Arlen Ness’s Brother Killed In Motorcycle Accident

Kevin-NessKevin J. Ness, brother of Arlen Ness, who was critically injured in a multi-vehicle crash on July 30 has died. 59-year-old Kevin J. Ness,, was thrown from his black 2008 Victory Vision motorcycle after his bike was struck by a vehicle. the driver of a silver-blue 1989 Toyota Camry, driven by 62-year-old Harry D. Preston of Corning, California. Preston swerved to avoid a collision with a vehicle ahead that allegedly slowed for congested traffic. Preston failed to see the white 2007 PT Cruiser in the adjacent lane, driven by Robert K. Brackett of Ukiah, California, causing the two vehicles to collide. Brackett’s vehicle traveled into a nearby lane where it struck the motorcycle ridden by Kevin J. Ness. The Nevada Highway Patrol is encouraging witnesses or anyone with additional information about this accident to contact Trooper Doug Farris at (775) 689-4614 or dfarris@dps.state.nv.us regarding case number NHP-140702711. My sincere condolences to all the Ness family and all his friends.

29 Responses to “Arlen Ness’s Brother Killed In Motorcycle Accident”


  1. 1 Sheridan Aug 5th, 2014 at 8:35 am

    RIP Kevin, and sincere condolences to the whole Ness family

  2. 2 Jack deagazio Aug 5th, 2014 at 8:40 am

    Our prayers to the Ness family. RIP Kevin

  3. 3 Chingon Choppers Aug 5th, 2014 at 9:05 am

    RIP brother. Deepest condolences to the whole Ness family

  4. 4 CafesportyTC Aug 5th, 2014 at 10:00 am

    oh my this is the rider I heard about on the radio….. its always sad, but I had no Idea. My condolences to the Ness family. God be with you in this tough time

  5. 5 LenNY BARNETT'S HD Aug 5th, 2014 at 10:23 am

    Prayers and condolences to the entire Ness family. RIP Kevin.

    LenNY

  6. 6 X H-D Rider Aug 5th, 2014 at 10:38 am

    My prayers go out to the Family am so sorry

  7. 7 nicker Aug 5th, 2014 at 11:32 am

    To the Ness family,
    My sincere condolences for your loss.
    To the rest of us;
    The world is a dangerous place, especially for scooter jockeys.

    -nicker-

  8. 8 TJ Martin Aug 5th, 2014 at 11:54 am

    To the entire Ness family ;

    My condolences for your loss ; An old saying to help get you thru the grief ;

    ” You just keep on living till you finally feel alive again “

  9. 9 Too Low Aug 5th, 2014 at 12:45 pm

    So tragic and sad…Sending Many Prayers and my condolences to the Ness family.

  10. 10 J.H. Aug 5th, 2014 at 1:43 pm

    So very sorry for your loss. The motorcycle world is there if you need us. We appreciate all your family has done to support us.

  11. 11 Todd Aug 5th, 2014 at 3:12 pm

    So sorry for your loss. Prayers going out to your family.

  12. 12 LoneRider Aug 5th, 2014 at 3:40 pm

    Condolences to the entire Ness familly. Our prayers to you and you family, all of your bike family is in full support of you and your family Arlen, Cory and Zack.

  13. 13 Art Leverett Aug 5th, 2014 at 6:20 pm

    Prayers to the family…Ride on brother..

  14. 14 Jill Aug 5th, 2014 at 11:38 pm

    So very sorry for your loss. My thoughts are with the Ness family.

  15. 15 Bart Jannis Aug 6th, 2014 at 7:28 am

    My sincere condolences for your loss. RIP Kevin

  16. 16 Dale Aug 6th, 2014 at 7:32 am

    RIP and godspeed Kevin. My condolences to the Ness family for their loss.

  17. 17 takehikes Aug 6th, 2014 at 8:56 am

    Damn…our best to you Arlen from the old school crew of AEE Choppers..

  18. 18 Cris Sommer Simmons Aug 6th, 2014 at 10:44 am

    So sorry to hear this… sending love to our Ness family.

  19. 19 Pat Simmons Aug 6th, 2014 at 12:50 pm

    That goes for me too. This is such a terrible tragedy. Our hearts go out to you Arlen, and all your family.

  20. 20 Sictory Aug 7th, 2014 at 4:24 pm

    I’m no softie, but your comment is unforgiveable and in extremely poor taste, bob nob. Kevin sold me my first Victory, and was a generally good guy. My sympathies to the family and all who knew Kevin.

  21. 21 Steve Berg Aug 7th, 2014 at 7:26 pm

    Condolences to the Ness family.

  22. 22 Carol Davis Aug 7th, 2014 at 8:46 pm

    My deepest sympathy and condolences to the Ness family and friends. Prayers of comfort and peace. Tragic loss for the cycling world.

  23. 23 REV.JIM Aug 7th, 2014 at 9:58 pm

    condolences to the entire Ness family!

  24. 24 Donald and Diana Korpi Aug 8th, 2014 at 3:41 pm

    Our deepest condolences. May God bless you in this troubling time. RIP Kevin

  25. 25 Nico Van Der Merwe Aug 10th, 2014 at 8:14 am

    RIP Kevin. My condolences to the Ness family for their loss.

  26. 26 Blackmax Aug 11th, 2014 at 6:02 pm

    Deepest Sympathy & Condolences to the entire Ness family & Crew
    From your friend & admirer in Cincinnati ….

  27. 27 Gina Woods Aug 12th, 2014 at 10:22 am

    Sorry for your loss – such a tragedy! RIP Kevin.

  28. 28 Lee "The Flea" Phillips Aug 12th, 2014 at 11:16 am

    Kevin was my long time friend from the 70’s till his passing. We rode together, did bike shows together, had meals together, and did business work together. He will truly be missed by me, My condolences and prayers go to Arlen and all his family and friends…GOD BLESS… R.I.P. Kevin
    from his longtime friend ……………………………. Lee “The Flea” Phillips

  29. 29 Wood Sep 24th, 2014 at 5:11 pm

    My Condolences to the Ness Family. I met Kevin in East Oakland, ( Rideing No Hands )- the Next Day we Hooked up @ Arlen Ness Motorcycles, Kevin cut me loose on a 2008 Victory Vision.”Game Over” I had to go buy me 1!! R.I.P Kevin Ness…… You will be missed!!

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