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Hey,
It’s a day of progress. Franky will get his Tattoo Dyna ready for a trip to Bennett’s Performance on Saturday.
He worked out a Tattoo Deal to get his FXR rear belt replaced. The lastest Horse magazine arrived in the mail yesterday. We heard they were in trouble, but up pops a new issue.
Parts arrived for my strange Panhead project from J&P Cycle and Franky delivered them to Bob Bennett for the rebuild.
The master painter Deny is almost finished with the ’64, ’69, and ’79 Panhead paint job. What the hell?
We have high hopes for the Easyriders pending deal. It came after the auction deal didn’t work, but this deal was initiated by the auction, so maybe the auction didn’t fail. “Still working on it,” said Joe Teresi, the publisher this morning. “No news!”
Our mural is scrambling along. I have a meeting regarding my VA benefits on Friday. I did three tours in Vietnam on the first fleet flag ship. I came back unaware of the physical impact.
I’m still trying to find the perfect Pickup for Bikernet. I’m looking for around a 2012 Ford F150 with an extended cab and long bed. I’m going to drive it to Kugal Customs for a couple of mods, then doctor it with Bikernet bling and drive away.
Let’s hit the news:
The Bikernet Weekly News is sponsored in part by companies who also dig Freedom including: Cycle Source Magazine, the MRF, Las Vegas Bikefest, Iron Trader News, ChopperTown and BorntoRide.com, Sturgis Museum.
LAS VEGAS BIKEFEST ACTION REPORT–
This is not your typical Poker Run….
It’s a HUGE Party and every one is invited!!
Friday, October 6
Registration: Golden Nugget
1st Card: No Regrets Bar
2nd Card: Sin City Indian Motorcycle
3rd & 4th Cards: Pioneer Saloon
Final Card: Red Rock Harley-Davidson
$1,000 for Best Hand/$250 for Worst Hand
Not riding or unable to do the Poker Run? We want you to still join us from 11am-2pm at the Pioneer Saloon. Live Music, Biker Bingo, Shopping Spree Giveaway*, Food, Drinks and tons of fun. There will be shuttles at Rally Central to bring you to and from the Pioneer Saloon.
*Must be registered to be eligible to win.
Saturday Poker Run*
Registration: Golden Nugget
1st Card: Colorado River Overlook
2nd Card: Eldorado Canyon
3rd Card: Hoover Dam Lodge
4th Card: Henderson Harley-Davidson
Final Card: Rally Central
$4,000 Best Hand/$500 Worst Hand
*Must be registered with an Ultimate or VIP Pass
BIKERNET TRIKES ROADTESTS THE NEW POLARIS SLINGSHOT– First Drive — 2018 Polaris Slingshot
How much fun can one have on three wheels? We found the answer with Polaris’ new 2018 line of road-hugging screamers.
Admittedly, this contraption looks more like a car or an autocycle than a motorcycle or even a trike. In the eyes of the law in the US, it actually is a motorcycle, and that’s why we’ll see us driving it on the streets wearing a helmet (we drove it in California).
Anyway let’s get hit the ‘Go’ switch on the 2018 Polaris Slingshot line of open-air cockpit roadsters. Whether you think it’s a car or not, it looks like it could be fun…
Link: http://trikes.bikernet.com/pages/First_Drive__2018_Polaris_Slingshot.aspx
–Ben Lamboeuf
Advertising Sales Director
Bikernet.com
818-268-3789
NEWS FROM THE KINGDOM OF CHOPPERTOWN–We’re pleased to say that your Dice Digital Issue 75 is ready. Thanks for supporting Dice and Choppertown and subscribe quick.
Have a great week and enjoy! Stay independent.
–Zack, Scott, Dean, and Matt (forever)
WORDS FROM THE BASE OF THE MOUNTAIN— Buddha was asked, “What have you gained from meditation?”
He replied, “Nothing! However here’s what I lost: Anger, Anxiety, Depression, Insecurity, fear of Old age and death.”
–Buddha
UM Motorcycles launch Commando Classic and Mojave in India– In May 2017 Bikernet.com broke the news of smaller player UM Motorcycles of USA launching an All-India scale dealership with their two models. They are in the prime segment where budget of the buyer, pricing, goodies offered and style quotient all meet to decide if the biker buys an Enfield or a Bajaj Avenger or the new player UM Motorcycles of USA.
https://www.bikernet.com/pages/UM_Motorcycles_USA_comes_to_India.aspx
UM Motorcycles has increased the size of their line-up in India from two to four by launching the Commando Classic and Commando Mojave in India, at a price of Rs 1.89 lakh (ex-showroom, New Delhi) and Rs 1.80 lakh (ex-showroom, New Delhi), respectively.
Both the new motorcycles sport the same 280cc engine that is present on the first two models they launched in India, the Renegade Commando and Renegade Sport S. It is capable of producing 24.80hp at 8,500rpm and peak torque of 23Nm at 7,000rpm.
The Commando Classic has typical cruiser styling while the Commando Mojave has a more rugged appearance, due to minimal bodywork and matte paint.
All the motorcycles made by UM Motorcycles are typically pitted against Royal Enfield machines. They even have a more advanced engine than RE but the cult following of RE in India will be hard for UM Motorcycles to crack.
Harley-Davidson, Triumph, Indian, Ducati are marked under Premium Segment where the motorcycles cost as much as a sedan car from Mercedes, BMW or Audi.
Royal Enfield launched its distribution center in Brazil to expand into Latin America market. Looks like the Latinos are fighting back with UM of USA targeting the largest two-wheeler market that exists only in India. Competition is heating up in the East. I ask sincerely, where are the Japanese brands? Japanese bikes are fast losing ground in India.
–Ujjwal Dey
Bikernet Trike Grand Marshall and
Editor www.BikernetTrikes.com
BILL DODGE TO DANCE WITH LORETTA LYNN– Bill Dodge’s “BC Moto Invitational” to feature hand-crafted motorcycle builders during the Tennessee Motorcycles & Music Revival
The Tennessee Motorcycles and Music Revival, a 4 day event celebrating all things “Motorcycles and Music” at the historic Loretta Lynn Ranch announces Bill Dodge’s “BC Moto Invitational”, a custom motorcycle show featuring hand selected craftsmen and women displaying some of the country’s best custom motorcycles.
Bill Dodge himself has chosen what he calls a “top section” of some of the most talented custom motorcycle builders in the country to display their talents during the event. Bill knows a thing or two about quality craftsmanship, a full time custom motorcycle builder since 1990, Bill not only builds impressive bikes to look at, but also he builds bikes that are to be ridden, ridden hard. In other words, it is an honor for these builders to be hand selected by Bill Dodge.
“This is great honor for me, to be able to invite builders that I’ve admired for years, and some builders I feel are the ones to watch.” States Bill Dodge
Guests will have the opportunity to not only see these custom motorcycles up close, but also to talk with each builder during the 4-day event. The hand-selected list of builders includes; Anthony Marinaro, Ben Jordan, Bob Wells, Bobby Middelton, Brad Barnes, Brian Elliot, Bryan Lane, Carsten Fritzen, Chris Avellino, Chris Wade, Dan Carr, Eric Allard, Eric Stein, Jeff Wright, Jeff Cochran, Jeremy Cupp, Johnny Humphrey, Kevin Bean’re, Mitch “Maggo” Bodine, Roadside Marty, Matt Harris, Micahel Lewis, Pat Patterson, Paul Wideman, Rhett Holley, Rich Phillips, Rich Ryan, Rod Davis, Rusty Nash, Steve Pieffer, Steve Broyles, Wade Harlan, Will Ramsey, Zach Johnson, Craig Rodsmith and Christian Sosa.
The Tennessee Motorcycles and Music Revival event will host motorcycle riders of all makes, models and years at one of the most storied and beautiful ranches in the great state of Tennessee, the Loretta Lynn Ranch, September 28- October 1. The event will feature more than 25 bands, including headliners John Anderson, A Thousand Horses and The Kentucky Headhunters.
Also the event offers a variety of entertainment including Steve Trevino, Netflix comedy star, hooligan style racing with the mayor of fun himself, Bean’re, Hogway Speedway racing pigs, Rhett Rhotten’s Wall of Death, Nashville food trucks, Southern Bucks mechanical bull, premium and primitive camping sites, vendors and plenty of riding on some of the most beautiful roads in America.
All makes and models of motorcycles are welcome at Tennessee Motorcycles and Music Revival.
It is important to note that Loretta Lynn’s Tennessee Motorcycles and Music Revival is not associated in any way with any other previous events in the area.
Loretta Lynn and family have hosted the American Motorcyclist Association (AMA) Rocky Mountain ATV/MC AMA Amateur National Motocross Championship for nearly 40 years and decided to host their own event to cater to the motorcycle-riding community at large. This special event benefits from the gracious hospitality of Country Music Legend, Loretta Lynn.
“We’ve been having motorcycles here forever with the AMA, and all year long thousands of people riding in to camp at the Ranch. This is what we do here, and I’m so excited for this new one to happen.” shared Loretta Lynn.
Ride-in campers will enjoy a stunning location along Hurricane Creek with easy access to the event hub, concert stage, vendors, entertainment, food court and bars. Tow vehicles, motor coaches, small and larger RV’s will all have a variety of options available. Weekend passes, daily passes and a limited number of VIP passes will be offered.
“The goal of this event is to feature music representative of the incredible musicians, song-writers and performers of the area and to fulfill what many motorcycle enthusiasts have been asking for – a destination event in a unique location that celebrates the rhythm of a great road trip,” says event spokesperson and family member, Tayla Lynn. “While motorcyclists know what it takes to have a good ride, adding a great destination can make for the perfect trip. Ride the rolling hills of Tennessee, visit the area’s unique attractions, and come back to Loretta’s Ranch for fun and great music, custom motorcycles, and racing fun with fellow riders.”
Also very important to note is Tennessee Motorcycles and Music Revival will support a variety of military organizations, including Mission 22 and Flags 4 Vets.
More detailed information including band and musician schedules, Loretta’s Mission 22 Charity Ride and plenty more can be found at www.motorcyclesandmusic.com
IRMA HURRICANE UPDATE FROM CRUISING OUTPOST– This photo by Ulla Gotfredsen shows the devastation in the BVI’s (Tortola) from Hurricane Irma, expected to start up the East Coast of Florida on Sunday.
Link to Weather Underground
Report from our Weather Guru, Lee Chesneau
35 year Senior Weather Analyst for NOAA, 20 years as the U.S. Navy Senior Forecaster. “As of 9 PM Wednesday evening, powerful Hurricane IRMA will maintain its severe intensity and will not change much; perhaps a slight decrease in core winds as the storm center will interface the north coast of the Dominican Republic and Cuba on Thursday & Friday.
However, it will still be an EXTREME Hurricane! The storm’s track is in a stable WNW steering current and will remains so for the next 24-hours. After that, look for IRMA to slow down and begin a turn to a more NW to northerly track. The threat of direct hurricane impacts in Florida over the weekend and early next week has significantly increased!!
–Bob Bitchin
Supreme Commander and Publisher
Cruising Outpost
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TRAILBLAZERS NEWS- TOO DARNED HOT!
AFT FLAT TRACK HALF MILE FINAL
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 7th
The American Flat Track Round 18 is the last national of the season. It will be held at the Perris Auto Speedway on the last weekend of the Southern California Fair..The Fair is actually promoting the event, but they are getting plenty of help from Chris Agajanian and his crew. The race will be a salute to Ascot with Sammy Tanner as the Grand Marshall. Skip Van Leeuwen will also be honored and remembered.
Chris would like to display some motorcycles that raced at Ascot next to his Ascot trailer. There will also be introductions of legends and autograph signing at intermission. If you are a legend & are going to attend the event, please contact Chris at chris@ascotmotorsports.com or (310) 560 9898.
Tickets are priced very reasonably and you can save even more money by purchasing in advance. At the gate, fair admission is $8.00 parking, Free parking for motorcycles. Adult $10., Senior $8., The admission to the races is general admission $5. or reserved $20.00. Practice starts at 2pm, racing starts at 6:30pm. Autograph and open paddock are from 4:30 to 5:00.
GET THERE EARLY AND ENJOY THE FAIR.
You can get information, plus a map and directions at southerncaliforniafair.com For more info (951)6574221 info@socalfair.com
FRIDAY NIGHT BEFORE THE AFT FINAL
SHORT TRACK RACING AT PERRIS RACEWAY
Enjoy two days of great racing. The SoCAl Flat Track Association (SCFTA) will kick off the weekend on Friday night, October 6 with a short track. The meet attracts riders from the pro circuit who will be racing at Perris Auto Speedway on Saturday. Gates open at 12:30, practice 3:30 and races at 5:00. Camping is not allowed, but you can park overnight on Friday. The tracks are about 15 miles apart.
ELSINORE GRAND PRIX REMINDER
The event will be held on November 10-12 and is returning to a route through the city streets. It started in the 1960s and was featured in “On Any Sunday” in 1971. The city is soliciting vendors to be located at three points along the route during the event. Contact Melissa Houtz at mhoutz@lake-elsinore.org for more info.
HARDY ALLEN R.I.P.
1932 – 2017
Hardy Allen passed away on Monday, August 21. Most of us remember him from Ascot, as tuner for Al Gunter and others, but his skills with a wrench were known, respected and appreciated in many motor sports around the world. In the 50s and 60s he was Crew Chief for Dan Gurney’s All American Racers and for A.J. Foyt Ent. and familiar face on Gasoline Alley at Indy.
It all started with a Soap Box Derby car, which he built and raced. Hardy also raced cars & motorcycles. He was everyone’s best friend. He was kind, considerate and full of good humor. We grieve for this very special man. Count yourself privileged if you knew him.
He is interred at the VA Cemetery in Phoenix. Cards can be sent to his family at: 12111 Wilsey Way, Poway, CA 92064-2805. There are photos and more information at www.welsmann.net/rip-hardy-allen
MONTY DARLING SAYS THANKS
Monty has been out of commission since a fall a few months ago. He is now home from the hospital and using a walker. He really appreciates all the cards.he has received. He hasn’t been able to negotiate the stairs to reach his computer.
If you want to drop him another card, his address is: 4451 N. Huntercrest, Coeur D’Alene, Idaho 83815-9673 Cell (208) 659 7707, home (208) 765 3820
GLENN PIERCE ON THE MEND
Glen had a bad month. They removed a small cancer from his ear and he had a small stroke on his left side. He is in therapy and using a walker. The prognosis is good. Hope you are up and running on all cylinders soon Glenn..
OH NO!
Does it have enough gas to get out of the garage.
DISTINGUISHED GENTLEMAN’S RIDE
Sunday, September 24th
This really unique annual fundraiser for men’s issues (prostate cancer and mental health issues) is open to both men and women. Dress in your most dashing, distinguished, dapper attire, lots of tweed, bow ties, tuxedos, etc., etc. and mount your vintage motorcycle. Join the thousands around the world who are participating in their area. The Los Angeles ride had over 1000 riders last year. https://www.gentlemansride.com
STILL LOOKING FOR AUCTION ITEMS
BENEFITS PEDIATRIC BRAIN TUMOR FOUNDATION
The auction will take place on Thursday, September 21st from 6 to 7pm at the Columbus Ohio AIMExpo. They are looking for unique items, such as the bent exhaust from Kenny Roberts. It must have a good story. Contact Larry Little at little@mic.org or Sara (6i19) 964 3141.
ENDUROCROSS COMING TO RENO
TRAINING CLASS SCHEDULED
The next AMA EnduroCross Championship will be in Reno, Nevada on Saturday, September 23. Destry Abbott, multi-time off-road motorcycle champion will host a two hour EnduroCross training session on Friday, September 22 from 6pm to 8pm. The hands-on class will have several top pro riders assisting Destry. It is open to all riders (even those not competing at the Reno event). $100. entry fee.
https://secure.tracksideprereg.com/endurocross/index.asp?event=55&l=0
LORD MARCH COMING TO THE PETERSEN
You are invited to the 23rd Annual GALA at the Petersen Automotive Museum on October 14, 2017. For tickets contact www.petersen.org or (323) 930 2277. The guest of honor will be Lord March. Who is Lord March you say?
Well he is no less than the Founder of the Goodwood Festival of Speed and the Goodwood Revival. He is credited with bringing vintage motor sports back into the lime light. Both events are some of the most exciting and creative motor sport events in the world!
In fact the 3 day Revival is coming up next week, from September 8th to 10th. Not too late to fly to England , but check to make sure it isn’t sold out. Get on the list for next year. You will need time to assemble your costume.
The dress code is from 1948 to 1966, to celebrate the original era of racing at Goodwood. Dress up is not compulsory, but you can’t enter the paddocks without looking the part. Goodwood is a fantastic estate owned by Lord March with a road race track large enough to have a landing strip in the center. It is a must see, must do.
Meanwhile, check out the Gala and rub elbows with his Lordship.
www.goodwoodrevival.com
RACING HISTORY BY LARRY LAWRENCE
Larry does a great job of recording motorcycle history in Cycle News online magazine. Check out the Archives for a very interesting story of a real legend, Tom Sifton (Issue 23). and “The Motocross Grand Slam” extolling the merits of Bob Hannah and Ricky Carmichael among other extraordinary racers. www.cyclenews.com and it is FREE.
50 YEARS AGO IN CYCLE NEWS
Jim Nicholson on cover after winning his first expert main at Ascot, Shorty Seabourne 2nd and Dan Haaby 3rd. Sammy Tanner won the Trophy dash. J. N. Roberts won Deadman’s Point desert race. D-37 hosted Bay Mare Races in Simi Valley, scrambles racers versus desert racers in a two day fun filled showdown. Gary Nixon won Santa Fe Park Short Track National in Illinois.
40 YEARS AGO
Broc Glover won his first AMA 125cc National MX Championship. Steve Eklund won the Santa Fe Mile. Bob Hannah won a double moto victory at the 5th round of the 500cc National MX Series in Dallas, Georgia. Mike Bell won the 125cc support class. Kenny Roberts had a run away win at Pocono Raceway. His 24th GNC career win.
30 YEARS AGO
The FIM 125cc MX World Championship was at Steel City Raceway in Delmont Pennsylvania. Erik Kehoe won. Bubba Shobert won the Peoria TT. Bubba set a new time record, formerly held by Ricky Graham. Steve Morehead won Hamburg Half Mile in New York.
Rick Johnson and Donny Schmit won final round for the AMA 500/125cc National MX Series at Spring Creek, Minn. Micky Dymond won 125cc title, Rick Johnson had already clinched the 500cc championship. Steve Chilress and Jeff Matiasevich big winners at Loretta Lynn’s.
OLD SCHOOL SCRAMBLES AT THE GLEN IN DECEMBER
Old School is presenting another TT Scrambles at Glen Helen on a Gary Jones designed track. On Friday, December 1st the gates are open from 3pm to 9pm for early arrivals & over night camping. Saturday, December 2nd is practice and over night camping with gates open from 7am to 8pm. And Sunday, December 3rd is race time.
Gates open at 6am, practice at 9am and then racing. Find out more at http://www.oldschoolscramblesracing.com or questions@OldSchoolScramblesRacing.com info@oldschoolscramblesracing.com
MID-STATE MOTO MANIA
FT RACES & VINTAGE BIKE SHOW
Mid-State Moto Mania takes place on Saturday, September 9th at the Paso Robles Event Center, home of the California Mid-State Fair. It is an all day event with Pro and Amateur riders, food, drink, live band and of course the Vintage Motorcycle Show.including race bikes, dirt bikes and custom street. www.midstatemotomania
SCFTA AT PERRIS RACEWAY
Saturday, September 9th is this coming Saturday. Gates opening at 12:30, practice 3:30 and racing at 5:00. The next practice is on Friday, September 29. http://www.southerncaliforniaflattrack.com, socalflattrack@aol.com, (951) 443 7622
BSA OWNERS CLUB SO CAL RIDES
Saturday, September 9 BSAOCSC British Singles Ride, Geyserville (707) 894 805
Sunday, September 10 is the BSAOCSC Big Bear Dual Sport Ride. Meet at Big Ber Airport parking lot. Vintage British motorcycles only, with street registration and spark arrestors. (310) 292 8997 or (760) 365 9191
Thursday – Sunday, September 21 – 24. California BSA Club’s “North/South” Rally in San Luis Obispo. Rally Headquarters Rose Garden Inn (805 544 5300. (BSA Club) Make dinner reservations now with Don Danmeier (415) 898 0330 or dwdsms@novato.net. For more info contact Don or Barbara Barrett at (661) 703 9249
Sunday, October 1 Mt. Baldy Street Ride. Meet at Buchanan’s Spoke and Rim, 805 W. 8th St., Azusa, CA at 9:30am, ride at 10:30am. (951) 440 3521 or (310) 398 6406
SPEEDWAY RACING
INDUSTRY SPEEDWAY
The last race of the season in on October 14. It is the Under 21 National Championship and Sidecar Championship.
www.industryracing.com (626) 393 3876 or kelly@industryracing.com
FAST FRIDAYS IN AUBURN
September 8 is the Southwest Championship and the Gold Country Fair
September 16 (Sat) AMA National Semi Final
September 23 (Sat) 16 of the Best
October 7 (Sat) USA vs World
(530) 878 7223 www.fastfridays.com & Facebook
COSTA MESA SPEEDWAY (Saturday)
September 23 John Matherson Cup/Speedway, Sidecars/Juniors
September 30
49th U.S. National Speedway Championship/ Juniors
October 7
Harley Night Finals/ Sidecar National
www.costamesaspeedway.net (949) 492 9933
RACING AT VENTURA FAIRGROUNDS
Saturday, September 30th Flat Track /Speedway / Quads (805) 648 7223 www.venturaraceway.com
SOCAL OLD TIMERS MX (SOCALOTMX.ORG)
Next race on Sunday, September 24 at Perris Raceway. Beginners to Masters. Over 40 to join. Your racers are also welcome. Family friendly.
AMA DUAL SPORT SERIES
Saturday, September 23 at Buck Meadows, California. Put on by www.familyoffroadadventures.com
GLEN HELEN SCHEDULE
September
Sat. 9th WORCS
Sun. 10th WORCS
Fri. 15th Lucas Off Road
Sat. 16th Lucas Off Road
Sun. 17th Yamaha Fall Series #2
Sat. 23rd REM MX/ MX Practice
Sun. 24th SRA GP
Sat. 30th REM MX/ MX Practice / Lucas Off Regional Off-Road
www.glenhelen.com (909) 880 3090
EDDIE MULDER’S VINTAGE RACING AT
WILLOW SPRINGS
The Willow Springs 3/8 Mile track will have some mighty fine racing on Saturday, September 30th and Sunday, October 1st. eddiemulderswcdts.com
AMA HALL OF FAME INDUCTION CEREMONY
FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 22 IN COLUMBUS OHIO
Your are invited to the induction ceremony and the weekend festivities which include the AIMEXpo, and a Bike Night at the AMA Motorcycle Hall of Fame Museum on September 23rd. Contact the AMA for price and info. (614) 856 1900. or www.americanmotorcyclist.com The inductees for 2017 are:
Donnie Emler Sr., Eddie Lojak Sr., Bob Moore, Peter Starr and John Ulrich.
Bill Werner is being honored as the 2017 AMA Motorcycle Hall of Fame Legend. He was inducted into the AMA HOF in 2000. Bill is the most successful tuner and bike builder in AMA Grand National Championship history.
Congrats to all!!!
SOCAL NORTON RIDE
This was billed as the best 3-day event of the Norton Club calendar of events. They gather in Mariposa on Friday afternoon, leave on Saturday morning for Bridgeport, and back to Mariposa by Sunday afternoon. The Miner’s Inn in Mariposa is the club headquarters for Friday night and the Walker River Lodge in Bridgeport for Saturday morning at the Miner’s Inn Parking lot located at 5181 Hwy 49 in Mariposa. Ride departs at 9am Sharp. Ride maps will be posted soon. Please check out their website before departing. www.socalnorton.com
TT AT LODI
Saturday, September 16 round 13
Saturday, September 23 round 14
2017 D37 BIG 6 GRAND PRIX
Round 6 in Ridgecrest Saturday, September 30 to Sunday, October 1st.
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SADDLEMEN HELPING FRANKY WITH A COOL DYNA SEAT— Hang on as we bring you the next report of Franky’s Dyna Build and Buster, at Saddlemen, is working on a new seat for the Dyna.
CANTINA GIRL OF BIKERNET NOMINATION— David Campbell has a line on a Redhead to die for in Oklahoma, and then Markus suggested the wonderful Imogen from the Great Frog Jewelry collection in Los Angeles and London.
“Sept. Girl? Oct. Girl? My nomination for the next tattooed babe spread,” said Markus, “ Imogen.” Just dug up and processed fresh tattoo shoot.”
The Cantina Editorial board has been working on a decision for a week.
–Bandit
THE WORLDS FIRST CHOPPER MUSEUM, STURGIS, SD– Finally got done
The Sugar Bear Chopper Museum was founded in order to preserve the legacy of the custom chopper motorcycle. Our goal is to gather, educate, and celebrate these machines and those who have dedicated their lives to creating them.
http://sugarbearchoppermuseum.org/
–Sugar Bear
NEW – S&S 100Hp Cam For Milwaukee Eight Engines– S&S Cycle has specialized in making power for close to six decades and that focus has been applied to each new generation of H-D engines.
The Milwaukee-Eight is no different and after months of R&D, dyno and ride time we are proud to launch a new collection of pure performance parts.
The S&S 475 cam hits the magical 100Hp at the wheel, mark and is available in gear or chain drive. Combined with performance intake and exhaust, that’s a 32% increase in power! To make the job easier we are also offering our proven Quickee Pushrods allowing for a cam install that does not require the top end be disturbed.
For even bigger power, check out our 550 grind cam and heavy duty valve springs for the 114″ touring and Softail models
Click here for more information! https://www.sscycle.com/feature/m8-valve-train
–David Zemla
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QUICK, OPEN THE BIKERNET BAD JOKE LIBRARY– At the beginning of my shift I placed a stethoscope on an elderly and slightly deaf female patient’s anterior chest wall. ‘Big breaths,’. . . I instructed.
‘Yes, they used to be,’. . . replied the patient.
Submitted by Dr. Richard Byrnes, Seattle , WA
–from Rogue and Sidehack Jerry
FLORIDA GUN NUT REPORT– Gov. Scott signs Florida emergency concealed carry bill
Florida Gov. Rick Scott (R) made it law Thursday to allow for unlicensed concealed carry during periods of mandatory evacuations.
(Photo: Tampa Bay Sun)
It will now be legal for gun owners in the Sunshine State to temporarily carry concealed handguns without a permit during periods when the sun isn’t shining so bright.
Now law is a measure to allow law-abiding citizens without concealed carry licenses to bear arms during declared mandatory evacuations. A reboot of a failed 2014 bill that was killed in last minute political maneuvering, this session’s effort had an easier go of it after police lobby groups embraced the proposal. It passed the Republican-controlled Senate in an easy 29-10 vote while the House last month approved it by a 86-26 margin.
“As Hurricane Season approaches it’s critical that our rights are protected during natural disasters,” advised Sen. Jeff Brandes, R-Petersburg, in a statement. “With the signing of SB 290, all lawful gun owners will be permitted to carry a concealed weapon if they are complying with a mandatory evacuation during a state of emergency. I’m proud to have sponsored this bipartisan bill ensuring that we have the right to protect our families during these sometimes chaotic times.”
Brandes bill, SB 290, creates an exception to Florida’s prohibition against concealed carry of a weapon without a permit by allowing adults not otherwise prohibited from possessing a firearm to temporally do so while evacuating. The law allows for a 48-hour window that this would be allowed after the evacuation has been ordered. However, the governor can authorize an extension as needed.
Such evacuation orders occur frequently in the state, most often associated with hurricane threats. Florida, with hundreds of miles of coastline in the North Atlantic and Gulf of Mexico, is prone to severe hurricanes. Since 2000, no less than 63 tropical or subtropical cyclones have affected Florida, more than any other state.
Second Amendment advocates in the state refer to the new law as true common-sense gun legislation.
“This bill is a no-brainer, particularly in Florida with our hurricane exposure,” Marion Hammer, president of the Unified Sportsmen of Florida and past president of the National Rifle Association, told Guns.com Thursday. “When you’re ordered to evacuate — to take your kids, your dog and valuables and flee — the last thing you should leave behind is your gun.”
People have a responsibility to defend themselves and their family, “so taking firearms with you is not only your right, it is your responsibly,” said Hammer.
The law was effective Thursday at signing while the Atlantic hurricane season begins June 1.
by Chris Eger
MSN
ANTIQUE MOTORCYCLE CLUB OF AMERICA NEWS– In the September/October 2017 issue of the Antique Motorcycle, you’ll discover:
The story of two unearthed Harley Knuckleheads hidden on a farm.
The history of early Harley racing in the Netherlands.
1914 BSA Model H
And much more!
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HEALTH ALERTS FROM THE WEEK MAGAZINE— A new German study found lots of bacteria in household sponges. You should shit-can your kitchen sponge every week. It’s too warm and wet in that puppy and even shoving it into the microwave oven once in awhile won’t do the trick.
Next, Covering large areas of the body with tattoos may restrict how people sweat, reports the New York Times. The tattooed skin, they found during a test, produced nearly half as much sweat as the unmarked skin—and nearly twice as much salt. The age of the tat has no bearing. It just means you’ll be more sweaty in other areas.
I love the new Rewaco line. I bought the first Rewaco trike sold in the United States, and I still have it. It is now 17 years old, and I think I want to upgrade.
–Valgene Eldridge
valgenee@aol.com
Sandston, Virginia
BIKER WINE– This Wine Brand Wants Hardcore Bikers Drinking its Rosé
After a long day on the Black Hills Run on the back of a Harley at one of the most popular motorcycle rallies in the country, bikers historically favored a beer or a stiff drink.
Now, rosé wants its turn.
For the first time in nearly 80 years, the Sturgis Motorcycle Rally, which draws half a million guests each year to the small South Dakota city, has a wine brand as a sponsor.
Josh Cellars will be hosting 10 tasting events over the 10-day rally, which began Aug. 4, to promote its new $14.99 rosé. It will also document the bikers’ reactions on its Facebook and Instagram pages.
Josh Cellars parent Deutsch Family Wine & Spirits is working with North Carolina-based agency French West Vaughan to produce the videos and other content, but would not comment on the financial terms of the sponsorship.
Some of the rally’s other sponsors include Budweiser, Jack Daniel’s and Ole Smoky Tennessee Moonshine.
Bikers may seem like an unlikely market for a drink most associated with seersucker and boat shoes. But Deutsch Chief Marketing Officer Renato Reyes said the wine industry has long known bikers are a good bet.
“We’ve always looked at motorcycle enthusiasts as a pretty affluent consumer — we’ve always known that they drink wine,” Reyes said. He added that while in the past rosé had a girly stereotype, he believes that has faded in recent years as the wine type has exploded in popularity. Instead of bucking a stereotype, he said this type of campaign is about getting to where the premium wine drinkers are.
It’s also about making sipping a glass of wine as socially acceptable in the motorcycle world as bellying up to a Jack on the rocks.
The true test of rosé’s success at Sturgis may be seeing whether anyone hits up the tattoo artist Josh Cellars commissioned for the rally, who will be inking a winged glass of wine onto any willing participant for free.
Credit: Josh Cellars Wine
Deutsch’s Reyes is hopeful.
“You always have one adventurous person out there,” he said.
–By Megan Graham.
from Ad Age.com
MOTORCYCLE RIDERS FOUNDATION ALERT– Prayers please for New Mexico Assistant MRF Representative Raymond Gallegos who was involved in a motorcycle crash last night when his front tire blew out on his way to the hospital to see his daughter who had just given birth to his second granddaughter.
His injuries are non-life-threatening, but he is in a lot of pain with a lot of soft tissue bruising, injury to his hand and ankle and road rash.
–Annette Torrez
New Mexico Motorcyclist Rights Organization Co/Chair
THE UNCLE MONKEY WEATHER REPORT–
I’d love to say every day riding is a great day – the sun shining, light breezy, the growl of drag pipes with a tight little hard body squeezed up to you – but every once in a while there are days that kick your ass.
We’ve all bunkered down running through a heavy down pour looking for an over pass to offer protection. We eagerly grin when we make it through snarling at the clouds to do their best. Days when the thermometer drops down, cold angrily biting at your extremities, reaching down to warm our hands near the motor as we soldier on. But for all those bad days they are still great rides. Another story for around the campfire of twelve rounds with the worst Mother Nature had to throw at us and we survived.
No I’m talking about those days when the temperature is too cold to go without a jacket, too hot with it on and no amount of venting fixes it. The wind coming at just the right angle to buffer your head, pounding away at it like a prize fighter.
There are a few drops of rain here and there that are not enough to gear up for but just enough to sting like needles as they hit. Traffic is heavy and lumbering adding to the buffering gusts of wind. No blue sky, no sweet heart on the back, no comrade by your side. They are draining miles that you have to put on, watching the clock so that you’re not late.
It is those days that really kick your ass. They weather you; beat you down not with the extreme 114 degree of an Arizona summer or below freezing riding through a mountain pass but with a relentless barge. There is no story to tell, no warrior spirit.
Your mind wonders to how nice it would be within the confines of your truck with Skynyrd on the radio, a double-double in the cup holder, and the A/C set just right. Ah but, there is no adventure in the drive and there’s always an adventure in every ride.
-bad Uncle Monkey
Bikernet Feature: The SpeedKing Company Car
Thanks Bandit, really appreciate you for taking the time to get back to me. A springer it is, as only Jeff Cochran knows how to do it.
–Bill Rieg
Newcastle, WA
HANG ON REPORTS FROM THE WORLD— A Wisconsin man accidently shot a nail into his heart, but drove himself to the hospital and survived. He dropped his nail gun.
A Florida fisherman found a drunk woman on the end of his fishing line. The drunk broad swimming near St. Johns County Pier, saw the line, bit into it and swam off with the lure. When asked about her actions she said belligerently, “I’m fucking naked!” She was charged.
BIKERNET UNIVERSITY ENGLISH DEPARTMENT WORD OF THE DAY—Whoosis [hoo-zis]: noun
1.
Informal. an object or person whose name is not known or cannot be recalled: It’s the whoosis next to the volume control.
2.
Informal. a person or thing considered typical or illustrative: the usual paragraph about the party given by Mme. Whoosis.
QUOTES
We’ll forget about what the King sent whoosis–Abdulmecid.
ORIGIN
Whoosis is an alteration of the phrase “who’s this.” It was first recorded between 1920–25.
WEEKLY GUN NUT REPORT– Have you checked out the guns YOU could win in our 5th Annual NRA Gun Giveaway?
How about a Noveske Gen III Infidel sporting rifle? Or a Barrett M98B… or a Les Baer Custom 1911 or a Beretta Silver Pigeon V shotgun? These are just a few of the magnificent guns you could win – but ONLY if you enter!
Don’t miss this once-a-year opportunity to win a gun that will be treasured by your family for generations.
And please ENTER NOW – because our next Bonus Gun entry deadline is tomorrow night, Friday September 8th at 11:59 p.m. Eastern Time.
Please don’t wait. Enter by tomorrow’s deadline for your chance to win… and THANK YOU for all you do to protect and defend our Second Amendment rights!
Wayne LaPierre
Executive Vice President
National Rifle Association
NO PURCHASE OR CONTRIBUTION NECESSARY TO ENTER OR WIN. To enter and view complete Official Rules which govern this Sweepstakes, including Bonus Gun Prize entry periods, entry limits and alternate method of entry visit www.nra2017giveaway.org. Void where prohibited by law. Sponsor: National Rifle Association of America.
THE BAD COP FILES– Utah cop who arrested nurse over blood draw fired from second job.
A Utah police detective accused of assaulting and unlawfully arresting a nurse after she refused to let him take a blood sample from an unconscious patient without a warrant was fired on Tuesday from his second job as a part-time ambulance driver.
Jeff Payne was terminated from his job at Gold Cross Ambulance service over comments he made while taking nurse Alex Wubbels into custody on July 26, which were captured on his body camera, Gold Cross president Mike Moffitt told Reuters.
The comments suggested that Payne would bring transients to University of Utah Hospital, where Wubbels worked, while transporting “good” patients to another facility, Moffitt said.
“Those remarks are just not reflective of our company’s philosophy and the service we provide and because of that behavior we felt we had to separate ways,” Moffitt said. “His comments reflected poorly on the company and violated several company policies.”
Reuters was not able to contact representatives for Payne, who has been placed on administrative leave by the Salt Lake City Police Department over the incident, which made headlines when Wubbels’ lawyers released the body camera footage.
The footage shows Payne roughly handcuffing Wubbels and shoving her into an unmarked squad car after she refused to let him draw blood from an unconscious man, who had been badly injured when he crashed at the end of a police chase.
Salt Lake City Mayor Jackie Biskupski and Police Chief Mike Brown have since apologized to Wubbels and District Attorney Sam Gilled for a criminal investigation into the incident.
(Reporting by Dan Whitcomb; Editing by Sandra Maler)
–MSN.com
–from Rogue
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ADDITIONAL TRAILBLAZER NEWS–
RACER TURNED VINTNER
RON PIERCE OWNER OF BRECKENRIDGE HILLS VINEYARDS
RoadracingWorld.com has an article on Ron Pierce. Three years ago he started a vineyard on his ranch in Bakersfield. Sounds like a great destination ride.
http://www.roadracingworld.com/news/racer-turned-vintner-1960s-1980s-road-racing-star-ron-pierce-opens-his-own-winery/
SUPER HOOLIGAN NATIONAL AT COSTA MESA
Flyer attached
The Roland Sands Design Super Hooligan National will be Saturday, September 9th at the Costa Mesa Speedway track. The gates open at 6pm for the Dirty Glass Band and a few preliminary races. The Main events start at 7:30pm SHARP. www.costamesaspeedway.net (949) 492 9933
VINTAGE MOTORCYCLES AND KUSTOM CAR SHOW
The VanTech Motorcycle family is behind this event. Proceeds will be donated to help High School Athletic programs. It will take place on Sunday, September 17 at John Glenn High School. 1520 Shoemaker Ave. Norwalk
VALENTINO ROSSI HAS BROKEN LEG
Rossi ended up with a double fracture in his right leg after a dirt bike accident while training. The accident took place on August 31st. 38 year old Rossi is currently 4th in Championship standings. Hope he is up and racing soon.
ARCHIVES IN CYCLE NEWS
The Larry Lawrence article in the new issue is a wrap up of the 2017 MotoCross season
ALSO IN CYCLE NEWS
50 YEARS AGO
San Jose 7 Mile National Championship won by George Roeder. Dan Haaby led until the final turn, but he did win the Ascot National, his fifth win of the year.
40 YEARS AGO
Ted Boody and Jay Springsteen split wins at the doubleheader at Indy. Tommy Croft won the 500cc National MX in Florida, but Marty Smith won the title. At the SCORE Off-Road World Championship at Riverside Raceway the winners were Jack Johnson, Jeff Jennings and David Taylor.
Sue Fish won the Women’s National MX in California.
30 YEARS AGO
Kevin Swantz won the AMA Superbike National at Sears Point, but Wayne Rainey wrapped up the championship. John Kocinski won the 250 GP.
PETERSEN MUSEUM AFTER HOURS
It is happening on Friday, September 8t at the Petersen Museum. A rooftop party with complimentary tequila & beer tasting, guided vault tour, access to select exhibits, games and entertainment and free photo booth courtesy of Time Machine.
Ticket information on their website. www.petersen.org (323) 930 2277
DAN GURNEY SIGNED POSTERS
While you are at the museum you can purchase one of the Dan Gurney signed posters which are back in stock or purchase online.
store@petersen.org
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THE NMA ALERT– The Scariest Ride of Your Life
By guest writer William Rayburn, NMA Washington State Member
As an NMA member I truly enjoy reading the NMA e-newsletter. Today I thought to myself I could contribute something that I have had the displeasure witnessing first-hand and something quite relevant to the subject matter for which the NMA is founded. I’m talking about DHS (Department of Homeland Security) in-country checkpoints, their abuse of power, as well as the potential hazards it presents to the average driver.
Let me preface what I’m about to say with what an in-country checkpoint is and is not according to law and then show what they have become. A DHS checkpoint is an established temporary or permanent roadblock along specific highways by the Federal Government, manned by border patrol agents, for the “…sole purpose of conducting a routine and limited inquiry into residence status.” This as defined by the Supreme Court in United States v. Martinez-Fuerte, 428 U.S. 543 (1976).
But these checkpoints now are anything but unobtrusive and not simply limited to citizenship determination. Following some years of operation the purpose has clearly shifted into a random criminal investigations checkpoints and that has resulted in a power abusive fishing expedition for the agents that man them. Make no mistake they will stop at nothing if they are so inclined, and no constitutional right that you think you have will stand in their way.
Some folks are quite familiar with the random heavy handed approach they take and some have taken it upon themselves to defy this Draconian behavior – which only fuels the agent(s) brash and lawless approach. In many cases you could easily find yourself wondering at one of these checkpoints if you have gone back in time to Nazi Germany.
However, to be fair, many people go through these checkpoints every day with no incident. But when someone does encounter a problem it can be quite a surprise. Take for example Jessica Cooke, a student of law enforcement, who one fine day in May 2015 found herself on the receiving end at one of these checkpoints.
The video picks up after she had pleasantly provided all the necessary documentation proving who she was but appeared “nervous” according to the female agent and was ordered to secondary. There, she was further commanded to wait for an undetermined amount of time until a k-9 unit arrived, obviously to sniff for drugs.
This scenario is being played out on our American highways daily. And it’s not unheard of although many people may never face this unless they are traveling within 100 miles of a border or coastal area. It’s then you should be prepared for every possible experience that could shock your conscience. Which is the reason I thought of writing this article, to make drivers aware.
John Stossel did a piece on this which I am also including. It was a well done 20/20 reporting of facts and brief clips.
These checkpoints have obviously morphed into something they were not intended to be and certainly not anything that the Supreme Court had envisioned.
By the way, being made to wait for any length of time for a k-9, after the time had lapsed to find that Ms. Cooke was in fact a citizen is also against the law according to the Supreme Court. A “…stop exceeding the time needed to handle the matter for which the stop was made violates the Constitution’s shield against unreasonable seizures,” Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg wrote for the majority. The vote was 6 to 3. Rodriguez v. United States No. 13-9972.
It is well established that a police officer can’t randomly pull you over just to search your vehicle, absent probable cause to suspect that the driver has or is in the commission of a crime. But the fact is the government is doing exactly this by way of these in-country checkpoints. And before you say it, it really won’t matter how cooperative you are before you find yourself on the receiving end of something like this.
Many may not ever encounter such a thing until you find yourself on vacation saying something like, “oh look here honey, they have some sort of roadblock going on with lots of border patrol officers.” You may just be getting on the scariest ride of your life.
Editor’s Note: The opinions expressed in this newsletter are those of the author. For the NMA’s FAQ on Roadblocks, click HERE.
Use this link to share this NMA E-Newsletter with others:
https://www.motorists.org/alerts/scariest-ride-life-nma-e-newsletter-451/
ROYAL ENFIELD NEWS– World’s fastest growing motorcycle brand – Royal Enfield –
strengthens presence in Latin America
~ Royal Enfield sets up a direct distribution subsidiary in Brazil headquartered in Sao Paulo, ~
~ Opens first stand-alone flagship store in Sao Paulo ~
Royal Enfield, the fastest growing motorcycle brand in the world announced opening of its second direct distribution subsidiary outside India, in Brazil, the fourth biggest two-wheeler market in the world.
With São Paulo as its Brazilian headquarter representing the largest
motorcycle community in the country; the iconic motorcycle brand launched its first flagship store in the heart of the city at Avenida República do Líbano, 2070, Moema.
The newly-formed subsidiary – Royal
Enfield Brazil – will be selling to dealers, as well as conduct all front end development and support activities such as marketing and aftersales in the country. Royal Enfield’s first direct distribution subsidiary outside India was – Royal Enfield North America (RENA) that was set up in 2015. The brand also has strong presence in Colombia, another important two-wheeler market in Latin America.
Speaking at the launch of Royal Enfield Brazil in São Paulo, Royal Enfield President, Rudratej (Rudy) Singh said, “In the coming years, Brazil can become one of our bastion markets outside of India and help us become a leader in the middle weight motorcycle segment globally.”
The subsidiary and its regional office in São Paulo, is under the leadership of Claudio Giusti, Country Manager, Royal Enfield Brazil, responsible for handling its operation in the market, including sales, marketing, communication, warranty, and aftersales.
Royal Enfield has entered the Brazilian market with lineup of three of its widely popular models featuring single-cylinder engines currently up to at 535cc. Available models include the iconic standard streetmodel – Bullet 500, the retro street model – Classic 500 and the Continental GT (535cc) cafe racer.
With British roots and an Indian soul, Royal Enfield motorcycles are excellent to ride in the city and also have good all-round capabilities. The motorcycles have been designed to give maximum pleasure at regular road-going speeds and are fun for novices as well as for experienced riders.
With a compounded annual growth rate (CAGR) of more than 50% in last six years, Royal Enfield has grown phenomenally, becoming one of the most profitable automobile brands in the world. Royal Enfield sold more than 660,000 units globally in FY 2016-17, and intends to ramp-up its production capacity to up-to 900,000 motorcycles by end of 2018, to meet its increasingly rising global demands.
To know more about Royal Enfield, the motorcycles, marquee rides and other initiatives, visit: www.royalenfield.com
QUICK, OPEN THE BIKERNET BAD JOKE LIBRARY– A mother calls 911 very worried asking the dispatcher if she needs to take her kid to the emergency room, the kid had eaten ants.
The dispatcher tells her to give the kid some Benadryl and he should be fine.
The mother says, ‘I just gave him some ant killer……
Dispatcher: ‘Rush him in to emergency right now! Life is tough. It’s even tougher if you’re stupid!!!!
–from Rogue and Sidehack Jerry
RELIEF IN ACTION: THANK YOU
Communities across Texas and Louisiana are picking up the pieces from the devastation left behind by Hurricane Harvey. Thousands of Red Cross workers remain on the ground in impacted areas now, providing hope and help for those in need. The Red Cross and our partners have provided tens of thousands of overnight stays for families in emergency shelters across Texas and in Louisiana. Together, this community has been able to provide a lifeline to those impacted by this disaster and we thank you.
If you are in a life-threatening emergency due to Hurricane Harvey, please call 9-1-1 and trained emergency rescue professionals:
U.S. Coast Guard: 281-464-4851, 281-464-4852, 281-464-4853, 281-464-4854, 281-464-4855
Disaster Assistance Hotline: 1-866-526-8300 and choose option 3
HANDLE FIRST AID FAST
Accidents happen. But here’s how you can get instant access to information on handling the most common first aid emergencies: Download the free Red Cross First Aid app and be prepared for what life brings.
www.redcross.org
MIKUNI NEWS HSR42 /45/48mm Carburetor are Easy Kits for American V-Twins
Mikuni American’s popular HSR42, HSR45 and HSR48mm Smoothbore Carburetor Kits are known world-wide as the best performing carburetors for American V-Twins. The popular Mikuni HSR42 Carb Kit is already an industry performance standard for Sportsers, Buells and stock Big Twins by offering a 25% increase in power and torque when used with an aftermarket exhaust system.
More mildly modified Big Twin engines with aftermarket cams and big bore kits can benefit from the extra induction flow provided by the large bore Mikuni HSR45 Carburetor Kit.
The all-out racing carburetor for American Big Twin monster motors is Mikuni’s HSR48 Easy Carburetor Kit. This huge 48mm smoothbore carburetor offers the highest air-flow possible while providing highly accurate fuel metering, more power, and Mikuni’s renowned precision throttle response. A new extended main jet and larger fuel valve assure ample fuel supply for very powerful engines.
All Mikuni HSR 42/45/48 smoothbore carburetors offer the highest air flow possible while providing highly accurate fuel metering, more power, and Mikuni’s renowned precision throttle response. Carburetors are designed with an 8-roller bearing flat throttle slide assembly allowing an unobstructed venturi at full throttle to flow more air, while it mixes more precisely at all throttle settings.
Mikuni’s roller bearing throttle slide offers smoother throttle control and allows the use of a lighter throttle return spring for reduced throttle effort. And the Mikuni adjustable accelerator pump provides instant throttle response in any riding or performance application. While a high capacity float bowl prevents fuel starvation even under full throttle applications.
Mikuni Replacement and Aftermarket Performance Carburetors, Fuels Pumps, Genuine Rebuild Kits, and all their Parts and Accessories are available from Mikuni American Distributors or through your favorite dealer. You can look up all the available Kits, Carburetors and Parts, along with Mikuni Distributors on the www.MikuniPower.com website.
Join us at our South Congress store to celebrate the launch of the AlpineStars x Revival Cycles Odioso Jersey–
In true Revival style we’ve matched our motocross gear with our wicked Ducati side hack Odioso. This collaboration with Alpinestars throws all of our hyper neon colors picked for the side hack on a lightweight, moisture-wicking and breathable motocross jersey. This unique collaboration is a limited edition of 100 pcs. Make sure anyone on the track can see you from a mile away on your badass machine.
Poly-fabric construction is lightweight, moisture-wicking and durable.
Cut longer in the rear area for compatibility with Alpinestars’ MX pants.
Stretch collar neck construction for fit and comfort.
Fade-resistant sublimated graphics.
Fitted wrist cuffs.
Available in international sizes S-2XL.
MOTORCYCLE SHOWS COMING– We’re going live with ticket sales in 24 hours for the 2017-18 Progressive International Motorcycle Shows, starting this Thursday September 7th, 2017 at 11am. As an IMS Subscriber you receive exclusive early bird pricing; SAVE $5 off the price of a 1-Day Adult Admission ticket when you buy online using the promo code EBD18 (expires 9/10/17).
CALIFORNIA GUN NUT REPORT– California: Anti-Gun Bill Heading to the Governor’s Desk
Contact the Governor and your State Legislator TODAY – They MUST Hear from You
Yesterday, September 6, the state Senate concurred on the Assembly amendments to SB 464 by a vote of 23 to 14. SB 464 has been sent to engrossing and enrolling before heading to the Governor for his consideration. Please use our TAKE ACTION below to email Governor Brown and urge him to VETO SB 464. If you would like to CALL and FAX the Governor, his office phone number is 916-445-2841 and fax number is 916-558-3160.
Senate Bill 464, sponsored by Senator Jerry Hill (D-13), would further increase the mandatory storage and security requirements for licensed firearms dealers. California already has some of the strictest laws in the country regarding how dealers must store and secure firearms. This bill simply places more costs and mandates on law-abiding business owners.
Your state legislators still need to hear from you on the remaining anti-gun bills. Please use our TAKE ACTION button below to email your State Senator and Assembly Member urging them to OPPOSE AJR 24, AB 7, and AB 424. If you would like to call your state legislator please click here to find their contact information.
Currently Pending in the Assembly:
Assembly Joint Resolution 24 passed the Assembly Public Safety Committee on August 31 and is eligible for a vote on the Assembly Floor. Sponsored by Assembly Member Miguel Santiago (D-53), AJR 24 would urge the Congress of the United States to not enact S. 446, H.R. 38, or any other similar “concealed carry reciprocity” legislation that would require the State of California to recognize the concealed carry standards of every other state.
Currently Pending in the Senate:
Assembly Bill 7 passed the Senate Appropriations Committee on September 1 and is eligible for a vote on the Senate Floor. Sponsored by Mike Gipson (D-64), AB 7 would further restrict the open carry of an unloaded firearm on public property by including unincorporated areas as prohibited places.
Assembly Bill 424 is eligible for a vote on the Senate Floor. Sponsored by Assembly Member Kevin McCarty (D-7), AB 424 would remove the authority of a school district superintendent, his or her designee, or equivalent school authority to provide written permission for a person to possess a firearm within a school zone.
Do not give up the fight! Continue to CALL and EMAIL your State Legislators. They need to hear from you as we enter the final weeks of the 2017 legislative session.
Please continue to check your inbox and the California Stand and Fight webpage for updates on issues impacting your Second Amendment rights and hunting heritage in California.
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WHAT THE HELL— What’s going to happen next and it better be good and it will be. Franky’s Dyna will be packed to Bennett’s and out of the shop.
That means I will roll into a tech including installation of Lindby Crash Bars, the Love Jugs Minis, Biker’s Choice or Twin Power spark plug wires and more.
There’s a bunch more and don’t miss Betsy’s story about here sister and addiction. We all miss Betsy’s reports and her smile. We all face addiction issues and it’s a bummer of the highest order. Can’t enable anyone. Stops progress.
Ride Free Forever,
–Bandit
