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DETONATOR WHEELS CHROME PROBLEM IN 2004– The piece on Assalt Weapan turned out very nice and was run over three pages.Naturally I’ll send you a copy and get the mag to do so also if they haven’t already.Read your piece about Detonator wheels in the Sunday post.
They came stock on my 2004 CVO bike, Orange Betty a FLHTCSE and the chrome was bubbling and peeling off in chunks just after the warranty expired.H-D didn’t want to know about it. I’ve junked them for now, maybe powder coat them for use on a future project bike …
–Doc
ITS 2008 ………. YEAR OF THE W8LESSROTOR …..LETS ROCK THE INDUSTRY — As you know the Charlie Brechtel band is doing a show at Bikernet.com headquarters in Wilmington , Ca.. Sat the 12th of Jan . 10 DAYS , THEN SHOW TIME AT BIKERNET …. A little background info .
The Charlie Brechtel band is one of the headliners at The Buffalo Chip in Sturgis , S.D. this summer, thousands of people camp there, with the biggest and best concerts. A huge attendance that is booked years in advance. Z.Z.Top is also appearing at the same venue in Sturgis . .
Expected at the bikernet.com event are many of SoCal’s finest bike builders . An estimated ???? (could be huge) , motorcycle industry leaders , builders and related industry businessmen are expected The evening is being professionally recorded and taped , then will be presented to Discovery Channel, Speed Channel, etc. for future television airing , music video c-d ‘ s , posters , flyers . etc.
Between band breaks we will be doing live commercials and interviews. I will be there , ON MY HOT-ROD , Thursday the 11th, helping with set-up, clean-up …. We will produce a live W8Less Rotor commercial for the Sturgis Rider Live airing on SRL.com and Bikernet.com Michele Smith with American Thunder is on the guest list also . Michele is the young lady we did the interview with in Bakersfield , Ca. this past summer .. Tens of dozens of people have commented on the interview , usually about Michele Smith first, then the rotors . Darn it ..
Just a note for upcoming biz plan considerations??? Since Nov 2005 we have had a presence as a major sponsor on Bikernet,com. with over 10 million hits per month, globally , with some 11,000 unique users per day.
There may not be a bigger bang for the buck ??? . Bikernet.com has instant GLOBAL access and an instant news outlet. We send news and it will be printed. It’s part of the sponsor program .
Bikernet.com is also launching an online Metric News Magazine, 15th of Jan, called Bikernet Metric.
The rotors that we have provided for Kip Woodring , RENTON, WA. , the Thunderpress Magazine Gear-head , tech-writer , are being installed and articles prepared by Kip . Kip is also submitting articles to major magazines as well . Thanks Kip … Bandit says he can’t stop without w8less . Note the stop sign in background ……
–Ray
(831) 594-7783
2008 IS GOING TO BE GREAT!– I am in the process of installing two sets of the swing arm retrofit so I have some $, Das a good thing, haha. Have a couple of other jobs as well.
Working on getting ready to go to Cincy for V-Twin Expo. Are you going? I have a possible tech article; I will let you know as soon as I check it out.
Still need a True Dual Exhaust for a 2008 FLHTI. For a Tech Article! I can contact Daytona Twin Tech for a brain box if one does not come with exhaust.
Next month have to service my bike.
–Rogue
BIKERNET METRIC LOGO UNDERWAY–Here is another go at the engine. I made the lower part more narrow, the circle on the bottom a little bigger and the engine spokes end in points. Let me know if you want me to stylize it more. I’m still playing with what could go on the cylinder cover. I was thinking maybe a pair of devil girls. As for the circle at the bottom, I was thinking about putting a 5-Ball there. What do you think?
–George
BIKERNET ASSALT WEAPAN TO BE FEATURED IN ACCURATE BOOTH AT V-TWIN SHOW IN FEBRUARY–Went home for Christmas, shot another deer, hired a new employee, finished my Tiki hut, fed my snakes, getting “Bitch Slap” ready for Cinci., working on booth set-up (10×20 and includes you).
Man I am ready for the New Year! XR Knuckle Engine almost ready and will send pics to you. We will have it for Cinci! Wish all of you a very prosperous NEW YEAR! While hunting I developed a new camouflage. It looks like your car keys. Betcha’ can’t find me now.
–Berry
THE CONCEPT OF FREEDOM AT RISK IN A WORLD OF SAFETY AND FINANCIAL RISK–“Public sentiment is everything. With public sentiment nothing can fail; without it, nothing can succeed. Consequently, he who molds publicsentiment goes deeper than he who enacts statutes or pronounces decisions. He makes statutes or decisions possible or impossible to be executed.”
–Abraham Lincoln, 1858
This quote was found while researching the power of those forces involved in mandating helmet laws. It’s an article about how think tanks are being used in order to come up with campaigns to sway public opinion. (The keywords search used was corporatism thinktank fear public). There is a section which discusses strategies used by NC to make its’ seat belt campaign a model for other states. These same people who have used their resources to increase seat belt use, with the Click It or Ticket campaign, are the same people who have been blitzing the media in order to sway public opinion regarding helmets. There should be no doubt that highways safety programs in many other states will be looking to follow examples of the NC GHSP in North Carolina if we are unable to turn the tide in 2008.
I recommend taking some time to read it through, because it shows what those who oppose mandatory helmet laws are up against. It may also include some skills we can get good at. Among other things, it asks, and attempts to answer the question:Why are some social problems defined in terms of “poor behavioral choices” of individuals while other problems are blamed on the unhealthy business practices of companies that manufacture harmful products or the governmental agencies that regulate them? In NC, our media is very reluctant to print our news releases, or to air our side of the helmet issues, but they jump on a release by the NC DOT in a flash, even when it contains misinformation. We are going to have to contend with this in 2008 by preparing media statements and press releases, and discredit theirs. “Honest Abe” is correct. It is not just the legislative building where we lose our rights, as evidenced by the Many legislators believe the primary duty of government is to ensure safety. There is doctrine from our founding fathers to support their safety idealogy. Safety nannies began including safety from ourselves, and those “poor behavioral choices” some of us might make. Fortunately, there are still some legislators, who interpret the governmental responsibility for safety to be restricted to safety from invading enemies, safety from an intrusive, overbearing, oppressive government, and public health involvement to be restricted to combating real and verified contagious epidemics. Some good lawmakers even insist that no laws should be made unless there is overwhelming constitutional basis. Those candidates will need our support in 2008. In NC, over the last few days, the media has been reacting to NC DOT media blitzes about changes to the helmet laws. A few are mentioning our protest actions in several counties. Some of us have been going into forums, and have made some extremely persuasive arguments that constitutional rights are in serious jeopardy. The helmet law is vague, and will still be arbitrarily enforced, because the standard targets individuals. In opposition to us, those who support this assault on our liberties, have been indoctrinated to blame all motorcycle fatalities on “poor behavioral choices”, including the fact that we ride motorcycles rather than automobiles and SUV’s, which are mainstream. We’ve heard “motorcycle enthusiasts” say they love their helmet, and how it saved their life. US DOT Secretary Mary Peters, a GW political appointee is saying it. Some enthusiasts, as well as some bikers, are convinced helmets saved them several times. Some of them support our right to decide, while others do not understand any concepts of freedom. We say go ahead and wear one (caution: they are not all that the government claims), just don’t force a helmet onto me. They do not understand the difference between rights and privilege, and wouldn’t know the constitution if it slapped them in the face. I found the following which might explain something about those people who swear by helmets: Research by Wasserman et al. in 1988 * involved the questioning of cyclists on the streets as to whether they had hit their heads in the previous 18 months. This had happened to 20% of helmet wearers vs 2.7% of non-wearers – a seven-fold increase. Such results consistently help to explain why most helmet law supporters believe a helmet has saved their life – it’s partly because they are more likely to hit their heads. * (Wasserman, R.C., Waller, J.A., Monty, M.J., Emery, A.B. and Robinson, D.R., Bicyclists, helmets and head injuries: a rider-based study of helmet use and effectiveness, American Journal of Public Health, 1988) There are people who state, as though fact, that everyone who rides without a helmet is guaranteed to eventually die from head injuries in a motorcycle crash. I heard the same thing from people who are against smoking, and the many other “poor behavioral choices” I make. So, which is it going to be? I can’t die from them all. At least, I won’t die from eating fast foods. I know I shouldn’t be saying this on the first day when many folks are struggling through the first day of some resolutions, but if we were to all give up everything we love, perhaps we will all die from boredom. In 2008, there are several important fronts we will be working. One of them must be public opinion, but charity runs and picking up trash from the side of roadways to show we’re nice people is not going to do one single bit of good. We’ll need to get very good at blitzing the media, often, with messages that open peoples eyes as to where the bureaucrats claim to do well, when they are really not. In particular, the public who does not support our freedoms, will need to know the skiers and snowboarders will be next, with helmet checks at the southeast chairlift. More roadblocks will be appearing, with checks of “vhere are you papers” at state lines. The only ones free to travel about the country will be undocumented aliens, because without papers they will be the only ones without tracking devices.. There are proposals for gun owners to use smart guns which can only be used if the shooter has the correct chip implanted under the skin of their forearm. Eventually intelligent highway systems may outlaw not only motorcycle riders, but automobile drivers as well. The line in the sand we have drawn that says no to mandatory helmet laws, is not just about helmets. It has much wider implications for freedom, if we can turn the tide. We will need the public to become concerned about the loss of each right, one by one, which has been increasing exponentially for the last 70 years. See you at the protests, on liberty rides, in the courts, and at the voting booth, –jan RARE MOKE DISCOVERED IN AUSTRALIA–Bought this fully restored Mini “Moke” today (for Annie of course – shish!she doesn’t know yet!!!) Be a bit of fun during summer! –Uncle Ray DOHERTY PHANTOM FILTER– Anyone with a custom scooter they actually intend to ride has labored over where to hang an oil filter. Fret no more. Doherty Machine has just introduced a filter assembly that is fully functional and totally “out of sight.” The PHANTOM OIL FILTER is designed for horseshoe style tanks, but adapts easily to fit a variety of applications where at least 2 1Ž2″ of flat mounting surface is available. The unit itself consists of a bolt-in or weld-in, mounting flange (both are included), and screw-in filtration assembly. Caps are fit with a barbed, oil return line fitting at the side for unobstructed seat clearance. All bolt-in sealing surfaces are O-ringed and the unit makes use of OEM style filter elements. Installation requires simple drilling of filter access hole and flange mounting bolt locations where applicable. The PHANTOM FILTER is precision machined from billet aluminum and steel with aircraft grade hardware. This unique filtration system allows you to maintain a clean appearance while protecting your engine’s vitals. The PHANTOM OIL FILTER kit retails for $219.95 and is available direct from Doherty Machine by calling 800-956-9409. Catch Doherty on the Web at www.DohertyMachine.com THE TECH MASTER PABLO CHECKS IN– How da hell are you. By the time you read this it will probably be 2008, Happy New Year I think your doing a hell of a job. Remember no one gets out of here alive so have fun, ride hard, live free and fight for what you believe. Family freedom, right to ride free, GOD, oh did I say that,freedom to feel how you want, happy, sad orwhatever. GOD BLESS US ALL. May the sun always warm you, may the wind be friendly, and may your beer be cold and your jack smooth. — A BOTHER IN THE WIND OLD HIPPIE READER RECEIVED GIFT BOX–Hey, thanks for the cool stickers and book sent over Christmas. Greatlyappreciated. Could of used a cool t-shirt, xl, but what the hell, freeis free. Great site, glad I joined and gave you money. Well worth it. Stay cool, More boxes are headed out next week.–Wrench CHRIS KALLAS BIKER PRINTS– Chris Kallas captures the spirit and freedom of riding in all if his high-quality color lithograph prints. They are great for your office, den, garage or shop. They add that feeling you get by throwing a leg over your sled. These are limited edition prints that are produced on 80# acid free cover stock. Get your inner-biker fix right here. NEW SCREAMIN’ EAGLE SLIP-ON MUFFLERS FOR DYNA FAT BOB–Throaty, Street-Legal Sound and Fresh Styling from Harley-Davidson. MILWAUKEE (Nov. 30, 2007) – The new Screamin’ Eagle Street Performance Slip-On Mufflers for Dyna Fat Bob (P/N 80674-08, $349.95) from Harley-Davidson Genuine Motor Accessories produce a throaty tone and offer bold, custom styling. Each muffler has a ballistic inlet shape and embossed “Screamin’ Eagle” logo. The black Blunt Revolver end caps feature cut-out chambers that expose and contrast with the mirror chrome finish of the muffler body. These mufflers are 50-state street legal on stock-displacement 2008 FXDF Fat Bob models. Installation requires separate purchase of two muffler clamps P/N 65283-94. For additional information on Harley-Davidson Genuine Motor Accessories, see your local Harley-Davidson dealer or visit the Harley-Davidson Web site at www.harley-davidson.com. To find a dealer near you, call toll free 1-800-443-2153 in the U.S.A. or Canada. LAST CALL FOR FREE ISSUE OF IRONWORKS MAGAZINE–About two months ago we sent out a mailing offering a FREE copy of IronWorks Magazine to any and all who’ll fire us their physical mailing address and the deadline for us to submit those address’s is drawing near, so if you’re interested in getting on the mailing list all you need to do is respond. NO tricks, NO catches, just a FREE copy of the best publication in the American V-twin market. You can consider it a Christmas present from DOUGZ Custom Paint & Fabrication because we’re just nice people, or you can consider it sucking up. Either way you get a FREE issue! We need to submit the address’s to IronWorks by Jan. 10th so send us yours by then or you’re shit outta luck! Doug Wozney ANOTHER BIKERNET WINNERS SPEAKS UP–I received one of the Christmas care packages and wanted to say, Thank You. It was a great surprise with some cool stuff and good reading material to pass time till the snow melts. Bikernet rocks. –Rick Fisher THERE YOU HAVE IT, FIRST THURSDAY NEWS IN 2008–Not bad, if I don’t say so myself. Here’s my rundown for the Assalt Weapan for January until March. Jim Waggaman, at Air Stream Studios is finishing the tank adjustments, repainting the front fender and rear panels right now. The Pegasus crew and I will complete the Pegasus installation and dial in the wiring. I just picked up a complete fairing at Air Tech Studios and will begin building mounting brackets. I’m going to display the bike at the Grand National Car Show at the end of January then immediately ship it to Accurate Engineering for Dyno tuning. Then Berry, at Accurate, will haul it to Cinci for the Dealer show, then to Daytona for the Seminole Roadhouse Display. From there we hope to run the beast at the Maxton Mile. I just called Leif Gustaffson at his custom windshield shop in Florida and discovered that he’s closed until the 7th. Holy shit. We were turned down by the Fisher Foundation, because of the questionable Bikernet Content and we will reach out to the USO for a Veterans Charity to support. So our Veterans’ program is not dialed in, but we’re working on it to raffle the Assalt Weapan off and do the utmost for veterans and take the winner to Bonneville in ’09 as a member of the 5-Ball Racing team. There you have it. Some of our kick-off goals for ’08. Hang on. Ride Forever, –Bandit
jan@bikersusa.org
–Rocky Boatman
DOUGZ Custom Paint & Fabrication LLC
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