Merry, Merry,
Damn, I hope you’re taking some time to party, relax, keep warm with the woman of your dreams and sneak out to the garage once in a while to tinker. We’re proud to announce that we’ve taken on three new sponsors this week: Axiom Cycles, Greene County Customs, and Patriot Steeds. We look forward to working with them for years to come. That’s our motto, goddamnit. We’ll build libraries of information on each company, so our readers have immediate access to whatever’s happening, last year or tomorrow.
Have you every watched Steel Dreams? They want to follow our Bonneville efforts for 2006 and the growth of Bikernet. Filming begins next week. I need to weld up our three gas tank lamps and wipe them off our lift. We’re installing the new Kendon lift next week so we can have three projects rolling at once. I’ll touch on projects at the end of the hearty news. Hang On:
SATURDAY DECEMBER 17TH (10AM-4PM)KAPIOLANI COMMUNITY COLLEGE (KCC)HONOLULU, HAWAII–
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SHANNON AIKAU OF COUNTS KUSTOMS
SEE THE RADICAL CUSTOM CHOPPERS BUILT ESPECIALLY FOR THIS SHOW! YOU WILL BE TALKING ABOUT THESE BIKES FOR YEARS TO COME
YOUR VOTE COUNTS! SO COME OUT AND TELL US WHO YOU THING IS THE BETTER BUILDER!
THERE’S MORE
MEET CELEBRITY BUILDERS:JOSE DE MIGUEL OF CARIBBEAN CUSTOM CYCLESDANNY “THE COUNT” KOKER OF COUNTS KUSTOMSAND JUST ANNOUNCED”BIG MIKE” ROUSE OF BMC CHOPPERS
THERE’S MORE:COME SEE THE CUSTOM CHOPPERS BUILT FOR MOTLEY CRUE&OZZY!ROCK & ROLL WITH ANALOG AND BIG DOG
ENTER OR JUST WATCH:HAWAIIAN CHOPPER BIKINI MODEL SEARCHISLAND TATTOO BEST TATTOO CONTESTCUSTOM BIKE SHOW FEATURING HAWAII’S COOLEST BIKESLAST CHANCE CHRISTMAS SHOPPING WITH SOME OF HAWAII’S TOP VENDORSFOR MORE INFO ON THE GREAT HAWAIIAN BIKER BUILD-OFF CHECK OUT WWW.HAWAIIBUILDOFF.COM
TO ENTER THE CUSTOM BIKE OR TATTOO CONTESTS, OR TO INQUIRE ABOUT VENDOR SPACE CALL 808-780-2998
GATES OPEN AT 10:00AMOPEN TO THE GENERAL PUBLIC?
ADVANCE TICKETS AVAILABLE AT:
SOUTH SEAS HARLEY-DAVIDSON
PACIFIC RIM CYCLE
GRUMPY’S CUSTOMS
CYCLE CITY HARLEY-DAVIDSON
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CELEBRITY TV BIKE FOR SALE–Bill Wall’s Exile-styled “Flame Thrower” featuring a124″ Total Performance engine and Lavalle paint job, built on the set of Build or Bust by Exile employees. Available later this week on Ebay.
Contact keith@bwlmalibu.com for more info.
Distinctive S&S 92″ Powerplant Rounds Out MC Advantages Lineup– With the tremendous explosion of demand for old-school and retro parts, MCAdvantages has agreed with S&S Cycle to be the exclusive distributor oftheir 92″ Classic Round-Cylinder Engines.
This classic design features the round cylinder look of days gone by withthe current engine technology that only S&S can provide. This smoothoperator features round cylinders, a Spyke AIS Ignition, 2-year warranty andS&S Super E Carburetor.
The engine utilizes a 520 Cam on a 3 7/8″ bore by 37/8″ stroke to achieve a 9:1 compression ratio with good horsepower andtorque.
“We are excited to carry this engine for S&S Cycle,” said Kent Reed, GeneralManager of MC Advantages. “It shows MC Advantages is committed to qualityparts, and servicing the growing market for easy-to-use and powerful retroparts.” Contact MC Advantages for more information or to find a dealer inyour area.
MC Advantages is a distributor of high-performance V-Twin parts based inGrimes, Iowa, serving dealers in the U.S. and abroad. MC Advantagesdistributes many brands including: S&S Cycle, Martin Bros., Spyke, Stampede,Prowler, Bulletpr?f, D&M Custom Cycle, TFI, Primo Belt Drives, Platinum AirSuspension, Tauer Machine and many more.
MC Advantages
1-800-726-9620
http://www.mcadvantages.com
THE GREATEST PULLEYS ON EARTH CAN BE BETTER–SuperMax has been making primary and final belt drives for Harleys since 1972. These are made of a secret space age polyurethane material that will out lookand out last any metal pulley ever made. Period.
SuperMax got to feeling sad about all those folks that found out thehard way – metal pulleys just don’t last very long. So, Phil Ross, master SuperMax designer, decided togive those old worn out pulleys a second chance.
They came up with yet anothermiracle. That’s right, polyurethane overlay for worn out metal pulleys. They just machine off the old pulley teeth and after some magic, bond a brand newoverlay onto the original pulley. Not only will you save your expensive pulley, but it will last longer, match the color of your bike and won’t squeak! More details can be seen at www.supermax.net
The SuperMax motto is “BUY YOUR LAST BELT DRIVE FIRST”. Well, some folks didn’tget the message, so they bought some other after market belt drive for their Harley.
American Motorcycle Co. 1902 will introduce its new models to nationaldealers at the Cincinnati V-Twin show in February, 2006–American Motorcycle Co. 1902 shall be introducing its six new models to the American Motorcycle Dealer network at this year’s Cincinnati V-Twin show. Celebrity, and partner, Branscombe Richmond will be in attendance introducing these exciting new models, signing autographs, and introducing the exciting new programs offered by American Motorcycle Co. 1902 for the 2006 model year. The company is introducing six new models as follows:
The “Renegade SE” is a limited edition custom prostreet (http://www.amc1902.com/renegade_se.html). Only 50 units will be built and made available worldwide. This bike has all the passion and customization a consumer would ever desire. This is truly a unique custom motorcycle, numbered, and signed with certificate of authenticity setting the bike apart from the pack. Featuring the latest S&S electronic engine management system on their 124 ci. power plant. Exceptional fabrication, and unique design features throughout this awesome ride. We will introduce a series of limited edition motorcycles over the coming years?the Renegade SE being the first.
Give us a look, stop by and meet Branscombe. Take a look at our rides. We are eager to work with you to build a great OEM dealer network, and make this one of the strongest marketing packages in the market today.
LIVE CHAT TOMORROW WITH SCREAMIN’ EAGLE/VANCE & HINES DRAG RACE TEAM!–Ever wonder what it’s like to blast down a quarter-mile drag race track in seven seconds reaching speeds over 180mph? Tomorrow, two of the world’s fastest Harley-Davidson drag racers, Andrew Hines and GT Tonglet of the Screamin’ Eagle/Vance & Hines Drag Race Team, will answer questions about life in the NHRA fast lane as they chat live with race fans on Dec. 15, from noon to 1 p.m. CST.
Hines, who successfully defended the NHRA POWERade Pro Stock Motorcycle championship by clinching his second consecutive title in 2005, and teammate GT Tonglet, who finished second in points this season, are excited to participate in the live event.
“It’s always fun to interact with Harley fans and this gives us a great opportunity to reach people beyond the race track,” said Hines. “We love talking about the Screamin’ Eagle V-Rod race bikes we ride and the fun we have during the races. We’re also excited about next year, and we’re always testing and tuning the bikes to improve our performance.”
Users must register at Harley-Davidson.com in order to submit questions, which may be submitted starting at 11:30 a.m. CST. Don’t miss this unique opportunity to chat live with Andrew and GT!
BIKERNET GUNFIGHTER LESSONS AVAILABLE–A young man in the Old West wanted to be the best gunfighter alive. Hepracticed every day, but knew he was still missing something thatwould make him the best. One night in a saloon, he spotted an old man who was thegreatest gunfighter in his day.
So he asked the old man and told him hisdream. Bandit said, “Tie the bottom of your holster lower onto yourleg.”
The young gunman did what he was told, then in a flash he drew hisgun and shot the bow tie off the piano player. “Wow, that really helped. Do you have more suggestions?”
“Yeah, if you cut a notch in the top of yourholster where the hammer hits, the gun will come out smoother.” The young guy didwhat he was told, drew his gun in a blur and shot the cufflink off thepiano player.”Anything else?
“One more thing,” said the oldman, “getthat can of axle grease over there in the corner and rub it all over yourgun.”
“Will it make me a better gun fighter?”
“No,” said the old man, “butwhen Wyatt Earp gets done playing that piano he’s going to shove that gunup your ass, and it won’t hurt nearly as much.”
–from Tripp
BIKERNET WEEKLY PHOTO ART EXHIBIT–When I consider how my life was spent,I hardly ever repent. ~ Ogden Nash
Attached to “NIGHT TRAIN” a digitally minip’d photo
Ride Hard,
Whiplash Biker Photog
mailto:soffordphotos@comcast.net
XTREME CYCLE DESIGN 3D WHEEL–Check out Xtreme Cycle Designs all new 6-Spoke 3D Billet Wheels CNC machined from one-piece aluminum forging. Wheel assemblies include hubs, sealed roller bearings, properly sized bearing center spacer, races, seals and necessary hardware.
Available in polished or chrome finish. Matching belt pulleys and brake rotors also available.Xtreme 3D 65 tooth 6 spoke forged CNC machined Pulley (polished or chrome)and Xtreme 3D 11.5″ polished 6 spoke rotors are CNC machined from special blend of materials for superior stopping power.
To get more information call 714-628-1855 or visit them on the web at http://www.xtremecycledesign.com.
Xtreme Cycle Design
1030 W. Collins Ave.
714-628-1855
714-628-1857 FAX
DEWEY CONTROVERSY–We received the banner below from Dewey’s machine shop employees. Then in came the above image of the man I’ve known for twenty years. He built billet pegs and parts and is now highly known for his twin cam head work. Head work, maybe that’s the key.
STEALTH REPORTING IN FROM NC–It is hard to believe we are just a week and a half away from Christmas! The time has really flown by.Here at STEALTH BIKE WORKS we have a couple of projects to keep us busy. We are really looking forward to spring, there I go again rushing time.
Here at SBW it seems we get the bikes no one else wants to work on. We get a lot of old iron head Sportsters which have been sitting for long periods of time. The bikes come in and they look pretty bad and won’t run due to years of neglect. Usually the guys who own these bikes have just gotten them for a good price. When they come in they are scared to death because of what it might take to get their bikes going. We do our best to work with them and to make them feel at home. I truly enjoy making them run again. Customers’ eyes light up and they are like kids at Christmas. So if you come across an old bike that has been sitting and you can’t find anyone to work on it, give us a call at 704-882-0889.
SBW is starting to develop an active customer base. SBW is about the guy who works for his check every week, the guy who takes great pride in his bike and the guy who loves what the lifestyle is about. We like for you to spend some money at SBW, but if you want to come on by just to hang out and talk bikes that is cool too!
That is all the time I have, one of those old sportys is calling in the back!
Until next time, RIDE!
–STEALTHMAN
North Texas Rock Rally Newsletter–The new website is up and running. After months of work and going through many designs, we finally decided on this one which makes your site surfing much easier and more informative. For more information http://www.ntrr.com click here.
New location for 2006 and beyond
It’s finally done. We are pleased to announce The North Texas Rock Rally’s new home – Paradise Ranch (formerly ex-Dallas Cowboy Bill Bates’ ranch), located in rural Collin County just outside of McKinney. This 300 acre ranch is equipped with many amenities that will greatly improve the Rock Rally. For more information http://www.ntrr.com/story.php?title=map click here.
Registration Now Open / New ticket prices for 2006
Tickets are now available online. With the economy in the state it is and with gas prices escalating, we have decided to give you a choice of tickets and prices. For more information click here.
Vendor applications are now available
Vendor applications are now being accepted with changes and improvements to make your vendor experience more pleasurable and less dusty. For more information click here.
Headliners to be announced in January
The headlining bands for 2006 will once again set precedents within the Texas rally industry. For more information click here.
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