Hey,

As we rapidly close 2007, the Bikernet Boardroom is scrambling with suggestions for 2008. The Bikernet Ivory tower, with lavish office suites, milk crate desks and motorcycle seat-seats, reeks as we grapple through office politics and worried vice presidents. Someone recently asked me how large our staff was? The employment ranks of Bikernet are vast. We have 40 vice presidents, one president and two employees.

Due to the slowdown in the motorcycle industry we’ve threatened to layoff twenty vice presidents and re-hire them just after the presidential election when motorcycle sales are due to fly once again. We have the word from our Himalaya bound mystic motorcycle guru. So, you can imagine the harried wrangling in the boardroom.

We’ve come to one distinct consensus: the mantra for 2008 is The Year Of Our Veterans. We are going to do all we can for veterans during 2008 and into the middle of 2009. I’ll tell you more about it later, but 10 VPs are trying to take credit for the idea and the other 10 are trying to have the first group arrested for sexual harassment. Let’s hit the news, it’s getting ugly around here.

TWO DEALS OF THE WEEK FROM DEPARTURE BIKE WORKS- the Pan is a 1949 good #s and a tight engine, needs tickler in carb and both calipers and master cylinders need rebuilt

The engine is 1961 also good #s and w/title completely rebuilt , std cyls , the heads have been reworked using black diamond valves-new r/arm assy -new springs ,they are ’63 to ’65 outside oilers I plan to use S&S lifter blocks and feed oil to top end through the lifters like an evo will supply gen and carb with engine need $10,000.0- for ’49 $8000.00 for engine

–Lee

NEWS FROM THE EPA FRONT–Senator Brueggaman, from Montana, is working with SEMA, the EPA and CARB. They?re working together perhaps to change the emissions direction from parts and emission levels to actual mileage. The Senator wants to regulate the number of miles on custom cars and bikes and not the components and emissions. It could be an easier way to go.

ASSALT WEAPAN UPDATE–We are shipping sponsor packages tomorrow. Many surprises inside, so hang on. We installed the Pegasus EFI system and ran it several times. You’re going to love this system. Watch for the tech next week.

Here’s the plan for the Assalt Weapan.

I need to get Pegasus fully installed and hooked up to the Nitrous. Then we will ship it to Berry Wardlaw, at Accurate Engineering for dyno testing, wind tunnel work at the University of Alabama and then a run on the Maxmum Mile.

SWINGER MODEL FROM SUCKER PUNCH SALLY–Hey, I just got an email from Ken Conte from Sucker Punch. He sent some pics and specs on the Swinger model. Man, I owe you again. You’re one hell of bro. I wish I was out on the west coast to bring over some Jack, right now. I have to make an event out your way or get my ass out to Long Beach to party and pay my respects.

–Eric Fertig

Thanks Eric, watch Bikernet next week for all the new Sucker Punch Models and the story behind them.–Bandit

AVDANCED CUSTOM MOTORCYCLE PAINTING BY DAVE PEREWITZ, NEW BOOK FROM WOLFGANG–The subject of custom painting is always important for the simple reason that motorcycle owners can’t leave their bikes alone, and do not want their bike to look like all those other bikes in the parking lot. The first thing most motorcycle owners do with a new bike is to make it their own, with chrome accessories, new sheet metal, and unique paint. The easiest way to make a bike stand out in a crowd is with a nice custom paint job.

The book is timely and important because people want to learn how to apply custom paint themselves, without having to pay someone else two to five thousand dollars for a candy job or really nice set of flames buried under multiple clearcoats. The other reason this book is important is because of the nature of modern paint. Though the urethanes are more durable than anything used before, they are expensive and can be toxic, so correct use of the materials is more important than ever.

This book is the only how-to-paint book that includes specific directions and tips from Dave Perewitz. It is also the only book that will include a side bar and interview with paint experts from PPG Paint, discussing not only the newest materials, but how to use them to best effect. Look for this book Spring of 2008 from Wolfgang Publications.www.wolfpub.com

HELP SANTA’S LITTLE HELPER– Women need support, comfort and protection on and off a motorcycle. Torian Chopper Leathers has just what you need for Santa’s little helper a Torian Race Hoodie. It comes in midnight black and is constructed of the softest naked-leather available today. This will be her favorite jacket because it fits well, has plenty of pockets and wears like iron.

Checkout Bikernet’s Black Market now and your sweetie will be rewarding Santa all year long.

JIMS BIKERNET TOOL OF THE WEEK, OIL PUMP SEAL INSTALLER– Easily installs oil pump seal perfectly below gear surface for a no leak fit.

No.1053 – Use on all aluminum Big Twin pumps single cam only. (Note:Includes aftermarket motors.)

Suggested Retail Price: $72.15

–JT Lepien
www.jimsusa.com

CYCLE WORLD IMS SHOW COMING TO LONG BEACH NEXT WEEKEND– Show Preview!Here is an EXCLUSIVE preview of what you’ll see at Long Beach Convention Center NEXT WEEKEND:

Matt Hotch
Cory Ness
Roland Sands – Art of Function
Jesse Rooke

It’s all at the Cycle World International Motorcycle Shows presented by Toyota – the only factory-supported show series in America!

Big Twin Customs Presented by NewmarBig Twin Customs presented by Newmar is one of the must-see features on the floor. These bikes may have started as name-brand cruisers or they may have been hand-built from the ground up…

Where
Long Beach
Convention Center
300 East Ocean Boulevard
Long Beach, CA 90802
www.longbeachcc.com

Show Hours
Fri 12/7, 4pm – 9pm
Sat 12/8, 9:30am – 8pm
Sun 12/9, 9:30am – 5pm

BRASS BALLS BOBBER BIKE OF THE MONTH SHOTS– Here are the pictures. Sorry for the delay. I have been working so much lately, I just protested opening my laptop over the Thanksgiving holiday. Had some much needed down time with the family.

Have a great week.
–Dar Holdsworth

OLD MOTORCYCLE CONNECTION IN TEXAS–I recently ran into Bud from Austin Texas. We are working on a motorcycle art project. You’ll see it soon on Bikernet, but if you need old shit, try Bud’s motorcycle Shop (512) 472-8658.

–Wrench

LACED WHEEL & TIRE PACKAGE DEALS–
– 16 x 3.5 inch: 40, 60, 80, and 120 Spoke with tires.
– Fat Daddy Radially Laced wheels.
– 18 x 3.5 and 18 x 4.25, cross laced and Fat Daddy.
– 21 x 3.5 front wheel with White Wall
– Painted rims and hubs.
– Wide rear wheels (4.25, 5.5, 8.5, & 10.5)

We are pleased to offer the following wheel and tire package deals for your wintertime projects. If you are looking for something different, let us know and we will give you a quote.

16 x 3.5 40 stainless spoke front and rear with Black Wall Harley Dunlops: $495 per wheel assembly. (Chrome rim and hub)

16 x 3.5 80 spoke front and rear with Black Wall Harley Dunlops: $595 per wheel assembly. (Chrome rim and hub)

16 x 3.5 “Fat Daddy” Radially Laced with Black Wall Harley Dunlops: $699 per wheel assembly. (Chrome rim and hub)

18 x 3.5 front, 18 x 4.25 rear, Black Rim, Fat Daddy Radially Laced spokes, black hub with Black Wall Metzlers: $797 per wheel assembly.

21 x 3.5 “Ganster” front wheel, 60 spoke with white wall Avon: $695

Wheel assembly includes: new wheel, brand new mounted and balanced Harley Davidson Dunlop (or Metzler where indicated), new bearings, chrome valve stem. Prices do not include shipping.

The American Revolution Team

American Revolution, Inc.8319 Secura WaySanta Fe Springs, CA 90670P 866.578.9304F 562.361.4016www.usachrome.cominfo@usachrome.com

FIRST EVER TWO-TOOL BIKERNET WEEK, Tappet Oil Filter Screw Plug Tool–Use to remove tappet oil filter screen plug without removing exhaust pipes.

Instruction sheet No.2233-IS.
No.2233 – Use on Big Twins single cam.
Suggested retail price: $24.40

–JT Lepien
www.jimsusa.com

MULLER MOTORCYCLE FROM GERMANY NOW MAKING BRAKE SYSTEMS– My mail is long overdue, but M?ller Motorcycle needed a complete overhaul. We got a new catalog in German and English. We fired our master toolmaker and got a better one who is able to work in a team. And finally we got our new brakes tested from DREAM MACINES magazin. I translated the article into English language.

If needed I can also send some English catalogs and price lists if you give me an address.
http://www.m-motorcycle.de/web3/

–Gerhard “Pete” Peter

Watch in the near future for the brake test from Germany.–Wrench

RAPIDE TAILLIGHT FROM CRIME SCENE CHOPPERS–Crime Scene Choppers’ new “Rapide” line features a style-coordinated air cleaner, head light and tail light. The Rapide line features a distinctive scallop design and a matching grill. The Rapide taillight uses a super-bright 48 LED lamp (included) for unsurpassed visibility. The LED unit is wired for both “stop” and “run”. A chrome 3-hole fender mount base is included, along with all stainless hardware. A chrome sidemount license plate and taillight bracket is available separately.

The Rapide taillight is available in two different finishes; a satin aluminum bucket with highlighted scallops and a polished brass grill, or all chrome.

Satin 3/ polished brass grill: $199
Chrome: $229
Chrome license plate/taillight bracket: $99

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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.

COAST TO COAST BIKER NEWS
Compiled & Edited by Bill Bish,
National Coalition of Motorcyclists (NCOM)

MICHIGAN LEGISLATURE PASSES HELMET LAW REPEAL, BILL GOES TO GOVERNOR A helmet law repeal bill has passed both houses of Michigan?s state legislature, and proponents are mounting an intense lobbying effort aimed at Governor Jennifer Granholm who vetoed a similar measure last year citing safety concerns.

This year?s version, House Bill 4749, was approved by the Senate by a vote of 23-15, and by the House 69-39, and is similar to a bill passed by both chambers last year but with an opt-out clause designed to allow qualified riders to purchase a permit allowing them to ride without a helmet.

The law would allow riders over 21 to purchase a $100 one-year state permit or a $200 three-year permit. The rider must carry at least $20,000 in insurance to pay first-party medical benefits in the event of an accident, have been licensed for at least two years to operate a motorcycle or have completed a motorcycle safety course. Riders who do not purchase a permit and ride without helmets face a fine of up to $300.

“Modernizing Michigan’s outdated helmet law will bring in much-needed revenue, jobs and investments,” said Jim Rhoades, legislative director of ABATE of Michigan. “We urge the governor to put aside her personal objections to modernizing Michigan’s helmet law.”

ABATE of Michigan and the Confederation of Clubs of Michigan are among the groups that support the bill, arguing that helmets offer little protection and hurt tourism, and pointing out that revenue from the sales of permits would generate an estimated $15-20 million a year for the cash-strapped state.

State Rep. Barbara Farrah, D-Southgate, who sponsored the bill, said 30 other states, including all of Michigan’s neighbors, allow some form of helmet-free riding, giving them an edge over Michigan in attracting tourism dollars from out-of-state motorcyclists.

The governor will have 14 days to sign or veto the bill when it hits her desk, or let it become law without taking any action, but proponents of the legislation intend to further lobby the governor for her support before sending the bill to her office.

Concerned riders are being urged to contact Governor Granholm at (517) 335-7858 and request that she sign HB 4749 into law.

FEDS ANNOUNCE CAMPAIGN TO CURB RIDER FATALITIES To combat the rising trend of motorcycle injuries and fatalities, U.S. Secretary of Transportation Mary E. Peters recently announced a comprehensive new federal initiative to improve motorcycle safety with more rider education and training, tougher standards for helmet certification labeling, law enforcement training, and road designs that consider motorcycle dynamics.

Secretary Peters ? an avid motorcyclist herself ? also released a television public service announcement promoting rider safety and use of personal protective gear, referring to her own crash on a two-lane highway near Tucson in 2005 when she suffered a broken collarbone.

Peters said the motorcycle safety initiative will create new national safety and training standards for novice riders, curb counterfeit helmet labeling so that consumers can be certain they are buying DOT-certified helmets, place new focus on motorcycle-specific road improvements, and provide training to law enforcement officers on how to spot unsafe motorcyclists. In addition, Peters said, the plan includes a broad public awareness campaign ? including the PSA – on safe riding techniques.

NHTSA TO EVALUATE STATE MOTORCYCLE SAFETY PROGRAMS The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) recently announced plans to conduct a survey of State Motorcycle Safety Administrators and/or State Highway Safety Offices in all 50 States and the District of Columbia to gather data on state-level motorcycle safety programs.

The study will use the State Motorcycle Safety Administrator and State Highway Safety Office survey to gather comprehensive data on what each of the 50 States and the District of Columbia are doing to promote and ensure safe riding behavior.

HONDA BAGS SAFETY AWARD Honda engineers were honored for their contributions to the development of vehicle safety systems at the 20th International Technical Conference on the Enhanced Safety of Vehicles held earlier this year in Lyon, France.

Honda development engineer Satoshi Iijima was recognized at the safety conference for his research into motorcycle crash safety and the development of new devices, including the first motorcycle airbag system. His team began their research into motorcycle airbags in 1990, and Honda’s flagship tourer, the GL1800 Gold Wing, in 2006 became the first production model to be equipped with this airbag system.

The conference is one of the leading forums attended by researchers, engineers and government officials at which vehicle safety is discussed. Other topics discussed at this year’s event included lighting systems for improved motorcycle visibility.

SURVEY FINDS MAJORITY OF MOTORCYCLE OWNERS AT HIGH RISK FOR THEFT Motorcycle theft rates are at their highest levels nationwide, and continue on the rise. According to the most recent figures by the National Insurance Crime Bureau (NICB), 71,523 motorcycles were stolen in 2006, and motorcycle theft has risen a full 137 percent since the year 2000.

LoJack Corporation in cooperation with the NICB conducted an online ?Fitness Test? geared to gauge the risk of theft for motorcycle enthusiasts, and found that a full 67 percent of motorcycle owners who responded to the survey are at a high risk for theft.

The 10-question Motorcycle Theft Prevention Fitness Test conducted over the summer revealed that the majority of the respondents were at a high risk for theft because they are not taking necessary precautions, such as securing their bike to an immovable object when parked in a lot or garage, and arming their bikes with theft deterrents (alarms, kill switches, etc.) and recovery systems. Respondents did score well, however, when it came to applying good common sense theft protection measures, such as parking in a concealed area at home, parking in a well lit area in a garage/parking lot, and never leaving keys on the their parked bike.

“As this survey showed, motorcycle owners need to step up their theft protection measures in order to keep their bikes safe,” said Patrick Clancy, Vice President of Law Enforcement, LoJack Corporation. “Unfortunately, using good common sense is not enough to protect bikes from today’s clever thieves, who typically know just which bikes they want and how to steal them.?

LoJack and NICB have developed a booklet entitled “Get in the Know” that details the steps owners can take to protect their motorcycles from being stolen. The two nationally recognized authorities on vehicle theft and prevention have also launched a joint education initiative called the Vehicle Theft Protection Program to help owners protect their assets from theft, and began their campaign by designating July, the highest vehicle theft month of the year, as National Vehicle Theft Protection Month.

PRINCE CHARLES RESCUES CRASHED BIKER British royal Prince Charles has been praised for stopping to help a motorcyclist who plunged 15 feet off a mountain road in Scotland. The Prince of Wales was en route to his private retreat in Scotland when he witnessed motorcyclist Hugh Simpson skid on gravel and drive off a steep bank.

The Prince immediately stopped his Land Rover and instructed his bodyguards, who are all trained first-aiders, to help Simpson who sustained a broken wrist and foot.

Simpson, 52, says, “I cannot thank Prince Charles enough. He asked his protection officers to come to my assistance. They were very good.”

CHINA SOUTH DECLARED WORLD?S LARGEST MOTORCYCLE MAKER According to Chinese news agency Xinhua, China’s state-owned automotive company China South has emerged as the world’s largest motorcycle producer with an annual production capacity of five million units.

The company’s products are sold in over 100 countries under the brands Jialing, Jianshe, Dayang and Jinan Qingqi. China South is a state-owned enterprise under the management of the ?state council of the Chinese cabinet? and is involved in the military and national defense industries. According to the report, the assets and sales of China South are in excess of $12.66 billion.

China expects to make 21 million two wheelers a year by 2010, up from 17 million in 2005, while the world?s second largest motorcycle market in India expects to produce 15 million motorbikes a year in 2010, up from 6.7 million in 2005. By comparison, Americans own around 7 million motorcycles and buy just over 1 million new bikes per year. American motorcycle manufacturer Harley-Davidson produced about 350,000 motorcycles last year.

VIETNAM TO IMPLEMENT HELMET LAW Vietnam has one of the world’s highest traffic fatality rates, with 14,000 deaths recorded last year ? most involving the ubiquitous motorbike, which constitutes over 90% of the vehicles in this country of 85 million people who own one million cars but upwards of 20 million motorbikes, and only 3% wear helmets.

The roads are also some of the most hazardous on earth. Few drivers look before pulling into traffic. Speeding, weaving, underage driving and drunken driving are common. Vietnam’s traffic fatality rate is about 27 per 100,000 ? nearly double that of the United States and among the highest in the world, according to the World Health Organization (WHO). Few people bother with helmets, saying they are hot, bulky and unfashionable. But by January 1, everyone will be required to don the so-called ?rice cookers? as the government enforces a new law intended to save lives.

But enforcement won?t be easy. When Vietnam tried to impose a helmet law in 2001, angry riders protested and the government backed down after the law was deemed unenforceable. Instead, the law made helmets compulsory only on highways, though many still ignore the law with fines the equivalent of $1.25 levied against violators. Government officials are discussing whether to raise the fine when the new law kicks in.

Officials have even resorted to airing graphic television commercials to promote compliance with the law, but the images of dead and dying motorcyclists does little to convince most motorbike commuters in Hanoi, who say they will only abide this time if forced. ?Wearing helmets in cities is ridiculous,? said Nguyen Tung Anh, 21, a student in Hanoi. ?It will reduce drivers’ vision, hearing and it is not suitable for the weather conditions here.?

The effort to force riders to strap on helmets is being bolstered by a WHO-supported project that will channel $860,000 into Vietnam for prevention programs focusing in part on increasing the use of motorcycle helmets. The WHO project is part of a two-year, $9 million grant made by the Bloomberg Family Foundation in 2007 to implement measures to reduce traffic deaths and injuries in countries around the world. Prevention programs will be piloted in Mexico and Vietnam, with a focus on increasing the use of motorcycle helmets, seat-belts and child restraints; reducing drink-driving; and improving the visibility of pedestrians, cyclists and motorcyclists.

NEWS OF THE WEIRD: MALAYSIAN MOTORCYCLIST KILLED BY LIGHTNING WHILE TALKING ON CELL PHONE A Malaysian man who was talking on a mobile phone while riding his motorcycle was killed when struck by a bolt of lightning, according to news reports from Kuala Lumpur.

The man, 39, was believed to have lodged the phone between his ear and helmet and was speaking on the phone when the lightning struck. Passersby said he was thrown from the motorcycle after being struck by the bolt, the New Straits Times daily reported.

The victim was immediately sent to a nearby hospital in the southern Seremban city, but was pronounced dead on arrival, a police spokesman was quoted as saying. Police are investigating the accident.

NCOM CONVENTION The 23rd annual NCOM Convention will be held Mother?s Day weekend, May 8-11, 2008 at the Sheraton North Houston – George Bush Intercontinental Airport, located at 15700 JFK Boulevard, Houston, Texas 77032. This is expected to be the largest NCOM Convention ever, so reserve your room now for the special NCOM rate of $79.00 by calling (281) 442-5100. Airport/Hotel transportation is provided 24 hours.

Hosted by ABATE of Texas, the Texas Motorcycle Rights Association (TMRA-II) and the Texas Confederations of Clubs, this annual gathering will draw nearly two thousand motorcyclists rights leaders from across the country to discuss topics of concern to all riders. Meetings, seminars and group discussions focus on safety issues, legal rights, legislative efforts and litigation techniques to benefit our right to ride and Freedom of the Road.

Registration fees for the Convention are $75 including the Silver Spoke Awards Banquet on Saturday night, or $40 for the Convention only. All motorcyclists welcome. To pre-register, call the National Coalition of Motorcyclists at (800) 525-5355 or visit www.ON-A-BIKE.com.

The National Coalition of Motorcyclists is requesting that MRO’s, motorcycle clubs, and riding associations submit the names of those members and supporters who have died since May 2007, so that we may honor their memories during the traditional ?Ringing of the Bell? tribute to fallen riders during the opening ceremonies. Dedications can be e-mailed to NCOMBish@aol.com.

Attendees are also encouraged to bring an item for the Freedom Fund Auction, with proceeds benefiting the motorcyclists rights movement nationwide through Getting Our People Elected donations, Speaker Program, lobbying activities and other projects as determined by the NCOM Board of Directors.

QUOTABLE QUOTE: ?Morality cannot be legislated but behavior can be regulated. Judicial decrees may not change the heart, but they can restrain the heartless.?

U.S. Supreme Court Justice Hugo Black (1886-1971)

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THE SOLUTION TO ILLEGAL ALIENS – – OKLAHOMA GOT IT RIGHT–Since it is obvious that no one in the Federal Level is willing to take the appropriate action(s) regarding illegal aliens, at least one state is doing something about illegal aliens. – – – –

*Oklahoma is no longer OK for Illegal Aliens*

Oklahoma’s Governor Brad Henry has signed a sweeping immigration Reform bill: House Bill 1804, that its sponsor believes will go a long way in dealing with the illegal alien problem in the state. House Bill 1804 was passed by overwhelming majorities in both the House and Senate of the Oklahoma Legislature. The measure’s sponsor, State Representative Randy Terrill, says the bill has four main topical areas: it deals with identity theft; it terminates public assistance benefits to illegal; it empowers state and local police to enforce federal immigration laws; and it punishes employers who knowingly hire illegal aliens.

Oklahoma is no longer “O.K.” for illegal aliens, Terrill observes. “When you put everything together in context,” he contends, “the bottom line is illegal aliens will not come here if there are no jobs waiting for them, they will not stay here if there is no government subsidy, and they certainly won’t stay here if they know that if they ever encounter our state and local law enforcement officers, they will be physically detained until they’re deported. And that’s exactly what House Bill 1804 does.”

LEO HESS PERFORMANCE MASTERMIND– Here’z a couple of pix from the Flatz this fall. We put a Supermax belt on this one.

–Phil Ross
supermaxbeltdrives@yahoo.com>

VETERANS FIGHTING VETERANS–PAISLEY – Joe Rodak, local boss of the Warrior Brotherhood Veterans Motorcycle Club, rolled up to the group’s clubhouse after a 100-mile ride across Central Florida on Nov. 11 that included a visit to the National Cemetery in Bushnell to remember fallen soldiers. An army of bikers, maybe 50, 60 strong, was waiting for him and his small, cruising entourage of aging veterans, neighbors, spouses and girlfriends.

“My first thought was, uh-oh, we’re going to need a lot more hot dogs,” said Rodak, 60, a heavily tattooed Vietnam vet and Bronze Star recipient who organized the Veterans Day weekend activities. The day was to conclude with a community cookout._

But the idling throng blocking the entrance to the rural clubhouse hadn’t come for a picnic. They beat Rodak in front of his wife and friends, cut his riding vest and colors from his body, and yanked down the club’s banner and an American flag, witnesses told Lake County deputy sheriffs. They were members of the Vietnam Veterans Motorcycle Club, a larger organization of motorcycle-riding military veterans, some of whom apparently consider Rodak’s brood to be their rivals.

“They’re gutless, cowards,” said a neighbor, Alice Barney, 65. “Beating another veteran on Veterans Day, it’s unAmerican.” Sheriff’s detectives are investigating the beating, which sent Rodak to a hospital in DeLand, but have not made any arrests.

Deputies patrolling the northeast part of the county later that afternoon stopped a swarm of bikers wearing leather vests emblazoned with the Vietnam Veterans Motorcycle Club’s insignia at the intersection of County Roads 44 and 46A. They collected IDs.

–Orlando Sentinel

–from Tinman

SIGN-UPS STARTING FOR BIKERNET ALASKAN ADVENTURE–We cannot get the exact dates and cost of the ferry until January but we are going to bypass Canada for the sake all of Bandit’s felonious friends. YOU WILL STILL NEED A PASSPORT!!!!!!!! Due to the heavy ferry traffic during this season there needs to be a deadline for registration as the ferry master (damn that sounds weird) has to know. Here is the preliminary plan without dates, miles and details.Ferry ride; Bellingham, Washington to Juneau, Alaska. Juneau, Alaska to Whittier, Alaska. Unload bikes at Whittier.

Phase 1; Kenai Peninsula which includes Whittier, Soldotna, Kenai, Homer, and Seward. This is postcard stuff here with many small stops and sightseeing.

Phase 2; Anchorage to Fairbanks. In between is Talkeetna, Denali (Mt. McKinley), Healy, and Nenana. Lots to see on this route and we should take at least three days to get to Fairbanks.

Phase 3; Fairbanks. Ok, I haven’t figured this one out completely but I know some people would like to get to the Arctic Circle and it is up the haul (dirt) road.The other northern route is to Circle Hot Springs. Both are worth seeing so we have some planning to do here. Either way we end up back in Fairbanks.

Phase 4; Fairbanks to Tok and on to Chicken (dirt road).

Phase 5; Tok to Valdez.

Phase 6; Valdez to Anchorage and back to Whittier and the ferry.

Keep in mind this is only preliminary stuff so stops of interest, sightseeing and the such will continue to be added and the plan will be built off of those suggestions and new information. There is a LOT to see and do so we are not going to be in a hurry. This is a vacation and a motorcycle trip of a lifetime for some of us so we must do it right or Bandit will have me by the short hairs. Any and all suggestions would be appreciated. Keep in mind that there are opportunities to fish, ride trains, hike, shoot guns, visit Denali, river raft, museums (damn good ones), dog sled rides (yes, even in the summer), go to the drag races, party with some of the most fun people in the world, etc… The dirt roads are in pretty good shape but rain can be a factor here. You do not have to ride the dirt roads as they are options only. Please note that no matter what anyone says the haul road belongs to the truckers, make no mistake. Fortunately many of the truckers are bikers also. We will have 24 hours of daylight during this period. We are also compiling a must have list.

Ok, send in your suggestions but all complaints must be accompanied by a cashiers check in the amount of $50.00. Much more to come. Thanx.Berry

Hey, feel free to drop me a line, if you’re interested in this wild adventure to Alaska with a handful of crazed maniacs. It won’t be a gang, but maybe a dozen riders. We will meet in Bellingham and take it from there. Send you name and beaver pelt to: Bandit@bikernet.com–Bandit

ANOTHER SHOP IN THE GREAT NORTHWEST–What’s crackin? Just read the news from last week and wanted to chime in on industry in the great northwest. You already know Matt Adams (from Lucky’s Choppers in Seattle) went out on his own and opened Redsoul in the SoDo district of Seattle, but I wanted to let everyone know the guys at Redsoul are knocking out some sick bikes and parts.

Check out the tank he just did for my latest build… if you think the tank is sick, what till you see the fender! I also included a couple shots of the shop, Matt’s latest build and proof that it doesn’t always rain in Seattle.Matt can be contacted here…

–Redsoul
4740 Airport Way
Seattle. WA 98108
206-351-4004
www.redsoul.com

The industry is alive and well in the pacific north-wet… come up anytime and we will blast the streets through downtown… rain or shine! Happy Thanksgiving to everyone at Bikernet… ride hard!

–Later, Eric

CRUISERCAST FREE BIKER PODCASTS–CruiserCast is offering free educational podcasts focusing on the cruiser market. Filmed in High Def, the podcasts introduce new products, technologies and expert opinions whether it’s a new type of motor oil, new high performance product or the next up and coming manufacturer or motorcycle celebrity, according to a spokesman.

Unlike with photos, which present one angle or with TV, which is available only at predefined times, Podcasts are available on demand all the time. Designed to educate instead of entertain, CruiserCast episodes stay on topic and are made by bikers for bikers, added the spokesman. “Riders will benefit from CruiserCast if they are new to motorcycling or if they are advanced,” said Paolo Ciccone, producer and director of CruiserCast. “With Podcasts it’s easy to choose what you want to watch, and when you want to watch it.”

Podcasts are digital media files distributed over the Internet and are available for free. They can be played back on portable media players or on personal computers. Viewers can subscribe to the free podcast feeds from iTunes so that new episodes download automatically to the viewer’s computer. They can also visit CruiserCast directly (www.cruisercast.com) and click on the podcast episode that interests them. CruiserCast plays on both PCs and Macintosh computers. – J. JOSHUA PLACA

BIKERNET 5-BALL RACING SPONSOR SURPRISED–Just wanted to wish you, nyla, 5-Ball racing team and the rest of the crew a happy Thanksgiving. BTW, I don’t do it often, but I just got to check out Bikernet.TV and saw the piece when you found out about getting the record and was surprised that my name was mentioned while you were thanking the other sponsors. Ya made my year!

I haven’t been a Cantina member that long, but I do remember when Bikernet didn’t have the Cantina. What kept me coming back was the Two Wheeled Tales. After that the news and then the articles that were published in the free areas. Then ya started writing the books (which I have ’em all) and things have continued to grow. Looking forward to the next book and will always be a Cantina subscriber.

–Jester

THE CHIEF IS HAVING A FUND RAISER– My name is Laural Dudley and I am the Fire Chief in the community of Powers Or, we are located in the Siskiyou Mtns between Myrtle Point and Agness on Hwy 242. I am trying to have a fund raiser for our dept next spring and was wondering if I could get you to donate a little something for our raffle.

I purchased a 07 Dyna Street Bob this past summer and just love it. We all ride Harleys in our household. Anyway if you can send me something that would be great. Our fire dept here is all volunteers along with the volunteer emt’s and we are trying to raise money for much needed equipment and a new fire hall as our budget is small.

My friend Charlie Betchel has a Biker Internet Show on Saturdays and is pretty interesting to listen to. You can catch it on at : www.Big7Productions.com. He has some pretty interesting interviews with different bike builders and his band plays at Sturgis every year. You will find attached my video Charlie did on the show on Saturday, Nov. 17th, 2007

–Laural Dudley
chiefette@wildblue.net>

ENJOY TURKEY DAY–and give thanks to those who make your life complete. Damn, we have lots to be thankful for from a woman?s smile to the freedom to see her legs. We need to stop once in a while and think about it, about our lives in the Free-est country on this planet. Our fortune, just to live here, is amazing.

I noticed a recent outpouring of charity efforts in the biker community. I remember when we were just a handful of outlaws, smokin? dope and trying to get away with anything we could. Our lives were illegal, our motorcycles outside the law and our? I won?t push it. Just recently I read where a community tried to shut down a Biker charity effort. They used the rationale that, ?They?re just a bunch of outlaws trying to make believe they?re apart of the community.? That struck me. That may have been true 40 years ago, but now motorcycling represents so much more in our society.

I believe we symbolize the essence of the American way. We still fight for our freedoms, for our safety and for our lifestyle. Being a biker and building bikes stands for freedom and artistic expression. We are apart of something more sacred than organized communities with parking restrictions and noise ordinances. We are apart of the two-wheeled community constantly under attack. So goddamnit, I?m proud of the biker community and their efforts to support the straight world while continuing to fight for our freedom to stay in the wind. Happy Thanksgiving, goddamnit.

Ride Forever,

–Bandit

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THE NATIONAL PRESS CLUB CONFERENCE ON UFO CLOSE ENCOUNTERS —A FIRST-HAND ACCOUNT OF THE HISTORIC NOVEMBER 12, 2007 EVENT.

Saturday, December 15, 2007, This second IF seminar of our fall-winter season will take place on Saturday, December 15. Featured will be a discussion of the Washington, D.C. gathering of important military, aviation and government officials from around the world by Leslie Kean, one of the conference’s two organizers. A series of dramatic videotaped excerpts from the conferees’ presentations will be shown, along with Kean’s commentary on the high points of this watershed event.

IF attendees will see a tape of Iran’s General Parviz Jafari’s vivid description of his 1976 “dogfight” with a UFO over Teheran, the subject of a lengthy, well-known Defense Intelligence Agency document submitted to the White House, the Department of Defense, the Joint Chiefs of Staff, and the CIA. A second tape includes the account of Commadante Oscar Santa Maria, a Peruvian Air Force pilot, who, in a similar engagement, was able to fire his machine guns at a maneuvering UFO, but with no effect.

Gripping details of the famous Rendlesham Forest incident at Bentwaters AFB in Great Britain will also be discussed in taped presentations by two witnesses, Colonel Charles Halt and Sgt. James Penniston, and their significance evaluated by former Ministry of Defense official, Nick Pope. Sgt. Penniston will describe his approach to the landed UFO, and the remarkable fact that he was able to touch its surface before it ascended at a staggering speed.

These are but a few of the taped presentations to be shown, but equally important will be conference organizer Leslie Kean’s illuminating commentary on an extraordinary event in the ongoing saga of the UFO phenomenon.

For anyone deeply interested in the subject, this evening will be a personal landmark, and we urge you to attend.

REGISTRATION & INFORMATION

The seminar will be held on December 15th at the new meeting rooms of A.R.E., located on the SECOND FLOOR at 241 W. 30th Street (between Seventh and Eighth Avenues), New York, NY. The price of the seminar is $30 for non-members and $20 for members of IF, seniors and students. Reservations must be made by telephone at 212-645-5278, and will be filled on a first come, first served basis. Payment must be made in advance to secure the reservation. Make checks payable to the Intruders Foundation, P.O. Box 30233, New York, NY 10011. Seating is limited. Book early! Only 60 reservations will be accepted!

For additional information, call IF at 212-645-5278.

–Panhead Josh

STROKERS DALLAS CLOSED ON THANKSGIVING DAY– As a reminder, Strokers Dallas, Strokers Ice House and Strokers Ink will beclosed on Thursday, November 22nd for the Thanksgiving Holiday.

However, don’t forget that we will be open our regular hours Friday, Saturday and Sunday! Come start your holiday shopping early by hitting up some great deals at Strokers Dallas all weekend.

SOMETHING FOR THE A-LIST FROM SCOTT JACOBS–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:

–Ron Copple
Scott Jacobs Studio
303-431-4453
www.scottjacobsstudio.com

HANDGUN OWNERSHIP FIGHT IN DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA–WASHINGTON (CNN) — The U.S. Supreme Court agreed Tuesday to decide whether the District of Columbia’s sweeping ban on handgun ownership violates the Constitution’s fundamental right to “keep and bear arms.”

The justices accepted the case for review, with oral arguments likely next February or March. A ruling could come by late June, smack in the middle of the 2008 presidential election campaign.

At issue is one that has polarized judges and politicians for decades: Do the Second Amendment’s 27 words bestow gun ownership as an individual right, or do they bestow a collective one — aimed at the civic responsibilities of state militias — making it therefore subject to strict government regulation.

City leaders had urged the high court to intervene, saying refusal to do so could prove dire.

“The District of Columbia — a densely populated urban locality where the violence caused by handguns is well documented — will be unable to enforce a law that its elected officials have sensibly concluded saves lives,” wrote attorneys for the city.

Washington Mayor Adrian Fenty and other officials held a public rally in September, with the message that more handguns will only mean more serious crime.

“I see the results of gun violence every day,” said Washington Police Chief Cathy Lanier. “The weakening of the district’s gun law will inevitably lead to an increase in injury, and worse, death.”

A federal appeals court in March ruled the handgun ban to be unconstitutional as well as a provision that rifles and shotguns — which are legal to own in the city — be kept in the home unloaded and fitted with trigger locks or disassembled. The rifle regulations are not at issue before the Supreme Court.

The city’s 31-year-old law has prevented most private citizens from owning and keeping handguns in their homes.

Only Chicago, Illinois, and Washington among major U.S. cities have such sweeping handgun bans. Courts have generally upheld bans in other cities of semiautomatic weapons and sawed-off shotguns.

Several Washingtonians first challenged the law, some saying they wanted to do something about being constant victims of crime.

“I want for myself the right to protect my home and my family in the event of a violent attack,” plaintiff George Lyon said in March after winning a lower court victory. “The District of Columbia is not what I call the safest jurisdiction in the world.”

–CNN.COM

RED SKELTON’S RECIPEFOR THE PERFECT MARRIAGE–1. Two times a week we go to a nice restaurant, have alittle beverage, good food and companionshipShe goes on Tuesdays; I go on Fridays.
2. We also sleep in separate beds.Hers is in California, and mine is in Texas .
3. I take my wife everywhere….but she keeps finding her way back.
4. I asked my wife where she wanted to gofor our anniversary.”Somewhere I haven’t been in a long time!” she said.So I suggested the kitchen.
5. We always hold hands. If I let go, she shops.
6. She has an electric blender, electrictoaster and electric bread maker.She said “There are too many gadgets, and no placeto sit down!” So I bought her an electric chair.
7. My wife told me the car wasn’t running wellbecause there was water in the carburetor.I asked where the car was. She told me, “In the lake.”
8. She got a mud pack, and looked great for two days.Then the mud fell off.
9. She ran after the garbage truck, yelling, “Am I too latefor the garbage?” The driver said, “No, jump in!”
10. Remember: Marriage is the number one cause of divorce.
11. I married Miss Right. I just didn’t know herfirst name was Always.
12. I haven’t spoken to my wife in 18 monthsI don’t like to interrupt her.
13. The last fight was my fault though.My wife asked, “What’s on the TV?”I said, “Dust!”

–from James Schnarr

MONDO ENDURO IS OFF PRESS, IN STOCK AND A GREAT GIFT READ–Mondo Enduro is hot off the press, in stock, and ready for holiday delivery. If you haven’t heard about Mondo, it tells the story of eight friends who decided to take a holiday and ride their motorcycles across Europe and Russia, then from Alaska to Chile, and finally Cape Town back to London. The idea was christened ‘Mondo Enduro.’

Seven of the original eight kick started their 350cc trail bikes together and headed off. 405 days later only three of the seven completed the trip. We are extending the 20% pre-pub discount till Christmas, so order your copy today and get one for a friend too. This special pre-pub price will not be reflected on our website, but will be applied when we process your order.

NEED A CHRISTMAS PARTY BAND?–We have dates available with the following Biker Bands: David Allan Coe, Nazareth, Bad Company and many others. Please contact our office for more information on routed dates in your area. Please also view the website link below for a list of other acts that we represent. Thank you and we look forward to hearing from you.

The Maximus Entertainment Team
–Sonya Wiley
mailto:Sonya@maximustalent.com
PH: 512-343-6299
FX: 512-338-2209
www.maximustalent.com

NEW BIKER ARTIST ENTERS THE KINGDOM OF BIKERNET.COM–We welcome Monte Moore. As an illustrator for 15 years, Monte Moore has left his mark on the art world, winning the World Fantasy Art show twice, publishing 6 books featuring his art, and working for clients such as Playboy, Lucasfilm, Coors, the U.S. Marine Corps and many others.

Now Monte is making his mark in the world of custom motorcycle painting, having won the Las Vegas Bikefest for Best Paint in ’06 and ’07 and many other shows as well. Monte’s highly detailed and extremely unique paint jobs have garnered him top clients in the industry such as Mondo Porras of Denvers Choppers, PB Choppers, Ballistic Cycles and half a dozen other pro builders.

What draws them to Monte’s work is quick turnaround time, extremely unique and illustrative paint jobs, and a high degree of professionalism. The type of clients that are drawn to Monte are not your average ‘flame job’ type of clientele, but rather customers who are looking to stand out and be remembered for the work on their bikes.

One of the most notable things that sets Monte’s work apart from the majority of painters in the industry, is the amount of hand brushed details that are applied, and almost no use of masks or stencils of any kind. You can see many samples of Monte’s work at http://www.maverickcustompaint.com and see what’s new and different in the world of custom paint.

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HARLEY-DAVIDSON ROADHOUSE COLLECTION MINI FRIDGE– This Mini Fridge features etched look Bar & Shield logo on a double layered glass door and a radical eagle graphic on both left and right side panels. Chrome accents, Locking door w/ recessed handle, removable shelf, and adjustable leg levelers, holds 30-35 cans of soda or your favorite beverage, Adjustable cooling level w/ cycle defrost.

Also available in 220v version.

Dimensions:
19.5″(L) x 17″(W) x 18.25″(D)
Weight: 51 pounds

THE REBEL SINGS WITH CHARLIE BRECHTEL– Just wanted to check in with you. I had open heart surgery three weeks ago and I’m on the road to recovery. Hopefully will be back on the bike in about a month and hitting some events and submitting some articles for you again. Great story today on Charlie Brechtel. I actually sang with him once at a Boozefighters party in Hollister a few years ago. He’s a real cool guy. Saw him at the Chip this year in Sturgis too.

–Rebelmark

2nd ANNUAL BUILDERS BREAKFAST DAYTONA SERVES IT UP IN MARCH AT BRUCE ROSSMEYER’S DESTINATION DAYTONA– Minneapolis, MN – (November 11, 2007) -The 2nd Annual Builders Breakfast is scheduled to take place TUESDAY, MARCH 4th, 2008 at Bruce Rossmeyer’s Destination Daytona.

With dozens of builders already confirmed, the 2nd Annual Builders Breakfast is sure to be the biggest yet. Again in 2008 the Daytona event will benefit Boggy Creek Camp for Seriously Ill Children. Join the most recognized Builders for a casual breakfast and lively auction. Like 2007, the auction will feature one of a kind items donated or hand made by the Builders on site. This is your chance to grab a piece of collector’s history and do it for a terrific cause.

“The Builders Breakfast events have surpassed my expectations. When I planned the first event, I was thinking it would be awesome if 50 people came. Honestly, I figured people wouldn’t get up early to attend, especially the Builders!” joked Darcy Betlach event founder. “Luckily I was wrong, not only do the events sell out n advance, but the Builders line up to attend and help me pull this all together” finished Betlach.

The Daytona event will be the one to beat to date. So far, over 20 Builders have confirmed their attendance including; Russell Mitchell, Kendall Johnson, Eddie Trotta, Russell Marlowe, Brian Klock just to name a few. Get your seat reserved today for the best event in Daytona. Tickets are $25 and benefit Boggy Creek Camp for Seriously Ill Children located in Eustice, FL. New for 2008, tickets are available online at: www.brucerossmeyer.com Choose Daytona Harley-Davidson button to be connected to site. Buy early, they go fast!

The all star Builders Breakfast events have been held in Sturgis and Daytona raising nearly $100,000 to date. “2008 will be the year the Breakfast events break the $100,000 mark” said Russell Mitchell of Exile Cycles. “We are proud to participate and plan to do all we can to raise more funds next year”.

The 2nd Annual Builders Breakfast Daytona will take place during bike week Tuesday, March 4th 2008 at Destination Daytona. Tickets are for sale online at: www.brucerossmeyer.com. Auction items are already rolling in including prints by Sara Liberty, custom, one of a kind, Builder Breakfast hand crafted seat by Adam Croft just to get us started. The 3rd Annual Builders Breakfast Sturgis date is already set: Tuesday, August 5, 2008 watch for Sturgis ticket sales information soon.

A very special thanks goes to those who go above and beyond to help the Builders Breakfast make history; Baker Drivetrain, Marilyn Stemp, Paisano Publications, Iron Works, Heel Guard, McDonald’s Sturgis, Arby’s Ormond Beach, Michael Lichter, Paul Yaffe Originals, Sara Liberte, Chrome Marketing, Jim Betlach, Bikers InCite, Broken Spoke Saloon, Bikernet, Ron Segal, ChopperBuild, Beachcruiser.com, Suzy, Cheryl and Kathy (you know who you are) and numerous other generous people and companies. Not to mention a big special thanks to attending Builders; Paul Yaffe, Eddie Trotta, Aaron Greene, Paul Cox, Keino, Russell Mitchell, Kendall Johnson, Russell Marlowe, Kim Suter, Jerry Covington, Donnie Smith, Dave Perewitz, Billy Lane, Arlin Fatland, Rick Fairless, Brian Klock, Chica, AMD World Champion Chicara, Scott Webster, Roland Sands, Michael Prugh, Jesse Rooke, Arlen and Cory Ness, Brian Klock, Randy Simpson, Roger Goldammer, Matt Hotch and Jim Nasi.

For sponsorship information please call: Chrome Marketing, 952-470-4297

BRIAN KLOCK WISHING EVERYONE HAPPY THANKSGIVING– Happy Thanksgiving week to everyone, we are thankful for all of you who supported us as friends and business associates this year!

It has truly been a blessing to enjoy another year in this great industry, get married, race at the legendary Bonneville, and create kustom stuff!

All the best to each of you as you travel, enjoy family, and bless someone just by being YOU!

–Brian

TORIAN LEATHER HOLIDAY EARLY-BIRD SPECIAL FOR ONLY 72 HOURS– For the next 72 hours Bikernet is having an early-bird Torian Chopper Leathers sale. Bandit hooked up with famed motorcycle designer, Bob Kay, and made the Torian line of old-skool leathers available to the Bikernet readers. Kay comes from American IronHorse, River Road and Biker’s Choice.

His background and long rides from Texas to Daytona and Sturgis helped him design some of the most comfortable and bullet-proof leather available today. The feel is soft, the quality is iron and the utility is like a Swiss army knife.

Check them out now for you or for Santa’s little helper. A 10 year warranty ensures your satisfaction for years to come. Click>http://www.bikernetshop.com/shop/torian-chopper-leathers-jackets-shirts/”>Click here to load up your sled and save big time!

–Jeff Najar

Tech Cycle open primary for 2007 Softails TECH Cycle’s latest open primary drive has been designed for use on ’07 Softail and ’06-up Dyna models–The drive manufactured in 6061-T651 aluminum, features a contoured primary plate and is available in 2in and 3in belt widths. An optional contoured side belt guard is also available along with a high torque gear reduction starter designed specifically for ’07 models with the new 96ci motor.

TECH CYCLE
Penndel, Pennsylvania, USA
Tel: 215 702 8324
Fax: 215 752 2448
E-mail: info@techcycle.com
http://www.techcycle.com

BIKERNET ON FAMILY RELATIONS–A teenage boy asks his granny ‘Have you seen my pills, they were labeled LSD?’

“Forget the frickin pills,” Granny replied, “have you seen the dragons in the kitchen.”

–from Akita

W8LESS ROTORS HEADING TO MARKET– Received five sets of rotors and pads yesterday. Photos of all but the black w/ straight carrier .

Happy Thanksgiving,
–Ray

2WHEEL TUNER MAG FOR XMAS–Give a gift of sportbike fun this holiday season – 2WHEEL TUNER!Powersports and sportbike enthusiasts love 2Wheel Tuner, jam-packed every month with fascinating lifestyle articles, from street and road racing to drag racing to stunt riding. If it makes your bike look better or go faster, you’ll find it in 2Wheel Tuner!

http://subscriptions.advanstar.com/2wheeltuner/Gift.aspx?Tcode=2GMS

2WHEEL TUNER – Read. Tune. Ride. Repeat

BIKERNET STUDIOS DELIVERS WILD BONNEVILLE RACING STORY– These Guys Stole a Fence Post in Order to Race & Win. Team Swissperformance is supported by the Swiss Government and invades Bonneville with 2 record runs of 146.246 and 156.508 in the 3000 A PBG and 3000 APS PBG class respectively.

This was their first time on the salt so they had to innovate in order to race. They stole a metal fence post to make a chain guard and overnighted 45 lbs dumbbells to attach to the rear wheel for better traction. Thunder Bob interviews fast man Markus Saegesser on the teams preparation.Please link to www.bikernetshop.com

–mailto:jeff@horsepowermarketing.com

ALL AMERICAN DELIVERS CLEAR WHEEL–With the unveiling of the Ultimate Clear Wheel, All American Wheel is taking wheel design into the next generation of wheels.

This 3-Piece Ultimate Wheel features a polycarbonate center that is polished to a glassy finish and has the strength and life-expectancy of 6061 forged billet aluminum. The outer rims are made from 6061-T6 prime aluminum and are finished with the Soft Lip Look – talk about a show stopper! All three pieces and the nuts & bolts are manufactured here in the U.S.A.

“Our ongoing commitment to the people who ride on our wheels continues to focus on providing products that our wheel manufactures want and bringing the best quality wheel to the market,” said Kim Hotinger, Sales Manager for All American Wheel. “We are listening to our customers, evaluating the feedback; our goal is to offer quality product and new, innovative designs if it is what our customers want.”

Technical Specifications on the 3-Piece Wheel:
Centered, no offset
Web Thickness – 0.750″ +.10/-.020
Center Bore – 2.550″ +.010/-0.00
Center Piece – 3/4″ thick, made from polycarbonate composite
Outer Rims – 6061-T6 prime aluminum

Known as the “The Wheel People,” All American Wheel combines technological expertise with vast motorcycle experience, delivering a quality wheel for the wheel manufacturer.

As the world’s leader in motorcycle wheel blanks, All American Wheel Company has supplied wheel blanks to customers in 36 countries since 1998. While we continue our global growth, we continue to treat every customer like family. Please visit us online at www.allamericanwheel.com.

CHET’S THANKSGIVING STORY ON BIKERNET– Holy shit….. Thank you so much. I opened it and the tears just flew out, I know just like a big pussy…LOL It looks great and I appreciate being able to see it in more of a finished form.

Thanks again love and respect,

–O.E.P.

P.S. I’m not really sure if you know exactly how much this means to me this year. I just did a month and a half tour with a new product and was suppose to get handed almost 9000.00 when I was done. The guy handed me 200.00 and said he was broke. After almost getting arrested in Galveston for kicking his ass, I left, borrowing another 200 to get home.

I was in a severe wreck about 4 years ago and was almost killed. I fractured my right ankle in 5 places, completely dislocated my right knee and had all the ligaments replaced with cadava ligaments, cracked 6 ribs, separated both shoulders and collar bones, fractured my sinus and my skull and had a blood clot on the brain. The lady who hit me was a single mom with minimum insurance and it left me with almost 400,000.00 in medical bills.

That accompanied with this idiot not paying me means I am now filing bankruptcy and loosing everything including my house. I already got rid of my bikes and everything else I owned. So now, at 44, I get to start over and what a better kick off to starting over than you putting this on your site. I don’t know if you will ever know just how much it has meant to me.

Thank you and may you and yours have a truly Happy Thanksgiving and Holiday season.

S&S RETRO PANS FOR SHOVELS–The all new S&S? retro conversion kit for shovels gives your engine the classic look of the 1950’s and early 1960’s, boosts performance, and it’s quiet! All you need is the kit, a set of pan covers and you are set. This kit will fit 1966-’84 stock and 3 5/8″ bore shovel engines.

By installing the all-new S&S P-Series heads you will see an increase in performance, plus a much quieter valve train. The kit includes S&S hydraulic tappets, Quickee pushrods and forged roller rocker arms that mount in the all new S&S P-Series rocker mounts. Also included in the kit are stylish S&S polished billet tappet guides.

To really add to the performance upgrade of this kit, you can select a cam from our 1984-’99 cam group with lifts up to .640″ (with new rocker arm ratio, a .640″ will actually be a .590″). S&S pan covers are sold separately and work perfectly-or another aftermarket cover can be used

Contact Information
S&S Cycle Inc.
www.sscycle.com
(608) 627-1497

VINTAGE KLASS INVITE–Hope everyone has a great Turkey Day!! Come see us at the Long Beach Swap on December 2 for tons of new stuff!

Thanks for the support
– Joel and Mary
Vintage Klassvintageklass@sbcglobal.net>

NEW AMERICAN MOTORCYCLE LAUNCHED–DELAWARE American Motors (DAM) is the latest company to launch a new American made motorcycle the DAM Tech Twin American 13C.

The initial production run will be limited to just 13 bikes. The number was chosen to represent the 13 stars on the first US flag. Those stars represented the 13 original colonies that rebelled against British rule and became the first 13 states of the United States of America.

Each motorcycle will be hand-made and include special features, including the DAM APEX chassis and 127ci R&R 2 CAM billet engine. The frame is designed to carry five quarts of oil and the hand-made exhaust is inspired by NASCAR. Further race car technology can be found in the use of a Penske Racing developed shock in the Girder front end.

“We want to change the way that people think about custom motorcycles,” says Mark S. Klein, founder and owner of DAM. “There is an elite group of motorcyclists devoted to the style, attitude and durability of American motorcycles who desire exclusivity and craftsmanship inherent to hand-built customs.”

DELAWARE AMERICAN MOTORS
Paterson, New Jersey, USA
Tel: 973 279 3261
Fax: 973 279 3262
E-mail: info@dammotorcycles.com
http://www.dammotorcycles.com

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Happy Thanksgiving goddamnit,

This news will be a tad short, maybe. We’re launching it a day early so I can watch the game and drink Captain Morgan’s run over a slice of lemon, while playing Ping Pong in the shop. Sin Wu’s doing the turkey cooking and one of us need to make a mad dash to the LAX airport in the afternoon to pick up my mom. She’s returning after a 3-week stay in India, after her 85th birthday. Tough old broad.

I continually look at the Assalt Weapan in the Shop and the list of project associated with it. I’m researching Veteran’s Charities for a raffle promotion. The winner gets to come to Bonneville in ’09 as a member of the 5-Ball racing team, then take the bike home with, hopefully a new record and a taste of 200mph. We are researching building our own Bikernet Wind Tunnel with the Pegasus Fuel Injection Team.

But first I need to get our Wolfgang Publishing Bonneville book project behind us. Should be finished in the next couple of weeks. Let’s hit the news:

HAPPY THANKSGIVING FROM BRASS BALLS BOBBERS– During this season of Thanksgiving, 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, vendors and supporters. I thank you all.

We are also thankful for our health and the good health and welfare of friends & family and business associates. We understand that what we do here is of little importance compared to the people in our lives. We are blessed and hope you are too.

Bike of the Month for NOVEMBER:This very cool and certainly unique bike is proudly owned by Curt Dye, a fellow Oklahoman! Black 40 spoke wheels, brass grips & pegs, passenger set up, side tag bracket, custom tooled leather seat, 6-speed Ultima transmission, Tauer Machine primary, Crazy Horse V-Plus 100 motor and more…

The tins are ground like the Tattoo Bike, then covered with a mix of translucent candy golds and rootbeer. The sides are opaque black with the BBB logo in translucent gold. The small spinner cap replaced the flush mount.

The Crazy Horse V-Plus 100″ motor exhales through custom made, flat black, race tuned step pipes.

We have a lot of momentum heading into the winter. Exciting things are happening. Stay tuned for future updates. We are extremely grateful for all the support and interest in our bikes.

Thanks to all.
–Dar Holdsworth
Darwin Motorcycles

BIKERNET HOLIDAY HEALTH ALERT–I just read an article on the dangers of drinking….

Scared the shit out of me.

So that’s it!

After today, no more reading.

CUSTOM CHROME FOR SALE–Here’s what we know. It’s an asset sale. The parent company will deal with the 130 million in debt and the lawsuits. Interested parties exist and Custom Chrome’s staff is hoping to make a foreward-thinking announcement in Cincy during the February dealer show.

BIKERNET JIMS TOOL OF THE WEEK–CAM SHAFT REMOVER & INSTALLER– This multi-function tool will remove and replace front and rear camshafts and the ball bearings in the new Twin Cam 88?. It provides the precision alignment of the camshaft to ensure a smooth press in and out of the support plate.

No.1277 – Use on all Twin Cam 88? 1999 to early 2000 to remove and install cams and bearings. Use on Late 2000-06 FXST, FL and Late 2000 -05 FXD, to remove and install cams only.

Suggested Retail Price: $ 137.30

–JT Lepien
www.jimsusa.com

THE PATRIOTIC FOUNDATION–“Tomorrow being the day set apart by the Honorable Congress for public Thanksgiving and Praise; and duty calling us devoutly to express our grateful acknowledgements to God for the manifold blessings he has granted us, the General… earnestly exhorts, all officers and soldiers, whose absence is not indispensably necessary, to attend with reverence the solemnities of the day.”

-George Washington (December 17, 1777)

LONG BEACH INTERNATIONAL BIKE SHOW COMING–EXCLUSIVE Array of Motorcycles!– This year’s show is hosting some of the most unusual, diverse and famous motorcycles ever seen! PLUS…It’s all at the Cycle World International Motorcycle Shows presented by Toyota – the only factory-supported show series in America!

Sponsored by AllstateComplimentary motorcycle parking (in designated lots) will be available to all enthusiasts who ride their motorcycles to the show…

Ride For The Heart FoundationThe International Motorcycle Shows proudly supports the Ride For The Heart Foundation. To find out more visit www.ridefortheheart.org

BIKERNET READER RECEIVES RAISIN PIE– Thought this might get me sum that Christmas raisin pie. Built from a paper cup, in my garage by myself. All made with rudimentary tools ( die grinders, hacksaws, etc. ) Started with the motor,went from there. Ain’t no master builder, celeb or whatever… just an old line scooter pilot, splittin lanes for better than 30 yrs. A lot to be seen if you know where to look.

A brother died, left me the Sputhe motor, was sick when he built it. Having it, I tore it down, replaced the parts he fucked up when putting it together. ‘Bout that time you were beginning the Sturgis Chop, ahh… inspiration. Fell like I did my brother justice. With the advent of the Evo, I ain’t built one in too many years, I pilot a evo King regular like, well… ’till I completed the Old Line 54.

If you post a shot of it, all his brothers will dig it. Thanks for the response. I am on the Treasure Coast of Fla., need anything on the right coast, let me know. Adios…

” To ride the thunder marks a man, as one who dares and one who can.

For thunder runs upon the wind, to far and free for many men. “

–Vin

CADILLAC BIKE MEETS MEXICAN RAT– Thank you very much for your recognition on the ’77 cadillac bike. I will be taking it to as many shows as possible. Any time you would like to feature it, you?re more than welcome. I just finished my Mexican rat bike that I rode to the Rocky Point, Mexico show. It was alot of fun.

A PANHEAD FOR THANKSGIVING– You have no idea how much this means to me. I started in this industry about 17 years ago. Old history. Right now I’m at the crossroads. Two years ago, a so-called friend made it big. He approached me to get into building bikes on a fairly large scale. I said if he put up the money I would do the work. We decided to manufacture sufficient inventory for 40 bikes. It has been a stop/start affair and to cut a long story short the only thing holding me back is having to wait for a Sprotor caliper.

I haven’t earned a penny from this project at all and the old lady gets up at five in the morning to get out there and earn a living in order for us to survive. It’s busting my nuts. This dude has the attitude that says, “fuck you Jack, I’m OK.” I will win in the end though. My motivation comes from you and Bikernet.

The Pan is my design and I’m going to market it once I get the rest of the fittings back from the engineer. My years in the armed forces have also helped as far as toughing it out goes. Hell man, time is short.

On a lighter side I have a guy that I taught to be a race driver. He now owns a fair size engineering shop with CNC everything. He also cuts gears so I sent him all the work that I could. The less difficult stuff I send to an old dude who is originally from the north of Italy. This old guy is shit faced 24/7 but in two years he hasn’t made a mistake. The other guy has to redo everything at least three times. Go figure. The joys of building custom bikes.

–Mike.

BIKERNET DRESSER FEATURES COMING– “It is finally finished…..note the one off Paul Yaffe bars…..all bolt on beauty,” said Dan the owner. Scooter will shoot this bike in the very near future for a feature and we have another Phoenix based dresser coming from Trask Performance. Watch for ’em

VALERIE THOMPSON DRAG RACING SEASON FINAL REPORT–It’s finally over…2007 Season and the team ended up in 2nd place Western (only 5 points away from winning the championship)…but most important…National points I took 3rd place! I think there were about 60 riders in our class.

–Valerie Thompson
Team Owner
Valerie Thompson Racing
Phone: (253) 225-2626
e-mail: Valerie@vtracegirl.comwww.ValerieThompsonRacing.com

ROLLIN SIXES CHOPPERS AND BIKERNET.COM JOINED FORCES FOR SERVICEMEN AND WOMEN DURING THE HOLIDAYS–Rollin Sixes Choppers and Bikernet.com have joined together to gather t-shirts to show their support for our troops that are serving our country overseas and who cannot make it home for the holidays. We encourage everyone to make a donation.

We are accepting t-shirts from any bike shop, hot rod shop, tattoo shop, car club, and music group from all over who wish to participate. Cash is also accepted and will go toward the purchase of shirts as well as the shipping costs. Let’s come together this holiday season and make a difference.

As we speak somebody’s son or daughter is dying for our country. Yeah, it’s not a pretty Holiday thought. but it’s a fact. The families of those lost hero’s will never ever be the same. Remember as you are eating turkey on Thanksgiving and opening presents on Christmas Day how lucky you are and how high the cost is to keep it that way. So let’s come together and gather t-shirts to show our troops that we have not forgotten about them this holiday season. Let’s show them that we love and care for our own and that we care enough to take the time out of our busy lives to say Thanks.

Send Donations to:
T-shirts for Troops
2164 West First Street
Suite A
Fort Myers, FL 33901

Please help spread the word and forward to any shops, clubs, bands or anyone else who may be interested!

IRONWORKS MAGAZINE MEDDLING EDITOR PROJECT BIKE– IronWorks Magazine, DOUGZ and a few other shops/manufacturers have been working on a project over the last little while and it is nearing completion. My friend Paul Holdsworth, better known as the ‘Meddling Editor’ of IronWorks, has requested address’s of DOUGZ clients so when the article on this project comes out we can send you all FREE, thats right FREE copies of the magazine. No hidden catch, just complimentary magazines from your friends at IronWorks and DOUGZ.

Here’s the deal, I don’t have physical mailing address’s for most of you so if you’d like a FREE copy you’ll need to send me your address. Very little effort for the chance to take a look at an awesome bike magazine for FREE.

Did I mention that the magazine will be FREE?

According to Paul the article will be out around mid-2008 so I’ll need those address’s no later than early Feb.

Thanks and have a great week and a wonderful
Thanksgiving!

Doug Wozney
DOUGZ Custom Paint & Fabrication LLC
2323 Palace St. La Crosse, Wi. 54603
(608) 783-3684
doug@dougz.com
www.dougz.com

BIKERNET CHRISTMAS GRAB BAG GIVE-AWAY–We’re heading out to the shipping store to buy 50 boxes. Then we’ll fill them with stocking stuffers from stickers, to books, T-shirts and posters. Each one will be packed with surprises for Bikernet Readers at Christmas. So go into our FREE contest area and give us any excuse to send you a package.

–Bandit

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CLASSIC MOTORCYCLE IRON WEBSITE LAUNCHED BY AMERICAN IRON–

“Classic American Iron is dedicated to the interests and needs of enthusiasts of the pre-1990s American-made motorcycles, including Harley-Davidson, Indian, Orient, Henderson, and others.”

http://www.caimag.com

–Mike Perry
TAM Communications
Special Projects Group
1010 Summer St.
Stamford, CT 06905
203 425 8777, ext 125
203 425 8775 Fax

LEE WIMMER SURVIVES KNEE SURGERY–Many thanx to all the great Hamster thoughts messages and prayers. I’mhome and doing well from the knee replacement. Have to say it was theworst few days I ever had (except for the accident) and therapy is abitch to say the least. But I managed to actually take a few steps unassisted today. Also happy to report that my wife Nancy made it throughsurgery yesterday to have her tonsils and adenoids out.

They say thatit’s much worse having this done as an adult. But she’s tough and doingOK.

Again thanx to all.
–Lee Wimmer

SCREENING OF ON ANY SUNDAY HOSTED BY AVON THEATER–On Wednesday Nov. 28 at 7 p.m., the Avon Theatre on Bedford Street in downtown Stamford will host a Documentary Film Screening of On Any Sunday (1971), presented by the Stamford Museum & Nature Center in conjunction with its exhibit, The Motorcycle, Italian Style: Riding the Curves with MV Agusta.

A Q&A session moderated by Stamford Museum & Nature Center Curator of Collections Rosa Portell will follow the screening. The panel will include American Iron Magazine and RoadBike publisher Buzz Kanter, along with past Formula One National Champion Mike Baldwin, expert dirt track motorcycle racer Mark Zimmerman, and Rod Pink, who was a national ranked professional dirt track motorcycle racer in the years the movie was made.

On Any Sunday was directed by Bruce Brown (“Endless Summer”) and is narrated by actor Steve McQueen, a key backer of its production. The film, which was nominated for an Academy Award, explores the world of motorcycle riding and racing.

Tickets are available at the theater box office at 272 Bedford Street, Stamford or by calling 203.661.0321 or 203.967.3660 ext. 3. Tickets are $6 for Avon Theatre and Stamford Museum and Nature Center Members; $7 for Seniors and Students; Free for Avon Carte Blanche Members; and $10 for Non-Members. For more information, visit www.stamfordmuseum.org, call 203.322.1646 ext.6521, or e-mail info@stamfordmuseum.org.

THE MOTORCYCLE, ITALIAN STYLE: RIDING THE CURVES WITH MV AGUSTA– a vintage motorcycle exhibition, sponsored by Cliff’s Cycle Revolution, featuring the Gary & Connie Kohs Collection, traces the MV Agusta brand from its World War II inception to today. Transportation meets art in this spectacular salute to one of the most admired, esthetically-driven steel horses of all time.

This exhibition is made possible with support from the Connecticut Commission on Culture & Tourism. Chica, the MV Agusta factory guard dog, guides children through the exhibition with “Chica Says?” interpretive signage. Tots 2 to 4 years old can ride toy bikes in their special section in the Bendel Mansion, as they learn about safety on two-wheeled vehicles.

The exhibition runs through Sunday, Jan. 6, 2008. For more information, visit www.stamfordmuseum.org, call 203.322.1646 ext.6521, or e-mail info@stamfordmuseum.org. Free with gate admission.

The Bendel Mansion Museum Galleries are open Tuesday through Saturday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Sunday, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Stamford Museum & Nature Center is located at 39 Scofieldtown Road, Stamford, CT (3/4 mile North of Merritt Parkway Exit 35.) For more information on The Motorcyle, Italian Style: Riding the Curves with MV Agusta, visit www.stamfordmuseum.org or call 203.322.1646 ext.6521. Members: FREE; Non-Members: Free with gate admission: Adults $8, Seniors & Students $6, Children (4-17) $4, Under 3 FREE.

BIKERNET PHOTO ART EXHIBIT OF THE WEEK–After two tours on the front line, he arrived in St. Augustine and was forever hooked on the cobblestone streets, salt air, old bars and young women.

Welcome home heros,
–Whiplash Biker Photog
whiplash@photo.net

BONHAMS AUCTION COMING–A Sale of Collectors’ Motor Cars, Motorcycles, Commercial Vehicles and Automobilia.

Monday 19 November
Location:
Yorkshire Events Centre, Harrogate
Viewings:
Sunday 18 November 5pm to 8pm
Monday 19 November from 9am

www.bonhams.com

BIKERNET QUOTE OF THIS MINUTE–Consciousness: That annoying time between naps.

–Rev CarlR

ADVANSTAR INTERNATIONAL BIKE SHOWS–Exclusive Opportunity!See the New 2008 Motorcycles at theBiggest Motorcycle Show of the Season!Don’t miss this opportunity! The Long Beach Convention Center is the only place you will see the NEW 2008 models at one place at one time from the leading manufacturers.

PLUS…BOSS Freestyle Stunt Show,FREE MC Parking andGear Check

It’s all at the Cycle World International Motorcycle Shows presented by Toyota – the only factory-supported show series in America!Take Advantage of OurNEW CommemorativeThree Day Pass Motorcycle Classics
Motorcycle Classics, in conjunction with the International Motorcycle Shows, is pleased to announce a special, limited-appearance vintage motorcycle exhibition in conjunction with Legend of the Motorcycle…

Where
Long Beach
Convention Center
300 East Ocean Boulevard
Long Beach, CA 90802
www.longbeachcc.com

Show Hours
Fri 12/7, 4pm – 9pm
Sat 12/8, 9:30am – 8pm
Sun 12/9, 9:30am – 5pm

WILDWIND SETS WINTER GOOD GUYS AND GUNSLINGERS TOUR FOR SOUTHERN ARIZONA–SEDONA, AZ-Want to ride right out of the cold, nasty winter and into the warm, soothing sunshine? WildWind is offering an exclusive winter tour of the warm West. This six-day/five-night program visits famed Old West outposts, the ghosts of Tombstone, the old mining town of Bisbee, the eerie rock formations of the Chiricahua wilderness and the bygone charm of Patagonia. Ride with us along the border of the haunting Superstition Mountains, let your mind wander among the unforgiving wastelands, searching for the Lost Dutchman’s gold mine. These are just some of the attractions unique to this desert wonderland.

The Good Guys and Gunslingers will take you on a journey through hip and vibrant downtown Tucson and Old Tucson Studios, which recreates an 1880s town and has served as a set for a number of westerns. Explore the Saguaro National Forest, where the giant cacti grow like trees. Ride to Tombstone, the town “Too tough to die;” walk in the footsteps of Wyatt Earp and Doc Holiday as they blasted their way into history at the OK Corral. Visit Tombstone’s Birdcage Theater where dancehall girls plied their trade and fortunes were won and lost, sometimes at the point of a Colt 45. Walk the wooden sidewalks, visit the old clapboard storefronts, enjoy a cold beverage at Big Nose Kate’s Saloon, stay the night in a haunted hotel, if you dare.

Near the Mexican border, the living history town of Bisbee remains a rough and tumble working mining town lined with 100-year-old brick buildings, elegant hotels and throwback saloons. Then head east to the Chiricahuas, which the Forest Service describes as a spectacular “wonderland of rocks.” The national monument is a forest of rock spires created by eroded layers of volcanic rock. You will feel like you’re visiting another planet.

The Good Guys & Gunslingers Tour is scheduled for January 14 to 19. Price is $1,971 including room and taxes, per person, double occupancy. Motorcycle rental is not includes and varies depending on make and model. Please call 602-690-2864 for more details.

JUST RELEASED, V-TWIN WINE FOR THE HOLIDAYS–2005 Bike Week Merlot!This very limited release of Merlot from the Alexander Valley is shippingnow in Honor Of California Bike Week & ‘The Love Ride.’ You are going toLove this 2005 Bike Week Merlot!

Our 2005 Bike Week Merlot was produced from a vineyard in the AlexanderValley – and is an 80/20 Blend of Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon.
Only 250 Cases produced.

2005 Poker Run Zinfandel!
Another kick-ass Zin from V-Twin Vineyards!! Fruit-forward with jammy flavors, pepper notes, presenting spicy aromas of Strawberry and Black Cherry on the nose. Complex layers of flavors reveal an earthyness & toastyness that will leave you wanting more. Be the first in your organization to own this wine!! When it’s gone – it’s gone for good. Our 2005 Poker Run Zin was produced from an Old Vine vineyard in Alexander Valley and was oak aged for 14 months.Only 400 Cases produced.

See us this weekend at Dudley-Perkins CoreyWay Street Faire in San Francisco.V-Twin Vineyards has teamed-up with MDA for this weekends eventat The Corey Way Street Faire in San Francisco. The MDA wine booth will be pouring V-Twin Zin – all proceeds will go to the Muscular Distrophy Association. We’ll have a booth there as well so you can see (sample) our new releases! Click on the Events link to the right for more details & directions. Hope to see you there!

http://www.vtwinwines.com

BIKERNET WEEKLY HISTORY LESSON–The old Indian chief called for the two bravest warriors in the tribe.

“Running Buffalo, Falling Rocks, you go and seek buffalo skins. Whichever of you returns with the most skins will become my right hand man and will be the next chief.”

A month later, Running Buffalo came back with nearly a hundred pelts.

Sadly, Falling Rocks never returned.

The tribe organized a search and looked everywhere, but they couldn’t find the missing brave anywhere.

Today, as you drive through the West, you can see the evidence of love and devotion the tribe had for this lost warrior. Throughout the highways, on interstates and side roads, you can still see their signs that say, ‘Watch for Falling Rocks.'”

–from Rev CarlR

FASTLANE BIKER SHOW COMING–Hey everyone Just a reminder the show is next weekend. All Vendors set up is on Friday the 16TH from 8AM till 5PM.Any one looking for vendor space there is still about 15 maybe 20 spaces left. So if you didn’t send your application back yetPlease call before you do. This doesn’t mean everyone call me . JUST THE PEOPLE WHO HAVEN’T SENT BACK THeiR APPLICATIONS YET !!!

Any one looking for a hotel we have a $79.00 room rate @ the Holiday inn right in Raritan Center. The Polo Lounge is located inside the hotel(SO NO ONE HAS TO DRIVE ) is working on hosting the after show party I’ll have more details at the Show. My staff has worked as harder then ever promoting this event too make this our best show ever. As always I look forward to answering any and all questions you may have.

For show info please go to www.fastlanebikershows.com Hope to see you all there

–Mark Ruzicka
FASTLANEBIKER
(973 )663-6377

MOFLOW AIR CLEANERS FROM CYCLE VISIONS–The MoFlow air cleaner assembly is made from aluminum, polished and chrome plated. Hidden fasteners and internal breather tube make for a clean look. Each air cleaner assembly contains a reusable pleated gauze performance filter that has been engineered and flow tested to obtain maximum flow and protection for your motor. Seal breather assembly velocity plate and all necessary mounting hardware included.

*Adapter for Mikuni carbs sold separately.

MOFLOW air cleaners
CV-9001 Dual 93-99 EVO Big Twin w/CV or Mikuni
CV-9002 Dual 99-07 Twin Cam w/CV or Mikuni
CV-9003 Dual 89-07 XL
CV-9004 Dual 93-99 EVO w/ S&S sarb E or G
CV-9005 Dual 99-07 Twin Cam w/ S&S sarb E or G
CV-9005 Dual 89-07 XL w/ S&S sarb E or G

–CycleVisions
4263 Taylor Street n San Diego, California 92110
619.295.7800
www.CycleVisions.com

BANDIT?S BEDROLL JOURNEY– I thought about the Old West and the bedrolls the cowboys used to carry their shit, and it came to me. Something over the headlight, as long as it wasn?t too heavy, could do the trick. The bike would maintain its nasty profile, I could still pack someone on the back, and carry my shit.

As I wound through the canyon, my mind went to work on the bedroll concept. Could it carry all I wanted to pack? Another question smacked me as I rounded another corner and caught a glimpse of the Pacific lapping the Malibu shores in the distance. What about a tool bag? The short answer is yes, the perfect bag for the job.

Bandit?s Bed Roll is the perfect combo of tool bag and weekender engineered by the man that delivers form and function and keeps your ride looking clean. So pull out your wallet and click here to get your official Bandit Bed Roll Today.

THE END–Of the News until Sunday. I?m all ready to hit the road for happy hour and treats, goddamnit. I?m going to start posting features on Green bikes tomorrow. There?s an invasion. In fact, another one rolled into the Bikernet Headquarters this week from Caleb. There?s a teaser shot above.

I don?t have a lot to report. We?re trying to decide whether to hit the Cincy dealer show in February or Daytona in March. We don?t have the budget for both. Actually a particular woman wants me to take her to the Keys. Not great for business, but a terrific place to hide out.

I?m behind on my list of articles, but catching up. I?ll write about our Hawaiian adventure this weekend, cover a couple of green machines and interview a local painter for my CrazyHorse painting book forward. We?ve just about wrapped the Bonneville book for Wolfgang. I have another bike from the Garage Company, more from Tim Conder, another Girl of Bikernet is crawling around here nude and I need to work on my Road King. W8less rotors are in and ready to install.

Have a terrific weekend and get caught up on your projects. Next week we face Thanksgiving and the Holidays are officially launched. Hang on.

Ride Forever,

–Bandit

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HOT-DOCK NAMED JAPANESE CHAMPION AT COOL BREAKER– THE 10th annual Cool Breaker Custom Bike Show, held at the Pacifico Yokohama Exhibition Center and an Official World Championship Affiliate event, featured 80 vendors including S&S Cycle and Arlen Ness.

The 150-strong All-Japan Championship was won by Hot-Dock Custom Cycles, who received a cash prize of one million Yen (about $9,000) to be used towards expenses in competing at the 5th annual World Championship of Custom Bike Building. Second place was taken by Jene Choppers, with BB Custom Factory third.

Hot-Dock’s Keiji Kawakita also picked up S&S Cycle’s Award and was presented with a Panhead engine. Entries from Bad-Land, Fake Choppers and Rodeo Manufacturing were also highly commended.

To allow rescheduling to a May date in future years, Cool Breaker will skip a year and will next be held in May 2009.

COOL BREAKER CUSTOM SHOW
Yokohama, Japan
E-mail: mailto:info@cool-breaker.jp
www.cool-breaker.jp

THE MARK FELDMAN STORY–A man walks into the street and manages to get a taxi just going by. Hegetsinto the taxi, and the cabbie says, ‘Perfect timing. You’re just likeFrank.’

Passenger: ‘Who?’

Cabbie: ‘Frank Feldman. He’s a guy who did everything right all thetime.Like my coming along when you needed a cab, things happened like that to Frank Feldman every single time.’

Passenger: ‘There are always a few clouds over everybody.’

Cabbie: ‘Not Frank Feldman. He was a terrific athlete. He could have wontheGrand-Slam at tennis. He could golf with the pros. He sang like an operabaritone and danced like a Broadway star and you should have heard himplaythe piano. He was an amazing guy.’ He had a memory like a computer. Hecould remember everybody’s birthday. He knew all about wine, which foodstoorder and which fork to eat them with.

He could fix anything. Not likeme.I change a fuse, and the whole street blacks out. But Frank Feldman, hedideverything right.’

Passenger: ‘Wow, some guy then.’

Cabbie: ‘He always knew the quickest way to go in traffic and avoidtrafficjams. Not like me, I always seem to get stuck in them. But Frank, henevermade a mistake, and he really knew how to treat a woman and make herfeelgood. He would never answer her back even if she was in the wrong; andhisclothing was always immaculate, shoes highly polished too – he was theperfect man! He never made a mistake. No one could ever measure up toFrankFeldman.’ He was perfect!!!

Passenger: ‘An amazing fellow. How did you meet him?’

Cabbie: ‘Well, I never actually met Frank. I just married his fuckingwidow.’

–from Rik

ASSALT WEAPAN FEATURED IN AMERICAN IRON–Just got my January issue of American Iron Magazine and note on page 18, Quoted & Noted section, Valerie Thompson talking up everything great about her success at Bonneville on your bike.But, not one mention of the bike and who built it or where it came from.

There’s a good picture of her on the bike but not one word about 5-Ball Racing. What gives? Should she not be giving credit where credit is due?

–Frenchie
Marc Beaulieu
5-BALL racing team member

I don’t know what it is that you did to American Iron Ragazine, but Go Daddy and Valerie got all the kudos, You, Accurate Engr. and BUB did nothing to help break that speed record.

— Concerned reader
& Monetary contributor
T. Anderson

Actually the GoDaddy.com crew sent out that release right after the meet and virtually everything contained in that release was incorrect. We pointed it out, but they never responded. A quirky bunch over there.

The boss of GoDaddy, Bob Parsons called me 24 hours before we left for Bonneville and kindly sent us a check. “Can I get a couple of stickers on the bike,” he asked?

I said, “Of course, send ’em quick.”

The next day the check arrived and two dinky stickers which we immediately attached to the bike. He’s complained about the size of the stickers ever since. Go figure. Within 24 hours we had his logo imprinted on our banner and the bike has already been on the cover of two national mags. Also, Valerie had nothing to do with that press release. She gave some numbers to GoDaddy and they did the rest. She has always been stand-up with every sponsor that has represented her. We love Valerie, support her in any and all of her efforts. –Bandit

30 HARLEY-DAVIDSON ENGINES WANTED–We need 30 new, stock H-D motors quick. If you know of a supply, give us a call, quick. (310) 830-0630.

KIRK HAMMET’S FORD, BUILT BY COLE FOSTER, WINS GOODGUYS KUSTOM OF THE YEAR– Kirk Hammett’s 1936 Ford coupe has won the 2007 Goodguys Kustom of the Year award presented by Grundy Worldwide.

Built by Salinas, California’s Cole Foster and his Salinas Boys Customs crew, the smooth and stylish ’36 Ford started as a five window but Foster and his team, through extensive modifications, made the car into a three window coupe. Extensive body mods include a handmade one piece hood, modified front and rear fenders flowing into modified running boards, modified stock dash and the list goes on. The project was 3 years in the making. Under the hood lies a Turn of the Century Ford Racing 302 small block which pounds out melodic notes through custom stainless exhaust built by Cole’s famous dad Pat Foster.

Traditional kustom amenities such as wide whites, custom spun disc wheel covers (with ’49 Ford horn centers) and perfectly molded rear fender skirts give the coupe a timeless, classic look. Hammett’s ’36 will be on display later this month at the 10th Southwest Nationals, November 16-18 at Westworld in Scottsdale, AZ.

The other finalists for the 2007 Goodguys Kustom of the Year award presented by Grundy Worldwide and the event’s they were selected at include:

Darlene Lopez, Riverside, CA – 1953 Chevy 2 Dr. selected in Del Mar
Lamar Cline, Cartersville, GA ? 1955 Ford, selected in Nashville
Linda Scheibal, Puyallup, WA – 1954 Buick, selected in Puyallup
Mike Freund, FonDuLac, WI, 1955 Chevy, selected in Joliet
Wayne Yannone, New Rochelle, NY, 1951 Mercury 4 door, selected in Rhinebeck
John St. Germain, Goodwood, ONT – 1936 Ford Roadster, selected in Charlotte

The Goodguys 2007 Kustom of the Year award presented by Grundy Worldwide is designed to honor traditional kustoms 1936 through 1964 vintage.

–Spike Fletcher
Horse Power Promotions
ph 805.686.2007
fax 805.686.0890
www.horsepowerpromotions.com

THE SEARCH FOR AMERICAN FOUR CYLINDER MOTORCYCLES IS ON–A couple of noted collectors are looking for original or restored 4-cylinder American Motorcycles. If you have one for sale, or know of one, give Don a call at (626)358-9696 or 840-3326.

PSI’S GENESIS “BIG-AIR” Carb The Latest and Greatest Innovation in V-Twin Carb Technology!–Check out this HOT NEW SERIES 4 “patented” billet 48mm PSI “BIG-AIR” V-Twin Carb. It pumps out Big Torque gains from bottom end thru Top-End. PSI claims that in most cases you will see an 6-15 HP gain over the S&S Super G, E, and Stock CV carbs, and also the Mikuni 48/45/42 mm carbs. This carb works great on motors from 74 to 95″ and rocks on motors from 103 to 155″.

One of the coolest features of the “BIG-AIR” Carb is it doesn’t have any jets to change, or mess with! Just think, no fuel on your fingers ever again!!! All adjustments are made externally in seconds with detent clickable adjustment knobs while the bike is running so you can very quickly dial the bike to a perfect tune.It’s very easy to use and understand with 3 external fuel adjustments; the Pilot, Needle, and Power Jet, which fuels bottom end, midrange and top-end respectively! It’s guaranteed by PSI to supersede all other carbs in performance and tune-ability. It features a hard anodized flat-slide design with 8 ball-bearing rollers for a super smooth pull. It also features V-Shaped technology in the bore so it acts like a small 38mm carb on the bottom but pulls like a freight-train on top!

This carb contrasts heavily against your normal heavy fuel-squirting carb that often spurts and sputters because the fuel droplets are so heavy they fall out of suspension. With its own unique and proven process of handling fuel, it converts fuel droplets into a fine mist, and then super-vaporizes them! This allows the air/fuel mixture to remain in suspension throughout the intake process for incredible throttle response, maximum intake velocity, and max volume on top end. The “Big-Air” Carb is “patented” for its designs and technology and also passes 2010 emission standards. In simple terms, it’s cleaner, smoother and way faster!

PSI’s new series 4 production carb is designed with single or dual cable pull and is a perfect bolt-on to S&S Super G manifold and air cleaner set-up.

Available in Bright Dipped Clear Anodized Billet, Bright Black Anodized or nicely Chrome plated for the ultimate experience!!!

For more information check them out at www.psicarbs.com or contact Bruce @ 801.393.1030 or Rob @ 801.866.2451. Thank you PSI BIG AIR CARBS.

RIKKI BATTISTINI LAUNCHED HIS NEW WEB SITE WITH BAGGER AND CUSTOM PRODUCTS–Battistinis USA are proud to announce the launch of the new shop on line website. The site will go live on November 14th just in time to catch the Thanks giving and Christmas Rush.

The site hosts many new products which you may have seen in various press releases over the last few months and also several new items hot off the drawing boards.

Don’t worry if the internet is not your thing this high end product range is also available from your local dealer just stop by and demand the best!

Alternatively sit in your chair at the office or home and just click away.

The site can be found atwww.battistinisUSA.comorwww.battistiniUSAshop.com

For more information contactRikki Battistini
Battistinis Custom Cycles LLC
San Ramon
CA 94582
Tel: 925 270 4211
Fax: 925 905 4664
rikki@battistinisUSA.com

MAGIC SANTA CLAUS APPEARS AT SIX LOCAL MARINE AND USO EVENTS–(San Diego, CA) The Magic Santa Claus–who can read your mind as easily as he hands out gifts and candy canes–will appear at six local Southern California bases to thank troops and families for their bravery and sacrifice. Each of these shows includes exciting close-up Magic effects for troops and their kids, either on stage or in the cafeteria. The Magic Santa Claus is portrayed by Magician Loch David Crane, who grows a real beard for these performances. Each year he needs less makeup on his full beard! Military service members and families with ID may attend any of these events on base, and the general public is invited to other events.

Here’s his hectic Ho-Ho-Holiday schedule of public and military appearances:
15 November, 10-10:30am Linda Vista Library on Ulric, for Native American Week
20 November, 2-4pm Chargers’ Blood Drive at the Town and Country Hotel(public may attend if they donate blood)
22 November, 11:30-1:30pm Thanksgiving Family Dinner at the USO downtown
29 November, 1-1:30pm Military Day of the Family at the Bob Hope Theatre,MCAS Miramar followed by a screened movie!
1 December, 5-6 pm Ocean Beach Parade down Newport Avenue (public event)
6 December, 9-noon Magic Santa Claus appears at Camp Pendleton, CA
8 December, 12-3pm Pacific Beach Holiday Parade on Grand Ave. (public event)
9 December, 4-5pm Fund raiser, Rancho Bernardo High School (public event)

. . .additional Magic Shows are now being scheduled for Marine Corps Air Station 29 Palms and Marine Corps Air Station Yuma, during December 2007. All these military shows are donated without charge by Loch David Crane.

2ND ANNUAL ARLEN NESS BIKE SHOW COMING–We would like to take this opportunity to welcome you to the 2ndAnnual Arlen Ness Bike Show & Parts Expo held January 25 and 26, 2008at the McEnery Convention Center in San Jose, California. Last yearsshow was a great success with over 225 bike show entries, national &local vendors, it filled up over 100,000 sq. ft. This was definitely ashow that rang out from coast to coast.

This year’s event will be even bigger & better. Arlen & Cory Ness,along with special guest Donnie Smith, will be at the show signingautographs & talking motorcycles. The Pro Class has turned into thePremium Class allowing more styles of motorcycles to participate inthe show. There will be everything from old school to no school, frommild to wild.

Vendors can have that one on one time that you need to sell andpromote your product. We are also looking for used parts vendors tofill up the Swap Meet. Our goal is to have a strong showing of usedparts vendors, for the guy looking for a good deal. With everythingthis show has to offer, you are not going to want to miss this year’sArlen Ness Bike Show & Parts Expo.

American Thunder Promotions
–Arlen Ness
please visit www.arlennessbikeshow.com for more information or call
(866) 907-7790.

KEVIN BASS REPORTS IN FROM HIGH SCHOOL–The show is the last weekend in March. Here are thepics from the SOW bikernet awards. Thanks to Edge andthe Horse as always for making me a part of theBackstreet family at the events! As always this idea wasthought up in my head.

I created it in CAD, convert tocode and wallah..the machine does the rest. Thisstainless steel sign will also get the engine turning treatmentbefore it ships out.

The last picture is one of mystudents busy doing what they do best..CHOPPIN! Toagain show that Kennedy kids know how it’s done, wewill have four bikes at the Donnie Smith show thisyear. A 42 WLA, 47 Knuck, the Ironhead Leroy is buildingand the S&S powered SPS build. Updates and picscoming to a bikernet near you soon.

–TEACH

The above sign is destined for another Smoke Out show competitor. Bikernet chose three bikes that didn’t win HORSE trophy’s and deserved recognition, numbers 66, 6 and 60–strange. One trophy was collected by Kyle at Route 66. This trophy is headed to the guys who built the Cadillac scooter. And 66 is still missing.–Bandit

GREG’S CUSTOM CYLES INTRODUCES THE FIRST IN THE DEEPSICKNESS HANDLEBAR LINE, THE ULTIMATEWICKED BARS–Synonymous for his custom motorcycles and DeepSickness front ends; custom bike builder Greg Rice adds to his DeepSickness line with his all new WICKED handlebars. These bars are designed with a unique tri-point design to set your ride apart from the rest. They are offered two ways; pre-drilled for external wiring or ready for internal wiring to give your bike that clean sleek look.

The WICKED BARS are top quality 11?2″ DOM steel tubing. Standard bars measure 32″ end to end with a 6″ rise. The risers can be made longer or shorter, tailored to your riding style and comfort. They are available in a wide variety of custom colors to match your bike or can simply be ordered chromed, powder coated or raw. The WICKED BARS will fit all V-Twin models or Metric cruisers.

Greg’s Custom Cycle Works, Inc. specializes in unique and high quality motorcycle parts. We pride ourselves on our eye catching and ahead of the curve designs, transforming even the most basic stock bike into a one-of-a-kind ride. Our parts are proudly manufactured in the United States and have been featured in some of the most reputable bike magazines in the world.

For further information, call Greg’s Custom Cycles at 727-461-4840 or visit
www.gregscycles.com

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BILLET HAND CONTROL SPACERS FOR 1-INCH BARS–Custom hand control spacers in chrome or black anodize!

These billet hand control spacers work with nearly every 1-inch bar on the market and the set screw can be rotated underneath to hide it for an extra clean look.

For use with Joker JX controls on applications where a switch housing is needed, but you still want to fill in that gap between the hand control and grip.(This piece is also designed to balance out the left side spacing where the right side has the throttle housing)

Also has many other uses where you may need a collar to fit over a piece of 1-inch tubing or handlebars.(WIDTH OF SPACER IS 7/8″ (.875)

ITEM NO. DESCRIPTION
03-136 Billet Hand Control Spacer Chrome
03-136BLK Billet Hand Control Spacer Hard Black Anodize

NEW CYCLE SOURCE MAGAZINE FEATURES ASSALT WEAPAN– Wow Chris. You captured the essence of the Bikernet Panhead with this cover.

As one of the proud team members of 5-Ball, I thank you. Great photo. Berry of Accurate Engineering even looks good on the bike.

Marc Beaulieu

NORTH CAROLINA PASSES RED LIGHT LEGISLATION– The North Carolina legislature has voted to give frustrated bikers a break at red lights. Recognizing that some traffic signal sensors do not recognize and trip for motorcycles, the Senate voted unanimously for the measure and the House then voted 61-55 to send the bill to Governor Mike Easley’s desk. If he signs it, the law will take effect December 1st, allowing motorcycle riders to proceed through a red light, if they?ve waited three minutes for the light to change, and if no other vehicles and pedestrians are in sight.

IT IS TWO MINUTES, NOT THREE!

–from Tony B.

CALIFORNIA BIKE WEEK RIDER–Sorry to miss you there, but I did get to chat to Valerie, unfortunately she lost in the second round. She is one good looking lady. It was worth the ride from Sacto though.

–Rudy E. Alba

THE PARTY WAS AT THE SEMINOLE HARD ROCK ROADHOUSE DURING BIKETOBERFEST 2007–DAYTONA BEACH, FLA – November 13, 2007 – The Seminole Hard Rock Roadhouse lived up to its reputation as the place where bikers gather during Biketoberfest for the best bikes, babes and entertainment on Main Street in Daytona. The Hard Rock Seminole Roadhouse partnered with The Dog House bar for the first time to bring a more complete entertainment venue that offered something for every motorcycle enthusiast.

Steven Tyler’s new Red Wing Motorcycle debuted at Daytona, and other bikes on showcase included the latest custom creations from builders El Pitts of Vegas Choppers; Billy Lane of Choppers Inc. and Aaron Greene of Paramount Customs. The Seminole Hard Rock Roadhouse was the place to be for top bike builders over the course of the Rally and served as a meeting point and party spot for many of the industry’s elite builders and influentials as well as people who wanted to experience the Hard Rock Seminole Roadhouse. In addition to the featured bikes, the Roadhouse featured the Hard Rock touring photo exhibit of premier builders photographed by world-renowned photographer, Michael Lichter.

While checking out all the photos and custom bikes on display, the crowd was wowed with live music all day, daily ride-ins, bikini pageants, wet T-shirt contests, giveaways and much more. For the first time ever on Main Street, one of the highlights was the Extreme FMX High Flying Jumpers who did insane stunts over the crowd of onlookers. Along with great music The Hard Rock Seminole Roadhouse Stage also featured Sucker Punch Sally’s who honored veterans in front of a huge crowd. Christian Clayton of Sucker Punch Sally’s presented a custom motorcycle to Army Combat Veteran Joe White. The bike was the culmination of eight months of hard work by Joe’s brother Johnny. Johnny wanted to honor his brother for his service to the U.S. with a motorcycle and BIKERNET.COM/HOT BIKE and Sucker Punch Sally’s answered the call. Sucker Punch sent Johnny a pallet with a roller in addition to numerous other parts. Bikernet and Hot Bike, BDL and J&P supplied the rest.The bike giveaway/support the troops rally was a huge success and brought tears to the eyes of the packed audience. Overall, the Seminole Hard Rock Roadhouse was full of excitement, making it the place to party at Biketoberfest.

Title sponsor of the Roadhouse, the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino is a destination for rock n’ rollers from across the nation to discover their rock n’ roll dreams. The 86-acre resort in Hollywood, Florida, located between Miami and Ft. Lauderdale is pure paradise, featuring a colossal 130,000 sq. ft. casino, a lush 4-acre lagoon tropical pool area, a legendary Hard Rock Caf?, sensational European-style spa and fitness center, and the famous Hard Rock Live concert hall. Seminole Paradise, South Florida’s newest entertainment destination for savvy shopping, delicious dining and explosive entertainment offers a little something for everyone, both day and night. Other sponsors include Budweiser, Michael Lichter Photography, Bikernet.com, Biker Design, Dog House and Keyboard Carriage.

Carrie Repp is the strategic owner of R&R Promotions, a multi-faceted “live marketing” special events and promotions company with experience in nearly every area of event development, promotion and production.

TEMPORARY LAYOFFS A WORRY FOR HARLEY, BUT H-D STILL CONFIDENT–The VRSCDX Night Rod Special is a sleek, sporty, all-black bike.”It’s a powerful bike,” said Eberle, who helped launch the Kansas City plant 10 years ago and last week became senior vice president of Harley’s manufacturing operations. “It’s for young riders, and it’s big in Europe. Everything’s got to be all-black for kids.”

The models made at Harley’s Kansas City plant generally are designed with younger riders in mind. But the Harley brand is best known for its heavyweight tour bikes that are the staple of its biggest customer base, the baby boom generation.

Harley-Davidson’s impressive run of 20 consecutive years with higher sales and profits is expected to end in 2007, sparking some worries about the motorcycle maker’s future. That worry can’t help but wash over the 1,000 employees here, most of which will experience their first temporary layoff the week of Nov. 26, as Harley tries to get its inventories in better shape.

The Milwaukee-based manufacturer certainly is in better shape than its counterparts in the auto industry. However, some experts wonder whether Harley’s inability to attract more young riders will eventually hurt the company’s financial performance.

The median age of a typical Harley buyer now is 47. Twenty years ago it was 35.

“The customer base is aging, and that’s not going to change,” said Don Brown, a motorcycle industry analyst in Irvine, Calif. “They’ve been helped by people who had this ‘rah-rah, buy American’ mindset. The younger guys don’t care about that. Harley is going to have to build a different type of motorcycle to compete with the Japanese.”

As Chief Executive Jim Ziemer looks down the road, he sees the company’s fortunes rising to meet him. Younger riders do want Harleys like the Night Rod built in Kansas City, he said, and its international sales are growing at a double-digit pace.He believes Harley’s recent setbacks are due mainly to the U.S. economy.Fishtailing financials

After reporting a disappointing third quarter, Harley said its full-year earnings per share will be down by 4 percent to 6 percent along with a “modest” sales decline. In 2006, the company earned $3.93 a share on $6.2 billion in revenue.

Shipments this year are expected to be between 328,000 and 332,000 vehicles, down from 349,196 last year. In September, the company announced that its five manufacturing plants, including Kansas City, will be down the week of Nov. 26 in response to the weaker demand.

While the Kansas City facility had a production slowdown a couple of years ago that resulted in a partial, temporary layoff, this will be the first time the entire plant will be idle for economic reasons.

But Ziemer points out that Harley’s sales are split evenly between new and existing customers. And while the median age of baby boomers is now 50, the average age of the average Harley buyer has risen only by one year to 18 months in the past six years, according to Ziemer.

“We’ve got more and more programs aimed at younger riders,” he said.

The company is also aggressively marketing to other new customers, such as women. Ten years ago, 2 percent of its customers were women, compared with 12 percent last year.

Harley is also in the high-performance bike business, aside from the models made at the Kansas City plant. It owns Buell Motorcycles, a division devoted to racing bikes. Although Buell accounts for only 2 percent of Harley’s total sales, Ziemer said, the company has high hopes for Buell’s first liquid-cooled engine bike, similar to the V-Rod.

It is also looking at ways to keep its dedicated Harley owners even as age makes it tricky to handle an 800-pound motorcycle. Harley has invested in a company making trikes, three-wheeled motorcycles for older riders who are looking for a safer and more stable ride.

A couple of analysts agreed that too much has been made of Harley’s suffering.

Harley generally is selling motorcycles to buyers who are getting older, its biggest market being white males between the ages of 35 and 47. While the annual growth of that age group has slowed to a crawl, Harley has compensated by getting more of them to buy motorcycles, said Craig Kennison, analyst with Robert W. Baird & Co.

“Harley has done a terrific job of tapping that market and getting more people interested in their bikes,” he said.

Ed Shill, chief investment officer of QCI Asset Management Inc. in Rochester, N.Y., has done deep research for his investments in Harley-Davidson.

Shill rides a Harley and regularly attends rides. He believes the “youth culture” adopted by baby boomers still resonates with that generation and will keep them in the saddle long after their parents moved to the barcalounger.

“I see guys at these rallies all the time in their 60s and going on 70, and they have no intention of getting off their bikes,” Shill said.

–By RANDOLPH HEASTER
The Kansas City Star

I believe that the downturn in our economy is due substantially to our national media. If reports are constantly picking at everything that moves in this country, then we are forced to live under a cloud of negative waves. It brings us down. Our media has become a watchdog, anxious to point out anything wrong, as if a drug-addict snitch, always looking for a media fix.

We rarely see the positive, honors bestowed on the hardworking or accolades for creative excellence, no. It’s all about a trumped-up failure here and there, while soldiers fight to deliver freedom and security to the middle-east, and thousands of employees work at auto makers and Harley-Davidson plants to deliver the best possible products to Americans. There’s so much good going on, so many folks working overtime to produce the best and so much freedom here in the states to honor and be thankful for. Let’s Rock.?Bandit

THIS IS A BARBER SHOP IN POLAND….OK, IF THEY HAD THIS BARBER SHOPIN YOUR COMMUNITY, HOW MANYHAIRCUTS WOULD YOU GET A YEAR????

ANOTHER ATTACK ON THE MEDIA–Here’s something I’m dead serious about.I’m an admitted news junkie. Have been since I was a kid.Lately, all you see on the TV news is the fucking O.J. trial, Britney Spears crack and other Celeb assholes.I’m fucking sick and tired of our nation being turned into a bunch of tabloid junkies by CNN and MSNBC. I’d rather hear about what’s going on in Pakistan and the Middle East wars that’s jacking up our gas prices than spending the entire day waiting for the O.J. trial to end so I can finally get some revelent news. That sonuvabitch shoulda been in prison years ago.

I want to start a ground swell movement to get the media to stop the bullshit.Please take a few minutes to go to this CNN site and tell CNN to stop their bullshit coverage.It’ll only take a minute and you can just cut and paste what I wrote to them below and submit it.

Thanks a bunch guys…
Here’s the link to their comment email:
http://www.cnn.com/feedback/forms/form1.html?33

–TBear

STEALTH ONE-OFF CUSTOM FOR SALE–We watched this bike come together last year on Bikernet.

2007 Cutsom Rigid
New 80″ Evo
New 5 speed tranny–
Electric & Kick start Custom 5 gallon tanks
Fire Extinguisher oil tank
Santee Rigid Wishbone Frame
Everything Brand new!

$13995.00!

–mikethestealth@hotmail.com
704-516-4630

ROLLIN SIXES AND BIKERNET SUPPORT TROOPS AT CHRISTMAS–I was just thinking doing something for the guys fighting the war for Christmas. What do you think about starting a shop t-shirt drive for them. We can put out the word and have anybody who wants donate some shop shirts to send them to our shop and we’ll ship them to Iraq. They can send them to you or me and any cash (just for shipping).

–Jerry Rollin Sixes

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I have terrific news for all the guys in the industry. I spoke to two shop owners in the great northwest, up where it rains constantly. When I asked about business they both said business was fine. Check out the Nash Motorcycle, Vancouver, Washington feature on the home page. In the next couple of days I’ll post a feature bike built by Dave Haze of Haze Custom Bikes in Medford, Oregon. And of course Sucker Punch Sally is building more bikes this year than ever before.

You know me. I’ve been researching this downturn in motorcycle sales for the last couple of years and recently I went to the mountain, like Moses. I spoke to the Guru of Speed, the Surgeon of Bike Shows, N.R. “You are blessed my son to be in my presence, for you have sinned more than any other man, and I should fry you to warm ashes and scatter you to the seas.”

“I know all about that,” I spat back. “Gimme the skinny on the biking world.”

“You have but 18 months and the chopper industry will fly like never before,” His voice boomed over the valley. “Gotta get through this election.”

I bowed honorably, dropped a five-spot in his tip jar, jumped on my Sturgis Shovel and peeled down the towering Alps. There you have it. Let’s hit the news.

CRAZY NORM’S NOVEMBER SALE AT CCI– Go to – Closeout & Sale Item Search – Promo Pricing Expires when desired inventory level is met.Order Today Call 800-359-5700. I don’t know what it means but Custom Chrome is having a sale. Check with your dealer.

BIKERNET QUOTE OF THE WEEK–
In the midst of all evil,
We stand our ground,
And we protect our country
From all terror around.

–A Marine

–from Jay Martinez

BORN TO RIDE CD COMPILATION–The debut compilation CD “Born to Ride”, created for the world famous charity event LOVE RIDE, is a labor of love for producers Andrew Kastner and Todd Smallwood.The two hit songwriters and performers, both veterans of the Los Angeles (and world) music scene, were given the green light in August of 2007 from LOVE RIDE founder, Oliver Shokouh, to gather their friends and produce this world class record. A portion of the proceeds of this CD will go directly to the LOVE RIDE FOUNDATION to support it’s designated charities.

The music on this record is new and original, and is designed not only for those who love to ride, but for all who yearn to hear pure and simple roots music.

This CD includes unreleased songs and exciting performances by well known artists, including:
Gregg Allman, with a live version of his greatest southern rock classic, “Midnight Rider” –
Andy Summers – famed guitarist of “The Police” –
Mick Fleetwood – “Fleetwood Mac” co-founder and drummer
Jeff Healey – Canadian guitarist extraordinaire (“Angel Eyes”) –
Robby Krieger – original member of the legendary band “The Doors” –
Randy Bachman – guitarist/founder and singer for “The Guess Who” and “Bachman Turner Overdrive” (who wrote and performed the title track, “Born To Ride”) –
Brian Setzer – founder of the “Stray Cats” & “The Brian Setzer Orchestra” –
Todd Smallwood – lead singer/writer/producer for “The Mick Fleetwood Band”, formerly of Bachman Turner Overdrive and co-producer of this album –
Brian Ray – (current guitarist with “The Paul McCartney Band”)
Too Slim and The Taildraggers – (Seattle’s favorite blues band – currently topping the Billboard Blues Charts)
Jack Mack & The Heart Attack – America’s premier Rock and Soul Band – dePresleys – Norway’s newest sensation) –
The Knuckleheads featuring Val McCallum (new band led by one of LA’s top guitarists) – And an exciting new band now known as, “Love Riders” featuring producers Todd Smallwood and Andrew Kastner – (Chaka Khan, Aaron Neville, Natalie Cole) –

What more can we say? Grab your baby, get on your bike, put your headphones on, turn it up and ride.

–Andrew Kastner
American Road Entertainment, Inc.
dba American Road Records
456 S. Skyline Dr. Westlake Village, CA 91361
www.americanroadentertainment.com
americanroad@mac.com
Office: 805 373-1823 o mobile: 818 917-0200 o fax 866 314-4029

GINETTE BAILEY WINS 5TH ANNUAL WHEELS THROUGH TIME RAFFLE– Saturday, November 11, 2007 was a momentous day at the Wheels Through Time Museum in Maggie Valley, NC. Over 1700 people gathered at the world-class museum for the 5th Annual Wheels Through Time Raffle. Each year, the museum raises funds by raffling off a motorcycle built at Wheels Through Time. Past winners have come from as far away as Texas and Illinois, and as close as Gatlinburg, TN. This year’s Grand Prize was a fully restored 1936 Harley-Davidson VLH brought back to life by museum curator and founder, Dale Walksler.

The raffle drawing is traditionally held at the conclusion of the Motorcycle Parade and Toy Run at the Wheels Through Time Museum. Over 1500 people were on hand, hoping that their name would be called. With only one winner to be picked, the eager crowd awaited anxiously until the ticket was drawn.

The lucky winner was Ginette Bailey, of Oxford, Massachusetts. Although Ginette was not present for the drawing, her enthusiasm was felt by onlookers, as the phone call was broadcast over the loudspeaker. “This is so amazing?.I’ve never won anything in my life,” shouted Bailey.

Ginette visited Wheels Through Time on August 30th, 2007, after learning about the museum online. Both her and her husband were visiting the Smoky Mountains on what they called “the ride of their lives”, and made the museum a top priority on their list of things to do. “The museum was spectacular! I was particularly impressed with the new Women In Motorcycling exhibit,” said Bailey. “That’s were I spent most of my time.”

After a great tour, Ginette decided to take a chance on the beautiful red and black Harley-Davidson raffle bike in museum foyer. She decided to buy one ticket, and after almost 3 months, that decision would prove to be one she wouldn’t regret.

Ginette is a member of the Chrome Sisters, a Massachusetts-based women’s motorcycle association that was founded three years ago. Bailey was integral in the formation of the group, which now boasts over 30 members from Massachusetts and surrounding states. The Chrome Sisters’ mission is to unite all women motorcycle enthusiasts for recreation, education, mutual support, and recognition, and to promote a positive overall image of motorcycling. For more information on the Chrome Sisters, visit their website, located at www.Chromesisters.com.

Congratulations, Ginette, and Happy Riding!

BIKERNET CHRISTMAS GRAB BAG GIVE-AWAY–We’re going to the shipping store to buy 50 boxes. Then we’ll fill them with stocking stuffers from stickers, to books, T-shirts and posters. Each one will be packed with surprises for Bikernet Readers at Christmas. So go into our FREE contest area and give us any excuse to send you a package.

–Bandit

JIMS BIKERNET TOOL OF THE WEEK, EXTERNAL LOCK RING PLIERS– Easily installs and removes snap rings. This pliers?s jaws are scored on the outside to hold the snap ring securely.

Use with new snap ring (JIMSNo.11067 for 5-Speeds).
Instruction Sheet No.2362-IS.
No.2362 – Use on EVO & Shovel 1980-995-Speed. Use on Sportster? 1957-present.
Use on Buell? 1987-present.
Use on1999-05 FXD, 1999-06 FL and 2000-06 FXST.
Use on aftermarket 6-Speed.

Suggested Retail Price: $56.55

–JT Lepien
www.jimsusa.com

FORGE-TEC INTRODUCES THEIR FHO PROGRAM (FOR HARLEYS ONLY)–Oxnard, CA- Forge-Tec Motorcycle, an industry-leading manufacturer of high-end aluminum wheels and blanks supplier to many of the industry’s leading wheel manufacturers is proud to introduce a new and exciting wheel program called FHO (For Harleys Only) This program has been designed from the ground up exclusively for Harley-Davidson (circle R) Dealers.

Forge-Tec just kicked off the test program at the Daytona Beach Bike Rally and it was a total success. This program simply offers the Harley dealer 4 exclusive one-piece billet forged wheel styles, all designed with each one of H-D’s different bike models in mind.

Harley dealers are offered these four uniquely designed 3D wheels available in all popular sizes and applications (’84-’08?including ABS equipped models) and all have matching rotors and pulleys to display and sell. They can also buy any one of Forge-Tec’s 13 other wheel designs, but these can also be found at other types of bike shops. No FHO wheels will be found at a dealership except Harley-Davidson stores.

All FHO wheels will be kept in stock at Forge-Tec’s warehouse (only in the most popular sixes) and dealers orders will be shipped in record time?No more waiting 12-16 weeks for a set of wheels! These wheels are available in black powder coated, show polished, luxurious chrome and new for ’08, all styles (except the Legacy and the Nomad) will be available in our Midnight Series?black anodized finish combined with classic machining gives these wheels a totally “badass” look.

Mark Finnie, GM for Forge-Tec’s motorcycle division added, “All Forge-Tec Wheels come with a lifetime Structural and Two-Year Chrome Warranty. Our products are of the highest quality to mirror Harley-Davidson. Forge-Tec’s FHO Program Yields Attractive Margins for all Harley-Davidson dealers and is backed by an incredible customer service program.”

For further information on complete wheels and FHO’s special dealer pricing, please contact Forge-Tec Motorcycle directly at 888-367-4385. Forge-Tec Motorcycle Wheels and Accessories, 950 Richmond Ave., Oxnard, CA 93030. Dealer inquiries invited! www.forgetecmotorcycle.com

TRASK EFI SPORTSTER TURBO–If you think your Sporty is a gas now, you ain’t seen nothin’! Strap on one of these new Turbo kits just unleashed by TRASK PERFORMANCE and you’re in for a mind altering experience. TRASK, a world leader in the design and production of reliable, street worthy H-D turbo systems has developed a unique turbo package designed specifically for 2007 and 2008 EFI equipped Sportsters. Sold as a complete bolt-on kit, it can be installed by any competent HD mechanic.

Once installed the numbers are nothing short of astonishing. Try 113.3 HP at 6200 RPM with 110 Ft Lbs torque from an otherwise stock 2007, 1200R! Now those are some impressive numbers and they come on in a fashion that provides exceptionally smooth pulling power for both street and open road use.

Each kit comes with an highly modified Garrett GT Series turbocharger, billet plenum with built-in velocity stack, billet breathers, ceramic or chrome pipes, hi-flow injectors, and even a high performance clutch spring! No matter if you’re looking for a real street menace or more open road pulling power this new kit has you covered and then some. TRASK TURBO SYSTEMS retail for $4995.00.

Check out the entire line of TRASK Turbo systems at www.TurboYourHarley.com or call them direct on 623-879-8488 or 866 99 TRASK.

’06-’08 BASSANI PRO 2 INTO 1– Bassani has never been one to follow the competition and here’s a good example of what you can expect from their progressive attitude. Dubbed the PRO 2 INTO 1, this radical new system was developed for those looking for a power boost and aggressive styling. A bolt-on fit for all 2006 through 2008 Dyna models, these latest headers feature 1 3?4″ head pipes merging into a 2 1?2″ true reverse cone megaphone.

Each PRO 2 INTO 1 is fit with a removable baffle and fully polished billet aluminum end cap and they are available in chrome or optional black thermal coat. There is no mistaking the distinctive exhaust note of these unique pipes and the look let’s others know you’re serious about your bike’s performance.

Retail is $680.00 in chrome, call for pricing on the thermal coat. You can get all the details by calling 866-439-4287 or on the Web at www.bassanipipes.com

NEW PATRIOTIC ARTIST ON U-TUBE–Check out this artist on the you tube link below; he is truly amazing. www.youtube.com/v/QZFkZiwMLZ4

I am organizing an 85th Birthday Tribute to Carroll Shelby, (creator of the Cobra cars among other accomplishments) @ the NHRA Museum in Pomona for April 19, 2008. The plan is to have Michael Israel there, creating a portrait of Carroll, to be auctioned off later in the evening. Hold the date open and stay tuned for further details.

–George Hayward
PDL Packaging & Display Logistics
P(562) 697 6300
F(562) 697 6384
www.pdlpackaging.com
www.george@pdlpackaging.com

45 MAGNUM TRIBUTE BUILD ON BIKERNET–The 45 Magnum Time Bomb is a very cool scoot. I remember many years back there was a build in I think it was Chopper magazine where they did a very similar bike.

They had a photo of a big old boy holding the bike in his arms like it was a baby or maybe a prized shotgun. I don’t think they ever finished the series. Couldn’t keep the bottom end together. I think it was about 1969 are so.

Cool idea though and the Time Bomb looks to be screwed together a little better.

Keep up the good work,
–Big Bill

That bike was built by the mastermind behind Custom Cycle Engineering, Randy Smith. We dug up the shot and added it to the story. CCE is still cranking out all of Randy’s parts except for his sprung up, like old Triumphs. I’m still waiting.–Wrench

TOP 100 RALLY MAP– We make a motorcycle map featuring the “Top 100 Motorcycle Rallies” in the nation and have listed your rally for free in the past.

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