newsletter

This is Going to be Good Bikernet Weekly News for March 3, 2022

Motorcycle Magazine with global coverage on everything “owned” by Bikers: Customs, Choppers, Performance Parts, Technology, Rider Gear, Racing, Adventures, Events and the Fight to Ride Free. The Bikernet Weekly News is sponsored in part by companies who also dig Freedom including: Cycle Source Magazine, the MRF, Las Vegas Bikefest, Iron Trader News, ChopperTown, BorntoRide.com and […]

This is Going to be Good Bikernet Weekly News for March 3, 2022 Read More »

Alt-Rock Cruisers: BMW targets American brand’s market

by Jack Baruth from Hagerty.com BMW R18 meets Indian Challenger and Harley Heritage Classic The slightly ridiculous 1800cc, two-cylinder, leather-saddlebag, CHiPs-windshielded cruiser I’m trying to force through six stopped lanes of Los Angeles traffic can’t be taken as anything but an admission on the part of the Bayerische Motoren Werke that Harley-Davidson knows a) what

Alt-Rock Cruisers: BMW targets American brand’s market Read More »

There’s Hope Bikernet Weekly News for February 24, 2022

Hey, It seems odd to say there’s hope, when Russia is bombing the Ukraine and my son called and said, “It’s WWIII pops.” Truckers are rolling toward Washington D.C. in protest. Let’s hope for the best on all fronts. Freedom works. Sometimes the news blows me away. I appreciate all the input from readers and

There’s Hope Bikernet Weekly News for February 24, 2022 Read More »

Back-to-Back Wins for Monster Energy Kawasaki’s Jason Anderson

February 19, 2022 | U.S. Bank Stadium | Minneapolis, Minnesota Foothill Ranch, Calif. (January 20, 2022) – Round 7 of the Monster Energy AMA Supercross Championship turned a cold shoulder to the sunny skies of the California coast as race fans were met with snowy air and subzero temperatures in Minneapolis, where Monster Energy Kawasaki’s

Back-to-Back Wins for Monster Energy Kawasaki’s Jason Anderson Read More »

4 Major Motorcycle Trends Sir Hagerty Witnessed at the Mecum Auction

by James Hewitt from Hagerty.com Values have skyrocketed of late in the motorcycle world but there were still deals to be had. The spending frenzy at Scottsdale’s January auto auctions may have garnered the headlines, but just a short road trip away in Las Vegas, Mecum’s motorcycle auction put on a similarly spectacular show for

4 Major Motorcycle Trends Sir Hagerty Witnessed at the Mecum Auction Read More »

What do you think? Bikernet Weekly News for February 17th, 2022

We may be the bad apples of our society, but we respect freedom, fight for what’s right and never give up. Ride fast and free forever, –Bandit The Bikernet Weekly News is sponsored in part by companies who also dig Freedom including: Cycle Source Magazine, the MRF, Las Vegas Bikefest, Iron Trader News, ChopperTown, BorntoRide.com

What do you think? Bikernet Weekly News for February 17th, 2022 Read More »

Open Mind Bikernet Weekly News for February 10th, 2022

Keep an Open Mind and Positive Progress Comes Flowing Home! We had the opportunity to buy a lot on Laselle in Sturgis, but my project list is over the top. Unfortunately, I would rather write a book than run a lot during the Rally. I’m learning about ULH flatheads, and working with Departure Bike Works

Open Mind Bikernet Weekly News for February 10th, 2022 Read More »

Bandit’s First Bike Feature in Easyriders

by Bandit with photos from the late Pete Chiodo I was working in a bike shop on Imperial Highway, US Choppers in 1970 to support going to Long Beach City College. I was into my first Shovelhead after I sold my 1969 XLCH, and perhaps my fourth bike build after the Sportster, a bent Triump

Bandit’s First Bike Feature in Easyriders Read More »

Spies Bikernet Weekly News for February 3rd, 2022

Our Team was on the Case We spied on the industry all over the country and grabbed news from the Motorcycle Riders Foundation, Vance and Hines, Indian Motorcycle, Saturday Night Live, MetalSport Wheels, Mecum Auction, Barrett Jackson, The Quail, Harley-Davidson, Bandit’s Cantina, Law Tigers, Accident Scene Management, Alex Epstein, Deadwood Custom Motorcycles, Cycle Source Magazine,

Spies Bikernet Weekly News for February 3rd, 2022 Read More »

Black Biker History

Recognizing Black History Month 2022 by Nick Resty and Mama Tried I do not claim to be an expert on any historical MC stuff, but I have always found it fascinating. Being a guy who tries to emulate what others have done in the past, I have always found it to be important and respectful

Black Biker History Read More »

Beta AMA National Dual Sport Series

The Beta AMA National Dual Sport Series includes some of the most amazing single-track trail in the country, all tied together by incredible back roads through America’s countryside. Designed to provide the perfect off-road riding experience, these two-day events include ample, challenging routes that are well marked and well designed. This series is intended for

Beta AMA National Dual Sport Series Read More »

AMA Supercross season 2022 is on

WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW Supercross Futures, an AMA National Championship will resume in 2022. Athletes can begin to qualify starting in October at select primary events spread across the country. Eligible athletes will then advance to a second round of qualifying set to take place at an upcoming Monster Energy AMA Supercross event during

AMA Supercross season 2022 is on Read More »

F*** Off Bikernet Weekly News for January 27th 2022

Back in the ‘80s someone came up with the FUCK OFF T-shirt and it became massively popular. Brothers were pissed. It’s all nuts, but I’m pissed. It’s interesting that freedom works, including free speech. The original ABATE members knew that. If you’re a Cantina Member check out the Hump Day Girls from Barry Green and

F*** Off Bikernet Weekly News for January 27th 2022 Read More »

Carson City Run Bikernet Weekly News for January 20, 2022

Hang on for the Ride The Bikernet Weekly News is sponsored in part by companies who also dig Freedom including: Cycle Source Magazine, the MRF, Las Vegas Bikefest, Iron Trader News, ChopperTown, BorntoRide.com and the Sturgis Motorcycle Museum. CLICK HERE To Read the Weekly News on Bikernet.com Join the Cantina for more – Click Here

Carson City Run Bikernet Weekly News for January 20, 2022 Read More »

The Progress Report Bikernet Weekly News for January 13, 2022

The Bikernet Weekly News is sponsored in part by companies who also dig Freedom including: Cycle Source Magazine, the MRF, Las Vegas Bikefest, Iron Trader News, ChopperTown, BorntoRide.com and the Sturgis Motorcycle Museum. CLICK HERE To Read the Weekly News on Bikernet.com Join the Cantina for more – Click Here to Subscribe

The Progress Report Bikernet Weekly News for January 13, 2022 Read More »

Don’t skimp on these 6 pieces of personal safety gear

Tech & Maintenance Essentials for every garage by Kyle Smith from Hagerty.com It’s easy to become complacent with shop safety, especially when the effects of letting your guard down are not always immediate. Fact is, working on cars and motorcycles can be dangerous. Safety gear ensures you enjoy your work, your vehicle and your health

Don’t skimp on these 6 pieces of personal safety gear Read More »

Cold Snap Bikernet Weekly News for January 6, 2022

5-Ball Racing is Cooking with Gas (or Fossil Fuels) – Frank Ball Jr. is creating new shirt art and new photo sessions for 5-Ball Racing leathers. I had a strange series of phone calls the other day. I was speaking with Hal Robinson’s ex and my phone started to beep, it was David Mann’s wife

Cold Snap Bikernet Weekly News for January 6, 2022 Read More »

Happy New Years Bikernet Weekly News for December 30, 2021

Looking Forward to Next Year with News from Around the World Hey, I’ve been telling friends in a joking manner that 2022 will be a much better year than 2021, “I promise.” That’s my optimism pouring forth. I believe it. I believe there is room for truth. I believe the media will open up and

Happy New Years Bikernet Weekly News for December 30, 2021 Read More »

Winter Kick-Off Bikernet Weekly News for December 23, 2021

Give people the best of what is within you and help others to awaken to their best self so that they too can live a life of abundance. By Bandit, Wayfarer, Barry Green, J.J. Solari, Laura, Joe Smith, Bob T., Sam Burns, The Redhead, Rogue, El Waggs and the rest of the gang Hey, Another

Winter Kick-Off Bikernet Weekly News for December 23, 2021 Read More »

The December Winds Bikernet Weekly News for December 16th, 2021

Have a helluva holiday season. May all your projects come to fruition, and you make progress daily. Let’s hit the news. –Bandit The Bikernet Weekly News is sponsored in part by companies who also dig Freedom including: Cycle Source Magazine, the MRF, Las Vegas Bikefest, Iron Trader News, ChopperTown, BorntoRide.com and the Sturgis Motorcycle Museum.

The December Winds Bikernet Weekly News for December 16th, 2021 Read More »

The Slow March toward Forced Temperance: NMA Weekly E-Newsletter #571

It’s been seven years since we wrote about the Driver Alcohol Detection System and Safety (DADSS) program–A Frog in the Pot, E-newsletter #187–and efforts to make ignition interlock devices standard equipment in all vehicles. Proponents of forcing all drivers to pass alcohol detection testing before being able to operate their cars are nothing if not

The Slow March toward Forced Temperance: NMA Weekly E-Newsletter #571 Read More »

Paying More for Less Service

By 2021, New York City will begin charging drivers who enter Manhattan below Central Park under the guise of congestion pricing. No one is surprised. City and state officials have been trying to make this happen for years. The rare alignment of views between the governor, the mayor, and the state legislature─each likely motivated by

Paying More for Less Service Read More »

Blue Collar Bikernet Weekly News for for March 21, 2019

It’s all about doing it the hard way We have always been a blue-collar effort. The world is changing fast, but we will remain the guys who build shit and ride our stuff into the sunset. Even our Salt Torpedo is not being built by engineers. It’s the first Streamlined trike to be registered for

Blue Collar Bikernet Weekly News for for March 21, 2019 Read More »

NCOM News Bytes For March 2019

NCOM News Bytes For March 2019 Fallen Riders, Mongols Patch, Anti-Profiling, Lane Splitting, California Autobahn, Helmet Laws and more SUBSCRIBE TO BIKERNET.COM NEWSLETTER FOR FREE Compiled & Edited by Bill Bish THE AIM/NCOM MOTORCYCLE E-NEWS SERVICE is brought to you by Aid to Injured Motorcyclists (A.I.M.) and the National Coalition of Motorcyclists (NCOM), and is

NCOM News Bytes For March 2019 Read More »