Compiled & Edited by Bill Bish Industry & Legislative Motorcycle News from USA and the world National Coalition of Motorcyclists (NCOM) News provides updates on motorcycle industry, market, legislation, rights of bikers, motorcyclists in USA, and motorcycle news from around the world. Click Here to read the NCOM News on Bikernet.com In the news this […]
NCOM Biker Newsbytes for April 2023 Read More »
Hey, This has been a very interesting week as you will see in the news. We are simple humans with tremendous resources and options. We get the opportunity daily to test our abilities. Like I said recently, we just need to get out of bed in the morning and hit it as hard as we
Heatin’ Up Bikernet Weekly News for April 13, 2023 Read More »
Hey, As you know, we’re living in very strange times. Unfortunately, so many of our issues revolve around the very backbone premise of our country, truth and free speech. So, hang on. Bikers have made a difference in the past. Let’s see what a bunch of grubby bikers can do now. The news contains it
The Stand-up Bikernet Weekly News for April 6, 2023 Read More »
California Introduces Bill to Legalize Cruising Encourage support from lawmakers on this proposal: California has introduced SAN-supported legislation (AB 436) to allow automobile cruising activities to return statewide. Currently, local authorities are authorized to pass ordinances that regulate or prohibit cruising. This effort follows a resolution approved by the legislature last year celebrating the history
CA Automobile Cruising Bill (AB 436) Requires Your Support Read More »
Click Here to read this week’s news only on Bikernet.com Hey, I’m focused on a couple of things this week. Being focused leads to accomplishing goals. I like having goals. It gives life direction and meaning. This was an exciting week for me. With another leader in the motorcycle industry, we may have started a
The Focused Bikernet Weekly News for March 30th, 2023 Read More »
by Bandit with photos by Weed I’m facing a number of challenges. I’ve also faced some pressure lately and I don’t like to associate pressure or stress with building motorcycles. Hell, I moved to motorcycle Nirvana in the Black Hills to duck the bullshit California riders face daily. I thought I could just tinker in
5-Ball VL,XA,FL Knucklehead build, Part 3 Read More »
With Wild News from all over the planet… I just turned 75, and look at all the cool stuff I can do this year. Think about kids today, all the stuff they can do on their phones daily. They don’t need to chop wood to cook breakfast or hunt for something to eat. Life is
Life’s Opportunities Bikernet Weekly News for March 23, 2023 Read More »
Click Here to read this week’s News only on Bikernet.com It’s Not All Bad Hey, Check this from Ray in Australia. “Difficult times in life are like washing machines; they twist us, spin us and knock us around, but in the end, we come out cleaner, brighter, and better than before.” –Ray Russell At Black
Difficult Times Bikernet Weekly News for March 16th, 2023 Read More »
If you keep an eye on yourself you can see your moods change and why. I’m going to cruise over to Cabana Dans next week. I need to cover his final pieces for his restored 1914 H-D Twin before they head to Tim the Flat Earth pinstripper in Spearfish, SD. I’ll sneak into Tim’s shop
Gotta Dream Bikernet Weekly News for March 2nd, 2023 Read More »
Industry & Legislative Motorcycle News from USA and the world Compiled & Edited by Bill Bish Click Here to read the February 2023 NCOM News on Bikernet.com YAMAHA PLEDGES 10 MILLION YEN TO TURKEY-SYRIA EARTHQUAKE RELIEF HONDA SHOOTS FOR THE MOON EUROPEAN UNION PROPOSES DIGITAL DRIVING LICENSES SKILLS CRISIS OVER LACK OF YOUNG PEOPLE WORKING
NCOM Biker Newsbytes for February 2023 Read More »
Hey, Life is full of options. Hell, try to buy a couch, a computer or a refrigerator. The options will kick your ass. Options can be daunting — Especially if you have a list of dire projects looming over you like a gray sky. Ah, but the other option is to reframe your list into
The Options Bikernet Weekly News for February 16th, 2023 Read More »
by Bandit with illustrations by George Fleming and Dick Allen On a rainstorm washed Saturday morning in the Cantina Bandit stormed down the stairs. “Margaret, where the fuck are you?” Margaret stocked the Bar every Saturday morning like clockwork, but orders faded. Bandit wasn’t buying as much booze recently. The bar still filled up, but
Bandit’s Cantina Episode 102 Read More »
Click Here to read the latest Weekly News only on Bikernet.com I receive numerous inspirational quotes from brothers here, in India and from Ray in Australia. I enjoy them, find solace, comfort and inspiration in seemingly troubled times. Here’s the odd aspect and I say this a lot. These are the best of times. We
Higher Authority Bikernet Weekly News for February 2, 2023 Read More »
by Dennis Chung from https://www.motorcycle.com Streetbike for Asia and a Riding Academy bike for the US Harley-Davidson held its big 120th anniversary reveal last week, and for the most part, the announcement included the bikes we expected, such as the Nightster Special, and the return of the Breakout with a Milwaukee-Eight 117ci engine. What we
What We Know About the 2023 Harley-Davidson X350 and X350RA Read More »
Track Day x February 5th @ Fox Raceway We are so excited to finally bring back our annual track day at our home track, Fox Raceway in Pala, CA. This event is for the entire fam and there is no event sign up or extra cost to attend other than the track fee you pay
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by Bandit and Sam Burns The ultimate destination for motorcycle enthusiasts this last weekend Bike builders, bike riders, and bargain hunters went to see cool shit, meet people, and score deals on the best riding gear, parts and accessories available in rain- soaked SoCal. Click Here to view this Photo Feature Article on Bikernet.com *
Biltwell Parts & Labor Custom Motorcycle Expo 2023 Read More »
Monster Energy and Yamaha Racing celebrate partnership with a new global race team livery for the 2023 MotoGP, AMA Supercross and Motocross, and MXGP seasons MARIETTA, Ga. – January 20, 2023 – Yamaha Motor Corporation, USA (YMUS) is pleased to announce a renewal with Monster Energy, and a strengthened global partnership celebrated with a new
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Join the Cantina to support Bikernet.com, stay wild and free forever; click here to view options Tons of material headed your way from features to techs to wild industry reports. Chris Callen stepped up with a report on his Cycle Source publishing efforts. In the meantime join your local motorcycle rights group and ride fast
Reparations Bikernet Weekly News for January 19, 2023 Read More »
Click Here to Read the Weekly News only on Bikernet.com Hey, This week we published a piece about the state of the Chopper magazine market on Bikernet. As usual, when we delve into a topic, shit gets crazy. It’s the nature of every industry. Fifty years ago, life was simple, but exploding. It’s still exploding.
The Editorial Bikernet Weekly News for January 12, 2023 Read More »
Click Here to Read this Week’s News only on Bikernet.com Hey, Another magnificent day in Paradise. If you’re into politics I know you’re on the edge of your seat. If you’re into football, you’re on the edge of your seat. If you’re into chopper building, you’re on the edge of your bench trying to make
Rockin’ the New Year Bikernet Weekly News for January 5, 2023 Read More »
Click Here to Read this week’s News only on Bikernet.com Hey, It’s that time of the year, when we reflect on what we’ve done in 2022 and what we plan for 2023. Think about all of the anecdotes and the sheer potential of life in America. Like I told my grandson, it’s time to dream
What’s It Going To Be Bikernet Weekly News for Dec 29, 2022 Read More »
Compiled & Edited by Bill Bish Industry & Legislative Motorcycle News from USA and the world Click Here to read this month’s NCOM news coverage on Bikernet.com This month’s NCOM news covers topics as varied as: Congress requires NHTSA to force Automakers to monitor drivers Best and Worst Drivers in the USA presented State-wise Unvaccinated
NCOM Biker Newsbytes for December 2022 Read More »
by Bandit, Wayfarer, Bob T., Berry Green, Rogue, Sam Burns, the Redhead, Jim Waggaman, Laura, RFR and the rest of the gang. Click Here to read the latest weekly news only on Bikernet.com I want to wish everyone the best of Holidays. I know times are tough and challenging, but I have serious hopes for
Merry Christmas Bikernet Weekly News for December 22, 2022 Read More »
This week, thousands of American bikers contacted their elected officials to express concern about recent crashes involving motorcycles and cars believed to be in self-driving mode. Specifically, three crashes this summer, which occurred in California, Florida and Utah have been a major topic of conversation for the nearly 10 million motorcyclists in this country. In
NHTSA: Your Action Matters! Read More »