October 9, 2003 Part 2
By Bandit | | General Posts
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HOTTEST HOLLYWOOD PARTY EVER–Jim Gianatsis and Gianatsis Design, producers of the world famous Los Angeles Calendar Motorcycle Show and the Performance Machine and Mikuni Carburetor sponsored Iron & Lace Custom Motorcycle Pinup Calendar, invite you to an evening of fun to celebrate with our friends and industry associates.
Join us for Iron & Lace Calendar Night at Barfly, one of the trendiest clubs on Hollywood’s famed Sunset Boulevard strip on Saturday evening, October 11th 2003 beginning at 9pm (Dinner reservations are available earlier, call 310.360.9490). In attendance will be the beautiful FastDates.com Calendar Angels and America’s premier custom bike builders featured in the Iron & Lace Calendar, together with our calendar sponsors, special celebrities and the industry press.
Featured builders with their latest custom bikes on display will include Jesse Rooke, 2-time Performance Machine Best of Show Winner at the LA Calendar Motorcycle Show with his latest award winning custom “Rockett”. Other celebrity builders scheduled to attend include Harold Pontarelli, Russell Mitchell, Don Chica, and Roland Sands. And to keep it really exciting we’ll toss in a few Go Go Dancers, a sexy Burlesque Show, and the hottest starlets Hollywood has to offer.
Plus it will be filmed for Speed and Spike TV so we can blackmail you afterwards!
See you there!
Jim Gianatsis
BIKER CRIME SYNDICATE GOES TO TRIAL–18 Indiana members of the Outlaws Motorcycle Club who authorities say are cogs in the wheel of an international criminal network are awaiting trial in a Toleo prison. The members are charged with dozens of crimes, including drug dealing, arson, bombings, intimidation, shootings and murder.
The Indy Outlaws are part of a 38-person federal indictment issued in April that identified Indianapolis as the home of the club’s leadership. Several of the indicted Outlaws, including their president, James Lee “Frank” Wheeler, listed their home addresses at various houses in Indianapolis where the Outlaws’ clubhouse is located.
Wheeler, prosecutors say, masterminded Outlaws operations for the past three years, after the former president, Harry “Taco” Bowman, was sentenced to life in prison in Florida. Wheeler’s own racketeering and drug dealing trial just ended in Tampa, Fla., this past week. He faces a sentence of 10 years to life in prison. Prosecutors said Wheeler traveled from Indiana to Florida to oversee drug operations and other schemes, including arson. They also charged him with crimes in New York, Illinois and Michigan. Wheeler was acquitted of the most serious charges, including involvement in two murders and conspiracy to distribute cocaine.
Thirteen ex-members of the Outlaws testified for the government against Wheeler. Wheeler was convicted of a firebombing of the Hell’s Henchmen motorcycle clubhouse in Chicago and hiding Bowman from authorities after his conviction. He will be sentenced Jan. 12 in the Tampa courtroom of U.S. District Judge James D. Whittemore.
In the Ohio case, the members are accused of stealing motorcycles and motorcycle parts; dealing cocaine, marijuana, methamphetamine, LSD, Ecstasy and Valium; and trafficking in firearms, machine guns, silencers and explosives. Their trial is scheduled for Feb. 20 in Toledo, Ohio, before U.S. District Judge David A. Katz.
The case is part of a sprawling nationwide crackdown on the Outlaws conducted mostly by federal authorities during the past 10 years. “There is a huge expansion of these groups worldwide; it’s gone nuts,” said Patrick Schneider, an assistant U.S. attorney in Phoenix, who is president of the Outlaws Motorcycle Club Investigators Association.
Prosecutors have more than 400 hours of taped interviews about the group in connection with the Ohio case. They laid out a pattern of violence and drug dealing that spanned years.
Indianapolis police say the Outlaws are one of three criminal motorcycle gangs in the city including The Sons of Silence and the Cossacks. None of the groups is a social club, police said. “They are all into narcotics dealing, especially meth; murder; and racketeering,” said Sgt. Steve Staletovich of the Indianapolis Police Department.
–Rogue
SOMETHING ABOUT HIS EYES– My friend wants to get rid of her boyfriends’ dog, she says it undresses her with it’s eyes, and she feels uncomfortable around it. Does anyone want him or maybe know of someone? I have attached a photofor you…
BRETT SMITH TAKES OVER S&S–S&S Cycle Inc. is pleased to announce the appointment of Brett Smith as President effective October 1st, 2003. Brett is a third generation family-member (grandson of George and Marjorie Smith, founders of S&S Cycle). He began his career with the company as CFO in February of 2002. In April 2003, was also named the VP-Sales & Marketing while maintaining the CFO title as well. In his capacity as President he will no longer serve as CFO, but will continue to serve as acting VP-Sales & Marketing until such time as an appropriate replacement has been identified. S&S is currently reviewing internal candidates. The interim-President, Mike Alexander, has reverted to his longstanding status as VP-Manufacturing.
?It is very exciting and gratifying to see the third generation take on a leadership role in the company. It is very rare for a family-owned business to pass on to the third generation and it is personally rewarding to see my son take a lead in that. I think I speak for the entire Board of Directors in saying that we look forward to seeing what this relatively new, but talented and extremely enthusiastic management team has in store for us,? stated Chairman of the Board and former S&S President, George Smith, Jr.
?The past year and a half has been a whirlwind for me at S&S and in the V-Twin industry,? said Brett. ?I have been blessed to have outstanding employees working with and for me. Furthermore, the job is easy when your predecessors leave you with something like the S&S brand and its Proven Performance products to work with. I am very excited to have the opportunity to lead the company as President and wish to personally thank all of those individuals that helped make S&S such a success. Most importantly, I wish to thank interim-President, Mike Alexander, for his guidance and mentoring the past year and his selfless service to the business in bringing me along while still acting as the VP-Manufacturing.?
ANOTHER S&S PROMOTION–James Simonelli has recently been promoted to Director of Communications and Marketing. James formerly filled the Communications Manager position and led S&S?s recent 145-Tribute Project under the guidance of then VP-Sales & Marketing, Brett Smith. He has been employed at S&S Cycle since 1995 and has filled various positions in technical services and marketing.”James has been an outstanding employee for S&S and is very well-known and respected throughout the industry. His creativity and commitment to this company are without question. I could not think of a better person to have in this role. I am very excited that he accepted this new role and responsibility,” said President, Brett Smith.
“I am excited about filling this new position and look forward to several upcoming projects. The 145-Tribute Project was just the start for us and the industry can expect further exciting events. I am most enthusiastic about our new ad campaign that will be released during the upcoming model year,” said James.
CYRIL HUZE MOVED–We moved to new quarters. Our new shop is exactly 1/2 a block south. Don’t laugh. It takes as much sweat to do the moving with no break between moving out & moving in!
Check out the new Cyril Huze Calendar on his site.
Thank you for noting our new address.
3495 North Dixie Highway # 1, Boca Raton, Florida 33431.
Telephone, fax…..and of course email, didn’t change!
BIKERS AND COWBOYS–The pissed off cowboy walked into the saloon and slammed his fist on the bar.”Ok”, he shouted, “Who’s the son of a bitch that painted my horse’s balls red”?
At the other end, a huge biker stood up, ripped the end of the bar out of the floor and slammed it back down. “I did asshole”, he said. “What have you got to say about that”?
“Oh”, said the cowboy. ” I just thought I’d let you know… he’s ready for his second coat.”
–from Rogue
PAUL YAFFE APPAREL SALE–Take advantage of the Paul Yaffe Originals T-Shirt Blowout! Over 15 different styles to choose from. We are making room for our new designs so the savings are being past on to you. Choose from t-shirts, girls tanks and sweat shirts.
Or give us a call to order @ 602.840.4205 ext:224
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October 9, 2003 Part 1
By Bandit | | General Posts
I wish I knew what the hell I was doing. Let me run a couple of thought-provoking items past you: Projects, Time and Happiness. Sinwu just read that the happiest people are from a small tribe in Africa. Seems the folks there are smiling constantly because they base their happiness and wealth on education, family and friends. It seems that some of us aren’t as happy because of the competition and drive to have 13 irons in the fire constantly.
I just spoke to a couple of buddies of mine who have fine, productive successful businesses. Are they slowing down? Oh hell no. Kenny Price from Samson just bought the bowling alley in Sturgis. Another partner started a new product line. So what is the definition of success or happiness in this country? And what about time? I’ve often said time becomes more precious than money. Let’s get to the news, I’m in a hurry, too many deadline, bikes to build, real estate to buy, stocks to watch:
BIKERNET HELMET CONTEST–Two more submissions for the helmet contest and I’m gonna run it for one more week. If you’re interested in winning a helmet from www.skullscreamers.com, you better get your submission in soon. Once again, send a photo of the most creative helmet you can come up with and I’ll pick the winner. Email to sinwu@bikernet.com.
Skull Screamers has created a new line of helmets, for those of us who HAVE to wear one, with some pretty wild shit on ’em. Take a look at just a few they’ve come with, and oh, they do have DOT approved. The choices will be between the Barbarian, Wyld Rose (for the ladies) the Wired, the Iron Cross or the Screamin Charlie.
The give-a-ways will be the NON-DOT helmet. The cost to you for the contest is $0.00. Just run enter contest and he’ll ship the winner his or her choice of helmet in their size. Interested? Then get on it damn it!
BIKERNET CITIZENSHIP–Two families move from Saudi Arabia to America. When they arrive, the fathers make each other a rather large bet — in a year’s time, whichever family has become more American will win.
A year later when they meet again, the first guy says, “My son’s playing baseball, I went toMcDonald’s for breakfast, and I’m on my way to pick up some Budweiser for thefootball game tonight. How about you?”
The second guy says, “Fuck you, towel-head!”
–from Dr. Hamster
WANT A NEW PROJECT?–Building your own motorcycle has never been easier. No longer do you have to buy a frame from one manufacturer and the wheels from another – and wonder if all the parts will fit together. Today you can buy a complete rolling chassis or a complete motorcycle from one company.
“How To Build a Kit Bike”, by Tim Remus, explains how to choose the best kit and then assemble those parts into a complete running motorcycle.
Four start-to-finish assembly sequences cover the construction of a Softail from Custom Chrome, a Y2K bike from Arlen and Cory Ness, a right side drive/250 bike from Biker’s Choice, and a soft-tail Chopper kit from American Thunder. Additional chapters cover: Kit selection, Tools, How to Title and Insure the new bike, and Drivetrain selection.
If you own a kit or plan to buy a kit bike, this is the book you need designed to help you turn that pile of parts into your very own, very cool motorcycle.
See bikes built in the shops of: Cory Ness, Kendall Johnson and American Thunder.
Includes: Soft-tail and rubber-mount chassis designed for both left and right side drive, powered by both Evo and TC 88B power.
144 pages, over 300 photos and illustrations (over 50% in color).Price: $24.95 + S&H. This hot tech book is available in the Bikernet Gulch in the Book Store. Just click and rock.
SURREAL SCENE BEHIND PRISON WALLS: A DALI SKETCH DISAPPEARS–On an island inhabited by 14,000 accused criminals, a $250,000 Salvador Dali sketch disappeared during a midnight fire drill, replaced by a fake. And the people responsible were not the inmates, but four prison officials, authorities said.
Last week, a former assistant deputy warden admitted his role in the March 1 robbery at the Rikers Island jail and implicated his co-workers in the role-reversing rip-off. The plot’s alleged mastermind and the two other members of the “Dali gang” are all due in court this month.
Mitchell Hochhauser, 40, claimed the irreplaceable Dali ink and pencil sketch was destroyed by a skittish co-defendant — although his claim is up for debate.
Even the Hochhauser guilty plea produced strange reactions: defense attorney Joseph Tacopina, representing alleged ringleader Benny Nuzzo, was just as pleased as the prosecution.
“This is a classic example of a witness with a motive to implicate another person,” Tacopina said a day later.
According to Hochhauser, the plot was conceived in “The Bodega” — a snackroom used by the guards. He says Nuzzo’s proposal initially elicited laughter, and with good reason.
The sketch depicting the crucifixion of Jesus Christ was a jailhouse fixture since 1965, when the self-promoting artist with the sprawling mustache planned a visit. Dali instead called in sick, sending a note that promised “a wonderful gift for the prisoners.”
–from Rogue
THREE-D FLAMES NOW AVAILABLE–This is the bike called BLADE and a sample of 3D flames that we carve onframes and the down tubes, we also do them in many different images.
“My company can do all your bikes in 3D hand carved images.I can 3D your frame gas and oil tanks even the handle bars. All of one 3D can be chromed and we are now working on 3D Drag pipes. I found some composites that can go to 5000%.”
–Steve Parker
3D CUSTOMS
steve@3dcustoms.com
www.3dcustoms.com
THE JANKLOW PAPERS CONTINUE–Memories of Randy Scott and the August 16th crash involving Congressman Bill Janklow evoke a range of emotions for his family and friends…and also complete strangers. They all know the fate of Janklow is still up in the air. But, what they would like to see happen to the Congressman is very different from what they expect.
Congressman Bill Janklow has long had friends and foes. Some would say it’s a part of the job as a politician. But others say, it’s a character issue for Janklow himself. And his car crash involving motorcyclist Randy Scott could be his ultimate downfall.
“Fact is…that he did what he did. He ran a stop sign. He killed somebody,” said Jeff Vanderbrink, a Luverne, Minnesota resident.
The facts of the case anger Del Jessen, a Sioux Falls resident: “I have no respect for somebody that can’t at least stand up and accept responsibility for doing something as stupid and as thoughtless as what happened out there. He hasn’t done that. I don’t imagine that he ever will do that. And that’s…wrong.”
All the apologies in the world won’t bring Randy back to the Scott family. And that’s why so many want justice when it comes to Janklow. “Just because he’s a politician, the laws apply to him too. All I know is that somebody needs to pay for this,” said Karen Mundus, a Spencer, Iowa resident.
Jessen agrees: “People say it’s an accident. Yeah, it’s an accident and it’s a tragedy. It’s a terrible tragedy. But, this thing should never have happened.” Janklow’s fate and whether this case will go to trial remains to be seen.
“Everybody wants a justice you know. A justice that you and I would get,” said Norm Stahl, of Brandon. But, despite these high hopes, many feel less than optimistic given who’s involved.
“Cause it’s Janklow and I’ve heard he’s been in trouble before…been let off,” Vanderbrink said.
Luverne, Minnesota resident Tammy DeSplinter agrees: “Because it’s Janklow and Janklow has a lot of power. And, it’s gonna be just brushed away somehow.”
Obviously this is just one side to the story and not everyone feels this way. But the people that did talk to KSFY said they want to see Janklow resign and serve some amount of jail time. If Janklow’s case does go to trial, it will start December first.
–By Kit Werbe
mailto:kwerbe@ksfy.com
–from Rogue
BUBBA REPORT– One day, two rednecks named Bubba and Earl were driving down the road,drinking a couple of Buds.
The passenger, Bubba, said, “Lookey thar up aheadEarl, it’s a po-leece roadblock! We’re gonna get busted fer drinkin’ thesehere beers!”
“Don’t worry Bubba, ” Earl said. “We’ll just pull over and finishdrinkin’these beers, peel off the label and stick it on our foreheads, thenthrow the bottles under the seat.”
“What fer?” asked Bubba.
“Just let me do the talkin’, okay?” said Earl.
They finished their beers, threw the empty bottles under the seat andslapped the labels on their foreheads.
When they reached the roadblock, the sheriff said, “Have you boys beendrinking?”
“No sir, ” said Earl, “We’re on the patch.”
–from Rogue
CUSTOM CHROME SHOW REPORT–It was good to see you at the Custom Chrome show. I always enjoy talking to you and getting your view on things. I thought I would give you a mini report on the rest of the weekend and show since you had to leave early.
Saturday night CCI presented Arlen Ness with a lifetime achievement award. The panel of speakers included Dave Perewitz, Barry Cooney, Paul Yaffe and Arlen’s family to name a few. A lot of old posters of Arlen and his bikes he has built over the years were unveiled and with each it was like going back in time. It was a well deserved award for Arlen. He is one of the big reasons the custom motorcyle industry is what it is today. If you have ever had the pleasure to meet Arlen, you will find he is one good, down-to-earth brothers. There is always time for a picture, a handshake or just to talk. Congratulations again, Arlen!
As for the show, there are a lot of cool products in the new CCI catalog. All of the builders there brought out some heavy hitting iron. Indian Larry and Paul Yaffe had their Discovery channel bikes there. The crowd went wild Saturday night when Paul lit up the sky throwing flames 5 to 6 feet long out of the exhaust. It was something to see! For me some of the cleanest and most street worthy bikes were from BMC(Big Mike’s Choppers). The bikes are clean and simple and built solid.
Saturday afternoon, “THE MEANEST” and I headed out to Hollister and visited “Johnny’s Bar”. This is where the Brando movie the Wild One came from. It was neat to see an original Life magazine cover, covering the July 4th 1947 event that went down in history as the event that started it all.
Sunday, we headed to Monterey to take in the sights. I have to say it is one of the most beautiful places I have ever been. The scenery is amazing with the boats and the sea lions and sea otters everywhere. One of the coolest things I saw was a guy with and organ grinder and a monkey. I have seen this on T.V. in old movies before but never in person. Let me tell you that monkey is amazing with the tricks he does!
I guess that is about it. I would like to thank everyone at Custom Chrome for a great weekend and show and especially to my account rep Mr. Larry for all he does.
–Mike Pullin
Charlotte H-D
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October 02, 2003 Part 4
By Bandit | | General Posts
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BIKETOBERFEST 2003– Planning on going to Daytona Beach for Biketoberfest? There are a lot of events going on around the area and as far away as 150 miles from the famous beach. Numerous guides and fliers are being published and distributed.
BIKERNET Will Be There Keeping You Informed On The Happenings.
Officially Biketoberfest is October 16th-19th 2003. In the past local business has started the weekend earlier making it a 10 day event. Last year there were problems with the city and them trying to limit the time the event ran. We are waiting to see what develops this year.
Riders are finding Lodging out of the area and Day tripping into Daytona for the event they want to see. With the ocean to the East, St Augustine to the North, Orlando to the West and Cocco Beach and Cape Canaveral to the South there are a lot of choices in between. Check the prices on a major hotel in Daytona Beach and one close by and see why. The money people save allows them to party more.
A lot of the Good Parties are Outside Daytona any way. It is nice riding weather in Florida right now and there is Always Parties Going On. Just stop in any of the Bike Shops and ask them where they go or where the action is.
I will be stopping by The Last Resort on US-1 in Port Orange which is a Biker Bar Year Round and not just when it is Bike Week. They will be hosting the Chopper Show this year also. I will let you know where else I will be when I know.
Beach Street is always interesting and US-1 in Ormond Beach where the Bars like the Iron Horse, Broken Spoke, Jackson Hole are. You just need to be careful in that area, as it is full of ticket-happy cops.
To the South is Pub 44 in New Smyrna, Cabbage Patch in Samsula, No Name Saloon in Edgewater, and the list goes on and on.
So Many Parties, So Little Time.Check Back here for more information up to and during Biketoberfest.
–Rogue
Owners and Promoters if you are interested in Having Rogue come by your event or place of business contact Bandit here at Bikernet or him at
BAD COP–NO DOUGHNUT– DAYTONA BEACH — A detective who once was awarded a medal of valor and was honored for arresting drunken drivers is in the hot seat for her own alcohol-related arrest that earned her a DUI and a reckless driving charge.But according to state records, it’s not the first time Detective Minokah Lipps has been charged with driving under the influence.
The six-year Daytona Beach veteran was convicted of alcohol-related driving incidents at least twice before in the last 20 years — once for a DUI in 1984 and again in 1993 for driving with an open container of alcohol. She was also arrested in 1995 and convicted of unlawful speeding.
Reports show the 38-year-old Lipps, a street-crimes investigator who was hired by Daytona Beach in 1997, twice refused to take a field sobriety test when she was arrested by Ormond Beach officers on Sept. 14 after a car crash.
Her refusal to take the sobriety tests earned Lipps an automatic one-year suspension of her driver’s license. She faces arraignment on Oct. 15 in Volusia County court.
Ormond Beach police Sgt. Kenny Hayes said Lipps’ license was seized at the scene of the crash at the intersection of Rockefeller and Riverside drives.
According to the incident report, Lipps also denied she was driving her 1999 Jeep when it slammed into the 1996 Ford driven by William Hughes of Daytona Beach. Hughes was pinned inside his car for several minutes and was treated at the scene by EVAC. He refused to go to the hospital.
The report indicates Lipps told arresting officer Tom Larsen that her car was being driven by a man named “Kevin” that she and her passenger had met hours earlier at an Ormond-by-the-Sea bar. But a witness to the wreck told police that when he approached the detective’s vehicle to see if Lipps was hurt, just moments after the crash, Lipps was sitting in the driver’s seat.
–By LYDA LONGAStaff Writer,mailto:lyda.longa@news-jrnl.com
–from Rogue
THE KEN MILLER BUILD REPORT– HOUSE OF COLOR, JUST ABOUT EVERY ONE TOO.
–KEN
PROGRESS–A heart-warming story of the advances of women in achieving equalitythroughout the world…
Barbara Walters of 60 Minutes did a story on gender roles in Kabulseveral years before the Afghan conflict. She noted that womencustomarily walked about ten paces behind their husbands.
She returned to Kabul recently and observed that the men now walkedseveral paces behind their wives.
Ms Walters approached one of the Afghani women and said,”This is marvelous. Can you tell the free world just what enabledwomen to achieve this reversal of roles?”
“Land mines,” said the woman.
–from Nuttboy
TECH TIP FROM ARLEN NESS–Did you know that Powdercoating is now available in chrome and black chrome? Incredible.
SAMSON EXHAUST DOUBLES WARRANTY PERIOD–Anaheim, California, July 24, 2003- Effective immediately, SAMSON President Kenny Samson announces a new ONE YEAR WARRANTY for SAMSON and Shogun Branded Products. “As the leader in Aftermarket Exhaust, SAMSON Exhaust now offers the best warranty in the industry,” said Kenny. “Due to our commitment to the highest quality control standards, we put our money where our mouth is and back our pipes for one full year.”
The warranty covers all SAMSON Exhaust products including the popular new EXTREME SERIES and V-Rod replacement systems. For complete details and additional information, visit the Company’s website athttp://www.samsonusa.com.
SOMETHING TO THINK ABOUT–LIFE AND DEATH–If you treat every situation as a life-and-death matter,you’ll die a lot of times.
–Dean Smith
–from Rev CarlR
Watch for the next tech on installing our hand-machined mid controls.
TECH QUESTION–Seeing your doing all this work on your Amazing Shrunken FXR, I have a question? My 1983 FXRT has a one piece “front brake line from the hand brake down to the dual disk brakes”. The damn thing broke and Harley don’t have any in stock, and they’re not making any more. Custom Chrome has parts to build a set up, but prices are high. What do you suggest?
–Terry G.
tgoode@earthlink.net
Go on line to Goodrich brake lines or Barnett Tool. They both make lines and fittings. Maybe the brothers have another suggestion. Watch for the next Shrunken FXR tech. Maybe on site later today.–Bandit
IRON AND LACE DOES BARFLY ON SUNSET STRIP–Iron & Lace does Barfly on the Sunset Strip, Saturday Oct. 11th.Sure, they don’t corner, stop or accelerate very well, but they sure do look good. And we haven’t even gotten to talking about the custom bikes yet! Join us a we throw a special party to celebrate the 12th anniversary of the Mikuni and Performance Machine sponsored Iron & Lace Custom Bike & Pinup Calendar with famed photographer Jim Gianatsis, the FastDates.com Calendar Angels including our SBK World Superbike girls Chandi Mason and Janelle Perzina, well known celebrity custom bike builders including Harold Pontarelli, Russ Mitchell, Mike Stafford, Roland Sands, and our own LA Calendar Best of Show winner Jesse Rooke, plus a few special friends at one of the hottest clubs on the famed Sunset Strip in Hollywood. It will be a night to remember… if you can!
BANDIT’S CANTINA UNDER FIRE–If you dig Bikernet, you can support our writers, photographers and artists by joining the Cantina. It’s like the private, back stage area of Bikernet. It only costs about two bucks a month and I’ll send you a signed copy of Sam Chopper Orwell.
This is the private party section of Bikernet. Enjoy the girls, the history reports, the investigative finds and the wild Cantina Soap Opera. Just click on the banner at the bottom of the page. Come on in!
ANOTHER TECH QUESTION– purchased RC components frame which has 1 3/4″ tubing. Cannot find 1 3/4″clutch cable guides.
–Jeff Crawford
jcrawford@bjservices.com
THAT’S IT, RUN FOR THE BORDER–Life is nuts, but let’s rock. Watch for new material to rock the site daily, if I can stay awake or don’t weld my fingers together. We shot a one of a kind 1930 Peashooter in the hills of Sierra Madre the other day. Watch for it in American Iron.
In the meantime, kick back and enjoy the ride.
–Bandit
October 02, 2003 Part 3
By Bandit | | General Posts
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NEW SOFTAILS FOR 2004–We’ve posted the new Dynas, Sportsters and this week the new Softails. Check the special reports for all the features and upgrades.
COPS GONE BAD–North Carolina – The Seaboard chief of police has been arrested on federal charges of cocaine trafficking, extortion and perjury.Law enforcement sources said Craig Ira Clapp, 44, of Enfield, was arrested and handcuffed in front of the Northampton County Courthouse in Jackson Friday. He is federal custody in Raleigh under no bond.
Agents with the Organized Crime Drug Enforcement Task Force, the N.C. State Bureau of Investigation and the Drug Enforcement Administration charged Clapp with conspiracy to distribute cocaine and crack cocaine, two counts of extortion of money under color of official right and two counts of making false declarations before a federal grand jury.
According to a news release from the office of the U.S. Attorney Eastern District of North Carolina, the drug charge carries a maximum penalty of 20 years, three years supervised release and a $1 million fine.
The extortion counts carry a maximum penalty of 20 years, three years supervised release and a $250,000 fine per count.
The perjury counts carry a maximum sentence of five years, three years supervised release and a $250,000 fine per count.
Clapp had an initial appearance before U.S. Magistrate Judge William A. Webb in Raleigh. He was held without bond pending a detention hearing scheduled for Wednesday at 10 a.m. in Raleigh.
Seaboard Mayor Melvin Broadnax said Saturday Clapp had been chief for about three years.
–from Rogue
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MotorCycle Free You Haul
Ad In The Paper
Old Motorcycle
“Free: You Haul
Is All The Ad Said
Circled It With
Ink Colored Red
Called The Number
Ol Woman Answered
She Wasn’t Very Far Away
Asked If I Could Stop By
Take A Look Today
She Said It Was Ok
Grabbed My Keys
Jumped In My Truck
I Was On My Way
Knocked On The Door
‘Ol Woman With A Smile
Answers The Door
Said She Will Be WIth
Me In A Sec
Offers Me Something
To Drink , Sure Is Hot today
Yes It Is Mam Is All
I Had To Say
She Said Son
I’m Don’t Move Fast
These Days
I Said Take Your Time Mam
I’m In No Hurry Today
Sittin At Her Table
Just Chatting Away
I Could Tell She Was lonely
Well I Was Too So
What Harm Could It Do
Before I Knew It
Thirty Minutes Had Passed
Finally We Walked To The
Garage To Look At
The Bike At Last
She Said My Husband Kept
It Under This Old Tarp
He’s Been Gone Since
Eighty Three
I’m Selling this House
Don’t Need Such
A Big Place Just For Me
And My Health’s Not The Best
I Gently Pull Up The Tarp
Not Knowing What To Expect
After A ‘Lil Peak
I Couldn’t Hide My Smile
It’s A Harley I Heard Her Say
I Just Smiled
My Husband Bought it New
Summer Of ’59
Lord we Had A lot of Fun Times
He Called It A Panhead
I Think That’s What He Said
I Don’t Know What It’s Worth
I Don’t Imagine Much
I Have Some Papers
And Parts That Go With It
If Your Interested
You Gotta Take it All
I Can’t Keep It
The New Place Is Too Small
I Said No Problem
Helped Her Sign The Title
Loaded up Saddle Bags
And Some Fringes That
Were Packed In A Box
Didn’t Pay Much
Attention To It At The time
I Just Scored a Panhead
It Didn’t Cost Me A Dime
Jumped In The Truck
And Said Good Bye
Noticed A Washer
Sitting Out By The Curb
Said Mam Did
Your Washer Break?
She Said Why Yes
Can’t Really Afford
A New One They
Cost So Much
Ohh I See
You Gonna Be
Here All Day?
Yes I Am
Why Do You Ask
Ohh Nothing
Just Wanna Stop By
After I Drop The Bike
And Eat Lunch
Something I Want
To Give Ya
Me ? The Ol Lady
Just Asked
Yes Ma’am I Don’t
Taking This Bike
For Free I’ll Be Back
Give Me An Hour Or two
Ok Sonny I’ll See Ya Then
This Is Something You
Really Don’t Have To Do
I Started The Truck
Dropped The Bike At Home
Of To Sears I Go
Bought The Top Of The
Line Washer, Dryer New
Fridge And Even A Tv Set
Asked If They Could
Deliver Today
Sure The Man Said Right Away
Off To The ‘Ol Womans House
We Went
You Should Of Seen Her Eyes
When She Seen The Washer
She Needed So Much
Not To Mention The Rest
I Told Her it Was All Free
Tears Streamed Down Her Eyes
Thank You Son And God Bless
No Ones Ever Helped Me
So Very Much
Would You Mind If
I Gave You A Hug?
Not At All Ma’am
Call Me Betty. Ok Betty
My Bros Call Me Pan
Written By Panhead Josh Of Outlaws World
BIKERNET WEB INVESTIGATION–We recently scanned the internet for the best motorcycle related sites. Sure, Bikernet scored high, but for general news the American Motorcycle Network won the prize. For hardcore news check out Bikernews.net and for legislative news check the AMA site. If you’re looking for antique bikes click on George’s antiques and for the girls there’s BikerLady.com.
LEAVING THE OFFICE EARLY–Three girls all worked in the same office with the same female boss. Each day, they noticed the boss left work early. One day the girls decided that, when the boss left, they would leave right behind her. After all, she never called or came back to work, so how would she know they went home early?
The brunette was thrilled to be home early. She did a little gardening, spent playtime with her son, and went to bed early.
The redhead was elated to be able to get in a quick workout at the spa before meeting a dinner date.
The blonde was happy to get home early and surprise her husband, but when she got to her bedroom, she heard a muffled noise from inside. Slowly and quietly, she cracked open the door and was mortified to see her husband in bed with her lady boss! Gently, she closed the door and crept out of her house.
The next day, at their coffee break, the brunette and redhead planned to leave early again, and they asked the blonde if she was going to go with them.
“No way,” the blonde exclaimed. “I almost got caught yesterday.”
–from Thomas C.
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October 02, 2003 Part 2
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SONS OF LIBERTY RIDERS E-NEWS– Is Harley looking out for our best issues? Read the following letter and youdecide. Let the manufacturers and the EPA know how you feel about thepossibility of Legislating out lifestyle as we know it out of existence. TheHarley letter is in .pdf and about a 1 meg file herehttp://www.solriders.com/pdf/hd.pdf and more info including a flyeryou can pass out is here http://www.solriders.com/issues/hd.htmlSpread it around. Print it out and hit the shops, meetings, localLaundromat….. anywhere.
Need info on Right of Way Bills nation wide.I am looking for the text of Right of Way Bills or Laws that have some teethin them to dish out penalties appropriate to the crime in relationship toMotorcyclists being ran over. Please include the State as I will add them tothe States pages on the site. If enough people see them we may motivateothers to pursue more stringent punishment in their State.
Hawk
ICQ 34668186
AOL SoLRHawk
E-mail Address hawk@solrpa.com
Bikers Declare Victory And Lift Myrtle Beach Boycott:Following a request and discussion with the State Coordinator Elect of ABATEof SC, SoLR will join in the lifting of the Boycott of Myrtle Beach. Thepolitical and moral goals of this Boycott have been achieved. Motorcyclistsfrom all over the Country have been made aware of what happened and why.Motorcycle awareness has been increased in a meaningful way, many Right ofWay Bills have been sent to State Legislatures for a more positive action.Motorcyclists are more aware of standing up to these type injustices andhave become proactive on this front. Motorcyclists have also learned theycan impact other areas with their Tourism Dollars when they have no actualvoting rights in the area.
This has been an eye opening experience forMotorcyclists. Goals can be achieved if the focus is maintained.SoLR is happy to comply with ABATE of SC’s request and we join them inlifting the Boycott of Myrtle Beach. Included is ABATE of SC’s PressRelease.
Classic Wino Joe photography of his brothers.
NHTSA Pushes for United Nations Acceptance ofMandatory Rider Apparel:Having failed to convince State legislatures to adopt laws mandating helmetor apparel use by motorcyclists, the National Highway Traffic SafetyAdministration (NHTSA) has potentially found another body to advancemandatory-use laws: the United Nations.
The Motorcycle Riders Foundation (MRF) has learned that, in total defianceof legislation passed by Congress, NHTSA has moved its efforts to the UnitedNations, specifically the world body’s “Inland Transport Committee: WorkingParty on Road Traffic Safety (WP.1).” In a document dated July 15, 2003,and during meetings held by WP.1 in Geneva, Sept. 22-25, 2003, NHTSApresented the following recommendations for WP.1:
Action: “To start a discussion and exchange of information among WP.1 membernations and key non-governmental organizations on motorcycle safetyprograms.” As part of NHTSA’s proposed action plan, it urges aquestionnaire be circulated among member states (editor’s note: in thisinstance, “member states” means countries involved with the United Nations).Among the questions NHTSA requests for inclusion on the questionnaire:”Fatality and injury rates due to motorcyclists not wearing a helmet at thetime of the crash;” “Laws governing helmet use;” “Amount of penalty for notwearing a helmet;” and “Are there any repercussions, other than fines, ifriders do not wear a helmet.”
If you need more info on this or any other subject just go to the Sons ofLiberty Riders Info Zonehttp://www.solriders.com or http://www.solriders.net/
–Hawk
ICQ 34668186
AOL SoLRHawk
BEACH RIDE POSTERS AVAILABLE–Sizeable posters are available of this blonde bombshell and the Custom Chrome Beach Ride bike built by Bikernet. Just send your address and one dollar (to cover postage), to Bikernet, P.O. Box 1168, San Pedro, CA 90733-1168. We’ll ship the poster and a Bikernet stick directly to your door.
KIMOSABE– The Lone Ranger and Tonto are camping in the desert. They set up theirtent and are soon asleep. Some hours later, The Lone Ranger wakes hisfaithful friend. “Tonto, look up at the sky and tell me what you see.”
Tonto replies, “Me see millions of stars, Kimosabe.”
What does that tell you?” asks The Lone Ranger.
Tonto ponders for aminute. “Astronomically speaking, it tells me there are millions of galaxiesand potentially billions of planets. Astrologically, it tells me thatSaturnis in Leo. Chronologically, it appears to be approximately quarter pastthree. Theologically, it’s evident the Lord is all-powerful, and we are smalland insignificant. Meteorologically, it seems we will have a beautiful day tomorrow. What does it tell you, Kimosabe.”
The Lone Ranger is silent for a moment, then says, “Tonto, youdumb-ass. Someone has stolen our tent.”
COMPRESSION RELEASES ON REVTECH ENGINES–Beware, if you have a RevTech engine with compression releases. They’ve had some problems. If the release sticks the engine will run lean and burn up. They are plugging them and replacing the cams with more moderate lift units.
Beware.
CRIMINALS GONE WRONG–Hartford, Connecticut:Police officer Joao Q. Nunes, admitted trying to rob a bank after investigators found his business card in a briefcase that he reportedly told bank employees contained a bomb.
Run Over:An English bank robber planned the perfect heist. Every detail was perfectly orchestrated; the ideal robbery time, the type of gun to use, a place to hide the loot, a getaway route and car, and even a reliable accomplice. After robbing the bank, the man left with the money in a bag over his left shoulder. As he approached the spot of the getaway car, his accomplice promptly ran him over.
Easy Catch:Two men tried to pull the front off a cash machine by running a chain from the machine to the bumper of their pickup truck. Instead of pulling the front panel off the machine though, they pulled the bumper off their truck. Scared, they left the scene and drove home. With the chain still attached to the machine and their bumper still attached to the chain. Little did they know their vehicle’s license plate was still attached to the bumper.
Drive Through Robbery:One man thought a good way to rob a bank and not get caught was through the drive through. Pulling up to the window, he wrote the teller a note, demanding money. The man even went as far as to holding up a knife. Laughing hysterically, the woman called the police and the suspect was eventually apprehended.
Virginia Beach:A bank robber got a nasty surprise when a dye pack designed to mark stolen money exploded in his Fruit-of-the-Looms. The robber apparently stuffed the loot down the front of his pants as he was running out the door. “He was seen hopping and jumping around,” said police spokesman Mike Carey, “with an explosion taking place inside his pants.” Police have the man’s charred trousers in custody.
–from Rogue
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Every week the crew here at Bikernet experiences another shotgun-quick web capability. Our bitchin’ benefit to you is the non-stop info and entertainment, delivery speed and unlimited report size. If we want to run something, anything, there’s nothing stopping us. The Digital Gangster, Bikernet web master, shot that process in the ass this week. He made is possible for us meager writers and editors to publish/launch tech articles, Events, Fiction and Special reports without waiting for his sorry ass to sober up.
Let’s get to the news. This afternoon we’ve planned a report on the new Victory model, the Kingpin, and a quick Amazing Shrunken FXR tech will see the light of day on Bikernet. What’s next? Frank Kaisler reports on the 100th Anniversary Celebration in Milwaukee, another bike build is hanging in the wings and Crazy Horse reports on her first run to Sturgis. Next week we hope to kick off the Custom Chrome Goliath Bike Build with multiple reports and enough shots to demonstrate every aspect of the build process from the inner-tubes up. Hang on:
H-D POWERED MUDBOATS–Now check this out! Harley EVO powered mudboats. Mudboats are built for the purpose of getting into very low water areas for the purpose of fishing or hunting. The engines are mounted in the boat and the driveshaft extends over the transom so the prop is just under the water. This allows the boat to run in just inches of water. If it floats, it goes.
This Minnesota manufacturer claims to “Dominate the Swamp”. WWW.FISHERBEAVERTAIL.COMWhat a combination, beavers and Harleys, not like it hasn’t been thought of before.
Illustration from Chris Kallas. Check his new Panhead limited edition print for sale in the Gulch under art prints.
MOTORCYCLE FICTION WRITERS–We’ve proudly published several new heartwarming stories recently. We look forward to submissions, although it sometimes take me a couple of weeks to read new material. I respond to every writer, so if you don’t hear from me feel free to resubmit your story. We receive a ton of spam and ocassionally trash a legitimate e-mail in the process. Don’t give up.
HORSE SUBSCRIPTION COMPLAINTS–Once every five minutes we receive complaint from hungry Horse readers who were sucker enough to annie up for a subscription. Aren’t you aware of the caliber of the HORSE staff. Hell, they just started a cager mag.
I’m kidding, but if you’ve ordered a sub here’s the deal from Geno himself, “Takes 6 weeks, I’m sure he was in the middle between 2 issues.Call the number (877) 286-0127 that’s printedin the mag. Those folks get the dough for handling sub probsnot us. We are too busy fighting for justice and the ‘merican way,”Geno.
BIKERNET HIGH SCHOOL SWEETHEARTS–Two high school sweethearts went out for four years. They enjoyed losing their virginity to each other in 10th grade. They wanted both to go to the same college but, the girl was accepted to a college on the East Coast, and the guy went to a college on the West Coast. They agreed to be faithful to each other and to spend anytime they could together.
As time went on, the guy would call the girl and she would never be in, and she took weeks to reply to his letters. She took days to return his emails.
Finally, she confessed that she wanted to date around. He didn’t take this very well and increased his calls, letters, and e-mails trying to win back her love. She became annoyed with his persistence. She had a new boyfriend. She wanted to get the high school sweetheart off her back. So, she took a Polaroid of her sucking her new boyfriend’s unmentionables and e-mailed it the old boyfriend with a message: “I found a new boyfriend, leave me alone.”
Of course, the guy was devastated, but he was also pissed. So, he typed a note to enclose with the photo before forwarding it: “Dear Mom and Dad, having a great time at college, please send more money! I’m getting pretty desperate!” He then mailed the picture to her parents.
–from A. Friedman
YOU MIGHT BE A YUPPIE BIKER IF…
If you drink cappuccino instead of beer.
If you can?t figure out why the battery on your new bike won’t stay charged.
If your trailer has more miles on it than your bike.
If your leathers still have creases.
If you don’t ride your bike to work because it scuffs your penny loafers.
If you move your bike and the grass is brown under the wheels.
If your tattoos wash off.
If you have doubled the weight of your bike with bolt on chrome.
If you have never kick started a bike before.
If you buy bikes as investments.
If you refer to your bike as your “toy”.
If you wear a full face helmet.
If you wear a helmet.
If you wear earplugs.
If you really believe that there are bikes that come customized. from the factory.
If the last time you went to the Harley dealer you came home. with golf balls and a toilet seat.
If your Harley shirt has a collar.
If it’s not fun to ride unless someone sees you.
If you don’t ride in the rain.
If you can’t find your oil filter.
If you think any motorcycle is too loud.
If your pony tail comes off with your cap.
If you leave your garage door open just so people can see your bike.
If you need a biker lingo book.
If your a HOG member and think your an outlaw.
If you think a wrench is a bitchy woman.
If when you buy your bike you start calling everyone “bro”.
If you stop 30 miles from Sturgis to unload your bike so you can ride in.
If you think the models in the catalogs are what bikers are suppose to look like.
If you worry about what bikers are suppose to look like.
If you read V-Twin.
If other people you consider bikers scare you.
–from Rogue
THE JANKLOW PAPERS CONTINUE– The Monday prior to this article Janklow held a press conference and stated how sorry he was about the accident and didn?t want to talk about it because he would cry. YEA SURE! He couldn?t even remember the name of the man he killed!
It is obvious that he is calling in favors and releasing info that he thinks will help him. Now he is calling on the Good People of South Dakota. This is NOT A POPULARITY CONTEST. It is about a man with no respect for the law Killing Another Man.
He was Speeding, He did Run The Stop Sign, and He Did Kill Randy Scott. AND HE HAS PLED NOT GUILTY. Give Me A Break.
We all know about his driving record and another example him smoking cigarettes in the Capitol while others were banned from doing so. Just another item to show he feels the law does not apply to him while he want to be harsh on other and put them in Boot Camps and Prisons.
PLEASE Everyone stay after this and do Not Let Janklow Get Away With Killing Randy Scott
–ROGUE
SAD SEPTEMBER–Saying goodbye is always tough and no exception even if to a bird. I lost my parrot, Billy, a few days ago, just adding to crap that made September the worst month of the year for me. I raised Billy from a baby and enjoyed her for twelve years. Two weeks earlier, my little cockatiel, Gordy, died from being egg-bound. Poor little thing didn’t know she was too old to keep laying eggs.
One of my sons was hit from behind on the freeway two days ago. He walked away from a totaled car with just a scratch. This is the same son that had a party the last day of vacancy in an apartment I rented for him. Things got out of hand, a window was busted, doors kicked in and holes punched in the walls, causing me money loss and stress. These things plus a couple more mishaps made September pretty fucked up. But today as I write this, I am so grateful that my son is fine, that I had my birds to enjoy at least for a while, and if these are the worst of my troubles, I’m damn lucky.
Our good friend Chris Hill went down on his bike last Sunday. He’s in critical, but stable condition. From all accounts, he should recover, but will have a difficult time for a while. Life is so fragile and sometimes so taken for granted. We each have control over our own happiness. Don?t sweat the little things people, and please don?t wait till tomorrow to let the ones you love, know you love them. You may not get the chance.
Incase you haven’t noticed, there was no Caribbean Report last week, nor will there be one this week. Jose is having his own personal battles in Puerto Rico and will be out of touch till he gets things sorted out. I wish him luck and high hopes that everything works out peacefully.
~Layla
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THE OZARK ED REPORT–I finally got my Shovelhead on the road. I took it to hot springs HOG rally for its inaugural voyage, and had just a few tiny little issues to deal with. Some guy took a photo and gave me a card with It will be a few days before it’s up but let me know how you like it. –Ozark Ed
THE RED BARON ROLLS– Joel Wilson built the Baron. His email is = joelwilson7735@msn.com. His Business is = S. I. C. Motorcycles – 512-203-0641
You should see the new creation he has started attached is a picture of his LOGO as well as a few pictures of the Baron – (he beat Jessie James in several Bike Shows)
NEVER ENOUGH BLONDE JOKES–To prepare for his big date, a young man went up on to the roof of his apartment building in order to tan himself. Not wanting any tan lines to show, he sunbathed in the nude. Unfortunately, the young man fell asleep while on the roof, and managed to get a sunburn on his “tool of the trade”.
He was determined not to miss his date, so he put some lotion on his manhood and wrapped it in gauze.
The blonde showed up for the date at his apartment, and the young man treated her to a home cooked dinner, after which they went into the living room to watch a movie.
During the movie, however, the young man’s sunburn started acting up again. He asked to be excused, went into the kitchen, and poured a tall, cool glass of milk. He then placed his sunburned member in the milk and experienced immediate relief of his pain.
The blonde, however, wondering what he was doing, wandered into the kitchen to see him with his johnson immersed in a glass of milk. Upon seeing this, the blonde exclaimed, “So that’s how you guys load those things!”
–from Rogue
THE MILLER REPORT–One down and four to go.
–Ken Miller
CHOPPER OPS SPECIALS–Over here at Chopper Ops, we know what it’s like to work for a paycheck. We do it everyday. We know what it’s like to be a small business looking for a break. We know what it’s like to have to put shoes on our kids feet, and take care of our families. Like you, we take great pride in all of these things. Call Chopper Ops and find out for yourself why were a company you should consider. Chopper Ops: 1.562.795.0294 THE FERRYMAN PROJECT–Well here is my scoot with Part 2 of the customizing.Stage 1 was Stage 1 and Screaming Eagle slash cut and the Thunderstar wheels. Stage 2 is the paintwork. and Stage 3 well who knows.All suggestions will be considered. Ride Safe –The Ferryman WEEKLY PARTS SEARCH–Hey Bandit, I look forward to your web site. Keep upthe good work bro! I’ve been trying to get a line onthe Rigid Air Ride System that Indian Larry used onthe Great Biker Build-Off vs. P. Yaffe. I’ve e-mailedthem (Gasoline Alley)and no response. Do you knowsomeone or website I can contact for information? Thanks man! INDIAN LAYS OFF “ALL” WORKERS–SAN JOSE, Calif. (AP) – Indian Motorcycle, a revival of a pioneering motorcycle maker, has halted production and laid off its entire work force, citing financial troubles that could force the company into bankruptcy. Indian chairman Frank J. O’Connell told 380 workers at the company’s Gilroy plant Monday that they would immediately stop manufacturing because a deal with a major investor fell through. O’Connell said he had received calls from dozens of other potential investors, and he still hopes that the death-defying company would return to operation. The company specializes in so-called cruisers – large, relatively smooth motorcycles with a relaxed seating position and cushy suspensions for leisurely riding. Cruisers are the fastest growing segment of the motorcycle market. –By RACHEL KONRAD, The Associated Press –from Bubblehead INDIAN LARRY HITS THE BIG TIME–What will our hero, Indian Larry, get his tattooed fingers into next?Let’s see Jesse James or Billy Lane take a stab at big screen and book advertizing.–TBear NEW YORK – The ad shows a tattooed biker, scowling and shaggy-haired, against a harsh backdrop of blue and black. “Flying cars. Fire Whiskey. Death Eaters,” reads the caption above the picture. At the bottom, next to the catch phrase “We all have our reasons. What’s yours?” comes the real pitch: “There’s some pretty tough stuff in Harry Potter ? bad guys so bad they’re called Death Eaters. That’s one of the wicked reasons even bikers think Harry Potter is cool enough to ride with them.” Having already conquered the children’s market, Scholastic, Inc., the U.S. publisher of J.K. Rowling’s multimillion-selling series, is targeting adults, ages 18 to 35. Potter ads featuring bikers, skateboarders and couch potatoes will appear in Rolling Stone and other magazines throughout October. “We felt we needed to think out of the box and reach out to readers who would not normally pick up a copy of Harry Potter unless somebody placed it in their hands,” Barbara Marcus, president of Scholastic Children’s Books, told The Associated Press on Tuesday, a day before the publisher was to officially announce the new campaign. –from TBear Pat Bourgeois from Victory organized the party. LAST CALL–So I snagged a late start. I was dragged from Oakland airport to the new Arlen Ness facility in Dublin, California, slightly inland. Let’s see if I remember this correctly. Oh, yeah, we staggered back to the hotel after the party at the Ness Facility. If you roll into the bay area don’t miss a tour of this facility. You could easily call it the Custom Motorcycle Museum. The facility encases many of Arlen’s bikes from the early ’70s up, his article framed on the walls. It’s incredible. Then the true meaning of the assignment came to light. The new model line-up for Victory, the King Pin, with design touched grazed by Arlen and Cory Ness. The line-up includes a limited edition Vegas series designed by Arlen. Only one for every dealership. Sharp bikes. Limited edition Arlen Ness signature series bike from Victory. The next day reveille was called at the crack of dawn. We were handcuffed and led into a Sheriffs paddy wagon for a hour-and-a-half jerking ride into Napa Valley. That’s where they unleash our mad-as-hell muthas to ride the new King Pins, the sport and touring models. We weaved through snake-like hillside roads that made hairpins reminiscent of interstates. We lost one rider and another went down on an anti-banked curve. I’m still recovering from motion sickness. There will be a full report here on Bikernet, another two pages in American Rider and if you’re interested check out the custom option features on the Victory Web site. This is an American motorcycle that deserves consideration. Try one and let me know what you think. There’s more to report but whiskey and women are waiting. Watch for more Sturgis action, wild fiction, and the Victory Report in the near future. Oh shit, I forgot. We did a study of the Best Bike Web Sites for American Rider. We may give you a sneak preview next week. Of course Bikernet took the cake. Ride forever,
Sales and Customer Relations: 1.562.715.6166
Sales and Technical Support: 1.562.715.8370
Ride Free
Steve
–Bandit 
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CRAZYHORSE RETURN FROM THE BADLANDS–The most evil home built hardtails are right here on Bikernet. Check out this month’s Readers’ Showcase. Arik Adam’s sweet coil cover is just a peek at the pure talent lurking out here that has decided to share the vision with us. As many folks are getting ready for their winter projects, we have a bit of inspriration for all of them. Between cleaning the ranch and cooking for company that seems to be arriving regularly every weekend, my niece’s soccer games ( her team is winning), getting this place ready for winter by patching the roof and slapping paint on the rotting wood, it seems odd that I should be doing some of the best artwork I have ever done. Maybe I’m getting good at this.
The flame paint belongs to EdSherrer up in Virginia. The parts belong to an evil hardtail he’s building. I had an odd request on this bike. He wanted a pile of turds with a Number 2 on the rear fender. My paint guys asked him why. He says “….cos it’s Pile of Shit #2.” I should be getting the parts for Pile of Shit #3 for painting next spring.
The VRod cover belongs to Jerry Wolfe of Texas. It’s dull cos there was no clearcoat on when I took this picture. Jerry shipped the entire bike to my husband Jim Bortles. He wanted Jim’s special brand of fab work done to it. The bike is complete now, but I haven’t gotten up to the shop to take pictures yet.I talked to Goth Girl a few weeks ago. She’s playing keyboard at Mike Corbin’s Biketobefest party. That’s reason enough to attend. Maybe she’ll stop by The Horse’s Saturday Bike Show at The Last Resort. Billy Lane is judging bikes. Last year’s winner was Hank Young’s Flying Pan. So if you’re thinking there’s no bikes worth making the journey to Fla to see, think again.
Good food, good times, no attitudes, and brutal choppers duking it out, Last Resort, Rt 1, Oct 18th, be there or be square.
–Crazy Horse
JANKLOW SPEAKS–“I believe in the system,” Janklow said during a press conference Monday.”And I think it needs to be fair for everybody and me. I’m entitled to the same presumptions and the same fairness as everybody else and I’ll get it.”
–from Rogue
BOXING AND MUAY THAI SEMINAR–with Richard S. Bustillo.Former Boxer * USA Boxing Coach & Official * certified Muay Thai Kruand a member of the Black Belt Hall of Fame and World Martial Arts Hall of Fame@ The IMB Academy on Saturday, October 18, 2003 from 1 PM to 4 PMTel (310) 787-8793 www.IMBACADEMY.com22109 South Vermont Avenue, Torrance, CA 90502
Hands-on training will emphasize strong basics and fundamentals for all levels above age eighteen. Male and female, beginner to advance, and non-martial artists are invited. We don’t want to teach you only techniques, we want you to be able to understand your strengths and weaknesses, your coordination, stamina and physical condition for a better well being and a healthy body.
WHAT YOU WILL LEARN AND PRACTICE: 1) Balance and foot work 2) Rope skipping and shadow boxing 3) Punching & kicking techniques and combinations 4) Defense positions5) Countering maneuvers 6) Reaction drills for immediate response 7) Strength training.
WHAT TO BRING: 1) A smile 2) Two t-shirts and a towel because you will sweat 3) Hand wraps if you have them 4) Bag gloves if you have them 5) Focus pads if you have them 6) Jumping rope if you have them 7) Money, If you don’t have the above items, you can purchase them at the IMB. However, it is not necessary to bring any of the above items. Just bring in your work out attitude.
NOTE: No free sparring. So! Don’t worry about getting knocked out or knocking out anyone.
Fee: $35/Pre-regisration or $45/Door Registration
No spectators and video cameras allowed
AH, BLONDE JOKES–There are three blondes washed up on an island. Suddenly a fairy appears and offers to grant each one of them one wish.
The first blonde asks to be intelligent. Instantly, she is turned into a brown haired woman and she swims off the island.
The next one asks to be even more intelligent than the previous one, so instantly she is turned into a ravishing redhead. The redhead builds a boat and sails off the island.
The third blonde asks to become even more intelligent than the previous two. The fairy turns her into a man, and he walks across the bridge.
–from Rogue
BLONDE JOKES FOREVER–The blondes at the university led by Suzy , were tired of not fitting in. They were tired of other students assuming they were just stupid bimbos. They wanted somewhere where they felt they belonged.
So Suzy pressured the administration to set up a new Department especially for them. The university agreed and set up the Blonde Education Department.
Suzy and the blondes were ecstatic to have a department of their own where they could gather without being ridiculed. They felt they really belonged now. They wanted other students to see that they weren’t just stupid bimbos — after all, they now had their own department at the university.
So they now all proudly wear the official sweatshirt of the Blonde Education Department designed by Suzy which sports the saying: “I Belong in B.E.D.”
–from ROGUE
Chris T. the owner of Expressive Designs, the crew who make Bikernet stickers. He learned everything about building bikes from OCC.
SNAP-ON TOOLS AND ORANGE COUNTY CHOPPERS TEAM-UP TO DESIGN AND BUILD INCREDIBLE CHOPPER–MILWAUKEE, Wis., Sept. 23, 2003 – Snap-on Tools and Orange County Choppers haveannounced the completion of a specially designed and built Snap-on Tools chopper thatincorporates Snap-on? tools such as sockets, wrenches and ratchets into the actual design of theremarkable bike. In a special event at Snap-on’s Milwaukee, Wis., manufacturing facility onAugust 29, Orange County Choppers presented the bike to Snap-on Tools.
As part of the presentation, Snap-on Tools announced the father-and-son team of PaulTeutul, Sr., and Paul Teutul, Jr., will begin the development of a series of licensed products forthe industry to include tool storage units, equipment, hand tools and power tools.
Chris Pfaus, vice president of marketing for Snap-on Tools, said the two entities are aperfect match. “Snap-on Tools is the premiere supplier of tools and equipment for theprofessional automotive technician and Orange County Choppers is nationally known for some ofthe best new chopper designs on the market. Both are undeniably best-in-class. With a garagefilled with Snap-on Tools, Paul, Sr., and Paul, Jr. will now be even better able to build thoseremarkable machines that their millions of fans have come to love.”
–from TBear
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September 25, 2003 Part 2
By Bandit | | General Posts
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BAD COP–NO DOUGHNUT– Florida – When she was 17, the woman said, she had sex with Joe Busby on the hood of his cruiser while he was supposed to be on duty, patrolling Century as a deputy for the Escambia County Sheriff’s Office.
Another woman said she had sex several times with Busby, including occasions when he was on duty.
Busby denied the claims, but he didn’t seem any more believable than Bill Clinton.
Still, after Sheriff Ron McNesby fired him, Busby protested, asking the Civil Service Board to let him keep his job.
That’s where the tale unfolded Thursday night, in a hearing room more accustomed to technical matters than accusations about a wolf in lawman’s clothing.
One of the first witnesses was a woman who said she had sex with Busby in 2001, when she was underage.
“I was a little intoxicated,” she said, recounting her voluntary tryst with him outside the cruiser one night.
“He picked me up, threw me on the hood,” she said, adding that he first took off his uniform and bulletproof vest and got a condom from a bag under the cruiser’s front seat.
–from Rogue
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POLICE CORRUPTION RING– Franklin Police Chief Robert Tucker was suspended Sept. 2 for allegedly using a city credit card for personal expenses. He has since been reinstated but is still under investigation.
Former Atlanta police Maj. John Woodard pleaded not guilty Aug. 29 to charges he used his position to get police information and gave it to his wifes business. The wife, Debra Woodard, is accused of falsely claiming cash seized by officers.
East Point Officer Danny Powell turned himself in Aug. 28 after he was accused of stealing money during a car search.
Albany police Cpl. Max Parrish was placed on leave after he shot and wounded a man during an attempted robbery of a Subway Sandwiches & Salad shop Aug. 27.
A jail spokesman said Aug. 25 the FBI was investigating four Dougherty County Jail officers who are accused of beating a man unconscious with a pair of handcuffs and knocking a womans tooth out.
Former Treutlen County Sheriff Wayne Hooks was convicted Aug. 22 of using excessive force at a jail after arresting two men.
A former Liberty County deputy, whose name wasnt released, was found not guilty by a jury Aug. 22 on charges she investigated her own rape.
Chattooga County sheriffs deputies Lt. Dan Young and Sgt. Jamye Dawson resigned Aug. 15 after a videotape surfaced showing them having sex with an unidentified woman. The officers were in full uniform with their sheriffs department walkie-talkies turned on.
Atlanta police Officer David Alan Freeman was arrested Aug. 13 on charges he warned the Diablos of police investigations, confiscated drugs from arrested suspects in rival gangs and attempted to recruit gang members.
Two Fulton County Jail employees were arrested in early August after an undercover investigation found they were involved in drug deals with inmates.
East Ellijay Police Chief Larry Seabolt was arrested July 28 on charges he falsified an accident report and offered to drop a DUI citation in exchange for sexual favors.
–from Rogue
THREE WISHES–A man walks into a restaurant with a full-grown ostrich behind him, and as he sits, the waitress comes over and asks for their order.
The man says, “I’ll have a hamburger, fries and a coke,” and turns to the ostrich. “What’s yours?”
“I’ll have the same,” says the ostrich.
A short time later, the waitress returns with the order. “That will be $6.40 please,” and the man reaches into his pocket and pulls out exact change for payment.
The next day, the man and the ostrich come again and the man says, “I’ll have a hamburger, fries and a coke,” The ostrich says, “I’ll have the same.” Once again, the man reaches into his pocket and pays with exact change.
This becomes a routine until late one evening, the two enter again. “The usual?” asks the waitress. “No, this is Friday night, so I will have a steak, baked potato and salad,” says the man. “Same for me,” says the ostrich.
A short time later the waitress comes with the order and says, “That will be $12.62.” Once again the man pulls exact change out of his pocket and places iton the table.
The waitress can’t hold back her curiosity any longer. “Excuse me, sir. How do you manage to always come up with the exact change out of your pocket every time?”
“Well,” says the man, “several years ago I was cleaning the attic and I found an old lamp. When I rubbed it a Genie appeared and offered me two wishes. My first wish was that if I ever had to pay for anything, just put my hand in my pocket, and the right amount of money would always be there.”
“That’s brilliant!” says the waitress. “Most people would wish for a million dollars or something, but you’ll always be as rich as you want for as long as you live!”
“That’s right! Whether it’s a gallon of milk or a Rolls Royce, the exact money is always there,” says the man.
The waitress asks, “One other thing, sir, what’s with the ostrich?”
The man sighs and answers, “My second wish was for a tall chick with long legs who agrees with everything I say.
–from Geno of the HORSE
OUTLAW JUSTICE IN THE GULCH–Not the book, but the painting from Eric Herrmann. Once again you can buy this limited edition, signed by Bandit, work of art, here at Bikernet.com. Just click on the link above and be the first on your block to own one!
BIKERNET CONTEST WINNERS–All right people! We’ve had an increase of submissions in the Free Contest, and your suggestions are great. Thanks for taking the time to write us. We DO read them all. Here’s two new winners, one from the Cantina and the other from the free area. Keep them coming because I’m about to go scrounging to all our sponsors for a fresh batch of really cool gifts!
Cantina winner
Brian Teel from Brookline Station, Mo
Wanted: I could REALLY use a long sleeve T-shirt
I need you to email me, Brian. I need to know your T-Shirt size…
Free Area Contest
CURT HOOVERSON FROM PRAIRIE DU SAC, WIS
Suggestion: INTERVIEW WISCONSIN SENATOR DAVE ZEIN (REP OF EAU CLAIRE) WHO IS BIG MEMBER OF ABATE AND HELPED REPEAL THE HELMET LAW IN WIS. IN THE 80S.
Wanted: BIKERNET T-SHIRT OR BASEBALL CAP, OR SOME OF BANDITS BOOKS.
Thanks for the suggestion, Curt. Just today someone else suggested the same thing to Bandit. We’re gonna do it.
Hold on, I’m not through here. Last week I asked you readers to enter a contest to win a free helmet from Scull Screamers. All you have to do is send me a jpeg. image of a self-decorated helmet. We had one entry so far from Scoot, and his is very cool. I’m gonna wait a couple more weeks, if no one enters, the winner will be Scoot’s with the one and only cool helmet around. Take a look at some of the helmets that you could win at www.skullscreamers.com. ~Sin
MAN ENTERS CONTEST FOR CUSTOM HELMET–Here is my finished M35 German Helmet completely restored and converted to a Motorcycle Helmet. Does it meet your helmet contest rules?The digital grunge ran a story on it in the Cantina. And he never got to post the finished pic in that article, one of the gals posted it in the Thursday news instead (while you were on that tramp steamer). So I don’t think it made sense to anyone. Anyhow here is the pick (with me hiding under the heavy thing). So, if it meets the contest rules please add me.
–Scoot
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September 25, 2003 Part 1
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Found myself in the new Arlen Ness Store.
The news is late and I’m innocent. Monday, the week appeared mellow in my crystal 5-Ball. Then the phone ran, “Ball get on a plane to Oakland. There will be a car waiting. Take riding gloves.” The phone went dead, but I suspected that the weasel-like voice on the other end was Buzz Buzzelli, the editor of American Rider. My pockets were empty of cash or a ticket when I arrived at LAX but Southwest will allow anyone on a flight.
There was a group of thugs wearing black shirts.
As I stepped off the curb in front of Terminal Two in Oakland and into a stretched limo my life changed. For two days I was swept into the Napa Valley Hills. I just returned and I’m trying to unwind my crumpled brain cells. I’ll tell you all about it later? Let’s hit the news before the staff smacks me:
HORSE BACKSTREET CHOPPER INVITES YOU– Join us at The Horse BackStreet Choppers Magazine?s Third Annual Biketoberfest Meet And Greet Party! In Daytona Beach at The Last Resort Bar. Party with the staff and selected VIP guests from 7 to 9 PMSaturday nite 10/18/03 (Open Bar and Free Eats). The Last Resort (386-761 5147) is located at 5812 S. Ridgewood(on US 1 just south of Daytona), Port Orange, Florida. Bring this VIP invite to The Horse tent for your wristband.For info/RSVP call Geno at 561 394 5353
We are also having a Ol? Skool Hardcore Chopper Show at The Last Resort onSaturday, Oct. 18, judging at 6 pm (sign up by 4pm). Billy Lane will judgethe chopper show and we will present trophies for 1st, 2nd and 3rd place.The winning choppers will be featured in The Horse mag. in 2004.See ya there!
The World’s Largest Selling Chopper Mag. HAVEN’T THEY HUNG JANKLOW YET?–I do not think that the accident is being handled how it should be. Janklow should have been charged with something like speeding, just like any other ordinary citizen. I have no confidence that the complete story will be told. He’s been speeding for a long time. Why does he still have a license, and why was he driving a car registered to someone else? Janklow should respond by telling the truth. In reading the articles, it sounds like Janklow is full of excuses and likes to blame everyone but himself. Maybe he should have been jailed for a while, and maybe he would have changed his driving habits. I think he should not be allowed to drive again. He is a hazard to the rest of us on the road. I think it’s time he took responsibility for his actions. A slap on the wrist isn’t going to deter him from doing it again. Diane Immediato I used to live in South Dakota and once worked for the state. Janklow was hailed by many for his “no-nonsense” talk and approach. However, I always saw his “honesty” as arrogance and his “no-nonsense” talk as boasting. He would brag about his speeding. Janklow promoted this lawless side of himself because it seemed a harmless way to promote his power, which is unrivaled in South Dakota. Now, there are consequences to this dangerous behavior. How many times has Janklow driven that road between Flandreau and Brandon? A hundred? A thousand? He had to know there was a stop sign at that intersection. The excuse that there was a vehicle in his lane of traffic is hollow. If he had not been speeding, an accident would not have occurred. No one is to blame but Janklow. My hope is that his huge ego will allow him to come clean and admit his full responsibility in this tragedy. Steven S. Collins I am sad that Bill Janklow is not receiving the same treatment any ordinary citizen would in our community. If any of us had committed the crime he has, and with his driving record, we wouldn’t be walking the streets without having posted a significant bail. But, because Mr. Janklow is part of the “good ol’ boy” network in this town, he is likely to get off without any serious ramifications. Because of his years as governor and his ties to the state patrol and other law enforcement agencies, he won’t be treated the same way others would be. I wish it were different, and I hope the Moody County prosecutors prove me wrong. But I doubt it. Tim Borger –from Rogue HEROES OF H-D BY ED YOUNGBLOOD–Could be a good one from Motorbooks Int. It’s the official book and guide to the Motorcycle Hall of Fame Museum exhibit of the same name and meet the men and women who made it happen. Might have some insight and fresh perspective. It’s 34.95 in all book stores or through Classic Motorbooks at (800) 826-6600 or www.motorbooks.com. BLONDE JOKES FOREVER–The blondes at the university led by Suzy , were tired of not fitting in. They were tired of other students assuming they were just stupid bimbos. They wanted somewhere where they felt they belonged. So Suzy pressured the administration to set up a new Department especially for them. The university agreed and set up the Blonde Education Department. Suzy and the blondes were ecstatic to have a department of their own where they could gather without being ridiculed. They felt they really belonged now. They wanted other students to see that they weren’t just stupid bimbos — after all, they now had their own department at the university. So they now all proudly wear the official sweatshirt of the Blonde Education Department designed by Suzy which sports the saying: “I Belong in B.E.D.” –from Rogue BAD RIDE COMBINED MEETING–BIKERNET MAY SPONSOR–Hello everyone! I wanted to confirm the “FirstCombined Meeting” for Rip’s B.A.D. Ride VII will be atCalifornia Harley-Davidson next Tuesday, September23rd! California Harley-Davidson1517 Pacific Coast Highway, Harbor City Angie Stock Some of our favorite Bikernet Assets. NEW BIKE MAG–Hey guys I’m coming out with a new mag called assets. It deals withcustom bikes, check out assetsmagazine.com and get in touch. We’re just getting started, so we need help. We’re launching in June of 2004. Trevor layne AFL-CIO URGES PRISON PROBE–RIVERTON, Wyo. – The state AFL-CIO has asked Gov. Dave Freudenthal to investigate the use of prison labor to build and staff a $5 million mushroom farm in Shoshoni. AFL-CIO executive secretary John Faunce said the labor group is concerned that the Wyoming Honor Farm prisoners are taking jobs from the private sector. He also alleged the opening of Wind River Mushrooms was causing the closure of a similar facility in California. Faunce said he is not opposed to providing labor training for prisoners but is concerned the program gives “the mushroom grower free prison labor during the construction phase.” Wyoming Department of Corrections spokeswoman Melinda Brazzale denied the allegations, saying the farm is unrelated to the closure of the California facility, which is owned by a partner in the Shoshoni venture, Doug Tanner of Watsonville, Calif. Tanner recently announced he was closing Sunrise Mushrooms in California, but Brazzale said none of its equipment or labor will be moved to Wyoming. Up to 30 inmates are expected to be employed at the facility in its first year, increasing to about 60 inmates in Year 2 and up to 90-100 inmates when the plant achieves full capacity in three years. –from Rogue COPS GONE BAD–Louisiana – Federal agents have arrested a Harahan police officer, alleging that he illegally obtained nearly 2,200 pain pills over a 15-month period from four pharmacists, using prescriptions from seven doctors, authorities said. Wiley M. Wood IV was booked last week with prescription fraud. Acting U.S. Attorney Jim Letten said Wood has not been charged with distributing the 2,196 hydrocodone pills, but the investigation is continuing. “We wanted to act quickly on this because of the public-safety aspect having a police officer obtaining this quantity of drugs,” Letten said. Wood, a six-year veteran of the department, was arrested Sept. 12 after being called in to a meeting at police headquarters and was released on his own recognizance, which is normal for this kind of case, Letten said. Wood’s attorney, Vinny Mosca, said Wood used the pills for a back injury he sustained last year. BLONDE JOKES AT LAST–After traveling a few blocks, a blonde realizes she had no money and immediately informed the driver. “You’d better stop. I can’t pay you and it’s ten dollars already,” she said. The driver checked her out in the rear-vision mirror. “That’s okay,” he said. “I’ll turn down the first dark street, get in the back seat and take off your bra.” “You’d be cheating yourself,” she replied. “This bra is only worth five dollars.” –from Rogue Continued On Page 2
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