THUNDER ROADS NORCAL - September 2020

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THUNDER ROADS MAGAZINE NorCal editor’s letter
385 Wales Drive #B
Folsom, CA 95630 A nd just like that …it is already September! I
Office: 530.368.6579 or 530.305.7992 have noticed that a lot of us are a bit more on
Fax: 530-831-4758 edge lately and under the circumstances I can
Email: [email protected] understand why. I recently had an unprovoked encounter
Website: www.thunderroadsnorcal.com that had me thinking a bit. One day while out and about,
I ran into a lady and I use that term loosely that started
Northern California screaming at her husband because the mask that I was
State Editors / Owners wearing (only to be allowed into a store) was…God
forbid… below my nose. I could fill my blood start to
Stan & Terri Hill boil and I was very close to losing my shit right then and
there in the middle of the store, but I was able to gather
On The Cover: my emotions back in. And politely as I could, suggested
to her husband who was looking at me with a mortified
Cover photo of Roland Badertscher on a 1974 850cc Norton doing expression on his face that his wife ‘needs to stay a safe
123.4 mph by: Wild Bill Hill, see article on pages 10-11 distance away from me, if she is so concerned’ and then
I walked away. This got me thinking more about how we
Art Director/Layout & Design are all reacting to this B.S. I don’t know maybe she had
Meredith Hancock – Hancock Media health issues that made her extra worried, or maybe she
was just a control freak. You know the type… they are
Contributing Writers usually on the board of your HOA and live to find any
infraction of their rules. Either way, we all need to GO
Ride Destination BACK TO MINDING OUR OWN DAMN BUSINESS.
Chuck & Cindy Loseth
If you are terrified of catching Covid, take the responsibility
Thunder Road Biker Church of YOUR personal safety upon yourself and stop trying
Pastor Johnny Lujan to control the world. On the other hand, if you are one
that thinks this whole thing is some sort of political
On The Road conspiracy and that Covid is a made up hoax, stay out
Roxanne & Wild Bill Hill of the people’s business that don’t agree with you and
give them their space. You are not going to change their
Biker Band Revue minds by forcing them to breathe your recycled air.
Taleah Ebey / T3 Design Studios
The point is that if we can all be considerate of each other
Road Trippin’ and more understanding that there are many different
Gary & Mary Hoffman views on this subject from the extremes to somewhere in
the middle - then it will be a bit less stressful for all of us.
Open Road Toon Bottom line is that Bikers have a long tradition of staying
Don ‘Thunder’ Baggett out of others business and that tradition exists for a good
reason. What does all this have to do with motorcycles?
If You Can See What I Can See … Nothing! So…LET’S GO RIDE!
You Might Be Riding on the Back of a Harley
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Nadia Parham

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Great issue last month reminiscing about the past 10 personal convictions of integrity. Once I was able to reset
years. What a hoot to look though the pictures of all the compass on my ethical and moral convictions, my whole
the crazies out there in our world. The smiles, the world started changing. Yours can too. You may just need a
laughter and the brotherhood bring me right back to the 8 reset and reevaluate where you are going on how you are
rules of old school biker etiquette. If you have been around getting there.
the biker community for any length of time, you know there
are those that ride, and there are those that have ridden Integrity is such a huge part of old school biker etiquette as
the miles and participated in the culture of the biker lifestyle. it really involves all of the 8 rules combined to form the word
Many can argue what that term “biker lifestyle” truly means, integrity. When you say what you are going to do and follow
but one thing we can all agree on; old school rules of biker through with actually doing it, when you said you would do
etiquette will never die and are the foundation for what was it…that is Integrity. When your brothers entrust you with
Biker and what will always be “Biker”. We have learned something of value knowing you will protect that valuable
about Respect, Honor, Loyalty and Honesty in the previous asset with everything you have, that is Integrity. When your
months, and we continue into Old School Biker Etiquette brother is sick or hurt, and you show up to help care for his
rule #5 – Integrity family or his property with no questions, that is Integrity. We
all hold the capacity for setting a moral and ethical code in
Integrity means that you follow a strict moral and ethical our lives, the question is, “do you have the courage to set
code. It means you are true to yourself and would do nothing a higher standard for yourself”? A standard of moral and
that would demean or dishonor your name. Integrity is a ethical conviction. I guarantee you, when you recommit
tricky thing though. It may be easy to show integrity when to yourself this type of conviction, you become absolutely
you are around others, but the real test is what you do when unstoppable. Your goals and your dreams will now have
no one is around. The old saying “You can fool some of the a foundation to be built on. It’s a rule and a natural law….
people some of the time, but you can’t fool all of the people “Never Ride Alone”
all of the time” is a true statement. But the real statement is
“You can fool some of the people some of the time, but you Integrity – Old School Biker Etiquette #5.
can’t fool yourself”! In perspective, you do have the capacity
to fool yourself if you suffer from living a corrupt lifestyle, for Proverbs 10:9 “People with Integrity walk
the habits you form may replace the moral and ethical code safely, but those who follow crooked paths
you once had for yourself. In today’s world, it is easy to lose will be exposed”. (NLT)
yourself, who you truly are and where you were headed.
“Never Ride Alone”
My story is no different as many of you know. For many Pastor Johnny Lujan
years, I fooled myself into believing I was living a life of
integrity when in truth I was living a life of promiscuity tricking
myself into believing it was the world’s fault that I suffered
so many woes in my life. I never hurt my children and I was
always loyal to my friends, but I lost the moral convictions I
had for myself. It took a few years on the road in recovery
to rediscover what integrity actually meant. It meant not
to fool others with words of integrity, but establish my own

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RIDE DESTINATION:

Washington

Last month we had an opportunity to head North to pay Latus Motors HD
a visit to Cindy’s father in Oregon. He is in assisted Eagle Rider
living and we hadn’t seen him since last October. So,
off we went. Cindy’s neck was acting up pretty bad, so she
wasn’t up to riding. Also, there was only one day that we
could make arrangements for a visit, and that would be a
riding day. Hopefully, we will be able to get her neck taken
care of soon. Even in a car, we never tire of that drive from
Redding to Eugene, and then the backroads to her father’s
place. While she was visiting with her family, I hooked up
with my brother and we hit the road for a couple of days.

First though, I wasn’t going to drive while my brother rode,
so I met Dave at Latus Motors H-D in Gladstone, Oregon.
There Eagle Rider set me up with a 2020 Street Glide. So
now, with two wheels under me, we made our way up to
Elmer’s for breakfast and then on to I84, which runs right
along the Columbia River. The views of the river and the
surrounding cliffs are amazing. Also, there is a series of
waterfalls along the way, with Multnomah Falls being the
highlight. The Historic Columbia River Hwy will take you
up the see the incredible views from the cliffs overlooking
the River. We eventually crossed the river at SR97 and set
course to Yakima, Washington. We would meet an old friend
of mine there for lunch and a little ride. After a beautiful ride
up 97, we met up with Bob and after some burgers, it was on
to SR12. Bob rode his recently acquired Harley and we had
a nice putt over to Naches. There we parted ways and Dave
and I continued up 12.

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Multnomah Falls Washington isn’t called the
and Bridge ‘Evergreen State’ for nothing.
Green, green, green and more
green. A beautiful state. On our
way to Packwood, we kicked it a
bit at Rimrock Lake. Formed by
the Tieton Dam, and set below
huge cliffs, it’s a real pretty
place. Originally, I wanted to
turn North on 410 and come
into Mt. Rainier National Park
from the East, but the road to
the park was blocked. It was
under repair from winter storm
damage.

Our destination for the night
was Ashford and Bob had
mentioned that there was a
great woodsy road right out of
Packwood that takes you right
there. So, since we couldn’t go
the other way, we took Skate
Creek Road to Ashford. Awfully
glad we did. It was a very cozy
ride through a canopied forest
that also follows a large creek
for most of the way. No normal
creek either. Fast flowing,
wide, full of rocks, fallen logs
and other forest debris. Real
nice!

Reaching Ashford, we
checked in to our cabin at
the Lodge Near Mt. Rainer.
We had this large family size
unit to ourselves. There are
several different cabins on the
property with plenty of space
for tent camping also. The few
restaurants in town had some

CONTINUED...

Bob, Me, and Dave Bob’s Scoot

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Off Skate Creek

decent wait times, so we headed over to the General Store Pooh At Paradise
and stocked up on drinks and munchies for the night. We
enjoyed our stay at the lodge, and when morning arrived,
we were back on the road heading East up into the park.

What an absolutely impressive climb it was. Majestic
mountains and jagged snow-capped out croppings. If
you’re in the area, Mt. Rainer is a must! The entire ride up
to Paradise (it deserves its name) is filled with incredible
scenery. The view from the Nisqually Bridge is especially
nice. The only bummer was that, because of the low
hanging clouds that day, clear views of the summit were
fleeting. The trip down was equally as impressive and soon
we were back in Ashford. Time was getting short since I
had to get the bike back to the dealership or get charged
for another day. I wanted to ride down the back side of Mt
St. Helens, but had to put that off till next time.

We rode out to SR 7 and turned South. This scenic route
takes you into the little town of Morton. We were both getting
hungry, so we pulled into a small establishment called
Spiffy’s and had lunch. Good fish and chips. Mmmmm. In
Morton, we picked up SR12 again and really enjoyed the
ride West out to I5. Once we got back in Oregon, Dave
headed home, and I returned the bike to Latus Motors
Harley-Davidson. BTW-Cindy was incredibly happy to see
her family and be able to spend time with them. It was a
great trip for both of us. Later!

Article and photos contributed by Chuck and Cindy Loseth

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On The Roadto 275 mph Photos, Layout &
A Day in the Life of “Mad Max” Lambky Story by: Roxanne

+ Wild Bill Hill

“Mad Max” Lambky from Wichita, Kansas and his ‘Vincent Streamliner’, “Black Lightning” doing
275 mph. This machine is powered by two 1949 supercharged pushrod V-twin Vincent engines.
The total displacement is 2,000 cc. producing over 400 horsepower, total weight with rider and
fuel is 1,600 pounds.

It was a real privilege to be able to spend the day during Speed Week at the Bonneville Salt Flats getting to know Mad Max
last year, the man who has so much passion for speed! Keep in mind the engines that power this machine are over 70 years
old and he’s pumping all the horsepower he can out of them. In 1949, the stock Vincent is best described as a high-speed
touring bike, and the powerful engine usually appealed to those who like speed. It had a reputation for being the world’s
fastest standard motorcycle. Built from 1924 to 1955, the Vincent HRD was the world’s most exclusive and technologically
advanced motorcycle of its day. Today it is regarded as one of the most desirable collectible classics.

Mad Max has been riding a Vincent since he was 23 years old. He said that over 30 years ago he started thinking about,
“trying to break the world speed record for motorcycles.” Before he commenced to designing and building his first model in
1989, Mad Max had never built a streamliner. “It has been a trial-and-error process,” he admitted. “The first two were never
run, they just weren’t any good” he said. The third prototype, driven by the late Don Vesco, had clutch problems, so it was back
to the shop where he redesigned the streamliner for a fourth time. Stu Rogers from England rode that model at Bonneville, but
it crashed on the first run. Don Angel was riding the fifth Streamliner in 1998 when one the parachutes prematurely deployed
during the fourth run. “Even pulling a full parachute it was traveling 150 miles per hour… but the parachute got to dancing and
dragged the Streamliner onto its side” said Mad Max.

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He took the Streamliner to California and rebuilt it and in 2002, Dave Campos was going 183 mph when the crankshaft broke.
In 2005, the streamliner won an award in the antique division at the ‘2005 Speed Trials’ by BUB at Bonneville Speedway by
traveling at 212.86 miles per hour. Don Angel, was recorded going 150 mph through the timing lights in 2006. The land-speed
record streamliner reached a top record speed of 250 mph at the ‘2007 International Motorcycle Speed Trials’ and an estimated
275 mph in second gear before a supercharger spindle broke and spoiled the run. In September 2010, the streamliner set
a new Southern California Timing Association (SCTA) record of 191.303 miles per hour on the salt in the SCS-PBF class.
Nine iterations of the streamliner had been built by Lambky. Development costs were reported as $100,000 in 1997 and over
$150,000 by 2008. It’s been run at least 12 times at Bonneville. Seeing his dedicated crew work like a well-oiled machine was
fascinating. His love and his life is building and rebuilding it stronger until its perfect, is Mad Max’s passion.

The rider of this 1930 Brough 1,000cc‎ air cooled OHV
Superior is a 68-year-old Londoner named Eric Patterson. A
retired painter and decorator on his newly rebuild Superior
averaged 124.98 mph in the VGA Vintage Class at Bonneville.
The record is made even sweeter by the fact that it was the
first time a Brough had been back on the salt for 62 years.

These motorcycles are the most sought after two-wheeled
transports in the world. Just 380 of the motorcycles were built
from 1924 until 1940, around a third of that production still exists.
Superior motorcycles were made by George Brough at Brough
Superior works on Haydn Road in Nottingham, England. The
motorcycles were dubbed the “Rolls-Royce of Motorcycles”.

During the 50’s, AMA Motorcycle Hall of Famer Marty Dickerson was best known for setting speed records on his Vincent HRD Rapide. Dickerson

set a Class C record of 129 mph on the Utah Bonneville Salt Flats in 1951. When the record was broken a year later, Dickerson came back with an

improved version of his Vincent in 1953 and turned in a run of 147 mph. That record held for a remarkable 20 years! During that run, he cracked the

elusive 150 mph barrier in one direction. Dickerson was also a top-notch West Coast road racer. He won the 250cc division in the famous Catalina

Grand Prix in 1953. Dickerson opened his own Vincent motorcycle shop in 1951. A year earlier, he rode to Utah to help the legendary Rollie Free

in his speed runs at Bonneville. While there, he caught the speed trial bug. The ride home from Utah would be the last street miles his beloved

Vincent would see. The bike was completely disassembled and modified for top-speed runs. After he studied the rulebook he found some unique

loopholes that would allow him to do away with the standard seat and replace it with just a small pad low on the rear wheel well. He also turned

his handlebars upside-down to give him a more streamlined riding position. In 1996, Dickerson, who was 70 at the time, brought his trusty old

Max Vincent out of the mothballs and set a vintage speed
Lambky
Marty Dickerson record. Dickerson will always be closely associated
with Vincent motorcycles. Enthusiasts of the famous

British motorcycle continue to seek his knowledge of

1953 Marty Dickerson at 150 mph the brand some fifty years after his record runs. In
2007, Dickerson returned to Bonneville at 80 years of

age, climbed on a 1950 Vincent Rapide and clocked

runs of 151.685 mph and 154.567 scorching yet

another record into the history books. Now in his 80s,

riding continues to be his favorite pastime and he is still

twisting the throttle WFO.

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If You Can SeeWhat I Can See …
You Might Be Riding on the Back of a Harley

Flashback: Sturgis 75th Anniversary Motorcycle Rally 2015

The Chip Arrived Sturgis or Bust Linda & Tom
Cyndee & Curt Linda & Mike

Excitement is in the air. The 80th Annual Sturgis Motorcycle Less than 100 miles away, there are lava rocks along the roadside.
Rally 2020 is currently happening although officials We stopped at Craters of the Moon National Monument, and learned
considered canceling the Rally due to Covid concerns. As those rocks are made of lava that didn’t erupt out of volcanoes. The
many of our friends head out to Sturgis this year, it stirs lava oozed out of fissures in the earth and spewed out of vents,
memories of our trip to South Dakota in 2015 for the 75th Anniversary spreading over 618 square miles. The name was given because the
Rally. For Curt, to ride is to breathe. It wasn’t unusual for him to sight appears to be something from out of this world.
suggest that we take a trip to Sturgis. For me, to be comfortable
is to live. The first thing I asked him was, “Are we going to buy a In Jackson Hole, Wyoming we had lunch at the Million Dollar
motorhome?” He replied, “No honey. We ride.” Cowboy Saloon. We rode through the Grand Tetons, on to Yellowstone
and dinner was at Wild Bill Cody’s Hotel Irma, in Cody, Wyoming. We
We connected with friends who also wanted to go to Sturgis and rode through Ten Sleep and the Bighorn National Forest.
agreed to travel together. That was the beginning of our epic Sturgis
trip. We started planning a year in advance. Deciding the best route We finally arrived at Sturgis. Bikes. Bikes. Bikes everywhere. The
to take, how many miles each day, where to stay and where to stop air crackled and the excitement was breathtaking. Photographers
along the way. We called hotels and motels, seeking good locations taking pictures, handing us a card so we can buy online. Signs
and rates. We called Sturgis. Reviewing the options, we decided announcing events. We settled into our camper and walked to the
to rent camp trailers from Jacks Campers, a vendor at the Rally. Chip. Thousands of people. The headliner concert that night was Dee
Everything is set up and maintained, ready for use upon arrival, all for Snider. So much unusual to see. Midget bowling. Topless women.
a fee. We chose the Red Barn RV Campground, just across from the Fire Dancers. Stunt riders. Bike Burnouts. Weddings. Vendors that
entrance to Buffalo Chip. We bought Rally passes so we could check will sell you anything. Knives, tattoos, piercings, leathers and clothes.
out the entertainment and excitement at the Chip anytime we wanted What do you want or need? It was available and there.
to walk over there. There were 7 of us taking this trip, 3 couples and
one person driving the chase car. My friends were taking bets that We started our days at sunrise, riding out early to beat the crowds.
their Princess would end up in the chase car. All I need to say is, We would ride to a tourist destination, return in time to spend the
“Princess? Bet against the Queen and you will lose.” afternoon in Sturgis and the evening at the Chip. We went to Devil’s
Tower, Mt. Rushmore and Crazy Horse Monuments. While we were
We met at a local coffee shop before heading out to Elko, Nevada. in Custer’s National Park, we saw a large herd of bison, far away,
The next day we stopped at Snake Harley in Twin Falls, Idaho. They drinking from a lake. When we came upon vehicles stopped in the
recommended we visit Shoshone Falls, 3 miles down the road. road, we pulled over. Curt shut off the bike. A family of bison came
Shoshone Falls is referred to as Niagara of the West. One of the walking our way, within 10 feet of us. Mama and her babies. Bison
largest waterfalls in the United States, 212 feet tall, 900 feet wide, have eyes on opposite sides of their head, which gives them the
and 45 feet higher than Niagara. Located on the Snake River, it flows widest possible field of view. Mama never took her sideways eyes off
over a rim nearly 1,000 feet wide. So beautiful, I was mesmerized. of us. She wasn’t the scariest. Daddy was following 30 feet behind
them. He crossed the street, and walked within 4 feet of us. So close

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Chief Crazy Horse Mt. Rushmore
Devil’s Tower
we could reach out and touch him, but didn’t. Watching us from those
sideways eyes, he huffed, puffed and snorted as he walked. We were
fully aware of his massive strength.

We visited all of the nearby towns and saw the sights. More vendors,
everywhere. People crowded on the balconies of the saloons, two
and three stories high. Easyriders Saloon was popular, but the place
to be was Full Throttle Saloon. It was like Mad Max in Thunderdome,
on steroids. Open ceiling with a tightwire and zipline overhead. A
motorcycle rider was racing back and forth on the tightwire. Riders
speeding in a turning globe. A man wearing a diaper, suspended in
air, held by chains attached to the piercings in his body. Multiple bars.
Freightliner trucks stacked on top of each other, next to the bleachers
where people sit and watch. A few weeks after we were there, Full
Throttle Saloon burned down.

Nine days later we were headed home, but the vacation wasn’t
over. We went to Moab, Utah and toured the Arches National Park.
We stood next to tall mountains with hieroglyphics carved into the
walls and enjoyed the vast skies of Cheyenne, Wyoming. We rode
beside the Rocky Mountain springs of Colorado and watched the
water flow quickly through the mountains. We rode the Hogsback
Highway, where the curvy road drop offs on both sides, at the same
time. Almost home, we spent the last night in Austin, Nevada. We
hung out in a dive bar with a jukebox playing scratched records. The
next morning we crossed into California and came upon Lake Tahoe.
We were reminded there is beauty right here at home.

3,872 miles, 7 states, 14 days, 739,000 people at Sturgis. We
traveled on lonely roads that went on forever. Curt and I entertained
each other telling stories and jokes, singing songs and laughing. Hot,
cold, wind and rain. Bugs in the face. Drama, disappointment and
excitement. So many amazing sights to see. I know all of our friends
will enjoy Sturgis this year as much as we did five years ago. If you
see us on the road, come ride with us.

Article and photos contributed by Cyndee Reed Van Hooser

Full Throttle Arriving

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The Proposal

Ihad a message on my phone from Corey - the service advisor Strapping Jesse on the trike
at San Jose Harley. He said he wanted to run something by me
to see what I think. The call was about a customer ‘s request Loading Jesse, with Tee and
from Fred (who also lives in San Jose) with help to make a kanaka
dream come true for his niece’s boyfriend, Jesse. You see, all Jesse
wanted to do was to rent a Harley and go to Alice’s Restaurant so
that he can propose to Tracey (Fred’s niece). Sounds easy enough,
right? There’s more to it! Jesse is a quadriplegic, now this makes
things a little more interesting! I forgot to mention that we have less
than two weeks to do this.

My first thought and plan of action was to call Tee - the President
of Kanaka Hekili MC. Most of the members are Polynesian – and
the most beautiful and spiritual people in the world and as far as I’m
concerned. And they are the best motorcycle club in the world too. Tee
came in with five of his members and made this happen. We strapped
Jesse’s ass on Nad’s trike and using Velcro and wire ties and carried
a roll of duct tape too. Then we loaded him up at Fred and Lauri’s
house in SJ with the next stop San Jose Harley. San Jose Harley
really impressed me, they didn’t have to do all this.

Ya see, Fred went to San Jose Harley looking for a trike to rent,
but they didn’t have anything so Fred left. (This is how I got involved)
Corey from the shop went beyond the call of duty to help make this
happen. There was nothing for them to gain, they just wanted this guy
from Idaho (Jesse) to fulfill his dream to ride on a Harley to Alice’s
Restaurant and ask his girlfriend to marry him. I bought Nad’s trike at
San Jose and I’m glad I did - the people there are awesome. Fred said
he was going to buy a new Harley there too.

When we left SJ Harley we took Hwy 280 North to 84. Kanaka led
the pack, then Nad with Jesse on the trike followed behind Kanaka.
Jesse was happier than a pig rolling in shit! Tee and the other
Kanakas opened the lane, so Nad and Jesse could lead the pack
down the freeway. Fred and I followed behind to keep an eye on
Jesse, in case the straps came loose. Nadia did a fantastic job
driving the trike with Jesse strapped in. Tracey rode with Uncle
Fred next to me.

When we got to Alice’s, the owner was there and took very good
care of our group. The bacon cheeseburgers all around were
fabulous. Now mind you, this all came together within two weeks,

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She said yes

Jesse in the zone
cruisin to Alices

Kanaka,SCJorHy,aFrrleeyd,waitnhd Nadia

no one knew Jesse, Tracey, Fred or Lauri. Fred and Lauri are
originally from Idaho and live in SJ now, Jesse and Tracey drove
here from Idaho to do the ride.

Jesse did ask Tracey to marry him after we did the
group picture out back and she said “Yes” instantly.
I would like to give special “Thanks” to San Jose
Harley, Kanaka Hekili MC, Alice’s Restaurant and
Jim Busto from MMI Vehicle Systems / Ravenol Oil
for making this a great day.
Article and photos contributed by
Dan Rogers and Nadia Parham

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When I look at this bike by award-winning custom builder Stacy’s Garage out of
Manteca, California - it just screams attention to detail. If you give this ride a close
look, it has that reminiscent appearance to the days of board track racing. You
can see that every square inch of this motorcycle has been fabricated with thoughtful
attention to the end result. This is just Stacy’s way of doing things. Every part, every nut
and bolt, this machine is impeccably finished and polished with the utmost attention and
care that comes from a builder that is truly passionate about his craft. Congratulations
Stacy for building such a beautiful motorcycle and thank you for sharing it with all of us.

Article and photos by Stan Hill

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BIKE SPECS

BIKE: Custom Tracker
BUILDER: Stacy McCleary
ENGINE: Panhead built by Pat’s Machine
IGNITION: Morris Magneto
DISPLACEMENT: 80 CI
CARBURETOR: S&S Super E
AIR CLEANER: Tear Drop
PIPES: Stacy Custom
PRIMARY: 2” OPEN BELT
TRANSMISSION: HD 4 speed
FRAME: Paughco and Stacy- Wishbone Rigid
RAKE: 29 Degrees
ALTERATIONS: Single down tube by Stacy
FORKS: V-Twin Springer
REAR SUSPENSION: None Rigid Frame
BARS: Custom by Stacy’s Garage
HAND CONTROLS: Custom Stacy’s Garage
GRIPS: Early HD
FOOT PEGS & CONTROLS: Custom Stacy’s Garage
HEADLIGHT: Modern C Spotlight
TAIL LIGHT: Prism
REAR FENDER: Custom Stacy’s Garage
GAS TANK: Custom Stacy’s Garage
OIL TANK: Custom Stacy’s Garage
SEAT: Stacy and Juan
SISSY BAR: Custom Stacy’s Garage
PAINTER: Binford’s Custom Cycles
POWDERCOATING: Valley Custom Powdercoat

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Everything has definitely changed in the music scene BRIAN
since the Covid-19 Pandemic. Playing live music and SYKES
booking tours suddenly stopped for every musician and
band I know. And the future is very uncertain for sure. Dylan song. By the age of 13, I discovered that for me playing
After my band, The Hum Bro’s played Redwood Run 2019 guitar is the best way to express my feelings as it has always
we decided to take a break as some members had to get been there for me and helped me through troubled times.
jobs and find other ways to make money. After the 2018 Both of my parents were musicians and singer/songwriters
Redwood Run, I was fortunate to get invited to play at the - so music has always been a big part of my life growing up
Telluride Blues & Brews Festival in Colorado with a band and still is everything to me to this day. For me, music is life.
from Chattanooga, Tennessee called Husky and the Slow I believe that music can help heal the world and bring some
Attack. Playing in Telluride with them was so much fun and much needed positivity and hope to so many who have none
helped kick in inspiration to start this new band called Blue in these crazy times we are all living in.
Axis. A lot of bands have been live streaming shows and
are able to make ends meet that way, but that requires high For more information about Brian:
speed internet so none of my bands have been able to do
that since we live in the rural California hills of Southern www.facebook.com/brian.sykes.946
Humboldt County.
www.facebook.com/thicker.than.thieves
Although it’s been kind of hard not playing live music, I have
been using the time at home to reflect on things, practicing
guitar, singing more than ever before. Blue Axis is a heavy
Blues / Rock Guitar drivin’ power trio with influences such
as Jimi Hendrix, SRV, Johnny Winter, Leslie West, Albert
King, BB King, Gary Moore, Black Sabbath, Jimmy Dawkins
and Robin Trower- just to name a few. I’m pouring every bit
of heart, soul felt pain, and hope from not just myself but
channeling the entire worlds problems in every single note,
playing both cover songs and original music. We’re hoping
to be able to at least start rehearsals soon but so far have
not we even been able to do that. I am very much looking
forward to getting back out there and playing live music with
the new band and staying optimistic it will happen before
2021. I taught myself to play guitar at age 7 with a little help
from my mother who showed me a few chords and a Bob

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SUMMER ROAD HAZARDS

Heads up Riders! Recently
a couple was riding
through the hills of Santa
Cruz Mountains and was hit by
a falling tree limb!! The limb
dropped right on the front end
of their bagger, crunched the
fender, took out the left running
light and blinker.

Luckily they rode through it
and they managed to stay on
the bike, it was wobbly, but they
kept it upright. The passenger
used her foot in one of the
photos to get a relevant scale
for size of the limb…not your
every day tree branch!

This dry weather is just as
hazardous as riding in inclement
weather! As you know, trees
normally draw water from the
ground through its roots - but
when the earth dries from
extreme heat, a tree will hold onto
its water reserves and becomes
heavier causing the branches
to break. PLEASE SHARE and
always stay alert! .
Article contributed by
Gary Hoffman

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The Legal History of
Dogs On Motorcycles
& Cricket The Boston

Terrier in 2020

Provided by Russ Brown Motorcycle Attorneys

Think you’re a motorcycle enthusiast? Cricket the Boston Cricket the Boston Terrier- Photo by Jean B.
Terrier has over 400,000 miles of riding on a motorcycle
including 48 states and 3 countries…WOW, more than most 4. Jean recommends you do not actually start a dog riding on a
riders! And she will likely hit 500,000 miles in 2020. motorcycle until the canine is fully developed, at about 18 months,
as strong joints and bones are a must!
Need for speed? Check. Twisties addict? Check. Campouts and
overnights? She loves em. 5. Cricket spends her time on the motorcycle in a motorcycle
crate–the ‘Grand Palace’ by Kuryakyn is her go-to. Motorcycle
Cricket the Boston Terrier has been riding on the back of the crates for pooches include a harness to strap them in with a quick
motorcycle for over 5 years, traveling all over the country. It is not detach for easy removal, and double as a crate for those campouts
every day you see a pooch on a motorcycle, but it is more widely and overnights Cricket enjoys so much. Ideally, a crate purchase
accepted ever since the late 1990’s. That’s when lawyer Russ is made well ahead of time and your dog gradually acclimated to
Brown, founder of Russ Brown Motorcycle Attorneys, took the spending time in the crate. Once they are comfortable, you can
original test case to court and helped make the practice legal. transfer the same crate to the motorcycle, and gradually introduce
them to the sounds and feel of the bike running. For a successful
Back in 1995, Russ Brown helped pave the way for riders to transition to riding, pay close attention to your four-legged friend.
have dogs as passengers on motorcycles. A SoCal rider named Do not push if they are not feeling safe and comfortable.
Gerbracht was ticketed for allowing his Husky, Harley, to ride on the
tank of his motorcycle. The ticket code violation stated, “No person 6. Motorcycle Helmets are available for your four-legged friend
. . . shall knowingly permit any person to ride on part of a vehicle but Cricket refrains due to her short nose as the helmet strap can
not intended for the use of passengers. “ cause difficulty breathing. She has a few custom ones she wears
for photos.
“It appeared to me to be an unsafe riding situation,” said Officer
Webb, the policeman who ticketed Gerbracht. He relied on his Jean dotes on Cricket. Her Grand Pet Palace by Kuryakyn
vehicle code manual which stated that “no passenger or ‘load’ comes with internal harness system, ventilation options, zippered
could be carried on a part of a motor vehicle not intended for use full protection from weather, and real sheepskin with memory foam
of a passenger.” for Cricket’s comfort. She’s not spoiled at all!

According to the LA Times, before Gerbracht arrived at court, When asked if Cricket makes riding more complicated for Jean,
“Russ Brown said, ‘Look,’ pointing to a copy of the vehicle code, she responded, “It actually makes me a better rider.” Why? Well
‘nowhere does this say anything about dogs, or about ‘loads.’ It Jean rides about 10,000 miles a month, often tank to tank without
says: ‘No person . . . shall knowingly permit any person to ride’ on stopping, Cricket helps to slow her down so she finds herself
part of a vehicle not intended for the use of passengers’.” enjoying the scenery of the ride and being more aware of speed
and comfort. For Cricket, water and potty breaks are important;
Ultimately, Russ’ arguments won the case. A dog is not in fact she is on a strict diet on the road and doesn’t take candy from
a person, and he effectively illustrated to the court how Gerbracht strangers. Jean keeps track of a loose schedule and knows when
had gone above and beyond to make changes to his bike so it was it’s time to take a break.
safe and enjoyable for Harley to ride.
To read this BLOG by Jammie Sedor of Russ Brown Motorcycle
Have you ever considered bringing your pooch on a motorcycle Attorneys in its entirety…
adventure? Cricket’s owner, Jean, shares some insight into her
training and experiences. Go to www. RussBrown.com

1. As much fun as it sounds, you cannot just strap a dog to
the back and take off! Jean has trained 20 or so dogs to ride on
motorcycles, from Chihuahuas to Labs. She says it is imperative to
take the time necessary to properly and safely get them on a bike.

2. Boston Terriers are very smart and easy to train, a great
fit for the seat of a motorcycle, and resilient for their size. Jean
has successfully trained two Boston Terriers to love motorcycle
riding. But don’t worry, she says any breed of dog with the right
temperament & correct training can learn.

3. Jean starts them out by desensitizing them to the sounds of
the engine and motorcycle pipes. Cricket only has 20% hearing
in one ear–the side with the blue eye–which is pretty common in
these breeds. You may think she’s ignoring you, but she’s just not
listening! Just because Cricket hears a mumbled rumble doesn’t
mean you cannot desensitize your non-hearing-impaired pooch–it
just takes time and patience.

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If a man whispers “fuuuuuuuk” as soon as he puts it in... Have you ever just laughed your ass off at something Really
You best enjoy the next 9 seconds, darlin’. dark or weird and just sat there like, what is wrong with me?

-------------------------------------------------------------- --------------------------------------------------------------
Raise your hand if someone is still alive today because So was lying in bed with my new bf after sex and knew he
you didn’t want to go to prison? was thinking about how that was just mind blowing sex, but
when I asked him he said, “actually, you just blew a tiny little
-------------------------------------------------------------- fart on my dick and it gave me a boner.” *read the joke
Barbie turns 61 this year. Kinda’ think we can all start above this one again.
calling her Barbara or Miz B. now.
---------------------------------------------------------------
-------------------------------------------------------------- The garbage man stuck a pamphlet for AA on my
The “NEW” NFL Announcers...”It’s not his knee. It recycling bin.
appears his feelings are hurt and the official team Judgmental prick, mind your own damn business!
Psychologist is rushing out onto the field.”
---------------------------------------------------------------
-------------------------------------------------------------- Confucius say: It is only when a mosquito lands on
I’m gonna’ hang a Batman outfit in my hubby’s closet just your balls that you realize there is always a way to solve
to majorly screw with him when/if he ever gets Alzheimer’s. problems without using violence.

-------------------------------------------------------------- ---------------------------------------------------------------
Before the coffee lawsuit, do you also remember that You ever wish you could meet someone for the very first
Mickey D’s apple pies were literally served at the surface time and walk straight f’ing past them?
temperature of the planet Mercury!
---------------------------------------------------------------
-------------------------------------------------------------- Two Unicorns on Noah’s Ark ---- “Hey! Sexy, looks like it’s
Until you ride with someone that has a suspended gonna’ be up to you and me to re-populate the Earth with
license, you really don’t know how many back roads there Unicorns, Huh? By the way I’m Gregg, what’s your name
are in your town. cutie-pie?
Arnold, now get your horned ass outa’ here.
-------------------------------------------------------------- And that folks, is why we have no Unicorns. :(
I think we all need to pray for Karen’s husband.
He was walking by the pantry on his way to the bathroom ---------------------------------------------------------------
and saw her taking five Oreos out of the container and Things that make you go Hmmm?
commented, “I thought you said you were on a diet?”. If Hooters starts delivering wings, will it mean they might
change their name to Knockers?
-------------------------------------------------------------- ---------------------------------------------------------------
Very vivacious 22 year old to her 72 year old, very rich It’s a little known fact that cows’ farts come from the dairy air.
husband, after the wedding ceremony, “I love you so (if you don’t get it, don’t even ask)
much I want you to wear this manly beloved bracelet that ---------------------------------------------------------------
belonged to my Grandfather, and feel my love always. You know what unites us the most is when you stop and
Husband: Why does it say “Do Not Resuscitate?” acknowledge the absolute fact that every single adult
hand you’ve ever shaken has held a dick at some time or
-------------------------------------------------------------- another, and some more than others.
O.K., you gotta’ sing this in the same melody... ---------------------------------------------------------------
“Ain’t no sunshine when she’s gone..... Ladies, it’s hot out there and tempers flare, so while you;re
Ain’t no borderline psychotic emotional bullchit running around half-naked and guys shouting obscenities,
either” please do your best not to be Twatsicles. Guys, just carry
on not having a f’ing clue.
-------------------------------------------------------------- ---------------------------------------------------------------
Grandpa is such a grump. Lil’ Joey was taking a selfie September is one Hot ass month so stay cool!
and his Grandpa said ‘that’s about stupid!”. As my Great Grandpappy used to say.....
Lil’ Joey said, just cause’ y’all didn’t have selfies in your Hells Fire! It’s hotter out there than a Hooker’s door
day don’t make it stupid.” Grandpa said, “Oh, we had knob on Nickel Night!
selfies alright, whenever I was in the mood and your
Grandmother didn’t feel like putting out, that’s when
selfies came into play.”

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555 G Street
Rick’s Automotive A&M Heating and Air Jachimowicz Law Group
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44th Annual Toy Drive

Date: November 29, 2020
Time: 10am pack ride out Folsom Harley
12 noon arrive at Drive In to start event - all day event
Location: Sacramento Drive Inn
9616 Oates Dr., Sacramento, CA 95827
Contact: Connie Chrisos, Public Relations Rep 916-899-4450 call/text
Donation: 1 unwrapped toy! There will be no fee at the gate!

COVID RESTRICTIONS – If we are still under Covid regulations in November, we have a
social distancing plan in place. We will have our event outdoors & in large pop-ups in
open areas for public safety.
Motorcycles, bikes, cars all welcome! This will be an all-day event for the kids so bring the children
to pick out toys. This event is open to the public so please invite any families you may know that
are in need! There will be entertainment, stunt riders, food, play area, DJ playing Christmas music
and of course pictures with Santa Claus.

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SEPTEMBER 2020 OCTOBER 2020

SEPTEMBER 11-13 CANCELLED OCTOBER 10
FRYED BROTHERS BAND ANNUAL BASH IN THE REDWOODS 10th ANNUAL 111 MILE RIDE FOR VETERANS
LEGGETT AUBURN
Presented by Fryed Brothers Band. Located at Redwoods River Resort Presented by The Forgotten Soldier Program. Ride starts at C & E
- 75000 HWY 101 North. 9am. Join the Fryed Brothers Band for a V-Twin Indian - 12015 Shale Ridge Road. Registration starts at 8:30.
weekend of music, bike games and so much more in the Redwoods. Advanced registration $25 p/person/2 up $45. Day of $30 p/person/2
Additional music provided by Rogue, Gethen Jenkins, Savannah Blue, up $50. Run ends at Rocklin Harley-Davidson. Poker ride, with lunch,
Steve “Beatnik” Werner, Second Sight, and Barn Fire Band. Cost: $75/ music, raffle, chapter challenge. For more information: www.
Advance or $85/Gate. Admission includes tent camping. RV space call forgottensoldierprogram.com
Billie (707) 925-6249. For more information: Barb (707) 824-4861 /
[email protected] / www.fryedbrothersband.com. OCTOBER 10
MMA FUNDRAISER
SEPTEMBER 12 ROSEVILLE
4th ANNUAL GOLD COUNTRY 49er POKER RUN Presented by Local Locos MC. Located at Iron Workers MC Clubhouse
AUBURN – 2110 March Road. 12pm – 6pm. Free admission. Bike show, vendors,
Presented by Gold Country Indian Riders. Check in and registration at Bacon Mania food truck, raffle & door prize. Booth $50 for 20x20 Bike fee
C&E Auburn Indian & VTwin – 12015 Shale Ridge Lane. 9am - 10am. $20 $25 Food $5/plate Raffle $1/ticket Door Prize $5/ticket (party wagon). For
Solo/$30 Couple. BBQ lunch provided by Hard Rock Casino & Hotel to the information: Bob (916) 521-3868 / [email protected]
first 150 registered riders. Our ride will end at the Hard Rock Hotel & Casino
Sacramento for food and fun. We will award the high poker hand with $300 OCTOBER 31
and hand out raffle prizes, 50/50, more prizes and a gas BBQ grill. All Bikes HALLOWEEN PARTY
Welcome. For more information: www.49er.goldcountryimrg.com / www. SACRAMENTO
goldcountryimrg.com / [email protected] Presented by Harley-Davidson of Sacramento - 1000 Arden Way. 11am
- 2pm Free to attend. Come celebrate with us Harley-Davidson style! We
SEPTEMBER 12 POSTPONED UNTIL 2021 will have a costume contest, $1 beer (please drink responsibly, do not
1st ANNUAL VIP SHOPPING EVENT POKER CHIP RUN drink and ride) food and more! Plus we will be having a safe trick or treat
MODESTO all day long. For more information: (916) 929-4680 / www.hdsac.com
Presented by Mitchell’s Modesto Harley-Davidson. Registration at 500 N
Carpenter Rd. 9am / $20 a person. The ride ends at the Old Fishermen’s NOVEMBER 2020
club where there will be live music, food trucks, vendors, and more! Don’t
miss out! The first 200 registrants will receive a run pin and goodie bag. For NOVEMBER 29
more information: www.mitchellsmodestohd.com / (209) 522-1061 44th ANNUAL MMA TOY RUN
SACRAMENTO
SEPTEMBER 19 Presented by Modified Motorcycle Association of California. Pack ride out
SACRAMENTO HARLEY-DAVIDSON 101 ANNIVERSARY from Folsom Harley at 10am to Sacramento Drive In – 9616 Oates Dr for
SACRAMENTO an all-day event for the family. Bring 1 unwrapped toy – there will not be a
Presented by Harley-Davidson of Sacramento - 1000 Arden Way. 11am - 2pm fee at the gate. For more information: Connie Chrisos (916) 899-4450
Free to attend. Since 1919, Harley-Davidson of Sacramento is one of the / See flyer for COVID Restrictions. See flyer on Page 33
nation’s oldest dealerships! Come join us as we celebrate 101 years of being in
Sacramento! Enjoy food, prizes, vendors and $1 beer! Please drink responsibly. DECEMBER 2020
Do not drink and ride. For more information: (916) 929-4680 / www.hdsac.
com DECEMBER 12
FREE PICTURES WITH SANTA
SEPTEMBER 24-27 SACRAMENTO
STREET VIBRATIONS Fall Rally Presented by Harley-Davidson of Sacramento - 1000 Arden Way. 11am
RENO, CARSON & VIRGINIA CITY, NEVADA - 2pm Free to attend. The tradition continues! Ride on over to Harley-
Presented by Roadshows, Inc. Vendors & participants go to www. Davidson of Sacramento to take pictures with Santa Claus on his brand
roadshowsreno.com. For more information: (775) 329-7469 / admin@ new Harley-Davidson motorcycle. Be sure to bring your camera! For
roadshowsreno.com more information: (916) 929-4680 / www.hdsac.com

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DECEMBER 19 3rd TUESDAY OF EACH MONTH
FREE PICTURES WITH SANTA FOLSOM
SACRAMENTO Folsom HOG Chapter 1787 General Meeting
Presented by Harley-Davidson of Sacramento - 1000 Arden Way. 11am Presented by Folsom HOG – Round Table Pizza – 9500 Greenback
- 2pm Free to attend. The tradition continues! Ride on over to Harley- Lane – Unit 1. 7pm-8:30pm For more information: www.folsomhog.
Davidson of Sacramento to take pictures with Santa Claus on his brand org / [email protected]
new Harley-Davidson motorcycle. Be sure to bring your camera! For
more information: (916) 929-4680 / www.hdsac.com 3rd TUESDAY OF EACH MONTH
PENRYN
DECEMBER 26 MMA Division 16 Monthly Meeting
2021 PARTY Presented by Modified Motorcycle Association – Valencia Club –
SACRAMENTO 2162 Taylor Rd. 7pm. The Modified Motorcycle Association is the first
Presented by Harley-Davidson of Sacramento - 1000 Arden Way. 11am - motorcycle rights organization in the State of California. Please join
2pm Free to attend. Come celebrate with Harley-Davidson of Sacramento us to learn about upcoming legislation and laws that affect our rights
and we transition into the new year! We will have $1 beer, please drink to ride free.
responsibly, do not drink and ride. For more information: (916) 929-4680 /
www.hdsac.com 2nd WEDNESDAY OF EACH MONTH
EL DORADO
OPEN HOUSE MMA Division 21 Monthly Meeting
Presented by Modified Motorcycle Association – Poor Red’s - 6221
2nd MONDAY OF EACH MONTH Pleasant Valley Rd 7pm
SUTTER CREEK The Modified Motorcycle Association is the first motorcycle rights
American Legion Riders Meeting organization in the State of California. Please join us to learn about
Presented by Post 108 Legion Riders – 11401 American Legion Drive upcoming legislation and laws that affect our rights to ride free.
– 6:30pm.
4th WEDNESDAY OF EACH MONTH
1st TUESDAY OF EACH MONTH SACRAMENTO
FT BRAGG MMA Division 14 Monthly Meeting ON HOLD / LOCATION CLOSED
ALR Chapter 96 Monthly Meeting Presented by Modified Motorcycle Association – Sammy’s - 2021 Del
Presented by American Legion Riders – Chapter 96. Veterans Paso Blvd . 7pm. The Modified Motorcycle Association is the first
Administration Building – 360 North Harrison Street. 6pm. For more motorcycle rights organization in the State of California. Please join
information: Gary (907) 230-5857 / americanlegionriders96.com us to learn about upcoming legislation and laws that affect our rights
to ride free.
1st TUESDAY OF EACH MONTH
FORTUNA 4th WEDNESDAY OF EACH MONTH
MMA Division 3 Monthly Meeting REDDING
Presented by Modified Motorcycle Association – Funky Monkey Redding HOG Chapter Meeting
Restaurant – 1875 Riverwalk Dr. 6:30pm The Modified Motorcycle Presented by Redding Harley Owners Group - LuLu’s Restaurant
Association is the first motorcycle rights organization in the State - 2230 Pine Street. 7pm. Meeting is free to all who wish to attend.
of California. Please join us to learn about upcoming legislation and Come early and get the world’s best clams! For more information:
laws that affect our rights to ride free. [email protected]

2nd TUESDAY OF EACH MONTH 2nd THURSDAY OF EACH MONTH
MANTECA VACAVILLE
Eagle’s Nest HOG Chapter Monthly Meeting Vacaville HOG Chapter Monthly Meet & Greet
Presented by Eagle’s Nest HOG Chapter - Mountain Mike’s Pizza Presented by Iron Steed H.O.G. Chapter Vacaville. Located at Hide-
- 1120 N Main St. 7pm – 8pm/ Meeting is free. Do you ride a Harley- A-Way - 1080 Orange Dr. 7pm. Are you looking for a group of people
Davidson motorcycle and are looking for a fun group to ride with? just like you? Do you need people to ride with? Look no further! For
Come join the Eagle’s Nest HOG Chapter to learn about their more information or inquiries, contact our Chapter Director Dori
upcoming rides. at [email protected] Chapter Asst. Director Charlynn at
[email protected]
2nd TUESDAY OF EACH MONTH
MARYSVILLE 2nd THURSDAY OF EACH MONTH
MMA Division 1 Monthly Meeting SACRAMENTO
Presented by Modified Motorcycle Association – NEW LOCATION MMA Division 10 Monthly Meeting ON HOLD
Stassis 4th Ward Tavern – 102 7th Street. 7pm. The Modified Presented by Modified Motorcycle Association – NEW LOCATION
Motorcycle Association is the first motorcycle rights organization TBA 7:30pm
in the State of California. Please join us to learn about upcoming The Modified Motorcycle Association is the first motorcycle rights
legislation and laws that affect our rights to ride free. For more organization in the State of California. Please join us to learn about
information: [email protected] upcoming legislation and laws that affect our rights to ride free.

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3rd THURSDAY OF EACH MONTH 2nd FRIDAY OF EACH MONTH
ELK GROVE FAIRFIELD
MMA Division 2 Monthly Meeting ON HOLD OPEN HOUSE Presented by Dirty Whites Club House – 748 N. Texas
Presented by Modified Motorcycle Association – NEW LOCATION St 8pm - ? Come have a blast! Contact Joe 707-694-5251
TBA 7pm. The Modified Motorcycle Association is the first
motorcycle rights organization in the State of California. Please join 3rd FRIDAY OF EACH MONTH
us to learn about upcoming legislation and laws that affect our rights VALLEJO
to ride free. OPEN HOUSE Presented by Hellbent MC 707 Crew – 100 Lincoln
Rd. E - 8pm. Come one come all! Our house is open to start your
3rd THURSDAY OF EACH MONTH weekend off right, join us for our Open House night.
ROCKLIN
Monthly HOG Chapter Meeting EVERY SATURDAY
Presented by Sierra Thunder HOG Chapter. Mountain Mikes Pizza SACRAMENTO
- 5505 Whitney Blvd #2F. 7pm. We will be organizing our Ride Presented by Misplaced Souls MC. Open House to the Biker
Calendar. Bring your ideas. Arrive early if you want to eat. For more Community – 3418 Auburn Blvd on Saturday nights – 6pm. /
information: [email protected] No Cover Charge. Come Join the MSMC and other motorcycle
enthusiasts where we enjoy good entertainment, cold drinks, and
4th THURSDAY OF EACH MONTH good food. For more information: Spit Shine (916) 217-2508 / Sarge
CHICO (785) 410-1015.
MMA Division 23 Monthly Meeting
Presented by Modified Motorcycle Association – Sierra Steel Harley EVERY SATURDAY
Davidson – 1501 Mangrove Ave. 7pm. The Modified Motorcycle FOOD TRUCK LUNCH
Association is the first motorcycle rights organization in the State SACRAMENTO
of California. Please join us to learn about upcoming legislation and Presented by Harley-Davidson of Sacramento - 1000 Arden Way. 11am-
laws that affect our rights to ride free. 2pm Free to attend / food available for purchase. Out riding and having
fun? Ride on over to Harley-Davidson of Sacramento to enjoy lunch
4th THURSDAY OF EACH MONTH from one of Sacramento’s finest food trucks. Enjoy the farm to fork life!
PALO CEDRO For more information: (916) 929-4680 / www.hdsac.com
MMA Division 24 Monthly Meeting
Presented by Modified Motorcycle Association – Goodtimes Pizza – EVERY SATURDAY
22049 Old 44 Drive 8734. 7pm. The Modified Motorcycle Association TRY A JUMPSTART
is the first motorcycle rights organization in the State of California. SACRAMENTO
Please join us to learn about upcoming legislation and laws that Presented by Harley-Davidson of Sacramento - 1000 Arden Way.
affect our rights to ride free. 9am-2pm Free to attend. Not quite ready to test ride a bike? Need
your motorcycle license? Get comfortable in the saddle at Harley-
4th THURSDAY OF EACH MONTH Davidson of Sacramento by trying a Jumpstart Demo. We’ll mount
ROCKLIN the motorcycle, set your boots to the foot pegs and fire up the engine
ALR Chapter 620 Monthly Meeting under the watchful eye of our trained professional. And then, sitting
Presented by American Legion Riders – Chapter 620. Rocklin Parks comfortably on the motorcycle, you’ll give the throttle a little twist
and Rec – 5460 5th Street. 6:30pm and continue to shift through the gears all while safely and securely
Contact Gail Miller with any questions (916) 521-6319 attached to the Jumpstart platform. For more information: (916) 929-
4680 / www.hdsac.com

EVERY FRIDAY EVERY SATURDAY
ROSEVILLE  DEMO DAYS
BIKER CHURCH NIGHT Presented by Thunder Road Biker Church SACRAMENTO
- 414 Vernon Street 7pm-8pm Presented by Harley-Davidson of Sacramento - 1000 Arden Way.
9am - 6 pm. Free to attend. More wind. More power. More agility.
1st FRIDAY OF EACH MONTH Welcome to pure, unfiltered freedom taken to the next level. There’s
WOODLAND only one way to understand this feeling. You have to test ride one
BIKERS AGAINST CHILD ABUSE Meeting at VFW Hall – 345 W. of the new Harley-Davidson motorcycles. This is one ride you don’t
Kentucky Avenue. 7pm Meetings are open to the public. (530) 848- want to miss. Must occur during daylight hours. Weather permitting
2090 with any questions. For more information: (916) 929-4680 / www.hdsac.com

1st FRIDAY OF EACH MONTH 1st SATURDAY OF EACH MONTH
SAN JOAQUIN COUNTY AUBURN
MMA Division 12 Monthly Meeting ON HOLD MONTHLY CHAPTER MEETING Presented by Gold Country Indian
Presented by Modified Motorcycle Association – NEW LOCATION TBA Motorcycle Riders Group. C&E Auburn Indian & V-Twin - 12015 Shale
7pm. The Modified Motorcycle Association is the first motorcycle rights Ridge Rd. 9:30am. Gold Country IMRG is open to all motorcycle
organization in the State of California. Please join us to learn about brands. All members and prospective members and friends are
upcoming legislation and laws that affect our rights to ride free. welcome. www.goldcountryimrg.com

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MONTHLY CHAPTER MEETING – Presented by Christian OUR SPONSORS
Motorcyclists Association - Lord’s Knights Chapter. Benicia Grill II
- 2390 N. Texas. Order breakfast at 8am. Announcements at 8:30am. A&M Heating and Air...................................................................................9
Kick stands up by 9:15am. All bikes welcome. (Note: Feb & May Allstate Julie Domenick Agent...................................................................29
we do weekend events, so no breakfast meeting then.) For more Billy’s Motorcycle Shop.............................................................................25
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3rd SUNDAY OF EACH MONTH C&E Auburn Indian &V-Twin ..............................................................9
VACAVILLE  Cal Tire & Autoworks ................................................................................29
MONTHLY LOCAL MEETING Presented by A.B.A.T.E. Local 17 - 4823 Clinton’s Custom Cycle.............................................................................15
Midway Road 10am We will discuss matters important to the Local CycleInsure Agency.....................................................................................9
and to the motorcycle community. We create plans, and review Damsel in Defense....................................................................................33
events and have a raffle. We will also share with other MRO’s and Double D Steak.........................................................................................13
Clubs. We are also open to the communities. Glenn Phillips (707) 624- Featherbed Railroad Bed & Breakfast......................................................13
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4th SUNDAY OF EACH MONTH Gurnee Mason Rushford Bonotto Forestiere Trial Lawyers....................33
SACRAMENTO  Humboldt Performance Cycle...................................................................17
MONTHLY OPEN MEETING Presented by Veterans of All Wars Riders Indian Motorcycle of Hollister....................................................................25
- The Capitol Casino - 411 N 16th Street 10am Meetings are open Jachimowicz Law Group.............................................................................5
to the public. For more information: Sly - [email protected]. / Jim Wall Insurance Agency.........................................................................8
www.vawriders.org Midnight Motors.........................................................................................24
Miller Built Performance Cycles................................................................13
BIKE NIGHTS MMA Toy Run............................................................................................33
Nan Danford Real Estate..........................................................................33
EVERY THURSDAY Nickell’s Custom .......................................................................................25
SACRAMENTO Noble West Insurance Services................................................................12
Presented by Misplaced Souls MC. Thursday Night Fun Night – Omega Motorcycles..................................................................................13
3418 Auburn Blvd. 6pm / Join the MSMC for its Thursday Night Penngrove Motorcycle Company.............................................................13
get together. Free food, entertainment and great company. All like Performance Powercoating.......................................................................29
minded members of the community are welcome. The MSMC reserve Ravenol Oil................................................................................................17
the right to refuse access to who they choose. For more information: Rick’s Automotive......................................................................................33
Spit Shine (916) 217-2508 / Sarge (785) 410-1015 Ride-On Motorcycles.................................................................................26
3rd THURSDAY OF EACH MONTH Road Dog Cycle........................................................................................29
EUREKA Road Trip Bar & Grill..................................................................................12
BIKE NIGHT Presented by M.O.B. of Humboldt - North of Fourth Bar Russ Brown Motorcycle Attorneys.....................................................1 & 27
- 207 3rd Street. The fun starts at 6pm. All motorcycles welcome. San Jose Hogwash...................................................................................13
Free food, 50/50 raffle, pack ride. / www.mobofhumboldt.com Sonoma County HD.......................................................................EVENTS
3rd THURSDAY OF EACH MONTH (May-September) T3 Design Studios.....................................................................................33
WILLITS The Junction..............................................................................................24
BIKE NIGHT Presented by Willits Wild Bunch – Scoops Deli – 110 N. The Leatherworks......................................................................................12
Main Street. 6p-8pm, Food, Raffle, Music. A great social gathering Thunder Road Biker Church.......................................................................4
to meet other riders in the area. All Bikes – All Riders Welcome. For West Coast Leathers.................................................................................29
more information: [email protected] Wild Bill Tattoo...........................................................................................25
2nd FRIDAY OF EACH MONTH
LODI
BIKE NIGHT Presented by The Water Hole along with The Red Iron
Riders. 246 N. Cluff Ave. 6:30pm Cost depending on the menu
$10-$18. A great NO DRAMA social event to get to know others that
share the passion of the bike. Outdoor private patio area, pool tables,
Shuffleboard, Music, big screen TVs for game nights and more. All
bikes welcome, and those without bikes welcome too. For more
information: (209) 604-7149 / (209) 327-8283
1st SATURDAY OF EACH MONTH
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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