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MOTORCYCLISTS–GET OUT AND VOTE–THAT’S AN ORDER!–In a matter of days, Americans will make the decision as to who will bethe 44th President of the United States. Presidential elections bring outthe largest number of voters, and the top of the ticket can have adefinite impact on the down ballot races. Those races, specifically the435 seats in the House of Representatives and the 35 seats in the UnitedStates Senate (there are 2 special Senatorial elections this year inaddition to the 33 seats in this cycle) should be of serious interest tous.
In the next Congress we will see debate begin on the re-authorization ofthe Interstate Highway funding act, which has historically been thedefining piece of legislation for us. It is imperative that we support ourfriends in Congress in those down ballot races and not let them get buriedin what could be a landslide vote for President in some states. A defeatof Congressmen who are supportive of our issues could turn what weperceive to be potentially a positive piece of legislation on its ear.
The days of “transfer penalties”, sometimes referred to as “helmet lawblackmail”, could be on the horizon if we don’t get out and vote.
There are over six million Americans who ride motorcycles. Our challengein the coming year will be to convey the message to those who hold publicoffice that:
? Motorcyclists are overwhelmingly registered as voters.
? Motorcyclists show up at the polls on Election Day in a far higherpercentage than almost any other demographic group.
? Motorcyclists are mindful of the voting records and views onmotorcycling of the candidates for congress.
? That when those six million motorcyclists are face to face with theirballots, they will lean to those candidates who are supportive of ourissues.
We can make those points a reality on November 4th. Then, when that factbegins to resonate through the halls of Congress, our problems will beginto fade away.
Everything that we do as activists in the motorcyclists’ rights movementis important. Nothing, however, is as important as voting. It trumpseverything else that we do.
This report is not meant to sway anyone to vote for any particularcandidate for federal office. It is intended to motivate you to get outand vote. Remember, elections are won on Election Day – the actualelection is the only poll that counts.
If you haven’t already taken advantage of early voting, get to the pollson November 4th. Ride your bike, wear your leathers, wear your vest, oryour colors. Bring your helmet into the polling place, or rev your bikewhen you leave. Do it – but most importantly vote.
Think of voting as something that is the most important maintenance taskyou’ll do to keep your bike on the road. Vote as if your riding in futureyears depends on it – it does.
NO EXCUSES – VOTE NOVEMBER 4TH
–Michael Kerr
MRF Vice President
THE SCOTT JACOB’S MANTRA–As you know by now Scott Jacobs? mantra is to challenge himself with each new painting he attempts, a successful formula proven over the last fifteen years. His latest endeavor, FAR NIENTE, is certainly no exception.
One almost needs a magnifying glass to really appreciate the fine detail in this work as your eyes scan the label on the bottle and then move to the drawing on the wood crate. This is all created meticulously by the masterful hand of Mr. Scott Jacobs.
Scott has decided that this work will be listed as the rarest of rare in that only 30 examples (20 x 28 image size) of a canvas giclee edition will be produced. Each will be an Artist Proof and beautifully framed. (Optional 90 day interest-free financing available).
Please call Ron @ 303-431-4453 or email any questions you may have. Let me know if you?d like to see the frame as we are in the process of selecting it
HOW TO GET YOUR PINK PARTZ DIRTY–Professional AMA Grand National Flat Track Racer Nichole Cheza Shows off her Pink Partz at the dirt track
Minneapolis, MN? Female AMA Grand National racer Nichole Cheza chooses Pink Partz apparel as a way of expressing herself off the dirt track. Michigan based racer, Cheza has been riding since she was just three years old and racing, yes racing, since she was a mere four years old. Nichole turned pro in 2004 after receiving the Female Athlete of the Year award in 2003.
Pink Partz recently launched an apparel and accessory line featuring cool products that feel right in a world of horsepower and torque. Pink Partz slogan states: ?Don?t be afraid to get your Pink Partz dirty?, clearly Cheza took that statement to a whole new level by endorsing the line and wearing it on and off the race track.
?Pink Partz gets it. They know what the ride means to me and people like me. I was lucky enough to hear about PP before it launched so have been wearing the clothing for quite a while. I get a kick out of wearing something that makes a statement and gets attention. Girls love this line and tell me that it was long overdue. The guys smile and blush sometimes, that reaction is what it is all about. Pink Partz gets it and it shows in their product. If you believe in the passion of the ride?hot rod, bike, sled, ATV, Dirt Bike wear PP you?ll see, people dig it? explained racer Cheza who is not afraid to get her Pink Partz dirty.
Pink Partz will mean something different to each person. Some take it to a naughty place, while others revel in the fact that the line was created for people that love horsepower. For those taking a more dangerous understanding of the brand, the product will elicit a fun response.
Moving forward watch for additional line creations set to release just in time for the Holidays, as well as innovative ride accessories. Pink Partz offers a fresh new approach by providing distinctive and exclusive designs.
Pink Partz products are in stock now and available to ship. Check the line out at www.pinkpartz.com
To learn more about Nichole Cheza, visit: www.nicholecheza.com
LIFESTYLE DEAL OF THE WEEK–MASSIVE 330 REAR TIRE, CHAIN DRIVE & RSD 6-SPEED ONLY $19,995.00
2000 HARLEY DAVIDSON FAT BOYOVER $35K INVESTED! Now $16,500
SPECIAL THANKS TO ALL VANCOUVER TOY RUN PARTICIPANTS!–The B.C. Coalition of Motorcyclists and the Lower Mainland Christmas Bureau would like to thank all of the wonderful volunteers, sponsors and riders who came together to support the 30th Annual Vancouver Toy Run on October 5th.
The Toy Run raises much needed toys and funds to provide underprivileged families assistance at Christmas time. This event is one of the most important toy raising events in the Lower Mainland and it directly supports ten local Christmas Bureaus. This year we lucked out with a beautiful sunny day and the ride raised over 4,000 toys and $21,000 in monetary donations with an estimated 5-7,000 people in participating.
The ride left Coquitlam Centre at 10:00 am and proceeded full parade style through Coquitlam, Port Moody, and Burnaby to Vancouver where it ended at the PNE grounds. In celebration of the Vancouver Toy Run’s 30 years of serving the community, the British Columbia Motorcycle Drill Team, sponsored by Megson Fitzpatrick, Motorcycle insurance specialists, gave a special performance at the Coquitlam Centre parking lot before the ride left.
If you’re were not able to attend the ride but would still like to support this great cause, toy and monetary donations can be mailed to or dropped off at the Lower Mainland Christmas Bureau’s new office at: 3rd floor, 1870 Pandora St, Vancouver, BC, V5L 1M5
All in all it was a very successful day and we are so thankful for the outstanding support we received from everyone. We will be doing it all again on Sunday, October 4, 2009, so please mark your calendars! Ride details will be updated here: http://www.toyrun.lmcb.ca/
OCTOBER 2008
October 29 – BCCOM MEeting (info above)
October 30 – FREE Barnes Harley-Davidson? Hallowe?en Drive-In Movie – (604) 534-6044 or www.barneshd.com
NOVEMBER 2008
November 6 – Swan Charities 2009 Calendar Release Party at Schanks (Starlight Casino), 350 Gifford Street, New Westminster – swancharities@gmail.comNovember 11 – Barnes Remembrance Day Parade Ride – (604) 534-6044 or www.barneshd.com
JANUARY 2009
January 22 – 25 – Vancouver Motorcycle Show – (604) 535-7584 or http://www.sportshows.ca/VanCycle/
B.C. Coalition of Motorcyclists
Email: office@bccom-bc.com
Website: www.bccom-bc.com
Phone: (604) 580-0111 or 1-877-580-0111
“Working for Your Freedom to Ride!”
5-BALL ARTIFACT DISCOVERED–I ran across this can of thread sealant in my shop the other day andit reminded me of you,so I’m sending you a picture.
–Crazy John
Ridgecrest, CA
VINTAGE WIND CALENDAR FROM J&P–ANAMOSA, Iowa ? J&P Cycles is pleased to announce that the 2009 Vintage Wind Calendar is now available! This annual, 12-month calendar features 13 beautifully reproduced antique photos. Each month takes you back to a simpler time from the 1940s and 1950s.
This year?s calendar features photographs from the East Side Motorcycle Harley-Davidson dealership of Portland, Oregon. Images include shots from some of their anniversary celebrations, events at the dealership and even some customer photos they had displayed on their walls.
The cover is a classic with the strong and proud Portland Police Department and a few members of the staff from East Side Motorcycle Company. After carrying marques like Henderson and Excelsior, George Schantin picked up Harley-Davidson? in 1928. George was an excellent promoter. Every year he had a spring open house that was always followed by a hill climb on the same property that he owned outside of town. Though he was a Harley dealer, he welcomed all motorcycle riders for free. He was a motorcyclist first. George ran the dealership until he retired in 1960 and the dealership was sold to Floyd and Gladys Payne.
The 2009 Vintage Wind Calendar is available only from J&P Cycles! Order your copy today for only $9.99 plus $3.00 shipping in the continental United States. Get one in your hands by calling toll-free, 24 hours a day, seven days a week 800-397-4844 (United States and Canada). International customers, please call 319-462-4817. You can also order by fax at 319-462-4283 or on the web at WWW.JPCYCLES.COM and ask for part number 153-820. Supplies are limited, so order yours today!
Order toll-free in the U.S. and Canada at
1-800-397-4844 or online at
WWW.JPCYCLES.COM.
Saxon Motorcycles Europe starts dealership in Scandinavia Xtreme Machines official dealer in Denmark– Saxon Motorcycles Europe is proud to present Saxon Motorcycles Scandinavia. This directly results in a dealership in Denmark: Xtreme Machines in Glostrup (Copenhagen). A second dealership, Tailormade V- Twin located in Malm? Sweden, will be opening his doors in March 2009. From this moment the European Saxon models Warlord, Firestorm and Henchman are for sale in Scandinavia.
Saxon Motorcycles Europe is excited, the owners: ?Scandinavia is an ultimate motor area, it is fantastic to have a professional dealer in Denmark and in the future in Sweden.? says Rinke Andringa, owner of Saxon Motorcycles Europe. ?These dealers will be able to communicate the feeling of freedom and fun of our beautiful American custom bikes? adds Frank Vermeulen.
Scandinavia is an important motorcycle market. The beautiful landscape and winding roads create the perfect opportunity to ride a bike and feel the freedom of it. The tough charisma of the Saxon bikes can only increase the pleasure. The Saxon models, Warlord, Firestorm and Henchman are factory build motorcycles that are custom build for the consumer, with an extreme, stylish image. At the same time, these bikes drive very comfortably.
Saxon Motorcycles Europe has obtained the European Type Approval in February 2007 for the models Firestorm and Warlord. The approval for the new model, the Henchman, is planned in November 2008. The motorcycles are approved in conformity with the strict European standards on safety, emission and sound. Therefore all bikes of Saxon Motorcycles Europe are ?road legal? and can be put on license by the dealers in every country of the European Union (EU).
Xtreme Machines and Tailormade V-Twin will be presenting Saxon on the Scandinavian Custom Show in Copenhagen on the 31st of October till the 2nd of November.
General information about Saxon Motorcycles Europe and their models can be found on the internet www.SaxonMotorcycles.eu or on www.x-m.dk.
Saxon Motorcycles, a Rebel in your own style
Xtreme Machines
Hersted?stervej 3-5
DK-2600 GLOSTRUP
t: +45-43-446484
www.x-m.dk
xtreme-jp@mail.dk, contact Johnny Porsborg
TOUGH CALIFORNIA COP GETS BUSTED–Corruption trial begins for ‘America’s sheriff.’ Carona is charged with conspiracy, mail fraud and witness tampering. Prosecutors say many bribes came from Don Haidl, a wealthy businessman. Carona’s alleged mistress is being tried with him on same charges His wife will be tried later on a single conspiracy charge
SANTA ANA, California (AP) — Six years ago, Orange County Sheriff Michael Carona looked into national television cameras and told the abductor of a 5-year-old girl not to eat and not to sleep: Deputies were right behind him.
The abductor was quickly caught and the way Carona handled the case propelled him into the national spotlight and prompted CNN’s Larry King to nickname him “America’s sheriff.”
On Wednesday, opening statements got under way for the square-jawed, three-time sheriff charged in a federal public corruption case. He is charged with conspiracy, mail fraud and witness tampering. Carona, 53, has vigorously denied the charges.
Also charged are his alleged mistress, who has pleaded not guilty to conspiracy, mail fraud and bankruptcy fraud; and his wife, who has pleaded not guilty to a single count of conspiracy.
Deborah Carona will stand trial after her husband, but his alleged mistress — an attorney — is being tried with him.
The trial is expected to last two months and a series of conversations secretly recorded by one of Carona’s former assistant sheriffs and closest friends promises to figure prominently in the case.
In court papers, the government accuses Carona, who has since stepped down, and his friends of accepting nearly $700,000 in cash, gifts, kickbacks and questionable loans in exchange for political favors beginning in 1998.
Prosecutors say many of those bribes came from Don Haidl, a wealthy businessman.In exchange, authorities say, Carona made Haidl an assistant sheriff and put him in charge of a new reserve deputy program that allowed him to hand out badges and concealed weapons permits in a pay-to-play scheme.
Haidl pleaded guilty last year to tax fraud and agreed to become an undercover informant.
A judge rejected a defense motion to suppress the tapes but did bar some portions where Carona makes sexually explicit and racially offensive remarks.
–from Rogue
Sucker Punch Sally’s Partners with Scandinavian Distributor Tailormade V-Twins–Scottsdale, ARIZ–October 30th, 2008–Scottsdale-based custom motorcycle manufacturer Sucker Punch Sally’s (SPS) announced today it is taking it’s old-school style to Scandinavia. SPS has partnered with Tailormade V-Twins Corporation, a Denmark-based company that will serve as the SPS distributor in Denmark, Norway and Sweden.
To celebrate the international launch, SPS has built a custom motorcycle exclusively for Tailormade. the SPS custom sports an 80 inch Harley-Davidson Evolution motor and is The SPS original will be on display in Tailormade’s booth at the Scandinavian Custom Show 2008 held October 31 through November 2, 2008 at the Bella Center in Copenhagen, Denmark.
The Scandinavian Custom Show will be home to some of the finest customs in Europe, featuring everything from choppers, caf? racers and street fighters to cruisers and old schools. Private custom builders, dealers and clubs will have their bikes on display and judges will present awards in a variety of categories. In addition to the hottest customs, the show will include live music and entertainment from the Bitches from Hell, Miss Wet T-shirt, a housewife striptease and much more.
Tailormade’s 1,400-square-foot booth will feature the SPS custom, Saxon Motorcycles and Easyriders Roadware clothing. The SPS custom will also be on display throughout Sweden at Tailormade events promoting their partnership with SPS and the launch of the SPS product line. SPS’s full line of bikes will be available through Tailormade soon.
For more information about SPS, please visit www.suckerpunchsallys.com or call 480-778-9500. For more information on Tailormade V-Twins Corporation, please visit www.tailormade-v-twins.com or call +46 410 33 23 80.
–Ken Conte
WEIRD NEWS: NBA PLAYER SUSPENDED OVER MOPED ACCIDENT–The Golden State Warriors suspended 22-year old guard Monta Ellis for 30 games without pay for violating his contract after he seriously injured his ankle in a Moped accident and then compounded his mistake by lying about spraining his ankle playing pickup ball. The high-scoring high-paid guard probably never imagined that trouble would cost him about $3 million – there’s no doubt Ellis violated Paragraph 12 of the NBA’s uniform player Contract, which prohibits a player from engaging “in any activity that a Reasonable person would recognize as involving or exposing the Participant to a substantial risk of bodily injury,” including “driving Or riding a motorcycle or Moped.”
Ellis, who agreed to a six-year deal worth $66 million in July, underwent surgery to repair a torn ligament and is unlikely to be healthy enough to return before mid-December anyway, but the suspension means the guard won’t be paid during his absence.
He was the second-leading scorer for the NBA’s highest-scoring team last season, averaging 20.2 points, 5.0 rebounds and 3.4 assists.
BRASS BALLS BOBBERS PROVIDES $1,000 RELIEF FOR JOE THE PLUMBER–Brass Balls Bobbers Provides $1,000 Relief For Joe the Plumber.
Middle Class Motorcycle Consumers Can Find Relief With a 40+ mpg Custom Bobbers
Darwin Motorcycles, manufacturer of Brass Balls Bobbers & Choppers is sending relief to Joe the Plumber and all working class men and women with $500 off on 5 speed and $1,000 off on 6 speed Bobbers and Choppers, which runs through December 31, 2008.
The Oklahoma-based custom bike manufacturer specializes in building a line of race-inspired quality motorbikes for the “average Joe.”
“In this time of financial and energy challenges I am delivering two crucial benefits to the American bike-riding public and that is fuel efficient 40+ mpg motorbikes and up to $1,000 off on a custom-production motorcycle,” explained Dar Holdsworth, Capo, Darwin Motorcycles. “Our program is designed for the middle class enthusiast and we will be providing this incentive to all the Joe the Plumbers out there until December 31, 2008.”
Darwin Motorcycles began with the idea of “Offering the above average bike to the average Joe” and has continued the value proposition with custom motorcycles that allow enthusiasts to get into the Bobber and Chopper lifestyle for less than $17,995. The reason why Darwin Motorcycles can deliver a sharp and creative motorcycle at such a competitive price is because of the economies of scale that are built into the manufacturing process.
The custom-production bobbers and choppers utilize fuel efficient engines. At the heart of each build is one of three models using Harley-Davidson? EVO, S&S? Shovelhead motors, as well as a unique re-engineered Indian? V-Plus engine.
Enthusiasts looking to get started with a custom-production Bobber need only to log in at Brass Balls Bobbers website at www.darwinmotorcycles.com
The factory is located in Oklahoma City and the company online at www.darwinmotorcycles.com
–Jeff Najar
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