November 24, 2005 Part 2
By Bandit | | General Posts
Continued From Page 1
SWEDISH BUILDERS VISIT BIKERNET HEADQUARTERS–I was about to launch the new Cyril Huze feature and the Lifestyle Kit of the Century offer on the home page when Gordon (above), a beautiful blond goddess and two club members rang the corporate bell. Gordon is working for West Coast Choppers for a short time then returning to his shop Unique Cycles Custom in Stockholm, Sweden, UCCYCLES.COM. Here?s some examples of his custom bike abilities.
The brothers stopped by to check out the Bikernet digs, still under construction, and invite me to their bike show in June of 2006. It?s the Twin Club MC of Norrtelje, Sweden, a 36 year old club, that presents the Custom Bikes Show each June for 30 years. This show draws as many and 500 competitors from Europe. It?s affiliated with Robin Bradley?s World European Championship. Ola E, the President and Henkan, the club Vice President wanted to see if I could support their efforts and maybe make it to the show. I?m only to happy to support any aspect of this industry, any place on the planet as long as they’re good people and not rip-offs.
The lovely Sin Wu and I will make every effort to attend next year and bring you news as the show efforts progress. In addition to representation from several European countries there?s a strong competition between Sweden and Finland. Watch for news as the event nears.
MARDIKIAN INTRODUCES NEW MUSCLE FOR THE VON DUTCH DUSTOM LINE-UP FOR 2006–Kustom Built and Road Tested are the fundamentals of one of the koolest motorcycle companies in the market. Von Dutch Kustom Cycles offers a lifestyle experience, unique with a high level of Americana detail built around quality and performance. The time has come to bring this line of high octane rolling art to the people worldwide.
The New Muscle on the road for 2006 is the addition to Von Dutch Kustom Cycles, newly appointed Vice President of Worldwide Sales and Dealer Development, Mr. Ron Starrantino, a.k.a. ?Ronstar?. Ronstar@vondutch.com will be establishing a worldwide dealer network, as well as a campaign of awareness that will spread beyond the trendsetting clothing and merchandise, taking to the roots of the kustom kulture lifestyle of Southern California. Mr. Starrantino states, ?I do not want to just set up motorcycle shops because Von Dutch Kustom Cycles are about so much more. It?s the kulture, it?s the rebel, it?s the alter ego and it?s the factor of kool. From the icon Flying Eyeball to the neon signs and vintage gas pumps, this is every little boys dream and we all know what separates men from the boys. It?s the price of their toys. We?re here to fit those needs.?
Ronstar was a nationally ranked athlete; a middleweight bodybuilder and was nationally qualified five times. His dedication, perseverance and enthusiasm paved his way to Wall Street in 1991 where within three years he was managing a firm. As an aggressive entrepreneur he went on to own a firm and bought a broker/dealer where he had level 3 trading on the NASD. He continued on with his top brokers and went onto the NYSE. Unfortunately, after the national incident that occurred on September 11th, the market started to plummet, so he retired successful and with a clean license.
In 2002, after meeting with Roger Bourget, he was the prime individual to improve New York sales, which is the original Bourget dealer on the east coast. By 2004 they were rated as the number one dealer, outselling the second largest dealer 2:1. When asked about the sales skyrocketing, Mr. Starrantino stated ?I know how to sell, so if the product is good, it?s going to sell?. He deems that Von Dutch Kustom Cycles has an edge, being very different, very unique, legally compliant meeting the EPA standards and offers a lot for the price point. Von Dutch is a manufactured specialty bike. One very popular model is the Flying Dutchman, which is affordably priced in the mid $30Ks and is truly one of the hottest Bobbers on the market today. The analogy of Ronstar is that in this business the cream will rise and the crap will seek its own level. As more Von Dutch Kustom Cycles are sold and customers are able buy their individuality, their alter ego and set themselves apart from the crowd, Von Dutch Kustom Cycles should come out on top.
The 2006 model year will unveil a new face for Von Dutch, taking a little bite out of that slipping market as three new models are introduced. One is going to be a 300 tire pro street series, a 300 tire chopper series and of course, another unorthodox Bobber. It?s going to be the hottest bikes on the market.
For Information:
Von Dutch Kustom Cycles 909.481.0600 or
info@vondutchkustomcycles.com website
HARD BIKES WANTS TO KNOW–We need your opinion. At Hardbikes we have ten new bikes with six different chassis configurations. We would like your feedback on the designs. Every week we will change the design and ask for your impressions.
Everyone that participates will be thrown into the Hardbikes sweepstakes with three winners pulled from the hat and receiving a Hardbikes t-shirt.
Finally a company that wants to know how you feel before they shove a model line down your throat. We?ll feature the insights and results on Bikernet.
IT’S WINTER PROJECT TIME!–You’re going to need something to do, why not do something really cool … … like build a LifeStyle Cycles Signature Series Chopper Kit?
SPECIAL EMAIL PRICE $14,995.99. See the article on the home page of Bikernet.com
very single nut, bolt and washer needed to build a super cool custom chopper! When you buy the LifeStyle Cycles Signature Series Chopper Kit, you get everything you need to build the custom chopper of your dreams! From the huge, polished 110ci motor and open primary to the custom chromed exhaust system, billet grips custom wheels and leather seat … the only thing you need to do is add is paint and gasoline. All this for only $14,995.99! So why are you sitting there reading this email? Call or email ANOTHER INDIAN MOVIE REVIEW–While in Las Vegas last weekend I saw “The worlds fastest Indian”, a movie about Burt Munro from New Zealand. Anthony Hopkins played Burt and the movie was great, it’s scheduled to be released to the public in Jan ?06? This guy made his own engine parts like pistons, cams etc. without the machinery we are used to. The movie is a must see, probably the best motorcycle FLICK ever made. Also check out this web site to get an idea of how he spent his life building this motorcycle, it?s really interesting. BIKERNET ON CAPITAL HILL– After hearing that Bush still didn’t know whether he was alive, Osama himself decided to send Bush a letter in his own handwriting to let him know he was still in the game. Bush opened the letter and it appeared to contain a coded message: 370HSSV 0773H Bush was baffled, so he e-mailed it to Condi Rice. Condi and her aides had no clue either, so they sent it to the FBI. No one couldsolve it so it went to the CIA, then to NSA. With no clue as to its meaning, they eventually asked Britain ‘s MI-6 For help. MI-6 cabled the White House: “Tell the President he’s holding the message upside down.” –from AJ Cyril Huze Bobber”Kiss My Wheels”Story Of The Bike Is Published Online On Bikernet.com–Read It By Going To: –Cyril Huze LONG BEACH BIKE SHOW–Get ready for the biggest motorcycle show of the season! Check out the NEW 2006 models at the Cycle World International Motorcycle Shows presented by Toyota Trucks coming to Long Beach Convention Center on December 9-11. Demo Rides Suzuki Giveaway BOSS Stunt Show Vintage Displays Product Giveaways S&S HOLIDAY OFFERS– The holiday season is here and we want to thank you for your continued support this year by offering you a special discount on Friday, November 25th, 2005. Just point your browser to Be sure to enter redeem code FS051125 to take advantage of this special offer. As you know, our new 2006 Apparel and Accessory guide–full of new designs for everyone in the family-was released recently and clicking the link above will take you to the perfect place to do your holiday shopping. Whether you need holiday gifts for your wife, girlfriend, kids, riding buddy or just want to upgrade your wardrobe, this sale is the perfect reason to avoid the crowds at the mall on Friday and let your browser do the shopping. Remember, this sale is just one day only, so be sure to visit This 15%* savings offer is only available when you enter redeem code FS051125. Thank you again for all of your support this year and we hope this is a great holiday season for you and yours. –S&S Cycle Continued On Page 3
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November 24, 2005 Part 1
By Bandit | | General Posts
Happy Thanksgiving Damnit,
I?ll be brief. Football games are starting, turkey is cooking, whiskey?s waiting and the fun?s beginning. We have lots to be thankful for, so stop and take heed. Take a moment to think and plan for the future. We run too fast at our lives constantly. Take some time with your brothers, friends and co-workers. Then take some time with the opposite sex, take lots of time.
Let?s hit the news:
NEW HOT OIL BAG FROM CRIME SCENE–It?s cast aluminum, holds about 2.5 quarts, but allows you to mount it in any tight spot in any direction you choose. It?s slim sleek and has old school class.
HUGH KING ROCKS AGAIN–Hot New Biker Build-Off is back. 13 episodes are being produced for the Discovery Channel. Hugh King is the man and he?ll produce and direct each episode. ?It?s the Build-Off with a twist,? Hugh said in Vegas last weekend.
2005 AMD PRO SHOW WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP/BIG TWIN WEST ANND CUSTOM CHROME DEALER SHOW ALL IN VEGAS– Iron & Lace Calendar cover bike builder Roger Goldammer Repeats Victoryin Las Vegas at 2005 AMD World Championship of Custom Bike Building.
Las Vegas, Nevada, Nov 17-20th 2005 – Roger Goldammer of Goldammer Cycle Works, Canada, returned to the 2005 American Motorcycle Dealer magazine (AMD) Pro Show World Championship of Custom Bike Building held this year at the Mandalay Bay Resort Convention Center in Las Vegas to claim the coveted World Championship Builder title for the 2nd time in the Show’s 2 year history. The entry list for the Championship featured 152 bikes from many of the top builders from around the world, making this the biggest pro caliber custom bike contest ever held.
Judging in the Radical Builders Class was conducted by the builders themselves, with each builder asked to choose their 12 favorite bikes, in order, with points awarded down from 1st choice. Goldammer was awarded the top prize by a judging panel of his peers, rather than a structured set of rules and categories with points for chrome and paint outweighing important concept and creativity.
Goldammer’s winning green single cylinder retro bike was an extension of his retro Goldammer Board Track racer which won last year’s show and is featured on the cover and inside the FastDates.com 2006 Iron & Lace There were many exotic customs at the Show with possibly more exciting chassis designs, but what made this retro 1920’s green bike a winner in the eyes of the other builder’s was Goldammer’s innovative all hand built single cylinder motor based on American V-Twin design components, and forced fed by a beautiful belt driven supercharger. Unfortunately, despite the highest turnout of quality pro built bikes ever, the AMD Pro Show World Championship will not return to America next year.The AMD Pro Show will return to Europe to regroup with their successful European Bike Building Championship. To order by mail specify the calendar name, quantity, your name, address, and phone number. Mail with check, money order, Visa/MasterCard info for $16.95 each, plus $6 S&H per US order. International orders should consult the FastDates.com website for ordering information.Mail to: FastDates.com Calendars, 13275 Paxton Street, Arleta, CA 91331 YOU CAN ONLY SAY THE FOLLOWING ON THANKSGIVING– 1.Talk about a huge breast! –from Joe Lankau
2. Tying the legs together keeps the inside moist.
3. It’s Cool Whip time!
4. If I don’t undo my pants, I’ll burst!
5. Whew, that’s one terrific spread!
6. I’m in the mood for a little dark meat.
7. Are you ready for seconds yet?
8. It’s a little dry, do you still want to eat it?
9. Just wait your turn, you’ll get some!
10. Don’t play with your meat.
11. Just spread the legs open and stuff it in.
12. Do you think you’ll be able to handle all these people at once?
13. I didn’t expect everyone to come at once!
14. You still have a little bit on your chin.
15. How long will it take after you stick it in?
16. You’ll know it’s ready when it pops up.
17. Wow, I didn’t think I could handle all of that!
18. That’s the biggest one I’ve ever seen!
19. How long do I beat it before it’s ready?
BUCK LOVELL?SMOTORCYCLE ART PRINTS ON BIKERNET–From more than 35 years of riding & shooting motorcycles, with a camera of course!
All 13? X 19? prints offered by Buck Lovell are photo-poster art derived from 35 years of his legendary motorcycle photography. The prints are produced on archival (100 plus years) paper, using archival pigment-base colors and professionally mounted on black museum quality board ready for matting and or framing. All prints are signed by the artist unless otherwise ordered. All prints are numbered and limited to an Edition of 1000 for each image.
On the print will be a number such as 1/1000 indicating that this print is number one of 1000 etc. The prints will be supplied sealed in crystal clear, extra durable BOPP film bags for protection.
MSRP $79.00 Plus Ship/Handling $12.00 Prints can be ordered direct from www.Bikernet .com, CHECK THE BIKERNET BLACK MARKET.
BIKERNET?S BONNEVILLE RACE GIRL, VALERIE REPORT–VT Race Girl Bikernet.com Update ? November 16, 2005The Strip Las Vegas Motor Speedway ? Jim?s Las Vegas National presented by Barnett Clutches November 12-13, 2005.
The one word that describes the biggest of them all?AHDRA?s Grand Finale–Las Vegas National?s—the last race of the season? AMAZING! VT ended her race season as the #1 qualifier in the Super Sport class with an index of 10.30. She executed a 10.31 @ 129.64 mph. VT participated in the #1 qualifier ceremony on Sunday with great big smiles and was the ONLY GIRL. In round two, she lost due to bad reaction time. However, she raced in two other classes. Raced her 2000 Custom Fatboy in the ET class and made it to round two. Also participated in the Screamin? Eagle Performance Las Vegas Shoot Out. Mr. Tripp Nobles took VT out in the third round. The fourth Annual Las Vegas High-Stakes Shoot Out had a $15,000 purse. This was the best race weekend to date for VT with many more like it to come!
VT Race Girl is becoming a serious contender. Of course she has great support and the bike ran great?Thanks to the guys at Custom Performance and Bikernet.com.
Track conditions were excellent, along with beautiful weather! We all could have not asked for a more perfect weekend. The AHDRA points are being added up this week?We will know in the next few days how VT placed for her first year of drag racing with the AHDRA.
What is next for VT?On her way to Las Vegas for the V-Twin Expo show, then rest for the holiday and back on the track for more test-n-tune. She is working to be the racer-rider for Hacienda Harley Davidson?s (Scottsdale, AZ) 2006 Destroyer bike. In December, Valerie will attend the Frank Hawley?s Drag Race School. She will ride a Pro Stock bike, which is a 7-second bike at 170mph. At the Vegas race she had a chance to meet George Bryce?looking forward to his world class training program.
A special note from Valerie:On Monday, November 14, the 2005 AHDRA Awards Banquet was held honoring our 2005 Champions. Good food, short & long speeches and many picture opportunities. Congratulations to my friend Jamie McNaughton, 2005 #1 V-Rod National Champion! Jamie has been a great mentor and supporter throughout the year; I could not have done it without him!!! Not only a great racer, an all-round good guy?–Valerie
MAUI BIKERS TAKE FATALITIES HARD– With five motorcycle deaths so far this year, more calls are heard for road safety courses.WAILUKU, Brian Vierra recalled the last thing he advised fellow motorcyclist Robert Schuitemaker: “Keep the rubber side down.”
“You know me,” Schuitemaker told him.
“That’s why I’m telling you to keep the rubber side down,” said Vierra.
Vierra learned the next morning that Schuitemaker, 39, a friend for 15 years, had died in a motorcycle accident.
“I couldn’t say anything. I just hung up the phone and cried.”
On the Valley Isle, the friends and families of several motorcyclists have been mourning recently, as the number of motorcycle-related fatalities has jumped.
Four out of the last five traffic fatalities on Maui have been motorcyclists, bringing the total to five for the year, compared with one last year and one in 2003.
“Three of five operators were inexperienced drivers, and that may have been a contributing factor in the crash,” said police Lt. Jeffrey Tanoue, head of the traffic section.
Tanoue said police were still investigating the fatal accidents, but in at least two alcohol is suspected as a factor.
Police traffic investigator Duke Pua said Schuitemaker might have survived if he had been wearing a helmet.
The number of motorcycle drivers is increasing in Maui County as well. There were 2,854 motorcycles registered in Maui County in June, compared with 2,568 in 2004, and 2,386 in 2003.
Tanoue said he suspects with the increase in fuel costs, more people are purchasing motorcycles.
New riders mean more inexperienced riders on the road, Tanoue said.
Ken Moskow, a motorcyclist and former Maui police officer, said drivers of motorcycles should be required to take a safety course.
Moskow, who teaches a motorcycle driving safety course at Maui Community College, said he feels it is more important for motorcyclists to take a class in driving safety because of their vulnerability, compared with car drivers.
Moskow said his course, which costs $175, includes instruction in how motorcyclists can sometimes avoid putting themselves in potentially dangerous situations.
Tim Isbell, owner of Lahaina-based Hawaiian Motorcycle Manufacturing, agrees education is the key and that new drivers as well as those starting to be motorcyclists again after a long lull should receive some course training.
–By Gary T. Kubota, STAR BULLETIN
BIKERNET HOUSEHOLD ADVICE–Some guy bought a new fridge for his house. To get rid of his old fridge, he put it in his front yard and hung a sign on it saying: “Free to good home. You want it, you take it.”For three days the fridge sat there without even one person looking twice at it. He eventually decided that people were too un-trusting of this deal. It looked to good to be true, so he changed the sign to read: “Fridge for sale $50.” The next day someone stole it.
While looking at a house, my brother asked the real estate agent which direction was North because, he explained, he didn’t want the sun waking him up every morning. She asked, “Does the sun rise in the North?” When my brother explained that the sun rises in the East, (and has for sometime), she shook her head and said, “Oh, I don’t keep up with that stuff.”
I used to work in technical support for a 24/7 call center. One day I got a call from an individual who asked what hours the call center was open. I told him, “The number you dialed is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.” He responded, “Is that Eastern or Pacific time?” Wanting to end the call quickly, I said, “Uh, Pacific.”
My colleague and I were eating our lunch in our cafeteria, when we overheard one of the administrative assistants talking about the sunburn she got on her weekend drive to the shore. She drove down in a convertible, but “didn’t think she’d get sunburned because the car wasmoving….”
My sister has a lifesaving tool in her car It’s designed to cut through a seat belt if she gets trapped. She keeps it in the trunk.
My friends and I were on a beer run and noticed that the cases were discounted 10%. Since it was a big party, we bought 2 cases. The cashier multiplied 2 times 10% and gave us a 20% discount…
I was hanging out with a friend when we saw a woman with a nose ring attached to an earring by a chain. My friend said, “Wouldn’t the chain rip out every time she turned her head?” I explained that a person’s nose and ear remain the same distance apart no matter which way the head is turned…
I couldn’t find my luggage at the airport baggage area. So I went to the lost luggage office and told the woman there that my bags never showed up. She smiled and told me not to worry because she was a trained professional and I was in good hands. “Now,” she asked me, “has your plane arrived yet?”
–from Art Friedman
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November 18, 2005
By Bandit | | General Posts
Compiled & Edited by Bill Bish,National Coalition of Motorcyclists
THE AIM/NCOM MOTORCYCLE E-NEWS SERVICE is brought to you by Aid to Injured Motorcyclists (A.I.M.) and the National Coalition of Motorcyclists (NCOM), and is sponsored by the Law Offices of Richard M. Lester. For more information, call us at 1-(800) ON-A-BIKE or visit us on our website at
CONGRESS CONSIDERS CONSUMERS’ “RIGHT TO REPAIR” Congress recently held hearings regarding the right of American consumers to have access to information regarding the repair and maintenance of their cars, trucks and motorcycles from the manufacturer. Currently, motor vehicle manufacturers are only required by the EPA to provide information about emissions on board diagnostics systems, but nothing pertaining to other repairs or services. This effectively prohibits owners from taking their vehicles to non-dealer repair facilities or from performing repairs or maintenance themselves.
The Motor Vehicle Right to Repair Act of 2005 (HR 2048) was introduced in May by Congressman Joe Barton (R-TX) and Edolphus Towns (D-NY), and was heard November 10 by the Energy and Commerce subcommittee on Commerce, Trade, and Consumer Protection. The bill would penalize manufacturers for withholding information necessary to diagnose, service or repair their motor vehicles.
If you feel that consumers should have the right to choose how and where their vehicles can be serviced and repaired, then please weigh in on this important issue by contacting your Congressional Representative in Washington, D.C. by calling 202-224-8601 and ask them to support or co-sponsor HR 2048.
GAS HIKES FUEL BIKE SALES If you think you’re seeing more bikes on the road these days, you’re right! As gasoline prices escalate, so have sales of motorcycles, as consumers opt for a more economic mode of transportation, and more fun too!
Motorcycles get 50.1 mpg on average, while passenger cars get 22.3 mpg and light trucks and SUVs get only 17.7 mpg.
A motorcycle with a 5-gallon tank can go 200-250 miles between fill-ups, which cost less than $15, while a luxury car or light truck/SUV can cost $40-$50 to travel the same distance.
It’s numbers like these that have cost-conscious motorists driving less, trading in their gas-guzzling SUVs for compact cars or hybrids, or going whole hog and buying a motorcycle.
Motorcycle dealers nationwide have reported double-digit increases in sales since Hurricane Katrina drove gas prices over $3.00 a gallon, and even now that the price at the pump has come down slightly, motorcycle sales are still brisk. And most new buyers are citing gas prices and fuel economy as a major factor in their decision to start riding, or to ride again.
Sales of on-highway motorcycles are up 16% compared to the same period last year (July through September), according to the Motorcycle Industry Council, and the purchase of new motorcycles is on track to exceed the one-million mark for the third straight year, marking the 13th consecutive year of record sales.
And while cooler weather typically signals the end of motorcycling in many regions of the country, the high cost of fuel has many motorcyclists considering a longer riding season.
WORLD MOTORCYCLE DEMAND EXPECTED TO EXCEED 41 MILLION Worldwide demand for motorcycles is forecast to advance 4.9 percent annually through 2009 to 41.6 million units, valued at almost $40 billion. Demand for all categories of motorcycles is expected to remain healthy, despite the slowdown in growth in key markets such as China, which is rapidly transitioning away from motorcycles and toward cars for its transportation needs. Increased growth in all categories will also be seen in developed markets, where rising fuel prices and (in some markets) continued restrictions on car use are stoking interest in the exceptional fuel economy and cost effectiveness of motorcycles. While the market for large and expensive high displacement motorcycles will also remain strong (at least through 2009), concerns regarding demand have emerged due to the aging of the customer base, especially in the United States and Western Europe. These and other trends are presented in “World Motorcycles,” a new study from The Freedonia Group, Inc., a Cleveland-based industrial market research firm.
In essence, according to their November market analysis, there are two separate motorcycle markets. One is centered in the industrialized Triad (i.e., the US, Japan and Western Europe), where motorcycles are seen as pleasure vehicles by consumers who already have one or more automobiles. The other, much larger market in unit terms is found in the emerging economies of Asia, where motorcycles are seen as primary family and work vehicles. These vehicles are cheaper, smaller and less powerful than Triad motorcycles.
Unlike the light vehicle industry, which has consolidated down to a handful of key global players, numerous motorcycle original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) exist, especially in Asia, which represents the heart of global light motorcycle demand. However, competitive intensity is increasing, evidenced by the ongoing price wars in China, Vietnam and other Southeast Asian markets. Furthermore, restrictions on motorcycle use in large metropolitan areas of China and some other Asian countries will likely cause a shift in demand away from urban areas to more rural markets. While Asia is dominant in terms of unit volume, most key players derive far higher revenues per unit from sales in developed markets such as North America. The clear profitability implications of this difference reveal why so many manufacturers compete so hard to sell machines in North America.
REGENT PAYS HALF MILLION FOR LENO’S HARLEY It wasn’t for the prestige of owning a motorcycle once owned by late-night TV host Jay Leno, or the 78 celebrity autographs inscribed on the bike, but for charitable convictions. Southeast Missouri State University regents president John Tlapek said he submitted the highest bid on E-Bay for Jay Leno’s Harley-Davidson – a half million dollars — because he wanted to help people. All of the proceeds went to the American Red Cross hurricane relief fund.
“I thought it would be a good thing to do what I could do to help those who were negatively affected by the tragedy in the Gulf region,” said Tlapek, who already owns two Harleys.
Tlapek, a private equities investor, appeared on “The Tonight Show” on October 5 and talked with Leno for a few minutes. “He seemed like a real nice guy,” Tlapek said.
Tlapek, who regularly donates to charities, said it took him a while to figure out the celebrity signatures. Luckily, the show sent him an instructional video.
Bill Cosby and Arnold Schwarzenegger wrote their names on the gas tanks. Geena Davis, Shaggy and Jessica Alba scribbled their names on the saddlebags. Matthew McConaughey and Jennifer Love Hewitt autographed the front fender.
As far as the motorcycle, Tlapek said he doesn’t have any plans for it right now. For him, that’s almost beside the point.
“I just have always felt like it was important to give back to the community,” he said. “That doesn’t have to mean a donation of dollars. It can be a donation of a person’s time or talents. It’s just important to give back.”
RIDE AGAINST MCBRIDE More than 80 motorcyclists turned Myrtle Beach’s City Council meeting on Tuesday, October 25th, into ?The Ride Against McBride?, an event to criticize Mayor Mark McBride’s earlier statements that he would like to “nudge” bikers with his car. McBride?s inflammatory remarks came during a council meeting as he was explaining that he wanted to ban explicit T-shirts from sale and from being worn in public because his children shouldn’t be exposed to the sort of T-shirt he saw being worn at the fall rally by a biker; “It was very tempting to kind of nudge the guy on the bike (with my car),” McBride told council members.
Some of the outraged bikers attending the City Council meeting to protest McBride’s comments wore T-shirts that read; “Warning: ‘Nudge’ at your own risk” on the back. Other bikers wore T-shirts that said, “Bump me, I will bump you back” and “Nudge McBride off the ballot.” Most felt that McBride’s statements were more offensive than anything they’d ever seen on a T-shirt.
But don’t bother calling or writing McBride to complain, as he has since been defeated in his bid for a third term as Mayor of Myrtle Beach by 576 votes to a political newcomer, John Rhodes.
“Mayor McBride’s reckless comments set off a firestorm of Anti-McBride activity within the biker community,” said Fred Ruddock, state coordinator of ABATE of South Carolina. “McBride lost virtually every motorcyclist vote.”
Joining McBride in the unemployment line is blatant biker basher Cynthia Powell, losing her bid for Town Council after centering her campaign on her desire to eliminate the two motorcycle rallies held in May each year in Myrtle Beach.
JANKLOW CONVICTION UPHELD South Dakota’s highest court has upheld Bill Janklow’s conviction for a 2003 crash that killed a motorcyclist, rejecting the former congressman’s argument that there wasn’t enough evidence for a guilty verdict.
Ruling unanimously, the state Supreme Court also found that Janklow had received a fair trial.
Janklow, 65, was convicted of second-degree manslaughter and reckless driving for killing 55-year-old motorcyclist Randy Scott in August 2003 on a rural highway near Trent.
Authorities said Janklow sped through a stop sign. Janklow has said he was in a diabetic stupor and remembers nothing about the crash.
Janklow, a political power in South Dakota who also served four terms as governor, resigned from the House in January 2004, a month after his conviction. He completed a 100-day jail sentence but had hoped to use the appeal to clear the felony from his record. He is attempting to regain his license to practice law in the state.
BIKERS SHIELD MOURNERS One side rides motorcycles to fight what they believe is an abuse of free speech. The other side uses words and posters that, for some, seem to stretch the boundaries of First Amendment freedoms, but to them are their God-given right.
In August, a group of bikers became outraged when they heard that Fred Phelps and members of his Westboro Baptist Church in Topeka, Kan., were planning to picket and protest U.S. soldiers’ funerals, claiming that God is killing soldiers because He hates America, so the bikers formed the Patriot Guard, a grassroots organization that’s quickly gaining momentum.
Composed of veterans’ motorcycles groups, motorcycle enthusiasts, Christian motorcycle groups and people who simply consider themselves patriots, the group provides a human barrier at funerals to protect mourners from hearing and seeing the protesters.
So far, the riders have attended three funerals. The first was Staff Sgt. John Dole’s funeral in Chelsea, Okla., on Oct. 11; 40 riders from Kansas participated. The second funeral was for Army Spc. Lucas Frantz in Tonganoxie, Kan., on Oct. 17; 120 riders attended that one. In early November, more than 150 cyclists participated at the funeral for Sgt. Evan Parker in South Haven, Kan.
For the Oklahoma funeral, the group revved their cycles’ engines; in Tonganoxie, they recited the Pledge of Allegiance; and in South Haven, they recited the pledge and revved their engines to drown out the protestors’ chants.
The Patriot Guard would like to see laws changed either prohibiting people from protesting funerals or restricting the area or hours where protesters can be heard.
NEWS OF THE WEIRD: “DIEING TO RIDE” Tijuana police discovered a passenger aboard a motorcycle involved in an accident was in fact a corpse which the driver had been carrying through the rough border city strapped to his back.
The motorcycle driver lost control and skidded in the downtown area; when a policeman approached to investigate the mishap, the driver fled on foot. The police officer checked the passenger, who had been seated behind the driver and found it was the corpse of a man who had died at least six hours earlier.
The corpse was wearing a helmet and beneath it his head had been wrapped in a towel and bound with tape, apparently to keep blood from dripping from a head wound. The corpse was also wearing a lifejacket the straps of which had apparently been used to tie him to the driver.
Police said the dead man had wraps of methamphetamine in his pocket and an unkempt appearance, which led investigators to believe the killing was drug related.
“We think the killer was trying to take the body to a more deserted area to dispose of it,” said Francisco Castro, a spokesman for the Baja California state police’s homicide division.
QUOTABLE QUOTES: “The strongest human instinct is to impart information, thesecond is to resist it.”
Kenneth Grahame, (1859-1932) Scottish Author & Essayist
November 17, 2005 Part 4
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THE BEST PROTEST SIGN AT THE SEPTEMBER RALLY IN WASHINGTON–“Would someone please just give him a blow job so we can have him impeached?!”
CHARITY BIKE BUILD 2006–My name is Jason McCudden, I am the owner of South Side Kustoms. I am a new custom motorcycle shop in the Buffalo, NY area. As being a part of this community, as a business owner I would like to do my part to put something back into it. So together with Jesse, the owner of Club Diablo, we are working with the Food Bank of Western New York to make Charity Bike Build 2006 a reality.
Starting May 25th 2006 South Side Kustoms and Club Diablo will be hosting a weekly bike night. The main feature of our weekly event will be a custom motorcycle built by South Side Kustoms that will be raffled off at the end of the summer season. All proceeds are to benefit the Food Bank of Western New York and The Make A Wish Foundation.
In recent years, motorcycle events have been huge and continue to grow every year. So we feel this is a prime opportunity to reach this sector of our community with this spectacular event. Many biker events are known to sponsor charities so we know this a group of people that care about people in our community.
Tickets are going to be sold for this bike at $20.00 each. They will be available thru South Side Kustoms, Club Diablo and the Food Bank of WNY. Every measure will be taken to make sure this charity event will be a huge success. Between all parties involved we plan on taking full advantage of every media available to promote this, by means of television, radio, magazines, handing out flyers at public events. But in order to make this charitable event a reality we need help from you, our suppliers, local businesses and community supporters.
The following pages are a breakdown of parts and monies needed to make this Charity Bike Build a reality. Every and any donations are greatly appreciated. We have set up a sponsorship program to fit everyone’s bracket.
South Side Kustoms and Club Diablo would like to thank everyone in advance for your support and generous donations. We know Charity Bike Build 2006 will be a success and we look forward to working with you on this event and many more to come.
Total Build Tally = $18,494.00
Advertising = $2,000.00
Total = $20,494.00
Jason – South Side Kustoms email =
southsidekustoms@adelphia.net
Jesse – Club Diablo email = info@clubdiablo.com
Lori Stachowiak- Western New York Food Bank
email = lstachowiak@foodbankwny.org
TRIBUTE TO DAVID MANN–The Mann is on the ceiling, so every time I tip a beer I tip it to him. Built bikes with flathead Fern and Micah in the valley 25 years ago. My Pan is next.
–Cindy Keig
OPEN LETTER TO THE EPA, IF IT APPLIES–This may apply to you or some one you know. It will definitely apply to you in the future. You can change some it to apply to your situation but letters should go to legislators about this.
— ROGUE
To Whom It May Concern:
I own and manage _______________ (enter company name here), a ________________ (motorcycle dealership, motorcycle service center, motorcycle parts provider) and a member of the local business community. I want to make you aware of what is happening to one of the fastest growing industries in our region and directly impacting our business success. Motorcycle sales and registrations are reaching all time highs and the custom parts and other related businesses are growing along with this increase in sales. While revenues are up and this mode of transportation continues to provide possibly the single largest fuel conservation effort in the country and much of the world, the United States government is approaching severely deflating this source of jobs, economic revenue and fuel conservation by changing the standards under which my small business can modify or produce motorcycles.
The United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has chosen to ignore the best interests of the motorcycle small business community in their decision making process. The EPA specifically targeted the motorcycle aftermarket business sector by limiting the number and type of motorcycles we can produce. These new standards are impossible to comply with and successfully run the type of business that I do. We hope, in our support of the Motorcycle Riders Foundation, to correct this injustice before the implementation of emission standards enacted by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) which are so unreasonably strict that our small business will not be able to maintain current personnel and operate at a profitable level.
The rule they are enacting to control emissions is far too broad in its expansive restrictions, far beyond actually controlling emissions. Their proposal would:
* Restrict the manufacturing of motorcycles in volumes less than 3000/yr virtually eliminating the currently booming and very popular custom chopper industry
* Cease the modification or customization of motorcycles by their owners or local service center
*Apply these unreasonable restrictions without giving the industry the opportunity to implement it’s own emission controlling policies
* Deplete a multi-billion dollar industry and the jobs it creates and supports.
Motorcycle consumers depend on my small business to fix what they cannot on their motorcycles and/or supply parts they can install themselves. My business is an important link between keeping motorcyclist’s wheels rolling and also to provide these consumers with a choice as to what changes they want to make to personalize their motorcycles, no matter what brand they decide they feel comfortable riding. We independent shops and consumers need each other to survive the future with the freedoms we deserve. Many consumers do not wish to maintain a relationship with a franchised dealer for their repair and modification work, and undoubtedly deserve the right to other choices.
The EPA operates under its own authority, with little or no Congressional oversight which is why the motorcycle small business community desperately needs your help. Through congressional pressure we are hoping to keep the new rules from eliminating our exploding cottage industry and associated jobs. With your support and the help of other elected officials and community leaders we can stop the rash deterioration of arguably one of today’s most uniquely American industries.
The new regulations will eventually put us out of business. Only the manufacturer’s dealers, namely the industry’s largest few, will be able to work on these bikes because of the anti-tampering provisions of the Emissions Standards rule. Eventually, no one other than the dealer, not even the owner, will be able to work on these bikes. The only modification of motorcycles with the new EPA rules will be, in the EPA’s own words color and chrome. Without your help, I may be forced to close my business entirely. Please do not hesitate to contact the Motorcycle Riders Foundation in Washington D.C. should you have questions or need any additional information.
As true aficionados of clean air and the great outdoors, we riders and business persons in the motorcycle industry fully recognize and support the need to control noise and emissions and as such are willing and anxious to form a nationwide effort to develop and install self-monitoring policies and guidelines for industry improvements to protect the precious environment that we and our children live and ride in.
Thank you for your attention and prompt action toward this very important matter.
Regards,
–from Rogue
VAGABOND CHOPPER COMPANY REPORT–The shop was on Speed Tv’s Corbin’s Ride On back in August and things are going good-More guys that want a chick to build them a bike than I thought there would be. I am actually really happy about that as most women irritate me, slightly hehehe- well I am hoping that you will be here in South Florida for the Dec HR Finals. I would love to meet you after decades of reading your stuff.
I will be riding my newest build to the event and I would love to show you a simple but not so simple chopper- that you would appreciate. I thought of you today as I looked up to show someone the article you wrote about David Mann many years ago. It is on my office wall. Don Rogers said that my office looked like a David Mann museum. I liked that piece when it first came out as it allowed me to get to personally know him to through your writing. He was an incredible artist and I am sure an even more incredible human being.
I look forward to hearing from you when you get time. Hey again thank you for that spot in the magazine back in April that helped set up the things that have happened since.
Always my pleasure,
“The Vagabond Chickie”
Athena
BIKERNET STEALTH BIKE WORKS REPORT FROM NC–Last weekend STEALTH BIKE WORKS was at the annual C.B.A swap meet here in Charlotte. The swap meet is always a good time. A time to see old friends, a time to swap stories, some true, some not so true. One thing that stuck in my mind from the swap meet was how many people I saw with the “Flipped H-D patches” and even a couple of trailers were sporting “Flipped Bar+Shields.”
It looks like that “Big Business, Corporate America attitude” may be starting to catch up with old H-D? While at the swap meet, we were located across from a helmet vendor. It was amazing to watch how many people put the helmet on backwards while trying them on??????
It has been a couple of weeks since I have sent anything in. “The Meanest” and I moved in to the new house, along with our pit bull puppy J.C. Things are starting to get organized. As far as SBW goes we are chugging along. We have “dished” the sides, or ” flipped” the sides on a set of 5 gallon fat bob tanks. They are cool! There are pics of them in the Sunday post. We already have an order to do a set for a customer. If anyone else is interested give us a call at 704-882-0889. We also have in the works a rack to put your detachable tour-pak on when you are not using it. This rack is made by Alternative Machine and will be availiable at SBW.
It is amazing when you open a shop how everyone thinks you are rolling in money! This is anything but the truth. It is also amazing to hear how opening a shop is “everyone’s dream.” I guess what you see on T.V. has made it that way. For the ones who are true to themselves, I say go for it. To the ones who think they will be rich in six months, I say think again. If you are not doing it for the love of doing it, you are doing it for the wrong reasons.
This is a tough business, you earn your keep and you earn your business, it doesn’t come easy. There are a lot of risks involved with no guarantees. There are sacrifices you have to make everyday, some of which are very hard to do. The question you have to keep answering is “How bad do you want it?” Another thing is that there never is enough money to do everything all at once, so you have to pick and choose as you go. Again there are no promises or guarantees. I go with my gut a lot and some may say that is the wrong way to go, but I have never been one for reports and charts. To me this takes your heart and soul out of it and that just isn’t me. It is funny how your perspective on things change when you open your own shop. I used to think a long time ago that everything H-D was cool and I would look forward to the next “new” item they would come out with. I have lost all faith in what they are about. Those flipped patches did look cool! The really cool stuff comes from the aftermarket shops. The shops you see with the lights on late at night. They are there because they love what they do. Support your local aftermarket shop. Think about what it would be like without them!
Right now we have two ground up projects and a shop project going on, so we have surprised some people and maybe ourselves a little bit. As winter approaches we are planning on getting our name out even more. We will be at the Easyrider Bike Show here in Charlotte in February.
Yeah, so far it has been a roller coaster ride and we are still hanging on and we probably will never get rich, but I guess we are already rich in a lot of other ways. Having the chance to do what we love to do on our own terms, doing things our way, and doing what we love! Yeah, I guess you can’t buy any of that at any price!
Until next week, RIDE!
–STEALTHMAN
SUCKER PUNCH UPDATE–I have attached a few pictures of the SPS bike thatwill be in the world championship in Vegas thisweekend along with a few other pics for the Thurs.news. We look forward to a complete build-to-feature on Bikernet.
–Ken
NEW KENDON LIFT–No……………you need a new lift……………..if you have the old round tube lift. The new lift (photo enclosed) has square tubing used in the scissors (far less labor to assemble) rather than the labor intensive round tube scissors previously used.
Attached is a photo of the chopper lift latest version. Both the front and rear section can be detached to remove the front and rear wheels. We also have a “builders kit” that holds a frame securely allowing ongoing construction on the lift even when the motorcycle has no fork or rear suspension. The builder kit hold the frame suspended just above the lift surface.(The builder kit BOLTS DOWN on the lift for a secure work station).
–Buck
Kendon Lifts
“Buck”
IS THAT THE NEWS OR WHAT?–This industry in 2006 will shake like an earthquake. There’s so much going on. I’m currently working with Gard Hollinger of LA Chop Rods and Scott Long of Central Coast Customs on a movie or television show treatment. Ya never know. Motorcycles are on a upswing from so many directions, yet we’re facing restrictions like never before. We’ll keep you posted of anything that moves, good or bad.
I’m working on an article on Boss Hoss and Saxon for the next American Big Twin Dealer rag. I need to write my wild vintage car race report and there’s something I’m forgetting. Oh, two more bike features are headed to the site.One is a complete build from Departure Bike Works in Richmond, VA. You’ll love this bike.
We’re beginning to nail down our Bonneville effort. We’re running two Bikes: A turbo charged V-Rod by Custom Performance in Phoenix and a 45 Flathead we’ll build here, with Departure Bike Works and of course my Panhead sport bike with Accurate Engineering, but the competition in the Big Twin area is fierce and I don’t expect any records, just the adrenaline rush of getting down the salt. Hang on for reports.
The last chapter of the first Chance Hogan book was posted in the Cantina last week in the Books section. You can read the entire unedited book now, as a member and several other books. Next year I will edit, rewrite and publish the dam thing. Hang on.
Have a helluva weekend.
–Bandit
November 17, 2005 Part 3
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WELD INTRODUCE NEW SIZES AND STYLES IN CHROME–Kansas City, MO- Another first from Weld is their new 17″ x 12″ one-piece forged billet wheel that was designed, engineered and manufactured specifically for Avon’s new 330 tire series. Mark Finnie, Vice President/GM of Weld’s Motorcycle Division stated, “Unlike the 2-piece 18″ x 14” Monster wheel that we developed exclusively for the new 360 series tires, this new wheel is actually produced from a single billet forging and has been tried and tested by many of the world’s top custom bike builders.
Weld’s latest additions to the “wide tire wars” (17″ x 12″ and 18″ x 14″ wheels) are now both offered in luxurious chrome, backed by an exclusive 5-warranty or show quality polish. No other “wide wheel” manufacture can make this claim! Both of these wheels are now available in the following styles: Recluse, Starburst, Redneck, Blade, Trotta, HotMatch and Creations. Additional styles are on the drawing board and will be announced soon. Both of these “wide tire” wheels are available in several different hub applications including driveside, split hub driveside and standard applications.
“We have always been an innovator and leading force in all of our other market segments and this same philosophy has been applied to our motorcycle division.” “It takes a “family” of experts to design something that hasn’t been seen yet”, Greg added.
Weld is also known for their revolutionary “Flare Series” wheels which have much more dimension to them and appear to have a 3D effect. All the “flare series” front wheels have an integrated hub and the rears are either pulley/hub or driveside. You must use Weld’s rotors and pulleys on this series of wheels. The “Flare Series” wheels are available in the following sizes: 18″ x 10″, 18″ x 8.5″, 18″ x 5″, 18″ x 3.5″, 21″ x 3.25″ and 21″ x 2.15″ and are currently available at dealers nationwide.
Watch for additional “flare series” wheel designs along with the introduction of two-piece rotors. Weld is also adding 17″ x 6.25″ wheels and the “reintroduction” of the 18″ x 4″ to accommodate the larger tire sizes that Harley-Davidson is now offering with their new models.
Please call 866-753-4289 to receive Weld Racing Motorcycle’s ’05 catalog featuring their complete line of wheels, rotors, pulleys, sprockets, billet calipers and apparel or visit http://www.weldmotorcycle.com on the internet. Weld Motorcycle, 6600 Stadium Drive, Kansas City, Mo. 64129
BAKER HAS GEARING SOLUTIONS– On my gearing I ended up at the Baker web site and they had charts showing every combination and explained each as to what it will do for you (great site). I`ll get ahold of Ness and see who is making his kits and contact them to see they have what I`m looking for or can cut me an offset bearing spacer. I`m 56 yrs old and been building and riding since the age of 19. Started my own business 13 yrs ago and still have questions when building . It`s nice to have a site like yours to be able to ask these questions.
Thank you,
–Dennis
D.A.CUSTOMS
RHODES IN AS MYRTLE BEACH MAYOR– Mark McBride must say goodbye to City Hall.After 12 years on City Council, including eight as mayor, McBride lost by 576 votes Tuesday to political newcomer John Rhodes, McBride’s former boss and the executive director of the Beach Ball Classic.Rhodes, who had 180 fewer votes than McBride in Nov. 1’s election, beat out Councilwoman Judy Rodman to face the current mayor in the runoff.
McBride garnered 1898 votes Tuesday. Rhodes earned 2474 votes.
–By Emma Ritch, Sun Times
–Rogue
MY STOLEN BIKE AT THE ‘LOVE RIDE” ON 11/13/05– PLEASE READ MY TRUE STORY– Hello, my name is Jim McClain and I would like to tell you about my custom motorcycle that was stolen at the LOVE RIDE on 11 / 13 / 05. This would be the second year my wife and I attended this event.
My wife Stacy and I were on our 2001 custom built bike by THUNDER EAGLE in Corona, Ca. and our friends Shawn & Tammy were on their new factory bike. We arrived at the event at about 11:30 AM and we were directed into a grass area just right of the entrance of the Castaic Park. I parked our bike and locked it with a wheel lock that bolts to the rear brake rotor. We then went into the event for a couple hours and when we came out to leave at 2:45 PM our beautiful bike was gone.. I cannot express to you the utter disbelief and gut-wrenching sorrow we felt!
I immediately ran about 40 feet to where a police officer was standing directing traffic the whole time and told him of my bike being stolen. He called two officers by radio who were only 40 yards or so away from us and they immediately came to my location. They exited the cruiser and walked with me to where my bike was last seen(where I parked it on the grass ). The officers proceeded to make a report when all of a sudden my friend Shawn yelled out, “JIM, THERE GOES YOUR BIKE!!!!” The thief was riding right past us on the main street just off the grass parking area about 60 yards.
I asked the officers to radio the patrol car at the intersection we could see that the thief was heading towards. They said, ” We are.”
To my complete shock the group of bikes stopped at the intersection for about 30 seconds or so then proceeded to pull away. This intersection was in our sight and there were two police cruisers and at least two officers standing within 10 feet from my stolen bike at this point. I turned to the two officers standing next to me with a bewildered look on my face and asked them why didn’t they stop the guy. They glared at me with a blank look on their faces and one of them said, “We are trying.”
I said to them, “Lets get in your car and chase them down. We can catch him! He’s right there!!”
They said, “No, just wait here.”
I stood there with my heart in my throat as my wife was crying and we watched our dream bike disappear from our line of sight. I instantly thought of the next two intersections that they would incounter, with police officers at each of these points. I thought for sure they would stop this guy at one of these points. We would get our bike back and this punk would go to jail. Four or five minutes go by with no info and the officers telling us nothing. At this point, we realize this guy could be getting on the freeway by now and our chances of getting our dream bike back is dramatically slipping away. After a few more minutes I started asking the officers questions:
Why didn’t you stop the first intersection for less than a minute or two and we could have caught them?
Officer Diaz said, ” We tried but there was radio static.”
(I could have ran up the that first intersection in less than 30 seconds!)
Why didn’t they stop the next two intersections with officers already positioned there?
Officer SOOHOO said. “We are trying.”
(We could have caught up to the guy at the second intersection if we just got in the police car and tried!)
I can’t understand the incompetence and lack of aggressiveness shown by officer DIAZ & SOOHOO from parks services bureau CASTAIC STATION, as well as the overwhelming amount of Police and Highway Patrol officers that were there could not stop the guy right in front of them.
I still can’t believe our dream bike is gone and the worst part is we didn’t have insurance coverage. Our previous insurance company (PACIFIC SPECIALTY INS.) cancelled us because the bike was custom built and I wasn’t able to find a new company to insure the bike yet. My wife and I work hard, we don’t make a lot of money, we have four children and it is a tragedy for us to lose our bike. I just wanted to share this with you with the hope that you could do something to prevent this from happening to someone else.
THANK YOU FOR TAKING THE TIME TO READ THIS LETTER,
–JIM & STACY McCLAIN
(951) 850 – 7373
ANOTHER WORLD’S FASTEST INDIAN REVIEW–I don’t know if any of you guys went, but we got a preview of “The World’s Fastest Indian,” a new movie about Burt Munro starring Anthony Hopkins. You need to go see it –and take the wife and kid, they will all enjoy it.
Tell your readers too. It is also that long-awaited good movie about motorcycles.
You can learn more at the website and see a trailer:www.worldsfastestindian.com.
It has limited openings in NYC and LA in a few weeks (for Oscar consideration), but I don’t think it will show other places until early Feb. Do not miss it.
–Art Friedman
SEMINOLE HARDROCK ROAD HOUSE SCHEDULE OF EVENTS SPONSORED BY BIKERNET.COM–
Friday Dec. 2nd (4:00pm – 10:00pm)
4:00pm – 5:00pm Candy Show (Contests and Giveaways)
Miss Hawaiian Tropic International, Ashley Smith – Calendar signings
5:00pm – 5:15pm Purrfect Angelz
5:15pm – 5:30pm Program music with Emcee Candy
5:30pm – 6:00pm ICEMAN
6:30pm – 6:45pm Purrfect Angelz
6:45pm – 7:00pm Candy Show (Contests and Giveaways)
Miss Hawaiian Tropic International, Ashley Smith – Calendar signings
7:00pm – 7:30pm ICEMAN
9:00 – 9:15pm Purrfect Angelz
8:150pm – 9:15pm HT Pageant
9:15pm – 9:30pm Candy Show (Contests and Giveaways)
Miss Hawaiian Tropic International, Ashley Smith – Calendar signings
9:30pm – 9:45pm Purrfect Angelz
9:45pm – 10:00pm Program music with Emcee Candy
Saturday Dec. 3rd (10:00pm – 6:00pm)
10:00am – 1100am Program music with Emcee Candy
11:00am – 11:15am Purrfect Angelz
11:15am – 11:45am Candy Show (Contests and Giveaways)
Miss Hawaiian Tropic International, Ashley Smith – Calendar signings
12:00pm – 12:30pm ICEMAN
12:30pm – 12:45pm Purrfect Angelz
12:45pm – 1:00pm Program music with Emcee Candy
1:00pm – 1:15pm Candy Show (Contests and Giveaways)
Miss Hawaiian Tropic International, Ashley Smith – Calendar signings
1:15pm – 1:45pm ICEMAN
2:00pm – 2:15pm Purrfect Angelz
2:15pm – 2:30pm Program music with Emcee Candy
2:30 – 2:45pm Candy Show (Contests and Giveaways)
Miss Hawaiian Tropic International, Ashley Smith – Calendar signings
2:45pm – 3:15pm ICEMAN
3:30 – 3:45pm Purrfect Angelz
3:45pm – 4:00pm Candy Show (Contests and Giveaways)
Miss Hawaiian Tropic International, Ashley Smith – Calendar signings
4:00pm – 4:15pm Program music with Emcee Candy
4:15pm – 4:45pm ICEMAN
5:00pm – 5:15pm Purrfect Angelz
5:15pm – 6:00pm Program music with Emcee Candy
JAMMER ?JUMPIN? ROLLING CHASSIS KIT–Is this a bad-ass look or what! Designed by our Jammer tech crew, this rolling chassis kit is for riders who want to stand out from the crowd. Some of the highlights are:
Straight leg style rigid frame for rear chain drive with 4? stretch in down-tubes and 38 degree rake (includes frame cups & heavy-duty bearings)
4? over black Jammer springer front end
Bottom mount 12V headlight
GMA front brake
16? apehangers with risers & heavy-duty bushing kit
16? chromed 40 spoke single flange front wheel with 5.10 X 16? wide whitewall tire, rim strip, tube and axle kit
16? chromed 40 spoke dual flange rear wheel with 5.10 X 16? wide whitewall tire, rim strip, tube and axle kit
Round aluminum 4-quart oil tank
Smooth bottom Sportster style gas tank
6? flat rear fender
Chrome sissy bar
Sparto style taillight
Chromed ?oval? floorboards
Heavy duty kickstand and bracket
All necessary hardware.
Use our Pandemonium engine (#02208), one of our 4-speed Kicker tranny?s (#?s 30650, 30660, 30655 or 30665) and our new open belt primary drive kit (#633702) to complete your build.
PN 695153 ?Jumpin? Bail? Rolling Chassis Kit
Retail Price $5558
Jammer Cycle Products are distributed exclusively through Custom Chrome.
Call 1-800-359-5700 for details.
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November 17, 2005 Part 2
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FINAL CALL FOR TICKETS TO THE WORLDS FASTEST INDIAN PREMIER IN VEGAS–Final preparations are being made with Magnolia Pictures and Brenden Theaters for the upcoming exclusive motorcycle industry screening of the movie THE WORLDS FASTEST INDIAN, starring academy award winner Sir Anthony Hopkins,This Saturday night Nov 19th 8:30pm in the Brenden Theater inside the Palm Hotel in Las Vegas Nevada.
If you haven’t already secured your ticket, you can call Sylvia Cochran today at 478-237-3761 before 5pm Eastern Time.
Magnolia Pictures spokesman Jeff Rechert said, “We’re very excited to be working with AMA/Prostar and USRider News to bring THE WORLDS FASTEST INDIAN directly to the motorcycle industry and enthusiasts” Rechert also said that the official release date for the general public is late January and this screening will be one of the first opportunities the motorcycle industry and a few lucky enthusiasts will have to view the film. There is only one showing at 8:30 pm and seating is limited. FREE tickets will be provided on a first come first serve basis
About the Movie: Anthony Hopkins stars as New Zealand motorcycle racer Burt Munro. After a lifetime spent perfecting his Indian Scout motorcycle, Burt sets out, against all odds, to establish a new land speed record in 1967 at the Bonneville Salt Flats, Utah at almost 185 mph and had unofficial but timed speeds of 201mph on other visits. It’s a record that remains unbroken to this day.
Sylvia Cochran
PAUL COX EXPANDS EXPERTISE AND HITS THE ROAD–Paul Cox of Indian Larry Legacy Does More than Leather, he builds Fabulous Custom Bikes from Scratch.
Paul Cox of Indian Larry Legacy has earned a place in the motorcycle industry as the leading hand tooled leather seat maker. Paul’s custom made, one off seats are legendary and true works of art. What most don’t know is that Paul creates one of a kind, true custom bikes that are also real works of art.
Born in Richmond, VA Paul started building contraptions out of any materials he could find. Anything from soapbox cars; to boats; to robots; to hang gliders; to go-carts Paul did it all; then built his first chopper in 1976. The bike was red, white and blue with a four horse power Briggs and Stratton engine. Since that time, choppers have become an integral part of Paul’s life.
Completing art school in 1989 Paul moved to New York City, where he met Indian Larry. The duo always built from one simple concept_ a motorcycle should look like a machine and functionality always comes first. Wrenching gave Paul a good opportunity to grow as a master leather craftsman also. “The bikes we were building needed more than just a seat out of a catalog” said Cox. “Our bikes were destined to become “characters” the seat being the finishing touch to their personalities” Cox finished. Just as the Blacksmith’s did decades ago, Paul works leather by hand and tools as the master craftsman did in the old west.
Paul and Larry made quite a team, building beautiful bikes that ran like a dream. After the tragic loss of Larry, Paul needed to push forward and keep the shop running and producing one of a kind masterpieces on two wheels. Paul continues to work at the shop he and Indian Larry created in Brooklyn, NY.
“I knew I had to continue the work Larry and I started so long ago. My leather work is still a passion for me and I produce a limited number of seats a year, but the building and fabricating is where Indian Larry Legacy is deeply rooted. Everyone at the shop has clear direction on how to deliver the best product possible” said Cox.
A new product line is available through the shop, including Paul’s patented Rigidaire? seat system for hard tails. Invented by Paul several years ago, this system delivers a ride equal to a bike with full suspension without compromising the stripped down, rigid look. The list of unique, hardcore chopper parts continues to grow regularly through the ongoing efforts of Cox and crew. To see the Rigidaire system, check out www.paulcoxleather.com
In addition to building custom bikes and prototyping new parts, Paul Cox also stays busy on the road attending major rallies and shows nationally. This fall and winter you can find Paul at the Easyriders Centerfold Tour shows across the country. Paul is there to meet and talk to folks about their bikes and dream bikes and also to share some fond memories of Indian Larry. There are so many.
Paul Cox Leather is owned and trademarked by Paul Cox. Indian Larry and Indian Larry Legacy are owned and trademarked by Indian Larry Legacy, Inc.
To learn more about Paul Cox, Indian Larry Legacy, see the upcoming show schedule or to get directions to the shop in Brooklyn, NY visit www.paulcoxleather.com or www.indianlarry.com.
RICK’S HOUSE OF CUSTOM GRAND OPENING– November 20th will see German wheel maker Rick’s Motorcycles open the doors of their workshops for an open day at their Baden-Baden ‘House of Custom’ facility in Germany.
Rick, known for his wheels and parts, will present his latest project customs that are painted on-site by Wild Air Hoerby.
Visitors will be able to see wheel manufacturing ‘live’, and several of the parts and accessories that have made Rick’s Motorcycles one of the fastest growing vendors in Europe.
RICK’S MOTORCYCLES
Baden-Baden, GERMANY
Tel: +49 7221 39390
Fax: +49 7221 3939150
E-mail: info@wheelsforwinners.com
http://www.ricks-motorcycles.com
BIKERNET DATING ADVICE–What is the best thing about dating a homeless woman?
You can drop her off anywhere.
–from Skooter
MOTORCYCLE TRANSPORTATION FACT SHEET–NUMBER OF MOTORCYCLES COMMUTINGOut of a total 129,141,982 commuters in this country (USA, 2003) 147,703 of them ride motorcycles to work regularly. That’s only 0.11 percent. US Census BureauOf all the motorcycles registered in the USA, (6,567,197) 4.3% of them are used for year-round primary transportation (282,389), with an additional 9.9% used seasonally for this purpose (932,542 total). Motorcycle Industry Council
NUMBER OF MOTORCYCLES ON THE ROAD
As of 2003, there were 5,370,000 motorcycles regularly in use in the United States. US Department of Transportation, Bureau of Transportation StatisticsAs of 2003, these 5,370,000 motorcycles traveled an average of 1,800 miles a year per motorcycle (9,539,000,000 total miles). US Department of Transportation, Bureau of Transportation Statistics
TRAFFIC CONGESTION
The average roadway delay per person in 2001 was 26 hours per year and in 2003 it was 47 hours per year, an increase of 81%. The average commute time one way is 25 minutes. Texas Transportation Institute
JOURNEY TIMES
The average United States driver travels 29 miles per day and is driving a total of 55 minutes per day. (This is an average vehicle speed of 32 mph.) US Department of Transportation, Bureau of Transportation StatisticsTests comparing car and motorcycle performance on real journeys suggest that traveling by motorcycle can shorten journey times by as much as 33 minutes of every hour for town centre and city travel, and 20 minutes of every hour for travel through a mixture of built-up and non built-up areas. Motorcycle Industry Association (UK)
POTENTIAL AGGREGATE BENEFIT
Motorcycles cover 1-2% of the total distance traveled by road, and cars cover 86%. If 2% of car commuters switched to motorcycles or scooters, the current level of motorcycle utility use would effectively double. Motorcycle Industry Association (UK)
Average 2002 annual household private vehicle expense is $7,371. This is divided into $3,665 for vehicle purchases, $1,235 for gas and oil and $2,471 for insurance and misc. US Department of Labor Statistics, Consumer Expenditure Survey
PARKING SPACES3 – 5 motorcycles fit per automobile parking space. Ride to Work
TOTAL FUEL CONSUMPTION – 2003
Motorcycles 191 million gallons (50.1 avg mpg x 1,800 miles per year per motorcycle)
Passenger Cars 74,590 million gallons (22.3 avg mpg x 13,000 miles per year per car)
Light Truck/SUV 56,302 million gallons (17.7 avg mpg x 13,000 miles per year per Lt Trk / SUV)
US Dept of Transportation, Bureau of Travel Statistics
NORMAL WEEKDAY MOTORCYCLE COMMUTING DAY FUEL USED (estimated)
150,000 commuting motorcycles x 5 mi average commute distance x 2 (both ways) = 1,500,000 motorcycle commuting miles per day. 1,500,000 motorcycle commuting miles @ 50 mpg (avg) = 30,000 gallons per commuting day.100,000,000 commuting passenger cars, light trucks and SUV’s x 6 mi average commute distance x 2 (both ways) = 1,200,000,000 car, light truck and SUV commuting miles per day. 1,200,000,000 car, light truck and SUV commuting miles at 20 mpg (avg) = 60,000,000 gallons per day.
RIDE TO WORK DAY FUEL SAVINGS (estimated)
150,000 motorcycles use 30,000 gallons per normal commuting day x 2 (an estimated 150,000 added motorcycles on Ride to Work Day) = 60,000 gallons used by motorcycles on Ride to Work Day. 60,000 gallons used on Ride to Work Day – 30,000 gallons used by motorcycles on a normal commuting day = 30,000 additional gallons used by motorcycles on Ride to Work Day.
On Ride to Work Day, there are an estimated 150,000 additional Ride to Work Day commuting motorcycles and 150,000 less commuting car, light truck and SUV’s. A 6 mile (avg) commute x 2 (both ways) x 150,000 commuting car, light truck and SUV’s = 1,800,000 car, light truck and SUV miles. 1,800,000 car, light truck and SUV miles / 20 mpg (avg) = 90,000 gallons. 90,000 less car, truck and SUV gallons – 30,000 more gallons used on Ride to Work Day = 60,000 less gallons of fuel used on Ride to Work Day. If every work day were Ride to Work Day, 60,000 gallons saved x 250 work days = 15,000,000 less gallons used per year.
Be Safe, –Joe Tatro rider@berkshireriders.com –from Rogue TOP TEN THINGS ONLY WOMEN UNDERSTAND– AND, the Number One thing only women understand: WORLD MOTORCYCLES DEMAND TO EXCEED 41 MILLION UNITS IN 2009–CLEVELAND, OH — (MARKET WIRE) — 11/15/2005 — Worldwide demand for motorcycles is forecast to advance 4.9 percent annually through 2009 to 41.6 million units, valued at almost $40 billion. Demand for all categories of motorcycles is expected to remain healthy, despite the slowdown in growth in key markets such as China, which is rapidly transitioning away from motorcycles and toward cars for its transportation needs. Increased growth in all categories will also be seen in developed markets, where rising fuel prices and (in some markets) continued restrictions on car use are stoking interest in the exceptional fuel economy and cost effectiveness of motorcycles. While the market for large and expensive high displacement motorcycles will also remain strong (at least through 2009), concerns regarding demand have emerged due to the aging of the customer base, especially in the United States and Western Europe. These and other trends are presented in “World Motorcycles,” a new study from The Freedonia Group, Inc., a Cleveland-based industrial market research firm. In essence, there are two separate motorcycle markets. One is centered in the industrialized Triad (i.e., the US, Japan and Western Europe), where motorcycles are seen as pleasure vehicles by consumers who already have one or more automobiles. The other, much larger market in unit terms is found in the emerging economies of Asia, where motorcycles are seen as primary family and work vehicles. These vehicles are cheaper, smaller and less powerful than Triad motorcycles. Unlike the light vehicle industry, which has consolidated down to a handful of key global players, numerous motorcycle original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) exist, especially in Asia, which represents the heart of global light motorcycle demand. However, competitive intensity is increasing, evidenced by the ongoing price wars in China, Vietnam and other Southeast Asian markets. Furthermore, restrictions on motorcycle use in large metropolitan areas of China and some other Asian countries will likely cause a shift in demand away from urban areas to more rural markets. While Asia is dominant in terms of unit volume, most key players derive far higher revenues per unit from sales in developed markets such as North America. The clear profitability implications of this difference reveal why so many manufacturers compete so hard to sell machines in North America.— –from Rogue ART FROM THE BIKERNET CULTURAL CENTER–Photograpic scenes from Biktoberfest ’05, by Whiplash, Biker Photog. BIKERNET STRIP REPORT–I know it’s been awhile since we talked. I had an amazing final race in Las Vegas last weekend. I ended up winning the Pro Stock race, had my first 7 second pass, got interviewed by ESPN’s Inside Dragracing, won the West Coast Pro Stock Championship and placed 4th in the National Points race. I also made the semi-finals in the SEP class and won two rounds of racing in the ET class. I’ll let you know when the race will be on Inside Drag racing on ESPN. –Stan Sheppard Continued On Page 3
10. Cats’ facial expressions.
9. The need for the same style of shoes in different colors.
8. Why bean sprouts aren’t just weeds.
7. Fat clothes.
6 Taking a car trip without trying to beat your best time.
5. The difference between beige, ecru, cream, off-white, and eggshell.
4. Cutting your hair to make it grow.
3. Eyelash curlers.
2. The inaccuracy of every bathroom scale ever made.
1. Other women.
http://www.bikerrogue.com 
Stan@chbullco.com
November 17, 2005 Part 1
By Bandit | | General Posts
Hey,
It’s another wild weekend here at the Wilmington Bikernet Headquarters. Last weekend, during Love Ride parties I was dismayed to find that Wilmington, California was named after Wilmington, Delaware. No offence to the east coast unit, but what kind of bullshit is that? Banning named the town after the town he grew up in. He needed a creative writing course. I say we change it to Smugglers’ Cove.
Thought I would kick back this weekend, but the entire industry is merging on Las Vegas for the Big Twin Dealer show and Bradley’s World Championship. I’m flying out for a day. Let’s hit the news. I’ve got to pack, plan out the women I want to see and the Vegas night life. Business can wait:
TP’s Pro Vent (circle R) Rocker Boxes–Bethel, CT -TP Engineering is proud to introduce their new patented Pro Vent (circle R) Rocker Boxes. These are the very same rocker boxes found on every new Big Dog Motorcycle and used by top custom bike builders worldwide like Paul Yaffe, Russell Mitchell, Dave Perewitz, Donnie Smith, Jerry Covington, Coast to Coast Choppers and many others.
CNC-Machined from 6061 billet aluminum, TP’s two-piece rocker box is innovative in design and function. Tom Pirone, President and “Head Design Engineer” for all of TP’s products stated, “Functionally, we’ve reengineered the way oil separates from the air and air flows out from the engine. The end result: easier air movement separates the air from the oil more efficiently and nearly eliminates oil carryover into the air filter.” Basically, TP’s patented design eliminates oil carry-over and features an exclusive breathing system for a quieter, better performing engine.
“These rocker boxes also have a sleek appearance and will compliment any top end. They look incredible, but perform even better”, concluded Duke Wainright, Vice President of TP Engineering. TP’s Pro Vent Rocker Box stanchions are machined integrally into the rocker box for added strength, and not as a separate piece. Additional benefits include: The two-piece wedge design allows far easier access to internal parts for service and maintenance. Extra wall thickness reduces noise and adds stability, reliability.
All TP Pro Vent Rocker Boxes are chromed to a show quality mirror finish and are available on all TP Pro-Series? engines (114″, 121″ and 124″) and are also sold separately. Pro-Vent rocker boxes will fit Evolution?, Big Twin?, Sportster?, and Twin Cam engines. Each kit includes rocker shafts and all necessary hardware for easy installation.
WORLD FASTEST INDIAN REVIEWS– What a coincidence that you wantto go to Bonneville because I went to a screening of that new movie TheWorld’s Fastest Indian, last night- the true story of New Zealander BurtMunroe and his 1920 Indian. It was a very good flick. Just the story alonewas interesting and entertaining, should appeal to many people even if theyaren’t motorcycle or Bonneville fans.
I highly recommend it.http://www.worldsfastestindian.com/main.html
–Eric Ellis
Senior Editor
Hot Bike Magazine
STURGIS HOME FOR SALE-BEFORE IT HITS THE MARKET–Just thought you might know someone who would be interested in this:We are selling our wee house. It is a little over 700 square feet, two bedroom, one bath, large garage (20×30 I think). $65,000.00. It is on Park Avenue and 9th, one block north of Lazelle, two blocks west of the J&P Cycles building, in walking distance to Main Street and vendor locations west of Junction.
It isn’t fancy and wouldn’t appeal to any of your friends, however it would be perfect for an industry person who brings people to the rally and needs accommodation for them, as well a storage.
It’s been a good space. The yard is particularly pretty and a nice private space to relax during the summer months. Loads of trees and, if I might brag, a lovely garden. House/garage was painted two years ago. Roof is new, hardwood floors in the two bedrooms, laundry room, washer and dryer will stay, as will the stove and window air conditioner unit that is more than adequate for the small space. If they utilized the living room area, the space would easily sleep six people. The garage is insulated. We have Jon’s truck, the Honda Accord and three bikes in it every day plus Jon’s work space.
Six mature oaks, one mature elm, several lilacs, a 20 foot cottenless cottonwood, a young maple, a fast growing Box Elder tree and a 10 foot ornamental crab apple.The portion of the yard that is right off the alley (between Lazelle and Park) has a six foot privacy fence. Property is 100 feet long by 50 feet across, long and narrow. Built the rock path myself!
If you know of anyone who might be interested have them give me a ring 605.490.3033
–Pepper
Da Vinch Motorbikes–Our Bikes-We produce one of the nicest looking MotorBikes around. We custom paint every tank and pinstripe every tank in house with your choice of color. We also add a springer front end on all bikes add headlight and brakelight included in our low price.
We can produce the Scanty (plain), the Bobber( hot rod style), The Retro (50’s look)or The Classic( all the bells and whistles). Prices starting at $700 US
About Us We are a small assemby shop located in Southern California. We take pride in the appearance and the quality of the ride that you get from a DaVinch Motorbike.Under 48 cc Motorized Bikes for transportation and fun. They are not mopeds nor motorcycles, but provide their own unique style of excitement and fun. They are also very fuel efficient and can get up to120 mpg ( actual mpg will vary with your riding style) A trip around the park, a quick hop to the store or just cruising the neighborhood can be as much fun as a long road trip on a large motorcycle.
DaVinch Motorbike
729 Basin St Unit A
San pedro, CA 90731
310 831-0433
www.davinchmotorbike@aol.com
ARLEN NESS– King of Choppers– KING OF CHOPPERS is the title of a new book about Arlen Ness. It is by Michael Lichter, the well-known motorcycle photographer, who received assistance from his subject. The foreword is by Sonny Barger.
The book is hardback and contains 192 pages, including a pictorial history of the bikes built by Arlen Ness over the years together with a biography of the builder.
The book is available from Arlen Ness and should prove a popular line – especially at Christmas.
ARLEN NESS
Dublin California, USA
Tel: 925 479 6350
Fax: 925 479 6351
E-mail:
METRIC REVOLUTION COMING– Top Custom Motorcycle Builders in the Nation Compete on First Nationally Televised Metric Biker Build-Off; www.metrictv.com
The producers of the “Metric Revolution”, an exciting new reality TV series, announces the names of 10 Cruiser, 10 Sportbike, and 4 Rookie builders chosen to showcase their unique ability to create radical custom “metric” motorcycles right before your eyes!
Boca Raton, FL (PRWEB) November 15, 2005 — Multi-Media Marketing & Production, Inc. has launched the first ever all “metric” biker build-off. Premiering in 2006, this national television series will provide American viewers the first ever exciting behind the scenes look into the world of the “custom” metric motorcycle industry. By combining Japanese, Italian, British, and German import motorcycles, this evolution will modernize the word “metric” into a household name.__The “Metric Revolution” (www.metrictv.com) will follow 20 professional builders and 4 rookies to their home towns to provide a revealing insight into each contestant’s life and personality.
The American audience will watch the trials and tribulations of each builder as they convert a stock metric motorcycle into “one-off” customs while competing for thousands of dollars in grand prizes.
National Television viewers will be able to participate in interactive voting for their favorite contestant. “We are going to bring you the “American Idol” of biker build-offs!” stated Danielle Spandau, Executive Producer of “Metric Revolution”.__Cruiser Division:_Andy Manna, “Viking Motorcycle Co.”, Antonio Renzi, “Modesto Customs”, Brad Ruel, “The Wrench”, Don Gray, “Don Gray Customs”, Doug Keim, “Creative Cycles”, Jaxon Fyffe, “Wildcard Customs”, Mike Dusold, “Dusold Designs”, Mike Stafford, “MGS Custom Bikes”, Sam Nehme, “Broward Motor Sports”, Todd Anglani, “Afterhours Cycles”__Sportbike Division:_Adam Canni, “Canni Designs”, Carlos Navarro, “Carlos Custom Sportbike”, Dean Kawczak, “LBF Customs”, Dennis Vazquez, “Pit Stop Motor Sports”, Jason Sapp, “C&S Customs”, Jim Ballard, “Parts/ Chrome Unlimited”, Mike McCoy, “McCoy Motorsports”, Nick Anglada, “Custom Sportbike Concepts”, Robert Fisher, “Roaring Toyz”, Stephen Kehler, “TOCC”__Rookies:_Carl Stephens, Dana D’Oench, Ray Neff, Thomas.
Graves__Co-hosts John Vaughan-Chaldy and Jessica Prokup will provide a peek into the evolution of the Metric Revolution. “This industry is just bursting at the seams!” states John Vaughn-Chaldy. The first episode of this 13 week series was taped during Biketoberfest 2005 in Daytona Beach, FL, and the final custom builds will be unveiled during Bike Week 2006.
INMATES BUILDING TRUE “OUTLAW” CHOPPERS– Billings Gazette, USA – CARSON CITY, Nev. – If you’re looking for an “outlaw” motorcycle, Nevada prison officials have a deal for you – a custom, high-powered chopper that costs $40,000 or more and is built by real outlaws.
The prison system’s “Big House Choppers” venture is expanding from a small wooden shed involving a few motorcycle-savvy convicts to a larger prison shop in southern Nevada that will employ as many as 30 inmates.”We are producing the only true outlaw motorcycles being produced by outlaws in the United States,” Howard Skolnik, head of the state’s prison industries program, said Monday.Skolnik boasts that buyers also will receive a certificate that confirms pieces of scrapped prison cell bars went into their bikes – in the form of 5-inch-long fender supports.
“Little things like that make these bikes look desirable,” he said.Skolnik told a legislative oversight panel that payment of a $15,000 licensing fee to the state Department of Motor Vehicles will clear the way for sale of the custom choppers.”You know, there’s no accounting for bad taste, senator,” Skolnik said to state Sen. Bob Beers, R-Las Vegas, who asked for details on the program and its market appeal. “People want these bikes. They really do.”
The venture, with the motto “Built with Conviction,” started at the Southern Desert Correctional Center, but may soon move into a 10,000-square-foot area within a large industrial building at the High Desert State Prison. Both prisons are in southern Nevada.
Two convicts are now building the choppers and already have produced their first, a cherry-colored motorcycle with a big, 110-cubic-inch engine and a prison guard tower painted on it.
Skolnik said a young inmate who worked on the first motorcycle recently was released and, because of the skills he learned in the prison industries program, quickly got a job paying nearly $20 an hour.
Nevada’s prison industries programs go well beyond making license plates and include old car restoration, making draperies, embroidery work and concrete casting. The programs are designed to be self-supporting, so they don’t rely on taxpayer money. Inmates can earn $5.15 an hour for their work, and learn a trade that will help them once they’re released.
–from Rogue
OWNERS RIGHT TO REPAIR ACT– Congressional Hearing on the Motor Vehicle Owners Right to Repair Act (HR2048)The Energy and Commerce subcommittee on Commerce, Trade, and Consumer Protection met on November 10th to question the motor vehicle manufacturers and aftermarket part industries on the “Right to Repair” bill. Under current law, motor vehicle and motorcycle manufacturers must make available publicly, only information pertaining to the emissions on board diagnostic systems under an Environmental Protection Agency mandate. This results, in some cases forced owners to return to the dealership for other repairs that might have been less expensive and more convenient to fix at a local mechanic or even by getting their own hands dirty.
The rapid advancement in braking, ignition, security and safety technology has resulted in more sophisticated diagnostic tools and equipment that manufactures are reluctant to make available to the shade tree mechanic or vehicle owner. Without access to the same training and tools made readily available to those within the dealership network, many small shops are being forced to turn away work. In fact in a survey of aftermarket automotive technicians, over fifty percent of them have turned away one to six jobs a month.
Consumer safety is also compromised when local repair shops of choice aren’t provided information to conduct certain repairs causing drivers and riders to avoid some needed repairs due to costly dealership service prices.This legislation is nothing new, the coalition of groups that supports the legislation has been attempting to right this wrong for almost six years. So, why is it taking so long? During a hearing on this measure in the 107th Congress it was decided that the disputing parties would attempt to resolve the issue with a non-legislative answer. Their answer was to set up an independent council comprised of aftermarket and motor vehicle manufacturers and agree on the way to share the information in question voluntarily. However an agreement was never reached because of a lone holdout in the manufacturers’ camp, an expensive and top of the line European manufacturer.
Back to the hearing, Chairman Sterns (R-FL) the subcommittee chair set the tone for the hearing in his opening statement when he said “All parties agree that access to repair and service information is a consumer right”.
Other members at the hearing echoed the Chairman’s sentiments. Even the full Energy and Commerce Committee Chairman Joe Barton (R-TX) was in attendance. His strong statement of support of the bill was almost the nail in the coffin for the motor vehicle manufactures. Barton went on saying, “Federal legislation is not the answer to everything but in this case, after four years of discussion with no results, it’s the only answer”. Barton also happens to be the original sponsor of HR 2048, and is the one man who can see this legislation to the House floor for a vote and has vowed to do so. A full Energy and Commerce committee mark up is tentatively scheduled for sometime the first two weeks of December.
Jeff Hennie, Vice President of Government Relations for the Motorcycle Riders Foundation said, “This issue is about access and information but ultimately about consumer choice. Purchasing a motorcycle from your favorite manufacturer shouldn’t tie you to them as long as you own the motorcycle. We as the owners should be able to make the decision who performs maintenance or upgrades our motorcycles.”We have the right to remain silent, the right to an attorney and now the US House of Representatives wants you to have the right to repair your motorcycle. Call your Member of Congress at 202 224 3121 and ask them to please support HR 2048, the Motor Vehicle Owner Right to Repair act of 2005. The Motorcycle Riders Foundation will continue to provide updates on this important legislation.
— Jeff Hennie, MRF Vice President – Government Relations
–from Rogue
BIKERNET RELATIONSHIP ADVICE–The wife comes home early &finds her husband in their master bedroom making love to a beautiful, sexy young lady!
“You unfaithful, disrespectful pig! What are you doing? How dare you do this to me the faithful wife, the mother of your children! I’m leaving this house, I want a divorce!”
The husband, replies “Wait, wait a minute! Before you leave, at least listen to what happened.”
“Hummmmm, I don’t know, well it’ll be the last thing I will hear from you. But make it fast, you unfaithful pig you”
The husband begins to tell his story . . . “While driving home this young lady asks for a ride. I saw her so defenseless that went ahead and allowed her in my car. I noticed that she was very thin, not well dressed and very dirty. She mentioned that she had not eaten for 3 days. With great compassion and hurt, I brought her home and warmed up the enchiladas that I made for you last night that you wouldn’t eat because you’re afraid you’ll gain weight; the poor thing, practically devoured them. Since she was very dirty I asked her to take a shower.
While she was showering, I noticed her clothes were dirty and full of holes so I threw her clothes away. Since she needed clothes, I gave her the pair of jeans that you have had for a few years, that you can no longer wear because they are too tight on you.
I also gave her the blouse that I gave you on our anniversary and you don’t wear because I don’t have good taste. I gave her the pullover that my sister gave you for Christmas that you will not wear just to bother my sister and I also gave her the boots that you bought at the expensive boutique that you never wore again after you saw your co-worker wearing the same pair.”
The husband continues his story . . . .
“The young woman was very grateful to me and I walked her to the door.
When we got to the door she turned around and with tears coming out of her eyes, she asked me: “Sir, do you have anything else that your wife does not use”
–from Buckshot
SPECIAL AGENG ZEBRA MAKES FIRST FEATURE FILM– THE WRITER, a feature-length drama that takes place in Los Angeles and Paris, is the first feature film by Special Agent Zebra. It’s a gutsy, avant garde look at the struggles artists of today face, in a world focused on business and the hysterical exchange of money.
Walt, played by Mike Ming, is a young American author who is writing the next great American novel. But poverty and ruination threaten to overcome him and his relationship with his muse, Chloe, his French love who has followed him from Paris to Los Angeles, before he can finish. When the relationship comes to pieces, the book and Walt suddenly face the end. The story has a unique twist ending that allows the average person to better understand the real-world struggles all great artists face, before they are considered great.
Directed by Marko Sanginetto. Written, Produced and Executive Produced by Jim Houck.
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November 10, 2005 Part 3
By Bandit | | General Posts
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NEW FROM JOKER MACHINE–05-75 Billet Taillight/Tilted License Plate FrameThe first replacement taillight/tilted license plate frame assemblies for Harley’s new ’06 Bobtail Softails with the 200mm rear tire is here! Made in America at Joker’s Montclair, California facility, the new ’06-up Bobtail taillight/frame features Joker’s LED lighting unit for running, brake and turn signal functions.
Simply unbolt the unsightly plastic plate frame and ill-fitting taillight and upgrade the look of your bike with this slick new unit. Installation can be done in under an hour with simple hand tools and wiring couldn’t be easier thanks to Joker’s Plug N Play wiring harness. No cutting, stripping, or splicing of wires is necessary. Just unplug the factory harness plugs and plug them right into the new taillight.
This is easily one of the best bang-for-the-buck cosmetic changes you can make to your new Softail. Available at your local Drag Specialties dealer or direct from Joker Machine at http://www.jokermachine.com/
SHA-SHA FINE SHOES WITH BILLY LANE–, which describes itself as a manufacturer of “alternative- style footwear for men and women”, has followed up the success that its dealers had with Billy Lane Shoes by introducing a new signature line for the motorcycle industry.
Co-created by master chopper builder Matt Hotch of Hot Match Motorcycles, the three- time winner on the Discovery Channel’s Biker Build-Off series, Matt’s personal style of riding in low top deconstructed athletic shoes inspired Sha-Sha to work with him to develop the new signature line.
The shoes will be available from Sha-Sha dealers throughout the United States and Canada and distributed through selected motorcycle parts distributors.
SHA-SHA FINE SHOES INC.
Encinitas, California, USA
Tel: 760 436 5373
Fax: 760 436 5385
E-mail:
http://www.sha-sha.com
EDITORIAL AGAINST MAY OF MYRTLE BEACH–He Says He has the right to nudge you with his car if you’re wearing an obscene t-shirt!
Man, I hate to say this, but it seems the Mayor of Myrtle Beach South Carolina is as dumb as a box of rocks, and I feel sorry for him. I feel sorry for him because he recently stuck his foot in his mouth and obviously isn’t smart enough to publicly extricate his shoe. Instead he blames the local newspaper for misquoting him.What, you may ask, did The “Honorable” Mayor McBride say?
McBride told other council members during an October meeting that he was driving with one of his children in the vehicle during the fall Myrtle Beach rally and his child saw a biker wearing an offensive shirt. He was quoted in the Sun News Times as saying “It was very tempting to kind of nudge the guy on the bike [with my car].”McBride claims he never meant he would nudge the guy with his car, just that he was tempted to “nudge the guy on the bike.” However in a follow-up story in the Sun News, McBride was quoted as saying, “”I thought about bumping the guy, I admit, the thought ran through my mind.”
I guess he meant he thought about bumping him with his over inflated ego?
Maybe that’s what the driver who ran into the rear of Scott Allen Hice’s 1972 Harley-Davidson four days earlier while he was stopped at a stop sign on Hwy 17 By-pass was thinking. Maybe that was just a “nudge.” I dunno Mr. Mayor, maybe you should ask Hice’s family if it’s OK to “nudge” a motorcyclist when you don’t like what his T-shirt says.The worse part is when the proverbial stinky hit the fan, the Mayor didn’t apologize, No….this political brain trust had the audacity to defend his statement in a ABATE candidate forum a couple of days later. He even said he has “the right” to bump someone on a bike if that person wears an obscene t-shirt!
–Scott Cochran
Great Hawaiian Biker Build-Off– On Saturday, 17 December 2005, Pacific Rim Cycle, and The Pasha Group will be host to the 50th State’s largest motorcycle rally to be held at Kapiolani Community College in the heart of Honolulu.
In association with KPOI (“The Big Kahuna”) radio, Hawaii’s premier motorcycle publication (Hawaiian Chopper) will put on “The Great Hawaiian Biker Build-Off”.
Designed as a series of motorcycle related events, which will include a magazine model search, custom motorcycle contest, tattoo contest, biker build-off, and rock concert (act to be named), the event is sure to excite both bikers and the general public alike.
Beginning with a VIP party December 16th (time/place TBD) motorcycle enthusiasts will view the screening of the “Great Hawaiian Biker Build-Off”. This will be the first viewing of the custom bike build-off between local master builder Roger Kuwahara of Kustom Fab, and Shannon Aikau, the chief builder from Counts Kustoms of Las Vegas. We have begun filming the building process of both motorcycle builders, and this event will be the only opportunity for spectators to see the action leading up to the fan judging of the bikes the following day.
On Saturday, 17 December at 10:00am, the gates will open for the “Great Hawaiian Biker Build-Off” Rally. Participants will find plenty of parking at the venue, and will be charged a $20.00 entry fee ($15.00 pre-sale) into the festivities.
A Magazine Model Search will be held featuring some of Hawaii’s most beautiful women, all vying for a chance to become one of Hawaiian Chopper’s cover girls.
A custom bike contest and tattoo contest will be organized allowing riders and custom builders to show their prized two-wheeled rides, and their hot tattoo artwork, all in search of a cool trophy.
A concert featuring one of Hawaii’s top new rock & roll acts. The group Analog will play their hard driving style of rock and will be a great way to cap off the day’s activities.
Oh, and of course, the “Great Hawaiian Biker Build-Off” will give spectators the opportunity to select the winner of the Hawaii’s first Biker Build-Off by casting their vote for their favorite chopper.
In addition to all the festivities planned for the December event, joining us will be celebrated motorcycle builders, Danny “The Count” Koker of Counts Kustoms and Jose De Miguel of Caribbean Custom Cycles. These custom builders received international notoriety on Discovery Channel’s “Great Biker Build-Off”, the Speed Channel, and magazines such as, Barnett’s Motorcycle Showcase, The Horse, Street Chopper, Hawaiian Chopper and others. Both of these men are wildly popular characters of the motorcycle genre.
Along with some of the World’s top celebrity builders, visitors to this year’s event will be actively engaged in the festivities, making this the biker event of the year.
Finally, I am also proud to announce the display appearance of heavy metal rock group Motley Crue’s specially built choppers. These are the actual bikes that Motley Crue takes on tour with them. When the band appears onstage at the Blaisdell Arena December 14th, these bikes will not be part of the show, in fact, to see these bikes, you will have to attend “The Great Hawaiian Biker Build-Off”!
If that isn’t enough, Counts Kustoms will be displaying the “Ozzy” bike built for Rocker Ozzy Osbourn, and their radical custom choppers.
Of course, no event would be complete without great food, drinks, and giveaways, so we will feature the cooking some of Hawaii’s best restaurants. Add to that drink specials courtesy of Rosa’s Ice Tee, and numerous prizes to be given away randomly, and we have a world-class motorcycle rally.
It is my pleasure to invite you to sponsor this marquee motorcycle event along with such companies as Pacific Rim Cycle, Pasha Shipping, South Seas Harley-Davidson, Rosa’s Ice-Tee, Island Tattoo, Carr’s Insurance, Avon Tires, and a host of others great sponsors to be identified later.
On behalf of Ten Toes Enterprises and Hawaiian Chopper magazine, allow me to thank you for your consideration regarding the “Great Hawaiian Biker Build-Off”.
Please join me in this year’s premier motorcycle event. It is sure to be the highlight of 2005!
Mahalo and Aloha,
Steven Kalnasy
President/Editor-in-Chief/Publisher
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Torian Custom Pipes by D&D Exhaust Supplies Pipes for V-Twin Wide Tire Applications– Southlake, Texas (November 3, 2005) – Torian Custom Pipes by D&D Exhaust are supplied by Biker Pros for 180-200 left side drive, 240-250 and 300-330 right side drive custom v-twin motorcycles. Each pipe is hand polished and chrome plated with full heat shields and comes with a universal bracket system.
“The Torian Custom Pipes provide a clean, custom look with show quality chrome,” said Dexter, Biker Pros Account Manager. “They not only look good, but sound great. Each system is dyno tuned for performance and produce the low-end grunt torque desired from a custom v-twin motor.”
Every exhaust system is custom bent for specific tire widths. Heat shields are formed to protect and cover the head pipes. The full wrap heat shields keep any head pipe discoloration from view. These premium exhausts are available immediately in a 2 INTO 1 upswept megaphone style with 2 into 2 fully shielded and baffled 2-plus ” drag pipes to come soon.
The Torian Custom Pipes are available to fit Rucker Performance, Big Dog, APC, Hardbikes, Bourget’s Bike Works, Surgical-Steeds, Big Bear Choppers and other fine custom Harley-Davidson motorcycles.
For more information on the Biker Pros family of solutions and Torian Custom Pipes by D&D Exhaust point your browser to: www.bikerpros.com or call (817) 421-1333.
SPORTSTER PROJECT OF THE WEEK–Here’s Snakers hillclimbing looking Sportster. “I’m just trying to get noticed,” said Snake himself.
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V-ROD FORUM–Here’s a website devoted to V-rods,http://www.v-rodforums.com/
–from “Charlie Mitchell” cemgym@uswest.net
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KUSTOMWERKS ANNOUNCES EXCLUSIVE PARTNERSHIP WITH KENDALL JOHNSON CUSTOMS– KERNERSVILLE, North Carolina-based distributor Kustomwerks hasannounced that it has signed a new marketing agreement with Kendall Johnson Customs to produce and market an all-new KJC signature series line of custom fenders.
Manufactured to both Kendall and Kustomwerks “exacting quality standards, these fenders will be produced from heavy gauge steel with seams”, Don Hannon, the president of Kustomwerks told AMD. “By using one-piece construction, the new signature series fenders will not split or crack. Each KJC signature series fender will also include a phosphate etching to reduce rusting and prep time for the builder.” The program will include front fenders for 19in and 21in narrow glide wheels in 4.25in, 4.75in and 5.50in widths. The rear fenders will come in 9.00in, 11.00in, 12.50in and 13.50in widths to fit 200 mm to 300mm tire motorcycles and will be available in rigid and softail styles.
Each fender will come undrilled to fit a variety of custom applications. “Kendall is one of the top builders in the industry, and we have worked closely with him and his team to ensure that the new fender line upholds standards”, Hannon added.
“Having the two firms located so near to each other gives us both the opportunity to communicate ideas effectively and has enabled a great working relationship to develop”. The line will be distributed exclusively by Kustomwerks and Kendall Johnson Customs, and will be seen for the first time at the Big Twin West Dealer Show in Las Vegas in November.
“We are really excited to have a product out on the market that exceeds anything else out there. We try to produce only the best in our engines and custom bike builds and the new fender line is an extension of that commitment”, said Kendall Johnson. “We were impressed with Kustomwerks line of Wildcard fenders from the beginning and they have really come through with the KJC signature series”, he added.
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www.BLACKBALLRALLY.COM–COME OUT AND RALLY ON THE 4th !!!!!–for a little BBQ, BEER, MUSIC & FriendsREMEMBER EVERY FRIDAY IN NOVEMBER4th, 11th, 18th, 25th from 3pm to 10pmBRING FRIENDS, MOM, DAD, THE KIDS… Oh!! Grama & Grampa to….also come Hang for Three Day 25th, 26th, 27th
Much Thanks,
“lucky” Kai
BIKERNET BEDROOM PROJECT BIKE REPORT–Did some changes 14 over front tubes with 9.5 fat risers and drag bars, Dale Earnhart three spoke rear wheel, bought .200 long jugs today for the 96 cube Andrews num# 6 cam. Got the 5-speed softail tranny on , lil by lil its coming along.
— arturo Gomez
THE SEMINOLE HARD ROCK ROADHOUSE 2005 TOUR REVS UP FOR GRAND FINALE IN HOLLYWOOD, FLA–Custom Bike Sweepstakes Winners to be announced at Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino.
FT LAUDERDALE, FL (November 1, 2005) After showcasing the hottest custom bikes on the road at the largest and most rock?n bike rallies in the country, the hype that is The Seminole Hard Rock Roadhouse 2005 Tour will make its final stop at Seminole Hard Rock Hotel and Casino?s Seminole Paradise in Hollywood, Florida, transforming it into party central and the custom bike Mecca during the 2nd Annual Ft. Lauderdale Bike Rally from December 1 – 4.
With custom-designed and built bikes, featuring stellar paints, unique parts and assembly modes that makes the Roadhouse a modern museum of motorcycles as the platform, the Hard Rock Roadhouse Tour 2005 features a Custom Bike Sweepstakes, which offers five semi-finalists complimentary roundtrip air and accommodations to attend The Roadhouse Grand Finale at Seminole Hard Rock Hotel and Casino in Hollywood, FL for an exciting opportunity to win one of four exclusive Hard Rock Custom Bikes built by Hard Rock custom bike builders Jesse Rooke of Rooke Customs in Phoenix, AZ; Roland Sands from Roland Sands Design in La Palma, CA; Johnny Vasko aka Johnny Chop from Southern California; and Doug Keim of New Jersey’s Creative Cycles.
To enter the Hard Rock Roadhouse Custom Bike Sweepstakes, please visit
The Seminole Hard Rock Roadhouse 2005 Tour, a one-stop location where fans can check out the 2005 custom built bikes, meet the builders and get their autographs, also features live entertainment, beautiful Hard Rock models, Hawaiian Tropic pageants, the Roadhouse Bar, Celebrity Custom Builder Ride-ins, showcasing the metal-carving ingenuity and raw talent of Hard Rock custom bike builders and their creations.
Two-year, title sponsor of the Roadhouse, the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino is a destination for rock n? rollers from across the nation to discover their rock n? roll dreams. The 86-acre resort in Hollywood, Florida, located between Miami and Ft. Lauderdale is pure paradise, featuring a colossal 130,000 sq. ft. casino, a lush 4-acre lagoon tropical pool area, a legendary Hard Rock Caf?, sensational European-style spa and fitness center, and the famous Hard Rock Live concert hall. Seminole Paradise, South Florida’s newest entertainment destination for savvy shopping, delicious dining and explosive entertainment offers a little something for everyone, both day and night.
Other sponsors include Budweiser, Hawaiian Tropic, S&S Cycle, Performance Machine, Baker Transmission, Bikernet.com, HOT BIKE and Keyboard Carriage. For more information, please visit
KILLER CHOPPER SPRINGER FRONT END–This new Springer front end is offered in any length from 2″ under to 20″ over, both in narrow, mid or wide glide syles.
It features corner rounded trees and corners for a super smooth appearance.It uses Delrin isolated springs and needle bearing rockers. With or without brake tab, right or left.Available raw or in chrome.
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THE LOVE IS HERE–It’s that time of the year for the largest charity fund raising event of the year at Glendale H-D and Lake Castaic. It’s the only Los Angeles based event aside from the LA Calendar event in the summer.
It’s our opportunity to hang out with pals from all over the country. May everyone stay safe, out of traffic and keep your bikes locked up tight.
It’s odd, but this is the beginning of the rainy season for this region. Keep in mind that LA is actually a desert. Most years we receive less than 10 inches of rain. No matter what’s happening it always clears up for the Love Ride.
I’ll try like hell to get caught up next week.
Have a helluva weekend,
Ride Forever,
–Bandit
November 10, 2005 Part 2
By Bandit | | General Posts
Continued From Page 1
OXYMORONS FROM BIKERNET–
1. Is it good if a vacuum really sucks?
2. Why is the third hand on the watch called the second hand?
3. If a word is misspelled in the dictionary, how would we ever know?
4. If Webster wrote the first dictionary, where did he find the words?
5. Why do we say something is out of whack? What is a whack?
6. Why do “slow down” and “slow up” mean the same thing?
7. Why do “fat chance” and “slim chance” mean the same thing?
8. Why do “tug” boats push their barges?
9. Why do we sing “Take me out to the ball game”when we are already there?
10. Why are they called “stands” when they are made for sitting?
11. Why is it called “after dark” when it really is “after light”?
12. Doesn’t “expecting the unexpected” make the unexpected expected?
13. Why are a “wise man” and a “wise guy” opposites?
14. Why do “overlook” and “oversee” mean opposite things?
15. Why is “phonics” not spelled the way it sounds?
16. If work is so terrific, why do they have to pay you to do it?
17. If all the world is a stage, where is the audience sitting?
18. If love is blind, why is lingerie so popular?
19. If you are cross-eyed and have dyslexia, can you read all right?
20. Why is bra singular and panties plural?
21. Why do you press harder on the buttons of a remote control when youknow the batteries are dead?
22. Why do we put suits in garment bags and garments in a suitcase?
23. How come abbreviated is such a long word?
24. Why do we wash bath towels? Aren’t we clean when we use them?
25. Why doesn’t glue stick to the inside of the bottle?
26. Why do they call it a TV set when you only have one?
27. Christmas oxymoron: What other time of the year do you sit in frontof a dead tree and eat candy out of your socks?
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THE BLONDE YEAR IN REVIEW–
January – Took her new scarf back to the store because it was too tight.
February – Couldn’t work in a pharmacy because the bottles wouldn’t fit into the typewriter.
March – Got excited when she finished a jigsaw puzzle in 6 months because the box said “2-4 years.”
April – Was trapped on an escalator for hours when the power went out.
May – Couldn’t make Kool-Aid because 8 cups of water won’t fit into those little packets.
June – Couldn’t learn to water ski because she couldn’t find a lake with a slope.
July – After losing in a breast stroke swimming competition, complained to the judges that the other swimmers were using their arms.
August – Told her blonde friend to hurry when trying to get into their locked car using a coat hanger because it was starting to rain and the top was down.
September – When asked what the capital of California was: answered “C.”
October – Hates M & M’s because they are so hard to peel.
November – Baked a turkey for 5 days because the instructions said cook 30 minutes per pound and she weighed 120.
December – Couldn’t call 911 because there was no “11” on any phone.
–from Skooter
ANDREW HINES CLINCHES SECOND CONSECUTIVE NHRA POWERADE PRO STOCK MOTORCYCLE CHAMPIONSHIP FOR SCREAMIN’ EAGLE–Teammate GT Tonglet Takes Second Place in Final Standings POMONA, Calif. (Nov. 6, 2005) – Andrew Hines clinched his second consecutive NHRA POWERade Pro Stock Motorcycle championship Sunday at the 41st annual Auto Club NHRA Finals at Pomona Raceway.
He nearly made it a perfect evening too, as he rode the Screamin’ Eagle/Vance & Hines Harley-Davidson into the final round for the fifth time this season.
What’s more, teammate GT Tonglet earned second place in the final standings – his career-best finish.
“This is an amazing finish because not only did we win back-to-back championships but we also took second place for a strong 1-2 punch,” Harley-Davidson Racing Manager Anne Paluso said. “It’s especially incredible considering all the competition this season. It was tough to win rounds and races all year, so for us to finish in first and second place shows how truly dynamic this Vance & Hines team is.”
It is the fifth NHRA championship for tuner and team owner Byron Hines. The veteran crew chief also tuned his oldest son and current team tuner, Matt Hines, to three championships between 1997-99.
“This is a great day for both Harley-Davidson and the Vance & Hines family,” Hines said. “We never start the season looking to win championships. We start the season looking to set records and win races. If you can do that, the championships will follow and it has the last two seasons.
“We had the bike to beat at Pomona, but it didn’t go our way this year. That has always been one of the toughest tracks for us for some reason. We may have won the title, but that just gives us more motivation to get back to the shop and prepare for next season.”
Hines wrapped up the title as soon as Tonglet lost in the first round. Tonglet, just 47 points behind Hines in the standings going into the final race of the year, lost to Kawasaki rider Mike Berry. Tonglet turned in a 7.254-second pass at 182.55 mph in a losing effort against Berry’s 7.160 at 186.98.
Hines watched the run and knew he had clinched the title.
“I was really nervous before GT ran,” Hines said. “I wanted a repeat title so badly that I was just sick to my stomach before the first round. Then GT lost and I just put my head down and raced.”
Hines went on to win his first and second round matches at the starting line due to red-light fouls by his opponents. Hines went 7.100 at 187.89 to Buell rider Chris Rivas’ foul before turning in a 7.171 at 185.72 against Berry’s foul in the second round.
Hines posted a win in the semifinal race against Buell rider Chip Ellis, going 7.119 at 187.89 against Ellis’ 7.174 at 183.02.
In the final round, Hines saw red and so did his opponent, Buell rider Ryan Schnitz. Hines fouled at the starting line with a reaction time of -0.011 before going 7.107 at 188.70, giving the victory to Schnitz, whose -0.010 reaction time was followed by a run of 8.126 at 121.69. It was the second time the two riders have faced off in the final round and the second time Hines handed Schnitz the win at the starting line.
“It was a bittersweet ending to a great season,” Hines said. “This year’s championship was definitely much better than last year because I think we had to work a lot harder to make it happen. The red light in the final is disappointing but at least we were in the final this year, and I’ve been around long enough to know that it happens. I think it’s going to be a great offseason with two championships under my belt.”
Hines earned two wins in five final rounds this season along with 10 top qualifying awards. He also set the national record twice, earning an extra 20 bonus points for each record.
“Going 6.96 seconds in Sonoma (Calif.), earning the 20 bonus points, being the top qualifier and winning the race there made it the best event of the season,” Hines said. “We earned the maximum amount of points for one event and that was just awesome.
“If we had not set both of those records, I would have come into Pomona just seven points ahead of GT instead of 47, and who knows how that could have changed the event. It certainly would have made it a lot tougher. GT was a great competitor this year and I’m glad the team finished first and second in points. We’ve all accomplished so much.”
As if the championship and second place weren’t enough, the crew took home top honors as well. The team earned the first Full Throttle Award, given to the team with the most consistent qualifying performance over the course of the entire season.
Tonglet finished in sixth place last season. This year, he not only posted two wins in three final rounds, but he was also the points leader for the first time in his career. He held the top spot in the standings following seven races this season.
“I’m happy I stayed in second place because that’s a first for me and it shows how well we competed all season long,” Tonglet said. “At the beginning of the season I wanted to do better than last year and my goal was a top five finish. We did that. The V-Rod ran better this season, I rode better and it showed in our results. The work paid off and it was a lot of fun all year long.”
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TOOL OF THE WEEK–We found the tool this morning. Since we use flaresonly, this 37 degree tool dies it for us. It’s atSummit Racing http://www.summitracing.com/ part #900311. You can see our use athttp://www.flatheadpower.com/ >Varia>Tube FlareProblem
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— Kirk
OHIO HELMET BILL INTRODUCED–Better spread the word on this one.Wake up, OHIO Bikers, the safety nazis are back and this time they’re beating at OUR door. Introduced this week, HB 406 proposed that a fulltime helmet law be put in place for ANY operator and passenger under the age of 25! It further proposes that if anyone is charged under this statute, if enacted, a mandatory fine of 500.00 SHALL be imposed (good-bye judicial discretion) which will go to fund a Traumatic Brain Injury fund, some of which will be used to fund a study of traumatic brain injuries (you know where that one is heading, don’t ya brothers and sisters? Can you say MANDATORY, FULL TIME HELMET LAW?)
Anyway, here’s the short description of the bill’s intended purpose and a link to the full text of the bill.
As Introduced126th General Assembly Regular Session 2005-2006H. B. No. 406requires persons who are under 25 years of age to wear a helmet while riding on a motorcycle either as the operator or as a passenger, to require persons convicted of failing to wear a helmet while riding a motorcycle, driving under license suspension, driving without a valid driver’s license, driving under OVI suspension, driving under financial responsibility suspension, and failing to produce proof of financial responsibility in certain circumstances to pay a mandatory $500 fine, to permit those persons in certain circumstances to choose between a jail term of two consecutive weekend days or attendance at a safe and responsible driving instructional class, to create the Traumatic Brain Injury Fund and the Safe and Responsible Driving Instructional Fund, and to require some of the fines paid by such persons to be deposited into these new funds.
If you don’t have computer access, call me, George, at the ABATE of Ohio Legislative office(330) 270-0875.
HARLEY-DAVIDSON 2006 XL SPORTSTER 1200L BRINGS IT ALL_New Model Combines Low Seat Height and Refined Ergonomics with Sportster Style–MILWAUKEE (November 3, 2005) – Harley-Davidson brings the best of its long heritage of street motorcycle design to the new 2006 XL Sportster 1200L model. Blending a low seat height and mid-mount controls with the powerful torque of the rubber-mounted Evolution V-Twin engine, the XL Sportster 1200L adds another exciting option to the Sportster family.
“The XL Sportster 1200L combines specific features and value that our customers requested,” said Bill Davidson, Harley-Davidson Director of Motorcycle Product Development. “This motorcycle is powered by a smooth-riding 1200cc black and chrome treated engine with a lower profile design that stays true to the Sportster heritage of narrow, agile styling.”The XL Sportster 1200L has a seat height of 26.25 inches, which is 1.8 inches lower than the XL Sportster 1200R Roadster. In addition, the handlebar grips are moved back an inch further than any other Sportster model and a new two-up Badlander style seat provides a comfortable ride. That lower profile seat height, merged with the ergonomics of the new pullback handlebar and mid-mount controls, is sure to accommodate a broad range of riders.
Featuring a black powder-coated 1200cc XL Evolution engine with chrome treatment, the XL Sportster 1200L performs with 79 ft. lbs. of torque. All 2006 XL Sportster models feature a new transmission and all 1200cc models feature a clutch that reduces lever effort by 12 percent. Overall shift effort is significantly reduced due to thin steel “dog rings” that slide to cause gear changes. The new transmission is integrated with the XL Evolution powertrain and shares a die-cast case with the engine. New helical-cut gears mesh more quietly than the straight-cut gears used in the previous transmission.
The 4.5 gallon fuel tank allows the XL Sportster 1200L an extended driving range of more than 200 miles per tank. Standard black 13-spoke cast aluminum wheels with machined silver highlights put a racing spin on Sportster style and steel laced wheels are optional.The XL Sportster is the original Harley-Davidson hot rod motorcycle, with a design refined from the racetrack to the street, offering premier performance and classic style.
The XL Sportster 1200L is offered in eight color options, including three unique two-tone paint schemes, all with a new 3-D fuel tank graphic.
The XL Sportster 1200L features:
Rubber-mounted 1200cc XL Evolution engine
Black powder-coated engine with chrome treatment
High-compression, high-flow cylinder heads
High-performance cams
Smoother, quieter transmission
Reduced clutch lever effort
26.25-inch, two-up seat
Low front and rear suspension
Pulled back polished handlebar
Mid-mount foot controls
4.5 gallon fuel tank
Black 13-spoke cast aluminum wheels
MERLIN ENGINEERING GEROTOR ‘MAGNA PUMP’–Gives you Better thanTwin Cam(TM) oiling on your Evolution(R)The Merlin? Gerotor Oil Pump as capable of supplying nearly 10 times theoil volume of the stock oil pump, and more than 4 times the volume of thereturn. This is not the real advantage of the Merlin Oil Pump however. Wherethe Merlin Oil Pump really shines is when the oil temperature gets high andthe oil has thinned out. The Merlin gerotor oil pump will continue tomaintain excellent oil pressure under the most severe conditions.
When you are idling in traffic on hot days, the oil pressure can reachdangerously low levels. The Merlin Oil Pump will not let that happen. Whenthe motor RPM gets close to the redline, conventional pumps cavitate andloose pressure when you need it the most. These pumps will not cavitateuntil the motor reaches over 14,000 RPM. That RPM is more than twice as highas most motors can ever reach. This is the reason that nearly every racingmotor on the planet uses gerotor type oil pumps.
And to top it off, the Merlin Oil Pump is also beautiful.
Comes complete with new drive gears, gaskets, hardware and installationinstructions.
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POKER RUN & TOY DRIVESATURDAYNOVEMBER 12,2005 This will actually be the day we are going to do our check presentation to the Wahabi Shriners for $10,000.00 from the rally the Dixie Rollers had in July at the Atwood Water Park in Monticello, Ms., due to Hurricane Katrina our original date had to be rescheduled.
The Wahabi Shriners will be having their annual bar-b-que and gun give away on this date and have asked that we join them for the day and do the check presentation at the same time. Anyone going with the group will not have to pay to get in or to eat this day. We will be collecting toys on the morning of the ride to help with Christmas for the local evacuees from Hurricane Katrina, unwrapped toys from birth to 12th grade children will gladly be accepted.
Everyone is urged to bring a toy with them and make the poker run to Jackson to the Wahabi Temple Shrine located on Interstate 55. Money made from the poker run will go to help purchase more toys for the drive. After all Christmas is just around the corner!
Duncan’s Chevron meet @ 9:00 sign up for poker run
Leave @9:30
BRING TOYS!!!!!!!
Duncan’s is located at the intersection of Hwy 84 & 27 in Monticello
If you have any questions e-mail me or call Leigh Ann @ 601-587-4870 or 601-748-0884.
V-TWIN COMMITTEE REPORTS EPA NEGOTIATION PROGRESSIVE— THE FIFTH meeting of the MIC American V-Twin Committee at the end of August this year resulted in progress on the issues of EPA engine certification and sound test procedures.
Following earlier contacts, the EPA asked the MIC to draft provisions for an on-highway motorcycle engine certification program to allow small volume motorcycle manufacturers and builders to purchase EPA certified engines, and install them without having to recertify the motorcycle. Currently, custom builders and small volume manufacturers must certify the complete motorcycle even if they install an engine that is used in another motorcycle, and that has already been EPA certified.
The MIC draft engine certification program was presented to the EPA in July, which is now considering the proposal. The American V-Twin Committee also discussed recent progress with its OE Technical Committee on the feasibility of developing an appropriate in-use, on-highway motorcycle sound test procedure.
Motorcycle noise is a major concern and many states and municipalities are considering the adoption of varying standards and tests that could be detrimental to the industry. The Committee’s objective in creating this test is to provide states and municipalities with an easy, economical, reliable and uniform means of controlling excessive motorcycle noise.
Support for developing an in-use, on-highway test procedure has also been expressed by the Motorcycle Sound Working Group and some members of the Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE) Motorcycle Committee.
The MIC was planning to discuss this issue with the SAE at their next meeting. The MIC would likely be the key source of funding for a program to devise a new SAE sound test procedure that is simpler to use than the current one
HOT BIKE T-SHIRTS AVAILABLE-CHEAP–We still have plenty of these t-shirts left from Hot Bike Tour. If you wanna run something about them we will sell them for $7.00 including shipping. If there is something we can do together with them or know anyone who we could unload some on please let Seth or I know.
We can wholesale them out at about $4.00 each.
All sizes L-XXXL.
Call: Seth at (805) 686-2007
JAMMER ?JUMPIN? ROLLING CHASSIS KIT–Is this a bad-ass look or what! Designed by our Jammer tech crew, this rolling chassis kit is for riders who want to stand out from the crowd. Some of the highlights are:
Straight leg style rigid frame for rear chain drive with 4? stretch in down-tubes and 38 degree rake (includes frame cups & heavy-duty bearings)
4? over black Jammer springer front end
Bottom mount 12V headlight
GMA front brake
16? apehangers with risers & heavy-duty bushing kit
16? chromed 40 spoke single flange front wheel with 5.10 X 16? wide whitewall tire, rim strip, tube and axle kit
16? chromed 40 spoke dual flange rear wheel with 5.10 X 16? wide whitewall tire, rim strip, tube and axle kit
Round aluminum 4-quart oil tank
Smooth bottom Sportster style gas tank
6? flat rear fender
Chrome sissy bar
Sparto style taillight
Chromed ?oval? floorboards
Heavy duty kickstand and bracket
All necessary hardware.
Use our Pandemonium engine (#02208), one of our 4-speed Kicker tranny?s (#?s 30650, 30660, 30655 or 30665) and our new open belt primary drive kit (#633702) to complete your build.
PN 695153 ?Jumpin? Bail? Rolling Chassis Kit
Retail Price $5558
Jammer Cycle Products are distributed exclusively through Custom Chrome.
Call 1-800-359-5700 for details.
November 10, 2005 Part 1
By Bandit | | General Posts
Hey,
I don’t know a damn thing and I have nothing to say. I’m not even sure I’m innocent. Since the Mexico blast I’ve been in a daze. Then it was a mad dash to the Texas National Bike Show, at the Lone Star Rally in Galveston and back for Love Ride Weekend. I’m still spinning and trying desperately to catch up on e-mails.
I apologize If I haven’t run across your e-mail in my harried attempt to catch up. It’s all exciting, but out of hand. This weekend is packed with TV show meetings, No Love Parties, Antique bike auctions and Hamster get-togethers. I will try to launch Johnny White’s report on the Texas National Bike show tomorrow. I have some more book reviews from Jaq in Australia and two bike features to launch next week, including a Steeds and one from the guys in Hawaii. You’ll dig it, so hang on. Let’s hit the news:
The Ultimate Cantina Door Prize – Last Chance To Enter
The Brothers at Pyro Tec in Alton, Illinois have put up a sheet metal paint job for our Cantina Door Prize winner. Just sign in and wait. They will paint your fenders, tanks and oil bag in classic style. You pay for the shipping out and they’ll ship it back.
Any additions can be worked out with the crew at Pryo Tec. The winner will be announced 13 November, Love Ride Sunday. Enter the Door Prize Contest and don’t miss out. Winner will be chosen from a hat on November 13th. Stay tuned…
VTRACEGIRL BIKERNET.COM UPDATE–November 7, 2005, Just got back from the SEMA show (Specialty Equipment Market Association), Las Vegas Convention Center, November 1-4, 2005.
Great vendors, booth presentation. This show is almost impossible to go thru the entire event. Two million sq ft’ inside, and two million sq ft’ outside of vendors. VT was signing autograph posters in the Sport Chassis – Legend Air Ride Suspension booth. This was one of the best shows I’ve ever seen. I had a chance to see the most expensive set of custom three-piece forged wheels to ever be created: 12,000 diamonds and 800 sapphires totaling 1,100 carats for ONE MILLION dollars in the Asanti booth. Also, visited the Cooper tires booth maybe next year I will have my race bike in their booth. As well as Garrett’s booth Garrett Turbo is the turbo I run in my bike.
Saturday Practice day at Speedworld Raceway. Took my Custom Performance Turbo V-Rod and Fatboy to the track. Cut great lights and had very consistent times on both bikes. I worked on my RT and first 60ft’. On the turbo bike my best ET was 10.32 @ 133.79 mph and RT .063. Best time on my fatboy was 12.15 seconds @ 113.83 mph. I cut a .001 light on the fatboy. Getting the fatboy dialed in for the shoot out in Vegas.
Next event is back to Vegas for the biggest of them all AHDRA Grand Finals coming up at the Jim’s Las Vegas Nationals presented by Barnett Clutches November 12-13. I will be racing my Custom Performance Turbo V-Rod in the Super Sport (SS #261) as well as my 2000 custom fatboy in the 4th Annual Las Vegas High-Stakes Shootout with a $15,000 purse. Last race of the AHDRA season and hope to go out with a WIN.
Monday, November 14th is the AHDRA Championship Awards Banquet. VT has a chance of winning Rookie of the year or Lady of the year for the 2005. Cross your fingers! Please visit my website at www.vtracegirl.com. Till then, see you next week on bikernet.com — VTRaceGirl update!
Special thanks to Tim Sinor @ Sport Chassis and Jesse Jurrens @ Legend Air ride Suspension-Independent Cycle Inc.
POLARIS ANNOUNCES ORGANIZATIONAL EXPANSION–Appointment of Mark Blackwell to Vice President of Victory Motorcycles and International Operations Leads Series Of Management Transitions That Poise Company For Strong Growth.
MEDINA, MN (November 7, 2005) – Polaris Industries Inc. (NYSE/PSE: PII) has announced the appointment of several members of the management team to new positions, effective immediately.
Mark Blackwell has been named Vice President, Victory Motorcycles & International Operations. Blackwell joined Polaris in 2000 as General Manager of Victory Motorcycles. “Mark has done an outstanding job over the past four years building a very strong team, developing new, compelling product and establishing Victory, The New American Motorcycle, as a legitimate brand positioned for significant growth in the motorcycle industry,” said Polaris President and Chief Operating Officer Bennett Morgan. “There are many reasons why this is a good move for Mark and Polaris – he is a proven leader with strong international experience running businesses and as a motocross champion early in his career.” He added, “His experience will be a huge asset in our developing partnership with KTM and Victory will be a key component of our growth outside the U.S in the future.”
Allan Hurd has been promoted to General Manager, Victory Motorcycles reporting to Mark Blackwell. “Although we do want Mark to have a key role in Victory Motorcycles going forward, we also want to ensure that he has sufficient time to focus on the International business,” said Morgan. An industry veteran with over 30 years of experience, Hurd joined Polaris in 2000 as Director of Engineering for Victory. “He understands our competition and has extensive experience in Europe and other parts of the world,” added Morgan. “Allan and Mark have proven to be an effective team which will be instrumental in our continuing quest to grow our motorcycle business.”
Marc Tullemans has been promoted to the role of International Operations Manager. In this role, he will be responsible for managing the international staff based in Medina and overseeing logistics, marketing and retail development processes on a global basis. Tullemans came to Polaris in 2001 as the Product Manager for the RANGER Utility Vehicle Division and later joined the international team as the Global Sales and Dealer Development Manager. Prior to joining Polaris, Marc held positions at Graco, Thermo King, and Arctic Cat in dealer development, product development, marketing, and international sales roles.
Paul Tomsche has been promoted to International Business Development and Distributor Sales Manager, reporting to Marc Tullemans. In this role, he will be responsible for global business development in a variety of territories. Tomsche joined Polaris in August, 2000 as the Retail Development Manager for the Personal Watercraft division. Prior to joining Polaris, he held a variety of sales, marketing, dealer development, and business management positions at Yamaha for nine years.
John Corness, Vice President of Human Resources since 1999 and having extensive international experience, had been taking on interim responsibilities of managing the international business for the past 7 months leading up to this announcement. “John stepped up and filled a key gap for Polaris at an important time,” said Morgan. “During his leadership, the International team continued to deliver outstanding growth and we thank him for his tireless efforts.” Corness will now resume full-time responsibility for Human Resources.
LETTERMAN’S TOP TEN REASONS WHY GOLF IS BETTER THAN SEX–
#10 – A below par performance is considered damn good.
# 9 – You can stop in the middle and have a cheeseburger and a couple ofbeers.
# 8 – It’s much easier to find the sweet spot.
# 7 – Foursomes are encouraged.
# 6 – You can still make money doing it as a senior.
# 5 – Three times a day is possible.
# 4 – Your partner doesn’t hire a lawyer if you do it with someone else.
# 3 – If you live in Florida, you can do it almost every day.
# 2 – You don’t have to cuddle with your partner when you’re finished.
And the # 1 – reason why Golf is better than Sex…If your equipment gets old and rusty you can replace it.
–from Joe Lankau
SPORTSTER DEAL OF THE WEEK–Shown in the pictures is a 81 H-D iron head sportster. This bike is on consignment, for sale. It is a 1100 Sportster, would make a great project bike. Needs some TLC, but it runs. Asking 2000.00
If interested contact Norman Baab, 316 806 1285 cell or 620 478 2737.
HURRICANE HIT SHOP REPORT–Hope this email finds everyone okay- we just got power back and we had no damage up until Tuesday- The landlord immediately had a new roof installed this past Thurs- Monday- the roofer told us it was finished, so we unwrapped all the stuff and put the shop back together. We came in Tuesday with a generator to get back to work and it was raining-well the roofer forgot to install the roof on our side of the building. We walked into a mess. The water was literally running down every wall in the shop- and the power had come on so the electric boxes were sizzling as the water ran through them. We lost every piece of equipment and hardware and tools- toolboxes were filled with water. The lathe- welder- all of it- after the shock. I called the lawyer- he will do whatever he does and I am out every day looking for a new location and some used equipment.
We will not be taken out by some dumb ass who was an incompetent contractor- especially after all we have been through to make it (Vagabond Chopper Co.) what it is-so other than that bullshit the house & kids are healthy, so is dad and his place. I am grateful for that and my friends and their families are safe and well too- anything else can be fixed-What doesn’t kill you makes you stronger- right? Improvise, adapt, overcome…
Everything is still going as planned we will be in a new location by the first of the month. I will be in Las Vegas for the Big Twin West Dealer Show to help kick off the 1-in-8 series, and I will be unveiling my new chopper at the Seminole hard rock- Roadhouse Finals.
–“The Vagabond Chickie”
Athena
THREE BIKERNET VIRGINS– A mother had 3 virgin daughters. They were all getting married within a short time period.
Because Mom was a bit worried about how their sex life would get started,she made them all promise to send a postcard from the honeymoon with a fewwords on how marital sex felt.
The first girl sent a card from Hawaii two days after the wedding.The card said nothing but “Nescafe”.
Mom was puzzled at first, but then went to the kitchen and got out theNescafe jar. It said: “Good ’til the last drop”. Mom blushed, but waspleased for her daughter.
The second girl sent the card from Vermont a week after the wedding, andthe card read “Benson & Hedges”.
Mom now knew to go straight to her husband’s cigarettes, and she readfrom the Benson & Hedges pack: “Extra Long. King Size”. She was againslightly embarrassed but still happy for her daughter.
The third girl left for her honeymoon in the Caribbean. Momwaited for a week, nothing. Another week went by and still nothing. Then after a whole month, a card finally arrived. Written on it with shaky handwriting were the words” “British Airways”.
Mom took out her latest Harper’s Bazaar magazine, flippedthrough the pages fearing the worst, and finally found the ad for theairline. The ad said: “Three times a day, seven days a week, both ways.”
Mom fainted.
–from Pablo, NC
THE RIDE IS NEXT WEEK-END, YOU STILL HAVE TIME TO PRE-REGISTER AND SAVE $2.50!!!–It’s that time of year again for the 5th Annual LifeStyle Cycles Ride to the Love Ride! Join LifeStyle Cycles Sunday morning November 13th at 6:30 AM at LifeStyle Cycles shop in Anaheim for a huge pancake breakfast and tons of entertainment. The kickstands go up at 8:29AM and we’ll hit the road for Love Ride 22! All registered riders get a limited edition T-shirt, ride wristband, breakfast and entertainment, entry for the raffles and a very cool LifeStyle Cycles sticker. You don’t want to miss out!
Once again, Big’s will be serving up breakfast, we’ll have a ton of surprises, killer entertainment, giveaways and a great time before heading out to Castaic Lake for a great day at Love Ride 22. Make sure you pre-register at LifeStyle Cycles in Anaheim before the event and save $2.50.
Pre-registration is $7.50 before Nov. 13th, $10 the day of the ride!
So come on down to:LifeStyle Cycles at 1534 N. State College Blvd., Anaheim, CA 92806
(714) 490-0155
Get pre-registered for this awesome event!
BIKERNET BLONDE AND REDHEAD FILES–Two friends, a blonde and a redhead, are walking down the street andpass a flower shop where the redhead happens to see her boy friendbuying flowers.
She sighs and says, Oh, crap, my boyfriend is buying me flowers again.
The blonde looks quizzically at her and says, “You don’t like gettingflowers?”
The redhead says, “I love getting flowers, but he always hasexpectations after giving me flowers, and I just don’t feel like spendingthe next three days on my back with my legs in the air.”
The blonde says, “Don’t you have a vase?
–from Bob T.
BIKERNET GAMBLING ADVICE–Two bored casino dealers are waiting at the craps table. A very attractiveblonde woman from Texas arrived and bet $20,000 on a single roll of thedice.
She said, “I hope y’all don’t mind, but I feel much luckier when I’mcompletely nude.”
With that, she stripped from the neck down, rolled the dice and yelled,”Come on, baby, Mama needs new clothes!” As the dice came to a stop shejumped up and down and squealed . . . “YES! YES! I WON, I WON!”
She huggedeach of the dealers and then picked up her winnings and her clothes andquickly departed. The dealers stared at each other dumbfounded.
Finally, one of them asked, “What did she roll?” The other answered, “Idon’t know. I thought you were watching.”
Moral:
Not all Texans are stupid and not all blondes are dumb, but all men aremen.
Conder Report–Well, after 13 years I finally got Halibrand to step up and work with me on my car wheel adapter hub for motorcycles. It’s a simple, beautiful piece that will help us perverted bike builders to run a badass pin drive ’58 Indy 500 wheel on one of our “crazy” choppers. Hell, I might build a V-Rod on DUBS that pulls a Jacuzzi full of strippers. – More Later! (I built this bike for the SEMA show and I’ll send pics soon…)
The Conderosahttp://www.armageddontopfuel.com
GEARING UP THE THE HOLIDAYS AT WHITEHORSE PRESS–Everyone wants the latest thing to enhance their ride. Even Santa’s been totown to stock up on auxiliary lighting, power connectors, and a whole hostof other ancillary devices. For the “Fully Equipped Bike,” or sleigh as thecase may be, we recommend:
Universal and Custom-Fit PIAA DRIVING LIGHT KITS and HIGH-PERFORMANCEREPLACEMENT BULBS to make your ride safer and more enjoyable. See and beseen! We’ll even help you figure out just what you need.PIAA Driving Lights ($235.95 to$349.95)
POWERLET POWERBAR SOCKETS to power heated riding gear, cell phones, radardetectors, or just about any gadget. These handsome blocks of billetaluminum can be mounted on any 7/8-inch or 1-inch tubular handlebars,crashbars, frame rails, or luggage racks.Powerbar Sockets (7/8-inchdiameter bar, $124.95)Powerbar Sockets (1-inchdiameter bar, $124.95)IMC HELMET ENTERTAINMENT AND COMMUNICATION SYSTEMS are made for easyinstallation and operation, all at affordable prices. Motojournalist FredRau reports in the November 2005 issue of Motorcycle Consumer News that”After two months of use, I liked mine so much I bought a second for mywife, and two as gifts for riding friends.”Helmet Entertainment System ($34.99 to$199.99)
PATHBLAZER HEADLIGHT MODULATORS to pulse your high beam during daylight soyou stand out and are seen. Available for most motorcycles.Headlight Modulator ($109.95 to $169.95)
HOW TO STOP PEOPLE FROM BUGGING YOU ABOUT GETTING MARRIED– Old aunts used to come up to me at weddings, poking me in the ribs and cackling, telling me, “You’re next.” They stopped after I started doing the same thing to them at funerals.
–from Joe Lankau
GRAVES IN THE GRAVE–Jerry’s shop ( Graves Custom Cycles ) was destroyed during Hurricane Wilma.Tornado took the roof off, and collapsed a block wall. He had just made ithome from Biketoberfest after winning the Rat’s hole show. Hope you canpass along the bad news, and let the biking community know that all of histalent is still there, minus the building. He’s looking for a new shoplocation as I write.
Mike
954-494-7680
http://www.gravescustomcycles.com/hurricane.html
S&S/G SQUARED BUELL SETS POMONA TRACK RECORD!–The Auto Club NHRA Finals held in Pomona, California kept the Pro Stock Motorcycle crowd on their feet all weekend. During the three days of qualifying fans saw Chip Ellis on the G Squared/S&S Buell hit 190.30 mph, Tom Bradford on the Hal’s H-D V-Twin Buell go 191.38 mph and Matt Smith on the G Squared/S&S/Red Line Oil Buell set a new track record with a 7.000 second, 189.82 mph pass!
The 160ci S&S Pro Stock-powered bikes made quite an impression this weekend by filling up six of 16 slots available for the finals on Sunday. Throughout the eliminations, S&S/Buell powered bikes moved up in the field, especially Chip Ellis who swapped engines just before the semi-finals and on an untuned S&S Pro Stock engine went 7.174 at 183.02 mph! The finals came down to Ryan Schnitz on the Team Muzzy Buell against Andrew Hines and his Vance and Hines bike. Hines red-lighted and handed the win to Schnitz-his third of the 15-round season. In fact, five of the 15-rounds this year were won by S&S Pro Stock powered bikes.
Other 160ci S&S Pro Stock-powered Buell motorcycles also did well this weekend with all six S&S-powered bikes going into the elimination rounds Sunday.
Chip Ellis-G Squared/S&S Buell 7.047 190.30 mph Ryan Schnitz-Team Muzzy Buell 7.063 187.91 mph Chris Rivas-Mohegan Sun Racing Buell 7.198 185.89 mph Matt Smith-Redline Oil Buell 7.000 189.82 mph Tom Bradford-Hal’s H-D V-Twin Buell 7.168 191.38 mph Matt Guidera-Rocklin Motorsports Buell 7.146 183.99 mph
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