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BIKERNET DOOR PRIZE CONTEST WINNER TESTIMONIAL–Bandit, thanks a million! When you put together a prize package you put it together right. Love the tee shirts, bandanas and wallet. You did a good job with the sizes too. Hubby and I both got prizes so that worked out great. Thanks again and keep up the good work.
–Camela (Camy) White
Nino925 Releases Official Ring for Knockout Motorcycle Co.–
Jun 03, 2009 ? SEAL BEACH, Calif. ? Custom and lifestyle jewelry maker Nino925 today released a new ring design for Master Builder Ralph Randolph of Knockout Motorcycle Co. The ring is emblazoned with Randolph?s signature boxing skeletons and flames, and includes his lucky number 18 on each of the ring.
?My passion is creating designs that appeal to the unique and freedom-loving lifestyle of people like Ralph?s customers and fans,? said Frank Zubieta, designer and owner, Nino925. ?Only 99 signature Knockout Motorcycle Co. rings were created and are available at www.Nino925.com for $150. Nino925.com is constantly updated with new jewelry designs and accessories to help anyone passionate about expressing their individuality achieve that goal at affordable prices.”
Nino925?s line of original pieces can be seen in various magazines and are being worn by celebrity and master builders like Aaron Green, Scott Long, Jerry Burrow, Johnny Goodson, and Ralph Randolph. Randolph is one of Arizona?s top master builders and owns a full service shop that features only top notch Harley Davidson certified mechanics.
?At Knockout Motorcycle Co., attention to detail and customization are what matter most,? said Randolph. ?That?s why I commissioned Frank Zubieta of Nino925 to create the official Knockout Motorcycle Co. ring. Top-notch craftsmanship is the mainstay of Nino925.?
For more information on Nino925, visit www.Nino925.com. For information on purchasing or distributing Nino925 jewelry, please contact info@nino925.com
California Proposes to Enhance Vehicle Scrappage ProgramState to Target Pre-1976 Vehicles —SEMA is opposing a California Air Resources Board (CARB) proposal to spend roughly $30 million annually for an Enhanced Fleet Modernization Program (EFMP) to augment the State’s existing vehicle scrappage program. The proposal would provide incentives statewide for vehicles not currently eligible under the Consumer Assistance Program by removing the existing requirements that vehicles be subject to and fail Smog Check to participate.
CARB is specifically targeting for scrappage pre-1976 vehicles that are not currently required to undergo Smock Check inspections. According to CARB, allowing vehicles that are not currently undergoing registration or that have passed their Smog Check to participate greatly expands the vehicle population that can be retired.
Participants would receive $1,000 per vehicle or $1,500 per vehicle if they meet low-income requirements. The proposal would also establish a pilot voucher program in the South Coast and San Joaquin Valley air basins that targets the highest-emitting vehicles and requires their replacement with newer, cleaner vehicles. The local air districts would work with the Bureau of Automotive Repair (BAR) to determine vehicle eligibility and low-income status. Once approved, the districts would provide the applicant a Letter of Eligibility from BAR and a redeemable voucher. Consumers would retire their vehicle at a participating dismantler, receiving an immediate compensation of $1,000 – $1,500 for vehicle retirement. Consumers could then redeem their voucher at participating car dealerships toward the purchase of a replacement vehicle. CARB is proposing that the voucher compensation be $2,000 or $2,500 per vehicle depending on income level.
CARB will conduct a public hearing to consider adoption of the proposed Enhanced Fleet Modernization Program Regulation (Car Scrap).
DATE: June 25-26, 2009
TIME: 9:00 a.m.
PLACE: California Environmental Protection AgencyAir Resources Board, Byron Sher Auditorium1001 I StreetSacramento, California 95814This item will be considered at a two-day meeting of the Board, which will commence at9:00 a.m., June 25, 2009, and may continue at 8:30 a.m., on June 26, 2009. This itemmay not be considered until June 26, 2009. Comments to the proposal are due June 24. To read the full proposal, go to: http://eshist.bna.com/cgi-bin/eshstate?ca_19346p1
Written comments must be received no later than 12:00 noon, Pacific Standard Time, June 24, 2009, and addressed to the following:
Clerk of the Board, Air Resources Board1001 I StreetSacramento, California 95814
Electronic submittal: http://www.arb.ca.gov/lispub/comm/bclist.phpFax submittal: (916) 322-3928
KIDS AND CHROME A HEART WARMING REASON TO ATTEND THE RALLY IN THE BLACK HILLS–Each year thousands of MOTORCYCLE ENTHUSIASTS descend on the Black Hills of SOUTH DAKOTA for the Sturgis Motorcycle Rally. These bikers are a generous lot. They show up to support benefits for a variety of causes across the country. And, they show up by the hundreds each August to “RALLY FOR A REASON? for Kids & Chrome.
Celebrate with us at this ONE-OF-A-KIND EVENT gathering motorcycle enthusiasts and industry legends under one roof for food, fun and festivities – all while raising support for two vital non-profit organizations in the Black Hills of South Dakota, Children’s Home Society, the “KIDS” in the foundation moniker, and Sturgis Motorcycle Museum, the “CHROME”.
KIDS & CHROME 2009 includes a social with silent auction, exclusive gala dining experience and live auction finale.
We invite you to please join us on WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 5TH, 2009, as we again “Rally for a Reason” at Kids & Chrome’s 5TH ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION.
Mark Ukers 750 Honda FEATURE COMING TO BIKERNETMETRIC– The feature and the lil red head is finally here. Check it out on the Metric side by following the link under the picture.
Josh asks:
from what ive seen from your page it seems that youre a twin guy which is fine. but i was wondering if you have any experiance with inline 4’s? heres the deal i have a 1975 honda 750 four and im just absolutely sick of fiddling with the unreliable and touchy carbs i was wondering if you know of a semi cheap (for a broke ass 18 year old) way of going about fuel injection. i know that i will need a cpu for controlling the amount of fuel going in at certain times and all that but i want to know if i could pick up just a random set of throttle bodys from say a 2000 or newer fuel injected bike around the same size cc as mine and slap it on with one of your cpu’s?
Josh,
I just checked with Metric World Champion, Jim Giuffra of AFT Customs. He is one of the first 500 Honda certified mechanics in the US so he knows the 750 Four inside and out.
The carbs on the bike are very easy to work on but if they have tons of miles, they need to be rebuilt or even replaced. Contact an older Honda mechanic in your area for help. It is easy for them and will not cost much but the carbs work very well and should be virtually maintenance free. There is no replacement fuel injection system out there and they would require much fabrication and would not be cheap. One option is to use a custom intake manifold. There is one on the market that available that is a two into one. It would reduce the four carbs into two, eliminating two of the carbs. That would make it easier to tune and give you less to rebuild. If you want to find this intake manifold, please contact Duane Ballard and ask for help. Duane is a leather seat maker but his friend makes the intakes. Just ask for help and let him know that AFT Customs and Bikernet referred you.
Also, Jim says that your points or your coil could be adding to your problem. He says that Dyna has an electronic ignition for the bikes and coils which make them run very well. Just another something for the bike.
I hope this all helps. If not, please send me another email and I will see about helping out. wacko@bikernetmetric.com
There are now videos online in the blog section. Come hear and see videos from pipe manufacturers to salt flat racers. Also, please send us your videos or share stuff from Youtube with us and the biker world. Please send any and all links and vids to me and I will make sure it gets up. Currently there are videos on a Honda RD 350 at the salts and a couple videos on our newest Metric sponsor, Bassani. Check them out and more at www.bikernetmetricnews.blogspot.com.
–Wacko
BikernetMetric Editor
The Hot Leathers CollectionSaddle Bags– Motorcycle bags are a necessity for every biker. Saddle bags and sissy bar bags vary in pricing significantly, and can cost hundreds of dollars. Hot Leathers has an amazing selection of bags that are high quality, durable, and best of all, priced so everyone can afford them.
Hot Leathers collection of motorcycle bags are a great fit for any bike, at an even greater price. Stop by hotleathers.com to see what’s in-stock and ready to ship today! Many of Hot Leathers saddle bags come with a unique, easy, zip-off feature making traveling a breeze. The zippers are hidden, so only you know how easy it is. When your done with your ride, easily zip off your bags, and use the sturdy handles to bring your bags in to your house, or hotel.
Hot Leathers has a huge selection of sissy bar and travel bags to choose from. These bags will fit tightly to any bike, and will give you tons of room for all your traveling amenities.
Grab one of these two piece sissy bar bags to fit everything you need on your next trip. Travel bags have are necessary for protecting your personal belongings while your away from your bike. Stop by HotLeathers.com today to start shopping for your motorcycle bags.
–J. Ken Conte
Former Roeder Harley-Davidson store gets new life; Easyrider Roadhouse Coming to Sandusky! JUNE 5TH – 14TH, 2009–Sandusky, Ohio ? RoederCycles (formally Roeder Harley-Davidson) to house the Easyrider Roadhouse!
Roeder Harley-Davidson has re-branded itself as RoederCycles of Sandusky, and has brought in one of the biggest names in the motorcycle industry to serve the needs of bikers during Ohio Bike Week. Easyrider Roadhouse is the apparel and accessory line of Easyriders. In addition to the stunning Ohio Bike Week merchandise, they will be providing customers with the highest quality of Easyrider gear.
?Easyriders is proud and excited to be a part of the 2009 Ohio Bike Week Event. We have always had lots of fun and goodtimes at our events in Ohio over the years. We hope everyone will come and enjoy the activities at the Easyrider Roadhouse Saloon inside the Rockin? Horse Entertainment Complex at the Erie County Fairgrounds.? stated by a representative of Easyriders.
RoederCycles will also be the Official Ohio Bike Week Headquarters for all your rally needs. All Access Passes, tickets, licensed merchandise and complete rally information will be available at the 5316 Milan Rd location, www.ohiobikeweek.com or by calling 419-621-0202.
In addition to the opening of RoederCycles, Easyrider Roadhouse Saloon will take the place of the former Broken Spoke Saloon location at the Rockin? Horse Entertainment complex at the Erie County Fairgrounds, 3110 Columbus Ave. You can expect all the excitement of years past with this latest addition to the Ohio Bike Week event.
The Party at the Roadhouse kicks off this Friday, June 5th with the BAS Ohio Bike Week Battle of the Bands. Come cheer on your favorite local band and help them recognize the dream of opening on Saturday, June 6th for the national act band, Candlebox ? who?s admission is a recession proof $5 ! The battle begins at 5:30pm and is followed up by a performance from 9Fire.
HISTORIC BONNEVILLE RACING LEGENDS SUPPORT ANOTHER BONNEVILLE RACING LEGEND– Hope all is well at the interplanetary headquarters in Wilmington. Please give my respect to all.
A few sneak previews for your viewing. Burt Munroe would be proud, better nail the lid down it’s gonna rise god dammit . Needless to say this is the best paint job I have had since the ’60’s, bar none . Chuck Shortt at Rocky Mountain Customs did the paint. Geet, a local pin stripper from Gold Rush Signs handled the finishing touches.
Plans are to haulass ass Friday after the shoot, destination Utah to meet Geet at the Rat Fink Reunion that ends Sat night .
Haulin ass Sunday morning arriving San Jose Monday afternoon .
–Ray
BIKERNET PHOTO ART STUDIO OPEN TO THE PUBLIC– We hadn’t ridden together in quite a while so we took our favorite road south on US13 along the river. We stopped for a cold one at Crazy Shirley’s and it was there he told me he was getting hitched, again. I asked if they were going to have a biker wedding….he said nope, Vegas drive through style.
Make every heartbeat count,
–Whiplash Biker Photog
soffordphotos@comcast.net
BIKER BASICS SERIES FROM WOLFGANG PUBLISHING– Tim was kind enough to send me ten copies of How to Fix American V-Twin Motorcycles by the Shadley Brothers. The first ten guys to e-mail me a jpg photo of their bike with their address will receive a copy for free. Hell, I’ll stuff a Bikernet sticker in each book, and beg Sin Wu to take them to the post offices. Can’t beat that offer. You can also order any of Tim’s many books at any bookstore. See the info below.
Hell, ten readers have already submitted their info and shots of bikes. I can’t even keep a copy for the Bikernet Library.
How to Fix American V-Twin Motorcycles
#4-3083
Author: Shadley Brothers
ISBN: 1-929133-72-3
ISBN -13: 978-1-929133-72-7
SERIES: Biker Basics
$27.95
Ownership of a modern American Motorcycle ? no matter how good it is ? requires certain mechanical skills. This new book from Wolfgang Publications covers all the skills needed to do basic maintenance and repairs on your American motorcycle.
From adjusting the clutch cable to installing brake pads, this book explains in both words and photos how to safely do your own work. Instead of taking the bike back to the dealer or shop where you bought it, roll it into your garage and do it yourself.
When you?re trying to learn something for the first time, there?s nothing like a good photo, or series of photos, that show exactly how the operation is performed. Wolfgang Publications believes that more photos make for better books, and this one is illustrated with over 400 color images.
There is no such thing as a maintenance free motorcycle. Save money and gain satisfaction. Learn how to do your own repairs in your own small shop with this new 144-page book from Wolfgang Publications, order by mail at PO Box 223, Stillwater, MN. By phone at 651-275-0194, or on the web at www.wolfpub.com, priced at $27.95 + $5.50 S&H.
Greenwich Concours d?Elegance:Collectors’ Motorcars and Automobilia– Auction This SundayJune 7, 2009.
Location: Greenwich Concours d’Elegance
100 Arch St.
Greenwich, CT 06830
Viewing:
?Saturday 6th June 2009
?From 10am ? 5pm
Sale:
?Sunday 7th June 2009,
?Automobilia at 10am,
?Motorcars at 12pm
Over 80 Spectacular Classics Entered at The Greenwich Concours Auction Sunday 7 June
www.bonhams.com/greenwich
This two-day Festival of Speed and Style features American classic and exotic cars on Saturday, June 6, and imported cars on Sunday, June 7. Among the special exhibits will be a century of Morgan cars, a 50th Anniversary party for Mini, antique and modern electric cars, classic yachts and vintage motorcycles.
–www.greenwichconcours.com
From the motion picture Great Gatsby starring Robert Redford, Mia Farrow1928 Rolls-Royce 40/50hp Phantom I Ascot Dual Cowl Sport Phaeton Coachwork by Brewster
Estimate: $150,000 – 200,000
The Last 208S bulit 1953 SIATA 208S Barchetta
Estimate: $700,000 – 750,000
1934 Bugatti Type 57 Stelvio Drophead Coupe
Estimate: $400,000 – 500,000
Rupert Banner
+1 (212) 461 6515
+1 (212) 644 9007 fax
Mark Osborne
+1 (415) 391 4000
+1 (415) 391 4040 fax
usacars@bonhams.com
To purchase a catalog please call: (800) 223 2854 ext. 3550 (from outside the US please call: 1 415 861 7500) or send an email with your full contact details to info.us@bonhams.com
FIRST BIKERNET READER TO WIN FREE COPY OF HOW TO FIX AMERICAN V-TWIN MOTORCYCLES– I want one of those free copies of “How to Fix American V-Twin Motorcycles”.
I have attached the JPEG of my scooter.1993 FLSTC (Bobbed – with more modifications planned.)
–Ricky Powell
Oklahoma
MUCH LIKE THE AUTO INDUSTRY, HARLEY-DAVIDSON IS CLOSING MARKETS THAT AREN’T CRITICAL DURING ECONOMIC DOWNTURN–Well news came in Tues that H-D is NOT going to re-open our market in Auburn, California. We took our building back yesterday and Carlo & I have decided to open an aftermarket/custom shop. As Carlo says “Back to the future!!”
Our new name will be C&E Auburn V Twin.Used bike sales, service and anything in between.
We are still working the details out & don’t have much more to go right now.By next week H-D should have everything out of the bldg., and we can then get started on our plans.We are hoping that in the future H-D will change there mind & see the value in us.But time waits for no one & we must move on….
–Emma
DRINKING JACK DANIELS INCREASES DURING BAD ECONOMY–I know you mention drinking a little Jack Daniels once in a while. Well…a couple of old friends from the past came to visit me for three days of fishing, eating and partying. We are all Caterpillar retirees now but used to like a little “Uncle Jack” once in a while. I know I helped but these guys drink all my JD, even the stash I had in small bottles and flasks. One of my friends thought he should take a picture to commemorate our visit.
–John U.
Peoria IL
TWO FOR ONE CUSTOM MOTORCYCLE–Bam-Ink, The other motorcycle Guy.
More audio and video at Bikernet Studio.
–Jeff Najar
AMA eGrandPrix Introduction: American debut of electric racebikes mixes the future with the past at 2009 AMA Vintage Motorcycle Days–The American Motorcyclist Association (AMA) is pleased to announce that enthusiasts attending AMA Vintage Motorcycle Days, America’s grandest celebration of motorcycle heritage, will get the first glimpse into motorcycling’s future this July 24-26 at the Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course in Lexington, Ohio, with a special presentation of the AMA eGrandPrix Introduction.
Showcasing the cutting-edge technology of electric road-race motorcycles alongside the grandeur of the country’s premier gathering of vintage motorcycle enthusiasts, the AMA eGrandPrix Introduction will feature new-breed zero-emission racebikes circulating at speed on the sinuous 2.4-mile Mid-Ohio track. The electric bikes will perform spirited exhibition laps during breaks in the vintage road-race program that will run as part of the AMA Racing Vintage Grand Championships. The Introduction marks the first international gathering of high-tech electric road-race bikes in the U.S. in the 21st century.
“AMA Vintage Motorcycle Days is all about celebrating motorcycling’s gloried past,” said AMA President and CEO Rob Dingman. “Yet, as the AMA celebrates its 85 years of two-wheeled history, we thought it only fitting to also offer a glimpse into what the next 85 years of motorcycling may bring. The AMA eGrand Prix Introduction showcases the sharpened point of the latest cutting-edge technology, and we’re excited for fans to see the future up close and personal.”
The AMA eGrandPrix Introduction will showcase a number of teams, racers and machines taking part in the inaugural TTXGP eGrandPrix race on the Isle of Man in June. The bikes are sleek, all-electric machines with performance on par with many of today’s internal-combustion racebikes.
Azhar Hussain, founder of the eGrandPrix, said from his office in England: “The world’s first eGrandPrix will launch clean-emission motorcycle racing onto a global platform and demonstrate to the world that clean technologies have matured. AMA Vintage Motorcycle Days provides us with a fantastic opportunity to take our message directly to the United States, a nation with a passion for motorcycling.”
Mission Motors is one team participating in the TTXGP that has agreed to take part in the AMA eGrandPrix Introduction.
Jeremy Cleland, team leader at Mission Motors said: “This is fantastic news and represents a great opportunity for the American public to experience zero-carbon motorcycle racing up close. I believe this event will be the perfect first pit stop for the TTXGP roadshow as it embarks on its global journey.”
He added: “The U.S. right now is a hotbed of advancement in electric motorcycle technology with a number of companies, including ourselves, already taking innovation in this area to the next level.”
Mission Motors, based in San Francisco, is the developer of the Mission One, which the company claims to be the fastest production electric bike. Mission Motors was founded by Forrest North, who first dreamed of building an electric motorcycle when leading the Solar Car Team at Stanford University. The dream stayed with him, even as he joined Tesla Motors to help engineer the company’s cutting-edge battery pack. Mission Motors’ mission is to build an electric motorcycle that can finally compete with gasoline-powered machines.
About AMA Vintage Motorcycle Days
AMA Vintage Motorcycle Days includes vintage racing, North America’s largest motorcycle swap meet, bike shows, demo rides of current production bikes, motorcycling seminars, stunt shows, the new product Manufacturers’ Midway and club corrals featuring marque and regional clubs. The Marque of the Year for 2009 is BSA, whose bikes became synonymous with racing in the United States when the brand swept the top five positions at the Daytona 200 in 1954. The Classic Clubs this year will be the Sandcast Only Owner’s Club (SOOC), and the International CBX Owners Association.
This year will be particularly special because it commemorates the 85th anniversary of the AMA, and will feature a parade of classic motorcycles representing the past 85 years. Volunteers are encouraged to contact the Museum for information about participating in the parade via MotorcycleMuseum.org.
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