Hey,
It’s the grandiose LA Calendar Show weekend. Bikes were shipped in from Hawaii. Magazine editors flew in from back east. The sun is shinning, the LA Calendar Fast Dates Girls are lined up to hit the Park in front of the Queen Mary for this grand custom bike extravaganza.
The Bikernet Radio team are flying in from North Carolina and Orange County to interview anyone with a terrific story, cutting edge technology or extreme cleavage. I’m a Bike Show judge, don’t talk to me. I’m under severe pressure.
Hope to see you there. We just received a new batch of stickers from Chris Tronolone, a wild outlaw from Hawaii. We’ve got lots of shit to give away. Let’s hit the news.
I’d like to congratulate Bob Dron (above) and his lovely wife Tracy, on their all-new Oakland H-D/Big Dog store in one of the roughest neighborhoods in the country. He’s been located just off the Oakland Airport for decades. They’ve done a helluva job.
NEW HARLEYS FOR 2007– Harley-Davidson will launch the Twin Cam 96, an all-new Big Twin engine, as it introduces its 2007 line of motorcycles. The Twin Cam 96 will power all models in the Harley-Davidson Dyna, Softail and Touring product families, each of which will also feature the 6-speed Cruise Drive transmission. New motorcycles for 2007 include two VRSC models, the all-new FXSTC Softail Custom, and a limited-edition model celebrating the 50th anniversary of the Sportster introduction.
— Tina Albinger
Harley-Davidson Motor Company
EASYRIDERS CELEBRATES 20 YEARS OF RODEO ACTION–Newbury Park, Calif. – Easyriders Events announces its 20th Anniversary Motorcycle Rodeo Tour slated for the summer of 2006 and proudly presented by Lucas Motorcycle Oil Products. The tour kicks off in Wilson, N.C., at the Wilson County Fairgrounds from July 14-16, where more than 7,500 motorcycle enthusiasts are expected to converge for three days of on-site camping, rodeo competition, live entertainment, monster truck shows and a myriad of other activities.
As showcased on the Speed Channel’s V-Twin TV series and 2-Wheel Tuesdays, the Easyriders Rodeo Tour features motorcycle rodeo competition by the World Champion Tabor family from Ohio pitting up against acclaimed custom motorcycle builder Kendall Johnson, who has been featured on the Discovery Channel’s Biker Build-Off series. The Tabors, who have gone undefeated more times than any other Rodeo team in history, and numerous members of the Associated Rodeo Riders on Wheels (ARROW) will compete against Johnson in the Rodeo’s most grueling race event, the 1,000-pound sled pull. Other rodeo events include the slow race, keg derby and tire ride, and the popular motorized barstool races.
“Kendall Johnson’s involvement with this year’s Rodeo Tour will lend to the most intensely competitive racing we’ve ever seen. After 20 years of outdoor motorcycle rodeos, we are approaching this year’s tour unlike ever before – with more of everything that has made these events a mainstay in the industry since 1986. The motorcycle enthusiast won’t want to miss the 2006 tour with all the attractions we have lined up,” stated John Green, president of Easyriders Events.The Wilson County Fairgrounds is busily readying their facilities in preparation of the arrival of thousands of bikers and lovers of the motorcycle lifestyle. The groundsare being revamped to expand the midway, parking areas and campground, which boasts wild and uninhibited partying and is otherwise known as the zoo.
“Easyriders Rodeos are strictly 18-and-over events that offer unparalleled opportunity for participants to transcend their normal everyday lives and really let their hair down. For many, these rodeos are an annual getaway from work, the kids and the stresses of everyday life,” said Green.
Between Rodeo competitions, live performances by bands, including Magic Red, Toyz, Peach Brandy Band and the Led Zeppelin tribute band, Kashmir, a multitude of vendors showcasing the latest in motorcycle industry wares, ride-in bike shows, trophy girl contests, food and beer on sale and on-site camping, the July 14-16 Rodeo in Wilson, N.C., is a veritable city offering something for every participant without the need to go anywhere outside of the event gates. According to Dell Joyner, pillar in the community and member of the Wilson County Chamber of Commerce, “When the Easyriders Rodeo Tour rolls into Wilson each year, the local economy booms with revenues estimated at over $1 million as a direct result of the event. And everyone has a big fun time!”
Easyriders Events is licensed to Action Promotions, Inc., a Florida corporation that specializes in motorcycle entertainment for Easyriders, V-Twin and their related publications exclusively.
–from Rogue
MAJOR LOS ANGELES GASOLINE ALLEY DEALERSHIP FOR SALE-That’s right, LA County Chop Rods, Saxon, Swift, Hell Bound, Titan, Independance and more, dealership is for sale right across Lincoln Blvd from Bartels’ Harley-Davidson in exclusive Marina Del Rey less than _ mile from the water.
Gard Hollinger is not going out of business, but changing his focus to building wild customs and cutting edge parts in his Torrence facility. “Running both shops slows me down,” Gard said. “My heart is in being a builder and designer, not running a dealership.” The 2,000 square foot state-of-the-art, service department with two roll-up doors handles Big Dog and American Iron Horse service work.
The 4,000 sq. ft. shop was remodeled to the tune of $80,000 four years ago. The lot has 2,500 sq. ft. of parking and additional parking is available in the back and on Lincoln Boulevard. The lease is still good for a year with an option for the future. The parts department holds a complete Light Speed dealer computer system and all the cool point of purchase display and ready to rock.
The price, more than reasonable. Shit, I wanted to jump into the deal myself, but the girls held me back.
–Gard Hollinger
Shop (310) 822-4220
E- Jbrown@lachoprods.com
ON LINE, ALL CLASS GAMBLING AND YOU COULD WIN A $7000 ENGINE–A HOT new RevTech engine for $50.00!!! That’s right, Bikernet and Hot Aces Casino are sponsoring a contest to win a new $7,000 HOT ROD, REVTECH engine. Just go to Click here www.hotacescasino.com register, make your $50.00 deposit and enter the code ENGINE. You will be automatically entered into the drawing. Drawing to be held July 14, 2006. *see promotion terms and conditions at www.hotacescasino.com LIFESTYLE CYCLES COMPLIMENT–Junior is a man of his word. I picked up my bike and rode the hell out of it all day Sunday and it still had more to give…they got the service done and patched up the oil leaks, although I think my new starter is leaking oil again this is the third one, no big deal. I guess I will give them another try next month when I need the 7500mi service. Junior was a good stand up guy…He wants to look at my carb and intake to put some ‘JR’ touches on it. After he rode it he had some ideas on how to smooth out some lean spots but since it was together and ran good I opted for the ‘rain check’ on the work… I thought, let me free my bike while I can and ride…Thanks again. –Mark BUELL/SPORTY REPORT COMING–Haven’t flaked on you. I’ll get that information. Spent the weekend working on paint and stuff of importance like that. Bike is on the final clear coat. Had a couple defects that needed to be sanded out and re-sprayed, plus it was too humid to paint for awhile too. We are painting by hanging the parts outside his shop 🙂 What do you expect from a bunch of fucking bikers? At least we have a spray gun and not cans in our hands. I’ll send you a teaser of the sheetmetal. This is after the first clear, so it’s not a smooth or shinny as it will be. –Rebel FAMOUS S&S CYCLE REED VALVE–Making your Evolution big twin style engine breathe better and have considerably less oil carryover is easy with the new S&S Reed Valve. Designed as an upgraded replacement for rotary breather gears, the reed valve lets your engine breathe based on crankcase pressure not timing. Since the S&S reed valve just slides in place, there is no timing mark alignment and no rotating parts. With three steel reeds that open on the down-stroke of the piston, air and oil can into the cam chest quickly and easily. When the piston changes direction, the vacuum closes the reeds preventing air from entering the crankcase and maintaining pressure that improves scavenging. — Contact www.sscycle.com 608 627-1497 BIKERNET MAGNETO CONNECTION, MORRIS MAGNETOS–If you need a mag for any application contact Morris Magnetos at MorrisMagneto.com or Dave@MorrisMagneto.com –MORRIS MAGNETOS, INC GIRL POWER BIKERNET RACERS– I just spoke with Valarie Thomas of V-T Racegirl and she mentioned you have a team called GIRL POWER. How cool. You should keep your friend Gina in the loop when you do stuff like this. Anyway I have been putting on one-day events together for the last couple of years or so and do a pretty damn good job, see attached.Well this year (as I theme each event something different) we are doing a build ?Off, NO wait – I know what you are thinking but this is different. This is a first time done- bike build in one day by 4 renowned WOMEN bike builders!Chickie- Vagabond Choppers, Shorty, Gypsy & painter Crazy Horse Painting – Joanne Valarie said she would come in for this .. Bike Builders from all over -shops, custom etc. And we are talking with Pixel Bros (ABC TV) Studios and E TV to come and shoot it! –Gina Woods THUNDERROAD VENDING SPACES STILL AVAILABLE–We still have a few vending spots left. 20×40 for$3400 (FOR THE ENTIRE WEEK) and a few smaller spots available as well. Call me at 970-227-3588 or e-mail mej_kenconte@yahoo.com. THUNDERROAD is perhaps the most happening location in Sturgis with Strokers Dallas on hand, Biker Magazine Penthouse show, Mike Lichter’s Display and Bikernet Radio there to interview you. –J. Ken Conte MILWAUKEE MAN MAKES DRINKING SO MUCH FUN!–With that said – Put-on some BLACK LEATHER CHAPS SET your Butt Down on a comfortable Motorcycle SEAT GRAB your Vibrating Control Unit and here I GO!!! First, the introductory I’m Randall Flann, Mad Randy, KEGHEAD; America’s Salvador Dali and a Milwaukee, Wisconsin Inventor that was issued a United States Patent on October 19, 1999, for a liquid dispensing device worn on the head. The patented invention trademark name: RoFo Headgear. Pronounced R_F_. Its? slogan: RoFo Headgear ? the only hat that gives good head of foam! World’s Most Famous Beverage Container. It’s a lightweight plastic beverage container that holds, transports and dispenses a beverage in a safe, efficient manner while worn on the head. RECENT ADMENDMENTS TO MURPHY’S LAW–Light travels faster than sound. This is why some people appearbright until you hear them speak. Duh……….. He who laughs last, thinks slowest. A day without sunshine is like, well, night. Change is inevitable, except from a vending machine. Those who live by the sword get shot by those who don’t. Nothing is foolproof to a sufficiently talented fool. Just remember: if the world didn’t suck, we’d all fall off. The 50-50-90 rule: Anytime you have a 50-50 chance of getting somethingright, there’s a 90% probability you’ll get it wrong. If the shoe fits, get another one just like itat half the price.The things that come to those that wait may be the things left by thosewho got there first. The shin bone is a device for finding furniture. A fine is a tax for doing wrong. A tax is a fine for doing well. When you go into court, you are putting yourself in the hands of 12people who weren’t smart enough to get out of jury duty. –from Bob T 
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Sara Lyons www.saralyons.com said she would come in for this
Colleen Swartz will be photographing
Sara Liberte has a conflicting schedule
Karen Davidson is checking her schedule
Jean Davidson will be approached
Bikes Choice is giving the “Kit Bike”
IMBBA – Jeff Starke collaborating on this event with me ..sending out newsletter to all bike builders in his association this weekend re this event!
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