McCain was presented with (but not really) an "American Chopper"

[DogPoundPup]

Father and son co-stars Paul and Paulie "Junior" Teutul, whose show about building custom bikes together is a popular Learning Channel staple, appeared at McCain's rally in this Philadelphia suburb to honor him with a special bike they'd built to recognize Vietnam-era prisoners of war.

Palin, introduced the Teutuls and noted that Paul Sr., like McCain, is a Vietnam veteran.

The elder Teutul briefly addressed the crowd. "How many people out there love their country and the military?" he asked to loud cheers.

McCain clearly was pleased with the gesture.

"Sarah and I are going to get on that chopper and ride it straight to Washington!" he said.

Staffers to the Arizona senator later said the chopper would remain with the Teutuls and continue to serve as a tribute to all POWs.
http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080922/ap_on_el_pr/political_play_of_the_day

[NYC_SKP]

1. They built the POW bike years ago, don't think it was given to McCain..

They just rolled it out in his honor. Yuck.

[catnhatnh]

2. The Mother of Many Lies....

A. It was built several years back for a TV Show.

B. The handlebars are above his shoulders. Since it has been repeatedly stated his hands cannot be raised that high, this is either a cruel taunt or a fraud.

C.He and Sarah will "ride it to Washington" Except as far as I know he has never ridden a motorcycle and does not have a motorcycle licence.

D. Staffers state "the chopper would remain with the Teutuls"- How is that a gift if they will keep it, other as then as a propaganda piece? In point of fact all their motorcycles are valued at over 100K and would be an illegal contribution.

E. Actually the bike honors POWs/MIAs and John McCain was one and has a record of denying any MIAs were held past his release. Recent posts suggest this may not be the case.