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Summer 2016 Volume 1, Issue 2

Ride With Us! Tri-State's ONLY Motorcycle Magazine!!

PUBLISHER Leather N Chrome LLC Graphics & Production Amy Little/DyDesigns To Advertise Contact:

Mac Webb 812-686-7070 mac.webb@leathernchrome.com

Leather N Chrome is published every quarter. All rights reserved. No part of the magazine may be reproduced without express written consent of Leather N Chrome. The Publisher accepts no responsibility for slander of any group or organization, failure to produce any issue as scheduled due to reasons beyond our control, errors or omissions of content. All submissions sent to Leather N Chrome are considered as unconditionally assigned for publication and copyright purposes. Publisher accepts no responsibility for any and all suits for liable, plagiarism, copyright infringement and unauthorized use of a person's name or photograph. Publisher does not promote the abuse of alcohol.

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Summer 2016

The 2016 riding season is well underway.

I’m excited and thrilled to start this new adventure with all of the bikers in our area. The Tri-State has long needed a publication to bring together all bikers from all walks of life and help each other make the connections we all share on our rides.

I hope this publication does a few things for our parties. I hope bikers can use this as a tool of entertainment, advice and guidance throughout all of our articles, topics, write-ups and events. I hope all of our

businesses that support our love of motorcycles will be patronized. We really appreciate their generosity to further foster our community by helping each of us help each other. The summer of 2016 is going to be a great year and I can’t wait to see each of you at the many events held across our tristate.

As always, keep the wheels down and chrome up.

Mac Webb | Leather N Chrome | Road Warrior | 812-686-7070 PAGE 3

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Summer Events

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Evansville / Owensboro Map

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Pistons Bar & Grill Featured Bike

Wayback Burgers Lincoln Pioneer Village Around Town

Biker Laws

We're Social

16 17 18 19 20 21 22 My First Bike

Bikes and Bites

Show-Me’s/ Mystique Winery Ladies in Leather Mechanic Mike Steve’s American Cycle Crossword

Word Search

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PISTONS- PG 8&9 LIVE MUSIC & BIKE MEET-UP TIME: 6-9 JUNE: 9,16,23,30 JULY:7, 14, 21, 28 MYSTIQUE WINERY- PG 18 LIVE MUSICTIME:1-5 JUNE: 11, 12, 18, 19, 25, 26 JULY:2, 3, 9, 10, 16, 17, 23, 24, 30, 31 MYSTIQUE WINERY- PG 18 CAJUN FEST TIME: 11-8 JUNE 18 & 19 WAYBACK BURGERS- PG 11 BIKE NIGHTTIME:6-9 JUNE: 9, 16, 23, 30 JULY: 7, 14, 21, 28 SHOW-ME’S OF OWENSBORO- PG 18 BIKE NIGHT TIME: 6-10 JUNE: 12, 19, 26 JULY: 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 LINCOLN PIONEER VILLAGE- PG11 ABE LINCOLN FREEDOM FESTIVAL TIME: 9-9 JULY 2ND PAGE 5 1.2.005.SummerEvents.indd 5

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EVANSVILLE & SURROUNDING AREAS

BAR AND GRILL 1 PISTONS 2131 W FRANKLIN EVANSVILLE IN

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WAYBACK BURGERS 624 E DIAMOND AVE EVANSVILLE IN 812-422- 4999

3 115 CROSS POINTE BLVD EVANSVILLE IN WAYBACK BURGERS 812-475- 9272

MYSTIQUE WINERY

GORE RD LYNNVILLE IN 4 13000 812-922- 5612

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OWENSBORO & SURROUNDING AREAS

AMERICAN CYCLE1 STEVE'S 934 SYCAMORE ST ROCKPORT IN.

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PIONEER VILLAGE & MUSEUM 2 LINCOLN 928 FAIRGROUND DR. ROCKPORT IN 812-649- 9147

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SHOW-MES

FREDERICA OWENSBORO KY 4 5000 270-683- 7788

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Business Spotlight

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here’s a place one short ride away that has everything you could think of. All you have to do is head west on Franklin Street toward St. Joe Avenue. Here is where you’ll find Pistons Bar and Grill. At Pistons, a biker friendly bar, you can cruise right up with your buddies and have your choice of 86 beers on tap! Yes! I said 86 beers on tap, daily! The 86 beers on tap is undoubtedly one of the widest selections in the tri-state! Pistons is more than a watering hole. They serve a variety of delicious dishes to satisfy your hunger. Ask any of the regulars, and they’ll tell you the cheese sticks are a must. Don’t worry about the size of your group, Pistons capacity can comfortable hold 400. The only balcony overlooking historic Franklin Street can be found here at Pistons Bar and Grill. If you’re looking for a great bar and grill that’s biker friendly, look no further. Pistons has everything you and your fellow riders and friends could want.

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Phone: 812-401-1699 Welcome to Pistons Bar & Restaurant LOCATED IN EVANSVILLE, IN Are you looking for great atmosphere, a lively crowd and a fantastic food and drink menu? If so, come to Pistons restaurant today! At Pistons in Evansville, IN, we offer more than your average neighborhood bar. Whether you're looking for live entertainment, excited about watching your favorite sports team or ready to dance the night away, our huge space and convenient location can provide everything your heart desires.

Monday 11am-12am Tue-Saturday 11am-3am Sunday 11am-12am

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FEATURED BIKE

2004 Harley Road King QUICK VIEW: 88 inch motor 54,000 Miles Vance and Hines Exhaust Luggage Rack White Wall Tires Oil pump, Cam chain, tensioner upgrades

Sitting on this 2004 Harley Road King, it’s easy to imagine yourself cruising down the interstate or taking a relaxing ride around the twists and turns of Highway 66.

This affordable Harley Road King is a can’t miss opportunity.

The Road King has the ability to produce a massive amount of torque yet provide a comfortable ride similar to a true touring bike. This is the perfect combination of style and power. The bike has had recent upgrades to the oil pump, cam chain, and tensioner. The aesthetics are beautiful and are complemented with luggage racks, sissy bars, and white wall tires! A Vance and Hines exhaust give this ride the classic Harley rumble. With a price tag so reasonable, you’d be missing out on a HUGE deal! All you have to do is call Steve’s American Cycle in Rockport Indiana 812-649-4402.

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"Always Fresh Never Frozen"

115 Crosspointe Blvd.

Evansville, IN 624 E .Diamond Ave. Evansville, IN Bike Night Every Thursday 6-9pm PAGE 11

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Around The Town!

Dirt Roads &

Mystique Live Music

Mystique Live Music

Pistons Bike Night Wayback Burgers

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Pistons Bike Night

Dirt Roads & Denim @ Mystique

Music Show-Me’s Bike Night

Heritage Days Lincoln Pioneer Village

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Motorcycle Laws DO YOU KNOW? • In the state of Indiana handlebar height should be no higher than the shoulders of the driver when seated.

IC 9-19-7-1 • In the State of Kentucky there are no restrictions for handlebar height • In the state of Indiana a passenger must have a seat and footrest IC 9-19-7-2 IC 9-21-10-1 • In the State of Kentucky lane splitting is not authorized.

• In the state of Kentucky, eye protection is required by law KY Statutes 189.285 • Neither Indiana or Kentucky have a maximum sound level.

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My First Bike…

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It was a hot summers day, one week until the 4th of July. I had searched the internet for used motorcycles and saved just enough to buy a running, well-used motorcycle. Not knowing much about motorcycles, other than the fact I needed one, I had my checkbook ready if I found one that ran. It was a black 1984 Suzuki GS750. It ran, had a terrible matte black hand brushed paint job BUT I had to have it! I taught myself the ropes for 2 weeks before I ventured onto well-travelled roads.

(I suggest a learners course for all new riders). It took one spin around town, a compliment and I was hooked. I rode every chance I got. I never really understood what motorcyclist would mean when they’d talk about the feeling and freedom they got from riding the open road. $775 and a 1984 Suzuki showed me what I’ve been missing out on my whole life.

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Bikes and Bites

BBQ (CHICKEN OR PORK)

Ingredients:

1 Tablespoon Butter 1/2 Cup BBQ Sauce 1 Diced onion 1/2 Cup Water 1/2 Teaspoon Salt 4 Cups Shredded Chicken or Pulled Pork 3 Tablespoon Cider Vinegar Hot Sauce

Directions!

1. Melt butter in a medium saucepan, add onion and sprinkle salt 2. Once soft, add vinegar BBQ Sauce, water and simmer 5 minutes.

3. Add meat to mixture and stir until heated (5 Mins) 4. Add Hot Sauce and Pepper to taste 5. Serve & Enjoy!

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Bike Nights Every Sunday 6-10pm Hours: M-Sat 11am-2am Sun 11am-11pm Phone: 270-683-7788

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Ladies in Leather

OK, you’ve been riding back for years and now you want to saw on the throttle? We’ve got you covered! We’re going to look at a style and option most women prefer. A great choice for women is the Yamaha V Star. The V Star is available with different CCs (250, 650, 950) and slightly different composition. If you’re just learning to ride, the 250 may be suitable for you. The 250 possesses less power and has a lighter weight. You can always upgrade to a bigger bike when you’re comfortable. If you’re already confident in your ability, a 650 may be for you.

Because of its ample size and power, most women never trade up. Both of these options offer a low seat and low center of gravity. This makes either size you choose very manageable. Each bike offers a great level of comfort! If you’re looking to get into riding, check both of these out at your nearest dealer!

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V Star 250 Displacement: 249cc Seat Height:27’ Final Drive: Chain Transmission: 5 Speed MSRP:$4,340

V Star 650 Displacement: 649cc Seat Height: 27’ Final Drive: Shaft Transmission: 5 Speed MSRP: $6,990

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Mechanic Mike

get asked quite often “what kind of oil should I use”? Or “what kind of oil do you run”? If you study the properties in oils, it gets complex. Simply put, most oils are good oils. The first thing you should do is look in your owners manual and find what weight of oil your bike takes. Example: 10-40W, 5-30W etc. If you feel you must run the Honda oil, Yamalube etc, by all means…go for it. Just make sure that whatever oil you choose has the API, SN on the bottle. It will be on the back. My personal preference is Castrol Oil because it has a higher boiling point, more additives and it takes longer to break down. So, the next time your bike needs an oil change….

1. Find out the weight of the oil your bike takes.

2. Make sure the oil is API service rated.

Keep the Wheels Rolling!

About Mechanic Mike Mechanic Mike attended the American Motorcycle Institution in Daytona, Florida graduating in 1977. He has been a certified motorcycle mechanic for Harley Davidson, Honda, Kawasaki, Polaris, Suzuki and Yamaha for the last 39 years.

Mechanic Mike

3. Compare the prices of oil.

Till next time….

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1. A Suzuki GSX1300R - a notoriously powerful motorcycle.

4. A motorcycle that is unmodified the original factory specifications (no aftermarket parts).

5. A toothed machine part that meshes with another toothed part to transmit motion or to change speed or direction.

7. low and long motorcycles including many motorcycles in the Harley-Davidson lineup.

They tend to be big and heavy but usually have a pretty powerful engine to match.

9. - A small sport bike with high horsepower, often with an aggressive riding posture.

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2. High motorcycle handlebars, often with handgrips at or above the shoulders.

3. A road rally style motorcycle run where riders stop at 5 checkpoints along the route to draw playing cards.

6. Riding a motorcycle on the rear wheel only with the front wheel suspended in the air.

8. Police officers 10. Motorcycle tires…or car tires…or bicycle tires…

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