Hey,

It’s the day after Christmas. Life is truly amazing. It’s too bad someone doesn’t put it properly into written words, share it with the world and teach it in classes. It’s simple and magnificent.

If only we could take a pill and eliminate hate, power, and ego to be replaced with freedom and love. All could be fantastic.



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HOLIDAY POEM FROM A BROTHER—A WINTER TASK

As the winters full moon lights up the night
I gaze upon the snow-covered trees in sheer delight

Have I stepped into the enchanted forest in some fairytale?
I must not fail, to save a world so full of anger and hate.

This sees a very daunting task
So, I must put on my Santa Mask

And spread love, kindness and holiday cheer,
And maybe the madness will disappear.

--Wayne Cobb
12/19






NEWS FROM THE TWISTED ROAD--What's so special about this Tiger? Hey everyone, it's Austin, and I just noticed something interesting that I thought you'd like to know.

At Twisted Road, we have 2,100 bikes to rent, in 50 states. Yet this bike is one of our most rented motos. Why is this bike getting all the love?

Simple. It's the only Tiger in Denver.

See, here's the thing. People go to Denver. They want to ride the Rockies. They find a bike they like. They rent it. Although we have plenty of bikes in Denver, this bike is what people want.

So? Why should I care?

There is something great about being different. About being the only bike of its kind in a market. The only Panigale. The only Triumph Bobber. The only Scout. The only Sportster. Or the only Ninja.

So, when you look at our bikes, and you're considering whether you should list, think about this Tiger that is getting so much love.

Happy riding, and please contact us at info@twistedroad.com if you have any questions.

Thanks.

Austin
Founder and CEO
Twisted Road




HANG ON NEWS Y'all, Honda has produced 400 million motorcycles since 1949--
Let's take a minute to think about how insane that number is.

A lot of people tend to think of Honda as a car company that also builds motorcycles (among other things), but the truth is that Honda's motorcycle operations -- like BMW's -- predate its cars by a pretty sizable chunk of time.

In that time, Honda introduced a ton of iconic two-wheeled vehicles like the original Super Cub (aka the best-selling vehicle in all of human history), the Fireblade and the Goldwing. All of these massive successes around the globe have led Honda to where it is now: parading around in a bathrobe like Alfred Molina in Boogie Nights and celebrating the fact that it's produced 400 million motorcycles since 1949.

Just think about that number. That's enough so that every American would have 1.22 Honda motorcycles. That's like, a Super Cub and a spare motor for every single American. For another fun comparison, Volkswagen's Beetle -- a car that was in production for 65 years, mind you -- only managed around 21.5 million units built. If you took 400 million Honda Groms and lined them up end to end, you could circle the globe 17.56 times.

Here's a number that might even be crazier: 20 million. That (as of 2018) is the annual total of motorcycles produced globally for Honda. For comparison, in 2016, Ford produced 6.429 million vehicles globally. While cars are obviously more complicated to build than motorcycles, that's still a pretty dramatic disparity.

So, the next time you see a motorcyclist puttering around on a Monkey or even an Africa Twin in the pouring rain, remember that statistically speaking, you're the weirdo for not being down with a two-wheeled lifestyle.

--Kyle Hyatt
Road Show





XMAS WEATHER REPORT FROM TEXAS--Was an Understatement the helmet image was the last two blocks and that was a joy! Leaving the house there was 40-50’ visibility.



What Magoo decided to ride in at 4:00 a.m. today??? Absolutely no visibility into Willis, not much more ALL THE WAY into Beltway 8!



Doubt I could have seen anything on Hwy 99 but didn’t even see the exit unit I was passing the ramp. Got behind some taillights and prayed they could see for 65 miles. As much moisture on the inside of my helmet shield and glasses as outside! Had to ride squinting most of the way, too much moisture in the air. It did not burn off as I predicted. Why I’m not a weatherman, I guess? You can see the moisture level on the vest.



Gotta love it!

--RFR
Certified Reporter
Bikernet™ Weather Bureau





YEAR END CLEARANCE FROM LOWBROW--
You need to get over to Lowbrow right now
Why? Because the End of Year Blowout just started!

Get an additional 40% off all sale and clearance items. That means 50% to over 80% off of over 180+ different motorcycle parts, helmets, clothing, fabricator parts and more...

The best stuff goes first, so click here to check out the sale and grab the parts you need before they're gone. No discount code necessary.

Happy New Year and see you on the road!

PS - Select Biltwell Gringo & Gringo S helmets are 50% off, while they last...








NOT SO FUNNY AD FOR H-D IN TURKEY—

--Paul Aiken
Owner
Aeromach USA, LLC
Charlotte, NC 28269
800-990-9392 orders
704-599-1333 office
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Highway Hawk is a product of Motolux






MAN WHO SAVED THE TITAN--Also. I'm part of a Bonneville team. He is a SCTA multiple record holder. I have crewed two years.

This is a 1400 Kawasaki. It is knocking on 250 MPH. I went 2013 and 2017. He won't do BUB, is a SCTA guy.



--Wayne Richmond



See his Titan story on Bikernet.—Bandit
https://www.bikernet.com/pages/story_detail.aspx?id=14569&id=14569





TOOL OF THE WEEK-- 1062-0003 CLUTCH HUB PULLER

THIS HEAVY DUTY CLUTCH HUB PULLER IS FOR USE WITH CHAIN & BELT DRIVE APM COMP MASTER & RIVERA PRO CLUTCH ON TAPERED TRANSMISSION MAIN/SHAFTS FOUND ON 1937 – 1989 HARLEY DAVIDSON BIG TWINS.



This professional tool will pull either an APM Comp Master Clutch or Rivera Pro Clutch off of the tapered transmission main/shaft found on 1937-1989 Harley Big Twins.



The tool includes a thick puller plate and heavy duty screw as well as two different size end caps (one for the shorter threads on 1937-84 & one for the longer threads on 1985-89) to guard the main/shaft threads from damage. Retail: $83.99






LIFESTYLE DEAL OF THE WEEK--
2016 Harley-Davidson FLHXS Street Glide Touring for $17,995.00

See it here: https://www.lifestylecycles.com/default.asp?page=xPreOwnedInventoryDetail&id=7266389


When it comes to stripped-down bagger style, highway comfort, modern technology and an unruly attitude, this is a state of the art motorcycle. The 2016 Street Glide Special takes the hot-rod bagger formula a little further, Reflex Linked Brakes with ABS, the Boom!™ Box 6.5 GT infotainment system and CVO model style hand-adjustable lowered rear suspension as standard equipment.



Featuring a Batwing fairing with Splitstream vent to reduce rider head buffeting, the Street Glide Special is a truly loaded bagger. All the goodies you expect are there, including the High Output Twin Cam 103 motor and hydraulic clutch, the Project Rushmore forks and triple clamps.


A Jukebox media compartment has a One-Touch door plus USB connection (in addition to the Bluetooth compatibility of the Boom! Box). Leading the way, of course, is an impressive 19-inch rim with Enforcer cast aluminum wheels. The Street Glide Special allows you to maintain control easier with the 64 inch wheelbase and short 27.4 inch seat height while it holds six gallons of fuel for longer uninterrupted runs.



ADDITIONAL EQUIPMENT:

Satin Black with red pin-striping is simply gorgeous. Raised tank logos and a chrome strap with black accent 'Street Glide' logo. Black inner fairing and a tinted windshield. Chrome blinkers, LED headlamp and black cast 5 twin spoke rims. Chrome engine guard. Black 2:2 exhaust with a very nice throaty sound. Chrome rocker covers, push-rod tubes, tappet blocks, air cleaner / trans / horn covers, cam with black accent 'Twin Cam' logo, primary and derby cover. 2-up seat and streamliner floors, passenger pegs, and a pigtail. LED rear and fender lights and more...

This bike has passed Lifestyle Cycles rigorous 100 point safety and mechanical inspection. Whether your looking to commute to work, ride the coast or take that dream vacation, this bike is ready to go!!!







HANOI JANE IS NOW DOOMSDAY JANE--Jane Fonda Calls for Prosecution of Climate Deniers – Urges skeptics ‘should be put on trial’ to fight ‘climate emergency’

Jane Fonda: “Now, because of the fossil fuel industry, it’s too late for moderation,” she bellowed. “And given the emergency, it’s those who believe in moderation, in pre-Trump business as usual, who are truly delusional. And those who lie and continue to lie about what they’re doing to the environment should be put on trial, not awarded tax cuts and made secretaries of state.”

--Climate Depot








FROM THE EASYRIDERS INVESTIGATIONS--Mr. Ball, I got my Christmas refund from E-Z riders. They sent me a hat, t-shirt & hoody. There really is a Santa.

They owed me $120.00 or so. I filled out the order form back in Oct. mailed it in. It took till yesterday to arrive.

I had just read Stealth’s comment Monday on your news and said, “Shit I ain't got nothing yet, but there it was the next day.” I can't tell ya how much money I've lost on subs that were canceled and not refunded. This was the first one ever refunded. There wasn't any note.
--Dave

Big Dave Methuen Ma.

Maybe they are beginning to understand the Easyriders Code, or are afraid of being sued. I hope it’s the code.--Bandit