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I have been to the motherland and it looks a lot like Indiana. That’s because my parents and older brother live there. I have been tripping back and forth to Indiana since Mom moved us out of there when I was just a little girl. I know the way from New England and the way […]

I don’t know if it was the blue pill the doctor gave me, or that red Softail the fleet center loaned Bikernet, but my life hasn’t been the same since. My flaming pile-of-shit-of-a-existence wasn’t heading anywhere. I sold my last bike to help support my music habit. I needed a descant stack to compete on

Johnny, do you have a surprise for me?Veterans to the custom bike industry will know the name Johnny Pag, a Master Builder for some 30 years in Southern California, his show winning customs appearing in the leading bike mags. Now he’s about to chalk up a new milestone in the industry. Taking his expertise and

Introducing “The Original” a custom built Ol School Bobber manufactured by American Motorcycle Co. 1902 for the new Hooters Casino Hotel in Las Vegas, NV.. This custom built motorcycle will be used in the promotion of this years 2006 Las Vegas BikeFest™. Registration to win this exciting motorcycle will take place at the Casino during

http://www.bigdogmotorcycles.com/ One lucky winner will take home two dream vehicles: a 2006 Big Dog Motorcycles K-9 and a 2006 Dodge Ram SRT10, a prize package valued at over $80,000 Big Dog Motorcycles, the largest manufacturer of chopper-style motorcycles in the world, announced a new sweepstakes with Dodge for 2006. Incredible, chance of a lifetime. We

Here’s a High Roller 280 from American Performance.American Performance Cycles started in 1996 and soon became a well-known manufacturer of high class, affordable custom production bikes that are approved for sale and use in all 50 states. As APC’s reputation for value and quality spread throughout the motorcycle industry, so did the demand for parts

http://www.bigdogmotorcycles.com/ Editor’s Note: The day after our reporter turned in this story he quit. “It was worse than boot camp,” Snake said, “I was surrounded by the best custom manufactured bikes in the industry and the hottest women Wichita could muster then drug from location to location by the mad dog of motorcycle photography, Michael

Viper Motorcycles for 2006. Viper Powersports has entered into a binding agreement to purchase a 32,000 sq. ft. manufacturing facility on 4 acres located in Monticello, Mn. The facility meets Viper’s current manufacturing needs and is zoned for expansion as Viper continues to expand and grow.Viper Motorcycle Company will introduce its second model, the Diablo

My computer smoked this morning, like the first time I fired by ’48 Panhead. The pistons screamed and exhaust shot through rusting holes in the 50-year-old pipes. I tore it down the next day. My computer was trying desperately to send me a message. I responded and clicked on that button to download new e-mail

When we visited the recent Long Beach International Motorcycle Show where about every manufacturer struts out their new rides, we were hit by sensory overload. Enough billet and chrome and paint and leather to reupholster the face of Mars and its two moons to boot. But as we waded through the acres of bikes and

The Team for the Bikernet Night-Rod Test. A Bikernet Reader requested a road test on a Night Rod a new V-Rod version. I rode one of the first V-Rods in 2002 and road tested it for American Rider magazine. I didn’t care for the bike much. I didn’t like the Toyota cooling system, the high

The “Renegade SE” is a limited edition, very exclusive motorcycle, with only 50 units will be sold in the US. Orders are taken on a first come first serve basis with non-refundable deposits of 25% required at time of placing order. The Renegade SE is available in three (3) color ways reflecting the same flame

We caught up with Chris Ferrell, the driving force behind Greene County Choppers of Springfield, MO, just as he was heading for the airport and a flight to Chicago. No, it wasn’t a Christmas vacation. He was flying out to the Windy City to see a customer who needed some service done on his motorcycle,

Stacy, the girl behind the O School Apparel Line. Here’s a wild one. We hooked up with O School Choppers through Bikernet as they opened their shop. We stayed in touch, because we want to deliver as man class sources of reasonably priced choppers as possible. We kept in touch, and when we heard they

Branscomb Richmond, star of Renegade and Scorpion King, supported the Indian motorcycle effort until the very end, but he didn’t lose the spirit. Recently, with a hot team of bike enthusiasts including, Robert J. Page, and Murray Smith, former CEO of Indian Motorcycles, they kicked off a new line of custom motorcycles called American Motorcycle

“The new FXSTC Softail Custom offers the ultimate ride for those who want to kick back with their feet stretched out for a comfortable solo ride, or with a passenger,” so claims the factory. “The new Twin Cam 96B engine and 6-speed Cruise Drive transmission enhances the ride, while the combination of laid-back chopper-inspired style

The Warlord by Saxon is my favorite configuration. I’m 6’5” and 235 pounds. I’m also an old fart at 59 and riding a mid-control bike is uncomfortable. I like a bike that fits me and that’s the first obstacle, but not the last. The 6-up and 2-out configuration of this frame works like a deerskin

Editor’s Note: We’re fortunate to have an active riding correspondent in India. A year ago (March, 2006) he sent this report on the Royal Enfield Bullet. I’ve been so busy I haven’t had a chance to post his material. In one short year Royal Enfield discontinued that particular model, but there are other similar models

Saxon has honed and refined its entire model line for 2007. Dozens of improvements enhance the ride and performance of each 2007 Saxon Model, including adding Brembo brakes and Progressive suspension as standard equipment. Also new this year, they’ve introduced the thunderous new pro street Villain, with its low profile and huge 300mm rear tire,

ORLANDO, Fla. (Jan. 29, 2007) – Harley-Davidson Sportster motorcycles get a burst of adrenalin with the launch of the new XL 1200N Nightster. With a wicked combination of exceptional performance, unique design and a low chassis, the Nightster has a gritty, urban feel offering a sharp ride for the street. The new Sportster model was

In 1998, we launched Victory Motorcycles with the simple belief that Americans could design and build the most innovative bikes in the world. That meant ignoring the status quo and pushing the boundaries of style, design and engineering. With the introduction of award-winning motorcycles like the Vegas, Hammer, Kingpin and Vegas Jackpot, we showed that

Brass Balls Bobbers are built by Darwin Motorcycles, LLC. “The above average bikes for the average Joe”.Brass Balls Bobbers are built in a 10,000 square foot facility by builders and fabricators with over 60 years combined experience, utilizing modern manufacturing processes and equipment, headed up by a former TOP FUEL CHAMPION & Master Builder, Sam

I see Jack Daniels ads everywhere. I got a lift to pick up my blacked out Road King from Larry Settle’s shop in Harbor city. That’s less than two stinkin’ miles from our Wilmington ghetto headquarters and there’s two sky-high Jack Daniels billboards along the streets leading home. Are they running banners on Bikernet? Hell