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quote:Originally posted by clayman

Merry Christmas to all as we celebrate the birth of Our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ! We are truly blessed.

Clay

1969 CZ 360
1972 Penton 125
1974 Kawasaki KX 450

Amen. Merry Christmas everyone.

Nice article. Congrats Mr. Penton on a well deserved spot on the cover. Penton motorcycles have impacted the sport in great ways.

My God is a Republican and let's me use Honda synthetic in my 81 CR250R.How's that for including all the taboos in 1 sentence?

Ted,If anything I admire your attitude.Thieves are a group that that I hold no feelings for.I'm still looking for a bike that I "lost" in 75.If I ever find out who got it I'd spend my time behind bars knowing I did the right thing.Thieves should be eliminated,nothing more nothing less.

That's a shame.If it wasn't for the experiences of riding and breaking dirtbikes,I would have been in trouble more.The government is not our friend and I think it will only get worse.A whole generation of kids will be hurt by this.What can WE do?

Wishing everone a great time.Sorry to say the work thing will keep me away.Hope someday to make a meeting and introduce myself.Have fun...

After reading about Mr. Siemen's need I purchased a copy of his book to support the cause.Received it in 3 days to my door.Haven't been able to put the book down.I wish him and his family the best.

Best wishes and good luck.

quote:Originally posted by tofriedel

I'm lost.  The Home page photo I see is the one titled "Which one is John Penton".  What do I need to do to see the photo your are discussing?

Tony - Lost in Maryland

Tony,I'm having the same problem.Thought I was losing my mind.Glad to hear I'm not.Happy New Year everyone!

Ted,In my state (Indiana) minors under 18 have to wear a helmet.If a dealer is selling a motorcycle that will do 200 mph to a minor and not requiring a helmet or training course that should be criminal.The reason I joined the AMA was because of the helmet threat.Just as I'd be opposed to a law that states that I can't wear a helmet I'd have a problem with a law that mandates one.The deal with the AAA not doing anything about the seatbelt laws is people that drive cars aren't as organized as a group as motorcyclist are.In closing I'd like to remind everyone that training is the answer.I'd rather learn how to avoid the accident.I guess I couldn't sell bikes because the first kid that dies because of me selling the young person too big of a bike for them to handle would tear me up inside.Making money selling bikes involves responsibility.I too would like to see a poll concerning the AMA's stand on helmets.I write this not to have a verbal battle with anyone but to show that the AMA means different things to different riders.It still seems bad to let people go around the holidays.Merry Christmas.

Ted,although I wear my helmet,The adage that some are too stupid and need protection doesn't fly with me.Ive seen my insurance increase with the wave of new old guy riders that want to pretend to be something that they never were.The problem is lack of training.These "bikers" rode as kids and think they can jump on a bike and be as sharp as they used to be.As more people disregard motorcyclist as they talk on their cellphones you better be on your toes.It used to be if you ran over a guy on a bike you better look out for his friends to give you a little lesson in respect.Now the average driver is not afraid of that guy that bought a brand new bike and only acts tough.Getting back to the AMA I might not agree with everything they fight for but as a group there's power and the powers to be over there should do what the members want.United we ride divided we drive.

My appreciation to those who have fought to keep the USA the best place in the world is heartfelt.Thank You!

Had me wondering too.Very interesting.Wish everyone could be up-front in their motives.Why play games?

I've had good results with flat black heat paint.Works best on sand or media blasted bare metal.The trick to making it last is how you cure it.I like to run the bike for a few heat/cool down cycles lasting no more than a couple of minutes on the heat time.Let in cool for 5-10 minutes in between and you'll be happy with the results.I think the brand of paint I used was VHT 1500 rattle can type.It was around $6 a can.

As stated in the About POG section.We are a premiere vintage motorcycle organization dedicated to the preservation of the Penton motorcycle.I think that the POG should be the owner of this bike if it comes down to that.This motorcycle is too important to be anywhere else.If one of our members can't afford this auction I'd like to see my membership money used to keep it "in the family".Just my 2 cents.