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s we start the New Year, we inevitably start thinking about how things could be done better and start setting goals for ourselves. You might call them “New Year’s Resolutions” – but this is our February magazine, so I’ll just call them goals. When I’m interviewing people for a job with the magazine or as part of an article for the magazine or online – I usually always include at least one or two questions about what goals the person might have. It never ceases to amaze me how many people blankly stare back or laugh that they haven’t really set any. If you have no goals in mind – how do you know what direction to head? As a biker, I can certainly understand the idea of starting a journey without a set destination in mind. However, I always have GOALS in mind when I set out on a ride. It might be that I’m looking to simply get some wind and relax, or maybe I’m looking for something a bit more rowdy. My goal might be to discover someplace new or catch up with some brothers. My goal is always to make it back home to my family and friends, hopefully in one piece! I go through the same process with this magazine and our business in general. For 2016, we are going to be really focusing on some new areas – Motocross and Dual Sport / Adventure Riding. We are going to be doing more racing events and sharing them with our readers. We remain committed to our core features and I’m certainly not trading in my Road Glide anytime soon. However, I don’t think Cole (my 3 year old son) is going to be riding a Harley anytime soon. I see us doing more trail riding than interstate in the future, so I’d like to bring you all along as we dive into the trails. I also believe that many of you are missing out when it comes to the competitive side of our motorcycle community. FAR too many of you have never been to a dirt track race or witnessed the nitrous fueled adrenaline rush of a hillclimb bike’s charge up a hill you’d be challenged to walk or even climb up. So we will continue to include more of the racing events to both help support them and give everyone a taste of the excitement. We are going to be undertaking a few new event partnerships, including at least one new rally and partnering with one of the most well established in Ohio – Wetzelland! We are also going to be pulling back from one or two projects that we aren’t sure we’d necessarily recommend any longer. As we’ve always said – it’s not just about selling ads. We recommend and endorse everything in this magazine. If we can no longer stand behind a stop or event, we aren’t going to put it in the magazine. That doesn’t mean we are going to be doing less events – the exact opposite really, as we’ve added another TRO Event Trailer and plan on hitting far more bike nights and local shows. We also plan on adding A LOT MORE Thunder Run Stops – both as Ride and Event Stops, so be sure to keep your Ride Card handy! Bottom line, our goal is to continue to grow and develop the magazine and maintain our position as OHIO’S MOTORCYCLE MAGAZINE. That means a quality publication and organization that actually has standards and objectives in mind. One that we are proud to print and place directly into the hands of motorcycle enthusiasts all across Ohio. If you have ideas on how we can do this more effectively, please don’t hesitate to let me know what you think. You can always reach me at ThunderRoadsOhio@gmail.com Thank you for your continued support and best wishes for the upcoming year!

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ROAD TALES

AMA REPORT: Defending Motorcyclists’ Rights ABATE OF OHIO

OPERATION GUIDED VALOR: Volunteering / Donating to VA

CMA REPORT

UNITING RIDERS: OHIO 46 VALLEY LADY RIDERS

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TRO NETWORK: Where to get the mags!

SERVICE SPECIALISTS

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UPCOMING MOTORCYCLE EVENTS

RECIPES

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FUNNY STUFF

SPONSOR INDEX

COLUMBUS EASYRIDERS SHOW PREVIEW

ADVENTURE BIKE FEATURE: BUYING A USED DUAL SPORT

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Harley-Davidson extends free rider training to first responders Expanding upon Veteran Program MILWAUKEE, Wis. - Harley-Davidson is expanding its free Riding Academy motorcycle training offer to all U.S. first responders, including law enforcement officers, firefighters and EMS professionals from Jan. 1 to Dec. 31, 2016. The announcement comes on the heels of the year-long extension of "Operation Personal Freedom: Ride Free," free Riding Academy motorcycle training to all current and former U.S. military, and the company’s promise to investors to “grow the sport of motorcycling.” "Since 1908, when the first police department ordered its first Harley-Davidson motorcycle, we have supported first responders," said Bill Davidson, great-grandson of one of the company's founders and vice president of the Harley-Davidson Museum. "Today, we're providing first responders the opportunity to personally experience the open road – the freedom, the escape, the smells, the sounds – that can only be enjoyed from behind the handlebars of a Harley-Davidson motorcycle."

To unveil the First Responders Ride Free offer, Harley-Davidson employees across the country volunteered at firehouses and police stations in Albuquerque, N.M., Kansas City, Mo., Milwaukee, Wis., San Diego, Calif., Wichita, Kan., and York, Pa. At the events, employees washed police motorcycles and fire trucks and served lunch to first responders.

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"Law enforcement officers, firefighters and EMS professionals selflessly put their lives on the line every day for us," said Davidson, pictured. "This is one small way we can say thank you." First responders can learn more about the offer by visiting a Harley-Davidson dealer or going to http://www.h-d.com/AmericanHeroes. If a Riding Academy is not available in a particular area, Harley-Davidson will offer a Harley-Davidson gift card for the amount of the enrollment fee for a qualified third-party motorcycle riding course.

Once again, the International Master Bike Builders Association and Thunder Roads Ohio have teamed up to add some extra power to the I-X Piston Powered Auto-Rama, being held at the Cleveland I-X Center March 18-20, 2016. The alliance will once again bring the IMBBA and their judges to the I-X Piston Powered Auto-Rama to judge all the motorcycles in 12 classes along with the Duck Award, Best in Show and Pro Builders class of bikes. Thunder Roads Ohio Magazine will host the Thunder Zone at the show and will collect ballots from show-goers for the “People’s Choice” award. The IMBBA and TRO has invited Bike Builders from throughout the country to attend the show as part of a NATIONAL IMBBA CHAMPIONSHIP to be awarded. Recognition and awards will be given to both Pro Builders and enthusiasts in an effort to select the best of the best. The highest scoring custom build will receive a magnificent Championship Ring designed and sponsored by Vivid Jewelers, Bay Village Ohio. There is still time to enter your custom bike for the show and a limited number of builder spots are also available. For more information on how you can participate, email ThunderRoadsOhio@gmail.com.

TRO WINTER SCAVENGER HUNT We had a great response to last month’s Scavenger Hunt, so we thought we’d carry it over another month! It’s a special, indoor THUNDER RUN through the pages of our very own magazine. Hidden someplace within the depth of these pages is a special TRO PRIZE LOGO – see the sample here. It’s a version of our “wheel logo” with a treasure chest on it. It was inspired by Cole’s favorite tv show – Jake and the Neverland Pirates! When you find it, shoot us an email at BuckeyeThunderRun@gmail.com with SCAVENGER HUNT in the subject line. Let us know what page and exactly where the logo is in this month’s magazine and we will put you in the drawing for some great TRO prizes – including some great gear and subscriptions to the magazine! How cool is that?! Our winners from January were Doug Parr and Rick Quinn – each won a Thunder Roads Ohio T-Shirt and full year subscription! 8

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HOW TO HOST A MOTORCYCLE EVENT SEMINARS PRESENTED BY TRO AND THE AMA V-TWIN EXPO RETURNS The American Motorcyclist Association TO CINCINNATI and Thunder Roads Ohio Magazine have teamed up to offer a joint seminar aimed at helping those looking to organize and host motorcycle events. Focusing on the fundamentals, presenters will cover basic areas such as organizing volunteers and marketing of events and then hit topics that may be a bit scarier such as liability and insurance. Participants may be surprised how easy it is to cover such critical aspects of hosting an event.

“This will be a great opportunity for local organizers to get advice on how to get sanctioned and possibly even insured through the AMA,” commented Rob Baughman, AMA Road Riding Coordinator. Seminars are being held the week of February 20th in Columbus coincide with the Easyriders® that weekend. Depending upon response and overall interest, multiple sessions may be scheduled. Other sessions may also be scheduled elsewhere, if demand warrants it. For more information, please email ThunderRoadsOhio@gmail.com

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February 6-7, 2016 Cincinnati OH The V-Twin Expo is an industry only tradeshow focused on V-Twin motorcycles. It features a complete hall of exhibitors and attendees from within the industry. The show also includes professional seminars aimed at those in the business. If you are a dealer or service shop, retailer, or custom bike builder – this show is for you. A lot of motorcycle trade shows come and go, but this one is the real deal and worth your time. Thunder Roads Ohio will be at the show and is giving away over $10,000 in free advertising and promotions to those attending. We will also be interviewing applicants interested in hosting RIDE STOPS as part of the 2016 Buckeye Thunder Run. Stop by our booth and register for the give-aways! It is a trade only show and not open to the public. You must be a bona fide motorcycle retailer, service shop, manufacturer, or other related business in order to enter. You will be required to show proof of business before being admitted. For more information, visit www.vtwin-expo.com

Thunder Roads Ohio is actively looking to add Road Reps, Promotional Staff, Contributors, Photographers, and Area Managers all across Ohio. Thunder Roads Ohio is a grassroots organization that works with local representatives to help cover and serve the motorcycle community. We actively support hundreds of local charity events and organizations throughout the state in a variety of capacities. For more information, please email us at ThunderRoadsOhio@gmail.com or stop on out to an event and introduce yourself

PLANNING A POKER RUN OR CHARITY RIDE? If you’re planning a ride for this summer and looking for stops, we’d like to suggest some TRO Network stops in your area. Our partners have committed themselves to serving the riding community and make great ride stops! In support of them and their commitment, we will offer COMPLIMENTARY ADS and promotional support for any charity rides utilizing TRO Network stops. We invite you to browse through the pages of the magazine and looks for stops that are in your area and catch your eye. You can also look through our Network listing (pages 64-66) or just shoot us an email at ThunderRoadsOhio@gmail.com. THUNDER ROADS® OHIO MAGAZINE

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REPORT Defending Motorcyclists’ Rights The Issues Affecting Your Today

The American Motorcyclist Association is the country’s leading advocate for the motorcycle lifestyle. The includes promoting motorcycling to non-riders, but it also includes lobbying lawmakers in Washington, D.C., and supporting individuals on local issues when motorcycling freedoms are threatened by misinformed (and sometimes malicious) laws and regulations. Here, we get up to speed to some current issues with Casey Wright, the AMA government relations manager for on-highway issues. Wright, who recently joined the AMA staff in Washington, D.C., is a rider himself and has a deep insight into what issues motorcyclists should be watching right now. Q. What is the most significant pending federal legislation affecting motorcyclists right now? A. Because of the success of the $305 billion highway bill that passed at the end of 2015, most of our attention in 2016 will be spent on the regulatory process and watching how the various government agencies attempt to bypass Congress to enact new rules. Although there is no active legislation on the table, we spend every working day in our nation’s capital monitoring what Congress and the federal bureaucracy are doing that can affect motorcyclist’s rights. Q. What was the biggest win in the highway bill?

A. The prohibition against using federal funds for discriminatory motorcycleonly checkpoints was a big win. Another positive aspect of the bill is the continued funding for the Recreational Trails Program, which provides funding to states for maintaining, improving and expanding off-highway recreational opportunities.

Q. Where does Ohio stand on the Road Guard bill (H.B. 115)? Is there a chance it will pass this year? And what about the “dead red” bill (H.B. 154)? A. Both of these bills were sent to committees to be reviewed, but failed to gain any traction. The AMA and ABATE of Ohio will be monitoring the coming 2016 legislative session, because these bills are still active and will carry over. Of course, we never want to assume what law enforcement and local jurisdictions think about motorcyclists, but, as a motorcyclist, I can’t stand being stuck at a red light with a faulty sensor or one that doesn’t recognize my motorcycle. Q. How can I help get these motorcyclefriendly laws passed? A. Join the AMA, of course! And support your local motorcycle rights organizations. The AMA is the largest organization dedicated to protecting the rights of motorcyclists in this country, and there is a lot of truth behind the phrase “having strength in numbers.” The larger the AMA is, the louder our voice is in Washington and in Ohio and every other state. Also, get engaged at the local level. Get to know your city or town council members and state representatives and educate them on

the issues that matter most to you. Q. What happened with that Macedonia, Ohio, motorcycle ordinance? A. After five months, two public hearings and a handful of readings, the City Council unfortunately passed an ordinance that severely restricts the use of off-road motorcycles and ATVs on private property. These vehicles can now be used only for two hours a day between 10 a.m. and 8 p.m. or dusk, whichever comes first. Even though the original ordinance nearly made it impossible to use off-road motorcycles altogether, the version that passed is still a step in the direction that infringes on a motorcyclists’ freedoms and private property rights. Q. If I don’t ride off-road, why should I care about access to public lands and use of dirt bikes on private property? A. Over-regulation is a slippery slope for all riders. It doesn’t matter if it is dirt bikes on private property or the aftermarket exhaust pipes you put on your street ride, you should care about your rights as a rider. If lawmakers can pass a law that restricts off-road motorcycles to only a few hours a day, what’s stopping them from deciding that on-road motorcycles should be given the same short leash? Often, the issue with dirt bikes is excessive sound -- the same as with street bikes. And elected officials feel

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AMA Club 1924 announces 2016 schedule the pressure from a public outraged that their peace and quiet is being “violated” by people enjoying themselves on motorcycles. By supporting the off-road riders in their efforts to maintain their riding areas and enjoy the motorcycle lifestyle, street riders can gain allies for the issues that more directly affect them. When the call goes out, all motorcyclists should answer.

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March 3-13 – Daytona Bike Week, Daytona Beach, Fla. April 27-May 1– Thunder Beach, Panama City, Fla. May 27-30 – Rolling Thunder, Washington, D.C. June 7-11-Americade, Lake George, NY. June 11-19 –Laconia, Laconia, NH. June 23-26 – Thunder in the Valley, Johnstown, Pa. July 8-10 – AMA Vintage Motorcycle Days, Lexington, Ohio Aug. 8-14 – Sturgis Motorcycle Rally, Sturgis, S.D. Sept. 23-25 – Ray Price Capital City Bikefest, Raleigh, NC.

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Finally, the dirt rider today often become the street riders of tomorrow. If you don’t start/learn in the dirt, you’re less likely to join the road/cruiser ranks later on. Yamaha’s Jason Raines, off road champion and national instructor, is very proud of his custom Harley.

Connecting With Riders At America’s Biggest Motorcycling Events The American Motorcyclist Association wants to see you among the hundreds of thousands of riders at 2016’s iconic motorcycling events, such as Daytona Bike Week, Americade, Laconia, AMA Vintage Motorcycle Days and Sturgis. AMA Club 1924, named in honor of the AMA’s founding year, will be the association’s presence at these events, celebrating the fun of motorcycling, connecting with riders and looking back on the history of motorcycling in America. AMA Club 1924 visitors will have a chance to win some great prizes from AMA member benefit partners. “Our message is simple,” says AMA Road Riding Manager Chris Harrison. “We want you to have fun riding your motorcycle.”

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Government Relations Report ABATE of Ohio's State Seminar is coming up on March 18-19 2016. It will be at Mohican Lodge and Conference Center. The address is 1098 Ashland Co. Rd 44864. For Room Reservations call 419-938-5411. We do have a special rate. Tell the reservationist that you are with ABATE. Deadline for getting a room at group rate is Feb 17, 2016. This lodge has fewer rooms than other places we have held seminars. Make sure you reserve a room as far in advance as possible. On Friday evening March 18, we will be having social time and games to raise money for our PAC fund. The PAC funds are used to help the legislators that help us. This is an election year and building the PAC fund is important. On Sat 3/19 the doors open at 8:30am. The seminar begins at 9am. We have a lot of good information pertaining to motorcycling and our freedom fight. Included in the program will be a session I will be leading on ABATE of Ohio's Legislative agenda for 2016. Make sure to bring any questions or suggestions on legislative issues. I hope to see you then. Regards, Scott "Woody" Wood Government Relations Director ABATE of Ohio, Inc. legislativedirector@abate.com

SAFETY REPORT

Hi Friends, Where to start when it’s February and we are having 45 and 50 degree days and no snow on the ground? What is a biker to do? We could ride but they keep coming along with brine and they’re putting it down thick. I could peel it off the back of my car so I know what it would do to my bike - pits and rust. And the future of the weather? I just don’t know if it will it be bad late into the spring or if we’ll have nice weather early so we can get out and ride. My crystal ball is not working today. In 2015 we rode right up to the end. I made my last ride of the year the 19th of December. Even though we had a slow start to the riding season with all the rain in the spring, we ended the year with a lot of fatalities. So far in 2015 we have 3725 crashes and 153 fatalities. In 2014 we finished with 3655 crashes and 140 fatalities. Not good, but when you look at the increase in registrations the percentages are about the same. There was one motorcycle fatality on New Year’s Day in the Columbus area and alcohol was a factor. We are already counting for 2016. Please be safe and ride smart. Chuck Stiteler is the director of Motorcycle Ohio and he has provided me the following for publication: By the time you read this the Motorcycle Ohio (MO) site will be open for registrations. The site opened January 25th at http://www.motorcycle.ohio.gov/ Ohio had another good year for training over 13,000 motorcyclists, mostly new riders. Thanks for your support. We hear many riders say to other riders that they should take the class…actually been told by other riders to do it! We have seen an up-tick in the BRC-2 class. This one day class has a lot of appeal. You can take it yourself and sharpen your riding skills, or take it two-up with your favorite passenger. It is a great way to practice together in a controlled environment and “get tuned” to each other on the bike. One of the best kept secrets about this class is you can get your endorsement. If you or someone you know has been on a temporary permit, send them our way. Better yet, come with them! Thanks Chuck. We will continue to support the MO Program. It is a good example of the way we want our tax dollars put to work. I have been getting a lot of replies back on center line rumble strips. Most have been in favor of them, with the suggestion that they are used on straight roads in areas that people may drift over but not on curves. It will be interesting to see what the state does with them. Thanks for the feedback. Last month my question was about the most beneficial way to promote motorcycle safety and awareness. It must be a hard question because I have not had very much response. The ABATE Foundation Board will be working on sights to place signs and promotions, so give us some ideas. The question of the month is: What slogan do you think we can use on car magnets to get people to STOP DRIVING DISTRACTED? Maybe that’s it? Some other ideas I have seen are: BUCKLE UP HANG UP HEADS UP I’M A BIKER NOT YOUR NEXT ROADKILL GET OFF THE PHONE & OPEN YOUR EYES TEXTING WILL GET YOU ON THE NAUGHTY LIST YOU TEXT YOU DRIVE YOU LOSE MY FAMILY RIDES PLEASE DON’T TEXT & DRIVE 12

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By Keith “Elmo” Tickle, Ohio State President -- U.S. Veterans MC (USVMC)

Last month, we spent a long and difficult ride down the

bumpy roads of the Crisis Highway, but now we downshift and get off on the Veteran Volunteering and Donating Blvd. Annually, there is over 140,000 volunteers that contribute more than 11 million hours in service to America's Veterans. It is impossible to calculate the amount of caring and sharing that these VA Voluntary Service (VAVS) volunteers provide to Veteran patients. VAVS volunteers are a priceless asset to the Nation's Veterans and to the Department of Veterans Affairs.

It is with great distinction that VAVS has joined President

Barack Obama’s “United We Serve” initiative. VAVS is committed to engaging American citizens in service during the summer months and provide lasting benefits to the veterans and communities in which they live through volunteer service. Follow the link above to see what projects may be available in your area, or use our Volunteer or Donate form (see link below) to contact a VAVS Program Manager in your area. http://www.volunteer.va.gov/apps/VolunteerNow/

The VA along with Veterans are grateful for the wonderful response to help America’s heroes. Because of the high volume of inquiries, please give the VA a few days to respond to your application. Many thanks for volunteering to serve those who served!! Beginning 2013, VA medical centers and hospitals began

accepting financial donations online via a major credit card or debit directly from your checking or savings account. To donate online, simply go to the link above, select a state and medical center, then click 'Donate Online'. 100 percent of your donation will go toward supporting Veterans and you can even choose which fund your money will support. An immediate confirmation of your donation will be generated with a receipt. A thank you letter will follow. Note: If the medical center you wish to support has not established E-Donate at this time, you will not be able to select the E-Donate option. You may still donate in person or volunteer at the medical center using the option provided below. Please check back with us though, as new

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medical centers will be adding the E-Donate option throughout the year. Thank you for supporting America's Veterans!

In the constrained environments of VA medical center directors have authority to accept gifts pursuant to 38 USC 8301 and VHA Handbook 4721 for the general benefit of the medical center and the Veterans we serve. The Chief of Voluntary Service at each VA medical center may accept gifts that benefit the facility and its patients except for gifts for research and education. Donations provide Veteran patients with many essential services and programs that otherwise would not be available to them, such as transportation services, social service assistance, rehabilitation equipment, recreation programs, activities, homeless Veteran's services, holiday gifts, phone cards and many other options. Your donations are 100 percent tax deductible and all administrative costs for VA are already appropriated by Congress, so you can be assured your entire donation is going directly to support Veterans in the way you choose. Additionally,

the VA sponsors Welcome Home events around the country for returning military service members and their families. The events provide important information and guidance on accessing health care and other benefits through the Department of Veterans Affairs. Follow the link below to see when a Welcome Home event is scheduled near you, or contact your local VA Voluntary Service office.

http://www.volunteer.va.gov/Welcome_Home_Events.asp

VAVS Volunteers are an invaluable resource for the Department of Veterans Affairs. It is impossible to calculate the amount of caring and sharing that volunteers provide to Veteran patients. They are a priceless asset to the Nation’s Veterans and to VA. So please step out and change a Vets life forever … because they have certainly done that in preserving our freedoms. Until next time when we talk about “Invisible Scars” left by your military service; ride safe, and always keep the doors of wisdom open. USVMC is a non-profit 501(c) (19) organization driven to show respect/support for all Veterans who served honorably. USVMC is a proud member of the Ohio Confederation of Clubs (COC). Ohio COC is rich in Veteran support initiatives and can assist with critical Veteran necessities. If you have a Veteran need, please speak to a member of COC or please email elmo.usvmcoh@gmail.com

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Bikers For Change Our nation needs a great change. We live in a day filled with violence, confusion and moral decline. As we witness the world around us self-destructing, we are tempted to feel saddened, afraid or even angry. We know something needs to be done to radically reroute our failing nation. The Christian Motorcyclist Association believes the true answer for the ills of our culture is God. Personally coming to the Son of God, Jesus Christ, repenting of our sins and allowing the mercy of God to transform our behaviors is the transformation that will change us and ultimately have the largest impact on the world around us. When motorcyclists repent and begin to live humbly and obedient to the Word of God, it changes us; and as more Bikers for Change are revived, our country will be changed.

of the events each attendee receives a 30 Day Devotional Guide to help them on their road in revival and repentance. CMA will provide version of the same study for students (ages 12-17). Matthew 18:3 (NIV), “And He said, ’I tell you the truth, unless you change and become like little children, you will never enter the kingdom of heaven.” Sin separates us from a relationship with God and eternal life and any part of His work in the world around us. Repentance and child-like obedience are necessary to be a part of the Kingdom of God.

We read in Isaiah 1:27, 28 (NLT), ”Zion will be restored by justice. Those who repent will be revived by righteousness. But rebels and sinners will be completely destroyed, And those who desert the LORD will be consumed.”

In summary in Luke 19:1-10 we can see through Zacchaeus that transformed lives are impassioned, empowered and spread the fires of revival. What about you? Will you become a “Biker For Change”?

Isn’t it high time you took a stand and allowed a change to be completed in you? Through this change you can, and will, be restored by the justice of God through Jesus Christ. It is important to understand these two words repent and revived. Repent means to turn 180 degrees in the opposite direction; or to be revived. So what does revived mean? Revived is to be restored to life; or resuscitate by bring back to consciousness so we know our current state; or regain life or strength to go on.

GR (Jerry) Niver CMA Ohio State Coordinator

We, as a people, need to understand we are allowing this great nation of ours to go in the wrong direction which is away from God. We need to be revived. We need to repent and turn 180 degrees and pursue after God or go toward God. This revival starts within each one of us as individuals. As we individually are revived and repent (turn 180 degrees back toward God), collectively we will revive this great Nation of ours back to or toward God.

Christian Motorcyclists Association

CMA’s Bikers for Change events are designed to be a weekend of repentance and revival for members of CMA and our friends in the motorcycling world. Bikers for Change events will present the Gospel and provide a call for salvation and surrender to Christ. These events are not for CMA members only, but they are for all our fellow motorcyclists to attend and pray for God’s working in their lives. Attendees will hear from John Ogden Sr (CMA Chairman of the Board of Directors) by a brief video and they will hear directly from CMA’s National Evangelist who will present a revival message. At the conclusion 14

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COME RIDE WITH US! CMA is a servant minded interdenominational motorcycle ministry with a non-denominational message of hope and love through Jesus Christ. Enjoy the family atmosphere, make life-long friends, and join an army of people dedicated to changing the world, one heart at a time in the highways and byways. Visit us at www.cmausa.org for more information. Have a message you’d like to share? If you have a message that you’d like to share with riders across Ohio and the Midwest, let us know. TRO welcomes the opportunity to work with established motorcycle ministries. Feel free to share upcoming events with us as well, by emailing information to Events.ThunderRoads@gmail.com

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PRESENTED BY GEICO INSURANCE & THUNDER ROADS OHIO MAGAZINE Thunder Roads Ohio is proud to announce that this summer; we will once again be hosting the BUCKEYE THUNDER RUN - a state-wide, summer-long riding challenge hitting the coolest riding destinations and events across Ohio, presented by GEICO Insurance! This is a riding challenge like no-other and features great prizes every month that you earn by simply getting out to ride!

The Way it Works

ach month Thunder Roads Ohio will announce a list of Thunder Run Stops each month. These stops are selected based upon the recommendations of our readers and confirmed by our editors. ALL STOPS have been screened by our Editors and are places we feel comfortable recommending to you. We never simply add a stop because they are willing to write a check. Riders can then hit these locations and present their Rider Cards in order to register at each stop. Once a Rider has registered at the stop - their Card number is then entered into the drawing for that stop. Thunder Roads will then select rider checksin’s randomly each month from across the state for special prizes and incentives. Extra “check-in’s” are awarded for ride stops more then 100 miles from home. Prizes are developed by both Thunder Roads and our sponsors - allowing for some exciting options. They may include stays at exciting locations, riding gear or accessories, gift certificates, cash, rally passes, concert tickets, and even the opportunity to win factory and custom motorcycles! The beauty and simplicity of this program is that anyone can win with any check-in, but your chances of winning are increased by the amount you ride! The dedicated rider treking across the state has a greater chance of accumulating prizes - but the couple that can only get out a few days a month to ride can also win! Every check-in counts as an entry in the “drawing” - so if you hit 40 stops in a month, you have twice as many chances of winning as someone that only hits 20. The more you ride - the more opportunities you will have to win! That’s the whole idea - to encourage everyone to get out and ride!

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very month the TRO staff will randomly select winners from the check-ins. Some prizes will be specific to the particular stop - and usually sponsored by that stop. For instance, a leather shop may award a custom leather vest to someone visiting their store during the month of June. That would be a prize specific to that stop and only riders checking in at that location would be eligible for that prize. Other prizes will be state wide, with everyone checking in at any location eligible to win!

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f your check-in is drawn, Thunder Roads will post your card number both online and in the magazine. Riders will then have at least 45 days to “claim” their prizes. For state-wide prizes, winners will often have the opportunity to select from a number of prize options. For instance, a rider might have the option of winning an Ohio Bike Week Rally Package that includes accommodations and extras for attending North Coast Thunder Rally. If that rider isn’t able to take advantage of that prize - they might opt for a Premium Leather Jacket instead. • Riders are able to win multiple prizes - based upon the drawing of their check-in’s. • Some prize drawings are specific to only check-in’s for the particular month - while others prizes are drawn from check-in’s all season long. • ALL CHECK-IN’s remain in the system for end of the season prizes! • Riders are able to check-in once a week at a stop (Monday-Sunday), for a maximum of 4 check-in’s per month (not counting bonuses). In 2015, riders had the chance to win 4 different motorcycles, Sturgis Rally Packages, hundreds of tickets to concerts and some of the most exciting motorcycle events in the state, and countless other great prizes! 2016 WILL BE EVEN BIGGER with MORE PRIZES, MORE RIDERS, and EVEN MORE EVENTS!

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BONUS Check-in´s!

he 2016 Buckeye Thunder Run is supported by our sponsors, so we want to encourage everyone to support them in turn. For that reason, we will issue a BONUS CHECK-IN to riders spending $10 or more at the stop. The bonus criteria may be adjusted at some stops to accommodate riders on particulars of that stop. Specifics of each stop will be listed each month in Thunder Roads as part of the Stop Listing. It’s really that simple!

and we will only select those that offer a legitimate interest to riders – making them worth the ride to visit. We are not hosting the run as simply a means of supporting the magazine, but as a fun way to promote partners and cool destinations all across the state. This is not simply a “Chinese fire drill” or mad-dash across the state. This is a Ride program. It is meant to be a means for readers to discover new riding destinations and enjoy the ride there. In fact, we have designed the program to encourage folks to break out of their local routes and trek to the furthest corners of the state.

1. Get your Ohio Ride Card. 2. Get the list of stops each month from your Thunder Roads Magazine, the website (ThunderRoadsOhio.com), or Facebook. 3. Ride out to these stops and show them your card. 4. And then you win cool prizes, including cold hard CASH! The first step will be for riders to register for their Thunder Roads Ohio Ride Cards. A number of select locations will serve as Registration Centers. Riders can easily register at these points – free of charge. They will then receive their Ride Cards.

You can request a Ride Card through our website!

ou can now go online and register for your Thunder Run Ride Card through our website – www.ThunderRoadsOhio. com. Simply head to the TRO Online Store and order your Ride Card. There is a $5 convenience fee for this option – but ALL PROCEEDS are applied to our Warrior Fund, sponsoring charitable motorcycle events and organizations across Ohio. PLEASE NOTE - You can still use your previous Ride Cards. All Ride Card registrations carry over, however you are welcome to pick up a new shiny one if you’d like. Thunder Roads will also be registering riders for Ride Cards at specific events throughout the year as we distribute magazines. Key events, such as Ohio Bike Week or Bike Nights will have special booths for Ride Card registrations. In most cases, we will be offering special incentives both for those registering for the cards and those checking in with their previously issued cards at these stops.

Just Get Out and RIDE! One of the really exciting aspects of the program is that the Buckeye Thunder Run can be modified and added to throughout the summer – if not the entire year. We will be adding and dropping stops each month. Readers will be able to nominate stops, we’ll investigate them, and if we agree that it’s a suitable stop – they’ll be invited to join the run. Some stops will only run a few months – and possibly not consecutive. A cool winery in Geneva might be a stop early in the season, and then we bring them back during the harvest season! We can also modify the run if it turns out that something just isn’t working. We want to keep things exciting for you – the readers and riders on the run. We’re bikers and it’s all about the ride. We want to help create fun experiences for you and share some cool spots in our state. And we want to discover new spots as well, which is why we are encouraging everyone to nominate their favorite riding destinations. Again this is not simply a sales tool for us or meant to subsidize the magazine! We have designed this run to entertain and challenge our readers – as well as promote our partners.

Thunder Roads will also be working with charities and various non-profit events to include them in the Run schedule as well. This will be an easy means of encouraging participation and attracting riders from outside the local communities. In many cases, we will have specific prize drawings for those at these events. The Ride Cards will allow participants to easily and safely check in at all stops. Some Thunder Roads Sponsors will also be offering discounts to readers that present the cards. Thunder Roads will be listing special discounts and offers in the magazine throughout the year as an added value to readers and means of encouraging our partners to offer these extra savings. PLEASE NOTE: Once you have received your OHIO RIDE CARD, you will not be asked to provide personal information or emails at any location for check-in. You simply enter your ride card number! One key aspect of the BTR is that we will be limiting the number of stops to a reasonable amount each month. We are NOT simply adding anyone willing to write a check. We will be considering stops recommended by our readers and editors, THUNDER ROADS® OHIO MAGAZINE

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One of the really exciting aspects of the program is that the Buckeye Thunder Run can be modified and added to throughout the summer – if not the entire year. We will be adding and dropping stops each month. Readers will be able to nominate stops, we’ll investigate them, and if we agree that it’s a suitable stop – they’ll be invited to join the run. Some stops will only run a few months – and possibly not consecutive. A cool winery in Geneva might be a stop early in the season, and then we bring them back during the harvest season! We can also modify the run if it turns out that something just isn’t working. We want to keep things exciting for you – the readers and riders on the run. We’re bikers and it’s all about the ride. We want to help create fun experiences for you and share some cool spots in our state. And we want to discover new spots as well, which is why we are encouraging everyone to nominate their favorite riding destinations. Again this is not simply a sales tool for us or meant to subsidize the magazine! We have designed this run to entertain and challenge our readers – as well as promote our partners. As with the magazine itself, the Buckeye Thunder Run is presented through the support of our sponsors and partners all across the state. We have secured several key sponsorships already, but opportunities remain. If your business would like to get involved, this is a great way to promote yourself all across the state in a positive manner. Even if your organization is not a riding destination you might become a sponsor for the tremendous promotional value it offers through the constant media attention it will receive. Obviously this will be a heavy focus within the magazine but we are also working with radio and other media outlets to help spread awareness of the run. Sponsors are able to tap into this network and enjoy great exposure. We also have a number of unique opportunities for branding - including being featured on contest motorcycles, jackets, shirts, and other opportunities. The exact number and nature of these options will be determined as details are finalized and as the promotion develops over the summer. Sponsors will ALWAYS have first priority in these placements. Sponsors will also have the opportunity to team up with Thunder Roads to help promote various charity events across the state. The Buckeye Thunder Run is a great vehicle to help promote non-profit events in communities all across the state. With the support of regional and state-wide sponsors – Thunder Roads can help promote these community events to a larger audience. Thunder Roads is involved in countless charitable events all across the state already – but with the support of our sponsors, we will be able to assist even more. Partners can assist in the sponsorship of specific events, areas of concern (such as breast cancer, child abuse, or animal shelters), or other specific areas. For more information on sponsorship, please email us at ThunderRoadsOhio@gmail.com Of course one of the key components in this whole program, second only to the riders themselves, is the stops. The Thunder Roads team has spent a lot of time collecting nominations and researching stops for the Run;

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TECH TIPS

Getting ready for that Spring Ride! s I’m writing this we are getting our A first genuine snow storm of the year, with over 18” coming down in Willoughby and along the Lake Erie Snow Belt. Being in Ohio, though, I know this is only a temporary situation and there’s a chance that I might still get the bike out AGAIN in January. That being said, most of the bikes are down for their long winter sleep – awaiting the arrival of Spring. Even if you’ve winterized your motorcycle for off-season storage, you’ll want to check out this checklist before you take to the open road. All too often folks just jump on their bike – maybe even use the car to jump the dead battery; and then they find themselves stranded in the cold – or worse. Take a few minutes to look over your bike and make sure everything is ready to go.

If you’re not comfortable wrenching on your own bike or would simply like another set of eyes to go over everything – this is a great time to call your local dealer or shop and schedule a spring service check. There’s no shame in reaching out, and a spring session at the shop is a great chance to have everything looked over before you hit the road! For a list of recommended service shops, check our Service listings on page 66..

1. Dust Off Your Bike. Remove the cover and any blocks used to keep your bike in place during winter storage and lower the bike onto its side stand. Remove any plugs, rags or covers from the exhaust pipes and air intakes meant to keep out animals and foreign objects. Wash away any coating you may have applied to protect the frame, rims and chain.

can separate, causing a condensation build up that may harm your engine. Whether or not you changed your engine oil before storage, you’ll still want to check the oil level before riding.

4. Check the Fluids. Check the fluid hose connections for looseness or signs of leakage. Check for cracks in all hoses and replace as needed. Check the levels and consistency of all of the fluids. Change any fluid that looks suspicious and top off any that need refilling. Always use a new sealed container when topping off fluids. Flush and replace the old antifreeze with proper coolant. You also should replace the air filter.

5. Charge the Battery.

6. Kick the Tires.

If you removed the battery for storage and kept it charged, just clean the cables and terminals with a wire brush, then grease and reconnect. If you kept your battery trickle-charged or hooked up to a tender, it’s probably in good shape. However, if the bike was stored without disconnecting the battery or without using a smart charger, the battery will need to be fully charged or replaced if it won’t hold a charge. In either case, check the leads for corrosion and make sure they’re attached snugly. Depending on your battery, you may have to fill the cells with distilled water. Be sure the vent tube is connected and properly routed.

If the weight was off your motorcycle’s wheels during storage, chances are your tires are in good shape, but you still should inspect them thoroughly before riding. Check for cracks, bulges, punctures, stress marks or flat spots. Using a tire pressure gauge, check air pressure in both tires to ensure they’re properly inflated. If needed, refill your tires to the manufacturer’s recommended pressure. Inspect the wheels for dents and carefully tighten any loose spokes. Grease the wheel bearings.

2. Look Over the Fuel System. Replace the fuel filter and examine the fuel tank, fuel lines and fittings for cracks and leaks. If you used fuel stabilizer, your fuel should be in good shape. Make sure by opening the filler cap and looking inside for gunk or stratification. If the fuel is consistent and clean, you can go to the next step. If not, you’re better off draining the tank and fuel lines before running the engine. You also should check and clean your carburetor. Add a fuel system cleaner the next few times you fill your tank.

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7. Hit the Brakes. Check and fill the brake fluid level, and replace it if it’s dirty. Examine the brake lines for cracks and leaks. Inspect the brake pads and discs or shoes for wear. If they’re thin, you may want to get new ones. Thoroughly clean the brake rotors with brake cleaner. Lubricate the front-brake hand lever and throttle cables.

8. Rev the Engine. If you didn’t spray fogging oil or lubricate the top of the cylinder before storage, remove the spark plugs and pour 2 tablespoons of oil into the spark plug ports. This will lubricate the top portion of the cylinder walls before you start the bike. When you pull the plugs, check the gaps; if needed, use a gapsetting tool to set them to the manufacturer’s specifications.

9. Inspect the Frame, Suspension and Steering. Inspect the frame and fairing for hairline cracks. Pay close attention to areas around the engine and transmission brackets. Move the forks forward and back to feel for looseness. If there’s any movement or clunking from the steering head, tighten it properly. Inspect the handlebars for cracks and lubricate the cable connections. Pay particular attention to brake-lever pivot bolts, axle nuts and drain plugs. Lubricate all bearings and grease the kickstand. Check the condition of every nut and fastener, and tighten as necessary.

10. Double-Check the Chain and Sprockets. Check the sprocket for missing teeth or uneven wear. Test the amount of slack in the motorcycle’s chain and adjust the tension to the manufacturer’s specification. Then lubricate the chain.

11. Take a Look at the Electrical System. Check your electronics, switches, lights and gauges for proper operation. Test your regular and high-beam headlamps, and front and rear turn signals. Test your rear brake light and ensure it lights up when you engage the brakes. Test the horn to ensure it’s working.

12. Test the Controls. Examine the cables and hoses for cracks, kinks or other damage. Test the levers and pedals to make sure they’re well-lubricated. Test the throttle to ensure it flows smoothly and does not jam or spring closed when released.

13. Update Your Insurance Policy. Make sure your insurance policy is current and in force. Far too often people have seasonal policies and they forget to renew once the snow thaws. Then – one slip on winter cinders or a distracted cager can spell financial ruin for you. If you’ve added any custom parts or equipment, you’ll want to be sure they’re covered as well.

14. Hit the Road. Let the bike idle for a few minutes to get its fluids circulating. Check to see whether it idles smoothly and at the correct RPM after reaching normal operating temperature. Use the Motorcycle Safety Foundation’s T-CLOCS (Tires, Controls, Lights, Oils and Fluids, Chassis and Stands) checklist before you hop on the motorcycle.

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Uniting riders! OHIO VALLEY LADY RIDERS – December Meet and Greet, Mansfield By C. Fisher, TRO Contributor

ecember temperatures for this year are predicted to soar up to 30 degrees above normal due to what meteorologists are calling one of the strongest El Niños in history. And you won’t hear any complaints about the extended riding season from motorcyclists in the area. While many events are normally held year-round regardless, placid days like what we are seeing this December make being able to ride to these events an added bonus. A few members and spouses of the Ohio Valley Lady Riders took advantage of the weather to ride out to a meet and greet on the first Saturday of December, something no one probably expected possible when the meeting was planned. Ohio Valley Lady Riders (OVLR) was founded by Alicia “Spazz” Merrow in July of 2014 as way to help women find others to ride with besides “their ole man”. Although women have increasingly gone from backseat passenger to earning their endorsements, it still is difficult for many of us to find fellow riders that we (and for some, our significant others) are comfortable going on road trips with, whether it be a short spontaneous trip or a week-long cross-country adventure. Spazz’s intuition was not wrong: within one month, the Facebook group had over 100 women join, and now, just 18 months later, is over 1,100 members strong. The group is not a club or exclusive organization; it is open to any woman who holds a passion for riding.

there was much discussion on bikes and travels, the ladies also talked about family, health, relationships, and life in general. Although founder Spazz could not attend this particular meet, this is the kind of gathering she likely envisioned when creating the group. Spazz says “I’ve just always thought it would be an awesome idea to get as many women (in one state) as someone could all in one place that shared the common hobby and the love for our motorcycles.” In addition to these meet and greets in various areas of the state year-round, the group organizes trips during the warmer months, such as what became their first annual trip to Alum Creek in September of 2014, with 40 women attending. Perhaps keeping this group on a regional, rather than national, level has been conducive to keeping conflict one might expect with a large group of women to a minimum, especially with the typical outspoken stances we see as commonplace on social media. Spazz states that, with the large amount of ladies on her group’s page, they have been “fortunate to not have much drama (knock on wood). We had over 80 women come together this year as we did our 2nd annual trip for OLVR at Lake Hope.”

Any women interested in joining this network of lady riders in Ohio is welcome to become a member at https://www.facebook.com/groups/ Ohiovalleyladyriders. There are no fees, no requirements, no expectations (other than to treat your fellow sisters with respect) … just a shared passion for the ride. Spazz explains “I know myself without social media nowadays you can’t find anything your looking for, and what better way to find a friend to ride with... Ever since I started this I have met so many wonderful ladies. I’ve grew to their family and became a sister to many as well as they have to me.”

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Motorcycle World Comes Together 2nd Annual Emirates Bike Festival Hosts IMBBA World Championship

Jeff Starke, IMBBA President Dubai, UAE – The world of custom motorcycles and customizers from various countries around the world came together on November 17-24th of 2015 in Dubai, UAE. An unprecedented accomplishment by IMBBA and Loay Hussein of Final Cut Events who hosted the 2nd Annual Emirates Bike Festival. The efforts by these parties was to bring together the bikes and customizers from all parts of the world. While other promoters have events, claiming world competitions, they fall short on the attendance from some of the top countries. This time and the first time ever countries were represented. Egypt, Turkey, Kuwait, Lebanon, Jordon, Canada, USA, along with builders from the all seven emirates were present to compete in this important venue of extraordinary people, customs and brotherhood. IMBBA was extremely proud to see this venue grow as, our International standards are becoming the standard of fairness to the builder’s talents and skills recognized. This year went by fast and many planning stages were difficult, especially shipping bikes from the various countries. With other show schedules and dates to compete with the event date in Dubai, some countries simply were not left enough time to prepare for the 2015 event and we look forward to their participation next year. They were: Italy- Federation of Italian Customizers (FIC) and IMBBA members, Germany, and France. In addition to the bike show itself, there were activities like, Slow Bike Race, Fuze Ball - human size, Tug of Wars and a parade that went on forever. Seven Bands of various types of music played and was enjoyed by everyone. This historical event was co-hosted by none other than the Broken Spoke Saloon legend, Jay Allen who helped Loay with organizing the entertainment. 28 28

Atop a mountain we stopped for a Photo Opportunity where out came the flags from all the riders and countries.

IMBBA Members/Judges from the USA Mondo Porras, “Godfather of Choppers” IMBBA Hall of Fame along with Jay Allen Broken Spoke Legend, Lee Wimmer - Wimmer Machine, Ron Radeke - Powersports Institute, Shelia Cunningham - “Bagger Queen” and IMBBA Bike Builder and Jeff and Jean Starke IMBBA President. Along with their guests. Affectionately named “The Misfits were guests of “The Emirates Bike Festival” and conducted the IMBBA World Bike Builders Competition judging on behalf of Final Cuts Events promoter Loay Hussein.

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THE EVENT… The Bike show consisted of two days of competition, some top quality bikes from 7 countries represented and displayed. At the center of the Emirates downtown commerce we were eclipsed by giant behemoth building of unique designs and architecture and even the World’s tallest Building dwarfing the event itself. Some of the top bikes representing were: Builders from Turkey - TT-Customs, Omar Lycan - Customs from Dubai - USA Builders, Les Covington, Steve Galvin, Lee Smith, Troy Letwek, Joe Palmero, Rick Bedford. Lycan Customs, Big Daddy, Rami Al Hallab, Lofti Sfaxi, Jasim Al Reesi, Fawaz Alsalem Ali Hosean, D Means, Jay Lawrence, Manea Mohad Saeed Strokersz, and many others.

As the show began to fill up, IMBBA members couldn’t resist posing with them…

THE BIKES…… The bikes in this competition were judged under IMBBA’s Global Standard of Fit, Form, Function, and safety. Meaning, every component of the bike, in order to increase in points, must be judged and declared that it meets standards of Fit, Form, Function and Safety. Three judges judged all the bikes and their attributes that make up the sum of the motorcycle itself. Then, additional features unique to IMBBA judging are added additional categories such as, Engineering, Fabrication, and Originality. These categories and sub categories when executed in IMBBA software and calculated always represent the best bike physically at the show and ensures it meets the IMBBA global stands of fit form function and safety. Builders who score in this area receive points towards their certification. Which is why IMBBA is in the Bike Show judging business. We can physically confirm a builders skills and talents.

This Years Best of Show winner and IMBBA World Champion– Omar Al Temeemi Lycan Customs.

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SHOP TALK PICKING A SHOP – STRAIGHT TALK Walt Snider, Thunder Roads Ohio Contributor o now that winter has finally taken S hold and the shop is filling up with bike projects, George and I thought it might be

beneficial to discuss how to go about picking a good custom shop to do work on your motorcycle. And this is far from a shameless plug to promote my shop..... although we are one of the best. I have to believe that as an owner. But there are many amazing builders and shops out there. I've been on both sides - as a customer looking for someone to work on a bike when I was younger, and now as a shop owner. So what should you look for when you want to pick a shop to do work on your bike? Well established factory dealerships can offer a variety of services, sometimes even custom work. And if you've dealt with them in the past, chances are a level of trust has been built. Word of mouth and recommendations are also a good way to judge. And for the newer models of bikes, they usually have the most extensive knowledge of them and what can be done mechanically. Sometimes though, a dealership may not be able to offer what you're looking to have done. So an independent shop is the next choice. And there are plenty out there to choose from. Some are amazingly talented and can produce show winning quality bikes. Others are "parts changers" and can't go much beyond that. So what are some key factors to look for? Again, word of mouth and recommendations are always good. If you hear nothing but bad things about a shop from multiple people, you may want to look elsewhere. Visit the shop and ask to look around. Don't be offended if they don't allow you to. Some insurance policies are very strict about who can be in certain areas. Others don't want to take the chance of you getting unintentionally hurt. They're liable for your safety. Talk to the owner or manager. See how they're going to treat a potential customer. But be respectful and as brief as possible. Remember you're taking up their working time.

show awards and trophies? Not to say that a shop that hasn't isn't good, as some aren't interested in that stuff, but you can see the evidence of quality if they have usually. From the side of being a shop owner, I'll offer a few words of advice. Understand that a shop may be hesitant to use parts they don't supply. Working some parts into customizing a bike can be pretty cool. But, for example, if your carb needs replaced, and you have another old one laying around and you're not entirely sure of the condition, it can be more work and cost than it's worth. We had a bike in the shop that the customer brought us with this very problem. He brought us three carbs in the end, and still ended up with a new one when finished. Don't blame a shop for unrelated issues that come up after they did work. If you have a tire changed, and then a week later the bike runs rough, chances are it's nothing the shop did. Most shops are willing to talk about the issue, and may even offer to double check the bike. But don't expect them to fix it for free if they didn't cause the issue. Sometimes things just happen. On the other end, not all shops are honest unfortunately. Get a second opinion if you think this to be the case. Shops can't see everything that may be wrong. Sometimes things aren't discovered until after work begins. Most shops try to cover everything during an estimate, but

sometimes unexpected problems arise. At that point, the shop should contact you to recommend what needs to be done, and get your approval for the next course of action. Expect to pay a deposit, usually of at least half of the estimate, before any work will be done. It costs money to run a shop. Most require a deposit to cover the parts ordered. The labor is what is paid at completion typically. Every shop is different, but this is typical for most. And pay promptly. Most shops will not release a bike unless payment is made in full. And if a bike sits for too long after being completed, that shop now has money being lost and room that could be used for another customer's bike. Lastly, please don't waste the time of a shop. We've had multiple people stop to talk about bikes we've had for sale, and then make the statement that their husband or wife would never let them buy it, or they could never afford it. Or they'll inquire about work, and then say that maybe in a few years they'll have it done. We don't mind spending time with potential customers. Even if someone wants to just stop and see the shop for what it is and check out some bikes, we're always happy to talk to them. But we also have work to do to keep customers happy, and a schedule to keep. Any thoughts or disagreements, or if there's something you'd like to see covered as a tech article, please feel free to contact me at RGCUSTOMS1@HOTMAIL.COM. I may even throw a bike project in every once in a while, or feature a bike that I've seen that I like. From the shop floor Walt Renegade Gentlemen Customs

What kind of services do they offer? Do they specialize in a certain area? For example, my shop is mainly geared towards Harley and metrics, aside from ground up builds. And we offer pretty much every service related. But we don't usually work on British bikes mechanically. We do have other shops that we recommend for that, or collaborate with depending on the project. Respect a shop if they tell you they can't do what you want. They can usually recommend another shop that can. How is the condition of the shop? Is it neat and kept reasonably clean? How many bikes are being worked on? Do they offer written estimates? Can they meet your budget and timetable for finishing? Have they had any bikes featured in magazines or have any THUNDER ROADS® OHIO MAGAZINE

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Geoff Baldwin, ReturnoftheCafeRacers.com Thunder Roads Ohio Contributor Neo-vintage is the unusual term Taylor Henschell of One Up Moto Garage uses to refer to their custom creations. Along with fellow One Up builder Micah Welsh, the pair hand pick motorcycles from the late 90s through to the mid 2000s and apply their unique custom style to them. Browsing their portfolio reveals the likes of a 250cc Kawasaki Ninja and a Honda CB600F that have been transformed into retro styled customs. This bike is the latest custom to roll out of their shop, a Honda CB600 which mixes elements of Scrambler and Cafe Racer styling. We caught up with Taylor to talk about this bike, the One Up workshop and how his Neo-vintage style has evolved.

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“The One-Up Moto Garage name is relatively new to the game” says workshop founder Taylor Henschell. “I’ve been working under this name for only 2 years, though I’ve been passionately building bikes for a lot longer than that. When I was 14 my father started a small scooter shop and I was his wrench monkey for a few years. It sparked my passion for repairing small engines and I was soon customizing

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and upgrading my own motorcycles. I put myself through college doing service work and small custom jobs for people. Some friends at the time were into

customizing old Honda CB350’s and they influenced me greatly, fostering my love for vintage styling. However, the appeal of modern speed, reliability and handling was tenacious.” To sum it up in his own words Taylor says his motorcycles posses “All the perks of the new with the class and appeal of the old”. It’s a style he has coined ‘neo-vintage’ and one that he’s been working towards over the last 8 years. “My first neo-vintage build was a 2006 Kawasaki Ninja 250 and it blazed a new path for the shop. My 2006 CB600f and Micah’s 1992 Ninja 600 were the logical next steps.” The process isn’t as

he looks to his extensive collection of vintage gas tanks for a match. “I usually test fit several before deciding which one fits the lines of engine and frame. At that point I will have already developed an idea of what I want to do with the front and rear end and the seat.” The front end solution for this bike was found in the form of a set of Honda CBR600RR forks and clamps, which were mounted by machining and welded an extension onto the CBR’s shorter stem. The tank that was chosen is a Honda enduro unit that was the perfect length and had the shape they were after. Getting it to sit right on the frame involved some widening of the tunnel, moving the C mounts to the rear and using a pair of exhaust mount springs on custom hooks to anchor the front down.

simple as selecting any bike from the chosen era though. It takes a particular frame design to make the grade. “There are a select few modern bikes that make ideal candidates for a neo-vintage piece. Most street/sport and dirt bikes by the 2000’s utilized parameter frames made of aluminum. These frames don’t lend themselves to the image I try to realize with my work. Bikes like the CB599 Hornet, the Ninja 250, early-mid 90’s Ninja 600, and a few other bikes (you’ll see when we finish them!) still utilize the simple steel back-bone frame that can hold a vintage gas tank...with some modification of course.”

To form the subframe square tubing from a local scrapyard was cut into pieces and welded together to create the curved subframe that sits below the seat. The sintra plastic and closed neoprene seat pan was shaped and cut as required and is held in place using threaded inserts that screw on to the frame. Taylor then upholstered the seat himself using patterns of his own design. “On the CB600 I used some dark chocolate vinyl and stitched a diamond pattern that breaks down from front to rear. The idea was inspired by M.C. Escher.” Every build has its challenges and for Taylor’s CB600 it was the front face plate that really tested him. “I admittedly have some perfectionist tendencies so I’ll get hung up on symmetry (or purposeful asymmetry, as the case may be). I made the plate without a specific

“The CB600 was a one owner bike that had been lightly damaged and stored for years, until I got hold of it and made it what it is today.” Taylor’s design process is what he describes as fluid. After tearing a bike down to its bare essentials (frame, engine, wheels) THUNDER THUNDER ROADS® ROADS® OHIO OHIO MAGAZINE MAGAZINE

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Thunder Roads Ohio – Café Feature One Up Neo Vintage CB600 (Continued from p.37) idea of what I wanted it to look like, but after 3 prototypes I knew what I didn’t want! I cut a round piece of sheet metal and made a hole for the 5” LED headlight, another for the ignition, a slot for the fuel pump switch and a 3rd hole for the USB charger used to keep your phone/speedometer happy. Once I had it right I finished it off with perforated metal on steel dowels, which I also used to form the battery box under the frame, the small front fender (or the beak, as we call it) and the accents lining the subframe.”

Once the bike was up and running it was time to tune. “I have a huge collection of jets, and with the CB600 I probably swapped them near 20 times before settling on a smooth/ optimum tune to suit the UNI pod filters and reverse megaphone exhaust. With its light throttle response, golden brown plugs, and hard pull till redline, the only thing that was left to do was go riding!” When I talk to builders about their custom creations I always like to know what it is they’re most proud of. “My favorite thing about this build is that it

embodies our own vision of what a custom motorcycle should be” says Taylor. “It handles, stops and goes just like the race bikes I love and it looks and feels similar to the vintage racers my father enjoyed, all while having the lines and styling that is indicative of a One-Up build.”

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With everything sitting how he wanted Taylor tore the bike down again for painting. The frame and a few other parts went off for powder coating while he painted the tank and swingarm himself. With everything back together he then rewired the bike, concealing the loom inside a braided sheath. The CB uses low-draw LEDs for all of its instrumentation, headlight and tail lights along with a One Up signature feature, the cell phone dash, which is used in place of a speedometer thanks to some clever, readily available apps. As with all of his builds the CB received the customary replacement of serviceable components. A new chain, sprocket, radiator, hoses, nuts, bolts and tires (Shinko Trail Masters “because they’re an aggressive street-heavy enduro tire that has a good reputation and looks MEAN”) were all added along with new rearsets and hand controls. For the bars Taylor cut up a set of euro bend, low rise bars which he mounted to clip on style clamps and used the thumb throttle from a Honda four wheeler rather than a standard twist throttle. “I did it for better throttle control under various riding conditions... and because it’s different.”

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Feb 20-21, 2015 ne of our favorite and certainly most O unique bike shows of the year returns to Columbus in February – as the EASYRIDERS

2016 BIKE SHOW TOUR concludes with its traditional finale in the Buckeye State. This show brings the most celebrated custom bikes from across the country to the Columbus Convention Center to compete for top honors. This isn’t a dealer show, although there will be factory bikes on display. This show is all about making a bike your own and pushing the limits as to what custom fabricators and painters can do. These are truly rolling works of art and worthy of showcasing them in an event such as this. Many of the industry’s top vendors will also be showing off their products and on-hand to answer questions. And of course, Thunder Roads Ohio will be there! The Thunder Roads Ohio crew will once again host a Thunder Zone right there in the midst of the show in support of our Easyriders friends and all of the bike exhibitors. We will have many of our Iron Angels™ on hand as well to pose with fans and the bikes. Cover and Calendar girls and other feature models will be available as well to autograph magazines and posters. We will also be checking in Ride Card holders for chances to win great prizes – including a $500 Gift Card. If you don’t already have a card – don’t despair! Those same Iron Angels and TRO Staff Members will be able to quickly get you set up with your own, for Free! Just stop by the Thunder Zone and we will take care of everything!

Celebrities and Entertainment his is an exciting show with something T happening throughout the weekend on the main stage and podiums set up throughout

the show. The lovely PURRFECT ANGELZ from NBC’s “America’s Got Talent” will be performing live throughout the weekend. This year’s show also features the lovely Lisa Ligon as MC / Announcer. We had the chance to hang with Lisa at Sturgis – and not only is she beautiful, she’s cool as @#%@! Of course this is a CUSTOM BIKE SHOW – and builders will be on hand along with their bikes. This includes - John Shoppe and Paul Yaffe from the Biker Battleground Phoenix Show, talking with attendees and showing off their creations. There will also be a display of Indian Larry Motorcycles’ Creations at the show. Rusty Coones aka “QUINN”

his year’s Easyrider Invitational features T celebrity guest – Rusty Coones. Rusty played “Quinn” in the television show Sons

of Anarchy and is the founder and lead quitar of Attika7. Coones has long been a member of the motorcycle community and for many years, owned and operated Illusions Cycles, in Westminster, CA. Coones met Kurt Sutter (producer of SOA) and SOA star Charlie Hunnam when they came to a shop open house in 2008. He was then commissioned to build several custom bikes for the show and Sutter himself. Sutter featured several songs from Coones rock-metal band Attika7 on the show and then cast 6 foot, 5 inch bike builder to play a hard core biker on screen. Coones will also be co-starring in a new series on A&E, “American Made”, which premieres on Saturday, Feb 20th. A limited number of VIP Passes are available for the Meet & Greet. You can get more information on them and the show at Easyridersevents.com

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f you’re a professional, part-time, or even IShow recreational bike builder – the Easyriders Bike is an incredible opportunity to showcase

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your work and possibly get it featured in national publications. And incredibly, it’s FREE to enter your bike in the show!

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Compete for your chance to take home one of over 40 Custom Bike Show Trophies and the bragging rights that go with them! Judging of the bikes includes both public voting and scoring by official show judges. There are fourteen classes and four special categories to be awarded – including Best of Show, People’s Choice, Editor’s Choice, and the John Green Award. The John Green Award is given to one old school, bad-ass bike that is selected in the spirit of the legendary promoter and host of the Easyriders shows.

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Basic 5’x10’ bike display spaces are FREE! Of course, you can upgrade your space for additional costs – but the basic spots are offered free of charge. The only catch is that they do ask for competitors to pay standard entry fees for the shows – sounds fair to us.

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AMPLIFIED AWARENESS IV 2-20-16 THE ALROSA VILLA Doors open at 7pm, First Band on at 8pm

Once again, Thunder Roads Ohio has teamed up with The Make It Fit Foundation for their AMPLIFIED AWARENESS BENEFIT CONCERT to benefit kids with Autism and Tourette Syndrome. This is a tremendous event that we are proud to be a part of. Held at the legendary Alrosa Villa, the concert features JASMINE CAIN and special guests SCOTTY BRATCHER and PERFECTLY DAMAGED. Jasmine is one of our favorite performers, and she recently once again headlined the weekend at Piqua BikeFest. She rocked the streets of downtown Piqua, and we are looking forward to seeing her in this more intimate concert venue. This is a great “after party” attended by many of the builders and celebrities from the show. It’s not to be missed! The show is held each year over “Easyriders Weekend” and falls on Saturday, February 20th this year. Doors open at 7pm. Tickets are $10 in advance, and can be purchased online through Ticketmaster – or $15 at the door. For more information, you can visit www.MakeItFit.org or www.Alarosavilla. com. 100% of the ticket sales go to help kids with disabilities.

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Thunder Roads Ohio Magazine EDITOR’S CHOICE RECOMMENDED CAMPGROUND Iron Horse Campground 20446 SD-79 Sturgis, SD 57785 For the last several years, the Thunder Roads Ohio crew has come out to Sturgis to cover the Black Hills Rally and its craziness – and each time we’ve had team members stay at The Iron Horse Campground. As people are beginning to plan for their next pilgrimage to the Mecca of Motorcycle Rallies, we felt it would be appropriate to bestow our EDITOR’S CHOICE AWARD upon the Iron Horse Campground Sturgis, as a recommended campground. We award the EDITOR’S CHOICE AWARD in recognition of our confidence in an establishment and their consistent effort to go above and beyond – not only for us but for other riders we talk to. It is not something that is bought and we don’t offer this in trade or for other compensation. The Iron Horse Campground is situated right below Bear Butte in the midst of everything in Sturgis. It is minutes from all the major concert venues – including the Buffalo Chip, Broken Spoke, and all the downtown locations. For convenience, it simply can’t be beat. Rick, the owner, and his crew work diligently year round to prepare for the rally and they really do a great job of hosting everyone when the time comes. It really feels like you’re staying with family with the reception you get. It’s not the “Ritz Carlton” – it’s a campground, but you’ll be surprised by how comfortable things are. At first I was surprised by the layout and Rick’s decision to place his new bathhouse at the highest point in the campground. It’s situated right in the midst of everything and you can see it from every point on the property. After a couple of days there, though, I fully appreciated the placement and recognized it as the “crowning jewel” of the campground. I pretty much spend my life going to motorcycle rallies and most of them are outdoor rallies with camping. The Iron Horse bathhouse at the top of the hill is easily the nicest and best maintained one I’ve ever seen at any rally – let alone in the midst of STURGIS! I always had plenty of hot water and it seemed as though there was always staff cleaning and checking on things. Many times I saw Rick himself touching things up. Again, it’s not the Ritz – it’s a campground; but it really is done well. THUNDER ROADS® OHIO MAGAZINE

The “Oh Wow” moment here thankfully takes place after you’ve walked out of the shower house in the morning. That’s when you look out over the horizon and have a breathtaking view of the surrounding area. Really it’s amazing. On one side you have Bear Butte, on the other you see all of Sturgis laid out below you. It’s really a great view, especially first thing in the morning. I’ve just spent several paragraphs talking about the bathhouse. It’s really that nice. Beyond that, the Iron Horse offers a comfortable safe place to stay at a very reasonable rate. They offer plenty of primitive camping spots and a large number of RV hookups – although they still sell out every year. They have recently added cabins, which I assume are just as well maintained. People have a lot of different approaches to rallies. If you like going to the parties downtown or a concert down the street, but then like going to a low key spot to sleep at night – the Iron Horse is a great bet. They have a bar and bands at night, but it’s nothing crazy. It’s a good time with good people, which we always enjoy! If you’re looking for a place to stay for Sturgis, give Rick and his crew a call – and tell him Thunder Roads sent ya! The Iron Cowboy, TRO Editor In Chief

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Online Reviews: “This was a great site. I have never been to the Sturgis Rally and this site was close to town and comfortable place to stay. Bathrooms and showers were clean and staff was helpful when i had questions about the area. They have a pavilion there that was a good spot for a bite to eat and bands at night.” Four Stars - Tom B “Staff was friendly, camping was good, restrooms and showers - very clean, there was someone cleaning the restrooms almost every time I went in there!! Going back!! I would highly recommend them!!” Five Stars – Amy H “This place is great!! Clean restrooms/ showers, good food, live music, karaoke, and excellent staff!” – Five Stars – Anonymous Review

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Novice Tip: How to Buy a Used (Dual Sport) Motorcycle Satirist PJ O’Rouke once contemplated which kind of car offered the best handling characteristics for driving drunk. Front engine car, rear engine car – he eventually surmised that the best choice was a rental car; the reason being that it’s essentially an all terrain vehicle. Mud, snow, water, woods – it can go anywhere. He admitted you couldn’t always get it back, but that was only problematic for the rental car company. With relatively few exceptions, every motorcycle manufacturer offers some kind of Dual Sport in their line up. Some bikes are fully equipped for off road racing, some are better suited for asphalt, others strive for a perfect balance between the two. No matter what displacement you decide on or brand you pick, I say the best kind of Dual Sport to buy is a used one. Since Dual Sport motorcycles are made to go off road, it’s inevitable that they end up in the dirt – as in on the ground. A brand new off road bike depreciates the moment it rolls out of the dealership and eventually the pretty graphics that adorn it will become horribly disfigured the first time it cart wheels down a trail or gets ground into the gravel. I say save yourself the heartache of dumping your virgin ride in the dirt and save some money while you’re at it. Plus searching for a used bike offers a delicious sense of anticipation; you might find a bike that has some great upgrades like a Methanol Injection System or cup holder. DECIPHERING ADS There’s something about trawling through the motorcycle ads on Craigslist that’s reminiscent of hunting for treasure at a thrift store – just without the funky odor or annoyingly friendly handicapped people who work there. Sift through enough size 44 underwear, old crutches, and motel art and eventually you’re bound to turn up a good deal, all it takes is patience and a lot of hand sanitizer. Ads might tell you a little something about the bike, but they can also reveal a lot about the seller. During my (brief, half-assed) research for this post I spent some time browsing on Craigslist and found some blatant examples of this. If I manipulated them into a ‘greatest hits’ compilation, the ad would read like this : 50

in the middle of a meticulously manicured lawn or a clean well organized garage it stands to reason they’ve cared for the bike in the same fashion. The next step is to verify it with a phone call.

Badas bike for sale!!!!!! Street leagle duel sport for sale relly fast will blow away a CR500!!!! New power band and 1 set of street tires 1 set of paddel tires!!! NOT a bike for beginers!!!!! If your loeking for a cool bike this is it!!!! 1000 dollers firm or make offer will concider trade for guns or septic tank. Several conclusions can be drawn from an in depth critical analysis of this example. The first and foremost being that there’s a distinct possibility the seller’s parents were already related before they got married. The second is that he’s an imbecile. And third – I don’t want to buy anything from him.

CUSTOM SEAT! Hyperbole aside, I do tend to assume that if someone has trouble spelling two syllable words they’re probably a little dense. This doesn’t mean you have to be well versed in the King’s English to perform routine maintenance on a motorcycle. But there’s no mention of maintenance at all, or upgrades, or Title. There’s also the new powerband, set of paddle tires, and boisterous claim it will blow away a CR500. Taking all of these things into consideration along with the overzealous use of exclamation points paints a mental image of someone who’s soft between the ears and hard on a bike.

NEVER BEEN RACED! The phone call is an important part of the process because it can be a time saver. Asking the right questions during your conversation with the seller can quickly determine whether or not the bike is worth pursuing any further. A great staring point is asking why the seller wants to get rid of the bike in the first place. If they say they’re tired of the suspension bottoming out lap after lap on the local motocross track, you might consider hanging up right then and there. Other vital bits of history to inquire about is if they are the original owner – or how many previous owners there have been, what past damage has been done, if there are maintenance records, if there are aftermarket parts on the bike, if they kept the stock parts that were replaced (you can sell them on Ebay!), and do they have the title. I also like to ask if the bike been washed since its last ride. If it hasn’t ask them not to before you see it – a good degreaser and bucket o’ suds can easily wash away any evidence of oil leaks. If you still feel good about the bike after this conversation, go check it out!

As the saying goes, a picture is worth a thousand words. Looking past the bike in the ad’s picture can help determine what kind of person the seller is. If the bike is sitting symmetrically on a service stand

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THE JOY OF PROFILING

DON’T EVEN BOTHER Any Criminal Minds or Law & Order fan will tell you how the art of profiling can be used to catch a crook. A similar, more rudimentary technique can also help reveal a bike that’s been held captive in an abusive home. When I go look at a bike, I’m also checking out the seller – his car, his house, and his garage. Someone who has yet to comprehend basic dental hygiene and lives in a dilapidated house with a yard full of rusted nautilus equipment and a car that has one window made of duct tape parked in front of a garage door which can’t be closed because there’s a pile of dead appliances spilling out of it tends to raise a red flag for me. On the other hand, if the seller makes you take your shoes off before entering his checker-board-linoleumfloored garage and the bike for sale is sitting on a Persian rug under a spot light with a folder full of service records filed in chronological order on the seat, it’s a pretty good indication the bike has been well maintained. Profiling isn’t an exact science and there are exceptions to everything, but disorganized disheveled clutter can be indicative of a scatter brained ADD afflicted owner that can’t remember when he changed the oil last or if the bike was gone through since it got dumped in a creek. THE FUZZY EYEBALL

There’s a lot of territory to cover when inspecting a used bike. Starting with the overall esthetic of the bike, look for the obvious first. Dings and dents probably mean the bike’s fallen over a few times; long deep scratches indicate it went down hard. Check visible portions of the frame and subframe for cracked welds. Glance at the hardware for signs of removal – nuts and bolts with flats that appear to have been chewed on by ravenous squirrels means someone with the aptitude and dexterity of an Orangutan used vice grips or channel locks to work on the bike. Brake rotor bolts and the drain plug are common crime scenes. If you have access to a service stand, bring it. Getting the bike up off the ground is a great way to check for bearing play in the wheels, rear swing arm and steering stem. Bad wheel bearings are a relatively cheap and easy fix, swing arm and steering bearings are not. While it’s on the stand don’t forget to check for wonky wheels, loose spokes, and dented rims. Since twisting the throttle on a motorcycle is way more fun than slowing down, brakes are frequently neglected by people with a casual attitude towards servicing a bike. Check pad and rotor wear (older drum brakes usually have arrow marks on the outside that indicate replacement is due when they align) and overall operation. Changing the brake fluid is also an often overlooked maintenance task; if the fluid looks clean and new and has the fresh, sweet poisonous taste of Ethylene Glycol it means the seller was probably diligent with servicing theentire bike. Brake pads – as well as tubes, tires, chains, and sprockets – are wear parts and are replaced on a regular basis. You’ll have to swap them out at some point anyway. However, these should not be confused with worn parts. Frayed cables and wallowed out levers aren’t necessarily a deal breaker as long as they’re reflected in the price. Wiring harnesses mummified from end to end in old gooey duct tape is another story.

SEVERELY STRIPPED SHIFT SHAFT Don’t forget the basics: check oil, coolant, and the air filter – note whether or not mice have made a time share in the air box. Pop the fuel cap off and huff some gas to see if it’s stale, huff some more to see imaginary bugs crawling on your legs, keep huffing to totally fry your brain and end up working in a thrift store. When you’re done hallucinating try to peer into the bottom of the tank for sediment (or signs of rust if it’s a metal tank), then check the petcock and throttle operation. Pulling the spark plug andreading it can provide an invaluable indication of the current state of the engine; be leery of a brand new plug. Check for excessive play on the shift shaft. After making sure everything functions properly, fire it up! Many four strokes with a kick start only have a ritual when it comes to starting – find Top Dead Center, decompression lever in, push down slowly until something clicks, poke your tongue out of the corner of your mouth, crack the throttle, cross your eyes, and recite the Serenity Prayer in your head as you kick down firmly. Odds are each seller has their particular starting routine down to a science and can easily demonstrate the procedure. Once the bike is running check lighting and indicator operation. After the test ride (assuming you and the bike haven’t burst into flames) take the time to do another close visual inspection – checking for evidence of bulimic oil seals and loose or dangling parts. Make sure you also check your gut for any sign of malaise before making an offer.(Cont'd P.52)

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CONTINUED FROM P.51 The problem was the bike didn’t run right. It started easily and sounded great but would sputter, burp, and bog when I began to twist the throttle. Twisting harder, the bike found its way through the hole and roared to life. The seller tried to convince me (and himself) this was normal but eventually admitted he had always ridden two stroke dirt bikes and didn’t know what was wrong with it. But I did. I also knew someone who could help me fix it.

DON’T BUY IT, IT’S TOO SMALL FOR US – I MEAN YOU! One of the best tools you can bring to check out a used bike is a friend – and yes, I just called your friend a tool. Friends offer an extra set of eyes while scanning for potential problems. If you can find one (assuming you have more than one, or any for that matter) who owns the same kind of bike you’re looking at, even better! He can easily compare it with his bike and assure you that the starter always sounds like an empty beer can with two marbles in it. Close friends are also apt to give honest opinions and tell you if the bike is under powered, over priced, or makes you look like the proverbial monkey and football while riding it. BOTTOM LINE The condition of any used bike for sale is subjective to the asking price, and vice versa. A perfect example of this is my ’02 DRZ400 which I bought used in 2004. After a long detailed phone conversation with the seller (who assured me the bike was perfect) I drove two hours to check it out. The bike looked brand new and was laden with aftermarket parts – including an expensive full exhaust system from White Brothers. All this was reflected in the price.

I ended up buying the bike for 700 dollars off the asking price, which made it a screaming deal. It cost me 30 bucks and a Saturday afternoon (with the generous help of a motorcycle mechanic friend) to tune the carburetor properly for the aftermarket exhaust and the bike ran great. So when you’re shopping for a used bike make sure the condition and asking price are proportional and remember – used bikes aren’t necessarily broken down bikes, some are just broken in! Reprinted from DualSportAlchemy.com

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What kind of Club are you a member of? No, I’m not talking about MC, RC, MCC, etc. I mean are you the kind of club that has your back? Are you “playing” motorcycle club, or are you “Living” like a motorcycle club? I understand that Social Clubs are just that, Social. They are a Hobby. Do you understand that a Motorcycle Club isn’t a hobby? Or at least it shouldn’t be if you are Keeping It Real. A Motorcycle Club is Family. Just like any other family should be, you should have each and every one of your Brothers back at every turn. That means if they are hungry, and you have food, they eat. If they are down and out, and you are up, you share. If anyone messes with them, they mess with all of you. Now, having said that it is also your Brothers responsibility not to take advantage of this Family Kindness. They owe it to the Family to make an effort. To make decisions that reflects well on you and the Family. Not to put their needs ahead of the Family, the Club or the Brotherhood. It’s unfortunate when we see Brothers take advantage of the Club time and time again. Those Brothers need to be reminded that kindness is not weakness. It’s sad but has generally proven true that the ones who constantly need bailed out rarely stay in the club too long. It’s not just constant financial woes, but how they act as a Family Member toward other people too. If they march around in public with a chip on their shoulder and cause constant drama with LE or other clubs, they need to be put in check by the Family. In turn, how would your club react if a member comes into the clubhouse and says he was just disrespected by some citizen or other club? Would your Family sit there and discuss it, or would they immediately go and rectify that situation? There are “Real” Clubs in existence today, and then there are far too may “Poser” Clubs. I don’t just mean LE “Clubs” Posing as “Outlaw Motorcycle Clubs”, I mean groups of Biker Friends putting on the same Logo and pretending to be a Motorcycle Club. Sure, they dress alike, they (hopefully) all ride a motorcycle, they elect officers, they might even pay voluntary dues, but that’s where the similarity ends. They don’t take care of business. They don’t stand up 56

for themselves or each other. They don’t defend their patch. If you are in a “Club” that can’t or won’t come together and defend your patch and each other at any cost, then I have news for you. You are not in a Motorcycle Club at all. You are in a Social Club of Motorcycle Enthusiasts. My advice is to enjoy it for what it is, or step up to a Nation that Demands respect, whoever that may be in your area. But for the love of all things MC History, don’t fly an “MC” on your patch if you’re not going to act like one. It just dilutes the integrity of all Real Nations.

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BUCKEYE FIREARMS REPORT I Trust You - With a Gun or a Car by Jeff Knox

ver the Christmas weekend my wife and I spent some time on the road traveling to visit family and friends. As usual, I was driving about 5 miles per hour over the posted speed limit of 65, and I assume the cars coming from the other direction were doing about the same, which reminded me of an analogy I have often used when talking about trust, responsible behavior and the different perceptions people have about given situations. Two cars driving opposite directions on a two-lane road at 70 miles per hour are effectively approaching each other at 140 miles per hour. At speeds like that, bumpers, crush zones, airbags and seat belts are not likely to be of much use. The only thing between you and that 17-yearold in the ’95 Chevy Silverado coming at you at 140 miles per hour is a 3-inchwide stripe of yellow paint, yet most of us face this situation almost every day without much thought. So as Janet and I wound our way from Wickenberg toward Yarnell and Peeples Valley, I wondered how many of the occupants of the cars swooshing past us would have been uncomfortable standing in line behind me in the supermarket when they noticed the .45 on my hip. Most real Arizonans would hardly take notice, but we have a lot of refugees from places like California and New York who are easily shocked by such a sight. Nothing in my appearance or demeanor presents a threat to them, but they don’t trust me and are concerned simply because I have a gun. They have an irrational fear of guns – hoplophobia.

of two tons of steel rolling down the road at highway speed. So far, I’ve not seen anyone doing that down at the local WalMart. Being safe with a gun is exponentially simpler than being safe with a car. To be safe with a gun, a person only needs to know and follow four simple rules: 1. Always treat every gun as if it’s loaded (which would preclude removing it from the holster in public except in an emergency). 2. Never point it at anything you are not intending or willing to kill or destroy. 3. Never allow your finger into the trigger guard until your sights are on your intended target. 4. Always be aware of what’s behind and beyond your target. Gun owners actively practice those rules to the point that, like driving, they become automatic. But unlike many drivers, responsible gun owners don’t permit themselves to simply trust their autopilot mode. We remain actively aware of our safety habits even after they become second nature, because we understand just how costly even a minor mistake can be. Sure, not all gun owners are as dedicated and conscientious as I am, but the vast majority are conscientious enough to be sure that they never pose a threat to themselves or others.

The point is, the vast majority of gun owners are far more safe and responsible than the vast majority of drivers. Certainly there are exceptions, people who are irresponsible with guns or use them for criminal purposes, but those exceptions are few and dwindling. Accidental death and injuries involving firearms have been steadily going down for decades, and we will keep working to reduce those tragedies even further. Similarly, violent crime involving firearms has also gone down dramatically, even as the number of “guns on the street” has gone up exponentially. Those who would infringe on our rights are fond of pointing out that the U.S. has a much higher “gun murder” rate than most other “developed” nations, but if you don’t include the “gun murders” in a few troubled neighborhoods in a handful of U.S. cities, our “gun murder” rate is among the lowest in the world, while our overall murder rate is even better. And it’s worth noting that the majority of those high “gun murder” neighborhoods are in cities and states with strict gun control laws. If you owned or carried a gun, would you do so responsibly? Would you keep it in the holster except in emergencies or at appropriate times and places? Would you seek out training and practice the rules of gun safety? Would you be at least as responsible with your gun as you are with your car or truck? (Continued p.63)

I have difficulty understanding hoplophobes. I understand that guns can be dangerous. In fact, I’m sure I understand the danger much better than any of the hoplophobes I occasionally encounter, but I also understand that a gun in a holster is like a parked car. It’s an inanimate object with no volition or malice. It’s going to stay right where it is, causing no threat and doing no harm, unless a person chooses otherwise. Unlike cars, guns stay in their holsters while their owners are cruising through traffic. A gun owner would need to walk around with the gun in hand, swinging it and pointing it like a TV cop clearing a building for it to be comparable to the immediate threat 60

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BUCKEYE FIREARMS REPORT (From p.60) Then why would you think that your neighbor would be less responsible? Why would you think that the same person you trust to be whizzing past you at a combined speed of 140 miles per hour, could not be trusted with a gun? I trust you with a car or a gun, just as I trust myself with a car or a gun. Those who can’t be trusted to follow the rules of safety can’t be trusted to follow the laws on possession either, so really you and I don’t have any say about what they do anyway. But if worse comes to worst, at least I might be able to shoot the guy before he shoots me or someone I love. Trust me, that’s the only reason I carry. ©2016 The Firearms Coalition, all rights reserved. Reprinting, posting, and distributing permitted with inclusion of this copyright statement. www.FirearmsCoalition.org.

The 4 Rules of Gun Safety The 4 rules of gun safety were put in place to ensure that no accidents happen. If these rules are followed 100% of the time, you can rest assured that you will never have an accident with your firearms. These rules vary depending on the source, but the below list happens to be our favorite. The 1st Law: The Gun Is Always Loaded (Unless you’ve confirmed otherwise – but then still treat it as if it is.) The 2nd Law: Never Point The Gun At Something You Are Not Prepared To Destroy Remembering the first rule, The Gun Is ALWAYS Loaded, you should never point it toward anything that you are not prepared to destroy. The 3rd Law: Always Be Sure Of Your Target And What Is Behind It Bullets can go through – and beyond – your intended target. Knowing what’s behind your target is an essential step to safety and responsibility. The 4th Law: Keep Your Finger Off The Trigger Until Your Sights Are On The Target This 4th rule, arguably the most important one, should be practiced 100% of the time (as with all of these rules). With any modern firearm, as long as your finger is away from the trigger guard, your firearm will not discharge. Knowing this, there should be 0% chance of a negligent discharge. Notice we didn’t say ‘accidental discharge’, because there is no such thing. It’s negligent, period. Every single time that you pick up a firearm, you should be doing it as shown in the image to the right. With this mindset each and every time, it will become second nature. Should you have to draw your firearm one day, you will instinctively place your trigger finger along the frame and slide instead of directly on the trigger or inside the trigger guard. THUNDER ROADS® OHIO MAGAZINE

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Italian Stuffed Chicken

RECIPES

Tequila Lime Pork Loin Serves 6-8 (or 4 hungry bikers) 1 cup tequila 1 lime, zested and juiced 2 tbsp olive oil 3 tbsp garlic, minced ¼ tsp salt 3-4 lb boneless pork loin 2 limes, zested and juiced 1 tbsp dried oregano 1 tbsp black pepper 1 tbsp brown sugar 1 tsp chili powder 1 tsp dried thyme ½ tsp salt Combine tequila, lime juice, lime zest, oil, garlic, and salt in a ziplock bag, seal and squish around to mix well. Place pork loin on a cutting board and poke it several times with a sharp knife to make small holes all over (this will help the marinade get in). Place pork loin into the bag with the marinade, zip shut getting as much air out as possible, then squish around again to be sure the marinade gets ALL over the meat. Allow to sit in the fridge over night. When you’re ready to cook, remove the meat from the ziplock and discard. Preheat the oven to 350. In a small bowl mix the lime zest, oregano, black pepper, brown sugar, chili powder, thyme, and salt, stir well to combine then coat the entire surface of the pork with the mixture. Place the pork on a rack in a shallow roasting pan and cook for 1 to 1 1/15 hours until the internal temp reaches 150 degrees. Remove from oven and cover with a tin foil tent to rest for 10 minutes.

Serve 4 (or 2 hungry bikers) 4 large chicken breast 2 cups Italian season bread crumbs (I prefer panko) 1 tsp black pepper Salt to taste 1 ½ cup ricotta cheese (ue low or no fat to cut out some calories) ¼ cup parmesan cheese, grated or shred 1 tbsp fresh basil, chopped 1 tbsp garlic, minced ¼ tsp oregano 1-2 cups baby spinach, chopped ½ cup fresh sun dried tomatoes, diced 2 tsp olive oil Preheat oven to 400 and coat a baking sheet with cooking spray. Cut each chicken breast length wise so it opens like a dook, but do NOT cut all the way through, you need it to be connected on one side to hold the stuffing. Coat completely, on all sides, with bread crumbs. Mix the ricotta, parmesan, basil, garlic, oregano, spinach, and tomato in a bowl. Stuff the chicken with ricotta mix and roll in more bread crumbs so its good and coated Stick tooth picks through the chicken to keep closed, and set aside. Heat the oil in a skillet and lightly brown the stuffed chicken on both sides (about 3-4 minutes each side. Place onto the baking sheet and cook for about 25-35 minutes until cooked through. Serve hot!

Then slice and serve!! YUMMO!

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FUNNY STUFF BECAUSE EVERYONE NEEDS A GOOD LAUGH NOW AND THEN... Good plan

Valentine's Day Jim asked his friend, Tony, whether he had bought his wife anything for Valentine's Day. 'Yes,' came the answer from Tony who was a bit of a chauvinist, 'I've bought her a belt and a bag.' 'That was very kind of you,' Jim added, 'I hope she appreciated the thought.' Tony smiled as he replied, 'So do I, and hopefully the vacuum cleaner will work better now.' Thinking ahead Roger, who was 19 years old, was buying an expensive bracelet, to surprise his girlfriend on Valentine's Day, at a very smart jeweller's shop in Hatton Garden, London.

Little David comes home from first grade and tells his father that they learned about the history of Valentine's Day. "Since Valentine's Day is for a Christian saint and we're Jewish," he asks, "will God get mad at me for giving someone a valentine?"

Two senior citizens are pushing their carts around Walmart, looking left and right, when they collidehead-on.

David's father thinks a bit, then says "No, I don't think God would get mad. Who do you want to give a valentine to?"

I'm looking for my wife, and I guess I wasn't paying attention to where I was going." The second old guy says, "That's OK, it's a coincidence.

"Why Osama Bin Laden," his father asks in shock.

I'm looking for my wife, too.

"Well," David says, "I thought that if a little American Jewish boy could have enough love to give Osama a valentine, he might start to think that maybe we're not all bad, and maybe start loving people a little bit. And if other kids saw what I did and sent valentines to Osama, he'd love everyone a lot. And then he'd start going all over the place to tell everyone how much he loved them and how he didn't hate anyone anymore." His father's heart swells and he looks at his boy with newfound pride. "David, that's the most wonderful thing I've ever heard."

Roger thought for a moment, grinned, then answered, 'No, instead engrave "To my one and only love".'

"I know," David says, "and once that gets him out in the open, the Marines can shoot him."

Roger retorted with a glint in his eye, 'Not exactly romantic, but very practical. This way, if we break up, I can use it again.' Payback A very shy guy goes into a pub on Valentine's Day night and sees a beautiful young woman sitting alone at the bar. After an hour of gathering up his courage he finally goes over to her and asks tentatively, "Um, would you mind if I brought you a drink?" She responds by yelling, at the top of her lungs, "No, I won't sleep with you tonight!"Everyone in the pub started staring at them. Naturally, the guy was terribly and completely embarrassed and he slinks back to his table totally red faced. After a few minutes, the woman walks over to him and apologizes. She smiles at him and says, "I'm really sorry if I embarrassed you just then. You see, I'm a graduate student in psychology and I'm studying how people respond to embarrassing situations."At this the guy responds, at the top of his lungs, "What do you mean? $300?"

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The first guy says to the second guy,"Sorry about that.

"Osama Bin Laden," David says.

The jeweller inquired, 'Would you like your girlfriend's name engraved on it?'

The jeweller smiled and said, 'Yes, sir; how very romantic of you.'

Find my wife

in-laws... A couple drove 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 mules, goats and pigs, the husband asked sarcastically, "Relatives of yours?" "Yep," the wife replied, "in-laws." Newborn Two elderly gentlemen from a retirement center were sitting on a bench under a tree when one turned to the other and said:

I can’t find her and I'm getting a little desperate." The first old guy says, "Well, maybe I can help you find her. What does she look like?" "Well, she is 27 yrs old, tall, with red hair, blue eyes, long legs, and is wearing short shorts. What does your wife look like?" "She can wait. Let's look for yours." Here's your sign... A truck driver was driving along on the freeway. A sign comes up that reads, " Low Bridge Ahead." Before he knows it, the bridge is right ahead of him and he gets stuck under the bridge. Cars are backed up for miles. Finally, a police car comes up. The cop gets out of his car and walk s to the truck driver, puts his hands on his hips and says, "Got stuck, huh?" The truck driver says, "No, I was delivering this bridgeand ran out of gas. Sneak Attack

'Slim, I'm 83 years old now and I'm just full of aches and pains.

A man went to the Police Station wishing to speak with the burglar who had broken into his house the night before.

I know you're about my age. How do you feel?'

"You'll get your chance in court." said the Desk Sergeant.

Slim said, 'I feel just like a newborn baby.''Really!? Like a newborn baby?' 'Yep. No hair, no teeth, and I think I just wet my pants.

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