Hey,
Hang on, the news is full of surprises. I’ve talked to industry leaders and plenty of voices from the past this week. We mentioned the Mystery Sled published in ER in the ‘70s. It was photographed for the feature by Jake. Jake also built the bike. Dave Perewitz, reminded me of his real name Sandy Roca, yesterday. Dave painted the bike, Urethane clear.
Sandy is still building strange bikes and we might be able to bring you some shots in the near future. Sandy lives just an hour from Cycle Fab, which is in Brockton, Mass.
Dave, who has been painting custom bikes since ’69 still has his record books dating back to the early ‘70s. If you walked into his shop in 1973 and asked him to rake your frame, mold it and paint the tank, frame and two fenders the charge would have been, $175. The chisler…
I spoke to the factory this week about the history and design of gas tanks. Hang on for that story and it’s almost Halloween, so let’s hit the news:
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— Mahatma Gandhi
Nash Motorcycle X Jason Momoa’s On the Roam Knucklehead inspired Collection!
A few years back we came together with Jason Momoa and his On the Roam brand to develop some one-of-a-kind HD Knucklehead motor inspired products! Here are a few of our favorites. Shown above, our good friend Terry Madden putting the 24-inch Knuckle Axe to work.
The Knuckle Buckle and Knucklehead Leather Belt
The Knuckle Buckle, that one of a kind buckle folks will be asking you about every time you wear it. This piece, like the others, is inspired by our mutual love of Harley Davidson’s first OHV motor, the iconic Knucklehead. Available in stainless steel or bronze, and optionally paired with our Knucklehead leather belts!
The Knuckle Hammer
The Knuckle Hammer was our original piece developed with Jason for his On The Roam brand. Choose from : Polished Nuts – bronze or stainless or the original bronze version with out polished nuts. They come hand antiqued and mounted on a Tennese hickory wood handle. Striped by fire, all U.S. made and crafted.
The Knuckle Chopper hand axe with leather accessories
This unique hand axe Golden or Stainless is the ideal axe for throwing and chopping!!! Axe purchase comes with a full grain hand crafted, leather sheath! Add one of our hangers and or holsters for mounting or carrying! All U.S. made in our shop by our hands! Choose from black, brown, or natural leather. Golden Choppers leather accessories come with old brass hardware. The Knuckle Chopper leather accessories come with old nickel hardware.
Shop these products and the entire collection!
CLIMATE ALERT–Wind Farm in Germany is Being Dismantled to Expand Coal Mine
By Paul Homewood
h/t Ben Vorlich
You could not make it up!
A wind farm in Germany is being dismantled to expand the Garzweiler lignite mine. One of eight turbines installed at the location in 2001 has already been removed. Nevertheless, the German state of North Rhine-Westphalia said it would phase out coal by 2030, as did RWE, the company that owns the mine.
Wind turbines near the Garzweiler open pit mine in the state of North Rhine-Westphalia, run by German energy giant RWE, is being removed to make way for more lignite exploitation.
The turbines were in operation since 2001, and government subsidies have expired. Energiekontor and wpd, which is also active in the Balkans, operate the wind farm.
On a more serious level though, the story reports that the development of the lignite reserves has led to the forced relocation of a portion of a nearby village:
Am I the only one to feel insulted by the BBC, Committee on Climate Change , Ambrose Evans-Pritchard and the rest of the green mafia, who constantly tell us that Britain is lagging behind the rest of the world in fighting climate change?
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DAV RECRUITMENT DRIVE—
I spent ten years working on my disabilities and fortunately was guided to the DAV. I know brothers and sisters have mixed feelings about their experiences with the military.
But if you have any concerns, questions, or problems, feel free to use my info below and reach out to the DAV for anything. They are the best, when it comes to veteran support.
–Bandit
There are just five weeks left in the Recruit a Warrior Challenge — and that means time is running out for you to earn multiple entries to win $1,000. Have you shared your personalized referral link with all the veterans in your life?
RECRUIT A WARRIOR STATUS:
Member Name: Keith Ball
Deadline: November 30, 2022
Suggested Action: Recruit Now!
Your Recruitment Link: https://www.mydav.org/dav-membership?a=000176c0-a037-4099-a091-7b0ce638d8e6&r=
It’s so easy to participate. Simply share your personalized link on Facebook or send it in a quick text or email to the veterans you know. Tell them what you love about being a member of DAV and ask them to join our ranks.
As a community of veterans helping veterans, YOU are our most powerful tool to keep DAV strong for the veterans of today and tomorrow. Thank you for being a member of DAV — and for helping grow this incredible community of veterans.
–Douglas K. Wells Jr.
DAV National Membership Director
BAKER Drivetrain Dealer Since 2018
Established in 2011, Speed-Kings Cycle Supply was founded when Steve Edgar had the idea to start a company to help fund his love for building choppers. Steve didn’t grow up around motorcycles, but he developed a love for them when the custom chopper scene was booming. Around 2000-2001, he built and modified choppers in his garage at night and worked at Daytec, building 300 style frames, during the day.
In the early days of Speed-Kings Cycle Supply, Steve sold headlights, taillights, and small parts that he designed and fabricated for choppers.
Steve’s intention for Speed-Kings Cycle Supply was for it to be a one-stop shop for all chopper parts. In 2014, he sold his 1981 Shovelhead and bought a 2007 Dyna. He wanted to find out what the hype was all about with these newer models; this single purchase changed his entire perception of newer model bikes.
Since 2014, the shop has been specializing in customized parts for performance Dynas, FXRs, and Sportsters. Their most popular products include the Speed-Kings line of risers and handlebars.
The primary reason behind Speed-Kings’ success is their genuine connection to the industry and to their customers. Everyone who works at his shop are “real riders who genuinely want to help” the community from learning how to wrench to purchasing the right product for their bike. “We aren’t trying to sell people things they don’t need. We are also customers of our own community”.
LAW TIGERS ALERT–Getting Your Texas Motorcycle License
Motorcycle safety course, training with road cones for Motorcycle License
Do you live in Texas and want to get your motorcycle license? Getting your Texas motorcycle license requires a motorcycle safety course, vision exam, knowledge test, road test, and more. Review the procedures below to see how you can get a motorcycle endorsement in the Lone Star State.
Motorcycle Endorsement for Riders Aged 15-17
Motorcycle riders can apply for a motorcycle learner’s permit at age 15 and a motorcycle endorsement on their driver’s licenses beginning at age 16. To apply for a permit, you must:
* Apply at a Texas Driver’s License office in person
* Provide certification for an approved motorcycle safety course (MSB-8 or MSB-8R)
* Provide appropriate identification, including a Class C provisional license and proof of a 32-hour driver’s education course with form DE-964 or PTDE-964 for students taught by parents
* Present a Verification of Enrollment and Attendance (VOE) form from your high school, signed by appropriate authority from your school
* Bring a parent or guardian to sign for authorization
* Pass the written knowledge exam
If applying for a learner’s permit, you do not need to take the road test until you apply for your motorcycle endorsement. If under the age of 16, your permit will have an I Restriction, and you may not ride a motorcycle over 250-cc engine size. The restriction lifts automatically on your 16th birthday.
With a permit or J Restriction, you must always have a licensed motorcyclist supervisor over 21 years old riding with you.
When you apply for your motorcycle license endorsement and qualify for your Class M endorsement, you can ride without restrictions.
Getting Your Texas Motorcycle License as an Adult Over 18
For riders pursuing their Class M driver’s license, the requirements differ from applying for a learner’s permit. When getting your Texas motorcycle license, you must submit:
* A completed application for a Texas Driver’s License or State ID
* Proof of lawful presence or citizenship
* Proof of identity and residency
* Your social security number (SSN) or documentation that you never had an SSN in a sworn affidavit
* Registration and insurance for all vehicles you own or a signed affidavit that you do not own any vehicles
* A certificate for Texas Driver Education (DE-964 or DE-964E) (if you do not have a Texas Driver’s License)
All motorcyclists must complete a knowledge test, vision exam, and road test. Taking the approved motorcycle safety course could waive the knowledge test requirement. If you are transferring your motorcycle endorsement from another state or a Canadian province, you may not have to take the road skills test.
Motorcycle Safety Courses
Texas requires that new riders and endorsement applicants take a state-approved motorcycle safety course. Additionally, any rider under 18, including riders who already have a motorcycle endorsement in another state, must take an approved driver’s education course and complete the Impact Texas Driver’s (ITD) program.
Safety courses for beginners cover basic skills in handling a motorcycle, sharing the road with other motor vehicle drivers, and how to react in an emergency.
Call Us at Law Tigers for Motorcycle Law in Texas
We hope you found this overview to be helpful. Contact your local Texas DMV office for additional information about what you might need to get your Class M endorsement at your particular age and skill level.
At Law Tigers, we’re attorneys who ride, representing bikers and their families in personal injury and accident claims. Call us today at 1-888-863-7216 to find a motorcycle lawyer near you.
Back in July we stumbled into the Born Free show in California. I saw people there I hadn’t seen in thirty-five years. Killer bikes, music, food and folks. One of the chance meetings I had was with Frank Ball Jr.
I couldn’t believe it, my brother Keith Ball’s grandson. We hit it right off, all good.
Three months later, this past weekend, Born Free Texas, who do I run into? Frank’s sister, the beautiful Maxine Ball and both times I was with that ever loveable, always entertaining Dana Peters.
To top all of that, I met the Leader of the Pack, that’s right, that Knucklehead riding beauty Mari Estrada, their mom. There were so many great moments this weekend but this was at the top.
Oh, Mari won the Knucklehead class and Ms. Vivian Gypsy Charros ‘54 Panhead won the AMCA class. What a weekend. A Blessed week to all y’all.
–Berry Wardlaw
BRAND New Bikernet Reader Comment!–Dave’s ‘Bad Dad-Rad’ Custom Road Glide
https://www.bikernet.com/pages/Daves_Bad_DadRad_Custom_Road_Glide.aspx
I own this 2007 Road glide. As part of his 90 now I really need some touch up paint. There is now a couple good sized chips on the Tangerine color frame.
Would you be kind enough to help me get in touch with the painter on this project. I would also like to get a tour pack painted to match. Your help will be much appreciated.
Thank you.
–Michael Wood
Gm@imagemotorsltd
Goshen, IN
Hey Michael,
Baddad is still going strong. Reach out to them and let us know if you need anything else:
www.baddad.com
–Bandit
–Sam Burns
INSPIRATIONAL SONG OF THE WEEK—
I listen to all genres of music. I have a Spotify Playlist (“mixed-tape”, but floating on a cloud). I titled it “Motivation”, blunt and brings immediate focus to its purpose. It’s not a ‘hit the gym’ playlist, rather it would get you out of bed in the mornings when you have lost hope.
Here is a wonderful one from the “list”, inspiring and encouraging. And the music video was damn entertaining. But don’t get distracted by the wild video. Do pay attention to the lyrics, hence Spotify instead of YouTube for me!
Official Music Video: to scare your kids
https://youtu.be/1VQ_3sBZEm0
Song: Learn To Fly
Rock group: Foo Fighters
Album: There Is Nothing Left to Lose (1999)
Songwriters: Taylor Hawkins / Nate Mendel / David Eric Grohl
Run and tell all of the angels
This could take all night
Think I need a devil to help me get things right
Hook me up a new revolution
Cause this one is a lie
We sat around laughin’ and watched the last one die
Now, I’m lookin’ to the sky to save me
Lookin’ for a sign of life
Lookin’ for somethin’ to help me burn out bright
And I’m lookin’ for a complication
Lookin’ cause I’m tired of lyin’
Make my way back home when I learn to fly high
I think I’m dyin’ nursing patience
It can wait one night
I’d give it all away if you give me one last try
We’ll live happily ever trapped if you just save my life
Run and tell the angels that everything’s alright
Now I’m lookin’ to the sky to save me
Lookin’ for a sign of life
Lookin’ for somethin’ to help me burn out bright
I’m lookin’ for a complication
Lookin’ cause I’m tired of tryin’
Make my way back home when I learn to fly high
Make my way back home when I learn to
Fly along with me, I can’t quite make it alone
Try to make this life my own
Fly along with me, I can’t quite make it alone
Try to make this life my own
I’m lookin’ to the sky to save me
Lookin’ for a sign of life
Lookin’ for somethin’ to help me burn out bright
And I’m lookin’ for a complication
Lookin’ cause I’m tired of tryin’
Make my way back home when I learn to
I’m lookin’ to the sky to save me
Lookin’ for a sign of life
Lookin’ for somethin’ to help me burn out bright
And I’m lookin’ for a complication
Lookin’ cause I’m tired of tryin’
Make my way back home when I learn to fly high
Make my way back home when I learn to fly
Make my way back home when I learn to
–Wayfarer,
Editor
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This is the one they are going to give away next year. It is a ‘37 also. He said a ‘37 brought 120K at a Mecum auction in Monterey.
–Bill May
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ARCH calls its motorcycles “bespoke production”: machines that are not custom built but rather tailored to each owner. Founded in 2011 by designer Gard Hollinger and American actor Keanu Reeves, the company has a high-end take on V-twin-powered cruisers and sport-cruisers.
Now the Arch 1s, the company’s latest model, has arrived. What’s it like to ride a 124ci S&S-powered 1s? Cycle World Senior Editor Morgan Gales got an invite to find out.
You could spend an entire day just pouring over the billet aluminum, carbon fiber, and titanium parts that make up the 1s. But what good is all of that $128,000 trickness if it doesn’t perform? Gales spent the day carving the canyons above Arch’s Malibu headquarters with Hollinger and Reeves and found that the Arch 1s is much more than just a showpiece to be displayed in a ultra-tidy garage next to other collector items. It belongs out on the road—enjoyed, not pampered. Read Gales’ full review here.
Ride on,
Justin Dawes
Executive Editor
Mid-term elections on November 8th draw near. Here is a list of ballot initiatives that directly affect motorists around the country.
No matter your political stance, the National Motorist Association encourages all motorists to vote in every local election. Remember–all traffic is local and your vote can make a difference in how streets and roads are funded plus other motorist issues that might matter to you.
Colorado
Boulder County—Sales Tax Renewal
Voters are asked to renew a 0.1% sales tax that would raise $121 million over 15 years to fund multimodal transportation, roads, trails, bikeways, and transit.
Eagle County—Sales Tax Increase
Voters are asked to approve a half-cent percent to generate $11.5 million annually. Funds would establish a regional transportation partnership to enhance area transit systems.
Florida
Orange County (Orlando Area) Sales Tax Increase
A Yes or No vote will decide on a 0.1% sales tax increase for 20 years to raise an estimated $11.9 billion. Funds would be used for transit (45%), county roadways (45%), and city roadways (10%).
Maine
Augusta Question 1
Voters will decide whether to issue $2.055 million in bonds for street and sidewalk improvements, civic center repairs, and a boat landing.
Massachusetts
Statewide Question 1
Voters are asked to raise a 4% tax (estimated $1.3 billion) on earners over $1 million to support education and transportation. Vote is subject to appropriation by the state legislature.
Statewide Question 4
In June, the Massachusetts legislature passed a law that would allow immigrants without legal status to obtain certain driver’s licenses. Question 4 is a repeal against the law. A vote yes would preserve the law and allow undocumented immigrants to apply for a standard driver’s license but not a REAL ID license. A vote NO would repeal the law signed this year.
Michigan
Huron County Property Tax Levy
Voters are asked to vote on funding for the Huron Transit Corporation. The six-year property tax would levy $0.20 per $1,000 of home taxable value.
Macomb, Oakland, and Wayne Counties Property Tax Hike
Votes are asked in the three counties to approve a 10-year property tax hike of $0.95 cents per $1,000 in taxable value. The extra taxes would fund the regional transit authority that serves suburban Detroit. Estimated first year tax revenue is projected to be $20 million.
Montana
Statewide C-48
Voters are asked to decide whether a search warrant would be required to access a person’s electronic data (including connected vehicles and smartphones).
Nebraska
Statewide Amendment 1
Voters will decide whether a valid photographic identification (usually a driver’s license or state ID) to vote.
Nevada
Carson City Question 1
A Yes or No vote will decide on whether to continue the city’s five-cent per gallon tax on diesel fuel with the additional revenue going towards highways, roads, streets, and alleys.
New Mexico
Bernalillo County Transportation Bond Measure
Voters will decide whether to issue $10.225 million in bonds for roads and other street and trail improvements.
Santa Fe County Question 1
Voters will make a decision on whether to issue $13.0 million in general obligation bonds for road improvements within Santa Fe County.
North Carolina
New Hanover County (Wilmington area) Sales Tax Increase
The 0.25% sales tax would raise $144 million over 10 years to support the public transportation authority and fund bike and pedestrian paths.
Charlotte Transportation Bond Measure
Voters will decide whether to issue $146.2 million in bonds to various transportation projects including streets and roads.
Ohio
Akron Issue 10
City voters will decide whether the city should establish a police oversight board and a police auditor office.
Texas
Harris County (Houston Area) Proposition B
Voters will determine whether to authorize the county to issue $900 million in bonds to fund transportation projects including road maintenance, bridges, and bike lanes.
Corpus Christi Proposition A
A Yes or NO vote will decide whether the city of Corpus Christi can issue $92.5 million in bonds for street infrastructure projects.
El Paso Proposition A
A decision by local voters will determine whether the city can issue $246.48 million in bonds for street improvements such as sidewalks, streetscapes, and traffic controls.
Washington State
Statewide Advisory Vote 40
A vote of Yes or No will advise the legislature to either maintain or repeal a tax on transportation network companies passed in House Bill 2076.
West Virginia
Statewide Amendment 2
If approved, the measure would allow the legislature the authority to eliminate tangible personal property taxes on personal vehicles, business machinery, equipment, and inventory. Currently, taxes on tangible personal property is enshrined in the state’s constitution, which means the collection is mandatory and not adjustable by elected officials.
–NMA
Take a hard look at infrastructure tax bills. See where the money is really going. –Bandit
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Organizers there Will be an Old Swede representing Bikernet as observer.
It was 25 years since I met the Mann in Agoura
He was there autographing a lot of posters
Took him to Weazel Wednesday in my rented conv.
Wasn’t it you on that Jammer cover, which included the poster?!
Got mine
–Sheriff
Sheriff Media Empire
Sweden
Yes, I was on the cover. Regarding the poster, I don’t know. I was stoned at the time.
–Bandit
SCARY SHIT FROM THE LOWBROW EMPIRE–When it comes to motorcycles, there is a lot of tacky stuff out there.
We wanted to create some motorcycle-related Halloween photos that weren’t hokey and share them with you all.
Several of us donned some classic movie monster costumes and enjoyed some time in a local graveyard, and riding around Cleveland… which has plenty of spooky looking spots.
A slight loss of power, a cough through the carbs, then a puff of smoke and total engine shutdown. I had the clutch covered in less than a moment and smoothly braked into a convenient driveway to face what could only be bad news. No oil on the ground or new holes in the cases—in fact, no fluids spilled at all. Smoke was still tracing from under the seat in long whispers. Had the air filter caught fire? I didn’t know.
This was not when I wanted to learn how to open a Z1 seat latch. Where was the seat latch? That’s a concerning amount of smoke. I had installed the battery in the bike under the seat and closed it, but it was open when I started working on it, so now I didn’t know exactly where the latch was or if I needed the key to operate it.
Sheer panic.
When I finally got the seat flipped up, I was met with a cloud of fumes that probably took three years off my life. That brand-new battery was so hot it had melted off its stickers and was cooking the plastic case. Everything near it was hot.
After an unsuccessful attempt to undo the battery connection with my pocket knife, I discovered this bike still had its original toolkit. Lucky me. The factory-packed slip-joint pliers made quick work of disconnecting the terminals, allowing me to reach in a gloved hand and yank out the battery so both it and I could cool for a minute.
I took a deep breath, for clean air reasons and clear head reasons.
After some mental regrouping, and after failing to get the bike’s owner on the phone, I took a chance. I’d try to bump-start the Z1 so I could get the three or so miles back to the garage. Not all electrical systems will function without a battery installed, but I was not about to put that overcooked chunk back in the bike. Luckily, the Z1 fired right off in second gear, idling happily while I put on my helmet and balanced the battery on my right leg. I wasn’t about to abandon a potential fire hazard in some stranger’s driveway.
Back at my friend’s garage, the diagnostics began nearly instantly after I told my story: “Oh, that means the regulator failed. It’s a common issue on these.” It took me a second to understand the timeline of events that lead to that battery popping. Essentially, it looks like this:
The engine’s high-rpm run led to the charging system producing a little extra current. The regulator would typically dump this to ground, but the excess current came fast enough that the regulator either was overwhelmed or failed independently, in a way that it stopped bleeding that excess to ground and instead overcharged the battery. (This is where it gets a little nerdy, so fair warning.)
Now the situation became a chemical problem rather than an electrical one. When a traditional, lead-acid battery receives extra current, it will boil off the acid and display sulfation, in which part of the acid is deposited on the plates of the battery, thus diminishing the battery’s ability to accept a charge. Lithium-ion batteries are much less forgiving. They simple cannot absorb overcharge that way. Once plating of the metallic lithium occurs, it compromises the safety of the battery. Thermal runaway is far more likely in a li-ion battery than in a lead-acid one.
Thermal runaway. Awful scary term for something that happened about two inches underneath my precious parts while traveling at highway speeds. Luckily, the Kawasaki is not damaged and its charging system can be easily repaired. More importantly, I am unscathed—and more wary than ever of mixing old and new technologies.
–Kyle Smith
Hagerty Media
‘NOISE’ UNDER ATTACK IN CALIFORNIA
California Governor Gavin Newsom (D) has signed AB-2496 into law, to now require a certificate of compliance for a violation of noise limit requirements and certain modified exhausts, and putting a “Hold” on vehicle registrations if proof is not adequately provided in a timely manner.
“AB-2496 creates a system in which, if you are cited for noise, you must provide certification to the court within 90 days of citation that your exhaust has been corrected to acceptable standards,” wrote ABATE of California in a ‘Call to Action’ opposing the measure; going on to explain that; “However, there is no system to test and certify, thus you can not get it. Further, IF you do not get it, your vehicle will NEVER be able to be registered in the State of California again. They want to remove us from the road.”
The new law requires the court to inform the Department of Motor Vehicles if a certificate of compliance is not provided within 3 months of the violation date, treating this failure as noncompliance, and requiring the DMV, before renewing the registration of any vehicle, to check whether the court has issued a hold on the vehicle registration for a violation of the noise requirements and to refuse to renew the registration until it has received a notification from the court that a certificate of compliance has been issued.
These requirements would become operative on January 1, 2027.
–Bill Bish
NCOM
According to the bill’s language, certain Inspection Stations will be licensed to certify to the courts that exhausts meet standards, but apparently ABATE folks don’t think that’ll be do-able. –Bill
“See Bill’s entire Monthly NCOM Legislative report on the home page now.” –Bandit
Adam Croft
Founder
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ALL New Bikernet Reader Comment!–Why We Chop: Chapter 4
https://www.bikernet.com/pages/Why_We_Chop_Chapter_4.aspx
— John Hoffman
Riverton, WY
THE POWER OF THOUGHT—
“God is a metaphor for that which transcends all levels of intellectual thought. It’s as simple as that.” — Joseph Campbell
The Universe responds to our most dominant thoughts, conversations, and beliefs. As I am learning to pause more and more, I am amazed at how often my thoughts are dominated by lack, limitation, and negativity.
It seems so easy to participate in a negative conversation. Lately, we have been bombarded with political commercials that are riddled with negativity, name-calling, and downright crap. We are told how bad things are and how bad we should feel. Most of the time I change the channel because I really don’t want to get into that mindset.
I know that this is not my Truth or even the Truth. As I write this, I think about the commercials that I allow to play in my own mind. Ironically some are similar to the ones on TV. Well, I am beginning to delete those commercials in my mind some of which have been playing for many years.
Today Know: I am now raising up my negative filter. I will no longer participate in negative opportunities. When one comes up in conversation I change it, when one is on TV I change the channel, one comes up in my Mind I delete it. From now on I hold positive, abundant, loving, and peaceful thoughts. Healthy, joyful thoughts and I Love the manifestation.
I am now part of the solution not part of the problem. I am so grateful for the right to change my Mind and I Love the outcome.
Right now, I pause and think about all the good in my Life and am so thankful. I am grateful that I have won the birth lottery by being born in this wonderful country of unlimited opportunity. Life is a Gift and I accept All that is coming to me with.
And so it is…
Namaste’
“It takes but one positive thought when given a chance to survive and thrive to overpower an entire army of negative thoughts.” –Robert H. Schuller
–Yale Gelfant
Dennis Kirk has the perfect lighting enhancements for your Harley. Shop DennisKirk.com now for a great selection of lighting options from top brands. Orders placed by 8PM Central Time ship the same day, with FREE SHIPPING on orders over $89.
RIDE MORE. WAIT LESS.
–Bill May
US Has Only 25 Days of Diesel Supply; Shortage Could Cripple Economy—
The United States is down to 25 days of diesel supply as a top White House official declared the stockpile levels to be “unacceptably low.”
Data provided by the Energy Information Administration (EIA) show that diesel stockpiles are at their lowest level for October in records that date back to 1993, according to a Bloomberg News analysis. EIA data show that the United States, as of Oct. 14, has 25.4 days of supply—down from 34.2 days of supply four weeks prior.
National Economic Council Director Brian Deese, a top adviser to President Joe Biden, told Bloomberg News last week that current diesel levels are “unacceptably” low and that “all options are on the table” to increase supplies.
The diesel crunch comes just over two weeks before the November 2022 midterm elections and will likely drive-up prices even more. Diesel is the fuel used by freight trains and commonly used by long-haul truckers to transport goods and food.
“Most of the products we use are transported by trucks and trains with diesel engines, and most construction, farming, and military vehicles and equipment also have diesel engines,” the EIA’s website states. “As a transportation fuel, diesel fuel offers a wide range of performance, efficiency, and safety features. Diesel fuel also has a greater energy density than other liquid fuels, so it provides more useful energy per unit of volume.”
Prices, meanwhile, remain relatively elevated, according to AAA data. The average price for a gallon of diesel stands at around $5.33 nationwide, or up nearly $2 since the same time in 2021, the data shows.
Wholesale diesel prices at the New York spot market spiked last week to more than $200 per barrel.
— By Jack Phillips
Watts Up With That
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2013 Harley-Davidson FLS – Softail Slim for $12,995.00
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PIRELLI Congratulates Army of Darkness Race Team on Capturing Fifth Consecutive N2/WERA National Endurance Championship
AOD Prevails at Barber Motorsports Park with DIABLO Superbike Slicks to Take 18th and 19th National Endurance Championships
ATLANTA (October 24, 2022) – Pirelli Tire North America congratulates the Army of Darkness (AoD) racing team on capturing their fifth consecutive N2/WERA National Endurance Championship with a second-place finish at Barber Motorsports Park.
The AoD team consisting of Chris Peris, Ben Walters, Cody Wyman, Geoff May, and Robertino Pietri prevailed against a star-studded field for the team’s 18th and 19th National Endurance Championships. The AoD Yamaha YZF-R1 relied on the performance of Pirelli’s DIABLO Superbike range throughout the season
The Pirelli-equipped Army of Darkness team took a fifth consecutive N2/WERA National Endurance Championship. | Photo: Apex Productions LLC
“Another incredible season for the entire Army of Darkness team,” said Oscar Solis, senior racing manager, Pirelli. “There are so many variables in endurance racing, but together, we’ve been able to be as prepared as possible and it’s really shown with the results that they have delivered each season. The DIABLO Superbike range has had a lot of success this season and the performance and durability in these endurance races speak for itself.”
The AoD race team displayed consistency throughout the year, collecting four-second place finishes and the victory at Road Atlanta. With a 15-point advantage heading into the Barber finale, AoD needed to finish third place or better to secure the championship. At the checkered flag, a conservative second-place ride would be more than enough to complete the mission aboard their Pirelli-equipped Yamaha.
“These championships never come easy, and today, we were in a position of needing to ride fast enough to finish inside of the top three, but conservatively enough to not make any errors,” said Team Captain, Sam Fleming. “I had to make sure the riders didn’t push it too hard in order to achieve our end goal, which was the championship. Pirelli has been a partner of ours for the past two seasons and tires are such an important factor when it comes to these races. A huge thanks to Pirelli for giving us the tools needed!”
In addition to the N2/WERA National Endurance Championship, Pirelli continues its successful 2022 racing season with the DIABLO Superbike slicks, which includes a podium sweep of the Daytona 200, Bagger Racing League Series title, and track record after track record across the nation. Pirelli remains the go-to option for racers competing at event that do not require the use of a spec tire.
For more information about the complete line of Pirelli motorcycle tires, please visit Pirelli.com
Other book covers were too “politically-incorrect” — but well, still sold on Amazon as classic literature. LOL.
THIS IN FROM SAM’S TOOL BOX—
somewhat different than previous satire on tools SB
DRILL PRESS : A tall upright machine useful for suddenly snatching flat metal bar stock out of your hands so that it smacks you in the chest and flings your beer across the room, denting the freshly-painted project which you had carefully set in the corner where nothing could get to it.
WIRE WHEEL : Cleans paint off bolts and then throws them somewhere under the workbench with the speed of light. Also removes fingerprints and hard-earned calluses from fingers in about the time it takes you to say, ‘Oh sh–!’
SKIL SAW : A portable cutting tool used to make studs too short.
PLIERS : Used to round off bolt heads. Sometimes used in the creation of blood-blisters.
BELT SANDER : An electric sanding tool commonly used to convert minor touch-up jobs into major refinishing jobs.
HACKSAW :One of a family of cutting tools built on the Ouija board principle… It transforms human energy into a crooked, unpredictable motion, and the more you attempt to influence its course, the more dismal your future becomes.
VISE-GRIPS :Generally used after pliers to completely round off bolt heads. If nothing else is available, they can also be used to transfer intense welding heat to the palm of your hand.
OXYACETYLENE TORCH : Used almost entirely for lighting various flammable objects in your shop on fire Also handy for igniting the grease inside the wheel hub out of which you want to remove a bearing race.
TABLE SAW : A large stationary power tool commonly used to launch wood projectiles for testing wall integrity.
HYDRAULIC FLOOR JACK : Used for lowering an automobile to the ground after you have installed your new brake shoes, trapping the jack handle firmly under the bumper.
BAND SAW : A large stationary power saw primarily used by most shops to cut good aluminum sheet into smaller pieces that more easily fit into the trash can after you cut on the inside of the line instead of the outside edge.
TWO-TON ENGINE HOIST : A tool for testing the maximum tensile strength of everything you forgot to disconnect.
PHILLIPS SCREWDRIVER : Normally used to stab the vacuum seals under lids or for opening old-style paper-and-tin oil cans and splashing oil on your shirt; but can also be used, as the name implies, to strip out Phillips screw heads.
STRAIGHT SCREWDRIVER : A tool for opening paint cans. Sometimes used to convert common slotted screws into non-removable screws and butchering your palms.
PRY BAR : A tool used to crumple the metal surrounding that clip or bracket you needed to remove in order to replace a 50 cent part.
HOSE CUTTER : A tool used to make hoses too short.
HAMMER : Originally employed as a weapon of war, the hammer nowadays is used as a kind of divining rod to locate the most expensive parts adjacent the object we are trying to hit.
UTILITY KNIFE : Used to open and slice through the contents of cardboard cartons delivered to your front door; works particularly well on contents such as seats, vinyl records, liquids in plastic bottles, collector magazines, refund checks, and rubber or plastic parts. Especially useful for slicing work clothes, but only while in use.
SON-OF-A-B…!TOOL : (A personal favorite!) Any handy tool that you grab and throw across the garage while yelling ‘Son of a B…! ‘at the top of your lungs. It is also, most often, the next tool that you will need.
Hope you found this informative.
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Bengan, Custom builder, who just started his own Macke make anything you want in aluminium at his factory in Sweden.
Here’s a shot of Bandit’s Dicey Knucklehead, built by Milwaukee Iron, with Willie G. in Daytona about 1990.
–The Sheriff
Sheriff Media Group
Sweden
JIMS Milwaukee Eight Low Profile Billet Tappet Covers & Pushrod Cover Kits—
The tappet covers on the Milwaukee Eight® engine have grown substantially in height compared to Twin Cam engines. This additional height not only makes it challenging to adjust pushrods, but the covers have lost a bit of styling in their redesign.
Make way for the new JIMS® billet “low profile” Milwaukee Eight tappet covers. Not only do the JIMS tappet covers have a sleek new look, but they are approximately 1/2” lower then stock – making pushrod adjustment easy to do. Made from 6061 billet aluminum, these covers have JIMS “DNA” embedded in their design & work with stock and aftermarket alignment guides.
To achieve this height difference, the covers were designed to be installed with Twin Cam pushrod covers, they will NOT work with standard Milwaukee Eight pushrod covers. JIMS also offers these tappet covers with JIMS billet pushrod covers for the ultimate valve train cover upgrade for your Milwaukee Eight engine.
MSRP for the tappet cover kits, available in black and chrome range from $251.00 to $321.00. MSRP for the tappet cover AND pushrod cover kits, also available in black and chrome, range from $656.00 to $795.00.
For more information, please contact us at (805) 482-6913, email us at sales@jimsusa.com, or visit www.jimsusa.com.
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Director of Product & Business Development
Motivational Wisdom Quotes:
“A goal that is not planned is a wish; a dream that is not chased is a fantasy.”
“Push today for what you want tomorrow!” ? Lorii Myers
“Don’t be pushed by your problems. Be led by your dreams.” ~ Ralph Waldo Emerson
“Don’t wait. The time will never be just right.” ~ Napoleon Hill
“Do something everyday to move toward your goal. Get going and keep going.”
“It’s meaning in your life that causes you to have ideas that will help people.” ~ Jal Tucher
“Look back and be grateful. Look ahead and be hopeful. Look around and be helpful.”
–Wayfarer,
Editor
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This Stainless Steel Wrench Ring is made of Surgical Stainless Steel, hand crafted with the Finest Detail giving it a very Masculine and Dark look.
Add this manly piece to your collection and see just what kind of attention you will get. Don’t be fooled by our low price. This ring is top quality and retails for much, much, more in stores!
By importing directly from the source we are able to offer this magnificent ring at a tremendous discount.
After the Kentucky Congressional Delegation requested an extension to the FEMA assistance application deadline for the Eastern Kentucky floods, FEMA granted our request and extended the deadline to this Friday, October 28, 2022.
If you need assistance with either of these, you can reach my Bowling Green office at (270) 782-8303, and one of my staff members will be happy to assist.
You can find my latest update below!
Mobile Office Hours for Kentuckians
If you are a Kentucky resident in need of assistance with a federal agency, or with navigating needs related to the flooding in Eastern Kentucky, below you can find information on mobile office hours for Tuesday, October 25th, from 12:30PM – 3:00PM ET at:
Letcher County
Whitesburg Rec Center
1505 Jenkins Rd
Whitesburg, KY 41858
If you are in need of assistance but are unable to travel to this location, please feel free to contact our Bowling Green office at 270-782-8303. A staff member from my team will be more than happy to assist you.
–Dr Rand Paul
Here’s a few:
Name of the seminar / event: ABATE of Illinois Seminar
Dates (firm): January 20-22, 2023
Location (city): Springfield, IL
Contact Person: Pauli Ward
Contact Email: office@abate-il.org
ABATE of Wisconsin Officers Training Feb 10,11,12 2023 held in Marshfield WI. More information contact Marie at abatewis@abatewis.org. I have heard Rocky is planning to attend this session. Hardtail and Dave Dwyer should be in attendance also.
John Reblin
Executive Director
ABATE of Wisconsin
Abate of Pa Leadership and Legislative seminar
January 27 and 28 2023
Harrisburg Pa
Sonja Mauk
Prforabatepa@gmail.com
Ride Safe – Ride Free,
J. Ryan Hubbard
MRF Assistant Executive Director
(309) 267-0606
MAMA TRIED BUILDERS SPOTLIGHT—Kevin Baas
We thought it would be fun to ask our builders to answer some questions so we can get to know them a bit better. Below you will find their un-edited responses & some photos that represent them and their work/life.. Show these folks some love!! Say hello when you see them in the crowd at the Show!
So, I finally got to catch a young lady I’ve been wanting to cover for a while now, Nikki Lane! I became aware of her through social media of course, the variety of images of Ms Nikki intrigued me, yet I chose to not listen to any of her music prior to finally getting the opportunity to see her.
Or as it is with me point glass at them, I’ve never asked, but I assume they reflect back as artist can always find them. Eye contact yes, although a couple times, as if she wasn’t sure about it? Any music photographer, if allowed will shoot the entire show given the opportunity you can get some interesting images. Some you dig out of the lights of wrong color and they become B&Ws, which I like anyway. And sometimes you get a stellar lighting opportunity and get a shot, even if by pure chance that you keep looking at.
I like to wait and hear the artist without the refinement of a studio sound, how are they live? Nikki Lane was a party, I did think I was in line once? My understanding is there was actual crowd surfing the following night, unfortunately only talk of it this night. Do yourselves a favor, go purchase Denim & Diamonds her current tour, then work your way backwards!
So y’all know I’m not an actual music reviewer, I don’t even play one on TV, I believe I’d like to make Nikki Lane a habit!
–RFR
INDIAN MOTORCYCLE ‘HONORING HEROES’ APPAREL COLLECTION
PROVIDES DYNAMIC FUND-RAISING PLATFORM TO CONNECT UNITED STATES MILITARY PERSONNEL WITH FAMILY
100 Percent of Profits from Military-Inspired Collection Will Benefit the Armed Services YMCA and its Operation Ride Home Program
The ‘Honoring Heroes’ Collection was Originally Designed by Indian Motorcycle to Give Back to Those Who Give So Much
MINNEAPOLIS, MN – Oct. 26, 2022 – Indian Motorcycle, America’s First Motorcycle Company, today unveiled its 2022 ‘Honoring Heroes’ apparel collection – a military-inspired line that allows riders and fans to proudly display their support for U.S. military service, while also directly supporting active-duty military with their purchases. From now until November 30, 2022, Indian Motorcycle will donate 100% of the collection’s profits to benefit the Armed Services YMCA (ASYMCA) and its Operation Ride Home program, which assists active-duty United States military personnel in traveling home to visit their families.
With 13 new styles, the 2022 Indian Motorcycle Honoring Heroes collection includes a mix of military-inspired khaki, black and camo casualwear pieces for men and women. The men’s line features a zip-up hoodie, crewneck sweatshirt, and various shirt styles, including a button-up short-sleeve, standard t-shirt, sleeveless and long-sleeve options. The women’s line features a zip-up hoodie, and three shirt options: V-neck t-shirt, tank top, and three-quarter sleeve. To complete the collection, Indian Motorcycle has also introduced a new Camo Icon Trucker Hat and Black Icon Cap. To check out the full collection, visit the Indian Motorcycle Outpost.
“Support for the United States military and the men and women who serve our country has long been a cornerstone of the Indian Motorcycle brand, and we’re always exploring meaningful ways to make a difference for our active and retired military,” said Michael Dougherty, President of Indian Motorcycle. “Last year’s collection garnered positive feedback across the board, and that success motivated us to not only bring it back for 2022, but to turn it into a significant fund-raising engine for our friends at the Armed Services YMCA.”
The ASYMCA is an independent, national non-profit and Association of the YMCA of the USA, specifically dedicated to serving active-duty military service members and their families. The oldest military support organization in the U.S., the ASYMCA was established in 1861 and has long provided care and comfort for military troops through unique and specialized programs for service members, military spouses and military children.
As a gesture of appreciation for their service, Indian Motorcycle employees who are veterans themselves were featured in the official product photography for the Honoring Heroes collection.
The Indian Motorcycle Honoring Heroes collection is available now at select Indian Motorcycle dealers around the country. Until November 30, 2022, all profits from purchases made will be donated, up to a total of $100,000, by Indian Motorcycle to benefit the ASYMCA and its Operation Ride Home program.
To learn more about the collection visit the Indian Motorcycle Outpost. For more information about Operation Ride Home, or to make a tax-deductible donation, please visit OperationRideHome.com.
PIRELLI SCORPION Trail II Tires Selected as Original Equipment on New Zero DSR/X Electric Motorcycle—
Zero’s Full Range of High-Performance Electric Motorcycles
Come Equipped with Pirelli Tires
ATLANTA (October 26, 2022) – Pirelli Tire North America is pleased to announce that Zero Motorcycles has chosen Pirelli tires as original equipment for 2022 and beyond. Zero Motorcycles produces high-performance electric motorcycles that are lightweight, efficient, fast off the line, and fun, making Pirelli’s premium, high-performance tires the ultimate choice in helping put the power to the ground.
“This is an exciting opportunity for the Pirelli brand,” said Josh Whitmire, Pirelli Director of Sales, North America. “We live in a constantly changing world, and Zero is a brand that has taken the next step in motorcycle evolution with a direct focus on high-performance electric motorcycles. At the same time, our development is ongoing each and every day at Pirelli, and together, we see this being an extremely successful partnership that benefits and trickles down to the everyday consumer.”
The new Zero DSR/X electric adventure bike is the brand’s latest model to be introduced and comes equipped with Pirelli’s SCORPION™ Trail II 120/70R19 and 170/60R17 tires, which combine the best features of sport-touring and dirt-road motorcycling tires. Pirelli SCORPION™ Rally STR tires are also available as a performance accessory on the DSR/X for those riders looking for a knobby tire but require demanding grip on-road and added traction off-road.
“Zero Motorcycles is excited to continue our long-standing relationship with Pirelli as equipment on the all-new DSR/X,” said Brian Wismann, VP of Product Development, Zero Motorcycles. “Whether we’re developing on-road or off-road motorcycles, Pirelli has always provided our engineers with amazing options that balance traction, efficiency, and durability for our customers.”
Pirelli’s wide range of on- and off-road motorcycle tires come standard across the full Zero Motorcycle lineup. Pirelli tire models selected include the DIABLO ROSSO™ II on the Zero FXE and S; DIABLO ROSSO™ III on the Zero SR, SR/F, SR/S; MT 60™ on the Zero DS and DSR; and SCORPION™ MT90 A/T on the Zero FX.
Pirelli’s wide-rage motorcycle tire lineup offers a tire for everyone, whether on-road or off-road.
For more information about the complete line of Pirelli motorcycle tires, please visit Pirelli.com
ANOTHER SPORTSTER DEAL OF THE WEEK–I got acquainted with Phil by email after watching the movie. I wanted to build him another Flathead but he was too old and couldn’t afford it. I came to Nashville and got to know him. Now we are good friends. We are selling his last Sportster. He is 87.
Anyone interested can just contact me. He want $4,500. We have the front fender off and Stars are signing it. Emmylou is the only one who has signed so far but he will be getting more soon.
Chuck Mead from BR549 will be signing and Steve Earle if he can catch him. It is a stock ‘04 883 with 23,000 miles. Runs strong. Carb has been worked over. It needs a slightly smaller slow jet. It is a little fat when warm.
Be cool to own Phil Kaufman’s last bike. He has a great book about his life called Road Mangler Deluxe. I’ll get you an autographed copy in a few days. You will love it. He even did a little time in Terminal Island.
–Bill May
RESERVE YOUR DIRT BIKE TOUR TODAY– Costa Rica Unlimited
Costa Rica Unlimited, is excited to announce the delivery of Brand New Bikes. Our additions to the fleet will include a 2023 Husqvarna FE350 as well as brand new GasGas EC350 and EC300.
GasGas and Husqvarna revolutionized the industry in enduro bikes creating reliable powerhouses capable of handling everything Costa Rica has to offer. These new bikes provide our tour guests with the latest and greatest allowing you to experience our tours without having to worry about an old bike holding you back from adventure. Ride and test up to six (6) models from the factory upgraded with all of our aftermarket sponsors products.
Come ride unlimited miles of jungle single track, mountains, beaches and see parts of Costa Rica most would never experience. Ride all day, hit the beach after, relax at our pool/deck or enjoy the active nightlife up the road in Jaco.
CRU: Our Bikes, Our Homes, Our Guides, Your Adventure.
Costa Rica Unlimited | 18832 Silver Maple Way, Santa Ana, CA 92705
Today, we built a custom Travelers Time-cover for one of our buds @59_pan_man Ray at Copper Top Garage in Ormond Beach FL.
Thanks for the support Ray.
–Adam Croft
THE BIGGEST SHOW AT THE LONE STAR RALLY
Saturday, Nov. 5th
CYCLE SOURCE MAGAZINE’S
Ride In Custom Bike Show
Located at Beach Central Seawall
Free to sign up – 10 am-3 pm
Awards at 4:30 pm
Free GorillaPro T-Shirt to anyone who registers!
$500 CASH & FULL FEATURE FOR THE BEST-OF-SHOW WINNER
Inspired by the classic custom look, beautifully executed by Triumph’s world-class design and manufacturing teams.
This simply stunning collection of ten iconic Chrome Edition Triumph motorcycles is a celebration of hand-crafted style and tradition.
Renowned for exceptional finish and detailing, the exciting Modern Classic and Rocket 3 Chrome Edition lineup reinforces Triumph’s position as the true leader in authentic character and style.
Available for one year only, each Chrome Edition motorcycle perfectly showcases the craft and capability of the dedicated teams that perfected the skill of chrome detailing over many years.
Beautifully and sensitively incorporated into each of these ten iconic motorcycles, Chrome Edition riders can enjoy the thrilling performance, neutral handling and modern capability of the latest generation lineup, amplified by a truly exclusive, custom-inspired look.
~ Peter Drucker
TRIKE REPORT OF THE WEEK–This is what Harley should offer.
Shark nose instead of batwing so forks turn in fairing.
Swooping rear fenders
Chiseled 14-inch bars
Raked front end
–Mike Stevenson
“Little progress can be made by merely attempting to repress what is evil. Our great hope lies in developing what is good.”
From Epoch Bright
John Hoffman here. Just received my books you sent by Gregory Wrightstone and K. Randall Ball aka Bandit. THANK YOU VERY MUCH!I am enclosing a donation to help spread the truth!
I recently moved from Southern Nevada to Riverton, Wyoming which is 22 miles from my hometown of Shoshoni. As you know the luck 5 lounge is there and reminds me very much of your 5-Ball logo.
The majority of my career I worked as a driller in the open pit Gold Mines of Northern Nevada mainly in the Elko area. Mining is a boring job, with 12.5 hour shifts filled with long commutes and shifting schedules. Your articles/stories in Bikernet along with your books provided many hours of entertainment and escape, which helped me and many others cope with the rigors of mining.
As I retire your articles on Bikernet and Cycle Source fill the gap. THANK YOU VERY MUCH.
–JOHN
LIFE-SAVER FROM BAKER DRIVELINE— Comp Sprocket Kit
Do you often hear a loud ‘clunk’ in your primary when starting up or turning off your bike? A common issue with the stock Twin Cam and M8 bikes is a failed compensator sprocket. We, at BAKER, wanted to make a stronger, more reliable comp sprocket to fix the factory’s issues.
The main benefits of the BAKER Drivetrain Compensator Sprocket Kit are quieter operation, extended durability over stock, and refined function to smooth out the inherent power pulsations of the Twin Cam and M8 motors. This kit features enhanced cam lobe geometry, increased ramp angles, and a circular oil skirt that channels primary lubricant into the cam lobe region. The BAKER Comp Sprocket kit fits 2006-2017 Dyna models and 2007-Later Touring & Softail models.
No, not really. USPS will deliver it. Just a desk-calendar with 12 photos of Emperor Ming Ball.
Here is a photo of WWE Superstar John Cena announcing your arrival at the stadium to fight “The Undertaker” at Summerslam 2023.
Ride his Ass !!!
–Ujjwal Dey
Chief Reporter
Bikernet International News Desk
HAPPY HALLOWEEN—Make sure you vote. We are living is super scary times, so Halloween action is perfect right now.
I am working with Chopper Dave on some point cover/coasters for Xmas. He makes custom castings, so if you need something google Chopper Dave.
Still working outside on projects. The weather has been amazing.
George Christie has been writing again. He’s back in Ventura. He meet with Taco, the boss of the Outlaws during the 50th Sturgis Anniversary. I also met Taco that year. In the center was Billy Tinney, the editor of Tattoo Magazine, who put the meeting together.
Getting ready to kick off my next build with those cast iron levers as the controls and pegs. The antique foot warmer for an oil bag and Irish Rich already set up the old Peanut tank on the VL frame. Hang on for the first report.
In the meantime Ride Fast and Free Forever.
–Bandit
