During this last month, 4 highly respected motorcycle companies have decided to support my Blog These new Sponsors are MeanStreet, Crime Scene Choppers, Battistinis and Mammoth Choppers. They all sell creative custom parts that I use on my bike projects and that I recommend for your owns. First, I want to thank my readers who […]
Archive for April, 2008
What Did You Think About The Pinks TV Show?
Published by April 3rd, 2008 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.Hope that last evening you watched the TV show Pinks on Speed. Adam Chandler from Chandler Originals racing Mike Beland from A1 Cycles. Mike won the bragging rights…and Adam’s bike. But what matters is that they had a great time shooting the show, that they proved that custom builders […]
West Coast Choppers 140 CFL Frame Kit On Sale
Published by April 3rd, 2008 in Builders, Chassis, Customs and Editorial.Want to save a few (big) bucks on a frame kit? The West Coast Choppers CFL frame kit for a 140 mm rear tire is on sale till 07/31/08. $2,850 instead of retail $3,355.00 a saving of $505.00. The frame is a 0 out, 0 up with a 35-degree rake. The package kit includes a […]
On The Scene First Pictures Of “Open Mind”
Published by April 2nd, 2008 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.They are not of professional quality, but these first pictures taken during the AMD European Championship in Germany give you an idea of what this bike is all about. Built by Thunderbike Germany. Almost everything is one-off. But I notice (my original pics are much bigger) 2 American parts: a "Rapid" Headlight and Taillight from Crime Scene […]
It has been done before, and I know of a few sites doing it correctly. I am talking about online stores (web stores) of custom motorcycle parts letting potential buyers not only see the parts installed on nice motorcycles, not only letting shoppers shop my models or custom applications, but even more important also giving […]
Klock Werks Bagger 180 MM Rear Tire Make Over
Published by April 2nd, 2008 in Builders, Chassis, Customs, Editorial and Wheels.One of the most frequent conversions made by bagger owners is to go for a wider rear tire, up to 300 mm (not my taste). But 180 mm is cool and there is a need for simple kits, easy to install, and not costing you an extra 25% above the price of your bike. Brian […]
“Rapid motion through space elates one” (James Joyce)
Bike Sketch Of 2008 AMD European Championship Winner
Published by April 1st, 2008 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.I promise. I will publish as soon as available the picture of “Open Mind”, the custom bike built by Thunderbike Germany (Andreas Bergerforth & crew). So, as a teaser, I show you the initial sketch, a fusion of old and new style, a style being very popular right now. And trust me, it looks very […]
Harley-Davidson Museum Will Open In July
Published by April 1st, 2008 in Builders, Editorial and Events.The Harley-Davidson Museum is set to open in July and announced a new membership program and ticket pricing for the museum. Harley-Davidson Inc. is offering museum membership starting as low as $40 a year and those who join by June 1 will be invited to a pre-grand opening preview of the museum, subject to capacity […]
Big Bear Choppers is recalling a potential of 351 units of MY 004-2005 "Venom" and "Devil’s Advocates" Choppers and MY 2005 "Sled" Choppers. Some motorcycles may have inadequate weld penetration between the neck, backbone and downtubes of the frame. High loads created when riding on rough road surfaces, structural modification made to the frame by […]
Laughlin River Run Set For April 23-27
Published by April 1st, 2008 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.The event brings about 60,000 people and nearly as many motorcycles to the Colorado River valley area to enjoy the concerts, events and attractions that have made the Laughlin event the largest ride-in motorcycle rally in the West. This year’s Laughlin River Run will include a custom bike show and competition, a poker run, the […]
