Of course it comes from the UK where a team of Englishmen have decided that the Jaguar leaper cat logo could be a good base for a custom motorcycle…or sculpture on 2 wheels. I don’t don’t know if it runs properly, hope that it’s more reliable than a Jaguar on […]
Archive for January, 2009
What a boss (undisclosed) wrote to its employees. To All My Valued Employees, There have been some rumblings around the office about the future of this company, and more specifically, your job. As you know, the economy has changed for the worse and presents many challenges. However, the good news is this: The economy […]
Saddlemen New Universal Teardrop Smooth Saddlebags
Published by January 14th, 2009 in Customs, Editorial and Seats.Today’s cruisers are streamlined and need bags with a matching feel. For a modern look, a teardrop shape is the name of the game. Besides looking great, the streamlined shape allows stock turn signal locations to be used, eliminating some of the hassle of mounting other saddlebags. These bags include solid adjustable mounting brackets and […]
If you support the brand, and you should, this authentic Indian Motorcycle belt may be a cool gift for yourself or your Indian riding buddy. It features an antique nickle buckle with the Indian script, a genuine cowhide leather strap with brand tooling, and a buckle snap for easy adjustment. 1 1/2″ wide. $65 at Indian Motorcycle.
It’s what the government FHWA Office Of Safety wants you to ride in the future. More info on the website of Florida ABATE.
Matchless one of the oldest British motorcycle brands (1899-1966) with a wide range of models and a long history of racing success. The one I feature in this post was born in 1960 as an off-road-only “Westerner” G80C model, and when Bill Oster put its hands on it the bike was close to a basket […]
His name is Matt Marino. In his website Moto Basturds he publishes a few moto comics every week, hoping they will stick like day old spaghetti on a greasy kitchen wall. Go there when you have an urgent need to smile.
Not too many Custom Softail Sportster frames are available. A new option is offered by Maximum Motorcycles with this new one called “Soft-Tail-Sport-Bob”. It comes complete with axle, stainless steel pivot bolts, axis tube, swing arm, splash guard, fender struts, internal fork stop & hardware. All included for $1695.00, (optional oil tank is $399.00). The boys […]
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Effective 2009 Myrtle Beach Will No Longer Host Motorcycle Rallies
Published by January 12th, 2009 in Editorial and Events.It’s official and it comes from a statement of the Myrtle Beach, SC Mayor. The city will no more host any motorcycle rally. And to tell you clear & loud, the city created a website called Motorcycle Biker Info where mayor John Rhodes justifies the decision on complaints of residents weary of 3 weeks of noise and traffic congestion. […]
Choppers Inc. Stacked Oil Cap
Published by January 12th, 2009 in Accessories, Builders, Customs and Editorial.Aluminum, copper & brass. The most noble materials and best color combination for many motorcycles. Here a fine example of precision machined sheets of aluminum, copper and brass stacked in an oil cap in 2 versions to fit Harley-Davidson stock oil tanks from 65 to 99 and from 00 to 08. This design should now be declined on grips, pegs, […]
Paying Tribute To The Only Harley Repair Mechanic In Cuba
Published by January 12th, 2009 in Editorial.The first Harley-Davidson motorcycles arrived in Cuba in the 1920’s. But after the 1959 communist revolution and the consequent U.S. trade embargo that followed most Harleys disappeared smuggled out of the island, others fell in disrepair and parts available dried up. So, how is it possible that there are still about 100 Harleys in Cuba, […]
Timeless Motor Company New Sponsor Of Cyril Huze Blog
Published by January 12th, 2009 in Builders, Customs and Editorial.Is there a market for vintage motorcycle replicas? You bet. There is already a big one for cars. Especially if the reproduction is a masterpiece of authenticity offered at a very reasonable price. As you can see by the banner under this post, after 10 years of casting work, reproducing molds and special tooling, Timeless […]
The 9th annual V-Twin Expo will open its doors February 6th at noon for a series of seminars, then on Saturday February 7th at 8 AM, thousand of dealers, members of the industry and press will rush inside the Cincinnati Duke Energy Center to meet hundreds of exhibitors showing their 2009 ware. Of course, I […]
Death Of Custom Motorcycle Builder Jerry Graves
Published by January 10th, 2009 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.Very sad news this Saturday morning. Custom builder Jerry Graves, one of my professional neighbors in South Florida, was found dead this morning in his home. Born in Frankfort, Indiana in 1971, he was a 3rd generation biker who started modifying his own bike when he was 16 years old, then built his 1st full-blown custom at […]
Bargain Of The Month. A Black Bird For $15,000.
Published by January 10th, 2009 in Builders, Customs and Editorial.No. I am not going to turn my Blog into a classified ads website, but I may, from time to time feature what is really a bargain for my readers. Like this just completed bitching ride for sale at $15,000, a price lower than an “equivalent” stock Harley-Davidson. The partial list of parts includes: A […]
“Wind Chill: 4,000 Below” is a retail incentive program, effective now, for buyers of 2007 & 2008 Big Dog motorcycles. Cash allowances are to help retail clients make Big Dog Motorcycles more accessible, but also, of course, to help dealers get rid of some of the pre-2009 models. Cash allowances are as following: • $4,000: […]
Tail Burner By Guilty Customs
Published by January 9th, 2009 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Electrical.No fancy LED’s. No chrome. Only pure retro style for this new taillight proposed by Guilty Customs. Just hand polished aluminum body, brass hardware and a bracket pivoting to any angle for either over, under and side mounting. 3″ long, 2″ round & 2 1/2′ high. Glass is cut from old Harley lens (to be authentic […]
Keino Introduces The “Red Hook” Frame.
Published by January 9th, 2009 in Builders, Customs and Editorial.Keinosuke Sasaki a.k.a. Keino , self proclaimed “Master Manipulator of Motor And Metal” and acclaimed Custom Builder, former right hand of Indian Larry and former partner of Paul Cox, is launching a new rigid frame. It’s called “Red Hook” (name of neighborhood in Brooklyn, NY where Keino is installed)), features a straight line from neck to axle […]
Brad Pritt states that when he is riding one of his custom bikes, it’s his most anonymous time. Not really, especially when you ride a cool bike. No hand clutch, baby! Shot today in LA. By the way, I strongly recommend his latest movie “The curious case of Benjamin Button”.
Indian Motorcycle Launches Factory Delivery Program
Published by January 8th, 2009 in Builders, Editorial and Events.Indian Motorcycle announced today its new Factory Delivery Program which allows customers to order a motorcycle through an authorized dealership and pick it up at the factory. All 2009 Indian Chiefs are eligible for the new delivery program. Factory Delivery offers a personal VIP tour of the factory and bike delivery in the customer delivery […]
Easyriders V-Twin Show Tour
Published by January 8th, 2009 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.You just built a new cool bike, want to get a chance to have it featured in one of the Easyriders Group magazines. No better place than to show it in one (or several) of the 6 Easyriders V-Twin Bike Shows. Show time starts in Pomona, CA (January 10-11), then Sacramento, CA (January 17-18), Charlotte, NC […]
Baby Boomers Aggravate The Motorcycle Industry Crisis
Published by January 8th, 2009 in Builders and Editorial.Did you know that in occidental countries, the peak spending age is around 47 years old and that the baby boomers median age (50% below, 50% above) is now 51 years old? Practically, the number of baby boomers going down and the median age going up, it means that baby boomers are less and less […]
Progressive Suspension Drop In Fork Lowering Kit
Published by January 8th, 2009 in Editorial and Suspension.Easy. Lower your front end with Progressive Suspension Lowerig Kit. Explanation & installation by David Zemla. marketing director. Must be because he talks better than any technician in the company.
Additional Felony Charge Filed Against Billy Lane
Published by January 7th, 2009 in Builders, Editorial and Events.As you know, I only report and never make any personal judgments in any private legal case. Two years ago, Billy Lane was charged with one count of DUI manslaughter in connection with a Labor Day 2006 traffic accident in which 56-year-old Sebastian Gerald Morelock died. Courts records show that prosecutors have filed an additional […]
Want to read about an on going design study to develop a motorcycle that gets 100 mpg at 70 mph, into a 20 mph wind while carrying 4 bags of groceries? Craig Vetter is an American inventor & designer loving all things with wheels, wings and engines. His lifetime goal is to “do more with […]
