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Read More October 11, 2001 Part 4
By Bandit |
Continued From Page 3
WANT TO ACHIEVE MORE THAN 100 PERCENT–
We have all been to those meetings wheresomeone wants more than 100 percent. Well, here’s how you do that.Here’s how you can achieve 103 percent.
First of all, here’s a little math that mightprove helpful in the future.How does one achieve 100 percent?Begin by noting the following:
IF:
A = 1
B = 2
C = 3
D = 4
E = 5
F = 6
G = 7
H = 8
I = 9
J = 10
K = 11
L = 12
M = 13
N = 14
O = 15
P = 16
Q =17
R = 18
S =19
T = 20
U = 21
V = 22
W = 23
X = 24
Y = 25
Z = 26
Then:H A R D W O R K =8+1+18+4+23+15+18+11 = Only 98 percent
Similarly,K N O W L E D G E =11+14+15+23+12+5+4+7+5 = Only 96 percent
But interestingly,A T T I T U D E =1+20+20+9+20+21+4+5 = 100 percent … This is howyou achieve 100 percent in LIFE.
But EVEN MORE IMPORTANT TO NOTE (orREALIZE), isB U L L S H I T =2+21+12+12+19+8+9+20 = 103 percent
So now you know what all those high-pricedconsultants, upper management and motivational speakers really mean when they want to exceed 100 percent!
–Gunracer
A MESSAGE FOR BIN LADEN–Osama bin Laden, your time is short;
We’d rather you die than come to court.
Why are you hiding if it was in God’s name?
You’re just a punk with a turban; a pathetic shame.
I have a question about your theory and laws;
“How come you never die for the cause?”
Is it because you’re a coward who counts on others?
Well, here in America, we stand by our brothers.
AIM/NCOM NEWS–This is a taste of the legislative news pasted in the Bikers’ Rights section. This news is courtesy of AIM. Click on their banner and sign up for their free service. If you’re ever (hopefully never) in an accident, they’ll back your play and see that you are taken care of.
PRAGUE, CZECH REPUBLIC: From the ”Czech A.M.” news folks comes this happy news: Bike sales in the Czech Republic are up 23 percent through August this year. ?That amounts to about 8,000 new bikes sold there. ?I’ve heard tell Prague is a beautiful city. ?Maybe I’ll get my old butt over there someday. ?Probably not, but I can dream can’t I?
TULSA, OK: Williams Travel Center Co. employees from all over North America will return to Tulsa after riding their motorcycles more than 2,000 miles, approximately 200 miles per day, to raise money and awareness for local United Way agencies. ?Forty-four riders departed Tulsa on Sept. 11 and were scheduled to return to Tulsa in time for a parade. ?I took a peek at their Web site, and it turns out they went forward with the ride, in spite of what ELSE happened that day!
Jamie McMurray, in the No. 27 Williams Travel Center NASCAR race car, was scheduled to lead the return parade, along with high school bands, Tulsa firefighters and local dignitaries.
Two Williams employees started this fundraiser, known as Riding the Line, in 1999 as a way to ride their bicycles to raise money for the United Way. ?Last year, 80 Williams employees raised $16 million. ?Because of that success, a motorcycle ride was added this year and the bicycle tour expanded.
Williams will match all new contributions dollar-for-dollar. ?For additional information about Riding the Line or to make a donation, visit the official ride Internet site, accessible from www.williams.com. ?If you click on the ”motorcycle ride” section, turn on your speakers for continuous loud pipes!
BUILDER’S KNUCK FOR SALE–Hey Keith, I’m WAY too busy to do anything to my Knuck, so if you knowanyone looking for a project, please let ’em know! I got 15 grand in itas it sits, not including paint labor for the wheels. – Timhttp://www.armageddontopfuel.com/extra%20pages/hellbilly.html.
It’s gonna be a “Bobber” style Knuckle, all black except for the 8-inch-wide back rim, which is Harley “Birch white” with big black checkers. That’s a 5-speed with a kicker, open belt, linked to an 88-inch S&S late lower end. The cylinders and heads are the unbelievable repops from Anders Nygren out of Sweden, Norway or Denmark (sorry Anders). A Moon “chopper” oil tank, an SJP reproduction Knucklehead frame that’s set up to take the 230 back tire and a new V-Twin springer.
Dual carbs, dual magneto, suicide clutch, jockey shift, open belt, no front brake and kick only….I was gonna finish it, then sell it to reinvest into A.T.F. but…. with this combination I’d just be askin’ for trouble. Besides, somebody would probably get killed on it. So I guess I’m STUCK WITH IT. Good for me………up in the rafters she goes.
–“Tim Conder” If you’re looking for something with class, Tim is a world class builder and artist. Check it out. IT IS THE YEAR 2032 It is the year 2032, and a father and his son walk the streets oflower Manhattan. Approaching the site where the WTC used to be in the endof the 20th century, the father sighs and comments, “to think that righthere used to be the Twin Towers…” The son, not understanding, asks his father: “What are the TwinTowers?” The father smiles and looks at the son, and explains, “The Twin Towers were two huge buildings that used to be here until 2001, when the terrorist destroyed them.” The son looks up to his father, and asks, “And what are the terrorists?” NEW SPRINGERS FROM CHROME SPECIALTIES–This Springer design steps up to the next level in design and performance!Fork tubes are made from seamless drawn over mandrel tubing for acombination of smooth finish and strength.100 percent TIG welded, the welds are polished, filled with copper, and then triplechrome plated so the welds virtually disappear. All other components areC.N.C. machined from billet steel and hollowed-out underneath to reduceweight. The bolts on the trees, rockers and axle are made from heat-treatedstainless steel, polished and flush mounted.Rebuildable oil and piston driven gas shocks are used in springs to dampentravel. ? 4-inch over stock Springer length with 0 degree rake triple trees (not forstock replacement) ? Recommended for custom frames with at least 38degrees neck rake. ? Bottom tree has machined groove that works in conjunction with RollingThunder frames as an internal fork stop (no provision for fork stops onstock-style frames) ? Springer assembly is lighter than stock. ? Accepts stock style Springer wheel and brake assemblies ? Headlight mounting hole on top of Springer treeaccepts stock headlight ? Stock style fender mounting ? Ships assembled – ready to install 160350 4-inch over stock Springer front end Retail $2,495. You can even buy it here at Parts Direct! BANDIT’S VL FOR SALE–Completely restored by master restoration genius Mike Egan, this motorcycle is for sale for $42,000. Before I had it, it was owned by Lou Kimzey, the man who created Easyriders magazine. An unrestored sidecar is available if interested. E-mail me at Bandit@bikernet.com. WINO JOE SCUTTLEBUTT–Crew, at this time, it’s “USA Forever”! Now we dig in and fight together andput aside ol’ bitches. What’tha hey, after this shit is over, we can getback’ta checkin’chests, or real gang wars. For now, “get over it!” Thereis a real enemy and they might be on “YOUR” street. Find’em and you knowwhat to do with ’em. Communicate with each other. Know your pals!If you are an independent, Rich Urban Biker, hire any biker that hasjust lost a job. This is a good time to pull together asan all American family and fly the flag! Me and The Redhead(half Dago/partCherokee) will eat spaghetti/fry-bread and clean our guns. 500 years ofterror; the American way of life. After this, all that’ll beleft, will be PALS; real “Americans”: Red; White; Black; Brown; and therest of the crew that was stand-up thur this shit. Bikers Can Win! –Ride On! Wino Joe,USA BIKERNET GETS A PAT–We asked Cyril Huze what happened to his project bike and discovered that through Bikernet, he sold it and another rolling chassis at the same time. We’d like to take the credit, but it was actually Cyril’s bike building abilities that drew the attention. You can see the beginning stages of the project in the Bikernet Garage: Here’s what Cyril had to say: “I contacted the guy who bought the chassis, but he is not done yet with the bike. No pictures. One other guy followed the story on your site and building an exact replica. I guide him through email because he is buying my accessories. What he is doing is top. He will send pictures. So, sooner or later I will get pics of these bikes. I am working on a rigid called …..”America”. When finished?(mid December), I can begin to send you the full story, step by step. –Cyril BIKERNET SPORTS SUMMARY–Three football fans were on their way to a game when one noticed a footsticking out of the bushes by the side of the road. They stopped anddiscovered a nude female, dead drunk. Out of respect and propriety, ?theBronco fan took off his cap and placed it over her right breast. TheChargerfan took off his cap and placed it over her left breast. Followingtheirlead, the Raider fan took off his cap and placed it over her crotch. The police were called and when the officer arrived, he conducted hisinspection. First, he lifted up the Bronco cap, replaced it and wrotedownsome notes. Next, he lifted the Charger cap, replaced it and wrote downsomemore notes. The officer then lifted the Raiders cap, replaced it, thenlifted it again, replaced it, lifted it a third time, and replaced itonelast time. The Bronco fan was getting upset and finally asked, “What are you, apervertor something? Why do you keep lifting and looking, lifting and looking?” Well,” said the officer. “I am surprised. Normally when I look under aRaider hat, I find an asshole”. John Stuart Mill SLOGAN OF THE WEEK– “War is an ugly thing, but not the ugliest of things. What’s worse are the decayed and degraded state of morale and patriotic feelings, and thinking that nothing is worth war. A man who has nothing for which he is willing to fight, nothing he cares about more than his own personal safety, is a miserable creature who has no chance of being free, unless made and kept so by the exertions and blood of better men than himself.” -John Stuart Mill BIKERNET FOREIGN CORRESPONDENT–Recently it was reported that the photograph of our correspondent positioned on the top of the World Trade Center was a fraud. Actually he is our oldest correspondent as evidenced by the above photos. INTERNATIONAL NEWS BRIEF– Three men, a Canadian, Osama bin Laden and President Bush are out walking together one day. They come across a lantern and a Genie pops out of it. “I will give each of you one wish, that’s three wishes total,” says the Genie. The Canadian says, “I am a farmer, my dad was a farmer, and my son will also farm. I want the land to be forever fertile in Canada. “With a blink of the Genie’s eye, ‘POOF’ the land in Canada was forever made fertile for farming. Osama bin Laden was amazed, so he said, “I want a wall around Afghanistan, so that no infidels can come into our precious state. ” Again, with a blink of the Genie’s eye, ‘POOF’ there was a huge wall around Afghanistan. “President Bush, asks, “I’m very curious. Please tell me more about this wall.” The Genie explains, “Well, it’s about 15,000 feet high, 500 feet thick and completely surrounds the country; nothing can get in or out—virtually impenetrable.” “President Bush ” says, “Very impressive. Fill it with water.” TEAM VESCO RACING ONCE AGAIN– On Oct. 17, beginning at 10 a.m. (MST), land speed racer Don Vesco, driving the Turbinator streamliner, will attempt to break the wheel-driven world land speed record. The current mark is 403 mph, set by England’s Donald Campbell, in 1964 at Lake Eyre, Australia. Vesco already holds the national record at 427 mph, set in 1999 at the Bonneville Salt Flats. Earlier this year in August, during BN’s Speedweek, Vesco and the Turbinator snagged the event’s coveted “Top Time” trophy while making a test run. More importantly, the streamliner posted the fastest speed — 459 mph — ever recorded in wheel driven automotive history. This test run sets the stage for the upcoming World Record attempt, Oct. 17 through 21 at the BNI World Finals time trials speed event. Check out our Web site http://www.teamvesco.com WISE WORDS– “Smoking kills. If you’re killed, you’ve lost a very important part of your life.” —Brooke Shields, during an interview to become spokesperson for a federal anti-smoking campaign. I’m nuts, but what do you think about this? I dislike the anti-smoking alligator ads professing that smoking is a profitable legal business, but it kills people (2 outta 3 ain’t bad). I dislike it because they’re on a campaign against freedom. The same ad could be applied to automobiles, eating sweets, any number of freedoms they could attack next. NEED INSURANCE OR ROAD SERVICE–This is just a reminder that the Bros Club is the AAA for motorcyclists. If you break down they’ll take care of you, and triple A won’t if you’re on a motorcycle. They will also give you quote on any kind of insurance you may need, from health to antique bike. LET’S MOVE–I’m sorry guys. I’ve got so much to report and do over the next couple weeks before I load my steamer trunk and sea bag and head to Houston to catch a ship bound for around the world, I’m running crazy. I’ll be online during the trip with a satellite phone and a laptop. While I’m gone, the crew will still be building bikes, covering the drags and running new stories. In fact, we have a line on two new books to be published in the Cantina. I hope to finish the first Chance Hogan novel and write another based on the sea voyage. 
Cyril Huze Custom
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October 11, 2001 Part 3
By Bandit |
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Famous, never-say-die, racing fan and builder Carl Morrow.
CORRESPONDENT FOR BIKERNET COVERS ROCK SUNDAY– This is the last of it. Hal’s H-D along with S&S Cycle Buell entry. Also a pic of one of Jim Nasi’s bikes. There were a lot of very fast times at the “Rock” Sunday. It was cool, in the 60s, a perfect day for drag racing.
Sonny Barger was also there doing a book signing. Lots of people waited in line to get their books signed. Everybody was in good spirits on this day.
As I was walking around in the pits I heard the news about the U.S. bombing of Afghanistan. Everybody started cheering. My first thoughts were right on! Then I thought about being at the races on a beautiful day and hearing the news over the loud speaker. It all seemed very strange to me.
I hope we can rid ourselves and the world of this terrorism that has haunted us for a long time. When walking around in the pits at the Rock, you could see all the patriotism being displayed by the various race teams. On this beautiful day of drag racing, it made you proud to be an American biker enthusiast.
This is a really cool bike. Danny Settle from Washington, D.C., is the owner. Danny and his wife were very helpful in setting up these pictures. Really good people. I wish them luck with their racing for next year.
This is a cool intake system I saw a couple of times at the track. This bike belongs to John Hammock (VROOM Racing)
Here’s the S&S racing monster. Gimme the chills just to look at it.
–Paul
TERRORISM RUNDOWN–Sept. 11th Statistics, The sad but somewhat uplifting side that the mainstream media has not reported yet — the SURVIVAL rates and some positive news about the attacks.
The World Trade Center: The twin towers of the World Trade Center were places of employment for some 50,000 people. With the missing list of just over 5,000 people, that means 90 percent of the people targeted survived the attack. A 90 percent on a test is an ‘A’.
The Pentagon: Some 23,000 people were the target of a third plane aimed at the Pentagon. The latest count shows that only 123 lost their lives. That is an amazing 99.5 percent survival rate. In addition, the plane seems to have come in too low, too early to affect a large portion of the building. On top of that, the section that was hit was the first of five sections to undergo renovations that would help protect the Pentagon from terrorist attacks. It had recently completed straightening and blast proofing, saving untold lives. This attack was sad, but a statistical failure.
American Airlines Flight 77: This Boeing 757 that was flown into the outside of the Pentagon could have carried up to 289 people, yet only 64 were aboard. Luckily, 78 percent of the seats were empty.
American Airlines Flight 11: This Boeing 767 could have had up to 351 people aboard, but only carried 92. Thankfully, 74 percent of the seats were unfilled.
United Airlines Flight 175: Another Boeing 767 that could have sat 351 people only had 65 people on board. Fortunately, it was 81 percent empty.
Airlines Flight 93: This Boeing 757 was one of the most uplifting stories yet. The smallest flight to be hijacked with only 45 people aboard out of a possible 289 had 84 percent of its capacity unused. Yet these people stood up to the attackers and thwarted a fourth attempted destruction of a national landmark, saving untold numbers of lives in the process.
–Gunracer
NEW DOUBLE DD’S SHOP OPENING–The location address is 518 W. San Carlos; the event gets going at noon. Thestripper models start modeling the clothes at about 1 p.m. There will befood, drink and raffles. I also need people to knowthat this shop mostly caters to the night biker. It really isn’t a day shop,at least for right now. We are the ones open after all the other shopsclose.
For right now, our weekly hours will be 5-10 p.m. Thursday and Fridays, and noon to 10 p.m. Saturdays. As we get a little bigger andbetter, we will start having more days and more hours.
You can check out several of the girls at www.lauranna.com. This isthe stripper from AJ’S in San Jose. Oh yeah, the shopnumber is (408) 294-2669.
— Signing off DD Double Dee’s Crime Tee’s
BIKERNET CARIBBEAN REPORT–Seems like we were pretty lucky this year, no major hurricanes have evencome near us and now is the down season. Those pesky storms can screwanyone’s life big time. We have been getting ready for Biketoberfest nextweek, the milder side of Daytona Bike Week. The bikes are on the way andit seems like the weather will cooperate with the event. Also seems likebikers have not been put down by bin Laden and company; most hotels arefull and cancelations few.Here’s a photo of the latest project, a “chopperized” Road King. We got ridof all the fattening gadgets, lowered it a bit and cleaned up the rest.Apes, trimmed bags, clean fenders and low-profile seat gives the bike amore aggresive stance.
The motor has a set of Andrews cams, a power commandercomputer, full Samson pipes and a K&N air filter. A bunch of little detailsand custom paint to round the bike off. We liked it so we ordered a copbike to do a low rider, white walls, metalflake and all. Will post it whendone, for sure.Oh well, now to the news.
Last Sunday the National Guard had its first official ride to raise funds for the guys that have been activatedand their families. About 200 bikes attended the ride through the mountains.Way to go guys! (In case you guys don’t know, the PR National Guard was oneof the first to be activated in this new war.)
The long-awaited unveiling of the V-Rod will take place next weekend inMotorsport (San Juan’s H-D dealer).I heard some of the mechanics took the bike for a joy ride, which prompted ahide and chain action at the dealer’s darkest dungeon. Also heard that thewhole shipment of V-Rods is already sold.
Rumors of a super secret, exclusive party will take place inBiketoberfest this year, and will be for chopper people only, yea! Theonly hint is that a mag with some equine stuff will host. Will post thestories as soon as we survive it.
Our shop plans to have three bikes available for rent for the upcomingHOG Caribbean Rally. There are no bike rental places on the island, so if you’reinterested, e-mail or call early.
As I said before, we will be attending Biketoberfest, so if any of thereaders here see our bikes with PR plates, come and say hi. (Cops need notapply.)
Oh well, short news for this week, the upcoming projects are taking most ofour time, the WCC projects have grown to six, two softails, four rigids.Two sportster choppers and two more no-name rigids, plus what we cansqueeze in between. And you guys thoughtthere were no bikes in this godforesaken island. –Jose, Caribbean Bikernet clueless agent. Continued On Page 4
October 11, 2001 Part 2
By Bandit |
Continued From Page 1
Bikernet Webmaster on long-overdue vacation. We wish her well…
God, if I only looked that good, I’d never leave the house. – Digital
HOSPITAL STORIES ON BIKERNET–Here’s just a taste, check the rest in Knucklebusters:
The Surgeon’s Note.
A nurse was on duty in the emergency room when a young woman with purple hair styled into a punk rocker mohawk, sporting a variety of tattoos and wearing strange clothing, entered. It was quickly determined that the patient had acute appendicitis, so she was scheduled for immediate surgery.
When she was completely disrobed on the operating table, the staff noticed that her pubic hair had been dyed green, and above it there was a tattoo that read, “Keep off the grass.” Once the surgery was completed, the surgeon wrote a short note on the patient’s dressing, which said “Sorry, had to mow the lawn.”?
MAILMAN WINS SEATTLE INTERNATIONAL RACEWAY– OK, it was a small victory in a field of only four bikes, but he took the prize money, all $21, and a plaque to boot, beating out his good buddy Doc Ford (ex-modified racer) for the win.?
He was very pleased with the times his bike was turning, mostly 10.8s and 10.9s. When asked how he felt about the upcoming Vegas drags, he responded, “I’m ready!”
For all the drag racing ladders and coverage, see the “Down the Track” section on Bikernet.
–Helen Wolfe
Bikernet Drag Race Correspondent
SONNY BARGER UPDATE–The tragedies of Sept. 11 have not and will not dampen the American free spirit. If that happened, the terrorists would have won. We take pride in the overwhelming display of unity and patriotism at this time of grief and outrage.
Sonny is setting an example right now, riding 5,300 miles through the heartland and sharing the brotherhood of the road. He will make public appearances in Memphis, Jackson and Nashville, Tenn.; Charlotte and Durham, N.C.; Greenville and Columbia, S.C.; the All-Harley Drags in Rockingham, N.C.; Durham Harley-Davidson; and Biketoberfest in Daytona Beach, Fla. Please forward this message to anyone you may know in these locations to let them know the American legend will be there to see them waving the flag.
Get details of the Southwest Tour (Oct. 3-21):http://sonnybarger.com/meet
The paperback edition of “Hell’s Angel” (with a new introduction about last year’s book tours) is now on sale in the United States, affordably priced:http://sonnybarger.com/book
Over a year ago, most people answered “no” to the poll question “Are you willing to give up personal freedoms in return for a safer society?” Now that the issue is before us in light of new events, let’s see if opinion has shifted:http://sonnybarger.com/poll
REPORT FROM BIKERNET SQUADRON MEMBER–I spent almost 3 years in Germany back in the 70=92s and got to do some traveling. One of the guys in our company actually had relatives in Amsterdam! They do like to party there. Even got to return for a couple of weeks for Reforger (war games) right before I got out. By then I was stationed at Fort Hood. Still was able to visit a lot of folks I had known.
My father had been stationed at the same post I was in Germany only 20 years earlier and two buildings up from mine.
I have attached an image of some of my other toys.
–The Agent
MYSTERY MOTORCYCLE FOR SALE–Unable to steal a photograph, this is all we have:This was built by my friend Sonny in Texas. Thought you might like it. Price reduced to $19,995. For more info check this: http://www.bikerrogue.com
–ROGUE
BIKERNET MUSIC REVIEW–Reader Rich Roseler sent the uneducated, low-culture Bikernet crew a CD of a girl who can sing her heart out for bikers all across the country.
“I’m glad you enjoyed it. She was playing out at Big Dave’s Saturday but Iunfortunately ended up having to leave before she started. She has a Web siteat patsythompson.com,” said R.R.
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October 11, 2001 Part 1
By Bandit |
We’re working with a talented artist on a new Bikernet T-shirt. It will feature the above art, with the title change to: “Terrorist Poker Run 2001.” It will be on black. Let us know what you think. Part of the profits will go to the Red Cross.
Hey,
My ex sent me the perfect solution for the terrorist troubles: Capture Bin Laden, bring him to the States, give him a sex change operation and send him back to the Taliban as a woman. See how he likes living as a woman in Afghanistan. This morning the Taliban punks came on the news to tell the world that we launched a war against the innocent Afgan people. What punks. Did they forget that they declared a religious war against us? So now they’re hiding behind the innocent Afgan people rather than stepping forward and doing battle like men.
Enough of their shit, bikers haven’t slowed down one bit. As you will see by the news, the industry is rocking. We have taken on two new sponsors, both of which deliver services to each and every reader. Aid to Injured Motorcyclists, AIM, came on board with free road service and legal aid for downed bikers. Click on their logo and check out the services, and if you or a brother has an accident call (800) ON-A-BIKE immediately. They’ll take care of you. They are absolutely free and will never hit you for a dime, but they’ll be there the minute you need them. This group of attorneys has also pumped over $3 million back into motorcycle rights groups all over the country through NCOM, the National Coalition of Motorcyclists. We will attend their annual meetings in New Orleans next year.
In addition, Richard Lester, the founder, developed an organization specifically for clubs called the Confederation of Clubs. It was designed to bring the brothers together to ward off problems with the Man and enhance communication between clubs to prevent harmful disputes. It’s been working like a champ. Not many companies in this industry put their money where their mouth is like AIM. I’ve known Richard for 20 years. He’s done a helluva job for bikers.
We have also added another company that is dedicated to bringing you the best prices in aftermarket parts from all the major warehouses–Parts Direct. It’s a shop on line. You might give them a shot.
HARLEY-DAVIDSON RUNNING STRONG–Following is the majority of their third quarter financial report. I just recently purchased some H-D stock. Bikernet is growing and we’re damn proud of what we’re doing, but we’re not rolling in the profits. But, ever since the WTC attack I’ve been making every effort to buy some stock to show support for American business. What better company to buy?
Harley-Davidson today announced record sales and earnings for its third quarter ended Sept. 23. The company’s third quarter sales were $850.8 million, an increase of 19.1 percent over the third quarter last year. Diluted earnings per share were 36 cents, a 34.9 percent increase compared with last year.
“For the first few days following the tragedies of Sept. 11, many of our U.S. Harley-Davidson dealers reported a slowdown in retail activities,” said Jeffrey L. Bleustein, chairman and chief executive officer of Harley-Davidson, Inc. “This was particularly noticeable in areas around New York City and Washington, D.C., As time progressed, however, it appears as if aggregate retail activity has returned to expected levels for this time of year.”
“We remain confident in the continued long-term growth of Harley-Davidson,” said Bleustein. “In fact, we are increasing our 2001 production target for Harley-Davidson? motorcycles from 231,000 to 232,500. At the same time, we continue to carefully watch our internal and external indicators as well as world events so that we can best manage our business through these challenging times.” As previously reported, the company has a 2002 goal of 256,000 Harley-Davidson units which represents a 10.1 percent increase over the new 2001 goal.
Motorcycles and Related Products Segment – Third Quarter Results Third quarter sales of Harley-Davidson motorcycles were $638.2 million, an increase of 20.8 percent over the third quarter last year. Shipments totaled 56,611 units, up 8,534 units or 17.8 percent over the same period.
Sales of Parts and Accessories (P&A), which consist of Genuine Motor Parts and Genuine Motor Accessories, totaled $150.2 million, a 12.6 percent increase from the year-ago quarter. Third quarter sales of General Merchandise, which consist of MotorClothes apparel and collectibles, totaled $44.1 million, a 7 percent increase over the same period last year. On a longer-term basis, the company expects the growth rate for P&A revenues to be slightly higher than Harley-Davidson’s motorcycle unit growth rate. The General Merchandise growth rate is expected to be lower than the motorcycle unit growth rate over the long term.
Third quarter gross margin was 35.5 percent of revenue, up from 33.6 percent of revenue for the same period last year. Gross margin improved primarily due to favorable product mix, worldwide price increases and a higher percentage of U.S. shipments.
Third quarter operating margin for the Motorcycles and Related Products Segment was 18.3 percent of revenue, an improvement on last year’s third quarter margin of 16.3 percent. The increase in gross margin drove the corresponding increase in operating margin.
-Bandit taking a road test on a new V-Rod
INDIAN MAKES NEIMAN MARCUS CATALOG– The Neiman Marcus Christmas Book features an exclusive 2001 Indian Chief Motorcycle among its extravagant indulgences this year.The Neiman Marcus Special Edition Indian Chief Motorcycle celebrates the 100th anniversary of the brand with the introduction of a classically designed motorcycle for Neiman Marcus customers. It features an 88-cubic-inch engine with a constant mesh 5-speed foot shift. This special edition, limited to just 75 units, comes in exclusive-to-Neiman Marcus silver and pearl white paint. The Chief sports black saddle bags with leather fringe, leather handgrips with long fringed tassels and a windshield. The inner and outer primary are chromed, as is the billeted aluminum arrow-shaped shift linkage rod, from the foot lever to the shift lever. Passengers will benefit from the added foot boards. Also included is a 2 year/24,000 mile warranty.
Indian Motorcycles of Dallas was instrumental in the design of this Chief and will handle 35 of the 75 motorcycles. The rest will be processed through the Indian factory in Gilroy, Calif. As of the first week of October, 20 of the 75 motorcycles had been spoken for.
In other transportation-themed gifts, the 75th anniversary edition of the Christmas Book includes a Neiman Marcus Edition 430 Helicopter from Bell ($6.7 million) and the “Silver Belle” Neiman Marcus Limited Edition Lexus SC 430 ($70,000), making the Indian motorcycle a bargain at $24,500.
The Neiman Marcus Christmas Book, first published in 1926 as a 16-page catalog, originally was intended as a Christmas card to its best customers.
ROGUE’S DEALS OF THE WEEK–Black Powdercoated Kraft-Tech Pro-Street FXR Rubber Mount Frame with ChromeNeck Cups. Retails for $1395.00, Rogue $1000.00
American Suspension Inverted Fork Front End. Retails for $2500.00, Rogue$1500.00
Chrome Swingarm for Wide Tire FXR Frame with all hardware. Retails for$1021.00, Rogue $800.00
3 Spoke Rear Mag Wheel 16x 5.5 wide. Retails $1099.00 Rogue $900.00
3 Spoke Belt Pulley to fit above wheel. Retails $599.00 Rogue $400.00
3 Spoke Front Mag Wheel 16x 3.5 wide. Retails $899.00, Rogue $700.00
Set of American Suspension Shocks 11 inches long. Retail $499.00, Rogue $400.00
Russell 11-inch Stainless front rotor #47000. Retail $99.00, Rogue $70.00
Russell 11-inch Stainless rear rotor #47005. Retail $99.00, Rogue $70.00
Set CCI Stretch Gas tanks #15-216. Retail $389.99, Rogue $300.00
Billet Aluminum Dual Piston Brake Caliper. Can be used Front or Rear Retails$350.00, Rogue $200.00 ea.Photos available on most items. Contact Rogue at rogue@bikerrogue.com orvisit his web site at http://www.bikerrogue.com
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REV UP YOUR MODEM, THE 2002 VICTORY IS ON ITS WAY–If you’re curious about what Victory Motorcycles has up its leather jacket sleeve for 2002, log on to www.victory-usa.com on Oct. 19.That’s when the 2002 Victory models will be introduced online in conjunction with a public introduction of the new Victory lineup at Biketoberfest in Daytona Beach, Fla.Looking for more power? Awesome new styling? All-new models?
It’ll all be there. Just rev up your modem and visit www.victory-usa.com.
For more information on Victory Motorcycles, including a dealer locator, visit the Victory Web site at: www.victory-usa.com. A dealer locator service is also offered toll-free at 1-800-POLARIS.
CELEBRITY-SIGNED H-D–Jay Leno’s 2001 Harley-Davidson, featuring permanent signatures from Hollywood’s biggest celebrities, will benefit The Twin Towers Fund. The listing will go live on Oct. 7 and end Oct. 17.
Host of the top-rated “The Tonight Show with Jay Leno,” Leno already attracted signatures from many of the biggest names in film, television and music including:
*Arnold Schwarzeneggar
*Sylvester Stallone
*Denzel Washington
*Nicole Kidman
*John Travolta
*Nicolas Cage
*Cuba Gooding Jr.
*Salma Hayek
*Pamela Anderson
*Earvin ?Magic? Johnson
*Mira Sorvino
*Leelee Sobieski
*Michael Richards
*Terry Bradshaw
*David Spade
*Martina McBride
*Ed Harris and many more.
Signatures will continue during telecasts of “The Tonight Show with Jay Leno” until bidding closes at noon Pacific Time on Oct. 17.
PARTS DIRECT SPONSORS THE NEW PRODUCTS AREA– Hey Bandit, go make your shameless plug for Parts Direct as the sponsor of the new products area and quit yer bitchin’! Make note of the fact that we have a new sponsor in that area and that it will be a killer place to pick up hot deals on new stuff from Custom Chrome and Chrome Specialties directly from the sponsor. – Digital
KING TAKES DEL MAR IN FORMULA USA NATIONAL DIRT TRACK FINALE Rich King not only claimed his first-evervictory at the Del Mar Mile in the 750cc Super Singles and Twins main eventSunday, but did so in convincing fashion, running away from the field bynearly a straightaway in the Formula USA National Dirt Track Series seasonfinale. A week earlier, King closed out the AMA’s 2001 U.S. Flat TrackChampionship Series with a victory at the DuQuoin State Fairgrounds inIllinois.
“I felt really comfortable on the track and had some great lines, which keptgetting better and better,” said King. “The set up on the bike was spot onfor the main event.”
From the start, King was unstoppable; breaking away to a huge lead over themain pack. However, the race was halted with a red flag at the midway pointso the field could address visibility problems that were encountered due tothe Del Mar racing surface.
“Whenever you get a red flag and you’re in the lead, you worry a littleabout losing momentum, but I felt good at the restart,” he said.
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October 6, 2001 Part 3
By Bandit |
BIKETOBERFEST BROADCAST
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Here’s the rundown for Biketoberfest from the beginning to the goddamn end. Have a helluva time.
10/3-10/10 10th Annual Gold Wing Getaway Vendor’s Expo motorcycle service and accessories, food vendors, 9am-5pm. New Smyrna Beach Airport, 210 Sams Ave.Free. For more info. Call (386) 677-1786.
10/12-10/20 Ride to Biketoberfest for St. Jude’s, Starting in Hattiesburg, MS and ending at Biketoberfest in Daytona Beach, for more information contact Jim Brolaski (601)261-9453 or bluescruzl@home.com
10/12-10/18 Thunder Over Dixie – Ride to Biketoberfest with Stars & Guitars. Ride starts in Nashville, TN and travels through to Southeast to Biketoberfest. For details contact Beau Allen Pancheco (615) 799-9694 or www.thunderoverdixie.com
10/12-10/20 World Famous Iron Horse Saloon? Wall of Death, Motorcycle Olympics & various activities, free concerts with special surprise guests? 8:30AM-3AM (386) 677-1550
10/13-10/21 Hangdawg Saloon at Bikerhaven, US1 North Ormond Beach. Vendors, motorcycle parts, food and live music. 10AM-1PM. For more information call (386) 405-0537, (386)676-2309 or www.hangdawgsaloon.com
10/13-10/21 Bike wash daily by the Bikewashbabes. Hangdawg Saloon at Bikerhaven US1 North Ormond Beach. 12PM-8PM. For more information call (386)405-0537, (386)676-2309, or www.hangdawgsaloon.com
10/14 6th Annual Daytona Harley Davidson Ride for the Boggy Creek Gang Camp – Daytona Harley Davidson – Police escorted ride to benefit Paul Newman?s children camp. For more information (386) 253-Bike or www.daytonahd.com
10/18-10/20 Motorcycle Expo, Daytona Beach Ocean Center, event hours: 10:00am to 6:00pm – An expo of interest to Bikers (and fans of bikes). For more information (386) 252-1511 ext.2569 or www.dbnjshows.com
10/19 PACE Center for Girls – Bike/Car Wash – 200 Magnolia Avenue, Daytona Beach 9AM to 2PM
10/20-11/10 “Boots, Bikes & Babes” Art Exhibit, Fithian Studios – 116 1/2 N. Woodland Blvd., Deland, FL. Photo collage by Ken Concar, mosaic sculpture and furniture by Sally Roach and Lois McKelvy. 6PM-9PM for more information call 386-734-2929 or email fithianstudio@yahoo.com
10/21 1st Annual Biketoberfest Bike Give-Away, “World Famous” Iron Horse Saloon, 1068 N. U.S. 1, Ormond Beach, FL event hours: 5:00pm – Raffle By Donation to benefit Conklin Centers for the Blind. For information call 386.258.3441 or visit our web site www.bikeweek.org
10/12-10/21 Jackson Hole 8th Biketoberfest Celebration, 1081 N. U.S. 1, Ormond Beach, FL, hours: 10:00am-2:00am – entertainment includes: The Nighthawks, Rick Magee and the Roadhouse Rockers, Jethro Tull Tribute, Bill “One Man Band” Jenkins, Ruben Morgan, as well as Great Tattoos, Leather Wear, Crazy Bikes, Bonfires and tasty Steak Dinners, Burgers, Turkey Legs, and Chicken Wings and the coldest beer around. Join us October 21st from 11:00am to 6:00pm for Blessing of Bikes, a praise and worship service with the Brotherhood of Jesus. For information call 386.673.6996 or visit our web site www.jacksonholesaloon.com
Official Biketoberfest? Festival WeekendOctober 18-21, 2001
A festival celebrating the joy of motorcycling. Activities include racing, rides, shows, concerts & more. Contact the Daytona Beach Area Convention & Visitors Bureau, (800) 854-1234, email info@daytonabeachcvb.org for details..
10/18-10/21 Daytona Beach Area Official Biketoberfest? Welcome Center- Visitor Information Center inside DAYTONA-USA – Complete listing of all events, activities & loads of information. Sign in and pick up a free map (386) 253-8669 or www.daytonabeach.com or www.biketoberfest.org
10/18-10/21 City of Daytona Beach Biketoberfest Welcome Center – 503 Main Street – Welcome Center Reception Area 9AM-10PM
10/18-10/21 Fire Fighter Motorcycle Medics – Main St. * Beach St. * Atlantic Ave., emergency medical service provided by firefighter paramedics on Harley- Davidson motorcycles. For more information call 386.671.4007 or http://www.ci.daytona-beach.fl.us/fire/motor_medic.htm
10/18-10/21 Fall Cycle Scene Championship Cup Series (CCS) “Race of Champions” motorcycle races and PACE/Formula USA Championship final rounds – Daytona International Speedway ? 8AM-5PM daily (386) 252-BIKE (2453) or www.daytonainternationalspeedway.com
10/18-10/21 Manufacturers Displays & Demos – Daytona International Speedway – Yamaha, Honda, Suzuki, BMW, Harley and more. Corporate display and motorcycle demos. 9AM-5PM, Sunday 9AM-3PM
10/18-10/21 Main Street Rally The place to see and be seen. Festival fun, vendors, manufacturers displays, Main Street Merchants Entertainment (386) 252-1922 or (386) 255-9525
10/18-10/21 Daytona Harley-Davidson Dealership Events – Beach Street, live entertainment, expo displays, food court & more – Riverfront Park – 12 Noon-8PM (386) 248-0580 or www.daytonahd.com
10/18-10/21 Carl’s Speed Shop Performance Center Beach Street – Seminars every hour on the hour. Come visit the real performance alley 9AM-8PM, for more info (386) 258-3777 or www.carlsspeedshop.com
10/18-10/21 Daytona Beach News-Journal Biketoberfest Motorcycle Expo Beachside at the Ocean Center ?Free Expo featuring motorcycle products and services, apparel, pinstriping and the 5th Annual Big Daddy Rat?s Motorcycle Show (10 classes of motorcycles) conducted by Big Daddy Rat, Karl Smith ? 10AM-6PM daily or www.n-jcenter.com
10/19 Plaza Resort & Spa. Live Free Rock Concert/Beachside. For more information call (386) 267-1611.
10/20 Adam’s Mark Resort Bikefest 2001, 100 North Atlantic Avenue Daytona Beach, event hours: 2:00pm – Headliner Concert * Rock Entertainment * Miss Harley Davidson Contest!
10/18-10/21 316 Main Street Station Restaurant & Saloon ? daily activities, vendors & more (386) 248-0085
10/18-10/21 Boot Hill Saloon Biketoberfest Party ? T-shirts, vendors, live music, contests. 8am-3pm. Daily, 310 Main St. (386) 258-9506 or www.boothillsaloon.com
10/18-10/21 “Give Ability A Chance”, Easter Seals Harley Give-Away, The Boot Hill Saloon & Daytona Harley-Davidson, A drawing-by-donation to win a 2002 Heritage Softail Classic Harley-Davidson and $1,000 Cash to benefit Easter Seals, Tickets may be obtained during Biketoberfest at either The Boot Hill Saloon or Daytona Harley-Davidson, For information call 386.255.4568 or visit our web site www.fl-vf.easter-seals.org
10/18-10/21 Zangi Grotto – Pinewood Cemetery, Main Street – Adopt a plot, walk thru, cold bottled water for donations. Also solicitation of funds for free dentistry for the handicapped children of Daytona Beach & Volusia County at 316 Main St. Station and Humphreys & Son on Main Street 9AM-9PM. Info (386)255-6171
10/18-10/21 Dirty Harry’s. Lots of contests and entertainment. 705 Main Street. For more info call (386) 252-9877.
10/18-10/21 The Bank & Blues Club. Dancing, great entertainment 701 Main Street. For more info call (386) 257-9272.
10/18-10/21 2002 United Way Harley Give-Away, Full Moon Saloon on Main Street, event hours: 10am to midnight – A Harley-Davidson Motorcycle to be given away! MARCH 10, 2002 at the Full Moon Saloon. For more information (386) 253-0563 or www.uwinaharley.com
10/18-10/21 Daytona Beach Police Athletic League – Motorcycle Parking, at Main St. & Hollywood, and Main St. & Grandview, hours: 8:00am-midnight (Sunday till 6:00pm)- Special MOTORCYCLE ONLY parking zone, pay $10 for daily rates (enter/exit all day for one fee) as well as event passes for $10. All proceeds benefit the Police Athletic League’s Baseball Program) For more information call (386) 671-5476
10/15-10/21 Cruisin’ Cafe, 2 S. Atlantic Ave., Daytona Beach, FL, hours: 7:00am-3:00am – live entertainment, and an all you can eat breakfast. For information call 386.253.5522 or visit our web site www.cruisincafe.com
10/18-10/21 The Helmet Shop Open House – 114 East Fairview Ave. – Daytona’s largest selection of helmets, free coffee & donuts. 9AM-12PM (386) 257-6434 or www.helmetshop.com
10/18-10/21 BMW Motorcycles of Daytona – 118 East Fairview Ave. – On site promotion, daily 9AM-6PM
10/18-10/22 Titan Motorcycle Show, 120 E. Fairview St., hours: 9:00am-6:00pm – Proudfoot Motorcycles presents Titan Motorcycle Show. For information call 941.931.3111
All Week During Biketoberfest! Bike Art, located on Beach Street in Downtown Daytona Beach – See plywood cutouts of bike’s decorated by local school children, for more information call (386)872-3272
10/18-10/21 Biketoberfest Party at the Lyndhurst Hotel, 132 Mary McLeod Bethune Blvd., Daytona Beach. T-shirts, venders, bike parking and more. 9AM-9PM. For more information call (386)316-2746
10/18-10/21 Second Avenue Merchants Association Street Festival, activities along Mary McLeod Bethune Blvd. For more information call (386) 248-0466
10/18-10/21 Thunder Press Official Headquarters, Buckie’s Ormond Crab & Seafood Market, 801 N. U.S.1 Ormond Beach. Entertainment, excellent fresh seafood, free beer, and the latest issue of Thunder Press. October 19th – Thunder Press Contributor Night. Meet Editors Terry Roorda and Kim Barlag, as well as many of the other contributors to Thunder Press. For more information call (614)882-1391.
10/18-10/21 World Famous Iron Horse Saloon? US 1 in Ormond Beach – Wall of Death, Easyrider Show Truck, leather vendors, jousting, burn out pits, free concerts with special surprise guests? 8:30AM-3AM (386) 677-1550
Jackson Hole Saloon 1081 N US1, Ormond Beach ?Live music, British Bike Night Halloween Costume Party, Bike repair, Tattoo?s, Bonfire, Turkey Legs, Free Parking, Colonel Tom’s Crazy Bike, Rock Wall, Sunday worship services, bike blessing and more. For more info call (386) 673-6996 or www.jacksonholesaloon.com.
10/18-10/21 1st Biketoberfest Bike Giveaway! 2001 Indian Chief, 100th Anniversay Model – 1 of 200 to benefit the Conklin Centers for the Blind, Iron Horse Saloon, 1068 N. U.S. 1, Ormond Beach, FL, event hours: 8:00am-midnight – Ticket booth with bike display. For information call 386.258.3441 or visit our web site www.bikeweek.org
10/12-10/21 Raffle By Donation for 1948 Indian Chief or 2001 Indian Chief, “World Famous” Iron Horse Saloon, 1068 N. U.S. 1, Ormond Beach, FL, event hours: 11:00am-11:pm – Raffle and ticket booth with bike display to benefit Conklin Centers for the Blind. For information call 386.258.3441 or visit our web site www.bikeweek.org
Everynight During Biketoberfest! Bull Riding at the Hog Pen, 1069 N. U.S. 1, Ormond Beach, FL 32174, event hours: nightly @ 8:00pm – A Mechanical Bull-Riding Contest For more information call Wild Bill at (386) 677-8124
Everynight During Biketoberfest! Quarter Toss at Wild Bill’s, 1090 N. U.S. 1, Ormond Beach, FL 32174, event hours: nightly @ 8:00pm – Come see the Bartender’s Dance! For more information call Wild Bill at (386) 677-5231
10/18-10/21 Sunshine Park Vendor Expo, 2400 S. Ridgewood Ave, South Daytona, event hours: 9:00am-6:00pm – Free Admission!
10/18-10/21 Highlander Outpost ? South Daytona – S. Ridgewood Ave – Live concerts-Blues & Rock, BBQ, Vendors & more (386) 322-8829
10/18-10/21 Sunshine Park Vendor Expo, 2400 South Ridgewood Ave., South Daytona. Live Concerts-Blues&Rock, BBQ, Vendors & more (386) 322-8829
10/18-10/21 Inlet Harbor Marina & Restaurant, 133 Inlet Harbor Road, Ponce Inlet. Live Concerts 6PM-10PM Thurs. & Fri., 1PM-10PM Sat. & Sun. No cover – Food. For more info. visit Inlet Harbor online.
10/18-10/21 Hasta Luego Party ? Live bands, barbecue, vendors, music, noon-8pm. Gilly?s Pub 44. 1889 S.R. 44 New Smyrna Beach. Free. For more info. Call (386) 428-6523.
10/18-10/21 Open House and Tours 9am-5pm. American Motorcycle Institute, 3042 W. International Speedway. Free. (386) 255-0295
10/18-10/21 Daytona 200 Motorcycle Clubhouse Camping by donation, open to motorcyclists only; food and showers available. 3602 W. International Speedway Blvd. For more info. Call (386) 672-3927.
10/18-10/21 Jam-On Productions Biketoberfest Motorcycle Swapmeet Custom European and Antique Bike Shows and Nitro Dirt Drags at the Volusia County Fairgrounds in Deland, FL. For more information (301) 336-2100.
10/18-10/21 Motorcycle Expo Free. Pinstriping, products and services, vendors, Big Daddy Rat?s Motorcycle Show(admission fee) with 10 classes of bikes, sponsored by the News-Journal, 10am-6pm. Daily. Ocean Center, 101 N. Atlantic Ave. For more info. (386) 254-4520.
10/12/01-10/21/01 Iron Horse Saloon. Live Free Concerts – Located at 1068 N. U.S. 1, Ormond Beach, FL 32174 – Featuring performances by David Allen Coe, J.B. Walker & Cheap Whiskey Band, Liquid Soul. Free Draft Beer in any Iron Horse Mug! For more information call (386) 677-1550.
10/13 Rug Rat Rodeo, Iron Horse Saloon, 1068 N. U.S. 1, Ormond Beach, FL 32174 – Kids activities & games (12 yrs & under). The Little Miss & Mr. Iron Horse Contest (kids 8 yrs. & under) For more information call (386) 677-1550.
10/19-20 Benefit for Friends at SMT Downtown Bandshell. Mark Hodgson, Green Grass Revival, Floyd Miles & others. For further information, contact Vinton Fisher, Program Manager. 386-673-2080 or email fisher@bandshell.org
10/20 American Iron Magazine’s Indian & Classic American Iron Biketoberfest Rally – Klassix Auto Attraction – Family oriented event open to all pre-1984 American motorcycles, original or customized. Fun & safe field events include Slow Race, Balloon Toss, Plank Ride & Just for Kicks Contest. Trophied bike show. $10 per person includes all activities and Klassic Auto Attraction admission. 10AM (386) 252-3800 or www.americaniron.com.
10/20 Adam’s Mark Daytona Beach Resort Free concert on Saturday. For more information call (386) 254-8200.
10/21 8th Annual Biketoberfest Concert Series Finale – Gilly’s Pub 44, New Smyrna Beach – Hasta Luego Party, live bands, BBQ, vendors, food, no cover and more. 12Noon-8PM (386) 428-6523 or www.gillyspub44.com
For race tickets and Speedway information call:
Daytona International Speedway
(386) 252-BIKE (2453)
www.daytonaintlspeedway.com
QUANTUM BANKRUPTCY UPDATE– I have received mail from Attorney Peter Hill pertaining to the bankruptcy.
It is a Order On Motion To Sell The Corporate Shell Of The Debtor Free And Clear of Liens and signed by Judge Arthur Briskman on September 26th 2001
Basically what it states is that the Court granted the Trustees Motion to sell the Corporate Shell of American Quantum Cycles free and clear of all liens, interests, and encumbrances. The Court also cancels all previously issued and outstanding shares of common and preferred stock.
It states that it cancels the claims of any third parties known or unknown, in and to any copyright, trademark, or service mark, relative to the name American Quantum Cycles Inc. Any and all such claims, liens or interests shall attach to the proceeds of this sale.
Bids were received in open court and the successful bidder being Axis Financial Services, LLC, and a South Carolina limited liability company for Sixty Six Thousand Dollars ($66,000.00)
The successful bidder receives 100 shares of common stock in American Quantum Cycles Inc. which shall be considered fully paid and non-assessable, the original corporate books of the debtor and copies of all the financial and other records.
The last time I was in Court on this matter Judge Briskman told the Trustee and his Attorney again that the Employees of American Quantum Cycle Inc. were the first priority in receiving monies received from action in this case. Of course that is after Court costs fro the Trustee and his Attorney so do not expect any money soon.
There are still other avenues that the Trustee and his Attorney should follow to see that the Employees eventually receive their past wages up to the point allowed by law.
I will continue to monitor this to the best of my ability and keep you informed.
–ROGUE
THE BIKERNET CODE–Imagine that your ol’lady is in great shape, she’s young, she’s a custom motorcycle painter and builder, and she rides. She’s also a helluva photographer and writer, she knows everyone in the industry and is well respected. Not only that, she grows her own herbs and vegetables, she’s a helluva cook and her pad is emaculate.
Yes, she is a member of the Bikernet Staff. She runs the bike show and submits event coverage from east coast events. Can’t believe it’s true? Here’s proof, “Here are two pics of the Softail with the tanks bolted on,”said CrazyHorse.
Need I say more?
HAMSTER REPORT–From a long distance riding Hamster and the owner of the Philtown Motel in Sturgis:I’m sure glad all turned out well after your deer hunting accident.Riding the hills out here is always a bit of a scare. It’s worst justafter sunset when they seem to be everywhere. Going to Gillette lastspring there were two big Wyoming State dump trucks and several frontend loaders picking up deer from the ditches. They must have hadseveral hundred loaded into the oversized dump trucks.
I’ve hit them with cars and have been hit by them in my car. A friendof mine had one go through the window of his pickup and it didn’t die onimpact, but continued to fight inside the cab as they tried to stop andget out. One of the occupants ended up with forty stitches.
I’ve just been to Yellowstone. Oh,what’s Hamster feed taste like?
–Guy Edwards
Like any other club in the country, the Hamsters have rules and rulers. Unfortunately, recently I fucked up and was fined a sack of Hamster food. I’m actually sorta hungry. Anybody got a spare handful of bird seed? It’s not as good, but it’ll do.–Bandit
EMPLOYEE RELATIONS– A new employee is hired at the Tickle Me Elmo factory. The personnel manager explains her duties, and tells her to report to work promptly at 8:00 AM.
The next day at 8:45AM, there’s a knock at the personnel manager’s door. The assembly line foreman comes in and starts ranting about this new employee. He says she’s incredibly slow, and the whole line is backing up.
The foreman takes the personnel manager down to the factory floor to show him the problem. Sure enough, Elmos are backed up all over the place. At the end of the line is the new employee. She has a roll of the material used for the Elmos and a big bag of marbles. They both watch as she cuts a little piece of fabric, wraps it around two marbles, and starts sewing the little package between Elmo’s legs.
The personnel manager starts laughing hysterically. After several minutes, he pulls himself together, walks over to the woman, and says, “I’m sorry, I guess you misunderstood me yesterday. Your job is to give Elmo two test tickles.”
–from Wyoming Wood
NEED PARTS?–
We just took in another parts shop! Check ’em out for some great internet specials and ordering from your Custom Chrome and Chrome Specialties Catalog. They’ve just launched a new site and are adding to it daily.
ANOTHER GODDAMN DEAL–
Check out these bikes for sale in our classified section or just call Ray for more info.
71 TRIUMPH ALL RIGHT I’M IN NEED OF A SHOT OF JACK–a check for $25,000 and a naked woman. It’s been a long day. Hell, I’m leaving the country, I need the money. Okay, so I got two out of three, that ain’t bad. Here’s a couple of tidbits. Del Mar is this weekend, don’t miss it, if you’re into classic cycles, it’s the best. Brother Randy Arron has just moved his shop Cycle Visions to 4263 Taylor Street, San Diego, CA 92110, (619) 295-7800. Drag Bike Engineering at 1931 West Artesia, Blvd in Gardena recently hired a new manager, Mike Martin. Stop in and check him out. I missed this one and should be fined accordingly. JR’s Engine Service on Signal Hill (562) 427-8600, put together a benefit for Jeni McGirr, a 35-year-old single mom who crashed and lost her left leg just below the knee. Well, I forgot to post something about it. It was in conjunction with the guys at Spyke, in Downey, (562) 869-9333, and I hope like hell it was a success. I’m sure if you’re up for making a donation, they’ll take care of it. That’s it. Oh shit, I forgot to tell you I rode a V-Rod all over the point along the warm coast yesterday. I’m writing it up for Cruising Rider. It’s a shocker in some respects, but it rocks. Okay, I’m getting the Jack and turning off her computer. We need a break. Have a great weekend and remember, don’t let a goddamn thing disturb your piece of mind.–Bandit.
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I realize that this in not a Navy ship, but a classic Army/H-D 45 from WWII from Taco Thursday in Seattle recently, shot by our own Helen Wolfe.
AN ENSIGN’S LETTER FROM AT SEA–This is an e-mail from an Ensign stationed aboard the USS Winston Churchill…
Dear Dad,
Well, we are still out at sea, with little direction as to what our nextpriority is. The remainder of our port visits, which were to be centeredaround max liberty and goodwill to the United Kingdom, have all but beencancelled. We have spent every day since the attacks going back and forthwithin imaginary boxes drawn in the ocean, standing high-security watches,and trying to make the best of our time. Being isolated as we are, I don’t think we appreciate the full scope of whatis happening back home, but we are definitely feeling the effects.
About two hours ago the junior officers were called to the bridge to conductShiphandling drills. We were about to do a man overboard when we got a callfrom the LUTJENS(D185), a German warship that was moored ahead of us on thepier in Plymouth, England. While in port, the WINSTON S CHURCHILL and theLUTJENS got together for a sports day/cookout on our fantail, and we madesome pretty good friends.
Now at sea they called over on bridge-to-bridge,requesting to pass us closeup on our port side, to say goodbye. We prepared to render them honors onthe bridgewing, and the Captain told the crew to come topside to wish themfarewell. As they were making their approach, our Conning Officer announcedthrough her binoculars that they were flying an American flag. As they cameeven closer, we saw that it was flying at half-mast.
The bridgewing was crowded with people as the Boatswain’s Mate blew twowhistles- Attention to Port- the ship came up alongside and we saw that theentire crew of the German ship were manning the rails, in their dress blues.They had made up a sign that was displayed on the side that read “We StandBy You”.
Needless to say there was not a dry eye on the bridge as they stayedalongside us for a few minutes and we cut our salutes. It was probably themost powerful thing I have seen in my entire life and more than a few of usfought to retain our composure. It was a beautiful day outside today.We are no longer at liberty to divulge over unsecure e-mail our location,but we could not have asked for a finer day at sea.
It’s amazing to think that only a half-centuryago things were quite different, and to see the unity that is beingdemonstrated throughout Europe and the world makes us all feel proud to beout here doing our job.
I’ll write you when I know more about when I’ll be home, but for now, thisis probably the best news that I could send you.
Love you guys.
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Quantum Head Bolts Retail $28.80 ea Dealer $19.20ea ROGUE$15.00ea Feuling Anti-Reversionary exhaust available in kit form.Use pieces tobuild the exhaust system YOUR Bike needs. Prices Vary so contact for yourindivual needs. To order or for more info on these parts and others e-mailrogue@bikerrogue.com or visit web site http://www.bikerrogue.com and lookunder parts for sale. THE BLONDE BUZZ–Returning home from work, a blonde was shocked to find her house ransacked and burglarized. She telephoned the police at once and reported the crime. The police dispatcher broadcast the call on the channels, and a K-9 unit patrolling nearby was the first to respond. As the K-9 officer approached the house with his dog on a leash, the blonde ran out on the porch, shuddered at the sight of the cop and his dog, then sat down on the steps. Putting her face in her hands, she moaned, “I come home to find all my possessions stolen. I call the police for help, and what do they do? 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October 6, 2001 Part 1
By Bandit |
Me on my ’48 pan in early ’70s headed to the Terminal Island Prison Run. Shot was taken by R.T.
One of our goals is to bring you a complete guide to wide tire kits and installations. CCI is going to assist with that project. We plan to follow that with guides to aftermarket carburetors. Since CCI is hot into the Bike In A Box Kits, we may be building one of those so you can witness how badly the crew at Bikernet can fuck one up.
SEPTEMBER WINNERS FROM BIKERNET BIKE SHOW–Yep, here’s the gang. Each builder will receive the famous Bikernet 5 Ball Trophy, thanks to brothers like Jose from Caribbean Cycles who bagged all the 5-Balls on the island and hauled them to Sturgis to meet up with me. Since I ended up in the hospital, he hauled them through customs back to Puerto Rico, then back to the states for the Custom Chrome Show. We hooked up in a San Jose men’s room to make the exchange. I slipped him a small bag of gold and he turned me onto a bag of bruised and chipped 5 balls. Such a deal.
Winners each month also receive valuable prizes and gift certificates from our Bikernet Sponsors. It’s free to enter the bike show. Just get the shots of your bike together and get your ass on line. The lovely and talented Ms. CrazyHorse oversees the show and unknown members of the staff judge the entries monthly.
In The “Buell” Category
Chadley L. Childress
Austin , Texas
In The “Pro-Street” Category
Jerry Howe
Olivenhain , CA
In The “Radical Custom” Category
David Davis
Bentonville , Arkansas
In The “Ridden” Category
B Wise
Harrisonville , MO.
In The “Sportster” Category
Al
Sioux Falls , SD
In The “Street Custom-Stock” Category
David Lloyd
Olive Branch , MS
In The “Vintage” Category
Steve Ortloff
Buena Park , CA.
In The “Vintage Chopper” Category
Charles E. Sumner
Houston , Texas
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DOWNED ANGEL UPDATE–Good to hear from ya. Bambi can be deadly sometimes, eh? One time abrother in Flagstaff was on the way to a meeting and hit a small herd ofdeer. He laid the bike down just before impact and took out the legs of abig elk. They all scattered after his bike stopped sliding, even the onehe hit.
He was tore up and bleeding but managed to get up and after a fewminutes was on the road again. When he got to the meeting another brothersaid, “What’s that stickin out of your forehead?” He reached up and feltwhat was part of an antler stuck in the scalp of his head. Anyway, I’mglad you’re recovering well from the wreck, it’s a trip how fast we canget our tickets punched. We’ll keep sendin things your way. 3 years to go,We’ll be partyin then. See Ya next one.
–Respects – Rusty
GUN LAW NOTION– This notion came to mind the other day. I don’t know whether it’s worth a damn, but what the hell. We’re allowed fire extinguishers in case our house catches on fire. We have tools to fix the plumbing, so why are they taking away our tools to prevent attacks on our family or friends.
Obviously, we haven’t the money to hire a security guard to live in our homes. What gives?
BIKERNET CARIBBEAN REPORT–We could not make it last week, we were in Frisco and then Santa Clara forthe Custom Chrome dealers show.Speaking of which, and I’m pretty sure Bandit will add on, we had a greattime, meeting new people and hanging out with old friends, even seeing somethat we have only known via computer.We spent a couple days in Frisco playing tourist, what a cool city, plus wehad friends showing us around and making sure we had the best time ever ! The cool thing about this industry, brotherhood, or lifestyle, whatever youwant to call it is the solid bond and friendships that come with it. Ourfriends Heather and Rudy from California Choppers went out of their way totake us around town and making sure we had a place to stay, good places toeat, and knew which way to go. We went to the shop for a after hours tourand later to hang out with the other guys there. Then off to Santa Claraand the show, everyone was there, but in a less crowded, relaxed,situation.We even got to see Bandit and Layla and finally got rid of the famous worldtraveling 5 balls(I’ll leave that story to Bandit). One thing about themeeting, those guys from Custom Chrome throw a hell of a party. We made itback to Puerto Rico, safely, after hours of waiting in line and severalsecurity checks, so here are the news.
If visiting San Francisco (or already live there) check out CaliforniaChoppers 1490 Howard St. Frisco Ca(415) 431-8181. This shop is super stocked, from parts to full custom bikesand the home of the real Crime Inc.stuff. (Friscotees.com) ask for Rudy, Wayne or Heather, everyone there willgo out of their way to help you, and can get the coolest parts quicker thananyone including the always back ordered West Coast Choppers stuff.If not check their booth at some of the rallies around the US.
While in Frisco, we met Kosik, a super talented artist who happens to writefor The Horse, his 81 poker run posters are super cool, plus all the otherstuff that can be seen at www.mansruin.com. Check his art out and help himscore a ticket to the Caribbean for next winter. Check it out soon sincehis art is done in very limited quantities.
The Caribbean HOG rally will take place Nov 14 to 17, if you already haveplans or would like to ride around Puerto Rico with your hogging fellowsgive them a call. Caribbean Rally Office (787) 774-6764, fax (787)793-6293e-mail caribhog@caribe.net tell them we sent ya’
If you want to make a week long visit to the island there will be a Custombike show November 11th, so it may be possible to hook up both dates. Theshow will take place in Cayey, a very pictoresque mountain town and a verynice ride from San Juan. Call us at the shop for any info (787) 721-0633
Custom Chrome Show news:Jesse James brought a couple of new exhaust designs ala Hell bent, and newsof the upcoming show, sometime in Jan is the pending date.Paul Yaffee has a new bike kit with one cool chopper, plus had the superexpensive Arizona Diamond Backs bike on display, to all you Sportsterowners, a very cool set of pipes are on the way.
BMC displayed their new Softail chopper, and the prototype for a rigid 250tire bike, all at prices lower than a new “factory”bike.Those are some highlights, since I’m sure Bandit will tell us about theshow.
Oh well, time to go. Three WCC frames are waiting at the dark dungeon, andBiketoberfest is around the corner.Soon our web site will come lurking from the cyber shadows and work will bedoubled when Bandit parts for foreign lands.
–Jose, Caribbean Bikernet report.
FIREFIGHTERS COUNTRYWIDE BROADCAST–Firefighters from all over have come to the aid and rescue of the tragedy inNew York and Washington, DC Many firefighters have lost their lives to savesomeone else’s. The truth of the matter is they do this every single day.They truly are heroes. I know many of them feel the same as I do – – helpless,especially those of us who live far from NY and DC. We all want to dosomething, show our appreciation, our support. I think we can… In honor of the bravery, courage and determination of American firefighters,there should be a day in our nation to celebrate and appreciate their hardwork and never ending passion for saving lives.
Let’s start a petition for aNational Firefighters Day. Will you join me? Please type in thechronological number, your name, city and state and pass it along. (You mustcopy this message into your outgoing e-mail in order to add your name.) Thank you. *
When the list reaches 500 please E-mail to –Carl, the Chief in Scottsdale, AZ BIKERS PREPARE TO FIGHT EPA REGS– The Motorcycle Riders Foundation issued this emergency alert to State Motorcyclists? Rights Organizations (SMROs):? ?Prepare now for a major grassroots offensive aimed squarely at the Environmental Protection Agency?s proposed rulemaking on street motorcycles.? The alert was announced at the September 29 Meeting of the Minds members? banquet, MRF?s premier national leadership summit, a riders gathering that brings together the leaders of the American motorcyclists? rights movement and key international allies. For more information on this critical point see Bikernet Legislative news. BIKERNET BONNEVILLE CONNECTION NOTICE– AS OF OCTOBER 3, 2001, LANDSPEED PRODUCTIONSHAS A NEW FAX NUMBER: 805.233.0118. PLEASE UPDATE YOUR RECORDS, BUT BEAR IN MIND THAT E-MAIL IS PREFERRED OVER FAX AT ALL TIMES. THANK YOU, “LandSpeed” Louise Ann Noeth Sure, it doesn’t have a damn thing to do with Vietnam or bikers, but it was a real advertising mistake. VIET NAM SPECIAL ON PBS– At 9:00 pm (PDT) Friday, October 5th on PBS (Ch.28 where I’m at in California) there will be the debut broadcast of a new TV documentary series. Part of this broadcast will be about the battle my company was in on 11 April, 1966 in Viet Nam. The name of the show is “Life 360: Six Degrees of Separation.” featuring the Pitsenbarger Medal of Honor story and Charlie Company’s (C 2/16 Rangers, 1st Inf. Div.) fight for survival. I don’t know anything about the broadcast, but I do know about that fight. Over 80% casualties. Out of 134 men, all but 28 of us were either killed or wounded. Both William Pitsenbarger, an Air Force Pararescue Jumper, and SSgt. Jimmy Robinson (one of our men) earned the Medal of Honor, both posthumously, and our unit was awarded the Valorous Unit Award. For more info, go to : Continued On Page 2
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October 6, 2001
By Bandit |
This is Keith from Keith’s Customs with his latest and his awards. He could have a serious problem if the EPA get’s their way.
?LET?S ROLL!?
American Motorcyclists Alerted: Major MRO Offensive Aimed at Emissions Regulations Rolls Out in November 2001.Topeka, Kansas The Motorcycle Riders Foundation issued this emergency alert to State Motorcyclists? Rights Organizations (SMROs):?
?Prepare now for a major grassroots offensive aimed squarely at the Environmental Protection Agency?s proposed rulemaking on street motorcycles.?
The alert was announced at the September 29 Meeting of the Minds members? banquet, MRF?s premier national leadership summit, a riders gathering that brings together the leaders of the American motorcyclists? rights movement and key international allies.
The new rule on street bikes, which MRF expects the EPA to issue in November 2001, will be followed by a 60- or 90-day period calling for public comment.
?That public comment period will be met by sustained, intense and dramatic grassroots action by the American motorcyclists? rights movement,? predicted Tom Wyld, MRF?s Vice President for Government Relations.
In concert with the American Motorcyclist Association (AMA) and the Federation of European Motorcycle Associations (FEMA), the Motorcycle Riders Foundation also announced a major global initiative to oppose a draft of the universal motorcycle emissions test procedure. That procedure, called the ?World Motorcycle Test Cycle? or WMTC, is gaining momentum and acceptance in Geneva as the single way all governments worldwide will test all motorcycles for emissions compliance.
Speaking on behalf of the International Steering Committee in its consolidated statement, MRF announced an offensive aimed at the defeat the proposed WMTC.
At the September 29 Meeting of the Minds banquet, MRF announced the following initiatives aimed at the domestic environmental regulations threat:
1.MRF will thoroughly examine the rule.
2.MRF will provide to our members and member-SMROs and chapters vital information on rule details, our analysis and likely impacts. Our goal is to generate a superhighway of public comment. ?We want every motorcyclist to comment,? Wyld said. ?That?s 12 million Americans who ride more than 6 million motorcycles.?
3.MRF urged all SMROs to prepare their members and organizations now for massive grassroots activity from November 2001 through January 2002. This INCLUDES VISITS to Washington during that critical period.
4.MRF is now taking the following actions:a.We are launching a threat awareness campaign aimed squarely at the motorcycle press – both popular magazines and periodicals that service the industry.
b.We are continuing our work with the Small Business Administration and with the White House Office of Management and Budget.
5.MRF will take the following actions: a.Through networking, seek the involvement and support of small-volume makers, custom shops and the aftermarket.
b.Develop and circulate, in concert with SMROs, ?delegation letters? to be signed by as many members of state Congressional delegations as MRF and SMROs can possibly generate.
c.Depending on the severity of the rule, seek the intervention of the Office of Management and Budget within the White House to quash the rule in the course of its required review process.
6.Finally, if and when necessary, seek review and rejection of the rule by the Congress of the United States, either in the normal course of rule review or, if necessary, by the advancement of stand-alone legislation legislation the Motorcycle Riders Foundation has tentatively dubbed ?The Motorcycle Protection Act of 2002.?
MRF: My Ride is Freedom — For further information contact Tom Wyld at 202-546-0983 or by e-mail at wyld@mrf.org
September 27, 2001
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. Visit us on our website at
From TheGUNNY’S SACK
Wow! ?Time sure flies when yer havin fun. ?We’ve talked about the National Coalition of Motorcyclists (NCOM) forever in this column and now I have a chance for my brothers and sisters in the Northwest to take part in the Regional NCOM meeting. ?That will be in Federal Way, WA, near Seattle, on October 13, 2001, at the La Quinta Hotel at 32124 25th Ave South. ?Ask for the NCOM special rate of $79.00 a night, or crash on a buddy’s couch. ?The conference itself is FREE. ?The number for reservations is 1-800-583-2272.
This is a mini version of the national meeting in that it’s just one day long. ?And it’s on a Saturday for your convenience. ?All western state MRO’s will be represented as well as many folks from Confederations of Clubs in this region. ?Don’t miss out on this opportunity to be a part of our national efforts. ?All bikers and organizations are invited and welcome. ?AND IT’S FREE!
There will be seminars on Bikers rights through the courts, a Freedom of the Road seminar, an NCOM Region “I” meeting, and a Regional Confederations of Clubs meeting. ?Afterwards, there will be a Freedom Fighters Social on Saturday night. ?That’s where it will get powerful. ?Plan on spending the night and I’ll be there and look forward to seeing you all. ?Don’t miss this one folks.
Sam Hochberg, our Oregon AIM attorney, tells me that one of the guest speakers at NCOM will be JIM REDDEN, the author of the book “SNITCH CULTURE,” that was mentioned in last month’s Sack. ?Should be real interesting.
This is just another of the ways that our AIM (Aid to Injured Motorcyclists) attorneys all over the country serve us ? besides taking real good care of us when we fall off our rides. ?They can be reached, by the way, at 1-800-531-2424, or 1-800-ON-A-BIKE, or at www.aimncom.com, if you find yourself in a pickle. ?Sam Hochberg here in Portland, Oregon, is at 503/224-1106. ?Oh yeah, and he’s an email fanatic, so send him one at SamBikeLaw@aol.com. ?The Gunny can be found pecking away at his computer, at AIMGunny@aol.com.
NEWS BITS ‘N PIECES:
BRITAIN: ?From news I’m reading by Mark Sage in the PA News, I guess Britain is having problems with their speeding drivers too. ?Speed traps there reveal that 66% of cars and 54% of trucks are exceeding the limits on rural roads. ?35% of motorcycles are running 5 miles an hour faster than limits too. ?Over 55% of all rigs are exceeding the speed limits on their motorways (freeways?) as well. ?Oh, my! ?Are we in trouble again?
ASHEBORO, SC: ?There was another fatality in the USA because of a Police chase involving a MOTORCYCLE RIDER. ?As a result of such a chase, we have lost another brother, run over by a police officer.
This in the Asheboro News & Record, written by Chris Helms. Gerald “Tiny” Abney died as a result of injuries sustained during a “low speed” chase by Police. ?Apparently the Police car ran over Tiny’s bike during the incident.
Not all details are clear at this writing, except that this big chase was just for a minor traffic infraction. ?Our North Carolina AIM Attorney, Bob Donat, is on the job looking at this case. ?We are, after all, vulnerable out there.
Rumor has it, this is a tourist shot taken at the top of the WTC. The camera was found in the rubble afterwards.
SAN JOSE, CA: ?According to the San Jose Mercury News, a Judge gave chase on his MOTORCYCLE, to assist local officers in apprehending a hit and run driver. ?He chased this woman for several miles at speeds up to 60 MPH on surface streets in town. ?Apparently the old gal had five crashes before the Judge got her stopped. ?I wonder if she will go to court or if the good judge took care of things on the spot?
TOKYO, JAPAN: ?Kawasaki Heavy Industries and Suzuki Motor Corp are partnering up on the design of a wide variety of American style bikes. ?They say they will work together to develop these new bikes and ATV’s in order to take advantage of being able to make more profits working together in this world of fierce competition for the biker’s dollar. ?Hope it works. ?Competition breeds ingenuity, by golly.
COTABATO, PHILIPPINES: ?Here we go again. ?An Irish missionary was killed on his motorcycle when he resisted four gunmen who tried to abduct him in the southern Philippines. ?Haven’t we mentioned in the past that it isn’t real smart to ride your bike where there is shooting going on? ?Man, when I see guns I leave the area. ?FAST!
FASCINATING FACT: ?Just saw this on the Internet. ?In the TV series “Happy Days”the character ARTHUR “THE FONZ” FONZARELLI couldn’t wear his LEATHER JACKET unless his bike was part of the scene. ?Seems the studio had problems with the leather linking the show in some way with a criminal element. ?Wow! ?Now that’s reaching pretty hard.
PERTH, AUSTRALIA: ?Orbital engine company, the maker of the great new 4 strokefor motorcycles among many other uses, including cars, is in financial trouble. ?The engine is environmentally friendly and fuel efficient. ?Hope the company gets their problems solved. ?If this engine is as good as they say it is, we need it.
LOUISIANA: ?I read an article from a Louisiana newspaper that hit the nail on the head as far as safety concerns for bikers. ?The guy said in essence that there were a large group of drivers on the roads today that had no regard for anyone on the road, let alone motorcycles.
He says the safety solution for bikers is BETTER TRAINING for all motorists and would-be motorists, and not more equipment laws. ?Finally, someone understands the problem! ?If we could get the self-centered driver to wake-up to the fact that he isn’t the only one on the road that has the right to be there, we would all be much better off. ?
Motorcycle safety is a two-way street. We need alert and cautious drivers, regardless of how they travel from one place to another. ?It’s called respect and just plain courtesy on the road for the other guy.
GUNNY AGAIN: ?In Oregon, we have one more camp-out called “The End of SummerRun” and that’s the end of the overnight rides for this year. ?Our southern Oregon ABATE chapters had a good run last month known as “The Southern Oregon Summer Run,” or the “SOS” run, down near a historic old Stagecoach stop called Wolf Creek.
We were in a Forest Service campground with the vendors pretty well set around the baseball diamond. ?The bandstand was set up too, right in the middle of things. ?Speaking of bands, the music was different than we are used to, but most really enjoyed the change to CAJUN style. ?I sure did, but I’m an old duffer that doesn’t like the constant hard rock that many younger folks do. ?Besides, I was stationed in New Orleans when I was in the Marine Corps several hundred years ago, so it brought back lots of memories.
The weather was great and temperatures stayed in the mid 70’s. ?The camp sites were semi-isolated from each other so people enjoyed a little privacy when they needed it. ?All in all a great run. ?I’m looking forward to next year.
UPCOMING NCOM CONVENTION: ?The CAJUN music reminds me: Our next annual National Coalition Of Motorcyclists Convention is in New Orleans in 2002,ending the night before Mother’s Day. ?Once again folks, you DON’T want to miss this one. ?Workshops and seminars galore, and maybe even more importantly, there’s the camaraderie of fellow bikers from all around the country and the world.
These gatherings are very important to all of us who ride. ?We learn more about how to protect ourselves from the antics of Big Brother in our lawmaking bodies around the country, among other things.
NCOM Conventions are sponsored by our Aid to Injured Motorcyclists (AIM) attorneys around the country and the Law Offices of Richard M. Lester in California. ?For more information, call NCOM at 1-(800) 525-5355, or contact AIM at 1-800-ON-A-BIKE!
Keep the round side on the bottom.
Gunny, Oregon AIM Chief of Staff
September 26, 2001 Part 3
By Bandit |
Continued From Page 2
NCOM MEETING COMING UP–Wow! ?Time sure flies when yer havin fun. ?Now we have a chance for our brothers and sisters in the Northwest to take part in the Regional NCOM meeting. ?That will be in Federal Way, Wash., near Seattle, on Oct. 13 at the La Quinta Hotel, 32124 25th Ave. South. ?Ask for the NCOM special rate of $79 a night, or crash on a buddy’s couch. ?The conference itself is FREE. ?The number for reservations is (800) 583-2272.
This is a mini version of the national meeting in that it’s just one day long. ?And it’s on a Saturday for your convenience. ?All western state MRO’s will be represented as well as many folks from Confederations of Clubs in this region. ?Don’t miss out on this opportunity to be a part of our national efforts. ?All bikers and organizations are invited and welcome. ?AND IT’S FREE!
There will be seminars on bikers’ rights through the courts, a Freedom of the Road seminar, an NCOM Region “I” meeting, and a Regional Confederations of Clubs meeting. ?Afterwards, there will be a Freedom Fighters Social on Saturday night. ?That’s where it will get powerful. ?Plan on spending the night. I’ll be there and look forward to seeing you all. ?Don’t miss this one folks.
Sam Hochberg, our Oregon AIM attorney, tells me that one of the guest speakers at NCOM will be Jim Redden, author of the book “Snitch Culture,” which was mentioned in last month’s Sack. ?Should be real interesting.
This is just another of the ways that our AIM (Aid to Injured Motorcyclists) attorneys all over the country serve us ? besides taking real good care of us when we fall off our rides. ?They can be reached, by the way, at (800) 531-2424 or (800) ON-A-BIKE, or at www.aimncom.com, if you find yourself in a pickle. ?Sam Hochberg here in Portland, Ore., is at (503) 224-1106. ?Oh yeah, and he’s an e-mail fanatic, so send him one at SamBikeLaw@aol.com. ?The Gunny can be found pecking away at his computer at AIMGunny@aol.com.
–Bill Bish
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LOUISIANA FINDS TRAINING THE SOLUTION–?I read an article from a Louisiana newspaper that hit the nail on the head as far as safety concerns for bikers. ?The guy said in essence that there was a large group of drivers on the roads today that had no regard for anyone on the road, let alone motorcycles.
He says the safety solution for bikers is BETTER TRAINING for all motorists and would-be motorists, and not more equipment laws. ?Finally, someone understands the problem! ?If we could get the self-centered driver to wake up to the fact that he isn’t the only one on the road that has the right to be there, we would all be much better off. ?
Motorcycle safety is a two-way street. We need alert and cautious drivers, regardless of how they travel from one place to another. ?It’s called respect and just plain courtesy on the road for the other guy.
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GUGGENHEIM TO HIT VEGAS SAME WEEKEND AS DRAGS–OK, it appears I was wrong. RevAmerica is happening the week after the AHDRA drags. Art of the motorcycle will be open at the Guggenheim at the Venitian Oct. 19-22.
SEARCH FOR TRIUMPH FRAME– Put your ear to the ground and see if you can find a rigid frame for a Triumph 750 motor. Looking at building a rigid for next year but want to get started on it soon.
–Richard Kranzler
rkranzler@aai-usa.com
BIKERNET FACTOID– from slate.com,”Both the [New York Times’] Tom Friedman and the [Washington Post’s]
Charles Krauthammer points out a fact that’s rather inconvenient forMuslims who vilify America: Most of the people whose lives weresaved by the last three U.S. military campaigns — Desert Storm,Bosnia and Kosovo — were Muslims.”
FOR WISDOM WE GO TO WINO JOE’S MOUNTAIN–Crew, watchin’the “SHOW.” Get a highquality gasmask; just like them Jews do. Keep your eyes open! The war ison and we’re all in it. Give blood twice a year. Hug your kids; theymight have to fight for the next 10 years. But, if we kick-in doors NOW,it might help.
I ain’t going to talk peace till I see some shit desert bosses dead and sinkin’. One thing we’ve got at this time, nomatter what A BIKER has on his/her back, we know they can be a PAL.
RideOn!
–Wino Joe,USA
BIKERNET AIRLINES REPORT–The following is from a letter by a professional friend on her returnflight to D.C. this week.
“I just wanted to drop you all a note and let you know that I arrived safeand sound into Dulles Airport tonight [9/15] at about 6. It was aninteresting flight.
The airport in Denver was almost spooky it was so empty and quiet. No one was in line for the security check point when I got there so that wentfairly quickly, just x-ray of my bags and then a chemical test to be surenothing explosive was on them.
Then I waited 2 1/2 hours to board the plane. What happened after we boarded was interesting and thought I would share it with you.
The pilot/captain came on the loudspeaker after the doors were closed. His speech went like this:
First I want to thank you for being brave enough to fly today. The doors are now closed and we have no help from the outside for any problems that might occur inside this plane. As you could tell when you checked in, the government has made some changes to increase security in the airports.
They have not, however, made any rules about what happens after those doors close. Until they do that, we have made our own rules and I want to share them with you. Once those doors close, we only have each other.
The security has taken care of a threat like guns with all of the increasedscanning, etc. Then we have the supposed bomb. If you have a bomb, there is no need to tell me about it, or anyone else on this plane; you are already in control. So, for this flight, there are no bombs that exist on thisplane.
Now, the threats that are left are things like plastics, wood, knives andother weapons that can be made or things like that which can be used as weapons.
Here is our plan and our rules. If someone or several people stand up and say they are hijacking this plane, I want you all to stand up together.Then take whatever you have available to you and throw it at them. Throw it at their faces and heads so they will have to raise their hands to protect themselves.
The very best protection you have against knives are the pillows andblankets. Whoever is close to these people should then try to get a blanket over their head–then they won’t be able to see. Once that is done, get them down and keep them there. Do not let them up. I will then land the plane at the closest place and we WILL take care of them.
After all, there are usually only a few of them and we are 200+ strong!We will not allow them to take over this plane.
I find it interesting that the U.S. Constitution begins with the words “We,the people”–that’s who we are, THE people and we will not be defeated.
With that, the passengers on the plane all began to applaud, people hadtears in their eyes, and we began the trip toward the runway.
The flight attendant then began the safety speech. One of the things shesaid is that we are all so busy and live our lives at such a fast pace.She asked that everyone turn to their neighbors on either side and introduce themselves, tell each other something about your families and children, show pictures, whatever. She said “for today, we consider you family. We will treat you as such and ask that you do the same with us.”
Throughout the flight we learned that for the crew, this was their firstflight since Tuesday’s tragedies. It was a day that everyone leaned on each other and together everyone was stronger than any one person alone. It was quite an experience.
You can imagine the feeling when that plane touched down at Dulles and we heard “welcome to Washington Dulles Airport, where the local time is 5:40.” Again, the cabin was filled with applause.
MICKEY MOUSE RUMORS–Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse were in divorce court andthe judge said to Mickey, “You say here that your wife is crazy.”Mickey replied, “I didn’t say she was crazy, I said she’sfucking Goofy.”
Oh…..by the way, did you know Captain Hook died from jock itch?!?!?!
BIKERNET DEAL OF THE WEEK–We run across bike deals from time to time. If we truly believe it’s a good deal for a quality scooter, we’ll drop it in the news. This one is a helluva deal and the bike was built by people we can trust.
Here are the owner’s words:I am asking $16,500 for her but will consider all reasonable trades. I would like to finally get an Evo of some sorts and get into the modern world. I still have my Shovel and may one day customize it, without hacking up the frame.
My Panhead is a 1957 FL with original straightleg frame, tin, speedo, dash, fresh motor and new insides of an original tranny. The frame has a working locking mechanism on it and we have the key for it! Imagine that! There is front fender trim going on tonight and she is heading for a local show tommorrow. It runs really good, sounds kinda like an aircraft.
We are up for possible trades that benefit both parties. I’d love to see her in a collection or some one who truly understands what this bike is all about. Been into antiques as a fanatic for over 22 years. She’s a beaut!
–Catts74@aol.com
LIFE IS NUTS–But it’s our life and each minute is precious. Find time to be with the people you want to be near. Find time to do what you want to do.
I get tired of the bullshit on television and the comments from the Taliban. As far as I’m concerned, these jokers are punks who don’t have the balls to come forward, admit what they did and go to blows like men. Now they’re hiding behind everything they can find. God forbid the U.S. hit an innocent civilian. Didn’t they just destroy 7,000 innocent civilians?
Enough, sorry I brought it up. It will all be taken care of in short order. In the meantime, I need to go for a ride. Air the cobwebs out and prepare for the next adventure, the next book project, the next bike project, the next woman to add a new sparkle to my eyes. Did I mention that I sent “Sam ‘Chopper’ Orwell” to Kevin Costner? It would kick ass on Graceland. Ride forever–Bandit.