Hey,
I rolled into Wapid City for my pre-op testing and CT scan yesterday. On the way the President of the Sturgis Motorcycle Museum called. He bubbled with exciting news around our new online shop and our Raffle effort.
I’m proud to be on the board of this effort to bring a world class museum to Sturgis, the motorcycle epicenter of the world. When I jumped onto the board, I encountered a cool little museum with a growing Hall of Fame. But much work needed to be encouraged and implemented.
We faced a ton of obstacles, but the entire industry wanted to help and did. We have an amazing board of very sharp active motorcyclists. The opportunity for a vision of something world class for the motorcycle industry in Sturgis is available. We just need to make it happen.
Let’s hit the news:
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.
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.
QUICK S&S ANNOUNCEMENT–Oops! We forgot to include the promo code in our email the other day! Please use: MK136 to get 11% off anything on our site! We’re so sorry for any confusion this may have caused.
HONORING INTERNATIONAL WOMEN’S DAY–in honor of International Women’s Day, we’re shining a light on the brave women who have sacrificed for our country — despite unique and devastating challenges.
As detailed in our landmark report Women Veterans: The Journey to Mental Wellness, high rates of military sexual trauma and intimate partner violence, substance use disorders and reproductive health challenges put women veterans at higher risk for suicide.
DAV has long been at the forefront of advocating for policy and legislative changes to better serve women veterans, who now represent more than 10% of all veterans. Every day, we’re fighting to improve the lives of fellow veterans …
With women veterans dying by suicide at staggering rates and significant gaps in health care — there’s much work to be done.
DAV recently helped pass the Protecting Moms Who Served Act to improve maternity care, the Making Advances in Mammography and Medical Options for Veterans Act to improve access to mammograms and the historic provisions from the Deborah Sampson Act aimed at enhancing health care programs and services for women veterans and improving access to care.
We’re committed to keeping up the fight to ensure all women veterans get the benefits, care and support they have rightfully earned.
Read the stories of women who have been forever changed by military service and how DAV is fighting for them. Thank you for being a member of DAV — and for standing with your fellow veterans.
Read their stories at the DAV website.
–Daniel Contreras
DAV National Commander
Veterans and service members experiencing a mental health emergency can contact the Veterans Crisis Line at 988, Press 1. They also can text 838255 or chat online at VeteransCrisisLine.net.
GET A DAVID MANN T-SHIRT QUICK– Short Sleeve ’60s Chopper Shirt Signed with Logo Face on Back
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There is also the DavidMannGallery.com
Where all the Easyriders centerspreads are listed.
BONNEVILLE MOTORCYCLE MUSEUM EFFORT—Tom Anderson called the other day and said, “Bandit, you do it. You’re taller than I am.”
He’s Santa Claus of the Buell Brothers and he’s passionate about kicking off a museum dedicated to Bonneville racers.
Starting a museum is just like opening a large shop, except it don’t exactly make money. But somehow it needs to generate the funds to keep it open, curate exhibits, market it to the industry so folks come, start a gift shop, so you need merch and holy shit.
If you are interested in making this happen, reach out to Tom at 715-220-1725. Tell him you’re interested and what you might be able to contribute. That’s a start.
–Bandit
NHTSA Administrator Selection–In February, President Trump nominated Jonathan Morrison as the next National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) administrator. He previously served as the chief counsel at NHTSA during the first Trump administration. His resume includes time at Apple and with the California New Car Dealers Association.
As you know, NHTSA is a federal agency within the Department of Transportation responsible for setting and enforcing motor vehicle safety standards, conducting research and working with states to reduce deaths. However, you may not know that NHTSA has been without a permanent administrator since 2022. For the last few years, the agency has been led by an “acting administrator.” To be the official head of the agency requires a confirmation vote by the U.S. Senate. The failure to find a permanent Senate-confirmed leader for NHTSA has many frustrated in Washington, D.C.
If confirmed, Mr. Morrison will head an agency that recently reduced its workforce by 4% as part of broader federal efforts to eliminate probationary employees. During Senate confirmation hearings, he will likely face tough questions about autonomous vehicles, ongoing investigations into Tesla crashes and the rollback of fuel economy rules aimed at reducing the number of internal combustion engines on our roads.
We at the Motorcycle Riders Foundation will track this potential leadership change at NHTSA and remain engaged with an agency that has sweeping authority over the issues that matter to bikers.
–MRF
HERE’S A WILD READ–Judge Jeanine’s book, CRIMES AGAINST AMERICA, is still on sale for $9.99.
This is $20 off our regular price.
In CRIMES AGAINST AMERICA, Judge Jeanine outlines how the far-left woke mob almost destroyed America from the inside.
This shocking read shows just how close we came to destruction under the previous administration.
Don’t miss out on this chance to own CRIMES AGAINST AMERICA for only $9.99
I ordered a copy. I will write a review, so hang on. –Bandit
RICHARD BUNCH COLLECTION—Just opened at the famous Petersen Museum in Los Angeles. All 28 historic examples of early American Motorcycles curated by Don Whalen will be on exhibit for two years.
Then, if we have the facility space, the exhibit will come to the Sturgis Motorcycle Museum.
SCOTT JACOBS REACHES OUT–I need your help! I am trying to locate the owner of this Corvette painting as well as any of my Nagle style original paintings that you see here. I have a Museum retrospective opening in Nashville the beginning of May and they are interested in Corvette and also these Nagel style paintings. Please help!
–Scott Jacobs
UNDERSTANDING EPA’S “BIGGEST DEREGULATORY ACTION IN U.S. HISTORY– 18 important deregulatory actions EPA announced yesterday, and why they will make life better for all of us.
By ALEX EPSTEIN
Did the EPA really just take the “Biggest Deregulatory Action in U.S. History”?
Arguably, yes.
Here are 18 important deregulatory actions EPA announced today, and why they will make life better for all of us. (I posted a version of these points on Twitter/X yesterday; so far it has over a million views, and has been shared publicly by EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin.)
“Reconsideration of regulations on power plants (Clean Power Plan 2.0)”
These Biden regulations would effectively ban all coal plants and new natural gas plants by demanding impossible 90% carbon capture.¹
Reconsidering them is essential to preserving the grid and unleashing electricity.
“Reconsideration of light-duty, medium-duty, and heavy-duty vehicle regulations”
These Biden regulations paved the way for the EV mandate by imposing unachievable emission standards on gas vehicles.²
Reconsidering them is essential for preserving automotive choice.
“Reconsideration of the 2009 Endangerment Finding”
This Obama-era determination, by declaring CO2 dangerous, allowed Biden to shut down power plants, slow US oil growth, and lock up our limitless natural gas.³
Reconsidering it is essential for American energy dominance.
“Ending so-called ‘Good Neighbor Plan’”
This Biden rule set ozone-related emissions levels so (unnecessarily) low that many vital coal power plants can’t comply—even though ozone levels are very low throughout the US.⁴
Ending it is essential to preserving grid reliability.
“Reconsideration of Particulate Matter National Ambient Air Quality Standards”
These Biden regulations demand hugely costly cuts to US PM2.5 levels, which are already very low and safe.⁵
Reconsidering them is crucial to keeping American energy and industry globally competitive.
“Reconsideration of limitations, guidelines and standards (ELG) for the Steam Electric Power Generating Industry”
These Biden regulations throttle coal power generation by imposing needlessly stringent wastewater standards.⁶
Reconsidering them is important to preserving our grid.
“Reconsideration of Mercury and Air Toxics Standards”
These Biden regulations impose draconian mercury and other emission limits on coal plants, requiring costly retrofits or shutdowns with little or no health benefit.⁷
Reconsidering them is essential to preserving grid reliability.
“Restructuring the Regional Haze Program”
This EPA program imposes major costs on electricity producers for minimal visibility improvements in low-populated areas.⁸
Restructuring it is crucial for facilitating affordable and reliable electricity.
“Prioritizing coal ash program to expedite state permit reviews and update coal ash regulations (CCR Rule)”
These Biden regulations impose an impossible compliance timeline for coal ash disposal.⁹
Fixing them is crucial will preserve the grid while responsibly managing coal ash.
“Overhauling Biden-Harris Administration’s ‘Social Cost of Carbon’”
This Biden method of calculating the costs of CO2 emissions allows EPA to vastly exaggerate the benefits of its regulations.¹⁰
Overhauling it is essential for restoring real cost-benefit analyses to the EPA.
“Reconstituting Science Advisory Board and Clean Air Scientific Advisory Committee”
Biden stacked these scientific panels in favor of harsh regulations on energy producers.
Making these panels more balanced is critical for the EPA’s ability to unleash American energy.
“Reconsideration of exceptional events rulemaking”
This EPA policy requires states to undergo complex procedures for exempting prescribed fires from strict air quality standards.¹¹
Revisiting it is vital for enabling safe, controlled burns that prevent catastrophic wildfires.
“Reconsideration of regulations throttling the oil and gas industry (OOOO b/c)”
These Biden regulations would effectively shut down smaller producers by imposing high-cost methane capture requirements.¹²
Reconsidering them is essential to maximizing American oil and gas production.
“Reconsideration of multiple National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants”
These EPA regulations impose costly emission controls on industries like iron and steel, tire manufacturing, and chemicals.¹³
Reconsidering them is crucial for unleashing American manufacturing.
“Reconsideration of mandatory Greenhouse Gas Reporting Program”
This Biden program demands pointlessly detailed emission tracking from emitters of over 25,000 metric tons/year of CO2.¹⁴
Reconsidering it could save productive companies countless wasted millions and hours.
“Working with states and tribes to resolve massive backlog with State Implementation Plans and Tribal Implementation Plans”
These EPA backlogs deprive states of control over their electricity mix.
Resolving them is essential to preserving local grid reliability.
“Redirecting enforcement resources to EPA’s core mission”
The Biden administration used its enforcement power to pressure energy producers into costly settlements.
Recalibrating this is essential to protecting the rule of law and establishing American energy dominance.
“Terminating Biden’s Environmental Justice and DEI arms of the agency”
These Biden initiatives diverted resources from even-handed enforcement of the law to identity-based agendas.¹⁵
Ending them is crucial to restoring the rule of law and ensuring EPA serves all Americans.
BUFFALO CHIP ACTION–You Asked for Them.
You Got Them.
One of the top requested bands is joining the lineup for the 85th Anniversary of the Sturgis Rally!
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Hey, hey, do you wanna see a rockstar?
(How ’bout nine days of them?)
ANOTHER ANNOUNCEMENT DROPS IN ONE WEEK
BAND COMING MARCH 18
HELLRAISER EVENT TO ROCK LOS ANGELES–With only 10 days away the event is creeping around the corner. A lot of time, energy, and money invested into this gig. Politic-ing and non stop phone calls and planning with band managers, builders, artist, photographers, vendors, dancers bar tenders, security and staff…
I’ve had my hands full..trying to tattoo five days a week while organizing and spending mornings and Tuesdays over at the warehouse taking care of buisness. I’m excited, the promotion of the show I’ve been putting out online through instagram is being well received. Our videos and post have been getting a lot of interactions with the scene.
We are aiming to entertain 2-3 thousand people at the show. I leveled it up a bit and got some bigger bands than the last two shows. If all goes well and there’s no drama I believe we will rock the streets. A day to celebrate and honor the one that paved the road, the Bandit. Admire some of the coolest artist around and check out some of the raddest builds in town.
Hellraiser 2 will be the place to be.
VentustyleXfiveballXviciouscycles collab jockey helmet
And new leather western shirt.
Five-Ball Leathers
https://www.dropbox.com/sc/36n73vzhxc71z7z/AABdCObShv830gzg6uUK9oqZa
–Frank Ball Jr.
INCREDIBLE, REUTERS FLIPS ON CLIMATE–The pursuit of net zero carbon emissions has been a resounding failure. Despite trillions of dollars spent on renewable energy, hydrocarbons still account for over 80% of the world’s primary energy and a similar share of recent increases in energy consumption, according to The Energy Institute. Coal, oil and natural gas production are at record highs. Emissions of greenhouse gases continue to rise inexorably. The financial markets were already losing confidence in the energy transition before Donald Trump returned to the White House. A more realistic approach to climate policy is urgently needed.
These are the remarkable opening lines of a recent article by an opinion writer at news agency Reuters! Joanne Nova reacted: “Wow. Just Wow. Trump gets elected and Reuters realizes renewable energy is unrealistic. In a rush, at least one opinion writer at Reuters is suddenly saying all the things skeptics have been saying for years: all the things Reuters has hidden from the world about renewable energy. It is hard to believe, but it’s all there…
Read the full article by Joanne Nova: here
–Clintel Foundation
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LIFESTYLES CYCLES DEAL OF THE WEEK—2019 Harley Davidson FLHTCUTG for Sale
Red • Used Trikes
California Coast, MT. Ranier, Beartooth Higway and everything to the Pocono Mountains and back. Just do it.
Stock# 14463
2019 Harley Davidson FLHTCUTG with only 24,587 miles!
The Tri Glide is great for putting the miles down on extended rides. Plenty of storage and coomfort.
* Wicked Red & Barracuda Silver Factory Paintjob
* 114 Cubic Inch Engine
* 6 Speed Transmission
* LED Headlight
* LED Passing Lamps
* LED Turn Signals w Smoked Lens Covers
* LED Rear Running/Brake & Turn Signals
* LED Tourpack Light
* Tourpack Luggage Rack
* LED Front Fender Tip Light
* CVO Heated Handgrips
* Highway Pegs w Heelrest
* Rider Backrest
* Phone Mount
* Big Ass Chrome Cup Holder
* Passneger Adjustable Armrests
* Passenger Grab Rails
* Dual Flag Mounts
* U.S Flag
This Trike is only $24,995.00
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 92-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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Lifestyle Cycles is located at 1510 State College Blvd,Anaheim,CA,92806. Open 7 days a week.
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KLOCK WERKS PANHEAD BUILD FOR DAD–RK’s ’61 Build Breakdown
You know that feeling when you see a bike so well-built, it stops you in your tracks? That’s the S&S ‘61 Panhead Swingarm—more than just a custom build, it’s a tribute to Brian’s father, RK. If you didn’t catch it at Daytona, don’t worry—we’ve got the full breakdown, gallery, and parts list waiting for you.
It’s all available at the Klock Werks website.
STATE OF THE ART FACILITY AVAILABLE–Once Rocky-Mountain Harley-Davidson, this 30,000 square foot dealership with a 3,000 foot mezzanine is now for sale.
Vinnie is selling Rocky Mountain Harley-Davidson building and acres of property in Colorado. He’s also offering the historic dealer signs ahead of the property sale.
“Giving you all a chance to purchase some history before it goes on the market!
“Any interest in Building, please contact me. Hope to be home tomorrow!”
–Vinny
303-570-1535
NEW FROM DIME BAG LEATHERS–I’m sending this one to my grandson to test out. We will report back. Adam can make your holster any size to fit any phone.
One is his wild custom seats rocked the shows in Daytona. “This design was layed out simple but the 45 degree stitching gave it a special detailed look,” Adam Croft.
Contact Dime Bag Leather by calling: 309-262-0345
FANTASTIC NEWS FROM THE EPA--Is that possible?
The EPA just announced it’s challenging the single most destructive regulatory action in US history: the “endangerment finding.”
This bogus “finding” allowed Obama and Biden to ban gas cars, shut down power plants, slow US oil growth, and lock up our limitless natural gas.
Ever wonder why the Biden EPA was able to become an economic dictator, prohibiting most Americans from buying a gas car after 2032 and effectively banning all coal plants and new natural gas plants after 2039?
It started with the Obama EPA’s bogus “endangerment finding.”¹
In 2009, the Obama EPA issued a “finding” that GHGs “endanger both the public health and the public welfare of current and future generations.”
But GHGs mostly come from fossil fuels, which on net had clearly been enhancing health and welfare—and would continue doing so.²
Since human beings began harnessing uniquely cost-effective energy from fossil fuels, human health and welfare have increased dramatically everywhere.
Why? Because the benefits of cheap, reliable energy for billions far outweigh any negative side-effects of fossil fuels.³
Before and since the “endangerment finding,” which is supposedly about reducing climate danger, fossil fuels have on net made us far safer from climate danger by creating incredible climate resilience.
That’s why climate disaster deaths have declined 98% over 100 years!⁴
In considering whether fossil fuels’ GHGs “endanger” us and thus should be restricted, EPA should have considered
1. Overall benefits of fossil fuels
2. Climate resilience benefits of fossil fuels
3. Both positive and negative climate impacts of GHGs
EPA failed on all 3 counts.
The “endangerment finding” was particularly inane because it concluded that the US restricting US GHG emissions would accomplish anything globally—when in fact all it accomplished was harming us and offshoring industry to China, which now has 300+ new coal plants in the pipeline!⁵
By falsely claiming that fossil fuels “endanger” human health, welfare, and climate safety when they were—and have continued to be—a net benefit, EPA has justified giving itself totalitarian powers that, if not stopped, will crater the US economy.
Drawing on its bogus “endangerment” finding, the Biden EPA passed GHG rules that effectively ban all coal plants and new natural gas plants—by requiring them to capture at least 90% of GHGs, which no plant has ever done at all, let alone cost-effectively.
Drawing on its bogus “endangerment” finding, the Biden EPA passed “fuel economy standards” that would prevent more than 50% of Americans from buying a gasoline-powered vehicle after 2032—a complete violation of American freedom.⁶
Drawing on the bogus “endangerment” finding, the Biden EPA and administration as a whole waged a “whole of government” war on fossil fuels that, if not reversed, will crater our entire economy—which has no near-term replacement for fossil fuels.⁷
The Trump administration, especially EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin, will be attacked relentlessly for challenging the bogus “endangerment finding”—but they should be praised for being willing to take on the most destructive regulatory action in American history.
Questions about this article? Ask AlexAI, my chatbot for energy and climate answers:
–Alex Epstein
NORTHERN TOOL & EQUIPMENT– Empowers Future Tradeswomen at Sons of Speed
A group of 50 female high school students receive hands-on experience at the racetrack
A group of 50 female high school students from Volusia County’s Career & Technical Education (CTE) programs got hands-on experience in the trades at the Sons of Speed vintage motorcycle race. The event was part of Northern Tool + Equipment’s Tools for the Trades™ program, designed to fuel a growing interest in trade careers. The group was guided by female professionals already working in the field.
“Having a group of young women that are passionate about the trades brought an awesome and hopeful energy to the track this weekend,” says Billy Lane, Sons of Speed Founder.
Students learned from four women thriving in various, in-demand trade careers:
Jody Perewitz: World-class custom painter, land-speed record holder and vintage motorcycle racer.
Shelly Rossmeyer Pepe: Former Harley-Davidson dealership owner and general manager.
Marilyn Stemp: Writer, editor & photographer specializing in motorcycle industry media.
Dystany Spurlock: Female over-the-road truck driver who also races in NHRA events on weekends.
“I know the importance of breaking barriers in male-dominated industries,” says Spurlock. “This event proves women belong in any field they choose.”
“Giving these young women the chance to see the trades and motorcycle racing up close demonstrates that no industry is off-limits,” says Perewitz.
The Tools for the Trades™ program launched in 2021 and addresses the nationwide shortage of skilled tradespeople. The program provides students and educators with access to professional-grade tools and equipment and unique learning opportunities, like track days at Sons of Speed.
“We’re proud to support opportunities that inspire and equip the next generation of tradespeople to build lasting careers,” says Wade Kotula, CEO of Northern Tool + Equipment.
WE HAVE BELTS–At American Prime
All the horse power in the world will do ya no go without good primary & secondary power transmission. That means reliable, durable belts and a good clutch (That’s another email).
APM has Primary Drive Belts in 8, 11, and 14mm, Kevlar or Fiberglass cord, with many of the impossible-to-get belts that no one else seems to have. APM has Final Drive Belts in 24mm (used on current manufacture Harleys), 1.125″, & 1.50″ wide with Carbon Fiber Cord which is stronger than kevlar and in a myriad of different tooth counts.
Look no further Ladies & Gentlemen! APM has the Belts, and not just any belts, but the original manufacturer of the HD original equipment belt, Gates Rubber. Beware of paying less somewhere else for a similar belt cause being stuck on the side of a lonesome desert road just ain’t no fun!
You just can’t go wrong with APM!
Here are a few examples, but visit our web site for all the sizes available…
YAMAHA FOR SALE–Attached, you’ll find pictures of the instrument for reference. Yamaha Baby Grand Piano GC1 model The dimension is “161cm by 149cm”.
Please feel free to post it, Interested individuals can contact me via email at swblazwich@outlook.com for further details.
The Yamaha Baby Grand Piano GC1 model used to be owned and played by my husband who passed away last year, the dimension is “161cm by 149cm”. It was last tuned two months ago. She’s about 3 years old and in an impeccable condition.
I’m relocating to France next two weeks, and I don’t think my husband will be happy if I sell this piano, so I’m hoping to give it out to someone who is a passionate lover of the instrument, I wasn’t going to leave it alone in an empty house.
The piano is currently stored in a climate-controlled facility in Little Rock, Arkansas, with the movers handling the relocation of my belongings. If you’d like to arrange for delivery, I can provide you with their contact details. They offer reasonable rates, but please note that I will not be covering the cost of delivery.
I look forward to your reply.
Thank you for helping to spread the word!
–Sharon
swblazwich@outlook.com
GUN NUT REPORT–South Dakota Gun-Free Zone Repeal Heads to Governor’s Desk
On Wednesday, March 11th, House Bill 1218 received final passage and will now be transmitted to Governor Larry Rhoden’s desk for his signature. House Bill 1218 prohibits political subdivisions from restricting concealed carry on properties they own or lease for employees, officers, and volunteers, and repeals gun-free zones at eateries and establishments that serve alcohol.
Please contact Governor Rhoden’s office by using the TAKE ACTION button below and urge him to SIGN HB 1218.
–NRA
MARYLAND CONSIDERS TOTAL BAN OF PFAS PRODUCTS–
A bill in Maryland proposes to prohibit manufacturing, selling, or distributing consumer products that contain PFAS chemicals beginning on July 1, 2026. House Bill 1112, currently making its way through General Assembly committees, would also establish “time limits for bringing an action for wrongful death or personal injury concerning exposure of a person to PFAS chemicals….”
The latest version of the bill reads:
“IF EXPOSURE TO PFAS CHEMICALS WAS A CAUSE OF A PERSON’S DEATH, AN ACTION UNDER THIS SECTION SHALL BE FILED WITHIN THE EARLIER OF: 10 YEARS OF THE DATE OF DEATH; OR 3 YEARS OF THE DATE WHEN THE CAUSE OF DEATH WAS DISCOVERED. This paragraph applies only to a wrongful death cause of action arising from conduct that would constitute a criminal homicide under State or federal law.”
“As drafted, the Maryland bill would be disastrous for powersports sales roughly a year from now,” said Scott Schloegel, MIC Senior Vice President of Government Relations. “A wide range of powersports products contain PFAS chemicals, found in or used to produce products such as riding gear, vehicle components resistant to heat, fuel, and chemicals, as well as semiconductors and chrome plating. In many of those products, PFAS is a currently unavoidable use. House Bill 1112 would mean an end to sales for all manner of products inside Maryland dealerships.”
“We are working with coalition partners to educate Maryland legislators and hopefully minimize the impact on the powersports industry,” Schloegel said. “This could be excluding powersports products from the bill or inserting safe-harbor provisions for the products that are already in inventory, or significantly extending any implementation dates.”
Maryland is not the only state where the powersports industry faces new challenges. New PFAS chemical regulations began on January 1 in California and Minnesota. In the Golden State, outdoor apparel designed for severe wet conditions and containing PFAS must be accompanied by a disclosure statement. In the Land of 10,000 Lakes, powersports products – from vehicles to riding gear designed for children under 12 – containing intentionally added PFAS chemicals are banned from sale or distribution.
–MIC
JASMINE CAIN CALLED, “WE SOLD OUT!!”
I can’t believe that we completely sold out of CD’s! It’s a good problem to have, but still slightly a problem. The new shipment was ordered and we are waiting for them to arrive, so if you’ve signed up for street team and added a CD to your order, just know that they will be here soon and you’ll have it as soon as I get them here. If you were on the fence about ordering a CD, this is your sign that these are hot! hot! hot! Grab one now before they sell out again! Grab yours here!
–Jasmine Cain
NEW FROM S&S–Introducing the 2024 Championship Edition Qualifier 2-1 Exhaust System for Indian Touring Models
Inspired by our King of the Baggers racing efforts, the Qualifier is a two into one exhaust designed to make power. Limited to just 100 units, our Champion Edition Qualifier 2-1 Exhaust is the perfect way to show your support of Indian Motorcycle Racing, and the 2024 King of the Baggers Champion Troy Herfoss!
Give your Indian Touring model a unique look and let everyone know that you are proud to ride the same bike as the 2024 King of the Baggers Champion, Troy Herfoss with this limited edition exhaust! Available in Brushed Stainless and Guardian Black finishes, with full heat shields on both the front and rear headers, and the stainless steel stepped headers that the Made in the USA Qualifier is loved for. This special edition also comes with a custom Champion badge, custom Champion Display Sign, and a Hero Card signed by Troy Herfoss himself!
These exhausts fit 2020-2025 Indian Challenger, 2022-2025 Pursuit Models, and 2025 Chieftain PowerPlus and Roadmaster PowerPlus Models.
Brushed Stainless Steel Version – Part Number 550-1157
Guardian Black Version – Part Number 550-1158
Check them out at www.SSCycle.com or your favorite local dealer to get your hands on these today!
LATEST FROM DANIAL JAMES–These two pieces will be featured in the 5-Ball Shop and the Emporium, when the remodeling process is handled.
“I’m often asked why I paint pet portraits when there are so many online digital art options for people,” Danial said. “The simple answer is, personalization. It’s easy to find a lookalike image online, but it’s not actually exactly like your own pet. As an artist, I can create a painting of your pet that is undeniably your pet.”
From the Owner
His name is Dublin, which comes from the day that he was adopted/rescued… St. Patrick’s Day. If you find it appropriate to include a clover or something along that line, that could be fun. His dog tag has a clover on one side.
I don’t know that he has a favorite toy, per se. But I have purchased him a number of duck toys that he seems to have really enjoyed. One of them is made by Orvis and I’m including two pictures of him with that toy.
He loves watching the world go by from his dog bed in the house. He loves going for very long walks and gets pretty annoyed if he doesn’t get enough exercise. He has a very gentle/passive personality… and only really barks if you are late to feed him ha. Speaking of which, he has a bit of a refined pallet and prefers things like sweet potatoes and salmon over anything that a dog food manufacturer will offer.
If you would like to commission Danial to paint a photo of your pet, reach out to him directly: DanialJamesfineart@gmail.com
Here’s a cool piece from Deadwood a few years back. It’s available in several forms.
Sheriff and the Kid Prices:
Tin sign: $35.00, 18 by 14 inches
Unframed Canvas print: $795.00, 24 by 36 inches
Framed Canvas Print: $1095.00 24 by 36 inches.
Check out our shop at: 5-BallGarage.com
–Bandit
HARLEY-DAVIDSON NIGHTSTER MODEL NOW AVAILABLE FOR UNDER $10,000–Dynamic Performance and Authentic Harley-Davidson Style, Now More Attainable Than Ever
Harley-Davidson today announced new lower pricing for the agile and exciting 2025 Nightster motorcycle. The Nightster model is now available at authorized Harley-Davidson dealers starting at $9,999* MSRP in the base Billiard Gray color, making the authentic Harley-Davidson riding experience more attainable than ever.
The Nightster model is lean and powerful, with a 27-inch seat height, low center of gravity and narrow profile, easy for new and experienced riders to handle with confidence and place feet down flat at a stop. The liquid-cooled Revolution Max 975T V-Twin engine is tuned to produce strong low-end torque, the kind of real-world power that delivers an exhilarating rush of acceleration through urban traffic and out of backroad corners. Standard equipment includes cast aluminum wheels, LED lighting, premium Brembo braking components, selectable Road, Rain, and Sport ride modes, and rider safety enhancements, including anti-lock brakes and traction control. The Nightster model combines modern performance and technology with a classic Harley-Davidson silhouette and aggressive blacked-out styling.
Nightster motorcycle customers that have completed the Harley-Davidson Riding Academy Course or another approved accredited course are eligible for the Rider Training Graduates 5.99% APR** financing offer through Harley-Davidson Financial Services if the motorcycle is purchased within 180 days of course completion. See an authorized Harley-Davidson dealer for full details.
*Prices listed are the Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Prices for base models. Options such as color are available at additional cost. Prices exclude tax, title, licensing, registration fees, destination charges, surcharges (attributable to raw materials costs in the product supply chain), added accessories, and additional dealer charges, if any, and are subject to change. Harley-Davidson reimburses dealers for performing manufacturer-specified pre-delivery inspection and setup tasks. Dealer prices may vary.
THIS JUST IN–During a phone conversation a guy asked me what I did before magazines and writing. Sure, I worked in a machine shop and in a bike shop when I went to Long Beach City College. Otherwise I’ve been writing my way through this wild life. He pointed out how difficult it is to feed yourself and your motorcycle habit by writing for 55 years. That sorta blew me away. I had never considered it before. I was too busy writing another story…
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The Redhead needs to roll over to TNT body shop and pick up the Salt Torpedo tank with art by Tim Peterson of Flat Earth Art Company in Spearfish. We need to put the engine back together and align the trike. Not sure we’ll take it back to Bonneville, but we need it running for the next Sturgis Parade…
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