Happy Thanksgiving, goddamnit,
I’m trying to relax. It’s a sunny So Cal day, like summer outside on the day before Thanksgiving. The girls are running around the headquarter arguing over tomorrow’s recipe. They’re cooking a greasy duck and a gamey goose. No cranberry sauce, something with apricots and rum. I don’t know. I’m attempting to handle the news on my own. Hang on.
Did you check Bikernet Betsy’s Alaskan adventure on the Home Page? I started a ramble about all the staff members and contributors I wanted to thank for this Holiday. Politically this year has been bananas, but our Bikernet Team has grown substantially. I look forward to 2010 for what our team will deliver to Bikernet readers all over the world. So I want to continue to thank our terrific artists, George Fleming, Dick Allen, Jon Towle and Chris Kallas. We look forward to more stellar photographic contributions from Andreas in Germany, Markus Cuff, Mike Lichter, Peter Linney, Colleen Swartz, Chris Callen, the editor, and Paul Garson.
We’ll bring you more stories by Katmandu, Uncle Monkey, PJ, Felicia Morgan and Marilyn Bragg with the editing help of Bruce Snyder. And I want to thank all the terrific industry connections and readers who send us cool lost treasures, like Dale Walksler, from Wheels Through Time, Donna and Arlin, from 2Wheelers and Fatbob, with his rare antique finds. The list goes on, but it takes all these folks, including the bastard Josh Placa, to make Bikernet sing. Let’s hit the news before I start drinking whiskey too early.
HOT LEATHERS HOLIDAY SPECIAL–
In 2010 the new Environmental Protection Agency guidelines on motorcycle emissions come into effect. These ?Tier 2? guidelines will basically bring the rest of the country up to the EPA rules that are already being applied to in California. For California motorcycles there will be no real changes in 2010–
Below, find some excerpts to point out a few paragraphs for us :
Tier 1.By the 2006 model year and later, a Class III engine (having adisplacement of 280 cc’s or more) will be limited to no more than 1.4grams of HC (hydrocarbons) + NOx(nitrogen oxides) and no more than 12grams of CO (carbon monoxide) per kilometer. (CO levels remainconsistent with current levels)
Tier 2.By the 2010 model year and later, a Class III engine (having adisplacement of 280 cc’s or more) will be limited to no more than 0.8grams of HC (hydrocarbons) + NOx(nitrogen oxides) and 12 grams of CO(carbon monoxide) per kilometer. (CO levels remain consistent withcurrent levels)The more stringent EPA standards won’t affect existing motorcycles. The
Emissions limits will only apply to motorcycles and scootersManufactured after the effective date.The standards are based on comparable requirements adopted inCalifornia. The final rule extends the California requirementsnationwide two years after they initially take effect in California.This gives manufacturers the opportunity to work out any productionkinks with California being the guinea pig.
Small volume manufacturers, producing 3000 motorcycles or less peryear, with 500 or less employees worldwide, will only need to meetTier 1 standards by 2008 and are not required to meet Tier 2 standardsat all. This could always change, but is seen as a major victory.There is a once-in-a-lifetime exemption for a “custom” or “kitmotorcycle” for your own personal use, as long as you don’t sell itfor at least five years.
While some motorcycles emit less carbon dioxide, a 2005 EPA report showsThat even after the 2010 emissions standards are implemented, they willStill emit more hydrocarbons and nitrogen oxide per mile than large SUVsAnd cars.
The EPA has given concessions where we expected none. Why? Because ofyour letters and efforts by the Motorcycle Riders Foundation (MRF). The EPA received comments from a wide variety ofstakeholders, including the motorcycle manufacturing industry,motorcycle rights groups, various governmental bodies, environmentalgroups, and the general public.
Search the EPA’s Final Rule online at http://www.epa.gov/otaq/roadbike.htm#finalIn this regard, the ruling could be described as a relative victoryfor motorcyclists. Good job!
Thanks to Splatt for his research
–John Del Santo
ABATE of California
WWW.GREENPEACE.ORG
QUICK GIFTS FOR BIKE BUILDERS FROM WOLFGANG–What started in the mid-90s when a few people decided to build ?stock Softails? from aftermarket parts ? because they couldn?t buy one at the dealer ? has evolved into a full-blown industry. Today, every small town has a Chopper or Custom bike shop and every cable TV channel has a Biker-Build-Off series. No longer content to build copies of stock motorcycles, today?s builder wants a motorcycle that?s longer, lower and sexier than anything approved by a factory design team.
Wolfgang Publications and Timothy Remus were there at the very beginning of the trend with their Ultimate V-Twin Motorcycle book. Today they?re back with their new book, Advanced Custom Motorcycle Assembly & Fabrication. Part catalog, part service manual and part inspiration, this new book offers help with Planning the project, getting the right look and actually assembling that custom bike you?ve dreamed about for years.
Three start-to-finish sequences show not just how the best bikes are bolted together, but how the unique one-off gas tanks are shaped and then covered with candy brandywine paint. With 144 pages and over 400 color photos, this book from Wolfgang Publications and Tim Remus offers the help you need to build your very own custom motorcycle.
Available 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.
Advanced Custom Motorcycle Assembly & Fabrication #4-3054
Author: Timothy Remus
ISBN: 1-929133-23-5
ISBN -13: 978-1-929133-23-9
$27.95
HOW TO BUILD A CHOPPER
Choppers are back. This new book from Tim Remus and Wolfgang Publications helps builders choose the right stretched frame, aftermarket V-twin engine and radical chassis components. Interviews with long-time builders like Donnie Smith help put the chopper in perspective and give sound advice to new builders. Three start-to-finish photo sequences document and explain the assembly of a chopper in the shop of Arlen Ness, Donnie Smith and American Thunder.
Eleven chapters cover History, Frames, Engines, Suspension, Sheet metal, Wiring, Wheels, Tires and Drivetrain choices. With 144 pages and over 250 photos (over 50% in color) this book contains the information needed to choose and assemble your own very unique chopper.
Available 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.
How to Build a Chopper #4-3035
ISBN: ISBN: 1-929133-06-5
ISBN -13: 978-1-929133-06-2
Author: Tim Remus
$27.95
SPRINGER OF THE WEEK FROM ENVY CYCLES–We are about to launch a build series on Bikernet metric. In each article Trent Reker will document Terry’s classic 750 Honda chopper project. This is the hand made springer Terry built to match other elements on the bike. Watch for the features soon.
–Wrench
NEW HOT BIKERNET CONTRIBUTOR, KIMMY CRUZ– I guess you could say for the past 10 years I have got more and more involved in the motorcycle lifestyle. I started working for Thunder Roads of ARK as a sales rep and photographer. Within the first two years I went to work for The Ride Magazine of ARK, doing the same job. I was traveling to all the major events and rally representing the magazine on stage and setting up their booth as a vendor.
I started to fall in love with all my biker friends, and I was excited to travel all over the place taken pictures.
One day while taking pictures at the Broken Spoke I was asked if I would like to bartend out of Jay Allen’s 57 Chevy. I had never been a bartender before that moment. I said Ok, 38 Special was playing in the background. I sold over 90 cases of beer in less than 5hrs. It was on from there.
I was hired by Jay to work for all of his locations. I still worked for The Ride magazine for another year. I had already modeled for Easyrider with Matt Hotch and other builders. I kicked-off my website by myself and became . Kimmycruz.com I love my job, it makes my heart smile being around bikers and being involved as much as possible. I’m always looking to grow. Dreams still come true, right.
–kimmycruz
BIKERNET ENGLISH DEPARTMENT CLOSED FOR THE HOLIDAY–skulduggery skul-DUG-uh-ree, noun;also skullduggery:
Devious, dishonest, or unscrupulous behavior or activity; also: an instance thereof.
And then the inquests, and the coroner’s reports, and the hints of diplomatic cover-ups, and skulduggery in high places.
— Hilary Mantel, Eight Months on Ghazzah Street
I need a pot of rum. I’m becalmed in a sea of treachery and need to fill my sails.
–Bikernet Skullduggery Editor
Treasure Island
For instance, the Federal Trade Commission already goes after some kinds of Internet skulduggery, like selling products that promise more than they deliver.
— David Stout, “New Internet Anti-Fraud Center Announced by Attorney General”, New York Times, May 8, 2000
The origin of skulduggery is unknown. Of course, goddamnit. Only Bob T. knows the answer. It’s buried in the desert in the rusting fin of a ’59 Cadillac.
CHANCE OF A LIFETIME, TRUCK SALE–This Kentucky Air Ride trailer has tons of custom upgrades that made it perfect for vending. Custom wide stairs, double side doors plus a third side door curb side, removable etrack lofts and racking, Ramps to load car or full size truck not to mention 10 motorcycles. Water tight, air tight and insolated. Custom belly boxes built strong to carry tables and or heavy parts not just blankets like most. Water proof awning with side walls is a 45 min job for 2 people. 22,000 just to replace the awning and it comes free with the rig. This rig is clean bumper to bumper and ready to go. You won’t be sorry.
–Seth
E-Mail Seth at sethhpp@yahoo.com
HAPPY THANKSGIVING FROM D&D EXHAUST– Our entire team from D&D Exhaust would like to wish you an outstanding Happy Thanksgiving. Stay safe and keep the rubber side down – Exhaust.
TOUGH QUESTIONS FOR BANDIT’S CANTINA–What I would like to know is there anyway to pay for my membership when it runs out, besides using a charge card. Can I mail you a check or money order? Also, can I buy more than one year @ a time. Thank you for a great web site. I check it out everyday to see what your up to..
–Mike (CAPTAIN AMERICA)
Sure, and you could send us a small bag of gold. We promise, no skullduggery.?Snake
Another tale of the economy hitting shops hard–A friend is closing and liquidating to keep from starving.We said we would try to help him get some parts sold so, here goes.Parts list is long and on two pages. If there’s anything you or a friend want, email him at SPTWIndsor@aol.com
He’s a Salt Flats racer and mechanic.His name is Dennis and tell him Northern Nick sent ya.
SPTWIndsor@aol.com
BIKERNET FAMILY COUNSELING CENTER ON HOW TO HANDLE A HUSBAND (or boyfriend)–A couple was celebrating their golden wedding anniversary on the beaches in Montego Bay, Jamaica . Their domestic tranquility had long been the talk of the town.
People would say, “What a peaceful & loving couple”The local newspaper reporter was inquiring as to the secret of their long and happy marriage.
The Husband replied: “Well, it dates back to our honeymoon in America,” explained the man. “We visited the Grand Canyon, in Arizona , and took a trip down to the bottom of the canyon, by horse. We hadn’t gone too far when my wife’s horse stumbled and she almost fell off. My wife looked down at the horse and quietly said, “That’s once.”
“We proceeded a little further and her horse stumbled again. Again my wife quietly said, “That’s twice.”
We hadn’t gone a half-mile when the horse stumbled for the third time my wife quietly removed a revolver from her purse and shot the horse dead.
I SHOUTED at her, “What’s wrong with you, Woman! Why did you shoot the poor animal like that, are you crazy!?”
She looked at ME, and quietly said, “That’s once.”And from that moment….. We have lived happily every after.”
–from Jim Waggaman
Bikes & Beats Features Live Music, Tuner Girl and Custom Bike Competitions–Nothing brings the motorcycle lifestyle to bikers across the country like the Cycle World International Motorcycle Shows. Come join the nation and uncover a heart pumping new look into the world?s largest powersports tour. Reawakened.
Presenting Bikes & Beats ? an all new tour-wide mega stage designed to blast you in the face with vision, sound, and soul:Live Music & DJ | Custom Bike CompetitionHip Hop Dancers | Fashion ShowsThe Tuner Girl Nationwide Search | Rap-OffFreestyle Stunts & Entertainment
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Get your $15 Gift Card to BikeBandit.com by being among the first 35,000 online ticket orders for any of the upcoming Cycle World International Motorcycle Shows! With an average online show ticket price of $12 (when you buy at least one week in advance), it’s like getting FREE admission to the premier motorcycle show, coming to a city near you! Make Like a Bandit.
XMAS IRONWORKS MAGAZINE FOR THE HOLIDAYS–It features,American Idle Winner.Maybe it was the allure of the story about a bike loved, lost, and finally brought back home. Or perhaps IW readers simply gave the thumbs up to a cool XL. In any case, Jason ?Shoe? Shoemaker is the lastest IronWorks American Idle winner.
Then there’s Letters & Bloggers,Motor Mart,Speed?s Secrets.For many of us the ?09 season is winding down, maybe with some thoughts and dreams about a brand-new bike for 2010. But we?ll bet that for more than a few of us that?s just not in the cards.
Plus don’t miss The Works,Feature Bikes, andAgent of Chaos by Wade Ramsey.Occasionally we stumble on something really special in our own backyard. In this case we found Rich Coon?s ?03 Anniversary Sportster in Birmingham, Alabama. Purchased last year for five grand off Craig?s List, the 883 was ?brand new,? showing only five miles on its odometer.
BIKERNET ROLLIN SIXES CHOPPERS SERVICEFOLKS XMAS T-SHIRT DRIVE–Happy Thanksgiving and here’s a T shirt drive update. We’r e guessing we have over 600 shirts and CDs, with more boxes on the way. We will soar over 1,000 presents this year. The closer we get to the deadline the more stuff we receive.
Don’t forget to mention the ebay auctions we set up to help pay for shipping. We have a great red, white and blue patriotic hand made quilt. A terrific family friend worked on it for three months. The pictures in no way do this quilt justice. Folks can find the quilt by going to ebay search and typing in this item?number 360210007951.
We also have a real cool Harley Davidson cuckoo clock, when it chimes the door opens and a bike comes out and revs up. You can find this on ebay by typing item number 360210014581.
So come on everybody this is a great cause, and if you want some really cool stuff to keep, or to give someone for Christmas, throw in a bid. Don’t forget, we’ll take T- shirts and other stuff up to December 7th. Don’t forget it’s expensive to send this stuff so any help with that would be greatly appreciated.Donations for shipping can be made out to Rollin Sixes No Apologies Kindness.
I’d like to take the time to tell everyone who so far has helped us out- Thanks! And we really mean it. Without regular folks like you this would never happen.?I’d also like to tell everyone on this?Thanksgiving day to really stop and think about what you have to be thankful, because I have a feeling you’ll find out you are?more blessed that you think. Happy Thanksgiving Bandit, to you and yours and to everyone else.?
–Jerry,?Jeremy, Elvis,?crew, and families of Rollin Sixes Choppers?
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