Wire Plus Powersports Electronics introduces their 08 coffin shaped seat post mounted system. This system provides a coffin shaped chromed billet housing that mounts the power control module and ignition switch. The housing mounts to the seat post coil bracket on Big Twins from 1941 thru 1984 and custom frames using the same style coil […]
Archive for March, 2008
Wire Plus Coffin Shaped Seat Post Mounted
Published by March 22nd, 2008 in Customs, Editorial and Electrical.What is the difference between a crazy bunny and a counterfeit banknote? One is bad money and the other is a mad bunny! Why did a fellow rabbit say that the Easter Bunny was self-centered? Because he was eggo-centric! What do you get when you cross a bunny with an onion? A bunion. What did […]
Right now, it snows a lot on the vast plains of the great state of South Dakota. Better off stay inside and build a bike like this all pearl white bike called “Purity” trying to disappear in its natural winter landscape. It was built by Free Bird Motorcycles in Sioux Falls for a client living […]
Hot And Funny Riding Gear For Your Beard.
Published by March 22nd, 2008 in Accessories, Editorial and Merchandise.You ride in an area that’s likely to stay very cold for a while longer. So, check out this Beard Cap. I admit that this headgear is somewhat funny looking, but who cares if it makes you comfortable when you ride in freezing temperatures. It’s made from Icelandic Wool and covers the entire head save […]
American IronHorse Files For Bankruptcy, As Expected.
Published by March 21st, 2008 in Builders, Customs and Editorial.Dennis Johnson, Senior Editor at Dealer News forwarded to me some new info about the troubled American IronHorse. Thursday the company held a conference call with its dealers to give them a brief description of its plans for reorganization and news about a potential buyer for the beleaguered manufacturer. American IronHorse announced that it plans […]
From Paris, France my native city is coming a new vehicle incorporating "biomechanical muscles" that allow the chassis to transform itself. The purpose? Having a vehicle to perform city stunts, like leaping from roofs, climbing walls, jumping over obstacles, everything letting a rider perform stunts. Specifically, it is used in a street sport/competition invented by […]
The Return Of Independent Gas Tank Company.
Published by March 20th, 2008 in Builders, Chassis, Customs, Editorial and Frames.I was glad to learn that founder of Independent Gas Tank Company Kyle Krejci is back in business. After a deal to sell his company fell through last year, Kyle took a one year break and is now back in Gilbert, Arizona, where he restarted producing his handcrafted 16-gauge cold rolled steel tank and 14-gauge steel […]
Rat’s Hole Show Rat Rocket
Published by March 20th, 2008 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.Rat’s Hole Shows promoter Ted Smith states that 350 custom motorcycles participated in his 36th anniversary Daytona event, this year spreading on 3 different days (Metrics, Old School and Classic Show). During these shows he unveiled the Rat Rocket, a bike built by Ralph Randolph of Knockout Moytorcycle with collaboration of industrial designer Adam Canni. The short […]
The Scotchbrite Look By MeanStreet.
Published by March 19th, 2008 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Suspension.MeanStreet has probably the world’s most extensive line of custom front ends. And it’s even more true today with this new 56 mm inverted front end called Blunt offered in wide or narrow glide version. But the part I like the most is the fact that you can buy it in Scotchbrite finish, an industrial look that […]
Annual LA Calendar Show Is July 12-13th
Published by March 19th, 2008 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.I participated to this show, and it’s a very nice one. Well organized by Jim Gianatsis and presented by Performance Machine, the 17th annual Los Angeles Calendar Motorcycle Show Weekend is America’s premier custom, cruiser, performance and sport bike weekend. About 20,000 motorcycle and music enthusiasts participate […]
Harley-Davidson Celebrates 100 Years Of Police Motorcycles.
Published by March 18th, 2008 in Builders, Editorial and Events.2008 marks the 105th Anniversary of Harley-Davidson, but also the 100th Anniversary of the production of police motorcycles. So, the factory is planning a number of commemorative events up to 105th Anniversary weekend in Milwaukee. Any law enforcement agency buying 2008 Harley-Davidson motorcycles will get its bikes with a 100th anniversary decal affixed to the […]
Warning. Side effects of Beer may include dizziness, nausea, vomiting, incarceration, erotic sensations, loss of motor control, loss of clothing, loss of money, loss of virginity, delusions of grandeur, table dancing, headache, dehydration, dry mouth, and a desire to sing Karaoke and/or play all-night rounds of Strip Poker, Truth or Dare, and Naked Twister.
Solo Bag For Your Bobber Or Chopper
Published by March 18th, 2008 in Accessories, Customs, Editorial and Merchandise.How many of you who are riding a Bobber or Chopper wish they had a place to carry some stuff, whatever it can be. A bag you can put on and remove in less than 1 minute. A solo bag that you usually install on the left side, although right side is also an option […]
Mike Corbin Selling Steve McQueen 1940 Indian Scout Motorcycle
Published by March 17th, 2008 in Builders, Editorial and Events.Steve McQueen owned about 200 motorcycles. His family auctioned 166 motorcycles in Las Vegas in 1984. Now just a few "trickle out” onto the market each year. May 3rd, during the California show called "Legend of the Motorcycle, International Concoursd’Elegance”, auctioneer Bonhams will take bids on a McQueen’s 1940 Indian Scout motorcycle that he restored […]
You are on a budget, need a pinstripe seat to complement the stripes of your paint job and will not settle for less than top grain leather A sleek low profile looking seat that follows the lines of your bike and is electronically stitched for perfection and consistency every time. Fitments include: 2000-up FXST, FLST […]
This Awesome 2008 Custom Panhead Can Be Yours.
Published by March 17th, 2008 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.It can’t be mine because I think, as a pro. I am not authorized to participate to the National Motorcycle Museum’s 2008 raffle bike. But it can be yours, and trust me you have more chance to win this bike than the Jackpot at your State Lottery. Custom-built by J&P Cycles and painted by Scott […]
Last Ride Customs has made quite a few seats for the custom builders having a household name. As a matter of fact, all the seats are made by Adan Croft himself. His upholstery shop specializes in hand-tool seats made using the best tools and leathers (both are very important). A one-off hand-tooled seat is never […]
Avon Tips For Motorcycle Tires
Published by March 16th, 2008 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Wheels.On behalf of the Avon Customer Service, Ms Sukoshi Fahey transmitted to me very good tips to be sure you ride safely on your tires. 1) Check tire pressure at least once a month for cars, once a week for motorcycles. Tires can lose up to a pound a month of air pressure. Consistency is […]
It is one of the best movies ever made about motorcycle road racing. And even, if like me, you are not in racing, you must see it. Filmed on location at the tracks and races of the SBK World Superbike Championship, High Speed stars beautiful British actress Sienna Miller in an action packed, thrilling romance […]
This picture forwarded to me by reader "Sarco". I don’t want to be the rider or one of the passengers on this Harley-Davidson limo. Even going to a wedding, a party or the airport (no enough bags for the luggages of 8 persons). Maybe the guy has a […]
A mother of a killed biker wrote to me. “Saw your article on Bike Week, this is what I do 24/7 –God Bless. Since the death of my son Gene in May of 2005, I have become a Mother on a Mission for Motorcycle Awareness in Florida. I have turned a negative situation into one […]
Insane Motorcycle Chains
Published by March 14th, 2008 in Builders, Customs, Driveline and Editorial.During years it was one of my professional fantasies. Perfectly matching the chain color to my custom motorcycle paint jobs. And I did it. And you can, too. You can also get your chain with laser engraved lettering (name of your bike or shop, profound statement?) or even your logo! Polished, painted, powder coated, engraved, […]
“Well, you can’t say he’s exploiting cheap labor”. Henrik Hertzberg, New Yorker writer, joking about New York Governor Eliot Spitzer’s involvement with a "high-class" prostitution ring.
New Dakota Digital Instrumentation For Harley-Davidson Dressers
Published by March 14th, 2008 in Editorial and Electrical.Dakota Digital just introduced the new MCL-3000-OT and MCL-3006-OT digital instrumentation systems for all 96-08 Harley-Davidson Dressers. Complete 6 gauge set plugs directly into your stock wiring! Applications available for all 96’-UP fairing models including Road Glide. Set includes Speedometer with odometer and dual trip meters, Tachometer, Oil Pressure, Oil Temperature, Voltage, and Fuel level […]
New And Legal Vintage License Plates
Published by March 14th, 2008 in Accessories, Editorial and Merchandise.Your bobber or chopper is from another time or you built a new-retro one. There is an accessory on your retro looking bike that is never going to look right. Your license plate. A company called CR8-APL8 (of course, it stands for “create a plate”) offers legal vintage looking plates for motorcycle and car enthusiasts. […]
