WE’RE BACK IRON BIKER NEWS
We are back,one of the original motorcycle enthusiasts newspapers Iron Biker News. Some of you folks might remember the old newspaper called Iron Biker News put out by Steele Publishing Inc., a monthly newspaper aimed toward the motorcycle community. WELL to make a long story short for now let’s say we’re back. Let me start by introducing ourselves to you. My name is William S. Macgoo, otherwise known as, Mr. Magoo. Back in 2001 Bob Steele decided to retire from the newspaper industry to pursue other interests. I used to be a big fan of the paper back then, bought it, and now we are bringing it back to life. I think with the new crew we got here and some feedback from you people we may have something here. A place where we can voice our opinions and keep each other informed in the motorcycle community. All I can say is tell your neighbors,tell your friends IRON BIKER NEWS IS BACK !!! I hope we will be able to have just little something for all to enjoy give us a chance. See ya on the highway, Mr. Magoo
If you are interested in having part let us know
“JUST ASK ART”
Got a problem with your motorcycle.Just Ask Art may be the difference between whether you can fix it, or you should call a professional. In this column Art is going to try and answer as many technical questions, that you folks may have about your Harley Davidsons
April 2008
Sorry for the delay getting this months article out so late, had some personal problems that I had to tend to first. Thank you for waiting. I am pleased to be writing these articles, and hope that they will save you down time and or some money.
Tech Tip#1 Shifter Linkage 85 & Later Big Twins (especially Rubber Mounted Bikes)
This months tech tip is The Transmission Shifter Linkage. When not tightened properly this could lead to a costly repair,but by doing a simple check two or three times throughout the year will prevent any major damage.The tools required to perform this task are: A torque wrench,1/4inch Ball Allen Socket,(3/8 drive) and good old blue loctite.
Locate the allen bolt that is attached to the shifter shaft off the top of the transmission (Item#3) and simply check for tightness.Just to be safe I would take this bolt out and put a drop of loctite on it the first time.Then all you should have to do is put a wrench on it a few times a year just to insure that it hasn’t loosened.If not attended to properly this could cause the transmission shifter shaft to get stripped out causing you to have the entire transmission overhauled to fix.(which could be quite costly) So even though this months tech tip wasn’t quite so long it sure is important. Next month we will focuss on spring maintenance,with the weather changing to spring out come the motorcycles.A little bit of preventive maintenance usually makes it easier for a good riding season. Feel free to e-mail me if you have specific questions or would like a certain topic covered in the next Tech Tip. Ride Safe & Ride Often, Art
AT THE RACES WITH TACHOUT TOMMY
It is with great pleasure Iron Biker News welcomes the return of legendary columnist Tachout Tommy. In this column Tachout Tommy is going to keep you up to date with the racing circuit.
Hi Everybody in Cyberland !!! Tachout Tommy here.
I’ll be bringing you all the Racing News on 2 wheels, but first I’d like to give you a little background on me.I have been riding motorcycles for many,many years.Let’s just say I haven’t owned a 4 wheel vehicle since 1974. After riding my BMW in the winter of ‘73 in western New Jersey I thought if I’m not going to buy a car I’d better head to where the weather wasn’t so brutal. In the summer of 1974 I traded my 750 BMW for a Ducati loaded all the essentials and headed south landing in St.Petersburg,fl,where I still live today with a few more motorcycles in my collection.(More on them at a later date)
In the late 70’s and early 80’s I belonged to the Florida Gran Prix Riders and did quite a bit of road racing around the south.I even won at Daytona,( o sorry that was Kenny Roberts) I mean I raced at Daytona.(Yeah that’s it) So here we are all these years later, still no car, and all they let me do is talk about racing.(Like anybody cares about anything else) I have worked in the motorcyle industry for the past 22 years and still love racing ,just as much if not more, then the first day I through a leg over a motorcycle. I hope you will enjoy my coverage of the 2 wheel racing circuit. I’m going to be covering world and U.S. racing. First a little on the different classes.
Moto-GP class hosts the fastest most technologically advanced bikes on the planet.These bikes are the test mules for the factories new ideas and technology that eventually we will see on our street bikes. Like fuel injection,Fly by Wire Throttle,traction control etc.
World and AMA Super Bike Racing class. These bikes look like some of the bikes on the road only they are different.More horsepower and better handling make exciting racing.
AMA Supercross And Outdoor Motorcross class. This is always fun and exciting. I mean most of us had,or new somebody, who had a dirt bike at some point in our lives. This is definetly a young mans’ game.(Unless your name is Timmy(Red Dog) Ferry 32 years old,and still on a factory team.
AMA Grand National Racing or Flattrack class. This is by far the most exciting racing on 2 wheels. These guys are no strangers to bumping and grinding around a track at speeds upto 130mph or more. I think the most exciting is Mile Dirt Track Racing. If you have never seen it live, and like to watch skillful riders, put this on your ToDo list.
I hope you enjoy my coverage of this years racing season. Till then keep the rubber side down and shiny side up. Ride Smart Ride Safe, Tachout Tommy
