March 2022 - Issue # 284

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Table Of Contents Issue 284

301 Brothers Sixth Annual Polar Run

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23 rd Attempt - Fear Of February Party

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Pop Pop’s Toy X

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1973 FLH The First Bike Don Tilley Sold

March 2022

Letter From The Editor.....................................................5 Cover Story - Charlotte CBA Swap Meet & Bike Show.........6 Cruisin’ Calendar..............................................................8 Thunderzone....................................................................13 301 Brothers Sixth Annual Polar Run...............................14 The 23rd Attempt – Almost A Tradition Fear Of February Party Pre-Daytona, Valentine’s Day Party & Oyster Roast......18 Pop Pop’s Toy X...............................................................24 Uniting Bagger Racers With One Set Of Rules................29 Carolinas’ Biker Lawyers Bike Feature.............................30 9th Annual Eli-Celebration Of Life......................................32 The Harley-Davidson Source Book..................................34 Smokin’ Harley-Davidson Hosts A Polar Bear Ride In Bike Show...........................36 XR-1000 A Very Special Sportster....................................38 Riding High Harley-Davidson 2022 Model Year Open House.......................................44 Cross................................................................................46 3rd Annual Ice Bash At Fort Bragg Harley-Davidson.........48 Virtual Bike Show.............................................................50 1973 FLH The First Bike Don Tilley Sold – 50 Years Ago... 52 Threats From Europe.......................................................54 People & Places...............................................................56 Spokes & Jokes................................................................58

Letter From The Editors Mark Infield

Founder - Ride In Peace 12/06/1949 - 7/02/2021

Molly “WildThing” Infield Executive Editor / Financial Officer Molly@FullThrottleMagazine.com

Lincoln Infield

Managing Editor / Art Director Lincoln@FullThrottleMagazine.com

Maggie Infield

Production Assistant / Dancing Queen

Deb Printup Graphic Design

Sales Staff Lincoln, Alan, Scott, Christian, Rose, Lloyd, Elwin, Anthony, Gary, Trisha, David, Bill, Len, Pam, Megan, John, Rob, Lacie

Photos Chaos, Alan Dockery, Lincoln Infield, Wally Wersching, Chi, Brad Patton, Len “3 Wheel” Montgomery, Rose & Lloyd, Rob Harper, Doc

After a few days of balmy 70 degree days, it makes me think that my theory about Punxsutawney Phil not being a real meteorologist, may actually be true. But don’t say that too loud, just might jinx us. Most years I stick with March 21st as my spring prediction. Either way I know we have all been enjoying a little premature warmth. We landed a great day for the Fear of February and had one hell of a day. I really appreciate everyone coming out and partying with us! Read all about the party in this months magazine!

What’s next you ask? Man, the calendar is filling up with great events, but go ahead and mark off March 26-27 and head out to the 50th Anniversary Charlotte CBA Swap Meet and Bike Show in Salisbury, NC. Your personal invitation is on the front cover of this magazine. It’s a great event that we make sure to attend every year. Check out the cover story on page 4 for more information. There are a ton of other events listed in the Cruisin’ Calendar from this upcoming weekend all the way to August.

Want to see your event listed in the best Cruisin’ Calendar on the east coast? Send it in to BikerEvents@FullThrottleMagazine.com and we will have a look at it! While you are flipping through the pages of this months issue, check out all the great deals our advertisers are throwing at you. We have everything from full custom builds to parts and accessories, tires, apparel, paint, pinstriping, places to party and even a biker owned construction company within these pages. These are the businesses that WANT biker business and care about working in their local biker community. There are a couple decent articles in this months issue, too. Every month the staff at the Carolinas’ Full Throttle Magazine works hard to record and print the motorcycle history of the Carolinas. We are proud of our biker community! So if ya see us out there make sure to stop and buy us a drink! Ha! Keep the shiny side up!

Writers WildThing, Alan Dockery, Ms. Pat, Lincoln Infield, Wally Wersching, Len “3 Wheel” Montgomery, Rose & Lloyd, Chi

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The 50th Anniversary Charlotte CBA Swap Meet & Bike Show March 26-27 A Biker Tradition!

A Brief History

The Charlotte CBA Swap Meet stands for both personal freedom as a motorcyclist and tradition. A tradition that started unofficially in 1971 in a Charlotte area grocery store parking lot with a handful of bikers selling bike parts to each other. “I was riding with a club at the time and our President said he had heard about the guys at Stans Chopper House said they wanted to get something started and they were going to have a little swap meet. Most of us didn’t know what a swap meet was. So we rode to it, and liked it and decided that we wanted to be a part of this thing and wanted to help get it going.” Said Rick Nail, who has been the Charlotte CBA Swap Meet Coordinator since its inception. As a matter of fact, this first swap meet was part of the spark that started the Charlotte CBA Chapter. Rick went on to explain that he and one of his club brothers, who was more like an actual brother as well as a club brother, Bob Trimmal took the necessary steps to form the Charlotte CBA Chapter and formed an event to help fund the chapter. To be specific, the event started out as just a bike show and the swap meet was added in several years later. The event bounced around for a few years and in 1974 the bike show moved to Tracy Triggs RV Center near Monroe where the event added motorcycle parts. “It was on the outside of Charlotte going toward Monroe and we rented it and we did a bike show and people come to me and said, hey will you try to auction off some parts? So we auctioned off parts and started selling parts that way. Then we decided we would just

have people start bringing parts in. Actually that’s where the parts part of the event came from.” Rick explained. Around 1977 the event moved into one of the buildings at the Metrolina Expo Center in Charlotte. The now Bike Show and Swap Meet grew in popularity and soon the CBA had to rent out the entire Metrolina Fair Grounds to contain the party. The event was so popular that one year David Allen Coe rode in to attend. Rick said, “Somebody told me he was in the crowd, we made the announcement and we all clapped and cheered and asked him if he would come up. He came up on the stage and played for about 20 minutes”. The event remained at the Metrolina Fair Grounds until about 4 years ago when the property was sold to make way for some warehouses. The event

found its way to the Rowan County Fairgrounds in Salisbury, NC where it continues to be a popular event twice a year.

The Tradition Continues On March 26-27 Rick continues to be the Swap Meet Coordinator but has a lot of help from CBA members to pull off the event twice a year. This years spring event is sure to have a ton of motorcycle parts vendors as well as biker jewelry, leathers, patches, oil, beard oils and other biker accessories inside and outside the at the fair grounds. Make sure to get their early if you are looking for parts, there are some great deals to be had and a lot of serious pickers! If you are looking to start a new build project, this is the place to be! Snag yourself a rolling chassis, engine, tins and whatever else you can get your hands on all in one stop! Or maybe you are just looking for that final piece to restore or finish your project, either way, you can probably find it here! Speaking of deals, you can even sign up to be a CBA Member at 50% off while at the swap meet. There are many benefits to being a Concerned Biker Association Member just stop in at the CBA booth and get the scoop!

The bike show is dedicated to Terry Brown who was a lifetime member of the CBA and the Bike Show Director for over 30 years. Sadly we lost Terry this past September, but the show carries on in his name sake. The two day Bike Show which is housed in the newest building on the fair grounds property draws all types of makes and models all vying for part of the $1000 in cash prizes in the people’s choice competition. Bring out your show bike, daily rider or Antique and see how it matches up in the competition!

The Bike Show isn’t the only competition going on at the Charlotte CBA Swap Meet & Bike Show. The most recent addition to the event is the downhill Barbie Car racing. Yeah, it’s exactly what it sounds like. You can bring your own Barbie Car or ride in one of the provided cars in a downhill grudge match against your buddies. Beware, this is a heated event! Last year the main event was a winner takes all match between The McGrath Motorcycle Law Group and The Carolinas’ Full Throttle Magazine! Event sponsor South Main Custom Cycles even provide their own Barbie Car Jockey to take some passes down the hill! Even if you don’t want to get in on the action, it’s something ya just gotta see! The live music tent is also part of the action. Between rockin’ sets from the band, the foxy ladies of the swap meet take the spot light to shake and strut their way to cash prizes. Ladies, if you got what it takes, this could be a good way for you to help your ‘ole man’ pay for all them bike parts, or maybe get yourself something shiny!

If that’s not enough for ya the Mechanized Calvary of the Sons Of Confederate Veterans bring out some Civil War era cannons and fire off a few volleys in honor of those we have lost. This event is built on tradition, and remembering our fallen brothers is part of that. If you have someone you want remembered, you can join in and announce their names as well.

Basically what we have is a two day party that Rick Nail likes to describe as a big ol biker family reunion, built around a bike show and swap meet, with a bit of live music, barbie car racing, fallen brothers remembrance and a whole lot of fun. To top it all off the event benefits the Concerned Bikers

Association. These are the folks that are keeping a watch on YOUR rights as a biker and making sure that these politicians don’t steal our freedoms. This is the personal freedom part that was mentioned early on in the article. If you are a CBA member, you can always renew your membership at the event.

If you are not a member, but want to preserve your right to ride and decide, JOIN THE CBA! It doesn’t cost much to become a member plus you will become part of the freedom fight! Your participation level is up to you, but just adding your membership to the roll call is helpful. Naturally the event can’t exist without all the volunteers and the sponsors! This years event is sponsored by South Main Customs, Blue Collar Cycle Company & MAL Entertainment. The CBA would like to thank our members, workers, volunteers, vendors and YOU the spectators for making the last 50 years possible!

Charlotte CBA Swap Meet & Bike Show March 26-27, 2022 Rowan County Fairgrounds 1560 Julian Rd, Salisbury, NC Saturday & Sunday 10-6pm Weekend Pass: $25/Person Day Pass: $15/Person Sunday 2 For 1 Tickets 10-12pm

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MAR 4 FORGOTTEN SONS MC OPEN HOUSE 110 Griffith Plaza Dr., WinstonSalem, NC. 7pm-?, cold beverages avail, games, join the party.

MAR 5 BIKES, TRIKES & COFFEE Indian Motorcycle Greensboro Triad, 2924 N Main St., High Point, NC. 9am, coffee & donuts. www.indianmotorcyclegreensborotriad.com, 336-882-2900.

MAR 5 BETTER THAN BIKE WEEK PARTY Smokin Harley-Davidson, 3441 Myer Lee Dr., Winston-Salem, NC 9am4pm, dyno pulls, food truck, blood drive. www.smokinharley.com, 336-722-3106 MAR 5 11TH ANNUAL BIKERS IN BOXERS WINTER CHARITY MOTORCYCLE RIDE VFW Post 5202, 216 Miller St., Waynesville, NC. Reg 10am, KSU 12pm, snow or shine, $20/single, $30/ double, incl after-party, meal, door prizes. $10/non-riders. Live music, door prizes, 50/50, t-shirts, cake walk, silent auction, crock-pot contest, trophies. Benefits Mountain Projects, & Share The Warmth.

Morning Star, 828-246-3842 MAR 5 EVILUTION MC 5TH ANNUAL BRAD’S RUN Tobacco Road HarleyDavidson, 1126 S Saunders St., Raleigh, NC. KSU 11:30am, benefits Angels Among Us Duke Cancer Institute. Big Jack 908-403-9671 MAR 5 FREEDOM BIKER CHURCK CHILI COOK OFF Fort Bragg HarleyDavidson, 3950 Sycamore Dairy Rd., Fayetteville, NC. 11am-1pm, www.fortbraggharley.com, 910-864-1200

MAR 5 BOOK RUN FOR BO BARNES ELEMENTARY Barnes & Nobles, 3040 Evans St., Greenville, NC. Reg 10am, KSU 11am, two age appropriate books K-5th per bike. Books will be presented to the school at end of the ride along with lunch. FMI, Barry Wood, bwood@ wilsonnc.org MAR 5 1ST ANNUAL MEMORIAL RIDE Eggs Up Grill, 2246 Hwy 501, Conway, SC. Reg 10am, KSU 12pm, $15/rider, $5/passenger. In memory of Juju, who passed away last year in a motorcycle accident. Benefits the Biker Down Foundation. www.rivertownriders.org MAR 9 OUTER BANKS HARLEYDAVIDSON BIKE NIGHT 8739 Caratoke Hwy, Harbinger, NC. 4-7pm, free lite bites, soda & beer, raffles, vendors, live music, test rides. www.outerbankshd. com MAR 12 POT O’ GOLD PARTY Cox’s Harley-Davidson, 2795 NC Hwy 134., Asheboro, NC. 9am-5pm, events in every department, Irish mudslides, food. www. coxsharley-davidson.com, 336-629-2415.

MAR 12 DIDN’T MAKE IT TO DAYTONA PARTY Down Home HarleyDavidson, 2215 Hanford Rd., Burlington, NC. 10am-3pm, vendors, food truck, free beer & beverages, games, live music, blood drive. www.downhomeharley.com, 336-227-1261.

MAR 12 1ST GRILL DATE OF THE YEAR Fort Bragg Harley-Davidson, 3950 Sycamore Dairy Rd., Fayetteville, NC. 11am-2pm, free food & beer. www. fortbraggharley.com, 910-864-1200

MAR 12 CROSSROAD ANCHORS ABATE LOCO RIDE The Front Room, 230 W. Church St., Batesburg, SC. Reg 11am, KSU 12pm, $15/bike, $20/couple.

Raffle drawing. 803-582-8710 MAR 17 ST. PATTY’S PARTY Double D Burnout Saloon, 1408 E. Mountain St., Kernersville, NC. Live music.

MAR 17 ST PATRICK’S DAY PARTY Xtreme Wings N Things, 3441 Myer Lee Dr., Winston-Salem, NC. Live music, 336-293-4983.

MAR 17 SMOKEY’S ST PADDY’S PARTY 8160 Depot St., Rural Hall, NC. 7pm-? green beer, live music.

MAR 19 TILLEY HARLEY-DAVIDSON LUCKY LUNCH 1226 Morland Dr., Statesville, NC. 12-2pm, free beer & weenies while supplies last. www.tilleyhd. com, 704-872-3883 MAR 19 MIKE’S 5TH ANNUAL COWBOY CHILI CHALLENGE Sons Of The South Saloon, 3007 1st Ave NW, Longview, NC. Pots go on 10am, judging by 3pm, cook over open fire, minimum prep. Call 828327-8555 to register.

MAR 19 ANNUAL FALLEN MEMORIAL & DEDICATION RIDE Fort Bragg Harley-Davidson, 3950 Sycamore Dairy Rd., Fayetteville, NC. Reg 8:30am, KSU 10:45am, $20/bike, $10/passenger, Memorial service 1pm. 50/50, auction, weapon raffle, food, drinks, corvette club car show. Supports local Veterans. memorialdedication2022.cvma15.net/ Matt “Gunner” Archer, pro.nccvma15.1@ gmail.com, 910-988-0852.

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MAR 24 BAYSIDE HARLEY-DAVIDSON BIKE NIGHT 2211 Frederick Blvd., Portsmouth, VA. 5-8pm, free lite bites, soda & beer, raffles, vendors, live music, test rides. www.baysidehd.com MAR 26 SMOKIN HARLEY-DAVIDSON SPRING BIKE SHOW 3441 Myer Lee Dr., Winston-Salem, NC. All makes and models welcome. www.smokinharley. com, 336-722-3106.

MAR 26 XTREME WINGS N THINGS BIRTHDAY GIVEAWAY PARTY 3441 Myer Lee Dr., Winston-Salem, NC. Celebrating March Birthdays! Live music, 336-293-4983.

MAR 26 SPYDER RYDERS SPRING FLING Fort Bragg Harley-Davidson, 3950 Sycamore Dairy Rd., Fayetteville, NC. Reg 9am, KSU 11am, all bikes welcome, proceeds go to the Road Warrior Foundation. , 910-864-1200 MAR 26 4TH ANNUAL BIKE BLESSING Freedom Biker Church-Foothills, 3910 Hwy 11, Pickens, SC. 11am-5pm, Live music, vendors, guided ride, food avail. rain date 04/02.

MAR 26 SPRING RUN & BENEFIT DINNER IN SUPPORT OF HELL HOLE ABATE Geno’s, 1003 Red Bank Rd., Goose Creek, SC. Reg 11am, 1st bike out 11am, $15/rider, $5/passenger incl dinner. Benefits Motorcycle Rights in SC. Dick Wiggins, 843-696-1037 MAR 26-27 50th ANNUAL CHARLOTTE CBA SWAP MEET & BIKE SHOW Rowan County Fairgrounds 1560 Julian Rd., Salisbury, NC. Gates open 10am6pm, bike show, wet t-shirt contest, live bands, vendors, best buns contest. www. charlottecba.org Rick Nail 704-455-6245.

MAR 26-27 FORT BRAGG HARLEYDAVIDSON DEMO TRUCK 3950 Sycamore Dairy Rd., Fayetteville, NC. 10am-4pm, free food 11am-2pm. www. fortbraggharley.com, 910-864-1200.

APR 1 UPTOWN LEXINGTON BIKE NIGHT Bull City Ciderworks, 599 S Railroad St., Lexington, NC. 5:30-9pm, live music, food trucks, vendors, benefits Cancer Services of Davidson County.

Jack Waters, jackw@bullcityciderworks. com, 336-425-5959

APR 2 WHEELS THROUGH TIME MUSEUM INVITES YOU TO A CELEBRATION OF LIFE EVENT IN MEMORY OF FOUNDER DALE WALKSLER 62 Vintage Lane, Maggie Valley, NC. 124pm, free admission. A comprehensive exhibit detailing Dale’s passion & vision.

828-926-6266 APR 2 1ST ANNUAL RIDE 2 UNIFY Cox’s Harley-Davidson of Asheboro, 2795 NC Hwy 134, Asheboro, NC. Reg 9:30am, KSU 10:30am, $15/bike, $5/ car rider. Raffle, vendors, food, music.

Proceeds help SWRHS Unify Club host Special Olympics. www.coxsharleydavidson.com, 336-629-2415.

APR 2 HELPING US HELP RIDE N RALLY John’s Tavern, 1555 Old Lenoir Rd., Hickory, NC. Ride reg, 9am, after party & rally 12pm. Rain date: 04/09, all bikers welcome. Food, live music, vendors, door prizes, 50/50, games, raffles, camping avail, people’s choice bike show. Ivan west, 704-957-1151 or Homie 828-217-4218.

APR 2 BENEFIT RIDE FOR HIPPIE Willie’s Bar, 4310 Old Rural Hall Rd., Winston-Salem, NC. Reg 10:30am, KSU 12pm, $15/single, $20/double & cars.

Raffle, silent auction, live music, food.

APR 2 SAVING GRACE K9S BENEFIT RIDE AMVETS Post 845, 427 Links St., Rockwell, NC. Reg 9am, KSU 10:30am, $20/riders, $5/passenger, $5/extra hand.

50/50, door prizes, best & worst hand cash prizes, food. Tina, 317-753-2350, tinaww2003@yahoo.com APR 2 INFIDELS MC POKER RUN Independence Harley-Davidson, 9205 E Independence Blvd., Matthews, NC. Reg 9am, Last bike out 11am, $10/hand, $1000 best hand & $200 worst hand, live entertainment, open to the public, all vehicles welcome. Benefits The Independence Fund. Joe Purvis, 919-353-0251.

APR 2 FORGED BROTHERHOOD MC ORPHAN RUN Speedway HarleyDavidson, 10049 Weddington Rd Ext., Concord, NC. 11am, $15/single, $20/two up. Proceeds benefit Sacred Selections.

Tim 704-607-8434, yogicycleservice@ gmail.com

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APR 2 RIDE FOR HOPE The Gathering, 6341 Main St., Bailey, NC. (across from the Fire Dept.) Reg 9am, KSU 11am, $10/bike, $5/pass. 50/50, door prizes.

Benefits Hope Extended Community Outreach Center & Hope Center Ministries/ Recovery Center. 919-738-3365 APR 2 PONY EXPRESS RIDE Fort Bragg Harley-Davidson, 3950 Sycamore Dairy Rd., Fayetteville, NC. Reg 9am, KSU 10am, free food 11am-2pm. www. fortbraggharley.com, 910-864-1200 APR 2 10TH ANNIVERSARY NC SANDHILLS BIKE BLESSING Freedom Biker Church Fayetteville, 455 Rock hill Rd., Fayetteville, NC. 11am-2pm, bike blessing, music, food, door prizes, vendors, event tees, grand prize give-a-way. JD, 910-624-0679, www.freedombikerchurchfayetteville.com APR 3 SEVEN SABRES BROTHERHOOD ANNUAL JAMIE’S WINGS RIDE Angier Clock Tower, 55 N. Broad St., Angier, NC. Reg 9am, KSU 10am, $10 donation. Arlene_mabry@ncsu.edu APR 9 SKEETERS 1ST ANNUAL MEMORIAL RIDE Double D Burnout Saloon, 1408 E. Mountain St., Kernersville, NC. KSU 11:30am, $20/bike, Cornhole Tourny, $15/entry, Chili Cookoff, $20/ entry, $7/unlimited chili & a drink, judging @3pm, winner receives trophy. All proceeds go to Chase’s College Fund.

Hosted by Steel Rain MC. Info, 336-8809818 APR 9 CRUISIN’ FOR A CAUSE Rixter Grill, 3815 Tinsley Dr., High Point, NC. Reg10:30am, KSU 12:30pm, $20/bike, $10/rider, police escorted. 50/50, raffles, benefits Victory Junction.

APR 9 18TH ANNUAL CENTRAL DISTRICT SPOKER RUN Belmont Citgo, Hwy 49 S, Burlington, NC. Meet 9:30am, KSU 10am, $10/hand, cash prize. Spons

by CBA/ABATE of NC Central District.

Forey Holt, 336-693-1078 or Brian Rocafuerte 919-619-5131 APR 9 18TH ANNUAL CENTRAL DISTRICT SPOKER RUN Bojangles,4850 NC Hwy 49 Harrisburg, NC. Reg 10:30am, KSU11:30am, $10/hand, cash prize. Spons by CBA/ABATE of NC Central District. Derrick Hall 704-690-1378 or Michael Morris 704-305-5536

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APR 9 18TH ANNUAL CENTRAL DISTRICT SPOKER RUN Exxon Station, 2450 US Hwy 64 E, Lexington, NC. Meet 11am, KSU 11:30am, $10/hand, cash prize. Spons by CBA/ABATE of NC Central District. Jim Everhart 336-248-7880 APR 9 18TH ANNUAL CENTRAL DISTRICT SPOKER RUN American Classic Motorcycle Museum, 1170 Us Hwy 64, Asheboro, NC. $10/hand, cash prize.

Spons by CBA/ABATE of NC Central District. Gena Parker 336-963-3438 APR 9 OFFICER MIA GODWIN RIDE TO REMEMBER Oasis Shriners, 604 Doug Mayes Pl., Charlotte, NC. Reg 8am, KSU 10:30am, escorted ride, $20/ bike. Food avail, ceremony, silent auction. All proceeds go to Officer Mia Godwin’s family. Crystal Ashe 828-358-5640 APR 9 KIDS PATH BIKE & CAR SHOW Lakeview Speed Shop 6330 Davis Moore Rd., Burlington, NC. Reg 8am-1pm, cash, prizes, food, 50/50, raffle, live music. FMI, 336-213-2684, 336-260-1685.

APR 9 RARE BREED ANNIVERSARY PARTY Fort Bragg Harley-Davidson, 3950 Sycamore Dairy Rd., Fayetteville, NC.11am-2pm, free food & beer. www. fortbraggharley.com, 910-864-1200 APR 9 FREEDOM RIDE Freedom Biker Church, 669 Tarheel Rd., Benson, NC. Meet @9am, KSU 9:30am, everyone is invited. Christy@freedombikerchurch. com APR 10 BLESSING OF THE BIKES Freedom & Liberty Worship Center, 171 Key St., Pilot Mountain, NC. Rain or shine, 12:30pm.

APR 13 OUTER BANKS HARLEYDAVIDSON BIKE NIGHT 8739 Caratoke Hwy, Harbinger, NC. 4-7pm, free lite bites, soda & beer, raffles, vendors, live music, test rides. www.outerbankshd. com

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APR 16 FORT BRAGG HARLEYDAVIDSON EASTER EVENT 3950 Sycamore Dairy Rd., Fayetteville, NC. 11am-1pm, vendors, games, free food 10am-2pm, egg hunt every hour 11am1pm. www.fortbraggharley.com, 910-8641200 APR 16 9TH ANNUAL LUNCHMEAT POKER RUN The Station Bar & Grill 1205 NE Main St. Suite B, Simpsonville, NC. Reg 11am, 1st bike out 12pm, $10/ rider, $10/passenger. 50/50, support gear, gun raffle, tix $25. Benefits Brandon James who was injured in a wreck.

Daniel Montgomery, montydn2881@ gmail.com APR 16-24 20TH ANNIVERSARY OUTER BANKS BIKE WEEK Two locations, Outer Banks Harley-Davidson, 8739 Caratoke Hwy, Harbinger, NC. Bayside Harley-Davidson, 2211 Frederick Blvd., Portsmouth, VA. Carolinas’ Full Throttle Magazine Bike Show, Ms Outer Banks Bike Week contest, stunt shows, bikini bike wash, beer, food trucks, guided tours, live music, vendors, contests. www.outerbankshd.com 252-338-8866 APR 19-23 OUTER BANKS BIKE RALLY Vertigo Tattoo, 7594 Shipyard Rd., Manns Harbor, NC. Food, beer, live music, $1,000 poker run, $1,000 bikini contest, old school biker games, dyno machine, 50/50’s, raffles, vendors.

Benefits Dare Co. Motorsports Charity Group. Terry Gray, 252-256-1064.

APR 21 $1,000.00 POKER RUN Vertigo Tattoo, 7594 Shipyard Rd., Mann’s Harbor, NC. Reg 9am, first bike out 11am, $20/per hand, $10/extra draw. Best & worst hand cash prizes. Benefits children at Christmas. Rain date 04/22. 252-4753541 APR 22 CHROME ANGELZ RC OBX MEET & GREET Longboards, 3833 N Croatan Hwy., Kitty Hawk, NC. 6pm, www.chromeangelzrcnationals.com, 336493-9413

APR 22-23 ALL HARLEY WORLD SHOOTOUT Stunnaville’s Fayetteville Motorsports Park, 4480 Doc Bennett Rd Fayetteville NC. Paul Watson, 336-4792071 APR 22-23 SLAYERFEST 2022 6401 Knightdale Eagle Rock Rd., Wendell, NC. Fri: gates open @6pm, Sat: gates open @11am, $5/cover, food, slow rides, burnout pit, gun raffle, vendors, corn hole & axe throwing games, live music.

Hosted by Dragon Slayers MC. APR 23 AMERICAN LEGION RIDERS BENEFIT RIDE Post 55, 111 Miller St., Winston-Salem, NC. Reg 9:30am, KSU 11am, $20/rider, $5/passenger, $5/extra hand, 50/50. Benefits Veteran related ALR charities. Rain date 4/24. 336-7240660.

APR 23 6TH ANNUAL AUTISM RUN Ikea, 18300 Ikea Blvd., Charlotte, NC. Reg 11am, KSU 12pm, $20/rider, $5/passenger. Live music, rides, food. Benefits Autism Speaks. Hosted by East Coast Kruzers NC. APR 23 CLAREMONT RESCUE SQUAD POKER RUN Hooters, 1211 13th Ave Dr SE, Hickory, NC. Reg 11am, $25/ rider, $30/double, 1 event shirt per bike.

Meal provided after ride. 828-459-7968 APR 23 RIDE TO SURVIVE 2ND ANNUAL POKER RUN Kennedy-Hall Post #106, 6250 Hwy 801, Salisbury, NC. KSU 11am, 50/50, best/worst hand, raffles, food. Benefits the Rowan Co Cancer Support Fund. 980-521-5344.

APR 23 FALLEN MEMBERS RIDE CrossRoads Harley-Davidson, 1921 US Hwy 421, Wilkesboro, NC. Reg 10:30am, KSU 11:30am, donation ride, vendors, food, music. Benefits The Shephards House. Lee Perry, 336-452-1541, Donna Reeves, 336-467-1591.

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APR 23 CAROLINAS’ FULL THROTTLE MAGAZINE OUTER BANKS BIKE WEEK BIKE SHOW Outer Banks Harley-Davidson, 8739 Caratoke Hwy, Harbinger, NC. 12-4pm Free bike show entry. Cash prizes and custom trophies awarded. www.outerbankshd.com 336885-5400 APR 23 SLO MOTIONZ ON THE GRILL Fort Bragg Harley-Davidson, 3950 Sycamore Dairy Rd., Fayetteville, NC. 11am2pm free food, free beer 11am-3pm. www.fortbraggharley.com, 910-864-1200 APR 23 BLUE KNIGHTS OFFICER DOWN RIDE Carolina Coast Harley-Davidson, 6620 Market St., Wilmington, NC. Reg 9am, KSU 11am, $20/rider, $10/passenger. Lunch at noon, 50/50, shotgun raffle. Benefits area Law Enforcement Officers. 910-791-9997 APR 24 1ST ANNUAL DON MITCHELL MEMORIAL RIDE Taco Bell, 662 Hwy 1 S., Lugoff, SC. KSU 10:45am, wear red, donations accepted. Benefits the American Stroke Association.

APR 28 BAYSIDE HARLEY-DAVIDSON BIKE NIGHT 2211 Frederick Blvd., Portsmouth, VA. 5-8pm, free lite bites, soda & beer, raffles, vendors, live music, test rides. www.baysidehd.com APR 29 BUG RUN Gaston College, 201 US-321 Dallas, NC. Reg 6:30pm, pre-ride meeting 7:50pm, KSU 8pm. $20/ reg fee, $5/add stickers. Rain or shine, all monies collected will go to the winner & Relay for Life Lincoln/Gaston Co. FMI Anne Willis, carcdetour@gmail.com or 704-609-9953.

APR 29-MAY 1 HIS LABORING FEW BIKER MINISTRY CAMPOUT 1346 Wischum Way, Trinity, NC. Free, food, music, fellowship, sermons, camping. Pat, 980296-9605, David, 910-664-0117.

APR 29-MAY 1 20TH ANNUAL THUNDER IN THE SMOKIES, Maggie Valley Festival Grounds, 3374 Soco Rd., Maggie Valley, NC. $1,000 bike show, $1,000 bike games, vendors, live music, guided ride. Tickets avail online w/ free gifts. www.thunderinthesmokies.com, 828-2462101.

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APR 30 TYLER’S STROKE CHARITY RIDE Riding High Harley-Davidson, 3036 NC Hwy 68, High Point, NC. Reg 10am, KSU 12pm, $20/solo rider, $30/rider with passenger. 50/50, silent auction, food, live music. Tyler is a normal HS student undergoing some unfavorable medical conditions causing him to have several strokes in the past few months.

MAY 1 FREEDOM MEMORIAL WALL DEDICATION & RIDE Smokin HarleyDavidson 3441 Myer Lee Dr. WinstonSalem, NC. 10am gospel music, 10:30 worship service, 11am Memorial Ride, 1:30 Memorial Wall Dedication. Ride $10/bike inc meal. Meal $5, Family of 5 $20. Proceeds to perpetual care of the Memorial Wall. 336-722-3106

APR 30 BENEFIT FOR JEFF WOOD Cox’s Harley-Davidson of Asheboro, 2795 NC-134, Asheboro, NC. Reg 9am, KSU 11am, $20/bike, $5/passenger incl food. Silent auction, gun raffle, live music. www.coxsharley-davidson.com FMI, Kevin Shelton, 336-442-3520 or Derek Frazier, 336-963-8501.

MAY 7 PLAY DAY PAY DAY POKER RUN South Main Customs, 1220 S Main St., Kannapolis, NC. Reg 11am, $20/ per hand, $2000 in cash prizes. DJ, door prizes. Benefits Spina Bifida research.

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APR 30 IN OUR SHOES, INC. CHARITY RIDE Hope Community Church Parking lot, 2080 E. Williams St., Apex, NC. Reg 9am, KSU 10:45am, $20/bike inc door prizes & giveaways. All proceeds benefit In Our Shoes, Inc. 919-389-7815, ofcd44@yahoo.com, www.inhourshoesinc.org/index.html APR 30 SWAGG CITY ON THE GRILL Fort Bragg Harley-Davidson, 3950 Sycamore Dairy Rd., Fayetteville, NC. 11am2pm free food, 11am-3pm free beer. www.fortbraggharley.com, 910-864-1200 APR 30 23RD ANNUAL KERRI D. EFIRD MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP BIKE RUN West Stanly High School, Hwy 24/27, Oakboro, NC. Reg 9am, KSU 10am, rain or shine, donations accepted (tax deductible). All scholarships will be awarded to West Stanly High School Seniors. Scott & Tracy Efird, 704-888-4587, kdescholarship@aol.com www.kerripooh.com APR 30 RIDE 4 RECOVERY 2 Freedom Biker Church, 669 Tarheel Rd., Benson, NC. 9am-2pm, $25/rider incl coffee & donuts, meal ticket, door prize ticket. Tshirts, food avail. Christy, 919-868-3697 or Christy@freedombikerchurch.com APR 30 AMERICAN LEGION POST #25 BENEFIT RUN Historic Courthouse Square, Laurens SC. 11am, donations accepted, music, food, door prizes, raffles. Proceeds go towards their building fund. 864-871-8551

MAY 7 17TH ANNUAL JERRALD WILLIAM MITCHELL SCHOLARSHIP FUN RUN Jones Intermediate School, 2170 Riverside Dr., Mount Airy, NC. Reg 10am, $15/single, $25/couple incl meal.

Joey Mitchell, 276-251-5053.

MAY 7 12TH ANNUAL BUDDY ROE MEMORIAL RIDE The Hide-A-Way Tavern, 188 Billy Covington Rd., Rockingham, NC. Reg 12pm, KSU 1pm, $20/single, $30/dbouble incl food. 50/50, raffle, auction, Door prizes. 910-719-4089.

MAY 13 UPTOWN LEXINGTON BIKE NIGHT Bull City Ciderworks, 599 S Railroad St., Lexington, NC. 5:30-9pm, live music, food trucks, vendors, benefits Pastors Pantry. Jack Waters, jackw@ bullcityciderworks.com, 336-425-5959 MAY 14 FREEDOM RIDE Freedom Biker Church, 669 Tarheel Rd., Benson, NC. Meet @9am, KSU 9:30am, everyone is invited. Christy@freedombikerchurch. com MAY 18 CRUDES 11TH ANNUAL VETERAN RIDE Golden Egg Pancake House, 415 Hwy 17 N, Surfside Beach, SC. Reg 8am, KSU 10am, $15/ bike, $20/ with passenger. Punch card ride, cash prize, raffles, prizes, food, shirts.

843-238-4923 MAY 21 BENEFIT RIDE FOR PEDIATRIC STROKE AWARENESS Westwood Park, 1250 Galax Trail., Mount Airy, NC. Reg 9am, KSU 11am, $20/rider, $10/passenger. 50/50, door prizes, food. Benefits Stand with Bently Nonprofit. Foothillsncpunisherslemc@yahoo.com

MAY 21 BENEFIT RIDE FOR HOPE Pamlico Co. Chamber-Commerce, 10642 NC-55, Grantsboro, NC. Reg 10am, KSU 12pm, $20/rider, $10/passenger incl lunch. Live music, raffles, door prizes, vendors. Tammy, 910-358-2599, Sharon 252-474-7838.

Vendors, live music, DJ, camping, prizes, food, red line dyno, loudest bike comp., bike wash, poker run, bike show, burnout pit, audio sound show, rodeo events.

Benefits Mecklenburg Co. Cancer Association & The Barksdale Cancer Foundation. Lee Brankley 434-210-1503.

JUL 1 UPTOWN LEXINGTON BIKE NIGHT Bull City Ciderworks, 599 S Railroad St., Lexington, NC. 5:30-9pm, live music, food trucks, vendors, benefits United Way of Davidson County. Jack Waters, jackw@bullcityciderworks.com, 336-425-5959

MAY 22 3RD ANNUAL CRUISING FOR KIDS King Central Park, 302 Kirby Rd., King, NC. Reg 9am, KSU 11am, $20/ bike, raffles, 50/50, giveaways, shirts.

Benefits Camp Corral. www.cruisinforkids2019.com, William, 336-843-3832.

JUN 11 MT AIRY MEN’S SHELTER MOTORCYCLE RIDE Veteran’s Memorial Park, 691 W. Lebanon St., Mt Airy, NC. Reg 11am, KSU 12:30pm, $20/person, $25/couple. Live music, bingo, food, kids stuff, vendors. www.mountairymensshelter.com

JUL 9 2ND ANNUAL EVIL POKER RUN Evilution MC Clubhouse, 10107 Jordan Rd., Raleigh, NC. Food, drinks, games, 50/50. Big Jack 908-403-9671

MAY 29 22ND ANNUAL SMOKY MOUNTAIN THUNDER MEMORIAL RIDE Sevier County Courthouse, 125 Court Ave, Sevierville, TN. Opening Ceremony 10am, police escorted ride 11am, free ride. Honoring our Heroes. Ron Giddis, 865-453-6532, www.smokymountainthunder.net MAY 30 3RD ANNUAL MEMORIAL DAY RIDE TO REMEMBER Thompson Park, 1129 East 3rd St., Charlotte, NC Reg 8am, KSU 9am, free ride, donations accepted. Patches/pins, food, t-shirts. Ride includes 3 wreath presentations. Pre-reg, https://form.jotform. com/21319744445060 JUN 3 UPTOWN LEXINGTON BIKE NIGHT Bull City Ciderworks, 599 S Railroad St., Lexington, NC. 5:30-9pm, live music, food trucks, vendors, benefits Hospice of Davidson County. Jack Waters, jackw@bullcityciderworks.com, 336-425-5959 JUN 4 5TH ANNUAL SOUND OFF Fort Bragg Harley-Davidson, 3950 Sycamore Dairy Rd., Fayetteville, NC. Reg 10am, judging begins at 12pm. $30/entry fee, awards in each category. Free kids class, Meter Beater Contest $20/entry fee, winner takes all. www.fortbraggharley.com, 910-864-1200.

JUN 4 LEGION RUN FOR HOME American Legion Post 145, Hollywood, SC. Llandesberg2003@yahoo.com JUN 9-11 SOUTH CENTRAL BIKE FEST Fire Training Grounds, 534 Jonbil Rd., Chase City, VA. Thur & Fri: gates open at noon, Sat: gates open @7am.

Veterans & Active Military free with ID.

JUN 16-18 THUNDER AT THE ROCK Rockingham Dragway, 2153 US Hwy 1 North, Rockingham, NC. Thur: campground gates open @12pm, Fri: gates open @12pm, Sat: gates open @9am, camping, drag racing, music, contests, vendors, beer. Advance ticket discount www.thunderattherock.com, 910-5823400.

JUN 18 BIG BIKES 4 VETS TOM MCGRATH’S MOTORCYCLE LAW GROUP PURPLE HEART RIDE American Legion Post 55, 111 Miller St., Winston-Salem, NC. Reg 8:30am, KSU 11:30am, police escorted ride, raffles, food. Jack Waters, 336-425-5959, bigbikes4vets@gmail. com JUN 24-25 ALL HARLEY WORLD SHOOTOUT 710 Dragway, 3118 NC710, Rowland, NC. Paul Watson, 336479-2071 JUN 24-26 20TH ANNUAL THUNDER IN THE SMOKIES, Maggie Valley Festival Grounds, 3374 Soco Rd., Maggie Valley, NC. $1,000 bike show, $1,000 bike games, vendors, live music, guided ride, tickets avail online w/ free gifts. www. thunderinthesmokies.com, 828-2462101.

JUN 25 BOW TIES FOR VETS Fort Bragg Harley-Davidson, 3950 Sycamore Dairy Rd., Fayetteville, NC. Reg 9am, safety brief 10:30am, KSU 11am, $20/ bike, $5/passenger. Wear red, white and/ or blue bow tires. Benefits Road Warrior Foundation. FMI, Pooh Bear, 951-7754629.

JUL 16 FREEDOM RIDE Freedom Biker Church, 669 Tarheel Rd., Benson, NC. Meet @9:30am, KSU 10am, everyone is invited. Christy@freedombikerchurch. com AUG 5 UPTOWN LEXINGTON BIKE NIGHT Bull City Ciderworks, 599 S Railroad St., Lexington, NC. 5:30-9pm, live music, food trucks, vendors. Jack Waters, jackw@bullcityciderworks.com, 336-425-5959 AUG 13 FREEDOM RIDE TO FT FISHER AQUARIUM Freedom Biker Church, 669 Tarheel Rd., Benson, NC. Meet @9am, KSU 9:30am, tix are required for this ride. Contact Christy for tix, 919550-3733. everyone is invited. Christy@ freedombikerchurch.com AUG 19 CAROLINAS’ FULL THROTTLE MAGAZINE 24TH ANNIVERSARY BIKE NIGHT 711 W. Main St., Jamestown, NC. Music, best bike on the lot contest, vendors, cake. www.fullthrottlemagazine.com, 336-885-5400 AUG 20 RUMBLE AT THE DEPOT Bull City Ciderworks, 599 S Railroad St., Lexington, NC. 12-5pm, live music, bike & car show, vendors, food trucks, burn out pit, loud music comp., hottest biker chic comp., beard contest. Jack Waters, jackw@bullcityciderworks.com, 336-4255959 AUG 27 12TH ANNUAL SHRINERS HOSPITAL FOR CHILDREN BENEFIT Double D Burnout Saloon, 1408 E Mountain St., Kernersville, NC. 11am-6pm, Vendors, live auction, raffles, bike show, live music, shotgun raffle. $10/ plate of food. Proceeds go to The Shriners Hospital for Children in Greenville, SC. Karen Hatchet 336-707-7538, kbhatchett05@gmail.com

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301 Brothers Sixth Annual Polar Run By: Len “3 Wheel” Montgomery he Sixth Annual Polar Run, and Second Annual Wing Cook Off, went off without a hitch yet again this year. Sponsored by 301 Brothers of Four Oaks, NC, the Polar Run, which is normally held each year in January, was postponed until February 5, 2022.

Beginning at the 301 Brothers clubhouse, the run pulled out with 40+ bikes representing no less than 10 clubs, into the 40 degree weather. For those of you without a Riding Speed/Air Temperature matrix, 40 degrees feels like 9 degrees once you reach 45 mph. So yes, it was a fitting day for a Polar Run! The ride proceeded to the first stop, Streat Freeks RC, where a delicious breakfast was waiting along with hot coffee, hot chocolate and hot toddies. Katrina can cook her ass off.

She had a breakfast casserole, homemade sausage gravy and homemade biscuits fresh from the oven when we arrived. If there was any left, I would be surprised.

With our bellies full, most headed on to the next stop, Evilution MC of Raleigh, NC. (I headed to the final stop to begin cooking wings for the cook off). This was the longest stretch of the ride at nearly an hour away in the cold temperatures. Evilution had plenty of warm beverages, and some cold beverages that would definitely take the chill off, waiting for

everyone. Everyone arrived safe and were welcomed into the warmth of their clubhouse.

Next Stop, Red Devils MC Johnston County Chapter.

These guys always make a brother feel welcome and the Polar Run was no exception. I hate to sound redundant, but we are bikers, so there were plenty of bone warming refreshments, coffee and such. Though I wasn’t along for this portion of the run, I feel confident when I say that I’m sure there were some exaggerations (and lies) that were spread along the entire path of the run!

Final stop on the run was Desperados MC of Selma, NC. Remember I had been there most of the day cooking up some wings along with members of five other clubs. And I can unequivocally guarantee there was bullshit piling up around our ankles from all the shit talking we were doing! Members of all the clubs that were stops on the run; 301 Brothers, Streat Freeks, Evilution, Red Devils and Desperados were supposed to be cooking. The night before the run one club’s cook had his bike stolen from his yard, so he was understandably not in the right frame of mind to compete. (Hope you find your bike Tater!) We were joined in the competition by Cohorts MC of Coastal Plains, NC and Fallen Brotherhood MA of Godwin, NC. Right on schedule, the run pulls in between 3:15-3:30 pm (great job Yankee Mike and Injun). The ride had no break downs, no tip overs, no one got lost, and only one cell phone fell out of a back pocket (hope you get that screen repaired Shanell). The judging for the competition didn’t begin until 4pm so that gave all the riders time to get a drink and warm up by the fire. But most couldn’t resist walking past each and every cook station to get a glimpse of what was to come off the smokers.

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Will & Susan the Polar Run in January. This year we agreed to postpone it due to a fundraiser that was being held for one of brothers and his wife, Will and Susan Fretwell. On December 17, 2021, Will and Susan were in a horrendous accident less than a mile from their home. A car crossed into their path while turning into the driveway of an apartment complex. There was no time to react, and their bike hit the car so hard it spun it 360 degrees, throwing both Will and Susan from the bike in different directions. They both sustained critical injuries. Will remains in Wake Med as of the time of the Polar Run, while Susan has recovered enough to come home. They will both need several more months to fully recover. Your prayers for them are appreciated. We all love you both Will and Susan!! In addition to postponing the Polar Run, we also donated from the wing sales and took up donations to help them through their recovery. There will be a Poker Run held for them on March 26th leaving out of Shelton’s HD in Smithfield and ending at Saddle Up Saloon in Smithfield. Come join and be a part of supporting two people who have always been quick to help anyone in need.

But back to the wing competition. It’s now 4pm and the wings have been submitted to the judges, members of Steelhorse Strangers MC from Roxboro, NC (which is quite the Polar Run unto itself at about 150 miles round trip). You may recall last year’s winner was Jeff Mellen of Desperados MC. Jeff was feeling quite confident, I felt like we were so close last year that I would beat him with the few tweaks I made to my sauce. I must say I was feeling confident myself. I mean, I can cook damnit!!

I had tasted everyone’s sauce and I knew the judging would be tight. No one had a bad sauce. Danny with Cohort’s knows his way around a cooker and, though he normally makes his own sauce, his wife had made a sauce so good he had to use it.

Frawg and Faceplant from Fallen Brotherhood decided to go a different route. They added ghost peppers to their sauce with the sole intention of being remembered. I bet many remembered them the next morning because that shit was HOT! Krash was cooking for Streat Freeks. They cook every week at their clubhouse, so it was no surprise that tasty wings came

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Once the judges are sequestered, everyone else digs in.

Being bikers, we were all outspoken about who we saw as the winner.

But in the end, it was Evilution that was named the winner this year (congratulations to Matt and Russell). There is a small plaque to be presented to the winning club and their name will go on the plaque at 301 Brothers as the winner for 2022. There is no cash prize, this is for bragging rights! We all go in the hole to compete. But what is the cost compared to bringing together those you love and ride with all year for a friendly competition. Don’t get it twisted though, there

will be much shit talked for the rest of the year. Did I mention the bragging rights? I will be strategizing for next year’s 3rd Annual Wing Cook Off. The Wings Cook Off will be held at Evilution in Raleigh in conjunction with 301 Brothers Seventh Annual Polar Run. Mark your calendars now for January 14, 2023.

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The 23rd Attempt – Almost A Tradition FEAR OF FEBRUARY PARTY Pre-Daytona, Valentine’s Day Party & Oyster Roast By: Lincoln Infield Photos By: M_Fotograf, Lloyd, Lincoln n 1999 the Fear of February Party was born as a chicken stew party held at County Line Tavern (present day Double D Burnout Saloon) and was built as the Carolinas’ Full Throttle Magazine reader appreciation party. The party has grown and evolved into a biker tradition with a huge oyster roast, big raffles and great turnouts despite some crappy weather. Being that it was always in February we have fought some nasty weather over the years. We’ve partied in the snow, sleet, drizzling rain and subfreezing temperatures more often than not. It’s been so damn cold and windy that we couldn’t keep the fire burning under the oyster steamer. That’s part of the reason it’s called the Fear Of February Party. But every once in a while, we get a beautiful 70 degree day in February and the party is a real rager. In more recent years the warm weather lined up with our party in 2013 at Horsefeathers in Mooresville, 2017 at Ted’s Kickin’ Chicken in Winston-Salem and then again this year at Double D Burnout Saloon in Kernersville.

Ten days out, the weather was looking good and I was just trying not to jinx it by talking about it or even thinking about it. Ya never know, a little stray excitement can cause the weather to turn on you. The party has always been rain or shine so we just went about gathering party supplies with our fingers crossed. We packed the truck bed full, front to back and all the way up to the camper shell with oyster steamers, tables, shirts, cones, mini bikes and more supplies. It’s amazing what it takes to put on these events. When it was all packed

up I had a moment to sit back and think. This was gonna be a tough one. It was our 23rd Attempt at the Fear Of February party. One year the bar we were using lost its liquor license 3 days before the party, and that’s why this is an “attempt” and not “annual” but that’s a story for another time. So we knew what to do, no problem there. But it was going to be the first Fear Of February Party since our Editor / Party Co Founder / Dad, Mark Infield, had passed away. In truth, this was his and Molly’s (Mom) party. Hell, a lot of the people that still come to the party were their friends. I knew it was gonna be a little tough, but I also wanted to throw a hell of a party in his honor.

So lets do this thing.

The weather held true and we were set for a 70 degree February day. Set up was a breeze and and bikes started showing up early. They all knew it was gonna be a big day and wanted to get there early and snag a good parking spot. Even had a dude ride in from Tennessee to get his fill of oysters. The opening announcement was a little emotional but with a little help from our friends we gave a big loud “Hell Yeah” that I’m sure Dad could hear in heaven, and then the party was on. It wasn’t long before Double D Burnout Saloon was PACKED OUT. The bikes and cars parked full the parking lot and up and down the road for a mile in either direction and were still coming in. The Stone Parker Band was on the outside stage and they were absolutely bringing it. They were rocking tracks from Van Halen, Led Zeppelin, and other classic rock staples and had the crowd on their feet for sure. Bob Karney, the Carolinas’ Biker Lawyers and Smokin’ Harley-Davidson sponsored this years oysters and damn they were big and tasty. The oyster tables were manned by my Brother - In Law, Wade and his buddy Mike. They were steamin’ and dumping bushels of oysters on the tables for near 5 hours. At the end

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of the table our Hickory / Statesville rep, Doc, had his oyster cooking table set up with a wok of spicy butter and onions mix that he had some oyster simmering in. If anyone is ever apprehensive about eating oysters, I send them to Doc. He’s down there slinging spicy buttery oysters with lime juice, homemade kimchi, and keeping the party going. There were a ton of vendors set up with jewelry, sunglasses, beard oils, and other biker accessories. Smokin’ Harley-Davidson was set up handing out H-D swag and getting everyone excited about the new ’22 models. They were set up beside the Carolinas’ Biker Lawyers van that was handing out calendars, koozies, and had some hot models of their own! Carolinas’ Biker Lawyer, Sean Clayton, and his wife rode in again this year to take in the festivities. It’s always good to have some legal advice on hand at these types of shindigs. The inside of the bar was hoppin’ too and Candi, Nikki and Skittles were doing there damndest to keep up with the crowd. The bar back earned his keep that day as well. The beers and mixed drinks were flowing heavy all day long.

Speaking of beers flowing. Mid-day we gave the band a break from melting guitar strings and started up the beer chuggin’ contest, another Fear Of February Tradition. We had three heats of five contests each in the men’s and women’s division all eyeing the coveted Chuggin’ Champion title. We really put them to the test in the first heat with 16oz PBR tallboy cans.

The first round winners really earned it! The next rounds we backed it down to 12oz Natty Lights so they went down a little easier. I tell ya, it was stiff competition with my boys from down round Sanford: Big Mike, Dustin and CornNut who were taking on the likes of Dirty, Redman and Chambers from the Golden Sons MC in the next heat. Other unsung heroes who advanced through the ranks quickly were Seth Fisher, representing Jaybirds Custom Cycles in Salisbury, “A.C.” Slater, Dale Page, Bam, John Lee, Shannon Rose and Jessie Davis. The women were killing it too. Full Throttle Salisbury rep Lacie led the charge early with past champion Allison

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Mize. Angie Fisher, Vicky Rice, Taylor Davis and Jamie Thompson all put back some beers. Let me tell you they all earned a round of applause for their efforts. After a few drink offs, instant replay and judging conferences, the ladies championship was between Vicky Rice and Angie Fisher, with Vicky pulling out a narrow win. The guys championship was heated battle. Bam was narrowly illuminated by Big Mike who had to take on Redman for the title. Big Mike prevailed and took his place in Fear of February History beside Vicky, and they accepted their championship mugs with grace and poise. David Thompson, owner of Double D, wasn’t gonna let them off easy and challenged them to a drink off to settle who was truly the best. The three competitors battled it out but Vicky, who started slightly later than the guys, out chugged both Big Mike and David to give the ladies the bragging rights.

The crowd was WAY to thick to play mini bike games so we had to forgo that part of the party. But that’s ok, the place was packed and that’s just fine with us. The Stone Parker took back to the stage and took back to melting faces in the crowd. Out front of the bar Big Mike, Dustin and CornNut worked off a few of them beer chuggin beers by doing some righteous burnouts, another feature that is synonymous with biker parties. I mean, if you throw

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a biker party and there’s no burnouts, was it really a biker party? There were also some sweet eye candy in the parking lot. Zach and Kristin of The Rebel Spirit came out with Zach on their ’72 CB750 chopper “Boogie Nights” and Kristin rode here new to her ’79 Shovelhead FLH. Eddie Kerr rode in on a beautiful ’59 Panhead FLH Duo Glide. The Dillard bros, Chad and Nick, rode in on a ’75 Superglide and a beautiful ‘83 Shovelhead chopper, respectively. Evil Twins Rob Whitlow rode in on a killer custom Sportster and there were countless other customs on the lot. Wayne and Vandee from BTN, Crazy, Dingo, Bad Brad and Yeti (Bruce) were among

the local celebrities that showed up. Full Throttle staff was in full effect as well. Doc from Statesville, Lacie from Salisbury, John from Albemarle and Chi from Fayetteville were all there along with Rose and Lloyd from Thomasville/Kernersville who service Double D’s and other area accounts. I can’t tell you how much I appreciate you all coming out to party with us.

When the end of the day rolled around it was time to do the grand prize raffles. This year we had 3 raffle prizes to be given away. My beautiful wife, Maggie, my sister, Lydia, Chi, Rose and Bad Brad manned the Full Throttle Booth all day hocking raffle tickets for these spectacular prizes. First up was the vendors prize pack. The vendors on the lot all pitched in an item or three to comprise a nice pile of gifts that was won by Becky Shahan of Randleman, NC. The next grand prize was a beautiful sterling silver and diamond encrusted heart pendant that was sponsored by our friends at Blade Runner Pawn LLC in Winston-Salem. Blade Runner is home to Wrenn’s Sterling Jewelry and donated a beautiful piece of jewelry. I mean, it’s a Valentine’s Day party as well. The winning ticket was bought by Nick Dillard and I’m sure it looks lovely on him or his wife if he decided to share it with her. The GRAND prize of the day was a huge 70” ultra high-definition smart TV, just in time for the Daytona 500, General Hospital or whatever it is you like to watch. Animal from the Stone Parker Band provided the drum roll as the winning ticket was

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help and loyalty, which I am forever grateful for. Thank you to my big brother Lucas and big sister Lydia for always being there to help. Brother in law Wade for handling the oysters all day with his pal Mike of Queen Ann’s Revenge Seafood Company, who also supplied the oyster. Thanks to my beautiful wife, Maggie, for the endless support. Naturally I gotta thank Mom, Molly “WildThing” Infield, for allowing me to continue their traditions and for her and Dad setting the stage for such a great party.

L-R: Lydia, Maggie, Lincoln, Rose & Grand Prize Winners Mike Tyson and Jane Tolbert

pulled from the barrel. Jane Tolbert won the TV and celebrated by shimmying up to the stage. I tell ya, I’d been happy too, but you don’t want to see me dance. Jane said that she had a 32” tv in the living room that this would be replacing! That’s gonna be awesome! By the way, she only bought $25 worth of raffle tickets! This years winning ticket was sold, once again,

by Rose, so if you want to win, she’s the one to buy tickets from!

The stone Parker band took back to the stage and brought the party home after the raffles, but that was the official end to the 23rd Attempt - Almost A Tradition, Pre-Daytona, Valentine’s Day Party and Oyster Roast. It’s most likely going to be the last Fear Of February party that we put on, for now at least. We appreciate everyone coming out to get down with us. The FT staff was awesome, thanks to Chi, Rose, Lloyd, Doc, Lacie and John for their help. Huge shoutout to David and Missie Thompson of Double D Burnout Saloon for hosting this years attempt, The Carolinas’ Biker Lawyers and Smokin’ Harley-Davidson for sponsoring the Oysters, Blade Runner Pawn for sponsoring the Diamond Heart Pendant and everyone who pitched in.

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Pop Pop’s Toy X World’s Quickest & Fastest Harley Bagger Story and photos by Alan Dockery

Harley drag bikes around strips across the country, my favorite racers were always big motor gas machines.

They have special sounds and smells, kinda like the nitrofueled bikes do. And there has always been a Dresser Class, just not many guys racing in it. Now full dressed Harleys are called Baggers. The Street Glide has to be Harley’s top selling bike. So that means more Baggers on the drag strip. Guys asking what class can they race in. Folks who formerly rode and raced Japanese motorcycles are now on Harley Baggers.

So for a few years the Harley Bagger pot has been cooking.

Pop Pop’s Toy X, built and ridden by Andy Simon, bubbled to the top of the pot and holds both the elapsed time and mile an hour records in Xtreme Outlaw Bagger Class. This awesome machine has been down the quarter mile in 7.706 seconds at 182.03 miles per hour. That makes it the quickest and fastest Harley Bagger on this planet. As far as I know it’s still the only bike of this type in the seven seconds. Next quickest is Rickey Gadson. Yeah, the skinny little professional drag racer ran 8.07 on Meth Beth. That’s the bike built and ridden

by A1 Cycles Mike Beland that won races and busted records for a couple years.

I recently talked to Andy Simon Jr. about the pretty red race bike he and his dad raced and busted records with last year. Andy Senior is in Key West relaxing and recharging for another race season. But Junior knows Harley drag racing and this machine very well. I’ve seen Andy Senior and Junior teaching drag racing school at the strip. For many years Andy Simon Motorsports has campaigned winning machines of their own and built bikes for other teams. Too many to list. They moved to North Carolina from Pennsylvania about 10 years ver the decades of chasing

ago. Junior told me his Dad started drag racing at 16 years old in other folks’ cars. He was drag racing Camaros at Atco Dragway in New Jersey. Andy was almost born on the drag strip. “Not a lot of people know, but he would tell you,” said Andy Junior. “The night before I was born Dad was drag racing against a Hemi Cuda. He beat the guy three times. Well Mom was in the car with him. With me in there ready to bust out. I was born the next day.”

In the early 1990’s Andy Senior met Danny Fitzmaurice, Zipper Performance Products. So Andy got into Harley drag racing through one of the legends of the sport. He started out drag racing an FXR. Next year they built a super modified and went to the strip and dominated with it. “We’ve had a lot of good luck and done really well,” Junior said. “We’ve had a lot of success over the years. But I do want to say this. We have been surrounded by some very good people. We’ve had a lot of help along the way. This isn’t just us. It’s being surrounded by good people has made a big difference.”

A little history on that bike.

“It started as a customer build years ago,” he said. “There were several people going in on it together. They wanted to have the world’s fastest bagger. Well the money dried up and we ended up with the bike.” This was way back in the days when folks were trying to make Harleys competitive in NHRA Pro Stock Motorcycle racing. I remember watching some of the best teams and smartest minds in regular Harley drag racing working real hard to beat the Japanese machines in NHRA. And just not getting there. Always a couple tenths of a second behind.

So around 2000 Andy Simon Racing built the bike to the

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Andy Senior (left) and Junior before bustin more records at The Rock

rules back then for NHRA. “That chassis is a 2000 Harley FLH frame with VIN,” Junior said. “The original chassis is there except for the backbone.

The backbone was cut out and raised up mainly to make clearance for maintenance. That allows him to get in there and remove rocker boxes with no problem. That is the real reason for doing that.

There is a notch in a downtube for exhaust clearance.”

“It still has stock motor mounts and floorboard mounts. The swingarm pivot is in the stock location and will accept all stock parts. The seat height to the frame is same as stock FLH. It looks lower since the backbone was raised and the whole bike sits lower.” They use a Mad Monkey Swingarm

by Brannon White and have an overall wheel base of 72 inches. M2 Shocks help it stick the power to the pavement. The bike has the stock rake and stock FLH Triple Trees. Lower legs are stock and the tubes are stock Harley that Andy shortened. RC wheels front and back. The bodywork is old fiberglass parts. Andy made the side covers. Kenny’s Components in Mooresville made the Carbon fiber bags.

Senior made the seat pan.

The engine is a massive 172 Inch Twin Cam and was built from parts Andy had around. S&S Cases. S&S crank rebuilt

by Andy to his specs. Cylinders are from Randy at Hyperformance. Those are S&S Pro Stock Heads from back in the day.

Valuable heads in Andy’s hands. At one time Andy built his own heads and they got outlawed. CP Pistons take the bang and flame from the VP Racing Fuels C-85. That is racing quality 85 per cent ethanol fuel.

It works great with turbocharging since it cools the intake charge.

Turbocharging is a big thing on street and strip these days. Andy uses a Comp Turbo. Excellent unit for this application and it’s oil-less. No

oil lines needed from the engine to the turbo. This turbo has modern bearings and survives with just grease. Every couple races grease it.

Andy built the exhaust and intake plumbing and plenum and fuel rail. He uses DeatschWerks Injectors. The Throttle body is from a Honda car. The cam is Andy’s secret custom grind.

Ignition is a MaxxECU Sport Version. But that little modern computer does more than fire the sparkplugs. Junior does the tuning on the bike and can control so many variables with the MaxxECU. It can take lots of inputs and control several outputs. Such as shifting. Junior can program it to shift and Senior doesn’t even have to push a button.

One of the fine tuning things he can precisely control is turbo boost pressure. They use a CO2 Boost Control. It’s powered by a paintball gun cartridge and manages the waste gate pressure with a solenoid. So Andy can control boost. Instead of just a static spring for pressure, this system is controlled by the Maxx ECU. Andy can dial in fine boost adjustments as the bike goes down the track.

Pop Pop’s Toy X has Energy One Clutch Plates in a special assembly. “There is an interesting story behind the clutch,” Junior said. “Back in the 1990’s there was a racer, Mike Lazano, who came up with the idea for this clutch. It’s engine driven and what became the Gen 2 clutch. This was years ago. Mike made two of them. One for himself and one for my father. Dad ran it on our street pro bike back then. That same clutch is in this bike. One of the first Gen 2 clutches ever made. Tommy Clark at C&S Machine made the outside bearing support.”

The transmission is a five speed Harley case with Andrews internals. Andy did the back cutting and fine tuning. Last Summer that seemed to be the biggest issue I saw them with at the strip. “We were overpowering the transmission and shocking it,” Junior said. “It’s like hitting a rock with a hammer

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repeatedly. Eventually it breaks. That’s what we were doing, shocking the transmissions. We went through a few transmissions last Summer. I think we have that problem fixed.”

So this is a 22 year old abandoned project that has been updated and is now whuppin’ ass and bustin’ records. Andy Simon Motorsports started the project and has built so many of the custom parts. Senior works at A1 Cycles in Maiden, NC, where I often see him build heads and engines and doing machine work for riders all over the country. “In 2020 we made one race, in Louisiana,” Junior said. “We had all kinds of problems trying to get ahold of the track. It kept breaking the tire loose. But in doing so we managed to reset the mile per hour records.” “All of last year was still working on the bike. We were trying this and testing that. Just trying to get some things dialed in on it. But we kept going faster and faster. So a lot of last year was, let’s try this and see what happens, so we can figure things out and learn the bike. This has by far been the toughest race bike we have ever had to get going, fast. There are so many variables we are working with.

There is so much horsepower and torque. The turbo is new to us. Maxx ECU engine management is new to us.”

As Junior and I wound down our talk he mentioned the Browne family who were the real pioneers of racing Turbo Harleys. I remember the Dad on Turbocharged Shovelhead race bikes. The sons still race turbo Harleys. Andy said they have been a big help with learning how to make Pop Pop’s Toy a record setter. “ I can say thanks to lots of people,” Junior said. “Mike Lazano has been a fixture in our family for many years. Dan Nietzold is a big help. Thanks to Kenny’s Components, Branon White at Mad Monkey, Mike Glaser, Dave at Worldwide Bearings, Steve Nichols and MaxxECU, Jack at CycleDrag, Rob Bush at 190 Hookup.com, Tater Gun - Chip Ellis, Tommy Clark at C&S Machine, Energy One Clutches, Paul Watson and Lumbee Racing, Comp Turbo, S&S Cycle, Andrews gears and CP Pistons.”

When you are at the Harley drags this Summer stop by and check out Pop Pop’s Toy X, the world’s quickest and faster Harley Bagger.

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Uniting Bagger Racers With One Set Of Rules

Story by Alan Dockery s Harley Bagger Drag Racing has grown the last few years there was one little problem, standard classes and rules. The first races I went to had no real tech inspection process and poorly defined classes. It was street racers who came to the drag strip and some traditional racers who expected rules. I wondered if Bagger Drags were ever going to become real classes.

Well some Carolina folks have taken a big step in making Harley Bagger Drag Racing more competitive and professional. Andy Simon, Jr. recently told me about the International Harley Drag Racing Association.

“The International Harley Drag Racing Association is just a sanctioning body similar to NHRA,” said Andy Simon, Jr. “So we came up with six classes with good rules. Xtreme Outlaw, Pro Outlaw, Pro Comp, Super Stock, Top Eliminator and Hot Rod Bagger. A broad range of classes for everybody from beginner to our bike.

We are trying to organize and professionalize the sport again. Bring it back to where it should be and even much better. Everywhere you look everybody has different rules and nobody runs with anybody because things are different.”

Yep. I have seen racing change and evolve in many ways over the years.

The Harley Bagger Drags needed some organization and order to go to the next level. To be taken seriously by racers and fans.

“Under the IHDRA I formed a racing series. That’s called the Outlaw Bagger World Series,” Junior said.

“Instead of having our own events, we thought let’s go out and support the people who are already having events in our sport. So we partnered with Bill Rowe and the All Harley Drag Racing Association to have four races at his events. Two of our races will be at Paul Watson’s All Harley World Shoot-

out events. Paul and Bill have adopted all six classes and will be running them at all their events.”

Other folks across the country are accepting the IHDRA rules. A new series has just formed in the Great Lakes area, the All American Bagger Drag Racing Association, and they are running all six IHDRA classes. In Texas the V Twin Racing Association has adopted the same rules. So all these series are now IHDRA sanctioned.

“We are working with some people in California and Las Vegas who do Harley drags and they want to join and run the same rules package. Same classes and tech inspection. We provide tech tools to the organization so everything is done the same.

It’s very very professional,” he said.

This has lead to basically a lot of North America having a common set of Harley drag racing rules for these classes. That means racers can go out of their area and race knowing the tech procedures and race rules should be the same as where they have been racing.

Racers from other parts of the country have come to North Carolina for racing vacations. That means make a couple drag races but also visit the mountains to ride, paddle, bike, camp and chill. Now they can vacation in other parts of the country and take the race bike too.

“In addition to sanctioning races across the U. S. and Canada, I am in talks with people in Europe, Japan and Australia about adopting IHDRA classes. Then it will be a truly international association.”

Junior said.

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9 Annual Eli-Celebration Of Life

By Wally Wersching

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Life was created to promote an annual benefit in loving memory of Eli. A tragic accident took his life on August 4, 2011. He was 2 years old when he lost his life by a fallen tree.

Eli’s life is celebrated by coming together as friends, as bikers, and even strangers to raise money for a local child in need, a different one each year. This year, it’s for Hunter Barnard, a 17 year-old senior at palmetto High School. He had Hypoplastic Left Heart Syndrome and was born with only a half a heart.

He’s had multiple heart surgeries since he was 3 days old with a heart transplant in September 2021. He has spent a lot of his young life in the hospital and is lucky to be alive.

This year, the event was held on Saturday, February 8th starting at The House-Divided Bar and Grill in Greenville, SC with Kick Stands Up at 12:30PM. When I awoke on Saturday morning, I saw the sun shining in a bright blue sky. It was

frigid though with temps in the mid 20’s. I was considering riding “Miss Vickie” to the event. I decided that I would drive rather than ride. It turned out to be a very wise decision. I walked in, and gave a donation for Hunter, then placed a stack of Full Throttle Magazines on the registration table. The inside of the bar was crowded with people dedicated to the memory of little Eli. I walked outside to talk with the bikers who rode. There were only about a half a dozen bikes, and it was easy to see who rode. They were all wearing their cold riding gear. More and more bikers rolled in and parked. At about 12:30, everybody came out of the bar, and was handed a balloon for the Eli remembrance ceremony. A man spoke for a while about Eli, and all the good the Eli Celebration of Life has done over the years. Then there was a short prayer, and the balloons were released. They all went up to the heavens. After the balloons were released, it was time for a group photo. Everybody got together and gave the “Thumbs Up” – Eli’s favorite gesture.

Then, the bikers went to their bikes. The ride was delayed for a few minutes so that everybody could pay their “bar tap” before they left. The ride left at about 12:45 heading to the Mid-City Shrine Club, 1470 Fort Prince Blvd. Wellford SC. (Approx 20 miles/25 min) with a 4:30pm departure for the finale back at House-Divided for Hotdog Plates and a Live Auction. At 6pm, the James Radford Band was scheduled to play. It was a very beneficial event for Hunter and his family.

Exactly $24,000 was raised for them.

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The Harley-Davidson Source Book All The Milestone Production Models Since 1903 By: Mitch Bergeron

A Book Review By: WildThing f you ever wanted to know anything about a

Harley-Davidson, you will find the answer on the pages of this book. It begins with early tinkering with the first modern internal combustion engine in the 1880’s and continues through the powerful Harley-Davidsons we see on the roadways today. With insightful prose and beautiful photography, he tells the story of one of the greatest American company, since1903 through 2021, still in business today.

In The Harley-Davidson Source Book, acclaimed Harley-Davidson historian Michael Bergeron covers every motorcycle the company has built, from the very first prototype to the Silent Gray Fellow to the latest CVO Electra Glides and Softails. They’re all here – the F-Head twin cylinder, the side-valve engines called the Flathead engine, the Knucklehead that would define Harley-Davidson’s image as we know it today, through the Panhead, the Sportster, the XR750, the Shovelhead, the Evolution, the Twin Cam, the Milwaukee Eight, and all the rest.

An authoritative text made very readable with a little history lesson with each passage by noted Harley-Davidson

historian and journalist Michael Bergeron complemented by modern and period photography make this Harley reference complete. This is the ultimate encyclopedia of the ultimate motorcycle.

The Author A motorcycle and automotive enthusiast from an early age, Mitch Bergeron Has worked in the motorcycle industry and has built a reputation as a custom builder with an eye for detail. His keep it simple approach to his craft has led to many awards, such as Easyriders Invitational Best of Show, many Best of Show Regionals and VQ magazine awards. He’s shared his expertise through technical articles for Easyriders and Street Chopper, and the book The Art Of The Chopper.

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Smokin’ Harley-Davidson Hosts A Polar Bear Ride In Bike Show

Harley-Davidson keeps the events happening all year long. They understand that we are looking for something to do, like every weekend. Whether it is hot soup, seminars, sales, tattoo contests, or bike shows Smokin’ just keeps the events rolling. They are so geared towards the bike life that there is even a bar restaurant attached to the dealership. Now, that is commitment.

They must also live by the farmers almanac or something cause they planned a Polar Bear Ride In Bike Show for February 5th, and it was frigid. There was hardly a cloud in the blue sky, but the sun didn’t help warm up the riders who came in for the bike show. In fact, those who are too cold natured to ride showed up in their cages just to be a part of the event. Or maybe they were just making sure to snag some Girl Scout cookies from the local troop that was set up as a vendor that day, hell, I don’t blame them. I shoulda got me a box or four of Caramel deLites, I love those cookies. Riders and cagers alike piled in to the parking lot but shifted inside and outside to keep their digits workin. Just during the bike show Smokin’ staff sold three brand new Harley-Davidson motorcycles so ya know there were some Hot Deals going on. The bike show was free to enter and a slew of Softails, Street Glides and mokin

Springers lined up to be judged, but were no match for Randall Thompson’s 2018 H-D Tri-Glide. Randall made off with a cash prize of $150! See, it DOES pay to ride in the cold!

Congrats Randall!

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XR-1000

A Very Special Sportster

Story and photos by Alan Dockery here are certain motorcycles that stand out in our

lives. Even if we never own that model, we never forget the times we rode one and always look at them with a smile when seen at a bike event. One of those machines is the Harley-Davidson XR-1000.

This special model Sportster was only sold as 1983 and 1984 models. Harley built about 1,800 of them. Almost all were Charcoal Gray. There were 177 painted in traditional Harley black and orange. If you wanted the quickest stock new Harley around town you bought this machine. I remember riding the first one in Fort Walton Beach. The dealer would loan it to me for a Saturday. After riding it, my knuckles were white, heart beating fast and tears streaking from the corners of my eyes. Wow. Let’s race.

In the early 1980’s Harley was still kicking dirty butts on the flat tracks. The XR-750 is probably the longest in use and winningest race bike ever. Selling a street-legal flat track style bike made sense. But this bike wasn’t exactly a streetlegal race bike. It was still based on the Ironhead Sportster engine. Harley swapped on some aluminum cylinders for less weight and better cooling. Trick heads put the carburetors and exhaust in the XR-750 locations. The XR-1000 made 70 horsepower, 10 more than a standard Ironhead. That was the plain basic model. There were a few stages of hop up kits available from the dealer and plenty of aftermarket parts too. Dell’Orto pumper carburetors, Showa suspension, and dual 11-inch front discs made this the sportiest machine from Harley-Davidson you could buy. It was quick.

The XR wasn’t a sales success. It cost twice as much as

a regular Ironhead Sportster. Then Evo Sportsters came out in 1985, it cost twice as much as a Honda CF-1100 sportbike, and the import bikes were faster. Harley buyers tend to prefer the same kind of bike our Daddy had, or at least the look. Harley revived the concept and style in 2006 with the XR-1200. That bike was more popular in the rest of the world than here. Both are awesome machines to some of us. They ain’t real race bikes, but back in the day folks roadraced them in series like Battle of the Twins.

Chris Rasile of Burlington, NC, has a long history with these special Sportsters. I know him from the drag strip where he is likely to be in the winner’s circle or setting records. Like many of my racing buddies, Chris appreciates antique motorcycles too. Let me tell y’all about the 1984 XR-1000 that he has brought back to absolutely original condition. An unmolested stock bike with about 5,500 original miles on the clock.

“Back in 1985, I bought my first XR-1000 from Moroney’s Harley-Davidson in upstate New York,” Chris said. “His son Pat was a famous flat track and road racer. Bought it new with zero miles. That was the first Harley I ever bought brand new.”

Chris got a great deal on that first bike too. He paid $5,800 for the bike that listed for $6,995. That was Summer of 1985 and the bike had sat unsold in the dealership for almost two years. At that time the XR-1000 was not an easy sell to most Harley riders. A regular Sportster was $3,500. I bought a new FLT TourGlide back then for $6,500. So $7,000 for a single seat special Sportster meant you had to love it to buy it. Like

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many of us Chris was riding an old chopper when he bought his first new Harley.

“I was riding a 1950 Panhead that I bought in the early seventies,” he said. “It was chopped up and run in a couple rigid frames over the years. In 1978 I got hit by a college kid down in Fort Lauderdale after Bike Week. That screwed up my back so I rebuilt the bike with a mid-sixties swingarm FLH frame. Put a nice little narrow Sportster front end on it. That was my daily ride until I bought the XR.” “How I was steered towards buying that bike. There were two guys who lived in

my hometown who had them. One of them started bringing it to Connecticut Dragway and playing around. Another guy had his at the beach one day and asked if I wanted to ride it. Yeah, OK let me see how it feels. Rode it around the beach and took up the avenue. He asked what do you think. I thought it was pretty cool and wouldn’t mind having one. But I sure as heck wasn’t paying seven thousand dollars for one.” Chris said. Then phone calls started going out looking for one. He found the one at Moroney’s for a good price.

By 1986 the three of them had formed a team of XR1000’s racing out of Chris’s shop, Fast Lane Cycles. One of the bikes got hopped up and modified for serious drag racing. It ran 11 second ETs. They did well the next couple years. Chris’s bike was kept mostly stock and ran high 12 second ETs at just over 100 miles an hour. In 1991 he sold that XR. Chris also had one of those rare black and orange bikes. He sold that bike to Buzz Kanter of American Iron Magazine.

“In 1997 I was at the Super Sunday Motorcycle Festival in Danbury, and a guy had an XR-1000 in the bike show,” Chris said. “I was a judge and noticed the for sale sign and that the bike only had 2,200 miles. I asked the kid standing there if the bike was his. No. It belonged to a mechanic at the Ferrari dealership in Greenwich. He traded it for a Ducati and wants to sell it since he doesn’t know anything about Harleys. I snatched the sign off of it, tore it in half and threw in the gar-

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bage can. ‘What did you do that for?’ he asked. Because it is sold. I gave him my business card.”

Judging A Perfect XR-1000 The 100 point XR-1000 in the photos is the machine Chris has twice submitted for Antique Motorcycle Club of America formal judging at the Southern National Meet at Denton Farm Park. This year the meet will be October 14-16.

“That bike was on E-Bay for sale. In the ad, he said would consider trade for Sturgis model Low Rider or a modern XR1200 and some cash. At the time I had three of the modern XR-1200s. I sent him photos and said take your pick,” Chris said. “He picked the 2011 XR-1200 X I bought from Buzz.

That bike came from the Harley factory as a tricked out demo model.” “The seller’s wife had friends in Greensboro so they

came up from Florida and delivered the XR right to my place.

He had the owners manual and handlebar tag and spare parts.

This bike was the same year and color as the first one I bought.

So it was like looking back 35 years to my first new Harley. It had 5,412 miles when I got it.”

“I took it to Denton to see how it scored and what wasn’t original on it,” he said. “I got my Junior First Award there. It scored 97.25 points. That was really good and I was happy about that.” The deductions were for several rather minor things that could be fixed. Screw clamps on the original fuel lines will cost you points. The XR was supposed to have pinch clamps. The original throttle cable system was replaced with a Barnett split style. Originally it came with a single cable that turned a drum to pull the two cables to the carbs.

The Barnett cables work easier, but ain’t original.

Folks get dinged for exposed carburetor adjustment screws what were originally covered by plugs. The wrong valve stem caps are a deduction. A little bit of rust on some bolts and frame paint scratches standout in judging. The judges are the best experts on antique motorcycles, but even they can get some details wrong. They dinged Chris for no snap caps over the brake caliper bleeder screws. Well, that bike did not come with them.

This was the first time the XR had been in the judging barn.

It was the rescheduled Southern National Meet in October of 2020. The next meet was in May of 2021 and Chris was going for more points.

“I started to call all the XR-1000 guys I know in the northeast. I know some of the hoarders of these bikes and parts,” Chris said. “A guy who works at Nick’s Cycle Salvage in New Jersey has some XRs. A retired State Trooper Motorcycle Officer in New Jersey has eight of these things. Between the two of them I found the parts I needed. I found an original drum and upper and lower cables to make it the way it came from the factory.”

“I paid up pretty hefty on the parts. But I realized if I am that close to a 100 point bike, why not spend the extra money.”

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competitive person so I asked about the challenge of getting to 100 points. When the bike was judged the second time in May it scored 99 points.

“I was excited, not disappointed to see it was that close to 100 points. Yes, I’m competitive enough to find and purchase the parts to complete the project. To move into the Senior Class of judging and get to the Winners’ Circle. Which is my goal now,” he said. “The only deduction was one we had missed before. It had a chrome battery lid and they came with black from the factory.”

“Bills cycle in Pennsylvania is a big seller of NOS and OEM parts. He had a brand new battery lid in the bag with the correct parts number for an XR-1000. So now I have all the parts to make it factory original. I have to touch up some spots on the frame and swingarm to get the final details.

Should be 100 points now,” he said.

Chris preserves this cherry machine, but it’s still a motorcycle. He admits that once in a while it gets started for a short ride around town. Keep the oil clean and dry and let circulate.

Keep the seals lubed. He won’t be taking this machine to the race track.

“I wouldn’t want to take this bike to the track and drag it, because of the condition it is in. I see it only getting more valuable and is now a 100 point bike. I’m real happy to know that I was able to possess something from my past. How many people can say they have the exact kind of bike I bought brand new as my first Harley. I can cherish this bike for years.

And think of it as a retirement fund. Down the road I’ll never regret buying it,” Chris said.

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Riding High Harley-Davidson 2022 Model Year Open House

By Lincoln Infield

f ya haven’t noticed, the new

2022 model HarleyDavidson Motorcycles are HERE! It used to be that the Motor Company would announce the new models in September of the year prior, but part of the “New Normal” that is going around has moved the new model announcements to January. I gotta say, I don’t hate it. Kinda even makes sense! In celebration of the new color schemes and options, Riding High Harley-Davidson at 3036 NC Hwy 68, High Point, NC threw a Open House party on Feburary 12th.

They couldn’t have picked a better day, with beautiful 70 degree temps in February, to show case these new freedom machines. They knew they would have a crowd on hand so they made it a party and served up some delicious Brunswick Stew to the bikers who rode in and out all day. That way they could stuff their mouths while they were gawking at the new ‘22’s. Everyone that came in got a door prize and two lucky winners were awarded Riding High Harley-Davidson gift cards, just for showing up! Plenty of riders came in and took advantage of the day and took the brand new motorcycles on demo rides. It’s a dangerous thing to do, I have a hard time getting off those sweet rides once you take em for a spin!

Some folks felt the same way and made that demo ride into their ride! Congratulations to all who pulled the trigger and went home on the latest, greatest Harley-Davidson Motorcycles to be produced!

To top the day off, Riding High Harley-Davidson hosted a ride to Pilot Mountain after the open house hours. Thirty

riders hung around and took the led ride up to the Piedmonts most famous dome. Make sure you keep an eye on Riding High, they pop up these free Saturday rides from time to time and always have a good turnout.

Didn’t make it over to see the 2022’s yet? Not to worry.

The Monday after their open house Riding High Harley-Davidson received another shipment of 2022’s to replenish those that found new homes already! At the time of me writing this article, they still have the beautiful Reef Blue and Black Road Glide that is pictured above! They expect regular shipments and can make sure to get you some seat time on your dream bike too. Those who are looking forward to the release of the all new 2022 Harley-Davidson Low Rider ST, it looks like April is your release date there, but you can pre-order it at Riding High Harley-Davidson now!

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CROSS ver just sit around and looked at the cross?

What do you think the cross means? What does it mean to you? Christ went to the cross to pay for our sins. We need to know that Jesus went to the cross for all sinners, not just one. His word is given to us in the form of the Bible. All you have to do is accept Him into your heart to receive forgiveness of your sins. But we also need to “take up our cross” and follow Him and to trust in His word everyday.

Luke 9:23 And he said to them all, “If any man will come after me, let him deny himself, and take up his cross daily, and follow me.”

Matthew 10:38 “And he that taketh not his cross, and followeth after me, is not worthy of me.”

Some people think if you wear a cross necklace and go to church every time church doors are open you’re going to Heaven, you’re wrong. That’s not what gets you into Heaven, we have to have a personal relationship with Him. It’s not hard to talk to God, talk to Him just like you’re talking to anyone.

Just ask Him to come into your heart and forgive you of your sins.

Still not sure? Just read the Bikers Prayer.

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3rd Annual Ice Bash At Fort Bragg Harley-Davidson

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Bash rescheduled date took place on Saturday, January 29th. It was a great day for an Ice Bash because the temperature was pretty cool.

But the bikes, radios, sound systems, amps and speakers; they were all set on Hot and Ready! The sounds were pumping the entire tent. These bikes and their volume buttons were fixed on “Blast” for this Ice Bash!

Ice Bash is hosted by Fort Bragg Harley-Davidson and Sponsored by Blaze Performance, Ground Zero and SounDigital. They all worked hard to set up an amazing event with some awesome sound performance. They awarded trophies for each class. Six classes and divisions were set at Featherweight, Lightweight, Welterweight, Middleweight, Heavyweight and Extreme. The range classifications are an array

from Featherweight at six speakers and increase up to the classification, Extreme, where anything goes! The performance and sounds hit the highest peaks in each class.

Everyone steps up each year for these spectacular digital sounds at ICE BASH. Everyone was talking about what they expect to see, hear or bring to next year’s 4th Annual Ice Bash!

Keep those speakers roaring!

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Upcoming events include, Mardi Gras, First Grill of the Year and the St Patricks’ Day event being March 17th; you will be able to view and register to win your very own HarleyDavidson, 883. The lucky winner of the brand new HD will be announced on April 30, 2022.

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1973 FLH The First Bike Don Tilley Sold 50 Years Ago

Derek Tilley, Don Tilley’s Son Story and photos by Alan Dockery e all have that bike we wish we could have

back. For me it’s the 1980 FXE 74 inch I bought new. For Don Tilley one of those bikes was this 1973 FLH. This year Tilley Harley-Davidson, Statesville, NC, begins to celebrate 50 years as a Harley dealer. I plan a few stories about the cool old motorcycles and race bikes on display at the shop.

In 1972 many of us were riding our first motorcycles, but Don and Robinette Tilley were starting their life-long dream to own a Harley-Davidson Dealership. Tilley H-D started all those years ago West of town on Highway 70. Sometimes when riding over to the Statesville shop for a party, I see old

bikers stopped at the first shop for a break.

Over the years they expanded. By the late 1990’s the Tilleys opened a Salisbury shop. In 2003 they moved into a modern shop at the current Statesville location. By the end of 2006 the Salisbury shop had grown into a full dealership. That is now closed and the focus in on the Statesville store.

Tilley Harley-Davidson’s roots run real deep in our area.

Many of our friends and family members have bought motorcycles there. Don was famous in both motorcycle and car racing and some of the NASCAR drivers and crew members still buy their bikes at Tilleys.

Keep an eye on The Carolinas’ Full Throttle Magazine for stories this year leading up to the 50th Anniversary in the Fall. Tilley H-D is still owned and run by the family. Don’s children and grandkids still work at the shop. In the showroom and stashed in the back are some interesting machines. Both race bikes and classic cool Harleys. At events I sometimes tell y’all about the bikes on display. Well, I am running down the mechanics and riders and working on sharing those stories with y’all.

The first bike I’ll feature doesn’t have that much of a story. But it is the first bike Don Tilley sold as a Harley dealer. Real nice 1973 FLH in Sunburst Purple and White. With only 40,000 miles on the odometer. I would so ride this machine.

Joe Caldwell is a longtime mechanic at Tilley H-D. He is the caretaker for the antique and race bikes there. He told me about this machine.

“Donald Mason, a local guy, bought this bike new in October of 1972. It was the first bike Don sold,”

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Joe said. “Donald got where he couldn’t ride anymore and offered it to Don. Of course, Don scooped it up. I had to do a little work on it. Get it running. Had to do a little wiring. I had to rebuild the rear brake caliper since it was locked up.

Had to mill some parts. I rode that bike some, but not lately.

The bike is original paint, in a stock color, with some add-ons and accessories.”

Soon the 50th Anniversary will be the Summer theme at Tilley H-D. When you stop in for a new or used motorcycle, accessories or just a T-Shirt check out the cool old bikes on display. I want an R.K. Straman designed shirt with Don’s Race Bikes on it.

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Threats From Europe February 2, 2022 he last few months have seen troublesome news for

the motorcyclist community in Europe. Yesterday, the website motorious.com reported on a new threat to motorcyclists in Paris, France. Officials there are taking aim at motorcycles and using sound pollution as

the justification. According to the report, “Paris authorities have been experimenting with sound radars as a way to fight excessive noise pollution in the city. Such devices allow police to pinpoint which motorcycle is emitting more decibels than is allowed, then fine the rider.”

This news for Paris comes on the heels of a Politico report late last year, that the European Commission has plans to dramatically change emission requirements on vehicles. While motorcycles were not included in the initial blueprint, fears are high in Europe. A ban on internal combustion engines “Would be a disaster,” said Michael Lenzen of the German Motorcyclists’ Association.

Don’t forget that in 2020, the Federation of European Motorcyclists’ Associations (FEMA), issued a warning about end-of-life vehicle directives. Such a policy would require the collection and destruction of motorcycles that have come to the end of their life. At the time, Wim Taal, FEMA’s communications officer said, “Inclusion of motorcycles in the scope of the directive could also mean a serious threat to historical motorcycles. These bikes are especially dependent upon available and affordable original spare parts to keep them in working order. And who wants to see old-timers disappear into state approved demolishing facilities?”

The Motorcycle Riders Foundation (MRF) is committed to working with and supporting our partners in Europe. As MRF President Kirk “Hardtail” Willard has repeatedly warned, “Policy ideas that first appear in Europe have a history of popping up in the United States.” The MRF is dedicated to opposing policies that destroy the motorcycling lifestyle. Thank you for your continued support as we fight to maintain our rights and freedoms.

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The Carolinas’ Full Throttle Magazine staff screens hundreds of jokes each month. We make no claim to being politically correct. Most PC jokes just aren’t funny. If you are offended by any of the jokes on this page, take heart in the fact that we go to great lengths to offend everyone equally. This is not a hate crime!

At our house we call it “pickin” and it is symbolic of your acceptance in the group.

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When the store manager returned from lunch, he noticed his clerk’s hand was bandaged, but before he could ask about the bandage, the clerk said he had some very good news for him. “Guess what, sir?” the clerk said. “I finally sold that terrible, ugly suit we’ve had so long!”

“Do you mean that repulsive pinkand-blue double-breasted thing?” the manager asked. “That’s the one!” “That’s great!” the manager cried, “I thought we’d never get rid of that monstrosity!

That had to be the ugliest suit we’ve ever had! But tell me, why is your hand bandaged?” “Oh,” the clerk replied, “after I sold the guy that suit, his damn guide dog bit me.”

Warshowski’s Bar An Irishman, an Italian, and a Polish guy are in a bar. They are having a good time and all agree that the bar is a really nice place. Then the Irishman says, “Aye, this is a great bar, but where I come from, back in Dublin, there’s a better one. At MacDougal’s, you buy a drink, you buy another drink, and MacDougal himself will buy your third drink!”

The others agree that sounds like a great place. Then the Italian says, “Yeah, that’s a great bar, but where I come from, there’s a better one. Over in Brooklyn, there’s this place, Vinny’s. At Vinny’s, you buy a drink, Vinny buys you a drink.

You buy anudda drink, Vinny buys you anudda drink.” Everyone agrees that sounds like a great bar. Then the Polish guy says, “You think that’s great? In Chicago, where I come from, there’s this place called Warshowski’s. At Warshowski’s, they buy you your first drink, they buy you your second drink, they

Spokes & Jokes buy you your third drink, and then, they take you in the back room and get you laid!” “Wow!” say the other two, “That’s fantastic! Did that actually happen to you?” “Well, no,” replies the Polish guy, “but it happened to my sister!”

A down-on-his-luck ventriloquist got hired by a biker bar to do his act between the house band’s sets while the musicians were taking their breaks. He decided to tailor his act to his audience, and did a number of bits where bikers were the targets of the punch lines, always A man went to visit his 90 year old delivered by his dummy. After about 9 or grandfather and while eating the breakfast 10 of such jokes, a large, mean-looking of eggs and bacon prepared for him, he and obviously drunken biker stood up noticed a film-like substance on his plate. from his table, kicked his chair across the So he says, “Grandfather, are these plates room, and angrily strode to the stage. clean?” His grandfather replies, “Those “Mishter, he slurred, “I’m really tired of plates are as clean as cold water can get th’ way you treat bikersh like we’re some them, so go on and finish your meal”. kinda ignernt buffoons. Well, we ain’t.

That afternoon, while eating the hamburg- We’re regular folks, who work hard and ers his grandfather made for lunch, he play hard. And we’re jusht as schmart noticed many little black specks around as the next feller.” The ventriloquist, in the edge of his plate, so again he asked, fear of life and limb, opened his mouth “Grandfather, are you sure these plates to make a quick apology, “Sir, I...” “You are clean?” Without looking up from his schtay outta this, buddy!” the biker interburger, the grandfather says, “I told you rupted him. “I’m talkin’ to that lil’ dude those dishes are as clean as cold water what’s sittin’ on your lap.” can get them, now don’t ask me about it anymore.” Well, later that day, they were A Harley rider is dining in a fancy reson their way out to get dinner. As he was taurant and there is a gorgeous redhead leaving the house, grandfather’s dog who sitting at the next table. He has been was lying on the floor started to growl checking her out since he sat down, but and would not let him pass. “Grandfalacks the nerve to talk with her. Sudther, your dog won’t let me out.” Without denly she sneezes and her glass eye diverting his attention from the football comes flying out of its socket towards the game he was watching, his grandfather man. He reflexively reaches out, grabs it shouted, “Coldwater, get your butt out of out of the air, and hands it back. “Oh my, the way!”

I am so sorry,” the woman says as she pops her eye back in place. “Let me buy A little boy wanted $100 and prayed for your dinner to make it up to you.” They a week and nothing happened. Then he enjoy a wonderful dinner together, and decided to write GOD a letter requestafterwards the woman invites him to the ing the $100. When the postal authorities theater followed by drinks. After paying received the letter addressed to GOD for everything, she asks him if he would USA, they decided to send it to President like to come to her place for a nightcap...

Biden. The President was so impressed, and stay for breakfast the next morning. touched, and amused that he instructed The next morning, she cooks a gourmet his secretary to send the little boy a $5.00 meal with all the trimmings. The guy is bill. President Biden thought this would amazed! Everything had been incredible! appear to be a lot of money to a little “You know,” he said, “you are the perfect boy. The little boy was delighted with the woman. Are you this nice to every biker $5.00 and sat down to write a thank you you meet?” “No ,”she replies...”You just note to GOD, which read... happened to catch my eye.”

Dear GOD, Thank you very much for sending the money but, I noticed that for some reason you had to send it through Washington D.C. and, as usual, those jerks deducted $95.00.