Hey,
This is a tough one. I’ve been waiting for weeks for insurance approval for a root canal. Yesterday my tooth said, “Enough is enough,” and initiated a pain procedure that kicked me right in the ass. I grabbed the phone immediately. So tomorrow I will be strapped under the buzzing effects of a high-speed dremel tool. So, if I don’t make any sense today, that’s my excuse.
I’m working with a handful of riders, and a very cute Asian woman on writing a grant proposal. We are calling it the Ultimate Safety Grant, and we need to write it quick, before it’s too late. I will bring you clips from it over the coming weeks and months, but here’s a teaser.
Somewhere in the Declaration of Independence it speaks about the “Pursuit of Happiness.” It doesn’t discuss the pursuit of safety or the pursuit of restrictions. There are lots of ways to be safe without restrictions, laws, and requirements. And we hope to paint a clear picture that will open some eyes and avoid more restrictions. So let’s hit the news, and remember the pursuit of happiness is building and riding custom motorcycles in a free society. Yes!
BikeMaster CYLINDER LEAKAGE TESTER from BIKER’S CHOICE–Accurately check the amount of cylinder leakage in your engine. BikeMaster Cylinder Leakage Tester helps troubleshoot and isolate bad components of the engine. Comes with 10mm, 12mm, 14mm and 18mm size plug adapters, regulator and rubber protected gauges. Heavy-duty protective carrying case included.
To order BikeMaster products, contact your local Tucker Rocky dealer. For assistance locating a dealer call customer service at 877-848-1320 or visit www.bikemaster.com and click on the dealer locator tab.
Part # 15-2149 MSRP: $149.95
HOLLISTER—AMD CUSTOM BIKE SHOW–
Well it has been a while since we finished the 2012/2013 Ultimate Builder Custom Bike Show season and we have some great news. Biker Pros and AMD has just signed a deal with Hollister to produce an AMD World Championship Qualifier Show.
Quick, Enter the Show.
The winners of the Free Style, Mod Harley, Retro Mod and Radical Bagger classes will not only be invited to Harley-Davidson 110th Anniversary Custom Bike show at the Museum but their entry fees will be paid.
The FreeStyle winner of the Museum Show becomes the TEAM USA member for 2013 and wins a FREE trip to Germany for the next AMD World Championship.
So the Holister Show kicks off the July 4th weekend and besides the previous mentioned classes, we are also including a Performance Custom and Mod Street class. This will be a one- day show on streets of Holister to celebrate the birth of our country along side the birth of the American custom bike scene. We hope to see you there for a great competition and a lot of fun.
–Bob Kay
bob@ bikerpros.com
817-312-0380
The Wild One is a 1953 American outlaw biker film. The story took a cue from an actual biker street party on the Fourth of July weekend in 1947 in Hollister, California that was elaborately trumped up in the July 21, 1947 issue of Life Magazine, and dubbed the Hollister riot, with staged photographs of wild motorcycle outlaw revelers.
NEWS FLASH, New Bikernet Reader Comment!–
Mudflap Girl FXR Part 13 New Paint and More
http://www.bikernet.com/pages/story_detail.aspx?id=11003
I’ve been following your Mudflap Girl project from the get go, nice job, great styling.
–Byrdman
jfrascat@twcny.rr.com
Clay, NY
Thanks much. We are now testing and tuning my Grandson’s Mudflap Girl FXR. Hang on for more reports.—Bandit
JIMS COMPENSATING SPROCKET LOCK NUT–Great news from JIMS! The Compensating Sprocket Lock Kit is now ready and available for select Harley-Davidson motorcycles with an MSRP that ranges from $160.00 – $185.00.
This system positively secures the compensating sprocket so that it can’t come loose. Rubber mounted engines may insulate the rider and frame mounted components from vibration, but the entire power train which includes the compensating sprocket, is still at risk from fasteners coming loose due to shaking.
Additionally, today’s larger and more powerful engines can cause a lesser fastening system to come loose from the large power pulses combined with the back and forth motion from getting on and off the throttle. An unsecured compensating sprocket can have dangerous and expensive consequences. Along with drive line security, the JIMS Compensating Sprocket Lock Kit keeps the alternator rotor in place to prevent damage to the charging system.
Note: This is not only a race engine item; street bikes will also benefit from this upgrade for increased reliability and safety. For more information, please visit us at www.jimsusa.com, find us on Facebook, or call our knowledgeable representatives at (805) 482-6913.
ILLUSION CYCLES ANNUAL OPEN HOUSE–April 28. Open House is a kid-friendly event, RANCHO-Go-Go BBQ will be here.
Event location is ILLUSION CYCLES 14726 Goldenwest Street Westminster 92683
*plenty of new store merchandise!
See you Sunday April 28
— K.O.
CABIN FEVER GOT YOU DOWN?–This is that time of year… when the weather just won’t budge. The sun peeks out one day, but the following day it snows. Your bike is in the garage just waiting for a break in the gloom. Isn’t this the best time to do a final upgrade before the cold finally does go away?
Say goodbye to Old Man Winter and shift into Spring with the Baker Drivetrain Cabin Fever Sale!
We are offering:
-Free same day ground shipping on DD6, OD6 and DD7 builders kits (Orders must be placed by 6pm EDT M-F, US addresses only, PO Boxes do not qualify)
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Free upgrades:
Fine tooth chain adjusters and High Torque Bearing Kit with every DD6/OD6 purchase!
Manual Attitude Chain Adjuster with every DD7 purchase!
Call today – Toll Free: 1-877-640-2004 – to have your drivetrain questions answered by one of the BAKER Tech guys!
But hurry – this sale ends Monday April 15th, 2013!
SENATE OKAYS NEW PENALTIES TO PROTECT MOTORCYCLISTS–
By Laura Leslie
Raleigh, N.C. — The Senate made quick work Monday night of a bill that increases penalties for drivers whose unsafe movements cause serious motorcycle accidents.
If a driver causes a motorcycle wreck that results in serious bodily injury or at least $5,000 in property damage, Senate Bill 353 would increase the minimum fine for the driver to from $500 to $750.
The infraction would cost four points on the driver’s license, and a judge could also choose to temporarily suspend the driver’s license for up to 30 days.
Sponsored by Sen. Kathy Harrington, R-Gaston, the bill passed 48-0 with no debate and now moves to the House.
From WRAL.com, Raleigh, Durham, Fayetteville
IF YOU’RE INTO A NEW ADVENTURE–Join Us at Strictly Sail Pacific For a Great Cruisers’ Party!
The show runs from Thursday the 11th,
thru Sunday the 14th.
Click here for info on the show
The Cruising Outpost Party is Saturday Evening, April 13th at 7PM – Jack London Square, Oakland, CA. – The Eric Stone Band in Concert – Free Pizza, Beer & wine while it lasts! You must be in the show prior to 7PM to attend the Cruiser’s Party!!
Over $15,000 in Raffle Prizes!
A 1 Week Tahiti Dream Yacht Charter
A Spectra Watermaker From Swedish Marine
A Globalstar SatPhone from SeaTech Systems
A $1,250 Captains License Course From
The Maritime Institute
A Sunset Sail from Sailtime
Plus many more great prizes!
Free Seminars
The biggest names in sailing will be giving free seminars all day, every day of the show. These are free, and you will find great speakers and even an old ex-biker named Bob Bitchin!
April 14, 2013: Lee Chesneau’s Basic Weather Seminar
In conjunction with Strictly Sail Pacific, Lee Chesneau will be conducting his Basic Weather Seminar, cosponsored by Cruising Outpost. This is the one course everyone should attend prior to setting off on a long voyage!
There is an admittance fee for this event, but it is well worth it!
More Info on Lee Chesneau’s All Day Weather Seminar
LATEST FROM DEPARTURE BIKE WORKS–Steven Has Become a Resto Wizard… Steven has put in 9-years at the shop and the pride he takes in all his projects really shows in his work.
Check out his latest work on Chris Pernia’s 1947 Side Valve Flathead and Glenn Moss’s 1960 Panhead.
Tom Keefer’s Knuckle Gets A Nice Spread In The
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Horse… Don’t Mind The Spelling!
I HAVE A DREAM—Do you?
–Paul Aiken
Owner
Aeromach USA, LLC
800-990-9392 orders
704-599-1333 office
www.aeromach.net
WILL THEY BAN KNIVES NEXT?–At least 14 hurt in stabbing spree on Texas campus; suspect believed to be student.
By Erin McClam, Staff Writer, NBC News
At least 14 people were hurt Tuesday in a stabbing spree at a Texas community college apparently carried out by a student, authorities said. Sheriff’s officials said the suspect was in custody.
At least two victims were in critical condition. It was not immediately clear how severe the other injuries were. The stabbing happened at the CyFair campus of Lone Star College, in the Houston suburb of Cypress.
Harris County Sheriff Adrian Garcia said that authorities were not certain what the weapon or motive was. He said the suspect was 21 years old.
–from Rogue
NEW FROM BIKERNET BAGGERS– You just spent a bundle on your dream bagger and dropping another five grand on a custom one off paint by Von ToMuch just aint in the cards.
I decided to check out some decals, graphics that can be removed and replaced at will. In fact, you can now get your bike wrapped, that process of literally heat shrinking a digitally printed vinyl graphic over the metal parts.
http://www.bikernetbaggers.com/pages/HOT_BIKE_GRAPHICS.aspx
AUSTRALIAN BAN ON COLORS IN VICTORIAN BARS AND CLUBS–Motorcycle club members wearing their colors could be permanently barred from Melbourne pubs and clubs – but only if the Victorian Government empowers authorities to do it. Temporary bans on bikers wearing patches in licensed venues are being enforced elsewhere in Australia.
The State Government has not ruled out giving authorities the power to issue temporary or permanent blanket bans on patched members having a beer at licensed venues.
When asked if Victoria would consider changing legislation to include patch bans, Crime Prevention Minister Andrew McIntosh’s spokesman James Talia said: “We’re open to it if police decide they need this power. We’re not ruling it out, but it’s not on the agenda. Any legislation changes would be directed at police, not licensing inspectors.”
But Victoria Police – responsible for issuing bans on behalf of the licensing commission – said it would not comment on legislation changes.
The commission also refused to comment on policy.
Unlike some other states, Victorian authorities do not have the power to place temporary or permanent blanket bans on biker colors in pubs and clubs.
Instead police are encouraging strip clubs, bars and nightclubs to knock back bikers based on their dress code.
Detective Superintendent Brett Guerin said some late-night licensees had implemented self-imposed bans to keep members in club colours out of their venues.
Crown casino placed a ban on patched bikers about six months ago, but the move reportedly created conflict between members and bouncers. Detective Supt Guerin said the self-imposed bans had been working to reduce the potential for conflict.
“Police have seen incidents escalate in the past between patch-wearing OMCG members inside licensed venues,” he said.
“(We) support any strategies that mitigate the risk of violent behaviour.”
BIKERNET UNIVERSITY ENGLISH DEPARTMENT VOCABULARY LESSON–ingress IN-gres, noun:
1. the act of going in or entering.
2. the right to enter.
3. a means or place of entering; entryway.
4. Astronomy. immersion (def. 5).
The unknown of my beginning has ingress into me, through my spirit. My spirit is troubled, it is uneasy. Far off it hears the approach of footsteps through the night. Who is coming? Ah, let the newcomer arrive, let the newcomer arrive.
–D.H. Lawrence, Reflections on the Death of a Porcupine, 1915
We have not succeeded in finding such a test as anyone can apply; we have been forced to allow ingress to innumerable dull and tedious books…
From the Latin in- + gradi literally meaning “to go in” or “enter,” ingress entered English as a verb in the 1200s and as a noun in the 1300s.
CODE OF THE WEST–
According to the left wing zealots we have in politics…….
We’re not supposed to judge all Muslims by the acts of a few “crazies”. But the acts of a few American “crazies” is enough to judge all Americans who own guns!
DEATH AT BIKERNET MEDICAL CENTER–A very prestigious cardiologist died, and was given a very elaborate funeral by the hospital he worked for most of his life.
A huge heart…covered in flowers stood behind the casket during the service. All the doctors from the hospital sat in awe. Following the eulogy, the heart opened, and the casket rolled inside. The heart then closed, sealing the doctor in the beautiful heart forever.
At that point, one of the mourners just burst into laughter. With all eyes staring at him, he said,’I am so sorry, I was just thinking of my own funeral… I’m a gynecologist.’
Then the proctologist fainted
–from Rogue
BIKERNET TO SPONSOR Lamb of God Charity build and the “Music Videos” — In a word we are a go. Bikernet will run the Cycle Source charity build and link to the project’s landing page. Bikernet will run charity build videos as you make them available.
–Jeff Najar
919-450-5060
METALSPORT’S PARTS AND ACCESSORIES–
Metalsport Inc. also offers motorcycle parts and accessories for Harley-Davidson motorcycles and custom bike builds. Award winner bike builder Matt Hotch offers a line of parts for custom bike builds.
Both Chip Foose and Matt Hotch have their own wheel designs manufactured by and offered by Metalsport Inc.
WRENCH-OFF PREMIUM OIL FILTERS:
K&N’s WRENCH-OFF Oil Filters feature a 17mm Hex Nut affixed to the head of the filter, making them extremely easy to remove in those hard to reach places. Originally designed to racing specifications, K&N’s premium oil filters are built with a man-made Synthetic Media that is compatible with premium Synthetic Oils.
K&N’s Synthetic Media is specifically designed to withstand the high concentrates of Synthetic Racing Oils while a large filter media provides high-flow rates and outstanding oil filtration. A pre-lubed base-gasket allows for quick-and-easy installation. These filters are ideal for use on street or on track with high-performance engines.
K&N delivers a high-quality oil filter providing performance and confidence you can trust to keep your motor running clean and smooth.
-Pressure-relief/bypass valve and anti-drain back valve included, where applicable
-K&N Wrench-Off Oil Filters include a K&N Limited Warranty®
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KEY FEATURES:
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K&N Engineering, Inc.WWW.KNFILTERS.COM
THE ONE MOTORCYCLE SHOW & “21 HELMETS” EXHIBIT COME TO AUSTIN THANKS FOR BELL HELMETS–
Free Two-Day Collision of Custom Motorcycles To Showcase Austin’s Finest Artisans & Artists, Plus Bands, Beers & Southern Fare
AUSTIN, TX – As part of the festivities surrounding the Red Bull Grand Prix Of The America, lovers of motorcycles, art, music & design will descend upon East Austin when the One Motorcycle Show, a free showcase of authentic custom motorcycles and the “21 Helmets” exhibit, a one-off works of motorcycle helmet art, will make its Texas debut Friday, April 19 through Saturday, April 20 at 1100 East 5th Street.
Featured custom motorcycles will be provided by Revival Cycles of Austin, See See Motorcycles, Deus Ex Machina, Roland Sands, Shinya Kimura and more. The 21 Helmets exhibit will spotlight the unique expressions of 21 Austin artists when motorcycle helmets become the canvas. All the helmets were supplied by Bell Helmets. The One Motorcycle Show & “21 Helmets” will be complimented by interactive games, southern fare, beer and live music from Leo Rondeau, The Texas Tycoons, Possessed by Paul James, Mockingbird Loyals and Joshua Bain.
A motorcycle show for motorcyclists by motorcyclists, the event originated four years ago in Portland, Oregon with the intention to unite the ever-growing motorcycle community and to celebrate the “one” bike that defines its owner and builder.
WHAT:
The One Motorcycle Show & “21 Helmets” Exhibit
WHEN:
Friday, April 19
6 p.m. – Midnight
Saturday, April 20
Noon – Midnight
WHERE:
1100 East 5th Street
Between San Marcos and Waller Streets
Austin, TX 78702
COST:
Free & open to the public
For more information, log onto:
the1moto.com/austin, facebook.com/theOneMotorcycleShow or follow @the1moto on Instagram
–Michael Davi
www.TheBrandAMP.com
QUAIL LODGE & GOLF CLUB ANNOUNCES 2013 MOTORSPORTS EVENTS DATES– APPOINTS GORDON MCCALL AS DIRECTOR OF MOTORSPORTS?2013 Season to Kick Off with The Quail Motorcycle Gathering, Honoring ‘Legends of the Sport’ and Featuring Motorcycling Legend Wayne Rainey
Quail Lodge & Golf Club today shared its 2013 lineup of motorsports events, organized by The Peninsula Signature Events, a division of The Peninsula Hotels. The events calendar will commence on Friday, May 3, 2013 with The Quail Ride, a 100-mile motorcycle journey throughout the Monterey Peninsula. On Saturday, May 4, 2013 The Quail Motorcycle Gathering, a day-long event celebrating motorcycling heritage and performance, will feature special guest and racing legend Wayne Rainey.
The Quail, A Motorsports Gathering, now in its 11th year, will be held on Friday, August 16, 2013. The event will celebrate 100 years of Aston Martin and feature a Retrospective of Automobili Lamborghini Celebrating 50 Years, as well as A Tribute to the California Mille In Honor of Martin Swig and Peter Brock Designs. Bonhams’ 16th annual motorcar auction will also be held in conjunction with The Quail, A Motorsports Gathering this year.
The Peninsula Signature Events also has announced the appointment of Gordon McCall as Director of Motorsports. After 10 successful years as lead consultant on The Peninsula Signature Events, McCall will assume a full-time position overseeing the acclaimed series of motorsports gatherings.
“We are so pleased to officially welcome Gordon to The Peninsula Signature Events team,” said Sarah Cruse, General Manager of Quail Lodge & Golf Club. “He has been invaluable to our success, and we look forward to another season of world-class events in 2013.”
As an esteemed figure in the international motorsports community, McCall has been a founder and key influencer of prestigious gatherings of motorsports enthusiasts. An avid classic car and motorcycle aficionado himself, McCall served as a judge and field coordinator for the Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance for more than 25 years. With his wife Molly, he founded the annual Jet Center Motorworks Revival, a highlight of Monterey Car Week, more than 20 years ago.
Launched in 2009, The Quail Motorcycle Gathering honors both pre- and post-war eras of the world’s finest sports and racing bikes, and is held each May at Carmel’s renowned Quail Lodge & Golf Club, which will reopen its hotel and unveil a $28 million resort-wide renovation on March 26, 2013.
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HOW TO STAY OUT OF JAIL DURING THE EL DIABLO RUN–Talking to Jake (two-time Curculo de la Muerte winner) over the weekend brought up a good point. He was telling the story about a couple of guys who got rolled up by the San Felipe cops last time.
Here’s the deal and how to avoid the hassle: No Fireworks in Camp. It’s simple as that. The palapas are roofed with old, dry thatched palm fronds and go up in flames in a snap. The people who run the camps are our friends and let us get away with a hell-raising good time, but they’ve nicely asked that we don’t blow shit up in the camp. Go down the beach, fine. Wanna wrap your buddy’s Honda in det cord and blow it to kingdom come? Drag it out to the Circle of Death track and have at it.
If it’s your first time on the EDR, realize that it’s a big party. It’s loud, people get drunk, it goes all night and it’s not the best environment for a good night’s sleep. So, if that’s a big deal to you, move further down the beach a ways, get a hotel or jam up the road about a mile north and camp there. Otherwise, grab a beer and have fun. There will be no lights-out at 10:00PM so get with it, or avoid it. This is an adult party; please don’t bring kids or sensitive types.
Where the cops come in to the picture is if you do decide to disrespect the deal we have with the camp owners. The 60-year old securidad is surely not going to tackle a posse of a dozen dudes to get them to stop. He’ll call his bros at the Policia, and they’ll roll in later, pick a couple guys at random and off to jail you go. Depending on what you have in your pocket, who got hurt, etc. you could be there for a night or two or maybe longer.
We don’t make these rules or enforce them, the last thing I’m interested in is baby sitting grown men or being the hall monitor. So come have a good time, but stay out of jail!
BIKERNET ACCIDENT INVESTIGATION–Drug items found on a man accused of plowing into a group of motorcyclists last year will be allowed as evidence at trial, a Fond du Lac County judge has ruled.
Clinton Lovelace, 26, of Hilbert, is accused of driving into a group of Muskegon motorcyclists in May on Highway 151 north of Fond du Lac. Two cyclists were killed and eight were injured.
On Wednesday, Fond du Lac County Circuit Court Judge Gary Sharpe ruled that evidence found on Lovelace at the time of the crash would be admissable during the court trial.
Public defender Mary Wolfe made a motion to suppress evidence consisting of syringes and narcotics that were found in Lovelace’s pockets.
Fond du Lac County Assistant District Attorney Dennis Krueger and investigators argued that the findings should be admitted because the search of Lovelace’s items was more of an inventory rather than an investigation to search or seize things belonging to the defendant.
Wolfe argued investigators should have obtained a search warrant prior to going through a bag of items belonging to Lovelace, and therefore should not be admitted.
Sharpe denied the motion by Lovelace’s attorney to suppress evidence – meaning the drug evidence may be allowed in future hearings.
According to the criminal complaint, while attempting to quiet a cell phone in the jeans pocket belonging to Lovelace, investigators found two syringes and what appeared to be two small plastic bags sealed with brown paper.
Investigators believe the items were acid, according to the complaint.
“Once at the hospital, it was brought to the officers’ attention by hospital staff there was a bag and a cellphone that continued to ring in the bag and the officer was asked to deal with it,” Sharpe said. “The officer checked the wallet of the pants and then proceeded to remove the cellphone and in doing so, observed one or more syringes and thereafter discovered what (the investigator) believed to be a controlled substance.”
At the time, investigators did not know the bag belonged to Lovelace, but Sharpe said the finding of syringes in Lovelace’s pocket with his cellphone was enough evidence to investigate further and admit the evidence into court.
“There was a question about who owned the items and several questions remained for purposes of the investigation,” Sharpe said. “The evidence that I’ve heard so far is there was no knowledge of whose clothes were actually in the bag and neither the hospital nor their staff removed the clothing. I am satisfied the environment of the emergency room was hectic and chaotic.”
According to the criminal complaint, Lovelace crossed the centerline of Highway 151 while traveling in the town of Taycheedah and hit a group of motorcyclists who were on a circle tour from Michigan. Two of the bikers, Daniel Winsemius and Douglas Yonkers were killed, and eight others were injured.
Lovelace told investigators he uses Adderall and Xanax daily, but could not remember if he had taken the medications the morning of the crash.
According to the criminal complaint, one of the bikers told investigators Lovelace’s vehicle traveled over the centerline quickly, “almost like it jerked over.”
Lovelace is charged with two counts of homicide by intoxicated use of a vehicle, three counts of injury by intoxicated use of a vehicle, five counts of second-degree recklessly endangering safety, two counts of bail jumping and one count of possession of a controlled substance.
Dozens of bikers attended the hearing Wednesday to show support for the motorcyclists involved in the crash.
“We’re pleased by the decision to allow the evidence in court,” said Dave “Chubby” Charlebois, executive director of ABATE of Wisconsin. “This is a very serious case and we intend to follow it through to the end. This is more than a drug involvement case. It shows serious intent.”
ABATE of Wisconsin is a motorcycle rights and safety organization dedicated to freedom of the road and safety for all motorcyclists, according to the organization’s website.
Lovelace is being held at the Fond du Lac County Jail on a $75,000 cash bond. Wolfe asked that the case be set for trial.
By Samantha Strong, Fond du Lac Reporter staff writer
–from Rogue
S&S MEETS OLEY IN PENNSYLVANIA–Flathead Power by S&S will be at the AMCA (Antique Motorcycle Club of America) Perkiomen Chapters National Meet at the fair grounds in Oley, PA.
Oley Fairgrounds at 26 Jefferson Street, Oley, PA USA
Friday, April 26 & Saturday, April 27. Gates open at 8:00 a.m.
Visit Flathead Power by S&S at booth 213
If you’re into vintage v-twins, the Flathead Power® line of vintage engine parts is right up your alley.
You can see all these products on our website at www.flatheadpower.com, but there’s nothing like seeing the real thing up close and personal! There’s also nothing like chatting face-to-face with one of our knowledgeable FHP show staff about your bike and how we can make it run stronger, and longer!
According to court records Harley-Davidson has sold its test track in eastern Collier County, Florida to Chrysler for $7 million– Purchased in 2002 for $6.5 million from Collier Enterprises Ltd. Harley had been using the track for hot weather testing until 4 years ago when it moved its testing to its Kingman, Arizona facility.
Ford Motor Company had been leasing the 531-acre property, which sits on the edge of the Everglades, with its 6 mile long track for testing its vehicles until Harley purchased it. Harley had been asking $7.5 million for the site which it put up for sale in 2011.The property had drawn interest from several other groups including local car clubs.
Source: The News-Press
Posted by Sam Kanish
From IronWorks Magazine
North Korean officers… Could be easily defeated with a giant magnet…
Officers in full dress uniforms
Gives an all new meaning to bling. It’s by no mere coincidence that their uniforms resemble Russian uniforms of the 1950s, and hats designed to make them look taller.
Most metals and ribbons usually indicate campaigns where one fought, other theatres where one was stationed, or wounds received. Since they haven’t been in any wars since 1950, then in their cases it must mean a lot of good conduct or present at roll call. Very impressive indeed.
Must be much like Hollywood’s awards. They are always presenting themselves with those awards because no one else will and they desperately need some recognition.
Valerie Thompson returns to Ohio to defend land speed records at Hot Rod Magazine Top Speed Challenge–One of the world’s fastest females on two wheels hopes to join ECTA 200 MPH Club.
Valerie Thompson, owner/driver of Valerie Thompson Racing, will return to Wilmington Ohio’s Airborne Park for the East Coast Timing Association’s Hot Rod Magazine Top Speed Challenge, April 27 – 28.
The Top Speed Challenge is the ECTA’s season opening featuring 200 mph street legal cars and motorcycles with prizes and awards for the fastest racing time in only two classes – Street and Super Street.
Last year, Thompson set three land speed records during the ECTA’s Ohio Mile and Throttle Nation Top Speed Challenge events with her BMW S 1000 RR.
“Needless to say, I love the ECTA and racing in Ohio. We set three records last year, but we just missed joining the ECTA’s ‘200 MPH Club’ since our top event speed was 198.31 mph. I’m confident I can break 200 at an ECTA event this year due to dramatic performance improvements we’ve made with HP Race Parts and MS Production carbon fiber race bodywork,” stated Thompson.
Thompson has already earned membership to the ‘Texas Mile 200 MPH Club’ this year with a personal best speed of 212 mph. “My BMW S1000RR was made for events like Hot Rod Magazine’s Top Speed Challenge. I only need to bolt on a license plate to drive this bike home to Scottsdale. We appreciate the ECTA and all the event volunteers who make racing at the home of the Ohio Mile an enjoyable and safe experience,” added Thompson.
For event details and records, visit http://www.ecta-lsr.com.
Additional Information Sources
www.valeriethompsonracing.com
THE BAD BLONDE GIRL JOKE LIBRARY NOW OPEN–A girl came skipping home from school one day. “Mommy, Mommy,” she yelled, “we were counting today, and all the other kids could only count to four, but I counted to 10. See? 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10!”
“Very good,” said her mother.
“Is it because I’m blonde?” the girl said.
“Yes, it’s because you’re blonde,” said the mommy.
The next day the girl came skipping home from school. “Mommy, Mommy,” she yelled, “we were saying the alphabet today, and all the other kids could only say it to D, but I said it to G. See? A, B, C, D, E, F, G!”
“Very good,” said her mother.
“Is it because I’m blonde, Mommy?”
“Yes, it’s because you’re blonde.” The next day the girl came skipping home from school. Mommy, Mommy,” she yelled, “we were in gym class today, and when we showered, all the other girls had flat chests, but I have these!” And she lifted her tank top to reveal a pair of 36Cs.
“Very good,” said her embarrassed mother. “Is it because I’m blonde, mommy?”
“No Honey, it’s because you’re 24.”
–Rogue
Roaring Toyz Introduces Pin Stripe Series Billet Floorboards–Roaring Toyz, the latest manufacturer to hit the scene with a focus on the bagger market introduces their Pin Stripe Series Billet Floorboards.
These new billet floorboards were designed to be longer and wider than stock Harley floorboards for a reason…they give your feet room to move around on long rides which helps eliminate fatigue. They also feature “dropout slots” for you to rest the heels of your boots when you want to change the position of your foot…all adding up to a more comfortable ride. These floorboards are part of Roaring Toyz new Pin Stripe Series of Billet Parts and Accessories. Designed for those serious about their riding and those long road trips or for those that just want to look good…these boards have great style, design and are functional.
Larger than life, these CNC machined billet aluminum floorboards have knurled rubber molded into a pocket on the top surface to keep the board looking good, providing traction for your feet as well as dampened comfort. These new Pin Stripe boards are a simple direct bolt on and will fit all Harley-Davidson Touring and Softail Models that come stock with floorboards. Looks, style and function…what more can you ask for? Available in triple plated show quality chrome or black anodized and Made in the USA. (Lifetime chrome warranty)
Watch for matching rear passenger Pin Stripe Series floorboards and other new exciting products soon to released from Roaring Toyz. For those interested in obtaining more information on Roaring Toyz, you can reach them at 941-953-4423, email them at robert@roaringtoyz.com or check them out online at www.roaringtoyz.com.
Polaris Acquires Aixam Mega
Expertise in On-Road Quadricycles and Light Duty Commercial Vehicles —
Complements Polaris’ Existing Product Portfolio
Polaris Industries Inc. (NYSE: PII) today announced the acquisition of A.M. Holding S.A.S., which operates under the name Aixam Mega S.A.S., a privately owned company based in Aix-les-Bains, France which manufactures and sells enclosed on-road quadricycles and light duty commercial vehicles in Europe. The acquisition of Aixam Mega significantly strengthens Polaris’ existing small vehicle portfolio, which includes GEM and Goupil vehicles, and enhances the profitability and growth potential of Polaris in the EMEA region.
“Aixam Mega is an excellent fit with Polaris and offers a unique opportunity for us to expand our small vehicle platform and accelerate international growth,” said Scott Wine, Polaris Chairman and CEO. “We are committed to positioning Polaris as a global leader in the growing small vehicle market and this investment reaffirms Polaris’ commitment to building a global business capable of delivering long-term, profitable growth. Consistent with our recently announced plan to build a new manufacturing facility in Opole, Poland, the Aixam Mega business acquisition is indicative of our confidence in EMEA to be a contributor to Polaris’ pursuit of productivity, innovation and growth. ”
Aixam Mega designs, manufactures and sells both passenger and light duty commercial quadricycles under the Aixam and Mega brands. Aixam Mega’s quadricycles are four-wheeled, on-road enclosed vehicles characterized by their light weight, low speed and ability, in many countries, to be operated without a full automobile driver’s license. Founded in 1983, the company has a history of strong financial performance and profitable growth, achieving approximately $110 (US) million in sales in 2012 through a distribution network of more than 400 European dealers. The Aixam brand offers a range of diesel-fueled and electric passenger quadricycles including sedan, SUV and sport styles. The Mega brand offers electric and diesel-fueled light duty commercial vehicles.
“We’re excited about today’s announcement and the opportunity to work with a leading global company like Polaris,” said Philippe Colançon, Aixam Mega business unit President. “Joining Polaris provides us with technology, expertise and resources to make continued investments in our business, while accelerating profitable growth through new customer opportunities. We look forward not only to what we can learn from Polaris, but what we can contribute to Polaris through our expertise and experience.”
Terms of the transaction were not disclosed; however, the transaction will be funded through the use of Polaris’ cash on hand. The transaction is expected to be slightly accretive to Polaris’ earnings per share in 2013 after acquisition costs.
Photos of select Aixam Mega vehicles and a slide summarizing their business and strategic fit with Polaris are available here: http://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20130411005337/en.
More information about Aixam Mega can be found at http://www.aixam.com.
CRAZED NOTION OF THE WEEK– Just the patent we’ve patiently been waiting for all these years. Back in 2008 this patent was filed and adjusted in 2009. The patent has one reason for being, and that is for deflecting air flows that magically hit you in the face.
According to the patent holder, Jerry H Biglake, air flows from the motorcycle’s front wheel and than upwards via the knees of the rider, hitting you squarely in the face, like so:
At least, that is what he supposes. What Jerry proposes is to mount a deflector on the biker’s knees that will deflect the airflow coming from the front wheels. Like this:
So if you look at the diagram, the lower air moves via the front wheel and then it tends to rise magically up and hit the biker in the face. I haven’t been on a cruiser or custom for decades now, but I cannot remember ever having that problem, at any speed, Have you?
So according to Jerry, by putting this device on your knees, you will not be bothered by the wind hitting you in the face.
So, I may not be thinking straight, but how about the vibration against your knee? Don’t let a government official see this. He’s try to make them mandatory.–Bandit
BIKERNET 5-Ball RACING WHEELER REPORT
2013 Race Itinerary
*2nd Grand Child, It’s A Boy, Leon Gerald Wheeler, arrival, early June
*Texas Mile* …..212 mph…..VALERIE THOMPSON ….212 mph ….www.texasmile.net
*N H R A * ..Motorcycle…April 19-20-21….Charlotte, N C … April 26-7-28…Houston, Texas..
*Ohio Mile 2013* *April 27-28 June 8-9 July 6-7 Sept. 28-29 ….www.ecta-lsr.com
* 34 hours-26 minutes, 2,229.67 miles, 4,459.34 R/T from Bikernet Headquarters*
*El Mirage 2013* *May 18-19, June 9, July 14, Sept. 15, Oct. 20, Nov. 9-10.. www.scta.org
* 1 hour-57 minutes, 102.02 miles*
*Loring Maine* The Maine Event July 12-14 ….www.lta-lsr.com
*51 hours-21 minutes, 3,250.78 miles*
*Bonneville, SCTA* *121 Days….August 10-16, 2013* ….www.scta-bni.org
*BUB Speed Trials* *130 Days…. *August 24-29, 2013* ….www.speedtrialsbybub.com
* 10 hours-39 minutes, 684.72 miles*
*Mojave Mile* October, 12-13 ….www.mojavemile.com
*2 hour-5 minutes, 114.83 miles*
Another amazing week in Southern California. We have a solid appointment with Juan at Colorado Custom early Saturday to attack our shifting linkage. A through shaft/bushing has been machined, we have the linkage and the to-be-trimmed mounting bracket. Time to finish this part of the build as we inch closer to the street and Bonneville. Just 121 short days until scrutinizing on the salt. Time flies when you least expect it to? Or does it?.
One year ago we were officially on the R/T Performance, Rick Tedder frame table in Salem, Oregon. Starting with two pieces of 20-foot pipe, 28 degrees of rake, a 72-inch wheel base idea and a few precision chalk marks on the table.
The only known fact in this wild idea was the tried and trued Hyperformance/R&R Cycle Hardtailz tuned 124 inch Twin Cam drive train combination that had successfully rolled coast to coast with over 75,000 happy miles. The last 5,000 miles we added a variable vane Turbo built by Turbo Doc/Aerocharger. Seemed to work just fine with instant, predictable power. To much power for the Dyna frame when the power was applied. Here we are today with a state of the art Busa suspension, Turbo, 124-inch Twin Cam.
Hang on tight.
We’re on track for a stellar year on the street and on the Bonneville Salt Flats with Bub.
Thanks….With one helleva lot of help from my family and Industry friends….Thanks, Thanks, Thanks.
3 Ex-Wives, My 3 Sons, Aerocharger, All Balls Racing, Kent Rich, Dutch and the Crew@Air Tech Streamlining, Arai Helmets, Keith Ball and the Crew@Bikernet, Bikers Choice, Brad Beach@Beach Racing ,Cometic Gaskets, Dan Thayer@vtwinfuelinjection, Allen Alvarez@Daytona Twin Tech, ERC Race Gas, George The Wild Brush, ET Krankvents (Thanks Ted Shrode, Ph.D—- R. I. P.), Fisher Harmonic Damper, Dan Stern@House of Thunder H-D, Horsepower Inc., Ron Williams, Jeff, Kevin@Hardtailz, Randy Torgeson, Michelle and the Crew@Hyperformance, Jim’s Machine USA, K&N Air Cleaner, Paul Kittrell@Lyndall Racing Brakes, Marc Susman@Colorado Custom Cycle Wheels, Juan, Colorado Custom Cycle Wheels, Ray Whitehead@Pegasus, Pingel, Jim @Sharp Eye Transmission, Reggie and Crew@R&R Cycle, Ben Kudon@Rivera Primo, Matthew Wiley@Race Tech Suspension, Rick Tedder@ R/T Performance, Schnitz Racing, Mr. McCahill@Spyke, S&S Cycle, Matthew Negherbon@Thunder Motorcycles in San Jose, Guy Caputo@Tiger Racing, Steve The Turbo Doc, Tsubaki Chains, Vanderbeck Race Cars, Vanson Leathers, Dr. Willie, World Wide Bearings, Duncan Keller, Yankee Engineuity in San Jose, Ca..
Haul Ass!
Ride for your Life!
–Ray C Wheeler
Performance Editor
wheeler@bikernet.com
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THIS JUST IN FROM THE BIKERNET RETIREMENT VILLAGE–My friend came by the other day and I asked him
“Now that you’re retired, do you still have a job?”
He replied, “Yes I am my wife’s sexual advisor.”
Somewhat shocked, I said, “I beg your pardon, but what do you mean by that?”
Very simple. The wife has told me that “when she
wants my fucking advice, she’ll ask me for it”.
–from Rogue
CAMP CADET MOTORCYCLE RUN–For all you riders in the Western Pennsylvania area here’s a cool ride that helps give the young people in the area a chance to learn how to stay focused and give them direction.
It’s the annual “Camp Cadet Motorcycle Run” which is held yearly by the troopers of the Pennsylvania State Police stationed at the Kittanning, PA barracks. The ride begins at 11 AM from the parking lot of Lenape Vo-Tech School on Chaplin Ave., Ford City, PA on May 19, 2013.
Registration is from 9 – 11 and costs $20/rider and $10/passenger. There will be coffee and donuts in the morning plus food, beverages, raffles and entertainment after the ride concludes.
Source and images: PSP Camp Cadet
Posted by Sam Kanish
From Iron Works Magazine
Go Dallas!!!!!!!The City of Dallas, Texas passed an ordinance stating that if a driver is pulled over by law enforcement and is not able to provide proof of insurance, the car is towed. To retrieve the car after being impounded, they must show proof of insurance to have the car released.
This has made it easy for the City of Dallas to remove uninsured cars. Shortly after the “No Insurance” ordinance was passed, Dallas impound lots began to fill up and were full after only nine days. Over 80% of the impounded cars were driven by illegals.
Now, not only must they provide proof of insurance to have their car released, they have to pay for the cost of the tow, a $350 fine, and $20 for every day their car is kept in the lot.
Guess what? Accident rates have gone down 47% and . . . Dallas ‘ solution gets uninsured drivers off the road WITHOUT making them show proof of nationality. I wonder how the ACLU or the Justice Department will get around this one. Just brings tears to your eyes doesn’t it?
–Rogue
The opposite happened in Los Angeles and put several tow yards out of business. If they are illegal, they can’t be towed. Incredible.–Bandit
THIS JUST IN, New Bikernet Reader Comment!–
Mudflap Girl FXR Part 13 New Paint and More
http://www.bikernet.com/pages/story_detail.aspx?id=11003
I’m better at lookin’ at pictures than I am at doin’ a lot of readin’, but I have ta say them is fine lookin wheels (Foose) on that bike. Kinda got that old Crager look—nice.
— Devin Mansfield
devinfmansfield@hotmail.com
Liverpool, NS, Canada
These Senators voted to let the UN take our guns– They need to lose the election. We have been betrayed.
46 Senators Voted to Give your 2nd Amendment Constitutional Rights to the U.N.
Posted by: Rob Richardson
Over the weekend, we came four votes away from the United States Senate giving our Constitutional rights over to the United Nations. In a 53-46 vote, the senate narrowly passed a measure that will stop the United States from entering into the United Nations Arms Trade Treaty.
The Statement of Purpose from the bill read:
To uphold Second Amendment rights and prevent the United States from entering into the United Nations Arms Trade Treaty.
The U.N. Small Arms Treaty, which has been championed by the Obama Administration, would have effectively placed a global ban on the import and export of small firearms. The ban would have affected all private gun owners in the U.S., and had language that would have implemented an international gun registry on all private guns and ammo.
Astonishingly, 46 of our United States Senators were willing to give away our Constitutional rights to a foreign power.
Here are the 46 senators that voted to give your rights to the U.N.
THE LEARNING OF UNCLE MONKEY–Like many riders out there my first experience riding a motorcycle was as a young kid. The first motorcycle I stranded my leg over was a Honda Z50. That little powerhouse propelled me across the fields and down the roads in a freedom that couldn’t be matched. As I grew the bikes got larger, got faster. With it came learning curves as I learnt to handle these increments.
I admit I had my fair share of crashes and falls. But each bike was a steppingstone to the next bike. Today my bike Snow White is 113-inch monster putting out over 110 horses to the rear wheel. It is a lot of bike but it took me a long time to reach that point.
Today in Saskatchewan and many jurisdictions all that is required to ride a motorcycle is to pass a written test. The only way to learn how to ride is to get out there and do it however we currently have no limits or regulations on what size of motorcycle, how much horsepower, how fast a motorcycle can go. Our province assumes that we are responsible enough to buy the right motorcycle and we should but we’re not.
When I was first looking for a bike for Mrs Monkey to learn on the salesman at the local dealership gave me the hard sell to buy her a GSXR-1100. WTF. That bike would be a lot for me with over 35 years riding experience let alone an inexperience rider like my wife. I have seen too many times inexperience riders buying bikes like that. I have seen the accidents that have resulted from those decisions.
Everyone should have to take a defensive motorcycle riding course before they are allowed to ride their own motorcycle and the horsepower should be capped off. The majority of motorcycle accidents happen to riders in the first three years of riding. Motorcycle manufactures make entry level bikes and are adding new models every year. There is no reason an inexperienced rider’s first bike should be capable of 200 mph.
So what is the answer? Take a motorcycle riding class. Encourage everyone you know to take a motorcycle riding class and realize its not about who gets there the fastest but who gets there safe.
-bad Uncle Monkey
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QUICK CONTACT THE TENNESSEE LEGISLATURE–To email or call about your Liberty Restoration Bill:
“Representative / Senator __________,
On behalf of all citizens?in your district, please vote in favor of HB0894/SB1143, the “Liberty Restoration Act.”
I say all citizens because this issue?is much bigger than the liberty of your motorcycle constituents. The small mom?and pop merchants of your district deserve to enjoy the positive economic?impact of motorcycle tourism that helmet choice has provided in thirty-one other states.
When Michigan restored their adult choice last year, out of state motorcycles started showing up for tourism events and ‘just because’ road trips. This was an immediate reward to local businesses.
If you are concerned about the fearful?numbers of the liberty opponents, consider this simple fact: There are 31 other?states who afford adult motorcyclists the rights to choose with more than 40 years history on the subject. If the Pennsylvania Legislature can study the subject not once but twice and find no significant impact, then surely Tennessee deserves to become the 32nd state.
I understand that my Liberty Bill has a 2-year report designed exactly like PA conducted. Please help us get real?numbers from this trial period and ignore the hypothetical numbers that have failed to repeal helmet laws in 31 other states.
We can both bet that if the sky really does fall and motorcyclist’s uninsured injuries start to bleed the state treasury that the liberty opponents will be there to point out that the mandate must be restored.
Respectfully,
Your name & contact info”
House of Representatives Transportation Committee Members
(hold control button and click on name to go their contact page)
Address as Chairman to:
•Vince Dean, Chair (Thank for his commitment to support!)
•Mike Sparks, Vice-Chair (Thank for his commitment to? support!)
Committee
•David Alexander
•Joe Armstrong
•Karen Camper (Thank for her continued support!)
•Dale Carr
•Barbara Cooper
•Bill Dunn
•Tilman Goins (Thank for his commitment to support)
•Kelly Keisling (Thank him for being our? bill sponsor!!!)
•Mary Littleton
•Jimmy Matlock
•Bo Mitchell
•Dennis Roach
•Courtney Rogers (Thank for her commitment? to support!)
•Bill Sanderson (Thank for his continued? support!)
•John Mark Windle (Thank for his continued? support!)
Senate Transportation Committee
•Jim Tracy, Chair (Thank for his continued support!)
•Mae Beavers, 1st Vice-Chair (Thank for co-sponsoring!!!)
•Frank Niceley, 2nd Vice-Chair (Thank for co-sponsoring!!!)
•Janice Bowling (Thank for? co-sponsoring!!!)
•Stacey Campfield (Thank for his committed? affirmative vote!)
•Ophelia Ford
•Thelma Harper
•Becky Massey
•Steve Southerland (Thank for his continued? support!)
There are more supporters in this list. They simple wish to?remain ‘unpublished’ supporters. If nothing changes, we have the votes in both?Committees. But still… “YES!!!” Write emails and call TODAY. We need YOUR?insurance policy of help!!!
We can’t do it FOR ya… but we sure can WITH ya!
Seize the Day!
Rhonda Rae Williams
YOUR Legislative Director for?CMT/ABATE, Inc
931-205-2644 mobile / text
931-815-2224 office
rhondaraewilliams@gmail.com
Bill to Ban ALL Lead Ammunition for Hunting to be Heard Next Week Call AND E-Mail Members of the Assembly Committee on Water, Parks, and Wildlife TODAY!–
It is deja vu all over again. Assembly Bill 711, supported by radical self-proclaimed environmental organizations, is an expanded lead ammunition ban that was introduced in the state legislature this year.
In August 2012, the California Fish and Game Commission refused to expand the current lead ammunition ban in the condor range because a serious scientific inquiry into the actual source of lead poisoning in condors was again underway! Unfortunately, this did not make the animal “rights” activists happy and once again NRA will be opposing Assembly Bill 711. AB 711 is scheduled to be heard in the Assembly Committee on Water, Parks, and Wildlife on Tuesday, April 16, at 9 a.m. in State Capitol room 437 (Listen to this hearing). Please call AND e-mail Committee members and politely urge them to OPPOSE this egregious bill. Contact information for members of this Committee is provided below.
On February 21, 2013, Assemblymember Anthony Rendon (D-Lakewood) introduced AB 711. If enacted, AB 711 would ban all hunting with lead ammunition in the entire state of California. Several misguided groups are pushing AB 711, despite the NRA and CRPA having demonstrated that existing lead ammo bans have not been effective in lowering blood-lead levels in condors, and despite the debunking of some of the key scientific papers used to justify the existing lead ammunition ban for hunting in the condor zone. Proponents of AB 711 are using faulty scientific papers — where researchers have been found to be hiding underlying data and avoiding further peer scrutiny — to achieve their agenda of banning lead ammunition, and even hunting, altogether.
Lead ban proponents have no intention of stopping with a ban on lead ammunition. Humane Society President and CEO Wayne Pacelle has stated, “We are going to use the ballot box and the democratic process to stop all hunting in the United States. We will take it species by species until all hunting is stopped in California. Then we will take it state by state.”
The Audubon Society is also pushing AB 711. Their involvement raises conflict of interest concerns because the current executive director of Audubon California is in fact, Commissioner Michael Sutton. Sutton was recently elected President of the California Fish and Game Commission, and is responsible for forming the working committee to investigate the real source of lead poisoning in condors. Though Sutton has said, “Most of us [on the Commission] feel it is inappropriate to use the presidency as a bully pulpit for your views,” Sutton nonetheless did noting to stop his organization from cosponsoring AB 711, which will side step the Commission’s scientific investigation into the real source of lead poisoning in condors and other wildlife.
It is easy to figure out why these lead ban proponents introduced AB 711. The facts and the science do not support an expansion of the current lead ammunition ban. Under the heightened scrutiny from the Department or Commission, where “the science has got to make sense or else you’re not going to sell the rest of us [on a lead ammunition ban], that’s for darn sure.” (Commissioner Rogers at the August 8, 2012 meeting). They fear their junk-“science” will be seen for what it is, or is not. Now these agenda-driven groups intend to avoid serious scientific scrutiny by instead arm-twisting the politicians in the state legislature.
This is exactly how they were able to obtain the initial lead ammunition ban, Assembly Bill 821, in 2008, which has scientifically been proven to be a failure.
AB 711 has been referred to the Assembly Committee on Water, Parks, and Wildlife. Please contact Committee members to express your OPPOSITION to this unwarranted and politically-motivated attack on traditional ammunition. Contact information for members of the committee is provided below:
Assembly Committee of Water, Parks and Wildlife:
1020 N Street, Room 160
Phone: (916) 319–2096
Fax (916)319-2196
Assemblymember Anthony Rendon (D-63) Chairman
Assemblymember.rendon@Assembly.ca.gov
(916) 319-2063
Fax (916) 319-2163
Assemblymember Frank Bigelow (R-5) Vice Chairman
Assemblymember.bigelow@Assembly.ca.gov
(916) 319-2005
Fax (916) 319-2105
Assemblymember Travis Allen (R-72)
Assemblymember.allen@Assembly.ca.gov
(916) 319-2072
Fax (916) 319-2172
Assemblymember Robert Blumenfield (D-45)
Assemblymember.blumenfield@Assembly.ca.gov
(916) 319-2045
Fax (916) 319-2145
Assemblymember Raul Bocanegra (D-39)
Assemblymember.Bocanegra@Assembly.ca.gov
(916) 319-2039
Fax (916) 319-2139
Assemblymember Brian Dahle (R-1)
Assemblymember.Dahle@Assembly.ca.gov
(916) 319-2001
Fax (916) 319-2101
Assemblymember Paul Fong (D-28)
Assemblymember.Fong@Assembly.ca.gov
(916) 319-2028
Fax (916) 319-2128
Assemblymember Jim Frazier (D-11)
Assemblymember.Frazier@Assembly.ca.gov
(916) 319-2011
Fax (916) 319-2111
Assemblymember Beth Gaines (R-6)
Assemblymember.Gaines@Assembly.ca.gov
(916) 319-2006
Fax (916) 319-2106
Assemblymember Mike Gatto (D-43)
Assemblymember.Gatto@Assembly.ca.gov
(916) 319-2043
Fax (916) 319-2143
Assemblymember Jimmy Gomez (D-51)
Assemblymember.Gomez@Assembly.ca.gov
(916) 319-2051
Fax (916) 319-2151
Assemblymember Adam Gray (D-21)
Assemblymember.Gray@Assembly.ca.gov
(916) 319-2021
Fax (916) 319-2121
Assemblymember Jim Patterson (R-23)
Assemblymember.Patterson@Assembly.ca.gov
(916) 319-2023
Fax (916) 319-2123
Assemblymember Mariko Yamada (D-4)
Assemblymember.Yamada@Assembly.ca.gov
(916) 319-2004
Fax (916) 319-2104
For other information on the lead issue in California, stay tuned to www.huntfortruth.org and www.calgunlaws.com. The Hunt for Truth website was created to provide up to date information regarding the push for expanding the lead ammunition ban in individual states as well as well as at the national level. Hunt for Truth dispels the MYTHS about lead ammunition and explains the SCIENTIFIC EVIDENCE that we have gathered which refutes the theory that lead ammunition is the source of WILDLIFE ISSUES. Furthermore, by EXPOSING THE TRUTH behind the campaign to ban the use of lead ammunition as a politically bias agenda based on faulty science, we hope to educate our visitors about the LEGAL aspects of the lead ammunition ban campaign and keep our visitors up to date with the latest NEWS on what’s occurring at the scientific and political stages.
Websites:
NRA-ILA, NRA-ILA California, NRA – ILA Legal Update, CalNRA.com, CRPA.org, CalGunLaws.com, HuntforTruth.org
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Celebrate Fifty Years of Baja Racing with Off-Road Legends at the Petersen Automotive Museum–
Parnelli Jones and Dave Ekins will answer audience members’ questions at a tribute dinner that kicks off the Petersen’s one-day Off-Road Show and summer exhibition, Braving Baja:
1,000 Miles to Glory, presented by American Honda Motorcycle
Division.
To prove the durability of its motorcycles, American Honda sent a CL72 Scrambler on a 950 mile trek through rocks, sand washes, dry lake beds, mountain passes and paved roads. Fifty years later, that 1960s run is remembered for initiating one of the most significant off-road races for both two
and four wheeled vehicles in the world–the Baja 1000.
Legendary racers Dave Ekins and Parnelli Jones will help the Petersen Automotive Museum
honor Baja with a tribute dinner, one-day off road show, and summer-long exhibition: Braving Baja, 1,000 Miles to Glory, presented by American Honda Motorcycle Division.
The Petersen will host its Baja Tribute Dinner on May 2 at 6:00p.m. Dave Ekins and Bill Robertson Jr. will be honored for their daring, first timed run down the Baja peninsula with American Honda. Parnelli Jones, a renowned racer of all genres will be honored at the tribute for his off-road racing success, including multiple Baja 1000, Baja 500
and Mint 400 wins in his famously fabricated Bronco, “Big Oly.” Both Ekins and Jones will answer questions from the audience. Tickets for
the evening of food, drinks and legends are available at www.BravingBaja.org.
The Baja Day Off-Road Show is Saturday, May 4, from 9:00a.m. to 4:00p.m. The off-road show is included in the daily museum admission
rate for spectators, and participation is open to anyone with a vehicle that is off-road capable, including trucks, buggies, motorcycles, sand
rails and more. Vendors will be on-site as well. Participant and vendor registration is located at www.BravingBaja.org.
The Braving Baja: 1,000 Miles to Glory exhibition will run from May 4 through Sept. 2, 2013 featuring artifacts of all sizes including significant motorcycles, trucks, buggies, clothing and ephemera. This never-before-seen collection of historic off-road racing vehicles will show where it all began and how it has evolved.
Go to www.BravingBaja.org to purchase tickets. Proceeds from the Tribute Dinner and the Off-Road Show benefit the Petersen Automotive
Museum’s educational programming.
The Petersen is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit
educational institution.
The Petersen Automotive Museum is located at 6060 Wilshire Boulevard (at Fairfax) in Los Angeles, California 90036. Admission prices are $12 for general admission adults, $8 for seniors, $5 for students with ID, $3 for children ages 5 to 12. Museum members, active military with ID
and children under five are admitted free. Vault tours are available for an additional $25, and are offered on a first-come, first-served basis. Parking is free for the first 30 minutes and $2.00 each
additional 30 minutes. One hour validation with purchase of $20 or more in the Museum Store or Johnny Rockets located in the museum lobby.
Museum hours are Tuesday through Sunday from 10am to 6pm. For general Museum information, call 323/930-CARS or visit the Museum’s Web site
at: www.petersen.org.
NEW SHIPMENT OF VEE-RUBBER TIRES ARRIVES AT METALSPORT HEADQUARTERS IN LOS ANGELES—This just in today. Metalsport received another shipment of tires from Vee Rubber. They are the West Coast exclusive distributor, and Richard Hotinger just came to work at the Metalsport factory, and his focus will be exclusively on Vee Rubber tires, the only maker of 21, 23, and 26-inch whitewall tires. They have all H-D sizes in stock right now.
More 30s are due in shortly, and we will bring you another report on their tire mounting service next week.
–Wrench
BIKERNET ESTABLISHES A CONSUMER PROTECTION AGENCY–Does it matter where you put that price tag?
Yes, it does matter where you put the price tag!!!
–from Jim Waggaman
GMA BANDED GRIPS–GMA a division of Belt Drives Limited, has just introduced this new grip collection that provides great custom looks and comfortable confident rider “feel” to any Bagger, Cruiser, Street Fighter or Chopper.
CNC machined for positive finger placement the new grips are fit with 3 durable rubber style bands which produce the unique appearance and exceptional grip. Additionally each GMA throttle grip is manufactured with integral throttle pipe for installation convenience and quick precision operation.
GMA Banded Grips are offered in any of 3 finishes including: Black #RBHG-1B $101.50 pr, Chrome #RBHG-1C $101.50 pr, and Polished #RBHG-1P $72.00 per pair. To order or for additional details visit GMA at www.beltdrives.com or call direct to 714 693-1313.
OKAY, SO WHAT’S NEW—I walked into California H-D on a mission. I needed jets and I needed them bad. Kip Woodring said, “How’s life?”
I said, “Bananas.”
“How do you mean?” Kip said. “What’s new?”
“About a million things,” I said. “All at once.”
“That’s refreshing,” Kip said. “I usually get, ‘same old crap.’”
I started to discuss some of the Bikernet projects, then grabbed the jets and peeled for the door. The list was too damn daunting to open in front of Kip, besides he was working. My tooth may smart, but the list of projects and new Bikernet content is growing. I will have a terrific bike feature put to bed over the weekend. It involves twisted frames, rescued children, and a repo man.
We are working on a tech around locking tie-down straps. These puppies will blow your mind. You can finally be secure when your precious bike is strapped onto an open trailer behind a hotel, in the middle of a Chicago suburb.
We now have a portion of a Campagna frame for our Assalt Weapon II streamlined trike project. We are waiting for Kent Riches to return from Thailand to discuss body and frame options. I’m not sure the Campagna will do the trick. It’s too wide. We need to build a bullet. Even belly tanks may be too wide, but the investigation is just beginning, and I’m studying the SCTA rulebook.
I’m going to put some miles on the Mudflap Girl FXR this weekend and search for more parts to fix our 1928 Shovelhead. A new Biker Radio show wants to interview me, and there was a call to roll north to the Hollister Rally, and or Laughlin. We need to finish Eric’s 106-inch build and dyno it, and I’m working with Metalsport on a tech about their wheel mounting service. You can order a set of wheels, and they will mount the tires, rotors and pulley, before shipping. Something happens every weekend. Make a good one.
Ride Forever,
–Bandit
