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Hey,
We are scrambling, as usual, trying to save the world and build cool motorcycles. What more could be better, unless, like Jeremiah found a new girl and Bandit found another bottle of “The good stuff.”
We talked to Willy about our 5-Ball Racing bike trailer for the run to Sturgis. I spoke to Mr. Patina about tuning and servicing the 5-Ball van for the run.
I started a 1928 Shovelhead reconfiguration day before yesterday and ran into some problems, changed my angle on the job and completed it yesterday. Uncle Monkey would have loved this.
Next week you will see the new Paughco Bars and solid brass risers on the Shovelhead. It has a new battery and it’s ready to rock toward the badlands.
Let’s hit it.
BIKERNET BAD JOKE LIBRARY IS WIDE OPEN–
A mother taught her son to go to the bathroom by the numbers. “1. Open your fly. 2. Take out your equipment. 3. Pull back the skin. 4. Do your business. 5. Let the skin forward. 6. Stow your equipment. 7. Close your fly.”
She checked on him often to make sure he had learned his lesson, and each time heard him through the outhouse door saying, “1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6. 7.”
She was pleased with his progress until that day when she passed the bathroom door and heard, “3-5, 3-5, 3-5, 3-5, 3-5, 3-5.”
–from Rogue and Ed
DOCUMENTARY OF THE WEEK–
What the Health is the groundbreaking follow-up film from the creators of the award-winning documentary Cowspiracy. The film exposes the collusion and corruption in government and big business that is costing us trillions of healthcare dollars, and keeping us sick.
What The Health is a surprising, and at times hilarious, investigative documentary that will be an eye-opener for everyone concerned about our nation’s health and how big business influences it.
Hang on for this one…–Bandit
Loretta Lynn Ranch to host Tennessee Motorcycles & Music Revival
June 7th, 2017
The Loretta Lynn Ranch will host a five-day music and motorcycle revival this fall, the rural recreational facility announced Monday.
The Tennessee Motorcycle and Music Revival will be held Sept. 28-Oct. 1 in Hurricane Mills and will feature “Loretta’s Ride for Mission 22,” a charity ride that benefits Mission 22, an organization that provides treatment programs for post-traumatic stress disorder and traumatic brain injuries while raising awareness on the issue of veteran suicide.
“We’ve been having motorcycles here forever with the AMA and all year long thousands of people riding into camp at the Ranch. This is what we do here and I’m so excited for this new one to happen,” Lynn said in a news release.
The event will feature “live music at multiple locations, a variety of entertainment, specialty food trucks, premium and primitive camping sites, vendors and plenty of riding,” according to a news release.
Riders can camp, park RVs, and special VIP passes will grant revival-goers first access to reserve cabins and premium full hook-ups for RVs.
Musician lineups, specific events, and other details have yet to be announced.
–Carrie Rep
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JUDGE SENTENCED FOR VIOLATING TERMS OF ARREST–
A City Court judge in New York was sentenced Thursday to 60 days in jail plus three years probation for violating the conditions of her sentence for a 2016 drunken-driving conviction.
Before Judge Leticia Astacio’s sentence was handed down, she told Judge Stephen Aronson of Canandaigua City Court that she had complied with everything the court had asked of her.
In February 2016, Astacio was charged with misdemeanor driving while intoxicated. A state trooper testified he found Astacio’s SUV on the side of an interstate with extensive front-end damage and her side tires flat.
In August, she was found guilty of driving while intoxicated after a bench trial. Submitting to random drug tests and abstaining from alcohol were among the conditions of her sentence. In June, she was found guilty of violating those terms.
–from Rogue
The derby covers you had etched are really cool. I’ve seen some of that type of work done on a brother’s bike. He passed away last year. He was a Frankenstein with a bass guitar, like the old Boris Karloff actor. Looked really cool.
Still waiting on yall’s write up of Hollister rally.
–Gearhead
Is the town and the CHP still fucking with the finances of Hollister?—Bandit.
WORDS FROM THE BAND LEADER–
Just saw this quote on the Firefox home page:
“Playing a musical instrument can relieve stress, enhance creativity and has the added benefit of making you look super cool!”
–The Magnificent Bill Hayes
Author
Historian
Martial Arts Master
Band Leader
A TESTAMENT TO DRIVER COURTESY–
Though declaring June as Lane Courtesy Month allows the NMA to shine a spotlight on the importance of keeping right to allow faster traffic to pass, what shouldn’t be lost in the shuffle is that lane courtesy is a 24/7/365 principle.
If not practiced universally, the benefits can easily be lost. Put another way, it only takes one driver camping out in the left lane to cause traffic tie-ups and to raise the ire of fellow road users. When that happens rarely is safe driving a byproduct.
In looking back on last month’s lane courtesy education campaign, we thought there may be no better way to keep the issue in front of the public than to share a note we received from Ken Willis, NMA Colorado member, with some personal observations about driver courtesy:
Long ago I read somewhere that when you act courteously toward others your heart likes that. Since I’m a lawyer (retired) that might not have come natural for me.
I’ve always stopped to allow pedestrians to cross the street. That might be because I was hit by a car when I was 8 years old and spent 3 months in the hospital (they kept you longer in those days, 1953).
After reading about how being courteous toward others might just maintain a healthy heart, I made it my leitmotif on the road. Although I usually drive fast, I never fail to let another driver into my lane and I switch lanes as soon as I can when I see a driver behind me who wants to pass.
If someone passes me, I slow down (if I can so safely) to make it easier for them. Basically, even though I may be in a hurry I allow any other driver who want the right of way to have it. When another driver gives me the right of way I always wave a “thank you.”
I even give way to big rigs on the interstate to allow then to move into the left lane to pass another big rig, even though I know that will result in a rolling road block for the next mile or so. I know those guys make their money by getting the goods to market as soon as possible. They also know the speed preferred by their engine for the best gas mileage so they try to maintain that.
Now I’m an old guy but I still love to ride a motorcycle pretty fast and I’m usually a little over the speed limit in the car when possible (and safe).
Apparently being courteous to other drivers on the road works well for me. My heart is healthy and I have never had an accident. I have received a few speeding tickets, but very few. I’ve been stopped by the cops a lot more often than I’ve been ticketed. I have a formula for courteously dealing with them as well, and they seem to like it.
A lesson about courtesy but also a formula for safer roads and more enjoyable travel.
–from Rogue
This is the way to go, not more laws.–Bandit
WORDS FROM THE BASE OF THE MOUNTAIN— It is only you who can master yourself. But once this is done, it is a true blessing.
–David Crosweller,
Buddhist Wisdom
NEWS FROM BILL WALL LEATHERS–
After a very interesting year in Malibu at famous Bill Wall leather I’m not working there anymore.
My new shop will be up and running soon.
I take any leather orders at the moment and I’m happy for any orders and support.
With Love and Respect
Mario @ MBLeathers
7100 Hundley Way
Placentia, CA 92870
Phone: +1 310 717 95 89
www.mbleathers.com
NEWS FROM THE MAGNIFICENT ARCH– Arch Motorcycle Company, known for its performance-driven cruisers has been appointed by Swiss race engineering company Suter Industries as the exclusive North America importer and distributor of their closed course specific motorcycles.
Arch has formed a separate division within its company named Suter North America, which will specialize specifically in the sales, set-up and technical support of the Suter MMX 500, MMX 2 Moto2 and other Suter motorcycles.
Jointly, Suter Industries has been appointed by Arch Motorcycle as their European importer and distributor. The celebrated Swiss company will take the lead in the process to create a Euro-4 compliant Arch KRGT-1 motorcycle and lend its well-respected engineering resources as Arch develops future models and product.
Suter Industries is an engineering company founded in 1996 by Eskil Suter. Well respected within the race industry, the distinguished company has won three consecutive manufacturers championships in the Moto2 class (2010, 2011, and 2012). 2012 also marked the first year a young Marc Marquez won the Moto2 Championship for Suter. In mid-2015, Suter remade history by releasing an epic, two-stroke racing marvel, the MMX500.
Suter CEO Maurizio Bäumle comments, “We at Suter are pleased and proud to have found an enthusiastic partner in Arch Motorcycle Company. Both our companies share the same vision in regards to technical perfection, but I think it is our mutual passion for riding that ultimately makes this a perfect partnership. Whether out on the road or on the track, both Arch and Suter endeavor to capture the joy of riding in all our motorcycles. We look forward to working alongside Arch to make our bikes the best they can possibly be.”
Arch Motorcycle Company was co-founded in 2012 by Gard Hollinger and Keanu Reeves with the goal of creating the ultimate American performance cruiser. Their inaugural model, the KRGT-1 was released in 2015 and sold all over the world. Arch Motorcycle Company plans to launch additional models to compliment the KRGT-1 later this year.
Arch Co-Founder/Designer Gard Hollinger says, “The undisputed technical prowess Suter brings in precision motorcycle manufacturing is what really excites us about working together. We’re extremely excited about the engineering resources that Suter brings to the table, which really are unparalleled and will be a great asset to our Arch team as we continue to develop some of the best motorcycles in the world.”
For more questions, on the Arch / Suter partnership, please contact Heath Cofran Heath@ArchMotorcycle.com.
NEW TECH COMING FROM THE BIKERNET SHOP— Installing the Paughco Hollywood bars and solid brass risers is coming as we prepare for the run to the Badlands.
WISDOM FROM THE MASTERS–
Live a good, honorable life… Then when you get older and think back, you’ll enjoy it a second time.
–from Rogue and Sidehack Jerry
COUNTRY MUSIC NEWS–
Rhonda Vincent and Daryle Singletary Release Duet Album American Grandstand Available Now
Vincent and Singletary Featured on The Boot, Rolling Stone Country, Music City Roots, Bluegrass Ridge, Nashville Sports & Entertainment Magazine, Nashville Country Club, Sounds Like Nashville, Roughstock, Nashville Access and More
The wait is over as Rhonda Vincent and Daryle Singletary release their brand new duet album American Grandstand. The album includes 12 traditional country songs, combining classic duets, along with never before heard all-original music. This must-have album is released via Upper Management Music, and fans can purchase American Grandstand HERE.
Both artists have continued to generate buzz with American Grandstand, recently securing features on The Boot, Music City Roots, Nashville Sports & Entertainment Magazine, Nashville Country Club, Sounds Like Nashville, Roughstock, Nashville Access and more.
Vincent will also appear on Heartland TV’s “Bluegrass Ridge,” where she will be the guest host for 4 consecutive weeks, beginning the week of July 10. Throughout each episode, she will share some of her most career-defining moments, and what led her to the latest venture. Vincent and Singletary are also giving fans an inside glimpse of tracks from the latest album with exclusive videos featured on The Country Note, The Daily Country, Roughstock, Nashville Country Club, Lovin’ Lyrics and more.
Fans got the first taste of American Grandstand with the lead single, “One.” The dynamic pair originally performed the song together in 2016 at the legendary Grand Ole Opry, which ultimately led them to record the song, originally made famous by country icons George Jones and Tammy Wynette. Each track includes their unique spin with their feel-good, distinctive vocals.
In addition to upcoming tour dates together, fans were treated to multiple performances as both artists teamed up for CMA Music Fest in Nashville, which was included in Rolling Stone Country’s 20 Best Free Concerts. Fans can catch Vincent, who the Wall Street Journal dubbed “The New Queen of Bluegrass,” at festivals and venues throughout North America, while fans in central Europe will get a chance to catch the most award winning band in bluegrass music, Rhonda Vincent & The Rage, when they return in September (see dates below).
American Grandstand Track Listing:
1. Above and Beyond
2. One
3. After The Fire Is Gone
4. American Grandstand
5. Slowly But Surely
6. As We Kiss Our World Goodbye
7. Can’t Live Life
8. Golden Ring
9. We Must Have Been Out of Our Minds
10. Louisiana Woman Mississippi Man
11. A Picture of Me Without You
12. Up This Hill and Down
Rhonda Vincent On Tour:
July 07 Murfreesboro, Tenn. – Uncle Dave Macon Days
July 08 Centre Hall, Pa. – Remington Ryde Festival
July 09 Woodbine, Md. – Jennings Chapel United Methodist Outdoor Worship Center
July 15-16 Colby, Ks. – Pickin’ on the Plains Bluegrass Festival
July 19 Sheridan, Wyo. – Whitney Center for the Arts
July 20 Livingston, Mt. – Music Ranch Montana
July 22-23 Darrington, Wash. – Darrington Bluegrass Festival
July 27 Hiawassee, Ga. – Georgia Mountain Fair
Aug. 03-04 Thornton, N.H. – Pemi Valley Festival
Aug. 05 Milan, Mich. – Milan Bluegrass Festival
Aug. 11 Hebron, Conn. – Podunk Bluegrass Festival
Aug. 17 Marion, N.C. – North Carolina Bluegrass Festival
Aug. 18 Gettysburg, Pa. – Gettysburg Bluegrass Festival
Aug. 23 Rhonda Filming
Aug. 25 Keene, Ontario, Canada – Greenbridge Celtic Folk Festival
Aug. 26 Washington, Pa. – Wild Things Park
Sept. 02 Fort Fairfield, Maine – County Bluegrass
Sept. 06 Prague, Czech Republic
Sept. 8-9 Gstaad, Switzerland – Country Night Gstaad
Sept. 14 Kodak, Tenn. – Dumplin Valley Bluegrass Festival
Sept. 15 Conway, Mo. – Starvy Creek Bluegrass Festival
Sept. 16-17 Flagstaff, Ariz. – Pickin’ in the Pines
Sept. 23 Vine Grove, Ky. – Vine Grove Bluegrass Music Festival
Sept. 30 Hartselle, Ala. – Hartselle High School Auditorium
Oct. 19 Breman, Ga. – Milltown Music Hall with Daryle Singletary
DUCATI NEWS– Ducati 1299 Panigale R Final Edition: a tribute to the legendary twin-cylinder engine, the most victorious in SBK World Championship history
• 209 hp* Superquadro 1299 engine with components derived from Ducati Corse in a Panigale R chassis, this bike is destined for cult status
• Ducati CEO Claudio Domenicali and the riders of Aruba.it Racing–Ducati team to present the new special Ducati at Laguna Seca
• Chaz Davies and Marco Melandri to race with a “Final Edition” livery
An excellent bike, born out of respect and admiration for the engine that has made Ducati history and written the World Superbike Championship record books. The new 1299 Panigale R Final Edition is more than just a bike with a dedicated color scheme or a limited edition.With a tricolor livery, as eye-catching as it is evocative, it offers a fitting tribute to Ducati’s iconic twin-cylinder power unit, which reaches its peak on this latest bike.
For its world preview, Ducati has chosen round eight of the World Superbike Championship, taking place this weekend at Laguna Seca (California-US), where Claudio Domenicali, CEO of Ducati Motor Holding, unveiled the new 1299 Panigale R Final Edition together with Chaz Davies and Marco Melandri (the two official Aruba.it Racing–Ducati riders and stars of the excellent presentation video).
This latest built-in-Bologna gem offers unparalleled technology, performance, and design. A Euro 4 compliant road bike, each 1299 Panigale R Final Edition is individually numbered. An offshoot of the 1299 Superleggera engine, the Final Edition Superquadro packs a 209 hp* punch at 11,000 rpm and a torque of 14.5 kg at 9,000 rpm. It features a lighter crankshaft with a larger crank pin and tungsten balancing pads, while the con-rods, like the intake-exhaust valves, are made of titanium. As on Superbike engines, the two 116 mm diameter, pistons have just two segments and slide on steel cylinder liners.
Developed by Ducati Corse, the ultra-compact monocoque structure incorporates the airbox and plays a pivotal role in containing the dry weight of the 1299 Panigale R Final Edition to just 179 kg**.
The chassis set-up on this latest Ducati Supersport is the same as that on the Panigale R, characterized by Öhlins mechanical suspension and a 24° rake.
Equally sophisticated and light is the complete all-titanium Akrapovic exhaust with high dual silencer (Euro 4 compliant), just like the one on the Panigale R that competes in the World Superbike championship.
The electronics package features the Bosch Inertial Measurement Unit (IMU) and is equipped with ABS Cornering, Ducati Wheelie Control EVO (DWC EVO), Ducati Traction Control EVO (DTC EVO) and Engine Brake Control (EBC). These systems have default settings linked to the selected Riding Mode (Race, Sport, and Wet) but can be personalized as desired.
Top-drawer tech content and the all-new tricolor livery ensure the 1299 Panigale R Final Edition is set to gain cult status among the vast community of Ducati twin-cylinder aficionados.
The 1299 Panigale R Final Edition will play a pivotal role throughout the weekend at Laguna Seca. On Saturday morning, immediately after the Superpole, the bike will go on display both at Ducati Island (the space Ducati traditionally sets aside for its fans during American events) and inside the Paddock Show.
And, to complete this historic moment, the Aruba it Racing–Ducati team has decided to celebrate the arrival of the new 1299 Panigale R Final Edition by decking out its two official race bikes in the same special livery, to be used by Chaz Davies and Marco Melandri on Saturday in Race 1 and on Sunday in Race 2.
Additional information about Ducati, including participating dealers and availability can be found at www.ducati.com.
Kustom Kulture Artisan Show Awards $20,000+ at the Cherokee Blue Ridge Run
The Kustom Kulture Artisan Show is an extreme artisan show produced by Biker Pros for the Cherokee Blue Ridge Run, blueridgerun.com. The 3-day event is scheduled for September 8th -10th in the North Carolina mountains and promises Great Riding, Great Music and plenty of Cool Stuff.
The Kustom Kulture Artisan Show is an extravaganza of sights and sounds. Enthusiasts’ experience what it takes to build a custom bike from metal work to leather work. Not only will they be able to see how it’s done, they can try their hand at numerous disciplines including pinstriping.
The Kustom Kulture Artisan Show is hosted at the Cherokee Fairgrounds Display Hall, where competitors are competing for the East Coast largest payout – over $23,000 in cash and prizes in 3 classes, with Free Style paying through 6 places. Additionally, more cash and trophies will be awarded for Best Choppers, Best Bagger, Best Café Best FXR/DYNA and People’s Choice.
“Showcasing Custom Motorcycles, providing a platform for builders to show their skills and get together with other enthusiasts is what it’s all about! – It’ll be a fun weekend.” said Mark Cresswell, Rally Director.
The Free Style winner receives an additional $2,000 to compete in the Championship of the Americas at AIMExpo in Ohio. If they win there, the bike and owner receives a trip to Germany for the AMD World Championship.
“The Kustom Kulture Artisan Show highlights builders that create exceptional builds, from low-cost “less is more” customs to one-off, multi-year “big buck” projects that can take years to complete,” explained Bob Kay, Biker Pros Partner.
A hands on, skills workshop display called Grease + Gears rounds out the Kustom Kulture Artisan Show. Enthusiasts plugin on Facebook to see the skills and techniques required to build a custom bike.
To enter the Artisan Show, or for more info on being part of Grease & Gears, enthusiasts need to log on to custombikeshows.com.
–Jeff Najar
Phone: 919-450-5060
Email address: jeff@bikerpros.com
BIKERNET BAD JOKE LIBRARY IS STILL OPEN–
On the first day of school, the children brought gifts for their teacher. The supermarket manager’s daughter brought the teacher a basket of assorted fruit.
The florist’s son brought the teacher a bouquet of flowers.
The candy-store owner’s daughter gave the teacher a pretty box of candy.
Then the liquor-store owner’s son brought up a big, heavy box. The teacher lifted it up and noticed that it was leaking a little bit. She touched a drop of the liquid with her finger and tasted it.
“Is it wine?” she guessed.
“No,” the boy replied.
She tasted another drop and asked, “Champagne?”
“No,” said the little boy, “It’s a puppy.”
–from Rogue and Sidehack Jerry
NEWS FROM ROYAL ENFIELD UNITED STATES– We continue to be excited about the future of Royal Enfield in the United States. Royal Enfield North America is doing big things and we are delighted to be a part of that.
Baker Motorsport is dedicated to serving Royal Enfield customers; we know without you none of this is possible. In order maintain the level of customer service you are used to receiving we reached out to the best man for the job, Tim Hirdler. For those of you that know Tim you are probably just as excited as we are to have him on board.
Tim has over a decade of experience with Royal Enfield parts. He has the knowledge to get you the part you need; even if you don’t know what you are looking for.Because of his time working for the predecessor to Royal Enfield North America, Tim surely is the U.S. expert on Royal Enfield parts.
Help Welcome Tim back to the Royal Enfield Family by using coupon code: ilovetim; good for 10% off your next website order.
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THIS IS A QUICKIE— But the week will be packed and we are starting our mural effort on the side of the building next week. Hang on for the progress reports.
Sturgis is the main gathering point of the industry each year. For some of us it’s an annual planning session. I was working on a bronze sculpture when my grandson wrecked his dyna. The sculpture made progress, but not enough to make the Sturgis effort this year. Next year.
We are taking two crazy customs to Sturgis this year. The 5-Ball factory racer and the 1928 Shovelhead. Don’t think my Panhead will make it. That’s okay. The engine needs serious consideration. The paint might be done in time.
This year turned into a wild mofo in my life. A batch of challenges, but they will all come true. Amazing.
Ride free forever!
–Bandit
