Harley-Davidson Inc. has realized several hundred million dollars in cost savings since it implemented a massive restructuring less than four years ago, executives said Saturday at the annual shareholders meeting.

This year the company expects savings of about $305 million, from changes it initiated since 2009, and rising to annual ongoing savings of about $320 million beginning in 2014.

The changes, including a new manufacturing system at Harley's factory in York, Pa., are boosting the company's profits and making it more agile as it builds motorcycles closer to market demand.

They've also come at a price to the workforce, including hundreds of York employees who lost their jobs when Harley outsourced work such as metal plating and stampings.

"I would like nothing more than to have every single employee who lost their job come back to work. None of us get up in the morning with the intention of ruining anybody's life," said Chief Executive Officer Keith Wandell.

But the point of the restructuring has been to strengthen the company and make it more efficient. Also, Wandell said, the outsourced work has created jobs at other American companies.

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Sloppy cop work has undermined a high-profile stolen motorcycle case for the second time in less than a year, the Daily News has learned.

The NYPD’s Auto Crimes Division and Technical Assistance Response Unit wiped two surveillance videos — the only copies available — and apparently failed even to record two other meetings between undercover cops and suspects, according to criminal court proceedings last week.

The missing evidence is the second embarrassing gaffe to result from the 17-month investigation into gun trafficking and the theft and resale of 63 bikes valued at about $500,000.

About a month after Police Commissioner Raymond Kelly and Manhattan District Attorney Cy Vance Jr. announced last July’s takedown, seven high-performance bikes that had been seized in the sting were swiped from a poorly secured police lot in the Bronx

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Few clubs would want their headquarters in the Willets Point section of Queens, a massive, muddy cluster of auto repair shacks — but the Queensboro Motorcycle Club is perfectly happy wedged in there among the junkyards and salvage shops.

“It’s sort of like a bunch of kids with a clubhouse in the weeds somewhere,” said Victor Crozzoli, 55, a 35-year member. “We can rev our engines — I mean, we could shoot off fireworks — and there’s nobody around to complain.”

At 103 years old, Queensboro is perhaps the oldest motorcycle club in New York City. For more than 70 of those years, its home has been the modest clubhouse on the parcel it owns on 34th Avenue, a half-block from Citi Field.

But the clubhouse’s future is now in question, with the city in the process of clearing this area, known as the Iron Triangle, to begin a massive residential and commercial development project. The club had been negotiating to sell its property to the city, which would then sell the club a suitable property elsewhere in Queens, but those talks have stalled, said the club’s vice president, Billy Goldstein, 54.

“The city has told us to sit tight for now,” he said. If the city tries to use eminent domain to oust the club, the members are ready to rumble, Mr. Goldstein said before one of the club’s monthly meetings began on a recent Thursday night.

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Nevada lawmakers considered a measure Friday that would allow motorcyclists to skip traffic jams by driving between the lanes — as long as they're careful.

Assemblyman Skip Daly, D-Sparks, presented AB236 to members of the Senate transportation committee as a safety bill.

"When you have the ability to do lane splitting, it increases the statistics about the safety of the road," Daly said.

It also addresses overheating problems because many motorcycles are air-cooled and don't do well idling in traffic when it's hot outside, a particular concern for riders in southern Nevada, he added. The same is true for the riders who often wear heavy leather for safety.

The bill allows motorcyclists to drive up to 10 mph faster than slow-moving traffic, and up to a maximum of 30 mph. Lane splitting would only be allowed when there are at least two lanes going the same direction.

Currently, only on-duty police officers are allowed to split traffic. California is the only state that allows civilians to lane split.

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It's amazing and packed with strident informations about you name it, from Gun fights to freedom. The fight is alive, the girls are hot, the creative spirit rocks, and what the hell, it's another action-packed weekend at the headquarters. 

Don't miss it:

Drag Specialties® fairing mount mirrors offer a truly innovative appearance from the traditional handlebar-mounted mirrors. Designed specifically for H-D® batwing fairings, these mirrors mount just inside the inner fairing, while providing a wide range of adjustability. Available in a chrome finish, with glass measuring approximately 4 1/4” x 4”, comes with or without blind spot mirror, includes mounting hardware and sold in pairs. Fits 96-13 FLHX/H-D trike models and suggested retail for mirror without blind spot is $84.95 and mirror with blind spot mirror is $89.95.

Slick in appearance with high-end quality, these fairing mount mirrors will make you stand out in the crowd. Contact your local Drag Specialties dealer for all your riding needs.

 For more information, go to www.dragspecialties.com or contact your local Drag Specialties dealer.

 

The new men’s FXRG Modular Helmet with Retractable Sun Shield (P/N 98244-13VM, $525) from the Harley-Davidson® MotorClothes® line is engineered for ultimate comfort, versatility and protection. It’s built from advanced carbon fiber, aramid and fiberglass for strength and light weight, and shaped to be extremely quiet at highway speeds. The One-Touch Integrated tinted Sun Shield deploys or retracts quickly and easily, while the one-touch locking system optimizes modular convenience. Its Cool4Ever™ interior is lightweight, moisture-wicking, odor free and antibacterial. The helmet weighs 3.55 lbs., meets DOT requirements and is available in XS – 2XL sizes.  

 

The FXRG Modular Helmet is available now at most Harley-Davidson dealerships.

Hey,

I’m out of sync today. Ray returned from the desert, Marilyn, the editor of IronWorks is on her way back from the Hamster run in Paso Robles. Illusions is having a grand open house, and it’s K.O.’s Birthday.

Jules and Gary, of Kustoms Inc. would like to be partying with the best of them. Instead they are working on Wire Plus wiring tech for Bikernet. What could be more fun…

Yesterday, a package arrived in the mail. No company name adorned the coffee brown cover. When I opened it, I discovered a mysterious manuscript. I’ll let you know what I find out.

Yesterday, I rode the Mudflap girl to the Korean Bell overlooking the mighty Pacific. I said a prayer for my first wife, who is dying of cancer. The
Bell has become a quiet place to reflect on the future. I need to start the next Chance Hogan book, and it’s haunting me. Let’s hit the Post:

BIKERNET UNIVERSITY ENGLISH DEPARTMENT SLACKERS SEXUAL ADDICTS WEEKEND VOCABULARY LESSON–gander GAN-der, noun:

Each Sunday in the summer and fall of 1927, Queens Village neighbors complained about the stream of motorists cruising by the Snyder residence, seeking a gander at Lorraine or her grandmother, some even installing themselves on the lawn with box lunches until police were called in.

Even though he isn’t usually impressed by television stars or recording artists, Kansas Citians rarely see celebrities, so Cicero takes a moment to gander at the rare sight.

Gander came to English from the Proto-Indo-European word for “goose” or perhaps another type of water bird. The first noun sense of gander, used as early as the year 1000, meant “a male goose,” and later senses related metaphorically to the movement of a goose. While the verb form of gander meaning “to look” entered English in late 1600s, the noun form meaning “a look” didn’t enter English until the early 1900s.

CALIFORNIA VAGINA SAILORS–
Oddly named Venice yacht club… beautiful pix on the site… Welcome to California Vagina Sailors Yacht Club. Sailing Lessons, Nautical Apparel, & Yacht Parties.

Founded in 1976, California Vagina Sailors Yacht Club is based in Marina del Rey, California. Offering Nautical Apparel, Infamous Soundtracks, and Exclusive Yacht Parties for the Sailor in all of us.

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Articulated fingers provide a more instinctive fit when riding and
hard knuckle guards allow for optimum protection. Comes with a 2-year limited warranty.

$49.95

Visit www.firstgear-usa.com for more information

QUICK BIKERNET READER COMMENT–
Zippers Twin Cam Install.

http://www.bikernet.com/pages/ZIPPERS_RED_SHIFT_HS525_CAM_INSTALL.aspx

Good article. Just enough info to get the avg. garage mech. into some trouble. A couple missed steps could be costly to the un-informed.

–Frederick Zielsdorf
z4fm58@gmail.com
Camarillo, CA

I think everyone by now knows they have to let lifters bleed down. Since we used stock pushrods and not adjustable the lifters had plenty of time to bleed while we put the rocker box together. It might be worth a mention, but if whoever is doing the job does not know that they should not be doing it.

DUH, refilling the gear case and cam plate with oil. There was already oil in the oil tank. May want to top it off, but plenty in there to run engine. We did lube all the parts with Assembly Lube and you do Not Fill the Camplate it is a part. Though not necessary you could add some oil to the cam case cavity, but why?

Chain Tensioner wear I think was about normal and definitely Not Caused by my brand of oil.

We always say Read The Enclosed Instructions and suggest they also have a shop manual for the bike they are working on.

–Rogue

Rogue,
My comment was not critical. I was happy to see that you didn’t go into detail on everything done in the assembly. Just a couple things like, checking pinion run-out, and making sure the lifters are fully bled down before turning the engine over, refilling the gear case and cam plate with oil.

Oh, and by the way, if my chain tensioners were that worn, at that mileage, I’d be changihg my Brand of oil. I’ve seen them look newer from stock Harley 20/50.

–Frederick

WIN TICKETS TO THE H-D 110th Anniversary–This year marks Harley’s 110th year of doing business. By all accounts, this party they’re planning may be bigger than the 100th Anniversary. Certainly, the entertainment venue is already better with Toby Keith, Aerosmith and Kid Rock as headliners.

There are already celebrations taking place in Europe and Asia celebrating the 110th. This June, the party continues in Sao Paulo, Brazil and Rome, Italy. All of the world-wide events lead to Milwaukee at the end of August. Hupy and Abraham, S.C. is sponsoring the Milwaukee Rally, which coincides with the huge 110th Anniversary. The Milwaukee Rally is put on by the four Metro-Milwaukee Harley-Davidson dealerships.

Since our firm has been an annual sponsor of the Milwaukee Rally, we thought it would be cool to offer something for the 110th Anniversary also. So, starting in May and continuing in June, July and up to August 15th, we are giving away three pairs of tickets per month to the 110th celebration.

These 24 tickets will get the lucky winners into the Summerfest grounds August 29-31st for all the activities, displays and entertainment (the headliner acts at the Marcus Amphitheater require purchase of additional tickets). Click on the Harley-Davidson link in the sidebar for more information and the entertainment line up at the Summerfest grounds.

If the winner is a H.O.G. member, it will also allow entry on the grounds August 29th for the special H.O. G. 30th Anniversary party.

Included in the ticket package is a map of historic Harley-Davidson sites, a link to a free event app for your Smart Phone, a photo frame holder, commemorative laminated ticket and lanyard, limited edition poker chip and guitar pick and more.

SPECIAL JIMS WEEKEND TOOL ANNOUNCEMENT– Tappet Adjustment Tool

JIMS, a premier manufacturer of performance parts and specialty tools for use on Harley-Davidson, has just released the new Tappet Adjustment Tool.

Designed and submitted by Hiro Koiso, a hands-on technician and JIMS sponsored Bonneville record holder in numerous classes; this patent pending hand tool simplifies the way to verify proper tappet adjustment.

After adjusting the tappet, simply insert the tip of this tool under the hydraulic unit retaining clip, above the pushrod seat. Similar to a “Go No-Go Gauge”, if the tip doesn’t fit between the clip and the pushrod seat OR if there is up and down end play, the tappet is out of adjustment.

Only when the tip fits nicely with no end play is the tappet properly adjusted. The Tappet Adjustment Tool is now ready and available with an MSRP of $26.40. For more information, please visit us at www.jimsusa.com, find us on Facebook, or call our knowledgeable representatives at (805) 482-6913.

THIS JUST IN, New Bikernet Reader Comment!–
Departure Bike Works Turns 35

http://www.bikernet.com/pages/story_detail.aspx?id=8179

I thought it was a great article and touching as well. I agree with the passion they have for motorcycles, because I have done business with DBW on many occasions.

I will also say that Brenda and Lee will give you any info on anything without any pressure to buy. DBW is a pleasure to do business with unlike a lot of my experience with H-D stores in the area.

I hope DBW stays around as long as I do .

–Mike Brooks
smbhertage@hotmail.com
North Chesterfield, VA

WEEKEND DREW NEWS–I thought you might enjoy seeing an old publication I am preparing to sell (ebay), to help fund our upcoming time in Utah.

I love the cover “Harley-Davidson laps the field at Daytona.”

Cal Rayborn sure knew how to get those flathead KRTT’s to scream!

–Drew
DREW GATEWOOD
AMA/F.I.M. Technical Steward

GEARS – Gatewood Engineering And Race Support
P.O. Box 2568
Chesterton, IN.
tele/fax: 219-926-5647
email: gears55@frontier.com
www.gearswebsite.com

COUNTRY SINGER PASSES–
Our flags need to be flyin’ at half-mast! It’s cryin’ time – the greatest
*true country* singer of all time passed away this morning in Nashville,
Tennessee – U.S.A.

…but the weather’s good in southern California:

–Ride Free Forever,

–Andreas

JUSTIFIED SHOOTING GUN NUT REPORT–Montco DA: Cheltenham college student appears justified in fatally shooting intruder.

By Margaret Gibbons Staff writer

The fatal shooting of a home intruder last Friday in Cheltenham appears to have been justifiable, according to Montgomery County District Attorney Risa Vetri Ferman.

The 20-year-old Lynnewood Gardens apartment resident, who used an AR-15 semi-automatic rifle to shoot the intruder, was in fear of his life and the lives of others in the apartment, said Ferman.

“You have a man who defended himself inside his home, as the law would generally permit, and exercised extreme restraint by firing only one shot in shooting someone who was unlawfully in his home,” said Ferman.

Ferman said Wednesday she was not yet prepared to issue an “official” ruling because the investigation is ongoing and authorities are waiting for the toxicology reports on the person who was killed.

“But this certainly has the appearance of what would be justified under the law,” Ferman added.
Authorities have identified the intruder as Jasper Brisbon, 32, of Washington Lane, in the same apartment complex. Brisbon died from a single gunshot to the torso, according to the autopsy report.

The shooting occurred at about 11:15 p.m. on April 19.

The 20-year-old man, who is a college student, and his girlfriend were outside the student’s Massey Way apartment “minding their own business” when Brisbon, whom the couple did not know, came toward them “in a very menacing fashion,” according to Ferman.

The couple became uncomfortable when Brisbon, who allegedly was incoherent and appeared to be high, stared at them for several minutes, according to authorities.

They decided to go inside the student’s apartment but, as they entered, “this interloper followed them inside the residence,” and was between the student and the woman, according to authorities.
The student, whose name authorities would not disclose, went into his bedroom, coming out with the AK-15 rifle he had purchased last year for self-protection, said Ferman.

The man confronted Brisbon, who allegedly “came at” him, causing him to fear for his life and the lives of others in the apartment, according to authorities. That is when he fired a single shot from his weapon, authorities said.

The man called police, who found Brisbon on the living room floor of the apartment. Brisbon, whom authorities said was not armed, was transported to Abington Memorial Hospital where he was pronounced dead.

–PhillyBurbs.com

–from Agent Zebra

BIKERNET CORRESPONDENT IN INDIA KICKS OF A PRODUCT COMPLAINT BLOG–A few of the guys at the local community wanted an online platform to bookmark and register complaints about purchases and traders.

I suggested them a few ideas and the below website is the result. http://www.governatorr.com/

We solicit suggestions and advice.

Currently we are open to logging and blogging American, European and Asian consumer complaints to generate awareness.

What is GovernaTorr forum?
http://www.governatorr.com/

Govern (verb) = Bring into conformity with rules, principles or usage; impose regulations
Torr (noun) = A unit of pressure equal to 0.001316 atmosphere or a millimeter of mercury

GovernaTorr is a Consumer Forum that enables all buyers to report trading practices of shops and websites. Consumer complaints can be posted here for benefit of other buyers. Caveat Emptor. Users are responsible for the text of their complaints and we are not responsible for resolution or mistakes in your complaint.

Be aware. Spread awareness.

–UD

INTERNAL COMBUSTION ENGINE FUTURE DEVELOPMENTS–Some of you may be aware, but for others, this is glimpsing the future. . .

As went the flathead, so goes the camshaft, in deference to stupendous, accurate control.
Still, all parochial to me when I muse about the potential of magnetism. Time, duration unknown, will deliver.

It is no longer speed that costs money, but efficiency.

Speedy Regards,

“LandSpeed” Louise Ann Noeth

ALWAYS VOTE FOR FREEDOM–Over the weekend, we came four votes away from the United States Senate giving our Constitutional rights over to the United Nations. In a 53-46 vote, the senate narrowly passed a measure that will stop the United States from entering into the United Nations Arms Trade Treaty.

The Statement of Purpose from the bill read:
To uphold Second Amendment rights and prevent the United States from entering into the United Nations Arms Trade Treaty.

The U.N. Small Arms Treaty, which has been championed by the Obama Administration, would have effectively placed a global ban on the import and export of small firearms. The ban would have affected all private gun owners in the U.S. , and had language that would have implemented an international gun registry on all private guns and ammo.
Astonishingly, 46 of our United States Senators were willing to give away our Constitutional rights to a foreign power.

Here are the 46 senators that voted to give your rights to the U.N.

Baldwin (D-WI)?Baucus (D-MT)?Bennet (D-CO)?Blumenthal (D-CT)?Boxer (D-CA)?Brown (D-OH)?Cantwell (D-WA)?Cardin (D-MD)?Carper (D-DE)?Casey (D-PA)?Coons (D-DE)?Cowan (D-MA)?Durbin (D-IL)?Feinstein (D-CA)?Franken (D-MN)?Gillibrand (D-NY) Harkin (D-IA)?Hirono (D-HI)?Johnson (D-SD)?Kaine (D-VA)?King (I-ME)?Klobuchar (D-MN)?Landrieu (D-LA)?Leahy (D-VT)?Levin (D-MI)?McCaskill (D-MO)?Menendez (D-NJ)?Merkley (D-OR)?Mikulski (D-MD)?Murphy (D-CT)?Murray (D-WA)
Nelson (D-FL) Reed (D-RI)?Reid (D-NV)?Rockefeller (D-WV)?Sanders (I-VT)?Schatz (D-HI)?Schumer (D-NY)?Shaheen (D-NH)?Stabenow (D-MI)?Udall (D-CO)?Udall (D-NM)?Warner (D-VA)?Warren (D-MA)?Whitehouse (D-RI)?Wyden (D-OR)

Hello All, here is the list of all the TRAITORS in the U. S. Senate-Thank God there was none listed for OK, AR, TX

–from Joe Teresi

BIKERNET 5-Ball RACING WHEELER REPORT–

Adrenaline List:

*2nd Grand Child, It’s A Boy, Leon Gerald Wheeler, arrival, early June
*Texas Mile* …..212 mph…..VALERIE THOMPSON ….212 mph ….www.texasmile.net
*N H R A * ..Motorcycle…April 19-20-21….Charlotte, N C … April 26-7-28…Houston, Texas..
*Ohio Mile 2013* *April 27-28 (IN THE RECORD BOOKS) June 8-9 July 6-7 Sept. 28-29 ….www.ecta-lsr.com
*El Mirage 2013* *May 18-19, June 9, July 14, Sept. 15, Oct. 20, Nov. 9-10.. www.scta.org
*Loring Maine* The Maine Event July 12-14 ….www.lta-lsr.com
*Bonneville, SCTA* *104 Days….August 10-16, 2013* ….www.scta-bni.org
*BUB Speed Trials* *113 Days…. *August 24-29, 2013* ….www.speedtrialsbybub.com
*Mojave Mile* October, 12-13 ….www.mojavemile.com

The Ohio Mile kicked off this weekend in Wilmington while some of us ended up in Laughlin, Nevada, at The 31st Annual River Run. Times will post in a week or so for the mile event.

Blasted out of the Bikernet headquarters last Wed. night just before midnight with almost everything needed to set up in Laughlin for the 31st Annual event. Arrived in Laughlin safely about 6:30 am Thursday, gassed up in an empty station, zero waiting. He who waits until Saturday or Sunday for fuel to haul ass out of the windy desert might wait in monster lines, hot, and nasty.

Pitched a tent early Thursday on the tarmac in front of the Pioneer Hotel and gambling Hall next to Matt Hotch and Metalsport Wheels while representing Lyndall Racing Rotors next door. Mr. Paul Kittrell, the driving force behind the 15-year young family operated business arrived Friday with the pop-up canopy and the latest information tri-folds. The crowd seemed to arrive in waves, mid morning most are snoozin’ in their air conditioned $150.00-a-night or more room, normally $25.00 a night or much less.

Might be in the air-conditioned casinos spending their kids inheritance and havin’ the time of their lives. Most rode across country and arrived in one piece safe and sound. Seems like a fine reason to relax for a few days, check out the latest hottest products and smell the fumes. The crowd moseys by early morning in the cooler air, take a ride, or hit the casino. Then the action warms up early in the evening until closing. Temp Sunday morning at 2:13 am in Laughlin was 75 perfect riding degrees, Sunday high 102.

Saturday morning just after a coffee and vitamins we set up for the day and the wind kicked up big time, all flags were horizontal and the tent was not happy. We removed the canopy and ask the Harley gods for less wind, but no. Mid afternoon we called it a successful venture, packed and hauled ass westward against the wind. Semi trucks were in the ditch on both sides of the freeway on the way home.

Arrived Long Beach just in time to have dinner with Dr. Willie then shoot a couple images of our 5-Ball Racing Team project. Our local Dr. Willie is on the job from sun up until late evening solving last minute details and ironing out the rough spots. As of this evening we have working tail light/brake light//turn signal combination securely mounted in the tail section with two plugs for easy removal.

It’s late somewhere and my ass was draggin’.

This week Dr. Willie is modifying the baffle to fit the early bagger style oil pan while we await a phone call from Race Tech Suspension in Corona for an axel to axel suspension tune-up and alignment destined for the Bonneville salt flats in August of 2013.

Thanks….With one helleva lot of help from my family and Industry friends….Thanks, Thanks, Thanks.

We’re on track for a stellar year on the street and on the Bonneville Salt Flats.

3 Ex-Wives, My 3 Sons, Aerocharger, All Balls Racing, Kent Rich, Dutch and the Crew@Air Tech Streamlining, Arai Helmets, Keith Ball and the Crew@Bikernet, Bikers Choice, Brad Beach@Beach Racing ,Cometic Gaskets, Dan Thayer@vtwinfuelinjection, Allen Alvarez@Daytona Twin Tech, ERC Race Gas, George The Wild Brush, ET Krankvents (Thanks Ted Shrode, Ph.D—- R. I. P.), Fisher Harmonic Damper, Dan Stern@House of Thunder H-D, Horsepower Inc., Ron Williams, Jeff, Kevin@Hardtailz, Randy Torgeson, Michelle and the Crew@Hyperformance, Jim’s Machine USA, K&N Air Cleaner, Paul Kittrell@Lyndall Racing Brakes, Marc Susman@Colorado Custom Cycle Wheels, Juan, Colorado Custom Cycle Wheels, Ray Whitehead@Pegasus, Pingel, Jim @Sharp Eye Transmission, Reggie and Crew@R&R Cycle, Ben Kudon@Rivera Primo, Matthew Wiley@Race Tech Suspension, Rick Tedder@ R/T Performance, Schnitz Racing, Mr. McCahill@Spyke, S&S Cycle, Matthew Negherbon@Thunder Motorcycles in San Jose, Guy Caputo@Tiger Racing, Steve The Turbo Doc, Tsubaki Chains, Vanderbeck Race Cars, Vanson Leathers, Dr. Willie, World Wide Bearings, Duncan Keller, Yankee Engineuity in San Jose, Ca..

Haul Ass!
Ride for your Life!
Ray C Wheeler
Performance Editor
wheeler@bikernet.com

THE MOTORCYCLE MANTRA WORD OF THE DAY–
stark stahrk, adjective:

His office was stark in comparison to Valek’s and lacked personal decorations. The only object in the room that did not have a specific purpose was a hand-size statue of a black snow cat.

I thought of how clouds sometimes race across the sunlit canyons formed by the steep sides of skyscrapers, so that the stark divisions of dark and light are shot through with passing light and dark.

From the Proto-Indo-European root ster- meaning “stiff” or “rigid,” stark entered English around the year 1000. It shares its root with the word stare.

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AUSTRALIAN MC Club opens new Sydney chapter– The Comanchero motorcycle club,is expanding with a new chapter opening in Sydney’s south, taunting NSW police that the club is growing.

Mohammad ”Mick” Hijazi, who recently completed parole after being convicted and jailed after a Police Integrity Commission inquiry into corrupt police robbing drug dealers, is commander of the South chapter.

Mr Hijazi is now one of Australia’s highest-ranking Comanchero club members and touted as a potential national president, with two past presidents in jail and another having fled the country.

Mr Hijazi confirmed a Comanchero clubhouse had been set up in the southern Sydney suburb of Turella for the 40 South chapter members. ”We’re expanding, don’t believe what the cops tell you,” he said. ”Everyone wants to be a ‘Como’.”

But it is not just in Sydney that the Australia-wide, 200-strong Comanchero motorcycle club is growing. Residents in Tea Gardens on the mid-north coast are trying to block a Comanchero clubhouse opening in an industrial estate there.
Acting police commander of the Gangs Squad, Gavin Wood, who would not comment on individual Comanchero members or chapters, said police were assessing ”historical and contemporary intelligence” about the South group.

”We believe that rather than a new club and chapter, it is the case that it is a restructure within the club itself,” he said. ”This process has seen the establishment of core regions within the group.”
Last Sunday Comanchero from several NSW chapters joined the new chapter to ride from Liverpool to Brighton-le-Sands, where they made their presence felt at a pizza restaurant. ”This is our area,” Mr Hijazi said when approached by local media. ”Always has been and now we have a chapter for it.”

Mr Hijazi would not comment on whether the new chapter was the result of an internal rift after the death of 23-year-old Comanchero Faalau Pisu, shot twice in the head at a fellow member’s wedding reception last November. ”I don’t talk about club business,” he said.

Last December, national president Mark Buddle, 28, was arrested in Queensland and flown back to NSW to face breach of bail charges related to a series of assaults. Buddle disappeared shortly after his cousin and fellow Comanchero John Devine, 28, was shot on a street in Rhodes two days after Pisu’s murder.

Mr Devine survived the attempt on his life and has refused to help police with their investigation.
Local media claim turmoil within the club deepened after the Pisu murder. Buddle, whose leadership had been a source of club angst, took the top spot after Daux Hohepa Ngakuru fled Australia in 2010.
Former national president Mahmoud ”Mick” Hawi was sentenced last year to at least 21 years in jail for the murder of Peter Zervas’ brother and Hells Angels associate Anthony in the infamous Sydney Airport brawl of 2009.

WAIT THERE’S MORE FROM AUSTRALIA–NSW police arrest eight during blitz.

Members of the Comanchero motorcycle club and Brothers For Life street gang were among 13 people warned for consorting in a weekend police blitz in the Australian state of New South Wales.
A further eight people were arrested in the Sydney-wide blitz said to be aimed at preventing shootings.
A large ensemble of police units including officers from the Middle Eastern organised crime squad, the dog unit, Polair and the riot squad searched more than 180 people, 70 vehicles and conducted 500 random breath tests.

Several charges were laid including affray, drug possession, drink-driving, not securing ammunition and revocation of parole, police said.

“We are out there putting police into the right areas and targeting the right people, and it’s making significant inroads into disrupting criminal activity,” Detective Chief Superintendent Mal Lanyon said.
“We will also continue to target criminal associations by exercising our police powers under consorting legislation.”

NEW TRAFFIC LAW REMINDER – 2010, If a patrol car is pulled over to the side of the road, you have to change to the next lane (away from the stopped vehicle) OR slow down to at least 20 mph under the posted speed limit. Every state except Hawaii and Maryland and the D.C. has this law. In California , the Move-over law became operative on January 1, 2010

..http://www.moveoveramerica.com/?

A friend’s son got a ticket for this recently. A police car (turned out it was two police cars) was on the side of the road giving a ticket to someone else. He slowed down to pass but did not move into the other lane. The second police car immediately pulled him over and gave him a ticket. He had never heard of the law.

It is a fairly new law that states if any emergency vehicle is on the side of the road, if you are able, you are to move into the far lane. The cost of the ticket was $754, with three points on his license and a mandatory court appearance. Please let every-one you know who drives about this new law. It is true (see details at the following web addresses).

This same law applies to tow trucks and medical emergency vehicles like ambulances on the side of the road.

http://www.moveoveramerica.com/ 

California: More Anti-Gun Bills to be Heard in Sacramento This Week–The state Senate Appropriations Committee is not the only committee hearing anti-gun bills this week.

On the House Floor on Monday:

Assembly Bill 169 (Dickinson) is expected to be voted on in the state Assembly on Monday. AB 169 BANS the sale of handguns not on the state-approved roster. The proponents of AB 169 are pushing this bill as an answer to California’s crime problem. This legislation, however, would have no impact on violent criminals or gun violence. Instead, AB 169 would prohibit the transfer of millions of lawfully-owned handguns and jeopardize the continued ownership of these constitutionally-protected firearms. Please call AND e-mail your state Assemblyman today urging him or her to OPPOSE AB 169. Contact information and help identifying your state Assembly Member can be found here.

In the state Assembly Appropriations Committee on Wednesday, May 1:

Assembly Bill 231(Ting) expands the law for Criminal Storage of Firearms and child access. Another bill that will do nothing to reduce California’s violent crime problem and only turn law-abiding gun owners into criminals whether or not anything harmful actually happens, and regardless of whether there was any misconduct on the part of the gun owner. Ultimately, AB 231 is an ill-conceived proposal that places drastic and unprecedented liability on those who choose to exercise their fundamental rights to keep and bear arms.

We MUST continue to fight.

You can write your representative here urging them to OPPOSE the anti-gun bills listed above. Please feel free to also copy and paste all the bill information to ensure your state legislators know which bills to OPPOSE.

You can also send a letter to all elected officials in California here. Please feel free to copy and paste all the bill information above to ensure the elected officials of California know which bills to OPPOSE.

You can also find information about anti-gun and pro-gun legislation in California at www.calnra.com.

Help NRA Get Californians Connected With NRA’s California Resources

Websites:
NRA-ILA, NRA-ILA California, NRA – ILA Legal Update, CalNRA.com, CRPA.org, CalGunLaws.com, HuntforTruth.org

SIERRA RAIN SUIT FROM BIKER’S CHOICE–
HIGH AND DRY. ‘Gotta have it’ gear. This waterproof, UV-resilient shell has built in stuff sacks, with fully taped seams.

The jacket contains internal and external pockets, and elasticized hook-and-loop adjustable cuffs. The pants feature half-leg ankle zips for easy on and off, a cargo pocket, and elasticized waistband.

The suit makes you highly visible to others on the road on those dark, rainy days.

MSRP: JACKET: $119.95
PANTS: $99.95

Visit www.firstgear-usa.com for more information

REALITIES RIDE Attempting To Set New World Record!–Fort Collins, CO: Realities For Children Charities, a Larimer County Colorado non-profit serving children who have been abused or neglected and the organization behind the annual ‘Realities Ride & Rally’ has been approved by the Guinness Book of World Records to make a title attempt for the ‘World’s Largest Motorcycle Poker Run’. The Realities Ride & Rally annually admits thousands of participants and draws crowds of over 15,000 people during the course of the two day weekend.

Craig Secher, President of Realities For Children and the creator of Realities Ride & Rally states, ” We are honored to be approved to attempt to set a new world record, however Guinness World Records are very detailed and strict in their records so the challenge is in accurately tracking every rider, at every stop and in getting every participant to stay the course and complete the entire run with us to be counted as part of shattering the previous world record. We are asking the entire motorcycle community to show up in force to help us not only set a new world record, but to show the entire world that in Northern Colorado we are serious about our commitment to providing for abused and at-risk children in need.”

No matter who you are, or what kind of motorcycle you ride your participation in this year’s Realities Ride will directly support abused and neglected children locally and may be part of making history in setting a New World Record. Everyone interested in helping Realities For Children reach these goals is asked to not only register themselves but help spread the word to everyone they know who rides to register today for the 12th Annual Realities Ride & Rally.

Realities For Children Charities works year round to provide for children in need, however this is when the riding community comes together to give these children a voice that cannot be ignored. Secher goes on to say “We’re excited about setting a new world record, but ultimately, this is for the kids.” Over the last 12 years, Realities Ride & Rally has become a Memorial Day tradition for motorcycle enthusiasts, and music lovers in Colorado.

To get more information or to register for The Ride and the world record title attempt, please visit www.RealitiesRide.com.
Realities For Children Charities is a 501c3 non-profit organization and can be reached for comment at 970-484-9090

BIKERNET INTERNATIONAL EDITOR CELEBRATES–My birthday lunch today Apr 26..

Tilted Kilt – Long Beach

–Art Hall
Magnificent Photographer for QuickThrottle Magazine
Bikernet Supreme International Editor

BIKERNET BAD JOKE LIBRARY NOW OPEN–He was in ecstasy, with a huge smile on his face, as his wife moved forwards, then backwards, forward, then backwards again ……. back and forth ….. back and forth ….. in and out ….. in and out.

She could feel the sweat on her forehead and between her breasts, and trickling down the small of her back, she was getting near to the end.

Her heart was pounding … her face was flushed … then she moaned, softly at first, then began to groan louder.

Finally, totally exhausted, she let out an almighty scream and shouted,

“OK, OK! I can’t park the fucking car! You do it, you SMUG bastard!
–from Jim Waggaman

JOIN US FOR OUR HOETOWN AUCTION–
Over 75 Antique and Special Interest Motorcycles, many all original with low miles for auction!

Held INDOORS with Free parking and Free admission.

Doors Open to the Public
Saturday, April 27 at 8:30am
Auction begins at 11:00am

Interested in a Motorcycle but unable to
attend the Auction?

Don’t Worry!

Simply Fill out the Absentee Bidder Form,
and you can bid on the motorcycle of your dreams!

A perfect example: A ten year restoration to build a Deluxe UL model using almost entirely OEM parts. Freshly rebuilt motor and transmission. Features NOS factory wiring harness, grips, and two-year kick pedal.

By 1940 the venerable flathead UL model engine had been thoroughly sorted out by Harley- Davidson engineers, making it one of the most reliable models of its time. But taking leads from the new overhead valve Model E and EL, the engineers adapted a dry sump lubrication system and four-speed transmission to the flathead model, reining it even more in the process.
Please Note: These are only some of the motorcycles for auction. Check our website for more pictures and descriptions!
www.MidAmericaAuctions.com

BIKERNET HOUSEHOLD TECH FOR SUNDAY–My wife said “Fix that gutter downspout TODAY!”
So I invited the boys over.
One brought his welding machine, one brought a pipe cutter the others brought beer.

Took us about 4 hours, mostly for the beer, but we got the downspout fixed.

Wife is still speechless…
I am certain not for much longer though.

–Gary, Kustoms Inc.

BIKERNET UNIVERSITY FACT FINDING MISSION–Men can read smaller print than women can; women can hear better. 

Coca-Cola was originally green

It is impossible to lick your elbow. 

The State with the ?highest percentage of people who walk to work: Alaska 

–from William Di Salvo Sr.

RACER GLOVES LAUNCHES LIMES–
Top-Shelf Protection And Superior Fit At An Affordable Price

Racer Gloves USA introduces the new Limes glove to its spring/summer line. Designed around the concept of “Engineered Skin” these gloves combine premium materials, hard shell protection, venting and an affordable price point into the best fitting glove on the market… guaranteed!

Already well known in the European market and having established a cult-like following within the Northern California motorcycling community, Racer Gloves is now looking to share the wealth with riders throughout the U.S. and Canada. Former roadracer and industry veteran, company founder Lee Block understands the need for top quality protection at an affordable price first hand. Pronounced “Lee-mas”, the new Limes glove is a value-priced sport glove that combines cowhide and goatskin construction with other performance features.

“This glove is for a variety of riders who appreciate hard shell knuckle protection, in a vented chassis” notes Block. “Since it’s a warm weather glove, the perforated fingers, cuff and a TPU air vent provide plenty of airflow for those hot days.” Riders will appreciate the price point and more importantly, the fit of the glove. “We call it ‘Engineered Skin’ since it fits that well,” claims Block.

In fact, Racer Gloves USA is so confident of this that they guarantee these will be the best fitting gloves you have ever tried or your money back. See the new website for details of the guarantee as well as Racer USA’s free shipping policy. “This is a great fitting glove at a great price,” concludes Block.

– Available in Black or White/Black
– Sizes S-3XL
– Retail Price – $139.99

For more information, please visit www.racerglovesusa.com/limes-glove/

The Racer brand is #1 in Austria and is a leading brand throughout Europe. Media inquiries can be e-mailed to: hello@racerglovesusa.com or call (408) 852-0700.

–from Robin Hartfiel

THUNDERMAX HEADS FOR THUNDER BEACH, NATCH–ThunderMax will be located at
Frank Brown Park for the 2013 Thunder Beach Motorcycle Rally on May 1st through 4th 9am to 6 pm.

The ThunderMax Team Looks Forward to Seeing You There! Check the Zippers web site for more info.

BIKERNET’S TATTOO TV SEASON ANNOUNCEMENT–“Best Ink” is casting tattoo artists for the next season of the show. I understand you cover motorcycles, but since there is so much carryover in biker culture and the tattoo world, I thought you might be interested in sharing this with your readers.

Season 3 of “Best Ink” is casting tattoo artists who are true creatives in the field. Past seasons of the show have featured self-taught portrait artists, strong and competitive women fighting for recognition in a male-dominated field and vibrant rule-breakers who learned the art as a way of escape. The series follows a group of artists competing for a chance at reality show fame, plus the grand prize of $100,000 and a cover story in a tattoo magazine. To apply online, please visit: http://www.bmpcasting.com:16080/casting/bi2/.

This year, casting producers for “Best Ink” are also visiting select cities around the country, looking for innovative and entertaining cast members:
· May 1: Tampa, FL and Richmond, VA
· May 2: Los Angeles, CA
· May 4: Philadelphia, PA
· May 8: Portland, OR
· May 11: Boston, MA
· May 15: New Orleans, LA

–Courtney Smith

Fax: 323 939 7211
Email: csmith@mprm.com
www.mprm.com

NEWS FROM THE BIKERNET HOMETOWN–I Heart Wilmington Celebrates First Anniversary–A year ago, I Heart Wilmington was created in response to the large number of homicides in the community. Today, it is a thriving organization of community members committed to making Wilmington a safe and prosperous place to live.

“Thank you Ely Fournier and all of the community organizers at SBCC for their leadership and supportive role in ensuring the residents of Wilmington continue to coordinate efforts that will bring peace and joy to their lives,” said Councilman Buscaino.

Bloomberg Says Interpretation of Constitution Has to Change–According to New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg, the recent terror bombings in Boston require a new interpretation of the Constitution to give the government greater power to protect citizens.

“The people who are worried about privacy have a legitimate worry,” Bloomberg said during a recent press conference. “But we live in a complex world where you’re going to have to have a level of security greater than you did back in the olden days, if you will. And our laws and our interpretation of the Constitution, I think, have to change.”

According to a Breitbart.com article, the anti-gun Bloomberg claims that recent attacks on the Second Amendment have left him confident that such re-interpretation is possible.

“The Supreme Court has recognized that you have to have different interpretations of the Second Amendment and what it applies to and reasonable gun laws,” Bloomberg said. He employs the tactic of incrementally “lowering the bar” by suggesting that Americans should be willing to give up a degree of freedom in exchange for a degree of security.

“It really says something bad about us that we have to do it. But our obligation first and foremost is to keep our kids safe in the schools; first and foremost, to keep you safe if you go to a sporting event; first and foremost is to keep you safe if you walk down the streets or go into our parks,” he said. “We cannot let the terrorists put us in a situation where we can’t do those things. And the ways to do that is to provide what we think is an appropriate level of protection.”

Bloomberg would do well to remember what Benjamin Franklin had to say on the subject back in 1775: “Those who would give up essential liberty, to purchase a little temporary safety, deserve neither liberty nor safety.”

THIS JUST IN, New Bikernet Reader Comment!–
HIT THE ROAD THURSDAY NEWS FOR APRIL 25TH, 2013

http://www.bikernet.com/pages/story_detail.aspx?id=11024

Let me see if I have this straight; a meet and greet with an actor who PRETENDS to be a biker and you have to pay for an autograph, for whatever the fucking reason is that you’d need that. I wonder how many RPMs Wino Willy is doing in his grave right now.

–One Eye
jbriffa@cogeco.ca
Windsor, ON, Canada

BIKERNET SECURITY ALERT–$3,000,000.00
REWARD FOR INFORMATION LEADING TO THE CAPTURE, TRIAL AND EXTERMATION OF THE BLACK SWAN.

Or he wants to sell this knife…

–Dom
servdlin@aol.com

SO, WHAT THE HELL?—I wish I knew what to do. Sin Wu ran off with another guy, but she persists on returning with promises to help out, which constantly don’t come true. I need to hire a new bookkeeper and stop the inconsistency. Damn, it would be a relief to have some level of security return to the fold.

Ah, but what the hell. Something will surface. In the meantime we will post the next Panhead restoration article, tomorrow. So far the Tail Gunner has been a lucky mechanic. We have a terrific safety report from ABATE of Michigan, and our Wire Plus wiring loom tech from Kustoms Inc. in Grand Ledge, Michigan is coming.

No shit, I started working on the next Cantina Episode. You’re going to relate to this one. Dr. Feng Shui told me humbly that I need a woman who was born in the year of the Dragon or Monkey. Hang on.

I’m already receiving reports from the desert near Amboy, and the too-broke for Laughlin run. Hang on for updated this week.

Ride Forever,

–Bandit

Hey,

I’m out of sync today. Ray returned from the desert, Marilyn, the editor of IronWorks is on her way back from the Hamster run in Paso Robles. Illusions is having a grand open house, and it’s K.O.’s Birthday.

Jules and Gary, of Kustoms Inc. would like to be partying with the best of them. Instead they are working on Wire Plus wiring tech for Bikernet. What could be more fun…

Yesterday, a package arrived in the mail. No company name adorned the coffee brown cover. When I opened it, I discovered a mysterious manuscript. I’ll let you know what I find out.

Yesterday, I rode the Mudflap girl to the Korean Bell overlooking the mighty Pacific. I said a prayer for my first wife, who is dying of cancer. The
Bell has become a quiet place to reflect on the future. I need to start the next Chance Hogan book, and it’s haunting me. Let’s hit the Post:

BIKERNET UNIVERSITY ENGLISH DEPARTMENT SLACKERS SEXUAL ADDICTS WEEKEND VOCABULARY LESSON–gander GAN-der, noun:

Each Sunday in the summer and fall of 1927, Queens Village neighbors complained about the stream of motorists cruising by the Snyder residence, seeking a gander at Lorraine or her grandmother, some even installing themselves on the lawn with box lunches until police were called in.

Even though he isn’t usually impressed by television stars or recording artists, Kansas Citians rarely see celebrities, so Cicero takes a moment to gander at the rare sight.

Gander came to English from the Proto-Indo-European word for “goose” or perhaps another type of water bird. The first noun sense of gander, used as early as the year 1000, meant “a male goose,” and later senses related metaphorically to the movement of a goose. While the verb form of gander meaning “to look” entered English in late 1600s, the noun form meaning “a look” didn’t enter English until the early 1900s.

CALIFORNIA VAGINA SAILORS–
Oddly named Venice yacht club… beautiful pix on the site… Welcome to California Vagina Sailors Yacht Club. Sailing Lessons, Nautical Apparel, & Yacht Parties.

Founded in 1976, California Vagina Sailors Yacht Club is based in Marina del Rey, California. Offering Nautical Apparel, Infamous Soundtracks, and Exclusive Yacht Parties for the Sailor in all of us.

MESH TEX GLOVES FROM BIKER’S CHOICE–
Mesh Tex gloves feature full leather palm and fingers for durability. With box-finger construction and stretch sides for a flexible, natural fit.

Articulated fingers provide a more instinctive fit when riding and
hard knuckle guards allow for optimum protection. Comes with a 2-year limited warranty.

$49.95

Visit www.firstgear-usa.com for more information

QUICK BIKERNET READER COMMENT–
Zippers Twin Cam Install.

http://www.bikernet.com/pages/ZIPPERS_RED_SHIFT_HS525_CAM_INSTALL.aspx

Good article. Just enough info to get the avg. garage mech. into some trouble. A couple missed steps could be costly to the un-informed.

–Frederick Zielsdorf
z4fm58@gmail.com
Camarillo, CA

I think everyone by now knows they have to let lifters bleed down. Since we used stock pushrods and not adjustable the lifters had plenty of time to bleed while we put the rocker box together. It might be worth a mention, but if whoever is doing the job does not know that they should not be doing it.

DUH, refilling the gear case and cam plate with oil. There was already oil in the oil tank. May want to top it off, but plenty in there to run engine. We did lube all the parts with Assembly Lube and you do Not Fill the Camplate it is a part. Though not necessary you could add some oil to the cam case cavity, but why?

Chain Tensioner wear I think was about normal and definitely Not Caused by my brand of oil.

We always say Read The Enclosed Instructions and suggest they also have a shop manual for the bike they are working on.

–Rogue

Rogue,
My comment was not critical. I was happy to see that you didn’t go into detail on everything done in the assembly. Just a couple things like, checking pinion run-out, and making sure the lifters are fully bled down before turning the engine over, refilling the gear case and cam plate with oil.

Oh, and by the way, if my chain tensioners were that worn, at that mileage, I’d be changihg my Brand of oil. I’ve seen them look newer from stock Harley 20/50.

–Frederick

WIN TICKETS TO THE H-D 110th Anniversary–This year marks Harley’s 110th year of doing business. By all accounts, this party they’re planning may be bigger than the 100th Anniversary. Certainly, the entertainment venue is already better with Toby Keith, Aerosmith and Kid Rock as headliners.

There are already celebrations taking place in Europe and Asia celebrating the 110th. This June, the party continues in Sao Paulo, Brazil and Rome, Italy. All of the world-wide events lead to Milwaukee at the end of August. Hupy and Abraham, S.C. is sponsoring the Milwaukee Rally, which coincides with the huge 110th Anniversary. The Milwaukee Rally is put on by the four Metro-Milwaukee Harley-Davidson dealerships.

Since our firm has been an annual sponsor of the Milwaukee Rally, we thought it would be cool to offer something for the 110th Anniversary also. So, starting in May and continuing in June, July and up to August 15th, we are giving away three pairs of tickets per month to the 110th celebration.

These 24 tickets will get the lucky winners into the Summerfest grounds August 29-31st for all the activities, displays and entertainment (the headliner acts at the Marcus Amphitheater require purchase of additional tickets). Click on the Harley-Davidson link in the sidebar for more information and the entertainment line up at the Summerfest grounds.

If the winner is a H.O.G. member, it will also allow entry on the grounds August 29th for the special H.O. G. 30th Anniversary party.

Included in the ticket package is a map of historic Harley-Davidson sites, a link to a free event app for your Smart Phone, a photo frame holder, commemorative laminated ticket and lanyard, limited edition poker chip and guitar pick and more.

SPECIAL JIMS WEEKEND TOOL ANNOUNCEMENT– Tappet Adjustment Tool

JIMS, a premier manufacturer of performance parts and specialty tools for use on Harley-Davidson, has just released the new Tappet Adjustment Tool.

Designed and submitted by Hiro Koiso, a hands-on technician and JIMS sponsored Bonneville record holder in numerous classes; this patent pending hand tool simplifies the way to verify proper tappet adjustment.

After adjusting the tappet, simply insert the tip of this tool under the hydraulic unit retaining clip, above the pushrod seat. Similar to a “Go No-Go Gauge”, if the tip doesn’t fit between the clip and the pushrod seat OR if there is up and down end play, the tappet is out of adjustment.

Only when the tip fits nicely with no end play is the tappet properly adjusted. The Tappet Adjustment Tool is now ready and available with an MSRP of $26.40. For more information, please visit us at www.jimsusa.com, find us on Facebook, or call our knowledgeable representatives at (805) 482-6913.

THIS JUST IN, New Bikernet Reader Comment!–
Departure Bike Works Turns 35

http://www.bikernet.com/pages/story_detail.aspx?id=8179

I thought it was a great article and touching as well. I agree with the passion they have for motorcycles, because I have done business with DBW on many occasions.

I will also say that Brenda and Lee will give you any info on anything without any pressure to buy. DBW is a pleasure to do business with unlike a lot of my experience with H-D stores in the area.

I hope DBW stays around as long as I do .

–Mike Brooks
smbhertage@hotmail.com
North Chesterfield, VA

WEEKEND DREW NEWS–I thought you might enjoy seeing an old publication I am preparing to sell (ebay), to help fund our upcoming time in Utah.

I love the cover “Harley-Davidson laps the field at Daytona.”

Cal Rayborn sure knew how to get those flathead KRTT’s to scream!

–Drew
DREW GATEWOOD
AMA/F.I.M. Technical Steward

GEARS – Gatewood Engineering And Race Support
P.O. Box 2568
Chesterton, IN.
tele/fax: 219-926-5647
email: gears55@frontier.com
www.gearswebsite.com

COUNTRY SINGER PASSES–
Our flags need to be flyin’ at half-mast! It’s cryin’ time – the greatest
*true country* singer of all time passed away this morning in Nashville,
Tennessee – U.S.A.

…but the weather’s good in southern California:

–Ride Free Forever,

–Andreas

JUSTIFIED SHOOTING GUN NUT REPORT–Montco DA: Cheltenham college student appears justified in fatally shooting intruder.

By Margaret Gibbons Staff writer

The fatal shooting of a home intruder last Friday in Cheltenham appears to have been justifiable, according to Montgomery County District Attorney Risa Vetri Ferman.

The 20-year-old Lynnewood Gardens apartment resident, who used an AR-15 semi-automatic rifle to shoot the intruder, was in fear of his life and the lives of others in the apartment, said Ferman.

“You have a man who defended himself inside his home, as the law would generally permit, and exercised extreme restraint by firing only one shot in shooting someone who was unlawfully in his home,” said Ferman.

Ferman said Wednesday she was not yet prepared to issue an “official” ruling because the investigation is ongoing and authorities are waiting for the toxicology reports on the person who was killed.

“But this certainly has the appearance of what would be justified under the law,” Ferman added.
Authorities have identified the intruder as Jasper Brisbon, 32, of Washington Lane, in the same apartment complex. Brisbon died from a single gunshot to the torso, according to the autopsy report.

The shooting occurred at about 11:15 p.m. on April 19.

The 20-year-old man, who is a college student, and his girlfriend were outside the student’s Massey Way apartment “minding their own business” when Brisbon, whom the couple did not know, came toward them “in a very menacing fashion,” according to Ferman.

The couple became uncomfortable when Brisbon, who allegedly was incoherent and appeared to be high, stared at them for several minutes, according to authorities.

They decided to go inside the student’s apartment but, as they entered, “this interloper followed them inside the residence,” and was between the student and the woman, according to authorities.
The student, whose name authorities would not disclose, went into his bedroom, coming out with the AK-15 rifle he had purchased last year for self-protection, said Ferman.

The man confronted Brisbon, who allegedly “came at” him, causing him to fear for his life and the lives of others in the apartment, according to authorities. That is when he fired a single shot from his weapon, authorities said.

The man called police, who found Brisbon on the living room floor of the apartment. Brisbon, whom authorities said was not armed, was transported to Abington Memorial Hospital where he was pronounced dead.

–PhillyBurbs.com

–from Agent Zebra

BIKERNET CORRESPONDENT IN INDIA KICKS OF A PRODUCT COMPLAINT BLOG–A few of the guys at the local community wanted an online platform to bookmark and register complaints about purchases and traders.

I suggested them a few ideas and the below website is the result. http://www.governatorr.com/

We solicit suggestions and advice.

Currently we are open to logging and blogging American, European and Asian consumer complaints to generate awareness.

What is GovernaTorr forum?
http://www.governatorr.com/

Govern (verb) = Bring into conformity with rules, principles or usage; impose regulations
Torr (noun) = A unit of pressure equal to 0.001316 atmosphere or a millimeter of mercury

GovernaTorr is a Consumer Forum that enables all buyers to report trading practices of shops and websites. Consumer complaints can be posted here for benefit of other buyers. Caveat Emptor. Users are responsible for the text of their complaints and we are not responsible for resolution or mistakes in your complaint.

Be aware. Spread awareness.

–UD

INTERNAL COMBUSTION ENGINE FUTURE DEVELOPMENTS–Some of you may be aware, but for others, this is glimpsing the future. . .

As went the flathead, so goes the camshaft, in deference to stupendous, accurate control.
Still, all parochial to me when I muse about the potential of magnetism. Time, duration unknown, will deliver.

It is no longer speed that costs money, but efficiency.

Speedy Regards,

“LandSpeed” Louise Ann Noeth

ALWAYS VOTE FOR FREEDOM–Over the weekend, we came four votes away from the United States Senate giving our Constitutional rights over to the United Nations. In a 53-46 vote, the senate narrowly passed a measure that will stop the United States from entering into the United Nations Arms Trade Treaty.

The Statement of Purpose from the bill read:
To uphold Second Amendment rights and prevent the United States from entering into the United Nations Arms Trade Treaty.

The U.N. Small Arms Treaty, which has been championed by the Obama Administration, would have effectively placed a global ban on the import and export of small firearms. The ban would have affected all private gun owners in the U.S. , and had language that would have implemented an international gun registry on all private guns and ammo.
Astonishingly, 46 of our United States Senators were willing to give away our Constitutional rights to a foreign power.

Here are the 46 senators that voted to give your rights to the U.N.

Baldwin (D-WI)?Baucus (D-MT)?Bennet (D-CO)?Blumenthal (D-CT)?Boxer (D-CA)?Brown (D-OH)?Cantwell (D-WA)?Cardin (D-MD)?Carper (D-DE)?Casey (D-PA)?Coons (D-DE)?Cowan (D-MA)?Durbin (D-IL)?Feinstein (D-CA)?Franken (D-MN)?Gillibrand (D-NY) Harkin (D-IA)?Hirono (D-HI)?Johnson (D-SD)?Kaine (D-VA)?King (I-ME)?Klobuchar (D-MN)?Landrieu (D-LA)?Leahy (D-VT)?Levin (D-MI)?McCaskill (D-MO)?Menendez (D-NJ)?Merkley (D-OR)?Mikulski (D-MD)?Murphy (D-CT)?Murray (D-WA)
Nelson (D-FL) Reed (D-RI)?Reid (D-NV)?Rockefeller (D-WV)?Sanders (I-VT)?Schatz (D-HI)?Schumer (D-NY)?Shaheen (D-NH)?Stabenow (D-MI)?Udall (D-CO)?Udall (D-NM)?Warner (D-VA)?Warren (D-MA)?Whitehouse (D-RI)?Wyden (D-OR)

Hello All, here is the list of all the TRAITORS in the U. S. Senate-Thank God there was none listed for OK, AR, TX

–from Joe Teresi

BIKERNET 5-Ball RACING WHEELER REPORT–

Adrenaline List:

*2nd Grand Child, It’s A Boy, Leon Gerald Wheeler, arrival, early June
*Texas Mile* …..212 mph…..VALERIE THOMPSON ….212 mph ….www.texasmile.net
*N H R A * ..Motorcycle…April 19-20-21….Charlotte, N C … April 26-7-28…Houston, Texas..
*Ohio Mile 2013* *April 27-28 (IN THE RECORD BOOKS) June 8-9 July 6-7 Sept. 28-29 ….www.ecta-lsr.com
*El Mirage 2013* *May 18-19, June 9, July 14, Sept. 15, Oct. 20, Nov. 9-10.. www.scta.org
*Loring Maine* The Maine Event July 12-14 ….www.lta-lsr.com
*Bonneville, SCTA* *104 Days….August 10-16, 2013* ….www.scta-bni.org
*BUB Speed Trials* *113 Days…. *August 24-29, 2013* ….www.speedtrialsbybub.com
*Mojave Mile* October, 12-13 ….www.mojavemile.com

The Ohio Mile kicked off this weekend in Wilmington while some of us ended up in Laughlin, Nevada, at The 31st Annual River Run. Times will post in a week or so for the mile event.

Blasted out of the Bikernet headquarters last Wed. night just before midnight with almost everything needed to set up in Laughlin for the 31st Annual event. Arrived in Laughlin safely about 6:30 am Thursday, gassed up in an empty station, zero waiting. He who waits until Saturday or Sunday for fuel to haul ass out of the windy desert might wait in monster lines, hot, and nasty.

Pitched a tent early Thursday on the tarmac in front of the Pioneer Hotel and gambling Hall next to Matt Hotch and Metalsport Wheels while representing Lyndall Racing Rotors next door. Mr. Paul Kittrell, the driving force behind the 15-year young family operated business arrived Friday with the pop-up canopy and the latest information tri-folds. The crowd seemed to arrive in waves, mid morning most are snoozin’ in their air conditioned $150.00-a-night or more room, normally $25.00 a night or much less.

Might be in the air-conditioned casinos spending their kids inheritance and havin’ the time of their lives. Most rode across country and arrived in one piece safe and sound. Seems like a fine reason to relax for a few days, check out the latest hottest products and smell the fumes. The crowd moseys by early morning in the cooler air, take a ride, or hit the casino. Then the action warms up early in the evening until closing. Temp Sunday morning at 2:13 am in Laughlin was 75 perfect riding degrees, Sunday high 102.

Saturday morning just after a coffee and vitamins we set up for the day and the wind kicked up big time, all flags were horizontal and the tent was not happy. We removed the canopy and ask the Harley gods for less wind, but no. Mid afternoon we called it a successful venture, packed and hauled ass westward against the wind. Semi trucks were in the ditch on both sides of the freeway on the way home.

Arrived Long Beach just in time to have dinner with Dr. Willie then shoot a couple images of our 5-Ball Racing Team project. Our local Dr. Willie is on the job from sun up until late evening solving last minute details and ironing out the rough spots. As of this evening we have working tail light/brake light//turn signal combination securely mounted in the tail section with two plugs for easy removal.

It’s late somewhere and my ass was draggin’.

This week Dr. Willie is modifying the baffle to fit the early bagger style oil pan while we await a phone call from Race Tech Suspension in Corona for an axel to axel suspension tune-up and alignment destined for the Bonneville salt flats in August of 2013.

Thanks….With one helleva lot of help from my family and Industry friends….Thanks, Thanks, Thanks.

We’re on track for a stellar year on the street and on the Bonneville Salt Flats.

3 Ex-Wives, My 3 Sons, Aerocharger, All Balls Racing, Kent Rich, Dutch and the Crew@Air Tech Streamlining, Arai Helmets, Keith Ball and the Crew@Bikernet, Bikers Choice, Brad Beach@Beach Racing ,Cometic Gaskets, Dan Thayer@vtwinfuelinjection, Allen Alvarez@Daytona Twin Tech, ERC Race Gas, George The Wild Brush, ET Krankvents (Thanks Ted Shrode, Ph.D—- R. I. P.), Fisher Harmonic Damper, Dan Stern@House of Thunder H-D, Horsepower Inc., Ron Williams, Jeff, Kevin@Hardtailz, Randy Torgeson, Michelle and the Crew@Hyperformance, Jim’s Machine USA, K&N Air Cleaner, Paul Kittrell@Lyndall Racing Brakes, Marc Susman@Colorado Custom Cycle Wheels, Juan, Colorado Custom Cycle Wheels, Ray Whitehead@Pegasus, Pingel, Jim @Sharp Eye Transmission, Reggie and Crew@R&R Cycle, Ben Kudon@Rivera Primo, Matthew Wiley@Race Tech Suspension, Rick Tedder@ R/T Performance, Schnitz Racing, Mr. McCahill@Spyke, S&S Cycle, Matthew Negherbon@Thunder Motorcycles in San Jose, Guy Caputo@Tiger Racing, Steve The Turbo Doc, Tsubaki Chains, Vanderbeck Race Cars, Vanson Leathers, Dr. Willie, World Wide Bearings, Duncan Keller, Yankee Engineuity in San Jose, Ca..

Haul Ass!
Ride for your Life!
Ray C Wheeler
Performance Editor
wheeler@bikernet.com

THE MOTORCYCLE MANTRA WORD OF THE DAY–
stark stahrk, adjective:

His office was stark in comparison to Valek’s and lacked personal decorations. The only object in the room that did not have a specific purpose was a hand-size statue of a black snow cat.

I thought of how clouds sometimes race across the sunlit canyons formed by the steep sides of skyscrapers, so that the stark divisions of dark and light are shot through with passing light and dark.

From the Proto-Indo-European root ster- meaning “stiff” or “rigid,” stark entered English around the year 1000. It shares its root with the word stare.

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AUSTRALIAN MC Club opens new Sydney chapter– The Comanchero motorcycle club,is expanding with a new chapter opening in Sydney’s south, taunting NSW police that the club is growing.

Mohammad ”Mick” Hijazi, who recently completed parole after being convicted and jailed after a Police Integrity Commission inquiry into corrupt police robbing drug dealers, is commander of the South chapter.

Mr Hijazi is now one of Australia’s highest-ranking Comanchero club members and touted as a potential national president, with two past presidents in jail and another having fled the country.

Mr Hijazi confirmed a Comanchero clubhouse had been set up in the southern Sydney suburb of Turella for the 40 South chapter members. ”We’re expanding, don’t believe what the cops tell you,” he said. ”Everyone wants to be a ‘Como’.”

But it is not just in Sydney that the Australia-wide, 200-strong Comanchero motorcycle club is growing. Residents in Tea Gardens on the mid-north coast are trying to block a Comanchero clubhouse opening in an industrial estate there.
Acting police commander of the Gangs Squad, Gavin Wood, who would not comment on individual Comanchero members or chapters, said police were assessing ”historical and contemporary intelligence” about the South group.

”We believe that rather than a new club and chapter, it is the case that it is a restructure within the club itself,” he said. ”This process has seen the establishment of core regions within the group.”
Last Sunday Comanchero from several NSW chapters joined the new chapter to ride from Liverpool to Brighton-le-Sands, where they made their presence felt at a pizza restaurant. ”This is our area,” Mr Hijazi said when approached by local media. ”Always has been and now we have a chapter for it.”

Mr Hijazi would not comment on whether the new chapter was the result of an internal rift after the death of 23-year-old Comanchero Faalau Pisu, shot twice in the head at a fellow member’s wedding reception last November. ”I don’t talk about club business,” he said.

Last December, national president Mark Buddle, 28, was arrested in Queensland and flown back to NSW to face breach of bail charges related to a series of assaults. Buddle disappeared shortly after his cousin and fellow Comanchero John Devine, 28, was shot on a street in Rhodes two days after Pisu’s murder.

Mr Devine survived the attempt on his life and has refused to help police with their investigation.
Local media claim turmoil within the club deepened after the Pisu murder. Buddle, whose leadership had been a source of club angst, took the top spot after Daux Hohepa Ngakuru fled Australia in 2010.
Former national president Mahmoud ”Mick” Hawi was sentenced last year to at least 21 years in jail for the murder of Peter Zervas’ brother and Hells Angels associate Anthony in the infamous Sydney Airport brawl of 2009.

WAIT THERE’S MORE FROM AUSTRALIA–NSW police arrest eight during blitz.

Members of the Comanchero motorcycle club and Brothers For Life street gang were among 13 people warned for consorting in a weekend police blitz in the Australian state of New South Wales.
A further eight people were arrested in the Sydney-wide blitz said to be aimed at preventing shootings.
A large ensemble of police units including officers from the Middle Eastern organised crime squad, the dog unit, Polair and the riot squad searched more than 180 people, 70 vehicles and conducted 500 random breath tests.

Several charges were laid including affray, drug possession, drink-driving, not securing ammunition and revocation of parole, police said.

“We are out there putting police into the right areas and targeting the right people, and it’s making significant inroads into disrupting criminal activity,” Detective Chief Superintendent Mal Lanyon said.
“We will also continue to target criminal associations by exercising our police powers under consorting legislation.”

NEW TRAFFIC LAW REMINDER – 2010, If a patrol car is pulled over to the side of the road, you have to change to the next lane (away from the stopped vehicle) OR slow down to at least 20 mph under the posted speed limit. Every state except Hawaii and Maryland and the D.C. has this law. In California , the Move-over law became operative on January 1, 2010

..http://www.moveoveramerica.com/?

A friend’s son got a ticket for this recently. A police car (turned out it was two police cars) was on the side of the road giving a ticket to someone else. He slowed down to pass but did not move into the other lane. The second police car immediately pulled him over and gave him a ticket. He had never heard of the law.

It is a fairly new law that states if any emergency vehicle is on the side of the road, if you are able, you are to move into the far lane. The cost of the ticket was $754, with three points on his license and a mandatory court appearance. Please let every-one you know who drives about this new law. It is true (see details at the following web addresses).

This same law applies to tow trucks and medical emergency vehicles like ambulances on the side of the road.

http://www.moveoveramerica.com/ 

California: More Anti-Gun Bills to be Heard in Sacramento This Week–The state Senate Appropriations Committee is not the only committee hearing anti-gun bills this week.

On the House Floor on Monday:

Assembly Bill 169 (Dickinson) is expected to be voted on in the state Assembly on Monday. AB 169 BANS the sale of handguns not on the state-approved roster. The proponents of AB 169 are pushing this bill as an answer to California’s crime problem. This legislation, however, would have no impact on violent criminals or gun violence. Instead, AB 169 would prohibit the transfer of millions of lawfully-owned handguns and jeopardize the continued ownership of these constitutionally-protected firearms. Please call AND e-mail your state Assemblyman today urging him or her to OPPOSE AB 169. Contact information and help identifying your state Assembly Member can be found here.

In the state Assembly Appropriations Committee on Wednesday, May 1:

Assembly Bill 231(Ting) expands the law for Criminal Storage of Firearms and child access. Another bill that will do nothing to reduce California’s violent crime problem and only turn law-abiding gun owners into criminals whether or not anything harmful actually happens, and regardless of whether there was any misconduct on the part of the gun owner. Ultimately, AB 231 is an ill-conceived proposal that places drastic and unprecedented liability on those who choose to exercise their fundamental rights to keep and bear arms.

We MUST continue to fight.

You can write your representative here urging them to OPPOSE the anti-gun bills listed above. Please feel free to also copy and paste all the bill information to ensure your state legislators know which bills to OPPOSE.

You can also send a letter to all elected officials in California here. Please feel free to copy and paste all the bill information above to ensure the elected officials of California know which bills to OPPOSE.

You can also find information about anti-gun and pro-gun legislation in California at www.calnra.com.

Help NRA Get Californians Connected With NRA’s California Resources

Websites:
NRA-ILA, NRA-ILA California, NRA – ILA Legal Update, CalNRA.com, CRPA.org, CalGunLaws.com, HuntforTruth.org

SIERRA RAIN SUIT FROM BIKER’S CHOICE–
HIGH AND DRY. ‘Gotta have it’ gear. This waterproof, UV-resilient shell has built in stuff sacks, with fully taped seams.

The jacket contains internal and external pockets, and elasticized hook-and-loop adjustable cuffs. The pants feature half-leg ankle zips for easy on and off, a cargo pocket, and elasticized waistband.

The suit makes you highly visible to others on the road on those dark, rainy days.

MSRP: JACKET: $119.95
PANTS: $99.95

Visit www.firstgear-usa.com for more information

REALITIES RIDE Attempting To Set New World Record!–Fort Collins, CO: Realities For Children Charities, a Larimer County Colorado non-profit serving children who have been abused or neglected and the organization behind the annual ‘Realities Ride & Rally’ has been approved by the Guinness Book of World Records to make a title attempt for the ‘World’s Largest Motorcycle Poker Run’. The Realities Ride & Rally annually admits thousands of participants and draws crowds of over 15,000 people during the course of the two day weekend.

Craig Secher, President of Realities For Children and the creator of Realities Ride & Rally states, ” We are honored to be approved to attempt to set a new world record, however Guinness World Records are very detailed and strict in their records so the challenge is in accurately tracking every rider, at every stop and in getting every participant to stay the course and complete the entire run with us to be counted as part of shattering the previous world record. We are asking the entire motorcycle community to show up in force to help us not only set a new world record, but to show the entire world that in Northern Colorado we are serious about our commitment to providing for abused and at-risk children in need.”

No matter who you are, or what kind of motorcycle you ride your participation in this year’s Realities Ride will directly support abused and neglected children locally and may be part of making history in setting a New World Record. Everyone interested in helping Realities For Children reach these goals is asked to not only register themselves but help spread the word to everyone they know who rides to register today for the 12th Annual Realities Ride & Rally.

Realities For Children Charities works year round to provide for children in need, however this is when the riding community comes together to give these children a voice that cannot be ignored. Secher goes on to say “We’re excited about setting a new world record, but ultimately, this is for the kids.” Over the last 12 years, Realities Ride & Rally has become a Memorial Day tradition for motorcycle enthusiasts, and music lovers in Colorado.

To get more information or to register for The Ride and the world record title attempt, please visit www.RealitiesRide.com.
Realities For Children Charities is a 501c3 non-profit organization and can be reached for comment at 970-484-9090

BIKERNET INTERNATIONAL EDITOR CELEBRATES–My birthday lunch today Apr 26..

Tilted Kilt – Long Beach

–Art Hall
Magnificent Photographer for QuickThrottle Magazine
Bikernet Supreme International Editor

BIKERNET BAD JOKE LIBRARY NOW OPEN–He was in ecstasy, with a huge smile on his face, as his wife moved forwards, then backwards, forward, then backwards again ……. back and forth ….. back and forth ….. in and out ….. in and out.

She could feel the sweat on her forehead and between her breasts, and trickling down the small of her back, she was getting near to the end.

Her heart was pounding … her face was flushed … then she moaned, softly at first, then began to groan louder.

Finally, totally exhausted, she let out an almighty scream and shouted,

“OK, OK! I can’t park the fucking car! You do it, you SMUG bastard!
–from Jim Waggaman

JOIN US FOR OUR HOETOWN AUCTION–
Over 75 Antique and Special Interest Motorcycles, many all original with low miles for auction!

Held INDOORS with Free parking and Free admission.

Doors Open to the Public
Saturday, April 27 at 8:30am
Auction begins at 11:00am

Interested in a Motorcycle but unable to
attend the Auction?

Don’t Worry!

Simply Fill out the Absentee Bidder Form,
and you can bid on the motorcycle of your dreams!

A perfect example: A ten year restoration to build a Deluxe UL model using almost entirely OEM parts. Freshly rebuilt motor and transmission. Features NOS factory wiring harness, grips, and two-year kick pedal.

By 1940 the venerable flathead UL model engine had been thoroughly sorted out by Harley- Davidson engineers, making it one of the most reliable models of its time. But taking leads from the new overhead valve Model E and EL, the engineers adapted a dry sump lubrication system and four-speed transmission to the flathead model, reining it even more in the process.
Please Note: These are only some of the motorcycles for auction. Check our website for more pictures and descriptions!
www.MidAmericaAuctions.com

BIKERNET HOUSEHOLD TECH FOR SUNDAY–My wife said “Fix that gutter downspout TODAY!”
So I invited the boys over.
One brought his welding machine, one brought a pipe cutter the others brought beer.

Took us about 4 hours, mostly for the beer, but we got the downspout fixed.

Wife is still speechless…
I am certain not for much longer though.

–Gary, Kustoms Inc.

BIKERNET UNIVERSITY FACT FINDING MISSION–Men can read smaller print than women can; women can hear better. 

Coca-Cola was originally green

It is impossible to lick your elbow. 

The State with the ?highest percentage of people who walk to work: Alaska 

–from William Di Salvo Sr.

RACER GLOVES LAUNCHES LIMES–
Top-Shelf Protection And Superior Fit At An Affordable Price

Racer Gloves USA introduces the new Limes glove to its spring/summer line. Designed around the concept of “Engineered Skin” these gloves combine premium materials, hard shell protection, venting and an affordable price point into the best fitting glove on the market… guaranteed!

Already well known in the European market and having established a cult-like following within the Northern California motorcycling community, Racer Gloves is now looking to share the wealth with riders throughout the U.S. and Canada. Former roadracer and industry veteran, company founder Lee Block understands the need for top quality protection at an affordable price first hand. Pronounced “Lee-mas”, the new Limes glove is a value-priced sport glove that combines cowhide and goatskin construction with other performance features.

“This glove is for a variety of riders who appreciate hard shell knuckle protection, in a vented chassis” notes Block. “Since it’s a warm weather glove, the perforated fingers, cuff and a TPU air vent provide plenty of airflow for those hot days.” Riders will appreciate the price point and more importantly, the fit of the glove. “We call it ‘Engineered Skin’ since it fits that well,” claims Block.

In fact, Racer Gloves USA is so confident of this that they guarantee these will be the best fitting gloves you have ever tried or your money back. See the new website for details of the guarantee as well as Racer USA’s free shipping policy. “This is a great fitting glove at a great price,” concludes Block.

– Available in Black or White/Black
– Sizes S-3XL
– Retail Price – $139.99

For more information, please visit www.racerglovesusa.com/limes-glove/

The Racer brand is #1 in Austria and is a leading brand throughout Europe. Media inquiries can be e-mailed to: hello@racerglovesusa.com or call (408) 852-0700.

–from Robin Hartfiel

THUNDERMAX HEADS FOR THUNDER BEACH, NATCH–ThunderMax will be located at
Frank Brown Park for the 2013 Thunder Beach Motorcycle Rally on May 1st through 4th 9am to 6 pm.

The ThunderMax Team Looks Forward to Seeing You There! Check the Zippers web site for more info.

BIKERNET’S TATTOO TV SEASON ANNOUNCEMENT–“Best Ink” is casting tattoo artists for the next season of the show. I understand you cover motorcycles, but since there is so much carryover in biker culture and the tattoo world, I thought you might be interested in sharing this with your readers.

Season 3 of “Best Ink” is casting tattoo artists who are true creatives in the field. Past seasons of the show have featured self-taught portrait artists, strong and competitive women fighting for recognition in a male-dominated field and vibrant rule-breakers who learned the art as a way of escape. The series follows a group of artists competing for a chance at reality show fame, plus the grand prize of $100,000 and a cover story in a tattoo magazine. To apply online, please visit: http://www.bmpcasting.com:16080/casting/bi2/.

This year, casting producers for “Best Ink” are also visiting select cities around the country, looking for innovative and entertaining cast members:
· May 1: Tampa, FL and Richmond, VA
· May 2: Los Angeles, CA
· May 4: Philadelphia, PA
· May 8: Portland, OR
· May 11: Boston, MA
· May 15: New Orleans, LA

–Courtney Smith

Fax: 323 939 7211
Email: csmith@mprm.com
www.mprm.com

NEWS FROM THE BIKERNET HOMETOWN–I Heart Wilmington Celebrates First Anniversary–A year ago, I Heart Wilmington was created in response to the large number of homicides in the community. Today, it is a thriving organization of community members committed to making Wilmington a safe and prosperous place to live.

“Thank you Ely Fournier and all of the community organizers at SBCC for their leadership and supportive role in ensuring the residents of Wilmington continue to coordinate efforts that will bring peace and joy to their lives,” said Councilman Buscaino.

Bloomberg Says Interpretation of Constitution Has to Change–According to New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg, the recent terror bombings in Boston require a new interpretation of the Constitution to give the government greater power to protect citizens.

“The people who are worried about privacy have a legitimate worry,” Bloomberg said during a recent press conference. “But we live in a complex world where you’re going to have to have a level of security greater than you did back in the olden days, if you will. And our laws and our interpretation of the Constitution, I think, have to change.”

According to a Breitbart.com article, the anti-gun Bloomberg claims that recent attacks on the Second Amendment have left him confident that such re-interpretation is possible.

“The Supreme Court has recognized that you have to have different interpretations of the Second Amendment and what it applies to and reasonable gun laws,” Bloomberg said. He employs the tactic of incrementally “lowering the bar” by suggesting that Americans should be willing to give up a degree of freedom in exchange for a degree of security.

“It really says something bad about us that we have to do it. But our obligation first and foremost is to keep our kids safe in the schools; first and foremost, to keep you safe if you go to a sporting event; first and foremost is to keep you safe if you walk down the streets or go into our parks,” he said. “We cannot let the terrorists put us in a situation where we can’t do those things. And the ways to do that is to provide what we think is an appropriate level of protection.”

Bloomberg would do well to remember what Benjamin Franklin had to say on the subject back in 1775: “Those who would give up essential liberty, to purchase a little temporary safety, deserve neither liberty nor safety.”

THIS JUST IN, New Bikernet Reader Comment!–
HIT THE ROAD THURSDAY NEWS FOR APRIL 25TH, 2013

http://www.bikernet.com/pages/story_detail.aspx?id=11024

Let me see if I have this straight; a meet and greet with an actor who PRETENDS to be a biker and you have to pay for an autograph, for whatever the fucking reason is that you’d need that. I wonder how many RPMs Wino Willy is doing in his grave right now.

–One Eye
jbriffa@cogeco.ca
Windsor, ON, Canada

BIKERNET SECURITY ALERT–$3,000,000.00
REWARD FOR INFORMATION LEADING TO THE CAPTURE, TRIAL AND EXTERMATION OF THE BLACK SWAN.

Or he wants to sell this knife…

–Dom
servdlin@aol.com

SO, WHAT THE HELL?—I wish I knew what to do. Sin Wu ran off with another guy, but she persists on returning with promises to help out, which constantly don’t come true. I need to hire a new bookkeeper and stop the inconsistency. Damn, it would be a relief to have some level of security return to the fold.

Ah, but what the hell. Something will surface. In the meantime we will post the next Panhead restoration article, tomorrow. So far the Tail Gunner has been a lucky mechanic. We have a terrific safety report from ABATE of Michigan, and our Wire Plus wiring loom tech from Kustoms Inc. in Grand Ledge, Michigan is coming.

No shit, I started working on the next Cantina Episode. You’re going to relate to this one. Dr. Feng Shui told me humbly that I need a woman who was born in the year of the Dragon or Monkey. Hang on.

I’m already receiving reports from the desert near Amboy, and the too-broke for Laughlin run. Hang on for updated this week.

Ride Forever,

–Bandit

 

 

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