock. Laura set a record on the Flats last year riding the bagger Brian built for the Discovery Channel’s Great Biker Build Off.
“Once I had the design down, I wanted to be sure I had done what I set out to do, especially before we hit the Salt Flats, so we took it to NASCAR country and actually tested it at speed in an A2 wind tunnel. The entire experience was surreal!” finished Klock.
Klock Werks Flare Windshield comes custom-molded from premium quality, hard-coated polycarbonate. Polycarbonate provides unmatched durability, even for hard core riders. The sexy, new Flare windshield arrives pre-drilled for fast, easy mounting using your stock windshield hardware. It was designed to make your bike perform and look great. “It’s wind tunnel tested and rider approved” said Laura Klock. Laura has set back to back Bonneville records. The Flare windshield works beyond the salts, it provides improved stability at highway speeds for any rider.
The Flare comes in several options; including one you can paint to match your bike. All are currently available and priced at $169.95
Klock Werks Flare Windshield options include:
8″ Tint
8″ Black
8″ Paint able Clear
12″ Tint
12″ Clear
A Batwing style Flare is nearly complete, watch for details soon
Klock Werks has developed a full line of parts based off of the World’s Fastest Bagger (WFB). This windshield and all other bagger parts are available at: www.kustombaggers.com , Klock Werks (605) 996-3700, or through your local Drag Specialties dealer.
NEW PHOENIX PHOTO STUDIO OPENED–I’m back in business with a new Photography/Video studio, Please make a note that my new main e-mail account is now I’m ready for a great 2008, and wish you all a fantastic holiday season and a wonderful new year. –John BIKERNET BANNER STEPS UP FOR TAPS–The Bikernet banner has shown up again in Denver for USA Bikernation benefit for TAPS (Tragedy Assistance Program for Survivors) this is a national charity for children and spouses of fallen servicemen and servicewomen. Peter Boyles from KHOW-AM 630 morning radio show decided to have a benefit at the local strip club Shotgun Willies, where some of the gals preformed the Christmas hit the Nutcracker. 2wheelers along with other business and bikers in the area braved the cold morning and made the day a sucess for the Taps organization and USA Bikernation. I need to thank Donna and Arlin Fatland, of 2Wheelers Shop, for making this happen and remembering to think of Bikernet.–Bandit W8LESS RAY WHEELER HELPS OUT BIKERNET READER– Ray Wheeler, who was in your news not long ago helped me out. The add was in the wanted section for Dyna saddlebags. I appreciate it. By the way, Ray must be a stand up guy, sending me the bags, without C.O.D., but trusting enough for me to send him the money later. So support his light floating rotors. –Steve Rudd WINNERS ANNOUNCED IN H-D “GET DOWN TO DAYTONA” CONTEST– MILWAUKEE (December 19, 2007) – The winners in the Harley-Davidson Get Down to Daytona Contest were announced today and will receive an expense paid road trip for two from Atlanta to Daytona Bike Week ’08 alongside Karen Davidson, great-granddaughter of one of the Company’s founders, as well as a three nights stay in Daytona. Harley-Davidson chose six finalists on Nov. 28 and posted them online for viewer voting to begin. At the end of the voting period on Dec. 12, Harley-Davidson decided that all six finalists would be chosen as winners and receive the trip of a lifetime for them and a guest. “Interest in the Harley-Davidson Get Down to Daytona contest exceeded our expectations,” said Leslie Prevish, manager, women’s outreach, Harley-Davidson Motor Company. “We are thrilled with the response we have received to the contest videos. All of the finalists’ stories are truly inspirational, and the nearly 35,000 voters felt the same way. So, we have decided to extend the prize package and invitation to all six women and their guests to join us on the Get Down to Daytona Ride.” The six winners in alphabetical order are: Carol Dicicco from Chalfont, Pa.; Tonya Lamia from Rockford, Ill.; Kimberly Ryon from Harford, Pa.; Shelli Strand from Birch Run, Mich.; Jennifer Thorne from Mt. Pleasant, Pa.; and Teresa Weston from Hermitage, Tenn. Harley-Davidson announced the Get Down to Daytona contest on October 1, and women had until November 15 to submit videos about their greatest motorcycle mentor story. The videos were 90 seconds or less, and gave a woman the chance to thank her mentor for helping her start her motorcycle journey, improve her confidence and riding skills or take on new challenges on a motorcycle. More than 200 videos were submitted before six finalists were chosen for online viewer voting, which began on Nov. 28 and ended Dec. 12. The six winners’ videos are still posted online at EASYRIDERS SHOW CARD–This is the art for the backside of the Autograph Cards the Centerfold Builders hand out and it includes the Bikernet.com logo, you lucky bastard. You have been picked for outstanding service and dedication to our events, and because you always bring the Jack Daniels. –ER Events Janitor PEGASUS TIP OF THE WEEK–Have you ever been jamming on the freeway at high speeds and sensed that your were running into your rev limiter-only you didn’t have a rev limiter? Feels like you’re missing terribly or the carb ran short of gas. According to Mil Blair, the circuit breakers on late model Harleys can vibrate at high speeds or under tough road and rigid frame conditions and start to miss connect. “I recommend returning to the era of the fuse,” Mil said. “I run the best automotive inline fuses to eliminate vibrating Circuit breakers.”
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HARLEY-DAVIDSON WOMEN RIDERS – HEAD DOWN TO DAYTONA BIKE WEEK 2008– The Get Down to Daytona contest is over and the six winners have been announced (check out www.harley-davidson.com/womensride to see the winners and watch their inspiring videos). All women riders are invited to head down to Daytona and join the Bike Week 2008 action.
Harley-Davidson will be having a women’s display in the Ocean Center all week featuring giveaways, seminars and motorcycle information. Also, Women’s Day is Tuesday, March 4, 2008, featuring special activities just for women. The Get Down to Daytona contest winners will be rolling into Daytona that morning, so stop by for your chance to meet them and Karen Davidson, great granddaughter of one of the Company’s founders. Women riders should also keep their eye on the Web site for upcoming info regarding a special women’s ride in Daytona.
EVEL KNIEVEL–The relationship between Evel Knievel and Harley-Davidson Motor Company began in the 1970s when the Company sponsored Knievel. Bill Davidson, vice president, core customer marketing, Harley-Davidson Motor Company, and great grandson of one of the Company’s founders, reflects on his memories and experiences with Evel.
“Evel Knievel was the most recognized motorcyclist in the world, performing extravagant stunts in front of people from around the globe,” said Davidson. “In a way, Evel was a lot like our brand: powerful, unique, recognized around the world, and he demonstrated Americana.”
“Evel was an extreme person with a big heart,” said Davidson. “I remember when I was a little boy, I asked him to help sponsor me in a bicycle ride for the Diabetic Association. He sent a letter and a check back for $1,000! I know he supported a lot of organizations throughout his years, but kids always held a special place in his heart.”
“The last time I saw Evel was in Daytona in March when we had asked him to sign autographs for an hour. Even though he was ill, he stayed for three or fours hours signing autographs. Evel was not only an amazing stuntman, but a man with an amazing soul.”
TWIN CAM TIMKEN CASE BEARING CONVERSION TOOL–THIS TOOL IS A MUST FOR THE BIG CUBIC INCH LATE MODEL TWIN CAM ENGINEBUILDER. IT MAY ALSO BE USED TO REPLACE BEARING FOR STOCK 88 OR 96-INCHENGINES.
UTILIZING THE SPECIAL JIMS PRECISION INSERT, IT IS DESIGNED TOEASILY AND ACCURATELY CONVERT THE LEFT SIDE CRANKSHAFT ROLLER BEARING (H-DNO.24604-00D) TO THE MORE DURABLE TIMKEN? BEARING (H-D NO.9028). THISINSERT IS MANUFACTURED FROM AEROSPACE QUALITY STEEL THAT IS SEVERAL TIMESSTRONGER THAN THE ALUMINUM CASE MATERIAL THE STANDARD BEARING RIDES IN.THE TOOL INCLUDES:
A NEW STEEL BEARING INSERT HELD TO UNDER .0002 TOTAL INDICATOR READING.
A PRESS PLATE THAT WILL HOLD THE BEARING INSERT IN LINE WITH THE CASEBEARING BORE AT THE TIME IT IS BEING PRESSED INTO CASE.
ALL THE NECESSARY DRILL BITS TO DRILL OIL FEED AND RETURN HOLES,HARDWARE, AND DETAILED INSTRUCTIONS.
THIS JOB CAN BE PERFORMED WITH NORMAL HAND TOOLS, A HAND DRILL, AND A 2TON PRESS.
NO.959 – USE ON TWIN CAM? ENGINES 2003-PRESENT. MUST ALSO USE EXISTINGJIMS TOOL NO.2246 FOR RACE INSTALLATION. ORDER BEARING INSERTS ANDTIMKEN? BEARINGS SEPARATELY.
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WWW.JIMSUSA.COM
THINGS THAT ARE DIFFICULT TO SAY WHEN DRUNK–
1. Innovative
2. Preliminary
3. Proliferation
4. Cinnamon
5. Chimney
THINGS THAT ARE VERY DIFFICULT TO SAY WHEN DRUNK:
1. Specificity
2. Anti-constitutionalistically
3. Passive-aggressive disorder
4. Transubstantiate
THINGS THAT ARE DOWNRIGHT IMPOSSIBLE TO SAY WHEN DRUNK:
1. Thanks, but I don’t want to have sex.
2. Nope, no more booze for me.
3. Sorry, but you’re not really my type.
4. Taco Bell ? No, thanks, I’m not hungry.
5. Good evening, officer. Isn’t it lovely out tonight?
6. Oh, I couldn’t. No one wants to hear me sing karaoke.
7. I’m not interested in fighting you.
8. Thank you, but I won’t make any attempt to dance; I have no coordination; I’d hate to look like a fool.
9. Where is the nearest toilet? I refuse to vomit in public.
–from Koolhouse
KING KONG KLUTCH FROM BAKER–Hi everybody in American Big Twin media-land. This is a blast email press release from Scout the Brand Vandal at BAKER Drivetrain. For many, I’m re-introducing our King Kong Klutch. I have a spanking-new media list, so if you hadn’t got any official word on the KKK back in January, here is my official intro.
Why am I re-introducing this clutch? Well, it was designed to be the end all for big-inch, high-power, massive output from mega-motors. That was our focus and it’s doing just fine with that target. But, we’re finding that touring folks LOVE the super-light clutch effort. Yes, this KKK will fit most stock baggers our there and it subsides clutch effort without heavy springs. The secret is in the design.
The new focus on the KKK, without being cross-eyed, will also be the demographic who complains about difficulty clutching the most. A lot of the types are in the bagger market. Forgive me for not being PC if I’m not, but this clutch is great for older riders, arthritic riders, and women with smaller hands, and so on, The KKK will be the –//Scout BIKERNET-ROLLIN’ SIXES CHOPPERS T-SHIRTS FOR THE TROOPS DRIVE–Read your T-shirt for troops call etc. Here is a seasonal poem from Afganistan. Ok it’s not strictly about m’cycles – but I ride a Harley and so do lots of the boys – and girls. The govt doesn’t care. So we must. Ride free. –Harley Hugh King – London IT WAS THE NIGHT BEFORE CHRISTMASHE LIVED ALL ALONE I LOOKED ALL ABOUT A STRANGE SIGHT I DID SEE FOR THIS HOUSE WAS DIFFERENT IT WAS DARK AND DREARY THE FACE WAS SO GENTLE THE ROOM IN SUCH DISORDER I REALISED THE FAMILIES THAT I SAW THIS NIGHT THEY ALL ENJOY FREEDOM EACH MONTH OF THE YEAR THE VERY THOUGHT BROUGHT A TEAR TO MY EYE THE SOLDIER ROLLED OVER AND DRIFTED TO SLEEP I KEPT WATCH FOR HOURS SO SILENT AND STILL THEN THE SOLDIER ROLLED OVER WITH A VOICE SOFT AND PURE –Hugh King
Brand Vandal | Director of Marketing, Creative and PRBAKER Drivetrain
Toll Free: 1-877-640-2004
IN A ONE BEDROOM HOUSE MADE OF PLASTER AND STONE
I HAD COME DOWN THE CHIMNEY WITH PRESENTS TO GIVE
AND TO SEE JUST WHO IN THIS HOME DID LIVE
NO TINSEL NO PRESENTS JUST A PHOTO OF HIS HARLEY
NO STOCKING BY THE MANTLE JUST BOOTS FILLED WITH SAND
ON THE WALL HUNG PICTURES OF FAR DISTANT LANDS
WITH MEDALS AND BADGES AWARDS OF ALL KINDS
A SOBER THOUGHT CAME THROUGH MY MIND
I FOUND THE HOME OF A SOLDIER ONCE I COULD SEE CLEARLY
THE SOLDIER LAY SLEEPING SILENT ALONE
CURLED UP ON THE FLOOR IN THIS ONE BEDROOM HOME
NOT HOW I PICTURED A LONE ALLIED SOLDIER
WAS THIS THE HERO OF WHOM I’D JUST READ
CURLED UP ON A PONCHO THE FLOOR FOR A BED
OWED THEIR LIVES TO THESE SOLDIERS WHO WERE WILLING TO FIGHT
SOON ROUND THE WORLD THE CHILDREN WOULD PLAY
AND GROWN-UPS WOULD CELEBRATE A BRIGHT CHRISTMAS DAY
BECAUSE OF THE SOLDIERS LIKE THE ONE LYING HERE
I COULDN’T HELP WONDER HOW MANY ALONE
ON A COLD CHRISTMAS EVE IN A LAND FAR FROM HOME
I DROPPED TO MY KNEES AND STARTED TO CRY
THE SOLDIER AWAKENED AND I HEARD A ROUGH VOICE
‘SANTA DON’T CRY THIS LIFE IS MY CHOICE
I FIGHT FOR FREEDOM
I DON’T ASK FOR MORE
MY LIFE IS MY GOD, MY COUNTRY, MY CORPS’
I COULDN’T CONTROL IT I CONTINUED TO WEEP
AND WE BOTH SAT AND SHIVERED FROM THE COLD NIGHT’S CHILL
I DIDN’T WANT TO LEAVE ON THAT COLD DARK NIGHT
THIS GUARDIAN OF HONOUR SO WILLING TO FIGHT
WHISPERED ‘CARRY ON SANTA IT’S CHRISTMAS DAY ALL IS SECURE’
ONE LOOK AT MY WATCH AND I KNEW HE WAS RIGHT
‘MERRY CHRISTMAS MY FRIEND AND TO ALL A GOOD NIGHT’
NEW V-ROD TURBO KITFOR 2008 MODELS– Recently introduced by Trask Performance, this new turbo kit developed specifically for 2008 Models can make these already formidable machines down right fun! Claimed ratings are 160 HP with 110 FT LBS torque! Trask turbos tuck in close for comfort, are fit with Garrett GT series ceramic ball bearing turbocharger and have been modified for use on the 2008 engines. A straight forward bolt on install, each kit comes with hard copy, CD instructions and an installation DVD.
Trask also includes a custom high performance clutch upgrade to handle the monster pulling power along with EFI ignition and fuel maps. A Race Tuner or Power Commander is required but not supplied in the kit.
Extremely streetable, each system is finished in Brutal Black to match the unique bike’s finish. Chrome is offered as an option and both systems include a custom boost gauge kit.
The complete system retails for $4995.00. You can check out the entire line of TRASK Turbo systems at www.TurboYourHarley.com or call 866 99 TRASK.
STEED MOTORCYCLES DIDN’T DIE–Due to the overwhelming number of requests, I’ve re-opened this website to you, the Steed Enthusiast, as a source for current updates and historical reference material. The Official Steed Online Store is now open once again and stocked with Steed Brand Clothing and merchandise.
I’d like to personally thank each and every one of the Steed Motorcycle owners for their encouragement and continued support during one of the most challenging chapters in my 19 year history in the American motorcycle industry.
In July of 2005 I “sold” the assets of the motorcycle manufacturing company I founded in 1989, along with motorcycle designs and processes to Patriot Motorcycle Corporation. I also licensed my brands, Steed and Steed Musclebike to Patriot while I was employed to oversee the Design and Development of street motorcycles for the company.
My short alliance with Patriot Motorcycle Corporation ended in October 2006 when I declined an offer from Patriot to “buy back” the motorcycle division they decimated in less than a year.
Sadly, directly due to my association with Patriot, 2006 was the last year of production of Steed Brand motorcycles. Currently I am pursuing all the legal remedies available. Patriot Motorcycle Corporation, CEO Michelle Attias, President, Dick Simon and CFO David Gernak are currently now known collectively and individually with their spouses as “Defendants” in US District Court. Even though the wheels of justice move at a very low RPM I have faith that justice will prevail, given time.
My passion and commitment to the American Motorcycle industry continues. I will personally respond to all inquiries regarding Branding, Licensing, Product Design, Consulting, Marketing and Photography at my latest venture JC Studios LLC.
I truly appreciate your continued support of the Steed Brand.
–John Covington
http://www.steedmusclebike.com/index2.html
DAYTONA HEATED GRIPS–DAYTONA Japan, a long-time leader in Japan’s custom aftermarket industry, is offering new heated grips designed specifically for Harley-Davidson models and American V-twins.
A three-level, chromed, heat control is built into the left side grip, which means there are no additional switches or controllers to mount, and the rider does not have to let go of the bars to operate the heat control, allowing for safer riding.
The heated grips are switched on/off with the ignition (if wired as instructed) to avoid battery draining.
Daytona grips are distributed in the US by Biker?s Choice, Custom Chrome, Drag Specialties, K?ryakyn Products, Mid USA, Midwest Motorcycle Supply and V-Twin Manufacturing.
SUPPORT THE CALIFORNIA HELMET LITIGATION– There is important constitutional helmet law litigation, originally brought by Richard Quigley that requires your support for it to succeed. It is set for trial in May 2008 in the same California courthouse where Quigley obtained the judicial opinion that the California helmet law was unconstitutionally vague as applied. The present litigation, if successful, will build on that victory now to defeat the California helmet law on the same constitutional due process grounds. We anticipate, furthermore, that the appellate decision resulting from the case will also assist freedom fighters across the nation to defeat their helmet laws.
The purpose of this correspondence is to request your help to properly fund the trial. We urge you to pass the hat, dig deep, and send your checks to: “Judicial Fund” c/o Abate of California, 10240 Seventh Avenue, Hesperia, CA 92345.
True to the tradition of the small but great state of Delaware, the first state to ratify the United States Constitution, the three Delaware ABATE Chapters have announced that they will be the first to stand to defend the constitution, specifically by doing their part to assure that this important constitutional litigation prevails. These three small Delaware ABATE Chapters have made an $8,000 contribution to this Judicial Fund set up as the war chest for the Quigley litigation. The contribution represents $8.00 from each Delaware ABATE member. In announcing the donation, Delaware ABATE State Legislative Coordinator, Gary K. (Hildy) Hilderbrand stated:
“We are releasing this announcement as a challenge to all SMROs in every state in the nation to match what our little State has done. ABATE of Delaware is proud to represent the State that started this nation, and first on board with the desperately needed funds to maintain our freedom.”
We are writing to urge all SMROs across this nation to come together, and follow Delaware’s lead, to assure that this important constitutional litigation prevails. We also want you to know that the success we achieve will not just free California bikers from the shackles of our oppressive helmet law; it will set the precedent that we hope will assure that every other state can obtain or preserve freedom.
The legislative helmet wars have entered an entirely new battlefield on which SMROs now face not only the insurance industry and medical lobbyists but the federal government now wearing the face of the National Transportation Safety Board. The September 2007 NTSB recommendations and the reinvigorated helmet law proponent activity nationwide should cause rights advocates in every state to consider whether it will be realistic to expect with any certainty that freedom can be achieved against these even greater powers lining up against us, and indeed, whether the SMROs in the free and semi-free states we will be able to hold on to their freedom.
The NTSB has made a specific recommendation to every state, and that is to adopt or amend the state helmet laws to require that ALL riders wear helmets conforming to the federal motorcycle helmet performance standard set forth in FMVSS 218. This already has happened in Nebraska and North Carolina.
The importance of the Quigley California litigation is in part derived from the fact that the California helmet law is precisely the law that the NTSB has recommended. It is a law requiring all California motorcyclists and their passengers to wear helmets compliant with FMVSS 218.
The present litigation is the culmination of 17 years of concerted work by Richard Quigley and California freedom fighters like Steve Bianco, the truck driver responsible for the constitutional appellate law which has set the CHP up for this fall. Steve Bianco is also one of the four remaining plaintiffs in the Quigley litigation who will carry this litigation forward now following Quig’s passing.
If successful, our victory will hammer the final constitutional nail into the coffin of the California helmet law. It is 17 years of work which we also hope may be able to shortcut the road to freedom for those who will fight for it in the courts of our sister states. Indeed, it is our greatest hope that our victory will serve as important constitutional precedent for freedom fighters to obtain the same result in every state in which a helmet law presently requires use of FMVSS 218 compliant helmets, and every other state in which such a law is subsequently enacted pursuant to the NTSB’s recommendations.
Thank you for your consideration in the above regard.
In freedom and brotherhood,
–Tony “Pan” Sanfelipo
Founder, ABATE of Wisconsin
BOLT National Director
Sturgis Freedom Fighters Hall of Fame, 2002
AIR RIDE SYSTEMS FROM THE MASTERS AT LEGENDS–Legend Air Suspensions L1, D1 and V1 systems make installing, operating and enjoying the ride of your FL, Dyna, or V-Rod better than ever. If three wheels suites you best, check out our new system for Touring Trikes. Available in chrome & black.MSRP $1600
The new L7 systems has the same features as the original L1 series, using exclusive Kevlar Air Spring technology and deflective disc dampening to offer the best smooth ride quality with no bottoming out under any load condition.MSRP $1600
==Adrienne W. Zimiga
Independent Cycle, Inc.
p h o n e 605 | 737 – 4200
az@independentcycleinc.com
www.independentcycleinc.com
LETTERS TO TROOPS RETURNED OR DESTROYED–Hundreds of thousands of holiday cards and letters thanking American troops for their sacrifice and wishing them well never reach their destination. They are returned to sender or thrown away unopened.
Since the Sept. 11 attacks and the anthrax scare, the Pentagon and the Postal Service have refused to deliver mail addressed simply to “Any Wounded Soldier” for fear terrorists or opponents of the war might send toxic substances or demoralizing messages.
Mail must be addressed to a specific member of the armed forces – a rule that pains many well-meaning Americans this Holiday season.
Last season, despite the rule, officials say as many as 450,000 pieces of mail not addressed to anyone in particular managed to reach Walter Reed Army Medical Center in Washington. But they were returned or, if they had no return address, were thrown out altogether, because the hospital lacked the manpower to open and screen all the unsolicited mail.
USO spokesman John Hanson said that like the military, the nonprofit service organization does not deliver unopened mail to unspecified recipients. He said the USO worries about security as well as hateful messages from war critics.
The USO is one of the organizations the military is encouraging people to support with donations as an alternative to sending cards to unspecified soldiers. The military is also referring people to the American Red Cross and a Defense Department Web site where supporters have posted thousands of messages to troops.
INDIAN LARRY LEGACY SPLITS–In September 2004, four friends and partners of Indian Larry got together to form an organization with one goal in mind, keeping Indian Larry’s memory alive. This collaboration, known as Indian Larry Legacy, has continuously grown to produce outstanding motorcycles, custom parts, and an expanding line of cutting edge apparel.
2008 will bring about some changes to the organization in that the Legacy partners, Bobby Seeger, Elisa Seeger, Paul Cox, and Keino Sasaki, will all be branching out to follow various independent pursuits in the motorcycle industry.
Bobby Seeger and Elisa Seeger, major players in the bike shop and the driving force behind the creative and diverse line of Indian Larry merchandise, will continue to offer the public an opportunity to own something special. The time they have spent as Larry’s friends and partners has led them to produce a quality group of accessories. These items continue to be offered at various shops across the country as well as on indianlarry.com. They will also focus on Grease Monkey Mayhem and event started in Sturgis 2006, which has brought together the most talented builders and artists to showcase their work.
Keino Sasaki, eager young builder from Japan, is launching his own shop in Brooklyn, NY named Keino Cycles. Having been greatly inspired by Larry’s philosophy, Keino’s sites are aimed towards advances in motor configuration, frame work and sheet metal and a look that is unique and stylish.
Paul Cox, long established as a leather craftsman and fabricator, will be expanding his independent company Paul Cox Industries. The primary focus will continue to be handmade motorcycles, along with custom parts and leather work. He will remain in Brooklyn and continue to build in the mechanical style shared with him by Indian Larry.
For more information and updates on each check:www.indianlarry.com, paulcoxindustries.com, and greasemonkeymayhem.com.
HOTTOPPERS SOFTAIL KIT–Check out this bike. Very cool, very nicely-done bobber. Owned and operated by Hottoppers. I saw the bike in Thunderpress and asked them details about the bike. Bob Lundquist sent these shots along. I’m thinkin’ this might be a good bike to feature after the first of the year.
–Hiway
240 conversion kit x18″ biggey size nightrain wheel, stretch tank, front wheel, fender. tire 18″ black fork legs from the factory turds the rest all from the number one guys in Europe (world) …
–Siegbert and Thomas
www.warneke-faust.com in germany..might have to change your shorts after $ quote …beware but quality and safety isn’t cheap and EVERYONE from pro builders to the girl next store love this bike!!
–Bob Lundquist
Hot Toppers, Inc.
255 North 121st Street
Milwaukee, Wisconsin 53226
info@hottoppers.com
www.hottoppers.com
USA toll free 877-446-8867
international 414-282-5660
fax 414-282-5858
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