She called. Her voice was like the petal of a rose on a violin string, so soft and tender. It always touched my heart. I was just 120 miles away in the San Diego Naval shipyard aboard the USS Saint Paul, a heavy cruiser. We recently returned from a seven-month tour off the coast of […]
MIDNIGHT RIDER–DAGO FOG RUN 1969 FOR HER Read More »
Not too long ago, my good friend Timbo approached me with a proposition, restore his 1964 Harley FL, I agreed. Problem was, it’s in a box, literally! So after a brief discussion on exactly what we wanted to do, how much it would cost and the possible value at the end of the rainbow, I
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Direct from the Salt Flats at Bonneville, Altometheus 2, the amazing 3-wheeled salt racing motorcycle, will be a feature of the ‘Bikes of the Century’ red carpet display in Hall 3 at the International Centre on the weekend of March 16 & 17. Altometheus 2 is 20 feet long and was built to race
A tractor-trailer cut sharply in front of Nikki Cope's pink-trimmed Yamaha. The 23-year-old motorcyclist swerved and survived. But not everybody is as agile — or as lucky — on two wheels. "I think we've all had some really serious close calls," said Cope, shaking her head as she recounted her most recent narrow escape during a motorcycle-awareness
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This year Victory Motorcycles kicks off celebration of 15 years of making great V-Twin Cruisers, Baggers and Touring Bikes. Motorcycles with supreme power, great handling and best of all, super sharp styling. But hand a Victory to the Arlen Ness family and the result is even finer. Attention to design, detail and function is
Motorcycle Giveway; Win A Ness-Customized Victory Read More »
Strong enough to act as a fork brace, smooth enough that your painter will LOVE you for choosing Klock Werks, our Fenders are stamped from REAL STEEL, and e-coated for a smooth flawless finish. Available in seven different profiles to choose from, and sizes to fit your 16"/17"/18" or 21" front tire/wheel, you're sure to
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Something sorta interesting from Victory.
SUNNY SUNDAY POST IN BANDIT'S CANTINA ON BIKERNET Read More »
Hey, A friend stopped over last night. He came to Long Beach to be given a lifetime membership in the Southern California Judo Association. He’s a sharp cookie. He mentioned that AR-15s are like the least used weapon for murder in the US, and actually the most-used weapon is a baseball bat. Should we ban
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Corbin introduces Trunk Armrests and a Cup Holder for the 2010-2013 Can Am Spyder…they’re the latest addition to the Corbin modular lineup. These armrests give your passenger a usable area to rest their elbows where their arms fall naturally at their sides. Generously sized and shaped to allow for a wide range of statures, Corbin
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Starting in 1908, brothers Joe, Walter and John Michaelson opened a manufacturing operation in Minneapolis and manufactured Minneapolis motorcycles. The brothers later added the Michaelson motorcycle. The brothers originally used a proprietary Aurora single engine. By 1911, though, the company was making its own motor and had engineered significant technological innovations. The company was the
Sturgis Motorcycle Museum Discovery for March 2013 Read More »
THE 2013 edition of K&N's Powersports catalog is now available as an electronic download in PDF format. The 176-page catalogue contains details on the company's OE replacement High-Flow air filters, Wrench-Off oil filters, performance air intake systems, specialty air filters and filter wraps, Powerkleen and Easy-To-Use cleaning and re-oiling supplies, Hauler Horsepower – intake
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Bikernet has reviewed several motorcycle touring books from Whitehorse Press and thoroughly enjoyed each one. Motorcycle Journeys Through North America, a guide for choosing and planning unforgettable motorcycle journeys is a great investment for planning out your next motorcycle trip. The guide is laid out by geographic area from Alaska to Texas to Florida to
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Rows of stunning and memorable vintage bikes from around the world, gleaming in the sun. Tables piled with interesting parts and fragments of motorcycle history in a swap meet. Classic and stylish scooters in the new Scooters! exhibit. Dirt track racers and some of the men and women who raced them in Dirt Track
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This heavy-duty, top of the line, all weather cover is designed specifically for Harley-Davidson® Trikes. With waterproof seams, constructed of 300-denier polyester with PU coating, and ultra soft 30G velour lining to protect your paint from scratches. Two top covered reflective vents improve ventilation and help reduce condensation build up. Incorporates a convenient access panel
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Daytona Bike Week marks the start of the season for many in the motorcycle industry, and the Klock Werks Krew will be there in full force. Look for the Long Black Train (a big semi truck) at J&P Cycles Destination Daytona location, and enjoy Free Installation of your Klock Werks Flare Windshield, after you Try
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“We build the best bikes on the planet and we’re excited to introduce the Victory Guarantee as a way to back that up,” said Victory Marketing Manager Josh Fulkerson. “We are the fastest-growing manufacturer of heavyweight motorcycles, and we are confident you’ll love your new Victory motorcycle, or we’ll refund your money. That’s the Victory
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Are we headed for some good times?
KICK-ASS THURSDAY NEWS ON BIKERNET Read More »
Hey, This News column is already kicking my ass, and I’m just rolling off the dime and starting to edit. If this is any indication of this year, we are heading for some good times. The buzz is all about Daytona, the new models from Harley-Davidson, the new Indian engine, the new FXR from Big
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Twisted Tea is going all out to make sure everyone will have their chance to get their bike in the show.
Editor’s Note: We shared this feature, minus the girl, with IronWorks Magazine. The issue featuring this very street-able Sportster custom is on the newsstands right now, that is, March of 2013. So if you need a print version of this feature, there you have it. When brother Jim stumbled into the Spitfire Motorcycles machine shop
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J&P Cycles is pleased to announce a newly formed partnership with AMA Pro Racing. J&P Cycles will serve as the Presenting Sponsor of AMA Pro Flat Track and Title Sponsor of the AMA Pro J&P Cycles Pro Singles class this year. As part of the agreement, J&P Cycles will contribute a $25,000 Year-End Points Fund
