Krsytal Ann, the 18 year old au pair from Canada, sits topless on a Larry McCullough Custom from McCullough Custom Cycles in Elkridge, MD. Photo by Sam Dixon.
Hey,
As usual life is bananas. We have some wild news coming up, but I need to hold the earth-shattering announcement back until all the boiled eggs are accounted for.
Let’s jump into the news, then I’ll lay out the stellar content review for next week. It will include another 5-Ball Factory Racer tech as the bike flies together. Hang on.
GIRLS OF BIKERNET MEET BIKER BEAUTIES FOR STURGIS–As Sam Dixon, the publisher of Biker Beauties Magazine and the Girls of Bikernet Calendar closes in on Sturgis, he brings us examples of his final photo sessions. Don’t miss the girls and the Calendars for sale on the corner of 4th and Lazelle during the rally. No, the girls aren’t for sale.
Jesse Layne sits on a Bourget owned by Jamie Manning of Baltimore, MD. Jesse will be at Sturgis July 31-Aug 5th. She won?t be there the entire week so stop by the Girls of Bikernet booth at 4th and Lazalle St. early in the week to get a photo with Jesse.
Bruce Penniwell’s Yellow Custom by Charm City Choppers is going to look great in the Girls of Bikernet Calendar…. but here’s a shot too hot for the calendar of Busty Brittany without the little black bikini top.
This past Wednesday in Gettysburg, PA I met up with Independent Cycle East to shoot 2 of their bikes for calendars. On Thursday we announced Samantha Shane would be making the calendar and we posted one of her photos from the shoot in the Thursday News. The second I.C.E. bike shown in the photos here is going to be put in the BikerBeauties 2010 Calendar with another model. Megan Keffer of Harrisburg, PA emailed the night before the shoot asking for a chance to submit her photos for the calendar. She definitely made the cut with photos like these… Megan will be at the Carlisle Bikefest this coming weekend signing calendars at the Calendar Release Party we’ll be having at Carlisle. Look for Megan and Samantha in the Independent Cycle Booth and Calendar Covergirl Donna Lalino in the Vicious Cycles Booth with Greg Carter.
Brookfield, CT ? Spectro Oils of America is Proud to Sponsor Garage-Girls Ultimate Biker Makeover ? Carlisle Edition– Over 193,229 votes were cast in this contest, the results are now in, and the stories of the special winning individuals are compelling, to say the least. The 2 winners of the Garage-Girls Ultimate Biker Makeover are Victoria Kriner and Kristin Buckeley, and you can read all about them at http://www.garage-girls.com.
Winners must be present at Carlisle Summer Bike Fest Saturday July 18th to claim their prizes, and Spectro will be among the presenting sponsors at that time. ?We consider ourselves fortunate to be able to participate in this event and with Garage-Girls, as both represent an important focus on the growing population of women riders,? says Rollin Karoll, VP ? Sales, Spectro Oils of America.
Be sure to join Garage-Girls Sara, Jody, and Laura for all the fun as they present these 2 winners with this killer line up of prizes on Saturday July 18th at Carlisle Summer Bike Fest.
For more information on Spectro Oils, please visit: www.spectro-oils.com. For more information on Revolution Manufacturing, please visit: http://www.revolutionspeed.com
KLOCK WERKS ATTENDS CARLISLE, PA FOR WINDSHIELD DEMOS– MITCHELL, SD ? The Krew from Klock Werks Kustom Cycles (Mitchell, SD) will be in Carlisle, PA attending the Carlisle Bike Fest, Friday, July 17-Saturday, July 19. They will be offering their TRY it before you BUY it FREE FLARE windshield demos and FREE FLARE windshield installs! Recently named 2009 V-Twin Accessory of the Year, the FLARE Windshield has revolutionized the industry in regards to the Batwing Fairing models and Road Glides. Also at their truck you will find nationally-known bike builder Brian Klock and land speed record holder Laura Klock! They would love to meet you!
The Patented FLARE Windshield was developed at Klock Werks out of a desire/need for stability at highway speeds and for racing on the Bonneville Salt Flats. The “hips” at the outer edge of the shield re-route the wind to add downforce to the front of the bike, which aids stability vs. using a stock shield. The “flip” at the top of the FLARE is designed to kick the air up and then allow it to flow back as “clean” air for the rider. The absolute most important effect is added downforce as verified by testing in the A2 Wind Tunnel in Mooresville, N.C. The results found that with a stock, short windshield there was 30-35 lbs of measurable lift at highway speeds, meaning your bike is a KITE. Rocking the FLARE adds 10-15 lbs of downforce on the front of the bike at the same speeds.
Currently, Klock Werks offers over 300 part numbers with many more new and innovative designs coming out weekly. www.kustomcycles.com — Melissa Waddell
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BIKERNET UNIVERSITY PHILOSOPHY CLASS– Don’t audit life. Show up and make the most of it now.
Growing old beats the alternative — dying young.
Your children get only one childhood.
All that truly matters in the end is that you loved.
Get outside every day. Miracles are waiting everywhere.
–from Shattuck
H-D Offers Second Sportster ‘Ride Free’ Promotion– Harley-Davidson has launched its second “Ride Free Guarantee” program in what appears to be an effort to create more return customers and ultimately sell more bikes.
Harley-Davidson enthusiasts who buy a new Sportster 883 or 1200 motorcycle at a participating dealership between July 1 and August 31 will get the original MSRP value back when they trade the bike in for a new Harley-Davidson Big Twin or V-Rod motorcycle within one year.
The MSRP value used for trade-in will be the factory-delivered MSRP (including factory installed options) of the qualifying new motorcycle excluding parts and accessories, taxes, titles, licenses, set-up/prep charges, Extended Service Plan, GAP coverage and any dealer add-ons, regardless of the amount actually paid.
There are seven Sportster motorcycles eligible for this promotion, including the XR1200, and more than 20 Big Twin models and three 2009 V-Rod models in the 2009 Harley-Davidson line.
H-D’s first Ride Free promotion ran from Dec. 26, 2008, through the end of March. The new program is being supported by national advertising by various media outlets.
?Submitted by Guido Ebert
–DealerNews
Shifting Gears with Jeff Cochran One of the world?s elite motorcycle builders recognized for his new direction at Sturgis County Line– As a 3rd generation bike builder, Jeff Cochran has become known for the style and design of the many custom builds he has had featured over the years, but few people know about his talent with photography. This year he has been asked to exhibit his fine art in photography as part of the ?Legends Gallery? during the Sturgis Rally at the Broken Spoke County Line on Rt. 79.
As the original founder of Sucker Punch Sallys and alternative wearing apparel, Sinwear, Jeff has many achievements under his belt. As he made his way into this industry he has always been fascinated with photography and even used it as a tool early on to make those businesses successful. But Cochran is about perfection and he found himself constantly studying alternative lighting techniques, a craft that has given his images a look and feel all their own. ?I am too busy to wait like some photographers for the perfect time of day to shoot in the right sun; I will make my own sun with enough power.?
This exhibit, that includes the works of David Uhl
BIKERNET GEOGRAPHY SEMINAR CONTINUES–Mississippi: The young man from Mississippi came running into the store and said to his buddy, ‘Bubba, somebody just stole your pickup truck from the parking lot!’
Bubba replied, ‘Did you see who it was?’
The young man answered, ‘I couldn’t tell, but I got his license number.’
Georgia
A Georgia State trooper pulled over a pickup on I- 75. The trooper asked, ‘Got any I.D.?’
The driver replied, ‘Bout whut?’
BIKERNET NUTRITION SEMINAR – 4 Reasons to Eat Corn– Corn on the cob is a traditional summertime treat that can add some positive nutritional value to typically less-than-healthful BBQ fare. Corn has been cultivated for hundreds of years and was (and still is) a staple in many parts of the world. A good source of vitamins B1, B5 and C, corn also provides many other valuable nutrients, including:
Fiber for gastrointestinal function and weight control.
Folate, which can help reduce the risk of birth defects and promote heart health.
Vitamin B5 (pantothenic acid), vital to healthy adrenal function.
Lutein for healthy vision. Try corn on the cob grilled, boiled or steamed, on its own or brushed with a little olive oil for a healthy summertime side. Check it with DrWeil.com.
AMERICAN BATTLEHIPS FROM BIKERNET READER– Folks, Just brought NEW YORK back from sea trials. Okay, really not biker stuff, but check out the cool pic underway.
The bow stem casting of NEW YORK is made with tons of steel smelted from the remains of the World Trade Center. No that’s pretty cool.
And behold my knuckle in front of GREEN BAY which we delivered last year.
Ride safely.
Sincerely,
JGRW
BROCK’S PERFORMANCE/BST BECOMES A WERA ROADRACING CONTINGENCY SPONSOR–
DAYTON, Ohio. (July 10, 2009) – Brock’s Performance proudly announces that it is now offering contingency sponsorship for users of Blackstone Tek (BST) carbon fiber wheels in the WERA Motorcycle Roadracing series. On this new relationship, Brock’s Performance President, Brock Davidson, says: “As a former American Suzuki Motor Corporation-sponsored racer who also relied upon contingency, I know how important this money is. By nature, racing is a winner-take-all proposition. With these BST contingency payouts, we’re glad to spread some cash around to help roadracers offset their expenses throughout the year. BST wheels have proven themselves around the world in FIM Grand Prix competition with better handling, faster acceleration and quicker braking by weighting up to 60 percent less than standard rims. That said, Brock’s Performance is proud to bring BST’s proven on-track advantage to American club racing.”
“We are pleased to give Brock’s Performance the opportunity to introduce BST wheels to motorcycle roadracers in the United States,” said WERA’s Evelyne Clarke. “We look forward to building a long-term relationship with the company and exploring the possibilities for other Brock’s Performance products making their debut in WERA Motorcycle Roadracing.”
For more information on BST wheels and other Brock’s Performance parts, go to BrocksPerformance.com. Additional information on WERA Motorcycle Roadracing can be found at WERA.com.
BIKERNET SUNDAY ART EXHIBIT,”Rest Assured – She’s Ready– “Rest Assured – She’s Ready” is the latest in a series of prints and Originals from Stefanie Aziere-Sattler dedicated to Land Speed Racing. Stefanie was recently featured as the official artist for the S&S 50th Anniversary Celebration, where she was intrigued by the allure of the salt.
Moments before heading to the starting line at the legendary Bonneville Salt Flats, AMA National Land Speed Record Holder Erika Cobb (18 years old, Mitchell, South Dakota), takes special care of her bike- making sure her windshield is clean, and attending to all the fine details. There is a connection between a racer and their ride, and this image captures the peaceful expression as she prepares her bike, and herself, for the upcoming run. Her spirit shines through. Rest assured – she’s ready.
The Original is in Oil. Giclee Prints are available in a Limited Edition run of 50 pieces. All numbered and signed by the artist. Two sizes are available: 24×24 for $250.00, and 16×16 for $150.00 both sizes are available on canvas or art paper.
See more of Stefanie’s talents, contact her for private commissions, or shop existing editions available for sale at www.chromedimpressions.com
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Motorcycle Riders Seek Justice over Boston ?Noise? Ordinance– (July 10, 2009 — Boston, MA) ? Yesterday Suffolk Superior Court Judge Geraldine S. Hines, heard arguments today for a Motion seeking to temporarily restrain Boston?s Law and Traffic Enforcement Agencies from enforcing City of Boston Ordinance Docket Number 0658, which calls for $300 fines on (only) motorcycle exhaust equipment not displaying a ?readily visible? stamp that the system is approved by the Federal Environmental Protection Agency.
Judge Hines stated she would take their arguments under advisement and issue a decision soon.
Until her decision is rendered, the ordinance remains in effect.
If you ride, or even park your motorcycle in Boston and the EPA labeling is not readily visible, you remain liable for a $300 fine.
Attending the 2:00 p.m. hearing proposing the Motion for Injunctive Relief filed on July 3rd were Plaintiffs Paul W. Cote of Amesbury, Bill Gannon of Quincy, Vince Silvia of Haverhill, and Mike Longtin of North Easton, Massachusetts. The quartet, calling themselves the Massachusetts Riders for Justice Committee were joined by long time motorcyclists’ advocate Betsy Lister of Medfor, Massachusetts. Plaintiff Larry Cahill was unable to attend the Hearing but gave his full support.
Following a noontime telephone briefing from American Motorcyclists Association (AMA) Government Relations Specialist Imre Szauter and ongoing communications with Motorcycling Blogger Bruce Arnold, the Riders For Justice retained Motorcycling Attorney Joseph S. Provanzano of Peabody, Massachusetts who passionately argued the position of the plaintiffs.
Provanzano has successfully overturned more than 300 ?excessive exhaust noise? citations against motorcyclists in court systems throughout Massachusetts.
“This is not about noise as much as it is about the local ?Crown? over-imposing unwarranted authority on citizens,” claimed Plaintiff Cote`. “Over 235 years ago the citizens of Boston told the British Government ?no way!? Today we are doing the same by seeking the Court to declare this Ordinance to be ?the rubbish it is,? claimed Cote`
“I attended today to be part of the solution,” stated Plaintiff Longtin,” and this Ordinance discriminating against motorcycling is wrong and I’m there to say so!”
Plaintiff Vince Silvia of Haverhill, who rode into the Boston Hearing with no EPA imprint on his bike?s exhaust systems, said, “It’s crap.” ?My motorcycle has passed State inspections and five voluntary sound tests with the sound meter donated by the AMA.?
“This Ordinance is nothing but the City of Boston trying to make a buck off of riders. At $300 of pop, 100 bikes equal $30,000 to them, a 1,000 bikes equal $300,000. This ordinance,? Silva continued, ?is designed to discriminate against, as City Council Salvatore LaMattina testified, ?those people? to keep riders out of Boston. This is ?revenue enhancement?, in its purest form. Add onto the ticket the costs of exercising your right to due process which will cost you as much as the original ticket, not to mention that parked or not it will be a moving violation which will just jack up your insurance rates. To me that equals government sanctioned theft.”
Attorneys representing the City Boston were accompanied by a Sergeant of the Boston Police Department. He did not offer any testimony during the hearing. He later conferred with Plaintiffs Cote` and Gannon stating “They dragged me in just for show. I have nothing against motorcyclists.”
Observer Betsy Lister of Medford, Massachusetts was impressed by Provanzano?s representation of the Plaintiff?s position.
Lister stated, ?Attorney Provanzano was armed and dangerous exuding passion and commitment to the cause while adeptly citing chapter and verse basically illustrating how the Boston?s new noise ordinance usurped and superseded both federal and state statutes and was totally repugnant!
?Provanzano threw out more legal challenges than an ‘all star’ pitcher in a series baseball game with each statement being a perfect strike? Lister continued.
Recently, Cahill, Cote, and Lister visited the Boston Harley Davidson? dealership and examined all new motorcycles on the showroom floor. Because of varied production styling and components, in most cases the activists could not view the EPA stamp unless the motorcycle is partially dismantled.
Riders For Justice Committee Members are patiently awaiting Judge Hines ruling on the temporary restraining order while their lawsuit to permanently overturn the ordinance was filed on July 3rd and prepares to go to a trial before the Suffolk County Superior Court.
Suggestions and contributions can be sent to Sheila Andrews, AMA Legislative Assistant, by e-mail at sandrews@ama-cycle.org
Texas: Senate Bill 1967– authored by Sen. John Carona (R-Dallas) and sponsored by Rep. Norma Chavez (D-El Paso), introduces many motorcycle-related changes in the Lone Star State. Included in the bill are
1) funding by Texas Department of Transportation for a public awareness campaign to promote motorcyclist safety and the concept of sharing the road with motorcyclists;
2) changes to the definition of a motorcycle to include certain enclosed three-wheeled passenger vehicles;
3) changes to the licensing requirements for enclosed three-wheeled passenger vehicles;
4) a requirement for all applicants for a motorcycle license or endorsement on a regular or commercial driver’s license to provide proof of successful completion of a basic motorcycle operator training course;
5) penalties for failure to yield the right-of-way violations resulting in bodily injury range from $500 to $2,000 while those resulting in serious bodily injury range from $1,000 to $4,000;
6) a prohibition against stopping or detaining a motorcycle operator or passenger solely to determine whether the person has successfully completed a motorcycle operator training and safety course or is covered by a health insurance plan;
7) a requirement for the Department of Transportation to develop a standard of proof of health insurance coverage for adult motorcycle operators and passengers; and
8) a requirement that all driver education courses or driving safety courses include information on motorcycle awareness, dangers of failure to yield the right-of-way to motorcyclists, and the need to share the road with motorcyclists. Governor Rick Perry signed the bill into law on June 19; it becomes effective September 1, 2009. .
California motorcycle smog test proposal pulled– Thanks to the efforts of thousands of AMA members and other concerned motorcyclists, the sponsor of a proposed California law to require motorcycles to undergo periodic exhaust emissions testing has pulled the bill and it is no longer expected to be heard during the 2009 legislative session. The measure, Senate Bill 435, which was introduced this year by state Sen. Fran Pavley (D-Santa Monica), would have required all model year 2000-and-newer on-road motorcycles with engine displacements of more than 280cc to be tested every two years. Riders also expressed their concern that the bill could require motorcyclists to always have a stock exhaust system, whereas automobile owners are allowed to install aftermarket systems, which can be less costly.
HELMET REPEAL IN Missouri: Senate Bill 202– sponsored by Sen. Kurt Schaefer (R-Columbia), would have permitted motorcyclists and passengers 21 years of age or older to make the use of a helmet a personal decision (except on Interstate highways). It also would have provided that operating a motorcycle, in and of itself, shall not be considered evidence of comparative negligence.
Finally, it stated that when investigating an accident or settling an automobile insurance policy claim, no insurer, agent, producer, or claims adjuster of an insurer shall assign a percentage of fault to a party based upon the sole fact that the party was operating a motorcycle in an otherwise legal manner. Although overwhelmingly passed in both the Senate and the House, Governor Jay Nixon vetoed SB-202 on July 2, 2009.
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