As you know, there’s an excuse for everything. We are scrambling very close to the Bonneville dates and still haven’t fired this puppy up. We’re still messing with the canopy and the body. I needed to take a step back and reassess how we were doing. READ THE SALT TORPEDO UPDATE IN THE CANTINA – CLICK HERE
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Quite a bit has been going on here at Air-Tech, lots of new molds for new products, an awesome KZ build for a Mad Max reunion, and great race results from Air-Tech equipped racers… Bike builder Scott Horwood was invited to display his awesome Max replica, using our bodywork, at a reunion of cast members from the original 1979 movie… Check out Goose, Fifi, Jessie, Cundalini, and Johnny the Boy next to Scott’s bike… great job Scott ! ! ! Those of you newsletter subscribers know we don’t do a lot of sales…“High Fives” to those of you that took advantage of our Memorial Day sale and saved tons of dough! You long term subscribers know our July 4th sale will be our last until Black Friday, right after thanksgiving… Now’s the time to save BIG and finally get that long term project finished up to enjoy this riding season.. Give us a call on Wednesday the 3rd, or Friday the 5th, and use USE PROMO CODE “hi5=30” to get 30% OFF (normal people only get 20%) Our mailing address is: AirTech Streamlining 2530 Fortune Way Vista, CA 92081-8441
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It’s a Mix of Madness and Metal By Bandit with shots from Wrench and Michael Lichter, the good ones. Oh and girls from Barry Green I rode to Camarillo to Jim’s Retirement party after having lunch with Rebecca, my 5th wife. In a world gone mad and bikers from hell roaming the city nights, it’s cool to see a solid family like Jim’s unit blossom around motorcycle parts and everything is made in America at JIMS. Mike and his son were returning to the Headquarters after the Born Free Weekend. CLICK HERE TO READ THE ROUNDUP IN THE CANTINA – Subscribe Today
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Denton Moto Born Free 11 Bike Build / Tucker Films The Tucker Team once again heads west, this time in support our friend David Morales, co-founder of Denton Moto as he enters his 1957 Triumph “Freebird” in the Born Free 11 Invited Builders Show. See what David has to the say about his custom build. Direct Link to Video:
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Strider Bikes Announces the “Double Down Charity Program” New program increases youth ridership and feeds two charities simultaneously via youth balance bikes. Rapid City, SD – Strider Bikes, the leading manufacturer of balance bikes for children with over 2 million sold worldwide, launches a new direct-sale custom Strider program designed to further increase youth ridership and charitable donations. The Double-Down Charity Program (DDCP) will support partner-designated 501c3 charities and the Strider Education Foundation’s All Kids Bike, a national movement to install Kindergarten PE Learn-To-Ride Programs into public schools. This all while delivering unique balance bikes designed by the Strider partner company or brand. The Double-Down Charity Program enables a company or brand to design a custom graphics package including a competition style number plate and a complete sticker kit. Then, for each customized bike sold, the partner’s designated 501(c)(3)charity receives $20 and All Kids Bike receives $20. As sales climb over 200 units, the partners designated charity will receive $4,000, and one school (of the partner’s choosing) is donated a Kindergarten PE “Learn-To-Ride” program care of All Kids Bike consisting of 22 Strider 14x balance bikes, training and certification for the PE teacher, helmets, pedal conversion kits, approved curriculum, and five years of technical support. Through the Kindergarten PE Program, children enjoy the mental and physical benefits of riding a bike, including the fun, freedom and mobility it provides. Donations are delivered via Strider Bikes in the name of the sponsoring partner. Partners will have the opportunity to present the donation and be on site to see their All Kids Bike donation in action, further increasing the public relations opportunity for the partner. The DDCP is designed to increase ridership at every level and to empower those who share in the vision of more kids on bikes; learning balance, gaining
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Weekend Round-Up for May 13, 2019 Gray Skies and Strange Times This is a strange one. It’s May and supposed to be a very calm and successful month according to the stars and Chinese tea leaves. READ THE WEEKEND ROUNDUP – Click Here Salt Torpedo Chapter 18: Ready for Fiberglass Even on Easter we made progress You know me, I can’t sit still and talk about old times when we’re burnin’ daylight. My grandson Frankie showed up with the lovely Em who is another well-known tattoo artist. Harold and I said hello and peeled for the shop. I had to monkey with the Torpedo exhaust system again. The turn-out was going to be an issue. READ THE Salt Torpedo Chapter – Click Here
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Our friend Tim works over at the Gasbox. He came across an old ’73 Ironhead Sportster that had seen better days and decided it was a perfect evening project. He used a bunch of Lowbrow and Gasbox parts, and we think his bike turned out killer. Check it out and let us know what you think by leaving a comment at the bottom of the article! General: Owner: Tim Fiorucci Year/Make/Model: 1973 Harley-Davidson XLCH. Fabrication: Tim Fiorucci Build Time: About 6 months. Engine: Year/Type/Size: 73 Sportster 1000 Carburetor: S&S Super E Exhaust: Gasbox Sportster Dual Exhaust with 1958-61 mufflers Air Cleaner: Gasbox Dogdish Frame: Year/Type: Stock 1973 XL frame. Rear is the Lowbrow Customs KR Style Bolt-on Hardtail frame. Rake/Stretch: Stock Rake, 4in stretch. Front End: Type / Brand: Kyaba 35mm Wheels: Front Size: 21in Rear Size: 18in Finish/Paint: Paint by: Joe Koenigsmark at Jerry’s House of Kolors Plating/Polishing: Akron Plating Powdercoating: A&I Accessories: Front Fender: N/A Rear Fender: Lowbrow Customs Manta Ray Fender Gas Tank: Custom Aluminum Sporty style Handlebars: Lowbrow Customs Stainless T-bars Grips: Jackhammer Mirrors: N/A Hand Controls: Drag Specialties Clutch lever Foot Controls: Customs Stainless Pegs Headlight: Stock Seal beam Taillight: Box taillight Turn Signals: N/A License Mount: Custom Seat: Solo This beautiful bike is also up for sale! If you are interested please email Tim directly at fiorucci.tim@gmail.com
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Land speed racing is rarely a glamorous corporate affair. More often, it’s a lone innovator or small team sweating it out in a garage, striving toward a spot in the record books. And that’s very much the case with Shea Nyquist, who’s working with his fiancée and a couple of friends with a bunch of recycled parts to take his shot at the record books. Click Here to READ THE BUILD REPORT AT CANTINA – Subscribe Today
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FREE STYLE WINNER GOES TO GERMANY FOR THE WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP AMD Free Style Class Anything goes, 2 or 3 wheel drivetrain/chassis motorcycle configuration as defined by the DMV. The only limitation is the builder’s imagination and resources. This class is for those who want the chance for the opportunity to compete in AMD World Championship in Cologne, Germany. It is the direct path to the AMD World Championship of Custom Bike Building in Cologne, Germany to Intermot to challenge the best builders in the world. $50 registration fee includes two passes to the entire weekend’s events and concerts Winner gets $2000 on sight plus another $8000 expense when they show at the 2020 AMD World Championship of Custom Bike Building. Trophies to 5th Place Garage Builders Open Class This class is for fabricators that wish to show to promote their business rather compete. Registration fee includes a 10×10 outdoor booth for Builder’s businesses. This class is also ideal for any garage builder wanting to show off their talents and maybe prepare for more serious competitions in future. $25 registration fee includes two passes to the entire weekend’s Trophies for Call Outs in each division Custom Street Division l Must start with 1985 (1984 EVO’s will be included in this class) later major OEM engine and frame as base. Must maintain original engine cradle configuration. Neck may be cut to rake or stretch frame. Hard tail sections and wide tire alterations are acceptable. Must be a 2 or 3 wheel motorcycle configuration as defined by DMV. Best Harley Best Indian Best in Division Winner Best Euro/Metric Custom Classic Division ll Must have a 1984 or earlier OEM engine, replica engines are not allowed. Custom or stock modified frames are acceptable. Must be a 2 or 3 wheel motorcycle configuration as defined
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You know me, I can’t sit still and talk about old times when we’re burnin’ daylight. I had to monkey with the Torpedo exhaust system again. The turn-out was going to be an issue. Micah and I got together on Monday and hammered at the firewall. We had a long discussion with Drew, who is a Bonneville AMA, and FIM tech. We kicked around the massive fire suppression bottles and whether we need two or one for both compartments. CLICK HERE TO READ THE ROUNDUP IN THE CANTINA Subscribe to the Cantina for just $24 annual fee. www.Bikernet.com
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