Euro Cycles of Orlando will be unveiling the WORLD’S FIRST Italian street legal, electric motorcycle, The Energica! Don’t miss your chance to see The Energica Ego and Eva! These bikes are designed and built by the same people who have engineered racing performance for Formula 1! Come out for a great time and check out the release of these gorgeous high-tech bikes at Ace Cafe’s Bike Night, starting at 6pm, this Thursday, 11/8! Be there!

—Here are the Kindle links to Harbor Town Seduction and World Run, Chance Hogan Books.

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—We now have some amazing Hal Robinson prints and t-shirts. If you are into motorcycle line-art Hal was the best.

–Bandit

 

Hey,

I’ve busted my ass over the last couple of weeks scrambling from one project, like the Salt Torpedo, to the ’72 F250 Truck, to the Bikernet Headquarters projects. I’ve been working 12-hour days easy and been successful for the most part.

Yesterday, I took a break, got a massage, and performed the last registration project on the ’72 F250 for the DMV. I had it weighed for 11 bucks at a local truck stop.

The Redhead got home from the Marina encampment for the destitute and drunks, early. We had a terrific dinner, watched the latest Romanoff and crashed. I woke up in the middle of the night with a toothache.

It was a fight all night, but somehow I beat it and woke up at 6:00 clear, but in a daze. We’re so damn fragile. Let’s hit the news. I’ll need a nap today. Read more.

The World’s Fastest Indian just changed hands again for slightly over a million bucks. Steve Huntzinger freshened up the historic scout as it moved from one collection to another. “It’s been touched by lots of folks,” Steve said of the originality. Read more.

The World’s Fastest Indian just changed hands again for slightly over a million bucks. Steve Huntzinger freshened up the historic scout as it moved from one collection to another. “It’s been touched by lots of folks,” Steve said of the originality.

What the hell, this bike contains tons of history and stories from the builder, Burt Munro, Bonneville, New Zealand and even a South Island hardware store. Burt Munro didn’t ever have a million bucks to toss around. He did it the old school way, but now his grandnephew and the new Indian Motorcycle crew from Polaris are back on the Salt.

In 1962, Burt set an 883 cc class record of 288 km/h (178.95 mph) with his engine bored out to 850 cc.

In 1966, he set a 1000 cc class record of 270.476 km/h (168.07 mph) with his engine punched out to 920 cc.

At one time he hung out a Micah McCloskey’s house in the San Fernando Valley on his way to Bonneville. Just after arriving he sprawled out on Micah’s front lawn, almost naked to acclimate to the northern hemisphere. The neighbors called the cops.

“I don’t get it,” Burt said to the cops, while just wearing his boxer shorts. “This is supposed to be the land of the brave and free. I’m just adjusting from the down-under atmosphere.”

In 1967, his engine was bored out to 950 cc and he set an under 1000 cc class record of 295.453 km/h (183.59 mph). To qualify he made a one-way run of 305.89 km/h (190.07 mph), the fastest-ever officially recorded speed on an Indian. The unofficial speed record (officially timed) is 331 km/h (205.67 mph) for a flying mile.

In 2006, he was inducted into the AMA Motorcycle Hall of Fame.

In 2014, 36 years after his death, he was retroactively awarded a 1967 record of 296.2593 km/h (184.087 mph) after his son John noticed a calculation error by AMA at that time.

Here’s a report from Graeme Lowen, who is an avid touring rider on the South Island, not far from Burt’s home:

Burt Munro was a local legend in Invercargill for the work he put into developing his 1929 Indian Scout to become the “World’s Fastest Indian” in the 1960s. He travelled to the Bonneville Salt Flats, Utah, several times to obtain his record and in doing so became legendary among the riders at the time. Burt died in 1978 and sort of faded into history until a fellow Kiwi, Roger Donaldson, did a documentary about Burt while he was still alive. It was some 30 years later that the movie ‘The World’s Fastest Indian” hit the screens.

The annual Challenge Rally, comes from doing the Bluff hill climb, Twilight Drag Racing, Beach Racing (on Oreti Beach) Teretonga Track circuit racing, Oreti Park Speedway, Invercargill Street Races. Often riders will enter the hill climb, beach racing, circuit track racing and the street racing.

The rally had been held in November for the last 11 years but the weather in Southland is known to be very changeable and each year the rain and wind usually made some part of the four days miserable and forced a cancellation of some part of it. Thus, it was shifted to February when the weather is generally more settled. However rain on Sunday in 2018 and oil on the street circuit forced the cancellation of the street races.

Southland is at the bottom of the South Island of New Zealand and gets the worst weather from the Antarctica. Being a small landmass in a very large ocean the weather is very unpredictable but is of temperate climate. Only hardy people live in Southland in the rain.

The annual Burt Munro Challenge is scheduled for 7-10 in February of 2019 and will contain the Classic Motorcycle Mecca NZ Hill Climb Champs, HirePool Twilight Drag Racing, Indian Motorcycle NZBeach Racing Champs, E. Hayes & Sons Teretonga Circuit Races, Oreti Park Speedway Spectacular, Honda Invercargill Street Races. I made it last year with the Redhead and my Granddaughter. We had a blast as a major rally goer, Gold Wind rider and sidecar fanatic, Graeme Lowen and his family hosted us.

More from Graeme

I have had to think about your request regarding Hayes Hardware store and their collection.

168 Dee Street, 

Invercargill, New Zealand

They have the original 1920 Indian Scout that set the records on display
there. They also have a display case of broken pistons and conrods, amongst
many other parts that Burt called Offerings to the God of Speed. This was
the original shelving that was in Burt’s shed.

Here is a photo selection of a the
genuine bike that is kept in a glass case. The bike was never originally
painted red while Burt had it. It was Norman Hayes, who painted red. I guess the body
thing is in America as Burt only ever took the motor back and forth between New Zealand and America.

Not sure of the story as to how the whole bike came back to New Zealand but not the stream liner body. I guess he must have just left it with one of his American friends as a momento. There is bound to be an interesting story behind it somewhere.

The Hayes hardware, established in 1932, has a massive collection
of local classic and vintage motorcycles with a quite a few oddball motorcycles rarely seen elsewhere. There are examples of locally built midget racecars and bikes, as well a number of classic cars on display.

Then there is the one off 1965 LVVTA Corvair Custom bike, built in the USA, around a six cylinder Chev Corvair engine. I recall it having come in with an American Airforce man who was stationed in New Zealand as part of the ‘Operation Deep Freeze’ that flew from Christchurch to the Antarctic in the 1970s.

Somehow they also have Burt’s original motorcycle trailer that he built in
America to haul his bike from LA to West Wendover. The purchase and
exporting of this particular bit of Burt’s history did cause a bit of consternation amongst some Americans when they realized that the Kiwis had taken it back to New Zealand.

The Hayes boys were quite mechanically minded and Norman Hayes hand built
an engine out of parts that make you wonder just how the whole thing ran,
but run it can. The staff know to only run it for a minute at a time or else
the automatic fire alarm alerts the Fire Brigade and a fire engine duly
arrives and costs the firm quite a few dollars for a false call out.

There is the 100-meter ‘Tool Wall’ that is just that. It is the longest in New Zealand and has vast array of tools. When Burt was short of cash he would often visit Mr. Hayes and sell motorcycle parts, old tools, whatever he could muster.

There are displays of ‘vintage tools’ as well with some interesting tools
and lathes on display. These are scattered throughout the 5540 sq. meter
store, so you get to wander around the whole store to see everything.

If you are looking for bolts or washers, Hayes has an extensive collection. The
shop is not renown for being the cheapest in town, but if you cannot find
what you are looking for anywhere else, there is a good chance that you will
find it at Hayes. The service that they give is also very good.

I can recall being at the Brass Monkey motorcycle rally in the 1980s and
over-hearing a couple of riders from the North Island talking about going to
Invercargill to see Hayes store.

Most riders from the North Island allow a good two days one-way to get to the rally. Then Invercargill being right
at the bottom of the South Island and viewed as being wet and cold all the
time was not seen as desirable place to visit.

So, you see that it was of interest to me to think that these guys would
ride that far south to visit this hardware store. Such was its reputation even all those years ago.

And Now for the recent Munro Indian Land Speed Record Attempt.

Legendary Land-Speed Record Holder’s Great Nephew Returns to Bonneville Salt Flats Aboard Indian Scout “Spirit of Munro”

America’s first motorcycle company, Indian Motorcycle, announced today that Lee Munro, the great nephew of the legendary land-speed racer Burt Munro, would attempt to break 200 mph at Bonneville Salt Flats this August. Equipped with the Indian Motorcycle engineering team and the newly modified Indian Scout dubbed “Spirit of Munro”, Lee Munro is back and prepared to eclipse his previous official speed of 191.286 mph at the upcoming 70th annual Bonneville Speed Week.

In preparation for this year, Indian Motorcycle’s engineering team has worked on refining the Indian Scout Streamliner, which will run in the MPS-G (Modified Partial Streamliner) 1350 cc class. Lee Munro’s record-breaking run of 186.681 mph at El Mirage and official run of 191.286 mph at last year’s Speed Week has motivated the team to update the bike with modifications to the intake and minor body adjustments, to help Munro break into the exclusive 200-mph club.

“Indian Motorcycle was honored to partner with the Munro family last year and pay tribute to Burt’s incredible accomplishments and land-speed record set in 1967. We’re eager to be back on the salt flats with Lee and the ‘Sprit of Munro’,” said Gary Gray, Vice President – Racing, Technology & Service for Indian Motorcycle. “Our engineering team led by Wayne Kolden and Dan Gervais have put long hours into developing a bike capable of hitting the 200-mph mark and we’re excited to watch Lee pursue this goal. I would also like to thank our sponsors Cargill Station Ltd, Garry Robertson of Ocean Ridge Kaikoura New Zealand and Jerry Stinchfield of Roof Systems of Dallas, TX for helping us get to the salt.”

Lee Munro attributes his love for speed to the bloodline he shares with his great uncle, Burt Munro, who famously set a land-speed record in 1967 aboard a 1920 Indian Scout. In 2005, Burt Munro’s legacy was immortalized with the making of the popular film, “The World’s Fastest Indian,” starring Sir Anthony Hopkins and in 2017, Lee Munro celebrated the 50th anniversary of his great uncle’s record with a commemorative run at Bonneville Speed Week.

“My great uncle Burt is a significant inspiration for my own motorcycle racing career, and his appetite for speed is clearly a part of my DNA,” said Lee Munro. “Partnered with the exceptional team at Indian Motorcycle, I know we can make our dreams of hitting 200 mph a reality.”

Speed Week was held August 11-17 in Bonneville, Utah. This six-day event is created for determined riders who not only have a quest to be record holders, but also to ride at one of the most legendary locations for speed runs.

The Indian Scout “Spirit of Munro” race bike and Lee Munro’s 2018 land-speed attempts are proudly supported by Ocean Ridge and Roof Systems of Dallas, TX.

The weekend of the 16 of August, Indian Motorcycle kicked off the 69th annual Bonneville Speed Week by paying tribute to its iconic heritage and the 50th anniversary of Burt Munro’s historic land speed record in grand fashion.

The tribute was highlighted by commemorative land speed runs by Munro’s great nephew Lee Munro on a modified 2017 Indian Scout appropriately named “Spirit of Munro.” America’s first motorcycle company capped off the weekend with something that had never been done before – a moonlit screening of “The World’s Fastest Indian” under the desert sky for Speed Week campers.

“The World’s Fastest Indian,” staring Sir Anthony Hopkins, immortalized Burt Munro and the historic under-1000 cc world record run of his 1920 Scout Streamliner in August of 1967. Prior to its special commemorative screening on the Bonneville campground, the film’s director Roger Donaldson and Burt’s son and grandnephew, John and Lee Munro, shared anecdotes about the making of the film, Burt Munro and the impact his achievements have had on Indian Motorcycle and motorcycling in general. The talks and screening drew throngs of Speed Week attendees who were captivated by the feature film, cheering and clapping throughout as they watched under an immaculate starry night sky.

Indian Motorcycle teamed up with Kiwi road racer Lee Munro, Burt Munro’s great nephew, to celebrate the 50th anniversary and recreate the historic run during the 69th annual Speed Week. A team of engineers worked nights and weekends to create and refine Lee’s “Spirit of Munro” Motorcycle, a modified and partially streamlined 2017 Scout.

The team’s goal was to match Burt’s land speed record of 184 MPH to fully pay tribute to his run. To qualify for Bonneville, Lee achieved his speed licenses through runs at El Mirage Dry Lakebed in California, while even securing a land speed record of 186.681 MPH in the MPS-G (Modified Partial Streamliner) 1350cc class during his rookie run and surpassing the team’s original goal.

Entering Bonneville, the team’s new goal was to eclipse the 200 MPH mark. However, Lee’s runs proved to be a battle against the elements. Lee attempted his first two runs on the five-mile short course, resulting in his top performance of the weekend at 191.28 MPH and an unofficial run due to timer technical error.

The following day, Lee and team made gearing changes and took the modified 2017 Indian Scout out on Bonneville’s nine-mile long course. Unfortunately, high winds and rough overall conditions hindered the motorcycle, resulting in 186.415 MPH in his lone run of the day. On Monday, the team took another attempt on a newly routed long course, yet rough surface conditions forced Munro to exit his run before completing the timed section.

“It was my greatest honor to represent Indian Motorcycle in such an incredible tribute to my great uncle on this historic 50th Anniversary,” said Lee Munro. “We may not have had the results we were after, but piloting a modified Indian Scout on the same salt as my great Uncle Burt will forever be one of my most-cherished experiences. I’m looking forward to future runs and more success with my teammates and friends at Indian Motorcycle.”

–Lee Munro’s crew chief and Indian Motorcycle engineer Wayne Kolden

Hey,

I’ve busted my ass over the last couple of weeks scrambling from one project, like the Salt Torpedo, to the ’72 F250 Truck, to the Bikernet Headquarters projects. I’ve been working 12-hour days easy and been successful for the most part.

Yesterday, I took a break, got a massage, and performed the last registration project on the ’72 F250 for the DMV. I had it weighed for 11 bucks at a local truck stop.

The Redhead got home from the Marina encampment for the destitute and drunks, early. We had a terrific dinner, watched the latest Romanoff and crashed. I woke up in the middle of the night with a toothache.

It was a fight all night, but somehow I beat it and woke up at 6:00 clear, but in a daze. We’re so damn fragile. Let’s hit the news. I’ll need a nap today.

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 the Smoke Out and Quick Throttle Magazine came on board.

NEWS FROM THE BIKERNET WEATHER BUREAU–Another Climate-change Prediction Bites the Dust: Islands Aren’t Shrinking

For decades, global-warming alarmists have been predicting that low-lying islands in the Pacific and Indian Oceans would soon vanish because of rising sea levels. But according to a new study, the overwhelming majority of these islands have not shrunk, and some have even grown.

“Over the past decades, atoll islands exhibited no widespread sign of physical destabilization in the face of sea-level rise,” reads the abstract of the study, published in the journal WIREs Climate Change. “A reanalysis of available data, which cover 30 Pacific and Indian Ocean atolls including 709 islands, reveals that no atoll lost land area and that 88.6% of islands were either stable or increased in area, while only 11.4% contracted.”

“Importantly,” wrote study author Virginie K. E. Duvat, a professor of coastal geography at France’s University of La Rochelle, “islands located in ocean regions affected by rapid sea-level rise showed neither contraction nor marked shoreline retreat, which indicates that they may not be affected yet by the presumably negative, that is, erosive, impact of sea-level rise.”

In fact, Duvat found that local human activity, far more than alleged climate change, was responsible for island shrinkage. “Land reclamation and causeway construction caused major changes in island land area and configuration not only in urban, but also in rural atolls,” she explained, adding that the “removal and the clearing of the native vegetation, respectively caused marked changes in island configuration and shoreline destabilization on some islands.”

Such news must come as a shock to climate-change alarmists, who have insisted that supposed global warming is causing the polar icecaps to melt and, consequently, sea levels to rise, with seemingly predictable results for islands just above the current sea level. Indeed, the United Nations once warned that by 2010 there would be some 50 million “environmental refugees” worldwide, in part because of disappearing islands.

At the time of that dire forecast, New Zealand offered to take in the 11,600 inhabitants of the nearby Tuvalu islands should they find themselves underwater. The Kiwis, however, needn’t fear a migrant flotilla anytime soon: A University of Auckland study released in February found that “eight of the atolls and almost three-quarters of the islands grew during the study period, lifting Tuvalu’s total land area by 2.9 percent, even though sea levels in the country rose at twice the global average,” reported Agence France-Presse.

Another poster child for vanishing islands is the country of Kiribati, which consists of 32 atolls and reef islands and one raised coral island. “Scientists have said that the island nation, along with other low-lying Pacific nations, could be uninhabitable within decades,” CBS News reported last year.

Under the leadership of then-President Anote Tong, Kiribati — surely thinking only of saving the planet and not of the largess it might receive from wealthier countries — signed on to the 2015 Paris Climate Accord. Tong later characterized U.S. President Donald Trump’s decision to withdraw from the agreement as “selfish.”

But Kiribati residents need not stock up on scuba gear just yet. According to Duvat, the country’s North Tarawa island chain remains stable, with most islands growing, and its South Tarawa chain even increased in size. In fact, it grew more than any other atoll Duvat studied.

Likewise, while the Maldives’ government forecast that its islands would be completely covered by water by 2018, the nation remains dry and, in fact, has a thriving tourist industry. Its islands, too, are stable, Duvat found.
Such evidence forced the UN to admit recently that “models and other evidence indicate that unconstrained Pacific atolls have kept pace with [sea-level rise] with little reduction in size or experienced a net gain in land.”

Of course, as Breitbart’s James Delingpole observed, all of this is to be expected. “First, sea levels have been rising at the same steady rate for centuries and show no sign of acceleration,” he wrote. “Secondly, as Darwin understood as long ago as the 1830s, when the sea rises coral grows with it.”

Also to be expected is that such findings as Duvat’s will make little headway against the prevailing winds of climate-change hysteria, which seems to be immune to evidence and logic. But those of us in the “reality-based community” can dream, can’t we?

Written by Michael Tennant

BIKERNET UNIVERSITY ENGLISH DEPARTMENT FITTING WORD OF THE DAY–
hocus-pocus

[hoh-kuhs-poh-kuhs]
noun
1.
unnecessarily mysterious or elaborate activity or talk to cover up a deception, magnify a simple purpose, etc.
2.
a meaningless chant or expression used in conjuring or incantation.

ORIGIN
Hocus-pocus is a pseudo-Latin rhyming formula used by jugglers and magicians. It was first recorded in 1615–25.

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5-Ball Racing Salt Torpedo Chapter 11: Aiming at 2019

https://www.bikernet.com/pages/5Ball_Racing_Salt_Torpedo_Chapter_11_Aiming_at_2019.aspx

Wouldn’t it have been easier to extend the belly tank skins than shortening the frame? That way you could have fitted for the tall infamous KRB.

— Gearhead
msgearheadtg@yahoo.com
Torrance, CA

Good question. In a sense being on the salt is all about cool. Remember the coolest kid in school was small. It’s all about being sleek and small. Let’s see what this week brings. Nothing is etched in stone yet. Still looking for a dragster frame.–Bandit

NEW FROM S&S – Sidewinder 2 into 1 for 1995-2016 H-D Touring Models

We have created the next level in high performance bagger exhaust! Merging a full flow stainless header into a highly engineered collector and culminating in a 4.5-inch muffler.

The new Sidewinder represents the perfect combination of style and power. Includes our removable dB reducer baffle allowing riders to tune the system for sound and backpressure. Sidewinder is available for 1995-2016 H-D touring models and is 50-state legal for most years.

We’re on the gas with new stuff for the M8, but haven’t forgotten the Twin Cam guys! The Sidewinder High Flow 2:1 system is now available for ‘16 and earlier touring models! Weird twist? 50 state legal!!! ~ DZ

Click Here For More Information https://www.sscycle.com/sidewinder-for-touring/

–David Zemla

BIKERNET RETIREMENT PLAN FOR 2019—I’ve been slowing down then speeding up for the last 20 years. I turned 70 this year and decided to make some changes to the Bikernet Empire and our business model, so hang on and let us know your thoughts. Nothing is etched it stone currently.

The goal is to slow down some, but still be able to do the fun stuff. We are going to shut Baggers and Trikes down and move Bikernet and all of our tech articles into the Cantina. For the most part we will stop selling ads on Bikernet or the other sites, except the blog.

We will keep the blog, the 5-Ball Racing Shop and Bandit’s Cantina. We will continue to publish the news, but just once a week, so it might be on Thursdays or Sunday.

If you want to run an ad, we will still take ads for $175 a month on our blog. Otherwise, if a company wants to be featured in the news, they need to pony up for a Cantina membership at least.

Let me know your thoughts. Rogue will continue to work with us, and we hope to launch the new landing page in the first week of January.

–Bandit 

EVIL SHIT IN THE NIGHT FROM A CONTRIBUTOR–Written by an old local Graybeard ….not sure if u care to publish… thought it was cool!–Dmac

Halloween is nigh, my final Halloween tale…Be safe.

All Hallows Ride

It was Halloween, All Hallows Eve.
partying with my friends,
a local watering hole,
Brothers and Sisters of the road.

Music filled the night,
motorcycles roared
drowning out the laughter,
conversations among friends.

Talk of motorcycles owned,
some long forgotten.
Roads and byways traveled.
Times of celebrations, shared sorrows,
friends found, friends lost.

Chrome shined in the night lights,
a pallet of candy colors dazzled the eye.
Beer was abundant,
bikers enjoyed the Halloween night
dressed in costumes,
black leather and lace.

This was my life,
the chosen path of adolescent and adult times.
I was a biker.

Throughout the years I’d ridden many brands,
built many bikes,
won more trophy’s than I can remember.
I’d ridden in sociable clubs,
at a time a much less sociable club.
My closest friends own and ride.

I knew the road and it knew me,
we were old buddies.
From the East coast,
to the Midwest,
my travels were wide and far.
Through raging rain, wind,
summers scorching heat,
mere inconveniences at worst.

I’ve even selected an overlook
in the Blue Ridge Parkway,
Mile-high Overlook.
The place to scatter my ashes,
at the end of my road.

I want to hear the roar,
feel the earth shake,
watch motorcycles in passing
as they navigate the twisting roads.
To share in their adventure,
the joy of new sights
spread before the handlebars of life.
On the Parkway,
below my eternal resting place.

The night got late, the crowd thinned.
I gathered my helmet, riding gloves,
threw a leg over.
My bike was black as the night,
just a bit of chrome.
Chrome don’t get you home.

The bike settled into a rich rumble,
together again, anxious to be on the road.
Traffic was lite,
I shot north making all the lights.
The air was cool in the driving wind,
inviting as my ride urged me to
Bay Bridge.

The bridge was a long high speed run,
a six lane ribbon in the moonless night.
Lights appeared in my rear views.
A pack of motorcycles,
assumed from the event.
Eased to the right lane
allowing them to pass in group.

I couldn’t make out their club colors
in their flight.
They engulfed me in their passing,
we sped across the deserted bridge.
Our shared headlamps lit the blackness ahead.

Surrounded by the mass of roaring bikes,
I was forced to the off ramp, exit north,
then onto an adjoining road
to an old roadside tavern.
Parked and dismounted,
the group gathered about,
laughing as they guided me into the bar.

Music filled the room,
laughter and dancing,
standing room only at the bar.
Each with a shared rocker,
“Soulless.”

Offered a table I was given a beer,
joined by several members,
this was an unsettling time.
I had no knowledge of this club,
these events not ordinary by any means.

The man sitting across the table,
took a swig of beer, smiled and said,
“Welcome Brother.”
I was taken aback, and asked,
“What’s this about friend?
Have we met before?
I don’t know you or your club.”

“Fear not Brother, we know you,
your welcome in our club house.
We are a very old club,
keep to ourselves, ride only at night.
Our members rank in the thousands,
selfless dedication, support,
of your Brothers and Sisters
gets you patched.

I was shocked,
they wanted me to join their club.
I had no interest in club membership.
What a way to recruit members,
no hang around period,
no probation period,
very strange.
“I appreciate your offer,
I have places to be, its late,
people are expecting me.”

The fellow said,
“Not to worry,
they know where you are.
You see when your tire blew,
on Bay Bridge we gathered you in.
Your soul has moved on,
but your spirit will ride forever.
Now you ride with us.

Finish your beer,
put on your vest.
We have a long ride tonight,
Mile-high Overlook calls.

–Robert Gene Stoner Jr ©

Tomb of the Unknowns Guards Begin Use of Custom M17 Pistols

Yesterday, Tomb Guards from the US Army’s 3d U.S. Infantry Regiment (The Old Guard) were presented with 4 ceremonial M17 pistols at Arlington National Cemetery. These works of art were created by SIG SAUER specifically for use by the Guards.

This ceremony marks the first use of the M17, which will accompany the Sentinels of the Tomb of the Unknown Soldiers as they stand guard 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year.

The unique distinguishing features for the M17 Tomb of the Unknown Pistols include:
• Pistol Names: each of the four pistols bears the name of Silence, Respect, Dignity, or Perseverance and is featured on the dust cover. Dignity and Perseverance represent “The Sentinel’s Creed,” and Silence and Respect represent the request to the public by Arlington National Cemetery when visiting the Tomb of the Unknown, and during the Changing of the Guard;

• Custom Wood Grips: in 1921 the chosen Unknown was transported to the United States of America aboard the USS Olympia. The custom wood grips are made with wood from the USS Olympia and include the crest of the 3rd Guard, Tomb of the Unknown Soldier identification badge inset;

• Cocking Serrations: XXI cocking serrations are engraved on the slide to signify the twenty-one steps it takes for the Tomb Sentinels to walk by the Tomb of the Unknowns and the military honor of a 21 Gun Salute;

• Sight Plate: an engraved impression of the Greek Figures featured on the east panel of the Tomb – Peace, Victory, and Valor – are featured on the sight plate;

• Sights: a glass insert made with marble dust from the Tomb of the Unknown fills the sights of the ceremonial pistols;

• Engraved Magazines: the 21-round magazines feature an aluminum base plate engraved with the names of the Greek figures featured on the Tomb of the Unknown – Peace, Victory, and Valor – and include a name plate on the bottom of the magazine engraved with the Tomb Sentinel badge number.

• Serial Numbers: the pistols are serialized with a unique set of serial numbers that incorporate items of significance to the Old Guard: “LS” represents line six of the Sentinels’ Creed, “My standard will remain perfection; “02JUL37” to signify the first 24-hour guard posted at the Tomb of the Unknown on July 3, 1937; “21” to signify the 21 steps it takes the Tomb Sentinels to walk by the Tomb of the Unknown, and the military honor of a 21 Gun Salute. The full series of M17 Tomb of the Unknown Soldier Pistols serial numbers are LS02JUL37A21 (Silence), LS02JUL37B21 (Respect), LS02JUL37C21 (Dignity), LS02JUL37D21 (Perseverance).

— Butch Reyburn
Principles before personalities

WRAPPING UP FRANKIE’S FXR—Spitfire is having trouble fixing Frankie’s Girder, so we are shifting to a glide.

My grandfather and I have been working on my stretched FXR. I’ve been in touch with Tim over at Custom Cycle Engineering. We are running his 2-over 39mm tubes and trees. Tim recommended Legend’s cartridge suspension and lower legs. We are putting a tech feature together on the front end build.

Hang on for the next report. We are hosting an Industry/Ultimate Builder/Hamster party for the Long Beach IMS Show. Our party is sponsored by J&P Cycles, Bikernet.com™, and Bandit’s Cantina™.

I told Frankie I want his FXR done or out of the shop. He’s on a mission.

–Bandit

CHOWHALL OF THE WEEK– Bikes, Burnouts and BBQ at Pub 72’s Charity Ride!!

https://youtu.be/AJ2Tqu9oNxM

We had a blast, ate amazing BBQ and donated to The Chicago Children’s Hospital!

Make sure you get to Pub 72, have some of their awesome BBQ, or one of their excellent burgers and drink some beer!! They are located on 72 in Gilberts, IL.

–BIKERDUDE

QUOTES OF THE DAY–
“People don’t change when you show them a better option. People change when there is no other option.”

– anonymous

“No bastard ever won a war by dying for his country. He won it by making the other poor dumb bastard die for his country.”

– General George Patton Jr, fought in World War 1 and World War 2.

George Patton achieved four-star rank for his battlefield exploits as one of the best commanders of mechanized forces on either side during the War. He succeeded Dwight D. Eisenhower as the Military Governor of the U.S. Occupation Zone in Germany, when Ike — a five-star general — was promoted to Army Chief of Staff.

“When you don’t know where you are going, any road will take you there”

– Cheshire Cat to Alice in Wonderland.

“How deep is the rabbit hole? ”

– anonymous

–from the Wayfarer
Magnificent Bikernet India News Desk
Chief Correspondent

LIFESTYLE CYCLES DEAL OF THE WEEK–2011 Harley-Davidson® XL1200X FORTY-EIGHT

California’s pre-owned Harley Mega-Store with over 200 Pre-Owned Harley-Davidsons in stock!!! We carry Street Glides, Road Glides, Road Kings, Ultras, Sportsters, Softails, Dynas, and much more!!! Choose from over 200 bikes in our inventory. To view our current inventory, please visit www.LifestyleCycles.com or call us at (714)-490-0155. EZ FINANCING and EXTENDED WARRANTIES available!!! **Open 7 days a week**

ABOUT THIS BIKE…..

2011 Harley-Davidson XL1200X Forty-Eight 48

The Forty-Eight™ is an urban brawler that drips attitude from every element; from the fat, balloon tires to the all-steel peanut tank to the solo seat. With fat front tire and steel peanut tank, this low-slung urban brawler is ready to rip through any scene. Custom touches define this bulldog of a bike. A slammed speedometer, under bar mounted mirrors and 26-inch seat height offer a low profile, while the peanut tank and big 16-inch wheels combine for a menacing look that could only come from Harley-Davidson.

ADDITIONAL EQUIPMENT INCLUDED:

Black Denim paint is in excellent condition. H-D tank graphics. Future Machine crown shaped billet contrast cut gas cap. Black powder coated forks with chrome dust seal caps. Black powder coated wheels with 40 chrome spokes. Black powder coated triple trees. Black headlight bucket with chrome bezel.

Black bullet style turn signals with amber lenses up front and red lenses out back. Black tear drop mirrors. Roland Sands Design adjustable reach contrast cut hand levers. H-D Nostalgic hand grips. Black wrinkle finish engine with polished rocker covers, chrome push-rod tubes and tappet blocks. Black wrinkle finish cam cover and belt cover.

Flat black 2-into-1 MF exhaust system. Forward controls with Black powder coated toe shifter and brake pedal. Grey and black H-D leather springer solo seat. Black and chrome shocks. Oil temperature dip stick. Black Buckshot belt guard. Black wrinkle finish primary with polished derby. Swing away license plate holder.

This super cool 48 has only 3,150 miles!!!

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!!!

Fill out an online application and ride today!!!

**Open 7 days a week**

Only $8,995 at Lifestyle Cycles (714) 490-0155

SON FRANK TESTING AUSTIN TEXAS—Frank on the left, with his new boss at the Electric Tattoo Parlor in Austin. He’s testing the Texas waters and may make it his home. Housing is more affordable and his wife grew up in Texas. We will keep you posted or call him for an appointment.

So, my son will move to Texas to build equity in his life, but the homeless in LA want the taxpayers to build them homes. Yeah, right.

–Bandit

COMMENT TO BIKERNET BAGGERS LIFTER BLOCK DRAINHOLES TECH FROM THE ER BOSS—
Just finished reading an article about the above “subject”. I asked this same question through your regular Q&A but, I thought I should probably ask “THE BOSS”!

*******WHY ARE WE DRILLING THIS HOLE?********

http://baggers.bikernet.com/pages/ACCURATE_Tech_Tip_Lifter_Blocks.aspx

–Joe Teresi

The article does say it is the drain holes and the reason is to get oil back to the crankcase quickly and help stopping older Pushrod Covers from leaking.

–ROGUE
Supreme Commanding Editor
Bikernet Baggers™

This makes a lot of sense since what were 74-inch motors are now 80, 93 and 96-inch Panheads running faster and harder.–Bandit

https://www.youtube.com/embed/dsq_jZiB1_U
YOUTUBE OF THE WEEK—AMAZING.

–from Harvey Tow

Malaysian Grand Prix Watch Party
Sunday, November 4 at Doffo Winery–
Come and cheer for your favorite racers at Southern California’s best MotoGP watch party! The penultimate round of the series takes the action to Sepang Circuit near Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. While the championship title is wrapped up, we saw some incredible racing last round at Australia, which just goes to show that there is plenty of worthwhile racing left this season!

• Free admission – please reserve your free passes •

10:00am | Doors open, coffee & pastries available for purchase

11:00am | MotoGP main event will be aired

12:00pm | Lunch available for purchase

AT “FIREFIGHTERS FOR HEALING” CHARITY AUCTION–

Proceeds raised from Jack Daniel’s Limited Edition Fire Brigade Scout Bobber will provide care for burn survivors and firefighters in Minnesota

A summer-long charity auction for a Jack Daniel’s® Limited Edition Indian® Scout® Bobber came to a close this month when the $16,999 bike was sold for $28,000. Indian Motorcycle donated the bike to “Firefighters For Healing,” a non-profit foundation whose mission is to support children impacted by burn trauma and their families. Proceeds raised from the organization’s annual Red Tie Gala will provide care for burn survivors and firefighters in Minnesota

The Jack Daniel’s Limited Edition Indian Scout Bobber was introduced in March 2018. Pre-orders for the 177, individually-numbered Scout Bobbers quickly filled up in less than 10 minutes. The limited-edition motorcycle takes inspiration from the Jack Daniel’s Fire Brigade and their impressive gold and black firetrucks. The collaboration between Jack Daniel’s, Indian Motorcycle and Klock Werks Kustom Cycles was designed as a tribute piece to firefighters and first responders everywhere.

“Firefighters For Healing is a great organization and we’re proud to help support their cause in aiding firefighters and burn survivors,” said Reid Wilson, Senior Director for Indian Motorcycle. “The Jack Daniel’s Scout Bobber is a tribute piece for first responders everywhere, so to take that bike and help raise funds to aid and support our local Minnesota firefighters is a real honor.”

The donated bike was displayed at numerous events hosted by Firefighters For Healing and quickly gained attention within the firefighter community. At one of the stops, the Jack Daniel’s Scout Bobber particularly caught the eye of a volunteer firefighter from Ramsey, Minnesota who fell in love with the bike and ultimately placed the highest bid. Jake LaFerriere, Firefighters for Healing Founder, personally delivered the bike to the home of the new owner, where he and half of his brothers from the firehouse gathered excitedly the grand arrival of the bike.

“We’re extremely grateful for the donation by Indian Motorcycle and couldn’t be happier with the funds raised from the auction,” said Firefighters for Healing Vice Chair Chris Dunker. “The bike got a lot of attention while on tour with us throughout the summer, but I think the $28,000 exceeded all of our expectations. Every dollar helps us lighten the financial burden for families and create smiles during a very dark time of recovery and rehabilitation for the burn survivors.”

Firefighters For Healing was founded by Minneapolis Firefighter Jake LaFerriere after he suffered burn injuries in a backdraft explosion while battling a house fire. While recovering in the hospital, he was so compelled by the stories of the other burn survivors that he made it his mission to support children enduring burn trauma in ways insurance companies and caretakers are unable to. The organization has donated tens of thousands of dollars to local burn units and provided thousands of dollars to help burn survivors in their recovery efforts.

To learn more about Firefighters For Healing, visit www.FirefightersForHealing.org. For more information on Indian Motorcycle, visit IndianMotorcycle.com and follow along on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.

HAL ROBINSON RETURNED FROM THE DEAD ON HALLOWEEN—We now have some amazing Hal Robinson prints and t-shirts. If you are into motorcycle line-art Hal was the best.

–Bandit

BILLET TRI-BAR LIGHTING FROM PAUGHCO—You saw the bar, now come the lights.

Classic and contemporary styling merge in Paughco’s Chrome Billet Tri-Bar headlight assembly. Measuring 5 ¾” in diameter these awesome lights are a perfect match for just about any scooter or trike.

Part number 03-150H, shown here, retails for just $168.95 and features Frenched-In headlight ring trim and Classic Tri-Bar look. These lights are finished in high quality chrome and come with replaceable H4 bulb, chrome mounting bracket and wiring.

Available from Paughco dealers worldwide or by calling direct to 775-246-5738. Many other styles available at www.paughco.com

SALT TORPEDO UPDATE—This week I wrote to S&W Racecars:

I’m building a Bonneville streamlined trike (belly tank). I will send some images. My current frame mock-up was made with exhaust pipe tubing and needs to be replaced. I could start from scratch, or maybe I could buy one of your frame sections from the seating position forward. Do you think you could help me? Currently from the back of the seat forward to the axle is 62 inches. I hope to shorten that area by 6-8 inches. Thanks much for your time.

All the best,

–KRB

Keith,
Looks like a cool ride. After look at your pictures I don’t think we can help you. Good luck with the project.

–John Burke
S&W Racecars

Hey,

‘There is a guy here in NC named Wally Stroupe that builds race cars. He runs a pro stock car but builds all kinds of stuff. He won’t remember me but you could drop the name Jere Peterson (pronounced Jerry) and I said to contact him.

https://www.srcmotorsports.net/

May be helpful.

–Paul Aiken
Owner
Aeromach USA, LLC
800-990-9392 orders
www.aeromach.net
www.highwayhawk.us

Highway Hawk is a product of Motolux

JIMS MACHINING NEWS–After more than 50 amazing years in the industry, big Jim is stepping down as CEO of JIMS and is excited to get a taste of the retired life. Well, that’s what he says anyway!

We are proud to announce that Jay Thiessen, Jim’s son, is going to be filling Jim’s shoes as the new CEO! Jay has been part of the JIMS team for the last 30 years, almost to the day! “I couldn’t be more proud and confident in the way the shop will run with Jay at the helm” Jim comments.

Powersports Businesses Face Onerous Data Privacy Law–The California legislature enacted a sweeping consumer data privacy law that will require many businesses to comply with strict rules on the collection, use and disclosure of “personal information” on the state’s residents.

The California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) will take effect Jan. 1, 2020, and has the potential to become a template for a federal privacy law, or for other states to enact similar laws.

Compliance could be a heavy, costly burden for businesses, especially our aftermarket. The MIC, a member of the National Association of Wholesaler-Distributors, is working with NAW to monitor the act and its impact.

The CCPA is the most onerous data privacy law in the United States and is similar to the European Union’s General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) that went into effect in May, according to a legal advisory from the National Association of Wholesaler-Distributors.

NAW says the CCPA applies to businesses anywhere in the world that possess personal information on California residents and (1) have annual revenue greater than $25 million; or (2) sell or share the personal information of 50,000 or more consumers, households or devices; or (3) derive 50 percent or more of annual revenue from selling consumers’ personal information. The act does not apply to non-profit organizations such as trade associations, professional societies, charities and religious organizations.

The right to know what personal information is being collected
The right to know whether their personal information is sold or disclosed to others
The right to access their personal information and request its deletion
The right to ban the sale of their personal information
The right to non-discriminatory access to service and price from businesses even if they assert their privacy rights

–MIC

ABATE of Illinois PAC Rescinds Endorsement of Governor Rauner —

Statement from Mike Fisher – ABATE Political Action Committee Chairman

“ABATE of Illinois Political Action Committee is disappointed in Governor Rauner signing an executive order opening Illinois roads to autonomous vehicles with no safeguards. It has been our policy when working with elected officials on issues to hear what they say, but see what they do.

We believe that the Governor’s actions are a serious departure from discussions and intentions communicated to our committee, and represent a danger to the lives of motorcyclists on Illinois roadways.

For these reasons ABATE of Illinois PAC is removing our endorsement from Governor Rauner’s re-election campaign. ABATE is an independent organization representing Motorcyclists in Illinois, and we hope that by removing this endorsement other elected officials realize how seriously we take the issue of autonomous vehicles on Illinois roadways. “

–from Rogue

VINTAGE RIDES HEADS TO SRI LANKA– Winter is coming! And while it brings along certain joys —cosiness and quality time with family and friends — it also often marks the end of the riding season. Your bike might be locked up in the garage, waiting for warmer days to roar again, but that doesn’t mean you should let your adventurous spirit hibernate as well. And good news: we have two tours to shake up your routine and get you back on some wheels!

Located at the Southern tip of India, this treasure island is a concentration of wonders. Verdant tea plantations, lush rainforest and pristine beaches, all bursting with majestic wildlife (elephants, monkeys, birds and leopards!) You name it, there’s a good chance Sri Lanka has it. The atmosphere is unique too. Sri Lanka, with its rich culture, warm people and genuine approach to hospitality, is the ideal destination to unwind. And the roads are well maintained, offering miles of smooth, winding scenic roads to cover. Motorcyclists’ heaven, you say?

And to make sure you get a first-hand glimpse, we crafted itineraries that cover it all. Our On the Roads of Ceylon tour reconciles adventure and indulgence, while Sri Lankan Essentials takes the most seasoned of you on a challenging exploration of the island.

Sri Lankan Essentials
(8 days incl. 6 days riding)
5 to 19 January 2019

Discover

On the Roads of Ceylon
(12 days incl. 10 days riding)
16 to 27 February 2019
3 to 14 March 2019

K. RANDALL BOOKS AVAILABLE ON KINDLE—Here are the Kindle links to Harbor Town Seduction and World Run, Chance Hogan Books.

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01GAKJZFO

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01GBJ68D6

All your books are on your author’ page: https://www.amazon.com/s/ref=nb_sb_noss?url=search-alias%3Ddigital-text&field-keywords=K.+Randall+Ball

NEWS FROM THE CLIMATE DEPOT–Bolsonaro In, Merkel Out:
The Paris Climate Gang Is Breaking Up

Only 16 Countries Meet Their Paris Agreement Commitments, New Study Finds

While Brazil has elected a climate sceptical president, Germany’s ‘climate chancellor’ Angela Merkel has announced that she is gradually stepping down from her political roles. Green news outlets are voicing concern that these and other developments in the Western world are putting the Paris agreement and the entire climate agenda at risk of falling apart. –GWPF, 31 October 2018

The alliance of rich, emerging and poor economies that sealed the Paris climate deal is falling apart. In many important countries, climate scepticism and economic nationalism are usurping the international green enthusiasm of 2015. –Sara Stefanini, Climate Home News, 31 October 2018

Only sixteen countries out of the 197 that have signed the Paris Agreement have defined national climate action plan ambitious enough to meet their pledges, according to a policy brief released on Monday. The 16 countries are: Algeria, Canada, Costa Rica, Ethiopia, Guatemala, Indonesia, Japan, FYR Macedonia, Malaysia, Montenegro, Norway, Papua New Guinea, Peru, Samoa, Singapore and Tonga. –EurActiv, 29 October 2018

1) Bolsonaro In, Merkel Out: The Paris Climate Gang Is Breaking Up
GWPF & Climate Home News, 31 October 2018

2) Will Trump And Bolsonaro Unravel The Paris Climate Agreement?
The Daily Caller, 29 October 2018

3) Only 16 Countries Meet Their Paris Agreement Commitments, New Study Finds
EurActiv, 29 October 2018

4) New Asian Coal Plants Knock Climate Goals Off Course
Financial Times, 31 October 2018

5) The UK’s Autumn Budget And Environmental Policy: A Tale Of A (Recyclable) Tub
Dr John Constable: GWPF Energy Editor, 31 October 2018

6) Cuadrilla Says UK Fracking Rules Risk ‘Strangling’ It
Financial Times, 31 October 2018

7) Matt Ridley: Fracking’s Enemies Are Wrong To Call These Earthquakes
The Times, 31 October 2018

8) And Finally: Fukushima Wind Turbine, Symbol Of Tsunami Recovery, To Be Removed Due To High Maintenance Costs
The Japan Times, 27 October 2018

1) Bolsonaro In, Merkel Out: The Paris Climate Gang Is Breaking Up
GWPF & Climate Home News, 31 October 2018

While Brazil has elected a climate sceptical president, Germany’s ‘climate chancellor’ Angela Merkel has announced that she is gradually stepping down from her political roles. Green news outlets are voicing concern that these and other developments in the Western world are putting the Paris agreement and the entire climate agenda at risk of falling apart.

The alliance of rich, emerging and poor economies that sealed the Paris climate deal is falling apart.

In 2015, the world’s top two emitters, the US and China, joined with Brazil, some small island countries and the European Union, led by Germany, France and the UK, to land the agreement.

But climate change politics have shifted significantly since then, with two more big tilts this week. Brazil elected a staunch and radical anti-environmentalist president, while Germany’s Angela Merkel confirmed her exit plans, further weakening an already fading image as the “climate chancellor” and Europe’s go-to leader in the field.

It is the latest bout of a malaise that has infected climate efforts since Donald Trump was elected in the US in 2016.

Now, in many important countries, climate scepticism and economic nationalism are usurping the international green enthusiasm of 2015. As a result, political support for slashing greenhouse gas emissions, sending aid to the poorest and most vulnerable countries and discussing it all in multilateral summits is waning. Others that remain committed to climate action are consumed by domestic concerns – like Brexit in the UK, and political instability in Germany.

–Marc Morano
Climate Depot

The BIKER VOTE Is Making A Big Difference In The Election This Year– and I Would Like To Personally Thank Everyone Involved.

–Rogue

2019 PLANS FOR THE AMERICAN IRON GROUP–As the motorcycle industry prepares our advertising and marketing plans for the new year, I thought you might be interested in what we are doing for print in 2019 at TAM Communications.

We are pleased to announce our all three of our magazines are doing well, and we have only a few changes but some great improvements in the works.

American Iron Magazine publishing 13 issues a year (every 4 weeks)

American Iron Salute publishing 1 issue a year

Garage Build publishing 4 issues a year

NAME CHANGE & EDITORIAL EXPANSION: The biggest news is that we are repositioning and renaming American Iron Garage as Garage Build magazine. It will continue to focus on Home Tech, Do-It-Yourself and home built custom motorcycles. PLUS we are expanding the editorial focus beyond American V-twins to include Metric motorcycles too.

After six years of publishing American Iron Garage, we see a strong and growing trend with younger riders. They are wrenching and customizing metric bikes in growing numbers, and have been asking for us to expand our editorial to all makes and models. We love seeing new riders join the sport!

INDUSTRY LEADER STAYS STRONG: We are delighted the industry leading American Iron Magazine will continue to publish every 4 weeks for 13 issues a year again in 2019.

American Iron Magazine is focused on all aspects related to American motorcycles – from new machines and products, custom, classic and competition motorcycles, tech and DIY, history, tours, personalities, etc. And we have always kept our magazine “Family Friendly.”

PATRIOTIC PUBLICATION: We just published our third issue of American Iron Salute, a very popular annual magazine dedicated to our brave men and women in uniform. The features include military and first responders’ motorcycles and themed machines. Also related events, products and stories. We publish this once a year and now include it with all American Iron Magazine subscriptions. .

If you have any questions or suggestions on any of this, please feel free to contact me or our team. We love input on how to improve.

Please let us know if we can help you with your advertising and/or marketing plans.

Buzz Kanter, Editor-in-Chief – BuzzK@AmericanIronMag.com
Steve Lita, Editor – SteveL@AmericanIronMag.com
Terry O’Brien, Ad Sales – TerryO@TAMCommunications.com
Tony Frey, Ad Sales – TonyF@AmericanIronMag.com

Thanks and best wishes for the new year!

–Buzz Kanter
TAM Communications, Inc
American Iron Magazine
Garage Build magazine
American Iron Salute

DESERT DAWGS FOR THE WINTER–
I’d planned on getting this out to you yesterday, but it was just too nice; I had to sneak in a (cold) ride. Because, hey, we never know in Minnesota; we might not get another chance (we had snow already, after all)!

I couldn’t talk my daughter into the ride because she was too busy finishing her homework and getting ready to be Anubis (she had to bring two of those plastic pumpkins to hold all the candy she collected!) and hubby thought it was too windy (he was right – brr!).

Thank goodness for the Desert Dawgs! They’re great for rain, but they’re even better (at least in MN) for the cold. If you don’t have a pair yet… well, it’s past time! And hey – our new Indian fitment is now shipping!

Keep Warm!
Tracey & Tim

P.S. I hate to bring up Christmas already (God knows I’m not ready to think about it!), but our Overstock Sale on the SLIDE mounts for phone & GPS could save you up to 50% on an awesome gift! Details below…
See all Desert Dawgs

The Desert Dawgs in Action
Now Shipping: Indian “Mustache” Bar Fitment (both Black & Tan)!
minimize helmet buffeting and cold updrafts
repel road spray
keep bug juice off motorcycle chrome (and legs!)
allow engine cooling – NO temperature restriction!
See ’em here!

Up to 50% off Select Phone/GPS Mounts

The Slide Mount might just be the most secure mount for phones, GPS and other devices.

Right now select styles are not only marked down but ALSO eligible for 40% off with this code:

ONE-OFF 5-BALL LEATHERS—We manufactured some one-off versions of the Flatout vest in browns and one Speedway brown XL shirt without sleeves. I think I’m going to make an XXL for myself.

The dark brown Flatout is an XXL The other two are XLs. If you would like one of these just order the size in black and make a note.

All our leathers come with a signed book, patches, bling and a new 5-Ball bandana.

–Bandit
310-528-9258

WHERE DO WE GO FROM HERE—I’ve never been afraid of change. On the other hand I want to make the right decisions for the industry and for my brothers and our contributors. It’s tough, but it’s time.

I hope to post our story about the World’s Fastest Indian tomorrow.

A lot is scrambling along. And as much as Buzz is painting a wonderful picture for 2019, magazines are in a tough spot and so are we. There’s a very good side to change. It will allow us the time to really devote ourselves to folks who have support our hard work over the years. We will continue to do that until the end.

And we will always support motorcycle rights and the right to ride free. We’re working on something special in that regards, which will be posted shortly.

In the meantime, ride free forever.

–Bandit

Authentic Indoor Flat Track motorcycle racing is returning to the Twin Cities for the second year on March 22, 2019 to kick-off the largest custom bike and car show weekend in the Midwest, theDonnie Smith Show – Midwest Extravaganza! Last year’s show was a breakout success nearly reaching attendance capacity, proving that the hunger for this style of racing action has never gone away in the Twin Cities. Tickets are now on sale for the War of the Twins II. All seats and VIP boxes are assigned by reservation only. The best seats will be purchased first, so enthusiasts are encouraged to make reservations early. Tickets are available for $15 in advance online. The first 500 children 12 and under in the door accompanied by a parent will receive free entry, two free children admissions per adult ticket purchase. VIP box seating tickets are an additional $25. Reservations may be made here:IndoorFlatTrack.com/tickets.

There’s nothing like the sound, fury or speed of flat track bikes launching off the stripe or ripping down the straightaway. Thirteen seasons, from 1968 to 1980, the revered Minneapolis Armory hosted “The Indoors,” indoor flat track racing that filled otherwise dreary winter months with handlebar-to-handlebar, down-and-dirty race action. Over those years, hundreds of privateer racers found a home in which to compete. As one of the largest, most successful and longest-running flat track events, The Indoors put the sport on the map. The Twin Cities welcomed the heart-pounding thunder of indoor flat track racing back again last March at the Lee & Rose Warner Coliseum on the Minnesota State Fairgrounds.

“We were thrilled with the attendance and incredible reaction to the races last year,” said Neil Ryan, promoter of the Donnie Smith Bike & Car Show. “Flat track has played into that American spirit of independence, competitiveness, and the need for speed, the elements that make this such a great partner sport for the Donnie Smith Bike & Car Show. I rarely see a home run in its first year like we experienced. We expect this event to continue to grow and provide thrilling racing action for years to come.”

Sponsoring the Indoor Flat Track races are GEICO Motorcycle, Russ Brown, Sturgis Buffalo Chip, Lucas Oil and S&S Cycle.

Kuryakyn® and John Shope of Dirty Bird Concepts® are once again teaming up to deliver an all-new Signature Series line of accessories designed for Indian® Motorcycle. Produced exclusively by Kuryakyn, the Vantage Signature Series by John Shope showcases the distinct vision and style that made Dirty Bird Concepts a household name among the world’s top custom bike builders.

Following the development of the Sprint Signature Series for midsize Scouts, Kuryakyn designers and Shope shifted focus toward Indian’s heavyweight platforms. The new Vantage Signature Series reflects Shope’s trademark precision-sculpted lines and smooth, flowing contours. All components come ready to bolt on and ride out of the box, with durable cast aluminum or high-impact injection-molded ABS construction. Finish options include chrome or black, and with proper prep, custom finishes or paint can be easily applied to all black versions for a unique and personalized look.

Signature Series Vantage Air Cleaner & Horn Cover
The Vantage Air Cleaner is built to perform with its high-flow design and included Kuryakyn-designed K&N® filter element that’s washable and reusable. The modular aluminum cover incorporates a satin black base and contrasting chrome or gloss black outer trim. Openings around the perimeter of the cover provide additional airflow while black stainless steel screen inserts block debris and add aggressive styling.

Fitment: ’14-’19 Indian models (except Scout)
• P/N 9270 – Chrome, P/N 9271 – Gloss Black
MSRP: $349.99

Following similar styling cues as the air cleaner, the Vantage Horn Cover’s smooth, sculpted two-piece design provides contrast and dimensional depth. Available as a direct replacement on all ’14-’17 Chief, Chieftain, Roadmaster and Springfield models; ’18-later models require Kuryakyn’s Horn Cover Adapter (P/N 5759), sold separately.

Fitment: ’14-’19 Indian models (except Scout)
• P/N 5697 – Chrome, P/N 5698 Gloss Black
MSRP: $89.99

Signature Series Vantage Dash Console
The Vantage Dash Console replaces the shorter factory console and vinyl trim for seamless coverage down the center of the tank. The clean design enhances the tank’s shape and incorporates “knockout” covers for models with console-mounted ignition buttons, as well as power saddlebag locks and heated grip switches. Cast from A380 aluminum offered in chrome or satin black.

Fitment: ’14-’19 Chieftains and Roadmasters (except ’18 Roadmaster Elite)
• P/N 5626 – Chrome, P/N 5627 Satin Black
MSRP: $229.99

Signature Series Vantage Headlight Bezel
The Vantage Headlight Bezel completely transforms the outer fairing with its sharp, clean lines and formed headlamp visor. Durable and lightweight high-impact ABS construction holds up extremely well to dings and debris without adding noticeable weight to the front end. Bolt it on reusing factory hardware and you have a completely new look in minutes.

Fitment: ’14-’18 Chieftain, ’19 Chieftain Classic, & 15-’19 Roadmaster
• P/N 5682 – Chrome, 5694 – Satin Black
MSRP: $149.99

For more information or to view the entire Vantage Signature Series by John Shope, visit www.kuryakyn.com.

Another heavy-hitter has been added to the Sturgis Buffalo Chip lineup. The gritty hard rock of Collective Soul will hit a homerun in the opener for Styx when they take the Chip’s Wolfman Jack Stage on Monday, Aug. 5, 2019. Monday’s superstar double header is a big score for the first 200 fan who donate and make a reservation to participate in the 2019 Legends Ride as they will be attending the concerts for free. See the announcement video here: BuffaloChip.com/BANDS

 

“We’ve really gone all out for fans with this Monday night lineup,” said Rod Woodruff, Sturgis Buffalo Chip President. “Both of these powerhouse rock bands have long rosters of incredible hits and a hard-hitting energy that will bring the amphitheater roaring to its feet. Anyone who loves a great rock concert will not want to miss these performances.”

The edgy rock that has made Collective Soul an unbounded success propelled a number of their songs and albums into the record books. “Collective Soul,” their self-titled second album went triple platinum and logged 76 weeks on the Billboard 200. Collective Soul singles hitting no. 1 include:

• “Shine” (no. 1 Album Rock Song of 1994, also won a Billboard award for Top Rock Track)
• “December”
• “Where the River Flows”
• “The World I know”
• “Precious Declaration”
• “Listen”
• “Heavy”

 

 

The 38^th annual Sturgis Buffalo Chip Motorcycle and Music Festival will open with a pre-rally party July 29 – Aug. 1, 2019, with official festival dates running Aug. 2-11, 2019. In addition to Collective Soul and Styx, the Buffalo Chip has also announced the performance of country music superstar Keith Urban on Saturday, Aug. 3, 2019. Fans can expect more band announcements for 2019 in the coming weeks. Concerts and races are free with camping. More information and reservations are available at BuffaloChip.com