Thunder Roads Magazine Tennessee September 2014 by Thunder Roads Tennessee

We are GRATEFUL and THANKFUL for all the ANGELS that lend us a wing, on a daily basis.

National Photojournalist Cooper Chilton

Ronny Mangrum aka “Rebel Ron”

SCOTT & DENISE HIGH &“Taz aka Thunder Dawg” Publishers/Owners – Thunder Roads Tennessee

LAYOUT & DESIGN Merry Hancock

Ron Baptiste aka Pastor Ron

Chaplain’s Corner

Layout & Design Graphic Design Artist

FROM THE CORNER OF VETERAN’S DRIVE AND PATRIOT’S WAY

Bob “Bulldog” Ousley

*Disclaimer: The Photographer’s original pictures from the August cover & centerfold were altered to suit the look of the magazine. Our apologies are extended - Ro Asagari / 770-365-4445 / roasgari@gmail.com

BECOME A THUNDER ROADS CONTRIBUTOR – Call Us With A Solid Lead, We’ll Close It Out And You Get 10% Immediately Upon Customer Payment. No Fuss, No Upkeep, We Handle It All! Big Supplemental Revenue $$$$ Potential! NATIONAL FOUNDERS Toni McCoy Shearon & Brian Shearon 1528 Matlock Drive Chapmansboro, TN 37035 Corporate Office: 615-792-0040 Fax: 615-792-7580 e-mail: thunderroads@charter.net

ON THE COVER Cover Bike: Bob “Bulldog” Ousley / Veteran’s Tribute Bike Model: Miss Pearle De Lux Photographer: Coryat Photography Hair & Makeup: Stacey Dhom @Hair & Makeup Artistry by Stacey

ThunderRoadsTennessee.com

September 2014

CALENDAR OF EVENTS LISTINGS Contact: Denise High, Events Calendar Administrator for TRM 615-389-1016 or, e-mail them to: events@thunderroadstennessee.com What’s on the site goes in the mag!

DISTRIBUTED IN TENNESSEE ONLY!

(We Have State Owners/Publishers, Not Regional Sales Areas)

Just How Many Mags From The Wannabe’s Actually Stay In Tennessee When They Sell To So Many Regional Areas?

ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. NO PART OF ITS CONTENT MAY BE REPRODUCED WITHOUT WRITTEN PERMISSION. PUBLISHER ASSUMES NO RESPONSIBILITY AND IS NOT TO BE HELD LIABLE FOR ERRORS BEYOND THE COST OF THE SPACE OCCUPIED BY THE ERROR, SLANDER OF ANY GROUP OR INDIVIDUAL, FAILURE TO PRODUCE ANY ISSUE AS SCHEDULED DUE TO REASONS BEYOND OUR CONTROL, ANY AND ALL SUITS FOR LIABLE, PLAGIARISM, COPYRIGHT INFRINGEMENT AND UNAUTHORIZED USE OF A PERSON’S NAME OR PHOTOGRAPH. OPINIONS AND CLAIMS MADE BY ADVERTISERS AND AUTHORS ARE THEIR OWN, AND DO NOT NECESSARILY REPRESENT THE POLICY OF THUNDER ROADS MAGAZINE OR THUNDER PUBLISHING. PUBLISHER DOES NOT PROMOTE THE ABUSE OF ALCOHOL OR OTHER DRUGS.

September 2014

How HOT is it? It’s so hot that the catfish are already fried when you catch them! We have had a pretty mild Summer up until this week, but now it’s so hot and humid, that as much as I love riding, it’s just too dang hot for me! Welcome to Tennessee where the forecast is ALWAYS subject to change! And speaking of change… Can I just say that this last month, as the new Owners/ Publishers of THUNDER ROADS TENNESSEE magazine, has been so stressful and crazy, but also fun and rewarding. There has been a lot of tears, but also a lot of laughs! We have attended some great events and bike nights where we met some awesome people, people that really love THUNDER ROADS TENNESSEE. We have also met a lot of our faithful ADVERTISERS and some of our new ADVERTISERS and we are still making the rounds to meet ALL of them. We would like to thank each and every one of you, whether you are a fan, supporter, or ADVERTISER, we sincerely appreciate ALL of you! We hope that everyone likes our first issue of THUNDER ROADS TENNESSEE, and all we can say is, a lot of work, time, lost sleep, and effort went in to this issue. We have learned a lot, but still have so much more to learn, and we PROMISE that it will only get better from here, just be a little patient, as this is all new to us! We want EVERY issue to be full of good articles, so if you have an article or a good idea, let us hear it! We need and are open to all suggestions that you may have. We want this to be a GOOD read, not just OK, but are striving for GREAT! Also, if you have an event that you would like for us to attend, please let us know and we will try and make it work with our schedules and be there, but PLEASE remember that support is a two-way street. Your advertising in THUNDER ROADS TN allows us to come cover your events and report back to the readers all about your event and we ARE ALWAYS glad to do this! Just a little info about us… Scott is a Career Firefighter/Engineer and he works really hard at his job and has for the last 26 years. I have had several jobs over the years, but what I enjoyed the most was bookkeeping, now I get to do that again with THUNDER ROADS TN, as office/bookkeeping skills are a part of owning the magazine. We have 2 grown children that we couldn’t be more proud of. Our daughter, Amber is married and lives in Canada with her husband, they are newlyweds and met in Scotland while attending the University of Edinburgh. Our son, Chad lives in Murfreesboro and is attending MTSU, finishing his degree in Computer Science. Our baby is our Yorkie, Taz aka “Thunder Dawg”! He is very excited about his new role as “Thunder Dawg” and all the other dogs on the block are now envious of him and he is getting a big head, LOL! More to come about us in October, as it will be our 28th Anniversary!! Readers, please support our ADVERTISERS and let them know that you saw their ad in THUNDER ROADS TENNESSEE magazine and please support us by going to our Facebook page and “LIKING” it. Advertisers, please be patient with us, we are anxious to meet all of you and cover some of your events, and we greatly appreciate all of your support! Ride Safe but Have FUN, Denise & Scott

ThunderRoadsTennessee.com

September 2014

ThunderRoadsTennessee.com

few Saturdays ago we rode up to Clarksville to see our friends at Appleton Harley-Davidson®, for their Hot Rods and Harleys event. As always, the staff at Appleton HD did a great job. There was a good turnout for the car and bike show on a warm afternoon with everything from rat rods, to resto rods, and restored muscle cars, to modern customs. The bikes and all classes of cars were judged, then the crowd voted on people’s choice and overall. They also had a drawing for a $5000 gift card for 75 people that had bought new motorcycles that month, it was won by Lt. Jacob Thomson. They had live music and good food, and they even played some games in the parking lot. Denise won a t-shirt, I don’t think they knew what they were getting into when they asked her to play, she’s a little competitive. Speaking of the Appleton gang, they entered a photo contest for the show Biker Battleground and won. Now that’s a cool picture.

ThunderRoadsTennessee.com

September 2014

ThunderRoadsTennessee.com

September 2014

ThunderRoadsTennessee.com

9th Annual Confederate Flag Benefit By: Rebel Ron On August 9 the tiny village of Peytonsville, just outside of Historic Franklin, Tenn. welcomed history buffs & party animals from all over Middle Tenn. & several other states for a benefit for the Tennessee State Museum. The event was hosted by the Roderick, Forrest War Horse camp 2072 of the Sons of Confederate Veterans from Springhill & was held at the Mangrum Family’s antebellum home that was built in 1832. This event is planned to be a little bit different than most outdoor events. We have live music from bluegrass to Southern rock with special guests along with stunt ladies.

The VooDoo Vixens wowed the crowd with their beauty & various performances with fire, hoola hoops, & more. The MC this year, Big Daddy Cool, also added to the show with colorful announcements, a tattoo competition, & very cool magic tricks. There was a silent auction with signed items from Big Smo of Unionville, Tenn. & the great Johnny Winters of Texas and so much more. There were various vendors such as Bettie’s Parkway Grill of Columbia, Mule Threaders Embroidery of Franklin, & more. The free caricature artist was a big hit as always. And if all that was not enough you could go shoot an authentic Confederate cannon too! It is literally a blast!

ThunderRoadsTennessee.com

September 2014

Despite the threat of rain the show went on, it never rained, & the crowd was down a bit but that did not stop us from having a great time. Don’t know why so many grown ups are afraid of a little afternoon rain anyway. It is not going to hurt you & cools off the hot summer days. Besides there is a reason why we print the event shirts on white tees. :) The show was fantastic, the people enjoyed themselves, & we raised almost $10,000 to conserve the 18th Tenn. Infantry›s huge silk battle flag. (This is the 5th flag we have saved in the Museum›s huge collection. There are dozen more that need help.) Let us know if you›d like to help & be sure to attend the 10th Annual event in August of 2015. Gonna be a good one! To help raise funds or to learn more about what we do look for “Confederate Flag Benefit/Ronnaroo” on FaceBook. This fun unique event would not be possible without the help of many friends such as Donna Smithson, Melissa Savage, Dawn Perry, Jenny Jewell, Ronnie Anderson, Chappy Burdick, Roger Leonard, John Minter, my favorite sister Doris Bruce, Baxter’s Tenn. Light Artillery, & many others. We’d like to thank our sponsors for their support of this worthy cause as well. Grumpy Bail Bonds, Handy Hardware, Pabst Blue Ribbon beer, S & G Custom Cycles, & the original Pucketts Grocery in Leipers Fork. September 2014

ThunderRoadsTennessee.com

9th Annual Confederate Flag Benefit

ThunderRoadsTennessee.com

September 2014

Chaplain’s Corner Pastor Ron Baptiste Founder of Covenant Confirmers Ministries Inc. www.covenantconfirmers.org Founder of Tennessee Biker Medical Clinic Inc. www.tennesseebikermedicalclinic.org TN.COC State Chaplain www.tenncoc.homestead.com Member of NCOM Christian Unity Council www.facebook.com/NCOM.Christian.Unity Pastor Ron’s messages can now be downloaded off the website Leadership Skills can now be downloaded off the website

“The D.N.A. TEST” We have all seen the reality shows that feature a D.N.A. test to prove “Who’s the daddy” or the crime shows on TV that determines guilt or innocence. But did you know that all Christians take a D.N.A. Test every day and sometimes they can get intense. So my question to all Christians is simply this; “Who’s your Daddy?” In John 13:34-35 “A New Commandment I give unto you, that you LOVE one another…by this shall all men know that you are my disciples.” This is “The D.N.A. Test” for all Christians; the problem is that the modern day Christian does not understand the difference between “Love and Lust.” Lust & Love are all most twins except for the fruit, we associate lust with sex but lust is really all about selfishness, having it your way, your personal feelings, what can you do for me, it’s all about self. Lust takes, love gives. Too many people wear the Christian Patch but in truth it’s all about themselves, what can God do for me, heal me, prosper me, deliver me, joy, peace, and save my soul from hell, yes it is true that God can do all these things but with most Christians it’s all about lust and not love, what can you do for God? If you take off that Christian Patch, will anyone know that you a Christian? Will you pass “The D.N.A. Test?” Eph. 3: 16-17 “…to be strengthen with might by His Spirit in the Inner man… to be rooted and grounded in LOVE.” We spend to much time & money on the “Outer man,” just think of all the money spent on making ourselves look good on the outside: makeup, designer clothes, plastic surgery, diets, and don’t forget all that exercise equipment stuffed in the closet, while we invest nothing on the “Inner man.” If you September 2014

start out “rooted & grounded in love” it will end up in love. Whatever your root starts out with “love or lust” is how the Fruit will end up. Even Jesus had to pass “The D.N.A. Test.” Right after He was baptized, the Heavens opened up, God spoke audibly, and the Holy Spirit descended on Him like a dove. Most ministers today would immediately go on a world tour, but in Mat. 4:1-11 “The Holy Spirit immediately led Jesus into the wilderness to be tempted of the devil.” The D.N.A. Test included The Provision Test, The Protection Test, and The Power Test. Would He “turn the stone into bread, would He cast Himself off the Temple to see if the Angels would catch him, would He fall down and worship the devil for all the kingdoms of the earth?” Jesus would not Provide for Himself, would not Protect Himself, and would not compromise His Power. He did it all for us, because He had real love for all mankind, “For God so loved the world, He gave His only begotten Son.” Until next time, keep your face in the wind and your kickstand up. To be found faithful, Pastor Ron

ThunderRoadsTennessee.com

K.I.S.S. page composed & edited by: Toni McCoy Shearon aka “MaMa Thunder” of Thunder Roads National Founders’ Office.

This Month’s K.I.S.S. is dedicated to the: BIKES, BLUES, & BBQ RALLY IN FAYETTEVILLE, ARKANSAS - SEPT. 24th - 27th Owner/Promoter: Joe Giles & Phenomenal Staff Since there IS a rally that’s all about the “Q”, these are just a few fave recipes of side-dishes you must have to accompany a great ‘Q”. Eat Up! CRISPY, CRUNCHY, CREAMY BACON COLESLAW * Prepare in a chilled ceramic or glass bowl. 1 Large Bag of Pre-Shredded Coleslaw 3/4 Jar of Cubed Dill Pickle (I use Dill for tartness, if you prefer Sweet Dill, then have at it) 1 Lb. of Hickory-Smoked Bacon; fried crisp, drained and rough chopped 1 Medium Purple Onion; small, precise chop In a Large Mason Jar, fill it with: 1 tsp. of Apple Cider Vinegar (more for more twang) 1 Cup of Real Mayo 1 Cup of Miracle Whip 1 Cup of Half & Half 1 Tbls. of Lime Juice 1 Tbls. of Lemon Pepper dry spice 1 Heaping Tbls. of Sugar 1 tsp. of Smoked Paprika Put top on Mason jar and shake it up baby! Shake until all mayo is fully incorporated and no lumps. Kinda’ frothy. Throw your Dill picles on top of shredded coleslaw, toss your hard chop bacon in, salt & pepper to taste, now pour your creamy mixture all over and around and with super clean hands; just get on in there and toss it around gently until everything is well mixed and well coated. Take a forkful and taste-test. Decide for yourself what else is needed. Maybe a little more sugar, maybe more cider vinegar. You’re your best critic, your call. Cover immediately and very tightly with Press N’ Seal. Note* I prepare this 1/2 hour prior to serving as your coleslaw mix is already cold, along with your chilled bowl and mayo. You want the mix to be fresh & crunchy, including the bacon to still have freshness and nothing to be mushy. I have made this the same way since I was 15 y.o. and always get raves on. It’s a guaranteed winner! Next month I’ll give you my Award Winning Tuna Salad recipe. I have literally perfected it since age 13 and baby, MaMa Thunder got that chit down. Next month.....Promise. K.I.S.S. Tip: Unless you’re a cook who prepares fresh dishes almost every day, it’s o.k. to use bottled juices or dry spices. No shame. When you use dry spices though, be sure and dump them in your palm and rub your palms together over the bowl or skillet. Kinda’ perks them up and brings back the original flayva. 14

BAKED BEANS & SPICY ITALIAN SAUSAGE

2 Large Cans of your favorite BUSH’s Baked Beans (I’ve lived all over this great U.S.A. and have never found a major grocery store without the Bush’s brand) (I like the Country-Style, but to each their own) 1 Pack of Spicy Italian Sausage (usually 6 to a pkg) 2 Small Cans of Green Chilies Pour your favorite brand of 2 cans of Bush’s Beans into a glass or ceramic baking dish. Add your 2 cans of Green Chilies and stir up good. Fry up your Italian Sausage links until they’re really golden brown and caramelized on all sides around. Move to a plate so that all the juices aren’t absorbed up in a paper towel. Let cool to the touch and then slice up in 1/4 inch pieces. Sprinkle all over your beans, add salt & pepper, garlic, smoked paprika and stir until completely incorporated. Bake at 350 degrees for 30 minutes. Serve hot! Super Taste!

MACCARONI & CHEESE & CHORIZO

(Spicy Hot Mexican Sausage) Get the Family Size box of Kraft Maccaroni & Cheese and follow the same recipe above as far as prep and baking goes.Delete chilies if want as Chorizo itself is hot & spicy. Make up your Mac n’ Cheese; be sure and add 2 heaping Tbls. of quality margarine in a big bowl & a dash of milk. Pour into glass baking dish with sliced Chorizo. Sprinkle Panko bread crumbs all over the top, press down, then spray w/ a canned butter spray all over. Bake as above until golden.

CINNAMON COUNTRY FRIED APPLES

2 Cans of Apple Pie Filling - Do Not Buy cans of sliced apples in canned fruit aisle. Get Pie Filling from Baking aisle. If you’re not a big apples fan, then get Peach Pie Filling. Fried Peaches and “Q” are good together also. Take a large, non-stick, quality skillet and add 2 big dollops of real butter to the skillet, on medium heat and let it melt down and get what’s called “brown butter”. Add your 2 cans of pie filling and sprinkle your cinnamon all over generously. Let them just sit for a bit and get a good caramelization on them. Then, take a fork and flip individually and stir around gently, sprinkle with cinnamon again, stir around gently as you don’t want the thick filling to get gummy or too sticky. Once they’re carmelized on the other side then just remove to a warmed platter from the oven if not going to serve them right away then keep platter in the oven, set on 250 degrees. These are so easy to make and taste like you took all day peeling and coring apples. Hey, it’s called K.I.S.S. for a reason. Why do all that fuss and muss when there’s plenty of ways to keep it simple but still come out with that fantastic taste of down home cooking. BIKERS, ENJOY BIKES, BLUES & BBQ RALLY! If camping out, whip up some sides. Blessings.

ThunderRoadsTennessee.com

September 2014

THUNDER ROADS® AMA PRO HARLEY-DAVIDSON® RIDER RYAN KERR FACES A SETBACK AS HE CONTINUES TO FOCUS ON HIS UPCOMING RACE With only three weeks until the AMA Pro Road Racing Event at New Jersey Motorsports Park, in Millville, New Jersey, on September 13 – 14, #28 Ryan Kerr continues to remain positive. Kerr was involved in an incident while bike testing on July 18th which resulted in the young rider breaking his foot. Two days following the incident, the Thunder Roads sponsored rider pushed through the pain and raced at the AMA Pro Road Racing event at Mid Ohio Sports Car course and accomplished a strong 6th place finish. Kerr explains, “I was not going to allow this setback to keep me off of the track but I must admit, the pain took over on lap 4 and I barely had the strength to continue to shift my Thunder Roads XR 1200 HarleyDavidson machine. I remained focused throughout the race and my never give up attitude allowed me to take the checkered flag in 6th place. I am taking the time that I need to recover and I am hopeful that I will be back on the track in New Jersey for the last racing event of the season.” Become a member of the Ryan Kerr Fan Club by checking out his website at www.Flyinryankerr.com. Also, take the time to like the Ryan Kerr Racing facebook fan page to get the latest information about Ryan and his racing career. FOR SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES, CONTACT MAMA COTTON AT 614-395-5338. Finally, Ryan Kerr and the Ryan Kerr Racing team would like interested fans to join the team! Become a member of the Ryan Kerr Fan Club by checking out his website at www.Flyinryankerr.com. Also, take the time to like the Ryan Kerr Racing facebook fan page to get the latest information about Ryan and his racing career.

September 2014

NAME:___________________________________________________ ADDRESS:_______________________________________________ CITY:____________________________________________________ STATE:___________________________ ZIP:____________________ Make checks payable to: Thunder Roads Tennesse, 3030 Quail Court, Greenbrier, TN 37073

ThunderRoadsTennessee.com

COLBOCH HARLEY-DAVIDSON®

50TH / 55TH ANNIVERSARY

written by: Sandy Giddis as told by Smokey Colboch Kenneth “Smokey” Colboch has had a passion for motorcycles and the proud owner of three Whizzer motorbikes, Dyna Cycle, Indian Chief and three Harley- Davidson’s by the time he was 16 years old. In 1955, Smokey and two friends, Jimmy Rines and Jimmy’s cousin; Ernest Rines decided to ride down to Daytona Bike Week. Smokey, at the age of 16, rode his 1950 HarleyDavidson FL74. Being a part of Daytona Bike Week and all of the excitement, Jimmy and Ernest decided to open up their own Harley-Davidson dealership. Rines Harley-Davidson was established in 1955. Although in a small building on Buffalo Trail, it consisted of only of Jimmy, Ernest and a mechanic they hired. Smokey was not an employee of Rines Harley-

Davidson, he would stop in for a chat now and then with his friends and helped out here and there. Later Jimmy decided to sell his half of the business to his cousin Ernest, making him full owner of the dealership in which he then relocated the dealership to East Main Street. The year now 1959, and Smokey and Ernest were once again on their way to Daytona Bike Week. Even though Daytona streets were covered with bikes, the economy was slow and times were hard in Morristown, Ernest told Smokey he would be giving up the dealership. Smokey asked Ernest if he would accept an offer for him to get the chance to turn the business around and make money. Smokey would first incur all debts to creditors and Harley-Davidson Motor Company. Once the debts were paid, Smokey would pay Ernest the amount

Courtesy Jody Mohowitsch, Publisher, Thunder Roads Michigan 16

ThunderRoadsTennessee.com

September 2014

Smokey on Buffalo bike

which he had invested into the dealership with interest. Smokey agreed he would pay himself $40.00 per week while operating the dealership. If Smokey wasnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t able to live up to his part of the deal, which was getting the dealership to make a profit, he would turn everything back over to Ernest. They made their VERBAL agreement and the deal was final. Smokey and Ernest informed Harley-Davidson Motor Company of their plans, but never made the deal formal with all of the paperwork. From then on, Rines Harley-Davidson became a one man operation with Smokey Colboch at the helm. Smokey did it all from selling bikes, servicing bikes, selling parts and cleaning up the shop located on East Main. After settling debts, Smokey began making payments to Ernest. There was not a specific amount due and when he made a payment, he would grab an old sales receipt and write amount paid on the back, and then he would toss it up on a shelf where the pile of papers would lay for the next 5 years. The business was finally running and Smokey was able to hire part time help during riding season. Smokey kept the business at the East Main Street location for the next 3 years, and then moved a little further up the road on East Main Street to a building that was four times bigger than the previous shop. He then spent three more years at this location; the year being 1964 Harley-Davidson District Manager came to town and told Smokey it was time to make the ownership official and legal. Rines Harley-Davidson then became Colboch Harley-Davidson. Smokey made his last payment in 1966 to Ernest and then moved the business to a building twice the size of the current building where he stayed for 25 years and continued to grow. Smokey decided to meet the demand of his business he would build a building twice the size of the building he was currently in and moved to the property on North Davy Crockett Parkway, and opened January 2, 1991. This is the location Colboch Harley-Davidson still remains today. Smokey has since remodeled and made the building larger to meet the increasing demand of his ever growing motorcycle business. Smokey remains the same with his passion and love of motorcycles that will never change.This story was told by Smokey Colboch himself and his new chapter continues on. September 2014

ThunderRoadsTennessee.com

Smokey & Tammy

Colboch 55th anniversary car

Judy and I joined the Hot Rod Conspiracy/Carpenter Racing Castrol Rocket Team for testing at the Bonneville Salt Flats on July 23th and 24th. This team will attempt to break the current AMA and FIM motorcycle land speed record of 376.156 mph, set in 2010 by Rocky Robinson and the Ack Attack. After bad weather and a small fire thwarted their efforts, in August 2013, the team is back to try again. Winds of over 3 mph prove dangerous to the runs and hampered testing. The second test run, without side (training) wheels, of 140 mph, was followed, the next day, by a run of 214 mph, utilizing only 30% of the twin turbo Rocket III engines’ power. The Rocket is expected to exceed 400 mph when dialed up, raising the bar for future attempts. The current Bonneville track is approximately 13 miles long and 80 feet wide. The Salt surface is extremely slick and is treacherously thin outside of the track. I can attest to the slippery surface by experience. On the track, we planned to reach 150-160mph in my car, but besides breaking loose both rear tires, with any strong acceleration, the 5 mph winds, combined with the surface, caused the car to skate at 110 and

I prudently backed off. The night before, an unwary family, in an SUV, traveled off the track, broke through the salt surface, and was helplessly stuck up to the frame. I don’t know the total removal cost, but was told that the phone call to the wrecker started the clock at $400! The salt is also sticky and cakes on everything. This is the surface on which Jason DiSalvo will attempt a 400mph run. This attempt will follow Triumph’s previous world record bikes: Devil’s Arrow, Texas Cee-gar, Dudek/Johnson, and Gyronaut X1, which, except for a 33 day period, held the World’s Speed Record, from 1955 to 1970. The 25’l X 2’w X 3’h Carbon Kevlar monocoque Rocket is powered by twin, methanol fueled, 1,485 cc Turbo Rocket III engines, built by Bob Carpenter, of Carpenter Racing, expected to produce a combined 1,200hp, at 9,000 rpm, and in excess of 500lb torque. Matt Markstaller, aerodynamic engineer, with Daimier Trucks, joined Dave Jeffers, of Hot Rod Conspiracy, in the design of the carbon fiber vehicle. Triumph is represented by Maurice Turgaeu (Triumph) and Paul Runion (Triumph/Latus Motor Racing). James

ThunderRoadsTennessee.com

September 2014

Whisler (MoTeC), Eddie Wallinski (Carpenter Racing), Ian and Greg Markstaller (Hot Rod Conspiracy), and Stacey Becker (BUB Motorcycle Speed Trials), round out the team. Talking with Jason DiSalvo, you could see the pure joy of being the pilot of the Rocket. When Judy asked if it wasn’t dangerous, DiSalvo replied “Yes” with a broad smile and a twinkle in his eyes. DiSalvo is no stranger to speed and danger. He is a Daytona 200 winner and international champion rider. Beginning his racing career at 4, he was National 125cc Dirt Track Champion at 13. Currently racing with Latus Motor Racing Triumph, he consistently exceeds 200mph. To him, 200mph seems fast on his race bike, but slow in the Rocket. He also operates the DiSalvo Speed Academy, which teaches safe, fast motorcycling at various venues, in the US. He is already an AMA and FIM class speed record holder on a Triumph Rocket III motorcycle. The Rocket was designed as a tight fit for the 5’3”, 137 pounder. Installing him in the Rocket is a lengthy process, requiring a leaf blower to keep him

September 2014

cool. DiSalvo has the ability to discuss each run, second by second, assisting the team in tweaking the machine. At the end of the run, DiSalvo deploys a high speed chute, then a low speed speed chute, to bring the beast to rest on two tiny side wheels, which look like pizza cutters on steroids. At speeds below 30mph, the centrifugal force of the massive wheels and tires isn’t strong enough to keep the Rocket upright, without the side wheels. The chutes must apply less than .36 g’s on the Rocket or it will break loose on the salt. For the same reason, the speed is eased up with 7 gears to keep traction. He noted that at lower speeds, wind makes the Rocket wobble, above 200mph, the bike turns. This team is open and welcoming to all. Tourists were invited to look over the machine and talk to the team members. Not like an unnamed auto team that had guards, with dogs, patrolling their area of the Flats to keep people, including the Rocket team, far away. Good Luck to the Rocket! Ride Safe and Have Fun!! Cooper

ThunderRoadsTennessee.com

3-D HEAD CUSTOM PAINT® KNOXVILLE, TN 865-621-9836 Ask for KENNY or TONY

BIG BEAR JOHNSON is on his deathbed and knows the end is near. His nurse, his wife, his daughter and 2 sons, are with him in the hospital room. He asks for 2 witnesses to be present and a camcorder be in place to record his last wishes, and when all is ready he begins to speak: My son, “Bernie, I want you to take the Mayfair houses.”” My daughter “Sybil, you take the apartments over in the east end.”” My son, “Jamie, I want you to take the offices over in the City Centre.”... “Sarah, my beloved wife, please take all the residential buildings on the banks of the river.” The nurse and witnesses are blown away as they did not realize his extensive holdings, and as Big Bear slips away, the nurse says, “Mrs. Smith, your husband must have been such a hard-working man to have accumulated all this property”. Sarah replies, “Property ? .....the A-hole had a paper route!” A man said to his wife one day, ‘I don’t know how you can be so stupid and beautiful all at the same time. ‘The wife responded, ‘Allow me to explain. God made me (beautiful) so you would be attracted to me; ( and then ) God in his infinite wisdom, made me (stupid as you put it) so I would be attracted to the likes of you! A couple rode their bike down a country road for several miles, not saying a word. An earlier discussion had led to an argument and neither of them wanted to concede their position. As they passed a barnyard of jackasses, goats, and pigs, the husband asked in a blatantly dry sarcastic manner, ‘Relatives of yours?” ‘Yep,’ the wife replied, without skipping a beat, ‘That would be my In-Laws”. I went fishing this morning, but after a short time I ran out of worms. Then I saw a Cottonmouth with a frog in his mouth. Frogs are good bass bait. Knowing the snake couldn’t bite me with the frog in his mouth, I grabbed him right behind the head, took the frog, and put it in my bait bucket. Now the dilemma was how to release the snake without getting bit. So, I grabbed my bottle of Jack Daniels and poured a little whiskey in its mouth. His eyes rolled back, and he went totally limp. I released him back into the lake, safe and sound and carried on with my fishing. A little later, I felt a thump on the side of the boat. There was that same damn snake with two frogs in his big mouth! 22

Things That Make You Go WTF? WHY? do drugstores make the sick walk all the way to the back of the store to get their prescriptions while healthy people can buy cigarettes at the front? WHY do people order double, bacon cheeseburgers, large fries, and a Diet Coke? WHY do banks leave mammoth vault doors wide open and then chain the pens to the counters? WHY do we always take a dump, then stand up and turn around and scope it out? WHY do we leave cars worth thousands of dollars in the driveway and put our useless junk in the garage? WHY do we buy hot dogs in packages of ten and buns in packages of eight? WHY do they have drive-up ATM machines with Braille lettering for the driver? WHY the sun lightens our hair, but darkens our skin? WHY can’t most women put on mascara with their mouth closed? WHY don’t you ever see the headline; ‘Psychic Wins Lottery’? WHY is ‘abbreviated’ such a long word? WHY is it that doctors call what they do ‘practice’? WHY is lemon juice made with artificial flavor, and dishwashing liquid made with real lemons? WHY is the man who invests all your money called a broker? WHY is the time of day with the slowest traffic called rush hour? WHY isn’t there mouse-flavored cat food? WHY didn’t Noah swat those damn, last two mosquitoes? WHY do they sterilize the needle and the arm for lethal injections? You know that indestructible black box that is used on airpla nes? WHY don’t they make the whole plane out of that stuff? WHY don’t sheep shrink when it rains? WHY are they called apartments when they are all stuck together? WHY if con is the opposite of pro, is Congress the opposite of progress? WHY if flying is supposedly so safe, do they call the airport “the Terminal”? WHY in a 3,000 sq. ft. home, if there’s one fly in the entire house, it’s buzzing around you throughout the entire day? WHY don’t men just comprehend if they simply say, “you’re right babe, no problem”....the quality of their life would literally improve by 99.9%? And the world would be a more tranquil place for us all.

ThunderRoadsTennessee.com

September 2014

TNT

September 2014

ThunderRoadsTennessee.com

CLUBS

Confederation of Motorcycle Clubs of the The Great State of Tennessee www.tenncoc.com Board Members State Chairman: Byrdman 1%er, AOA State VP Chairman: Tommy 1%er, AOA State Treasurer: Doc, 4 Way In No Way Out MC COC Chaplain: Pastor Ron Baptiste, Covenant Confirmers MC AIM/NCOM Attorney: James J. Ramsey (Pops) Keltics MC Tennessee Member Listing 2012-2013 4-Way In No Way Out MC American Steel MC A.R.M. Bikers For Christ M/M Black Pistons MC Boozefighters MC Bond Slaves MC Brothers of the Wheel MC Confederates MC Confederate Drifters MC Copperheads MC Covenant Confirmers MC Currahee MC Double Knuckle MC E.B.G.B. MC Fire and Iron MC Grim Reapers MC Highlanders MC His Laboring Few M/M In Country MC Iron Horsemen MC Iron Riders MC Keltics MC Leathernecks MC Leathernecks Confederation MC Mountain Rebels MC New Attitudes MC Nightriders MC Outlaws MC Peacemakers MC Soldiers for Jesus MC Sons of God MC Southern Sons MC Southern Souls MC Sons of Pennyrile MC Southern Journeymen MC Tri-Cities Motorcyclist MC True Sons MC Unforgotten MC US Military Vets MC Velvet Hammer MC Vendetta’s MC Vietnam Vets Legacy Vets MC Widowmakers MC Wind and Fire MC Zombies MC

ORGANIZATIONS BACA www.bacausa.com Volunteer State Chapter-Lebanon, TN (865-951-4224) E Volunteer State Chapter-Vonore, TN (615-715-5039) BIKERS WHO CARE www.bikerewhocane.org Bikers Who Care is a organization of motorcycle enthusiasts dedicated to supporting The Dream Factory of Clarksville, TN by sponsoring Camp Rainbow, a summer camp for seriously ill children BLUE KNIGHTS The BLUE KNIGHTS® is a non-profit fraternal organization consisting of active and retired law enforcement men & women who enjoy riding motorcycles. www.blueknightstnv. bizland.com CMT/ABATE CMT/ABATE, Inc. is not a •Biker Club”, but a nonprofit, political organization that was formed to preserve feedom and safety for all Tennesseans who enjoy motorcycling. Our major goals are to modify existing laws that are detrimental to motorcycle safety and enjoyment, and to enact new legislation in support of motorcyclists who ride in Tennessee. If you are concerned about preserving personal freedom and motorcycle safety, we urge you to join. Local charters play a major rote in making CMT/ABATE, Inc. an effective organization by contacting their area legislators to inform them of how the local membership feels about issues affecting motorcyclists. PO BOX 1991 MADISON, TN 37116 615-860-1991 Email: lnfo@cmtabate.com

MOTORCYCLE AWARENESS FOUNDATION OF TENNESSEE WWW.MAFT.US MAFT is a non-profit 501-C-3 tax-exempt organization. We believe that educating the public to have the proper respect for motorcyclists as well other highway users will reduce accidents and deaths on our highways. We hope to reduce motorcycle accidents caused by inattentive drivers resulting in avoidable right of way collisions. Our Campaign Save A Life program is teaching new drivers in our High Schools awareness and defensive techniques to avoid

these accidents. MAFT honors the survivors, the lost and the families of these accident victims at a Vigil each autumn. = Awareness, Respect and Education MAFTINFO@AOL.COM 615-799-8600 Motor Maids, Inc. A diverse group of women motorcyclists united through a passion for riding while fostering a positive image and promoting safe riding skills. www.motormaids.org PATRIOT GUARD RIDERS www.PatriotGuard.org If you have any questions, please feel free to contact PGR State Captain Annette (Dreamcatcher)  615-974-3046 ROLLING THUNDER TENNESSEE www.rollingthundertn1.com Rolling Thunder®, Inc.’s major function is to publicize the POW-MlA issue. To educate the public of the fact that many American prisoners of war were left behind after all past wars. To help correct the past and to protect the future veterans from being left behind should they become prisoners of war-missing in action. We are committed to helping American veterans from all wars! ROLLING THUNDER®, INC., CHAPTER 1 TN Pres. Jay Barnes, Murfreesboro 615-364-1029, www.rollingthundertn1.com ROLLING THUNDER®, INC., CHAPTER 2 TN Pres. Gerri Tramel , Soddy-Daisy 423-843-1061 www.rollingthundertn2.org ROLLING THUNDER®, INC., CHAPTER 3 TN Pres. Clay Tumlin, Knoxville 865-457-4507 rttn3@comcast.net ROLLING THUNDER®, INC., CHAPTER 4 TN Pres. Alan Sipe, Johnson City 423-329-3152, www.rollingthundertn4.com ROLLING THUNDER®, INC. Rolling Thunder Chapter 6 Pres. Mike Morel, Martin City 731-431-2411 www.rollingthundertn6.com SONS OF LIBERTY RIDERS Action Not Words - NOW! Riders organizing to support and defend this country. A political movement of riders. All riders welcome! In addition to welcoming members of any other organization or affiliation. Welcoming non-riders and supporters as well. sonsoflibertyriders.com T.H.R.C.A. The Tennessee Honda Riders Club www.mthrc.org Kerbela Motor Corps Donnie Anderson 865-806-2097 www.shrinershq.org TN VALLEY RIDERS Fayettevilte,TN Web page: tennesseevalleyriders.org Doesn’t matter what you ride or who you are everyone welcome. No dues, Fun Riding Group helping those in need. For more info triplef@cafes.net   GWRRA We are the world’s largest single-marque social organization for owners and riders of Honda Gold Wing & Valkyrie motorcycles and, some would say, the world’s largest family. Dedicated to our motto, Friends for Fun, Safety and Knowledge, GWRRA members enjoy the freedom of belonging to a not-for-profit, non-reigious and non-political organization. http://www.gwrra.org MID SOUTH RIDERS Meetings held the 2nd Sunday of the month @ Shady Rest Biker Bar,Timbte,TN www.midsouthriders.com ASSOCIATIONS VFW Post 5266 Morristown, TN Riders Association Open to all active duty, reservists, guards, and retired military members who are eligible to join the VFW. We meet at 11AM the 2nd Saturday of each month at the Morristown VFW Post 5266. We are a Veteran driven Association, that supports the surrounding areas Veterans. We also support locally “The Daily Bread and Food On Foot.” Contact Michael Jacobs, President VFW Riders Association @ 423-312-6220 or on FaceBook @ VFW Riders Morristown, TN Christian Motorcyclists Association Organized in 1975 for the purpose of reaching the motorcycle world with the gospel of Jesus Christ. The only requirement for becoming a member of CMA is that you be a Christian. For more info contact the TN State Coordinator, JW Allgood, 615-830-3183 or jwa400@comcast.net. TENNESSEE CHAPTERS Athens/Trinity Warriors #994 Kingsport/Rays of the Son #199 Chattanooga/Choo-Choo Wheels Knoxville/Inspiration Riders #64 of Worship #204 McMinnville/Holy Spirit Clarksville/Prayerborne Reigns #887 Eagles #467 Memphis/Wheels of Grace #710 Cleveland/Gatekeeper #615 Morristown/Lakeway Warriors #999 Columbia/Knights for Christ #448 Murfreesboro/Cornerstone Cookeville/Blood Bought Riders #940 Bikers #614 Mt. Juliet/Steel Witness #1205 Covington/Ransomed Riders #898 Nashville/Lions of Judah #405 Crossville/Cumberland Cruisers Paris/West TN Cruisers for Christ #802 for Christ #1002 Cumberland Gap/Clinton Pulaski/Redemption Riders #1100 Forming Chapter #2508 Springfield/ Bikers of Grace Dover/Iron Horse Revelators #1210 Forming Chapter #2738 Dyersburg/Dyersburg Tullahoma/Outriders for Christ #616 Disciples #978 Union City/Reelfoot Light Jackson/Steelhorse Prophets #709 Riders #897 Jonesborough/Fellowship of the Unashamed #1208

Revelators Motorcycle Ministries Bristol TN Meeting and ride 1st Sat each month @ Burger king on west state st @ 830 am more info frank@ 423-963-5850 chaplin john @423-323-8812 www.revelatorsmm.com   Road Riders for Jesus Ministries Road Riders For Jesus is an independent, Christian faith based, motorcycle ministry that began in 1999 near St. Louis, MO. We now have over 4,000 members worldwide. To find a local chapter, call Mike at 615-828-6446 or go to the national website at www.roadridersforjesus.org. Also check us out on Facebook! Confederate Sons Association Cookeville, Tennessee see our web site for more info www.ConfederateSonsAssociation.com or e-mail larrybarnes@ConfederateSonsAssociation.com Mercy Hands Street Ministries P.O. Box 1515 Dickson, TN 37056 931-670-2351 Hog Heaven Ministries Harley Riders for Jesus Vic Richardson 931-729-1091 hogheavennmislries@yahoo.com GOLD WING TOURING ASSN. CHAPTER HARPETH VALLEY RIDERS Contact Damy & Joyce Emter, Chapter Directors Phone: 615-244-1456 e: DannyEmter@msn.com American Legion Riders (Post 95, Eastridge,TN) Open to American Legion Members and Associates. We participate in parades, ceremonies, and promote motorcycle safety. We also provide a social atmosphere for Legion members who share the same interests. Join us for Fun, friendship and interesting motorcycle rides. ezriderintn@aol.com Black Sheep Black Sheep Harley-Davidsons for Christ is more than just a motorcycle club. It’s a motorcycle ministry of men and women that ride for Jesus: helping and serving H.O.G. members and chapters across the country. For more information contact Jeff Pierce 615.653.5065 or visit our web site: wwwblacksheephdfc.org Road Riders for Jesus Motorcycle Ministries Chattanooga, TN. Meeting and ride 3rd Sat each month @ City Cafe on corner Lee Hwy and Bonny Oaks @ 11:00 AM more info Johnny @ 423 605 5026 ,www.roadridersforjesus.org The Biker Church Covenant Confirmers Ministries Inc. www.covenantconfirmers.org Three Degrees Masonic Motorcycle Club Contact: Grang Chapter Secretary @ e-mail: ironmason@hotmail.com or Past President: Free Bird @ freebird3d@yahoo.com

#435 Beech River #273 Bristol #034 Chatanooga #058 Clarksville #410 Copperhill #323 Covington #285 Crossroads #320 Cumberland Gap #423 Eagle Bluff

Southern Cruisers www.southerncruisers.net #211 Golden Circle #250 Greenville #282 Highland Rim #000 Memphis #006 Middle #059 Montgomery Bell #077 Northeast #483 Northwest #153 Shiloh

Wheels Of Faith Ministry A nondenominational organization with the purpose and goal of spreading the gospel of Jesus Christ through word & work, and to provide a Christian atmosphere where we gather and ride our motorcycles. www.wheelsoffaith. com W.O.W. Women on Wheels Cool Lady Cruisers Chattanooga, TN joandcharlie@bellsouth.net HOG CHAPTERS The Dragon Chapter, Maryville 865-977-1669 Eastern TNChapter 865-457-7893 Ghost River Chapter Collierville, TN ghostriverhog.com

Mule Town Chapter 931--540-0099 www.muletownrider.com Nashville Music City Chapter 615-242-6067 Northwestern 731-885-1792

Golden Circle Jackson Chapter 731-627-2288 www.qchoq.com

Thunder Creek Chattanooga Chapter 423-892-4888

Middle Tennessee 615-771-7775

Tri City Chapter 423-283-0422

Murfreesboro Chapter 615-849-8025 615-242-6067

Tuckessee Clarksville Chapter (931)648-1607

The Dragon Chapter, Maryville 865-977-1669

Twin Lakes Morristown Chapter 423-586-5343

Memphis Chapter

Upper Cumberland Chapter 931-526-3139

webguru@memphishog.com THUNDER 28 THUNDERROADS ROADSMAGAZ MAGAZ THUNDER ROADS MAGAZ 2829

ThunderRoadsTennessee.com

#246 South Central #001 Tennessee Valley #130 Upper Cumberland #193 West Tennessee

September 2014

ThunderRoadsTennessee.com

KENTUCKY BIKE RALLY 2014

This year’s Rally was different than any year we’ve been in the past (15) years’, as the Rally fell on the 3rd weekend of July instead of the 2nd weekend, that it has in past years. That meant that I had to stay home, as it fell smack-dab in the middle of “crunch week” for laying out the August issue. And, our one son, Joey, who standardly covers “The Jungle” in the back for us, was finishing a construction project in Brentwood and was under a strict timeline. So, Brian covered it all by his lonesome, but still managed with HUGE assistance from Ed Spicuzza, who was our National Videographer, and is now the Official Rally Photographer/Videographer for Carlene & Bill Thomas, Owners/Promoters for Kentucky Bike Rally. Thank You, Ed, for pitching in and lending a hand and getting some great shots. Ed is going to be posting a phenomenal, full-length video of the entire Rally on You Tube, Kentucky Bike Rally’s website and many other biker related sites, including Thunder Roads T.V.’s website. Be sure and check it out wherever you choose to view it. Brian said this year’s Rally was actually one of the highest attendance, but also one of the best weather years’ due to really low humidity, so they ended up with perfect weather. The Rally Gods smiled down. All the bands were spot on but we’re partial to GENEVA, so, they

totally rocked the Rally! Go G.!!!

The Field Events in the Arena were tons of fun, as always and everybody laughed their asses off as they always do as there’s so many antics and just good ole’ fun. Plus the Arena is as cold as a meat locker so it’s a great place to hang out. The Bike Show was held in the Arena this year so there again, way better than when the other Owners had it and held it out on the hot-ass pavement for hours and everyone had to stand around and form their own puddle of sweat. Yay! Carlene, Bill & Jessica for getting it totally right! If you’ve never been to this HUGE attendance Rally in this little, clean as a whistle, sleepy hollows town, you just can’t call yourself a bonafide Biker until you dare to attend and enter………”The Jungle”. We’ll see you there with “Thunder Pete” Promo Rig as even though we won’t be doing the TN edition any longer, this is one Rally we will continue to attend, just for FUN, till we’re too old to climb out of the Rig. Be sure and check out the video footage that Ed Spicuzza from E.L.M.S. PRODUCTIONS shot. It’s a total hoot! and y’all will be busting a gut laughing and that’s one of our favorite things to do. We love ya’ bikers. Ride safe out there!

ThunderRoadsTennessee.com

September 2014

ThunderRoadsTennessee.com

September 2014

by Bob “Bulldog” Ousley Over the past ten months I’ve mentioned my bike build in a couple of articles. My ’03 Heritage Classic had 121,000 miles on it, no trade-in value and needed work so I decided to keep it, rebuild it and make it mine for the long haul. I started my research into what I wanted to do with it in early 2013. I can’t count the hours I spent on the internet, talking to mechanics, machine shops and researching parts. I am a Vietnam Veteran and very involved in work to find and identify America’s Prisoners of War and those still missing in Action. My bike needed to send the appropriate veteran message. To me, nothing sends that message like Asian Tiger Stripe camouflage. It was the pattern worn by Green Berets and many South Vietnamese units during the Vietnam War. I started the tear down in October of 2013. My goal was 100 horse power and 105 foot pounds of torque. I sent the lower case to Wisconsin for crank truing, Timken bearing, improved rods, removal of the Harley internal balancers and actual balancing of the flywheels. The heads went to California to be ported, polished and flowed with bigger valves and new springs. I went with an S&S 97 cubic inch kit, Andrews 37 gear drive cam, Fueling cam plate, lifters and oil pump. I put everything new in the primary and rebuilt the transmission. It got new EFI sensors but I retained the stock throttle body and added a bigger air cleaner. I replaced the shocks and struts with gas charged units. For the camouflage body parts I started looking at doing a wrap. Don’t go there! Harley’s scare the crap out of wrap installers. I ended up doing a hydro dip. The parts were sand blasted, primed and dunked through camouflage film floating on water. After they dried a thick coat of high quality clear was sprayed. When the parts dried I sanded and polished them to a high luster. Thanks to Dave at BAM Customs in Murfreesboro, Tennessee, for the fantastic camo job. I got the bike put back together around the first of May, 2014. This was my first rebuild and naturally I had my share of

September 2014

issues to learn about and overcome. I got a lot of advice from tech reps, Harley mechanics, machinists, U-Tube videos, DVDs and folks who have built bikes before. My thanks to one and all! I couldn’t have done it without you. My bike dyno’d at 98 HP and 104 foot pounds of torque at 1,500 miles. It’s stronger now that it is fully broken in. I’m approaching 7,000 miles on the rebuild and just got back from Sturgis. It ran like a scalded dog all the way there and back without a hitch. I want to thank the new team of Scott and Denise High who are the new Owner/Publishers of the Tennessee edition of Thunder Roads magazine for putting my veteran tribute on the September cover. This month I’ll be riding to Americus and Andersonville, Georgia, for “The Ride Home 2014.” This is America’s premier event to honor America’s former prisoners of war and the families of those still missing in action. I know the bike will be a hit. You can learn more about the event at www.theridehome.com . It is absolutely the best thing I do every year. It takes place over the weekend of POW/MIA Recognition Day from September 18 to the 20th. We’ll break bread and remember with prisoners of war from WWII, Korea, Vietnam, The Cold War, Desert Storm and the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan. These very special people endured unbelievable hardship, torture and starvation and came home silently to resume their life. They are all scarred by their ordeal but have learned how to live in spite of their trials. We can all learn much from them. They have turned pain into triumph and chosen to live when death would have been an easy choice. If you are thinking about rebuilding your bike and know something about tools – why not give it a try. Maybe you’ll end up learning as much as I did and have a bullet proof bike to ride in honor of America’s heroes. Keep the faith. Thank a vet for the freedoms we still enjoy and support politicians who will bring back the ones we’ve lost. Fly the flag of the people and be proud you’re an American. Hug the families of those still missing because their quest for closure has not ended. Live the good life and ride for those can’t. Bulldog * My monthly column reflects my personal point of view and does not necessarily reflect the opinions of the Publishers of this magazine, but they, like me, acknowledge the sacrifices made for the privilege of Freedom of Speech, therefore, they gratefully let me rant. Thank you for reading my rants. Hope my opinions don’t offend anyone, but, we all should be grateful for the right to have free opinions.

ThunderRoadsTennessee.com

DEALERS & SHOPS Appleton’s Harley-Davidson/Buell 2501 Hwy 41A Bypass Clarksville, TN 37043 931-648-1607 Bost Harley Davidson 4600 Delaware Ave Nashville, TN 37209 615-297-7500 or 866-374-2759 Boswell’s of Cookeville 1421 Interstate Dr Cookeville, TN 38501 931-526-3139 Boswell’s of Downtown Nashville 180 2nd Ave. N. Nashville, TN 37201 615-242-7078 Boswell’s of Nashville 401 Fesslers Ln Nashville, TN 37210 615-242-6067 Boswell’s of Rivergate 2200 Gallatin Pike N Madison, TN 37115 615-855-1001 Bumpus H-D / Buell of Murfreesboro 2250 NW Broad St Murfreesboro, TN 37129 615-849-8025 Bumpus H-D / Buell of Memphis 2160 Whitten Rd Memphis, TN 38133 901-372-1121 Bumpus H-D / Buell of Jackson 326 Carriage House Dr Jackson, TN 38305 731-422-5508 Bumpus Harley Davidson 325 S Byhalia Rd Collierville, TN 38017 901-376-1121 H.D. of Columbia 1616 Harley Davidson Blvd Columbia, TN 38401 931-540-0099 H-D of Cool Springs 7128 S. Springs Drive Franklin, TN 37067 866-667-8836 hdcoolsprings.com 30

Highway 12 Motorsports 5110 Ashland City Highway Nashville, TN 37218 (615) 891-7850 www.Hwy12Motorsports.com Across From Lewis Country Store Knoxville Harley-Davidson 605 Lovell Rd Knoxville, TN 37932 865-671-2454 Knoxville Harley-Davidson 5800 Clinton Highway Knoxville, TN 37912 865-689-2454 S&G Custom Cycles 1114 Galloway St Columbia, TN 38401 931-381-7282 www.sgcustomcyles.com Smoky Mountain Harley -Davidson 1820 Lamar Alexander Pkwy Maryville, TN 37801 865-977-1669 BARS&RESTAURANTS Almighty Smokin’ BBQ 3371 U.S. Hwy41-A South Clarksville, TN 37043 Bsteinsultz@Gmail.Com 931-358-3633 Bent Wrench Roadhouse 4724 Ashland City Road Fredonia, TN 37146 931-362-4774 www. thebentwrenchroadhouse.com Double E Bar/Grill 4957 Lebanon Pike Old Hickory, TN 37138 615-885-3400 Hooter’s Clarksville 750 N. Riverside Dr. Clarksville, TN 37040 931-920-8400 Hooters of Harding Place 217 Largo Drive Nashville 615--331-0842 Hooters of Rivergate 654 Wade Circle S. Goodlettsville 615-851-6499 JUJU’s 1078 N Broadway Portland, TN 37148 615-323-5871

The Shed 1820 Lamar Alexander Pkwy Maryville, TN 37801 865-977-1669 Silverado’s Rivergate & Lebanon 709A Rivergate Pkwy. Goodlettsville, TN 37072 615-851-4490 Bike Nite Wednesdays CAMPGROUNDS Cacklebery Campground “Home of the Big Cock” Owners: Ronnie & Jenny Williams 560 County Road (TR415) New Smyyrma Beach, FL 32168 386-428-5459 GROCERIES Lewis Country Store 5106 Old Hickory Blvd. Nashville, TN (615) 255-7755 Gas-Up, Unique Shop, Fresh Food MOTORCYCLE INS. C. Bo Brumit Ins. Agcy., 5608 Hwy 11 E. - Suite C3 Piney Flats, TN 37686 Toll Free: (866) 700-4218 Specializing in Biker Ins. Rates MINISTRIES Covenant Confirmers Ministries, Inc. Pastor Ron Baptiste A “Biker Church” for All Bikers & Their Families. (615) 384-9010 www.covenantconfirmers.org PAINT/PINSTRIPING 3D Head Custom Paint™ Knoxville, Tn 865-621-9836 Ask for: Kenny or Tony Our Graphics Will Blow Your Mind! Visual Edge Pinstriping by George 1050 Spain Hill Rd Lascassas, TN 37085 www.v-edge.com 615-273-2877 SERVICES Affordable Lights & Audio LED lights & stereo’s for all bikes. By appointment only. We come to you. Call Mechele @ 615-496-1493 for pricing.

ThunderRoadsTennessee.com

Charlie’s Shoe & Boot Repair 108 W Main St Lebanon, TN 37087 615-449-6065 Collin’s Interiors 3704 Nolensville Pike Nashville, TN 37211 615-977-2188 Pig and Pie Catering www.pigandpie.net 615-356-5652 We Specialize In Smokin’ Nashville’s Best Butts! Tennessee Biker Medical Clinic 300 10th Ave E Springfield, TN 37172 www.covenantconfirmers.org TRAILERS L&S Motorcycle Trailer Rentals Ask for Larry Cell: 615-308-1288 All size trailers for your needs! LEGAL AIM/NCOM Richard M. Lester 800-531-2424/ 1-800-on-a-bike www.onabike.com The Boyd Firm Motorcycle Attorneys 865.246.1800 www.theboydfirm.org “We’ll Sue The Bastards.” TRAVEL Mechele MacDaniel AAA Travel 1701 Mallory Ln, Ste 200, Brentwood Tn 37027 mmacdaniel@aaasouth.com 615-376-1601 ext 265 Call for all your travel needs. September 2014

September 2014

ThunderRoadsTennessee.com

STURGIS:

Rides, Friends, Music and Memories By: Your Riding Writer, “T” Collier Thunder Roads Magazine® Oklahoma As the sun sank behind the Spearfish Canyon wall, so did my heart knowing this was my last beautiful, scenic run of Sturgis 2014. I’ll never quite be able to describe the magic of Sturgis to anyone that hasn’t been there during the rally. The many facets that make it difficult to describe range from the gorgeous rides that twist and weave through the mountains and National monuments; to the music at the various camps, amphitheaters, bars and roadside stops; to the smiles on the faces of the riders; to the people watching; to the variations of quality motorcycles from unknown builders competing alongside world famous builders; to the people I meet from all over the world; to developing friendships that last a lifetime even though I only see them in August of every year; to the crisp clean air and ridiculous rain storms. And the list goes on and on. Sturgis 2014 was filled with everything it’s been in the past and more. It seemed that every venue and camp had new events and entertainment added. Many vendors commented that the crowd was a bit lighter than normal, contributing it to the fact that many people are waiting to go to the 75th Annual Rally in 2015. However, those of us in attendance, enjoyed everything that keeps bringing us back. My journey began Saturday morning as I met up in Oklahoma with a group of nine women riders from Women in the Wind MC, Twisted Sisters Chapter. To ride with this group of respected lady riders was a real honor. We broke the trip up into two days, but made our first Sturgis stop at Crazy Horse as we entered from the South. Our timing was spectacular as we got to see Lakota Indian dancers perform in the foreground of the Crazy Horse monument. The crowd was wide eyed as the narrator told us they were 5th and 6th generation grandsons to Sitting Bull. What a treat to see them perform. A lot of my time was spent at the Buffalo Chip this year where I enjoyed the Legends Ride, a fundraiser for Black Hills Special Olympics and the Sturgis Motorcycle Museum and Hall of Fame. Funds are raised through the rider’s entries and auction items which included an autographed guitar, a painting by David Uhl and a custom bike built by the students of Sturgis High School. This year, a total of $54,800 was raised. Riders included Bean’re, the Chip’s mayor of fun; The Ness Family including Cory, Zach and Max; The American Pickers; Gunne; Builder John Shope of Dirty Bird Customs; 32

ThunderRoadsTennessee.com

September 2014

Kristy Swanson; David Uhl; Jessi Combs and many more. The Biker Belles Ride, hosted by the Chip, was Tuesday in Deadwood with a host of wonderful women riders who, again, contributed to two charities, Helping with Horsepower and Sturgis Motorcycle Museum. A symposium featured six women riders who covered topics relating from seasoned riders to new riders and their experiences. Unfortunately, the pouring rain refused to stop and the group ride was cancelled for safety reasons. I helped a fellow lady rider, the talented Jessi Combs, famed fabricator and tv personality, by lending her my chaps to ride back from Deadwood to Sturgis in the pouring rain as she’d ridden in without saddlebags nor rain gear. Despite the rain, many of the ladies proceeded on to the auction and reception at the Buffalo Chip followed by a rocking concert by Alice Cooper and Motley Crue. Wednesday, I took advantage of the tremendous racing at the Sturgis Dragway. It’s hard to beat a good day at the track. This year, WMDRA filled the race schedule with numerous drivers from all over the United States. While the races at the Dragstrip lasted all day, there was more racing around town including a flat track AMA race and a TORC (The Off Road Championship) Race at the Buffalo Chip. I was fortunate to catch the ribbon cutting of the new TORC track at Buffalo Chip on Monday morning. These cars/trucks, sporting 500 to 800 hp, ran on a hillside track causing tight turns and high flying jumps for the racers. Owner, Rod Woodruff, stated that he was anxiously awaiting how the races would be accepted by their guests. He said that he’s not a racer so this track was a new experience for him. Wednesday evening, I enjoyed a Chip Concert with Florida Georgia Line and ZZ Top! Prior to the music, five builders pulled their custom baggers on stage and Dirty Bird Customs took home a win. What a great line up and a beautiful chilled night ride back to my cabin, just enough for a cozy hoodie. The Rat Hole Bike Show was up for grabs on Thursday again at the Buffalo Chip. I was thrilled to see the numbers of quality, great looking bikes rolling in to compete for the famous Rat Trophy featuring the Fat Bellied Rat’s Hole Rat. From the bike show, I took a quick ride down through Nemo and the National Forest area. I’d not been able to ride much since arriving, so I took a quick break circling back up to Rapid City to the Black Hills Harley-Davidson where a large alternate venue was hopping. There are several vendors who choose to set up at this venue which has become very popular for great prices, National Vendors and yummy food! My grazing was interrupted by a call that one of the builders I knew won the dresser/touring category at the Rat Hole show and he was able to do a photo shoot with me out by gorgeous Bear Butte and Bear Butte Lake. This was a perfect way to watch the sun go down in Sturgis at the Butte. Back into town, I met up with my riding buddies and we spent a night prowling Main Street. (Details are spared…what happens in Sturgis, stays!) Friday gave me a pouty face knowing it was my last day, but not for long as I pulled the trigger on a new set of HeliBar Handlebars. I’d been eyeing a change in handlebars for my Street Glide as the ride up with my short arms, caused a pain in my neck and shoulder blades. They brought my bars right back to my hands in a relaxed position that I’d only dreamed of in all my years of riding. New bars on, I made a quick trip out to say bye to all my friends I’d made at Full September 2014

Throttle Saloon, The Chip, through the breathtaking Spearfish Canyon and back to town as we all bought our souvenirs to return home. Back at our cabin, packing our belongings was interrupted by some hunky fellas from Iceland. Not fitting the profile, per say, I did some googling…in more ways than one…and found one of them was previously named the first billionaire in Iceland. Hmmm….lucky guy! He was riding this awesome Indian, customized by Roland Sands. It was beautiful and well crafted. While you may think this is the end of the story, it is not by any means. On Saturday morning, our new rowdy neighbors woke the group early. While the group I rode up with were

taking a two day journey home, I made a wacky decision to run it all in one day! Off I went….847 miles in 16 hours and 20 minutes. Alone. Me, my bike and the highway through four states! Bam! My Sturgis 2014 trip got a cherry on top by upping my one day, long distance ride mileage record. Next time, I’m gunning for that iron butt award! Photos and Article produced for exclusive use for Thunder Roads Magazine OK/AR and all approved states and National publication therein. Your Riding Writer, “T” Collier t@trmok.com; phone 405-6123844

ThunderRoadsTennessee.com

S K I N A R T

ThunderRoadsTennessee.com

September 2014

bikers who care

33rd Annual Leslie W. Watson Memorial Toy Run & and Benefit Party Sept 19-21, 2014 Clarksville, TN Speedway Party All Weekend Toy Run Saturday

Camping Live Music

Bikini Contests Tattoo Contests

Bike Show Drag Races

Friday Headliner - Confederate Railroad Saturday Headliners - Moccasin Creek Jeff Vaughn Band Nashville Artists - Kara Clark Tim McGeary Lots of Local Favorites Myth - Guitar Rick - Gypsy and More!

September 2014

Kara Clark

ThunderRoadsTennessee.com

Tim McGeary

Toy Run and party

www.BikersWhoCare.org

NEWS BYTES

NCOM BIKER NEWSBYTES Compiled & Edited by Bill Bish, National Coalition of Motorcyclists (NCOM)

CONGRESS EXTENDS HIGHWAY TRUST FUND Acting hours before the government was set to cut payments to states for highway and mass-transit projects, Congress engineered a $10.8 billion short-term funding patch to keep the Highway Trust Fund solvent through next May. Following several delays, the Senate approved a Housedrafted highway bill just ahead of a midnight August 1st deadline to keep federal money flowing even though the HTF has nearly exhausted its reserves because fuel taxes haven’t kept up with spending. The federal gas tax of 18.4 cents a gallon, which helps finance the trust fund, has remained unchanged since 1993, and drivers have increasingly turned to more fuel-efficient cars and higher-mileage motorcycles. But the issue is far from resolved, as lawmakers failed to reach a long-term solution to pay for federally funded transportation projects and gives President Barack Obama occasion to promote his ideal transportation measure; the “GROW AMERICA Act”; a $302 billion four-year surface transportation reauthorization proposal which happens to include a push for mandatory motorcycle helmet laws nationwide: “Title IV — Highway And Motor Vehicle Safety,” SEC. 4004: Amendment to Motorcyclist Safety Grant Criteria, the GROW AMERICA Act would amend Section 405(f) of title 23, United States Code by inserting the following: “SUPPORT ACTIVITY — The (Transportation) Secretary or the Secretary’s designee may engage in activities with States and State legislators to consider proposals related to motorcycle helmet use laws.” While the temporary fix will kick the debate into next year, after the November elections and the swearing in of a new Congress, don’t wait to contact your Senators and Representatives to let them know where you stand! SELF-DRIVING CARS JUST AROUND THE CORNER Cars that drive themselves are almost here. They’ll be for sale in 2020, if not earlier. “Prototypes have shown that the technology works,” according to The Kiplinger Letter, a business bulletin passed along to NCOM by A.I.M. Attorney Ralph C. Buss, “and major automakers are racing to commercialize it.” The shift to “autonomy” has already begun. Cameras, radar sensors and tiny computers let a growing number of new models park themselves, brake automatically, or take the wheel when drivers stray from their lanes. Think of it as cruise control that navigates, and never gets tired or distracted. Automakers are just getting started…advances likely in the next few years: brighter headlights that’ll double as sensors to gauge following distances and detect obstacles ahead; software with artificial intelligence to control the car and anticipate other drivers’ actions; new cameras capable of “seeing” lane dividers through snow or fog. 36

Though fatalities are on the decline, 30,000 people still die in accidents each year, mostly caused by human error. While not foolproof, safety advocates believe electronics and software can slash accident rates, and fewer accidents and less damage will lead to lower insurance premiums. Traffic experts also predict an economic boon, as autopilot software lifts productivity by allowing workers to do more while commuting, can keep older workers on the job longer, and lets more people work farther away by making long commutes less tedious as the car does most of the driving and coordinates with other self-driving cars to avoid traffic jams even in congested environments. Lest motorcyclists feel left out of the mix, Google recently requested permission in California to test riderless motorcycles on public roads. A prototype motorcycle that balances and steers without a rider has already been built by Google engineers. SPLITTING CONTROVERSY California is the only state in the nation that does not outlaw the practice of lane-splitting, in which motorcyclists use the space between lanes when traffic is slow or has stopped. Though not “legal,” neither is the practice illegal, and until now the California Department of Motor Vehicles and the California Highway Patrol were encouraging riders to do it safely and recently even published online guidelines for safe tactics to minimize the risk of accident. But now the CHP has come under fire from a state employee who charged the police agency had exceeded its authority by recommending lane splitting. The Office of Administrative Law agreed, and told the CHP to take down the guidelines, now removed since July 7th. Since the CHP’s decision to remove the guidelines, motorcycle safety experts and motorcycling organizations have stepped up to voice their concerns about the future of lane-splitting, which supporters contend decreases traffic and helps motorcyclists’ avoid overheating, and increases rider safety by reducing the number of accidents involving motorcycles hit from behind while stuck in traffic jams. AUSTRALIAN “BIKIES” SCORE TAXPAYER-FUNDED WAR CHEST Queensland ‘bikies’ will have nearly $180,000 in taxpayer money to fight the state’s tough criminal motorcycle gang laws after a landmark High Court decision ordering the South Australian government to pay the Mongols MC $178,000 in legal costs after losing a high-profile court battle four years ago to banish gangs from its borders. Bikie sources told the Gold Coast Bulletin that the money would be tipped straight into the bid to challenge the Vicious and Lawless Association Disestablishment laws pushed through by the Newman Gov’t. After covering legal bills, any remainder would go into a “fighting fund” to challenge similar laws being used in Queensland and NSW.

ThunderRoadsTennessee.com

September 2014

NEWS BYTES ENDORSED BY THE NATIONAL COALITION OF MOTORCYCLISTS $2

HIRE ATTORNEYS WHO RIDE

Law Offices of RICHARD M. LESTER

Not Just ONE Attorney The AIM Team to Help YOU

• • • • • • •

Ove

Rec 0 Mill ov io Our ered F n o Clie nts r

Founder, Aid to Injured Motorcyclists

Local Tennessee Offices to Serve You Free Legal Consultation No Recovery = No Fee We Make House Calls Attorneys in Every State and Province Who Ride No Fee on Motorcycle Damage Recovery Also Auto Accidents

24 Hours - Toll Free (800) 531-2424

(800) ON-A-BIKE

Visit us on the web at www.ONABIKE.com

InAIM-2622-F-Ad 2010, SA’sforso-called “bikie gangs” -- including the Finks, Tennessee.indd 1 who later became the Mongols -- formed a united front to challenge the state’s anti-association laws in the High Court. The High Court ruled the laws obliged the state’s courts to impose control orders on bikies at the request of the Attorney-General and police, without any evidence. It dubbed the legislation “constitutionally repugnant” and said it undermined the independence of judges and forced them to find guilt “based on assumptions.” STURGIS HALL OF FAME CLASS OF 2014 The Sturgis Motorcycle Hall of Fame is designed to recognize individuals or groups who have made a long term positive impact on the motorcycle community, and The Freedom Fighters Hall of Fame recognizes the commitment and sacrifices individuals across the nation, and world, have made to protect the rights of motorcyclists. For 2014, Deb “Tiger” Chandler was recently inducted into the Freedom Fighters HoF in ceremonies held August 6th at The Lodge in Deadwood during Sturgis Bike Week: “In partnership with the Colorado Confederation of Clubs (CCOC), she assumed the role of Colorado Commander of the Coalition of Independent Riders – a registration of independent riders. Tiger has worked tirelessly through the state legislature to address issues of importance to motorcyclists in Colorado including funding for beginning rider training and alcohol interlocking devices for motorcycles. She has also been instrumental in implementing a Biker Day at the Capital in Colorado as a means of opening dialog between bikers and legislators.” In addition, six others were named to the Sturgis Motorcycle Hall of Fame: Clyde Fessler of Harley-Davidson, Jesse Jurrens of Legend Suspensions, daredevil Jay “Lightnin’” Bentley, bike-builder Keith Terry of Baggster LLC, drag racer Bonnie Truett of Truett and Osborn, and custom builder Paul Yaffe of Bagger Nation. WEIRD NEWS: TEEN FAKES ROBBERY TO BUY MOTORCYCLE The desire to own a motorcycle drove a minor to stage an armed robbery and even inflict wounds on himself to make September 2014

it look convincing. The Pune Cantonment police in 5:06 India 11/1/11 PM detained a 17-year-old boy for stealing Rs 1.27 lakh from his employer and later staging an armed robbery. Investigations revealed that the minor staged the robbery as he wanted to buy a motorcycle. A police inspector said the boy was working in Sankla’s travel agency. “On Saturday morning, Sankla gave the boy Rs 1.27 lakh and told him to deposit the money in the bank. However, the boy returned after some time with torn clothes and cuts on his wrists. He told (owner) Sankla that some unidentified persons stopped him while he was on his way to the bank, attacked him and snatched the cash from him before fleeing.” The proprietor rushed to the police station with the boy, where the inspector later noted: “I became suspicious as the cuts on the boy’s wrists looked self-inflicted. Moreover, he was unable to give proper description of the robbers. We then detained the boy and during sustained interrogation, he admitted that he had staged the robbery because the boy said he wanted to buy a motorcycle and, therefore, hatched the plot.” THE TALIBAN ENDORSES HONDA Taliban-published Azan magazine is quick to condemn America, but loves the Honda CG125. They say there’s no such thing as bad publicity, but Honda can’t be too pleased with the rave review it received from “Azan,” a quarterly magazine published by the Taliban. An English-language publication, “Azan” is radical propaganda intended to recruit disillusioned Muslims. The cover story for its third issue dealt with how to leave your life behind to join in the Jihad against the West, but buried in the pages of the issue was a full page spread titled “Steeds of War” that highlights the virtues of Honda’s CG125 as a vehicle of choice for the Mujahideen. “All Praise is due to Allah Who has made the Crusaders flee with a humilating defeat at the hands of the Mujahideen who have so little resources compared to them. We, the Mujahidin, have won the war with HONDA 125s valued at around $700,” the magazine boasts.

ThunderRoadsTennessee.com

GOT EVENTS ? Submit your events to: events@thunderroadstennessee.com Bumpus Harley-Davidson of Collierville Ride to Trophy Room Bike Night Date: 09/02/2014 - 09/02/2014 Time: 6:30 PM Location: Bumpus Harley-Davidson of Collierville Join the Bumpus Crew for a ride to Trophy Room Bike Night! We are leaving Bumpus Harley-Davidson of Collierville with KSU at 6:30PM. Bike Night at The Delta Fair at the Agricenter Date: 09/03/2014 - 09/03/2014 Time: 6:00 PM - 10:00 PM Location: The Delta Fair at the Agricenter Bike Night at The Delta Fair at the Agricenter. Stop by the Bumpus Harley-Davidson Bike Night & VIP Area for Music & Stunt Shows sponsored by Bumpus HarleyDavidson. $10 admission to the fair gets you VIP parking and 1 free 12oz beer. Music by Will Tucker at 7PM and stunt show by 2 wheel revolution at 7:30PM. Harley Davidson of Cool Springs Rally in the Alley Date: 09/04/2014 - 09/04/2014 Time: 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM Location: Losers Most Wanted Bar & Grill - Cool Springs Bikes - Live music from Phoenix Rising – Food & Drink Specials Harley Davidson of Cool Springs Open House Date: 09/06/2014 - 09/06/2014 Time: 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM Location: Harley Davidson of Cool Springs Demo Days – SEE & TEST RIDE THE NEW 2015 BIKES Live Music from Phoenix Rising – Giveaways – Free Food Bumpus Harley-Davidson of Collierville Model Year 2015 Showcase Date: 09/06/2014 - 09/06/2014 Time: 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM Location: Bumpus Harley-Davidson of Collierville MY 2015 Showcase of the MY 2015 models, food, beverages while supplies last.

Pig Cook and Hog Run for JDRF Date: 09/06/2014 Time: 10:00 AM Location: 501 East Main in Halls, TN Sponsored by JST LLC, Lauderdale County Bank, General Truck, and Parman Energy The poker run starts at 501 East Main in Halls. The event begins at 10:00 am. The fee is $20.00 for the rider and $10.00 for a passenger. The best hand will be awarded $100.00 and $50.00 for the worst . The 70 mile ride ends with cook-off, games for the kids, vendors, and live music. The ride benefits JDRF and Carl Perkins Center. For more information call (731) 432-9138 VNV/LV TN Veterans Benefit Poker Run Date: 09/06/2014 Time: 11:00 AM Location: VFW 37 Lafayette St. Cadiz KY Sing in 11:00am until noon. Last bike in by 4:00. $10 per hand or $15 with passenger, Auction, Free food while it lasts, Beverages available, all vehicles welcome. Pay out 1st and 2nd hand, 50/50. Rain or shine For more info contact Jarhead Jr. 207-703-8564 All monies received benefit veterans in nursing homes Not responsible for accidents or mishaps Inaugural Jean Morrow Memorial Poker Run Date: 09/07/2014 - 09/07/2014 Time: 11:00 AM Location: Bumpus Harley-Davidson of Memphis 2160 Whitten Rd. Memphis Inaugural Jean Morrow Memorial Poker Run. Each $25 donation includes a purple commemorative t-shirt & tally sheet for chance to win prizes. Stops to include Bumpus Harley-Davidson of Memphis, Collierville, Jackson and the Butcher Shop. T-shirts and tally sheets will be on sale from all 3 stores the week of. It is a self guided poker run with last bike in at the Butcher shop

YOUR THUNDER ROADS AD COULD GO HERE FOR ONLY $65 A MONTH! 38

continued...

ThunderRoadsTennessee.com

September 2014

by 4:30PM for the final party and silent auction.

Bumpus Harley-Davidson of Collierville Ride To Beale Street Bike Night! Date: 09/10/2014 - 09/10/2014 Time: 6:30 PM Location: Bumpus Harley-Davidson of Collierville Join the Bumpus Crew for a ride to Ride To Beale Street Bike Night! We are leaving Bumpus Harley-Davidson of Collierville with KSU at 6:30PM. Project Livewire Tour Stop at Bumpus Harley-Davidson of Memphis! Date: 09/11/2014 - 09/13/2014 Time: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Location: Bumpus Harley-Davidson of Memphis! Thursday, Friday & Saturday September 11, 12, 13th: Project Livewire Tour Stop at Bumpus Harley-Davidson of Memphis! Rider or not, you are invited to experience a pivotal moment for the Motor Company. Just like this country, HarleyDavidson has reinvented itself at many turns in our 111-year history – this is another moment in our journey. Join us to celebrate the exciting launch of Harley-Davidson’s first electric motorcycle - Project LiveWire™. Event runs 9AM-5PM. You must pre-register for a chance to ride online. https://project. harley-davidson.com/en_US/events/1336 Food, Beverages, Vendors, Music, Chance to Ride Contest! MY 2015 Showcase of the MY 2015 models! Bumpus Harley-Davidson of Collierville ride to Side Car Café Bike Night Date: 09/17/2014 - 09/17/2014 Time: 6:30 PM Location: Bumpus Harley-Davidson of Collierville Join the Bumpus Crew for a ride to Side Car Café Bike Night. We are leaving Bumpus Harley-Davidson of Collierville with KSU at 6:30PM. Harley Davidson of Cool Springs Bike Night Date: 09/18/2014 - 09/18/2014 Time: 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM Location: Twin Peaks Cool Springs, 1634 Galleria Blvd. Brentwood, TN Bikes – Girls - Giveaways Smith Wilson Stones River C.M.T. Abate Finals Field Events Date: 09/19/2014 - 09/21/2014 Time: 6:00 PM Location: The Roost, 5859 Hartsville Pike in Lebanon, TN Smith Wilson Stones River C.M.T. Abate Finals Field Events Sponsored by Smith Wilson Stones River C.M.T. Abate Charter The finals for the field events will be held at The Roost, 5859 Hartsville Pike in Lebanon. The gates open at 6:00 pmon October the 19th. Admission is $10.00 per person or $15.00 per couple, Kids 13-17 are half price at $5.00, and Kids 12 and under get in free. This is the last points event of the year. Winners will receive Medallions. Camping is available. Winners of the state wide poker run will be announced at this event. For more information call (615) 310-3436

Harley Davidson of Cool Springs Rich is Riding Date: 09/21/2014 - 09/21/2014 Time: 5:30 PM Location: Harley Davidson of Cool Spring Dinner ride – Leaving the Dealership @ 5:30pm Location TBA – see our website. Bumpus Harley-Davidson of Collierville Ride To Beale Street Bike Night! Date: 09/24/2014 Time: 6:30 PM Location: Bumpus Harley-Davidson of Collierville Join the Bumpus Crew from for a ride to Ride To Beale Street Bike Night! We are leaving Bumpus HarleyDavidson of Collierville with KSU at 6:30 PM. VNV/LV MC Chapter R 6th Annual FISH FRY and Poker Run Date: 09/27/2014 Time: 10:00 AM Location: Hot Rods and Cadillacs I-40 exit 143 less than 1 mile south POKER RUN Registration at 1000 First/last out 1100/1200 Last bike back at 1600 $15/$20 donation one hand/two hands. FISH FRY Serving during and after $8 donation/plate Tattoos / Vendors Silent Auction Proceeds go to benefit local nursing home veterans. Jera’s Ride Date: 10/25/2014 Time: 10:30 AM Location: Highway 12 Motorsports Benefit ride for Jera Jera is a full time working girl and a wife, she has beaten cancer 4 times, and has more surgeries ahead but her medical bills are piling up and her friends want to help. Come out and ride with friends and help a great girl with her medical bills. $20 donation, plus $5 for backseat rider Registration starts at 10:30am, kickstands up at 12:00. For more info call Jerry;615-414-7062

To Get Your Event Listed On This Page, If You Are Not An Advertiser In Thunder Roads Tennessee Magazine, Submit Your Event For Only $25 to events@thunderroadstennessee.com

Bumpus Harley-Davidson & The Collierville Police Department presents the Classic Car & Bike Show Date: 09/20/2014 - 09/20/2014 Time: 7:30 AM - 12:00 PM Location: Central Church, 2005 Winchester Road September 20th: (Central Church Collierville) Bumpus Harley-Davidson & The Collierville Police Department presents the Classic Car & Bike Show at Central Church, 2005 Winchester Road. Registration @ 7:30AM-Noon. Entry Fee $25. September 2014

ThunderRoadsTennessee.com

September 2014

ThunderRoadsTennessee.com