In an effort to be more price competitive in the industry, Wimmer Custom Cycle has recently decided to end their distribution relationship with Drag Specialties.

 In an effort to be more price competitive in the industry, Wimmer Custom Cycle has recently decided to end their distribution relationship with Drag Specialties. Lee Wimmer, President of Wimmer Custom Cycle stated, “Now, more than ever, the consumer is shopping for the best price and we have found that having a distribution price level makes the MSRP too high. We want all the dealers that have purchased from Drag in the past to know they will be approved dealers directly with us with a minimum of paperwork. We are also creating better dealer sales incentives to deal directly with us. We will still offer the great factory technical support and will continue making the best intakes the market has to offer. Please continue to monitor our web site wimmermachine.com for all the new parts, information and specials we are offering. We are also pleased to announce that we have relocated our sales and distribution facility to Harleysville, PA. (all phone numbers are the same) along with supporting sales and service in Murrells Inlet, SC.”
 
For further information on this announcement, please contact Wimmer Custom Cycle directly at 1-866-Hot Cycle (1-866-468-2925) and 215-721-4160.

 ILLUSION UNVEILS EXCLUSIVE WCC STYLE CAPT. AMERICA COMMEMORATIVE CHOPPER

As Godfather to the production chopper industry, Illusion Cycles is responsible for some of the most stylish yet brutally hard core production choppers ever. In keeping with their flare for running on the edge, Rusty Coones and Rod Requejo, co-owners of Illusion, just announced the availability of a limited number of Capt. America Commemorative choppers. Working closely with West Coast Choppers, the bikes will have an unmistakable WCC look and feature many of that company’s exclusive components. Each Illusion Capt.

 America will be hand fabricated at the Illusion factory in Westminister, California to meet personal the requirements of each customer.
As with Illusion’s much sought after line of in-your-face HELLRAZOR bikes, Capt. America Commemoratives will feature driveline components that are CARB certified to California specifications and 49 state EPA compliant. Additionally, each machine is covered by a full one year factory warranty and qualify for extended warrantee coverage from aftermarket companies.
If you’re looking for a truly unique scooter that is as dependable as it is visually striking, look no further. In this economy, where you spend your money is as important as what you spend it on. At Illusion you get exactly what you pay for; quality, performance, longevity and image. It should be noted that a testament to Illusions continued high regard among professional manufacturers, is the fact that Illusion motorcycles continue to be listed in both the Kelly Blue Book and NADA directory.
For complete detail call Illusion Cycles at 714-894-1942. Be sure to visit them on the Web at www.Illusionmotorcycles.com
 
ILLUSION CAPT. WCC/CAPT. AMERICA SPECS
 
*Engine: Fully polished CARB and EPA certified S&S 114”
*Transmission: Prowler RSD 6-speed  (patented steady bar w/bearing support)
*Exhaust: WCC EPA compliant header with Supertrapp muffler
*Intake: 42 mm Mikuni with CARB approved air box
*Ignition: Spyke optical multi-spark/80 thousand volt coil
*Starter and charging: Spyke Stealth
*Charging system: Compufire 40 amp 3 phase
*Drive: Primary 3” open belt. Final 530 O-ring chain.
*Frame: WCC 250 CFL rigid w/ spider web neck gusset and 35° rake
*Front end: 41 mm wide-glide telescopic w/ 3° raked trees
*Wheels: Colorado Custom forged Spider Web 18 x 8.5 front, 21 x 3.25 rear
*Gas tank: WCC 3.6 gal modified King Sport
*Bars: Illusion Mini Ape 9”
*Hand controls: Brembo with OEM switch housings
*Tires: Metzler 240 rear, 21 front
Brakes: Brembo 4-piston full floating front and rear
*Fenders WCC 10.5 with Spider Web struts rear, 5.5 front
*Seat: Illusion 10 gauge pan with hand tooled leather and adjustable billet shocks
 

  YANKEE ENGINEUITY OFFERS HUNDREDS OF GAUGE MOUNT, BASE CLAMP AND GAUGE CUP COMBINATION.

Paughco’s line of Yankee Engineuity Base Clamps and associated Gauge Top mounting brackets include precision machined, direct replacement assemblies for virtually any stock or custom application. Additionally they offer a very cool, do-it-yourself, Universal Base Plate that can be modified to meet your requirements. For your convenience the Universal Plates are sold in raw aluminum for 1” and 1 ¼” bars and retail for just $66.07. Chrome gauge mounts come in sizes and styles for stock, VDO, Digital Dakota, Auto Meter and other gauges with diameters from 1.9” up to 3 3/8”.  Base Clamps and Gauge Tops can be purchased individually and are universal so you can mix styles and shapes. While YE custom base clamps cover most H-D models, the brackets can be adapted to a wide variety of Cruiser and custom machines. Base plates retail starting at $87.70, Top Brackets from $112.78 and Cups start at $100.81.  For complete details contact Paughco direct at 775-246-5738, email info@paughco or catch them on the Web at www.paughco.com .

  California Side Car Announces Dramatic Price Reductions

Arrington, Va.-Nov. 10, 2009-If a trike conversion kit or a motorcycle cargo trailer are topping your Holiday wish list this year then consider yourself covered. California Side Car, the trike conversion, sidecar and motorcycle cargo trailer specialists, has just announced huge price reductions.

 Available November 15 through May 30, 2010 retail prices have been reduced by $1,000 for all trikes for the H-D Softailâ, Ultra FLHâ series and the Goldwingâ 1800. Prices for Elite Trailers have been slashed by $300 and the LE, SE and Classic trailers are also reduced by $200.
For more than 25 years California Side Car has been providing consumers with the perfect blend of form and function. In addition, their experience in independent suspensions is unmatched. A number of competing manufacturers have recently introduced their own Independent Suspensions, only to be met with complications and suspended deliveries. As with any new technology, manufacturers need time and experience in order to produce superior machines. California Side Car has almost ten years experience with independent suspensions and is on its third generation of IS models, making them the proven leaders for trikes with independent suspension.
California Sidecar products are built to order and are available through factory trained authorized dealers or can be purchased directly from the factory. All direct trike purchases must be installed by the factory. You can trust California Side Car to take you where you want to go in comfort, style and for the right price.

please call (800) 824-1523 or visit HYPERLINK "http://www.californiasidecar.com" www.californiasidecar.com.

 Just looking at BDL’s new 2” Semi Open drives should have you scrambling for ordering details. These beautifully machined and cosmetically stunning 2” assemblies cover all popular Bagger machines.

 Just looking at BDL’s new 2” Semi Open drives should have you scrambling for ordering details. These beautifully machined and cosmetically stunning 2” assemblies cover all popular Bagger machines. Actually there are 2. One is specifically designed for a precision fit to 1990-2006 machines and the other for 2007 and later bikes. Each kit incorporates a unique top belt guard that  fits precisely into a groove located between the motor plate and side guard. These are total packages and in addition to the legendary 2” belt and new guard, the include BDL’s  smooth as silk, Ball Bearing lock up clutch. But, it doesn’t stop there, each kit is also supplied with a special pulley ratio that affords great over-all RPM management. The new drives are designed to allow proper re-placement of the floor boards without any interference. If you’ve been looking for just the right combination in proven performance and crowd stopping appearance, these new BDL Bagger Belt Drives should be on your list. For additional information contact Belt Drives LTD at 714-685-3333 or catch them on the Web at www.beltdrives.com

 HARLEY-DAVIDSON ANNOUNCES PLANS FOR WOMEN RIDERS MONTH 2010
Milwaukee to Host Female Riders from Across the Country in May.

 MILWAUKEE (November 5, 2009) – Today Harley-Davidson announced plans to commemorate the 2nd Annual Women Riders Month in May 2010 by hosting women riders in its hometown of Milwaukee, Wis., on May 22 and 23, 2010. Women Riders Month is designed to celebrate the millions of women who have already grabbed life by the handlebars, as well as inspire more women to experience the freedom of the open road.

During the two day event, the Motor Company has planned a series of activities for women including demo rides at the Harley-Davidson  Museum, new product displays and an opportunity to meet and speak with Karen Davidson, great granddaughter of one of the Motor Company founders.  On Saturday, an independent ride featuring several stops throughout the city of Milwaukee and surrounding areas will give riders a taste of Wisconsin.  An organized ride later that day will land at an evening block party featuring live entertainment.


“We are very excited to build upon the successful Women Riders Month events we hosted this past year in New York City and Milwaukee,” said Leslie Prevish, women’s outreach manager, Harley-Davidson Motor Company.  “Of course, we’re especially thrilled about the opportunity to welcome female riders from across the country to our hometown.”

 
The Women Riders Month event in Milwaukee is open to riders of all brands of motorcycles and non-riders alike – women are encouraged to bring friends to join them in the various activities.  A full schedule of activities and registration for the Women Riders Month 2010 event will be announced in early 2010 at www.harley-davidson.com/womenriders .

 Hot Leathers Overhauls Website: Offers Customers a New and Improved Online Shopping Experience MANCHESTER, CONN (November 2, 2009) - Renowned for their premiere selection of motorcycle merchandise for over 25 years, Hot Leathers has become the industry standard for quality, selection and value. Hot Leathers' newly overhauled website now reflects this same standard of excellence by providing customers with an all-new online look and feel.

 Faster and easier to navigate, HYPERLINK "http://www.hotleathers.com" www.hotleathers.com now offers larger and more detailed product images as well as fresh and innovative features for the motorcycle enthusiast who prefers to peruse and purchase online. Check out the new freebies section and biker blog in addition to the all-new Hot Leathers Gift Guide where shoppers will be able to find a huge selection of gifts under $30.
With the holidays quickly approaching you'll want to make sure and check out Hot Leathers' premier line of premium leather riding jackets starting at only $99.95 or their sizzling line of Buffalo Chip merchandise.  With their improved site you can easily share your favorite Hot Leathers products with your friends and family by utilizing the site's new "Share Feature" and access MySpace, Facebook, Twitter or any other major social networking site. And don't forget to sign up for Hot Leathers' newsletter in order to stay up-to-date with new products, deals and events.
Once you have browsed through the thousands of products in-stock and ready to ship at HYPERLINK "http://www.hotleathers.com" www.hotleathers.com proceed to the quick, easy and secure check out created exclusively for the smart and savvy online shopper.
One of America's top 50 volume screen printers, Hot Leathers superior wholesale and printing facilities have a long-standing tradition of creating top of the line products for bikers.  Hot Leathers is a division of Good Sports, Inc. and has multiple store locations including Sturgis, S.D., Swansea, Mass., Daytona Beach, Fla., East Providence, R.I. and South Windsor, Conn. Unbeatable prices, unparalleled customer service and hot print designs make Hot Leathers your premier provider of motorcycle apparel and merchandise year-round.
Experience for yourself the quality and ease of shopping online at HYPERLINK "http://www.hotleathers.com" www.hotleathers.com.

 Harley-Davidson has a cool way to say thank you to the troops for all they do so that we can ride free. Go to www.freecountry.harley-davidson.com and get started, then check out the photos of Marisa Miller the American Bombshell

       Also the  H-D Museum Salutes Our Military
Saturday, November 7 - Wednesday, November 11, 2009

Join the H-D Museum as we pay tribute to the men & women who serve or have served in the United States Military. Renew your sense of pride for this great country Saturday, Nov 7 through Wednesday, Nov 11 with activities to commemorate Veterans Day. Weekend activities include: special tribute in honor of all WWI Veterans by St. John's Northwestern Military Academy displays on WWI to the present war on Terror

demonstration by SJNMA Exhibition Drill Team interact with a live bald eagle on display at the Museum drop off your American flag to the Boy Scout flag collection
experience a flag retirement ceremony sign an H-D flag to be presented to troops serving overseas view military vehicles on display
and much more! All Veterans, Military Members and their immediate families get into the Museum FREE November 7-11 with valid identification.*

 Custom Cycle Control Systems Introduces One-Off Custom Handlebar Program

 Custom Cycle Control Systems Introduces One-Off Custom Handlebar Program
Henderson, NV- Custom Cycle Control Systems Inc. recently announced their new one-off custom handlebar program. Now for the first time, CCCS can accommodate the most discriminating builder’s demands and build a set of bars custom designed to your specs for your bike. If you can “think” it, CCCS can build it. Climax Hidden Hand Control Systems produces by far the cleanest looking “self-contained” handlebar systems available.
The hand controls are completely concealed…All the lines, wires, and cables run through the bars and exit below the top tree.  CCCS also has a wide variety of many different styles to choose from, ranging from old school drag bars to radical new styles such as the Rock Star. You can also incorporate a digital speedometer from either Wire Plus or Dakota Digital into your design. Additional features and benefits of a CCCS complete system include:

∙ 100% internal wires, cables and hoses

∙ All wires, cables & hoses come extra long so you can "cut to length"

● Hidden brake and clutch fluid reservoirs

∙ 7  micro switches (maintain all stock control functions)

∙ Controls are designed to work as good as the look

• 100% assembled and ready to install on the bike


● Convenient push pin accessibility to the internal throttle, and reservoirs (no special tools needed)
● Dual Cable Internal Throttle (easily accessible)
∙ EZ Pull Throttle Lock
• Install Kit (includes everything necessary to complete the job…hydraulic fittings, relay, bleeder bolt, fill funnel, throttle cables/ends and ferrules)
All CCCS handlebar systems are CNC machined from extruded billet aluminum, manufactured right here in the USA and are available in either luxurious show chrome or black anodized finishes. Bars can also be polished or powder coated gloss black. There are six styles of grips to choose from, or we can also modify most other grips. Please visit www.accutronix.com or www.xoprodox.com for more grip choices. Please allow at least 6-8 weeks for delivery.

It was announced recently that the National Motorcycle Museum in Anamosa, Iowa, is relocating to a larger venue.

It was announced recently that the National Motorcycle Museum in Anamosa, Iowa, is relocating to a larger venue. While the museum’s new location will remain in Anamosa, the venue’s new address has yet to be disclosed. Museum officials stated that it will be a much larger facility and will better house the motorcycles and historical artifacts the museum has in its possession. “I want to take the Museum to the next level. Plans are still in the early stages, but we will be moving to a better, larger structure still in Anamosa, Iowa.  The new space will allow us to present our collection of over 225 motorcycles and thousands of great pieces of motorcycling memorabilia in a much more exciting way,” said John Parham, president of the National Motorcycle Museum.
    Parham was also excited to announce the addition of Mark Mederski, who will serve as the special projects director for the National Motorcycle Museum. Mark has over 20 years experience in museum design and marketing and will be in charge of the elaborate project to refit a building twice the size of the current space, produce the exhibition designs and oversee reinstallation of all of the exhibits the Museum has. “I see this as the best opportunity I’ve ever been offered to work with a fantastic permanent collection, a perfect piece of architecture and with a great team lead by John Parham.” Mederski offered, “If you have a passion for great old motorcycles, and related materials, and the interesting stories of the people that invented, rode and raced them, we will deliver an exciting, yet educational experience.”
    In the meantime the Museum will remain open at its current location until further notice. For more information, visit the Museum’s website.

 Autumn is here again…yes Autumn, you know, the time of year where the leaves turn colors, and the time changes.

 Autumn is here again…yes Autumn, you know, the time of year where the leaves turn colors, and the time changes. For those of us in SoCal, Autumn really doesn’t apply, but for the rest of yous, you know what I’m talking about. To help get your fall projects rolling, Custom Cycle Control Systems is having an Autumn sale on its merchandise offering up to 20 percent off most of the inventory  it has in stock. Take advantage of this opportunity as the sale ends on Halloween! For more information on what’s available, check out the Custom Cycle Controls website for more details.

If you’re in the Orange County, California area on Saturday, Oct. 17, stop by the Orange County Big Dog dealership as it celebrates its one-year anniversary.

If you’re in the Orange County, California area on Saturday, Oct. 17, stop by the Orange County Big Dog dealership as it celebrates its one-year anniversary. There will be food, giveaways, and more importantly, smokin’ hot deals on the Big Dog fleet for you to take home. Demo rides are available and special financing and incentives may help you get on one of the pups Big Dog has to offer. Stop by the 2115 Harbor Blvd. location from 9:00 to 5:00 and join in the fun. For more info visit the Orange County Big Dog website.

 Saxon Motorcycles USA has been sold New Owners have taken over Saxon Motorcycles as of Monday August 24, 2009. We are pleased to announce the transition in ownership and the exciting plans to take Saxon Motorcycles into 2010 and beyond.

 Saxon Motorcycles was created in 2004 to develop and produce a semi custom production V Twin cycle at an affordable price. We currently have 9 models in our line for 2009 and are planning to introduce 1 new model for 2010, a semi custom bagger. Plans in the works now include another new model in the 2011 line up and increasing the Dealer network in the USA, Europe, Canada and Australia.  The new management team is committed to the continued growth and success of Saxon Motorcycles and will continue to focus on quality motor- cycles at a price everyone can afford along with delivering superior customer service. Watch our website for more announcements and current events where Saxon Motorcycles will be attending.

 BAKER Drivetrain announces the Grand Opening of our Online store! Now, our complete line of drivetrain innovations is available 24/7 at your fingertips, from the comfort of your own home! And buying direct ensures that the service, products and experience are the best you can get! 

 We are proud to announce this leap into the technological age, as we’ve put over a year of hard work into creating a full service customer experience for our Dealer and Retail customers alike. This site is packed with all the technical information, pricing, shipping info, images, upgrades, and unique customer profiles, allowing everyone to have completeaccess to everything they need to research, and order Baker products; even at 3 a.m. while your wife is asleep but your bike calls for you from the garage. We understand the need for that midnight snack, so to speak; so log on and look at all the fantastic,
Innovative, shiny things we can do to your bike!
 
And for our valued BAKER Dealers, this is a very important tool to use not only to educate yourself, make ordering easy, even when you’re at the shop late at night, and we’re home dreaming up new innovations for your bike… our full line of products are there at your fingertips. Perhaps most importantly, this can be a tool to help you educate your customers, and work with them to purchase exactly what they need for their bikes.
 
Every BAKER product is featured on the site, with full tech profiles, close up detailed imagery, pricing, availability and more. It’s really going to be a tool that your garage cannot go without! And to help us launch our exciting new site, BAKER is offering very special pricing on one of our favorite products – the DD6: the quietest, most efficient, best selling transmission we’ve ever made. So log on to view this limited time sale!
 Already a BAKER Dealer? Call our sales office today for your unique login information that will allow you to view special level pricing, as well as special offers and special content!

  BDL recently released a new addition to their industry standard setting line of COMPETITOR CLUTCH assemblies. www.beltdrives.com

 Shown here, the CC-130-BB is designed specifically for installation in all stock H-D clutch baskets from 1998 to 2009! Included in each kit, 7 Kevlar fiber clutch discs provide 60% more surface area than those in the stock pack. Additionally BDL includes 7 application specific steel plates, their “patented” Ball Bearing Lock Up pressure plate, diaphragm spring and retainer, clutch hub and hardware. No matter if you’re packing heavy loads on your stocker, hittin’ the strip with a big inch motor or just want the ultimate in smooth, light, positive clutch performance this new kit is well worth the investment. BDL offers 3 different version of the Competitor clutch for a variety of H-D applications. Pricing starts at just $300.00. For complete details For complete details contact BELT DRIVES LTD by calling 714-685-3333, email: bob@beltdrives.com   or visit them on the Web at www.beltdrives.com

 Buy one of these LA County Choprods Honey Pot Oil Filters, receive a  free LACC T-shirt or free shipping (within the USA).

  These LACC Honeypot Oil filters where inspired by the "Hildebrandt" oil filters popularized during the '50s and '60s by Truckers and Hot Rod enthusiasts. Fortunately  the look, functionality and size have all been improved for use on motorcycles.  They're cast, heat treated and precision machined from aluminum and are available in three different finishes, Natural, Polished and Black Wrinkle with Polished Highlights.  Each assembly comes complete with stainless steel lid mounting hardware, a quality spin on HD style oil filter and is machined to accept π" NPT fittings.  They are compatible with anything up to a Twin Cam and a wide variety of mounting and oil line adapters are being designed to accommodate most applications, starting at $300.  For more information on this and other high quality LACC parts visit www.lachoprods.com or phone (310) 353-CHOP (2467).

Did you know that Bitchin Seat Company, makers of custom seats for Harleys, is now in the brake rotor game?

 Did you know that Bitchin Seat Company, makers of custom seats for Harleys, is now in the brake rotor game? The company now makes polished stainless steel rotors for 2008-2010 Harley-Davidson Rocker models to match the stock Rocker wheels. Each rotor is $250 and they come with chrome hardware. Check out the Bitchin Seat Co. website for details.

If you’re a welder and Tungsten Inert Gas (TIG) is your racket, then Miller’s Free TIG Welder’s Buyer’s Guide is a must have.

If you’re a welder and Tungsten Inert Gas (TIG) is your racket, then Miller’s Free TIG Welder’s Buyer’s Guide is a must have. The 20-page booklet walks you through Miller’s TIG products, the functions each performs, and helps you decide which machine is the right one for you. The guide also includes a section on how AC TIG controls affect aluminum welding, a chart that allows the reader to compare all Miller TIG welders at a glance and in-depth information on each Miller TIG welder. You can simply download the free buyer’s guide by clicking here, visit the Miller Literature Ordering Form here to have it mailed to you, or call Miller Welds at (800) 426-4553 and they’ll send one out to you.

Here at HOT BIKE we are always looking for great travel ideas where we can hit the highway on two wheels and take in new sights. However, in these tough economic times we know it’s hard to find some extra cash for a little getaway.

 But we all know a little time away from the office, family or just the stresses of everyday life can work wonders on your mental health. Then when you throw in the opportunity to swing a leg over a Harley and ride through the beautiful scenery of San Diego, well…your mind, body, and spirit seem to rejuvenate twice as fast.  But wait, just when you thought it couldn’t get any better, how about spending a night or two in one of San Diego’s hot spot hotels, the Hard Rock Hotel. That’s right, rock ‘n’ roll and motorcycles, who could ask for anything more?

We were recently informed about this great deal being offered by Hard Rock Hotel San Diego and San Diego Harley-Davidson.  From now until October 25 the Hard Rock Hotel San Diego and San Diego Harley-Davidson are teaming up to offer an amazing vacation getaway that combines a luxurious suite, VIP access to hot night spots, $40 meal voucher, a gift bag and last but definitely not least a Harley to ride all day up and down the beautiful San Diego coast and beyond.

What we like most about this trip is that for those who have always wanted to ride the west coast but knew they didn’t have the cash to ship their bikes out to California, the Hard Rock and SD Harley have taken the guess work out and made your California Dreamin’ a reality with a smoking

deal starting at $239 per night. For more information check out www.hardrockhotelsd.com

 The 2nd Annual BAKER Burnout Drags were an intense stationary burnout drag race tournament that put twelve industry bad-asses head-to-head in a steel cage for no holds barred competition; Graciously sponsored in part by Avon Tyres, Ethanol Fuels, Indian Motorcycles, New Belgium Brewing and Spectro Oils. Not even a torrential downpour, gale-force winds and fierce hail could stop the high octane competition as the 2nd annual Baker Burnout Drags kicked off a night of righteous fury and rubber burning fun before rockers Buckcherry took the stage at the Legendary Buffalo Chip, Sturgis, SD. Big thank-you’s go out to the folks at the Legendary Buffalo Chip for hosting this night of chaotic, tire-melting fun!  The format was merely this: The first one to shift to a 5th gear burnout wins the heat, and moves onward, in a bracket style format. Twelve contenders in all, competing in the half-hour, energy-filled tournament; this brave dozen in the contest were prominent bike builders and industry folk (special thanks to those who dove in at the last minute to fill spaces that were backed out of by others!): in no particular order

 The Master of Ceremonies for the evening was none other than Mr.Roadside Marty, and the guest judges were Scott Lerg and James Simonelli: two of Baker’s finest sales and tech guys. The bikes the contenders used were of every flavor from drag bikes racing bobbers, choppers vs. baggers competing against radical customs. The men and women in pits gave it their all on these bikes, some of them after riding out in a massive hail storm to the Chip just for our event! The primal energy and the spirit of competition filled the smoky air as the victor was determined in the end: Ken Wolfe from S&S was named the Baker Burnout King 09. Ken joined the competition the day of, to fill a space left open by another competitor needing to back out due to an emergency. The final race was between Bill Dodge and Ken and it was a close match – needing to be called on the best of three! What a close outcome!  Ken won $1000 gift certificate to Baker Drivetrain for his victory. Avon Tyres displayed a monumental gesture of generosity by offering replacement rear tires to the competitors.

Bill Dodge: defending Baker Burnout King 2008 – Blings Cycles

 Jerry Covington – Covington Cycles

Athena “Chickie” Ransom – Vagabond Choppers

Paul Wideman – Bare Knuckle Choppers

 Laura Klock – Klock Werks

Kevin “Teach” Baas – Baas Metalcraft

Bean’re – Biker Gypsy

Ken “Wolfey” Wolfe – S&S 

Pat Patterson – Led Sleds

 Randy Winchel – Framelock

 Dar Holdsworth – Brass Balls Bobbers and Choppers

John Schope – Sinister Choppers

 READING, Pa. (August 23, 2009) – Screamin’ Eagle/Vance & Hines rider Eddie Krawiec won his fourth NHRA Pro Stock Motorcycle event of the season and clinched the number-one spot in the Full Throttle Countdown to the Championship playoff series at the Toyo Tires NHRA Nationals on the Maple Grove Raceway. Krawiec, the defending NHRA Pro Stock Motorcycle champion, rode his Harley-Davidson V-Rod past MPR/Damn Sports Suzuki rider Michael Phillips in the final round of eliminations.

Krawiec has secured 30 bonus points for being the top qualifier for the Countdown. There is still one event – the Mac Tools U.S. Nationals at Indianapolis on Labor Day weekend – on the regular-season schedule before the playoff series begins.
 “This means we can go to Indy with no pressure,” said Krawiec. “I went out in the first round there last year, and this time I want to try and win it for the Screamin’ Eagle team.”
 Krawiec was the number-four qualifier for the Reading event, with a elapsed time of 7.041 seconds. Screamin’ Eagle/Vance & Hines rider Andrew Hines qualified fifth at 7.042 seconds. Hector Arana used a 6.986 ET to claim the top qualifying position.
 The start of the Pro Stock Motorcycle eliminations was delayed by more than three hours due to water seeping through the track surface as it was warmed by bright sun after several days of rainy weather. Hines was eliminated in the first round when his 6.979-second ET was not enough to overcome a 0.128-second reaction time at the start, and the 0.016/7.048 pass of Rocklin Motorsports Buell rider Matt Guidera.
 “My motor function was off,” said Hines, who remains a solid second in season points. “I saw the yellow and my brain reacted, but my hand did not release the clutch lever. It’s something that has happened to me in the past. By the time I realized what was going on and let go of the lever, Guidera was gone. I’m just going to move on and set my sights on doing well at Indy.”
 
Krawiec defeated Kendall Suzuki rider Wesley Wells in the first round, posting a 6.970-second ET that would stand as the quickest Pro Stock Motorcycle run of the weekend. Krawiec advanced to the finals when his next two opponents, Guidera and Arana, fouled at the starting line. Krawiec defeated Phillips 7.138 to 8.153, to take his fourth win in eight final-round appearances this season.
 
After the Reading event, seven Pro Stock Motorcycle riders have qualified for the 2009 Full Throttle Countdown to the Championship. Guidera will join Krawiec, Hines, Arana, Matt Smith, Doug Horne, and Craig Treble, each of whom qualified at previous events. Only the top 10 points earners in the class will take part in the five-event Countdown playoffs, which begin at the North Carolina Nationals on Sept. 17-20. Those final three Countdown qualifiers will be determined at the next event on the NHRA Pro Stock Motorcycle schedule, the Mac Tools U.S. Nationals, Sept 2-7, at O’Reilly Raceway Park,  Indianapolis, Ind.
 
After 11 events on the 17-race 2009 NHRA Full Throttle Pro Stock Motorcycle schedule, Krawiec leads the series with 1,026 points. Hines is second with 837, followed by Arana with 722, Smith with 668, Horne with 685, and Treble in fifth place with 673 points.

 Let’s see the tooth fairy pay you out for this one, better than that let’s see you try and sleep with this prehistoric Megalodon Shark tooth under your pillow.

 Or you could just wear it as a belt as seen here, which is made from a Megalodon shark tooth, two baby shark teeth, a large oval of turquoise, a sapphire, and all on hand wrought steel. The Megalodon shark became extinct in the Pleistocene epoch probably about 1.5 million years ago. It was the apex predator of its time and could have grown to 59 feet in length and is believed to have been the largest shark ever to have existed.

For more info check outwww.jwcooper.com.

 If you are going to be in the Dallas area on Ocotber 3, be sure to check out the Gears & Glamour 2009 fashion show at Ricker Fairless' Strokers Ice House. The event will be bringing together the glamour of high fashion and the rebel appeal of motorcycles, while bennefitting the United Cerebral Palsy of North Dallas (UCP).  mission of providing a life without limits for people with disabilities.

 Fashion, music and motorcycles will unite fashionistas and riders alike at the benefit, set for Saturday, October 3, at Strokers Ice House. Guests will watch as local celebrities strut down the runway in the latest trends in motor clothes and casual wear, with a post-catwalk concert by local rock band, The PowderKegz.

Sponsorship opportunities at the event are available at various price levels, each one providing significant brand exposure through elements, including brand logo visibility, company information in event programs and inclusion of company information on the Gears & Glamour Web site. Individual tickets for the event are also available for purchase through the Gears & Glamour Web site.

Money raised by the event will help UCP reach the $100,000 fundraising goal set forth by the organization, which will be used to support programs offered by UCP such as early childhood development, day rehabilitation, case management through home and community-based services and community living assistance.

For more information about Gears & Glamour 2009, visit www.gearsandglamour.com.

KRAWIEC BUILDS POINTS LEAD WITH SEMI-FINAL RUN AT BRAINERD
Screamin’ Eagle/Vance & Hines Riders Stay 1-2 in Season Points Standings 

BRAINERD, Minn. (August 16, 2009) – Screamin’ Eagle/Vance & Hines rider Eddie Krawiec leads the NHRA Pro Stock Motorcycle series by more than 100 points after racing a Harley-Davidson V-Rod to the semi-final round of eliminations at the Lucas Oils NHRA Nationals at Brainerd International Raceway.
 

 
Krawiec’s closest rival in the points race both went out in the first round of eliminations. Screamin’ Eagle/Vance & Hines rider Andrew Hines, who is in second place, lost to Stone Mountain/Granite Mountain Harley-Davidson Buell rider Junior Pippin. Krawiec scored a first-round win over Nitrofish.com Buell rider Matt Smith, who is third in points. In round two, Krawiec defeated MPR/Damn Sports Suzuki rider Michael Phillips. Krawiec lost in round three to top-qualifier Hector Arana. Arana got a win in the final when Pippin fouled at the starting line.
 
“Our focus is to maintain our momentum, go rounds, and do well at Indy,” said Krawiec, the defending Pro Stock Motorcycle champion. “A run to the semi-final round today caps another great weekend for the Screamin’ Eagle/Vance & Hines team.”
 
Hines lost at the starting line, with a 0.073 reaction time and 7.034 run to the 0.027 start and  7.056 run of Pippin.
 
“I was shooting for about 0.050 on the tree,” said Hines. “He got that start on me and beat me to 60 feet, and then I just ran out of track before I could catch him. The good news is that my teammate beat Matt Smith in round one and kept him from catching me for second place in points.”
 
After the Brainerd event, six Pro Stock Motorcycle riders have qualified for the 2009 Full Throttle Countdown to the Championship. Hines and Krawiec are joined by Arana, Smith, Horne Racing Buell rider Doug Horne, and Team Scream Suzuki rider Craig Treble. Only the top 10 points earners in the class will take part in the Countdown playoffs, which begin at the North Carolina Nationals on Sept. 17-20.
 
After 10 events on the 17-race 2009 NHRA Full Throttle Pro Stock Motorcycle schedule, Krawiec leads the series with 911 points. Hines is second with 803, followed by Smith with 668. Arana moves up to fourth with 644 points, followed by Treble with 641 and Horne with 632.
 
The next event on the 2009 NHRA Pro Stock Motorcycle schedule is the Toyo Tires NHRA Nationals, Aug. 20-23 at Maple Grove Raceway near Reading,  Pa.

A Brevard Circuit judge today sentenced celebrity motorcycle builder Billy Lane to six years in prison and three years probation in connection with the Sept. 4, 2006, crash that left Sebastian Inlet park ranger Gerald Morelock dead.

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VIERA -- A Brevard Circuit judge today sentenced celebrity motorcycle builder Billy Lane to six years in prison and three years probation in connection with the Sept. 4, 2006, crash that left Sebastian Inlet park ranger Gerald Morelock dead.
Lane was immediately handcuffed and escorted from the courtroom. Judge Robert Burger also ordered Lane's drivers license suspended for life and that he undergo random drug and alcohol testing upon his release from prison. Lane, 39, faced up to nine years in prison after a judge in June OK’d a plea deal in which prosecutors agreed to drop a charge of DUI manslaughter in connection with the Labor Day 2006 crash. Lane, choking back tears, spoke on his own behalf starting at about 10:30 a.m. He said he takes full responsibility for Morelock's death. "I was very careless. I was a less-responsible citizen," Lane said. "I'm not looking for pity on myself. I drive by the spot where I killed Jerry Morelock every day. I pray to God for his soul and for his family."
"Whatever you decide today judge . . . I hope you'll look at Mr. Morelock and myself and make a fair decision." Police said Lane’s blood-alcohol level was more than twice the legal limit when he crossed a double-yellow line to speed at 68 mph past three cars on State Road A1A south of Melbourne Beach. He crashed his Dodge pickup head on into 56-year-old Morelock’s small Yamaha motorcycle. Lane's attorney, Greg Eisenmenger, argued for a non-prison sentence, saying making restitution to Morelock's family outweighed the need for jail time. Morelock’s brother and nephew told the judge Gerald Morelock loved kids and would have wanted a positive resolution. They asked Burger to impose a sentence that would require Lane to use his celebrity to help save the lives of young people. But the judge sided with prosecutor Tom Brown who said a non-prison would have sent the wrong message that fame and money buys freedom. In arguing for the maximum sentence, Brown pointed out a number of speeding violations and a pattern of bad driving habits on Lane’s driving record. Though there were no DUIs on Lane’s record, Brown said his record of speeding showed the 2006 crash was not a one-time event, but showed a pattern that could have and would have and did have deadly consequences.