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Turbo Punk · February 3rd, 2011, 06:05 PM

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Originally Posted by bigguy

So the f1 isnt coming down

Don't be so sure.....I gots me some plans.

Just need to do some cuttin' n weldin'.

bigguy · February 3rd, 2011, 06:18 PM

Im hoping the econo is on the road and ready as well.

**Unkl Ian** · February 5th, 2011, 06:24 PM

http://vimeo.com/10019309

http://vimeo.com/17061373

Trailers for We are Winning, a documentary
about bike shops in the pacific northwest.

**Unkl Ian** · February 6th, 2011, 03:51 PM

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Originally Posted by Unkl Ian

OCC missed a couple payments on loans for their new building.
http://www.cyrilhuzeblog.com/2010/12...g-foreclosure/

Most likely, this was an attempt to renegotiate
a better interest rate. These sorts of loans, can't be
renegotiated if you are up to date on your payments.
So some people will try and weasel out, by missing
payments on purpose.

http://www.orangecountychoppers.com/...cs-foreclosure

"We have been in negotiations since last summer with GE Commercial Finance to restructure our building’s mortgage. GE decided to file a foreclosure against the building, even though discussions have been ongoing. This in no way affects Orange County Choppers’ day-to-day business operations or the continuation of the popular cable show, seen Monday nights on Discovery Channel."

Turbo Punk · February 6th, 2011, 05:18 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Unkl Ian

http://vimeo.com/10019309

http://vimeo.com/17061373

Trailers for We are Winning, a documentary
about bike shops in the pacific northwest.

Looks great. Would like to see it.

Ryan · February 7th, 2011, 09:37 AM

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Originally Posted by Unkl Ian

http://www.orangecountychoppers.com/...cs-foreclosure

"We have been in negotiations since last summer with GE Commercial Finance to restructure our building’s mortgage. GE decided to file a foreclosure against the building, even though discussions have been ongoing. This in no way affects Orange County Choppers’ day-to-day business operations or the continuation of the popular cable show, seen Monday nights on Discovery Channel."

they mentioned it on the last episode of the show... guess when it was in the paper.... and right on cue sr's lawyer 'happened' to show up at occ that day talking about how it was fine and dandy. last show of the season is tonight at 9

HeidelbergJohn4.0 · February 7th, 2011, 10:14 AM

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Originally Posted by crack monkey

they mentioned it on the last episode of the show... guess when it was in the paper.... and right on cue sr's lawyer 'happened' to show up at occ that day talking about how it was fine and dandy. last show of the season is tonight at 9

I suspect it's not only a ploy to re-negotiate the loan on their HQ building, it's also an attempt to de-value the company for when he finally has to pay up and give Jr. his 20% share of the company. It's all a shitty game and as soon as the show goes off the air, The company and the merchandizing rights won't be worth shit to either of them.

Even if they default on the building, GE will either re-negotiate the notes, hold the notes and take over the property and then lease it back to OCC to avoid a bankruptcy filing that would happen immediately if they ordered the premises vacated, or they will evict the tenant and guarantee they own an elaborate defunct motorcycle production facility.

oldskewljay · February 10th, 2011, 05:35 AM

Well my uncle told me this past weekend on the way to the Vtwin expo that if I get my motorcycle license again, I can ride one of his bikes this summer.

It will be either the gixxer or bagger because there is no way in hell Im riding his custom.

Stretched and lowered

Stock Bagger

His custom that he built

Daddy o's 67 · February 10th, 2011, 06:10 AM

Some tough choices you have to make there

......

Very cool of him to offer up one of his bikes for you ride.

Turbo Punk · February 10th, 2011, 06:24 AM

That's awesome Jay!!

Ryan · February 10th, 2011, 06:32 AM

wow what a machine

Mikelrome · February 11th, 2011, 01:14 PM

I have never seen this.

Turbo Punk · February 12th, 2011, 10:40 AM

A lot of good info here on riding.

http://micapeak.com/info/thepace.html

JiI · February 12th, 2011, 10:56 AM

Great article Tim.
Jeff

JiI · February 14th, 2011, 05:28 PM

Okay guys, I have a go-kart that I just haven't been able to sell and I might see if I can trade it for a bike. Could you guys take a look at this link and tell me what would be your choices for making a cafe racer. I don't want to make a screamer, just a nice cruiser I could ride to work or such.
http://www.toolstorechicago.com/current/cycles.htm

I have about $1,200 in the kart but I'm guessing I'm not going to get that back.

Any thoughts?
Jeff

Turbo Punk · February 14th, 2011, 06:41 PM

I'd look for a Honda CB350, CB550 or a CB750. Look on craigslist and try to find a running one WITH a title. Don't expect to be screaming around town trying to keep up with the modern bikes. It just won't happen without a LOT of engine work and deep pockets.

spedie · February 14th, 2011, 10:09 PM

I second looking for a honda. Lots of aftermarket 'cafe' parts.

This is my scoot comin back together, cheap and fun:

Ryan · February 15th, 2011, 05:18 AM

i am going to cafe my suzuki savage 650. you can pick the bikes up pretty cheap. 1985- current... very minor changes between 2 different generations.

max16v · February 15th, 2011, 06:25 AM

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Originally Posted by JiI

Okay guys, I have a go-kart that I just haven't been able to sell and I might see if I can trade it for a bike. Could you guys take a look at this link and tell me what would be your choices for making a cafe racer. I don't want to make a screamer, just a nice cruiser I could ride to work or such.
http://www.toolstorechicago.com/current/cycles.htm

I have about $1,200 in the kart but I'm guessing I'm not going to get that back.

Any thoughts?
Jeff

Yamaha XS650 is the way to go.
Hell, you might even find a good deal on a Sportster.

http://orangecounty.craigslist.org/mcy/2180574704.html

http://losangeles.craigslist.org/lac...212330049.html

http://losangeles.craigslist.org/lac...207901729.html

http://inlandempire.craigslist.org/mcy/2180706120.html

JiI · February 15th, 2011, 06:26 PM

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Honda...f52c333c#v4-36

JiI · February 15th, 2011, 06:37 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Turbo Punk

I'd look for a Honda CB350, CB550 or a CB750. Look on craigslist and try to find a running one WITH a title. Don't expect to be screaming around town trying to keep up with the modern bikes. It just won't happen without a LOT of engine work and deep pockets.

Thanks Tim. I would just like a simple cruiser. I'll keep looking. I found one local but it's pretty shot. I don't have the time to restore one. Heck, I don't even have a motorcycle license yet!

Jeff

**V8Transporter** · February 15th, 2011, 06:37 PM

I had a SL-350 (which was the off-road version of the CB) for several years. Easy to work on. Ran and ran. Like the guys say, you can't really beat 'em.
My wife's first bike was Yamaha XS-2, a 1972 650. Again easy to tinker on and realiable. There used to be, and maybe still is, the Yamaha 650 Society with lots of good info and hints. These bikes were build in all sorts of versions around the (mostly) same engine. Lots of parts available and possibly less expensive than the Hondas.

Dbug41 · February 15th, 2011, 07:11 PM

I picked this CB900C Custom up today I cant wait for summer!!!

new ride 003.jpg

new ride 004.jpg

Turbo Punk · February 16th, 2011, 03:37 PM

Nice looking bike Doug!

Here's the mount I made for my GPS and highway transponder. I couldn't find one I liked so made my own.

**Unkl Ian** · February 18th, 2011, 09:53 PM

http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature...&v=vksdBSVAM6g