Hey,
It’s Love Ride Sunday and half the Los Angeles biker population is scattered all over Interstate 5 roaring toward Lake Castaic for the event, the vendors, the rock groups, Jay Leno and Oliver S. of Glendale Harley-Davidson. Scott Long, Gard Hollinger and Harold Pontarelli packed up their creations and headed over to the lake at the crack of dawn to set up.
Parties, Vintage Auctions and Michael Lichter photo exhibits rocked Saturday around the city. Book author Tom Zimberoff’s bike was stolen last night. That’s a drag.
So what the hell am I doing here? First I’m handling the Sunday Post. It’s my job, goddamnit. The show must go on. Let’s hit the news:
The Center for Disease Control has released a list of symptoms of bird flu. If you experience any of the following, please seek medical treatment immediately:
1. High fever
2. Congestion
3. Nausea
4. Fatigue
5. Aching in the joints
6. An irresistible urge to crap on someone’s windshield.
I would like to see a test on the new Thunderheader True Duals for the Dressers the web site says they ate out in Oct 05. I have not seen them yet. Maybe a shoot out between the Rheinhart True Duals and the old Trid and true 2 into 1 Thunder header.
Another product is the thunder hart EFI module from zippers they are saying it beats the power commander, but nothing beats an independent test.
Thanks for the great web page, it is very popular Here with the soldiers in Iraq.
–Jim
I commissioned Rogue to get started. Hang on.–Bandit
President Bush has authorized the Joint Chiefs to begin drawing up a battle plan to pull France’s ass out of the fire again. Facing an apparent overwhelming force of up to 400 pissed off teenagers, Mr. Bush doubts France’s ability to hold off the little pissants.
“Hell, if the last two world wars are any indication, I would expect France to surrender any day now”, said Bush.
Joint Chiefs head Gen. Peter Pace warned the President that it might be necessary to send up to 5 U.S. Marines to get things under control. The general admitted that 5 Marines may be overkill, but he wanted to get this thing under control within 24 hours of arriving on scene. He stated he was having a hard time finding even one Marine to help those ungrateful bastards out for a third time, but he thought that he could persuade a few women Marines to do the job before they went on pregnancy leave.
President Bush asked Gen. Pace to get our Marines out of there as soon as possible after order was restored. He also reminded Gen. Pace to make sure the Marines did not take soap, razors, or deodorant with them. The least they stand out the better.
We invite you to interview J. Peter Robinson as “World’s Fastest Indian” heads the theaters in Los Angeles and New York December 9. Robinson’s score sets the tone for the inspirational true life story of New Zealander Burt Munro, who spent years rebuilding a 1920 Indian motorcycle — a bike which helped him set the land-speed world record at Utah’s Bonneville Salt Flats in the 1970s. The film stars Anthony Hopkins, Bruce Greenwood and Diane Ladd and is directed by Roger Donaldson. The film is among the Top 10 highest-grossing releases in its native New Zealand.
Thank you in advance for your support. We would be happy to schedule an interview with J. Peter Robinson and to send you an advance of the score.
–Tom Kidd
FILM COMPOSER J. PETER ROBINSON REVVING UP TO PREMIERE “WORLD’S FASTEST INDIAN” IN LA, NY DEC. 9
(Hollywood, CA) Multitalented musician/songwriter/composer J. Peter Robinson has scored Roger Donaldson’s film “World’s Fastest Indian,” which just premiered at the 2005 Toronto International Film Festival. Among New Zealand’s Top 10 local earning films of all time, “World’s Fastest Indian” will premiere in Los Angeles and New York December 9 with a limited national release on February 3, 2006. Robinson’s score sets the tone for the inspirational true life story of New Zealander Burt Munro, who spent years rebuilding a 1920 Indian motorcycle — a bike which helped him set the land-speed world record at Utah’s Bonneville Salt Flats in the 1970s. The film stars Anthony Hopkins, Bruce Greenwood and Diane Ladd and is directed by Roger Donaldson. This project marks the third time Peter Robinson has collaborated with Donaldson.
Peter Robinson’s score to the action-comedy “Mr. Nice Guy” was the third of a three-picture deal for New Line Cinema and Jackie Chan, which included “Rumble in the Bronx” and “Jackie Chan’s First Strike.” Robinson’s longtime relationship with New Line Cinema grew from several collaborations with horror legend Wes Craven. His scores for Craven include “Wes Craven’s New Nightmare,” “Vampire in Brooklyn,” “Nightmare Caf?” and “Don’t Look Down.” New Line also turned to Robinson to score the sizzling opening sequence for “Frequency.” Other Robinson credits include “Fifteen Minutes,” “Wayne’s World,” “Encino Man” and co-composing the end title song for the animated film “The Wild Thornberrys”
Robinson became so busy composing for film that he reluctantly stopped touring as a rock and roll musician-a career that spanned more than twenty years and included a eight-year stint as Phil Collins’ keyboard player and collaborations as a writer, arranger, and/or co-producer with Eric Clapton, Melissa Etheridge and Al Jarreau, to name a few.
Here are the First pictures of Branscombe Riding “Headhunter” from the movie “The Ironhorsemen”. I should have available shortly pictures taken by a professional photographer for use in a press release and added distribution. I will copy you with those as well when they become available.
I thought all you guy’s would enjoy seeing the rolling art (or perhaps paving machine) we built for the movie “The Ironhorsemen”. This is the first time BR has been able to ride “Headhunter”. We had a blast feeling out how this monster moves.
I am not sure that you are aware but John Milius has been the executive producer for the very successful HBO movie that replaced “The Soprano’s” it is called “Rome” . This has affected his efforts on getting “The Ironhorsemen” off the ground. It is still envisioned for spring 2006 filming however, and we are to meet and show John the bikes sometime in the next few weeks. We will send out a press release and info to each of you at that time.
Branscombe Richmond, star of Renegade, Scorpion King, Action Jackson, Walker Texas Rangers, and most recently a guest on Joey and Desperate Housewives, takes his first ride on the Renegade SE from American Motorcycle Co. 1902. Branscombe is a partner in this new company based on the heritage of the original American Motorcycle Company founded in 1902. With a focus to deliver higher quality products for those special riders these bikes are built to perfection, and really stand apart from the crowd.
The Renegade SE is a limited Edition custom motorcycle built for the discriminating buyer. It is the top of the AMC1902 line, and one of six models in the American Motorcycle Co. 1902 LLC line-up. Built with the highest quality components and for performance the Renegade SE comes with an S&S 124 with Trick Shift right hand six speed transmission. This chopper comes with 4″ stretch and a 40 degree rake using a 4″ down tube. All cables and switches are hidden making this a clean ride. Motorcycle comes with dual disc front brakes that will make this bike perform in those quick stopping situations. Bike rides on Avon rubber using the big 300 on the rear end. Amazing custom paint set’s this bike apart along with its extensive fabricating on body and chassis. This is a unique motorcycle.
Also, look at the custom bikes built by AMC1902 for the Movies “The Ironhorsemen” and “Taken By Force” featured on the website. A lot is happening at AMC1902 so keep your eyes on their website to check out the frequently changing schedules and watch for Branscombe Richmond and the Renegade Posse’s next performance (also listed on the website). Check it out along with AMC’s other products on
www.amc1902.com
–Branscombe and Bob
Should You Be Institutionalized?
It doesn’t hurt to take a hard look at yourself from time to time, and his should help get you started.
During a visit to the mental asylum, a visitor asked the Director what the criterion was which defined whether or not a patient should be institutionalized.
“Well,” said the Director, “we fill up a bathtub, then we offer a teaspoon, a teacup and a bucket to the patient and ask him or her to empty the bathtub.”
“Oh, I understand,” said the visitor. “A normal person would use the bucket because it’s bigger than the spoon or the teacup.”
“No.” said the Director, “A normal person would pull the plug. Do you want a room with or without a view?”
–from MaryAnn Hart
LA CROSSE , WI (November 9, 2005) The S&S Cycle logo is recognized as a sign of Proven Performance in the V-Twin industry. Thanks to that recognition, S&S T-shirts and hats have always been very popular among the men who ride fast V-Twin powered machines. Now, for 2006, S&S has added a whole new line of women’s and children’s apparel, along with plenty of new items for the guys-just in time for holiday gift giving and easy to shop for on the S&S website http://www.sscycle.com or at your local dealer.
All of your favorite classic men’s styles are still available, with lots of exciting additions this year. A selection of the new items includes mechanic gloves, bold new T-shirt designs and some polo and long sleeve button down shirts. But the big news is the new gear for women and children.
Everything from jackets and sweatshirts to V-Neck and T-Strap tank tops are now available for women. There had been overwhelming requests for S&S to recreate the Marge Smith T-shirt, so it is back and available in both long and short sleeve styles. Along with the new styles, you will find plenty of new colors in case you want to get away from basic black shirts-and S&S apparel makes a great holiday gift for the women you know who ride, or want to ride.
“We attend a lot of shows and rallies across the country and we listen to what our customers ask us for,” said James Simonelli, Communications and Events Manager at S&S. “Our customers told us they wanted a broader selection of S&S wearables, so we created a new line of apparel that has something for just about everyone.”
I have been riding my 2004 Electra-Glide so much I have not been riding my other motorcycles enough.
I have lowered the price on my rigid frame to $8,500.00. I have been neglecting it by not riding it enough. It still is in good condition and runs great.
I think motorcycles should be ridden and not sit in garages so I want to find someone who will appreciate it and ride it.
If you know anyone please have them contact me at Photos can be seen at http://www.bikerrogue.com A Custom Hand Built 96 Cubic Inch 4 Valve Per Cylinder Rigid Frame Tire Smoking Wheeling Hot Rod is up for grabs. The bike was originally built in 1990 starting with a special modified Paugho rigid frame, FXE dual disc brake front end, disc brake rear, factory Mag Wheels 19″front and 16″ rear. Through the years it has had different engines and transmissions and a lot of changes. It has been professionally maintained by Rogue. At present it is using the Paugho frame, FXE front end and factory mags, Custom Paugho gas tank, Mustang Seat. The 96 cubic inch 4 Valve Per Cylinder engine was built at Accurate Engineering in Dothan Alabama and was featured in Easyriders Magazine # 337 July 2001 issue (article available on request). It has an enclosed primary with chain drive hooking to a Rivera Pro Clutch and a 5 speed trans in a 4 speed case with a rear chain drive. The Custom Paint is by Sonny Keeton, world famous Rats Hole Show Winner. It has saddle bags and a removable tour pack for trips that is adjustable for rider or carrying a passenger. It is truly a versatile motorcycle and gets attention where ever it is. It has a heavy duty electric starter, forward controls, oil cooler, oil pressure gauge, Tachometer and Speedometer handle bar mounted with a bracket for the radar detector. And the Really Good News is that the Price was Only $10,000.00 Now $8,500.00 The motorcycle is in Florida and has clean Title. Come here and Ride It Home or I will arrange shipping for you at a fair price. –Rogue The 4th Annual Dallas Chopper Show & Swap Meet – MORE WINTER SHOWS “IN THE WORKS” CHECK WWW.TEXASSCOOTER.COM FOR UPDATES Hey there, thanks for getting back with me. It was great talking with you. Send me a picture of your ring. I will see what the guys have to say about reproducing it. If you have not done so check our website at This site is still in the final stages of completion so not everything is working yet. We are hoping to get a license with West Coast Choppers, they seem to be tough to get into at the moment. Hopefully when we get a bigger name they will take a hard look at us. “Jeff Roller” jroller@rushmore.com THOUGHT I’D DROP A QUICK NOTE TO WISH A FELLOW VET A HAPPY VETERIAN’S DAY. YOU DO REALISE THAT IT IS THE ONLY HOLIDAY THAT WE EARNED BY GIVING OUR COUNTRY SOME O’ OUR LIFE? OTHER’S MAY CELIBRATE IT AS WELL, BUT ONLY TRUE VET’S HAVE EARNED THE RIGHT! ALSO THOUGHT I’D SHOW YOU A FEW SHOT’S OF MY NOT SO DICEY KNUCKLE. RIDE FOREVER BANDIT, N I’LL SEE YA IN DEC. TOMYKA Oh yeah I do have some news. V-twin / Ted Cycle settled the lawsuit we had pending. Big Settlement. They actually took a couple of our bars, sent them to Taiwan to be copied, and put our bar (with the Carlini logo on it) in their catalog. It is important that the public understand that Carlini Design will aggressively pursue any knock-off artists. Don’t hate, innovate–right? Also, we are running a sale on our 1.50 original style T-bars for 249.95. The sale is good until the end of January. Still would like to feature Bart on Bikernet. –TJ Let’s get to work on that feature, right away.–Bandit Two Iraqi spies met in a busy restaurant after they had successfully slipped into the U.S. The first spy starts speaking in Arabic. The second spy shushes him quickly and whispers: “Don’t blow our cover. You’re in America now. You must Speak Spanish.” –from Bob T. Here are some pics of five gallon fat bob tanks we dished at SBW. I think they are real cool! What do you think? Chopper John did a killer job on these. We plan on running them on a SBW project bike. If anyone out there is interested in this style of tank, give us a call at STEALTH BIKE WORKS, 704-882-0889! Later! IT’S JACK TIME–I haven’t had any Jack in weeks, it’s cool outside and feels right. I hope everyone had a blast this weekend, whether you hit the Love Ride or just shared garage time with brothers. Had a surprise visit from Susan Buck who once was on the Thunder Press staff. Sharp female rider who it going to contribute some interesting Harley historical prospectives and editorial to Bikernet in the future. I’m going to launch a couple more articles this afternoon as I wait for the Jack to arrive. I may be forced to lock and load and go kill a bottle myself. Hang on for the Digital Discovery and more. Ride Forever, –Bandit Wait justa darn minute! Go on to find out who won the PyroTech Paint Job! Continued On Page 2
Longhorn Ballroom – Dallas – January 8, 2006
The 6th Annual Conroe Swap Meet & Motorcycle Expo –
Lone Star Expo Center – Conroe – January 29, 2006
The 1st Annual San Antonio Swap Meet –
Freeman Coliseum – February 26, 2006 
