BIKERNET NEWS FLASH – CARIBBEAN REPORT, STEEDS TEASER, NEW PRODUCTS AND JOKES

Bandit, Ferryman and Jose

Pure Insanity. Those are the only two words I can use to describe how things are around the headquarters. If you like kids coming in and out, the phone ringing, UPS visits, power outages, etc? then you?d love it here.

Starting tonight and all weekend long we?ll have visitors coming from as far as England. The masses have flocked to So Cal for Jesse?s No Love party and The Love Ride. This year, the Bikernet Headquarters was added to the list of ?gotta stop there?.

Some walls are still just frame work, the bathroom is not yet fully functional, but Bandit?s warehouse and office are squeaky clean, (of course), and that?s where we?ll be doing the entertaining.

Let me be the first to welcome Ferryman from England (he brings Tulamore Dew) and Jose from Puerto Rico (hopefully he brings more Puerto Rican Rum). I?m glad they made it here safely. I don?t want to make it seem like you have to bring booze to visit, you can bring your women for Bandit and Sin, and bring food if you want to please Layla.

Now for a short news?

A Peak At A Steeds?Bandit,Here’s Scotty and riding shots of the our newest model, the 300-PM(Performance Monoglide) Quarterhorse. 2 0f 2, the bike studio shots are inthe other e-mail just sent. Tech sheet is very similar to our other bikes,this one has a 2″ Stretch, 36 degree rake, 300 tire 124″ S&S engine, 6-speedBaker RSD, and a gas gauge in the tank too.

Thanks
John

Zero Gravity–When NASA first started sending up astronauts, they quickly discovered thatball-point pens would not work in zero gravity. To combat this problem,>NASA scientists spent a decade and $12 billion developing a pen that writesin zero gravity, upside-down, on almost any surface including glass and attemperatures ranging from below freezing to over 300 C. The Russians used apencil. Your taxes are due again–enjoy paying them.

CowsIs it just me, or does anyone else find it amazing that our government cantrack a cow born in Canada almost three years ago, right to the stall whereshe sleeps in the state of Washington. And they tracked her calves to theirstalls. But they are unable to locate 11 million illegal aliens wanderingaround our country.

Bikernet On Our Constitution–“They keep talking about drafting a Constitution for Iraq. Why don’t wejust give them ours? It was written by a lot of really smart guys, it’sworked for over 200 years and hell, we’re not using it anymore.”

–from Gene Koch

Photo by Bob T.

Dirty One Liners–

Q. What is the difference between erotic and kinky?
A. Erotic is using a feather….kinky is using the whole chicken.

Q. What’s got four legs and one arm?
A. A Rottweiler.

Q. How can you tell if your girlfriend’s frigid?
A. When you open her legs the lights go on.

Q. When does a cub become a boy scout?
A. When he eats his first Brownie.

Q. What do you call a blonde grabbing at air?
A. Collecting her thoughts.

Q: How is a woman like a condom?
A: Both spend more time in your wallet than on your dick.

Q: What’s the difference between love, true love and showing off?
A: Spitting, swallowing and gargling.

Q: Why do men name their penis?
A: They like to be on a first name basis with the one making most oftheir decisions.

Q: Why do women have vaginas?
A: So men will talk to them.

Q: Why do men like big tits and tight pussy?
A: Because they’ve got big mouths and little dicks.

Q: What is the difference between ooooooh and aaaaaaah?
A: About three inches.

Q: Why don’t women have any brains?
A: Because they don’t have penises to keep them in.

Q: What two things in the air can make a women pregnant?
A: Her feet!

Q: What is the difference between a geneologist and a gynecologist?
A: A geneologist looks up your family tree and a gynecologist looksup your bush.

Q: Why can’t Miss Piggy count to 70?
A: Because she gets a frog in her throat at 69.

Q: Whats the difference between a microwave and a woman.
A: A microwave doesn’t scream when you put a piece of meat in it.

Q: Why do drivers’ education classes in redneck schools use the caronly on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays?
A: Because on Tuesday and Thursday, the Sex Ed class uses it.

Q: What’s the difference between a Southern zoo and a Northern zoo?
A: A Southern zoo has a description of the animal on the front ofthe cage, along with a recipe.

Q: What’s the difference between a Northern fairytale and a Southernfairytale?
A: A Northern fairytale begins, “Once upon a time…” A Southernfairytale begins, “Y’all ain’t gonna believe this shit…”

Q: How do you know you’re leading a sad life?
A: When a nymphomaniac tells you, “Let’s just be friends.”

Q: What do you get when you cross Billy Ray Cyrus and a yeastinfection?
A: An itchy, twitchy twat.

Q: What do you get when you cross an Owl and a Rooster?
A: A cock that stays up all night.

–from Rogue

PAUGHCO RADICAL CURVED DOWNTUBE 280 RIGHT DRIVE–Paughco, the Godfather of the custom frame industry, has done it again. You’re looking at their much-anticipated CURVED SINGLE DOWNTUBE 280 chassis. This new chassis is designed specifically for RIGHT SIDE DRIVE applications which means both the motor and transmission are centered in the frame. The frames accept popular 280 rubber and can be ordered in stretch options of 2×4, 3×6, 4×8, and 5×10. Standard leg and backbone dimensions are offered on double downtube frames only. You can also indicate rake angles of 30, 35, 40 or 45 degrees. Each frame comes complete with hidden axle plates and axle assembly. Additionally the new chassis can be ordered with double downtubes if desired. Not pictured is the SOFTAIL 280 RIGHT DRIVE which is being offered with similar options. For complete details call 775-246-5738 or visit www.paughco.com. Email to: info@paughco.com

BIKERNET CARIBBEAN REPORT–Sorry guys but I did miss the news last week, then again you will see the reasons why as you follow this write up, rant or whatever the fuck you want to call it.

It?s funny how things develop. A couple weeks ago I was in Daytona talking to some friends who happen to work at Street Chopper and Hot Bike, setting up a couple shoots of my bikes, and then I get back and find out Bandit will be the head honcho over there. So if you see any of my bikes, chops, bobbers or whatever, they were planned before Bandit jumped on board. I guess his pull was not used for that first set….Although I’m not saying that I won’t use it for further events, let’s see what happens next.

Speaking of such, I believe that no matter how many bikes I have built, nor how many years I have been at this, no bike has caused more effect than the purple bobber I did for the Journey Museum. Funny, how many bikes I built with wide tires and such, and by just going back to basics, to what I did many years ago, I went full force into another level.

No matter what people think or say, those things are what we built before. I guess I was just waiting for my turn to bring them back into my builds. And in a sense I am really glad about it. I’ve had the chance to put together many different styles of bikes, do a lot from stockers to full choppers with wide tires, learn from every single one, and learn more every single time, I guess growing, which is the most important part of all this, growing and learning. At the same time you re-learn all the stuff you forget. I remember I could tear an old bike apart and build it back, using the old cliche, with one eye tied behind my back and hands blindfolded, or something along those lines, now I have to look and redo, but we will get it back in due time.

One of the main causes of me losing interest in the older stuff is that I was trying to preserve it. I remember when bikes were cheap and plentiful, a 1980 was kind of new, there was no mercy when it was time to chop it, then time passed, and the bikes we played with became more valuable and harder to find, so the only sane way was to begin doing repros. Mind you, I still don’t have the heart to cut up anything original, but the availability of certain parts makes life easier, and cutting up shit, a party. There’s no secret that I am more than partial to the simple, older stuff, that does not mean I don’t know how to do newer stuff, done that, it’s just that I like what I like, and I’m glad that people are starting to notice those older bikes. Plus you get caught up on the bigger race, wider tires, more cubic inches, shit like that, when at the end is just another fad, another stepping stone.

I really believe that there’s a point when a builder can build (yeap that’s what builders do) what they want to actually build. That?s when you can relax and enjoy the trip, don’t build shit for show, beat the crap out of it, usable, and be happy. The other thing is seeing how many parts are you making yourself, steel, a welder and grinders, the parts keep adding up, and some become standards in a bike, sometimes you can name who built it by these slight details. One very good example of this is Jesse James, no matter what people say, he does most of his stuff, and does not rest ’till he achieves it. He learns a new way to do things all the time, and takes the proper time to do so, no matter what you do, it’s yours, huge budget or not.I guess what the base of all this is growing and learning, like I said before, one day you stick weld, then you mig, then you tig, or you cut metal up, then you shape it and later on you are able to do a fender with an english wheel, I guess you are following me…….

So what about the purple bobber?

You take all this knowledge that you have amassed and use it to what you know best, and it’s AFFORDABLE to others, paint it in colors you like, no matter if people think it’s too bright, follow some rules and bend others, it’s a beauty being able to jump from one era to another and non conforming to standards, just putting together something that people might recognize you by, which my friends, it’s the hardest part of actually building bikes.I guess others have seen what I do reflected in that little bobber/early chopper/chopper, or whatever you want to call it, and they have made me realize that is what I do, and that is what I enjoy doing. Simple ain’t it ?

Anyway, while you guys read this, I will be at the Bikernet headquarters, No Love Party is coming up and I have some biz to do in Cali, although I don’t have the time, I will have to pay for it later by very late hours at the shop…..So what’s fucking new.

See you next week.

Jose ? Bikernet Caribbean Reporter

Bikernet Sex Advice–An Irish woman “of a certain age”, visited her doctor to ask his help in reviving her husband’s sex drive.

“What about trying Viagra?”, asks the doctor.

“Not a chance”, she said. “He won’t even take an aspirin.”

“Not a problem”, replied the doctor. “Drop it in his coffee, he won’t even taste it”. “Give it a try and call me in a week to let me know how things went”.

A week later she rang up the doctor, who directly inquired as to the progress. The poor dear exclaimed, “Oh, faith, bejaysus and begorrah! ‘Twas horrid, just terrible, Doctor”.

“Really? What happened?”, asked the doctor.”Well, I did as you advised and slipped it in his coffee, didn’t I? The effect was almost immediate. He jumped his self straight up, with a twinkle in his eye, and with this pants a-bulging fiercely! With one swoop of his arm, he sent the cups and tablecloth flying, ripped me clothes to tatters and took me then and there, making wild, mad, passionate love to me on the tabletop! It was a nightmare, I tell you!”

“Why so terrible?”, asked the doctor. “Do you mean you didn’t enjoy it?”

“Of course I did doctor! Indeed, ’twas the best sex I’ve had in 25 years. But I’ll never be able to show me face in Starbucks again!”

–from Vern H.

Photo by Bob T.

WHEN TOM CRUISE SHAPED UPFOR NEXT ACTION FLICK HE DID ITON ONE WHEEL!–AND…OOW SCHOOL COMING TOLAKELAND MOTORSPORTS PARKLAKELAND, FLORIDA (1 Hr. n. of Tampa)NOVEMBER 18, 19, 20.In June of 2004, Willow Springs International Raceway in Rosamond,California hosted Tom Cruise and The On One Wheel wheelie school.Cruise chose On One Wheel to hone his already terrific wheelie skillsin preparation for the filming of Mission Impossible 3 and invited RollingStone Magazine along to do his cover interview for that prestigiouspublication.

“Tom was a good rider already. He has a great combination of braveryand control, just like in his films,” says Whitney Fair, Director of theschool. “That was his third On One Wheel school session and he’s alreadyjust about good enough to enter stunt contests. The idea was to get to thenext action level on the motorcycle and, in his usual go-for-it style, he did!”

School founder and the world’s top motorcycle instructor, Keith Code,says, “Doing wheelies ranks high on the list of the most frivolous anddecadent things in the history of Mankind but I look at it from the perspectiveof skill and control. It just happens to be one of the skills every top riderI have ever worked with has perfected.”

“Riders have more confidence in themselves when they know they canreally handle the motorcycle, especially in extreme circumstances and awheelie is an extreme circumstance. “The Wheelie School, appropriatelynamed On One Wheel (www.OnOneWheel.com) will reduce fear….whichis the best part,” says Code.

The highlight of the school is Code’s invention, the Wheelie TrainingBike. The school’s Triumph Speed Triples are equipped with twoANTI FLIP-OVER devices. An adjustable microswitch kills one of the threecylinders while the other applies the rear brake. Both devices areadjustable and can produce the desired height of the wheelie.”Your eyes will pop out of your head when it goes up–but flipping itwon’t be easy,” says Code.

Along with the rest of his motorcycle training devices —the Brake Rig,the Onboard Camera Bike, the No B.S. Bike, the Braking Trainer, theLean/Slide Machine and the Control Trainer, which are used at Code’slegendary California Superbike School — the Wheelie Bike gives studentsa whole new level of control over their riding.

Rolling Stone – issue #956, September 2/04 cover article describes it.For more information and school travel schedules -such as the LakelandMotorsports Park in Lakeland, Florida (1 hour north of Tampa) onNovember 18, 19, 20.visit: www.OnOneWheel.comor call: 818-957-7104.

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BIKERNET NEWS FLASH – COVELL METAL WORKSHOP, TRIBUTE TO A BROTHER AND BIG TWIN WEST

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Ron Covell Metalworking Workshops for 2005–Ron CoveIl is starting his 12th year giving metalworking workshops, and he?ll be traveling to 10 locations in 8 states this year. Thousands of people nationwide have learned how to shape and repair sheet metal with simple hand tools, and in most workshops, Ron demonstrates the use of the English Wheel. The workshops are open to people at all levels of experience, and sharing of individual experience is an important part of the workshop.

For more information contact CoveIl Creative Metalworking, 106 Airport Blvd. Suite 105, Freedom, CA 95019, 800 747-4631, or 831 768-0705. Website:www.covell.biz

All Covell workshops for 2005 are $190 per day, and pre-registration is required. You can register for one or both days. The workshops are given as a lecture-demonstration, and people are welcome at any level of experience. Call us at 800 7474631 (or 831 768-0705 international) for more information, or to register.

NEW ROAD WINDER CUSTOM WHEELS FROM HARLEY-DAVIDSON–
Forged Aluminum with a Brilliant Chrome Finish and Intricate Details
MILWAUKEE (October 15, 2004) ? The directional spokes of the new Road Winder Custom Wheel ($1,199.95) from Harley-Davidson Genuine Motor Accessories create the appearance of forward motion even when the Harley-Davidson motorcycle is standing still. The thin profile of the spokes opens up the wheel and showcases the available matching Road Winder brake rotors and sprocket. Forged from 6061 aluminum alloy under an 8,000-ton press, the Road Winder has a smooth, mirror-like chrome finish. Details like the edge rivets and Bar and Shield logos are forged into the surface of this one-piece wheel.

Like all Harley-Davidson wheels, the Road Winder bears DOT and JWL markings and meets the requirements of those agencies. Thirteen different Road Winder wheels are available for front and rear fitment on many 2000 and later Harley-Davidson Softail, Sportster, Dyna and Touring models.

For additional information on Harley-Davidson Genuine Motor Accessories, see your local Harley-Davidson dealer or visit the Harley-Davidson Web site at http:// www.harley-davidson.com . To find a dealer near you, call toll free 1-800-443-2153 in the U.S.A. or Canada.

TEXAS MOTORCYCLE DRAG RACERS – LAST CALL!!!–
This SUNDAY – November 7th – Redline Raceway Great Fall Weather Predicted for DALLAS CHALLANGEAccuWeather Forcasts – Sunny & 70 degrees

Callin? ALL NITRO HARLEY JUNKIES !!!!
Its Your LAST CHANCE to Sniff Nitro & Burnin? Rubber& Hollar For Your FAVORITES AS – Chrome & Steel Fantasies Presents –
“Texas Style Harley Drags ” Nitro Harley Match Racin?At Its BEST – FEATURING !Fletcher “Jocko” Mitchell Vs Clay “Holeshot” Holcomb &Paul Jones Vs John “Burnout” BlantonBest 2 out of 3 – Unlimited “Run – What – You – Brung” ACTION!!
PLUS “Open Drags” for Pro Catagory Race Bikes – SideBets Rule!
PLUS – 2 Money E.T. Classes for any type of Motorcycle!!!
AND – Trophy ET Class For Metric Motorcycles
AND – Trophy ET Class For Harley?s Only

BE THERE – FOR IT ALL

Gates Open 8 am – Track Opens 10 am – Eleminations & First Round Of Nitro Harleys 1pm
Admission: Adults -$20, 5 – 14 $5, Under 5 No Charge. “Fun Family Entertainment”
Redline Raceway is located East of Dallas On I-30 at FM 1565 North (exit 83)
For More Information Check http:// www.texasscooter.com

ALLIGATORS AND POLITIANS–Two alligators were sitting at the side of the swamp near Washington, DC: The smaller one turned to the bigger one and said, “I can’t understand how you kin be so much bigger ‘n me. We’re the same age, we wuz the same size as kids. I just don’t get it.”

“Well,” said the big ‘gator, “what ya been eatin’ boy?”

“Politicians, same’s you,” replied the small ‘gator.

“Hmm. Well, where ya catch ’em?”

“Down ‘tother side the swamp near the parkin’ lot, by the capitol.”

“Same here. Hmm. How ya catch ’em?”

“Well, I crawls up under one ’em Lexus and wait fer ’em to unlock the car door. Then I jump out, grab ’em on the leg, shake the shit out’em, and eat ’em!”

“Ah!” says the big alligator, “I think I see yer problem. You ain’t gettin’ any real nourishment. See, by time you done shakin’ the shit outta politician, there ain’t nothin’ left but an asshole and a briefcase!”

–from Skooter

BIKERNET BLONDE FILES–A Blonde enters a store that sells curtains. She tells the salesman, “I would like to buy a pair of pink curtains.”

The salesman assures her that they have a large selection of pink curtains. He shows her several patterns, but the blond seems to be having a hard time choosing.

Finally she selects a lovely pink floral print. The salesman then asks what size curtains she needs. The blond promptly replies, “fifteen inches.”

“Fifteen inches???” asked the salesman. “That sounds very small, what room are they for?”

The blond tells him that they aren’t for a room, they are for her computer monitor.

The surprised salesman replies, “but Miss, computers do not need curtains!”

The blond says, “Hellllooooooooo … I’ve got Windows!

–from Skooter

V-Rod Mid Controls Kit – New from Kosman Specialties–
Harley-Davidson? built a great bike when It designed the V-Rod. Now, Kosman Specialties announces its V?Rod Mid?Controls conversion kit forall V-Rod years and models, from 2002?2005.

The kit is a must for sporting V?Rod riders. Drag racers and sport riders will appreciate the sporting riding position and placement of the controls in a standard riding position.

Brake and gear levers, and other machined parts are made from aircraft-grade aluminum alloy. Folding footpegs are steel construction. Footrest hangers are heliarc welded alloy steel. Kits are available with steel parts powdercoated in silver or black finishes.

This is a complete, bolt?on kit supplied with all necessary hardware and instructions. Please note: the kit will not fit with the stock exhaust system, but will fit with Screamln? Eagle, Vance & Hines and most other aftermarket exhaust systems.

MSRP for the complete kit Is $445. Available now.

More info at www.kosman.net
Toll Free Order Line 877-4-KOSMAN
Tech Questions 707?837?0127
Kosman Specialties

Bradley’s service–I just returned from Barley’s services. The first thing that comes to mind is that combining sleep deprivation and funeral services are not always the best thing to do. I pulled an all-nighter at the shop to weasel enough time away from the shop to pay my respects to Bradley and all his loved ones. And there were no shortage of loved ones attending the services (standing room only). I know there was a ton of people who were not able to attend because if all the people attended who loved this Brother, I know there isn’t a place big enough. Now it has been a while since I’ve been to a funeral or a church service so I guess you might say I am not much of a religious man. I do believe that it is important to keep your word, take care of your responsibilities, do the right thing, always try not to hurt anyone intentionally and basically conduct your self in a righteous manner.

There was never a doubt that those were all qualities our friend possessed before this day but as the service was conducted this was explained by the minister as well. As the minister told it, Bradley always came to him around the holidays to see if there was someone who needed financial help and always gave generously and anonymously. He talked much of the kindness Bradley spread around and shared with us all. He read a little story Bradley?s little girl Billy wrote for the service and I know that was the hardest part of the service for every one ( even I had a hard time to maintain my composure ). She had some good things to say and is very strong about Bradley’s passing. They closed the services by leading us in front of Bradley to give us the opportunity to say good by in our own ways.

I stayed true to in our friendship and as usual I apologized to Bradley for not staying for the rest of the party so I could get a bit of rest before returning to work. I sure will miss having Bradley here with all of us and I extend my sincere condolences to His wife, Daughter, friends and family. I think we all need to continue our support to Frank and the rest of the crew at Hands off Polishing who will continue to provide quality services for all our polishing needs.

I have had limited contact with Frank but from working with him so far I can tell you he is a good guy who vows to keep the shop rolling and Bradley’s Family fed and for that I say Frank is one hell of a stand up guy. I will do all I can to help him make it happen and if anyone needs some polishing done, please give them a shot. I can easily say you won?t be disappointed with the quality of their work.

They can be reached at 224 Bldg. A Garvin st Garland, Texas 75040 Phone 972-487-8220

God speed Bradley!

Kent

BIG TWIN WEST–Dealer registrations coming in for Big Twin West THE dealer registration program for the upcoming Big Twin West expo formally opened in mid October, by which time the show had already notched up ‘promising’ dealer reaction according to Advanstar’s divisional general Manager Tracey Harris.

“Typically we don’t expect to start attendee sign-ups until some six weeks or so before an event,” Harris told AMD, “but when we did start the process of actively canvassing from the extensive pre-marketing we had done, we started from a high level.”The event is slated for the Mandalay Bay Hotel and Convention Center in Las Vegas, Nevada, for Saturday November 20th and Sunday 21st. The event had originally been announced for late January this year, but clashes with other events, not least the Harley-Davidson Dealer Conference in Orlando, resulted in a re-think.

“People have always said that Fall shows and West Coast shows don’t really pull in dealers. But we are all about listening to our customers,” Harris said. “A lot of dealers from the West Coast have suggested that the Dealer Expo in February is too late for their earlier-starting and longer riding season, and too far for them to go. Also, a lot of exhibitors have suggested Las Vegas as a show venue for the V-twin sector, so we are all set to break the mold. We believe a Fall show in the South West can and will work, and to judge against dealer sign-ups at the same stage last year for the Dirt Expo we held at the same venue at around the same time, we are ahead.”

Advanstar has partnered with Hot Bike to promote Big Twin West and East, and in addition to a Saturday night industry party, attendees are invited to a builder breakfast with top-name customizers such as Cory Ness, Aaron Greene (Paramount Custom Cycles), Kevin Alsop (Big Bear Choppers), Kim Suter (KC Creations), Jim Nasi, Rick Kairless (Strokers Dallas) and Matt Hotch due to attend the show and display recent custom projects.

Currently, getting on for some 150 exhibitors (AMD included) are signed up for the show. If you think being part of a unique opportunity to see the custom V-twin industry ‘do Vegas’ sounds like your kind of fun, at a time of year that looks increasingly useful given the changed nature of buying needs in the market these days, give it a go and be sure to come by and visit with the AMD team.

ADVANSTAR COMMUNICATIONS
Santa Ana, California, USA
http:// www.bigtwinwest.com

INDIAN SUE WRITES THE ARMOND BLETCHER STORY–A cousin of the man I went to the prom with in Fresno is a movie producerand wants the story to be made into a movie. He has been after me for afew years now to finish the book. So I even have a “connection” inHollywood, although he is an unknown to me producer….never saw his namein lights…..but still a connection and a driving force of a person wholoved Armond and his “stories” too.

I am sending a shot of Armond when he was probably 19, inSanta Cruz, and I am the chesty blonde. 🙂

–Indian Sue

Photo from Bob T.

That’s It For The News–Since today is my second childs birthday, I’ve decided to say screw it to work on the building and head out for pizza and salad bar.

My son, Kyle, turned twenty today. Not a child anymore, but not quite a man yet either. Even though he’d like to think so.

Have a great weekend, mine will be busy with work around here.

Layla

BIKERNET NEWS FLASH – CHOPPER RAFFLE, STEALTH REPORT, BILLY LANE BOOK AND TEEN MAGAZINE SEARCH

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ROUTE 66 – AZUSA, CALIFORNIA CHOPPER RAFFLE– On behalf of the Azusa Chamber of Commerce, I would like to extend an invitation to participate in our Route 66 Chopper Raffle.

When the Chamber heard that their budget was being cut, they immediately began to brainstorm for a unique and fun idea to raise money for local businesses. The result was a custom made Route 66 themed Chopper valued at $60,000. Tickets for the drawing are $100.00 a piece, and sales are being limited to only 2,000 tickets-so your odds are pretty good! The Raffle has also been registered with the Department of Justice.

Please join us in this unique fundraiser, for which proceeds will go towards helping the economic and business growth within the City of Azusa. If you are interested, or know anyone who would enjoy taking part in our raffle, please give us a call here at the Chamber of Commerce, 626-334-1507. You can also visit us on our website at http:// www.azusachamber.org

Regards,

Jen Loomis
Administrative Assistant
Azusa Chamber of Commerce
(626) 334-1507 Phone
(626) 334-5217 Fax

BIKERNET JOB FAIR–POLISHER WILL POLISH FOR WORK- I am looking to pick up some new accounts in polishing after market Harley parts or any other cycle parts I can. I have been polishing Spyke starters for years and am looking to move on and get some new things in my shop. I hope you can use a really good polish shop who will pick up and return your product shinny and clean ready for you or your customer.

Thank you Patrick Renish or Dink at Dinks Polish
(714) 362-1773
9618 Santa Fe Springs rd # 3
Santa Fe Springs Ca 90670

LUCKY DEVIL SCORES–Check out the new Girl in the shop

–The Devil

Click to see more from Lucky Devil

NEW CAST ONE-PIECE LUGGAGE RACK FOR HARLEY-DAVIDSON V-ROD–Pairs with Matching Mini Upright and Pad.Designed to complement the flowing lines of the Harley-Davidson V-Rod, this new die-cast One-Piece Luggage Rack (P/N 51209-05 [chrome] or P/N 51210-05 [black]; $169.95) from Harley-Davidson Genuine Motor Accessories incorporates the fender base plate and luggage rack for seamless style. Polished and finished in chrome or black, the luggage rack is designed to accept a Cast Mini Upright (P/N 51213-05 [chrome] or P/N 51215-05 [black]; $90) that bolts to the rack from below, and a Passenger Pad (P/N 52790-05; $39.95) with the VRSC logo.

The One-Piece Luggage Rack fits all 2002 and later VRSCA and VRSCB models, and comes with all necessary installation hardware.

For additional information on Harley-Davidson Genuine Motor Accessories, see your local Harley-Davidson dealer or visit the Harley-Davidson Web site at http://www.harley-davidson.com . To find a dealer near you, call toll free 1-800-443-2153 in the U.S.A. or Canada.

BIKERNET SCIENCE CLASS–A professor at Texas A&M University was giving a lecture of thesupernatural. To get a feel for his audience, he asks, “How many peoplehere believe in ghosts?”

About 90 students raise their hands.

“Well, that’s a good start. Out of those of you who believe in ghosts,do any of you think you have seen a ghost?”

About 40 students raise their hands.

“That’s really good. I’m really glad you take this seriously. Has anyonehere ever talked to a ghost?”

About 15 students raise their hand.

“Has anyone here ever touched a ghost?”

3 students raise their hands

“That’s fantastic. Now let me ask you one question further…Have any ofyou ever made love to a ghost?”

Way in the back, Bubba raises his hand. The professor takes off hisglasses, and says “Son, all the years I’ve been giving this lecture, noone has ever claimed to have made love to a ghost. You’ve got to come uphere and tell us about your experience.”

The big redneck student replied with a nod and a grin, and began to makehis way up to the podium. When he reached the front of the room, theprofessor asks, “So, Bubba, tell us what it’s! like to have sex with a ghost?”Bubba replied, “Shiiiit! From way back thar I thought you said “Goats.”

Monster Garage: Old School Motor–Jesse leaves the car and truck monsters behind to assemble his unsung, top-drawer, bike-building heroes into a team of ultimate old-school chopper craftsmen.

This episode airs at the following times (Eastern) :
Mon, Nov 29, 2004 at 9:00 PM
Tue, Nov 30, 2004 at 12:00 AM
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In case you missed it the first time, the show Bandit appeared in looks like it?s gonna air again. Check it out!

THE BIKERNET PHYSICAL–Following Smith’s physical, Dr. Bernard sent his patient a bill.

A month went by without a remittance, the office sent the first letter…another bill, and then another, and then a fourth, but no payment came…

Finally he sent Smith a pathetic letter, claiming desperately strainedcircumstances and enclosing a shot of his infant daughter.

On the back of the snapshot he wrote, “The reason I desperately need themoney you owe me!”

Barely a week later a response from Smith arrived in the mail.Dr. Bernard ripped it open eagerly, and found himself holding a picture ofa gorgeous woman in a full length mink coat.

On the back of the photograph the patient had scrawled, “The reason Ican’t pay!”

Bikes, Babes and Brilliance: It?s a Bad-ass Life With Billy Lane–
?For as long as I can remember, all lever wanted to do was drink beer, surf, ride motorcycles and raise hell with my friends.?
Sounds like custom-bike builder Billy Lane, all right. With his mind-blowing creative talent, signature designs and no-holds-barred, do-or-die personality, he?s both an untouchable star and a guy you could knock back a few beers with. The man who eats, lives and breathes choppers tells it like it is in Chop Fiction: It?s Not a Motorcycle, Baby, It?s a Chopper, complete with the stunning photography of Michael Lichter.

A legend begins

From his middle-class Miami roots to his meteoric rise to fame, Billy Lane Chop Fiction is an incredible peek behind the curtain of one of the most driven, gifted and enigmatic builders on the motorcycle scene today. Lane bares it all ? catch his tales of running with gangsters on the mean streets of Miami, how he found a home in the world of custom building, incorporating Choppers, Inc., the irresistible pull of the wild side, Discovery Channel?s Monster Garage and Biker Buildoff appearances, and many more.

Book Specs
Billy Lane Chop Fiction: It?s Not a Motorcycle Baby, It?s a Chopper, by Billy Lane; photography byMichael Lichter
Imprint: Motorbooks International
Hardcover, 160 pages
ISBN 0-7603-20 1 1-X
$24.95 (U.S.), $36.95 (CAN)
Available in bookstores everywhere, through Classic Motorbooks (800) 826-6600 or on http://www.motorbooks.com

STEALTH REPORT–For the first time in 22 years I find myself unemployed and it is not a good feeling. For the past couple of weeks I have been feeling down about all of this while trying to find my bearings and decide which road to take.

This past Sunday was the 10th Annual Gift & Gobble Ride here in Charlotte. During the week leading up to the ride I got calls from two of my buddies, Phil and Lonnie. They wanted to know if I wanted to ride with them. At first I really did not want to go. The ride ends at where I used to work and I did not think I would feel right being there. Sandy (a.k.a. MEANEST) had encouraged me to go. She has been there for me and supported me and my decision through all of this. Little did I know I was in for a surprise come Sunday.

Sunday morning rolled around and I decided to go. All week I had thought about the run and how people less fortunate depended on the run and how there were people out there who were in a lot tougher spots than I find myself in right now. It was a beautiful day, sunny and 80 degrees. We pulled out and headed for the Charlotte Coliseum and pulled into the parking lot where a sea of bikes were already staged for the ride. All week I had felt kind of disconnected from riding. As soon as I got off my bike I had people coming up to me shaking my hand and wishing me well. I was blown away by how many people I had come in contact over the years and how they expressed concern for me and thanked me for helping them at times. I can never express what this all means to me.

On the way home I realized that when you least expect it, you get so much back for giving so little sometimes. It proved again what I have always believed and that is “BIKERS CARE ABOUT EACH OTHER!” I also realized on the ride home that no job ever made me a biker! You see, all I have ever wanted to be is a biker and it was a choice I made long ago and no job could ever change that or take that away!

Deciding to go on that toy run did me a lot of good. As the holiday season approaches make the choice to attend a toy run, you just might be surprised at what you get back!

Until next week!
STEALTHMAN

BIKERNET MILITARY SUBJECT : USMC Retirement Bonus —

The Marines found they had too many officers and decided tooffer an early retirement bonus. They promised any officer whovolunteered for retirement a bonus of $1000 for every inch measuredin a straight line between any two points in his body. The officer gotto choose what those two points would be.

The first officer who accepted, asked that he be measured from thetop of his head to the tip of his toes. He was measured at six feet andwalked out with a bonus of $72,000.

The second officer who accepted was a little smarter and asked to bemeasured from the tip of his outstretched hands to his toes. He walkedout with $96,000.

The third one was a grizzly old Colonel who, when asked where hewould like to be measured replied “from the tip of my penis to mytesticles.” It was suggested by the pension man that he may want toreconsider, explaining about the nice checks the previous two officershad received. But the old Colonel insisted and they decided to go alongwith him providing the measurement was taken by a medical officer.The medical officer arrived and instructed the Colonel to “drop em,”which he did. The medical officer placed the tape measure on the tipof the Colonal’s penis and began to work back. “My God!” he suddenlyexclaimed, “Where are your testicles?” The Colonal calmly replied”Vietnam.”

TEEN MAGAZINE AND BIKERS DAUGHTERS–Layla, I’m a writer for Teen People looking to interview a teenage girl (between the ages of 14 and 17) whose dad is a Hells Angel (or a 1%er). My editor would prefer the daughter of a HA member only because the name is so recognizable, but she will consider others as long as they are serious (not weekend) bikers.

Just to clarify — we are NOT interested in interviewing the MC member himself or writing about their organization. This is a magazine for teen girls about teen girls (who we’ve found are only interested in grown-ups if they’re Ben Affleck or a member of Good Charlotte).

This feature is an “as told to” piece — the girl receives a “written by” credit, and we take her interview, edit it for length, and plop it into the magazine. We do not editorialize or add commentary — it’s strictly her story, and it is meant to be a positive feature that will inspire kids to see the similarities in others more than their differences (the other article I am working on for this particular section is about an 18-year-old girl who donated a kidney to her twin sister).

We want to ask the questions that your average 15-year-old girl would ask another teenager — what are your favorite classes, do you work part time, do you know how to ride yourself, do you want to get your own motorcycle, do you get along with your parents, do you ever worry that your dad might get hit by a bad driver, do you ever wish dad wasn’t a biker, that sort of thing. We assume that your average kid doesn’t know that much about how dad spends his time, so we’re not interested in asking questions about it.

I realize some people may have some understandable concerns about privacy, and I’m happy to do whatever I can to address those (and am already discussing options with my editor). The interview isn’t terribly long (the whole article is about 600-800 words) and can be done over the phone. My deadline is soon – Nov. 15 – and my editor has asked that I submit candidates to her by Mon. Nov. 8.

gI am happy to answer any questions anyone may have (I can be reached at lianebonin@aol.com). I hope this is an opportunity to present a different side of biking to the public and hopefully open a few minds.

Thanks, Liane

BIKERNET ANGEL–Thought this photo was worth sharing …I just got back from Biketberfest in Daytona. Made alot of new friends and got a chance to hang out with some old ones.lol I rode down Main Street with these wings on ….sure got alot attention.

Gypsywitch
Kathryn Nicholl-Bayer -just moved here from New Yorkto Cape Coral Florida. (husband didn’t want to go …stayed in New York”what was he thinking? lol” so I came alone }

Bandit,–
By way of introduction, I am the editorial director at Voyageur Press, a book publisher located in Minnesota. We publish books such as THIS OLD HARLEY, a collection of stories, art, and pics of Harleys. You can check out our website at http://www.voyageurpress.com>www.voyageurpress.com

I am currently working on collecting more stories and images on Harleys for a follow-up illustrated anthology. Checking out your website, I ran across the story by Johnny of Humble, Texas, under the “My First Harley” section entitled “Origins of a Passion.” I’m interested in perhaps including the essay in the book, if possible.I’m also curious if you have a similar story about your first Harley?I’d be happy to mail you a copy of THIS OLD HARLEY to show the quality of book we’re discussing. The new book will be published by Voyageur Press in fall 2005, and illustrated with historical photos, ads, and current color photography. I am also approaching other well–known writers, collectors, and photographers. I would naturally pay you to use your story and supply you with complimentary copies of the book.

Please feel free to call me at 651-430-2210, ext. 12, or email me mdregni@voyageurpress.com) with any questions, comments, or ideas.

Best wishes,
Michael Dregni
Editorial Director
Voyageur Press
123 N. 2nd St.
Stillwater, MN 55082 USA

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BIKERNET NEWS FLASH – H-D NEW MODELS, STOLEN BIKE – PLEASE HELP, AND HISTORY OF SISSY BARS?

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Hey Bandit,
Finally I got a vinyl cover seat for you.Total price is $108.85-Sorry for this delay, because I spend time to find nice buttons.
I hope you like it.

Thanks, Eddie

HARLEY-DAVIDSON INTRODUCES SOFTAIL SPECIAL EDITION FLEET MODELS–Heritage Softail Classic and Fat Boy Models Available for Police Officers, Firefighters and Shriners
MILWAUKEE (November 1, 2004) – Harley-Davidson Motor Company expands the Special Edition fleet offering with two Softail model updates:

FLSTC/I Heritage Softail Classic and FLSTF/I Fat Boy models. Both models are now available in Peace Officer and Firefighter Special Editions and in Shrine motorcycles.

The Peace Officer Special Edition Softail motorcycles are available in Dark Blue, with the unique, updated tank graphics. The Firefighter Special Edition Softail motorcycles feature updated tank graphics and are available in the new, Fire Engine Red paint. The Shrine Softail motorcycles are available in the standard Pleasure Colors along with Concord Purple (Jester members only) and Arctic White and feature the standard Pleasure graphics. The new Special Edition fleet motorcycles will be available starting January 3, 2005.

The addition of the Special Edition Softail models will expand the current Harley-Davidson Special Edition police line up to five models: FLHTCUI Ultra Classic Electra Glide, FLHTC/I Electra Glide Classic, FLHR/I Road King, FLSTC/I Heritage Softail Classic and FLSTF/I Fat Boy motorcycles.

Harley-Davidson has been building patrol motorcycles since 1908 and currently serves more than 3,000 law enforcement departments in North America, as well as law enforcement agencies in 45 countries. Harley-Davidson police motorcycles offer low maintenance costs, superior durability and unmatched resale value. They come with standard Sequential Port Fuel Injection for quick starts in all conditions and offer enhanced performance and fuel economy.

SCREAMIN’ EAGLE DRAG TEAM ROLLS TO SEMI-FINALS IN LAS VEGAS–Tonglet Advances to Third Round, Hines Leads Qualifying and Keeps Points Lead
LAS VEGAS (Oct. 31, 2004) – Screamin’ Eagle/Vance & Hines drag racing team rider GT Tonglet rode his Screamin’ Eagle V-Rod to the semi-final round of eliminations at the 4th Annual AC Delco Las Vegas NHRA Nationals at Las Vegas Motor Speedway. His teammate, Andrew Hines, led all qualifiers for the event, but missed a chance to clinch the Pro Stock Bike season points title when his engine faltered in the first round of eliminations. However, Hines still retains a 117-point lead over Antron Brown heading into the final NHRA POWERade Drag Racing Series event of the season, Nov. 11-14 in Pomona, Calif.

For the seventh time this season, Hines topped all other qualifiers in the NHRA Pro Stock Bike field. His run of 7.130 seconds at 185.10 mph also set a new Pro Stock Bike ET record for the track. Tonglet qualified fourth with a run of 7.185 seconds at 190.59 mph, a new track-record top speed for the class.

In the first round of eliminations on Sunday, Tonglet (7.266/177.67) defeated Karen Stoffer (7.290/178.99). Hines (8.052/128.18) was leading Mike Berry (7.414/177.60) when his engine let go mid-run.

“We came here ready to wrap up the championship, but it just didn’t work out. We’ll be ready to get the job done at Pomona,” said Hines.

In round two, Tonglet (7.253/177.16) beat Matt Smith (7.275/181.76) and for the seventh consecutive NHRA event, a Screamin’ Eagle rider was in the semi-final round. Tonglet then lined up with Angelle Savoie, but her 7.241/178.71 run beat Tonglet’s 7.442/177.39 pass.

In the final, Chip Ellis (7.191/179.92) used his V-Twin Buell to defeat Savoie’s Suzuki (7.255/177.49) and take his first NHRA Pro Stock Bike win in just his third start.

US Army rider Antron Brown, who started the Las Vegas event in second place, 131 points behind Hines, advanced to the second round before losing to Ellis, and gained 14 points on Hines. Savoie, also with the US Army team, started the weekend 176 points behind Hines and gained 55 points on the Screamin’ Eagle rider.

Heading into the final event, Hines has 1,152 points, Brown is 117 points back in second with 1,035 points, and Savoie is 121 points behind Hines in third position with 1,031 points. With a potential 138 points available at Pomona, both Brown and Savoie still have a mathematical shot at the title.

“The team did well this weekend. Andrew was the top qualifier with a track record ET, and GT set the track record top speed and made the semi-final round,” said Harley-Davidson Racing Manager Anne Paluso. “We’re really looking forward to Pomona and the championship finale.”

Screamin’ Eagle Performance Parts are inspired by and built in the spirit of the raw adrenaline and power of motorcycle racing. Screamin’ Eagle Pro parts are specifically designed for race-use applications, while Screamin’ Eagle parts offer street-use performance options for the Harley-Davidson motorcycle owner. Visit www.harley-davidson.com for more information.

The Screamin’ Eagle/Vance & Hines Pro Stock Bike team is sponsored by Dunlop, Ford Quality Checked Certified Pre-Owned, Matco Tools and S100.

BIKERNET GOES POSTAL–The US Postal Service created a stamp with a picture of Senator Hillary Clinton to honor her achievements as the First Lady of our nation. In daily use it was shown that the stamp was not sticking to envelopes.

This enraged Senator Clinton, who demanded a full investigation. After a month of testing, a special presidential commission made the following findings:

*The stamp was in perfect order.
*There was nothing wrong with the applied adhesive.
*People were spitting on the wrong side.

RACER’S CYCLE OF YOUTH RIPPED OFF–Sacramento, CA-Oct. 17by Felicia
Ray Wheeler’s been racing since the 1960’s when he came to Californiaafter serving in Viet Nam, so the October 16-17 drags weren’t his firstgo-round. It was, however, the first run for his 2002 specialconstruction, hand-built motorcycle. As a matter of fact, it had justknown life for one week before Ray loaded it up in the back of aSilverado pickup and headed for the Custom Chrome show in Morgan Hillfor it’s first introduction to the riding world.

The judges weren’timpressed enough to hand down an award to the 159 incher at that show,but when I saw it doing pre-trial burnouts here in Sacramento(with 190 horses to the rear wheel), it definitely caught my eye.It’s got that old skool, work horse appearance that I so love in ascreaming,rocket of a motorcycle. It’s kind of a cross between “sleeper” streetbike lookand a slightly understated racer, but with street tires and no tractionRay still turned in some impressive times of 124 mph and two runs of119 mph…in well under 12 seconds.

Ray’s next stop was to be Las Vegasas he sought to reclaim his youth astride his custom built steed,but Destiny had another plan.

On Sunday, October 17 some scum-sucking buckets of shit decided theywere entitled to the cherished motorcycle and Ray awoke to find an emptyspot where the truck had been parked at the Best Western in RanchoCordova. Besides the bike, the truck was loaded with tools, helmets, andassorted gear. He’d brought along a set of full leathers to be givenaway to someone who needed them, but he’d not yet found anyone they’dfit, so the thieves got those, too.

I’ve heard it said that you develop a deeper sense of what’simportant as you age, and it struck me that Ray Wheeler, at 60, has hitthat stride because his Zen-like attitude about the whole thingsurprised me. Hesaid he hoped that whoever ended up with the bike would have the heartto realize it was a special machine and not tear it apart.

There areonly 3 engines like it in the entire United States, so it’s not like aguy could just waltz up to a parts counter and buy a new bolt-on partfor it. Jim Bartlett from Beaverton, Oregon had come out of retirementto build the frame and had his name proudly displayed in copperpin-striping on the tanks. Ray shared that he hadn’t been able to sleepand had not yet told Jim about the theft, a call he was sorely dreading.He just couldn’t get his head around how someone could steal anotherman’s motorcycle anyway, but to take one of this caliber was just beyondcomprehension. The tone was one of disbelief, and rather than spewingvengeance or raging with hate, there was just a profound sense ofsadness and loss. (I, personally, found myself cursing the slime with apox to be carried for the next hundred generations, however!!) Ray saidthat if it had been a street bike, he’d just call the insurance companyand start all over, but this bike was a group effort, and represented agreat deal of pride irreplaceable by any coverage.

The police have given little hope of ever seeing the motorcycleagain, but the truck was found 3 days later in Citrus Heights…abusedbut drivable. Ray hasn’t given up hope, and continues to hold out forthe one phone call that might lead him back to his beloved fountain ofyouth. His number is (831) 594-7783, email addy, bmcmc@sbcglobal.net and Ray, I truly wish you the best!!

HISTORY OF THE SISSY BAR–Hello,I am trying to find out the history of sissy bars, when they were invented, etc…I have been researching books and magazines and I have not been able to find any information. Could you offer any assistance/advice?

Thanks,
Angel Belfordabelfo@hotmail.com

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BIKERNET NEWS FLASH – NEW H-D ENGINES, BOOK REVIEWS AND H-D RACING NEWS

Here a quick intro to the news cause the faster I get it posted, the faster I can get back to work on the building. As you probably already know, Bandit has taken a real job with Primedia as Editorial Director of three titles, Hot Bike, Hot Rod Bike and Street Chopper. This has him leaving the headquarters at the crack of dawn and coming home after dark. Not to say that Bikernet wasn’t a real job, cause it was, but from home. However, Primedia came calling with a challenge that peaked that man’s interest like only a woman or motorcycles could, the challenge being – run a bunch of magazines (Bandit run a magazine?). He rose to the challenge and out of retirement, out of the headquarters he went. Hence, real job = commute.

Hang in there with us as it will be an adjustment for us personally and professionally. Primedia wants to take over Bikernet, but we’re working out the terms. If it happens we hope to deliver more info and stories than ever before. In the meantime we promise to keep the good stuff coming and remain as interactive as possible.

Here’s a few shots of what’s been going on around the headquarters and all at a snails pace I might add. The carpet & floor guy is waiting on the carpenter, the carpenter is waiting on the electrician, the electrician is waiting on who knows what. And so it goes… And you’re waiting on the news. Take a look at the progress, and then enjoy the news.

Walls come down.

Walls go up and new doorways are made.

I discovered beautiful hardwood under 77-years of old tile and linoleum. Bandit had a cow the night I peeled it all up cause it was the only good bathroom upstairs. But after four days of my son and I sanding and varnishing, he?s happy now. I know, hardwood in the bathroom. I just couldn?t cover it back up.

Layla

Navy SEALS Rules For Gun fighting
1. Look very cool in sunglasses.
2. Kill every living thing within view.
3. Return quickly to looking cool in latest beach wear.
4. Check hair in mirror.

US Army Rangers Rules For Gun fighting
1. Walk in 50 miles wearing 75 pounds, while starving.
2. Locate individuals requiring killing.
3. Request permission via radio from “Higher” to perform killing.
4. Curse bitterly when mission is aborted.
5. Walk out 50 miles wearing a 75 pound while starving.

Army Rules For Gun fighting
1. Select a new beret to wear
2. Sew combat patch on right shoulder
3. Change the color of beret you decide to wear

US Air Force Rules For Gun fighting
1. Have a cocktail
2. Adjust temperature on air-conditioner
3. See what’s on HBO
4. Determine “what is a gunfight”
5. Request more funding from Congress with a “killer” PowerPoint presentation
6. Wine & dine ‘key’ Congressmen, invite DD & defense industry executives
7. Receive funding, set up new command and assemble assets
8. Declare the assets “strategic” and never deploy them operationally
9. Tell the Navy to send the Marines

US Navy Rules For Gun fighting
1. Go to Sea
2. Drink Coffee
3. Watch porn
4. Send the Marines

HARLEY-DAVIDSON OFFERS TWIN CAM 103B SOFTAIL ENGINE–
Factory-Built High Performance from the New Era Engine Program
The Harley-Davidson New Era Engine Program now offers the same ground-shaking power introduced in the 2005 FLSTFSE Screamin? Eagle Fat Boy with its Twin Cam 103B Softail Engine (P/N 19293-05 [black and chrome] or P/N 19296-05 [silver and chrome]; $6,895). The New Era program offers new, factory-built engines manufactured and tested to the latest model year specifications. The balanced Twin Cam 103B engine displaces 1690cc and features all of the components used on the Screamin? Eagle Fat Boy engine, including a stroker flywheel assembly, big-bore cylinders and pistons, and Screamin? Eagle cams and cylinder heads.

The Twin Cam 103B Softail Engine is offered in silver and chrome (to match the Screamin? Eagle Fat Boy), as well as black and chrome, and it fits the 2005 FLSTFSE models. It does not include the intake system, stator, rotor or compensating sprocket assembly. This engine is legal for use on public roads only when installed in the specified model.

For additional information on Harley-Davidson Genuine Motor Accessories, see your local Harley-Davidson dealer or visit the Harley-Davidson Web site at http:// www.harley-davidson.com . To find a dealer near you, call toll free 1-800-443-2153 in the U.S.A. or Canada.

BIKERNET BOOK REVIEW–

MOTORCYCLE JOURNEYS THROUGH THEAPPALACHIANS–
One of the Most Popular Travel Guides in theWhitehorse Press Motorcycle Journeys Series
Whitehorse Press has just released a new edition of Dale Coyner?s popular two-wheel travel guide, Motorcycle Journeys through the Appalachians. Travelers wanting to explore the scenic mountain vistas and bucolic valleys of this idyllic touring region now have this completely up-to-date guidebook from an author who can trace his Appalachian roots back several generations.

The book lays out 36 day-long routes through Pennsylvania, Maryland, Virginia, West Virginia, and the Carolinas, all the while offering local lore, useful advice, and easy-to-follow directions. Coyner? s affection for his native region is obvious in every chapter; his lyrical descriptions of the best roads lead to detailed depictions of ancient caverns, covered bridges, rolling farm country, Civil War battlefields, and presidents? homes. Amish farmers, bluegrass music, Elvis memorabilia, remnants of the War Between the States?Coyner has found them all. He?ll help you get to and through, everything that?s worth seeing, including the Harley-Davidson Motor Company at its factory in York, Pennsylvania.

Along the way, he points out the region?s most rider-friendly restaurants, hotels, and campgrounds, ranging from bare-bones accommodations to spoil-yourself luxury. A new section in the book entitled ?Through Routes and Favorites? contains a list of memorable trans-regional routes for those just ?passin? thru,? as well as a long list of places the author finds most enjoyable about the region (and a few that are decidedly not). Watch for the friendly but alert officers in Fayetteville, West Virginia, and Loretta?s thick, chocolaty milkshakes at the Fox Diner in Front Royal, Virginia.

Enhanced with full color photographs, the new second edition has more routes, more maps and still more colorful Coyner humor that will have you laughing out loud. No one describes the South?s good ol? boys and offbeat historical lore quite like Coyner. To find adventure and fun with a great riding companion, take this book along when you head out to explore the tangled back roads and unique places of this ever fascinating part of the country.

Softbound, 5-1/2 x 8-1/2 inches, 304 pages, color illustrations and maps, detailed route instructions, $24.95.Copies are available at your local bookstore, motorcycle dealer, or directly from the publisher, Whitehorse Press.

BIKER BILLY COOKS WITH FIRE
Robust Recipes from America?s Most Outrageous Television Chef
Do real bikers eat Quiche? They do when Biker Billy makes it! And here?s more good news on the ?Eat, Sleep, Ride? front: In their latest-offering, motorcycle book publisher Whitehorse.Press delivers the magic recipe for this ?Could Be Quiche? and a whole lot more.in the new paperback edition of Bill Hufnagle?s best selling cookbook, BIKER BILLY COOKS WITH FIRE. It is the perfect gift for the holiday season? and for many occasions to come.

Biker Billy and his spicy motorcycle-themed recipes have come to be known by millions through his popular cable television cooking show, his appearances on national network TV (?The Tonight Show with Jay Leno,? ?Regis and Kelly Live?), his features in the national media (People magazine, Vanity Fair), and his popular syndicated column in many motorcycle magazines. With a flash of flames and a suggestive sizzle, BIKER BILLY COOKS WITH FIRE offers a liberal sprinkling of biker banter, motorcycle tips, ultra hip photos, and instructions for preparing scrumptious dishes for every meal of the day?each complete with a list of ingredients and where to get them.

Even though most of these quick, full-flavored, easy-to-make recipes are loaded with ?fire,? Biker Billy does anything but torture the tongue. He creates snappy, memorable dishes, such as Lucifer?s Angel Pasta, Biker ?Beeritos?, Snap Jack Pie, Howlin? Hush Puppies, Stuffed Shells from Hell and many others that provide the happiest of adventures for your taste buds.

As Biker Billy says, ?Cooking with fire is just like riding a motorcycle?there are some risks involved, but if you prepare properly and use caution, the risks are reduced and the fun is increased.? Enter Biker Billy?s world where cool motorcycles and hot food collide, where fans bring the joy and gusto of the open road right into their kitchens by eating hot, riding safe, and cooking with fire!

Paperback, 6 1/4 x 9 1/2 inches, 257 pages, b/w illustrations, $16.95. Copies are available at your local bookstore, dealer, or directly from the publisher, Whitehorse Press.

TWO WHEELS THROUGH TERROR
Glen Heggstad?s Diary of a South American Motorcycle Odyssey
You may have seen the interview on CBS? 48 Hours with adventure motorcyclist Glen Heggstad or heard parts of his hair-raising story on National Public Radio. But, nothing compares to reading his complete account of riding to the southern tip of South America only weeks after the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001.

On amountainous road between Medellin and Bogota, he was captured by Colombia?s rebel ELN army. For five weeks, he was moved from camp to camp, beaten, fed only small amounts of? rice and water, and continuously threatened with death. Heggstad spares no details of his incredible brush with terrorism in his new book, Two Wheels Through Terror, just published by Whitehorse Press.

A shocking travelogue of an ambitious journey gone wrong, Two Wheels Through Terror, is in the tradition of first-hand accounts like Krakauer? s Into Thin Air and will keep readers riveted from beginning to end. The story begins with a confident man looking to realize a dream and ends with a dazzling display of determination and courage to finish what he started. Yet, it is the gripping account of how Heggstad was ripped from his motorcycle just weeks into his trip, robbed of everything, and forced to march through strange jungles with assault rifles in his back, that fuels interest and amazement.

Having survived and won his release, Heggstad was determined to finish his journey. With a new bike equipped by friends, he continued around the coast of South America, through Ecuador, Peru, Chile, Argentina, and Brazil. A year later, still recuperating from his ordeal, Heggstad is able to chronicle his trip with humor and insight.

Glen Heggstad, the self-proclaimed ?Striking Viking,? is an adventure traveler who seeks out and rides the most rugged places on the planet. He has been a Hell?s Angel and a martial arts expert, but no amount of training or experience was able to prepare him for what he became while riding this trip.

Hardcover, 6 x 9 inches, 275 pages, color illustrations, $24.95. Copies are available at your local bookstore, dealer, or directly from the publisher, Whitehorse Press.

All three books are available at the following:
WhitehorsePress,
107 East Conway Road, Center
Conway, NH 03813-4012.
Telephone toll free 800-531-1133 or visittheir web site at http:// www.whitehorsepress.com .

BIKERNET AND THE FUTURE–Ozone created by electric cars now killing millions in the seventh largestcountry in the world, Mexifornia formally known as California. Whiteminorities still trying to have English recognized as Mexifornia’s third language.

Spotted Owl plague threatens northwestern United States crops andlivestock.

Baby conceived naturally . . . scientists stumped.

Couple petitions court to reinstate heterosexual marriage.

Last remaining Fundamentalist Muslim dies in the American Territory of theMiddle East (formerly known as Iran, Afghanistan, Syria and Lebanon).

Iraq still closed off; physicists estimate it will take at least 10 moreyears before radioactivity decreases to safe levels.

France pleads for global help after being overtaken by Jamaica.

Castro finally dies at age 112; Cuban cigars can now be imported legally,but President Chelsea Clinton has banned all smoking.

George Z. Bush says he will run for President in 2036.

Postal Service raises price of first class stamp to $17.89 and reducesmail delivery to Wednesdays only.

85-year, $75.8 billion study: Diet and Exercise is the key to weight loss.

Average weight of Americans drops to 250 lbs.

Japanese scientists have created a camera with such a fast shutter speed,they now can photograph a woman with her mouth shut.

Massachusetts executes last remaining conservative.

Supreme Court rules punishment of criminals violates their civil rights.

Average height of NBA players now nine feet, seven inches.

New federal law requires that all nail clippers, screwdrivers, flyswatters and rolled-up newspapers must be registered by January 2036.

Congress authorizes direct deposit of formerly illegal politicalcontributions to campaign accounts.

Capitol Hill intern indicted for refusing to have sex with congressman.

IRS sets lowest tax rate at 75 percent.

Florida voters still don’t know how to use a voting machine.

–from Art F.

Maney clinches 2004 AHDRA Pro Stock Championship–After sewing up the title in Rockingham, NC, Rick Maney, a Pro Stock rookie finished off his championship season with yet another win in Las Vegas. Some of Maney’s 2004 season highlights include:

-Eight final round appearances out of nine races attended

-Number 1 qualifier seven out of nine races, Number 2 qualifier two out of nine races

-Current AHDRA 1/8 mile mph and ? mile mph record holder, 150.82 & 176.85

-Best E.T. 7.446 (Portland OR)

-Best MPH 181.01 (Bakersfield, CA)

-Best R.T. .002

“We couldn’t have won the 2004 AHDRA Pro Stock Championship without the S&S VFI fuel injection system. The system works so well that it allowed us to focus on chassis and clutch tune-up and not spend all of our time working on fuel management” said Maney.

“Rick’s team is a first class operation. His perseverance, professionalism and attention to detail make us proud to be a sponsor” said Ted Grabowski of the S&S Racing Department.

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BIKERNET NEWS FLASH–CHEAP SEATS, TRASH TECH, PENZ CHARITY, LAST RESORT BIKETOBERFEST SHOW, AHDRA WINNERS AND A DOG-EARED BIKER BOOK

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IT’S A DOG’S WORLD–

Harley Dog Gone Bikers and their Best FriendsTails of Devotion, Loyalty and Love. Katmandu needs your dog ridin’ stories for an up coming book. Just fill out the following and spill your guts.

Your phone #______________________Tales can be long or short but must be real. Use plenty of paper.Please print so I can read it. Photos MUST include you, your bike and the Dog (s). # of photos sent _________________Photo submissions cannot be returned at this time.Each submission is subject to editing for brevity, theme and structure.

Questions? mailto:katmadnu74@msn.com” Use HDG in subject line so I know it?s not ?junk?.

Your name, age and place of residence.
Education and/or Professional Background.
What kind of dog did you grow up with and where?
Dogs name, age and how did they come into your life?
Breed of Dog, other breeds owned?
Other animals or children in the house?
What is his/her personality towards bikers (people)?
What are the human reactions to your dog?
Common comments about him/her?
What are the outstanding traits, behaviors or talents of this dog.
Do you work with dogs? Therapy dogs, hunting, companion, or show?
How did you handle the passing of the dig? Memorials, tattoos?

Anything else about your Harley Dog?
Katmandu74@msn.com

AHDRA SUCCESSFUL RACING SEASON–LAS VEGAS, NV (October 27, 2004) Concluding the AHDRA 2004 racing season, S&S congratulates the AHDRA and all associated racing teams for another successful racing season. Attending the annual AHDRA awards banquet in Las Vegas, Jody Anderson, Race Department Manager for S&S Cycle, personally awarded 15 winning racers from three S&S sponsored classes. As an official sponsor of the Pro Stock, Pro Gas, and Super Sport Championship classes, S&S is pleased to announce the following award recipients:

Pro Stock Championship ?

1st place, Rick Maney, $10,000

2nd place, Dale Raudenbush, $3,000

3rd place, Dirk Higgins, $1,000

4th place, Chris Rivas, $500

5th place, Mark Collier $250

Pro Gas Championship –

1st place, Brook McCabe $2,000

2nd place, Robert Markham $900

3rd place, Dave Delullo Jr. $600

4th place, Ray Phipps $400

5th place, Lee Hitz $250

Super Sport Championship –

1st place, David Doremus $1,000

2nd place, G.W. Bass $400

3rd place, Karen Wagner $200

4th place, Allen Nusbaum $150

5th place, Wanda Poff $100

In addition to the cash payouts awarded above, S&S awarded 140 contingency certificates valued at $14,560 to racers throughout the 2004 racing season. These certificates were awarded following each race at the winner?s circle. S&S was also the official sponsor for the AHDRA races at Bakersfield, CA, Budds Creek, MD, and Bristol, TN during the 2004 racing season.

For more information about the AHDRA, visit their website at www.ahdra.com.

MYSTERY CHOPPER OF THE WEEK–And it is a mystery. The guy who sent it didn’t whisper a word.

–Charles Diaz
chazthebiker@yahoo.com>

THE BIKERNET SAFETY EDITORIAL– I was going through your news section and I read about thecar pulling out with two injured, at bike week. I would like to say fromexperience that an reflective is a must have for every rider. there’stwo things I never ride with out my helmet and my reflective safetyvest. As far as safety goes the reflective vest is the more effective ofthe two. every day there are fourwheelers that spot me because of thevest that wouldn’t have otherwise. There is simply no way a driver canget away with saying she or he didn’t see you when you’re wearing areflective safety vest.

When it comes to cops and wearing a reflective vest, itwill work in your favor, because the cop will automatically assume thatyou’re a conservative responcible rider, and keep on going with outgiving you second glance.

I really do speak from experience when I talk about a reflectivesafety vest. I ride a gas powered bicycle, and I really do mean ride. Iaverage about 100 miles a week, and that’s just my around town miles.When the weather is good and the mood strikes me, I comonly will go forrides out in the country, and I will easly do that much in a day.

Regardless of your wheels Every one on two wheels has on thing incomon. We’re invisble to the fourwheelers out there simply because theydon’t care enough to look for us. A safety vest might not look cool,but wearing one will save your life every time you wear one. Because itforces the fourwheelers out there to notice that hey you’re on the roadto.

–Evilb

OL’ SKOOL CHOPPER SHOW AT LAST RESORT–The crowds may have been down in Daytona Beach this year at Biketoberfest but you would never know it if you were at the Last Resort Bar in Port Orange for this years Ol Skool Chopper Show.

The place was packed when I got there at noon and they kept coming in until I left around 5:00. By then bikes were lined up and down US1. This event continues to grow year after year as it is fun and features some real scooters that get ridden regular. No trailer queens allowed!

Bill Lane of Choppers Inc. is a regular there and when he and Paul Cox showed up things heated up even more. Billy spent a lot of time with people and also signing just about any thing you wanted him to.

The crowd is a big part of what make this place so enjoyable. Their lay back attitude and not trying to out do each other with the latest biker (?) fashions, just wanting to hang out, enjoy each other and what was going on.

The Last Resort is a Biker Bar year round so if you are into that kind of thing, like cold beer at reasonable prices and getting out of the down town bullshit stop by next time you are in the area.

Also be sure to stop by for the next Ol School Chopper Show. I will be there!

— ROGUE

PETER PENZ ORIGINAL CUSTOMBIKES– organized a charity ride as part of the European Bike Week held in Faak, Austria, in September.Many bikes, riders and passengers joined in an impressive cavalcade.

The ride finished at the casino at Velden, Austria, where the latest frame from Penz was unveiled – the ‘Freaky Moto Lowrider’.A raffle and auction were part of the entertainment.At Velden the prizes were awarded and the bidding took place for a number of valuable items on offer.

These included a complete bike painting by Pfeil Design, a motorcycle hire voucher from Desert Riders and a cruise from DFDS Seaways. There were also donations from other well-respected names such as Custom Chrome, W&W, Zodiac and M?ller Motorcycles among many othersThe total amount raised on the occasion was ?2,199 (about US$2,700).

The charity chosen to benefit was the Weisser Ring, an organization that looks after the victims of crime.

–PETER PENZ ORIGINAL CUSTOMBIKES
Altheim, AUSTRIA
Tel: +43 (0)772 344 690
Fax: +43 (0)772 344 691
E-mail: mailto:info@penz-custombikes.com

BIKERS PLUS ENGINE EQUAL FUN–Put a bunch of Bikers together, add any thing with a engine and the fun begins.

In this case it was some kind of boogie board but it had been modified. Instead of standing up on it and having a bar you held the controls in your hand and steered it by shifting your weight.

Now if you add some adult beverage it really gets interesting.

–Rogue
http://www.bikerrogue.com

BANDIT’S CANTINA BAR ETHICS–An old–really old–biker goes into a pick-up bar. He sees a good-looking lady seated at the bar. He takes the empty stool next to her and orders a drink. He looks at the lovely and interesting woman and says, “So tell me, do I come here often?”

–from Art F.

NEED CHEAP OLD SCHOOL SEATS?–I’ve already received your order seat from Japan last Friday.The seat has only stitching, because they can’t find nice dull brass buttonsin Japan.

I’m going to find brass buttons and put to it.Received seat coverd with vinyl, but I also asked to built the seat innatural leather too.

–Eddie.
Hideki@bossleycycle.com

YOU KNOW YOU’RE WHITE TRASH WHEN–
1. The Halloween pumpkin on your porch has more teeth than your spouse.
2. You let your twelve-year-old daughter smoke at the dinner table in front of her kids.
3. You’ve been married three times and still have the same in-laws.
4. You think a woman who is “out of your league” bowls on a different night.
5. Jack Daniel’s makes your list of “most admired people.”
6. You wonder how service stations keep their restrooms so clean.
7. Anyone in your family ever died right after saying, “Hey y’all watch this.”
8. You think Dom Perignon is a Mafia leader.
9. Your wife’s hairdo was once ruined by a ceiling fan.
10. Your junior prom had a daycare.
11. You think the last words of the Star Spangled Banner are, “Gentlemen start your engines.”
12. You lit a match in the bathroom and your house exploded right off its wheels.
13. The bluebook value of your truck goes up/down, depending on how much gas is in it.
14 . You have to go outside to get something from the fridge.
15. One of your kids was born on a pool table.
16. You need one more hole punched in your card to get a freebie at the House of Tattoos.
17. You can’t get married to your sweetheart because there’s a law against it.
18. You think loading a dishwasher means getting your wife drunk.
19. Your toilet paper has page numbers on it.
20. Somebody hollers “Hoe Down” and your girlfriend hits the floor. (I love this one!!)

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THAT’S IT, THE NEWS IS TOAST–I know, we’re running late. Between calls from the Hot Bike folks, electricians running wires, construction jockey lugging 2 by 4s through my work area, contractors and women barking at me, today was hetic.

Hey, but it’s all good. We’re going to rock those magazines. I’m going to bring Frank Kaisler on board as the tech genius, Jason Douglass to help guide the web site and Sin Wu to keep you bastards happy. Even Agent Zebra will be back along with Dr. Nuttboy to write some of the crazyiest shit you’ve read since Zebra rode to Sturgis in ‘2000 from Miami.

He’s written a piece on the making of a Biker Movie. This story will make you wonder how any Hollywood movies are made. Is that enough news to rock the biker world for one week? If not wait until next week, or Sunday for the Sunday Post.

Ride Forever,

–Bandit

BIKERNET NEWS ALERT–HARD LINES BRAKE TECH COMING, CRAZYHORSE DEAL OF THE WEEK, CARIBBEAN REPORT AND NEW OIL GAUGES

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BIKERNET CARIBBEAN REPORT–Back from Biketoberfest and it was a pretty good time. But as soon as I got back, and I mean as soon, it was full dive into the shop. We have a bunch of shit going on, a couple more trips before the end of the year and the Puerto Rico bike week end, which I’m putting together two brand new (old) bobbers just for that. Today was my dad?s birthday so we stopped the whole mayhem and got to wish him a very Happy Birthday. I know he reads this, so here we go..Happy Birthday Guti once more.

As always I spent time with my friends. We did not do much besides hanging out, visit other friends (who happened to be working) and hung out at Lollipops. Mucho thanks goes once more to all at da’ pops. Those guys treat us like kings, all the time, every time. If you happen to be by Daytona, that place is a must stop. One funny thing happened on the plane; some guys from PR were heading the same way and they were wondering why I was flying by myself. I guess it seemed weird to them, but my answer was quick and simple; I have as many if not more friends in Daytona right now, than at home so I don’t need an entourage. Hank and Josh from Young Choppers brought my bobber over (it’s a full story on that one) and we got to hang out. Lucky me, as soon as they left I got to hang out with two very beautiful girls from Georgia, not a bad trade. Two ugly guys for two cute chicks. I was practicing my southern accent the whole week (to no avail).

There was a lot going on, but I guess I’ll save all that for the report, although I had a good conversation with Greg Friend from Street Chopper about bikes, history and Master Builders, as well as deep as you can get while naked chicks roam around. You all know that I’m always asking how Master builders become master builders, well, now I believe it’s just a name a certain magazine used to recognize who was in the higher echelons of building, nothing special, just a noun, just a space in the totem, a step in the ladder. If I’m better known than the next builder, that might get me the moniker of master builder, as simple as that, or maybe not.

I also have a story of the short trip we took with Michael Lichter for the Dave Mann memorial, but that goes in the report as well, keep your eyes peeled. It includes some guys on TV, some builders from the Journey museum and a very quick escape, and my bobber refusing to start at 7:00 am (a feat in itself, since anyone that knows me knows that 11 is my wake up call time).

Without getting too carried away, the bobbers are looking very cool. Too much work, way too much with other stuff that needs to be done, and to top it off the first Winter season swell has arrived. Every morning I look out my window and see the reefs exploding in white water. So with pain I head to the shop instead of surfing, you wanna play you gotta get your ass and work triple for the time lost, such it is.

The Biketoberfest photos are up on my website, the tickets for California and Atlanta are at hand, and we just keep on working ’till the very wee hours of the morning trying to get it all ready before Thanksgiving.

Election day is near as well as Halloween, no partying for this sucker, but again you do what you got to do.

See you guys next week….The biketoberfest story will be around soon

Jose ? Caribbean Reporter

RIP RETURNS– I’m putting together a proposal for a book, or series of books featuring my dad’s photos. I’d love it if you wanted to submit a story or two. What do you think about posting my letter &/or a link to my submission form page on your site? ( I think I registered b4, don’t remember & I wouldn’t know the right place to put somethin’ like that…)It’s going to be impossible for me to reach even a fraction of the folks he knew, trying to track down folk’s e-mail addys’s.I posted it on Chopper Dogs & will on Club Chopper too.

All my best-
–*Kristina*
Rip’s daughter

NEW STEED BABE COMING–Here’s Scotty, the naughty nurse, on our first Steed 300-PM Quarterhorse.I’ll get you more shots soon. Let me know when you get the Cruiser Steedposted.

–John

FROM THE BIKERNET LEGAL ARCHIVE–In Virginia, it is illegal for a man to pat his wife’s derriere.

In Ohio women are prohibited from wearing patent leather shoes in public.

In Maryland, it is illegal to sell condoms from vending machines with one minor exception: prophylactics may be dispensed from a vending machine only “in places where alcoholic beverages are sold for consumption on the premises.”

No man is allowed to make love to his wife with the smell of garlic, onions, or sardines on his breath in Alexandria, Minnesota. If his wife so requests, law mandates that he must brush his teeth.

The owner of every hotel in Hastings, Nebraska, is required to provide each guest with a clean and pressed nightshirt. No couple, even if they are married, may sleep together in the nude. Nor may they have sex unless they are wearing one of these clean, white cotton nightshirts.

An ordinance in Newcastle, Wyoming, specifically bans couples from having sex while standing inside a store’s walk-in meat freezer!

In Nevada sex without a condom is considered illegal

In hotels in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, every room is required to have twin beds. And the beds must always be a minimum of two feet apart when a couple rents a room for only one night. And it’s illegal to make love on the floor between the beds!

Massachusetts: Taxi drivers are prohibited from making love in the front seat of their taxi during their shifts.

It’s safe to make love while parked in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho. Police officers aren’t allowed to walk up and knock on the window. Any suspicious officer who thinks that sex is taking place must drive up from behind, honk his horn three times and wait approximately two minutes before getting out of his car in investigate

–Rogue
http://www.bikerrogue.com

BOB T. BRINGIN’ UP THE PAST–I built this in ’71. Yes, it looks like a Dick Allen Springer, but it’s not. It was built by the machinist that Dick worked for…The shop was on Artesia in Redondo Beach.

Dick had his shop down the street…Arm & Hammer, then he moved to Harbor City off the freeway if my memory is correct.

BRITISH INVASION ROCKS STURGIS–September 2004 — Calthorpe and Levis aren’t common household names for theaverage motorcyclist, and we’re really excited about that! Thanks to KennyPrice, of Samson Exhaust, these rare marques will be on exhibit at theSturgis Motorcycle Museum for one year.

Truth be told, Kenny has loaned themuseum four of his rare British bikes. In addition to the 1926 Levis and1928 Calthorpe, the Museum is proud to exhibit a 1925 AJS and a 1925Douglas. All in excellent restored condition and each one an amazingexample of British ingenuity.

While the Levis (1911-1940) is a rather obscure name, its racing history islegendary. For many years Levis was one of England’s leading manufacturersof two-stroke machines, winning many races, including the 1922 LighweightTT.

Calthorpes history is less stellar, more like the “little engine that could”story. Also founded in 1911, Calthorpe had a bit of a rocky road inmanufacturing with many ups and even more downs. They were known forbuilding nice machines at reasonable prices. Just prior to the Birminghamfactory closing down in 1938, official prices for the fully equippedmachines ranged from ?47 for a 248 cc to ?54 for a 498 cc.

AJS was a family run business, beginning with the Stevens family (1909-1931)and in later years the Collier brothers of Matchless fame took control.Douglas was best known for their engines, flat-twins with cylinders mountedlongitudinally, designed to maintain a narrow profile.

Whether your passion is British or American marquees, old bikes or newcustoms, the Sturgis Motorcycle Museum has something to catch your eye andmake you say, “Wow!” We promise.

The Sturgis Motorcycle Museum & Hall of Fame is proud to be open year round.

STEALTH IS ON HIS OWN–Two weeks ago the dealership where I had worked for almost 10 years decided it was time that we went our separate ways. I was given a choice, as to whether to stay or not, which really was not a choice at all. The choice was pretty much already made for me. To sum it all up, it was a squeeze play and I was the one who got squeezed. That is all I will say without going into the details of the dirty deeds.

So what does the future hold for me? Well I guess that is anyone’s guess. Everything is up in the air right now. I will stay in the motorcycle industry, and I have been kicking a couple of ideas around. People have told me that, “When one door closes another one opens.” So I’m looking for that next door to open.

My time at the dealership was not bad, matter of fact I got to meet a lot of great people, go to places, learn the business and support the community. Do I have a bad taste in my mouth about the way things were handled? Sure I do, but it will fade.

I have been dealt a whole lot harder blow than this in my life, and I will make it through this time. You see in life, “It is not how many times you get knocked down, it is how handle getting back on your feet!”So right now I am taking some time to clear the cobwebs and polish my plans for the future.

As I close this chapter I’m looking forward to turning the page to start the next one, opening my own shop, building bikes or who knows?

Until next week!
STEALTHMAN

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ANOTHER CRAZYHORSE ANNOUNCEMENT–Crazy Horse Painting is running a couple of specials for the month of Nov.Any tank and 2 fenders-$1700-2500 Single layer Flame Paint. This includesbasecoat. Why the wide range of price? Well the fenders on a FatBoy are muchbigger than the fenders on a Low Rider or Sportster. Also the higher priceincludes pinstriping.

The other Special is also for a tank and 2 fenders-$2100-2500 for our famouslightning storm paint job, includes black candy pearl basecoat. Eachlighting storm paint scheme is individually designed just the way thecustomer wants it.

Now here’s the best part- mention you saw it on Bikernet and get a 10%discount.Go to www.crazyhorsepainting.com/ames.htm to see my flame paint.Go to www.crazyhorsepainting.com/new.htm to the latest radical jobs thathave just come out of my shop. There’s a few killer flames jobs on thatpage!

–Crazyhorse

NEW OIL GAUGES–We have a new item in our line of produccts.It is a new Oil Gauge for the Sportster – Dyna and Softail.They look awesome on your bike.Your readers can buy them by the Old Town Cruisers fromthe Netherlands www.oldtowncruisers.com

–Hank Nederhoed
OTC
The Netherlands
mailto:info@oldtowncruisers.nl

LONE BUILD PROJECT REPORT– Here’s the latest pic of the “lone build” off project. It is a shit picture because I’m in a300 sq. ft death trap of a shop. So I will tell you some info for the project. The frame is scratch built and features 42 degrees of rake and a 15 over modified girder. It’s total rake is 50 degrees of ill handeling fun. Total length 10’2″ with a 90 inch all S&S Sportster engine. Hey next week I will send better pictures.

SEEYA LATER!
–Chopper John
JCLAYN1@aol.com

BOB T’S BREAKING OUT THE OLD SCHOOL–Me and “Hangmen” Mark (RIP). He was my good ole bro.

–Bob T.

TBEAR T-SHIRT CONTEST–You guys and gals certinaly have some sick minds out there in Cyberville.You wouldn’t believe some of the entries we received.We loved it and wet ourselves several times during the judging.It was a tough decission between two.In the end, we tossed a coin and it landed on it’s edge, so we’re gonna do both.A brandy new “BUILT FOR A HARD RIDE” shirt goes out to Scott Bradin of Topeka, Kansas and Ann Kolcheck of El Paso, Texas won herself a “THESE WON’T GO FLAT” shirt.Thanks to everyone that entered the name the shirt contest athttp://www.tbearwear.com

–TBear

YOUNG CHRIS T. FROM HAWAII–“What the hell you doin’ on my bike?” Said his older brother Bob T. in 1973. Bob still rides in the California desert and contributes to Bikernet. Brother Chris makes our Bikernet stickers, lives and rides in Hawaii and was one of the founders of the Choppers Only Show in Honolulu.

–Bob T.

HARD BRAKE LINE TECH–You plannin’ on running that brakeline write up I sent ya? Last I heard you were asking for pics but they were in the word doc. Let me know what your intentions?

–Spanky
Houston, Tx

It’s comin’ right up, goddamnit. Hang on.–Bandit

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