Today July 25th is the 1st day I am authorized to talk and show you the new 2010 line-up. Below is a preview of what’s new and interesting with more to come in the following dauys, model per model. Harley-Davidson launches 9 new models, and the company states that it’s the largest new products introduction […]
Archive for July, 2009
Harley-Davidson Introduces 9 New Models For 2010
Published by July 25th, 2009 in Builders, Customs and Editorial.New Arlen Ness Double Barrel Air Filter Assembly
Published by July 25th, 2009 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Engines.From Arlen Ness a new air filter option for your customization project. Conceived to provide a leading edge design to change the look and performance of your bike. The kit includes an aluminum double barrel outer cover, an aluminum radius inlet backing plate, pre-oiled hi-performance air filter and all necessary hardware. Available in chrome or […]
LegUp LandinGear For Harley-Davidson Touring Models
Published by July 25th, 2009 in Controls, Customs and Editorial.Imagine the ability to steady your bike as you come to a stop, have it held upright at a light or stop sign with your feet on the pegs (you really should put them down, but you don’t have to!!), then have the support automatically retract as you accelerate !! The Patent-pending LegUp LandinGear system was […]
Yesterday in Los Angeles, Victory Motorcycles revealed its 2010 models. To summarize, 2 brand-new models are launched, the 8-Ball line is expanded and 1 model finally gets ABS as an option.
Sturgis 3rd Annual Harley-Davidson Women’s Day Set For August 2nd
Published by July 24th, 2009 in Builders, Editorial and Events.We all know that Harley-Davidson wants to celebrate women riders. Harley-Davidson will host its third annual Women’s Day on Sunday, August 2, 2009, during the 69th Annual Sturgis Motorcycle Rally. The Motor Company will also offer a variety of activities for women throughout the rally between August 1-7, 2009, at Rushmore Plaza Civic Center in […]
Joint Venture Between Leroy Thompson and Darwin Motorcycles
Published by July 24th, 2009 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.Not surprisingly a wave of small custom motorcycle companies agreements, consolidations, joint ventures just started in the industry. After an agreement between Indian Kiwi and Klock Werks, it’s now the turn of Leroy Thompson and Darwin Motorcycles (Brass Balls Bobbers) to join forces to weather a stormy economy and make their respective businesses more profitable […]
Sent to me by reader James Gurthrie In New-Zealand. I have to state again (it’s in the “Terms Of Service” of my Blog) that the political and other opinions expressed by my readers are not necessarily mine… But I think that the following story is quite “funny” or not. It is a slow day in […]
Breaking News. Lehman Unveils New Luxury Trike Called The CrossBow
Published by July 23rd, 2009 in Builders, Customs and Editorial.Today Thursday July 23rd in Wyoming, MN at the Annual Victory Dealer Meeting Lehman Trikes unveiled its newest trike, the “CrossBow”. The CrossBow was designed by Lehman Trikes with engineering participation from Victory Motorcycles, utilizing state-of-the-art technology and testing to meet NHTS & DOT Standards. As you can see the CrossBow is a ultra modern […]
Karl Lagerfeld Motorcycle Fashion Statement
Published by July 23rd, 2009 in Builders, Customs and Editorial.Karl Lagerfeld, head designer and creative director for the fashion house Chanel knows a few things about the power of image. This Monday, Rue Royale, Paris, France. Fashion Diva Karl Lagerfeld shows up to meet with 2 models for the photo shoot of his press kit for the Chanel’s pre-spring collection called “Starting Point”. Star of […]
Harley-Davidson Production To Shut Down For 14 Weeks
Published by July 23rd, 2009 in Builders, Editorial and Events.Harley-Davidson Sportster and V-Rod motorcycle final assembly operations and V-Rod motorcycle powertrain production in Kansas City, and production of Sportster motorcycle powertrains in Wauwatosa will be shut down for approximately 14 weeks in 2009, including the entire fourth quarter. The company anticipates that other production operations will be shut down for a total of approximately […]
On August 2nd In Sturgis. Ride To The Ranch With Michael Lichter & Sugar Bear.
Published by July 23rd, 2009 in Builders, Editorial and Events.Organized August 2nd by Jay Allen from the Broken Spoke Sturgis Campground to honor Michael Lichter and Sugar Bear , The “Ride To The Ranch” is a special day of activities not to miss when attending Sturgis. The festivities will begin at the Broken Spoke Campground at 1:00pm with a Kick-off Pool Party (including a bikini contest, male pole […]
Baker Transmissions Install And Oil Change In Sturgis
Published by July 23rd, 2009 in Driveline and Editorial.Baker Drivetrain will be installing their famous transmissions at their downtown Sturgis location at 5th and Lazelle Street, and will be providing Spectro Products as original fill for these new installations. Baker will also be offering Spectro oil changes there, too. “Baker has been a consistent and solid partner with Spectro ever since they first tried […]
Since 2005 Kids & Chrome is a one-of-a-kind benefit dinner and auction happening during the Sturgis Motorcycle Rally. Kids & Chrome Foundation, Inc. is a Black Hills non-profit corporation. In the past four years, Kids & Chrome has donated well in excess of a half million dollars to positively impact the lives of special needs […]
New Harley-Davidson Skyline Half Helmet. Designed By Women For Women
Published by July 22nd, 2009 in Editorial.Hard to re-invent the the motorcycle helmet. Just try to design one looking good and different. I like the side ribs of this helmet extending to the visor. Very art-deco style. Ladies, you are going to love the women-specific features: it include a 10-mm deeper cavity for a lower profile fit, a washable anti-static comfort liner that […]
If you’ve ever had to remove or install the pinion gear holding nut on 1954 through 1998 Harley-Davidson™ Big Twin machines or single cam aftermarket Harley style clone engines, you know what a hassle it is to secure the gear while tightening or loosening the nut. Once again Georges Garage has come to the rescue […]
Just a reminder to all those (all of you) who enjoy nice photographic work on bikes, cars and babes that photographer Colleen Swartz will exhibit her lens memories in Milwaukee this Saturday July 23rd at the Iron Horse Hotel (in the yard starting at 6pm followed by drinks and dinner). Then she will head […]
5th Edition Canadian Biker Build-Off July 24/26th.
Published by July 22nd, 2009 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.A lot going on on both sides of the border. The 5th Edition of the Canadian Biker Build-Off near Niagara, Ontario Canada will feature again (why change a successful recipe) Canadian Custom Motorcycle Builders competing against each other to get the 2009 Champion Crown, and 2 Saturday classic ride-in Bike Shows (one on invitation only […]
The law say yes. But while riding I trust better arm signals and being defensive by looking around you than stock horns. So, like most custom builders I have removed and thrown away more factory horns than I will ever install new aftermarket ones. But if you feel like you need one, at least […]
I could not find a caption for this picture of Mr. Monster – as he calls himself- sitted on this out of this world motorcycle. Once again, find the best headline and you get a free tee/free shipping in your exact size (we will contact you). Let’s go… Picture by Horst Roesler
The event in Lexington Ohio, takes place from July 24th through July 26th. The weekend’s festivities include vintage racing, North America’s largest swap-meet, bike shows, demo rides and more. Matt Olsen, the Antique Motorcycle Club of America’s Youth Coordinator, is planning on riding his 1936 Harley Davidson EL from South Dakota to the AMA Vintage […]
Sturgis 3rd Annual Horse Backstreet Choppers Bike Show Is August 3rd
Published by July 21st, 2009 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.This year the Horse Backstreet Choppers Sturgis Bike Show has a new venue, “The Full Throttle Saloon”. On August 3rd the magazine will recognize all hard-core, garage-built backstreet choppers, and owners/builders will have a chance to win an Evil Engineering Belt Drive or Baker Drivetrain 6 speed transmission and thousands of dollars in other door […]
Ligthning Rod Retro-Racer Rolling Chassis
Published by July 21st, 2009 in Builders, Chassis and Customs.There are quite a few board-track style frames available on the market. And each manufacturer does its own interpretation trying to improve what was used in the old racing days. With a greater design freedom since these frames are not destined to be waved by the checkered flag. In […]
When Is It Right To Ride Your Motorcycle In The Emergency Lane?
Published by July 21st, 2009 in Editorial.Or … How I Ended Up Head Down on a Hood and Handcuffed. A Story by Bruce Arnold with Legal Commentary by Matt Danielson A few Saturdays ago … I was riding home to the flat sands of South Florida after a twisting tour through the steep mountain ridges and narrow winding valleys surrounding Charleston, […]
The Good Ol’ Days Of Racing Are Back In Sturgis
Published by July 20th, 2009 in Editorial and Events.The feeling of the Good Ol’ Days Races is back in Sturgis. Thanks to Jay Allen of the Broken Spoke County Line, flat track riders are going to compete again on a ¼ mile oval during the Sturgis Rally. The track has been designed and built by National Motocross Rider and Champion Gene Stull. Gene […]
“The Buell 1125RR is designed to give privateer racers a turn-key machine to compete in the American Superbike class in AMA Pro Racing. We want to build on our program that has proven so successful for privateers in the Daytona SportBike class,” said Erik Buell, Chairman and Chief Technical Officer, Buell Motorcycle Company. This racing […]
Stefanie Aziere Pays Homage To Bonneville Racing
Published by July 20th, 2009 in Editorial and Painters.Intrigued by the racers she saw at the Legendary Bonneville Salt Flats, artist Stefanie Aziere-Sattler dedicated her latest painting to Land Speed Racing. It features one of the AMA National Land Speed Record Holders, Erika Cobb (18 years old, Mitchell, South Dakota), taking special care of her bike, making sure her windshield is clean, and […]
