We live and love V-twins cruisers, here at Bikernet, but some of us (well, that’s  me) also dig a more spirited kind of ride. Although I usually don’t associate Beemers with cool and sexy, Bavarian Motor Works just made a liar out of me by releasing a jaw-dropping boxer twin modern-day café racer. Behold the new BMW R nineT. BMW says this classic flat twin combines the best of two worlds: timeless, classic design and proven, yet modern technology. The 2-cylinder 4-stroke flat twin will bring a smile to every rider’s face with its powerful acceleration and the distinctive, unmistakable sound. Numerous details highlight the love and passion for the art of motorcycle construction: classic round instruments, unpainted, massive aluminium parts, a manually adjustable sprint strut, a high-quality seat bench as well as many other extras which turn the R nineT into a very special boxer. The R nineT becomes absolutely unique thanks to the customizing options available ex works. The rear section can be adapted in just a few simple steps. There are also further customizing options for the body and electrical system which permit far-reaching technical and visual adaptations – provided the right know-how is available. Find out more here with full specs and video included. Pricing isn’t available at this time…  

Harley-Davidson is acting quickly to address potential safety issues by voluntarily recalling some 2014 Touring motorcycles equipped with a hydraulic clutch system that may pose a safety issue for riders and/or passengers. The recalls include a Do Not Ride notice to owners and a Do Not Deliver notice to Harley-Davidson dealers until the motorcycle is fixed.

“The safety of our customers is our highest priority,” said Tony Wilcox, Harley-Davidson General Manager of Motorcycle New Product Delivery. “We have identified potential safety issues and are moving quickly to notify our customers and dealers. The inspection and repair of these motorcycles is extremely important, so it’s critical that our customers with affected vehicles contact their dealers immediately. We apologize for this circumstance. The company is committed to correcting the issues and providing customers with the quality experience and service they expect.”

The recalls affect 25,185 Touring motorcycles, models FLHTCU, FLHTK, FLHTP, FLHX, FLHXS, FLHTKSE and FLHRSE, and 3,861 Softail® CVOs and Trikes, models FLHTCUTG, FXSBSE and FLSTNSE, built between May 3, 2013, and Oct. 14, 2013.

Some of these motorcycles may exhibit a condition in which the hydraulic clutch system may lose the ability to generate enough lift to disengage the clutch. If the clutch does not disengage as intended, the rider may have difficulty slowing or stopping the motorcycle, which could result in an accident. Harley-Davidson has initiated these recalls to correct the affected motorcycles

The company is taking the additional measure of issuing a Do Not Ride notice to riders given the potential safety issues. The company wants owners of affected motorcycles to contact an authorized Harley-Davidson dealer immediately to arrange for an inspection. The dealer will pick up, inspect and make the necessary repairs at no cost to the owner. The repairs have been identified and should take less than one hour.

Although the National Highway Transportation Safety Administration is closed as a result of the partial government shutdown, Harley-Davidson is proceeding with these voluntary recalls consistent with NHTSA’s process.

Introducing Motorcycle Rentals by Enterprise.

Now you can hit the road the way you really want to by renting a variety of late model Harley-Davidson motorcycles from our Flamingo Road branch, located just minutes from the famed Las Vegas Strip. Experience Vegas and all its nearby attractions the way it was meant to be experienced: wide open.

For more information about Enterprise, visit www.enterprise.com.

New Red Shift Dual Piston Hydraulic Cam Chain Tensioners are the “Go-To” product for all Twin Cam engines using hydraulic chain tensioners. This revolutionary new design is simple and effective, improving cam chain tension stability, hydraulic performance, and valve train control for a quieter, better running engine.

Benefits Include
– Dual Piston Design Eliminates Chain Instability & Tensioner Shoe “Rocking”
– Facilitates Accurate Cam Timing Events for Both Cylinders
– Tolerates Common Crankshaft Run-Out (Unlike Gear-Drive Cams)
– Improves Throttle Response, Acceleration and Across-The-Board Power
– Larger Reservoir Increases Oil Flow to the Tensioners for Better Hydraulic Performance
– Precision CNC Machined and Made From Superior Materials

Patent # 8,535,187

For dealer info:

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A wide array of television programs will feature the Legendary Sturgis Buffalo Chip® in episodes to air in the coming months. The world-class concerts, crazy contests, daring stunts, and unique culture of the Sturgis campground’s Motorcycle and Music Festival have been featured in dozens of cable television programs throughout the years and will again be when upcoming Travel Channel’s Top Gear hits TV Oct. 22, when CMT’s Orange County Choppers hits mid November, and as more features follow suit. This year, the nation will be able to watch more Sturgis Rally footage from the Buffalo Chip than ever before. 

Top Gear will wrap up its fourth season on History Channel later this month with an episode filmed at the Buffalo Chip. During this finale, hosts Tanner Foust, Adam Ferrara and Rutledge Wood each start their cross-country journeys on a scooter and must pass a series of challenges in order to upgrade to more Sturgis Rally appropriate rides. Once in Sturgis, they must transport Sturgis Buffalo Chip headlining act, Sweet Cyanide, to the Legendary Wolfman Jack stage. Knowing this, the hosts with the least impressive bikes make a last ditch effort to transform their transportation into something that will fit in at the Sturgis campground. Tune in to History Oct. 22 at 9 p.m. ET to see who wins this amusing challenge.

The upcoming series premier of CMT’s “Orange County Choppers” also features footage from the Sturgis Buffalo Chip. In the episode, OCC’s fearless leader, Paul Teutul Sr., and his team have only two and half weeks to design and build a chopper to be presented to a wounded combat veteran on the Buffalo Chip’s Wolfman Jack Stage. Tune in to CMT on Nov. 16 at 9 ET/PT to see the touching moment when the Buffalo Chip and Orange County Choppers honor this Purple Heart recipient in front of a sea of die-hard motorcycle fans during the Sturgis Rally.

In August, Country Music Television (CMT) aired three hour-long specials, two of which, Biker Battles and Tunnel of Fire, are currently accessible to watch online. The episodes were filmed exclusively at the Sturgis Buffalo Chip Campground as part of its CMT Bike Week series. In September, Velocity TV featured footage from the Chip’s Biker Belles® charity event and ride in an episode of “All Girls Garage.”

“The phenomenon of the Sturgis Rally and the diversity of the biker lifestyle is captivating for all audiences, not just bikers,” says Rod Woodruff, president of the Sturgis Buffalo Chip. “These television programs give the world a look at this fascinating culture that’s been unique to the Buffalo Chip for over thirty years.”

Watch for more footage from the Sturgis campground’s 32^nd annual Motorcycle and Music Festival in upcoming episodes of Discovery Channel’s “Cops and Bikers Project,” Velocity TV’s “Café Racer TV Show” and Travel Channel’s “Trip Flip” and “Food Paradise.” More details will be announced as air dates approach. More information on Buffalo Chip TV episodes can be found and reservations can be made for the 2014 festival at www.BuffaloChip.com or by calling (605) 347-9000.

Entry fee is $10 per motorcycle. Bikes ride-in 8 am to 10:30 am. Winners in 7 categories will receive a tour of Jay Leno’s garage, plus other prizes. 

What makes this show  so special compared to other years is the high caliber of judges we have this year.

Roland Sands  is one of the judges and began his life and upbringing in the motorcycle industry, raced for GP bikes 10 years professionally (setting multiple records), then founded Roland Sands Design. His award-winning company has grown to play a pivotal role in performance custom bikes.

Then there is English born, Russell Mitchell who  will also be part of Love Ride Bike Show judges. Russell started Exile Cycles 18 years ago with a clear mission to expose Americans to clean, tough European styling.

More judges include Chica from Chica Custom Cycles, specializing in old school looks with today’s technology; Lenny Myer from Big Boy Choppers, renown custom bike builder and designer; Michael Schacht, president of Crocker Motorcycle Company

For more information about Peter Fonda Ride-In Bike Show and judges, follow this link: http://www.loveride.org/bikeshow.htm

 

By Sam Kanish of the IronWorks Blog

Every year at this time I like to remind riders that Fall brings an additional hazard; deer on the highway. It’s that time of year when they are trying to mate so like every other species they do not think or act normal and find themselves putting riders and motorists in harms way. That fact was hit home the other night when Frenchie, one of my best friends, bagged or was bagged by a nine point buck. I don’t know the fate of the deer (I hope its venison in somebodies fridge)  but Frenchie had a foot and ankle broken in 4 different places, lots of road rash, many bumps and bruises, and a concussion. Plus his beloved Road King was totaled. The area’s  first responders were busy that night as they were called to another motorcycle-deer encounter on the same road just a couple miles from Frenchie’s accident scene. That rider was also seriously injured. So, everyone out there please be careful and ride safely, especially in the evenings and early mornings if you live in deer country.

For those who didn’t get enough of the original Orange County Choppers TV series, get ready for a return of Paul Sr on Nov 16. Hang on!

Rivera Primo is set to appear at the J & P store in beautiful sunny Ormond Beach, FL. Swing by to see all their new products; they will also be on the J & P truck at the racetrack with all the great new product from their RP Tronix division like the Primo HD Xtreme sports video camera at unheard of pricing.

Rivera Primo Inc. will be displaying all their product both new & current at J & P locations from October 15th – 23rd, 2013. This event is held annually in the Daytona Beach area, but this year is slated to be the biggest yet!! See you there..

 

Algie meets the Hardtail Harlot and a partnership is forged.

By Lisa “Hun” Stankovich (AKA the Hardtail Harlot)

I met Algie while chatting in a chat room in late 2004. We hit it off immediately. We shared a love for Rockabilly music and old Harleys. Bikers like Algie are few and far between and we soon developed a friendship.

“All 60’s-style” was Algie’s battle cry that week and that morning was no different. We all met in front of Sharki’s house ready to go. I stood beside the coolest relic of a flatside shovel chop I have ever seen: the Illinois Nazi. I held my breath as Algie kicked it.

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