Hang on for this one…

Hey,

This came up time after time this week. I got it from artists, relatives, brothers and shop owners. They experienced sort of a daze after the election. Some were unaware, some needed confirmation. Some had questions.

Now is a time for hard work. The American public stood up for our Nation and I’m proud. Now officials, politicians, representatives and all of us need to support the voters and correct the wrongs.

You’ll see it happening right here in the Bikernet News.

Shit is happening fast. This news is wild, hang on!

The Bikernet Weekly News is sponsored in part by companies who also dig Freedom including: Cycle Source Magazine, the MRF, Iron Trader News, ChopperTown, BorntoRide.com and the Sturgis Motorcycle Museum.

The News was provided by the Bikernet Team including: Wayfarer, the Redhead, Bob T. Sam Burns, Laura, Barry Green, El Waggs, J.J. Solari, Amy White, Jenn and the rest of the crew.

THIS JUST IN FROM EASYRIDERS OF EUROPE–

I received this information about the inspections for motorcycles for next year 2025 and so sharing it.

Inspections for motorcycles in 2025, will be five years and then always two in two.

It’s going to be in stages, it’s not going to be to do everything as in the cars, in 2025, you’ll see: (“+/-“”) ID chassis and builder’s plate with the registration certificate.

Motorcycle aesthetics, you won’t get annoyed with the fairings, see if it doesn’t drip oil, see pants and a few other things.

Many motorcycles have the license plate under the stop light or in some cases on the left side. ATTENTION, you have to be at the limit of the motorcycle (which is behind the rear tire) up to 1.20 cm height and 20 cm from the side and attention.

It’s not going to be easy with photographs, I think I’m making myself understand. So as not to get a surprise at the end.

Tire measurements, lights, Mirrors can’t be applied to the tips of the steering wheel, only on top and “homologated” and there will be measurements and you have to have both.

Beware of applied bags, preferably go without them.

Auxiliary headlights, going to be seen as fog lights,

They are going to test on brakes

By 2026 you’re going to see everything that was seen in 2025 and make exhaust gases, there you are, pay attention to the catalysts.

In 2027 they’re going to do the sonometer, for those who don’t know it’s noise.

It’s gonna be a 4-year transitional phase. In 2029 it’s gonna hurt.

Mountain bikes (registered), Attention must have front and stop lights, blinkers, mirrors, km count (like a car) to register on the ipo chip, regular size plate and placed as I mentioned before, good luck to all.

@seguidores

CARB Postpones AGAIN–

This afternoon, less than 90 minutes before a scheduled hearing, the California Air Resources Board (CARB) announced the postponement of that hearing. The public hearing was focused on an electric motorcycle initiative that would require half of new motorcycles sold in the state be electric in the next 10 years.  Since the initial proposal was released, motorcycle manufacturers have consistently warned that they do not believe a market exists for electric motorcycles at these target levels.

You may remember that this is not the first time the intended hearing on this topic has been delayed. Earlier this year, in January, four days before an identical hearing, CARB announced a similar postponement. However, this delay occurring on the day of the hearing is an interesting turn of events.

The Motorcycle Riders Foundation has been and remains committed to protecting the internal combustion engine. We believe consumers should have the choice to buy bikes with their preferred engine type.

We will continue to monitor events out of California and will track any future hearings as they are announced.

–MRF

BONNEVILLE MOTORCYCLE SPEED TRIALS PHOTOS RELEASED–

The photos are finally up. 10,500 edited down to about 900. They are presented in order of the bike number so your bike is easier to find. Go to :

https://www.scootershoots.com/BUBMotorcycleSpeedTrials/2024-Bonneville-Motorcycle-Speed-Trials

 and have a look.

There is a hold on printing so that when you order, contact me and I will put on the text, like the image posted here, for you and then clear the image for print. Any questions you can get me at scootershoots@gmail.com

www.scootershoots.com

@buellbrothersracing @bonnevillemst

#bonnevillelandspeedracing #canon #lensrentals #canon800mm #harleydavidson #hyabusa @shemotoerin #bonnevillesaltflats #bonnevillesaltflatsinternationalspeedway #triumphmotorcycles @banditsbikernet @hideawaylegends @hideawaygrill @jay.allen.927

STURGIS MOTORCYCLE MUSEUM NEWS—

The Chamber of Commerce monthly Mixer is happening tonight at the Sturgis Motorcycle Museum on Main. Don’t miss it !

NOVEMBER

MONTHLY MIXER

STURGIS MOTORCYCLE MUSEUM // 999 MAIN ST // 5-7PM // NOV 14th

In addition, the staff worked hard to produce a Giving day on the 3^rd of December to raise funds for the Museum. Make plans to attend and support the Sturgis Motorcycle Museum.

Bandit’s 5-Ball Emporium will offer silent auction items including Bandit Metal-art and Danial James’ Fine Art.

The Executive Director is in training with NPI, which is a Non-Profit training group. We are learning from the best, including the United Way.

The Chairman of the Oversight Committee, Kirk Willard, also the President of the Motorcycle Riders Foundation has promised to evaluate all oversight procedures and make sure all the ducks and Hamsters are lined up.

Between the 18^th and the 20^th two Historic, Bonneville Sidecar bikes will be delivered to the Museum for exhibit. They are classic Mike Parti racers and a Hamster brother Dr. Christian Reichardt and Don Whalen helped make it happen from Los Angeles to Sturgis.

–Bandit 

Past MRF Champion Recipient Senator John Thune

Elected Senate Majority Leader

November 13, 2024 – Washington DC

This afternoon Senate Republicans elected Senator John Thune of South Dakota the new Senate Majority Leader. Senator Thune is the former Motorcycle Riders Foundation 2018 Legislative Champion of the Year. He has been a longtime advocate for many of our priorities and has a strong relationship with the bikers in South Dakota.

Senate Majority Leader is an extremely powerful position. The leader helps set the agenda and shape all policy debates in the U.S. Senate. The Republicans taking control of the Senate means the current Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer of New York must step aside. This is also a dramatic change for Senate Republican leadership, as Senator Mitch McConnell of Kentucky, who previously led the Republican Senate is leaving his post in leadership after a record 18 years.

Congratulations to Senator Thune and motorcyclists in South Dakota! We look forward to working together to protect the rights of the millions of riders across this country.

–MRF

THE DEALER NEWS SECTION–

After the unexpected announcement that Southern Tier Harley-Davidson would no longer be a franchised Harley-Davidson dealer as of November 1, it was assumed another landmark dealership was going under… Far from it! Here is the note they shared with staff and customers announcing their independence:

Exciting news for our customers, friends, and family!

Jason, Kevin, and Henry will be moving forward as owners and operators of our business at 1152 Upper Front Street. The entire team has worked side by side at STHD for several years and have thoroughly enjoyed this industry. These three have strived to help make our customers’ dreams a reality either through parts, sales, or service. We have an undying passion for motorcycles, parts, camaraderie, and are committed to serving our riding community!

We are excited to continue operating as an independent shop in our same location with the same operating hours. We will continue to offer sales, service, parts, MSF classes, inspections, and accessories to everyone on two (sometimes three) wheels! 

Honesty, loyalty, and transparency are paramount to our new vision and venture, which is exactly why we want to share every step of this transition with you. Riding, wrenching, and powersports are in our DNA.

Our passion and excitement are, and will forever be fueled by V-Twins. We will continue to specialize in H-D motorcycles while ALSO branching out into the world of multi-brand used powersports sales, service, parts, and everything in between.

We value all of our current customers, and look forward to our many new ones in the near future. We thank you so much for the positive reinforcement and support over the last week as we embark on this new chapter! Our brand new name will be dropping soon, make sure you stay tuned.

We look forward to your next visit, and we will see you soon!

— Jason, Kevin and Henry
–from DealerNews

“Regarding dealers, we just got word, California Harley-Davidson in Harbor City closed last week.” –Bandit

Motorcycle Drag Racing Industry Announcement

Dustin Lee Continuing the MPS Legacy of Dan and Beth Rudd

Well known sportsman motorcycle drag racer Dustin Lee is buying the powerhouse Motorcycle Performance Specialties brand (better known as MPS Racing) from owners Dan and Beth Rudd. Long an electrical and component innovator in motorcycle drag racing, MPS is also a warehouse distributor for many top brands in the sport—including APE, Web Cams, Worldwide Bearings, DME, Vance & Hines, and many more.

Lee has developed a great distributing business of his own with Hard Times Parts and Service, and both of these brands will continue the goal of operating seamlessly as the transition from MPS’ Florida base to Lee’s Tennessee shop occurs over the winter.

“Dan and Beth are absolute legends in our sport, and I am blown away that they thought of me to continue the MPS legacy,” said Lee. “I’m thrilled to continue the brand that is so important to all of us racers and will do my best to fill their big shoes as best as this ole’ hillbilly can.”

“We pretty much chose Dustin,” agreed Dan. “We looked at all the people that have bought businesses in our industry and then went out of business because they weren’t the right kind of person to run it, and Dustin is the right kind of person.

“Beth and I have watched as he’s applied his work ethic to racing and winning, and then starting and growing his own business. His dedication to the sport and its people, and his willingness to put in the hours to get the job done are what it takes to be successful, and we’re proud to pass MPS on to him.”

Dan Rudd started MPS in 1980, placing it on the forefront of the technological innovations that have transformed both drag racing and internet retailing. From the first Mixture Control Unit EFI tuning device in ’81 through the first ever autoshift in ’85 and the leading edge of motorsports websites in ’96, MPS has always been a leader of motorcycle drag racing technology.

“We were the first to have a website address on a motorcycle,” noted Rudd, remembering the then-strange string of letters and punctuation of an internet URL on Mike Konpacki’s sportsman Kawasaki dragbike.

Since then it’s been all-growth for MPS, and Lee is well aware that he will have to gather talent around him to continue the legacy of quality and service that the Rudds have established. “I might have to cut back on my racing a little bit,” laughed Lee, who’s well-known for racing and winning anytime, anywhere.

“We’re willing to help him keep it going,” said Rudd. “44 years is probably enough for us and we’re looking forward to spending more time at the beach house, riding motorcycles, and taking some of the off-ramps we’ve bypassed all these decades going from the shop to the track and back. But we’ll keep the phone on and be there for Dustin when he needs us.”

All parties will work to keep the ownership change from intruding on the customer experience, although eventually MPS customers will find Dustin on the phone instead of Dan and Beth, and Hard Times customers will find an additional business name mentioned as Lee answers their calls. Dustin and his Red Hill Racing podcast co-host Ben Knight, along with Spencer Claycomb, will be trucking MPS inventory and tools to Tennessee in early December.

In the meantime, it’s business as usual at https://www.mpsracing.com/ and https://www.hardtimesparts.com/.

Contact Dan at sales@mpsracing.com and Dustin at hardtimespartsandservice@gmail.com

This report was prepared by Tim Hailey. Enjoy everything there is to read, see and watch about motorcycle drag racing and more at https://www.eatmyink.com

THE TEXAS WEATHER REPORT—

So, have you heard the song Goodbye Joe by Tom MacDonald?  I like it, he’s a rapper from Canada, but had more patriotism then a lot of Americans!

 Goodbye Joe is not rap, I came upon a clip of President Trump congratulating him on another song that went to #1 “You Missed” that is more rap and than realized. I downloaded another last year that he’s on called American Flags.  He’s also posted one with an artist Daz called “Soldier.”  Anyway, it’s cool listening to Goodbye Joe after the election!

As you mentioned and so do most commentators, you know the democrats are going to continue to screw this country up as much as they can in the time they have left! 

Meanwhile back in the shop: When you want to mock-up the gauges but only have balsa wood from the HEB salmon, I guess it’s cedar?  Bare Knuckle Performance makes a bracket for the Mickey Mouse gauges, for his risers that I believe would work here.  But I’ve got something I’m going to try first, I’m a rigger upper.

–RFR
Texas Weatherman
Bikernet.com ™

AMA ACTION ALERT–

Nationwide — The BLM gives notice that the Secretary of the Interior is establishing the National Advisory Committee for Implementation of the BLM Public Lands Rule (Committee) and is seeking nominations for individuals to be considered as Committee members and alternate members. All nominations must be received no later than Nov. 18.

For further information regarding where to submit nominations, who can be nominated and other questions, you may contact National Advisory Committee Coordinator Carrie Richardson, Bureau of Land Management, 1849 C Street NW, Washington, DC 20240; phone: (202) 742-0625, email: crichardson@blm.gov. You may also follow the link below:

SHELL OIL WINS MAJOR COURT CASE– (We are Winning Part 1)

Oil giant Shell has won a landmark case at The Hague court of appeal, overturning an earlier ruling requiring it to cut its carbon emissions by 45%.

Earlier this year, the CO2 Coalition prepared and filed an expert opinion in this case, recommending a rejection of the claims of great harm caused by Shell’s CO2 emissions.

Renowned physicists Drs. Richard Lindzen, Steve Koonin and William Happer wrote in the filing that:

·      Contrary to what is commonly reported, CO2 is essential to life on earth. Without CO2, there would be no plant food and thus no human or animal life.

·      “Net zeroing” CO2 will reduce the amount of food available for all people worldwide, especially the poor. Without fossil fuels, there will be no nitrogen fertilizer, and thus mass starvation, and no low-cost energy.

·      “Net zeroing” will undermine human rights with which the Climate Case is concerned, crippling the realization of the first three U.N. sustainable development goals: eradication of poverty, elimination of hunger and achieving universal good health and wellbeing.

·      The Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC), whose conclusions served as a basis for the action against Shell, is government controlled and thus provides government opinions, not science. Thus, the IPCC provides no scientific basis for the Court’s opinion.

·      Science demonstrates that fossil fuels and CO2 will not cause “dangerous” climate change and extreme weather.

The entire Expert Opinion can be downloaded here.

Court Erases 50 Years of Environmental Law

(We are Winning Part 2)

On November 12th, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the D.C. Circuit summarily erased 46 years of Federal environmental regulations. Writing in a case called Marin Audubon Society, et al v. FAA, et al, the majority of a three-judge panel ruled that the Council on Environmental Quality had illegally used the Federal Register to publish guidance, thereby giving citizens, agencies, and even the courts the impression that their internal guidance had the authority of law.

The court goes on to detail how an advisory body with no regulatory authority was able to write environmental regulations for the entire United States for nearly a half-century just because it decided it could. Read more at the CO2 Coalition web site.

QUOTE OF THE WEEK!

Oil and gas are a “gift of god”

–Azerbaijan’s president Ilham Aliyev told the Cop29 climate conference on Tuesday.

Picture this: COP29, the annual climate circus where the world’s leaders gather to wag fingers and wring hands over carbon emissions, is hosted in none other than Azerbaijan—a country whose economy runs on fossil fuels like a muscle car guzzling premium gas. Then comes the pièce de résistance: Azerbaijan’s President Ilham Aliyev steps up to the mic and declares oil and gas to be “God’s gift” to his nation.

You can’t make this up. It’s like hosting a vegan potluck and having the guest of honor arrive with a tray of prime rib…

–Charles Rotter
WUWT.com

SINCE THE ELECTION REPORT–

a lot of things have already happened, and I am expecting a lot more good stuff to after Trump is sworn in.

I have been thanking the Bikers and the Veterans for VOTING.

Hopefully, you will have time to do something similar on Bikernet.

Others and I know that the Motorcycle Community was important in getting Trump elected both times.

The support from Bikers For Trump, Easyriders and Bikernet.com did help during his time in office.

This time it is well known that Bikers For Trump and Bikernet.com had an influence.

The fact that DMAC and I are moderators for Bikers for Trump and part of Bikernet as well as numerous motorcycle rights organizations is a work in progress that will produce some good things.

There are many organizations like the Motorcycle Riders Foundation and other rights groups that can use another friend like Dee.

I am saying that because of a lot of reasons she is going to be in a good position to help in this area.

We do have a lot of people in the motorcycle community and others who want to help and Bikernet is the ideal place for them to get the news on what they should support and what to be against.

People have been upset on how the country has been running for some time and finally had enough! That’s why the most recent election went the way it did.

That does not mean the fight is over.

Just for the record I want to repeat something from the past that we should not forget.

After we won the fight in Washington back in the ’70s to stop the threat of withholding money from states that did not pass certain laws pertaining to vehicles which included the Mandatory Helmet Law.

On the way out of the building one of the government officials said to me, “Rogue you do know this isn’t over.”

I told him bring it on and we will kick your ass again.

Well, they did and they Made It Mandatory For Kids to Wear Helmets While Riding Bicycles and Threatened To Arrest The Parents For Child Abuse If They Did Not Make Them Do It.

So, for all the years that the kids were wearing helmets they became so accustomed to doing it they automatically continued as they got bigger bicycles with engines called Motorcycles.

JUST SAYIN!

–Rogue
Senior Editor
Bikernet.com™

CUSTOM BIKE OF THE WEEK– Don’t know much, but it’s very cool.

–Sam Burns
Feature Bike Editor
Bikernet.com

NEWS FROM THE LAW TIGERS CAGE–

Does Health Insurance Cover Motorcycle Accident Injuries?

A motorcycle accident can leave a rider with severe injuries and facing not only a long road to recovery but also significant financial challenges. If you’ve found yourself in this situation, you might be wondering if health insurance will cover the costs. Here’s what you need to know about health insurance after an accident, what it does and doesn’t cover, and where else you can look for compensation.

Health Insurance Coverage for Motorcycle Accidents

Health insurance typically covers medical expenses resulting from motorcycle accidents, but the extent of coverage can vary significantly depending on your policy. Generally, it should pay for:

Emergency Care: Your insurance should cover the cost of emergency medical services, including ambulance transport and initial hospital treatment, regardless of the cause of injury.

Hospitalization and Surgeries: Necessary hospital stays and surgical procedures related to accident injuries generally fall under health insurance coverage, subject to policy limits and deductibles.

Rehabilitation and Physical Therapy: Many policies include coverage for rehabilitation services, though the number of covered sessions might be limited.

Prescription Medications: Medications for accident-related injuries should also be covered, but copayments may apply.

Durable Medical Equipment: Items like crutches, wheelchairs, or braces often fall under health insurance coverage, sometimes requiring pre-authorization.

While health insurance provides a crucial safety net, it’s not a perfect one. Here are some downsides to using health insurance after a motorcycle accident:

High Deductibles and Co-pays: Out-of-pocket expenses can accumulate quickly, especially with high-deductible plans.

Coverage Limits: Some policies cap the total amount they’ll pay for accident-related care for “non-essential benefits.”

Non-covered Services: Certain treatments or therapies might not be covered, leaving you responsible for the difference.

The Role of Other Insurance Types

In motorcycle accident cases, multiple insurance policies may come into play:

Motorcycle Insurance: Provisions in your own motorcycle insurance, such as Personal Injury Protection (PIP) or Medical Payments coverage, can help cover medical expenses, often with lower deductibles than health insurance.

Liability Insurance: If another driver caused the accident, their liability auto insurance should cover your medical expenses through liability coverage.

Uninsured/Underinsured Motorist Coverage: This part of your motorcycle policy can provide additional coverage if the at-fault party lacks sufficient insurance.

Consider Getting Legal Help

Before contacting any insurance company after a motorcycle accident, consider consulting an experienced motorcycle accident attorney with Law Tigers.

They can:

Protect Your Rights: Insurance companies want to minimize payouts. An attorney can advocate for your best interests and stop you from settling for less than you deserve.

Maximize Your Compensation: Experienced motorcycle accident attorneys understand the full scope of damages you may be entitled to beyond medical expenses.

Navigate Complex Claims: Motorcycle accidents often involve multiple insurance policies and complex liability issues. An experienced lawyer can resolve these issues more effectively and efficiently than you could yourself.

Furthermore, most motorcycle accident lawyers work on contingency, which means you’ll only pay them if they recover compensation on your behalf.

Law Tigers Always Have Your Back

At Law Tigers, we’re riders just like you. This allows us to provide the best legal representation and resources with a biker-friendly perspective. With our team on your side, you can go on adventures anywhere in the country and know that we’ll be there in case something unfortunate does happen.

HARLEY-DAVIDSON JOINS MOTOGP– for Historic First Test Ride and Media Day

When: Monday, November 18, 2024, from 11AM – 4PM

Where: Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya, Spain

Harley-Davidson has announced an exclusive historic moment in its 100+ year racing history – the first test of the Harley-Davidson Factory Racing Road Glide in conjunction with DORNA and MotoGP at Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya on Monday, November 18.

“Racing is a core pillar of the Harley-Davidson brand, showcasing our commitment to performance and innovation,” said Jochen Zeitz, Chairman, President, and CEO of Harley-Davidson. “Partnering with DORNA/MotoGP, we aim to expand our racing footprint globally, fueling the passions of our customers and fans. This MotoGP test is a pivotal first step in realizing these ambitions and demonstrating our dedication to racing excellence.”

“Harley-Davidson is an iconic brand, and we are always interested in ways to partner with them to attract more fans to MotoGP, the most exciting sport on Earth,” said Carmelo Ezpeleta, CEO of DORNA Sports.

Harley-Davidson Factory Racing rider Kyle Wyman will ride his factory team racing motorcycle alongside racing legends such as John Hopkins, Marco Melandri, and Simon Crafar, who will also run laps on board a race spec Road Glide.

Harley-Davidson CEO Jochen Zeitz and DORNA representatives will be on-site at the test and will hold a media briefing about the future global aspirations of Harley-Davidson racing.

Invited media will have the opportunity to ask questions during the press conference, interview select riders, and factory racing team members, and gain access to exclusive content opportunities only available to those in attendance.

Harley-Davidson Factory Racing is partnered with Mission Foods, Rockford Fosgate, Brembo, Öhlins, Akrapovic, Protolabs, SYN3 lubricants, and Screamin’ Eagle Performance Parts and Accessories.

EICMA REPORT FROM EUROPE–

All news seems to revolve around fast bikes and bikes that look like superbikes or all terrain / ADV stuff, etc.

EICMA had a bunch of bikes but all media entities are reporting only on supposedly what consumers believe to be pretty and desirable — fast bikes, superbikes, sports bikes, etc

What’s wrong with these people — how far can anyone ride in such a bent over (hunchbacked) position — your back twisted forward and the acute angle of your bent knees — bloody stupid. Are they imagining themselves as Ethan Hunt or James Bond or Rossi or some damn video game character or playing dress up ( cosplay ? ) from Manga comics….

I mean each reporter — these qualified, licensed to create news journalists decided to ape themselves– causing all mass media channels and publications talking only about sports and ADV bikes? Is that how high the sales are? Where are these customers at the many biker events? Rich idiots who just want to say their bike goes this fast from 0 to 100 mph and has this pickup at traffic signals and then the motorcycle just lies in their garage for all their lifetimes — or in their man-den to start and rev the engine after a few drinks to show off to their other rich idiots when they are getting high on draft beer?

Fucktards!

–Wayfarer
International Editor
Bikernet.com™

“How do you really feel?” –Bandit

RECENT BIKERNET READER COMMENT—J.J. RECENT POLITICAL COMMENTARY

Thank you for writing this and saying it. You have no clue how many times I have to debunk that these things are not true by word of mouth.

My platform I have kept quiet and observed. Even one of my close bikers believed they were coming to save CO..and that is how I got wind of it. I was traveling and was like “no..they are not”.

Did you check the sources, did you zoom in the the video to see the surroundings? I got was a “no”. Please bikers..research, but also think before we post.

So important. – Kathryn Anne We Are Bikers – Where Bikers Unite. I do not even speak on their behalf (that club). I just knew and researched and saw through the errors…We need to be careful.

–Kathryn Anne
wherebikersunite@gmail.com
United States of America, VA

KOZMO TRAVEL STORIES–

Check out the audio/print feature about the Ghosts of  the Amargosa Opera House

CLICK ON THE IMAGE TO HEAR THE STORY

Click on the link below to see the photos

https://www.kozmoto.com/app/uploads/2019/03/The-Ghost-of-Electra-FINAL-MASTER-1.pdf

CHECK OUT THE KOZMOTO TRAVEL KIT

Everything you wish you had in one small 4 x 6 pouch

https://www.ebay.com/itm/226247498916

BANDIT’S 5-BALL EMPORIUM NEWS–

Danial the artist and Yvonne, brought these metal trees and he made these 3-layer wood carved by machine from his art, ornaments.  We played around with them today. I’ll probably use them in the windows for December. –Redhead

This shot is seriously out of focus, but you can still make out the amazing detail, lazer cut in wood. Check out the Xmas ornaments Danial created.

If you need a souvenir from the 84th we have some cool ones still on hand.

I ordered lights for the front of the building, but had to make a mounting box. Danial and I went to work in my shop. Once I had the base we tested it, then I wrapped it with sheetmetal to conceal the wiring.

Here are shots of the plate and wrap work.

Plus, we now have giclee prints of the Salt Torpedo framed and ready to rock. Danial actually prints his art, cuts and mounts the art in frames. The guy is amazing.

Danial is a master with logos. He’s created logos for Scott Jacobs and David Uhl for decades. In fact, with a rough sketch from Scott he created four examples and a final logo for Scott’s new boat in less than 24 hours. He’s available to create your logo and the prices aren’t crazy.

–Bandit

ANOTHER QUOTE OF THE WEEK–

POLITICO: What’s at stake for climate policy?

‘Who the hell cares,’ Trump said.

MAJOR AUTO MAKER EXEC FLATLY SAYS–liberals’ EV ‘Mandates’ Are ‘Impossible’ To Meet

Toyota’s North American Chief Operating Officer (COO) Jack Hollis criticized U.S. policies promoting electric vehicle adoption (EV) on Friday, according to Bloomberg.

The Toyota COO said that electric vehicle policies are “de facto mandates” that are not in sync with consumer demand, according to Bloomberg. Hollis also said that EV mandates such as those in California are impossible to meet, according to CNBC.

“The whole EV ecosystem is ahead of the consumer,” Hollis told reporters Friday, “It’s not in alignment with consumers. It’s just not.”

The Biden-Harris administration has introduced various EV-related policies as part of President Joe Biden’s climate agenda, including introducing a tailpipe emissions rule in March that would require about 67% of all light-duty vehicles sold after 2032 to be EVs or hybrids. Biden has been leading a push to build half a million public EV chargers nationwide by 2030, that has so far been met with various slowdowns. (RELATED: Ford CEO Admits Driving Chinese EV After Receiving Billions From Taxpayers To Make Rival Cars Domestically)

Various American automakers have backpedaled on EV goals despite the current administration funneling billions of dollars in subsidies as part of its EV agenda. The California Air Resources Board’s “Advanced Clean Cars II” regulations require that 35% of 2026 model-year vehicles be zero-emission.

“I have not seen a forecast by anyone … government or private, anywhere that has told us that that number is achievable. At this point, it looks impossible,” Hollis said of the zero-emission regulations. “Demand isn’t there. It’s going to limit a customer’s choice of the vehicles they want.”

Many automakers have experienced issues with EV sales, including used EV models experiencing drastic price cuts due to slackening consumer demand. Ford Motor Company announced in October that it lost an additional $1.2 billion on EVs in the third quarter and announced in September that it would offer free EV chargers and home installations to incentivize customers.

Toyota did not immediately respond to a request for comment from the Daily Caller News Foundation.

–Ireland Owens
Contributor,
Daily Caller

TOP FUEL ACCELERATION PUT INTO PERSPECTIVE

Drag racing must be one of the most expensive hobbies on the Planet! A single barrel of fuel is over $750.00 U.S., and here is what you get from that:

* One Top Fuel dragster 500 cubic-inch Hemi engine makes more horsepower (10,000 HP) than the first 5 rows at the Daytona 500.

* Under full throttle, a dragster engine consumes 1.2-1.5 gallons of nitro methane per second; a fully loaded 747 consumes jet fuel at the same rate with 25% less energy being produced.

* A stock Dodge Hemi V8 engine cannot produce enough power to merely drive the dragster’s supercharger.

* With 3000 CFM of air being rammed in by the supercharger on overdrive, the fuel mixture is compressed into a near-solid form before ignition. Cylinders run on the verge of hydraulic lock at full throttle.

* At the stoichiometric 1.7:1 air/fuel mixture for nitro methane the flame front temperature measures 7050 degrees F.

* Nitromethane burns yellow. The spectacular white flame seen above the stacks at night is raw burning hydrogen, dissociated from atmospheric water vapor by the searing exhaust gases.

* Dual magnetos supply 44 amps to each spark plug. This is the output of an arc welder in each cylinder.

* Spark plug electrodes are totally consumed during a pass. After 1/2 way, the engine is dieseling from compression plus the glow of exhaust valves at 1400 degrees F. The engine can only be shut down by cutting the fuel flow.

* If spark momentarily fails early in the run, unburned nitro builds up in the affected cylinders and then explodes with sufficient force to blow cylinder heads off the block in pieces or split the block in half.

* Dragsters reach over 300 MPH before you have completed reading this sentence.

0 to 100 MPH in .8 seconds (the first 60 feet of the run)

0 to 200 MPH in 2.2 seconds (the first 350 feet of the run)

* In order to exceed 300 MPH in 4.5 seconds, dragsters must accelerate an average of over 4 G’s. In order to reach 200 MPH well before half-track, the launch acceleration approaches 8 G’s.

6 g-forces at the starting line (nothing accelerates faster on land)

6 negative g-forces upon deployment of twin chutes at 300 MPH. A Top Fuel Dragster accelerates quicker than any other land vehicle on earth. Quicker than a jet fighter plane, quicker than the space shuttle.

* Top Fuel engines turn approximately 540 revolutions from light to light!

* Including the burnout, the engine must only survive 900 revolutions under load.

* The redline is actually quite high at 9500 RPM.

* The current Top Fuel dragster elapsed time record is 4.420 seconds for the quarter-mile (2004, Doug Kalitta). The top speed record is 337.58 MPH as measured over the last 66′ of the run (2005, Tony Schumacher).

THE BOTTOM LINE: Assuming all the equipment is paid off, the crew worked for free, NOTHING BLOWS UP, each run costs an estimated $1,000 per second.

Putting this all into perspective:

You are driving the average $140,000 Lingenfelter twin-turbo powered Corvette Z06. Over a mile up the road, a Top Fuel dragster is staged & ready to launch down a quarter-mile strip as you pass. You have the advantage of a flying start. You run the ‘Vette hard up through the gears and blast across the starting line & pass the dragster at an honest 200 MPH. The ‘tree’ goes green for both of you at that moment.

The dragster launches & starts after you. You keep your foot down hard, but you hear an incredibly brutal whine that sears your eardrums & within 3 seconds the dragster catches & passes you. He beats you to the finish line, a quarter-mile away from where you just passed him. Think about it – from a standing start, the dragster had spotted you 200 MPH & not only caught, but nearly blasted you off the road when he passed you within a mere 1320 foot long race!

That’s acceleration!.

–from El Waggs

MRF NEWS–Congressman, retired Navy SEAL cherishes Wisconsin-made motorcycle

By Charlotte Scott

U.S. Rep. Derrick Van Orden, R-Prairie du Chien, often turns heads on Capitol Hill when he rolls up to work each day.

The freshman Republican is believed to be the only member of Congress who commutes by motorcycle. When he first won his seat two years ago, he rode his Harley from Wisconsin to Washington.

“This is a 2019 Harley Davidson Softail Slim, and it is manufactured in Milwaukee. So this is actually Milwaukee iron,” Van Orden said.

Van Orden, who won-re-election last week from a mostly rural district in southwestern Wisconsin, said his bike represents America.

“It was built by tradesmen and women,” he explained. “You know what I mean? Like people working with their hands. And we need more of that here. We need people who are grounded with their constituents.”

Van Orden served as a Navy SEAL, with multiple combat tours to Afghanistan and Iraq. He said he cherishes his time with his Harley.

“I joined the Navy at 18, and I’ve had a lot of responsibility throughout my life,” he said. “After I started deploying a lot to combat, and I’ve had more and more of my friends killed in training and combat — and a bunch, 21 of ‘em, committed suicide, SEALs. The ability to separate yourself from just about everything became more important to me as I got older, and I had more responsibilities, and I had more things to be concerned about. This is a way to kind of put those aside for a few minutes or a few hours.”

Van Orden said riding his bike represents the embodiment of freedom. He joked that when he’s on the road, even his staff cannot call him…

–Spectrum News

–from the MRF

STURGIS MOTORCYCLE MUSEUM REPORTS SUCCESSFUL RIDING SEASON— FOR 2024

The Sturgis Motorcycle Museum wrapped up the 2024 motorcycle riding season with strong year-to-date attendance and significant contributions to the economy of the Black Hills and the City of Sturgis.

“This year was a tremendous success for the Sturgis Motorcycle Museum,” said Museum Executive Director Heidi Haro. “We welcomed thousands of guests from around the world, not just motorcycle enthusiasts, but also Black Hills visitors who are curious about the rich history and culture surrounding the Sturgis Rally.”

The Museum served as a major draw for riders and non-riders, which is on-track to bring nearly 20,000 visitors to downtown Sturgis, with a corresponding boost to the city’s economy.  These visitors enjoyed exploring the extensive collection of motorcycles, ranging from rare vintage models to award winning custom bikes and soaked up some of motorcycling’s rich history through the Hall of Fame and the stories behind the inductees to the Hall.

Special Events Rev Up Museum Energy

The Museum hosted a variety of events throughout the season, further amplifying its appeal and economic impact:

Scott Jacobs Unveils Newest Panting: Renowned artist Scott Jacobs chose the Sturgis Motorcycle Museum as the venue for the unveiling of his latest masterpiece, an oil painting titled “Rivals in the Dust,” featuring American Flat Track champions Scott Parker and Jared Mees. Nearly 100 attendees witnessed the unveiling and received a limited-edition print signed by the artist and both of the riders, with proceeds benefiting the Museum. Prints are still available in the Museum Shop and online.

Michael Lichter Captures the Spirit of the Rally: A special exhibit curated by Keith Ball and sponsored by Bikernet.com showcased ten iconic photographs by renowned photographer Michael Lichter. These captivating images chronicled riders, events, and the camaraderie that defines the Sturgis Rally experience.

Sold-Out Hall of Fame Induction Breakfast: The Museum’s signature fundraising event, the annual Hall of Fame Induction Breakfast, sold out well in advance of the event which took place in August during the Sturgis Rally. This year’s inductees are a diverse group, whose backgrounds include Hollywood fame, racing championships, and business success. All of the inductees share a passion for motorcycles and a penchant for supporting veterans, the elderly, or motorcyclists’ rights. South Dakota Governor Kristie Noem attended the event and introduced David Uhl, a 2024 HOF inductee and noted motorcycle artist, who also happens to be the painter of her official portrait.

Supporting AFT Sturgis TT Race: As a proud partner of the AMA Flat Track racing community, the Museum actively supported the inaugural AFT Sturgis TT Race, the first-ever motorcycle race on the streets of downtown Sturgis. Held during the final weekend of the Rally and broadcast nationally on Fox TV, the event attracted dozens of race teams and riders and brought thousands of race fans to the city.

Good Guys’ Hall of Fame Road Tour: In September, the Museum partnered with the Good Guys’ Hall of Fame Road Tour. This unique event brought a rolling showcase of custom cars to the museum’s parking area, making downtown Sturgis a destination for hundreds of excited custom car enthusiasts.

Expanding Collection Enhances Visitor Experience

Beyond exciting events, the Museum’s permanent collection saw significant growth, adding seven unique motorcycles to its already impressive collection. These new additions ranged from early 20th-century Harley-Davidsons to a globally recognized, award-winning custom motorcycle.  In addition, valuable racing and riding memorabilia donations further enhanced the Museum’s offerings. The museum’s curators typically rotate the collection to highlight new and “featured” motorcycles.

Looking Ahead: A Commitment to Sturgis and Beyond

“We are thrilled with the positive impact the Sturgis Motorcycle Museum is having on the local community,” commented Museum Board Chair Craig Bailey. “Looking ahead, we are committed to expanding our Hall of Fame, offering even more engaging exhibits, and celebrating the motorcycle culture in Sturgis and beyond.”

THE BAD JOKE LIBRARY….HAS A BEDROOM

Her: Dear diary, im scared my husband is cheating on me. Today he came home from work late. He didn’t say where he was. He didn’t hug me, and he didn’t talk to me. He seemed distracted during dinner, and when I asked him what’s wrong he said “Nothing.” We went to bed and made love and he didn’t seem like himself. I’m scared.

His: Dear diary, my damn bike wouldn’t start after work today. I pushed it home and spent an hour in the garage with it, and I can’t figure it out. I don’t want to have to take the car to work tomorrow. But, I did get laid tonight.

—The Wayfarer

THE BAD JOKE LIBRARY….HAS A CLOSET

Ya know what the hardest part of riding a scooter is?

Telling your parents you’re gay.

PIERER MOBILITY IN FINANCIAL MESS– KTM OWNER FACES LIQUIDITY ISSUES

“Far-reaching restructuring necessary at KTM AG level“ — says the company

KTM as a company is doing poorly for a while and has announced even more layoffs…. their revenues fell to a new low in Q3

As per industry sources parent company which owns KTM, GasGas, Husqvarna and newly acquired MV Augusta — may sell some brand/s in a few months.

They have not received any cash infusion…

KTM is most successful among these brands in terms of units sold thanks to Bajaj and Indian consumers.

Bajaj may get first offer to buy KTM or get a massive stake in KTM.

Either ways, those riders who intend to buy KTM motorcycles may want to review their choices or await further updates from thee company.

READ THE PRESS RELEASE AT: https://www.pierermobility.com/en/newsroom/eqsfeed/2880675

—Wayfarer
Associate Editor
Bikernet.com

Motorcycle TransAm News!

We’re getting closer every day to the start of our incredible journey! In case you missed it, we’re thrilled to announce our latest stop on the route: Columbia Motor Alley in beautiful Columbia, TN. This historic venue—originally a 1947 Chevrolet dealership—is full of character, and we’re so grateful to Mike Wolfe for opening the doors for us to experience it with you. Columbia is a fantastic city with rich history and a welcoming community, making it the perfect place to showcase our rolling museum of vintage motorcycles!

Exciting news: our online store will be opening in just a few weeks! Keep an eye out for our announcement to grab your favorite Motorcycle TransAm merchandise and join us in celebrating this inaugural event.

If you’ve been on the fence about joining us for our inaugural run, now’s the time! Don’t miss your chance to be part of a historic journey—sign up today, and we promise you won’t regret it. It’s going to be an unforgettable experience!

Thank you for your support, and we look forward to sharing this adventure with you!

AMRA Baggers and Gassers Set Records at The Rock

PennGrade1 AMRA All-American motorcycle drag racing series event gas classes coverage report

event: PennGrade1 AMRA Jim McClure All-Harley World Finals

when: October 25-27, 2024

where: Rockingham Dragway in Marston, North Carolina, USA

The world’s largest all-American motorcycle drag racing series isn’t just for nitro heroes. Naturally aspirated gas classes, baggers, turbos, and nitrous huffing Harley-Davidsons filled the lanes and the record books at North Carolina’s Rockingham Dragway for the PennGrade1 American Motorcycle Racing Association (AMRA) Jim McClure All-Harley World Finals on October 25-27.

Zipper’s Performance Pro Bagger

Baggers were bangin’ at The Rock. Southern grudge legend “Burnout Bruce” Emanuel showed up with Scott Williams’ beautiful blue turbo Bagger and immediately started setting Milwaukee-Eight (M8) records while taking number one qualifier in a 15-bike Zipper’s Performance Pro Bagger field.

Bruce kept his advantage all the way to the final, where he took the tree by a scant .003 against fellow finalist Jeremy Beaulieu. Emanuel had the power to score a 7.79 at 183 win against Beaulieu’s 8.09 at 173. Rick Hunnicutt won the Zipper’s Performance Pro Bagger championship.

“Well, this journey hasn’t been easy,” said Emanuel. “Scott Williams, who owns the bike and spends the dollars, stayed focused. We didn’t test a lot with this bike at all. We fought a broken pipe at three test sessions and finally Scott found a guy to build one.

“Cullen Gillis decided to build the engine and change a lot of things on the bike. He called me and said ‘BIG POWER, be ready.’

“I think we made three 7 second passes and few more good passes. Fought the 60 foot a couple times but I knew Cullen had a plan. Bike never missed a beat, stayed together all weekend, same clutch, same tranny.

“After running the 7.91 (in qualifying), then backing up (with a) 7.89 (in the semi), knowing what I knew, I basically felt the 7.79 coming. Matter of fact, in staging lanes I told Jeremy Justice and Jeremy Beaulieu I would go .79 at 183.”

Way to go Babe Ruth. “Guess what? 7.79 at 183 when I needed it most against the Stephane Crete Racing Team.

“Just an amazing weekend. A lot of fun, a lot of fast Pro Baggers, great race venue, the race was ran very well, and great crowd.

“Special thanks to Scott for it all. On behalf of me and Scott, we would like to thank Stanley Gardner (GRC Cranks), Scot Wood (Wood Cycles)—more parts than any dealer has. Andy Simon for transmission, Fly Iron Harley-Davidson, Jeremy Williamson (Backhalf Parts), Eric Hochstetler (MTC), MaxxECU, Brian Murray (Billet Trees), Matt at S&S Cycle for bullet-proof M8 engine cases, and Ernie Munoz (Comp Turbo).

“Lastly, my little brother, who believes in me and puts up with my antics, disagreements, late night tuning questions, and trips to Waffle House!

“Cullen Gillis, you said we got more left in it. I trust you and believe you. Let’s effffffff’n send it!”

Thundermax Street Baggers

Jimmy Maikranz did what Jimmy Maikranz does, qualifying number one in Thundermax Street Baggers, then giving his teammate—in this case, Dave “Paco” Cartwright—the break in the final. After Cartwright’s .189 reaction time, Maikranz waited a leisurely .651 to join the race. Paco’s 9.74 at 134 was enough to hold off hard-charging Jimmy’s 9.50 at 143. Champion Maikranz’s starting line charity allowed winning Cartwright to place second in points.

“The 2024 Mutant Motors by Wolf team season has been an amazing experience,” said Cartwright. “Especially winning The Rock at the season finale. I finally had a good showing at The Rock, and ran very consistent times on Sunday. I knew I had to win to possibly finish second.

“In my many years of racing it has never been with a group of people who have not only elevated my racing skills, but taught me an entirely new way to get down the track. It has truly been the most fun racing experience of my career…at least until Wolf gets mad at me…he recovers quickly though.

“Jimmy did win the 2024 championship and in 2023. Wolf has won three straight championships with two different riders. Our teammate Jeff Boudreaux finished fourth.”

Cartwright thanked Axtell, VP Racing Fuel, Zipper’s Performance Parts, Wood Performance, and Mom and Pop Boudreaux.

–Tim Hailey
https://www.eatmyink.com/
Google Tim for the complete report

THE ANTI-MANDATE MOMENTUM IS BUILDING!

Automotive Advocate: It’s a win for the whole country in Connecticut!

For over a year, SEMA and the SEMA Action Network (SAN) have been leading voices opposing Connecticut Governor Lamont’s proposed electric vehicle mandate.

We came out victorious because of our efforts in Connecticut.

A huge majority of Connecticut residents were opposed to a potential mandate. SEMA tapped into this energy leading a coalition and running a statewide advocacy campaign.  We worked to educate lawmakers and consumers across the Nutmeg state.

KEEP IT GOING

We’ve got momentum on our side now!

We’ve proven we are an absolute force to be reckoned with – this is just the start. With your help we are going to defeat backwards mandates that limit choice, destroy jobs, and punish consumers. And we are going to do it around the country.

We need your help to make sure leaders across the country realize it is not up to them to tell us what to drive. Sign our petition and let’s get the ball rolling.

Let’s get after it,
—SEMA Action Network

THE NEWS NEVER ENDS–

Especially now. Shit is happening fast and for the good. I’m in the process of figuring out next year and where my limited energies will go. I’ve decide after a lot of back and forth considerations to devote a chunk of my time and resources to the Sturgis Motorcycle Museum. I’ll report back after the board meeting on the 19th.

On my plate right this minute is firing up the Knucklehead and turning toward the 1913 Board Track Racer. I met with the AMCA guys last night for an early cheap dinner at the Pizza Ranch in Sturgis. They make some fine chicken. Rob who works for Lonnie Isam was there with Charlie. Rob also works at the Museum taking care of the motorcycles. Rob corrected the rumor of Lonnie getting out of the antique motorcycle business. “That’s not true,” Rob said. “Lonnie is out of town, but we have a ton of projects in the making. Bring your engine down.”

That was inspiring and I’ll write a feature about the build at Lonnie’s shop. I plan to roll into town and see what Rob is up to next week. From and editorial standpoint I’m going to publish Charlie’s story about his dual -carb Knuckle if Cycle Source can’t squeeze it into the next issue.

I sorta rewrote the 105th chapter of Bandit’s Cantina Series and I’m still making notes for my 2024 Life and Times story for the Cantina. As soon as December hits, I start filling in the blanks about one of the most amazing years of my life.

Here’s a teaser of our Xmas card. It’s much better in person and the guys at Clark Printing did a helluva job.

Have a helluva weekend. Ride safe and congratulate everyone who voted for America and Freedom.

–Bandit

The (not so distant) Future of Motorcycling

Who will the motorcyclists be a generation from now? What will they be riding and where will they be riding it to?  If you’re reading this, you’ll be very happy you ride now.

The bad news is there was no good news until last week.  Motorcycles were inevitably going to be mandated OFF America’s freeways and highways because of self-driving vehicles. 

Think about it. Behind Climate Doom and Zero policies, unless you’re on a self-driving motorcycle (which is appealing as a jail sentence) snaking through computer-controlled traffic, “In the name of Zero policies of public safety,” human error would be the last thing government agencies would allow. But shit changed abruptly last week. Trump will fight the ‘anti-human, demented climate agenda’ – This was ‘the most consequential election for the UN, in our recent history,” said Marc Morano of the Climate Depot website.

 What if the other guys won? Government mandated drones would be the new ‘”Enforcers” of this future and nobody would escape the scrutiny and punishment of the law. Remember Zero policies mean Zero freedoms and never-ending government agencies.

It’s happening right now in countries like China where two-wheeled vehicles are NOT allowed on any Chinese freeways. Oh, and by-the-way, China currently has more freeways than the USA. India has similar laws.

Obviously, in the future combustion engines would no longer be legal for two-wheeled vehicles, but that mandate changed last week. Again, this has happened in China, 80% of all two- wheeled vehicles are already electric.

So, what were the future riders going to look like and where would they ride electrically? They would likely be a bunch of pussies who ride from wheat grass kiosks to coffee shops while texting and reading the news on blue-tooth devices.

 Since they don’t need to pay attention to road conditions, they could watch colorful sporting events and the news simultaneously on their helmet screens while communicating with their Facebook friends. Unfortunately, the chilling statistics on diminishing testosterone in men and the financial stress of future generations will relegate most of these new riders to very short commutes on wimpy electric scooters.

The long, arduous commutes on the 405 freeway would have been eliminated and the long-distance drive-times to Vegas via self-driving vehicles significantly reduced. Scooting along PCH with thousands of tourists would be as adventurous as it gets. Unless the Climate Doomers shuttered PCH all together, anti-human.

Until a couple of weeks ago we would have been forced through so oppressive and restrictive rule, regulations and enforcement, “for our own good and to save the planet,” the outlaw spirit would have returned on a fierce and dangerous level.

Legions of renegade riders would run rampant, dodging the legal systems — the rise of the “Outlaw Biker” would emerge once again. Unfortunately, technology would have kicked their asses and the anti-human element would have made chopper-riding outlaws easy targets.

 Fortunately we have a shot at freedom right now, but we must be strong and keep the “Ride to Live” mentality alive. The outlaw spirit is likely to become far more pervasive in a restrictive society and will spawn an entire generation of “Mad Max” motorcyclists if we can’t keep our rights alive with state ABATE groups and the MRF. The “Born Free” millennial riders of today will soon become the angst-ridden senior citizens in this brave new world of relentless media marketing and social monitoring.

Advertising in the future will be called “personalizing” and brand messaging will be a digital torrent relentlessly selling an ever-changing, customized personal experience.  Re-trending fashion, foods and fun with minute-by-minute marketing attacks selling a daily deluge of “Buy, Die or Unsubscribe”.

The new renegade bikers will become the “Unsubscribed”. These aging millennials, sporting plaid shirts, graying beards and balding heads will be really pissed off at the barrage of social media marketing and mind control and these old as Hell Angels won’t take it anymore.

 They will ride …they will ride in legions and they won’t be held hostage by mandated restrictions or social pressure.

Drones will become the new “Enforcers” of the future, but the future generation of outlaw bikers will have within their ranks, super-hackers of the highest caliber. Equipped with high power electromagnetic scramblers, handheld lasers, and of course their own pocket-sized, attack drone killers.

Ultimately, the millions of renegade riders will demand sovereignty and hopefully the new administration will allow an amendment by “The Convention of the States” and grant South Dakota and other free states independence allowing Outlaw Bikers the legal freedom to live life on their own terms.

So, what does this all mean to us motorcyclists right now? We have the best of all worlds; most American roads are still wide open. Whether we ride the  winding Sturgis roads, mountains of Mojave Desert or the Pacific Coast, our highways and byways are relatively accessible. Ride more, ride longer and enjoy the road. Stay involved, join rights groups and keep the new administration true to their word. Never give up or give in.

Ride safe,

–Koz Mraz

This story reminds me of my 1990 book Sam “Chopper” Orwell. Grab a copy in the shop.

–Bandit

We at the Motorcycle Riders Foundation wish all Veterans a Happy Veterans Day. Thank you for your service in defense of our freedoms and liberties. We, as motorcyclists, are fortunate that so many of our fellow riders are Veterans. You not only make our country but our motorcycling community stronger.

“Honor to the soldier and sailor everywhere, who bravely bears his country’s cause. Honor, also, to the citizen who cares for his brother in the field and serves, as he best can, the same cause.”

– Abraham Lincoln

–MRF

                WEST PALM BEACH CONVENTION CENTER

TUESDAY,NOVEMBER 5 THRU WEDNESDAY,NOVEMBER, 6,2024

PROMISES MADE, PROMISES KEPT

The greatest country in the world is getting a well-needed tune up!  There’s no need to describe the last 4 years of Bidenomics as we have all been living  with the circumstances of their bullshit.   

November 5-6, 2024 marked a historical event where the Popular Vote and the Electoral Votes both recorded a landslide that will make America great again.   A TRIFECTA occurred that will change the face of American history for years to come.   A Red Wave that will heal America and get her back on track again.  Besides an epic victory for the Presidency,  the Senate and House were both flipped Red.   And the icing on the cake, was Kamala delivering  her concession  speech Wednesday at 4pm EST.  The journey forward won’t be an easy one, as there are many wrongs to be righted.   The journey started at the West Palm Beach Convention Center and marks the beginning of President Trump returning as #47 – demanded by the people and the outcome of the election. 

FOX NEWS called the election in favor of  President Trump at 1:46AM EST after swing state (NC, PA, WI, GA,)  results were called.   By 2:30am , front  and center, we were  able to bear  witness to this historic transition of our country currently decaying and despondent,  to ecstatic and hopeful – the result of the greatest political movement of all time – the MAGA movement!  President Trump accepted the nomination to be the 47^th President of the United States of America. 

                                               

TRUMP-Melaina- Barron

His acceptance speech provided thanks and reassurance that many good things lie ahead.  Time is of the essence, but so is patience. The wrongs won’t be righted overnight, but the process will be slow and methodical.  President Trump learned from his previous term as President and goes into this new term with more knowledge and insight.  He’s identified the element that initially appeared trustworthy, but demonstrated otherwise, and now has located his people that will fill his cabinet and are completely trustworthy. 

                                                                                               

Trump Wins

#45 is coming back stronger than ever and accepted the honor of the Presidency in front of thousands of invited guests, and the lamestream media.  With his wife, Melania, children, grandchildren, father-in-law, and dear trusted friends close by, he presented the following speech from the heart:                               

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“I want to thank the American people for the extraordinary honor of being elected your 47th president, and your 45th president, and every citizen. And I will fight for you, for your family, and your future. Every single day I will be fighting for you, and with every breath in my body. I will not rest until we have delivered the strong, safe, and prosperous America that our children deserve, and that you deserve,” he said. “This will truly be the golden age of America. That’s what we have to have. This is a magnificent victory for the American people that will allow us to make America great again”.

“These are our friends. We have thousands of friends in this incredible movement. This is a movement like nobody’s ever seen before. And frankly, this was, I believe, the greatest political movement of all time. There’s never been anything like this in this country. And maybe. And now it’s going to reach a new level of importance because we’re going to help our country heal, help our country. 

Here we have a country that needs help, and it needs help very badly. We’re going to fix our borders. We’re going to fix everything about our country. And we made history for a reason tonight. And the reason is going to be just that. 

We overcame obstacles that nobody thought possible. And it is now clear that we’ve achieved the most incredible political – look, what happened is this crazy.

This is a magnificent victory for the American people that will allow us to make America great again. And in addition to having won the battleground states of North Carolina, I love these places, Georgia, Pennsylvania, and Wisconsin. We are now winning in Michigan, Arizona, Nevada and Alaska, which would result in us carrying at least 315 electoral votes.                                               

Bikers For Trump 

The greatest comeback of all time!  

We also have won the popular vote. That was great.

Thank you. Thank you very much. 

Winning the popular vote was very nice. I will tell you the great, a great feeling of love. We have a great feeling of love in this very large room with unbelievable people standing by my side. These people have been incredible. They’ve made the journey with me, and we’re going to make you very happy. We’re going to make you very proud of your vote. I hope that you’re going to be looking back someday and say that was one of the truly important moments of my life when I voted for this group of people. Beyond the president, this group of great people. 

America has given us an unprecedented and powerful mandate. WR in Montana, Nevada, Texas, Ohio, Michigan, Wisconsin, the great Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, were all won by the MAGA movement. They helped so much. 

And in those cases, every one of them, we worked with the senators. They were tough races. And I mean, the number of victories in the Senate was absolutely incredible. And we did tele-rallies, we did tele-rallies with each one of them. And sometimes we did two or three. And it was amazing to look at all of those victories. Nobody expected that. Nobody. So, I just wanted to thank you very much for that. And we have you have some great senators and some great new senators. And it also looks like we’ll be keeping control of the House of Representatives. 

                               

And I want to thank Mike Johnson. I think he’s doing a terrific job. Terrific job. I want to also thank my beautiful wife, Melania, and first lady, who has the number one bestselling book in the country? Can you believe that? She has done a great job, works very hard. Works very hard to help people. So I just want to thank her.

But I want to thank my whole family, my amazing children. And they are amazing children. Now, we all think our children are amazing, everybody here thinks their children are amazing. But Don, Eric, Ivanka, Tiffany, Barron, Laura, Jarrett, Kimberly, Michael, thank you all. What a help. 

My father-in-law, Victor, is tremendous. And we miss very much Melania’s mother, Amalija. We miss Amalija now. She would be very happy right now standing on this stage. She’d be so proud. She was a great woman, that one, beautiful inside and out. She was a great woman. 

I want to be the first to congratulate our great, now I can say Vice President-Elect of the United States, JD Vance. And his absolutely remarkable and beautiful wife, Usha Vance. And he is a feisty guy, isn’t he? You know, I said ‘Go into the enemy camp,’ and, you know, the enemy camp is certain networks. He just goes, ‘Okay, which one?’ CNN, MSDNC. He’ll say, All right, thank you very much. He really looked forward to it. And then he just goes and absolutely obliterates them. 

Say a couple of words.

Well, Mr. President, I appreciate you allowing me to join you on this incredible journey. I thank you for the trust you placed in me. And I think that we just witnessed the greatest political comeback in the history of the United States of America. And under President Trump’s leadership, we’re never going to stop fighting for you, for your dreams, for the future of your children. And after the greatest political comeback in American history, we’re going to lead the greatest economic comeback in American history under Donald Trump’s leadership. 

PRESIDENT  TRUMP: Thank you very much. He’s turned out to be a good choice. I took a little heat at the beginning, but he was. I knew, I knew the brain was a good one. About as good as it gets. And we love the family. And we’re going to have a great four years and we’re going to turn our country around, make us something very special. We lost that, lost that little, lost that little, that little thing called special. We have to make it, so we’re going to make this so great. It’s going to, it’s the greatest country, and potentially the greatest country in the world by far. And right now, we’re going to just work very hard to get all of that back. We’re going to make it the best it’s ever been. And we can do that. It was going bad fast. We’re going to have to seal up those borders. We want people to come back in. But they have to come in legally. They have to come in legally. 

       

        

Let me also expressed my tremendous appreciation for Susie and Chris. The job you did. Susie come here Susie, Chris, come here, Chris. Susie likes to stay sort of in the back. Let me tell you, the ice maiden. We call her the ice maiden. Chris, come back. Susie likes to stay in the background. She’s not in the background. 

CHRIS LACIVITA: This was unexpected. But I just want to thank, obviously, President Trump for this journey. It was a great one. And he’s a hell of a candidate and he’s going to be a hell of a great 47th president. And this team that we had, the best team and of course, even my boss, Susie Wiles, the best. 

PRESIDENT TRUMP: Thank you. And thank you, Susie. Look at her, she’s shy. I’ve never seen her be shy before. They are great. Everybody up here is great. Everybody up here is very special.

Who did you say? Let me tell you, we have a new star. A star is born, Elon (Musk). Now, he’s an amazing guy. We were sitting here tonight. You know, He spent two weeks in Philadelphia and different parts of Pennsylvania campaigning. You know, He sent the rocket up two weeks ago and I saw that rocket. And I saw it coming down. I saw, when it left it was beautiful, shiny white, when it came down it didn’t look so pretty, it was going 10,000 mph and it was burning like hell. I said, what happened to your paint job? He said, we’ve have never made a paint that can withstand that kind of heat. 

But I saw it come down and turn around and it was, you know, it’s like 22 stories tall by the way, it looks a little smaller than that, but it’s big. And it came down and down and you saw that fire burning and. And I’m saying only Elon can do this. It must be an Elon. And I tell the story. I told it last night.

I had the screen muted, no sound. I was talking to a very important man. Happens to be here and  a very important guy, one of the most important people in I would say the country, actually. But, you know, I was president and now it looks like I was going to be maybe President again, so I figured I could ask him to hold. So I asked him to hold. And because especially because you’re going to be President again, they hold. So I took the phone down and I’m looking at the screen. I’m seeing this crazy thing that’s going around and coming down and it looks like it’s going to crash into the gantry. And I said, oh no  and I said Do me a favor. You mind holding for a couple minutes?. I want to see this. I thought it was a Space Age movie or something. I put the phone down , but I didn’t pick it up for 45 minutes and he was holding. But this spaceship came down and I saw those engines firing and it looked like it was over. It was going to smash. 

And then I saw the fire pour out from the left side and I put it straight and it came down so gently. And then it wrapped those arms around it and it held it. And just like you hold your baby at night, your little baby. And it was a beautiful thing to see. And I called Elon I said, Elon, was that you? He said, Yes, it was. I said, Who else can do that? Can Russia do it? No. Can China do it? No. Can the United States do it other than you? No, nobody can do that. I said, That’s why I love you, Elon. That’s great. And you know, when we had the tragic Hurricane Helene and it hit in particular North Carolina, they were really devastated. The water, this was a big water, as big as we’ve ever seen. What a hurricane. They built lakes out of nothing. Fields became lakes. And and the danger was unbelievable. And the people from North Carolina came to me and they said, would it be possible at all possible for you to speak to Elon Musk? We need Star Link. I said, what’s Star Link? It’s a form of communication. So I called Elon, and I’ll tell you what he had. And it was very dangerous. People would die. They had no communication. All the wires were down. I called Elon Musk. I said, Elon, you have something called Star Link. Is that right? Yes, I do. What the hell is it? He said, It’s a communication system that’s very good. I said, Elon, they need it really, really badly in North Carolina. Can you get it here? He had it there so fast it was incredible. So and it was great. It saved a lot of lives. He saved a lot of lives. But he’s a character, he’s a special guy. He’s a super genius. We have to protect our geniuses. We don’t have that many of them. We have to protect our super geniuses.

 I want to thank I think, you know, we have The US Open champion he’s fantastic. Every slightly longer than me hits the ball a little bit longer than me. Just a little bit. Bryson DeChambeau is up here, so I’m glad. What happened to Bryson? Where is he? Bryson. He was sure. He said he was on the way. He’s on the way. He’s hitting balls. Bryson. Look at him. He had a great he’s got a great career going. Great U.S. Open, Bryson. It’s a fantastic job. And we also have a man, Dana White, who has done some job. He’s that tough guy? And so Dana started UFC and came to me. Do you mind if I use your. Nobody wanted to give him a because they said it’s a rough sport, a little rough. And I helped him out a little bit. And I went and I said, This is the roughest sport I’ve ever seen. But I began to like it and he loved it. And nobody’s done a better job in sports. And, you know, he’s a very motivational kind of a guy. What he does, he gets these fighters and they really go at it is become one of the most successful sports enterprises anywhere at any time doing so. Well, I’d like to ask Dana just to say a couple of words, because people love to hear from him. 

DANA WHITE: Nobody deserves this more than him, and nobody deserves this more than his family does. This is what happens when the machine comes after you. What you’ve seen over the last several years. This is what it looks like. Couldn’t stop him. He keeps going forward. He doesn’t quit. He’s the most resilient, hardworking man I’ve ever met in my life. His family are incredible people. This is karma, ladies and gentlemen. He deserves this. They deserve it as a family. I want to thank some people. Real quick, I want to thank the note boys, Aiden Ross, Theo Vaughn, also with the boys. And last but not least, the mighty and powerful Joe Rogan. And thank you, America. Thank you. Have a good night. 

PRESIDENT TRUMP: That is a piece of work. Now is that amazing? He’s really an amazing guy. But most of all, I want to thank the millions of hardworking Americans across the nation who have always been the heart and soul of this really great movement. We’ve been through so much together. And today you showed up in record numbers to deliver a victory. Like, really, I probably like no other. This was something this was something special. And we’re going to we’re going to pay you back. We are going to do the best job. We’re going to to turn it around. It’s got to be turned around. It’s got to be turned around fast. And we’re going to turn it around. We’re going to do it in every way with so many ways, but we’re going to do it in every way. This will forever be remembered as the day the American people regained control of their country. So I just want to say that on behalf of this great group of people, these are hardworking people. These are fantastic people. And we can add a few names like Robert F Kennedy Junior who can. But he’s going to help make America healthy again. And now he’s a great guy and he really means it he wants to do some things and we’re going to let him go to it. I just said, But Bobby, leave the oil to me. We have more liquid gold, oil and gas. We have more liquid gold than any country in the world, more than Saudi Arabia. We have more than Russia. Bobby, stay away from the liquid gold. Other than that. 

       

                     

Go have a good time, Bobby. We’re going to be paying down debt. We’re going to be reducing taxes. We have. We can do things that nobody else can do. Nobody else is going to be able to do it. China doesn’t have what we have. Nobody has what we have, but we have the greatest people also. Maybe that’s the most important thing. This campaign, this campaign has been so historic in so many ways. We’ve built the biggest, the broadest, the most unified coalition. They’ve never seen anything like it in all of American history. They’ve never seen it. A young and old, men and women, rural and urban. And we had them all helping us tonight. When you think I mean, I was looking at it, I was watching it. They had some great analysis of the people that voted for us. Nobody’s ever seen anything like that. It came from they came from all corners. Union, nonunion, African American, Hispanic American, Asian American, Arab American, Muslim American. 

We had everybody. And it was beautiful. It was a historic realignment, uniting citizens of all backgrounds around a common core of common sense. You know, we’re the party of common sense. We want to have borders. We want to have security. We want to have things be good, safe. We want great education. We want a strong and powerful military. And ideally, we don’t have to use it. You know, we had no wars for years. We had no wars except we defeated ISIS. We defeated ISIS in record time. And but we had no wars. They said he will start a war. I’m not going to start a war. I’m going to stop wars. But this is also a massive victory for democracy and for freedom. Together, we’re going to unlock America’s glorious destiny, and we’re going to achieve the most incredible future for our people. Yesterday, as I stood at my last stop on the campaign trail, I’ll never be doing a rally again. Can you believe it? I think we’ve done 900 rallies approximately from the. Can you imagine? 900 901 something, a lot of rallies. And it was sad. Everybody was sad. Many people have said this is our last rally, but now we’re going on to something that’s far more important because the rallies were used for us to put people in this position where we can really help our country. That’s what we’re going to do. 

              

Dee and Scott              

We’re going to make our country better than it ever has been. And I said that many people have told me that God spared my life for a reason. And that reason was to save our country and to restore America to greatness. And now we are going to fulfill that mission together. We’re going to fulfill that mission. The task before us will not be easy, but I will bring every ounce of energy, spirit and fight that I have in my soul to the job that you have entrusted to me. This is a great job. There is no job like this. This is the most important job in the world. Just as I did in my first term, we had a great first term. A great, great first term. I will govern by a simple motto. Promises made, promises kept. We’re going to keep our promise. Nothing will stop me from keeping my word to you, the people. We will make America safe, strong, prosperous, powerful and free again. And I’m asking every citizen all across our land to join me in this noble and righteous endeavor. That’s what it is. It’s time to put the divisions of the past four years behind us. It’s time to unite. And we’re going to try. We’re going to try. We have to try. And it’s going to happen. Success will bring us together. I’ve seen that. I’ve seen that. I saw that in the first term when we became more and more successful, people started coming together. Success is going to bring us together and we are going to start by all putting America first. We have to put our country first for at least a period of time. We have to fix it because together we can truly make America great again for all Americans. So I want to just tell you what a great honor this is. I want to thank you. I will not let you down. America’s future will be bigger, better, bolder, richer, safer and stronger than it has ever been before. God bless you and God bless America. Thank you very much.”

       

Trump Family                    

   Godspeed President Trump! 

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Why California Took So Long To Crack Down On Crime

Years of lawlessness may, finally, come to an end — no thanks to Gavin Newsom and Kamala Harris

By Michael Shellenberger

Public@substack.com

Thank you to Bari Weiss and the Free Press team for commissioning and editing this piece!

And thank you to all of you who subscribed recently and sent kind notes about your reactions to the recent elections. Many of you said you have started to have hard conversations with friends and family, including those who lost their minds over the last few years. I’m so glad to hear it. — MS

Over the last quarter century, progressives argued that we should decriminalize drugs, stop enforcing laws against nonviolent crimes, and radically reduce the number of people in prison. This softer approach to crime, addiction, and homelessness was demonstrably more effective and compassionate than tougher models, they said. Hundreds of articles, books, documentaries, TV segments, and fact sheets all buttressed this worldview.

We all needed more empathy for those committing crimes, more empathy for drug dealers, the activists said, and soon the politicians did, too. In that frenzy of compassion, it wasn’t the criminals who were demonized, but the victims.

Blue states across the country—especially California, Oregon, and Washington—spent the past decade as real-world laboratories of these radical theories. The result has been one of the worst humanitarian disasters in American history. And nowhere was it worse than my state: California, where soft policies were implemented first and most forcefully.

Historians who go looking for the beginning of the story might look at Proposition 47, passed 10 years ago by California’s voters. This law put into practice one of those “compassionate” ideas: it transformed any theft of goods worth less than $950 from a felony into a misdemeanor. It did the same with drug possession.

As a result, prosecutors lost much of the legal authority they needed to prosecute, for example, breaking and entering, resulting in brazen smash and grabs orchestrated by criminal gangs, and leaving store employees and customers helpless as they watched criminals loot everything from luxury items to toiletries. It also became much more difficult to prosecute drug dealers, who could simply say that their drugs were for their own use. Drug dealers also took advantage of Prop 47 by parceling out their supply to homeless addicts, who would then take the fall if they were caught.

The number of homeless people in California—destitute primarily as a result of addiction and mental illness—rose by over 50 percent over the last 10 years, from 113,952 in 2014 to 181,399 in 2023.

Violent crime rose, too. As of 2022, it was 31 percent higher in California than the national rate. “This divergence is driven largely by aggravated assaults, which have been declining nationwide while rising in California,” noted the Public Policy Institute of California last November. One out of four San Francisco residents polled say they were a victim of crime in the last year; 42 percent say they were a victim more than once.

Meanwhile, the downtown areas of cities like Los Angeles and San Francisco became uninhabitable thanks to the rise of open drug use and petty crime.  (If you wonder why toothpaste and deodorant are under lock and key in drug stores, this is why.) So many businesses fled San Francisco’s city limits that the vacancy rate for commercial real estate hit an astonishing 36 percent by the end of 2023.

Such lawlessness has unfortunately hardened the hearts of many, which only compounds the tragedy. I have spent the past five years bearing witness to the lives—and the deaths—of the people suffering under these policies. A few scenes will suffice to capture their destitution and misery.

This August, on Skid Row, a few blocks from downtown L.A., I discovered a Venezuelan mother who lived in a tent on the street, holding a 2-year-old with a large scar visible on his chest. The mother told me, in Spanish, that he is autistic. A boy of about 8 was also living in their tent. He lurked behind them, appearing frightened while a tough-looking friend or relative stared at us menacingly.

This was only one tent among thousands—people living in a major American city in conditions more violent, squalid, and inhumane than I have seen in the slums of New Delhi or Rio de Janeiro. People overdose on fentanyl and then are revived 10 or 20 times with Narcan before they die. Women, often psychotic and with open wounds, are raped in tents. People lie, literally, in the gutters, as the more fortunate walk by.

Oakland, California, meantime, brought chaos and crime directly into the neighborhoods of even wealthy residents. Long a hothouse of radicalism, no other city has more aggressively defunded and demoralized the police than Oakland. The upshot is a city that is something closer to lawless than law-abiding. The wait time by Oakland residents for a response to their urgent (“priority 1”) 911 calls rose from 23 minutes to roughly 50 minutes, on average, between 2022 and 2023. This was by design. The idea has been that we can slowly transition away from needing police at all.

Last year in San Francisco, drug dealers sold drugs that killed 810 people. The dealers, most of whom are from Honduras, are in the U.S. illegally but are protected by the city’s “sanctuary law,” which was created in 1989 to protect refugees fleeing war and violence and today is mostly used to protect the dealers and the multibillion-dollar transnational mafias for which they work.

The city’s former district attorney—he was recalled in 2022 at the start of the wave we saw crashing this week—said that the drug dealers are victims too. “A significant percentage of people selling drugs in San Francisco—perhaps as many as half—are here from Honduras,” Chesa Boudin said. “We need to be mindful about the impact our interventions have,” he said. “Some of these young men have been trafficked here under pain of death.” But no one ever seemed to spare a thought for the people dying of those drugs, or the kids who had to see people dying in the streets on their way to school.

Businesses cannot function in this kind of environment. Nordstrom, Whole Foods, Target, Denny’s, and Starbucks all closed stores over the last two years in San Francisco and Oakland, citing crime, the destruction of downtowns, and the need to protect “team members and guest safety.”

Just between 2020 and 2022, a quarter of a million people fled the Bay Area, having come to the conclusion that things might not ever get better.

But finally, on Tuesday, California voters decided to trust their own eyes. They rejected the experts and the media who told them this was what compassion looked like—and voted for a return to normalcy and safety.

Just look at the results:

Proposition 36, a statewide measure to undo Prop 47, passed by 70 percent. The new law turns some misdemeanors into felonies (for example, shoplifting if it is a third offense), lengthens some felony sentences (i.e. smash-and-grab thefts involving three or more people), and requires some felonies to be served in prison (like fentanyl dealing). Notably, Governor Gavin Newsom opposed Prop 36. And Kamala Harris—who, recall, was California’s attorney general before becoming vice president—simply refused to comment on a bill that every single county in the state passed. (Even the former Sacramento district attorney who led the campaign to crack down on drugs and theft was shocked by the margin of victory. “I was expecting great numbers,” said Anne Marie Schubert, “but the 70 percent was amazing! It sends a powerful message to the rest of the country.”)

In Los Angeles, voters took the unheard-of step of electing an actual Republican as district attorney, ousting from office a George Soros-funded DA, George Gascón.

In Oakland, voters not only recalled the DA for all of Alameda County, they also recalled the mayor, Sheng Thao, who similarly hailed from the radical left and is being investigated by the FBI for possible corruption relating to city garbage contracts.

In San Francisco, Mayor London Breed was defeated by Dan Lurie, who ran, in part, on a platform to increase police presence, increase shelter beds, and fight corruption.

These are all very positive signs. But the question is not why voters revolted against policies that made their lives and the lives of their less-fortunate neighbors so much worse—but rather why it took them so long.

San Francisco Mayor London Breed was defeated by Dan Lurie, who ran, in part, on a platform to increase police presence, increase shelter beds, and fight corruption. (Gabrielle Lurie via Getty Images)

After all, California used to be known as a state that was tough on crime. Its 1994, the “Three Strikes” law famously required judges to send criminals to jail for 25 years for their third felony offense. So why, over the past decade, did voters keep reducing criminal penalties and electing leaders who were openly and proudly soft-on-crime?

Part of the problem is that many voters don’t really understand that they voted for the policies responsible for the increase in crime and homelessness. When the police tell people who report everything from open-air drug dealing to car break-ins to home invasions that there’s nothing they can do, residents act with surprise and outrage. Why aren’t the police doing anything? The answer is simple: because there truly is nothing they can do.

The primary reason is because California’s progressive DAs simply stopped prosecuting many laws, while the state legislature weakened the ability of the police to fight crime.

At the most superficial level, Soros-funded politicians, journalists, and think tanks spread disinformation. They told voters that criminals and addicts would be mandated drug rehab as an alternative to prison when the framers of the laws knew perfectly well they were making both of them optional.

Consider Proposition 57, passed by California voters in 2016, which shortened the time it took for some nonviolent offenders to be eligible for parole and released them into drug treatment and rehabilitation. Ultimately, that law and others reduced California’s prison population from its peak of 163,000 in 2006 to 92,000 in 2024. It also granted early parole to more prisoners, which contributed to the spike in homelessness.

It’s not that Californians are stupid. It’s that they didn’t fully grasp what they were voting for. While Harris was serving as attorney general, her office wrote the Title and Summary of Proposition 57, which incorrectly labeled serious violent crimes as “nonviolent.”

“Proposition 57 is the misleading and dangerous ballot initiative that would allow serious, violent criminals out on early release without completing their sentences,” noted Harris’s opponent, Loretta Sanchez, also a Democrat, in 2016, as they competed for the Senate seat.

But voters ignored Sanchez’s prescient warning and elected Harris with 62 percent of the vote, a testament to the voters’ commitment, at the time, to progressive criminal justice reform, as well as to the power of the Nancy Pelosi-Gavin Newsom machine.

So part of the problem was genuine ignorance on the part of voters who had been misled. The deeper problem was a misguided worldview that labeled people addicted to hard drugs or suffering from mental illness as “victims,” to whom everything should be given, including the right to camp and use hard drugs in tents on sidewalks, with nothing required of them—not even obeying the law.

The revolt against progressive criminal justice policies has finally arrived—and with it, the promise that one of the worst humanitarian disasters in American history will eventually come to an end. The question now is, how quickly? Will the number of overdose deaths per year remain 100,000 for another decade? Or can we bring it down rapidly? Portugal and the Netherlands show how: by re-criminalizing hard drugs, prosecuting laws against nonviolent crimes, and mandating rehab as an alternative to prison.

If California does those things, the number of drug deaths could be slashed by half in a year, and brought down by 90 percent within three years. The alternative will be not two but three times or more deaths of Americans than all who have died in all foreign wars since 1900.

Read the whole tamale at Public@substack.com

Dutch coalition party calls for stop on wind turbines— on land after devastating Clintel report

The drawbacks of the massive deployment of wind turbines on land, especially regarding public health, are very serious but don’t receive enough attention. That is the conclusion of the new Clintel report Het Windmolendrama (The Windmill Tragedy). Following the report, the Dutch coalition party BBB calls for an immediate stop on new wind turbines on land.

The Clintel report makes a critical inventory of the political, scientific, economic and legal issues surrounding wind turbines on land in The Netherlands. The major issue in the report are the possible health effects of wind turbine noise, which so far have been largely ignored by the Dutch government (institutions), especially the health impact of infrasonic vibrations, which include chronic sleep deprivation and heart disease. Partly because of these neglected health issues, the report states that there is insufficient  legal basis for the deployment of (new) wind turbines on land.

Clintel director Marcel Crok presented the report to Henk Vermeer, co-founder and MP for the political party BBB (Farmer-Citizen Movement), on October 31st. In his reaction to the scathing findings, Vermeer announced he would submit a list of questions to the responsible minister for Climate and Green Growth (Hermans, People’s Party for Freedom and Democracy) and call for an immediate stop on new wind turbines on land.

Not climate change but climate policy is the main threat for the prosperity of western societies at this moment. The Clintel Foundation has stated, with a global network of 2000 scientists and experts, that there is no climate emergency. Western leaders, however, have all voted in favour of Net Zero targets for 2050, which will have a disastrous effect on our economy and therefore our prosperity.

These climate policies are a threat for entrepreneurs and it enters deeper and deeper into the private life of citizens. Wind turbines of close to 300 meters in height industrialise our countrysides, harming the environment,, biodiversity and public health. House owners are forced to replace their gas heaters by costly heat pumps, leading to rising energy bills. More and more cities reduce speed limits to 30 kms per hour.

There is no support base among the population for all these costly measures but our political leaders so far ignore these objections. Sooner or later the tide will turn, because these policies are unfeasible and unaffordable. Clintel wants to speed up this process by making both citizens and political leaders aware of all the pitfalls. Clintel receives no funding from the government nor from the Postcode Lottery or the industry. We therefore ask citizens and small businesses to support us in our mission.

Your support will be used to:

* Explain in all details there is no climate emergency. No one should be afraid of climate change. We use our websites and social media channels to spread this information and also give interviews in the media.

* Analyse and criticize IPCC reports. We check them for alarmism and one-sidedness. In 2023 we published the book The Frozen Climate Views of the IPCC.  We confront the IPCC with our results and will force them to respond to our criticism.

* Raise awareness for the negative side-effects of the current climate policies, both in terms of cost and impact on humans and the environment.

* Intervene in high profile climate court cases such as the one between Friends of the Earth and Shell in The Netherlands. Climate policy should be discussed in Parliaments, not in the courts.

If you share our views, please consider to support us through a (monthly) donation or by becoming Friend of Clintel. Clintel is also a 501(c)3 in the United States.

Thank you!

Guus Berkhout, president of Clintel

Marcel Crok, director of Clintel

Clintel is an Amsterdam (The Netherlands) based thinktank founded in 2019 by Dutch emeritus professor Guus Berkhout and science writer Marcel Crok.

I have asked for copies of this report, when they have an English version. –Bandit

Hey,

Has this been an amazing week or what. They hated us, bullied us, scorned us, tried to ban us, but the American people stood up, stepped up and did their civic duty to vote for Freedom, Liberty, Truth and Integrity. It was an amazing day in American History. Well done. I’m proud.

The battle isn’t over as you will see in the news, but we’re making major progress… Let’s hit the news.

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The News was provided by the Bikernet Team including: Wayfarer, the Redhead, Bob T. Sam Burns, Laura, Barry Green, El Waggs, J.J. Solari, Amy White, Jenn and the rest of the crew.

As Sputnik said, do we look in the mirror every morning and ask ourselves will I do everything I can for this movement today, and then look in the mirror at night and ask ourselves did I do everything I could have for this movement today.

No days off, it’s too important.

New-Model Sales Dip Through Third Quarter as Some Segments Show Strength

The MIC is reporting that among leading brands, sales of new motorcycles and scooters decreased 6.2 percent through the third quarter of 2024, compared with the same period the previous year.

“Although all general categories – on-highway, off-highway, dual, and scooter – are down year-to-date compared with 2023, there is good news within specific segments,” said Buckner Nesheim, MIC Director, Research and Statistics. “Sport bike sales have spiked through Q3 and are currently at their highest levels since 2009. And touring bikes have shown some resilience with a small increase so far this year. On-highway vehicles have experienced the smallest decline, essentially flat through September. Off-highway and scooters have seen the largest declines. The motorcycle market has evolved since pandemic times and we are seeing dynamic shifts across the segments.”

“New-bike sales volumes are still well ahead of where the industry was before the pandemic – which was a boon to the industry as consumers flocked to dealerships to buy powersports products for outdoor and family recreation,” Nesheim said. “Combining last year’s sales and an estimate of 2024 sales, we’ll likely still be well above the few years just before COVID.”

The MIC Research and Statistics Department revealed other midyear news. Through the third quarter of 2024, the latest MIC Tire Sales Report shows a healthy sales increase for motorcycle tires among leading brands, compared with the same period last year.

–MIC

BANDIT’S ELECTION REQUEST–

Dear Sir,
I would like all the anti-American, anti-freedom policies to go away. I would like Climate Truth to be rewarded, and doomsday gone. I would like flying in an airplane to be fun again (we have the technology). I would like the TSA folks to get new jobs learning landscaping and making all our roads clean and beautiful. I would like Americans to be strong financially and capable of having one adult home with the kids always. I would like kids to know we live in the best of times, not the worst. I would like honesty and integrity to be at the forefront of everything our government does and finally, I would like the infrastructure bill to pay for improved infrastructure all over the country and not bullshit policies and programs designed to destroy our country. And of course, Peace all over the world. Let’s rock!

–Bandit

NEWS FROM THE INDIAN CREW– INDIAN MOTORCYCLE RIDER SERIES: JACK DANIEL’S RIDE

SAVE THE DATE FOR THE 2025 RIDE

This year’s event was unforgettable with great friends, southern hospitality, and scenic riding. Mark your calendars for October 9th‑11th, 2025, for our annual trip to the Jack Daniel’s® Distillery and more! The 2025 host city will be announced soon.

FIRST NATIONAL CHARITY RIDE A GREAT SUCCESS

Congratulations to Fred Fisher – “Ridingfish” – for topping the list of individual fundraisers for the inaugural IMRG National Charity Ride. For his efforts, Fish received a custom 2024 Indian Springfield!

Thanks to all the individual riders and IMRG Chapters who raised more than $114,000 for Folds of Honor in this year’s event. Start making plans now to participate in the 2025 IMRG National Charity Ride next fall.

INDIAN MOTORCYCLE SCOUT BOBBER COLLABORATION RAISES $80K

This year Indian Motorcycle partnered with two award‑winning SWAIA artists (and riders) to design and donate a 2025 Scout Bobber to the live auction at SWAIA’s annual fundraising event that happens each year during the Santa Fe Indian Market. Together we raised $80,000 to support Indigenous artists through SWAIA’s work.

Indigenous artists have a history of contributing back to their home communities financially through the sale of their work,” explains Jamie Schultze, Executive Director at SWAIA. “When you think about the overall impact to our communities it’s overwhelming. Corporate partnerships, like the one we have with Indian Motorcycle, are critical to helping us carry on this 102‑year legacy

Photo: First Row: Ashley Bowman (Graphic Designer), Patty Dimitriou (IMC Advisory Council member), Micki Dirtzu (Community Engagement Manager), Van (Winning Bidder), George Rivera (partner), Chad Poitra (partner) Second Row: Joe Nayquonabe (IMC Advisory Council member), Kenneth Johnson (Artist), Cody Sanderson (Artist), Josh Wallis (Brand Ambassador), and Melody Lewis (partner)

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PARADISE ROAD SHOW COMING FOR 2025–

We are so excited to bring you year 9 of Paradise Road Show January 10th – 11th 2025 !

FRIDAY JANUARY 10

Show begins at 2pm and goes till 7pm with a kick of party to follow!

SATURDAY JANUARY 11

Show begins at 10am and goes till 6pm with an after party to follow!

This year we are offering single day tickets as well as weekend admission!

A weekend admission ticket will grant you access to all of the weekends activities including two days of bad ass vintage cars + bikes, Best in Show awards, a pie eating contest, giveaways, band performances, some of the best vintage in So Cal, tattooers, chain stitching, a tintype photographer, with multiples bars and parties each night!

We are so excited to bring you year 9 of Paradise Road Show January 10th – 11th 2025 !

FRIDAY JANUARY 10

Show begins at 2pm and goes till 7pm with a kick of party to follow!

SATURDAY JANUARY 11

Show begins at 10am and goes till 6pm with an after party to follow!

This year we are offering single day tickets as well as weekend admission!

A weekend admission ticket will grant you access to all of the weekends activities including two days of bad ass vintage cars + bikes, Best in Show awards, a pie eating contest, giveaways, band performances, some of the best vintage in So Cal, tattooers, chain stitching, a tintype photographer, with multiples bars and parties each night!

HARLEY-DAVIDSON MUSEUM ACTION–

Join the Harley-Davidson Museum as we salute those who serve and have served on the front lines of freedom with free admission for Veterans Day weekend

Plus, check out the new H-D Museum photography exhibit, “Ezy Ryders,” opening Nov. 23.

 Harley-Davidson’s storied and legendary commitment to service men and women dates back more than a century when General “Black Jack” Pershing enlisted Harley-Davidson motorcycles in a series of skirmishes along the U.S. and Mexican border. During World War II, H-D built more than 70,000 military vehicles for the US military and its allies, including the UK, Canada and Russia. That famed WLA – which is featured in the H-D Museum’s military gallery – is often referred to as “the bike that won the war.”

And that unwavering commitment continues to this day. For Veterans Day weekend, the H-D Museum offers all active-duty military and veterans and their families free admission (Nov. 9 – 11)*. And on Veterans Day (Nov. 11), MOTOR Bar & Restaurant ups the appreciation for our armed forces when veterans and active military personnel can enjoy one complimentary meal (up to $14.95) with the purchase of a beverage. Additionally, the Harley-Davidson Shop will also offer a 10% discount for purchases made by active military personnel and veterans throughout the day.

This weekend also marks the last chance to check out the H-D Museum’s first bilingual exhibit, “My Papi Has a Motorcycle” / “Mi Papi Tiene una Moto,” before it closes on Nov. 3. Take one last trip with author Isabel Quintero and illustrator Zeke Peña and share in the freedom and fun parents and their kids find when they take to two wheels.

The Bridge Gallery will then be prepped for a new photography exhibit, “Ezy Ryders: History & Tradition, Heart & Soul,” which is being produced with the assistance of documentarian Cate Dingley, author of the book Ezy Ryders. Opening Nov. 23, this series of photos is a celebration of life on two wheels. Dingley interviewed and photographed Black riders in New York City over a five-year period, learning about their back stories and why they ride today. The stunning photos portray a community of riders, made up of people from all walks of life who come together over a common bond. Make tracks to view this new exhibition beginning Saturday, Nov. 23.

Don’t forget that the H-D Museum is a great experience over the long holiday weekends. Bring friends and family visiting Milwaukee to the crossroads of 6th & Canal to learn more about this legendary global brand that began in a backyard shed in Brew City. Spend the whole day on campus checking out the unrivaled collection in the H-D Museum, grab a bite or a beverage at MOTOR Bar & Restaurant and take home more than memories at the H-D Shop or the Harley-Davidson  Factory Outlet. There’s something for every member of the family found on campus.

PROGRAMMING / EVENTS

Veterans Day Celebration Weekend, Nov 9 – 11

Help us celebrate and commemorate the men and women in the U.S. military during the Harley-Davidson Museum’s Veterans Appreciation Weekend, from Saturday, November 9, to Monday, November 11. In honor of Veterans Day, all active military, veterans, and their families can enjoy complimentary H-D Museum admission.*

Plus on Veterans Day (Nov. 11), veterans and active military personnel can enjoy one complimentary meal at MOTOR Bar & Restaurant (up to $14.95 with the purchase of a beverage) as we salute those who serve and have served. And don’t forget about the ever-popular military-focused Gallery Talks, taking place at 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. each day (Nov. 9 – 11). For more than a century, Harley-Davidson has been on the front lines of freedom along with our heroic service men and women. We hope you can make plans to join us as we say, thank you!

*Receive up to six (6) Harley-Davidson Museum General Admission passes by providing verification of military service in the US Armed Services (includes active duty, veterans and immediate family members (spouse and children under 18 years old)). Valid from November 9, 2024 through November 11, 2024 for in-person use at the Harley-Davidson Museum.

Factory Tours

Harley-Davidson Factory Tours in Wisconsin are back and better than ever! Guests are invited to “Walk the Line” and enjoy an all-new guided tour of the Powertrain Operations factory in Menomonee Falls, Wis.

This tour takes place on the actual factory floor. The sights and sounds of the manufacturing of H-D® engines and transmissions is an experience like no other. This is a walking tour lasting about one hour. Safety goggles and vests are provided. Fully enclosed walking shoes are required (1-inch heels max).

Our highly rated ‘Engines 101” Class is also back in session! Tours and classes are offered on Mondays and Thursdays (excluding major holidays).

Advance reservations are required. Visit the Harley-Davidson Museum Web Store to make yours. Private group reservations may be accommodated; call 414-287-2789 for more information or reach out to us at groups@h-dmuseum.com.

MUST-SEE EXHIBITS AND INSTALLATIONS

“My Papi Has a Motorcycle” / “Mi Papi Tiene una Moto” (closing Nov. 3)

From award-winning children and YA author Isabel Quintero and illustrator Zeke Peña comes the Harley-Davidson Museum’s first-ever bilingual exhibit, “My Papi has a Motorcycle” / “Mi papi tiene una moto.” Based on the beloved children’s book of the same name, “My Papi has a Motorcycle” shares a story of family bonds strengthened by the simple act of taking a joy ride on a two-wheeled machine.

With brilliant, colorful art from Peña paired with heart-warming stories from Southern Californian riding families, “My Papi has a Motorcycle” will draw smiles from kids of all ages. It’s an exhibit that focuses not only on where you can take a motorcycle, but where a two-up motorcycle ride with a loved one can take you.

“Ezy Ryders: History & Tradition, Heart & Soul” (opening Nov. 23)

Come along for a ride with photographer Cate Dingley as she gets to know the community of Black riders found throughout New York City in the early 21st Century. Dingley spent five years embedded with motorcyclists from all walks of life in NYC to uncover the common bond they shared over a life on two wheels.

Her hard work would live on as a book, titled after the Jimi Hendrix tune, “Ezy Ryder.” Some folks come from longstanding motorcycling families, others only recently discovered how riding can change a life or a club. Dingley’s photographs are paired with commentary in the riders’ own voices about what riding means to them and provide an intimate look at the passion found in the saddle of a motorcycle.

“Creating a Legend: Art & Engineering at Harley-Davidson” (now open)

At Harley-Davidson, design and engineering work together to create machines with big emotional impact. Functional improvements fuel changes in look and feel, yet visual or market desires also shape operating innovations.

The process of how ideas move from concept to prototype, and production involves a lot of people and many kinds of materials. From pencil and paper to CAD, clay, and 3-D printing, see how Harley-Davidson design and engineering teams have envisioned iconic products for over 120 years. You can also take the opportunity to create your own masterpiece with sketch paper and hang your artwork in the H-D Museum.

HANG ON FOR THE CO2 COALITION UPDATE–

In an attempt to achieve economically crippling “Net Zero” emissions for America, the U. S. Environmental Protection Agency has proposed new regulations that would necessarily require all coal-fired power plants to employ technology that would capture 90% of the carbon dioxide (CO2) emitted from the power plant.

Unfortunately, GOP governors in several western coal producing states have embraced this harmful and misguided attempt to solve a non-existent climate crisis.

Wyoming GOP Governor Mark Gordon is the Chair of the Western Governors’ Association and is promoting a plan to “Decarbonize the West” by using carbon capture. Joining him in promoting this scheme are GOP governors from North Dakota and South Dakota, Doug Burgum and Kristi Noem, respectively.

In recent publications, our Science and Research Associate, Dr. Byron Soepyan, provides the facts on the cost, negative consequences and the utter futility of attempting to modify global temperatures using this strategy. Below, we summarize facts that were gleaned from studies by the National Energy Technology Laboratory (NETL):

1. Reduction in Power Output – Carbon capture is energy intensive and will reduce the amount of electricity available from the plants by 24%.

2. Cost of Capture – Retrofitting an existing coal plant would cost $988 million. Adapting all 148 existing coal-fired power plants would require an outlay of $146 billion (give or take a few million).

3. Minuscule Warming Averted – Based on the Model for the Assessment of Greenhouse Gas Induced Climate Change, if the United States ceased all CO2 emissions in 2010, the amount of warming averted would be only about 0.07 °F by 2050 and 0.19 °F by 2100.

Finally, besides being expensive and futile, keep in mind that all trees and plants need CO2, along with sunlight, water, and nutrients from the soil to produce oxygen and food, both of which are essential for all living beings.

Given the critical role CO2 plays in driving plant and crop growth, is spending over $100 billion to remove it from the air sensible? We think not. In fact, it is dangerous.

Read more from the CO2 Coalition on this matter:

The Cost of EPA’s Senseless CO2 Capture

The Cost of Wyoming’s Senseless CO2 Capture

Wyoming and Climate Change: CO2 Should Be Celebrated, Not Captured

LIFESTYLE CYCLES DEAL OF THE WEEK– 2005 THUNDER MOUNTAIN BLACK HAWK 240 for Sale

Sweet chopper with a fast motor for a low price.

Stock# 14383C

2005 Thunder Mountain Black Hawk 240 with only 13,948 miles!

Thunder Mountain makes some of the best looking choppers around and when you have one that has Harley parts integrated into it, well it makes it that much better!

* Screamin Eagle 103 Cubic Inch Twin Cam Motor

* Chrome Harley Forward Controls

* 21-Inch Front and 18-Inch Rear Chrome Wheels

* Thunder Mountain Air Cleaner

* Performance Machine Chrome Grips

* Solo Rider Seat

* Supertrapp Kerker Chrome 2 into 1 Exhaust

* 10-Inch Chrome T-Bars

* White LED Front Turn Signals

* Blue Flame Paintjob

* Harley CV Carburetor

* Chrome Front End

* 240 Rear Tire

This bike is only $10,499.00

Plus license, $85.00 documentation fee, and local sales tax. NO HIDDEN FEES like some dealers. And we have no reconditioning or prep fees. This bike has passed Lifestyle Cycles rigorous 103-point safety/mechanical/structural inspection.This motorcycle has not been refurbished and does not come with any warranty expressed or implied! EXTENDED WARRANTIES are available!

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A QUICK NOTE FROM A BOOK I JUST RECEIVED—

Titled “CLEAN ENERGY EXPLOITATION” by Ronald Stein and Todd Royal.

The first paragraph tells the reader what the book will explore:

The United States of America, the largest economy in the history of mankind, representing 4 percent of the world’s population (330 million vs 7.8billion) could literally shut down, and cease to exist, and the opposite of what you have been told and believe will take place. Simply put, in the United States, every person, animal, or anything that causes emissions could vanish off the face of the earth: or even die off, and global emissions will still explode in the coming years and decades ahead around the population and economic growth of China, India, and Africa.

Bada Bing! Don’t Governors read anything or were they bullied or promised millions? Ya got me.

—Bandit

NEWS FROM BANDIT’S 5-BALL EMPORIUM ON MAIN STREET IN STURGIS, SD–

Ray walked into the Emporium yesterday after fighting with the VA for 35 years. He finally made it to 100 percent disabled status. He was over the top. He bought his wife of 40 years a motorcycle scarf and some old Easyriders magazines.

I spoke to Kenny the silversmith about a bracelet and I spoke to my grandson Frankie about some art for an exotic medallion. Both of these guys are masters.

Danial James is heading to the Black Hills from the outskirts of Denver tonight. He’s kicking around notions for art rolling into the 85th in Sturgis. This mock-up above is one of his notions.

We are hoping to create a raffle to support the museum. It would revolve around Danial’s painting, the motorcycle used in the painting and memorabilia.

Check these shots Danial discovered of main street in the ’40s and ’50s. Each one includes the front of Gunners and Bandit’s emporium. I guess it was Bandit’s Shoe Store at the time.

I started to touch up the top block of stone on the front, but someone told me not to fall off the roof, so I missed a couple of spots. I’ll try again.

Here’s a piece of Frankie’s handiwork. I need to nudge him about Bandit’s Medallion…

I took another shot of the bench

NEW FROM THE PRISM GANG–Pull & Twist CV Choke Cable

Tired of dealing with flimsy, factory-style enrichener cables that continue to break and slip? So were we. That’s why we created our bulletproof Pull & Twist CV Choke Cable, designed to give you reliability every time you ride.

Simply pull the aluminum knob and twist it to lock in place. Fits perfectly with our CV Carb Choke Bracket and our CV Carb Support Bracket With Choke Mount.

WISCONSIN ABATE ACTION–

Wisconsin election results are in. Voting in elections is one of the most important rights that a citizen has in this country as the majority gets to shape the government for the next 2 years.

Whether your favorite candidate won or not, now we know who the motorcyclists will have to work with in Madison and Washington DC. With the redistricting that happened, things got a little scrambled. There are going to be many new faces in Madison and some of our friends were not successful in retaining their seats.

ABATE of Wisconsin has a long history of presenting responsible legislation to help protect motorcyclists and the means of transportation that we enjoy. We are looking forward to starting conversations with the new members of the legislature and building on existing relationships, we have to move our legislative agenda forward.

The road to success is going to be winding and full of potholes. This may be difficult for some riders, but we have been doing this for 50 years so we will figure out the best way to navigate the road in front of us.

ABATE of Wisconsin would like to congratulate all the candidates who won their individual elections, and we would like to thank everyone that made the decision to run for their selected offices. We appreciate your commitment to stepping up to help shape the state.

Join or donate to ABATE of Wisconsin.

BRAND New Bikernet Reader Comment!–

OUTLAW JUSTICE

I enjoyed this very much. I will have to say you are my favorite author. I have read more of your books than any one person.

I started a book club and I will provide all six members with one of your books. I call my club Bro’s meeting and reading.

If I provide you with each of their names will you sign each one of the books with our club name, and their own name of course?

Keep the rubber side down!

–Miguel Marlowe
Olympia, WA

“Of course, I’ll take care of the Bros.” –Bandit

DIRECT FROM THE BIKERNET EV FILES–

Modena, Italy — Italian electric motorcycle company Energica has declared bankruptcy following a recent board of directors meeting and subsequent press release announcing the decision to liquidate the company’s assets.

Officially founded in 2014, the company was viewed as one of the three major players in the electric vehicle space within the U.S. and had also enjoyed recent success on the track as well, racing in the MotoAmerica Super Hooligan National Championship and achieving the first podium in a national road race against traditional internal combustion powered motorcycles at Circuit of the Americas in 2023.

MORE AMA News

Pickerington, Ohio — The AMA Motorcycle Hall of Fame inducted its 2024 Class recently, honoring five new members during the 2024 AMA Motorcycle Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony. The AMA Motorcycle Hall of Fame Class of 2024 includes Mike Lafferty, Debbie Matthews, Mat Mladin, Rob Rasor and Kevin Windham, all of whom received their Hall of Fame rings and ceremonious gold jackets during the ceremony.

Established actor, director and motorcycle enthusiast Perry King and Laurette Nicoll — motocross rider, sidecar aficionado and sideline reporter — led this year’s ceremonies as emcees, taking the audience through the lives and accomplishments of the Hall of Fame inductees.

The AMA Motorcycle Hall of Fame also honored and recognized the memories of the Hall of Famers who passed away during the last year: T.C. Christenson, Ed Youngblood, Sammy Tanner, Tom Heiniger, Larry Huffman and Ed Lojak. Supporters and partners for the 2024 AMA Motorcycle Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony included Yamaha, Suzuki and Powersports World TV.

Also — After another wildly successful event in 2024, the American Motorcyclist Association has announced that 2025 AMA Vintage Motorcycles Days will run July 25-27, 2025, at the Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course in Lexington, Ohio. AMA Vintage Motorcycle Days is a rider’s paradise, with near-endless racing in various disciplines — including trials, motocross, hare scrambles, road racing and pitbike racing — North America’s largest motorcycle swap meet, numerous recreational riding activities, and much more!

The three-day event raises funds for the American Motorcycle Heritage Foundation, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit that helps fund the AMA Motorcycle Hall of Fame mission to promote and preserve the history of motorcycling in America.

To get a taste of the moto fun at AMA Vintage Motorcycle Days, check out the official 2024 VMD video at youtu.be/ZFWHq5QDkpQ.

Tickets to 2025 AMA Vintage Motorcycle Days will be available soon and AMA Members will be able to purchase at a discount. To join the AMA and take full advantage of the discount, among other benefits, visit AmericanMotorcyclist.com/members-community/members/join-the-ama/or call (800) 262-5646.

To stay up to date on the latest news regarding AMA Vintage Motorcycle Days, subscribe to the AMA VMD newsletter at https://AmericanMotorcyclist.com/members-community/community/ama-newsletters/, follow the event’s social media channels on Facebook and Instagram or visit VintageMotorcycleDays.com/.

Also — Capturing podium finishes in each round of the series, American Sammy Halbert captured the 2024 FIM Flat Track World Championship and became the first non-European to win the title. Entering the final round of the season in Debrecen, Hungary, with a seven-point lead, Halbert needed to finish just third or better to capture the elusive international title for the Americans. Halbert landed second on the podium during the round and brought home the ultimate crown stateside — while defending champion Ervin Krajčovič claimed victory in Hungary but finished second in the overall standings.

Halbert outlasted Krajčovič by finishing the season with 136 points, just four points more than the Czech rider. The Graham, Wash., native registered four top two finishes across the final four races of the season, including victories in Meissen, Germany, and Kings Lynn, U.K.

For more information on the FIM Flat Track World Championship, visit https://fimflattrack.com/ .

–AMA

Alberta’s Ruling Party Embraces CO2–

On November 2, Alberta’s ruling United Conservative Party (UCP) approved a resolution stating, in part:

“CO2 is a nutrient foundational for all life on Earth…The earth needs more CO2 to support life and to increase plant yields, both of which contribute to the Health and Prosperity [sic] of all Albertans.”

A UCP member speaking in favor of the resolution stated:

“According to the CO2 Coalition, higher CO2 levels have led to healthier crops and improved food security worldwide.”

The resolution recommended that the Government of Alberta should:

Abandon Net Zero targets

Remove the designation of CO2 as a pollutant

Recognize that CO2 is a foundational nutrient for all life on Earth

As you can imagine, this did not sit well with the climate alarmist community. DeSmog Blog called us “the notorious CO2 Coalition.” Another stated:

“The CO2 Coalition, an organization that promotes the view of carbon dioxide as beneficial, appears to have influenced Resolution 12. During the UCP’s annual general meeting, a member advocating for the resolution cited the CO2 Coalition, stating that ‘higher CO₂ levels have led to healthier crops and improved food security worldwide.’ This reference suggests that the CO2 Coalition’s materials and messaging contributed to shaping the arguments and rationale behind the UCP’s decision to reclassify CO₂ and abandon net-zero emission targets.”

But wait… there’s more:

“The US-based Coalition must be squirming in their dampened seats in excitement at having the home of the oil sands not just be a hot bed of interest in their antediluvian, a-scientific perspective, but actually changing the official policy of the ruling party. I’m sure that gasoline soaked paper bags were being passed around at what passes for the Coalition’s headquarters, huffing cancer-causing hydrocarbons clearly being their drug of choice.”

ELECTION NIGHT

This has been a wild night. I don’t care what anyone thinks about President Trump, he fought for freedom and our country and he won for all of us, including the democrats.

Let’s go beyond just the President, but the Republican party won for all Americans and for all freedom loving folks all over the world.

We’ve faced this socialist take-over for 20 years and it grew to be a worldwide movement. Many of the power brokers are still not revealed. It became about governments seeking power to control their citizens completely.

The job ahead is going to be tough but headed in a direction of Freedom, honesty and integrity for folks all over the world.  

–Bandit

Coverage of all the Action of Election for Bikernet.com

DMAC was at West Palm Beach Convention Center as a Moderator for Bikers For Trump, covering it for Bikernet and Biker Lives Matter

I will send you her piece when I get it from her.

NY MYKE was there too and some other good supporters

Bikers will have a in with the new administration.

–Rogue
Senior editor
Bikernet.com

FROM THE LAW TIGERS LIBRARY–Will Gas-Powered Motorcycles Be Banned?

The roar of gas-powered motorcycles ignites passion in many riders. But as the world embraces cleaner transportation, questions arise about these beloved machines’ future. Governments worldwide aim to reduce carbon emissions and combat climate change, with many countries planning to phase out gas-powered cars for electric vehicles (EVs). This trend raises concerns among motorcycle enthusiasts about the fate of their gas-powered bikes.

Several factors fuel the discussion around potential gas motorcycle bans. Environmental impact stands at the forefront, as gas motorcycles contribute to air pollution and greenhouse gas emissions. Noise pollution in urban areas presents another issue, with the characteristic roar of engines causing disturbances. Technological advancements in electric motorcycles offer increasingly viable alternatives, while policy trends in some regions move towards banning new gas-powered vehicle sales.

Currently, no widespread bans on gas-powered motorcycles exist. However, some regions implement or propose restrictions. Amsterdam plans to ban all gas and diesel vehicles from its city center by 2030, while Paris now prohibits free parking for gas motorcycles on city streets. Singapore will ban new diesel car and taxi registrations from 2025, and California proposes stricter emissions standards for motorcycles.

How Is the Industry Responding to Changing Standards?

The motorcycle industry is responding to these changes by investing heavily in electric technology. Major manufacturers lead the development of high-performance electric bikes, offering advantages like zero emissions, lower operating costs, instant torque, and quieter operation. However, challenges remain for widespread electric motorcycle adoption, including range anxiety, lack of charging infrastructure, higher initial costs, and cultural resistance from traditional riders.

Despite the push for electrification, gas-powered motorcycles will likely remain on roads for years. Any bans or restrictions will probably phase in gradually, giving riders and manufacturers time to adapt. Classic and vintage motorcycles may receive exemptions, preserving part of the motorcycling heritage. Technological improvements in fuel efficiency and emissions control could extend the lifespan of gas motorcycle technology. Additionally, regulations will vary widely between countries and regions, with some areas maintaining more lenient policies.

What Riders Can Do to Get Ready

Motorcycle enthusiasts can take steps to prepare for the future. This starts with staying informed about local and national policies affecting motorcycles. Exploring electric options by test-riding new models can provide valuable insight into their capabilities. Keeping up to date with proper maintenance of current gas bikes can help meet stricter emissions standards. Finally, engaging with policymakers ensures motorcyclists’ interests are considered in transportation planning.

While the future remains uncertain, the passion for two-wheeled freedom will undoubtedly persist. Whether powered by gasoline or electricity, motorcycles will continue to offer riders the thrill of the open road for years to come. Embracing advancements in technology and adapting to evolving regulations will be crucial, but maintaining the essence of motorcycle culture and its exhilarating spirit will ensure its enduring appeal.

Law Tigers Always Have Your Back

At Law Tigers, we’re riders just like you. This allows us to provide the best legal representation and resources with a biker-friendly perspective. With our team on your side, you can go on adventures anywhere in the country and know that we’ll be there in case something unfortunate does happen.

Sign up for our free rider benefit kit today so you can be part of The Law Tigers Team. That way, you’ll never ride alone.

BIKERNET GUN NUT DEAL OF THE WEEK–CUSTOM GLOCK 23 Gen5 PISTOL

Jonathan has done it again! Another beautiful custom gun.  He has taken a Glock 23 Gen5 Pistol and completely customized it!

He did a wonderful job.

You can head right out to the range with it!

Multi Caliber Glock 23 Gen5 Pistol

Bar-Sto 9mm Conversion G-23 Gen5 MT Barrel & MT Fitting w/Guide Rod & Lighter Recoil Spring

Bar-Sto 40 S&W MT Barrel & MT Fitting w/ Stock Recoil Spring Set Up

Trijicon RMR (RM06)

Dawson Co-Witness Sights: Tritium Front & Black Rear

Full Trigger Job with Ranger Proof Flat Face Trigger

Grip Re-Contour & Stippling w/Double Undercut Trigger Guard

1-9mm Magazine

1-40 S&W Magazine

SKV Hard Case

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$3,200.00  S&H Included

We only have 1 in stock so give us a call now!

Must ship to a FFL.

–Barsto Gun works, Sturgis SD

Motorcycle Registrations at All-Time High

“One highly positive statistic needs to be remembered by everyone in the motorcycle industry right now, and that’s the record level of registrations across the U.S.,” said Buckner Nesheim, MIC Director, Research and Statistics. “While new-unit sales this year haven’t been as strong as we’d like, the latest government data shows that there are more motorcycles registered now than we’ve ever seen before. Almost twice as high as in 1975 and nearly three and a half million more than in the mid-2000s, a time when we saw six consecutive years of million-plus new-unit sales.”

The 2022 data – the latest available – comes from the Federal Highway Administration, an agency within the U.S. Department of Transportation. It includes first-time registrations and renewals.

“Periods of strong sales in the past and the durability of modern motorcycles have added greatly to the total number of bikes registered and currently in use,” Nesheim said. “And those motorcycles continue to feed the industry by creating demand for powersports parts, tires, fluids, and service. The owners will still be coming into dealerships and shops to keep their bikes running. In many cases, they’ll see new models on showroom floors that they might someday buy, to replace their older machines or add to their collections. And many riders will need to keep their riding gear updated – another opportunity to make sales. Nearly 10 million motorcycles registered across America are fueling our industry.”

–MIC

CELEBRATE WOMEN RIDERS–International News

After an outstanding week at the 2024 FIM International Six-Days Enduro, which ran Oct. 14-19, the American Motorcyclist Association congratulates the United States Women’s World Trophy Team, which secured its fifth ISDE title during the difficult racing event. In addition to the title-winning performance from the Women’s World Trophy Team, the U.S. added a pair of podium finishes from its World Trophy and Junior World Trophy Teams.

The trio of Brandy Richards, Rachel Gutish and Ava Silvestri — who filled in for the injured Korie Steede just a few weeks prior to the start of this year’s ISDE — outpaced the field to capture its second-consecutive Women’s World Trophy ISDE title. In addition to the team’s victory, Richards also brought home the individual crown during the event.

The World Trophy Team landed on the second rung of the podium, as Johnny Girroir, Dante Oliveira, Josh Toth and Cody Barnes — who replaced the injured Craig DeLong — fell just short of first-place France. Led by Mateo Oliveira, Grant Davis and Jason Tino, the Junior World Trophy Team battled to a third-place finish, while Sweden captured first-place honors and France clinched second.

On the Club front, Team Eric Cleveland Memorial — helmed by the trio of Jocelyn Barnes, Rachel Stout and Olivia Pugh — became the first winner of the inaugural Women’s Club Team competition. Barnes, Pugh and Stout finished as the top three women’s club riders individually during the event, helping the team win by nearly two hours over second-place Builth Wells MCC Ladies.

In the race for the Club Team Award, Team GTBN and XC Gear collected second and fourth place, respectively. For more information regarding the 2024 ISDE, visit https://fim-isde.com/.

WOW, THAT’S NOT ALL THERE IS–

Shit is nuts, but I hope it calms down. I had a terrific conversation with Berry Wardlaw of Accurate Engineering. He took the Assalt Weapan to A2 Wind Tunnel on the east coast. They had a blast playing with options.

This system will tell you how much horsepower you need to reach the speed you desire based on the motorcycle’s profile. It will tell you about front end lift and what to do about it. He plans to make a new front fairing and a cowling around the front of the frame and nitrous bottle, then the crew will return to the wind tunnel for additional testing. Hang On. We will send you additional reports and info shortly.

I’m getting a kick out of this election stuff. This was major.

Micah sent me a scan of this certificate. We are working on our packages for 5-ball Racing Sponsors. Wouldn’t it be a kick to roll the Salt Torpedo into a Wind Tunnel.

Marilyn Stemp offered some of her antique stash to the Emporium, some of which was busted. I brazed this piece and now it can be displayed for sale. The Knucklehead is wired and this weekend I’ll add fuel and see about firing the beast.

I’m also anxious to talk to Lonnie Isam about my 1913 Board Track racer. I need his help with the engine rebuild and I know he’s trying to retire. The Sturgis Museum Board meeting is coming up. It’s tough, as there are a multitude of projects on the table. It’s about deciding which ones to choose and mustering the talent to make each one work successfully.

Next year will kick ass in so many respects.

Stay alert and ride safe,
–Bandit

May be the Last!

It won’t go away forever.The 50th may be the last one to have the same design and displacement which so far has remained unchanged since the model was originally introduced in 1966.

Honda Super Cub 50 Final Edition will only be available from Honda Japan dealerships for a limited time.

In Japan, you can order one beginning on Friday, November 8, 2024 all the way through Sunday, November 24, 2024. The MSRP for the Honda Super Cub 50 Final Edition is ¥297,000, which works out to about US $1,943 approx. Price includes Japan’s consumption tax.

Thanks & regards,

–Wayfarer

International Editor

Bikernet.com

GoPro, the brand synonymous with action cameras and automotive videos is being pounded by the competition, the consumers and the stock market. GoPro is planning to layoff a Quarter of Its Staff.

GoPro has recently faced increased competition. Once the only man about town, Insta360 and DJI have since entered the space with better tech, smaller cameras, easier-to-use backend apps, and cheaper offerings. These two primary rivals have actually delivered reliable and competitive cameras.

GoPro in its recent statement mentioned they will be laying off 26 % of its staff. Originally they had planned only 15 % layoff earlier this year.

Stock price has fallen precipitously in recent years for GoPro as sales declined, inventory stockpiled, and the brand name lost a little bit of its “action”. Their market share is still being poached by the fast growing Insta360.

GoPro’s is having a hard time upgrading their cameras in meaningful ways. Innovation was initially easy, fast and large-scale. The photos and reels were glamourous, spectacular. Then on, their changes were incremental to the point where consumers have to ask themselves, “Why do I need another new GoPro when it’s so close to the last one?”

Apple faces this same problem with each successive iPhone.

In near future, GoPro might have to reinvent itself in the new world of AI and open-source–or it may have to accept acquisition or forced mergers.

Well, that sucks balls because in the recent festive sales, I had got myself an alleged bargain for the latest GoPro HERO 13 Black. So far, they have yet to bring the accessories to overseas market for this pricey bling. Am I stuck with a lemon? Time will tell and shit will smell.

Below is the features and specs and usage of this latest GoPro 13 from a Vlogger on YouTube

Alberta’s Ruling Party Embraces CO2, ‘Notorious’ CO2 Coalition Credited

On November 2, Alberta’s ruling United Conservative Party (UCP) approved a resolution stating, in part:

“CO2 is a nutrient foundational for all life on Earth…The earth needs more CO2 to support life and to increase plant yields, both of which contribute to the Health and Prosperity [sic] of all Albertans.”

A UCP member speaking in favor of the resolution stated:

“According to the CO2 Coalition, higher CO2 levels have led to healthier crops and improved food security worldwide.”

The resolution recommended that the Government of Alberta should:

Abandon Net Zero targets

Remove the designation of CO2 as a pollutant

Recognize that CO2 is a foundational nutrient for all life on Earth

As you can imagine, this did not sit well with the climate alarmist community. DeSmog Blog called us “the notorious CO2 Coalition.” Another stated:

“The CO2 Coalition, an organization that promotes the view of carbon dioxide as beneficial, appears to have influenced Resolution 12. During the UCP’s annual general meeting, a member advocating for the resolution cited the CO2 Coalition, stating that ‘higher CO₂ levels have led to healthier crops and improved food security worldwide.’ This reference suggests that the CO2 Coalition’s materials and messaging contributed to shaping the arguments and rationale behind the UCP’s decision to reclassify CO₂ and abandon net-zero emission targets.”

–CO2 Coalition

Now if only the truth will shine in America.

–Bandit

In case you forgot. Many of the measures in South Dakota are misleading. You need to read them over and over to catch the real direction. If you’re not sure Vote No. Maybe they will straighten it out the next time.

Tuesday Is Election Day

Next Tuesday is Election Day. With the election on the horizon, legislators nationwide are in full last-minute campaign mode. Congress may have its eyes already turned toward election results, but we will follow up on our release from last Friday.

Last week, a dozen bipartisan members of the House of Representatives sent a letter to Sophie Shulman, the Acting Administrator of the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) expressing concerns about Tesla’s Full Self-Driving and Autopilot software. The letter highlights concerns regarding “An alarming pattern of Teslas with Autopilot engaged causing fatal accidents with motorcyclists, bicyclists and stopped emergency vehicles.”

The lawmakers seek two remedies from NHTSA. First, improved crash reporting, including allowing other road users, such as motorcyclists, to report crashes to NHTSA. Second, enforcing restrictions on where and when autopilot systems can be activated.

The Motorcycle Riders Foundation (MRF) worked in conjunction with the Dawn Project on this letter from Congress. The Dawn Project’s mission is to make sure computers are safe for humanity, by making certain that safety-critical software systems never fail and are not hackable.

The MRF would like to thank our members who contacted their representatives about the letter. Additionally, we are grateful to Representative Anne McLane Kuster of New Hampshire who helped lead this effort as well as the additional 11 members of Congress whose signatures appear on the letter:

Rep. Julia Brownley (CA)

Rep. Salud Carbajal (CA)

Rep. Steve Cohen (TN)

Rep. Debbie Dingell (MI)

Rep. Brian Fitzpatrick (PA)

Rep. Jesus “Chuy” Garcia (IL)

Rep. Jared Huffman (CA)

Rep. Hank Johnson (GA)

Rep. Seth Moulton (MA)

Rep. Grace Napolitano (CA)

Rep. Chris Pappas (NH)

–MRF

Join the MRF, Motorcycle Riders Foundation at www.mrf.org

CRAZY JOHN IS BACK–

I was planning on writing the story of how the riserless handlebars I made in 1964 for my minibike were a prophesy for the riserless handlebars I made for my ’68 XLCH you put on the August 1976 cover of Easyriders after I got back from SEMA. And then at 4AM this morning I couldn’t sleep, so I thought I’d write it, but then this came out. David Mann told me I could become a writer and you gave me the chance to become a writer – becoming a photographer was a side effect.

The luck of the draw

How a person’s life shapes up is the luck of the draw. It’s the people you meet good or bad that cast the die for how things turn out. This said it’s high time that I thank the people that helped me make it this far. I’ll start with Keith “Bandit” Ball he’s the person that has made the biggest difference in how well things have turned out for me.

I met Keith in 1972 at the El Monte courthouse after Dean Pettigrew and I had appeared for a modified front end ticket for the 18-inch over springer on Dean’s ’60 XLH Sportster. Our choppers were parked across the street from the courthouse. Keith was riding a rat Panhead with an open primary. Keith worked for Easyriders magazine and was there representing the MMA (Modified Motorcycle Association) to help us fight the frontend ticket.

The next time I had dealings with Keith I had called to tell him the feature he wrote in Easyriders on Dean’s chopped ’68 Shovelhead with a 28-inch over girder was pure bullshit. Keith wrote the reason the tank on Dean’s bike didn’t match the rest of the paint was because the “lacquer hype” custom painter had split to Canada with Dean’s gas tank. 

What Keith didn’t know is Dean hadn’t paid me in full for molding and painting his bike. Dean picked up his frame and rear fender but I still had his gas tank. I told Dean he needed to pay me off, or I was going to take the tank with me to Calgary to show people my work when I opened up Crazy John Custom Paint in Calgary — to be continued

–Crazy John Gilbert

WHILE ONE ELECTRIC VEHICLE SHUTS DOWN ANOTHER ONE KICKS OFF–Royal Enfield To Reveal First Electric Motorcycle At EICMA Today

At the 2024 EICMA event in Milan, Royal Enfield is all set to reveal its first ever electric motorcycle.

https://www.msn.com/en-in/entertainment/bollywood/royal-enfield-to-reveal-first-electric-motorcycle-at-eicma-today-cnbc-tv18/vi-AA1tsobK

–Wafarer

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