Hey,

Michael Smith posted this on facebook yesterday:

When I served in the Army, my life was in the hands of black, brown, red, yellow and white toned people. We were friends, we were combatants, we were Soldiers, and we had each others’ 6 when the hammer slammed the anvil. We trained, we sweated, and we bled together. We came together from all parts of the country; we came together from all religions. We were a society unto ourselves.

We worked as a team, a well oiled machine. We fought for our brothers through thick and thin. We protected each other, that was what we did. The only color we saw was Army Green…..


RACISM IS NEVER OK and should never be tolerated. Looting is Never OK and should never be tolerated!

I’m hoping law enforcement will find out who is causing the looting and violence and bring them all to justice. I have a feeling, but let’s see what they discover. In the meantime, stay safe and healthy. Let’s hit the news.


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2020 AMA Vintage Motorcycle Days Postponed, New Date To Be Determined
Annual celebration of America’s motorcycling heritage benefits the AMA Motorcycle Hall of Fame Museum

PICKERINGTON, Ohio — The American Motorcyclist Association and Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course (Mid-Ohio), working closely with state and local health authorities, are postponing AMA Vintage Motorcycle Days, scheduled for July 10-12 at Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course in Lexington, Ohio, in accordance with the state’s “Responsible RestartOhio” guidelines for holding public events amid the coronavirus pandemic. New dates for the event later in 2020 have not been finalized.

“Unfortunately, event restrictions in place under order of the Ohio Department of Health prohibit many traditional elements of AMA Vintage Motorcycle Days that our competitors and fans have come to enjoy,” said AMA Chief Operating Officer James Holter. “The social interaction and camaraderie are an integral component that we love about this event. The multi-day swap meet, the camping, in-field activities, the crowds, not to mention the organic fun of the event, are impossible in light of the current situation.”

Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course President Craig Rust added: “We are disappointed, but this is the right decision. Mid-Ohio will continue to work closely with the AMA, as well as our state and local health officials, to monitor the ongoing coronavirus situation and identify when AMA Vintage Motorcycle Days can be rescheduled for 2020. We ask for everyone’s patience, and we will announce a new date as soon as possible.”



Previously purchased tickets will be honored on the new date.

Established in 1990 and held at Mid-Ohio for the past 24 years, AMA Vintage Motorcycle Days is hailed as an annual celebration of America’s motorcycling heritage, welcoming thousands of enthusiasts and hundreds of vendors for bike shows, racing, seminars, the country’s largest motorcycle swap meet and more.

Proceeds from AMA Vintage Motorcycle Days support the AMA Motorcycle Hall of Fame. For the latest news about the event, visit www.vintagemotorcycledays.com or www.facebook.com/AMAVintageMotorcycleDays.

The AMA Motorcycle Hall of Fame, located on the AMA campus in Pickerington, Ohio, tells the stories and preserves the history of motorcycling’s legends and heroes. For more information, call (614) 856-2222, or visit the Hall of Fame website at www.americanmotorcyclist.com/hall-of-fame/.






2020 POWERSPORTS SALES are Up —

Year-to-date powersports sales are better than they were in the past three years.

In last week’s opening webinar for the MIC Symposium Series, MIC President and CEO Erik Pritchard showcased a chart with combined new-unit retail sales for powersports vehicles among most of the leading brands, plotting the first four months of each year from 2016 to 2020.

“In the first four months of 2020, it’s the second-best performance only to 2016, in the midst of a pandemic, in the midst of really high unemployment,” Pritchard said. “And so, if you feel like your company’s been having a good, sort of surprising first four months, you’re not alone. If your dealership has had a surprisingly good four months, you’re not alone.”

–MIC





VA EXPANDS SERVICES in Phases–VA medical facilities are expanding services to Veterans in phases, while continuing safety measures such as screenings, face coverings, and distancing. In VA’s Moving Forward Together plan, full services may not be immediately available, but Veterans’ clinical needs will be taken into account. Virtual care options are also available for your convenience.

–VA





NEW DUFFEL ON THE MARKET–
My name is Jack and I’m with Watershed Drybags (https://www.drybags.com/). I’m reaching out to introduce you to one of our duffels that will take your preparedness to the next level and is one of the trustiest options out there for any tour or travel.


Our Yukon Duffel (https://www.drybags.com/product/yukon/) is a 100% submersible waterproof drybag used and trusted by the Navy SEALS. It’s specs and materials feature Radio-Frequency welded seams (instead of traditionally stitched or glued seams), completely ensuring that no leaks or punctures are possible whatsoever.




Another major feature is the Zip-Dry closure system, which makes our gear an absolute hit with the SEALS. Ditch those finicky zippers that are prone to splitting and breaking, costing an unnecessary trip to the repair shop. Watershed Zip-Dry closure locks shut like a freezer bag with airtight and watertight strength that can withstand up to 300 feet of underwater pressure! This is the bag you want to keep all your belongings safe and dry, and it’s spacious enough to fit all your touring essentials.




–Jack Carballo







U.S. House of Representatives Introduces Highway Reauthorization Legislation–

Washington, D.C. — Today the House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee released its Highway Reauthorization bill titled, “Investing in a New Vision for the Environment and Surface Transportation in America (INVEST in America) Act.’’

The 864-page bill outlines the priorities of the Democratic majority in the House, focusing on everything from carbon emissions to road safety programs. The draft bill would authorize $319 billion for highways, $105 billion for transit, $5 billion for highway safety, $5 billion for motor carrier safety, and $60 billion for rail.

We at the Motorcycle Riders Foundation are currently reviewing the text and changes to the current statute that would follow if this bill becomes law. The MRF is committed to protecting the rights of motorcyclists in any federal transportation legislation.

The Motorcycle Riders Foundation (MRF) focuses on a few key areas such as the protection of motorcyclists from law enforcement profiling, ensuring that motorcycle safety funds sent to states remain available, the continuation of a Federal Motorcyclist Advisory Council, protection of motorcycles during the deployment of autonomous vehicles, and a continued ban on lobbying by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. You can read our entire 2020 Legislative & Regulatory Priorities here.

A preliminary review of this bill indicates that some of these areas are addressed in the House bill. Where our priorities are not addressed, we will seek inclusion during the mark up of the bill through the amendment process. We will also continue to advocate that our priorities are included in any Senate transportation bill.

Kirk “Hardtail” Willard, President of the MRF, stated: “While I am pleased that Congress is beginning the process of a Highway Reauthorization bill, I am troubled by the fact this bill was written solely by one party. We, as motorcyclists, do not believe that the safety of riders is a partisan issue. We will continue to educate lawmakers about our priorities and will remain vigilant in defense of our freedoms and safety.”


For more information about the INVEST in America Act, you can click here.



Interesting: Any infrastructure bill should be wrapped around the goal to provide new, improved and additional infrastructure for a growing population. This effort is already 30 years behind schedule.–Bandit






QUICK, OPEN THE BANDIT’S CANTINA BAD JOKE LIBRARY—No Mask, No Service…

MERGERS FOR 2020



For all of you with any money left, be aware of the next expected mergers so that you can get in on the ground floor and make some BIG bucks. Watch for these consolidations in 2020:

1. Hale Business Systems, Mary Kay Cosmetics, Fuller Brush Company and W. R. Grace Co. will merge and become: Hale, Mary, Fuller, Grace.



2. Polygram Records, Warner Bros. and Zesta Crackers join forces and become: Poly, Warner Cracker.



3. 3M will merge with Goodyear and become: MMMGood.



4. Zippo Manufacturing, Audi Motors, Dofasco and Dakota Mining will merge and become: ZipAudiDoDa.




5. FedEx is expected to join its competitor, UPS, and become: FedUP.



6. Fairchild Electronics and Honeywell Computers will become: Fairwell Honeychild.



7. Grey Poupon and Docker Pants are expected to become: PouponPants.



8. Knotts Berry Farm and the National Organization of Women will become: Knott NOW!

–from Sam Burns
Certified Official Librarian
Bad Joke Library
Bandit’s Cantina™







BRAND NEW BIKERNET READER COMMENT–HOUSTON BIKE NIGHT SANS THE REDHEAD



https://www.bikernet.com/pages/HOUSTON_BIKE_NIGHT_SANS_THE_REDHEAD.aspx


Great article! Good to see events like these coming to life. Here in Charlotte, absolutely nothing goes on as far as bikes are concerned. Very sad, it used to be a motorcycle city. I may move, in about 18 months? Later!



–Stealth
Charlotte, NC





5-BALL RACING HISTORY–A little bit of history from the man himself for your News day.

Here’s an original acrylic painting of our first 5-Ball Racing logo. It’s sorta taken from the 13 Palms Chop N Grind racing team. They came up with something similar, but then stopped using it. I asked them it they would mind if I did a version of it for 5-Ball. They made me a deal for the fin of a ’59 Cadillac, a fifth of whiskey and a vial of southern crude. Chris Kallas and I went to work on our version of the 5-Ball Racing Logo. He’s a quiet master and now lives in Sedona. He still rides a restored ’65 Panhead, I believe.
–Bandit

–from Buster Cates
Social Media Manager
Bikernet.com™







Twin Power Introduces Drive Chain

Fort Worth TX – June 4, 2020 – Twin Power, known for its high-quality parts and accessories designed for the American V-Twin enthusiast, is proud to introduce drive chain to its product line.

“We’re excited to add drive chain to the Twin Power line. With today’s emphasis on performance, our 530 Severe-Duty Z- Ring chain fits the bill,” said James Simonelli, brand manager for Twin Power. “It is perfectly suited for hot rod usage with highly modified engines. For stock replacement on classic V-Twins, we offer our 530 Heavy-Duty Solid Roller chain. Both chains are offered in 120 link cut -to- fit lengths and cover a wide range of applications. making them easy for a dealer to stock. The price point offers great value.”

The 530 Severe-Duty Z-Ring chain provides the ultimate strength for performance applications, with a tensile strength of 11,200 lbs. High-strength alloy steel, seamless bushings and rollers and over-sized four-point riveted pins ensure higher strength and increased breaking resistance. High-quality seal rings protect the internal components and provide a lower rolling resistance than O or X- rings, while special factory injected grease offers protection against stretch. The attractive gold finish compliments any ride and a rivet style master link is included. Retail price is $179.95 (P/N 435236)

The 530 Heavy-Duty Solid Roller chain is the perfect replacement for classic V-Twins, with a tensile strength of 7700 lbs. High-strength alloy steel, seamless bushings and rollers and over-sized four-point riveted pins ensure long life and high strength. A natural finish and clip style master link provide and O.E.M. look and easy installation. Retail price is $39.95 (P/N 435235)

Twin Power products are distributed exclusively in the United States by Tucker Powersports. See your local Tucker V-Twin dealer for more info about Twin Power products.








AMCA NEWS– Remember when practicing safe sex was the new thing. Today, its practicing social distancing. Many chapters have started venturing out while adhering to their current restrictions.

This was the first gathering of the Comstock Chapter at The Hub Coffee Roasters in Reno, NV. County guidelines, in early May, required no more than ten people in small gathering.

These baby steps have now scene all 50 states ease restrictions including restaurants and now for the first time in two months we can have sit down meals that do not include a car at our favorite establishments.

As the summer is finally setting in on what seem to be a very long winter, we all anticipate returning back to an adjusted lifestyle but one that includes riding and hanging our with our friends.


Rod Serling Twilight Zone moment here. Imagine if you will, a place in the universe where the value of an old motorcycle is the reverse of its displacement. We all know the kind of cash Knuckle Heads and Chiefs can generate. I was shocked, shocked I say (clutching pearls) to see some of these eye watering prices associated with the small displacement bikes. Once relegated to the back 40 after a lifetime of serious
thrashing and abuse of high schoolers, they are getting serious attention and likewise, serious cash.

Case in point,

Exhibit #1 – A humble 1968 Honda CL90 has been refined and cared for by its current series of owners is at auction cresting $5,000.00 with another 6 hours to close. See – 1968 Honda CL90

Exhibit #2 This 1966 Suzuki B105P Bearcat 120. A modest bike with a lot to be modest about is a high bid of $2,500.00 with a like 6 hours to close. At – 1966 Suzuki B105P Bearcat 120

Exhibit #3 – 1971 Honda CT70H 4 speed. Desirable and pimped out you might offer and you are correct. How about separating with $4,570.00 with 5 hours to auction close? Visit – 1971 Honda CT70H

My premise is – we are in that parallel universe, Planet C if you will, where the little ones are getting popular again and are worth your attention. Many of you already have those bikes as you have fessed up already but most are not operational. This is the time to move the cardboard boxes and old woodworking equipment out of the way and drag that tiny two-wheeler out into the light of day. To date, we have counted 26 of the diminutive two wheelers in the club.

Unfortunately, only about a half dozen have transferred to main event – running status. And that number is an assumptive conclusion that includes “ran when parked” and “it usually can be started”. Veterans of the cold storage wars.

This is where Rod Sterling would encourage you to pour a pan full of EvapoRust, clutch that WD40 shooter and start twisting wrenches.

Queue the creepy music. Fade to black. Roll the credits. Bring up the house lights.

–George Canavan
2020 President Comstock Chapter AMCA




Special Note to those interested in participating on the Yellowstone Road Run: Greetings from Billings, Montana. As of right now we are optimistic that we will be proceeding with our Yellowstone Chapter “Ride the Big Sky” Road Run in July.



Our deadline to make the final decision is June 15. Montana is in Phase 2 of reopening the state, so there may still be social distancing restrictions that we have to address. Or all restrictions could be lifted by then. Registration for the run closed on June 1st.



We anticipate there could be a few openings as we get closer to the date. If you are still interested in registering we would be happy to add your name to a waiting list and register you as openings become available. Please contact Ed or Beth Heiliger at heiliger@bresnan.net or Beth at 406-698-3011.






NEW BARS FROM HARDTAILCHOPPERS.COM–Got some new bars I just started making . 1” Nite Crawlers . Chrome or powdercoat. With or without dimples .



Made to order 2-week turnaround . Pictured bars have 12-degree pullback. I also make them with a 20-degree pullback. Length of these are 28-inch total.

Customer can choose all dimensions. DOM tubing .120 wall thickness. Any questions, call 360-750-6780 or hit my website www.hardtailchoppers.com



List price $300 Each plus $25 shipping in USA

Hope you can find a corner of the news for my new bars.



Oh yeah, also offered in a 5-piece do it yourself kit. Cut tubes to your specs $145 shipped In USA for a kit .

— John Grant
www.hardtailchoppers.com








QUOTE OF THE WEEK– When I found out my toaster wasn’t water-proof I was shocked.

–Sam Burns




LIFESTYLE CYCLES DEAL OF THE WEEK– 2016 Harley-Davidson® FLSTN – Softail® Deluxe for $15,995.00

see it here: https://www.lifestylecycles.com/default.asp?page=xPreOwnedInventoryDetail&id=8530482

2016 Harley Davidson Softail Deluxe FLSTN

This bike has ONLY 14,779 miles!!!

There may not be another more classically styled motorcycle from The Motor Company than the 2016 Harley-Davidson Softail Deluxe. And it is truly an wonderful motorcycle to ride. One thing’s for sure about the FLSTN Softail Deluxe: It isn’t subtle.

Chromed and polished parts abound on this boulevard bomber, and when you factor in the wide whitewall tires and paint job, you roll up on nothing short of an eye-catching custom cruiser. This bike’s styling hits you like a jackhammer. Indeed, this bike will never go unnoticed when pulling into parking lots or gas stations. Eyes stared, curious minds inquired, and wannabe Harley riders cast coveting glances at the red FLSTN. The Softail Deluxe is that kind of bike.



ADDITIONAL EQUIPMENT:

Mysterious Red Sunglo/Velocity Red Sunglo with Medium Red and Pale Gold pinstripe looks like new! Chrome console with a black face. Chrome bars with 4″ curved riser, mirrors, polished levers, Nacelle, daymaker headlamp and passing lamps, blinkers, all with thick visors. Chrome fork shroud, polished lower legs, on laced chrome rims with chrome hub and whitewall tires.

Chrome 2:2 exhaust with fishtails and ABS anti lock braking system. Wide solo seat with pillion, passenger handles, floorboards, big H-D metal brake pedal, extended kickstand, and luggage rack. Stretched hard side bags. Black motor with chrome engine covers including black accent 103 air cover, cam with black accent ‘Twin Cam’ logo, trans cover with ‘six speed’, and ‘103’ derby cover.

Chrome chain guard, fender supports, horn cover, vivid black swing arm, black drive sprocket with polished rim, and a hi-reflective tombstone taillight. Whitewalls are almost new and crying for miles, very sweet Deluxe with a great price and low miles!!!

This bike has passed Lifestyle Cycles rigorous 100-point safety and mechanical inspection. Whether your 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!!!







MICHAEL LICHTER PHOTO OF THE WEEK—

Description: The Race of Gentlemen. Wildwood, NJ, USA. October 10, 2015.

Photography ©2015 Michael Lichter.








THE REDHEAD TEXAS WEATHER REPORT–First week back to work, since I’m still in the country there is only one option to work from home and they have no phone over IP routers in stock due to all the work from home folks!

So, I’m pretty much across the freeway from where I work 65 miles one way!


–RFR





BIKERNET UNIVERSITY ENGLISH DEPARTMENT VOCABULARY LESSON OF THE WEEK– escapism
[ ih-skey-piz-uhm ]
noun

the avoidance of reality by absorption of the mind in entertainment or in an imaginative situation, activity, etc.

WHAT IS THE ORIGIN OF ESCAPISM?
Escapism, originally an Americanism, is a compound of escape and the suffix –ism, first appearing in 1933.

HOW IS ESCAPISM USED?
Most of us, when we arrive at a particularly trying moment in life, begin to indulge in escapism.

CARRIE BATTAN, “THE ITALIAN SUPERMODEL WHO WAS ALREADY HIDING IN HER APARTMENT,” THE NEW YORKER, APRIL 30, 2020

Not that there’s anything wrong with escapism—until escapism is all you’ve got.

ALEX SHEARER, THIS IS THE LIFE, 2014

–Dictionary.com






THE HOTINGER COLLECTION-– I want to introduce you to Superior Wheel 7671 Whitney Dr Huntington Beach Ca 92647 Phone Number 714-803-9164. We Have the following Forged wheels available. We are looking for strong dealer only if you are interested please contact us for more information. Also if you as a retail customer contact us too so we can get a dealer location for you that are already handling our wheels.

1) The Reinforcer 21″x 3.5″ available in Gloss Black Machined Cut Finish, Raw for Chroming.
in stock at our LA warehouse
Fitment Touring models 2008 and up



2) The Wunderkind 21″ x 3.5″ available in Gloss Black, Machined cut Gloss Black, Raw for Chroming
Will be in stock sometime in the 3rd quarter in the LA warehouse.
Fitment 2020 Street Rod.

Very competitive pricing also!!!

Superior Wheels meet all DOT specs come with no hardware for mounting or bearings.

Thank You, Superior Wheel

Call me if you’re interested.

714-803-9164

–Kim





SADDLEMEN SEAT OF THE WEEK– 2018-2020 Scout Bobber Brown Renegade Solo LS Seat

Brand Fitment: Indian
Model Fitment: Scout Bobber
Year Fitment: 2018-2020

Selecting the proper Saddlemen seat should begin with the question, “How long in the saddle and riding style or preference?” Knowing the comfort a rider will need will aim them at the best type of seats for their intended use, and then they can further hone their choice by looking at seats that would that complement their motorcycle and styling preference.

Saddlemen seats are a result of Integrated Design Philosophy (IDP™), which focuses on putting as much comfort into the seat as possible. IDP™ then takes styling cues from each motorcycle and incorporates them into the contours and patterns of each new seat. The result is a seat that is as comfortable as possible but also looks and fits perfectly on the motorcycle. Saddlemen’s craftsmanship and quality assure you of an enjoyable ride – regardless of the distance.

By combining the attributes of our proprietary SaddleGel and advanced Progressive Density Foam, we create exceptional foundations that provide superior comfort and vehicle control. While thick seat foams are usually more comfortable, Saddlemen’s Gel-Core technology is used in every seat to produce excellent comfort regardless of its thickness. That’s why a slammed-down Saddlemen seat, such as the Profiler, rides so much more comfortably than other seats of a similar thickness. So if a thin Saddlemen seat is comfortable, imagine how plush a thick seat like a Road Sofa or an Explorer will be.

When creating a new seat, additional attention is always devoted to overcoming deficiencies that exist in the stock seat or other aftermarket seats. Our designers use advanced engineering plus practical riding experience to forge seats that ride comfortably, look great, and fit perfectly. For example, rigid plastic or resin-based seat pans with plated brackets provide superior fitment for easy, hassle-free installation. Riders will need to carefully study the attributes of each Saddlemen seat so they can learn how it can improve their riding experience. These seat types are:

Seats for Long Distance or “Touring”

These seats are aimed at users who will lay down 500+ miles open road in a day. Large, plush double bucket seats designed to keep rider and passenger in supreme comfort during long-distance riding.

Day Cruising Two-up Seats

These seats are great for cruising and day trips (200-mile tours). Still a significant improvement in the comfort of the original saddle, these seats aim for a balance between style and comfort, making for an enjoyable journey.

Low Profile Two-up Seats

Low slung trim, stylish seats that include seating for a passenger. The lean and minimalistic approach significantly complements the motorcycle’s lines. Not as well suited for long-distance use as an Explorer seat, but they are the most comfortable slammed-down seats you can get. Great for (urban) boulevard cruising.

Renegade Solo & Pillions

These Rider-only seats are also great for cruising and day trips as they provide a superb level of comfort while looking great as only a solo saddle can. Matching pillion seats are available.

Slammed Solo’s (S3) Seats

Low slung trim, stylish seats for lone riders. The lean and minimalistic style complements the motorcycle’s lines. Not as well suited for long-distance use as an Explorer seat, but they are the most comfortable slammed-down seats you can get. Great for casual riding (no backrest options – see Universal Detachable Pillions Pad for passenger seating).

Pro Series Seats

Saddlemen’s seat artisans occasionally partner with leading bike builders to create special edition seats. Not as well suited for long-distance use as an Explorer seat, but very comfortable for urban cruising with a unique appearance.

Café Seats

Specialty rider-only seats that feature the ubiquitous hump at the back of the seat. While aimed at style, the seat is very comfortable for urban cruising.







RIDE TO WORK? Yes, Please

This has been a year in which a lot of us have been working from home, which has had an impact on the annual tradition that is Ride to Work Day.

But the idea of showing that old motorcycles are a great way to get to and from the office, shop, factory or job site never goes out of style. So if you plan to ride your antique bike (1985 or older) to work on June 15, we’d love to know about it.

Please share a photo of you and your bike from that day with us for a story that will appear in an upcoming issue of the AMCA magazine. Include a short description with your name, your home town, plus the year and model of the motorcycle, along with information about where you work and how far you rode to get to your job on June 15. And if you’re one of those people still working from home, get creative—take a ride that morning that can end with you arriving in your own driveway!

Those photos can be sent to: AMCAeditor@gmail.com with the subject line “Ride to Work,” or to: AMCA Ride to Work, P.O. Box 3004, Westerville, OH 43086. The deadline is July 31.





SUMMER MOTORCYCLE BOOKS–
Summer is near and the motorcycle beckons…and when not riding, your audience will want to read these recent books! Review copies are available!



Ton Up! A Century of Cafe Racer Speed and Style TON UP! A CENTURY OF CAFÉ RACER SPEED AND STYLE, by Paul d’Orleans traces café racer history from the late nineteenth century to today, telling the story of the machines, the riders, the builders, the style, and the culture of the café racer world.

Ton Up! focuses on the story of the ton-up boys and their café racers. But it’s much more than just that. Illustrated with historic and modern photos and featuring a text by one of the world’s motorcycle historians, it’s really the story of motorcycle speed and style evolved from the early 1900s right through today. Today, ton-up culture is more popular than ever and recognized worldwide with a following of young and long-time riders alike. With Ton Up!, enjoy a scenic ride through the history of this vibrant scene. Preview the book here: http://bit.ly/33mjww5



The Complete Book of BMW Motorcycles THE COMPLETE BOOK OF BMW MOTORCYCLES: EVERY MODEL SINCE 1923 by Ian Fallon offers a thorough year-by-year guide to every production machine ever built by Germany’s leading motorcycle manufacturer.
From the first model, the 1923 R32 that launched BMW’s motorcycle dynasty, to the latest (and fastest) superbike, the S1000RR, this book captures nearly a century of motorcycling excellence in a combination of historic and contemporary photos. Technical specs are provided for each model. This comprehensive review covers all of BMW’s bike families from the side-valve machines from the early years to the latest the latest parallel twins, and inline-four-cylinder sport bikes. Preview the book here: https://bit.ly/2yFOncD



Honda CB650F & CBR650F ’14 to ’18 and CB650R & CBR650R ’19Honda CB650F & CBR650F ’14 to ’18 and CB650R & CBR650R ’19 by Haynes Manuals will help you do-it-yourself…from simple maintenance to basic repairs. Haynes writes every book based on a complete teardown of the vehicle, where we learn the best ways to do a job and that makes it quicker, easier and cheaper for you. Haynes books have clear instructions and hundreds of photographs that show each step. Whether you are a beginner or a pro, you can save big with a Haynes manual!

This manual features complete coverage for your Honda CB/CBR650, covering routine maintenance, tune-up procedures, engine repair, cooling and heating, fuel and exhaust, brakes, suspension, and much more. The specific models covered by this manual include:
Honda CB650F/FA 649cc, 2014-2018
Honda CB650R/RA 649cc, 2019
Honda CBR650F/FA 649cc, 2014-2018
Honda CBR650R/RA 649cc, 2019



Harley-Davidson VRSC Series Clymer ManualHarley-Davidson VRSC Series Clymer Manual: 2002-2017: Maintenance * Troubleshooting * Repair is loaded with step-by-step procedures along with detailed photography, exploded views, charts and diagrams to enhance the steps associated with a service or repair task. This Clymer manual is organized by subsystem, with procedures grouped together for specific topics, such as front suspension, brake system, engine and transmission It includes color wiring diagrams.

The specific H-D VRSC models covered by this manual are:
VRSCA V-ROD (2002-2006)
VRSCB V-ROD (2004-2005)
VRSCAW V-ROD (2007-2010)
VRSCSE Screamin’ Eagle (2005-2006)
VRSCR Street Rod (2006-2007)
VRSCD Night Rod (2006-2008)
VRSCDX Night Rod Special (2007-2017)
VRSCF V-Rod Muscle (2009-2017)
VRSCDX-ANIV. 10th Anniversary Edition (2012)




Steve Roth
Senior Marketing Manager
T 612-344-8156
E steve.roth@quarto.com www.quartoknows.com





QUICK, New Bikernet Reader Comment!–
Lotlita and the Girls at the Strip Club



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She could always carry a dagger in her garter, if granddad could teach her how to use it. Just a thought.


–Gearhead
Los Angeles

I studied close quarters combat with the master–Bandit









SOUTHERN BIKER MAGAZINE IS BACK–
Welcome back! We are happy to be back after missing the May issue, the first time we did not print an issue since beginning in 2009. So much has happened in our world since our last issue.

Our world continues to change daily and times are uncertain for us all. We continue to pray for our beloved country that good will prevail and the evil causing unrest will cease.

Happily, motorcycle events are ramping up and hopefully we will see you at some events this year. We are all looking forward to getting out to events soon!

Inside you will find lots of information / ads / articles about upcoming motorcycle rallies and events that you won’t want to miss. If you have an event you would like to see printed in our magazine, feel free to submit that to events@SouthernBiker.us and we will add it.

As always, we are happy to bring you the best motorcycle related news, event coverage, upcoming events, bike nights and articles covering local, regional and national topics. We look forward to bringing you the best of the motorcycle world to you each month. We have awesome advertisers in this issue.

Enjoy this issue and please share it with your friends and family!

–the Editors





The Great American Outdoors Act

Off-highway vehicle enthusiasts and the powersports industry should be pleased that the U.S. Senate plans to hold a vote on the Great American Outdoors Act in the near future.

“Swift passage of S.3422 will significantly address the $20 billion maintenance backlog facing our public lands caused by years of wear and tear, combined with underfunding, that has resulted in continuously deteriorating infrastructure,” said Scott Schloegel, MIC senior vice president of government relations.

“The Great American Outdoors Act will provide infrastructure for the recreational community, improving public lands for motorcycle, ATV, and side-by-side enthusiasts across the country. Perhaps now, more than ever, America needs these recreation assets to rebuild the outdoor recreation economy which accounts for 2.2 percent of our GDP.”

The Outdoor Recreation Roundtable reported that prior to the COVID-19 outbreak, the outdoor recreation industry contributed $778 billion in economic output, accounted for 2.2 percent of United States Gross Domestic Product, supported 5.2 million jobs and was growing faster than the economy as a whole in every
indicator.

–MIC





CUSTOM CYCLE ENGINEERING AND FRANK’S—Are the only extended fork tubes made in American. I spoke to Tim from CCE this morning. He confirmed that all their fork tubes are made in SoCal with America steel.

Check ‘em out and support the best.







NEWS FROM THE MASTER– As you probably know, David has been working on the first piece of a new Steampunk aviation-related series.

A very complex composition, “The Aviatrix” features a beautiful pilot readying her aircraft after pulling up on her custom Vincent motorcycle. At nearly 5 feet wide, it’s been a lot of acreage to cover!

As David stated, “huge thanks to the all those who helped me produce this giant work, especially my client’s wife who worked the hardest getting the right outfits and poses.”


We are now taking orders for the hand-signed, numbered canvas prints. Those reserving this first piece in the new series will be given first right of refusal on their matching edition numbers on future pieces in the series. Shipping is additional.

As a bonus, we are offering special pre-release pricing for orders confirmed within the next 48 hours.

** Image size 24×18, opening price $1,295 framed, pre-release price $895. Edition of 30 plus 5 Artist Proofs and 5 Hors d’ Commerce.

** Image size 32×24, opening price $1,895 framed, pre-release price $1,295. Edition of 30 plus 5 Artist Proofs and 5 Hors d’ Commerce.

** Image size 40×30, opening price $2,895 framed, pre-release price $2,000. Edition of 10 plus 3 Artist Proofs and 3 Hors d’ Commerce.

Please respond to this email or call me at 303-913-4840 to confirm your order.

–Greg Rhodes
International Sales Director

Uhl Studios
15801 W. Colfax Avenue
Golden, CO 80401
303-913-4840

Uhl Studios Website






NEW PRODUCT FROM WINDVEST– Harley Davidson FatBob 2018-Present

WindVest Motorcycle Products has the perfect wind protection for you while you’re cruising on your HD FatBob. The WindVest is high performing sport windscreen that is designed to give you a smooth air flow, while looking over the top of it. They are nice looking, durable, light weight, functional and detachable. Unique in its simplicity, this windscreen is made of high impact Acrylic (DOT approved material).



For the FatBob, they are available in 16” length, in clear, light smoke or gun smoke (dark smoke). The hardware is made of 1.500” Billet Aluminum and is available in Black Powder Coat or a Zinc Plate Chrome. The hardware attaches to the 1.5” diameter handlebars. This, along with all of our products, is Proudly Made in the USA!

Tami Dober
WindVest Motorcycle Products
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ANOTHER CRAZY DAY IN PARADISE—Nothing makes any sense, but there you have it. It’s all going to be so interesting as the country comes to grips with what’s going on in the streets. Do you want law and order or pandemonium?



While some folks risk their lives we boarded up out windows, counted bullets and were pleased to meet with the master of Patina paint as he delivered Dr. Hamster’s Pandemic sheet metal.



We also completed Zack’s sporty rebuild. It’s fast and the final performance touch was installing a new S&S Mini-classic blacked-out air cleaner. It’s coming together. The tech will be out next week.



I need to start working on new fender mounts for the Salt Torpedo. Oh, and I heard that the Sturgis Rally powers are meeting on the 15th to make the final decision on the rally.



I road tested the funky Panhead last weekend, and I’m almost finished re-editing my first book for reprint. It’s coming out again soon.

Hey,

The Sturgis controversy continues. The town of Sturgis had a townhall meeting this week and voted to postpone the rally. We are still waiting for the secret meeting of the officially certified and condoned rally council on Monday the 15th, which seems a tad late, but we are still biting our nails in anticipation.

In the meantime, fuck it, the Bikernet undercover outlaw team is preparing for our run to the Badlands. Rally or not we’ll be there. Hell, the Redhead just bought more whiskey. 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. Most recently Quick Throttle Magazine came on board.

JUNE STUFF FROM BILTWELL–Good Stuff for Good Times…
Ready to hit the road for some cycle therapy yet? We sure are. Here’s some of the parts and gear we dig for making motorcycle trips better.

A. EXFIL-80
The perfect bug-out sissy bar bag is back in stock!

B. Punisher Pegs
Our midsize platform peg is all grip, no slip
C. Lane Splitter Storm Grey
High-speed & low-key

D. T-Shirts
Tons of new designs

E. Borrego Gloves – Gold
Tough on the outside, comfy on the inside

F. Kung Fu Grips
Our best-selling design now in a more durable compound

Our Temecula, CA showroom is now open with precautions
M-F 9:00AM to 5:00PM.

www.biltwellinc.com

TWISTED ROAD NEWS–Rider Success Story: Q&A with L.A. Motorcyclist, Barry V.

The sky…and the roads…have no limits for Barry since he started renting with Twisted Road. Here he shares a few things he loves about riding and some of the places it has taken him.

Tell us about your riding experience. How long have you been riding, and how many bikes have you owned? How did you first become interested in riding?

I rode dirt bikes as a kid…many decades ago!!! I also had a Yamaha 250 motocross for a couple of years along with a Harley Davidson Fat Boy (in England). I only recently took my California rider’s test and have been riding non-stop on various bikes, since then.

Tell us about your experiences with Twisted Road – as either an owner, as a rider, or both. What do you enjoy most about being part of our community?

I love the freedom of choice going onto Twisted Road and selecting the type of bike to ride that exactly fits my mood. If I want to cruise around Malibu, tear it up in the canyons, toddle around town I have the choice of hundreds of different types of bikes within a fairly small radius. Renting bikes this way erases any ownership or maintenance worries…I don’t have to fork out thousands of dollars and feel regret about a bike sitting unridden, in the garage like a 150bhp ornament. I ride whenever I want on whatever I want, stress free…that’s freedom.

Twisted Road is more than just a motorcycle rental company. It is a riding community. We love to hear stories from both our bike owners and renters about their experiences on two wheels—what they have seen, eaten, experienced or who they have met. Thanks for sharing the open road with us and ride safe!

Have a great story to tell us?
Email us at blog@twistedroad.com

ARCH Updates S&S Powered KRGT-1–Los Angeles-based ARCH Motorcycle has announced an evolution of its well-received KRGT-1 for 2020, an update to the first iteration of the bespoke production motorcycle that first saw the light of day in 2014 and was then formally launched. EPA/CARB compliant in early 2016.

The 2012 brainchild of Gard Hollinger, the owner of LA County ChopRods, and actor and avid rider Keanu Reeves, ARCH first put the KRGT-1 into production in 2014. That model was heavily revised from the 2012 prototype and featured over 200 parts created at the ARCH production facility at Hawthorne, California. Production was said to have required 300-plus machine-hours using state-of-the-art CNC and waterjet machinery – the headline news of that prototype was the proprietary design downdraft intake system which eliminates the conventional American V-twin breather assembly layout.

Continuing the ARCH Motorcycle philosophy of setting the highest possible bar in the performance cruiser category, the 2020 KRGT-1 maintains the philosophy of “simple, elegant design and performance” and features over 20 major changes involving more than 150 newly designed and manufactured components – including redesigned bodywork, upgraded suspension, ergonomic enhancements, updated braking components and safety features.

“The KRGT-1 was originally designed to realize the potential and push the boundaries of what an American V-twin motorcycle could offer,” said ARCH Motorcycle co-founder Gard Hollinger. “Our new KRGT-1 stays true to the original objective while further developing and refining the motorcycle’s design and performance elements to enhance the overall riding experience.”

Power is from the EPA/CARB-certified 124 ci S&S/ARCH engine with proprietary design K&N air filter; exhaust flow is managed by an ARCH 2-into-1 stainless steel header system and Yoshimura carbon fiber muffler. “This powertrain delivers impressive low-end torque from the first twist of the throttle.

VIRUS BUSTER RUN– Twisting the Throttle on the Economy

My name is Ben Van Leeuwarden I am the GM at Planet Chopper, we host custom motorcycle tours in NZ, the States and India. We are proud to present the Virus Buster Run 2021. The ride goes from Auckland to The Burt Munro Challenge and back again over 12 days.

We have pre-selected bars in each town for riders to meet at the end of each day. There is live music organised where possible and raffle tickets are sold for a COVID-related charity.

The purpose of this run is to twist the throttle on the economy by bringing business to New Zealand’s hard-hit restaurants, bars, hotels, motels and retail outlets.

People are free to join for the entire trip or just meet at the nominated bars. This ‘Gypsy Run’ style means that riders from anywhere in the country can join in. It’s not just for motorcycle riders though, everyone is welcome to come to the bars.

Given that international travel is not currently an option, this run gives the motorcycle community something to look forward to, bringing riders together in a new and meaningful way, helping all New Zealanders.

Locations include:

Planet Chopper Office to Coromandel – 6/2
Taupo – 7/2
Wellington – 8/2
Kaikoura – 9/2
Geraldine – 10/2
Queenstown 11/2
Burt Munro Challenge 12,13/2
Oamaru 14/2
Hamner Springs 15/2
Picton 16/2
Oamaru 17/2
Planet Chopper office 18/2

If you are interested in taking part then please follow the Facebook event. Or head to the Virus Buster page on our website to learn more.
Cheers,
–Ben

Human Signals from the NATIONAL MOTORISTS ASSOCIATION–Some years ago, the NMA developed “7 Sensible Signals, A guide to better driver-to-driver communications.” Among the signals were the universal thumbs up, or A-OK sign as an indication of appreciation:

It is difficult to mistake the intent of that acknowledgment. Another sensible signal, still in use today, has often created law enforcement animosity:

We still receive the occasional report of a driver being ticketed for flashing his lights to warn those approaching from the other direction of a police cruiser parked ahead. Those charges typically get thrown out when challenged on First Amendment free speech grounds. And, of course, the danger ahead can sometimes be an accident, a road spill, or other potentially dangerous conditions that other drivers should be aware of for safety reasons.

The one sensible signal that sometimes created the opposite message than intended was, ironically, the Apology. The potential for misunderstanding is one of the reasons we have since retired 7 Sensible Signals:

Imagine having someone cut you off in traffic, only to flash the V sign. Rather than “I’m sorry,” many could easily interpret that as a victory sign, raising tensions. We don’t need more road-rage incidents.

Recently while clearing out some old files in preparation for our office relocation, we came across a letter written 25 years ago to the NMA about a motorist’s international experience with hand signals. His observations from 1995 were quite interesting:

“I just returned from a trip to North Africa and learned about an additional signal that I like. While in Cairo (a city of 15 million people and 9 million vehicles), we had occasion to spend time in its traffic. Please keep in mind that there is virtually no traffic enforcement – the electric signals blink, there are no speed limits, and one rarely sees a police car. The whole time we spent there, we saw the infamous international hand signal for irritation not once. We did see another signal, though.

“We saw drivers put their left hand out their window with thumb and little finger extended, and then waggle the hand. We inquired about the meaning of this gesture, and were informed that it meant, ‘think about what you’re doing.’ I am impressed with the civility of this gesture. The response was always of a similar acknowledging nature – a wave or a toot of the horn, and never hostile.”

You are, no doubt, part of a well-traveled readership. Tell us, what unusual motorist-to-motorist hand signals have you seen, domestically or internationally, in jest or anger, effectively executed or not? And if there is a tale attached to the episode, even better. We love good stories.

BANDIT’S CANTINA BAD JOKE LIBRARY IS STILL WIDE OPEN–Nutty language this English…many a times it drives you mad/ kills you harmlessly!!!

Read further at your risk…

*Points to Ponder:*

1. When you say *”a, e, i, o, u”* your *mouth* gets *smaller* with each vowel you say.

2. You *don’t really wash your hands… they *wash each other while you stand there and watch…..

3. Things are not on fire,… *fire is on things!

4. When you say Forward or Backward… your lips move in those directions!
(yes,…just like that !!)

5. The word *’Australia’* has three *As, all of which look the same, but are pronounced differently! (surprised ??)

6. If You rip a hole in a net, there are actually fewer holes in it than before!

7. The sentence “All the faith he had had had had* no effect on the outcome of his life.”… *is actually correct !! (getting too much??)

8. Sometimes you have to sing the whole alphabet in your head… just to find the next letter!!

9. “Dammit I’m Mad” backwards is still “Dammit I’m Mad,” (and that’s the condition you have almost reached!!)

10. Nothing is behind your Back. It is always in front of your back!! (Now that’s *stretching* it a little bit *too far !!)

11. Most of the time the people who tell you to calm down are the same people that made you angry in the first place !! (Yeah… You got that *RIGHT !!*)

12. *Hippopotomonstrosesquippedaliophobia* is not fun to say, but ironically, this is the medical term for the fear of long words!! (Nailed it ??… Right ??).

–Wayfarer
Chief Investigor
Bikernet.com™ News Desk
India

LIFESTYLE CYCLES DEAL OF THE WEEK–2015 Harley-Davidson FXSB – Softail Breakout for $14,995.00

See it here: https://www.lifestylecycles.com/default.asp?page=xPreOwnedInventoryDetail&id=7957301

2015 Harley-Davidson FXSB Breakout

Big wheels, big paint and classic drag-bike attitude meet premium modern refinement in this attention-grabbing performance cruiser… The Harley-Davidson Breakout motorcycle is a long and low-slung Softail model with distinctive finishes and specific components.

The Breakout model features a wide rear tire visually balanced with thick forks and chopped fenders, while a shaved tank console and a drag handlebar keep the profile low.

A Twin Cam 103B powertrain and other components are trimmed in gleaming chrome and gloss black paint. The Softail chassis mimics the clean lines of a vintage hardtail frame, but utilizes rear suspension control provided by coil-over shock absorbers mounted horizontally and out of sight within the frame rails.

The rigid-mounted, counter-balanced powertrain creates a solid connection between the rider and the power that moves the motorcycle, enhancing the emotional experience of riding.

ADDITIONAL EQUIPMENT INCLUDED:

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Tons of black contrast cut extras on this bad boy. Mysterious Red Sunglo paint is in pristine condition. Black tank strap with chrome accents. Chrome bars and bar mounted speedo.

Roland Sands black contrast cut grips. Black contrast cut: 10 spoke alloy wheels, axle caps, slip-on exhaust tips, rocker covers, push-rod tubes, tappet blocks, 90* Screamin’ Eagle air cleaner, trans / cam / derby covers, forward control pegs, brake pedal, toe shifters, and passenger pegs!!!

Black mirrors, levers, chrome flame indent on LED headlamp, LED chrome blinkers, and raised fender H-D logo trim. Chrome Bassani 2:1 exhaust. Vivid black oil bag, swing arm, and black drive sprocket with polished rim. 2-up with chrome sissy bar. Chrome LED rear stop / turn / tail lights with side mounted license plate. Wide rear tire and more…

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A WORD FROM THE BIKERNET SENIOR EDITOR–Not only is there Covid… Unfortunately, I have some very personal reasons for this “post” and I’m sad obviously. In the hardest times in life we realize who our true friends are or the people who really appreciate us.

Unfortunately, some friends click “like” but don’t read until the end because it takes time to read this and when they see it’s a little long, they follow.

I decided to share this message of support for a very special person who struggled, who taught us to live every day like it were the best day ever! Now I see those who have time to read this post until the end… (I think I’ll find out).

Cancer is very invasive and harmful, even after the end of treatment, the body continues to struggle to restore damage caused by radiation / chemotherapy. It’s a very difficult and long process.

Please, in honor of a family member, or a loved one who died, and even for those who continue to fight cancer, copy and paste (without sharing) this text on your page. Then I’ll know who reads it. Please write “done” so we can see the power of unity together!

To all those who have lost someone, or are in the battle against cancer, loving hugs for each of them and their families.
Here’s to our loved ones with cancer!

–Rogue
Senior Editor
Bikernet.com

AMA NEWS BRIEFS—In Hawaii police on the island of Hawaii are increasing enforcement against dirt bike and ATV riders who are using public roadways. State law requires all motor vehicles on public roads to be properly registered.

In Maine an attempt to prohibit ATV and other motorized vehicles from using a stretch of Poland town property to cross Route 26 failed in a vote by the Select Board, according to a report in the Sun Journal.

In Massachusetts four teens were fined $750 each for riding dirt bikes in Hampden without proper registration or safety certification. They were riding with permission from the owner on her property. They were fined by Environmental Police.

Wisconsin the Sauk County Board of Supervisiors voted to expand the ATV and UTV routes throughout the county, adding 28 additiional routes that allow for the off-road recreational vehicles to be on county highways.

–AMA

TIM ALLEN ON HISTORY-–
1–Here are some interesting points to think about prior to 2020, especially for my friends on the fence, like moderate Democrats, Libertarians and Independents and the never Trump Republicans and those thinking of “walking away” from the Democratic party.

2–Women are upset at Trump’s naughty words — they also bought 80 million copies of 50 Shades of Gray.

3–Not one feminist has defended Sarah Sanders. It seems women’s rights only matter if those women are liberal.

4–No Border Walls. No voter ID laws. Did you figure it out yet? But wait.. there’s more.

5–Chelsea Clinton got out of college and got a job at NBC that paid $900,000 per year. Her mom flies around the country speaking out about white privilege.

6–And just like that, they went from being against foreign interference in our elections to allowing non-citizens to vote in our elections.

7–President Trump’s wall costs less than the Obamacare website. Let that sink in, America.

8–We are one election away from open borders, socialism, gun confiscation, and full-term abortion nationally. We are fighting evil.

9–They sent more troops and armament to arrest Roger Stone than they sent to defend Benghazi.

10–60 years ago, Venezuela was 4th on the world economic freedom index.

Today, they are run by a dictator (socialist) and are 179th, and their citizens are dying of starvation.

In only 10 years, Venezuela was destroyed by democratic socialism.

11–Russia donated $0.00 to the Trump campaign. Russia donated $145,600,000 to the Clinton Foundation. But Trump was the one investigated!

12–Nancy Pelosi invited illegal aliens to the State of the Union. President Trump Invited victims of illegal aliens to the State of the Union. Let that sink in.

13–A socialist is basically a communist who doesn’t have the power to take everything from their citizens at gunpoint … Yet!

14–How do you walk 3000 miles across Mexico without food or support and show up at our border 100 pounds overweight and with a cellphone?

15–Alexandria Ocasio Cortez wants to ban cars, ban planes, give out universal income and thinks socialism works. She calls Donald Trump crazy.

16–Bill Clinton paid $850,000 to Paula Jones to get her to go away. I don’t remember the FBI raiding his lawyer’s office.

17–The same media that told me Hillary Clinton had a 95% chance of winning now tells me Trump’s approval ratings are low.

18–“The problem with socialism is that sooner or later you run out of other people’s money”— Margaret Thatcher

19–Maxine Waters opposes voter ID laws; She thinks that they are racist. You need to have a photo ID to attend her town hall meetings.

20–President Trump said — “They’re not after me. They’re after you. I’m just in their way.”
Now, go Back & Read this Again like your Future Depends upon it, Because it Does.

–Tim Allen

HAL’S GIRLS ARE AT IT AGAIN—A couple of babes are working on creating an Hal Robinson bandana, using his art.

We have a few Hal Tees available and some very limited edition prints. Or we have Covid tested Bikernet Bandanas in stock.

We will keep you posted.

–Bandit

NEW FROM KODLIN USA–K59306:
Kodlin Front Fender For 2013-2020 HD Breakout models

FEATURES AND BENEFITS:

• Designed for 21″ front wheels
• Made out of steel – unpainted
• Fits Harley-Davidson Softail Breakout FXSB, FXSBSE, FXBR/S
• We recommend to use 4 x 5/16 washers for installation

You will receive future emails from info@kodlinusa.com

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STRIDER ACTION–Thought you might be interested in this…

My son and I just got back from one grand adventure. We did the Dakota Adventure Loop, a backcountry GPS route, on a pair of Harley Sportsters. It was 4 long days, 917 miles, and about 90% off-road! Here are a few video clips… each is less than a minute.

Episode 1: Where’s the Road: https://photos.app.goo.gl/yLWKGD4evbBg73yeA
Episode 2: A Touch of Mud: https://photos.app.goo.gl/n58MwtPAUXMmKhbf8
Episode 3: Middle of Nowhere: https://photos.app.goo.gl/AFeQk1VxQgHEUwNXA
Episode 4: Down the Ravine: https://photos.app.goo.gl/APngQkboWbqEP8A47
Episode 5: Buffalo Hunting: https://photos.app.goo.gl/sfTYEmF84QbDqzyn9
Episode 6: Hard Luck Lodging: https://photos.app.goo.gl/ruZh9LdPumcyt9Ni8
Episode 7: Badlands Bella Vista: https://photos.app.goo.gl/wk28s5hxJw3FPP437

Muddy bikes are currently on display with maps and video at Black Hills H-D.

#StrideOn

Ryan McFarland
President / CEO
Strider Sports Int’l, Inc.
Rapid City, SD 57702
605-342-0266
www.StriderBikes.com
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Check out this plan to get every kid in America on a bike before 1st grade!
www.AllKidsBike.org

NEWS FROM THE EASYRIDERS FRONT–Well Bandit, I think the new Easyriders team ripped us off. I have tried calling and going to their website, no one answers the phone and the web site is 4 sale.

You have my hope that you can escape commifornia before Nancy needs more ice cream.

Ride safe
–A.J.

QUOTE OF THE DAY—Those whose minds are well-grounded in the seven elements of the Code of the West, who without clinging to anything rejoice in freedom from attachment, whose appetites have been conquered and who are full of light—they enter nirvana even in this world.

–Buddha

BIKERNET UNIVERSITY ENGLISH DEPARTMENT COVID WORD OF THE DAY–klatsch
[ klahch, klach ]
noun

A casual gathering of people, especially for refreshments and informal conversation: a sewing klatsch.

WHAT IS THE ORIGIN OF KLATSCH?
You usually associate klatsch “a casual party” with coffee klatsch “a casual gathering for gossiping and drinking coffee.” Coffee klatsch is a partial rendering of German Kaffeeklatsch (in English kaffee klatsch or kaffee klatch). Coffee and Kaffee need no explanation. Klatsch is informal German for “gossip, gossiping,” from the verb klatschen, of imitative origin. In German Klatsch also means “a slap, a crack (as of a bat), a clap (of the hands).” Klatsch (klatch) entered English in the 1950s.

HOW IS KLATSCH USED?
Maybe they didn’t have anything in common and that was the point, was the thing that made the klatsch interesting, hearing the various perspectives people had.

SAM SAVAGE, “KLATSCH,” AN ORPHANAGE OF DREAMS, 2019
At coffee-break time, Billy made a nice addition to our little klatsch.

JIM WINDOLF, “MY ASSOCIATE,” THE NEW YORKER, MAY 7, 2001

–from Dictionary.com

BANDIT’S CANTINA BAD JOKE LIBRARY IS WIDE OPEN–Can’t believe some people are so stupid! I normally would not say that but during these crazy times I feel it’s ok.

Yesterday I went to Pet Smart to buy a bag of dog food. Already in line, a woman behind me asked me if I had a dog. I stared at her (those who know me will imagine my gaze) … Why else would I be buying dog food?

So, on impulse, I told her no, that I didn’t have a dog. I said that I was starting the dog food diet again, and that I probably shouldn’t because I ended up in the hospital the last time, but 15 pounds less!

I told her that it was the perfect diet and that all you had to do is carry the kibbles in your pockets and eat one or two every time you feel hungry (I have to mention that practically everyone in line was interested in my story).

Frightened, the woman asks me if I ended up in the hospital because the dog food had poisoned me.

I answer, of course not! I was admitted because I bent down to smell the ass of a Golden Doodle and I was hit by a truck. I thought the man behind her was going to have a heart attack because he was laughing so hard.

–from Sam

Meeting of the Minds 2020

It’s time to get beyond the “lockdown”

If you’re riding now, it’s because you’re as tired of the lockdown as the rest of the country, and riding is a 70 MPH exercise in “social distancing.”

Your rights as motorcyclists’ are just as important as your safety. While the world was on lockdown and “recommended social distancing,” the MRF never lost focus of the reason the organization exists – protecting the rights of all motorcyclists, even while Congress was closed.

Bikers Inside the Beltway was reluctantly canceled because Congress was closed to the public. With that, the MRF turned our focus to the Meeting of the Minds and protecting our rights beyond the lockdown. With twelve workshops, six major presentations, and a cadre of motorcyclists’ rights activists presenting, the 2020 Meeting of the Minds Conference is destined to be one of the most dynamic in recent memory. And it doesn’t stop there…

For the first time ever, event registration includes eight full meals — not box lunches, eight full meals! The Waterfront Hotel is a class act and, for the past several years, has hosted ABATE of Indiana events. You’re going to get more than your money’s worth on the 36th Annual Meeting of the Minds!

The lockdown is lifted, and we’re moving beyond it. As you’ve seen or experienced, individual rights beyond the ones the MRF diligently fights for, have been under siege since March. With that, the MRF is expecting a record number of attendees at this year’s Meeting of the Minds, September 24-27. Get beyond the lockdown; make your reservations now!

Now’s the time to use this link and register for Meeting of the Minds 2020. The hotel information is on the same page.

We will endure beyond the lockdown. However, without exaggeration, your rights, your motorcycle, and your lifestyle are under siege. The 2020 Meeting of the Minds provides you with the tools to get beyond the lockdown; see you in Indianapolis!!!

GUN NUT REPORT–
The rifle itself has no moral stature, since it has no will of its own. Naturally, it may be used by evil men for evil purposes, but there are more good men than evil, and while the latter cannot be persuaded to the path of righteousness by propaganda, they can certainly be corrected by good men with rifles.

If violent crime is to be curbed, it is only the intended victim who can do it. The felon does not fear the police, and he fears neither judge nor jury. Therefore, what he must be taught to fear is his victim.

An unarmed man can only flee from evil, and evil is not overcome by fleeing from it.

Fight back! Whenever you are offered violence, fight back! The aggressor does not fear the law, so he must be taught to fear you. Whatever the risk, and at whatever the cost, fight back!

That is why our masters in Washington are so anxious to disarm us. They are not afraid of criminals. They are afraid of a populace which cannot be subdued by tyrants.

Political correctness is neither political nor is it correct. It amounts to social censorship, and the sooner we spit it out, the better.

Owning a handgun doesn’t make you armed any more than owning a guitar makes you a musician.

Blessed are those who, in the face of death, think only about the front sight.

The police cannot protect the citizen at this stage of our development, and they cannot even protect themselves in many cases. It is up to the private citizen to protect himself and his family, and this is not only acceptable, but mandatory.

One bleeding-heart type asked me in a recent interview if I did not agree that ‘violence begets violence.’ I told him that it is my earnest endeavor to see that it does. I would like very much to ensure – and in some cases I have – that any man who offers violence to his fellow citizen begets a whole lot more in return than he can enjoy.

Observe your cat. It is difficult to surprise him. Why? Naturally his superior hearing is part of the answer, but not all of it. He moves well, using his senses fully. He is not preoccupied with irrelevancies. He’s not thinking about his job or his image or his income tax. He is putting first things first, principally his physical security. Do likewise.

It appears that the murder rate inside prisons is ten times higher than that outside prisons. It must be due to all those Kalashnikov rifles that are issued to prisoners upon their incarceration.

If you don’t understand weapons you don’t understand fighting. If you don’t understand fighting you don’t understand war. If you don’t understand war you don’t understand history. And if you don’t understand history you might as well live with your head in a sack.

The consensus is that no more than five to ten people in a hundred who die by gunfire in Los Angeles are any loss to society. These people fight small wars amongst themselves. It would seem a valid social service to keep them well-supplied with ammunition.

One of the notable aspects of the democratic process is that one need not know anything about a subject in order to pass laws about it.

The only acceptable response to the threat of lethal violence is immediate and savage counterattack. If you resist, you just may get killed. If you don’t resist you almost certainly will get killed. It is a tough choice, but there is only one right answer.

One correspondent, who is into psychology, notes that in his experience people who are hoplophobes are nearly always nutty in other ways, too. Hoplophobia [fear of guns], of course, is not simply an attitude but rather an aberration in which the sufferer clings to an idea which he himself knows to be unsound, such as the idea that inanimate instruments have a will of their own or that lawbreakers abide by the law.

One cannot legislate the maniacs off the street… these maniacs can only be shut down by an armed citizenry. Indeed, bad things can happen in nations where the citizenry is armed, but not as bad as those which seem to be threatening our disarmed citizenry in this country at this time.

Weapons compound man’s power to achieve; they amplify the capabilities of both the good man and the bad, and to exactly the same degree, having no will of their own. Thus, we must regard them as servants, not masters – and good servants to good men. Without them, man is diminished, and his opportunities to fulfill his destiny are lessened. An unarmed man can only flee from evil, and evil is not overcome by fleeing from it.

A smart man only believes half of what he hears, a wise man knows which half.

Already a couple of the faithful have sent in checks for a foundation memorial to the innocents who perished at the hands of the ninja at Waco. … I have been criticized by referring to our federal masked men as “ninja” … Let us reflect upon the fact that a man who covers his face shows reason to be ashamed of what he is doing. A man who takes it upon himself to shed blood while concealing his identity is a revolting perversion of the warrior ethic. It has long been my conviction of a masked man.

According to Herodotus, the ancient Persians felt that what was necessary in the background of a young man entering adulthood was his ability to ride, shoot straight, and speak the truth. Perhaps we should now grant our college degrees to young men who measure up to that standard.

The rifle is a weapon. Let there be no mistake about that. It is a tool of power, and thus dependent completely upon the moral stature of its user. It is equally useful in securing meat for the table, destroying group enemies on the battlefield, and resisting tyranny. In fact, it is the only means of resisting tyranny, since a citizenry armed with rifles simply cannot be tyrannized.

What are we going to do if citizens are disarmed, and the government doesn’t obey its own laws?

If you find yourself under lethal attack don’t be kind. Be harsh. Be tough. Be ruthless.

–Jeff Cooper
–from Bob Clark

HOT FROM SAN DIEGO CUSTOMS–All new SDC BAGGER BOARDS!!

Machined from solid aluminum and are SUPER knurled for grip and available in anodized Black, Gold or Chrome.

Approx: 10.5″ long and 4.5″ wide. Comes with all hardware.

The fit almost any Harley model. It’s amazing.

www.sandiegocustoms.com

Ride to Work Day – 15 June 2020

FEMA’s NEWS UPDATES–This is a news update from FEMA, the Federation of European Motorcyclists’ Associations.

FEMA’s mission is to promote riders’ interests, to defend riders’ rights and to protect and preserve motorcycling throughout Europe and globally.

Why banning ‘loud’ motorcycles will not work in Tirol

FEMA’s Dolf Willigers looks at motorcycle bans in Austria, and points out some flaws in the research that led to some drastic consequences for motorcyclists. From 10 June 2020 to 31 October 2020 some well-known roads in Austria will be closed to all motorcycles with a registered standing sound emission of more than 95 dB (A).

Is there finally a safer alternative to cable barriers?

Let’s not fool ourselves: no crash barrier is really safe for motorcyclists, but smart designers are able to think of barrier systems that could improve motorcyclists’ safety. FEMA talked to Roberto Impero, general manager at SMA Road Safety, the Italian company that developed and produces the Andromeda barrier, a so-called ‘smart barrier’.

FEMA supports the motorcycle industry’s call for European help

The motorcycle industry wants to be able to sell Euro 4 bikes after 31 December 2020. ACEM, the European Association of Motorcycle Manufacturers, has asked the European Commission to extend the time to sell Euro 4-compliant motorcycles because of the COVID-19 situation. FEMA supports this request.

Motorcycles will be the logical choice after Coronavirus

If we have to believe the experts, travelling will never be the same again. Even when the COVID-19 virus itself is under control, we have to take into account that the risk of contamination or a new wave of the pandemic for a long time, if not forever. For personal transport, powered two-wheelers will be the logical choice after Coronavirus, says FEMA’s Dolf Willigers.

Thank you to all the motorcyclists that have made a donation to FEMA recently. We are very happy to see that so many of you support our work for European motorcyclists.

You can make a donation to FEMA using PayPal or your credit card. Every donation is welcome, no amount is too small! Just go to our website and click on the donate button.

If you want to support your national motorcyclists’ organization, find them on our website and join today!

THE HOTINGER COLLECTION– Wunderkind fits all 2008 and up touring models too!

I want to introduce you to Superior Wheel 7671 Whitney Dr Huntington Beach Ca 92647 Phone Number 714-803-9164.

We Have the following Forged wheels available. We are looking for strong dealers only. If you are interested please contact us for more information. Also, if you as a retail customer contact us too, so we can get a dealer location for you that are already handling our wheels.

1) The Reinforcer 21″x 3.5″ available in Gloss Black Machined Cut Finish, Raw for Chroming.
in stock at our LA warehouse
Fitment Touring models 2008 and up

2) The Wunderkind 21″ x 3.5″ available in Gloss Black, Machined cut Gloss Black, Raw for Chroming
Will be in stock sometime in the 3rd quarter in the LA warehouse.
Fitment 2020 Street Rod.

Very competitive pricing also!!!

Superior Wheels meet all DOT specs come with no hardware for mounting or bearings.

Thank You, Superior Wheel

— Kim Hotinger

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NEWS OUTTA THE DIME BAG--The World Dime Bag Headquarters is right across the street from the gas station, which is down the alley.

Center of the village has cool ass Bar and Grill, with good looking chicks, a big custom motorcycle shop, flow of farmers, motorcycles and hotrods, gas station and post office. Cool old school motorcycle town.

–Adam Croft
Dime Bag Leathers

BANDIT’S CANTINA BAD JOKE LIBRARY IS STILL OPEN--Pharmacist: sir, would you like the ball deoderant.

man: no, it’s for my armpits

NEWS FROM THE MIC--Some Help for Dealerships Nationwide

For powersports dealerships damaged by recent looting and vandalism, the MIC is offering free membership to those who are not yet members, and the suspension of dues for a year to current members. Please reach out to MIC Member Services at memberservices@mic.org for more information.

–MIC

CRAZY NUTS—Life is so full of twists and turns. Ya got to remember that every turn can become a positive one. There’s always a way to get to the next adventure, if you keep your mind wide open to alternatives.

In the next couple of days, we will launch a tech on Zack’s new/old Sporty. We added an S&S Mini air cleaner.

I’m also working on a story about the best Swedish stock reproduction frames and Dr. Hamsters Pandemic. It’s cool.

I’m about to wrap up my first book for reprinting. I need to figure out who printed it. I need to share with you some of the cool stuff we’re doing in Deadwood.

I will next week. The guy who ordered the door fucked up or the manufacturer did. After waiting two months it came in facing the wrong direction. Natch, the guy didn’t check it before installing my cool porthole.

Hang on for next week. In the meantime, ride fast and free forever.

–Bandit

Hey,

Another wonderful day in paradise. I joke about the adage from the India-based movie “The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel.” Great flick: Everything will be all right in the end. If it’s not all right, it’s not the end. Think about that anytime you’re in a jam. Think about it, when strange shit is happening in your hood, in the country or in the industry.

Harley seems to be struggling, but I look at it as a transition. And everything will be cool, when they come out of it. I’ve spoken to shop owners all over the country about the times. Here’s a good one. “We had a slow week when the Covid hit,” said Randy Aron of Cycle Visions in San Diego. “Ever since then we’ve been cooking.”

So, keep smiling, riding free and rockin’ the world. 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. Most recently Quick Throttle Magazine came on board.

THE STURGIS COUNCIL OF GENERALS– had a vote last night. From one source the vote went down to 7 for and 2 against opening the rally gates. Another source told me the Council was reviewing five or maybe seven, hold it, could be nine opening options.

Rumor had it, they went for option three. The whole greasy enchilada played out on facebook they other night, so let us know if you heard anything else?

According to one reporter in the fields of South Dakota, the Council doesn’t really have much sway whether the rally rocks or not. At one time they attempted to control the name until the courts took it away from them this year. Now you can print any Sturgis 2020 T-shirt you like. Bottom line, the biker world is coming to Sturgis for the Rally and no one can stop them, except the Governor. From all accounts the Governor of South Dakota is very cool.

Here’s the latest from an inside source: Rally is on. Vendor licenses will be approved. There will be no City sponsored events but anything else can happen. And of course, the town of Buffalo Chip is hosting eight bands and is wide open.

So, be safe, be careful and healthy and promise not to bring any Covid to South Dakota. Some Bikernet staffers are heading out later this week.

–Bandit

AWESOME! Mike Harmon Racing recently and very proudly released the 47 Chevy Camaro paint scheme ThinBlueLine to be piloted by KyleWeatherman.

–Bob Clark

Suspension of INTERMOT 2020

Digital INTERMOT events at year’s end to keep motorcycle community informed of innovations and industry News

Classic trade fairs returning to the venue in Cologne beginning in autumn

Following extensive consultations, and in coordination with the conceptual sponsor, the German Motorcycle Industry Association (IVM), Koelnmesse GmbH has decided to suspend INTERMOT 2020 – an event it originally planned to host from 6 to 11 October 2020. A digital format for this is under preparation and will be implemented by year’s end. Regardless of the decision on INTERMOT, preparations for trade fairs scheduled for autumn 2020 at the venue in Cologne – such as spoga+gafa, DMEXCO and Orgatec – are proceeding as planned.

In contrast to trade fairs with a B2B orientation, major events such as INTERMOT draw tens of thousands of private visitors on all days of the trade fair; the hall space is limited and the time available is short. Spatial proximity and the shared experience of the trade fair form an integral part of the character of this event. At this point in time, the specifications currently in effect that have been issued by the Robert Koch Institute (RKI), policy-makers and the public authorities cannot be met at major events.

With this in mind, after conferring with key players from the industry, and with a view to the health of exhibitors and visitors, Koelnmesse and the German Motorcycle Industry Association (IVM) have decided not to host this trade fair in 2020. ‘An event that depends on its appeal as an experience and event cannot be held in this form at this point in time and thus does not meet the expectations and needs of the industry. Our customers resources for 2021 are already under heavy strain as a result of the SARS/COVIC-19 crisis. As an important part of the motorcycle industry, however, and particularly in difficult times, we want to actively support our partners and are now working full steam on a digital format. With the digital INTERMOT news stream, we are creating a communication platform that will provide sustainable inspiration for the industry and the motorcycle community alike.

We can then turn our full focus to the event scheduled for 2022. In future, trade fairs such as INTERMOT will incorporate more hybrid elements – to supplement the on-site experience with added digital reach. All of the stakeholders involved now have plenty of time to prepare accordingly for the next INTERMOT in Cologne, and to make this the meeting place for the international motorcycle community once again’, explain Oliver Frese, Chief Operating Officer of Koelnmesse, and Reiner Brendicke, General Executive Manager of IVM, in a joint statement.

INTERMOT in the Social Web:
https://de-de.facebook.com/INTERMOT
https://www.instagram.com/intermot/
https://twitter.com/intermotcologne
https://www.youtube.com/user/intermotcologne

NEW ZEALAND Unplugged–
Bike Rider Magazine recently published an article by Andrea Tomba who joined us in February for the Kiwi Crusade tour with his fiancée, Tamara.

I have extracted a few quotes to give you an idea of what the article is about:

“We travelled to New Zealand to see the amazing landscape and people, however, as I linger over the pictures, I believe that what I took home is very different from what I expected.”

“An experience is something that we live first-hand, that we have direct contact with, and that, in my humble opinion, forms us as we become the result of our interpretation of our life’s experiences. It is something that we carry with us, that we build on, and that we often use to reflect on things in completely different realms.”

Read the full article on our website.

If you are in New Zealand then grab a copy (June Edition).

Cheers,
–Ben

Planet Chopper
4-22 Triton Dr, Rosedale
Auckland
New Zealand

A SLICE FROM THE GEARHEAD DIARIES– The wife and I were riding back from San Francisco down the 405. The new ‘78 Lowrider Shovel was running great. I had it only about 6 months. Just this side of Salinas that new Shovel lost power. I went from 80 to zip in no-time.

My wife asks me, “Now what?” I told her I have no idea. Me, being a new rider and all, I had no notion of what made this bike tick. I spent the next 40 years learning.

We sat on the side of the road, with the wife scratching my head about what to do. This is how brothers on the road use to be, we got cell phones and laptops nowadays.

A dude flys by and doubles back to ask me, if I needed any help. I said hell yea.

He had no idea about it just like me. He did offer to drive my wife into Fresno to the Harley dealership since the bike was still under warranty. The service package took care of a tow as long as you carried the warranty card, which I did, always.

While they split to the dealership I sat there waiting. You just did not leave a bike by the road back then or nowadays.

By the grace of the God of Harley and everything else, an old biker pulled over in his old ‘50s Ford pickup truck and ask if I needed help? I said hell yeah, again.

He asks me a few questions to diagnose the problem and I answer. No power to anywhere he says and goes hum. He found out that the lug had broken off on the hot side of the battery. He stripped the end of the wire where it broke, opened up the braided wire in the middle and stuck the battery bolt right through it. He bolted the lead to the battery, and we were fixed.

I put the key turned on the ignition and kicked the Harley to life. I gave him a few dollars for his time and thanked him. I went to turn around to turn off the bike, and when I turned back, he was gone. Where do you go out in the middle of nowhere, I ask you? The dude had to be the Harley Angel sent by God himself.

The wife and the other biker got back from town and I told them what had happened and they both were blown away. That started my learning process. It never ends.

— Gearhead

LE PERA SEAT OF THE WEEK—Classic Cobra for Softails–
Overview

Is there a seat style that offers more of the classic chopper style than the Cobra? We think not!

It will single handedly capture the heart and soul of the Softail. Simply put, the Cobra is one righteous around town, bar hoppin’, day cruiser seat.

Now available with our killer pleated stitch!

Rider seating area is 10″ wide. Passenger seating area is 7″ wide.
Specs

Driver Seating:
10″ Wide
Passenger Seating:
7″ Wide

MSRP:
$389.00

Part Number:
LK-070PT [’06-’17 200mm]

QUICK, OPEN THE BANDIT’S CANTINA BAD JOKE LIBRARY– Two Priests on Vacation
Two priests decided to go to Hawaii on vacation. They were determined to make this a real vacation by not wearing anything that would identify them as clergy. As soon as the plane landed they headed for a store and bought outrageous shorts, shirts, sandals, sunglasses.

Next morning they were at the beach, enjoying drinks, sunshine and the scenery when a topless blonde walked straight towards them. They couldn’t help but stare. As the blonde passed them she smiled and said, “Good Morning Fathers” then she passed on by.

Stunned, they wondered, how in the world did she know they were priests. So back to the store to buy even more outrageous outfits. Now in their new attire, they settled down in their chairs to enjoy the sunshine.

After a little while the same gorgeous topless blonde came walking toward them. Again she nodded at each of them saying “Good Morning Fathers” walking away.

One of the priests couldn’t stand it any longer and asked, “Young lady, we’re priests and proud of it but how in the world do you know we are priests dressed as we are?”

To which she replied…

“Father, it’s me, Sister Kathleen…”

–EL Waggs
Officially Certified Librarian
Bandit’s Cantina

LIFESTYLE CYCLES DEAL OF THE WEEK–
2015 Harley-Davidson® FXDB – Dyna® Street Bob for $11,995.00
see it here: https://www.lifestylecycles.com/default.asp?page=xPreOwnedInventoryDetail&id=8475401

2015 Harley-Davidson FXDB – Dyna Street Bob 103

Power comes from an air-cooled, Twin Cam 103 engine that delivers a maximum torque of 98.8 ft-lb at 3,000 rpm. As far as efficiency is concerned, the engine delivers an average fuel consumption of 43 mpg. The engine was carefully designed to work together with a modern Six-Speed Cruise Drive transmission that is perfectly suited for long journeys. For enhanced comfort the Harley Davidson Dyna Street Bob is equipped with a slammed low rear suspension.The combination stop/tail/turn lighting and side-mounted license plate keep the chopped rear fender clean and smooth.

The Street Bob can be further personalized through our in-store parts department that allows customers to select options that personalize fit, function and style in more than 2,000 combinations. Add your touch to this bike. You will be starting with a Nice Dyna 103!!!

ADDITIONAL EQUIPMENT INCLUDE:

Vivid Black paint is like new. Black powder console with chrome caps and gauge accents, Vivid Black 12″ T bars, black Avon grips, chrome mirrors and vivid black levers. Chrome blinkers and black quarter fairing with a tall blacked out windshield.

Chrome fork, black hi-reflective headlamp, crossties, lower legs on laced black rims. Chrome 2:2 exhaust. Chrome H-D logo stamped circular air cleaner. Black powder engine including rocker covers with a polished band, polished 103 timing cover, chrome horn cover, and polished 103 derby cover. 2-up seat with forward controls. Vivid black swing arm, battery case, oil bag, and fender supports.

Black powder chain guard, chrome adjustable shocks, and black drive sprocket with a polished rim. Hi-reflective chrome stop / turn / tail lights with side mounted LED lit license plate.

This bike has passed Lifestyle Cycles rigorous 101 point safety and mechanical inspection. Whether your looking to commute to work, ride the coast or take that dream vacation, this bike is ready to go!!!

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CLASSICS FROM BDL--The Belt Drive Limited EVBB-3T-4, was developed for big inch, big horsepower Shovel Head drivelines from 1970 – 1983 running 4-speed transmissions and rear chain drives.

This is BDL’s ball bearing version of the company’s legendary EVB-3T-4 drive. The conversions address inconsistent clutch adjustment and obnoxious oils leaks in one shot. No more floating basket to contend with and best of all no more unreliable clutch.

The 68-tooth basket and 45-tooth front pulley come with the BDL-138-38K belt providing a 1.511:1 gear ratio to help on the open road. This is a performance clutch kit incorporates the famous BDL ball bearing lock up assist pressure plate.

Tried and proven on thousands of machines over the past 5 years the new kit retails for $774.00.

LATEST FROM THE WIDE-OPEN BANDIT’S CANTINA BAD JOKE LIBRARY–Some excellent new puns…

How does a lawyer sleep? First, he lies on one side, then he lies on the other.

There was a kidnapping at school yesterday. Don’t worry, though – he woke up.

He wasn’t originally going to get a brain transplant, but then he changed his mind.

Which country’s capital has the fastest-growing population? – Ireland. It’s Dublin every day.

A supercilious crook going downstairs? Oh you mean, a condescending con, descending.

Jill broke her finger today, but on the other hand, she was completely fine.

England doesn’t have a kidney bank, but it does have a Liverpool.

–Wayfarer
Chief Investigator
Bikernet.com™ News Bureau
India

TEXAS WEATHER REPORT--So I’ve worn Wolverine Durashock boots for 20+ years, they made one with a thick, straight cushion sole and then stopped a couple years ago. I’m struggling to find a replacement.

Today I found Bandit, the only EW width they had & they were used! Store let someone return them, the entire line was already $10 off, so I made ‘em give me another $20 too!

Figured a used Bandit was better than none.

–RFR

UPDATE: ALL THREE AMENDMENTS PASS COMMITTEE

The Motorcycle Riders Foundation (MRF) is pleased to update our members that all three of our high priority motorcyclist amendments have just passed with unanimous consent after being placed in a bipartisan en bloc vote during this morning’s hearing. After lengthy negotiations between both parties, each side agreed to put 18 amendments in a single en bloc vote to help speed up proceedings in the markup of H.R. 2, the INVEST in America Act.

The MRF wants to thank all of our members and partners for engaging with their member of Congress to ensure the priorities of motorcyclists were addressed during this process. We will send out a full release later today on the hearing but wanted to alert our members who have been following the hearing proceedings over the past two days.

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.

INCREDIBLE, THE BANDIT’S CANTINA BAD JOKE LIBRARY IS STILL OPEN–
Today at the bank, an old lady asked me to help check her balance. So I pushed her over.

I bought some shoes from a drug dealer. I don’t know what he laced them with, but I’ve been tripping all day.

I told my girlfriend she drew her eyebrows too high. She seemed surprised.

My dog used to chase people on a bike a lot. It got so bad, finally I had to take his bike away.

I’m so good at sleeping. I can do it with my eyes closed.

–Sam Burns

House Transportation & Infrastructure Committee Highway Bill Hearing

Today is an exciting day for the Motorcycle Riders Foundation (MRF) and the entire motorcycling community. At 10:00 a.m. today, the House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee will markup H.R. 2, the “Investing in a New Vision for the Environment and Surface Transportation in America” Act (INVEST in America Act). Sometimes known as the Highway Bill or Transportation Bill, this piece of legislation must be reauthorized by Congress every four to six years. The current Highway Bill, “Fixing America’s Surface Transportation” Act, also known as the FAST Act, expires on September 30, 2020.

The “markup” of the INVEST in America Act, is a formal process of the House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee. This allows all of its 60 plus members to offer amendments and changes to the bill before it heads to the House floor for a final vote.

The Transportation Committee is the largest in Congress and usually a place where bipartisanship is the rule, not the exception. Unfortunately, as has been the case in Washington over the past few years, partisanship has infiltrated the Transportation Committee. The INVEST in America Act was written solely by the Democrats who have the majority control of the House of Representatives. This has led to an unusual situation. Today, almost 300 amendments will be considered by the committee. Most of these will be introduced by Republicans, who are using this as an opportunity to promote their policy priorities.

As you know, we at the MRF like to say: “We don’t vote Republican, We don’t vote Democrat, We vote motorcyclist.” As today unfolds, there are four key areas, we at the MRF will be watching:

Motorcyclist Safety Funds
Motorcyclist Advisory Council
Autonomous Vehicle Technology
Motorcycle-Only Check Points / Profiling
Here’s a brief outline of what may transpire over the next several hours in Washington DC.

Motorcyclist Safety Funds: The INVEST in America Act as introduced would increase funds made available to states for motorcyclist safety by $1,473,285. This is an increase in the program of roughly 34% over current funding levels. Under this bill, the total amount available to states in the next fiscal year would be $5,761,785. While we at the MRF are happy to see Congress increase the funding level for state motorcyclists safety programs, this new $5.7 million amount still only equates to approximately $0.67 per motorcycle in the country.

Motorcyclist Advisory Council: The MRF has advocated for Gallagher Amendment #116 introduced by Congressmen Mike Gallagher of Wisconsin. This amendment would re-establish the Motorcyclist Advisory Council and create dedicated seats at the table for motorcyclists’ rights groups and manufacturers. The MAC has existed for over a decade and allows federal policymakers, state highway officials, and motorcyclists to discuss the unique demands of riding a motorcycle and how roads, bridges, and other infrastructure can be built to better account for motorcyclists’ needs.

Autonomous Vehicle Technology: Congressman Troy Balderson of Ohio, a rider himself, will offer Balderson Amendment #21. This two-part amendment focuses on autonomous vehicles and motorcycles. The first part requires that when the Department of Transportation conducts safety studies on autonomous vehicles, motorcycles must be considered as unique roadway users. For example, autonomous vehicle technology must account for factors like lane splitting, something unique that is only relevant to motorcycles. The second part ensures that a motorcycle safety group is included in the Department of Transportation working group on autonomous vehicle deployment. Once again, motorcyclists need a seat at the table, so our voices are heard.

Check Points / Profiling: The provisions passed in the FAST Act of 2015 regarding motorcycle-only checkpoints were not changed in this bill. This means that states and local governments will continue to be prohibited from using federal funds to establish motorcycle-only checkpoints. This federal provision complements the nearly 20 states who have outlawed motorcycle-only checkpoints in their states.

In addition to retaining the prohibition on funding motorcycle-only checkpoints, Congressman Balderson will offer amendment #25 that would prohibit using federal funds to profile and stop motorcycle operators or passengers, using as a factor, the apparel they are wearing or their mode of transportation. This amendment is consistent with our profiling resolution and would be an acknowledgment by Congress that motorcyclists should not be profiled because of what they wear or ride.

This markup is just the first step in a long journey that still requires the Senate to act and the President’s signature. As the day progresses, we will provide short updates on what is going on and how our priorities are faring. If you wish to follow along with today’s markup, the hearing begins at 10:00 a.m. eastern, and you can watch the live stream here.

Ride Safe and Ride Free,
The D.C. Team

MICHAEL LICHTER PHOTO OF THE WEEK–
 Riding through Monument Valley, AZ. 2006

Details: Limited Edition Print from an edition of 50. Photo ©2006 Michael Lichter.

BUSTER’S PICK OF THE WEEK—MB Leathers in San Pedro.

Buster is a social media master, who works full time for Saddlemen seats. He’s also helping around the Bikernet/5-Ball nerve center and he’s a major motorcycle enthusiast. He’s going to bring some of his connections to the Bikernet family. The first is Mario from MB leathers in San Pedro.

Here’s a teaser from Buster’s interview with Mario, which we will publish on Bikernet tomorrow.

When did you start leather work?

MB: I started leatherwork because I saw Indian Larry’s Grease Monkey bike in the Easyriders magazine. That was about 21 years ago. Larry’s seat was hand tooled seat by Paul Cox. I always played guitar and drew – so I was creative. But when I saw the leather seat, I was sold.

I asked a friend of mine who was a knife maker to give me some tools. I tried it and I HATED it, it was the hardest thing to do… Find out what happened tomorrow.

–Bandit

LIFE IS INCREDIBLE—I’m helping a brother build the Pandemic Panhead. It’s almost done, except for a generator. There was once a company that made caps for generators with the regulator inside the cap. Can’t find them.

My brother Adrian is working on the Deadwood Bikernet Headquarters and historic whorehouse. Suddenly, he wanted a newer Indian to ride, and we found one at Cycle Visions in San Diego. Mike Stevens hauled ass to Dago and checked it out. It was golden, so we bought it, and I had to arrange to have it shipped, by Haul Bikes to Deadwood.

We are now shipping six bikes to the Badlands. Holy shit. I’m headed out shortly with the 5-Ball racing van packed with whorehouse antiques and whiskey. Can’t wait. Hang on for more reports.

Get ready to ride and never stop, goddammit!

–Bandit

Hey,

As you know, life is nuts and then you die. Done deal. But wait. I’m here in Deadwood. I escaped the madness of California. I’m in a place where folks are having fun, where chrome is cool, gambling is a blast and the girl drink shots.

The Thought for the day: Wherever enlightened ones dwell, in a village or wilderness, on a mountain or on a coast, that is indeed a place of joy.

Let’s party and check 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. Most recently Quick Throttle Magazine came on board.

NHDRO Kicks Off Motorcycle Drag Racing Season

NHDRO’s previously named Mid-Season Sizzle gets it half-right—June 26-28 at Lucas Oil Raceway will totally sizzle! With a late start because of COVID-19 restrictions, the Midwest’s largest all-motorcycle drag racing series kicks off the season with the first big race of 2020 at a time that would normally be mid-year. And although they’d rather have two races under their belts by now, Brian and Niki Welch can’t wait to welcome the NHDRO family back to the best track on the planet.

NHDRO will see a full slate of Pro Street contenders on a premium, Kyle Lang-prepped track—perfect for 220+ mph, six and a half second turbo and nitrous streetbikes. Gabe Frederick, Frankie Stotz, Dave Roisen, nitrous-huffing Gaige Herrara, and trailers-full of badass, Quicktime Racing, side-mount turbo, Suzuki Hayabusas ridden by Rudy Sanzottera, Brad Christain, Brett Ware, Jeff Lindeman, Kieth Bobo, and Matt Moen, will all be seeing competition for the first time this year.

Pro Ultra 4.60 champion Smokin’ Joe Rodney will have a tough time defending his title against an ever-growing field in the world’s quickest eighth mile, two wheel index class. Runner-up Broderick Jackson, former champ Les Stimac, the whole I-65 crew of Deshawn Wheeler, Jeff Jones, and many, many more.

Likewise, Kentuckian Joe “Big” Deck knows that keeping his Hardcore Cycles Top Gas championship will be a major achievement indeed. 8.20 index studs like Kounselor Kenny Schwartz, Mike and Heather Wagner, David “Skywalker” Thompson, Dustin “Biscuits” Lee, Michael D’Addio, Jeremy Teasley and more will all be aiming for Deck.

Crazy Comp champ David Beshara can choose to defend his BB Racing crown in one or both of 8.90 Super Comp or M2.Shocks 8.70 Quick Street—the classes replacing Crazy Comp. The 8.70 index class will be streetbikes only, while Super Comp will allow both wheelie bar and no-bar bikes.

Street Fighter champion Ron “Ju-Jitsu” Arnold will have to pick up the pace a bit, as the retired 9.50 Street Fighter class is now Dirty 30 9.30 index for streetbikes.

Kevin Dennis Insurance Street ET champion “Biscuits” Lee and MPS Pro ET champ Dalton Markham will have huge fields to overcome, including many of the racers already mentioned.

NHDRO welcomes several new classes, including the first, full, quarter mile round of the much-anticipated HTP Super Stock class. A modern riff on the old Prostar Supersport class, Super Stock will allow the best jockeys and most subtle and “creative” tuners to rise to the top. Patrick Cooper, Dustin Clark, Robert Sprague and maybe even former NHRA Pro Stock Motorcycle champ LE Tonglet are looking forward to competing at the event.

By contrast, the 240-pounds-and-over riders of NHDRO’s new Pro Supreme class would sink like anchors if thrown into the water. But put these graceful big men in the seat and on the clutch and watch them float like summer butterflies in this no-points class.

NHDRO True ET is also a no-points class, and features true OEM hand clutches. $50 entry gets you a chance to cart off the winnings in this 100 percent payback class.

Kids have always played a big, participatory part of the NHDRO family, but for the first time they’ll have their own class—Hard Times Parts and Service Jr. Dragster. Light ‘em up and let ‘em loose!

And of course, VooDoo Grudge punctuates the day and caps off the night with the Midwest’s hottest and ready-to-race gamblers. Joey Jobbe, Money Mike Studebaker, Wiggle, Hot Boy, Dre Buckets, Lucky Nemo, Brad Holland, Josh Keller, Ke Ke Jones and more will all be taking stripes for stacks.

Racers from all other series are welcome to come shake off the cobwebs, blow out the rust, and pick up some timeslips. Now is the time to race and NHDRO is the place!

Find out more about NHDRO at http://www.nhdroracing.com/

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

BILLY RAY HEADS FOR THE MOUNTAINS–NEW YORK, N.Y. – Busch, the beer brewed for the great outdoors, has extolled the beauty of America’s landscapes using music and song since its founding in 1955, developing iconic jingles for its ad campaigns such as ‘Head for the Mountains’ in the 1980s.

Today, inspired by the creativity Americans across the country showed while staying indoors this spring, Busch is announcing a new campaign to bring that very song to the fore again, and is enlisting the support of rock legend and two-time 2020 GRAMMY® winner Billy Ray Cyrus and one lucky Busch fan to do so.

Starting today through July 5, Busch is giving its fans the chance to remake its ‘Head for the Mountains’ jingle, with one person taking home a $10,000 contract from Busch to have their version featured in an upcoming ad. To help determine the winner, Busch is partnering with rockstar Billy Ray Cyrus, who kicked off the campaign with a rendition of his own. In addition to identifying the winning entry, Cyrus will help him or her hone their skills with a 1:1 coaching lesson before recording the final version.

“Every Busch fan has undoubtedly heard ‘Head for the Mountains’ and can probably recall seeing the ad on TV back in the day,” said Daniel Blake, VP of Value Brands at Anheuser-Busch, “We wanted to give these fans the opportunity to tap into their creativity and record their own rendition, and with a legend like Cyrus providing inspiration and coaching the winner, we’re eager to hear an updated version almost 40 years later.”

“I have fond memories of those ads. The ‘Head for the Mountains with Busch’ chorus is totally nostalgic!” said Billy Ray Cyrus, “We had a great time in the studio recording the song and the opportunity to work alongside the winner to help hone their skills is really cool.”

The lyrics of the ‘Head for the Mountains’ song can be found on the Busch Instagram page @BuschBeer and are written out on Busch.com/mountains. To enter, fans can submit their version of the jingle on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter or YouTube using the hashtags #HeadForTheMountains and #Contest. Submissions are open from June 23 – July 5, 2020. Follow @BuschBeer on Twitter and Instagram to learn more.

HEAD FOR THE MOUNTAINS OFFICIAL RULES
No purchase or payment of any kind necessary to enter for a chance to win. A purchase or payment of any kind will not increase your chances of winning. The contest is intended for viewing in the fifty (50) United States and the District of Columbia only and will be governed by United States law. Void where prohibited. See official rules at busch.com/mountains & details.

MRF YOUNG ACTIVIST AWARD NOMINATIONS OPEN FOR 2020 AWARD–WANTED: Nominations needed from a State Motorcycle Rights Organization (SMRO) for a Young Activist to attend the Meeting of the Minds Conference (MOTM) in Indianapolis, IN All Expenses Paid.

What is a Young Activist? A Young Activist is a person between the ages of 18 and 30 who has expressed an interest in, and devoted time and energy to their chosen passion involving motorcycling. Motorcycle Riders Foundation Awareness & Education, Inc. (MRFA&E) would like to be able to present this award to a Young Activist this year. But we need candidates.

In addition to the age requirement mentioned above the successful candidate for this Scholarship also needs to be nominated by the SMRO. The young person must be a member of that organization and have a valid motorcycle endorsement.

The nominee must also submit a minimum three hundred (300)-word essay on why biker’s rights are important to them. A well written essay from the heart is like a picture or blueprint of who the candidate is; coming directly from the candidate, this gives the MRFA&E Board of Directors a better perspective of the individual.
After all the work what does the winning nominee(s) receive?

One-year membership to the Motorcycle Riders Foundation, Inc. (MRF), effective the first full day of the MRF’s MOTM Conference during the year of the award.
Travel Expense paid by MRFA&E to the MRF’s MOTM.

Hotel accommodations at the MOTM. Accommodations will include the hotel room only. Telephone, food, movie rentals, etc. will be the sole responsibility of winning candidates.

MOTM registration and banquet fees are paid by MRFA&E.

Special recognition at the MRF’s MOTM. Said recognition will include a plaque, presentation of one-year membership in MRF, and other items or activities as approved by the MRFA&E Board of Directors.

Award winner needs to be available to assist MRFA&E at the MRF’s MOTM conference.

What is the time frame? All nominations with the application and essay must be submitted along with a Young Activist Scholarship Fund Nomination Form no later than July 15. You can find the nomination form at www.mrfae.org.
If you have questions, contact: Paulette Korte secretary@mrfae.org
Submitted by Deborah Butitta, MRFAE Chairman

ZACK’S 883 UPGRADED—With New used S&S teardrop air cleaner. We recently fixed Zack’s wrecked 2001 Sportster with a Screamin’ Eagle 1200 kit, a Mikuni carb and an S&S Teardrop air cleaner.

https://www.bikernet.com/pages/story_detail.aspx?id=14652&id=14652

We installed their new Mini air cleaner on the 1200, but Zack kept the stock S&S chromed Teardrop air cleaner and decided to install it on his later model 883 Sporty. Here are a couple of shots of the upgrade. It’s against the code to allow any S&S part go unused.

–Bandit

VA HELPS WOMEN VETERANS—Did you know the suicide rate is higher for women vets than males.

In this time of physical distancing, VA knows it’s easy for women Veterans to feel isolated. Life plans and health can change in an instant. That is why VA is working to remove barriers and improve access to essential services. These services include reproductive health care, refilling prescriptions, and accessing the Veterans Crisis Line and Women Veterans Call Center.

As states and cities across the nation have issued stay-at-home orders, VA encourages Veterans enrolled in VA health care to take advantage of our virtual tools to access care. These include secure video appointments from home, mobile health apps and online appointment requests.

For example, VA Video Connect allows Veterans to connect with their care team and have a face-to-face visit with their doctor. Veterans can also refill their prescriptions by sending their doctor a secure message through My HealtheVet. Using virtual tools, Veterans can avoid exposure to the coronavirus and keep their loved ones and fellow Veterans safe. Veterans can send a message to their providers or contact their local VA medical center to learn more about what telehealth services are available.

Information on contraception
VA also encourages women Veterans staying at home to speak to their providers about contraception. Currently, women Veterans can receive a one-year prescription for oral contraceptives (three months dispensed and three refills). For convenience, Veterans can meet with their doctor regarding reproductive health through VA’s telehealth services.

The Women Veterans Call Center (WVCC) is also here to help answer questions about VA benefits and services. Call or text the WVCC at 1-855-VA-WOMEN (or 1-855-829-6636) Monday through Saturday.

VA’s Intimate Partner Violence Assistance Program (IPVAP) is still available to help women Veterans, their partners, and VA staff impacted by intimate partner violence (IPV). The National Domestic Violence Hotline is an important resource for anyone experiencing IPV.

For more information on how women Veterans can safely receive assistance for IPV, call the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-800-799-SAFE or visit the VA website to find out how to speak to a local IPVAP coordinator.

Number for Veterans Crisis Line
VA is dedicated to helping Veterans maintain their mental health and well-being during the COVID-19 pandemic and all year round. Consequently, it gives Veterans the tools, resources and information they need. VA’s mental health website (mentalhealth.va.gov/) helps Veterans manage stress and anxiety. The VCL is available 24/7. Women Veterans who need to speak to someone urgently can contact VCL. They can call 1-800-273- 8255 (Press 1) or text “838255” for a confidential chat.

Visit VA.gov for more information about women’s health care. Also, for the latest VA updates on COVID-19 and tips on preventing its spread, visit https://www.va.gov/coronavirus.

VA’s Women’s Health Services Office is part of The Women Veterans Health Program, created in 1988, to streamline services for female Veterans to provide more cost-effective medical and psychosocial care. VA’s Women’s Health Services Office provides programmatic and strategic support to implement positive changes in the provision of care for all women Veterans.

–VA

Good News: Senate Passes
Great American Outdoors Act
Outdoor recreation got a major boost last week when the U.S. Senate passed the Great American Outdoors Act, which would address the $20 billion maintenance backlog on federal public lands and would fully fund the Land and Water Conservation Fund.

“Trails and facilities on our public lands have deteriorated after years of wear and tear and insufficient funding,” said Scott Schloegel, MIC senior vice president of government relations. “The GAOA will help fix that, improving access for motorcycle, ATV, and side-by-side enthusiasts, families, and everyone who wants to enjoy the outdoors safely and closer to home in many cases. It will also help reinvigorate the outdoor recreation economy, which, before the coronavirus pandemic hit, contributed $778 billion to the U.S. economy.”

–MIC

STURGIS MOTORCYCLE MUSEUM RALLY SPACES AVAILABLE

Vendor spaces are available in different sizes on both Main Street and Junction Ave. Contact us for more details at 605-347-2001 or info@sturgismuseum.com.

The Sturgis Motorcycle Museum & Hall of Fame is a 501(c)3 non-profit located right in the heart of the Rally.

Vendor Details:
Vendor & Sales Tax licenses must be purchased separately through the City of Sturgis

Lot rent is $12/sq. ft.
Power & water available
No camping on the lot
Spaces are available on a first come first serve basis

NATIONAL MOTORISTS ASSOCIATION ALERT–SIX Things You Should Immediately Do after Driving over an Animal

By Johnathan David ,

We hope this never happens to you, but there is a real risk that one day you may drive over an animal while driving.

It’s dreadful, awful, and sometimes downright heartbreaking.

Because these situations can be overwhelming and, unfortunately, are all too common, we put together this guide that will teach you the smartest and safest course of action to take if you ever hit an animal with your car.

Stay Calm
Pull over with your hazards on as soon as there is a safe location to do so.

Take stock of your surroundings. Check the road, the volume of traffic, and where the animal is. If it is safe to do so, get out of your car to assess the animal.

Take a few deep breaths and talk yourself through your next steps.

Obviously, if you or anyone in the car is seriously injured due to the collision, the first thing you should do is call emergency services.

What Kind Of Animal Did You Hit?
The next steps you take will depend on what species of animal you hit with your car. An action plan to help an injured domestic dog or cat will differ significantly from what you can do for a dead squirrel.

If you hit a domestic animal such as a dog, cat, goat, cow, pig, or sheep, you should treat it as if you had hit a person.

Even if you were not at fault for the accident, you could get in legal trouble for driving away without attempting to help the animal and notifying authorities.

The law varies depending on the state you are traveling. Generally, though, since pets are considered personal property, you could be charged with animal cruelty or failing to notify the owner of property damage if you drive away.

Call the Authorities

Your next step should be to call the police and/or animal control for further advice and assistance.

Whether you are speaking with the police or animal control, they will likely ask you to assess the animal’s injuries.

Even if you’re not a veterinarian, you can look to see if the animal is breathing and bleeding. Watching to see if the animal’s body moves up and down is one of the best ways to check from a distance if the animal is still alive.

Remember that if it is alive, the animal is likely injured and scared, and may try to bite or scratch you if you get too close.

If you have a small dead wild animal such as a bird, squirrel, or snake on your hands, there’s unfortunately not much you can do. If the remains are in the roadway, safely move them off the road, so that scavengers aren’t at risk of themselves being hit by cars.

Take the Animal to the Vet

These next steps will depend on the kind of animal and the extent of their injuries. The animal control official you speak with will advise you what to do based on the situation.

If you are dealing with a small domestic animal like a cat or dog and you can safely transport it, and you may be asked to take it to the vet.

If you are taking the animal for help, don’t offer it any food or water, unless a trained professional tells you to do so. The animal may need treatment that involves an operation under anesthetic, and should not be ingesting food or liquids.

Wait for help

If the animal needs care, but you are unable to move it or transport it, then it’s essential to stay with the animal until help arrives.

If you leave the scene, animal control may not be able to find the exact location of the animal until it’s too late.

While you are waiting, cover the animal with a towel or a blanket to try to keep it warm and calm.

If you are on a particularly busy road, others may stop to help. You can use this to your advantage to create a safety barrier between traffic and you and the animal.

If the animal is in the middle of the road, animal control may advise you to gently move the animal to the shoulder, where it is safer.

If the animal in question is large, this may not be possible. Additionally, wild animals can carry diseases, and you may not want to risk being bitten, scratched, or clawed.

If you hit a large animal, assess whether your vehicle is safe to drive or you need to organize a tow truck and transportation for yourself and any passengers.

We hope you never have to use this information, but accidents like this happen all the time, and it’s better to know what steps to take than to find yourself in a situation unprepared.

If you take one thing from this article, make it this: never drive away from an animal you hit. What you thought was a fox could be someone’s beloved cat. The bird you thought was dead might be injured and suffering. Follow these steps to help the animal, however, you can.

Johnathan David has been a reptile hobbyist since childhood. He has years of experience in herpetoculture and has cared for geckos (2 gargoyles), skinks (blue tongue) and a frog (poison dart).

–NMA

2020 RED CROSS Summer Fund Drive

Right now, all of us continue to cope with much uncertainty during these difficult times. With the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, we need to be more vigilant than ever.

Helping people is at the heart of our mission, and the American Red Cross is here to provide relief and support to families, no matter what crises they face.

We’ll stay strong throughout the summer, responding to disasters like wildfires and floods, training people in lifesaving skills like first aid and CPR, and providing blood and platelets to patients in need. And we need your help to make that happen.
We have a goal of raising $100,000 by midnight of June 30, to make sure we have the resources we need to face the emergencies, big and small, that come our way this summer. Keith, your donation today can help us meet this crucial Summer Fund Drive goal.

Here’s just a glimpse of what we will do in the months ahead:

Shelter
Provide families with shelter and support when disasters strike.
Service Armed Forces
Offer virtual mental health services to members of the armed forces, veterans and their families.
Blood Drive
Collect lifesaving blood to help meet patient needs across the country.
First Aid

Train people through online CPR and First Aid classes so families are prepared even during the COVID-19 pandemic.
We need to be ready to do all that and even more. No emergency is insurmountable, and with your support, we can make sure we’re there for them all. Especially during these difficult times, your compassion and outreach are a lifeline for those with nowhere else to turn.

Our mission is driven by a concern for humanity. Our work does not discriminate. Now, more than ever, we need to care for and support one another.

Please make your gift today to help us meet our summer goal. Your gift makes all the difference for families facing urgent challenges this summer.

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NEWS FROM THE TWISTED ROAD–When I first tell people about my motorcycle rental company, I often hear one of two reactions:

I already have a motorcycle—why would I want to rent someone else’s?

I’m not ever letting anyone else ride my bike

Although we aren’t going to cover #2 in this post (we’re actually going to cover it in a separate post shortly) we are going to explain the reasons why people rent motorcycles.

If you’re not yet familiar with our company, Twisted Road pairs riders with motorcycles so they can rent and ride. What makes us unique? All of our motos are privately owned. Think of it as Airbnb for motorcycles, or Turo for motorcycles.

So back to the original question—why would you ever need to rent a bike?

Reason 1: You just need a bike to ride
There are plenty of people who have a motorcycle license but no longer have a motorcycle. Maybe they couldn’t afford to keep the bike anymore. Or perhaps they had kids and their spouse asked that they don’t ride. Or maybe the bike got into an accident and they haven’t repaired it. Yet.

But the world doesn’t stop because someone sold their bike. People still ride in groups, rent motorcycles in California, and take an annual pilgrimage to the Sturgis Motorcycle Rally.

So, when these former riders get the itch, they rent a moto. Makes sense, right?

Reason 2: You need a bike when you travel

There are six disappointing words that all riders have said: “I wish I had my bike.” I first muttered these words when traveling in the Grand Canyon on vacation. Three bison crossed the road in front of me. While I was in my car. And because there weren’t rental options nearby, I had to see The Grand Canyon (and Bryce, and Zion) on four wheels, not two.

It can be time consuming and impractical to ride everywhere. What if you want to rent a motorcycle in Alaska? Or need a motorcycle rental in Hawaii? Or you live in Oregon and want to go motorcycle riding in San Diego? You no longer need to ride (or trailer) your bike, but instead can rent locally.

Reason 3: You want to test ride before you buy.

So, you find the bike you love on Craigslist. Or Facebook. Or the dealer. And you want to ride it before you spend your cold hard cash. Right? Not so fast, cowboy. Private owners almost never allow test rides, and although some dealers do (emphasis on some) a motorcycle test ride lasts about 20 minutes. Tops.

But this is a bike! You need to know how it feels. How the riding position is. Do you cramp up after 2 hours of riding? How does it do when riding slowly through your town? Or on the highway? Riders know this risk, so they rent bikes to do an “extended test ride” first. Paying $200 to test ride the Harley LiveWire for a whole day before spending $35,000 is money well spent. In fact, even if you need to add a plane ticket, food, and a hotel so you can fly to LA and test ride it, it’s still worth it.

Reason 4: You feel like trying something different

We all want to ride something new, right? I mean, you own a Harley Fat Boy but really want to ride a Triumph Thruxton for a day. Or you have an Indian Scout bobber in the garage but really want to see what it’s like to ride the new Honda Africa Twin. It’s expensive to own all of these bikes, especially if you don’t have room to store them. It’s even more costly if you don’t have an understanding spouse. So with rentals, people ride something new. They have fun. They cheat on their bikes. (But nobody has to know, right?)

Undefined

There are plenty of reasons to rent a motorcycle, but only one reason to ride. It’s not to get from point A to point B. It’s not to commute. We ride to live—to experience all the sensations of the world on two wheels.

Now that you have some reasons to rent a motorcycle, check out Twisted Road to see what bikes are available to rent where you live, or where you want to travel.

THE DIME BAG NEWS–Thanks for keeping me aligned, especially with my kids.

I got shipment of leather and foam. I got to finish at seat for Hays Cycles. Got some 4-5 oz leather for the Dimebag Leather Wallets. I still need to find help with the four-strand, round braid and find some clasps for a wallet chain. Need to order two heavy steel stamps with Dimebag Leather logo to fit the wallets and time-cover.

Also doing a hand-tooled leather seat for the FXR Show at the Buffalo Chip in Sturgis. And lots more Dimebag product development.

All the Best
–AC

THREE CUSTOM BUILDERS TAKE HOME AWARDS FROM
HARLEY-DAVIDSON’S ‘THE NO SHOW’

June 21st marks the end of Harley-Davidson Motor Company’s first-ever week-long motorcycle show hosted on the brand’s Instagram page that featured builders invited by Harley-Davidson and the postponed Mama Tried, Congregation Vintage Bike & Car, and Born-Free motorcycle shows. After seven days of custom motorcycles being rolled out from 60 builders from across the world ranging in style, era, and geography, three standout builds are claiming titles.

Each awarded builder has set the bar in creating a custom bike that is fine-tuned, distinctively their own, and creatively designed. While they are all celebrated for their achievements in ingenuity, artistry, self-expression, and ability to pave a new road in customization, one winner was chosen in each of the following categories to receive an award created by Harley-Davidson designers:

· Media Choice Award: chosen and presented by a journalist panel from industry-leading motorcycle publications.

· H-D Styling & Design Award: chosen and presented by Brad Richards, vice president of styling & design at Harley-Davidson and long-time garage builder.

· Harley-Davidson Museum Award: chosen by museum staff and presented by Bill Davidson, vice president of the Harley-Davidson Museum and great-grandson of Harley-Davidson’s Co-Founder William A. Davidson.

Taking home the Media Choice Award is Ben Zales of Burbank, California for his custom 1963 Harley-Davidson® Panhead motorcycle.

The journalist panel applauds the bike’s uniqueness and its ’60s era style with an attention to design that effortlessly flows together and is reflective of Zale’s top-notch craftsmanship.

Zales fabricated the bike in his home garage and built the tank, pipes, seat, and controls. He also designed the tear-dropped oil tank to align with the gas tank, kicker pedal and seat. Zales’ artistry is widely known as he is a Born-Free 10 and 11 invited builder as well as a Mooneyes Hot Rod Custom Show 2019 invited guest. View a walkaround of the bike on Instagram here.

The H-D Styling & Design Award goes to Michael Lange of Waukesha, Wisconsin for his customized 1921 Harley-Davidson Banjo Two-cam Board Track Racer. Lange converted a single-cam Harley-Davidson motorcycle into a twin cam and fabricated the cam chest and cover, gear rack as well as the cam shafts, gears, and oil pump.

The bike also features factory racing cylinders, casting from a board track racer, and the gas tank is hand fabricated. Richards, of Harley-Davidson’s styling and design team, drew from Willie G. Davidson’s coined phrase, “form follows function, but both report to emotion,” when choosing Lange’s build. “The custom build stood out for its beauty, but also as a pure racing machine with a re-engineered motor that keeps the bike performing,” Richards describes of the build. Lange has been an invited builder to every Mama Tried Motorcycle Show since its inception. View a walkaround of the bike on Instagram here.

Receiving the Harley-Davidson Museum Award is Christian Newman of Buffalo, New York for his ultra-narrow, all stainless-steel custom 1940 Harley-Davidson Knucklehead motorcycle that he designed and fabricated. H-D Museum staff selected Newman for the ingenuity behind all the stainless hand-built components as well as the narrowing of the transmission 2” and running the oil through the frame, feed, return, and vent. The bike also features a sprocket and rotor outside of the frame, girder fork, open rockers, and vintage glass lenses in scratch-made housings. The bars, grips, and controls are handmade. Newman is also a Born-Free 12 invited builder showcasing his talents at the show. View a walkaround of the bike on Instagram here.

Those who missed the show can visit Harley-Davidson’s Instagram page to scroll through the array of bikes and tap into their favorites where they’ll see a personal video of each builder walking them through his or her masterpiece. A virtual “stage” to listen to acoustic sets is also still available as well as a “merch booth” featuring ultra-limited-edition The No Show t-shirts that can be purchased while supplies last, with 100 percent of t-shirt sales going directly to benefit invited builders.

Royal Enfield Gears Up for Racing– Johnny Lewis and ladies of the BUILD TRAIN RACE program prepare to hit the track

August will mark the return to racing for American Flat Track (AFT) and Royal Enfield. Royal Enfield will debut its FT racer at AFT Rounds 5 & 6 on August 28-29, when Moto Anatomy’s Johnny Lewis takes the track for the first time in the Production Twins class.

Lewis planned to unveil the concept FT at the Daytona AFT round in March, but due to COVID-19, the races were rescheduled. Despite the AFT season being temporarily postponed, Lewis is logging hours at his Center Hill, Florida training facility on the Royal Enfield FT concept. With the help of Royal Enfield, Harris Performance and S&S Cycle, the development of the FT has continued. Lewis will officially present the Royal Enfield FT at Volusia County Speedway on July 17.

“The Royal Enfield FT concept has already shown promise so far.” said rider and team owner Johnny Lewis. “We’re already seeing great results from the motorcycle. The team at Harris Performance and Royal Enfield have done a great job with the chassis, and we’ve already begun working through small adjustments based on my feedback. With the way the schedule is shaping out with small tracks, we could surprise many people.”

Lewis will be joined by the all-female BUILD TRAIN RACE participants at the Atlanta Short Track race at Dixie Speedway October 2-3 and the AFT season finale in Daytona Beach October 15-16. During these rounds, the women will conduct a special exhibition aboard their custom INT650 flat track motorcycles as part of the AFT event schedule.

Fans will also have multiple opportunities to ride Royal Enfield motorcycles during the AFT season. The full lineup of Royal Enfield motorcycles will be available for rides throughout the remainder of the AFT season to consumers with a valid motorcycle license. Additionally, Lewis will host a Royal Enfield Slide School at select rounds. During the Slide School sessions, participants will receive coaching from Lewis and learn the basics of flat track aboard track prepped FT411 Himalayan motorcycles.

2020 Slide School Dates

July 19: Center Hill, FL following Volusia AFT
August 8: Cleveland, OH
September 13: Gettysburg, PA following Williams Grove AFT
October 6: Travelers Rest, SC
October 18: Center Hill, FL following Daytona AFT

To learn more about the demo tour and the Slide School program, visit www.royalenfield.com/us/en/himalayan-flat-track/.

WE HAVEN’T GIVEN UP ON HAL ROBINSON—Marie is working on bandana art sporting Hal Robinson illustrations. We have some of Hal’s art on three t-shirts, and if you like the art you can buy a frameable print to go with the T-shirt.

Not bad, and he was one of the Easyriders masters. He long passed into his art studio in the sky.

–Bandit

TEXAS WEATHER REPORT–Don’t you just love to unpack stuff I haven’t seen in years. Wish I still had all those AEE Magazines and the first 10 Easyriders Magazines!

Although a bit young when they hit the stands, the lady at the Weingarten’s didn’t know or didn’t care?

Yesterday morning’s view, no redhead, no vodka crazy, life keeps moving.

–RFR

That’s one of the Codes: Life is always changing. And it’s always coming and going. Here’s the perfect example. Chinese prostitutes in Deadwood 1800s.

And a new candidate for our house in Deadwood, today. —Bandit

QUICK, OPEN THE BANDIT’S CANTINA BAD JOKE LIBRARY–I tried to sue the airline for losing my luggage. I lost my case.

I went to buy some camouflage trousers yesterday but couldn’t find any.

I can’t believe I got fired from the calendar factory. All I did was take a day off.

The man who survived pepper spray and mustard gas is now a seasoned veteran.

Will glass coffins be a success? Remains to be seen.

‘I have a split personality’ said Tom, being Frank.

What did one flag say to the other? Nothing, it just waved!

–Wayfarer
Chief Correspondent
Bikernet News Bureau
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Green Light for PMRA in Tulsa This Weekend–Professional Motorcycle Racers Association (PMRA) returns to the track this Saturday, June 27, at Tulsa Raceway in Oklahoma. New PMRA director Shannon Mendenhall looks forward to welcoming all racers old and new, and sharing with them his vision for the venerable organization’s future.

The event will run a full program of the hottest dragbike classes in the region, including the wild, big tire, turbo Funnybikes, nitrous-huffing Pro Mods, and small-slick “streetbikes” of Pro Open. Defending class champ Mark Rendeluk will be fending off challenges from some major ballers like Shane “Showboat” Eperjesi on Robert Valera’s bike, Rob Garcia, Vince Testa, and the long-awaited return of Nigel Patrick.

“We are looking forward to competing with a great quality and caliber of men and bikes coming to Tulsa,” said Rendeluk. “We will be trying out something new for 2020, and if it works it may be a game changer for us!”

4.60 bikes are similar to their Pro Open big brothers, but cut their passes short at the eighth mile and hold to a 4.60 index.

Top Gas bikes run the full quarter with an 8.20 index, while Super Comp slows it down a touch to 8.90, and Super Gas further still to 9.90. Kirk Reeves, Ryan Schlup, and Jim Miller will defend those championships, respectively.

Pro Stagger 5.60/6.0 split, V-twin/Baggers, Grudge Outlaw, Pro ET, and Street ET fill out the line-up. Charlie Gaither is the defending champ of both Pro and Street ET.

Payouts are a 70/20 split, class sponsors will be announced at the race.

And when the PMRA program wraps up, racers will have another chance to race deep into the night during Mendenhall’s Midnight Motorcycle Drag Racing Series.

Mendenhall—AKA “Melonhead” or just “Melon”—is the owner of Cycleworld Powersports in Jenks, OK, and has a long history in motorcycle drag racing. His career stretches back to racing with the legendary Marshall and Vicki Farr of Farr’s Cycles in the IDBA and AMA/Prostar days.

But right now he’s most excited about taking PMRA back to the top. “I’m trying to bring motorcycle racing back like it was in the ‘90s and 2000s,” finished Mendenhall.

Whether you’re a fan or competitor, you won’t want to miss this opportunity to get back racing and be part of the new PMRA.

Tulsa Raceway Park is at 3101 N. Garnett Rd., Tulsa, OK 74116. Gates open Friday night the 26th at 6pm for test and tune. On Saturday, gates open up 8am, with testing 9am and qualifying at 10:30am.

Host hotel is the Hilton Garden Inn Midtown in Tulsa.

Questions? Email Shannon Mendenhall at cycleworldtulsa@gmail.com

This report was prepared by Tim Hailey with photos by Bland Bridenstine. Enjoy everything there is to read, see and watch about motorcycle drag racing and more at https://www.eatmyink.com

NEW FROM BILTWELL–AlumiCore Grips
A technical advancement in high-performance grip design for late-model Harley-Davidson motorcycles. Available in both Throttle-By-Wire and two-cable designs with replaceable TPV rubber sleeves with CNC-machined flanges and ends in black electroplated or polished finishes.

Internal wedge mechanism keeps clutch side from twisting and the TBW interface isn’t a glued in plastic contraption like most – it’s 6061 aluminum like the rest of the construction and built right in. What all that mumbo-jumbo means is that you get positive throttle control with a great-looking, long-lasting pair of grips!

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BRAND New Bikernet Reader Comment!–
NCOM Biker Newsbytes June 2020

https://www.bikernet.com/pages/NCOM_Biker_Newsbytes_June_2020.aspx

First, let me say I am not a racist, but I am not perfect either. Harley makes a statement on racism but forgets to mention their confederate edition bikes back in ’77.

I am not saying the confederate flags are a symbol of racism but how about cleaning your own house before taking a look at others!

–Stealth
mikethestealth@hotmail.com
Charlotte, NC

Kawasaki To Reproduce Cylinder Heads for 1970s Z1 Motorcycles–
Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A has announced that they will offer reproduced cylinder heads, manufactured in Japan, for the original 1970s Kawasaki Z1, KZ900 and KZ1000 models.

–Rider Magazine

ZEN WISDOM– “Leave your front door and your back door open. Allow your thoughts to come and go. Just don’t serve them tea.”

— Shunryu Suzuki

BIKER SERIES SHOOTING BEGINS--Hollywood producers casting for new series being shot in Malaga on Spain’s Costa del Sol.

Hollywood producers are back in Malaga on Spain’s Costa del Sol filming a new series which will be shot in the province and Almeria.

AFTER a lengthy break due to the coronavirus, television producers are back and looking for local talent to star in ‘Marked The Unforgiven,’ a series inspired by Hell’s Angels, adapted from the bestseller Marked written by George Christie, former president of the Hells Angels of Ventura, California.

Auditions will take place at the end of the month, and a date will be set on June 15 for castings at Miramar Hotel in Malaga and in the auditorium of the Guitar Museum in Almeria.

Wanda-Halcyon’s communications director, Laura Beltrán Jiménez, said producers “hope to launch some promising Spanish actors who want to participate in a Hollywood production that will be seen around the world,” adding that the production team is “excited to hire local talent whenever possible as part of our commitment to economic development in the region.”

In a statement, Hormiguea, the Spanish communications agency which promotes Hollywood productions, explained that Marked The Unforgiven is the story of former Navy recon sniper Jack Crest, who returns home to Ventura, California, from Afghanistan.

He becomes the protégé of ‘Big John’ played by George Christie, and the two form a motorcycle club comprised only of veterans: Marine Recon, Green Berets, Navy Seals, Delta Operators and a Coast Guard captain.

The production was the brainchild of Sutish Sharma, former BBC executive and CEO of New Street Pictures, Pinewood Studios, in London and Pat Andrew of Wanda-Halcyon Television, former executive of Spelling Entertainment Inc.

Andrew was recently named one of the top producers to watch in Europe in 2020.

THE SUPREME FOSSIL FUEL FILES–U.S. Supreme Court Rules U.S. Forest Service Can Approve Pipeline Under National Trail– The U.S. Supreme Court overturned a federal appeals court ruling that held the U.S. Forest Service (USFS) lacked the authority to allow a permit for the Atlantic Coast Pipeline (ACP) to cross beneath a portion of the Appalachian Trail in Virginia.

The $8 billion ACP would carry natural gas 600 miles from West Virginia to North Carolina to provide fuel for electric power along the east coast.

Where Authority Lies

The ACP would cross several federal lands, including national forests. The USFS granted federal permits along the route. Environmental groups sued to block the pipeline, saying the USFS lacked the authority to allow the ACP to cross under a small portion of the Appalachian Trail in Virginia. Under the 1968 Trails Act, the Department of the Interior designated the Appalachian Trail, which stretches from Maine to Georgia, as under the management of the National Park Service.

In 2019, the 4th Circuit Court of Appeals, in Richmond, agreed with plaintiff environmental groups, ruling the Appalachian Trail fell under the authority of the NPS, which the court found was barred by federal law from granting rights of way for energy development.

Led by Dominion Energy, the consortium of companies building ACP appealed the lower court’s decision to the U.S. Supreme Court, with the Trump administration joining, on both substantive and legal grounds.

Industry groups argued the pipeline would neither harm the environment nor disturb hikers, as it would be constructed 600 feet below the trail, going underground a half-mile before crossing beneath the trail and exiting a half-mile beyond the trail.

The Trump administration and the consortium also argued the 1920 Mineral Leasing Act (MLA) granted USFS, in this instance, the authority to approve rights-of-way for oil and gas production and transport.

USFS Authorization Affirmed

Joined by Chief Justice John Roberts and Justices Samuel Alito, Stephen Breyer, Ruth Bader Ginsburg, Neil Gorsuch, and Brett Kavanaugh, Justice Clarence Thomas authored a majority opinion reversing the 4th Circuit Court’s ruling, holding the Trails Act did not alter the USFS’s authority under the MLA to permit pipeline construction under the trail.

“We hold that the Mineral Leasing Act does grant the Forest Service that authority and therefore reverse the judgment” of the lower court, Thomas wrote.

The pipeline will have not harmed the environment, said ACP spokesperson Ann Nallo in a statement issued after the Supreme Court’s decision.

“For decades, more than 50 other pipelines have safely crossed the trail without disturbing its public use,” said Nallo. “The Atlantic Coast Pipeline will be no different.”

Having resolved this dispute, the consortium building ACP will now proceed to obtain the final permits for completion, saying it expects the pipeline to be operating by 2022.

Impact on Another Pipeline

It is likely the Supreme Court’s decision will reach beyond ACP’s particular case to allow the completion of a second pipeline.

The nearly completed 300-mile Mountain Valley Pipeline (MVP), running from West Virginia to southern Virginia, crosses the Appalachian Trail in the Jefferson National Forest. Work on it was halted after the 4th Circuit Court’s ACP ruling. With that decision overturned and the same authority at issue in the MVP case, the pipeline should now be able to proceed to completion.

Clarifying Authority

The new decision appropriately places permitting authority for crossing the Appalachian Trail where it belongs with the USFS, providing certainty to oil and gas developers, says Mark Burghardt, a partner at the international law firm Dorsey & Whitney, in a statement.

“This decision is very good for natural gas producers, pipeline companies, and natural gas consumers,” said Burghardt. “In the short term, it will allow development of the Atlantic Coast Pipeline [and] long term, it allows pipeline companies to plan routes with certainty on how to cross the 780-mile Appalachian Trail and will allow the development of natural gas fields in less-populated areas to the west.

“The environmental groups challenging the pipeline were not worried about damage to the trail, since this pipeline is located far underground. [They] are simply against fossil fuels,” Burghardt’s statement said. “This is the right decision. It is a common-sense, practical decision that adheres to the text and purpose of the Trails Act [which] simply does not express the intent to transfer control of the property at issue from the Forest Service to the National Park Service.”

Sterling Burnett, Ph.D. (hsburnett@heartland.org) is the managing editor of Environment & Climate News.

By Tara Rippin
Heartland Institute

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LIFESTYE DEAL OF THE WEEK–2018 Harley-Davidson FLHXS – Street Glide Special 115th Anniversary for $25,995.00

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With its batwing fairing and angular saddlebags, Harley-Davidson’s Street Glide—its top-selling Touring model in the U.S.—cuts an iconic profile. It was overhauled for 2014 as part of Project Rushmore, including a redesigned batwing fairing with a new Splitstream vent, a hydraulic clutch, a beefier fork, dual halogen headlights, a new audio system, redesigned saddlebags, One-Touch latches and ergonomic switches, fresh styling and more.

Street Glide has the original stripped-down hot-rod look that is often copied but has never been equaled. The Milwaukee-Eight 107 engine backs up the look with massive torque. The 107 runs smoother and it runs cooler. The ride is unmatched as well, thanks to the fully adjustable rear suspension and responsive front suspension and Reflex linked Brembo brakes with ABS.

You also get a BOOM! Box 4.3 radio that puts out 25 watts per channel and GPS. There’s a pride that comes from riding the original, and when it comes to the stripped down, hot rod look, that would be the Harley-Davidson STREET GLIDE.

ADDITIONAL EQUIPMENT:

Anniversary edition (#1311 of 1900) Denim Blue paint, beautiful eagle graphics, and raised tank logos looks new! It is dripping with black and totally awesome. Vivid black tank strap with graphic blue eagle face. Vivid black bars, mirrors and levers. Daymaker headlamp, vivid black smoked lense blinkers, complete vivid black forks on turbine wheels.

Black engine covers including rocker covers with a chrome band, vivid black and paint matching blue 107 air cleaner cover, cam with blue/black accented H-D logo. ABS and Rinehart Racing black exhaust. 2-up seat with quick detachable backrest and hardware in place to add a luggage rack. Vivid black engine guard and more anniversary eagle graphics on the bag. So much more, this one is really a must come see…

Just a few of the new standards for 2018:
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QUOTE OF THE WEEK—As a result of the freedom they have attained through knowledge of the truth, their thoughts are peaceful, their words are peaceful, and their deeds are peaceful.–Buddha

The need to advocate for motorists’ rights has grown during the time of COVID. NMA members need to be more vigilant than ever in home communities and home states.

This newsletter is a two-parter and comes from what we see trending nationally. This week, we look at speed limits, automated traffic enforcement, and street surveillance. Next week, the focus will be on police reform, infrastructure, tolls, and some positive things we see coming down the pike.

We would like to hear your views on what’s next. Please email us at nma@motorists.org.

Speed Limits

Before the current world health crisis, cities and towns were under pressure by Vision Zero and anti-car proponents to lower limits without regard for natural, safe driving speeds. The 85th percentile continues under critical review at all levels of government. The carcass of the 55 mph National Maximum Speed Limit even seems to be rising from the dead as calls for reinstitution of a federally mandated restrictive limit are growing.

Ironically, the Center for Disease Control announced at the end of May that personal vehicles are currently the safest way to get around in the current pandemic and after the country completely opens. (Of course, the agency later retracted this recommendation after pressure from anti-car activists.)

Automated Traffic Enforcement (ATE): Red-Light and Speed Cameras

Many cities have echoed the camera company party line in declaring ATE as a vital safety tool when it is no secret that the revenue from photo tickets is often a budget balancer for them. The coronavirus jolt to the economy may cause more cities to look at the deployment of cameras to fill budget gaps.

Several new types of automated cameras are becoming available as part of the policing tool chest. Green-light cameras combine red-light and speed camera technologies. Distracted driving detection cams mounted along roadways primarily detect whether a driver is using a cell phone while the vehicle is in motion. The Australian state of New South Wales began using the detection cameras this year. In the first two months of operation, more than $7.1 million in fines were issued to 21,000 drivers, or roughly the equivalent of 5 million US dollars.

Street Surveillance: Automated License Plate Readers, Surveillance Cams, Facial Recognition, Contact Tracing Apps on Phones, Drone and Airplane Surveillance

Big Brother and Sister are here, and they are not going away.

Automated License Plate Reader (ALPR) and Other Surveillance Cameras

Many cities around the country are either funding mobile (police vehicle) ALPRs or are putting the devices at the entrances and exits to their towns. Neighborhood groups now also use ALPRs, closed-circuit cameras, and personal Ring doorbell cameras to track traffic in and out of their subdivisions. Police ALPR use will only increase. Same with surveillance cameras, especially with civil unrest used as justification.

Facial Recognition

Facial recognition devices constitute the surveillance technology of choice in China. In the US, while privacy rights groups and even cities have started pushing back against rights violation issues surrounding the use of facial recognition as an enforcement tool, its implementation for identifying and tracking individuals on the streets and in their cars is on the rise.

Data gathered from facial recognition are already connecting to databases that contain personal information and biometrics gleaned from state DMVs. Privacy safeguards are not apparent.

The American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) recently filed a lawsuit against Clearview AI, a facial recognition company. Clearview allegedly collects and stores data without the owners’ knowledge and sold access to the data to other private companies and law enforcement. More privacy lawsuits like this will likely be filed against opportunistic companies in the future.

Facial recognition will become more important in the sharing economy, especially as a way to identify paying customers for rideshare and mobility services (that is if either come back to life after the pandemic).

Phone and Contact Tracing

Private companies are already tracing your movements by utilizing various apps that use location tracking. Do you use a weather radar app? The app needs to know where you are to give you the information about the local weather. That is a trace. Compound that with all the other phone apps that ask for your location—you get the picture.

As part of the surveillance response to the COVID-19 crisis, Apple, Google, and many other tech companies around the world are working on contact tracing apps. These phone-based programs will be used to show if you have the COVID-19 virus and will attempt to track all the people you came in contact with so that they can be tagged too. Coupled with thermal imaging cameras and other types of surveillance, you are likely to be tracked everywhere you go. Contact tracing apps have already been used to follow recent protesters.

Drone and Plane Surveillance

Police and other government agencies are using drones for various reasons: accident reconstruction, active shooter incidents, and other active incidents to gather intelligence. This includes using drones during recent protests.

Overhead surveillance by aircraft is being used in cities like Baltimore. The ACLU recently launched an ad campaign to advocate against the practice. Highway speed surveillance by plane will likely continue wherever allowed.

Of course, the future is not fixed. Many events can happen in a short time, such as what has happened in the past month in the wake of George Floyd’s death in Minneapolis. The subsequent worldwide protests and civil unrest are prime examples.

Next week in Part 2 of What’s Next for Motorists’ Rights, we will delve into police reform, infrastructure, and other possibilities that motorists’ rights advocates will welcome.

THE BANDIT’S CANTINA BAD JOKE LIBRARY IS WIDE OPEN, NO MASKS REQUIRED--A young monk arrives at the monastery. He is assigned to helping the other monks in copying the old canons and laws of the Church, by hand.

He notices, however, that all of the monks are copying from copies, not from the original manuscript. So, the new monk goes to the Old Abbot to question this, pointing out that if someone made even a small error in the first copy, it would never be picked up! In fact, that error would be continued in all of the subsequent copies.

The head monk, says, “We have been copying from the copies for centuries, but you make a good point, my son.”

He goes down into the dark caves underneath the monastery where the original manuscripts are held as archives, in a locked vault that hasn’t been opened for hundreds of years. Hours go by, and nobody sees the Old Abbot.

So, the young monk gets worried and goes down to look for him. He sees him banging his head against the wall and wailing.

His forehead is all bloody and bruised, and he is crying uncontrollably. “We missed the R. We missed the R! We missed the R!

The young monk asks the old Abbot, “What’s wrong, Father?”

With a choking voice, the old Abbot replies, “The word was …. CELEBRATE!”

–from Sam Burns

 RUDY TRAVELS THE WORLD ALONE ON A MOTORCYCLE–Rudy is the host and executive producer of 95 television episodes on the world’s great destinations that air on public television stations nationwide.

His television episodes also air in 121 countries in 22 different languages on Travel Channel International. He is well known as public radio’s “Savvy Traveler” and an award-winning contributing editor with National Geographic Traveler magazine.

He is a contributing editor to Delta’s SKY magazine and Artful Living, the Twin Cities’ lifestyle magazine. The voice of National Geographic Traveler’s “Walks of a Lifetime” podcasts, he also hosts America’s most widely syndicated travel radio show, “RM World Travel with Rudy Maxa and Robert & Mary Carey,” which airs weekly on 330+ mostly news/talk stations in North America.

The webcast is free and is Livestreamed on Monday, June 22nd, at 3 PM PST/6 PM EST. Nothing for sale. Just a great conversation and connection that gives us all a break from the insanity of news, protests, doomsday scenarios, and fear. To be sure, this journey is about hope, kindness, possibilities, and finding reasons to smile and laugh!

So please join me. Smile and laugh with us on this Monday! Please register for the JOURNEYS WEBCAST f with Panos Kyriazis by clicking this link now.
REGISTER NOW, IT’S FREE: http://register.journeyswebcast.com

The first ten episodes of JOURNEYS brought guests from South Africa, Ecuador, Uruguay, Turkey, Mexico, Croatia, Romania, LA, and Greece. And if you missed either of them, here are links to the YouTube replays; they’re entertaining, and you’ll enjoy watching. Be sure to like and comment if you can.

#1 South Africa: https://youtu.be/wiRg8qYmEMM
#2 Uruguay: https://youtu.be/D5FbjF05f8w
#3 Ecuador: https://youtu.be/TKadJzIfAEk
#4 Turkey: https://youtu.be/KVwl3PBoyJc
#5 Mexico: https://youtu.be/qfRvg3Vv8ME
#6 Croatia: https://youtu.be/nAy2w3sADzo
#7 Romania: https://youtu.be/71botZJGgtg
#8 Los Angeles (Kindness Diaries): https://youtu.be/6zbJpD1BX-w
#9 Athens: https://youtu.be/k0t7lpzvIEk
#10 Georgia: https://youtu.be/KHDKklCkVAc

In the meantime, I wish you, your family, and your close friends a safe journey through these challenging times. There is light, and there is hope, and together we can enjoy the journey. Please share this link with friends who you think would enjoy receiving updates on our weekly webcasts.

–Allan

FATHERS DAY TRIBUTE FROM LOWBROW–If you are a dad, know a dad or have a dad, you should celebrate!

Being a Dad can be tough… as all parents know, kids can be loud and annoying.
However, my daughters bring me pure joy on a daily basis. Nothing could replace the positive impact they make in my life.

Watching them discover the world is endlessly entertaining and sweet.
I’ve got two great Dads, and I see parts of them in myself. Thanks to both of them!
Much respect to all the Dads out there. We all need you!

–Tyler

INDIAN MOTORCYCLE’S NEW HEATED & COOLED SEAT FEATURES
INDUSTRY-FIRST TECHNOLOGY FOR SUPERIOR COOLING

All-New ClimaCommand Classic Seat Provides Heated Comfort, While Also Addressing the Age-Old Challenges of Warm-Weather Riding with Unprecedented Cooling Technology

Indian Motorcycle, America’s First Motorcycle Company, today announced a revolutionary new technology geared to improved rider comfort through a patent-pending system that delivers superior cooling for a more pleasant riding experience in warm weather.

The all-new ClimaCommand Classic Seat delivers both heating and cooling to riders and passengers and raises the bar for cooling thanks to three key elements:

•A proprietary thermoelectric module that pumps heat away from the rider

•A patent-pending ducting system for cooling the thermoelectric module

•Graphene, a highly conductive and flexible material that optimizes the distribution of heating or cooling while maintaining superior comfort

Indian Motorcycle’s thermoelectric technology is much more effective than the automotive market standard of HVAC convection systems. A critical performance benefit of the ClimaCommand technology is that it actually produces a surface that’s cold to the touch, rather than merely pushing cool air through perforations in the surface in the manner that HVAC system offerings operate.

“Despite advancements in heating and cooling for seats, we had yet to see a cooling technology that truly eliminated the discomfort of hot-weather, and with ClimaCommand, our engineering team has finally solved this problem,” said Ross Clifford, Vice President of Parts, Garments, and Accessories at Indian Motorcycle. “Our thermoelectric technology paired with graphene material is truly a game-changer, and another example of Indian Motorcycle bringing difference-making innovation to the market.”

To accomplish conduction heating and cooling, a thermoelectric module located within the seat directly regulates the temperature. Electricity is applied to a thermoelectric module, causing one side of the module to absorb heat and the opposing side to dissipate heat. By reversing electrical flow, the hot and cold temperatures alternate sides. A graphene material, which is a nanomaterial created from 100% carbon atoms, is then used to ensure the heating and cooling is dispersed throughout the entire seat.

The well-cushioned ClimaCommand Classic Seat delivers unprecedented comfort with Thunderstroke models. Independent rider and passenger controls (low, medium, high) allow the rider and passenger to remain in command of their heating and cooling levels. With no perforations, the seat’s vinyl cover is highly-durable and water and UV-resistant. Passengers can add more comfort with Armrest Pads and a Trunk Backrest Pad, both designed and developed to seamlessly pair with the new ClimaCommand Classic Seat.

It’s important to note that the ClimaCommand Classic Seat is not Ride Command-integrated. However, Ride Command-integrated versions of the ClimaCommand Seat will be available for the 2020 Chieftain and Roadmaster later this year.

The ClimaCommand Classic Seat is now shipping to dealers and available at IndianMotorcycle.com.

In addition to the all-new ClimaCommand Classic Seat, Indian Motorcycle is introducing an array of new parts and accessories for Scout and FTR 1200 models. New Semi-Rigid Scout Saddlebags allow Scout riders to pack for the long haul, while FTR 1200 riders can select from high or low mount carbon-fiber Akrapovic exhaust options, several new airbox tank cover options, new billet aluminum Rizoma mirrors, and a carbon fiber nacelle to enhance the high-performance design of the FTR 1200.

Riders can learn more at IndianMotorcycle.com or on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.

MRF NEWS: What’s this “Meeting of the Minds” & Why?

Thirty-six years ago, in a two-star hotel in St. Louis, Missouri, a handful of bikers gathered to “just talk.” Many of the freedoms motorcyclists enjoy today can be attributed to that first “Meeting of the Minds.” Without fail, the MRF has taken the commitment to protect those freedoms beyond “just talk.”

Now’s the time to use this link and register at Meeting of the Minds 2020. Hotel info is on the same site.

What’s this “Meeting of the Minds” & why?

It wasn’t until the third Meeting of the Minds that the original steering committee insisted on providing attendees with “How to” workshops with the nuts and bolts content that is now standard fare at all Meeting of the Minds conferences.

What’s this “Meeting of the Minds” & why?

How about 12 workshops? How about giving attendees more tools to deal with the pressing issues affecting freedom and motorcyclists’ rights? Profiling of motorcyclists because of association? Ethanol 15? Driverless Cars? How to use the media and public relations for our purposes?

What’s this “Meeting of the Minds” & why?

When every group in Washington, D.C., has a PAC, how about a workshop titled POLITICAL ACTION COMMITTEE?? WHY THE HELL DOES A BIKER NEED ONE? And in less than two hours, you’ll see why every biker organization advocating motorcyclists’ rights needs a PAC and you’ll go home with the tools to help your SMRO form one!

What’s this “Meeting of the Minds” & why?

Freedom! It’s blasted at you from your TV and screamed at you from the morning paper. The Motorcycle Riders Foundation, with the Meeting of the Minds Conference, takes freedom seriously and beyond the headline grabbers with a workshop “With Freedom comes Responsibility”.

What’s this “Meeting of the Minds” & why?

It’s motorcyclists’ rights advocates coming together to meet old friends, make new friends, hone skills that may have gone soft during the lockdowns. It’s brothers and sisters knowing about freedom and wanting more information on how to protect their rights, their motorcycles, and their lifestyles. Now’s the time to use this link and register at Meeting of the Minds 2020.

That’s what this Meeting of the Minds is all about. We endured the lockdown.?We social distanced. And the MRF never forgot why we were founded – to advocate and protect the rights of all motorcyclists. The 2020 Meeting of the Minds provides you with the tools to protect the freedoms you enjoy and get beyond the lockdown; see you in Indianapolis!!!  

HOLY MOLY—I dig South Dakota for the history, for the rally, for freedom and motorcycles.

I just got the WiFi hooked up and I’m scrambling to find my way. The lists are daunting, and the skies are blue and clear. There are contractors working on homes all around me, since the weather is clear.

We have six motorcycles headed this direction, two Indians, two Panheads, an Evo FLH and a 1926 Peashooter for the living room. I’ve had a motorcycle in my living room in my last four homes. Can’t break the tradition.

We are working on the second printing of Prize Possession. It’s a trip, but it’s coming together.

The action isn’t stopping because I’m hanging in Deadwood. When the Panheads arrive, I’ll be all over them. I’m taking the Redhead out to see the sights. And I can start working on the third Chance book based around Bonneville and the grungy LA marinas. But I can’t wait to write a book around Deadwood. The research begins…

In the meantime, ride fast and free forever.

–Bandit

Hey,

I could go in a lot of bummer directions today, but that misses the major point. We are absolutely living in the best of times, yet I suppose some folks are bored, so they need attack shit.

But I am moved by the brothers and sisters who recognize our flag, our monuments, our heritage and all the greatness flourishing in this country.

I’m hiding out in Deadwood, South Dakota and it’s crowded with folks and bikers who have come to smell the Jack Pine trees, ride through amazing highways, inhale the history of the Badlands and check the action in Sturgis.

We will get through this virus thing and party once more. In the meantime, the best things you can do to stay healthy and safe are to work out and ride motorcycles.

One of the bikes we shipped out, a 2015 touring Indian is in Vegas and the new owner can’t wait. He’s already figuring out what he can do to it. He built a sharp wooden platform so we can install my 1926 Peashooter in the house.

I’m trying to set up the garage, bought some welding supplies, need to find a bench and a few more tools.

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. Most recently Quick Throttle Magazine came on board.

NEWS FROM THE JIMS TEAM– Support American Manufacturing

The crew at JIMS wishes you all a great 4th of July weekend! Celebrate our Independence day by getting out and riding your motorcycle, that’s our idea of social distancing! It is important always, but especially now, to support American made products. Keep reading for news on our latest tools!

Milwaukee-Eight® Oil Pump Alignment Tool

Proper assembly of the cam chest is one of the most common tasks performed on Harley Davidson engines. Assembling the cam support plate along with the oil pump, gerotors, and pump cover to perfectly align with the pinion shaft flats all while properly seating the oil pump O-ring in the case can be a challenge for one set of hands. This new alignment tool, No.5838, is the perfect aid for the technician to either assemble as individual components with the supplied studs, OR as an assembly with the alignment dowel – saving time and money.

Late Model Dipstick Socket Insert

In 2012 Harley-Davidson changed the design of the oil dipstick from a “socket style” cap to a “finger grasp” cap design. Although this design feature is intended to make it easier for the owner or technician to remove the dipstick, often times it is still very difficult to remove. Sometimes the technician needs to remove the dipstick prior to the bike cooling down, or the dipstick is simply “stuck” and hard to remove. No longer should you risk damaging the dipstick cap with a set of pliers. Simply install this insert (No.760), in your existing JIMS dipstick socket tool (Part No.759), and remove the finger grasp cap easily with no chance of damage.

https://youtu.be/BVQAHKFmqwM

FLAG RAISING CEREMONY AT THE CHIP–Jim has various media and television stations in SD & surrounding states. He sent a news crew out last Friday to record our annual flag raising in the Freedom Field.

He was impressed enough to have this 7 minute 30 second video produced. He just called to advise he will be broadcasting it on all media from now through July 4th.

I just want to share it and hope you enjoy it.

–Woody
Mayor
Town of Buffalo Chip

RED CROSS REPORT–40 Million+ Meals Distributed in 15 Weeks:

Red Cross-Los Angeles Unified Partnership Concludes with School Year

Today, the American Red Cross Los Angeles Region completed a 15-week partnership with the Los Angeles Unified School District serving more than 40 million meals to students and families affected by the COVID-19 pandemic.

Red Cross LA partnered with the nation’s second largest school district, Los Angeles Unified, to serve breakfast and lunch to the more than half a million students affected by school closures. Starting March 18, more than 1,200 Red Cross volunteers reported to the Grab & Go sites working shits from 6 –11 a.m.

In addition, the Red Cross is working with other local partners to provide meals, and to date has:

Assembled more than 34,700 meals at the L.A. Food Bank warehouse in Commerce
Distributed more than 35,600 meals at YMCA centers of Metropolitan Los Angeles
Assembled more than 40,300 meals at Khalsa Care Foundation in Pacoima
Distributed more than 2,000 meals at Sowing Seeds for Life Food Bank in La Verne

Facing the new normal head-on, the Red Cross in Los Angeles has also continued its work though new avenues trying to reach the broader community:

Red Cross AmeriCorps members have educated more than 25,800 individuals about disaster preparedness when they picked up food at the L.A. Unified Grab & Go Food sites and the YMCA centers.
This has given children and adults access to COVID-19 safety information, how to make a disaster preparedness kit, and how to download Monster Guard, an emergency preparedness mobile app designed for children.

Red Cross educators have provided free virtual disaster preparedness classes to the community, presented in English and Spanish), with classes geared toward preparing children.

Sign up for a class at redcross.org/la-virtual.

For the latest information on how you can help the Red Cross, please visit redcross.org/la-covid.

VENTED DIPSTICKS

Feuling billet aluminum dipsticks vent/breathe excessive crank case pressure from the oil tank through a PVC style breather consisting of an oil separator system, perforated disc, replaceable filter element and umbrella flapper valve. Feuling vented dipsticks screw into the factory oil fill spout as a stock replacement part. These breathing dipsticks remove unwanted build-up of blow by pressure in the oil tank.

Blow by is pressure that is forced past the rings & cylinders, pushed into the crankcase & then forced back into the oil tank. Feuling dipsticks help remove this unwanted pressure through a Crankcase Ventilation System (CVS). Test results show a decrease in engine oil sump levels, more freely/smoother revving engine, increased MPG & decreased blow by.

WE INCLUDE 2 VENTING OPTIONS TO CHOOSE FROM WHEN INSTALLING OUR DIPSTICK.ENGINES

The Pandemic Paradox: Motorcycle Sales Are Up

Although the economy is mostly tanking, many segments of the powersports industry showed increased sales in April and May, largely driven by off-road machines.

Read in Cycle World: https://apple.news/AvtETp9-_QOyssGKV5_7kZA

–Geno

WHAT’S NEXT FOR MOTORISTS’ RIGHTS–The need to advocate for motorists’ rights has grown during the time of COVID. NMA members need to be more vigilant than ever in their home communities and states.

This newsletter is a reflection of what we see trending nationally. Last week in Part 1, we looked into our crystal ball at speed limits, automated traffic enforcement, and street surveillance. In Part 2, the focus is on police reform, infrastructure, tolls, and some positive issues we see coming down the pike.

We also want to hear your predictions of “What’s Next?” Please email your comments to nma@motorists.org.

Police Reform

After the death of George Floyd in Minneapolis, protests erupted in big cities and small towns around the country. Most protestors are demanding police reform and an end to police brutality. Why is this issue important to motorists? Most police interactions with the public are traffic-stop related.

The issue of police reform, transparency, and the role of enforcement will continue to be an issue in nearly every community. Both the US House and Senate are working on national police reform bills, and President Trump recently signed a related Executive Order.

The biggest concern for motorists in this police reform debate is that automated traffic enforcement does not become a default solution.

Infrastructure

Party politics dominate infrastructure at almost every level of government. Nationally, the Senate released last July a $287 billion plan to fix and maintain highways and bridges across the US. This month, the House offered its plan to tackle infrastructure after COVID-19 with an emphasis on maintenance, and increased funding for public transit. President Trump has also released an infrastructure plan that is receiving opposition due to the $1 trillion price tag.

States were struggling with funding infrastructure improvements before the pandemic crisis. Now, the situation has worsened due to the decrease in gas tax revenues during the pandemic.

Even though the Illinois gas tax will go up on July 1, the state’s DOT projected in early May that it could lose $560 million in revenue this year. Washington State similarly declared that up to 40 percent of revenue would be lost due to the crisis. The two states are not alone in delaying or canceling road projects for the remainder of the year.

How to pay for infrastructure and what kind of infrastructure to fund appear to be the two questions that very few elected officials (or political parties) can agree upon during this time.

Road Tolls, Congestion Pricing, and Road User Charges (ROC)

With the downturn in the economy, government officials and other bureaucrats will hawk road tolls and congestion pricing as the best way to pay for roads and other expenses. Some analysts claim that the gas tax is a nearly dead funding source due to the advent of electric vehicles and more efficient gas-powered cars. The situation isn’t helped by frequent raids on gas tax revenues by both state and federal officials to pay for various programs, including some not transportation related.

States are working hard to come up with answers on how to increase maintenance for older roads and bridges and investing in new infrastructure to support population growth. A prime example is the state of Michigan, which, before the pandemic hit, was already struggling with the magnitude of its infrastructure funding problem.

In 2019, state lawmakers had an open fight with Governor Gretchen Whitmer when she proposed a 45-cent increase to Michigan’s 26.3-cent fuel tax rate. She felt this was the easiest way to provide funds for road and bridge projects. Lawmakers disagreed, creating a six-month impasse until a plan for tolling roads in the state was hatched.

The Michigan Senate passed SB517, a bill that would establish a panel to investigate the feasibility of charging tolls on roads and bridges. That same bill has passed the House Transportation Committee, and now it’s on its way to the full House for a vote. The Governor was against tolls a year ago, and as recently as January said that she would like to see a number of funding sources for infrastructure.

Road User Charges, also referred to as a VMT (vehicle miles traveled) tax, continues to be seen as the alternative to the gas tax. If such a tax is ever implemented, this would mean that every mile you drive would be tracked and taxed.

We addressed the subject last year in this series of three newsletters:

Are we Slinking Ever Closer to a Universal Road User Charge?

Part 1 took a look at the national landscape
Part 2 examined what Congress was doing a year ago
Part 3 investigated regional and local efforts

Many cities will continue to push for congestion pricing. New York state lawmakers have already passed legislation for NYC to start the country’s first congestion pricing scheme. The state, though, has not yet received permission from the federal government to proceed. Boston, Washington, D.C., Los Angeles, San Francisco, and Seattle are toying with the idea.

Some Positive Issues for Motorists’ Rights

Civil Asset Forfeiture laws will continue to be reformed on the federal and state levels.

Overall traffic enforcement may be reduced as state, and local police resources are stretched thin due to budget cuts.
Rank-and-file police officers will feel more comfortable either whistleblowing or even suing police departments over ticket quotas.

Driverless and connected cars will not be deployed as predicted any time soon. There are too many algorithmic flaws and not enough funding to fix the road infrastructure to support them in the near future.

Many issues are ahead, and we need our readers of the Weekly E-Newsletter to support the efforts of the NMA and volunteers across the country who are standing up for motorists’ rights. Thank you for your support!

WILLIE IS ALREADY THINKING ABOUT BIKETOBERFEST--Here is the first draft of the Biketoberfest Ad, please let me know of any changes, corrections or additions.

–Rogue
Senior Editor
Bikernet.com

BRAND New Bikernet Reader Comment!–
BLUE SKIES BIKERNET WEEKLY NEWS for June 25, 2020

https://www.bikernet.com/pages/BLUE_SKIES_BIKERNET_WEEKLY_NEWS_for_June_25_2020.aspx

Great issue of the news but two comments. Firstly, I thought Stealth was being a bit precious with his Confederate comments about Harley-Davidson. It was okay back in the day to produce a Confederate model. It’s only the twisted snowflakes who get their panties in a knot trying to erase history. And secondly, Indian making the claim that their “HEATED & COOLED SEAT FEATURES

INDUSTRY-FIRST TECHNOLOGY FOR SUPERIOR COOLING”. Wrong, I’ve had one of Mike Corbin’s Fire & Ice saddles for well over a year now, so Indian is playing catch up.

— Doc Robinson
docrob@bigpond.com
Somerton Park, SA, Australia

Doc, how about a report about Mike’s seat. Is it using the same technology as the Indian seat?–Bandit

NEW ISSUE IS OUT FROM THE AMCA–
The current issue is in the mail now. If you are still awaiting the mail man and have not yet received your copy in the mail, you can click on the above cover image to see exactly the same magazine, containing every page, every story and every ad, from your desktop computer, your laptop, your tablet or even your phone!

If you’re a New Member or a recently renewed member whose membership expired before June 1st, your first (next) printed issue will be the following issue but please enjoy this digital issue this month.

For those in the U.S. you will receive your printed copy within days or may have already received it. Members in Canada and Mexico in a week or so and overseas in several weeks. Regardless of your postal services’ speed, everyone gets this version at the same time. Please note that due to the Coronavirus the U.S. Postal service is running very slow on periodic postage and Canadian and all Overseas postal services are experiencing double the time to receive magazines. Some may still be awaiting the previous issue. This is completely out of our control so please be patient.

The digital edition is an invaluable tool for members who want to find a story from an old magazine. As new magazines are posted, we are building up an archive of past issues you can refer to anytime, without fumbling through that stack of printed magazines in the corner of your shop.

All you’ll need to take advantage of this wonderful benefit is login at our website and start reading.

In the July/August issue, you’ll get:
— A look back at the Golden Age of four-cylinder motorcycles that actually began before the dawn of the 20th century.
— A virtual visit to the Perkiomen Chapter National Meet that wasn’t, as told through some of the motorcycles entered in judging there.
— An account of how this year’s Omaha Chapter National Meet turned Nebraska into the Sunshine State for one weekend in February.
— Plus, much more

QUICK, OPEN THE BANDIT’S CANTINA BAD JOKE LIBRARY–
My boss told me to have a good day. so, I went home.

Why is Peter Pan always flying? He neverlands.

A woman walks into a library and asked if they had any books about paranoia. The librarian says, “They’re right behind you!”

The other day, my wife asked me to pass her lipstick, but I accidentally passed her a glue stick. She still isn’t talking to me.

Why do blind people hate skydiving? It scares the hell out of their dogs.

When you look really closely, all mirrors look like eyeballs.

My friend says to me: “What rhymes with orange” I said: “No it doesn’t”

What do you call a guy with a rubber toe? Roberto.

What did the pirate say when he turned 80 years old? Aye maty.

My wife told me I had to stop acting like a flamingo. So, I had to put my foot down.

I couldn’t figure out why the baseball kept getting larger. Then it hit me.

–from Sam Burns
Official Librarian
Bandit’s Cantina Bad Joke Library

WILD NEWS FROM THE CLIMATE DEPOT–Green Guru Michael Shellenberger, formerly Time Magazine’s “Hero of the Environment’: “On behalf of environmentalists everywhere, I would like to formally apologize for the climate scare we created over the last 30 years. Climate change is happening. It’s just not the end of the world. It’s not even our most serious environmental problem. I may seem like a strange person to be saying all of this. I have been a climate activist for 20 years and an environmentalist for 30.

But as an energy expert asked by Congress to provide objective expert testimony, and invited by the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) to serve as Expert Reviewer of its next Assessment Report, I feel an obligation to apologize for how badly we environmentalists have misled the public.”

Some people will, when they read this imagine that I’m some right-wing anti-environmentalist. I’m not. At 17, I lived in Nicaragua to show solidarity with the Sandinista socialist revolution…I became an environmentalist at 16 when I threw a fundraiser for Rainforest Action Network…In my 30s I advocated renewables and successfully helped persuade the Obama administration to invest $90 billion into them…

Scientific institutions including WHO and IPCC have undermined their credibility through the repeated politicization of science.

Until last year, I mostly avoided speaking out against the climate scare. Partly that’s because I was embarrassed. After all, I am as guilty of alarmism as any other environmentalist…I remained quiet about the climate disinformation campaign because I was afraid of losing friends and funding.

But then, last year, things spiraled out of control. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez said “The world is going to end in twelve years if we don’t address climate change.” Britain’s most high-profile environmental group claimed “Climate Change Kills Children.”

And so my formal apology for our fear-mongering comes in the form of my new book, Apocalypse Never: Why Environmental Alarmism Hurts Us All.

It is based on two decades of research and three decades of environmental activism. At 400 pages, with 100 of them endnotes, Apocalypse Never covers climate change, deforestation, plastic waste, species extinction, industrialization, meat, nuclear energy, and renewables.

By: Marc Morano – Climate Depot

I immediately ordered this book.—Bandit

LIFESTYLE CYCLES DEAL OF THE WEEK–2013 Harley-Davidson FLTRX – Road Glide Custom for $14,995.00

see it here: https://www.lifestylecycles.com/default.asp?page=xPreOwnedInventoryDetail&id=8969957

2013 Harley Davidson street glide FLTRX

Candy Orange with Tan pinstriping

ONLY 39592 Miles !!!!!

*Candy orange paint
*Tan pinstriping
*Diamond stitch Danny Grey custom seat
*Upgraded Harley heal-Toe shifters
*Harley skull highway pegs
*Front L.E.D turn signals
*Open air high flow Air cleaner
*Freedom high flow true dual Header
*Freedom high flow slip-on’s
*Four point docking hardware
*103 cc V-twin
*6 speed Transmission
*Chrome gauge bezels
*Harley radio with handlebar controls
*21 inch flat bar meathook handlebars with internal wiring
*Braided Brake and Clutch cables
*Chrome passenger footpegs
*Color matched candy orange saddlebag latches
*Shorty antenna

This bike is flawless and perfect in every way!

This bike has passed Lifestyle Cycles rigorous 101 point safety and mechanical inspection. Whether your looking to commute to work, ride the coast or take that dream vacation, this bike is ready to go!!!

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NEWS FROM CHRIS— My husband Gabe’s 1946 Harley Flathead chopper he built has been selected to be in the 2021 Snap-On Snap Shots calendar! Pretty excited; I took the photo.

Also, I just bought a 1969 AMX with a hot 360 and 4-speed.

–Chris Gibbany
Moto-journalist/Event host/Bike builder
Old Iron Never Dies!

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STURGIS MOTORCYCLE MUSEUM–Hall of Fame Highlight Class of 2020

The Sturgis Motorcycle Museum & Hall of Fame is featuring Hall of Fame Highlights of this year’s outstanding new group of inductees. Here is a glimpse at what they had to say. For the full story join us at the 2020 Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony (tickets available at Museum website).

Congratulations and welcome to Allen Alvarez.

Allen’s passion for motorcycles combined with a solid work ethic has defined the last 45 years of his life. Allen worked his way from a young parts dealer to owner of Daytona Twin Tec, in 2001. Allen has developed an extensive network of friends in the industry and he recalls a time when he personally covered a small shop’s spring order so they could get on their feet, “I helped whoever I could,” he said.

Allen has had a hand in the success of so many businesses. What others tried to do and failed at, Allen made happen. What’s the secret to his success? “It’s not because I had a background in any of this. But I was already in the door. There was no one calling on the shops like I did. I went into places no one would go into and I treated everyone the same.”

The fact that Allen remains friends with so many of the people he’s met in his 45 years in motorcycling is a testament to that.

Wednesday, August 12

8:30 AM – 12:30 PM MDT

The Lodge at Deadwood
100 Pine Crest Drive

Deadwood, SD 57732

SALVATION ARMY: OFFICIAL CHARITY FOR THE VIRUS BUSTER RUN
We are very proud and incredibly excited to announce our official charity partner for the Virus Buster Run: The Salvation Army. The Sallies are an organization of tireless workers who build schools, hospitals and provide genuine community support around the world.

They’ve been in New Zealand since 1883 and since then have woven their kindness and community work into our kiwi identity: support your neighbour, offer a smile and lend a hand.

The Sallies recently created an online foodbank by teaming up with a Nelson-based developer and Countdown supermarkets. To donate users select a “food bundle” which includes essential ingredients for cooking. Once paid for Countdown delivers the donated items to the nearest participating Salvation Army Foodbank.

In the midst of the pandemic foodbanks are facing the busiest winter ever seen, and it’s likely to continue into 2021. The Sallies Foodbank Project creates a direct and transparent connection between someone wanting to help and people in need.

The Foodbank Project’s ingenuity coupled with the passion and history of the Sallies is a perfect match for the Virus Buster Run; a ride to support domestic tourism and small businesses throughout the country.

Our Salvation Army liaison, Public Relations Northern Relationships Manager Donna Hedley commented as follows:

“This event aimed to support the hospitality sector across the country is a great way for kiwis to support the industry. And adding value by raising further funds to support our Foodbank along the way is brilliant.”

Donna and other Salvation Army members will be present at events along the run to thank attendees and connect with riders.

NEXT STEPS:
You can donate to the Food Bank Project today, follow this link.

We are about to release the official Virus Buster Run t-shirt which is being designed by Jeremy Bennet who was Art Director for The Lord of the Rings film trilogy.

$5 from each t-shirt sold goes towards the Foodbank Project.

Raffle tickets are sold in each town on the way South towards the Burt Munro Challenge. (Coromandel, Taupo, Wellington, Kaikoura, Geraldine, Queenstown and Burt Muuro Challenge).

The prize consists of donated Planet Chopper merchandise and gift cards donated by motorcycle dealers including Auckland Harley Davidson. 100% of the ticket proceeds go to The Salvation Army Foodbank Project.

On the Saturday night of the Burt Munro Challenge, during an official time slot, we will formally announce the raffle winner and briefly talk about the run and the Sallies. Thanks to the Burt Munro Organising Committee for facilitating this and allowing raffle tickets to be sold at the venue.

Please follow the official Virus Buster Run Facebook page to stay up to date with the latest news.

This is the official page for the ride:
https://www.planetchopper.world/virus-buster-run

On another note, the Long Road will now be heading to our roadhouse in Virginia. They will do a local ride and scavenger hunt in our region.

–Ben

THE TWO-WHEELED LEGACY–
I got this from a friend and thought I would share

I own a motorcycle because of a personal life choice.
One day when I am very old and when I cannot ride anymore, it will be in my garage as a trophy of my memories.
I have met people who taught me something and have the same spirit.
I meet people now who get wisdom from me.

I get wet,
I get cold,
And I have been hot,
I was afraid,
I fell,
And I stood up,
I even hurt myself,
But also, I laughed out loud with the wind.
I spoke a thousand times with myself and God. Still do.
I sang and shouted with joy like a madman,
And yes … sometimes I cried.
I have seen wonderful places because of motorcycles.
I have made curves that even my brothers would be proud of; other times I made curves full of terror.
I stopped many times to see a landscape.
I spoke with perfect strangers.
I go out with frustrations inside and return home with a feeling of absolute peace in my heart.
I always think how dangerous it is, knowing that the meaning of courage is to advance even feeling fear.
Every time I go up to my ride, I think about how wonderful it is. I learned through gestures to communicate with other riders.
I spend money that I do not have, I gave up many things, but it’s all worth it…
My bike is not a means of transportation but is a piece of iron with wheels that God has blessed me with, it’s part of who I am.

May God bless my friends and their joy of great people & motorcycles!

–from Wayfarer and Rogue
Bikernet Staff Members

BILTWELL BIKE OF THE WEEK–WTF
Rouser Rolls a Fatty

Our good friend and Pro-Leisure Tour Champion Rob “Rouser” Galan likes to zig when everyone else zags. With the current rage of lifted, club-style FXRs ripping around our HQ in Southern California, there was no way he was gonna build a bike that blended in.

Starting with an S&S V111, a hand-me-down frame, a pair of 16” tires and some old yellow tins, the shape of “Gordo” started to become apparent. Rob wanted it low, fat and mostly black.

At first glance it seems like an all-black bike. Little bits of Pete “Hot Dog” Finlan’s candy orange paint on the oil tank, inside the fairing and on the tank strap reveal themselves once you give it a second look.

See the whole feature and his video on the Biltwell site. It’s Otto talking about his ugly FXR and telling the world that his EVO was tired and clapped, then all of a sudden he knifes open a box and there is a new S&S V111 long-block in there, and he says, ”Here you go Rob.”

I was so stoked, I watch the video clip a dozen times, my legs were shaking with excitement, all sorts of ideas were racing thru my head on how to make the “ugly” FXR nicer to compliment the new engine that was just gifted to me from Biltwell and S&S.

-Rouser
www.biltwell.com

THE TEXAS ROCK ‘N’ ROLL REPORT– Guitarist, I REALLY need a quality scanner as I might actually have a few good Stevie Ray Vaughan images? Nurse GoodBody snuck my camera into this concert, but I took slide film.

Never really spoke to them, as he had on a white suit & they looked blown out. Just figured I’d go better next time, so one of Ally Venable from the Continental Club in Houston in 2018 and Tyler Bryant from the House of Blues, same year.

–RFR
Certified Event Photographer
Bikernet.com™

MRF AND SMRO TEAMS ROAM THE HALLS OF WASHINGTON SUCCESSFULLY–At the end of last week, Steve Panten, Legislative Director of ABATE of Wisconsin and Kirk “Hardtail” Willard, President of the MRF, made the trip out to DC to meet with members of the Wisconsin delegation. Having missed out on Bikers Inside the Beltway, this was a great opportunity to remind the folks on Capitol Hill about motorcycle priorities.

Capitol Hill still remains on lockdown with most offices working from home and strict restrictions on visitors into the Capitol Complex. Despite these challenges, Steve and Hardtail managed three in-person meetings with Wisconsin offices as well as three calls with staff.

ABATE of Wisconsin and the MRF met in person with Senator Ron Johnson’s Chief of Staff and conducted a phone call with Senator Tammy Baldwin’s staff. The purpose of these conversations was to press the Senate to include identical provisions in their Highway Bill as those that are included in the House version.

Phone calls with the staff of Congressmen Mike Gallagher and Mark Pocan focused on thanking the two offices for their help on motorcycle issues. Congressman Gallagher was the lead sponsor of the amendment to the highway bill that fixes the Motorcycle Advisory Council. Congressman Pocan has been an original cosponsor of our profiling resolution over the past 3 Congresses.

Our team also had an in-person meeting with Congressman Brian Steil to discuss issues facing motorcyclists in the state and the current political environment in Wisconsin. With strict restrictions in place on office meetings, this one took place at a coffee shop down the street from the Capitol.

Our final meeting was with Congressman Tom Tiffany. Congressman Tiffany was elected in a special election earlier in the month as was just sworn into office a few weeks back. This was the first in-person meeting his office has held in DC since he was elected. ABATE of Wisconsin has made a point of personally meeting all newly elected members of their delegation and this trip was made with the main objective of meeting the new Congressman.

MRF PAC Breakfast

On Friday morning, your MRF team attended a private breakfast with Congressman Troy Balderson of Ohio. As you may remember, Congressman Balderson was one of the lead champions of our motorcycle amendments to the highway bill. At breakfast, Hardtail presented the Congressman with a check from the MRF PAC. This check was a way to say thank you for his efforts to protect the rights of all motorcyclists.

For over an hour, we discussed all things motorcycles. The Congressman even knew which Harley shop Tiffany stopped at to find a replacement part while riding through Ohio two years ago. Thank you to everyone that contributes to the MRF PAC. The PAC allows us to support our champions on Capitol Hill and gives us a relaxed environment to share ideas and stories about motorcycles.

A Story for the Ages

As we were finishing our final meeting of the trip with Congressman Tom Tiffany, we discovered that he and Hardtail were on the same flight back to Minneapolis that evening. After realizing that they live relatively close to one another, the Congressman asked Hardtail, “Would you mind giving me a ride home from the airport?” Not one to miss an opportunity Hardtail quickly said, “Sure!”

So, after arriving in Minneapolis, your MRF President chauffeured a newly elected Congressman 3.5 hours home. The only stop along the way was at a Jimmy John’s to grab a sandwich for dinner. It is still unclear who paid the tab for the food.

Needless to say, after over 3 hours in a car with Hardtail, we’re confident that the newly elected Congressman is fully briefed on all our motorcycle priorities and should be an ally for years to come!

We are a little disappointed that Hardtail decided to take his SUV to the airport instead of one of his bikes. Strapping a Congressman onto the back of a Harley would have made for an even better story!

Ride Free,

–The Motorcycle Riders Foundation

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.

METZELER PRESENTS THE NEW RACETEC TD SLICK-– A TIRE THAT MAKES EACH LAP OF EVERY CIRCUIT COUNT

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RACETEC TD SLICK becomes part of the METZELER slick racing tire range and is dedicated to motorcyclists and club racers for both racing and track day events.

RACETEC TD Slick is a track tire that is quick and easy to use. The RACETEC TD SLICK can be used without tire warmers and does not require any changes to a rider’s normal set-up to perform at its best. RACETEC TD Slick’s main features include consistent high performance over multiple sessions, versatility on different asphalt types and operating temperatures, high abrasion resistance and the possibility of reversing the rear tire between sessions (if the circuit wears a tire more on one side).

RACETEC ™ TD Slick has been designed for motorcyclists who want the advantage of a slick product but without the need for additional racing equipment (stands / electric blankets / power generators, etc.) or the refined set-up of motorcycle and suspension that a slick racing tire usually requires.

RACETEC™ TD Slick is therefore intended for all motorcyclists who look for the performance of a slick tire. Expert riders who need a plug & play product for long practice sessions as well as club racers who require an excellent value for their money. The RACETEC™ TD Slick is a tire that allows riders to focus on improving lap times throughout the race weekend.

RACETEC™ TD Slick is part of the METZELER slick racing portfolio with a range that includes one front and four rear sizes which are most commonly found as original equipment on supersport bikes, to further testify the plug & play characteristics of the product.

The METZELER slick product family includes also the renowned RACETEC™ RR Slick, a tire for top competition, available in different compounds according to the type of use. The K1 compound is dedicated to professional use in the Superbike class of road racing such as the Isle of Man Tourist Trophy and various national championships. The K2 compound is the most versatile within the RACETEC™ RR Slick range and is developed for those competitions at professional and amateur level where it is necessary to combine constant peak performance over several sessions, resulting in the best solution on particularly demanding circuits and in endurance sessions.

The range

The RACETEC™ TD SLICK range includes the following sizes, all currently available:
Size
Front120/70 XR 17 NHS TL
Rear180/60 ZR 17 NHS TL
200/55 ZR 17 NHS TL

NEWS FROM WHEELS THROUGH TIME MUSEUM–This month, not only do you have a chance to win this incredible 1939 Harley-Davidson, but you also have the chance to experience the history that inspired it! By entering our annual raffle at the “Great Deal” package or higher, you will also be entered to win a 3-day 2-night stay in the Great smoky Mountains to Visit “The Museum That Runs!”

STURGIS CUSTOM BIKE SHOW–
Sunday, August 9, 2020
FREE TO ENTER – OPEN TO ALL

Cycle Source Magazine presents the 14th Annual Sturgis Custom Bike Show

Sunday, August 9th, 2020
10:00 am – 2:00 pm, awards to follow
Located at Iron Horse Saloon Sturgis

FREE to enter – all entries and spectators welcome.

Best of show wins a custom roller, plus 25 bike show classes offer huge opportunity to walk away with prizes or trophies.

Cycle Source Magazine photographers will be at the event and your bike could be featured in the magazine!

Full Service RV Sites Available

Need a camping for the 80th Anniversary Sturgis Rally? Full-service RV sites are available and include:
Water Connection
20, 30, & 50 amp Power (All 3 included at every site!)
Sewer Drain at Site

Located 3 miles East of Downtown Sturgis on Lazelle Street / Highway 34.

Online reservations at Steel Pony Campground.

HERE’S A GOOD QUESTION …

“I just watched the Democratic leaders of Congress kneel in the halls of Congress for about 9 minutes, for the death of a black man named George Floyd.

I have never seen them kneel for a fallen Police Officer.

I have never seen them kneel for a fallen Soldier. I NEVER SAW THEM KNEEL FOR THE SOLDIERS THAT HILLARY AND OBAMA LEFT TO DIE IN Benghazi!!

I have never seen them kneel for a murdered white man or woman.

I have not seen them kneel for the thousands of black-on-black murder victims.

I have not seen them kneel for the thousands of elderly people that died in nursing homes due to the Corona Virus.

I have to ask: WHY are Democrats putting the life of George Floyd as more valuable than the lives of everyone else?

In fact, Democrats have put so much value on the life of George Floyd, they have allowed rioting, looting, arson, murder, and mayhem in communities nationwide??

–from Mr. Wonderful

Temperature Hits 100 Degrees Above Arctic Circle, Just Like 100 Years Ago
By Anthony Watts, Climate Realism

Over the past few days, the news media, social media, and even the Drudge Report have been overheating about a 100-degree temperature reading in Siberia. For example, a trending tweet, below, claims Siberia is “literally on fire”:

Prominent climate activist Bill McKibben, founder of the climate activist organization, 350.org, tweeted on the 100-degree temperature recorded in Verkhoyansk Siberia:

“Siberian town tops 100 degrees F, the hottest temperature ever recorded north of the Arctic Circle. This scares me, I have to say.”

He’s scared? Well, what about the other times when it got that hot above the Arctic circle, before “climate change” became a social justice cause?

For example, this Associated Press article says “…it was 100 degrees on June 27, 1915, in Fort Yukon, [Alaska] according to official records of the National Weather Service. Records date back to 1904.”

That pretty much cools down Bill’s claim of “the hottest temperature ever recorded north of the Arctic Circle”. Both Verkhoyansk, Siberia and Fort Yukon, Alaska are well above the latitude that defines the Arctic Circle. How is it that 105 years of global warming ago, when “climate change” wasn’t even a factor, that it got that hot? Inquiring minds want to know.

Or how about the fact that the 100-degree reading in Verkhoyansk, Siberia, this week topped Verkhoyansk’s previous record (37.3C / 99.1F) by just 1 degree? Verkhoyansk’s previous record was set back in the 1980s, more than 30 years of global warming ago.

Climate activists spreading alarm about Siberian summer temperatures are ignoring that the geography and meteorological patterns of Siberia make Siberia prone to both cold winters and hot summers. Verkhoyansk has an extreme climate dominated much of the year by high pressure. This has the effect of cutting off the region from moderating temperature factors and facilitating long stretches with little cloud cover. In the winter, this leads to extensive cold. In the summer, the opposite is true, leading to very high temperatures.

According to the Moscow Times:

“Verkhoyansk holds the Guinness World Record for the highest recorded temperature range of 105 C, fluctuating from minus 68 C to a high of 37 C. The previous temperature record for the isolated town of around 1,300 residents stood at 37.3 C [99.1F] in July 1988.”

In other words, such extremes are normal for this place. With only 100 years of temperature records there, and the planet being billions of years old, it isn’t at all surprising that we still haven’t measured the extremes of natural variation, both hot and cold, for Siberia.

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BIKERNET UNIVERSITY ENGLISH DEPARTMENT DISCUSSION WITH GEOGRAPHIC CLASS–bight
[ bahyt ]
noun

a bend or curve in the shore of a sea or river.

WHAT IS THE ORIGIN OF BIGHT?
Bight has several senses in Modern English. It can refer to a bend or curve in the shore of a sea or river, a body of water bounded by such a bend, or the loop or bent part of a rope. Following the twists and turns of its morphology, we arrive at Middle English byght, bight, beghte, beythe “the fork of the legs, the pit or hollow of the arm, (in names) bend or bay,” from Old English byht “a bending, corner, dwelling, bay, bight.”

The English word comes from Germanic buhtiz, from the Proto-Indo-European root bheug(h)-, bhoug(h)-, bhug(h)– “to bend,” which is the source of Sanskrit bhujáti “(he) bends,” Gothic biugan and Old English bugan, both meaning “to bow,” and Old English boga “arch, bow” (as in English rainbow and bow and arrow).

HOW IS BIGHT USED?
The boardwalk weaves along the bight from the ferry terminal on Grinnell to the end of Front Street.

MELISSA COLEMAN, “36 HOURS IN KEY WEST, FLA.” NEW YORK TIMES, APRIL 29, 2015

A bight is simply a long and gradual coastal curve that creates a large bay, often with shallow waters. You’re likely already familiar with a number of bights — for instance, the area between Long Island and New Jersey on the East Coast is known as the New York Bight, while California’s Channel Islands live in the Southern California Bight, which stretches all the way from Santa Barbara to San Diego.

HANNAH LOTT-SCHWARTZ, “AUSTRALIA’S SOUTHERN COAST HAS STUNNING VIEWS AND INCREDIBLE WILDLIFE YOU WON’T FIND ANYWHERE ELSE,” TRAVEL & LEISURE, JULY 14, 2019

Jason Farrell Sets Motorcycle Track Record with New Pirelli DIABLO Superbike Slicks at Brainerd International Raceway

New, Larger DIABLO™ Superbike 125/70-17 Front and 200/65-17 Rear Sizes Continue to Set the Pace and Are Available now Through Pirelli Trackside Vendors

Pirelli Tire North America congratulates Farrell Performance’s Jason Farrell on capturing the brand’s second absolute motorcycle track record bounty of 2020.

Farrell set the new track record on the Competition Course layout at Brainerd International Raceway during the Central Roadracing Association (CRA) racing series. The success came while using the recently introduced new, larger Pirelli DIABLO Superbike slick sizes, which have been derived from Pirelli’s involvement as the tire supplier for the FIM MOTUL World Superbike Championship.

Farrell’s new lap record of 1:34.870 was set during the Unlimited GP race on Lap 2, topping Kyle Ohnsorg’s track record of 1:34.976 that was set in 2018 on Pirelli slicks. Farrell’s Kawasaki NINJA ZX™-10R motorcycle was equipped with Pirelli’s DIABLO Superbike 125/70-17 SC2 front and 200/65-17 SC1 rear slicks.

Pirelli continues to offer a tire credit prize for setting a new motorcycle track record and Farrell became the second rider to earn the reward this season.

For more information about the complete line of Pirelli motorcycle tires, please visit Pirelli.com

FOUR PLAY FROM ERIC HERRMANN—A confident and determined woman with her 1913 Henderson, four-cylinder race bike. A classic pose that could have been from 1913.

Andrea LaBarbara was my model for this brave woman and she is racing #98 in the 2018 Cannonball Race from Coast to Coast this year. Riding a 1913 Henderson, this commercial jet pilot and avid motorcyclist is the real deal.

“Four Play” an original acrylic painting, has been preproduced in several formats from $45 to $2000 and is destined to become one of the classics of motorcycle art. The original painting is in a private collection.

Slip over to Eric Herrmann Studios in Cave Creek, AZ or to his web site EricHerrmannStudios.com

ANTIQUE MEET CONCERNS--Another day has passed and we received word that they have yet to make a decision on the Davenport Antique Motorcycle Swap Meet yet…

Another meeting is scheduled for July 18th…It is gonna be a tough call to make and much of the decision is going to come from The state, the country, the local and Fairgrounds board executives….It is not going to be just The Chief Blackhawk’s call….So be patient and pray that this meet will come off….We are all so looking forward to a swap meet….

–Jeff Coffman

BIKERNET READER MESSAGE--Just reread “BANDITS RIDE TO STURGIS” in “BIKER” December 1998 issue #165.What a great article that I still enjoy reading from time to time.

Brings back good memories of some of my road trips. Having grown up in Wyoming specifically Shoshoni, I enjoy your take on travel there. I llike your view of the Lucky Five Bar or as you refer to it, as the 5-Ball bar.

What a great place to have grown up in Shoshoni not the 5-Ball bar. Congrats on your move from Commiefornia to the Black Hills. Hope you continue to write more interesting stories.

I look forward to “BIKERNET” articles, news etc. Back to rereading SAM”CHOPPER”ORWELL.

–John Hoffman

THE TEXAS REDHEAD WEATHER REPORT– Headed back to Willis tomorrow to finish cleaning out the barn, but still got a D.I.W. Dead in Willis Bronco. She does have fuel pressure, maybe a PCM?

Moved my toolbox, top on same as the trip out, but it was in an enclosed trailer with both boxes strapped to the wall. Open trailer on the return, top strapped to the bottom!

The tool box is an older girl ‘82 or ‘83, bought the bottom through Snap On, then he just happened to have the top box on the truck next week! Sure “truck credit” is fine! So, I’ve gotten where I don’t like removing the drawers, afraid something will happen?

Glad 98% of the important stuff is situated. Trying to decide if I should use the front elevated for storage and move the table to the main floor. Open up the sides, behind the Dyna 6 big plastic totes. Did I mention my 10×30 storage of my grandfathers, fathers and my bs? Need a 24 ft ladder?

It was a nice barn and the garage from the strip club days & the Little Red Rigid, I miss her so!

Did I share the magazines before Lucky Devil gave em to me a while back, finally got ‘em on the wall.

–RFR
Redhead Blues Specialists Reporter
Bikernet.com™

Someone has nicely explained the irony in the present situation:

“ Never have I seen
such a mess in life.

The air is pure but
wearing a mask is
mandatory.

Roads are empty
but it is impossible
to go on long drive.

People have clean
hands but there is a
ban on shaking hands.

Friends have time to
sit together but they
cannot get together.

The cook inside you
is crazy, but you cannot
call anyone to lunch or
dinner.

Every Monday,
the heart longs to go out, but the weekend does not seem to end.

Those who have money
have no way to spend it.

Those who don’t have
money have no way to
earn it.

There is enough time
on hand but you can’t
fulfill your dreams.

The culprit is all around
but cannot be seen.

A world full of irony!
Be positive but test negative.”

–Wayfarer
Bureau Chief
Bikernet News Desk
India

MORE WAYS TO LEARN-TO-RIDE AVAILABLE NOW FROM
HARLEY-DAVIDSON–“Experience the Ride” and “Learn to Ride” Programs Offer New Ways to Experience Two Wheels.

Turn “Someday I’ll ride a motorcycle,” into “Today” with new ways to learn to ride from participating Harley-Davidson dealers.

Inspired by new rider feedback, select Harley-Davidson dealers are offering two new programs that aim to make learning to ride more convenient and personalized.

These new programs are designed to provide flexible scheduling and a learning pace that suits the rider’s needs. Personal coaching sessions can be scheduled 1-on-1, or as a private group with up to 4 participants.

Experience the Ride

This newly developed program is designed specifically for those who have never ridden a motorcycle but are interested in trying. Under the guidance of a professional coach, participants will ride a Harley-Davidson Street® 500 motorcycle across a practice range. The entire experience takes approximately 90 minutes and is completed on a bike specially equipped for new riders.

Experience the Ride is a low commitment, no pressure way for potential riders to get behind the handlebars and experience riding a Harley-Davidson motorcycle for the first time.

This program can help participants decide if learning to ride is right for them, alleviate potential anxiety before taking rider training, and help realize how motorcycles can unlock their dreams of personal freedom.

To learn more and schedule a session, visit www.hdpersonalcoachfinder.com

Learn to Ride

For those that have decided to learn to ride, select Harley-Davidson dealers are now offering an additional option beyond the Harley-Davidson Riding Academy New Rider Course.

This new program, simply known as Learn to Ride, delivers the same time-tested rider training curriculum as the Riding Academy New Rider Course. However, Learn to Ride enables students to schedule private sessions with personal coaches and learn all the techniques and riding strategies required to earn a motorcycle endorsement.

For riders that always wanted to learn but couldn’t fit a multi-day course into their schedule or prefer to learn in private session, this program is what they have been waiting for. Sessions can be scheduled 1-on-1 or as a private party with up to 4 participants. This program is a great option for spouses, friends, and individuals to finally learn and fulfill their dreams of riding a Harley-Davidson motorcycle.

Benefits of the Learn to Ride program include highly flexible scheduling, learning at the rider’s pace, more focused attention from the coach, ability to repeat training modules if needed, and completion of private sessions solo or with a small group of friends resulting in lower anxiety.

To learn more and schedule your personalized Learn to Ride lesson visit the www.hdpersonalcoachfinder.com website.

About Harley-Davidson Riding Academy
Harley-Davidson Riding Academy is a leader in high quality rider training. These two new options are designed to complement the existing Riding Academy programs and make learning to ride more attainable and accessible. These programs are just one more way Harley-Davidson is leading the industry in building riders.

Offered at select H-D dealers, H-D Riding Academy provides expert guidance from Harley-Davidson certified coaches. In the classroom, students get to know the motorcycle they will be riding and learn the basics of rider safety skills. On the practice range, students learn to build skills and confidence, everything from braking, turning and skilled maneuvers. To find available courses contact a local dealer or search for classes online at www.h-d.com/LearntoRide.

NEW FROM V-TWIN–Retro Style Fork Protectors

A hallmark of the streetbikes of yesteryear, the advent of chromed, polished, DLC and anodized fork tube finishes saw the use of fork boots diminish to the point where there are very few major brand middleweight and above models that come with them as stock.

However, they are one of those finishing touches that convincingly “speak retro”, adding a touch of authenticity, and they do still have a role to play – extending seal life and protecting those expensive fork tube finishes from the rigors of street riding – especially in bad weather and in urban settings.

Made of heavy-duty, ozone-resistant rubber, they fit 39 mm tubes and come with an extra rib for a “more relaxed look”.

TUCKER V-TWIN
www.tucker.com/v-twin

–from AMD News

EICMA/’Milan’ Show–
Canceled for 2020

Following the news that INTERMOT (Cologne, Germany, October) had been canceled until its next due event in 2022, Confindustria ANCMA (the National Association of Manufacturers of Bicycles, Motorbikes and Accessories) that owns and operates EICMA at Milan in November each year has, as expected, confirmed cancellation of its show until November 2021.

CONTROL FREAKS’ SQUARE–
Congressional Democrats today unveiled a “Climate Crisis Action Plan” similar to the Green New Deal proposed by Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez last year, which sounded like a dream to many progressives and climate activists.

At the heart of the proposal are billions in new subsidies and a federal mandate to achieve 100% renewables.

There has already been widespread attention to the high economic cost of renewable energy mandates. University of Chicago economists found that “consumers in the twenty-nine states paid $125.2 billion more for electricity” because of them.

But now, in response to a growing number of lawsuits and regulations, and a new Michael Moore documentary about the environmental impacts of renewables, the wind industry increasingly finds itself on the defensive.

–Michael Shellenberger
President, Environmental Progress

NHDRO Postpones to One BIG Weekend

Although NHDRO’s Mid-Season Sizzle at Lucas Oil Raceway in Brownsburg, Indiana, this past weekend turned out to be more Drizzle than Sizzle, postponing it to a two-race, four-day weekend on July 30-August 2 creates a full-on hurricane of motorcycle drag racing action!

With a sketchy forecast in play for the Indianapolis area during the first big race of 2020, NHDRO’s Brian and Niki Welch went into their hurry-up offense and scheduled two rounds of qualifying on Friday night. After that it was all rain all the time, so one more round of qualifying and eliminations will be run when the NHDRO family comes back to Indy for The Big Show.

Nothing describes “hurry-up” better than Pro Street provisional number one qualifier Gabe Frederick’s Friday.

“We got a late start to our trip,” said Frederick, who travelled from central Missouri. “We pulled into the track as they were prepping for the pros and had just enough time to throw on my gear and roll the bike out of the trailer and up to the line—just in time to get in at the end of Q1 for the class.”

Frederick’s turbocharged Suzuki Hayabusa may not have a professional paint job, but few owner/tuner/riders could have come off the trailer the way Gabe did Friday night and put up a 6.74 at 213 miles per hour literally minutes after pulling into the pits. That’s a real pro.

“I knew I had a decent tune-up in the bike, but the weather was a little worse than I thought and it was a little lazy in the front half. I tried to give it a bit more for Q2 but it was just more than the track could handle.”

With bullhorns spraying a strong nitrous flame the whole 1320, Gaige Herrera qualified number two with a 6.90 at 206.

Quicktime Racing’s Rudy Sanzottera, Brad Christian, Brett Ware, Kieth Bobo, and Matt Moen filled out the field.

Dan McCarten’s 4.614 is so far, so good in Pro Ultra 4.60—the world’s quickest eighth mile, two wheel index class, presented with the I-65 series.

McCarten took his venerable Kawasaki to Jeff Jones and the Fast Time Motorsports crew to massage the bike over the off-season. “After a disastrous 2019, I wasn’t taking any chances of a repeat,” said Dan. “Jeff did one of his meticulous wiring jobs on the Ol’ ‘War Machine.’ I also had the season-long transmission gremlins addressed.

“This past weekend was the first race of the season for me with only a handful of test passes prior. I’d say it’s 95% back on track with only a minor datalog issue to straighten out.

“It’s obviously very early in my year, but all the indicators are pointing in the right direction. The original plan for Friday was just go A to B and button shift it to be sure all was good. I accidentally short shifted the 3-4 shift. It lugged the motor down pretty hard but I just let it eat because getting all 4 gears was the only real concern. I was surprised to see the 4.64 on the board.

“On the second one, I was a bit more focused on the other details, like shifting, reacting, and actually going straight. Without being able to see any data, I left the same tune-up in and rolled the 4.61 up on the board—which was a far stretch from most of last year.”

Jones sits fifth and champion Smokin’ Joe Rodney sits at the end of the order in 12th, unable to slow his new Kawasaki down to stay within the index.

Kounselor Kenny Schwartz currently leads Hardcore Cycles Top Gas 8.20 index—also presented with I-65—with an 8.211, but even Schwartz knows he’ll have to do better than that to hold the position. “There’s still one round left,” noted the St. Louis lawyer, who added: “I was lucky not to fall off on that pass!”

Schwartz launches his turbo Kawasaki dragbike with a 2-step button. “The button is very, very sensitive. I was lightening up the pressure a bit like I always do and it left. It definitely caught me by surprise.”

Still, with a new engine, new rear wheel, new tire, new sprocket and a new chain, Schwartz was pretty pleased with the bike’s performance.

Fellow St. Louis racer Mike Wagner sits .001 back, with Garreth Shepheard .001 behind Wags.

Dustin “Biscuits” Lee currently sits as the first-ever M2.Shocks 8.70 Quick Street number one qualifier—a feat since no one has had to run to this index before.

“Heck, I didn’t know what I needed to do to run 8.70,” said multi-class champion Lee. “So I made one pass during testing and went a 8.62 and thought ‘Okay, change a couple things and I will be close.’”

Lee was just either side of the number when he ran an 8.72 in Q1 and 8.69 in Q2. “I said ‘That’ll do, little piggy, that’ll do!’”

Dave Page sits second, followed by Colton Gordon, Mitch Pennington, and the rest of the field.

Bob “The” Mann leads 8.90 index Super Comp with an 8.909 after two sessions that saw many superstars running too quick, including Crazy Comp champ David Beshara, Ron “Ju-Jitsu” Arnold, former Top Gas champ Greg Mallett, Bruce Damewood, and Wes Brown and his GSXR of Renown.

Mann doesn’t expect that number to hold up for number one come July. “I left .008 to get by me,” said Bob. “We’ll see what happens next month.”

When NHDRO dropped the Street Fighter index from 9.50 to 9.30 and allowed wheelie bars, dragbike veteran Joseph Klemme stepped in ready to take full advantage. Klemme is a lock to be the first-ever Dirty 30 9.30 index number one qualifier, as his first round 9.300 can’t be beat. Street Fighter champion Ron Arnold sits sixth with a 9.334.

Dustin “Naked Boy” Clark sits number one for the first, full, quarter mile round of the much-anticipated HTP Super Stock class. Patrick Cooper led Q1 on his Suzuki GSXR1000, but wasn’t as clean in Q2 and Clark was able to knock him off with an 8.852 at 159.61 mph on a Kawasaki ZX14.

“I work a bunch, but have managed to test twice and have been a bunch of 8.91.8.92 passes,” said Clark, who then described modifications to his bike:

“These days it’s ‘Run your bike through Brock’s Performance,’ It has a Sprint air filter, Brock’s exhaust, Brock’s clutch mod, Brock’s springs, Brock’s oil, Power Commander 5, and a Dragmax tire. Simple as that.

“The hard part is getting a great tune and chassis set-up to make a smooth, fast pass, and cut a bulb.”

Neither Kevin Dennis Insurance Street ET nor MPS Pro ET had a chance to race, but VooDoo Grudge slipped in some Friday night action. Josh Keller took an all-Louisville win over Brad Holland. Holland led the first 60 feet when Keller’s ‘Busa bogged a touch at launch, but then Brad’s “Killer Bee” launched skyward before settling back for the loss in a shower of sparks.

Three racers entered Jr. Dragster, but never got the chance to race. As part of its family focus, NHDRO is committed to the Jr. Dragster class.

“We consider everybody at the track as family, and family are the ones that showed up this weekend, regardless of the forecast,” said Niki Welch. “We just really appreciate the racers that stuck it out with us. Several people come in registration saying, ‘I don’t care if it rained all weekend, I would come anyway.’ And we certainly appreciate that.”

NHDRO allowed racers who arrived on Saturday but didn’t get a chance to qualify to come and register before they left on Sunday after the race was announced as postponed. “That way we would at least know that they were here,” said Niki.

So the Midwest’s largest all-motorcycle drag racing series is now set up for its biggest race ever at Lucas Oil Raceway on July 30-August 2. There will be over $110,000 in payout, including the $62,000 BB Racing Bracket Shootout on Saturday. The June race finishes on Friday, and the normal racing schedule is set for Sunday.

You will want to be part of the NHDRO family as they come back to the best track on the planet for The Big Show.

Find out more about NHDRO at http://www.nhdroracing.com/

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TWISTED ROAD NEWS–Twisted Road Engages Windy-City Fox Motorsports, LLC to provide first of its kind motorcycle demo to own program.

Windy City-Fox Motorsports www.windycitymc.com, the premier network of motorcycle dealerships serving the greater Milwaukee and Chicago areas, has engaged with Twisted Road® to offer an incredible new motorcycle riding and purchasing experience, an experience that will provide riders convenient, easy and inexpensive access to motorcycles to test, rent, ride and own.

Twisted Road, the leading peer-to-peer motorcycle rental platform, has joined forces with Windy City-Fox Motorsports and their 15 retail locations with over 1,500 pre-owned motorcycles, to offer riders the largest selection of pre-owned, professionally inspected motorcycles for rentals, test riding and demo-to-own.

This first ever program allows Twisted Road to host Windy City-Fox’s expansive fleet of motorcycles on its site www.twistedroad.com for riders to ride and enjoy and possibly find their perfect ride. In addition, Windy City-Fox will make available to riders through Twisted Road its full array of services – from appropriate financing, VIP maintenance, and warranties – making bike ownership easy, affordable and a dream in reality.

“Finding the right motorcycle to fit your riding style can take some miles”, acknowledges Mike Shedivy, President Windy City-Fox Motorsports. “Giving riders the opportunity to spend extended time on bikes provides a unique experience,” notes Shedivy. “Best of all, riders can also list their motorcycle on Twisted Road to generate income.”

“Our Twisted Road platform along with the premier bikes and services of Windy City-Fox and dealers like them, open the road to easy access to bikes and to the best buying experience to riders,” adds Austin Rothbard, CEO, Twisted Road. “And it will only get better as the number of bikes increase exponentially on Twisted Road as additional dealers across the US take advantage of this unique opportunity.”
About Windy City-Fox Motorsports & Twisted Road.

Windy City-Fox Motorsports commenced business in 2000 and today is among the largest motorcycle distributors in the U.S. representing nine premium OEM brands and serving riders in 15 locations in Northern Illinois and Southern Wisconsin. WC-F is listed among Crain’s Chicago Business’ largest privately held businesses in Chicago employing approximately 400 people, teaching over 1,500 people to ride motorcycles annually, and delivering over 5,000 new and used motorcycles a year.

For more information on Windy City-Fox Motorsports, please visit www.windycitymc.com or contact Mike Shedivy, President, at +1.847.849.0227.
Founded in 2017, Twisted Road allows owners to list their bikes for rental to prospective riders who, once verified, can search by brand, location or price to find the perfect ride.

In just over two years of operation, and with a team of fewer than 10 employees, Twisted Road has seen its platform take root in 49 states. For more information on Twisted Road, please visit www.twistedroad.com or contact Austin Rothbard, founder and CEO at +1-847-323-9731.

Bikers For Trump South Dakota and Bikers For Trump North Dakota Members that are planning to ride to Mt. Rushmore this July 3rd to Support President Trump. Please be safe and Represent Bikers For Trump well. Please send us pics and videos. Thank You goes out also to all the other BFT Bikers that are planning on attending.

–Rogue
Senior Editor
Bikernet.com

What have PRESIDENT TRUMP and his cabinet accomplished?

* Trump recently signed 3 bills to benefit Native people. One gives compensation to the Spokane tribe for loss of their lands in the mid-1900s, one funds Native language programs, and the third gives federal recognition to the Little Shell Tribe of Chippewa Indians in Montana.

* Trump finalized the creation of Space Force as our 6th Military branch.

* Trump signed a law to make cruelty to animals a federal felony so that animal abusers face tougher consequences.

* Violent crime has fallen every year he’s been in office after rising during the 2 years before he was elected.

* Trump signed a bill making CBD and Hemp legal.

* Trump’s EPA gave $100 million to fix the water infrastructure problem in Flint, Michigan.

* Under Trump’s leadership, in 2018 the U.S. surpassed Russia and Saudi Arabia to become the world’s largest producer of crude oil.

* Trump signed a law ending the gag orders on Pharmacists that prevented them from sharing money-saving information.

* Trump signed the “Allow States and Victims to Fight Online Sex Trafficking Act” (FOSTA), which includes the “Stop Enabling Sex Traffickers Act” (SESTA) which both give law enforcement and victims new tools to fight sex trafficking.

* Trump signed a bill to require airports to provide spaces for breastfeeding Moms.

* The 25% lowest-paid Americans enjoyed a 4.5% income boost in November 2019, which outpaces a 2.9% gain in earnings for the country’s highest-paid workers.

* Low-wage workers are benefiting from higher minimum wages and from corporations that are increasing entry-level pay.

* Trump signed the biggest wilderness protection & conservation bill in a decade and designated 375,000 acres as protected land.

* Trump signed the Save our Seas Act which funds $10 million per year to clean tons of plastic & garbage from the ocean.

* He signed a bill this year allowing some drug imports from Canada so that prescription prices would go down.

* Trump signed an executive order this year that forces all healthcare providers to disclose the cost of their services so that Americans can comparison shop and know how much less providers charge insurance companies.

* When signing that bill he said no American should be blindsided by bills for medical services they never agreed to in advance.

* Hospitals will now be required to post their standard charges for services, which include the discounted price a hospital is willing to accept.

* In the eight years prior to President Trump’s inauguration, prescription drug prices increased by an average of 3.6% per year. Under Trump, drug prices have seen year-over-year declines in nine of the last ten months, with a 1.1% drop as of the most recent month.

* He created a White House VA Hotline to help veterans and principally staffed it with veterans and direct family members of veterans.

* VA employees are being held accountable for poor performance, with more than 4,000 VA employees removed, demoted, and suspended so far.

* Issued an executive order requiring the Secretaries of Defense, Homeland Security, and Veterans Affairs to submit a joint plan to provide veterans access to access to mental health treatment as they transition to civilian life.

* Because of a bill signed and championed by Trump, In 2020, most federal employees will see their pay increase by an average of 3.1% — the largest raise in more than 10 years.

* Trump signed into a law up to 12 weeks of paid parental leave for millions of federal workers.

* Trump administration will provide HIV prevention drugs for free to 200,000 uninsured patients per year for 11 years.

* All-time record sales during the 2019 holidays.

* Trump signed an order allowing small businesses to group together when buying insurance to get a better price

* President Trump signed the Preventing Maternal Deaths Act that provides funding for states to develop maternal mortality reviews to better understand maternal complications and identify solutions & largely focuses on reducing the higher mortality rates for Black Americans.

* In 2018, President Trump signed the groundbreaking First Step Act, a criminal justice bill which enacted reforms that make our justice system fairer and help former inmates successfully return to society.

* The First Step Act’s reforms addressed inequities in sentencing laws that disproportionately harmed Black Americans and reformed mandatory minimums that created unfair outcomes.

* The First Step Act expanded judicial discretion in sentencing of non-violent crimes.

* Over 90% of those benefitting from the retroactive sentencing reductions in the First Step Act are Black Americans.

* The First Step Act provides rehabilitative programs to inmates, helping them successfully rejoin society and not return to crime.

* Trump increased funding for Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) by more than 14%.

* Trump signed legislation forgiving Hurricane Katrina debt that threatened HBCUs.

* New single-family home sales are up 31.6% in October 2019 compared to just one year ago.

* Made HBCUs a priority by creating the position of executive director of the White House Initiative on HBCUs.

* Trump received the Bipartisan Justice Award at a historically black college for his criminal justice reform accomplishments.

* The poverty rate fell to a 17-year low of 11.8% under the Trump administration as a result of a jobs-rich environment.

* Poverty rates for African-Americans and Hispanic-Americans have reached their lowest levels since the U.S. began collecting such data.

* President Trump signed a bill that creates five national monuments, expands several national parks, adds 1.3 million acres of wilderness, and permanently reauthorizes the Land and Water Conservation Fund.

* Trump’s USDA committed $124 Million to rebuild rural water infrastructure.

* Consumer confidence & small business confidence is at an all-time high.

* More than 7 million jobs created since election.

* More Americans are now employed than ever recorded before in our history.

* More than 400,000 manufacturing jobs created since his election.

* Trump appointed 5 openly gay ambassadors.

* Trump ordered Ric Grenell, his openly gay ambassador to Germany, to lead a global initiative to decriminalize homosexuality across the globe.

* Through Trump’s Anti-Trafficking Coordination Team (ACTeam) initiative, Federal law enforcement more than doubled convictions of human traffickers and increased the number of defendants charged by 75% in ACTeam districts.

* In 2018, the Department of Justice (DOJ) dismantled an organization that was the internet’s leading source of prostitution-related advertisements resulting in sex trafficking.

* Trump’s OMB published new anti-trafficking guidance for government procurement officials to more effectively combat human trafficking.

* Trump’s Immigration and Customs Enforcement’s Homeland Security Investigations arrested 1,588 criminals associated with Human Trafficking.

* Trump’s Department of Health and Human Services provided funding to support the National Human Trafficking Hotline to identify perpetrators and give victims the help they need.

* The hotline identified 16,862 potential human trafficking cases.

* Trump’s DOJ provided grants to organizations that support human trafficking victims – serving nearly 9,000 cases from July 1, 2017, to June 30, 2018.

* The Department of Homeland Security has hired more victim assistance specialists, helping victims get resources and support.

* President Trump has called on Congress to pass school choice legislation so that no child is trapped in a failing school because of his or her zip code.

* The President signed funding legislation in September 2018 that increased funding for school choice by $42 million.

* The tax cuts signed into law by President Trump promote school choice by allowing families to use 529 college savings plans for elementary and secondary education.

* Under his leadership ISIS has lost most of their territory and been largely dismantled.

* ISIS leader Abu Bakr Al-Baghdadi was killed.

* Signed the first Perkins CTE reauthorization since 2006, authorizing more than $1 billion for states each year to fund vocational and career education programs.

* Executive order expanding apprenticeship opportunities for students and workers.

* Trump issued an Executive Order prohibiting the U.S. government from discriminating against Christians or punishing expressions of faith.

* Signed an executive order that allows the government to withhold money from college campuses deemed to be anti-Semitic and who fail to combat anti-Semitism.

* President Trump ordered a halt to U.S. tax money going to international organizations that fund or perform abortions.

* Trump imposed sanctions on the socialists in Venezuela who have killed their citizens.

* Finalized new trade agreement with South Korea.

* Made a deal with the European Union to increase U.S. energy exports to Europe.

* Withdrew the U.S. from the job killing TPP deal.

* Secured $250 billion in new trade and investment deals in China and $12 billion in Vietnam.

* Okay’d up to $12 billion in aid for farmers affected by unfair trade retaliation.

* Has had over a dozen US hostages freed, including those Obama could not get freed.

* Trump signed the Music Modernization Act, the biggest change to copyright law in decades.

* Trump secured Billions that will fund the building of a wall at our southern border.

* The Trump Administration is promoting second chance hiring to give former inmates the opportunity to live crime-free lives and find meaningful employment.

* Trump’s DOJ and the Board of Prisons launched a new “Ready to Work Initiative” to help connect employers directly with former prisoners.

* President Trump’s historic tax cut legislation included new Opportunity Zone Incentives to promote investment in low-income communities across the country.

* 8,764 communities across the country have been designated as Opportunity Zones.

* Opportunity Zones are expected to spur $100 billion in long-term private capital investment in economically distressed communities across the country.

* Trump directed the Education Secretary to end Common Core.

* Trump signed the 9/11 Victims Compensation Fund into law.

* Trump signed measure funding prevention programs for Veteran suicide.

* Companies have brought back over a TRILLION dollars from overseas because of the TCJA bill that Trump signed.

* Manufacturing jobs are growing at the fastest rate in more than 30 years.

* Stock Market has reached record highs.

* Median household income has hit highest level ever recorded.

* African-American unemployment is at an all-time low.

* Hispanic-American unemployment is at an all-time low.

* Asian-American unemployment is at an all-time low.

* Women’s unemployment rate is at a 65-year low.

* Youth unemployment is at a 50-year low.

* We have the lowest unemployment rate ever recorded.

* The Pledge to America’s Workers has resulted in employers committing to train more than 4 million Americans.

* 95 percent of U.S. manufacturers are optimistic about the future— the highest ever.

* As a result of the Republican tax bill, small businesses will have the lowest top marginal tax rate in more than 80 years.

* Record number of regulations eliminated that hurt small businesses.

* Signed welfare reform requiring able-bodied adults who don’t have children to work or look for work if they’re on welfare.

* Under Trump, the FDA approved more affordable generic drugs than ever before in history.

* Reformed Medicare program to stop hospitals from overcharging low-income seniors on their drugs—saving seniors 100’s of millions of $$$ this year alone.

* Signed Right-To-Try legislation allowing terminally ill patients to try experimental treatment that wasn’t allowed before.

* Secured $6 billion in new funding to fight the opioid epidemic.

* Signed VA Choice Act and VA Accountability Act, expanded VA telehealth services, walk-in-clinics, and same-day urgent primary and mental health care.

* U.S. oil production recently reached all-time high, so we are less dependent on oil from the Middle East.

* The U.S. is a net natural gas exporter for the first time since 1957.

* NATO allies increased their defense spending because of his pressure campaign.

* Withdrew the United States from the job-killing Paris Climate Accord in 2017 and that same year the U.S. still led the world by having the largest reduction in Carbon emissions.

* Has his circuit court judge nominees being confirmed faster than any other new administration.

* Had his Supreme Court Justice’s Neil Gorsuch and Brett Kavanaugh confirmed.

* Moved U.S. Embassy in Israel to Jerusalem.

* Agreed to a new trade deal with Mexico & Canada that will increase jobs here and $$$ coming in.

* Reached a breakthrough agreement with the E.U. to increase U.S. exports.

* Imposed tariffs on China in response to China’s forced technology transfer, intellectual property theft, and their chronically abusive trade practices, has agreed to a Part One trade deal with China.

* Signed legislation to improve the National Suicide Hotline.

* Signed the most comprehensive childhood cancer legislation ever into law, which will advance childhood cancer research and improve treatments.

* The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act signed into law by Trump doubled the maximum amount of the child tax credit available to parents and lifted the income limits so more people could claim it.

* It also created a new tax credit for other dependents.

* In 2018, President Trump signed into law a $2.4 billion funding increase for the Child Care and Development Fund, providing a total of $8.1 billion to States to fund child- care for low-income families.

* The Child and Dependent Care Tax Credit (CDCTC) signed into law by Trump provides a tax credit equal to 20-35% of child care expenses, $3,000 per child & $6,000 per family + Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) allow you to set aside up to $5,000 in pre-tax $ to use for child care.

* In 2019 President Donald Trump signed the Autism Collaboration, Accountability, Research, Education and Support Act (CARES) into law which allocates $1.8 billion in funding over the next five years to help people with autism spectrum disorder and to help their families.

* In 2019 President Trump signed into law two funding packages providing nearly $19 million in new funding for Lupus specific research and education programs, as well an additional $41.7 billion in funding for the National Institutes of Health (NIH), the most Lupus funding EVER.

* Another upcoming accomplishment to add: In the next week or two Trump will be signing the first major anti-robocall law in decades called the TRACED Act (Telephone Robocall Abuse Criminal Enforcement and Deterrence.) Once it’s the law, the TRACED Act will extend the period of time the FCC has to catch & punish those who intentionally break telemarketing restrictions. The bill also requires voice service providers to develop a framework to verify calls are legitimate before they reach your phone.

* US stock market continually hits all-time record highs.

* Because so many people asked for a document with all of this listed in one place, here it is.

*Trump did all of this while fighting flagrant abuse and impeachment charges.

–Wayfarer
Research Specialist
Bikernet Political News Bureau

Rabble-Rousing Stars of Orange County Choppers/American Chopper
Collaborate With Hard-Rocking Frei.Wild on Brotherhood, to be Released Aug. 7th

2nd Single, ‘Burn Fire Burn For Me,’ Out July 3 as the Teutuls Gear up for 2-Hour Discovery Channel Reunion, American Chopper: The Last Ride

NEW YORK/HAMBURG, Germany — July 2, 2020 — The platinum award-winning, chart-topping, Italian, German-speaking rock group Frei.Wild has partnered with the rabble-rousing stars of Orange County Choppers/American Chopper on a joint project for the Aug. 7, U.S. release of the band’s 16th album, Brotherhood (available for pre-order now), released by Rookies & Kings, through Soulfood Music Distribution.

The album’s release comes as the Teutuls gear up for a long-awaited family reunion—reuniting Paul Sr. and Jr.— on the two-hour, Discovery Channel special, American Chopper: The Last Ride (date to be announced).

The album features vocals in in English by Chopper stars Paul Teutul Sr. and Mikey Teutul (Paul’s youngest son) and Alex Franco, a long-time associate at the famed garage who brings a forceful, slightly raspy baritone to the lyrics and helped with the songwriting; and in German by Frei.Wild band members Philipp Burger (vocals, guitar), Jonas Notdurfter (guitar), Jochen “Zegga” Gargitter (bass) and Christian “Föhre” Forer (drums).

A high-octane rock album, Brotherhood features the catchy melodies and dominate guitar riffs expected by fans of Frei.Wild—described by media as “a punk-inflected variant of Deutschrock,” a description clearly on display in the second single, “Burn Baby Burn for Me”—adding purely American influences such as country music elements and production-technical refinement.

SHAREABLE LINKS:
2nd single (out July 3): “Burn Baby Burn for Me” — https://bit.ly/3g78cdc
1st single: “Friends Brotherhood” — https://bit.ly/2BqtaVF
Preorder the album — www.brueder4brothers.com

Frei.Wild translates to “outlaws” in German, so it was only natural to partner with American “outlaws”—long-time personal friends of the band, who they met in 2018 at a dinner held during the Harley in the Snow event in Ridnaun, Italy—on a joint project under the name Bruder 4 Brothers [Brothers 4 Brothers].

The initial single, “Freundschaft Brotherhood” [Friends Brotherhood], released May 15, was written and recorded long before the current pandemic crisis, it’s a message that is uniquely relevant during the Coronavirus epidemic—Brothers we will always be, to eternity, around the world—as an anthem for what is happening today and the need to all band together.

Other songs on the album include: “Pussy or a Man,” “Do You See My Devil,” “A Man and His Honor,” “Smell the Gasoline,” “You, Me and the Night,” “Steel Horse,” “The True Feeling of Freedom” and “Don’t Get Better Than This.”

Brotherhood is available digitally or in a CD digipak ($14.98 US); and as a 1LP vinyl in gatefold ($24.98 US).

SCAMDEMIC—I received a report recently. It called the Pandemic the Scamdemic. If we pull together, we will survive to party another day. It’s just another one of life’s challenges.

Eric Herrmann is headed this way with some art for me, and his new book about riding in Arizona. Check out my review. https://www.bikernet.com/pages/story_detail.aspx?id=14658&id=14658

I’m working on scanning the layout of the new Prize Possession book reprint. I’m publishing my first book again. It ain’t bad, and I sold out, so I need to reprint. And of course we found some mistakes in the original and this allowed us to make the type slightly larger.

I’m going to start staining the deck tomorrow. Fucking thing will kick my ass, but maybe not. I need to finish painting the bare wood, while the sun is shining. That’s a biggie around here. Thunderstorms almost every afternoon.

Some guys stopped by to measure railings. We are going to have some fun with these puppies.

I’m going to work on a Life and Times of Bandit story about this adventure. I’m going to attempt to spell out all my oblique thoughts regarding these times, the move out of LA and finding Motorcycle Nirvana in the Badlands.

In the meantime, keep riding, feeling the freedom and know that this too shall pass.

–Bandit

Hey,

This week was tough. I had some interesting interactions with folks in the industry. I won’t go into them except to throw some of my adages out there.

First, other than the Covid nightmare, we are living in the best of times. The edges may be rough, but think about it.

I have always supported our Presidents, I don’t care what party they came from. When a man or a woman is President of the United States, they have the toughest job on the planet. In this case he’s trying to make America Great again, while fighting the worst Pandemic in almost 100 years.

But the President must deal not only with domestic issues, but with every other country and business on the planet and now into space. I just hope they make solid decisions with freedom constantly in mind.

Two more motorcycle magazines have been impacted by economic times, Covid and the internet. Moving forward until the Pandemic is handled, we will need to support our brothers and sisters everywhere. Where some businesses will flourish and grow around the medical industry, many are hard hit like restaurants and bars. Help ‘em out whenever you can and give the to-go waitresses bigger tips.

How could anyone be prepared for this sickness, and I believe the world is doing a tremendous job of dealing with it. Before you know it, there will be a vaccine and the world will rock again, until the next time.

Think about the best of times. We couldn’t possibly be able to move as fast with efforts to curb disease without the technology we have. I just moved to Deadwood, and I had a tough time finding a town without franchise joints on every corner. I turned the lights on, and the heat worked. There was food in walking distance and medical support in Sturgis with a considerable VA hospital. Life is incredible. Motorcycle parts are delivered every day, amazing.

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. Most recently Quick Throttle Magazine came on board.

The Transcontinental Motorcycle Cannonball Endurance Run CANCELLED– Jason Sims, owner of the Motorcycle Cannonball, has announced that the historic transcontinental event scheduled for 17 days in September has been rescheduled due to the ongoing effects of COVID-19.

The biennial event, though held on U.S. soil, is an international line up of riders from around the globe and the 2020 race was to include as many as 120 riders on motorcycles manufactured before 1929.

Scheduled to depart Sault Ste. Marie, Michigan on September 10, 2020 and arrive for the Grande Finale on September 27, 2020 in South Padre Island, Texas, racers, staff and fans from around the world were excited to watch the cross country ride unfold.

“An attitude of, “full steam ahead, gung-ho, and business and usual,” has been my credo for the last few months,” stated event organizer, Jason Sims. “We’ve been working on this run for more than a year and a half and were just completing the last few details.

I never had an ounce of concern that COVID-19 would impact the 2020 Motorcycle Cannonball like it has. Heck, we’ve weathered natural and logistical disasters in the past and managed to come out on top, but this comes down to the safety and well-being of not just the participants but of the general public, as well.

While conducting the last course run, it became obvious that the socially responsible thing to do is to reschedule. With a route that encompasses more than 4,000 miles across nine states, we’re leaving a huge footprint across our country. So, with everyone’s best interest in mind, the decision to postpone the run until September 2021 was made.”

It is anticipated that all the host cities and gracious stop hosts who were already signed on will participate next September as riders make their way along the same route. The new anticipated run date will be September 9-26, 2021. Riders are assured their same position for the 2021 Motorcycle Cannonball.

“As an organization, we will continue to focus on ways to enhance this historic, “Man and Machine vs. the Miles,” event. While maintaining the integrity of the run for generations to come, we will remain committed to arranging the most challenging antique motorcycle event in the world,” stated Jason Sims.

Meanwhile, be sure to check the website and social media sites for information, updates and rider’s build progress as they make ready for the 2021 Motorcycle Cannonball. www.motorcyclecannonball.com

STURGIS MOTORCYCLE Hall of Fame Highlight–
Class of 2020

The Sturgis Motorcycle Museum & Hall of Fame is featuring Hall of Fame Highlights of this year’s outstanding new group of inductees. Here is a glimpse at what they had to say. For the full story join us at the 2020 Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony. Congratulations and welcome to Micah McCloskey.

*Please note: Hall of Fame Highlights will be published as we receive them from the Inductees. We look forward to sharing information about all of our Inductees in the weeks and months to come.

In 1970, at the age of 20, Micah answered an ad for a full time employee with Indian Motorcycle experience, that owned his own tools and would come to work on time. Well Micah didn’t have any experience and he didn’t have any tools but after reassuring Sammy Pierce, owner of American Indian Motorcycle in Monrovia, that he wanted to work full time and would show up on time, he got the job. Micah completed short apprenticeship changing tires and chains, before he moved on to building motors. His passion was for speed and he was dedicated to making motors faster and faster.

In 1979 Micah bought Joe Scarber’s Custom Cycle from Joe, after working for him for a few years prior. In 1993 Micah moved the business, then known as McCloskey’s Custom Cycles, across the street to a larger location where it remained until he retired in 2013.

Wednesday, August 12

8:30 AM – 12:30 PM MDT

The Lodge at Deadwood

100 Pine Crest Drive

Deadwood, SD 57732

Yamaha Announces 2021 Full Lineup of Trail Motorcycles–Yamaha Celebrates the PW50’s 40th Anniversary

Yamaha Motor Corporation, USA, announces its complete lineup of 2021 trail motorcycles and celebrates the 40th anniversary of the PW50. Designed for experiencing the outdoors, the TT-R lineup is made for trail riding that the entire family can enjoy.

“Yamaha’s trail-focused motorcycle lineup is perfect for those discovering the fun and freedom of the outdoors, trail riding, and enjoying time with friends and family,” said Derek Brooks, Yamaha Motorsports’ Motorcycle Product Line Manager. “With the 40th anniversary of the PW50, Yamaha is celebrating four decades of sharing our passion and introducing generations of kids to the world of off-road riding.”

2021 PW50: 40 Years, One Great Bike
With 40 years under its belt, the 2021 PW50 continues to be one of the best trail bikes for first-time riders. After making its debut, the PW50 established itself as the go-to bike for children just learning how to ride off-road. By focusing on a “toy-like” design, Yamaha engineered a bike that was both visually appealing and approachable to new, younger riders. Selling over 8,000 units in its first year, Yamaha has now shipped more than 380,000 PW50s to over 150 countries.

The 49cc, two-stroke engine coupled with the fully automatic transmission make this a perfect bike for beginners. The PW50’s seat height of only 18.7 inches and the adjustable throttle stop screw offer both rider comfort and parent peace of mind. Additionally, the PW50’s shaft final drive system is virtually maintenance-free while Yamaha’s proven Autolube oil injection system eliminates the need for fuel/oil premixing.

The 2021 PW50 will be available from dealers this month in next-generation Team Yamaha Blue for $1,649 MSRP.

2021 TT-R50E, TT-R110E, TT-R125LE and TT-R230E
The 2021 TT-R50E, TT-R110E, TT-R125LE and TT-R230E are made for ultimate trail riding fun. These electric start, air-cooled, four-stroke motorcycles offer Yamaha’s legendary durability and dependability, along with a broad, accessible powerband for ease of use and great performance in a variety of trail conditions. The low seat height of the entire TT-R line allows smaller and less experienced riders to gain confidence with easy access to the ground and great comfort.

The 2021 TT-R50E ($1,699 MSRP) will be available from dealers in August, while the TT-R110E ($2,299 MSRP), TT-R125LE ($3,349 MSRP) and TT-R230E ($4,449 MSRP) will be available from dealers this month in next-generation Team Yamaha Blue.

Learn more about the all-new trail bikes at www.yamahamotorsports.com/trail-motorcycle.

Find a range of Genuine Yamaha Accessories, apparel and more at www.shopyamaha.com/.

For more information related to all Yamaha products, visit www.yamahamotorsports.com/.

QUICK, OPEN THE BANDIT’S CANTINA BAD JOKE LIBRARY– Why did the old man fall in the well? Because he couldn’t see that well.

I ate a clock yesterday. It was very time consuming.

Whatdya call a frenchman wearing sandals? Phillipe Phillope.

A blind man walks into a bar and a table and a chair…

I know a lot of jokes about unemployed people but none of them work.

–Sam Burns
Certified Librarian
Bad Joke Library

FREE TECH TRAINING for Veterans and Spouses

Veterans and their spouses can take advantage of free virtual training and certification in technology skills from NPower.

After four months of intensive training, mentoring and a paid internship, participants will have access to job placement and more. Apply online now for classes starting on September 8.

–VA

NEW REPORT FROM THE NATIONAL MOTORISTS ASSOCIATION–Induced Demand, a Reality Check

Induced Demand: The principle that, because of pent-up demand, traffic expands to fill capacity as new roads are built or existing ones expanded.

Christopher M. DiPrima’s excellent op-ed published by the NMA a few weeks ago, Vision Zero’s War on Arterials Has Been a Failure, #596, generated a response from member Sherman Johnson of Maryland who delved further into induced demand. That created an opportunity to ask Chris, who has an advanced degree in city planning, to respond to Sherman’s concerns.

The exchange is quite enlightening. As Chris subsequently noted, “Induced demand has become incredibly important to local (and in some cases, national) transportation policy in the 21st century, and I agree that it deserves an in-depth treatment. All too often, people interpret it to mean that “new roads make their own traffic,” and the reality is that the relationship is not so simple.

Let’s let Sherman and Chris help us navigate the issue, starting with Sherman’s reaction to the aforementioned NMA newsletter:

I’m also in full agreement, with one exception—DiPrima wrote:

“Coupled with a simplistic and incomplete understanding of
induced demand (the idea that providing more capacity creates
more traffic), these advocates believe that by reducing capacity,
they can take sufficient vehicles off the road to improve safety.”

Induced demand is not an ‘idea’, sadly, it is very real. There is nothing complicated about it. It has been exhibited over and over again. There are countless examples all across America—my ‘backyard’ being one.

Parts of Frederick County Maryland are beautiful—they remind me of the unglaciated area of Wisconsin, up around Ontario—but it is being destroyed. The D.C. (and Baltimore) area continues to attract major employers, and that means more people.

Most of those people look for someplace that they can afford and still be able to commute to work. As access to FredCo (northwest of D.C.) has been made easier—relative to other D.C. suburbs and exurbs anyway—people have chosen to locate here. That means our schools are ridiculously overcrowded. Many kids are forced to attend classes in “portables” (trailers) that are much less secure than a school building. Prime farmland is paved over for eternity; our property taxes increase (because development never pays for itself), and our quality of life continues to spiral downward.

I-270 is the artery that feeds the malignant ‘residential sprawl’ tumor. Widening 270 would guarantee that it would get much worse.

That aside, even developers must admit that we cannot continue to widen our way out of traffic congestion indefinitely. More highway capacity means more housing developments and more cars on the road (induced demand). The newly widened highway quickly becomes a linear parking lot again.

Eventually we run out of right-of-way. Many of our area roads are at that point now. Then what? Governor Hogan’s latest initiative calls for condemning a lot of private property—bulldozing homes and buildings, building sound barriers in what’s left of people’s back yards— and taking parkland to further widen I-495 (the Beltway) as well as I-270—all the way up to I-70 in Frederick.

One is reminded of the definition of insanity, ‘To keep doing the same thing over and over while expecting a different result each time.’

It’s time to stop and take a deep breath.

Continuing to widen highways, to the point where eminent domain must be used to kick people out of their homes is clearly not a good solution. Some urban areas are simply impacted. They are beyond any reasonable population limit. The only solution I can think of is to encourage large employers (public and private) to locate elsewhere. Maybe some form of tax incentives could be used? It’s a big country, and much of it is economically depressed and actively looking for growth—why not spread those businesses around?

* * *

We debated including Chris’ response here. It is detailed enough—and trust us, worth the wait—that we felt it best to publish it in a second installment next week. Knowing how engaged both he and Sherman are on an issue that affects the daily driving of so many of us, we wouldn’t be surprised if the thoughtful discussion will trigger the demand for additional NMA E-Newsletters on induced demand.

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I love it that we now take simple concepts and make them bizarre and oblique by changing the name to something strange like induced demand. If we need more lanes or roads because the population is growing, then we need to deal with it. I often point out, when the subject of infrastructure surfaces, that we need infrastructure improvements for a growing population.

Infrastructure for a growing population is at least 20 years behind schedule. It’s not about concepts, the discussion should be about getting it done. I agree, that we can’t widen roads forever. We need to think out of the box, like two tiered roads. Maybe a second story road structure made of composites for lighter traffic.

Finally, the concept of Vision Zero or cutting traffic for safety is an obvious joke. It’s a strategy for control. We don’t build roads for safety. We build roads for mobility. When you step out of your front door, you take on a level of risk. If safety is the only concern then stay home, and we know recently about that…

I appreciate all that you guys are doing. It’s so interesting how folks will do anything to exert control over others. The real issue is the growing population, but nobody wants to go there.

–Bandit
Janitor
Bikernet.com

Bandit,

Great response. Look for Chris DiPrima’s reaction to the ‘induced demand’ issue this coming Sunday in our newsletter. Point-Counterpoint.

“We don’t build roads for safety. We build roads for mobility.”

Very well said. Everyone knows that infrastructure has been underfunded and hasn’t kept up with demand for years now. One curiosity will be whether ride-sharing of the Uber/Lyft variety will become more accepted, particularly for daily commutes to work. Color me skeptical. I think you are right — we need to come up with innovative solutions to increase road capacity without chewing up mega acres of land in the process.

Thanks for writing.

Gary Biller
National Motorists Association

Two more items surfaced this morning after rereading the above. One, according to the induced demand philosophy we can’t build more schools for a larger population. Hell, that will mean more students…

And DiPrima sounds like the guy who moved into a rustic Canyon recently and built a new home. Then he attended a city meeting and demanded a moritorum on any new home building in the area. He wanted to keep the area pristine from any new dwellers. Incredible. Us bikers know the adage: I got mine, fuck you…

–Bandit

MICHAEL LICHTER PHOTO OF THE WEEK-– Still Downtown, Sturgis, SD, 1984 Limited Edition Print from an edition of 50.

Photo ©1984 Michael Lichter

Michael will be the featured photographer at many events this year, some 36 years later. See him at the Flying Piston breakfast or the Iron Horse Saloon.

NEWS FROM THE TWISTED ROAD–
We’re all familiar with referral programs; companies hope your like-minded friends will enjoy the same things you do—and are willing to give away gifts and money for your recommendation. We’re pretty sure you have some moto-loving friends who would be happy that you’ve introduced them to the phenomenon that is Twisted Road. And we’re willing to ante up to find out.

Everyone likes a discount, right? At Twisted Road, we wanted to offer a gift that every rider would love to give—and also one that every rider would be stoked to receive.

Free rides on any motorcycle.
The Twisted Road referral program enables you to give away free days of riding to all of your friends. Got 10 friends who ride? Give away 10 free days.

You’re on a Moto Guzzi forum? Give all of the posters and lurkers a free day. You’ve got 200K followers on facebook? Thank them with a free day. You will quickly become the Oprah of the moto-world: “You get a bike and you get a bike and you get a bike!”

So…what’s the catch?
There are two, and only two, rules:

1. The free day can only be applied to your friend’s first rental with Twisted Road

2. Their ride must be at least two days long, and we throw in an additional day—for free. If your friend only has one day to ride, not to worry, shorter rides get 25% off.

But wait! There’s more.
For every friend who rents using your code, you earn $25 in riding credits to use when you want to ride. Get one friend to redeem your code? Save $25. Get 40K followers to redeem and you’ll have $1,000,000 in your Twisted Road account. Yeah, that’s right. One million dollars. That’s a lot of rentals.

How do I refer my friends?
It’s fast and easy! Go to the Twisted Road website and in the upper right corner, click the image of your face. You’ll see an option to “Give a free day, get $25.” You’ll want to click on that.

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From there, you’ll see a bunch of ways to share your code. You can enter friends’ email addresses, or announce the program on Facebook. Or you can provide friends with your link or referral code, and they can use any one of those to claim their free day of riding.

So start sharing this now to give the gift of free riding — to your friends and to yourself. Then start planning your free rides. Motorcycle ride across Anchorage, anyone?

One last thing. Here’s a link to my referral code. If you’ve never rented with us before, click it and sign up to get your free ride (and I’ll earn $25). See how easy that was?

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BIKERNET READER COMMENT–
Hey Bandit, glad to hear you made it out.

I saw where Harley is throwing Abrenathy’s for what is a pc incorrect statement on face book without any verification.

I believe Harley has enough problems besides being pc correct. I have said it many times, where did the country go that I left in ’65. Sad that we care more for this shit than vets or the police that are killed or wounded.

I am disgusted, have a great 4th.

–A.J.

DIRECT FROM THE GEARHEAD DIARIES-Took the old girl out yesterday and took the big kids on a ride. I should call them the new exhaust system, 5-Ball spare parts hot rod exhaust system–thanks.

I had Supreme Chrome in Inglewood re-chrome the header pipe and the rest came from the 5-Ball garage. It just shows you that you can work with what you have sometimes (with a little help from your friends). I put a half baffle in the forward section of the tail pipe for that back pressure that you sometimes need for that horsepower curve that you want.

The baffle helps in that it doesn’t piss off the next-door neighbors too much and in case a cop pulls you over to check it with a night stick to see if there is a baffle. There is a real good horsepower kick from mid- range to top end and I don’t think there is too much back pressure. I look at old photos of how the old guys did it and the length looks about the same.

That refurbished exhaust system works better than ever. I can ride the bike like I stole it.

Bandito Fred told me year ago, you break your bike in the way you ride it. I guess, I did it right on this build. I would wind it up to the second gear, shift and if the front end wasn’t so heavy it would have cleared some air.

It kept running the same way through the rest of the gears. The old shovel runs like a screaming banshee. That made for a great father’s day and the rest is just icing on the cake. Not that I did not like the carrot cake the wife bought. How is the house restoration in Deadwood going? I hope to ride out to see the place someday.

–Gearhead

AHDRA Fires Off First Race of New Era

The long-awaited return of the beloved AHDRA American motorcycle drag racing series lit up Illinois’ Cordova International Raceway on the most American of days—July 4.

Pennsylvania Harley-Davidson dealer Rich Vreeland had the honor of taking the new AHDRA’s first Top Fuel win—despite spotting runner-up Jim Fagan .135 at the tree. After that it was all pedalfest in the heat of the day, with Fagan’s bike finally dropping a hole and Vreeland thundering across the finishline first.

“I’d like to thank the team, our sponsors, Worldwide Bearings, Advanced Sleeve, Numidia Dragway, Goodson, Christ in Action, and the AHDRA for putting on the event,” said Vreeland.

“Bill Rowe and (the AHDRA) staff put on a good show for all those who attended,” added Hawaya Racing Pro Dragster winner Preston Bartlett. “Thanks to all who participated, and ‘Thank you’ to our LSR sponsors.

“The Cordova staff did a fine job, giving the competitors a surprisingly tight race track. At one point, we saw 139-degree track temp. Weather conditions made tuning tricky, especially for the nitro bikes.”

Equally hot was sportsman racer Kevin Winters’ tree game. The Richmond, Illinois racer had a spot-on .006 in the 10.90 index final against Brad Reiss Jr. Well behind with a .121, Reiss slowed and watched Winters roll on to the win.

Kevin eased up to an .055 against his Crete’s Performance 11.50 final round opponent Charlie Walker. Charlie’s .296 was about as far off of Winters’ light as Reiss’ was, but Charlie ran the number—an 11.51. Winters and his Buell were still able to comfortably take the stripe with an 11.60 for his second win of the day.

Mississippian Walker had one more final to run—Workhorse ET against Coloradan Joe Glaze. Charlie’s light improved to a .226, but Glaze’s .131 still seized the moment and Joe was able to hold on for the win with a 9.75 on his 9.65 dial-in.

9.70 index winner Robert Alther originally built his 2000 Road King in 2011 to race with AHDRA, “But before I finished it the AHDRA went away,” said Alther. “So I spent the last eight years racing Division 7 Summit ET.

“It has a 117 cubic inch engine, stock frame, trans, primary and swingarm. Fuel injection is from S&S, it has a Daytona Twin Tec, and runs a five inch drag slick from M&H tires.”

Milwaukee-based Alther nailed the tree in the final with an .012. Runner-up John Schotts left a full .272 later and that was all she wrote.

“My only sponsor is my race team R2V2 Racing,” continued Alther. “This weekend was a happy time for me. My father has not been able to come to any of my races since I started. This was the first race he has attended with me and now it’s a winning memory to boot.

“I appreciate everything Bill (Rowe) and his staff have done to make the AHDRA dream a reality. Thanks Bill!”

Jeff Workman worked his way through the Zippers Performance Modified field, taking the final over Don Leslie. “The racers that were there, we been battling each other for years,” said Workman.

Jeff’s bike is a custom frame built by Danford Bro’s Racing with an 88″ motor. “It’s mostly all modified Harley parts except for the crank and carburetor. They are S&S. Nothing fancy—a one-piece body, fueled by Powermist, and driven by Rebel Gears.

“Got my bike running the best this weekend—no problems at all. The track was nice and sticky. A great way to start the season, finally.”

Outlaw Street featured a battle between two big-time builders—GMS Racing Engines and Mad Monkey Motorsports. It was GMS that came out on top this time, with Dan Dennis taking the win over Mad Monkey customer Ryland Mason.

“Great weekend of AHDRA racing in Cordova!” said Dennis. “Huge ‘Thank you’ to Damon for all your technical assistance and DPO. Also, ‘Thank you” to GMS Racing Engines for the awesome ride you have built for us. Looking forward to the next race!”

A-1 Cycles’ Mike Beland is also a big-time builder, but his girlfriend had other plans for him on the 4th. So Spencer Spitzmiller carried the A1 flag for Beland this weekend, and in a battle that’s been raging since the womb, Spencer beat twin bother Sam in A-1 Cycles Extreme Bagger.

Interestingly, Sam’s bike is a George Bryce Star Power build. Spencer’s bike was originally a GB3 piece, but he’s since had Beland doing his work. He’s currently hitting the turn signal button for a nitrous hit but has a turbo on order to Be Like Mike.

“Mike’s been a huge help, big thanks to him,” said Spencer, who pours concrete for a living and added a C&S arm just before the event. “The bike was in pieces, and Mike and Jeremy Wilson helped me out big time.”

Wilson also helped himself to a win. His 11.02 was good enough to take the Mad Monkey Motorsports Bagger final over the Mad Monkey himself, Branon White. White was OK with his bike’s performance, given that he only built the bike two days before the event.

Davnport’s Matt Hauser ceded the tree .194 to .175 to number one qualifier Thomas Krava in the 10.30 index final, but Krava’s 10.59 fell far short of the number despite crossing the finishline 5 mph faster than Hauser’s 10.35 at 120.

Motor Company employee Kevin Morris took the Horsepower Inc. Hot Street win oh his evil #666, and Richard Boone won T-Man Performance Pro Mod.

AHDRA returns to the track for the Nitro Spring Nationals at North Carolina’s legendary Rockingham Dragway on July 31-August 2, 2020. You do not want to miss AHDRA’s return to The Rock!

After that it’s on to Stugis on August 10-11 and Numedia on August 29-30. August is “get busy with AHDRA” month!

The AHDRA website is at http://raceahdra.com/

The AHDRA Facebook page is at https://www.facebook.com/ahdraracing/

The AHDRA Facebook group can be found at https://www.facebook.com/groups/AHDRA/

For more information, email AHDRA’s Bill Rowe at bcrowe92891@gmail.com

INK REPORT FROM LOS ANGELES–
This here is a tattoo I did of a snake and an hourglass made at the world famous “Goodtime Charlies Tattooland” in Anaheim.

I referenced it off of an old snake I found in a Bob Roberts sketchbook. Americana traditional. Bold lines and solid color.

Thanks for looking

–Frank Ball Jr.

FROM THE ADAM CROFT WORKSHOP–
Working on a handtooled leather FXR seat. Making this seat for the FXR Show at the Buffalo Chip this year. Thanks to Dennis for donating the Le Pera solo seat. Going be a cool seat for somebody.

Finished the shading throughout the flames.

Next, going to start the Dime Bag cellphone holster for a good friend. It will have some cool art, this will be available as a Dime Bag product. Once the rivets arrive and can began building the wallets and timing covers.

–AC
Dime Bag Leather
309-532-5081

BIKERNET UNIVERSITY ENGLISH DEPARTMENT WORD OF THE DAY–vox populi
[ voks pop-yuh-lahy ]
noun

the voice of the people; popular opinion.

WHAT IS THE ORIGIN OF VOX POPULI?
The phrase vox populi comes straight from Latin vox populi “voice of the people.” Vox (inflectional stem voc-) is the source of English vocal and vowel, via Old French vouel, from Latin (littera) vocalis “sounding (letter).” Populi is the genitive singular of the noun populus, the collective name for the Roman citizen body, excluding women, children, foreigners, and slaves. The phrase vox populi does not occur in Latin literature and only first appears in a letter that the great Anglo-Saxon scholar Alcuin wrote to Charlemagne in 798, not to pay heed to those who insist that vox populi vox Dei “the voice of the people is the voice of God” because the populace is too unstable–a sentiment the Romans would agree with entirely.

In later English history (after Alcuin), vox populi vox Dei is favorable, a notable example being the title of a Whig tract entitled Vox Populi, Vox Dei: being true Maxims of Government (1710). The abbreviated phrase vox pop “the views of the majority of people, popular opinion” appears in the first half of the 18th century. Nowadays vox pop means “popular opinion as shown by comments made to the media by members of the public.” Vox populi entered English in the mid-16th century.

HOW IS VOX POPULI USED?
In 1972, Democrats made their process more plebiscitary—more primaries, less influence for political professionals—to elicit and echo the vox populi.

GEORGE F. WILL, “THE LURE OF KAMIKAZE CANDIDATES,” WASHINGTON POST, FEBRUARY 7, 2020

But in this country, the process of language reform is complicated. It’s not exactly grassroots democracy; some voices count more than others, and people usually leave typographical niceties to the expert associations concerned with them. What vox populi retains is veto power.

KWAME ANTHONY APPIAH, “THE CASE FOR CAPITALIZING THE B IN BLACK,” THE ATLANTIC, JUNE 18, 2020

FOLLOWING THE CODE—In forests where others find no delight, they will know delight, because they do not look for pleasure, they already have it.–Buddha

A WILD BIKE FROM THE MASTER–I’ve decided to sell my Shovelhead, with a 4- speed transmission. It’s a classic outlaw bike. I was thinking about a price around $4,500.

–Howard Knight

THE TEXAS REDHEAD WEATHER REPORT–Still trying to get settled in, yesterday and got to thinking about the 20 years of memories in my first jacket. Not meant for anything, just a couple of memories. We all have them I know

–RFR

BIKERNET UNIVERSITY HISTORY LESSON OF THE WEEK--Old Man and a Bucket of Shrimp:

This is a wonderful story and it is true. You will be glad that you
read it, and I hope you will pass it on.

It happened every Friday evening, almost without fail, when the sun
started to dip into the ocean.

Old Ed came strolling along the beach to his favorite pier.
Clutched in his bony hand was a bucket of shrimp. Ed walks out to the
end of the pier, where it seems he almost has the world to himself.
The glow of the sun is a golden bronze.

Everybody’s gone, except for a few joggers on the beach. Standing out
on the end of the pier, Ed is alone with his thoughts…and his bucket
of shrimp.

Before long, however, he is no longer alone. Up in the sky a thousand
white dots come screeching and squawking, winging their way toward
that lanky frame standing there on the end of the pier.

Before long, dozens of seagulls have enveloped him, their wings
fluttering and flapping wildly. Ed stands there tossing shrimp to the
hungry birds. As he does, if you listen closely, you can hear him say
with a smile, ‘Thank you. Thank you.’

In a few short minutes the bucket is empty. But Ed doesn’t leave. He
stands there lost in thought, as though transported to another time
and place .

When he finally turns around and begins to walk back toward the beach,
a few of the birds hop along the pier with him until he gets to the
stairs, and then they, too, fly away. And old Ed quietly makes his way
down to the end of the beach and on home.

If you were sitting there on the pier with your fishing line in the
water, Ed might seem like ‘a funny old duck,’ as my dad used to say.
Or, to onlookers, he’s just another old codger, lost in his own weird
world, feeding the seagulls with a bucket full of shrimp.

To the onlooker, rituals can look either very strange or very empty.
They can seem altogether unimportant ….maybe even a lot of nonsense.

Old folks often do strange things, at least in the eyes of Boomers and Busters.

Most of them would probably write Old Ed off, down there in Florida
.. That’s too bad. They’d do well to know him better.

His full name: Eddie Rickenbacker. He was a famous hero in World War
I, and then he was in WWII. On one of his flying missions across the
Pacific, he and his seven-member crew went down. Miraculously, all of
the men survived, crawled out of their plane, and climbed into a life
raft.

Captain Rickenbacker and his crew floated for days on the rough waters
of the Pacific. They fought the sun. They fought sharks. Most of all,
they fought hunger and thirst. By the eighth day their rations ran
out. No food. No water. They were hundreds of miles from land and no
one knew where they were or even if they were alive.

Every day across America millions wondered and prayed that Eddie
Rickenbacker might somehow be found alive.

The men adrift needed a miracle. That afternoon they had a simple
devotional service and prayed for a miracle.

They tried to nap. Eddie leaned back and pulled his military cap over
his nose. Time dragged on. All he could hear was the slap of the waves
against the raft…suddenly Eddie felt something land on the top of
his cap. It was a seagull!

Old Ed would later describe how he sat perfectly still, planning his
next move. With a flash of his hand and a squawk from the gull, he
managed to grab it and wring its neck. He tore the feathers off, and
he and his starving crew made a meal of it – a very slight meal for
eight men. Then they used the intestines for bait. With it, they
caught fish, which gave them food and more bait….and the cycle
continued. With that simple survival technique, they were able to
endure the rigors of the sea until they were found and rescued after
24 days at sea.

Eddie Rickenbacker lived many years beyond that ordeal, but he never
forgot the sacrifice of that first life-saving seagull… And he never
stopped saying, ‘Thank you.’ That’s why almost every Friday night he
would walk to the end of the pier with a bucket full of shrimp and a
heart full of gratitude.

Reference: (Max Lucado, “In The Eye of the Storm”, pp…221, 225-226)

PS: Eddie Rickenbacker was the founder of Eastern Airlines. Before WWI
he was race car driver. In WWI he was a pilot and became America’s
first ace. In WWII he was an instructor and military adviser, and he
flew missions with the combat pilots. Eddie Rickenbacker is a true
American hero. It is a great story that many don’t know…You’ve got
to be careful with old guys, you just never know what they have done
during their lifetime.

–from Joe Teresi

LIFESTYLE CYCLES DEAL OF THE WEEK–
2016 Harley-Davidson FLSTC – Heritage Softail Classic for $17,995.00

See it here: https://www.lifestylecycles.com/default.asp?page=xPreOwnedInventoryDetail&id=4462737

ABOUT THIS BIKE….

Year 2016 Amber Whiskey & Vivid Black with Red & Gold Stripes
Manufacturer Harley-Davidson
Model Heritage Softail Classic – FLSTC
Engine Type High Output Twin Cam 103B
Engine Displacement 1690 cc
Bore Stroke 98.4 mm x 111.1 mm
Cooling Air-Cooled
Compression Ratio 9.6:1
Fuel System Electronic Sequential Port Fuel Injection (ESPFI)
Ignition Electronic
Starting System Electric with solenoid shift starter motor engagement

Transmission Six-Speed Cruise Drive
Final Drive Belt
Rake Trail 31° / 5.8 in.
Seat Height 27 in.
Wheelbase 64.4 in.
Front Suspension 41.3 mm telescopic, “beer can? Covers

Rear Suspension
Front Brake Four-piston, Solid, uniform expansion rotors
Rear Brake Two-piston, Solid, uniform expansion rotors
Front Tire MT90B16 72H
Rear Tire Mild steel, round tube sections, forged junctions; MIG welded
Fuel Capacity 5 gal.
Dry Weight 755 lbs. (Wet)
MSRP $17,349

ADDITIONAL EQUIPMENT INCLUDE:

Full Harley Davidson Warranty until 2-19. Windshield & Stock Bags Included. Highly customized 2016 Heritage softail using all top quality genuine Harley-Davidson parts! No expense spared! Over $6000 in parts not counting labor!

Complete chrome front end with Arlen Ness 2″ lowering kit, 2″ adjustable rear lowering kit, Vance & Hines “Long Shot” chrome exhaust, all smoked lens’s with LED lay down license plate and tail light, custom wrap around billet license plate holder, Narrow rear turn signal bar, Harley-Davidson teardrop floating brake rotors, all bolts either chromed or topped on bike, custom rear axle cover, Boomerang chrome frame side covers, engine oil analog oil temp gauge, chrome voltage regulator cover, all chrome billet foot controls, Harley Nostalgia chrome engine guard, and high flow air cleaner element.

Harley Badlander seat, all front lights have frenched trim rings, H-D motor Co chrome front axle covers, chrome lifter block covers, chrome rear master cylinder cover, 103″ logo timing cover, chrome main line oil line cover, chrome head bolt covers, Avon hand grips, H-D chrome caliper inserts, custom mirrors and chrome rear inner fender cover

Billet clutch cable clamp, chrome kickstand cover, chrome cylinder base covers, H-D chrome spark plug fillers, H-D chrome shift linkage, chrome inner primary cover, H-D chrome fuel outlet cover, chrome upper & lower belt guards, quick release swing arm bag, H-D 1-1/4″ beach bars 34″ wide with internal wiring, LA Choppers hidden bolt handlebar risers and so much more!

This bike is FLAWLESS with only 195 miles!

Everything on this bike is PERFECT!!! You will not find a nicer bike!!!

This bike has passed Lifestyle Cycles rigorous 100-point safety and mechanical 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!!!

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BRAND New Bikernet Reader Comment!

THE HAPPY 4TH OF JULY BIKERNET WEEKLY NEWS for July 2, 2020

https://www.bikernet.com/pages/THE_HAPPY_4TH_OF_JULY_BIKERNET_WEEKLY_NEWS_for_July_2_2020.aspx

It was great visiting with you in the Deadwood and thanks for taking me to see Wild Bill and Calamity Jane’s final resting place. The new headquarters is going to be kick ass! Loved being in Biker heaven with you, but next time let’s do something on two wheels!

— Johnny
johnny3sal@aol.com
Humble, TX

BANDIT’S CANTINA BAD JOKE LIBRARY IS SORTA OPEN–Offensive sports teams

I think all sports fans and most everybody else will get a kick out of this letter written to

the Chicago Tribune. No matter which side you are on in the matter of renaming the
Washington Redskins, this is funny. This guy is hilarious…

This is an e-mail sent to Clarence Page of the Chicago Tribune after
an article he published concerning a name change for the Washington
Redskins

Dear Mr. Page: I agree with our Native American population. I am
highly jilted by the racially charged name of the Washington Redskins.
One might argue that to name a professional football team after Native
Americans would exalt them as fine warriors, but nay, nay. We must be
careful not to offend, and in the spirit of political correctness and
courtesy, we must move forward.

Let’s ditch the Kansas City Chiefs, the Atlanta Braves and the
Cleveland Indians. If your shorts are in a wad because of the
reference the name Redskins makes to skin color, then we need to get
rid of the Cleveland Browns.

The Carolina Panthers obviously were named to keep the memory of
militant Blacks from the ‘60s alive. Gone. It’s offensive to us white
folk.

The New York Yankees offend the Southern population. Do you see a
team named for the Confederacy? No!

There is no room for any reference
to that tragic war that cost this country so many young men’s lives. I
am also offended by the blatant references to the Catholic religion
among our sports team names. Totally inappropriate to have the New
Orleans Saints, the Los Angeles Angels or the San Diego Padres.

Then there are the team names that glorify criminals who raped and
pillaged. We are talking about the horrible Oakland Raiders, the
Minnesota Vikings, the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and the Pittsburgh
Pirates!

Now, let us address those teams that clearly send the wrong message
to our children. The San Diego Chargers promote irresponsible fighting
or even spending habits. Wrong message to our children.

The New York Giants and the San Francisco Giants promote obesity, a
growing childhood epidemic. Wrong message to our children. The
Cincinnati Reds promote downers/barbiturates. Wrong message to our children.

The Milwaukee Brewers. Well that goes without saying. Wrong message
to our children.

So, there you go. We need to support any legislation that comes out
to rectify this travesty, because the government will likely become
involved with this issue, as they should. Just the kind of thing the
do-nothing Congress loves.

As a die-hard Oregon State fan, my wife and I, with all of this in
mind, suggest it might also make some sense to change the name of the
Oregon State women’s athletic teams to something other than “the
Beavers (especially when they play Southern California. Do we really
want the Trojans sticking it to the Beavers???

I always love your articles and I generally agree with them. As for
the Redskins name I would suggest they change the name to the
“Foreskins” to better represent their community, paying tribute to the
dick heads in Washington DC.

–Joe Smith

 

AMERICAN IRON SUSPENDS PUBLICATION–American Iron Magazine, published since 1989, has suspended publication.

The world has changed significantly. The motorcycle business has changed. And the magazine industry has too. Unfortunately, not for the better – short or long term.

For the last 31 years our team has worked hard responding successfully to the trends, opportunities and changes. But when our advertising crashed with the recent spread of the virus, we ran out of options. We trimmed the page count and content in our magazines, but that was not enough to make a difference.

Rather than watch our magazines decline even further, we have suspended publication as we explore our options. It is not an easy decision for American Iron Magazine, American Iron Garage and American Iron Salute, but it is the right one.

The last issue of American Iron Magazine was Issue #390, on sale last week.
Since 1989, I have been fortunate to work with really great editors, art directors and contributors who were dedicated, creative, hard-working and smart. They had to be to achieve what we did for more than three decades. And a big thanks to all of our readers and advertisers, who supported our efforts so passionately.

Rather than dwell on the end of our magazines, I hope you’ll join us remembering your favorite articles, writers, photographers and events that we have enjoyed over the years. There have been so many.

Thank you one and all for your support, encouragement and friendship. It’s been a heckuva ride.

–Buzz Kantor
Publisher
American Iron Magazine

–from Rogue
Senior Editor
Bikernet.com™

CHRISTINI AWD LAUNCHES E-BIKE SERIES OF PRODUCTS

All-Wheel Drive Off-Road E-Bicycles to be Manufactured in USA by Christini AWD

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania—CHRISTINI AWD is launching a new generation of All-Wheel Drive bicycles utilizing the same revolutionary technology that has been providing traction and control benefits to off-road riders for years. But now these remarkable pedal-driven machines will have a high power electric-assist mid-drive motor to launch them over slippery rocks and wet roots like no other single, rear-wheel driven e-bicycle. Available in a 27.5” hardtail and several FAT tired models, these electric-assist mountain bicycles provide the ultimate in traction control allowing a rider to conquer conditions most thought to be un-ridable. The added benefits will dramatically extend ride length and climbing capabilities. Customers will be able to ride miles further and climb hills never before summited!

Inventor and entrepreneur, Steve Christini, announced this week he is looking to offer his unique machines via a select dealer network which understands the added performance a second-driven wheel provides to an e-bicycle. “E-bikes are taking over the world because they provide an off-road riding experience to a wider demographic than ever before. With AWD (all-wheel drive) added to that mix, riders will gain a go-anywhere level of confidence never available until now.”

Christini AWD Bicycles incorporate a mid-drive Bafang 1500W motor with torque sensing pedal-assist abilities all for under $5600 MSRP. These bikes are appropriately balanced – and offer a true mountain bike experience – without the burden of heavy hub motors found on some other 2WD utility bikes.

AWD Hardtail Plus Specs

· Frame 6061 T6 aluminum
· MRP Raven Air 35mm fork
· 1500W Bafang mid-drive motor with color-display and torque sensing
· 27.5” Sun Ringle rims with Wheelsmith spokes
· Quality SRAM cassette, shifter, derailleur, brakes, calipers, rotors & levers
· Weight: 49 pounds
· MSRP: $5595

Start now by inviting a new category of customer into your store. For more information on how to become a dealer, please contact sales@christinibicycles.com for more information. Ask for the Dealer Kit and get started toward your new, profitable venture into e-bikes, the new “gateway drug to more motorcycle sales.” See www.christinibicycles.com for more information.

BANDIT’S CANTINA BAD JOKE LIBRARY IS OPEN AROUND THE CLOCK, NO MASKS REQUIRED–What’s orange and sounds like a parrot? A carrot.

Did you hear about the Italian chef that died? He pasta way.

Why couldn’t the bicycle stand up? Because it was two tired!

Parallel lines have so much in common. It’s a shame they’ll never meet.

–Sam Burns

RECOVERY ASSISTANCE GOOD NEWS–
Congress Reopens PPP

Small Business Loans:
August 8 Deadline
There’s now more time for small business owners still interested in applying for a loan from the Paycheck Protection Program to help cover payroll costs and certain other expenses during the pandemic. The deadline to apply has been extended to August 8.

According to the Wall Street Journal this week, about $130 billion of the $670 billion made available for the PPP is still unclaimed. Those seeking a loan should click here to visit the U.S. Small Business Administration and find eligible lenders.

–MIC

REPORT FROM EL WAGGS
I got this note and photo from a friend of mine in Paso Robles, Mike Madden, regarding one of the guys in that video.
Mike is also one of the 3 First Place finishers in the first Cannon Ball 5 or 6 years ago. More about him if you’re interested

Here’s the note he sent:

Just read your email about land speed records. The old boy in the photo is Charles Nearburg. He stopped by to ride his Crocker last Thursday. His Crocker hit 141 mph at Muroc in ‘46. Google him, as he holds a record at Bonneville, fastest gasoline powered car on earth. He is also one of the four directors of the Peterson Museum. Also, the only person I know that left Urban speechless. Check out his ‘71 Ferrari Daytona. It has only 900 miles on it.

–Mike Madden

Meaningful Reform of Civil Asset Forfeiture Laws on the Horizon?–Reform, Civil Asset Forfeiture Reform, US Senate

Dear NMA Members,

As noted in the NMA e-newsletter of a month ago, Flipping the Stacked Deck, civil asset forfeiture (CAF) is an, “. . . insidious means by which enforcement agencies profit by seizing property from citizens.” Because motorists are one of the most victimized groups of CAF, we have made it a primary agenda item when talking to lawmakers in Washington.

Perhaps triggered by the renewed call for police reform after the death of George Floyd and others at the hands of law enforcement, some U.S. senators are renewing a push for revamping CAF laws. NMA lobbyist Rob Talley reports:

Senators Rand Paul (R-KY), Angus King (R-ME), Mike Lee (R-UT), and Mike Crapo (R-ID) have reintroduced the FAIR (Fifth Amendment Integrity Restoration) Act, a bill that would dramatically reform civil forfeiture. SB 4074 attacks the unjust profit incentives inherent in civil forfeiture as well as the unfair process that property owners face. The Institute for Justice’s Nick Sibila has published an op-ed in Forbes explaining why it deserves support.
Per Senator Paul, the FAIR Act may be offered as an amendment to any policing reform bill that the Senate considers. The House-side backers of the FAIR Act made a similar effort a few weeks ago with the House policing reform bill, but they were not permitted to bring it forward in committee or on the House floor. There may be new opportunities now that the House and Senate are in a partisan stalemate.

Senators Chuck Grassley (R-IA) and Pat Leahy (D-VT) could soon reintroduce the Due Process Act. That legislation does not address the profit incentives of law enforcement but does include due process protections for property owners. That bill also was introduced in the House last year by Reps. Jim Sensenbrenner (R-WI) and Bobby Scott (D-VA) as HR 2835.

We will keep you apprised of developments with the FAIR and Due Process Acts. Both could have a significant impact for motorists.

–NMA

Spectro Oils Presents the 14th Annual Cycle Source Magazine & Iron Horse Saloon

RUN TO THE LINE
Wednesday, August 12, 2020
Wednesday, August 12th, 2020
Departing Iron Horse Saloon at high noon.

Ride through Vanocker Canyon with the Cycle Source Crew. This is a bucket list motorcycle road in the U.S.A. Photography along the ride provided by Mike Lichter.

BANDIT AND HOWARD NIGHT MAKING A BUCKLE AND BELT FOR UPCOMING FLYING PISTON BREAKFAST—There’s a silent auction at the Builders Breakfast every year to promote the kids ride effort by Strider Customs and this year I made a handmade brass buckle and collaborated with Howard Knight on a magnificent hand-tooled leather belt.

In addition to an exclusive first look at the Strider Customs, Builder Breakfast ticket holders also enjoy a catered breakfast and silent auction of selected items—plus the chance to meet the Chip’s owner Rod “Woody” Woodruff, photographer Michael Lichter, emcee Patrick Jansen and the builders from the prestigious Motorcycles As Art exhibition, who are on hand to meet & greet. For 2020 this is an especially historic group including Dave Perewitz, Donnie Smith, Don Hotop, Cory Ness, Jeff Cochran, Cole Foster, Arlin Fatland, Brian Klock, Billy Lane and 30 more legacy customizers.

Media, Sponsors and Participants: Bikernet.com. The Flying Piston Builders Breakfast is produced by Marilyn Stemp of Iron Trader News and Jeff Najar of Biker Pros. Bikernet.com is a media sponsor.

SPEAKING OF COVID—I received a report from a medical official at a major insurance company. According to her, the outbreak is not as bad as it seems. Hospitals are not overrun, and treatments have improved.

The only thing overrun are testing sites and the way the numbers are handled. Keep watching and stay safe.

I’ve got my fingers crossed. We might get a call about the six bikes headed this way.
I just read that V-Twin Visionary team just made a cross-country Covid Ride and are setting up to ride 1200 miles on the Sturgis Smash 2020 run.

We just had another brief thunderstorm and it moved on. We are setting up the garage and getting a new MIG welder. I brought a set of Oxy/acetelyne tanks for the meantime. Tomorrow I may try to scramble to Joe Mielke’s shop to kick around shop benches and see his fab shop. Hell, I might try to get a hot little South Dakota drivers license. Hang on!

In the meantime Ride fast and Free Forever…

–Bandit

Hey,

Life is amazing. We’re in the middle of a Pandemic and J&P had their best single day sales record in the history of the company. And now J&P is owned by another company.

Get this, boat sales have gone through the roof. It’s one way a family can play together and not run into nasty crowds. One manufacturer launched their new models way before the end of the year.

Motorcycles have a similar blessing, that’s why Rich is having a banner year at American Biker in Charleston, SC, and Junior, at Lifestyle Cycles in SoCal is kicking ass in Orange County, California. It’s about embracing what’s available. A brother has an event magazine. No events, no business, but that’s not the case. He’s going to start covering underground events. He’s also going to interview big event promoters about their struggle and what they need.

Hell, Scott Jacobs was making bank on Cruise line art auctions. That’s gone for now, but Scott, Sharon and their daughters opened a brewery restaurant and bakery in Deadwood and they are kicking ass. There doesn’t seem to be any Covid around here. It’s amazing.

 Cruise ships don’t need to set idle. Hell, one cruise ship could hold three separated conventions at the same time and stay in dock. Safety measures on one of those massive ships could be a breeze because of the compartments. Everything would be completely contained.

But riding is the best. Feel free, in the wind and social distancing is not a problem at 90mph.

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. Most recently Quick Throttle Magazine came on board.

Bagger Nation Pre-Wired Monkey Bars–Paul Yaffe’s Phoenix, Arizona based Bagger Nation’s Monkey Bars program is popular with all touring riders, including Baggers of course, and with the company’s original Monkey Bars for 2014 – present Street/Electra Glide and Ultra Classic now available “pre-wired”, expect them to stay that way – “Monkeying around has never been easier!”

Pre-wired Monkey Bagger Bars for 2014-present Street Glide/Ultra Classic
Shipped direct from the Bagger Nation factory, the pre-wired Monkey Bars come with both plug and play CAN bus control harnesses and connectors installed. A pull wire is also installed on the throttle side, making the twist grip throttle sensor exchange painless.

The Bagger Nation solution eliminates the need to buy extensions, and the pre-wired option retains the OEM premium quality twist grip throttle sensor and comes complete with internal switch wires and connectors installed. These bars are compatible with the H-D heated grips.

They are made in steel, are drilled and have a gloss black powder-coat finish and have a 1 1/4″ bar diameter with a 1″ clamp and grip area diameter, 4 1/2″ wide clamp area (knurl to knurl), 8″ end rise/height and 15″ center width (inside to inside). The overall width is 36″ with a 9″ pullback/sweep.

Pre-wired OEM Monkey Bars for 2015-present Road Glide

Also seen here are Bagger Nation pre-wired OEM replacement Monkey Bars for 2015 – present Road Glides. They also have both plug and play CAN bus control harnesses and connectors installed, H-D heated grip compatibility, throttle side pull wire and retain the OEM twist grip sensor.

With these stock replacement applications, the 10 inchers don’t need new hydraulic brake and clutch lines, but the 12, 14 and 16″ options do; also, on 2015 and later Road Glide Ultras and some CVO Road Glides, the purchase of the standard control clamps from a H-D dealer will be required. Available chrome or black with 1 1/4″ bar diameter, 10 1/2″ center width, 1 1/4″ clamp area bar diameter with 4 1/2″ knurl to knurl clamp area width, 1″ grip area bar diameter, 10″ end rise/height and 10 1/2″ inside to inside center width.

PAUL YAFFE’S BAGGER NATION
www.baggernation.com
Posted by DealerWorld

BILTWELL NEWS– #operationnumbnuts 2021

JD’s Adventure Shovel–Ready for Anything
We’ve moved our Arctic Circle trip to 2021 but one of our favorite riding buddys JD Sansaver is ready to go right now! Follow the link to see some details on the bike and check out the video bike feature.

We’ve decided to postpone the Operation Numbnuts trip to the Arctic Circle until 2021. With COVID-19 not showing any signs of abating any time soon and the Canadian border still closed, it just made sense. We could’ve taken the ferry back instead of riding through the Yukon and BC, but that would cost a fortune and eliminate some of the best riding areas we were really looking forward to. Most importantly, it’s not the most responsible thing for a bunch of us to roll into the small towns and villages in remote areas along the way, so we decided to shelf it for another 11-12 months.

Most of us are ready to go, but JD has probably done the most prep on his bike in anticipation of the trip. He pulled the pan engine out and swapped in the trusty cone shovel from his chopper. Then he built the windscreen complete with “doped” canvas just like vintage airplane wings were made back in the day. He hand-made the custom rubber/leather tour pack bag, made sure his fly-fishing rig had a mount, fitted up a front fender for the first time and he’s good to go!

He’s way ahead of the game for next year, so who knows what crafty old JD will think up to add on to this awesome machine over the next few months…

5-BALL LEATHERS TESTIMONIAL–
I got my leather shirt in today! Thanks so much man, it’s so nice. I appreciate the goodies you threw in as well. Hope to meet you sometime. Have a good one in Deadwood.

–Matt Jackson

RALLY NEWS FROM THE STURGIS MUSEUM– Beat the Heat !
Featured Artists Visit the Museum During Rally

Kayla Koeune featured August 8, 10, 11 from 1 PM – 4 PM
Darren McKeag featured August 7, 8, 9 from 1 PM – 4 PM

Kayla Koeune
Longmont, Colorado

Kayla is an amazing artist, motorcycle rider and world traveler. Well known for her moto inspired art, featuring vintage Harley-Davidson motors, to women donning helmets. Her art has been featured in several major art shows, including the David Mann Show, The Harley-Davidson 110th Anniversary museum exhibit, and Michael Lichters Motorcycles As Art show. Kayla is currently working on a piece entitled “Fastest Women Period”, a tribute to her late friend Jessi Combs. This piece will be debuted here at the museum, during the 80th Sturgis Rally on Saturday, August 8th.

www.infernoartstudio.com
@kaylainfernoart

Darren McKeag
Cedar Rapids, Iowa

Darren is well known for his motorcycle influenced art. All of his enamel paintings are done by hand, with a brush. Darren also enjoys working in other mediums such as acrylic, pen and ink, colored pencils and limited edition screen printed posters. From complete motorcycle and helmet paint jobs, pin-striping, t-shirt and logo designs, Darren does it all. All while being one of the nicest and most down to earth people in the motorcycle industry.

www.mckeagart.com
@mckeagart

NAMZ Lighting Splice

NAMZ is ALL about making your life simple and sometimes too simple. Our latest NAMZ exclusive product is something that founder Jeff Zielinski was not too keen on in the past due to always wanting to keep it 100% accurate and using only OEM products. So our new Lightning Splice’s are definitely not OEM but they are indeed a low cost quality wiring connection sure to make wiring a snap!

After a lot of testing, we have finally produced a product that we would put own name on, easy to use, with (4) wiring configurations, simple to service/remove and heavy duty enough to stand up to the most aggressive rider. These splice connectors, using a sharp copper contact make a v-cut into each wires insulation gaurenteeing a solid connection. Simply pop open the hinged door on the splice, insert the wire(s) and press firmly down, even using a set of pliers or needle nose for a perfect crimp.

Be on the lookout for many wiring options to include the new NAMZ Lightning Splices to make all your wiring jobs easy and still done the right way!
Check out our Lightning Splice’s for yourself!

NAMZ CUSTOM CYCLE PRODUCTS
www.namzccp.com

Posted by DealerWorld

LIFESTYLE CYCLES DEAL OF THE WEEK– 2015 Harley-Davidson® FLHR – Road King for $16,995.00

SEE IT HERE: https://www.lifestylecycles.com/default.asp?page=xPreOwnedInventoryDetail&id=9016171

Features May Include:
Project RUSHMORE – Control
Here are some of the innovations Project RUSHMORE led to: the Reflex™ Linked Brakes with ABS, the Daymaker™ LED headlamps and fog lamps, brighter Tour-Pak® lighting, brighter turn signals, brighter brake lights, and a steering head with stiffer front forks. Locked-up tires are now history even when there’s wet pavement. We’ve made it feel even better to lean your way through a turn. Now you can see better. And we’ve made you more conspicuous to the cage-driving public. Because one thing we all agree on is this: bikes that work better make riders who ride better. Take a ride. See how good you can be.

Air-Adjustable Suspension
With air-adjustable suspension that comes standard, you can dial in your ride to accommodate heavier or lighter payloads, battle unexpected road conditions or simply set it to how you like to roll. The lighter the load, the softer you can go by decreasing the air pressure a bit, or increase the air pressure for a more firm ride. A convenient air valve is located between the saddlebag and rear fender for quick adjusting. It’s all about rider and passenger comfort and setting your bike to fit your taste—the easy way.

Brembo® Brakes
Confidence. Control. High-performance dual disc Brembo® brakes offer consistent stopping power at all speeds. The 4-piston front and rear caliper with dual front rotor brake system is state of the art and top of the line. It’s just another way The Motor Company puts a high level of detail into their bikes to give you peace of mind throughout your journey.

Reflex™ Linked Brakes with Anti-lock Braking System
No doubt about it, there are times when you need to haul things down in a hurry. And you don’t get to pick those times. Or decide whether or not they occur when you’re on a flat, smooth, dry, perfect stretch of pavement. That’s why our touring models feature the Reflex™ Linked Brakes with ABS. ABS turns a locked-up front wheel or a rear wheel skid into a relic from riding’s history. And the front and rear brakes are electronically linked to provide exactly the right amount of brake to each tire no matter what the road condition is. No matter how good you are, this will make you a better rider.

Twin Cam 103™ Engine Innovation
Fire up the Twin Cam 103™ engine and feel the low-end torque unleashed. Thanks to the lightweight piston design, delivery of the added power is more refined than ever. Then put your foot on the shifter and feel how the engine and Six-Speed Cruise Drive® transmission were designed to work together. Six speeds. A strong driveline and strong internal parts. Low routine maintenance. And a low cruising rpm couldn’t feel better.

OLD BECOMES NEW AGAIN AT DIME BAG LEATHERS—Years ago, I produced and sold these watch bands in Easyriders under the IRS name. We used IRS because the IRS was fucking with us. Recently Adam, who fell in love with working with leather talked to me about expanding his line, so I sent him a sample. I also sent him a sample of our IRS leather wallets. Hang on for those. Here’s his report.

First prototype is done. A few modifcations on the next one and I’ll get you the three piece set, along with the cellphone holster. Gonna make some cool pieces for sure. What do you think with the photos?

–AC
Dime Bag Leather
309-532-5081

INDIAN MOTORCYCLE AND S&S CYCLE TO RACE AT INAUGURAL
‘KING OF THE BAGGERS’ INVITATIONAL AT LAGUNA SECA

Armed with the Indian Challenge & Piloted by Road Racing Champion Tyler O’Hara, Indian & S&S
Take on An Entire Field of Harley-Davidsons

 Indian Motorcycle, America’s First Motorcycle Company, and S&S Cycle today announced a collaboration to race an Indian Challenger at the inaugural Drag Specialties King of the Baggers invitational at Laguna Seca Raceway. The modified Indian Challenger will be piloted by the highly-decorated racing champion Tyler O’Hara.

Among the 14 teams invited to the first-ever King of the Baggers race, S&S is the only Indian Challenger entry. Set to face off against a field of 13 Harley-Davidson baggers, the appropriately-named Indian Challenger boasts superior out-of-the-box performance, including a best-in-class 122 horsepower, an inverted front suspension, and a hydraulically-adjustable FOX® rear shock.

“When the Indian Challenger was released last October, it set a new standard for performance-oriented, stock baggers and offers the ideal platform, from which to base our race modifications,” said Paul Langely of S&S. “That said, we’re leaving no stone unturned when evaluating the modifications needed to be successful at Laguna Seca.”

At the helm of the S&S-modified Indian Challenger will be road racing veteran Tyler O’Hara. A highly-decorated, and seasoned rider, O’Hara brings a diverse racing background – having won titles in supersport, supermoto, motocross and flat track racing. O’Hara also brings significant experience at Laguna Seca.

“I’m thrilled to not only be racing in the King of the Baggers event, but to be piloting the only Indian Challenger in the field. It’s an incredible opportunity for me, and I expect it will be a ton of fun,” said O’Hara. “The Challenger is a remarkable machine in its stock form, but I know the S&S team will be working its magic to give us the best chance to be successful come race day.”

“Just like the rest of the racing community and motorcycle industry, we cannot wait to see 14 baggers ripping around Laguna Seca,” said Gary Gray, Vice President – Racing, Technology and Service for Indian Motorcycle. “That said, we’re extremely proud to be the lone Indian Motorcycle in the field, partnering with our friends, the elite innovators at S&S.”

The King of the Baggers event will be part of the MotoAmerica Superbike Speedfest at Monterey on October 23-25. The inaugural race will join the premier MotoAmerica Superbike, Supersport, Liqui Moly Junior Cup, Stock 1000, Twins Cup and Heritage Cup racing.

Facing a field of nothing but Harley-Davidsons, King of the Baggers serves up a compelling extension of Indian Motorcycle’s Challenger Challenge program, a mobile demo tour and dealer test ride program that encourages motorcyclists to test ride the Indian Challenger, head-to-head against the Harley-Davidson® Road Glide® Special.

“We’ve seen incredible consumer response to the superior features and benefits of the Challenger when compared directly against the Road Glide,” said Gray. “King of the Baggers takes that comparison to an entirely different level, as we face off against the field at Laguna Seca.”

For more information and ticketing for the Drag Specialties King of the Baggers, visit MotoAmerica.com. Learn more about S&S Cycle at SSCycle.com, and Indian Motorcycle at IndianMotorcycle.com, Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.

Hawai’i Motorcycle Rally Updates
Aloha Members,Join me at Hawaii Motorcycle Rally & Bagger Show on the Wix app to browse and get updates on up coming motorcycle events!

Mahalo,
–Javen
https://www.hawaiimotorcyclerally.com/

FREEDOM RECOGNIZED–Missouri Governor Signs HB1963T – Including Helmet Repeal

This afternoon, Missouri Governor Mike Parson signed legislation that would modify the current helmet law in the “Show Me State.” The new law, which will go into effect August 28, 2020, allows motorcyclists to ride without helmets if they are 26 years of age or older and have medical insurance.

Freedom of Road Riders Legislative Coordinator Amy Allmon said “Persistence actually pays off, on Tuesday July 14th at 1:30pm Missouri Governor Mike Parson signed our helmet modification bill. Freedom of choice in Missouri!” When asked for a reaction, MRF Chairman of the board, Kirk “Hardtail” Willard had this to say, “The Motorcycle Riders Foundation celebrates today with the bikers of Missouri on their victory of freedom of choice. It’s incredible to realize the State Motorcyclist Rights Organizations have spent nearly four decades pursuing their freedom. Given today’s political environment this is truly rarified air. Ride free Missouri.”

Congratulations to the Freedom of Road Riders, ABATE for Missouri and all those who never quit in the fight to let those who ride, decide!

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.

BIKERNET MEDICAL CENTER COVID UPDATE ALERT–
Testing over the phone

My urologist’s office called the other day and explained that my scheduled appointment would now be done over the phone due to the Coronavirus. One hour before the scheduled teleconference, I was instructed (via email) to administer my own urine test.

Directions:
Simply go outside and pee on the front lawn.
If ants gather: DIABETES.
If you pee on your feet: PROSTATE.
If it smells like a barbecue: CHOLESTEROL.
If you don’t enjoy holding your penis in your hand: LOW TESTOSTERONE.
If your wrist hurts when you shake it: OSTEOARTHRITIS.
If you return to your house without zipping your fly: ALZHEIMERS

–Sam Burns

Progressive Suspension Launches Full Suspension System for Yamaha XSR700 and MT-07/FZ-07 Riders

Progressive Suspension, the nation’s premier manufacturer of motorcycle and UTV suspension products, announced the launch of a full suspension system designed for the popular XSR700, Yamaha MT-07 and its predecessor, the Yamaha FZ-07. The system consists of two products, a replacement front fork cartridge kit and a monoshock for the rear, both designed by Progressive Suspension specifically for these motorcycles. While each product is available separately, the magic happens when both front and rear suspension receive the upgrade.

The suspension system is designed to improve the quality of the XSR/MT/FZ ride, as well as offering greater front-end stability, improved cornering, front brake dive and bottoming control. The setup eliminates bottoming and shaking in sweeping corners, giving the rider a smoother, more nimble riding experience.

“We chose to launch this system for the MT-07, a great bike that needed better-than-stock suspension to really show its stuff,” said Sean Delshadi, brand manager for Progressive Suspension. “Customers who upgrade their FZ-07, MT-07 or XSR700 with our system will have a more stable ride and less front-end dive when braking. We think our system unlocks the real performance potential of the bike, making it a whole new animal for the rider to enjoy.”

The front suspension package features Progressive Suspension’s state of the art Monotube Fork Cartridge Kit which replaces the open bath internals of the stock fork. It converts dual damper rod suspension to high performance gas charged monotube dampers and custom tuned fork springs. Monotube-style damping improves ride comfort, resistance to front brake dive as well as improving front end stability, cornering and bottoming control. The kit fits 2015 through current Yamaha FZ-07, MT-07 and XSR700 forks and replaces all of the internal parts. No modifications to the motorcycle are required, and the installation is simple. Suggested retail price is $339.95.

The 465 Series Rear setup represents state of the art in high pressure, gas monotube shock design. Utilizing a 46mm bore and deflective disc piston for precise damping, the beefy, 16mm, hard-chrome shaft rides on custom Viton seals for low friction and leak free life. Threaded body and a five-position rebound adjuster allows for fine tuning to match the owner’s riding style and load. Available with options including a standard rate or heavy-duty spring, and stock length. The 465 is custom tuned for each application, from the damping and spring rate all the way down to the jounce bumper. This product fits the 2015 and later Yamaha FZ-07, MT-07, XRS700 and the product line will soon expand to include other monoshock bikes. Suggested retail price is $649.95

More information is available on the Progressive Suspension website or at a Progressive Suspension dealer.

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CUSTOM STRIDER BIKES TO BE RELEASED DURING STURGIS RALLY–

So we have 6 tiny Strider bikes built by women to be unveiled at the Flying Piston Breakfast – actually there are 7 bikes but one is from some guy named Ron Finch.

IMHO, the women builders all have strong reach within car and bike circles. They are:
• Savannah Rose (formerly w S&S, social media maven)Pink and Silver Stingray
• Lena Fairless (Rick’s daughter)Pink Fairless Flyer
• Ashmore Ellis (Babes Ride Out)”Little Ripper” blue racer
• Cris Sommer Simmons (Women rider pioneer, author, Cannonball rider)Mini Board Tracker
• JoAnn Bortles (Crazy Horse Paint, SEMA and hot rods)Flamed, stretched chopper
• The team from WomenRidersNow, led by racer Erin Hunter SillsDaisy Bike

We don’t show the complete finished Striders until after they’re revealed at the Breakfast but I’d like to post some teasers of all the bikes in advance.

–Marilyn Stemp
Editor:
•Iron Trader News
•Kiwi Indian E-News
•Sturgis Rider Daily

Marilynstemp@gmail.com
828-205-8482

BRAND New Bikernet Reader Comment!–
Lotlita and the Girls at the Strip Club

https://www.bikernet.com/pages/Lotlita_and_the_Girls_at_the_Strip_Club.aspx

A couple of those ladies make me wish I had got back on the plane and gone back. Seems the older I get the more my attempt at a night’s sleep takes me elsewhere.

Ride safe, enjoy the badlands, maybe someday I will go back to Sturgis. I’m 74 next month. It’s been a good run.

–Alex Jemery
aj846@lycos.com
Deland, FL

DID YOU KNOW THESE THINGS HAD NAMES?

1. The space between your eyebrows is called a glabella.
2. The way it smells after the rain is called petrichor.
3. The plastic or metallic coating at the end of your shoelaces is called an aglet.
4. The rumbling of stomach is actually called a wamble.
5. The cry of a new born baby is called a vagitus.
6. The prongs on a fork are called tines.
7. The sheen or light that you see when you close your eyes and press your hands on them is called phosphenes.
8. The tiny plastic table placed in the middle of a pizza box is called a box tent.
9. The day after tomorrow is called
overmorrow.
10. Your tiny toe or finger is called minimus.
11. The wired cage that holds the cork in a bottle of champagne is called a Muselet.
12. The ‘na na na’ and ‘la la la’, which don’t really have any meaning in the lyrics of any song, are called vocables.
13. When you combine an exclamation mark with a question mark (like this ?!), it is referred to as an interrobang.
14. The space between your nostrils is called columella nasi.
15. The armhole in clothes, where the sleeves are sewn, is called armscye.
16. The condition of finding it difficult to get out of the bed in the morning is called dysania.
17. Illegible hand-writing is called griffonage.
18. The dot over an “i” or a “j” is called tittle.
19. That utterly sick feeling you get after eating or drinking too much is called crapulence.
20. The metallic device used to measure your feet at the shoe store is called Bannock device.

HOW MANY OF THE ABOVE DID YOU ALREADY KNOW?

–Dr. Wayfarer
Chief Instructor
International Bikernet Training Seminar
India

IRON HORSE SALOON ACTION–Garage Build Bike Show
Tuesday, August 11, 2020
Tuesday, August 11, 2020
Iron Horse Saloon Sturgis

Registration opens at 1:00 PM
Prizes awarded at 5:00 PM

The rally’s best AMATEUR BUILDERS ONLY show is back at Iron Horse Saloon in 2020. Show off your pride and joy and compete to win. Garage built by amateur builders only!

For more information visit GarageBuild.com

This is your chance to show your stuff live and in person at the greatest motorcycle rally in the world. Dennis Kirk, with the support of the Sturgis Iron Horse Saloon and Cycle Source Magazine are hosting the 3rd Annual Garage Build Motorcycle Show.

This show is for amateur builders only. Yes, we like pro-built bikes as much as anyone else, but they have many other shows that they can participate in to display their skills. No professionally built motorcycles will be allowed in the show.

This show is for you, the person who didn’t build it to make money but rather for the fun and self-satisfaction of being able to say…I did it myself and I’m really proud of it!

It doesn’t matter if it is mild or wild, as long as you did it yourself. If you built a ground-up custom in your garage, we want to see it. If you heavily modified a stock motorcycle, we want to see your bike too. In fact, even if you just bolted on some cool stuff and tweaked your basic stock ride to make it your own come on over to the Iron Horse Saloon and show it off. V-Twins, Metrics, Trikes, Cafes, Rats, or any other cool rides are encouraged to participate.

What do you get for being in the Garage Build Show? First and foremost, the opportunity to show off your pride and joy! In addition, the Iron Horse Saloon will treat you to a free beverage. Yes it is a true a free beverage! You will also get a free swag bag full of goodies, a chance at trophies and gift cards. There is no entry fee whatsoever. All you have to do is show up and you’re in the show.

The details:

When: Tuesday, August 11th, 2020
Location: Iron Horse Saloon, 888 Junction Ave, Sturgis, SD 57785
Time: Registration is at 1pm. The Bike Show is from 1pm to 4pm. Judging from 4pm to 5pm. Awards at 5pm Registrants will be admitted at any time during show hours.

Cycle Source Magazine staff will judge the show.
There will be plaque awards:
Stock Mod
Bobber
Chopper
American
European
Metric
Bagger
Performance
Antique
Daily Rider
Best of Show
Gift card awards:
All plaque winners will receive a $100 Dennis
Free beverage is limited to one per bike entry.

Special Guests:
Chris and Heather Callen from Cycle Source will be joining us for the 3rd Annual Sturgis show.

BIKERNET INNOVATION OF THE WEEK–This Blowjob Machine Designed for Tesla’s On Autopilot Is A Terrible Idea But Probably Not Why You Think.

First, I need to be clear that I am not here to kink-shame anyone. Sex is great, masturbation is great, and you do whatever the hell you want to get yourself off, as long as everyone involved is thrilled to be a part of it.

Now, with that out of the way, I have to say that I find the Automoblow, the “first sexual pleasure device for self-driving cars” incredibly alarming. The reason I’m alarmed isn’t because of the part that involves you shoving your turgid junk into something that looks like a

The reason I’m alarmed isn’t because of the part that involves you shoving your turgid junk into something that looks like a cross between a smoothie-maker and a medical device; it’s because of the “self-driving cars” part. Because this fellate-o-tron is relying specifically on Tesla’s Autopilot, and, despite a lot of confusion, that’s not a self-driving system. So keep it in your pants.

I thought this may be a joke at first, but, no, this product seems to be a real thing one could actually buy.

The website for Automoblow clearly states “Enjoy sexual satisfaction while your Tesla drives itself,” and that’s a very dangerous statement to make because, as you may recall, Tesla’s Autopilot system is a Level 2 semi-autonomous system, and as such needs constant attention from the driver to be ready to take over at a moment’s notice.

I’m not sure I’d trust a horny driver getting his dick worked by a tireless, mechanical blowjob-simulating machine to be in a position where they’re ready to take over if something goes wrong.

The Automoblow appears to be an Autoblow A.I. converted to run on 12V (I’m assuming, as the original machine seems to work from a 110v to 240v wall outlet) and mounted on an adjustable arm that mounts into the center cupholder of the Tesla.

Those little icons around the contraption are interesting, but I don’t feel like absolutely have to refer just to this thing. Spicing up “long road trips with occasional blowjobs” has been happening long before blowjob machines with artificial intelligence were even a thing, and, as far as “showing up to work feeling refreshed,” all I have to say to that is don’t be a fool: have your wanks in the company bathroom, on the clock, so you can be paid for your valuable “work prep” time.

That’s just being an adult 101, right there.

The website states it was “made especially for Tesla” though it could be used in pretty much any other car with a cupholder, at least for the passenger when driving, or the driver when parked. Really, at the present time, these options would be the only safe way to use this kind of thing in your car, as using it while traveling on the highway is as bad or worse than sleeping with Autopilot on, which is, as we’ve mentioned, idiotic.

I suspect that this would be even worse; if this thing is really doing stuff like this to your junk while the car is driving:

…then I’m not sure how ready to quickly take over you’re really going to be, and, if a wreck does happen, you’ve got to deal with the added embarrassment of being found with your junk trapped in a motorized erotic thermos.

https://autoblow.com/automoblow/

–Geno

HOW TO JUDGE THE VIRTUAL BIKE SHOW–
A new way to judge a car show
Our Managing Editor becomes a ‘virtual’ judge

By Tom Stahler
The Journal Classic Cars.com

The car show I am judging is the American Modern Insurance Group Virtual Classic Car Show. Yes, that means I will be judging from the comfort of my home office. The show is part of the celebrations surrounding the SEMA Action Network’s National Collector Car Day.

American Modern, a specialty insurance organization known for its collector car coverage, is hosting its first-ever virtual collector car show. We hope to view some of the most impressive classic and collector cars across the country.

From July 9 – 23, 2020, collector car owners can check out the American Modern Collector Car Facebook page and submit a description and one to three photos of their classic car or truck in any of the following car show categories:

Best Street Rod/Hot Rod Car or Truck
Best Antique Car or Truck
Best Muscle Car
Best Classic Car or Truck
Best Street Machine, Restomod Car or Truck
Best Modern-Day Domestic Car or Truck

RELATED: SEMA considering ways to make annual show attendees feel safe
A team of American Modern judges, including myself, will select winners by July 27th. From July 27th – August 4th, images of all submissions and the winner from each category will be displayed in a gallery on American Modern’s Facebook page.

Additionally, visitors can vote for their favorite winning collector vehicle and a “fan favorite” will be awarded to the classic car submission that gets the most engagement.

“While many in-person car shows remain canceled due to COVID-19, we wanted to provide an opportunity to safely continue the cherished summer tradition of spotlighting special classic cars,” said Rick Drewry, Senior Claims Specialist, American Modern. “With more than 25 years of experience in the collector car industry, we understand how classic car owners feel about their vehicles, and we are excited to offer a creative way to celebrate the passion of the collector car community.”

Like many in my profession, we are chomping at the bit to get out to events again. In the meantime, we are fortunate that companies like American Modern continue to engage all of us in our passion.

A MEMO FROM THE CALMING BIKERNET TEMPLE—At the base of the gray mountain.

In Buddhism, the essential meaning of the word, “study,” is the unceasing, dedicated observation and investigation of whatever arises in the mind, be it pleasant or unpleasant. Only those familiar with the observation of mind can really understand the Code of the West.

–Buddhadasa Bhikkhu and Bandit

BIKERNET UNIVERSITY ENGLISH DEPARTMENT WEEKLY LESSON
“Pragmatic” vs. “Dogmatic”: What Are The Differences?
Don’t crumble under pressure? Got a practical nature? Does this make you pragmatic or dogmatic? You can’t swap the two, so let’s find out their difference.

Some people have the incredible ability to set their emotions aside and make clear, calm decisions in a crisis. Instead of getting caught up in big-picture ideals or feeling overwhelmed by the scale of a situation, they manage to face the problem head on and address it practically one step at a time.

For those who don’t crumble under pressure, does this practical nature make them pragmatic? Or are they dogmatic because they are logical and able to get down to business?

In this case, the right word is pragmatic, and although these two words have similar definitions, they actually aren’t synonyms and can’t be swapped. Let’s dig a little deeper …

What does pragmatic mean?
As an adjective, pragmatic means “of or relating to a practical point of view or practical considerations.” It also refers to the philosophical movement pragmatism, which stresses practical consequences. Pragmatic can also mean “treating historical phenomena with special reference to their causes, antecedent conditions, and results,” as well as “relating to the affairs of the community.”

If you’re in a sticky situation, you need the help of someone who is pragmatic and who can remain calm enough to think clearly while making practical calls. This person doesn’t get stuck on big-picture ideals and emotions but instead can make decisions based on realistic, real-world circumstances.

However, when used as a noun, pragmatic is defined as “an officious or meddlesome person.” Even though this is more of an archaic sense of the term, it can insinuate that someone is overbearing and only plays by the rules.

And then there’s also pragmatic sanction, which is “any one of various imperial decrees with the effect of fundamental law.”

The word pragmatic was first recorded sometime around 1580–90. It is ultimately derived from the Greek word prâgma (“deed; state business”). Synonyms for pragmatic include businesslike, down-to-earth, efficient, hardheaded, logical, practical, realistic, and sober.

What does dogmatic mean?
Dogmatic is an adjective that’s defined as “relating to or of the nature of a dogma or dogmas or any strong set of principles concerning faith, morals, etc., as those laid down by a church; doctrinal.” For example, each week her preacher delivers dogmatic sermons that incorporate relevant current events.

Someone who is dogmatic lives by a certain set of principles they follow. However, dogmatic can also have a negative connotation, as it also means “asserting opinions in a doctrinaire or arrogant manner; opinionated.” Therefore, this dogmatic person might look down on others who don’t live according to those same morals. They might be intolerant to other beliefs. For example, he could never win a fight with his dogmatic brother, who never stopped arguing long enough to consider anyone else’s point of view.

This word was first recorded around 1595–1605. It’s derived from the Greek word dogma (“opinion, tenet”). Some synonyms for dogmatic include arbitrary, arrogant, assertive, obstinate, and stubborn.

What are the differences between pragmatic and dogmatic?

In many cases, pragmatic is all about being practical while dogmatic refers to someone sticking to certain rules. Dogmatic people or things can also be arbitrary or intolerant since they revolve around specific morals or thinking while those who are pragmatic stick to what’s matter of fact.

Here are a few more examples:

His mom makes dogmatic decisions based on her strict morale code and often looks down on her husband, who has a more pragmatic way of thinking.
She is such a pragmatic thinker that when anyone tries to talk about
Here are a few more examples:

Now that you’ve learned the differences between these two terms, test yourself on some more commonly confused words:

“Misinformation” vs. “Disinformation”
“Unchartered” vs. “Uncharted”

–from Dictionary.com

TWISTED ROAD TRIP REPORT–
Motorcycle Tour: Utah’s Upper Big Cottonwood Canyon

BY MATT WOLSKI

Utah is home to trip-worthy spots like the Bonneville Salt Flats, Arches, Zion, and Bryce Canyon National Parks. But, in a state as geographically varied as Utah, the getting there is every bit as wonderful as the destination. In fact, situated at the top of Big Cottonwood Canyon, you’ll find one of the best and most scenic Utah motorcycle rides.

One of the best mountain passes in the state—SR 190 Guardsman Pass at elevation 9,717’—is open for business (after closures from congestion and avalanches) and the temperate Utah weather means it’s always a fine day to take a motorcycle ride in Salt Lake City.

It’s home to Solitude and Brighton ski areas and the massive avalanche slide path of Argenta. It’s also where you’ll find summer favorites like Storm Mountain picnic area, and the small community of Silver Fork. The road climbs and twists from the western foothills of the central Wasatch to Park City on the mellower eastern side of the range.

The road parallels Big Cottonwood Creek and weaves between towering quartzite buttresses. Expect to see climbers on popular crags such as JHCOB (Jesus H Christ on a Bicycle) Wall, but don’t take your eyes off the road for long—there are plenty of places you don’t want to hang a turn wide or cross the double yellow into an oncoming Tacoma. While the twisties are great for a motorcycle tour, there really are many unforgiving blind corners, so ride within your limits; this isn’t the place for Street Rossis.

The canyon broadens about halfway up to reveal the ridgeline between Big Cottonwood Canyon and Little Cottonwood Canyon. Pause for a break at the Silver Fork Lodge and Restaurant—a popular spot with the Sunday breakfast crowd and also a mountain wedding reception venue for couples who met in the lift line—and take in the view of Honeycomb Canyon. Several Forest Service campsites are located close by, and the air smells pleasantly of burning pine in the evening.

The scenic ride starts turning left onto South Guardsman Pass Road which tightly switchbacks to, you guessed it, Guardsman Pass and the top of the world. For mountain bikers and hikers, this is the drop-off point for the Wasatch Crest and Blood Lake Trails. Head east toward Park City, the Uinta Mountain Range, and many more miles of thrilling riding if you have time. Otherwise, circle back to Salt Lake City and enjoy the canyon in the reverse direction.

Silver Fork Lodge and Restaurant
Things to know:

• Check for the status of seasonal road closures at http://udottraffic.utah.gov/.
• Traffic can be heavy, especially on weekends. The best time to ride is early on a weekday morning and catch the sunrise at the pass.
• Be prepared to “Share the Road” with our two-wheeled pedal bike brothers and sisters. BCC is a popular hill climb training circuit for competitive cyclists.
• Big Cottonwood Canyon is part of Salt Lake’s watershed. Don’t litter, only do your business in the bathrooms, and stay out of the creek (which is whitewater-dangerous and kills an unlucky someone every spring).
• Before opening up the throttle, be aware of the UPD (Unified Police District—law enforcement specifically tasked with policing the Wasatch Canyons).
• Have fun and be safe.

QUICK, KEEP THE BANDIT’S CANTINA BAD JOKE WIDE OPEN—No masks required!

My wife accused me of being immature. I told her to get out of my fort.

Where do you find a cow with no legs? Right where you left it.

When a deaf person sees someone yawn do they think it’s a scream?

As I suspected, someone has been adding soil to my garden. The plot thickens.

How do crazy people go through the forest? They take the psycho path.

And the lord said unto John, “Come forth and you will receive eternal life.” John came fifth and won a toaster

–Sam Burns
Sanitized Librarian
Bandit’s Cantina™

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QUICK, New Bikernet Reader Comment!–
STURGIS 2020, The History Behind the Badlands

https://www.bikernet.com/pages/STURGIS_2020_The_History_Behind_the_Badlands.aspx

Great article Marilyn.

Too many people visit Sturgis and miss so much of the history of the region, history which is at the very heart of the American story.

In my visits over the last two decades I have always made it a point to check out as many historical sites as possible.

— Doc Robinson
docrob@bigpond.com
Somerton Park, SA, Australia

Hell, I just hit the bars in search of the next Redhead.–Bandit

METZELER Looks to Increase Brand
Presence in the United States with the
Help of Acorn Woods Communications–
Metzeler has partnered with motorcycle industry marketing agency Acorn Woods Communications to boost the brand presence of Metzeler motorcycle and scooter tires in the United States.

“We are very pleased to partner with Acorn Woods Communications,” said Samuela Bracco, Vice President of Moto Business for Metzeler’s North America division. “Now as we enter a new phase in our company’s history, we look to the team at Acorn Woods Communications to help us bring our products and brand message to motorcyclists in America.”

Since 1892, Metzeler has been a driving force in the innovation of motorcycle tires, with a long list of industry firsts under its belt. Most recently, Metzeler introduced the CRUISETEC™, designed to deliver the same level of performance found in their Racing, Sport, and Touring tires to v-twin riders. With a diverse product lineup, Metzeler now offers the perfect tire for any motorcycle and any style of riding.

“We are thrilled to join forces with the team at Metzeler to grow their presence here in the U.S. market,” explained Acorn Woods Communications President Ron Benfield. “As motorcyclists and marketers, we understand the importance of the riding experience, and the role that tires play in that experience. We are excited to introduce riders across the country to the quality, innovation and performance of Metzeler tires.”

STURGIS MOTORCYCLE MUSEUM Hall of Fame Highlight–Class of 2020

The Sturgis Motorcycle Museum & Hall of Fame is featuring Hall of Fame Highlights of this year’s outstanding new group of inductees. Here is a glimpse of what they had to say. For the full story join us at the 2020 Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony. Congratulations and welcome to Vicki Sanfelipo.

*Please note: Hall of Fame Highlights will be published as we receive them from the Inductees. We look forward to sharing information about all of our Inductees in the weeks and months to come.

Vicki Sanfelipo

In 1996, Vicki established a non-profit organization called Accident Scene Management, in order to reduce injuries and fatalities for motorcyclists, through First Response training. Since teaching the program in 1997, Accident Scene Management has grown to become the world’s most recognized and accredited program, with nearly 40,000 students who have been trained in six countries.

Vicki has been riding her own motorcycle for 30 years and has completed the MSF’s Experienced Rider Course. She is a life member of ABATE of Wisconsin, HOG, and Road Guardians. Vicki has dedicated her life to the safety of motorcyclists and shares her passion for riding with those around her.

NEWS FROM THE RODDER’S JOURNAL–Coronavirus has caused serious shipping delays across the board, but it has been toughest on our international subscribers. We sent out subscriber copies of TRJ #83 in early April, and we are still getting reports that some copies have not yet reached Australia and New Zealand in particular.

We have been working with our supply chains to get to the bottom of this. They have informed us that the magazines are not lost. Instead, they are labeled as significantly delayed.

To add to the frustration, the newsstand supply chain shredded thousands of magazines even before the on-sale date. This resulted in a limited supply—just barely enough to meet the immediate demand.

In our efforts to improve the situation, we have uploaded TRJ #83 on our website in its entirety. This is not meant to be a replacement for the printed version, however it will give some of you a chance to read the current issue. This is available for subscribers only.

We thank you for your patience and understanding in these uncertain times. We hope you are staying safe and healthy.

Cheers!
Your Friends at The Rodder’s Journal

Go to the Rodder’s Journal to subscribe. It’s an amazing publication. We ran into another new magazine called Gnarly. It looks like a cartoon magazine but it’s all about street artists, air brush artists and pinstripers. And we haven’t heard much about another Easyriders magazine. We did hear that they were in negotiations with a venue in Sturgis, but the check never arrived, so far no presence in at the Rally.–Bandit

NEW TRUCK FOR A BROTHER–I finally made a deal with my buddy Wes for this ‘34 truck. It is made out of a real steel 4-window body. I got to sell my latest chopper and give him the cash.

Working on a story about riding to the big bend in 1983. Send it to you soon. Hope you are in Deadwood now. My new girlfriend and I may try to come up in the fall.

NEWS FROM OPERATION GRATITUDE--Ten days ago our nation celebrated Independence Day. In the spirit of this important holiday, Operation Gratitude redoubled our efforts to honor our volunteers and the brave men and women who sacrifice so much to protect the freedoms we enjoy as Americans.

We focused on actions and impact.

In just 10 days we shipped and delivered more than 1 Million individual items and thousands of handwritten letters to 40,000 Frontline Responders in the cities of San Antonio, Houston and fittingly Philadelphia, as well as 10,000 Deployed Troops serving overseas.

We also reached an incredible milestone as part of our COVID-19 relief efforts. In just 13 weeks we have delivered more than 4 million individual items and 100,000 handwritten letters of appreciation and impacted 250,000 Frontline Responders across the country and Deployed Service Members around the world.

While many other organizations have touted big numbers and talked about what should be done for Frontline Responders, we took action with you and impacted more than a quarter of a million heroes in just three months, and we are just getting started.

Because of volunteers like you we are on pace to exceed our initial goal of supporting 300,000 frontline responders. And we have pledged to double what we have already achieved to positively impact more than 500,000 Deployed Troops, healthcare heroes, first responders, and National Guardsmen at the time of their greatest need and as COVID-19 spikes in some states.

As Frontline Responders continue to report higher rates of infection than the general population and hospital workers describe emergency rooms as “battlefields,” they have also shared the tangible impact our jumbo care packages have made during challenging and stressful times. Their stories and images from coast to coast have demonstrated that “masks cannot hide smiles” and they truly appreciate our support.

The COO of Chi Franciscan, one of the largest hospital networks in the Seattle-Tacoma area said it best: “Your generous gifts came as an incredible surprise and true acknowledgment of the many long hours our healthcare heroes have given in support of our communities. This situation has been overwhelming and exhausting for all of us, and an unexpected, magnificent gesture from Operation Gratitude was received with great enthusiasm and appreciation.”

The men and women on the frontlines are working tirelessly to fight an invisible enemy in unthinkable conditions while now confronting a second wave of this pandemic. They are exhausted and their spirits are at an all-time low, yet they continue to serve our communities and all of us with courage. And we need your help to send a second wave of gratitude to lift their spirits and steel their resolve.

I want you to know one thing — we will continue to support them. No matter what the demand is, Operation Gratitude will meet it, because we have YOUR help and the support of so many grateful Americans like you. I said it before and I want you to hear me again — they can’t stop, so we won’t stop.

I say this with the utmost confidence, because I have seen you step up time and again since I started as the CEO of Operation Gratitude. Most recently when a special group of volunteers heard our call to action and joined the RED Scarf Challenge. We challenged our supporters to knit or crochet as many RED scarves and hats as they could in order to Remember Everyone Deployed. In just three weeks, more than 680 knitters and crocheters rose to the challenge making more than 8,400 red scarves and hats. That astounding number is far more than any of us imagined and it makes me feel prouder than ever to be a part of this remarkable movement.

These will be included in our special “Christmas in July” Care Packages being sent to 5,000 Deployed Troops later this month, and I know that it will keep them warm in body and spirit. Congratulations to ALL who participated in the RED Scarf Challenge, with special acknowledgments to the following individuals:

Pat Tripodo – 176 Scarves

Audrey Prest – 94 Scarves & 76 Hats

Teri Adams – 140 Scarves

As well as the following dedicated groups:

Taycheedah Correctional Institution – 140 Scarves

Talented Hands – 65 Scarves & 34 Hats

Vitalia Knit One Crochet Two – 53 Scarves & 39 Hats

To all of the knitters and crocheters who helped us achieve these amazing results, thank you from the bottom of my heart. I know the recipients will appreciate it just as much as I do — and I promise to share pictures of their smiling faces as soon as we receive them.

If you are looking for ways to get involved and support our Christmas in July efforts for Deployed Troops head over to the Operation Gratitude web site.

With Gratitude and Semper Fidelis,

–Kevin Schmiegel
Lieutenant Colonel, USMC (Ret.)
Chief Executive Officer, Operation Gratitude
#ActionsSpeakLouder

COVID ALERT–Congress Reopens PPP
Small Business Loans:

August 8 Deadline

Good news: There’s still time for small business owners interested in applying for a loan from the Paycheck Protection Program to help cover payroll costs and certain other expenses during the pandemic.

The deadline to apply was extended to August 8. Those seeking a loan should click here to visit the U.S. Small Business Administration and find eligible lenders.

–MIC

The Game of Roads Rally is RESCHEDULED for May 20-23, 2021
We tried. We really tried. With the majority of spring and summer rallies postponed due to coronavirus, we really wanted to hold our “Game of Roads” National Rally in the fall because we know the healing power of riding and coming together.

Our hope was that by September, coronavirus was going to be sufficiently under control that we could hold a safe rally. Rally Chair Matt Smith and his team of volunteers had been working hard not only on all of the usual moving parts of a rally but also on the new realities of holding a rally during a pandemic, with contactless check-in, additional disinfecting protocols, and appropriate social distancing.

Member Jill Veverka (a registered nurse) volunteered to help make sure that the rally was indeed safe.

As recently as last week we thought that we could make this happen. But a lot changed in just a handful of days and BMW RA President Sibley Poland called for an emergency Board meeting. It was decided unanimously that it would be irresponsible to potentially expose rally attendees (and the communities that they come from and travel through to get to the rally) to increased risk of catching and spreading the virus.

This was an extremely tough call to make but is the right one under these exceptional circumstances. The good news is that you only have to wait until the Spring! It’s in the same great location – the Smoky Mountain Event Center in Waynesville, NC. And with the same great roads and the same great club. Registration will remain open for the new dates.

Thank you for your understanding. This was a really difficult decision to make but we feel that it’s in the best interest of our members, rally attendees, vendors and partners, and the motorcycling community. Be well and stay safe.

–BMW Riders Association

–from Rogue
Senior Editor
Bikernet.com™

PAINTING ROADWAYS WITH POLITICAL SLOGANS--A brother is reaching out to Tim at United Way / Worcester & Worcester City Clerk

Some of us in our motorcycle community (2,822 registered motorcycles in Worcester and over 28,500 in Worcester County) have concerns about painting the roadways – safety concerns.

I had some history with Worcester officials about 15 years ago when they ‘enlarged’ crossed walks, as well as working with MA DOT / RMV official promoting motorcycle awareness aimed at reducing accidents and injuries, and assist as needed with the Worcester County Motorcyclists Survivor’s Fund, Inc. (www.WCMSFund.org)

I would appreciate also being put in contact with the organizers also – for some potential positive alternatives – feel welcomed to provide them with my contact info below.

Thanks –

–Paul W. Cote – 978-504-1006
www.CheckTwiceSigns.com
MA State Volunteer Director, American Motorcyclists Association (AMA)
State Director, Bikers of Lesser Tolerance (B.O.L.T.)

Flyin’ Ryan Outraces Indy Field for First Win

Clearly, no National Hot Rod Association (NHRA) Pro Stock Motorcycle (PSM) team spent the COVID19 delay better than “Flyin’ Ryan” Oehler and his small, independent team.

His B&K Cylinder Heads EBR hit the ground at Lucas Oil Raceway near Indianapolis for the unique E3 Spark Plug NHRA Nationals ready to make quick, consistent laps. And when raceday required a cool head and quick thinking—no one in the field was better than Oehler.

In his fully-equipped, Bloomington, Illinois, machine shop, “Bad Brad” Oehler—Ryan’s dad and engine builder—spent the “down time” hard at work, squeezing more power and reliability out of their S&S, billet, V-twin motors.

And starting with Friday’s test session at Indy, Oehler and his team were very pleased with their ability to apply that power from start to finishline. They weren’t the quickest bike at Lucas Oil Raceway, but their fifth place qualifying position showed they had a good piece to race with.

Ryan’s day started with a round 1 win over fellow independent EBR racer Marc Ingwersen. As in qualifying, Oehler’s 6.92 at 196 miles per hour (MPH) wasn’t the round’s quickest or fastest, but was easily good enough to advance.

Oehler’s team was on the receiving end of some racing luck in round 2 when opponent Scotty Pollacheck threw away one of the best laps anyone ran all weekend with a -.001 redlight start, advancing Ryan to the semis.

Now it was really time to show what the B&K Cylinder Heads EBR could do with round-leading, team-best performance. Oil company funded semifinal opponent Hector Arana Jr. took the tree by .009, but Oehler was able to drive around with a quickest-of-the-semis 6.90 at 196.34 mph (both bests of the weekend for the team) to Arana Jr.’s 6.98 for the win and the trip to the final round.

This was Oehler’s first final at a two-wide NHRA event, and it couldn’t have started out much worse. Too late, the team realized the clutch free-play was out of adjustment and as soon as the bike was started, it began pulling Ryan forward. Against an opponent as stout as three-time champion Matt Smith, this seemed like a fatal blow.

But Oehler kept his cool, holding back as long as possible while staging the bike, knowing that the bike would pull him through for a redlight if he didn’t. It was timed perfectly, with the bike rolling through for a good, green .010 reaction time. Oehler had executed perfectly in a situation that is an Achilles heel for salaried, multi-time champions.

The unusual start made for an awkward launch and poor 1.11 60 foot time for Oehler, and his goose looked cooked. But Smith’s struggles in the other lane were worse. A thrashed engine swap before the final left Smith rolling the dice, and the bike bogged to a 1.15 60. It didn’t get any better for Matt, whose transmission dead-headed and left him coasting across the finishline with Oehler’s winlight flashing brightly in the other lane.

Here’s a video of the final round:
https://youtu.be/3NJKCvxt8xg
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Oehler’s naturally positive outlook, clean-cut looks, work ethic, and devotion to American-made technology make for a great marketing partner in our uncertain times.

“I really want to thank the coalition of sponsors who help keep this little program going—and winning!” said Ryan, who added: “There’s room for more, corporate America, so climb on board to go fast and get in the winners’ circle!”

Flyin’ Ryan and the B&K Cylinder Heads EBR race next August 7-9 in the Dodge Mile-High NHRA Nationals at Bandimere Speedway near Denver, Colorado.

NEWS FROM THE BUCKLE GUY— Buckleguy.com is now stocking black matte Chicago Screws!

The long-awaited arrival of the black matte Chicago Screws has finally come! Black matte Chicago Screws are available in all 3 cap styles (domed, flat, open hole) and in all 5 sizes. We are excited to finally put them live!

We hope you like them!

–The Buckleguy Team

They have Chicago type screws in chrome, solid brass, gloss black, you name it.–Bandit

IMOGEN, 5-BALL MODEL FEATURED IN HOG MAGAZINE– A family affair since 1972, Imogen Lehtonen runs the LA branch of The Great Frog, a family-operated shop drenched in motorcycles and heavy metal.

Check out the latest issue by becoming a HOG member, or maybe they carry copies and your local dealers.—Bandit

PEREWITZ PAINT SHOW AT THE IRON HORSE— Perewitz Custom Paint Show
Wednesday, August 12, 2020
The greatest custom paint show of the Sturgis Rally returns to Iron Horse Saloon!

Wednesday, August 12, 2020
Register at Noon
Show at 1:00 PM
Awards at 4:00 PM

Show and competition are open to the public

THE LATEST IN YOUR STATE–
Spotlight on Ohio
Ohio will receive an $8.5 million federal Employment Recovery National Dislocated Worker Grant to help re-employ individuals who lost their jobs as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic and help employers rebuild their workforces.

The Ohio Department of Job and Family Services will distribute the funding to the state’s local workforce areas and work in partnerships to provide outreach to employers and services to individuals who were laid off, either permanently or temporarily, as a result of the pandemic. More Ohio information can be found at the Ohio.gov website.

–MIC

BIKERNET READER COMES BACK FOR MORE– I am pissed. I have made it plain, I came home in ’67 and no longer belonged here anymore.

I built a Panhead, and I still have it. It will go to my daughter when I am gone. This shit about the police is bullshit. I was a mechanic at Robison Harley in the ‘70s and serviced police bikes. I learned, while I worked on their rides.

Some of them were assholes but they enjoyed doing a lot of what we did. Sometimes I ran into them doing what I should not have been doing. I got a pass. they were tough on the Outlaws at the time in the ‘70s. I guess my point is there are good and bad but they have a thankless job like we did.

Who are you going to call, when the shit hits the fan, a politician?

ride safe,

–A.J.

WE GET IT—Bikers and folks who build bikes understand freedom and all the wonderful resources at our fingertips, currently.

We published an article about Hollywood Celebs who got into racing and it made me think about my own involvement in racing.

It’s amazing the opportunities that avail themselves to everyone in today’s society and how many folks have taken advantage of them. Some, like myself are fortunate to stumble into many of my opportunities.

I was thinking about Buzz Kantor, who, through his magazine American Iron had so many opportunities from custom building, to drag racing and Cannon Ball rallies. How about Brian and Laura Klock their daughters, and Bonneville records from making motorcycle windshields.

The Cannon Ball Rally recently started again and suddenly there was another opportunity to do something new and exciting. Immediately Cris Sommer Simmons and her husband Pat from the Doobie brothers like so many folks, jumped on board just to relish in a new and exciting experience around motorcycles. Hell, brothers ride to the Himalayas on Royal Enfields just to experience the region, one of the homes of Buddhism and the people at the base of mount Everest.

There’s just so much positive left to do in life today. And the resources to accomplish almost anything are at your fingertips. Hell, you can build a bike without leaving your garage. Sure, some of us have more cash than others. I restrict my efforts because of budget constantly, then look for a second-hand version. There’s always a way.

Then ride fast and free forever…

–Bandit

Hey,

This coming week is going to be a strange one. I know the whole world is trying to grapple with this Covid mess, while I hide out in the Badlands surrounded by peace and nirvana, deer and pine trees.

We are still two weeks from the rally, but tourist and bikers are everywhere. This morning five of our bikes are being delivered to the Bikernet Covid Hide-Out in the Badlands by Haul Bikes. I’ve got the shop set up and ready for minor repairs and already have a brazing project on the bench, maybe two.

I’ll need some help hoisting the peashooter into the livingroom a couple of flights of steps from the street. Every day is exciting when it involves motorcycles. My grandson is trying to coerce a couple of buddies to ride from LA to Sturgis to escape the madness and mayhem. It’s interesting. When we need fresh air, fresh outlooks, or new adventures, just mount up and ride. 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. Most recently Quick Throttle Magazine came on board.

DIRECT FROM THE WHITEHOUSE–
Pfizer in pact to provide U.S. with 100 million COVID-19 vaccine doses–Pfizer said Wednesday it has signed a $1.95 billion pact to provide the U.S. government with 100 million doses of a COVID-19 vaccine. Americans will receive the vaccine for free, the pharmaceutical company said.

The deal for the vaccine, which is being developed with BioNTech, includes the right to purchase up to an additional 500 million doses, Pfizer said in a statement. Pfizer said it’s on track to start the next safety and efficacy trial later this month and is aiming to seek regulatory review as early as October. It could manufacture up to 100 million doses by the end of 2020, it added.

The deal represents the latest government effort to lock up treatments and vaccines for the disease caused by the coronavirus, which has infected about 4 million people in the U.S. and stalled the economy. It’s also part of President Donald Trump’s “Operation Warp Speed” vaccine program, which aims to develop multiple COVID-19 vaccines simultaneously.

“Now those would, of course, have to be safe and effective” and be approved by the Food and Drug Administration, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Secretary Alex Azar said on Fox News.

Nearly two dozen potential vaccines are in various stages of human testing worldwide, with a handful entering necessary late-stage testing to prove effectiveness.

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BLACK GIRLS RIDE MAGAZINE REPORT—Meet LaShundra Rucker of SportBike Chic! BGR interviewed her and learned so many fun stories she shared. Like how she randomly stumbled upon motorcycle riding, tales of very eventful cross country trips, and even created a women’s motorcycle apparel business catering to size variety. Keep reading to learn more about her journey and passions! Check their web site.

For International Female Ride Day 2020, BGR is hosting All Girls On Ground, in honor of our Fallen Female Riders.

All Riders Are Welcome!

Yes, Men, you are invited! We welcome your support!

Click here to read more info on our website.

SAFETY NEWS FROM THE LEADER—P.S. If you like the bling of chrome – and the security of knowing your phone, GPS, camera, etc will never fall off – Check out our CRAZY COVID CHROME SALE for deep discounts on some of our most popular items!

Don’t Let Your Phone Distract You!
Do you ever have problems seeing your phone’s screen while riding?

Needless to say, you don’t want to be distracted from driving because you’re futzing with your phone.

Some people solve this issue with Bluetooth in their helmet. I’m not as high-tech as that (not to mention I’m cheap), but I do have some tips to make reading/seeing your phone easier (and therefore safer).

First: a high-quality motorcycle phone mount. Yes, that’s what we do here at Leader, but the truth is still the truth. You don’t want to worry about your phone falling out of its mount (so check out our selection today)!

Organize: Set up your initial screen with the apps you need the most when riding to minimize the number of swipes required

STURGIS FXR SHOW –Finished up this seat to be raffled at the FXR Show at the Buffalo Chip in Sturgis. Very excited to be a part of a cool show and somebody is gonna score a cool seat.

–AC
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309-532-5081

 THE NASH MOTORCYCLE BARS OF THE WEEK–Creepsters are perfect for adding a little evil flare to your front end and giving your bike an awesomely uncanny look. You can get them in several finishes including: raw, matte black, gloss black, chrome and copper.

Made from 1-inch steel tubing with reinforced corners for extra added strength. Available in black, chrome, copper plating, and raw finishes. Made in the USA. Available in sizes 12, 14 and 16″. 11″ base, 30″ grip to grip, 5″ pullback.

If you’re ordering one of our sticky throttles, we can cut and prep your bars so they’re ready and the throttle is in when you get them as an additional option.

*If adding a Cable Kit to your order, please specify at checkout what bars you are currently running & also what type of bike you have.*

Here is the link

https://nashmotorcycle.com/collections/handlebars/products/creepsters

Customization Explained. Go to the Nash Web Site for Handlebar Options and
Throttle Prep Options

LECTRON CARBS LIVE–
Lectron is the only metering rod fuel system with two circuits. This means no harsh transitions compared to a jetted carburetor, while still having two independently adjustable circuits for bottom end and top end. You can run leaner metering rods for crisp response off idle while making massive peak horsepower numbers.

Due to our high order volume, this product currently has a two-week lead time.
We can build a carb for any Harley. If you aren’t sure what you need or have a custom application, order the kit and send an email to sales@lectronfuelsystems.com with a few pictures and a good phone number to discuss any further details.

The kit includes:

Harley Carb with our Gen II idle circuit.
33″ Barnett Throttle Cable to fit Harley style throttles
3 Bolt Air Filter Adapter (Universal bolt patterns)
2 Bolt Manifold adapter (will also fit stock manifolds)
Metering Rod Adjustment Tool
Shims to adjust spacing

Note: When upgrading from a smaller carburetor to an HD 400 kit, you may need to purchase a larger intake manifold.

*Lectrons provide superior throttle response and power delivery by utilizing our patented metering rod.

*Our simple design does not incorporate multiple jets to replace.

*Our taper bore squeezes the air to increase speed and create fuel lift behind our flat metering rod.

*Lectrons are a great choice for riders seeking performance, fuel economy, simplicity and smoother power delivery.

*Our new idle correction circuit helps maintain good idle while still having a good throttle snap off low RPM so there is no need for an accelerator pump.
*Lectron is a competitive advantage to 4 stroke engines used for all racing and off road applications.

These products are for racing use only!

“Wild Bill” Hickok, one of the greatest gunfighters of the American West, was murdered in Deadwood, South Dakota.

Born in Illinois in 1837, James Butler “Wild Bill” Hickok first gained notoriety as a gunfighter in 1861 when he coolly shot three men who were trying to kill him.

A highly sensationalized account of the gunfight appeared six years later in the popular periodical Harper’s New Monthly Magazine, sparking Hickok’s rise to national fame.

Other articles and books followed, and though his prowess was often exaggerated, Hickok did earn his reputation with a string of impressive gunfights.

After accidentally killing his deputy during an 1871 shootout in Abilene, Kansas, Hickok never fought another gun battle. For the next several years he lived off his famous reputation.

We will start to share Deadwood history as we stumble across it. Check the full story of Wild Bill, who was murdered when he was only 39 years of age.—Bandit

https://www.bikernet.com/pages/story_detail.aspx?id=14674&id=14674

A LESSON FROM THE MASTER–
Student – How may I enter the Way?
Teacher – Do you hear the murmur of the mountain stream? There you may enter.

–Sam Burns

CYCLE SOURCE NEWS–Can’t Go To Sturgis This Year? No Problem We’re Bringing It To You!

Source Media Group Presents – Sturgis Live! 80 Years In A Day

With the pandemic nearly canceling the most significant motorcycle rally in the world, Cycle Source Magazine brings you “Sturgis Live” 2020, 80 Years In A Day. A backstage pass to The Sturgis 80th Anniversary with hosts Pat Jansen, Jack Schit, and Chris Callen, who will scour the rally to bring you a look behind every curtain.

You will take the most epic rides with them, visit the monuments and parks, ride down Main Street, and of course, go to the legendary parties that make Sturgis what it is today.

There have been motorcycles coming to the Black Hills of South Dakota for over eight decades to enjoy the scenic rides, the brotherhood of the sport, and the good times surrounding the Sturgis Rally.

This year, it came down to the wire as the American Motorcycle Culture, and the industry that supported it started to get ready for the 80th running of Sturgis, it looked like it might not happen. In the end, the city of Sturgis voted to move forward with the rally but the questions loom, who will be there, what will it look like and how will this year add up in the history books of the Sturgis Rally.

Join Cycle Source Magazine’s Chris Callen, a 25-year veteran in the motorcycle media and events world, who has assembled a team of lifelong riders who also happen to be among the most prominent voices in the industry.

Pat Jansen has represented some of the biggest names in motorcycling and, at the same time, has built bikes and cars under the name Sin Central Garage.

Jack Schit has walked onto the biggest stages on the planet, to emcee some of the largest and longest-running motorcycle events.

Together these three will not stop until every question is answered. Join us as we go through 180 minutes of discovery into a part of this great country that bore pioneers, outlaws, gamblers, and statesmen, and of course, became the epicenter of the motorcycle universe. This is Sturgis Live 2020, 80 Years In A Day.

All of this is possible through a partnership with FITE TV, the global network responsible for the recent Moto Fite Club, and Flat Track Fite Club Pay Per View events.

So how can you watch it? Anyone with Roku, Amazon Fire, Apple TV, The Internet, or Smart TV can bring up FITE TV or go directly to our program at https://www.fite.tv/watch/sturgis-live-80-years-in-day/2p7s9/ and get in on the action.

You can pre-purchase this program now on FITE TV for $14.99 or anytime up until Aug 19, 7:00 PM EDT when we go live, just days after the rally ends. Find out for yourself what the 80th in Sturgis really was.

–Heather Callen
Managing Editor
Cycle Source Magazine
Office – 724-226-2867
www.cyclesource.com
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WE ARE COOL BY THE CLIMATE DEPOT–No, June 2020 Was Not the Hottest June on Record

By Anthony Watts
Climate Realism.com

The Washington Post and other media outlets are claiming June 2020 was the hottest June on record. Not surprisingly, that is fake news and a lie. Let’s set the record straight.

The root of the claim that June 2020 was the warmest on record comes from an announcement from European Union climate scientists. Yet the scientists don’t say that June 2020 was the warmest June on record. Here’s what they actually said:

“Globally, temperatures last month were 0.53°C warmer than the average June from 1981-2010, almost tied as the warmest June in this record and with the Siberian Arctic experiencing the most above-average conditions. In Europe, temperatures were far above average in the north but below average in the south, overall tying as the second warmest European June in our record.”

Since when does a finding of “almost tied as the warmest June” allow ostensibly factual news organizations to breathlessly exaggerate and claim “almost tied” is the same as being “the hottest on record.” Again, the Washington Post simply printed “fake news” to further its ideological agendas, as well as generate unprofessional click-bait.

Similarly, in late June we were told that Verkhoyansk, Russia experienced the hottest ever temperature above the Arctic Circle, with some media outlets claiming the Arctic is “literally on fire.”

We pointed out here on Climate Realism that not only was it a weather (not climate) event, but we also pointed out that such extremes are normal for the region.

For example, a warmer, 100-degree F temperature was reported above the Arctic Circle over 100 years ago, before “climate change” ever became a cause.

Here’s another interesting note about the Verkhoyansk, Russia, being “on fire” last month – two weeks later, it snowed in the very same place that was “on fire” two weeks ago. The mainstream media didn’t report on that, however, because it didn’t fit the alarmist warming narrative.

As it turns out, the brief high-temperature weather event in Russia caused a skewing of the global temperature record. We are being told by some media outlets that the globe had the hottest-ever June on record, but as you can see in Figure 1, that isn’t true at all.

There are many places on the globe that are in the blue, i.e. “below normal”. Only where the arrow points in Siberia do we have highly warmer than normal temperatures. Most of the rest of Russian, by the way, was cooler than normal.

Figure 1: Surface air temperature anomaly for June 2020 relative to the June average for the period 1981-2010. Data source: ERA5. Credit: Copernicus Climate Change Service/ECMWF.

As you can see, had that area not experienced a weather event that created a localized heat wave, the global temperature wouldn’t be mathematically skewed high. When making claims about “global warming”, being a problem, you can’t really accurately say the entire globe set a record, because we’re dealing with a skewed mathematical average that went off the scale because of one small region.

Looking at other data, such as that measured by NASA satellites, we don’t see a global record for June this year at all. In fact, according to the satellite measurement data, June 2019 was warmer than June 2020. Dr. John Christy, senior scientist in charge of that data at the University of Alabama, Huntsville, said in an email “June was not a record for Global, Northern Hemisphere, Southern Hemisphere, or the Tropics.” You can read his Global Temperature Report here.

So, who do we believe when you have conflicting data? For me, it is an easy choice; the Washington Post clearly lied, and I wouldn’t trust them to report on anything climate related as they have been blinded by the climate alarmism agenda.

The European Union climate scientists used the flawed and warmly biased surface data, which reads warmer than normal, and is prone to urban heat island issues, and also weather station siting problems that create warmer temperatures. The EU also tends to be prone to political bias on the climate issue. And even they refuted the notion that June 2020 was the warmest June on record.

It seems the NASA satellite data has none of those problems, nor does that data suffer from warm biases or an agenda. It also says there’s no global record for June 2020. That’s the data I trust.

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Micah in the Hall of Fame? ‘Bout time Fucking A!

— Paul Harris
austinruby@hotmail.co.uk
Abingdon, OX, United Kingdom

Virus Buster Run – Planet Chopper

Planet Chopper is a motorcycle tour business founded by father and son Mark and Ben Van Leewarden from New Zealand. The company operates in The United States, New Zealand and India.

Their motorcycle fleets include custom motorcycles, Harley-Davidsons, Triumphs and Japanese cruisers. Annual tours run to Sturgis, Route 66, and from the North to the South Island of New Zealand.

Planet Chopper has canceled their 2020 tours due to Covid-19 but has taken the situation in New Zealand and turned it into a positive by organizing the “Virus Buster Run” in 2021. They have pre-selected bars in 10 locations throughout New Zealand for riders to meet as they make their way to The Burt Munro Challenge, the world’s southernmost motorcycle rally.

People are free to join for the entire trip or meet at the nominated bars. This ‘Gypsy Run’ style means that riders from anywhere in the country can join in. It’s not just for motorcycle riders though, everyone is welcome to come to the bars.

Planet Chopper will run a raffle at each location and sell Ratfink-style t-shirts to generate donations for the Salvation Army’s Foodbank Project.

The purpose of this run is to “twist the throttle on the economy,” by bringing business to New Zealand’s hard-hit hospitality and tourism sectors.

Given that international travel is not currently an option in New Zealand, this tour gives the motorcycle community something to look forward to, bringing riders together in a new and meaningful way. The company is looking to roll out a similar model in the USA towards the end of the year, which will start and end at their Roadhouse in Woodlawn, Virginia.

TEXAS WEATHER REPORT–
Only a bit before 9, but my old 110v Craftsman compressor is really loud! Seeing as I haven’t even been here a month, guess I’ll finish pulling primary tomorrow.

I have a buddy who drilled a hole in his apartment laundry room floor and ran a 220v extension cord down to his garage below. My frickin laundry room is above my neighbor’s garage! And the JIM’s tool I’ve had for too long and never used don’t fit either. I’m gonna buy a bike just for that tool!

Mid controls tomorrow, here’s a PSA…”People Stop Putting Forward Controls on Dynas,” unless you’re really tall.

Now I’m just hoping I ordered the correct rear belt. Should have her back together tomorrow?

–RFR

SADDLEMEN SEAT OF THE WEEK–1958-1984 FX-FL Profiler™ Seat

Saddlemen’s® classic slammed seat for two features narrow styling, a thin profile, and low riding height. Specially designed base allows the seat to drop down into the bike for the lowest riding position possible. Surprisingly comfortable, the Profiler was developed using Saddlemen’s® famous combination of variable density foam and SaddleGel™ in the driver’s position, easing tailbone pressure and improving circulation for a smooth, comfortable ride.

Don’t accept anything less as you cannot buy a better seat. Winning show bike looks in a low, sleek seat plus top quality and innovative features, combined with comfort designed and engineered specifically for real riders– all great reasons to choose Saddlemen®

This seat features narrow styling, a thin profile and low riding height. The specially designed base allows the seat to drop down into the bike for the lowest riding position possible.

The Profiler features one of Saddlemen’s greatest contributions to motorcycle comfort technology- SaddleGel. SaddleGel uses an exclusive formulation developed to provide superior cushioning that’s especially beneficial for thinner seats where foam alone just isn’t sufficient enough to provide the maximum amount of comfort for long rides.

Gel-Core technology is engineered to dampen, divert, and deflect energy from the road. This technique combines a specially formulated polymer known as SaddleGel with the latest co-molding comfort technology foam to reduce engine vibration and the effects it has on your body while riding.

Scientifically engineered AND proven to increase the amount of time you’re able to spend on your motorcycle. The SaddleGel can also conform to all body shapes, sizes and it contours to reduce pressure points and eliminate those dreaded hot spots. This combination reduces tailbone and hipbone pressure. Each seat has been meticulously shaped and ride-tested for comfort and control issues that haunt the motorcycle’s original stock seat.

Instructions are a breeze and you’ll have your seat installed in just 5 easy steps. If you’re looking for a quality seat that’s made right here in the USA at an affordable price, pick up the Saddlemen Profiler today!

Brand Fitment: Harley-Davidson
Model Fitment: FX-FL
Year Fitment: 1958-1984

 
Driving for Opportunity Act–
None of us ever want a traffic ticket, but at least many of us can afford to deal with the ticket either by fighting it or paying the fine.

You might believe that if you violate a traffic law, no allegedly about it, you should pay the fine. But what if the only recourse for paying means reducing your monthly family budget for essentials like food and rent?

A California red-light camera ticket, for example, is nearly $500, and it’s nigh impossible to defend yourself in traffic court. Luckily, in California, you won’t lose your license if you can’t pay, but if you’re poor, the $500 fine would likely be challenging to pay. Motorists in other states aren’t so lucky. Today at least 11 million people across the country have suspended driver’s licenses because of unpaid fines.

Last year, the US Supreme Court unanimously upheld the Eighth Amendment’s Excessive Fines Clause against state actions. The case before the Court, Timbs vs. Indiana, involved civil asset forfeiture, but the ruling bolsters arguments against debt-based license suspensions.

Did you know that all 50 states may suspend a driver’s license for a violation that has nothing to do with driving? Offenses might include failure to pay child support, defaulting on alimony, student loans and property taxes, underage drinking, and non-driving drug convictions. Forty-three states will suspend your license for unpaid fines and tickets. Only four states require proof from the state that the driver could pay and did not.

The cost of reinstating a suspended license can vary from $20 (Arizona and Idaho) to $1200 (Massachusetts). A 2018 Reason Foundation report noted that 95 percent of Michigan’s license suspensions were due to non-driving offenses.

A federal bipartisan bill called the Driving for Opportunity Act, US SB 4186, was introduced last week by Senators Chris Coons (DE) and Roger Wicker (MA). A diverse coalition of criminal justice, law enforcement, civil rights, and conservative advocacy groups join the NMA in supporting this bill.

If enacted, the Driving for Opportunity Act will provide grant incentives to states that do not suspend, revoke, or refuse to renew a driver’s license of a person or refuse to renew a vehicle registration for failure to pay a civil or criminal fine or fee.

NMA President Gary Biller noted in a recent press release, “Families, and society in general, are burdened, not benefitted when a driver’s license suspension threatens a person’s livelihood in support of his or her family. The financial hole to dig out of becomes that much deeper, particularly for lower-income individuals.”

For years, various state legislatures have tried, mostly unsuccessfully, to change its laws with regards to driver’s license suspensions. A national law would allow uniformity and, hopefully, help many of those caught in this downward spiral to be able to get back on solid ground.

–NMA

BIKERNET UNIVERSITY ECONOMICS CLASS–Frugal versus Cheap.

Dear Rich Lifer,
I’m not sure why, but our culture seems to revile people who try to save a buck.
In fact, Americans largely celebrate the opposite: People who spend beyond their means, take on more debt than they can handle, and generally make the worst financial decisions possible.

Maybe nothing embodies that spirit more than the now-ubiquitous acronym, “YOLO,” which stands for “you only live once.”
I hear this type of logic all the time from people…

“You can’t take it with you.”
“Life is short.”
“Carpe Diem.”
And so on.

There’s no doubt that all of that is true. And I am all for enjoying life… having great experiences… and owning some of the finer things. But only in proportion to what I can afford, and never at the expense of my longer-term financial future!

Moreover, it pays to shop for the best deals.
I wear nice clothes but I always buy them at substantially discounted prices.

I’ve bought plenty of furniture at yard sales.
I consistently ask for a better price when I’m buying things.

Heck, my wife and I have furnished a few of our houses with stuff that other people were leaving out on their curbs!

And even THAT’s not the most extreme thing I’ve done to save some money.

Eight years ago, my wife told me she wanted a new Volvo station wagon… even after all my pleading to consider more frugal options like keeping the car we already had.

“Okay,” I figured. “I can at least make sure we get a killer deal on it.”

I started by doing all the usual research to figure out what a dealer’s rock-bottom price would be. Along the way, I discovered a $2,000 cash-back incentive for current Volvo owners.

Once negotiations began, I implored the dealership to give me the same price break even though I wasn’t a current Volvo owner.

“If you want me to buy my NEXT Volvo, you need to sell me this one first,” I argued.

Yet they just couldn’t do it because they wouldn’t get reimbursement from their corporate headquarters without proof that I actually owned another Volvo.

Now, at this point, I could have just thrown my hands up and paid the extra $2,000.
But that’s not what I did. Instead, I went and bought ANOTHER Volvo to get that darn discount!

The short version goes like this:
First, I found a non-running 1988 Volvo GLE for a couple hundred bucks on my local Craigslist.

Second, I had the owner meet me and sign over the title.

Third, I used this proof of ownership to get the loyalty discount.

And fourth, I donated the 1988 Volvo to a worthy charity. The charity picked it up from the old owner’s house and I got a nice tax break in the process… bringing my total savings back up toward the full $2,000 mark.

That might sound like a lot of work. But I figure the entire process took less than six hours of my time.

I will gladly work for $300+ an hour any time I can find the opportunity!

And frankly, I enjoyed the challenge of pulling it off — especially since almost everyone involved benefitted in some way.
Is this an extreme example? Sure.

But I’m telling you the story to prove a point: That rather than being embarrassed about our frugality and good sense, we should be proud of it.

Because in the end, the more you save, the more you can actually do!

We actually still have that Volvo right now – eight years later. It’s got well over 100,000 miles on it and it’s running just fine.
That brings me back to what I said earlier – there’s nothing wrong with buying quality stuff.

Indeed, I see a big difference between being frugal and being cheap.

One of my favorite examples? Kitchen knives.

See, I grew up in a house with an entire drawer full of crappy, half-sharpened cutlery.
In my house? We have just ONE 8-inch blade chef’s knife.

“That much for a knife?” she said.

Yes, it was more than $100.

However, we have had it for 11 or 12 years now.
I sharpen it regularly.
It takes up very little space.
And it does every single job required flawlessly every single time.
Compare that to a drawer full of $5 or $10 knives – ones that can’t ever hold an edge or sharpen back up properly.

For me, the rich life is all about quality… frugality… longevity… ingenuity… and splurging on things or experiences that hold real value whether tangible or in memory only.

To a richer life,

–Nilus Mattive

MRF ALERTS–What’s this “Meeting of the Minds” & how’d it get started?

After the repeal of the federal mandatory helmet law in the mid 1970s, and a vein attempt to start a national bikers’ rights organization — A Brotherhood Against Totalitarian Enactments – many fledging state motorcyclist rights organizations took the ABATE name but focused on the matter at hand – modifying state mandatory helmet laws.

By the mid 1980s, a handful of motorcyclists’ rights activists, led by Michael “Balls” Farabaugh from ABATE of Indiana, decided that it was time to hold a “meeting of the minds.” Joining Balls on the original Meeting of the Minds Steering Committee were Jim Baker – Utah, Bill Durning – California, Bill Gannon – Massachusetts, Clay Johnson – Iowa, Nancy Lewis – New York, Sundance Mitchell -Texas, Rob Rasor – Ohio, Lee Richardson – Georgia, Jim Rhoades – Michigan, Howard Segermark – Maryland, and Linda Stewart – Florida.

With backgrounds deeply entrenched in the early days of biker right and freedom rallies, these men and women knew there were others across the U.S. with similar backgrounds and they reached out to find us.

What’s this “Meeting of the Minds” & how’d it get started?

It’s time to learn about the early days of the MRF and see how we have transcended egos, lack of funding, and a never-ending siege against our rights, our motorcycles and our lifestyles. We held true to our beliefs, compromised without surrendering our rights, and have endured 35 years! Use this link and register at Meeting of the Minds 2020. Hotel info is on the same site.

Meet legendary freedom fighters like Mark Buckner & Charlie Umbenhaur and new activists like Rocky Fox and Cathy Brush. Meet the future of motorcyclists’ rights as you’re introduced to this year’s Young Activist.

What’s this “Meeting of the Minds” & how’d it get started?

In the mid-eighties most of us were no older than this year’s Young Activists Award recipients and yet we were not daunted by a “bunch of old bikers.” We came together in a cheap hotel in St. Louis, Missouri, and built lasting friendships, began the framework for the Motorcycle Riders Foundation and were undeterred by the naysayers.

What’s this “Meeting of the Minds” & how’d it get started?

By 1989 we faced another federal mandatory helmet law. We faced a total ban on “super bikes”, a ban on motorcycles in HOV lanes… and the Motorcycle Riders Foundation was barley two years old! It may go against conventional wisdom, however, as it is sometimes said, “When the legend becomes fact, print the legend”

What’s this “Meeting of the Minds” & how’d it get started?

“The Legend”? The shirt off the back of an MRF board member auctioned to a lady from Arkansas for $1,500.00!! And… another $300.00 thrown in for good measure for the limited-edition tie from the MRF V.P. of Government Relations!!! Yeah, that’s the fact. “The Legend”? A silver ring — the center of a live auction bidding frenzy by two MRF board members, and when it was discovered there were two rings, the bid losing board member ponied up and bought the second ring for the auction price – well over $500.00!!

What’s this “Meeting of the Minds” & how’d it get started?

The Meeting of the Minds has survived 35 years. It has survived disharmony in the ranks. It has survived a budget so thin it looked liked mayonnaise on white bread. And now… we’ve endured the lockdown. We social distanced. And the MRF has never forgotten why we were founded – to advocate and protect the rights of all motorcyclists.

The 2020 Meeting of the Minds provides you with the tools to help protect your rights, your motorcycle and your lifestyle!!! Use this link and register at Meeting of the Minds 2020. Hotel info is on the same site.

See you in Indianapolis!!!

KEEP THE BANDIT’S CANTINA BAD JOKE LIBRARY WIDE OPEN–What’s better than a dad bod?

A father figure.

Now that I’ve lived during a plague, I understand why most Renaissance paintings are of chubby women laying around without a bra.

–Sam Burns
Officially Certified Librarian
Bandit’s Cantina Bad Joke Library

THE ENVIRONMENTAL PROGRESS UPDATE–

I am excited to report that Apocalypse Never is a national best-seller! We were the 7th most purchased book on Amazon, and we are now in our fifth printing.

And today, The New York Post has dedicated an entire page (also pasted below) to Apocalypse Never, and the response to it.

As expected, anti-nuclear climate alarmists are on the warpath. They have attacked the book, bizarrely, as promoting “white supremacy.”

The reason is obvious: Apocalypse Never exposes how first-world Malthusians have sought to deny poor nations cheap energy for over 50 years

They have similarly attacked nuclear energy, which offers effectively infinite cheap energy, which they rightly view as a threat to their efforts to control food and energy production.

But the tide is clearly turning in our direction:

– Last month, Extinction Rebellion spokesperson Zion Lights quit her organization to work for Environmental Progress

– Two weeks later, dozens of pro-nuclear activists protested in front of anti-nuclear Greenpeace headquarters in Paris, France

– EP organized climate scientists, scholars, environmentalists and others to urge the British Government to triple the number of full-sized new nuclear reactors under construction, which would breathe new life into nuclear power in the West.

Now, EP is mobilizing pro-nuclear activists in over 30 cities to Stand Up for Nuclear!

However, we cannot succeed without your help.

Please:

– Buy copies of Apocalypse Never for friends and family

– Sign-up to participate in a Stand Up event near you. If there is no Stand-Up event in your city, please organize one!

– Donate to Environmental Progress to support our work!

We will continue to stand strong and tall in the face of these attacks.

As always, I am grateful for your support.

–Michael
Author
Apocalypse Never

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THE READING REPORT–
You remember a story from ER about a guy taking his bike out of a glass case because they had been outlawed and firing it up to go for a ride, that was Sam Chopper Orwell.

That one and another about a couple getting ambushed on the road or something? He can’t see, but the girlfriend is giving him driving instructions, they get to help but she’s actually dead. Those two always stuck with me. Sure, wish I still had them all and the center folds!

Then there was a show called Max Headroom, I thought it was great! But they used electronic credit instead of cash. A friend recently was someplace that wouldn’t take cash, just Apple pay. Life is strange.

Still trying to figure out how to get the Bronco moved, throw parts at it, PCM is $120 and may not be it, buy a 3 ton chain hoist from Harbor Freight for $100+trailer rental$50 or tow for 275-300 and I can’t bring it here till it runs.

This image is the 1974 edition, not that I ever partook or inhaled.

–RFR

Longtime MRF Office Manager passes

We were informed over the weekend by her husband Bob that Beverly Waters Garrett passed away in Annandale, Virginia.

Beverly was our Washington D.C. Office Manager from 1994-2004. She worked with four lobbyists in that time; Carol Simpson, Wayne Curtin, Steve Zimmer, and Tom Wyld.

She was inducted into the Sturgis Motorcycle Freedom Fighter Hall of Fame at the same time as Tom Wyld in 2002.

Of learning of her passing MRF Board member then and now, Fredric Harrell, had this to say, “Bev was another one of those true believers who we were fortunate to have had with us in the early days. She was organized, understood our dedication-and egos-and was able to work with us when money was scarce, and she did her job through thick and thin. We were lucky.”

Our Thoughts and Prayers are with Bev’s family and friends.

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.

LIFESTYLE CYCLES DEAL OF THE WEEK–2020 Harley-Davidson® FXFBS – Softail® Fat Bob® 114 for $20,995.00

see it here: https://www.lifestylecycles.com/default.asp?page=xPreOwnedInventoryDetail&id=9154974

This bike is in great condition and an eye turner with super low miles

ONLY 2475.00 Miles !!!!!

Performance Orange 2020 Harley-Davidson Fat Bob 114 (Model)

Some of the features/Add-on’s on this bike

* V2 Milwaukee-Eight® 114 engine 94.0 HP @ 5020 RPM Torque: 114.3 ft.lbs @ 3000 RPM
* Rake (fork angle) 28.0° Trail: 5.2 inches
Front suspension Telescopic fork
Rear suspension Twin shocks with hand adjustment
Front tire: 150/80-16
Rear tire: 180/70-B16
* Front brakes Double disc. ABS. 4-piston.
* Rear brakes Single disc. ABS. 2-piston.
* Wheels are Denim black, Structure cast aluminum with laser etched graphics
* S&S Exhaust
* Saddleman Orange stitched seat
* Color matched fairing
* T-Bars

This bike has passed Lifestyle Cycles rigorous 101 point safety and mechanical inspection. Whether your looking to commute to work, ride the coast or take that dream vacation, this bike is ready to go!!!

EZ FINANCING-SHIPPING AVAILABLE!!!

Fill out an online application and ride today!!!

**Open 7 days a week**

***90 day/1000 mile in house limited warranty!

Just $20,995.00 at Lifestyle Cycles (714) 490-0155

Looking forward!

–Dan Leadbetter
Director of Marketing
Lifestyle Cycles
(714) 490-0155

Moving motorcycle monument unveiled–EAU CLAIRE, Wis. (WEAU) – Former Wisconsin State Senator Dave Zien unveils a new, mobile monument.

The moving monument includes two, four foot by eight foot double sided tribute signs mounted on a trailer, which can be hauled by a motorcycle.

Zien says part of the signs highlight incidents where bikers were killed.

He plans to take the mobile monument to motorcycle rallies across the country during the next few months.

“Education, awareness building, to think a little bit deeper. Especially when we got the looting and we’re tearing down monuments–hey this is a moving monument. This says in writing some of the horrific details of our past and how do we amend those, how do we change those, we can’t,” said Dave Zien.

In addition to the motorcycle rallies, the monument is also expected to be taken to functions for veterans.

—WEAU.com

FLYING PISTON BENEFIT AUCTION ITEM-– The combination of the buckle by Keith “Bandit” Ball and belt by myself is pretty fucking cool if I do say so myself.

The cut-out background is stingray, the skulls are painted with acrylic paint on top of the finest American tanned and sourced cowhide. I added a little detailing on the back of the belt and left room so if anyone wants a personalized message I can accommodate such a request.

Watch for more news about the Flying Piston Builder Breakfast and auction in the near future.–Bandit

COVID ALERTS–N.Y., N.J., Connecticut Now Say Travelers From 31 Hot Spot States Must Quarantine.

People traveling to New York, New Jersey and Connecticut from 31 other states are now required to self-quarantine for 14 days, after 10 states with significant community spread of the coronavirus — including Virginia, Maryland, Indiana and Alaska — were added to a travel advisory Tuesday.

“As infection rates increase in 41 other states, our numbers continue to steadily decline, thanks to the hard work of New Yorkers” and a cautious approach to reopening, New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo said.

“Yesterday, we had our lowest death toll since the pandemic began — and with no fatalities in New York City,” Cuomo added, after his state reported just two deaths from COVID-19.

New York, New Jersey and Connecticut first announced their travel advisory on June 24, as they sought to limit potential sources of coronavirus infection. At the time, New York was emerging from its status as the epicenter of the COVID-19 outbreak in the U.S.

As of last week, 22 states were on the list of those requiring quarantines, but the advisory now covers well over half the country. Delaware, which was removed last week, is now back on the list. The state effectively swapped places with Minnesota, which has dropped off.

The mandatory quarantine applies to anyone arriving from states with a positivity test rate of 10% or higher over a seven-day rolling average. It also includes any state where the positive test rate is higher than 10 per 100,000 residents over a seven-day rolling average. In New York state, the rules carry a potential $2,000 fine.

The initial travel advisory list included just nine hot spot states, such as Texas and Florida. But it has swelled as many states endure a sharp spike in coronavirus cases driven by economic reopenings and relaxed attitudes toward face masks and other precautions.

Earlier this month, Florida surpassed New York’s worst-ever day for new cases, reporting more than 15,200 infections. On Monday, New York saw less than 2% of its COVID-19 tests come back positive. By contrast, Florida’s positivity rate has averaged above 10% for the past month.

“I never thought it would be this bad,” Cuomo told NBC’s TODAY Show about the course of COVID-19 in the U.S.

Last week, New York stepped up its efforts to hold people accountable to the quarantine rules, deploying “enforcement teams” at airports across the state and urging people to fill out a traveler health form.

When Cuomo was asked on Tuesday whether his state’s quarantine policy is enforceable, the governor replied, “It is imperfect.”

The tristate area’s new travel advisory now covers these states:

Alaska, Alabama, Arkansas, Arizona, California, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Iowa, Idaho, Indiana, Kansas, Louisiana, Maryland, Missouri, Mississippi, Montana, North Carolina, North Dakota, Nebraska, New Mexico, Nevada, Ohio, Oklahoma, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Virginia, Washington and Wisconsin.

–NMA

There is so much political stuff going around I just had to send this for balance. Let’s do some philosophy and statistical work….

–Sam Burns
Dr. of Philosophy
Bikernet™ University

RUSH JOB BY DIME BAG LEATHERS– Had a rush order for a custom seat completed in three days. He owns a ‘38 Knucklehead built by Choppers Inc.

–AC
Dime Bag Leathers
309-532-5081

FROM THE CHOPPERS NEVER DIE STUDY-–
Here’s the ole Sucker Punch Sally build from 2007. “Sucker” still ridden every day in Alabama by a righteous brother who bought it from the Christian Boys Home I had donated it to in 2011. Says he still loves it.

Thanks again to Kent a weeks at Lucky Devil Cycles in Houston for putting the final touches on the build. I guess it’s true, The Devils in the details!

Here’s a pic from my latest garage project, changed my lowers and fork slider covers “cowbells” on my 2016 RGU. Not too bad a job, just take your time.

–Johnny Humble

BIKERNET READER REACHES OUT–Hey Bandit,

Glad to read you’re doing well amidst this crazy pandemonium.

I was wondering if you were going to write some details about the move to Deadwood for us stuck in the muck folks in California?

We’ve been considering a move out of California as so many are flying out in every direction. Care to comment and/or share your observations? Do we split and give up for greener pastures or stay and fight for the cause?

Thanks,
-Kolohe

If you’re going to stay in California fight for all you have to save the state. At one time it was cool.–Bandit

TxDOT Launches Motorcycle Safety Campaign--Beginning this week, TxDOT is launching its “Share the Road: Look Twice for Motorcycles” campaign, which aims to alert drivers to the risks that motorcyclists face and suggests safety precautions motorists can take to protect both motorcyclists and themselves.

The campaign reminds drivers that motorcycles are small and can be hard to see. In 2019, 412 motorcyclists were killed in Texas, and more than 1,800 were seriously injured.

The highest numbers of fatal motorcycle crashes last year occurred in Houston, San Antonio, Dallas, Fort Worth, Austin, El Paso, Corpus Christi, Lubbock and Odessa.

—
CW39’s Courtney Carpenter

BIKERNET UNIVERSITY SCIENCE DEPARTMENT ANNOUNCEMENT–Astrophysicists Have Made the Largest-Ever 3D Map of the Universe

This is the result of a 20-year collaboration of several hundred scientists from around 30 different institutions worldwide.

–By Satviki Sanjay

To answer some of the most pressing questions about the universe, scientists have revealed the largest 3D map of the universe ever created. The map, published on June 19, is the result of an analysis of more than two million galaxies and quasars (luminous galactic nuclei which have supermassive blackholes) covering over 11 billion years of cosmic time. It fills in the most significant gaps in our knowledge of the universe.

Announced by Sloan Digital Sky Survey (SDSS), the results come from the extended Baryon Oscillation Spectroscopic Survey (eBOSS), an international collaboration of more than 100 astrophysicists and one of the SDSS’s main surveys. Within the eBOSS team, groups of scientists from different universities around the world focused on different aspects of the analysis. The map today represents their combined effort of mapping the universe for over two decades.

“We know both the ancient history of the Universe and its recent expansion history fairly well, but there is a troublesome gap in the middle 11 billion years,” said cosmologist Kyle Dawson, who leads the team, in a statement. “For five years, we have worked to fill in that gap, and we are using that information to provide some of the most substantial advances in cosmology in the last decade.”

The map depicts the Universe from when it was only about 300,000 years old. A close look at it reveals all the filaments and voids that define the structure in the Universe. The history that has been revealed in this map shows that about six billion years ago, the expansion of the Universe began to accelerate. Since then, it has only continued to get faster. Scientists say this accelerated expansion seems to be due to a mysterious invisible component called “dark energy,” something that they haven’t yet understood with their current grasp of particle physics.

The map even reveals cracks in the picture of the universe we have right now. In particular, the team’s measurement of the current rate of expansion of the Universe—what is commonly known as the “Hubble Constant”—is about 10 percent lower than the value we know. The scientists say that the high precision of the eBOSS data means that it is highly unlikely that this mismatch is due to chance.

There is no broadly accepted explanation for this discrepancy yet, but one exciting possibility is that a previously-unknown form of matter or energy might have left a trace on our history. The scientists leave these questions to future projects. The statement said, “In the next decade, future surveys may resolve the conundrum, or perhaps, will reveal more surprises.”

–Vice News

QUICK, New Bikernet Reader Comment!
SAM’S BIKE PICKS OF THE WEEK

https://www.bikernet.com/pages/SAMS_BIKE_PICKS_OF_THE_WEEK.aspx

Great article! Describes my feelings about custom bikes to a T!

Thanks!

–Stealth
Charlotte, NC

WOW, I’M CONFUSED—And so are a lot of other folks. They say the cases of Covid are rising, but now one of the worst states experienced zero deaths. As testing spread, the number of cases is bound to rise, but what does it mean? 

I would like to see the number of hospitalizations and how that is fairing around the country. Just this week in LA two folks who live together were tested. One came back with a positive. How’s that possible? They tested again and both were negative. Another brother stood in line for two hours and decided to split—never got tested.

I suddenly have five bikes in my garage and need to go for a ride. All of a sudden my life feels complete.

My first book Prize Possession is ready for reprinting, and I’m sorta excited all over again. Within another month it will be for sale in our shop. Watch for it. It’s based on a true story.

In the meantime ride, ride free and ride forever.

–Bandit

Hey,

I’m having issues with my computer today. This shit always happens on a Thursday. Can’t happen Monday and give me a few days to sort it out. Oh no…

So, since I’ve been delayed, I’m going to hop right to the news. I hope they get a handle on this virus or it warms up and it just goes away, which it will.

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. Most recently Quick Throttle Magazine came on board.

HARLEY-DAVIDSON CELEBRATES 50th ANNIVERSARY OF XR750
Harley-Davidson celebrates the legacy of the XR750 and continuing its 100-plus-year motorsports history with the XG750R

 The 2020 season marks the 50th year since the debut of the XR750, a motorcycle raced, wrenched on, and beloved among the American Flat Track (AFT) paddock to this day. To celebrate the anniversary, Harley-Davidson® Super Twins and Production Twins bikes along with the Harley-Davidson® Screamin’ Eagle®/Vance & Hines NHRA Pro Stock motorcycles will feature the historic color of Harley-Davidson competition motorcycles, Jet Fire Orange, along with team haulers, uniforms, and branded accessories.

“The XR750 is the winningest motorcycle in AMA Pro Racing motorcycle history,” said Jon Bekefy, General Manager of Brand Marketing at Harley-Davidson, Inc. “Harley-Davidson is taking its 50th anniversary as a moment to reflect on the legacy and individuals who have designed, engineered, tuned, and raced the XR750 during its years of competition, and to celebrate Harley-Davidson’s 2020 racing efforts.”

History of the Legendary Harley-Davidson® XR750 model

Born in 1970 with the advent of the new AMA Racing equivalency formula, the XR750 was created by Harley-Davidson’s Race Team Manager Dick O’Brian and team to replace the highly successful outgoing KR750.

Using a Harley-Davidson® Sportster-based engine, the XR750 utilized modified cast-iron heads and cylinders, a magneto instead of generator, and improved oiling. In 1972 a new, more powerful all-aluminum alloy XR750 engine was introduced.
The perfected machine dominated flat track racing for decades to come. Between 1972 and 2008, the XR750 would go on to win 28 of 37 AMA Grand National Championships. The XR750 racked up more wins than any other motorcycle in AMA racing history and earned the description of being the “most successful race bike of all time.”

In addition, the XR750 became a cultural icon with legendary stuntman Evel Knievel at the handlebars. Evel Knievel began jumping an XR750 at the height of his career from 1970 to 1976, and alongside the exploits of the racing versions of the XR750 inspired a generation to ride.

Celebrating 50 Years of Competition, Continuing the Legacy

For 2020, the Harley-Davidson Factory Flat Track team will continue to field Harley-Davidson’s production-based tradition for factory flat track campaigns. The updated Harley-Davidson® XG750R flat tracker, powered by the liquid-cooled, fuel-injected and race-tuned 750cc Harley-Davidson® Revolution X™ V-Twin is based on the production engine originally designed for the Harley-Davidson Street 750 motorcycle.

Full details on the team can be found here.

The Harley-Davidson Factory Flat Track Team will compete on the entire 18-event AFT SuperTwins schedule in 2020. The series kicks off on March 14 with the Daytona TT at Daytona International Speedway, Daytona Beach, Fla.

For more information, visit www.h-d.com.

–Joseph Gustafson

SUPPORT plans to restore Bonneville Salt Flats land speed record course–Let Interior Secretary Bernhardt know BLM funding is essential

The land speed racetrack at Bonneville — once 13 miles long — is now less than 8 miles, due to salt erosion. It is critically important that the U.S. Department of the Interior contributes funds toward a 10-year restoration program that will dramatically increase the amount of salt pumped onto Bonneville Salt Flats. Help restore the Salt Flats before it’s too late.

The U.S. Bureau of Land Management, the Utah Department of Natural Resources, local company Intrepid Potash and the land speed racing community have identified a strategy and are collaboratiing to restore Bonneville. Please urge Interior Secretary David Bernhardt to fund the Restore Bonneville program through the department’s fiscal 2020 budget.

Go to the AMA website to take action: https://americanmotorcyclist.com/

By following this link Take Action and providing your contact information, you’ll sign and send our email to Bernhardt, explaining the importance of the Bonneville Salt Flats and how he can directly affect funding for the needed restoration.

Even better, if you personalize the email by adding what Bonneville means to you, it will have far more impact. An easy way would be including a sentence at the beginning describing what it is like to attend or even take part in a race on the Salt Flats. Also feel free to amend the subject line of the email to read “I visit” or “I race at” the Bonneville Salt Flats.

Thank you in advance for commenting. If you do submit edited comments, please forward a copy to us at grassroots@amacycle.org. Please forward this alert to your friends and ask them to submit comments, too.

ZERO ELECTRIC MOTORCYCLE IS WORTH ZERO DOLLARS—We just posted a story about the new Zero Naked Electric bike for 10 grand. Check this:
My test bike, with the basic 7.2 kWh power pack, has a 98 miles per hour (mph) maximum top speed with a sustained top speed of 80 mph. The rated driving ranges for the Zero S with the base power pack are 89 miles in city driving, 45 miles at 70 mph on the highway, and 60 miles combined.

If you are willing to pay for more range, the Zero SR, which is essentially the same bike, has a 14.4 kWh battery pack. The SR starts at $15,495 and boosts the range to 179 miles for city driving, 90 miles on the highway, or 120 miles combined. For the maximum possible driving distance with Zero S models, you can also add the 3.3 kWh Power Tank for $2,895. The Zero SR with the Power Tank is rated for a maximum of 223 miles in the city, 112 miles on the highway, or 150 miles combined.

Note that larger power packs don’t just drive up the price. They weigh more. The 7.2 kWh Zero S weighs 313 pounds. The Zero SR with the 14.4 kWh power pack weighs 408 pounds, and if you add the 3.3 kWh Power Tank for a total of 18 kWh, the weight climbs to 452 pounds.

Your choice will balance cost, range, and weight. You can’t switch power packs or add the Power Tank later, so it’s essential to buy the right power combination from the start.

Charging the battery

The Zero S has a 1.3 kW integrated battery charger and a thick power cable that plugs into a standard 110/220 power plug. Charging the Zero S requires 4.7 hours for a 95% charge, or 5.2 hours to charge 100%. With a $600 optional quick charger, it takes 3.1 hours for a 100% charge, or 2.6 hours for 95%.

A third option is to buy an optional Charge Tank ($2,495). With the Charge Tank, you can plug into a standard Level 2 charge station for a 95% charge in one hour, or 100% in 1.5 hours. Note that you can’t order a Zero S or SR with both the Power Tank and Charge Tank options.

Here’s the full story: 2020 Zero Motorcycles Zero S review: A naked electric bike

https://blog.bikernet.com/2020-zero-motorcycles-zero-s-review-a-naked-electric-bike/

What the fuck good is a motorcycle with a 45-mile range on the highway and a 4-hour charge time?

NEWS FROM THE DAYTONA BIKE WEEK FRONT--Vendors on Main Street are off this year. Denver’s is missing and most of the vendors are clothes related? As of today Thursday, Main Street is closed today cars.

The chopper show at Willies tattoo was hot, the competition stiff but to me Main Street does not feel the same?

Later!
–STEALTH

JIMS TOOL OF THE WEEK–JIMS® Dipstick Socket Insert

In 2012 Harley-Davidson changed the design of the oil dipstick from a “socket style” cap to a “finger grasp” cap design. Although this design feature is intended to make it easier for the owner or technician to remove the dipstick, often times it is still very difficult to remove.

Sometimes the technician needs to remove the dipstick prior to the bike cooling down, or the dipstick is simply “stuck” and hard to remove. This is especially true when the oil is contaminated with water condensation from being run for short periods of time without reaching operating temperature resulting in the dipstick being virtually impossible to remove. With an MSRP of $34, no longer should you risk damaging the dipstick cap with a set of pliers.

Simply install this insert (No.760), in your existing JIMS dipstick socket tool (Part No.759), and remove the finger grasp cap easily with no chance of damage. This insert, designed by Gary Smith exclusively for JIMS, is manufactured out of blue delrin and guaranteed for life. The insert is also available as a kit (No.760K) including the socket for earlier model bikes with an MSRP of $55.

For more information please contact us at (805) 482-6913, email us at sales@jimsusa.com, or visit www.jimsusa.com.

–Greg Thiessen
Marketing Associate

JIMS®
555 Dawson Drive,
Camarillo, CA 93012
Ph: 805-482-6913
www.jimsusa.com

GOLDWINGS AND BATTERIES–
I have been trying to get a new battery for the Goldwing but it appears that there is no such thing as a dry battery coming with an acid pack.

Do you have a favorite store that I could purchase one from with an acid pack so that I can charge it the way I want or shall I just give in and get tone that has had a one hour fast charge, which is what I do not want. I have learnt that this is why a battery does not last long. They need a long slow charge initially, after putting the acid in and letting the acid work away for a half an hour before charging.

Went to the March Hare Rally in Waimate this past weekend. It was only a short trip, like about 5 hours one way. Great day for a ride up on Friday hauling the side car with Maree riding pillion and camping gear in the sidecar.

On the way home on Sunday, we had a tailwind after we got to Balclutha and it got cold so Maree sat in the Sidecar rest of the way. It was good as I did not then have to worry about the chair wheel lifting om left hand bends under a 100 kph. The tail wind did improve the economy compared to the head wind on Friday.

–Graeme

We don’t see many acid packs anymore, and shipping is probably an issue. We can get a sealed battery down the street, slow-charge it and have it ready when he arrives from New Zealand to ride to the Badlands.–Bandit

BIKERNET UNIVERSITY ENGLISH DEPARTMENT WEEKLY LESSON–Proof readers needed

Man Kills Self Before Shooting Wife and Daughter

This one I caught in the SGV Tribune the other day and called the Editorial Room and asked who wrote this. It took two or three readings before the editor realized that what he was reading was impossible!!! They put in a correction the next day.

Something Went Wrong in Jet Crash, Expert Says
Really? Ya think?
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Police Begin Campaign to Run Down Jaywalkers
Now that’s taking things a bit far!
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Panda Mating Fails; Veterinarian Takes Over
What a guy!
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Miners Refuse to Work after Death
Those good-for-nothing’ lazy so-and-so’s!
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Juvenile Court to Try Shooting Defendant
See if that works any better than a fair trial!
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War Dims Hope for Peace
I can see where it might have that effect!
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If Strike Isn’t Settled Quickly, It May Last Awhile
Ya think?!
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Cold Wave Linked to Temperatures
Who would have thought!
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Enfield ( London ) Couple Slain; Police Suspect Homicide
They may be on to something!
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Red Tape Holds Up New Bridges
You mean there’s something stronger than duct tape?
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Man Struck By Lightning: Faces Battery Charge
He probably IS the battery charge!
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New Study of Obesity Looks for Larger Test Group
Weren’t they fat enough?!
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Astronaut Takes Blame for Gas in Spacecraft
That’s what he gets for eating those beans!
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Kids Make Nutritious Snacks
Do they taste like chicken?
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Local High School Dropouts Cut in Half
Chainsaw Massacre all over again!
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Hospitals are Sued by 7 Foot Doctors
Boy, are they tall!
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And the winner is….
Typhoon Rips Through Cemetery; Hundreds Dead

Did I read that right?
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–Joe Smith

LIFESTYLE CYCLES DEAL OF THE WEEK--2013 Harley-Davidson® FLHRC – Road King® Classic for $12,995.00See it here: https://www.lifestylecycles.com/default.asp?page=xPreOwnedInventoryDetail&id=7906127

2013 FLHRC Road King Classic

The Road King Classic model takes the nostalgic look and feel of the Road King a little further with extra details for this road-worthy touring bike, like leather-wrapped saddlebags, nostalgic chrome fuel tank console, tooled metal detailing on the fender, tank, seat and bags, and chrome laced wheels with wide whitewall tires. Residing beneath all that fine detail is the powerful 1690 cc, Twin Cam 103 engine with integrated oil cooler.

The innovative Harley-Davidson Touring chassis is based on a single-spar, rigid backbone frame and a stout swingarm developed to withstand the demands of long-haul touring riders and today’s powerful engines. You’ll love the way the ‘King’ rides!!!

ADDITIONAL EQUIPMENT:

Lots of small detail extras on this guy! Vivid Black paint with silver pin-striping and raised tank logo is excellent. Chrome tank strap with aluminum face and bottom leather tank protector. Painted inner fairing, Jensen radio with extra speakers and handlebar controls. Tinted windshield, Willie G (skull logo) visors over the head / passing lamps and Willie G blinker lenses. Custom chrome axle caps on laced chrome rims with whitewalls.

Fork chrome wind deflector protecting your shins and chrome engine guard with extendable freeway pegs. ABS and Vance & Hines curved exhaust. Chrome Willie G 90* cone air filter. Chrome engine covers including cam with H-D logo, custom horn and 103 derby cover. 2-up seat with mini backrest and hardware for a luggage rack. Floorboards, passenger Willie G floorboards and chrome accented heat shields. Chrome bag guards, hard leather coated bags, fender trim, meaty whitewall tires and a pigtail. All this on a super riding Road King!!!

This bike has passed Lifestyle Cycles rigorous 101 point safety and mechanical inspection. Whether your looking to commute to work, ride the coast or take that dream vacation, this bike is ready to go!!!

EZ FINANCING-SHIPPING AVAILABLE!!!

Fill out an online application and ride today!!!

**Open 7 days a week**

Just $12,995 at Lifestyle Cycles (714) 490-0155

—
Looking forward!

–Dan Leadbetter
Director of Marketing
Lifestyle Cycles
(714) 490-0155

BLACK BIKE WHEEL OF THE WEEK-– Dyna Front Wheel 40 Spoke 19×2.5
$725.00Price

Dyna 40 spoke wheels are a complete bolt-on wheel for your Harley, delivering INCREASED STABILITY AND HANDLING, FASTER ACCELERATION, AND BETTER BRAKING.

WHEEL:

-19” x 2.5” front

Produced & hand built in the USA featuring:

-Direct bolt on fitment using all OEM parts

-Precision Billet Hubs CNC’d from 6061 T6 Aircraft Grade Aluminum

-Stainless steel spokes and nipples

-Show quality powder coated finish

-OEM size wheel bearings and seals

-All stainless steel hardware

We build all of our wheels custom, Any size any finish!

*Final product might vary slightly from pictures.

www.blackbikewheels.com

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BRAND NEW BIKERNET READER COMMENT–BIKE WEEK BIKERNET WEEKLY NEWS for March 5th, 2020

https://www.bikernet.com/pages/BIKE_WEEK_BIKERNET_WEEKLY_NEWS_for_March_5th_2020.aspx

I agree with Geno. I was just thinking all of this, when I saw the new Softail std. I kept looking, and I kept thinking it’s missing something The original Softails had an edge to the. For me this one does not.

I agree also, enough with the solo seats and enough with the short rear fenders. Get back to what got you here Also, enough with the speakers and lights. Go back to your outlaws roots and you will see those sale numbers climb again!

But what do I know I am just an old biker.

–Mike Pullin
charlotte, nc

“A 2018 study from the American Heart Association found kids and teens ages 8 to 18 averaged more than seven hours a day looking at screens.” https://www.cbsnews.com/news/parents-need-to-drastically-cut-kids-screen-time-devices-american-heart-association/

Obesity rates

“Overweight adolescents who participate in bicycling 3 to 4 days per week are 85% more likely to become normal-weight adults.” Menschik, D., et al., 2008 – Adolescent physical activities as predictors of young adult weight, Archives of Pediatrics & Adolescent Medicine, 162, 23-28

“Almost 1 in 5 American 4-year-olds is obese.” Anderson, S., and R. Whitaker, 2009 – Prevalence of Obesity Among US Preschool Children in Different Racial and Ethnic Groups, Archives of Pediatric & Adolescent Medicine, 163, 344-348

Childhood diseases

“Unfortunately, physical inactivity, which has progressively increased over the past several decades, significantly increases the risk of numerous diseases/disorders, including several forms of cancer, diabetes, hypertension, coronary and cerebrovascular diseases, overweight/obesity, and all-cause mortality, among others. Unless there is a reversal of this sedentary lifestyle, the incidence of these diseases/disorders will increase, life expectancy will decrease, and medical costs will continue to rise.” http://www.annclinlabsci.org/content/42/3/320.full

Top stats on bicycling with links/sources

“In the last decade, there has been a 35% drop in kids riding for fun.”
“In the last decade, there has been a 50% drop in kids riding for transportation.”
“In the last 5 years, another 1.2 million kids quit riding.”

“Currently, ¾ of kids 6-17 years won’t ride one time this year.”
https://www.washingtonpost.com/sports/2019/06/04/fewer-kids-are-riding-buying-bicycles-industry-is-worried/

To learn more or place an order, please contact the Customer Service team by calling (605) 956-3877 or emailing customerservice@striderbikes.com

THE SHERIFF EXHIBIT IN JAPAN--Japanese Vibes Made a timetravel
With my 25+ years photos out today in Japan

The Sheriff is getting old: 65 since 48 hours.

Two weeks in the Canaries doing nothing

–CJ

AN H-D IN CUBA– Ran across this pic on my computer from my trip to Cuba in 2012. Gave him some magazines that he enjoyed.

–Paul Aiken, owner
Aeromach USA LLC
10015 Metromont Industrial Blvd, Ste F
Charlotte, NC 28269

704-599-1333

LEATHER COASTERS FROM THE BUCKLEGUY--Buckleguy.com is stocking more Wickett & Craig Leather Coasters!

We have updated our line-up of Wickett & Craig coasters with new tannages, colors, and shapes!

Wickett and Craig is a premier tannery based in the USA known for their vegetable tanning, eco-friendly processes, and their rich colors.

All of these coasters are veg-tanned, and can be used for stamping and tooling for further customization.

Our Leather Coasters come in the following options:

Wickett & Craig Circle Coasters:

Circle Size: 3.75″ inch diameter
Square Size: 3.5″
Weight: 8-12 oz (Thickness: 3.2-4.8mm — 1/8″-3/16″)
NEW Traditional Harness colors: Russet, Buck Brown, Medium Brown, Burgundy, Black

NEW English Bridle colors: Olive, Zucchini, Navy, Eggplant, Chili Pepper, Carrot
Thank you everyone!

–The Buckleguy Team

LE PERA SEAT OF THE WEEK—HANG ON! DESIGNED JUST FOR SPORTSTERS.

The world is your playground… shred it! This is the seat that every adventurous rider would be stoked to own. The maximized back support and ample seating area offer plenty of options for riding – or showing off – at a moment’s notice.

Shown with Pleated seating area. Also available with Diamond Stitch, Basket Weave and our new Gripp Tape material – for when traction is needed! Many other custom materials and stitch graphics are available as well!

Specs

Driver Seating:
11″ Wide
Passenger Seating:
N/A

MSRP:
$439.00

Part Number:
LK-596PT [’10-’20] 3.3 Gal Tank
LK-596PT [’10-’20] 4.5 Gal Tank

THE FLAT OUT ADJUSTMENT—When you’re into riding flat out, you need to be willing and capable to make adjustments. We decided to give our cool Flat Out Vest several snappy upgrades based on road testing.

This puppy will now be our classic leather vest with just the right design and upgrades.

I got tired of the preacher collar messing with shirts and hoodies, so we removed it and trimmed the collar and arm holes in leather. The back will have the classic western cut trim and the waist band with return on this vest.

Of course, it will contain all of our exclusive gun pockets and the too cool media pocket in the back.

These puppies will be in stock shortly. Order a Flat Out and receive the new model. Or check out any of our other cool vests, jackets and we now have the perfect Racy women’s jacket and the women’s light Pit Crew Vest cut just right.

–Bandit

THIS WEEK’S EDITORIAL–
“AAAAUUUGGGGHHHHH!!!! We’re ALL gonna die!” The panic stricken are flooding stores, buying up toilet paper, bottled water, canned food, and bags of flour and rice.

How did America get so panicked over something that’s been around for ages? Yeah, things are bad in China because they’re packed tighter than rubber bands in a golf ball, and in Iran, because they wipe their ass with their fingers, but here in the wide open spaces? Not mso much.

What am I gonna do to keep from catchin’ that shit? I’m gonna stop watching the news, wash my hands a lot, an’ buy a big bag of limes in case I do catch it!

–Buckshot

QUICK, New Bikernet Reader Comment!
BIKE WEEK BIKERNET WEEKLY NEWS for March 5th, 2020

https://www.bikernet.com/pages/BIKE_WEEK_BIKERNET_WEEKLY_NEWS_for_March_5th_2020.aspx

Enjoyed seeing, “Flower Power Spaced Out Biker Freak,” by Hal Robinson. It kinda of grows on you. Have been running across this drawing for a long time and always loved it!

Still looking for’ Live to Ride.”

Best always,
–Hal2

— Ann Robinson
Garden Grove, Ca

Goddammit, it was in the news again last week. With the help of Ann we have a couple of limited edition prints and Hal T-shirts in the 5-Ball Racing shop.–Bandit

BIKERNET TEXAS CORRESPONDENT SURVIVES KNEE SURGERY–
A little over two weeks in on the bionic knee replacement, not a lot of bending yet, but lots of walking! Texas Redhead is mad at me again, still? It’s difficult to tell without a scorecard!

Received the FXR Bible today, it had been on back order, flipping through it watching it rain. You could fly me out to the new, Badlands Bikernet headquarters for several weeks, a staff meeting of some kind?

Will the snow be gone in a month? Can I ride around there yet? Texas Redhead might be over being mad at me upon my return? Doubtful though.

–RFR

Just like the Califa headquarters, we have a jail cell in the basement. We can take care of you, as long as you don’t mind bread and water, or stale rice in Deadwood.–Bandit

LEATHER SEAT REPORT COMING FROM THE GEARHEAD–The more I think about writing the story on that seat history , seems like the longer it gets. I can see the history on a bike build, but the history of one lousy seat we reworked seems shy as to what your readers might want .

— Gearhead

Depends how many fights, women and broken whiskey bottles are involved.–Bandit

BIKERNET MEDICAL CENTER HEALTH ALERT--Is your meth contaminated with coronavirus?

This Florida police dept. will test it for free– ATLANTIC BEACH, Fla. (WFLA) — A Florida police department wants you to know that if you have recently purchased any illegal street drugs, you can bring it to their station to get it tested for coronavirus.

The Atlantic Beach Police Department posted the PSA on their Facebook page last week. The tongue-in-cheek post issues a warning that if you recently bought cocaine, meth, heroin, or any other street drugs in their area, it may be contaminated with coronavirus.

The police department goes on to urge those to bring their drugs to the police department for free testing. If you’re uncomfortable going to the police department, police say they will come to you — in the privacy of your own home!

–WFLA.com

–from Rogue
Senior Investigator
Bikernet.com™

NEW MOTORCYCLE RIDERS FOUNDATION WISCONSIN ASSISTANT STATE REP APPOINTED–

I would like to officially welcome Cathy Dial as Wisconsin’s newest Assistant State Rep.

She will be at BITB and MOTM this year, so you will get to meet her in person then, if you haven’t already. She has been to BITB a few time already, so some of you may have already met her.

We are looking forward to her assistance in promoting the MRF at our events and helping organize the STEAM conference for 2021.

Please give her a big MRF welcome!

Stay vigilant, my friends,

–Jennifer Dewitz
ABATE of WI
MRF State Rep
(920) 207-4679

THE BIKERNET TOURING CORNER–
Remember me talking to you about the Tourpack back rest pad? Well, I am waiting on one that Corbin is making for me, but in the mean time I decided to take full advantage of the 4-point docking hardware…lol. Hey it works…..

Well as it turns out I am keeping what I have . The Corbin pad came today, and it is too light. Like milk chocolate to dark chocolate.

So, here is a foot note:
Install the sissy bar first, lean it forward. Then install the TP, push the sissy bar down and latch. TP is mounted on the mount as far back as the slots allow and will clear when you open it.

–Barry G.
Official Bikernet Photo Research Specialists
Bikernet.com™

BIKERNET UNIVERSITY ENGLISH DEPARTMENT--Vagaries of English Language!

Ever wonder why the word funeral starts with FUN?

Why isn’t a Fireman called a Water-man?

How come Lipstick doesn’t do what it says?

If money doesn’t grow on trees, how come Banks have Branches?

If a Vegetarian eats vegetables, what does a Humanitarian eat?

How do you get off a non-stop Flight?

Why are goods sent by ship called CARGO and those sent by truck SHIPMENT?

Why do we put cups in the dishwasher and the dishes in the Cupboard?

Why do doctors ‘practice’ medicine? Are they practicing at the
cost of the patients?

Why is it called ‘Rush Hour’ when traffic moves at its slowest then?

How come Noses run and Feet smell?

Why do they call it a TV ‘set’ when there is only one?

What are you vacating when you go on a vacation?

Did you know that if you replace “W” with “T” in “What, Where and
When”, you get the answer to each of them.

–EL Waggs
Certified Joke Librarian
Bikernet.com™

BROTHER DYING OF BLOOD DISEASE CURED, MAYBE-– Good Morning…

Sat fed ex delivered the goods.

Amazing results so far, spent 3 1/2 hours Sunday riding my mower cleaning up Nirvana.

Two weeks ago my day to day was questionable..

Three days in a row with clothes on and moving around.

Life is amazing..

–Ray

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Red Line Synthetic Oil Opens Sponsorship Program to Support New Racers and Builders for the 2020 Powersports Season

Red Line Synthetic Oil, a leading supplier of synthetic lubricants and additives, today announced plans to recruit new, influential racers, riders, enthusiasts and builders to promote the Red Line brand and products throughout 2020 and beyond. The company seeks on-brand ambassadors who are committed to powersports and are interested in taking the necessary steps to maintain and prepare their bikes for the most extreme conditions.

Red Line provides a strong amateur and professional support program for sponsored riders of all levels. New additions to the program this season will include lower product order minimums as well as refreshed, branded casual clothing designs.

Unrivaled in its performance and protection for high-revving race motorcycles, the Red Line Four-Stroke line of engine oils is a go-to product in the powersports world. This oil also allows for longer drain intervals due to it high quality base stocks and formulations. Additionally, the Red Line Two-Stroke products are clean burning and offer the best protection for small displacement race bikes, as well as direct injection engines. The company’s Gear Oil is commonly used by flat track race teams and endurance applications to ensure smooth shifting in the toughest conditions for V-Twins. Lastly, WaterWetterTM Cooling Additive is known to be one of the top solutions to keep high horsepower engines cool under extreme temperatures.

“At Red Line, we are all about creating products that our riders and builders can count on,” said Kit Szwarcburg, Marketing Director of Red Line Synthetic Oil. “We are proud to provide high-performance, easy-to-use products that keep motorcycles performing at their best when the engine is pushed well above its rpm red line.”

For consideration, please send a resume, bio, or proposal with recent photos and results. Should you be accepted into the program, you will gain access to Red Line’s VIP ordering portal, as well as direct technical support and product discount support, based upon your level. Currently, only riders in the United States are eligible for the program.

Those interested may submit their applications here. All applications must be submitted no later than April 30, 2020.

For more information on Red Line products, please visit: https://www.redlineoil.com/

CruzTOOLS Releases RoadTech Tool Kit for Indian Motorcycles

Seattle, WA — (March 10, 2020) After 20 years of providing tool kits for Harley Davidson motorcycles, CruzTOOLS has set its sights on serving customers with Indian Motorcycles. The company has developed a new RoadTech™ tool kit that is purpose-built for roadside repairs and adjustments on Indian Motorcycles. The kit contains the right tools in exactly the right sizes to provide the functionality needed in a travel tool kit for Chief, Chieftan, Roadmaster and Scout models.

The kit includes a pair of 27mm axle wrenches for removing rear wheels and a 14mm x 16mm hex axle adapter for removing front axles. Having suspension adjusted properly can improve handling and rider comfort and this kit includes a shock adjustment tool for setting preload to the right level. The RoadTech kit contains just the right sizes of wrenches, sockets, hex and torx keys required on Indian Motorcycles, keeping it lightweight and compact for storing on the bike. Whether riders are taking a day trip or touring the country, the RoadTech kit provides the tools needed to keep the ride rolling. All CruzTOOLS are professional-grade and feature a ‘no questions asked’ lifetime guarantee.

“The pair of 27mm axle wrenches are just right for removing the rear axle and the new axle hex adapter works for removing front axles on a wide range of Indian Motorcycles. Like all CruzTOOLS products, this kit features a lifetime warranty – no questions asked.” -Matt Willson, Product Development, CruzTOOLS

BANDIT MEETS HOWARD NIGHT FOR THE FLYING PISTON STRIDER CHARITY-– Howard knight, the leather master and I will create something wild for the Flying Piston Charity Auction Breakfast during the Sturgis Rally this year. “Damn good to hear from you!!!” said Howard. ” I’d tell you stories of heartache and nonstop fighting leading up to my divorce but I’m sure you know.”

Vance & Hines Kicks off 2020 Racing Season with Talented Riders, Updated Equipment –Partnership with Harley-Davidson’s Screamin’ Eagle Racing Puts Both Brands on Dirt Tracks and Drag Strips

With over 40 years of racing success behind them, Vance & Hines launches into the 2020 racing season this weekend with a stable that includes the most talented motorcycle drag racers and flat track riders ever. Amassing hundreds of wins and numerous championships during their careers, these riders are poised to add more hardware to the Harley-Davidson and Vance & Hines trophy case.

Vance & Hines operates Harley-Davidson’s NHRA Pro Stock Motorcycle team and its American Flat Track (AFT) racing teams.

NHRA Pro Stock Motorcycle

NHRA Pro Stock Motorcycle 2019 Champion Andrew Hines and veteran riders Eddie Krawiec and Angelle Sampey launch their season at the GatorNationals in Gainesville, FL from March 11 to March 14. The three riders have 145 race wins and nine championships to brag about, and Sampey’s 42 race wins are the most ever for a female NHRA rider or driver.

The team’s V-twin-powered, Pro Stock Harley-Davidson motorcycles have bodywork based on Harley’s successful FXDR model. The cosmetics of the trio of bikes are updated for 2020 and Sampey gets a new specification frame, built specifically for her.

“We used the off season to make significant refinements to our whole racing package,” said Krawiec. “We expect to be much more consistent this year and are excited about bringing home another championship.”

American Flat Track

Team Harley-Davidson for SuperTwins, the premier class of American Flat Track (AFT) racing, is a mix of young guns and a seasoned veteran.

Bryan Smith, known for his skill on mile tracks, joins the team intending to take back the Number One plate he earned with his championship in 2016. He retains long-time crew chief Ricky Howarton who made the move to Harley-Davidson as well. Smith joins Jarod Vanderkoii, a former AFT singles champion, and Dalton Gauthier, the youngest member of the team. Gauthier is the first rider to put a Harley-Davidson XG750R on top of an AFT podium with his 2019 race win in the Production Twins class in Springfield IL.

“We’ve learned so much about the capabilities of the XG750R in the past three years and we know these are our fastest bikes ever.” said Terry Vance, co-founder of Vance & Hines.”We’ll be a contender in every race of the series.”

The AFT series includes 20 races featuring mile-long tracks, half miles and short tracks. The season kicks off in Daytona Beach on March 14 and wraps up in New Jersey’s Meadowlands in late September.

— by Steve Piehl, Authentic CX, LLC,

BIKERNET TO SUPPORT THE MOTORMAIDS–Bandit,
I received an email that you were possibly interested in being a sponsor for the 2020 Motor Maids Convention. I hope you have a minute to check out my email, let me know if you are interested or have any questions.

Who: Motor Maid, Inc (80th- Annual)
When: July 6-9, 2020
Where: Rapid City, SD / Black Hills
# of Attendees: 500 Members from all over the US and Canada

We are looking for raffle items for our convention to help offset the cost of hosting this event.
Product donations can be sent to:
Motor Maids Convention
% Ann Hovdenes
24024 Cosmos Road,
Rapid City, SD 57702

We would appreciate any support you and/or your company can give us. In return for your help, your business will be recognized in our Convention Booklet, which is handed out to all our members and guests. We expect to have over 500 attendees, they will be urged to go by our sponsoring businesses to thank them for their support. You are also invited to come visit us at the Rapid City Best Western Ramkota Hotel where you can meet attendees from all parts of the U.S. and Canada riding all makes and models of motorcycles.

Monetary Donations are listed as:
Maids On Tour $100
Bronze $100 – $249
Silver $250 – $499
Gold $500 – $999
Platinum $1000 – $1999

(The amount given will not be printed in the program, just the level of donation, i.e. – bronze, silver, gold and platinum, sapphire and person/company making the donation). Check should be made out and mailed or I can pick up as follows:

2020 Motor Maid Convention Donation
C/O Pam Tiller, Treasurer
P.O. Box 37185
Panama City, FL 32412

Should you require further clarification or questions as to the authenticity of this request, please feel free to contact me,

Honoring the Past Riding to the Future
Ann Hovdenes
Motor Maids, Inc
ND/SD District Director
605-431-9121

Mike Sayre named Director of Government Relations for American Motorcyclist Association
PICKERINGTON, Ohio — Mike Sayre is the new Director of Government Relations for the American Motorcyclist Association.

In his new role, Sayre will oversee the AMA’s office in Washington, D.C., and manage the execution of AMA advocacy efforts nationwide. Sayre most recently was the AMA government relations manager for on-highway issues. He has been an AMA member for eight years and has been on staff for four years.

“The AMA Government Relations Department is on the front lines of defending motorcyclists’ rights, and efficient management is critical to ensure the effectiveness of those efforts,” said AMA President and CEO Rob Dingman. “Mike will bring fresh ideas and focused leadership to his new role.”

Sayre is a member of the federal Motorcyclist Advisory Council and currently serves as its chair. The MAC advises the U.S. Secretary of Transportation on ways to make the nation’s highway infrastructure safer for motorcyclists.

Sayre said he is “grateful for the opportunity to lead the AMA’s advocacy efforts and excited to take on the challenges ahead.”

“I will build on our successes and help ensure that officials at all levels of government understand the benefits of motorcycling and why our community is an asset,” Sayre said. “Motorcyclists should be valued as a key part of the transportation, recreation and competition worlds. And I look forward to working with our dedicated partners in the motorcycling community.”

Before joining the AMA staff, Sayre worked for the University of Michigan supporting a quantitative methodology training program.

Sayre holds a master’s in Public Policy from Michigan State University and a bachelor’s in Political Science and History from the University of Michigan. He has been riding motorcycles for more than 10 years, commuting and touring.

TOUGH DAY—At the headquarters. I’ll head over to check progress on the Salt Torpedo paint tomorrow. Hopefully, the news will be completed tonight.

My computer doctor told me my Apple keyboard is shot on my laptop. I plugged in an old keyboard and kept going, but it’s awkward as shit. I quit my Imac because they were trying to force me into a new model, because I could no-longer upgrade my operating system. What a bunch of bullshit. We are living in strange times, but somehow I’m going to overcome the obstacles and find peace and tranquility.

Saturday Doctor Hamster is coming over with Mike Stevenson, with the doctor’s Panhead project. Currently, our plan is to wrap up his Panhead and take both of our Pans into the Black Hills for the rally. Hang on for the next report.

In the meantime, ride fast and free forever,

–Bandit

Hey,

Are we living through some strange times or what? This is one of those tests and we won’t know the answers until it’s over.

It’s sorta like a final at the Bikernet medical school. You could check Covid Measures too reactionary and costly and be wrong or visa versa. Let’s just hope at the end of the flu season, we can laugh and say it wasn’t a big deal.

Check this: Today Harley in Milwaukee announced they are temporally closing for the Corona virus. They will be closing all US operations. 2000 workers will be affected until at least the end of the month and possibly longer.

Later boss, be safe…

–David Campbell

Bikernet isn’t shutting down or curbing operations. We just shoot anyone who is sick and comes around and carefully bury them in a shallow grave out back.

I’m working around the clock with a couple of contractors in Deadwood to dial in the Badlands Bikernet headquarters for the rally. Sin Wu and the Redhead are approving the Chinese whorehouse décor.

VIRUS ALERT: Some 80 Percent of folks who catch the Corona Virus will feel little or no symptoms.–MGA News

Let’s get to the news and at the end I’ll attempt to explain the other items on the Bikernet To-Do list for this year. Hang On!

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. Most recently Quick Throttle Magazine came on board.

COVID MEASURES BY VINTAGE RIDERS–Dear riders,

We hope you are well and have been able to gain a comfortable place in this time of confinement. Our thoughts go to the nursing staff among you and all those who are courageously managing the health crisis on the field.

In order to get through these difficult times by following the French government recommendations, we have reorganized the working hours of our team, and have already implemented home office for all since a couple of days ago.

Our priority is to remain available to answer all of your questions. We can be reached on our usual number which is +442032898785 from Monday to Friday between 9am to 12pm and 2pm to 6pm.

All departures scheduled to depart from now up until April 30, 2020 are cancelled. We assure to all registered persons, a postponement on a next trip, free of charge. In case of doubt about your next departure, we invite you to contact us by phone or by email at hello@vintagerides.com.

In addition, for all new bookings made before April 30, 2020, we will cancel your trip at no charge up to one month before departure. Please consult our departure calendar, which extends to 2021 for all our destinations.

Finally, in order to continue to make you dream and offer you a few moments of escape, our social networks and our blog continue to be fed with exclusive content. Do not hesitate to follow us.

We thank you very much for your understanding and patience and look forward to seeing you on the road again in a few months.

We remain at your disposal,
The Vintage Rides team
Vintage Rides
Lyon, France
(by appointment only)
hello@vintagerides.com
+442032898785

COVID-19 LACONIA UPDATE–We are proceeding full steam ahead with the 97th Laconia Motorcycle Week, optimistic that by early June, this virus will pass and we’re given the “all clear” to emerge from hibernation, ready to unwind, dust off our bikes, and head to the fresh air of New Hampshire.

Couldn’t we all use a little of that right now? Until then, we will to continue to consult with local and state officials. IF the rally is postponed to a later date, we will post updates immediately through this e-newsletter, on our website and through all LaconiaMCWeek social media outlets.

Most importantly, we wish you and your family health and safety during these difficult times. We value your support and want you to know we’re thinking of you and want more than anything, to see you riding alongside us this June..

Looking for a Place to Stay?

Book your trip with our Official Hotel of Laconia Motorcycle Week, the Naswa Resort, home to the Official Kick-Off event, the Peter Makris Memorial Run and the Miss Laconia NazKini Bikini Contest. For more information on the Naswa Resort and other great hotels, cottages, condos, private homes and campgrounds, visit Laconiamcweek.com.

THE LATEST IN COVID MASKS–It’s not just garage art anymore. Glad I kept it. Getting ready to service the mask and go to Walmart.

–Wayne Richmond

TWO XR 750S FOR SALE–24G for The Blue one, belonged to Bubba Blackwell built in 91 HD built 5 apparently, has paperwork:

Orange one is 77 never been raced for 33G

Just an FYI. Available at Houston, MC Creations 281-807-1099

–RFR
Texas Correspondent
Bikernet.com™

LATEST COVID NEWS–Malaria drug sees promising signs as future coronavirus treatment

by Tim Pearce, Washington Examiner

A drug originally developed to treat malaria is showing signs that it may also cure infections of the coronavirus, though much more testing is needed.

Researchers and virologists in France have completed a clinical trial studying the effects of hydroxychloroquine, used to treat arthritis, malaria, and other ailments, on patients with COVID-19. Researchers treated a total of 26 coronavirus patients with the drug, including six that were given the antibiotic azithromycin, as well.

The researchers released their findings in a study published on Wednesday. The results showed that all six patients treated with hydroxychloroquine and azithromycin tested negative for the virus after six days. Of the 20 treated with just hydroxychloroquine, 57.1% tested negative for the coronavirus after six days. Just 12.5% of the control group made up of 16 other patients tested negative.

“Despite its small sample size our survey shows that hydroxychloroquine treatment is significantly associated with viral load reduction/disappearance in COVID-19 patients and its effect is reinforced by azithromycin,” the study said.

Didier Raoult, an infectious disease expert from l’Institut Hospitalo-Universitaire in Marseille, led the research team that conducted the study. Gregory Rigano, an adviser to the Stanford University School of Medicine SPARK Translational Research Program, is leading a program based on Raoult’s results to study the effects of hydroxychloroquine on treating COVID-19, the disease caused by the coronavirus.

Anthony Fauci is the leading expert in the United States on infectious diseases and has downplayed the existence of a cure and has said that many drugs are currently being tested that may lessen the severity of the coronavirus. The best medical tool doctors can hope for is a vaccine, which Fauci said is about a year to 18 months away from completion.

Rigano touted the results of the study on Fox News’s Tucker Carlson Tonight on Wednesday, claiming that hydroxychloroquine used with azithromycin is the second 100% cure for a virus ever found. Rigano also called on President Trump to “authorize the use of hydroxychloroquine against coronavirus immediately.”

–from Michael Hupy

MICHAEL LICHTER PHOTO OF THE WEEK— Event organizer Dmitry Khitrov with his wife Natasha and their close friend Anastasia Kostina with her baby Tasia at the Custom and Tuning Show, the custom bike show portion of the big Motor Spring bike show in Moscow, Russia. Saturday April 22, 2017.

Photography ©2017 Michael Lichter.

If you ever want a print of an event Mike shot or a bike, don’t hesitate to reach out to him.–Bandit

BIKERNET BANDANA AND THE CORONA VIRUS—The Redhead needed to run some quick errands. She used our official custom Bikernet Bandana to prevent touching door handles and objects throughout her visits.

When she got home, she threw it into the wash. No sweat. A brother wore one for a disease prevention mask. The Redhead pointed out that brothers in the past always carried bandanas or handkerchiefs. The ladies always carried hankies. Bandit always carries his bandana and the Redhead will do the same, from now on.

You can buy real Bandit’s Bikernet Bandanas in the shop or get one free with any leather purchase. Or if you join the Cantina for two years you will get a signed book and a bandana. What the hell could be better.

–Bandit

HARLEY-DAVIDSON ANNOUNCES NEW PERFORMANCE BAGGER AND CUSTOM-INSPIRED PARTS AND ACCESSORIES
Let Your Bike Do the Talking

It’s the details that make you unique, and with your bike it’s no different. That’s why Harley-Davidson gives you all the elements you need to make your bike distinctly your own. From fender to fender, these are the elements that will make your bike an expression of your individual style. When making a personal statement, let your bike do the talking.

Endgame Collection

Push your custom style to the edge. The Endgame collection is defined by its slotted design and high-tech, industrial look. The intense black rubber inserts on the controls are set against a matte graphite or black finishes that complements black or bright bikes.

Endgame Collection includes:

Endgame Collection Hand Grips
Featuring raised black rubber inserts with a black or graphite surround, these 1.5″ diameter grips deliver excellent control and tough industrial styling. Easy-to-install glueless design allows you to remove grips for service without damage.
Endgame Collection Rider and Passenger Footpegs

Finish off the high-tech, industrial look with Endgame Footpegs. Kit includes slotted left and right footpegs with raised diamond-tread rubber grips to help keep your foot firmly in place.

Endgame Collection Brake Pedal Pad
Showcasing a slotted design and black or graphite finish, these easy-to-install brake pedal pads complement the Endgame Collection controls to give your ride a custom industrial look.

Endgame Collection Brake Lever
Styled to complement the Endgame Collection controls, this Rear Brake Lever features a slotted design that will give your performance bike an industrial look.
Endgame Collection Shifter Peg
With its slotted design, this easy-to-install shifter peg complements the high-tech, industrial look of the Endgame Collection footpegs and footboards.

Endgame Collection Shift Lever
Styled to complement the Endgame Collection controls, this Shift Lever features a slotted design that will give your bike a high-tech, industrial look.
Endgame Collection Rider Footboards
With their slotted design, these Endgame Footboards add a custom industrial look to your ride. These footboards feature four raised rubber pads for excellent grip and Harley-Davidson® script for added style. Kit includes left and right footboards.

Available in Black or Graphite. Complete fitment information can be found on H-D.com.

Streamline Collection

Inspired by the curved forms and long, horizontal lines of Streamline Moderne architecture, the Black Streamliner Collection takes a contemporary spin on this classic Harley-Davidson style. Featuring polished chrome bands surrounded by a sea of rich black, the Black Streamliner Collection adds a dark and aerodynamic look to your bike.

Available in Black.

Collection includes:

Streamliner Collection Hand Grips
Complement the Streamliner look with these matching grips. The rich black rubber provides a positive grip when riding and the chrome tri-lines add just the right touch of brightness.

Streamliner Collection Heated Hand Grips
Complement the Streamliner look with these matching Heated Hand Grips.
Streamliner Collection Rider Footpegs
Complete the streamlined look with Streamliner Footpegs. Includes left and right footpegs.

Streamliner Collection Brake Pedal Pad
Complement the Streamliner footpegs and footboards with this simple-to-install Brake Pedal Pad. The gloss black frame surrounds a black rubber pad accented with three polished chrome bands for style and grip.

Streamliner Collection Rider Footboards
Inspired by the sleek and sweeping footboard design from the Street Glide® model, these Rider Footboards add a clean yet striking look to your bike. Kit includes vibration-isolation footboard pads with three polished chrome bands, and the complete gloss black pans that easily bolt in place of the Original Equipment footboards.

Streamliner Collection Passenger Footboard and Mount Kit

Styled to match the rider footboards on the Road King® Custom, Road Glide® Custom and Street Glide® models, these Swept Wing Passenger Footboards feature a Streamliner-style rubber pad with three polished chrome stripes surrounded by gloss black footboard pans.

Designed for convenient bolt-on installation, the complete kit includes gloss black aluminum footboards, rubber pads, mounting hardware and passenger footboard supports.

Streamliner Collection Passenger Footboard Insert

Styled to match the Street Glide model’s Original Equipment Streamliner Rider Footboards. Featuring vibration-isolation rubber inserts with three polished chrome bands, this insert is designed to fit the Wing shaped passenger footboard pan. Kit includes left and right insert.

Available in Black. Complete fitment information can be found on H-D.com.

Performance Bagger Parts and Accessories

Command attention without saying a word. Push aggressive style to the limit with leading-edge controls, custom wheels and board-to-peg conversion kits. H-D® parts and accessories deliver the unmistakable attitude and performance you need to stand out from the crowd.

Board-to-Peg Conversion Kit

Add an aggressive look to your FL Softail® or Touring motorcycle. These support kits are designed to allow installation of mini foot boards and footpegs. Kit Includes left and right mounting brackets and all necessary installation hardware. Mini footboards and footpegs sold separately.

Fugitive™ Wheel

Get the leading-edge style you’ve been chasing. Featuring a sleek double-spoke design with 14 spokes on each side, the Fugitive™ Wheel delivers a refined profile that pops with eye-catching visual depth and dimension when viewed from an angle. The result is a stunning, one-of-a-kind look. Available in gloss black and contrast chrome finishes, it will give your bike the custom style it needs to stand out from the crowd.

80GRIT™ Rider Footboards

With durable cast aluminum and rugged style edges this BMX-inspired footboard grips your boot for firm stability and traction.

80GRIT Brake Pedal Pad

This BMX-inspired brake pedal pad features rugged styled edges for excellent grip and a bold, stripped-down look.

80GRIT Foot Controls

Combine form and function with the feel of old-school BMX-style foot controls. The aluminum material with rugged styled edges is lightweight and grips the bottom of your foot, giving you a strong feeling of confidence. Black Anodized or Raw finishes provide customization options, while the HDMC dog tag-style logo adds subtle authenticity to the bold, stripped-down look.

80GRIT Footpegs

Give your ride an aggressive look with these BMX-inspired footpegs. Rugged ridges help keep your feet firmly planted on the pegs. Fits models in passenger and highway peg positions. Does not fit the rider and passenger position for ’18-later Softail models.

HDMC™ Engine Trim

Contemporary style machined to perfection. The HDMC™ Engine Trim showcases a subtle HDMC graphic logo set off with a machine-lined black anodized finish highlighted by raw outer trim. The sharp contrasting design complements both black and bright engines to create a cohesive look that emphasizes your high-performance riding style.

Timer Cover fits ’17-later Milwaukee-Eight engine equipped models.

Derby Cover P/N 25701086 fits ’16-later Touring and Trike, and ’15-later FLHTCUL and FLHTKL models. Also fits ’07-later Touring and Trike models equipped with Narrow-Profile Outer Primary Cover P/N 25700385 or 25700438

Derby Cover P/N 25701088 fits ’18-later FLSB and ’19-later Softail® models. Also fits ’18-later Softail models equipped with Narrow-Profile Outer Primary Cover P/N 25700941, 25701039, 25701040, and 25701043

NEWS FROM CHRIS G.— A pic of me, my husband, our couch and the essentials.

–Chris Gibbany
Moto-journalist/Event host/Bike builder
Old Iron Never Dies!

LIQUI MOLY defies corona: a bonus for every employee instead of short-time work

Managing Director Ernst Prost thanks the workforce for their commitment and expresses confidence

March 2020 – Special times call for special measures. The German oil and additive specialist LIQUI MOLY is not reacting to the corona crisis with short-time work or layoffs, but is instead paying a bonus of EUR 1,000 to each employee. With this ‘corona consolation’, Managing Director Ernst Prost is thanking all employees for their dedication.

LIQUI MOLY now has almost its entire administration working from home. This move is intended to protect every single employee while keeping production running. The staff accomplished this collective move to home office mode with great commitment and improvisation.

“Today, we have largely been able to ensure in all corporate areas that we are mastering this balancing act between preventive health care and continued work,” Ernst Prost wrote to the workforce. “Now, I can imagine that the current circumstances are not only time-consuming for you, but also involve additional financial expenditure. As a token of our appreciation, allow me to give you an extra EUR 1000 gross with your next salary payment – to a certain extent, as a financial corona consolation!”

While other companies are having to deal with short-time work or are considering making cuts, the LIQUI MOLY boss is setting a counterpoint. “The current developments are not leaving us unaffected either; the economic consequences will be brutal. That is precisely why we must now do our part to solve this crisis with our brains and wits, with commitment and diligence, and definitely with courage and confidence.”

All employees worldwide are receiving the same amount for this bonus – the department manager in Germany as well as the warehouse clerk in South Africa. “In most parts of the world, the economic consequences are more severe, because the social network there is less robust or completely absent,” says Ernst Prost. With his gesture, he wishes to set an example for the LIQUI MOLY family worldwide and also make money available that people may need urgently. “Besides, spending money on the economy is exactly what we need right now to keep jobs.”

Ernst Prost is pleased about the team spirit within the company: “It is very gratifying to see how we come closer together in such a situation, do our work unwaveringly and pull together in solidarity.

RODDER’S JOURNAL HELPS OUT DURING TOUGH TIMES–Complimentary TRJ Articles Available.

to Help Pass the Time–We here at The Rodder’s Journal hope that you and your families are safe, healthy and adjusting to the unusual circumstances of the day.

As more people are sheltering in place, we thought we might be able to help cure a little bit of stir-craziness by digging into our archives to bring you some of our favorite feature stories that you can view in their entirety—photos, captions and all—absolutely free.

Over the next few weeks we’ll be posting all sorts of car features and historical stories to our website. We still think these stories look best on the printed page, and if the issue they originally appeared in is still available, we’ll let you know. But in the meantime we hope they’ll help you pass the time and keep readers’ minds on brighter things—like hot rods!

TRJ is still open and available to take your calls, answer your questions and fulfill orders. We’ll kick off our “Free Features from the Archives” with the Pierson Brothers’ famed ’36 Ford three-window coupe in baremetal.

Cheers!
Your Friends at The Rodder’s Journal

DIRECT FROM THE WHITEHOUSE–Together, America will prevail

“I want all Americans to understand,” President Trump wrote on Twitter this afternoon. “We are at war with an invisible enemy, but that enemy is no match for the spirit and resolve of the American people.”

He’s right. Thanks to the dedication of our doctors, nurses, and scientists—as well as the love, patriotism, and determination of our citizens—no country is better prepared to meet this challenge than America. No nation on Earth will emerge stronger and more united than ours.

The Federal Government is leaving no stone unturned in its unprecedented response. Today, the President announced more groundbreaking steps to slow the spread of the virus and help every American community brave the storm:
The Defense Department will massively expand medical resources, making 5 million respirator masks and 2,000 ventilators available for use

FEMA is now activated in every region of the country and at the highest level

The Department of Housing & Urban Development will be suspending foreclosures and evictions until the end of April

Health & Human Services will also suspend foreclosures and evictions

Navy hospital ships are being deployed to impacted areas

America and Canada will halt all non-essential travel across their border

President Trump held a phone meeting today with 130 CEOs to hear directly what they need to respond to this crisis. Defeating this virus will take a historic partnership between our public and private sectors. The Trump Administration is leading that charge.

History has shown that our nation always rises to the occasion when staring down uncertain and trying times. The American people are proving that once again now—and the President couldn’t be prouder, Vice President Mike Pence wrote in USA Today.

“In the weeks ahead, President Trump and this administration will continue to take strong action to protect the American people, and we will continue to build on the partnerships that we’ve forged with state and local governments, as well as with the scientific and business communities,” he said.

“But for all of these important steps, there is no substitute for the action of the American people.”

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Let’s fight against the spread of the COVID-19 together!

ISLE OF MAN CANCELLED–With the cancelation of the TT isle of Man race this year, fans of the iconic superbike event, still have a chance to experience the thrills and excitement of the competition from the comfort of their living room.

TT isle of Man – Ride on the edge 2 is finally available (on PS4, Xbox , PC) and its boasting incredible speed and realism. Check out the launch trailer and press release below for more information.

–DAVID

IN TT ISLE OF MAN – RIDE ON THE EDGE 2

The official game of the Isle of Man TT is now available on PC, PlayStation®4 and Xbox One

Lesquin, France, March 19, 2020 – Motorcycle racers around the world, make your way to the starting line! NACON and KT Racing are pleased to announce the release of TT Isle of Man – Ride on the Edge 2. Ride in the world’s most iconic motorcycling race with the official game!

In TT Isle of Man – Ride on the Edge 2, you ride the roads of the Snaefell Mountain course, where the Isle of Man Tourist Trophy has been contested for over a century. The Isle of Man TT course is very different from a classic circuit. The route is full of imperfections and includes fast corners, tight bends and long straights where riders can exceed speeds of 186 mph (300 kmh)! TT Isle of Man – Ride on the Edge 2 faithfully recreates the demanding course of this legendary race in which unerring anticipation is the key to victory.

TT Isle of Man – Ride on the Edge 2 takes realism to new heights, including improved bike physics, wear and tear of various parts, and inclusion of official TT bikes and riders. KT Racing worked closely with two professional riders to help meet the high expectations of players: Julien Toniutti, the fastest French rider in the TT; and Davey Todd, ranked second in the game’s worldwide leaderboards and the second fastest newcomer of all time in the real race.

To prolong the fun, explore a new area, a true biker’s paradise: the ideal place to adjust your bike’s set-up and attempt a variety of challenges like pursuits and time attacks. In addition, the redesigned Career mode offers each player the chance to move from amateur rider to winner of the Senior TT! Choose the teams you want to race with over the seasons, customise your bikes, plan your calendar and manage your career to win the ultimate accolade.

TT Isle of Man – Ride on the Edge 2 is the most detailed motorcycling simulation in its genre thanks to the following features:
Realistic bike physics and challenging gameplay

All 38 miles (60km) of the Isle of Man Tourist Trophy meticulously recreated
17 additional circuits to explore and for improving riding skills

An open-world area for testing reflexes and bike set-ups

A deep Career mode offering the chance to move up from amateur rider to winner of the Senior TT,
27 riders and 13 official TT bikes available, as well as 5 legendary bikes, plus
a unique helmet cam for increased immersion.

TT Isle of Man – Ride on the Edge 2 is now available on PlayStation®4, Xbox One and PC. Its release on Nintendo Switch™ is planned for later in 2020.
Find all the information on Facebook, Twitter and Youtube.

Anti-Profiling Bill Headed to Governor!
Yeah, you read that right.

Today is an historic day for ABATE of Idaho … our Anti-Profiling bill passed the Idaho House of Representatives and is headed to the Governor’s desk for signature.

Years of hard work have finally paid off. We owe a HUGE debt of gratitude to everyone who has put in the time and effort to make this a reality.

More information to follow when specifics are available.

–Steve Johnson
Tech Master
ABATE of Idaho

LIFESTYLE CYCLES DEAL OF THE WEEK–

See it here: https://www.lifestylecycles.com/default.asp?page=xPreOwnedInventoryDetail&id=7360279

2018 Harley-Davidson FXBB – Street Bob 107ci

Of all the Harley-Davidson Dyna motorcycles making the transition to the Softail platform, the biggest improvement of all could be the 2018 Harley-Davidson Street Bob. Now, you could argue that it’s simply a different motorcycle, as it has an all-new chassis and motor, and you wouldn’t be far from right.

The Street Bob has gone from being a fashion statement to a seriously fun-to-ride motorcycle. Magic is provided by the new chassis. The Street Bob loves to corner. No matter where you ride, the improved suspension makes a huge difference. The Milwaukee-Eight 107 engine is simply outstanding. The dashboard is tiny but blends well with the motorcycle, and yet useful as the speed is easily legible. The 2018 Harley-Davidson Street Bob is a huge improvement over other older Street Bobs.

ADDITIONAL EQUIPMENT INCLUDE:

**Just 3,142 Miles!**

*No scratches, scuffs, dings, might as well be new!!!*

Vivid Black paint with silver pin-striping and raised tank logos is like new. Chrome gas cap. Vivid black 12″ curved T-bars, black digital speedo, H-D grips, polished levers, vivid black mirrors, blinkers and a quarter fairing. Vivid Black hi-reflective headlamp, chrome fork, gaitors, vivid black lower legs with reflectors on vivid black laced rims. 2:2 black stock exhaust with bullet hole shields and chrome tips.

Beautiful black powder engine and covers including circular 107 air cleaner, rockers with polished band, black battery case, and polished derby cover. 2-up Saddlemen diamond stitch seat and vivid black mid control arms. Vivid black fender supports with reflectors, swing arm, chain guard, and black drive sprocket with a polished rim. Almost new tires. Vivid black hi-reflective stop / turn / tail lights and LED lit side license plate. Very sweet Street Bob 107 with low miles!!!

This bike has passed Lifestyle Cycles rigorous 101 point safety and mechanical inspection and can come with Lifestyles 90 day/1,000 mile limited warranty. Whether your looking to commute to work, ride the coast or take that dream vacation, this bike is ready to go!!!

EZ FINANCING-SHIPPING AVAILABLE!!!

Fill out an online application and ride today!!!

**Open 7 days a week**

Only $14,995 at Lifestyle Cycles (714) 490-0155

BIKERNET UNIVERSITY POLITICAL LESSON– Ball Markers. Bernie style

A Golfer walks into the new Government National Golf Course pro shop and asks the golf pro if they sell ball markers.

The golf pro says that they do, and they are $1.00.

The golfer gives the golf pro a dollar.
The golf pro opens the register, puts the dollar in, and hands the player a dime to use as a marker.

This economic model is part of Bernie Sanders 90% tax plan to restore the US economy. Please make sure all golfers are aware.

(If anyone needs any ball markers, I have plenty of them!!!)

–Joe Smith

WINDVEST IS STILL COOKING–
In this time of crisis, the WindVest Family would like to extend our thoughts of good health, wellness and safety to you and your family and friends. We want to let you know that we will be conducting our business as usual unless things become prudent to change. We believe that keeping things as normal as possible will help all of us get through this difficult time.

Get out there and take a ride to ease your mind!!

Please feel free to contact us with any questions you may have. Be well!

408-762-7180
877-370-7326
www.windvest.com
sales@windvest.com 

READER REVIEWS SAM “CHOPPER” ORWELL–I read your book… why did my kin have to die!?!?! After all they had been through, I was rooting for “Amber” McFarland and Chopper to get away and make a new start. It was a fun read and made better by the fact that I know so many of the places you mentioned in the Black Hills and in Wyoming.

–Ryan McFarland
Founder/Pres./CEO
Strider Sports Int’l, Inc.
605-342-0266
#StrideOn

NEW PRODUCT ANNOUNCEMENT–Tight low beam to see far ahead
Super wide high beam to see it ALL

DUAL OPTICS
Projector and Reflector in one device

Well suited for bikes with passing lamps….
A strong tight low beam augments the side-to-side coverage of passing lamps.
When switching to high beams, which turns off the passing lamps on most bikes, a super wide high beam fills the void.

Also works well with bikes without passing lamps and riders who want to make sure they see far down the road.

Three choices of colors:
CHROME for the “near stock” classic look
BLACK with DRL light to match your style
PITCH BLACK without DRL, All blackout look for the all blacked out bikes

For further information on this great new product, click here.

CYRON, Inc.
818-772-1900 (Phone)
818-772-1317 (Fax)
sales@cyron.com

QUICK, OPEN THE BIKERNET BAD JOKE LIBRARY--MY SON WAS FLUNKING OUT OF COLLEGE SO I TOLD MY SON,

“YOU WILL MARRY THE GIRL I CHOOSE.”

HE SAID, “NO.”

I TOLD HIM, “SHE IS BILL GATES’ DAUGHTER.”

HE SAID, “YES.”

I CALLED BILL GATES AND SAID, “I WANT YOUR DAUGHTER TO MARRY MY SON.”

BILL GATES SAID, “NO.”

I TOLD BILL GATES, “MY SON IS THE CEO OF THE WORLD BANK.”

BILL GATES SAID, “OK.”

I CALLED THE PRESIDENT OF WORLD BANK AND ASKED HIM TO MAKE MY SON

THE CEO.

HE SAID, “NO.”

I TOLD HIM, “MY SON IS BILL GATES’ SON-IN-LAW.”

HE SAID, “OK.”

AND THAT’S EXACTLY HOW POLITICS WORKS HERE IN AMERICA.

–El Waggs
Certified Librarian
Bandit’s Cantina Bad Joke Library

EIGHT Tiny Custom Strider Bikes to be auctioned with proceeds supporting the All Kids Bike Kindergarten PE Program–Starting today, March 17th at 12pm MST, the first Tiny Strider Custom Bike will hit the auction block. Over the next 8 weeks, each Strider Custom Bike will have one week to be auctioned off.

The Strider Custom Bike Program was developed in partnership with the Flying Piston Benefit, an annual event that invites builders to customize a genuine Strider Bike. This year, all Custom Strider Bike auction proceeds will benefit All Kids Bike, a national movement on a mission to teach kindergartners how to ride a bike and introduce them to their first taste of freedom, adventure, and confidence on two wheels.

Bidding begins at 12pm MST every Tuesday and will end at 12pm MST on Thursday. The highest bidder wins, and all proceeds will directly support learn-to-ride bike programs in schools across the nation.

PLACE YOUR BID HERE

James Washnok – Baggster
March 17th – March 19th

Devin Henriques – Cognito Moto
March 24th – March 26th

Count’s Kustoms
March 31st – April 2nd

Eric Herrmann – Eric Herrmann Studios
April 7th – April 9th

Xavier Muriel – Providence Cycle Worx
April 14th – April 16th

Roy & Nikki Martin – Roy’s Toys
April 28th – April 30th
Steve Reed – Steve’s Garage
April 21st – April 23rd

Motorcycle Missions Alumni Team
May 5th – May 7th

THE OLD SHERIFF STILL ON THE WORLD WIDE ROAD–Before Spain closed.

Came home Monday evening.
Two weeks in the Atlantic.
I really hope things change before Sturgis.
I Think Born Free won’t happen

See u somewhere Sir!

–The Sheriff
The Source SHERIFF MEDIA GRIUP SWEDEN

SADDLEMEN SEAT OF THE WEEK–From the early days of the Wheelie King to present day, Saddlemen® has been there to support talented riders with purpose built equipment to help them push the limits of both man and machine.

The latest creation born out of this relationship is the Saddlemen® Step-Up seat. A beautiful blend of the rider and passenger comfort you have come to expect from Saddlemen® combined with ergonomics required to keep the rider locked in place providing the highest level of bike control available in an aftermarket Harley-Davidson seat.

Don’t take our word for it, just ask the guys over at Unknown Industries. These talented riders have been pushing the limits of their purpose-built HD motorcycles for years. If you are not already familiar with these guys they can be found performing in Monster Energy’s latest V-twin productions or locally at rallies like Sturgis. No matter where you see them, you will notice that they only ride Saddlemen® seats.

1996-2003 FXD Dyna Brown Step-Up™ Front LS Seat

Brand Fitment: Harley-Davidson
Model Fitment: FXD Dyna (excludes FXDWG)
Year Fitment: 1996-2003
Color: Brown with Black Stitching

KEEP THE BIKERNET BAD JOKE LIBRARY OPEN-– These great questions and answers are from the days when “Hollywood Squares” game show responses were spontaneous, not scripted, as they are now…

SOME QUICK QUESTIONS–
Q. According to Cosmopolitan, if you meet a stranger at a party and you think that he is attractive, is it okay to come out and ask him if he’s married?

A. Rose Marie: No, wait until morning.

Q. Which of your five senses tends to diminish as you get older?

A. Charley Weaver: My sense of decency.

Q. What are ‘Do It,’ ‘I Can Help,’ and ‘I Can’t Get Enough’?

A. George Gobel: I don’t know, but it’s coming from the next apartment.

Q. As you grow older, do you tend to gesture more or less with your hands while talking?

A. Rose Marie: You ask me one more growing old question, Peter, and I’ll give you a gesture you’ll never forget.

Q. Charley, you’ve just decided to grow strawberries. Are you going to get any during the first year?

A. Charley Weaver: Of course not, I’m too busy growing strawberries.

Q. In bowling, what’s a perfect score?

A. Rose Marie: Ralph, the pin boy.

Q. During a tornado, are you safer in the bedroom or in the closet?

A. Rose Marie: Unfortunately, Peter, I’m always safe in the bedroom.

Q. Can boys join the Camp Fire Girls?

A. Marty Allen: Only after lights out.

Q. When you pat a dog on its head, he will wag his tail. What will a goose do?

A. Paul Lynde: Make him bark?

Q. If you were pregnant for two years, what would you give birth to?

A. Paul Lynde: Whatever it is, it would never be afraid of the dark.

Q. According to Ann Landers, is there anything wrong with getting into the habit of kissing a lot of people?

A. Charley Weaver: It got me out of the army.

Q. Back in the old days, when Great Grandpa put horseradish on his head, what was he trying to do?

A. George Gobel: Get it in his mouth.

Q. Jackie Gleason recently revealed that he firmly believes in them and has actually seen them on at least two occasions. What are they?

A. Charley Weaver: His feet.

Q. According to Ann Landers, what are two things you should never do in bed?

A. Paul Lynde: Point and laugh.

–Harvey Tow

MORE DOOM AND GLOOM FROM THE FACTORY— This is very concerning, many think bankruptcy is imminent. Gross mismanagement, but we need motorcycle manufacturers to succeed.

These “activist investors” all have the same PR agency. They pretend that their best interests are with the long-term health of the company (and as such, their consumers), but what they really want are short-term gains.

They often hold a significant stake, and without solidified shareholder support, usually destroy companies for their own profit. Evidence, what Elliott Management did to EMC before they were “rescued” by Dell – a once powerhouse in the industry is barely surviving. Same group headed by Paul Singer recently took a large (and noisy) stake in AT&T.

From: Doc D’Errico

Hard to argue that giving an unproven CEO from off the Board $8.5 mm dollars while dozens of dealerships are closing their doors.

Buzz Ude’s dealerships he sold a year ago both closed their doors last month, didn’t even try to find a buyer.

I would agree it is time for a massive shake-up regardless of PR firm driven or not, H-D’s connection to the market, their dealers, and their new products are abysmal.

The should hire the Indian Mgmt. team.

From krwillard
MRF Board of Directors

REMEMBER: EVERYTHING WILL BE ALRIGHT IN THE END, IF IT’S NOT ALL RIGHT, IT’S NOT THE END—Okay, so Cruz tools sent me their new Indian tool kit and I will road test it. Indians and all Polaris vehicles chose to use metric fasteners, which means most of my shop tools don’t do the job. That’s one reason to check out their tool kit.

The other is that I want to know what they think I need tools for. I haven’t done much on my 2014 Classic and it’s been golden, but I need to know what to expect. I’ll keep you posted.

The Salt Torpedo body work is out to paint and I’ve been testing and tightening the torpedo, making sure the body fits like a glove and alignment is perfect. I may also adjust the trail slightly. There’s always more to do and inspecting for scrutineering is never ending.

Here’s the plan. In the next couple of months, when a handful of items are finished on the Deadwood headquarters, I’ll blast back with two Panheads and some furniture. I hope to dial in the pad for the rally, but then I need to peel back to the coast to make sure the Torpedo is ready for Bonneville.

Then it’s back to Deadwood for the Rally. Holy shit. I’ll need to roll out of Deadwood just as the rally ends and back to the coast to load up and peel to Wendover, UTAH. Between Sturgis and Bonneville, I have a week and a half.

Fortunately, I have a couple of team members who are helping with the arrangements, but you’ll see reports on Bikernet.

In the meantime, ride fast and free, forever!

–Bandit