Ducati racer Carlin Dunne has led the 2018 Spider Grips Ducati Pikes Peak team to victory during this year’s Pikes Peak International Hill Climb (PPIHC). Dunne completed today’s “Race to the Clouds” in 9:59:102. This is Dunne’s fourth victory at Pikes Peak.

“We did it. We took the podium,” said Dunne, who notably was the first motorcyclist ever to traverse the 4,720-foot Pikes Peak race course in less than 10 minutes in 2012. “The Multistrada 1260 Pikes Peak proved as amazing as we all hoped. It performed flawlessly, giving me everything I needed to get up the mountain. Pikes Peak is never an easy race, but the weather cooperated and we clinched the victory for Ducati.”

This is Ducati’s seventh victory on the mountain since the company’s debut in 2008. Ducati and Dunne held the all-time course record from 2012 until 2017, a year in which Ducati was not part of the official race competition. Dunne’s previous victory in 2012 was achieved on the game-changing Multistrada 1200 S.

This year, Dunne secured the win on the new Multistrada 1260 Pikes Peak model. The new Multistrada 1260 Pikes Peak showcases the versatility of a new, larger displacement 1262 cc Ducati Testastretta DVT engine delivering 18% more torque in the mid-range. The bike is also paired with a redesigned chassis for increased stability.

Rounding out the Ducati team this year was new member Codie Vahsholtz, who finished in third with a time of 10:12:703. Vahsholtz is a Colorado native who comes from a family of Pikes Peak champions and has established a series of victories of his own.

This year, for the 96^th running of the “Race to the Clouds,” Ducati partnered with Shell Advance, Brembo, Pirelli, Termignoni, Spider Grips, Ducati by Rizoma, Race Tech, Revl and Racing Cowboys.

Riders interested in test riding the new Multistrada 1260 can sign up here.

After a 24 hour van ride to a galaxy far, far away (aka New Jersey), we entered the new dimension in motorcycle events that just might be the savior of American motorcycling. My best bud and partner, Berry Wardlaw (“the engine guy”), side kick Dana Peters, Spike Johnson, and I set out to behold the Annual The Race of Gentlemen (TROG) in Wildwood, New Jersey. The event is a result of the vision of founder, Mel Stultz, and fellow members of the Oilers’ Car and Motorcycle Club. It was billed as a “multi-day celebration that pays tribute to the early days of racing”. Antique cars and bikes were gonna lay it all on the line to blast down an 1/8th mile beach track on the south Jersey shoreline. Naturally aspirated time machines would battle for bragging rights and maybe a trophy or two. Racing…I’m all in. Antique racing…that’s just stupid cool and worth any trip that we had to make. Read more.

Hey,

I traveled to Deadwood last weekend and looked at a batch of escape properties with my son Frank. At the last minute he invited his lovely wife, Erica.

We roamed the hills looking at a myriad of Sturgis, Lead and Deadwood properties with a rider from Deadwood, Mike Perservich, and then saw a handful of houses in Deadwood on Sunday with Sue Cramer from Spearfish.

It was a completely interesting weekend with attitudes and opinions flying and my stress level accelerated. I couldn’t figure it out. I didn’t need to stress over anything, but it kept coming.

I’ve learned so much about meditation and the brain with Dr. Vishton, yet I couldn’t find time to meditate or get away this weekend. Hell, that was a major reason for searching Deadwood for a place to escape California. In a sense I wanted to escape the stress of the congestion and over-regulation on the coast and go somewhere to relax. Deadwood seemed sorta home to what’s left of the old west and the outlaw motorcycle empire.

It’s all about finding Nirvana or total peace, but you can only find it in yourself. It doesn’t come with a new address, a larger bank account or a new ride. Don’t get me wrong Deadwood is definitely going to be apart of Bandit’s next adventure.

TANYA TUCKER
BRINGS TEXAS TO SUNSHINE STATE IN BELLAMY BROTHERS’
“HONKY TONK RANCH”–“Honky Tonk Ranch” Most Watched Show on The Cowboy Channel, Streamed in 66 Countries

Country music royalty bands together in this weekend’s episode of “Honky Tonk Ranch,” when music icon Tanya Tucker makes a surprise appearance and spontaneous performance this Sunday at 8:30 p.m. ET/7:30 p.m. CT on The Cowboy Channel.

“I’ve always loved these boys! I’ve remained buddies with David and Howard ever since we performed together in Japan back in the ’70s. I heard David and Susan were going to tie the knot again and renew their vows, so I made a detour on my way back from Texas to surprise them at their ‘Honky Tonk Ranch,’ and boy, we had a good time!” Tanya Tucker shared.

Tanya’s appearance comes just as “Honky Tonk Ranch” becomes the highest rated show on The Cowboy Channel network as well as the most requested streaming show through Rural Media Group in 66 countries through the on-demand service of The Country Club, available worldwide at rfdcc.com/bellamybrothers.

Fans who purchase three months of RFD-TV’s The Country Club, at $10 a month, receive a fourth month free by entering the code: HonkyTonk.

“‘Honky Tonk Ranch’ is one of our highest rated shows on The Cowboy Channel. We are very excited about this news, our partnership with the Bellamy Brothers and what the future holds,” shared Jeremiah Davis, VP of Programming for Rural Media Group.

Viewers in Switzerland, Norway and Denmark are tuning in, too. The international music duo will be heading to those markets when they perform at the Trucker and Country Festival in Switzerland, Sorlandets Country Festival in Norway and Randers Country Festival in Denmark.

BELLAMY BROTHERS JUNE EUROPEAN TOUR:
June 23 Trucker and Country Festival – Interlaken, Switzerland
June 28 Sorlandets Country Festival – Evje, Norway
June 30 Randers Country Festival – Randers, Denmark

In addition to “Honky Tonk Ranch,” the Bellamy Brothers recently released their autobiography “Let Your Love Flow: The Life and Times of the Bellamy Brothers.” Autographed copies of their book are available EXCLUSIVELY at honkytonkranchtv.com. Special bundle prices also available when purchasing their book and 40th Anniversary 2-Disc CD set.

For the full program schedule and more information about The Cowboy Channel, visit TheCowboyChannel.com.

BORN FREE BY LOSER MACHINE THIS WEEKEND—You know where to find us.

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QUOTE OF THE WEEK–Life is not measured by the number of breaths we take, but by the moments that take our breath away.

–Sidehack Jerry

FATHER’S DAY IN BEVERLY HILLS–Rode the Harley up to Rodeo Drive.

This was the 25th anniversary show so they decided to invite mostly silver cars. Maybe I will do another mail of the few “colored” cars ( non PC). 😉

–Art Hall
Bikernet Supreme International Editor

NEWS FROM THE CLIMATE DEPOT– Why the Sun Controls the Climate and CO2 is Meaningless

To understand AGW, one must understand quantum physics. The Greenhouse Gas Effect is the thermalization of Longwave Infrared (LWIR) Photons. LWIR is relatively long-wavelength electromagnetic (EM) radiation and having a long-wavelength, it doesn’t pack much energy into a unit of distance.

If you view a Slinky (Spring) as an Em Wave, as you pull the Slinky, the less Slinky there is per foot. If a Slinky is 6 inches fully compressed, and you stretch it to 1 foot in length, there is 1/2 the amount of Slinky per inch as a fully compressed Slinky. The more you pull the Slinky apart, the less Slinky there is per inch. If the Slinky represents a quantum of energy, the longer you stretch the Slinky the less energy you have per inch. That is how EM radiation works. Frequency is directly related to energy, and wavelength is inversely related to energy.

As we’ve mentioned countless times on this blog, to understand the climate you have to understand the oceans. The oceans, lakes and rivers cover upwards of 70% of the earth’s surface, and water is a highly effective heat sink, storing over 2,000x the energy found in the atmosphere. Very small changes to the energy in the oceans, therefore, means very big changes to the relative energy balance between the oceans and the atmosphere, and the oceans warm the atmosphere, not vice versa.

Climate alarmists point to the warming of the oceans as evidence that CO2 is the cause. The problem with that theory is that they can’t explain how LWIR between 13 and 18µ warms the oceans . LWIR between 13 and 18µ doesn’t penetrate the oceans and actually causes cooling through surface evaporation.

Additionally, LWIR between 13 and 18µ is very very low energy EM Radiation when compared to EM wavelengths that do actually penetrate and warm the oceans, wavelengths mostly at the blue end of the spectrum. CO2, in reality, is a very weak Greenhouse Gas in terms of warming the atmosphere and the oceans.

There is another problem, we are dealing with marginal gains, not absolute levels. The CO2 change from 270 to 411 ppm only accounts for a fraction of the 8kJ/mol. To make matters worse, H2O absorbs those identical wavelengths, so the LWIR between 13 and 18µ down-welling that is impacting the oceans isn’t increased/affected by CO2. H2O saturates the absorption of LWIR between 13 and 18µ in the lower atmosphere directly above the oceans. The following MODTRAN reports highlight how doubling CO2 from 400ppm to 800ppm has no impact on outgoing radiation in the lower atmosphere.

Note how the CO2 level is changed from 400ppm to 800ppm, and the upward IR heat flux remains constant at 417.306 W/M^2. No matter how the climate alarmists want to spin this con, no matter how desperate they want to believe, no matter how much lipstick they want to put on this pig, there is no way the actual physics behind the GHG Effect and the CO2 molecule will ever support their claims that CO2 is the cause of the oceans, and in turn atmosphere warming.

It all is simply a big lie. The introductory graphic of the cleaning of the atmosphere is the cause of the warming. More visible warming radiation is simply reaching the oceans. CO2 has absolutely nothing to do with it.

–the Climate Depot

WE NEED THE BIKERNET BAD JOKE LIBRARY TO BE OPEN 24/7–
Four old retired guys are walking down a street in Yuma, Arizona . They turn a corner and see a sign that says, “Old Timers Bar – ALL drinks 10 cents.” They look at each
other, and then go in, thinking, this is too good to be true.

The old bartender says in a voice that carries across the room, “Come on in and let me pour one for you! What’ll it be, gentlemen?”

There’s a fully stocked bar, so each of the men orders a martini. In no time the bartender serves up four iced martinis – shaken, not stirred – and says, “That’ll be 10
cents each, please.”

The four guys stare at the bartender for a moment, then at each other. They can’t believe their good luck. They pay the
40 cents, finish their martinis, and order another round. Again, four excellent martinis are produced, with the bartender again saying, “That’s 40 cents, please.”

They pay The 40 cents, but their curiosity gets the better of them. They’ve each had two martinis and haven’t even spent a
dollar yet.

Finally one of them says, “How can you afford to serve martinis as good as these for a dime a piece?”

“I’m a retired tailor from Phoenix,” the bartender says, “and I always wanted to own a bar. Last year I hit the lottery jackpot for $125 million and decided to open this
place. Every drink costs a dime. Wine, liquor, beer – it’s all the same.”

“Wow! That’s some story!” one of the men says.

As the four of them sip at their martinis, they can’t help noticing seven other people at the end of the bar who don’t have any drinks in front of them and haven’t ordered anything the whole time they’ve been there.

Nodding at the seven at the end of the bar, one of the men asks the bartender, “What’s with them?”

The bartender says,

“They’re retirees from Australia.

They’re waiting for Happy Hour when drinks are half-price.”

–El Waggs

CV Carburator Parts Available–
New and Improved

Have you ever heard the saying, “Chrome won’t get you home”? At Cycle Pro, LLC, we are firm believers in that adage.

We are proud to announce our new CV Carburetor parts, found in the Cycle Pro, LLC 2018 American V-Twin Parts Catalog.

These parts meet or exceed O.E.M. specifications and are a fraction of the cost. As we keep our finger on the pulse of the industry, we know, there are still 10’s of 1000’s of CV equipped bikes running the streets and highways of the world.

These machines are in many cases, in need of good parts to refresh and renew what is the best carburetor H-D ever used on their bikes. Why spend $100’s for a new carb, when you can rebuild one of these in less than an hour for a fraction of the cost (even including labor)?

Cycle Pro is a group of motorcycle / power-sport professionals that have never lost the passion for the sport. Riding, participating in events, and working on our own machines is what sets us apart from many “manufacturers” in the business today.

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CMT MUSIC
WORLD PREMIERES OLIVIA OOMS’
“THOUGHTS OF YOU”–Watch “Thoughts of You” NOW on CMT.com

CMT world premiered Olivia Ooms’ cinematic video for “Thoughts of You” today on the 24/7 digital music channel CMT Music and CMT.com (CLICK HERE to watch). Olivia, 15, co-wrote “Thoughts of You” with Gavyn Bailey and co-directed the video with David Javier in her hometown of Huntington Beach, Calif.

CMT also selected Olivia as part of the Artist Discovery program this summer, which will include “Thoughts of You” in CMT Music’s 12 Pack Countdown. Fans can begin voting at this link for Olivia this Friday at 1 p.m. ET.

“I’m so grateful that my music and my words have the chance to be heard through such a positive and uplifting platform like CMT. This is a dream come true!” Olivia exclaimed.

“CMT’s Artist Discovery Program is about finding the next wave of talent, artists who have an original sound and are making it happen on their own. Olivia Ooms is a fresh voice with a great song about young love!” Leslie Fram shared, CMT’s SVP Music & Talent.

CMT MUSIC DATES/TIMES:
Tuesday, June 19 8am ET
Tuesday, June 19 3pm ET
Wednesday, June 20 5am ET

“Thoughts of You” is the title track off Olivia’s EP, which showcases the fifteen-year-old’s original material that continues to impress audiences. Last fall, Olivia opened for Lady Antebellum and Old Dominion at Coastal Country Jam with her band Olivia Ooms and The Resistors. Olivia’s summer calendar is full of new releases and high-profile appearances.

On June 1, Olivia opened for country music icon Tanya Tucker in Ashland, Ky. Tanya, whose path Olivia can certainly relate to as a teenage songstress rising to fame, invited Olivia onstage for an encore performance of “Delta Dawn.” Recently, Olivia performed and signed autographs for fans during CMA Fest.

The rising singer-songwriter is also the first female country artist featured on Radio Disney’s new station RDYou. The station was created to spotlight emerging artists. By downloading the Radio Disney App, fans can listen to “Thoughts of You,” which she wrote and recorded in Nashville.

To stay connected with Olivia throughout this busy season and beyond, follow her on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and visit her website www.oliviaooms.com.

GAS TANK CAP FOR HARLEY-DAVIDSON – NEW PRODUCT LAUNCH FROM INCHARGER--INCHARGER, a European manufacturer of motorcycle accessories for Harley-Davidson®, expands its VELOCITY collection by adding the brand new product – gas tank cap.

The new product reflects all design features that VELOCITY collection is proud about: modern look, sharp contrasting edges and black anodized surface.

The gas tank cap is CNC machined from single piece billet aluminum and has grid lines from all sides to give strong grip whilst turning for closing or opening with bare or gloved hand.

“For two years before starting to develop this product, we were researching the market, we looked through thousands of bike images and we have discovered that gas tank cap is a small element, well visible, but very often ignored.
Now our customers have an opportunity to dress their bikes with fully established and consistent VELOCITY collection”, – says Justas Markauskas, CEO, INCHARGER.

The new gas tank cap compliments VELOCITY collection accessories such as grips, floorboards, derby cover, footpegs, shifter peg, brake pedal and timer cover.

TESLA OOOPS–Elon Musk emails employees about ‘extensive and damaging sabotage’ by employee

Tesla CEO Elon Musk sent an e-mail to all employees on Sunday night alleging there was a saboteur within the company’s ranks.
Musk alleged this employee tweaked code on internal products and sent company data out without authorization.

Tesla is in the midst of sweeping layoffs and a profitability drive. It is also under pressure to produce 5,000 Model 3s per week by the end of this quarter.

Tesla CEO Elon Musk sent an email to all employees on Monday morning about a factory fire, and seemed to reference possible sabotage.

Now, CNBC has learned that Musk also sent an e-mail to all employees at Tesla late on Sunday night alleging that he has discovered a saboteur in the company’s ranks.

Musk said this person had conducted “quite extensive and damaging sabotage” to the company’s operations, including by changing code to an internal product and exporting data to outsiders.

In 2016, after a SpaceX rocket exploded while being fueled up before an engine test, Musk and SpaceX COO and President Gwynne Shotwell also looked into the possibility of sabotage.

Several employees, from different divisions within Tesla, confirmed receipt of the e-mail to CNBC.

Tesla is currently ramping up production to make its previously stated goal of 5,000 Model 3s per week by the end of June. Last week, Tesla announced a broad restructuring, slashing at least 9 percent of its workforce. Workers who are actively involved in Model 3 production would not be affected, the company said.

Tesla declined to comment on the e-mail.

Here’s the full email:

From: Elon Musk

–Elon

–by CNBC

INDIAN’S NEW FTR FLAT-TRACK INSPIRED 1200 FOR 2019 PRODUCTION–
After more than a year of speculation, Indian has finally confirmed that it will indeed be bringing the FTR 1200 to market. Inspired by its winning FTR750 flat track racer and the teaser FTR1200 Custom concept bike, all we know so far is that the FTR 1200 will be powered by a new V-twin engine housed in a trellis frame, with a flat track inspired look.

–from Rider

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Hnlb9ny_EP0

CLUB NEWS–
Are you planning on attending the Motorcycle Profiling workshop on June 30, 10 am, at Hollywood’s Roadhouse in Nashotah? Are you aware that if you attended a funeral, party or other function where 1% club members were present, you might have been photographed and labeled as an associate? You don’t have to be in a motorcycle club to come under the scrutiny of the FBI and/or local authorities.

Here’s a prime example of some club members who were stopped and photographed, solely on the belief they associate with members of a 1% club in Texas. There was no other reason for the stop, and one of the officers explains they routinely stop riders based on information provided by, or requested by the FBI, for intelligence gathering.

This is totally an illegal stop, and one example of profiling. You need to attend the workshop conducted by Double D, who is indisputably recognized as the expert in motorcycle profiling issues. Learn what your rights are and how to recognize if you’re stopped illegally. You can only exercise your rights to be free from unreasonable search and seizure if you know what those rights are. Be there or be sorry.

–Rogue

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MOTORCYCLE SHOWS– We’re catching up with adventure-seeker, William Gloege who hosted the Adventure Out! space in Dallas, TX – stop 5 on the Progressive® International Motorcycle Shows (IMS) Tour.

William is widely known for his recent two-and-a-half-year motorbike journey that took him 100,000+ miles around the globe through 57 countries aboard his 2016 Honda Africa Twin. William documented this trip through writing, photography and a video series where he shares and encourages others to test their own boundaries. Follow along via his YouTube channel @WilliamGloege or his Instagram @RoadTripDown.

Learn More About William and His Upcoming Adventures:

My lady and I are leaving in May and will spend the summer riding all over Europe. We are particularly excited about Scandinavia. It is going to be so nice to share the thing I love doing with the person I love the most.

BIKERDUDE FOOD OF THE WEEK–
THE RUEBEN and THE CHOCOLATE CAKE are here at Zingerman’s Deli in Ann Arbor, MI.!!

Zingerman’s is my FOOD Mecca! I have been a customer for over 18 years. This is my #1 food destination in the Country! The Rueben and the Chocolate Cake are mind blowing!

You can also order the Rueben Kit and have it delivered to your house. They also have the best cheeses, cured meats, breads, brownies and so much more!

Get here now! Make sure and subscribe to my You Tube channel
here,youtube.com/c/ABikerDude.

Here is the link to my latest food video. https://youtu.be/KDBLt5OKFcQ

–Darrin
The BikerDude

SELF-DRIVING VEHICLES BREAK MY HEART–“My Ford’s onboard, said he was bored. It took me to a place that I’d usually ignore. Just stepped out to get some air, and the damned truck LEFT me there!”

“My woman done left me all alone, my doggie ran off with just a bone. I’m lonely, and down on my luck. Oh hell!!!! There goes my truck.”

Yours Truly, Country Music Legend
Wayfarer
Wayfarer@Bikernet.com

MOTORCYCLIST FATALITIES TREND DOWNWARD–Nationwide motorcycle traffic fatalities dropped by 5.6% from 2016 to 2017, a new report shows. The Governors Highway Safety Association released a report in May showcasing preliminary data on last year’s motorcycle fatalities by state.

Per the report, U.S. motorcycle fatalities dropped by 296 deaths — from 5,286 in 2016 to a projected 4,990 last year. That’s coming off a 5.1% increase in such road fatalities from 2015 to 2016, the report states.

The figures reported are projections based on preliminary data provided for 2017 from all 50 states and the District of Columbia. Compared with 2016, motorcyclist fatalities are estimated to have decreased in 30 states, remained the same in two states, and increased in 18 states.

–Bill Bish
NCOM
Read the full report at http://www.bikernet.com/pages/The_AIMNCOM_ENews_Legislative_Report_for_June_2018.aspx

THE BIKERNET BAD JOKE LIBRARY IS NOW OPEN– A certain little girl, when asked her name, would reply, “I’m Mr. Sugarbrown’s daughter.”

Her mother told her this was wrong, she must say, “I’m Jane Sugarbrown.”

The Vicar spoke to her in Sunday School, and said, “Aren’t you Mr. Sugarbrown’s daughter?”

She replied, “I thought I was, but mother says I’m not.”

–from Sidehack Jerry

BIKERNET MEDICAL CENTER AUSTRALIAN OFFICE RESEARCH–Great information!! Cinnamon and Honey…! Drug companies won’t like this one getting around. Facts on Honey and Cinnamon:

It is found that a mix of honey and cinnamon CURES most diseases. Honey is produced in most of the countries of the world. Scientists of today also note honey as very effective medicine for all kinds of diseases. Honey can be used without side effects which is also a plus.Today’s science says that even though honey is sweet, when it is taken in the right dosage as a medicine, it does not harm even diabetic patients. Researched by western scientists:
Source: http://crossfitcodered.com/cure-common-ailments-with-honey-and-cinnamon/

HEART DISEASES: Make a paste of honey and cinnamon powder, put it on toast instead of jelly and jam and eat it regularly for breakfast. It reduces the cholesterol and could potentially save one from heart attack. Also, even if you have already had an attack studies show you could be kept miles away from the next attack. Regular use of cinnamon honey strengthens the heart beat. In America and Canada, various nursing homes have treated patients successfully and have found that as one ages the arteries and veins lose their flexibility and get clogged; honey and cinnamon revitalize the arteries and the veins.

ARTHRITIS: Arthritis patients can benefit by taking one cup of hot water with two tablespoons of honey and one small teaspoon of cinnamon powder. When taken daily even chronic arthritis can be cured. In a recent research conducted at the Copenhagen University, it was found that when the doctors treated their patients with a mixture of one tablespoon Honey and half teaspoon Cinnamon powder before breakfast, they found that within a week (out of the 200 people so treated) practically 73 patients were totally relieved of pain — and within a month, most all the patients who could not walk or move around because of arthritis now started walking without pain.

BLADDER INFECTIONS: Take two tablespoons of cinnamon powder and one teaspoon of honey in a glass of lukewarm water and drink it. It destroys the germs in the bladder….who knew?

CHOLESTEROL: Two tablespoons of honey and three teaspoons of Cinnamon Powder mixed in 16 ounces of tea water given to a cholesterol patient was found to reduce the level of cholesterol in the blood by 10 percent within two hours. As mentioned for arthritic patients, when taken three times a day, any chronic cholesterol-could be cured. According to information received in the said Journal, pure honey taken with food daily relieves complaints of cholesterol.

COLDS: Those suffering from common or severe colds should take one tablespoon lukewarm honey with 1/4 spoon cinnamon powder daily for three days. This process will cure most chronic cough, cold, and, clear the sinuses, and it’s delicious too!

UPSET STOMACH: Honey taken with cinnamon powder cures stomach ache and also is said to clear stomach ulcers from its root.

GAS: According to the studies done in India and Japan, it is revealed that when Honey is taken with cinnamon powder the stomach is relieved of gas.

IMMUNE SYSTEM: Daily use of honey and cinnamon powder strengthens the immune system and protects the body from bacterial and viral attacks. Scientists have found that honey has various vitamins and iron in large amounts. Constant use of Honey strengthens the white blood corpuscles (where DNA is contained) to fight bacterial and viral diseases.

INDIGESTION: Cinnamon powder sprinkled on two tablespoons of honey taken before food is eaten relieves acidity and digests the heaviest of meals.

INFLUENZA: A scientist in Spain has proved that honey contains a natural ‘Ingredient’ which kills the influenza germs and saves the patient from flu.

LONGEVITY: Tea made with honey and cinnamon powder, when taken regularly, arrests the ravages of old age. Use four teaspoons of honey, one teaspoon of cinnamon powder, and three cups of boiling water to make a tea. Drink 1/4 cup, three to four times a day. It keeps the skin fresh and soft and arrests old age. Life spans increase and even a 100 year old will start performing the chores of a 20-year-old.

RASPY OR SORE THROAT: When throat has a tickle or is raspy, take one tablespoon of honey and sip until gone. Repeat every three hours until throat is without symptoms.

PIMPLES: Three tablespoons of honey and one teaspoon of cinnamon powder paste. Apply this paste on the pimples before sleeping and wash it off the next morning with warm water. When done daily for two weeks, it removes all pimples from the root.

SKIN INFECTIONS:Applying honey and cinnamon powder in equal parts on the affected parts cures eczema, ringworm and all types of skin Infections.

WEIGHT LOSS:Daily in the morning one half hour before breakfast and on an empty stomach, and at night before sleeping, drink honey and cinnamon powder boiled in one cup of water. When taken regularly, it reduces the weight of even the most obese person. Also, drinking this mixture regularly does not allow the fat to accumulate in the body even though the person may eat a high calorie diet.

CANCER: Recent research in Japan and Australia has revealed that advanced cancer of the stomach and bones have been cured successfully. Patients suffering from these kinds of cancer should daily take one tablespoon of honey with one teaspoon of cinnamon powder three times a day for one month.

FATIGUE: Recent studies have shown that the sugar content of honey is more helpful rather than being detrimental to the strength of the body. Senior citizens who take honey and cinnamon powder in equal parts are more alert and flexible. Dr. Milton, who has done research, says that a half tablespoon of honey taken in a glass of water and sprinkled with cinnamon powder, even when the vitality of the body starts to decrease, when taken daily after brushing and in the afternoon at about 3:00 P.M., the vitality of the body increases within a week.

BAD BREATH: People of South America, gargle with one teaspoon of honey and cinnamon powder mixed in hot water first thing in the morning so their breath stays fresh throughout the day.

HEARING LOSS: Daily morning and night honey and cinnamon powder, taken in equal parts restores hearing.

AMA Hall of Fame Inductee Mike Baldwin Joins the Woodstock Harley-Davidson Sales Team–Woodstock Harley-Davidson, a leading Hudson Valley Harley-Davidson dealership, is pleased to announce the addition of a new sales manager to its team. Mike Baldwin brings more than 30 years of motorcycle experience to the position, with a strong focus on riding and professional racing.

“With the introduction of the new Milwaukee 8 motor, and the complete redesign of the Softail family, Harley-Davidson has signaled to the industry that they are taking a progressive approach in delivering what our customers desire most: power and performance.

Mike has the reputation, skill and knowledge to highlight those exciting new changes and what they will bring to our riding community,” said Bill Nugent, owner of Woodstock Harley-Davidson. “Mike’s experience as a professional rider is an asset for both our employees and for the customers we proudly serve.”

From Mikes Hall of Fame page at www.americanmotorcyclist.com: “Mike Baldwin was record-setting five-time AMA Road Racing Champion and the all-time wins leader in AMA Formula 1/Formula 750 history… In all, Baldwin won 27 AMA national races – 17 in AMA F1/750 and 10 in AMA Superbike – and he is considered one of the top road racers America has ever produced…”

–Chris Henshaw
Woodstock Harley-Davidson
(845) 338-2800 EXT. 109
(845) 338-9497 FAX
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BIKERNET GOVERNMENT INVESTIGATION—CALIFORNIA

• The Governor of California is jogging with his dog along a nature trail. A coyote jumps out and attacks the Governor’s dog, then bites the Governor.

• The Governor starts to intervene, but reflects upon the movie “Bambi” and then realizes he should stop because the coyote is only doing what is natural.

• He calls animal control. Animal Control captures the coyote and bills the state $200 testing it for diseases and $500 for relocating it.

• He calls a veterinarian. The vet collects the dead dog and bills the State $200 testing it for diseases.

• The Governor goes to hospital and spends $3,500 getting checked for diseases from the coyote and on getting his bite wound bandaged.

• The running trail gets shut down for 6 months while Fish & Game conducts a $100,000 survey to make sure the area is now free of dangerous animals.

• The Governor spends $50,000 in state funds implementing a “coyote awareness program” for residents of the area.

• The State Legislature spends $2 million to study how to better treat rabies and how to permanently eradicate the disease throughout the world.

• The Governor’s security agent is fired for not stopping the attack. The state spends $150,000 to hire and train a new agent with additional special training for the nature of coyotes.

• PETA protests the coyote’s relocation and files a $5 million suit against the state.

TEXAS
• The Governor of Texas is jogging with his dog along a nature trail. A coyote jumps out and attacks his dog.

• The Governor shoots the coyote with his state-issued pistol and keeps jogging. The Governor has spent $.50 on a .45 ACP hollow point cartridge.

• The buzzards eat the dead coyote.

And that, my friends, is an example of why California is broke and Texas is not.

“NEVER LOOK DOWN ON ANYONE, UNLESS YOU’RE HELPING THEM UP”

–R.R.

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RED CROSS ALERT–About Heat Waves

In recent years, excessive heat has caused more deaths than all other weather events, including floods. A heat wave is a prolonged period of excessive heat, generally 10 degrees or more above average, often combined with excessive humidity.

You will likely hear weather forecasters use these terms when a heat wave is predicted in your community:

Excessive Heat Watch – Conditions are favorable for an excessive heat event to meet or exceed local Excessive Heat Warning criteria in the next 24 to 72 hours.

Heat Advisory – Heat Index values are forecasting to meet locally defined advisory criteria for 1 to 2 days (daytime highs= 100-105° Fahrenheit).
Excessive Heat Warning – Heat Index values are forecasting to meet or exceed locally defined warning criteria for at least 2 days (daytime highs= 105-110° Fahrenheit).

Before

Listen to local weather forecasts and stay aware of upcoming temperature changes.

Be aware of both the temperature and the heat index. The heat index is the temperature the body feels when the effects of heat and humidity are combined.

Discuss heat safety precautions with members of your household. Have a plan for wherever you spend time— home, work and school—and prepare for power outages.

Check the contents of your emergency disaster kit in case a power outage occurs.

Know those in your neighborhood who are elderly, young, sick or overweight. They are more likely to become victims of excessive heat and may need help.
If you do not have air conditioning, choose places you could go to for relief from the heat during the warmest part of the day (schools, libraries, theaters, malls).

Be aware that people living in urban areas may be at greater risk from the effects of a prolonged heat wave than are people living in rural areas.

Get trained in First Aid to learn how to treat heat-related emergencies.
Ensure that your animals’ needs for water and shade are met.

Listen to a NOAA Weather Radio for critical updates from the National Weather Service (NWS).

Never leave children or pets alone in enclosed vehicles.

Stay hydrated by drinking plenty of fluids even if you do not feel thirsty. Avoid drinks with caffeine or alcohol.

Slow down, stay indoors and avoid strenuous exercise during the hottest part of the day.

Postpone outdoor games and activities.
Use a buddy system when working in excessive heat.

Take frequent breaks if you must work outdoors.

Check on family, friends and neighbors who do not have air conditioning, who spend much of their time alone or who are more likely to be affected by the heat.

Check on your animals frequently to ensure that they are not suffering from the heat.

–Red Cross

A HUSBAND IS AT HOME WATCHING A FOOTBALL GAME WHEN HIS WIFE INTERRUPTS, “HONEY, COULD YOU FIX THE LIGHT IN THE HALLWAY? IT’S BEEN FLICKERING FOR WEEKS NOW.”

HE LOOKS AT HER AND SAYS ANGRILY, “FIX THE LIGHTS NOW?
DOES IT LOOK LIKE I HAVE ‘GE’ WRITTEN ON MY FOREHEAD?
I DON’T THINK SO.”

“FINE,” THEN THE WIFE ASKS, “WELL THEN, COULD YOU FIX THE FRIDGE DOOR? IT WON’T CLOSE RIGHT.”

TO WHICH HE REPLIES, “FIX THE FRIDGE DOOR?
DOES IT LOOK LIKE I HAVE ‘WESTINGHOUSE’ WRITTEN ON MY FOREHEAD?
I DON’T THINK SO.”

“FINE,” SHE SAYS, “THEN YOU COULD AT LEAST FIX THE STEPS TO THE FRONT DOOR?
THEY ARE ABOUT TO BREAK.”

“I’M NOT A CARPENTER AND I DON’T WANT TO FIX STEPS.”
HE SAYS, “DOES IT LOOK LIKE I HAVE ‘HOME HARDWARE’ WRITTEN ON MY FOREHEAD?
I DON’T THINK SO – I’VE HAD ENOUGH OF YOU.
I’M GOING TO THE BAR!!!!”

SO HE GOES TO THE BAR AND DRINKS FOR A COUPLE OF HOURS…………………. .. ……

HE STARTS TO FEEL GUILTY ABOUT HOW HE TREATED HIS WIFE, AND DECIDES TO GO HOME.

AS HE WALKS UP TO THE HOUSE HE NOTICES THAT THE STEPS ARE ALREADY FIXED.

AS HE ENTERS THE HOUSE, HE SEES THE HALL LIGHT IS WORKING.

AS HE GOES TO GET A BEER, HE NOTICES THE FRIDGE DOOR IS FIXED.

“HONEY,” HE ASKS, “HOW’D ALL THIS GET FIXED?”

SHE SAYS, “WELL, WHEN YOU LEFT I SAT OUTSIDE AND CRIED.
JUST THEN A NICE YOUNG MAN ASKED ME WHAT WAS WRONG, AND I TOLD HIM.”

“HE OFFERED TO DO ALL THE REPAIRS, AND ALL I HAD TO DO WAS EITHER
GO TO BED WITH HIM OR BAKE HIM A CAKE.”

HE SAYS, “SO WHAT KIND OF CAKE DID YOU BAKE?”

SHE REPLIES, “HELLOOOOO… DO YOU SEE ‘BETTY CROCKER’ WRITTEN ON MY FOREHEAD?”

–from David Barreira

NMA ALERTA License Plate to Remember —
The National Motorists Association received some thoughtful comments from readers like you and thought we should share them.

Editor’s Note: The opinions expressed in this newsletter are those of the author.

I enjoyed reading today’s NMA Weekly E-Newsletter. Another topic that has hit several people I have worked with and a neighbor is selling your vehicle to an individual and just signing over the title without going to the tax/title office and completing the paperwork to OFFICIALLY transfer the title into the other party’s name.

Ted Levitt, NMA Texas Member

–Anonymous, NMA California Member

We have had more of a positive experience with license plate readers. Our vacation home is in an area with lots of uninsured vehicles, drunk drivers, drugged drivers, and drivers who have had their license to drive revoked due to alcohol or drugs. Accident rates were high and there was no way to go after the other driver if you get hit.

The local police bought license plate readers and they have been extremely busy stopping these drivers and taking them off the road. It’s now a much safer place to drive. I really don’t care if they pick up my plate coming back from the grocery store. This is a small price to pay to be able to safely drive on public roads.

–Jim Burton, NMA New Hampshire Member

Good article. Thank you.

Thank all of you for all you do for us motorists.

–David Snellings, NMA Maryland Member

I had a similar thing happen here in Texas. I sold a motorcycle and years later I got a toll bill showing it going through a camera toll system. Even though the title had been changed to the new owner he kept the plate…..maybe didn’t even register it again.

Just data bases not talking together.

–Richard Taylor, NMA Texas Member

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ANOTHER CLIMATE DEPOT SPECIAL ALERT–Effort to turn weathermen into climate activists fraught with bad science & backed by RICO supporting professor & funded by taxpayers

NBC News is hyping a report that claims meteorologists are supporting the George Mason and Climate Central effort to promote climate change fears on your nightly weather forecast. See: ‘Global warming,’ now brought to you by local TV weathercaster

The climate information being promoted by the activist meteorologists is highly suspect and the groups behind the effort have supported shutting down any scientific debate by supporting RICO statures against skeptics and they have benefited greatly from federal funding of their efforts.

The information the meteorologists are peddling is pure propaganda, as the video accompanying the article shows a montage of weather forecasters using a 1970 start date to claim warming temperatures. Ever wonder why they chose 1970 as the start date?

Here is why:

Cheating For Dollars At Climate Central: ‘The 1970 cherry picking scam has become a centerpiece of the global warming fraud. The 1970s was one of the coldest decades in US history’ – By Tony Heller – ‘By starting in 1970, Climate Central is intentionally defrauding their readers. Had they started in 1950, there would be almost no warming shown Also important to remember that all recent temperatures are jacked up by 0.5F Bottom line is there has been little or no long term warming in the US’

But just who is behind this effort to turn your local TV weatherman into an Al Gore spouting climate fear promoter?

Climate Depot and the new book ‘The Politically Incorrect Guide to Climate Change,’ reveal the answers to these questions.

NBC News describes thusly the effort to turn your local weatherman into a mini Al Gore: “Key to the shift has been Climate Central, the nonprofit that helped school LaPointe. The Princeton, New Jersey-based organization sponsors classes and webinars for meteorologists and also shares real-time data and graphics with TV stations. The group has reached more than 500 local TV weathercasters — about a quarter of those working in the U.S. — since it started its “Climate Matters” education program in 2012, and it is expanding this week to a wider group of journalists.”

Who is Climate Central? A climate activist group funded by the federal tax dollars that helps promote climate fears.

See: Climate Central’s ‘Heavy Funding’ From Feds – ‘There is evidently heavy funding as well from Federal organizations. So taxpayers are having to pay Climate Central to produce what is often grossly inaccurate and misleading propaganda, which in turn supports the Federal Government’s agenda.’

NBC News touts George Mason professor Ed Maibach as “the climate change center’s director” at the University.

Who is Ed Maibach and just who is behind the effort to turn your weather forecast into nightly climate propaganda?

Excerpt: “Maibach, you may be surprised to learn, is no climate scientist but has a BA in social psychology from University of California, and a PhD in communication research from Stanford University.” According to the Centre’s blurb: “Ed joined the George Mason University faculty in 2007 to create the Center for Climate Change Communication. Trained in public health and communication…”

Maibach was also a signatory of the infamous letter to President Obama urging the use of RICO statutes against climate skeptics.

See: Flashback: Debate no more! Jailed for scientific dissent?! Twenty climate scientists, including Top UN scientist Dr. Kevin Trenberth, & George Mason’s Ed Maibach, call for RICO investigation of climate skeptics in letter to Obama – Via Politico: ‘Twenty climate scientists called for RICO investigation in a letter to Obama and U.S. Attorney General Loretta Lynch.”

Maibach’s funding also raises questions:

Excerpt: “This is one hell of a high powered effort to push out global warming propaganda, and heaven knows what it all costs. Amongst its providers of major funding are listed NASA, the National Science Foundation and private foundations such as Grantham Foundation and Rockefeller Family Fund. It could hardly be a more incestuous relationship. NASA pumps funding into the Center in order to persuade the public of the terrors of global warming, which in turn will help to maintain their own funding, which can then be used to further ramp up the scare. It is no wonder Mr Maibach is so keen to sign the (RICO) letter, and silence skeptics”

The Horseless SMOKEOUT 19 Kills It in Rockingham–Exercising the moral code of a Detroit hooker The Horse Magazine ended its partnership with the Smoke Out Rally and then tried to convince the world the event was not happening at all.

It was a sucky situation but a Mark Twain quote comes to mind, “The rumors of my death are greatly exaggerated.” This year’s Smoke Out was bigger, and more importantly better in every way. The feeling of carefree fun seemed to return to the event with the exit of Mz Debo.

Years ago, Edge, the head cook and bottle washer of the Smoke Out Rally tapped me to run the custom bike show. No one knew what to expect in terms of bike entries or attendance this year. Obviously, I was blown away by the response of the biker community. I knew the Smoke Out would always have its fans. However, this year’s bike show was more epic than I could have ever guessed.

–Prince Najar
Supreme Trophy Consultant
SmokeOut World Headquarters

See the whole tamale report on Bikernet coming right up.–Bandit

Monster Energy Pro Circuit Kawasaki’s Forkner On The Hunt For Top Step of The Podium--Monster Energy Pro Circuit Kawasaki’s Austin Forkner is ready to continue his podium streak this weekend at Muddy Creek Raceway in Blountville, Tennessee after coming off his first overall podium finish in Pennsylvania one week ago.

With rain forecast for the days leading into the race, Muddy Creek Raceway is ready to live up to its name. Teammate Joey Savatgy is eyeing a comeback in Tennessee after finishing outside the top 10 last weekend. Garrett Marchbanks will sit out this weekend’s round to allow more time to heal up and reevaluate his return next week.

Last year, Forkner finished the race in Tennessee with a pair of thirds and is looking to improve on that finish on Saturday. With the momentum in his favor and confidence on the rise, Forkner would love nothing more than to take home his first race win of the season this weekend.

“I’m hoping the second moto at High Point proved that I won’t ever give up until the checkered flag,” said Forkner. “There are a lot of talented guys out there, but I know that I have the speed to be at the front every weekend. The start is another tricky one so I’m hoping to stay out of trouble and be at the front early.”

Savatgy had a strong showing in the opening moto at Round 4, but his overall score didn’t show that after going down. His outlook has always been to focus on the positive and with his come-from-behind ride in Moto 1, there are plenty of good things to take away from that weekend to bring into Tennessee.

“It’s been a battle of one good moto and one not so good moto the past few races,” said Savatgy. “This weekend, I really want to get in two solid races and put my KX250F back where it belongs – on the podium.”

The Monster Energy Pro Circuit Kawasaki riders will be signing autographs at Atlas Cycle in Bristol, Virginia on Friday, June 22 from 6-7 p.m.

Saturday’s race from Muddy Creek Raceway will be broadcast on MAVTV and NBC Sports starting at 1 p.m. ET.

To find out more about Pro Circuit products, visit www.procircuit.com.

NEW HAMPSHIRE BANS MOTORCYCLE-ONLY ROADSIDE CHECKPOINTS–Motorcycle-only roadside checkpoints first appeared in New York in 2009; functioning like sobriety checkpoints, motorcycle-only checkpoints (MOC) allow law enforcement to pull over motorcyclists without cause, for an on-the-spot safety, license, and helmet inspection. Since then, these so-called safety checkpoints have popped up across the country and have spiked controversy as opponents claim invasion of privacy and discrimination against motorcyclists over the operators of other motor vehicles.

Nineteen states now bar such roadblocks either through legislation or judicial proceedings (AK CA IL ID IA LA MD MO MI MN NC NH OR RI TX VA WA WI & WY), and in 2015 Congress banned the use of federal funds for MOCs as part of the FAST Act highway bill. Yet they continue to be a problem for bikers in some states.

Although in 2011 New Hampshire became the first state to prohibit the use of federal funds to conduct discriminatory motorcycle-only stops by police, the “Live Free Or Die” state recently enacted Senate Bill 516 to prohibit motorcycle-only checkpoints outright.

Signed by Governor Chris Sununu on May 30, 2018, effective immediately; “No law enforcement officer or agency shall establish or conduct motorcycle-only checkpoints.”

–Bill Bish
NCOM

HORNY couple joins Mile High Club in full view of passengers--Fasten your seatbelts, this flight will get frisky!

Two amorous passengers were apparently so desperate to join the Mile High Club, they did so in the comfort of their seats, in full view of a stunned couple who recorded their romp — and then sent it to their adult daughter.

“My mom and dad were just trying to have a peaceful trip to Mexico and then they sent me this,” Kiley Tully wrote along with a shocking clip she posted on Twitter.

The 45-second selfie video, which has received almost 3.6 million views, caught the couple in flagrante delicto as the woman straddles her partner at the back of the unidentified airliner.

The brunette, clad in a white outfit, is clearly seen thrusting up and down on the man two rows behind Tully’s parents, who look at each other in amazement at the in-flight entertainment.

At one point, the camera pans toward the front of the plane to show the rest of the passengers, who are apparently oblivious to the turbulence a few rows back.

Florida-based Silver Airways confirmed to The Post that the video was taken on one of its planes.

“We are taking this very seriously and working to determine the legitimacy of the video and specific flight information,” airline spokeswoman Misty Stoller said in a statement.

Twitter users did take note, however, with Izabela Olejnik writing: “Flight attendant: you guys need anything? Some snacks? A condom?”

“I guess they weren’t flying Virgin airlines huh??? I’ll show myself out,” @BamboozleIdiot quipped.

One user even suggested that Mexico’s upset win over Germany in the World Cup played a role in the action.

“Mexico victory brings out the best in humanity,” Joel Montes wrote.

Tully did not respond to requests for comment by The Post.

–By Yaron Steinbuch
NY Post

–from Rogue

THE BIKERNET BAD JOKE LIBRARY IS OPEN FOR LUNCH– A little girl goes to the barber shop with her father. She stands next to the barber chair, while her dad gets his hair cut, eating a snack cake. The barber says to her, “Sweetheart, you’re gonna get hair on your Twinkie.”

“She says, “Yes, I know, and I’m gonna get boobs too.”

–from Sidehack Jerry and Rogue

THIS SUMMER YOUR RIDING EXPERIENCE AND INVESTMENT
IN HARLEY-DAVIDSON IS BEING PROTECTED–The Harley-Davidson Freedom Promise: Buy a New or Used Street or Sportster and When You Trade-it in Within a Year of Riding, the Company Will Honor Your Purchase Price

This summer it’s never been easier to own an original Harley-Davidson® Freedom Machine. Take advantage of the Freedom Promise at a participating dealership near you (not available in all states, please contact your dealer):

Buy it: Buy a new or used Street® or Sportster® in stock model year 2012 or newer motorcycle and claim it before August 31, 2018.

Ride it: Enjoy the open road on your new motorcycle for up to one year.

Trade it: Trade in within one year and get your original purchase price back in trade value toward a new 2017, 2018 or 2019 bike of greater value and not the same model.

The Freedom Promise is part of the Harley-Davidson Motor Company’s mission to grow the lifestyle of motorcycle riding and create two million new riders by 2027. With 10 Street and Sportster models all under a starting price of $12K, and our Freedom Promise offer, it’s easier than ever to get into the world of Harley-Davidson.

So far this summer, thousands of people have taken advantage of the offer and are out riding their Harley-Davidson motorcycles. See what a few of them have to say about it.

“It’s my third bike but my first #Harley and I’m LOVING it. I love how the #FreedomPromise gives me the option to change bikes within a year if I want to upgrade.” – Tiffany Y.

“#FreedomPromise really helped me choose my Roadster. Overall it was an amazing experience. Thank you guys for making such an amazing machine.” – Yogesh G.

“I’m learning, commuting and putting all the miles on the Sportster and then I can upgrade to what I want in a year when I’m more comfortable riding thanks to the #FreedomPromise.” – Savana P.

To get a look at all the Harley-Davidson Street and Sportster models that qualify for the Freedom Promise and full terms & conditions, visit Harley-Davidson/freedompromise.

THE BIKERNET BAD JOKE LIBRARY IS STILL OPEN–A young woman brought her fiancé home to meet her parents. After dinner, her
mother told the girl’s father to find out about the young man.

The father invited the fiancé to his study for a talk.

“So, what are your plans?” the father asked the young man.

“I am a biblical scholar,” he replied.

“A biblical scholar, hmmm?” the father said. “Admirable, but what will you do to provide a nice house for my daughter to live in?”

“I will study,” the young man replied, “and God will provide for us.”

“And how will you buy her a beautiful engagement ring, such as she
deserves?” asked the father.

“I will concentrate on my studies,” the young man replied, “God will provide for us.”

“And children?” asked the father. “How will you support children?”

“Don’t worry, sir, God will provide,” replied the fiancé.

The conversation proceeded like this…and each time the father questioned, the young idealist insisted that God would provide.

Later, the mother asked, “How did your talk go, honey?”

The father answered, “another Democrat, He has no job, he has no plans, and he thinks I’m God.”

–Father Waggs

Marc Morano of Climate Deport has given me exclusive publication of this special chapter, that is not included in the book. It details all of the comparisons to Holocaust deniers and RICO and death threats, etc. against climate skeptics. He writes:

I think it is one of my favorite chapters, but the book was too long to include it.

Excerpts:

The Earth does not have a fever. Scientific evidence simply doesn’t support the belief that man-made climate change is a catastrophic threat to the planet. And unreliable climate models are poor substitutes for actual data.

Then why don’t more scientists buck the “consensus”? The answer is simple. Anyone who questions the climate change scare is attacked and threatened. As more and more scientists speak out, dissenting from the climate change orthodoxy, the attacks against them have increased.

Climate campaigners seem to think: If you can’t counter the message, silence the messenger. From smears to intimidation to name-calling to lawsuits and threats of criminal prosecution, climate activists are leaving no stone unturned. Activists—and “reporters” for theoretically objective media outlets— have targeted skeptical scientists.

Many climate activists find the idea of jailing skeptics appealing. In 2014, the warmist Gawker website urged, “Arrest Climate-Change Deniers”; said “Those denialists should face jail”; called global warming skeptics “Criminally negligent”; and argued, “It’s time to punish the climate-change liars.”

Canadian environmentalist David Suzuki called for government leaders skeptical of global warming to be “thrown in jail”: “I really believe that people like the former prime minister of Canada should be thrown in jail for willful blindness,” Suzuki said in 2016. In 2017, climate activist John Gilkison at EV World accused me of “crimes against humanity” for “retarding any meaning action to mitigate climate change.” A list of those who dissented on man-made climate change, including my old boss Senator James Inhofe, were slated for a 2029 “trial.”

One climate activist predicted that skeptics will be lynched. “As climate impacts continue to become clearer to the general populace, fossil fuel executives, and climate mis-informers who have played a part in this catastrophe, may some time soon prefer a safe jail cell to the torches and pitchforks that are coming their way,” wrote Peter Sinclair of the climate fear–promoting website Climate Denial Crock of the Week.

On June 5, 2009, former Clinton administration official Joe Romm of Climate Progress defended a posting on his website warning that climate skeptics would be strangled in bed for rejecting the view that we face a man-made climate crisis. “An entire generation will soon be ready to strangle you and your kind while you sleep in your beds,” he warned.

 The book has now climbed to #80 on Amazon as of this writing, maybe it will climb higher.

Available on Amazon
–Marc Morano

ANTI-TAMPERING AND THE CALIFORNIA AIR RESOURCES BOARD–CARB didn’t establish motorcycle engine emission standards until January 1, 1978, when the U.S. EPA enacted motorcycle engine emission standards.

Anti-Tampering laws were passed in 1976 and California is planning to start to enforce them back to ’76.

As big a problem as that is — these violations fall under the definition of “strict liability”:

1. Strict liability means that a violation does not depend on proving one’s guilt, innocence, or intent to violate, but instead CARB only needs to establish that the violation occurred, and that the person (or business) was responsible.

2. And to make it worse, CARB may hold anyone in the supply chain responsible when race vehicles or (uncertified) parts are used illegally.

Hang on for more reports. –Bandit

CLASSIC TRIUMPH ARTICLE COMING TO BIKERNET–All my historical pics and info are of Triumph bikes, the result of that calendar I’ve done for 20+ years.

I could do a story on the Speed Twin – the first real vertical twin to reach production, and the basis for all the twins Triumph produced from ’38 to the closing of the doors in ’83 – might be a good history lesson.

I suspect your demographic includes numerous baby boomers who either owned a Triumph back in the day, or at least wanted one.

Let me know if you’re OK with my idea.

–Timothy Remus
Wolfgang Publications

BIKERNET SPONSOR’S DAUGHTER TO COMPETE AND GRADUATE–She’s going to graduate college at UCLA this fall with an MBA. And she’s in another dance competition.

–Michael Hupy

Overnight DAIRY QUEEN Just Enraged Every Democrat With New Warning Sign–There was a time when social media was used to post funny pictures of our kids, adorable pet videos, and of course, the obligatory dinner plate, however, now it has been taken over by social justice warriors.

We have all seen these keyboard warriors online with their unchecked virtue signaling and shrill screams that everyone is a racist or bigot that voted for Donald Trump. These entitled leftists scour the county looking for ways to be offended in order to post it online for all to see. So, when one Wisconsin Dairy Queen posted a politically incorrect sign in their window it was inevitable that liberals would soon be triggered, and of course, we were not disappointed.

Wisconsin Dairy Queen owner Kevin Scheunemann has created quite the stir on social media and it was not for his delicious frozen treats. Scheunemann posted on his door a sign that the left would deem as politically incorrect, and in all reality, it isn’t. The simple sign consists of a list of sayings and core values that the majority of Americans in our country hold dear, but leave it a liberal to find that offensive.

“I felt the sign was appropriate to hang in terms of being transparent about the views of the owner and staff supporting God and country,” Scheunemann explained to CBS 58.

“It just seems that those kinds of values and principles are becoming controversial in society,” he added.

The sign has hung there for the last four years without a problem, but that streak ended about a week ago when one snowflake saw the sign and took to social media to complain. Ashley Coleman saw the sign hanging outside the door and was triggered by the sentiment and needed to take a snapshot of the sign.

“I find this extremely offensive,” whined an Oregon woman who goes by the name Ashley Coleman on Facebook. “Please speak with the franchise owner,” she added.

The post quickly picked up steam on Facebook as over a thousand people shared it and over two people commented, but if Coleman thought the town would get behind her she would be sorely mistaken. In fact, the community in this small town has rallied around the Dairy Queen seemingly in agreement with sign’s views.

Daily Wire reported:

“Business is good,” noted local CBS reporter Julie Parise, “thanks in part to a sign that’s hanging on the front door.”

Business owners in the area also came to Scheunemann’s defense.

“He posted it on the door so you see it before you walk in,” said local store owner April Serwe. “You don’t have to walk in if you don’t agree with it.”

Some Kewaskum residents even said the sign is unnecessary since most all of them “share the same values,” notes CBS 58.

“In this small community, I don’t think it’s a problem,” said local Liz Torrison. “We’re all just liking each other and having fun.”

–By Emmanuel
ThreePercenterNation.com

Honda to Bring Monkey and Super Cub C125 to U.S.–No, you’re not having flashbacks. Hearkening back to the days when you’d meet the nicest people on a Honda, the chrome-fendered, high-piped Monkey (available in Banana Yellow, naturally) and the classic Super Cub C125 will be available in the U.S. in celebration of American Honda’s 60th Anniversary.

THE ACTION NEVER STOPS—We’ve been hit with new internet taxes from Wisconsin. It may mean that in the future we can no longer deal with companies or customers in Wisconsin. But tonight I listened to the Supreme Court debate. South Dakota is considering the same.

I’m now forced to pay my bookkeeper, my accountant, a Wisconsin accountant, a Wisconsin consultant, and the state. I’ll let you know what happens.

But wait, watch for the Race of Gentlemen on Bikernet this evening. And the SmokeOut coverage later tomorrow.

Hang on for this one. Eric Bennett just bought this Keith Ruxton rebuilt, Jammer/Easyriders Streamliner engine and is building a bike for the Tennessee Revival event. More reports are coming up. We helped with some 4-speed trans parts.

There are parties tonight. The Commander of the SmokeOut is arriving tomorrow. Michael Lichter will return after Born Free on Sunday and we will visit local shops.

But for now I’ll have a Gentlemen Jack and relax.

Ride Free Forever,

–Bandit

After a 24 hour van ride to a galaxy far, far away (aka New Jersey), we entered the new dimension in motorcycle events that just might be the savior of American motorcycling. My best bud and partner, Berry Wardlaw (“the engine guy”), side kick Dana Peters, Spike Johnson, and I set out to behold the Annual The Race of Gentlemen (TROG) in Wildwood, New Jersey. The event is a result of the vision of founder, Mel Stultz, and fellow members of the Oilers’ Car and Motorcycle Club. It was billed as a “multi-day celebration that pays tribute to the early days of racing”. Antique cars and bikes were gonna lay it all on the line to blast down an 1/8th mile beach track on the south Jersey shoreline. Naturally aspirated time machines would battle for bragging rights and maybe a trophy or two. Racing…I’m all in. Antique racing…that’s just stupid cool and worth any trip that we had to make.

 

 

The “Night of the Troglodytes” party boasted 60’s and 70’s rides that recalled a time when long front ends ruled, lace paint jobs were the coolest, chrome was king, and bikers had tall sissy bar envy. Upswept pipes, bad ass graphics, and king/queen seats were all represented. Dave Perewitz hung out and accepted the girls’…I mean, the crowds’ affection. Set the time machine to 1972. Mission accomplished. But I was ready for the relative comfort of my motel. Billy and Warren Lane (a hugely talented builder in his own right) had rolled in from Florida with Fast Freddie (God Speed Racing). Tom Keefer (Franklin Church Choppers) and Rick Petko joined the mix and it was on. Racing, wrenching, and motor specs were all that was discussed in a mature manner. Um, I’m lying. I had a motel room full full of men that had just turned 14 years-old again with all of the adolescent enthusiasm that comes that age. Now, there’s a memorable evening…into morning. 

Pit passes were available to the general public and apparently the number sold was unlimited. The place was swamped. The staging area for the racers was confined behind a fence that saved them from the absolute chaos of hundreds who wanted to get up close and personal with the racers and their machines. Gritty, loud, and raw…perfect. Crowded and sketchy…not so perfect. In an attempt to shelter the racers from the madness, security manned all accesses to the shore. The problem was that a true mechanic’s pit pass was just the same as Joe Farmer from Iowa’s pit pass. True race team members Without an act of God or incredible luck, all were excluded from shore access. As a member of the press and standing at a demure 5 foot nothing, it meant creative photography, lens changes, and turning on whatever charm I had penetrate the 10 person deep mass that crowded the fence areas. Frustrating? Yup. Fun anyway? Hell, yeah.

THE AIM/NCOM MOTORCYCLE E-NEWS SERVICE is brought to you by Aid to Injured Motorcyclists (A.I.M.) and the National Coalition of Motorcyclists (NCOM), and is sponsored by the Law Offices of Richard M. Lester. If you’ve been involved in any kind of accident, call us at 1-(800) ON-A-BIKE or visit www.ON-A-BIKE.com.

NCOM BIKER NEWSBYTES
Compiled & Edited by Bill Bish,
National Coalition of Motorcyclists (NCOM)

NEW ‘A BIKER’S GUIDE TO MAKING LAW’ BROCHURE AVAILABLE FROM NCOM
The latest in a line of “BIKER’S GUIDE” brochures was recently unveiled during the Mock Legislative Session at this year’s NCOM Convention in Mobile, Alabama. Conducted by the National Coalition Of Motorcyclists’ Legislative Task Force (NCOM-LTF), the seminar was a hands-on demonstration of passing legislation, providing a perfect opportunity to unveil the new “A BIKER’S GUIDE TO MAKING LAW” educational brochure of similar topic.

The new tri-fold brochure was produced by the NCOM-LTF to explain how to get a bill introduced and lobby for pro-motorcycle legislation, and is being provided free of charge to any Motorcycle Rights Organization (MRO), Confederation of Clubs (COC), NCOM Member Group, club or organization, through Aid to Injured Motorcyclists (A.I.M.) and the Law Offices of Richard M. Lester.

“The Biker’s Guide was well received,” said Frank Ernst, Chairman of the NCOM-LTF following the mock session on May 12th. “After we passed them out, many attendees came up and asked if they could have additional copies, and most agreed it is a valuable tool and will give people help on how to get started in the process.”

A BIKER’S GUIDE TO MAKING LAW joins previous titles in the educational series which includes; RUNNING FOR PUBLIC OFFICE, COMMUNICATING WITH GOVERNMENT, and NEWS MEDIA RELATIONS, and for free copies for you and your motorcycle group, call A.I.M./NCOM at (800) ON-A-BIKE (800-662-2453).

Nationwide motorcycle traffic fatalities dropped by 5.6% from 2016 to 2017, a new report shows. The Governors Highway Safety Association released a report in May showcasing preliminary data on last year’s motorcycle fatalities by state. Per the report, U.S. motorcycle fatalities dropped by 296 deaths — from 5,286 in 2016 to a projected 4,990 last year. That’s coming off a 5.1% increase in such road fatalities from 2015 to 2016, the report states.

The figures reported are projections based on preliminary data provided for 2017 from all 50 states and the District of Columbia. Compared with 2016, motorcyclist fatalities are estimated to have decreased in 30 states, remained the same in two states, and increased in 18 states.

U.S. Representatives Austin Scott (R-GA) and Lois Frankel (D-FL) have introduced the bipartisan “Consumer Protection and Fuel Transparency Act of 2018” to require the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to expand consumer awareness on how to safely use fuel containing more than 10% ethanol.

Since motorcycle and ATV engines are prohibited from using fuel with more than 10% ethanol content, namely E15 (fuel containing 15% ethanol), improved labeling, fuel pump safeguards, and education outreach are key to protecting consumers. E15 fuel is sold at many retail gas stations, and currently 63% of consumers assume all products sold at these stations are safe for their engines despite the fact that high ethanol fuel blends can damage smaller engines and void manufacturer warranties.

With the full support of all 28 member states, the European Union will impose “rebalancing” tariffs on U.S. imports ranging from Harley-Davidson motorcycles to Levi’s jeans beginning in July in retaliation over President Donald Trump’s decision to put duties on European aluminum and steel. After failing to win trade concessions, on June 1 the Trump administration withdrew exemptions given to imported metals from the EU, Canada and Mexico from global tariffs imposed in March, citing “national security” interests.

Harley-Davidson has warned of a “significant impact” on its sales from reprisal duties, saying in a statement; “We believe a punitive, retaliatory tariff on Harley-Davidson motorcycles in any of our major markets would have a significant impact on our sales, our dealers, our suppliers and our customers in those markets.”

The Milwaukee-based Motor Company claims such tariffs on raw materials would inflate its costs by an additional $15-20 million this year.

Likewise, India is countering the Trump tariffs by proposing an increase on import duty on 30 American products, including “specific motorcycles imported from the U.S.”, by up to 100%.

The Motorcycle Industry Council, in coordination with the Congressional Motorcycle Caucus, hosted a briefing on “Intelligent Transportation Systems and Automated Vehicle Applications Impacts on Motorcycle Safety” on May 22. Caucus co-chairs, U.S. Representatives Tim Walberg (R-MI) and Michael Burgess (R-TX) addressed the Caucus’s mission to support riders through education and awareness, the potential for technologies to improve the riding experience and bring in new riders, and why the discussion on how motorcycles will factor into a connected and autonomous world is so important.

The briefing, moderated by Callie Hoyt, MIC’s manager of federal affairs, featured a panel of industry and research experts: Sam Campbell, BMW Group; Gary Higgins, American Honda Motor Company, Inc.; Shane McLaughlin, Virginia Tech Transportation Institute; and Eric Teoh, Insurance Institute for Highway Safety.

“Visibility on the road can equate to life or death for motorcyclists, and human error is a major factor in that equation. If emerging connected and automated technologies are developed to correctly detect and respond to motorcycles, their deployment holds the potential to considerably decrease motorcyclist injury and fatality rates,” Hoyt said.

Panelists discussed how connected and autonomous applications relate to motorcycles, how the applications can supplement one another, and the overall effect that widespread connected and automated technology can have on motorcycling.

Both the House and Senate have been developing legislation that would establish the first federal regulatory framework for autonomous vehicle (AV) technologies. The briefing recognized the importance of ensuring that the needs of everyone on the road — particularly motorcyclists — are addressed in AV legislative and regulatory landscapes, as well as in real-life applications.

Advanced technology will also affect motorcycle rider training programs, and the panel talked about the need to train riders on how to interact with connected and automated vehicles.

It’s not only cars and trucks: automated tech is starting to show up wherever there are wheels, and companies are starting to focus on making motorcycles safer with automated-driving technology. Exposed to the elements and operating on two wheels instead of four, motorcyclists are particularly defenseless in the event of a crash. Yet there’s been little innovation in the motorcycle safety industry until recently.

Earlier this year, major auto parts supplier Bosch announced it was working on driver-assistance systems for motorcycles, like adaptive cruise control, which accelerates and decelerates to avoid potential collisions. Before that, a Canadian startup called Damon X Labs also launched with the intention of creating a similar system for motorcycles.

Now, Israel-based startup Ride Vision is also working on rider safety features for motorcycles, creating an alert system that uses relatively inexpensive front- and rearview cameras to give a 360-degree view of the motorcycle’s immediate surroundings. The system uses lights attached to the motorcycle’s rearview mirrors to alert the motorcyclist when there is a chance of collision — whether there’s a car passing or if the rider is leaning too hard.

Skully Technologies, an Atlanta-based wearable tech company, is introducing a DOT certified motorcycle helmet that has augmented reality and artificial intelligence features including a heads-up display, rearview camera, Smart Phone and Bluetooth integration, with hands-free control and other smart technology.

While some of the self-driving sensors and systems are the same between cars and motorcycles, it’s a notably different product says recode.net; “While the mechanics are different, the automated motorcycle industry will likely move in a similar direction as the autonomous car industry. Startups and suppliers alike will rush to partner with major motorcycle manufacturers to begin testing and then eventually producing vehicles with this technology.”

Motorcycle-only roadside checkpoints first appeared in New York in 2009; functioning like sobriety checkpoints, motorcycle-only checkpoints (MOC) allow law enforcement to pull over motorcyclists without cause, for an on-the-spot safety, license, and helmet inspection. Since then, these so-called safety checkpoints have popped up across the country and have spiked controversy as opponents claim invasion of privacy and discrimination against motorcyclists over the operators of other motor vehicles.

Nineteen states now bar such roadblocks either through legislation or judicial proceedings (AK CA IL ID IA LA MD MO MI MN NC NH OR RI TX VA WA WI & WY), and in 2015 Congress banned the use of federal funds for MOCs as part of the FAST Act highway bill. Yet they continue to be a problem for bikers in some states.

Although in 2011 New Hampshire became the first state to prohibit the use of federal funds to conduct discriminatory motorcycle-only stops by police, the “Live Free Or Die” state recently enacted Senate Bill 516 to prohibit motorcycle-only checkpoints outright.

Signed by Governor Chris Sununu on May 30, 2018, effective immediately; “No law enforcement officer or agency shall establish or conduct motorcycle-only checkpoints.”

Senator Grace Poe of the Philippines has recently filed a resolution in the Senate to look into legislation and ordinances that lead to the discrimination of motorcycle riders. The resolution notes the prevalence of, “stricter checkpoints specifically targeting motorcycle riders and the latter are now perceived by the community as reckless riders and/or prone to criminal activities.”

It cites the following activities as discriminatory to riders: “a. irregular PNP checkpoints; b. national laws that penalize motorcycle riders excessively; c. high fines being imposed against motorcycle riders; and d. local ordinances that have overlooked the income of minimum wage-earning motorists.”

The resolution is hoped to review current legislation, ordinances, and law enforcement practices that specifically target motorcycle riders. Riders of the Philippines recently united several groups to ride in protest of such discriminatory practices, and drew several thousand attendees.

The resolution, filed on May 28, 2018, ends with the statement, “that while it intends to substantially bring down the number of accidents and crimes involving motorcycles, the State shall not do so to the detriment of the rights of motorcycle riders who seem to be treated with automatic disdain and “Harassment” at times.”

Motorcycle racing is in danger in the U.K. and across Europe as new insurance rules loom, and the Motorcycle Industry Association (MIA) has called on EU member governments to reject the latest European Commission proposals, which have the potential to end all competitive motorsports across England…”Even if this means defying Brussels.”

The EU directive amends aspects of the Motor Insurance Directive, responding to the so-called ‘Vnuk’ judgment from 2014 which ruled that all mechanically propelled vehicles must have third-party insurance, even if they are only used on private land.

The insurance industry has already made it clear that it would be difficult to provide such insurance given the risks involved with racing and that doing so could be incredibly expensive and lead to “catastrophic damage inflicted on motorsports across the board if this ruling becomes law,” according to the MIA. In other EU countries where this has already been applied, premiums have risen dramatically making many events unsustainable.

The proposals represent a complete U-turn from the European Commission’s previous position in 2016, when it proposed to exclude vehicles not being used ‘in traffic’. This would have made all forms of motorsports exempt from the impact of the ruling, impacting around £11 billion ($14.6 billion USD) to the U.K. economy alone.

~Henry David Thoreau (1817-62), American Essayist, Philosopher

**Photos from the Bob T. collection**

Harley-Davidson has been reaching out to the younger crowd. This is good for business and it’s good for the future of motorcycling as a whole.

Obsessed with the small details and driven by the pursuit of perfection in his work, Christian Newman is a man on a mission with his Scout Bobber. Learn more about Christian: https://www.indianmotorcycle.com/en-u…

In the charming setting of Biarritz, before thousands of bikers who came together for the traditional Wheels and Waves event, Moto Guzzi unveiled the new Moto Guzzi V7 III Limited, the most recent stylistic interpretation of the renowned “seven-fifty” from Mandello.

The popular festival dedicated to the pairing of bikes and surfboards – Roberto D’Amico, one of the best and most respected Italian surfers faced the beach break of the French Atlantic coast with the Moto Guzzi logo on his board – was the perfect setting for the début of this exclusive limited edition in just 500 numbered units. The V7 III Limited combines the classic and elegant chromium look with refined hi-tech materials such as carbon fibre and aluminium: the eclectic, modern look reiterates how well the V7 III lends itself to customisation, an extremely youthful bike but at the same time a symbol of all that is ‘Made in Italy’, popular across the board with a diverse public.

On the Moto Guzzi V7 III Limited, the numerous chromium plated parts are reminiscent of the purest Classic world, beginning with the chromium fuel tank, “wrapped” on the top under a black leather vintage-look strap. On the sides, the unmistakeable Moto Guzzi eagle is done in a particular burnished finish: after all, black is another recurring element on the V7 III Limited, from the alloy wheels to the saddle with “old school” stitching, as well as the typical pattern of carbon fibre, the material used for the front and rear fenders and the side panels. The locking fuel cap is made from billet aluminium, as are the handlebar risers which bear the model’s laser inscribed serial number.

The Moto Guzzi 750 twin-cylinder also has a refined look, with the throttle body covers made of black anodised aluminium and the cylinder heads with milled cooling fins that create another contrasting effect. The essential instrumentation is a single, circular display with analogue speedometer and the other information contained on a digital display.

Riders who’ve made the move to the new 2018+ Harley-Davidson Softail Models can now get the protection and comfort of the Desert Dawgs Rain Guards/Wind Deflectors!

Keep the rain off your feet and reduce those annoying updrafts and helmet buffeting. And there’s more:

• repel road spray from front wheel and flared front fender
• keep bug juice off motorcycle chrome (and legs!)
• allow engine cooling – NO temperature restriction!
• does not affect bike handling
• accommodates all standard foot peg settings (does not apply to Mustache fitment)
• Ultra-Pockets on both sides for extra carrying capacity (garage door opener, sunglasses, camera case, etc.)

Unlike competitive products, the Desert Dawgs are easy-on, easy-off. They require NO special tools or maintenance, and can be rolled/folded and stored in a saddlebag when not in use. Choose from Original or Bling It Out with chrome studs!

Desert Dawgs are now shipping for both the Standard and the Mustache engine guard bars (see all Harley fitments here).

They will fit the following models: Fat Bob, Fat Boy, Heritage Classic, Low Rider, Deluxe, Breakout, Softail Slim, Street Bob & Sport Glide.