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100WFC: Third Date by JJ Spain

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Third Date by JJ Spainillustration by Wayfarer He introduced Mary to her first motorcycle ride. He pulled alongside a Ford Focus using the right turning lane. At the last second, the Ford also decided to turn right. The car’s front fender gave the cycle an extra boost off the two-lane, crashing through a picket fence. Able to slide to a stop still upright, he sighed. His left knee put a dent in the black tank. His date was scared and crying. The bastard driver of the car didn’t stop. They rode to her house to ice his knee. Two years later, he took a knee and she said, “Yes.” (publication dated 16-Apr-2024) GET THE RIGHT RIDING GEAR FOR YOUR GAL — GET TO 5-Ball Racing Garage — click to launch.

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H-D Factory Racer Sets New Track Record

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HARLEY-DAVIDSON FACTORY RACER KYLE WYMAN SETS A NEW TRACK RECORD AND WINS IN TEXAS TO HOLD KING OF THE BAGGERS POINTS LEAD Rispoli Takes Third Podium in Four Races Aboard Factory Harley-Davidson Road Glide MILWAUKEE (April 13, 2024) – Harley-Davidson® Factory Racing rider Kyle Wyman made his mark at Circuit of the Americas with a dramatic win, a new class track record, and the MotoAmerica® Mission King of the Baggers points lead. Wyman, aboard his race-prepared 2024 Road Glide® motorcycle, finished the doubleheader race day with second and first place finishes. His Harley-Davidson® Factory Racing teammate, James Rispoli, is third in points after hard-fought fourth and third place finishes. The MotoAmerica Mission King of the Baggers series appeared as part of the MotoGP™ Grand Prix of the Americas weekend on the challenging 3.4-mile, 20-turn Circuit of the Americas road course, adding a uniquely American flavor to the event and making many new fans. The first six-lap race saw Factory Indian rider and pole sitter, Tyler O’Hara, lead a breakaway pack of six bikes, including Wyman and Rispoli, for the first five laps. On the last lap of the race, Wyman made his move, passing O’Hara for the lead. Factory Indian rider Troy Herfoss came with him after fighting his way to the front from as far back as sixth place. Moments later Herfoss dove below Wyman heading into turn 15, forcing Wyman wide. Herfoss held on to cross the finish line 0.295 seconds ahead of Wyman with O’Hara third, Rispoli fourth, and RevZilla/Motul/Vance & Hines Harley-Davidson rider Hayden Gillim fifth, all separated by less than one second. Later Saturday afternoon, the second six-lap Mission King of the Baggers race saw Herfoss and Wyman pass O’Hara on lap two and gradually open a gap over the second group of riders, led

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Rick Dozer’s Full Circle 1960 Panhead Chopper

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Grease & Gears TV are stoked to announce the release of their latest video, Rick Dozer’s Full Circle 1960 Panhead Chopper! We can’t wait for you to check it out. You can watch the video now on their network Grease & Gears TV – please help spread the word and share it. Tell them you saw it on Grease & Gears TV. WATCH NOW AThttps://greasengearstv.com/programs/rick-dozers-full-circle-panhead TELL ‘EM BIKERNET.COM SENT YA !

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Buell Super Cruiser at MotoGP April 12-14

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Get ready for some racing Buell Nation! Come meet the team during MotoGP in Austin, Texas at the Circuit of the Americas and get an up-close and personal view of the Buell Super Cruiser Prototype on display, as well as the Buell Freedom Edition Hammerhead 1190, and 1190SX models that will be available to purchase! But that’s not all! We are gearing up for an action-packed riding season ahead, and we’re thrilled to share plans of our participation in some of the most exciting motorcycle events across the country where you can see the Buell Super Cruiser Prototype & Buell Hammerhead 1190/1190SX models: We have multiple models on display! See the full list of locations by clicking here. THE RIGHT RIDING GEAR FOR EVERY EVENT AND EVERY MOTORCYCLE — AT 5-BALL RACING — CLICK AND GO

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5th Annual Texas Fandango, April 2024

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Sam Burns says — “Take sunscreen and a hat. Water & food need to be left outside the fence. Take cash, there will be a serious swap meet, antiques, unique choppers, dressers, rollers and a box with everything you every dreamed of…” The parking lot and all down the fence line are motorcycles–a bike show in itself. Slow down a bit and enjoy yourselves, and tell them Bikernet sent ya. https://thetexasfandango.com/ The Texas Fandango is a vintage swap meet, vintage bike show, and vintage races all rolled into one fun-packed weekend, April 12-14, 2024. The Fandango is located in the beautiful Texas Hill Country at the Gillespie County Fairground in historic Fredericksburg. The premier event in Texas for any vintage motorcycle enthusiast. A portion of every ticket sold benefits the Optimist Club Of Fredericksburg, Texas. Purchase your advance tickets and save $5.00 per ticket. General admission is $20.00 per person at the gate. Active military or veterans $10.00 with a valid ID at the gate. Kids twelve or under are free. No Club Colors. Tell ’em Bikernet.com Sent Ya !!

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NHTSA 2022 Crash Statistics

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2022 Crash StatisticsNHTSA Report Mixed News For Bikers This week, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) released its final 2022 Fatality Analysis Reporting System traffic crash data. NHTSA reported 42,514 total fatalities in the U.S. in 2022. That is a 1.7% decrease from the previous year. However, the final numbers show mixed results for motorcyclists. Sadly, overall rider deaths on our nation’s roadways increased by 1.2%. The official number of motorcyclists killed in 2022 was 6,218, an increase of 75 deaths compared to 2021. Biker deaths now account for 15% of all fatalities on the road, up 1% from 2021. Large truck, bus and pedestrian deaths also saw increases, while passenger car occupants saw a decrease. The Motorcycle Riders Foundation (MRF) remains concerned that these numbers may justify lawmakers taking a closer look at motorcyclists and our place in the transportation network. We surely do not need to be singled out for further scrutiny and have our freedoms limited. Fortunately, the final number of motorcyclists injured dropped by 2.6% in 2022. Two years ago, there were 82,687 biker injuries in crashes, down 2,211 from 84,898 the previous year. While every crash is unique, there are some disturbing trends. Alcohol-impaired fatal crashes account for 29% of all motorcyclist deaths. Across the nation, 7.8% of fatal crashes involved a “distracted driver.” Personal responsibility is a core value of the MRF. We must ensure we are all making the right decisions to protect ourselves and others on the road. If we don’t, who will? 2022 Crash Stats — Read 2022 NHTSA Report by Clicking Here Join The MRF — http://mrf.org/

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I Have A Dream Bikernet Weekly News for April 4, 2024

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Hey, I have a dream when it comes to our country and our future. This is one of those thoughts that runs rampant when you focus on it. First, I’ll just jot it down and then we can analyze it from there. My dream is that kids can grow up enjoying life, having a blast, falling in love, building and racing motorcycles and thinking of family, instead of political attacks against everything. Okay, there I said it. Let’s hit the news and see if there’s hope for love, romance and choppers in the future. In the meantime, fight back and ride free. –Bandit Click Here to read the Weekly News only on Bikernet.com

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Truett & Osborn Doubles

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Come to the Sturgis Motorcycle Museumwritten by Bandit and Jackpot Sturgis Motorcycle Hall of Fame inductee 2014, Bonnie Truett was born in the foothills of the Ozark Mountains. Before the perfect storm of life set him down the yellow brick road in Wichita, Kansas, Truett went to work on the grimy AT&SF railroad. He couldn’t have everything. He soon bought his first motorcycle, a 1957 Harley-Davidson Sportster. He immediately tore into the nimble platform to see what it was made of and how he could improve the power. His goal to make it faster than any Sportster in town. After modifications and working with some amazing area machinists, Bonnie, hell bent for leather, outran everyone. Click here to read this Feature Article, only on Bikernet.com

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AMRA Igniting Biggest Nitro Harley Year Ever

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AMRA pre-race advance: PennGrade1 AMRA Cajun Nitro NationalsAMRA Igniting Biggest Nitro Harley Year Ever at No Problem event: PennGrade1 AMRA Cajun Nitro Nationalswhen: April 5-7, 2024where: No Problem Raceway, Belle Rose, Louisiana, USA AMRA PennGrade1 motorcycle drag racing series–pre-race advance The PennGrade1 AMRA American Motorcycle Racing Association is bringing their Harley-Davidson drag racing series back to No Problem Raceway in Belle Rose, Louisiana, and featuring Nitro Harley’s in a big way. Thanks to the support of Top Fuel Harley legend Johnny Mancuso and his Circle M Ranch, and Dove Fuels, Top Fuel will now feature a full 16 bike field on race day. That means 8 more bikes are available to race and a full extra round of eliminations for the ground-pounding, flame-throwing, thundering, 220 mph nitro V-Twins. That’s a win-win for fans and racers alike! Local hero Randal Andras—the multi-time NHRA champ—will be defending his turf to the best of his Fast Coon Ass ability. But he’ll be facing Nitro Harley studs such as 2X defending AMRA champ Ryan Peery, North Carolina Hall of Famer Jay Turner, Spevco’s Tii Tharpe, AMRA’s own John “JT” Toth, last year’s Rockingham Finals winner Jordan Peterson, Bad Apple Racing’s Tracy Kile and Jimmy “Mac” McMillan, California’s Tim Kerrigan, Ricky “Sharkey” House, Finland’s Juha “Sushi” Hintukainen, and more. Nitro Funnybikes are like Top Fuel with one less injector and gear, but every bit as loud and awesome. Louisiana’s own Rocky Jackson will face Pennsylvania’s Michael Balch, North Carolina’s Cameron Gunter, Japan’s Tadashi “Reggie” Saitou and more. The bikes are small but the field is large…Hawaya Racing Pro Fuel bikes are smaller and carbureted, but still pack a nitro punch and race with a full 16 bike ladder. Champion Sam White starts his AMRA title defense against “Bad Apple Mary” Dangrow, Jim “Bad Influence” Martin,

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Happy Easter: “We’re Living in the Best of Times”

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Mark 9:23Jesus said unto him, “If thou can believe, all things are possible to him that believeth.” Hey Folks, Hope you are with friends and family and grateful! We all at Bikernet.com and 5-Ball Racing Shop wish you the very best. Happiness may be a state of mind but it is also obvious that we have amenities, services, products, opportunities, information and a lifestyle that presents us with everything imaginable to envision success, if not get up (or) get out and do what our heart desires. Past generations may have had a simpler existence, but the immense possibilities for life to be healthy and joyous has never been so easily and readily available to the masses. As Bandit says often, “We’re living in the best of times” and this is not just a cause for celebration but also our stoic responsibility to not allow anyone to make it otherwise. Whether it is their greed or power or insanity, we need to be able to defend our right to be joyous in our humble existence, with integrity, ethics and honesty in arts and sciences (media and technology). Not to “burn daylight” as Bandit says, have a blessed Sunday and stay positive, fruitful and grateful. —Wayfareryour Bikernet Blog Editorillustration titled “a new day, everyday” by Wayfarer

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