Under the influence of Roland Sands, Performance Machine founder Perry Sands’ son, the company has diversified its line its line up of parts and designs. The Performance Machine “Super Gas Air Cleaner System” is one example. It features a versatile design that accepts interchangeable faceplate designs (I counted 15) matched to the company wheels, but […]
Archive for November, 2009
Performance Machine Super Gas Air Cleaner System
Published by November 10th, 2009 in Customs, Editorial, Engines and Wheels.New MV Agusta F4. Can Perfection Be Improved Upon?
Published by November 10th, 2009 in Builders, Editorial and Events.Personally I would have loved to see what a collaboration between Harley-davidson and MV Augusta would have produced. We will never know, but this just released F4 Superbike shows again and again that the Italian manufacturer is at the top of its game. Serious money issues, for sure. But I place MV Agusta well above […]
Everybody a little bit tense these days. What about a good laugh. When a baby is born in Japan…
Salt Flat Racer By Leroy-Thompson Choppers
Published by November 9th, 2009 in Builders, Customs and Editorial.When you call a custom motorcycle Salt Flat you better off making it look like it could race in Utah. Although it was not built to beat one of the AMA or FIM records, this bike built by Leroy Thompson Choppers has already the stance and some of the basis to make it a machine […]
Brought Back To Life From An Archival Harley-Davidson Black & White Photo
Published by November 8th, 2009 in Editorial and Painters.Not only David Uhl is the best motorcycle inspired painter I have ever known but he must be one of the most prolific. Yes hard work is as good as talent and David has both exceptional skills and the obsessive desire to express on canvas as many motorcycles as he has ever seen in the […]
Like me you probably never had a thought about these tattooed ladies living in a time when it was scandalous just to show a bit of ankle. Amelia Klem Osterud is a tattooed academic librarian from Wisconsin who decided to pay homage to these courageous women with bodies covered with tattoos and traveling the USA […]
Steve McQueen Honored With Special Triumph Bonneville Heuer
Published by November 7th, 2009 in Builders, Editorial and Events.McQueen was a renowned Triumph enthusiast and also wore a Heuer Monaco watch in the 1970 Le Mans classic movie where he was racing a Porsche 917k. Because the Triumph Bonneville and TAG Heuer Monaco are both timeless masterpieces, celebrating their respective 50th and 40th anniversaries this year, both companies have joined forces to create […]
Not every motorcycle company is slowing down, Royal Enfield is investing almost $14 million dollars to expand their manufacturing capacity, raising their production potential from the current 50,000 units a year to 100,000. Royal Enfield think that their overseas sales are going to grow 15% per year in the next four-five years. Personally I like […]
Deep South Choppers Satin Controls
Published by November 7th, 2009 in Builders, Controls and Editorial.I like very much these hot rod inspired controls with a satin look (please, don’t chrome them!). Deep South Choppers, a shop based in Baton Rouge, collaborated with Switch Blade Billet, a Californian manufacturer to produce them and the result is superb. Don’t worry, matching hand controls are also available, and the only danger of ordering them […]
Custom Chrome And Rinehart Racing Announce Worldwide Distribution Agreement
Published by November 7th, 2009 in Customs, Editorial and Exhaust.Gerald and Kyle Rinehart announce their worldwide exhaust system distribution of True Dual and Slip-On products via Custom Chrome®. All exhaust systems are available for shipment as early as mid-November. Now dealers and consumers can source one of the industries leading race proven quality exhaust systems through Custom Chrome Worldwide Dealer Network as well as directly from Rinehart Racing.
Inspire 2010 Limited Edition Custom Motorcycles Calendar
Published by November 6th, 2009 in Builders, Customs and Editorial.This is not just another bike calendar. Created and art directed by David Willis and photographed by Pedro Virgil, it features bikes from the newly released dvd documentary “tales from the road side” by xplode films. 12 unique Australian custom built bikes but with 12 beautiful Australian models (when they don’t hide their face, like on the […]
Universal Low Tunnel Gas Tanks
Published by November 6th, 2009 in Builders, Chassis, Customs and Editorial.Ron Paugh, the Bossman of Paughco calls them “Universal”, hence my headline. But as a Custom Builder I have to warn all of you who are not professionals that any gas tank may need some tweaking, at least at the bolting points, to sit perfectly (meaning the way you like it) on your backbone frame. In […]
Indian Motorcycle Featured This Monday On ABC News In Good Morning America
Published by November 6th, 2009 in Builders, Editorial and Videos.This Monday November 9, 2009, Indian Motorcycle will be featured on ABC News during the “Good Morning America” show. The documentary is a feature on Indian Motorcycle Company, highlighting the revival of this historic brand amid America’s struggling automotive and motorcycle manufacturing industry. In it “Good Morning America’s” weekend anchor Bill Weir is riding a […]
Arlen Ness New Deep Cut Design Line
Published by November 6th, 2009 in Controls, Customs and Editorial.Due to the recession and cash flow being at an all time low in the custom motorcycle industry, not many are releasing brand new design lines. But Arlen Ness does it again with this “Deep Cut” line of rider and passenger floorboards and pegs and also grips and shifter/brake pegs (not shown here). Should I […]
Charles Bronson’s 1972 Honda XL250 Auctioned On eBay
Published by November 5th, 2009 in Builders, Editorial and Events.Sounds like all silver screen celebrities owned motorcycles with their estates deciding that it’s no more worth it to keep them. Formerly the property of legendary Hollywood actor Charles Bronson, this 1972 Honda XL250 dirt bike was owned, registered and ridden regularly by the silver screen icon and remains in original unrestored condition. This motorcycle […]
Sudco Performance Carburetor Kits For New And Classic American And European Models
Published by November 5th, 2009 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Engines.For those who don’t know, Sudco International is the world’s leading source and distributor of Aftermarket Performance and OEM Carburetors, They feature the complete lines of Mikuni and Keihin Carburetors and Parts, and related fueling products including OEM Fuel Petcock Repair Kits, Pingle Fuel Valves, K&N Replacement Filters, PC Racing Filter Kits for recent and […]
Indian Larry. 1949-2004. A Commemorative Issue.
Published by November 5th, 2009 in Builders, Customs and Editorial.All custom motorcycle builders, including myself, remember very well the minute they receive the news that Indian Larry was killed. It has been 5 years since he left the custom motorcycle scene, but his mark and influence will remain forever on our Chopper Culture. Indian Larry’s life story is unique. So was his personality and the […]
You Will Never Ride Again. Wrong!
Published by November 5th, 2009 in Builders, Customs and Editorial.Rick, at Freebird Custom Motorcycles sent me this story. Very Inspiring. A must read. “Hello Cyril, I just thought you might be interested in this contraption I just finished putting together for a handicapped person in Connecticut. He is paralyzed from the waist down from a motorcycle accident and was told he could never ride […]
Paul Teutul Electric Bike. No, It’s Not A Chopper!
Published by November 4th, 2009 in Builders, Customs and Editorial.Nothing against this electric bike built by OCC for Siemens. But Paul Teutul (at least…) and Conan O’Brien should know that it’s NOT a chopper! So, they should not say on camera that it is the first electric chopper. The remaining viewers of the American Chopper TV show can see more of this Green bike tomorrow Thursday November 5th on TLC […]
New Paughco Dump Pipes For Left Or Right Side Drive Bikes
Published by November 4th, 2009 in Customs, Editorial and Exhaust.Designed by Jaun Z, these new additions to Paughco’s designer series exhaust systems are 2 “ in diameter and dump just behind the transmission. They are available for Softail type left side drive or right side drive. Offered with or without oxygen sensor bungs for 1986 through 2008 Softail motorcycles. Heat shields are available for […]
Brushed chrome, brushed aluminum, brushed stainless steel, all look great on your motorcycle. First, a simple tutorial on your phone. Then start on your bike (have you ever tried brushing paint before shooting a coat of clear coat. I did. Looks great on silver paint if you always brush in the same direction…).
Rossmeyer’s 24 Hour Online Video Motorcycle Auction To Sell 100 Used Harley-Davidson
Published by November 4th, 2009 in Builders, Editorial and Events.If you want a new illustration of the power of the Internet and of the necessity of brick and mortar stores to use new technology to sell more/faster/worldwide, this coming weekend Rossmeyer’s 24 Hour Online Auction is a perfect example. Bruce Rossmeyer’s Daytona Harley-Davidson will host the first ever Bruce Rossmeyer Harley-Davidson 24-Hour Live Auction […]
You can’t make this stuff up! Hope that this guy never rides a motorcycle, even trail one, especially yours. At the last news the truck and trailer were floating and the boat sunk. And nobody knows where is this guy… (thanks Sharco).
Non Biker Gear. Von Dutch, Ed Hardy, Evel Knievel. Who’s Next?
Published by November 3rd, 2009 in Editorial and Merchandise.Christian Audigier, the designer behind the Von Dutch and Ed Hardy clothing lines is preparing the launch the Evel Knievel gear. The secret of such successful businesses? Use the names of famous people of our motorcycle industry, always retired (Ed Hardy) or preferably dead, give them or their heirs the smallest possible royalty or a […]
Indian Motorcycle Extending Its Cash For Clunkers Offer
Published by November 3rd, 2009 in Builders, Editorial and Events.The government “Cash For Clunkers” for cars was a success, but it’s over. Indian Motorcycle had its own “Cash For Clunkers” program its 2009models and decided to extend it. It may be a great chance for some of you to get your hands on a 2009 Indian Chief. There is a $3,000 Bonus Trade-In Credit, […]
Harley-Davidson Twin Cam Engine Valve Covers
Published by November 3rd, 2009 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Engines.Nothing will ever change the look of your engine as much as a well designed set of valve covers. And if you do the switch be ready to answer the same question over and over: “what’s your engine brand?”. Objective reached…Covington Cycle offers them in polished, chrome, black & polished or diamond cut style. Beautifully CNC […]
