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Road Test Report: Trike Kit Failure

Howdy! Grab a chair an’ a beer, ‘cause I’ve got a warning for ya! A lot of ya will remember be from Thunder Press, and remember my wife, Reggie’s pink trike. She’s put almost 100K miles on it, and rode it all over the western states. A while back, she noticed a clunk, an’ when I checked it out, I found that the left side axle housing had broken the welds, and the angle destroyed the bearing surfaces of the aluminum center housing. I found out that Champion Trikes, the makers of the kit I used, (before Harley made trikes) had been sold and the design changed, so no parts are available for the older kits. With a lot of miles on the bike, we decided it wasn’t worth buying another 10K kit, so she bought a new trike and I started to put her Heritage back on 2 wheels. That’s when I discovered that the main supports were also broken, and it’s lucky she wasn’t slidin’ down the highway on her ass at 80 miles an hour! I’m not knockin’ Champion Trikes here, since the current owners had nothing to do with the kit I bought 16 years ago. I just want to let anyone with one of the early kits know that there’s a problem, and they need to check all welds closely! I’m including some pix of the damage to let ya know where to look. The white paint is where the welds broke, and should be one piece. Ride safe, y’all, and we’ll see ya on the road! Buckshot, Thunder Press (Retired) * * * * * * * * * * * * Get all the Tech and Tips from the old to the new — for Free. Visit https://www.bikernet.com/pages/Techs_Bike_Builds.aspx

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Engine Guard Foot Pegs for H-D Tourers

by Rogue Comfort On Long Distance Bike Rides Though my 2022 Harley Ultra Limited is a very comfortable motorcycle, past experience has taught me that being able to change my position from time to time is definitely important. I have used this same set up for over 100,000 miles and it was an easy decision to put them on this motorcycle. Stretch out for added comfort. This Adjustable Highway Peg Mounting Kit can be set for shorter riders, and it can be reversed to reach far forward for those with long legs. • 5-inch angled peg mounting kit in gloss black finish • Angled design allows the arm to reach back and around to clear fairing lowers • Arm can be raised and lowered for a custom fit • Mounting clamp firmly grips the engine guard, and the locking design secures the peg at the desired angle Click Here to Read this Photo Feature and Tech only on Bikernet.com * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * Go get yours and learn more by diving into history of chopper builds & related tech. Simply Click to Join Bandit’s Cantina !!!

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Saddlebag Guard Rail Kit

by Rogue Protecting your Harley-Davidson 2022 Saddlebags. I for one like saddlebag guards on my motorcycle. I recently got a 2022 Harley Ultra Limited and it did not have side guards on the bags as standard equipment. I decided to rectify that by installing Harley’s kit Part Number 90201902. These Guards surround and protect the lower portion while providing a traditional look for Touring Motorcycles. Click here to read this photo feature and tech, only on Bikernet.com * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * STAY UPDATED With All Motorcycling Products, Reviews and More. Grab the Bikernet Blog FREE Weekly Newsletter. CLICK HERE To Sign-up.  

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FTR Sport: Indian Motorcycle 2023 Launch

INDIAN MOTORCYCLE ANNOUNCES 2023 MODEL YEAR LINEUP; REVISES FTR LINEUP & DEBUTS INDIAN CHALLENGER ELITE FTR Lineup Adds Fresh, Vibrant Colors, While New FTR Sport & FTR R Carbon Upgrade to Four-Inch Round Touchscreen Display with Navigation Indian Challenger Elite Delivers the Ultimate in Style & Exclusivity; New Sapphire Blue Smoke Paint with Black Smoke & Titanium Metallic Smoke Combine Premium Quality with Head-Turning Style From Scout to Indian Pursuit, the 2023 Lineup Offers Models & Styles for Any Rider; New Indian Motorcycle Accessories Further Expand Personalization Options MINNEAPOLIS, MN – November 8, 2022 – Indian Motorcycle, America’s First Motorcycle Company, today announced its 2023 model year lineup, featuring the new FTR Sport and Indian Challenger Elite, along with various model updates and new accessories across the line. In addition, the 2023 lineup features a variety of new color options, highlighted by vibrant color schemes for FTR and FTR Sport on newly designed tank covers. “Fully loaded with models and styles for the widest range of riders, the 2023 lineup is a powerful testament to our team’s relentless effort to build and refine a truly comprehensive product offering over the past nine years,” said Mike Dougherty, President for Indian Motorcycle. “This effort has been focused across the line and within each model lineup, as evidenced by the introduction of the FTR Sport – the addition of which creates four unique FTR offerings, each with its own style and personality.” FTR: An American Original Headlining the 2023 model year news is the introduction of a new FTR mid-range trim, the FTR Sport. Replacing FTR S, the FTR Sport sits just below the premium FTR R Carbon, but above of the FTR and FTR Rally – creating four distinct trim models for riders to choose from. Designed for riders to cut loose

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Chopper Time Biketoberfest 2022

by Rogue, Dale, Christy “This event has a big turn out and has for as long as I can remember. I never miss it, and it appears many others feel the same way. Wille from Tropical Tattoo, some sponsors and a lot of volunteers come together to present this great bike show twice a year. While the motorcycles on display are all great, Roadside Marty the MC is always a hit with the mic.” Click Here to see the Winning Bikes and Event Report only on Bikernet.com * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * Come Ride With Us, Ride Free Forever !!!

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Klock Werks Flare Windshield after 200,000+ Miles

by Rogue “I recently bought a new 2022 Harley-Davidson Ultra Limited. So far, I like the motorcycle, but… I rode so long using a Klock Flare Windshield on my previous motorcycle, I missed it. I needed to quickly install one on my new Ultra. I never thought about the height differences in the fairings with and without vents.” Click Here to Read this Photo Feature and Ride Report. * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * Get Product Reviews, Tips and News — simply Click & Subscribe to Bikernet’s FREE Weekly Newsletter.

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A visit to one of Japan’s motorcycle Shitno shrine

You don’t have to be a motorcycle enthusiast to visit here, but it helps from https://soranews24.com There are tens of thousands of Shinto shrines all over Japan and they come in all kinds of shapes and sizes. They also have a plethora of individual themes that visitors may want to visit for highly specific prayers such as scoring primo idol tickets or breaking up with a significant other. For example, did you know that there are 17 motorcycles shrines that have been sanctioned by the Japan Motorcycle Association? Our reporter Mr. Sato sure didn’t and decided to check one out when he learned of them…which is strange because he’s never ridden a motorcycle in his life. In fact, Mr. Sato is what’s known as a “paper driver” in Japan, which refers to a person who though licensed almost never gets behind a wheel. The irony in this is that even though paper drivers have almost no experience or confidence driving, they end up with pristine records and gold-class licenses identifying them as model drivers. And so, Mr. Sato got his motor running aboard a train and then headed out on the highway via a bus and finally went looking for adventure in whatever came his way on foot. And what came his way was the entrance to the Kashiwa no Mori Motorcycle Shrine, which was established on the property of BDS Co. Ltd., a company specializing in motorcycle auctions in Kashiwa City, Chiba Prefecture. Upon entering the shrine precincts Mr. Sato saw four torii gates lined up in a row, dividing the shrine into four separate mini shrines. This was an unusual configuration so our reporter felt like he was in store for some special mojo on this shrine visit. Beyond the first torii was a shrine dedicated to Motomu,

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From the streets – 2022 Sturgis Rally Report

by Bandit with photos from the Redhead and Wrench This is going to be good, like the party of parties. I’ll stay between the white lines as I attempt to cover the rally and my first wild experience after relocating to the Black Hills and available for action every day. Constant hum of action prevailed daily, with the rumble of V-twins, non-stop shows, concerts, celebrations, parties and jamming bars are just the tip of the chromed mountain leading up to the rally. Last year, my shop wasn’t complete, and I was attacked by the deadly Covid virus. I found myself locked down in my basement dungeon. Only semi-prepared this year, the rally kept coming like it or not. Read the real adventure on your saddle and get ready for another – Click Here * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * Join the Cantina — or Shop for rare Goodies at 5-Ball Racing — We are Riding Free for 25 Years & ensure you do so too !!!

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Part 2: Trampsters Run Home

Puppy’s Off the Leash Tour by Rogue and Friends We decided that since we were in California we might as well visit some places before going home. Started by riding CA 1, or Pacific Coast Highway. We got lucky, the motorcycle event Born Free was that weekend too. It would be a shame after riding all this way if we did not get by to attend such a famous event. CLICK Here to read the conclusion of this road-trip adventure * Read part one on Bikernet.com by clicking here * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * Click and Get to the Cantina. Support motorcycling culture with Bikernet.com’s 25 years of Riding Free Bikernet.com : your best source for all two-wheeled adventures, events, news, updates, products, reviews and more. 

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