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AMERICAN ROAD SHOP GIVES SPORTSTER FOR CHILDREN’S LEUKEMIA FOUNDATION–Highland, MICH. October 15, 2007 American Road Shop Bike Night’s recurring theme is “Lifestyle is a choice.” The choice was clear for many bikers to head to 59 West in Highland, Michigan, on Tuesday nights from May to September and take part in weekly bike contests, raffles and the chance to win a brand new Harley-Davidson Sportster from ABC Harley Davidson.

They also held a 50/50 drawing for the third year in a row with 50% of the proceeds going to the winner and 50% to the Children’s Leukemia Foundation of Michigan (CLF), which was over $2000 this year.

Thanks to ABC Harley Davidson’s involvement, this marked the third year that American Road Shop gave away a FREE Sportster. Tickets to enter the drawing were free, one per person each Tuesday. A rotating bike contest was held each week, with awards given for the most chrome, the longest bike, the oldest bike driven up and the best amateur custom. Each winner received a $25 gift certificate from American Road Shop and a $25 certificate from 59 West. Also, every Tuesday throughout the summer, names were drawn for door prizes, Bike Night Tee Shirts, vendor giveaways and more. With 100-150 bikes on an average night to 350 bikes and about 500 people on the final night, the third year of American Road Shop’s Bike Night, co-sponsored by ABC Harley-Davidson and Coors Light, was extremely successful.

59 West is Oakland County’s best kept secret, with a bistro & billiards bar, fine dining restaurant, 7,000 sq. ft. fitness facility and two huge banquet halls. This is the third year they hosted the American Road Shop Bike Night, and also the third year that all the raffle proceeds went to the Children’s Leukemia Foundation of Michigan (CLF).

American Road Shop co-owner Tim Beaubien said, “The last bike night of the year is always a big night for us, we give the bike away and we tally the final count for CLF. This year was particularly gratifying, not only did we have the best year donation for CLF but both Barb and myself had people coming up to us and thanking us for hosting this bike night. That made all the work worth it.”

If you are in the Waterford, MI area, stop and visit their 3400 sq ft store at 7554 Highland Road, Waterford, MI 48327, located on Highland Rd. (M-59) just east of Williams Lake Rd. or you can visit them online at www.americanroadshop.com

–J. Ken Conte

CONGRATULATION TO BIKERNET FOR JOHNNY’S BROTHERS BIKE BUILD–Hey Fellas, excellent job on Johnny’s brothers bike.I wrote SPS and told them as well.Bravo on the story as well, from a readers perspective, good job all around!

–Charles Young

MOVIE BIKE HIT’S CYCLE SOURCE COVER–Just got some great news to pass on from the crew at the Cycle Source Magazine. In addition to some killer coverage from Sturgis, we have a movie bike ever featured in our pages, “Grindhouse” movie bike. Not only does this mark the first time a movie? bike has graced our cover, but it also ties into another passion a few of us have for the old B rate horror movies and cult classics.

The Grindhouse is a new double feature with two movies, “Death Proof” from Quentin Tarantino and “Planet Terror” from Robert Rodriguez. The movies are sure to be instant cult classics.

Our buddy from the Great White North, Konstantine Zakzanis is the owner of this West Coast Chopper, and he was cool enough to turn us on to it. You can pick up both of these movies now and the November ’07 issue of Cycle Source is on newsstands today.

Grindhouse Now Available On DVD- www.grindhousemovie.net

HELMET HAIR MOTO ARTS AUCTION TO BENEFIT INDIA STREET KIDS PROJECT–San Antonio, Texas_ Helmet Hair Magazine.com is sponsoring an online charity eBay Moto Arts Auction beginning November 9, 2007 to benefit the India Street Kids Project (ISKP).The Helmet Hair Moto Arts Auction consists of motorcycle-themed artwork, books and videos created by well known talents in the female motorcycle community including Lory Lockwood, Christina Shook, Carla King, and Christine Firehock. All auction proceeds will go directly to the ISKP organization. Winning bidders will have their names added to the ISKP scroll that is traveling around the globe in show of support.

To preview the auction go to:http://www.helmethairmagazine.com/featuredArtist-October2007.htm The ISKP organization was established to fight against the commercial and sexual exploitation of underage girls in India. Helmet Hair is committed to help support and create awareness of the ISKP mission to give hope to these young at-risk women.

“We are trying to make a difference in the lives of these girls in India, this is possible thanks to the sisterhood and support we share worldwide as women, no matter what country we are from.” ~ Cara Mae, co-editor Helmet Hair Magazine.com

NEW ISOLATED DRIVE SPROCKET SYSTEM FOR TOURING MODELS–MILWAUKEE (Sept. 28, 2007) – The new Isolated Drive System Sprocket Kit (P/N 40287-07, $305.00) from Harley-Davidson Genuine Motor Accessories improves rider comfort and ride quality by dampening the mechanical noise and vibration caused by engine torque pulses. Introduced as original equipment on 2008 Touring models, the rubber compensation elements in the sprocket act like a cushion, absorbing the power pulses from the engine. With the IDS installed, the motorcycle feels smoother and is quieter while accelerating, shifting and cruising.

Kit includes sprocket, compensator bowl, and installation hardware. Fits 2007 Touring models equipped with original equipment and most Harley-Davidson Genuine Motor Accessory wheels. Does not fit with 80-Spoke Laced Wheel P/N 42954-04, Polished Spun Aluminum Disc Wheel P/N 43760-03 or Slotted Six Spoke Wheel P/N 43932-02 (chrome) or 43933-02 (black).

For additional information on Harley-Davidson Genuine Motor Accessories, see your local Harley-Davidson dealer or visit the Harley-Davidson Web site at www.harley-davidson.com. To find a dealer near you, call toll free 1-800-443-2153 in the U.S.A. or Canada.

THAT’S IT, BREAK OUT THE ROTTEN LEMON AND CAPTAIN MORGAN RUM–I feel like a pirate being chased by the entire British Navy. I’m so behind I feel like I’m dragging the anchor. Hell, the brothers on the Bikernet Forum board just told me I’m writing a 1%er book that I didn’t know about.

Here’s the line-up for this weekend and next week. I’m suppose to have breakfast with Mil Blair and his partner tomorrow about the Pegasus EFI system they designed, then shoot over to Gene Koch’s pad and help him pack. He’s had it with Califa. He’s moving back to Minnesota. Then I need to launch a bike feature or the GOB from Colorado and start to put the Assalt Weapan back together for California Bike week and read the final chapter of the Bikernet Bonneville Build for the Wolfgang book.

Am I getting warmed up yet. Sunday my assignments call for scrambling to Ma’s house, since I missed her 85th Birthday and handle her honey-do’s. She just got back from a jazz festival in Sun Valley, Idaho, drove to Palm Springs to help a friend and she’s leaving for India next week. So, now you know where I get all the energy. Sunday we will also deliver a stellar Sunday Post.

Monday we will hit it hard with features, action from Hawaii, Smoke Out coverage from Canada (he rode all the way), Kirk’s tech, a Feature on the winner of the Easyriders Rodeo Knockout giveaway bike and a controversy building around Lil’ Joe’s Legendary Leathers and Torrian, made in Pakistan. We’re gonna have a vest off. Plus I’ll work on the Bonneville book and write the evil tale of roaches and Hawaiian club action at the grand opening of Pro Street Custom Cycles.

As Tuesday sparks to life, my keyboard will catch fire as I work with the Italian Redhead who makes badass seats on her tech and dig for the story behind the Charlie Brechtal girls. This should be a good one. I’m also working with Gard Hollinger on his Build-off Bike Feature and another road story from India. Well that should launch the week.

Let’s Ride

–Bandit

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PRO-ONE’S AWESOME TP PRO-SERIES–Manufactured to meet PRO-ONE standards for quality, reliability and blistering performance, these TP PRO-SERIES engines are mechanical works of art. Special ordered by PRO-ONE and assembled using only the very finest TP manufactured components all engines are thoroughly tested to perform even better than they look. Equally at home on the street or show circuit TP PRO-SERIES engines are available in 114, 121 and 124 cu in sizes with bores of 4-1/8-inch and strokes of 4-1/4-inch, 4-1/2 and 4-5/8 inches respectively. Offered in a wide variety of finishes and fin styles including: Natural, Standard Polish, Show Polish (between fins), Powder Coated

ENGINES NEEDED–Do you happen to know anyone that has 3 or 4 black and chrome S&S 96-inch motors that might have too much inventory that would want to sell them to an existing builder?

–Rick
V-Twin Marketing
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RACE INSPIRED RIO–One look at the new RIO wheel from Renegade and you now it was built for speed. In fact these wheels were fit to the Keith Ball/ Bikernet/5-Ball Racing “World’s Fastest Panhead” that recently shattered multiple records at Bonneville. As with all Renegade wheels, each RIO is precision machined from a single block of the highest grade billet aluminum. Wheels are then polished to a mirror finish and dipped in brilliant, extremely durable show quality chrome.

All Wheels are shipped complete with applicable hubs and bearings and are available in diameters from 16-23-inch and widths from 2.15 to 10.5 inches. Pricing starts at just $1150.00 and you’ll get a Lifetime Structural Warrantee!

For complete details and interactive fitment chart, check out ” http://www.renegadewheels.com” www.renegadewheels.com or call direct to 714-998-7241

RENEGADE BILLET PULLEYS–Check it out. Renegade is offering a complete line of belt drive pulleys to match their unique wheel designs including the amazing Cheyenne shown here. Available in all popular sizes they are precision machined from 6061 Billet aluminum are plated in a super rugged, show quality chrome. Additionally, each pulley features a one-piece billet front lip! These very cool pulley assemblies retail for $450.00 and can be ordered by calling Renegade direct at 714-988-7241 or visit them on the Web at www.renegadewheels.com.

RENEGADES FULL FLOATING ROTORS–Renegade has really been on a roll with their trend setting wheel designs and the company’s matching rotors and pulleys turn their wheel packages into a total face lift for any Bagger, Cruiser, Bar Hopper or Full Custom. Shown here is the awesome Full Floating Tahoe rotor. All of the company’s new rotors feature a full floating stainless steel outer brake rotor attached to a chrome billet center hub. Outer rotors are drilled for superior cooling and add an unmistakable high performance look to the any bike’s overall appearance.

Available with inner hub patterns to match all Renegade wheel styles the unique full floating rotors retail for $399.00. Full details are available at http://www.renegadewheels.com www.renegadewheels.com or

UNIVERSAL HIGH TUNNEL CHOPPER TANKS–Once again Paughco has you covered when it comes to real deal chopper tanks that are as functional as they are cool looking. Shown here is one of their latest additions to the popular High Tunnel line of universal gas tanks for custom applications.

This particular unit boasts a 4 gallon capacity but other are available in 3.5 and 4.6 gallon capacities.. Designed primarily for bikes with stretched back bones they feature retro Tear Drop styling and are fit with stock style screw in filler vent (cap not included) and 22mm external threads on the petcock bung. The 4 gallon tank measures 21Lx 12W x 9D. Tunnel is 5 deep and 3 inches wide and centerline hole-to-hole on the mounting brackets is 22 inches. Retail is just $299.95 and the caps go for $18.95. For complete details call 775-246-5738 or catch them on line at www.paughco.com.

DAGO COUNTY HAMSTERS CHECKIN’ IN–It is now 6:00 pm. I believe all Hamsters here are in safe territory now, with no loss of homes. The fires still do rage on, so we will see what tonight brings. I am sure that the TV coverage shows plenty, but I have attached some photos from my house as the fire moved in at night, then photos from the next day. Many, many people had it much worse (everything gone) but these are on my street and around the house. Ash everywhere, but the air is now clearing in my area, and the winds have let up.

Again we all thank you for the kind thoughts and support.

–Barry and the Red Hot San Diego Hamsters

PAUGHCO BAGGER APE HANGERS–Here’s your chance to give that subtle Bagger a little flavor and a lot of attitude. Paughco has just introduced a new collection of APE HANGER handlebars specifically designed for Dresser/touring models. The bars are fabricated from 1-inch tubing and swedged down to 1-inch for a sanitary yet very hardcore appearance. They are dimpled for all late model controls, come drilled for internal wiring and fit perfectly into stock clamps.

Available in both Z-Bar and round styles the bars are 40-inch wide with a 15-inch rise and 10-inch pullback. Oversize dimensions require fitting of 6 inches over stock length cables and brake lines. Designed to fit 1997 and later FLT and Street Glide machines the new bars go for $249.95 and are offered in black or chrome. For complete details call 775-246-5738 or catch them on the Web at www.paughco.com.

NEW BOOK FROM CRAZY HORSE COMING–Do you have a high res photo of your yellow bike that Dawne Holmes painted, a closeup of the left tank? I really would like a photo of that tank for my new book.

Other question – Would you want to write the forward for my book? It is called Creative Painting Ideas. It is an a-z guide to designing a paint job for a bike or car or truck. It has about 600 photos. It covers choosing a painter, getting the most for your money, picking and learning about color and design, and chapters on flames, graphics and murals.

–JoAnn
Crazy Horse Painting
www.crazyhorsepainting.com

SVENMEISTER HARDCORE KUSTOMS REPORT–THIS FUCKIN’ SUCKS!– I just got run over a pick up truck backing up at a stop light. I’m fine but the bike’s fucked up! Of course the jackass did a hit and run…

Anyways, wanted to let you know that we are going to move from one garage to another one. Business is not going well enough to open up a shop and I could not find those investors either…

Anyways, other than that I think SHK is on it’s way up to get a bunch of recognition. At the Rat’s Hole Custom Bike Show the “Gobber” scored a big ass first place trophy in it’s class and the “B-72” got 2nd.

There was a bunch of interest from bike magazines for our bikes.On the newsstands are www.custombike-magazine.de and www.barnettsmagazineonline.com which feature our bikes.

Also keep an eye out for www.backstreetheroes.com (UK mag) and The Horse. Barnett’s is gonna do a full feature of the “B-72” so are a couple of European rags!After all, SHK is stoked to finally hit the right track.

There are still a lot of shirts sitting in a closet that need to be bought so make sure you’ll hit www.svenmeisterhardcorekustoms.com/shkshirts.htm up and get yourself one before they get more expensive!!!If for some reason you don’t wanna receive emails from us anymore just reply this and write “unsubscribe” into subject.Hope I did not make to many mistakes in the writing part ….still shakin’.

Cheers!
–Svenmeister
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BIKERNET HALLOWEEN ADVICE–Some people are just never happy with what they have or what they get!A bald man with a wooden leg is invited to a Halloween party. He doesn’t know what costumeto wear to hide his head and his leg, so he writes to a costume company to explain his problem.

A few days later, he received a parcel with the following note:

Dear Sir,Please find enclosed a pirate’s outfit. The spotted handkerchief Will cover your bald headand, with your wooden leg, you will be just right as a pirate.

Very truly yours,
Acme Costume Co.

The man thinks this is terrible because they have emphasized his wooden leg and so he writes a letter of complaint.

A week goes by and he receives another parcel and a note, which says:

Dear Sir,Please find enclosed a monk’s habit. The long robe will cover your Wooden leg and, with your bald head, you willreally look the part.

Very truly yours,

Acme Costume Co.

Now the man is really upset since they have gone from emphasizing his wooden leg to emphasizing his bald head so againhe writes the company another nasty letter of complaint.

The next day he gets a small parcel and a note, which reads:

Dear Sir,

Please find enclosed a bottle of molasses and a bag of crushed nuts. Pour the molasses over your bald head,pat on crushed nuts, stick your wooden leg up your ass and go as a caramel apple.

Very truly yours,
Acme Costume Co

BIKERNET PHOTO ART EXHIBIT OF THE WEEK–You wake up one day, everything becomes very clear and you realize – you gotta kick it!

Live it up,
–Whiplash Biker Photog
whiplash@photo.net

SHERIFF JOE IS AT IT AGAIN–Maricopa County was spending approx. $18 million dollars a year on stray animals, like cats and dogs. Sheriff Joe offered to take the department over, and the County Supervisors said okay. The animal shelters are now all staffed and operated by prisoners. They feed and care for the strays.

Every animal in his care is taken out and walked twice daily. He now has prisoners who are experts in animal nutrition and behavior. They give great classes for anyone who’d like to adopt an animal. He has literally taken stray dogs off the street, given them to the care of prisoners, and had them place in dog shows.

The best part? His budget for the entire department is now under $3 million Teresa and I adopted a Weimaraner from a Maricopa County shelter two years ago. He was neutered, and current on all shots, in great health, and even had a microchip inserted the day we got him. Cost us $78.

The prisoners get the benefit of about $0.28 an hour for working, but most would work for free, just to be out of their cells for the day. Most of his budget is for utilities, building maintenance, etc. He pays the prisoners out of the fees collected for adopted animals.

I have long wondered when the rest of the country would take a look at the way he runs the jail system, and copy some of his ideas. He has a huge farm, donated to the county years ago, where inmates can work, and they grow most of their own fresh vegetables and food, doing all the work and harvesting by hand. He has a pretty good sized hog farm, which provides meat, and fertilizer. It fertilizes the Christmas tree nursery, where prisoners work, and you can buy a living Christmas tree for $6 – $8 for the Holidays, and plant it later. We have six trees in our yard from the Prison. Yup, he was reelected last year with 83% of the vote.

Now he’s in trouble with the ACLU again. He painted all his buses and vehicles with a mural, that has a special hotline phone number painted on it, where you can call and report suspected illegal aliens. Immigrations and Customs Enforcement wasn’t doing enough in his eyes, so he had 40 deputies trained specifically for enforcing immigration laws, started up his hotline, and bought 4 new buses just for hauling folks back to the border.

He’s kind of a “Git-R Dun” kind of Sheriff.

DOUG KEIM CREATIVE CYCLES TEAMED WITH RAACE FOUNDATION IN FOREST HILLS, MD–Doug Keim Creative Cycles, Inc. has teamed up with the RAACE foundation in Forest Hills, Maryland to educate the public about child sexual abuse. PLEASE visit the foundations website for more information and help us do a small part to bring this issue to the forefront. It is not a popular subject to talk about and the RAACE foundation is doing their part to make it easier for those affected by it to get help. We challenge you all to make a difference in a child’s life!

I have included the logo, the press release and the flier for the event in 2008 (PLEASE review the attachments found above). If you have a way to get this out to the public and increase awareness about the event please do so. Many of you receiving this e-mail have a great deal of pull in your respective industries and if you could use that to help further our cause we would greatly appreciate it!

Please feel free to contact me for more information about what you can do to help.www.raace.org

–Liz O’Brien
In Control Media, LLC
Phone 954-235-2615
Fax 732-903-6184

MOTO-ST GST DAYTONA REPORT–Daytona Beach, FL — James Gang/Hoban Brothers Racing riders Paul James, Jeff Johnson and Walt Sipp finished third in class and twelfth overall at the MOTO-ST 8 Hours at Daytona season finale. It was the #70 Buell team’s fourth Grand Sport Twins (GST) podium finish in the deepest, and most competitive field of the season.

James Gang/Hoban Brothers Racing ended the season third in MOTO-ST GST championship points with one win, one second place and two third place finishes. The team never finished outside the top five.

“Daytona’s Victory Lane is a sweet place to end the MOTO-ST season,” said team owner Paul James. “After finishing on the box in all three MOTO-ST events held so far at Daytona, we’ve come to expect nothing less.”

“It was a great weekend for our team,” said Hoban Brothers’ John Dahmer. “Our riders clicked off consistent lap times, our pit stops were solid and our 2008 Buell Thunderstorm engine worked flawlessly. It was a total team effort.”

The team’s Buell Firebolt XB12R completed 216 laps of the 3.5 mile Daytona International Speedway road course during the 8 hour event and passed the post race dyno test with the same horsepower as measured before the start of practice the day before.

In the Championship Cup Series races held at Daytona during the same weekend, team rider Jeff Johnson won the CCS Lightweight Formula 40 National Championship race aboard his Hoban Brothers Racing Buell. James took third in CCS Lightweight SuperSport, fourth in GT Lights and fifth in SuperTwins aboard his Buell.

“The Buell XB12R has been a good endurance racing platform for us,” said Crew Chief Mike Kirkpatrick. “We kept the bike mostly stock and had strong, consistent results. We’re already looking forward to next season.”

For a complete race season recap go to: http://jamesgangracing.blogstream.com

–John E. Dahmer
Hoban’s Cycle/Hoban Brothers Racing
P – (920) 726-4990
F – (920) 726-4991
www.hobanbrothers.com
www.darkhorsecrankworks

SCOTT JACOBS SAN DIEGO HOME ALMOST BURNT–Saw Scott Jacobs on the news last nite–theHarley Davidson painter– good news for him: most of the housesaround his place burned down, but his house and all the art wasuntouched!

–Markus Cuff

VANCE & HINES PRO PIPE FROM METRIC THUNDER–Metric Thunder has the Vance & Hines Pro Pipe available for guys and gals that want some real performance from their Harley Softail. 2-into-1 exhaust systems provide the absolute greatest power increase. Metric Thunder sez you could see as much as 10HP with fuel injection tuner and a high-flow air cleaner.The Pro Pipe is 100% blue proof. From its 2-1/8″ header and collector heat shields, to its new full coverage megaphone heat shield, Pro Pipe BP carries on the heritage of track proven performance, now with a blue proof chrome finish. Includes mounts for factory O2 Sensors.Checkout Metric Thunder’s V&H Pro Pipes here and all of their V-Twin pipes? always on a discount and normally available within a day of shipping.

THE IRISHMAN AND THE MORMON–The Mormon was seated next to an Irishman on a flight from London. After the plane was airborne, drink orders were taken. The Irishman asked for a wiskey, which was promptly brought and placed before him.

The flight attendant then asked the Mormon if he would like a drink. He replied in disgust, ‘I’d rather be savagely raped by a dozen whores than let liquor touch my lips.’

The Irishman then handed his drink back to the attendant and said, ‘Me, too, I didn’t know we had a choice.’

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LE PERA’S NEW EMBOSSED LEATHER SEATS–LePera is now offering virtually any of their unique seat designs covered with Italian Embossed Premium grade Leather. The embossed leather is available in several patterns. Shown here is the LePera King Cobra featuring the Dakota pattern with distressed leather sides.

As shown the seat retails for just $550.00 with solo models starting at $340.00. For complete pricing, style, design and application details call 818-767-5110 or catch a closer look on line at www.lepera.com

THANKS TO THE MOUNTAIN STATE–ABATE of WV recently made a trip to DC to lobby their members of the Houseand Senate. The Capitol Hill newbies (it was the first time lobbying DCfor the group) put together a first-rate trip and had appointments withevery member of the WV delegation.

The three-person lobby team allowed theMRF to join them in all of their meetings. It was a successful day to saythe least. The high point was meeting with the senior senator from WV,Robert Byrd. Senator Byrd has the distinction of being one of the longestserving Senators in history. He is currently the President Pro Tempore ofthe Senate, which puts him third in line to the Presidency shouldsomething happen to the VP and the Speaker of the House. Senator Byrdwelcomed us into his palatial office suite in the Capitol, got up from hislunch of a cheese sandwich and a pickle (this guy is as humble as theycome) and chatted about motorcycles for more than a few minutes.

SenatorByrd has served West Virginia for over 50 years and has done the mountainstate proud. Say what you will about his politics, but he has created alegacy that will stand for decades to come. Keep up the good work Senatorand let the MRF know when you are ready for that motorcycle ride.

MOTORCYCLE VEHICLE MILES TRAVELED–Last week the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) held a unique event,the Motorcycle Travel Symposium, a three-day meeting aimed at improvingthe data used to calculate motorcycle vehicle miles traveled (VMT).

VMT numbers are used to calculate a number of transportation data points.Most noteworthy is the Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS) used byNHTSA to determine the percentage of fatality rates per miles traveled byany given mode of transportation.

Good data is important here because ifthe number of actual miles traveled is not accurate, then it makes thatparticular form of transportation appear deadlier than it really may be.You can listen to a detailed presentation on how motorcycle VMT numbersaffect FARS data by visiting the archives of the MRF’s 2005 Meeting of theMinds at http://www.inbradio.com/media/archives/mrf/motm2005.html.

Up until now it has been optional for states to report any VMT formotorcycles, but that has changed. Starting in June 2008, motorcycle datais no longer optional for states to report to the feds. Remember hearingthat no motorcycles travel in South Dakota?

The MRF and SMROs havequestioned the inaccuracy of motorcycle VMT numbers for several years, andthe feds have finally put a stop to that nonsense. You can read moreabout the MRF’s research into motorcycle VMT numbers on the MRF’s websiteathttp://www.mrf.org/articles/2005/05NR2105nr21nomotorcyclestravelinsouthdakota.htm.

So why did the FHWA need to have a three-day meeting to address thisissue? What is the real problem with collecting accurate VMT numbers formotorcycles? Apparently everything. Let’s start with the technologicalissues. The actual technology used to collect data was designed for carsand trucks, not motorcycles. The small signature of motorcycles isdifficult to capture using the tube or hose capture methods. Often timesthe tubes are only stretched across half a lane giving ample room for themotorcycle to simply go around the foreign object in the road.

Some of thenewer laser technology may be promising, but it’s expensive and easilythrown off calibration by weeds, snow or curious animals. Some of thevideo collection technology shows some promise, but it too is expensiveand difficult to maintain. With dwindling money at state DOTs, newpurchases of pricey video cameras and lasers just is not a widespreadoption.

Then there’s the human factor. It is common knowledge that a large numberof motorcyclists spend more time on the road from Friday to Sunday. Thisintuition is backed up by the National Household Transportation Survey, aphone study conducted by the feds that surveys 20,000 plus households ontheir respective travel habits. Questions include what type of vehiclesyou own, when and where are you using those vehicles, how many licenseddrivers are under your roof, and so on. This study reported that almost 40percent of all motorcycle travel occurs on the weekends. That becomes aproblem because most of the state employees hired to physically collectthe data only work Monday through Thursday, so any weekend travel goesunmonitored. Seasons also skew the data, for most northern states see veryfew motorcycles during winter months and the state DOTs don’t adjust forthat.

Another major problem is where the VMT data is collected. Most of thestates collect data on roads that see the most use by cars and trucks.Think of major interstates, multilane highways and other heavily traveledroads, bridges and tunnels. Now think of where most motorcycle ridesoccur, on back roads, scenic byways and other out-of-the-way streets. Mostmotorcyclists purposefully avoid the heavy congestion of an urbanenvironment in favor of lesser-traveled roads with less heavy trucktraffic. The statistic commonly used by the states is that they surveyjust 23% of the roads and leave the other 77% that are generally theresponsibility of smaller entities such as townships and villages alone.That’s a major discrepancy and a fatal flaw of the VMT data formotorcycles.

It’s refreshing, to say the least, that the federal government is finallytaking a good hard look at the validity of the motorcycle VMT data. Nowthe hard part, committing precious resources toward improving the datacollection. Simply mandating that the data be reported next year will notautomatically ensure accurate numbers, and some argue just the opposite.Now that the states have to do more with the same amount of resources, itmay have the effect of fictitious numbers reported just to comply withanother federal directive.

Much work remains, but this is without question a tremendous step forward, and the MRF will continue tomonitor and report any progress.

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BIKERS PROTEST, PUERTO RICO SUSPENDS CONTROVERSIAL NEW LAW–A day after being implemented, the toughest motorcycle law in the country was suspended by Puerto Rico’s legislature after bikers protested the onerous new rules.

Among the requirements; riders on the sun-soaked tropical island must wear gloves, boots and long pants. In addition to the required riding gear, the law would also force operators of all two-wheeled motor vehicles, including mopeds and scooters, to wear reflective vests from 6 p.m. – 6 a.m.

The U.S. Territory already has a helmet law. The new law also slashes the legal Blood Alcohol Content (BAC) for motorcycle riders to .02, the same as for school bus and commercial truck drivers, down from .08 allowed for car drivers. No one under 18 is allowed to operate a motorcycle, and no one under 12 is allowed to ride as a passenger. The Caribbean island also enacted a tougher licensing process and increased fees for motorcycle endorsements and registrations. Lane-sharing to filter through heavy traffic is now specifically prohibited.

Motorcycle and scooter registrations in Puerto Rico have more than doubled since 2000, and sponsors of the measure say the tougher regulations are in response to increasing numbers of accidents and fatalities.

Governor Anibal Acevedo Vila signed the bill into law on Wednesday, October 10, amid the roar of hundreds of bikers revving by his San Juan residence in protest, and on Thursday the legislature moved to temporarily suspend the new law. The Senate unanimously backed a moratorium on the law until Feb. 18, and the House approved plans to delay its implementation for at least three months, as legislators told the Associated Press they need more time to consult scooter and motorcycle enthusiasts who object to the stricter rules.

NEW BIKE FROM FRANCE–This was sent to me by a friend in France . Try this one on the salt flats.

–Donna

HBO ANNOUNCES BIKER TV–The pay cable network giant is working with bikers to beef up its lineup. HBO, which is building a new stable of drama series following the departure of heavyweights “The Sopranos” and “Six Feet Under,” has greenlighted a project from Oscar-nominated writer Michael Tolkin. Tolkin’s “1%,” which hails from Management 360’s TV division, is set in the world of biker clubs.

“A 1% tattoo has been considered a badge of honor for biker club members symbolizing life on the fringe of American society,” reported the Washington Times. “It refers to a statement put out 50 years ago by the American Motorcycle Assn. that said clubs don’t represent the legitimate motorcycle community but the 1% who are a threat to the American way of life.”

Tolkin penned “1%” and is exec producing the pilot with Management 360’s Alex Hertzberg and Guymon Casady.

AMD’S BUILDERS BOOK SECOND EDITION–AMD set to publish 2nd edition Builder Book FOLLOWING the hugely positive reaction to AMD’s first Builder Book edition two years ago, a 2008 second edition is now entering final production phase.

Massively updated and listing over 1,100 custom v-twin market motorcycle manufacturers, ‘Builders’, constructors and assemblers, publication is slated for December, perfectly timed for maximum advertising benefit and impact as the market heads towards the peak of its cash cycle.

Distribution will be to all AMD`readers worldwide, over 9,200 of which are in the United States.

Delivering year long exposure through reference value and repeat page traffic, the AMD Builder Book delivers access to massive industry buying power.Ad art due and final bookings … November 14th

Publication … December
Exposure … throughout 2008

–Robbie Patterson
AMD ‘e-Club’ Supervisor
robbie@dealer-world.com

J&P CYCLE S GRAND OPENING IN ORMOND BEACH, FLORIDA– J&P Cycles held the Grand Opening of their new Super Store located at Destination Daytona on October 17th 2007 located at the junction of I-95 and US 1 in Ormond Beach Florida.

The 36,000 square foot store actually opened Monday June 11th 2007. It includes a 15,000 square foot showroom stocked with a large selection of motorcycle parts and accessories. The facility also has a 11,000 square foot second floor.

“Being part of Destination Daytona is a great opportunity for J&P Cycles, said John Parham” There is nothing in the world like Bruce’s motorcycle complex and we are thrilled to be part of it. We are very excited about our new store and hope all of our customers love it as much as we do.

J&P Cycles is the world’s largest catalogue retailer of aftermarket parts and accessories for Harley Davidson, V-Twin Cruisers and Sportbike motorcycles.

Customers can order toll-free in the US and Canada at 1-800-397-4844 or on line at www.JPCYCLES.COM.

–RogueMotorcycle Hall Of Fame Member 2005

AMSOIL SYNTHETIC MOTORCYCL OIL NOW AVAILABLE FROM ACCURATE ENGINEERING–After seeing for himself how well the Amsoil Synthetic 20W-50 Motorcycle Oil performed in the Salt Shaker and Assalt Weapan engines at Bonneville the past two years Berry Wardlaw wanted his customers to be able to get Amsoil, the best motorcycle oil and filtration products on the market today, from Accurate Engineering. Berry knows the value of using only the best materials and components in his Signature Series Engines which made his decision to add Amsoil to his product line an easy one. During the 2007 BUBS Motorcycle Speed Trials at Bonneville Berry saw that Amsoil Synthetic 20W-50 Motorcycle Oil performed flawlessly in reducing friction and protecting the Accurate Engineering Outlaw 120 Panhead Engine while helping Valerie Thompson and 5 Ball Racing to set yet another land speed record.

Accurate Engineering has chosen, Nick’s Performance Accessories, an independent Amsoil dealer in Louisville, Kentucky to be their Amsoil supplier. Nick’s Performance Accessiries has been involved in many facets of motorcycle and automobile racing for the past six years. Nick’s Performance Accessories has sponsored several record setting race teams including Bikernet.com’s own 5 Ball Racing as well as their arch rivals the notorious Chop-N-Grind Racing Team from Yucca Valley, California. All these race teams have been very satisfied with the performance and quality of all the Amsoil products they have used. The fact that they have never had a component fail, due to lubrication, while using Amsoil premium synthetic lubricants, is simply further proof of the unsurpassed quality of Amsoil.

Berry Wardlaw recognizes the extensive experience of AMSOIL, “The First in Synthetics” to do the best job protecting his motorcycle engines. AMSOIL Synthetic 20W-50 Motorcycle Oil (MCV) is a premium oil designed for those who demand the absolute best lubrication for their motorcycles. AMSOIL MCV is the result of extensive research, and is specially formulated to excel in all areas unique to motorcycles, including the high temperatures of air-cooled engines such as Harley Davidson? V-Twins, wet clutch lubrication and the extreme pressure regions of gears and chains. Amsoil Synthetic Motorcycle Oil also provides an unequalled rust and corrosion protection that is sometimes necessary due to the short trips and storage that many motorcycles experience.

QUIG MEMORIAL PATCH–Richard Quigley was an American Icon. A biker and a hero. A living legend until his death on September 15, 2007.

What his group of guys accomplished in the California court system will have positive effects in every state. Bikers who know about us love what we do, and they love Quigley.

Orders are being taken for the official Richard Quigley Memorial Patch, and all the proceeds go to complete the court challenge to the helmet law. The successful removal of the helmet law in the California courts will have repercussions nationwide.

Support the legal battle and proudly display your Quig Memorial Patch by going to:www.boltofca.com to buy your patch.

We need your help in this way, and your action here will end up being a help to yourself in your state.

–Mark Temple
BOLT of California
www.boltofca.com

HARLEY-DAVIDSON AND BUELL PARTICIPATE IN FEMMOTO 2007 DEMO RIDES– MILWAUKEE (October 18, 2007) – For the first time, Harley-Davidson joined Buell Motorcycle Company as a sponsor of Femmoto 2007, held at the Las Vegas Motor Speedway October 5-7, 2007. The event featured record attendance of 563 participants and provided women the chance to experience the corners on the track aboard a Buell motorcycle as well as enjoy the open road on a Harley-Davidson motorcycle.

“It was exciting for the Company to be part of Femmoto again this year and watch women really enjoy the track experience with the Buell demos and the street experience with the Harley demos,” said Karen Davidson. “There was a great deal of enthusiasm for the Harley demos from the women who were devoted sport bike riders, many of whom had never ridden cruisers let alone a Harley. Their smiles said it all.”

Harley-Davidson and Buell’s hospitality tent provided women the chance to view the new 2008 Harley-Davidson Softail Rocker C as well as the new Buell 1125R, learn about Harley-Davidson’s Rider’s Edge and Rentals programs, try on MotorClothes and sit back and relax with motorcycling videos, magazines and free ice cream. Both Harley-Davidson and Buell demo riders received a free t-shirt and the chance to sign up to win raffle prizes given away each day.

The Femmoto banquet held Saturday included a Fashion Show and unique Moto-Mate contest, similar in format to the Newlywed Game, but featuring motorcycle-related questions. Four couples competed and had the crowd laughing at some of the answers. The winning couple received a gift certificate for Harley-Davidson MotorClothes.

Femmoto, which began in 2001 as a women-only track day event, has evolved into a track and street demo event focused on women, while allowing men the chance to take street demos along side their women. In 2006, 330 women participated in Femmoto. This year, with the inclusion of men taking street demos as well as Friday’s track day where men and women could ride their personal motorcycles on the track, total attendance increased to 563 participants. Femmoto raises money for The Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation “Race For The Cure”. This year, $13,188 was raised through Femmoto memberships, donations and auction events held over the weekend.

THE FATBOY SEARCH–I am looking for a fat boy 2005 with the numbered paint, was similar to the heritage like in the pics.Have you seen one like it?

–Penny Bowhall
Rockin Double B Services
PO Box 363
Thompson’s Station, TN 37179
Cell 615-400-0121 or Text Me
PennyCan@bellsouth.net
www.SouthernHorseProperty.com

EXCITING ADDITIONS TO 2008 STURGIS RALLY VISITOR INTERACTIVE CD–STURGIS, S.D. – The Sturgis Rally Department is currently compiling information for its much anticipated 2008 Sturgis Rally Visitor Information CD, scheduled for release in December of 2007, just in time to satisfy the requests of riders who are eager to firm up their travel plans.

The digital fulfillment piece is aimed at prospective visitors to the 2008 Sturgis Motorcycle Rally who have specifically requested the information from the Rally office, as well as distributed at Daytona Bike Week and the Cincinnati V-Twin Show, the largest annual industry event in the country. The 2008 CD will provide internet links to community/chamber of commerce pages, accommodations, restaurants, Rally exhibitors, attractions and souvenir shopping, as well as information on scenic rides and Rally events.

New this year is a complete listing (business name and telephone) of every 2007 city vendor and a listing of year-round business (business name and telephone) in the City of Sturgis. “We wanted to include our year-round businesses in the CD so that visitors could utilize a business or service should they find the need for one in their trip plan or during their stay,” explained Director Pepper Massey, “and our vendors are listed this year so that visitors can find that special item they are looking for or contact a vendor that they did business with in 2007.”

Also new in 2008 is a 12-minute video clip of the events and street vibe that made the 2007 Sturgis Motorcycle Rally one of the most exciting and entertaining motorcycle gatherings in its 67 year history. “Our goal is simple yet ambitious,” Massey continued, “to allow our visitors to experience the sights and sounds of Sturgis and have immediate access to information and resources in Sturgis and throughout the Black Hills.”

If you are interested in promoting your business, attraction, campground/hotel or community in this highly sought after informational piece email pepper@sturgismotorcyclerally.com or call the Rally office 605.720.0800.

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Hey,

Damn it’s Friday and we take half days off on Friday, but we didn’t finish the news on Thursday, since most of the day was spent on a plane, although I did grapple with a laptop.

We’ll jump right into the news, so I can figure out the rest of the mess on my desk. We’re scrambling with projects, features, books and event coverage. Hang on.

Sorry we’re late with this week’s news. It’ll never happen again-yeah right!

JIMS BIKERNET TOOL OF THE WEEK–(Cleveblock) Bushing Assembly Rear Swing Arm Assembly ToolUse to remove and replace swing arm cleveblocks.

Cleveblocks, partNo.47556-81, are silicone filled bushings that will be damaged if notinstalled properly. JIMS tool presses on the outer sleeve of the bushing,preventing damage to the cleveblock. Can be used with or without a press.

No.1743 – Use on FLT 1980-91. Use on FXR 1982-94, 1999 and all aftermarketFXR style frames.

AMERICAN IRON NUMBER ONE–Not only are we the #1 selling motorcycle magazine on newsstands, still,,,, we are now gearing up for Daytona, and just got the bike for the giveaway bike build-off. Our March “Trade Show Issue” is the next one closing.

Do you guys need a schedule?

–John Smolinski
American Iron Magazine
American Iron Retailer
RoadBike Magazine
203-425-8777 x121
203-325-2254 fax
johns@tamcommunications.com

“RoadBike, the number one “all metric” motorcycle magazine!”

“To build a foundation you use iron, nothing is as strong as American Iron.”

ARIZONA TOWN NOT SO CARE FREE ABOUT NOISE–Carefree, Arizona has been on the bikers’ radar screen for their controversial noise ordinance, but now the Town Council has voted unanimously to lower speed limits on its main thoroughfare, and elevate noise infractions for first-time offenders from a civil citation to a Class 1 misdemeanor and possible jail time.

The changes take effect in November and targets motorcycles that exceed an 85-decibel noise limit. Instead of a $175 ticket, violators can be fined as much as $2,500 and sentenced to up to 180 days in jail.

In addition to beefing up punishment to crack down on noisy bikes, the council also voted to reduce the speed limit on Cave Creek Road, the gateway between Phoenix and bars in downtown Cave Creek, from 35mph down to 25mph.

STROKERS DALLAS FOR HALLOWEEN–FREE GIFT for everyone that comes in costume!(excluding “Biker” costumes) Live Music, Hot Girls, Vendors, and Drink Specials ALL WEEKEND!!Plus, FREE candy and temporary tattoos for the kids!

Don’t miss the great deals on all New 2006 & 2007 Motorcycles, as well as 10% off all “skull” merchandise. C-Ya there, if you dare!

THE INDIAN LARRY AUSTRALIAN BUILD– Welcome home! Hope you both had a fantastic time. Here’s a sneak preview of the Pan, Shaun’s doing a fantastic job and says he’s lovin every minute of it. Gets his creative juices going. I’ve been going up to the shop every day just to get some shots, toss ideas around and hold this or that, other than that it’s is an absolute blast watching it come together.

–Glenn

PJ TO COVER EASYRIDERS SHOW FOR BIKERNET– I’ll come up with a human interest angle or some other alternative point-of-view and submit a 1,000 word article for your approval within 10 working days of the extravaganza’s end date.

Also, Did you pick up a copy of this month’s Thunder Press? I have one if you need it. Again; Congratulations on the “Assalt Weapan”! Give ’em hell next year!!!

–PJ

BIKERNET OLD SHOT OF THE WEEK–Being an old time Lineman and a Biker myself. I got a kick out of thispic I found on a Lineman’s web site. If you look real close you’ll see thatthree of the fellows have their climbing gear on. The wagon was the linetruck of the day and the H-D was probably used to run material etc. fromtheir barn to the job site. Don’t know what year.

–Liger
sligerj@firstenergycorp.com

LOVE RIDE AND CALIFORNIA BIKE WEEK JUST AROUND THE CORNER–20,000 motorcycle riders will join the world’s largest one-day motorcycle charity event, the Love Ride, and head out on a new route with a new destination to cap the events of the California Bike Week on November 11. The 24th annual Love Ride will leave Harley-Davidson of Glendale and end up in Fairplex in Pomona instead of the usual destination of Castaic. Jay Leno will again act as Grand Marshall and Rock ‘N Roll Hall of Fame singer/songwriter Gregg Allman will headline the entertainment after the ride.

California Bike Week will include various motorcycle events for enthusiasts including drag and flat track racing, trade show, stunt riding, and musical entertainment. Harley-Davidson will be offering demo rides aboard the new 2008 H-D and Buell motorcycles, so bring a valid motorcycle license and riding gear to saddle up on the new models. The Harley-Davidson Traveling Museum will be on site to allow visitors to take a peak into the Company’s legendary history and Harley Owners Group (H.O.G.) will be available for H.O.G. members. Harley-Davidson’s interactive display, Acceleration Nation, will offer race fans a simulated drag racing experience aboard Harley-Davidson V-Rod motorcycles as well as a photo opportunity on NHRA racer Andrew Hines’ race bike.

The Love Ride began 24 years ago as a way to raise money for Muscular Dystrophy and local children’s charities, and has raised more than $20 million over the years. The Love Ride’s founder and owner, Harley-Davidson of Glendale, Oliver Shokouh, was inducted into the Motorcycle Hall of Fame this past August.

PAUGHCO SWINGARM FRAME FOR ROAD KINGS– As the world’s oldest and largest custom and reproduction frame manufacturer it’s no surprise when Paughco announces the release of something special. Take for example their new SWINGARM FRAME for ROAD KINGS.

That’s right, what you see here is a unique chassis that is a perfect replacement for stock 1998 and up FLT frames. The Paughco FLT chassis comes with 28? rake and accepts Twin Cam 88 and Evolution engines with matching touring model transmissions. It is also designed to accept all the stock factory sheet metal, fork assembly, rear suspension and other hardware. Pricing for the Paughco FLT frames is set at just $1995.95.

For complete details call 775-246-5738 or visit them on the Web at www.paughco.com

THE ULTIMATE QUESTION, WATER OR COKE?–Through extensive Bikernet Research at the University of Bikernet Downunder Lab, in Sidney, Australia, here are our findings, beginning with water:

#1. 75% of Americans are chronically dehydrated. (Likely applies to half the world population.)
#2. In 37% of Americans, the thirst mechanism is so weak that it is mistaken for hunger.
#3. Even MILD dehydration will slow down one’s metabolism as 3%.
#4. One glass of water will shut down midnight hunger pangs for almost 100% of the dieters studied in a University of Washington study.
#5. Lack of water, the #1 trigger of daytime fatigue.
#6. Preliminary research indicates that 8-10 glasses of water a day could significantly ease back and joint pain for up to 80% of sufferers.
#7. A mere 2% drop in body water can trigger fuzzy short-term memory, trouble with basic math, and difficulty focusing on the computer screen or on a printed page.
#8. Drinking 5 glasses of water daily decreases the risk of colon cancer by 45%, plus it can slash the risk of breast cancer by 79%., and one is 50% less likely to develop bladder cancer. Are you drinking the amount of water you should drink every day?

COKE

#1. In many states the highway patrol carries two gallons of Coke in the trunk to remove blood from the highway after a car accident.
#2. You can put a T-bone steak in a bowl of Coke and it will be gone in two days.
#3. To clean a toilet: Pour a can of Coca-Cola into the toilet bowl and let the “real thing” sit for one hour, then flush clean. The citric acid in Coke removes stains from vitreous china.
#4. To remove rust spots from chrome car bumpers: Rub the bumper with a rumpled-up piece of Reynolds Wrap aluminium foil dipped in Coca-Cola.
#5. To clean corrosion from car battery terminals: Pour a can of Coca-Cola over the terminals to bubble away the corrosion.
#6. To loosen a rusted bolt: Apply a cloth soaked in Coca-Cola to the rusted bolt for several minutes.
#7. To bake a moist ham: Empty a can of Coca-Cola into the baking pan, wrap the ham in aluminum foil, and bake. Thirty minutes before ham is finished, remove the foil, allowing the drippings to mix with the Coke for a sumptuous brown gravy.
#8. To remove grease from clothes: Empty a can of Coke into the load of greasy clothes, add detergent, and run through a regular cycle. The Coca-Cola will help loosen grease stains. It will also clean road haze from your windshield.

FOR YOUR INFORMATION:

#1. The active ingredient in Coke is phosphoric acid. It will dissolve a nail in about four days. Phosphoric acid also leaches calcium from bones and is a major contributor to the rising increase of osteoporosis.
#2. To carry Coca-Cola syrup! (the concentrate) the commercial trucks must use a hazardous Material place cards reserved for highly corrosive materials.
#3. The distributors of Coke have been using it to clean engines of the trucks for about 20 years!

Now the question is, would you like a glass of water? or Coke?

–from RR

CONGRESS FORMS MOTORCYCLE CAUCUS–The U.S. House of Representatives has formed a motorcycle safety caucus, and riders are urged to contact their motorcycle-friendly Reps and ask them to join. A caucus is a group within a legislative body that is assembled to represent a specific interest or influence a particular area of policy. The motorcycle caucus will focus on ways that Congress can improve and advance motorcycle safety efforts.

To become part of this first-ever motorcycle safety caucus, interested House members should contact either caucus co-chairs, Gabrielle Giffords (D-AZ) or Michael Burgess (R-TX).

Giffords, a freshman member of Congress and an avid motorcycle rider herself, said “We know from national studies that in almost two-thirds of fatal car/motorcycle crashes, the fault was with the driver of the car. We can do more to address this critical problem, and public education is a key to bringing about awareness and a reduction in such accidents.”

Burgess is a long time supporter of motorcycling who said he is looking forward to working with motorcyclists across the country on motorcycle safety, education and awareness issues.

MOTORCYCLES TO REMAIN LESS THAN 100 HP IN FRANCE–Bad news for French motorcycle riders. The almighty and powerful European Commission has ruled that France is in its legal rights to limit motorcycle power to 100 horsepower.

The French Association of Angry Bikers (FFMC — Federation Francaise des Motards en Colere) sued the French state and took them to the European courts.

Apparently, having uniform laws in Europe only apply to anything except motorcycles, said the FFMC about the ruling. The EC stated that each country could impose their own restrictions.

The FFMC countered that an extensive study by Dutch TNO showed no correlation between accidents and motorcycles with more power than 100 H.P.

So riding in France on a French-registered motorcycle means you can only have 100 H.P., while anyone else riding in France can ride whatever they want, on the same road, with the same traffic, and cars are not included in the restriction.

The FFMC vows that they are not going to let this go?stay tuned!

BMF WHEELS, INC. LAUNCHES INTO THE TRUCK MARKET–Orange, CA – Brock Weld and Blake Ramthun have started a new wheel company called BMF Wheels featuring an innovative fusion of forged wheel styling with cast wheel technology.

BMF Wheels has created a truly unique and performance-driven line of wheels for the off-road and lifted truck enthusiast. All BMF wheels feature aggressive and bold designs with chrome and “death metal” black finishes. Every BMF wheel is manufactured using a proprietary multi-axis CNC machining process. These ground-breaking innovations produce a true three-dimensional look that is second to none. All BMF wheels are engineered to exploit the longest and straightest rim lip possible, and are all TPMS sensor compatible to meet OE specifications.

BMF Wheel fitments are specifically designed for the new Toyota Tundra, Jeep JK in addition to Nissan Titan, half-ton Chevy, GMC and Cadillac trucks & SUV’s, half-ton Ford & Lincoln trucks & SUV’s and all three-quarter and one-ton applications, plus many other applications. BMF’s fitments are absolutely perfect for an aggressive fit on lifted and leveled trucks using all-terrain and mud-terrain tires. There are four styles to choose from in 20, 22 and 24 inch diameters.

BMF Wheels is committed to its customers. It will strive to provide customers the very best product combined with unmatched customer service. Every sale is important to the BMF team, and that is why Weld and Ramthun personally answer their customer’s phone calls every day.

Brock Weld, formerly of Weld Racing Wheels, has many years experience manufacturing and selling high-performance wheels. Weld Racing Wheels was sold to American Racing/Platinum Equity in 2006. After the sale, Weld left to build his own wheel company with his business partner Blake Ramthun. “I knew that I had no desire to work for anyone except myself,” said Weld. “I want to focus on the products and customers I know best; the lifted truck market is what BMF is all about.”

Blake Ramthun, formerly of Weld Racing Wheels and Pacific Wheel Distributors, has worked in the automotive aftermarket for over 15 years and has worked with Brock Weld for the past seven. “At a time when the wheel industry is overloaded with old designs and poor customer service we know BMF can bring products no one has ever seen before and customer service that is second to none,” said Ramthun.

BMF Wheels will be releasing more information on designs and fitments in both print and on its Web site soon. For further information, please visit www.bmfwheels.com or call (888) 313-2580.

BMF Wheels, Inc.
1401 N Batavia Street
Suite 107
Orange, CA 92867
(888) 313-2580 Sales
(714) 639-0116 Office
(714) 639-0829 Fax
mail@bmfwheels.com
www.bmfwheels.com

NEW SIGNATURE SERIES TOURING SEAT WITH RIDER BACKREST–MILWAUKEE (Sept. 28, 2007) – The new Signature Series Seat with Rider Backrest (P/N 51985-08 and P/N 51998-08, $499.95) from Harley-Davidson Genuine Motor Accessories offers the perfect combination of foam density and shape for long-haul touring comfort. On the road, both rider and passenger will appreciate the wide seating area. Around town, the narrow nose keeps the rider’s legs closer together at stops.

The seat features a removable rider backrest that folds down for easier passenger mounting. The backrest has a five-position height adjustment with 1.5-inch range. The forward/back angle adjustment is made with the quick twist of the control knob. An embossed Bar & Shield logo completes the smooth seating surface. The Signature Series Seat with Rider Backrest is available in two versions to fit a number of Softail models. See dealer for fitment details.

For additional information on Harley-Davidson Genuine Motor Accessories, see your local Harley-Davidson dealer or visit the Harley-Davidson Web site at www.harley-davidson.com. To find a dealer near you, call toll free 1-800-443-2153 in the U.S.A. or Canada.

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BIKERNET.COM CORRESPONDENT ALSO NATIONAL CHAMPION–I could have swore I saw Val and the Assalt Weapon on “SuperBikes” (Speed Chnl) the other night. They did a show from Bub trials. From the video the weather looked rough!!

On another note, wish me luck. I’m running for 2 National Titles on Thursday 10/11, Road Atlanta, WERA Grand National Finals. I’m current #1 in 500GP, with 5 wins, I’ve gotta start and fnish to clinch the National #1 plate. In 350GP, I’m current # 2, but the # 1 would have to break for me to take that one. He’s a good friend, on a fast Ducati, and he ain’t gonna let that happen. I’ll cover it for Bikernet.

Yep, I’m a National Champion?.in the AMA affiliatted WERA National Vintage series?.# 1 buddy! Creeping up on 50 yrs old, 2nd year of racing, maybe I should have done this sooner!!!

–Charles Young

We always look forward to your report and success on the track. We know, first hand, how difficult it is to race and report at the same time. All the best.–Bandit

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FIRST ANNUAL JESSICA’S JAM, November 23rd, 24th, 25th–Scooter Haven 19350 se. Butler Rd. Inglis, Fl 34449Proceeds go to the Jessica Marie Lunsford Foundation to support Jessie?s Place a children’s advocacy center.

This is a Family friendly event, Camping, Daily 50/50, Raffles, Auctions. Food, vendors and more.

$5.00 for all 3 days of entertainment and support for this Great Cause.Tentative band line up, Rebel Pride, Southern Thunder, Thunderstruck, John Wayne Wilkinson and the Dixie Highway Band, The Angry Hippies, Unamous, Crimson Juliet, Cold Iron, Not Tuna, Plaque of the Hour, Kwik Fix, 6 Shot 7, Stringer,Hellfire Revival, Signal Zero, Mighty Tight Whities, T-Blue Band, Cristi Vale and many more.(All these popular bands are donating their talent)

If you can’t make it to this event and would like to make a Donation. Please go to JMLFoundation.org and donate there. Indicate your donation is for Jessie?s Place.

Crystal River Harley Davidson is joining us on Sat. the 24th from 9:00 to 4:00, at their place, with a Party there also. They will have bands, food and vendors also. All their proceeds will go to Jessie?s Place also.This event is Sponsored by Biker Benefits. For more information contact Turbo Tim or Roberta @ bikerbenefits.org.

To book your band for this event contact the Entertainment Coordinator Aron 352-683-6953

RICK FAIRLESS AND JT MEET ROSS PEROT–This past weekend Rick got a call from none other than Ross Perot asking him to help pull a prank on his buddy’s wife by delivering a bad-ass chopper to his house. Rick agreed, of course, and it turned out that Mr. Perot’s buddy was none other than Norman Brinker of Brinker International (owner of Chili’s restaurants, etc)!

So Saturday morning Rick and Joe T delivered a Big Bear Chopper to the Brinker’s home and were able to meet both Mr. Perot and Mr. Brinker and talk about the good ol’ days when Mr. Brinker used to be an avid rider.

Having been hurt in a polo match years ago, Brinker is no longer able to ride, but still remembers the ride fondly. Both Perot and Brinker were great people and Rick and Joe T were honored to have met them.

–Meghan DeFreeuw
Strokers Dallas and Strokers Ice House
http://www.strokersdallas.com

MORE FROM THE TEXAS NATIONAL BIKE SHOW IN GALVESTON– I wanted to share some Texas National Bike Show information with everyone out there in Bikernet land, Our Bikini Show this year is going to be HOT! We feel very fortunate to have the lovely Laura Gonzalez , our Miss Lucky Devil on our team this year.

Laura won the coveted title of “Miss Lucky Devil” at last years Texas National Bike Show and we love her so much that we intend to keep her around to represent us again this year (not to mention the fact that she is beautiful and I find the guys really like to look at her). She has kindly consented to head up the bikini show this year and promises to fill our venue with beautiful girls. Lots of beautiful girls! Did I mention lots of beautiful girls?

Laura models for some very prestigious agencies in town including Premeir Promotions (where we met her), and has been in numerous TV commercials and several Latin Television shows. She also is a Miller Lite girl and gets quite a bit of exposure (not that kind) doing print work too. She has done several bike photo shoots here at the Devil’s playground with our good friend Darryl Briggs and is quite comfortable on, around and under ….. the bikes.

We are looking forward to another shoot with her in the coming weeks and would like nothing more than to see our girl become an even bigger star than she already is.

Last I spoke to her she was jetting off to Hawaii for the Miss Hawaiian Tropic contest where no doubt she will do very well, (NEWS FLASH! Laura placed in the top 20 out of more than 100 girls), oh yeah and one more thing about our girl… she ain’t no dummy she has a degree in International Business, so watch out boys Beauty and Brains a combination that can’t be beat.

Laura will be down at the Texas National Bike Show running the bikini show for us, but hopefully we can talk her into an autograph session on Saturday morning before all of the madness ensues. We will have her posters on display so make sure to drop by and see Laura and all of the other lovely ladies she will be bringing to the show on Saturday afternoon.

Remember the Texas National is just 2 weeks away, November 1st through 3rd and we do have a few spots left to compete for trophies and other prizes so check out the web site www.texasnationalbikeshow.com and get all of the details.

PACK YOUR BAGS–Either come to Hawaii and hang out for the weekend at Pro Street Custom Cycles, head to Daytona for Biketoberfest, or make plans to ride across Alaska with us. What the hell, you only go around once.

We always need tool kits for the road. Here’s Dominic’s design from Star West (www.starwestinc.com). I’ll roadtest this batch of tools in Alaska. It’s a good tight set, a place to start.

You may need to hang on for a week to ten days, then we’ll bring you Smoke Out West reports, including our ride out from Parker Arizona.

Here’s an example of the Smoke Out Bikernet Trophy, that got lost, then found and delivered to Route 66 Choppers for their board track bike. That’s the gangster High School shop teacher who made the trophy, Kevin Baas. Don’t piss off the teacher.

Get this, I was asked to choose one of the bikes in the Smoke Out show for a Bikernet Award. I decided to pick a few bikes and see who didn’t win in another category. Didn’t want to see all the trophies go to one bike. I picked 66, 60 and 06. Is that strange or what?

The mystery continues. None of these bikes were picked for HORSE trophies. When I returned to the judge?s station to find out who owned 66, his paper work had mysteriously disappeared. The investigation continues. So I decided to give two trophies, but we’re still wandering around aimlessly looking for an owner. Is it 66 and 6? The terror builds.

Let’s Ride

–Bandit

click here for info on the Big Twin West Show in Phoenix.