THUNDER ROADS NORCAL - March 2020

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BIKER BAND REVUE

Lightning Boy Kory Gibbs

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RIDE REVIEW

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THUNDER ROADS MAGAZINE NorCal editor’s letter
P.O. Box 794
Orangevale, CA 95662 As we put this magazine together this past month, it struck
Office: 530.368.6579 or 530.305.7992 me just how much things have changed over the years.
Fax: 530-831-4758 This realization was glaringly obvious as I swung a leg
Email: [email protected] over an electric Harley-Davidson during one week while riding
Website: www.thunderroadsnorcal.com behind a vintage Knucklehead on another. Not only have the
motorcycles changed, so has the culture around the motorcycle
Northern California scene. One thing is for sure, time is making changes. There will
State Editors / Owners be some good and not so good changes happening. Many of us
older riders will either find our way into the new normal or we’ll
Stan & Terri Hill follow the path of old school riders that came before us. One of
which will be to roll off on a solo path to keep with traditions of
On The Cover: our past without interference of the latest social, mechanical or
technological trends. We all have to make choices as to how
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they think in this fast paced world that we live in.
Art Director/Layout & Design
Meredith Hancock/Hancock Media There are a few timeless traditions in the motorcycle culture
that are valuable and are worth hanging onto. You know the
Magazine Contributors ones…the timeless trademarks of biker values that are as good
Wild Bill Hill for us today as they ever were. So I encourage you to read the
articles each month that Pastor Johnny of Thunder Road Biker
Billie Wilson/Billie The Kid Photography Church is writing on the 8 Rules of Old School Biker Etiquette. It
Taleah Ebey / T3 Design Studios is a great lesson for new or younger riders and a good reminder
for the rest of us as to how to best treat your fellow bikers (or
Rich “Foot” & Jennifer “Sunshine” Elkins how to treat anyone that you meet for that matter.)
Dan & Nad Rogers
We feel very fortunate to have great contributors to this
Gary & Mary Hoffman magazine that provide us with valuable and entertaining content
Bobby “G” Godwin for us to share with you; so if you happen to run into any of them
on the road let them know how much you enjoy reading their
Cyndee Reed Van Hooser articles. It makes all the time and effort worth it to hear feedback
from readers.
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spectacular riding weather. I know we need rain, but I do enjoy
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Chuck & Cindy Loseth this year. We hope you have taken the opportunity to get that
bike out on the road lately. While there are many reasons to
NorCal Sales Representatives/Magazine Contributors feel less than positive about living in California, the wonderful
weather and beautiful scenery is unmatched by any other place
Russell “Raz” Holder that I have been. So get out and enjoy it while the weather holds
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Leaving Rocklin HD .. Sierra Thunder Inaugural Ride Sierra Thunder Dealer and Board

IF YOU CAN SEE WHAT I CAN SEE…
You Might Be Riding On The Back of a Harley

Sierra Thunder H.O.G. Chapter

There’s a new HOG in town - Harley Owners Group. At this meeting, the Dealer spoke about his vision,
Harley-Davidson of Rocklin is the sponsoring promising to encourage and support the Chapter, and
dealer. Matt Guidera, Rocklin’s owner and dealer asked the Chapter to support the dealership in return.
representative, has a vision for the direction of this Together they will be a partnership, actively encouraging
Chapter. The focus of this group will be to ride and have riding within our community. He introduced Curt Van
fun. He appointed the Director he believes will guide the Hooser as the Director. Curt shared his agreement with
Chapter to meet the goal. The Director put together a the vision and introduced the Board of Directors. Everyone
team who will work with him to support the dealer’s vision. spoke of their desire to ride with the group and how they
Everyone brainstormed over ideas, and a unique name will help to guide the Chapter towards a successful future.
was selected for the Chapter. Len Guidera, owner and dealer representative of Harley-
Davidson of Folsom, is Matt’s brother. Len shared stories
An introductory meeting was held in January at the Rocklin about the fun he has riding with everyone, and said he
HD dealership, with approximately 100 people attending. is happy there will be a HOG Chapter representing the
Sixty three due paying members signed up that first night. Rocklin dealership.
Another 26 applications were received within the next ten
days. That’s a great start, clearly showing excitement among Plans for participation at community outreach events
local riders. were discussed, explaining all community outreach is
voluntary. Scheduled events will always include riding.

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A Patriot Guard Liaison was appointed who will guide Buffet Restaurant. They have a banquet room that could
the Chapter in participating with Patriot Guard Missions. accommodate our group and a variety of food to select
Also, a Veteran Liaison was appointed who will guide the from. The staff was friendly and happy to have us. The
Chapter in participation with rides and events that support return route took us through Mokelumne Hill, Jackson and
veterans and veteran charities. The Forgotten Soldier Shingle Springs to El Dorado Hills. As we approached
Program’s 111 Mile Ride, Memorial and Veterans Day Hwy 50, the group split to go their own way home.
parades are a few that will be on the ride calendar. There
will be rides scheduled to visit the 2020 Tour of Honor Anticipating more ideas and ride leaders will come
Veteran Memorial sites in California.
forward at the first General Meeting, the Head Road
After introductions, a beautiful Sierra Thunder Chapter
wall plaque was presented to Matt Guidera. He held it up Captain will discuss the need for Road Captains and ask
high for all to see and proclaimed that it will always be
displayed on the wall at the dealership. This gift was made interested members to accept the challenge to become a
and given by one of the Board Members. The group was
asked for their input and most simply wanted to know, Road Captain. There are speakers planned to attend the
“How soon do we ride?!!” Excitement and attitude in the
room was positive. General Meetings scheduled over the next few months.

Right away rides were put on the calendar, starting with The intention is to encourage membership participation by
the Chapter Inaugural Ride on February 8 to the little town
of Valley Springs with 28 people on 23 bikes showing up knowing more about the causes the Chapter will support.
for KSU. Taking the backroads, we rode through Folsom
into the farmland areas of Rancho Murieta and Ione. We General Meetings are Open
were treated to beautiful views of green grass, blue skies,
small lakes and cows in the fields. We stopped at Pardee to the Public and encourage
Lake, taking time to enjoy the view and take a group photo.
We rode through the narrow one way Pardee Dam Road member participation.
that crosses the Mokelumne River. We arrived at Valley
Springs in time for lunch at the Good Friends Chinese Meetings will be held every

month on the 3rd Thursday

at 7 pm Contact Rocklin HD

for location of the meeting.

If you see us on the road,

we hope you join us. All

roads lead to a ride.

Curt & Cyndee Article and photos
contributed by Cyndee
Reed Van Hooser

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Kory Gibbs

Lightning Boy

The first time I noticed hands.
Kory was at the
Sacramento Raceway I continued to street perform
during the annual FXR’s of until I could save up to by my
first Gibson Les Paul. I was
California event. His father, introduced to the Les Paul by
watching my favorite guitarist
Mike was busy passing out – Slash from Guns N Roses. I
loved the look, and once I was able to get my hands on one
his son’s first EP recording, - I loved the feel and tone even more! I got my first Gibson at
the age of 12, the same year I had my first band. The name
business cards and other of my band was Lightning Boy and His Thundering Blues
Band and I started playing the blues. As the years went by,
promotional material. Kory I started writing more and more it turned into rock (not heavy
rock) but rock with good riffs and groove. Then I started
looked to be 14-15 years old, moving up from the small venues and bars to opening for
big names and playing in famous cities and venues like the
at the most. I on the other Whisky a Go Go in Los Angeles - where I opened for Dizzy
Reed of Guns N Roses. I have opened for many other
hand was looking for a water big names in the music industry including Johnny Winter,
Pat Travers, Kansas, LA Guns, The BulletBoys, and more.
mister to cool down from The feeling of going on stage before a famous act is very
motivating to keep pushing forward, but also nerve racking,
Kory 15 yrs old, 2015 the summer heat. Kory’s at least until you play a song. After the show starts rolling, I
Photo contributed by Sunshine father handed me a CD and would put my full effort into rocking the show as best I can.
business card. It was then As I became more popular in the county I live in, I then did
my own show at the Jackson Rancheria Casino. I opened
that I noticed Kory, with a for some famous acts there prior to my own show as well.
My Dad and  I put up hundreds of flyers and spent many
very impressive Les Paul guitar rocking out to the crowd hours of work promoting the show, it resulted in selling it out
1,000 seats at the age of 16.
that was getting thicker by the minute. Jimi Hendricks went
The Jackson Rancheria Casino helped me a lot along
through my mind as I listened to an extremely talented the way of my journey and after my show they funded an
original 5 song EP that I recorded in Las Vegas, produced
young man. That was a few years ago, Kory is 20 now, his by Grammy award winning producer Bob Kulick, and with
top level studio musicians playing on the EP. Last year, I
musical journey has been mind-blowing and blessed every was the lead guitarist for the Charlie Brechtel Band who has
played with many blues legends, all over the world, and is
step of the way. famous for his motorcycle music and all of the shows he
has played to the motorcycle world. I was able to do many
My name is Kory Gibbs, I have been playing guitar since I performances and motorcycle events with him in different
states across the US, including the Buffalo Chip stage at
was about 8 years old. Growing up, I thought guitar was so Sturgis, South Dakota! As of now I just turned 20 and am
working on becoming a professional vocalist, so that I am
cool and loved listening to and watching Rock N Roll. When able to sing and perform the songs that I write as I move
along with my music career. One of the hardest challenges
I picked up the guitar, it was the best feeling being able to throughout the years of my band was finding players around
the same age as me, so I am looking for a drummer and
play my favorite songs that I had been listening to for years. bassist in their 20’s as I progress with my vocals to then be
back out rocking stages under my name - Kory Gibbs.
I never got into reading music, what really gave me my drive
For More Information and Kory’s itinerary
was learning good Rock N Roll, along with the motivation of
Facebook: www.facebook.com/kory.gibbs
my Dad. My Dad supported me from the beginning and made
www.korythelightningboy.com
all my goals possible at such a young age. He dedicated his

life to my musical journey. A day didn’t go by that we were

not focused on moving forward with the journey. Whether

it was writing new material,

booking shows, sending

emails to as many contacts

as we could, putting up and

passing out flyers out in front

of stores, or putting them

on windshields, but it was

always practice. Practice,

practice, practice. Achieving

goals takes a lot of hard

work and a lot of practice.

My Dad taught me the

importance of consistency,

hard work, and being hard

on yourself, and showed me

what that can get you in life.

I started street performing

Street Performer at the age of 9 with a small
scaled guitar to fit my small

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RIDE DESTINATION:

Mokelumne Hill – Jackson - Lockeford

As it turns out, we’re having a pretty mellow winter. constructed the current two-story stone building after the
Well, Punxsutawney Phil did predict that after all. By third fire in 1875. If you haven’t paid a visit already, come
the way, did you hear that there are some ‘out there’ check it out. There are thirteen historically decorated rooms,
people who demand Phil be replaced with an AI machine? if you want to stay over. They also offer some very good
Apparently, Phil is being exploited and should be released food and an old-time bar. Their website has a disclaimer for
into his natural habitat. Really? Phil is probably the most patrons who have rooms over the bar on weekends as there
pampered animal on earth. Sure, let’s throw him out in the could be live music or a DJ featured. www.hotelleger.com
forest where he can try fending for himself, scrounge for
food and shelter, maybe get taken out and eaten by some It was still a couple of hours before we could check in, so
predator. I’ll bet Phil is perfectly happy with being “exploited.” we made tracks down to SR26, where we turned east and
then headed out onto Jesus Maria Rd. This is a mostly no-
Anyway, despite our hectic schedule this month, we were centerline patch work road that was a lot of fun. Especially
able to get away for a quick over-nighter. We decided to the climb about half-way through. Railroad Flat Road lets
go down to Jackson and stay at the National Hotel. Before you kick it up with some real nice benders and sweepers.
checking in though, we thought we would exercise the Ridge Road will take you to SR26 and back into Jackson.
Bagger a bit. Lunch would be nice also, so we passed on by
Jackson and a little later pulled up in front of the Hotel Leger Checking in at the National www.nationalhoteljackson.com
in Mokelumne Hill also known as ‘Mok Hill’. Hotel Leger we noticed the contrast between this hotel and the National
was built in 1851 during the high tide of the gold rush, it Hotel in Nevada City. The hotel in Jackson is much more
was destroyed by fire three times. George Leger, the owner, modern and up to date, whereas the hotel in Nevada City is
more of an older historical hotel. We’d recommend a room

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Jackson at Night Hotel Leger
View Pardee Dam National Hotel

Mok River at Big Bar Launch

Lockeford Meat Display Case

out front on the balcony. It faces right down
Main Street. We enjoyed sitting outside
and watching the world go by. Stanley’s
Steakhouse, the on-site restaurant, was at
the time, closed for renovations. But for
dinner, Brickhouse Brews fit the bill just fine.
You’ll also find a fine selection of wine and
craft beer on the menu.

We woke up the next morning to such a
nice day, that we decided to do some riding

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before heading home. Hoffman Street will take Mini Devils Tower Comanche Rd N
you to one of my favorite rides - Stoney Creek
Road. It had been awhile, but was as enjoyable
as ever. Before leaving for Jackson, we made
plans to ride around Comanche Lake with a side
trip to Lockeford. We noticed on this trip, you’ll get
glimpses of Butte Mountain from several different
angles. You kind of circle around it.

Our route continued on the following roads:
Buena Vista, Comanche Parkway N (very scenic),
SR88, SR12. Once in Lockeford, we pulled into
the Lockeford Meat Company. We don’t get down
there that often, but when we do, we stock up. The
sausages and other cuts of meat are just excellent.
Never been down here when there wasn’t a line
out the door. Since we had planned ahead, we
brought our cooler bag to transport our purchases
home.

After leaving Lockeford, it was back on SR12
to Comanche Parkway S and on through Campo
Seco. From there, Sandretto Road will take you
along the west side of the Pardee Reservoir. A
really nice ride, and then you can have some fun
again on Stoney Creek Road back into Jackson.
Even though it was kind of a quick trip, we had a
great time and if the weather holds out, we will be
back on the road again soon.

Article and photos contributed by Chuck and Cindy
Loseth

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RIDE REVIEW:

2020 HARLEY-DAVIDSON® LIVEWIRE

Try to forget any preconceived notions about electric motorcycles for a minute. I know, I know…You just can’t give up
the rumble of the motor and the roar of the pipes. I get it. I feel the same way. But I do have to give H-D the praise
that they deserve for the fine work that they have put into this machine. Back in 2014, I received a special invitation
to demo ride the Project LiveWire proto-type for the first time at Sonoma County Harley-Davidson. (Check out the
November 2014 article Past Issue tab on our website at www.ThunderRoadsNorCal.com) The 2020 LiveWire has come a
long way since then, just take a close look at the fine lines and the fit and finish are impeccable – which is what you have
come to expect from Harley-Davidson. What you might not expect is just how much fun this bad little machine is to ride!  

Showa inverted forks up front and a fully adjustable Showa mono-shock in the back - the suspension is spot on. And the
fact that the weight of the motor is low to the ground, it’s the narrow shape and it is lightweight coming in at right around 500
lbs which makes excellent maneuverability of the LiveWire. The electric motor provides smooth delivery of its power, and
power and torque are what you will feel right away when you twist the throttle. With 100 percent of the available torque ready
to go at all times whether you are at a dead stop or need to accelerate from 40 to 80 in a hurry. 

The LiveWire is capable of going 0 to 60 mph in 3 seconds and I had to admit that I was not able to wipe a big grin off
my face while riding it just because it is a lot of FUN to ride. It has a range of 146 miles of in-city riding and 95 miles if

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you do a combination of freeway and stop and go riding. It battery technology, it would not
will recharge at home from a regular outlet overnight, but surprise me to see a bagger that
for a faster charge go to a public level 3 DC station for a full could roll halfway across the
recharge in one hour. There are 7 Ride Modes: Sport, Road, country on one charge sooner
Range, Rain with 3 more modes that are customizable to than we might think. Though for
the rider.   now, I will still enjoy that sweet
rumble that stirs my soul as I roll.  
Now for the tough part of this deal, the LiveWire sells for
just under $30,000 leaving this ride for a very unique rider A special shout out to Phil and the
indeed. I would say that this motorcycle is a well thought crew at Sonoma County Harley in
out approach to entice new riders into the marketplace Cotati for the opportunity to throw
especially those that may have not considered a motorcycle a leg over this innovative machine.
as a viable option before. Plus it will make a fantastic bike Wanna see for yourself? Contact
for those daily commuters. EV’s do have advantages like your local Harley dealership to
almost no maintenance. No oil or tyranny fluid to change, no schedule a demo ride today!
engine parts to break, you are pretty much left with belts and
tires. I also have heard that H-D is working on more electric Article and photos by Stan Hill
models as well; and as more riders become interested in the
EV future the price will likely drop. Although this would not be Check out ‘RIDE REVIEW H-D LiveWire’ video on
a good fit for the style of riding that I typically do, I am very
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2020 Harley-Davidson CVO Street Glide Photo by Stan Hill / Model: Star

RIDE PRIDE:

1943 KNUCKLEHEAD ‘JEZEBEL’

What a great day we had riding out of Forest Knolls from Hatt’s Motorcycle shop to Point Reyes
Station, where we stopped to do a photoshoot of this killer 1943 Knucklehead. During the shoot,
Terri asked Bret if he had given this bike a name. He replied - ‘Jezebel’ -you know…Tinkerbell’s
older sister. Now, you know! Not only is this a very cool old Knucklehead, but it’s a very rare one. Come
to find out there were only 53 of this model ever built by Harley. Jezebel happens to have been rolled out
as #52 of the 53 built.
I have to admit, it was very cool to watch this bike and another bike that Bret had been working on a 1949
EL Panhead, rolling down the road in front of us. It was like a blast from the past. As we rode behind
Bret’s bike, you could hear the distinctive sound of that 1943 Knucklehead with a 68 ci displacement
and custom built Megaphone pipes cranking down the road. Bret did a flawless job of handling the tank
shifter and foot clutch as it operated the 4 speed tranny through Marin County’s hilly coastal terrain. I
could not help but wonder how long it would take me to master that setup. The springer front end was
doing its best to soak up the bumps, but this is a ridged frame motorcycle and you could see the bike
transfer the bumps straight to its passengers. With the exception of the pipes and the 12 inch rusty ape
hanger handlebars, this Knuckle is pretty much like it was when it rolled out of the Harley-Davidson shop
in 1943. Thank you to Bret of Hatt’s Motorcycle for the opportunity to share this fine piece of motorcycle
history with our readers.
Article and photos by Stan Hill

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As promised, we are launching into a kick-butt Now there is a difference between RESPECT and fear.
series called, “The 8 Rules Of Old School Biker RESPECT is defined by words like admire, appreciate,
Etiquette”. We will be going back in time when regard and esteem. Fear is defined by words like dread,
these 8 rules of biker etiquette were just the way fright, horror, panic, terror and anxiety. Now I’ve known a
of the lifestyle. These were the things that attracted many lot of clubs, and individuals of clubs over the past 37 years
of us into getting our first bikes, our first set of leathers, of riding, and I have come to RESPECT many. And even
joining our first club or just wanting the camaraderie of like- though I’ve known some to promote fear and hatred, the
minded brothers to hang with and to ride with. The first rule majority have received RESPECT by showing RESPECT
of old school biker etiquette is RESPECT. As we get into with a long history of doing great things for the community,
the other 7 rules, although they are all important, RESPECT giving toys to children at Christmas and doing charity rides
naturally is the basis of all things biker. to donate money to worthy causes. As well, the church can
be put in that same category. I’ve known some churches
There is nothing more disgusting than seeing someone and church members to promote confusion, hypocrisy and
disrespect the flag of our country. The disrespectful at times hate and fear. But over the past 20 plus years
individual is a narcissist, self-centered, uneducated, and of motorcycle ministry, I’ve come to RESPECT what the
un-American. If you are a veteran and gave part of your church represents and what the institution stands for.
life to defend that flag and what that flag stands for, the
disrespect is a direct slap in the face to every American I long for the days when RESPECT was at the top of
and American family that have either served, had a the list of Biker Etiquette. We rode because of the freedom
family member serve or have had someone lost in war or the lifestyle represented. We rode with men that valued
defending that flag. The U.S. flag and this country have RESPECT, showed RESPECT and received RESPECT in
earned respect through a history of serving the world and return. We hung out in backyard shops, popped a couple
standing for what is right. That’s why when we see or hear of cold ones, talked shop, helped each other with parts
about someone disrespecting our flag, it baffles us how and repairs, and expected nothing in return. We fought if
someone could do this hateful act. The flag is an institution. needed, we had our brothers back at all times, and our
brother’s family was like our family and no matter what
The same can be said about the biker lifestyle. It has been time of day or night, we could be counted on to be there.
built on a long traditional history of freedom. There have That is RESPECT and that - my friends is Old School Biker
been some that have given their lives to keep the lifestyle Etiquette. RESPECT and be RESPECTED – Old School
alive. There have been some that have given years of their Biker Etiquette #1.
lives advocating for the freedoms we still hold on to. Some
were born into this biker lifestyle and have continued on the 1 Corinthians 14:33 “Teach the
traditions of a long family history of the biker lifestyle. There older men to exercise self-control,
have been brothers that have died giving their lives for their and to be worthy of respect.” (NLT)
club and the purposes of their club. There have also been Paraphrased
brothers on the ministry side of things giving their time and
resources to lend a hand and prayer when needed. This “Never Ride Alone”
lifestyle, this camaraderie, this history of freedom deserves
RESPECT. Anything less is unacceptable and shows the Pastor Johnny Lujan – Thunder
lack of respect that has taken years to build. Road Church

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Through the doors of the arena the walls of chain link comforting to see many trying it all and falling in love with the
fence wait to be filled with art from every corner the exploration of art. At least that is my artist’s statement. Screw
country, Steel pillars await the Biltwell David Mann the rules my art will constantly change, learn, and grow as I
Tribute Helmet Show, and outside the grass longs to be filled change.
with choppers of every style. It’s a cool and rainy California
morning for the 16th year, but soon enough the rumble of A Kustom Culture Helmet show is always a key element
motorcycles will push away the clouds and bring the sun. when showing today’s motorcycle art. Every year Biltwell
donates helmets to selected artists in order to make this
Chopper Fest is not only an amazing excuse to see show happen. This year 11 Artists skillfully painted custom
spectacular choppers and quality artwork, but it’s a great helmets in tribute to the Legend David Mann. Most of these
place to see old friends, ride the coast, and soak up the helmets are either a direct tribute to him as a person or as
sun. Well, I suppose the sun part was barely present but it a tribute to his art. This year I was approved to break from
came out for a little while to warm the cool steel bones of the the tradition and paint a helmet to be a Tribute Piece to Jessi
bikes. This venue has been one of my favorite motorcycle Combs. The goal was to bring awareness and to raise money
events since the first time I was asked to participate in the for The Jessi Combs Foundation. On one side it features
David Mann Tribute Art Show. In a way, I feel this show really Jessi riding her Lily bike and blowing a kiss. The other side
pushed me into the path of motorcycle art that is present in has her logo and a quote that has been resonating with many
my work today. I mean really what motorcycle artist, or even of her followers and reads “While you’re waiting, somebody
motorcycle rider, isn’t influenced by David Mann in some way else is Doing It!” It is a quote that reminds me to get up and
shape or form. More than 60 talented artists in the same room take life by the balls daily. Don’t wait to take that epic ride
due to the inspiration David Mann brought to the motorcycle or that once in a lifetime journey, just get out there and do
world. it. The only person who is holding you back is you. Anyhow,
the helmet was auctioned and went over very well with the
This year I had the honor of getting to draw and set my art highest bidder, Nikki Henry, taking it home for an amazing
up next to my dear friend Darren Mckeag. This seemed pretty $930. Your contribution is just breathtaking! It was incredible
suiting because he was one of the artists I got to paint live with to be able to honor my friend in this manner. You will always
all weekend the first year I set up here 6 years ago. My how be missed and have fun riding comets.
time flies. His art is remarkable and unmistakably a unique
passionate voice in the motorcycle world. As someone who For information on art and helmets contact my Instagram
has supported me during my career, he has inspired me to KaylaInfernoArt
help and support others on their path in the art world.
BY KAYLA KOEUNE
As you meander up and down the rows of artists you get to
see how everyone interprets the subject of motorcycles into
their own style of art. Some art falls in the venue traditional
Pin Striping and Custom Paint, some of the art is considered
Low Brow or Kustom Culture, and some fall into the genre
of Fine Art. Where these styles begin and end are getting
harder to tell as many of the artists take the freedom to flow
between the styles, which to me is refreshing to see. In a world
where artists are supposed to strictly define themselves, it’s

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Into a Belfast pub comes Paddy Murphy, This new state of the art technology super market opened
looking like he’d just been run over by a train. near my house so I went in to check it out.
His arm is in a sling, his nose is broken, It has an automatic water mister to keep all the produce
his face is cut and bruised and he’s walking with a limp. fresh and just before the mister comes on, you hear the
“What happened to you?” asks Sean, the bartender. sound of distant gentle thunder and the smell of fresh rain.
“Jamie O’Conner and me had a fight,” says Paddy. When you approached the cold milk cases, you hear the
“That little shite, O’Conner,” says Sean, sound of cows mooing and experience the scent of fresh hay.
“He couldn’t do that to you, he must have had something When you approach the egg case, you hear the hens cluck
in his hand.” and cackle, and the air is filled with the pleasing aroma of
“That he did,” says Paddy, “a shovel is what he had, and a bacon and eggs frying.
terrible beatin’ he gave me with it.” The aisle where the popcorn is has the smell of fresh but-
“Well,” says Sean, “you should have defended yourself, tered popcorn, just like at the movies.
didn’t you have something in your hand?” I don’t want to discuss it, but I no longer buy
That I did,” said Paddy. toilet paper there any more.
“Jamie O’Conner’s wife’s breast, and a thing of
beauty it was, but useless in a fight.” ---------------------------------------------------------------
A woman lost three panties in her house and blamed the
-------------------------------------------------------------- maid in front of her husband. The maid looked at the hus-
A young newlywed couple are on honeymoon and his new band and said, “Sir, tell her she is wrong.
bride goes off to resort spa while the hubby decides to lay You know I never wear panties.”
out nude on their private deck and catch some sun.
He falls asleep and looks down at his entire front totally ---------------------------------------------------------------
sunburned, especially his penis. Brenda O’Malley is home making dinner, as usual,
He immediately calls his sister as his Doctor is closed for when Tim Finnegan arrives at her door.
the weekend. His sister advises him to soak his penis in a “Brenda, may I come in?” he asks.
saucer of cold milk several times throughout the day. “I’ve somethin’ to tell ya”.
His young, blonde bride walks into the room to find him “Of course you can come in, you’re always welcome, Tim.
with his willy in the saucer of milk. But where’s my husband?”
“F**k me” she yells. “I always wondered how y’all reload- “That’s what I’m here to be telling ya, Brenda.”
ed those dang things.” There was an accident down at the Guinness
Brewery...”
-------------------------------------------------------------- “Oh, God no!” cries Brenda. “Please don’t tell me.”
So the same newlywed couple are having their first fight “I must, Brenda. Your husband Shamus
and he proclaims “I never called you stupid! You’re the one is dead and gone. I’m sorry.
that used that word.” Finally, she looked up at Tim.
It’s just that when I asked you how to spell Mississippi, and “How did it happen, Tim?”
you then asked me if I was talking about the river or the “It was terrible, Brenda. He fell into a vat
state, it just totally caught me off guard, is all. of Guinness Stout and drowned.”
“Oh my dear Jesus! But you must tell me truth, Tim.
-------------------------------------------------------------- Did he at least go quickly?”
Again, the same newlywed couple return from the honey- “Well, Brenda... no.
moon and the wife comes out of the bathroom and her In fact, he got out three times to piss.”
new groom says, ‘What’s the matter sweetie, you look
shocked.” His new bride sits down and looks very seriously --------------------------------------------------------------
at him and replies, Mickey Malone is a wee bit drunk and gets a tattoo that
“I just took 4 pregnancy tests and all 4 read Positive. The says I Love You on his willy.
husband is overjoyed. The young bride looks at him and Mickey proudly goes home to show his wife Colleen his
says, “How in the world are we ever going to feed 4 new new tatt.
babies? Colleen shakes her head, “There ya’ go yet again
Mickey, always tryin’ to put words in me mouth.”

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MARCH 2020 MARCH 21
ROUGH RIDERS M/C SPRING FLING
MARCH 7 FAIRFIELD
32nd ANNUAL FYAO Presented by Rough Riders M/C, Gateway Chapter. Located at
VACAVILLE 586 Parker Rd. 1pm. $20 per person, Food, Raffle, Party to benefit
Presented by ABATE Local 17. Sign-in at Miss Darla’s - 110 Peabody Rd. Yountville Veterans Home of California. Support our Veterans. For more
9:30am. $20 per person. Final Stop at The Hide-A-Way - 1080 Orange information: Wolfman (707) 718-2532
Dr. in Vacaville. Sign-in buys you a Bingo Card at each stop, plus lunch at
final stop. Pay-outs at each stop and additional cards can be purchased MARCH 21
for each game. Run pins for the 1st 60 sign-ins. For more information: 13th ANNUAL BREAKIN’ OUT POKER RUN
Sal De Renzi (707) 483-7445 FOLSOM
Presented by Folsom H.O.G. Chapter 1787. Registration at Harley-
MARCH 14 Davidson of Folsom - 115 Woodmere Rd.  9am-11am.   Single rider $20/ 2
HANGTOWN BOOZEFIGHTERS 17th ANNUAL ST. PATRICK’S PARTY up $30.  Ride will be thru the Foothills of Northern California & shall return
PLACERVILLE to for Lunch & Raffles Lunch included—Run pin to the first 300 registered
Presented by Boozefighters Chapter 121 Hangtown. Located at 5641 for the ride. Pre-run party w/complimentary BBQ & early registration
Mother Lode Dr. 12-4pm. $15-25/couple. Live music by Savannah Blue, Friday, March 20, 2020, 5pm-7 pm at Folsom Harley Davidson.
Smoked Corned Beef and Cabbage, Vendors, Raffles, 50/50. For more $5 discount for pre-registration On-Line Registration by midnight
information: Tramp (650) 834-4412. See flyer on Pg 9 & 37 Wednesday, March 18th (There is no rain date - Rain or Shine)  For more
information:  [email protected]. See flyer on Pg 40
MARCH 19
1st BIKE NIGHT OF 2020 MARCH 28
CHICO 4th ANNUAL KANAKA HEKILI MC POKER RUN
Presented by Sierra Steel Harley-Davidson – 1501 Mangrove Avenue. SAN JOSE
6pm-9pm. Free. For more information: [email protected] Presented by Kanaka Hekili MC Santa Clara. Check in at Extreme Martial
Arts - 1080 Elm St. 10am Donation $20 For more information: Terry@
MARCH 21 tkmplumbing.com
KID’S STACYC IRON E FREE DEMO
SACRAMENTO MARCH 28
Presented by Harley-Davidson of Sacramento - 1000 Arden Way. 11am – RIDE FOR GOOD POKER RIDE
2pm. Free to attend. Call all kids! Harley-Davidson of Sacramento will be AUBURN
setting up their official Stacyc race course for Demos at our dealership! Don’t Presented by Salvation Army – Auburn. Registration is at Missions
miss out on the fun! Battery-Powered. Kid-powered or both! Event is weather Coffee - 2405 Grass Valley Hwy. 9am. $15 for rider / $5 for passenger.
permitted. For more information: (916) 929-4680 / www.hdsac.com All proceeds go to fund kids for Summer Camp. Ride ends with Lunch
at the Salvation Army, Auburn. Lunch will be served at 1pm. For more
MARCH 21 information: [email protected]
$1 BEER
SACRAMENTO APRIL 2020
Presented by Harley-Davidson of Sacramento - 1000 Arden Way. 11am
- 2pm Free to attend. Come grab a cold beer for only $1. All proceeds & APRIL 4
donations from the beer garden will benefit the Vietnam Veterans of America, 11th ANNUAL RABBIT RUN MOTORCYCLE RIDE
Sacramento Valley Chapter 500! Please drink responsibly. Do not drink and MARYSVILLE
ride. For more information: (916) 929-4680 / www.hdsac.com Presented by Sisters of Scota Womens Motorcycle Club. Sign in at Gold Eagle
Market #2 - 11269 Loma Rica Rd. 9am-10am. $20 per person / $30 per couple.
MARCH 21 For 11 years, our organization has hosted the Rabbit Run fundraiser to help
2020 DYNA DAYS foster children attend summer camp, at Camp Rockin “U”. Festivities include
SACRAMENTO pancake breakfast and bike blessing by Christian Motorcyclist Association, a
Presented by Harley-Davidson of Sacramento - 1000 Arden Way. 11am - Pack ride from Loma Rica to Lake Francis Resort in Dobbins, live music by
2pm Free to attend. Dyna Days is back and it is better than ever! Come the Swankmasters, ride-in bike show, raffles and a specially prepared holiday
bring your Dyna to our Dyna bike show! Enjoy food from a local food truck, luncheon. Run Pin to the first 50 participants. Proceeds benefit EA Family
$1 beer and vendors! Please drink responsibly. Do not drink and ride. For services a 501(c)(3) corporation and Foster Family Agency. (Rain or Shine) For
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APRIL 4 APRIL 18
BOOZEFIGHTER CH6 BIKE BLESSING $1 BEER
GRASS VALLEY SACRAMENTO
Presented by Boozefighters CH6 Grass Valley. Located at 19729 Cerrito Rd. Presented by Harley-Davidson of Sacramento - 1000 Arden Way. 11am
12pm. $15per person. Bike Blessing with lunch included, full bar, raffle and - 2pm Free to attend. Come grab a cold beer for only $1. All proceeds &
live music. For more information: [email protected] donations from the beer garden will benefit the Vietnam Veterans of America,
Sacramento Valley Chapter 500! Please drink responsibly. Do not drink and
APRIL 4 ride. For more information: (916) 929-4680 / www.hdsac.com
RIDING ACADEMY REUNION
SACRAMENTO APRIL 18
Presented by Harley-Davidson of Sacramento - 1000 Arden Way. 12pm 17th ANNUAL BFMC SACTO SPRING FLING
Free to attend. It’s the class reunion you don’t want to miss! Ride on over to SACRAMENTO
Harley-Davidson of Sacramento and meet up with your former instructors and Presented by Boozefighters MC Sacto – 8262 Alpine Avenue. 7pm. Free
classmates! For more information: (916) 929-4680 / www.hdsac.com Event. Open to the Public. 21 and over. Food truck, DJ music, Raffle
prizes, Bikini Contest $500 first prize! Text (415) 317-2210 to enter
APRIL 5 contest. For more information: Bobby (415) 317-2210
TOP HATTERS of HOLLISTER 27th ANNUAL BIKE BLESSING
HOLLISTER APRIL 25
Presented by TOP HATTERS of Hollister. Check in Hollister Power Sports - 10th ANNUAL AMERICAN LEGION RIDERS 521 HIGH 5 RUN
411 San Felipe Road. 10am to 1pm. $10 donation includes preferred parking, RIO LINDA
medal, drink, music & meal. Sacred Heart Church - 660 College Street in Presented by American Legion Riders Post 521 - Registration located at 6700
Hollister service at 1pm and blessing of bikes at 2pm. Meal, music, drink, door Eighth Street. 8:30am - 10:30am. Breakfast is available. First Bike out at
prizes, & 50/50 following bike blessing at Hollister Power Sports. All bikes 11am. $20 Single / $30 Double. Tri Tip Lunch included, Huge Raffle, Grand
welcome. Become a shirt sponsor, vendor or advance ticket purchase. For prize is a Neighborhood Watch Kit includes a Shotgun. Live Band. Proceeds
more information: SIDESHOW (831) 801-6737 benefit local Veterans programs. For more information: Bob Perryman
(916) 873-5007 / [email protected]. See flyer on Pg 39
APRIL 5
NORCAL CYCLE SWAP APRIL 26
SACRAMENTO GARAGE PARTY
Located at West Wind Drive - In 9616 Oates Drive. Swap with 100 SACRAMENTO
vendors, all makes and models of bike parts. 8am, $10. For more Presented by Harley-Davidson of Sacramento - 1000 Arden Way. 12pm
information: www.norcalcycleswap.com. See flyer on Pg 39 Free to attend. This event is for the ladies who ride their bike, are
passengers or are interested in the sport of motorcycle riding. Come and
APRIL 11 enjoy networking, refreshments, and learning more information about
FREE PICTURES WITH THE EASTER BUNNY the sport of motorcycle riding. Note: All genders are welcome. For more
SACRAMENTO information: (916) 929-4680 / www.hdsac.com
Presented by Harley-Davidson of Sacramento - 1000 Arden Way. 11am - 2pm.
Bring your kids! The Easter Bunny will be here at Harley-Davidson of Sacramento APRIL 26
taking free pictures on their Harley-Davidson motorcycle. These memories will BIKERS FOR AUTISM RUN
last a lifetime. Be sure to bring your camera! For more information: (916) 929- SANTA CRUZ
4680 / www.hdsac.com Start spot -10am Scotts Valley Moose Lodge - 2470 El Rancho Dr. $20
per rider. Music - Food - Raffle - Vendors - Family Friendly. End spot
APRIL 18 12noon - 3pm at VFW Hall Post 7263 - 2259 7th Ave in Santa Cruz.
PATRIOTS MC 25th ANNUAL SPRING RUN #BeTheDifference Run to benefit the efforts of Autism Family Network.
PRUNEDALE For more information: (831) 227-7966 / [email protected]
Presented by Patriots MC. Sign in at American Legion Post #593 - 8300
Prunedale North Road. 10am-Noon. $20 Donation includes 5 stop APRIL 26
hand/high & low, 4th stop Rider Reward ticket, BBQ meal, live band. SONS OF CALIFORNIA MC 4th ANNUAL POKER RUN
Also famous Keg Toss, door prizes, 50/50, Rider Reward Prize. Vendors FOLSOM
welcome, no fee. All bikes welcome. For more information: Frank (831) Presented by Sons of California MC - Gold Country benefiting Modified
636-5956. See flyer on Pg 37 Motorcycle Association of CA. Poker Run registration at Folsom Harley – 115
Woodmere Rd. 8am-10am. Donation $20/single or $30/couple. Ride out
APRIL 18 - 10am - final stop Ride to Walk Swap Meet (below). Raffle, vendors, bike
KID’S STACYC IRON E FREE DEMO games, lunch and more! For more information: Tim (530) 651-3994
SACRAMENTO
Presented by Harley-Davidson of Sacramento - 1000 Arden Way. 11am – APRIL 26
2pm. Free to attend. Call all kids! Harley-Davidson of Sacramento will be 5th ANNUAL MMA RIDE TO WALK SWAP MEET
setting up their official Stacyc race course for Demos at our dealership! Don’t LINCOLN
miss out on the fun! Battery-Powered. Kid-powered or both! Event is weather Presented by Modified Motorcycle Association of CA. Located at Ride
permitted. For more information: (916) 929-4680 / www.hdsac.com to Walk Ranch – 1630 Hwy 193. 10am (9am vendors) 20x20 spot $50
(includes lunch). * Public walk-in $5 per vehicle at gate / $5 for lunch.
For more information: Tim (530) 651-3994

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APRIL 27 2nd MONDAY OF EACH MONTH
SIERRA STEEL SEASON OPENER & ANNIVERSARY PARTY EL DORADO
CHICO MMA Division 21 Monthly Meeting
Presented by Sierra Steel Harley-Davidson – 1501 Mangrove Avenue. Presented by Modified Motorcycle Association – Poor Red’s - 6221 Pleasant
12pm-4pm. Free. We’ll have FREE Beer, BBQ, live music by the Cash Valley Rd 7pm. The Modified Motorcycle Association is the first motorcycle
Prophets, as well as a poker walk and raffle prizes called every hour! rights organization in the State of California. Please join us to learn about
You won’t want to miss this awesome event so mark your calendars, tell upcoming legislation and laws that affect our rights to ride free.
your friends and ride down to Sierra Steel Harley-Davidson! For more
information: [email protected] 1st TUESDAY OF EACH MONTH
FT BRAGG
MAY 2020 ALR Chapter 96 Monthly Meeting
Presented by American Legion Riders – Chapter 96. Veterans Administration
MAY 2 Building – 360 North Harrison Street. 6pm. For more information: Gary
4th ANNUAL GOLD COUNTRY 49er POKER RUN (907) 230-5857 / americanlegionriders96.com
AUBURN
Presented by Gold Country Indian Riders. Check in and registration at 1st TUESDAY OF EACH MONTH
C&E Auburn Indian & VTwin – 12015 Shale Ridge Lane. 9am - 10:30am. FORTUNA
$20 Solo/$30 Couple. BBQ lunch provided by Hard Rock Casino & Hotel MMA Division 3 Monthly Meeting
to the first 150 registered riders.  This year, your entry includes a ticket for a Presented by Modified Motorcycle Association – Funky Monkey Restaurant
September drawing* for a chance to win a new Custom Painted Indian Scout – 1875 Riverwalk Dr. 6:30pm The Modified Motorcycle Association is the
Motorcycle. Our ride will end at the Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Sacramento first motorcycle rights organization in the State of California. Please join us to
for food and fun. We will award the high poker hand with $300 and hand learn about upcoming legislation and laws that affect our rights to ride free.
out raffle prizes, 50/50, more prizes and a gas BBQ grill. *Drawing occurs in
September at the Hope Motorcycle Rally September 25-26, 2020 - Charity 2nd TUESDAY OF EACH MONTH
includes Prostate Cancer Foundation. You do not need to be present to win. MANTECA
All Bikes Welcome. For more information: www.49er.goldcountryimrg. Eagle’s Nest HOG Chapter Monthly Meeting
com / www.goldcountryimrg.com / [email protected] Presented by Eagle’s Nest HOG Chapter - Mountain Mike’s Pizza - 1120
N Main St. 7pm – 8pm/ Meeting is free. Do you ride a Harley-Davidson
MAY 16 motorcycle and are looking for a fun group to ride with? Come join the Eagle’s
LAW TIGERS SACRAMENTO MILE Nest HOG Chapter to learn about their upcoming rides.
SACRAMENTO
Presented by Law Tigers and SDI Racing, LLC. Located at Cal Expo. 2nd TUESDAY OF EACH MONTH
Tickets are now on sale! For more information: www.sdi-racing.com / MARYSVILLE
(650) 436-8488. See flyer on Inside Front Cover MMA Division 1 Monthly Meeting
Presented by Modified Motorcycle Association - Pizza Round Up - 2004
MAY 16 Covillaud St. 7pm
KID’S STACYC IRON E FREE DEMO The Modified Motorcycle Association is the first motorcycle rights organization
SACRAMENTO in the State of California. Please join us to learn about upcoming legislation
Presented by Harley-Davidson of Sacramento - 1000 Arden Way. 11am – and laws that affect our rights to ride free. For more information:
2pm. Free to attend. Call all kids! Harley-Davidson of Sacramento will be [email protected]
setting up their official Stacyc race course for Demos at our dealership! Don’t
miss out on the fun! Battery-Powered. Kid-powered or both! Event is weather 3rd TUESDAY OF EACH MONTH
permitted. For more information: (916) 929-4680 / www.hdsac.com FOLSOM
Folsom HOG Chapter 1787 General Meeting
MAY 16 Presented by Folsom HOG – Round Table Pizza – 9500 Greenback Lane – Unit
$1 BEER 1. 7pm-8:30pm. For more information: www.folsomhog.org / Secretary@
SACRAMENTO folsomhog.org
Presented by Harley-Davidson of Sacramento - 1000 Arden Way. 11am
- 2pm Free to attend. Come grab a cold beer for only $1. All proceeds & 3rd TUESDAY OF EACH MONTH
donations from the beer garden will benefit the Vietnam Veterans of America, PENRYN
Sacramento Valley Chapter 500! Please drink responsibly. Do not drink and MMA Division 16 Monthly Meeting
ride. For more information: (916) 929-4680 / www.hdsac.com Presented by Modified Motorcycle Association – Valencia Club – 2162 Taylor
Rd. 7pm. The Modified Motorcycle Association is the first motorcycle rights
MAY 24 organization in the State of California. Please join us to learn about upcoming
WILLITS CAR/MOTORCYCLE SHOW legislation and laws that affect our rights to ride free.
WILLITS
Presented by Willits Chamber of Commerce. 10am-4pm. Free admission on 4th WEDNESDAY OF EACH MONTH
the Sunday of Memorial Day Weekend. Many Cars and Motorcycles to check SACRAMENTO
out in a lovely Oak Tree shaded, grassy park setting. Food, Raffles, Vendors, MMA Division 14 Monthly Meeting
Music. Fun for the entire family. For more information: [email protected]. Presented by Modified Motorcycle Association – Sammy’s - 2021 Del Paso
Blvd . 7pm. The Modified Motorcycle Association is the first motorcycle rights
OPEN HOUSE organization in the State of California. Please join us to learn about upcoming
legislation and laws that affect our rights to ride free.
2nd MONDAY OF EACH MONTH
SUTTER CREEK
American Legion Riders Meeting
Presented by Post 108 Legion Riders – 11401 American Legion Drive
– 6:30pm.

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2nd THURSDAY OF EACH MONTH EVERY FRIDAY
VACAVILLE ROSEVILLE 
Vacaville HOG Chapter Monthly Meet & Greet BIKER CHURCH NIGHT Presented by Thunder Road Biker Church
Presented by Iron Steed H.O.G. Chapter Vacaville. Located at Hide- - 414 Vernon Street 7pm-8pm
A-Way - 1080 Orange Dr. 7pm. Are you looking for a group of people
just like you? Do you need people to ride with? Look no further! For 1st FRIDAY OF EACH MONTH
more information or inquiries, contact our Chapter Director Dori WOODLAND
at [email protected] Chapter Asst. Director Charlynn at BIKERS AGAINST CHILD ABUSE Meeting at VFW Hall – 345 W.
[email protected] Kentucky Avenue. 7pm. Meetings are open to the public. (530) 848-
2090 with any questions.
2nd THURSDAY OF EACH MONTH
SACRAMENTO 1st FRIDAY OF EACH MONTH
MMA Division 10 Monthly Meeting VICTOR/LODI
Presented by Modified Motorcycle Association – Hideaway Bar & Grill – MMA Division 12 Monthly Meeting
2565 Franklin Blvd. 7:30pm Presented by Modified Motorcycle Association – Know Place - 17271
The Modified Motorcycle Association is the first motorcycle rights N. Bruella Rd. 7pm. The Modified Motorcycle Association is the first
organization in the State of California. Please join us to learn about motorcycle rights organization in the State of California. Please join us to
learn about upcoming legislation and laws that affect our rights to ride free.
upcoming legislation and laws that affect our rights to ride free.
2nd FRIDAY OF EACH MONTH
3rd THURSDAY OF EACH MONTH FAIRFIELD
ELK GROVE OPEN HOUSE Presented by Dirty Whites Club House – 748 N. Texas
MMA Division 2 Monthly Meeting St 8pm - ? Come have a blast! Contact Joe 707-694-5251
Presented by Modified Motorcycle Association – NEW LOCATION
Round Table Pizza- 8345 Elk Grove Florin 7pm. The Modified Motorcycle 3rd FRIDAY OF EACH MONTH
Association is the first motorcycle rights organization in the State of VALLEJO
California. Please join us to learn about upcoming legislation and laws that OPEN HOUSE Presented by Hellbent MC 707 Crew – 100 Lincoln
affect our rights to ride free. Rd. E - 8pm. Come one come all! Our house is open to start your
weekend off right, join us for our Open House night.
3rd THURSDAY OF EACH MONTH
ROCKLIN EVERY SATURDAY
Monthly HOG Chapter Meeting SACRAMENTO
Presented by Sierra Thunder HOG Chapter. Mountain Mikes Pizza - Presented by Misplaced Souls MC. Open House to the Biker
5505 Whitney Blvd #2F. 7pm. We will be organizing our Ride Calendar. Community – 3418 Auburn Blvd on Saturday nights – 6pm. /
Bring your ideas. Arrive early if you want to eat. For more information: No Cover Charge. Come Join the MSMC and other motorcycle
[email protected] enthusiasts where we enjoy good entertainment, cold drinks, and
good food. For more information: Spit Shine (916) 217-2508 / Sarge
4th THURSDAY OF EACH MONTH (785) 410-1015.
CHICO
MMA Division 23 Monthly Meeting EVERY SATURDAY
Presented by Modified Motorcycle Association – Sierra Steel Harley FOOD TRUCK LUNCH
Davidson – 1501 Mangrove Ave. 7pm. The Modified Motorcycle SACRAMENTO
Association is the first motorcycle rights organization in the State of Presented by Harley-Davidson of Sacramento - 1000 Arden Way. 11am-
California. Please join us to learn about upcoming legislation and laws that 2pm Free to attend / food available for purchase. Out riding and having
affect our rights to ride free. fun? Ride on over to Harley-Davidson of Sacramento to enjoy lunch
from one of Sacramento’s finest food trucks. Enjoy the farm to fork life!
4th THURSDAY OF EACH MONTH For more information: (916) 929-4680 / www.hdsac.com
PALO CEDRO
MMA Division 24 Monthly Meeting EVERY SATURDAY
Presented by Modified Motorcycle Association – Goodtimes Pizza – 22049 TRY A JUMPSTART
Old 44 Drive 8734. 7pm. The Modified Motorcycle Association is the first SACRAMENTO
motorcycle rights organization in the State of California. Please join us to Presented by Harley-Davidson of Sacramento - 1000 Arden Way. 9am-2pm
learn about upcoming legislation and laws that affect our rights to ride free. Free to attend. Not quite ready to test ride a bike? Need your motorcycle
license? Get comfortable in the saddle at Harley-Davidson of Sacramento
4th THURSDAY OF EACH MONTH by trying a Jumpstart Demo. We’ll mount the motorcycle, set your boots
ROCKLIN to the foot pegs and fire up the engine under the watchful eye of our
ALR Chapter 620 Monthly Meeting trained professional. And then, sitting comfortably on the motorcycle,
Presented by American Legion Riders – Chapter 620. Rocklin Parks and you’ll give the throttle a little twist and continue to shift through the gears
Rec – 5460 5th Street. 6:30pm all while safely and securely attached to the Jumpstart platform. For more
Contact Gail Miller with any questions (916) 521-6319 information: (916) 929-4680 / www.hdsac.com

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EVERY SATURDAY 4th SUNDAY OF EACH MONTH
DEMO DAYS SACRAMENTO 
SACRAMENTO MONTHLY OPEN MEETING Presented by Veterans of All Wars Riders
Presented by Harley-Davidson of Sacramento - 1000 Arden Way. - The Capitol Casino - 411 N 16th Street 10am Meetings are open to
9am - 6 pm. Free to attend. More wind. More power. More agility. the public. For more information: Sly - [email protected]. / www.
Welcome to pure, unfiltered freedom taken to the next level. There’s vawriders.org
only one way to understand this feeling. You have to test ride one
of the new Harley-Davidson motorcycles. This is one ride you don’t BIKE NIGHTS
want to miss. Must occur during daylight hours. Weather permitting
For more information: (916) 929-4680 / www.hdsac.com EVERY THURSDAY
1st SATURDAY OF EACH MONTH SACRAMENTO
AUBURN Presented by Misplaced Souls MC. Thursday Night Fun Night –
MONTHLY CHAPTER MEETING Presented by Gold Country Indian 3418 Auburn Blvd. 6pm / Join the MSMC for its Thursday Night
Motorcycle Riders Group. C&E Auburn Indian & V-Twin - 12015 Shale get together. Free food, entertainment and great company. All like
Ridge Rd. 9:30am. Gold Country IMRG is open to all motorcycle minded members of the community are welcome. The MSMC reserve
brands. All members and prospective members and friends are the right to refuse access to who they choose. For more information:
welcome. www.goldcountryimrg.com Spit Shine (916) 217-2508 / Sarge (785) 410-1015
3rd SATURDAY OF EACH MONTH 3rd THURSDAY OF EACH MONTH
FAIRFIELD EUREKA
MONTHLY CHAPTER MEETING – Presented by Christian BIKE NIGHT NEW LOCATION Presented by M.O.B. of Humboldt - North
Motorcyclists Association - Lord’s Knights Chapter. Benicia Grill II of Fourth Bar - 207 3rd Street. The fun starts at 6pm. All motorcycles
- 2390 N. Texas. Order breakfast at 8am. Announcements at 8:30am. welcome. Free food, 50/50 raffle, pack ride. / www.mobofhumboldt.com
Kick stands up by 9:15am. All bikes welcome. (Note: Feb & May 2nd FRIDAY OF EACH MONTH
we do weekend events, so no breakfast meeting then.) For more LODI
information: Bill Neander / [email protected]. BIKE NIGHT Presented by The Water Hole along with The Red Iron
3rd SUNDAY OF EACH MONTH Riders. 246 N. Cluff Ave. 6:30pm Cost depending on the menu
VACAVILLE  $10-$18. A great NO DRAMA social event to get to know others that
MONTHLY LOCAL MEETING Presented by A.B.A.T.E. Local 17 - 4823 share the passion of the bike. Outdoor private patio area, pool tables,
Midway Road 10am We will discuss matters important to the Local Shuffleboard, Music, big screen TVs for game nights and more. All
and to the motorcycle community. We create plans, and review events bikes welcome, and those without bikes welcome too. For more
and have a raffle. We will also share with other MRO’s and Clubs. information: (209) 604-7149 / (209) 327-8283
We are also open to the communities. Glenn Phillips (707) 624-6310 / 1st SATURDAY OF EACH MONTH
[email protected] HISTORIC COLFAX
PANCAKE BREAKFAST Presented Grand Fathers MC No Cal –
Clubhouse 301 S. Railroad Street –
8:30am – 11am. Start your day out with the Grand Fathers MC!

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Billy’s Motorcycle Shop............................................................................................30 Nan Danford Real Estate.........................................................................................38
Bones Roadhouse Bar & Grub................................................................................20 Nickell’s Custom ......................................................................................................30
Boozefighters MC Hangtown...................................................................................39 Noble West Insurance Services...............................................................................21
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Featherbed Railroad Bed & Breakfast.....................................................................10 Reno Harley-Harley Davidson.................................................................................15
Folsom H.O.G. Chapter 1787..................................................................................37 Rick’s Automotive.....................................................................................................38
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Hatt’s Motorcycle......................................................................................................29 Russ Brown Motorcycle Attorneys....................................................................1 & 31
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