74th Black Hills Rally Thursday News for August 7th, 2014

 

Reports from Sturgis are slowly trickling into Bikernet Headquarters as we endeavor to keep you updated on the latest.  The Legends Ride, Biker Belle Ride, Michael Lichter and Paul D’Orleans Motorcycles of Art Show, and Bike shows will all be covered, so stay tuned to Bikernet.com! The big man, Bandit is still at Sturgis attending different events, we have had quick glimpses of him around, but will have to wait for his return to get full reports to share with you. So, lets get on with the News!

 

 

The News is sponsored in part by Cycle Source magazine and Las Vegas Bike Fest 

 

 

 

 

 

STURGIS MAYOR UNVEILS 75TH LOGO — (August 6, 2014- Sturgis, SD) Sturgis Mayor Mark Carstensen along with  numerous SMRi board members and city council members unveiled the official 75th Sturgis Motorcycle Rally™ logo on Wednesday August 6th at noon on Main Street. The unveiling was attended by hundreds of riders, motorcycle media and local business owners.

 

“For the 75th we knew we needed iconic branding and logo. We wanted rally goers and citizens to be able to see how much thought we are putting into next year. It will be a great rally. ” Said Sturgis Mayor Mark Carstensen.

 

The unveiling of this logo marks the beginning of preparation for the most anticipated motorcycle rally of all time, the 75th anniversary of the Sturgis Motorcycle Rally™. With legendary roots in the Black Hills the Sturgis Motorcycle Rally™ is the worlds largest and the 75th is sure have attendance in the range of 500,000. The logo for such a legendary event as a 75th anniversary needed to be iconic, memorable and pull in elements of the original Sturgis logo. The logo was produced by official licensed merchandiser Hot Leathers. The 75th logo exemplifies all of that and will be emblazoned on official 75th anniversary merchandise and available only through officially licensed merchandise retailers.

 

 

 

 

Arch Motorcycle Company Progress Update — In October of 2012 we announced the formation of the Arch Motorcycle Company and our intent to build the ultimate performance-oriented, American v-twin motorcycle.  We spent the next two years quietly working to deliver on that promise, and are now just days away from launch. On September 4, 2014 we will launch our new website with full specs and details on ordering our first model, the KRGT-1.

 

Along the way, every aspect of the original prototype was revisited to maximize performance, aesthetics, reliability and serviceability in the production version.  When the smoke cleared the only surviving component was the front tire, and that decision is still under review.

 

The KRGT-1, our first production model, defies classification by today’s standards.  Creating an ultra-exclusive American v-twin production motorcycle equally adept at long freeway runs, and local canyon carving, was a lofty goal.  Equally important, the bike needed to strike a provocative pose from all angles under all conditions.  These rigid requirements provided the baseline performance criteria for our drive from prototype to production.

 

From the beginning, we agreed to spare no expense or effort to bring us closer to our goal.  One example of this commitment is the unique downdraft intake system.  Our proprietary design eliminates the bulky breather assembly found on nearly all American v-twins.  It increases rider comfort and provides a sleeker, more ergonomic profile.  We spent months working closely with S&S Cycle and K&N Engineering to perfect a package that could be hidden between our billet aluminum gas tanks and still keep the T124 engine properly aspirated.  Finally, matching air dams were machined and positioned to frame the billet aluminum headlight assembly.  “A downdraft system made much more sense for this kind of motorcycle, and it helped deliver the clean lines and ride experience we needed”, said co-founder Gard Hollinger.

 

Stay tuned in the next few weeks for more insight and imagery around the building of the very first Arch. Additional information is available via our website, Twitter, and Facebook pages.

 

Please visit:  archmotorcycle.com, @archmoco, and facebook.com/archmotorcycle for the latest updates.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Motorcycle racer Valerie Thompson prepares for “double duty” at Bonneville speed events with former NASCAR Nationwide car and BMW S 1000 RR — Six-time motorcycle land speed record holder plans to attempt new records on two-wheels and four for the first time

 

(Scottsdale, AZ) – August 5, 2014 – Six-time motorcycle land speed record holder, Valerie Thompson, plans to race a car and her record setting BMW S 1000 RR motorcycle during America’s two biggest land speed racing events at the Bonneville Salt Flats this month, including Speedweek (Aug. 9-15) and the Bonneville Speed Trials (Aug 23-28).

 

Thompson returned to the US after her second visit to the BMW Motorrad Days celebration in Garmisch-Partenkirchen, Germany on July 7. “Less than 24 hours after I returned from Germany, I drove to Bonneville to test a Nationwide NASCAR race car provided by owner Charles Ofner, from Houston Texas, along with his crew chief Bob Hustler.  Since I had never raced a car at Bonneville, I had to earn a new SCTA license which I did with a third pass of 193 mph, so I’m good to go” said a smiling Thompson.

 

 

During Speedweek, Thompson’s mission is to set a new record in the MPS-G motorcycle class on her BMW DoubleR by exceeding the current record of 204.98 mph and gaining admission to the prestigious Southern California Timing Association’s (SCTA) 200 MPH Club. “I am a member of several 200 MPH Clubs, but wearing the SCTA red hat has been always been a top priority of mine. I’m always dreaming about breaking records at the Salt Flats on my BMW,” added Thompson.

 

Thompson’s goal with the Nationwide car is gaining more “seat time” while learning the nuances of racing 200+ mph on Bonneville’s often-tricky salt surface. “The car is capable of exceeding 250 mph, so I’m looking forward to breaking my own career top speed of 212 mph. While motorcycles are my first priority, I would love to drive a vehicle over 250 mph and continue setting more records,” Thompson stated.

 

During the Bonneville Speed Trials, a land speed event for motorcycles only (formerly the BUB Speed Trials), Thompson will gain technical support from 8-time world record holder, Kerry Alter. A veteran Salt Flats racer, Alter has also set 6 national records on a variety of motorcycles.

 

“I’m excited about working with Kerry again, he has been instrumental to my racing career. My first 200+ mph pass was on his BMW S 1000 RR in 2011. Kerry was responsible for opening my eyes to the awesome power of the BMW Superbikes. As a result, I switched from a Harley-Davidson to a BMW in 2012,” said Thompson. “We’ve been working together for the past year to develop my bike and optimize my riding technique. Every time I work with Kerry I go faster,” added Thompson. 

 

“Whenever I work with Valerie I’m pleasantly surprised with her results. Her competitive drive is difficult to match and she is prepared to win every race where she competes. I’m really looking forward to seeing Valerie’s results at this year’s Speed Trials. The bike is running well and looks stunning with new paint and body work provided by Mesa’s Orlando Auto Body,” stated Alter.

 

Earlier this year, Thompson collected her sixth land speed racing record at the East Coast Timing Association’s Ohio Mile with a blistering speed exceeding 208 mph on her CTEK sponsored BMW S 1000 RR, shattering the previous record and becoming the newest female member of the prestigious ECTA 200 MPH Club. Thompson’s fame on America’s most famous racecourses is preceded by her TV exposure as a vehicle presenter at Scottsdale’s world-renowned Barrett-Jackson Auction Company LLC and Metro Auto Auction.

 

 

 

Bandit’s Word of the Day —  camelopard kuh-MEL-uh-pahrd  , noun;  

 

1.Archaic . a giraffe.

 

 

— Stephen Harrigan, The Gates of the Alamo , 2000

— Steven Saylor, The Triumph of Caesar: A Novel of Ancient Rome , 2008

 

 

Camelopard  is a portmanteau of the words camel  and pard , an archaic term for a leopard or panther. It entered English in the late 1300s.

 

 

 

 

 

The all-new 2015 Indian® Scout™ — has clean lines, genuine leather solo saddle and effortless power. Watch this product overview video to learn more about this masterfully balanced motorcycle that has been years in the making.

 

 

 

 

Warlord Saddlebag Tray — The Warlord Saddlebag Tray is the ONLY full-length saddlebag organization tray available. No modification required, mounts using existing mount points (fits Harley Davidson hard saddlebags, 1993 – present) Unlike other saddlebag trays that only cover half of your saddlebag, our saddlebag trays cover the full length and width of your saddlebag. When you need to get to the item at the bottom of the saddlebag, simply lift the tray out with one hand. The Warlord Saddlebag tray is a must-have accessory, and the best choice for keeping your Harley saddlebags organized. The tray is made of ABS plastic and the mounts are made from polished stainless steel. For HD hard saddlebags 1993 – present (will not fit saddlebags with speakers in the lids, also it is a snug fit with the carpet bag liners installed on 2004-2014 bikes ABS saddlebags)

Trays for your HD 2014 saddlebags now available.  Introductory offer save $5.00 per side or $10.00 on a set!!!

 

 

 

 

DENVER (AP) — Marijuana joined roses and dahlias Friday in blue ribbon events at the nation’s first county fair to allow pot competitions.

 

This weekend’s Denver County Fair includes a 21-and-over “Pot Pavilion” where winning entries for plants, bongs, edible treats and clothes made from hemp are on display.

There is no actual weed at the fairgrounds. Instead, fairgoers will see photos of the competing pot plants and marijuana-infused foods. A sign near the entry warns patrons not to consume pot at the fair.

 

A speed joint-rolling contest uses oregano, not pot. The only real stuff allowed at the event? Doritos, to be used in the munchie eating contest.

 

Organizers say the marijuana categories this year — which come with the debut of legal recreational marijuana in Colorado — add a fun twist on Denver’s already-quirky county fair, which includes a drag queen pageant and a contest for dioramas made with Peeps candies.

 

“We’ve been selling tickets to people from all over the world, and we keep hearing they want to come see the pot,” said Dana Cain, who helped organize Denver County’s first fair three years ago. This year’s event is expected to draw 20,000 people.

 

Judges considered only the quality of individual marijuana plants, not potency or the merits of drugs produced by the plants.

 

“It’s more like a rose competition than anything,” said Russel Wise, a pot grower who entered three plants and a marijuana-infused baklava treat.

 

Other Colorado contests — patterned after Amsterdam’s famed Cannabis Cup — gauge drug quality and flavor.

 

 

Edible products did require tasting. A secret panel of judges sampled brownies and other treats earlier this month at an undisclosed location.

 

“At first the judges were eating them all, but by the end they were really feeling it, so they just tasted them and spit them out,” Cain said with a laugh. “We offered them cabs home.”

 

The winning brownie was made with walnuts and dark chocolate. Top prize was $20 and a blue ribbon. The fair already has a green ribbon — awarded for using environmentally conscious methods.

 

 

For the handmade bong contest, three industry insiders judged 17 entries for craftsmanship, creativity — and functionality.

 

“It has to be something special, something you’d want to use,” said judge Robert Folse, who works at a pot dispensary as a “budtender,” sort of a sommelier for marijuana.

 

It’s too soon to say whether marijuana contests will spread to other state fairs. Officials in Routt County, in western Colorado, voted last year to ban marijuana from the county fair. Colorado State Fair organizers have expressed no interest in marijuana competition.

 

California holds an Emerald Cup at the fairgrounds in Sonoma County, where guests with medical clearance are able to sample the drug. That contest is held at the fairgrounds but isn’t a part of the county fair.

 

 

NEW RIDER WANTS TO RIDE FOR 5-BALL RACING–Hot, fast and tough! This energetic little beauty will take a motorcycle down a drag strip or salt WFO!

 

 

The 5-Ball Racing Team board of directors is waiting on her NSA Security Clearance, her three page resume, 5000 references, and note from her mom, certificate for $1 million in extended healthcare, a check for …….

 

 

 

 

 

 

Non-Profit SMRi Files Lawsuit against Renegade Classics and Kent Mortimer — To Protect Trademarks and Ensure Fairness to City of Sturgis and Its Residents

 

Sturgis, SD (August 6, 2014) Sturgis Motorcycle Rally, Inc. announced the filing of a federal trademark infringement lawsuit in Georgia against Kent Mortimer, Renegade Classics and the owners of a Buford, Georgia Renegade Classics retail store to protect the Sturgis® Motorcycle Rally™ trademarks. SMRi and its volunteer board are the non-profit stewards of the trademarks pertaining to the Sturgis® Motorcycle Rally™.

 

The complaint filed in federal court details Mortimer’s and Renegade Classics’ infringing use of the term “Sturgis Rally Week” on apparel products, which infringes on SMRi’s rights in the Sturgis Bike Week®, Sturgis Motorcycle Rally™ and Sturgis® trademarks.  By using “Sturgis Rally Week” without the license or permission of SMRi or its licensees, Mortimer, Renegade Classics and the Buford, Georgia storeowners confuse customers about the source of the products and deprive the City and the citizens of Sturgis of royalties due from officially licensed merchandise.

 

“SMRi was established to spur economic development in the Black Hills region and to bring money back to the community through charitable contributions derived from sales of official licensed merchandise. When Renegade Classics and its agents use the Sturgis Motorcycle Rally trademarks without having a license, less money will go back to the community and we can’t stand for that,” said SMRi Board Member and City of Sturgis Councilman David Hersrud.

 

SMRi will continue its fight against entities that infringe on the Sturgis trademarks to help protect and preserve the Sturgis brands so the community can continue to thrive and enjoy a tangible return from the world’s largest motorcycling event.  The organization also continues to press its lawsuit in federal court in South Dakota against Rushmore Photo and Gift and its proprietors, and against Wal-Mart Stores, for their unlawful and unlicensed use of the terms “Officially Licensed Sturgis” and “Sturgis Motor Classic” on souvenirs they sell. 

 

 

Sturgis Motorcycle Rally, Inc. (SMRi) is a South Dakota not-for-profit organization with no owners or shareholders and a volunteer board. The group’s primarily responsibilities are to promote, grow and strengthen the Sturgis® Motorcycle Rally™ and provide a charitable return for the greater Sturgis area. The board’s members represent a variety of stakeholders in the Sturgis area, including the Sturgis Area Chamber of Commerce, the City of Sturgis, Sturgis-area commercial property owners, and rally-related and non-rally-oriented businesses. www.sturgismcrallyinc.com

 

 

 

 

Sturgis, SD (August 4, 2014) – Riders in the Sturgis Buffalo Chip®’s signature Legends Ride® cheered Monday as Black Hills Special Olympics President, Jack Lynass, and Buffalo Chip President, Rod Woodruff, burned the note on a van purchased with Legends Ride donations. The van is used to transport Special Olympics athletes to events and training sessions. Some of the biggest names in television, film, music and motorcycling joined hundreds of riders from around the globe for the annual ride through the scenic Northern Black Hills that raises money for two local charities, Black Hills Special Olympics and the Sturgis Motorcycle Museum and Hall of Fame. After six consecutive sell-out years, the ride has raised more than $325,000 for charity.

 

                    

“The Legends Ride is a chance to meet and ride with some of the most well-known people in motorcycling,” said Rod Woodruff, Sturgis Buffalo Chip CEO. “But it was created primarily as a way to raise money for these very worthy charities. Burning the note on the van for Special Olympics should make every Legends Rider very proud. Everyone who has taken part and paid the rider fee helped to make this possible.”

 

 

Hundreds of Legends Riders gathered on Deadwood’s Main Street this afternoon to take part in the auction of the 2014 Buffalo Chip Student Build Challenge™ bike. The bike  a fully customized 2014 Harley-Davidson® Street Glide built by Sturgis Brown High School students under the instruction of industry veterans. The winning bid of $51,000 was accepted in support of the Legends Ride and its charities.

 

Frank Fritz, of History Channel’s “American Pickers,” was a fan favorites at the ride today. Members of the Zac Brown Band attended, signing autographs and riding new Victory motorcycles on the ride. Kristy Swanson, David Uhl, R. Lee “Gunny” Ermey, John Shope, Cory and Zach Ness; and Olympic bronze medalist, Lloyd Eisler, also joined the ride.

 

The ride departed from Deadwood’s Main Street at 2:30 p.m. and led participants through the most scenic areas of the fabled Black Hills. The ride culminated at the Buffalo Chip with a private catered reception and pre-concert party.

 

 

The Buffalo Chip’s Legends Ride has been featured on CMT, the National Geographic Channel, the Tonight Show, FX Network, Funny or Die and the Travel Channel, as well as countless print, online and newspaper articles.

 

For more information or to purchase tickets for the 2015 Legends Ride call 605-347-9000 or visit LegendsRide.com.

 

Industry-leading corporations throughout the United States provide support for the Ride that Rocks!™ Their support allows for 100 percent of riders’ contributions to be donated directly to the Black Hills Special Olympics and Sturgis Motorcycle Museum & Hall of Fame.  Special thanks to presenting sponsors Adventure Power, AMSOIL, Budweiser, Black Hills Harley-Davidson, Deadwood Chamber, Epiphone, GEICO Motorcycle, Hot Leathers, Kinetik Audio, Pepsi, Russ Brown Motorcycle Attorneys, Silverado Franklin Hotel & Casino and Victory Motorcycles for supporting the 2014 Legends Ride!  

 

 

 

 

 

Round Up of Articles from the Bikernet Family of websites.

 

 

 

 

Victory now has the bagger of your dreams, and it’s still a practical machine, by Ben Lamboeu.

 

Victory’s new Magnum touring bike is a spinoff of the existing Cross Country and features a 21-inch front wheel that can’t be ignored, but that’s just the tip of the iceberg. I’ll give you a second to pick up your jaw off the floor… This factory custom comes equipped with a long list of unique features and can be further accessorized so you can take it another few notches up the crazy ladder!

 

 

 

 

 

Two All-New Models Flaunt Massive Bad Attitude and Mile-Devouring Function

Weeks before the announcement of its 2015 model line-up, Harley-Davidson is previewing the Road Glide and Road Glide Special, two of its new 2015 motorcycles. Infused with DNA of the customer-led product development effort Project RUSHMORE, the two sleek, shark-nose Touring models are being revealed today during special events at the Sturgis Motorcycle Rally in Sturgis, S.D., and at the National Bikers Roundup (NBR) in Tulsa, Okla.

 

 

 

 

 

Part Two – Gasohol…Good or Bad?

 

I wasn’t sure how much would happen in the 30 days since I wrote the last article ‘Gasohol…Good or Bad?’. I originally thought I might wait another month, but after all I have seen in the last 30 days, I knew I had to inform you as soon as possible.

On the trip down to Daytona Bikeweek I tested the fuel at every gas station I filled up at. I stopped 3 times for fuel and all the pumps had stickers claiming up to 10% Ethanol. Two of the stations had fuel that was at the 10% Ethanol line and one had only 5% ethanol.

 

 

 

 

 

Tell-tale, tell-all and spoilers galore!

 

Expendables 3 to be released August 15th, 2014

They are back and its a bang! This mission starts with the rescue of 8 year hellhole prisoner Wesley Snipes to be rescued off a military train transporting him to worse hell. If you think the fireworks and fighting in these first 10 minutes is spectacular – well this was just an errand while their primary mission is to stop an arms deal in Somalia.

 

 

 

 

 

It’s never too late to party especially on the coat-tails of America’s Independence Day celebration, so when Deus ex Machina, L.A.’s popular gathering spot for bikes, surfboards and a great cup of java, threw a day-after-July 4th celebration of Motorcycles Made in the U.S.A., all flavors of red, white and blue bikes showed up. Plus plenty of burgers and hot dogs, cold brew and hot tunes served up by the San Diego band LowVolts.

 

 

 

 

 

Presenting the Jack Daniels Indian Motorcycle.

 

I have been lucky enough to ride to Sturgis for their Black Hills Classic Motorcycle Event for many years. I have ridden by myself, with others, on interstate highways and country roads trying to make each ride just enough different to stay interesting But one thing I have been doing and not changing is stopping in Mitchell South Dakota.

 

 

 

 

 

Road 2 Smoke Out Documentary -Interviews with the Filmmakers.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Independent Rear Suspension Conversion for the Harley Softail

 

Motor Trike, Inc. announces the release of an all-new independent suspension conversion for the Harley Softail family of bikes. The “Spartan”, as it is named, will fit year models 1994 – present Softails.

 

 

 

Daggett – the Angry Beavers

 

-Mistress Chris

 

 

 

 

 

The Sturgis Motorcycle Museum & Hall of Fame will honors its 2014 inductees into the Sturgis Motorcycle Museum Hall of Fame and the Freedom Fighters Hall of Fame — Wednesday at The Lodge in Deadwood.

 

The Sturgis Motorcycle Hall of Fame is designed to recognize individuals or groups who have made a long term positive impact on the motorcycle community.

 

The Freedom Fighters Hall of Fame recognizes the commitment and sacrifices individuals across the nation, and world, have made to protect the rights of motorcyclists. Since 2012, the Sturgis Motorcycle Museum & Hall of Fame has honored one Freedom Fighter and inducted six into the Sturgis Hall of Fame each year.

 

 

 

 

Deb “Tiger” Chandler has been an active part of the motorcycling community for over 40 years. In partnership with the Colorado Confederation of Clubs (CCOC), she assumed the role of Colorado Commander of the Coalition of Independent Riders – a registration of independent riders. Tiger has worked tirelessly through the state legislature to address issues of importance to motorcyclists in Colorado including funding for beginning rider training and alcohol interlocking devices for motorcycles. She has also been instrumental in implementing a Biker Day at the Capital in Colorado as a means of opening dialog between bikers and legislators.

 

 

 

 

During his 25 year career at the Harley-Davidson Motor Company, Clyde Fessler played an integral role in the turnaround of the company. He served in multiple marketing positions including, Director of Marketing, Vice President of General Merchandise, Vice President of Motor Accessories, and Vice President of Business Development. He was responsible for many innovative programs, policies, products, and marketing strategies that made Harley-Davidson one of the most recognized brands in the world. Since his retirement in 2002, Fessler has remained active in motorcycling as a member of the Hamsters Motorcycle Club. He recently wrote a book, “Rebuilding the Brand” and now travels extensively as a Keynote Speaker.

 

 

 

Legend Suspensions began in 1998 when Jesse Jurrens recognized the benefits an air spring could have on motorcycles and sought to develop the technology for Harley-Davidson Softail Chassis. Eventually being convinced, Gates Rubber Company, the leader in air spring technology, agreed to lend their patented Kevlar impregnated rubber air spring technology to the fledgling South Dakota start-up. Since that time, Jesse has continued to develop innovative suspension systems. Today, Sturgis South Dakota based Legend Suspensions manufactures Aero Air Suspension systems and Revo coil suspension systems for all Harley-Davidson models and Off-road UTVs. Legend Suspensions are available world-wide providing a smoother ride with “on the go” adjustability, increased vehicle capability and versatility. The Offroad systems are used by the U.S. Military and countless fire and rescue operations. Legend has become known for its innovative quality products, Lifetime Warranty, and outstanding customer service. The company is a recognized leader in suspension technology.

 

 

 

From the time he was a teenager, Jay Lightning rode in a motordrome owned by Pappy Boudreaux – first part-time and later full-time. Early on, Jay rode Harley Hummers as a straight rider, but soon graduated to trick riding on the wall on Indian 101 Scouts. By 1998, Jay took out a loan against his home to purchase wood and equipment to begin building what would become the American Motor Drome Wall of Death. Completed in 2000, it was the first of its kind to be built in over 50 years. For the past 14 years, the American Motor Drome has toured the country full-time. Besides keeping the drome running, Jay collects classic motorcycles and wall bikes that he displays as part of the traveling show.

 

 

 

An avid motorcyclist since he was 15, Keith Terry’s career actually started in the automotive industry, after which he operated a company that promoted bicycle motocross races. In 1994 Keith built his first custom motorcycle, and he’s been building them ever since. Keith and his wife Fran have owned Terry Components, the largest supplier of motorcycle starter motors and battery cables in the industry for 20 years. More recently, Keith – along with Chris Malo – started Baggster LLC, a company that manufactures custom conversion kits for Harley-Davidson applications. For the last three years, Keith has been in charge of the Buffalo Chip Challenge working with Sturgis Brown High School students to build a custom bagger that is auctioned at the Legends Ride each year.

 

 

 

Ask anyone in the drag racing world about who’s had a broad impact on the sport and Bonnie Truett’s name will likely come up. Bonnie started racing in the 1960s, and was constantly working to get more out of his drag bikes. He started by changing the flywheels in his own Sportster, but eventually he and his partner Paul Osborn started to create and manufacture their own flywheels, frames, cams, cylinders and rods. Bonnie continued to race until 1984, and he and Paul continued to run Truett and Osborn together until his retirement in 1997. Following his retirement from racing, Bonnie helped his son Scott who is a four time champion in Pro Drag class in AHDRA. Bonnie is well known to everyone in the drag racing world as a friend, mentor and all around good guy.

 

 

 

For over 20 years, Paul Yaffe has created custom motorcycles, working on as many as 12 commissioned bikes in any given year. Many a Paul Yaffe Original has graced the pages of motorcycle magazines in the U.S. and abroad. As part of his creative process, Paul often engineers new and exciting parts for one of his custom creations. Often those parts are in demand from others in the custom-bike building world. So, Paul created his Bagger Nation brand of custom parts and accessories for touring motorcycles. Paul’s contributions do not end with the motorcycle industry, though. He’s well-known as an advocate and fundraiser for children’s charities both in Phoenix and in the Black Hills of South Dakota.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

As Sturgis starts to wind down and everyone heads home exhausted, the reports and articles from Sturgis events will start to flood Headquarters.  We will endeavor to bring you each report in a timely manner!  If you are dreaming of attending the 75th Sturgis Bike Rally next summer, reports are trickling in that many bookings are already taken, and you will need to reserve your rooms now for next summer.  Start saving too, as the 75th Anniversary is going to be one hell of a party, but likely to cost much more because it is such a special year.  

As we wait for Bandit’s return…..get your bikes out and RIDE!

 

Mistress Chris and Krash