Hey,
The weather is rapidly changing. The election is almost over and I hope everyone voted. Next week will be damn exciting. I have confidence in America and as you know, in freedom.
Here’s the really good, positive news from the Bikernet Headquarters in Wilmington, California. We may have a plan for moving some unwanted staff members to Deadwood and keeping the Wilmington fort. That’s not the news.
Micah McCloskey came from the valley to the coast on Sunday, when the traffic is nil around the Port. With the help of Zack and Gearhead, we lifted the Salt Torpedo off the lift and set it on the deck. Micah guided it into the backyard and fired it to life. The JIMS engine sounds magnificent with the exhaust system build partially by Bub and partially by me and San Pedro muffler. It was recently repaired after we rolled the torpedo during a test run.
Zack jumped on his Sportster, which we recently rewired and repaired and prepared to pace the Torpedo on it’s first handling test. Mike Stevenson and I recently did our damnest to align the Torpedo after the new front axle was installed, and the wheels repaired. Paughco also built us a new gas tank.
I installed the bottom of the belly tank last week in hopes that our test would be successful and we could prepare for a speed run, maybe in the desert. Micah assured me that he would take it easy on his first pass down Harry Bridges, the largest thoroughfare leading in and out of the Port of LA.
It sprinkled in the morning, the first rain of the season, so the worn asphalt was slick. Micah followed the code and took it slow for the first couple of blocks. With Zack pacing him he slipped along the wide boulevard and then turned right for the return pass. I stood in the street to watch the Torpedo heading back towards the shop. It seemed to be tracking straight.
Micah was positive but wanted to let the street dry, so he could make one more pass and hit some speed over 50 mph. We waited and shot the shit in the shop. The sun threatened over the harbor and dried the cracking asphalt.
More confident, Micah slipped under the canopy with his race helmet on and fired the JIMS 135 Twin Cam to life. He popped over the gate railing, into the street with Zack beside him and blasted down the street. He was back in a flash and again seemed to track perfectly. He blasted into the shop with his gloved thumb held high.
Sometime today, I’m going to make a call about a speed run in the desert. Let’s hit the news.
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THIS DAY IN HISTORY
October 29, 1929
Stock market crashes on Black Tuesday
Black Tuesday hits Wall Street as investors trade 16,410,030 shares on the New York Stock Exchange in a single day. Billions of dollars were lost, wiping out thousands of investors, and stock tickers ran hours behind because the machinery could not handle the tremendous volume of trading. In the aftermath of Black Tuesday America and the rest of the industrialized world spiraled downward into the Great Depression.
During the 1920s, the U.S. stock market underwent rapid expansion, reaching its peak in August 1929, a period of wild speculation. By then, production had already declined and unemployment had risen, leaving stocks in great excess of their real value. Among the other causes of the eventual market collapse were low wages, the proliferation of debt, a weak agriculture, and an excess of large bank loans that could not be liquidated.
–from History.com
A BROTHER RECEIVES HIS BANDIT MADE BELT BUCKLE--Incredible Righteous Distinctive and Massively Cool Piece of Art! Comfortable and beautiful on my favorite leather stiched belt! Blew my mind to see it arrive so fast!
My mind however was even more blown when we first chatted. You sir are a Living Legend! Your Enormous contribution to our life style is Massive Greatly Appreciated and Forever!!!!!!!!!!!
Thanks for the extra stuff. I’m gonna start on the book tonight, and look forward to joining your Cantina. If I can ever help you in anyway please let me know.
Your grateful brother
–Robert
BLACK TECHNICIANS AT HARLEY–
I read the story on Paris McGowan it very uplifting to see another woman in the field but the story is Incorrect she is not the first female black technician at Harley-Davidson she is actually the third.
To explain why I said she is third with the history behind my statement along with the details of the 2 women before her. I am not discrediting her accomplishment but the lack of research to claim she is the first is a total discredit to the two ladies before her.
The first black Lady is named Alisha Healy she is a Master Technician of the Rubber City Harley-Division in Ohio she has been in the position as Master Tech for 9 years and was featured in the magazine Harley’s University Shop Talk Magazine article Women on the Rise 2018. She talks about her struggle and determination to be in a field dominated by men and an inspiration to other women in general.
The second black lady who is not only Black but Hispanic is Selena Terrazas she is 25 years old she graduated from Motorcycle Mechanics Institute in Phoenix AZ in November of 2017 specializing in Harleys Davidson motorcycles. Her first position was with Top Rocker Harley-Davidson in Canoga Park Ca for a 1 and 1/2 year she now has moved to Harley- Davidson of Santa Clarita and has been there 1 year with advancement training to be completed at MMI again to become an Advanced Technician her current career time is 2 1/2 years. She is known around the dealers in California and Harleys Master Techs as the first women they have worked with in California under Harley in the past 30 years.
Please understand that an article that showcases women of color should be correct since there are other women in the field that may not be known to the author but substantial researched should be done to give credit to all women.
In conclusion, I am the mother of Selena Terrazas and I am extremely proud she is in her career and has encouraged her to be independent and strong in the world where men dominate a field. As I am the only Black female in my company who is a Property Inspector in a male-dominated field of working with Commerical, Residential, New Construction housing for investors in the Southern California Region and out of state properties.
As a woman of color, I pride myself and my children to excel and take on positions that challenged the mind. I commend the article showcasing Paris Mcgowan but not the statement she is the first, that should go to Alisha Healy then followed by my daughter Selena Terrazas and Paris McGowan who have broken barriers in Harley as black female technicians.
Sincerely
–Dana Marzette- Hernandez
UNDISPUTED: INDIAN CHALLENGER OFFICIALLY BECOMES “KING OF THE BAGGERS” WITH DRAMATIC VICTORY AT LAGUNA SECA
Inaugural Bagger Road Race Sees Indian Challengers Claim Two of Three Podium Spots as Road Racer Tyler O’Hara Takes the Victory on the S&S Cycle Indian Challenger & Frankie Garcia Takes Third Place on the Roland Sands Design Indian Challenger
MINNEAPOLIS (October 27, 2020) – Indian Motorcycle, America’s First Motorcycle Company, added to its racing legacy with a historic win at the inaugural Drag Specialties King of the Baggers invitational at Laguna Seca Raceway.
Facing a field of 11 Harley-Davidsons, the S&S Cycle Indian Challenger, piloted by highly decorated motorcycle racing Champion Tyler O’Hara, captured the win, while veteran rider Frankie Garcia put his Roland Sands Design Indian Challenger on the box with a third-place finish. Claiming two out of three podium positions, the Indian Challenger dramatically showcased its superiority on one of road-racing’s most iconic and technical tracks.
The historic race played out in truly dramatic fashion. Barely, 24-hours after an accident where he “looped” his 600-lb. machine during qualifying, Frankie Garcia rebounded taking the holeshot.
But it was O’Hara who immediately established a commanding lead through the first three laps. With five laps remaining, an off-track mishap sent O’Hara back to third and Garcia to second, allowing veteran rider Hayden Gillim to take the lead. From there, O’Hara began a patient, methodical comeback, working his way past Garcia and dramatically passing Gillim while diving into the famed “corkscrew” during the penultimate lap. O’Hara held strong for the final lap winning the inaugural race by 1.9 seconds and earning the title “King of the Baggers.”
“It’s an incredible honor for us to race on this historic track at this historic event, against a field of incredibly talented teams and riders, and we’re absolutely thrilled to come away victorious,” said Gary Gray, Vice President – Racing, Technology and Service for Indian Motorcycle. “Tyler, Frankie and the S&S Cycle and RSD teams did an incredible job and ultimately, they were able to show the world just how special the Indian Challenger is. We couldn’t be more proud of them or our bike.”
Race fans witnessed history, as the inaugural King of the Baggers reached social media viewers in record numbers – recording over two million views and more than 30,000 Facebook shares.
“Watching 13 baggers carving through Laguna Seca’s famed “Corkscrew” was a special moment in motorcycle racing,” said Reid Wilson, Vice President for Indian Motorcycle. “That said, watching the new Indian Challenger defeat 11 highly-modified Harley Davidsons was a monumental achievement and dramatic validation for the work our product designers and engineers have put into developing the Indian Challenger.”
The inaugural King of the Baggers race could not have been more appropriately timed for the Indian Challenger. In a year that saw Indian Motorcycle introduce the new bagger with the Challenger Challenge – a dealer test-ride program that invited riders to compare the Indian Challenger head-to-head against the Harley-Davidson® Road Glide® Special – the inaugural race created a dramatic extension of the marketing program in a full-fledged competitive racing format.
The victory at “King of the Baggers” also came on the heels of Indian Motorcycle Racing earning its fourth consecutive Grand National Championship and Manufacturer’s Championship in the American Flat Track racing series.
Biker Calls for Community Support to Win Custom Bike Build on Popular TV Show
Local biker makes an appeal for votes to bring attention to his cause.
Orange County Choppers is giving away an opportunity to build a custom chopper to the fan with the most votes. The show’s main character and owner of Orange County Choppers Paul Teutul Sr. wants to give one lucky bike enthusiast the opportunity of a lifetime.
World of Soul Motorcycle Community’s founder Terry Hardy wants you to vote for him.
The winner will receive a custom dream bike built entirely from scratch. This year’s winner will also join Paul Teutul Sr. and the Orange County Choppers crew on an upcoming episode and receive their very own feature on the cover of Cycle Source Magazine!
Terry is a community advocate who is involved in encouraging bikers to surface on the issue of education, primarily exposing students to Historically Black Colleges and Universities through a college tour experience.
“Fifteen years ago, I found my passion in motorcycling and using it as a platform to help students get to and through college.
My most recent motorcycle’s engine failed me. I have struggled to get back behind the throttle under the circumstances; an over $45,000 expense. A new motorcycle is necessary to reach riders where they are locally, regionally and nationally to garner attention and support.
I want the exposure of a custom-build featured on the Orange County Choppers show.
To have a bike built by a national icon such as Paul Teutul Sr. and be featured on the cover of a magazine would be good, not only for me, but for Chicago also as we move forward a major campaign to support students with their pursuit of a post-secondary education.
I would take the motorcycle to major rallies and at as many motorcycle industry trade shows our budget would allow. I would take it to various high schools and college campuses as part of our promotion to support the motorcycle community’s role in education.”
Vote for Terry Hardy at https://dreamchopper.com/2020/terry-hardy-2 today and every day until voting for the top 15 candidates ends Thursday the 5th of November at 11PM EST.
For more information regarding how you can support the organization’s work go to www.rideforchangerideforhope.org or call Terry Hardy directly at 773-220-2602.
Terry Hardy
President
World of Soul, Inc., a for profit corporation
World of Soul Motorcycle Community, Inc.
Ride for CHANGE Ride for HOPE Foundation
2150 S. Canalport Ave. Suite #2A-11
Chicago, Illinois 60608
773.220.2602
www.worldofsoul.me
NEW FROM TWIN POWER– M-8 Electrical Components
Distributed exclusively by Tucker Powersports, Twin Power has introduced new high-quality M-8 electrical components that meet or exceed OEM specifications.
Starters
The new high-quality 1.4 kW starters are genuine, 100% new replacements, not remanufactured or refurbished items, and are backed by a limited manufacturer’s lifetime warranty. Available for 2017-2020 FLH/FLT and for selected (most) 2018-2020 Softails.
Stators
Offered in both molded and unmolded variations, these premium grade 48A replacement stators are wound with high-temperature 100% copper wire and feature heavy-duty, oil resistant leads with O.E.M. style connectors. The kits include mounting hardware, are produced by an ISO certified factory and backed by a one-year manufacturer’s warranty. Available for most M-8 Touring and Softail models.
Electronic Regulators
“High quality 50A electronic regulators at an affordable price,” says Brand Manager James Simonelli. Backed by a one-year manufacturer’s warranty, they are available for 2017-2020 FLH and FLT.
Starter Clutch
Often hard to source, “especially for late-model applications,” says Simonelli. This Twin Power starter clutch is a 100 percent stock replacement for all M-8 models from 2017-2020.
Ignition Coils
“Twin Power coils are a high-quality direct fit with at least 20% more voltage than stock,” says Simonelli. “These high-quality, molded epoxy coils in a late O.E.M. style molded case are for 12 volt (0.4 ohm) H-D ignition systems and really do increase peak spark voltage by 20% or more – I’ve seen the test results! They improve starting, stops, high-speed misfires, mileage and overall performance.” Available in black and chrome for M-8 Touring and Softail applications, they come with a one-year manufacturer’s warranty.
Starter Solenoids
Available for all M-8 applications and another component that is “not yet as readily available as it’s going to need to be,” according to Simonelli, “it is another robust, durable 100 percent stock replacement from Twin Power.”
TUCKER V-TWIN
www.tucker.com/v-twin
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–from AMD
JUST IN FROM THE FACTORY–Harley-Davidson officially spins off new electric bicycle company with stunning first model
This is it. Harley-Davidson has been teasing us with the prospect of their own in-house electric bicycles for over two years. And today the bar-and-shield motorcycle manufacturer has finally announced its new dedicated electric bicycle brand known as Serial 1 Cycle Company.
The brand’s name is an homage to the very first motorcycle ever built by Harley-Davidson in 1903, named “Serial Number One.”
Back then, motorcycles were essentially just bicycles with a small engine placed in front of the pedals.
And so it is fitting that the company’s first electric bicycle is a nod to that very first H-D motorcycle. Check out both in the video below to see how well they nailed the tribute.
As Serial 1 Cycle Company’s brand director Aaron Frank explained in a statement provided to Electrek:
When Harley-Davidson first put power to two wheels in 1903, it changed how the world moved, forever. Inspired by the entrepreneurial vision of Harley-Davidson’s founders, we hope to once again change how cyclists and the cycling-curious move around their world with a Serial 1 eBicycle.
The new e-bike brand from H-D actually began life as a skunkworks project in Harley-Davidson’s Product Development Center.
As the company explained, they began with “a small group of passionate motorcycle and bicycle enthusiasts working with a single focus to design and develop an eBicycle worthy of the Harley-Davidson name.”
Ultimately, they decided along with H-D to spin off the brand into a dedicated electric bicycle company that could focus purely on delivering a premium e-bike product and experience.
In addition to Aaron Frank, other major players from H-D’s in-house e-bike program that made the jump to Serial 1 Cycle Company include Jason Huntsman, president; Ben Lund, vice president; and Hannah Altenburg, lead brand marketing specialist.
–Micah Toll, Electrek
Harley-Davidson Inc. stock rises Tuesday, outperforms market
Shares of Harley-Davidson Inc. HOG, +22.06% soared 22.07% to $35.40 Tuesday, on what proved to be an all-around dismal trading session for the stock market, with the S&P 500 Index SPX, -0.30% falling 0.30% to 3,390.68 and Dow Jones Industrial Average DJIA, -0.80% falling 0.80% to 27,463.19. Harley-Davidson Inc. closed $5.46 below its 52-week high ($40.86), which the company achieved on October 29th.
The stock outperformed some of its competitors Tuesday, as Bayerische Motoren Werke AG ADR BMWYY, -3.14% fell 3.14% to $24.06, Honda Motor Co. Ltd. ADR HMC, -1.39% fell 1.39% to $24.12, and Polaris Inc. PII, +0.53% rose 0.54% to $92.04. Trading volume (41.5 M) eclipsed its 50-day average volume of 3.1 M.
Editor’s Note: This story was auto-generated by Automated Insights using data from Dow Jones and FactSet. See our market data terms of use.
–MarketWatch
SCARY SHIT FROM LOWBROW– When it comes to motorcycles, there is a lot of tacky stuff out there.
We wanted to create some motorcycle-related Halloween photos that weren’t hokey and share them with you all.
Several of us donned some classic movie monster costumes and enjoyed some time in a local graveyard…
Werewolf on a Triumph motorcycle
Frankenstein (Tyler), Bride of Frankenstein (Amanda) with a 1975 Harley Shovelhead chopper and and a Werewolf (Todd) with a Triumph bobber.
We hope you enjoy them!
QUICK, New Bikernet Reader Comment!--Sam’s Picks for the Week, October 27, 2020
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Great story, I love these. Here in Charlotte I had a great friend He passed away about 4 years ago. I met him when I came to Charlotte. I worked part time at a small shop here. He would come in and sit for hours telling stories of the outlaw life here I miss him We were in a club together. By the way great looking bikes!
–Mike Pullin
THE POLISHED NUTS KNUCKLE HAMMER-– Jason Momoa’s Hands-On Collab With Nash
This newest version of the Jason Momoa x Nash Motorcycle Co Knuckle Hammer is truly unique. We’ve taken the original design and finish to a new level by hand polishing the iconic Knucklehead nuts just like they would have been on a 1930’s-40’s Harley-Davidson Knucklehead. This piece really stands out and makes for a great addition to your tool chest or something to hang on the wall for Harley enthusiasts to gawk at for years to come.
QUICK, OPEN THE BANDIT’S CANTINA BAD JOKE LIBRARY—No Mask Required.
The Woman Marine Pilot
The teacher gave her 5 th grade class an assignment: Get their parents to tell them a story with a moral at the end of it.
The next day, the kids came back and, one by one, began to tell their stories.
There were all the regular types of stuff… spilled milk, pennies saved, etc.
But then the teacher realized, much to her dismay, that only Janie was left.
Janie, she asked, “Do you have a story to share?”
‘Yes, ma’am. My daddy told me a story about my Mommy. She was a Marine pilot in Desert Storm, & her plane got hit.
She had to bail out over enemy territory, & all she had was a flask of whiskey, a pistol & a survival knife.
She drank the whiskey on the way down so the bottle wouldn’t break, & then her parachute landed her right in the middle of 20 Iraqi troops.
She shot 15 of them with the pistol, until she ran out of bullets, killed four more with the knife, till the blade broke & then she killed the last Iraqi with her bare hands’.
‘Good Heavens,’ said the horrified teacher. ‘What did your Daddy tell you was the moral to this horrible story?
‘He said to stay away from Mommy when she’s been drinking.’
–El Waggs
Officially Certified Librarian
Bandit’s Cantina™
Bad Joke Library
NEW OLD FROM THE NATIONA MOTORCYCLE MUSEUM--1974 Triumph TR5T Trophy Trail. By 1973 two-stroke powered motorcycles dominated off-road competition of all types. Yet in 1972, Triumph Corporation, USA decided to field an ISDE team of three riders on their 500cc twin, the TR5 Trophy Trail. This was late in the life of the traditional British motorcycle. Frames were iron lugged with steel tubing, suspension travel minimum and true weight near 400 pounds. Yet a group of riders skilled at handling these big machines did well in international competition.
The International Six Days Enduro is a traditional event held annually at various points on the globe since 1913. With no cooperation from the Triumph factory, project manager Bob Tryon and six techs in their southern California shop, reworked six freshly uncrated stock machines. With a combination of after-market and custom fabricated parts they built one bike, thoroughly tested and perfected it, went about completing six total and headed for Pittsfield, Massachusetts, the site of the 1973 ISDE. Dave Mungenast, John Greenrose and Ken Harvey each finished this grueling enduro with silver medals, a great accomplishment made greater when considering the dated technical status of their machines.
According to the Triumph Factory Records only a total of 921 TR5T’s were made in 1974 with 759 of them shipped to the United States. The TR5T was touted as an ‘off road’ bike, and the majority (634) were shipped to the East coast Distributor Triumph Corporation in Baltimore. The other 125 were shipped to the West coast Distributor, Johnson Motors. Perhaps that split was because the bike made a great name for itself in the East due to its performance in the 1973 ISDT held that year in Massachusetts, or the West coast riders were riding Bultacos, Huskys, Maicos, Pentons, even Hondas by then.
Read the whole story in the NMA web site.–Bandit
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HARLEY-DAVIDSON LIVEWIRE MOTORCYCLE SHOWS THE THRILLS OF DRAG RACING’S FUTURE IN “SCIENCE OF SPEED”–Watch Screamin’ Eagle/Vance & Hines Drag Racing Team Launch into the Future
MILWAUKEE (October 29, 2020) – See what it takes to win in the NHRA Pro Stock Motorcycle championship and the future of drag racing with the 10-time champion Harley-Davidson™ Screamin’ Eagle™/Vance & Hines drag racing team in Harley-Davidson’s latest production “Science of Speed.” Team racers Eddie Krawiec, Andrew Hines, and Angelle Sampey talk through the skills, strategies, and experience of running a motorcycle through the quarter-mile dragstrip.
“Science of Speed” looks at how electric vehicle propulsion will change the sport of drag racing by comparing a 2020 Harley-Davidson FXDR motorcycle to a 2020 Harley-Davidson LiveWire™ motorcycle. With the LiveWire motorcycle’s immediate torque and seamless twist-and-go acceleration, the racers are immediately aware of what the future of fast can bring: more time for preparation before launch; thrilling, instant acceleration; and seamless speed to the finish line.
“Let me tell you what’s amazing,” said Sampey. “That was the first time I rode the LiveWire. I could not wait to get it on the track. The LiveWire is so easy to ride. Just twist the throttle and go – and you really go!”
On September 4, 2020, Sampey, a three-time Pro Stock Motorcycle champion, set new records for elapsed time and top speed by an electric-powered production motorcycle with the LiveWire on a drag racing course. She stepped off her Harley-Davidson FXDR™ Pro Stock competition motorcycle to pilot the LiveWire bike to capture world record-breaking runs on the quarter and eighth-mile, covering the eighth-mile distance in 7.017-seconds and the full quarter-mile course in just 11.156 seconds at 110.35 mph. The 2020 LiveWire motorcycle’s top speed is limited to 110 mph.
The Harley-Davidson LiveWire motorcycle is an all-new, all-electric model designed to offer riders a thrilling and high-performance motorcycling experience infused with a new level of technology, and the premium look and feel of a Harley-Davidson product. The LiveWire motorcycle is capable of rapid acceleration with just a twist of the throttle – no clutching or gear shifting required.
The instant torque provided by the H-D Revelation™ powertrain delivers exhilarating acceleration from a stop; the LiveWire motorcycle can rush from 0 to 60 mph (0 to 100 kph) in 3.0 seconds and 60 to 80 mph (100 to 129 kph) in 1.9 seconds. Because maximum torque is always on tap, roll-on acceleration for passing is outstanding. An optimized center of gravity, rigid aluminum frame and premium adjustable suspension components give the LiveWire motorcycle dynamic handling. With up to 146 miles of range (city)*, performance is optimized for the urban street-rider.
The H-D Revelation™ electric powertrain produces minimal vibration, heat, and sound, all of which enhance rider comfort and creates a unique riding experience, even on the drag strip.
Licensed riders can take a complimentary test ride and feel the performance themselves on the LiveWire motorcycle at select EV Authorized LiveWire Harley-Davidson dealerships in the United States, Australia, Canada and most European countries.
*Estimated riding range: 146 miles (city) / 95 miles (combined). Riding range estimates provided following SAE J2982 Riding Range Test Procedure and are based on expected performance of a fully-charged battery when operated under specified conditions. Actual range will vary depending on riding habits, ambient weather and equipment conditions.
BRAND New Bikernet Reader Comment!--FREE SPEECH BIKERNET WEEKLY NEWS for October 22, 2020
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I read the part about lying awake at night and thinking. I do the same thing Think about people in my past, regrets from the past Maybe it is normal to do this? Who knows?
Funny at the time we are dealing with these things, we never think years down the road, when we will still go over them?
Somethings if I had to do over, I would change others would stay the same. I guess it’s part of life?
–Stealth
charlotte, NC
TEXAS WEATHER REPORT–Found another one – “Antique” Jockey Shift Knobs – Possibly from the cabinets of the ORIGINAL Harley-Davidson factory – $500 each or 2 for $1100.00 Just add YOUR Favorite Flavored Motorcycle!
The other shot remind me of when I recovered two lost rings, the H-D lost while moving, had it over 20 years. The wrench was under Red’s drier. She was undergoing major floor replacement and the contractor found both. The H-D ring was in the driveway for almost 4 months and never got run over!
–RFR
Panhandle Photographer
Bikernet.com™
BIKERNET BOOK OF THE WEEK CLUB–Chevrolet ½-ton C/K-Series Pickup Trucks 1973-1987 – “Built to Stay Tough”
Norm Mort
Taking a slightly different angle to ‘open top’ motoring, Norm Mort’s latest book takes a look at the Chevrolet C/K-series ½-ton pickup trucks, the trucks “Built to Stay Tough.”
This new book from our Those were the days … ™ series covers the 3rd generation C/K series, and includes specifications, model option details, and explains the market forces that influenced the pickup’s evolution. The book includes rare cutaways, previously unpublished photos, and some great examples of restored and customized vehicles.
Following a brief history of Chevrolet’s building of the corporation’s ½-ton pickup trucks, the book takes an extensive look at Chevrolet’s ½-ton C/K-Series pickup trucks, with emphasis on the all-new model, followed by a year-by-year description of the evolving 1970s models, and the various market demands that often led to the introduction of niche models to broaden market base.
Chevrolet reacted to a changing marketplace that included a greater interest in 4WD, while being detoured by fuel shortages, ever-changing fuel economy and pollution regulations, and the constant quest to reduce overall weight.
Paperback • 7.48×7.97in (19×20.5cm) • 96 pages • 112 pictures
Chevrolet ½-ton C/K-Series Pickup Trucks 1973-1987 – “Built to Stay Tough” costs $25 US (£15.99, $32.99) and is available now.
CLIMATE AT A GLANCE REPORTS— Livestock and Methane
Bullet-Point Summary:
American ranchers and meat consumption have virtually no impact on overall greenhouse gas emissions or climate.
EPA reports cattle and beef account for just 2% of U.S. greenhouse gas emissions.
EPA reports all livestock account for less than 4% of U.S. greenhouse gas emissions.
By contrast, crop production accounts for more greenhouse gas emissions than total livestock production.
Short Summary:
Climate activists, many of whom are vegans for other reasons, often claim that ranchers, livestock, and meat production are a leading cause of rising greenhouse gas emissions and climate change.
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), however, has compiled information on greenhouse gas emissions by source. According to EPA, beef production accounts for just 2% of U.S. greenhouse gas emissions, while livestock production as a whole, accounts for less than 4% of U.S. greenhouse gas emissions. By contrast, agricultural crop production accounts for more greenhouse gas emissions than total livestock production. This is the case even though the United States leads the world in beef production.
The primary manner in which livestock impacts greenhouse gas emissions is through methane released when livestock burp or pass gas. Yet, this is clearly not a growing problem, as U.S. methane emissions actually declined between 1990 and 2018, according to data compiled by the EPA.
Further reading:
Inventory of U.S. Greenhouse Gas Emissions and Sinks, U.S. Environmental Protection Agency https://www.epa.gov/ghgemissions/inventory-us-greenhouse-gas-emissions-and-sinks
Greenhouse Gas Inventory Data Explorer, U.S. Environmental Protection Agency https://cfpub.epa.gov/ghgdata/inventoryexplorer/
The Sacred Cow Project, https://www.sacredcow.info/
FROM SPEEDWAY MOTORS–How to Reduce Under Hood Temp – Exhaust Wrap also helps motorcycle exhausts and eliminates some heat shields.
To assist with keeping under hood temperatures down you may want to try wrapping your exhaust. Even though I am running stock cast iron exhaust manifolds on my 454 I was able to utilize Speedway Motors part number 91013804, 1-inch by 50-ft Black Header Wrap. Every little bit helps with keeping your car cool on those hot summer days when cruising. And with the smaller 1-inch design I was able to wrap the manifolds with sharp bends around the primary tubes fairly easily. Of course, it would be a lot easier to do this with the manifolds off of the car and I highly recommend removing them to wrap them. However, I gave it shot with them still on the vehicle.
Before I started I devised a plan of attack. I started with the first primary tube and wrapped it down to the main collector and past the second primary. For this, I wrapped one complete revolution around the primary tube, then removed the wrap and folded it over itself. Then I could gauge how much wrap I needed by overlapping the folded over portion working my way down the tube without actually wrapping it. That way I wasn’t feeding 50-feet of wrap through a small area. Once I cut the length of wrap I needed to start I secured the top of the wrap by the head using Speedway Motors stainless steel exhaust wrap ties, part number 91560014 in 14-inch length. To secure this style of tie you feed the length through the head just like a normal zip tie.
Stainless Steel exhaust wrap ties
However, the head on these don’t have a clip and the length of the tie is smooth. So you pull it tight onto itself and cut the excess off. I then used a pair of needle-nose pliers to roll the end over on itself up to the head of the tie to secure it tightly and not leave any sharp edges to catch on.
securing exhaust wrap tie
With the first primary tube wrapped I moved to the second and repeated the process until the entire exhaust manifold was covered. This was fairly easy to accomplish with the exhaust manifold still on the car and leaning over the fender. But as I stated earlier it would be a whole lot simpler to wrap the exhaust manifold off the vehicle and re-install.
I did extend the wrap all the way down the downpipe on my exhaust as well utilizing 50-feet of wrap per side. With both sides done I noticed a considerable difference in heat exposure versus the unwrapped manifold. This resulted in dropping my underhood temperatures and keeping my Big Block Chevy running cooler. It also gave my vehicle that old school performance look and covers up a pretty unsightly cast iron manifold.
–By Kevin Webel
SLINGSHOT’S BEST OF THE BUILDERS: EAST VS WEST
We challenged two of the best builders in the country. We partnered them with two celebrities and asked them to customize, personalize, and build the sickest 2020 Slingshot SL in the United States. Welcome to Slingshot Best of the Builders: East vs. West.
The builders will compete to see who can design and create a 2020 SL that truly signifies their celebrity partner. We want them to put their mark on that indescribable feeling the Slingshot brings, the Slingshot Effect. Representing the East Coast is The Auto Firm, featuring Alex Vega. Alex and crew have partnered with Pop Superstar, Teyana Taylor. From the West Coast, is DUB – DUB is designing its Slingshot for Travis Barker.
FOLLOW ALONG
Follow along via Slingshot’s social channels for behind the scenes footage of the builds.
November 17: Both customs are unveiled.
November 17 – December 1: Fan vote opens up at PolarisSlingshot.com to crown Slingshot’s Best of the Builders.
Stay connected to our social channels to follow the journey, vote on which Slingshot Accessories should be used, and ultimately select your favorite custom that’s most deserving of the Slingshot’s Best of the Builders title!
WEST: DUB® PUBLISHING
DUB® Publishing is a leading, authoritative voice in the urban automotive lifestyle scene. Its eponymous magazine was the first in the industry dedicated to covering celebrity-driven vehicles and giving a first-hand look at the expansion of a multi-billion dollar industry that revolves around the vast world of car customization. They are widely recognized as pioneers in the celebrity car culture space as well as what is known as the DUB market.
As the founders of the influential urban automotive lifestyle publication, DUB Magazine (January 2000), as well as the highly-rated television show, The DUB Magazine Project, which featured custom work on celebrity automobiles performed in the DUB Garage, the brand has had the opportunity to custom design and build hundreds of vehicles for top celebrities, including David Beckham, Tyga, Snoop Dogg, Tony Hawk and many others. They are also the creators of the DUB Show Tour, which combines performances by today’s top artists with one of the most exciting car shows in the world. With over four million active fans, the brand is also well known as a social media powerhouse.
EAST: ALEX VEGA, OWNER – THE AUTO FIRM
For creative designer, Alex Vega, customizing cars is his way of inspiring others to dream big. Alex, the owner of The Auto Firm, is known to be “the main designer for the entertainment industry.” Since 2004, his clients include elite athletes and world-renowned celebrities who go to him for all their automotive needs. He has an extensive history in building and modifying Slingshots. Through trials and tribulations, Alex has maintained long-standing clients, while continuing growth and expansion. Today, The Auto Firm is one of the largest custom shops in the automotive industry and caters to anyone looking to personalize their ride.
QUEEN OF NOWHERE–Before I met Jenny, all I wanted to do was meet Jenny. She was my first and only Instagram idol. The minute I got Instagram in 2013, the first people I followed were girls that rode bikes. There were only about 4 of them that were continually posting being on bikes, going on rides, and just having a cool biker attitude and style. I hadn’t owned a Harley yet and thought that these girls were so strong and badass on their big bikes.
Jenny was out there with her sparkle panties, a line of colorful sequined panties that she and all her friends wore on their motorcycle trips, traveling all over the West Coast. I was so jealous of their lives and thought their crew was so amazing. I hadn’t had any other women to ride with yet.
After following Jenny and her crew for some time, I eventually met them. Back then, there really weren’t many women riding and posting about it on Instagram, so friendships were easy to make. There was a biker party down in LA and I went up and introduced myself to them and since then, it’s history! We have traveled together in Utah, rode around the Oregon Coast, frolicked many many consecutive Falls in Joshua Tree, and even collaborated with her brand Strange Vacation.
Jenny is an extremely spiritual individual and we’ve had some really big talks at very big times in both our lives. She was the first person to visit me at my first home in California and I saw her off in her Sprinter van in Canada which she lived in for over a year.
–by Becky Goebel
Black Girls Ride
THIS JUST IN FROM THE DIME BAG HEADQUARTERS–We are building the Dime Bag Leather Handmade Leather product lineup. At this point and time, the leather wallet, card wallet, time cover, two different solo leather hardtail seats are all ready to begin production. I still need to have the heavy steel logo stamps made. Items and pricing will be available soon.
Developing more handmade parts such as handmade leather belt, Dime Bag Leather belt buckle, front pocket wallet, King/Queen leather chopper seat, early HD swingarm frame leather solo seat and King/Queen leather seat, and a classic leather spring seat. More to come…
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Visited Sasha’s Cycles of Sturgis while at Bike Week, awesome people and cool motorcycle shop on Lazelle Street. You will have to visit to get the full experience. Sasha’s Cycles of Sturgis will have Dime Bag Leather products available at their shop soon.
Some goals we have for the next 5 years at Dime Bag Leather is to create a website with parts & apparel available for ordering and grow social media, secure new accounts across the nation with M/C shops, Marijuana Dispensary’s, and unique shops. Move the Dime Bag Leather manufacturing into a bigger facility to create great jobs for skilled craftsmen to make all products under one roof. Create a builders seat category, this will be for specially designed handmade seats featuring their stamped logo for custom builders to make available to their customers.
Always growing and expanding across this great nation as the leading handmade leather company in the world.
It’s a never-ending story that is growing at Dime Bag Leather.
Remember to Go Vote!
All the Best
–Adam Croft
Dime Bag Leather
Follow @Dimebag.leather on Instagram!
SUPPORT THE AMERICAN CANCER SOCIETY–I am reaching out to you about something that is very important to me. I am asking you to make a gift to the
American Cancer Society to help fund the future of research.
With the current pandemic, the future of cancer research is at risk. ACS is looking at a reduction in funding of 50% if current trends continue. COVID-19 has changed many aspects of our lives, unfortunately it hasn’t changed the reality that cancer continues to affect each of us in far too many ways. We can’t and won’t allow progress to be put on hold. At risk are more and better treatments and discoveries halted in its tracks that will improve and save lives.
Although I cannot invite you to purchase a Champions of Hope Gala ticket, to get dressed up, and to raise your paddle for this important cause this year, what I can do is ask you to make a tax-deductible donation to the fight against cancer. And right now, I will match every donation made up to $5,000.
There are many ways to make a contribution. The easiest is to use the following link: https://e.givesmart.com/events/gfU/
If mailing your contribution is easier, please send to the address below:
American Cancer Society – MKE COH Gala
PO BOX 902
Pewaukee, WI 53072-0902
And if you would like to be invoiced, you can reach out to Sarah Zander at sarah.zander@cancer.org or 262.312.2067.
For more information about the Nov. 13th Champions of Hope Gala @ Home, you can visit: www.championsofhopewi.org
Michael Hupy is a major supporter.—Bandit
DIRECT FROM MOMMA TRIED— Watch the On Track Flat Track race from Brazil online for FREE!
Flat Out and Mama Tried fans!! The Mama Tried Show and Flat Out Friday crew are so stoked to be invited to participate in “On Track” in Sorocaba, SP, Brazil on November 1st, 2020. The Brazilian Flat Track League along with Brasil Motorcycle Show and Lucky Friends Rodeo have created this race with online viewing as the focus due to current limitations on public events. Flattrack racing fans from all over the world can watch the racing action for FREE. Just sign up HERE!
You’ll catch Mama Tried Show founders Scott Johnson and Warren Heir Jr. sliding around the track along with all kinds of wild Brazilian style race action. Flat Out Friday’s Jeremy Prach will be on hand doing some race officiating too!
American Flat Track racing star and fan favorite Jeffrey Carver Jr. will also be making the trip to roost some Brazilian dirt!
You are NOT going to want to miss this!
Did we mention the race was FREE to watch?
How cool is that?
Race Watch Link: https://videos.netshow.me/t/rNl0-BRe9ls/form
KRAWIEC LAUNCHES HARLEY TO PRO STOCK MOTORCYCLE WIN IN HOUSTON–Krawiec Jumps to Second Place and Title Contention at Finals Next Weekend
HOUSTON, Texas (October 26, 2020) – Harley-Davidson® Screamin’ Eagle®/Vance & Hines rider Ed Krawiec battled to a Pro Stock Motorcycle victory at the Mopar Express Lane NHRA SpringNationals presented by Pennzoil at Houston Raceway Park on Sunday. The win moves Krawiec into contention for his fifth NHRA Pro Stock Motorcycle championship with one event remaining on the 2020 schedule.
The victory in Houston ended a long drought for Krawiec, who last won a Pro Stock Motorcycle final at Brainerd International Raceway in 2018, despite nine subsequent final-round appearances and a string of strong qualifying performances this season.
“Pro Stock Motorcycle is so competitive right now. You can never take winning for granted,” said Krawiec. “We have strong Harley-Davidson motorcycles and a great team. I feel we always come prepared to lead the class, but sometimes there’s some luck involved. Today things went my way.”
The Harley-Davidson Screamin’ Eagle/Vance & Hines team races competition Pro Stock drag bikes inspired by the Harley-Davidson® FXDR™ 114, a high-performance cruiser based on the Softail® platform that combines the unrelenting power of the Milwaukee-Eight® 114 engine with the liberal use of new weight-saving aluminum and composite components to amplify every aspect of performance.
Krawiec qualified third for the Houston finals with a best elapsed time (ET) of 6.799 seconds. In Sunday eliminations, Krawiec defeated Michael Phillips in the first round, got a win in round two when Jerry Savoie did not make the start, and defeated Hector Arana Jr. in round three to advance to the final against Ryan Oehler. Krawiec posted his quickest run of the day in the final, a 6.801 ET to best Oehler’s time of 6.905. Krawiec now has won 48 Pro Stock Motorcycle finals in 85 appearances.
Harley-Davidson Screamin’ Eagle/Vance & Hines teammates Angelle Sampey and Andrew Hines also qualified for eliminations at Houston. Sampey was the number 2 qualifier at 6.789 seconds, and lost in the first round on Sunday. Hines, the defending Pro Stock Motorcycle champion, qualified fifth at 6.811 seconds and lost in round two.
Krawiec leaves Houston with 504 points, tied with Scotty Pollacheck for second place in the Pro Stock Motorcycle standings and 78 points behind first place Matt Smith. Hines is in fourth place 496 points, 86 points out of the lead. Sampey is in fifth place with 447 points. The final race awards “points-and-a-half” so Krawiec and Hines have a shot at catching Smith.
The Harley-Davidson® Screamin’ Eagle®/Vance & Hines drag racing team will close out the 2020 season Oct. 30 – Nov. 3 at the Dodge NHRA Finals presented by Pennzoil at The Strip at Las Vegas Motor Speedway in Las Vegas, Nev.
BIKERNET BLOG COMMENT FROM A READER–
Just read the blog about Mr. McCarvel’s good fortune at having a long-lost bike show up out of the blue.
Made me think back when my ‘49 pan was stolen. It was in a shop and coming along. It had a brown over silver metal flake with ribbons on a coffin tank ( 70’s ). 21 front on a 4 over girder front end.
The owner of the shop, as I understood it, got into some money trouble with a local bike club in Massachusetts in the Bellingham area and the end result was they took his shop along with the bikes being worked on as payment.
I tried in vain to try and get it back. I understand the sense of loss and I am happy that McCarvel was able to get his machine back. Once in a while a feel–good story is a good thing.
–RH
BIKERNET REAL ESTATE DEAL OF THE WEEK--Posting ID # 7215712823:
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ERIC HERRMANN ON THE ARIZONA ROAD—Finding dealers to sell his riding books.
The legendary biker bar, The Spirit Room, in Jerome AZ, is now selling our ride books. Cool! #thespiritroom
Dustin & I are riding throughout the state setting up accounts to sell my book. Most are biker bars and restaurants featured within. Books in the saddlebags as we haul ass down the road and squeak out a meager living. Tough job
! Or you can order online at www.EricHerrmannStudios.com
EMERGENCY COVID BANDIT’S CANTINA BAD JOKE LIBRARY OPEN—NO MASKS…
This is a sad story of the depression that can haunt a snowflake.
Marcel was sick and tired of the world; of Covid 19, Brexit, Russian belligerence, global warming, racial tensions, and the rest of the disturbing stories that occupy media headlines.
Marcel drove his car into his garage and then sealed every doorway and window as best he could. He got back into his car and wound down all the windows, selected his favorite radio station and hit the cars ignition.
Four days later, a worried neighbor peered through his garage window and saw him in the car. She notified the emergency services and they broke in, pulling Marcel from the car. A little sip of water and, surprisingly, he was in perfect condition, but his Tesla had a dead battery.
–EL Waggs
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WHAT’S NEXT?--I almost have all of the bikes in the shop running. I now have two automatic advance distributors. One is new from J&P. I wonder where it was manufactured. The other Flathead Fern found at the Long Beach Swap meet and is setting it up and shipping it to me.
I may take the mag off the Dicey Knucklehead, but that involves adding a battery, and a coil. All are possible. I need to get the Knuck on the lift. Dr. Hamsters Pandemic is waiting on the mag testing results from Jason at Deadwood Custom Cycles. I would like to give the mag a shot on the Pandemic. It’s set up for it.
I should know about the magneto tomorrow. At least I know I can have a juicy steak tonight and not destroy the planet. I still think we’re living in the best of times, not the worst.
Ride fast and free forever!
–Bandit
