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VETERAN RIDER FINDS BANDIT AFTER 40 YEARS– man it was good to see you the other day at the Grand National Show. When I got on the Bikernet site Monday night and saw a giant picture of my Shovel I freaked. I was calling all my buds to check it out.
Then you ran another picture with a nice caption in the news section, what a mind blower! It’s funny how you can throw a scoot together the same way you’ve been doing it for thirty years, and cop a third place at the Grand National Roadster Show.
I never intended to show that bike built by bud, who built the little iron head, talked me into taking it down to the show. Maybe it helps to know one of the judges, ha ha.
Talking over old times with you, although very short, was really a highlight of my weekend. I hope we can visit sometime. I’ve got to make this short, I’m at work. I retired but I do part time for the Air National Guard. That’s the reason for the Military e-mail address.
Ross
KEN CONTE SUCKER PUNCH PROJECT ON BIKERNET–Here’s the cool notion Ken has for his new primary drive with a Rivera Primo clutch. We’re kicking it around and wondering if this is a system for a everyday rider? We’re open to comments.
HILLCO FASTENER WAREHOUSE– Could you please post our flyer? If you aren’t familiar, we are a full-service fastener supply warehouse in Garden Grove.
We sell to many of the local bike builders, including Chica, Jesse James, and tons more. Anyways, we always have lots of cars, but I’d like to get some of the bikes, especially old ones, out here as well
–Ryan F. Hill
General Manager
Hillco Fastener Warehouse
714 657-7442
D&D DEALER NETWORKS NEVER STOPS GROWING–Here are the new dealers from last week
1) H-D Shop of Winona 1845 Mobile Dr Winona, MN 55987 507-454-4578
2) Top Dog Performance Cycles 8843 Monterey St Gilroy, Ca 95020 408-847-4120
3) Bald Eagle H-D 2080 US 41 W Marquette MI 49855 906-228-5330
4) County Line Cycles & Custom Choppers 185 E Easy ST # G Simi Valley, CA 93065 805-578-8830
5) Rod Shop 12409 Cleveland Ave Nunica, MI 49448 231-206-6190
–Jennifer
STORY FROM BIKERNET PHARMACY– A Cowboy walked into a drug store in west Texas and asked to talk to a male pharmacist.The woman he was talking to said that she was the only pharmacist and as she and her sister owned the store, there were no males employed there. She then asked if she could help him.
The cowpoke said that it was something that he would be much more comfortable discussing with a male pharmacist.
The female pharmacist assured him that she was completely professional and whatever it was that he needed to discuss, he could be confident that she would treat him with the highest level of professionalism.
The cowboy then agreed and began by saying, ‘This is tough for me to discuss, but I have a permanent erection. It causes me a lot of problems and severe embarrassment, and I was wondering what you could give me for it.’
The pharmacist said, ‘Just a minute, I’ll talk to my sister.’ When she returned, she said, We discussed it at length and the absolute best we can do is as follows:
1/3 ownership in the store,
A company pickup truck, and
$3,000 a month living expenses.
–from Buckshot
NEW TO BIKERNET, TOP END PERFORMANCE CONNECTION, SEMA MEMBER–I just thought, I should send you some of my Harley work. The black exterior on the heads is a thermal dispersant the piston has a thermal barrier on the top (yes it a damaged piston used only for show) the piston skirts has a ceramic based dry film lubricant on it.
–Don Redmon
RMI
831-359-0863
Don don@replikamaschinen.com
MIC asks New Hampshire to delay motorcycle sound level legislation–The Motorcycle Industry Council (MIC) has urged the New Hampshire House Transportation Committee to postpone pending loud pipe legislation until the spring.
The delay is being called for as it will allow the MIC and the Society of Automotive Engineers to finalize a new sound test, SAE J2825. It is claimed that this new stationary sound test will provide a quick, easy, economical and science-based tool which can identify excessively loud motorcycle exhaust systems.
Commenting on SAE J2825, Pamela Amette, Vice President of the MIC, said: “Our goal is to provide a consistent tool nationwide for identifying excessively loud exhaust systems without failing those that pass the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency federal sound limit. This sound test will effectively achieve the sound control goals of New Hampshire, and other states and municipalities, and more so than some of the proposed legislation currently being considered. On a national level, it will eliminate a lot of the confusion and frustration for motorcyclists when they ride through different jurisdictions.”
Under the proposed legislation, HB 95, being discussed by the House Transportation Committee, the modification of motorcycle exhaust systems would be prohibited, as would running bikes without stock mufflers. In addition, the changes to legislation would lower the sound level limit and require every bike have a functioning tachometer.
Currently the only action taken by the House Transportation Committee has been the creation of a sub-committee to study motorcycle exhaust noise levels more closely and make recommendations.
MOTORCYCLE INDUSTRY COUNCIL
www.mic.org
IN THE BIKERNET STUDIO–Mark Thompson of Hawg Halters is up in the sound room of Bikernet HQ giving an interview about their braking products. ?Start with the best, Stop with the best? is more than just a catchy ad slogan, it?s truly how the guys & gals @ Hawg Halters feel about what we do. And they do some of the sweetest hand controls and braking systems this side of the Mason – Dixon Line. Click here to listen to the Hawg Halter interview with Mark Thompson.
CHEETAH TRIKES UPDATE–I am Tom Walters. My wife, Chilita and I own Cheetah Trikes Inc, a small DOT motorcycle manufacturer in Charlestown, Indiana. I hope you can help me with a minor mistake on your site.
I copied the two links below from the Trikes-R-US piece by Jaqhama. I appreciate the Cheetah Trikes listing and link, however, the photograph with the Oz Trike listing is the first or second “Cheetah Chopper” that we manufactured in 2005 and the photo is of the trike sitting in our showroom. The photo is one I used back then and the Cheetah has been refined and improved greatly in the last 4 years. I’m asking you if you would kindly remove and discard that old, outdated photo of our red Cheetah Chopper, that is clearly out of place.
Now, if you will bare with me a little longer, can I talk you into putting my text url as a website text link: http://www.cheetahtrikes.com/index.html under your American Motorcycle Builders. This would be a service to your visitors, because it is the ultimate motorcycle and it doesn’t get any more American-Made, being completely designed, fabricated with only laser cut 5052-H32 aluminum and 304stainless stainless steel, and manufactured from the ground up here in Charlestown, Indiana using Harley handlebar controls and a General Motors drive train from the tip of the water pump to the chrome plated differential cover at the back of this truly American-Made Motorcycle
TECH QUESTION ANSWERED BY CUSTOM CHROME–Up for sale is a set of American Ironhorse Wheels called “Static”. These are new billet aluminum wheels. The set includes: A rear wheel that is a 18 x 8.5 for a 240 or 250mm rear tire. The front is a very popular 21 x 3.25 for a 120/70-21″ wide tire. These wheels are polished.
The hubs are not included but I can get you in touch with a machinist that will cut the hubs for you for a reasonable rate…
I also have a matching Static 70 tooth 1.5″ pulley polished available but NOT included with this auction.
Please email me with any questions
****International customers please email me for a shipping quote before purchasing.
****International customers please allow for customs time when calculating shipment times.
–Richard Fulk
Product Line Manager
Custom Chrome?
1-800-359-5700
800-729-4333 Fax
www.customchrome.com
FLORIDA ACCIDENT REPORT– TAMPA – Despite the chunk of money Floridians were spending on gas the past few years, many said they could not change how much they drove.
So some changed the vehicles they drove instead, buying fuel-efficient hybrids and motorcycles. Nationwide, motorcycle registrations increased from 3.9 million in 1998 to 7.1 million in 2007, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety
And with the increase in registrations has come more accidents. Motorcycle fatalities
Both the highway safety administration and the Motorcycle Safety Foundation
That’s what happened to Hillsborough County Circuit Judge Rex Barbas.Barbas, who has been riding for decades, was hit from behind a few months ago by a motorist who didn’t see him braking. He suffered a broken pelvis
Barbas
“It’s like I’m invisible,” Barbas
Harley-Davidson of Brandon has offered a Rider’s Edge course for years. Barbas
A grandfather clause in the law meant people who had a motorcycle endorsement on their license before July didn’t have to take the class.
Some of the highway safety administration recommendations include allowing more following distance when behind a motorcycle, giving them the full lane and checking “blind spots” often.Barbas
–from Rogue
By BRENTIN MOSHER, JASON KUSHNER and CYNTHIA ROLDANSpecial to the Tribune
WINTERIZED SPORTY–Dis wood bee good den. Don’tcha know.eyaaw fer shoor!
–Robert
MEMO FROM BIKERNET EMPLOYMENT AGENCY– A man seeking to join a south Texas Sheriff’s Department is being interviewed. The Sergeant doing the interview says: “Your qualifications all look good, but there is an attitude suitability test that you must take before you can be accepted.”
Then, sliding a service pistol across the desk, he says: “Take this pistol and go out and shoot six illegal aliens, six meth dealers, six fundamental religious extremists, and a rabbit.”
“Why the rabbit?”
“Great attitude,” says the Sergeant. “When can you start?”
–Rik
ECONOMIC STATUS REPORT FROM BIKERNET CORRESPONDENT IN INDIA–Don’t worry about it. Your country has and attracts the best talent.There may be a slowdown in things, but its major source of income is still international trade and that continues.
USA is a brand name in itself. Actually it is in the interest of everyone else to see that country prosper – they have invested in it – so they can’t let it slip.
It’s like when you work for a company and earn from it – it is in your interest to see it continue successfully – same with all the European and other businesses who have invested in US market and they will not let go so easily.
The New Year is just getting started. Hope runs eternal.
–UD
THE FEEL OF LAMB – TOP FLIGHT RACE SHIRT– Ideal for hard ridin women… Torian’s long sleeve Race Shirt offers protection from the elements in an ultra cool form fitting leather shirt. And now, 35% off… Remember Valentine’s Day is just a heart beat away.
Torian shirts are made from hand-selected skins that provide the soft feel of lamb combined wth the durability of cowhide in a light weight. Features 2 chest flap pockets, 2 hand warmer pockets and a full lining. Get more information here.
Note: Cherry Blair is photographed on her Nightster with a Race Shirt, Torian Nose Pickers gloves, and Bandit?s Bed Roll bag from Bikernet.
DAMN, SAY GOOD BYE TO JANUARY–The dogs are running wild out back, and I’m going to sneak away to work on my first Chance book. It’s imperative I get it right this time. I spent a week sequestered in the mountains this summer rolling through each chapter, but something lingered.
When I was asked to write a movie treatment, the glitch surfaced again. I knew I had to find some quiet time to deal with it. It’s never quiet at the Bikernet Interplanetary Headquarters, between a constant stream of 18-wheelers, gunshots from the ghetto, train wheels squealing against cast iron tracks, dogs barking and screaming women. I don’t get citizens bitching about bike noise. I look forward to the rumble of a Harley once or twice a day over the constant drum of LA harbor life.
Ah, but what the hell. Hopefully the winter will let up back east and we can ride again.
Ride Forever,
–Bandit
