May 4, 2006

Hey,

What a crazy year. If war, immigration disputes and gas prices don’t kill us, we’ll have a blast. Bubs Bonneville third International Speed Trials is hopping. I just learned that Iron Works magazine is going to cover it and Amsoil has put up a separate purse for anyone running their lubes. American Iron magazine is sponsoring the event and a Biker Build-off between Matt Hotch and Roger Goldhammer ends at the Bubs event September 3-7.

I know a number of riders who are ducking Sturgis to hit the flats for a truly historic motorcycle event. Don’t get me wrong, this is not about leaving Sturgis behind. I’m riding to Sturgis on one of the bikes we’re building for Bonneville, based on the CCI V-Bike designed by John Reed, a Berry Wardlaw 120-inch Panhead engine and a Baker Transmission. But we’re all pumped about Bonneville and the Bikernet 10th Anniversary Celebration Run To the flats.

It’s a ride with a mission for many in the industry. It’s the core of what motorcycling is all about, speed. Brothers all over the world are going to find out, in this bizarre atmosphere of 65 square miles of salt, what their bikes are capable of. You’ll see a couple of techs pop up in our Bonneville area this coming week. I want to send a special thanks to Chris Kallas the artist/designer who created the art for all three Bikernet Bonneville Bike Teams, The Bonne Belle, The Chop N Grind and the Salt Shaker. He just drew the other side of the Bonne Belle so we would have a guide when Yvonne Mecialis paints my tanks. Wait until you see what Yvonne creates.

Let’s hit the news, then I’ll bring you up-to-date on more projects:

EUROPEAN CHAMPIONSHIP BIKES ON BIKERNET—We’re doing our damnest to launch another European Championship winner every day until we’ve featured all the major winners. Some of the workmanship from Europe is incredible, different and classic, as you will see, thanks to Robin Bradley and his team from American Dealer Magazine stationed in the UK. Check back daily.–Bandit

WEAPONS OF MASS SEDUCTION!– Purrfect Angelz attack the 2006 LA Calendar Motorcycle Show July 15-16th, Sponsored by Bikernet.com,with 7 weekend performances, including 3 major 1-hour shows

So why does Russell Mitchell, star of Speed TV’s Build or Bust and featured custom bike builder in the world famous Iron & Lace Custom Motorcycle Pinup Calendar, have such a big smile on his face? It’s because we just told him all those beautiful girls he’s posing with of the famed Purrfect Angelz show group will be performing all weekend long in expanded performances guaranteed to decimate attendees at this year’s big Los Angeles Calendar Motorcycles Show on July 15-16th, 2006, America’s premier custom and performance streetbike event!

The Purrfect Angelz have performed the last 3 years at the Calendar Show as their original 5-girl group, performing two 20 minute sets on stage each day to the screaming admiration of jammed pack crowds. But we can never have too much of a good thing, particularly where there’s beautiful singing, lap dancing, fire twirling, burlesque shaking, cart wheeling, lingerie and bikini clad girls involved.

Bike Show admission also includes complimentary admission to the historic Queen Mary ocean liner, and the Saturday Night Calendar Bike Builder’s Party featuring the rock band Reckless Driver with Mary Falls.

VON DUTCH SUPPORTS CHARITY–I am proud to say that with the help of Von Dutch Kustom Cycles the truck that we Dutched raised $200k for charity. EVERY PENNY GOES TO CHARITY NO DEDUCTIONS WERE TAKEN FOR SALARIES OR EXPENES! In the 3 events I have been involved with we raised $436K in total. When we rang the opening bell and they announced Ron Starrantino and Alex Mardikian from Von Dutch, we got as a big a cheer as Yankee legend Roy White and Yankees pitcher Andy Philips.

Ron Starrantino
Vice President of Worldwide Sales and Development
Von Dutch Kustom Cycles
http://www.vondutch.com
http://www.vondutchkustomcycles.com

BIKERNET SPONSORS THUNDER ROAD IN STURGIS– The Twisted Choppers/Detroit Bros build-off isgoing to be filmed at Thunder Road, it isn’t in stoneyet but looks good. That means the final test ride, celebration and judging for the Discovery Channel Show will be filmed at Thunder Road in Sturgis. Hang on for more news.

Recently Bikernet. Com signed a sponsorship agreement with Gary Lippold at Thunder Road for 2006. Thunder Road hosts Rick Fairless’ Strokes Sturgis, Mike Lichter’s art exhibit and more. Bikernet will set up a Bikernet Radio Studio and interview riders with wild stories, industry leaders, innovators and hot babes. Don’t miss it.

–Ken

VIPER MOVES TO MASSIVE FACILITY–It is approximately 40,000 feet compared to our previous facility which was 14,000 feet.

Now that we are manufacturing our own line of engines, a larger facility will give us the opportunity to add CNC machines and expand our motorcycle production. The larger facility will allow us to move forward as an OEM and expand per our business plan.

Production is scheduled for late this quarter.

Terry Nesbitt
President
Viper Motorcycle Company
5212 Whispering Oaks Drive
Dallas, Texas 75236
terryn@vipermotorcycle.com

AMERICAN MOTORCYCLE 1902 APACHE BAGGER–Since its introduction at the Cincinnati V-Twin show American Motorcycle’s new “Apache” bagger has been gathering a lot of attention, and excitement is building as the bike hit’s the summer show circuit.

American Motorcycle 1902 introduced its “Apache” Bagger (under license from the Choctaw-Apache native American people of Louisiana) at the Cincinnati V-Twin show to rave reviews. It was then followed up with an invitation to be displayed as the only OEM production motorcycle shown in the “35th Anniversary of EasyRiders Magazine Custom Bike Show” held and displayed at Bruce Rossmeyer’s Destination Harley Davidson in Daytona Beach during bike week 2006, a wonderful honor for both the company and the motorcycle.

This bike was built to ride and experience touring on a new level. The best in the business Corbin USA has partnered with American Motorcycle 1902 on the development of this bike to create something truly special. This bike comes with an amazingly beautiful windscreen developed by Corbin USA specifically for this bike. Along with Corbin’s unique and stylish engine shroud the fiberglass on this motorcycle really makes a statement for style. With the addition of those awesome Corbin hard bags, and a newly designed two up convertible seating system all these features make this bike the long haul king.

The “Apache” bagger comes standard with an S&S 113 cu in engine generating 110 hp, coupled with a Trick Shift six speed transmission, and rides on a comfortable 200 rear tire which allows this bike to cruise in comfort and control. The “Apache” rides on a soft tail chassis loaded with the latest in air suspension components. A six degree 4 over custom front end gives this bike a new look and feel. It is aggressive, responsive, comfortable, and above all else a style that stands apart from the rest. With Dual Disc brakes on the front it makes this bagger stop on a dime, its massive headlight shines the road ahead, and its one of a kind custom built billet dashboard with Dakota Digital gauges gives you all the tools at your hands to get you there safely.

Be the first to own one of these very unique custom motorcycles… Branscombe Richmond, the star of the Renegade TV series, owns one…how about you?

INTERNET UNDER ATTACK–Congress is pushing a law that would abandon the Internet’s First Amendment — a principle called Network Neutrality that prevents companies like AT&T, Verizon and Comcast from deciding which Web sites work best for you — based on what site pays them the most. Your local library shouldn?t have to outbid Barnes & Noble for the right to have its Web site open quickly on your computer.

Go to www.savetheinternet.com/ to learn more.

WISCONSIN MOTORCYCLE SAFETY AWARENESS MONTH–Governor Jim Doyle has designated May as Motorcycle Safety Awareness Monthin Wisconsin.In his proclamation, the Governor states, “motorcyclists have the right bylaw to safe enjoyment of their vehicles, including the full and equal use ofthe roadway without encroachment by other vehicles whether it be on citystreets or rural and urban highways.”

Motorcycles continue to increase in popularity both for recreation and forbasic transportation, especially with high gasoline prices. More than441,000 Wisconsin residents have motorcycle licenses or permits, and nearly250,000 motorcycles are registered in the state.

“As motorcycle popularity grows, other motorists need to share the road andwatch for motorcycles in traffic, especially at intersections and whilemaking turns or lane changes,” said State Patrol Major Dan Lonsdorf,director of the Bureau of Transportation Safety. “On the other hand,motorcyclists must obey all traffic laws, such as speed limits. They alsomust never ride while impaired by alcohol or drugs.”

Efforts to improve motorcycle safety in Wisconsin are needed to preventserious injuries and save lives. In 2003, a total of 100 motorcyclists,including passengers, died in traffic crashes. In 2004, 80 motorcyclistsdied, which was a 20 percent decrease. Preliminary statistics indicate that92 motorcyclists died in 2005.

“Education and training continue to be our most important tools forimproving motorcycle safety,” says Ron Thompson, manager of the WisconsinMotorcycle Safety Program. “Riding a motorcycle is vastly different thandriving a car or truck, and it’s important riders realize this. The best wayto handle the challenges of motorcycle riding is to complete a motorcyclesafety course. The demand for these courses is high, but they are well worththe wait. We hope to train more riders than ever this year.”

For more information contact:Major Dan Lonsdorf, Bureau of Transportation Safety director, (608) 266-3048Ron Thompson, Motorcycle Program manager, (608) 266-7855

NEW PAUL COX LEATHER CREATION FOR BIKERNET HAWAIIAN STAFF MEMBER–Seat went out today. I missed UPS yesterday. Check out the attachment if you want a look at it. If you want to be surprised…then don’t look.

— Paul

JESSE JAMES OPENS CISCO’S BURGERS NEXT TO HIS LONG BEACH SHOP–According to the Long Beach Press Telegram: Jesse is expanding his modest blue-collar business empire into fast food with the opening of an earth-friendly hamburger joint featuring prime beef, orgaic veggies and biodegradable wrapping. “I wanted something you could eat everyday and not feel like garbage afterwards,” said Jesse. The joint is named after his dog Cisco.

HIWAYMAN MAKES PLAN TO SEE WORLD’S FASTEST EDITOR–Hope you and el Bandito are doing well. Rose (my wife) and I are making plans to see the “World’s Fastest Editor” do his runs this fall. Hope to meet you both face-to-face.

Ride Safe!
–Hiwayman

A SECOND SPECIAL FINANCE OFFER FROM HSBC REWARDS? CURRENT AMERICAN IRONHORSE RIDERS– American IronHorse? Motorcycle Co. is enhancing its consumer finance deal with HSBC-North America’s Retail Services business unit. Now all current American IronHorse owners can participate in a new finance program titled “Rider Rewards,” which for a limited time is offering $1,000 cash back towards the purchase of a new in-stock 2006 motorcycle or the opportunity to qualify for an interest rate as low as 5.99%. American IronHorse is also extending this special new bike purchase offer to existing Harley-Davidson owners.

“There’s never been a better time to be an American IronHorse rider,” said Wil Garland, CEO for American IronHorse. “We are committed to rewarding our loyal customers and we’re intent on creating unrivaled opportunities in the marketplace that bring cruiser riders from other segments to our corner. We anticipate that this latest HSBC promotion will create even more customer and dealer enthusiasm nationwide for our motorcycles.”

The new “Rider Rewards” program is being unveiled across the country to coincide with the peak riding season and applies to in-stock 2006 motorcycles only. To participate, existing riders must provide their local dealer with a copy of their current American IronHorse or Harley-Davidson title or registration. Terms of the program may change at any time and are subject to state limitations.

Last month, American IronHorse unveiled a strategic alliance with HSBC, which introduced special finance packages, zero-down programs and interest rates as low as 3.99% for new 2004 and 2005 bikes.

BIKERNET STUDY’S BREAST IMPLANTS–A British company is developing computer chips that store music inwomen’s breast implants.

This is being considered a major break-through and will solve aperennial problem.

The perennial problem: Women are always complaining about menstaringat their breasts and not listening to them.

–from Rik Savenko

BUELL XBRR PRODUCTION BEGINS–Revised Components Developed to Improve Reliability.Buell Motorcycle Company announced today that the production of XBRR race bikes, based on the Firebolt XB12R, has begun. A total of 50 XBRRs will be built in the production run.

Buell announced last month that XBRR production had been delayed as engineers analyzed and refined components based on what was learned from the XBRR?s AMA Formula Xtreme racing debut at the Daytona 200 in March. Redesigned parts include new driveline components and a new timing trigger wheel, as well as a switch from a high-contact to a coarse-pitch 5th gear, according to Chairman and Chief Technical Officer Erik Buell. A larger oil cooler was also developed for the XBRR.

Some of the new components were tested on XBRRs during the American Sport Bike Racing Association (ASRA) 250km Team Challenge endurance race at Road America in April, during which Veatch Motorsports rider Dave Estok and Deeley H-D/Buell Canada?s Steve Crevier finished 1-2 (with Estok crossing the finish line first overall) in the Solo Challenge class. Crevier also set a new ASRA Superbike Road America track record aboard the XBRR during the event.”The XBRR was designed to be an affordable, turn-key race bike for privateer racing teams competing at a professional level,” said Buell. “Reliability is critical, and we’re confident that the improvements we’ve made since Daytona will ensure that.”

Buell said XBRR-equipped privateer teams may choose to re-enter the AMA Formula Xtreme series as early as the AMA?s next round at Infineon Raceway in Sonoma, CA, May 19-21.

The Buell XBRR is a limited-edition production racing motorcycle based on the Firebolt XB12R and designed exclusively for closed-course competition. It offers private racers a professional-level, race-ready, production-based platform.

CHRIS MAIDA, EDITOR OF AMERICAN IRON MAGAZINE INTERVIEWED ON BIKERNET RADIO–Chris Maida stopped in to talk shop with Branscombe Richmond. Get the details on custom bikes and EPA at Bikernet Radio.

Don’t miss his industry insight and passion for the industry.

VOTE ON BIKERNET’S D&D DYNA CONTEST BIKES– Vote on Bikernet’s Nicest Dyna to determine who has the nicest looking motorcycle. The winner receives a free set of D&D Performance Exhaust Pipes.

Vote now! It all ends Wednesday, May 10th.

D&D uses the state of the art Super Flow Eddy Current Ram Air Dyno, Super Flow Flow Bench, and the first in the industry multi cylinder Lambda Fuel Air Ratio Sensors interfaced with the Dyno for real time meter and graph analysis.

Each pipe is tuned for performance and sound. Not only do D&D pipes look good, you can feel the enhanced deep rumble only a D&D equipped V-Twin can make.

BILLY’S DVD REVIEW–Just watched the video and it is KICK ASS!!! You gotta let me write the review for Bikernet. After I get through with this, everyone will be sending their money in for the dvd, it is worth twice as much as he’s asking. Great story that will touch the heart of all Americans, veteran or not. To us veterans, it strikes especially deep. Let me know if you want it, cuz I’m writing it anyways.

–Johnny

Go for it Johnny. Soon the DVD will be for sale on Bikernet, or we’ll tell you where you can get it. Also the World Fastest Indian DVD will be released June the 13th. We also hope to carry it.–Bandit

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