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DRIVER’S LICENSE COSTS WILL SKYRICKET, GOVERNORS WARN–In the name of homeland security, motorists are going to see costs skyrocket for driver’s licenses and motor vehicle offices forced to operate like local branches of the FBI, the nation’s governors warn.
The new federal law squeezed this spring into an $82 billion spending bill had Republican and Democrat governors fuming at their summer conference, with several bringing their complaints to Homeland Security Secretary Michael Chertoff at a Monday meeting.
”It’s outrageous to pass this off on the states,” said Republican Mike Huckabee of Arkansas, incoming chairman of the National Governors Association. ”You’re essentially asking the front-line clerks at the DMV to become an INS agent and a law enforcement agent.”
The law that passed in June goes beyond an earlier measure that sought to standardize state driver’s licenses, requiring that states verify license applicants are American citizens or legal residents.
”This is going to drive the cost of driver’s licenses for ordinary folks through the roof,” said Democrat Tom Vilsack of Iowa. ”I think it’s going to drive people crazy.”
Chertoff assured governors his agency will work with them to design a driver’s license system that is efficient for consumers and more secure. He said it is an opportunity to strengthen safeguards against identity theft as well as terrorism.
–Rogue
http://www.bikerrogue.com
BIKERNET STURGIS HAMSTER REPORT–KEITH & FRAN TERRY BOUGHT THE “BUFFALO JUMP SALOON & STEAKHOUSE” OUT IN BEULAH WYO. IT’S AN AUTHENTIC 1880’S WYOMING ROADHOUSE. AFTER HAVING BEEN CLOSED FOR 11 YEARS, KEITH DID A TON OF RENOVATIONS AND BOASTS THE ONLY AGED PRIME BEEF IN THE BLACK HILLS. IT HAS BEEN OPEN FOR 3 WEEKS WITH A PACKED HOUSE EVERY NIGHT. LIVE BANDS, BILLARDS, PREMIUM WINES AND LIQUORS.
–Fran
POLARIS INDUSTRIES INC. AND KTM ANNOUNCE STRATEGIC PARTNERSHIP–
* Polaris to purchase 24-percent interest inKTM
* Companies to cooperate on product,technology, manufacturing and distribution projects
* Potential for relationship expansion in 2007
MINNEAPOLIS, July 19, 2005 – Polaris Industries Inc. (NYSE/PSE:PII)announced today that it will purchase a 24-percent interest in Austrianmotorcycle manufacturer KTM Power Sports AG, formerly known as Cross HoldingAG, and partner with KTM on several important strategic projects. The goalof the partnership is to strengthen the competitive position of bothcompanies and provide tangible benefits to customers, dealers, suppliers andshareholders.During the first phase of the partnership, each company will continue to berun separately, but will work together on several specific cooperativeprojects involving new product development, engine technology sharing,distribution, manufacturing, and purchasing. This initial phase of thepartnership will last approximately two years and, in addition to thecooperative projects, will involve the following:
* Polaris will purchase a 24-percent stake in KTM Power SportsAG from an institutional investor for 66.6 million Euros or approximately$80 million funded from Polaris’ existing bank line of credit arrangement.This represents approximately a 12 percent discount to the market value ofthe shares purchased reflecting the size of the block of shares purchasedand the fact that the shares are thinly traded. KTM Power Sports AG(formerly known as Cross Holding AG, which is publicly traded on the ViennaStock Exchange under the symbol CRO), owns and controls KTM SportmotorcycleAG, a leading European manufacturer of motorcycles with fiscal year 2004revenue of over 400 million Euros. Over its history, KTM has earned areputation for providing class-leading, ready-to-race, off-road motorcycles.
S&S ANNOUNCES AGREEMENT WITH SUPERFLOW TECHNOLOGIES GROUP LA CROSSE, WI (July 8, 2005)–S&S Cycle is pleased to team up with SuperFlow Technologies Group as the official dyno and flowbench equipment provider for the new S&S Training & Certification Facility.
During the grand opening of the new S&S Customer Support Center and the Training & Certification Facility in La Crosse, Wisconsin today, S&S and SuperFlow announced their collaboration to outfit the S&S facilities with SuperFlow dynos and flowbenches. Students attending the S&S Dealer Training & Certification Facility will have the opportunity to use SuperFlow products exclusively during their time in class.
The new facility has been designed with three separate dyno cells, two of which have observation areas outside allowing for optimum learning opportunities for students attending training. These cells have also been designed to accommodate future growth with the possibility of adding components, when necessary, as S&S expands into the powersports industry.
“Our relationship with SuperFlow originated in the early 1980’s when my father, George Smith, starting using a 110 flowbench and a prototype engine crankshaft dyno in our R&D department,” said S&S president, Brett Smith. “Now, with the opening of our new state-of-the-art Training & Certification Facility, we are able to formalize our long-standing relationship with SuperFlow by officially endorsing their dyno and flowbench products; offering the very best experience for our students here in our new Training & Certification Facility.”
“We’ve used SuperFlow for years, they are simply the best, and they were our first choice when selecting dyno equipment for our new Training & Certification Facility,” said Tom Smith, Training & Certification Lead for S&S Cycle.
POLICE USE HOMELAND SECURITY GIFT TO WARN BIKERS: THERE’S A NOISE LAW IN TOWN–The Town of Jupiter is giving motorcyclists with straight pipes that create loud noise fair warning. A large sign – approximately 8-foot by 8-foot and highly visible – in the southbound curve on Alternate A1A near Old Dixie Highway reads “Welcome to Jupiter, Florida. Loud noise law now enforced.”
The $40,000 sign – on loan from the Department of Homeland Security – is to remind motorcyclists who create bone-jarring noise on their bikes that they could get stopped and ticketed.
“We got a couple of new signs because of a grant,” said Miller, “and we needed to test their use, so we decided to do double duty and educate the public as well.
“We’ve put up the signs to remind motorcyclists about both our ordinance against noise and about the new Florida law about the noise created from boomboxes in automobiles,” he said.Local bikers say that common courtesy will offset any problems with noise of motorcycles running with “straight pipes” – exhaust systems without mufflers.
“I’ve been riding bikes with straight pipes for 29 years,” said Nelson Scheerer, chief mechanic with Two Old Bikers Inc. on Old Dixie Highway. “I try not to ride like an idiot, since the more aggressive you are, the louder the bike is, and I ride with respect, according to the laws of the town. I’ve never been pulled over because of the noise from my bike.
“I think the law is aimed at those who are reckless or who show disrespect. If they start pulling you over because of the looks of your pipes, then we have a serious issue.”
DID YOU KNOW THIS ABOUT VODKA?!–1. To remove a bandage painlessly, saturate the bandage with vodka. The solvent dissolves adhesive.
2. To clean the caulking around bathtubs and showers, fill a trigger-spray bottle with vodka, spray the caulking, let set five minutes and wash clean. The alcohol in the vodka kills mold and mildew.
3. To clean your eyeglasses, simply wipe the lenses with a soft, clean cloth dampened with vodka. The alcohol in the vodka cleans the glass and kills germs.
4. Prolong the life of razors by filling a cup with vodka and letting your safety razor blade soak in the alcohol after shaving. The vodka disinfects the blade and prevents rusting.
5. Using a cotton ball, apply vodka to your face as an astringent to cleanse the skin and tighten pores.
6. Add a jigger of vodka to a 12-ounce bottle of shampoo. The alcohol cleanses the scalp, removes toxins from hair, and stimulates the growth of healthy hair.
7. Fill a sixteen-ounce trigger-spray bottle and spray bees or wasps to kill them. (Or at least prevent them from flying in a straight line.)
8. Pour one-half cup vodka and one-half cup water in a Ziplock freezer bag and freeze for a slushy, refreshable ice pack for aches, pain or black eyes.
9. Fill a clean, used mayonnaise jar with freshly packed lavender flowers, fill the jar with vodka, seal the lid tightly and set in the sun for three days. Strain liquid through a coffee filter, then applythe tincture to aches and pains.
10. To relieve a fever, use a washcloth to rub vodka on your chest and back as a liniment.
11. To cure foot odor, wash your feet with vodka.
12. Vodka will disinfect and alleviate a jellyfish sting.
13. Pour vodka over an area affected with poison ivy to remove the oil from your skin.
14. NEVER DRINK THE STUFF – IT’LL KILL YOU!!
from Art F.
O SCHOOL CHOPPER IN VEGAS–The web info pretty much says it all. Look forward to supplying you guys on a regular basis as our new builds as they are completed. We are continuing to develop our marketing program and numerous new products ….like the right side shift, leave the clutch on the bars and slap the shifter.
We are doing Big Bear this weekend if any of your people are out. You’ll seeHot Rod KONG, Brass Knuckles and Fat Bobby, choppers
–CHOP
O School Choppers
SINCITY, NV
http://www.oschoolchoppers.com
S&S CYCLE OPENS NEW CUSTOMER SUPPORT CENTER–LA CROSSE, WI (July 8, 2005) S&S Cycle announces the Grand Opening of their Customer Support Center at 235 Causeway Blvd., La Crosse, Wisconsin. The official “Revvin’ Cutting” ceremony took place at Noon today with a large crowd of over 1000 in attendance. This “Revvin’ Cutting” is a twist on the traditional ribbon cutting ceremony as S&S employees revved their motorcycles just prior to the cutting of the ribbon.
Local radio station, 95.7 The Rock, gave away pizza and special addition S&S T-shirts to the first 95 people and snacks from Jack Link’s Beef Jerky were generously provided. Guests were also entertained by motorcycle stunt riders from Vertical Mischief.
S&S president, Brett Smith, spoke of his family heritage, complimented the S&S employees, and thanked the community for their support during the ceremony. People attending had the opportunity to view bikes from several leading motorcycle manufacturers along with having the chance to meet and greet the builders of the S&S Old School Shovel Tour.In conjunction with the 2005 S&S/American Iron Old School Shovel Tour, well-known custom builders were on hand displaying their one-of-a-kind custom bikes. The builders include Kevin Alsop of Big Bear Choppers, Jesse Rooke of Jesse Rooke Customs, Big Mike of BMC Choppers, Chica of Chica Customs, and Paul Cox and Keino of Indian Larry Legacy.
“I’m happy to be a part of this team,” said Big Mike of BMC Choppers. “The high quality marketing and promotion from S&S is incredible…a class act,” continued Big Mike. “We’re all having a great time and seeing the facilities in Viola and La Crosse was great.”
This new Customer Support Center will house the S&S Dealer Training & Certification Facility – a state-of-the-art training facility designed to provide technical training to the world-wide S&S dealer network. S&S Cycle is the only performance after-market manufacturer to offer this valuable service to the V-Twin community.
In addition to the Dealer Training & Certification Facility, this new building will be the official Corporate Headquarters for S&S Cycle. Other departments making their home in this building include Communications, Customer Support (sales & technical staff), and Race.
For more information about S&S Cycle visit
www.sscycle.com.
THIS IS THE MAN CODE… 1. If you are over 30 and you have a washboard stomach, you are gay. It means you haven’t sucked back enough beer with the boys and rather you’ve been sucking-off the boys and have spent the rest of your free time doing sit-ups, aerobics, and doing the Oprah diet.
2. If you have a cat, you are a Flaaaayming fag. A cat is like a dog, but Gay: it grooms itself constantly but never scratches itself, has a delicate touch except when it uses its nails, and whines to be fed. And just think about how you call a dog…”Killer, come here! I said get your ass over here!” Now think about how you call a cat…”Bun-bun, come to daddy, snookums!” Jeeezus, you’re the poster boy for GAY.
3. If you suck on lollipops, Ring-Pops, baby-pacifiers, or any such nonsense, rest assured, you are a Gaylord. A straight man only sucks bar-b-q ribs, crab-claws, raw oysters, craw-fish guts, pickled pigs feet, or titties. Anything else and you are in training to suck El-Dicko and undeniably a fag.
4. If you refuse to take a dump in a public bathroom or piss in a parking lot, you’re in a deep homosexual relationship. A man’s world is his bathroom; he defecates and urinates where he pleases.
5. If you drink decaf coffee with skim milk, you like a high hard one in the poop-chute. Coffee is to be had strong, black (or with thick, wholesome milk) and full-aroma. A pussy-eating man will never be heard ordering a “Decaf Cafe Latte with Skim” and he will never, ever know what artificial sweetener tastes like. If you’ve had NutraSweet in your mouth, you’ve had a dick there too.
6. If you know more than six names of colors or four different types of dessert, you might as well be handing out free passes to your ass. A real man doesn’t have memory space in his brain to remember all of that crap as well as all the names of all the players in the Major league, NHL, NFL,NBA, college ball, PGA, and Nascar. If you can pick out chartreuse or you know what a “fresier” is, you’re gay. And if you can name ANY type of textile other than denim, you are faggadocious!
7. If you drive with both hands on the wheel, forget it…your hungry for meat-popsicle. A man only puts both hands on the wheel to honk at a slow-as driver or to cut the motherfucker off. The rest of the time he needs that hand to change the radio station, eat his hamburger, hold his beer, finger the beotch in the passenger seat (whoever she happens to be), or, if he’s Latino, talk on his cell-phone.
8. If you enjoy romantic comedies or French films, mon-frere, vous sonnez le Gay, oui? The only time it is acceptable to watch one of those is with a woman who knows how to reward her man. Watching any of the above films by yourself or with another man is likely to result in SHC (spontaneous homosexual combustion), which is what happens to fags when they flame out too quickly. So follow the rules and beware…or keep that shit to yourself, you flamming faggot!
–from Joe Lankau
DO YOU HAVE A NEED FOR TUNING EFI EQUIPPED H-DS–Announcing Direct-Link Tuning-Ware: Tune the Factory ECU.Direct-Link is a Windows based software and hardware package that installs on your laptop or PC that gives you full and complete access (all tuning parameters) to all factory ECU’s for Harley-Davidson EFI equipped motorcycles (all production years) Marelli and Delphi including V-Rod
This product is designed for professional tuners only, not end users (riders). Give your EFI customers the best tuning service possible, get the best performance out of your product. Can be used in conjunction with Power Commander or not.
Better and easier to use than Race Tuner
This product runs a tracer in real time.
Reads and displays Engine temperature in real time
Adjust and change Rev-limiter settings
Adjust and change TPS settings
Adjust and trim idle speed
Knock sensor on/off
Unlimited access to Front and rear fuel tables
Unlimited access to Front and rear spark tables
AFR table (Delphi)
3-D Mapping
Excellent for dyno tuning
Written in 5 languages
Click the link below and see our tuning centershttp://www.technoresearch.com/Tuning%20Centers/Tuning-Links.htm
–Michael Colburn
http://http://www.technoresearch.com
925 497 4927 in USA
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