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ere we are in February 2017… is your resolution still intact or has it already fallen by the way side? The whole resolution thing has never been something that I have done; but hey whatever it takes to motivate us to make a positive change in our lives is a good thing. But if you find it hard to keep your resolution, maybe step back to reevaluate why this is happening. Most of all…don’t give up just yet; maybe all that is needed is a step by step plan, making sure you take small steps toward achieving your goal each day. This has been on my mind after seeing my gym fill up after the new year to see that most of the new faces have already disappeared. It happens like clockwork… people come in to get in shape, hit the weight room way too hard for an out of shape person and get really sore or worse yet injure themselves. They’re trying to get back into shape in one week and we all know that it just does not happen that way! I think that is what they call unrealistic expectations. If people could just understand that being fit does not happen overnight but rather by making small improvements over time, embracing the process of getting there is part of the journey. Resolutions and the gym is just a good example, but the same thing applies regardless of any goal. For me, it’s all about setting realistic goals in the first place and then setting smaller goals that are achievable today and this week. Then set the next goal for next week and repeat each week. One thing that we observe over the years by publishing this magazine is that the motorcycle industry is always moving changing and evolving. It is interesting how trends tend to recycle themselves over time. What was once old is now new again. But what really got me thinking was listening to people talk unenthusiastically about upcoming events. Bikers still come out, but sometimes it’s in smaller numbers. But what we do not hear is what bikers actually want to see more and why these events are not as fun for them any longer. That being said, this is my challenge to you…let us know what would reinvigorate some of the bigger events out there for you! Let’s not waste time picking events apart, but rather find new and interesting ideas to make events new and exciting again! Brain storm with your buddies and shoot us an email with your ideas to thunderroadsnorcal@yahoo. com We think your feedback could help to revolutionize the entire event scene.
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Victory Motorcycle Important Announcement POLARIS INDUSTRIES TO WIND DOWN VICTORY MOTORCYCLES OPERATIONS STRENGTHENING ITS POSITION IN THE POWERSPORTS INDUSTRY
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BIKER BAND REVUE: THE FRYED BROTHERS BAND
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18th Annual David Mann Chopper Fest...................6 Get Tattooed For The Kids.......................................8 Tech Tips................................................................10 Bird’s The Word......................................................18 Ride Destination.....................................................20 Center Calendar.....................................................34 Motorcycle 101.......................................................32 New Years Eve Thundercam..................................36 Joker’s Wild............................................................37 Thunder Roads Church..........................................39 Open Road.............................................................40 My Two Cents.........................................................41 Biker Friendly Directory..........................................42 Marketplace............................................................44 Events....................................................................49 Thank You to Our Sponsors...................................53
MINNEAPOLIS (January 9, 2017) — Polaris Industries Inc. (NYSE: PII) today announced it will immediately begin winding down its Victory Motorcycles brand and related operations. Polaris will assist dealers in liquidating existing inventories while continuing to supply parts for a period of 10 years, along with providing service and warranty coverage to Victory dealers and owners. Today’s announcement does not affect any other Polaris business units. “This was an incredibly difficult decision for me, my team and the Polaris Board of Directors,” said Polaris Industries Chairman and CEO Scott Wine. “Over the past 18 years, we have invested not only resources, but our hearts and souls, into forging the Victory Motorcycles brand, and we are exceptionally proud of what our team has accomplished. Since inception, our teams have designed and produced nearly 60 Victory models that have been honored with 25 of the industry’s top awards. The experience, knowledge, infrastructure and capability we’ve built in those 18 years gave us the confidence to acquire and develop the Indian Motorcycle brand, so I would like to express my gratitude to everyone associated with Victory Motorcycles and celebrate your many contributions.” Several factors influenced today’s announcement. Victory has struggled to establish the market share needed to succeed and be profitable. The competitive pressures of a challenging motorcycle market have increased the headwinds for the brand. Given the significant additional investments required for Victory to launch new global platforms that meet changing consumer preferences, and considering the strong performance and growth potential of Indian Motorcycle, the decision to more narrowly focus Polaris’ energy and investments became quite clear. “This decision will improve the profitability of Polaris and our global motorcycle business, and will materially improve our competitive stance in the industry,” said Scott Wine. “Our focus is on profitable growth, and in an environment of finite resources, this move allows us to optimize and align our resources behind both our premium, high performing Indian Motorcycle brand and our innovative Slingshot brand, enhancing our focus on accelerating the success of those brands. Ultimately this decision will propel the industry-leading product innovation that is core to our strategy while fostering long-term growth and increased shareholder value.” Polaris will reduce the appropriate operating cost based on this decision, while continuing to support the future growth of the ongoing motorcycle business. Polaris remains committed to maintaining its presence in the Spirit Lake, Iowa community with Indian Motorcycle production and in the Huntsville, Alabama community with its Slingshot production. Resource: www.polaris.com/en-us/company/article/victory-motorcycles-important-announcement
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December 11 (Ventura): After years of wanting to go to the David Mann Chopper Fest, this year I finally made it there! Located at the Ventura County Fairgrounds, I was so excited that I arrived at 9:30am for its 10am opening. As I was walking in, several motorcycles were roaring down the long street leading to the event. At the entrance I paid a very reasonable $15 (Amazing!) for such a prestigious event. As I walked in there was a chopper riding by with one of the longest springers I have ever seen. I realized then I was definitely in “Chopper Heaven”. After entering the gate, I saw row upon row of choppers of every style and color. One of the first things that caught my eye were the unique metal sculptures of recycled motorcycle parts by KD Customs. Next, I saw a banner on an old Ford Econoline van that said “Good Old Time Revival”. They were from Camarillo and had half a dozen cool retro style choppers. Back to the main vending area, I heard the DJ music thumping up and the crowd was quickly growing. There were lots of vendors with great motorcycle gear. Everything imaginable was for sale
including parts, leather goods, helmets, books and memorabilia. The event was organized to appeal to the new hip style young people with tats and beards who are the main core of the chopper revival. Then I noticed two children were playing in a tool box at the Shotgun Shocks booth while their dad was selling the shocks. Another booth that caught my eye was Helmet Division. They were recycling old helmets like Bell and others by reinstalling foam and polishing them. These old helmets are worth quite a lot of money - if they are unique enough. The art show was an outstanding display of up and coming artists in the style of David Mann and Ed “Big Daddy” Roth. I am glad to see this art form continuing to be popular. I met some young guys from a club called “Deathtrap MC” from Sonora. They were selling a book called “Basket Case” that had stories of the actual chopper club called “El Foresteros MC” from Minnesota and also included stories about Mondo Porras of Denver’s Choppers fame. In fact, the Denver’s Choppers booth had nice choppers on display but I just missed talking to Mondo Porras, one of its
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co-founders. One of the choppers on display was from Hatt’s Motorcycles of Forest Knolls - all the way from Northern California. Throughout the show were many fine choppers on display including vintage and new; there were daily riders and antiques of all makes. The “Best of Show” was a pink chopper with a Panther motorcycle engine owned by Andrew Ursich. There was great live music as well, including the Shari Puorto Band that was playing hard driving Rhythm and Blues. I loved the band so much I bought two CD’s. I am certainly glad that I went and recommend this event for it’s great display of choppers and because it was lots of fun! Article and photos contributed by Bobby “G” Godwin
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attoo’s for Children? Yes, for the last 15 years on the last Saturday in February Wild Bill’s Tattoo in Roseville is open from 8am until midnight. All proceeds are being donated to the UC Davis Children’s Hospital Pediatric Intensive Care Unit in Sacramento where last year the hospital treated over 80,000 children. The 16-hour tattoo marathon consists of approximately 20 volunteer tattoo artist from all over California who donate their entire days proceeds along with their tips. This annual event brings in tattoo artists who want to give back to the community. You will see the regular talented crew from Wild Bill Tattoo; Roxanne Morales, Rocky Cali, Scott Sprouse, Andrew Wagner, Myke Frigerio, Jose Luera, Cory Gene, Andrea Davis, KJ Sarro, Megan Durand, Dan Garcia and Ansel Wilson, but other artists come from far and
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wide to volunteer: Harley Haslem (Imperious Rex), Chuck (Victory Tattoo), Mindy Mellow (Leviathan Tattoo), Josh Algood (Algood Ink), Teri Hayner (Old Sac Tattoos), Ronnie Grizard (Leonardi Tattoo), Mischa Matulich (Classic Tattoo), Andrew Hanson (Capital Ink), Tony Gray (Royal Peacock), Vinny Valenzuela (American Tradition Tattoo), Britton Mcfetridge (Royal Peacock Tattoo), Lavaslar (Aces and Eights Tattoo) and Tonny Brache for this amazingly successful annual event. Over the years this event has raised a whopping $200,000+ for the appreciative folks over at UC Davis Children’s Hospital. In fact, part of the new wing at the hospital is named after the shop as a result of all the dedicated artists who have donated their time and talent to the cause and the hospital. “What an honor!” Bill went on to say, “None of this would be possible without our clients and staff” It was a very long day for the volunteers working hard all day and into the night. After all the ink has all settled and the tattoo machines all lay quiet, volunteers summed up that they had tattooed over 100 customers who were willing to come in on this day and lay their money down for the kids. Last year, a few days after the event Wild Bill and Roxanne were able to present the UC Davis Children Hospital with a check for $16,000. Thanks to the efforts of all the volunteers and customers there will be a parent of a small child out there that can rest a little easier with the knowledge that their child is getting the best medical care possible. Roxeanne and Wild Bill pointing to the sign at the hospital. When you head out to Wild Bill’s Tattoo this year, don’t forget that appointments are preferred on February 25th (to avoid a long wait) but not necessary. Please come with your tattoo ideas on paper (if possible) it’ll save a lot of time. For more information visit: WILDBILLS.com or check out the FB page Wild Bill Hill. Thunder Roads Magazine® Northern California 9
Tech Tips VINTAGE SPRINGER DISC BRAKE INSTALL
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his month’s project bike is a special construction bobber. It’s a rigid frame with a vintage H-D Springer front end, Panhead top-end over a late Shovelhead bottom-end with electric start. A little bit of everything! The owner wanted to change the existing 21” spool front wheel to a modern hub that would accept a disc brake rotor. Back in the day running around with just a rear brake on your chopper was a common practice. Not the best for effective braking, and in that rare mishap when the only system you have fails, the backup is downshifting and dragging your feet! ______________________________________________
safety of a front brake. It is worth mentioning again that this is only an 8 ½ inch disc on the front. This is one of those situations where there is some give and take. The smaller disc is aesthetically pleasing but brake performance suffers somewhat. The laws of physics being what they are, this
The good news is you don’t have to exchange “cool” for safe.
______________________________________________ We went to Fab Kevin in Clinton Township, MI. He makes a front disc brake kit that fits the bill perfectly. We also sourced the front wheel from him as well. The kit comes with a two piston brake caliper, an 8 ½“ brake rotor, a mounting bracket, an anchor rod, and bronze spacers. The kit is designed to run on a ¾” axle. Since our vintage front end uses a 5/8” axle, Kevin will provide a hub sleeve and replacement spacers to adapt this kit to size. We opted to machine our own. For hand controls - the owner chose Lowbrow Customs Kustomtech front brake master cylinder and clutch lever assemblies. They’re not cheap, but their form and function are on point!
was expected. It still functions adequately, but the point I want to make is that it will not lock down that front end like a modern disc brake. Next month we’ll talk about the magneto on this vehicle. Questions and comments can be sent to e-mail: craig@twogunnerscustomiron.com, or call 530-263-8071. Additional information can be found www.twogunnerscustomiron.com. See us on Facebook
We went to Barnett for the clutch cable. These folks can put together custom cables for just about any application. Not only did we need a custom length cable, we needed the lever end with a late model eyelet to work with Lowbrow’s clutch lever and the actuator end with the 4 speed threaded sleeve and ferrule. He also wanted to change out the ape hangers for a set of drag bars. The combination of these parts gave the bike a great new look with the added Thunder Roads Magazine® Northern California 10
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motorcycle vacation in Norway? It wouldn’t have been at the top of my list but clearly the Norse gods know better. On the invite of MC Yellow Jacket (YJMC) friends Svein Garberg and Barbro Wengen and Four Winds MC club member “Odd” William Bakken in Sarpsborg, Norway, the offer was accepted by this here Moonshiner MC 13 biker and off with the wife I went on Norwegian Air, a 9.5 hr direct flight from Oakland, California to the beautiful city of Oslo, Norway ($512 coach or $1212 premium each way). Our first inclination was to pack cold weather gear because Norway sits smack dab at the same latitude as Alaska, but this is summer, so we got rid of that notion. Traveling to Norway in August coincides with the Norwegian summer, where you get 13 hours of sun and temperatures that are fairly mild in the 60-70’s, but… with 50%+ chance of precipitation! The weather did have two personalities during our visit, temperate conditions of blue skies with clouds similar to SF or drizzly rain like Seattle…we got a little of Seattle up front and a lot SF clear sailing sunshine and clouds on the back end of our 12 day visit.
Upon setting foot on this pristine faraway land, our MC friends quickly introduced us American bikers to the Nordic Viking ways, ushering us down to Lake Mjøsa (Norway’s largest lake at 72 miles long) and putting us on a replica Viking boat captained by Capt. Harald and wife Marion, who then powered us out on the calm waters and put his crew to work putting 10’ oars in our hands and commanding us to row back to shore (read sore back) , where eventually hitting land, we were greeted by YJMC who welcomed us with a traditional Norwegian BBQ. This was no ordinary BBQ, but a grill frying up a local delicacy of Minka Whale steaks. I must say if they didn’t tell us, I swore we were eating rare beef steaks! Now we were considered adopted Norwegians! Next up was a 9hr ride to the spectacular port city of Ålesund up Europe Hwy E6 past the town of Lillehammer (site of 1984 Olympics) over to E136 to E39 towards our final destination. Our initial plan was to rent Harleys but we found out the hard way that Oslo’s Lazy Boy Harley only rents out 7 bikes in all the city, with reservations 4-5 months in advance (not good planning on our part only calling a month ahead!) As we were planning the route, weather forecast called for heavy rains during our trip, so we opted to surrender to the comfy confines of a Peugeot cage-pathetic, I know. What lay ahead though was to be the most breathtaking inspiring venture through carved glaciers that rivals Yosemite and the Sierras and would have been much better served on motorcycles, something we will plan ahead for next time. The stretch of E136 road is a favorite of the local Norwegian MC community and despite the rains, many had ventured out (they are used to inclement wet weather-it’s Norway!) We had the good fortune to meet up at many roadside stops and cafes with MC club members from around the region, including the Hardraade MC, Iron Wolf’s and the Chopper
Freaks. Svein, who is well known in the biker community from his earlier Boozefighter days, easily struck up great conversations with our biker friends who filled us in the local biker happenings. A couple guys on 04 Big Dogs engaged in some chat that involved the cams and performances of their bikes relative to the new Harleys, in broken English no less-entertaining conversation in my book! A valuable travel tip – you will find no matter where you go in Norway, most everyone understands English and is happy to converse with you! There was no pretense about treating you different in this country because you don’t speak their language. When we reached the port city of Ålesund, (Pop. 45K) which averages about 10” of rain in August, it became abundantly clear why this North Sea coastal oil port resembles the emerald city of Seattle…rain! The inlet waterways of Ålesund are dotted with colorful buildings reminiscent of Copenhagen or Italian waterways and easily makes for romantic strolls,
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After touring the town, we took a side venture to an unmarked Marina business warehouse to see about an old Triumph motorcycle for sale on the internet. We were treated to a pleasant surprise because this also happened to be a covert storage barn of an avid BMW collector with bikes from late 50’s and early 60’s. Besides all the BMW parts spread throughout this warehouse, there in the corner was the focus of our visit, a 54 Triumph T15 Terrier. After some Norwegian chatter that I couldn’t even begin to translate, the hands were shaking and the deal was done. My friend would return later in the month to retrieve his new prized acquisition, a motorcycle ridden from his teen years. I felt like we were doing an episode right out of American Pickers where the more you chatted, the more interesting things you learned, like the fact that this elderly bike trader partakes in another intriguing MC activity, racing those death defying MC side car racers you see all over Europe… he’s the nutty guy who hangs off the side car during the race to steady the bike through the corners-craziness in my book! This fellow closed our visit by telling us he had to start preparing for his next race coming up in Germany. day or night, and even with an umbrella deployed. The local hotels (and city for that fact) were well presented and our Quality Inn ( $129.00 night) was impeccably clean with the friendliest staff. The whitefish at the Aqua Restaurant in our hotel was deliciously fresh as well as the Steamed Klippfish over at Brasserie Normandie restaurant (recommended by a local) which was a short stroll from our hotel. As you would expect, fish is prominent on Norwegian menus.
Leaving Ålesund, next stop was the hamlet of Sjoholt to meet the infamous Norwegian leather seamstress Agnes Lande-Laermakerne. Agnes, a descendent of the Norwegian Monarchy is a fascinating woman, who is an avid biker herself, and speaks several languages including the proper Kings English, but is well known in the MC community as “the Cut” maker (since 1993) for many of the old established motorcycle clubs in Norway. Inspecting her vests clearly exhibited why she has this reputation. All Agne’s work is done by her steady strong hands-no offshore subcontracting and is one of a kind artwork. Her works of leather range from using cowhides, kangaroos or the skins of reptilian slithers as well as salmon or cod fish. We knew Agnes from our internet purchases in the past and friends from Facebook, but now meeting her and partner Terje in person solidified the joyous personality we had come to know over cyber space. Go to Facebook www.facebook.com/laermakern/ to see her worldly talents. After our visit to Sjoholt, we headed South east down road 650 past old churches, some dating back to the 1150’s and headed towards the Fjords. To minimize going around all the fingertips of the Fjords, ferry services are the favored way to cut across these passages, as we planned our trip
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back to the 1912 restored farmhouse where we were staying in Gjøvik. Continuing on Road 63, we suddenly found ourselves navigating the glorious Storfjorden Norwegian fjord. When we had thought we had seen all the hills of splendor heading up road E136, we were in store for more on scenic route Road 63 that took us to the top of Eagleroad at about the 3000 ft. level. Here we Norway’s found ourselves driving in Cut Maker the clouds with other tourists - Agnes and motorcyclists so we immediately pulled over with others. Here we stood, all galvanized at the most inspiring landscapes of Norway, peering down into the Fjords with clouds whirling around us. What lay below was one of the most famous fjords where cruise ships venture into the tiny tourist town of Geiranger. Traversing the switchback road down the mountainside to Geiranger agape with trinket hunters, we passed through onto Mountain Road 15 to Strynefjellet, a passage well above the tree lines, splashed with mountain top pristine aqua lakes draped with glacial ice caps, akin to navigating inside a Norwegian postcard. We continued on southeast through the mountains to the town of Otta, and back on E6 to Lillehammer to our farming homestead in Gjøvik. Our next visit was south of Oslo to the little town of Sarpsborg, where we met up with Odd of the Four Winds MC club. Our personal tour guide spent his day leading us Yankees around his MC backroads to see Viking hieroglyphics carved on rocks from 900 A.D. He then led us back to city of Oslo to experience the Viking ship museum which boasts 3 local ships unearthed from the 9th century. Another FWMC member Carlos treated us to a guided tour by boat around the spectacular homes of the Oslo Fjords. Next up was the historic fort of Fredriksten Fortress in Halden, boasting battles with the Swedes dating back to 1658 with many period buildings still standing from 1700’s. It leaves to the imagination all of the historical moments this fort holds in it’s past as it overlooks the city it was built to protect. Our final part of this intriguing adventure was riding an old HD 97 Glide with the YJMC’s around the farmlands of Gjøvik, Hamar and Lake Myjosa. Our plan was to ride to the other side of the lake to visit the local Hamar HD Bikestore shop. We encountered a brief heavy shower along the way but no worries...the local trolls (everywhere in Norway) would not deter us from our ride as the mild temps would dry us out very quickly. Unfortunately our visit to this MC shop yielded a closed sign! We found often in Norway, if a shop keeper has other plans, he closes the store and that’s how it is-onward. Score one for the trolls! Next stop was the town of Hamar, site of the Speed Skating Arena for the 94 Olympics, built to resemble the shape of an upside down Viking ship! Resonatingly cool! After a quick round of pizza and frosty frothers at Thunder Roads Magazine® Northern California 16
After taking in the crisp clean air of the Norwegian countryside where nary a drop of smog seemed to exist, we sallied our way to meet another local celebrity of Norway residing at an old farm homestead known as Berg gård, originating back to the 1300’s. As we dismounted our steeds, we stood amongst farm structures dating back to the 1750’s, as if transported back to days we couldn’t even fathom in America. However one building stood out from the others, a nondescript barn encasing some treasured beauties-a 1967 Camaro racer currently under restoration surrounded by parts of a Top fuel dragster raced by Pro Norwegian racer Jan Sturla. But we were here not to meet Jan and see his bike(who pulled in a little while later) but excited to meet his infamous mother -Kristin Hegre, known in these parts as the fastest female MC drag racer in Norway. Kristin entertained our group with her insights of motorcycle drag rac-
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Basarene Brewpub in Hamar, we hit the backroads where most of these narrow country roads have no center lines, just side lines which makes for strategic biker jousting with oncoming trucks- exciting motorcycle riding. The rolling hills around Gjøvik boast strikingly green farmlands interspersed with forest groves as signs sprinkle the route warning for possible Moose and Elk crossings, which luckily we didn’t encounter this time of year, during the day anyway! We learned firsthand later that the Elk like to cross late in the evenings, fortunately while driving in our cage.
ing and she spoke of her passion for motorcycles beginning at age 14. It was when her young son started racing at age13 that Kristin was bit by the racing bug and took up this adrenalin pounding sport in her early 40’s. Still racing in her 50’s, Kristin is accumulating accomplishments (hitting the low 7.0’s -¼ mile) that few her age could even dream about. Her latest triumph was recently earning her Pro-License where she must contemplate racing Twin Top Fuel Racing Draggers. Now that‘s a dilemma most mortal motorcycle riders like us don’t have to ponder. Our biggest regret of the trip was not doing all these adventures on motorcycles, but that gives us time to plan for the future because we won’t pass up the opportunity again to ride amongst the Nordic Gods in this fantastic destination of Norway. If you get the chance, put this on the bucket list, you won’t be disappointed. Skål! Article and photos contributed by Gary and Mary Hoffman
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ain and snow, rain and snow, for most of the past month, that’s pretty much what we have had as far as weather. But, low and behold, there were a couple of back-to-back sunny days thrown at us and we took advantage. Since it was a small window, we couldn’t get too far out, so we decided to putt out to the city, do some sightseeing and maybe take the ferry out to Angel Island. We headed out of Sacramento around noon or so and since we wanted to come over the Golden Gate Bridge from the north, we got on to I80 and took SR37 to Highway 101. Before crossing the bridge though, we pulled off at the Alexander exit, went left and then took a right on Conzelman Road. This, at times, twisty road will take you up to several vista points that have some fabulous views of the Golden Gate Bridge with the Bay and the City as a backdrop.
One of the unique things you can check out while soaking in the scenery are some of the old battery emplacements from WWII and earlier eras. From the time California became a state, the US Government was concerned about an attack or invasion of this strategic bay. Almost immediately, defense batteries were built to protect the area. Over the many decades, improvements were made to keep the batteries up to date with the latest military necessities. Before the second world war, a few of the batteries had 16 inch guns installed that could fire a 2100-pound projectile almost 26 miles. As it turned out, none of the guns were ever fired at any hostile forces and by 1948 all of the guns and other defensive measures were pretty much
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removed. Missiles and nuclear weapons made it all obsolete.
Cliff House
Hitting the road, we crossed the bridge, headed to the coast and had a quick bite at the Cliff House. Actually, three different restaurants are housed here and offer varied menus. Some fine coastal views also. After lunch, we rode on across town to North Beach where we checked in to the Columbus Motor Inn. This hotel is one of the best values in the area. Well kept, free covered parking and reasonable rates. When it’s time for dinner, since it’s North Beach, there are plenty of Italian Restaurants to choose from. One of our favorites is just up the street a bit; the Mona Lisa. Another favorite is a block over from the hotel on Mason, the Fior D’Italia. Opening in 1886, it’s the oldest Italian restaurant in America. After dinner, we meandered over to the Saloon for a beer and some music. We used to come to the city a lot. For many years, the Saloon was our hang out when Johnny Nitro had the regular Friday night gig. That night though, it was Chris Ford that kept the place rockin’ ‘til late. The next morning, we walked down to Fisherman’s Wharf and bought a couple of tickets to Angel Island. Ferry rides on the bay are always continued...
Gull on Cliff House Patio
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Bridge From Ferry
Ayala Cove
On the dock nice, being you’re surrounded by so many picturesque landmarks. It was just a 20 minute or so cruise over to Ayala Cove. The cove is named after Lt. Juan Manuel de Ayala, who in 1775 was in command of the ship San Carlos and were the first Europeans to enter the bay from the sea. Anchoring in the cove, he named the island ‘Isla de Nuestra Senora de Los Angeles’, Angel Island. Over the years, because of its location, the island has had many different military functions. Even Nike missiles were there at one time. During WWII, virtually every soldier that left to fight in the Pacific, were transferred to Angel Island before shipping out. ____________________________________________
Angel Island was once called the Ellis Island of the West. ____________________________________________
It was, for many years, the processing station for immigrants coming and going from China and other Asian and Pacific nations. Those found to have health issues could be treated or quarantined right on the island. So, we checked the place out, did a short hike up near the immigration center and relaxed out on the dock. The Cove Café was closed for the season, but when open, a good place to eat. You can also rent bicycles there if you choose. We’re planning on coming back in the summer to camp out. We’ve heard, if you get a clear night, the stars and surrounding lights of the cities and bridges are awesome. We wanted to stay another night, but another big storm was coming in late that night, so we figured we better get out of town while the gettin’ was good. Article and photos contributed by Chuck & Cindy Loseth
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BIKER BAND REVUE: The Fryed Brothers Band This Is America. This Is Biker Culture….Get On. Hold Tight. Shut Up I first contacted Harry Fryed, the bandleader, fiddle, harmonica and vocals of the Fryed Brothers Band, to set up an interview for a feature article in Thunder Roads NorCal. Little did this contributor know the depth of what was to come. Harry showed up one rainy afternoon ready to give an account of the Fryed Brothers Bands profile. The first and last question I got to ask was “how did the Fryed Brothers Band get started?” Harry looked out over the top of his glasses and said “have you seen the movie - I RIDE?” Kicking myself for not having done my homework I had to say no. “Well…” Harry replied as he was getting up to leave, “…I’ll send a copy over.” Harry left and I stood there with a blank sheet of paper. The next day the movie I RIDE along with a CD of the soundtrack arrived. I watched the movie in its entirety… a couple of times. The movie I RIDE is a Water Buffalo Pictures, produced and directed by Daron Ker has got to be bar none the number one best account of the biker lifestyle since the 1969 Easy Rider movie. I RIDE is a biker documentary about the Fryed Brothers Band. It’s about how they began and where they have been. It’s about bikers, by bikers. It’s about family ties, brotherly love and music with original footage of the early days of the Fryed Brothers Band and the driving force behind them. As the central theme, it is about the tragedies that they encountered along the way and a bond that only a biker understands. It also has a host of celebrities, friends and family that were given the spotlight to talk about their friendship with the Fryed Brothers Band. Among them is Willie Nelson, personal friend of many years
and has preformed many concerts with the Fryed Brothers Band. Sonny Barger, founder of the Oakland Hells Angels, Pat Simmons of The Doobie Brothers, folk singer Steve “Beatnik” Werner along with motorcycle attorney Steve Schapiro of Schapiro and Leventhal. Dave Nichols editor-in-chief of Easyriders Magazine calls the movie I RIDE “The BIKER flick the world needs to see”. Gerry “Mama” Fryed gives an account of Harry’s musical beginnings and Tommy’s famous note to her when he was a little fella. The entirety of the note became the title of their movie along with a rhyme penned in a letter by older brother Mark to Tommy. Fifteen or so years later, the letter was put into lyrics by Harry Fryed. Harry and Tommy started the band back in 1980 as a tribute to their older brother who was tragically killed by a cager. The spirit of their brother is alive and well in the biker style music they continue to play. Today, Harry is the only original band member. In 2014, Tommy Fryed left the band to take that glorious heavenly ride in the sky joining older brother Mark. Now other talented musicians accompany Harry to keep the legend alive. Rex Stenzel (lead guitar and pedal steel guitar), Bobby Boutte (drums/vocals), Warren Dorrell (vocals, guitar & bass guitar) and the newest member Stephen Michael Pocus (keyboard). The Fryed Brothers Band have been touring the US and internationally for 36 years. They have appeared top billing for just about every biker event there is including Sturgis, The Easyriders Bike Show, Rip’s Bad Ride, Daytona Bike Week and can also be seen at various clubs and events throughout the Sacramento area. Further north in Leggett, The Annual Fryed Brother Bash in the Redwoods is considered a “must attend biker event”. Last year, The Fryed Brothers Band toured with the Easyriders Bike Show across the US as the event’s music headliner and will do so once again in 2017. Billy
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EVENT Inside the FBB Tour bus
Bobby
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Idol dubbed them as “The most dangerous biker band in the world”. After attending their latest gig on New Year’s Eve, I can say without a doubt they are “The best damn biker band on and off the stage today”. The Fryed Brothers Band profile is endless with their Stephen Michael accomplishments. For more information and their itinerary go to www.fryedbrothersband.com or on their Fryed Brothers Band FACEBOOK page. Article and photos contributed by Taleah Ebey of T3 Design Studios Editor’s Note: During the 2017 Easyriders Bike Show Tour, it was announced that the Fryed Brothers Band were invited to perform at the BIKERS FOR TRUMP Inauguration halftime Rally on Pennsylvania Avenue at John Marshall Park
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t the close of the 90’s, we had reached a point in our journey where Harley-Davidson was still coming on strong, Japanese bikes were twisting the throttle and climbing the ranks, and Indian was creeping back onto the scene with some solid bikes. The 2000’s wouldn’t slow manufacturers down either. Harley-Davidson brings the fuel injected V-Rod to the table in 2002. The V-Rod also combined overhead cams and liquid cooling and delivered an ass kicking 115 horsepower. The Sportster line of bikes received updates to its seating positions, frames, and engine mountings, as well as the addition of the XL FortyEight in 2010. The touring editions at Harley also had some work done; improving transmissions and creating a new frame that provided a longer wheelbase to improve seating position and maneuverability. 2006 brought us the all-new FLHX/I Street Glide to the touring family as well. The biggest change for Harley this decade was quite possibly the addition of the 2009 FLHTCUTG Tri Glide Ultra Classic. Harley’s first threewheeler for public purchase. Harley-Davidson wasn’t the only company hard at it during this time. After purchasing Indian Motorcycle Company from a London based private equity firm (Stellican), Polaris Industries Inc. took over production and relocated from Kings Mountain, N.C. to Spirit Lake, Iowa. While a modest number of Indian Chiefs had been produced in North Carolina, the resources of Polaris and the move to Iowa proved to be stellar for Indian. Indian not only began production again, but they introduced the powerful new Thunder Stroke 111 V –Twin in 2013 at Daytona Bike Week. In 2014, Indian unveiled the Indian Chief Classic, Indian Chief Vintage, and Indian Chieftain all equipped with the powerful Thunder Stroke engine as well. The Indian Roadmaster would soon follow, and then the Indian Scout, and the Chief Dark Horse. Indian came back with a vengeance…and with the mind-blowing power
behind these new bikes that has even the most expeditious riders shaking their heads. So the industry just keeps chugging along, perfecting the objects of our affection at every turn…and we all thank you for that, but what do these guys have up their sleeves for us in the future? Over the years concept bikes have emerged that look to the consumer to be straight out of the mind of H.G. Wells. But whatever happened to these bikes? Well, just as in the early years, development stages didn’t always progress past the prototype stage. Many of these concepts proved to be nothing more than cool ideas… ideas that appear feasible on paper, but lack the ability to actually function on the road. Despite this fact, some of them are still worth a look. The Nuclear Fusion Motorbike 2050 is a concept designed by Romain Herment. This concept bike uses nuclear energy as a power source. Herment calls it the Motorbike 2050 Version 2…..makes me wonder what kind of explosion Version 1 ended in. This futuristic bike uses two inexhaustible natural elements (deuterium and tritium) to allow for a sustainable ride should dark days come to the fuel industries. The Lamborbiker is a tribute to Nicolas Tesla and Ferrucio Lamborghini. This bike takes its name from invention and design…and with good reason. The Lamborbiker has hubless wheels and smooth clean lines, but is far from the prototype stage, as all design has been done via computer, and even the engine design has only gone as far as 3-D imaging thanks to specialized software. The Fallout is a concept bike that was conceived as a tribute to the classic chopper. The Fallout, sports a single sided swing arm that meshes with the Bimota sourced frame in order to create a completely unique “Hub-Centered” steering motorcycle. It has short bobber style handle bars, chopped exhaust, and a long tank to bring out chopper aesthetics that bikers know
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and love. Combined with a bit of futuristic body styling, this becomes old school biker meets hover craft. With all of these potential avenues for the motorcycle industry to take, how do we even know what is feasible, and what is imagination running rampant onto paper? Well we know this for sure…times are definitely changing, and those changes affect us all in one way or another. The most likely adaptation the motorcycle community will see in the near future is hybrid bikes. The concept of an electric bike may not be your cup of tea (or bottle of beer, as it may be), but it is none the less, part of our future. As we look at hybrids today, many of the electric cars actually get better gas mileage than your two-wheeler. Pretty crazy to imagine, but true. There are positives and negatives to the idea of hybridization of motorcycles. The internal combustion engine has been around for more than 100 years, and we have done pretty much everything to perfect its original design. Bringing up the old adage, “If it ain’t broke…” Also, oil companies really don’t want everyone plugging in versus filling up…big oil doesn’t know how to be poor, nor do they want to be! Also, your bike makes noise….good noise…noise that makes the cage drivers pay attention when you’re out on the
road. Hybrids are clean, therefore good for our planet. Electric engines have total linear power availability… electric bikes can go from 0-100 mph in one gear if you want to. The choice will soon be yours to make. From the infancy of the motorcycle to the possibilities of what the future may hold for our two-wheeled friends; the motorcycle has come a long way. Motorcycles vary considerably depending on the task for which they were designed, such as long distance travel, navigating urban traffic, cruising, sport and racing, or off road conditions. No longer must riders endure back breaking rides that can heat the nether regions upwards of 300 degrees. Not to mention, we can travel hundreds of miles before succumbing to the magnetism of a gas station. Today motorcycles are the most common type of motor vehicle in the world…200 million motorcycles (33 bikes per 1,000 people) to be exact. Not bad for the idea that stemmed from Roper’s twisted imagination and a bicycle so many years ago. Bikes today are affordable, trustworthy, comfortable, and above all still the coolest thing since sliced bread. Article and photos contributed by Melanie J Schwarte of Thunder Roads Magazine of Iowa
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A Mafia Godfather finds out that his bookkeeper, Guido, has cheated him out of $5 million dollars. His bookkeeper is deaf. That was the reason he got the job in the first place. It was assumed that Guido would hear nothing, so he would never have to testify in court. When the Godfather goes to confront Guido about his missing $5 million, he brings along his lawyer who happens to know sign language. The Godfather tells the lawyer, “Ask him where the money is!” The lawyer, using sign language, asks Guido, “Where’s the money?” Guido signs back, “I don’t know what you are talking about.” The lawyer tells the Godfather, “He says he doesn’t know what you’re talking about.” The Godfather pulls out a 38, puts it to Guido’s head and says, “Ask him again and if he doesn’t tell me, I’ll kill him!” The lawyer signs to Guido, “He’ll kill you if you don’t tell him.” Guido trembles and signs, “OK, OK! The money is in a brown briefcase, buried behind the shed at my cousin Bruno’s house.” The Godfather asks the lawyer, “What did he say?” The lawyer replies, “He says screw you, you don’t have the balls to pull the trigger.” _________________________________________________ During a visit to my doctor, I asked him, “How do you determine whether or not an older person should be put in a Nursing Home?” “Well,” he said, “we fill up a bathtub, then we offer a teaspoon, a teacup and a bucket to the person to empty the bathtub.” “Oh, I understand,” I said. “A normal person would use the bucket because it is bigger than the spoon or the teacup.” “No” he said. “A normal person would pull the plug. Do you want a bed near the window?” _________________________________________________
Bubba was taking a dump and checking out FB and read that on average; an American man will have sex two to three times a week. Whereas, a Japanese man will have sex only one or two times a year. This was very upsetting news to Bubba. He immediately called his best buddy, Earl, and said, “I know you’re going to be as shocked as I was, but I just come to find out that I’m Japanese.” _________________________________________________ The location of your mailbox shows you how far away from your house you can be in a robe before you start looking like a patient who’s just flew out and over the Cuckoo’s Nest. _________________________________________________ The other day my kinda’ ditzy neighbor with green hair (she changes it every month), came running up to me in the driveway jumping for joy! No judgement. it’s just her “thang”. I didn’t know why she was jumping so excitedly but I thought, “what the hell”, and I starting jumping up and down along with her as that’s just the best way to pacify her. She said, “I have some really great news!” I said, “Great. Tell me why you’re so happy.” She really is enthusiastic and sweet. She stopped jumping and breathing heavily from all the jumping up and down, told me that she was pregnant. I knew she’d been trying for a while so I told her, “That’s great I couldn’t be happier for you!” Then she said, “There’s more” I asked, “What do you mean there’s more?”. She said, “Well, we are not having just one baby. We are going to have TWINS!” Amazed at how she could know so soon after getting pregnant, I asked her how she knew. She said.... “Well, that’s the easy part. I went to WallyWorld and they actually had a home pregnancy kit in a TWIN-pack. Both tests came out positive!”
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e are well on our way into the New Year. New dreams, new goals, and new resolutions. These are all well and good, but without an action plan, they usually remain idle. We may have a New Year’s goal of losing more weight, getting healthy, making more money, getting a new job, purchasing a new bike, shedding off old habits, or maybe even changing your surroundings for a better you. Since we are all so different in our wants and needs, the list could go on forever depending on what you are looking to change. We all have changes that need to be made and remember this: You are either moving forward or you are falling backwards, nothing ever stays the same. First, we must have a dream. We all have them and the crazier it seems, the more people that tell you, “you are off your rocker”, the greater the possibility of being able to achieve it. The key is action! You must have an action plan (goals) and a calendar to write down the deadlines. Without writing them down and having a calendar to set deadlines, there is no resolution, just mere words. We need to resolve to take action! To see the mountain and know beyond a shadow of doubt we will be able to climb the mountain. But without proper training, proper gear, and proper meal preparation, we will never be able to get to the top. All dreams start with a desire to be better, become better, or have something better. Maybe your 2017 goal is to love better since love cures all evil and is the foundation for all lasting
relationships. Maybe your goal is to finally kick that addiction and remove that lead weight that is holding you under. Maybe your goal is that new Screamin-Eagle Ultra-Classic you have been passing by month after month only dreaming that someday you will be able to purchase one. Or maybe your 2017 goal is to just find a little peace in your life that has been missing no matter how hard you have looked for it. In all of these scenarios there is one thing that is threaded through each and every one of them. Faith! Without the faith to know it is even possible to attain these goals, we are just wasting our time with another year of frustrations. There is hope though. There is hope because thousands have gone before us and have accomplished or fulfilled the very thing we may think impossible. Faith - my friends is the most powerful force on the planet. Faith is the freeing principle and the key that unlocks all the doors. Faith is the key that unlocks the broken heart, transforms the addict, encourages peace, and brings the tools that help people to move on and accomplish things they never thought they could. This could be your year. Come see what this faith thing is all about in 2017 and see the possibilities. Romans 12:2 – Don’t conform to the ways of the world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind. THEN you will be able to test and approve what God’s will is – His good, pleasing and perfect will. (NIV) “Never Ride Alone” Pastor Johnny Lujan
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LET’S GET THIS PARTY STARTED
e greeted 2017 at a New Years Eve party that didn’t start out to be a party. Diane and I thought we were just going for a drink and the next thing I know Stan and Terri from TRM Nor-Cal were forcing whiskey and champagne down our throats and before you know it we were drinking like we wanted to be chalk outlines on the sidewalk! That’s my story and I’m sticking to it! The plan wasn’t to drink like failures; it just got away from us, and man did I pay for it in the morning. I haven’t had a hangover in a long time and when I crawled out of bed New Year’s morning I knew it was a bad one. I staggered out of the bedroom to find some Tylenol because my head felt like it was in a vise. Even the hair in my nose hurt and after three cups of coffee and a pop tart it still tasted like the cat shit in my mouth, which is pretty scary because we don’t have a cat. I can’t believe I drank like I did, especially since I knew I was going on a ride New Year’s morning. It’s been a tradition for me since 1979. Rain or shine, flu or hangover, without fail - it’s a ride! There’s nothing like a motorcycle ride in the cold brisk morning air to cure a hangover… Bullshit! There is no cure for a hangover when you’re out in the cold winter weather and for the most part I don’t mind riding in the cold weather, but not when I’m seriously hung-over. Some people say drink more booze…..Brraap! Sorry, I almost threw up on my keyboard just thinking about it. I met up with Stan in the morning and I felt a little better knowing I wasn’t the only one who felt like shit. After talking to Stan, I felt bad for him because he sounded worse than I looked. We rode to the delta and we pulled up to a bar and I noticed a beautiful new Cadillac in the parking lot and I thought to myself that’s a nice big car. I’ll bet I can throw up on the other side of that car and no one will know. I tried, but no matter how shitty I felt I couldn’t do it. Once the gagging reflexes stopped I check my phone and I had a missed call. It was my Brother Z Bones and he said meet him and Dave at Fosters Big Horn in Rio Vista. We got on
our bikes and rode to Fosters and met up with Z Bones and the guys and we got this party started. Mick bought me a glass of the hair of the dog that kicked the living shit out of me last night and once I managed to keep it down, it made me feel a little better. We left Fosters with a pack of about 18 bikes and rode around the Delta and ended up in Walnut Grove at Wimpy’s Marina where I had a burger the size of your head and it made me feel almost human again. Then we rode over to Al the Wop’s for a final cocktail and said our good byes. I started my New Year’s with a great time partying with Diane and good friends, went for a nice ride, partied some more and had a nice meal with some more good friends and at the end of the day I felt pretty damn good. If this is any indication of how my new year is going to be, then I’m in for a fantastic 2017! We hope yours will be great too! Go ride like hell and have some fun! That’s my 2 cents. Al Cagle www.rackandpull.com
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Billy’s Motorcycle Shop 3233 Elkhorn Blvd. #1 North Highlands, CA 95660 (916) 332-3023 Bliss Electronics 4224 Fowler Lane – Ste 101 Diamond Springs, CA 95619 (530) 642-9326 C&E Auburn Indian & V-Twin 12015 Shale Ridge Auburn, CA 95602 530-885-5556 Clinton’s Custom Cycle 555 G Street Lincoln, CA 95648 (916) 645-0954 Custom Design Studios www.customdesignstudios.com 56 Hamilton Drive – Suite A Novato, CA 94949 (415) 382-6662 Dudley Perkins Co www.dpchd.com 333 Corey Way South San Francisco, CA 94080 650-737-5467 Executive Choppers www.ExecutiveChoppers.com 2115 March Road Roseville, CA 95747 (916) 780-6508 Folsom Harley-Davidson www.folsomhd.com 115 Woodmere Road Folsom, CA 95630 (916) 608-9922
Hatt’s Motorcycles www.HattsMotorcycles.com P.O. Box 608 Forest Knolls, CA 94933 (415) 488-1441 HK Cycles www.hkcycles.com 196 Airway Blvd Livermore, CA 94551 (925) 443-1269 Hollister Powersports
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Horse Power by Gerolamy 4046 Wayside Lane – Ste J Carmichael, CA 95608 (916) 638-9008 / (916) 485-8288 Humboldt Performance Cycle 1341 Evergreen Road #1 Redway, CA 95560 (707) 923-7103 Iron Steed Harley-Davidson www.ironsteedhd.com 100 Auto Center Drive Vacaville, CA, USA 95687 707-455-7000 James Dean’s Rebel Design www.RebelDesignPaint.net 9556 Antelope Oaks Court Roseville, CA 95747 (916) 773=REBL(7325) John Jessup’s DREAM RIDES www.dreamridesusa.com 2275 N. Wilson Way Stockton, CA 95205 (209) 467-4669 Mike’s MotorWorks & Customization 301C Burns Drive #4 Yuba City, CA 95991 (530) 822-9895
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V Dawg Cycles 5630 Roseville Rd – Suite C Sacramento, CA 95842 (916) 338-3710
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Rack and Pull Industries www.rackandpull.com (916) 899-1188 Road Dog Cycle www.RoadDogCycle.com 4600 Main Street Denair, CA 95316 (209) 669-7404 Ride-On-Motorcycles www.Ride-On-Motorcycles.com 1416 Sonoma Blvd Vallejo, CA 94590 (707) 647-RIDE(7433) Seatworks Custom Motorcycle Seats www.SeatWorksCMS.com (916) 729-1012 Sindicate Cycles 1010 N. Idaho Street San Mateo, CA 94401 (650) 863-3911 Sonoma County Harley-Davidson www.SonomaCountyHD.com 7601 Redwood Drive Cotati, CA 94931 (707) 793-9180
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LIVE FREE California Motorcycle Culture SACRAMENTO Presented by California Automobile Museum – 2200 Front Street. Exhibit thru February 19, 2017. Hours 10am-5pm / 3rd Thursdays until 8pm. Closed Tuesday. For more information: (916) 442-6802 / www.calautomuseum.org See flyer on Pg 33 FEBRUARY 5 NorCal Cycle Swap SACRAMENTO Located at West Wind Drive-In 9619 Oates Drive. Swap with 100 vendors, all makes and models of bike parts. 8:30 am, 5 bucks. For more information: www.norcalcycleswap.com See flyer on Pg 5 FEBRUARY 11 Swap Meet & Open House SOUTH SAN FRANCISCO Presented by Dudley Perkins Co – 333 Corey Way. Buy – Sell – Trade. 10x10 spaces available for $25 donation to Tom Perkins Legacy Foundation. Spaces are limited. Come in for a demo ride on our 2017 models! Rain date: February 11th For more information: (650) 737-5467 / cbp@dpchd.com / www.DPCHD.com See flyer on Pg 35 FEBRUARY 12 37th Annual Sweetheart Run AUBURN Presented by C&E Auburn Indian and V-Twin – 12015 Shale Ridge Lane. Starts at 10am/KSU 12pm -$5 per person/$5 Ride Pins. Join us for a ride to the historic Georgetown Hotel and end at The Coloma Club. All proceeds benefit The Veteran’s Charity Run. All motorcycles welcome. For more information: (530) 885-5556 / www.auburnvtwin.com See flyer on Pg 25 FEBRUARY 17-18 Pre-Owned Tent Sale FOLSOM Presented by Folsom Harley-Davidson – 115 Woodmere Rd. Free BBQ lunch on Saturday from Noon to 2pm. For more information: (916) 608-9922 / www.folsomhd.com See flyer on Back Cover FEBRUARY 18 2017 Iron Steed Chili Cook-Off VACAVILLE Presented by Iron Steed Harley-Davidson – 100 Auto Center Drive. 9am. $5 Pull out those crock pots and join Iron Steed for a good ol’ fashioned chili cook off! 1st, 2nd & 3rd place will receive a signature trophy, a gift card and BRAGGING RIGHTS. For more information: events@ironsteedhd.com See flyer on Inside Front Cover
FEBRUARY 18-19 2017 Iron Steed H-D Demo Days VACAVILLE Presented by Iron Steed Harley-Davidson – 100 Auto Center Drive. 9am. Try one, Try them All! Come out to our 2017 Harley-Davidson Model line-up demo days as the H-D demo truck rolls into town. Free test rides on the newest models 9am-4pm both Saturday and Sunday. Experience the new Milwaukee 8 Touring Engine for yourself, or try the new S series 110” Dyna Lowrider or Fatboy and #Liveyourlegend. Hands on seminars, full workshop lineups both days. Free bike inspections in our service department (get your baby checked out while you check out the new models!) For more information: events@ ironsteedhd.com See flyer on Inside Front Cover FEBRUARY 19 Peacemaker MC Crab Feed HAYWARD Presented by Peacemaker Motorcycle Club. Located at BJM Hall - 21160 Ocean View Dr. Doors open 11am - Food served at 1pm $45 pre-sale only. One of the best Crab Feeds in the Bay area! Family oriented event. This event sells out every year!!! Makes a great Christmas gift for any crab lover on your list! Music, prizes, vendors and lots of crab! Pre-sale tickets only! Vendors & sponsors welcome. For more information: Chrome (510) 4615691 / Bear (510) 706-1294 FEBRUARY 25-26 102nd Annual Capay Valley Almond Festival CAPAY 2017 Almond Festival (All Day) Live entertainment weather permitting at Road Trip Bar & Grill – 24989 State Hwy 16. For more information: (530) 796-3777 / www.roadtripbg.com FEBRUARY 25 Wild Bill’s Tattoo-A-Thon ROSEVILLE Presented by Wild Bill’s Tattoo – 115 Lincoln Street. 8ammidnight. The 16-hour tattoo marathon consist of approximately 30 volunteer tattoo artist from all over California who donate their entire days proceeds from tattoos, piercings, jewelry, shirts, and even their tips. All proceeds are donated to UC Davis Children’s Hospital (Sacramento) to benefit the Pediatric Intensive Care Unit. Appointments are preferred (to avoid a long wait) but not necessary. Please come with your tattoo ideas on paper (if possible) it’ll save a lot of time. For more information: www. WILD-BILLS.com See flyer on Pg 8-9
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FEBRUARY 25 Harry Fryed’s Birthday Party RANCHO CORDOVA Located at Louie’s Cocktail Lounge - 3030 Mather Field Road. 9:30pm. Cost: $10. 21 and over. Join the band as they celebrate Harry Fryed’s birthday! Great music, large dance floor and pool tables. Plenty of motorcycle parking too!!! For more information: barbfryed@yahoo.com FEBRUARY 25 Blue Balls CAMERON PARK Presented by Resurrection MC. Located at Miller Built Cycles – 3115 Alhambra Drive. Sign in 9am to 11am. $10 single / $15 couple. Rain or shine. Chili and cornbread. For more information: Shady (530) 748-5030 FEBRUARY 26 VFW Bar with Multiple Sclerosis BBQ & Raffle ESPARTO Presented by VFW and the Capay Valley MS Crew. Located at 16812 Orleans St. Bar Opens at 8 am - BBQ at 11:30am during the 102nd Capay Valley Almond Festival. The raffle is held at the end of the day, need not be present to win except for fresh produce items. 100% of proceeds from the BBQ and Raffle will be going to the National Multiple Sclerosis Society, Northern California Chapter. For more information: Terri (530) 308-2324/ (VFW) Jason (530) 681-9745.
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MARCH 4 NSVR Annual River Run DIXON Presented by Napa Solano Veteran Riders. Ride starts at American Legion Hall - 1305 N. First Street. 9am / $20. There will be breakfast, lunch and a raffle afterwards. We will raffle off a gun safe. For more information: Raider Rob (707)592-8463 MARCH 4 29th Annual Freeze Your Ass Off Poker Run VACAVILLE Presented by ABATE Local 17. Starts at Miss Darla’s - 110 Peabody Road. 9am / $20 Single / $30 couple. For more information: Glenn Phillips (707) 624-6310 MARCH 11 St. Patty’s Day Bash OAKDALE Presented by Top Hatters Motorcycle Club Central Valley. Located at THMC-CV Club House - 1088 Zell Lane. 12pm - ? / $20 donation. Live Music - Free food with entry - Raffle Prizes - Booze!!! For more information: Austin@livefastmotorsports.com
MARCH 11 44th Annual Pisces Party EUREKA Located at Veterans Memorial Building – 10th & H Street. Neutral Territory. Noon -??. Pisces (with proof) $15 / All Others: $25. Double elimination pool tournament at 2pm, spaghetti feed at 4pm, raffles, live music by The Fryed Brothers Band at 6pm10pm. For more information: Dave Davis MARCH 12 Iron Steed H-D St. Patrick’s Run VACAVILLE Presented by Iron Steed Harley-Davidson – 100 Auto Center Drive. 10am. $17. Come see if the Luck of the Irish is with you! We have a 50/50 drawing, great raffle prizes, and our high and low poker hands. For more information: events@ironsteedhd. com See flyer on Inside Front Cover MARCH 18 St. Patrick’s Day Party FOLSOM Presented by Dolan’s Bar – 199 Blue Ravine Road. 21+ Get your Irish On! Drink specials and live music! For more information: (916) 932-4750 MARCH 18 10th Annual Spring Breakin’ Out Poker Run FOLSOM Presented by Folsom Harley Owners Group. Starts at Folsom Harley-Davidson - 115 Woodmere. 9am to 11am. Registration (Save $5 - preregister by 2/28). Ends in Lincoln at Beermann’s Brewery. The entire street will be blocked off for bikers to enjoy complimentary Food, Live Music and Vendors. Run Pins to first 300 who register. Compete for Chapter Challenge, Raffles, Games and more. Pre-run Party is Friday, March 17th at Folsom H-D 5-7pm for free BBQ. All Proceeds Benefit The Children’s Heart Foundation in CA. (Rain date: 4/8/17) For more information: Cori (530) 306-9775 / www.folsomhog.org MARCH 18 St Patty’s Party PLACERVILLE Presented by Boozefighters Hangtown. Located at PJ’s Roadhouse - 5641 Mother Lode Dr. 12 noon Live music, raffle, 50/50. For more information: Rocket (916) 817-0537 MARCH 18 16th Annual Skeleton Crew MC Party TRACY Presented by Skeleton Crew MC. Located at the Mountain House – 16784 W. Grant Line Rd. 12-6pm $20 in advance / $25 at door. Live band, door prize, raffles, and serving a BBQ tri tip dinner. For more information: Cris (510) 427-5266
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APRIL 8 Juggs Bunny 2017 SANTA CRUZ Presented by Hells Angels Santa Cruz. Sign up at Callahan’s Pub – 507 Water Street. 9am-Noon. $20/per ticket donation plus one pre-wrapped Easter Basket. Run to Cycle Imagery (Soquel) for BBQ, live music and the west coast’s best wet t-shirt contest! $1000 First Prize Wet T-shirt contest 18 and over only. For more information: leeversaw@sbcglobal.net See flyer on Pg 11
MARCH 25 1st Annual Kanaka Hekili MC Poker Run SANTA CLARA Presented by Kanaka Hekili MC Santa Clara Chapter. SAVE THE DATE! For more information: T (Prez) (408) 313-0918
APRIL 9 5th Annual Northern California Blessing of the Bikes ROSEVILLE Presented by Messengers MC. Located at Iron Workers MC Clubhouse - 2120 March Ave. 9am to Noon. $5 donation. We will be serving biscuits and gravy to all. There will be a Blessing over all and individual Bike Blessing. We will have music, join us, and you can tell your mom you went to church. For more information: robert.brown115@gmail.com
MARCH 25 Huge Spring Swap Meet LIVERMORE Presented by HK Cycles – 196 Airway Blvd. 8am-3pm. Spend the day buying, selling and trading. Enjoy the free BBQ. Vendors call early to reserve booths. 10X10 for $20 For more information: (925) 4431269 / info@hkcycles.com / www.hkcycles.com See flyer on Pg 12
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APRIL 1 Bike Blessing GRASS VALLEY Presented by No. Cal BFMC 6 Grass Valley. Located at Dew Drop Inn - 19729 Cerrito Rd. Starting at 9am. First blessings at 10am and 1pm. $10 single / $15 couples. Full bar and food available. Live music with special guest Raffle and 50/50. For more information: Gator (530) 391-9470 APRIL 1 Edd Fowlers Turkey Run ANDERSON Presented by United Bikers of Northern California-Shasta County. Located at Anderson River Park. 12 noon / $10 Donation. Join us at the Gazebo in Anderson River Park for good food, games and live music. Donations from this event are used to purchase holiday turkeys for the less fortunate families of Shasta County. Everyone welcome. For more information: Valerie (530) 604-0112 / UBNC Shasta County Facebook APRIL 8 8th Annual Rabbit Run Motorcycle Ride MARYSVILLE Presented by Sisters of Scota Womens Motorcycle Club. Sign in at Gold Eagle Market #2 - 11269 Loma Rica Rd. Sign Ins: 9-10 AM /Admission: $20 per person / $30 per couple. Pack ride with us from Loma Rica to Lake Francis Resort in Dobbin. Festivities include bike blessing by Christian Motorcyclist Association, live music by the Swankmasters, ride-in bike show, raffles and a specially prepared holiday luncheon, Run Pin to first 50 participants. Rain or shine. Proceeds benefit Environmental Alternatives Foster Family Agency a 501(c)(3) corporation. For more information: Banshee (530) 740-3258 / banshee_soswmc@hotmail.com www. sistersofscotawmc.org
APRIL 9 Top Hatters MC 24th Annual Bike Blessing HOLLISTER Presented by Top Hatter MC Hollister. Check in at Sacred Heart Church - 680 College Street. 10am till 1pm. $10 Donation Bike Blessing metal & Bike Blessing sticker. Church Service 1pm & Bike Blessing following. All bikes welcome. For more information: tophatterssideshow@earthlink.net APRIL 15 Patriots MC 22nd Annual Spring Event PRUNEDALE Presented by Patriots MC – Located at American Legion Post #593 - 8300 Prunedale North. Sign in 10am-Noon. $15 Donation includes 5 stop hand (hi & low), 4th stop Rider Reward ticket, BBQ meal, live band. Also, Keg Toss, Door Prizes, 50/50, and Rider Reward Prize. Vendors welcome, no fee. For more information: Frank (831) 636-5956 / fmasoni@yahoo.com APRIL 29 Violators MC 15th Anniversary Party PACIFICA Presented by Wild Bill Law. Located at Longboard Bar – 180 Eureka Drive. 6:00 pm $15 Pre-sale (see any member), $20 at the door. MC Presidents – FREE. Come party with the Violators MC Bay Area Chapter and help us celebrate 15 years of violating the world. This event is going to be off the hook. Eats: BBQ Tri-Tip and Chicken. Garlic Potatoes, Baked Beans, Corn and rolls Live Band: Tons of raffle prizes including a 40” HD Flat Screen TV Club support swag available. Partial proceeds to be donated to the VA Hospital in Palo Alto. Club members, guests, event venue and all assets protected by law. For more information: www.wildbilllaw.com
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Remember to check for MORE events submitted AFTER print deadline at www.thunderroadsnorcal.com 2nd FRIDAY OF EACH MONTH WOODLAND BIKERS AGAINST CHILD ABUSE Meeting at VFW Hall – 345 W. Kentucky Avenue. 7pm Meetings are open to the public. (530) 848-2090 with any questions.
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EVERY TUESDAY FOLSOM United We Stand BIKE NIGHT Presented by Mark’s Sports Bar & Grill – 303 Iron Point Rd. 7:30pm-12:00am. Live Free Ride Free! Bike Nights! Drink specials, Food specials, DJ, Possible raffles as we progress, along with special guests. For more information: Lmosangels@gmail.com 1st WEDNESDAY OF EACH MONTH SACRAMENTO Sacramento HOG Monthly Social Presented by Sacramento Harley Owners Group – Elks Lodge #6 – 6446 Riverside Blvd. 6:30pm Do you ride a Harley-Davidson motorcycle? Do you like to ride and have fun? If yes, please come and join us for our monthly chapter social. For more information: Savannah Westbrook sav@hdsac.com EVERY THURSDAY RANCHO CORDOVA BIKER CHURCH NIGHT Presented by Thunder Road Biker Church - 11257 Coloma Road #A6 7pm-8pm EVERY THURSDAY SACRAMENTO Presented by Misplaced Souls MC. Open House Thursdays – 3412 Auburn Blvd. 5pm-9pm / Free. Come Join the MSMC as we BBQ and have a good time. Enjoy the relaxed environment, cold drinks, and great food as you watch football or simply network with others throughout our community. For more information: Spit Shine (916) 217-2508 / Beast (209) 781-6111. 2nd THURSDAY OF EACH MONTH VALLEY SPRINGS BIKE NIGHT Located at El Torero Mexican Restaurant – 2869 Hwy 12. 7pm-9pm. FREE – Everyone welcome! Door prizes. Family friendly For more information: Mike (209) 786-2217 / Gordo (209) 772-8995 3rd THURSDAY OF EACH MONTH ARCATA BIKE NIGHT Presented by M.O.B. of Humboldt - Everett’s Club on the Plaza at 784 9th Street. The fun starts at 6pm. All motorcycles welcome. Free food, 50/50 raffle, pack ride. / www.mobofhumboldt.com
2nd FRIDAY OF EACH MONTH FAIRFIELD OPEN HOUSE Presented by Dirty Whites Club House – 748 N. Texas St 8pm - ? Come have a blast! Contact Joe 707-694-5251 2nd FRIDAY OF EACH MONTH LODI BIKE NIGHT Presented by The Water Hole along with The Red Iron Riders. 246 N. Cluff Ave. 6:30pm Cost depending on the menu $10-$18. A great NO DRAMA social event to get to know others that share the passion of the bike. Outdoor private patio area, pool tables, Shuffleboard, Music, big screen TVs for game nights and more. All bikes welcome, and those without bikes welcome too. For more information: (209) 604-7149 / (209) 327-8283 EVERY SATURDAY SACRAMENTO Presented by Misplaced Souls MC. Open to the Biker Community – 3412 Auburn Blvd on Saturday nights / No Cover Charge. Come Join the MSMC and biker community where we enjoy fast bikes, cold drinks, and good food. For more information: Spit Shine (916) 217-2508 / Beast (209) 781-6111. 1st SATURDAY OF EACH MONTH HISTORIC COLFAX PANCAKE BREAKFAST Presented Grand Fathers MC No Cal – Clubhouse 301 S. Railroad Street – 8:30am – 11am. Start your day out with the Grand Fathers MC! 1st SATURDAY OF EACH MONTH SACRAMENTO FREE PULLED PORK SANDWICHES Presented by Harley-Davidson of Sacramento - 1000 Arden Way. 11am-2pm. Donations only. Ride on over for free pulled pork sandwiches while supplies last. 1st SATURDAY OF EACH MONTH LATHROP FREE PANCAKES & SAUSAGE Presented by Eagle’s Nest Harley-Davidson - 13900 Harlan Road. Out riding? Hungry? Ride on over to Eagle’s Nest Harley-Davidson and enjoy free pancakes & sausage while supplies last. All donations will benefit a local nonprofit. 2nd SATURDAY OF EACH MONTH SACRAMENTO $1 BEER / FREE HAMBURGERS Presented by Harley-Davidson of Sacramento - 1000 Arden Way. 11am-2 pm. Donations only. Ride on over for free hamburgers and $1 beer while supplies last. Please drink responsibly. Do not drink and ride.
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Remember to check for MORE events submitted AFTER print deadline at www.thunderroadsnorcal.com 2nd SATURDAY OF EACH MONTH LATHROP FREE HAMBURGERS Presented by Eagle’s Nest Harley-Davidson - 13900 Harlan Road. Ride on over to Eagle’s Nest Harley-Davidson and enjoy free hamburgers while supplies last! All donations will benefit a local nonprofit 3rd SATURDAY OF EACH MONTH SACRAMENTO FREE CHILI DOGS Presented by Harley-Davidson of Sacramento - 1000 Arden Way. 11am-2 pm. Donations only. Ride on over to enjoy free chili dogs while supplies last.
4th SATURDAY OF EACH MONTH SACRAMENTO FREE BURGERS Presented by Harley-Davidson of Sacramento - 1000 Arden Way. 11am-2 pm. Donations only. Ride on over to enjoy free burgers while supplies last. TRM NorCal is not responsible for errors or omissions and events are subject to change without notice
Reference: BF (Biker Friendly Directory) / MP (Marketplace)
Executive Choppers.................................................................5 E-Z Brake............................................................................. MP Fairing Plus..............................................................................4 Folsom Harley-Davidson........................Back Cover / Calendar Granzella’s..............................................................................13 HA Santa Cruz Juggs Bunny ................................................. 11 HD Performance.....................................................................40 Harleymann Insurance Agency................................................4 HK Cycles...............................................................................12 Hollister Powersports...............................................................5 Horse Power By Gerolamy.......................................................4 Humboldt Performance Cycle................................................38 Inn of the Lost Coast..............................................................23 Iron Steed H-D............................................. Inside Front Cover James Dean Rebel Design.......................................................4 Jim Wall Insurance Agency....................................................40 John Jessup’s Dream Rides...................................................39 Johnny’s Bar & Grill............................................................... BF Kenny’s Bar&Grill...................................................................34 Kirby Law..................................................................................1 Mack-Faulkner Real Estate................................................... BF Maberry-Martin Real Estate.....................................................4 Miller Built Performance Cycles.............................................22 Mom & Pop’s Saloon............................................................. BF Nickell’s Customs...................................................................38 NorCal Swap Meet...................................................................5 Omega Motorcycles...............................................................37
Omlete House........................................................................12 Penngrove Motorcycle Company...........................................34 Performance Powercoating....................................................38 Rack and Pull Industries.........................................................41 Rick’s Automotive...................................................................44 Ride-On Motorcycles..............................................................23 Road Dog Cycle..................................................................... 11 Road Trip Bar & Grill..............................................................12 Rushford & Bonotto Trial Lawyers........................................ MP Russ Brown Motorcycle Attorneys..........................................48 San Jose Hogwash..................................................................4 Schapiro & Leventhal...............................................................7 SeatWorks.............................................................................. 11 Sindicate Cycles.....................................................................13 Smoking Pig BBQ...................................................................38 Sonoma County HD.................................................... EVENTS Spancky’s Bar........................................................................ BF T3 Design Studios................................................................ MP Thunder Road Biker Church...................................................39 Two Gunner Custom Iron.......................................................10 V Dawg Cycles.......................................................................23 Valencia Club................................................ Inside Front Cover White Hot Limo.......................................................................22 Wild Bill Tattoo........................................................................ 11 Wimpy’s Marina.................................................................... MP WindVest..................................................................................5
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3rd SATURDAY OF EACH MONTH LATHROP FREE HOT DOGS Presented by Eagle’s Nest Harley-Davidson - 13900 Harlan Road. Out riding? Hungry? Enjoy free hot dogs while supplies last at Eagle’s Nest Harley-Davidson. All donations will benefit a local nonprofit.