I have terrific news for all the guys in the industry. I spoke to two shop owners in the great northwest, up where it rains constantly. When I asked about business they both said business was fine. Check out the Nash Motorcycle, Vancouver, Washington feature on the home page. In the next couple of days I’ll post a feature bike built by Dave Haze of Haze Custom Bikes in Medford, Oregon. And of course Sucker Punch Sally is building more bikes this year than ever before.
You know me. I’ve been researching this downturn in motorcycle sales for the last couple of years and recently I went to the mountain, like Moses. I spoke to the Guru of Speed, the Surgeon of Bike Shows, N.R. “You are blessed my son to be in my presence, for you have sinned more than any other man, and I should fry you to warm ashes and scatter you to the seas.”
“I know all about that,” I spat back. “Gimme the skinny on the biking world.”
“You have but 18 months and the chopper industry will fly like never before,” His voice boomed over the valley. “Gotta get through this election.”
I bowed honorably, dropped a five-spot in his tip jar, jumped on my Sturgis Shovel and peeled down the towering Alps. There you have it. Let’s hit the news.
CRAZY NORM’S NOVEMBER SALE AT CCI– Go to – Closeout & Sale Item Search – Promo Pricing Expires when desired inventory level is met.Order Today Call 800-359-5700. I don’t know what it means but Custom Chrome is having a sale. Check with your dealer.
BIKERNET QUOTE OF THE WEEK–
In the midst of all evil,
We stand our ground,
And we protect our country
From all terror around.
–A Marine
–from Jay Martinez
BORN TO RIDE CD COMPILATION–The debut compilation CD “Born to Ride”, created for the world famous charity event LOVE RIDE, is a labor of love for producers Andrew Kastner and Todd Smallwood.The two hit songwriters and performers, both veterans of the Los Angeles (and world) music scene, were given the green light in August of 2007 from LOVE RIDE founder, Oliver Shokouh, to gather their friends and produce this world class record. A portion of the proceeds of this CD will go directly to the LOVE RIDE FOUNDATION to support it’s designated charities.
The music on this record is new and original, and is designed not only for those who love to ride, but for all who yearn to hear pure and simple roots music.
This CD includes unreleased songs and exciting performances by well known artists, including:
Gregg Allman, with a live version of his greatest southern rock classic, “Midnight Rider” –
Andy Summers – famed guitarist of “The Police” –
Mick Fleetwood – “Fleetwood Mac” co-founder and drummer
Jeff Healey – Canadian guitarist extraordinaire (“Angel Eyes”) –
Robby Krieger – original member of the legendary band “The Doors” –
Randy Bachman – guitarist/founder and singer for “The Guess Who” and “Bachman Turner Overdrive” (who wrote and performed the title track, “Born To Ride”) –
Brian Setzer – founder of the “Stray Cats” & “The Brian Setzer Orchestra” –
Todd Smallwood – lead singer/writer/producer for “The Mick Fleetwood Band”, formerly of Bachman Turner Overdrive and co-producer of this album –
Brian Ray – (current guitarist with “The Paul McCartney Band”)
Too Slim and The Taildraggers – (Seattle’s favorite blues band – currently topping the Billboard Blues Charts)
Jack Mack & The Heart Attack – America’s premier Rock and Soul Band – dePresleys – Norway’s newest sensation) –
The Knuckleheads featuring Val McCallum (new band led by one of LA’s top guitarists) – And an exciting new band now known as, “Love Riders” featuring producers Todd Smallwood and Andrew Kastner – (Chaka Khan, Aaron Neville, Natalie Cole) –
What more can we say? Grab your baby, get on your bike, put your headphones on, turn it up and ride.
–Andrew Kastner
American Road Entertainment, Inc.
dba American Road Records
456 S. Skyline Dr. Westlake Village, CA 91361
www.americanroadentertainment.com
Office: 805 373-1823 o mobile: 818 917-0200 o fax 866 314-4029
GINETTE BAILEY WINS 5TH ANNUAL WHEELS THROUGH TIME RAFFLE– Saturday, November 11, 2007 was a momentous day at the Wheels Through Time Museum in Maggie Valley, NC. Over 1700 people gathered at the world-class museum for the 5th Annual Wheels Through Time Raffle. Each year, the museum raises funds by raffling off a motorcycle built at Wheels Through Time. Past winners have come from as far away as Texas and Illinois, and as close as Gatlinburg, TN. This year’s Grand Prize was a fully restored 1936 Harley-Davidson VLH brought back to life by museum curator and founder, Dale Walksler.
The raffle drawing is traditionally held at the conclusion of the Motorcycle Parade and Toy Run at the Wheels Through Time Museum. Over 1500 people were on hand, hoping that their name would be called. With only one winner to be picked, the eager crowd awaited anxiously until the ticket was drawn.
The lucky winner was Ginette Bailey, of Oxford, Massachusetts. Although Ginette was not present for the drawing, her enthusiasm was felt by onlookers, as the phone call was broadcast over the loudspeaker. “This is so amazing?.I’ve never won anything in my life,” shouted Bailey.
Ginette visited Wheels Through Time on August 30th, 2007, after learning about the museum online. Both her and her husband were visiting the Smoky Mountains on what they called “the ride of their lives”, and made the museum a top priority on their list of things to do. “The museum was spectacular! I was particularly impressed with the new Women In Motorcycling exhibit,” said Bailey. “That’s were I spent most of my time.”
After a great tour, Ginette decided to take a chance on the beautiful red and black Harley-Davidson raffle bike in museum foyer. She decided to buy one ticket, and after almost 3 months, that decision would prove to be one she wouldn’t regret.
Ginette is a member of the Chrome Sisters, a Massachusetts-based women’s motorcycle association that was founded three years ago. Bailey was integral in the formation of the group, which now boasts over 30 members from Massachusetts and surrounding states. The Chrome Sisters’ mission is to unite all women motorcycle enthusiasts for recreation, education, mutual support, and recognition, and to promote a positive overall image of motorcycling. For more information on the Chrome Sisters, visit their website, located at
Congratulations, Ginette, and Happy Riding!
BIKERNET CHRISTMAS GRAB BAG GIVE-AWAY–We’re going to the shipping store to buy 50 boxes. Then we’ll fill them with stocking stuffers from stickers, to books, T-shirts and posters. Each one will be packed with surprises for Bikernet Readers at Christmas. So go into our FREE contest area and give us any excuse to send you a package.
–Bandit
JIMS BIKERNET TOOL OF THE WEEK, EXTERNAL LOCK RING PLIERS– Easily installs and removes snap rings. This pliers?s jaws are scored on the outside to hold the snap ring securely.
Use with new snap ring (JIMSNo.11067 for 5-Speeds).
Instruction Sheet No.2362-IS.
No.2362 – Use on EVO & Shovel 1980-995-Speed. Use on Sportster? 1957-present.
Use on Buell? 1987-present.
Use on1999-05 FXD, 1999-06 FL and 2000-06 FXST.
Use on aftermarket 6-Speed.
Suggested Retail Price: $56.55
–JT Lepien
www.jimsusa.com
FORGE-TEC INTRODUCES THEIR FHO PROGRAM (FOR HARLEYS ONLY)–Oxnard, CA- Forge-Tec Motorcycle, an industry-leading manufacturer of high-end aluminum wheels and blanks supplier to many of the industry’s leading wheel manufacturers is proud to introduce a new and exciting wheel program called FHO (For Harleys Only) This program has been designed from the ground up exclusively for Harley-Davidson (circle R) Dealers.
Forge-Tec just kicked off the test program at the Daytona Beach Bike Rally and it was a total success. This program simply offers the Harley dealer 4 exclusive one-piece billet forged wheel styles, all designed with each one of H-D’s different bike models in mind.
Harley dealers are offered these four uniquely designed 3D wheels available in all popular sizes and applications (’84-’08?including ABS equipped models) and all have matching rotors and pulleys to display and sell. They can also buy any one of Forge-Tec’s 13 other wheel designs, but these can also be found at other types of bike shops. No FHO wheels will be found at a dealership except Harley-Davidson stores.
All FHO wheels will be kept in stock at Forge-Tec’s warehouse (only in the most popular sixes) and dealers orders will be shipped in record time?No more waiting 12-16 weeks for a set of wheels! These wheels are available in black powder coated, show polished, luxurious chrome and new for ’08, all styles (except the Legacy and the Nomad) will be available in our Midnight Series?black anodized finish combined with classic machining gives these wheels a totally “badass” look.
Mark Finnie, GM for Forge-Tec’s motorcycle division added, “All Forge-Tec Wheels come with a lifetime Structural and Two-Year Chrome Warranty. Our products are of the highest quality to mirror Harley-Davidson. Forge-Tec’s FHO Program Yields Attractive Margins for all Harley-Davidson dealers and is backed by an incredible customer service program.”
For further information on complete wheels and FHO’s special dealer pricing, please contact Forge-Tec Motorcycle directly at 888-367-4385. Forge-Tec Motorcycle Wheels and Accessories, 950 Richmond Ave., Oxnard, CA 93030. Dealer inquiries invited! www.forgetecmotorcycle.com
TRASK EFI SPORTSTER TURBO–If you think your Sporty is a gas now, you ain’t seen nothin’! Strap on one of these new Turbo kits just unleashed by TRASK PERFORMANCE and you’re in for a mind altering experience. TRASK, a world leader in the design and production of reliable, street worthy H-D turbo systems has developed a unique turbo package designed specifically for 2007 and 2008 EFI equipped Sportsters. Sold as a complete bolt-on kit, it can be installed by any competent HD mechanic.
Once installed the numbers are nothing short of astonishing. Try 113.3 HP at 6200 RPM with 110 Ft Lbs torque from an otherwise stock 2007, 1200R! Now those are some impressive numbers and they come on in a fashion that provides exceptionally smooth pulling power for both street and open road use.
Each kit comes with an highly modified Garrett GT Series turbocharger, billet plenum with built-in velocity stack, billet breathers, ceramic or chrome pipes, hi-flow injectors, and even a high performance clutch spring! No matter if you’re looking for a real street menace or more open road pulling power this new kit has you covered and then some. TRASK TURBO SYSTEMS retail for $4995.00.
Check out the entire line of TRASK Turbo systems at
’06-’08 BASSANI PRO 2 INTO 1– Bassani has never been one to follow the competition and here’s a good example of what you can expect from their progressive attitude. Dubbed the PRO 2 INTO 1, this radical new system was developed for those looking for a power boost and aggressive styling. A bolt-on fit for all 2006 through 2008 Dyna models, these latest headers feature 1 3?4″ head pipes merging into a 2 1?2″ true reverse cone megaphone.
Each PRO 2 INTO 1 is fit with a removable baffle and fully polished billet aluminum end cap and they are available in chrome or optional black thermal coat. There is no mistaking the distinctive exhaust note of these unique pipes and the look let’s others know you’re serious about your bike’s performance.
Retail is $680.00 in chrome, call for pricing on the thermal coat. You can get all the details by calling 866-439-4287 or on the Web at
NEW PATRIOTIC ARTIST ON U-TUBE–Check out this artist on the you tube link below; he is truly amazing. I am organizing an 85th Birthday Tribute to Carroll Shelby, (creator of the Cobra cars among other accomplishments) @ the NHRA Museum in Pomona for April 19, 2008. The plan is to have Michael Israel there, creating a portrait of Carroll, to be auctioned off later in the evening. Hold the date open and stay tuned for further details. –George Hayward 45 MAGNUM TRIBUTE BUILD ON BIKERNET–The 45 Magnum Time Bomb is a very cool scoot. I remember many years back there was a build in I think it was Chopper magazine where they did a very similar bike. They had a photo of a big old boy holding the bike in his arms like it was a baby or maybe a prized shotgun. I don’t think they ever finished the series. Couldn’t keep the bottom end together. I think it was about 1969 are so. Cool idea though and the Time Bomb looks to be screwed together a little better. Keep up the good work, That bike was built by the mastermind behind Custom Cycle Engineering, Randy Smith. We dug up the shot and added it to the story. CCE is still cranking out all of Randy’s parts except for his sprung up, like old Triumphs. I’m still waiting.–Wrench TOP 100 RALLY MAP– We make a motorcycle map featuring the “Top 100 Motorcycle Rallies” in the nation and have listed your rally for free in the past.
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–Big Bill
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