Michael Jakscht Sentenced to 26 years

I’ts not the justice the victims wanted. But it’s the justice they got, and it’s all the justice they are going to get.

Gasps of disbelief could be heard across the state of Arizona, and throughout the country as news of Michael Jakscht’s sentencing spread.… Continue Reading

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Michael Jakscht sentencing slated for November 16th

Arizona biker community geared up to show support for fallen riders

Michael Jakscht, who was convicted on 13 felony counts, including 4 manslaughter charges, is scheduled for sentencing at 8:30 am on November 16, 2012.  Jakscht’s conviction stems from his arrest following a horrific tragedy in which four motorcyclists were killed, and several others seriously injured.… Continue Reading

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Michael Jakscht Guilty!

Michael Jakscht Guilty!

At 1:30 pm today, after only a day and a half of deliberation, the jury turned in their verdict in the Michael Jakscht manslaugher trial.  Jakscht has been found guilty of all 13 counts, including 4 manslaughter charges.… Continue Reading

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3rd Annual Motorcycle Awareness Ride

May 20, 2012
10:00 am

Motorcycle groups from around the USA plan to raise awareness of motorcycles, while instilling safety measures that should be exercised by automobile drivers, as well as motorcyclists.

“The goal is to ensure safe sharing of the roadways,” says John Fox, Organizer of the Motorcycle Awareness Ride.… Continue Reading

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Southwest Police Motorcycle Training & Competition

On April 27th and 28th, the Phoenix Police Department Traffic Bureau hosted the 16th Annual Southwest Police Motorcycle Training & Competition.  As always, the public was invited to view this dynamic display of motorcycle skills at no charge, with over a thousand in attendance. During the event, competing motor officers ride a cone course, where they are clocked  for time.… Continue Reading

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Running Hot (Part 1)

Running Hot (Part 1)

This is the first article in a series entitled ,”Running Hot” by Chad Hensiak

In this article I would like to address an issue that a lot of my fellow Harley riders are faced with.  Running too hot!!  We all know our engines feel hot to us but how hot are they actually running?  It is not uncommon for a TC88 (twin cam 88 cubic inch) motor to reach temps of 230 – 260 degrees during periods of idle.  I know that the TC96 engines of late can run even hotter!  This can put an extreme strain on the oil and all the little metal bits that make up an engine.  The optimal running temperature for your engine is around 195 – 210 degrees.… Continue Reading

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Calif. Man Sues BMW For Persistent Erection

SAN FRANCISCO (WWJ) – BMW North America has probably had to deal with plenty of  unusual lawsuits, but one filed last week may be a first — a California man says the seat on his motorcycle has given him an erection he just can’t shake.… Continue Reading

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Great ride to Page Springs, with things to see, do and where to eat along the way

A ride to and through Page Springs, Arizona is an eye opening experience of what many would not expect to find in the high desert. After a boring 2 hour ride north on the I-17, you exit at the Montezuma’s Well exit and go back over heading west.… Continue Reading

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Bike Night at the Hog

What started a  year ago as an idea for a social scene, has become a weekly event in the Phoenix biker community.  Every Wednesday night, riders of all types of motorcycles gather at the  Hammered Hog for what has come to be known as “Bike Night at the Hog”.… Continue Reading

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Arizona Bike Week – 2012

Arizona Bike Week – 2012

Another Bike Week is over, and what a week it was. It’s virtually impossible to be at ALL the events, but we tried. There were great parties, great rides, great concerts, great vendors, and a great time.

Send us your photos, and we will add them to the gallery.… Continue Reading

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