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By Bandit |
•Latisha with the DAvid Mann Bike- This is an image of myself with the David Mann bike. Many people who have watched the show remember me as the only female painter featured and the only artist to incorporate metal etching.
Latisha Wood was born the baby of a large family with four brothers and two sisters. She has been drawn to motorcycles since she understood her own father was killed on one. Her father best known to her family as “Daddy Jerry” was killed by a drunk driver when she was only a few months old. But she doesn’t dwell on his death instead, Latisha says, “Painting bikes is her way of connecting to the father she never got to know.” Her father was also a self taught artist and his talent definitely lives on in Latisha, in fact Latisha feels him guiding her every day.
•American Legend- This is 2.5 gallon HD sportster tank I painted and etched an American eagle into the tank. It is what I call “The American Legend” and it was created as a tribute to Harley Davidson.
Her amazing ability began when she was old enough to hold a crayon and has continued to grow right along with her. No one who knew her then, even her family would have ever have guessed her ability would have brought her where she is today. Latisha got her first break and began working on bikes on the Discovery channel show American Choppers.
•Hand painted Liberty portrait. The bike was built to raise money to restore the nation’s monument.
The first bike she painted was the Liberty Bike but it was the David Mann bike that demonstrated some of her finest work and her true potential to contribute to the world of art.
•The David Mann Bike- Built as a tribute to David Mann by Orange Country Choppers. The bike was featured on Discovery Channel. This is the bike where I first featured my metal etching technique known as “Flames Of Steel”.
Since then Latisha has acquired many painting techniques including; metal etching, air brushing, detailed hand painted artwork, gold leafing, and she works with a vast amount of amazing new age paints.
•Artist At Large- Entirely metal etched artwork designed to captivate the flavor of several artistic forms such as tattoo, music, and fine art.
Her clients seek her out from all over the country with 95% of her work being shipped to her through the mail. She takes on 8-10 bikes a year and spends two to six months custom painting them. Latisha also spends a lot of her time doing projects for charities such as the Cancer Association, Livestrong Foundation, Breast Cancer Awareness, American Diabetes Association Ride to Live, Georgia Sheriffs Association Youth Homes, Juvenile Diabetes Association and the March of Dimes.
Southwestern Victory Kingpin- This is an example of the featured artwork I can do. This is completely airbrushed and hand painted over the original Victory factory paint.
Her talent is astounding and each project she takes on displays her unique abilities and personal creativity. Some of her abilities as an artist include but are not limited to; portraits, pinups, etchings, illustrations, and anything custom designed, she incorporates her work onto anything from bikes, guitars, cars, fine art and even homes. Her talent has not yet reached its brink and Latisha hopes to continue to be a success.
•Les Paul Portrait- This is a Gibson Guitar Les Paul that was designed and painted for Gibson Guitars. The Guitar features a painting I did of Les Paul with his first home built acoustic guitar. The guitar is displayed at Gibson’s Museum.
Latisha was inspired by her last job when her client Joe Leroy an Olympic runner hired her to paint the Tattoo Bike which displays several etchings, hand painted artowrk, airbrushing, custom stripping and gold leafing. The Tattoo Bike features several of Joes amazing tattoos one being a metal etched Olympic torch. As a result of the inspiring project Latisha has decided to learn the art of tattooing.
Joe’s Tattoo Bike. Images of the gas tank and front fender for the tattoo bike. The bike is yet to be completed so look out for more to come in the future. On the gas tank the dragon and tiger are tattoos of joes they are also etched into the metal of the tank. On the front fender I have etched the Olympic torch, the torch is also one of Joe’s tattoos.
It’s easy to see that Latisha will continue to be a force to be reckoned with in the art industry as she continues to reach for the stars, reinventing herself and setting no limits. So, if you think you might want a unique piece of art on your bike, family home or even your body you know right where to look. If you would like more information on Latisha Wood go to www.LatishasArt.com . I can’t wait to see what she will create next.
Photos are property of Latisha Wood and should not be copied and taken without her consent. Thanks…
May 17, 2007 Part 4
By Bandit |
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HELP A DREAM COME TRUE– Because all we really have in life are dreams and goals….. Seven year old Shane Bernier of Lancaster, Ontario is a patient receiving treatment for Leukemia at the Children’s Hospital of Eastern Ontario.
On May 30th, Shane will be turning 8 years old.
HE HAS A DREAM…. to receive the largest amount of birthday cards so that he can be entered into the Guinness Book of Records.
Let’s help make his dream come true!!!
http://www.shaneswish.com
Shane Bernier is a courageous seven-year-old boy from Lancaster, Ontario who was diagnosed with acute lymphoblastic leukemia when he was only five. On June 6th, 2006 Shane and his family received some unfortunate news: Shane experienced a relapse after completing 108 of 130 weeks of treatment.
However, despite the bad news, Shane has managed to keep a positive outlook on his situation and has made a heart-warming wish… He hasn’t asked for money or toys or anything of the sort. Instead, his birthday is on May 30th and he would like to break the world record for the most birthday cards ever received. His goal is 350 million cards. With every card, Shane’s courage grows. Something as simple as sending a birthday card could be enough to help Shane find peace and joy in his current circumstances.
Please take the time to send a card to Shane and make his dream become a reality. Share his story with your friends, family and co-workers. If at all possible, get your youth groups, church congregations, employees, neighbours or communities to set aside a few minutes to write a thoughtful note to Shane.
With every card, Shane’s smile grows…
SEND SHANE A BIRTHDAY CARD TO:
SHANE BERNIER
P.O. BOX 484
LANCASTER, ONTARIO
K0C 1N0
SDMF
Sara Liberte
www.saraliberte.com
www.northhillscycle.com
www.myspace.com/saraliberte
A SAD BIKERNET FUNERAL PROCESSION–A Man was leaving a convenience store with his morning coffeewhen he noticed a most unusual funeral procession approaching the nearbycemetery.
A long black hearse was followed by a second long black hearseabout 50 feet behind the first one. Behind the second hearse was a solitary man walking a pit bull on a leash. Behind him, a short distance back,were about 200 men walking single file.
The man couldn’t stand his curiosity. he respectfullyapproached the man walking the dog and said, “I am so sorry for your loss, and I know now is a bad time to disturb you, but I’ve never seen a funeral like this.
Whose funeral is it?”
“My Wife’s “What happened to her?”
The man replied, “My dog attacked and killed her.”
He inquired further, “Well, who is in the second hearse?”
The man answered, “My mother-in-law. She was trying to help my wife when the dog turned on her.”
A poignant and thoughtful moment of silence passed between the two men.
“Can I borrow the dog?”
“Get in line.”
–from Chris T.
PAUGHCO’S NEW 280 6-SPEED RSD–This latest addition to the largest and oldest line of custom and replacement H-D frames in the world is even better for 2007.
Paughco engineers developed their newest frame to meet the needs of builders using the massive 280 rubber and popular Baker 6-speed with right hand drive. According to Paughco, the frame’s geometry provides for better balance without the need to offset the engine. Additionally the new frame provides extremely clean lines thanks to its rigid, single down tube layout.
As with all Paughco frames the number of options offered is extensive. You can order yours with extensions in the front tube up to 10″, stretched backbone from 2-5″ and with rake angles from 30-45 degrees.
The latest version is also available with hidden axle components. All Paughco frames are fabricated to order from the highest quality DOM steel.
For complete details call 775-246-5738 or go to www.paughco.com.
EXPANDED DIAMONDBACK CLUTCH AND THROTTLE CABLE CHOICES–MILWAUKEE (April 30, 2007) – Harley-Davidson Genuine Motor Accessories has expanded its selection of Diamondback braided cables to include 13 new Diamondback Clutch Cable Kit lengths and five new Diamondback Throttle/Idle Cable Kit lengths. Designed to complement chrome hand controls, premium Diamondback cables and matching Diamondback brake lines feature a micro-fine wire braiding and a tight weave pattern. Diamondback cable kits offer smooth, precise action with internal anti-friction inserts and cable pre-lubrication to ensure long life and consistent performance.
Diamondback Multi-Length Modular Brake Lines are a two-piece design that uses common lower brake lines and multiple length upper brake lines in 1-to-2-inch increments up to 34 inches. The completely assembled upper lines come in three different banjo angles allowing for automatic banjo clocking. With only one hidden JIC connection, these brake lines are visually streamlined at the sight points and match all other Diamondback cables. Available to fit a wide variety of Harley-Davidson models and custom installations, Diamondback kits include all necessary mounting hardware. See dealer for fitment details.
For additional information on Harley-Davidson Genuine Motor Accessories, see your local Harley-Davidson dealer or visit the Harley-Davidson Web site at www.harley-davidson.com. To find a dealer near you, call toll free 1-800-443-2153 in the U.S.A. or Canada.
RIDER’S EDGE COURSES AVAILABLE–Three educational courses are offered: the Rider’s Edge New Rider Course, the Rider’s Edge Skilled Rider Course and the Rider’s Edge/MSF Guide to Group Riding video. The New Rider Course is a great way to learn to ride and experience the fun and excitement of riding a motorcycle.
The interactive course includes both classroom instruction and training on a controlled range. Participants learn on the Buell Blast motorcycle, starting slowly to become familiar with the bike and then shifting into higher gears with learning to brake, turn and maneuver.
Upon completion of the New Rider Course, which uses the proven curriculum of the Motorcycle Safety Foundation’s (MSF) Basic RiderCourse, students receive an MSF Completion Card. The card may help with getting their motorcycle license in most states, as well as possible discounts on insurance.
Though I believe Ride Education Courses are a Good Thing. In Many Cases Riders Completing The course Are NOT REQUIRED TO TAKE A STATE TEST! That is Not Good and amounts to Riders being able to Buy A License. In many cases those completing the course could not pass state tests.
In the interest of Motorcycle Safety over profits I would like to suggest that All States Require Testing by The State Motor Vehicle Department. I realize that this may not be a popular statement, but has to be made.
States like Florida are making Rider Education Mandatory and this is being pushed by people profiting off the courses. If those teaching the courses have done their job, Then the Graduates Should Be Able To Pass A Test From Another Agency. Namely the State Motor Vehicle Department which actually issues the license.
–Rogue
Sturgis Freedom Fighters
Motorcycle Hall Of Fame Member 2005
WITNESS MIND-BLOWING INTERVIEW REGARDING BONNEVILLE RACING AND BROTHERHOOD–You can see a great interview with Banditall this week at
BAKER DRIVETRAIN COMES TO BREAKFAST– Melbourne, FL- Billy Lane is proud to announce the addition of Baker Drivetrain as a new partner with the Builders Breakfast event in Sturgis. Baker Drivetrain will assist the Breakfast in their goal of raising funds for Make A Wish, South Dakota at the 2nd Annual Builders Breakfast. The event will be held Tuesday, August 7th at the legendary Broken Spoke Saloon on Lazelle Street in the heart of Sturgis, South Dakota.
“We’re incredibly proud of what we’ve accomplished so far with the Builders Breakfast events. With Baker Drivetrain on board we can do even more. Baker has joined with us to help raise money. Baker Drivetrain will be donating a premium American made transmission for the auction. We hope to raise enough money from that one item to send one child on their dream trip with Make A Wish, South Dakota” explained Builder Breakfast founder Billy Lane.
As the drivetrain authority, Baker Drivetrain based out of Michigan, is best known for manufacturing the best in premium American made innovations for your motorcycle. “I attended the last Breakfast in Daytona just to be there and then it hit, me, Baker Drivetrain needs to get involved with this event. Each time I see all of those builders in one place, I think, how amazing this industry is,” said Bert Baker, owner, Baker Drivetrain.
A limited number of tickets are available now for the event online at:
The Builders Breakfast also receives invaluable support from Bikernet.com, Paisano Publications, Choppers Inc, Custom Chrome, Bikers InCite Maps, White Water Mfg., All of the amazingly talented Builders, Chrome Marketing and Marilyn Stemp.
For more information please visit
CITGO CHANGING NAME–Chavez NOW has IRANIANS operating his oil refineries in Venezuela for him. It is likely only a matter of time, if not already, before Chavez has Iranian built LONG RANGE missiles, with a variety of warhead types aimed at: Guess Who?
CITGO is NOW in the process of Changing Its Name to PETRO EXPRESS due to the loss of gasoline sales in the USA due to the recent publicity of ownership by Hugo Chavez of Venezuela .
Every dollar you spend with CITGO or PETRO EXPRESS gasoline will be used against you, your basic human rights, and your freedoms. He will start wars here in the Americas that will probably be the death of millions of free people.
–from Chris T.
THE END GODDAMNIT–Wow, politics, the world, bullshit, immigration, Iraq, and global warming, it’s enough to bring a sane man down. I watched some of the Republican debate that ran in the middle of the night. Just as well, nobody made any sense. They dance around issues like a 3-year old with a hot potato. I still don’t understand why the race kicked off over a year-and-a half before the election. We’ll be beat to death with this crap before it’s over.
Can I add something? I get tired of the notion that we failed in Iraq touted in every Time Magazine and in news interviews. I consider it a police action that will be resolved over the next year. We’ve lost 3000 over four years. We lose 150,000 folks a year in this country of infections caused by hospitals-then your relatives have to pay the medical bill. I don’t see reporters jumping up and down daily about our failed hospital system. Some 44,000 folks die every year in car accidents on our “failed highway system.” Did you know that over 3000 people die every year in this country from fire? So I suppose all the fire departments failed. Hell, 3000 die a year choking. Who can we blame that on? Over the last four years 6,352 folks died falling down stairs. So I suppose the construction industry failed.
Hell, I just noticed that there were over 17,000 homicides in this country in 2003. Think we better pull out of here. The cops failed. Keep in mind that 2.3 million die a year of diseases, cancer, heart attacks, etc. How the hell does a news producer convince the anchor every day to spout only about Iraq, when we’ve failed miserably at so much more?
Give it up. Let the military do their job in Iraq. Some of the areas are coming together at a rapid pace, while we focus only on violence in Baghdad. I’m tired of being hammered. We need to smile, support one another and the troops, get involved with saving the planet, build bitchin’ motorcycles and look forward to the future. Turn off the television, throw away Time Magazine and party.
Let’s Ride
–Bandit
May 17, 2007 Part 3
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NEW IMPROVED BIKERNET GULCH OFFERS BANDIT’S BEDROLLS–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?
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RUDE DRIVERS STUDY– Residents in the following 25 cities were surveyed and are listed in order from those reporting the most incidents of road rage to the fewest:
1. Miami
2. New York
3. Boston
4. Los Angeles
5. Washington, D.C.
6. Phoenix
7. Chicago
8. Sacramento
9. Philadelphia
10. San Francisco
11. Houston
12. Atlanta
13. Detroit
14. Minneapolis-St. Paul
15. Baltimore
16. Tampa
17. San Diego
18. Cincinnati
19. Cleveland
20. Denver
21. Dallas-Ft. Worth
22. St. Louis
23. Seattle-Tacoma
24. Pittsburgh
25. Portland, Ore.
Source: AutoVantage’s “In the Driver’s Seat Road Rage Survey”
MIAMI (AP) – For the second consecutive year, rude Miami drivers have earned the city the title of worst road rage in a survey released Tuesday.Miami motorists said they saw other drivers slam on their brakes, run red lights and talk on cellphones, according to AutoVantage, a Connecticut-based automobile membership club offering travel services and roadside assistance.
Other cities near the top of the rude drivers list were New York, Boston, Los Angeles and Washington, D.C.South Miami resident Erik Pinto told The Associated Press that he has probably seen every bad driving habit on Miami’s roads.
“You don’t want to know what I’ve seen,” Pinto said. “I’ve seen everything. I’m from L.A., and we don’t see the crazy drivers that you see here.”
–Rogue
Sturgis Freedom Fighters
Motorcycle Hall Of Fame Member 2005
RICK FAIRLESS FROM STROKERS DALLAS HAS SOMETHING TO SAY–Hey Ya’ll! I just wanted to take a minute to remind you of a few things coming up here at Strokers. This weekend we have the ABC Poker Run stopping by to benefit the Texas Scottish Rite Hospital for Children. We do a lot of events and fundraisers here for the TSRHC because they are great people doing a great job to help crippled children. We extend our support to any other group raising money for the same cause.
Here’s the deal: Even though every weekend is a party around here, we are celebrating the long weekend with even more BIKES, BABES, and BEER than usual. Come hang out and enjoy a cold one while you listen to live music, visit vendors, and check out hot babes all weekend long.
PLUS, I just expanded my show floor and parts room and I’m ready to fill them up with all new stuff. But that means I have to get rid of a bunch of what I have first. So I’m having a sale.
Expect major discounts on parts, accessories, apparel and gift items. I’m cutting deals on everything from t-shirts to exhaust, so empty your saddle bags, or bring the car,because you don’t want to leave this sale empty-handed!
Also, several items will be sold to raise money for the Texas Scottish Rite Hospital for Children.
RUN TO MEXICO TIPS–Just got in. Bob and I were headed for Puerta Vallarta but when we got to Nogalas they wouldn’t let me in! If you are driving in, you weren’t suppose to need a passport just a drivers license until the first of the year. The Mexican government decided to pass the law a couple of weeks ago and AAA and the travel bureau didn’t get the message. Bob and I checked with a half dozed agencies including AAA and immigrations and they all said we only needed the license.
Bob had his passport and I had mine but it expired last week.Unbelievable, 6 million illegals can live here and sponge off us, but I can’t go south and spend my dinero.
Fuck, fuck, fuck, over.
–Bob Clark
BIKERNET WEEKLY PHOTO ART EXHIBIT–10 Hrs till we leave for Myrtle Beach…see ya at Suck Bang Blow!
Ride Hard,
Whiplash Biker Photog
NEW CYCLE WEB SITE KICKED OFF–At 7:18 PM mountain time a new web site lifted off the pad in Denver. The new and exciting web site launched without a snag. 2wheelersmc.com will bring parts for your chopper, custom leather items, and photo’s from all the biker events.
Along with a garage sale area with one of a kind parts for your Harley from the Pans to the Shovels to old cars to custom bikes. Have a look .
— the crew at 2wheelers
URGENT – EAGLES NEEDED AT TIMES SQUARE– Saturday, May 19, 2007 Noon to 4pm or whatever it takes. The forces of the Left wing have decided to make a mockery of everyAmerican serviceman or woman this Saturday at Times Square.
TheyHave decided to perform street theater decrying the supposed tortureOf inmates at the Guantanamo Bay detention facility at a time whenThree brave American servicemen are in the hands of IslamicTerrorists in Iraq.
They have decided to put on this travesty atThe recruiting station where we will be holding a Support the TroopsRally that day. They have effectively declared war on the UnitedStates, our Military, and the Gathering of Eagles organization.
They have no concern for OUR soldiers who are likely being tortured,Mutilated and beheaded even as I write this. This is an OUTRAGE,This is TREASON, this has got to be smothered by a display ofPatriotism so great that even the news media cannot reasonablyAssert that they are the majority in this country.
We need every one of you to contact your friends, family andNeighbors and turn out at Times Square to ridicule these leftistMorons. Spread the word and forward this alert to everyone you know.
If, however, you know that we need to support our troops who dailyPlace their lives on the line to protect our freedom. If you knowThat their many sacrifices should be honored and praised. If youKnow that the enemy is both foreign and domestic. If you know thatAll it takes for evil to triumph is for good men to do nothing.Then turn out with your flags and pro-troop signs and banners. ThisIs NOT a drill. We need you NOW!
Where: Times Square Recruiting Center, traffic island at 43rdStreet between Broadway and 7th Ave.
When: Saturday, May 19, 2007, Noon to 4pm or whatever it takes to
Rout the opposition.
Directions: N. Q, R, S, 1, 2, 3, or 7 subways to Times SquareA, C, or E subways to 42nd St. (Port Authority Bus Terminal)From Penn Station take 1, 2 or 3 subway 1 stop to TimesSquare.From Grand Central Station take the S shuttle to TimesSquare.From Port Authority Terminal walk two blocks to E 43rd StAnd one block to Broadway.
Eagles Up!
–Dan Maloney
New York Coordinator
PRESIDENTIAL CANDIDATE MAY ATTEND LACONIA RALLY–Harley riding presidential candidate Tommy Thompson’s Team Tommy is working on plans to have him attend Laconia Motorcycle Week.The most likely dates at this time are Thursday or Friday June 14-15.
If you know any one or group in the area that would be interested in having him appear at their event or business please let me know and I will put them in contact with those handling this.
–Rogue
Sturgis Freedom Fighters
Motorcycle Hall Of Fame Member 2005
BIKE ABOUT TO BE FEATURED ON BIKERNET.COM–I have been a long time reader of your website and am always looking forward to the Thursday news to find out what is going on in the motorcycle world. Just thought that I would e-mail you some pics of a bike that I just finished. I built the handlebars, gas tank, exhaust pipes and various other bracket items from scratch.
This is the first of several hand-built motorcycles that we will be turning out in the next few months at “The Shop” a new custom motorcycle shop located in Minneapolis, MN. We are also a Sucker Punch Sally’s dealer and full service garage that can perform virtually any motorcycle maintenance, upgrades and customizing in house.
Check out our website for more information and an upcoming Open House.
–Jon Fox
Fabricator
HIPAA LOOPHOLE FIX UPDATE–The Motorcycle Riders Foundation reports that legislation to close theloophole thatallows insurance providers to discriminate against motorcyclists when itcomes to fullyfunding all benefits is beginning to gain some momentum. The House bill(HR 1076) has 45co-sponsors, while the Senate bill (S 616) has 3 co-sponsors. As a rule,Senators don’tco-sponsor legislation as frequently as their House counterparts. However,that certainlydoes not mean we should not ask them at every opportunity.”The impressive part of the list of House co-sponsors is that over half ofthem areRepresentatives from states that sent SMRO grassroots lobbyists to DC thisyear,”said Jeff Hennie, Vice President of Government Relations for theMotorcycle RidersFoundation (MRF). “I would like to give a huge thanks all of our SMROpartners thathave lobbied this important legislation.” Hennie added.
Over the past few months MI, WA, WI, NM, NY, NJ, OH, PA, CO, IA, AK, MN,and IL have allsent representatives from their respective State Motorcyclists? RightsOrganizations toWashington DC to lobby for the advancement of this issue. Those visitsresulted in over200 individual, sit-down office meetings with Senators, House Members andstaff.
US Representative Michael Burgess (R-TX), the bill sponsor, had this tosay, “No oneshould be denied health insurance benefits because they prefer to drive amotorcycle. Itis essential to provide health care benefits to those who have slippedthrough theloophole by protecting their access to substantive health care.”
–mrfnews mailing list
mrfnews@mrf.org
http://mrf.org/mailman/listinfo/mrfnews_mrf.org
MOTORCYCLE RIDE AND BENEFIT LUNCHEON–Presented by The Red, White and Blue Freedom Riders.”Give Kids the World” Village is a non-profit organization located in Kissimmee, Florida, helping to fulfill the wishes of children with life-threatening illnesses and their families. http://www.gktw.org/
Register 10-11 am, May 20, at the Vietnam Veteran’s Hall, 596 Seashore Rd., Erma
$15 rider/ $10 passenger
A great motorcycle ride will be followed (at approximate. 2 PM) by good food, beverages, and our own DJ, Ed Avery. Door prizes, games, and lots of fun, all included in your donation.
No motorcycle?? NO PROBLEM! Come for the food and fun, starting at about PM. $10 donation at the door. In case of rain, the ride may be canceled but the fun will not!
For info, call Linda 609-425-6557 Check our Web site: www.rwbfr.com
GUINNESS BOOK OF RECORDS SHORTEST SEMINAR–Sleeping Beauty, Tom Thumb, and Quasimodo were all talking one day.
Sleeping Beauty said, “I believe myself to be the most beautiful girl inthe world.”
Tom Thumb said, “I must be the smallest person in the world.”Quasimodo said, “I absolutely have to be the most disgusting person inthe world.”
So they all decided to go to the Guinness Book of World Records to havetheir claims verified.
Sleeping Beauty went in first and came out looking deliriously happy.”It’s official, I AM the most beautiful girl in the world.”
Tom Thumb went next and emerged triumphant, “I am now officially thesmallest person in the world.”
Sometime later, Quasimodo comes out looking utterly confused andsays.”Who the hell is Rosie O’Donnell?”
–from Chris T.
RALPH RANDOLPH TEAMS WITH COMMEMORATIVE AIR FORCE TO BUILD AIRCRAFT-INSPIRED TRIBUTE BIKE–MESA, AZ, May 14, 2007- Ralph Randolph Designs today announced its commission by the Commemorative Air Force (CAF) to build the organization’s 50th Anniversary Tribute Bike. The design of the one-off custom motorcycle will be inspired by vintage aircraft and unveiled to the media and public at the CAF’s 50th Anniversary Gala Event to be held July 9, 2007 at Caesar’s Palace in Las Vegas, Nevada.
“This may be the most significant commission of my career”, states Ralph Randolph, himself a United States Marine and a captain with US Airways.
According to CAF spokesperson, John Lage, “We considered many builders for the commission including Orange County Choppers, but in the end it was my face to face meeting with Ralph that sealed the deal. Not only is he a premier motorcycle builder but he is also an accomplished pilot and we felt he could exemplify the convergence of aviation and motorcycles into the quintessential piece”.
Ralph Randolph continues, “It’s an honor and privilege to combine my true loves of aviation and custom motorcycle fabrication into one project and I guarantee the end result will reflect my passion for both.”
Ralph Randolph Designs is an Arizona-based custom motorcycle manufacturer whose clients have included Snap-On Tools and Ed Hardy Designs.
The Commemorative Air Force is a living museum whose Ghost Squadron consists of the largest collection of operational vintage aircraft in the world. With more than 150 aircraft in its fleet, the Commemorative Air Force is dedicated to preserving history and teaching history though its airshows, membership, educational programs and events.
–Ralph Randolph Designs
638 W. Broadway Road
Suite 314
Mesa, AZ 85210
480-279-1734
Commemorative Air Force
P.O. Box 62000
Midland, TC 79711-2000
432-563-1000
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May 17, 2007 Part 2
By Bandit |
Continued From Page 1
BIKER’S RIGHTS AND CIVIL LIBERTIES, THE MANUAL AVAILABLE– Last week I attended a convention of Biker’s rights and legislation effecting our sport and lifestyle. The offices of Richard M. Lester and Mike Mandelman produced a manual on our Rights and Civil Liberties. If you want to check it out go to aimncom@aimncom.com or call (800) 662-2453.
STEALTH BIKEWORKS BECOMES ASSALT WEAPAN SPONSOR FOR BONNEVILLE 2007-This just in from Charlotte. Seems Bandit robbed a bike shop, Stealth Bike Works. At gunpoint he ordered Mike Pullin’s wife Meanest to make out a check for $100 to the 5-Ball Racing Team Bonneville effort. He left them a Bikernet sticker and ran out the door.
THE 6TH EDITION OF FEMMOTO ADDA A TRADITIONAL TRACK DAY, ANOTHER BRAND AND ADDS STREET DEMOS TO THE MIX AT LAS VEGAS MOTOR SPEEDWAY–Femmoto, the track day and motorcycle demo event that celebrates female riders is growing in both schedule and features for 2007. Event sponsors include Aprilia, Buell, Ducati, Joe Rocket, Harley-Davidson, Hein Geircke?s G-Line, Icon, Kawasaki , KYMCO, Michelin Two Wheel, Parts Unlimited, Red Bull, Repsol and Scorpion. With a full schedule of demos on track, a dirtbike school, street demos, vendors and a party Saturday night, Las Vegas will be the industry hot spot on October 5-7th, 2007.
Continuing the tradition hosting female motorcycle enthusiasts in a nurturing and safe environment, Femmoto 2007 welcomes industry leader Harley-Davidson in joining returning manufacturers Aprilia, Buell, Ducati, Kawasaki , and KYMCO to the Las Vegas Motor Speedway now for three days of action. “We are so excited about this year,” says Bonnie Strawser, Femmoto Director. “We have so much going on that we expanded to three days of on-track, off-road and street demos, and brought the traditional Saturday night reception to the fabulous Neon Garage located right at the speedway as well as adding hospitality tents at the demo site. This year is going to be awesome, and I am really looking forward to meeting all our new and returning attendees.”
Harley-Davidson is the newest brand to participate at Femmoto. Offering street demos on a variety of Big-Twin and Sportster motorcycles, the Motor Company will also host demos on the track for the performance-oriented VRSC models. Buell Motorcycles will likewise offer street and track demos to expand riding opportunities on their Ulysses, Lightning, Firebolt and Blast models.
With Italian Brands Aprilia and Ducati returning for 2007 the variety of factory-sponsored machines is awe-inspiring. Femmoto is a great opportunity for female riders to experience a glimpse into the world of Ducati.
For the first time at Femmoto men will have a chance to take to the track as well. Friday features a traditional track day designated as the
Every year Femmoto has sold out early. Interested parties are encouraged to log on to
Event information:
Where: Las Vegas Motor Speedway
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When: October 5-7 2007
Costs: Dependant on activities chosen (please check website for details)
Demos offered by: Aprilia, Buell, Ducati, Harley-Davidson, KYMCO.
Website: www.femmoto.com
P.B. CHOPPERS CONCEALS AND COVERS COILS IN CHROME–New at MC Advantages are P.B. Choppers’ line of premier coil covers withmotor mounts. These show chrome or black nickel-plated covers fit any S&S?or H-D? Evolution? Engine. The flat teardrop coil cover includes anautomotive style ignition switch and receives a 2 1/16″ Speedo Gauge likethe Dakota Digital? 3015 which is sold separately. The cast teardrop cover,which closely matches the popular S&S teardrop air cleaner, is pre-drilledfor stock H-D? ignition switches.
These precision cast or fabricated covers will fit Spyke? and Dynatek?Single- or Dual-Fire Coils, excluding the diamond covers that will notreceive Spyke? Single-Fire coils due to reduced space.
–Adam Roorda
MC Advantages
1-800-726-9620
www.MCAdvantages.com http://www.MCAdvantages.com
ARKANSAS QUARTER RECALL–Hang on to any of the new Arkansas Quarters. If you have them, they maybe worth much more than 25 cents. The US Mint announced today that itis recalling all of the Arkansas quarters that are part of its programfeaturing quarters from each state. This action is being taken afternumerous reports that the new quarters will not work in parking meters,toll booths, vending machines, pay phones or any other coin operateddevices.
The problem lies in the unique design of the Arkansas quarter, which wasdesigned by a team of Ozark specialists. Apparently the duct tapeholding the two dimes and the nickel together keeps jamming up themachines.
AUSTRALIAN ANTI-BIKE CLUB LAW– from the pages of the Sydney Morning Herald earlier this week…
WEARING the insignia of outlaw motorcycle gangs would be made illegal in NSW under police measures to break up organized crime groups.
The Police Commissioner, Ken Moroney, said yesterday that he would recommend legislation banning gang colours, similar to anti-Mafia racketeering laws in the US.
Violence between rival clubs has escalated in the past two months, with a series of tit-for-tat shootings, assaults and firebombings of bikie club houses in Sydney and Newcastle.”We are fed up with bikie gangs launching acts of retribution on the streets of Sydney endangering the lives of innocent people,” Mr Moroney said.
He singled out the Nomad, Bandido, Comanchero and Rebel gangs as the protagonists in what the Police Gang Squad commander, Detective-Superintendent Scott Whyte, said was a turf war for control of the Sydney nightclub drug scene and protection rackets.
Mr Whyte said that in the past year the Gangs Squad had arrested 22 gang members or associates, laid 145 charges and seized more than 50 firearms from gang members or clubhouses.”I think at the end of the day they will be sick of the sight of us,” he said.The Police Minister, David Campbell, said that he would consider any recommendations made by Mr Moroney with regard to banning the wearing of gang colours, but would not make any “knee-jerk” announcements.
Jaqhama says: It’s just the Government and the cops talking crap as normal. I don’t see it as anything more than hot air on the cops part.They will probably suggest banning black leather vests and black helmets next.Wankers.
ANNOUNCEMENT! WE CAN STILL FIND BREAKFAST IN STURGIS–This just in from Myrtle Beach. Our 2nd Annual Builders breakfast sponsored by Bikernet.com, is scheduled for TUESDAY, AUGUST 7TH at the BROKEN SPOKE on Lazelle Street in Sturgis.
Please let me know if you can make it. Our beneficiary is MAKE A WISH, South Dakota. Thank you for helping raise money for this great cause.
–Darcy Betlach
Chrome Marketing Inc
Phone 952-470-4297
Fax 952-470-4597
NEW OFFICIAL 5-BALL RACING HELMET IMPORTED FROM AUSTRALIA– Little Mick, the Ed Roth of Australia, just finished the first official 5-Ball racing helmet and I will wear it with pride. This weekend you’ll be able to read Mick’s story, a 27-year member of the Rebels MC, in the Badlands corner of the Cantina. Thanks Mick!
BIKE CLUBS SUE FOR THEIR RIGHTS–More and more we are seeing police using illegal tactics to gain entry into motorcycle club properties. This is a national problem putting all clubs in jeopardy of these types of searches. This can only be resolved by the various clubs involved taking immediate and decisive action by suing the authorities engaged in this activity. It appears the only way to make city and town government’s reign in their police is to cost them money.
Tax payers should be appalled that their money is being used to defend civil rights and property rights violations by police in an orchestrated effort to harass these clubs. Hupy and Abraham, S.C. who filed this suit against the City of Milwaukee, won a suit against the Summerfest music festival several years ago when police and Summerfest officials refused to let club members remain on the grounds of the event in Milwaukee, even though they paid admission and were not causing any disturbance.
Three members of the Outlaws Motorcycle Club have sued the City of Milwaukee for what they call an unlawful police search of their clubhouse on the south side. Jack Rozga, David Zabel and Steven Kaczmarek said 19 police officers burst in with guns but no warrant, according to a federal lawsuit filed this week. The city attorney’s office did not return a call for comment on the lawsuit. The lawsuit says the three men were on the roof of the clubhouse, in the 1800 block of S. 2nd St., at 7 p.m. Sept. 25, checking for leaks with a broom and a flashlight, and then returned inside the club to socialize.At 7:40 p.m., an officer knocked on the door, pointed a gun at Rozga and ordered him and the others out while officers – at least 10 with shotguns – searched the clubhouse without a warrant, the suit says. Several took photos with cell phones to show they were inside the Outlaws’ headquarters, “like trophies,” said Todd Korb, attorney for the plaintiffs.Police told the men they came in because an officer saw someone on the roof with what looked like a gun, Korb said, but no guns or other contraband was found and no charges were ever filed.The lawsuit called the search part of an ongoing pattern of harassment. “Whether you like the Outlaws or don’t, we are in America and everyone has rights,” Korb said. “They had no right to go in and do a warrant less search at gunpoint. I don’t care who you are.” –from Tony Sanfelipo NEW BAGGER FROM BATTISTINIS CUSTOM CYCLES–Rikki Battistini, who worked for Arlen Ness for over a decade, developing products, is now on his own. Next week we will feature this dresser and all the parts he developed. –Rikki Battistini WYOMING LEGISLATIVE CALL TO ACTION–ABATE of Wyoming’s State President Graydon Wheeler has asked me to forwardyou the nationwide call-to-action drafted by Russ Reddick below. Pleasehelp preserve FREEDOM OF CHOICE in the beautiful riding country of theCowboy State by responding as requested. And in so doing, please avoidconfusing the UTILITY OF HELMETS with the FUTILITY OF HELMET LAWS. Mandatorymotorcycle helmet laws are discriminatorily unconstitutional in that–bymandating helmets for motorcyclists as opposed to ALL motorists–theyviolate the “equal protection” guaranteed by the 14th Amendment to theUnited States Constitution. HELMETS CANNOT PREVENT CRASHES, and allmandatory motorcycle helmet laws do is make negligent, care-less, distractedand impaired motorists feel less guilty about maiming and killing motorcycleriders. LIDS YES … LID LAWS NO! –Bruce Arnold The editorsof the Casper Star Tribune have taken it upon themselves to try and decidewhat is best for the motorcyclist of Wyoming and anyone rideing throughWyoming. I do not agree with their views! Please, let’s overwhelm themwith the views of those that acually ride a motorcycle. You can comment ontheir article on the internet at:http://www.trib.com/articles/2007/05/15/editorial/editorial/272c9b20c393fc2a872572db007b64aa.txt[orhttp://tinyurl.com/ypqwpf If you have problems posting your comments, email them to their editorialstaff: or you can call or write them at GUILTY CUSTOMS DID IT AGAIN–“Ridin’ on Air with no Guilt!” Those experiencing the newest product offered from Guilty Customs of Orlando Florida shouted these words after riding one of Guilty Customs rigid choppers equipped with their new air seat shock system. Guilty Customs and Chopper Shox have again, brought to the industry yet another unique product specifically for rigid chopper riders. “These shocks are 4_ eye to eye with aluminum bodies and have the same mounting dimensions as the coil-over and can be used with existing ChopperShox mounts. The rubber cushion is 1_ tall and is made from industrial rubber (Elastomeric). The shrader valve can be filled with air to adjust the ride, if desire. We specialize in patented seat shock systems for rigid framed choppers and bobbers, and we started Chopper Shox’s with one goal in mind, to make rigid framed bikes ride like a Cadillac” stated David Breckon, President of Chopper Shox of Las Vegas, NV. Guilty Customs and Chopper Shox already have a reputation for creating dependable, unique and affordable motorcycle parts with their prior products such as the single and dual coil over shock systems; the “Leather Do-it-yourself” builders seat kit; seat pans and bolt-on seat brackets. “This air-shock seat systems simple styling, quality craftsmanship, and superb riding characteristics make this product one of the “must have” products of 2007 for rigid framed builder and owners. We’re using the shocks on almost all our builds”, says CJ Hanlon, owner of Guilty Customs. “With our most recent build, we opted for the two shock system and the feedback from people has been very enthusiastic once they use it”. Guilty Customs, LLC (www.guiltycustoms.com) is a custom motorcycle company that is quickly establishing itself in the custom chopper industry by bringing to the general public innovative custom motorcycles and American made parts, at a price point that is affordable. Chopper Shox (www.choppershox.com) is a Las Vegas based manufacturer of custom seat shock systems and has gained national and international acclaim for their innovative and dependable seat shock systems for custom motorcycles. In Hanlon’s words, “at Guilty Customs, we are guilty! of wanting to give the motorcycle enthusiast quality American made products. And now, we have yet another product that will make the consumer even more comfortable and safe”. For more information about this shock system or dealer inquiries, contact Guilty Customs at info@guiltycustoms.com or 407.453.0844.
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May 17, 2007 Part 1
By Bandit |
Hey,
When you stand in your garage and look at your motorcycle, what do you see? Do you see freedom, escape, style, grace, speed, sex, a weapon, creativity or rebellion? You may see a nasty blend of all these elements. I see sex in every curve. Why not?
This Bonneville effort has me staring at a bare stretched Paughco frame constantly. I’m spending hours building brackets and mounts then throwing them away. I’m reading shit that never interested me before. I wake up at night coming to conclusions or more questions. Check chapter 5 on the home page and watch for more reports next week.
Last weekend I attended the National Coalition of Motorcyclists annual Legislative Convention and gave a presentation on the Bikernet Independent Noise Study. Check it out:http://www.bikernet.com/news/PageViewer.asp?PageID=902
The brothers and sisters got a big kick out of it, and felt that it will be very helpful from the standpoint of community understanding in the future. You are welcome to print it out and share it with your law enforcement agencies, community or legislators. It’s there for you.
Let’s hit the news. If you’re in Myrtle Beach have a blast, I’ll be in the shop tearing it up for our Bonneville run:
ENTER BIKERNET’S SHARPEST SOFTAIL CONTEST– WIN a new set of high-performance Fat Cat or Boarzilla performance exhaust pipes for your Harley-Davidson Softail. It’s easy? send us:
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THE KING KONG KLUTCH: A MONSTER IN CLUTCHING– Baker Drivetrain is always ready to take on those larger motors, and the release Spring 2007 of our King Kong Klutch is nodifferent. This Function Formed clutch features 20 single sided friction plates made from incredibly strong K2 material and threedifferent spring load options – depending on your application, and a 66 tooth configuration… oh and those twenty plates, are amassive 7 inch diameter.
All this is meant to bring you less clutch slippage due to a larger motor. Designed to fit most Harley-Davidsons – call for yourspecific application. (1990-06 Big Twin, excluding 06 Dyna).
The best part? This monster clutch is perfect for the new Baker FF Wet Primary. See www.bakerdrivetrain.com or ask our supportstaff for more information.
Key features of the Baker FF King Kong Klutch:
o Twenty, seven inch, single sided K2 friction plates
o Three spring load options
o 66 tooth configuration
o 1 piece basket design
o Larger torque capacity
o Positive pressure plate alignment with Perma-Glide bearings
o Option of a 9 tooth starter pinion for newer models that have a 102 tooth configuration
o Outer bearing support option works with FF Primary only
o Works with Baker’s new FF Primary
o Comes in Black and Red anodized
For additional information, call BAKER Drivetrain at the number above and ask the sales department anything! Or click on the banner above.
AVON TYRE QUESTION OF THE WEEK–We had a reader ask about mounting a rear tire on the front. They wanted to know if they needed to reverse the arrow. I pointed out that the tread pattern is designed to push water away from the tire patch, for improved rain traction, so mount the tire with the arrow going the correct direction. Suk from Avon had the following to add:
Also the way the tread is laid. When I tire is mounted on the rear the tread is laid one way to work with acceleration forces and the opposite way when mounted on the front to work with braking forces and prevent a tread splice.
Customer should also consider, with that wide in front, it will slow down steering. And I would suggest the Venom 160/80-16 AM42 as the Elan is over 5 years old and the compound gets harder every year so less grip and more prone to cracking.
–Sukoshi Fahey (Ms.)
Sales Manager, North America
Hoppe & Assoc. (Avon Tyres)
800 624-7470 toll free
425-771-2115 phone
425-771-4246 fax
www.avonmotorcycle.com
www.avonmoto.com/ (check this site for promotions)
NEW T-SHIRT DESIGN FROM 2WHEELERS–Flame long sleeves, JUST $21.99. Our new web site is going to be launched in a few days hopefully it will make the Thursday news. Check it out.
–Donna
ADVANSTAR COMMUNICATIONS ANNOUNCES SCHEDULE FOR THE 2007-2008CYCLE WORLD INTERNATIONAL MOTORCYCLE SHOWS? PRESENTED BY TOYOTA–Santa Ana, Calif. (May 16, 2007) Advanstar Communications, a leading provider of integrated media solutions to the automotive aftermarket, off-road, and powersports industries today announced the schedule for the 27th annual Cycle World International Motorcycle Shows? presented by Toyota. The series will begin its 13-city nationwide tour on October 26, 2007 in Phoenix, Ariz. at the University of Phoenix Stadium and will conclude February 10, 2008 in Chicago at the Donald E. Stephens Convention Center.
The International Motorcycle Shows provide enthusiasts an up close look at more than 800 new model street bikes, dirt bikes, cruisers, ATVs and watercraft from major manufacturers, as well as new concept bikes, vintage bikes, OEM sponsored demo rides and more.
The 2007-2008 Cycle World International Motorcycle Shows ? Presented by Toyota schedule is as follows:
*October 26-28, 2007 University of Phoenix Stadium Phoenix, AZ
November 2-4 Reliant Center Houston, TX
November 9-11 Fort Worth Convention Center Fort Worth, TX
November 16-18 San Mateo County Expo Center San Mateo, CA
November 30-December 2 Qwest Field & Event Center Seattle, WA
December 7-9 Long Beach Convention Center Long Beach, CA
December 28-30 Jacob K. Javitz Convention Center New York, NY
January 4-6, 2008 Rock Financial Showplace Novi, MI
January 11-13 Washington Convention Center Washington D.C.
January 18-20 Georgia World Congress Center Atlanta, GA
January 25-27 IX Center Cleveland, OH
February 1-3 Minneapolis Convention Center Minneapolis, MN
February 8-10 Donald E. Stephens Convention Center Chicago, IL
The 4th Annual Big Twin West custom bike trade show will be held in conjunction with the opening round of the International Motorcycle Shows providing a unique opportunity for the two shows to come together for the first time.
For the 15th consecutive year, Cycle World, the world’s most popular motorcycle magazine, is the title sponsor for the series and leading manufacturer Toyota will return for the tenth year as presenting sponsor. The Cycle World International Motorcycle Shows presented by Toyota is the world’s largest motorcycle show series. For more information, call 800/331-5706 or visit motorcycleshows.com
* held in conjunction with Big Twin West
STRIP-CLUB COMPROMISE WOULD RESTRICT TOUCHING AND FULL NUDITY– COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) — Rules forbidding touching of strippers and requiring them to keep on some clothes when dancing past midnight will be offered today as a compromise on a controversial statewide crackdown on adult businesses, a lawmaker said.
The no-touching rule for customers and the seminude dancing provision will be part of a new version of legislation that was brought to lawmakers through petitions circulated by Citizens for Community Values, a Cincinnati-based Christian group, House Judiciary Chairman Lou Blessing told The Plain Dealer of Cleveland.
Blessing, a Cincinnati Republican, isn’t certain even the revised version of the bill – which has raised constitutional questions and garnered hours of sharp opposition testimony – will get through his committee, he said.”I’ll just add it up and see how many votes we got,” he said. “If we don’t have the votes for the sub-bill, I think I’m going to just adjourn and be done with it.”
David Miller, Citizens for Community Values vice president, said the group approves of the compromise, which would replace a proposed 6-foot clearance between dancers and patrons. The group also originally had sought to stop all stripping at midnight.
Adult club owners intend to challenge Blessing’s proposed restrictions in court if they pass, said Sandy Theis, a spokeswoman for the Buckeye Association of Club Executives.”They are just trying to mess with adult businesses because that’s what the CCV does,” she said. “They want to make it as difficult as possible for them to exist.”
SUCKER PUNCH SALLY INVITED TO ENTERTAIN THE TROOPS–Sucker Punch Sally’s has been asked to participate inthe 2007 We salute You events at 29 Palms Marine Base.They will have their bikes on display including “TheAngry Chair” “Barn Fresh Pan” and “The Flamed Shovel”as BIg and Rich and Cowboy Troy salute our military.It is only open to all eligible patrons.
–Ken
RIVERA/PRIMO REAR BASKET & CLUTCH KITS, VARIABLE PRESSURE CLUTCH ASSIST– . . Rear Basket & Clutch Kit / Fits 1990-2006 Big Twins (except 2006 Dyna) Includes PC-1200-Ca Pro-Clutch w/TPP Variable Pressure Plate, Aluminum Basket & a 36-Tooth Sprocket / Does Not Include Starter Ring Gear
1053-0021 . . . Rear Basket & Clutch Kit / Fits 1990-2006 Big Twins (except 2006 Dyna) Includes PC-1200-Ca Pro-Clutch w/TPP Variable Pressure Plate, Aluminum Basket & a 37-Tooth Sprocket / Does Not Include Starter Ring Gear
For further info on these & other fine products contact:
Rivera Primo Inc.
12450 Whittier Blvd.
Whittier, CA 90602
Tel: 800-872-1515
o 562-907-2600
o Fax: 562-907-2606
Web: www.riveraengineering.com
KNOCKOUT MOTORCYCLE COMPANY RESPONDS TO BIKERNET BONNEVILLE REPORTS–I was checking out the golf ball theory you were going over with Rick and it even goes a step further. I am apart time golfer, not a hacker, but no pro either. I do it to relax and get away from the phone. Its also easy when I live on an upscale golf coarse here in AZ. Anyways, Nike & Callaway have taken dimple technology and modernized it. Hexagonal dimples flow better than round moon shapes. You need to see the their respective websites for all the techno jargon ? but I guess it works. I play Callaway balls and get some better distance ?. Anyways, just thought I’d throw that in!!!
We here at Knock Out are big fans of building customs the “rite way” when it comes to front ends. We build em to ride em and for that to take place, trail must be understood first and foremost. We go so far as to do ruff cals with the customer while discussing his / her build. We calculate as closely as possible using a great tech sheet from the rb racing web site (http://www.rbracing-rsr.com/advchoppercalc.html) ..This is also helpful as a tool so that our customers understand what we are doing ? some don’t care ? but most are grateful that we will build a bike that is as “rite” as possible. We need to be better than the next guy and pay attention to all aspects of the build. We sometimes tell guys “no” what you want will not work and we will not build it. +5″ up with +6″ out having a +12″ front end is gonna flop over like a mother f-er ?. So let’s try doing it this way?. Etc. blah. Blah, blah.
Our new address as of 5/15/07 will be :
638 W. Broadway Rd.
Ste 314
Mesa AZ 85210
Phone and fax will stay the same.
Website is being renovated as well we are adding e-commerce and more content.
–Matt
CHAMPIONS PARK TO HOST HAMSTERS RIDE-IN BIKE SHOW AND MAYOR’S CHOICE AWARD IN STURGIS–AMD and the Official World Championship of Custom Bike Building have agreed with The Hamsters that Champions Hall at Champions Park will be the destination venue for the 2007 Hamsters Ride-In Bike Show and ‘Mayor’s Choice’ Award.
The Run will arrive at Champions Park on the afternoon of Thursday August 9th, the day after the Official World Championship Of Custom Bike Building has closed to the public.
Commenting on the decision, Hamsters spokesperson Bob Illingworth said, “We are delighted to have this opportunity. The Champions Hall space will provide a great venue on Lazelle for this unique, once a year chance for the public to see some of the greatest custom bikes, by some of the greatest builders.”
This will be the 4th annual Hamsters Ride-In show, and some 150 plus bikes will assemble in Champions Hall following a police-escorted parade through Sturgis.
For the World Championship Robin Bradley said that, “The Hamsters are a 29 year old organization with a fabulous reputation of working for the community, especially in the Black Hills area. I am very proud that our facility will be able to provide such a great venue for them and their bike show. Not only are they great people to host, but their event is a perfect fit with everything the Official World Championship and Champions Park is about.”
Other vendors already committed to Champions Park include Custom Chrome, S&S Cycle, Pingel Enterprise, Engenuity, Cruizin’ Machine, DNA Specialty and Weld Wheel.
For current availability contact Mary Beth Crowe at:
For space availability and costs contact Mary Beth Crowe: Tel 605 716 6486;
KURYAKYN ISO FLAME GRIPS FOR HARLEYS–Thunder Bob here and do I have something that will make an impact on your Harley. It’s the Flame ISO Grips from Kuryakyn. Not only do these flame grips come with a soft and cushy raised rubber pads, they are finished off with a Maltese Cross emblazoned end cap.
The grips come with option like the very popular ISO-Throttle Boss, which greatly aids your hand on those long rides to the next rally. They certainly helped mine on my last ride from LA to Vegas.
Get your ISO Grips and all of your Kuryakyn accessories at Metric Thunder. Fits: All Harley-Davidson models with dual cable throttle controls.
–Thunder Bob Out
HARLEY-DAVIDSON MDA FUNDRAISING EVENTS NET RECORD RESULTS–MILWAUKEE — (May 14, 2007) Harley-Davidson’s 2007 fundraising for the Muscular Dystrophy Association (MDA) received a huge boost recently with the contribution of more than $1.9 million through recently held motorcycle fundraising events. These fundraising events which were organized through Harley-Davidson Motor Company, Harley-Davidson dealers, HOG chapters, MDA staff and their volunteers netted record dollars for research and MDA summer camps.
Harley-Davidson and MDA’s top fundraising event the 20th annual Eastern Harley-Davidson Dealers Association Ride for Life was held in early May and raised a record $1 million. The ride, through eastern Pennsylvania had over 2,400 enthusiasts representing thirty-eight dealer members from Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Maryland, Delaware, New York and Virginia. Since 1988, the Eastern Harley-Davidson Dealers Association has raised over $12 million dollars for MDA.
Another top fundraising event, the 14th annual Milwaukee MDA Black-n-Blue Ball raised more than $570,000 for MDA. The Milwaukee Black-n-Blue Ball is the largest motorcycle themed ball in the country. Thirteen hundred people representing Harley-Davidson employees, dealers, suppliers, enthusiasts and MDA families attended the event.
Two other top fundraising Harley-Davidson Black-n-Blue Ball events were the Wild Boar Harley-Davidson of Grand Rapids (MI) dinner which raised $165,000 and the Motor City Harley-Davidson of Farmington Hills (MI) ball which raised $87,000.
Harley-Davidson executives attended and participated in all four of these top MDA fundraising events.
In addition, MDA fundraising rides were hosted by Harley-Davidson of Charlotte, NC; Open Roads Harley-Davidson of Fond du Lac, WI; Kents Harley-Davidson of Abilene, TX and Harley-Davidson of The Woodlands in Texas.
Harley-Davidson dealers, customers, suppliers and employees conduct fundraising activities for the Muscular Dystrophy Association throughout the year. Activities include pledge rides, fundraising events, motorcycle raffles and pin sales.
Harley-Davidson has been a national sponsor of the Muscular Dystrophy Association and has raised more than $60 million since 1980. The funds raised support life-saving research, comprehensive medical care for children and adults with neuromuscular disease, and MDA summer camps.
That’s not all. There three more heated chapters of today’s news including the following. Don’t miss it.
BIKERNET NEWS ALERT–GUILTY CUSTOMS SHOX, WYOMING LEGISLATIVE CALL TO ACTION, NEW BAGGER FROM BATTISINIS, BIKE CLUBS SUE FOR THEIR RIGHTS, 5-BALL RACING HELMET, PB CHOPPERS COIL COVERS FROM MC ADVANTAGES AND THE 6TH EDITION OF FEMMOTO.
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May 14, 2007
By Bandit |
THE AIM/NCOM MOTORCYCLE E-NEWS SERVICE is brought to you by Aid to Injured Motorcyclists (A.I.M.) and the National Coalition of Motorcyclists (NCOM), and is sponsored by the Law Offices of Richard M. Lester. For more information, call us at 1-(800) ON-A-BIKE or visit us on our website at http://www.ON-A-BIKE.com.
COAST TO COAST BIKER NEWS
Compiled & Edited by Bill Bish
National Coalition of Motorcyclists
BIKER?S RIGHTS AND CIVIL LIBERTIES, THE MANUAL AVAILABLE– Last week I attended a convention of Biker?s rights and legislation effecting our sport and lifestyle. The offices of Richard M. Lester and Mike Mandelman produced a manual on our Rights and Civil Liberties. If you want to check it out go to aimncom@aimncom.com or call (800) 662-2453.
MOTORCYCLE FATALITY SURGE RENEWS NATIONAL HELMET DEBATE The debate over whether the nation’s nearly 6 million motorcycle riders should by law be required to wear helmets is nothing new, but a decade long rise in both registrations and fatalities has rekindled interest in helmet laws, according to reports by two major news outlets: ABC News and USA Today.
In 1995, Congress repealed a second attempt at a national helmet law, and in the ensuing decade motorcycle fatalities more than doubled, from 2,227 in 1995 to 4,553 in 2005. And while it’s true there are significantly more bikes on the road, also nearly doubling from 3,727,738 in 1995 to 6,183,596 in 2005, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration the fatality rate has also increased by nearly 13 percent.
The problem, according to advocates of helmet laws, is that one-sided, well-organized lobbying at the state level ? where for now, this issue is primarily legislated ? have largely hampered the creation of new helmet laws or the strengthening of existing ones. Of the 50 states, only 20 maintain helmet laws for all riders, while 27 require helmets for select rider groups ? typically those under 18 years old. Colorado, Illinois and Iowa currently have no helmet laws.
“It’s pretty much a single-issue lobby,” Barbara Harsha, executive director of the Governors Highway Safety Association, told ABC News. “They’re very well-organized and they’ve become very adept at working state legislatures.”
In many ways, the helmet debate has been taken off the table at the federal level, Harsha said, describing $25 million distributed by Congress to states in 2005 for motorcycle training and education that cannot be spent on promoting helmet use.
And to groups that advocate against mandatory helmet laws ? such as state ABATE organizations ? that’s exactly the way it should be: The government should stay out of a motorcycle rider’s personal decision-making.
But sparked by rising fatality statistics and last year’s crash of NFL star Ben Roethlisberger, lawmakers in eight states are pushing for new motorcycle helmet laws, and helmet-law proponents told USA Today that it’s been a tough fight ? bills have already been defeated in six of those states: Arkansas, Colorado, Iowa, Kansas, Montana, and Oklahoma. After he introduced Delaware’s first mandatory-helmet bill in more than 20 years on March 14, state Rep. Gary Simpson got e-mails from people vowing to campaign against his re-election. “It’s a very strong lobby,” Simpson said.
In Oklahoma, according to Tiger Mike Revere, State Coordinator for ABATE of Oklahoma and member of the National Coalition of Motorcyclists (NCOM) board of directors, the helmet law was not only defeated, but the bill?s author, Rep. Skye McNiel, attended the Confederation of Clubs meeting and apologized for submitting such a bill, affirming that she will never again propose a helmet law and pledged to work together with the riding community on issues to improve motorcycling.
Meanwhile, some bikers? rights advocates are working on legislation to repeal or modify their state?s helmet laws. SB 1511 has passed the Tennessee Senate and would roll back the mandatory motorcycle helmet law for adults 21 and older. Likewise, SB 255 in Missouri would allow Freedom of Choice for riders 21 and older, citing the fact that 6 of the 8 states surrounding Missouri do not require adult helmet usage.
FLORIDA ECONOMIC IMPACT STUDY Released April 5, 2007, the following is an economic impact study done for the first six years ten months of Florida?s amended helmet law. The motorcycle registration figures are compiled from the statistics of the Florida department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles. The fees come from the license registration bureau. From 1999 to April 2007 motorcycle registrations in Florida increased from 198,601 to 509,036. That is an increase of approximately 157%, and it is rising. The following is the estimated revenue generated from the registration and bike purchases.
310,435 motorcycles at an average of $10,000 each equals $3,104,350,000.00
Sales Tax at 6% = $186,626,100.00
Registration fee for motorcycles at $26.40 = $8,226,527.50
Change of title at $29.75 = $9,235,441.25
Buy Tag at $10.00 = $3,104.350.00
TOTAL = $3,311,343,418.75
?This is a low estimate as it doesn?t include antique motorcycles or mopeds,? said James ?Doc? Reichenbach II, State Director of ABATE of Florida, Inc., and Chairman of the Board for the National Coalition of Motorcyclists (NCOM). ?This is over three billion dollars in almost seven years that has been brought into Florida?s economy. Over two hundred million in taxes alone went into the Florida State Treasury.?
Doc also points out that this does not include the almost 4 billion dollars put into the economy from Bike Week and Biketoberfest over the same period.
Registration are annual so they would increase with each year and there are also over 800,000 people with motorcycle endorsements in Florida and that is $5 every time they renew it.
?I hope these figures will help anyone who has heard that Florida motorcyclists don?t pay their fair share,? concluded Doc.
MICHIGAN MUNICIPALITY RESCINDS MOTORCYCLE BAN The Oak Park City Council has unanimously repealed an anti-motorcycle ordinance that prohibited motorcyclists from riding on residential streets between 10pm and 6am.
ABATE of Michigan became aware of this ordinance when one of its members, Oak Park resident David Dolinski, contacted the organization and complained about signs being posted advising of the ordinance. ABATE authorized its attorney, Lawrence S. Katkowsky of Bingham Farms, to look into the matter. Katkowsky, who also serves as the Aid to Injured Motorcyclists (AIM) Attorney for Michigan and is legal adviser to the Confederation of Clubs of Michigan, notified the City that the ordinance was illegal under Michigan law and asked that it be repealed before the 2007 riding season.
Apparently neither the council, the City Manager, nor the City Attorney were even aware that the ordinance was on the books and were not aware that it was being enforced.
Following the council vote ABATE thanked the Mayor of Oak Park, Gerald E Naftaly and the other members of the City Council for their prompt action to remove this ordinance from their books.
SACRAMENTO BIKE PARKING Sometimes all you have to do is ask — just ask Deacon, founder of ABATE of California? ?As many of you know there is now parking for MOTORCYCLES ONLY in Old Town Sacramento, located in the cul-de-sac at the Pony Express Rider statue. A couple of years ago ABATE asked the Mayor for some parking there and lo and behold we now have it FREE,? said Deacon. ?When I went to City Hall for a permit, right in front of the building is MOTORCYCLE PARKING ONLY!!! 10 hours for FREE!!! Like I said?sometimes all you have to do is ask!?
BIKERNET NOISE STUDY AVAILABLE–If you’re having problems with noise issues in your area, you might want to print up the Bikernet Independent Noise Study and share it with law enforcement and the community. It’s designed to point out the Biker’s side of the noise issue in a way anyone can understand and relate to. Just click here: Bikernet Independent Noise Study
MULTINATIONAL FIRM BANS MOTORCYCLES The Multinational firm Johnson Controls Ltd has banned the use of motorcycles ?on company business,? barring thousands of employees across Europe from riding motorcycles under threat of disciplinary action.
A company spokeswoman said: “Motorcycles must not be used by employees on company business,” adding that “The policy covers just under 5,000 Johnson Controls UK-based employees either working in the UK or Europe, in the building efficiency business.”
She said employees were free to ride bikes in their own time, including to and from work, but claimed the policy was ?for the protection of our people?. Johnson Controls employs 136,000 people worldwide.
An anonymous employee who made the policy public said; ?If all the blue chip companies start to do this then motorcycling is no longer an alternative form of transport.?
ROAD PRICING HEATS UP IN ENGLAND Opposition to the Government road charging plans is growing throughout England, with an online petition against the pricing scheme has made national news after collecting over a half million signatures.
Road pricing would involve a huge infrastructure of a combination of beacons and gantries, or satellites, possibly even all three, to monitor where your vehicle travels and charge you accordingly. The current fear is that road users will have to pay to have on-board ?black box? sensors installed that are necessary for vehicles to be recognized and their owners charged.
Motorcycle Action Group (MAG) of the United Kingdom is totally opposed to the level of surveillance and control which the road charging plans represent, and questions the motives of the government in proposing it.
MAG-UK points out that it may be no coincidence that the technology necessary to achieve the level of surveillance necessary to implement road charging, could also be used to achieve vehicle speed control to automate the enforcement of speed limits with a zero tolerance policy.
WIERD NEWS: ?DEAD? BIKER RETURNS HOME AFTER TWO YEARS An Australian man mistakenly certified as dead following a horrific motorcycle accident two years ago was reunited with his family last week after a social worker helped to identify him.
Samy Pillai, 50, was believed to have been killed in a hit-and-run accident in June 2005, after his wrecked motorcycle was found along the same stretch of road as a body mangled beyond recognition, the Star newspaper says.
But he was found to be alive, although speechless and partially paralyzed by the accident, after a social worker encountered him hobbling around on crutches almost 200 miles from his home and took him to authorities, who identified him from his thumbprints. Mr Pillai’s wife confirmed the man was her husband, but how he spent his years away from home remains a mystery. The couple have nine children, the newspaper reported.
“I am glad Samy Pillai has been reunited with his family who had all this while thought the unidentified body had been his,” the newspaper quoted Andrew Raju, the social worker, as saying.
NCOM HONORS FALLEN RIDERS, INVITES NAMES TO BE SUBMITTED The NCOM Convention hit last weekend, the National Coalition of Motorcyclists requested that MRO’s, motorcycle clubs, and riding associations submitted the names of those members and supporters who died since May 2006. They honored 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.
The 22nd annual NCOM Convention was held Mother?s Day weekend, May 10-13, 2007, at the Hilton Charlotte University Place, located at 8629 JM Keynes Drive in Charlotte, North Carolina. Reserve your room now for the special NCOM rate by calling (704) 547-7444 or 1-(800) HILTONS.
Hosted by ABATE/Concerned Bikers Association of North Carolina and the Confederation of Clubs North Carolina, this annual gathering drew over a 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.
To pre-register for next year?s convention in Texas, call the National Coalition of Motorcyclists at (800) 525-5355 or visit www.ON-A-BIKE.com.
QUOTABLE QUOTE: ?The United States is a nation of laws; badly written and randomly enforced.?
–Frank Zappa, American musician & songwriter (1940-1993)
May 10, 2007 Part 3
By Bandit |
Continued From Page 2
THE SPORTSMAN?S DOUBLE–I pulled up to an older woman at a club last night. She was an absolute stunner but then she told me she was 57 years old, despite looking much younger. We drank a bit, had a bit of a snack & she asked if I’d ever had the “sportsman’s double,” …a mother and daughter threesome?
I said no.
We drank a bit more, then she says that tonight was my lucky night.
I went back to her place.
She put the hall light on & and shouted upstairs:
“Mum you still awake?”
–from HS Hamster
WHATS NEW AT TODD?S CYCLE–Bandit…How’s life? Hope all is well. Wanted to send a quick note on what is goingon around Todd’s Cycle lately
Here is a picture of the new Hole Shot Grips. We had a great responsefrom these in Laughlin. Check them out… image attached.Also, we just setup a Blog on the Todd’s Cycle site called Todd’s Thoughts(www.toddscycle.com/blog) with RSS feed too. That way visitors can keep upon what is happening around the shop as it happens. We will be postingparts deals here as well.
We are off to Santa Maria for Motorcycle Mania next weekend and plan onbringing up some new parts as well as showing the 120ci (150hp / 300 lbs)sportster called PickPocket, see image above.
See you in Santa Maria
Ride hard, ride fast!
Eric
Todd’s Cycle
15665 Commerce Lane
Huntington Beach, CA 92649
714-901-4516
www.toddscycle.com
Here?s the shoot today. Model all lined up, but was a no show, what?s new in LA LA land?
Models are 98% of the time a drag.. Peter
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HINES LEAVES GATEWAY INTERNATIONAL RACEWAY WITH ONE CRUCIAL ROUND VICTORY–Krawiec Suffers First Round Loss MADISON, Ill. (May 6, 2007) ? Andrew Hines knows the new point system could really help the team right now. The three-time defending NHRA POWERade Pro Stock Motorcycle champion is coming off a round victory Sunday at Gateway International Raceway.
Hines, however, has won just two rounds in the first four races of the season on his Screamin’ Eagle/Vance & Hines Harley-Davidson V-Rod. But his hopes of competing for another championship haven’t evaporated because of the new point system instituted by NHRA officials during the off-season.
The top eight riders after the first 11 events of the season will be eligible to race for the title. After the 11th event, the points will be readjusted, closing the gap between the eight riders ? with just 10 points separating each position. That means the No. 8 racer will be just 80 points away from first place. Each round is worth 20 points, making it possible for the eighth place rider to realistically compete for the championship.
Hines was in 11th place coming into the O’Reilly NHRA Midwest Nationals. The good news is that he beat Steve Johnson in the first round. Johnson was No. 7 in the standings. That helped Hines move into ninth place, tied with Antron Brown.
“That round win was just another step toward getting back into the top eight of the point standings,” Hines said. “It was very important considering Steve is ahead of us in points. This year is going to be all about taking out the right people at the right time. We just have to figure out a way to get back into the top eight before Indy (U.S. Nationals at Indianapolis in August).”
Hines turned in a 7.031-second pass at 189.71 mph to beat Johnson’s 7.125 at 187.31 on his Snap-on Tools Suzuki in Round One. Hines then posted a second round loss to Angelle Sampey and the U.S. Army Suzuki team. Hines’ 7.079 at 180.14 on his V-Rod came up short of Sampey’s 6.947 at 192.99.
Hines had qualified in the No. 6 position with a 7.052 at 190.65. Teammate Eddie Krawiec was 12th in points coming into the weekend. Krawiec qualified in the No. 12 spot with a 7.080 at 188.15 before posting a first round loss for the second time this season.
Krawiec’s 7.081 at 188.17 was not quick enough to beat Craig Treble’s 7.027 at 191.46 on his Team Tigue Suzuki.
“We need to do some serious research and development before the next race,” Hines said. “We’re a little behind everyone now and we need to improve our qualifying position in order to bring lane choice into each round. We just need to regroup, focus more on the task at hand and figure it all out. ”
Krawiec may have just four races under his belt with the Screamin’ Eagle team, but he knows the group is capable of turning things around before they take on the next race ? the NHRA Nationals at Route 66 Raceway in Joliet, Ill., on June 7-10.
“We have to remain upbeat and be confident that we can work this out,” Krawiec said. “It’s clear that we’re making improvements. We took the data we had from last week’s DNQ in Atlanta, improved on it and got qualified for the show. We had consistent numbers this weekend and that’s a step in the right direction. We just didn’t have quick enough numbers to get past the first round.”
Harley-Davidson Racing Manager Anne Paluso agreed that the Screamin’ Eagle team knows exactly what needs to happen to be ready for the next race.
“We know this was a disappointing weekend for the team but Andrew did earn some valuable points and now the team has some time to work on the V-Rods,” Paluso said. “There are issues that need to be addressed but we’re confident that the entire team, led by Byron and Matt Hines, will get everything figured out for Chicago.”
Matt Smith earned the event victory, riding his Torco Racing Fuels Buell to his first win of the season.
ANDREW HINES AT GATEWAY INTERNATIONAL RACEWAY
Q1: rained out
Q2: 7.089 seconds at 187.57
Q3: Broke
Q4: 7.052 at 190.65
E1: 7.031 at 189.71 beat Steve Johnson’s 7.125 at 187.31
E2: 7.079 at 180.14 lost to Angelle Sampey’s 6.947 at 192.99
EDDIE KRAWIEC AT GATEWAY INTERNATIONAL RACEWAY
Q1: rained out
Q2: 7.132 at 187.89
Q3: 7.080 at 186.28
Q4: 7.175 at 188.15
E1: 7.081 at 188.17 lost to Craig Treble’s 7.027 at 191.46
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The Screamin’ Eagle/Vance & Hines Pro Stock Motorcycle team is sponsored by Ford Truck, Dunlop, Matco Tools and S100.
SENATOR BRUEGGEMAN?S BILL PASSES INTO LAW–A law that will allow replica motorcycles to be registered without EPA influence was passed into law in Montana. Sen. John Brueggeman, a biker, from Montana and a member of SEMA worked to create the wording and pass the law. If you build a replica Knucklehead, Panhead or Shovelhead, it will be registered as such and you won?t be faced with EPA restrictions. Interesting.
Here is the legal wording soon, so riders can introduce bills in their respective states. Congrats John.
Bandit – here’s the pertinent section of my motor vehicle bill. I was signedby the governor on 4/27
Section 1. Certificate of title — custom-built motorcycle. (1) When aperson applies for a certificate of title for a custom-built motorcycle anda certificate of title or an electronic record of title is created pursuantto this chapter, the certificate of title or electronic record of title mustinclude:
(a) the make, style, year of manufacture, serial number oridentification number of the motorcycle’s engine, and year of manufacturefor the motorcycle, which is the year that the engine was manufactured orthe year that the engine was manufactured to resemble; and
(b) the make and vehicle identification number for the frame of themotorcycle.
(2) If the application for a certificate of title is not accompanied bya previously issued certificate of title that includes the requiredinformation or a certificate from the manufacturer of the motorcycle’sengine or frame, the department may require a vehicle inspection to confirmthe make, year of manufacture, and serial or identification number of themotorcycle’s engine, the frame, or both, and, if applicable, to assign aspecial identification number under 61-3-107.
Section 2. Registration of custom-built motorcycle — exemptions. (1)Upon original registration of a custom-built motorcycle, the owner of thecustom-built motorcycle shall:
(a) pay the fees required in 61-3-321, plus an additional $10 fee, tobe deposited in the state general fund;
(b) certify, in writing, that the motorcycle is:
(i) not used for general transportation purposes; and
(ii) is equipped as required by the state law in effect in the year ofmanufacture of the motorcycle, as determined under [section 1].
(2) A custom-built motorcycle registered under this section is exemptfrom vehicle equipment requirements under chapter 9 of this title unless theequipment was required under state law in the year of manufacture of themotorcycle, as listed on the registration receipt for the motorcycle anddetermined under [section 1].
Chapter Number Assigned 04/30/2007 (H) Signed by Governor 04/27/2007
Senator John Brueggeman
BUB?s SPEED TRIALS 2007 UPDATES–. Dear All,We have updates aplenty as we have been working away to get some information to you for 2007. Topics covered in this emails are:
1) Hotels
2) Motorcycle Numbers
3) Changes to Forms & Entry Types
4) Pre-Entry Forms
5) Volunteering
6) National Geographic Channel
HOTEL INFORMATION:~Once again our host hotel will be the Wendover Nugget Hotel and Casino. Unfortunately we were not able to block a large number of rooms for the public as we have in previous years. The reason for this is that the hotel will not block the entire hotel for our group, due to the holiday weekend (labor day). We were hoping to secure discounted rooms at the other hotels in town, however this did not occur (but we am still working on it for ’08).
This being said- please call your chosen hotel now to make reservations. A full list of all accommodations in Wendover & West Wendover is available for you on our website : http://www.speedtrialsbybub.com/hotel.html.
There is a printable version at the bottom of the webpage for your convenience. There are a range of accommodations to suit your budget.
MOTORCYCLE NUMBERS:~Motorcycle Numbers are distributed on a first-come, first-served basis. Please check number availability prior to entering. If the number requested is taken, you will be required to choose another or have a number assigned. Numbers can be up to 4 digits long (e.g. 1234). It is the entrant’s responsibility to ensure that they have the available means to change or mark numbers on the motorcycle if required. Alpha-numeric numbers can not be used (e.g. 45A). Numbers can not be proceeded by a 0 (e.g. 04, 026).If you have competed previously- your number is automatically reserved for 2007. We will confirm this number when we receive your entry form, but of course at any time you are welcome to give us a quick call to confirm the number.
CHANGES TO FORMS & ENTRY TYPES:~This year we have made some changes to the entry forms. In an effort for you to have even less to complete at registration (just sign and go!), we have added a few fields so they can be completed now while you have time to fill them out- and when you get to registration at the event you just have to sign, pick up your tech sheet, goodies and go racing! Please review the entry forms and ensure that you have filled it out completely.Once again the form is fill able and mail able by just opening, typing and clicking the email button embedded in the form. New for this year are drop-down menus for your class (select from the options available).
We have made an amendment to the requirements for entering multiple riders for the same bike. We have also provided a pre-entry form for changes in class to save you more time in registration at the event. Please read the entry information on our website carefully to ensure that you are entering correctly.
PRE-ENTRY FORMS:~All forms are now available online at: http://www.speedtrialsbybub.com/2007_event/entry-07.htmlYou will need Adobe reader to view these forms, and Adobe 7.0 or later to email them directly to BUB Racing. All forms are fill able (just click and type). Please print a copy for your records also.
VOLUNTEERING:~We are always looking for volunteers to assist us with various aspects of the event. The assistance of volunteers help us to make this event a success. The more we grow- the more help we need for course workers, tech, registration and so on. If you or anyone you know would be interested in volunteering to work- for just a day or the whole week we would be interested to hear from you (or them). For those that work all week, we will subsidize your accommodation cost, and provide you with meals. Have an extra pit crew person you can spare for the day? That helps too! If you have any question about requirements for working please contact Delvene on 530-272-4310.
NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC CHANNEL:~National Geographic will be airing ‘Salt Flats Speedway’ tomorrow night (9et/pt- check your local guide). This program was filmed during SCTA/BNI Speedweek and covers Andy Green’s world record diesel car. The National Geographic documentary that was filmed during our event last year (‘Need for speed: Bikes’) has yet to get an air date- but as soon as we know we will pass the details on. Don’t forget- you MUST be an AMA member to participate in this event. If you are not a member- please contact the AMA for membership (see website for contact info). If you have any questions regarding any information contained in this email please contact us! BUB Motorcycle Speed Trials Information A SPECIAL THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS-Drag Specialties, Parts Unlimited, BUB Enterprises, Bikernet.com, Pingel Enterprises, Potter Lumber, HDT USA, NRHS V-Twin Performance, Buell Bros Racing, Bennett’s Performance, Bakker Motorsports, Dealer-World.com Continued On Page 4
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May 10, 2007 Part 2
By Bandit |
Wire Plus Powersports Electronics– is proud to introduce their new, state-of-the-art digital instrument panel. This new innovative rectangular solid state digital Speedo features a speedometer, tachometer (bar graph tach on rectangle shape only), trip, odometer and all indicator light functions. Unlike most of the digital units on the market, Wire Plus instrument panels feature super bright display technology for true daylight readability with a built-in light sensor for auto dimming for night riding. Various mounting options are available including a flush mount in your gas tank.
Wire Plus has been providing innovative high quality products for the V-Twin market for the past decade and continues to provide their customers with the most cutting edge technology needed to survive in the Harley-Davidson and custom bike markets.
Wire Plus also manufactures a complete line of self-diagnostic wiring systems to fit any stock or custom bike application. Some of the advantages that you get with products from Wire Plus include Solid State breaker technology (the breakers never have to be replaced) and a replaceable start relay that can be purchased at any auto parts store. Their power modules are submersible waterproof and very compact in size with harnesses that are engineered to be smaller than any other on the market. Wire Plus? main focus is on the reliability of everything that they manufacture.
Industry leaders such as Arlen & Cory Ness, Kevin Alsop, Kendall Johnson, OCC, Jessie Jurrens, Russell Mitchell, Jerry Covington, Tim Edmondson, Bill Rucker, Wayne Kemp and Michael Prugh all use products manufactured by Wire Plus. In addition to these world renown custom bike builders, Wire Plus products can also be found on the following production bikes: American Performance Cycle/APC, Apollo Choppers, Big Bear Choppers, Covington Cycle City, DD Customs, Desperado, Edmondson Custom Built, Hellbound Steel Motorcycles, Paramount Custom Cycles, Pro-One, Proper Chopper, Ridley, Spencer Bowman Customs, Swift, V8 Choppers and Thunder Mountain Custom Cycles.
For those interested in obtaining more information on Wire Plus, you can reach them at (620) 221-2417 or check them out online at www.wire-plus.com or email them at sales@wire-plus.com.
Klock Werks Bends the Rules– Undisputed Bagger Kings at Klock Werks bring the award winning World?s Fastest Bagger Exhaust to the Market
May 3, 2007 Mitchell, SD? The World?s Fastest Bagger (WFB?) continues to set the pace for the Bagger aftermarket by launching the innovative ?Double Back?? true dual header system that not only look like a millions bucks, it also provides proven performance.
Manufactured in cooperation with BUB, Klock Werks utilized the design of their ?Double Back?? headers from the WFB to create the all new true duals system that fits with most aftermarket slip on mufflers. Klock Werks Oxygen sensor friendly ?Double Back? header systems give your Road Glide, Road King or any FLH model a finishing touch that provides more than simple eye candy. ?Double Back? true duals perform and come with bungs installed. Never before has a true dual header been routed like Klock Werks has done with the ?Double Back. Klock Werks has bent the rules resulting in the gorgeous ?Double Back? header systems. Leave it to the industry leading innovators at Klock Werks to deliver a punch like this and in time to enjoy this riding season. ?Innovative, clean and smooth Ideas are what drive me, sometimes they appear off the beaten track and may even seem impossible, but that is what keeps us fresh?challenges. Taking ideas from bar napkins or scratch paper to a finished piece that not only works, but truly performs are what keep the design crew at Klock Werks striving to do more with Baggers? said Brian Klock, founder Klock Werks.
Double Back true duals by Klock Werks are available exclusively through Drag Specialties dealers everywhere. Part # 1800-0531 2007 models, Part # 1800-0532 1995- 2006 models. *Bob Woods (Woods Cams) is just one of first believers in the new technology and has recommended them with his new belt drive system.
Klock Werks has developed a broad spectrum of new bagger specific parts based off of the WFB Project Bike. This all new line is distributed exclusively by Drag Specialties and also available at the new bagger devoted website:
Klock Werks continues to design and manufacture innovative new parts and accessories for all motorcycles including adding to their new line of WFB? (World?s Fastest Bagger) parts, fenders, and exhaust specifically designed for touring models. To see the full range of what Brian Klock and the team at Klock Werks is capable of, please visit
Klock Werks is located in Mitchell, South Dakota at 915 S. Kimball. To reach the shop, please call: 605-996-3700 office or 605-996-9900 fax
Witnesses Testify at Telban Trial–Jane Flasch (Rochester, N.Y.) – For the first time Tuesday, witnesses told what they saw the night an off-duty Monroe County Sheriff’s deputy collided with a motorcyclist. The cyclist was killed.
In a surprising move, James Telban?s attorney does not deny alcohol use, but said it didn’t cause the crash. Immediately after his green pickup collided with a motorcycle, former sheriff’s deputy James Telban refused a breathalyzer test.
One of the first officers on the scene said Telban had poor motor coordination, slurred his speech and could hardly stand.
“He was almost falling down on the pavement, that’s why he was holding onto the truck bed,? Officer St. John testified. “He said he must have pulled out in front of someone.”
Blood tests show Telban’s alcohol level was .24 which is three times the legal limit. and his attorney does not dispute he was drinking. But he said the alcohol played no role in what happened.
He blames a blind spot in the intersection and the speed of the motorcycle.
Peter Volkmuth, 27, was riding his motorcycle home from work that September night.
Witness Ronald Birch said the cycle passed him and pulled back into his lane when Telban’s truck pulled out.
“The motorcyclist kind of laid down because the truck was still inching across the road…” Birch testified. “The driver was trapped between the bike and the truck.”
Birch estimated the cycle was traveling 55. The posted speed limit is 40.
Telban?s attorney said, “If he was traveling 40 mph he would have had more than enough time to stop? the accident was going to happen regardless–whether my client had one drink, zero drinks or 50 drinks.”
But the driver of another car said Telban clearly pulled out across two lanes into oncoming traffic.
“I thought to myself, ‘He’s cutting it kind of close,'” Bert Cholewa said. “I saw some sparks and heard a crashing noise.”
James Telban is charged with DWI, and with the most serious charge of vehicular manslaughter.
To prove that, prosecutors must prove more than his drunk driving. They must prove that his condition contributed to the crash which killed Volkmuth.
In the bench trial, a judge, not a jury will decide on the verdict after hearing the evidence. The defense attorney asked for it because he said jurors might hold Telban to a higher standard because he is a police officer.
The Motorcycle Riders Foundation announces opposition to H.R. 984–The Motorcycle Riders Foundation today announced its opposition to H.R.984, a bill introduced into the 110th congress by United StatesRepresentative Henry Waxman. Mr. Waxman?s bill is referred to as the”Executive Branch Disclosure Act of 2007.” This bill would require certainfederal executive branch officials to make a record of and file a reportto the Office of Government Ethics of any “significant contacts” betweenthe executive branch official and any private party relating to anygovernment action.
In announcing its opposition to the Waxman bill, MRF Vice President ofGovernment Relations Jeff Hennie had this to say, “Communication withexecutive level officials is a cornerstone of our lobbying efforts. Webelieve that having the government create a database of citizens of whoexercise this right will have a chilling effect on our ability to mobilizeour members and the motorcycling public to contact the Secretary ofTransportation for example, on issues that effect motorcycles.”
The bill goes on to define a significant contact as “oral or writtencommunication (including electronic communication) that is made by aprivate party to a covered branch official in which such private partyseeks to influence official action by any officer or employee of theexecutive branch of the United States.”In section 602 of this bill it states that the Director of GovernmentEthics shall make “a publicly available list of all private parties whomade a significant contact; and computerized systems designed to minimizethe burden of filing and maximize public access to reports filed underthis title.” Thus our employer, local elected officials, or even a nosyneighbor may have easy access to our views on issues and with whichexecutive level federal official we chose to communicate.
This legislation is increasingly being referred to irreverently as “H.R.1984” in reference to 1984, George Orwell?s classic novel depicting ahorrific totalitarian state.
The Motorcycle Riders Foundation encourages our members, our SustainingState Motorcyclists? Rights Organization partners and all concernedAmericans to contact your member of the United States House ofRepresentatives and express opposition to H.R. 984, the Executive BranchDisclosure Act of 2007. Ride Free Forever
Michael Kerr
MRF Vice President
Contact: Jeff Hennie, MRF Vice-President of
Government Relations
jeff@mrf.org (e-mail)
HAPPY MOTHERS DAY!So, we had this 10 year old cat named Jack who just recently died. Jack was a great cat and the kids would carry him around and sit on him and nothing ever bothered him. He used to hang out and nap all day long on this mat in our bathroom.
Well we have 3 kids and at the time of this story they were 4 years old, 3 years old and 1 year old. The middle one is Eli. Eli really loves chapstick. LOVES it. He kept asking to use my chapstick and then losing it. So finally one day I showed him where in the bathroom I keep my chapstick and how he could use it whenever he wanted to but he needed to put it right back in the drawer when he was done.
Last year on Mother’s Day, we were having the typical rush around and try to get ready for Church with everyone crying and carrying on. My two boys are fighting over the toy in the cereal box. I am trying to nurse my little one at the same time I am putting on my make-up. Everything is a mess and everyone has long forgotten that this is a wonderful day to honor me and the amazing job that is motherhood.
We finally have the older one and the baby loaded in the car and I am looking for Eli. I have searched everywhere and I finally round the corner to go into the bathroom. And there was Eli.
He was applying my chapstick very carefully to Jack’s (the cat) . . rear end. Eli looked right into my eyes and said “chapped.” Now if you have a cat, you know that he is right–their little butts do look pretty chapped. And, frankly, Jack didn’t seem to mind.
And the only question to really ask at that point was whether it was the FIRST time Eli had done that to the cat’s behind or the hundredth.
And THAT is my favorite Mother’s Day moment ever because it reminds us that no matter how hard we try to civilize these glorious little creatures, there will always be that day when you realize they’ve been using your chapstick on the cat’s butt.
–from M. Bragg
STURGIS MOTORCYCLE MUSEUM & HALL OF FAME, INC.APPOINTS HINES TO BOARD OF DIRECTORS– May 2007 – – Sturgis Motorcycle Museum & Hall of Fame, Inc. proudly announces that Kennon D. (Ken) Hines, Vice President of Business Development and Customer Support, Lehman Trikes USA, Inc. has been appointed to its Board of Directors. Hines is a dedicated advocate of the motorcycle industry and the sport. He also is a respected leader throughout the motorcycle community and the industry. Currently, he plays a substantial role in Lehman?s continuing industry innovations, designs and firsts for the trike industry.
The Sturgis Motorcycle Museum & Hall of Fame, like the city of Sturgis is synonymous with motorcycles and people who love them. The museum pays special tribute to the Jackpine Gypsies Motorcycle Club, which was the impetus for the Sturgis Motorcycle Rally honoring motorcycles, and the people who ride them. The City of Sturgis has been hosting the ?world-renown? rally since it began on August 14, 1938. Annually, during the first week of August as many as 600,000 motorcyclists descend on the quiet little town of 6,700 conservative people and the Sturgis Motorcycle Museum & Hall of Fame welcomes them all. The Museum preserves the sport, past riders, racers, and the history of motorcycles with displays that bring the past to life.
The Museum, Board of Directors, and Mr. Hines look forward to working together and building a better tomorrow for the Museum. Pepper Massey, Executive Director of the Museum stated, ?We are extremely fortunate to have someone as knowledgeable about the industry as Mr. Hines serve on our Board of Directors. We expect that his expertise and professional experience will have a positive impact on our future. We welcome his participation and look forward to a long and beneficial relationship.?
Hines stated, ?I am honored that the Sturgis Motorcycle Museum & Hall of Fame has chosen me to serve as a member on their Board of Directors. I hope that working together we can build an even greater legacy for the future of motorcycling and its lifestyle by preserving the history of the machines and the people who have made it the great sport that it is today.?
Top 50 Rally Park Announces the Expansion of the?Legend Top 50 Custom Bike Show?!–
TOP 50 RALLY PARK SCHEDULE OF EVENTS 2007Conveniently located between Sturgis and Rapid City just off I-90 at exit 46, this 12 acre destination is open Sunday August 5th through Sunday August 12th from 10:00am to 7:00pm. The Top 50 Rally Park will be the EXCLUSIVE host to The Legend Top 50 Custom Bike Show, customs from Boyd Coddington?s Garage, and the Suicide Girls. The Top 50 Rally Park is a must-see destination for any Sturgis Rally enthusiast. For a continually updated list of events, vendors, featured builders and guests log onto www.Top50RallyPark.com.
DEMO RIDESAn Oklahoma-based manufacturer, Ridley Motorcycles has been producing clutch-free motorcycles for more than 10 years. These cruisers look, sound and feel just like any other cruiser, but have no clutch to master. Just twist the throttle and go. Take one for a test ride yourself August 5th through the 11th at Top 50 Rally Park.www.ridleymotorcycle.com
MONDAY | AUGUST 6thHotBike Magazine is hosting a charity ride benefiting Kids and Chrome. Participants will gather at Top 50 Rally Park between 10:30 and 11:30 for registration, then take off at noon. The ride features stops the locals prefer and takes participants through the scenic Black Hills and grasslands of South Dakota and Wyoming. Riders will arrive back at Top 50 Rally Park around 6:30pm for a reception. www.Top50RallyPark.com
TUESDAY | AUGUST 7thThe Dakota Classic Car and Custom Motorcycle Auction features 60 classic cars and 60 motorcycles that will be set up for viewing from 10am till noon, then auctioned off from noon to 4pm. Harley Davidson?s and custom built bikes will be on the auction block along with classic car models from the 1930?s through the 1970?s, hot rods and muscle cars.
Red Bull TNT Freestyle Motocross features legends landing right in front of you, nine time X-game medalist Tommy ?Tom Cat? Clowers and Jeff ?Full-Tilt? Tilton. Performing more than 50 demos per year clearing an 80- ft gap between two Red Bull freestyle ramps, performing maneuvers like the ?superman? and ?stripper? that have made FMX the high?light event of the X-Games! Multiple shows are slotted for 1:00pm, 3:00pm and 5:00pm Tuesday the 7th and Thursday the 9th. www.tntfmx.com
SuicideGirls. If you haven?t heard about these colorful pinup girls and their show or seen them on Showtime, where have you been? These pierced and tattooed ladies known collectively and affectionately as SuicideGirls will be signing autographs and taking pictures exclusively at the Top 50 Rally Park.?They?re the girls next door but more colorful and with better record collections? -Spin Magazine.www.suicidegirls.com
Icon Motor Sports ?From the streets ? For the streets?. You won?t want to miss the biker fashion show that features the suicide girls sporting everything from helmets and boots to casual wear and jackets. Shows start at 2:00, 4:00 and 5:00 pm. Icon riding gear will be on display and for sale at Top 50 Rally Park.www.rideicon.com
Discovery Channel Biker Build-Off Winner Dave Perewitz will have his hand crafted Hardlife and Lowlife based bikes on display, while selling and signing his newest book ?Dave Perewitz: Chopper Master and King of Flames?. www.perewitz.com
Discovery Channel Biker Build-Off Winner Brian Klock will have his World?s Fastest Bagger here! That?s right, the Discovery Channel Build-Off winning bagger that set a new AMA land speed record in Bonneville will be on display!www.kustomcycles.comLaura Ellifson the world record holder on the world?s fastest bagger with a speed of 147.359 mph will be at the Rally Park with the Klock Werks crew!www.kustombaggers.com
WEDNESDAY | AUGUST 8th
The Official AMD World Championship of Bike Building after party will bring bikes and bike builders from the site of the AMD competition to Top 50 Rally Park. Here the industry?s top vendors and builders will come together for a night of celebration while admiring the latest creations of the ?world?s best? builders.
The Kids and Chrome Hardlife based raffle bike built by New York City Choppers will be on display all day. Stop by and purchase your chance to win a one of a kind custom and donate to a great cause.
Icon Motor Sports From street wear to safety gear and leathers, the Icon fashion show has it all… including the sui?cide girls! Shows start at 5:30 and 6:00pm. For those who want to look their best while they ride, Icon gear will be on display and for sale at Top 50 Rally Park.
THURSDAY | AUGUST 9th
The ?Legend Top 50 Custom Bike Show? has added more classes this year, expanding Sturgis Rally?s biggest and best bike show! Returning classes include the Hardlife, Lowlife and Open or custom divisions. Now the event now welcomes modified Harley Davidson?s in the Modified Harley Baggers and Modified Softail classes, Metric Sport bikes and Metric Cruisers along with an International class. Log onto www.top50rallypark.com to pre-register and learn more about this exciting event.
Boyd Coddington?s Garage one of a kind custom rods and bikes as seen on TLC?s American Hot Rod will be on display. Duane Mayer of Boyd Coddington?s Garage will have his custom built Lowlife motorcycle on display and will be on hand to sign autographs from noon till 6:00pm.
Red Bull TNT Freestyle Motocross Big names and big air… the TNT Freestyle Motocross event will be back at Top 50 Rally Park with shows slotted for 1:00pm, 3:00pm and 5:00pmwww.tntfmx.com
SuicideGirls. The pierced and tattooed ladies will once again be available for pictures and autographs.Check them out at www.suicidegirls.com
Icon Motor Sports Icon Motor Sports will be showcasing the latest in street wear and ridding gear during a fashion show featuring the suicide girls. Shows start at 2:00, 4:00 and 6:00 pm. www.rideicon.com
Discovery Channel Biker Build-Off Winner Dave Perewitz Meet custom bike builder and author Dave Perewitz in person and see his hand crafted Hardlife and Lowlife based bikes on display. www.perewitz.com
Discovery Channel Biker Build-Off Winner Brian Klock will have his World?s Fastest Bagger here! That?s right, the Discovery Channel Build-Off winning bagger that set a new AMA land speed record in Bonneville will be on display!www.kustomcycles.comLaura Ellifson the world record holder on the world?s fastest bagger with a speed of 147.359 mph will be at the Rally Park with the Klock Werks crew!www.kustombaggers.com
Miss Miller Light. Debbi Davids is the former two time (2005-2006) ?Miss Sturgis?, the 2007 ?Miss Miller Lite? and a current Playboy Special Editions model. She has been featured in Biker Magazine, on the Speed Channel, Howard Stern, Paul McCartney?s ?The space within US? DVD and much, much more. This year Debbi will be at Top 50 Rally Park, signing her poster which features a custom Miller Lite bike, taking pictures, and selling and signing her Playboy special edition magazines from noon till 8:00pm.
FRIDAY | AUGUST 9thTop 50 Rally Park is proud to present the ?Bike for Breast Cancer Charity Ride?. The event will benefit the Ameri?can Cancer Society. At 10:00am, bikers from across the country will meet at Top 50 Rally Park at for registration and will take off on a charity motorcycle ride through the scenic Black Hills of South Dakota at noon. When they return riders will be greeted with a reception party and women?s awards ceremony.
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May 10, 2007 Part 1
By Bandit |
Welcome to another week of Bikernet?s Thursday News! Bandit won?t be joining us today as he is in route to the NCOM Convention in North Carolina. He?s there to present his noise study and to be a keynote speaker Friday morning. He?ll talk about his take on the motorcycle industry; his involvement, how the government is trying to put a wedge between riders and their seats, and how we all need to stick together to fight back. We don?t want to give an inch to the EPA or anyone else. In fact, there are a few inches we need to get back in the form of mandatory helmet laws and noise restrictions. If you?re one to sit back and wait to see what happens, please start doing something instead. The more voices that speak out, the better chance we have of being heard. OK, no more preaching from me, just some good news. I may have one or two more things to talk about but I?ll spare you till the ending.
Layla
ENVY CYCLE UPDATE–I’ve attached two images of 1 of 2 new pipes I’m putting into production this week. The images are of the Streetwalker FMJ (Full Metal Jack-It).The FMJ is a 2 into one with 1 3/4″ head pipes stepped up to 1 7/8″ coming into a merge and a 3″ collector. It’s made entirely of 16 gauge DOM tubing. It’s is designed to fit stock bikes with either evo or twin cam motors.
It is available with O2 bungs for O2 sensors and Dyna owners take note, it is transmission mounted. Bracket and bracket hardware are included. The FMJ comes with the full sleeve, heat shields and different bolt on tips will be available.
Designed to have an old school look the FMJ’s will be available in black ceramic or the new titanium ceramic shown in the pictures. The full sleeve heat shields require the rider to make a serious choice between chrome, brushed satin finish, ceramic, black or titanium. The pipes are also available in show chrome with the same choices on heat shields. For the feint hearted a small vortex baffle is available that bring the decibels down a couple of notches on the decibel gun.
The FMJ’s are also available in a RSD version that will fit a 300 belt or 330 chain. The RSD application is not intended for cable clutch applications.They will be available very soon on our website,
Legend Top 50 Custom Bike Show Expands!!&Top 50 Rally Park Adds to List of Events!– Top 50 Rally Park has some big names and big events coming to the property during the 2007 Sturgis Motorcycle Rally including the biggest and best bike show of the rally. The Legend Top 50 Custom Bike Show has added several classes to the competition this year making it even bigger that before!Attached is a press release and event pictures. Please let me know you have received this information and in what issue it may run in your publication or when it would be posted on your website. If you have any questions, concerns, or would like more pictures of the events taking place please contact Tyna Bower Top 50 Rally Park at 605.737.4200.Thank you for your time and assistance.
Tyna Bower
ULTIMATE PRIMARY KIT– Looking for a primary drive for that ground-up custom? Look no further. PRO-ONE has taken the guess work out of choosing compatible components that look as good as they perform with this all inclusive BILLET PRIMARY DRIVE KIT. You?ll get everything you need from the awesome triple chrome plated billet CNC machined inner and outer primary covers to the clutch basket, compensating sprocket, clutch spring, chain, tensioner, seals, gaskets and Barnett Extra Plate clutch kit. The optional ?Smoothie? style outer primary cover is one trick unit and eliminates the need for separate derby and inspection covers.
For complete details contact your nearest PRO-ONE dealer or contact them direct at 800-884-4173. On the web at www.pro-one.com
Writing another chapter in the ?Old School? Bible!–The new, 168 page 2007 Jammer?s Handbook features over 2,100 way cool retro style goodies, and has something for just about everybody who luvs Old School Cool! Whether you?re looking to build a ground-up rigid Pan?, breathe new life into an old swingarm Shovel, or just pimp out your late model ride, the new Jammer?s Handbook is for you!
Jammer Cycle Products was founded back in 1970, and the Jammer?s Handbook has been the bible for old school riders ever since. Jammer products are distributed exclusively by Custom Chrome, and the new 2007 Jammer?s Handbook and all the Cool stuff featured in it are available through 6,500+ Custom Chrome Dealers worldwide. To locate a dealer in your area contact; U.S.A.: Ph: 1-800-597-6467. Website: www.jammerclub.comEurope: Ph: +49 (0) 671-88888-0. E-mail: info@customchrome.deJapan: Ph: 03-4496-4473. E-mail: Japan@customchrome.com
Jammer Cycle Products…Doin? it the old school way since 1970!
KNOCK OUT MOTORCYCLES MOVING UP– Thanks again for the great snap on write up ? we?ve gotten some calls about it. Just got done reading your latest issue of the news and what?s going on with your build. It seems to be pointed in the rite direction ? have fun.
I was checking out the golf ball theory you were going over with Rick and it even goes a step further. I am apart time golfer, not a hacker, but no pro either. I do it to relax and get away from the phone. Its also easy when I live on an upscale golf coarse here in AZ. Anyways, Nike & Callaway have taken dimple technology and modernized it. Hexagonal dimples flow better than round moon shapes. You need to see the their respective websites for all the techno jargon ? but I guess it works. I play Callaway balls and get some better distance ?. Anyways, just thought I?d throw that in!!!
We here at Knock Out are big fans of building customs the ?rite way? when it comes to front ends. We build em to ride em and for that to take place, trail must be understood first and foremost. We go so far as to do ruff cals with the customer while discussing his / her build. We calculate as closely as possible using a great tech sheet from the rb racing web site (http://www.rbracing-rsr.com/advchoppercalc.html) ..This is also helpful as a tool so that our customers understand what we are doing ? some don?t care ? but most are grateful that we will build a bike that is as ?rite? as possible. Its getting tuffer and tuffer to sell a custom these days given the ?drier? market, so we need to make sure we are not just a bike assembler .. we are custom builders / fabricators!!! We need to be better than the next guy and pay attention to all aspects of the build. We sometimes tell guys ?no? ? what you want will not work and we will not build it. +5? up with +6? out having a +12? front end is gonna flop over like a mother f-er ?. So let?s try doing it this way?.
Anyways ? I just thought you might like that link. It works!!! Don?t know if Ralph told you, but we are moving. Our new address as of 5/15/07 will be :
638 W. Broadway Rd.Ste 314
Mesa AZ 85210
We are moving in with our bond company and increasing our foot/2. Phone and fax will stay the same. Website is being renovated as well ? we are adding e-commerce and more content.
Have a good weekend ? I’m off to pack more boxes!!! What a way to spend my 40th birthday ? ain’t that a bitch??!!
Later-
Matt Michalek
V.P. of Operations
Knock Out Motorcycle Co.
480-279-1734 / 480-279-1743 – fax
www.ralphrandolph.com
RIVERA/PRIMO?S OFFSET INNER PRIMARY COVERS–Here’s a quickie on Rivera/Primo’s OFFSET INNER PRIMARY COVERS, designed forSoftails, 1990-2006.
These lustrous chromed beauties typify the dedication our craftsman areknown for…Designed to Fit, Engineered to Last.What more could a guy (or gal) hope for !!
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PLAN / ANALYZE / EXECUTE / REANALYZE–
4 Ladies, 5 Hours, 1 sweet bike built for 2 great causes!
Gina Woods XX Chrome?s All Women Bike Build.The recipe called for 4 women to assemble a bike on stage at Ken and Bonnie Juza?s Midwest Cycle Mania show in Green Bay Wisconsin on Saturday April 21st. 8 hours, was the time frame for us girls to get this bike together and fired up. The ingredients list included Laura Ellifson of Klockwerks, Tami Walker of Diva Customs, Jody Perewitz of Perewitz Cycle Fab, and myself Sara Liberte of Rt?s North Hills Cycle Inc.
The 4 of us girls had implemented out best work ethic and plan of attack. We started with the front end, got the bike tied down and then Tami and Laura grabbed the engine off the engine stand, carried it over to the lift, set it on the edge while Tami got into position, I grabbed the engine shaft and Tami lifted that 80? Evo right into the frame! We all got straight to work and didn?t stop. Awesome team work by the 4 of us, we stayed focused and about 5 hours 5 minutes later the bike fired up on our first turn of the key! It was exciting for us all, but I have to say the best part was handing the key over to the two foundations that will hopefully benefit immensely from this bike build, The Ribbon Of Hope Foundation, and the freepapsmear.org Marti Spittell Ziegelbauer Foundation.
Gina Woods XX Chromes All Woman Bike Build was a huge success thanks to the many sponsors and help from so many people involved. The Open Road Radio crew, Vandervest Harley Davidson, Action Cycle, Advantage Trailer, Jason of Diva customs, Brian Klock, Dan Cheeseman, Mac Tools, Ironworks Magazine, Geico Motorcycle, Miller, Metzeler Tire, Zippo, Doc?s Harley Davidson, US Bank, Roadrunner Motorcycle Touring, Cyclefocus, and The Jerry Parins Cruise for Cancer.
Oh, and did I mention we got this thing built and fired up with the first turn of the key in 5 hours 5 minutes! Now that?s how you ?Git ?Er Done?.
Open Road Radio ? www.openroadradio.com
XX Chromes All Women Bike Build www.xxchromes.com
Diva Customs ? www.divacustoms.com
Klock Werks Kustom Cycle ? www.kustombaggers.com or www.kustomcycles.com
RT?s North Hills Cycle ? www.northhillscycle.com
Sara Liberte Photography and Image Fusion ? www.saraliberte.com
Perewitz ? www.perewitz.com
A Cruise for Cancer ? www.cruiseforcancer.org
Marti Spittell-Ziegelbauer Foundation ? www.freepapsmear.org
Ribbon of Hope ? www.ribbonofhope.com
Forge-Tec Motorcycle Wheels Now Available for Victory Motorcycles–Oxnard, CA- Forge-Tec Motorcycle, an industry-leading manufacturer of high-end forged aluminum wheels, blanks and OEM supplier to many of the industry?s leading wheel and bike manufacturers is proud to announce that they now make all 13 of their industry leading wheel styles for the complete Victory Motorcycle model line up. Mark Finnie, GM for Forge-Tec stated, ?We have fielded hundreds of calls from Victory owners and dealers alike asking if we made wheels for Victory motorcycles which sparked our interest in this new program. After much research and development, we have created a complete bolt-on wheel, rotor and pulley which require no modifications. Just swap them out and you?re back on the road.?
Victory Motorcycles is a division of Polaris Industries with annual sales in the billions. Polaris also designs, engineers, manufactures and markets snowmobiles, all-terrain vehicles (ATVs) and the Polaris RANGER for recreational and utility use.Polaris has distribution facilities across the Midwest, wholly-owned subsidiaries in Australia, Canada, France, New Zealand, Norway, Sweden and the United Kingdom representing 425 dealers, and 32 international distributors representing 775 dealers.
All Forge-Tec wheels are rotary forged utilizing one of their proprietary forge presses using only ?virgin? aircraft grade 6061 aluminum?.there?s no recycled aluminum in their products. Forge-Tec Motorcycle and Accessories is a division of Advanced Metalforming Technologies which also has an automotive division. AMT?s manufacturing and process technology capabilities are unparalleled in this industry and provide the company with a significant competitive advantage and has the capacity to build 50,000 wheels per month on a 3 shift operation.
Forge-Tec Motorcycle wheels are available in a wide variety of popular sizes in either show polish or a luxurious chrome finish for Harley, custom bikes and now all Victory models applications (including the new 23? x 3.5? front wheel and 20? x 10.5? rear wheel), with matching rotors, pulleys and sprockets. All wheels go out shipped with the rotors and pulley attached and torqued to OEM specs which eliminates a lot of guess work at the dealer level and ensures that wheels arrive to their customers in perfect condition.
For further information, please contact Forge-Tec Motorcycle directly at 805-982-9820. Forge-Tec Motorcycle Wheels and Accessories, 950 Richmond Ave., Oxnard, CA 93030. www.forgetecmotorcycle.com. Dealer inquiries invited!
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May 10, 2007 Part 4
By Bandit |
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2007 AMA SUPERMOTO SCHEDULE REVISED– Hartford, Oklahoma City and Galveston added to 10-race schedule PICKERINGTON, Ohio (May 8, 2007) ? AMA Racing announced today that the 2007 AMA Supermoto Championship schedule has been revised, adding events in Oklahoma City, Okla. (Sept. 9) and Galveston, Texas (Nov. 3) and moving the Hartford, Conn., event to a new date (Aug. 25) and location.
Each venue will welcome their inaugural AMA Supermoto Championship race. Stafford Motor Speedway near Hartford, Conn., will now host Round 5 of the series, Oklahoma Motorsports Complex in Oklahoma City, Okla., will host Round 7 and one of the largest motorcycle rallies in the nation, the Lone Star Rally in Galveston will host Round 9. Both the Denver stop at Invesco Field and Connecticut?s round at MotoTown USA have been removed from the schedule due to local ordinance issues.
The AMA Supermoto Championship is one of the most exciting series in two-wheel racing, with both dirt and pavement sections that form a race course combining the attributes of supercross, flat track and road racing.
The series kicks off on May 19, with a first-time visit to the Verizon Wireless Amphitheatre in St. Louis, and culminates on Nov. 11 at Troy Lee Design?s Duel at the Docks in Long Beach.
?We are very excited about the addition of the latest events to the national schedule,? said AMA Supermoto Director, Joel Grover. ?We are working hard with each event promoter to ensure the most successful series so far.?
Combing the United States, the AMA Supermoto Championship will showcase some of the most talented motorcycle racers in the world, including racing legend and current AMA Supermoto Champion, Jeff Ward, as well as two young-gun support class Champions in Cassidy Anderson (AMA Supermoto Lites) and Ben Carlson (AMA Supermoto Unlimited).
BIKERNET PHOTO ART EXHIBIT–Ride hard as hell all the way to your babe’s house or ’till you get stopped by the f’n train.
Whiplash Biker Photog
“LIDS YES … LID LAWS NO! STOP CONFUSING THE UTILITY OF HELMETS WITH THEFUTILITY OF HELMET LAWS!”–Bruce Arnold
Fellow Freedom Fighters:–Delaware Freedom Riders, in conjunction with Gary Hilderbrand, LegislativeCoordinator, ABATE of Delaware, is requesting your out of state assistancewith SB 46, An Act to Amend Title 21 of the Delaware code relating tomotorcycle safety helmets…. This Act reinstitutes the requirement ofwearing a safety helmet while operating or riding on a motorcycle regardlessof age…. Full text of the bill can be found here: http://www.legis.state.de.us/LIS/lis144.nsf/vwLegislation/SB+46?Opendocument
We request that you please write to the members of the Senate Public SafetyCommittee, as well as the sponsor of SB 46, Senator Gary Simpson.
It would be most effective if you wrote from the aspect that you are mostcomfortable or knowledgeable about, whether it be social cost, statistics,the device, the law, and/or tourism dollars. The proponents and supportersof this bill are emphasizing the “public burden” and number of lives thatcould be saved by a helmet mandate.
The legislation is still in committee, but Senator Henry (Chairperson) willnot say whether she will hold a hearing or not.
Help us to turn up the heat.
As always, please be courteous. Supporters of SB 46 feel that they are doinga good thing. They just need more education…. You will find the list ofthe Senate Public Safety Committee members and their contact info here:
Margaret Rose Henry (Chair) – District 2 – margaret.henry@state.de.us
Thurman Adams – District 19 – thurman.adams@state.de.us
Catherine Cloutier – District 5 – catherine.cloutier@state.de.us
Charles Copeland – District 4 – charles.copeland@state.de.us
David McBride – District 7 – David.McBride@state.de.us
David Sokola – District 8 – David.Sokola@state.de.us
Sponsor: Senator Gary Simpson – District 18 – Gary.Simpson@state.de.us
Chainsaw and GirlGeek
Delaware Freedom Riders
www.delfreedomriders.com
KRUGGER SUPPORT NEEDED–Hello Bandit, attached picture of my last bike “Goodwood”.I would like compete at AMD Sturgis and ride at Bub Bonneville speedtrial!But I need to find some sponsors, or a major sponsor!
I can change the color of the bike against a free shipping for the bike and fly ticket for me!
Could you help me or give me a good contact?
Fred”Krugger”
www.krugger.net
BIKERNET STEALTH REPORT–Mr. Bandit is coming to Charlotte today! We are glad to have him. It is always a good time talking to him.
Here at STEALTH BIKE WORKS we are waiting on our frame to come back for ourbike we are entering in the SMOKE-OUT bike show. The parts are off to thechromer. Man I am excited about the bike, the SBW pipes by Chopper John arecool and I think the paint scheme is really nice. I tried somethingcompletely different for the paint. I am usually a red, black, or blue kindaguy when it comes to paint but this time after several talks with ourpainter Rusty we decided on something completely different. I am not going togive it away until we get it back.
You know I am kinda crazy I guess about holding onto things, especially oldthings or things that I have memories tied up in. A lady walked into STEALTHBIKE WORKS today and she rides a Street Bob that has been styled to looklike a REAL bobber. Yeah, Milwaukee you missed it again. So back to mystory, I have this old brass EASYRIDERS belt buckle that I have had for atleast 25 years, you know the one with the skull in the middle and EASYRIDERSwrapped around it. She offered me a $100 for it and I turned it down. I didnot sell it because of the times I remember through that buckle and I know Iwould never find one again. I know that may sound stupid but I just couldnot sell it. It also takes me back to a time when that magazine was whatbeing a biker was about.
That is it for this week, we have to get ready for Mr. Bandit’s arrival!
Until next week, RIDE!
STEALTHMAN
Police seize arsenal, arrest top leader of Pagan Motorcycle Club–HAGERSTOWN, Md. (AP) – Police have arrested a 66-year-old Hagerstown man they described as a senior member of the Pagan Motorcycle Club on charges of illegal possession of weapons and explosive devices.Jay Carl Wagner was arrested by members of a task force made up of federal, state, and local law enforcement agencies, state police said in a release.
Armed with a warrant, investigators went to a single-family Hagerstown home about 6 a.m. Wednesday. Before entering the home, they deployed a robot to check for booby-traps or other hazards and then conducted a thorough sweep, police said. State Police said they recovered more than 20 firearms, including handguns and rifles, improvised explosive devices and large amounts of ammunition.
Wagner is barred from possessing such weaponry under state and federal law because of prior convictions, state police said.
He was scheduled to appear before a Washington County District Court Commissioner Wednesday evening.
State police said the raid was part of an ongoing investigation of the Pagan club by a task force comprised of agents with the Federal Bureau of Investigation, the federal Bureau of Alcohol Tobacco and Firearms, state police, and the Washington County sheriff’s office.
THAT?S IT FOR THE NEWS–I?d like to thank all of the hard working photographers that send us photos of beautiful women, that we use for filler. Curt Lout, Ken Conte, Rigid Frame Richard, Andreas, Peter Linney, Pete Alva, etc? I know I?m missing some and I?m sorry, but I want to finish the news and go eat.
Bandit and I have been on the Nutri System diet for about two-weeks now and three words are on my mind constantly, ?I?m fucking hungry?. Today I cheated on Bandit and had a hamburger for lunch. McDonald?s Angus Third Pounder Deluxe. Sinful? I?ve lost three pounds so far but after that burger I?ll probably get it back. Don?t tell Bandit, please.
Just in case you all didn?t know, we have a forum board here on Bikernet. There?s a really good group of regulars that are worth their weight in gold for all their friendship, good advice and teasing. However, today the guys are already trying to get Bandit and Mike Pullin in trouble while Bandit?s in North Carolina. I know men will be men, but I have one word to say about that, ?Meanest?. No worries here.
If you find yourself with some time, check it out. http://forum.bikernet.com/ There is a font of knowledge in there, not to mention really, really great guys. I love them dearly and I?ve never even met them.
Have a great weekend! Layla