THE ELECTRIC BIKERNET WEEKLY NEWS for May 5th, 2022
By Bandit |
Hey,
Talk about a major issue facing our lives currently and in some respects being shoved down our throats.
Most of the industry is just plain scared to even ask about the issue. Some of the industry and even rights organizations are being bullied by environmental groups. See the story from Alex in the news.
This is a very strange position to be in right now. I have simply asked for scientific transparency and with the help of Patrick Moore, Ed Berry and Marc Morano we will see transparency soon.
That will put the electric solution on trial, and I don’t mean in court. We will be able to test it, like you would test any other product and see if it will or can fly.
I’m not for or against electric. If it works, it will make for much more simple vehicles. But if it doesn’t or they aren’t the greatest or can’t stand up to the demands of the market, so be it. I’ll go back to my old Panhead, with all its moving parts and love it, like I have for decades.
Electric has been tried a number of times. Maybe we have the technology to make it fly this time and maybe not.
Let’s hit the news:
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NEWS FROM THE VA–
Don’t Do College Alone, Go as Part of a “Posse” of 10 Veterans.
The Posse Veterans Program sends Veterans to college as teams or “posses” to both give and receive support throughout college and beyond.
AMA RIDES THIS SUMMER–
There is a AMA National Adventure Ride happening soon!
What: Berkshire Big Adventure Ride
When: May 21-22, 2022
Where: Colebrook, CT
Hosted by: Berkshire Trail Riders
The Berkshire Big Adventure Ride features three different routes throughout the weekend. The Explorer Route is great for beginners as it is a scenic loop made for a relaxed ride. The Big Bike Adventure Route is a challenging ride offering optional hero sections from mild to wild. Knobby tires are highly recommended for the main route and required for successfully completing the optional hero sections. Lastly, Berkshire Big Adventure Hard Adventure Ride consists of about 80 miles of continuous hero sections. Be sure to check what days those rides are taking place.
Questions? Contact Berkshire Trail Riders at (203) 725-8439 or berksberg@gmail.com
Please Note: AMA membership is required to participate in AMA National Adventure Ride Series events. Join the AMA today!
–AMA Member Services
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This newest version of the Jason Momoa x Nash Motorcycle Co Knuckle Hammer is the stainless steel edition.
This project tapped into Jason Momoa’s passion for the classic late 1930’s era Harley-Davidson motor affectionately known to American motorcycle gearheads as the Knucklehead motor. The same engine that powers Jason’s personal hand-built bike.
Handmade in the USA and casted in stainless steel, the quality of these weighty hammers is unmistakable. The handle is made of dense Tennessee hickory, a fine wood of choice by many tool aficionados, and each hammer is individually hand stamped featuring Jason’s “On The Roam” logo as well as the Nash Moto logo. Coming in at a solid 1.5 lbs and 13.5″ tall!
–Nash Motorcycle Company
BIKERS INSIDE THE BELTWAY 2022
Bikers Inside the Beltway – The Motorcycle Riders Foundation has completed the preliminary work to pave the way to Washington, D.C., your attendance at Bikers Inside the Beltway will make a difference.
You still have time to take part in this exercise in participatory democracy. Half-a-world away, Ukrainians are not so blessed. They are defending their country from a despot hellbent on destroying the country and any semblance of democracy. Those freedom fighting Ukrainians would gladly trade places with any one of us if that’s all they had to do to preserve their country and freedom.
Is the MRF’s legislative agenda to support anti-profiling, renewable fuel education, and autonomous vehicle standards benchmarks to protect democracy? Compared to what the Ukrainians are doing to defend their democracy, hardly. However, the siege against your rights, your freedom, your lifestyle, and yes, your motorcycles is not going to go away because motorcyclists wish it so. Ukrainians do not have the luxury of traveling to their capitol in Kyiv. Attending Bikers Inside the Beltway and taking part in participatory democracy is still a luxury you should not take lightly.
“Let us refuse to be silent! Speaking freely is a decisive step forward on the road to freedom” – Leyla Zana
Remaining silent and not acting is an option that the MRF will not exercise, and neither should you. Since 1989, the MRF has brought over a thousand motorcyclists to Washington to meet with their members of Congress with the sole mission of promoting a legislative agenda that continues to successfully become law on behalf of all street riding motorcyclists.
Your personal visit to Congress does make a difference. In 2021, co-sponsors on MRF supported legislation rose over 20 percent during Bikers Inside the Beltway. Numbers make a difference. Currently, there are almost ninety co-sponsors on H. Res 366 – an anti-profiling resolution. By joining other freedom loving motorcyclists, you can help increase those co-sponsors and the resolution can move forward.
The MRF’s legislative agenda – beyond the three items listed below — recommended and approved by SMRO leaders at the 2021 Meeting of the Minds, is not all-inclusive. Changing ethanol 15 to all-year availability demonstrates why the MRF’s legislative agenda is important:
Profiling: Sustain lobbying efforts for the passage of resolutions or legislation that promotes awareness and prohibition of motorcyclists profiling.
Renewable Fuels: Advocate for targeted changes to the Renewable Fuel Standard (RFS). Support the universal availability of approved fuel blends, containing no more than 10 percent ethanol by volume. Ensure that consumers are educated on proper fuel usage.
Autonomous Vehicles: Advocate and monitor any legislation or regulations related to motorcycles concerning connected and autonomous vehicles (AV) including endorsing rulemaking to set new standards specific to seeing, detecting, and properly reacting to motorcycles. Ensure motorcycles are part of all testing and development procedure.
Join us to ensure that the mission of getting our message to Congress does not fail, please consider the following:
- Make your appointments locally or in Washington.
- Familiarize yourself with the briefing points.
- Confirm your appointment locally or in Washington.
- Virtual or in person, make notes on your meeting.
- Share your meeting notes with the MRF.
- Numbers do make a difference toward accomplishing the legislative goals of the MRF. All 435 members of the House of Representatives are up for reelection. Thirty-four members of the Senate are up for election. Numbers do make a difference. Like it or not, legislators tend to listen better during election years.
Rooms are available until May 15, through the hotel direct line 703-684-5900 and use reference code MRF. And while you are there, make plans to attend a meeting of the MRF Board of Directors on May 16 at the Embassy Suites, 1900 Diagonal Road, Alexandria, VA 22314.
Bikers Inside the Beltway 2022 – The Motorcycle Riders Foundation – “Speaking freely is a decisive step forward on the road to freedom”
Yours in Freedom,
–Fredric Harrell
DIRECTOR OF CONFERENCES & EVENTS
NEW FROM KODLIN–K68495 and K68496 Sleek Lights
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- Black or chrome finish
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- Comes with all necessary hardware for installation.
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More products, including front and rear indicators for Sportster S models and HD Touring Floorboards coming soon!
‘What do you think?’ I asked. ‘Should I get a bikini or an all-in-one?’
‘Better get a bikini,’ he replied. ‘You’d never get it all in one.’
He’s still in intensive care.
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The graveside service just barely finished, when there was massive clap of thunder, followed by a tremendous bolt of lightning, accompanied by even more thunder rumbling in the distance…
The little old man looked at the pastor and calmly said, ‘Well, she’s there.’
WORDS from RoadRunner Rag Magazine– OLD BIKERS
The old ones stand out now, their numbers dwindling down. They’re a sad loss to the American scene, these individuals with the worn-down clothes, and faces
You can still see them sometimes, the real ones, some in packs, not as large as a while ago, sometimes alone. The alone one is the best. One who’s been there a long time, staying in the life he loves, never giving in to a system that sucks you up like a Vortex if you slip just one foot into it.
He’s got his connections- a few like him, that care for and protect each other. Hanging onto the only unique lifestyle left, like old dinosaurs, their faces are leathered and rough by forty, but their eyes still sharp and knowing.
Some are gray and white in the beards and braids, some are limp in the step, and some pain in the kidneys.
The new ones are shiny and young, and a bit too clean. They’re born into a system that has an iron grip now.The new ones will never know and couldn’t take “the life”.
In a world-wide system that is making all people as alike as manufactured dolls, the earth will be a duller place when the last biker falls.
–Rogue
Senior Editor
Bikernet.com™
https://www.bikernet.com/pages/Fear_Rides_with_Motorcycling_Photojournalist_in_Ukraine.aspx
A brave soul . There is nothing glamorous working/participating in a war despite how Hollywood likes to entertain us. I’ve been there!
I feel for this guy, he is risking everything to tell an important story, unlike the pathetic TV reporters who fly in, do some photo-ops and zip out .
Good job Bandit for putting this on your platform!
–Captain Ed Hardison
Corolla, NC
Prestigious Yamaha GNCC University Opens for 2022 Registration
Yamaha Motor Corp., USA, announces registration is now open for the 2022 Yamaha Grand National Cross Country (GNCC) University. All up-and-coming off-road racers and riders are invited to hone their skills with hands-on help and tutelage from some of the greatest ATV and off-road motorcycle racers of all time – both past and present. New for this year, Yamaha is providing bLU cRU scholarships to all attending students to cover the GNCC University’s cost of tuition.
At the Yamaha GNCC University, students undergo an exclusive master class of off-road racing fundamentals led by elite racers, GNCC veterans, and their top racing mechanics, highlighting best sportsmanship practices, training, proper nutrition, race preparation, and more, along with hands-on technical riding instruction.
“The Yamaha GNCC University is a fun and unique opportunity for both next-generation and current off-road racers to sharpen their riding and racing skills, while creating memories alongside reigning and previous champions,” said Steve Nessl, Yamaha’s Motorsports group marketing manager. “This year, we’re thrilled to offer free tuition to all students, courtesy of Yamaha’s bLU cRU support program, and look forward to welcoming racers to this one-of-a-kind experience put on with the aid of legends of the sport, our partners at GNCC, and the Snowshoe Resort to refine rider talents on and off the track.”
ATV classes will be led by:
- Walker Fowler, seven-time GNCC XC1 Pro ATV champion and current undefeated series leader.
- Johnny Gallagher, XC1 Pro ATV racer celebrating 27 years of racing at a pro-level.
- Traci Pickens, 12-time WXC ATV champion.
- Danny Fowler, Walker Fowler Racing team manager and owner.
- Mark Notman, retired Pro ATV racer and elite Walker Fowler Racing mechanic.
- Josh Merritt, XC1 Pro ATV racer.
- Jeff Pickens, Vet A (30+) champion.
Motorcycle classes will be led by:
- Randy Hawkins, seven-time AMA National Enduro champion and AmPro Yamaha Racing team manager and owner.
- Stew Baylor, current AMA National Enduro champion and XC1 Open Pro motorcycle racer.
- Jason Raines, six-time AMA National champion and Raines Riding University instructor and owner.
- Layne Michael, XC1 Open Pro motorcycle racer.
- Mike Witkowski, XC2 250 Pro motorcycle racer.
- Rachel Archer, WXC motorcycle racer.
- Prestin Raines, WXC motorcycle racer and Raines Riding University Team instructor.
About Yamaha Motor Corporation, USA
Yamaha Motor Corporation, USA (YMUS), is a recognized leader in the outdoor recreation industry. The company’s ever-expanding product offerings include Motorcycles and Scooters, ATV and Side-by-Side vehicles, Snowmobiles, WaveRunner Personal Watercraft, Boats, Outboard Motors, Outdoor Power Equipment, Power Assist Bicycles, Golf Cars, Power Assist Wheelchair Systems, Surface Mount Technology (SMT) and Robotic Machines, Unmanned Helicopters, Accessories, Apparel, Yamalube products, and much more. YMUS products are sold through a nationwide network of distributors and dealers in the United States.
YMUS has a corporate office in California, two corporate offices in Georgia, facilities in Wisconsin and Alabama, and factory operations in Tennessee and Georgia. Additional U.S.-based subsidiaries include Yamaha Marine Systems Company (YMSC) with divisions Bennett Marine (Florida), Kracor Systems (Wisconsin) and Siren Marine, Inc. (Rhode Island), Skeeter Boats (Texas), with division G3 Boats (Missouri), and Yamaha Precision Propeller (Indiana).
ZIPPERS BUSINESS STRATEGY –Our business today is radically different from 3 to 5 years ago.
Three main points of our business today that drives 75% of what we do is CNC porting cylinder heads, making camshafts and producing big bore kits with special pistons and some racing parts.
All of these are difficult to install which takes away any DIY installs, none qualify to sell in the state of California due to CARB and most all are sold to shops in 49 states. We had to admit we were now an extremely niche manufacture selling complex products to businesses in the trade, with little to end users-retail.
In the end we had to realize a focus on our core business had to be the goal and let the general purpose parts business fade away. We have spent big $ in advanced automation on the shop floor, avoiding the temptation to sell to the big distribs and make the quality of what we produce so good it drives shops back to us for repeat business.
Keep up the good fight in your daily efforts, your platform is a voice that shines bright!
Best Regards
–Dan
–Bandit
BIKE FEATURE OF THE WEEK—Another classic from Kaktuz Chopper Garage. I can’t tell if these guys are in Japan or Europe. The bike is featured all over the internet.
It’s sort of a pro-street rigid with the mag wheels, narrow bars and a hot rod stance. Check the open belt and hot rod aluminum oil tank.
–Sam Burns
Feature Bike Editor
Bikernet.com™
Following numerous delays and ongoing efforts by MIC staff, the California Air Resources Board now proposes to hold off with new on-road motorcycle exhaust emissions standards in the Golden State until model year 2025.
CARB has stated that it will not impose any new emissions standards or other requirements on internal combustion on-road motorcycles for model years 2023 or 2024.
CARB is now proposing that new requirements and harmonization with Euro 5 standards go into effect starting with model year 2025, and that additional program elements beyond Euro 5 harmonization will begin with model year 2028.
“The motorcycle industry supports CARB’s effort to harmonize with Euro 5 requirements for on-highway motorcycles,” said Eric Barnes, MIC vice president of technical programs. “CARB’s proposal to start harmonization requirements in the 2025 model year provides little relief for manufacturers. Manufacturers are not able to simply import and sell European market models in California without sufficient opportunity to ensure compliance with federal and State of California requirements. The MIC will continue to advocate that CARB provide sufficient time for manufacturers to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.”
–MIC
“They want to ban us and will, but no one wants to fight for fossil fuels. They are either in support of bans or are being bullied by environmental groups.” –Bandit
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Great article on your new Flattie. I dig the upsweeps.
https://www.harley-davidson.com/us/en/about-us/company/leadership.html
Walter Orthmann from Brazil advised young professionals to work for good establishments, in areas where they feel motivated.
A 100-year-old man from Brazil has earned a Guinness World Record for the longest career at the same company. Walter Orthmann has been working at a textile company for 84 years.
Orthmann was born in Brusque, a town with a large German population. As a teenager, he began working at Industrias Renaux S.A, which is now known as ReneauxView.
“Back in 1938, kids were expected to work to help support the family,” Orthmann was quoted as saying by Guinness. “As the oldest son of five, my mother took me to find a job at the age of 14.”
He started off as a shipping assistant and was soon promoted to a sales position. Eventually, he became a sales manager.
In his 50s, Orthmann began travelling across the country, discovering new places and fostering professional relationships that became friendly.
In his career spanning decades, Orthmann has witnessed many changes — at home and abroad. That, he said, taught him that it was important to be adaptable.
Orthamann turned 100 on April 19 this year and his coworkers and family threw a big party to celebrate his life.
Reflecting on his long stint at the same place, Orthmann said when people do what they enjoy, they don’t see the time go by.
His advice for young professionals is to work for good establishments, in areas where they feel motivated.
Orthmann said that he does not bother himself with too much planning or worrying about the future.
“All I care about is that tomorrow will be another day in which I will wake up, get up, exercise and go to work; you need to get busy with the present, not the past or the future,” he told Guinness. “Here and now is what counts. So, let’s go to work!”
SOURCE: https://www.moneycontrol.com/news/trends/current-affairs-trends/guinness-world-records-meet-walter-orthmann-who-has-spent-84-years-at-same-company-8433971.html
Get in early to make the most of the Pre-Entry Discount! Late fee applies from July 16th, 2022.
How can you support BMST?
Register Early
Not only do you save money by registering early, this enables us to make appropriate plans for facilities and resources for those attending.
Be an Advocate
Will your bike be on display at a show? Going to a motorcycle club event? Have a close relationship or run a motorcycle shop/dealership? We have 2-side promo flyers (5″x8″) that can be mailed to you to distribute to help get the word out about BMST. Just email us and we’ll get some in the post to you!
Be a VIR
Our Very Important Racer Sponsorship offers some unique advantages. Get in to set up your pits and grab your paperwork a day earlier than everyone else, your team name on the 2022 T-shirt. VIR Sponsorship is available when registration opens.
Be a Sponsor
Sponsorship helps us keep entry fees as low as possible for participants. Click here to see how you can contribute, or pass it along to someone you know who might want to be involved. We are also looking for equipment sponsors (display your company e-z up!) and other items that are needed out on the salt!
Be a Volunteer
We’re always looking for volunteers, without who we would not be able to race! Looking for a front row seat to the action? Volunteering is a great way to have an active role at BMST!
Check out our Volunteer Page for more details!
Dates to mark on your calendar:
- May 1st- Registration Opens.
- including FIM World Records, AMA National Records, Run Watcha Brung!
- July 15th Pre-Entry discount Closes, FIM Entries due
- August 15th- Online Entry Closes (Entry on the salt still available after deadline)
- August 26th – VIR Pit Entry and Registration
- August 27th – General Entry Pits, Registration & Scruineering Open
- August 28th- Sept 1st – Racing
- September 1st – Awards Party.
As of this writing, we are sitting at about 180 paid dealer members, with roughly half that number being franchised Harley folks. While this is obviously a higher ratio of H-D presence than the powersports industry at large, even as a non-HD dealer I think it is well within reason for our first 10 months of existence.
When the NPDA was formed we tried to have it represent the retail mix of the industry as best we could. As such, our founding Board is made up of roughly 50% HD dealers. We in turn reached out to our friends and peers to get them to join the NPDA as well and have successfully recruited a wide variety of dealers in similar businesses.
I believe people’s perceptions tend to start somewhere, and I think there are a couple of key reasons why people may perceive NPDA as having more H-D dealers than the numbers show. First, H-D dealers seem to talk amongst themselves with a much higher frequency than Yamaha, Kawasaki, Honda or other non-Harley dealers. More H-D dealers seem to be long-standing members of 20 groups, and have thus developed a more deeply rooted comradery that encourages these conversations. This is not a criticism by any measure, just a means for more chatter to occur.
Second, H-D dealers currently have a very high level of angst related to recent decisions from The Motor Company that directly impact the profitability and daily operations of their dealerships. As such, they are very vocal right now and many have been wanting to join an organization that seeks to represent dealers with a unified collective voice versus that of a single dealer.
The NPDA was created to give all dealers a voice and advocate for them, regardless of the brands they represent. Fortunately, the founding Board anticipated that from time to time there would be issues that affected a certain segment of our membership, be it off-road trail access, laws infringing rider freedoms, or as is the case today, concerns with a specific OEM.
We set up within our bylaws the concept of “Councils” that could be formed as needed to address these unique concerns without having to involve the entire membership. The Councils can operate as a subset of the broader NPDA, raising funds, having their own elected leaders, and reporting to the larger Board. This allows a Council to focus on those issues important to their members, who are also NPDA members that share in our larger vision for all dealers.
Due to the recent concerns of H-D dealers, the Board approved the formation of our first council this past week for HD dealers to work together on their unique issues under the NPDA’s council structure. If people have only heard about the new council, this could be another reason they may have mis-perceived NPDA as being H-D-heavy. I anticipate that as things roll along, the NPDA will have the need and desire to establish additional Councils to direct focus as needed for other groups of dealers within our membership.
As we grow, our ranks will be joined by powersports and “metric” dealers and H-D dealers alike and our membership balance will align with national norms. I am confident that every powersports dealer in the country will someday see the benefits of joining the NPDA.
Having used the phrase “metric”, a designation that Wall Street analysts invented to refer to the non-H-D dealer universe, I am reminded of a recent trip to the hardware store. I needed an extra 10-inch adjustable wrench for the toolbox of one of my tractors. I picked up an inexpensive example, and as I was looking at the wrench while waiting to checkout, I saw that one side of the wrench was marked in metric measurements, millimeters. Flipping the wrench over, 1/16-inch graduations were present. How can a wrench be both?
At the end of the day, we, as dealers, are much like that ingenious adjustable wrench. We are designed for the task of helping customers select and purchase the machine of their dreams, hopefully developing a long-term relationship supported by service and support after the sale.
We do this regardless of the brand signage on the front door of our stores.
We’re all in this together and NPDA is here to support the entire powersports industry. Please join us as we move forward.
–Bob Kee, Dealer Principal
Destination Cycle
–Posted on Dealernews
I reached out to them, to find out their position on Climate Doom?
–Bandit
Like most American makers they used belt final drive till that time. Eventually a new clutch design was integrated in the rear hub. Then the frame top tube was designed to slope downward affording a lower seat height, important for women riders. The spring seat post design was incorporated, and factory literature proclaimed, via odd spelling, the Ful-Floeting seat. 1912 was the last year for the atmospheric intake valve and the open-ended Bosch magneto on the Single.
Keep in mind that in 1912 the Harley-Davidson Motor Company was barely ten years old. They only made a little over 500 of this model single and had just restarted manufacturing their first twin halted in 1909 due to technical problems.
If you have been to Milwaukee and viewed the headquarters on Juneau Avenue, consider it was under construction when this 1912 Single was being built. Amazingly, both still exist today, the building and this bike, testament to the genius and fortitude of the Motor Company’s founders and those that kept the company moving forward.
When you visit the National Motorcycle Museum you’ll note that there are more Harley-Davidsons that any other make. From a 1908 Strap Tank to a 2006 V-Rod Destroyer drag bike, it’s all here, plus hundreds of pieces of advertising art, apparel, memorabilia. Many Harleys on display have been donated by collectors throughout America, but this machine is graciously on loan to the National Motorcycle Museum from the John & Jill Parham Collection.
Specifications:
- Engine: Inlet Over Exhaust Single
- Bore & Stroke: 3.5 x 3.312
- Displacement: 30 Cubic Inches / 494 cc’s
- Carburetion: Schebler
- Ignition: Battery, Points
- Horsepower: 4.3HP
- Drive: Direct, Belt
- Frame: Steel, Single Loop
- Suspension: Sprung Fork, Rigid Rear
- Wheels / Tires: 2.50 x 28 / 2.50 x 28 Inches
- Brakes: Coaster, Rear Only
- Wheelbase: 56.5 Inches
- Weight: 235 Pounds
WSJ: “Is This Man Talking California Into Nuclear?”
Journal readers know Michael Shellenberger for his long, grueling campaign to persuade fellow environmentalists to be reasonable. Now running as an independent for governor of California, he seems to be making some headway even in the country’s capital of climate nonsense.
Last year this column noted the encouraging world-wide movement toward nuclear power, a reliable zero-emission energy source that global warmists should love but often oppose. Mr. Shellenberger, who’s been proudly pro-nukes for years, wrote at the time on Substack:
National leaders around the world are announcing big plans to return to nuclear energy now that the cost of natural gas, coal, and petroleum are spiking, and weather-dependent renewables are failing to deliver.
Now it seems that Mr. Shellenberger’s entry into politics just might be encouraging even California Democrats to begin to finally acknowledge energy reality. Sammy Roth reports for the Los Angeles Times:
With the threat of power shortages looming… Gov. Gavin Newsom may attempt to delay the long-planned closure of California’s largest electricity source: the Diablo Canyon nuclear plant.
Newsom told the L.A. Times editorial board Thursday that the state would seek out a share of $6 billion in federal funds meant to rescue nuclear reactors facing closure, money the Biden administration announced this month. Diablo Canyon owner Pacific Gas & Electric is preparing to shutter the plant — which generated 6% of the state’s power last year — by 2025.
New state and municipal laws are driving a transition away from puttering, gas-powered lawn mowers and leaf blowers and toward battery-powered versions. California, the largest state by population, is set to ban the sale of most gas-powered lawn tools, starting with model year 2024 products…
“Nobody is happy about it, except the all-green battery manufacturers,” he said.
This expensive transformation of course goes way beyond landscaping. Russ Mitchell recently reported in the L.A. Times:
More than a third of new passenger cars and trucks sold in California in 2026 would have to be zero-emission vehicles under a new proposal from the California Air Resources Board.
This column should also note that California’s forced march to electric vehicles will make those happy green-battery manufacturers very busy—maybe too busy.
The Journal’s Sean McLain and Scott Patterson recently reported:
Rivian Automotive Inc. Chief Executive RJ Scaringe is warning that the auto industry could soon face a shortage of battery supplies for electric vehicles—a challenge that he says could surpass the current computer-chip shortage.
Car companies are trying to lock up limited supplies of raw materials such as cobalt, lithium and nickel that are key to battery making, and many are constructing their own battery plants to put more battery-powered models in showrooms.
“Put very simply, all the world’s cell production combined represents well under 10% of what we will need in 10 years,” Mr. Scaringe said last week, while giving reporters a tour of the company’s plant in Normal, Ill. “Meaning, 90% to 95% of the supply chain does not exist,” he added.
Let’s hope that this election season brings more discussion on the best ways to enable reliable, affordable energy for people in California and across the country. And if Gov. Newsom is ready to consider new ideas for the Golden State, perhaps he’ll want to ponder the words co-authored by Mr. Shellenberger and quoted in the Journal in 2013:
Once upon a time, social justice was synonymous with equal access to modern amenities—electric lighting so poor children could read at night, refrigerators so milk could be kept on hand, and washing machines to save the hands and backs of women…
Now, at the very moment modern energy arrives for global poor—something a prior generation of socialists would have celebrated and, indeed, demanded—today’s leading left-wing leaders advocate a return to energy penury.
The madam opened the brothel door in Butte and saw a rather dignified, a well-dressed , good-looking man in his late fifties. “May I help you sir?” she asked.
The man replied, “I want to see Valerie.”
“Sir, Valerie is one of our most expensive ladies. Perhaps you would prefer someone else”, said the madam.
He replied, “No, I must see Valerie.”
Just then, a gorgeous Valerie appeared and announced to the man she charged $5,000 a visit.
Without hesitation, the man pulled out five thousand dollars and gave it to Valerie, and they went upstairs. After an hour, the man calmly left.
The next night, the man appeared again, once more demanding to see Valerie.
Valerie explained that no one had ever come back two nights in a row as she was too expensive.
“There are no discounts. The price is still $5,000.”
Again, the man pulled out the money, gave it to Valerie, and they went upstairs. After an hour, he left.
The following night the man was there yet again. Everyone was astounded that he had come for a third consecutive night, but he paid Valerie and they went upstairs.
After their session, Valerie said to the man, “No one has ever been with me three nights in a row. Where are you from?”
The man replied, “Great Falls.”
“Really,” she said. “I have family in Great Falls.”
“I know.” the man said. “Your sister died, and I am her attorney. She asked me to give you your $15,000 inheritance.”
The moral of this story is that three things in life are certain:
1. Death
2. Taxes; and
3. Being screwed by a lawyer
–Joe Smith
Certified librarian
Bandit’s Cantina™
BIKERNET ARCHIVE OF THE WEEK—We covered the Ultimate Builder Competition for over a decade. You can check out the action by searching Ultimate Builder on Bikernet. Bob Kay and Jeff Najar did a helluva job.
If you like to read, you might check our Episode 99 of the Bandit’s Cantina series. The plan is to end this series with Episode 100. A staff member wants Ball to create books out of it. You need to be a Cantina member to check it out, but then you would have access to all 99 episodes.
–Renegade
AMA NEWS–
And of course, it is a great reason to spend some quality time with family and friends as spring leads into the summer riding season.
Whether it’s taking the kids out to trails, riding on a dirt track or just tooling around in the backyard, AMA Deputy Director of Racing Mike Burkeen said it is important to provide steady mentorship to build confident and capable riders.
“It’s important that experienced riders help bring new kids into the sport and continue as mentors,” Burkeen said. “If you just tell a kid to put on a helmet and go ride around a field, that is nowhere near as impactful as an experienced rider teaching a kid the right way to ride so that they don’t have to unlearn bad practices.”
Throughout Burkeen’s career, he has seen the importance of family in fostering new riders, whether that is out in the woods or on the racetrack.
“Two-time AMA Supercross 450SX Champion Cooper Webb is a great example,” he said. “He started riding when he was four and started racing when he was five. It was really a family thing with his mom taking him riding every afternoon and dad when he was off work. Their dedication has paid off with Cooper’s countless wins.”
–By Kali Kotoski
AMA
COMMENT FROM A LONGTIME READER— A.J. and Amy. Been almost 50 years, she is the one who with bikers kept me going when I came home.
In this email, we’re going to discuss the freedom to compete.
Free to compete, free to choose
Because of threats to fossil fuel development and use, it’s very important for us to understand the truth about their impact on human life. Ultimately, we’re trying to promote human flourishing, not fossil fuels per se. We’re championing fossil fuels when they’re the best source of energy. And fossil fuels are at this point of history usually the best form of energy in any given situation. But they’re not the best for every situation.
For example, take somebody off the grid who’s willing to pay more for energy, and willing to use less energy. A solar installation with a lot of batteries could be a better solution because either they don’t have access to the grid, or it would be inconvenient to use a diesel generator.
The best form of energy is the cheap, plentiful, reliable, and safe source of energy that consumers freely choose, when they’re given the choice among all alternatives that producers produce. This is why the freedom to compete is so important—the best form of energy can only be decided by the free choices of individuals.
A proper energy policy, then—one that truly benefits human life—is one that allows freedom of competition. As with phones or computers, when every energy producer is free to compete, the best ideas win.
No energy favoritism
The good forms of energy don’t need favoritism—special subsidies, protections, loans from the government. They need the freedom to compete and the freedom to improve—without interference, but also without special privileges.
The freedom to compete means that no energy gets special privileges. Every form of energy is free to compete for consumers’ dollars, as long as it doesn’t violate the rights of others—and as long as it doesn’t fail the endangerment test.
If we allow the freedom to compete then this will lead to the most energy for the most people.
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Three Epic U.S. Road Trip Experiences Capture the Glory of Crushing Miles, Discovering New Places & Creating Lifelong Memories
It’s time to hit the road and discover some of the most beautiful destinations in America. Indian Motorcycle, America’s First Motorcycle Company, today announced the debut of its first-ever motorcycle touring series, Epic Pursuits. The two-wheel travel series will take viewers on three unique adventures aboard the Indian Pursuit, the brand’s most-capable touring machine.
Whether a long-time, avid motorcyclist or newly licensed rider, Epic Pursuits champions the totally unique experience, camaraderie and euphoria that can only be found when road-tripping with friends on motorcycles.
Hosted by Matt Vincent, an accomplished athlete, adventurer, and entrepreneur, each epic journey will feature a new cast of characters, saddling up for the ride of a lifetime through three different regions of the country. Each journey will be chronicled with three episodes – showcasing the area’s breathtaking scenery and local sights, as the group explores and immerses themselves within the local culture.
“If there’s one thing we’ve learned as a post-pandemic society, it’s that life can change in the blink of an eye. We all have that one trip, that one ride that’s been on our bucket list far too long, and now’s the time to pursue it,” said Aaron Jax, Vice President of Indian Motorcycle. “That’s exactly why we created Epic Pursuits – to inspire riders all over the world to seize the day by getting out on that two-wheel journey they’ve dreamt of and create those experiences and memories that can only be found on the back of a motorcycle.”
As Epic Pursuits continues, series two will venture down the West Coast, as Vincent and a new crew of riders begin their journey in San Francisco, traversing down the California coastline to Los Angeles and heading inland to the spiritual desert oasis that is Joshua Tree. From there, the third and final epic adventure will head to the Pacific Northwest, where the riders make stops through Oregon, Washington and Idaho. The next two trips will debut later this summer.
To learn more on Epic Pursuits or the Indian Pursuit lineup, visit IndianMotorcycle.com, or following along on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.
To learn more, please visit www.indianmotorcycle.com.
The gloves really don’t tell the tale of Sunday’s 20-mile monsoon on the return from visiting my cousin. I like how the bottom of the throttle hand is dry, we did slow down some when I couldn’t see. Took all day yesterday in front on the garage fan to dry out my boots
So, the skull image is the first “creative” photo I ever did. Eagles album cover & headless turtle candle I took with my then new Canon F1n in 1982. I offered it for the Eagles show here in a couple weeks. However now, we apply on a “portal”. You can’t share a story with a portal, however you can submit for a show months in advance.
Oh yeah, still haven’t rebuilt the front master cylinder, but I will get there.
–RFR
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I tried to make a deal for it but no dice. I went through Wheels through Time back in 2019, Met Matt. I didn’t know at the time Dale was dying. They have piles of Knuckle and UL basket cases. I plan to go back this summer when I have sold the Triumph and see if maybe I can work out a project. UL is what I want too. I owned two of them briefly in 1970. They ran just as good as Panheads.
Found these. I alway thought UL wheels had a 4 1/4 stroke but it is 4.28125. They are 1/4 smaller diameter than Knuckle and Pans so you have to add 1/8 of material to the oil scraper in the cases. Before S&S this was how strokers were made.
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I see a lot of deals like this on oddle. Some are scams but some are real. I called on a VL in Vegas for $7500 a few years ago, and it was real. I passed because I didn’t need a VL.
A UL engine would go right in one though.
–Bill May
–Commander Cody
A year in the making, the White House and President Biden have officially recognized Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month, noting that millions of Americans enjoy motorcycling as transportation and a way of life, and that all motorists have a role in making the nation’s roadways safer for riders.
Late last year, the MIC and the MSF worked with the American Motorcyclist Association on a letter requesting White House recognition for Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month, highlighting the annual public awareness campaigns by all three organizations and the Department of Transportation.
“But recognition of Motorcycle Awareness Month by the White House would significantly amplify our collective efforts,” the letter stated. “As spring emerges and motorcyclists re-enter roads across the country that are being improved, it would be the perfect time to remind motorcyclists, automobile drivers, and truckers to be even more aware of motorcycle safety.”
–MIC
“This is dangerous turf. The infrastructure bill is fraught with transportation killing measures, which will surface shortly. Watch out!” –Bandit
“Dad,” he says, “You won’t believe what modern education is developing! They actually have a program here at A&M that will teach our dog, Ole Blue, how to talk!”
“That’s amazing,” his Dad says. “How do I get Ole Blue in that program?”
“Just send him down here with $1,000,” the young cowboy says, “and I’ll get him in the course.”
So, his father sends the dog and $1,000.
About two-thirds of the way through the semester, the money again runs out again. The boy calls home.
“So, how’s Ole Blue doing, son?” his father asks.
“Awesome, Dad, he’s talking up a storm,” the son says, “but you just won’t believe this. They have had such good results they have started to teach the animals how to read!”
“Read!?” says his father, “No kidding! How do we get Blue in that program?”
“Just send $2,500, I’ll get him in the class.”
The money promptly arrives. But our hero has a problem. At the end of the year, his father will find out the dog can neither talk nor read. So he shoots the dog.
When he arrives home at the end of the year, his father is all excited. “Where’s Ole Blue? I just can’t wait to see him read something and talk!”
“Dad,” the boy says, “I have some grim news. Yesterday morning, just before we left to drive home, Ole Blue was in the living room, kicked back in the recliner, reading the Wall Street Journal, like he usually does. Then Ole Blue turned to me and asked, ‘So, is your daddy still messing around with that little redhead who lives down the street?’ “
The father went white and exclaimed, “I hope you shot that lying sonofabitch before he talks to your mother!”
“I sure did, Dad!”
“That’s my boy!”
The kid went on to law school, and now serves in Washington, D.C. as a U. S. Senator.
–Joe Smith
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Jack Daniel’s Bonded and Triple Mash are both Bottled-in-Bond whiskeys, which must be distilled by a single distiller during a single distillation season, matured in a government bonded barrel house for at least four years and bottled at 100 proof. The new bottle packaging design was inspired by the original 1895 Jack Daniel’s Tennessee Whiskey bottle.
Every drop of Jack Daniel’s Tennessee Whiskey is made at the Jack Daniel Distillery, as it has for generations, and long before and after the Bottled-in-Bond Act was passed, we have been making whiskey that adheres to only the highest standards. We are guided by Mr. Jack’s words, “Every Day We Make It, We’ll Make It The Best We Can!
Jack Daniel’s Bonded Tennessee Whiskey
The Jack Daniel’s Bonded grain bill is 80% corn, 12% malted barley, and 8% rye. Barrels are hand selected for their characteristics of deeper color, flavor, and aroma, which deliver a darker, richer, and more oak-forward character. It’s a big, bold Tennessee Whiskey at 100 proof with layered notes of caramel, rich oak, and spice giving way to a pleasantly lingering finish.
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Jack Daniel’s Triple Mash is a blend of three straight Bottled-In-Bond whiskeys – 60% Jack Daniel’s Tennessee Rye, 20% Jack Daniel’s Tennessee Whiskey and 20% Jack Daniel’s American Malt. It’s a remarkable whiskey with pleasant notes of honey, malt, and soft oak leading to a long-lasting well-rounded finish.
characterized by bitter or scornful derision; mocking; sneering; cynical.
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Sardonic “characterized by bitter derision” is an alteration of sardonian, which derives either by way of Latin sardonius or directly from Ancient Greek sardónios “of Sardinia.” Sardinia comes into the picture here because, allegedly, sardónios once alluded to a plant from the island that, when consumed, was legendary for producing convulsive laughter until the eater died.
However, this story about sardónios may in fact be folk etymology; one theory is that this spelling and definition replaced those of the original term, sardánios “bitter or scornful laughter.” Unfortunately, the ultimate origin of sardonic remains today, as it has for centuries, a mystery. Sardonic was first recorded in English in the 1630s.
HOW IS SARDONIC USED?
Mr. Crampton … rode very fast until he was round the bend—just to show how angry he was. For a space he was boiling with rage. Then he laughed aloud in a sardonic fashion. “Of all possible experiences!” he said. “Ha-ha! And this comes of trying to help a fellow-creature!” The sardonic mood remained. He hated every human being on the road and every human being in Crawley, both on the right-hand side and on the left.
H. G. WELLS, “A PERFECT GENTLEMAN ON WHEELS,” 1897
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- California Adventure Series – Jan. 15 – Nov. 30
- Great Lakes Cabot Tour – Jan. 15 – Nov. 30
- Hoka Hey Motorcycle Challenge – June 23 – July 22
- Motorcycle Grand Tour of Texas – March 1 – Nov. 15
- Tour of Honor – April 1 – Sept. 30
- USA Four Corners Tour – Jan. 15 – Nov. 30
- Best 15 U.S. Roads Challenge – Jan. 15 – Nov. 30
Amaravati: A 40-year-old man was killed when the battery of his new electric bike exploded causing fire in his bedroom in Vijayawada city in the early hours of Saturday.
His wife suffered burns and was in a critical condition in hospital, police said.
This post was originally published on www.ndtv.com.
–Zig Ziglar
Today is a day to move from where we have been to where we want to be. Today is an opportunity to grow far beyond anything we have ever expected.
As I write these words I reflect on where I have come from. I think of all the lessons I have learned and all the good that I have experienced. I reflect on the great people who have touched my Life and who have been an inspiration to me.
I think of my Grandparents and their unconditional Love that they had for me, and the Joy and Peace I always had when I was with them, so many years ago. There have been so many experiences and situations that have been part of my growth. I am even grateful for the tough experiences for they have all been part of who I am today.
Today is a day to celebrate where we have been and Let Go so, we can move on to the next level of expression.
Today’s Affirmation: I am Grateful for My Life. Today I open up to new opportunities and possibilities. I am Thankful for all my experiences for they have been all part of My Growth. I have learned great lessons and choose to move to a Higher level of expression from them.
I am Grateful that I have another day to manifest greatness in My Life
And So It Is
Namaste’
–Yale Gelfant
Choppers Cycle
Spring has sprung and summer is upon us. The more time passes, the more you feel the urge to get away, but you’re still not sure where. Here are our top 3 adventure trips for summer 2022. They represent the crème de la crème of our tried and tested motorcycle tours. And the best bit? We still have some spots left and they are all definitely going ahead. So follow us and see where you fancy going!
Ladakh, the ultimate dream
Push yourself to the limits and fill your lungs with fresh air heading to the Himalayas. Nicknamed Little Tibet, Ladakh is perched at over 3,000 m altitude in the far north of India. Riding a Royal Enfield on the world’s highest roads is a legendary, timeless, unforgettable trip. Hands down, it is the most stunning motorcycle adventure in India.
Did you know?
They don’t speak Hindi in Ladakh like in the rest of India, they speak Ladakhi. Here’s a very useful word for your trip: “Julley” (pronounced “djoulé”) is a sign of respect that means hello, thank you, welcome and goodbye all at once.
The best bit of the tour?
Hemis, Alchi and Thiksey are spectacular monasteries nestled in the heart of Indus Valley and are testament to the area’s Tibetan Buddhist culture.
The Trans-Himalayan / 15 days incl. 10 days riding / €2,690/pilot
- from june 18th to july 2nd : 1 seat available
- from june 19th to july 3rd : 1 seat available
- from july 2nd to july 16th : new departure !
- from july 17th to july 31st : 4 seats available
- from july 31st to august 14th : 5 seats available
- from august 14th to august 28th : full
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BREAKING MEDIA NEWS–
American Rider will remain focused on the bikers, builders, events, and motorcycles that comprise the V-Twin scene, publishing feature stories, event coverage, and historical retrospectives about the people, products, and machines that make up the American motorcycle industry.
American Rider will continue to be one of the very few national motorcycle publications still producing full-color, glossy editions 12 months of the year, available in print or digital versions. What’s more, we’re installing a big-bore kit to the magazine, bumping up our displacement by 16 pages beginning with our June issue. And continuing our steps into the future, we’ve launched a redesigned website you can see at AmericanRider.com.
It’s been inspirational and educational pulling together high-quality, high-impact stories about American bikes and their riders and builders over my tenure during the past 12 months. I’ve enjoyed attending cool events and seeing how bike building is evolving, and I love sharing historical stories about the movers and the shakers of the industry that have brought us to the point we’re at today.
It’s an interesting time in publishing, and it’s an exciting new era in the world of American V-Twins. We hope you’ll continue riding with us for decades to come!
–Kevin Duke
Editor-in-Chief
DAV NEWS–
Drum roll, please! Congratulations to the winner of our 2022 Recruit a Warrior Challenge: David Sell!
Thank you so much to everyone who participated in this year’s Recruit a Warrior Challenge!
DAV is proud to help more than 1 million veterans in positive and life-changing ways each year – and members like you make it all possible.
When a new member registers using your link, you’ll collect recruitment points that can be used toward DAV gear and other rewards. Thank you again for being a member of DAV – and all you do for your fellow veterans.
–Douglas K. Wells
DAV National Membership Director
YOU’RE KIDDING—Sometimes the news kicks my ass. I save and collect news all week long. I read hundreds of reports and search for helpful gems. And of course I’m constantly on the lookout for info that will keep us riding free forever.
Meanwhile back at the shop front, it’s coming along and hopefully it will be painted shortly. I ordered a handful of parts from Paughco. Irish Rich and I am setting up his VL frame for the Knucklehead I ordered from S&S. With a Paughco front axle and a 21-inch front and maybe an 18 on the rear we can see how this puppy will look on the road.
Remember the train tracks repair car? Well, we bought some railroad ties and were getting ready for some lengths of track.
Hamster Dan is in North Dakota working on supreme vintage bikes.
We will bring you the story behind two very rare OHV twin Jeffersons in the next couple of days. They were able to build them for only a year and a half. And rumor had it, only one existed. We found two.
The Pandemic is out of the 5-Ball Van and I took it for a short ride. I need to adjust the clutch and check the brakes. The redhead is going to ride it and get use to the feel.
I came up with a design for the fence around our patio. Of course, I bought a ton of metal and antique wheels. Let’s see when I can get this party started.
We are still hunting used weight plates. I asked her to hold it for the shot, and hold it… It’s whiskey time at the Bikernet Headquarters.
Keep riding free forever!
–Bandit
THE ALMOST BEST OF TIMES BIKERNET WEEKLY NEWS for May 12th, 2022
By Bandit |
Hey,
Life is nuts, but we’re living in the best of times, except for Ukraine and Covid. Think about your phone, your car, all the technology to keep us safe and going to the next wild event.
We look around the world at all the bad shit, and wonder why anyone bothers with the bullshit, when you could be camping, building cool shit, riding with the wind, going on a run, flying an airplane, heading to a car show or a bike show or enjoying a day in the park with your kids.
Unfortunately, going to a bike show doesn’t drive traffic to a media outlet. It doesn’t create pandemonium in the press or a reason for a legislator to be interviewed over his bill to stop all fun because we are doomed.
Okay, so I went on the Cycle Source Podcast last week. I didn’t do as well as I would have liked to, but what the hell. It’s just a couple of grubby bikers and the lovely Cycle Source Queen trying to entertain more grubby bikers.
Let’s hit the news:
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I had my H-D dealer install the reverse gear into my 2021 Road Glide Limited.
I had my knee replaced and don?t have the strength to back up bike on the littlest incline.
Tried it and works great. This is going to make my riding much safer.
–Tom Stock
Willingboro, NJ
WILD TECHNOLOGY OF THE WEEK–‘An army of robots’ and zero human workers will build a dam in China
China is using artificial intelligence (AI) to effectively turn a dam project on the Tibetan Plateau into the world’s largest 3D printer, according to scientists involved in the project.
The 180 metre (590 feet) high Yangqu hydropower plant will be built slice by slice – using unmanned excavators, trucks, bulldozers, pavers and rollers, all controlled by AI – in the same additive manufacturing process used in 3D printing.
When completed in 2024, the Yangqu dam will send nearly five billion kilowatt-hours of electricity each year from the upper reaches of the Yellow River to Henan, the cradle of Chinese civilization and home to 100 million people.
–By STEPHEN CHEN
Asianone.com
FROM THE HANG ON FILES–Fox Sports signs Tom Brady to reported 10 year, $375M contract as analyst once he retires; deal is most lucrative in sportscasting history.
–1440 Daily
IMS SHOWS CANCELED!
We have some news to share today with our IMS Family. After 40 years of producing The International Motorcycle Shows and IMS Outdoors, we have made the difficult decision to suspend the IMS Tour in 2022.
Unfortunately, as you are aware, the powersports industry is at crossroads with where and how marketing dollars are best spent amidst the continued manufacturing and sourcing delays associated with the pandemic.
These current hurdles would have made it difficult for us to produce an IMS that would meet your, and our, expectations. Therefore, we will not be moving forward with the planned 2022 events, including the Ultimate Builder Custom Bike Shows. We hope to return the tour in the future, but at this time, we are suspending the events for the foreseeable future.
We greatly appreciate your support, loyalty, and partnership over the years and hope to work with you and your companies again in the future.
–IMS Staff
Wow, we have seen some changes in the Motorcycle Magazine and show industry. Let’s see what happen next. I would love to speak to Robin Bradley about this behind the scenes thoughts. See the article below for some insights.
–Bandit
BLAME EUROPE for “socially acceptable” hybrid hypercars—
The default start mode on Ferrari’s SF90 Stradale is silent. Keep going without firing up the V-8, however, and you’ll run out of juice after just 16 miles.
That’s probably not enough to get you to the local coffee shop, let alone your nearest cars and coffee meetup, yet this level of EV range is typical for today’s hybrid hypercars.
Why so little? Blame the Europeans.
Carmakers are under huge pressure to put the internal combustion engine on ice. In the European Union, new fossil fuel-powered cars will be banned from 2035. Here in the United Kingdom, it’s 2030, and in the meantime they’re being forced to meet ever stricter, emissions, economy, and noise regulations.
When your business is powerful, noisy, high-performance vehicles meeting these restrictions is getting tougher and tougher. Fail to meet the requirements and car makers face massive fines. Every single gram per kilometer of carbon dioxide over the limit results in a penalty of €95 ($100)—and that’s paid on every car produced. Currently the limit is 95 g/km but that will be cut by a further 15 percent in 2025 and then an additional 37.5 per cent from 2030 until the 2035 deadline for ICE vehicles to be abandoned.
Then there’s noise. In cities like London and Paris audio-triggered cameras are being set up to catch drivers whose cars are too loud. In one year alone 10,000 London drivers were hit with fines, with a Lamborghini owner being nailed as the loudest at 112.98 decibels.
The exotic manufacturers need a workaround, and they need it now. That’s where these hybrids come in. Really, they’re just a way to game the system.
By mapping software to the official test cycles Ferrari, Lamborghini, Bentley, and others can achieve miracles. In a lab, at least. Take the latest Bentley Flying Spur Hybrid as a prime example. It will travel just 26 miles on a fully-charged battery alone before its 2.9-liter twin turbo V-6 has to kick in.
Nonetheless that’s sufficient to produce only 75 g/km of CO2 on the WLTP test cycle and a combined economy of 3.3l/100 km (equivalent to 71 mpg U.S). By contrast the V-8 Flying Spur produces 270 g/km and the W-12 a hefty 320 g/km and a U.S. combined economy of 15-19 mpg.
Reality on the road is, of course, rather different to the laboratory and Bentley’s high-flying hybrid will probably only see 25 mpg on longer journeys—but it beats the system and lets the British brand keep selling without penalty until electrification becomes inevitable.
While Bentley performance is built around being effortless, for other exotics the soundtrack is as important as speed, and that is also under threat—in city centers at least. Partial electrification offers an escape route.
“Owners asked for the ability to drive in electric-only mode—a feature which was not initially available on our first hybrid car, the LaFerrari, but which was made the default start mode for the SF90 Stradale due to client demand. It seems our clients appreciate driving in electric-only mode in city centers, presumably because it is more socially acceptable to do so,” Ferrari spokesman Jason Harris told Hagerty.
Ferrari and others may have framed their electrification antics as being about performance—and the instant torque of electric motors certainly add speed, but make no mistake, the only reason it’s happened is to beat a flawed testing system.
Now where have we heard of that before?
–Nik Berg, Hagerty Media
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THE ELECTRIC BIKERNET WEEKLY NEWS for May 5th, 2022
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Zippers: Danny Fitzmaurice has always been a focused, intelligent engine builder who has a spotless reputation for quality. Zippers will be around a long time to come. Anyone who builds engines should pay attention to them, because not only does their product work, they stand behind it 100%. First hand experience. Also, Danny is very modest about his racing days and that would make a good story!
Another pillar of our industry.
— Dangerous Dan
San Jose, CA
WINDVEST TRIBUTE RUN– 15th Annual Norm Dober Memorial Run
Let’s celebrate the founder of WindVest and remember our fallen friends and family.
Take a ride around the lake and head to The 19th Hole in Tres Pinos for lunch.
Meet at: WindVest Motorcycle Products
Date: May 21st, 2022
WindVest Motorcycle Products
16840 Joleen Way, Ste B2
Morgan Hill, CA 95037
408-762-7180
QUOTE OF THE WEEK–
The true soldier fights not because he hates what is in front of him, but because he loves what is behind him.
–G.K. Chesterton
RACING HISTORY FROM THE VAULT–?In 1972 after two years of battle with the first XR750 with cast iron cylinder heads Harley atomized the competition for decades to come with the XR750 with aluminum cylinder heads.
–Sam Burns
Certified Historian
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We honor multiple hall of famer and pioneering voice of women motorcyclists
Editor’s Note: It is with a heavy heart we announce the passing of a pioneer in women and motorcycling, Linda “Jo” Giovanonni. Jo’s humble spirit had her flying under the radar most of her motorcycling career which is why her name may not be familiar to most of you. But we here at WomenRidersNow.com (WRN) have a deeply held connection to this visionary woman.
Jo Giovannoni co-founded Harley Women magazine in 1985, along with her friend and business partner Cris Sommer Simmons. Harley Women was the first magazine dedicated to female riders. Harley Women changed its name to Asphalt Angels, and that’s when WRN’s Genevieve Schmitt got involved.
Genevieve took over the reins as editor in 1998, and two years later rebranded it by calling it Woman Rider magazine. That lasted four years as a print magazine. At a time when the internet was just gaining momentum, Genevieve continued the legacy of the magazine aimed at women motorcyclists by launching our very own WomenRidersNow.com in 2006.
We are forever grateful to Jo Giovannoni and her efforts in keeping Harley Women and Asphalt Angels alive in what was a challenging publishing environment. To celebrate Jo Giovannoni’s life, we asked Cris Sommer Simmons to share some memories.
Pioneering Woman
Linda “Jo” Giovannoni was my hero. She was my mentor, riding partner, and best friend for many years. She was an “influencer” before there was a thing called the internet or social media. A woman who rode a motorcycle was a very rare thing back when I started riding in the ’70s.
–By Cris Sommer Simmons
Read the whole story at WomenRidersNow.com
https://womenridersnow.com/tribute-jo-giovannoni-pioneer-for-female-motorcycle-riders/
LIFESTYLE CYCLES DEAL OF THE WEEK–2017 Harley-Davidson FXSB – Breakout for $17,995.00
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May 11, 2022
NHDRO motorcycle drag racing series
pre-race report
event: NHDRO’s Midwest Race Trilogy
when: May 13-15, 2022
where: Dragway 42, West Salem, Ohio, USA
Whether it’s Big Money or Big Fun, the Midwest’s largest motorcycle drag racing series—NHDRO—knows how to pile it on. The NHDRO family is kicking off their 2022 season with the Midwest Race Trilogy—three full races over three days at West Salem, Ohio’s beautiful and conveniently located Dragway 42.
Bracket racers (Box and No-Box in separate eliminations), Schnitz Racing Top Gas 8.20 riders, and Pro Ultra 4.60 studs will all have a chance at three separate payouts, starting with Friday’s Big Show Shootouts.
The Big Show Shootouts are 100% payback races, getting underway at 6:00 pm on Friday. In addition to Box, No-Box, Top Gas and 4.60, NHDRO Road Course (the instant green, no-time class with road course requirement) and VooDoo Grudge will also run in what promises to be an action packed Friday night under the Dragway 42 lights.
A whole new program of NHDRO points racing starts with MPS Pro ET and Kevin Dennis Insurance Street ET timed runs at 9:00 am on Saturday.
Schnitz Racing Top Gas, Pro Ultra 4.60, MTC Super Comp, M2.Shocks 8.70 Quick Street. and Advanced Sleeve Dirty 30 start qualifying at 10:30 am, with eliminations at noon.
Norwalk stars (and brothers) Kevin and Craig Adams, Joey Brandgard, 4.60 champion Dan McCarten, Heath McQuinn, Turtle Cole, double champions Jeremy Teasley and Joe Klemme, 2020 Top Gas champ Joe “Big” Deck, the Wagner Family, Kounselor Kenny Schwartz and the other St. Louis Top Gas Killers, Bobby Brown, Michigan racer Doug Fisher, Michael Hall, David Beshera, Jeremy England, Bob Foster, Kentucky brothers Rylan and Rashad Rowe, the father and son teams of Eric and Evan Yost and Ronnie Woodall Sr. and Jr., Kevin Haag, Jeff Kocanyar, Drew Nearhoof, Ronnie Raymond, Don Stokes, Mike Mullendore, Matt Knaggs. Gerald Vaughn, Blake Niedbala, Robert Neizmik, Marty White, Nico Grier, Kyron Drake, Ohio legend Bruce Sauer, and many, many more are all expected to be cutting lights and taking stripes for NHDRO Big Checks.
And Sunday morning, everybody gets up and does it all again!
Legendary Ohio builder/tuner Joe Marasco will be turning wrenches and dialing up bigger nitrous pills on the MSP stable of VooDoo Grudge grudge bikes and taking on all would-be heroes deep into the night on Saturday.
And of course, since it’s an NHDRO event, you can expect Scooter races, strider races—you name it! The whole family gets a chance to race.
Niki and Brian Welch are looking forward to seeing every member of the NHDRO family back for on-track action and off-track good times!
This report was prepared by Tim Hailey. Enjoy everything there is to read, see and watch about motorcycle drag racing and more at https://www.eatmyink.com
SENIOR EDITOR COMMENT ON CYCLE SOURCE PODCAST–You did good but the more we do things the better we get at them.
There is a lot to share with motorcyclist and others to help them know what is going on.
Then hopefully they will get involved and help us change things
–Rogue
Senior Editor
Bikernet.com™
FROM THE STREETS–
Here’s my bike back in ‘76. You see the front wheel? Joe Giovanonni sold me that! I will forever miss her.
–Pablo
Rest of India does not necessarily speak Hindi as well. There are 28 States and 8 Union Territories.
Each state and union territory has one or more official languages, and the constitution recognizes in particular 22 “scheduled languages”.
The Central Government uses both Hindi and English language for national and international communications. Whereas each State has enough autonomy (just as States in USA) to use their State’s language for official communications (along with Hindi and/or English).
You can imagine, creating a successful pan-India Advertising campaign is quite a bit of work in India for Ad Agencies and Marketing folks.
–Bikernet International News Desk
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While much of the focus on electric vehicles surrounds on-highway transportation and commuting, the Outdoor Recreation Roundtable is diving into the world of EVs and public lands and trails. Late last month, the ORR held its first-ever Electric Vehicle & Next Generation Technologies for Outdoor Recreation Summit to examine consumer demand, industry readiness, charging infrastructure, and what it can mean for business.
Key remarks came from Austin Brown, senior director for transportation emissions at the White House; New Mexico Senator Martin Heinrich; Laura Daniel-Davis, principal deputy assistant secretary – land and minerals management at the U.S. Department of the Interior; and Kampgrounds of America, Inc. President and CEO Toby O’Rourke. The summit included panel discussions with speakers from federal and state agencies, partner organizations that are vital for the outdoor recreation industry’s integration of next-generation technologies, as well as outdoor recreation businesses – including the Brunswick Corporation, QuietKat, THOR Industries/Airstream, Winnebago Industries, and Zero Motorcycles.
Dan Quick of MIC member Zero Motorcycles speaks at the electric vehicle summit.
“The government has already approved almost $8 billion for expanding the EV charging network and it’s up to Zero and other leading OEMs to advocate to get the charging options outdoor enthusiasts need in the places they want to ride,” said Dan Quick, director of communications for Zero Motorcycles. “This is the kind of opportunity that wouldn’t be possible for the industry without the tireless efforts of the MIC, and we were thrilled to do our part to make it happen.”
The ORR said it plans to hold a Capitol Hill briefing and release a white paper based in large part from the discussions and information shared at the event.
“The cross-sector businesses and partners gathered (at the summit) have an opportunity to lead the greening of outdoor recreation experiences, make significant impacts in reducing carbon emissions while helping to create jobs, and build local economies as we introduce next generation technologies to recreation consumers,” said ORR President Jessica Turner. “This event was extremely important because of the industry-wide thought-leadership on how we begin the transition to cleaner technologies, and ensured we can be clear-eyed about the opportunities and challenges ahead.”
–MIC
“If we must fight or escape, we have fought or escaped as free men. Freedom always wins,”
–Bandit
by Ed Berry, PhD, Physics
On January 22, 2021, Elon Musk tweeted, “Am awarding $100 M towards a prize for best carbon capture technology.”
Elon assumes, as most people do, that the following United Nations Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) theories are true:
- Human carbon dioxide emissions have caused all the carbon dioxide increase.
- This increase causes global warming and dangerous climate change.
These IPPC theories ARE wrong. The “best carbon capture technology” is to not capture carbon dioxide that our plants need to better survive drought and produce more food.
Surely, Elon, a physicist, will figure this out and save himself some pocket change by bringing climate truth to the world.
How good are these IPCC theories?
Very few people have the time, talent, and interest to check these IPCC theories. Most people and world politics assume these IPCC theories are true. So, scientists who prove these IPCC theories wrong may seem to the IPCC believers to be heretical.
These IPCC theories are the basis of all climate alarmism, climate treaties, climate laws, climate energy policies, climate taxes, climate education, and, yes, carbon capture.
Governments derive power from these IPCC theories. So, they will not fund scientific research that contradicts these IPCC theories. Government-funded scientists must support these IPCC theories.
However, some talented scientists have had the resources and freedom to investigate these IPCC theories.
Here’s what they found regarding IPCC’s theory (1) or core theory:
Using IPCC’s natural carbon cycle data, human carbon dioxide has caused 33 ppm and nature 100 ppm of the carbon dioxide increase above 280 ppm (Berry, 2021).
Carbon-14 data indicate human carbon dioxide may have caused only 10 ppm and nature 123 ppm of the increase (Salby and Harde, 2021).
Carbon-13 and carbon-14 data limit the human contribution to 48 ppm and eliminate the possibility that the human contribution is 133 ppm or 100% of the carbon dioxide increase (Skrable and French, 2022).
Since nature controls the carbon dioxide level, would nature have added the human-caused 33 ppm if human emissions did not exist (Berry, 2021)?
Regarding IPCC’s theory (2), several scientists have found the carbon dioxide level has little, if any, effect on global temperature and, therefore, on climate change. Data show that temperature changes precede carbon dioxide changes, making temperature the cause and the carbon-dioxide level the effect.
Therefore, these IPCC theories are invalid, and the world’s climate politics is running in the twilight zone way outside accepted physics.
How true science works
The scientific method says it is impossible to prove a theory is true (as the IPCC claims to do), but it takes only one contradiction to prove a theory is false.
Many scientific papers show the contradictions to IPCC’s theories.
Berry (2021) uses IPCC’s natural carbon cycle data to prove IPCC’s core theory (1) is false which checkmates the IPCC. This proof overrides all claims that IPCC’s core theory is true.
There is no scientific basis to support IPCC’s climate theories. Unfortunately, almost no one understands this.
The objections
Those who object to finding IPCC’s theories invalid promote an illogical, unrealistic version of science.
For example, they believe the human 5% inflow causes 32% of the content of the atmosphere, which is impossible.
The only way that can happen is if the human 5% inflow stays in the atmosphere longer than the natural 95%, which they claim happens.
The IPCC says 66% of natural carbon will flow out of the atmosphere in 3.5 years but it takes millions of years for 66% of human carbon to flow out of the atmosphere.
However, these claims are clearly wrong because human and natural molecules are identical and will flow out of the atmosphere in equal times.
Those who believe IPCC’s climate theories and the claims to justify them, are illogical.
What this means to you
Human carbon dioxide does not change the climate. The claim that it does is not only scientifically wrong but is a global fraud.
The climate-alarmist zombies, fully controlled by the climate BORG, want to assimilate you, and make you a slave. They use IPCC’s invalid core theory to steal your freedom, grab carbon-fuel land, stop you from owning a private vehicle, and stop you from eating meat.
Your only way to stop them is to fight them. Your only way to fight them is to use climate truth. Dr. Ed Berry teaches climate truth.
Action
Send this note to Elon. Ask him to join our side. He won’t hurt Tesla if he does.
Follow Dr. Ed.
If you are interested in a little physics, read Dr. Cork Hayden’s ten excellent climate physics essays that destroy IPCC’s alarmist claims.
References
Berry, E.X, 2021: The Impact of human CO2 on atmospheric CO2 – edberry.com
The team kicked ass and Frankie and I are working on new Shopify shop experiences for our customers. Check out the new Bikernet shop.
–Bandit
Notice the heavy braking in the rear and the tradition swingarm with the fender in stationary place.
This is a rider, built by Chris Volk is BSG Speed and Fab. Website, Facebook, and YouTube BSG Speed & Fab
The only thing that bothers me are the pipes. They look like they could scare off the neighbors for miles and bring the EPA calling, but I don’t know the level of baffling. I’ll wait until it blasts by the Bikernet Headquarters.
–Sam Burns
Feature Bike Editor
Bikernet.com™
LiveWire is set to bring advanced design, technical innovation, and engineering expertise to urban riding and beyond, with the all-electric S2 Del Mar motorcycle, the first LiveWire model to feature the new S2 ARROW architecture.
The 100 Del Mar Launch Edition models will feature an exclusive finish and wheel design and an MSRP of $17,699.
The production S2 Del Mar will deliver immediately after the launch edition, with a target MSRP of $15,000 USD.
The S2 Del Mar features a targeted output of 80 horsepower (59.6 kW), and less than 440 pounds of weight, delivering projected 0-to-60 mph times of 3.5 seconds or less.
Del Mar range in city riding is targeted to be 100 miles.*
“The S2 Del Mar model represents the next step in the evolution of the LiveWire brand,” said Jochen Zeitz, Chairman, President and CEO of Harley-Davidson. “The ARROW architecture underpinning the Del Mar, developed in-house at LiveWire Labs, demonstrates our ambition to lead in the EV space and establish LiveWire as the most desirable electric motorcycle brand in the world.”
LiveWire’s scalable ARROW architecture with proprietary battery, motor, charging, and control systems debuts on the Del Mar model and was designed at LiveWire Labs in Mountain View, California. The ARROW architecture is intended to be modular and serves as the central component of the motorcycle chassis.
Del Mar is designed to offer its rider thrilling performance with a targeted output of 80 horsepower (59.6 kW), delivering projected 0-to-60 mph times of 3.5 seconds. City range is expected to be 100 miles.* The Del Mar model weight target is 440 pounds or less.
An Urban Street Tracker
Del Mar presents a street-tracker stance on 19-inch front and rear wheels equipped with custom developed LiveWire Dunlop DT1 tires equally capable on paved and dirt surfaces. The slim seat tops a short tail section. A tracker-style handlebar fronted by a thin flyscreen places the rider in an upright position for a comfortable and controlled riding experience.
Launch Edition Model
Only 100 examples of the Del Mar Launch Edition models will be made, featuring an exclusive finish and wheel design. The graphics and paint – in a choice of Jasper Gray or Comet Indigo – are applied by hand using a process that takes 5 days to complete. The design employs an opposing-fade, representing and celebrating both the exciting and soulful experiences of riding LiveWire electric motorcycles.
The intricate pattern of the 19-inch PCB cast-aluminum wheels evokes the dense patterning and framework found on printed circuit boards. The vaulted and tapered spoke design promotes lateral stiffness for enhanced handling performance, while also pushing the boundaries of casting technology.
The Del Mar Launch Edition model debuts with an MSRP of $17,699, while the production version is expected to launch with a target MSRP of $15,000 USD. Delivery of the Launch Edition and production versions of S2 Del Mar model are set for the spring of 2023. All LiveWire S2 Del Mar motorcycles will be assembled at Harley-Davidson Vehicle Operations in York, PA.
*Range estimates are based on expected performance on a fully-charged battery and are derived from SAE J2982 Riding Range Test Procedure data on a sample motorcycle under ideal laboratory conditions. Your actual range will vary depending on your personal riding habits, road and driving conditions, ambient weather, vehicle condition and maintenance, tire pressure, vehicle configuration (parts and accessories), and vehicle loading (cargo, rider and passenger weight).
Sucker Punch Sally For 2005
https://www.bikernet.com/pages/Sucker_Punch_Sally_For_2005.aspx
Can I get a frame of the working man model.
–MICHAEL MANNING
mickmanning70@gmail.com
Kaeng Khro, Chaiyaphum, Thailand
Shipping to Thailand might be an issue. But you should contact Paughco. I’m sure they have the frame you need. And this feature from 2005 takes us back.
–Bandit
Major U.S. automaker Ford blamed its sizable investment in electric vehicle (EV) company Rivian for its dramatic revenue decline in the first quarter of 2022.
Ford reported revenue of $34.5 billion between January and March, a 5% decline relative to the same period in 2021, and a net loss of $3.1 billion, according to the company’s earnings report released Wednesday. The Detroit automaker said its large investment in Rivian accounted for $5.4 billion in losses during the first quarter.
This article was originally published on the thestarnewsnetwork.com website.
–CO2 Coalition
CHOPPER CHRONICLES—Cabana Dan told us of a stolen rare Cyclone from about 1915. He said the news was listed on the AMCA website along with other stolen antique motorcycles. We reached out. –Bandit
News from the AMCA Magazine Editor:
I got a notice yesterday that the IMS Shows have been cancelled, possible indefinitely.
On our membership forum, we do have a HotSheet list. The link is below, but you have to be logged in to respond to any post.
https://forum.antiquemotorcycle.org/bboard/forum/general-amca-forum/hot-sheet
I didn’t see any Cyclones on the list.
–Keith S. Kizer
AMCA Executive Director
Brad lives in Delaware. He was sick of the world, of Covid-19, of Trump, Russian belligerence, China, global warming, racial tensions, and the rest of the disturbing stories that occupy mainstream media headlines.
Brad drove his car into his garage and then sealed every doorway and window as best he could.
Two days later, a worried neighbor peered through his garage window and saw him slumped in the car. She notified Emergency Services, and they broke in, pulling Brad from the car.
A little sip of water and, surprisingly, he was in perfect condition, but his Tesla had a dead battery.
Brad is a Democrat…
–from Micah McCloskey
In just over 5 months, the doors will finally open again for INTERMOT, the International Motorcycle and Scooter Fair held in Cologne. From 4 to 9 October 2022, the latest motorcycles, e-bikes, scooters, e-scooters, as well as the most important developments in electric mobility, parts, accessories, clothing, travel and touring, heritage, customizing and workshop equipment will be showcased on the Koelnmesse exhibition grounds.
Alexander Wolff, who has been the director responsible for INTERMOT at Koelnmesse for a little over nine months now, and his team are now in the critical phase in which all the measures put in place are being finalized.
Further information:
https://www.intermot-cologne.com/trade-fair/intermot-2022/industry-trade-fairs
The next events:
polisMOBILITY – Moving Cities, Cologne 18.05. – 21.05.2022
THE TIRE COLOGNE – The international trade fair for the tire industry, Cologne 24.05. – 26.05.2022
INTERMOT Cologne – International Motorcycle, Scooter and E-Bike-Fair (04.10. trade visitor and media day), Cologne 04.10. – 09.10.2022
–Volker De Cloedt
BAKER DEALER OF THE WEEK—Moonshine Harley-Davidson
As we feature some of the top BAKER dealers (based on sales volume, customer support, and systemic knowledge), it is no surprise that Moonshine Harley-Davidson made the list.
When it comes to custom engine builds and fast V-Twins, Moonshine Harley delivers the mail. They do not compromise on quality by buying that cheap Chinese shit; all their products are made in the United States of America, including the components on their new M8 139” Nightmare crate motor.
One thing that sets them apart from other Harley franchises is their highly informative instructional videos. If you haven’t seen their videos, you are living under a rock.
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Chix on 66 is a cross-country ride comprising 40 women that will follow the entirety of Route 66 from Chicago, Illinois, to Santa Monica, California, adhering to the original alignment to the extent possible.
For every day of the two-week, 2,500-mile journey, the group will begin and end together, but each woman can make the journey into what she wants it to be.
The route will cover anywhere from 100 to 300 miles per day, with most days around 200 miles, allowing for an easy pace and ample time to stop for photos of the iconic points of interest along the Mother Road.
Riveter Chapter President Karan Andrea says, “Cardo’s high-quality, reliable comm units are going to prove essential for our eight ride leaders to communicate with each other effectively, quickly handle unexpected situations, and keep everyone in the pack safe. A 40-bike pack traveling through some of the areas we are going to be negotiating will be a challenge, but being able to check in with the pack and know where everyone is will help keep us moving together and keep the ride leaders apprised if we get split up. We are proud to partner with Cardo, and I am grateful that they were so willing to work with us to make this happen.”
For nearly 20 years, Cardo Systems, based in Plano, Texas, has been the industry leader for helmet-to-helmet communications systems, implementing progressively advancing technologies along the way. Mike Tole, North America brand manager for Cardo, comments, “We are thrilled to partner with Chix on 66 and play a small part in their journey along one of the most iconic routes in America. With a group of 40 riders, communication is an absolute must, and it’s a privilege to provide that capability for these women.”
“Speaking freely” since its first orchestrated visit with members of Congress in 1989, is exactly what the Motorcycle Riders Foundation does. And the results are evident in the MRF’s history of legislative accomplishments.
Participatory democracy is what the MRF is all about. Bikers Inside the Beltway is a 13-year exercise in participatory democracy. Biker’s Inside the Beltway is about making a difference. You still have time to make a difference and let your voice be heard when you attend Bikers Inside the Beltway on May 17!
Protecting the rights of motorcyclists is not just a collection of words in a press release any more than leaving your motorcycle parked in your garage is about riding.
Profiling, E-15 (ethanol fuel), autonomous vehicles, all part of the present and future of motorcycling. The MRF’s legislative agenda is a result of input from motorcyclists with the directions to take care of business on Capitol Hill. That’s what Bikers Inside the Beltway is all about.
The MRF understands motorcycling, motorcyclists’ rights, and what it takes to keep the siege against your rights, your freedom, your lifestyle, and yes, your motorcycle at bay. However, participatory democracy works best with participants. Your participation in Bikers Inside the Beltway is needed now.
Your visit to Congress does make a difference. In 2021, co-sponsors on MRF supported legislation rose over 20 percent during Bikers Inside the Beltway. Numbers make a difference. Currently, there are almost ninety co-sponsors on H. Res 366 – an anti-profiling resolution. By joining other freedom loving motorcyclists, you can help increase those co-sponsors and the resolution can move forward.
Rooms are available until May 15. Call the hotel direct line 703-684-5900 and use reference code MRF. Also, make plans to attend the MRF Board of Directors meeting on May 16 at the Embassy Suites, 1900 Diagonal Road, Alexandria, VA 22314.
Bikers Inside the Beltway 2022 – The Motorcycle Riders Foundation – “Let us refuse to be silent! Speaking freely is a decisive step forward on the road to freedom”
Yours in Freedom,
–Fredric Harrell
Communications Manager
MRF
CO2 COALITION NOTES–
For the last 140 million years, CO2 levels fell precipitously and steadily to within about 30 ppm of the 150 ppm “line of death” below which plants can’t survive.
Both the relatively short-term data from ice cores and much longer-term data going back 140 million years (Berner 2001) show an alarming downward trend toward CO2 starvation.
The release of carbon dioxide by the use of fossil fuels has allowed humanity to increase concentrations of this beneficial molecule, and perhaps avert an actual CO2-related climate apocalypse.
–CO2 Coalition
BIKERNET MUSIC DIRECTOR REPORT–
I got hold of all 7 original studio albums of Creedence Clearwater Revival and can’t stop listening to it. I read about how the music label screwed John Fogerty – the founder member of the band and lead singer, lead guitarist, principal songwriter of the band.
He has had 10 Solo Studio Albums since then – so plenty to catch up. Rolling Stone magazine lists him at no 40 on Top 100 Songwriters of all time.
I also like The Doors and Bob Dylan. Got all the original studio albums of The Doors (ones when Jim Morrison was alive). I got plenty of Johnny Cash too including the first Live at Folsom Prison.
I don’t think any artist or band since 2000s have created such consistent cool music. There are a few gems who do make an effort at lyrics and music / album that would last beyond a year. Also not surprising that iTunes introduced the concept of just buying specific songs instead of the whole album – no one wants to pay for the rest of the crap in many artist’s albums in most of these hit songs.
In pop R&B, I found one album recently through a streaming service that I gladly paid for. She is a 26 year-young British singer-songwriter named “Dua Lipa” (real birth name). She is known for her signature disco-pop and R&B sound. Maybe you will like it during a workout.
Check out her Album – “Future Nostalgia – The Moonlight Edition” by Dua Lipa
or the songs “Levitating” and “Hallucinate” in it.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Future_Nostalgia
Commercially, the album topped the charts in fifteen countries and reached the top ten in thirty-one countries. In the United Kingdom, it peaked atop the UK Albums Chart for four non-consecutive weeks, becoming her first album to do so as well as garnering her first ever nomination for the Mercury Prize, and earning the Brit Award for British Album of the Year.
–Wayfarer
Music Department Head
Bikernet University
Happy Brother’s Day To You About 9% of the US population has served in the military. Just under one percent are serving on active duty today. These numbers are small but often it is the small things that nurture greatness.
As our government is headed towards a most drastic reduction in our military capability at a time when we may be facing a growing worldwide threat from Russia, China and the Middle East, I worry that our culture has come to denigrate the contribution and sacrifice of those who serve.
Bless you all. You may have served in Combat or in non-combat. You may have retired out or you may have served for a short time. You may have been a draftee or a volunteer. You may have served in the Corps, Army, Navy, Air Force, Coast Guard or the Merchant Marines, BUT YOU SERVED.
–Rogue
Senior Editor
Bikernet.com™
WHY A RIGHT-SIDE ELECTRIC STARTER?–
“Kick em while you can” is the slogan of Right-Side Electric Start. Undeniably your vintage motorcycle will one day outlive your knees. 1937 to 1979 big twin owners might consider this noninvasive electric start system from RSES. This device will replace the kicker cover on those 4-speed transmissions.
BIKERNET BOOK CLUB OF THE WEEK REVIEW–
Hey, Finished Green Murder a week or so ago. Interesting read. The author held what I have believed for a long time that the earth goes through cycles and we humans are such a non factor it amuses me when people say we can change the climate.
Yes, we can combat pollution in the way we treat trash disposal and crapping in our rivers and water supplies. But changing the climate???
If we could don’t ya think droughts and storms might be something to avoid. Should be required reading for the green population. But lies if repeated enough get into people’s heads this has been proven in the political area big time.
— Rhys
Book Review Specialist
Bikernet.com™
TRIKES OF THE WEEK—
–Sam Burns
Trike Editor
Bikernet.com™
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DISABLED VETERAN EFFORTS—Thought you might want to share this.
https://www.va.gov/oig/publications/statements.asp
Here is what I posted about recently.
I am also dealing with the Veterans Benefits Administration about Disability I have from the time I was in the Military.
I am telling you these two departments have serious issues and do not seem to be running like they should.
I for one Do Not Want To Hear Excuses. I expect a more efficient operation from our Federal Government.
I have been in touch with my Congressman with my concerns and I am asking those of you reading this, if you are a Veteran or Someone Who Cares About One, To Contact Your Congressman or Woman and Voice Your Concerns.
–Rogue
Senior Editor
Bikernet.com™
Motorcycle Hall Of Fame Member 2005
www.bikerrogue.com
NEWS FROM SEMA–Outdoor Recreation Getting a Big Bipartisan Boost in Congress
The Senate Committee on Energy & Natural Resources unanimously passed America’s Outdoor Recreation Act of 2022 this month. This legislation, beneficial to the off-highway powersports industry and OHV enthusiasts, was introduced by committee chairman Senator Joe Manchin of West Virginia and ranking member Senator John Barrasso of Wyoming.
The landmark package also included several groundbreaking recreation bills: the Colorado Outdoor Recreation & Economy Act, the Simplifying Access to Outdoor Recreation Act, the Recreation Not Red-Tape Act, the Gateway Community and Recreation Enhancement Act, the Federal Interior Lands Media Act, and the Biking on Long Distance Trails Act.
“The overwhelming support for these bills shows us the enthusiasm surrounding our public lands and outdoor recreation is strong and growing,” Manchin said. “This bipartisan package will make it easier for members of the public to access and enjoy our public lands as well as our rural businesses focused on outdoor recreation to thrive. The last time outdoor recreation legislation of this size and scale was enacted was 1963.”
The America’s Outdoor Recreation Act contains dozens of separate but related provisions aimed at expanding and enhancing outdoor recreation opportunities within federal lands managed by the National Park Service, the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, the Bureau of Land Management, the Bureau of Reclamation, and the USDA Forest Service.
These provisions range from streamlining the permitting processes for guides operating on federal lands, to expanding broadband internet connectivity at recreation sites, to supporting public-private partnerships to expand parking facilities. The legislation also seeks to promote collaboration between federal agencies while working with gateway communities grappling with an unprecedented surge in tourism. Nearly 300 million people visited national parks in 2021, an increase of 60 million compared to the previous year.
–SEMA
Charged the 2014 Indian, but it wouldn’t start. Thought I would try the key-fob battery the size of a quarter. It worked, and I took it for a ride.
When the Indian wouldn’t start, I shifted to the ’69 Panhead. I switched out the manual starter button with the Nash unit with a larger PUSH button. I’ll write a short tech on it next week. It’s very cool, but you will need to save your gasket.
I rolled it outside idling. Just as I reached for my gloves and glasses—no helmet law in South Dakota, I remembered that the master cylinder for the rear brake was empty. I scrambled to determine which DOT to use. I went with DOT 5, pumped that puppy and went for a ride.
Trying to get the shop painted this week, but mudding is creeping along. Keep your fingers crossed. We added a porthole just for the kicks, but needed a sleeve through the wall, which is 8 inches thick. We grappled with it like crazy, chasing various solutions and then it dawned on me. I called Tim Crandall, a welder fabricator in Spearfish. He helped with the bathroom porthole. We needed the same solution reversed and much larger. He’s on the case.
We picked up the 8-Man rail repair car from A&J welding. I also scored two 10-foot tracks, spikes and track plates. Now, we are pondering how to remove the car from the trailer and place it on the rails.
Buck Lovell, famous photog and past editor of Hot Bike Magazine, back in the day, is going to shoot the Pandemic for Cycle Source Magazine.
We will keep having fun until they come for us. I’ll keep fighting the good fight anyway I can. I reached out to the MRF again today.
Never give up! Ride fast and free forever!
–Bandit
THE LEADER BIKERNET WEEKLY NEWS for May 19th, 2022
By Bandit |
Hey,
As you know life is nuts and has been headed downhill fast. When I’m forced to sit and ponder this American trial, I come to one major conclusion: Leadership. We need leadership, but we don’t need just political leadership. We need media leadership and this news item popped onto the screen today. Sounded like a breath of fresh air and maybe scientific transparency will abound. We can hope. Here’s a clip:
New CNN president announces different direction for network, vows to be a ‘beacon’ for journalism
Perhaps no company has had a worse year than CNN, but according to its new president, Chris Licht, the network will be turning away from cable news “extremism” in a bid to become a “beacon” for journalism.
Speaking at the Warner Bros. Discovery upfront presentation at the Theater at Madison Square Garden on Wednesday, Licht announced a new direction for the embattled network, who’s multi-million-dollar CNN+ streaming service folded just weeks after it launched, Variety reported.
Licht stated that he saw the mega-merger between Warner Bros., formerly CNN’s parent company, and media giant Discovery, as an opportunity to chart a new path in a sea of cable news competitors, such as Fox News Channel and MSNBC, who Licht sees as partisan.
– May 19, 2022, Melissa Fine
American Wire News.com
Let’s hit the news:
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BIKERNET NEWS RELEASE–Keith Ball’s Bikernet Blog Website Breaks into World’s Top 25 Motorcycle Sites
Deadwood SD – May 16, 2022 – Bikernet.com’s Blog, the brainchild of publisher, writer and freedom fighter Keith Ball, reached #25 in Feedspot’s list of the 100 top motorcycle blogs and websites earlier this year.
The Bikernet Blog, which celebrated its 25th anniversary last year, was one of the first sites to focus on the custom motorcycle market. It now includes not only custom bikes of all brands, but also technical material, travel information, legislative updates and commentary on issues of importance to motorcycle riders. Bikernet’s editorial approach is to provide the perfect mix of motorcycle hardware and culture, along with imagery that captures the artistry of custom and performance motorcycles and the people who ride them.
“Bikernet has consistently been ranked in the Top 30 sites on the Feedspot list, and this year we made it to #25 in the rankings, ahead of many well-known titles,” said Ball. “We don’t care if we’re considered relevant or not. We just do and publish what we love, and hope to ride free till the end.”
Ball’s background is as varied as the site. He’s a Viet Nam-era Navy veteran who served as an electronics technician on a heavy cruiser, then, upon his return to civilian life, he was a staffer and editor at a host of motorcycling and automotive titles. He eventually became Executive VP for Paisano Publications. His understanding of motorcycles and the motorcycling culture helped him develop and lead publications like Easyriders and In The Wind, which became the top newsstand titles in the industry, along with Hot Bike, Hot Rod Bikes, Quick Throttle, American Rider, Street Chopper and several other titles.
Ball’s resume is lengthy. He drove the founding and growth of motorcycle rights organization ABATE and was appointed as National Director of the organization. His motorcycling experience has made him a draw for top TV shows including roles as a team member in Monster Garage and as a judge on American Chopper. ABC News interviewed Ball for newsmagazine show 20/20. His racing resume includes being part of four successful motorcycle land speed record attempts and his honors include induction into the Sturgis Museum’s Hall of Fame (2006), Las Vegas Motorcycle Hall of Fame (2016), the Motorcycle Riders Foundation Hall of Fame (2018) and the Cycle Source Man of the Year (2006).
“Breaking into the Top 25 is a great honor for our site,” Ball continued. “But our mission won’t change. We’ll continue to provide a great mix of bikes, racing news, tech and opinion pieces to entertain people who love building and riding custom bikes.”
ABOUT BIKERNET BLOG
Bikernet.com is a top-rated website that delivers content to motorcycle riders and fans of the motorcycling experience. Established in 1996, Bikernet is consistently ranked in Feedspot’s Top 30 worldwide motorcycle web sites and blogs, with monthly rankings as high as #25.
NEWS FROM THE NMA–Motor City should be Renamed Speed Hump City
The city of Detroit recently identified more than 2,000 new speed hump locations. The plan is to install 3,000 of the traffic obstacles by the end of 2022.
That is in addition to the 5,500 humps added throughout the city in 2021. When this street obstacle program started as part of Detroit’s Complete Streets program, the city only had 400 in place. If plans meet expectations, Detroit will have more than 10,500 speed humps to disrupt traffic before 2023.
Should Detroit’s nickname be changed to reflect the new reality?
Speed humps are different than speed bumps and cushions. They are generally 12 to 14 feet long, spanning the width of the road and ranging from three to four inches high. The shapes can be parabolic, circular, or sinusoidal. Speed humps are typically placed on residential streets, mid-block between intersections. One is often deemed insufficient.
A series of two or three speed humps set 350 to 550 feet apart are commonplace to prevent drivers from speeding up between them. Warning signs are typically displayed ahead of the road hazard. Even with the signs, the lower visibility conditions of bad weather, or dawn/dusk can cause some very unpleasant surprises for drivers on speed hump streets.
This graphic comes from California Member Stacey Charlton, who wrote How to Fight Speed Bumps, Humps, and Cushions Part 1 and Part 2 that was featured in December 2021 on the NMA’s Driving in America Blog.
Detroit’s public works department uses the following criteria for the placement of speed humps:
- Local residential streets with speed limits of 25 mph or less
- Nearby schools and parks
- Streets with a record of speeding and traffic accidents
- Streets with cut-throughs to or from arterial roads
- Areas with block housing density
- Areas with numbers of children present
- Resident support on the block and a valid request made to the city
While some neighbors might like the speed humps, not all do. Detroit resident Pamela Foster exclaimed, “It’s too many of them…they’re putting them in spots that we don’t need.” Often the residents reconsider after the humps have been in place for a while and have to be dealt with daily. Be careful what you wish for.
It will be interesting watching for reactions by Detroit commuters as the hump count continues to grow.
Is this a safety measure or motorists profiling in the wars on cars, which includes motorcycles.–Bandit?
CHIX on 66 Presented by Harley-Davidson–
Teams Up with Road Guardians/Accident Scene Management
Riveter Chapter of the AMCA welcomes Road Guardians/Accident Scene Management as a Chix on 66 ride sponsor. As a result of this sponsorship, Chix on 66 will be able to provide live entertainment for an event taking place during the ride on Sunday, June 12, in Pontiac, Illinois.
Chix on 66 is a cross-country ride being held June 11-25, comprising 40 women that will follow the entirety of Route 66 from Chicago, Illinois, to Santa Monica, California, adhering to the original alignment to the extent possible.
For every day of the two-week, 2,500-mile journey, the group will begin and end together, but each woman can make the journey into what she wants it to be. The route will cover anywhere from 100 to 300 miles per day, with most days around 200 miles, allowing for an easy pace and ample time to stop for photos of the iconic points of interest along the Mother Road.
Riveter Chapter President Karan Andrea says, “I am doubly pleased with the support we have received from Road Guardians/Accident Scene Management. While the company leads the industry in accident scene training and motorcycle safety, co-founder Vicki Sanfelipo is a Riveter Chapter Board member.”
Accident Scene Management is the leading motorcycle trauma training organization in the world and the only accredited non-profit Bystander Program in the U.S. Road Guardians is a membership program that supports Accident Scene Management’s mission to reduce injuries and fatalities to motorcyclists through first response education.
Co-founder Vicki Sanfelipo states, “Road Guardians is proud to support the AMCA Riveter chapter’s Chix on 66 ride. Being a part of something groundbreaking and so fricking cool gives us great joy, and I will be joining the group on a portion of the ride. As an organization, we look forward to following the adventures on WomenRidersNow.com, Facebook, and Instagram.”
www.chixon66.com @chixon66 @chixon66
www.roadguardians.org @RoadGuardians · Specialty School @accident_scene_management
MSF ANNOUNCES ADV RIDERCOURSE— The Motorcycle Safety Foundation will help adventure and dual-purpose riders looking to learn fundamental off-road skills through its newest offering, the AdventureBike RiderCourse (ADVRC).
The course features 12 exercises and an adventure prep discussion that will help riders better understand and control their motorcycle so that they can gain off-road riding confidence and be ready to take on bigger adventure challenges, more advanced training, and participate in more tours, events, and rides.
“Adventure and dual-purpose motorcycles open a whole new world of riding possibilities,” notes Erik Pritchard, president and CEO of the Motorcycle Safety Foundation. “Sales in this category have increased more than 46% since 2019. Creating a course to help those new, or a bit rusty, to riding off-road is a need we are excited to meet.”
“The AdventureBike RiderCourse will make core off-road skill building available nationwide and help these riders explore the capabilities of their motorcycles,” adds Corey Eastman, director of rider education expansion. “We hope riders take this knowledge and go on to discover thousands of ADV riding opportunities.”
In fact, more than 100 MSF coaches are working to become certified to teach the AdventureBike RiderCourse by year’s end. The msf-usa.org site will be updated regularly as new training sites come online.The MSF AdventureBike RiderCourse is currently available in 12 states through various private- and MSF-run training sites, and under the Adventure Touring Rider Course name through participating Harley-Davidson Riding Academy locations.
The course is a single-day experience taken on a student’s personal ADV or dual-purpose motorcycle. All instruction is done on an MSF-recognized riding range under the guidance of MSF-certified ADVRC rider coaches. As availability of the course spreads nationwide, it will be easier than ever for riders to gain core off-road skills.
RiderCourse Overview:
• ADV Familiarization – Motorcycle equipment and features
• Basic Controls – Motorcycle controls for starting, stopping, straight-line riding, turning
• Controlled Loss of Traction – How and when to use it
• Standing Up – How, when, and why
• Pivot/Rider Posture – Shifting weight and posture for bike control
• Risk Management – Understanding risk offset and applying “SEE” strategy
• Counterweight – Maneuvering for slow, tight turns
• Straight-Line Braking – Controlling a rear tire skid, threshold braking
• Rear-Wheel Steering – How and when to use rear-wheel brake or throttle to steer
• Obstacles – How to cross over obstacles effectively
• U-Turn on a Hill – How to make a U-turn when going uphill
• Traversing a Hill – How to ride across a hill
• Adventure Prep – Tips for going out and having an adventure
Click here for more details:
https://msf-usa.org/AdventureBikeTraining.aspx#active-facilities-link
WHEELS THROUGH TIME MUSEUM OPENING–Dale’s Wheels Through Time is open for the 2022 season, and we can’t wait to see you! The museum’s hours are Thursday through Monday, 10AM to 5PM, and closed on Tuesday and Wednesday.
When you visit this year, one of the first new things you’ll see is the “Kennybuilt 9-Wheel Harley Rig.” A completely custom-built machine, it pays homage to the familiar Harley-Davidson Factory Semis.
Many of you have probably already seen the video where we took the Miller Light plane out of the museum, fired it for the first time in museum history, and Matt taxied it through the parking lot. If you haven’t seen it, be sure to check it out on our YouTube page. After filming, we placed the plane into an all-new exhibit that displays it in a way that pays honor to its history and purpose. We have also enhanced our “Homemade in America” exhibit, which features a variety of custom-made machines and inventions powered using Harley and Indian motors.
And of course, our newest exhibit, “The King of Old Motorcycles: Dale Walksler, The Man Behind the History,” has had an overwhelming response! Giving you a chronological look at the life of Museum Founder Dale Walksler, this exhibit features never before seen photos, a biographical timeline, and select motorcycles that were keystone moments in his life.
NAMZ TAILLIGHTS FOREVER–
Interested in purchasing one of our taillights with integrated turn signals but don’t know which one is right for you?
We have four options for plug-and-play taillights with integrated turn signals, for models ’99 and up. See details below.
LLC-SLTL-ST
SO-LO Slantback Low-Profile LED Taillight, 100% Plug-n-Play, SMOKE LENS, clear license plate window & fits HD models with squareback taillight from ’99-Up with built-in amber turn signals.
LLC-SLTL-RT
SO-LO Slantback Low-Profile LED Taillight, 100% Plug-n-Play, RED LENS, clear license plate window & fits HD models with squareback taillight from ’99-Up with built in amber turn signals.
LLC-SQTL-SA
Squareback Smoke LED Taillight, 100% Plug-n-Play, Fits ALL models with OEM squareback taillight from ’99-Up. Has optional/integrated turn signals, WITH license plate window.
LLC-SQTL-RA
Squareback Red LED Taillight, 100% Plug-n-Play, Fits ALL models with OEM squareback taillight from ”99-Up. Has optional/integrated turn signals, WITH license plate window.
We have two options for hardwired taillights with integrated turn signals, for models ’84-’98. See details below.
LLC-SQTL-ST
Squareback Smoke LED Taillight, easy to install, Fits ALL models with OEM squareback taillight from ’84-’98. Has optional/integrated turn signals, NO license plate window.
LLC-SQTL-RT
Squareback Red LED Taillight, easy to install, Fits ALL models with OEM squareback taillight from ’84-’98. Has optional/integrated turn signals, NO license plate window.
“We make it easy for you to do it right!”
SEMA ACTION NETWORK NEWS–Court Allows Lawsuit Protecting Off-Roading at Oceano Dunes to be Heard
A San Luis Obispo County Superior Court judge ruled in favor of the nonprofit organization Friends of Oceano Dunes, allowing a “quiet title” lawsuit against the California Coastal Commission (CCC), California State Parks, and other government groups to move forward. The suit contends that off-roading and camping access to Oceano Dunes is protected by an “implied-by-law dedication” since off-highway vehicle (OHV) enthusiasts and campers recreated on the land for decades before the government entities acquired the properties.
A quiet title lawsuit is usually brought against a private landowner in a dispute over who owns the land. Friends of Oceano Dunes, however, is not disputing who owns the land but rather that the land was specifically designated for use for beach driving and camping. The case is set for trial in March 2023.
QUICK, New Bikernet Reader Comment!–
BAKER DRIVETRAIN REVERSE INSTALL WITH D&D EXHAUST
https://www.bikernet.com/pages/_BAKER_DRIVETRAIN_REVERSE_INSTALL_WITH_DD_EXHAUST.aspx
I hope I can get this installed on “Dirty Girty” sometime soon. Thanks for explaining in plain English how to install the Baker Reverse attachment.
Keep up the great work.
— Danny Seybold
Indianapolis, Indiana
–Beethoven
BIKE FEATURE OF THE WEEK—My grandson, the master tattoo artist, Frank Ball Jr. is building a wild chopper and we’ve discussed styling and finish options.
This is classic from Itll Ride Choppers. Makes a brother think about a chrome frame.
It fits perfectly and the quality is amazing! The 5- Ball stickers look great on my helmet too! I had a couple extra ones, so I put one on the back of my old ladies helmet. Now she knows which way to put it on!!
Thanks again,
–Ken Burnett
NEW FROM LE PERA–Gold Text Snapback Trucker Flat Bill Hat
Regular price $29.99
- Trucker Black Mesh Cap
- Structured, Five-Panel, High Profile
- Flat Bill with Black Undervisor
- Sewn Eyelets
- Snapback Closure
- 7 Snap Adjustments
Fifteen women ready for 2022 BUILD. TRAIN. RACE. opening round this weekend at Virginia International Raceway.
Milwaukee, WI (Tuesday, May 17, 2022) – Women racers and builders are reaching new heights in road racing in 2022, where the groundbreaking Royal Enfield Build. Train. Race. (BTR) program is getting ready to ignite the biggest season yet. Fifteen women from across the country from different age groups and varied backgrounds will come together for the six-round exhibition series, starting this weekend, May 20-22, as part of the MotoAmerica venue at Virginia International Raceway in Alton, Virginia.
“This is a landmark year for Build. Train. Race.,” said Breeann Poland, Marketing and Communications Lead – Royal Enfield Americas. “Last year was incredible; we received such support from fans and the industry. And this year, everything is twice the size—our field of riders, our schedule and our presence in the MotoAmerica paddock. We’re really going to wow people with a full grid of riders from all levels of experience. Among our new and returning riders, we can already see that the level of competition has come up. These ladies are going to put on a great show this season.”
From the excruciating process of handpicking participants over the winter, including new and returning racers, the BTR crew assisted each woman in the “Build” phase of the program. Generous sponsorship comes from Parts Unlimited, S&S Cycle, Harris Performance, Dunlop, Maxima Racing Oils, BOXO USA, Öhlins USA Suspension and Arai Helmets.
Each of the 15 participants received a Royal Enfield Continental GT 650 motorcycle that they spent three months designing and building. The “Train” phase included a recent test session at Barber Motorsports Park with Sportbike Track Time, where the BTR Road Race women all got on the track together for the first time.
With some guidance and mentorship from Melissa Paris, racers were able to dial in their Continental GT 650 motorcycles, and the entire field demonstrated that they are ready to race.
“It was so nice to get to meet all of my new teammates and see the returning ladies, who have become close friends of mine,” said returning rider Trisha Dahl (31, Minneapolis, Minnesota). “I’m proud of how fast I’ve progressed, but this new crop of ladies has far more experience, and it shows. Our first race is coming fast, and competition will be fierce, but we’re all coming together as a team to represent Royal Enfield North America, and it will be a beautiful sight when we all line up on that grid for the first time this season.”
For first-time participants such as Jessica Martin (38, Savannah, Georgia), the upcoming VIR race is fast arriving. “The opening round seemed so far away, now it’s here and I’m overcome with emotions,” said Martin. “The Build and Train portions were very encouraging and confidence inspiring. You could say I believe in me more than I ever have. The camaraderie among the team is what stands out most. We are here to help each other reach our goals, while also competing. It’s very amazing, intense and enlightening. And now, it’s go time!”
Above all else, the Build. Train. Race. paddock represents an atmosphere of support and encouragement for women racers, nurturing talent and inspiring both new and veteran riders to get out on the track. In a hotbed of national-level competition, the inviting nature of BTR continues to attract the attention of fans, industry and sponsors to the unique concept, now in its second year within the MotoAmerica FIM North American Road Race Championship.
THE RIDERS
Find bios on all 15 BTR Road Race women at the Build. Train. Race. website.
2022 BTR Road Racing Roster
- Kayla Theisler, 26, Milwaukee, Wisconsin
- Michaela Trumbull, 29, Sheridan, Wyoming
- Alyssa Bridges, 31, Orange County, California
- Trisha Dahl, 31, Minneapolis, Minnesota
- Bridgette LeBer, 29, Port Angeles, Washington
- Ash Truxal, 31, Oakland, California
- Chloe Peterson, 31, Steger, Illinois
- Cora Tennyson, 36, Brandenburg, Kentucky
- Crystal Martinez, 34, Thousand Oaks, California
- Hannah Stockton, 23, Kansas City, Missouri
- Jenny Chancellor, 46, Tumwater, Washington
- Jessica Martin, 38, Savannah, Georgia
- Kayleigh Buyck, 30, Sodus, New York
- Nicole Pareso, 34, Carrolton, Ohio
- Patty Paul, 57, Berrien Springs, Michigan
THE SCHEDULE
2022 Royal Enfield BTR Road Racing Schedule
- May 20-22 (Rnd 1) Virginia Int’l Raceway, Alton, VA
- Jun 3-5 (Rnd 2) Road America, Elkhart Lake, WI
- Jul 29-31 (Rnd 3) Brainerd Int’l Raceway, Brainerd, MN
- Aug 19-21 (Rnd 4) Pittsburgh Int’l Race Complex, Wampum, PA
- Sep 9-11 (Rnd 5) New Jersey Motorsports Park, Millville, NJ
- Sep 23-25 (Rnd 6) Barber Motorsports Park, Birmingham, AL
More information 2022 MotoAmerica
THE SPONSORS
The 2022 Royal Enfield Build. Train. Race. programs (Road Race and Flat Track) are made possible by the participation of our generous sponsors. Our continued thanks to all our supporting companies behind BTR.
2022 Build. Train. Race. Sponsors
- Parts Unlimited
- Harris Performance
- S&S Cycle
- Dunlop
- Maxima Racing Oils
- BOXO USA
- Öhlins USA Suspension
- Arai Helmets
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Red Cross to Install Free Smoke Alarms in Baldwin Park–
As Part of National Effort to End Home Fires
LOS ANGELES, May 12, 2022 — On Saturday May 14, the American Red Cross Los Angeles Region will install free smoke alarms for Baldwin Park residents. This effort is part of a national Red Cross initiative called Sound the Alarm with the goal to install 50,000 free smoke alarms in more than 50 at-risk communities across the country this May. Baldwin Park was chosen based on the number of fire incidents in the community over the past three years. The presence of a working smoke alarm in a home reduces the risk of dying in a fire by 50%.
WHAT:
Sound the Alarm kickoff with remarks and volunteer training, followed by smoke alarm installations at area homes where volunteer teams will also discuss home fire safety with families.
WHERE:
Esther Snyder Community Center (4100 Baldwin Park Blvd.)
WHEN:
May 14, 9:30 – 10 a.m. (kickoff);
smoke alarm installations at area homes to follow until 2 p.m.
WHO:
Joanne Nowlin – CEO for the American Red Cross Los Angeles Region
Erica Frausto – Executive Director of the Greater San Gabriel and Pomona Valleys
Office of Mayor Emmanuel J. Estrada – City of Baldwin Park
Councilmember Paul C. Hernandez – City of Baldwin Park
“Our goal is to save lives,” said Joanne Nowlin, CEO for the Red Cross Los Angeles. “That’s why we want to make sure everyone has working smoke alarms, which can cut the risk of dying in a home fire by half.”
In 2022 alone, Red Cross LA has supported more than 670 people following 140 home fires. Most recently, the Red Cross responded to an apartment fire in East Los Angeles during Mother’s Day weekend. The volunteers helped more than 17 people displaced by opening an emergency shelter as well as providing food, water and other services as they begin the recovery process.
“Most people don’t realize they only have two minutes to escape a home fire — and that smoke alarms need to be replaced every 10 years,” Nowlin said. “Taking action with this knowledge can be the difference between survival and tragedy.”
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED— Event volunteers are needed to install smoke alarms and share fire safety information with families during May. Register at SoundTheAlarm.org to join a rewarding day of giving back in Inglewood on May 20 and in Long Beach or Montebello on May 21. No prior experience is needed — training will be provided. You can also make a financial donation to the Red Cross to help people prepare for, respond to and recover from home fires.
LOS ANGELES JOINS NATIONAL SOUND THE ALARM EFFORT This Sound the Alarm event is part of a national Red Cross initiative in May to install 50,000 free smoke alarms with partners in more than 50 at-risk communities across the country. Sound the Alarm events are a critical part of the national Red Cross Home Fire Campaign, which has helped save at least 1, 275 lives since launching in October 2014. As part of the campaign in Los Angeles, Red Cross LA volunteers and local partners have installed more than 52,000 free smoke alarms and made more than 17,600 households safer.
This work is made possible thanks to generous financial donations from regional partners: Southern California Edison, Howmet Aerospace Foundation, SoCalGas and Cedars Sinai.
For more information, please visit redcross.org/la or CruzRojaAmericana.org, or follow us on Twitter at @RedCrossLA or @CruzRojaLA.
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–Gina Woods
EASYRIDERS EVENTS ARE BACK–
The Original Easyriders Magazine events are back this summer with the Original Easyriders Rodeos! Since 1987, Easyriders Events has produced indoor and outdoor motorcycle events throughout the country with attendance reaching as high as 50,000.
We are currently searching for new sponsors to host Easyriders Motorcycle Rodeo’s annual events. The event would include competitors bringing custom-built motorcycles to compete for $10,000 in prize money in the grandstand area. Midway activities include food vendors, tattoo gallery, motorcycle gear and accessories vendors, permitted alcohol sales, multiple bands playing at various times, and multi-day camping for spectators and patrons.
The 2022 dates are:
- FOWLERVILLE, MI Fowlerville Fairgrounds August 19-21
- BLOOMVILLE, OH Cole Farms September 1-5
Included in this email is our 2022 sponsorship packages.
If sponsorship is not for you, and you choose to be a merchandise vendor please email dclark@easyridersevents.com.
If you have any questions or concerns, please let me know.
Thank you!
Gwen Chandler
EasyridersEvents.com
818-667-4395
LATEST FROM HARDTAIL CHOPPERS–Here’s a couple of license plate toppers I just started casting. First ones are Stainless Pin Up Girl plate topper.
The aliens are stainless as well, polished or tumbled.
$125 each shipped in USA or $225 per set . Available only from Hardtail Choppers .
Shop number 360-750-6780 or write john@hardtailchoppers.com
–John Grant
Hardtailchoppers.com
TRIKES OF THE WEEK— Custom Art Deco Radio Flyer Motorcycle Trike
Sold on VanDerBrink Auctions for $24,000
–Sam Burns
Trike Editor
Bikernet.com™
CLIMATE DOOM COMING–Biden climate advisor Gina McCarthy:
“We’re actually going to do 100 rules this year alone on appliances.”
The airlines are “gonna be out of here” if they don’t follow Biden’s Green New Deal-style rules.
The Mysterious 1913 Jefferson/Waverly
https://www.bikernet.com/pages/The_Mysterious__1913_JeffersonWaverly.aspx
VERY KOOL! I always love to learn about the history and evolution of one of my favorite subjects.
–El Waggs
airstreamstudio@live.com
Oceanside, CA
GOVERNMENT RECALL NOTICE– NHTSA Recall ID Number :22T006
Continental Tire the Americas, LLC. (Continental Tire) is recalling certain TKC80, ContiGo!, K62, and LB Continental Motorcycle tires.
–National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
United States Department of Transportation
SONG OF THE WEEK–
Album: A Sailor’s Guide to Earth (2016)
* Best Country Album at the 59th Grammy Awards
Don’t turn mailboxes into baseballs
Don’t get busted selling at seventeen
Most thoughts deserve two or three more
Motoroil is motoroil
Just keep the engine clean
Keep your eyes on the prize
Everything will be fine
Long as you stay in school
Stay off the hard stuff
And keep between the lines
Don’t burn two lanterns at the same time
No ship out on the water or the field we’re in
‘Cause you live and you learn
Sometimes you get burned
When you get out, done got up
Walked out the door and went
Do as I say
Don’t do as I’ve done
It don’t have to be
Like a father, like a son
Don’t let them try to upsell you
There’s a reason they make chocolate and vanilla, too
If there’s any doubt, then there is no doubt
The gut don’t never lie
And the only word you’ll ever need to know in life is, why
Keep your head out of the clouds
And remember to be kind
And just stay in school
Stay off the drugs
And keep between the lines
– – – –
–Wayfarer
Official Music Review Specialist
Bikernet.com™
NEW BIKERNET SHOP LATHE COMING–Granite XT 1324 Lathe Mill Combo
Ultimate Home Machine Shop -220V, 2HP
First choice for home or small repair shops when choosing a high precision industrial grade lathe mill combo. New added features make the Granite XT, the most powerful and versatile combo, even better!
New Granite XT 1324 Features:
- 13″ Swing – 24″ Between Centers – Compact and Flexible
- 2HP, 220V variable Drive – Cool and Efficient Running
- Standard R8 Spindle – Low Cost, Easy to Use Tooling
It acts as a lathe, a milling machine and a drill press. Not bad.
[ tok-sof-uh-lahyt ] SHOW IPA
noun
a devotee of archery; archer.
WHAT IS THE ORIGIN OF TOXOPHILITE?
Toxophilite “a devotee of archery” is based on the term Toxophilus “bow-lover,” which Roger Ascham coined for his book of the same name published in 1545. Toxophilus is based on Ancient Greek tóxon “bow” and phílos “loving, dear,” the latter of which we learned about from the recent Word of the Day philtrum.
If you were wondering whether tóxon is related to the English word toxic, you have good instincts! Toxic ultimately comes from Ancient Greek toxikòn (phármakon) “bow (poison),” that is, poison used on arrows. Tóxon may be related to or derived from an Iranian source; compare Persian takhsh “cross-bow, arrow.” Toxophilite was first recorded in English circa 1790.
HOW IS TOXOPHILITE USED?
Apollo used to be an Olympic-class archer, a toxophilite of the first rank, until he took a bribe from a betting syndicate and blew a contest he should have won easily.
JAMES LOVEGROVE, THE AGE OF ZEUS, 2010
–Dictionary.com
The School has honored their first graduating class of eight motorcycle technicians. The graduates successfully completed 360 hours of hands-on training and classroom sessions to become wrench-ready for their technician careers. An amazing 87.5% of these graduates were immediately placed into full-time roles in surrounding dealerships.
“The chemistry of the students with the instructors in this course was truly inspirational” said Doug Jackson, Woodstock Harley-Davidson/KTM/Triumph General Manager, and Midwest Motorcycle Mechanic School Leader. “The students have all improved greatly in proficiency and have vastly increased their knowledge of the motorcycle service industry. The difference in the student’s skills prior to this course versus today is nothing less than sensational.”
“After my dad surprised me with my first bike, I fell in love with riding,” says Class of 2022 graduate Amber. “I couldn’t see myself doing anything else. When I picked up a wrench, it just felt right.”
Slated to start in Fall 2022, Midwest Motorcycle Mechanic School is now enrolling students for their next class at the Woodstock, IL campus. For more information on the Midwest Motorcycle Mechanic School enrollment, click here:
www.mchenry.edu/motorcycletech.
Know an aspiring tech in need of financial support? Please visit
www.mchenry.edu/ncscholarships
Join the Petersen as we commemorate the 90th anniversary of the ’32 Ford and present Billy F. Gibbons with the Hot Rod Icon award. The event will feature a concert with the legendary Billy F. Gibbons, a live auction, and dinner, and serve as the opening festivities for our new Ross & Beth Myers Gallery.
Limited tickets available!
You won’t want to miss it!
June 11, 2022
5:30 PM – 10:00 PM
Petersen Automotive Museum
Tickets ($250) include:
– 45-minute performance by Billy Gibbons –
– Access to live auction –
– Complimentary food and open bar –
– Admission to Deuce Day Cruise-In on Sunday, June 12 –
JOSH BROLIN ON CHOPPERS MAGAZINE—The star of Outter Range strange TV series is now outta hand on the cover of Choppers Magazine.
WOW Motorcycles began life in the late 1980s as World On Wheels International, exporting motorcycles all over the globe. WOW Motorcycles shifted its focus to selling motorcycles directly to the public for great prices as the market changed.
WOW is hosting an open house with a stunt show, music, giveaways, food, kid zone, and exclusive MV Agusta riders area to celebrate the grand opening.
“The Atlanta market is one of the most important motorcycle markets in North America. I am very excited that WOW Motorcycles has come on board to represent MV Agusta in this crucial area as we continue to grow our historic brand. Says MV USA CEO Chris Henderson.
WOW, Motorcycles will display various models from MV’s robust lineup, including Brutale, Dragster, F3, Superveloce, Turismo Veloce, and the ultra-limited Brutale 1000 Nurburgring and the heart-stopping Hyper Naked RUSH.
LIFESTYLE DEAL OF THE WEEK— 2021 Harley-Davidson FLSL – Softail Slim for $16,995.00
see it here: https://www.lifestylecycles.com/default.asp?page=xPreOwnedInventoryDetail&id=12100573
ONLY 5 MILES!!!!!
This bike has passed Lifestyle Cycles rigorous 92-point safety and mechanical/structural inspection. Whether you’re looking to commute to work, ride the coast or take that dream vacation, this bike is ready to go!!!
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Fill out an online application and ride today!!!
**Open 7 days a week**
Just $22,995.00 at Lifestyle Cycles (714) 490-0155
We asked Dan Leadbetter of Lifestyle about the story behind five miles. Did the new owner show-up at home with this new ride and mom or the wife sent him back to the dealership? Was he a new rider and only made it around the block? What gives? Inquiring minds want to know.–Bandit
Sand Sports Super Swap this Saturday at OC Fair & Event Center in Costa Mesa
The Sand Sports Super Swap is this Saturday, May 21 at the OC Fair & Event Center in Costa Mesa.
The Sand Sports Super Show is a one-day opportunity for off-road enthusiasts to “swap” their sand toys and equipment. Sellers of new and used quads, dune buggies, motorcycles, tires, engine parts, helmets and anything for the off-road enthusiast are welcome.
Industry leaders, including Shreddy, UTV Wolfpack, Rugged Radios, Havoc Racing, Pedal Commander and many more will have show specials and discounts all day long.
The American Sand Association (ASA) will be raffling off a Polaris RZR Pro Turbo 4 and Genesis Overnighter Trailer later this year live at the Sand Sports Super Show in September.
Tickets for the raffle will be sold at the Sand Sports Super Swap. There will only be 1,000 sold for the RZR and for the trailer. Proceeds from the Polaris RZR will benefit the ASA, while the proceeds from the Genesis Overnighter will benefit the ASA, Glamis Veterans and Glamis Black Bag Project. The ASA protects the right to ride on all public lands in a responsible, environmentally balanced manner.
The Sand Sports Super Swap Live Floor Plan features Vendor booth names, descriptions and info, allowing exhibitors and shoppers to see who will be at the Swap and can be accessed by CLICKING HERE.
The Sand Sports Super Swap is open for business from 8 a.m. until 2 p.m. on Saturday, May 21.
Pre-sale tickets (ages 13+) are $5 until May 20 when purchased online. Day of Show Tickets (May 21) will be $10. Children ages 12 and under are free.
To purchase discount tickets in advance online as well as to buy a booth at the Sand Sports Super Swap, visit sandsportssupershow.com/sand-sports-super-swap.
Bikers Inside the Beltway
Yesterday, bikers from across the country arrived on Capitol Hill in Washington, D.C. to meet with lawmakers and staff to discuss important motorcycling issues.
Over 200 congressional offices from Alaska to Georgia met face to face with motorcycle advocates on topics like profiling, autonomous vehicles, ethanol and transportation funding. Both in the Senate and House of Representatives bikers answered questions about our priorities and encouraged lawmakers to defend our freedoms.
Our work in D.C. would be impossible without the time and effort MRF members expend coming to our nation’s capital. Thank you to all that made the trip, and truly make the MRF the voice of the street rider in Washington D.C.!
I am working on a new style old school basket that uses a newer chain drive style clutch pack, and the basket will be a 68 tooth with a 43 tooth front pulley and be a little smaller in diameter.
This will also use the 138-tooth belt so there is more adjustment for the tin primary customers.
— Scott
BDL
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High winds from May 12 storm caused damage statewide
SIOUX FALLS, SD – After severe weather, such as the windstorm that roared across South Dakota on May 12, workers and others involved in storm cleanup may face hazards related to falls, downed power lines and sharp debris as they conduct recovery and cleanup operations.
Employers and workers should also be aware of heat illness and hazards from equipment used during response/recovery operations, such as chain saws.
“The Occupational Safety and Health Administration reminds workers and employers to pause and evaluate hazards, safety procedures and the need for appropriate personal protective equipment during response and recovery operations,” said OSHA Area Director Sheila Stanley in Sioux Falls. “Hazards can be minimized with safe work practices, training and proper planning.”
- Evaluating work areas for hazards.
- Using engineering or work practice controls to minimize hazards.
- Wearing proper clothing and use personal protective equipment.
- Assuming all power lines are live.
- Using portable generators, saws, ladders, vehicles and other equipment properly.
- Following safety precautions in traffic work zones.
- Using fall protection when working at heights over 6 feet.
- Proper use of portable generators, saws, ladders, vehicles and other equipment such as front-end loaders and skid steers.
OSHA’s Response and Recovery page has additional information to assist in planning cleanup work safely.
Learn more about OSHA.
U.S. Department of Labor news materials are accessible at http://www.dol.gov. The department’s Reasonable Accommodation Resource Center converts departmental information and documents into alternative formats, which include Braille and large print. For alternative format requests, please contact the department at (202) 693-7828 (voice) or (800) 877-8339 (federal relay).
–Adam Croft
We can never make Peace in the outer world until we make Peace with ourselves.
–Dalai Lama
Today I let go of any stress, confusion, or discord. I no longer allow old beliefs, thought and habits of the past rule my world. I trust in the Infinite Power within to make my way clear. I remind myself of the choices I have of who I want to be and I am clear that my Life is one of Joy and Peace.
Remaining in the Consciousness of Oneness that my every need is met physically, mentally, and spiritually I accept this supply with deep gratitude. Anytime I feel the need I stop and go within and find the answer. As Rumi wrote “the universe is not outside of you. Look inside yourself; everything that you want, you already are.
Today Say: There is no better place to be than right here and right now. I Live in the present expressing my very best. I move forward with ease and grace having Faith and Trust in the Great Power within to dissipate any obstruction or challenge. I give thanks for my Truth and cherish the Peace and Order of this moment and every moment from here on. As it is written “the Lord is my Shepard and I shall not want” I move through my day in complete Faith.
And So It Is
Namaste’
When you feel a peaceful joy, that’s when you are near the truth.
–Rumi
Yale Gelfant
‘79 T140D.
–Bill May
This letter may be a little late in coming, but the Long Road is still 2 months to the day away and hopefully many of you have a flexible schedule or an easy going boss.
The 14th edition of the Long Road will continue to be a two night/stop ride. The feedback from the two-night format last year was all great. We picked great places to visit and do a short ride or two before we pack our gear and move on. This also gives breakdowns a chance to play catch-up. Of course, we’ll continue the “ Gypsy” style ride where we ride with as many or few others as we see fit.
The registration this year is $48. which includes a t-shirt, two nights use of the Planet Chopper roadhouse in Woodlawn, Virginia, beverages at The Rebel Spirit custom motorcycle shop in Thomasville, NC on Saturday, July 23rd and a catered meal when we return to Planet Chopper that evening.
Note: there is trailer parking available at Planet Chopper, call John Devonshire at 276-233-6974 to make arrangements.
For this years’ Long Road, there is a “Pre-Party” where those who are available and want to hang out for a couple of extra days. We will meet Friday July 15th at Soo Locks Campground located at 1001 E Portage Ave, Sault Ste. Marie, Michigan.
To make camping site reservations their number is 906-632-3191.
They are charging $35per night, but they allow up to 3 tents and 6 people on one site. Phone to make reservations. We will stay both Friday and Saturday night, departing Sunday the 17th for the “official” start. We will traverse the Mackinaw suspension bridge and run along the west side of Lake Huron in our journey.
Mention “Long Road” when you get to the campground and expect to pay $10. at the office. Our spots are already reserved in the group camping area.
419-684-7177
Up to six people per tent site at $32./night. Cabins are available. Talk to Heidi and mention “Long Road” for 10% discount.
Wednesday, July 20, it’s a full day ride south on the scenic roads of Ohio, then a little east towards Fayetteville, West Virginia, near the New River Gorge bridge, staying two nights at Rifrafters Campground 448 Laurel Creek Rd. Fayetteville, WV 25840
304-574-1065
$15./ night tent space and cabins are also available. Call for availability. We will stay for two nights (Wed the 20th and Thurs July 21st to soak in the scenery and enjoy the activities in the local area.
On Friday we ride to Planet Chopper roadhouse at 1203 Woodlawn Rd., Woodlawn, Virginia 24381 276-233-6974 for Friday and Saturday night (July 22-23). On Saturday we’re meeting up at The Rebel Spirit custom motorcycle shop for some beverages at the red bar/table that used to be the centerpiece of the Long Road Lounge at Smokeout.
We then return to Planet Chopper for an awesome catered meal and more cheer before we head back home Sunday.
To guarantee you a t-shirt, please register by June 25th. It also helps us to know what numbers of people we can expect for the planning part of the ride.
- Mike Allen PO Box 1442, Canon City, CO 81215
- Or can be sent to PayPal.me/TerreHeroux
Please shoot me a quick e-mail (reply) to let me know if you plan on coming. Let’s me know you got this e-mail too!
Hope to see y’all in July!
–Uncle Ben
An Old Golfer was hitting his ball from near a water hazard and his club fell into the water.
When he cried out, the Lord appeared and asked, “Why are you sad?”
The golfer replied that his club had fallen into the water and he needed the club to have a chance to win the tournament and supplement his meager pension.
The Lord went down into the water and reappeared with a solid gold club.
“Is this your club?” the Lord asked.
The golfer replied, “No.”
The Lord again went down and came up with a sterling silver club.
“Is this your club?” the Lord asked.
Again, the golfer replied, “No.”
The Lord went down again and came up with an old iron club.
“Is this your club?” the Lord asked.
The golfer replied, “Yes Lord, that’s it!”
The Lord was pleased with the golfer’s honesty and gave him all three clubs to keep,
and the golfer won his tournament and went home happy.
Sometime later, the golfer was walking with his wife along the water hazard, and she fell into the lake.
When he cried out, the Lord again appeared and asked him,
“Now Why are you sad?”
“Oh, Lord, my wife has fallen into the water!”
The Lord went into the water and reappeared with Kate Upton.
“Is this your woman?” the Lord asked.
“Yes,” cried the golfer.
The Lord was furious. “You lied! That is an untruth!”
The golfer replied,
“Oh, forgive me Lord. It is a misunderstanding.
“You see, if I had said ‘No’ to Kate Upton, you would have come up with Jennifer Anniston.
“Then if I said, ‘No to her, you would have come up with my wife. “Had I then said ‘Yes,’ you would have given me all three.
“And Lord, I am an old man not able to take care of all three women in a way that they deserve… so that’s why I said ‘Yes’ to Kate Upton.”
And God was pleased.
The moral of this story is:
If a golfer ever tells a lie, it is for a good and honorable reason, and only out of consideration for others.
Sissy bars have been a popular feature on motorcycles for a long time…
And for good reason.
Lowbrow has the largest selection of sissy bars, from ready-to-go, bolt-on versions to custom DIY kits.
SHOP SISSY BARS
PS – To learn about the history, uses and different styles, along with lots of action photos of killer bikes with sissy bars, scope out our What Is A Sissy Bar? article.
PPS – Help us spread the word and share this article with your friends by posting up www.lowbrowcustoms.com/sissy in your favorite group or forum!
All the gear (including extra gas!) needed for El Diablo Run packed nicely with the help of the sissy bars on these bikes. They provide a secure, easy mounting point for sissy bar bags!
Encore! Following the ‘1959 Legends’ custom edition Les Paul Standard Reissue guitar and Bonneville T120 motorcycle collaboration, Triumph and Gibson have stepped up to provide further support for the Distinguished Gentleman’s Ride.
Three additional guitars, each signed by a famous musician, with a custom painted guitar case each inspired by a legendary Triumph rider. These “Saints of Speed” custom guitar cases will be painted by the world-renowned guitar artist James Willis.
Donated to support The Distinguished Gentleman’s Ride, in its global charity efforts to raise awareness and funds in support of men’s mental health and prostate cancer, each of the Epiphone ‘Inspired by Gibson’ guitars pays homage to a Gibson music legend and each comes with the signature details and features that made them famous. The custom case that comes with each guitar will be painted by Nashville guitar artist, James Willis who owns multiple bikes and will be participating in this year’s Gentleman’s Ride on his Scrambler 1200 XC.
Further celebrating the connection between music and motorcycles, the guitars will be signed by musicians that are also passionate riders, each participating in this year’s Distinguished Gentleman’s Ride. The Epiphone ‘Inspired by Gibson’ J-200 will be signed by American country music artist Big Kenny, of Big & Rich. The Epiphone ‘Inspired by Gibson’ SG Standard will be signed by Canadian recording artist Clayton Bellamy of The Road Hammers. The Epiphone ‘Inspired by Gibson’ 1959 Les Paul Standard will be signed by English rock musician Billy Duffy of The Cult.
2nd Highest Global Fundraiser
Triumph Thruxton RS motorcycle, Hedon x DGR Hedonist Helmet & ELF Prize Pack
3rd Highest Global Fundraiser
Triumph Speed Twin 1200 motorcycle, Hedon x DGR Hedonist Helmet & ELF Prize Pack
Gentlefolk Competition 1st Prize (open to participants raising over $250)
Triumph Bonneville Bobber motorcycle, Hedon x DGR Hedonist Helmet
Gentlefolk Competition 2nd Prize (open to participants raising over $250)
* Epiphone ‘Inspired by Gibson’ J-200 guitar, signed by country artist Big Kenny
Highest Team Triumph Global Fundraiser (includes Triumph Dealer fundraising teams)
* Epiphone ‘Inspired by Gibson’ SG Standard guitar, signed by Canadian artist Clayton Bellamy
* Custom Triumph-inspired “Saints of Speed” guitar case, painted by artist James Willis
Spirit of ’59 Prize (open to participants raising over $59)
Epiphone ‘Inspired by Gibson’ 1959 Les Paul Standard guitar, signed by English rock legend, Billy Duffy of The Cult with custom Triumph-inspired “Saints of Speed” guitar case, painted by artist James Willis
Since its first year in 2012, the DGR global community has raised over $31m for men’s health. The event operates in over 900 cities and 114 countries around the world.
For more information and to join your local ride, visit:
www.gentlemansride.com
–from DealerNews
FICTION
The California legislature is considering a bill that would create a pilot program allowing six cities to issue exhaust noise tickets using noise detection cameras. These cameras work similarly to red light and speed cameras and are being tested in other cities around the country. Contrary to some media reports, the bill has not passed the legislature. As of this writing, it awaits consideration on the Senate floor and must then still pass the Assembly before moving to Gov. Gavin Newsom for final approval or veto.
More importantly, the bill does not change California’s existing exhaust noise laws, which is based on SEMA’s model bill. The law limits cars and trucks to 95-decibels of exhaust noise when tested using an objective SAE International procedure. Motorists that receive a ticket would still have the ability to have their vehicle tested by the Referee to determine compliance. A court may then use the test result to dismiss the ticket.
After exiting and disappointing dealers and bike owners, now Sales figures for end of Financial Year March 2022 shows H-D is again Number One in Sales of Top-End Motorcycles in India – motorcycles having engine capacity above 1000cc.
Unlike last time, when some entry-level models such as Street 750, Iron 883, and Forty-Eight were assembled locally – all of the models are fully-imported from overseas.
Another surprise was – highest selling models were not these entry-level models as in the past. This time 1000cc+ models clocked a big majority of sales.
Out of Total Sales of 601, the number of 1000cc plus models sold was 531 units – mostly of the new Pan America 1250 adventure tourer and Sportster S.
Note: In India, financial year runs from April 2021 to March 2022. Let’s see if petrol and commodity prices change anything in the Q1 and Q2 of FY-2023.
From Bikernet Blog:
https://blog.bikernet.com/harley-davidson-regains-number-one-position-in-indias-high-end-motorcycle-segment/
–Wayfarer
Chief Motorcycle Correspondent
Bikernet International News Bureau
BY H. G. WELLS
LONDON
CONSTABLE & COMPANY Ltd.
1912
INTRODUCTORY REMARKS
“Undiluted Atheism, theft and immorality…. I know of no language sufficiently potent to express fully my absolute detestation of what I believe to be the most poisonous doctrine ever put forward, namely Socialism.”
— His Grace the Duke of Rutland.
“Let all parties then unite to defeat this insidious Socialism which is threatening the country, and take immediate steps to expose and bring it to light. The country may truly be said to be sleeping over a veritable volcano which the next general election may precipitate, unless steps are taken at once to bring this nightmare into the light of day and force it out of its creeping nocturnal habits.”
— Mr. Dudley S. A. Cosby in the Westminster Review.
HANG ON!—Working on the Pandemic. The clutch sticks. The belt might be too tight, preventing the trans from shifting. I’ve spoken to three master mechanics and received valuable insight, which we will impart in a detailed tech next week.
Buck Lovell is shooting the Pandemic for Cycle source. Mike Stevenson a Hamster, chopper builder is working on a story about converting to a trike. This is heavy business for a guy who rode choppers all his life.
Next historic bike feature. The NELK- 1905- a unicorn- one of a kind. Shop burned down and this was the only surviving machine. Don Whalen the founder of Sierra Madre Motorcycle Company has the story details. “To me it combines elements of Art Deco, Streamline Moderne, — circles, cylinders, kidney shapes. Beautiful wood rims and grips,” said Markus Cuff, master photographer.
I’m also working on the second Chopper Chronicles story, which is a trip. But first I must question every aspect of this story line and challenge all my original assertions. WTF over?
Robert Pandya stopped by for dinner and whiskey last night. He is now the new COO of the Buffalo Chip. Hang on for changes at the City of the Chip. I can still feel the peanut-butter whiskey.
I’m also working on the first tech for the Irish Rich VL frame build with an S&S Knucklehead engine and I’m hoping to be able to install an Evo 5-Speed transmission. It’s my first build in my new Black Hills home, as soon as the fucking shop is finished.
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Lee Clemens from Departure Bike Works sent this highly modified S&S B carb and an intake manifold. I need a few more parts to make it complete for our Bonneville effort, the Salt Torpedo.
As you can see, it’s all nuts. But we’re making progress, goddammit!
Ride Free Forever,
–Bandit
MEMORIAL DAY BIKERNET WEEKLY NEWS for May 26, 2022
By Bandit |
Hey,
Memorial day has always been the summer kick-off party. But in a sense, it’s the ultimate freedom weekend. We are truly honoring the folks who died for freedom. The notion of freedom is being challenged right now in this country and other countries around the world.
As a country we’ve made mistakes, but freedom has always stepped up and help guide us. Fortunately we have freedom at our backs.
Memorial Day is a federal holiday in the United States for mourning the U.S. military personnel who have died while serving in the United States armed forces. It is observed on the last Monday of May. It was formerly observed on May 30 from 1868 to 1970. –Wikipedia
Enjoy the weekend.
Let’s hit the news:
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NEW YORK, N.Y. – Grammy award-winning artist, Lee Greenwood, best known for his signature song “God Bless the U.S.A.” will appear on Fox & Friends on Friday, May 27 to kick off Memorial Day weekend and launch the network’s summer concert series. Greenwood will also make appearances on Varney & Company, Fox News Radio, and more.
Additionally, on Sunday, May 29, Greenwood will make his way to Concord, NC, where he will perform the national anthem for the NASCAR Coca-Cola 600 at Charlotte Motor Speedway, which will also air on the Fox network.
Greenwood’s documentary, ‘Proud to Be an American: The Lee Greenwood Story,’ released in 2021, is still available for streaming on Fox Nation.
“For most people, Memorial Day is a day off of work and a chance to get together with family and friends and enjoy the last few days of spring, but it is also a solemn day of recognizing and paying tribute to those who paid the ultimate price in support of our country,” stated Greenwood. “It’s important to not lose sight of this, so I hope my presence there will help honor them.”
Greenwood is considered one of the most avid and longstanding supporters of America’s troops and veterans. He recently partnered with global firework manufacturer Black Cat ® to introduce a 42-shot “Proud to Be an American” firework available in select locations across the country.
He also recently partnered with veteran-owned Patriarch Distiller’s Soldier Valley Spirits to produce a signature line of whiskey, bourbon, and vodka, with a portion of proceeds going to support veterans’ charity groups. Elite Source Pro teamed with Greenwood to produce the “God Bless the USA Bible,”, which contains the King James Version of the Bible and includes the founding USA documents: Pledge of Allegiance, Constitution, Declaration of Independence, and Bill of Rights, as well as a copy of the handwritten chorus to “God Bless the USA.”
FEDS AT IT AGAIN— Seek Comments on Motorcycle Study
The federal government plans on studying aspects of motorcycle safety and it is asking for your comments. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) will begin collecting data from motorists in the states of Florida and Pennsylvania regarding “Driver Awareness of Motorcycles.”
Specifically, the survey data will be used to assist NHTSA in its ongoing responsibilities for: (a) Planning and designing research and program activities to improve motorcycle safety; (b) providing support to groups involved in developing and implementing motorcycle safety outreach programs and driver safety campaigns; and (c) identifying areas in driver awareness and knowledge that need attention.
NHTSA will use the information to produce a technical report that presents the results of the study. The technical report will provide aggregate (summary) statistics and tables as well as the results of statistical analysis of the information, but it will not include any personally identifiable information (PII). The project data will serve as a resource for NHTSA and stakeholders to identify gaps in knowledge among the driving public. The technical report will be shared with State highway offices, local governments, and those who develop traffic safety communications that aim to improve motorcycle safety.
This collection supports NHTSA’s efforts to increase motorcyclist safety by examining factors related to the interactions between motorcycles and other motorists and their vehicles. The information from this collection will assist NHTSA in (a) assessing the extent and limitations of motorist knowledge of safe behaviors toward motorcycles, and (b) identifying the issues to emphasize in traffic safety campaigns and driver education.
The collected information will help identify the beliefs, attitudes, and perceptions underlying driving behaviors towards motorcycles and inform the development of countermeasures to improve the safety of interactions between motor vehicles, specifically, motorcycles, and other vehicle types (primarily passenger cars and Sport Utility Vehicles (SUVs)).
Click here to read the notice in the Federal Register and learn more about what the federal government plans to study.
Comments to NHTSA are due by June 6th.
NEWS FROM SIERRA MADRE MOTORCYCLE COMPANY–Well, another elegant 100-year-old lady found Joan and I again. Looks like I need to make a trip to the left coast sometime soon to pick her up. She has a fresh Mark Hill motor with 1,000 test miles and is a Steve Huntzinger restoration of the highest standard.
It was Steve’s personal machine, an all-real factory-built Henderson that was missing an ammeter, kick lever and some other trinkets that took Steve 25 years to find. She has her original wheels restored and another set of modern wheels and tires built to compete with.
She is sleek, stunning, has a strong smooth heartbeat, and will be ready to do a cross country coast to coast endurance race likely in 2023, if and when I can get my 63-year-old body in proper physical condition. I need a windscreen and a set of saddlebags made. Any help with exact specs for the bags and other necessary preparation for endurance racing would be appreciated.
My vintage Moto friends around the world know I don’t just display my rides. These wonderful machines have a soul and were designed and engineered to be ridden. And I ride them all.
Steve Huntzinger has had this machine personally for 30 years. He told me it is an all real, all born at the factory machine when he found it. The ammeter, engine kick lever and some smaller bits were missing and it took him 25 years to find those few parts.
He had the entire chassis restored and decided to have Mark Hill, assist with the engine to incorporate some modern internal upgrades to allow it to be super dependable. More oiling passages, better bearings instead of babbits, and head and valve
work etc…
Then Steve finished the engine and installed it. Huntzinger also crafted a modern set of rims and tires to utilize on the Coast-to-Coast Cannonball. Clincher rims & tires are just risky on these high-speed Henderson’s.
Steve has a more modern Henderson and after 1,200 miles on this 1922 he decided it could have a new home. Sierra Madre Motorcycle Company was very proud to receive the opportunity to acquire and care for this Elegant Henderson Four.
–Steve Klein
On May 23, 1934, notorious criminals Bonnie Parker and Clyde Barrow are shot to death by Texas and Louisiana state police while driving a stolen car near Sailes, Louisiana. Bonnie Parker met the charismatic Clyde Barrow in Texas when she was 19 years old and her husband (she married when she was 16)
–History Channel
CONTROL FREAKS AT IT AGAIN–Automobile ‘kill switch’ law to spy on and control Americans
President Joe Biden recently signed a law mandating (persondating?) that all new vehicles sold after 2026 must be equipped with electronic “kill switches.” These switches could conceivably be used by government officials—or hackers—to seize control of one’s car without permission or oversight.
Oddly enough, the law was essentially hidden inside of the administration’s LGBTQ-friendly $1.2 trillion infrastructure bill that was passed late last year.
The “kill switch law” would potentially allow law enforcement to shut one’s car off remotely, and also to track the car’s metrics, location, and possibly even passenger load. The mandate was included under the pretext of helping to cut down on drunk driving while also preventing high-speed chases from occurring.
Such backdoor kill switches work through cars being continuously connected to wireless networks. Many, if not most, new cars (and virtually all electric cars) already come standard with wireless capability. Indeed, General Motors pioneered in-car (internet) connectivity more than a decade ago.
It is possible that the law could be challenged or repealed by a future federal government, as privacy issues with the mandate are glaring and obvious.
Former U.S. Rep. Bob Barr wrote an opinion piece, published in the Daily Caller last November, in which he stated that “kill switches” are a “privacy disaster in the making,” and noted that the law is “disturbingly short on details.”
–American Thinker
Q: How do we get the RPM act passed?
Q: How do we increase our congressional support in Washington?
A: The SEMA PAC
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Even a commitment of just $25-$100 a month can make a huge difference in our efforts. Click here to contribute now or call SEMA’s PAC Manager, Samantha Large, at 202-796-2252.
Our TIM STRUCK Limited Edition Signature Series Wearable Art Shirts!
SIGNATURE SERIES BUTTON-DOWNS & T-SHIRTS
We have searched out some of the industry’s leading artists to form a collaboration that we call our “Signature Series”. Our goal is to get their talent transformed from canvas to fabric, we call this Wearable Art. Keep a lookout as this Collection continues to grow while we work with world-wide talented artists that can now get their masterpieces on the backs of passionate enthusiasts like you!
Tim Struck Signature Series Button-Downs
Men’s Signature Series Tim Struck
Breaking Out Lightweight Shirt (Black)
FULL BUTTON-DOWN LIGHTWEIGHT PERFORMANCE FABRIC
Our specialized Performance Fabric is made with a moisture wicking 95/5 Polyester/Elastane mixture. Designed in a RELAXED FIT, that provides you with comfort and stretch.
RIDER FRIENDLY FEATURES
(Some features may be Patent Pending)
Designed with our innovative button?placement,?hidden collar snaps, and?anti-flap snap?closure?on front?placat and back of collar.?Enjoy?your ride?more?by keeping your shirt where it belongs.
HIGH QUALITY INDUSTRIAL DIGITAL PRINTING
We use the latest technology with the highest quality digital printers for the brightest, fullest colors that you will see but not feel on the fabric. There is a small branded woven label on the edge of your garment.
–American Biker
QUOTE of the day for Thursday News—
https://blog.bikernet.com/bmw-m-1000-rr-50th-anniversary-celebrated-with-insane-list-of-extras/
–Wayfarer,
Editor – Bikernet Blog
https://blog.bikernet.com/
This is the 2022-2023 (18th edition) of the Comprehensive Vintage Motorcycle Price Guide. Recently released, it has over 480 pages and over 100 different motorcycle marques (Japanese, British, European, American, etc…) with prices for motorcycles from 1901-2003.
There are over 150,000 prices in 6 different conditions. The book shows you how to properly grade a motorcycle and gives market analysis on “what is hot” when investing in vintage bikes. Prices are current and based on over 1 million ACTUAL SALES PRICES gathered each year by 450+ CVMPG experts worldwide.
It is pocket-sized for easy transport to shows, auctions, swap meets, and other events. The USA version is only $19.95 and available at www.jmhobbysupply.com. Click on “Redeem your coupon” and enter CVMPG DEAL to get $3 off your total for the book and shipping, plus a free bonus back issue! There is also a button for overseas orders, but there is no shipping to Australia right now due to Covid restrictions.
However, those in living in Great Britain can order the U.K version from Morton’s Media Group for only 25 Pounds Sterling at www.mortonsbooks.co.uk/product/view/productCode/15589/ and get free shipping, and they will also send the book to anywhere in Europe for only 9.95 Pounds Sterling.
— John DeBeck
jmotorcycleandmodelrrmuseum@hotmail.com
WACO REMEMBERED—Don’t ever forget.
https://www.facebook.com/wacoinjustice/videos/859097451111479
–from Rogue
Senior Editor
Bikernet.com™
The 14th edition of the Long Road will continue to be a two night/stop ride. The feedback from the two-night format last year was all great. We picked great places to visit and do a short ride or two before we pack our gear and move on. This also gives breakdowns a chance to play catch-up. Of course, we’ll continue the “ Gypsy” style ride where we ride with as many or few others as we see fit
The registration this year is $48. which includes a t-shirt, two nights use of the Planet Chopper roadhouse in Woodlawn, Virginia, beverages at The Rebel Spirit custom motorcycle shop in Thomasville, NC on Saturday, July 23rd and a catered meal when we return to Planet Chopper that evening.
Note: there is trailer parking available at Planet Chopper, call John Devonshire at 276-233-6974 to make arrangements.
For this years’ Long Road, there is a “Pre-Party” where those who are available and want to hang out for a couple of extra days. We will meet Friday July 15th at Soo Locks Campground located at 1001 E Portage Ave, Sault Ste. Marie, Michigan. To make camping site reservations their number is 906-632-3191. They are charging $35per night, but they allow up to 3 tents and 6 people on one site. Phone to make reservations. We will stay both Friday and Saturday night, departing Sunday the 17th for the “official” start. We will traverse the Mackinaw suspension bridge and run along the west side of Lake Huron in our journey.
The “official” start of Long Road 14 will be the only one night stay this year, Sunday July 17 at Point Au Gres Marina and Campground, 2325 S. Green Dr., Au Gres, Michigan 48703.
Mention “Long Road” when you get to the campground and expect to pay $10. at the office. Our spots are already reserved in the group camping area.
Monday July 18 we ride south to spend July 18-19 at Crystal Rock Campground, 710 Crystal Rock Ave. Sandusky, Ohio 44870,
419-684-7177
Up to six people per tent site at $32./night. Cabins are available. Talk to Heidi and mention “Long Road” for 10% discount.
Wednesday, July 20, it’s a full day ride south on the scenic roads of Ohio, then a little east towards Fayetteville, West Virginia, near the New River Gorge bridge, staying two nights at Rifrafters Campground 448 Laurel Creek Rd. Fayetteville, WV 25840
304-574-1065 $15./ night tent space and cabins are also available. Call for availability. We will stay for two nights (Wed the 20th and Thurs July 21st to soak in the scenery and enjoy the activities in the local area.
On Friday we ride to Planet Chopper roadhouse at 1203 Woodlawn Rd., Woodlawn, Virginia 24381 276-233-6974 for Friday and Saturday night (July 22-23). On Saturday we’re meeting up at The Rebel Spirit custom motorcycle shop for some beverages at the red bar/table that used to be the centerpiece of the Long Road Lounge at Smokeout.
Long Road medallions will awarded to new riders with Lincoln Infield from Full Throttle Magazine Carolinas covering the event.
We then return to Planet Chopper for an awesome catered meal and more cheer before we head back home Sunday.
To guarantee you a t-shirt, please register by June 25th. It also helps us to know what numbers of people we can expect for the planning part of the ride.
Checks or money orders for $48.(USD) can be mailed to:
Mike Allen PO Box 1442, Canon City, CO 81215
Or can be sent to PayPal.me/TerreHeroux
Include your shirt size.
Please shoot me a quick e-mail (reply) to let me know if you plan on coming. Let’s me know you got this e-mail too!
Hope to see y’all in July!
–Uncle Ben
BIKE FEATURE OF THE WEEK— A classic Panhead chop by Tsugumi.
They are both conservative chops built to ride.
–Sam Burns
Extreme Feature Editor
Bikernet.com™
See how nasty the heads are, I sure don’t want to take it apart much more. I would like to just paint the heads black! I may try some chemical gasket remover. Got the lifter blocks over in paint. Last time, as I locked the last pushrod tube in place I realized I forgot to paint them!
I skipped the cam & trans seals last time as it had only been down for about 4 years, I half- stepped it. Then got the ‘15 Roadglide. The I got rid of the 15 Roadglide and the Shovelhead was my only ride so I couldn’t tear it down.
It’s hot in Texas.
–RFR
In a rare example of common sense finally busting through on climate, Stuart Kirk, the head of responsible investing at HSBC Asset Management, decided he’d had enough of it all and gave a public talk “Why investors need not worry about climate risk” to a Financial Times Moral Money conference (whatever that is) including such priceless lines as “there’s always some nut job telling me about the end of the world.”
Having approved his talk the cowardly bigwigs at HSBC have now suspended him. But the cat is out of the bag. Even at the BBC, which a few weeks earlier admitted their climate editor was a wacky zealot who makes things up. As Britain’s Daily Mail put it, the introduction to a Justin Rowlatt-edited propaganda piece “Wild Weather” aired to whip up support for the UN’s COP26 last November claimed “the death toll is rising around the world and the forecast is that worse is to come.”
But the BBC’s Editorial Complaints Unit, a horrible name but a useful entity if done right, “said this risked giving the impression the rate of deaths from extreme weather-related events was increasing.” Which even the Beeb admits just ain’t so. Can sanity be intruding on the climate debate at long last?
–Climate Discussion Nexus
The secret of success is to be in harmony with existence, to be always calm to let each wave of life wash us a little farther up the shore.
–Cyril Connolly
Today my day is filled with harmony. Everywhere I go I see the harmony unfolding in ways I have never imagined. I let go of all confusion and discord. My thoughts are clear, and my mind is open to living Life in perfect order. Perfect expression of Health, Love, Peace, Energy, Abundance, Prosperity, and Success fill my day. My creative self-expression raises and manifests at a higher level for I am Divinely inspired. I know what to do and how to do it.
I am so grateful for this clarity. As I express Life at this new and higher level of self, I encourage others to do the same.
Today I let go of all limitations, fears and doubts and express My Truth like never before. My Life unfolds in Perfect Harmony and I Love My Life.
And So It Is
Namaste’
One must marry one’s feelings to one’s beliefs and ideas. That is probably the only way to achieve a measure of harmony in one’s life.
–Yale Gelfant
Choppers Cycle
Memorial Day Weekend – May 27th – 28th
FREE concert for Veterans, Active Military, Military Spouses! Thank you Toby Keith, Justin Moore and Craig Morgan for giving back! Take a Veteran for a great weekend!
–Born to Ride
COMING FROM CHOPPERS MAGAZINE— Over the last few years, I cannot even begin to count the number of people who have told me to check out the Georgia Grundle Run.
They always go on and on about how the Grundle Run is a real old school chopper event that looks like something straight out of a 1970s issue of Easyriders.
Grab a copy of the latest issue featuring
– Frank Kaisler
– Josh Brolin
– Brian Bowan Smith
– Born Free 12
and so much more!
LOWDOWN 2022 ACTION— There are 30 days between right now and an epic party in the woods…
No organized bike show. No vendors. No BS. This is a campout party in the woods. Be there.
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KAYLEIGH BUYCK FIRES FIRST AT ROYAL ENFIELD BTR OPENER—
BUILD. TRAIN. RACE Road Race opening round heats up the already scorching MotoAmerica action at Virginia International Raceway
Milwaukee, WI (Monday, May 23, 2022) – Nerves and emotions were high as the women of Royal Enfield’s groundbreaking Build. Train. Race. (BTR) Road Racing program took to the track at Virginia International Raceway, Sunday, May 22, for the first round of the 2022 season.
For the first time, the full grid, each aboard a Royal Enfield Continental GT 650 of their own unique build, took the green lights at the MotoAmerica North American Road Race Championship. Through the intense Virginia heat and humidity, and the most competitive grid BTR has ever seen, it was 30-year-old Kayleigh Buyck of Sodus, New York who emerged victorious.
Buyck not only won the final race, but topped the charts in both practice and qualifying sessions. On paper it was a flawless performance, but was anything but a runaway victory for Buyck, who also had her share of drama when she crashed in Q2.
Cora Tennyson passed Buyck for the lead in the early laps of Sunday’s main race, only to end her efforts with a spectacular high-side. From there, Buyck resumed the lead, with Crystal Martinez relentless in her pursuit. Martinez finished less than a second behind at the checkered flag. Not far off was Chloe Peterson, who rounded out the overall podium.
“I still haven’t found the words to describe the thousands of feelings from our first BTR race,” said Buyck. “Being able to hold pole position all weekend even after a bad crash, and then to pull a win is a feeling I cannot describe. Being on this team, racing with 14 other amazing women who empower each other is a dream come true. We are all each other’s biggest fans and having Breeann Poland, Melissa Paris and Anne Roberts there to make this all a possibility is something I will forever be grateful for!”
Even Tennyson, who didn’t get to run the full distance, and also incurred a jump-start penalty, had some good takeaways from the weekend. “Despite how it ended, I am very proud of what I was able to accomplish before my crash,” said Tennyson. “After a jump start and falling from second to seventh, I was able to battle back to the front. All of the ladies showed tremendous effort and resilience and I’m proud to ride with them.”
Alyssa Bridges was the top finisher among the returning BTR Road Racing women, and reflected on the change from the 2021 season to the far more competitive 2022 class of racers. “This year having more people to battle with is fun,” said Bridges. “I’ve improved a lot after being brand new to this sport last season and I’m happy I get to battle a few returning teammates, as well. The rivalries, race battles and crowded grid add even more fun, and it’s a pleasure to be around even more talented personalities to learn from.”
“This weekend went about as good as we could ask for,” said Breeann Poland, Marketing and Communications Lead – Royal Enfield Americas. “The racing was incredible. These ladies went at it and really put on a great show. Every single rider improved throughout the weekend. Spirits were high throughout with great teamwork, and all the participants helped each other both on and off the track. We’re pretty thrilled with how the opening round went.”
“We unfortunately had one low point this weekend; racer Patty Paul crashed in practice and suffered a broken collarbone. We wish her a speedy recovery and look forward to having her rejoin the paddock this season.
“Thank you again to all the Build. Train. Race. sponsors. We couldn’t do it without their support. And the reception from fans and the MotoAmerica paddock was more than we could ask for. We’re in for an outstanding season and we’re already looking forward to Road America in two weeks.”
THE RIDERS
Find bios on all 15 BTR Road Race women at the Build. Train. Race. website.
2022 BTR Road Racing Roster
#52 – Kayla Theisler, 26, Milwaukee, Wisconsin
#27 – Michaela Trumbull, 29, Sheridan, Wyoming
#30 – Alyssa Bridges, 31, Orange County, California
#44 – Trisha Dahl, 31, Minneapolis, Minnesota
#21 – Bridgette LeBer, 29, Port Angeles, Washington
#31 – Ash Truxal, 31, Oakland, California
#55 – Chloe Peterson, 31, Steger, Illinois
#95 – Cora Tennyson, 36, Brandenburg, Kentucky
#25 – Crystal Martinez, 34, Thousand Oaks, California
#62 – Hannah Stockton, 23, Kansas City, Missouri
#19 – Jenny Chancellor, 46, Tumwater, Washington
#23 – Jessica Martin, 38, Savannah, Georgia
#16 – Kayleigh Buyck, 30, Sodus, New York
#11 – Nicole Pareso, 34, Carrolton, Ohio
#79 – Patty Paul, 57, Berrien Springs, Michigan
THE NEXT RACE
2022 Royal Enfield BTR Road Racing Schedule
Jun 3-5 (Rnd 2) Road America, Elkhart Lake, WI
More information 2022 MotoAmerica
Motorcycle Helmet Laws in the United States.
Did you realize that many states have different laws when it comes to whether or not you’re required to wear a helmet while on your bike? Whether you’re planning on a cross-country trip or moving to a new state, you’ll want to make sure you understand the motorcycle helmet laws in each state you’re riding through.
States with Motorcycle Helmet Laws
Most states have some laws that require a rider and their passenger to wear helmets. Some states, such as Alaska, Arizona, Colorado, Hawaii, Indiana, New Mexico, Utah, and Maine, require riders and passengers ages 18 and under to wear a helmet.
Other states have motorcycle helmet laws for riders of all ages. For example, riders and passengers in states such as California, Maryland, Nevada, New York, Oregon, and Washington must wear a safety helmet at all times regardless of how old they are.
There are just a few states that don’t have any requirements when it comes to helmet laws, regardless of the age of the rider. These rare states include Illinois, Iowa, and New Hampshire.
We’ve highlighted the most important information to know for each state below so it’s easy for you to plan your next ride.
–Law Tigers
BIKERNET ARCHIVES OF THE WEEK—Indians have popped up everywhere this week. We took Adrian’s 2015 in for service. It’s a beautiful machine and he was about to ride it to Nebraska from Sturgis.
It needed fork seals. The tech said every 15,000 miles it’s a must to replace them.
Buck Lovell, who is shooting my Pandemic for Cycle Source Magazine, recently bought a new 2022 model with a dying battery. “They said it was cool,” Buck said. But the first day he able to ride it, the battery was toast. Of course, the dealer said they wouldn’t take care of him… We’ll see.
https://www.bikernet.com/pages/web_page.aspx?id=170
And so, here’s a link to all the articles we wrote about building my 2014 Indian, one of the first Polaris years. Rumor has it, Polaris only built 10,000 that year, but each one was a stellar throwback to ‘50s classic Chiefs. I still dig the shit out of this bike.
–Bandit
It took us a long time to discover where Buffalo Bill Cody’s best friend, Jonathan “Buffalo Chips” White, was buried. I expected him to have been buried at the Fort Meade Cemetery with many of the horse cavalry troops who gave it all while helping to piece this Republic together. It was quite a surprise to find his grave and an Official US Scout Memorial right at the battlefield where he lost his life to a bullet believed to have been sent his way by Chief American Horse.
American Horse was leading his people in a fight for freedom. Buffalo Chips was riding ahead of the 5th Cavalry and headed to Deadwood. The paths of these mortal enemies met just a few weeks after Greasy Grass (Custer’s Last Stand) about 88 miles north of the Buffalo Chip. As fate would have it, it was the end of the trail for both men, killed by what turned out to be the last battle of the American Indian Wars.
It’s a beautiful ride up to the Slim Buttes battlefield. Pass a couple of ghost towns, a bunch of pronghorn antelope, a few dinosaurs, a stage stop or two and we’ll arrive at an historical marker that tells the tale. The graves and Memorials, almost hidden on the hillside, are set just above the draw, site of the deadly violence. It was not a cowboy & Indian movie.
Some might call it a colorful bit of our history, a clash of two cultures. It was not that long ago. Memorial Day seems a call for reflection, a day of peace and freedom. It’s a great day for a ride. I’ll be saddling up at 0900 on Memorial Day, May 30th at the Big Engine here at the Chip. I invite you to join me. We’ll stop at a couple of pretty cool places along the way. Bring your own beverage, hardtack and jerky.
You can just show up for the ride and please bring along a friend or two. I’d be excited, though, to get a text that you’ll be joining us, rain or shine. 605.641.8490. Please meet me at 8:30 a.m. in front of my office. I will be parked out front with my white H-D. We’ll have coffee & snacks and then, rain or shine, it’ll be kickstands up at 0900 hours. I’m looking forward to riding with you.
–Woody
The NEW SMOKEOUT RALLY–Teams Up with Dennis Kirk!
The Original Chopper Party Is Set To Do Big Things With A New Title Sponsor In 2022.
With two decades under its belt The SmokeOut Rally has become synonymous with garage builders and the custom motorcycle culture. At the same time, national parts distributor, Dennis Kirk, has gone far and above to provide support to the very same culture through their GarageBuild.com, Garage Build Bike Shows and community based efforts.
It makes perfect sense that these two entities would come together for the SmokeOut Rally’s triumphant return to Salisbury, NC, September, 8, 9, and 10th, 2022. This new partnership will give the SmokeOut the horsepower it needs to continue the great standard of music and entertainment that event goers have come to expect.
As evident in their slogan, “We Ship Today”, Dennis Kirk understands the importance of all ends of our culture. They truly know that we want to ride more and wait less. This is part of the reason why they support their customers from the warehouse shelves through the small home garages all across the country and finally to the country’s original Chopper Party, The SmokeOut.
To get what you need to get your ride ready to roll to the SmokeOut or just to give them a thumbs up for their support stop by www.DennisKirk.com or GarageBuild.com.
You can get your tickets to the SmokeOut Rally and stay up to date with what’s hitting the line-up by visiting www.SmokeOutRally.com
Ride Safe,
–Heather Callen
Vice President
Source Media Group
Cycle Source Magazine, Torque Performance
ShopTalk, Torque Performance TV
Office – 724-226-2867
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TRIKES OF THE WEEK—
–Sam Burns
Trike Editor
LACONIA RALLY NEWS–Full Lineup of Events at NH Motor Speedway during 99th Progressive Laconia Motorcycle Week
June 11th-19th, 2022 – New Hampshire – home to America’s Original Riding Rally
NH Motor Speedway has, historically, been a large part Laconia Motorcycle Week®. Best known for hosting NASCAR Cup and Xfinity Series races, it is the largest sports and entertainment facility in New England. Since the early days of the rally it has earned the distinction of becoming one of Motorcycle Week’s top attractions, located only 20 minutes from Laconia, and offering more than 8 days of motorcycle-related events for riders and spectators.
Known as “America’s Original Extreme Sport,” short track racing returns to NHMS for its second year. The event features AFT Twin and AFT Single motorcycles racing around a .25-mile dirt flat track in heat races, semis and main events.
Hosted by USCRA, the oldest vintage motorcycle racing organization in the U.S., this event features vintage bikes ranging from 1950s tank shifters to modern small bike twins, racing on the main track at speeds topping 130 miles per hour.
Katancha & Harley-Davidson will host the largest demo ride course in the area along with a vendor mall & food court from 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. The nearly nine-mile route will take riders through an on- & off-property experience to test out the latest and greatest that the top motorcycle manufacturers in the world, such as Harley-Davidson, have to offer. Vendors will be on site with gear, accessories, sound systems & more for bikers.
The 99th annual Loudon Classic Middleweight Grand Prix hits the 1.6-mile full road course on Saturday, June 18. Known as the longest-running motorcycle race in America, the Classic has been held on site since long before the speedway was built, when it was simply a road course known as Bryar Motorsports Park. The weekend will feature Northeast Motorcycle Road Racing competing in round three of Championship Cup Series racing (June 19-20). Divisions include classes such as Formula 1, Formula 2, Formula 3, Formula 4, Formula 40, Formula 50, Formula 60, Grand Prix, GT 500, GTL, GTO, GTU, Motard, Moto 3, Sportsman, Superbike, Super Singles, Supersport, Super Twins, Thunderbike and Unlimited.
June 18 Musket Dirt Shootout
This inaugural event will feature four-wheelers from the Dirt Midget Association & Sprint Cars of New England racing on the flat track in 500cc and 600cc classes.
The Speedway also offers several camping options for rally attendees looking to stay close to the track. Options range from 20’ x 50’ sites for tents to trackside terrace facilities for RV’s.
For tickets and information on all NH Motor Speedway events visit nhms.com
A request: please order the book this week if you haven’t already. Preorders and first-week sales of a book are crucial to getting on bestseller lists, which are crucial to spreading the message of this book as soon as possible.
Fossil Future has a great chance of becoming a New York Times national bestseller (the most important list). My publisher has already tripled their first printing, and we’ve sold well over 10,000 copies already. If we sell at least 10,000 more copies this week, we will definitely earn our way onto the list (it’s possible the Times will deliberately remove Fossil Future from the list, in which case I will call them out very publicly).
To further incentivize you to buy Fossil Future during launch week, I am giving away a pretty incredible set of bonus resources to anyone who buys the book and sends a receipt to fossilfuture@alexepstein.com.
My 90-minute discussion with legendary investor and entrepreneur Peter Thiel on the future of energy, security, and freedom. (Plus a bonus 10-minute follow-up discussion with Palmer Luckey, founder of Oculus VR and of Anduril—a revolutionary new national defense technology company.)
Access to my exclusive live event “How to Talk to Anyone About Climate Change”
A 6-month premium subscription to my Energy Talking Points Substack ($50 value)
All you need to do is…
Step 1: Buy Fossil Future from Amazon or any other retailer
Step 2: Send the receipt to fossilfuture@alexepstein.com
That’s it!
To life, liberty, and the pursuit of energy. See recommendations below.
–Alex
Chix on 66 Presented by Harley-Davidson Receives Sponsorship from Stilettos on Steel Female Riders Group—
May 23, 2022 – Riveter Chapter of the AMCA is happy to announce that Stilettos on Steel® Female Riders Group is providing sponsorship support for the Chix on 66 ride June 10–25, 2022. Stilettos on Steel® is a female-owned business providing membership and networking services to female motorcycle riders all across the United States. Their driving desire is to help women who dream of riding to take the next step in becoming a motorcycle rider.
More experienced members enjoy working with new riders to help them hone the skills learned in their riding class and prepare them for adventures on the open road.
Stilettos on Steel President/CEO Anne Zube says, “I’m honored to be contributing to this momentous ride. It’s a beautiful thing when a dream is spoken by one and women come together to see it come to fruition. Stilettos on Steel connects members so that they can cultivate relationships with other female riders, and in turn be educated, enlightened and empowered by new experiences.
We look forward to following the Chix on 66 journey.”
Many of our Chix riders are members of local Stilettos chapters, and we are proud to receive such a strong endorsement from the national organization.
Chix on 66 is a cross-country ride comprising 40 women that will follow the entirety of Route 66 from Chicago, Illinois, to Santa Monica, California, adhering to the original alignment to the extent possible.
For every day of the two-week, 2,500-mile journey, the group will begin and end together, but each woman can make the journey into what she wants it to be. The route will cover anywhere from 100 to 300 miles per day, with most days around 200 miles, allowing for an easy pace and ample time to stop for photos of the iconic points of interest along the Mother Road.
Riveter Chapter President Karan Andrea says, “I joined the Stilettos on Steel® WNY Chapter a few years ago, and in that chapter, I have met women who have become my closest friends. Several of these women have joined Riveter in support of my passion for antique bikes—two of whom are doing the Chix ride with me. Being able to bring Stilettos and Riveter together this way is exactly what I was hoping to see happen with this event.”
Stilettos on Steel® was founded in 2010 in Madison, Wisconsin, and has since expanded across the country with official chapters in Wisconsin, Michigan, Florida, New York, Massachusetts, Connecticut, Missouri, Iowa, Kentucky, Oklahoma, Arizona, California, Illinois, North and South Carolina, Georgia, Ohio, Tennessee, Virginia, Utah, Alabama, Pennsylvania, Kansas, Texas and Indiana.
If only the EV and automated could do as you say: “You can clearly mention you are not against Banning anything – the American tradition of market deciding preferred product is best.”
Unfortunately, we are being forced through Climate Doom. I don’t want to Ban anything. I want them all to have their day in the market and they will ultimately prove their worth or not. Right now, the playing field is not level.
As I have said many times. I just want scientific transparency. If we are not doomed, then whatever works will shine. And ultimately new technology will shine and survive or die.
Maybe electric vehicles will ultimately do the trick. Maybe we need to burn fossil fuels to help feed the planet.
It’s all interesting. I just want freedom to work and the truth to shine. I don’t like being dictated to, no biker does.
All the best,
–Bandit
5-Ball Leathers will be featured center-stage. Watch for 5-Ball logos, flags and pop-up.
BIKERNET GUN NUT REPORT–This is a great day for gun rights in America.
The Ninth U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals has ruled against a California law barring people under the age of 21 from purchasing semiautomatic rifles. This law was blatantly unconstitutional, and now it’s no more. This is a truly HISTORIC victory for gun rights in America, and our team was only able to argue in court because of YOUR support.
Our team is ecstatic that we’ve achieved such a huge win. The truth is, though, this case was just the first of many egregious legal assaults on the Second Amendment we’re expecting this summer. We need to make sure our SECOND AMENDMENT LEGAL DEFENSE FUND is locked and loaded going forward if we want to keep winning.
–Second Amendment Foundation
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MAY MOTORCYCLE SAFETY MONTH–Congratulations to all the states that obtained their safety awarenss proclamations for May 2022.
In New Mexico we were able to obtain signed proclamations from all 33 counties in our stste and a signed proclamation from the governor.. This is the third year we have obtained a proclamation from all 33 counties 2018, 2021, and 2022.
Motorcyclists from each county attended the city council meetings and were presented with the proclamation and took pictures with the city officials.
We credit this accomplishment to a member of our community Richard Sturgeon who has taken the time to advocate the proclamation in all 33 counties to promote May as Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month. Richard is the Chair of the Los Alamos National Laboratory Motorcycle Safety Committee and was honored as NMMRO 2022 Motorcyclist of the year.
We were also honored that so many riders in our state took part in this. Richard said he has new ideas for future proclamations. We are hoping by involving the enter state in promoting safety we can save lives and reduce the number of crashes in our state.
–Annette Torrez
New Mexico MRF Rep
Most fans will recognize Nita Strauss as Alice Cooper’s touring guitarist of the past 5 years, but she has also played with R&B star Jermaine Jackson, early MTV darlings Femme Fatale, video game supergroup Critical Hit and popular tribute band The Iron Maidens.
She’s a headliner at the magnificent Iron Horse Saloon on Lazelle during the rally. Hang on for more reports.
HOLLISTER CANCELED– HOLLISTER RALLY LIVES ON… VIRTUALLY
NEW PRODUCT OF THE WEEK–Ken’s Factory Perch Helmet Lock
Ken’s Factory saw a need in the industry for an elegant and functional way to secure your helmet to your bike and they designed the seamlessly custom Helmet Lock & Perch which is exclusively available through your HardDrive dealer.
Its low profile will keep the lock discrete and out of your way and replaces the stock perch halves on `84-Up Big Twins and `04-UP Sportsters.
The black clamp half set replaces the stock brake master perch w/lock and clutch perch and the tamper proof hardware with lock and key will keep your expensive helmet on your bike, where it belongs.
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V-Twin Visionary
A two-wheeled media circus.
–Thomas Jefferson
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ESG or “Environmental, social, and corporate governance” is, to put the matter bluntly, a device for bullying companies into putting other peoples’ money into left-wing causes. In another sign of hope, they seem to be getting tired of the racket. The always colourful Elon Musk called ESG “a scam” after S&P Global’s ESG index dropped his Tesla electric vehicle giant from its list while including ExxonMobil.
Prompting NBC to stammer that “Some climate advocates – who see Musk as having made real gains in reducing the nation’s dependency on fossil fuels – wonder why Musk, of all the world’s billionaires, has touched such a nerve on the left.”
Must have something to do with reality. As the Manhattan Contrarian says out loud, “I think that he has recognized that the net zero utopia necessary for Tesla to have continuing exponential growth is impossible and not going to happen.” And not only has the world’s richest man soured on ESG, so has the world’s largest asset manager.
Yeah. This is not complicated. You’ve got that cunt Pelosi over there shaking the faggot’s little peepee, giving him billions of dollars because the Ukraine is just so fucking valuable to our well-being. It’s fucking Europe and that’s what they do there since the ancient Greeks. W
We went over there twice in ww1 and ww2 to save Europe so that the Muslims could take it over without firing a shot, the fake fucking flu probably CAME from the Ukraine and not china, and who the fuck cares?
Every country in Europe is interchangeable. it’s fucking Europe. we LEFT Europe to get AWAY from those assholes. And the fucking Ukraine is the most USELESS of all the European countries. No wonder Biden likes the place. He likes anything that stupider and more corrupt than he is.
So, yeah, they should give it to Putin, because who the fuck cares. It’s Europe. THAT’S WHAT THEY DO THERE!!!!
Thank you. basically.
–J.J. Solari
However, bringing all the necessary supplies on your trip is essential to having the best experience. To help you out, we’ve compiled a list of all of the most critical items you’ll need for your trip. Read on to learn our ultimate motorcycle road trip packing list.
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THIS JUST IN FROM THE NMA–Speed Trap Karma Part 1
Reason.com recently published a list of eleven U.S. towns where their police forces were either disbanded or their autonomy as a governmental entity was dissolved because of an addiction to, and dependence on, ticket revenue. We thought it would be informative to present excerpts from Reason’s article for those cities along with select driver-sourced comments about those same locations to the NMA’s National Speed Trap Exchange at https://www.speedtrap.org.
Revenue hunting under the guise of traffic law enforcement is a crime against the public. While these cities eventually got caught, they showed that crime can pay.
Castleberry, Alabama
This town is 90 miles northeast of Mobile.
Reason:
“In 2017, the News reported that Castleberry, Alabama, with a population of about 500, was generating revenue through what amounted to highway robbery. More than a dozen lawsuits claimed that Castleberry officers illegally arrested and searched motorists, seizing their cash and cars without filing charges or even paperwork. In the ensuing scandal, Castleberry trimmed its police force down to just two part-time police officers.”
Speedtrap.org report (pre-scandal):
“There are four uniformed policemen and two auxiliary police, one of which carries a weapon for a population of around 600 residents. One cannot drive through the town without seeing a traffic stop in progress. There is always someone on patrol, even during the nighttime hours. Tickets are given for five miles over the limit of 40 miles per hour.”
Wilmer, Alabama
Wilmer, 30 miles northwest of Mobile, became unincorporated in 1993 after its infamy as a speed trap town spread.
Reason:
“In the early 1990s, Wilmer controlled eight miles of U.S. 98, a popular route for drivers coming from Mississippi’s dry counties to stock up on booze. In the short stretch of U.S. 98 that Wilmer policed, the speed limit changed six times.
“Wilmer gained such an obnoxious reputation that one local business, Snuffy Smith’s antique store—which also sold liquor, pigs’ feet, ammunition, and bait—put up a 12-foot sign that read, ‘MOTORISTS BEWARE. SPEED TRAP NEXT 6 MILES.’
“The local district attorney investigated Wilmer in 1992 and concluded that the town had been running a speed trap for the past decade to keep itself afloat. Several former Wilmer police officers said the mayor and town council gave them ticket quotas to meet. The district attorney warned Wilmer to knock it off, or he would seek a court order against the town.”
Speedtrap.org report:
“Small town along old Route 98. I believe the new Route 98 solved that one. Was notorious, well-known.”
Fruithurst, Alabama
Fruithurst is less than an hour’s drive from the outskirts of Atlanta. It has 235 residents according to the 2020 census.
Reason:
“In 1975, Alabama Attorney General Bill Baxley declared that the small hamlet of Fruithurst, near the Georgia border, was ‘the worst speed trap in the nation’ and ‘a terrible blot on the good name of Alabama.’
“Under scrutiny, Fruithurst abolished its police force. Baxley filed a lawsuit seeking an injunction and took the unusual step of setting up a public defender’s office in a trailer next to Fruithurst’s town hall, promising representation for anyone ensnared by the speed trap. Fruithurst settled the lawsuit by agreeing not to patrol the highway anymore.”
Speedtrap.org:
No reports. Fruithurst ceased traffic enforcement before the NMA database was created.
Next week, Part 2 will give insight into the last five speed traps plus some dishonorable mentions just in time for Memorial Day Weekend. Drive safe out there and anytime you encounter a speed trap, enter it into the driver-curated http://www.speedtrap.org website.
DIRECT FROM THE BIKERNET MEDICAL CENTER— Guide to Letting Go of Stress
How to Let Go of the Stress
Let’s say you’re experiencing a moment of stress right now.
Something isn’t going the way you’d like, things are chaotic or overwhelming, someone isn’t acting the way you’d like, you’re worried about something coming up.
The first practice is to drop into your body and notice how the stress feels, physically. Be present with the feeling — it’s not a problem to have stress in your body, it’s just a physical feeling. You can observe the physical sensation, just be with it. This can be your whole practice, and it only has to take a few moments.
The second practice is to notice the ideal, or your narrative, about the situation. What’s causing this stress in your body? You have some ideal about how the world should be, how the other person should be, how you should be. And the world, the person, or you are not meeting that ideal. Notice that right now. Notice what you’re saying to yourself about it: “They shouldn’t act like that, I don’t like this, I’m such a screwup and not worthy of love.”
What do you say to yourself? Is this a familiar narrative? Notice that the ideal and the narrative are causing the effect of the stress, anxiety, fear, feeling of overwhelm. They aren’t serving you very well.
Also notice that they are completely fabricated by your mind. You created this ideal and the narrative. They are harming you, and you made up this dream. That’s nothing to beat yourself up about, but just to recognize. The good news: If you created it, you can let it go as well.
The third practice is to let go and just be. What would it be like to be in this moment without the ideal and the narrative? You’d be at peace. You’d be present in this moment. You’d be free. Perhaps more loving (to yourself or others).
Ask yourself what it would be like to not have the ideal and narrative. See if you can feel what it would be like, just for a moment. In that moment, you are free. You can relax, open your mind beyond your self-concern, and just be.
This is a state of openness that you can drop into at any moment. Just notice the sensations of this moment — the sensations of your body, of your surroundings. Notice the other people in your life and their beautiful hearts. Notice how amazing it is to be alive right now, what a gift it is to have sight, hearing, taste, a body. What a privilege, what a joy!
You don’t have to be grateful and joyous in every moment, but this freedom of dropping ideal and narrative, and being at peace … it’s always available. Even in moments of chaos, you can be free, and even appreciate the beauty of the chaos.
This story was originally published on the ZenHabits.net site.
–BY LEO BABAUTA
–Epoch Times
THE ELECTRIC BIKERNET WEEKLY NEWS for May 5th, 2022
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I was a lot happier there than when I came home, had a fewcverey fuckedup years.
–A.J.
Deland, FL
Friday, New Hampshire Governor Chris Sununu signed HB 1000, a bill titled “Prohibiting Motorcycle Profiling.” This bipartisan bill was sponsored by 10 different members of the New Hampshire House of Representatives and passed both chambers of the legislature by voice vote before ending up on the governor’s desk for his signature. New Hampshire now becomes the 5th state with a law regarding the profiling of bikers.
The new law states:
“No state, county, or municipal law enforcement agency shall engage in motorcycle profiling. Motorcycle profiling shall mean use of the fact that a person rides a motorcycle or wears motorcycle-related paraphernalia as a basis for deciding to stop and question, take enforcement action, arrest, or search a person or vehicle under the United States Constitution or the New Hampshire constitution.”
The New Hampshire Motorcyclists’ Rights Organization (NHMRO), working in partnership with other individuals and groups, including the New Hampshire Motorcycle Task Force, fought for passage of this piece of legislation. Earlier in the year bikers testified before lawmakers about the need to address profiling and shared personal stories about how profiling had impacted them.
Congratulations to all those who worked so hard on this bill. Special thanks to Speaker of the New Hampshire House Sherm Packard, NHMRO President Traci Beaurivage and John from the Granite State Brotherhood MC for their dedication and hard work.
New Hampshire is living up to its famous state motto, “Live Free or Die!”
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Song: Ramblin’ Man
Album: Brothers and Sisters (1973)
Lord, I was born a ramblin’ man
Tryin’ to make a livin’ and doin’ the best I can
And when it’s time for leavin’
I hope you’ll understand,
That I was born a ramblin’ man
Well my father was a gambler down in Georgia,
He wound up on the wrong end of a gun.
And I was born in the back seat of a Greyhound bus
Rollin’ down highway 41
Lord, I was born a ramblin’ man
Tryin’ to make a livin’ and doin’ the best I can
And when it’s time for leavin’
I hope you’ll understand,
That I was born a ramblin’ man
I’m on my way to New Orleans this mornin’
Leaving out of Nashville, Tennessee
They’re always having a good time down on the bayou
Lord, them Delta women think the world of me
Lord, I was born a ramblin’ man
Tryin’ to make a livin’ and doin’ the best I can
And when it’s time for leavin’
I hope you’ll understand
That I was born a ramblin’ man
Lord, I was born a ramblin’ man
Lord, I was born a ramblin’ man
Lord, I was born a ramblin’ man
Lord, I was born a ramblin’ man
COULD IT BE?—My shop is nearly done. It’s painted and Jason is about to pour the last of the concrete. I’m sorta anxious.
In the next couple of days, we are going to test new clutch plates in the Pandemic. We will bring you a report on Energy One clutch plates and springs.
Hang on for that report and a teaser shot from the Buck Lovell photo shoot for Cycle Source. Buck scored a belt testing gauge, but fuck-it, we didn’t use it. Hang on for the tech.
I need to reach out to Irish Rich. I’m about to write the first VL-XA-Knucklehead bike build tech about making the bearings work and bending the front end for the Paughco crown.
I promise, I’ll whip out the tech on this Nash Push Starter button. It’s one of those world’s shortest techs, but it’s a very cool product and completely necessary when you have space and heat issues.
The weather is a kick around here. It’s glistening with mid-70s today, but last week we faced freezing temps and a blizzard.
I built a new bracket to mount my wings over the new shop roll-up door. Of course I made four tabs and then didn’t use them.
This isn’t a great shot and I covered the 5-Ball to protect it from the sun until we mount this puppy.
Here’s Paul Davis scowling at my workmanship, while wearing a Bikernet Bandana.
Here’s the Hamster Chain Gang Road Cleaning Crew from last weekend. Most of them are back in their cells.
Part of the Pandemic story involves this Indian. I owned this ’46 Chief for at least 25 years. It didn’t make the move to the Black Hills with me. It’s now in 13 Palms, California hanging with the bros.
Yep, I’m a Navy Veteran with three Viet Nam tours under my belt and 84,000 rounds…
Let’s ride free forever or die trying.
–Bandit
THE UNITED BIKERNET WEEKLY NEWS for June 2nd, 2022
By Bandit |
Hey,
I had a conversation with one of the most respected guys in our industry yesterday. I won’t mention his name or current affiliation. During his recent duties as a photographer and writer he’s struggled with his understanding of what’s PC or required.
We are living in interesting times, but when we are faced with PC efforts we need to look beyond the rhetoric to their ultimate goal. Just like we need to look at folks’ actions and look beyond to their goals at the time. And bottom line, we need to look beyond all these efforts to understand our end goal. Are they designed to point out only social injustice, or are they designed to tear the country to pieces?
We’ve been here before with the McCarthy era. Ultimately all the finger pointing will stumble and the truth will shine, and freedom will reign once more. If you look at most of the educated folks who are fighting Climate Crises, you will find that they started as environmentalist, but discovered the true hate filled nature of the movement and the lies, so they turned toward the truth and what it will bring back to the country, unity and freedom.
Let’s hit the news:
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MARIETTA, Ga. – June 2, 2022 – Yamaha Motor Corp., USA, marked the 14th anniversary of the Yamaha Outdoor Access Initiative (OAI) with an employee volunteer event in the Chattahoochee-Oconee National Forest, helping The Great Outdoors Fund fulfill its OAI grant project on the Oakey Mountain OHV trail system. In a fitting celebration of the OAI program awarding more than $5 million in grant funding to date, a contingent of employees and volunteers joined the effort north of Yamaha’s motorsports headquarters and factory in Georgia to clean up and restore an area decommissioned to public motorized access.
“It’s immensely gratifying to help communities and improve rider access across the nation through Yamaha’s Outdoor Access Initiative, especially when seeing a consistently positive outcome after the program’s fourteen years of dedication and determination,” said Mike Martinez, president of Motorsports at Yamaha, who led the company’s attendance at the event on April 30, 2022. “When grant recipients are local and our employees can provide hands-on assistance, like on the Oakey Mountain trail in the Chattahoochee-Oconee National Forest, it only further reinforces the vital need to keep our nation’s public lands open for all to enjoy through the Yamaha Outdoor Access Initiative.”
The 2022 Yamaha OAI program is underway and riding clubs, land stewardship associations, and public land managers are encouraged to work together with Yamaha dealers to identify projects and apply for support.
“With the demand for these spaces being at an all-time high, the resources and energy required to protect, maintain, and improve access to public land has never been greater,” said Steve Nessl, Yamaha’s Motorsports marketing manager. “Therefore, we strive to make it an easy process to receive the necessary assets through the Yamaha OAI program to fulfill projects and keep trails open; from our perspective, the sooner we get the funds working on the ground, the quicker the impact on what matters most.”
To help those thinking about applying for a grant, the Yamaha OAI has answered the most popular questions about the program at YamahaOAI.com and offers recaps of some typical projects as inspiration.
- FireFrost ATV Club, Halstad, Minnesota
- Friends of the Flathead Avalanche Center, Whitefish, Montana
- San Juan Mountains Association, Durango, Colorado
- Turin Ridge Riders, Constable, New York
The Southern California Mountain Foundation also received a grant in the first quarter of 2022, extending a decade-long partnership that historically includes frequent Yamaha employee volunteer events on the San Bernardino National Forest, providing hands-on support for trail clearing, erosion control, and facilities improvements in one of the country’s most popular areas for outdoor and motorized recreation.
The application deadline for consideration in the second quarter of the 2022 funding cycle is June 30, 2022. Submission guidelines and an application for a Yamaha OAI grant are available at YamahaOAI.com.
For specific questions about the Yamaha Outdoor Access Initiative, call the dedicated hotline at 1-877-OHV-TRAIL (877-648-8724), email OHVAccess@Yamaha-Motor.com, or write to:
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ART EXHIBIT OF THE WEEK— LUSTER Moves to Indiana
Since 2018, I’ve been blessed to have a few of my paintings travelling around the country in a museum exhibition called LUSTER: Realism and Hyperrealism in Automobile and Motorcycle Painting
Curated and coordinated by David J. Wagner Associates LLC, the show includes 55 works by some of the world’s best living artists and four of my works are included.
On view
June 1, 2022 – January 15, 2023
Auburn Cord Deusenberg Museum
205 West State Street | Trenton, NJ
Info about the event can be found on the museum’s website
THIS JUST IN FROM THE LOWBROW GANG— The Best Weekend To Be In Ohio in 2022
Come on to Northeast Ohio for Fuel Cleveland, Saturday, July 30th, 2022.
This will be a weekend you don’t want to miss!
PS – Scope out FuelCleveland.com for all the details, to submit your bike for a spot in the show, or to secure your vendor spot!
Fuel Cleveland 2022
This year’s Fuel Cleveland venue is a 90 acre historic farm and village nestled in Cuyahoga Valley National Park, located between Cleveland and Akron, Ohio.
BMW Motorrad Ride to Fuel Cleveland Run
BMW Motorrad presents the Ride to Fuel Cleveland Run on the morning of the show! Kickstands up at 9am, leaving Edgewater Park on the shores of Lake Erie, and arriving at Fuel Cleveland after riding through the City of Cleveland, and the entire length of Cuyahoga Valley National Park.
BIKERNET GUN NUT REPORT—We felt it was time to re-evaluate our Bikernet Arsenal. In the city we were prepared with sawed-off shotguns and handguns, but now in the country those pellet pushers won’t reach the end of the yard. We needed to look for something long range, so we reach out to our resident security expert, Marko. Here’s what he suggested:
Yep – everyone should have an AR-15 or similar clone. There are lots to choose from. It usually comes down to how much you want to spend. They range from $800 – $2300+ The popular consumer grade ARs are the SIG, Colt, S&W, Ruger, Springfield, Bushmaster, etc with Daniel Defense at the high end.
H&K also makes a great high end AR but you don’t really need that.
A note on caliber:
- AR-15s come in .223 Remington and 5.56mm calibers — which are basically the same caliber.
- But 5.56mm is the military version of .223 Rem ammo so a little higher pressure.
- So it is best to get a 5.56mm model AR-15 so you can shoot both 5.56mm ammo and ,223 ammo.
- The modern “flat top” models are designed for detachable iron sights or scopes.
- Unlike the Vietnam models with the handle and high fixed front sight.
Cabelas / Bass Pro have the S&W M&P 15s for around $800
Sportsman’s has several in the $800-$1,000 range
Here’s a link to Sportsman’s Outdoor selection of SIGs
https://www.sportsmansoutdoorsuperstore.com/category.cfm/sportsman/ar-15-rifles/brand/sig-sauer
Daniel Defense link:
https://www.sportsmansoutdoorsuperstore.com/category.cfm/sportsman/ar-15-rifles/brand/daniel-defense
Cheers,
Mark
QUICK, OPEN THE BANDIT’S CANTINA BAD JOKE LIBRARY–
Saturday morning I got up early, dressed quietly, made my lunch, grabbed my clubs, slipped quietly into the garage and proceeded to back out into a torrential downpour.
The wind was blowing 50 mph.
I pulled back into the garage, turned on the radio, and discovered that the weather would be bad throughout the day. I went back into the house, quietly undressed, and slipped back into bed. There I cuddled up to my wife’s back, now with a different anticipation, and whispered, ‘The weather out there is terrible.’
My loving wife of 20 years replied, ‘Can you believe my stupid husband is out golfing in that crap?’
I still don’t know to this day if she was joking, but I have stopped golfing…
–Joe Smith
NEW FROM CHOPPERS MAGAZINE— “This bike was built in memory of my dad,” Brent Buenger tells us. “My dad had a subscription to Easyriders when I was a kid and we always talked about building a Panhead chopper together. This was back the 1980’s and he was riding FXRs at the time. Time passed, as it seems to do, and unfortunately so did he. We never got around to building that chopper together, but the idea of it always stayed with me.” So, as money and time permitted, Brent set out to begin the process.
THE FOSSIL FUEL FILES—All asphalt road are made from fossil fuels.
1907: The Automobile and the Rise of Refined Petroleum Asphalt
Until about 1900, just about all asphalt used in the United States came from natural sources. However, as the automobile rose in popularity, an increased demand for better roads led to innovations in both producing and laying asphalt. This included making the switch to refined petroleum-based asphalt pavement, as well as the introduction of the mechanical drum mixers and spreaders.
625 B.C.: The First Recorded Asphalt Road
asphalt road625 B.C. marks the first recorded evidence of asphalt being used in road construction. However, it is important to note that before that time asphalt had been a widely accepted building material, commonly used as mortar or water sealant.
1824: The First Modern Asphalt Road
In 1824, large blocks of natural asphalt rock were used to pave the Champ-Elysses, a wide boulevard in Paris. This event was a huge undertaking, ultimately resulting in the first modern asphalt road.
TIP FROM THE OFFICES OF MICHAEL HUPY– New app called “no go”
A REPORT FROM THE LUCKY DEVIL— I helped sort out some issues on this pickup for Tom also, a little at a time in between motorcycle work. .was supposed to be a small job haha.
Here is a shot with Tom Young, my old friend, mentor and Boss for a few years ( this was the show version of the bike ), Once Harv hit full retirement from the Navy he wanted to make sure she was a little more user friendly ( Baker 6n4, sprung seat, gauges and such)
Eventually I’ll get around to fixing the shop E-mail, mostly just me being lazy and somehow it always seems to get bumped from the weekly priority list haha. . Here are some shots of Little Red
–Kent Weeks
Satan
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Hang on for an upcoming feature. –Bandit
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After being seen by the Canadian doctors (Canada has ZERO ugly nurses) and being shipped back home to Illinois, (no small feat on crutches, having to be wheeled around the airports like a bum), I finally got to see a doctor and am now scheduled for surgery on my knee once the workers comp arbitrators determine what to do.
Canada has now stated I’d have to fly back and forth to Alberta for treatment from them, and Illinois and Texas are fighting over which state I belong too. It’s a mess.
I’ve never been in this situation and am ready to finally enjoy some nice riding weather in Illinois on two wheels but now can’t. Well, I can, but if the bike tips to the right at all I am going down as my leg is fried. The prognosis is surgery, then 6 weeks on crutches, then rehab…approximately 4-6 months before I can work my normal job again. I feel like a prisoner, but I can at least go outside and look at or sit on my bikes.
What do you suggest I do to get my two-wheeled cravings under control until I can actually ride again? I thought about tearing the Roadglide down and maybe doing some engine work, or …..man, I don’t know. This just sucks.
I did coach my wife through removing her stock pegs and installing some floorboards on her 2020 Fatbob. Looks bad ass and she likes the feel much better….now we just have to adjust the angle and may need a new longer brake pedal, but we will see. The company, Thrashin Supply Inc. sent a good product that basically bolts right up to the stock foot control and replaces the peg with a mini floorboard. Made in the USA products are always a plus and they proudly support the red, white, and blue! Very easy install.
–Johnny White
Mees Extends His Championship Points Lead with Successful Doubleheader Performance Aboard His FTR 750
It was an exhilarating weekend of racing for Indian Motorcycle Racing, presented by Progressive Motorcycle Insurance, with reigning SuperTwins Champion Jared Mees rebounding after a second-place finish at Red Mile I to come away with an impressive win the following night at Red Mile II. Mees’ victory extended his points lead to 109 in the championship standings, 22-points ahead of second, and gives Indian Motorcycles their fourth overall win for the 2022 American Flat Track season.
The success over the weekend is all the more impressive, considering new regulations imposed by American Flat Track that require teams running the FTR 750 to run a 34-millimeter restrictor plate. This ultimately inhibits the FTR 750’s ability to make power in stark contrast to competitor bikes for whom the restrictor plates are not required.
On night one of the Red Mile doubleheader in Lexington, Kentucky, Mees fell short to series rookie Dallas Daniels in a nail-biting battle that lasted throughout the entire 14-minute plus two-lap main event. Mees and Daniels maintained a too-close-to-call position for a majority of the race, swapping the lead spot multiple times. On the final lap, Mees made what he thought would be the race-winning pass, but Daniels had different plans, blasting by the reigning champion to cross the finish line a mere .008 seconds in front of Mees.
Mees’ true champion spirit was on full display the next night when he returned in front of another sold out crowd for a rematch at Red Mile II. Right from the start it was Daniels and Mees leading the pack again, with Davis Fisher eventually joining them to make it a three-way fight for the top spot. In an explosive fight to the finish, Mees made a last-minute charge, storming past Daniels on the final lap to take the checkered and win. The win marked Mees’ 23rd mile victory of his career, tying him for fifth all-time in the discipline.
“It was an exciting two days of racing for Jared [Mees] and the whole Indian Motorcycle team, especially considering the enormous challenges we have been forced to overcome with AFT’s newly imposed restrictor plate limitations for our bikes,” said Gary Gray, Vice President Racing, Service & Technology for Indian Motorcycle. “It’s really disheartening to see our FTR 750 so radically debilitated in comparison to the competition, but it makes the incredible efforts of Jared and Davis all the more impressive, and we could not be prouder of them and their teams for the skill and determination that ultimately put us on the podium.”
“The first couple of laps, Dallas [Daniels] and I had a pretty comfortable lead,” Mees explained of his Red Mile II performance. “That allowed me to hold back a bit, pacing him to get a sense of where I could make a move. There’s no room for error in that situation. When you decide to make your move, you’ve got to make it count, and that’s exactly what I was able to do. It felt good though to get the win, especially after coming so close in round one.”
The 2022 American Flat Track season continues June 11 for the Laconia Short Track at New Hampshire Motor Speedway in Loudon, New Hampshire.
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HOT NEWS FROM DAMON CYCLES–Building the Future of Motorcycling
Just last October, Damon began constructing our 110,000 square foot production plant from scratch. As the walls come up, we’re excited to share that the build of our cleantech manufacturing and research and development hub will be completed later this year.
Doug McCallum, City of Surrey Mayor
“We are energized to see the new facility developing on a daily basis and are very proud that the first HyperSports will be made right here in Surrey. This production headquarters will not only provide jobs and a local boost to the community, but furthers our position as a clean tech hub and leader in Canada.”
Click the image to watch a video of our manufacturing plant coming to life.
Damon’s production plant is expected to stimulate Surrey’s local economy with 300 high-tech manufacturing jobs and 500+ high-tech office jobs by 2025.
Welcome Pat McNally, VP Manufacturing
Industry veteran, Pat McNally, has joined Damon to oversee the manufacturing of our motorcycles.
With over 30 years of experience, Pat has held key manufacturing positions for a variety of companies, including Confidential, Gibson Brands, Flextronics, Solectron, and more. We’re delighted that he’s now adding Damon to his extensive resume.
“The stage has been set and the expectations are high for the upcoming arrival of the HyperSport motorcycle. I am excited to join this exciting team and help the company manufacture and deliver a product that will not only meet—but exceed those expectations.”
Don’t Wait. Reserve Now.
With the production plant’s progress, we’re on track to begin deliveries next year. However, our 2023 volume is already sold out and the list continues to grow!
Don’t wait even longer to get your bike – reserve now for 2024 delivery.
LIFESTYLE CYCLES DEAL OF THE WEEK—
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Trikes are an interesting subject, and we are in the process of turning out an article about the Trike Transformation. Lots of older guys are struggling with issues that direct them to the trike market. Most of our brothers immediately turn to Harley-Davidson. DaCat did just that, but he’s an investigator, a bike builder and a performance and suspension aficionado.
He discovered major issues with stock Harley trikes. Some of these issues would turn a brother against keeping his trike after very little experience. We have discovered with a few not-so-cheap upgrades a factory trike can shine. We’ll delve into this issue shortly.
–Bandit
So, his shop shriveled, but the Union demand for his abilities kept growing and they’ve called him back several times. Plus, in tight spaces he’s building another masterpiece custom and rebuilding Panhead and flathead engines for friends, including Marilyn Stemp’s.
If you might be interested in this Triumph with the reversed head, reach out to Carl at 1-309-642-8955.
Climate crazies tell us that the world will end any day – and they’ve been saying this for decades. They’ve been telling children that there’s no hope for their future, and that humanity and the planet are doomed.
None of this is true.
To the contrary, fossil fuels have made us more prosperous, happy, and rich than EVER before in the history of the human race.
On today’s episode, we have author Alex Epstein bringing us the truth about fossil fuels, why we should all be cheering on fossil fuel development, and why we need more fossil fuel use, not less, to ensure a safe and healthy planet.
On today’s podcast we discuss his newest book, Fossil Future: Why Human Flourishing Requires More Oil, Coal, and Natural Gas—Not Less. You can buy it HERE. We highly recommend it.
Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OnasRskk2YAhttps%3A%2Fyoutu.be%2FOnasRskk2YA&feature=youtu.be
Watch on Rumble: https://rumble.com/v16zi16-america-needs-fossil-fuels-with-alex-epstein.html
Johnny’s pro racing career goes back to the late 1940s. He was one of the few racers who raced at Carroll, Gardena, and Ascot, and was a winner at all of them.
Surprisingly, he only won one National, that being the 1956 Daytona 200 Mile RR, but the holy grail of them all. Johnny held National number # 5 from 1954 through 1962. A Mahony archives photo.
GOVERNMENT RELATIONS–Good EV News in Illinois
In a win for electric motorcycling in Illinois, buyers of street-legal plug-in bikes in the land of Lincoln will be eligible for a $1,500 EV rebate beginning July 1. This was not the case when the state’s Clean Energy Jobs Act passed in 2021, incentivizing the purchase of new and used electric vehicles with the exception of motorcycles.
“Making electric vehicles accessible and affordable for all Illinoisans is a great way to promote sustainability,” said State Senator Dave Koehler. “By offering the same incentives for electric motorcycles that we do for other types of electric vehicles, we’re improving Illinois’ relationship with greener energy and supporting multiple modes of transportation.”
–MIC
CCMS, Create Milwaukee Moto Collective, and Harley-Davidson University Support Chix on 66
June 1, 2022—Riveter Chapter of the AMCA proudly announces that Create Milwaukee Moto Collective, CCMS motorcycle repair shop, and Harley-Davidson University will be supporting the Chix on 66 riders by offering garage space, tools, and instruction for motorcycle oil changes along the route.
Chix on 66 is a cross-country ride comprising 40 women that will follow the entirety of Route 66 from Chicago, Illinois, to Santa Monica, California. Riveter Chapter President Karan Andrea says, “To the uninitiated, fluid changes, replacing spark plugs, checking cables, brake pads, tire pressure, etc. seems as complicated as rebuilding a motor.
“Having these two shops, Create Milwaukee Moto Collective in Milwaukee, along with a rep from Harley-Davidson University, and CCMS motorcycle repair shop in Tucumcari, New Mexico, on hand to assist or teach our riders how to change their own oil is the first step for these women to really own their bikes in a way they never have.
“The more I learn and the more I do on my bikes, the less intimidating the jobs seem, and when I ride, I know my bike better than before. It will be exciting to see that self-discovery happen for some of our riders, and I am grateful for the assist in making that happen.”
Create Milwaukee Moto Collective in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, is a community-driven motorcycle shop focused on teaching and providing a space for local motorcycling enthusiasts.
Create MKE founder Kyle Kompas has opened his shop to host Chix on 66 riders who want to change their oil before setting forth on Route 66. Kyle is making available several lifts, tools, and other goods that may be needed while riders are in Milwaukee on June 10, 2022.
Additionally, Harley-Davidson University, based in Milwaukee, will provide a representative to work with Kyle at Create MKE where they will assist riders with their oil changes, offering consulting and instruction where needed. This is yet another illustration of title sponsor Harley-Davidson’s support of the Riveter Chapter and Chix on 66.
NEWS FROM THE NMA–Last week, President Biden signed an Executive Order concerning police reform on the two-year anniversary of the death of George Floyd. Reason.com reports that the order restricts chokeholds and limits the transfer of military equipment to police. Route-Fifty.com exclaimed that the order could possibly help spur local reforms. GovExec reported that Biden also ordered all federal law enforcement to wear body cameras.
CBS News reported that US cities are rethinking traffic stops as Black drivers are disproportionately affected and TechDirt put up this headline: Following Crime Increases, US City Governments Decide It’s Time To Sacrifice Liberty For Safety.
In court news, the US Supreme Court rebuffs Republican-led states on greenhouse gas policy. The 10th Circuit Appeals Court was asked to recognize a First Amendment Right to Record Cops.
Chain comes in a range of styles, sizes & finishes and is available in 36″ inch pre-cut lengths. The links can be opened to attach more chain links or use one of our opening end rings or shackles.
WREATHS ACROSS AMERICA RADIO— to Broadcast LIVE at an Exclusive Historic Event
Join us on Women’s Veterans Day as history unfolds during the grand reopening
of the National Military Woman’s Memorial in Washington D.C.
COLUMBIA FALLS, Maine, and WASHINGTON D.C. — June 1, 2022 — On June 12, Wreaths Across America Radio will help celebrate the accomplishments of our nation’s military women as part of the annual Women’s Veterans Day in the United States, a date chosen to mark the anniversary of the Women’s Armed Services Integration Act. This year, on Sunday, June 12th, Wreaths Across America Radio will be broadcasting live from Washington D.C. bringing you the exclusive coverage of the entire grand re-opening of the Military Women’s Memorial starting at 2pm ET.
Wreaths Across America Radio is a 24/7 internet stream that can be heard anytime and anywhere on the iHeart Radio app, Audacy app, TuneIn app, or at www.wreathsacrossamerica.org/radio.
The grand re-opening will focus on the first phase of renovation completed at the Military Women’s Memorial, which includes the theater space which will be unveiled in a special dedication to the Military Women’s Memorial founding President, Air Force Brigadier General (Retired) Wilma L. Vaught. This is a private, invite only event that will feature female military leaders and veterans. However, this historic event is being made available exclusively to Wreaths Across America Radio, for anyone who wants to have a share in history in the making.
“Being part of a historic event such as this is something we wished every American could witness,” said Karen Worcester, executive director, WAA. “Now, thanks to Wreaths Across America Radio, we’ll be able to share it with all those who wished they could be there. We are both grateful and excited to share these important stories with our listeners as we continue to Remember, Honor and Teach all year round.”
You can support both the Military Women’s Memorial and Wreaths Across America by sponsoring a veteran’s wreath through the Memorial’s Sponsorship Group www.wreathsacrossamerica.org/VA0827P. Each $15 sponsorship goes toward a fresh balsam veteran’s wreath that will be placed on the headstone of an American hero as we endeavor to honor all veterans laid to rest on Saturday, December 17, 2022, as part of National Wreaths Across America Day; $5 of each sponsorship made will go to the Military Women’s Memorial to support their mission and programs.
Fort Worth TX – June 1, 2022 – Touring motorcycle riders of all brands will connect with Tucker Powersports’ Kuryakyn and TwinPower brand representatives at the annual Americade Rally in Lake George NY this week. Tucker, the nation’s leading distributor of powersports products, is a Platinum Sponsor of the rally and will have a commanding presence at the event.
Kuryakyn and TwinPower will share a large display tent in the festival commons in Lake George, where riders will be greeted by the Kuryakyn entrance arch as they arrive. Tucker will also sponsor the shuttle for rally attendees, helping them more easily between activities on the rally site.
The partnership between Americade and these Tucker brands comes quite naturally. The Kuryakyn brand has been a top source of accessories for all brands of touring motorcycles, especially Harley-Davidson, BMW and Honda Goldwing models. This year, the brand launched new touring bags, a line of waterproof bags and even a Pet Palace for rider’s traveling with their “best friend.” Since its inception in 1982, TwinPower has been supporting riders with great oil, batteries, drivetrain components, maintenance items and tools, which are a perfect fit for long distance riders.
“This event is important for both Kuryakyn and TwinPower,” said Tyler Anderson, Kuryakyn Brand Manager. “Americade is the most significant gathering of touring riders in the country. We want to learn from the attendees while sharing our great products that are designed expressly for long distance riders.”
Americade, started in 1984, was one of the first motorcycle rallies designed for the long-distance touring rider. It combines rides through the beautiful roadways of upstate New York and New England, a huge trade show and expo, presentations by expert riders and touring veterans and social events that bring out the camaraderie of riders who love putting lots of miles behind them on their motorcycles.
Americade 2022 runs from June 7 to June 11 in Lake George NY.
Oops, this is the latest news posted on the BMST website. Okay, so it’s a reminder to get signed up. I’m trying. It’s a struggle.
–Bandit
5-Ball Racing
P.S. If you are interested in building a bike and running to Bonneville, you might check out our book on the 2007 effort to become the world’s fastest Panhead.
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MEMORIAL DAY BIKERNET WEEKLY NEWS for May 26, 2022
https://www.bikernet.com/pages/MEMORIAL_DAY_BIKERNET_WEEKLY_NEWS_for_May_26_2022.aspx
Hal’s bandana looks fantastic. Thanks for showing it and Ruby did a fantastic job modeling it too.
— Ann Robinson
Long Beach
WORLD RUN REVIEW–You are just as good as any of those adventure writers, plus you put bikes in the mix and your tech talk is accurate.
I would think there would be a big market if you were on the books area at Walmart and grocery stores. That’s where the majority of books get sold.
–Bill May
Oops, the sex might get me kicked out of Walmart.—Bandit
What the Mind can conceive and believe, the Mind will achieve.
— Napoleon Hill
With Each and every day we are faced with choices. We all have our demons that try and take over, we all have fears, challenges and obstacles, but how we choose to Live today is up to us.
I Know we have that within us that supersedes any challenge and supports us with the Universal Law of cause and effect.
Henry Ford said, “If you think you can or you think you can’t your right” and Buddha said “All that we are is the result of what we have thought. The mind is everything. What we think we become.”
These teachers and many more have simply said that what we think about is what we become.
One of the most important things is to take the time out and listen to your conversations and thoughts. Are they positive, confident uplifting or negative limiting thoughts? Are you talking about the problem or the solution?
WOW these are some heavy thoughts. We have choices of how we want to start today and how we choose to go forward with Life from this moment on. I Know at the core we are Perfect Whole and Complete and have the choice to Live the Life we want if we truly choose this path, like Ford said, “If you think you can or you think you can’t your right.”
Today Know: I Let Go of the all road-blocks that have held me back from Living My Good. I Know that Good will overcome evil, Love trumps hate, Faith erases fear and doubt, Joy overcomes sadness.
I am so Thankful that I can change My Mind and now Live My Truth. As I become a Living example of Living the Dream and I Inspire others to do the same.
And So It Is
Namaste’
Be miserable. Or motivate yourself. Whatever has to be done, it’s always your choice.
–Wayne Dyer
–Yale Gelfant
Choppers Cycle
IT’S TIME TO ROLL—That’s why we developed the Bandit’s Bedroll and Day Roll, and we’re not talking about Sushi.
These are designed to carry all your shit including tools, locks, Chapstick and duds. They do the trick and look cool in the process.
I took The Biker Movie off of the internet in March.
For MOST people, Film Highway’s platform was too complicated to understand, as it required logging on and registering on Two of these different devices such as FireTVs, Roku Tvs, Amazon Firesticks, Roku Devices, a computer, an iPad or Tablet, or a phone.
Depending on the date of the devices manufacture or the brand, SOME of these devices did not work properly..or SOME people were not “Computer Literate” enough to understand.
For me, this was a customer service issue non-stop as I was on the phone constantly explaining And/Or Solving problems. So, I quickly figured out that I was going to lose money hiring people to do this type of work 365 days a year, as most people either had problems with the devices or could not afford to buy them.
So I’ll just get right to it.. I took my losses, got a partial refund, regrouped my finances and will now release The Biker Movie privately on DVD as soon as possible.
Just so you know this has been a LOT of work requiring FOUR different facilities (including mine)to do the digital work and new design work. Currently I am doing more upgrading and design work. Since it is a 4 hour movie I had to split the movie in 2 so it fits on 2 DVD’s.
I thank you for your patience.
–Pete Alva
CEO-Forworld Pictures and Entertainment
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IT’S GONNA BE HUGE!!!
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Definitely a one-of-a-kind movie
You have put your heart and soul into it
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Suddenly, you show up and start sitting on it. Then you have it in your place in Wilmington. Meanwhile some stripper keeps showing up every five minutes to writhe a bit, and that’s my story.
Thank you,
–J.J. Solari
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CALIFORNIA MAY ESTABLISH PILOT NOISE CAMERA PROGRAM—
Under the language of SB-1079, a total of six yet-to-be-determined cities across California would implement a pilot program, using automated, so-called ‘noise cameras’ to “capture vehicle noise levels that exceed the legal sound limit.”
Complicating matters, the legal sound limits for cars and motorcycles in California have been in place for years, and are inexplicably different, with a limit of 95 decibels for cars and 80 for motorcycles built after 1985.
Noise cameras have been used in Europe and came to the United States last fall when New York began piloting their use. Earlier this year, Knoxville, Tenn., also began testing a noise camera, and Newark, NJ is currently exploring their use.
–Bill Bish
NCOM
I believe that there really is too much divisiveness in America. A civil war would fix that. Really quickly. Because one side is comprised of cowards, baby killers, unemployables, cross dressers, in-fighters, gender deniers, gun haters, bad shots, and Jesus mockers.
The other side is inhabited by normal people who can immediately organize because we have been fighting wars since Alexander the Great. It would be VERY a short war. And that’s the only downside. LET’S DO THIS!!
–J.J. Solari
Since Wednesday, I have fever, on & off. The damn climate changes every few hours. The temperature here goes up and down in extremes every day, like the cats of a crazy cat lady.
I used to ride to my jobs in the past during such, every day, for six day work-weeks. I wouldn’t stop and take off the waterproof thin jacket while commuting 4 hours in rush-hour traffic with mandatory helmet on – because it would rain or get hot again anytime.
Past two & a half years have turned me into a delicate hibernating creature.
There is an upcoming monsoon ride in second-weekend of June. Hopefully, I will be confident enough and ride the short overall distance of 500 Kms (with the much lighter but better tires & suspension of my XPulse compared to the past Enfields).
Same group, ‘The Musafirs’, my third consecutive ride with them (no.151 for them).
https://themusafirs.com/musafirs-ride/a-monsoon-motorcycle-ride-to-feed-your-soul-june-1112/
Description on their website:
“Even after a decade of motorcycling, we brainstorm on the experiences that we have missed. A definite one is the smell of wet sand with the sight of lightning over the sea and the sound of thunder overpowering the waves hitting the shore. Things that the camera cannot capture.”
Meanwhile, here is a (photo) ‘travel back in time’ to my much younger days with the right-hand-side gear shift Enfield & its cast-iron engine. That engine & chassis design and technology didn’t change much from 1955 till the time I purchased one brand-new from the Authorized Dealer here. (photo from my film-based SLR camera, scanned. Wow.)
I think the travelogue was published on Bikernet.com back in 2007. I still own and use that Cramster armored jacket for out of city, long-distance riding.
–U Dey
Lead Correspondent
Bikernet.com™ International News Desk
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“Ray was working on a project in the Dominican Republic called ‘Dangerous Waters’ when he passed. He passed in his sleep.
He is survived by his daughter, Karsen, and his fiancée, Jacy Nittolo,” his publicist Jennifer Allen told CNN.
Our reactions to hard times are what define us as a person.
Despair can be a killer. As an example, drug overdose deaths in the United States increased by 25 percent from May 2020 through April 2021, sending more than 100,000 Americans to the grave. Whatever sparked this rise in casualties, we can rest assured that most of those who died were living without confidence or faith in the future.
On a much broader scale, despair and its first cousin, depression, can also gun down the human spirit. A job lost, a marriage broken, a loved one’s death—these and other tragedies can cause us to lose heart, become despondent, and surrender all hope.
Those buried in that darkness often want to sleep 24/7. Some give up on personal hygiene. Others turn off their phones and feel so isolated and lost that even a trip to the grocery store or the library becomes a near-insurmountable Everest of effort.
In such severe cases, those afflicted frequently turn to professionals for counseling or for therapeutic drugs to rescue them from these black storms. The training and strategies employed by these men and women can often throw these despondent souls a rope and haul them out of the abyss.
Yet if these clients wish to walk in the sunshine again, they must possess the will and the desire to seize that rope.
In less severe circumstances, when melancholy is a visitor rather than a permanent houseguest, those of us bitten by what Winston Churchill called his “black dog” may concoct our own therapeutics. Here are five of them—and you can dig up plenty more online—that have helped me over the years.
Step away from the self. When I used to teach, my students demanded my full attention. My forlorn mood might linger in the back of my mind, but those hours in the classroom gave me a much-needed respite from sadness. I became an actor, erecting a façade that provided a few hours of relief from the pain.
Adopt a positive maxim. Six years ago, when failure pummeled me like some heavyweight in a ring from which there was no escape, I grabbed an erasable marker and wrote “Invictus,” Latin for “Unconquered,” on the glass door of my apartment. That word stayed put for months. Sometimes I sneered at it, sometimes I could hardly stand to look at it, but in the end “Invictus” helped carry me across that desert that had become my life.
‘This too shall pass.’ Time is one of the most powerful, yet most overlooked, of the world’s cure-alls. We Americans tend to be an impatient people, as can be seen at any Department of Motor Vehicles, and we want results yesterday. But as a friend tells me about his own scuff-ups with the blues, recognizing that his condition was a mood—and therefore temporary—kept him moving forward. The same holds true for us.
Move the body, and you move the mood. When that same friend was younger and down in the dumps, he would walk the city streets, sometimes for hours, to revive his spirits. In my case, a burst of housekeeping—dusting shelves, wiping up stains from the wooden floors, washing down countertops—is just as effective. Performing these chores at a fast clip makes me feel better and brings the added satisfaction of a sparkling kitchen or orderly bookshelves.
Turn away from negative influences. Sometimes, for example, the national news takes me down. Turning off my laptop and choosing instead to pick up a book or call a friend often delivers some necessary R&R from my blue funk.
Do these tactics always work? Of course not. But that brings us to the final therapeutic: Don’t give up. Remember: that bout with the doldrums will pass, and we can help push it out the door.
Invictus by English poet William Ernest Henley
Out of the night that covers me,
Black as the pit from pole to pole,
I thank whatever gods may be
For my unconquerable soul.
In the fell clutch of circumstance
I have not winced nor cried aloud.
Under the bludgeonings of chance
My head is bloody, but unbowed.
Beyond this place of wrath and tears
Looms but the Horror of the shade,
And yet the menace of the years
Finds and shall find me unafraid.
It matters not how strait the gate,
How charged with punishments the scroll,
I am the master of my fate,
I am the captain of my soul.
As we maneuver through these challenging times, let us keep in mind the power of this poem…to confront adversity and to come out the other side of it with the creation of positive change.
–BY JEFF MINICK
Epoch Times
BOOK REPORT REPORT–Watching Born to Ride. Seems you are a star. I saw it a few years ago but forgot all about it. I always liked Branscomb Richmond. Went to see him with his band in Vegas about ‘04.
Lorenzo was hanging backstage with Shana Sand. He quit acting and started flying helicopters on Grand Canyon tours. I sent him a message on fb and he answered and friended me. I thought that was pretty cool.
I read the James Lee Burke book. It was different for him. Got lots of Montana history in it. I’ll send you a good report soon. I am in the middle of World Run now. Really enjoying that. I remember the trip you took with your mother.
–Bill May
WHAT’S NEXT–I recently read a report about the highest temperature in 120 years somewhere. That report came from CNN, but it begged the question. So it was hot 120 years ago and the planet survived? The folks weren’t doomed. That was before air-conditioning, fans, and fossil fuel derived insulation. Folks still survived and didn’t blame it on cow farts. It was just hot.
CO2 doesn’t cause the heat. C02 shows up as a factor of heat rising, then the CO2 rises. So there really isn’t a connection between your motorcycle and how hot it is today. Sorry.
The shop has this goofy light out front, probably from Home Depot. I had to fuck with it. I’m not done, yet.
Just checked my tracking number from McMaster Carr. I ordered the pieces to build some risers for my VL Knucklehead project. It has these monster ¾ coarse studs sticking out of the front end. I ordered some tubing, a tap and a drill to bore the tubing to the proper I.D. for taping. Carl Pussar is looking through his junk pile for a set of riser tops I can weld to the tubing. We need something to bolt handlebars to.
A cool bike feature is headed your way from Court House Custom.
INTEGRITY BIKERNET WEEKLY NEWS for June 9th, 2022
By Bandit |
Hey,
This is a tough one and I don’t get it, but maybe I do. I say I do because political control is alluring for politicians, but usually leads to devastation.
I’ll back up some. I wrote a forward for my book about Terry the Tramp, the 27-year boss of the Vagos MC. He took great pride in not ever starting a war with another club. But my forward involved the controlling AMA. As you can imagine, the AMA was the boss of motorcycling in the ‘40s. They even told you what to wear at events.
I don’t remember the bosses name, but he became the Hitler of the AMA and was ultimately ousted. You can imagine guys coming home from WWII and being told what to wear to events and how their bikes were supposed to look. Consequently, the chopper and outlaw spirit took off. Brothers built outrageous bikes and wore purple underwear over their Levis just to fuck with the authorities. The formula for disaster was the lack of integrity and freedom in the controlling group. The country is facing the same now.
If you have control freaks pushing everyone around and supreme dishonesty everywhere including the media, how the hell do you expect the citizens to respond? Hang on. And when the shit hits the fan how can they complain, they set the stage. Like many of the current cities, you can rob the Taco truck, just because…
The Bikernet Weekly News is sponsored in part by companies who also dig Freedom including: Cycle Source Magazine, the MRF, Las Vegas Bikefest, Iron Trader News, ChopperTown, BorntoRide.com and the Sturgis Motorcycle Museum.
The biggest life hack was just buying 15-year old 4-cylinder stick economy cars. They cost nothing. All these cars are gone now. and it’s hard to even get anything like that under 5 grand now that’s not a turd. Forget about getting any kind of truck for a reasonable price.
I also don’t get why mini trucks lost popularity and no company makes little 4 cylinder trucks anymore. You would think people would buy the hell out of them. That’s why I’ve adopted the old mini vans as the new pickup truck-less life hack.
I refuse to ever buy a new vehicle for myself. Maybe I’m just an old car person. If I’m going to spend a lot of money towards a car, it better be cool and turn heads. And if I’m going to drive a late model car, it better get good gas mileage. A brand new corvette isn’t anymore exciting to me than a 2002 Ford focus
–Matt Martin
TUCKER POWERSPORTS –Preps to Keep Vintage Bikes Rolling on First Chix on 66 Ride
Fort Worth TX – June 6, 2022 – Tucker Powersports is mobilizing to support the first ever Chix on 66 Ride, which will feature an all-female posse of motorcycle riders crossing the country on historic Route 66. The group is gathering in Milwaukee, riding to the origin of historic Route 66 in Chicago and then on to Santa Monica, California.
As a sponsor of the ride, Tucker is harnessing several of its exclusive brands to help keep the participants’ motorcycles, some dating back to the 1930s, rolling with oil changes and service materials along the route.
Chix on 66 is an adventure designed for 40 women that will follow the entirety of Route 66, sponsored by the Riveter Chapter of the Antique Motorcycle Club of America.
As the official Oil Change sponsor, Tucker will provide, through its Twin Power and BikeMaster brands, a supply of individually chosen motor oil and oil filters for Chix on 66 participants so that they can have free oil changes along the route. TwinPower and BikeMaster will also supply other fluids and supplies that may be needed for minor on-the-road repairs.
“We’re working with Chix on 66’s selected dealerships to support oil changes before departure and along the route” said James Simonelli, TwinPower Brand Manager. “We’ve already shipped cases of oil, filters, gaskets and maintenance items so they are ready when the riders arrive.”
Tucker is working with its dealer in Milwaukee, Create Milwaukee Moto Collective, and in Tucumcari, New Mexico, CCMS, to help service the rider’s motorcycles for the event. Most riders are aboard Harley-Davidson motorcycles, with the remainder aboard Hondas, a Yamaha, a Ducati and a Victory motorcycle.
“This is one of many ways that Tucker supports motorcyclists,” said Andrea Weeke, Tucker’s Senior Director of Marketing. “Chix on 66 celebrates freedom and the open road for all women riders. We’re so happy to support these hardy souls.”
Chix on 66 departs June 10 and arrives in Santa Monica on June 25, 2022. Fans can follow the ride on social media. (@tucker_powersports, @chixon66)
I would like to kindly inform you that recently the official unveiling of our latest motorcycle took place. It is a uniquely modified Harley-Davidson Street Bob, and its official presentation took place in the US.
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BIKERNET GUN NUT REPORT–A hundred and fifteen years ago, in 1907…our great grandparents were first able to buy the rifle pictured. The semi-auto Winchester Model 1907.
This is a gun they could buy from a Sears catalogue and have delivered via US Post. It was/is a semi-automatic, high powered centerfire rifle, with detachable, high capacity magazine.
About 400,000 semi-automatic rifles were produced before WW2. Civilians had hundreds of thousands of these for 40 years, while US soldiers were still being issued old fashioned bolt action rifles.
The 1907 fired just as fast as an AR15 or AK47 and the bullet (.351 Winchester) was actually larger than those fired by the more modern looking weapons.. The ONLY functional difference between the 1907 and a controversial and much feared AR15 is the modern black plastic stock.
The semi auto, so-called “assault rifle” is 115 years old. It isn’t new in any way. The semi auto rifle was not a weapon of war. The government MADE IT a weapon of war 40 years after civilians had them. The semi-auto can be safely owned by civilians. The proof is that literally 3 generations of adults owned and used them responsibly and no one ever even noticed.
Want to fix the horror of mass shootings? Fix the things that have changed for the worse in the last 50 years – Family Values, Prayer from Schools, Ten Commandments from Court Houses, Spanking Kids, Morals, What is socially acceptable, Confusion on Genders, Left Wing Liberalism, Socialism, ect.
– because the rifle technology in question was here long before this insanity.
GOD SAVE THE USA.
–from Sam Burns
Harley-Davidson Screamin’ Eagle factory rider Travis Wyman led his brother Kyle across the finish line in a 1-2 sweep of the top positions in the MotoAmerica Mission King of the Baggers race on Sunday at Road America in Elkhart Lake, WI. It was the first win in the King of the Baggers series for Travis Wyman, who started the rain-delayed race from the front row aboard a race-prepared Harley-Davidson® Road Glide® motorcycle. Travis passed for the lead on the second lap of the four-lap race and crossed the finish line 0.942 seconds ahead of Kyle.
“This is really an emotional win for me,” said Travis Wyman. “I’ve never won a race on a Harley. It means so much to win here in Harley-Davidson’s back yard in front of all these fans and people from the factory who stuck out the day in the rain. I was really nervous at the start because the dry line on the track was so narrow, but as the race progressed, I felt more and more confident in the bike, especially in the middle sections where I was able to pass. The hard work of the entire Harley-Davidson factory team made this possible.”
Kyle Wyman was the fast qualifier for the race, setting a new Road America class record on Saturday of 2:22.701 on the 4.0-mile, 14-turn course. Following the Sunday morning warm-up session, he was bumped back to fourth position on the race starting grid as the team was penalized for a technical infraction due to loose bolts on an external cover.
By the time the race began about 4:00 p.m. on Sunday, the rain had ended and the racing line on the track was dry. Travis passed Tyler O’Hara for second place on lap 2 and then took the lead from Jeremy McWilliams on lap 3. From there Travis put his head down and opened a gap on the field. Kyle Wyman passed O’Hara and McWilliams as well but could not catch his brother. Kyle Wyman posted not only the fastest lap of the race at a 2:24.50, but the fastest lap of any class on the day.
Kyle and Travis Wyman are the sons of Kim Wyman, owner of Harv’s Harley-Davidson in Macedon, N.Y. and grew up around Harley-Davidson and flat track racing.
The Mission King of the Baggers series features race-prepared American V-Twin touring motorcycles. Harley-Davidson Factory Team Road Glide motorcycles are powered by modified Screamin’ Eagle Twin-Cooled Milwaukee-Eight 131 Performance Crate Engines.
After four of seven rounds on the 2022 Mission King of the Baggers series, Travis Wyman is in third place in the series standings with 66 points. Kyle Wyman is fourth with 61 points. O’Hara leads with 74 points, with McWilliams second with 67 points. The Harley-Davidson Screamin’ Eagle factory team returns to the track July 8-10 at the Geico Motorcycle MotoAmerica Superbike Speedfest at Monterey at Laguna Seca Raceway, Salinas, Calif.
MotoAmerica King of the Bagger Race Results – Road America
Travis Wyman (H-D) Screamin’ Eagle Harley-Davidson
Kyle Wyman (H-D) Screamin’ Eagle Harley-Davidson
Jeremy McWilliams (Ind) Mission Foods/S&S Cycle
Tyler O’Hara (Ind) Mission Foods/S&S Cycle
Taylor Knapp (H-D) Vance & Hines Racing
James Rispoli (H-D) Vance & Hines Racing
Cory West (Ind) Saddlemen
Ben Carlson (H-D) Suburban Motors
Scott Beal (Ind) Mad Monkey Motorsports
Andrew Lee (H-D) Big Bear Performance
When you think you don’t have a choice you just made a choice
Life is about the choices you make, some of the choices are good and some are learning experiences.
Are we choosing to Live the Life we want, or choosing the Life others have told us we should live? I think about some of the choices I have made based on conditioning, fear, and doubt.
Daily I need to stop and think about some of the choices that I have been making throughout my day and make sure that they are in line with My Truth.
Most of the time we are on automatic pilot and need to take the time to make sure we are on the route we want. As I have said many times the lessons of life are repeated until they are learned. I choose to learn from my life lessons and move on to a greater expression of Life.
Today Say: Life is about choices. I choose to Live my Life My Way. I choose to let go of anything that does not support my highest expression of Life, there is no judgment, no condemnation, no criticism. I choose to tap into that inner Divine Source of all Life and live a boundless Life.
My Life is filled with Peace, Love, Joy, Health, Wealth, Creative Self Expression, and Abundance. I choose to know that the Universe always supports me and wants me to have only happiness in my world. I give great thanks for all my new and better choices and this amazing Life that I have in front of me.
I choose the Perfect experience of being in the now. I am Grateful for the power of choice.
And So It Is
Namaste’
Every choice you make has an end result.
–Zig Ziglar
–Yale Gelfant
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FEATURE BIKE OF THE WEEK— Vanilla Cycles is in Carrington, North Dakota.
–Sam Burns
Feature Bike Editor
Bikernet.com™
You have to put them at ease immediately. they’re like dogs: they can be tricked into obedience. Once, when I got a pentax 6×7 medium format camera because, Cecily got me interested in photos, so I noticed a eucalyptus tree on the other block.
The first split in the trunk, about 15 feet up looked like a twat. So, it was cold in the morning and I put on a long leather coat. I’m a bit of a prima-donna in one aspect only: I like cool coats. I’m like Seth Frickin Rollins OR a Harlem pimp. I admit it. So, I went out to take a memorable photo.
Two cops are down the way checking out a parked car. This is arcadia. The cops here are like the SS, which is good. So, they see me with a camera and one asshole comes sashaying over, some old timer with a chip on his shoulder.
He’s all chummy and I’m thinkin’, “Should I lie to this fucker? They can smell lies. I better not.” I only lie to cops when it will get someone off the hook. I have to be very motivated to lie to a cop. It’s not recommended. So far I’ve gotten away with it. But I musta been in a mood. I musta figured, fuck this dunce, we’re the same fucking age, screw ‘im. let’s see how he handles the truth.”
So, he’s all smarmy and full of smiling shit and he goes “What are ya doin’?”
I looked like a high-end reporter, if there is such a thing, and he’s gonna make sure I ain’t takin’ photos of him and his buddy examining a suspicious vehicle parked in one place too long, like for days. Cops don’t like to be photoed, because they fear the press. Everyone does. That’s like fearing the month of May.
But hey, everyone fears the idiot hacks. So, he’s all “whatcha doin’ there?” I figure fuck it and I go, “you see that place up the trunk where it branches out?”
he goes “….yeah….”
I say “looks like a fuckin’ TWAT, don’t it?” fucker goes into a micro second’s worth of shock because people think if you talk filth to a cop he’s gonna arrest you for public indecency.
Just the fuckin opposite: he’s gonna relax and feel right at home. So, he recovers at realizing I’m a garbage-mouthed compadre and starts laughin’. “Goddamn! It does!!”
I say “And that’s what I’m doin’. What are YOU doin’?”
“Checkin’ on shit” he says, and off he went to check on shit. And the point of all this? Give cops shit at your own risk.
–J.J. Solari
But what ultimately brings everyone to London’s iconic Tobacco Dock are the bikes, handpicked from the UK, Europe, and the USA, and this year delivered some of the best we’ve ever seen and one highly anticipated unveiling.
The major motorcycle shows have always been worth checking out, often the place where you first get to lay eyes on a newly released model. But let’s be honest, half of the bikes you’ve already seen at your average dealer, many of the rest are boring re-badged versions of an older bike and the sales reps are downright bloody annoying! At the Bike Shed Show, you don’t have to deal with any of that, and even better, none of the spectacular machines on display are roped off, here you can get up close and personal.
See the whole story at Pipeburn
DYMAG returns to the Isle of Man TT for 2022
Dymag wheels used by roster of top riders and teams at 2022 Isle of Man TT with 15 Senior TT titles to date.
Defending Senior TT race winner, Dean Harrison, using the forged aluminium UP7X
The UP7X is fully road legal, offering track performance for the road for OEMs and Aftermarket customers.
- Dymag wheels drastically improve performance allowing for faster acceleration and braking, more precise handling and reduced rider fatigue
- Dymag has led advanced wheel design since 1974, with unrivalled heritage in motorsport across two and four-wheels
Wiltshire, 7th June 2022: After a two-year hiatus, the Isle of Man TT returns for 2022 where Dymag continues to support a competitive roster of top riders and teams.
Dymag, world leaders in lightweight wheels, has a rich history at the TT with multiple podium finishes since it started supporting Tourist Trophy teams in the late ‘70s.
Over the years, Dymag’s motorcycle wheels have helped to take some of the most well-known riders to victory, including Michael Dunlop, James Hillier, Conor Cummins, Bruce Anstey and Horst Saiger. Since 1980, a total of 15 Senior TT titles have been won on Dymag wheels.
Defending 2019 Senior TT Champion, Dean Harrison, will also be lining up on the grid on a Kawasaki ZX-10R using the UP7X, the lightest wheel Dymag has ever developed. Ridden by champions worldwide, the forged aluminium wheel drastically improves performance allowing for faster acceleration and braking, more precise handling and control, less load on suspension and reduced rider fatigue.
The UP7X is also used by teams in the British Superbike Championship and is fully road legal, offering track performance for the road for OEMs and Aftermarket customers. Its current range of race spec / road certified forged aluminium motorcycle wheels feature a modular hub system that allow them to be fitted to virtually any motorcycle and Dymag’s fitment catalogue includes 1000’s of motorcycle models. The UP7X and CH3 designs are available in a wide range of sizes suiting both dual and single-sided fitments.
Dymag has led advanced wheel design since 1974, with unrivalled heritage in motorsport across two and four-wheels. The company was the first in the world to commercialise diecast magnesium wheels in the 1970s, monobloc carbon carbon composite motorcycle wheels in 1995 and hybrid carbon automotive wheels in 2004.
Dymag CEO Tom de Lange said: “We are delighted to be back at the Isle of Man TT for 2022 where we have a long-standing history of supporting both privateers and top race teams since the 1970s. We have supplied our lightweight forged aluminium UP7X wheel to some of the best riders lining up on the grid, including defending Senior TT Champion, Dean Harrison.
Significant investment in our products and processes has strengthened the business and allowed us to build on Dymag’s motorcycle racing heritage. Our commitment to racing and performance applications is unwavering.”
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ALL-NEW 2023 Elektrode Electric Balance Bike–
- NEW Designed and built by Kawasaki
- NEW Powerful 250W in-wheel brushless electric motor
- NEW Three selectable speed modes (low/mid/high) with passcode parental lock
- NEW Premium disc brake
- NEW Adjustable seat height, handlebar position and brake level
- NEW Lightweight aluminum frame with low center of gravity
- NEW Durable 16″ cast aluminum wheels and pneumatic tires
- NEW Long-lasting frame-integrated battery with up to 2.5 hours of running time*
- NEW KX-inspired styling and motocross style handlebar with twist throttle
- NEW Foldable steel footpegs with rubber grip
For complete product information and to download high-resolution images, log on or register for the Kawasaki media site at http://kawasakimedia.com
EASYRIDERS EVENTS ACTION–Attention All Vendors
The 2022 Easyriders Rodeos are right around the corner! You don’t want to miss out on this opportunity to show your amazing products at the original Easyriders Motorcycle Rodeo!
Thousands of motorcycle enthusiasts will converge for a weekend of camping, dirt track motorcycle rodeo competition, a great lineup of concerts, and more. Plus, it wouldn’t be a true biker rally without the very best motorcycle-lifestyle related vendors in the country! Vendor space is limited so sign up today!
Do you have used Motorcycle parts laying around? Call us for special pricing in the “Used Parts Corral” – let those used parts earn you some cash instead.
Sign up at check in to participate in our Poker Crawl. Get everybody to stop at your booth! Quantities limited.
If you have any questions shoot us an email at info@easyridersevents.com.
Complete vendor information can be found at our website.
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New Indian Challenger & Chieftain Elite Deliver the Ultimate in Style & Exclusivity
MINNEAPOLIS, MN (June 7, 2022) – Indian Motorcycle, America’s First Motorcycle Company, today unveiled two new limited-edition baggers within its premiere “Elite” class. With limited availability, and an exclusive, custom-inspired design, the 2022 Indian Challenger Elite and 2022 Chieftain Elite deliver the ultimate in style and exclusivity.
“From factory-custom details to premium amenities, and advanced ride-enhancing technology, we left no stone unturned when designing our new Elite baggers,” said Aaron Jax, Vice President of Indian Motorcycle. “Whether you prefer the liquid-cooled power and performance of the Indian Challenger, or the more organic growl and unmatched air-cooled power of the Chieftain, these two Elites elevate both platforms with gorgeous custom-inspired design elements straight from the factory.”
Indian Challenger Elite
With only 200 available worldwide, 2022 marks the debut for the Indian Challenger Elite. Its muscle car-inspired styling turns heads, while class-leading performance provides unmatched passing power. Premium amenities and advanced ride-enhancing technology combine for a comfortable ride – whether cruising city streets or touring backroads.
Muscle Car-Inspired Styling
The Challenger Elite’s Stealth Gray and Black Metallic paint with Indy Red accents screams American muscle. A red stitched seat and color-matched Elite badging complete the bike’s performance-inspired design.
Class-Leading Performance
At the heart of the Indian Challenger Elite is the liquid-cooled, 108 cubic-inch PowerPlus engine. With best-in-class 122 horsepower and 128 ft-lbs. of torque, the Indian Challenger Elite delivers incredible V-twin performance with unmatched passing power.
With three ride modes, riders can customize the bike’s throttle mapping by selecting from Rain, Standard or Sport mode – resulting in one motorcycle with three distinct performance personalities. Each ride mode has been engineered with its own distinct traction control setting to align with each mode’s specific throttle mapping.
Premium Amenities & Ride-Enhancing Technology
With loads of premium amenities and advanced ride-enhancing technology, riders will have no problems traversing hundreds of miles a day. Electronically adjustable rear suspension preload from Fox® allows riders to conveniently dial in their bike to account for extra cargo or two-up riding, while intuitive Smart Lean Technology keeps riders confidently grounded.
Back lit switch cubes improve the rider’s ability to see the bike’s controls at night, while an adaptive LED Headlight, along with LED driving lights, deliver superior illumination, as the adaptive headlight adjusts light spread based on the bike’s lean angle. An adjustable flare windscreen, select floorboards, and heated grips contribute to a comfortable ride experience.
In addition, an upgraded and fully integrated 400-watt PowerBand audio system, including saddlebag speakers, produce crystal-clear sound quality at any speed. The bike’s industry-leading seven-inch touchscreen display powered by RIDE COMMAND offers Apple CarPlay®, GPS with turn-by-turn navigation and a complementary year of RIDE COMMAND+ connected features, which includes live traffic and weather overlays, and a vehicle locator feature that allows riders to track their bike’s last location where it was powered on.
Standard features aboard the Indian Challenger Elite include, ABS, keyless ignition, tire pressure monitoring, as well as weatherproof and remote-locking saddlebags with more than 18 gallons of storage.
Chieftain Elite
Designed for discerning riders who demand the best of the best, the 2022 Chieftain Elite combines a sophisticated design with custom-inspired details straight from the factory. With only 150 globally available, the Chieftain Elite is highly exclusive.
Custom-Inspired Style
It’s all in the details, as the Chieftain Elite’s eye-catching Heavy Metal Smoke paint is complemented by premium bronze finishes, including the tank’s Indian Motorcycle headdress, saddlebag latches, center console, primary cover and airbox. Oil-rubbed bronze finishes across the engine’s push rod tubes, horn cover, and cam cover take the Chieftain Elite’s style to an entirely new level straight from the factory.
The Chieftain Elite’s streamlined fairing, slammed saddlebags with sharp lines and hard edges contribute to the bike’s aggressive demeanor. In addition, LED saddlebag lights, a two-up comfort seat, low suspension, precision machined wheels, and premium blacked-out finishes complete the Chieftain Elite’s head-turning style.
Packing the most powerful Indian Motorcycle air-cooled engine, the Thunderstroke 116, the Chieftain Elite delivers class-leading performance with 126 ft-lbs of torque. Rear cylinder deactivation improves rider comfort when riding through slower traffic, while three selectable ride modes, including Tour, Standard and Sport, allow riders to adjust the bike’s throttle response to match their riding style.
Pricing for the Indian Challenger Elite starts at $34,999, while the Chieftain Elite begins at $32,999. Both models will begin shipping to dealers this month.
NEWS FROM THE MASTER OF LIGHT– Artist David Uhl
Greetings and welcome to all of our new subscribers!
We are excited to announce a new release by David Uhl – a piece that has been about 8 years in the making. As you may know, in 2014 David released “Jessi”, featuring the amazing Jessi Combs. The print edition of “Jessi” has been sold out for a few years now.
In preparation for his Jessi painting, David and Jessi took several photos in various scenarios. One of these is the setting for his new piece which is now available for purchase.
This masterpiece features Jessi with the Navy bike from Rocky Mountain Motorcycle Museum in Colorado Springs. Jim Tobul’s “Korean War Hero” Navy Corsair serves as part of the backdrop. Ultimately, this piece is really all about the light – of which David continues to demonstrate his mastery.
In David’s words, “I wanted to add a strong light component to this composition featuring Jessi. So much so, I think I’ll call it “Eternal Light” or “Radiance” . She always seemed to have this image “glow”. Took a long time (8 years) but I think I’m nearly finished. This original photo of her is from my 2014 shoot with her for the Jessi piece we did that year.”
The image is below, along with a couple of close-ups, which display the beautiful light David incorporated in the painting.
The exclusive canvas print edition will be available in the same sizes and edition size as the original “Jessi”, shown below. If you have the first “Jessi” and want this new one, please let me know ASAP and I’ll try to get you the matching print edition number as we slot people in.
Canvas print edition specifics (all signed, numbered and Certified):
** Image size 32×24, 150 prints plus 25 Artist Proofs and 25 Hors d’ Commerce – $1,895 framed.
** Image size 40×30, 20 prints plus 5 Artist Proofs and 5 Hors d’ Commerce – $3,850 framed.
** Image size 48×36, 10 prints plus 2 Artist Proofs and 2 Hors d’ Commerce – $4,850 framed.
STURGIS REPORT—Long time factory rep in the Midwest, Leah Whaley, who also builds sharp custom bikes retired on the 6th of June. She worked for Harley for 22 years.
But there’s more. Yesterday she became the Executive Director of oops, I need the board’s approval before I can tell you. It’s in Sturgis and in the motorcycle industry. Hang On!
–Bandit
First since 2019
–The Sheriff
The Sheriff Media Group
Sweden
What was originally started as “The Anvil Toss” by The Horse Magazine editor Ralph “Hammer” Janus, now turns into a 3 stage competition to crown one man and one woman as World’s Strongest Biker for 2022.
STAGE ONE comes from the World’s Strongest Man competition where they carry Atlas Stones. Only this has a Moto-twist to it by replacing the stones with V-Twin Engines. Each engine will be weighted with given amounts of weight. Three times competitors must travel a given distance, pick up a motor and return it to the original point where they then have to place it on a shelf. Each time the weight gets heavier and the shelf gets higher.
STAGE TWO is from the Olympic sport of deadlifting. Our biker twist on this will see competitors deadlifting a barbell made from a sportster hardtail frame. All competitors will start with a given weight and after completing the lift they move on. Weight is added at each round until competitors are eliminated.
STAGE THREE comes from the Highland games, the Hammer Throw. Of course we have to make this Moto-centric as well, so in place of the hammer will be a V-Twin Crank and Rod assembly at the end of a short rope. Longest throw wins.
THE PASSAGE OF TIME–Years ago, we did a series where we wrote our beginnings… how we sold our soul to the Gods of Chrome, addicted to the two-wheeled life forever.
I wrote about my dad and uncle building their bikes from milk crates and junk, my own version of biker build-off circa 1982. Well, I recently found an old pic of my pops on his Sporty as well as one of me at the same age on my first Sporty… surreal.
–The Humble One
An amazing European tour full of diversities, designed to satisfy all your senses and create wonderful and unforgettable memories!
Starting from the romantic city of Venice, full of historical splendor, we will take you on a ride through an amazing patchwork of the most beautiful mountain sceneries, the magical Dolomites!
In a Tuscany motorcycle tour, we will ride along the major and some of the most important mountain passes, letting you experience the beauty of the typical mountain scenery and at the same time, enjoy the elegance of some of the best motorcycle roads in Europe.
Combining that with a ride down to the Mediterranean coast and to the colourful Cinque Terre, this tour provides a wonderful and fulfilling experience in the heart of the most beautiful Italian region – the famous Tuscany, with its jewels – the cities of Pisa, San Gimignano, Siena and Florence.
Recently, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) issued its estimate of 2021 U.S. traffic fatalities. A Reuters headline blared, “U.S. traffic fatalities surge 10.5% in 2021 to highest count since 2005,” followed by the lede, “Traffic deaths surged after coronavirus lockdowns ended in 2020 as more drivers engaged in unsafe behavior like speeding and driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol.”
No empirical data was cited by the writer to support the sweeping contention that irresponsible drivers caused the fatality uptick, but he did acknowledge further into the article that the fatality rate fell slightly in 2021 from the preceding year, from 1.34 traffic deaths per 100 million vehicle miles traveled to 1.33, as more people took to the roads with COVID-19 restrictions easing.
We have shared discussions from the Member Forum of the Institute of Transportation Engineers (ITE) in the past to provide an informative glimpse into the thinking of some of the people responsible for the practical application of safety standards to the roads. Shortly after the NHTSA report was released, a related “U.S. Roadway Fatalities at 16-Year High” thread was started on the ITE Forum. Jay Beeber, NMA Research Fellow and ITE Member, suggested a reality check on the alarmist thread title:
“So the headline on this should be ‘U.S. Roadway Fatalities Down Slightly in 2021.’ With all due respect, the industry standard metric is the fatality “rate,” not the absolute number of fatalities. California has the largest number of roadway fatalities because it’s the state with the largest population and highest vehicle miles traveled. For this reason, you wouldn’t compare the total number of fatalities in California to Rhode Island.
“Apocalyptic headlines don’t serve us well if we want to be taken seriously. Of course, the goal is to continue to reduce the number of fatalities on our nation’s roadways, regardless of whether the fatality rate ticks up or down and, over the long term, we have achieved that. The fatality rate on US roadways has fallen 21% in the last quarter century and is down 76% since the mid-1960s. It’s down 95% since the modern automobile era began a century ago. By any measure, this is a huge accomplishment. Sure, we should take note that there’s more work to do to improve roadway safety, no one is arguing otherwise. But let’s at least keep the discussion reasonable and keep in mind the larger picture. . .”
As you might expect, that triggered a number of responses from the traffic engineering community, including one from a City of Portland, Oregon engineer who pointedly noted that he did not consider Beeber a colleague and somewhat disdainfully implied that a person who supports motorists’ rights is not to be taken seriously about road safety matters.
Jay then added, ”Some approaches to safe systems design aren’t reasonable. In particular, the idea that cars should never go faster than the speed at which a fatal injury might occur if there’s a conflict with a vulnerable road user is mostly nonsensical. That might work in a small city or town center (and the road has to be designed so the speed is self-enforcing) but many are advocating for this to be the norm throughout entire cities. That’s like saying airplanes shouldn’t fly higher than 10 feet off the ground in case they fall from the sky or that ladders shouldn’t be taller than 2 feet lest the user make a mistake and fall off. Some design ideas might create a perfectly safe system, but render the tool essentially nonfunctional.”
But the pièce de resistance in rebutting the all-in safe streets approach was this summation by Jay on the forum:
“I think one of the biggest objections I have to some ideas posted here is the hubris of some that believe they know so much as to be able to control the behavior and lives of large parts of the population – from where and how we live our lives, to what types of homes and communities we are “allowed” to live in, to how and when we travel.
“That’s a bad approach, not only because it’s an overtly authoritarian approach, but it just doesn’t work, and inevitability leads to conflict. Of course, there’s a place for rules of the road, requirements for vehicles like seat belts, airbags, anti-lock brakes and the like (those things likely would have become the norm without government intervention, but it could have taken longer). But the “new paradigm” of controlling everyone’s lives and behavior isn’t new. It’s just the old authoritarianism wrapped up in shiny new slogans. It hasn’t worked in the past, and it won’t work in the future.
“The same is true for things like “speeding” (which I put in quotes since it is ill-defined and highly relative to the conditions). Arbitrarily lowering speed limits and imposing massive enforcement to try to get people to comply has been the approach since automobiles were invented. It doesn’t work, and it never will, but some keep trying to double down in the hope that there will be some magical breakthrough. The only thing that works is changing the nature of the roadway to make it self-enforcing at the desired speed (and then dealing with the true outliers).
“But you can’t do that everywhere as some have advocated – say to make them all 20 mph roads – because people still have to get where they are going in a reasonable amount of time, and the change can cause other unintended consequences. So, we have to be judicious about these types of changes and target them to where they will be effective and well-tolerated by road users.
“But I’m more the glass-half-full person. I know things are much better than they were in the past (looking long-term) and believe they will continue to get even better in the future without huge governmental command and control over people’s lives or trying to completely remake society. Individual choices and improvements in technology will further reduce fatalities.
“Here’s another way to look at last year’s fatality statistics: About 43,000 people died in traffic accidents. Each of those 43,000 crash deaths is tragic, but they’re statistically rare. On average, there was only 1.33 for every hundred-million miles of driving. That translates into 2.5-million hours of driving. 2.5-million hours of driving is 285 years of continuous 24 hours a day, seven days a week driving in between fatal crashes. Statistically, any one individual is relatively safe traveling on our roadways. And if we don’t do anything stupid, like driving impaired, or fatigued, or intentionally distracted, or weaving in and out of traffic at excessive speeds, our safety odds go way up.
“I’m not trying to minimize the loss of life that’s been reported, just trying to keep it in perspective.”
We needn’t say more, frankly, because we couldn’t have said it nearly as well.
you were aboard the donald’s yacht
you were pyoor nekkid and your slacht
was making my cock hacht to tracht
right over to the very spacht
where you were lying in the hacht
and burning sun. my eyes were fracht
with lust and fire, and I thacht
“If I can just but touch my tongue
near the place where she makes dung
and slide it slowly up the slittage,
avoiding where out comes the shittage
and walk the tightrope betwixt heav’n and hell
i’ll drink the Sacred Slittage goop
and not think it’s near where the poop
evacuates into the toilet
and heats the bowl enough to boil it
NO!….I’ll focus on her groinal seam
and it will generate in me the cream
of future generations mighty
that from her twacht will burst, all fighty
and belligerent: to right the wrongs
of commies, hippies, and end their songs
of atmospheric tyranny,
and save the earth for you and me
to thus exploit for eternity.
Burma shave.
J.J. Solari
Official Burma Shave Writer
Bikernet.com™
RACER DOWN–Davy Morgan dies after Supersport TT incident
An immensely experienced TT competitor with multiple top ten finishes – including a best finish of fifth place in the 2008 Lightweight TT – Morgan, 52, from Saintfield in Northern Ireland was contesting his 80th TT race.
I saw the new Top Gun movie last week. It was really good. Sorry to see Val Kilmer really has throat Cancer.
California and the Navy both suspend the helmet law when Tom Cruise Rides. They even let him pull a wheelie on the North Island runway. Go figure.
Just keep riding and writing.
–Bill May
Official Book Review Specialists
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A PASSAGE FROM THE 5-BALL TEMPLE– WISDOM QUOTES:
Quotes from ‘Autobiography of a Yogi’ by Sri Paramahansa Yogananda :
“The ills attributed to an anthropomorphic abstraction called “society” may be laid more realistically at the door of everyman. Utopia must spring in the private bosom before it can flower in civic virtue, inner reforms leading naturally to outer ones.”
“A man who has reformed himself will reform thousands.”
“The ideal of a well-rounded civilization is not a chimerical one. Abundance, material as well as spiritual, is a structural expression of cosmic law or natural righteousness”
–from Master Wayfarer
Monk in Training
Bikernet Temple of Doom
AUCTION DEAL OF THE WEEK—Sold for $89,000
This 1940 Indian Four is said to have been restored under prior ownership and was acquired by the selling dealer in 2016. The bike is finished in dark red over a black frame and powered by a numbers-matching 77ci inline-four paired with a hand-shifted three-speed transmission.
SONG PICK for The Week—
Song: Truckin’
Artists: Grateful Dead
Album: American Beauty (1970)
Songwriters: Jerome J. Garcia / Philip Lesh / Robert C. Christie Hunter / Robert Hall Weir
* * * *
Truckin’, got my chips cashed in
Keep truckin’, like the do-dah man
Together, more or less in line
Just keep truckin’ on
Arrows of neon and flashing marquees out on Main Street
Chicago, New York, Detroit and it’s all on the same street
Your typical city involved in a typical daydream
Hang it up and see what tomorrow brings
Dallas, got a soft machine
Houston, too close to New Orleans
New York got the ways and means
But just won’t let you be
Most of the cats that you meet on the street speak of true love
Most of the time, they’re sittin’ and cryin’ at home
One of these days they know they better be goin’
Out of the door and down to the street all alone
Truckin’, like the do-dah man
Once told me, “You’ve got to play your hand”
Sometimes the cards ain’t worth a dime
If you don’t lay ’em down
Sometimes the light’s all shinin’ on me
Other times, I can barely see
Lately, it occurs to me
What a long, strange trip it’s been
What in the world ever became of sweet Jane?
She lost her sparkle, you know she isn’t the same
Livin’ on reds, vitamin C, and cocaine
All a friend can say is, “Ain’t it a shame?”
Truckin’, up to Buffalo
Been thinkin’, you got to mellow slow
It takes time, you pick a place to go
And just keep truckin’ on
Sittin’ and starin’ out of the hotel window
Got a tip they’re gonna kick the door in again
I’d like to get some sleep before I travel
But if you got a warrant, I guess you’re gonna come in
Busted, down on Bourbon Street
Set up, like a bowlin’ pin
Knocked down, it gets to wearin’ thin
They just won’t let you be
You’re sick of hangin’ around and you’d like to travel
Get tired of travelin’, you want to settle down
I guess they can’t revoke your soul for tryin’
Get out of the door and light out and look all around
Sometimes the light’s all shinin’ on me
Other times, I can barely see
Lately, it occurs to me
What a long, strange trip it’s been
Truckin’, I’m a goin’ home
Whoa, whoa, baby, back where I belong
Back home, sit down and patch my bones
And get back truckin’ on
–Wayfarer
Lyrics Research Specialist
Bikernet.com™
A Modern-Day Incarnation of Lincoln Cosmo Carrera Panamericana
https://www.bikernet.com/pages/A_modernday_incanation_of_Lincoln_Cosmo_Carrera_Panamericana.aspx
Aside from my own personal connections to many of the cast of afore mentioned characters, and being very familiar with the car itself, I found both of these 2 GREAT articles VERY informative and entertaining. Much of the info was new news to me and I appreciated it immensely.
Congratulations to you and Christian for all your accomplishments with this now historic ‘Hot Rod Lincoln.’
–El Waggs
Oceanside, CA
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— Ronald Reagan
FREE EVENT !
Join us Monday night, June 13th, 7:30 to 10:00ish at the Looney Bin Bar and Grill, as between the LIVE LOUD CLASSIC ROCK sets of “Down Cellah,” (GREAT FOOD and SERVICE, pay as you go) . . .
We remember 50 years ago (1972), via Easyriders Magazine, a call went out for Bikers to stop fighting each other, get together and fight the Government intrusions into our rides and lives, creating “A Brotherhood Against Totalitarian Enactments (ABATE)” National.
Many Club Members first answered the call, Nationwide, including John “Rogue” Herlihy of CT, who with others lead the way for ‘choice’ in CT and later, a repeal of the Federal Funding hostage requirement for State Highway Safety Funds – a Sturgis Hall of Fame inductee – photo journalist and co-founder of “Bikers Lives Matter” in Florida. Long time invited “Bikers of Lesser Tolerance” (BOLT) activist and advocate and Veteran. We honor his military service and 50+ years service in our rider community.
In New Hampshire, Dave Kelley of Manchester with others answered the call in 1975 incorporating the New Hampshire Motorcyclists Rights Organization (NHMRO) – with Dave as its first President. We lost Dave in July 4, 2016 – we remember and honor his leadership and the freedoms and motorcycle awareness he and others fought for then – and continue today.
And in memory and honor of Bob Doiron, the “John Hancock” of the 1974 creation of the Modified Motorcycle Association of MA and 1981 creator of the “Check Twice” motto and bumper stickers – as a protest against the then MA Registrar of Motor Vehicles who tried to ignore motorcycles in his Government Safety Awareness messages . . . and
Billy “Irish Ryder” Gannon, . . . who staged ‘sit-ins’ at the Mass State House when the Governor ‘stole’ the motorcycle safety funds – and with others got the
$$$$t back – and championed the “Helmet Laws Still SUCK” motto – who pissed off a lot of people (who needed being pissed upon) and loved by many more for his passion in our community – another Sturgis Hall of Fame Inductee. Two ‘stand up’ guys who rallied others we lost too soon.
Join us in a toast to them – and others you know who lead us out on the limb, refusing to back down and preserving our rights to ride . . .
FYI – a Facebook Event Page for Monday Night, June 13th – was just set up at . . . . https://www.facebook.com/events/867314440862195/
–Paul Cote
While suturing a cut on the hand of a 75-year-old farmer, the doctor struck up a conversation with the old man. Eventually the topic got around to politicians and their role as our leaders.
The old rancher said, “Well, you know, most politicians like Justin Trudeau,& Joe Biden are ‘Post Turtles’.”
Not being familiar with the term, the doctor asked him, what a ‘post turtle’ was.
The old rancher said, “When you’re driving down a country road and you come across a fence post with a turtle balanced on top, that’s a post turtle.”
I tell guys that we’re not getting old or aging, we’re dying. Just some are dying faster than others. So, we’re basically in a fight to prevent the inevitable. But more than just that.
First and foremost two things: What you eat and working out.
You need to maintain your strength and keep the blood flowing. I can help you with a workout plan. That’s so important on so many levels: Health, longevity, posture, mental attitude, self-defense, confidence, you name it.
Food: Think of your body as a carburetor. You want only high-test, clean fuel and tune it perfectly. So, I mostly only have two cups of coffee in the morning. Not large cups. Put something in your gut before coffee. I take a couple of slugs of Kefir. And recently found out, it’s good to have a glass of water first thing.
At noon on most days, I have a protein shake with tons of fresh fruit, protein powder and yogurt. I have a hamburger maybe once every ten years.
The shit you want to avoid is butter, fat and cheese.
Okay, so dinner and the shit you want to eat, like lots of fresh vegetables and salads. Olive oil is a good thing and avocado oil.
Of course, you want to dodge sweets and processed foods as much as possible.
Take your vitamins and keep moving. Keep in mind, I’m very good at all the above and could die tomorrow.
One more important aspect of life—mental attitude. Stress is a killer. You can pray or meditate. The notion is twofold. You need to take your mind out of gear everyday if possible, and whatever you are thinking today, you can change tomorrow. Someday, when you are stressed or pissed off go to a quiet place, close your eyes and think about what you’re thinking. Then think about what it is doing to you. And then think about changing those thoughts. They are only thoughts.
Rest and be kind, you have nothing to prove.
Ming Ball
Health and Longevity Editor
Bikernet.com
PS. My brother wrote back and complained that it was too late. I forgot the third Code of the Old West rulebook: Never give in and never give up!
The Harley-Davidson Museum is heating up—
MILWAUKEE, USA (June 8, 2022) – Mark Thursday, June 9th on your calendars. That’s when the all-new, 10,000-square-foot Harley-Davidson Shop opens its doors to the public. In addition to the outstanding lineup of H-D Museum-branded merchandise, authentic reproductions, accessories, and gifts guests have come to love, more than 150 new products will line the shelves. With more room comes even more options to customize your gear and create one-of-a-kind items that display the uniqueness that has been a hallmark of Harley-Davidson. Come down for the opening day and be sure to enjoy extended hours during Bike Night.
And on Saturday, June 25, the timeless Wild Ones Vintage Motorcycle Rally makes its triumphant return after a two-year hiatus. Celebrate Harley-Davidson’s unrivaled motorcycle heritage with a vintage 1940s-style motorcycle rally at the H-D Museum complete with vintage bike show, authentic motorcycle field games, boonie bike races, poker run launch and a new addition with the Badger Boneyard Swap Meet (with 100% of the proceeds benefiting Make-A-Wish Foundation of Wisconsin) and so much more moto-culture fun.
1977 FLH “Blackula” (on display beginning May 13)
Milwaukee man about town Freddie Franklin purchased his Electra Glide® motorcycle from its original owner, 95-year-old Wallace Brzezinski, with only 4,500 miles on its odometer. And in short order, he completely re-envisioned the bike to reflect his timeless style. The motorcycle incorporates some hallmarks of Franklin’s disparate tastes. A dash of the Coney Island-style bikes – decked out with lights and reflectors – he adored mixed in with elements of Willie G.’s seminal Knucklehead and topped off with details that harken to the 1970s blaxploitation films Franklin watched back in the day. A clear statement of Black pride via the language of vintage motorcycles, this is a bike you must see in-person.
Keith Brammer (Die?Kreuzen) leather jacket (on display now)
Perhaps no other genre of music is so closely associated with the classic black leather jacket?than punk rock. Keith Brammer, of Milwaukee’s hardcore punk band Die?Kreuzen, has graciously lent his well-worn leather to the H-D Museum. The?jacket?was purchased in?New York City in the 1980s and was a constant companion for Brammer throughout his touring days. Check out the Custom Culture gallery to view this piece of Milwaukee music history.
Revolution® Max Engine (on display now)
The brand-new Revolution® Max 1250cc engine powers a new generation of Harley-Davidson® motorcycles. See the liquid-cooled, 60-degree V-Twin that delivers for the Pan America™ adventure touring model and the performance cruiser Sportster® S motorcycle. On view in the Museum lobby.
Clubs & Competition (on display now)
In the early part of the 20th century, motorcycle culture was a homegrown phenomenon. It grew out of the passion of riders for their evolving sport. The camaraderie that developed around riding and attending competitive events led to the formation of motorcycle clubs that hosted destination rides, family picnics with motorcycle games and other riding competitions.
The newly reinstalled display case in the Clubs & Competition gallery highlights clothing from club members from primarily the 1930s and 1940s. The clothing selections on view include full dress uniforms, shirts, sweaters, jackets and caps, customized by the owners with their club’s name and logo, and pins or patches indicating membership in the American Motorcyclist Association.
The H-D Archives collection includes Motorclothes® apparel sold in H-D® product catalogs but also non-H-D produced clothing items that have been proudly customized by riders.
Harley Fox (on display now)
Gail Anderson’s 1986 Softail® Custom motorcycle, “Harley Fox,” built by her partner Bob Burrows, took top prize at the first Ladies of Harley® (LOH) ride-in show during Daytona Beach Bike Week in 1987. With her custom bike and themed riding gear, Anderson presented a striking image that fit the growing visibility and exciting new options for women riders in the 1980s.
Alfonso Sotomayor’s 1957 Model FL (on display now)
The Harley-Davidson Museum is proud to announce its collection has recently grown with the addition of a 1957 Model FL that was ridden by famed Mexican stunt rider and racer Alfonso Sotomayor Canales.
Harley-Davidson’s history in Mexico dates back to at least 1913. In the 1920s, the brand was more frequently spotted throughout Mexico City as the motorcycles proved popular with the local traffic police who would also perform stunts with their Harley-Davidson® bikes. After racing from the 1930s into the 1960s, Sotomayor launched his own stunt riding career by performing the famed “Salto de la Muerte” or Jump of Death. Learn more about Sotomayor’s feats of derring-do and Harley-Davidson’s early entry into Mexico with this new display located in the Custom Culture area.
Staff from the MIC’s Government Relations Office traveled to Moab, Utah, to help save some of the nation’s most scenic riding trails.
Scott Schloegel, senior vice president of the MIC’s GRO, rode to the Labyrinth Rims/Gemini Bridges Special Recreation Management Area, overseen by the Bureau of Land Management. Trails there are in danger of being closed to motorized users.
Leading the way was Clif Koontz of Ride with Respect, which aims to protect natural resources while accommodating diverse recreation on public lands through trail restoration projects and educational programs. Local motorcycle rental and tour company Ride Moab Industries helped supply gear for the ride.
“Clif is a passionate rider who has dedicated his life to ensuring that riding opportunities remain open in the Moab region of Utah,” Schloegel said. “His group has put in countless hours marking riding trails to ensure that visitors stay on designated riding routes, and recently received a Right Rider Access Fund grant.”
The GRO also has a longtime relationship with Utah Congressman John Curtis, cosponsor of the Recreational Trails Program reauthorization bill. He sits on the House Energy & Commerce Committee with jurisdiction over the Consumer Product Safety Commission, which regulates off-road motorcycles, ATVs, and side-by-sides. Curtis is also a member of the House Motorcycle Caucus.
HIGHWAY 21 ROLLS OUT RED CARPET THIS WEEKEND—
Western Power Sports is rolling out the red carpet this weekend for the big screen premiere of Honing The Craft — a celluloid tribute to the biker lifestyle. Headlined by its Highway 21 Brand (so named after the stretch of road that winds through the Rockies), the film pays tribute to the pursuit of perfection and the ultimate motorcycle ride.
In addition to playing on the big screen at the historic Egyptian Theater in Boise, there will be a custom bike show, more than $10K in raffles and fun for the whole family.
–DealerNews
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Dave aged as the writer did. He started out a New Orleans detective with a drinking problem and in later years is a detective for the police in New Iberia, a small oil field town just west of New Orleans. All those books are awesome.
Two have been made into movies. “Heavens Prisoners”, staring Alec Baldwin as Dave and “Into the Electric Mist” with Tommy Lee Jones as Dave. Jones was perfect.
This new book is called Every Cloak Rolled in Blood. In real life James Burke lived in New Iberia for many years and his books were about all the drama that happens down there. It is another Harbor area like Wilmington.
A few years ago, he moved up to Montana and bought a ranch just south of Missoula. Now he writes about the Holland family. He started with a Texas Ranger in the late 1800s and their descendants all the way up to now.
His character is 85-year-old Arron Holland Broussard, a writer who bought a ranch in Montana. He deals with white supremist and other outlaws in a lot of drama involving ghosts of soldiers killing Indians and the ghost of his recently passed daughter.
In real life he just lost a daughter named Pamela. She used to take care of his website I believe. In fact, I emailed her a few years ago about one of his books. His other daughter is Alafair Burke, a great crime writer in her own right.
In the book Heaven’s prisoners Dave Robicheaux rescues a little girl from a dope plane that crashed in the bayou. Dave and his wife adopt her and name her Alafair. James is a great character developer. His people are flawed just like all of us. Anyway, this old writer has a hell of an adventure and he is still able to handle it.
I hope me and Bandit can still ride off on adventures when we are 85. All the history mentioned in the book is real and accurate. It is worth reading just for the education. In fact, all his books are like that. Enjoy.
–Bill May
So, I bought this from a guy I worked with. He drove up in my driveway 20-odd years ago and asked if I knew anything about this model. I said yeah, I had one in high school 1971.
We tried to start it and a case of beer, later it was tore down to the frame. I sent the engine to Accurate to be rebuilt. It was painted, gone thru and the motor came back running great.
My coworker rode it less than a 1000 miles and parked it til I bought it in January 2022. Same shit wouldn’t start.
So, it’s mine now and I only want to make it a weekend rider. I have Barry’s number and hope to talk with him soon about the rebuild. The paint is still good. I might do a frame mount dual seat for the ladies. Wish it had a linkert (has Ss E) and the stock handlebars. Other than that I ain’t complaining. You in Long Beach or Deadwood? I enjoyed visiting your Broad Street place years ago.
–Anson
I’m in Sturgis or Deadwood, depends on the Redhead and motorcycles. Stop in. Bring the Panhead. We will make it run like a top.
–Bandit
As if the cause wasn’t enough, there is the setting: More than 150 rare, vintage and unique motorcycles from the MotoDoffo Vintage Motorcycle Collection and sponsors, including Kurt’s first ‘factory’ race bike, NHHA race bike and rally bike will all be on display.
–DealerNews
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COMMENT FROM AN UNDERCOVER STAFFER—
Excellent work Mr. Weeks, from Lucky Devil Custom Cycles, Houston, Texas.
–Mystery Man
The secret of success is to be in harmony with existence, to be always calm to let each wave of life wash us a little farther up the shore.
–Cyril Connolly
I fear this might be a sure-fire way to drown.
Today my day is filled with harmony. Everywhere I go I see the harmony unfolding in ways I have never imagined. I let go of all confusion and discord. My thoughts are clear, and my mind is open to living Life in perfect order. Perfect expression of Health, Love, Peace, Energy, Abundance, Prosperity, and Success fill my day. My creative self-expression raises and manifests at a higher level for I am Divinely inspired. I know what to do and how to do it.
I tried this in what might be termed as heavy Austin traffic. I will need someone to bail me out.
I am so grateful for this clarity. As I express Life at this new and higher level of self, I encourage others to do the same.
The judge has now denied bail.
Today I let go of all limitations, fears, and doubts and express My Truth like never before. My Life unfolds in Perfect Harmony and I Love My Life.
My jail mates just couldn’t grasp this concept. They say I should be able to walk with a cane in a few months.
And So It Is
Namaste’
and so it is,
chingaderas
One must marry one’s feelings to one’s beliefs and ideas. That is probably the only way to achieve a measure of harmony in one’s life.
–Napoleon Hill
Been married for over forty years, but at least he did think and grow rich..
I think I’ll wait to see what J. J. Solari has to say about all this.
–from Sam Burns
Monk in training
–Sam Burns
If you buy an AR that is stamped 5.56mm then you are good for any ammo. Most current commercially available ARs are marketed as 5.56mm so you should have no problem finding one.
That said, if you get a great deal on a .223 Rem AR then stick with .223 Rem commercial ammo. Just stay away from military surplus ammo.
Used is okay as long as it is in good condition and not been abused. Many pawn shops have a good selection of ARs.
A lot of people buy ARs on impulse but hardly ever shoot them, and then have to sell them when they fall on hard times.
But stay with the major name brands like SIG, Ruger, S&W, Colt, etc.
I’m coming to Sturgis after Alaska. Hang on!
TRIKE OF THE WEEK—We went all out this week. This could be an old Roth job gone to seed.
–Sam Burns
Trike Editor
Bikernet.com™
QUICK BIKERNET READER COMMENT–THE UNITED BIKERNET WEEKLY NEWS for June 2nd, 2022
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Hey Bandit,
Here’s a few thoughts on Laconia Bike week…
I was born in Laconia and Over the years I bought several Bikes from Meredith Harley owned by locals, Herb and Linda Johnson. Herb and Linda always treated their customers with respect. When they retired and sold the dealership, it became Laconia Harley Davidson.
Now, here’s my bitch…my Vietnam brother, who recently passed, traded his Ultra Classic on a Tri-Glide, at this dealership, and never road his new bike. He died the day he was going in to pick it up. In the meantime, Laconia Harley sold his Ultra Glide and want his son to pay for the Tri-Glide which he doesn’t need or want. I feel the appropriate thing, Laconia Harley needs to do, is pay the son for the Ultra-Glide and cancel the sale on the Tri-Glide that has never left the dealership.
Just know, in the meantime, the son is paying interest and storage fees on the trike until this can be settled. I think you will agree that this is very poor treatment of a Vietnam veteran and his family.
— Alex Jemery
Deland, FL
But my brother, Micah McCloskey suggested a Ramjet Retainer. Unfortunately, Roger Ramjet is no longer around but folks are still making early clutch retainers. I ordered one from J&P.
The shop is so close I can taste it. It’s spring out here and flowers are blossoming everywhere.
My lathe is in a crate, so I jammed down to Clausen’s Machine in Spearfish. The 85-82 year old husband and wife team are still running the machine shop, have been for over 50 years. They made me two sets, one 4-inch and one 6-inch. Irish Rich approved.
It’s almost whiskey time and a big weekend coming up. We will look at trailers for Bonneville, a bridge for the stream behind the shop and meeting with Irish Rich tomorrow. We will also pick up split rail fencing for our property line behind the shop. Saturday, might be ’48 UL start-up day or staining shop chair rails.
I keep bugging the contractor about another project or two. For instance, I would love to roll the new Smithy Lathe into the shop. Patience my son…
In the meantime, ride fast and free forever.
–Bandit
THE BROTHERHOOD BIKERNET WEEKLY NEWS for June 16th, 2022
By Bandit |
Hey,
Life for a biker is a wonderful thing, primarily because of the brotherhood. Whether it’s club brothers, same brand brothers, two-wheeled brothers, it’s a special band of brothers.
I had dinner last night with two other brothers and their wives, who have been a part of this industry for over 50 years apiece and still love every day of being a biker.
We discussed the changing industry, but whether a brother rides a stock bike, a touring bike, a chopper, a race bike, performance bagger or whatever, it’s about the adventure of building, innovating, riding, freedom or touring. It’s a blast and we’ve all been trying to make that adventure more exciting every day of our lives.
Let’s hit the news:
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The Rogue Fender from Lowbrow Customs simply bolts on to Harley Panhead and Shovel frames, 1958-1984.
No cutting or modifying your stock frame!
Super heavy-duty, 12-gauge steel, with chrome-plated steel fender struts and hardware included.
CAPTION: Rogue Fender and Lowbrow Customs WX Gas Tanks on the Manthey’s Custom 1974 Super Glide.
Welcome to the next generation of the Sportster. Lighter, faster, water cooled, and sadly very muted. Luckily, the performance gurus at S&S Cycle are already on the job and have recently launched a slip-on muffler that allows the most technically advanced Sportster ever created to sound more like, well, a Sportster.
Designed to mesh with the factory header and shields, the S&S exhaust features their trademark removable dB Reducer that allows for easy sound and performance tuning.
Wake up your Nightster with the Grand National Slip-on and look for more performance parts for HD’s latest from S&S Cycle. Like everything else S&S does, their exhausts are all made in the USA!
Check out the details on their site or grab one from your favorite dealer or reseller.
https://www.sscycle.com/products/grand-national-nightster-black-45-slip-on-muffler-for-2022-nightster
Exhaust team put in some work on this one. Bikes are just now trickling into the dealerships, but we are ready with slip-on that makes this machine sound amazing!
–David Zemla
VP – Marketing
S&S® Cycle, Inc.
dzemla@sscycle.com
Please contact each of the committees below to protect your Second Amendment rights. In addition, you may click on each of the committees to view their agenda and find information on participating in the hearings.
Senate Appropriations Committee at 10:00AM on June 13th
Assembly Bill 1769 prohibits officers, employees, operators, lessees, or licensees of the 31st District Agricultural Association from entering into any agreement to allow for the sale of any firearm, firearm parts, or ammunition on property or buildings that comprise the Ventura County Fair and Event Center or properties in Ventura County and the City of Ventura that are owned, leased, operated, or occupied by the District.
Assembly Bill 2156 reduces the number of firearms a private citizen can manufacture in a year from 50 to no more than three. In addition, it prohibits private citizens from using 3D printing to make firearms, precursor parts, or magazines.
Please click here to contact the Senate Appropriations Committee and ask them to OPPOSE Assembly Bills 1769 and 2156.
Senate Judiciary Committee at 1:30PM on June 14th
Assembly Bill 1594 creates a private right of action against firearm industry members for failure to implement “reasonable” controls. This intentionally vague term can subject the industry to crippling lawsuits regardless of whether there is any actual violation of law.
Assembly Bill 2571 bans advertising or marketing firearms or ammunition in a way that is “attractive to minors,” replacing the language in current law banning specifically “advertis[ing] to minors.”
Please go to the NRA web site to contact the Senate Judiciary Committee and ask them to OPPOSE Assembly Bills 1594 and 2571.
Assembly Judiciary Committee at 9:00AM on June 14th
Senate Bill 1327 creates a private right of action that allows individuals to file civil suits against anyone who manufactures, distributes, transports, sells, or imports firearms banned in California, as well as precursor firearm parts.
Please go to the NRA web site to contact the Assembly Judiciary Committee and ask them to OPPOSE SB 1327.
Senate Governance and Finance Committee at 9:00AM on June 15th
Assembly Bill 1227 was gutted and amended to contain language from Assembly Bill 1223. It places an excise tax of 10% on the sales price of a handgun, and places an 11% excise tax on the sales price of all long guns, rifles, firearm precursor parts and ammunition. These taxes are to be collected from California retailers and placed in a newly created fund for appropriation by the state legislature.
Please go to the NRA web site to contact the Senate Governance and Finance Committee and ask them to OPPOSE AB 1227.
To read more about these bills and view the NRA-ILA alert site.
Thank you for taking action!
Yours in Freedom,
Ken Lan
Communications Coordinator
NRA-ILA
http://www.nrailafrontlines.com/
Check it out – someone is auctioning the Harley-Davidson Model K 1955 motorcycle which Johnny Depp used for filming the cult-classic movie ‘Cry Baby’.
Why this sudden outing of collections? Depp won the Defamation Trial against Amber Heard.
Ebay probably is filled with crap signed by Johnny Depp.
Johnny Depp Harley From ‘Cry-Baby’ Movie is Up For Sale
https://blog.bikernet.com/johnny-depp-harley-from-cry-baby-movie-is-up-for-sale/
Johnny Depp celebrated that with around 20 friends at a UK Indian food restaurant — booked the whole restaurant to shut it for all other customers while they arrived and all left. Estimated bill is speculated at 60,000 British Pounds (manager didn’t reveal the actual bill).
Restaurant reported Depp was ‘humble and down to earth’.
Trivia: Depp had reportedly ordered the most expensive drink on the menu ‘The Jewel of Varanasi’ — this drink includes 500 Hennessy Paradis Imperial, Grand Marnier, Quail Egg Whites, seeds from a Vanilla Pod, Lemongrass Syrup, 24ct Gold Leaf and Edible Flowers and is served after 24 hours of notice as the drink is listed as a ‘premium drink’.
Restaurant News Source: https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/magazines/panache/johnny-depps-rs-46-lakh-dinner-actor-shuts-down-indian-restaurant-in-uk-celebrates-amber-heard-trial-win-with-friends/articleshow/92056632.cms
–Wayfarer
Celebrity Investigator
Bikernet.com™
BIKE FEATURE OF THE WEEK—By the brothers at Blue Groove.
–Sam Burns
Bike Feature Editor
Bikernet.com™
It’s been one month since the Motorcycle Riders Foundation’s Bikers Inside the Beltway event and our efforts are paying off.
An updated membership list of the House Motorcycle Caucus was released last week, and it shows substantial growth in the month since riders came to Capitol Hill. Eleven new members joined the organization which previously had 28 members. The nearly 40% increase is a direct result of outreach by MRF members!
The caucus hosts educational seminars and press events that shine a light on the issues facing the motorcycle community. It’s also a great way for riders to know which lawmakers are true allies. The Senate has a similar caucus and we hope to see growth with that group when its roster is updated.
Below is a list of the 11 new members of the House Motorcycle Caucus:
Representative Axne (Iowa)
Representative Brooks (Alabama)
Representative Brownley (California)
Representative Budd (North Carolina)
Representative Rodney Davis (Illinois)
Representative Norman (South Carolina)
Representative Obernolte (California)
Representative Pappas (New Hampshire)
Representative Scott Peters (California)
Representative Stevens (Michigan)
Representative Wild (Pennsylvania)
Additionally, the House profiling resolution (H. Res 366) passed the 100-cosponsor mark last week as 10 new lawmakers signed on since Bikers Inside the Beltway. Passing the 100 mark is a great benchmark that helps show Congressional leadership that the issue of profiling is a concern to lawmakers. A special shout out to the riders from Kansas who added three new members and now have all four Representatives from their state as cosponsors.
Below is a list of the 10 new H. Res 366 cosponsors:
Representative Banks (Indiana)
Representative Davids (Kanas)
Representative Dean (Pennsylvania)
Representative Estes (Kansas)
Representative Hinson (Iowa)
Representative LaTurner (Kansas)
Representative Kustoff (Tennessee)
Representative Obernolte (California)
Representative Ryan (Ohio)
Representative Titus (Nevada)
Thank you to those that help impact these numbers and thank you to all the riders who came to D.C. last month.
Keep your eyes peeled for upcoming calls to action on our legislative priorities. Answering calls to action is the easiest way to have your voice be heard in our nation’s capital.
–MRF
LIFESTYLE CYCLES DEAL OF THE WEEK–2017 Harley-Davidson FXDL – Low RiderFOR $16,995.00
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Stock # 13376 is a 2017 Blue Harley-Davidson DYNA LOW RIDER FXDL with only 9361.00 miles!
This bike is a super club style Dyna with low mileage
Some of the features/Add-ons on this bike
* 103c.i.Motor with a 6-Speed trans.
* Vance & Hince exhaust
* T-Bars
* Fairing
* Forward controls
* Hi-Flo air cleaner
* Speed-O and RPM gauges
* Dual front disk brakes
* Extended cables
This bike is only $16,995.00
Plus, license, $85.00 documentation fee and local sales tax. NO HIDDEN FEES like some dealers. And we have no reconditioning or prep fees. This bike has passed Lifestyle Cycles rigorous 92-point safety/mechanical/structural inspection.
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We carry Street Glides, Road Glides, Road Kings, Ultras, Sportsters, Softails, Dynas, and much more!
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[ in-am-uh-rah-tuh, in-am- ] noun
a woman who loves or is loved; female sweetheart or lover.
WHAT IS THE ORIGIN OF INAMORATA?
Inamorata “a female sweetheart or lover” comes from Italian innamorata, the feminine past participle of the verb innamorare “to inflame with love,” which is the Italian equivalent of the French-origin verb enamor (from Old French enamourer). Both verbs ultimately come from the Latin noun amor “love,” combined with the prefix in- and a verbal suffix. It is important to note here that the prefix in- here does not make inamorata mean “unloved”; Latin has two in- prefixes, one of which is negative and translates as “not” or “un-,” and the other of which is an intensive, indicating increased emphasis or force. The similarity between the two in- prefixes also explains why flammable and inflammable have the same general meaning—and why non-flammable is often used to clearly mean “not flammable.” Inamorata was first recorded in English circa 1650.
HOW IS INAMORATA USED?
Other poets treated the subject of “love,” allowing the flushed cheeks or alabaster limbs of this or that inamorata to enter the frame of their poems, but it’s [Latin poet] Catullus who built his nugae, or trifles, around a single, near-obsessional passion for a woman whose entire presence, body and mind, fills the lines of his poetry.
–JEFFREY EUGENIDES, “INTRODUCTION,” MY MISTRESS’S SPARROW IS DEAD, 2008
–from Dictionary.com
THIS IS HOW THE FEDERAL GOVERNMENT DEFUNDS THE POLICE. If you legally own a handgun, you are more likely to need it.
–from Sam Burns
The 1964 Big Twin “Panhead” was the result of continuous upgrades but few significant changes over previous models since rear suspension came available in 1958.
1964 was the last year for the Duo-Glide as 1965 harkened the introduction of the Electra-Glide, a similar machine now with electric starting built on a new 12-volt system. A new two-tone tank panel encompassed the tank emblem. A primary chain oiler and new oil pressure switch were designed in. Ignition and headstock lock keys became non-matching. The Duo-Glide Jiffy Stand had added contact area. For 1958 the FL and EL big twins had become Duo-Glides, boldly noted on the front fender.
This Duo-Glide is especially stylish in orange and off-white, possibly Competition Orange and Birch White. I could not confirm this color combination as a “stock” offering for 1964, but with…
This Duo-Glide is especially stylish in orange and off-white, possibly Competition Orange and Birch White. I could not confirm this color combination as a “stock” offering for 1964, but with white floorboards, grips, kicker pedal, pegs and fringed seat, whitewalls yet leaner with no saddlebags it’s a winner. Maybe a reader will give us more information. Continuing to give serious touring riders what they wanted, the optional King of the Highway package offered saddlebags, dual exhaust, fender tips, bumpers and either the Deluxe Buddy or Solo seat plus a luggage rack. As before, the “helper springs” flipped forward under the seat to provide extra support for a passenger, folded down for solo riding. In this era, about 3500 FLs and ELs were produced annually.
For reference, the 1958 machine received other updates including a hydraulic rear brake, an improved transmission and clutch, better connections for the exhaust headers at the head plus optional white-wall tires. The chrome struts, already a design feature on the K-Model and Sportster became an element of the big twin as well supporting the rear fender and taillight. The rear fender remained hinged to allow for rear wheel service.
Although still available for sidecar use in 1949, 1948 was the last year the solo FL and EL Harleys used the springer fork. The 1949 model was dubbed the Hydra-Glide and introduced the clean, sleek hydraulic fork with, in just the first year, gloss black-painted lowers. After ten model seasons rear suspension was added, and the big twin became the Duo-Glide but the big sprung seat, a tradition for comfort, was retained.
This sharp 1964 Duo-Glide is one of over 60 Harleys at the National Motorcycle Museum and is part of the Jill and John Parham Collection.
We are now making higher ground with customizing leather like never before with the Angelus Brand. Checkout the selection of colors for exact color matching and color combos.
Get your ideas rolling for your next custom leather with some color.
Been wearing these Dollar Tree glasses. Fits well and keeps the elements out. They are cheap. Remembering a lot of race tracks Springfield Mile, Peoria TT, Duquoin Mile that surround me. I even heard an ABATE commercial this weekend on the local radio.
Lots of motorcycle stuff coming up
–Adam Croft
Founder and President
Dimebag Leather Company
Back in July 2021, when the European Commission — the executive body of the European Union — adopted a slate of proposals to lower the E.U.’s greenhouse gas emissions called the “Fit for 55” package, it called for a 55% reduction in greenhouse gas emissions by 2030, and a 100% reduction by 2050.
For vehicle users, perhaps the most standout proposal in the package was a requirement that 100% of all new cars and vans be zero-emissions vehicles by 2035.
The combustion vehicle sales ban just took the next step toward becoming reality as of June 8, when members of the European Parliament (MEPs) met to discuss matters in Strasbourg, France.
The body voted in support of an E.U. ban on the sales of all new gasoline and diesel cars throughout the 27-nation group, effective as of 2035. The measure passed with 339 votes for, 249 against, and 24 abstentions in total. MEPs also signed off on a requirement of a 55% reduction in CO2 emissions from automobiles by 2030, which is where the “Fit for 55” initiative gets its name.
This vote doesn’t make the measure law throughout the European Union just yet. Now, E.U. MEPs must take the proposal up with all 27 of the E.U. member nations for final approval.
–Bill Bish
NCOM Biker Newsbytes
See the whole tamale in the next couple of days on Bikernet.—Bandit
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George Smith Sr., founder of S&S Cycle on his Knucklehead, “The Tramp”. S&S Cycle has a passion for speed, and a history of proven performance.
The S&S Hooligan Kit for Sportsters. Bolt-on Horsepower.
S&S produces performance parts such as the Hooligan Kit for Sportsters.
More than just a big bore kit, the included bolt-in cams and premium tappets make the most of the added displacement. All while using stock heads, pushrods, and fuel system!
This kit, backed up with dyno data, increases the horsepower of a stock 883 Sportster up to 85% along with a performance air cleaner and exhaust!
This 4-part video series is a great way to learn about Sportster engines in general and how to work on them. We hope you enjoy!
–Lowbrow Crew
I shot over to visit them and Dave said he was selling some of his personal art pieces.
I loved them all but purchased this one, along with a letter of explanation.
Now hitting my 70s, I’m concerned that if and when it’s my time, that one of the snowflake generation may end up with it and have no idea who Dave Mann was and how important his art is and who knows where it would end up.
Framed it is 27.5 35 inches
Maybe, if anyone is interested they could email
terrylovering101@mac.com
–Terry Lovering
“Thanks to the Great American Outdoors Act, we have already seen tremendous impact on our ability to enhance visitor access and land conservation efforts through the Legacy Restoration Fund and Land and Water Conservation Fund projects,” said Forest Service Chief Randy Moore. “Repairing and enhancing the infrastructure on the national forests and grasslands and expanding forest conservation ensures that the Forest Service continues to meet the need for outdoor recreation for current and future generations.”
According to the USDA, “the Legacy Restoration Fund focuses on addressing the backlog of deferred maintenance on federally managed public lands and is providing $285 million for 450 projects in 38 states and Puerto Rico. The Land and Water Conservation Fund received permanent funding through the Great American Outdoors Act, and expands Forest Service conservation efforts on national, state and private lands through voluntary land acquisition. This fiscal year, the Forest Service is investing $218 million into these programs, launching 25 new projects to open up new fishing, hunting and recreation opportunities across tens of thousands of acres nationwide.”
–MIC
“A .22 caliber bullet will enter the lung and you can get it out. A 9mm bullet will blow the lung right out of the body. If you can even find it. Find the lung. The body will still be there.
So, if you find the lung then you have to find the 9mm bullet. Then if you find it and take it out then you have to put the lung back into the victim but without the 9mm and by that time he might have left, or been kidnapped and so what do you do?
So, the 9mm is clearly and without a doubt the more dangerous bullet just regarding lungs if nothing else. I mean, c’mon, you need your lungs. And with a .22 you can at least have a chance of having your lungs and getting up on your feet and finding good jobs.
But those 9 millimeters, man o man, your lung is off somewhere in the woods when those things get done with you. And the woods are scary places. You don’t want your lungs in there. I’ve been in woods, and I didn’t even have a 9mm in my lung and I was, I’ll tell ya, it was rough. Not as rough as Nam or Gobblecanal in the Alleutians during the 2nd.
Man! But we hoisted the flag on that, whatchacall it, Sukiaki, Mount Sukiaki, long time ago, I might not have that right but you know the thing. There were a lotta 9 millimeters flying through the air that day, lotta guys lost their lungs, lungs flyin’ everywhere, but we had a job and a mission and that flag went up, and I remember that day.
Tough day. I think I cried that day, I looked all about me and it was a sea of lungs. We were knee deep in the things, sloshing and tramping through lung blown right out of bodies. Man. 9 millimeters. They’re not 22s, let me tell ya. They’re lung-removers. You don’t want that.
Pray that a .22 enters your lung. That’s my advice. They make your lung stay put. The medical person of either sex, women can do this just as well, they can get that .22 out of your lung. Because, C’mon!…..your lung is still in place!! It’s a .22! You’re a dog-faced pony soldier if you think it isn’t! Saying a .22 is anything like a 9 mm is like saying the soft heavenly aroma of a child’s hair is like the stench of vulture piss.
They’re totally different. Man! C’mon!
Thank you.
–J.J. Solari
We ultimately shipped it. I watched my creation get strapped to a pallet and stuck in a truck. His wife died a few days ago.
He just contacted me and informed me of the theft. He was insured thankfully. BUT, I hope all kinds of bad Karma falls on the scumbag motherfucker that stole Joe’s wife’s Memorial bike
–TB
Did you know we offer an entire line of LED License Plate Frames with a variety of fitments and functions?
For Harley:
Curved Perfect Plate Lights
We offer UNI and TSB mounts in both black and chrome.
Flat Perfect Plate Lights
We offer this style in gloss black or chrome.
For Indian:
Illuminated License Plate Frames
We offer this style in chrome, gloss black or matte black.
We also offer a line called Royal Flush, a different take on mounted LED turn signals.
For Harley:
Royal Flush LED Indicators
We offer these in two sizes:
9/16″ – colors: black anodized, polished, blue anodized, gold anodized and red anodized.
1″ – colors: black anodized and polished.
For Indian:
Royal Flush LED Indicators
We offer these in two sizes:
9/16″:
polished aluminum – (red), (red/red), (white/amber switchback), (red/amber).
black anodized – (red), (red/red), (white/amber switchback), (red/amber).
gold anodized – (red), (red/red), (white/amber switchback), (red/amber).
blue anodized – (red), (red/red), (white/amber switchback), (red/amber).
red anodized – (red), (red/red), (white/amber switchback), (red/amber).
1″:
polished aluminum – (red), (red/red), (white/amber switchback), (red/amber).
black anodized – (red), (red/red), (white/amber switchback), (red/amber).
To be yourself in a world that is constantly trying to make you something else is the greatest accomplishment.
–Ralph Waldo Emerson
I begin the gift of today I Pause. I Pause to Let Go of anyone and anything that does not serve my Highest Good, I Let Go of any ideas of lack or limitation, of stress or turmoil, any doubt or fear.
I Let Go of the past and of any power that I have given to others. As I Let Go, I find a new level of Peace.
I slowly breathe and go within to that place where all is Good. Here, I Know that I have a choice of the kind of day I am going to have. I take back My Power and trust that all is unfolding in right and Perfect Order.
I feel My Higher Powers of Love filling My Soul, lifting me to Higher Level of Consciousness, illuminating my path, dissipating all darkness from my mind.
Today’s Affirmation: Today I am going to Live my Life my way. I expect and accept the Divine Guidance from My Higher Power. My path is made clear. I am embracing obstacles and challenges, for I Know that I always have the Solution within. Today I move forward with a new sense of self-confidence knowing all is Good.
I am Grateful to have another day to express myself and at a new and higher level. I am Grateful for the choices I am going to make. Today my day is filled with Love, Joy, Peace, Health, Wealth and so much more. Today I choose my path!
And So It Is
Namaste’
Thank You
Yale Gelfant
Choppers Cycle
A 6-speed transmission for 4-speed motorcycles?!
Absolutely! Our BAKER 6-into-4 is a true overdrive 6-speed to replace stock 4-speeds, designed to satisfy old-school tendencies while providing the ability to run at reasonable RPMs at modern highway speeds.
The 6-into-4 gearset design is based on our original, award-winning, Overdrive 6-speed and is tough as nails. With our 6-into-4 you’ll get all the benefits of an overdrive top gear, smooth shifting, and the ability to stay in the powerband.
Upgrade any 1936-1986 Big Twin 4-speed to a 6-speed overdrive with the BAKER 6-into-4!
Can’t find what you’re looking for?
Call us at (517) 339-3835
Dear NMA Supporters,
The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCVSA) has revived an abandoned effort to mechanically limit the maximum speed of trucks. A federal notice asks for comment on Docket ID No. FMCSA-2022-0004-0001, which proposes to apply speed limiters to all new trucks over 26,000 lbs. with electronic engine-management systems. FMCSA is considering extending the rule to retrofitting of existing trucks, and to trucks as light as 10,001 lbs. GVW, which would include many pickup-and-trailer combinations.
Any road user may comment on the proposed rule. As this is written, the total of comments received is over 14,500, and the comment period has been extended until July 17.
Federal regulators are most interested in first-hand information about the effect of rules in the real world. In your comment, let FMCSA know that you’re one of the country’s 230 million auto drivers. Draw on your experience in mixing with slow-moving truck traffic on freeways in your part of the country.
Some of the issues that you might raise:
Speed-limited trucks will affect all highway traffic, not just truck operators.
Highways are safest where speed variance is smallest, and interactions between vehicles are minimized. Auto speeds on freeways are gradually increasing with improved car design, and a mandated maximum truck speed raises the potential for a 15- to 20-mph speed differential between cars and trucks.
Traffic is smoothest when it operates at the natural speed for each segment of the road. Large numbers of slow-moving trucks will invite unsafe maneuvers by auto drivers.
Slower truck traffic will slow down the country’s supply chains.
At a time when logistics performance is a national issue, we should not return to the days of the 1970s when the federal government tried to slow commerce down with a mandated speed limit. Previous attempts to mandate nationwide standard speeds failed.
Speed limiters will affect only freeways, which are our safest roads. Limiters will have no effect on roads with the highest crash rates. Limiters will slow trucks where they ought to be at their most productive, making miles between cities on roads designed for high speeds.
Lower productivity will worsen inflation by driving up shipping costs.
When the federal government tried to control truck speeds in 2016, we got the feeling that it was a back-door attempt to slow down auto traffic. When one or two freeway lanes are carrying an unbroken line of slow trucks, there won’t be much road space for auto drivers to use at normal speeds. In the 2016 attempt, speeds were suggested to be limited to 68, 65, or even 60 mph. This would turn America’s truck fleet into a rolling roadblock for all highway users.
Comments can be entered at https://www.regulations.gov/document/FMCSA-2022-0004-0001.
The comment period closes on July 17.
Frankie and the bros will be heading to Born Free in a couple of weeks.
Here’s a recent tattoo from the master in his Venice, CA studio surrounded by homeless folks.
–Bandit
A really well written and articulate op/ed on crude oil and the abundance of it that we have in our country and yet the current administration refuses to use our available abundance of resources to make us energy efficient, again, in favor of begging the countries that hate us to please, please sell us their crude.
I have yet to hear an educated, factual and accurate explanation (anyone with half a brain knows it’s not the fault of Putin because facts show the prices went up well before the Ukraine war) as to why that is except to force the American populace into buying electric cars that cost tens of thousands dollars and that most Americans cannot afford.
Never mind the infrastructure needed is decades away from being planned, built and put on line to support the increased demand to charge the batteries.
Think about it; right now we have rolling blackouts every year during the hot summer because the existing power grid can’t handle the load. My other question is where is the energy going to come from to power the tens of thousands if not millions of charging stations that well be required.
To see how completely inept our politicians are you have to look no further than the complete boondoggle of the bullet train project in California and yet they think they can build a national charging grid; give me a fucking break.
–Steve Bauman
Tech Editor
Bikernet.com™
Bagger Racing League: Round 1 Utah
The last time the FEULING Flying Pig saw its tires grace a track, it marked the first podium finish on record for the team in this high velocity class of Bagger GP racing.
With expectations high, the crew journeyed into Utah with a burning motivation to finish on top, and to best the field of bikes and riders alike who would undoubtedly leave it all on the track in hopes of standing atop the podium at the conclusion of the weekend.
The Flying Pig saw some huge performance gains heading into the race weekend with our 592-short travel camchest kit married to our refreshed Milwaukee Eight engine.
This is our, as we like to call it, “big nasty Put your big boy pants on and get serious” camshaft offered for all Milwaukee 8 engines.
Our freshly tuned short stroke motor also armed with our FEULING Race Series lifters, oiling system, BA HighFlow air cleaner, and anti-reversion exhaust system, shined on the track.
With our 592 cam-chest kit installed we saw our peak performance numbers from the dyno translate directly to the race track, all with the exact same components you can install on your build directly out of our parts catalog or your local Drag Specialties dealer.
For a full build list on our official Bagger GP race bike roll over to the Feuling web site!
All life is carbon based and the primary source of this carbon is the CO2 in the global atmosphere. As recently as 18,000 years ago, at the height of the most recent major glaciation, CO2 dipped to its lowest level in recorded history at 180 ppm, low enough to stunt plant growth.
This is only 30 ppm above a level that would result in the death of plants due to CO2 starvation. It is calculated that if the decline in CO2 levels were to continue at the same rate as it has over the past 140 million years, life on Earth would begin to die as soon as two million years from now and would slowly perish almost entirely as carbon continued to be lost to the deep ocean sediments.
The combustion of fossil fuels for energy to power human civilization has reversed the downward trend in CO2 and promises to bring it back to levels that are likely to foster a considerable increase in the growth rate and biomass of plants, including food crops and trees.
Human emissions of CO2 have restored a balance to the global carbon cycle, thereby ensuring the long-term continuation of life on Earth. This extremely positive aspect of human CO2 emissions must be weighed against the unproven hypothesis that human CO2 emissions will cause a catastrophic warming of the climate in coming years.
The one-sided political treatment of CO2 as a pollutant that should be radically reduced must be corrected in light of the indisputable scientific evidence that it is essential to life on Earth.
https://fcpp.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/06/Moore-Positive-Impact-of-Human-CO2-Emissions.pdf
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Sling Shot Clutch Control
5 & 6 Speed
Jockey Shifter Kit
5 Speed
Convert your 5-speed transmissions to jockey shift using our new Sling Shot Clutch Control and Jockey Shifter Kit.
We still offer the same 4-speed Sling Shot Clutch Control, but our latest version is compatible with 5- & 6-speed transmissions.
The Jockey Shifter Kit is designed for 5-speeds with a 6-speed version coming soon.
Based on customer feedback, we made these available to purchase as two separate products so you can mix and match as needed.
Been working with a chap who has a Tesla.
That would be using the supplied 120 VAC charge.
He says it charges at 5 Miles an hour.
You have to think about that a bit.
One hour of charge takes it 5 miles, or 100 miles of charge takes 20 hours.
Hi Anne,
I hope this email finds you doing well. We’re reviving the Righteous Products brand after almost 40 years (www.RighteousProducts.com) for low key biker lifestyle products sold online – mostly small creative mail away items (pins, decals, buckles) like you would order from the back pages.
Hal did a cartoon logo for Righteous Products in the ‘70s and we would like to reference this artwork. Humbly, we are all huge fans of Hal’s art and would love to foster a positive relationship with you, if and however we might be an asset.
We would love to do our part to keep his legacy alive and share his work with younger audiences as well as old. He most certainly deserves all the acclaim he can get. Please let us know how you’d like to proceed.
Thanks very much,
–Ace ?
Righteous Products
righteousproducts69@gmail.com
That road users other than drivers suffer distractions that can have dangerous consequences is a topic for another time. Let’s focus on the multitude of distractions that drivers face every day behind the wheel. Some are self-inflicted—fiddling with car entertainment or environmental controls, talking on a mobile phone, punching in navigation information, paying too much heed to boisterous passengers—and some are a result of the external built environment that vies for the attention of drivers at every literal turn.
Two professors, Joshua Madsen of the University of Minnesota’s Carlson School of Management, and Jonathan Hall at the University of Toronto, recently released a study that helps quantify the effect of those outside distractions.
Their research concentrated on a Texas highway project designed to warn drivers about pending danger by displaying on an electronic roadside sign the number of traffic deaths that occurred the year before. Madsen and Hall found that accidents increased significantly in the six miles of road immediately after the signage. The pair estimates that the digital displays played a direct factor in creating 2,600 more accidents, 16 deaths, and $377 million in associated costs over the course of a year.
The Texas signs displayed the fatality count one week each month, making the researchers’ task an easy one to isolate accident statistics with and without the signs in operation. They collected several years’ worth of data from before the signs were present and another several years of information when the on-again, off-again displays were in operation.
Madsen noted that when he and Hall shared the study results with several state departments of transportation, some of the responses were polite but dismissive. He claimed one state wrote back, “This is an interesting study, thank you for the feedback, but we think [our program] is going to help in the long term.” Even the Texas DOT, home base for the study’s data collection, issued a statement that, in part, said, “In relation to this particular study, there are too many unknowns to draw any firm conclusions.” The state has since acknowledged, without citing the Madsen/Hall study, that it stopped displaying traffic fatality statistics on roadside signs.
Who would have thought that putting up warning signs along a busy highway that draw driver attention away from the road would have adverse safety effects? It seems the primary purpose of the sign program was to influence driver behavior. That goal was met, but not exactly as intended.
–NMA
TRIKE OF THE WEEK—
–Sam Burns
Trike consultant
Bikernet.com™
–sb
Private Downunder Under-Cover Investigator
Bikernet.com
Los Angeles and some major cities have stopped enforcing some traffic laws, like broken tail lights or expired stickers, all in the name of racial equity, but critics have said letting people get away with breaking the law will only lead to more crime, and the current crime wave may prove them right.
Back in March, Philadelphia became the first city to ban police officers from pulling over drivers for minor traffic violations like expired tags and broken lenses, but now the Philadelphia FOP (Fraternal Order of Police) is suing to invalidate the new city law, saying it illegally preempts existing state laws on traffic violations.
L.A., Minneapolis and the entire state of Virginia have passed similar prohibitions on low level traffic stops, which they claim disproportionately targets Black drivers.
–Bill Bish
NCOM Legislative News
See the whole report on Bikernet in the next couple of days.–Bandit
Please see below a special message from Michael Battaglia, the Fundraising and Community Engagement Manager for the Pediatric Brain Tumor Foundation’s Ride for Kids program. Michael joined us on this year’s ride and his letter below is on behalf of the entire PBTF organization.
His letter was written a few days before an unexpected late arriving donation just the other day for $1,000 which raised this year’s total to $14,000! I have shared this exciting update with Michael and his team — we’re all smiles! 🙂
From Michael:
A Warm Thank You!
I want to personally thank you for your participation and donations in the Why We Ride to the Quail 2022 event. The fact that you helped us reach a fundraising amount of $13,000 on Friday the 13th for the 13 kids diagnosed every day with a brain tumor is proof that you were part of something amazing!
Your donations will help change a child’s life. Marshall is one of those children. You watched his video and heard him tell his story and the importance of how the PBTF and Ride for Kids program played a role in his life (CLICK to watch video). Marshall is now a young adult and in school for media production. Your donations will help other children reach their dreams too, just like Marshall.
If you would like to learn more about the Pediatric Brain Tumor Foundation, please visit our website for more information or to make a donation.
You can also follow us on Facebook and Instagram to stay involved in our mission and to hear stories about our Stars and their families. I ask you to share your experience and Marshall’s story with family and friends and encourage them to get involved and continue our fight together to find a cure and help more children reach their dreams.
Feel free to use my contact information below to reach me with questions, event ideas, or to share an experience.
Lastly, there are still more ways you can Ride for Kids this summer. Join our 13 for 13 Ride Challenge! Ride 1,300 miles in July for the 13 kids diagnosed every day with a brain tumor. Join, Ride, Raise, and make your miles go further! You can also attend our upcoming event in Northern California on September 18th – www.rideforkids.org/norcal
Thank you!
–Michael Battaglia
Fundraising and Community Engagement Manager
Ride for Kids
Pediatric Brain Tumor Foundation
mbattaglia@curethekids.org
(520) 955-4594
Everybody knows she’s looking good! She has to be, ‘cause this scoot is called Strutter. The worked-over 1957 FLH Panhead, is an homage to the bikes that came out of a lil’ shop out of San Leandro, California. In proper chopper aesthetic, the bike sports nothing extraneous. It’s set up for all go.
Owned by Christian Wren, Strutter’s ultra-light single tube frame was designed and built by Reece Zylstra and Christian. Stuffed inside that frame is a full race mill built by Chris McGhee sporting 4.75-inch Truett and Osborne flywheels, milled cylinders, forged 11.5:1 pistons and full Leineweber valve train. The trick heads were heavily worked and flowed by Steg Von Heintz. All 4 plugs are fired by MSF units and a single magneto.
An S&S Super B carb on a 2-inch spacer takes care of fuel atomization. Putting the horsepower to the ground is a 2-inch belt drive and an Andrew’s close ratio gear set linked together with a Barnett centrifugal lock up clutch. Stopping power comes from a single 4 piston sprocket brake out back.
All of the heavy welding and fab work, including the high mid-controls and pipes, was performed by Dave Herr out of Smithville, Indiana. The 6-inches over narrowed pan fork and narrowed Sportster tank help keep this night stalker in the shadows. A crushed velvet seat and jet black paint separate this bike from a common street walker to a high-class escort. This ‘57 is built to roam the streets.
Special thanks: J&F Auto Trim, Bobby Thompson, Mike Reed, Hole in the Sky, Year of the Dog.
—Liam Kennedy
Story and Photos by Liam Kennedy
Bike and story courtesy of Choppers Mag. Subscribe and support the cool pages.—Bandit
This is from Tom Petty’s first Solo Album. I have 2 of his band’s albums with almost all of the songs in it being pretty awesome.
* Tom Petty and The Heartbreakers – The Best of Everything (2019)
* Tom Petty and The Heartbreakers – Hypnotic Eye (2014)
Song Pick for the Week:
Song: Runnin’ Down a Dream
Artist: Tom Petty
Album: Full Moon Fever (1989)
Songwriters: Tom Petty / Jeff Lynne / Mike Campbell
* *
It was a beautiful day, the sun beat down
I had the radio on, I was drivin’
The trees went by, me and Del were singin’
Little runaway, I was flyin’
Yeah, runnin’ down a dream
Never would come to me
Workin’ on a mystery
Goin’ wherever it leads
I’m runnin’ down a dream
Felt so good like anything was possible
I hit cruise control and rubbed my eyes
The last three days the rain was unstoppable
And it was always cold, no sunshine
Yeah, runnin’ down a dream
Never would come to me
Workin’ on a mystery
Goin’ wherever it leads
I’m runnin’ down a dream
I rolled on, the sky grew dark
I put my pedal down to make some time
And there’s something good waitin’ down this road
And I’m picking up whatever is mine
Yeah, runnin’ down a dream
Never would come to me
Workin’ on a mystery
Goin’ wherever it leads
I’m runnin’ down a dream
Yeah, runnin’ down a dream
Never would come to me
Workin’ on a mystery
Goin’ wherever it leads
I’m runnin’ down a dream
–Wayfarer
Sounds Supervisor
Bikernet.com™
SHOP OF THE WEEK— Posted on Apr 12, 2022
Since the fire in February, we are temporarily working on motorcycles at 2021 7th Ave ne Austin MN. This is only until our shop is repaired. Feel free to contact us at 507-358-2902 or mdcustoms15@gmail.com
They are a dealer of Zodiac parts. As it turns out they’ve struggled to become an active dealer.
But we kept digging:
Hey Bandit,
I think it’s best if you reach out to Lonny at Heartland USA, they buy regularly from us so could have one shipped with their order easily.
— Remon Bosselaar
Zodiac Sales
I would love to see this show!
–Paul Aiken
–Ralph Waldo Emerson
Between the meditations and lifting weights, here’s what’s happening. This is a Buck Lovell’s shot of Energy One clutch plates. There’s a nuts story there. We are working on dialing in the Pandemic Clutch with new plates and a retaining plate, which was supposed to arrive but never did. The Redhead is on the way to the Sturgis Post Office right now to ask—WTF, over?
We are working on this tech for Bikernet and maybe Cycle Source Magazine.
I’m real close to a tech about our ’48 UL about getting it started and mods for the future.
I spent Tuesday afternoon at the new Shamrock’s location in Sturgis piecing together the VL Knucklehead frame and front end. This wasn’t an easy installation with the custom risers. We shaved the chrome to get the 15/16 bearing to fit on the bottom of the stem. Rich made a shim to make the top of the stem 1-inch. We drilled a cup for the press pin for the fork lock, shaved the legs for the Paughco Crown. The full-on first tech is coming.
I’m looking for a name for this puppy and I’m working with Atomic Bob on a concept illustration.
Hang on, it’s whiskey Thursday. Here’s a shot my son sent to me of the bike we called the factory racer. It’s currently locked in the Basement. I’m going to start to ride it around town, just to fuck with folks.
Until then, ride fast and free forever.
–Bandit
THE CONUNDRUM BIKERNET WEEKLY NEWS for June 23, 2022
By Bandit |
I’m in a conundrum, which means a mystery, a challenge or a questioning problem. I’ve been pushing against the Climate Doom mantra for a decade. Even guys in the industry look at me like I’m nuts to fight it. Motorcycle rights groups won’t ask senators for scientific transparency.
Okay, from time to time I want to give into the notion that we’re all going to die if we don’t stop fossil fuel use. Then I run into a wall of facts and questions. For instance most chemicals are made from Fossil fuels, so how can we stop. Every plastic product in the world is made from fossil fuels.
But let’s get down to the basics. What are you going to tell your kids. “Dad destroyed the planet by riding a Harley. Or, you’re never going to get to ride a Harley or a dirt bike, a muscle car or a sportscar. What do you tell a kid who is trying to mow your lawn, or wants to work on cars? What do you tell the bros who build choppers, they’re evil and going to hell with the planet. Or is it all bullshit? Does anyone care about the truth?
I just don’t get it. Even if you’re a democrat and believe all this, why wouldn’t you be in favor to Scientific Transparency to prove you are right? Instead you want to call anyone who questions the mantra deniers. Yet, you are really the deniers, denying scientific transparency. Okay, I give up. It’s Whiskey Thursday, let’s hit the news.
The Bikernet Weekly News is sponsored in part by companies who also dig Freedom including: Cycle Source Magazine, the MRF, Las Vegas Bikefest, Iron Trader News, ChopperTown, BorntoRide.com and the Sturgis Motorcycle Museum.
MRF FLASH ALERT–
Today, President Joe Biden will ask Congress to enact a three-month gasoline tax holiday. Biden will ask that both the 18-cent-per-gallon federal tax on gasoline and the 24-cent-per-gallon tax on diesel be suspended.
Many leaders in Congress, including those from his own party, are skeptical of the plan. The Chairman of the House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee, Peter DeFazio (D-OR) and the Chairman of the Senate Environment and Public Works Committee, Tom Carper (D-DE) worry that suspending the gasoline tax would drain needed funds from the Highway Trust Fund. The gas tax, which funds the Highway Trust Fund, is the major source of money for the federal government’s road and infrastructure improvement plans. In last year’s $1.2 trillion-dollar infrastructure bill close to half of the money came directly from the trust fund.
Historically high gas prices and concerns about inflation are forcing the Biden administration to seek quick and immediate relief for consumers. However, whether a gas tax holiday results in lower prices is something many in Congress are doubtful of.
Additionally, Congressional Democrats remain worried about the upcoming midterm elections and are balancing their own political futures vs. those of the president. The next few days and weeks will be a test to see if President Biden’s plan on the gas tax can gain support in a closely divided Congress.
About Motorcycle Riders Foundation
The Motorcycle Riders Foundation (MRF) provides leadership at the federal level for states’ motorcyclists’ rights organizations as well as motorcycle clubs and individual riders. The MRF is chiefly concerned with issues at the national and international levels that impact the freedom and safety of American street motorcyclists. The MRF is committed to being a national advocate for the advancement of motorcycling and its associated lifestyle and works in conjunction with its partners to help educate elected officials and policymakers in Washington and beyond.
GUN NUT ALERT–The U.S. Senate is voting on a gun control package this week – your U.S. Senators need to hear from you today. Please click the button below to contact your Senators today to tell them you oppose this gun control package.
Take Action Now!
The gun control package would allow states to use federal taxpayer dollars to implement state-level gun confiscation orders, i.e. “red flag” laws.
This gun control package would significantly increase the number of Americans who are federally barred from possessing firearms by expanding prohibitions for non-domestic, non-violent misdemeanor convictions. Virtually no other constitutional right is taken away for misdemeanor convictions and this legislation would treat the Second Amendment as a second-class right.
Nowhere in the legislation are the Second Amendment rights of law-abiding Americans advanced, and it is being rushed to the U.S. Senate floor for votes, bypassing hearings, markups and amendments on the legislation.
Please contact your U.S. Senators TODAY and respectfully urge them to protect and defend the Second Amendment by voting against this misguided gun control package.
You can also call your U.S. Senators at 202-224-3121 and you will be connected to the appropriate office.
Yours in Freedom,
Ken Lan
NRA-ILA Grassroots
http://www.nrailafrontlines.com/
EXTREME POLITICAL LESSON–Government – or, people who can’t do anything but who have jobs that have no actual job function or job description – cannot keep up with private enterprise -whose job is to make life better and easier and continually succeeds at this.
So, government has to impede private enterprise into non-existence. Otherwise, government will be obsolete. Apparently only me and bureaucrats realize this.
J.J. Solari
Supreme Political Analysist
Bikernet.com™
https://www.bikernet.com/pages/New_BDL_EVO3000_Installation.aspx
Glad to see that y’all are helping people with questions! I would like to get open primary kit 3000 for 2-inch belt
–James Burke
burkejimjr1@gmail.com
Gray, TN
I reached out to Scott at BDL to help James. They will make a recommendation. Scott got right back to me—Bandit
Hey Bandit, No Problem. The EVO-3000 is an outer bearing support kit. This kit mounts to the Belt Drives Ltd. AKA BDL EVO-9S 3-inch wide open belt drive. The EVO-3000 is not intended for the 2-inch wide version as the support is for Larger engines with a lot of Torque and Horsepower, and the outer support helps limit or stop the transmission mainshaft flex caused by the weight at the end of the mainshaft that the wider belt drives have.
There is a special bolt pattern that is pre drilled and tapped into the outer face of the 72-3EX basket for the rear pulley cover to mount to, this is a special machined pulley cover and requires a special pressure plate to be used for operating clearance.
The rear pulley cover has a boss machined into it for a Nylatron bushing, that bushing rides in the outer support bearing. There are standoffs and a front pulley cover as well. The bolt pattern in the motor-plate must match the bolt pattern for the EVO-3000 as well.
You can call BDL direct if you like at 714-693-1313 Ext. 227 or Ext. 232 are how to reach the two tech guys.
–Scott
Tech Support
BDL
We are excited to announce a new release by David Uhl – a piece that has been about 8 years in the making. As you may know, in 2014 David released “Jessi”, featuring the amazing Jessi Combs. The print edition of “Jessi” has been sold out for a few years now.
In preparation for his Jessi painting, David and Jessi took several photos in various scenarios. One of these is the setting for his new piece which is now available for purchase.
This masterpiece features Jessi with the Navy bike from Rocky Mountain Motorcycle Museum in Colorado Springs. Jim Tobul’s “Korean War Hero” Navy Corsair serves as part of the backdrop. Ultimately, this piece is really all about the light – of which David continues to demonstrate his mastery.
In David’s words, “I wanted to add a strong light component to this composition featuring Jessi. She always seemed to have this image “glow”. Took a long time (8 years) but I think I’m nearly finished. This photo of her is from my 2014 shoot with her for the Jessi piece we did that year.”
“Eternal Radiance”
David Uhl 2022
Reference photo from shoot in 2014 above
The exclusive canvas print edition will be available in the same sizes and edition size as the original “Jessi”, shown below. If you have the first “Jessi” and want this new one, please let me know ASAP and I’ll try to get you the matching print edition number as we slot people in.
Canvas print edition specifics (all signed, numbered and Certified):
** Image size 32×24, 150 prints plus 25 Artist Proofs and 25 Hors d’ Commerce – $1,895 framed.
** Image size 40×30, 20 prints plus 5 Artist Proofs and 5 Hors d’ Commerce – $3,850 framed.
** Image size 48×36, 10 prints plus 2 Artist Proofs and 2 Hors d’ Commerce – $4,850 framed.
WEATHER REPORT FROM MUMBAI— Unlike your surrounding, here during monsoon– all trees, plants, flowering ones and of course weeds and moss become bright green like maybe summer in the protected forests over there.
I have been on long rides during monsoon season in my first Enfield Bullet before and the mountains don’t have a single gray or brown spot — unlike hot April-May summers with dry patches revealing rocks, stones, etc
Those who hike as a group know where and when to go, and so that it’s not too far from cities yet nice rural type landscape – between November to February cooler weather, — rain has completely ended by early October.
Close to Mumbai is Karjat and Kasara suburban railway stations along Central Railway line for such hiking.
— U D
International Editor
Bikernet News Desk
“PAYDAY” CANDY BAR IS CHANGING ITS NAME BECAUSE IT’S OFFENSIVE TO THOSE WHO DON’T WORK.
IF THE CURRENT POWER GRID CAN’T HANDLE A NIGHT OF 20 DEGREES TEMPERATURES WITHOUT ROLLING BLACKOUTS, HOW ARE WE GOING TO PLUG 100 MILLION ELECTRIC CARS IN AT NIGHT?
ARE THERE ANY COUNTRIES THAT TAX THEIR CITIZENS AND SEND SOME OF IT TO AMERICANS?
IMAGINE, IF YOU WILL, A WORLD WHERE EVERY TWEET AND MEME MUST BE FACT-CHECKED, BUT NOT A BALLOT.
HOW TO STOP DRUNK DRIVERS FROM KILLING SOBER DRIVERS? BAN SOBER DRIVERS FROM DRIVING. THAT’S EXACTLY HOW GUN CONTROL WORKs.
CAN WE STILL ORDER BLACK COFFEE?
ARE BROWNIES BEING TAKEN OFF THE SHELF?
IS WHITE CASTLE CHANGING IT’S NAME?
I’M SURE CRACKER BARREL IS SCREWED .
CAN WE STILL PLAY CHINESE CHECKERS?
IS THAT SEASON STILL CALLED INDIAN SUMMER?
NO MORE ITALIAN SAUSAGES?
HOW FAR DO YOU WANT TO GO WITH THIS FOOLISHNESS?
HELL OF A JOB, DEMOCRATS!
YOU’VE MANAGED TO BRING BACK THE 1918 PANDEMIC, THE 1929 DEPRESSION, THE 1968 RACE RIOTS, .. AND THE 1973 GAS PRICES – ALL AT THE SAME TIME!
–Well done.
–El Waggs
Excellent Surf Advisor
Bikernet.com™
Art of Speed Malaysia is an annual event featuring artwork in various formats including canvas, poster, moving visual, sculpture and rolling art. Exhibitors are exclusively invited to the show promising quality content for visitors.
–Mama Tried
Motorcycle insurance
Imagine you’re passing by a showroom, and you see the motorcycle of your dreams. Naturally, you want to see this beauty up close and when you do, you know that you’re going to be adding a new member to your family.
You also know that you are legally obligated to have insurance in most states. But what do you do if you don’t have your motorcycle license yet? Can you still get motorcycle insurance?
You might be surprised to find out that the answer is usually yes, but there are some caveats you need to know that we’ll discuss in this article.
What Happens If You Purchase Motorcycle Insurance without a License?
Keep in mind that every situation is unique, but you can typically get insurance for a motorcycle even if you’re not licensed. However, you could run into some complications, including the following:
– Insurance agencies might charge more for a policy because they view an unlicensed owner as higher risk.
– You might not get approved by the first company you contact, so you’ll have to shop around.
– You may be able to get an insurance policy without any issues, but failure to get a license after a specified time can put you at risk for cancellation of your policy if you’ve been given a deadline to submit proof of insurance.
3 Reasons You Might Get Motorcycle Insurance without a License
We talked earlier about getting caught up in the moment and eagerly buying a bike and deciding to purchase motorcycle insurance before securing a motorcycle license. This often happens if you’re financing the bike and the lender requires proof of full coverage insurance.
There are also other situations you may find yourself in that require you to get insurance coverage even if you don’t have a Class M driver’s license.
1. YOU HAVE A VINTAGE MOTORCYCLE OR YOU DON’T PLAN ON RIDING
If you own a vintage motorcycle that you’re restoring or you’ve been temporarily sidelined from riding, you might not have an active license. Still, you’ll want insurance to protect your property, including your motorcycle, from situations like fire, theft, or vandalism.
All states are different, but the vast majority require you to have motorcycle insurance before they issue a license. It can feel like a chicken and egg scenario. We recommend contacting several insurance companies to see which ones offer the most reasonable rates if your license has been suspended.
There are all sorts of financial arrangements that can be made that result in the person who will ride the motorcycle not being the person who owns it on paper. Maybe you have a partner who can secure better financing, so the bike is in that person’s name. However, that person may not have a motorcycle license.
The Importance of Having a Motorcycle License
It’s no secret that a significant percentage of Americans take to the road without a valid license. According to The National Academies of Science, Engineering, and Medicine, it’s estimated that 20% of motorcycle riders don’t have a valid Class M license.
Though being licensed is no guarantee of safety, what we can tell you is that unlicensed riders are at a higher risk of being involved in a fatal accident. In Texas, unlicensed riders made up 46% of motorcycle fatalities, which when you think about it is a staggering statistic.
The importance of earning and maintaining a license is helpful in ensuring that you have the proper knowledge and skills to handle yourself safely on the open road.
Have More Questions about Motorcycles?
Here at Law Tigers, we’ve compiled a library of information to answer all your questions about motorcycle riding, safety, events, and more. Give us a call at 1-888-863-7213 Check out our resources here.
–Law Tigers
CHEVRON CEO Fires Back at Biden, Slams ‘Political Rhetoric’ in New Letter
The CEO of Chevron sent an open letter to Joe Biden after Biden sent a letter suggesting that oil companies could face consequences and accusing them of not doing enough to increase refining capacity.
Mike Wirth, in the letter, called on the White House to end its hostilities toward the oil industry, saying there needs to be a change in its approach and policies before gas prices can drop.
“Addressing this situation requires thoughtful action and a willingness to work together, not political rhetoric,” Wirth said, adding, “Your Administration has largely sought to criticize, and at times vilify, our industry.”
More than a week ago, Biden attacked oil companies and claimed they’re making record profits before urging them to increase oil production to alleviate record-high gas prices. Targeting ExxonMobil specifically, Biden accused them of making “more money than God” and not drilling enough during comments he made in May.
Soaring Gas Prices
In recent months, Biden has taken criticism as regular gas prices have eclipsed the $5 per gallon mark. AAA data shows that prices fell for several days before rising again this week to $4.96 per gallon.
Since Biden took office, gas prices have been steadily increasing as the president issued a number of energy-related executive orders, including suspending new oil drilling leases and ending the Keystone XL pipeline.
“The U.S. energy sector needs cooperation and support from your Administration for our country to return to a path toward greater energy security, economic prosperity, and environmental protection,” Wirth said in the letter, adding that Chevron has increased production in recent years.
Oil companies “need clarity and consistency on policy matters ranging from leases and permits on federal lands, to the ability to permit and build critical infrastructure, to the proper role of regulation that considers both costs and benefits,” Wirth added.
“Most importantly, we need an honest dialogue on how to best balance energy, economic, and environmental objectives–one that recognizes our industry is a vital sector of the U.S. economy and is essential to our national security,” he said. “We can only meet these challenges by working together.”
When asked about the letter, Biden didn’t appear to try and tone down the tensions.
“I didn’t know they’d get their feelings hurt that quickly. We need more refining capacity. This idea that they don’t have more oil to bring up and refine is simply not true,” he told reporters.
Last week, ExxonMobil responded to Biden’s letter and said it had invested $118 billion in new oil and gas supplies compared to a net income of $55 billion.
“We kept investing even during the pandemic, when we lost more than $20 billion and had to borrow more than $30 billion to maintain investment to increase capacity to be ready for post-pandemic demand,” the company stated.
U.S. Energy Secretary Jennifer Granholm is slated to meet with oil industry executives on Thursday to discuss ways to reduce energy prices.
–By Jack Phillips
Epoch Times
I love what you guys are doing, but there needs to be a massively important effort for Scientific Transparency. Unfortunately Chevron and all oil companies will continue to be the bad guys until someone cracks the doom.
Get on it will you. There must be a leader with the balls to save humanity from the control freaks.
–Bandit
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Just wanted to pass along the dates for our next Sons of Speed event in October at New Smyrna Speedway. Race day will be Saturday Oct 15. Races starts at 12 Noon. Media can arrive starting at 9:00 AM on race day. For this event we are running 2 days of practice Thursday/Friday Oct 13 & 14th.
Media is invited to attend both days of practice. We will be checking in race teams both practice mornings at 8 AM. So, if Media could arrive around 10:00 AM that would be great.
Gives us a couple of hours to get all the teams loaded in & set up. I know this event is a few months off but feel free to reply now if you think you will make it. Thanks & hope to see everyone in October!
–Andy George
508-878-5833
As a challenger, you will receive travel money to and from the rally and the chance to win a 2022 Indian Chieftain.
The Challenge starts on August 5th and runs through August 14th, during the Sturgis Motorcycle Rally.
Don’t miss your chance to order before they are all gone at Born Free event.
–Bandit
–HERACLITUS
SEE IT HERE: https://www.lifestylecycles.com/default.asp?page=xPreOwnedInventoryDetail&id=12268999
Stock # 13378 is a 2015 Black Harley-Davidson DYNA STREET BOB FXDB with only 15717.00 miles!
This bike is a super clean Dyna some of the features/Add-ons on this bike are
* 103c.i.Motor with a 6-Speed trans.
* Vance & Hince exhaust
* Club style fairing
* Lucky Daves seat
* T-Bars
* Forward controls
* High-Flo air cleaner
* Wire wheels
This bike is only $17,995.00
Plus license, $85.00 documentation fee, and local sales tax. NO HIDDEN FEES like some dealers. And we have no reconditioning or prep fees. This bike has passed Lifestyle Cycles rigorous 92-point safety/mechanical/structural inspection.
Fill out an online application today. We have EZ FINANCING and EXTENDED WARRANTIES available!
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We carry Street Glides, Road Glides, Road Kings, Ultras, Sportsters, Softails, Dynas, and much more!
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Federal Trade Commission Says Harley-Davidson Illegally Restricted Right to Repair
This morning the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) announced it ordered Harley-Davidson and the maker of Westinghouse generators, MWE Investments, to amend their warranties after the companies allegedly illegally restricted customers’ right to repair.
According to the release:
The FTC also alleged that Harley-Davidson failed to fully disclose all the terms of its warranty in a single document, requiring consumers to contact an authorized dealership for full details.
The companies are ordered to amend warranty terms, inform customers of their warranty rights, and “direct authorized dealers to remove deceptive display materials, train and monitor employees, and not promote branded parts and dealers over third parties.”
The FTC alleges that the actions by the companies harmed consumers and competition in multiple ways, including:
- Restricting consumers’ choices
- Costing consumers more money
- Undercutting independent dealers
- Reducing resiliency
The vote by the FTC board was unanimous, 5-0.
NOTES FROM THE TEMPLE OF DOOM—The other side of the story…
Today I Set My Course
Admittedly I sometimes veer of course a bit. Okay then, a lot.
“To be yourself in a world that is constantly trying to make you something else is the greatest accomplishment.”
–Ralph Waldo Emerson
Ole Waldo. Who the hell else are you going to be.
I begin the gift of today I Pause. I Pause to Let Go of anyone and anything that does not serve my Highest Good, I Let Go of any ideas of lack or limitation, of stress or turmoil, any doubt or fear.
Suddenly I find myself alone in a very dark room.
Myself, I believe in delegating.
Sometimes I breathe slowly. Sometimes I kinda forget to breathe at all. I’m just not on a power trip, man. Thing is, nobody knows what the next moment holds much less the whole freakin’ day.
I feel My Higher Powers of Love filling My Soul, lifting me to Higher Level of Consciousness, illuminating my path, dissipating all darkness from my mind.
I want to try some of the shit that this dude is smokin’. Just a hit or two. Whoa.
Chingaderis
Today’s Affirmation: Today I am going to Live my Life my way. I expect and accept the Divine Guidance from My Higher Power. My path is made clear. I am embracing obstacles and challenges, for I Know that I always have the Solution within. Today I move forward with a new sense of self-confidence knowing all is Good.
I am Grateful to have another day to express myself and at a new and higher level. I am Grateful for the choices I am going to make. Today my day is filled with Love, Joy, Peace, Health, Wealth and so much more. Today I choose my path!
And So It Is
Namaste’
–from Samsung Fire
Here’s his FOX interview: https://youtu.be/deRc3hU5yjw
Michael lives in Fort Collins CO & continues to write daily.
–Jeff Kraus
A Modern-Day Incarnation of Lincoln Cosmo Carrera Panamericana
https://www.bikernet.com/pages/A_modernday_incanation_of_Lincoln_Cosmo_Carrera_Panamericana.aspx
Well written article super interesting…..
— Scrub Hansen
Fountain Valley, CA
well written article super interesting…..
“That bike is that fast…”
–Bandit
In fact, CO2 is a beneficial gas absolutely necessary for life. More of it is good, as can be seen in an overall greening of Earth and record crop harvests that have paralleled modest warming and increasing CO2 levels in recent decades.
Even if one accepts the gloomy forecasts of global warming, says Stuart Kirk, former Head of Responsible Investments at the UK bank HSBC, “Climate change is not a financial risk that we have to worry about.”
Urge the SEC here, by Friday June 17th, to abandon its effort to inject the irrationality of a climate scare into the management of American business.
–CO2 Coalition
The Cool Hand Speedco Antique Hangout presented by Billy Lane & The Sturgis Buffalo Chip ain’t your daddy’s bike show. This invitational exhibition will allow you to see and hear antique bikes on display and in motion at the Buffalo Chip CrossRoads, Thursday, Aug. 11.
During the hangout, you’ll also have the chance to check out Billy’s new hand-numbered and stamped Cool Hand Speedco builds based on the look of his 45 Crocker.
SACRAMENTO, Calif. — California would be the first state to require gun owners to buy liability insurance to cover the negligent or accidental use of their firearms, if lawmakers approve a measure announced Thursday.
“Guns kill more people than cars. Yet gun owners are not required to carry liability insurance like car owners must,” Democratic state Sen. Nancy Skinner said in a statement.
She said the costs of gun violence shouldn’t be borne by taxpayers, survivors, families, employers and communities: “It’s time for gun owners to shoulder their fair share.”
The state of New York is considering a similar requirement in the wake of numerous recent mass shootings and a rise in gun violence.
In January, the Silicon Valley city of San Jose approved what’s believed to be the first such insurance requirement in the United States.
No insurance company will cover the misuse of a firearm, predicted Sam Paredes, executive director of Gun Owners of California.
He said such requirements are an illegal infringement on gun owners’ constitutional rights.
“We don’t believe you can put precursors on the exercising of a constitutional right,” Paredes said. “By requiring somebody to get insurance in order to exercise their right to keep and bear arms, that ceases to make it a right.”
Skinner is amending an existing bill on another topic to allow gun owners to be held civilly liable if their firearms are used to cause property damage, injury or death.
The bill would also require gun owners to have insurance that covers loses or damages from the negligent or accidental use of their firearm. And they would have to keep proof of insurance with their firearm and show it to police if they are stopped for some reason.
Paredes had similar objections to a second bill that also would affect gun owners’ costs, this one by imposing an excise tax on firearms and ammunition.
The bill would impose an excise tax equal to 10% of the sales price of a handgun and 11% of the sales price of a long gun, ammunition or parts to build firearms.
Democratic Assemblyman Marc Levine estimated his bill would bring in more than $118 million annually that would go toward gun violence prevention programs.
Because it would impose a tax, Levine’s bill would require approval by two-thirds majorities in the Legislature. His similar measure last year fell four votes short of the 54 it needed in the 80-member Assembly.
The bills are among numerous firearms measures being considered by California lawmakers this year, including one that would make it easier to sue gun-makers and another that would allow private citizens to sue those who traffic in illegal weapons.
Thank you dems, again, for what will be another completely idiotic bill should it pass. Someone please tell me how the criminal element is going to be to made to comply with this.
–Steve Bauman
Tech Editor
Bikernet.com™
While serving in the Army during the early 1980s, I was sexually assaulted. Despite having documented proof that I was a victim of military sexual trauma (MST), my command did not help me.
Instead, they called me a liar and forced me out of the military with an other than honorable discharge. Because of the character of my discharge, I was unable to get the benefits and healthcare I needed and, for more than 30 years, I struggled with PTSD because of the trauma I experienced while serving my country.
DAV stood up for me by helping me file paperwork for my claim and access the benefits I earned, but most of all, they validated my experience and the impact it had on my life. Today, you can help DAV continue to be there for veterans, like me, with these ways to give:
–Migdalia Griswold
ANTIQUE MOTORCYCLE LESSON OF THE WEEK—
https://youtu.be/4oomCTFjKLY
–from Fred Cuba
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–Sam Burns
All the best.
–Adam Croft
Founder
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TRIKES OF THE WEEK—Mike, the Hamster has been building choppers for 40 some years but decide a trike was in his riding future. We’ve discussed an article several times and he vacillates through the transition. Last week he was going to sell it and ride choppers forever. We’ll see.
Here’s a shot of Mike on his Chopper.
–Bandit
Filling in for the Trike editor
“The other day I started with sketching out the frame off one of the photos, I’m adding and moving things around now. Have some great ideas!!
The Story Behind the Notorious Widows Sons
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After having a less than ideal situation happen within my Blue Lodge. The Widows Sons have reinstated my faith in Masonry and I am very thankful to be able to be a part of them and would recommend any Mason that rides a motorcycle to join.
— Kenny Tawzer
Los Alamos, CA
A variety of powersports products relying on PFAS chemicals are facing new federal and state regulations that could change manufacturing across the industry.
Perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances are a class of synthetic chemicals used for decades in a wide range of consumer products. According to the Environmental Protection Agency, these are “long lasting chemicals, components of which break down very slowly over time” and “are found in the blood of people and animals all over the world and are present at low levels in a variety of food products and in the environment.”
In powersports, PFAS chemicals can be found in or used to produce products such as:
– Riding gear with sweat-wicking properties and water resistance
– A wide variety of plastic and rubber parts
– Gaskets and o-rings
– Components resistant to heat, fuel, and chemicals
– Evaporation-resistant hoses and tubing
– Semiconductors and chrome plating
“Whether you’re an OE, aftermarket, or riding gear manufacturer, you need to be aware of these proposals and you should be searching for ways to replace PFAS in all of the products you sell,” said Scott Schloegel, senior vice president at the MIC Government Relations Office.
Both federal and state governments have examined the health impacts of PFAS in recent years, Schloegel said, and many bills have been introduced to ban its use. Some states are also setting up registries to list any vehicles, components, parts, and clothing that contain PFAS.
Maine passed a bill last year that requires, in 2023, detailed registration of all products with PFAS sold in the state. The new law also bans the use of PFAS in any products sold in Maine beginning in 2030. Staff from the MIC GRO will be participating in a briefing on June 30 regarding implementation of the new law.
“Colorado also just signed a bill into law banning PFAS in youth products and other textiles,” Schloegel said. “It appears the Colorado bill does not capture youth off-road products and, fortunately, it specifically exempts ‘an internal component of a juvenile product that would not come into direct contact with a child’s skin or mouth during reasonably foreseeable use and abuse of the product.’ Member companies should check with their legal counsel to determine how the Maine and Colorado bills may impact their lines of business. Our team at the MIC GRO is tracking and responding to PFAS bills in several other states including California, Georgia, Massachusetts, and North Carolina.”
–MIC
Ride Your Motorcycle to Work Day – Third Monday in June
2022 marks the 31st anniversary of the Ride Your Motorcycle to Work Day. This is typically the biggest motorcycle event in the world as it’s now spread to other countries! Did you participate this year?
If you did, share your ride to work with us on social media. Use #LawTigers and be sure to tag us.
As America’s First Motorcycle Company, Indian Motorcycle is celebrating “First Movers” and those who have made their mark in motorcycling with a special video series. In this second episode, Indian Motorcycle recognizes Shayna Texter, celebrating her past successes while documenting her all-new challenges in the SuperTwins class.
Check out the video link below to watch the full video. Have a look and let us know if this is something you may be interested in sharing. If you’d like to schedule an interview with Shayna Texter, please let me know and I’d be happy to assist.
–Mandie
Thanks for the response. I thought about your letter for a few days and one thing bothered me: Your excuse to vote against this marijuana freedom measure. How many decades will it take our government to come up with an answer to your question regarding being able to bust folks for being impaired? Ridiculous. Fix it and move on.
I want the Republican party to win every election because they are the can-do party. They make stuff happen for the American people. For instance, the business about college loans. Offer a terrific solution. Kids can get their loans reduced by helping their country through joining the service, community service, you name it.
Finally, there is a major move the Republican Party could accomplish easily and save humanity all over the world. End Climate Doom with Scientific Transparency. Force free speech and scientific transparency into the open. I could write a book on what that would accomplish. Can-do…
The National Rifle Association (NRA) welcomes the Supreme Court’s decision in NYSRPA v. Bruen. The Court affirmed that the right to bear arms does not stop at a person’s front door. This is the most significant Second Amendment ruling in more than a decade.
The NRA has been focused on promoting “shall-issue” protocols and eliminating “may-issue” laws since the late 1980s, and before today’s decision, only eight states still operated under “may-issue” statutes. The Supreme Court’s ruling today marks the end of these subjective, unconstitutional permitting schemes.
The case challenged New York’s requirement that applicants for concealed carry licenses demonstrate “proper cause” to carry a firearm outside of their home. New York routinely used this requirement to deny law-abiding citizens the ability to properly protect themselves. New York is one of eight states that operate under such a “may issue” regime, and the NRA has long fought to abolish this practice in favor of “shall issue” or “constitutional carry” in which law-abiding citizens can exercise their right to carry as long as they meet certain objective criteria.
While the importance of this case cannot be understated and today NRA members enjoy a well-deserved victory, NRA remains committed to continuing this fight. Today’s ruling established the right to carry does not disappear at a person’s front door, but many unconstitutional gun control laws remain in America.
We are currently opposing the gun control package in the U.S. Senate, and urge you to contact your U.S. Senators.
The NRA will continue to fight these laws until every law-abiding American can exercise their right to defend themselves and their families with the firearm of their choosing.
Yours in Freedom,
Ken Lan
NRA-ILA Grassroots
The Mama Tried/Flat Out Friday 2022 show rocked the Milwaukee motorcycle scene with another weekend of custom builds, creative tributes, and community vibes.
NEVER DULL—About five weeks until the Rally hits. I’m helping with the Chip and a raffle roller project.
Arlin and Donna were in town putting their shop together on main. Shit is happening fast.
We have a half-acre on the other side of the stream behind the shop. I worked with Carl’s Trailers, Mike Bayne, a Hamster on a bridge. They did a killer job. My contractor and his helpers lifted it off the trailer and carefully set it across the stream. “Okay, get some dirt bikes and build a trail,” Jason said. “Let’s have flat track races.”
My son, Frank asked what I want for father’s day and my neighbor recommended one of these killer gas cans. Bada bing, it was delivered.
Irish Rich is wrapping final mods to our VL frame and I will bring you the first VL, XA, FL project bike tech.
Can’t wait to pull my new Smithy lathe out of the crate and assemble it. Lots of cleaning old Wilmington dust off shit and painting stuff for the shop.
We were even able to move the Salt Torpedo into the shop. I need to remove the rear wheel and take it to Jason at Deadwood Custom Cycles for a new tire. The winter got this one.
There’s so much more happening, but it’s Whiskey Thursday. I’m going to take the night off.
Ride fast and free, forever, goddammit!
–Bandit
OPEN MIND BIKERNET WEEKLY NEWS for February 10th, 2022
By Bandit |
Hey,
Yale writes about this later in the news, but this has been a week of keeping your mind open and receptive to new knowledge and resources. Hell, I’ve been faced with a number of challenges with the shop. I’ve never lived anywhere where it gets -9 degrees in the morning.
I’m learning the weather rules, the laws, electrical, generators, heating, insulation, and if I can use the large potbelly stove I’ve carted around for 20 years.
Hell, I’ve learned more about stained glass and researched how to mount it in the front door.
It’s not all non-chopper. I’m learning about ULH flatheads, and working with Departure Bike Works on our other 45 flathead Bonneville effort.
The Bikernet Weekly News is sponsored in part by companies who also dig Freedom including: Cycle Source Magazine, the MRF, Las Vegas Bikefest, Iron Trader News, ChopperTown, BorntoRide.com and the Sturgis Motorcycle Museum.
Media Ignores Declining Temperature Anomaly–An analysis of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration’s (NOAA) year-end global climate report published on Watts Up With That shows NOAA’s report hides more than it reveals. NOAA claims the 2021 global temperature anomaly was the sixth-highest of its recorded measurements.
“The year culminated as the sixth warmest year on record for the globe with a temperature that was 0.84°C (1.51°F) above the 20th century average,” NOAA states. “The years 2013–2021 all rank among the ten warmest years on record.”
Analyst Larry Hamlin points out NOAA downplayed the fact that the 2021 global temperature anomaly measurement marked the sixth year of decline in the temperature anomaly. The decline has persisted despite a measured increase in atmospheric carbon dioxide concentrations.
The six-year temperature anomaly decline measured by NOAA is confirmed by the temperature anomaly data sets provided by NASA, the UK Met Office, the University of Alabama at Huntsville, and the Remote Sensing System analysis (see the graphs below).
Every major temperature measuring system relied upon by alarmists to proclaim unprecedented warming is in the offing, threatening a climate emergency, has displayed a declining trend in the temperature anomaly over the past six years. This data is in stark contrast with the consistent upward trend projected by the climate models used by the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change. This declining trend has occurred even as atmospheric carbon dioxide concentrations grew from 402 ppm to 417 ppm as measured at the Mauna Loa Observatory.
After examining NOAA’s monthly data closely, Hamlin concludes it “clearly establishes that the monthly and annual global temperature anomaly measurement behaviors are strongly controlled by El Niño and La [Niña] events which are naturally occurring climate phenomena and not driven by man made contributions to atmospheric CO2 levels.”
If Hamlin is correct, natural cycles, not human greenhouse gas emissions, have dominated global temperature trends for the past six years at least. If this is true for the past six years, why not think, as many scientists have suggested, nature has been in control across the whole past 150 years, during which the Earth has experienced alternate periods of warming, cooling, warming, relative stasis, warming, and now cooling again?
SOURCE: Watts Up With That
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VETERANS DAY BIKERNET WEEKLY NEWS for November 11th, 2021
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I would expect nothing less. I am a disabled Army Veteran. I toss up the idea to ride all the time. I am always outside the box kinda guy. I want the freedom to do what I want. I go out of my way not to be violent but speak my mind. That seems the same way custom Bikes are.
They are unique in every way. The same way Humans are supposed to be.
–Paul Dalton
paullutherdaltonjr3@gmail.com
Owenton, KY
ARIZONA INTRODUCES PROPOSAL URGING CONGRESS TO PASS THE RPM ACT–
Arizona’s legislature has introduced a SAN-supported memorial (H.C.M. 2001) urging the U.S. Congress to pass the Recognizing the Protection of Motorsports (RPM) Act (H.R. 3281 and S. 2736). The RPM Act must be enacted into law to guarantee your right to modify street cars, trucks, and motorcycles into dedicated race vehicles, and safeguards the industry’s right to offer parts that enable racers to compete. It is imperative that lawmakers continue to be reminded of the importance of passing the RPM Act into law this year.
DON’T DELAY! Please ask your state lawmakers to support for H.C.M. 2001:
IF YOU HAVEN’T ALREADY, please ask your federal lawmakers legislators in the U.S. Congress to pass the RPM Act (H.R. 3281 and S. 2736). Go to the SEMA web site for a hook-up.
THE GARAGE REPORT--My super B on the shovel…
Runs beautiful
–Da Cat
C.J. ALLEN PASSED–Tonight I am sitting here with tears rolling down my face, because I lost one of my greatest friends… I called him my pops. His name was Hessian Cj Allan. He taught me a whole lot of what I know about being a biker… He was such a legend I don’t even know where to begin to describe him… He was known as the godfather of modern motorcycle engraving.. was a founding member, and I think maybe THE founder, of the Hessians MC… He served as their National President for ages..
He loved kids.. especially his kids… he loved dogs and always had a pack of them… he loved my Cocodog… He loved motorcycles.. He loved women.. He loved his friend Indian Larry… he loved America… and he loved me. He and I went through a lot together through our long friendship, from illness to a bar room brawl.
Once I was at his house for a week, taking care of him after he had a health problem, and he was grumbling.. he grumbled a lot.. and he told me he was stuck in his house with a pack of dogs and an ugly woman…. Well tonight, that ugly woman is ugly crying into her pack of dogs over him.
Godspeed, my darling pops… thank you for all you taught me… tell Pat Leahy I miss him, too.. and I’ll see ya’ll soon as I can. Meanwhile, I will be dreaming of what heaven must sound like tonight. I love you.
– Amy Irene White-Boedigheimer
FREE SPEECH PLATFORM OF THE WEEK–There is no way to know if GETTR will be successful or not, but as the clamor for media and social media censorship continues, they are trying to provide alternatives.
We would appreciate sign ups and follows on this relatively new platform. I wish to extend an open hand to all our detractors to also come over and follow there, so, with luck, the new free speech platforms will not evolve into boring echo chambers.
We are @wattsupwiththat on GETTR, same as Twitter.
https://gettr.com/user/wattsupwiththat
Like and share the posts on the new platform. Since we’ve been limited and shadow banned on Facebook and Twitter for years, it will be interesting to see if we can generate real organic growth.
We’ve also added a share button for GETTR at the bottom of every post. Feel free to use the %@% out of it.
QUOTE OF THE DAY–My Day is Peace
We can never obtain peace in the outer world until we make peace with ourselves.” ? Dalai Lama XIV
–from Yale
BIKERNET UNIVERSITY PODCAST OF THE WEEK—
No, Virginia, a Climate Catastrophe Is Not Really 10 Years Away! (Guest: Kenneth Green)
Climate alarmists mistake computer models for reality. Real-world data shows there is no looming climate catastrophe just 10 years off. The alarmists’ insistence that we’re facing a climate apocalypse is nothing more than a ploy for power.
Their predictions, like the computer models they are based upon, are consistently wrong. Scientists now realize that the climate is more variable than previously believed. Responding to climate change isn’t about humanity changing the weather. It’s about adapting to natural climate shifts. Society can adapt to, and capitalize on, the changing climate.
Subscribe to the Environment & Climate News podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you get your podcasts. And be sure to leave a positive review!
HELPFUL New Bikernet Reader Comment!–Veterans Crisis Line
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So a Veteran or their family member or friend need not worry about Privacy concerns due to any perceived stigma associated with mental health or disabilities.
— Wayfarer
On the road to wellness
Written by Paul d’Orléans, published by Motorbooks
The definitive history and origins of the cafe racer scene by Paul d’Orléans, with hundreds of never-before published photos. A must-have for fans of fast motorcycles, and we have the only SIGNED copies.
THE LOWBROW TEAM GOT SPRUNG FROM THE PENN–The make or model of bike being built is a minor detail…
The information in this video applies to all types of custom bikes.
Over the years we have created a wide array of both weld-on and bolt-on parts for mounting solo seats. We have designed these to assist you in building the bike of your dreams.
PS – Fun fact: These weld-on spring mounts are the very first part Lowbrow ever made to sell (back in the early 2000s). We now have the largest and most thorough selection of bobber & custom seat parts in the world!
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WORDS FROM THE BIKERNET IMPERIAL TEMPLE–I Clear my Mind of All Discord
Your time is limited, so don’t waste it living someone else’s life. Don’t be trapped by dogma – which is living with the results of other people’s thinking. Don’t let the noise of others’ opinions drown out your own inner voice. And most important, have the courage to follow your heart and intuition.
–Steve Jobs
Each morning I begin with a checkup from the neck up and clear MY Mind of the stinkin’ thinkin’!
Wouldn’t it be great if we could wipe out all the stinkin’ thinkin’ in our Minds by hitting a delete button like we do on our computers?
How about, if we had an anti-virus that could block any negativity, fear, doubt or stress from entering our consciousness? And every morning we run that anti-virus to make sure that no stinkin’ thinkin’ programing has snuck in so we can delete it.
My belief is when come on to this earth our Minds are like a brand new computer with massive power and memory ready to be programed. We are virus free, perfect, whole and complete. The programmers in our lives are our parents, race consciousness, family, peers, teachers and friends.
From conception the programing begins. Unfortunately, many of us are not taught Our Truth, that we are Perfect, Whole and Complete, that we have Infinite Potential and that we have a Divine Power Guiding, Guarding and Supplying our Good at the level of our expectations and acceptance.
Many of us are taught that Life is filled with lack, limitation, fear, doubt and negativity. Much of this stinkin’ thinkin’ begins right from the beginning.
It is possible to clear our Minds of the false beliefs, of who we thought we are and what we are capable of. Each morning let’s do a virus check and get rid of any stinkin’ thinkin’. Maybe add statements like, “I can’t do it” with “I am doing It.” Our Lives will not change instantly, but change is possible through meditation. It’s like working out to strengthen your body. What you practice through meditation makes you mind stronger—it’s proven.
Today’s Affirmation: Today I move into a new Consciousness. I begin to get rid of that old programing that limited me from Living My Truth. I have always known that I am much more than I have been led to believe. Today I begin to delete that old programing, I delete stinkin’ thinkin’.
I am going to Live more Life than I ever before, a belief that I am truly and Perfect, Whole and Complete. That my Life is filled with Love, Joy, Peace, Health, Prosperity, Creative self-expression, abundance of Good and so much more. I am going to Let Go of anything and anyone that does not serve my Highest Good.
I am so Grateful to Know My Truth, to Live My Truth, to clear my Mind of the discord of the false beliefs.
And So It Is
Namaste’
–Yale
Positive thinking will let you do everything better than negative thinking will.
–Zig Ziglar
THE ROYAL ENFIELD REPORT–Exodus of top executives continues at Royal Enfield; Vimal Sumbly, head of APAC resigns
03-Feb-2022
High-profile exits at Royal Enfield continue, with its Asia-Pacific head, Vimal Sumbly, being the latest to resign from the manufacturer of the Bullet and Classic motorcycles.
Sumbly, who was previously the India head of British motorcycle maker Triumph, had joined Royal Enfield three-four years ago. He was projected to take charge of the national sales operation from company veteran Shaji Koshy, who was set to retire then. Sumbly, however, was made the Asia-Pacific head.
In an internal statement, the company said Sumbly played a significant role in the growth story of the region as he implemented Royal Enfield’s vision for business growth, revenue expansion, customer and influencer relationship, dealer development, and brand building. He also set up a plant in Thailand to assemble motorcycles.
Since Sumbly took charge of the region, the business grew multi-fold with about 10,000 units sales and revenue of over Rs 250 crore from the region last year.
Responding to an email seeking comment on Sumbly’s resignation, a Royal Enfield spokesperson said: “As a policy, we cannot comment on this.”
In the past six months, chief executive Vinod Dasari, head of commercial organisation Lalit Malik, and global head of marketing Shubhranshu Singh have left the company. The other key exits in recent years were of Pankaj Sharma from the domestic sales team and Rodney Copes, a former Harley-Davidson executive who was in charge of North American operations.
The exits follow a flood of title upgrades at the company, with as many as 10 CXOs being created in design, brand, and project management among other functions.
There is a two-tiering of CXOs with design and brand fetching higher merit and reporting directly to managing director Siddhartha Lal, said people in the know. Others including the chiefs of finance, information, and HR report to executive director B Govindarajan.
The exits from the top tier are leading to executives from the mid-tier and other roles also leaving the company, said, company insiders.
Constant changes to top management and roles have also delayed product launches and impacted domestic volumes, which have been struggling to grow beyond 60,000 units in 2021, they said.
The company attributed a fall in sales to a sustained semiconductor shortage. But people in the know said there are also severe demand-related challenges, which were getting masked due to the supply-side issues.
When asked about weak sales of the all-new Classic, the spokesperson said there is healthy booking momentum for the brand and once supplies improve, the company will be able to deliver higher volumes.
Anuj Dua, the brand head for the Classic, Bullet and New Launches, will now take over the responsibility from Sumbly to lead the business in the APAC region.
Royal Enfield has also seen significant churn and restructuring of roles both at the management level and mid and lower management levels.
To be sure, “right-sizing” was a key part of its Project Restore initiative, kickstarted last year, which had aimed at pulling back the company to a 25% operating margin on sales of 50,000 units.
The programme led to the axing of 90-100 people across functions.
by Ketan Thakkar from Economic Times
–discovered by Wayfarer
International Editor
Bikernet International News Desk
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NEWS FROM THE DIME BAG LEATHER EMPIRE–Another COOL Harley-Davidson Knucklehead coming onto the scene in Florida.
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THE CLIMATE CALDREN REPORT–Biomass Is Not Green, S&P Says
The S&P Global Clean Energy Index removed British energy giant Drax from its portfolio after it determined the company wasn’t producing carbon-neutral or clean energy.
The Drax group, which produces 5 percent of the electric power used in the United Kingdom, vowed to become the world’s first carbon-negative energy company by 2030. Drax’s promise was to be met through its operation of power plants burning wood pellets to replace coal in generating electricity. Drax has already converted four of six electricity generating units from coal to wood pellets.
Drax is not the first biomass-burning energy company S&P booted from its Global Green Energy Index. It had previously removed French biomass burner Albioma from the list.
Numerous studies show burning biomass is neither green nor clean.
“Biomass generally benefits from confusion over two vastly different terms that often are used interchangeably: ‘renewable’ (or sustainable) and ‘carbon free,’” writes science journalist Michael Fumento in The American Conservative. “Both appeal to the touchy-feely, warm and fuzzy set, but they are not necessarily the same.”
Although biomass can be renewable, burning it is not carbon neutral.
Research shows biomass burning often produces as much or more of traditional regulated air pollutants as coal while wiping out thousands of acres of wildlife habitat. In addition, the claimed carbon dioxide neutrality is vitiated by the emissions from creating the pellets from virgin wood and scrap material, shipping it from overseas, and, most importantly, because even when trees are planted to replace those harvested to burn in power plants (and they aren’t always), any emissions removed happen over decades if not centuries, whereas the emissions from burning the wood pellets are produced immediately.
In the here and now, biomass burning emits “65 percent more carbon dioxide per megawatt hour than modern coal plants and an amazing 285 percent more carbon dioxide than natural gas combined-cycle power plants,” writes Fumento.
A study published in Environmental Research Letters calculated the payback time for forests in the eastern United States, where most of the biomass burned by Drax and others comes from. Under the best-case scenario—when all harvested land is reforested and is allowed to regrow to maturity—burning wood pellets creates a carbon deficit, carrying a payback time of between 44 and 104 years.
SOURCES: The American Conservative; The Guardian; Physics World
CHOPPERS MAG IS GROWING–Pre-Order Issue 8
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–Rawhide Cycles
–Danger Dan
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THE SOLARI REPORT—
If cars and planes and boats ran on water the move would be to use less water. Because it’s really about restricting movement, not saving the planet.
It’s slow imprisonment. A planet of human corpses is what is really the goal. Government is really a form of masochistic insanity. Run by sadists’ efforts to appeal to the masochists who insist they – the sadists – are necessary for “order.” It’s almost a species-wide curse. But hey everyone says I’m the crazy one.
–J.J. Solari
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NEW IN THE NATIONAL MOTORCYCLE MUSEUM–2011 Lady of Liberty Custom by Camel Toe Choppers.
Dale McMahon contacted the National Motorcycle Museum a few years ago to see whether we’d be interested in receiving his custom bike as a donation. The Museum is interested in presenting the creativity of custom builders; on display there are about 20 full customs among over 500 “stock” machines and race bikes.
When we received Dale’s photos, we were introduced to a very unorthodox sort of custom build as you can see in these studio photos. The longer we looked at the photos, the more we said “wow” as we scratched our heads!
For example, a simple 1942 Harley WLA (A for Army) 45 motor is mated to a Revtech 5-Speed transmission through an Evil Engineering open belt primary; the basics meet high-tech, high performance.
Yet the carb is a traditional Linkert with a couple of trick fittings to put it into the wind, and check out the throttle linkage. In fact both the left and right twist grips operate through a rack and pinion setup on the steering head. Throttle, right side. The left twist grip heads down to the clutch release and operates a hydraulic slave cylinder to disengage the clutch! Left footboard is the shifter, right is the rear hydraulic disk brake. There are no traditional coaxial cables as used on millions of motorcycles.
Note the spine frame construction cradling the engine. Low seat height and hand made, but pretty normal, except for the rear suspension. The fabricated tubular swing arm uses a link to a fixed leaf spring mirroring the front suspension. And if you look closely a tiny hydraulic caliper grabs the rear sprocket, the only stopper on the bike. The seat is suspended by a small air bag and beside it the teardrop oil tank incorporates a nicely detailed sight glass.
Fasteners are always important on a custom car or bike. McMahon’s great care brings together the handmade burnished solid copper fasteners and fittings, yet also stainless cap screws. The headlight grill is 3D milled, uses a Lexan lens. The tail light is sculpted and incorporates a bank of LEDs. Then there’s the tour de force stainless exhaust and custom Extreme Machine wheels shod with, front and back, low profile 130/60R23 tires. The fuel cap is very aviation looking in its design with a trick safety latch mechanism, but it’s a vintage race car replica, one of the few sourced components.
Topping off all this great detail is the satin olive drab paint, very understated, until you get to the brilliant nose art on the fuel tank paying respect to those in the American military. Lady of Liberty was featured in HOT BIKE in 2012 just after it was completed.
We called Dale to figure out how he conceived, designed and fabricated some of components. In the end, I asked him about his life’s pursuits and his day job. “I’ve built quite a few custom bikes, but more recently I received a patent for a machine that artificially inseminates honey bees, the queen bees. As in cattle breeding we are working toward more disease and chemical resistant bees. My company is Apis Engineering, apis is greek for bees. American Bee Journal will run a story on my work in coming months.” Wow!
When you visit the National Motorcycle Museum you can take in Dale McMahon’s fine work in Lady Liberty, see other great customs, thousands of pieces of memorabilia and more. We hope to see you soon. Here’s some help in planning a trip, remember we are open every day but the four big holidays, and feel free to call anytime; 319 462 3925, or check out the website: https://nationalmcmuseum.org/plan-a-visit/.
Roland Sands teamed up with Super73— to create a premium version of the RX model, equipped with all the goodies like FOX RACING SHOCKS an LED headlight, disc breaks, and a signature Roland Sands Design paint job. Cool, huh? Super73 Community Electric Motorcycle Frontier.
–Marilyn Stemp
President
Iron Trader
DIRECT FROM THE FOSSIL FUELS RULE HEADQUARTERS–17 surprising facts from Fossil Future
In 14 years of researching the big picture of energy, environment, and climate, I’ve learned many facts that the media never mention—even though few expert researchers dispute them.
–Alex Epstein
One of the key ideas of Fossil Future is that when we are evaluating fossil fuels and alternatives, we need to consider the full context of facts.
I am extremely critical of many leading thinkers and institutions for “catastrophizing” the negative side-effects of fossil fuels, while ignoring fossil fuels’ unique, massive, and desperately-needed benefits to human flourishing.
Here are just some of the “surprising facts” I have learned about fossil fuels, environment, and climate by considering the full context. These are facts that almost no expert researchers will dispute or deny—but yet you never hear about them.
Energy
Fossil fuels are uniquely cost-effective: the only form of energy that can provide every type of energy need (electricity, mobility, industrial heat, residential heat) at low cost, on-demand, for billions of people. (Page 20)
After 100 years of vigorous competition from alternatives, fossil fuels provide 80% of the world’s energy, including over 90% of the world’s transportation energy—and are growing.¹ (Page 196)
Only 1/5th of the world uses what Americans would consider a modest amount of energy. 3 billion people use less electricity than a typical American refrigerator.² (Page 26)
Alternatives to fossil fuels
Nuclear energy is the safest form of energy ever created.³ (Page 60)
Nuclear energy is the cleanest form of energy ever created. (Page 60)
Nuclear energy has become many times more expensive even though the raw material prices haven’t increased and the knowledge of how to produce nuclear energy efficiently has improved.4 (Page 62)
There is no low-cost, scalable way of capturing CO2 in existence or on the horizon.5 (Page 237)
The anti-fossil fuel movement
The anti-fossil fuel “green” movement claims to want to lower CO2 emissions at all costs, yet opposes the two most proven, cost-effective ways of lowering CO2 emissions: nuclear energy and hydroelectric energy. (Page 86)
Contrary to the idea that today’s designated climate experts have been “too conservative” in their predictions about climate change, they have actually been far too catastrophic—predicting a dramatic increase in climate-related death, when in reality climate-related deaths ended up plummeting.6 (Page 42)
Climate-related disaster deaths have decreased 98% over the last century. (Page 42)
Many leading “studies” claiming to prove climate catastrophe totally ignore human beings’ incredible ability to adapt to and master negative climate changes. (Pages 84, 101-102, 247)
The environmental and climate impacts of fossil fuels
Despite claims that the world is “too hot,” cold-related deaths far exceed heat-related deaths.7 (Page 262)
The “greenhouse effect” is a diminishing effect: new CO2 emissions have less of a warming impact than earlier CO2 emissions.8 (Page 325)
The global climate system is near historic lows in CO2 and temperature.? (Pages 334-335)
We have no near-term mechanism of reaching even one fourth the historical high of CO2.¹° (Page 321)
Life on Earth thrived at far higher CO2 levels and temperatures in the past.¹¹ (Page 322)
Planetary warming is concentrated in colder parts of the Earth—it is not truly global.¹² (Page 324)
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We will bring you more reports on Alex’s new book in the near future.–Bandit
MOVIE PHOTO OF THE WEEK–This photo is from the movie (21 days under the sky)
The Sportster is Josh Kurpius’s bike and the Knuckle is Ryan Grossman.
–from Da Cat
CHANCE OF A LIFETIME FROM NASH MOTORCYCLES— Note: Easy, 1-Click Payment Method Added Below In Yellow
Blue Collar Chopper Builders Special!! 1982’ HD XLH 1000 Ironhead Rigid Chopper Build Giveaway
$20 a spot
150 spots total (100 spots remaining)
Email Damon To Join
…or DM Damon (@Rocco123) on Instagram
Imagine a chance at getting this platform of pure potential for $20! That’s cheaper than a night’s worth of beer for many of you. There’s little reason not to go for it!
The specs:
Complete engine- 1982’ HD XLH 1000
Paughco frame
19” high shoulder front rim, 16” stock rear
Narrow 39mm Sporty front end with very clean shaved lowers
New 12” chrome traditional Apes, Flanders style
Stock 4’ HD risers chrome
Mechanical rear brake, caliper style front brake
Old King Sporty tank (will need paint work on it) thrown in
NO TITLE, AND PICK UP LOCAL (will meet you) OR YOU PAY TO SHIP IF OUT OF STATE. (Bike is in Oceanside, CA)
What to do
Contact Damon George and say you want in on the giveaway
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Through connecting with Damon, purchase your spot through PayPal, Venmo, or Chase QuickPay
You will be given your spot #(’s) once you purchase
Once all spots are filled, Damon will announce the giveaway day and time to watch live on Instagram.
You will also be contacted before the giveaway goes live with the live event’s date and time to see if you have won!
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QUICK, OPEN THE BANDIT’S CANTINA BAD JOKE LIBRARY—DOWN AT THE GLEN RIDGE RETIREMENT CENTER:
80-year old Bessie bursts into the rec-room at the retirement home. She holds her clenched fist in the air and announces, “Anyone who can guess what’s in my hand can have sex with me tonight!”
An elderly gentleman in the rear shouts out, “An elephant?”
Bessie thinks a minute and says, “Close enough.”
–Micah
Certified Cantina Librarian
Bandit’s Cantina
NEWS FROM THE COMMODORE OF THE FLEET– Zdravo (Hello in Croatian)
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NEW CHANCE HOGAN BOOK IN THE WORKS—Chance returns from saving the love of his live, but there’s trouble is paradise. We are working on Chapter five and Chapter one is already in the Cantina for members to check out.
Join the Cantina, support the staff and make writing another book worthwhile. You’ll be able to study each chapter, critique and make suggestion as the story unfolds in a nasty industrial area surrounding the Port of Los Angeles.
–Bandit
CLASSIC EASYRIDERS MAGAZINE REVIEW–Since the ground is covered with salt and snow, and it’s not the greatest time to ride, I decided to order the New Classic Easyriders magazine.
I finally got a chance today while rebuilding the snowblower carb to look through issue 555, and it’s a lot like the original magazine in formatting and font.
I truly enjoyed the articles, and the pictures are second to none. Amazing work and I look forward to the next year of mags. I don’t know the amount of hours to create this one, but can tell you it’s worth the price.
–Johnny Humble
Literary Consultant
Bikernet.com™
NEW FROM THE KINGDOM OF KODLIN—
Following the success of our world-famous M8 Softail Lowering and Lift Kits Kodlin Motorcycles created these new parts to modify the height of your Sportster S to either lift or lower it by 1-inch (25 mm). They are made of steel with a black powder coating finish.
Easy installation with provided instructions make these a simple way to modify your ride. Did we mention, it doesn’t require a modification to your suspension and no shock compression tool is required.
Also available for the Sportster S model are these cool belt guards to upgrade the look of this bike:
• Made of steel with black powder coating finish
• New stainless steel hardware included
• Very easy installation
Watch out for more new Kodlin products for the Sportster S models this year, just in time for the 2022 riding season!
K66027 Kodlin 1” Lowering Kit for Sportster S models 2021+
K66028 Kodlin 1” Lift Kit for Sportster S models 2021+
K47298 Kodlin Belt Guard for Sportster S models 2021+
Price: $99.99 (each)
NEW PRODUCTS FOR 2021-2022
H-D Sportster S (RH 1250 S) Models
Now Available – New Lowering Kits, Lift Kits and Belt Guards
GRAND NATIONAL ROADSTER SHOW REPORT—
Thought I’d let you know that I won both my class and Outstanding Motorcycle of the show.
–Dan Stern
5-BALL RACING REPORT—It’s winter and we have a whole new batch of leathers flying into the shop. Let us know what you need and we’ll get it out to you pronto.
All our orders come with a Bikernet Bandana.
–Bandit
DEPARTURE BIKEWORKS CHECKS IN—
Fixed output shaft and left case is ready. The one shaft was the old Sporty shaft. It had to be turned down to allow the wheels to duck into the case more.
The barrels are now bored to fit the pistons and the top end it ready to be assembled.
Brian at Departure Bike Works is about to degree the cams and start to assemble the engine. Hang on for more reports.
BELLY TANKS FOR SALE–Thought of you this weekend. I was in a junk store with Molly and there was a three-piece Vietnam era aluminum belly tank for sale. They’ve got it marked for $750.
Nose and tail pieces pointy, not snub nosed. Got me thinking about what I could do with it for Bonneville. I want to go 200 again before I’m put out to pasture.
–P.A.
Ps. This is not a photo of the tank he spotted, but another one.
LIFESTYLE CYCLES DEAL OF THE WEEK–2021 Harley-Davidson FLHX – Street Glide for $21,995.00
SEE IT HERE: https://www.lifestylecycles.com/default.asp?page=xPreOwnedInventoryDetail&id=11394079
STOCK # 13074
2021 Billiard red Harley-Davidson STREET GLIDE FLHX
ONLY 11872.00 Miles !!!!!
This bike is super clean low mileage 2021 Street Glide
Some of the features/Add-ons on this bike
* 107c.i. Motor
* 6-Speed trans
* Navigation
* Passenger backrest
* Tinted front windshield
* Chrome passenger pegs
Just $21,995.00
Plus, license, and a $85.00 documentation fee and your local sales tax. NO HIDDEN FEES like dealers. We have no reconditioning or prep fees.
This bike has passed Lifestyle Cycles rigorous 92-point safety and mechanical/structural inspection.
You can fill out an online application with EZ FINANCING and EXTENDED WARRANTIES available to purchase!!! and you can ride today!
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Project Triumph TE-1 Prototype Revealed, featuring Williams Advanced Engineering (WAE)-developed advanced battery system
Reveal of the completed Triumph Motorcycles’ TE-1 prototype demonstrator marks the end of the project’s collaboration phase enabling the cutting-edge electric bike to begin live testing
The collaboration, between Triumph Motorcycles, Williams Advanced Engineering (WAE), Integral Powertrain and WMG was set up to create ground-breaking developments in specialist electric motorcycle engineering and innovative integrated technology design
Its all-new, next-generation lightweight battery and e-powertrain system has been developed by WAE and raises the bar for electric bike performance, efficiency and range
Industry-leading technology developed by WAE includes all-new battery management software, integrated vehicle control unit and a compact DC-DC converter
Rider benefits include more power for longer, outstanding performance regardless of battery charge, faster charging and optimized bike handling through enhanced frame position
Project Triumph TE-1 has today been revealed in completed prototype form. The unique collaboration between Triumph Motorcycles, Williams Advanced Engineering (WAE), Integral Powertrain Ltd, and WMG at the University of Warwick funded by the Office for Zero Emission Vehicles through Innovate UK, was set up to create ground-breaking developments in specialist electric motorcycle engineering and innovative integrated technology design.
Marking the official end of the collaboration stage of the TE-1 project, the completed demonstrator is now fully ready for the next Triumph-led stage of the project to begin – the live testing program – integrating for the first time all of the latest and final innovations from the project partner workstreams.
The WAE battery pack incorporates dedicated cell packaging for optimum centre of gravity, vehicle control unit, DCDC converter, integrated cooling, charge port, and styled carbon covers. This all-new WAE-developed powertrain will set new standards for electric bike performance, with class-leading power, efficiency, charging time and range.
Wholly responsible for TE-1’s lightweight, ground-breaking battery system, WAE has employed a holistic approach to development which will allow riders to use more electric power for longer, providing access to outstanding performance regardless of battery charge, alongside rapid charging times.
The all-new battery has peak power of 170kW and continuous power of 90kW, with a capacity of 15kWh. This enables the motorbike to deliver 130kW of peak power and 80kW of continuous power. Class leading system cooling combined with the optimum balance of power and energy means TE-1 can give the rider more electric power for longer and deliver outstanding performance regardless of battery charge. The 360-volt system also enables a fast-charging time of under 20mins (0-80%), which is combined with a market leading target range.
Following completion of Phase 2 of the program in March 2021, which delivered a fully bench tested battery, WAE has now concluded work on Phase 3 which contained some critical gateways for the project. In addition to supporting several hardware and software solutions; specifically integrating Triumph’s motorcycle control software to work in harmony with WAE’s controller and battery management system, the team has enhanced the integration of the mechanical and electrical solutions; optimizing battery layout to balance mass and positioning within the chassis.
The demonstrator bike is now undergoing final battery level validation and calibration to ensure the performance results meet best-in-class power and energy density targets and for the rider, ensuring there is no compromise in performance at low levels of charge.
NEWS FROM THE MAGNIFICENT ARCH— ARCH Motorcycle Launches New Website
ARCH Motorcycle is pleased to announce the launch of its new website. Delivering a more dynamic user experience with up-to-date content, visitors can expect frequent updates from our News section. From compelling video content, new product announcements, upcoming events, or simply to gain a better understanding about the process of becoming an ARCH Motorcycle owner.
“We saw the need to create a more thoughtful and curated user experience on our website, one that provides more detail and information,” said Gard Hollinger, co-founder of ARCH Motorcycle. “ARCH’s new web platform will allow us to deliver engaging and up-to-date content on a more frequent basis.”
We thank you for your continued support of ARCH Motorcycle.
The Artistry of ARCH Motorcycle: Chapter 3 features an in-depth look at the dynamic ARCH / S&S 124ci V-twin that delivers unrivaled torque and performance, and provides an unparalleled riding experience.
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ARCH Owners are passionate individuals who appreciate attention to detail, quality craftsmanship and the camaraderie that riding an ARCH motorcycle with like-minded individuals provides. Take a deeper dive into the ARCH Ownership experience.
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CHIX on 66 Joins Forces with All-Female Motorcycle Support Crew–Riveter Chapter of the AMCA proudly announces that Athena “Vagabond Chickie” Ransom and Vivian “Gypsy” Charros have agreed to join the Chix on 66 ride as our all-female motorcycle support crew.
Chix on 66 is a cross-country ride that follows Route 66 from Chicago, Illinois, to Santa Monica, California, from June 11 through June 25, 2022. Athena and Gypsy will ride the entire Chix on 66 route along with us, providing mechanical support in the event that any participant’s motorcycle needs a repair, whether it’s a fouled spark plug, wiring problem, or anything else that can be fixed on the side of the road.
This service, in conjunction with the sweep support provided by Jason Sims of the Cross Country Chase/Motorcycle Cannonball, will offer riders the security of having backup support for mechanical problems that may arise.
Riveter Chapter President Karan Andrea says, “From the beginning, as we were talking about this ride, we wanted a couple female mechanics to provide support on the road. This goes right along with the intent of this ride, which is to inspire women, not just to ride, but to broaden their vision of what is possible. They can ride a vintage bike, they can learn to service that bike, they can develop mechanical skills. Having Athena and Gypsy provide mechanical support on this ride will inspire all of us, myself included. When women see other women do these things, they begin to believe it is possible for themselves. I am so grateful that Athena and Gypsy are taking time away from their lives and businesses to join us for Chix on 66.”
Athena Ransom, who has been riding and wrenching on motorcycles since her teens, learned her craft from her “guy” at the time, back in 1982, and through her job at a racing legend’s aftermarket shop.
She is the founder/owner/lead tech at Vagabond Chopper in Pompano Beach,
Florida. As part of the Chopper Chick Crew, and the lead crew member of Cris Sommer-Simmons’ Motorcycle Cannonball team in 2010, Athena has used her extensive experience with building, servicing, and maintaining bikes.
She currently hosts the Athena After Dark podcast, featuring various women in the motorcycle industry. Athena states, “I’m so honored to be able to participate in the Chix On 66 Adventure and provide mechanical support to women riders who are ready to take the iconic ride along Route 66. The lessons learned about motorcycles and my past encounters with parts and people proved to be the driving force to a passion-based career in the motorcycle world that I am grateful for daily. It is super exciting to provide support along with my esteemed colleague, the legendary Ms. Gypsy Charros with whom I’ve had the great pleasure of partnering with on incredible motorcycle endeavors. Participants’ preparedness will be key and through multiple platforms we will build confidence and motorcycling memories.”
Vivian “Gypsy” Charros’ mom forbid her to ride the neighborhood boys’ dirt bikes when she was 9 years old. So, she did what any good Catholic girl would do in that situation…she lied. The inevitable crashes and bruising and abrasions happened. Hiding the injuries from mom was a snap. Fixing the bikes on 9-year-old’s salary was challenging and taught her wrenching basics and creative engineering.
Those days prepared her for when she got her 1973 Harley FLH in 1977 that needed a total rebuild before it was road worthy. Since then, she’s had Pans, Shovels, Twin Cams, and a custom Knuckle and got her hands dirty on all of them. She was a freelance writer that evolved into a columnist and staff writer position with Thunder Press magazine that gave her a valid excuse to ride thousands of solo miles. She’s been a Harley-Davidson dealership parts manager, builder, winner of a Discovery Channel Biker-Build-Off trophy, and (her favorite accolade) a member of the Chopper Chick Crew along with Athena “Chickie” Ransom. Gypsy says, “I’m thrilled to be partnered up again with Athena on this exciting, legendary ride. I look forward to traveling Route 66 in its entirety, and welcome the opportunity to not only provide support for the other women riders, but inspire confidence in wrenching on their own rides.”
In the months prior to the start of Chix on 66, all riders and staff will be invited to participate in a series of online seminars addressing topics such as how to prepare one’s motorcycle for a 2,400-mile ride, what tools and gear to bring, what you should know about your bike, and more. These seminars will be announced soon.
www.chixon66.com
NEW FROM MOMOA AND NASH MOTOR CO.— Axe And You Shall Receive…
A popular request, the Knuckle Axe is the latest addition to our collection of collaborative pieces between Nash Motorcycle Co. and Jason Momoa’s, On the Roam brand.
This is a full-size tool. The bigger brother to the Knuckle Chopper and a perfect size of 24” long – the Knuckle Axe has an American grown hickory handle topped with a 4lb stainless steel head. This is totally capable of chopping significant vegetation…or more.
GUN NUT REPORT—
The next NRA-ILA Grassroots webinar will be Monday, February 28th, at 7:30 p.m. EST. Join your NRA-ILA Federal Affairs Director and other staff to learn more about NRA-ILA’s efforts on Capitol Hill and our response to the current Administration as we work to protect the Second Amendment! Be sure to RSVP below for the webinar link:
Now is the time to stay informed and engaged in the fight to protect your rights. Your NRA-ILA looks forward to sharing important updates, hearing your questions, and providing the grassroots tools you need in the fight for our rights!
Stay tuned for invites to future webinars here: 2022 NRA-ILA Grassroots Webinars. All NRA-ILA webinars are Webex based and can be accessed via desktop computer, smartphone, or phone. You can find more information on Webex at https://help.webex.com/en-us
We hope you’ll join us February 28th!
Yours in Freedom,
Ken Lan
NRA-ILA Grassroots
http://www.nrailafrontlines.com
A BROTHER’S ASSISTANT— My assistant in the garage.
–RHYS
RARE YAMAHA TZ500 WITH 0 MILES UP FOR AUCTION
A Yamaha TZ500 with a staggering 0 miles on the clock is currently up for auction online.
Hosted by specialist automotive marketplace Collecting Cars, the production road racer from 1982 has never been ridden and is reported to be completely original down to the original tyres.
Having spent its years in both the UK and Italy as part of private collections, it has been carefully dry stored to preserve its integrity and remains in totally pristine condition.
Descended from the legendary YZR500 made famous by champion GP motorcycle racer Kenny Roberts, the TZ500 is powered by a 500cc two-stroke inline-four, producing around 115hp.
A ‘J series’ example, this model features a number of cosmetic changes compared to its predecessors, as well as reversed outer cylinders.
Edward Lovett, founder of Collecting Cars, said:
“Since launch, our team has sold more than 170 iconic and collectible motorcycles, including setting a new world record for a Japanese bike at auction with a Honda RC213V-S. We anticipate significant global interest in this as-new 1982 Yamaha TZ500, and while it is likely to be acquired by another private collection, it would be fantastic to see it put onto the track to be used as intended.”
To find out more information on this lot, visit Collecting Cars.
Compared to traditional car auctions, Collecting Cars offers significantly better value for sellers and buyers alike. For sellers, the detailed photographic presentation and professional descriptions mean their car is showcased in the best possible way and is marketed to a huge captive audience of passionate enthusiasts. Furthermore, there is no listing fee, and they receive 100% of the hammer price.
For buyers, the premium on auction lots is levied at just 5% + VAT – substantially lower than traditional auction houses, which typically charge 12% or more – and is capped at £6,000. On hammer prices above £100,000 this means that the buyer’s premium is even less than 6%.
For more information, or to request an interview with Edward Lovett please contact:
TRAVEL THE WORLD ON A MOTORCYCLE WITH VINTAGE RIDES—
We’ve wrapped up our 2022 tour calendar and even set some dates for 2023. We’re so chuffed to have 95% of our destinations back! Fancy tackling the world’s highest peaks? Or how about riding through the vast open plains of South America or Africa? Or would you like to explore India’s most stunning roads? You can do it in the best possible conditions :
Just pay a €50 deposit if you book before 28th February 2022 – Valid for all off-road training and trips departing before 30th June 2022.
Insurance with Covid cover.
We offer credit notes or free rebooking if circumstances force us to cancel
THE BIKERNET HOMELESS UPDATE–At this point all I can say is: go and see it.
Over the past two years, more than 1,360 people have died from drug overdoses in San Francisco. That is more than double the number who have died from Covid in San Francisco.
But you don’t need more stats. You don’t need more numbers about how the tent encampments are exploding. Or about the amount of money that the city is paying for each person doing drugs on the sidewalks. You need to see it.
I’m serious. Everyone in San Francisco should make a trip downtown. Walk around. And do not avert your eyes to the people dying slowly on the streets.
The politicians that run my hometown are relying on you not noticing what’s going on because it’s been bad for so long and who cares if it gets a little worse. Don’t let them. Go see it.
The city is using intimidation. They used it on me when I went to see what was going on at a new addict-services facility, which they’d set up in a public plaza. And they tried to intimidate my friend Michael Shellenberger, as you’ll read below.
The people in charge of homelessness and addiction want to bully people into giving up public streets and parks. They want to take your tax money and let your suffering neighbors die gentle, stoned deaths while they watch and call it justice. They think the mothers who want to get their sons out of the jaws of death are suspect. (It’s conservative to want your kid to live, don’t you know?) The city would like a little privacy please. Fentanyl use is an intimate moment between our officials and our addicts.
Do not listen to the propaganda. Skip Golden Gate Park. Bring your friends downtown instead. Stand in UN Plaza and just watch. Use your eyes, those great weapons.
— Nellie Bowles
REPORT FROM WOMEN RIDERS NOW—February brings with it a number of holidays and events. First, it is Black History Month, the dedicated month where we acknowledge the achievements and sacrifices of Black Americans in our communities and country. One of the best resources we have found that celebrates Black women in motorcycling is undoubtedly Black Girls Ride magazine (BGR). BGR has spent more than 10 years covering women in this community and offering rides and events such as the 2022 Black Girls Ride to Essence Fest. We encourage you to check it out and get involved.
One thing I love about dating a fellow rider is that there’s never any shortage of moto gifts I can get him, and vice versa.
For many, February also is the month of love. That’s right, Valentine’s Day is coming up and I’ve been busy thinking up the perfect gift for my Valentine, Joon, pictured here. To help you find the perfect gift for the motorcyclist in your life, we have compiled a Valentine’s Gift Guide of some of our favorite gifts that we have given, received, or would love to receive (hint, hint).
Whether you’re riding or hibernating this season, we hope you’re staying warm and healthy. Make sure to check out our new audio series, Women to Watch, and plan your upcoming riding season with our Events Calendar. Hope to see you on the road soon!
Ride well and do good,
–Kirsten Midura
Marketing Program Manager
WomenRidersNow.com
JESSE ROOKE MEMORIAL BLOOD DRIVE—
I hope you are all staying healthy and Happy these days. We have started a Blood Drive in Memorial to Jesse, his Birthday was Jan. 27th.
I am sending a link that can be pulled up and anyone can register for this drive anywhere in the country, so all donations can be counted towards this drive.
Thanks for all donations and spread the word to your contacts.
https://sleevesup.redcrossblood.org/campaign/ride-on-for-jesse-rooke-27/
Love Dan & Margi
TEAM NEWS–Andrew Hines Takes New Role in Restructured
Vance & Hines/Mission Foods/Suzuki NHRA PSM Team
Vance & Hines today announced details of its 2022 campaign to earn the NHRA Pro Stock Motorcycle championship, with a trio of former NHRA champions leading the charge. Andrew Hines will step up to the role of full-time Crew Chief for the team and Angelle Sampey and Eddie Krawiec will each campaign Suzuki Hayabusa motorcycles with Vance & Hines four-valve Suzuki motors.
The company recently announced a strategic partnership with Suzuki which will task Vance & Hines with operating the Suzuki Racing Team for NHRA Pro Stock Motorcycle racing. Suzuki and Vance & Hines have a long history of NHRA success, with seven NHRA PSM championships under their belts.
Andrew is a six-time NHRA PSM champion with a class leading 56 national event victories and is son of Vance & Hines co-founder Byron Hines. He has raced and worked full time for Vance & Hines since 2000, but spent his childhood at racetracks and in race shops as well.
“Being Crew Chief will be a clear advantage for the team and me,” said Hines. “My experience on the seat for two decades, along with great feedback from our riders, will factor in to how I make tuning decisions for the team. I’m excited to be 100% focused on the bikes, Angelle and Eddie. Winning the championship is our goal and this new approach makes us a stronger team.”
Angelle Sampey is the winningest female in NHRA racing and all of motorsports with 45 wins to her credit. She was NHRA Pro Stock Motorcycle champion three times (2000, 2001 and 2002). Sampey joined Vance & Hines in 2019, and in 2021 Angelle competed on a Vance & Hines Suzuki notching two wins. She also reset Suzuki’s all-time best speed of 202.03mph in Charlotte and finished second-place in the NHRA Countdown to the Championship.
Eddie Krawiec, a four-time champion (2008, 2011, 2012, 2017), has accumulated 49 NHRA PSM wins. He’s been on the Vance & Hines team since 2007 and was the first member of the team to enter the Denso 200 MPH Club. His current top speed is 203.49mph. For 2022, Krawiec swaps his twin-cylinder Buell for a Vance & Hines-powered Suzuki.
“Andrew’s move to Crew Chief is special for Byron and for me,” said Vance & Hines co-founder Terry Vance. “We’ve watched Drew grow up in the sport, become a champion and now take the lead role on the team. He’s got the right combination of skills to excel at this position for us.”
The team will race this season with the existing NHRA-approved, second generation Suzuki Hayabusa bodywork and will work with NHRA to get approval for the all-new, third generation Hayabusa. Once approved by NHRA the new bodywork will be available for all Suzuki-mounted riders to utilize in 2023.
The 2022 NHRA Pro Stock Motorcycle season begins at the GatorNationals in Gainesville, FL March 10-13, 2022. The PSM schedule includes 15 stops in 2022 with the finale at the Auto Club Finals in Pomona, California.
–Steve Piehl
BARRY’S NEW TRIUMPH PROJECT—Barry Weiss builds some amazing vehicles. This is his latest Triumph project.
–El Waggs
Tech Reporter
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WHEELS THROUGH TIME MUSEUM-–
invites you to a Celebration of Life event on April 2, 2022, in memory of our beloved founder Dale Walksler.
Dale’s legacy became international over the course of his life, and we look forward to a time together sharing and remembering the life of this profound individual.
Sadly, in early 2021 we lost Dale to a long and hard-fought battle with cancer. A celebration of his life will take place at Wheels Through Time Museum in Maggie Valley, NC, on April 2, 2022, from 12 pm to 4 pm.
Pastor and museum staff member Kris Estep will speak at 2 pm, followed by comments and stories from some of Dale’s family and closest friends.
A comprehensive exhibit detailing Dale’s passion and vision will also be debuted.
The exhibit chronicles his life, from his youth and earliest days as a Harley-Davidson dealer to building and growing the collection, his prescient move to Maggie Valley, and both his and the museum’s rise to international status. The museum will be open to the public with free admission as part of the event.
We look forward to a day honoring Dale together and sharing the stories of his impact.
Dale Walksler founded Wheels Through Time Museum in 1993 with the purpose of telling the story of the American Motorcycle. A personal passion for collecting rare and historic American motorcycles quickly evolved into a lifelong endeavor. Beginning with a small building behind his Harley-Davidson dealership in Mt. Vernon, Illinois, over the next several decades, he poured boundless energy into transforming Wheels Through Time into one of the premier motorcycle destinations on the planet.
Dale made it a personal mission to make every motorcycle operational, a unique goal and an accomplishment that led to the museum becoming known as “The Museum That Runs.” Through his passion, vision, and dedication coupled with contagious enthusiasm and generosity, he created not just a destination but an experience. His influence and reach extended through public appearances at antique motorcycle events and auctions, guest television appearances, and his own network television shows. Dale’s impact and legacy continues through Wheels Through Time today.
Over the weekend, BLM radicals were caught on video– doubling down on their support of violent extremism, chanting, “Power to the looters! Power to the rioters!”
Their top targets — Small businesses, police and pro-Trump Americans.
On multiple occasions Trump supporters have been assaulted and harassed by BLM and ANTIFA thugs.
This is why we need Bikers for Trump. Our Bikers are mobile and unafraid to face BLM and ANTIFA head on. Most importantly, we have a record of deterring radical Leftists from derailing Trump’s rallies.
The threats will only get louder and more unhinged as we get closer to the election. That’s why we’re asking you to keep our Bikers on the road in order to keep these radical thugs away from Trump’s loyal supporters.
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The Left knows if they can scare our voters from turning out, they’ll win every time.
But the minute they see one of our Bikers, or hear we’ll be in the crowd on look out, they fold every time.
Donate now and keep our Bikers moving for President Trump and his supporters! ?
Thank you,
–Chris Cox
Bikers for Trump
BIKERNET TRIKES OF THE WEEK—Some of these creations are amazing and built for various functions. We can’t feature them all here, so we are working on a story to feature way more trikes and some of Berry’s girls. Hang on!
–from Sam Burns
NEW FROM ERIC HERRMANN’S STUDIOS–Deal of the Day “75 Spearfish Canyon” 20 x 30 Canvas Giclee’, Signed, Numbered for $700.00 / Frt. Normally $900.00
Spearfish Canyon, one of the most scenic rides in the Black Hills was my subject for the 75th. Hidden within you’ll find 75 riders including Arlen Ness, Mike Corbin, my buddy Harry, and numerous others. Rock Climbers, Wheelies, Nudity, Fishing, Mountain Goats, Buffaloe, and all the Black Hills has to offer.
I can’t wait to go every year!
#arlenness #Corbin #st…
See more
— at Eric Herrmann Studios.
GREEN MURDER QUOTE OF THE DAY—The Global financial crisis and the shutdown of industry did not result in a decrease in carbon dioxide in the air. If the green activists are right, it should have. There was a significant reduction in carbon dioxide emissions by humans during the global COVID-19 epidemic which created production shutdowns and an almost complete cessation of travel yet the rate of rise and concentration of atmospheric carbon dioxide did not decrease.
This is validated by the international energy Agency (IEA) which reported a record drop of 8 percent in human emissions of carbon dioxide during the COVID crises.
There was no decrease in global temperature showing that there is no relationship between alleged global warming and human emissions of carbon dioxide.
During WWII when there were massive emissions of carbon dioxide in the war effort, the consequent global carbon dioxide fingerprint change in the air could not be measured. These three planetary experiments, including the financial collapse during 2007-2008, all show that human emissions are much lower than the 3 percent contribution to the annual global emissions claimed by the IPCC.
–Ian Plimer
Author
Green Murder
THIS JUST IN FROM THE MIC–Honors for a Senator Who Champions Motorcycling
Joni Ernst, senator from Iowa, is among the Top 100 Women in Powersports as recently selected by Dealernews.
“In the Senate, I’ve been proud to work across party lines to advance the interests of my fellow motorcyclists – and an industry that helps generate nearly $600 million a year for Iowa’s economy,” Ernst wrote in a thank-you letter to the Dealernews community. “Most recently, I helped lead a bipartisan effort to designate May as Motorcycle Safety Awareness month. By encouraging drivers and bikers to share the road, drive smart, and stay aware, we can stop accidents before they happen so we can keep enjoying the ride.”
Senator Joni Ernst with the MIC’s Scott Schloegel, riding across Iowa.
Ernst is a longtime rider and co-chair of the Senate Motorcycle Caucus along with Senator Gary Peters of Michigan. She has been a speaker in the MIC Symposium series and was joined on “Joni’s Ride Across Iowa” by the MIC’s Scott Schloegel, senior vice president of government relations.
“It is entirely fitting that Senator Ernst is among the 100 women recognized by Dealernews,” Schloegel said. “She is a true champion of our industry, a legit enthusiast, and someone we are fortunate to have inside Congress working representing safety and rider interests.”
–MIC
MEETING OF THE MINDS LEGISLATIVE CONFERENCE–SEPTEMBER 22-24, 2022
DES MOINES, IOWA
Des Moines Marriott Downtown 700 Grand Avenue Des Moines, IA 50309
Room reservations call 515-245-5500 (mention Motorcycle Riders Foundation)
Room guest rate $119/night. Cut-off date: September 7, 2022
Pre-registration for conference through the MRF, PO Box 250. Highland, IL 62249
Pre-registration (must be received by Sept. 8, 2022): $80.00 (current member) / $90.00 (non-member)
Registration rate after Sept. 8, 2022: $90.00 (current member) / $100.00 (non-member)
Registration includes all workshops, workshop materials, and Saturday banquet.
Registration questions call the MRF at 202-546-0983, or email Fred Harrell at fred@mrf.org.
KEEPING THE BANDIT’S CANTINA BAD JOKE LIBRARY WIDE OPEN–Irish Birth Control
Mrs. Donovan was walking down O’Connell Street in Dublin when she met up with Father Flaherty.
The Father said, ‘Top o’ the mornin’ To ye! Aren’t ye Mrs. Donovan? And didn’t I marry ye and yer Hoosband two years ago?’
She replied, ‘Aye, that ye did, Father.’
The Father asked, ‘And be there any wee little ones yet?’
She replied, ‘No, not yet, Father.’
The Father said, ‘Well now, I’m going to Rome next week And I’ll light a fertility candle for ye and yer hoosband.’
She replied, ‘Oh, thank ye, Father…’ they then parted ways…
Some years later they met again. The Father asked, ‘Well now, Mrs. Donovan, how are ye these days?’ She replied, ‘Oh, very well, Father!’ The Father asked, ‘And tell me ,have ye any wee ones yet?’
She replied, ‘Oh yes, Father! Two sets of twins and six singles, ten in all!’
The Father said, ‘That’s wonderful! And how is yer loving hoosband doing?’
She replied, ‘E’s gone to Rome to blow out yer fookin’ candle.’
–Micah McCloskey
WHAT’S NEXT?—Don’t forget Valentines Day, goddammit. Or you will be in serious trouble.
It snowed yesterday and into the night, but the 5-Ball racing logo shinned through.
The shop is flying together, but I may take the tank off the ’48 ULH and send it out to paint.
We had the opportunity to buy a lot on Laselle in Sturgis, but my project list is over the top. Unfortunately, I would rather write a book than run a lot during the Rally.
Hang on for the report next week. Stuff is happening fast.
In the meantime, ride fast and free forever.
–Bandit
WHAT DO YOU THINK BIKERNET WEEKLY NEWS for February 17th, 2022
By Bandit |
Cabana Dan, another Hamster is back from St. Louis where he met with Carl Pussar and picked up a 2010 Crazy Horse engine and primary drive, plus a CV carb, intake manifold, voltage regulator and alternator. He’s going to show up here soon.
Took off the Sporty tank from the UL. Ordered some tabs to extend the rear tabs. They were metal tie-wrapped to the frame. I didn’t like that much. Going to have the tank painted, add a Paughco chain guard and make cool, classic, two-into-one pipes with a Paughco Dago muffler and maybe cut the sissybar down some. Hang on for reports.
In the meantime. Let’s hit the news:
The Bikernet Weekly News is sponsored in part by companies who also dig Freedom including: Cycle Source Magazine, the MRF, Las Vegas Bikefest, Iron Trader News, ChopperTown, BorntoRide.com and the Sturgis Motorcycle Museum.
BRAND New Bikernet Reader Comment!–OPEN MIND BIKERNET WEEKLY NEWS for February 10th, 2022
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Dale Walksler was a tremendous historian. I’ve visited Wheels Through Time 3 times and each time Dale was an inspiration. I witnessed first hand when HD execs and dealers came through on a ride and Dale, with a glint in his eye, schooled these execs in the history of the company they worked for. A real gentleman and every American motorcycle owner owe themselves a visit to this wonderful museum.
And, let me state right here that Matt, whom I’ve met each time while visiting is truly the apple. He is extremely knowledgeable, passionate and carrying the torch to this fantastic piece of large history!
Keep up the great work Matt!
— Dangerous Dan
San Jose, CA
BANDIT’S BED ROLL AND DAYROLL COME TO THE TEXAS RESCUE–I used the Bedroll/Dayroll fairing again as it was 30 degrees when I left. However, I had an important mission for the bedroll this day. I needed to transport 15-20’ of large bubble wrap, but it suffered some causalities trying to stuff it inside and zip it up. But it was for jumping on, so it was okay.
The Kuryakyn lights are a final no at least the left side, but I still haven’t rebuilt the front master cylinder either as evident by the blue tape & bungee cord. Only the light was staying on and it serves as a reminder to behave! But I still want to Ricky Bobby, “I wanna go fast.” She’s still a baby 96 inches.
–RFR
Texas Report
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SPEAKING OF WIRING: NEWS FROM THE NAMZ EMPIRE–“We make it easy for you to do it right!”
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Vance & Hines Launches Expanded Effort For 2022 Moto America King of the Baggers Championship— Company will field Two Riders aboard Harley-Davidson Road Glides Operating from its Racing Development Center
Santa Fe Springs CA – February 15, 2022 – Vance & Hines today announced the details of the company’s involvement in MotoAmerica’s King of the Baggers (KOTB) racing series in 2022. The company will field a two-bike team featuring James Rispoli and Taylor Knapp riding, with technical support from the company’s Racing Development Center in Brownsburg, IN. Matt Hines, former NHRA Pro Stock Motorcycle champion and son of the company’s co-founder Byron Hines, will be Crew Chief for the team. Mission Foods will be a sponsor of the Vance & Hines effort.
This year, both riders will be aboard Harley-Davidson Road Glides which will feature “improvements throughout the whole bike, based on what we learned last year,” according to Matt Hines. “We’re excited that the series has expanded to six races and that so many of our customers are interested in seeing high-performance baggers on the track.”
Rispoli has amassed a formidable resume of speed and winning in flat track and road racing, both here and abroad. After winning back-to-back AMA Pro SuperSport championships in the US, Rispoli made a name for himself competing in the prestigious British Superbike championships for five seasons. He followed that with a return to his flat track roots, winning the 2020 AFT Production Twins title in dominant fashion with seven wins aboard a Vance & Hines-built Harley-Davidson XG750R. This season, Rispoli will bring his signature #43 back to road racing in MotoAmerica on the Vance & Hines KOTB Harley-Davidson Road Glide.
Knapp is one of the most seasoned veterans in the MotoAmerica paddock today, having competed for both factory and privateer teams in Daytona SportBike, AMA SuperBike, British Superbike and MotoAmerica 1000 SuperStock. He has established himself as one of the most versatile riders in road racing, and currently works as a test rider for Dunlop Tire Company. In 2021, Knapp joined the Vance & Hines team for two rounds on its KOTB entry at Road America and Laguna Seca and will be running his trademark #44 for the 2022 season.
Technical leadership for the team comes from the all-star combination of Matt Hines and road racing mainstay, Gene Burcham.
Matt Hines has been working for Vance & Hines full time since 1994, but you can add another half dozen years to his seniority as he’s been working in the race shop since he was in high school. He is a three-time NHRA Pro Stock champion and was the NHRA’s Rookie of the Year in 1996. After stepping away from riding, Hines moved to the crew chief role for the company’s NHRA Pro Stock Motorcycle efforts where he guided the team to ten championships with riders Eddie Krawiec and Matt’s brother, Andrew Hines, on Harley-Davidson motorcycles.
Burcham is a long-time racer who started in motocross and moved to road racing on a variety of motorcycles, including competing in the AMA Pro Vance & Hines Harley-Davidson XR1200 Series. He’s a noted tuner and also served as team manager for the Vance & Hines Harley-Davidson factory flat track team in AFT. Burcham recently turned his attention back to MotoAmerica road racing enabling young rider Hayden Schultz to earn a runner-up finish last season in the Twins Cup championship on a Vance & Hines built Yamaha YZF-R7.
The King of the Bagger series is a racing class showcasing touring-style motorcycles with fairings and saddlebags offered by MotoAmerica, the premier road racing sanctioning body in the United States. KOTB races take place at six of the eleven events offered by MotoAmerica, with the first of the bagger races slated for March 11 at the Daytona International Speedway.
NOMINATED FOR THE “BEST BANDIT’S CANTINA JOKE OF THE YEAR” So far–A Russian arrives in New York City as a new immigrant to the United States. It’s 11:00 AM on a Wednesday.
He stops the first person he sees walking down the street and says, “Thank you Mr. American for letting me come into this country, giving me housing, food stamps, free medical care, and a free education!”
The passerby says, “You are mistaken, I am a Mexican and here illegally.”
The man goes on and encounters another passerby. “Thank you for having such a beautiful country here in America.”
The person says, “I not American, I Vietnamese and here on a Green Card that expired two years ago.”
The new arrival walks farther and stops the next person he sees, then shaking his hand, and says, “Thank you for wonderful America!” That person puts up his hand and says, “I am from Middle East. I am not American. It was easy to get here via Arizona.”
He finally sees a nice lady and asks, “Are you an American?”
She says, “No, I am from Africa here on an Education Green Card that expired 10 years ago.”
Puzzled, he asks her, “Where are all the Americans?”
The African lady checks her watch and says: “Probably at work.”
–El Waggs
QUOTES FROM GREEN MURDER BY IAN PLIMER—Veteran international investor Warren Buffet does not mince his words, We get a tax credit if we build a lot of wind farms. That’s the only reason we build them. They don’t make sense without the tax credit.”
In 1983, the American Wind Industry Association claimed that wind and solar would be “competitive and self-supporting on a national level by the end of the decade if assisted by tax credits and augmented by Federally sponsored R&D.” For 40 years there has been a bottomless pit of subsidies. Time to stop the rorts…
Even after 30 years and endless subsidies, no country is powering itself with wind or solar electricity. No industrialized country ever will. The idea of trying to run a modern industrialized society on sea breezes and sunbeams is complete nonsense.
Weather-dependent sources are simply no substitute for coal, gas and nuclear which are available 24/7 on demand. No amounts of battery storage or pumped hydro will create cheap reliable power 24/7. That doesn’t stop the political elites berating us if we ever dare to question the logic of throwing endless trillions of dollars of taxpayers’ money at something that already has proved to be a total failure.
–Ian Plimer
ROYAL ENFIELD BUILD. TRAIN. RACE. ANNOUNCES PARTNERSHIP WITH PARTS UNLIMITED
Parts Unlimited, the world’s largest distributor of aftermarket accessories in powersports, partners with 2022 BTR programs in American Flat Track and MotoAmerica.
Milwaukee, WI (Tuesday, February 15, 2022) – Royal Enfield’s Build. Train. Race. program is delighted to announce a partnership with worldwide distributor of powersports aftermarket accessories Parts Unlimited. Both the BTR Road Race and Flat Track programs will be supported by Parts Unlimited throughout the 2022 season.
Parts Unlimited will be an essential part of the program providing a parts and gear allotment totaling over $100,000. Each BTR program participant will receive a credit to order parts needed in order to build their Royal Enfield INT 650 and Continental GT 650 motorcycles into proper race machines. On top of this generous stipend, Parts Unlimited is going a step further and providing all of the participants with Alpinestars boots and gloves.
“The Build. Train. Race. programs have both grown in size and attention since we started in 2019,” said Breeann Poland, Marketing and Communications Lead – Royal Enfield Americas. “The amount of resources needed to run these programs and for participants to build their motorcycles is more than what we alone can provide. Parts Unlimited took notice of the growth and popularity of BTR and stepped up with a big partnership. Their added support will not only help cover costs, but will allow the creativity and talent of the BTR women to truly shine in 2022. We couldn’t be happier to have them on board; this is going to be an incredible season.”
“We’ve had our eye on the Royal Enfield Build. Train. Race. programs for some time now and are very impressed with the progress and popularity they’ve seen in both American Flat Track and MotoAmerica,” said Paul Langley, Chairman, LeMans Corporation, parent company of Parts Unlimited. “The innovative concept is truly inspiring and reaches audiences that are very important to the powersports industry: women and amateur racers. Parts Unlimited is excited at the prospect of getting behind these inspiring participants and watching them develop on the track throughout the season. It’s a great opportunity to welcome new motorcyclists and show them the fun and passion of racing and that they, too, can aspire to get out on the track.”
PIRELLI Rider Kyle Peters Clinches 2022 Kicker AMA Arenacross Championship in Denver–Peters Takes his Third Title Aboard his SCORPION™ MX-Equipped Phoenix Racing Honda CRF250R
DENVER (February 14, 2022) – The Kicker AMA Arenacross Championship made its way to the Mile-High City over the weekend for Rounds 9 and 10 at the National Western Complex Arena in Denver, providing fans with plenty of bar-to-bar action across two nights of racing. Phoenix Racing Honda’s Kyle Peters was the standout rider by clinching the 2022 championship using Pirelli SCORPION™ MX32™ MidSoft tires aboard his Honda CRF250R. Peters would also take home the 250 and 450 Pro class wins on both Friday and Saturday night to cap off an incredible season.
“This is what we have been working so hard for,” said Peters. “It’s an incredible feeling to win my third consecutive championship. We are not done yet and are already looking forward to defending again in 2023!”
As the defending champion, Peters consistently remained the rider to beat at each stop throughout the season and his efforts would see him capture his third consecutive Kicker AMA Arenacross Championship, putting him on a short list of riders who have been able to accomplish the incredible feat.
In addition to Peters sweeping both nights of racing, his Phoenix Racing Honda teammate Cullin Park put in a pair of impressive rides on Friday night to finish second in the 450 Pro class and third in the 250 Pro class.
“It was an incredible season for Kyle and the entire Phoenix Racing Honda team,” said Nicholas Walton, off-road racing manager, Pirelli. “The dominance that he was able to display each weekend was nothing short of impressive and he did it using the same SCORPION™ MX tires that come as original equipment on the CRF250R. Pirelli would like to congratulate Kyle on his championship and we look forward to seeing what he can do in the 2022 250 Eastern Regional Supercross Championship.”
For 2022, Honda produced an all-new CRF250R from the ground up and Pirelli’s SCORPION™ MX32™ MidSoft tires were chosen as the OE fitment in order to deliver championship performance right off of the showroom floor. With performance in mind, Phoenix Racing Honda would look to continue with that same performance on their teams race bikes in both the Kicker AMA Arenacross Championship and Monster Energy Supercross Championship. Pirelli remains committed to its motto “we sell what we race, we race what we sell” meaning that Peters machine was equipped with the very same tires found on the standard CRF250R and available to the public to purchase.
RESULTS
Denver, Colorado
Round 9 | 250 Class
Kyle Peters
Kyle Bitterman
Cullin Park
Round 9 | 450 Class
Kyle Peters
Cullin Park
Ben Lamay
Round 10 | 250 Class
Kyle Peters
Kyle Bitterman
Ben Lamay
Round 10 | 450 Class
Kyle Peters
Ben Lamay
Kyle Bitterman
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Next Level Sports Management
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TRIKES OF THE WEEK—And you thought choppers could be wild. Hang on for this week’s line-up.
–Bandit with Images from Sam Burns
DAYTONA CHOPPERS MAGAZINE SHOW ROCKS–Come join us for the first annual Choppers Magazine Bike Show presented by Harley-Davidson
When
Monday, March 19th, 2022 at Noon
Where
Daytona International Speedway
Why
Come see the best Choppers and FXR’s the East Coast has to offer. $1500 cash prize for Best Chopper and $1500 cash prize for Best FXR. We also rounded up some trophies and giveaways from our sponsors! Oh… Danger Dan will MC the event, so ya know it’s going to be outta control.
Choppers
2138 Royal Oaks Dr
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QUICK, New Bikernet Reader Comment!–Black Biker History
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–Kimberly Romes
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NEW FROM THE PRESIDENT OF PRIME WORLD–The Equalizer Motor Plate from APM
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RYAN MCQUISTON SUPPORTS A PAT LEAHY CHOPPER SHOW IN LONG BEACH THIS SUMMER—Stay tuned for updates. It’s a natural for Long Beach if the homeless don’t take over.
–Bandit
STURGIS MOTORCYCLE MUSEUM ANNOUNCES–Hall of Fame Class of 2022
The Sturgis Motorcycle Museum & Hall of Fame seeks out the most influential people in the motorcycle industry to highlight their accomplishments and promote the future of motorcycling. On behalf of the Sturgis Motorcycle Museum & Hall of Fame Board of Directors, I am proud to announce our 2022 Hall of Fame Inductees (in alphabetical order by first name):
Bill Davidson
Bob Kay
Carlo & Emma Lujan
Karen Davidson
Robin Bradley
Tom Seymour
Arlen Ness Lifetime Achievement Award Recipient – Don Emde
Freedom Fighter – Motorcycle Riders Foundation
Kickstand’s Down – Ben Hardy
Congratulations to each of these individuals! Stay tuned for Hall of Fame Highlights where we share info about each inductee leading up to the ceremony.
The induction breakfast ceremony will be held on August 10, 2022 at The Lodge @ Deadwood. Tickets go on sale March 1, 2022. For corporate tables, please call Emma at 605-347-2001.
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NASTY GUN NUT REPORT—SNITCH ALERT
“Got an ex who buys or sells guns illegally?”
The official Twitter account of the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, and Firearms (ATF) suggested that Americans spend Valentine’s Day ratting out their former — or current — partners who may have violated firearms laws.
“Valentine’s Day can still be fun even if you broke up. Do you have information about a former (or current) partner involved in illegal gun activity? Let us know, and we will make sure it’s a Valentine’s Day to remember! Call 1-888-ATF-TIPS or email ATFTips@atf.gov,” the tweet read.
The responses began pouring in almost immediately — but instead of reporting their ex-boyfriends or ex-girlfriends, a number reported their ex-President Barack Obama and their ex-Attorney General Eric Holder for their involvement in the disastrous gun-tracking effort known as Operation Fast and Furious.
“I do. Ex president, actually. His name was Barack Obama. Ran a bunch of illegal guns to the Mexican cartels,” radio host Jesse Kelly tweeted. “That what you’re looking for? Or you just worried about hunting down some poor guy with a sawed off?”
“Yeah……… I like to report Barack Obama for the fast and furious operation!!!” Luke Rudkowski agreed, adding for good measure, “Also #AbolishTheATF.”
Tennessee Congressional candidate Robby Starbuck added President Joe Biden to the mix, tweeting, “Hi @ATFHQ — I’d like to report Barack Obama and Joe Biden who oversaw guns being run to Mexican Cartels who then used the guns to kill people. I’m sure you’ll knock their door down, right?”
Several reported President Biden’s son Hunter over his own alleged violations of federal firearms laws.
“Dear The ATF, I would like to report my ex, Hunter Biden who was involved in an illegal gun activity. Happy Valentine’s Day Hunter. Signed, The Second Amendment,” attorney Matthew Kolken tweeted.
“How about we discuss you guys doing nothing about Hunter Biden lying on his 4473 about habitual drug use and criminal behavior?” John Cardillo added.
“Hunter Biden lied on a Form 4473 to purchase a gun he wasn’t legally allowed to possess. Is that still a crime, or is it okay if you’re the corrupt, crackhead son of the president?” The Federalist’s Sean Davis asked.
Still others simply reported the ATF itself.
“What if it’s your own government for a gun-running op called Fast and Furious? Weren’t you guys involved in that?” nationally-syndicated radio host Dana Loesch asked.
“I know this person that massacred 70 people in Waco and ran illegal guns to Mexican drug cartels that were used to kill a US border patrol agent,” Greg Price added. “Her name is the ATF.”
And the mocking continued:
“The feds are out here trying to weaponize vindictive exes (pardon my pun),” Noam Blum tweeted.
“Can we fire everyone in the federal government and start over?” David Marcus asked.
“This is basically an invitation to SWAT an ex you don’t like. So incredibly dangerous,” Young Americans for Liberty pointed out. “Abolish the ATF.”
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BIKERS INSIDE THE BELTWAY 2022 –Paving the Way for the Long Haul
Bikers Inside the Beltway – Since 2009 the MRF has brought over a thousand motorcyclists to Washington to meet with their members of Congress to promote a legislative agenda that continues to successfully become law on behalf of all street riding motorcyclists.
Outside the MRF’s legislative game plan, top MRF legislative agenda items went unaddressed and fell short of reaching our goals as the 2021 infrastructure legislation moved forward. The MRF is in the fight for the long haul and is paving the way beyond 2021.
The MRF’s legislative agenda – beyond the three items listed below — was recommended and approved by SMRO leaders at the 2021 Meeting of the Minds, is not all-inclusive. The following items are at the top of the MRF’s legislative agenda as we move toward Bikers Inside the Beltway:
Profiling: Sustain lobbying efforts for the passage of resolutions or legislation that promotes awareness and prohibition of motorcyclists profiling.
Renewable Fuels: Advocate for targeted changes to the Renewable Fuel Standard (RFS). Support the universal availability of approved fuel blends, containing no more than 10 percent ethanol by volume. Ensure that consumers are educated on proper fuel usage.
Autonomous Vehicles: Advocate and monitor any legislation or regulations related to motorcycles concerning connected and autonomous vehicles (AV) including endorsing rulemaking to set new standards specific to seeing, detecting, and properly reacting to motorcycles. Ensure motorcycles are part of all testing and development procedure.
The pandemic, and the events of January 6, 2021, did not deter the MRF. More than one hundred motorcyclists attended the first in-person meeting in 2021 with members of Congress last May. The above items are the missing pieces of the 2021 infrastructure legislation, and they are driving the MRF’s need to return to Washington when Bikers Inside the Beltway meets on May 17.
Ongoing security restrictions necessitate visitors to Congress establish appointments before arriving in D.C. The MRF will provide members with contact information to begin the process of setting your meetings with your congressional representatives.
Flexibility with appointments and expectations are essential. Some congressional offices will welcome in-person meetings within the Capitol Complex. Other offices may seek meetings outside the official government buildings. Still others may only conduct meetings over the phone or via Zoom.
Bikers inside the Beltway will be dual-faceted to accommodate in-person visits to Congress plus visits to local offices.
To ensure that the mission of getting our message to Congress does not fail, please consider the following:
Make your appointments locally or in Washington.
Familiarize yourself with the briefing points.
Confirm your appointment locally or in Washington.
Virtual or in person, make notes on your meeting.
Share your meeting notes with the MRF.
A meeting of the MRF Board of Directors will take place on May 16 at the Embassy Suites, 1900 Diagonal Road, Alexandria, Virginia. Rooms are available through the hotel direct line 703-684-5900 and use reference code MRF.
You do not want to miss the pre-event briefing and Q&A for visits to Congress, scheduled for 7:00 p.m., Monday, May 16. Briefing packets and “leave behinds” will be available during the briefing.
Making appointments with your members of Congress, attending the MRF board meeting, briefing session, and you are encouraged to make appointments with your members of Congress, and attending Bikers inside the Beltway are essential elements of grassroots activism at its best. Thank you for your commitment.
Bikers Inside the Beltway 2022 – The Motorcycle Riders Foundation — paving the way for the long haul.
Yours in Freedom,
–Fredric Harrell
QUAIL WHY WE RIDE COMING–There are only a limited amount of tickets available for the 6th Invitation Why We Ride to the Quail
You’ll enjoy three days of breathtaking country, picturesque locations, making life long friends while savoring great food and supporting a life saving cause that helps kids and their families through the challenges and hardships of battling pediatric brain cancer. This experience is for you!
The money raised by those who attend our annual Why We Ride to the Quail charity ride goes directly to the medical researchers searching for a cure and the kids and their families dealing with this unimaginable disease.
Some of the ways we’re making a direct impact are:
Sponsor a child’s participation in a lifesaving clinical trial for new therapies.
Help fund an Early Career Development grant to develop the best research talent in the field.
Send families to a weekend camp where they will meet and learn from other families who have children suffering from brain cancer.
Helping pay utility bills so families have one less worry during treatment and can focus fully on their child’s needs.
Providing gas cards for a child’s trip to treatment.
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GOVERNMENT RELATIONS REVEALED–In a collaborative effort to raise awareness of key issues and opportunities facing the motorcycle industry, riders and motorcycle safety, the American Motorcyclist Association (AMA), Motorcycle Industry Council (MIC) and the Motorcycle Safety Foundation (MSF) joined forces to share industry priorities with United States Department of Transportation Secretary Buttigieg.
“With the passage of the bipartisan Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act, DOT has been equipped with resources to address decades of infrastructure needs as well as formulate a transportation system for the 21st century,” said MIC president and CEO Erik Pritchard. “Today’s meeting was a great start to ensuring that the motorcycle community has a seat at the table. The Department has the tools to improve road infrastructure and design, improve awareness and safety, and ensure evolving automated technologies recognize and react to motorcycles.”
Following the recent passage of the bipartisan Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA), the MIC, AMA and MSF voiced strong support for the investment in education, awareness, highway infrastructure, and the reauthorization of the Motorcyclist Advisory Council (MAC) to further inform the DOT, National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), and the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) about ways to improve infrastructure to make roads safer for motorcyclists. They emphasized that actions required under the IIJA must include motorcyclists.
“We are very thankful for Secretary Buttigieg placing a priority on increased safety for the motorcycling community,” said Scott Schloegel, senior vice president of government relations, Motorcycle Safety Foundation. “We look forward to working closely with him and his teams at NHTSA and FHWA as they work to reduce traffic deaths through education and awareness as well as improved infrastructure and technologies.”
The meeting also included a discussion around the need to ensure that both recognition and reaction to motorcycles are fully integrated into the developing crash avoidance and autonomous vehicle technologies in order to ensure safety for motorcyclists and drivers.
Industry leaders on the call noted that Secretary Buttigieg was very engaged in the discussion. He expressed a keen awareness and interest in ensuring that motorcyclists and the motorcycle safety community are part of safe roadway development, additionally, he conveyed a clear understanding of the limitations and challenges autonomous vehicles present. The industry leaders expressed great appreciation for the Secretary’s desire to include the motorcycle community in the implementation of infrastructure improvements and rollout of provisions in the highway reauthorization bill.
“Secretary Buttigieg was very receptive to our concerns regarding autonomous vehicles and the potential dangers they pose to motorcyclists,” said Rob Dingman, president and CEO of the American Motorcyclist Association. “The Secretary was familiar with the work of the Motorcyclist Advisory Council, chaired by AMA Director of Government Relations Mike Sayre, and conveyed his intention to reconstitute the MAC as soon as possible. We are eager to build on the work of the MAC and work with the motorcycling community to implement the MAC’s recommendations to make our roads safer for motorcyclists.”
–Dealernews
Oops, they forgot to mention the efforts curb use of fossil fuel vehicles, sound, like the Paris ban of all motorcycles or climate doom which could destroy motorcycling as we know it.
–Bandit
5-BALL RACING ACTION—It’s all happening fast, with a new shipment of leathers in Los Angeles. My Grandson is rocking on Instagram.
YOUTH CENTER— Lost Angels Children’s Project
The Lost Angels Children’s Project (LACP) is a Southern California based non-profit organization with a mission to provide low-income, foster and at-risk youth with a safe, educational after-school program that promotes critical thinking and team building through vocational skills training in Classic Car Restoration
www.lostangelscp.org
The Lost Angels Children’s Project is an organization that is very near and dear to me. PLEASE donate if you can.
Thanks in advance.
–El Waggs
Hardcore Indian FTR AMA by Workhorse Speed Shop–First reveal of two special Indian FTR builds by Brice Hennebert
Creator of Appaloosa, the Indian Scout based Sprint Racer, brings hardcore 1980s edge to the Indian FTR
Indian Motorcycle and Workhorse Speed Shop today revealed the FTR AMA, the first of two long-anticipated Indian FTR builds by Brice Hennebert. Well known for his unique creations and with two iterations of Appaloosa, the Indian Scout based sprint racer, already under his belt, Brice was commissioned to create two very special FTRs for two brothers, Black Swan and the FTR AMA.
While Black Swan is yet to be revealed, it was the commissioner of Black Swan who asked Brice to design a second build for his brother. The result is the FTR AMA, a bright and imposing motorcycle with a hardcore, 1980s edge.
“The brief was pretty open, something colourful and as sharp as a war tank. The only restriction was that the paint be inspired by the Martini Racing livery. After some research and brainstorming with myself, I based the look around AMA SBK racers from the 80s and the Rally cars from the same era. The main influences were the Lancia Delta HF mixed with Bol d’Or 750s and some muscle bike DNA,” said Brice.
Starting work in early February 2021, Brice’s first decision was to retain an upright riding position, something close to the original FTR and using the original handlebars. From there, a lot of changes were about to happen.
“While Black Swan was a clay shaped build, I decided to go in another direction in terms of design process with this bike. I used direct CAD design based on a 3D scan of the FTR chassis. Then, all the body parts were 3D printed and reinforced with carbon fibre.”
The 3D printed front plate houses a PiAA race light and supports the Setrab oil cooler beneath. Nestled behind the front plate sits the OEM dash from the new Indian Chief, a design more in keeping with the retro racing mood, but with all the options of a modern machine, such as phone connection and charging.
The printed module that incorporates the seat pan and taillight is also the battery holder, the battery having been moved into the rear as nod to endurances bikes. With the saddle upholstered in a smooth brushed leather by long-time collaborator, Jeroen from Silver Machine, the tail section is complemented by an old school taillight adapted to take LEDs
To accommodate the DNA performance air filters, the intake was redesigned and 3D printed, while two aluminium fuel cells were fabricated to fit the new bodywork, one under the tank cover and the other hung under the seat unit. Connected by AN10 connectors, the capacity matches the 14 litres of the original bike.
The chassis plates were redesigned for a more race-like look and machined from Brice’s CAD designs by Vinco Racing in Holland. Vinco Racing undertook all the machining on the project including the swingarm components, braking brackets, yokes, fuel cell components, the front brackets for oil cooler and more.
“Vinco Racing spent a lot of time on the machining which saved me a lot of time to focus on other areas.”
The fork yokes are replicas of Bol d’Or 750cc yokes adapted to the 43mm Öhlins forks. And at the rear the tail section was modified to use twin piggyback Öhlins shocks mated to a bespoke swingarm built from 7020 aluminium Tubes. The swingarm design was inspired by the same era and is 40mm longer compared to the original with a 3D printed chain slider protecting the tubing.
“The wheel set is a total eye catcher. I collaborated with Fabio from JoNich Wheels in Italy, the design is based on his Rush wheels, machined from billet aluminium, but without the carbon flanges. The design makes me think about the turbo fans wheels used on the racing Lancia. So that was a perfect choice for me. They are completed by a Dunlop GP tyre set with this mad 200 rear tyre.”
Clearance for the braking system was a concern with these wheels, so Brice called on another long-time collaborator, Etienne at Beringer Brakes.
“I called Etienne to get their 4D braking system the same system I used on Appaloosa. Etienne is always motivated for technical challenges. So, we played with different colours on the components to work with the AMA mood. And then, because I removed the ABS module, I had to find another way to get the speed signal on the bike and the solution was a Motogadget Moto Scope Mini.”
To create the swoop of the exhaust, it was fabricated from stainless steel pie cuts and beautifully welded together, capped off by a couple of modified slip-on S&S Cycle Grand National mufflers.
“The amazing paint job designed by Axecent in Japan has been applied by my friend Fabian who’s near to my workshop. This build is aggressive, massive and a real pleasure to ride. I had a lot of fun testing this ride.”
Follow Brice on Instagram at @workhorse_speedshop and Facebook at @workhorsespeedshop.
For more information on Indian Motorcycle visit IndianMotorcycle.eu and follow along on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.
–Ian Austin
EMEA Press Indian Motorcycle
press@indianmotorcycle.media
LEGISLATOR OF THE YEAR–Congratulations to Kansas’s Leo Delperdang,
Kansas Representative Leo Delperdang was introduced as the annual winner of the Stephen B. McDonald Legislator of the Year award at the 2021 SEMA Show. Representing the 94th District, Representative Delperdang was recognized for his efforts in the Kansas legislature to promote policies and legislation that support the automotive hobby.
Representative Delperdang is proudly counted among the over 700 pro-hobby lawmakers comprising the SEMA-supported State Automotive Enthusiast Leadership Caucus and has routinely demonstrated his commitment to the industry. The award is bestowed to the state lawmaker who has gone above and beyond to support the industry in their home state and was named for SEMA’s late Vice President of Government Affairs Stephen B. McDonald, who was the driving force behind the founding and growth of the Caucus.
–SEMA
NEW FROM ALEX EPSTEIN’S NEW BOOK–Nature doesn’t give us a clean environment
Human environmental impacts can be positive, not just negative. In fact, they can be vitally positive.
Not all impacts are negative
Notice this is not discussed when we talk about environmental impact. There’s this assumption that all impacts are negative. Even when we think that an industry or an energy source is overall good for human beings, we think it’s definitely making our environment worse. This is certainly true for fossil fuels.
I want to question that from this perspective. Was our environment better 300 years ago before we started using fossil fuels to generate energy or is it better today? Now, if you had a time machine that could bring people from that period to today to any city in the US, even next to a coal mine, it doesn’t matter.
Ask them, “Who has a better environment, you from 300 years ago or us today?” What do you think they’d say?
Our environment is cleaner than ever before
They would think it was an insane question because today’s environment would be so much better. They would look at our water and they would compare it to theirs and say, “Your water is so clean. Our water is filthy. It’s hard to get clean water. We don’t know what kind of dangerous substance it’s going to be contaminated with and it just makes us sick all the time. We have to go to huge lengths to get any kind of water and you can just have clean water on demand.”
Then they’d look at the air. “Your air is so clean. People in my time are constantly burning wood and dung and they’re burning it indoors.” Compare that to even living next door to the dirtiest power plant in the US, which is very clean by historical standards. We only call it dirty today because, in a sense, we’re spoiled by how good the technology has gotten. Our environment is way better.
The takeaway from this thought experiment is this:
Nature doesn’t give us the environment we need to flourish.
It doesn’t give us clean air. It doesn’t give us clean water. It does not give us good sanitation. We have to impact nature if we want to have a clean environment.
–Alex Eptsein
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CHIC on 66 Welcomes Harley-Davidson as Title Sponsor—
February 17, 2022—The Riveter Chapter of the AMCA warmly welcomes the Harley-Davidson Motor Company as the title sponsor for the Chix on 66 event to be held June 10-26, 2022. The event will be known as Chix on 66, presented by Harley-Davidson.
Chix on 66 is an event centered around a 14-day cross-country ride that follows Route 66 from Chicago, Illinois, to Santa Monica, California. As a result of Harley-Davidson’s title sponsorship, Chix on 66 participants will be afforded some fabulous perks, such as the ability to bring on Athena “Vagabond Chickie” Ransom and Vivian “Gypsy” Charros as the all-women motorcycle tech crew. Athena and Gypsy will be joining us for the entire length of the trip, and providing support for the ride along the route.
Another exciting perk: the event will now start a day early, on Friday, June 10, when Harley-Davidson hosts Chix on 66 at the Harley-Davidson Museum. The day’s schedule will include rider registration, motorcycle tech check, meet and greet, dinner, riders meeting, and optional Museum tours. On Saturday, June 11, riders will depart for Chicago, setting forth on Route 66 on Sunday morning.
Riveter Chapter President Karan Andrea says, “Harley-Davidson is the iconic motorcycle manufacturer. There is nothing more American than a Harley, and there is no road that is more American than Route 66. When Harley-Davidson agreed to be our title sponsor, we were thrilled—not just because of what the sponsorship brings to us financially, but what it does to deepen the journey.
“Harley-Davidson has supported women throughout the company’s history—from women-owned dealerships, to advertising and events directed at women riders, as well as women riders featured in their Enthusiast magazine. This sponsorship is but one facet of the depth of the company’s support for women riders.”
Andrea adds, “Chix on 66 will be a rolling history of Harley-Davidson and the evolution of the American Big Twin. Those who travel Route 66 while we are passing through will feel as if time has compressed when they see historic landscapes populated by motorcycles from bygone eras. But the best part? The power and strength of those classic V-twins piloted by thoroughly modern women.”
If you’d like to be part of Chix on 66, applications may be submitted at www.chixon66.com/apply. Registration is limited, so don’t delay!
www.harley-davidson.com @harley-davidson @harleydavidson
www.chixon66.com @chixon66 @chixon66
– Ralph Waldo Emerson
As I write these words I Pause and think about what is behind this Life. I look out to nature and observe at the magnificence of It All. I marvel over a tree I see, who draws it Life from its roots which are entirely invisible. I believe that I draw My Source from the Invisible Spirit that lies within. I Know that the Creative Spirit that is the Source of All flows through me. I Trust in the Power that was in the seed that the tree came from, is the same Power in me, ever present and manifesting at the level of my Consciousness.
The Spirit in me lights my path brightly and dissipates all darkness. I see clearly in this moment. I now move to that place that I believe that every person is born to be creative and live Life to the fullest and to be happy and joyful, to recognize the infinite possibility that they are.
Today I feel the Love of Spirit Within, Guiding, Protecting and Supplying me with The Gift of the Good Life and I say Thanks!
And So It Is
Namaste’
The only thing worse than being blind is having sight but no vision.
–Helen Keller
–Yale Gelfant
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HAL ROBINSON’S ART FOR SPIDER—Hal Robinson was one of the finest line artists in the world and was discovered by Lou Kimzey, who introduced him to Easyriders magazine. That was a shot in the arm for a struggling artist.
I worked with Hal for years and still have some of his original art. This is a piece he did to celebrate his relationship with Spider and the Easyriders crew. His ex, Ann Robinson is working hard to keep the Hal Robinson legacy alive and she printed a handful of these T-shirts with this special art in only XL size.
If you buy anything Hal Robinson we have available, we will toss in one of these XL T-shirts and a Hal bandana.
–Bandit
The 6888th Central Postal Directory Battalion
A Lasting Legacy: Determination, Dedication, and Distinction
During the first World War Ralph Lindsey, my great grandfather, kept a journal of his service on the front. He wrote about the front, his travels, his wounds, but the thing that came up most often – the mail. Fast-forward 100 years. Even in the digital age there is something uniquely personal about a written letter – it creates a connection that digital communications simply cannot match. Anyone who has served in the military knows – no mail equals low morale.
In early 1945 as the Battle of the Bulge concluded Army officials reported that a lack mail was hurting morale. Warehouses were filled with millions of pieces of mail destined for the seven million Americans serving in the European theatre. The task of getting that mail to its intended recipients fell on the 6888th Central Postal Directory Battalion.
Except for a few smaller units of nurses, the “Six Triple Eight” was the only all women, all black unit from the Women’s Army Corps to serve overseas during WW2. In response to the attack on Pearl Harbor our entire nation was mobilized to support the war efforts. While the war largely united Americans in a common purpose – the military remained segregated with the ability to serve being restricted based on race and gender. The women of the 6888th not only served – they had to fight for their right to serve. The unit’s commander, Major Charity Adams – became the first black women to hold a commission in the.Women’s Army Auxiliary Corps.
The Six Triple Eight confronted warehouses stacked to the ceiling with letters and packages. These buildings were unheated and dimly lit, the windows blacked out to prevent light showing during nighttime air raids. Rats sought out packages of spoiled cakes and cookies. As it was a cold winter, they wore long johns and extra layers of clothing under their coats while working in these warehouses. The unit members were organized into three separate shifts daily, so work continued around the clock, seven days a week. They tracked individual servicemembers by maintaining about seven million locator cards including serial numbers to distinguish different individuals with the same name.
They dealt with “undeliverable” mail which was sent to their location for redirection. They investigated insufficiently addressed mail for clues to determine the intended recipient, and they handled the sad duty of returning mail addressed to servicemembers who had died.
As the war concluded the legacy of the 6888th was already being formed. Three members of the 6888th are buried at Colleville-Sur-Mer Normandy American Cemetery (there are only four women buried there). Like so many of the greatest generation, the women of the 6888th returned from the war determined to make up for lost time – while some remained in the military, others used the GI Bill to further their education and create new opportunities for themselves.
They became teachers, nurses, and businesswomen. One of the most important aspects of their legacy was their contributions to civil rights. The accomplishments of the 6888th in Europe contributed to a study regarding the contributions of women to the war efforts which concluded: “[T]he national security program is the joint responsibility of all Americans irrespective of color or sex” and “the continued use of colored, along with white, female military personnel is required in such strength as is proportionately appropriate to the relative population distribution between colored and white races.”
This is not a story about the mail. This is a story about 855 black women, who found a way to serve when the nation needed them most. In 2019 a bi-partisan effort was started to award the Congressional Gold Medal to the 6888th. As of the writing of this article that bill has passed the Senate and is awaiting a vote in the U.S. House of representatives.
Joseph Reagan is the Director of Military and Veterans Outreach for Wreaths Across America. He has almost 20 years’ experience working with leaders within Government, non-profit, and Fortune 500 companies to develop sustainable strategies supporting National Security, and Veterans Health. He served 8 years on active duty as an officer in the U.S. Army including two tours to Afghanistan with the 10th Mountain Division. He is a graduate of Norwich University, the oldest private military college in the country.
About Wreaths Across America
Wreaths Across America is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization founded to continue and expand the annual wreath-laying ceremony at Arlington National Cemetery begun by Maine businessman Morrill Worcester in 1992. The organization’s mission – Remember, Honor, Teach – is carried out in part each year by coordinating wreath-laying ceremonies in December at Arlington, as well as thousands of veterans’ cemeteries and other locations in all 50 states and beyond.
For more information or to sponsor a wreath please visit www.wreathsacrossamerica.org.
–Sean Sullivan
Wreaths Across America – Public Relations Liaison
ssullivan@wreathsacrossamerica.org
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SAM BURNS BIKERNET BIKE FEATURE OF THE WEEK—From Rock N Roll Cycles.
Interesting detail work.
–Bandit
ANOTHER, New Bikernet Reader Comment!–Bandit’s First Bike Feature
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Great piece. Brought back memories and no doubt enlightened a lot of the younger guys. You’ve always been a powerhouse in the industry in many respects. Stay well!
Doc Robinson
Senior Tech Editor
Heavy Duty Magazine
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BIKERNET UNIVERSITY SOCIAL STUDIES CLASS—
In the first place should be upbringing, and then education.. Otherwise….. ?
?One day, a professor at the Faculty of Physics and Mathematics, with the intention of teaching students a lifelong lesson, wrote a large number 1 on the board and, looking at the students, explained: “This is your humanity.” The most necessary quality in life … ?
?Then, next to the number 1, he wrote 0, and said: And these are your achievements, which with humanity increased you 10 times ..
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?Another 0 is the experience with which a person became “100”… ?
?And so, added 0 for 0 – caution, love, success … ?
?Each added 0 to 10 times ennobles a person, said the professor … Suddenly.. he erased the number 1 standing at the beginning of the series of digits … On the board, there were worthless, meaningless zeros … ?
?Professor said: If you don’t have humanity, the rest is worthless.?
–from Sam Burns
ACTION REQUIRED: Virginia Introduces Bills to Reform Exhaust Noise Laws
Overview: Virginia has introduced several proposals (HB 632, HB 79) in the 2022 legislative session to reform enforcement of its exhaust noise laws. However, the underlying laws are fundamentally flawed. Currently, Virginia prohibits mufflers that use an “excessive or unusual level of noise” and mandates that mufflers must be identical to their factory setting. The current law is unenforceable as it is vague, subjective, and unfair.
Virginia needs to implement a fair testing procedure and decibel limit for vehicle owners accused of unreasonable exhaust noise violations. Other states have adopted a decibel limit of 95 decibels when tested under and SAE International procedure, which provides a fair and reasonable working system. This SAN-supported SAE test is conducted in a controlled environment using objective methodology. This solution offers Virginia a clear standard with a proven record of success.
–SEMA
MIKE PULLIN DOWN—A Bikernet Contributor passed at the young age of 65. He was a lifelong biker, worked at several H-D dealerships on the east coast and supported kids with asthma through charity rides.
He will be missed forever!
–Bandit
THIS JUST IN, A New Bikernet Reader Comment!–OPEN MIND BIKERNET WEEKLY NEWS for February 10th, 2022
https://www.bikernet.com/pages/OPEN_MIND_BIKERNET_WEEKLY_NEWS_for_February_10th_2022.aspx
Bandit , glad you are adapting to the ” chilly ” Dakotas
Still a better bet than California!
Agree with you on the Lot rental …..
Write a book , we love em and far more satisfying.
–Capt Ed Hardison
Corolla, NC
NEWS FROM THE MASTER OF LIGHT–Artist David Uhl
Last year, David Uhl completed “Live Free or Die”, his tribute to Laconia Motorcycle Week. At a customer’s request, a few months ago David altered the image slightly, incorporating the Canadian flag.
Given recent events, the timing seems appropriate to offer a VERY limited canvas print edition of this version for our friends north of the border. These will be offered in a 24-hour flash sale. At the end of the day tomorrow, we will close the edition.
Each piece will be hand-signed by David and numbered, with the appropriate Certificate of Authenticity.
** Image size 24 x 24, $950 framed.
** Image size 30 x 30, $1,895 framed.
Shipping is additional.
Please let me know ASAP if you want one of these. They are only offered through the end of the day tomorrow (Wed, Feb 16).
Thanks for your time!
Best regards,
–Greg Rhodes
International Sales Director
David Uhl Fine Art
303-913-4840
NEWS FROM MAMA TRIED–Here’s a heart-warming repost from our pal Bear Haughton at www.oldbikebarn.com about his right-hand man, Zane Cook, and how Zane came to be a Born Free Builder. This bike will be on display at the next Mama Tried show March 4-6th 2022.
From the desk of Bear Haughton:
I’m always stoked when friends that run shows seek leads on builders from me. Especially when it’s one of the best shows in the country. I’m just a regular guy that loves every kind of motorcycle and runs parts slinging business, but one of the biggest joys of my career is when I get the opportunity to shine a light on deserving souls.
Having been an independent and an underdog for most of my career, I have a soft spot for the under-appreciated. So, I was delighted when Mike and Grant asked me my thoughts for Born Free builder selection in 2019. Mike was interested in getting some more names out of the Midwest and I used the opportunity to make my pitch for small displacement Japanese builds.
“Not everyone can afford a knuckle or a Panhead, I said. Japanese bikes are a part of chopper past, as some of my heroes like Mondo of Denvers choppers chopped bikes like the CB750 when they were new in the ’70s, right off the showroom floor or when only a few years old.
Don’t miss Mama Tried!
LET’S HIT THE MOVIES– Did you see the new James Bond movie? It’s on streaming platforms now. Titled “No Time To Die” it’s the 25th Bond movie.
Triumph paid to feature its new motorcycle model prominently in the movie – great action on motorcycles. Triumph Tiger 900 and Scrambler 1200 are seen in well-executed stunts
It’s worth it for Triumph because it’s the 25th Bond movie from the EON Productions / Broccoli family series – and clearly this is Daniel Craig’s last Bond movie – at his age he can’t do another – especially with the delay in this latest movie – the directors changed, then Covid, then limited capacity cinema hall for audiences, etc.
So even though he had said that he won’t do another Bond movie and then changed his mind to get into playing it again in this latest movie – even fans would agree they don’t want a WWE pro-wrestler type of muscular Grandpa as James Bond whenever another one is planned.
The poor reactions to Spielberg’s Indiana Jones movie (2008) with a much older Harrison Ford in action again – a movie made a generation after the original success – stalled the franchise revival.
Comparatively, reboot of a franchise such as the Captain Kirk, et al played by new actors in the Star Trek (2009) conceptualized by J J Abrams became a money-spinner.
–Wayfarer
International Film Critic
Bikernet.com™
Well, I guess that means Keanu Reeves can’t make Sam “Chopper” Orwell into a movie and feature the magnificent ARCH motorcycles?
–Bandit
IMS SHOW SCHEDULE–Progressive IMS Outdoors announced the dates and locations of its 2022 tour. Produced with Progressive Insurance as the title sponsor for the 13th consecutive year, the eight-city series will revisit three markets that hosted the indoor version of the International Motorcycle Shows (Colorado, Arizona and New York) and return to five markets that IMS Outdoors visited last year (Chicago, Pennsylvania, Atlanta and Northern and Southern California).
Vespa Club of America (VCOA) has announced that Amerivespa 2022 will be held in the Twin Cities of Minneapolis/Saint Paul, June 22-26. Jointly hosted by the Twin Cities Scooter Collective and supported by multiple sponsors, Amerivespa 2022 is scheduled to feature five days of scooter related fun for registered enthusiasts as well as the general public.
HANG ON—Every week is a rush of action between snow storms.
About 10 days and they will pour the slab in the shop. Propane tank and gas stove coming next week.
Paul Aiken stumbled across Born to Ride on Netflix. I played a role in it as a grubby biker journalist.
There’s a car show in Rapid this weekend. This year they allowed us wild outlaw chopper builders inside, so we’re going to check it out. Hang on.
We may be the bad apples of our society, but we respect freedom, fight for what’s right and never give up.
Ride fast and free forever,
–Bandit