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BIKERNET SALT FLAT RACER AND DRAG RACING CHAMPION VALERIE THOMPSON POSTER–This new poster of our Bikernet Bonneville Race girl is available on her site http://www.vtracegirl.com/…track…Firebird April 7-9th (AHDRA race). ?Hacienda Harley-Davidson, in Phoenix, has been keeping me busy,? Valerie said, ?One woman band over here. Those posters on my site under VT Store.?
BIKERNET WEEKLY ART EXHIBIT–Ground level shot of rider heading in the Ironhorse at Bikeweek ’06. Enjoy it. I’m still dusting the asphalt off my vest.
–Whiplash Biker Photog
mailto:soffordphotos@comcast.net
G2 MOTORSPORTS LOOKING TO BUILD SOLID SEASON STARTING AT O’REILLY SPRINGS NATIONALS– The G2 Motorsports team is looking to take the momentum from the recently completed Gatornationals and turn it into a winning effort at the O’Reilly Spring Nationals in Houston this weekend. “I’m looking forward to the race,” said Chip Ellis, rider of the DRAG Specialties machine. “I have run in the 6.50’s here on a Funny Bike in the past so I know the track can handle everything we plan on giving it. I’m concentrating on being as consistent as possible on the starting line and having fun.” “I feel we did a pretty good job in Gainesville,” said Torco/Skull Gear racer, Matt Smith. “We had a couple of mechanical glitches but the team has taken care of them. Our goal for Houston is to qualify well and go a few rounds. We have put engine #16 back in the bike, the one I used to qualify #1 at Pomona last year, and with our new chassis this bike should fly.”
“We put in some extra testing and time at the shop and we have found the handle on the bikes that we lost on Sunday at the Gatornationals,” said an amused George Bryce, Director of Racing for G2. “We immediately duct taped the handle to the 18-wheeler so that it would arrive in Houston when we do. Seriously though, we will build on what we learned in Gainesville. Both Chip and Matt are doing an excellent job riding and we are looking forward to a solid race in Houston.”
G2 Motorsports Sponsors
G2 enjoys the backing of the following sponsors: DRAG Specialties, Torco Racing Fuels, S&S Cycle, Skull Gear, MAC Tools, RK Racing Chain, Red Line Oil, and VTwinPlus.com.
For further information on G2 Motorsports Racing contact:Greg Guarinello
mailto:flyingeyefoto@aol.com
201-384-2172
STEALTH MOURNS JOHNNY CHOP–We just heard the news here that Johhny Chop passed away. That is a real shock to us all. We did not know him but I really liked his bikes. Our prayers and thoughts go out to his family from all of us at Stealth Bike Works. It never seems fair when something like this happens but as we all know life is not fair. We should all try to live each day as if it were our last.
Here at SBW we are working on some sissy bars and have finished one. I think it is pretty cool! We did pretty well at the swap meet last weekend and we have been busy so far this week. Speaking of the swap meet, it is changing. It seems people are more interested in jewelry and clothes rather than bikes and parts. That is what I saw as I watched people at the swap meet. Like the helmet sticker says “it used to be about riding, now it is a f——g fashion show.” Another thing I noticed is all those neon looking lights on bikes, under the tanks and anywhere else they can stick them. To me they are gawdy looking and kind of comical.
SBW is starting to get some name recognition around the area. We are fast approaching our one-year anniversary in May. It has been a year that has flown by. SBW is starting to develop our own style and our own customer base. We try to carry different inventory. Different from the other local shops. We lean toward the old school look and our inventory reflects that.
Oh one other thing we got a T.V. this week with VCR and DVD player. Now we can have Biker-Build Off videos going during the day if we want. Man, does this mean we are big time or what? Ha! Ha!
Until next week, RIDE!
–STEALTHMAN
DEPARTURE BIKE WORKS DEAL OF THE WEEK– Here it is, without any further adieu, the DBW DEAL OF THE WEEK ! ! ! ! It’s a 2001 FXDL, complete with a new 2005 gas tank & dash, and a new scalloped paint job by none other than Chad McCreary of Copperhead Graphics. This sweet ride can be your sweet ride for only $11,500. Give a shout to (804)231-0244, or shoot the old man an email at lee@departure.com if yer interested!
Greg @ DBW
SPIKE TV’S “BLADE: THE SERIES” BASED ON MARVEL’S RENOWNED SUPER HERO TO FEATURE HARLEY-DAVIDSON VRSCD NIGHT ROD MOTORCYCLE–In the upcoming Spike TV original production “Blade: The Series,” inspired by Marvel’s popular Super Hero, the immortal lead character will ride a motorcycle from Harley-Davidson, one of the world’s most enduring legends. “Blade: The Series” premieres on Spike TV Wednesday, June 28 (10:00 PM – Midnight, ET/PT).
“Blade: The Series” stars Kirk “Sticky” Jones (“Over There,” “The Shield”) as the title character who is half-man, half-vampire and employs his extraordinary powers in a crusade to save mankind from the demonic creatures who walk the night. Episodes will feature Jones, as Blade, in action riding the Harley-Davidson VRSCD Night Rod motorcycle.
“Blade: The Series is a thrilling action-adventure, filled with heart-pounding tension and suspense,” says Dario Spina, Senior Vice President of Marketing and Promotions, Spike TV. “As a character-driven series, Harley Davidson’s Night Rod motorcycle has a powerful attitude of its own, adding dimension to both the series and our lead character.”
Spike TV and Harley-Davidson worked closely on the logistics of integrating the Night Rod into “Blade: The Series” and are considering several joint promotions for the project. The series is produced by New Line Television and is currently in production in Vancouver, Canada.
“The Night Rod is a raw, hot rod-inspired motorcycle with the latest in styling and performance,” said Paul James, Harley-Davidson Product Communication Manager. “It has a menacing look and feel, which makes it a great motorcycle for the “Blade” character. We hope Spike TV viewers enjoy the motorcycle and how it fits into the show.”
“Blade: The Series” is Spike TV’s first original scripted series. In addition to the two hour premiere episode on June 28, 11 one-hour episodes will premiere weekly starting Wednesday, July 5 (10:00-11:00 PM, ET/PT). In Spike TV’s adaptation, Blade (Jones) sets up shop in Detroit and investigates the vampire house of Chthon. Along the way he forms an uneasy alliance with Krista Starr (Jill Wagner), a military veteran who becomes entrenched into the world of vampires while investigating the murder of her twin brother. In addition to Jones and Wagner, series cast members include Neil Jackson (“Stargate SG-1”), Nelson Lee (“Traffic,” the TV mini-series) and Jessica Gower (“Blurred”).
NORTH DAKOTA TROOPERS ASSOCIATION GETS OLD HARLEY–FARGO, N.D. – The North Dakota Troopers Association has purchased an old Harley Davidson to use a new public relations tool.
The 1936 motorcycle is outfitted with original lights, and a siren activated by the rotation of the rear wheel. It’s similar to the models the Highway Patrol once used.Trooper Mitch Rumple said the motorcycle was located in Montana by John Lindeman of Golden Valley, who restores and owns dozens of Harleys.
Rumple said the old Harley will be used to stress motorcycle safety.”We want to encourage people to wear helmets and drive safely when they’re on a motorcycle,” he said.The bike, with a flathead engine, is all original, from the wiring to the foot clutch.
It has been in the showroom of Fargo Harley-Davidson owner Del Hofer’s store. It will be on display at the Grand Forks Harley shop before its public unveiling during the Fargo marathon in May.
“This is a piece of art,” Hofer said. “Units like this were used by the law enforcement officers all over the United States.”
–Associated Press
–from Rogue
BIKERNET SCIENTIFIC RESEARCH DEPARTMENT QUESTIONS–We are trying desperately to determine what dire scientific questions to spend our vast 2006 research budget on. Here’s some earth-shattering questions un consideration.
Can you cry underwater?
How important does a person have to be before they are considered assassinated instead of just murdered?
If money doesn’t grow in trees then why do banks have branches?
Since bread is square, then why is sandwich meat round?
Why do you have to “put your two cents in”…but it’s only a “penny for your thoughts?” Where’s that extra penny going to?
Once you’re in heaven, do you get stuck wearing the clothes you were buried in for eternity?
Why does a round pizza come in a square box?
What disease did cured ham actually have?
How is it that we put man on the moon before we figured out it would be a good idea to put wheels on luggage?
Why is it that people say they “slept like a baby” when babies wake up like every two hours?
If a deaf person has to go to court, is it still called a hearing?
–from CarlR
THE WIRELESS REVOLUTION– A World First in Motorcycle Intercoms.The world’s first fully-featured wire-free intercom is about to be launched by IntaRide, the bike communications specialist. No wires between bike and rider, no plugs, no fuss. The IntaRide Liberty is a dramatic breakthrough in intercom technology.
Liberty uses a self-contained headset Pod, just a couple of inches long, which attaches to the side of the helmet, connected to ear and microphones. It contains a mini-transmitter/receiver which uses radio waves to connect with the underseat Hub. No wires or connectors between the two. That saves around 4 meters of cable compared to the average rider/pillion intercom system.
Key Features:
*Compact, lightweight Pod sticks to helmet for wire-free communication
*No wires – just get on and go
*Ultra-long battery life
*Multi-function Hub can work with:
Rider-pillion talk, Bike-to-bike talk, Stereo Music – MP3, CD, Radio, GPS/Sat Nav, Radar detection, Plus most Mobile phone and Bluetooth devices.
Liberty will be competitively priced too; the system is going on sale at ?349 with no hidden extras.
Contact: Intaride 01527 524 555
http://www.intaride.com
MRF LEADERS’ REPORT–The Motorcycle Riders Foundation (MRF) is serving notice one of the two Supporting State Motorcyclist’s Rights Organization (SMRO) Representative positions is scheduled for election in September 2006. The position is currently held by Dave Dwyer from Wisconsin.
Supporting SMRO Representatives are responsible for communicating with state organizations and advocating SMRO issues. They also work on special projects not specifically assigned to other members of the MRF Board of Directors.
Candidates must be MRF members in good standing and submit an article of intent including their qualifications to Fred Rau, the Editor of MRF Reports, at editor@mrf.org for publication in the next issue on or before the next MRF Reports deadline on April 3rd. In addition, a letter of intent to run from the candidate and a letter of support for the candidate’s generated by their SMRO should be sent to the MRF Washington, D.C. office.
If there is more than one candidate for this office ballots will be mailed to all MRF Supporting State Motorcyclist’s Rights Organizations in July 2006. The MRF Bylaw provision defining voting eligibility reads:
Supporting State Motorcyclists’ Rights Organizations Board Members:
There shall be two (2) at large board members elected by the state motorcyclists’ organizations which have requested recognition and fulfilled the requirements of a supporting state motorcyclists’ organization as specified herein. Each supporting state motorcyclists’ rights organization shall have one vote for each position which shall be cast by its highest elected officer. Any organization open to membership on a statewide basis may choose to participate in the election of Supporting State Motorcyclists’ Rights Organizations Board Members. State Organizations wishing to do so must meet the following qualifications: (A) Having previously been recognized by the MRF as a supporting SMRO, or (B) Having existed as a viable functioning entity for at least two years prior to the time of voting; be in support of the MRF’s purposes and be a sustaining member of the MRF for the year in which they choose to vote.
Any questions regarding this position or the MRF election procedure should be directed to Miles France, Chair MRF Elections Committee.
CYRIL HUZE MOTORMOUNT/COIL BRACKET COMBO– As seen on the custom bikes built by Cyril Huze, a combo motor mount/coil bracketlooking extremely good on the left side of both choppers & bobbers.
The motor mount works on Evo engine up to 131″ and the coil bracket is offered with or without ignition key.
Cyril Huze
Tel: 561-392-5557
SUCKER PUNCH DEAL OF THE WEEK–So anyone who has been on the Sucker Punch Web siteknows that bikes that are posted rarely last 24 hours.We are giving you at bikernet the first shot onDonny’s latest ride. It’s a long and low one butdefinitely built for speed and will be featured in afuture issue of Hotbike.
If you ask me it looks likeits going 100 mph standing still. It has a 96″,6-speed tranny, PM narrow open belt drive, PM wheelsand a heavily modified Cole Foster tank. $32K takes ithome. Call SPS at 513-353-2803 and ask for Jason ifyou are interested. Oh yeah and look for a ground upSPS build exclusively on bikernet in the near future.
–J. Ken Conte
Rise Above Consulting LLC
(970)227-3588
RICEBURNER PILOT ATTACKS HARLEY-DAVIDSON– Harley-Davidson: The most efficient way to convert gasoline into noise without the adverse side effect of horsepower.
Did you know 95% of all Harleys are still on the road?The other 5% actually made it home.
Is it true that Harleys are chick magnets?Yes, but only if the chick has a steel plate in her head.
What’s the cheapest way to get another 50hp from your Harley?Trade it in on a Kawasaki.
Why don’t Harley riders sit on their bikes when the sidestands are down? They’re afraid to lean over that far.
What’s the difference between a Harley and a Harley owner’s home?The Harley costs more and has fewer wheels.
How do you now you’re riding a Harley?While coming off an exit-ramp you get passed by a Vespa.
Why don’t Harley riders wave at sportbike riders?Because they don’t want to drop their tools.
How do you know all the aftermarket parts you bought for your Harley are worth the money?You finally break into the 15’s in the quarter mile.
Where can you find the world’s largest collection of Harley jokes?At Sturgis.
How do Harley engineers tell if a bike is worthy of the Harley name?They check to make sure the exhaust noise in decibels is more than double the horsepower rating.
–Breaker
ONE OTHER THING REGARDING DEATH– We need to treat each other with respect and kindness now. Once a pal is gone, so are your chances to be cool to them.
That’s why Bikernet staff often say to brothers and sisters in the industry, “If there’s anything we can do, let us know.” We mean that from a reader request to an event promoter, to a national company with a marketing challenge. As long as I can breathe I’ll help my brothers and sisters wherever and whenever possible.
One more thought. I mentioned working ourselves to death in the intro. Don’t get me wrong. There’s nothing negative about working hard, but there’s also that wonderful balance of playing hard, the touch of a woman, grease stains in the shop and discovering wild adventures. Remember, you only go around once.
Check back to the Bikernet Headquarters often. I’ve got all the images to post another report on the Bonne Belle. It’s coming together. We have a couple more Daytona reports, some serious info on noise research and all the contestants for the D&D Exhaust contests. You need to make the final selection. Hang On.
Ride Forever,
–Bandit
