Monday, February 08, 2010

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Life's journey is not to arrive at the grave safely
in a well-preserved body, but rather to skid in slowly,
totally worn out, shouting, "Holy Shit! What a ride!'"
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Hear Billy's Biker Reports
every Friday morning between 9:30 & 9:45 on WPDH - 101.5 FM - Dutchess and Orange Counties
106.1 FM - Sullivan County
E-mail Billy at topcoat69@aol.com
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IMPORTANT MESSAGES FROM BILLY:

SYMPTOMS OF A STROKE or transient ischemic attack (TIA) develop quickly and include sudden:

  • Numbness, tingling, or weakness in or an inability to move part (such as the face, arm, and leg) or all of one side of the body.
  • Vision changes such as dimness, blurring, double vision, or loss of vision in one or both eyes.
  • Difficulty speaking or understanding speech.
  • Nausea or vomiting.
  • Severe headache that is different from previous headaches and has no known cause.
  • Dizziness, clumsiness, staggering, or fainting (loss of consciousness).

A stroke is an emergency and requires immediate medical attention.

Ask 3 simple questions

Although symptoms of a stroke are sometimes difficult to identify, this basic one-minute test will help you identify the facial weakness, arm weakness, or speech problems that typically occur after a stroke. Ask the person to do the following three tasks:

smile raise both arms speak a simple sentence If he or she has trouble with any of these, call 911 immediately and describe the symptoms. If an individual can complete these tasks but displays other symptoms, they may still require emergency attention. Stroke is a treatable condition, but the treatment window is small. Learn to recognize the warning signs, and if stroke is suspected, dial 911 immediately. Don't try to diagnose the problem yourself and don't wait to see if the symptoms go away. Time is crucial to saving brain cells and lives.

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New: rings, wires, circuit breakers, ignition coil, ignition & charging system, starter, bendix drive, solenoid, brake light switch, clutch cable, throttle cable, makuni carburetor, pingle petcock, battery, rims & spokes (twisted stainless steel & chrome)
Call (845) 534-5925

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The Human Beinz (Top Ten 60's Hit Recording Artists)

Hear their song "Nobody But Me" on the Kill Bill: Vol. 1 soundtrack, on ESPN's The Greatest Crowd-Rockin' Anthems Of All Time, on J&R's Music World Presents Rock And Roll's Greatest Hits Of All Time and in Martin Scorsese's 2006 film The Departed.

Wanna order their CD? E-mail them at mailto:athumanbeinz05@yahoo.com
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http://www.helpeddieryan.com/, www.redwhiteandblucoutdoors.com Get a t-shirt for only $20 at www.gunnersgear.com/sgt_ryan. Eddie gets at least $15 of every shirt sold.

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ANNUAL SPRING BREAKOUT INDOOR MOTORCYCLE SHOW & SWAP MEET

SUNDAY, APRIL 11

10:30 am-5 pm

Ice Time Sports Complex

21 Lakeside Road

Newburgh, NY

Motorcycles, Parts, Accessories, Jewelry, Crafts, Leather, Tattoos, Food

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MOTORCYCLE MANIA SHOW

SATURDAY AND SUNDAY, APRIL 24 & 25

Westchester County Center

198 Central Avenue

White Plains, NY 10606

(914) 995-4050‎

10 am to 6 pm

This family-friendly event promises to deliver heart-pounding excitement with the coolest contests and prizes open to everyone, celebrities from the motorcycle world and the top vendors showcasing the hottest and newest trends in bikes, accessories, tools, parts, apparel and gear at phenomenal discounts. If you want to browse and/or purchase the most exciting products available in the market today from the top vendors in the industry, then this is the event for you!

Tickets: Adults -- Online in Advance $10; Box Office $14

Children 10 & Under FREE

Group Rates Available

Go to http://www.motorcyclemaniashow.com/ for more info & to download bike competition entry form

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HOGS FOR HOPE RIDE

SPONSORED BY NEW ROC HARLEY DAVIDSON, SHIELD AND CROSS MC, AND RONALD MCDONALD HOUSE

SUNDAY, APRIL 25

The ride will start at New Roc Harley Davidson, 8 Industrial Lane, New Rochelle, NY.

Registration from 9 am to 11:30 am. The ride will start at 11:30 am.

The event is a police-escorted motorcycle ride ending with barbeque, live music, raffles, prizes and more. The ride will benefit the Ronald McDonald House of New York.

For more information call (212) 639-0130.

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V.F.W. POST 2064’S 3RD ANNUAL POKER RUN

SUNDAY, APRIL 25

V.F.W. Post 2064, 209 Main Street, Maybrook, NY

Registration from 9 am to 11 am

The ride is 100 miles through the Hudson Valley region of New York.

Ride fee is $20/person and includes food, cash prizes, and a commemorative pin.

All proceeds go to Paralyzed Veterans of America, Wounded Warrior Project, Fisher House, and other veterans charities.

For more info call (914) 213-1573

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13TH ANNUAL NYC TATTOO CONVENTION

FRIDAY - SUNDAY, MAY 14 - 16

Friday: 4pm to Midnight

Saturday: Noon to Midnight

Sunday: Noon to 8pm

Roseland Ballroom

239 West 52nd Street

New York, NY 10019

One Day Ticket -- $18

Two Days Unlimited Access -- $35

Three Days Unlimited Access -- $50

(Tickets available ONLY at Roseland and ONLY on the day of the show)

http://www.nyctattooconvention.com/

www.myspace.com/nyctattooconvention

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MONDAY-SATURDAY, JUNE 7 - 12, 2010

AMERICADE

Lake George, NY

Registration is at the Holiday Inn in Lake George but activities will take place at various locations around the Lake George Area. Registration begins at 11 am on June 1. Events include guided and unguided rides, poker runs, scavenger hunt, tradeshow, bike shows, vendors, entertainment, and more. For more info call (518) 798-7888 or go to http://www.tourexpo.com/

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WOMEN IN THE WIND - BLACK ROSE CHAPTER

JULY 2010

The Black Rose Chapter of Women in the Wind will be hosting their national convention right here in our very own Hudson Valley. There are over 65 chapters across the United States and Canada, and all of these chapters will be in attendance for four days in July 2010.

They’re seeking donations: items to be placed in goodie bags, looking for bands, etc.

Please contact Kim at 845-635-9885 if you can help out.

http://www.blackrosenewyork.bravehost.com/

http://www.womeninthewind.org/

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NEW YORK STATE H.O.G. RALLY

THURSDAY - SATURDAY, JULY 8 - 10

Syracuse, New York

Registration and host hotel will be at the Holiday Inn Electronics Parkway. Registration begins at 8 am on July 8. The event will include bike games, bike shows, rides, music, food, and more. The rally is open to all H.O.G. members. Pre-registration is May 20th. For more information go to http://www.nystatehogrally.com/

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WURTSBORO H.O.G.'S 16TH ANNUAL POKER RUN TO BENEFIT ST. JUDE’S CHILDREN’S HOSPITAL

SUNDAY, JULY 25

O'Tooles Harley Davidson

4 Sullivan Street, Wurtsboro, NY

Registration from 9 am to 11:30 am

The fee is $20/person.

Ride ends with music, a pig roast, buffet, bike games, a bike show, vendors, a raffle for a 2010 Harley Davidson Road King and more.

For more info call (845) 386-4681 or go to http://www.wurtsborohog.com/

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PONY EXPRESS MC OF THE HUDSON VALLEY’S 3RD ANNUAL POKER RUN TO BENEFIT THE AMERICAN CANCER SOCIETY – MAKING STRIDES AGAINST BREAST CANCER

SUNDAY SEPTEMBER 19

Registration from 9 am to 11 am at “My Place” Bar and Grill

911 Little Britain Road (Route 207)

New Windsor, NY

The run ends at “My Place” with food, door prizes, 50/50 drawings, and live music.

$20/rider; $35/rider and passenger.

Non-riders and supporters are welcome at “My Place” at 1 pm, $20/person, children under 12 admitted free

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Check out "My Ride" by Donna Kessler of the Times Herald-Record:

http://recordonline.com/apps/pbcs.dll/section?Category=LIFE02

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SOMETHING DIFFERENT:

FRIDAYS

TIGMAN’S METAL NIGHTS

East Side Bar & Grill

624 State Route 52, Walden, NY

845-787-4160

9 pm to midnight

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VANESSA TELLEZ ORGANIZES THE SECOND ANNUAL HUDSON VALLEY SOCIAL PARIAH FESTIVAL

TO BENEFIT THE PITCH FOR KIDS FUND

SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 27

At The Holiday Inn Fishkill

542 Route 9, Fishkill, NY 12524 (just north of I-84, exit 13)

I am organizing The Second Annual Hudson Valley Social Pariah Festival to benefit The Pitch for Kids Fund at The Holiday Inn in Fishkill, NY on Saturday, February 27, from 11 am to 10 pm. We will have live music and entertainment, tattoo artists, alternative vendors, and a good time. We would be honored if you decide to join us. Each booth space is 10'x10' and the cost is $75. If your business requires a double (or bigger) booth space, we can accommodate you and the fee will increase accordingly. All profits will go to The Pitch for Kids Fund. Only persons 18 years of age and older will be admitted. The entry fee is for $5 each person.

If you decide to be a part of The Second Annual Hudson Valley Social Pariah Festival, we thank you for your decision. Set up will be at 9 am the day of the event. Please enter at the rear entrance of The Holiday Inn in Fishkill. Your vendor package will be at the registration desk (located as soon as you come through the rear entrance). All vendors should have a table covering that reaches to the floor (or close to it). Each booth space will get one 2'x6' table and two chairs. If more are needed, please let me know. There are no walls surrounding each individual booth; there is no pipe and drape. We do not require walls or enclosures. If you have a pop up booth, you are welcome to use it. All display materials should be non-flammable. Please have your business name clearly visible. Please get your booth package before you start to unload. Park in the same backside parking lot next to the door where you are loading. There is a restaurant at The Holiday Inn. A pre-order menu will be in your vendor package. The food that you order will be delivered to your booth, and any monies due for the food will be paid to the restaurant. If you require a room for an overnight stay, please let me know in advance because a discount for the room may apply. The day of the event we will ask you if you are able to make a donation of your product for an event raffle. If you are able to make a donation, make sure you fill out the donation form that will be included in your vendor package.

Booth fees should be paid by February 1st. Checks should be mailed to “Attn. Vanessa Tellez, 38 North Clover St. #1, Poughkeepsie, NY, 12601.” Please make your checks payable to “Vanessa Tellez” since I will be paying the space rental and then giving the profits to The Pitch for Kids Fund. The Festival will run from 11 am to 10 pm with live music all day.

Keith Zahra is setting up the booths for the tattoo studios participating in the event. We will supply a copier and stencil machine. Tattoo booths will be as far away from the live music as possible and up against the wall. This year the entire ballroom is reserved for the festival; also 2 other rooms will be sectioned off and filled with vendors so that this year the live music will not affect the tattoo artists working. And tattoo artists will also have more light.

Do not hesitate to call me with any questions at (914) 466-9236.

Thank you, Vanessa Tellez

tellezvanessa@aol.com

The Hudson Valley Renegades’ Pitch For Kids was founded to enhance the quality of life of young people and their families throughout the Hudson Valley by supporting community organizations whose programs make a positive change in youth, their families and the community.

www.pitchforkids.org

Keith Zahra – (845) 309-3096

Colorfast Studio, Ft. Lauderdale FL // Wicked World Studio, Poughkeepsie, NY

kzart@rocketmail.com

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at

Lockwood's Tavern

250 LIttle Britain Road

Newburgh, NY

9 pm to ????

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HOEBOWL’S BIKER BOWLING LEAGUE We're starting a league JUST for you! If you love to ride and love to bowl, combine both. The Wappingers Holiday Bowl is taking names and numbers of anyone interested in joining our new motorcycle bowling league. Compete against other riders or other clubs for prizes and fun. We are still working on the details, but let us know if you're interested and we'll get back in touch with you when we have a meeting date set. Looking forward to hearing from you! Contact us at hoebowlfamilyfun@yahoo.com or call Lisa at 845.559.8925.

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NEVER-ENDING ROADS MAGAZINE

Serving the Hudson Valley/Catskill region of New York, Northwest New Jersey and Northeast Pennsylvania.

This magazine is about real bikes, real riders and real rides.

Get your issue at a motorcycle-friendly business near you.

Interested in advertising? Call or email for rates: robkw@neverendingroads.com

Phone : 845 482-5285

Address :

P.O. Box 394

The Gulf Road

Callicoon Center, NY 12724

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Follow Tiernan & Matt on their journey as they ride from Las Vegas to Rio.

Tiernan is a videographer from Ellenville, NY and Matt is a sound mixer from Fort Collins, CO. They're making a feature-length documentary of their trip.

Log in to encourage & support them at

http://ride-report.com/riders/

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video CHECK OUT THIS VIDEO OF A 1950'S ITALIAN POLICE MOTORCYCLE DRILL

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Old watches never die - they turn into little bikes

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HARLEY-DAVIDSON MUSEUM

400 Canal Street

Milwaukee, WI 53201

1-877-HD MUSEUM (1-877-436-8738)

May - October: Weekdays 9-6, Wednesdays 9-8, Weekends 9-6

November - April: Weekdays 10-5, Weekends 9-6

Tickets:

Adults 18-64 - $16

Children 5-17 - $10

Children 5 & under - Free

Students with valid student ID - $12

Seniors 65+ - $12

To buy tickets online: http://secure3.gatewayticketing.com/Harley-Davidson/Shop/Calendar.aspx?SalesChannelDetailID=4702&Merchant=HDWEB&CategoryGroupExternalID=HDWEBCG&CategoryExternalID=HDTKT&locale=en_US&bmLocale=en_US

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The body of John Thomas, a motorcycle enthusiast who died at the age of 53, is taken to the Veteran’s Cemetery in Goshen by motorcycle hearse. Joe Horan, of Gridley-Horan funeral home, said he believed it was the first procession of its kind in the area.

Motorcycle riding is not typically a somber hobby.

But as 20 misty-eyed Harley riders rumbled in tow, John Thomas took his final ride on a motorcycle.

Thomas died at the age of 53. He was a resident of Newburgh, a Vietnam-era veteran, and the first man from the area to be driven to his final resting place on a motorcycle hearse.

The special hearse is designed like a flat-bed sidecar to a black motorcycle. It is equipped with all of the standard elements found in a traditional station wagon hearse -- rollers, a locking element and a decorative wooden bed.

The hearse was provided by Al Wright, proprietor of Biker Burials, a company based in Wrightsville, PA. Wright met Thomas’ brother on the bike show circuit, which he frequents to promote his unique service.

“I had been going to funerals and I realized that there was no point of putting a guy in an expensive station wagon when he would never have ridden one in the first place,” Wright said. “I thought it would be nice for a biker to have his final ride be on a bike.”

Draped in the stars and stripes of the county he served, Thomas took his final ride to the Veteran’s Cemetery in Goshen, where he was buried in the company of his friends and family.

-Adam Bosch

Wallkill Valley Times, April 26, 2006

For more info, go to www.bikerburials.com

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Patriot Guard Riders Oppose protesters Motorcyclists shield families from chants, signs of radical group



FORT CAMPBELL — Wearing leather chaps and vests covered in military patches, a band of motorcyclists rolls from one soldier's funeral to another in hopes that their respectful cheers and revving engines will drown out the insults of protesters.

Calling themselves the Patriot Guard Riders, they are made up of motorcycle club members who could no longer tolerate a Kansas-based fundamentalist church picketing military funerals with signs that read, "Thank God for IEDs." The bikers shield the families from the protesters, and over-shadow the jeers with their own patriotic chants and a sea of red, white and blue flags.

"The most important thing we can do is let families know that the nation cares," said Don Woodrick, the group's Kentucky captain. "When a total stranger gets on a motorcycle in the middle of winter and drives 300 miles to hold a flag, that makes a powerful statement."

Across the nation, Patriot Guard riders number more than 5,000 and at least 14 states are considering laws aimed specifically at the funeral protest group led by the Rev. Fred Phelps, who believes American deaths in Iraq are divine punishment for a country that harbors homosexuals.

During a protest at a recent memorial service at Fort Campbell, which is about 50 miles northwest of Nashville, church protesters wrapped themselves in upside-down American flags and waved neon-colored signs. They danced and sang impromptu songs peppered with vulgarities that condemned homosexuals and soldiers.

The Patriot Guard was also there, waving up a ruckus of support for the families across the street as community members came in the freezing rain to chant "U-S-A, U-S-A" alongside them.

"This is just the right thing to do. This is something America didn't do in the '70s," said Kurt Mayer, the group's national spokesman. "Whether we agree with why we're over there, these soldiers are dying to protect our freedoms."

Shirley Phelps-Roper, a daughter of Fred Phelps and an attorney for the Topeka, Kan.-based church, said neither state laws nor the Patriot Guard can silence their message that God killed the soldiers because they fought for a country that embraces homosexuals.

"The Scriptures are crystal clear that when God sets out to punish a nation, it is with the sword. An IED is just a broken-up sword," Phelps-Roper said. "Since that is his weapon of choice, our forum of choice has got to be a dead soldier's funeral."

The church, which is not affiliated with a larger denomination, is made up mostly of Phelps' extended family members. A small group of them appeared last month in West Virginia outside a memorial for the 12 men killed in the Sago Mine disaster. They held signs reading "Thank God for Dead Miners" and "Miners in Hell."

During the 1990s, church members were known mostly for picketing the funerals of AIDS victims, and they have long been tracked as a hate group by the Montgomery, Ala.-based Southern Poverty Law Center's Intelligence Project.

The project's deputy director, Heidi Beirich, said other groups have tried to counter Phelps' message, but none has been as organized as the Patriot Guard.

"I'm not sure anybody has gone to this length to stand in solidarity," she said. "It's nice that these veterans and their supporters are trying to do something. I can't imagine anything worse, your loved one is killed in Iraq and you've got to deal with Fred Phelps."

Kentucky, home to Fort Campbell along the Tennessee line, was among the first states to attempt to deal with Phelps legislatively. Its House and Senate have each passed bills that would limit people from protesting within 300 feet of a funeral or memorial service. The Senate version also would keep protesters from being within earshot of grieving friends and family members.

The bills were written to protect families of soldiers such as Pvt. Jonathan R. Pfender, 22, of Evansville, Ind., a soldier from Fort Campbell's 101st Airborne Division who was killed in January by a roadside bomb in Beiji, Iraq.

Westboro church members pro-tested at Pfender's funeral, screaming at mourners and the pastor as they passed. The rumble of Patriot Guard motorcycles shielded family members from the profanities.

"We were glad that the Patriot Guard Riders were there," said Jackie Pfender, the soldier's stepmother. "This group of protesters wanted to put something negative on Jonathan's funeral. In actuality, it became a positive thing because of the support we had."

Patriot Guard members only show up at funerals if invited by family.

Go to http://www.patriotguard.org/ to get more information about this organization

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No one seems to know who wrote this:

BUT YOU DIDN'T SEE ME

I saw you hug your purse closer to you in the grocery store line.

But you didn't see me put an extra $10.00 in the collection plate last Sunday.

I saw you pull your child closer when we passed each other on the sidewalk.

But you didn't see me playing Santa at the local mall.

I saw you change your mind about going into the restaurant.

But you didn't see me attending a meeting to raise more money for the hurricane relief.

I saw you roll up your window and shake your head when I drove by.

But you didn't see me driving behind you when you flicked your cigarette butt out the car window.

I saw you frown at me when I smiled at your children.

But you didn't see me when I took time off from work to run toys to the homeless.

I saw you stare at my long hair.

But you didn't see me and my friends cut ten inches off for Locks of Love.

I saw you roll your eyes at our leather coats and gloves.

But you didn't see me and my brothers donate our old coats and gloves to those that had none.

I saw you look in fright at my tattoos.

But you didn't see me cry as my children where born and have their names written over and in my heart.

I saw you change lanes while rushing off to go somewhere.

But you didn't see me going home to be with my family.

I saw you complain about how loud and noisy our bikes can be.

But you didn't see me when you were changing the CD and drifted into my lane.

I saw you yelling at your kids in the car.

But you didn't see me pat my child's hands knowing he was safe behind me.

I saw you reading the newspaper or map as you drove down the road.

But you didn't see me squeeze my wife's leg when she told me to take the next turn.

I saw you race down the road in the rain.

But you didn't see me get soaked to the skin so my son could have the car to go on his date.

I saw you run the yellow light just to save a few minutes of time.

But you didn't see me trying to turn right.

I saw you cut me off because you needed to be in the lane I was in.

But you didn't see me leave the road.

I saw you waiting impatiently for my friends to pass.

But you didn't see me. I wasn't there.

I saw you go home to your family.

But you didn't see me.

Because I died that day you cut me off.

I was just a biker......

A person with friends and a family.

But you didn't see me.

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The life cycle is all backwards You should start out dead and get it out of the way. Then, you wake up in an old age home feeling better every day. You get kicked out for being too healthy; go collect your pension, then when you start work, you get a gold watch on your first day. You work 40 years until you're young enough to enjoy your retirement. You drink alcohol, you party, you're generally promiscuous and you get ready for high school. You go to primary school, you become a kid, you play, you have no responsibilities, you become a baby, and then... You spend your last 9 months floating peacefully in luxury, in spa-like conditions; central heating, room service on tap, larger quarters every day, and then, you finish off as an orgasm.

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By Alyssa Sunkin For The Times Herald-Record

Maggie Valley, N.C. - Steve Banks got his first minibike motorcycle when he was 9.

“I rode that bike all over Walton Lake,” said the Monroe native, now 40. “I used to ride it on the ice during the winter. I put nails in the tires backward so there would be spikes in the tires, and my friends and I would take turns racing and wrecking on the ice.”

Riding motorcycles started out for Banks as a beloved childhood activity, but now has burgeoned into a lifelong passion, and even a career.

Banks, who lives in Maggie Valley, N.C., is public relations director for the Wheels Through Time Museum, a place he boasts is a “resting ground for over 300 classic American bikes that date as far back as 1903.”

On Sept. 11, Banks’ passion culminated in a publicity stunt for the museum. He took out a newly acquired motorcycle, one he endearingly named Big, and rode down a four-lane highway, causing a mile-long traffic jam.

“They were slamming on their brakes and honking their horns and were leaning out of their windows taking pictures with their camera phones. It was just insane.”

Insane because Big is no ordinary motorcycle. Big is a motorcycle chopper - the biggest of its kind in the world.

Built by the producers of the Discovery Channel television program “Big,” a show that features - what else? - big objects, its design was inspired by motorcycle guru Arlen Ness.

It has forks that extend 8 feet from the tires to the frame, handlebars that reach 8 feet in the air and an overall length of 23 feet. It seats five people comfortably.

The bike weighs 2,500 pounds and is powered by an American V-Twin 1500 cc engine.

It can reach speeds of 85 miles per hour, though Banks won’t take it over 40.

Big doesn’t have traditional brakes.

The motorcycle runs on a hydraulic system to propel it forward or slow it down.

This, Banks said, is the hardest part of riding Big.

“It reminds me of riding down the big hill on the Monroe Golf Club on a waxed-up toboggan, with a lot of people at the bottom, and all you can say is, ‘Get out of the way!’” he said.

Banks may have ridden Big to promote business. But ultimately, he rode Big for himself. “The best thing was being able to do what I love in a place that I love,” he said.

Maggie Valley reminds me of Monroe 30 years ago. It reminds me of home.”

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"Indian Larry" is a major photographic tribute by Timothy White of the noted bike builder, stuntman and innovator in the world of custom motorcycles. The book opens the doors to White's extensive private collection of fine art portraits, documentary photographs, and images of Indian Larry's extraordinary motorcycle creations, making this the most exciting personal record of the man and his art. This collectible art photography book on the beloved motorcycle artist features recollections by Timothy White, Paul Cox, Matthew Barney and Billy Lane. All of author Timothy White's proceeds from "Indian Larry" go to City Harvest, a nonprofit organization that exists to end hunger in communities throughout the New York City area. City Harvest is a leader in food rescue and distribution, education and other practical, innovative solutions.

You can buy this book at www.indianlarry.com

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POTENTIAL BIKE PROBLEMS

2007 Suzuki GSX-R1000K7 motorcycle

Idle Speed Control (ISC) valve might malfunction. Valve might remain in open position on start-up and cause no load engine speed as high as 5000 rpm. Operating under this condition could result in a crash.

Models: 486 vehicles.

What to do: Have dealer replace the ISC and ECM.

2002-2005 Honda motorcycles

Front fairing wiring harness connector ground terminals might overheat and melt. This might result in loss of lighting or engine power which could result in a crash.

Models: 1,842 2002-2005 Honda VFR800, 2002 Honda VFR800A2, 2003 Honda VFR800A3, 2004 Honda VFR800A4, and 2005 Honda VFR800A5 vehicles.

What to do: Have dealer effect repairs as necessary.

2001-2002 Harley-Davidson models Shrine, FLHTCU-1 Shrine, FLHTP-1, FLHPE-1, FLHP-1, FLHTCU-1, FLHTC-1, FLHTC, FLHT, FLHR, and FLHR-1: Because of faulty attachment clips, electrical-system wiring that controls certain front lamps could become frayed and short-circuit, resulting in loss of most of the lighting. Replace fender-tip light-wiring harness-retention clips and replace any damaged harness.

1999-2000 Yamaha Road Star models XV1600AL and XV1600ATL; and '00 XV1600AM and XV1600ATM: Muffler and hardware components could fall off, damaging brake hose (and hindering stopping ability) and littering road with debris, which poses traffic hazard. Replace muffler bracket.

1996-1998 Suzuki models '96-97 GSX-R750, '97 GSX-R600, and '97-98 TL1000S: Fuel leak could cause fire. Install redesigned fuel-pump gasket.

1998 Suzuki models GSX-R750W and TL1000RW: Fuel hose could come off and stall engine. Replace rubber fuel hose with hose made of metal and rubber.

1997 Suzuki TL1000SV: When front wheel hits bump, rider could lose control. Install steering-damper kit.

2001-2004 BMW K and R Series: Fuel could leak and cause fire. Hazard exists because O-ring in fuel line quick-disconnect coupling could become damaged and cause leak. There may also be a problem involving crimp-type hose clamps, which could result in fuel leak. Inspect and, if necessary, adjust crimp-type hose clamps. Also inspect quick-disconnect couplings. If there's a leak, the O-ring should be replaced.

1994-1996 BMW R1100RSL: If motorcycle is stationary and engine is left running at speed above normal idle, exhaust system could overheat, creating fire hazard.

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B&J’S BIKER WEAR

Route 55 and Commerce Street

Poughkeepsie, NY

(845) 485-BIKE

www.bandjsbikerwear.com

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Orange County Powder Coating Inc.

Custom Powder Coating

1 Scoobie Drive

Newburgh, NY 12550

845-562-3162 fax: 845-562-8917 Don and Joe

www.powdertechny.com

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239 South Plank Rd (Rte 52)

Newburgh Ny 12550

(845) 566-5200

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Check out Outback Choppers' commercial on their website - click on the link below

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FOR SALE:

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BENCHMADE & HARLEY DAVIDSON TEAM UP FOR HARLEY-DAVIDSON KNIVES

Benchmade has launched a new Harley-Davidson website that features the entire product line for Harley Davidson Knives, manufactured exclusively by Benchmade Knife Company.

The bond between blades and bikers is almost as branded as the 105-year-old backyard start-up company Harley-Davidson. Benchmade Knife Company understands and shares this bond in the knife industry and recently announced an official license agreement with Harley-Davidson. The new Harley line will be initially sold to the Harley-Davidson dealer network. After dealership distribution, Benchmade will sell the Harley-Davidson Knife Line to premium Benchmade dealers. The knives will be divided into three classes: Classic, Chrome and Custom. With the exception of a money clip, products will be 100% USA made.

For more info on Benchmade or Harley-Davidson Knives, visit http://www.benchmade.com/ or http://www.harley-davidsonknives.com/ or call (800) 800-7427.

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VIKING ATHLETIC
for your silk-screening, embroidering & more

327 Windsor Highway

New Windsor, NY

845-561-5360

845-561-5475

Email: viking1@hvc.rr.com

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for an innovative line of jewelry
These rings come in motorcycle, truck, car and mountain bike tire tread patterns
Coming Soon -- earrings
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ZACK'S V-TWIN CYCLES INC.

Zack's specializes in American-made Victory, American IronHorse and pre-owned Harley-Davidson motorcycles.

799 Violet Avenue

Hyde Park, NY

Tel: (845) 229-1177

Fax: (845) 229-7227

zacksvtwin@optonline.net

http://www.zacksvtwin.com/

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O'TOOLES HARLEY-DAVIDSON
4 Sullivan Street
Wurtsboro, New York
(845) 888-2426
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Moto Insanity

Motorcycle Customizing

Service & repairs, polishing, chroming, powder coating, painting & more

1116 Route 9W North

Marlboro, NY

(845) 236-3500

http://www.motoinsanity.com/

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Ron’s Sign Shop

Carved, sandblasted, airbrushed signs

Custom paint & graphics

Custom sculptures & theming

Fantasy furniture

7 Gifford Lane

Medusa, NY

(518) 239-6551

http://www.ronssignshop.com/

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West Side Cycles

Motorcycle parts & accessories

120 Old Route 9 #3

Fishkill, NY

(845) 897-2444

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GET IN GEAR

6 Main Street

Unionville, NY

845-683-1235

Maintenance products for all bikes, riding gear and novelty items

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Get your AMSOIL products (oil, transmission fluid, filters, grease, and more) through this authorized dealer:

John H. Pagliuca

914-739-7042

pagman3@verizon.net

www.lubedealer.com/johnpag

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EASY STREET CYCLE CENTER

1030 Route 52

Walden, NY

(845) 591-5310 or (845) 721-7820

Mike Caruso and Danny Torres work on all kinds of bikes -- all makes & models. They specialize in American V-twins, manufacturing custom bikes & repairs and have 40 years of experience between them.

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Check back to watch the progress on this truck

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ELECTRIC MAYHEM TATTOO AND BODY PIERCING

220 Overocker Road (off Route 44 - across from Arlington Diner)

Poughkeepsie, NY

Tattoos by Richard Siburt (12 years tattooing experience)

Piercings by Tina

(845) 452-5919

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Looking for ANTIQUE CARS AND/OR CAR PARTS?

Tom Monforte has what you need - from 1937 to 1964.

He also does Chevy and Ford motors, drive trains, paint, body work, interior work, glass work and complete restorations.

(845) 883-5223

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ORANGE COUNTY BOBBERS

"Old School Service and Old School Attitude"

250 Monhagen Avenue

Middletown, NY

Ed Duran: 845-341-2627 (BOBR)

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The Museum of Sex
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with Caroline Rhea

with Ralphie May

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Woodstock Harley-Davidson
Kingston, New York
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Read John Shaw's interview
with Sideshow World
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CROSSROADS CUSTOM RIDES
Home of the Low-Dough Chopper or Pro Street
Call Larry at (845) 728-2085
or Rich at (845) 542-5931
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SKIN CITY

412 Windsor Highway

New Windsor, NY

(845) 565-7252

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PHAT CUSTOM CYCLES

228 Meyers Corners Road

Wappingers Falls, NY

845-298-2120

http://www.phatcustomcycles.com/

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ORANGE AUTO ELECTRIC

New & rebuilt alternators, starters & generators.

Magnetos sent out, batteries.

Custom made battery cables, belts.

370 South Plank Road

Newburgh, NY

(845) 564-0320 * * * * *

LOOK SHARP TATTOO

Tattoos by Sam - as seen on TV

297B Main Street

Cornwall, NY

(845) 534-1175

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Check out these Kool Kaleidoscopes:

http://www.originalsbyskeeter.com/

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Helmet Law Map Helmet Law Map of the United States

All rider helmet law Law allows adult freedom of choice Green = no helmet law No helmet law
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Billy with 4 friends
Mikey on the Original N.Y. Yankees Bike from Ultimate Cycles
with Dee Clark, owner of
Ultimate Cycles
533 Broadway, Newburgh, New York
(845) 565-2044
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CALL TOPCOAT SEALCOATING*
FOR PROFESSIONAL BLACKTOP SEALING
AND STRIPING
Why wait? Stop blacktop erosion
before it starts!
Improve the look of your home or business.
FREE ESTIMATES
500 lbs. of sand added to our
asphalt and coal tar emulsion
for better traction.
Acrylic hardening compound added for durability.
*Member of the Orange County Chamber of Commerce
(845) 534-5925

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