Hey,
Look out, this year is destined to be bananas. On one end business is down, on the other end, it’s growing. Global warming may have quit, but the EPA wants to pass more restrictions and collect more fines. Is life really all about the money? I thought it was sex, open roads, and custom motorcycles.
Fuck the money, let’s ride. But first read the news:
SUPPORT THE TROOPS– Balls Bobbers is raffling off the award winning Military Biker-Buildoff Bobber. Raffling tickets are just $10 a piece. CALL 405.285.0808 to get your tickets today!
Bobber Details
Brass Balls Bobbers started with a clear powder-coated Brass Balls Bobbers gooseneck frame to show its high quality construction.
The frame is 1026 DOM steel and hand TIG welded. They Scotchbrite-textured all the chrome and polished components.
Some special-built pieces include: Hawg Halters hand controls, Crime Scene ?Rapide? headlight and air cleaner, Tauer Machine 2 inch Warlord primary, Leroy Thompson hammered brass signature series grips, Rich Phillips hand-tooled leather seat and Chopper Shocks seat shock system.
The foot controls were fabricated from 1918 trench warfare knives. A P-51 Mustang style exhaust was bent into a 2 into 1 high-performance system. Win your bobber by calling 405.285.0808.
–Jeff Najar
NOSTALGIA TIMING COVER– This timing cover is CNC machined from a forged aluminum blank, and then brilliantly chrome plated. Includes all mounting hardware.
SPECTRO EXPANDING–I am pleased to announce that Intercontinental Lubricants is expanding its product selection to offer car enthusiasts a line of mineral and semi-synthetic lubricants fortified with over 2 times as much friction-fighting additives as most available oils today.
These Motor-Guard lubricants will be offered in mineral oil and semi-synthetic formulations under the Spectro brand name.
All will feature 1,800 ppm of ZDDP friction-fighting additives, well in excess of available lubricants.
Spectro Golden Motor-Guard semi-synthetic premium lubricant will be offered in viscosities of 5w30, 5w40, 10w30, 10w40, and 20w50.
Spectro Motor-Guard premium quality mineral oils will be offered in viscosities of 10w40, 20w50, and SAE30.
We are offering these products through our web site (www.goldenmotorguard.com) and select automotive shops are welcome to contact us.
We decided to expand this line because our friends in the muscle car and collector markets were continually complaining that they had to mix product to protect their flat tappet motors, and ?why don?t you make a ZDDP-fortified oil for us??
Golden Motor-Guard Semi-Synthetic motor oil combines the best properties of petroleum and Group IV PAO synthetic base stocks to provide levels of protection unattainable by any conventional oil. Golden MotorGuard?s exceptional anti-wear additive uptreats (1,800 ppm of zinc and phosphorus) to protect flat tappets, reduce wear, extend component life, and provide tremendous lubrication protection in extreme heat conditions.
Golden Motor-Guard provides excellent performance in high RPM racing engines and marine applications, as well.
Spectro Motor-Guard motor oil is a high-performance mineral motor oil that delivers exceptional levels of protection unattainable by most conventional oils.
Motor-Guard also provides car owners with uptreats of anti-wear additives (1,800 ppm of zinc and phosphorus) to protect flat tappets, reduce wear, extend component life, and provide tremendous lubrication protection. Special proprietary shear-stable polymers help maintain viscosity and resist ?break-down? providing reduced consumption and excellent protection from metal to metal contact.
Spectro Motor-Guard products exceed all known manufacturers? warranty requirements, and are recommended for use in all gasoline-powered equipment fleet applications. Meets A.P.I. SL Quality levels.
V-TWIN EXPO TO HOST MOTORCYCLE ACTION GROUP MEETING–Wilmington, California, December 30, 2008: Keith R. Ball, President of Bikernet.com has met with several industry leaders to investigate a Motorcycle Action Committee under SEMA. The tough economic times have made it obvious to him and several others that the motorcycle aftermarket industry needs to band together. SEMA, The Specialty Equipment Market Association, which is an aftermarket advocacy group for the Hot Rod and automotive industry, represent over 7,500 members. “Timing is everything,” said Ball. “Years ago this was attempted, but the motorcycle industry lacked a unified voice. Fortunately we still have this opportunity to step up, band together and protect our industry through SEMA and the MIC.”
In this economic climate SEMA brings a large variety of services and benefits to the custom motorcycle aftermarket, the builders, dealers and the motorcycle rights groups such as the MRF (Motorcycle Riders Foundation). A short list of items SEMA offers to the automotive industry follows:
Business Resources & Solutions
SEMA Membership Directory
Freight Savings Plan (Siriani)
Property & Liability Insurance Savings Program(SEIA)
Manufacturer Credit Reporting Group (SCRG)
Mailing Labels for 7,000 Plus Companies
Industry Classified Ad Postings/Listings
Comprehensive Industry Calendar of events
Retail Credit Card Program (CarCareONE)
Market Research
Ongoing research reports, including
? Market Study ? Annual Light Truck Accessorization
? Trends & Forecasts
? Diesel Market
? Compact Performance Market
? Mobile Consumer Electronics
OEM Relations & Programs
Hands-on access to new vehicles(Measuring Sessions)
OEM-provided CAD/CAM drawings(Technology Transfer)
Vehicle Technology Conference
Dealer Relations
Installer Certification
Licensing
Warranty Program (ProPledge)
Educational & Training Programs
National Education Conference (NEC)
Live seminars
Webinars
Installer Certification Programs
Internet Symposium Sponsored by SCC
Internship Opportunities
Scholarships & Loan Forgiveness-
Government Advocacy/Legislative Programs
Professional lobbying staff (Federal & State)
Legislative alerts and comprehensive website
Grass-root Enthusiast Support/SEMA Action
Network (SAN)
Political Action Committee (PAC)
Quarterly PAC Newsletter
World-Class Trade Shows
SEMA Show
SEMA Spring Expo
SEMA OFFROAD
PAACE Automechanika and Salon de SEMA
MPMC Media Trade Conference
Councils & Committees
Automotive Restoration Market Organization(ARMO)
Hot Rod Industry Alliance (HRIA)
Light-Truck Accessory Alliance (LTAA)
Manufactures Rep Council (MRC)
Motorsports Parts Manufacturers Councils(MPMC)
Professional Restylers Organization (PRO)
Sport Compact Council (SCC)
Wheel & Tire Council (WTC)
SEMA Businesswomen’s Network (SBN)
Young Executive Network (YEN)
International Resources
International Market Reports
International Buyers’ Guide
Consumer Affairs & Public Relations
International Support at Domestic Shows
Industry Communications
Monthly Trade Magazine, SEMA News
? Bi-Monthly SEMA Member News within
SEMA News
Weekly Electronic Newsletter, SEMA eNews
Financial Newsletter, Financial Fax
Comprehensive websites
“This was especially exciting for me because I was a charter member of the ARMO Council that represents the automotive restoration market,” said Seth Doulton, President of Horsepower Productions. “I served on and headed up the licensing and OE relations committee, and I can tell you first hand that it was the best thing in my 35 years in the market place to ever come down the road. The restoration industry has benefited three fold by the networking that is strengthened by SEMA’s leadership and power. The motorcycle industry has needed this for many years. We need to build a strong team so that SEMA knows we are for real.”
An initial meeting was held a few months back to gauge interest and with the overwhelming positive response they have scheduled a meeting during the Cincy V-Twin Expo show to discuss this effort with the Industry, SEMA and MIC members, Sunday, February 8, 2009 at 9:00 a.m ROOM 251. This is a not-to-be- missed meeting during the biggest aftermarket trade show for the custom motorcycle industry.
“This could be the chance of a lifetime for our industry,” said Ball. “Especially in this current economic climate, but it’s up to us to get involved.” This committee will be open to any members of our industry on the American or Metric side, manufacturers, clubs, shops, dealers, builders or individuals. A major goal of this committee will be to support motorcycle rights groups around the world including the MRF with 60 state charters and 250,000 members. “Our primary goal is to keep the custom industry free and vibrant in the coming years,” Ball said.
For more information contact:
Keith R. Ball
Bikernet.com
(310) 830-0630
Bandit@Bikernet.com
To Attend the show contact:
V-Twin Expo
Paisano Publications LLC
Executive Producer: Jim Betlach
(952) 443-4168
Ken Conte
Rise Above Consulting
(970) 227-3588
ken@riseaboveconsulting.com
BIKERNET FREEDOM FILM EFFORT INTERNATIONAL FILM CONSULTANT–Will be glad to help you in any way possible.If you are planning on making a travelogue or a journey. Its alwaysbest not to do too much of research or stick to a plan. Too much ofthat automatically renders the mind to follow a particular path and inthe process overlooking few other interesting alternatives whichlocals might know of.
This option also increases your interaction with locals and the viewergets the information first hand, otherwise the same has to be put innarration ( which can kill the space apt for music/background score)
I am sure a review from you or just the visibility on your websitewould give the films a tremendous boost, many thanks for the same.
I will send the DVD of our first film tomorrow, second one as soon asit is released.
–Gaurav
CYCLE SOURCE MAGAZINE LOOKING FOR MILITARY BIKES FOR SPECIAL ISSUE– ‘We are looking for some military bikes to feature, meaning guys that are in the military now, or just home,” said Christopher Callen, publisher of Cycle Source Magazine.
They are also looking for short paragraph and a picture of guys who are coming home or have just come home and their story about coming home to motorcycling, or building their bike from overseas or something like that. Any thoughts? e-mail me at cyclesource69@comcast.net
–Lisa
603-377-0517
www.cyclesource.com/newsblog
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1ST ANNUAL HSM GANG SWAP MEET–Join us on January 25, 2009 at the Richmond Raceway Complex (Directions: http://www.rir.com/news/track_news/535505.html) for a great opportunity to sell all those used motorcycle parts that are cluttering up your garage and fill your wallet with CASH. Booths (10×10) start at only $40 each, so reserve early to get the best location.
Send in payment by check with the registration form or fax to 804-231-0250 and pay via PayPal to ebay@departure.com
Please call Lee or Bob with questions. See you on the 25th!
–Bob Carlin
Departure Bike Works, Inc.
804-231-0244
www.departure.com
5216 Hull St Rd, Richmond 23224
(1.5 miles east of Chippenham Pkwy)
OPEN Mon-Fri 9 to 5 Sat 10-4
WHEELS THROUGH TIME TO PARTICIPATE IN PRESIDENTIAL INAUGURATION DAY PARADE–On January 20, 2009, the Wheels Through Time American Transportation Museum in Maggie Valley, NC will be making history once again — this time, participating in the 2009 Presidential Inauguration Day Parade. During the historic event, the museum will bring a small fleet of WWI era motorcycles to Washington to participate in a procession celebrating the 90th Anniversary of the transcontinental Army motor convoy on the Lincoln Highway in 1919.
Completed in 1915, the Lincoln Highway was America’s first transcontinental highway, stretching from New York City to San Francisco, CA. Passing through 14 states, 128 counties, and over 500 cities, towns, and villages, the highway was America’s first major monument to President Abraham Lincoln, predating the Lincoln Memorial by over 9 years. The highway, which quickly became known as “The Main Street Across America”, was developed to improve interstate travel and to make easier the ability for citizens to travel from the Eastern United States to the Western states.
In late November 2008, Wheels Through Time Museum curator, Dale Walksler, was contacted by Craig Harmon, founder and director of the Lincoln Highway National Museum in Galion, Ohio about participating in the momentous event in January. As part of the parade, Walksler, Harmon, and a host of other participants will ride vintage motorcycles and automobiles of the era in a procession celebrating the 90th anniversary of the United States Army’s first transcontinental motor convoy across the United States.
Completed in 1919, the motor convoy began in Washington, DC and ran to San Francisco in an effort to determine how well troops could be moved from coast to coast. Over eighty vehicles made the 62-day trip, and through the rugged journey from east to west, U.S. Army observer Dwight D. Eisenhower, then a lieutenant colonel in the Army, began to develop his plan for an interstate highway system he would later implement during his presidency.
“Wheels Through Time is extremely honored to take part in such a historic event,” said museum curator, Dale Walksler. “Regardless of your political affiliation or involvement, this will be an event remembered for years to come. Again, we’re honored to be a part.”
For more information, visit the museum’s website, located at www.WheelsThroughTime.com, or call them at (828) 926-6266.
BIG DOG MOTORCYCLES NEW RETAIL INCENTIVE–?Wind Chill: 4,000 Below,?Offers Cash Allowances Of Up To $4,000.
For a limited time, customers can enjoy substantial cash allowances of up to $4,000 on the company?s line of high performance, high style motorcycles
WICHITA, Kansas (January 5, 2009) ? Big Dog Motorcycles, the leading manufacturer of high performance, high style motorcycles, has launched an all-new retail incentive: Wind Chill: 4,000 Below, which provides new buyers manufacturer?s cash allowances of up to $4,000 on remaining new 2008 and 2007 models.
?Every motorcycle we have recently brought to the market is high performance, going from 0 to 60 in 3.9 seconds; fuel efficient, at over 40 miles per gallon; and high style, complete with hand-painted individuality. All backed by a 15 year-old company. This new incentive is an extra reason to ride one of our bikes,? commented Paul Hansen, Big Dog Motorcycles? Marketing Director. ?The incentive helps makes our motorcycles more accessible to more people wanting to experience ownership, especially in today?s economy.?
Cash Allowances of the new ?Wind Chill:
4,000 Below? Incentive Program, effective now, include:
?$4,000: 2008 Pitbull
?$3,000: 2007 Bulldog, Chopper, Mastiff, Pitbull
?$2,000: 2008 Mutt, Mastiff, Ridgeback and 2007 K-9
?$1,500: 2008 K-9
?Now is the best time to buy one of our bikes,? Hansen continued. ?The new program offers customers and unparalleled value on Big Dog Motorcycles? high style, high performance line-up.?
For complete information and program restrictions, visit an authorized Big Dog Motorcycles dealer orwww.bigdogmotorcycles.com .
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BIKERNET TECH INVESTIGATION OF THE WEEK– I have a custom road star cruiser with an independent fab tank andHot Match gas cap. My question is….the cap let fuel seep through if thetank is full and recently caused some minor damage to my paint. I was able tobuff that out but wanted to ask if this venting is normal and if there is someway to prevent or avoid gas seepage through the cap.
I have ensured the capis securely tightened, but think it seeps from the venting mechanism or something. Please let me know.
I took a few photos of the cap today and am not sure where the vent is supposed to be. Here are a few pics. They aren’t the clearest, but they should give you an idea of my cap.
–Steve Albright
“pouncer13@yahoo.com”
If you know the answer to his tech dilemma, feel free to respond directly to him or write us a note, we’ll pass it on and publish it for reader info.–Wrench.
YOU ARE INVITED TO THE LEATHER SALE– Torian Chopper Leathers jackets are soft to the touch and wear like iron. The Work Jacket is discounted 50% for January and is styled after the popular Dickies? jacket.
It has everything that you need including:
* 2 hand warmer pockets
* 4 inside pockets (2 security pockets)
* Snap down collar
* Adjustable waist
The Work Jacket looks good on and off the bike. You can wear it to the bar, rally, game, dinner or to work. It plan looks good. This promotion won’t last long so order a Leather jacket today.
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