Hey,
Here we go. This is one of those days. I’m not sure where to start. I’m excited and tenuous. This year put me in the middle of a whirlwind. I was attempting to finish my most recent book. It’s a crossroads endeavor. I want it to be the best book I ever wrote,
‘cause it might be my last.
Our 1923 building came under fire and yesterday we had another meeting with Building and Safety. We proposed a couple of fixes and rewriting a bad permit. Our presentation was packed with data, and the guy we met with hadn’t read any of it. After six months, we are rewriting the plan once more.
We’ve done a lot for Bikernet, our readers, and our sponsors. We feel we provide a terrific service, but one element has tortured me for a couple of years and we need to fix it. I’ve kept my eyes wide open for solutions. We have received comments and suggestions from lots of folks and experts. The Internet is still a new and ever-changing platform.
I’m anxious to make some very positive changes. Hell, I want the site to be mobile friendly today, and there are a handful of other alterations I would like finished next week. We now have a plan and it’s moving forward. Hang on!
The challenges keep coming, and goddammit we will report on the progress behind each one. Maybe it’s a year of challenges for Bikernet, the USA, the World and the Earth. Let’s see who steps up.
Let’s hit the news. Our Bikernet Weekly new is proudly sponsored by Cycle Source Magazine, Iron Trader, and ChopperTown.
THE TRIKING VIKING SENT ON ASSIGNMENT, THE TEMPLE TOURS–
As a motorcyclist, the freeway traffic is last place you want to be is stuck in So-Cal. So where do Southern Californians get away from Southern Californians? Idyllwild of course. Smack dab in the middle of a 120-mile radius is this motorcycling sweet spot.
Idyllwild is nestled high atop Mt. San Jacinto only two hours away from L.A. or San Diego. Idyllwild has no ski lifts, no Holiday Inns, Carl’s Jr. or even Starbucks, no attractions whatsoever. No reason for pesky tourists to clog these magnificent mountain roads. It’s the perfect destination to let the high rpm of city stress unwind, Zen out and just idle a while.
Read the whole story on Bikernet Baggers:
http://www.bikernetbaggers.com/pages/Temple_Tour_Part_6_Idyllwild_CA.aspx
QUICK, OPEN THE BIKERNET BAD JOKE LIBRARY–
A blonde & her husband are lying in bed listening to the next door neighbor’s dog. It has been in the backyard barking for hours & hours. The blonde jumps up out of bed and says, “I’ve had enough
of this”. She goes downstairs.
The blonde finally comes back up to bed and her husband says, “The dog is still barking, what have you been doing?”
The blonde says, “I put the dog in our backyard… let’s see how THEY like it!
–from Sam Burns
LE PERA SEAT OF THE WEEK–
STYLES OF LEPERA, Bare Bones.
Dynas, FXRs, and Dressers have taken center stage recently, but the mainstay is still the Softail. There must be millions roaming the streets, but they have a problem and that’s turning radius, especially if you lower one.
I gotta hand it to the factory, the new Softails look like a million bucks, great lines and clean custom accents. Maybe all the new owner needs is the thinnest production seat from Le Pera to give it a lower profile without messing with the turning radius. Check it out.
Overview
Our thinnest production seat
Slammed to the ground and simply, Bare Bones
Perfect for any style bike: stock or custom
Fitment
All FXST
82-up XL
ALL DYNA
97-UP TOURING
82-94 FXR
RIGID
64-84 FX/FLH
THE LATEST FROM 5-BALL RACING–
5-Ball Leathers’ New Pit Crew Vest—Have you ever been somewhere that’s blistering hot, sorta like working the pits at Bonneville, or setting up your bike for the show at the Smoke Out. It’s not the place for a big heavy leather vest, but what’s a poor rebel to do when he’s traveling, needs pockets and needs some road protection. There’s the code behind our new light, airy 5-Ball Pit Crew Vest.
“Our 5-Ball Leathers’ New Pit Crew Vest is made from light, and boot tough Ballistic Nylon. I designed it as my personal go-to vest when I’m out in the hot field working on stories or helping in the pits. “
-Bandit
This vest comes with buffalo leather accents, two deep gun carry pockets (or for phone, cameras or tools), several outside pockets, and our exclusive Bandit media pocket located on the inside at the upper back. It allows you to carry your favorite magazine, or your court file, if you’ll be standing in front of a judge.
Check it out.
JIMS TOOL OF THE WEEK– JIMS No. 977 Touring Model Steering Head Stem Nut Wrench.
The steering head stem nut on touring models is not easily accessible with the radio package or storage box in the way. JIMS has a special tool to save time when adjusting the steering head bearings on FL models.
This tool has a 1-1/2-inch 12 point box end with special bends to access the stem nut while clearing the radio. The opposite end has a ½-inch square drive for a torque wrench or breaker bar.
Driving the stem nut without having to remove the radio package or storage box can save about 45 minutes for an experienced technician.
JIMS No. 977 Touring Model Steering Head Stem Nut Wrench is made in the USA, features JIMS lifetime tool warranty, and has an MSRP of $51.55.
Use on 1996-2013 FLHT and 1994-2013 FLHR models.
BANDIT’S CANTINA BRINGS YOU WILLIES COM–
Thursday in Daytona has always had one very consistent outstanding old school bike show, and it is Willies Tropical Tattoo Bike Show. I never miss it & neither should you.
Some of the most imaginative bikes created show up for this event. Handmade only begins to explain the feeling. The building is surrounded, and I mean that literally, buy builders, music, food, beer, and coolness of all sorts. Check out some pics in the Bikernet Cantina! Enjoy.
–Jack MCINTYRE
PHOTOGRAPHER
All Knowing Co-Editor of Bandit’s Cantina
BIKERNET.COM
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WHO IS FIGHTING FOR FREEDOM–
ROGUE, WHAT ASSOCIATION IN DC KEEPS TRACK OF THESE EPA AND DOT OLD AND NEW REQUIREMENTS. THEY ARE NOT DOING THEIR JOB WELL OR WE COULD CUT OFF THESE ATTACKS BEFORE THEY OCCUR.
–DRJ
Here is a link to a Bikernet story: http://www.bikernet.com/pages/story_detail.aspx?id=12818
I thought you might be interested in this on the first page.–Rogue
No one is stepping up because the motorcycle rights organizations that are supposed to be handling these things are not and or when they do they are doing a poor job YET they continue to collect money and get paid.
Many of them have become friends of the politicians and are benefiting themselves and not the majority.
The businesses this affects are doing little or nothing but trying to survive, and the average motorcycle rider is not in a position to do anything, other than write their legislator and complain.
Doing the same thing over and over the same way is not going to get different results.
There are people who I believe can make things better and eventually solve the problem. But they will need money, most do not have enough of their own and no one is giving them expense money.
Need to start off hiring someone to monitor (watch dog) agencies like the EPA and then media sources need to promote them. The more people know the more they will get involved.
I know you have said you do not like politics, well none of us do, but the Government is out of control and continues to get worse. Those who have been fighting them need help.
People can get off their ass and get involved or just let it get worse and live with it.
–from Rogue
A low-profile dash will do a lot to improve the look of your stock tank. Upgrade your tank’s console with a Klock Werks Curvaceous Kustom Metal Dash. Klock Werks makes a chrome ignition switch cover that compliments the dash perfectly. This custom pairing provides a clean, stretched look, for a fraction of the cost.
“The Curvaceous Dash is a beautiful piece. Its simple, yet elegant styling flows perfectly with the shape of Harley’s touring tank. It looks great painted, and it looks even sexier when its chromed! The dash is remarkably sturdy. I’m certain Klock Werks could have gotten away with using a thinner piece of steel, aluminum, or even decided to use ABS plastic or fiberglass–but they didn’t. That’s just how Klock Werks gets down–quality, quality, quality. (The Bagger Blog)”
The Curvaceous Kustom Metal Dash by Klock Werks is made in the USA from 16-gauge stamped steel that is laser cut and e-coated to prevent rust and corrosion. The dash is available in a variety of lengths to accommodate different seat styles- two lengths (short and long) for ‘08 and newer baggers (08+ FLHT, FLTR, FLHX and HD FL Trike Models), and in three lengths (short, long, and extended) for ‘97–’07 FLHT, FLTR, FLHX. Low profile vented caps are recommended and sold separately.
Softail riders can achieve a more streamlined look that visually increases the length of the tank without actually stretching it. The Metal Dash for Softail comes as a dash and ignition relocation kit. The kit uses the stock ignition switch and key. The show-chromed ignition mount replaces the obtrusive horn mount (requires horn relocation). Fitments are available for ‘00+ FXST, FLST models (except FXS, FXSTD).
“Fitment of the dash is great. The curve at the base of the dash is perfectly cut to follow the the top of the fuel tank’s curvature. Both mounting points are spot on. Klock Werks Curvaceous Switch Cover is a cool little piece that matches perfectly with the styling of the dash. Its easily the simplest, and cheapest way to make your ignition switch cover look sexy. Do yourself a big favor and go get yourself a Curvaceous Dash and matching ignition cover from Klock Werks. (The Bagger Blog)”
This sleek, ready to paint, steel dash accepts most aftermarket low-profile vented fuel caps. Installation is made simple, and dash trim is included.
Klock Werks always seeks to make parts that look great, make sense, fit right out of the box, and are made of the best quality, right here in the USA. Klock Werks Curvaceous Kustom Metal Dash and vented caps are available online at getklocked.com or through your local Drag Specialties dealer.
For more information please Contact Amber Hiles at amber@kustomcycles.com.
–Amber Hiles
AUSTRALIAN CLUB REPORT- Rebels president forced to close tattoo parlour under Queensland anti-bikie laws
Michael Kosenko, a renowned tattooist, has lost his license after being deemed a security risk under laws that have faced high-level criticism Bikie and tattooist Mick Kosenko Prominent Queensland bikie and tattoo artist, Mick Kosenko, will appeal the decision to close his parlor, saying his workers “don’t deserve what’s happening to them”.
One of Australia’s most prominent tattooists has been barred from the industry under anti-bikie regulations that one client, an Anglican bishop, has described as “abhorrent”.
Michael Kosenko has been stripped of his license and ordered to close his Brisbane store under a tattoo licensing regime that, according to a review for the Queensland government, should be revamped.
Kosenko, the Queensland president of the Rebels motorcycle club, has been told by the Department of Justice licensing unit that he is not a “fit and proper person” and it is not in the public interest to let him continue tattooing.
But the Anglican bishop has spoken in defence of Kosenko, saying the tattooist – whose 30-year career also includes inking a string of international rock stars – was “an artist of significant proportions.”
“He tattooed me and my daughter,” the bishop, who asked not to be named, told Guardian Australia.
“I think this catch-all legislation, guilt by association, is abhorrent.”
While Kosenko has no criminal record, the department acted on an undisclosed ruling by the police commissioner that he is a security risk.
He is preparing to appeal the decision but neither he nor his lawyers will be given access to the “criminal intelligence” the commissioner has relied on nor the chance to contest those allegations.
Analysis Labor talks tough on bikies even while taskforce wants less-draconian stance
Annastacia Palaszczuk is trying hard not to concede what the Wilson report begs, that perhaps not all bikie gang members are organized crime players
Kosenko’s local MP, Palaszczuk government backbencher Nikki Boyd, confirmed the department’s refusal in a phone call on Wednesday night after she contacted the police commissioner, Ian Stewart, and the attorney general, Yvette D’Ath.
Kosenko said Boyd had expressed some sympathy for his position after he wrote to her saying the closure of his Koolsville tattoo studio would put 14 people out of work. Boyd told Kosenko he was one of the last people assessed under the regime introduced by the former LNP government in 2013 – known as the VLAD Act. Kosenko joins 13 other tattooists who were refused licenses out of almost 44,000 applicants as of the end of 2015.
Kosenko, as the head of the United Motorcycle Council, was the public face of bikies’ attempt to fight the former Newman government’s sweeping laws, which a review led by former judge Alan Wilson has recommended for wholesale changes.
A Crime and Corruption Commission report in 2014 said bikie gangs used tattoo parlors to “facilitate” drug dealing and money laundering. Some bikies threatened and extorted other tattoo operators, who did not go to police for fear of retribution, it said.
But the Wilson taskforce report recommended that under tattoo licensing, people should not be refused “solely on the basis that they are alleged to be a participant in a criminal organization”.
It said the “criminal element within (gangs) is often difficult to isolate and identify [and] distinguishing between non-criminal and criminal members is, as a result, complex”.
United Motorcycle Council head, tattooist Michael Kosenko
As the head of the United Motorcycle Council, tattooist Michael Kosenko spearheaded a campaign against Queensland’s anti-bikie laws.
“Licences etc should only be refused or cancelled on the basis that there is evidence specific to the individual which demonstrates that the individual (and not those with whom they associate) is not a suitable person to hold a license, etc,” it said.
The review said tattooists “must have the right to be given reasons for the decision and the opportunity to contest the allegation”, and called for the right to judicial review to be restored.
The recommendations were unanimous, indicating support from Queensland police and police unions. The government is considering its response.
“I’d be happy to sit it out and see what happens with the VLAD laws and sell a bike or something to survive but these guys [my employees] don’t deserve what’s happening to them,” Kosenko told Guardian Australia on Thursday.
“Even if I can’t work, I want everyone there to still make a living. You know, I got one guy needing an operation and two guys with new babies. These guys have got bookings at my shop for three months and all the work they’ve taken deposits for.”
Queensland to dump bikies anti-association laws
Kosenko said he would appeal the ruling in the Queensland civil and administrative tribunal. Police must give their reasons for the “adverse security determination” to the tribunal and withdraw them if they are found to be incorrectly classified as “criminal intelligence”. But they must not be disclosed to any other person and the tribunal’s power to overrule the decision is limited to cases of “jurisdictional error” by the justice department.
Kosenko told Boyd that his tattoo shop “supports 10 local businesses, all of which have offered personal and professional references”.
His rock star friends include Metallica frontman, James Hetfield, and Mötley Crüe’s Nikki Sixx, who once rode Kosenko’s motorcycle on stage during a Brisbane concert.
Kosenko represented Australia at the Tattoo the Earth festival in the US, including as a judge. He also provided the Queensland government with advice on its first tattoo safety legislation.
— Joshua Robertson
jrojourno
Let me get this straight. If a politician is corrupt in Australia, any member of his gang or party should be put out of business. Since being a member of the government “facilitates” corruption.—Bandit
GMA BANDED GRIPS FROM BDL–
GMA, has just introduced this new grip collection that provides great custom looks and comfortable, confident rider “feel” to any Bagger, Cruiser, Street Fighter or Chopper.
CNC machined for positive finger placement the new grips are fit with three durable rubber style bands which produce the unique appearance and exceptional grip.
Additionally, each GMA throttle grip is manufactured with integral throttle pipe for installation convenience and quick precision operation.
GMA Banded Grips are offered in any of three finishes including: Black #RBHG-1B $101.50 pr, Chrome #RBHG-1C $101.50 pr, and Polished #RBHG-1P $72.00 per pair.
To order or for additional details visit GMA at www.beltdrives.com
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RoadRace Factory: A New Season, A New Class, Mixed Results
Superbike rider Jake Gagne finishes on the podium in race one at Road Atlanta.
Yamaha-mounted Broaster Chicken/RoadRace Factory rider Jake Gagne raced wheel to wheel at Road Atlanta with Aprilia HSBK Racing’s Claudio Corti and led the former MotoGP pilot across the finish line.
Coming off what was perhaps the most challenging weekend of Jake Gagne’s motorcycle road-racing career, the RoadRace Factory team arrived at Road Atlanta for round two of the MotoAmerica season with reserved confidence. The short interval between the rounds didn’t allow for much work on the bike to really resolve the issues that presented themselves at COTA. The team knew the work ahead of them was going to be daunting but, if anything, this two-time championship crew was positive that they could find a way forward.
Arriving at Road Atlanta, the series as a whole was wondering what the weather would do. Would it be a bright, beautiful day or would the rain that plagued the races last year return? There was a lot of renewed interest in the series after a successful round one and the last thing anyone wanted was depleted ticket sales due to rain. As luck would have it, there was a 20 percent increase in ticket sales heading into Thursday, and when the weather decided to play nice, the crowds that were in attendance were the largest we’ve observed since we began racing back in 2011.
Since attending the Trailblazers Banquet and learning about Wayne Rainy’s history we made an editorial shift. Wayne took Superbike racing from the AMA a few years ago and started MotoAmerica Superbike Racing. We don’t know shit about it, but it’s the big dog of motorcycle racing along side Bonneville, so we want to learn about it follow it, and support Wayne’s efforts. I’m digging around to find the story behind MotoAmerica to share with our readers. We need to get up to speed…–Bandit
George The Painter Rolls with 5-Ball Leathers’ Special Ops Vest– George the Painter (GTP) has been sharing his insights and exposing hypocrisy in the pages of The Horse Backstreet Choppers magazine as a staff writer and illustrator for over a decade. GTP had this to say when his new 5-Ball special ops vest arrived.
“Got me a Special Ops vest from 5-Ball Leathers and I couldn’t be happier. No more worrying about concealed carry anymore. These vests have pockets for everything and two convenient places for guns! In a word, awesome. Thanks guys!”
The 13-pocket vest delivers secure storage and comes with heavy duty gun metal grey zipper front, bound leather neck trim and double needle seam construction.
Details at http://5ballracinggarage.com/product/special-ops-vest/
THEY ARE WATCHING YOU– Government eyes are watching you. They see your every move: what you read, how much you spend, where you go, with whom you interact, when you wake up in the morning, what you’re watching on television and reading on the internet.
Every move you make is being monitored, mined for data, crunched, and tabulated in order to form a picture of who you are, what makes you tick, and how best to control you when and if it becomes necessary to bring you in line.
Simply by liking or sharing this article on Facebook or retweeting it on Twitter, you’re most likely flagging yourself as a potential renegade, revolutionary or anti-government extremist—a.k.a. terrorist.
Yet whether or not you like or share this particular article, simply by reading it or any other articles related to government wrongdoing, surveillance, police misconduct or civil liberties is enough to get you categorized as a particular kind of person with particular kinds of interests that reflect a particular kind of mindset that might just lead you to engage in a particular kinds of activities.
Chances are, as the Washington Post reports, you have already been assigned a color-coded threat score—green, yellow or red—so police are forewarned about your potential inclination to be a troublemaker depending on whether you’ve had a career in the military, posted a comment perceived as threatening on Facebook, suffer from a particular medical condition, or know someone who knows someone who might have committed a crime.
In other words, you might already be flagged as potentially anti-government in a government database somewhere—Main Core, for example—that identifies and tracks individuals who aren’t inclined to march in lockstep to the police state’s dictates.
The government has the know-how.
As The Intercept recently reported, the FBI, CIA, NSA and other government agencies are increasingly investing in and relying on corporate surveillance technologies that can mine constitutionally protected speech on social media platforms such as Facebook, Twitter and Instagram in order to identify potential extremists and predict who might engage in future acts of anti-government behavior.
Now all it needs is the data, which more than 90% of young adults and 65% of American adults are happy to provide.
When the government sees all and knows all and has an abundance of laws to render even the most seemingly upstanding citizen a criminal and lawbreaker, then the old adage that you’ve got nothing to worry about if you’ve got nothing to hide no longer applies.
We now find ourselves in the unenviable position of being monitored, managed and controlled by our technology, which answers not to us but to our government and corporate rulers.
Consider that on any given day, the average American going about his daily business will be monitored, surveilled, spied on and tracked in more than 20 different ways, by both government and corporate eyes and ears. As I point out in my book Battlefield America: The War on the American People, this doesn’t even begin to touch on the corporate trackers that monitor your purchases, web browsing, Facebook posts and other activities taking place in the cyber sphere.
For example, police have been using Stingray devices mounted on their cruisers to intercept cell phone calls and text messages without court-issued search warrants.
Doppler radar devices, which can detect human breathing and movement within a home, are already being employed by the police to deliver arrest warrants and are being challenged in court.
License plate readers, made possible through funding by the Department of Homeland Security, can record up to 1800 license plates per minute. Moreover, these surveillance cameras can also photograph those inside a moving car. The Drug Enforcement Administration has been using the cameras in conjunction with facial recognition software to build a “vehicle surveillance database” of the nation’s cars, drivers and passengers.
Sidewalk and “public space” cameras are blanketing small and large towns alike with government-funded and monitored surveillance cameras. It’s all part of a public-private partnership that gives government officials access to all manner of surveillance cameras, on sidewalks, on buildings, on buses, even those installed on private property.
Couple these surveillance cameras with facial recognition and behavior-sensing technology and you have the makings of “pre-crime” cameras, which scan your mannerisms, compare you to pre-set parameters for “normal” behavior, and alert the police if you trigger any computerized alarms as being “suspicious.”
State and federal law enforcement agencies are pushing to expand their biometric and DNA databases by requiring that anyone accused of a misdemeanor have their DNA collected and catalogued. However, technology is already available that allows the government to collect biometrics such as fingerprints from a distance, without a person’s cooperation or knowledge. One system can actually scan and identify a fingerprint from nearly 20 feet away…
There is no gray area any longer.
(Reproduced with permission. The unabridged version of this commentary appears here.)
–By John W. Whitehead, President, The Rutherford Institute
John W. Whitehead is president of The Rutherford Institute, a nonprofit civil liberties organization based in Virginia that is committed to protecting the constitutional freedoms of every American and the integral human rights of all people through its extensive legal and educational programs. The Institute provides its legal services at no charge to those whose constitutional and human rights have been threatened or violated.
THE CALIFORNIA BOLT REPORT–
The CHP is 100% for lane splitting/sharing. They (CHP) really do not believe we need a law. We gave them (CHP, Quirk and I believe OTS) every report out there, including the the European report.
This report mathematically shows how lane sharing increases traffic flow. It is widely encouraged and accepted throughout Europe. AB51 is typical California; it is simply about control and revenue. If you want more detailed information, I can refer you the BOLT member who is really more “hands on” then I am. One of the groups fighting against this is Bay Area Riders Foundation (BARF); at least they were against it. I will check with Bobby to see if their position has changed.
An awareness campaign was sort of the idea behind the CHP guidelines. It is a good idea, but I think being attacked by this new law knocked the wind out of a lot of folks directly involved. Everybody supported the CHP guidelines. I will check with Bobby to see where we stand on education and battling this new stupid law.
–Mac Bolt
Watch for more info in Special Reports on Bikernet.—Bandit
SADDLEMEN PRODUCT OF THE WEEK—
Desperado Tank Chaps
Looks great on any tank whether used alone or with matching Saddlemen seats and accessories.
Classic styling with antique-style concho, leather ties and plated metal studs.
Easily installed using the leather laces provided.
Made in the U.S.A.
Harley-Davidson Models Part-Number Suggested Retail
66-84 FX/FL Low Rider
and Sturgis models 7610 $59.95
00-12 FXST, FLST (except 09-12
FLSTC, FLSTSB, 00-07 FXSTD) 7C10 $58.95
84-99 FXST, FLST 7810 $58.95
91-03 Dyna Superglide and
Convertible w/ low dash 7010 $58.95
82-03 XL models
w/ 2.25-gal. tanks 7210X $59.95
96-03 1200 XL, 97-03 883 XL
w/ 3.3-gal. tanks 7A10 $58.95
82-95 1200 XL models
w/ 3.2-gal. tanks
WORKSHOP NATION NEWSLETTER— Coolest shop of the week.
2015 was a very good year for Tony Prust of Analog Motorcycles and Analog Motor Goods out of Gurnee, IL. As Analog’s owner, creator and builder, Tony capped off his 7th year in business with the christening of a new work space; a new gallery; a new home-base for his self-named “land of forgotten toys”.
“Although we work with all makes and models of motorcycles from BMW and BSA, to Yamaha and Zundapp, we specialize in the unloved orphans. The ‘land of forgotten toys’ is our asylum, the misfits are the residents and we are the surgeons,” Prust explained.
Prust brought a skill set from past careers, his vivid imagination, and a desire to create to the motorcycle world. “My approach to design is simple – lighten it up, clean it up and fire it up.”
The same could be said for his workshop design and aesthetic. The building’s stark but refined brick exterior hides the inner workings of this bustling workshop. Just open the front door and you will find yourself in the “pre-op” area. Customer bikes and donor bikes awaiting their “turn on the surgery table” are housed here.
From the front foyer a second set of doors hide the true workspace, a place where Prust says “the magic happens.” This immense space houses multiple bikes in various stages of customization and repair, a machining and tool area, a trophy wall and what Prust calls a “dirty room” (and it is not what you’re thinking) — a room where sandblasters, polishers, buffers and sanders are housed and operated.
This place goes beyond the traditional toolboxes and bike stands – it has a cool factor that is unparalleled.
Enough of the talk – instead of reading a description of this place I am sure you want to SEE the Analog Motorcycles workshop.
Go to the Workshop Nation and check the video.
THE STEALTH DOCTRINE–
I usually don’t do poker runs these days, but I decided to attend one this past Sunday. When I got to the sign-up point there were a few riders standing around and I knew a couple of them. So I went over and shook hands and the conversation started.
I was on my Dyna Fatbob and these guys were on baggers with the huge front wheels, yeah the ones that look like kids BIG Wheels back in the day. All the conversations consisted of was how many speakers each of them had, and how big the front wheels were. Then is shifted to who had GPS and phone chargers and who had the ugliest paint job, but they did not see their’s as ugly? The bike contained everything from hi-lighter green to blinding orange?
Then, all of a sudden, I realized why I don’t do these runs anymore. I HAVE NOTHING IN COMMON with these new riders! You see I did not call them “BIKERS” and there is a reason for that! I remember when we used to talk about carbs, cams, pipes, etc. Times have changed and I am glad I have my memories of those good old days!
–Stealth
BIKERNET INVESTING UPDATE– I always find it interesting how the two move in synch but about $50 apart.
Just glad I’ve got Polaris stock instead of H-D!
–Paul Aiken
Owner
Aeromach USA, LLC
10015 Metromont Ind. Blvd, Ste F
Charlotte, NC 28269
800-990-9392 orders
704-599-1333 office
www.aeromach.net
www.highwayhawk.us
www.linkedin.com/in/paulaiken
Highway Hawk is a product of Motolux
AMD REPORTS FROM THE ONLY V-TWIN INDUSTRY SHOW IN CINCINNATI—
TWIN POWER: The Twin Power brand was first established as a line of high-quality replacement motor parts by Jim Thompson, Charlie Hadayia Sr. and others for NEMPCO (The New England Motor Parts Company) in 1982. Tucker Rocky went on to buy NEMPCO (in 1992) rebranding it as Biker’s Choice (itself originally a NEMPCO own brand) in 1998.
Fast forward to 2016, and the Twin Power program is now headed up for TR by former S&S Cycle and Baker Drivetrain man James Simonelli – in a curious case of what goes round, comes round, Simonelli was hired for TR by another former S&S Cycle man, no less than Charlie Hadayia Jr., who is now a Senior Brand Segments Director at TR.
With so much industry knowledge behind it, look for the Twin Power line to flourish in the years ahead – first fruit of that experience and a clear marker for the brand’s direction has been the launch of a well received new line of Twin Power lithium-ion batteries and technical components such as replacement primary chains, cam chain tensioner shoes and a 34-tooth compensator eliminator sprocket; www.twinpower-usa.com
RIVERA PRIMO: A slew of new product initiatives in the past 18 months for the Californian manufacturer and distributor and now “new digs” – a move from their long-time Whittier facility to a new 70,000 sq ft warehouse and manufacturing complex at Goleta (Santa Barbara) and corporate headquarters, sales and tech support center at Paramount, near Los Angeles; www.riveraprimoinc.com
List of Top Amateur Racers Continues to Expand for Lucas Oil JuniorMotoX–
Pastrana traveled the country with his family to compete in the top amateur motocross events when he was growing up and went on to become an AMA 125 Motocross and 125 Supercross Champion. Photo Courtesy of Nitro Circus New Smyrna Beach, Florida. April 26, 2016:
The inaugural Lucas Oil JuniorMotoX event is just three weeks away and the list of top racers planning to line up behind the gate continues to grow. The indoor amateur event that will take place at the beautiful Lazy E Arena, just a little North of Oklahoma City will feature a fun track, with amazing dirt and focus exclusively on riders 18 an under.
The Lucas Oil JuniorMotoX will also include a live webcast on LucasOilRacing.TV and TV feature on MAVTV. Below is a list of some of the top racers that have confirmed their participation:
* Jett Reynolds
* Jarrett Frye
* Max Markolf
* Matthew LeBlanc
* Richard Taylor
* Brock Papi
* Gage Linville
* Wyatt Lyonsmith
* Lance Kobusch
* Bradey Taft
* Caden Braswell
* Joey Crown
* Jordan Bailey
* Preston Masciangelo
* Zach Prokop
* Ty Masterpool
* Jake Masterpool
* Jordan Jarvis
* Richard Jackson
* Kaeden Amerine
* Jaxon Pascal
* Noah Willbrandt
* Crockett Myers
* Ramyler Alves
If you are thinking about racing, you need to sign up ASAP as some classes are filling up.
Check out the latest track map here:
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For the latest Lucas Oil JuniorMotoX information or to register to enter, please visit: www.juniormotox.com
To sign up for the live webcast on LucasOilRacing.TV go to: www.lucasoilracingtv.com.
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THE BIKERNET BAD JOKE LIBRARY ATTACKED BY BLONDES–
A blonde was driving home after a game and got caught in a really bad hailstorm. Her car was covered with dents, so the next day she took it to a repair shop.
The shop owner saw that she was a blonde, so he decided to have some fun… He told her to go home and blow into the tail pipe really hard, and all the dents would pop out.
So, the blonde went home, got down on her hands-and-knees and started blowing into her tailpipe. Nothing happened. So she blew a little harder, and still nothing happened.
Her blonde roommate saw her and asked, ‘What are you doing?’
The first blonde told her how the repairman had instructed her to blow into the
tailpipe in order to get all the dents to pop out.
The roommate rolled her eyes and said, ‘Uh, like hello! You need to roll up the windows first.’
–from Sam Burns
FINDITNOW TO THE RESCUE– Motorcyclist Uses FIN To Successfully Track and Recover Stolen BMW–Atlanta, GA – At 8:03AM on April 20, 2016, the Find It Now theft recovery team received notification of a stolen 2014 BMW S1000RR Motorcycle.
Utilizing the FIN GPS security device installed on the motorcycle at purchase, along with state-of-the-art software and tracking tools, the FIN owner was able to immediately track the stolen motorcycle in real-time.
Promptly after alerting local police, the owner contacted a FIN theft recovery expert, who immediately worked with authorities to provide street-view maps showing the stolen BMW location. The BMW was ultimately found to be parked in an abandoned house approximately 100 feet off the road. Responding deputies arrived on scene with the relieved owner to find the motorcycle inside with minor damage.
Established in 2008, Find It Now USA is a Florida-based, Veteran owned and operated company, specializing in motorcycle and power-sports vehicle theft detection and recovery. Visit FindItNowUSA.com or call 888-811-3883 for more information.
DEALERS WANTED!
Visit FindItNowUSA.com
–Rick Raus
NEW FROM PAUGHCO Z-BARS feature Built In LED Lights– These unique new bars from Paughco will make any bike stand out from the crowd while providing another level of visibility.
Featuring a modified Z-Bar design, each set is fit with super bright 8-bulb LED lights. Each light is fit with a smoked lens with amber bulbs and are pre-fit with 40” long wires. Bars are pre-slotted for internal wiring.
Available in 1-inch and 1 ¼-inch diameters you have your choice of 5, 8, 12 and 16-inch rise and chrome or black finish. One-inch models in 5 and 8-inch rise sell for just $229.95 and the 12 and 16-inch models go for $239.95.
Larger diameter 1 ½-inch LED bars retail for $259.95 in 5 and 8-inch rise and $279.95 with 12 and 16-inch rise.
The LED bars are NOT compatible with throttle- by-wire applications.
Contact Paughco direct at 775-246-5738 or visit them at www.paughco.com
NEW SOUTH CAROLINA PLATES COMING From the MAA–
The bill drafted and submitted by Iron Horse Motorcycle Lawyers, with the gracious help of Senator Ross Turner, approving a specialty plate promoting motorcycle awareness is now law.
They are not available yet at DMV but stay tuned. Soon, my friends, soon. Thank you Meredith Bogardus for designing the plate. A portion of the tag fee goes to the Motorcycle Awareness Alliance for their awesome work promoting motorcycle awareness and safety.
South Carolina Code, Title 56, Chapter 3, Article 133 § 56-3-13310
South Carolina Code 56-3-13310.
“Motorcycle Awareness Alliance” special motor vehicle license plates:
(A) The Department of Motor Vehicles may issue “Motorcycle Awareness Alliance” special motor vehicle license plates to owners of private passenger motor vehicles, as defined in Section 56-3-630, or motorcycles, as defined in Section 56-3-20, registered in their names which may have imprinted on the plate the Motorcycle Awareness Alliance emblem. The Motorcycle Awareness Alliance shall submit to the department for its approval the proposed design it desires to be used for this special license plate. The fee for this special license plate is the regular motor vehicle registration fee contained in Article 5, Chapter 3 of this title and a special motor vehicle license plate fee of thirty dollars. This special license plate must be of the same size and general design of regular motor vehicle license plates. The special license plates must be issued or revalidated for a biennial period which expires twenty-four months from the month the special license plate is issued.
(B) Notwithstanding any other provision of law, from the fees collected pursuant to this section, the Comptroller General shall place sufficient funds into a special restricted account to be used by the Department of Motor Vehicles to defray the expenses of the Department of Motor Vehicles in producing and administering the special license plates. The remaining funds collected from the special motor vehicle license plate fee must be distributed to the Motorcycle Awareness Alliance for the promotion of motorcycle safety, education and awareness programs and deposited into an appropriate nonprofit account designated by the Motorcycle Awareness Alliance.
(C) The guidelines for the production of a special license plate under this section must meet the requirements of Section 56-3-8100.
(D) If the department receives less than three hundred biennial applications and renewals for a particular special license plate authorized under this section, it shall not produce additional special license plates in that series. The department shall continue to issue special license plates of that series until the existing inventory is exhausted.
–from Rogue
LOVE JUGS KEEP EXPANDING– in the U.S.A and Abroad, Adding two More International Distributors
Jeff Vander Zalm-President
Konquer Distributing Delray Beach, FL – Love Jugs, the World’s Most Powerful Cooling System for V-Twin motorcycle engines is taking the world market by storm. The buzz about Love Jugs gets louder and more wide-spread by the day as more owners rave about their Love Jugs performance and more of the motorcycle media sing the product’s praises.
Everyone with a V-Twin engine experiences overheating on their motorcycles to some extent. Harley-Davidson owners, in particular, are in the forefront of the company’s fans because they now have a way to keep their bikes running cool, even under the most extreme conditions.
The new LJ Cool Masters drop engine temperatures 100 degrees in less than 3.5 minutes as independently tested by “Fix My Hog”. But Love Jug owners will not have such worries because their engines will never get hot as long as their Love Jugs are running. (see the love-jugs.com web site and watch a bike idle for 9 hours with the engine and the oil staying cool throughout.
Because of their great benefits, Love Jugs are being installed all over the world. To satisfy the demand, new international distributors being added in many countries”. Dave Sandel, President of Hammerhead Engineering, Love Jugs parent company, says, “To see my baby born, after over 4 years of exhaustive work in my machine shop, to grow to these international proportions is a great satisfaction to me”.
Tom Woo-Managing Director
Love-Jugs Japan
“Two of our first international distributors came to us by word of mouth as all of our U.S.A. dealers do by hearing about us from happy customers,” said Steve West, CEO of Hammerhead. “Tom Woo, Managing Director of Love Jugs Japan contacted me after he bought and tried a set of our Love Jugs and he immediately wanted to be the distributor in Japan. Tom has been selling Love Jugs for less than a year and we are pleased to be working together” West concluded.
Mr. Woo happily opines that,” Love Jugs sales just keep happening. Here in the Pacific Region it gets quite hot and humid which causes a lot of bikes to break down due to overheating. Not with Love Jugs…the bikes are running much cooler and I’ve even seen some other types of bikes where they adapted Love Jugs because they work so well”, concluded Mr. Woo. Love Jugs Japan can be viewed at www.Love-Jugs.JP.
Jeff Vander Zalm, President of Konquer Distributing in Canada has also recently added Love Jugs to his product line and he’s swamped with sales from dealers. Jeff stated, “Love Jugs have been selling fantastic all the way through winter. Everyone is making sure their bikes are in fine shape and as soon as the weather permits, it’s time to ride!”
Vander Zalm said, “It is no secret Harley-Davidson engines can get hot and stay that way during normal day-to-day operation. The engine heat can soar, especially in stop and go traffic, at rallies and during most summertime riding. And that is a big stress for both rider and machine. My company now sells the solution to that problem…Love Jugs! Only Love Jugs has the solution that dramatically reduces the operating temperature of a Harley-Davidson V-Twin. It is simple to install, really looks great and is at a price that is half of what you would expect to pay,” Vander Zalm summed up. Go to http://www.konquer.ca/ to see Jeff’s complete product line.
Say goodbye to the heat and really enjoy your ride – You will LOVE Love Jugs. Buy yours today! All Love Jugs products are available at Love Jugs Authorized Dealers and Distributors, J&P Cycle, Dennis Kirk, and on the company website.
DEALERS: For more information, please contact: Adam at info@love-jugs.com, or visit the website: www.love-jugs.com. Dealers and Distributors are invited to sign up now for a new profitable income stream as well as arguably the most customer-pleasing product you’ve ever handled.
CUSTOMERS: For more info or to place an order please contact Steve West at steve@love-jugs.com.
Visit Our Website…Click Here! Love Jugs is also a sponsor of Bikernet’s 5-Ball Racing Salt Torpedo.
–Rick Raus
MMA CTA: Motorcycle Safety Fund Bill receives “Favorable, Ought to Pass” recommendation
The Massachusetts Motorcycle Association is pleased to announce that MMA-Filed Senate Bill Number 1855, An Act Establishing a Motorcycle Safety Fund, has recently received a “Favorable, Ought to Pass” recommendation from the Joint Committee on Transportation. This recommendation is a very positive step and allows the Bill to move into the Senate Ways and Means Committee for further consideration.
S.1855 basically contains two important issues for motorcyclists: First, it seeks to create a dedicated motorcycle safety fund with quarterly reporting and accountability from the State Treasurer to the Chairman of the MMA. Second, it seeks to rebate a portion (not less than $150.00) of the MREP Basic Rider Course to Junior Riders who successfully complete the course to earn their motorcycle license.
The MMA’s 15th annual “Storm the State House” Legislative Lobbying Day is scheduled for Thursday May 19, 2016, all motorcycle riders are encouraged to personally deliver letters requesting prompt movement of this important Bill to each and every Senate Ways & Means Committee Member and request another “Favorable, Ought to Pass” recommendation. Imagine the impact and impression a coordinated visit from hundreds of leather-clad motorcyclists will have upon our Lawmakers when we boldly, yet respectfully, push for passage of this important motorcycle Bill.
Riders are asked to prepare their letters in advance of the “Storm” and to bring these letters with them. Those who would like some assistance preparing letters are encouraged to contact your MMA Legislative Director, Rick Gleason (LegislativeDirector@MassMotorcycle.org) for ideas. We may have some Form Letters available on the day of the event, but it is always best if your letter expresses your personal view as to why S.1855 is important.
If you are unable to attend the “Storm”, you are still requested to send letters to your State Representative and Senator, asking them to request the Senate Ways and Means Committee release this Bill with a “Favorable, Ought to Pass” recommendation. Contact information for your State Representative and Senator can be found here:
Your MMA reminds you that it is VERY IMPORTANT that letters go out on this issue from as many riders as possible. This is a great opportunity to make your voice heard regarding a Bill that HELPS YOU, the motorcycle riders. If you care about your safety, choice, and freedom to ride here is your chance to voice your concerns,
Whether you believe it or not, our freedom to ride is being attacked on a daily basis. A former Governor completely removed our safety fund from the annual budget, motorcycle only noise ordinances are being proposed constantly in cities and towns across this state, and a host of other issues are being raised almost daily.
Attend your MMA’s “Storm the State House” and let your voice be heard! Sitting back and letting “the other guy” take care of this makes you a part of the problem. So stand up and be part of the solution! Your ride, your choice!
For more information, see www.MassMotorcycle.org or contact LegislativeDirector@MassMotorcycle.org.
LOWBROW TACKLES THE UNIVERSE—With Universal tank brackets. We designed these Gas Tank Adapter Brackets to allow you to fit many different styles of custom motorcycle gas tanks directly to your 1986-2003 Harley-Davidson Sportster as a direct bolt-on. No fabrication necessary! Pick your favorite and get on it.
LAS VEGAS IN LAUGHLIN– See You at the Laughlin River Run
Who’s going to the Laughlin River Run this week? Be sure to stop by the Las Vegas BikeFest Booth located in the Hogs & Heifers Party Pit to win prizes, including passes to the 2016 Las Vegas BikeFest.
REGISTRATION IS OPEN!
Registration for the 2016 Las Vegas BikeFest is NOW OPEN! Sign up today for your Party, Ultimate or VIP Package. Use Promo Code: LVBF12 to save $5.
Check out what is available with each package by CLICKING HERE!
INNOVATION OF THE WEEK–
Don’t Just Store Your Bike…ShowCase it!
Indianapolis, IN – The makers of CarCapsule and Bike Capsule are proud to announce their latest and greatest product, the Indoor Bike ShowCase. This ultra-premium vehicle storage shelter is the next evolution in vehicle protection and uses the technology of the original CarCapsule bubble type covers patented 25 years ago.
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The ShowCase can be referred to as a “touchless” cover since it is designed to never come in contact with your bike. This is made possible by using patented heavy duty PVC inflatable air columns that support over 70-pounds to hold up side access panels that zip closed and seal the vehicle inside.
A front panel, which zips open and rolls up, acts like a door and allows users to simply ride their bike in and out. The genius behind the Indoor ShowCase if the fact that it has an easy set up and is ready for use in 3-4 minutes.
All you need to do is simply attach the 12-volt 150 CFM pressure sensitive air pump to inflate the ShowCase, install the circulating fan and filter, open the door and ride your bike in then close the door and walk away!
Once parked inside and zipped closed, the vehicle is protected on multiple levels. First and most obvious nothing can accidently bump or fall onto whatever is inside.
Secondly the heavy-duty 100-percent nylon zippers prevent scratching and keeps rodents out. Last but not least the ShowCase uses the same proven Evaporative Storage System (E.S.S.) technology from the original CarCapsule which exchanges air inside the ShowCase with filtered outside air 3-5 times every hour. This keeps the temperature inside consistent with the temperature outside and eliminates moisture that could condense on the vehicle. It’s perfect if you live near the sea!
Overall dimensions of the Indoor Bike ShowCase are 108 inches long x 58 inches wide and 72 inches tall. Each side is made of a durable 10 mil, double polished, radio frequency welded Polymerized Vinyl Chloride (PVC) clear windows allowing 360-degree view of the vehicle inside.
The 18 mil Polymerized Vinyl Chloride PVC floor is abrasion, flame, and mildew resistant and virtually impervious to oil, gas and antifreeze. All Indoor Showcases come with everything you need to start protecting your ride including the pump, circulating fan, transformer and filter. They are offered for automobiles, motorcycles or as a solution for most any situation that requires a dust-free, and dry storage shelter. Also available in custom configurations and made to customer specifications.
For further information on the 9′ Indoor Bike ShowCase call them at 219-945-9493 or visit them online at www.CarCapsule.com.
BIKERNET WORLD REPORT– Japan Will Not Take Refugees
Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe: No refugees for Japan
On Tuesday, Japan’s Prime Minister, Shinzo Abe, told the U.N. General Assembly that the country needs to focus on its own challenges before even considering allowing refugees to enter from the Middle East.
Abe announced plans to increase assistance with refugees headed to Europe, but will not allow them to enter Japan, instead choosing to focus on falling birth rates and the aging Japanese population.
He told the media, “I would say that before accepting immigrants or refugees we need to have more activities by women, by elderly people and we must raise (the) birth rate. There are many things that we should do before accepting immigrants.”
He told the media that Japan would provide over $800 million to assist with the mass exodus of refugees that are now making their way to Europe. Despite its incredible donation to assist with the refugees, many have criticized Japan for not allowing these displaced individuals to come to Japan.
Given the xenophobic nature that Japanese people have displayed over the years, what would make anyone think that this country would want to welcome foreigners with open arms? Japan cannot even accept people from China or Korea, so who would expect them to take Middle Easterners in with open arms?
It’s safe to assume that Japan will only be financially assisting with the refugee crisis for the foreseeable future.
— by Natalie Myers: Guest writer
The Post
Installing New Upgraded Cam Bearings In A Twin Cam
I am about to install the inner cam bearings with the Torrington’s. I was wondering if it is necessary to lubricate the case surface before the bearing is pushed in.
–James
bhoward13@cogeco.ca
St Cathaines, ON, Canada
The following came directly from the article in question: Clean the bearing bores, lubricate the bearing with engine assembly lube. If lube is not available clean engine oil can be used. As you look at the crankcase bore, you will notice a thin lip at the bottom of it. I have seen people break this lip and send metal into the bottom end of the engine by using the wrong tool such as driver.
We also reached out to Paul at JIMS since their tools play a major part in this install:
Regarding this reader’s comments – Twin Cam Cases, Inner Cam Bearings, you
simply make sure your parts are clean and press them in dry, no assembly
lube. We recommend lubing the threads of the installing screw in the tool,
however.
There you have it.
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The Largest Women’s Motorcycling Event of 2016 One Hundred Years, One Hundred Women
iMobileApp Partners with Sisters’ Centennial Motorcycle Ride to Develop Mobile Event App
iMobileApp has partnered and developed a mobile application for the Sisters’ Centennial Motorcycle Ride that will keep event registrants and interested parties informed with up-to-the-minute event times, venue locations, points of interest, social sharing functions and more. Designed as the one-stop source of information for participants, followers and their families, it is a must-have app for all registered participants.
“When iMobileApp approached us about developing an app for the Sisters’ Ride I was thrilled,” said event organizer, Alisa Clickenger. “Organizing an event of this magnitude and getting the information to the right people at the right time seemed like a daunting task to me. Enter iMobileApp’s solution, where we can have ‘Sister’s Ride Central’ with all of our information for riders, staff, journalists and clubs who come out to greet us. This is a huge advancement for us, as we are now able to have one single place for folks to refer to for last-minute time and venue changes as well as ride updates.”
Anthony Havens, President of iMobileApp’s parent company, said, “Our heritage is in the powersports industry so when we heard about this event we were immediately interested. Being the largest provider of mobile app technology to motorcycle dealers in the United States, as well as having developed mobile applications for special events in the past, we knew that we could build a mobile application for the Sisters’ Centennial Ride that would benefit and support the ride coordinators and ride participants, as well as event followers. We are very pleased to donate our product and services to this landmark event.”
Scheduled July 3-23, 2016, the AMA-sanctioned event is a cross-country motorcycle ride for women commemorating the 100th anniversary of Adeline and Augusta Van Buren’s historic ride across the United States from New York to San Francisco. The event will conclude with a group ride in to San Francisco on July 23, 2016, where festivities will celebrate the event completion and riders’ accomplishments.
“This was a phenomenal accomplishment by two courageous women at a time when few roads were paved, post-Victorian attitudes were in full flare and women did not yet have the right to vote,” said Clickenger. “This ride is intended to honor their achievement and promote the growth of today’s female motorcyclists and the motorcycling community.”
Contact: Alisa Clickenger
Alisa@WomensMotorcycleTours.com
(562) 395-3830
More information can be found at www.SistersMotorcycleRide.com
DON’T EVER CLOSE THE BLONDE WING OF THE BIKERNET LIBRARY–
Did you hear about the two blondes who froze to death in a drive-in movie?
They had gone to see ‘Closed for the Winter.’
–from Buckshot
adjective (often initial capital letter)
1. mischievous; impish.
Quotes
In my late teens and early twenties I’d seen myself as a Puckish figure, smart and quick-limbed, incorrigible.
— Michael Cunningham, A Home at the End of the World, 1990
Origin
Puckish comes from the name Puck, a sprite in English folklore, and also the mischievous narrator in William Shakespeare’s A Midsummer Night’s Dream.
THE NEW AEROMACH HOT ROD– Bought from my father in law. It’s a 2001 Kawasaki W650. Only sold in the states 2000 & 2001. Been described as a better Bonneville than Triumph’s. Custom tank and different bars but otherwise stock.
–Paul Aiken
Aeromach
TRAILBLAZERS NEWS, 72ND TRAILBLAZERS BANQUET–
Thanks to all those that participated in the Tom Cates Memorial Motorcycle Show as an owner or voter. The bikes were magnificent. There were more attendees than previous banquets because we freed up space by putting the buffet in the attached tents. We were able to seat 100 more people. After a shake down meeting, the Board will start work on the April, 22nd 2017 banquet. Put the date on your calendar.
Thad Wolff sent the attached photo of Wayne Rainey, Kenny Roberts, Peter Starr and himself. He said ” Thank you all for a wonderful evening? (again).”
A note from Shae Rainey
We had an awesome night and we thank you all so much and the entire Board for this honor and your hard and dedicated work to put this event together. We appreciate what it takes to put an event like this on, so thank you.
My sister made a comment on the way home that, she said, “the love and the passion that was in that room tonight was palpable”.
I totally agreed and said it is always great to be with “our people”. It’s like coming home and so many memories of going to all these places. Hopetown, Elsinore, Corona, El Toro, desert races, etc etc. So thank you all for keeping this alive and thriving. Well done.
LOST YOUR GLASSES?
Not seeing well? Check out the download to see if these glasses might be yours. They were turned in to Don Emde after the banquet. His email is donemde@me.com
TRAILBLAZERS BANQUET IN CYCLE NEWS
There was a half page article and photo of Keith Mashburn accepting the Dick Hammer Award. The article also said “…Skip Van Leeuwen, who has amazingly attended all 72 banquets.”
EDDIE MULDER’S CACHUMA LAKE RALLY
This is coming up pretty soon. The flyer is attached. The event takes place over the Memorial weekend and it is celebrating the “Desert Sleds” (661) 944 1184, enjmulder@directtv.net or check out his website or facebook. www.eddiemulderswcvdis.com
RIDE ON MOLLY 6
The ride date is Saturday, May 21st. The lunch location is at the El Rey Restaurant in Pauma Valley. El Rey is a Mexican restaurant that Molly loved to visit on his many rides to that area. Pauma Valley is located on Highway 76, between Temecula and Escondido. If you plan to attend, contact Alan DeCarr at ahdecarr@gmail.com. Flyer attached
MOTORCYCLE HILL DANA POINT
Sent by Jim Townsend
Take a look at this: http://www.danapointtimes.com/its-history-motorcycle-hill/
SPEEDWAY 117 – 50 YEAR REUNION INVITE
It has been 50 years since Class C and TT racing started at Otay Mesa on September 11th, 1966. The tribute to all that raced there will be held on September 11, 2016 at the Elks Lodge at 901 Elks Lane in Chula Vista. Bob Basile will welcome you to this event to celebrate the last 50 years of racing. Everyone welcome. A flyer is attached.
GOOD NEWS FOR RACING
The EPA withdrew its plan to regulate the emissions from motor vehicles, including motorcycles, built or used exclusively for racing. The AMA and SEMA opposed the new restriction and support a bill in Congress to prevent EPA intrusion into motorsports.
FINDING CANNON BALL’S TRAIL
Don Emde’s new book “Finding Cannon Ball’s Trail” has been printed and available now for sale. The 168 page publication includes over 400 illustrations as it details Don’s five year project to retrace Erwin “Cannon Ball” Baker’s 1914 transcontinental record ride from San Diego to New York City. The book sells for $25 + $5 shipping + California residents add $2 sales tax. Order online at EmdeBooks.com Logo attached
FAST FRIDAYS AT AUBURN
The season opener at the Auburn Fairgrounds, 1273 High St., will be held on Friday, May 6th. On May 13 will be the Challenge Elimination Series, Round 1.
If you are planning on taking in the Sacramento Mile on Saturday, May 21st, come early and head to Auburn for Speedway and Extreme Sidecars Series 1. Good show, lots of fun.
SPEEDWAY AT PERRIS
Saturday, April 30th Speedway racing is coming to Perris. Gates open @ 2:00, racing @ 5:00pm. Muffler requirement now posted. Steve Evans DreamTeamSpeedway@sbcglobal.net (310) 309 9418
SCFTA DOUBLE HEADER AT PERRIS
Southern California Flat Track Association Series, Round #5 & #6 to be held on May 14th and 15th. Gates open Saturday at 12:30pm, practice @ 3:30 with racing to follow. Sunday gates open 8:00am, practice @ 10:00am followed by racing.
www.scfta.com Vince Graves (951) 443 7622 Don’t forget about the noise requirements. Or “lack of noise” requirements.
2ND ANNUAL A.J. HERRERA MEMORIAL RACE LOOKING FOR SPONSORS The race will be held on Saturday, July 23rd at the Ventura Raceway. Contact Gail Waller.
MX AT GLEN HELEN REM MX will be held on the Main Track on Saturday, April 30th. On Friday, May 27 is the AMA Amateur Day MX followed on Saturday May 28th by the AMA MX National. www.GlenHelen.com (909) 880 3090
NEXT UP IS THE PHOENIX MILE
On Saturday, May 14th Turf Paradise will host the Arizona Mile. The race is presented locally by Trailblazer Buddy Stubbs of Buddy Stubbs Harley Davidson. It will be an “afternoon twilight event”. Gates open at noon and races will start at 3:00pm. There will also be a variety of family friendly entertainment including stunt performances and a vendor area. http://www.ArizonaMile.com.
SACRAMENTO MILE
May 21st is closer than you think. Make plans now to attend the Sacrament Mile at Cal Expo. Be there to watch Scott Parker and Jay Springsteen duke it out in the Clash of the Titans. This is the 51st running of this race. Always a crowd pleaser. www.sactomile.com, http://www.sactomile.com/tickets or 1 (844) 722 6453.
48TH HANFORD VINTAGE MOTORCYCLE RALLY
I will be held at the Kings Fairgrounds in Hanford on May 21, 2016. A huge motorcycle show with 150+ vendors. There is camping in the swap space and RV hookups. Friday or Saturday set up classiccycleevents.com (909) 629 7420.
EL CAMINO SHOW AND SWAP HAS BEEN CANCELED
Due to the uncertainty of Irwindale’s availability there will be no Show and Swap.
FLAT TRACK RACES IN ILLINOIS
The Rookie Class of 79 is putting on an event on Sunday, August 28th at American Legion Park in Jerseyville, Illinois. It is featuring AMA Vintage Dirt Track National Championship Series Race and the Bultaco Astro Challenge. www.amaft79.com
FRIENDS OF STEVE MCQUEEN CAR & M/C SHOW
Hold the date. This great event is on Friday and Saturday, June 3 -4 at Boys Republic in Chino HIlls.
SANTA ROSA MILE IN SEPTEMBER AMATEUR AND PRO
Races under the California Flat Track Association have been added to the weekend of the AMA Pro Flat Track Mile on September 25 in Santa Rosa. On Friday, September 23, will be Round #8 of the Series Championship. There will be a Pro-Am on the Mile on Saturday, September 24th. Looking forward to a great weekend of racing.
BSAOCSC SWAP AND RIDES
On Saturday, April 30th is the BSAOCNC “Mother Lode” ride in El Dorado HIlls. For info call Mike Crick (916) 797 0879
Sunday, May 15th is the BSAOCSC Swapmeet and Bi-monthly meeting at Triumph Classic Motorcycles. 1281 Logan Ave. in Costa Mesa. British Motorcycles only. 7am to 11am (951) 440 3521. BSA meeting info: (661) 703 9249 or (310) 398 6406.
Saturday, May 21 “MotoMarin” in San Rafael (415) 269 1841
–Judy
Trailblazers MC
LOWBROW DOES IT AGAIN– When it comes to Shovelhead rear fenders, there aren’t any bolt-on choices besides the stock-style fender. We decided to change that.
The Rogue Fender from Lowbrow Customs is a heavy-gauge, steel fender that is bolt-on fitment for 1958 – 1984 Harley-Davidson Big Twins. You can now add some custom style to your moto with ease (download a PDF of Rogue Fender Install Instructions to see how just how easy).
Whether a mild custom, chopper or race-inspired performance machine, the Rogue Fender looks right at home while standing up to the rigors of the road.
Panhead pictured built by The Gasbox, Cleveland, Ohio.
See just how easy it is to bolt up the Rogue Fender to your 1958 – 1984 Harley-Davidson Big Twin. Watch the install video below to follow along as Lowbrow Head Tech Todd Muller handles the Rogue Fender install on a shop project bike.
That was a great read! I’ve been looking to find a way to mount that faring to my 2012 muscle. And pointers and parts will be helpful…
–Cash
William_cash@att.net
Norwich, CT
STURGIS MUSEUM GETS A NEW BOSS– Robbins Takes Reins. Myrick Robbins Named Executive Director Of Sturgis Motorcycle Museum—
Time to Honor the Ride. Build the Legacy. The mission for the Sturgis Motorcycle Museum remains unchanged, however the means to achieve its lofty goals have gotten a boost as diehard motorcyclist Myrick Robbins has been named Executive Director, effective immediately.
In addition to taking the Museum to the next level, Robbins will oversee the Sturgis Motorcycle Museum Hall of Fame’s 15th anniversary in June and preside over the induction of the Class of 2016 in August during the annual Rally.
“The Sturgis Museum belongs to everyone, but they have left me with the keys to take it for a joy ride,” says Robbins.”How great is that? For a lifelong rider who wants to live in a world filled with loud pipes, endless curvy roads and great conversations at the next fuel stop, this really is the opportunity of a lifetime.”
His infatuation with motorcycles started with a Honda CB450 Nighthawk. The Nighthawk helped him make it through high school and college with above average grades and a far beyond average social life. After graduating from Utah State University in Technology Education, Myrick bought his first Harley-Davidson as well as a Honda XR250 to make sure all his street and dirt needs would be met.
Since graduation, he has been an architectural drafting instructor at Bridgerland Technology College for the past 10 years, as well as organizing, managing and leading motorcycle tour groups under the banner of Chasing Thunder for six years. “This combination of professional expertise and passion for all forms of motorcycling make Myrick uniquely qualified for the Executive Director’s position,” explains Tigra Tsujikawa, Marketing & Development Director for the Sturgis Motorcycle Museum & Hall of Fame. “His wit and wealth of experience in managing a variety of situations are what clinched the deal for the board of directors.”
Some people pursue money or fame, but Myrick is more interested in chasing after making great memories, having great experiences and sharing those moments with others. “The ultimate goal is to create a unique national destination that honors the past, informs the present and inspires the future,” he adds. “Not to mention having some great rides and a heck of a lot of fun along the way!”
Everyone is invited to meet Myrick in person and honor the 2016 Hall of Fame inductees. The 2016 Sturgis Motorcycle Museum & Hall of Fame 2016 Induction Breakfast will be August 10, 2016 at the Lodge at Deadwood in Deadwood, South Dakota. Breakfast tickets are available for a $35 donation, tables of eight for $300. Tickets are available by calling the Museum at 605.347.2001 or they can be purchased online at http://www.sturgismuseum.com/shop/hall-fame-breakfast.
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THE WHACKY NEVER ENDS— I’m just about ready to put my Biker’s Choice Tech together, but I need to consult with the master engine builder Keith Ruxton.
I’m hoping to write another tech on Keith’s history with engines, if he’ll let me.
We are close to another tech on our Bikernet Baggers rebuild with Paughco. They hope to use this bike to develop several new products.
My next book should be out in a month. Amazing. And Steve Massicote sent the Triking Viking more shots of the Billy Trike for an upcoming Paughco/Billy Trike Feature.
Shit is always happening fast around here. Hang on.
Ride Free Forever,
–Bandit
