Hey,
I’m bummed. Sturgis is my annual tradition, an adventure to test a new build half way across the country. It’s an escape from harried Los Angeles into the old west openness and the feelings of freedom accompanying the rumble across the desert.
A reader wrote that he’ll miss my ride saga posted on Bikernet. I need to find a replacement chronicle to nowhere in particular, on the 5-Ball Factory Racer. As it comes together I relish the fact that I will have a year to test-and-tune before the Badlands Run approaches again. Hopefully next year I can roll outta Califa into the desert thinking about the beautiful Phoenix women and not where I can find a bike part or have the tank welded. Let’s hit the news:
NEW DISTRESSED BROWN LEATHER SADDLEBAGS AND SEAT– Untreated Leather Accessories Give a Harley-Davidson Dyna a 1950s Custom Look.
MILWAUKEE (July 26, 2009) ? Give a Harley-Davidson Dyna model a vintage look with a new distressed brown leather seat, pillion, backrest pad and saddlebags from Harley-Davidson Genuine Motor Accessories. Each is styled to impart the minimalistic style of a 1950s garage-built custom. The supple, untreated leather surfaces will age and weather like a vintage bomber jacket for a warm, comfortable feel.
The large-capacity (2,380 cubic inches combined) Distressed Brown Leather Saddlebags (P/N 88348-10, $599.95) have a rigid-back construction that helps each bag hold its shape. Each has dark-metal snaps and buckles, and an embossed Bar & Shield logo. Fits most 2002-later Dyna models (except 2002-2005 and 2010 Wide Glide). Requires model-specific mounting hardware kit and turn-signal relocation kit, sold separately.
The Low Profile Solo Seat ? Distressed Brown Leather (P/N 51937-10, $339.95) hugs the frame for a slammed look, while its deep-bucket shape cradles the rider in surprising comfort. To accommodate a passenger, add the matching ?fender pad? Passenger Pillion ? Distressed Brown Leather (P/N 54089-10, $199.95) with leather skirts and grab strap that?s easy to install and remove. Both the seat and pillion fit 2006-later Dyna models. The Low Backrest Pad ? Distressed Brown Leather (P/N 54091-10, $89.95) is sized to match a Low Medallion Plate Sissy Bar Upright (sold separately). See an authorized Harley-Davidson dealer for fitment details.
For additional information on Harley-Davidson Genuine Motor Accessories, see your local Harley-Davidson dealer or visit the Harley-Davidson Web site at www.harley-davidson.com. To find a dealer near you, call toll free 1-800-443-2153 in the U.S.A. or Canada.
THE DANNI ASHE CODE– Meanness don’t jes’ happen overnight.*
Forgive your enemies. It messes up their heads.*
Do not corner something that you know is meaner than you.*
It don’t take a very big person to carry a grudge.*
You cannot unsay a cruel word.*
Every path has a few puddles.*
ANOTHER V-ROD FEATURE COMING FROM THE HUMBLE FACTORY IN TEXAS– I have another V-Rod feature coming at ya as well…I attached a pic. Have you got any info on the Zipper’s kit and D & D pipe I inquired about last week?
–Johnny
REPUBLIC OF TEXAS BURNOUT CONTEST– here’s a pic of the recent burnout contest winner at Republic, H-D in Stafford, Texas. He is an airplane enthusiast who fell in love with the DX. He won cash as well as a new tire. It was their annual tattoo and bike/bikini show–cool.
–Johnny
A NOTE FROM THE BIKERNET MEDICAL CENTER RULE BOOK– I went to an extremely attractive female doctor today for my annual checkup. She told me that I had to quit masturbating.
I asked why and she told me, “because I am trying to examine you.”
–Buckshot
ROOT BEER FLOAT BIKE LIVES– This is the most complete photo off the camera card Holly downloaded last night, as promised consider yourself teased, and lucky to have one of the last Lucky Devil titled bikes Ever!. . .
It won’t be too long before you are ready to get some saddle time in yourself (Nyla). I’ll continue working on the next tech story over the weekend and send out a disc early next week. As soon as Rigid Frame Richard shoots the bike with a Houstin Hottie done I’ll get the final service done and work out the shipping details with your nude trucker friends.
–Kent
BIKERNET HIRES ADVERTISING DIRECTOR– Bandit has just promoted me from Head Broom Technician and General Layabout to Advertising Honcho. Just thought I?d drop a note in the news to tell you all we?ve got good things coming for people who want to get their companies in front of our readership.
As part of my promotion, SinWu gave me a milk crate, a board to put on top of it, and a case of 50 weight oil to sit on. She?s one generous woman, that Sin Wu. If she wasn?t so beautiful, I?d have a problem with her. As it is, she can do pretty much anything she wants, and since my desk is now on the floor in front of her big, mahogany antique desk, life is good.
As far as the advertising goes; you can see how we do things by clicking on this link: www.bikernet.com/biz. I know, I know, you?re too friggin? lazy to follow a link, so I?ll summarize our philosophy for ya.
You can advertise anywhere. Magazines, websites, billboards, bathroom stalls, bus stations. Why advertise with us? Well, we are different. We don?t just throw a banner up and call it a day. We make sure that detailed information is available about you and your company. As we do tech articles and road reports, we drop that information into the archive for your company. If you send us news releases and stories, we?ll put those on the site for no additional charge. In short, we don?t just advertise for you, we work with you to get your company the air time you want. And we can do the job daily, weekly or monthly.
If you?re thinking of getting some ad space, give me a call. We?ll work with you to get you some good air time.
Now, I gotta go back to my desk. I can see SinWu?s legs from where I sit. Helps me think.
–Hiway
Hiwayman@bikernet.com
RINGS FROM NINO 925–If you want a custom ring made, drop him a line. He can handle it quick. Check out what he did for Bandit.
–Wrench
NEW BOOK COMING FROM K.RANDALL BALL–Dude! We haven’t talked in a while. So when is the next book coming out ? I need something to read. Had some thing to read in the paper here this week. Angels were in town for their summer Run. Before Sturgis. The press tried to make a big deal out of it. But nothing happened.
Okay, got to get my Hot rod ready to go for a cruz. A bunch of us are getting together for Beer & pizza. Then headed over to Anoka. That’s where about 1500 cars pre ’64 park and walk around. Plenty of eye candy & also FOOD> 🙂 Ok let me know on the book OK>
Ccccccccccccc YA
Just waiting on the cover art, then the first Chance Hogan book goes to press.–Bandit
STURGIS REPORT FROM 2WHEELERS DOWNTOWN–Finally we got some warm weather and it looks perfect for the Rally. Got a couple of photos for you, the gals in pink (at top of the Post), said they know you and the site. The other photo in the bar got a lot of input with photos of the gals and banner. Send more later.
–Donna
NEWS FROM BIKERNET PHOTOG IN EUROPE– You remember my TV-Show “KARACHO” the motor-magazine? Today I got my van back from styling. Not bad, eh? Tomorrow we will visit a huge Mopar-meeting with it and on sunday I will compete against another Econoline (E-250) at “Race-at- Airport” (www-race-at-airport.de). We are “the Flyin’ Bricks”!
Cool shit! Life’s a party!
–Andreas
FLORENCE EMDE 1919-2009– Florence Emde, 90, passed away Thursday night in Escondido, California of natural causes. A motorcyclist in her own right as a teenager, she married Floyd Emde in 1941 and supported him in a racing career that earned him an induction in 1998 to the Motorcycle Hall of Fame.
Following his retirement from racing, they worked together as co- owners of three motorcycle dealerships in the San Diego area from 1948 until they retired in 1980.
Florence was preceded in death by Floyd, who passed away in 1994, and son David, who died in 2003. She is survived by four other children, Robert (Jeannette), JoAnn, Don (Tracy), and Nancy (Chris), plus 13 Grandchildren, and 16 Great-grandchildren. She had the unique distinction of being the only person to be both the wife and the mother of a Daytona 200 winner. Floyd won the Daytona 200 in 1948 and Don in 1972.
Arrangements are pending, with a funeral and memorial likely next week at Glen Abbey Memorial Park in Bonita (San Diego area). Details when finalized will be announced to the press, as well as posted at: www.partsmag.com
SUNDAY CANTINA PHOTO ART EXHIBIT– I drink my Jack all bummed out because I’m not going this year, and for some reason I remembered something – Ya’ll be carefull up in them Black Hills – even they have Jackasses.
Ride Hard,
–Whiplash Biker Photogs
soffordphotos@comcast.net
All in the Family Son of Legendary Hollywood Customizer Makes Own History in Sacramento– Throughout history there have been many notable father and son connections. To car enthusiasts, Dean and Kevin Jeffries have each made their mark on the hobby. One in Hollywood. The other in Sacramento.
Dean Jeffries customized television and movie vehicles in the 1960s, such as the Mantaray from ?Bikini Beach,? Black Beauty from ?The Green Hornet,? the Monkeemobile, and the moon buggy from ?Diamonds Are Forever.?
His son, Kevin Jeffries has taken a different route to help spotlight and promote the hobby?the California State Assembly. First elected in 2006, he immediately stood out as a friend to car enthusiasts. A few months after being elected, Jeffries joined the SEMA-sponsored State Automotive Enthusiast Leadership Caucus. There are currently 16 caucus members from the California Legislature, including Caucus Chairman Mike Duvall. The caucus totals close to 400 lawmakers from all 50 State Legislatures.
Jeffries serves as Vice Chairman of the Assembly Transportation Committee which oversees a large portion of bills which have an impact on the car hobby. One such bill considered earlier this year would have increased the smog check requirements for cars more than 15 years old. Jeffries urged his colleagues to oppose the measure as it would have minimal impact on air quality at the expense of car collectors.
–from Don Redmon
BIKERNET PSYCHOLOGICAL TESTING LAB– A husband and wife were sitting watching a TV program about psychology and mixed emotions when he turned to his wife and said, “Honey, that’s a bunch of crap; I bet you can’t tell me anything that will make me happy and sad at the same time.”
She said, “You have the biggest penis of all your friends.”
–Scooter
BIKERNET UNIVERSITY STUDIES GREEN EFFORTS, Curbing Electrical Bills, And Helping the Planet Going Green: Pull the plug– Even if they are not in use, common household appliances and electronics such as microwaves, computers, DVD players and televisions use power when plugged in. This not only increases your electric bill but increases overall energy consumption – a television that is plugged in but not turned on can consume as much as 20 watts per hour.
Help curb your energy consumption: unplug items you rarely use, once portable devices are charged up unplug the charger from the outlet, and use electronics only as needed. A simple step to a healthier planet!
–DRWEIL.COM
As Summer Winds Down, Open Road Radio Presented by National Cycle is Only Beginning to REVV Up!!– America?s Premiere Motorcycle Lifestyle Talk Show is geared & wide open, throttling into new airwaves for the most lethal dose of the latest 2- wheeled information, education and entertainment on the planet!
Since 1997 Open Road Radio has provided valuable insight throughout the Midwest into the Biker Lifestyle, from the diehard enthusiasts to the weekend RUBS…yep you know who you are ?Open Road Radio has something for everyone, covering everything in the world of cycles: Product Reviews, Tech Talk, The Speed Shop, What?s Happenin, Consumer Awareness Corner, Celebrity Bike Builders, Motorcycle History, Ride Reviews, News & Legislation and a whole lot more!
With over 150 years of combined motorcycle experience Open Road Radio?s Gina Woods, Dozer, Ideal Dave, Jo (-Jo) Giovannoni & Panhead Bobby Grand invite you to ride along as they launch into National Syndication on XM Satellite Radio – Extreme Talk Ch 152 Saturday mornings from 10a-12p CDT (Sept) and the Power Up Motorsports Channel – www.powerup.com every Thursday from 6p-8p CDT (Aug) with replay on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday!
Joining the crew this season is featured Chopper Builder Sugar Bear! Sugar Bear was building choppers back in the 60?s so you can bet there are a few good untold stories there as Sugar Bear shares with listeners his undying love for his profession and experiences in the industry-then and now! Each week Sugar Bear throws down his tools and pulls up a chair to jaw with the gang about the Motorcycle Lifestyle & its History!
The hosts, guests and listeners engage in lively discussions about all things of interest to the ?Average Joe,? or affluent new age motorcyclist. Live call-ins make the show spontaneous and unpredictable!
For details and upcoming announcements stay tuned to www.openroadradio.com For Marketing / Advertising /Sponsorship opportunities call 630.833.9889
NEW BRASS BALLS MODEL FOR 2010– It is the “69 Chopper.” It has a host of killer specialized custom components that come on it standard. Items made by Leroy Thompson (wheels, grips, pegs, risers), Crime Scene Choppers (oil tank, head and tail lights, gas cap), Rock Shox mountain bike air seat suspension, 96″ S&S, Tauer Machine, Baker, D&D ehaust, Wire Plus black face digita speedo machined into the trees.
All of this stuff is standard on this bike and you are the FIRST to see it and know that it will retail for $24,995.
I will get you more photos when we finish. Plans are to unveil it at the AMD show in Sturgis this weekend.
–Dar
BOGART’S CLASSIC SOFTAIL FOR SALE–I was wondering if I could as a big favor from you? I know from time to time you feature a bike for sale and they’re always nice bikes. Is there any way you could help me out in the same way? I’m having a fire-sale on my bike and selling it for only $19,950.!
1100 miles and, as you know, a show winner 6 times over, been in Barnett’s magazine, Easyriders, etc. Most importantly, it was featured on bikernet.com!
–Hang tough, Brother….Bogart
FEATURE COMING FROM HAWAII– My name is Larry Olsen I’m a professional photographer in Hawaii. Deacon from Pro Street Cycles asked me to write to you. I’m going to shoot his flathead “Ruckus” soon and he wanted to make sure we have the correct format for the images. Deacon has a great location he wants to shot from. Getting him to leave the shop long enough to do it is the only snag.
Mahalo,
–Larry
Revolution Motorcycle Magazine is pleased to introduce new team member– Joseph Thomas Charette– Joseph will be adding his years of experience in the motorcycle community to Canada?s first magazine of custom bikes. Joseph is the new sales representative covering Canadian west coast events.
? Joining this prestigious Canadian motorcycle magazine that I really enjoy reading is a great opportunity for me ?, says Joseph, ? I rode my first motorcycle on my 12th birthday. I lived in Toronto until I was 25 and then moved to Montreal. I was there less than a year when an opportunity to work in Saudi Arabia (for 2 years) came about. By that time I was on my 5th bike. When I came back to Canada I decided to move to British Columbia. I know a nice chopper when I see one, I know most of the bike guys and I?m very familiar with the bike shows in western Canada.?
The Revolution Motorcycle Magazine team welcomes Joe Charette.
To contact Joe
call 250 595-4194
or e-mail him at
joetompete@telus.net .
http://www.revolutionmotorcyclemag.com
THAT WAS QUICK AND DIRTY–You can feel the chance in material during bike week. Most of the industry hangs out in the Badlands, including my ugly self. We’ll just be forced to cover all aspects from the Bikernet Nerve Center here on the left coast.
With our state-of-the Art communications center located on top of the Bikernet ghetto ivory tower, we will bring you daily reports. In the mean time I will continue to wire the 5-Ball factory race and prepared for Crazy Horse recommended break-in procedures.
Starting tomorrow we will bring you a Chris Callen industry Commentary, Marilyn’s West Virginia ride saga, Bryan’s Sturgis ride story by Felicia Morgan, the K&G shop saga, a Jon Towle Street Bob road test and a report on the Massachusetts Helmet Repeal. That’s just a start.
Let’s Ride
–Bandit
