Hey, What’s our next move? 45 Years ago, the safetycrats hit us with helmet laws. It was a notion not to save lives, but to control the growing number of wild bikers. Many folks just accepted that helmets protect heads. What could be better? We proved differently on many fronts and helmet laws still […]
FLAG-WAVING BIKERNET THURSDAY NEWS for October 20, 2016 Read More »
Actually, I think pretty much EVERYTHING looks stressed in the pic…
Engineering Theories — Engine As A Stressed Member Read More »
Today I’m gonna talk about the Baker 6 speed transmission gear set I recently installed into my old evo bagger. Since the quality of different aftermarket six speed manufacturers has already been covered quite completely in various other articles, I’m not going to get into that here. Instead I’ll try to answer those questions
From the motorcycles to the industry’s pioneers and innovators, the Sturgis Motorcycle Museum and Hall of Fame recognizes every aspect of what makes motorcycling great. The Museum was chartered in 2001 to recognize individuals or groups who have made a long term positive impact on the motorcycle community, and plans call for improvements that will
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The first rig I noticed as I stumbled from Casino Street to Freemont in Downtown Vegas was the massive Big Bear semi, taking up half a block with its flamed fire engine ruby red presence. Guys quickly unloaded predominately FXRs, onto the asphalt tarmac when Mona approached me. I was looking for her husband,
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Harley-Davidson Screamin’ Eagle/Vance & Hines rider Ed Krawiec stormed to the lead in the NHRA Countdown to the Championship standings with a big win in Pro Stock Motorcycle at the NHRA AAA Fall Nationals at the Texas Motorplex. Racing a competition Harley-Davidson V-Rod motorcycle, Krawiec scored a hole-shot victory in the final round to win
The #001 2016 Limited Edition Jack Daniel’s Indian Chief Vintage motorcycle auctioned at Barrett-Jackson Las Vegas on Saturday October 15 raised $150,000 for the benefit of Operation Ride Home, a program that assists active duty U.S. military personnel in traveling home to visit their families through a partnership with the Armed Services YMCA. One hundred
The history behind the Indian Scout is rich with adventure. Burt Monro pursued and achieved a world land speed record on a heavily modified Scout on the Bonneville Salt Flats, and it still stands today. Indian Scout motorcycles were used by the US Army and its Allies in World War II. And, after the Scout
More Indian Scout Custom Options From Klock Werks Read More »
Source: News Atlas When Bonham’s James Stensel said that “the Bonhams Stafford Sale continues to act as the international barometer for collectors’ motorcycle sales,” he could have not been more accurate. The Spring and Autumn Stafford sales traditionally throw up the finest of British collectible motorcycles and break records. Our top 250 motorcycles sold at
Bonham’s Autumn Stafford Motorcycle Auction Roundup Read More »
THE AIM/NCOM MOTORCYCLE E-NEWS SERVICE is brought to you by Aid to Injured Motorcyclists (A.I.M.) and the National Coalition of Motorcyclists (NCOM), and is sponsored by the Law Offices of Richard M. Lester. If you’ve been involved in any kind of accident, call us at 1-(800) ON-A-BIKE or visit www.ON-A-BIKE.com. NCOM BIKER NEWSBYTES Compiled & Edited by
NCOM Coast To Coast Biker News for October 2016 Read More »
Incredible, Life is nuts. I received a report from Australia yesterday. They don’t go for the whole climate change contention. As far as their concerned the human element is less than 10 percent and our situation is just a power grab to control the population and make solar companies and Al Gore rich. Have you
THE WEATHER UNDERGROUND SUNDAY POST for October 16, 2016 Read More »
This is a strange one on several levels. I covered it somewhat before when I wrote about Andrew Ursich’s Brass Monkey Sportster, the first bike he built. A high school buddy, Larry St. Marie, invited me to Andrew’s Westside Long Beach shop on the edge of the Port of Long Beach. As it turned out,
Andrew Ursich’s “Stardust” Memories Read More »
Judging a bike show is not as easy as many people may think, especially if you are going to do it right. There are many factors to consider and attention to detail is critical. Also knowledge of the make, model and production year can be a major factor. There were many sharp motorcycles in the Cycle
Bike Feature — Brent Ulman’s 1928 HD – JD Read More »
I represented Bikernet as the All-Powerful Bikernet Bagger Editor in the 2016 Sturgis Harley-Davidson and Editor’s Choice Bike Show and though there were a lot of great motorcycles entered I ended up picking the 1982 FXR of Matt Anderson. I had to pick something I could call a Bagger. It’s the code of the west.
Bike Feature — Matt Anderson’s Wild 1982 FXR by Gilby Read More »
We have it all from MetalSport, the NRA, the MRF, Samson Exhaust, S&S, Aeromach, Italy, NMA, Trailblazers, you name it. Click here to read the news.
THE SOLUTION BIKERNET WEEKLY NEWS for October 13, 2016 Read More »
Hey, What if we proved all transportation vehicles have little effect on the climate and cows and agriculture has a much more devastating effect? What if we proved oil ain’t bad at all but killing animals is. What if we found out that the biggest element on the earth controlling weather and fixing our climate
THE SOLUTION BIKERNET WEEKLY NEWS for October 13, 2016 Read More »
Fall is a great time for motorcycle trips, and a good time to save on mounts for phone, GPS, camera and other mobile devices. is having an inventory reduction sale for Harley Brake/Clutch eCaddy mounts; all 20% off, for savings of up to $28! See all eligible mounts. Discount Code: HD-737 Discount offer applies to eCaddy Mounting
Leader Motorcycle Fall Sale Read More »
J&P Cycles is thankful Daytona Beach and the state of Florida avoided a direct hit from Hurricane Matthew which only had minimal impact to the community. J&P Cycles and the City of Daytona Beach are rallying together to get ready for Biketoberfest this week. New product launches, no long lines, free product installations, and great
J&P Cycles Daytona Beach Hurricane Update Read More »
From: The Daytona Beach News Journal Despite businesses still patching up damaged roofs and awnings, some people still sweltering in their homes on day five with no power, and mountains of downed tree limbs flanking streets countywide, preparations for this weekend’s Biketoberfest are in top gear. Some see visiting bikers as a return to normal,
Volusia Bike Fest Still A Go Read More »
From Billy Lane of Choppers Inc. Regrettably, due to the damaging effects from Hurricane Matthew to New Smyrna Speedway and the Daytona Beach area, the Sons of Speed vintage motorcycle races must be rescheduled at new Smyrna Speedway for March 17 & 18, during Daytona Bike Week. We will refund anyone who would like one,
Billy Lane Hurricane Update Read More »
Judging a bike show is not as easy as many people may think, especially if you are going to do it right. There are many factors to consider and attention to detail is critical. Also knowledge of the make, model and production year can be a major factor. Left side of motorcycle There were many
The Winner is Brent Ulmans 1928 HD – JD Read More »
News from Daytona and the Florida Coast, Billy Lane, NRA, MRF, Yelvington, Hooligan Class, Choppertown, and the girls click here to read the post. Don’t forget your Cantina Membership here.
The HURRICANE Sunday Post for October 9, 2016 Read More »
Judging a bike show is not as easy as many people may think, especially if you are going to do it right. There are many factors to consider and attention to detail is critical. Also knowledge of the make, model and production year can be a major factor. Left side of motorcycle There were
The Winner is Brent Ulmans 1928 HD – JD Read More »
