Hey,
I’m headed to the Meeting of the Minds, a legislative conference, this weekend in Denver. This annual effort to keep us free is produced by the MRF (Motorcycle Riders Foundation) in conjunction with state motorcycle rights groups all over the country. These guys spend their lives fighting for us.
I’m going to discuss several Bikernet.com supported issues with the gang for freedom fighters: A Bikernet film effort about freedom and motorcycling; the Bikernet.com Independent Noise Study; a Cal State Northridge EPA study to prove motorcycles need to be left alone and the tax money needs to be directed elsewhere, and finally a motorcycle Aftermarket Industry Group established to help in the freedom effort and support the Motorcycle Rights Community.
I’ll let you know how it went next Thursday, and if they throw me out on my ear. Let’s hit the news:
New ?Bonanza? Handlebars Are Latest Creation From Fred Kodlin–MORGAN HILL, CA June 24, 2008 ? These Fred Kodlin bars from Murdercycles are available in a ?Flat? ?Medium? or ?High? and come in chrome or black finish. They are non-dimpled for use with pre-?82 style handlebar controls (not drilled for internal wiring).
?High? Bonanza Bars are 31? wide, 15? rise, 7 ? center, 5 ? pullback and have a suggested retail price of $129.99.
part# 696733, 696736
?Medium? Bonanza Bars are 31? wide, 12? rise, 7 ? center, 6? pullback and have a suggested retail price of $119.99.
part# 696372, 696735
?Flat? Bonanza Bars are 29? wide, 1? built-in riser, 5? pullback and have a suggested retail price of $124.99.
part# 696371, 696734
The ?Bonanza? Handlebars are distributed by Custom Chrome. To find a dealer nearest you please visit www.customchrome.com or call 800-729-3332.
CALIFORNIA ABATE STAFF CHANGE EFFECTIVE IMMEDIATELY– The ABATE of California Board of Directors has voted to relieve Don Blanscet of his duties and responsibilities as Executive State Director for ABATE of California.
Mr. Blanscet is no longer authorized to speak or act on behalf of ABATE of California in any official capacity.
The ABATE Board of Directors respects, appreciates and recognizes the many personal sacrifices and contributions that Mr. Blanscet has made for the motorcycle community on behalf of ABATE of California, and wishes only the best to Mr. Blanscet in his future endeavors.
In the interim, Assistant State Director, Tim Tennimon will hereby assume all duties and responsibilities associated with serving our members as the Executive Director of ABATE of California.
–Sarge Matthews
Chairman, ABATE of California Board of Directors
NEW BOOK FROM DUANE BALLARD–Check this hand leather tooling from the master near the lake.
Duane Ballard Custom Leather
3401 Spruce St.
Lake Elsinore, CA 92530
603-781-7505
http://www.dbcustomleather.com
SOUTH SIDE KUSTOMS 3rd ANNUAL CHRISTMAS PARTY TO BENEFIT TOYS for TOTS–December 13th 8pm 2008 at Club W 199 Delaware Ave. Buffalo, NYBands at 9:30pm —- Dopey Joe – Blue Rocket Trio – MUDDFOOT
BRAND NEW UNWRAPPED TOY for Entrance or $10.00 (NO DOLLAR STORE CRAP PLEASE)VENDORS – 50/50 RAFFLE – DOOR PRIZES – Drink Specials All Night
VENDOR SPOTS ARE FREE with DONATION OF $50.00 VALUE DOOR PRIZE–DOOR PRIZE DONATIONS NEED TO BE RECEIVED by Nov 15th 2008 to reserve your spot.
SPONSORED IN PART by HARDTALES MAGAZINE – CYBERSPOKES.com
BIKERNET AT RIPS BAD RIDE– Bikernet at the Bad Ride. Yeah, we were there with Charlie Brechtel and his band.
Andrews 2006-08 Gear Drive Cams AVAILABLE FROM J&P– These series HG gear drive cams are made for all 2007-08 Twin Cam and 2006-08 Dyna models. They are specifically designed to run with new S&S gear drives.
The HG series cam kits also include 2 plates for closing lubricating oil feed holes, which are intended for stock chains, not 2007 style gear drives. Made in the USA. For more information on J&P Cycles full line of cams and cam kits, visit us on the web at WWW.JPCYCLES.COM or call us toll-free at 800-397-4844
GUN REFRESHER COURSE– Gun control is not about guns; it’s about controlling people. If guns are outlawed, can we use sticks? If guns cause crime, then pencils cause misspelled words.
–from Shotgun
Brewers and Harley-Davidson Rev-up for Partnership–The roar coming from Miller Park just got a little bit louder as two Milwaukee traditions, the Milwaukee Brewers and Harley-Davidson, announced a unique business partnership.
“This is a fully integrated sponsorship and one of the most comprehensive deals in Brewers history,” said Brewers Executive Vice President – Business Operations, Rick Schlesinger. “We’re thrilled to be working with another one of the great companies that calls Milwaukee home. This is a partnership that not only brings the Milwaukee Brewers and Harley-Davidson together; it will also benefit fans coming to Miller Park.?
The agreement includes a Harley-Davidson branded all-inclusive seating area, LED signage, ticket deals, various in-game promotions and more.
“For Harley-Davidson, this is not only about local support, but also national outreach,” said Harley-Davidson Chief Marketing Officer Mark-Hans Richer. “With the Brewers we’re creating unique reasons for our owners to ride to Milwaukee all summer, and building passion with young adults as well as strongly diverse national audiences through TV broadcast exposure.?
The centerpiece of the partnership will be the new Harley-Davidson Deck, which will be constructed in left-centerfield at Miller Park during the winter months. A unique elevated seating area, the Harley-Davidson Deck will seat up to 42 guests and will feature actual Harley-Davidson motorcycles built into the d?cor.
In addition, Harley Owners Group (H.O.G.) members will receive discounted tickets to the Harley-Davidson Deck for all games. Pricing for the deck will be inclusive of motorcycle parking, all-inclusive food buffet and two complementary beverages. The deck will be used as both a group area and sold as individual tickets, depending on the game date. H.O.G. members will receive the first opportunity to purchase individual seats or reserve the area for a group before tickets are made available to the general public.
Admission to the Harley-Davidson Deck will be via an exclusive new entrance to Miller Park called “Gate H-D”. The entrance will be not only for those ticketed in the Harley-Davidson Deck, but also for any H.O.G. member who shows a game ticket and membership card. Those seated in the Harley-Davidson Deck will be able to park in an exclusive, motorcycle-only parking lot painted Harley-Davidson Orange, with the price of parking included in the ticket price.
The Brewers and Harley-Davidson also plan to team up on ticket packages that include Brewers game tickets and admission to Miller Park’s new neighbor to the East, the Harley-Davidson Museum, located at 6th and Canal.
Harley-Davidson will also conduct an annual Rider’s Edge New Rider Course in the Miller Park parking lots that can teach almost anyone how to ride a motorcycle. And beginning with tonight’s game, each day the official game ball will be delivered via a Harley-Davidson motorcycle on the warning track, just prior to the first pitch.
COUNTDOWN TO CYCLE WORLD SHOW TIME–This motorcycle extravaganza is an all access pass to the world of motorcycling with hundreds of the latest street bikes, dirt bikes, cruisers, scooters, ATVs and more. Several manufacturers will showcase the hottest bike trends and offer attendees an up-close look at the latest in fuel efficient transportation ? there?s never been a better time to ride! From demo rides and a scooter pavilion to high flying motocross action and fashion shows, the Cycle World International Motorcycle Shows presented by Toyota offers something everyone.
More Demo Rides Than Ever at the 2009 Cycle World International Motorcycle Show Presented by Toyota Tour!
The 2009 Tour kicks off with more manufacturer sponsored demo rides than ever before! Attendees are invited to test ride a collection of hot new models at shows taking place in Phoenix, AZ; Houston, TX; San Mateo, CA; Long Beach, CA, and Greenville, SC. Demo Rides are free with paid admission.
Touch, Feel and Try – At the Marketplace!
The Marketplace, exclusively at the Cycle World International Motorcycle Show presented by Toyota, features the latest in aftermarket products and accessories. Touch, feel and try the newest products out there! Please join us in welcoming the following new companies to the Marketplace:
DFT Inc.
Brembo North America
J& M Corp
KOSO North America
MicroTrak GPS
Mikuni
Ohlins
Windvest Motorcycle Products
Yamaha
The Cycle World International Motorcycle Show to Support Big Tigger?s Second Annual HIV/AIDS RIDE FOR LIFE Motorcycle Benefit Ride In WASHINGTON, DC ? DC Area Riders encouraged to participate
The Second Annual Big Tigger?s HIV/AIDS RIDE FOR LIFE will take place on Sunday, October 5, leaving RFK Stadium in Washington, DC and ending in Maryland. TV and radio personality and HIV/AIDS activist Big Tigger, National Champion Drag Racer Rickey Gadson and more than 2,000 motorcycle riders from across the nation will assemble to raise awareness of HIV/AIDS and its effect on the community. All area riders are encouraged to participate and show their support.
BUZZ KANTER CHALLENGES ALL EDITORS–This is an open challenge to all editors who want to have some fun and come back with a great story for your readers and/or viewers.
I am the editor-in-chief of American Iron Magazine and RoadBike and I have now won the Editor’s Cup in the last 2 consecutive Moto Giro events. It is a great event and a whole lot of fun if you like riding classic bikes and spending a weekend thrashing around beautiful New England roads with a hundred other similar-minded enthusiasts.
See the two attached photos – one is me and my little 1966 Ducati 250 Monza cafe racer, and the other is most of the competitors at the top of Mt. Equinox with some 1950s Moto Guzzi Airones.
USCRA (www.race-uscra.com
In general, there are morning and afternoon sections each on Saturday and Sunday. We are all given time cards and route directions. We need to leave at a designated time and arrive at the time checks at a specified time. And there are skill sections along the way. The winners overall and in each class are the ones with the fewest penalty points.
The rules are at http://www.race-uscra.com/forms/GIRO_USA_RULEBOOK_08.pdf
If you do not have and can not borrow a Moto Giro eligible motorcycle but wish to complete please contact USCRA director Bob Coy at rscoy@earthlink.net and he will try to arrange a loaner.
–Buzz Kanter
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