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BAK BIG AIR KIT FROM BIKERS CHOICE–Biker?s Choice introduces the ?BAK? BIG AIR KIT Pinstripe in black or chrome from Baron Custom Accessories. This kit substantially increases horsepower and torque, maximizes fuel efficiency; up to 2-5 more MPG?s. Testing has consistently produced 9 to 11 HP with no modifications and tests of the Big Sucker, RSD, Screamin? Eagle and HyperCharger showed all to produce between 5 and 6 HP. In other words, more bang for your buck. They allow for quicker, harder and faster acceleration. The ?MassFlo? filter dynamically increases airflow and velocity.
The badge shape of these kits allows them to integrate and blend between the cylinders enhancing the V-Twin Cylinders and exposing the heads and pushrod tubes. It also does not interfere with the riders comfort, out of the way of your legs. The filter does not come out as far as the cam cover nor does it come back as far as the stock filter.
Each kit comes with easy to understand directions and all mounting hardware and a breather kit.
For more information on this and other Baron Products, visit www.Bikerschoice.com or visit one of our many Biker?s Choice? dealers.
Happy Riding!!
–Carmen
Roehr Motorcycles to introduce a line of electric sport and racing motorcycles–Roehr Motorcycles LLC, the maker of the fastest and most powerful American production sportbike, the 180hp,1250sc, will introduce a line of electric sport and racing motorcycles in the spring of this year.
The new eRoehr model range will consist of two models, the powerful eSuperbike and the lower spec’d eSupersport. Both models will feature state-of-the-art AC induction motor, and advanced high energy, Lithium ion battery technologies.Fresh, modern styling, combined with advanced electric vehicle drive technology will raise the standards of electric motorcycle performance and desirability to new levels.
The powerful new electric eSuperbike model will feature 96 hp, and 210 lb/ft of torque and a high energy discharge, 10 Kwh, lithium iron phosphate battery pack.This results in a machine capable of high top speeds, and blistering acceleration that only the seamless and instantaneous torque of electric motor drive can provide.
The eSuperbike will also feature premium suspension and brake components, providing race level performance and safety margins.
The eSupersport model features a 48 hp, 105 lb/ft of torque, AC induction motor, with a high energy 6 Kwh Lithium iron phosphate battery pack. The eSupersport will be the entry level of electric sportbike performance, providing a 100 mph top speed with smooth and effortless acceleration.
The powerful eSuperbike will be the basis of Roehr Motorcycles’ entry into the upcoming 2010 US TTXGP series. Roehr Motorcycles will also be offering race prepared versions of the eSuperbike for teams or individuals competing in the upcoming TTXGP, and FIM e-Power racing series’.
Pricing and additional information will be announced over the coming weeks. More information, as well as advanced ordering information is now available by contacting Roehr Motorcycles LLC at 1-708-212-7324 or through www.roehrmotorcycles.com
“YOU MAY BE A TALIBAN IF…”1. You refine heroin for a living, but you have a moral objection to liquor.
2. You own a $3,000 machine gun and $5,000 rocket launcher, but you can’t afford shoes.
3. You have more wives than teeth.
4. You wipe your butt with your bare hand, but consider bacon “unclean.”
5. You think vests come in two styles: bullet-proof and suicide.
6. You can’t think of anyone you haven’t declared Jihad against.
7. You consider television dangerous, but routinely carry explosives in your clothing.
8. You were amazed to discover that cell phones have uses other than setting off roadside bombs.
9. You have nothing against women and think every man should own at least four.
10. You’ve always had a crush on your neighbor’s goat.
ALL NEW ROAD GUARDIANS PROGRAM–Milwaukee, WI ? January 7, 2010 Accident Scene Management Inc. (ASMI), a national provider of training for motorcycle safety related classes, today announced the launch of Road Guardians, a program aimed at reducing injuries and fatalities to motorcyclists by promoting safety on the road, and roadguardians.org, its one stop online for all motorcycle safety, legal and rider networking resources. According to ASMI, one of the principal values of the Road Guardian program and website is that it provides member?s quick access to safety education and rider resources whatever their skill level, supporting the beginner through the life-long enthusiast.
The Road Guardian program provides incentives and recognition to encourage educated responsible riding through continued education that extends beyond Basic Rider classes. Road Guardian members enjoy enhanced website benefits such as collaborative ride & event planners and over 1000 discounts! Members can work to achieve certification which includes Accident Scene Management Basic & Advanced Training, CPR, and Basic Rider Education.
In addition, annual refresher courses are provided to members online and include updates to reflect the latest in techniques and recommendations. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, only 3% of all roadway crashes involve motorcyclists yet 17% of traffic fatalities are motorcycle related. Statistically, another motorcyclist is first on the scene of a motorcycle crash. More than 15,000 students have completed ASMI?s ANCC accredited U.S. Department of Transportation, first-responder-based curriculum that teaches them how to start proper & effective emergency care until help arrives.
Vicki Sanfelipo, Co-founder and President of Road Guardians stated, ?To date, 29% of all students having completed one of our safety courses has used their training within 3 years of being trained. Our goal is to promote safety education for all bikers through our Road Guardian program. It encourages life-long learning and saves lives.?
Roadguardians.org enhances the Road Guardian program by providing access to a variety of free resources including state and national safety resources, local and national events, biker-recommended legal resources, motorcycle-related businesses and offers members incentives and rewards.
Safety Resources. Training courses and programs organized in six education categories developed by the National Agenda for Motorcycle Safety (NAMS).
Legal Resources. Access personal injury lawyers recommended by bikers and validated using a six point system which includes ethics and peer ratings.
Biker-Owned Businesses. Members nominate businesses in their local community to connect bikers with bikers that can help with everything from a hair cut to home repairs.
News and Events. Lists scheduled activities and motorcycle news impacting the biker community.
Members Only. Access to group riding education, including real-time collaborative ride planners and event planning tools, online refresher course, vendor incentives and discounts, online ride and safety training recordkeeping, and other resources to support Road Guardian members.
Road Guardians will be hosting the first national safety event, Biker?s Betterment Conference (BBC), on March 26-27, 2010, in Chicago, IL at the Doubletree Hotel & Convention Center O?Hare. Nationally recognized speakers will be sharing their knowledge on topics such as proper braking, ABS, Impairment & Awareness, and motorcycle crash situational learning. Vendors will be displaying safety related products and will give participants an opportunity to ask the experts questions about their products. Registrations are now being accepted at www.roadguardians.org and are open to all motorcyclists.
Basic Road Guardian program membership (which requires ASMI Basic training) is $19.95 annually and is available immediately for purchase at www.roadguardians.org . For a list of ASMI classes, visit www.accidentscene.org.
Ashley Greene in Skinsuits for SoBe–Nothing comes between Ashley Greene and her SoBe. At least that is what the folks at Pepsi claim. Anyway. “The Twilight Saga” actress is celebrating the launch of SoBe Lifewater’s newest 0 calorie flavors by posing in SoBe skinsuits for the pages of Sports Illustrated’s iconic Swimsuit issue. The advertising spread from SoBe appears exclusively in the eagerly-anticipated 2010 edition which hits newsstands Wednesday, February 10.
No idea how the stuff tastes, but we sure like the advertising already.
– – C.S. Berg
BIKERNET GOVERNMENT INVESTIGATION TEAM FINDINGS–Due to the current financial situation caused by the slowdown in the economy, Congress has decided to implement a scheme to put workers of 50 years of age and above on early retirement, thus creating jobs and reducing unemployment.
This scheme will be known as RAPE (Retire Aged People Early).Persons selected to be RAPED can apply to Congress to be considered for the SHAFT program (Special Help After Forced Termination).
Persons who have been RAPED and SHAFTED will be reviewed under the SCREW program (System Covering Retired-Early Workers).
A person may be RAPED once, SHAFTED twice and SCREWED as many times as Congress deems appropriate.
Persons who have been RAPED could get AIDS (Additional Income for Dependants & Spouse) or HERPES (Half Earnings for Retired Personnel Early Severance).
Obviously persons who have AIDS or HERPES will not be SHAFTED or SCREWED any further by Congress.
Persons who are not RAPED and are staying on will receive as much SHIT (Special High Intensity Training) as possible. Congress has always prided themselves on the amount of SHIT they give our citizens.
Should you feel that you do not receive enough SHIT, please bring this to the attention of your Congressman, who has been trained to give you all the SHIT you can handle.
Sincerely,
–The Committee for Economic Value of Individual Lives (E.V.I.L.)
PS – – Due to recent budget cuts and the rising cost of electricity, gas and oil, as well as current market conditions, the Light at the End of the Tunnel has been turned off.
–from Rogue
NEW YEARS BLESSING FROM THE AEROMACH GODS–At Aeromach we wish that the New Year holds many blessings for you and your family. Last year provided blessing for our company and we feel truly blessed to be in this passionate industry that reflects so much that is right in America.
That?s why we wanted you to know more about our firm and what we stand for.
First, we believe in America, in the freedoms that we have and in the American worker. It might be out-of-fashion, but our old-school values of buying American, building in America and supporting our products with American employees is important to us.
We are proud to be in North Carolina and proud that every custom motorcycle part that goes through our door is built in this state. To learn more about hand-crafted billet aluminum components for your motorcycle connect with Aeromach USA at www.aeromachmfg.com.
Have an outstanding year,
–Paul Aiken, President Aeromach USA
RUSH HOLDS THE LINE ON 2010 PRICING–RUSH announced today the company will hold the line on 2010 pricing and will not have a price increase. Normally prices increase 3%-7% to make up for inflation, rising taxes and costs of goods. However, Terry Daniel, Founder and CEO says, ?RUSH made significant gains in holding down costs and will pass the savings on to the consumer.?
RUSH exhaust products have many unique features that set themselves apart from other motorcycle exhaust manufacturers. The benefits and aggressive pricing make RUSH the ultimate value in mufflers and exhaust systems.
Rush Racing Products manufactures high quality motorcycle exhaust systems and mufflers for American and Metric V-Twins. The company has been involved in high performance exhaust manufacturing since the early 1990?s. Rush is a family owned company focused on exceptional products with outstanding customer service. All Rush products are proudly Made in America at their state of the art facilities in Merrillville, Indiana.
–Nick Trumbo
Marketing Manager
ASSEMBLE YOUR RIDING LEATHERS FOR 2010–Edge, the man behind the Horse’s Smoke Out & Long Road, rides with Torian Chopper Leathers. When he swings a leg over his chopper you will see a full sleeve Torian Chopper Leather Race Shirt. They are comfortable, tough and made with plenty of pockets. Click here to check out Torian’s fully lined, mid weight leather shirt.
This is happening in too many places around the country– The MMA is scheduled to meet with Registry of Motor Vehicles (RMV) Registrar Rachael Kaprielian and Massachusetts Secretary of Transportation Jeffrey Mullan on Monday, January 11, 2010 to discuss the misappropriated Motorcycle Safety Fund monies.
The RMV reported 182,215 motorcycles registered through September 2009. According to MMA calculations there should have been $364,430 deposited into the Safety Fund Account ($2.00 per registered motorcycle). Since there wasonly $177,801 initially deposited, $12,157 was removed, AND another $50,000 was also removed for other purposes, the MMA is fighting to get $248,786 added back to this fund and demand we receive a full accounting of the monies already stolen from this fund.
M.G.L. Chapter 90, Section 34 specifically states, “$2 from each motorcycle registration fee shall be paid by the registrar or by the person collecting the registration fee into the General Fund and shall be appropriated solely for the purpose of promoting and advancing motorcycle safety.”
To repeat: By Law, $364,430 should have been put into the Motorcycle Safety Fund to be used solely for safety and awareness.
Please send a WRITTEN LETTER to RMV Registrar Kaprielian, MASSDOT Secretary Jeffrey Mullan, and Governor Deval Patrick TODAY expressing your feelings regarding the raiding of YOUR Safety Fund. The addresses are at the end of this message and a sample letter is available on the MMA’s Web Site.
For MAXIMUM IMPACT, we need your letters to get there BEFORE our meeting!
Please act today! For further information and details, please check the
MMA’s Web Site:www.MassMotorcycle.org
Registry of Motor Vehicles
Attn: Registrar Kaprielian
General Mail
Box #55889
Boston, MA 02205-5889
Massachusetts State House
Office of the Governor
Room 280
Boston, MA 02133
Massachusetts Department of Transportation
ATTN: Jeffrey Mullan
10 Park Plaza, Suite 3170
Boston, MA 02116
For more information, please contact LegislativeDirector@MassMotorcycle.org or go to the MMA’s Web Site: www.MassMotorcycle.org
–from Rogue
FIVE RULES FOR MEN TO FOLLOW TO HAVE A HAPPY LIFE–1. It’s important to have a woman who helps at home, who cooks from time to time, cleans up and has a job.
2. It’s important to have a woman who can make you laugh.
3. It’s important to have a woman who you can trust and who doesn’t lie to you.
4. It’s important to have a woman who is good in bed and who likes to be with you.
5. It’s very, very important that these four women do not know each other.
TRIBUTE, Harry William Pressell, Jr. February 24th, 1947 – January 2nd, 2010–I wanted to let friends know that Harry’s funeral is private.
I’ve contacted the President of Harry’s MC and will post information here if and when they will be planning a memorial, as well as any further information that friends might be interested in.
If you would like to sign Harry’s guest book, you can visit it at Strano Funeral Home’s website which is, www.strano-feeley.com
DISTURBED TO PLAY BUFFALO CHIP AUGUST 13– Hard rock virtuosos Disturbed will play at the Legendary Buffalo Chip, Friday, Aug. 13 during the annual Sturgis Motorcycle Rally.
The Chicago-based rockers have been one of the most highly respected hard rock bands in the world since their blockbuster debut album, ?The Sickness? was released in 2000. They followed with platinum selling ?Believe,? ?Ten Thousand Fists,? and ?Indestructible,? all of which debuted at Number 1 on the Billboard 200.
Their hits include: ?Down With The Sickness,? ?Stupify,? ?The Game,? ?Voices,? ?Liberate,? ?Prayer,? ?Remember,? ?Guarded,? ?Just Stop,? ?Land of Confusion,? ?Stricken,? ?Ten Thousand Fists,? ?Inside the Fire,? Perfect Insanity,? ?The Night,? and ?Indestructible.? ?This Moment? was released on the Transformer?s soundtrack.
?Disturbed has defined hard rock in this decade. They have it all,? said Rod Woodruff, Buffalo Chip owner. ?The Buffalo Chip music fans who attend the Sturgis Rally every year have let us know how much they appreciate a great hard rock performance and Disturbed delivers.?
Disturbed joins Texas rock icons, ZZ Top for the Buffalo Chip?s 2010 Sturgis Rally concert season. Woodruff said Sturgis Rally music fans could expect numerous band announcements in the coming weeks. The Buffalo Chip has become well known in the music and motorcycle industries for the nine days of top name concerts presented annually during the Sturgis Motorcycle Rally.
The first Buffalo Chip event occurred in 1982 and has contributed to the consistent growth of the annual Sturgis Rally.
More information is available at BuffaloChip.com and on Twitter and Facebook. Reservations can be made at BuffaloChip.com.
THE FIRST WEEK REPORT–If this week is any indication of 2010, hang on. Just in this one news we brought you the elixir of life and stress management, Green Tea. We offered up three chances to win a custom bikes, and the best deal of the year (so far) to buy a new Harley-Davidson.
Next week we will deliver the Bikernet Bonneville 5-Ball Racing Program, a complete report on the new vintage 4-speed transmissions from Baker, I’ll get to Ross’s classic old chopper feature, and bring you a report on Jeff Decker’s controversial sculpture.
I’ve got to tell you something. We don’t make a lot of bucks with this endeavor, but I sure enjoy the freedom to bring you motorcycle content on a daily basis. This couldn’t be more fun or rewarding. I would probably hammer at these keys 24 hours a day, if I got hooked on crank. It’s a rush.Oh, I had a surprise. I’ve been approached to create a massive metal sculpture for the City of Wilmington. It’s just another project you’ll see come together on Bikernet This year. Hang On.
Ride Forever,
–Bandit
