Wait until you read about the laws being passed. We took on two new sponsors this week, Mike Hupy (law services) and Johnny Suede’s clothing line. We also plan to launch some new product lines in the Bikernet Gulch. Hang on.
We run at this thing, one week, like our asses were set on fire, the next like someone pulled the plug. Sure, we have our ups and downs, but if you come here on a regular basis you’re beginning to see how flexible and fast we can move on stories. You’d think I’m a goddamn digital crank dealer, but we want to bring you news, techs, bike features and sex as fast as we receive it.
Sure we take a break once in a while. I spoke to Frank Kaisler this morning, he’s at the dealer show in Indy that’s snowed in, then Sin and I strolled along the sun lit marina to Canetti’s, a little fish and chips joint, for breakfast. We kicked around Sturgis plans and my over-confident idea to ride my ’48 Pan. We may have a notion in mind. It will blow your mind and I may end up taking two women along. What could be better. Let’s get to the news.
OREGON RIDERS TRYING TO PASS VEHICULAR ASSAULT BILL
Other Oregon bills being processed are the Lane Splitting Bill (authorizes lane splitting under very strict circumstances); another is to end healthcare insurance discrimination against Bikers. If you have an accident on a bike, some companies deny coverage, and THIS NEEDS TO STOP. We also want vehicular assault laws toughened up so when a biker is injured or killed in a wreck, the perpetrator doesn’t just get his wrist slapped.
There are a couple of others that are not offered by BikePAC, but still are of interest to us. One is the allowance of multiple headlight use and the other would allow riders to put “Blue Dot” taillights on their bikes, which is HB2398. Blue dot taillights light up a violet color when the brake light in engaged, and is not only kinda purty, but also enhances the rider’s conspicuity or ability to be seen in traffic.
See Bikers Right Department for all the news.
New Herbal Medicine–Stock Tip
Yesterday, I heard from a drug rep for Glaxo who told me that they are on the verge of launching a new herbal remedy that they think will take the market by storm.
This drug sounds so promising that I want to suggest to my closest friends, that they consider buying stock in the company now.
The drug is called Gingko Viagra, and its function is to help you remember what the fuck you are doing.
Photo from Bob T.
Motorcycle helmet law modification bills
Motorcycle helmet law modification bills have already been introduced in several states across the country and are being actively tracked by the AMA.
Massachusetts H206 allows motor cyclists participating in public parades to be exempt from the helmet law, while H207 regulates the wearing of helmets for passengers and operators of motorcycles, and H208 regulates the use of protective headgear for persons riding on motorcycles.
Missouri H137 requires operators of motorcycles and motortricycles who are under twenty-one years of age to wear protective headgear, and S226 exempts motorcyclists age 21 and older from wearing a helmet when operating a motorcycle or motortricycle.
Mississippi S2281 relates to motorcycle helmets; revises requirement to wear.
New York A589 requires motorcycle user to wear helmets that meet the federal motor vehicle safety standards and which have been impact-tested by the US Department of Transportation, the Commissioner of Motor Vehicles or by an independent laboratory approved by the Commissioner of Motor Vehicles. S170 exempts motorcyclist over the age of 21 from the requirement of wearing protective helmets of a type approved by the Commissioner of Motor Vehicles when operating or riding a motorcycle.
Virginia H1848 limits the application of the motorcycle helmet law to operators and passengers less than 21 years old; provides that a citation for a violation may not be issued unless the officer has another reason to stop the vehicle or arrest the driver. H1938 exempts motorcyclists operating on scenic highways and Virginia byways from the Motorcycle Helmet Law and makes failure to wear a required helmet a secondary offense.
West Virginia S61 relates to motorcycle operators and passengers; requires that motorcycle operators and passengers under twenty-one years of age wear helmets while riding; and requires that any operator licensed less than two years wear a helmet while riding.
For information on these, or other, laws effecting your right to ride go to www.AMADirectlink.com, click on the “Protecting Your Right To Ride” icon, then click on the AMA Statewatch icon.
Just A Little Bull
A man takes his wife to the State Fair and one of the exhibits is that of breeding bulls. They come up to the first pen and there is a sign that says:
“This Bull mated 50 times last year.” The wife pokes her husband in the ribs and says, “He mated 50 times last year.”
They walked a little further and see another pen with a sign that says:
“This Bull mated 120 times last year.” The wife hits her husband and says “See That? That’s more than twice a week! You could learn a lot from him.”
They walk further and a third pen has a Bull with a sign saying: “This Bull mated 365 times last year.” The wife gets really excited and says “That’s once a day. You could REALLY learn something from this one.”
The husband looks at her and says …. “Go up and ask him if it was with the same cow.” –from Buckshot
ACLU On Religion
In the news last week it said that the ACLU does not want any crosses on public Property.
–from Jim Pederson
Judge Says Ban On Concealed Weapons Is Unconstitutional
(Tiffin-AP) — A judge in Tiffin ruled yesterday that Ohio’s decades-old ban on carrying concealed weapons violates the state Constitution because it prevents people from defending themselves. Seneca County Common Pleas Judge Michael Kelbley dismissed a case against a woman charged with having a hidden gun in a car.
In a similar case, the Ohio Supreme Court has agreed to hear a challenge by activists from Hamilton County who argue the law is illegal. The Hamilton County Common Pleas Court found the ban violates the Ohio Constitution and people should be allowed to carry weapons.
In April, the 1st Ohio District Court of Appeals upheld that ruling. The Supreme Court has not said when it will hear arguments in the case. Seneca County Prosecutor Ken Egbert said he will appeal Kelbley’s decision to the 3rd Ohio District Court of Appeals.
–from Rogue
photo from Bob T.
A sign at a business establishment in Philadelphia, PA: “WE WOULD RATHER DO BUSINESS WITH 1000 AL QAEDA TERRORISTS THAN WITH A SINGLE AMERICAN”
This sign was prominently displayed in the window of a business in Philadelphia. You are probably outraged at the thought of such an inflammatory statement. One would think that anti-hate groups from all across the country would be marching on this business… And that the National Guard might have to be called to keep the angry crowds back.
But, perhaps in these stressful times one might be tempted to let the proprietors simply make their statement . . . We are a society who holds Freedom of Speech as perhaps our greatest liberty . . . And after all, it is just a sign. You may ask what kind of business would dare post such a sign?
Answer: A Funeral Home (Who said morticians had no sense of humor?)
–from Buckshot
Paul Yaffe Deal Of The Week
250 – TC-88B – Softail Chopper – 2002. This PYO chopper is sure to turn heads were ever you go. Blk with silver tribal flames, With the frame mounted fender you can ride your sweety in comfort. This truly unique chop will roll you out in style.
Paul Yaffe Softail Chopper
Hydraulic Deuce Fork with 6 Degree Trees
Zombie Tank (3.6 Gallon Capacity)
Harley Davidson TC-88B Motor
Harley Davidson 5 Speed Transmission
Primo 3-inch Belt Drive Primary
21-inch 60 Spoke Front Wheel
18 x 5.5 Rear Wheel
Gates Poly-Chain final Drive
Harley Davidson 4 Piston Front & Rear Disc Brakes
Swingarm Mounted Rear Fender
Upholstered Solo Seat
2/3 Color Paint Scheme
Paul Yaffe Exhaust System
Paul Yaffe Foot Controls
Performance Machine or J Brake Hand Controls
Photo from Bob T.
The Old Cat Rules
AT 85 years of age, Morris marries Lou Anne, a lovely 25-year-old. Since her new husband is so old, Lou Anne decides that, after their wedding, she and Morris should have separate bedrooms, because she is concerned that her new but aged husband may over-exert himself if they spend the whole night together.
After the wedding festivities, Lou Anne prepares herself for bed. There is a knock on the door, the door opens and there is Morris. They unite as one. All goes well, Morris takes leave of his bride, and she prepares to go to sleep.
After a few minutes, Lou Anne hears another knock on the bedroom door. It’s Morris, ready for more. Somewhat surprised, Lou Anne consents and, when the newlyweds are done, Morris kisses his bride, bids her a fond goodnight and leaves.
Lou Anne is set to go to sleep when Morris is back rapping on the door, as fresh as a 25-year-old and ready for more action. Once again they enjoy each other. But as Morris is set to leave again, his young bride says to him, “I am very impressed that at your age you can perform so well and so often. I have been with men less than a third of your age who were only good once. You are truly a great lover, Morris”.
Morris, somewhat embarrassed, turns to Lou Anne and says, “You mean I was here already?”
–from Rev CarlR
Project Launch From Bikernet Caribbean
One last photo before the maiden run…. More photos tomorrow after riding.. Now if I can get that fucking SU to work……..
–Jose
Clean up that shop, my son, and I’ll show you how to tune a SU.–Your dad
Dear Abby:
My husband is a liar and a cheat. He has cheated on me from the beginning, when I confront him he denies everything. What’s worse is everyone knows he cheats on me, it is so humiliating? Also since he lost his job two years ago he hasn’t even looked for a new one. All he does is sit around the living room in his underwear and watch TV while I work to pay the bills. And since our daughter went away to college he doesn’t even pretend to like me, he keeps calling me a lesbian. What should I do?
Signed Clueless
Dear Clueless:
Dump him. Since you became a New York senator you don’t need him anymore.
–from Jill Z.
Wild news from the ’50s.
Let’s Hit The Road–Just about the time I was going to lure Sin into one of the headquarters rooms, for a mid-day escapade, there was a incessant tapping at the french doors. “What the fuck,” I muttered and peered down the hall. Coral had returned, her blonde hair disheveled from an all nighter. Sin just about trampled my ass heading toward the door. Coral has been out of the state for a couple of months, but her return always heats up the headquarters.
Here’s another tease about Sturgis. Okay, so it involves a truck, two women, two bikes, Dr. Hamster and Roger Borget. How’s that for an odd assortment of bikes? The Hamster rides an early, all black, Evo FLH standard with almost 200,000 miles on the clock. Roger would no-doubt ride one of his radical creations with over a 100-inch engine, and I would pick up the rear with the 61-inch ’48 Pan and the King in the truck for back-up. Whatta ya’ tink?
I better post this sucker before someone pisses and moans about the Post being post deadline. I’m outta here.
–Bandit
