July 2014 Vol. 5 Issue 7 THE FIRST ELECTRIC HARLEY-DAVIDSON MOTORCYCLE
Feature Model Kayla Harley
Feature Bikes ‘ B et s y R o s s ’ Owned by Harry and Andi Waddle
‘Betty’
Owned by April Martin
Cougar of the Month Angie Loy
Events Calendar
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It seems like just yesterday we were getting excited about Timonium and now it’s July! Time certainly does have an open throttle! Before we begin this Editor’s Letter we’d like to thank everyone for their well wishes, prayers and kind words during Miss Caroline’s recent health scares. She feels so much better and hopes to be 100% soon. Hub City Bike Week - July 3 thru 6 - Hagerstown/ Washington County, MD. This year will be a bit different and a whole lot of biker-friendly fun. A variety of venues have banded together under the umbrella of Hub City Bike Week to offer options to motorcyclists so there is something to entice and please each of us. You are going to find an abundance of live music, local cuisine, entertainment, vendors, etc. Be sure to check out the ads in this issue of FLBD or visit www.hubcitybikeweek.net for more information. Have LEDs? Be sure to sign up for the Lighted Bike Parade at Twigg Cycles on Friday, July 4th, between 7 -8 p.m. Parade begins at Twigg Cycles, continues through Hagerstown, and ends at the Creekside where your bike is entered in the Lighted Bike Show. Prizes will be awarded and it’s all FREE! So mark your calendar now!
High Flying Bike Rally - Flying W Airport and Resort - August 22 thru 24 - Medford, NJ. This 2nd year event offers motorcyclist that something different we all crave. In addition to pool, tiki bar, hotel, helicopter rides, interesting aircrafts, etc., the Flying W is also presenting a biker first - EXTREME BIKER GOLF. Rider and passenger will compete equipped with only 2 clubs to win cash prizes. A portion of the proceeds benefits breast cancer research. For further details, view Flying W’s ad in this issue of FLBD or visit them online at www.FlyingWAirport.com. FLBD presents the Two Wheel Wedding™ at OC Bikefest - September 11 thru 14 - Ocean City, MD. This is the fall bike week we all know and love and since last year’s wedding was a tremendous hit, we are, once again, partnering with Barefoot Bride to bring one lucky couple a biker wedding to remember. The contest begins IMMEDIATELY and if you want to get married on the main stage at the inlet during OC Bikefest then see the ad in this issue of FLBD or visit us online at www.flbdelmarva.com to enter the contest all you need is your 50 word essay telling us why you want a biker wedding and two photos. But don’t delay! Deadline for entry is August 10, 2014. So let the festivities begin! We hope to see you at Hub City Bike Week. Check our Facebook often between July 3rd and 6th to find out where we are in the Hagerstown/Washington County area and come join the fun!
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DIRECTORY ABATE OF MARYLAND . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 ACE CYCLE PARTS & SERVICE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 ADVENTURES OF SUCH A GUY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33 APPLE MOUNTAIN PRODUCTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 ASK THE ATTORNEY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 BATTLEY CYCLES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 BOWMAN HOSPTALITY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 BUSTED KNUCKLES CUSTOM CYCLES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 C&S MOTORSPORTS PHOTOGRAPHY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 CAPT MANGO . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 COUGAR OF THE MONTH . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36 CREEKSIDE INN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 CUSTOM AUTO & CYCLE / JERRY TULLY & SON . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 DELMARVA MOTORCYCLE HEARSE SERVICE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 DOWN HOME COOKIN’ W/ MICHELLE ‘CHEFGIRL’ LLOYD . . . . . . 33 EVENTS CALENDAR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 EVERYDAY HEROES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35 FEATURE BIKE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 FEATURE MODEL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 FLYING W AIRPORT • RESORT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . IBC GATHERING OF THE TRIBES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 HAFER’S GUNSMITHING INC. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 HAGERSTOWN SPEEDWAY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 HEYSER CYCLE CENTER . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33 HUB CITY BIKE WEEK . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 ILLUSION SOUND & LIGHTING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 IN STEP LEATHER . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 IRON WORKS CUSTOM CYCLES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 JAY BLOCK/STAHL & BLOCK, LLC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 JUST FOR YOU PHOTOGRAPHY/KARA MACFARLANE . . . . . . . . . 34 LEE GABER, CYCLE ATTORNEY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14, BC LOCKED DOOR, THE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 LOVEFIFI.COM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 MARYS BARGAIN CYCLE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33 MOTORCYCLE ART . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 OCEAN CITY BIKEFEST . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31 PATRIOT BUICK-GMC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 PAYNE’S LEATHER . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 POVERTY RIDGE BAND . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 PRODUCT REVIEWS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 RIDE TO EAT - EAT TO RIDE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 RIDER INSURANCE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . IFC SASSY GIRLS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 SENIOR MOMENT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 THIRD BASE TAVERN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 THUNDER AT THE MEADOWS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 THUNDERROAD BAR & GRILLE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 TWIGG CYCLES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 TWO WHEEL WEDDING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 WOODPOINT GRILLE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 ZIPPER’S PERFORMANCE PRODUCTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34, 17
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nior Moments e S Grant Fry • Richboro, PA • 81 Years (& still riding!)
When Grant Fry was 14 years old he began riding on Whizzer Motorbikes and Cushman Scooters until finally purchasing his first motorcycle from a high school classmate for $40 - a 1939 Indian Scout. In 1950, he traded the Scout for a 1948 FLH Harley-Davidson, in the late 50’s he purchased a 1957 FLH Harley-Davidson, in 1964 he purchased a new 1964 FLH Harley-Davidson (which was stolen in 1965), in 1972 he purchased a new FLH, then a new 1981 FLT, then a new 1985 FLT, then a new 1991 FLT (which was totaled in 1992), then a new 1993 FLT which, after 17 years and 308000 miles, he traded for a new 2010 Ultra Limited which currently logs 66000 miles. Grant still rides every day, as weather permits and logs 15000 - 20000 miles per year. He has ridden more than a million miles in his 67 years of riding. Grant is a US Army Korean Vet. He is an Aircraft Tech Mechanic and owned an aircraft maintenance shop for over 40 years. He is an AMA life member, a Harley Owners Group life member (Bucks County HOG), and participates in a variety of charitable and military rides. He and his wife, Janet, have lived in Richboro, PA for more than 46 years. They met at a roller skating rink and have been married for more than 56 years. When asked what advice he would offer to new riders, Grant says, “Go to class. Pay attention. Respect the bike or it will bite you.” FLBD salutes Grant for his military service, congratulates him on his 67 years as a rider and wishes him many rides to come!
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Tim “Too Tall” Arthur 10-29-1968 • 6-10-2014
Tim’s two loves were his fiance, Karen, and his Custom Chopper. Sadly and unexpectedly, Tim passed away shortly after his bike was featured in the June 2014 issue of FLBD with Cougar of the Month, Tina Louise.
BAND SCHEDULE JUNE & JULY • 2014 Fri. June 27 Perry’s Restaurant, Odenton, MD Sat. June 28 Dominic’s House of Music, Monrovia,MD Thur. July 3 WoodPoint Seafood Grill Crabfeast Hub City Bikeweek Guitar Giveaway Fri. July 4 Grog N Tankard, Stafford, VA Guitar Giveaway Sat. July 5 Blue Sky, New Market, MD Fri. July 11 Gettysburg Bikeweek Fri. July 18 Branded72, Rockville, MD Sat. July 19 Creekside Inn, Hagerstown,MD Fri. July 25 Madigans Waterfront, Occoquan, VA Sat. July 26 Madigans Waterfront, Occoquan, VA
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FAST LANE BIKER® MAGAZINE DELMARVA JOINS OC BIKEFEST/DELMARVA BIKE WEEK AS A MEDIA PARTNER As one of the media partners to OC Bikefest/Delmarva Bike Week, Fast Lane Biker® Magazine Delmarva (“FLBD”) will be in a position to optimize your advertising dollars by utilizing its extensive print, web and social media presence to promote your business within the heart of the motorcycle community. • Special ad rates as low as $150 per month. • Special referral program - for every advertiser you refer to FLBD, you will receive a 10% discount off the original price of YOUR ad. • FLBD’s August and September issues will be a comprehensive source for OC Bikefest/Delmarva Bike Week information. • FLBD will print and distribute additional copies of its September issue at our booth at the inlet as well as other distribution points during OC Bikefest/Delmarva Bike Week. • FLBD distributes in Delaware, Maryland, Virginia and West Virginia. • FLBD distributes more print copies in your target area than any other motorcycle publication. • FLBD has more views to its website, Facebook and other social media than any other motorcycle magazine of its kind. • If you want to target the motorcycle community then FLBD is your best value. • FLBD has sister publications in New Jersey, New York and Pennsylvania. • FLBD is a full service advertising, marketing and promotions company targeting and servicing the motorcycle community at the heart of your consumer market. • All advertisers in our August and September issues will be enrolled in our VIB discount card program at no charge. This is a proven marketing tool to drive customers to your place of business. Additionally, FLBD is seeking a venue to host the Two Wheel Wedding Reception after 9 p.m. on Saturday, September 13, 2014. Contact marketing@flbdelmarva.com for more information. If you would like to be a Sponsor of the Two Wheel Wedding please contact marketing@flbdelmarva.com If you know of a Couple that would Like to win an All-Expense Paid Two Wheel Wedding on the Main Stage at the Inlet during OC BikeFest @ 3pm Saturday September 13, 2014. Have them Submit a 50 Word Essay as to Why they Want to Win a Two Wheel Wedding and their Picture to submissions@flbdelmarva.com Subject Line Two Wheel Wedding To advertise in our special August and September issues, please reply ASAP. Thank you for your time and consideration. Sincerely, Walt Kuch Sales & Marketing Director • Fast Lane Biker® Magazine Delmarva Phone: 610-517-8808 • Email: marketing@flbdelmarva.com
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18th ANNUAL “GATHERING of the TRIBES” August 16, & 17, 2014 starts Saturday 11:30AM Services Held on Sunday, 12:00 NOON $15.00 Per adult 18 and under – FREE ADMISSION!!
Sponsored by Bikers Against Substance Abuse
**PROCEEDS TO BENEFIT** **America’s Keswick**
Take the NJ Turnpike to Exit 7; US Route 206 South; turn right at Route 537West and then make a right turn at first light [look for Charley’s Restaurant] onto Smithville Rd/Route 684; the Gathering will be a half a mile down on the left. (THE ADDRESS IS 1135 Smithville Road Mt. Holly,NJ 08060)
Custom Bike Show Swap Meet Vendors Live Entertainment Event T-Shirts Children’s Activities Bike Games and Much More
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ALL STATES
7/3-6 - Hub City Bike Week, Hagerstown/Washington County, MD - entertainment, rides, vendors, and more at various locations throughout Hagerstown and Washington County. For details, see ads in this issue of FLBD or visit www.hubcitybikeweek.net.
DELAWARE
7/15 - Rommel Harley-Davidson SODE Ride (Special Olympics) - Seaford, DE 7/18 - Rommel Harley-Davidson Bike Night - New Castle, DE 7/19- Rommel Harley-Davidson Anniversary Party Seaford, DE 7/25 - Rommel Harley-Davidson Cruise-In - Bike Night Seaford, DE
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7/7 - Angels for the Cure 2nd Annual Poker Run - Virginia Beach, VA 7/12 - Charity Poker Run (Alzheimer’s Association) Culpeper, VA 7/18-20 - 5th Annual Kanawha Biker Rally - Dugspur, VA 7/24-27 - Thundering Beauties Women’s Biker Rally Marion, VA 7/26 - Randolph Dist. Volunteer Fire Dept. Poker Run Farmville, VA
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7/12-13 - 2014 West Virginia Summer Ride - Welch, WV 7/14 - Track Day at Summit Point - Summit Point, WV 7/16-19 - West Virginia State HOG Rally 2014 - Canaan Valley, WV
7/12- 2014 Lucas Oil Pro Motocross Championship - Budds Creek National Motorcycle Race - Mechanicsville, MD 7/15 - Dealer Dinner Ride at Battley Cycles - Gaithersburg, MD 7/18 - Mike Van-Denheuvil - Ride for Recovery - Elkton, MD 7/26 - Biker-Que BBQ BASH, Bike Show & Tattoo Contest Darlington, MD 7/26 - 1st Annual Battlefield Poker Run - Frederick, MD 7/27- 2014 Chrome City Ride for Benedictine - Ridgely, MD
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I recently represented a client who had motorcycle coverage across the board or, if that isn’t affordable insurance through State Farm on his bike, autos then purchase the highest amount you can afford. So if necessary, call your agent, go on line, or call and a personal umbrella policy as well. your carrier directly, and add it to your policy today, He had great liability coverage, $250,000.00, on before its too late! It is cheap enough to add, along both his bike and auto policies BUT, for some with the stacking option, and if you ever need it, it reason, he apparently purchased less uninsured/ will be the best money you ever spent. underinsured coverage on his automobile policies and rejected this coverage all together on his As always, if upon reading this material you have any questions regarding this topic or any others, please motorcycle policy. feel free to contact me at LeeGaber@cycleattorney. I say apparently because State Farm needs to prove com or 1-888-CYCLE-LAW (1-888-292-5352). to me that he actually signed the required forms indicating he understood, and agreed to, these Sincerely, LEE D. GABER, Esquire changes in coverage. If they cannot produce the The one and only “Cycle Attorney” waivers, they must reform the policy to provide the coverage. I am still waiting. Those of you who have heard me speak at one of my lectures will remember my endorsing State Farm for motorcycle coverage as they are currently the only major insurance carrier that allows you to “stack” the uninsured and underinsured coverages from our bikes onto our automobiles, assuming you purchased the “stacking” option on both policies. In this case, had my client simply followed the law and purchased the allowable amount of UM/ UIM coverage, he would have had at least one million dollars of UM/UIM coverage to make a claim against after he recovered from the individual who caused the accident. How much he will actually have, remains to be seen. Bottom line – PULL OUT YOUR POLICY - right now, and make sure you have the same amount of UM/ UIM coverage as you purchased for bodily injury liability. I would suggest purchasing $100,000 in
Poker Run
August 23, 2014 Boilermakers Local 28 REGISTRATION: 9:30-11 am
Local 28 Union Hall • 2531 Rt 206 • Easthampton, NJ
Entry fees: $30 Rider • $10 Passenger Directions for the route will be provided with your registration. $20 for walk-ins to join the party for our friends & supporters who do not ride
All proceeds to benefit our Local 28 Scholarship Program For additional information, feel free to call us at 732-773-4056 or 856-340-5885
Final Stop & After Party @ 2 pm Pic-a-Lilli Inn 866 Route 206 • Shamong, NJ
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‘Betsy Ross’ FEATURE BIKE NAME: Betsy Ross YEAR/MAKE/MODEL: 2008 Victory Vision OWNER: Harry and Andi Waddle, Andrews AFB, MD BUILD TIME: 2 years ENGINE: 106 CI BUILDER: Kewl Metal/Cycle Skins CASES, FLYWHEELS, RODS, PISTONS, CYLINDERS, HEADS, CAMS, IGNITION: Original EXHAUST: Stage 2 Victory TRANSMISSION: 6 Speed Original FRAME: Original RAKE: 8 degree FRONT END: Kewl Metal FRONT WHEEL: 21 Inch Custom FRONT TIRE: 21 Inch Michelin Commander II
FRONT BRAKES: Loyds REAR WHEEL: Original REAR TIRE: 16” Michelin Commander II REAR BRAKES: Loyds PAINT: Custom Flag Design, Harry Waddle / Don at Cycle Skins PAINTER: Don at Cycle Skins MOLDING AND PRIMING: Original POLISHING: Don at Cycle Skins ACCESSORIES FRONT FENDER: Steel Custom Vision Fender, Kewl Metal REAR FENDER, HANDLEBARS, HAND CONTROLS, HEADLIGHT, TAILLIGHT, LICENSE MOUNT, SEAT: Original FOOTPEGS: Kewl Metal
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BETSY ROSS BIKE... Before entering the US Air Force as an Aircraft Armament Systems Mechanic in 1980, Harry Waddle enjoyed riding and owned a few bikes during his youth. After a few wars, various missions, deployments, and excitement, Harry was medically retired in October, 2005. Shortly thereafter, he was selected for a civil service position at DavisMonthan AFB, in Tucson, Arizona. Although he purchased a handful of bikes during his time there, none seemed to capture the joy of the open road he remembered. Harry decided to purchase a new 2008 Harley-Davidson Ultra Classic Anniversary Edition motorcycle believing it would provide him with security as well as the power he craved. After logging 1000 miles, and before his first payment was due, Harry decided it wasn’t the bike for him. His new HD developed problems and as Harry struggled with them, he happened to stop by the Victory dealer in town. He test rode the Vision and by the time the test concluded, Harry was ready to trade his new HD for the Victory. He took the new Vision home and began his open road adventures - beginning with Sturgis. He departed on a Friday evening, stopped in Denver, CO for some sleep and a shower, and was back on the road the next morning. He was comfortable with his new ride and impressed with the gas mileage (50 MPG). Then the unthinkable happened. Harry struck a deer at 50 mph on a blind turn which resulted in a broken collarbone, shattered shoulder blade, 8 broken ribs and other internal injuries which were all caused by the deer striking Harry around the fairing. He went down on the right side. Surprisingly, Harry was able to bring the bike back up and bring it to a complete stop. Once he realized he was injured, Harry passed out, dropping the bike on its left side. Everyone believed the bike was totaled but all it required was a new right fuel cell and lower frame assembly. Once that was installed, it was up to Harry how to paint the bike. The existing panels were only available in base colors so he chose a custom paint design and asked Don from Cycle Skins to lend his talents to the project. Harry supports all veterans and provides escort services, participate in parades, welcome homes, honor flight escorts, and other various veteran events. He decided he wanted a Flag scheme. After a few months and numerous design issues the bike was finished. Harry then made contact with Big Joe at Kewl Metal to determine how to make this bike a one-of-a-kind. They added custom floor boards, highway boards, passenger boards, back-lit POW/MIA and Air Force covers on the sides, and he added a 21 inch front wheel that encompasses all the branches of the military. Harry named his bike “Betsy Ross” which now 19 boasts over 100,000 miles and has been ridden coast to coast.
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K a y l a H a r l ey Kayla Harley is 22 years old and resides in Martinsburg, WV. When not working as an accounting assistant, Kayla enjoys hanging out with friends, dancing, attending hockey games and working out. You can meet Kayla in person during Hub City Bike Week where she will be performing with the Sassy Girls Dance Team. For more information, see the Sassy Girl ad in this issue of FLBD!
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Betty OWNER: April Martin BUILD TIME: 6 months ENGINE: 80 cubic inches/EVO, custom blue LEDs EXHAUST: Vance and Hines Shotgun Pipes FRONT/REAR WHEEL: Polished aluminum PAINT: WWII Patriotic Bomber Theme PAINTER: Kim Jones, Chambersburg, PA REAR FENDER: Custom chrome, polished HANDLEBARS: Hill Country 12 inch mini apes RISERS: 1 ½ inch HAND CONTROLS: Chrome LICENSE MOUNT: Custom Harley
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HARLEY-DAVIDSON REVEALS PROJECT LIVEWIRE™, THE FIRST ELECTRIC HARLEY-DAVIDSON MOTORCYCLE H-D Invites Consumers to Ride, React and Shape the Future of this New Bike Innovation, meet heritage. Today, Harley-Davidson (NYSE:HOG) reveals Project LiveWire – the first Harley-Davidson® electric motorcycle. In keeping with the company’s customer-led product development approach, starting next week select consumers across the country will be able to ride and provide feedback on the bike, helping to shape the future of Harley-Davidson’s first-ever electric motorcycle. While not for sale, Project LiveWire is specifically designed for the purpose of getting insight into rider expectations of an electric Harley-Davidson motorcycle. “America at its best has always been about reinvention,” said Matt Levatich, President and Chief Operating Officer, Harley-Davidson Motor Company. “And, like America, Harley-Davidson has reinvented itself many times in our history, with customers leading us every step of the way. Project LiveWire is another exciting, customer-led moment in our history.” Spurred by this heritage, the Project LiveWire Experience invites customers to test ride, provide feedback and learn more about the story of the motorcycle. Even those who don’t yet ride will have the opportunity to feel the power of Project LiveWire through Jumpstart – a simulated riding experience. A 2014 U.S. tour – kicking off with a journey down Route 66 – will visit more than 30 Harley-Davidson dealerships now through the end of the year. In 2015, the Project LiveWire Experience will continue in the U.S. and expand into Canada and Europe. “This builds on many recent reinvention successes for Harley-Davidson.” said Levatich. “In just the last few years, we’ve broadened our reach to serve an increasingly diverse society, as well as reinvented our approach to product development and manufacturing. This has resulted in cutting-edge products like the recently launched Project Rushmore touring bikes, Harley-Davidson Street 500 and 750 models and this reveal of Project LiveWire.” An Innovative Approach to Advance the Possibilities of Personal Freedom This exciting new ride blends the company’s styling heritage with the latest technology to deliver a new expression of the signature HarleyDavidson look, sound and feel.
“Project LiveWire is more like the first electric guitar – not an electric car,” said Mark-Hans Richer, Senior Vice President and Chief Marketing Officer, Harley-Davidson Motor Company. “It’s an expression of individuality and iconic style that just happens to be electric. Project LiveWire is a bold statement for us as a company and a brand.” The bike offers a visceral riding experience with tire-shredding acceleration and an unmistakable new sound. “The sound is a distinct part of the thrill,” said Richer. “Think fighter jet on an aircraft carrier. Project LiveWire’s unique sound was designed to differentiate it from internal combustion and other electric motorcycles on the market.” Longer term plans for retail availability of Project LiveWire will be influenced by feedback from riders along the Project Livewire Experience tour. “We offer a no excuses riding experience in everything we do and we are led by what our customers tell us matters most,” said Richer. “Because electric vehicle technology is evolving rapidly, we are excited to learn more from riders through the Project LiveWire Experience to fully understand the definition of success in this market as the technology continues to evolve.” Helping Preserve and Renew the Freedom to Ride for Generations As riding in the great outdoors is one of the best elements of motorcycling, sustainability remains a core strategic focus at HarleyDavidson. “Preserving the riding environment is important to all of us,” said Levatich. “Project LiveWire is just one element in our efforts to preserve and renew the freedom to ride for generations to come. As a company that has seen success for 111 years, we think in generational terms about our great riding environments for the next 111 years.” Fans can learn more about Project LiveWire, as well as specific dates and locations for Project LiveWire Experience stops at projectlivewire.com. Harley-Davidson also invites anyone who is interested in the possibilities of the future to follow and engage with the company on its social media channels, including Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.
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Showcasing motorcycle art by the many talented designers in the Delmarva motorcycle community.
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by Michelle Holcomb, Executive Director First, I would like to thank everyone who attended our 31st Annual State Party at the Fairgrounds in Cumberland, MD. We had a wonderful turnout! We’d also like to thank the ABATE officers and members who worked so hard to organize a great party as well as the various bands and entertainment who helped make this one of the best state parties we have had in years. Congratulations to Carol Pilkerton who won the new 2014 Street Glide. Finally, we’d like to thank our newest chapter, Mountain Chapter, for a job well done working the event, setting up, tearing down and for conducting a beautiful scenic ride on that Saturday morning. It couldn’t have been better and we couldn’t have done it without their support! If you missed this year’s party, be sure to attend in 2015 which promises to be bigger and better. MOTORCYCLE ONLY CHECKPOINTS and PROFILING - ABATE has had issues in the state of Maryland but we are working hard to prepare for the 2015 legislative session. We all need to unite and lobby strong in Annapolis to stop profiling in our state. If you are stopped at a motorcycle only checkpoint, ABATE needs to know. There is a Traffic Stop Form on ABATE’s website that you can download, complete and return to us. The information we gather from these forms will be used to prepare us for legislation.
It is imperative that we all complete these forms so ABATE can determine where the issues are and work with law enforcement and legislators to stop profiling. If you have questions or issues you can always call the state office and we will address your concerns. ABATE is proud to be working together with the Maryland Coalition of Clubs (COC) to insure Maryland is a safe state to ride your motorcycle. It is good to see clubs come together to resolve issues and plan initiatives that will unite us all. ABATE also sits on the Maryland Coalition of Motorcyclists. This is an excellent platform to voice issues in the motorcycle community and ways to resolve them. We are presently working on how to successfully deter impaired riding and we recently updated the motorcycle section of the driver’s handbook. As you can see, ABATE is very busy. We work all year long for motorcyclists and we are ever-vigilant. We watch closely for anything that could adversely affect motorcyclists and take steps to resolve those issues. In order for us to do all these things, we need members. You do not have to do a thing except join if that is what you choose. Your $25 membership fee enables us to continue to represent you as a motorcyclist. Register today to become a proud member of ABATE at www.ABATEofMD.org. Thanks to all of you for everything you do for motorcyclists. Keep up the good work!
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‘Bring me to the Party Cole Slaw’
INGREDIENTS: ½ c. mayonnaise ⅓ c. sugar ¼ c. milk ¼ c. buttermilk ½ tsp. lemon juice 1 ½ tsp. white vinegar ½ tsp. salt ⅛ tsp. pepper
½ head red cabbage, finely shredded ½ head green cabbage, finely shredded 1 large carrot, finely chopped 1 medium onion, finely diced 1 yellow pepper, diced 3 fresh jalapenos, finely diced
In bowl, combine first set of ingredients. Pour over vegetables (second set of ingredients) and mix well. Refrigerate for about 2 hours before serving. For questions or to suggest a specific recipe, contact ChefGirl at cookiemlloyd@yahoo.com.
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The Bridgeport Rib House • Bridgeport, PA July is here and it’s full-on riding season. I hope all of you have your bike ready to run, because there are plenty of events to attend and many scenic miles to explore and enjoy. I managed to go on a few great trips and found my way to a few good bars. In June, I headed to Bridgeport, PA for a great barbecue spot with Big Poppa and Miss Caroline to celebrate Father’s Day. The Bridgeport Rib House is a little bar tucked into a corner property and it just happens to have some of the greatest barbeque north of the Mason Dixon Line. We considered the large U-shaped bar but decided to be seated in the dining area and tossed back a few drinks. We looked over the menu but left the ordering to the old man (Big Poppa) - after all, he’s been frequenting the Rib House since the 90s - and he ordered the FULL FEAST. The FULL FEAST consists of beef ribs, barbeque chicken, pork ribs, and barbeque chicken breast, all slathered in barbecue sauce that is made on site. It also comes with sides and I’m not talking just any sides - sausage stuffing, cole slaw and, of course, baked beans were among those we ordered. I helped myself to a bit of everything. The tender beef ribs were cooked just right; not chewy and just enough juice to accent the barbeque sauce. My chicken was extremely moist and I really don’t think that I have had a better piece of chicken north of the Mason Dixon Line. I passed on the chicken breast because I was too busy devouring everything else but Miss Caroline declared it juicy and tender. The sausage stuffing was something I haven’t had but the awesome flavors meant that it didn’t last long on our table. Both Big Poppa and I made quick work of it. The beans had just the right amount of snap and were drenched in a savory sauce. I passed on the cole
slaw because, as we all know, I’m not a fan of leafy vegetables. After grazing for about an hour it was time to throw in the towel and pack up our left overs which meant a great lunch the next day. I can’t speak for the other sauces but the hot barbeque was good on ALL of the meats offered in our FULL FEAST. I’ll eventually make a trip back to try other flavors offered by the Rib House and hopefully it will be on one of the 4 out of 7 days they offer live music. The Bridgeport Rib House is definitely a great hide away place with great food and friendly staff, the top requirements I look at for a biker-friendly eatery. So if you get the opportunity to head north for a change, be sure to add the Bridgeport Rib House to your plans. The Bridgeport Rib House is located at 1049 Ford Street, Bridgeport, PA. For more information, visit their website at www.RibHouse.net. Until next time, remember, it’s just another day in paradise.
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Everyday Heroes Meet Everyday Hero: John Beslanovitz
Submitted by Jane Zimmerman, Loyola Trikes
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dedicated fireman and a true hero in an age where such honorifics are thrown around too easily, John Beslanovitz worked tirelessly at Ground Zero in New York after the attacks of September 11th, and his dedication to honoring fallen colleagues has never wavered in the years since. The high-stress work in the worst of conditions left the firefighter with a need to decompress and attempt to cope with the emotions left by witnessing all the suffering and carnage. Beslanovitz, a member of the Red Knights, built his trike to honor all who put their life on the line. He wants those who view it to remember the 343 firefighters who lost their lives on that fateful day of September 11, 2001, and those who gave the ultimate sacrifice defending America’s freedom. The trike is a Harley Davidson Ultra Classic with a Motortrike conversion built by Leola Motortrike and airbrushed by Horst Signs.
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Angie Loy
Angie Loy resides in Martinsburg, WV and is a full-time homemaker, wife and mother to 3 daughters who is also a pole instructor. Angie enjoys visiting with friends, traveling and is working on her psychology degree. As a child, Angie could be found riding four wheelers and dirt bikes. She never lost interest and Angie and her husband continue to ride as often as possible. Angie is 35 years old.
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