| Author | Message | ||
     Rex |
Member # 13 posted 03-03-2005 09:14 PM -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Just a reminder, that this Monday, March 7th is "Rat Bike Night" at American Sport Bike Night in San Leandro http://www.americansportbikenight.com/ The rules as stated for the past few months are simple. Any motorcycle, in any condition, the rattier the better (there will be a judge) can compete at Rat Bike Night on Monday. The bike does not have to be rideable, have tires, be registered, but it must at least be recognizable as a motorcycle, and it must run for a period of 30 seconds. That's what the rules were, so find that old "beater" and drag it to American Sport BikeN this coming Monday for some fun and excitement. Just a recent update, the judge for Rat Bike Night is Bill Keys, of Fremont Cycle Center and he called to let me know that he's participating in a "Track Day" at Thunderhill on Monday, but he WILL be there at American Sport BikeN to judge. He might be a little late, but he said to put numbers on the bikes in the parking lot and he'll judge and announce the winner when he comes in. A little personal story from the WOZ! "I did in fact get my "Rat Bike" to start today, after some working with the ignition system and the fuel system. You'll see it on Monday when it come to ABSN however my difficulty right now is to keep it running for 30 seconds all at one time." " went back to the rules, and discovered that the rules said that the motorcycle had to run for 30 seconds. Nowhere did it mention that the motorcycle had to run all 30 seconds at the same time, so I may be forced to start my Rat Bike several times and add the running time together to make my 30 second qualification run. No matter, it's all in fun, and it's all in the spirit of having a good time, and getting ready for the start of the riding season which is just around the corner." This is going to be fun! Bring out that old bike, and don't forget the helmets too! The rattier the better. Special trophies have been designed for the top winners....see you there. We will also be talking about Hillclimbing this meeting.........REX -------------------- 97 Buell M-2 (M-3) 95 Buell S-2 92 Buell RSS 1200 Honda 360 Ducati Pocket bike Hog, Brag, American Thunderbike Club, CBX Club,Ducati owners, AMA, VJMC, American Sport BikeN, FCF, Bad Weather Bikers, Red Riders, Sacborg, NRA,Muzzleloaders, Yamaha TDM Riders, Kawasaki Drifter Club member, and the Victory Owners Club. | ||
| Nedwreck |
Rats, I thought you meant Riders Association of Triumph. Since there's no other Buell riders here I ride with them whenever I can. Bob | ||
| Jon |
I Think we'll my neighbor coming out with a rat bike...we'll see. He sounds interested. See you guys tomorrow! | ||
| Gschuette |
My Dad rides with guys who own rat bikes. His bike is immaculate and he sticks out like a sore thumb. Pretty funny but they are usually cool guys. Rat bikes often seem to be pretty quick as well. Sounds like fun. | ||
| Ezblast |
I'm sure the spirit of the rules demands continuous running - as any true rat bike separates itself from the heap by being an operational vehicle. I'll be there - want to see if any Blastards would be interested in a ride to SLO (Apr. 2,3,4)! - lol GT - JBOTDS! EZ  (Message edited by ezblast on March 07, 2005) | ||
| Jon |
Well, Rat Bike and Rat Helmet night made my two front teeth stick out. The guys struggling to get their Rat bikes started were hilarious. This was a great idea and more fun than we expected. Dave Duffin was great as was the Kill Climber team of Pete and rePete. eek, eek... | ||
| Rex |
jon, thanks for picking up the trophies...much nicer than I was thinking...how much do we owe you...thanks REX | ||
| Bluzm2 |
Rex, how about some pics? | ||
| Rex |
here they are...thanks jack....rex http://www.pbase.com/jvv/asbnmarch2005 |
