Bikers don’t cry. Yes, they do, at least when they don’t wear a good face/eye protection. Lick’s Cycles has released a new face/eye protection designed for quick and easy installation to any ¾ open face helmet. Rubber retention tabs fitted to the lens simply slide into place between the helmet shell and lining. So glasses […]
Archive for March, 2011
Bikers Don’t Cry. Visormatic For Any 3/4 Helmet..
Published by March 23rd, 2011 in Accessories, Customs and Editorial.Harley-Davidson Donates $250,000 To Support Japan Relief Efforts
Published by March 23rd, 2011 in Editorial and Events.Harley-Davidson, Inc. announced a $250,000 donation from The Harley-Davidson Foundation to support relief efforts following the earthquake and tsunami in Japan. “Our hearts go out to all the people in Japan who have been impacted by these tragic events,” said Foundation President Gail Lione. “It is important to all of us at Harley-Davidson to support […]
Sporty look often implies mid-shift controls. Another option from Top Shelf Customs is these Smasher Mid Controls available to work with major brands of open primary systems: BDL, Primo-Rivera and Ultima. They are available in polished ($729.00) or black anodizing ($799.00). Order at 714-903-8042 Top Shelf Customs.
You are looking at a Norley 2, a Cafe Racer built from the ground up using a Norton looking frame in which was cradled a Sportster engine and transmission. The frame, swingarm with bearings and spindle plus rear engine mounts is provided by UK manufacturer JW Motorcycles and offered in the US as a kit […]
Sturgis Pre-Booking Discount At Broken Spoke Campground
Published by March 22nd, 2011 in Editorial and Events.Daytona Bike Week is over, and the next big rally is of course in Sturgis (August 1 to 14h). And this one needs some well thought advance planning. For the Sturgis Rally 71th edition the Broken Spoke Campground in Sturgis offers early bird discount rates. For example, camping rates are $119/person plus tax and include […]
Long and tough economic times almost always bring a taste for everything retro, a trend that you can perceive in many areas like fashion, architecture and of course the automotive industry. Another example of this trend towards retro designs is this Imperia, a car brand name that’s been dead for over half a century. To the pleasure of […]
The Custom Motorcycle King Of Seattle
Published by March 21st, 2011 in Builders, Customs and Editorial.Seattle gave us music legend Jimi Hendrix, alternative rock “grumge” music style (Nirvana, Soundgarden, Alice in Chains and Pearl Jam), Starbucks Coffee and now a group of creative local Custom Builders like RedSoul Motorcycles. RedSoul? Curious, I wanted to know the origin of the shop name, and as answer the only thing I could get was […]
Custom Chrome International Bike Show Series. North American Championship. (Part 3)
Published by March 20th, 2011 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.Today Sunday March 20th, 2011 for the fist time ever, the famous Custom Chrome Dealer Show opened its doors to the public. Not only to visit 75 of the V-Twin industry’s leading manufacturers, but also to admire world class custom bikes from top builders and customizers competing in the Custom Chrome International Bike Show Series, […]
2011 Custom Chrome International Dealer Show (Part 2)
Published by March 20th, 2011 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.People at the Custom Chrome Dealer Show. from top to bottom. Kirk taylor (Custom Design Studios) – Cory Ness (Arlen Ness Ent) – Holger Mohr (CCI) with Sukoshi Fahey (Avon Tyres) – Lisa and Bert Baker (Baker Drivetrain) – Rod Woodruff (Buffalo Chip) with Mike Prugh (Prugh Design) – Gerald Rinehart (Rinehart Racing) – Lisa Taylor (Kirk’s wife) – Pascal Richard (Revolution Magazine) […]
1- Zero Motorcycles. To boost its international growth and support the development of its electrical vehicle technology, Zero Motorcycles has secured a $26 million financing deal. The deal with Invus LP, the company’s principal investor group, closed March 3, just days before the company’s co-founder Neal Saiki retired from his daily operations as chief technology […]
The Best That Can Happen To A 08-Up Harley-Davidson Tourer
Published by March 19th, 2011 in Customs, Editorial, Engines and Exhaust.No new factory motorcycle responds to simple intake and exhaust upgrades like a Harley®! That’s why Zipper’s Performance Products developed the Zip Kit for throttle-by-wire Touring models. Included in the Zip Kit is a Zipper’s MaxFlow performance air cleaner, performance exhaust of your choice and the cutting-edge ThunderMax with AutoTune EFI Controller for throttle-by-wire models. […]
2011 Custom Chrome International Dealer Show (Part 1)
Published by March 19th, 2011 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.I am in Santa Clara, CA in the Silicon Valley, the leading hub for high-tech innovation and development (Google, Amazon, Apple, eBay, Intuit, Netflix and many others are just around), for the 2011 Custom Chrome Dealer Show. The venue is minutes away from the CCI headquarters at the beautiful Santa Clara Convention Center. Over 75 of the […]
Motorcycle Industry Raises over $11,000 at Daytona Biker Fusion
Published by March 19th, 2011 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.As I reported last week, the 4th annual Seminole Hard Rock Roadhouse Biker Fusion event was one of the most attended charity events during this year’s Bike Week with the donations to prove it, The prominent gathering, organized by Carrie Repp of R&R Promotions and Ken Conte of Rise Above Consulting, is known for bringing […]
Mansory Impressive Looking Carbon Fiber Cruiser
Published by March 18th, 2011 in Builders, Customs and Editorial.Since 1989, Kourosh Mansory, the owner and namesake of Mansory in Bavaria Germany is a maestro at fulfilling the custom dreams – engine, body, interior improvements – of his clientele of owners of high end cars like Rolls Royces, Bentleys, Aston Martins, Porsches and Ferraris. He is famous for his tricked out Bugatti Veyrons and […]
Lots of original Harley Shovelhead engines (manufactured from 1966 to 1984) and 3rd party Shovelhead type engines in a variety of bores are running today’s bikes. A favorite way to customize them has always been to split the rocker boxes. A new choice comes from Bare Knuckle Choppers who designed them not only to look […]
A balding, white haired man from Chebacco Lake in Florida, walked into a jewelry store this past Friday evening with a beautiful much younger gal at his side. He told the jeweler he was looking for a special ring for his girlfriend. The jeweler looked through his stock and brought out a $5,000 ring. The man […]
Win An Ultimate Biker Makeover At Carlisle Bike Fest
Published by March 18th, 2011 in Editorial and Events.The 9th edition of Carlisle Bike Fest, PA a premier motorcycle event with over 40,000 in attendance, is set for July 22-24th, 2011. Men and ladies who intend to be present should enter their chance to win an Ultimate Biker Makeover. Contestants (both guys and girls) must email by May 10, 2011 to bikermakeover@garage-girls.com a […]
Cicero deGuzman of Godspeed 45/06 sent me this video he shot of Tim Vander from the Death Science Blog riding in Brooklyn.his 1949 Panhead in a 1936 frame. Of course in B&W…
From Harley Cross Bones To Ol’ Bone
Published by March 17th, 2011 in Builders, Customs and Editorial.Harley-Davidson, like many competitors, has embraced the look of days long gone promoted by independent custom builders with their one-off machines. The Cross Bones model is a perfect example of a manufacturer trying to recapture the old school look while offering today’s technology and reliability. Put this model in the hands of a reputable custom […]
2011 Annual Donnie Smith Bike Show & Parts Extravaganza
Published by March 17th, 2011 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.Donnie Smith and American Thunder invite you to join us for the 24th edition of the Donnie Smith Show on Saturday March 26th & Sunday March 27th, 2011 at the prestigious St. Paul RiverCentre. This winter show is the largest custom-bike show in the mid-west. It will draw some of the best custom builders, a […]
Headwinds Gladiator Headlight Housing
Published by March 16th, 2011 in Customs, Editorial and Electrical.From Headwinds, since 1992 one of the leaders in custom headlights, this Gladiator headlight housing is fully machined from billet aluminum with a grill for some retro flair. Typical of Headwinds production, screw-in bezels and billet brackets with hidden fasteners. No exposed rivets and no bolts. Large choice of headlamps and brackets. 5 3/4″. Headwinds.
With a father, Perry Sands, who was a well respected custom builder in the late 60’s and who later founded Performance Machine to produce high-performance disc brake systems, Roland Sands grew up around choppers of all kinds, drag, flat-track and road racing machines. Deciding at the age of 15 that a Honda CR 125 would be […]
Daytona Bike Week. Clip From Video Clips
Published by March 16th, 2011 in Editorial, Events and Videos.For a daily video report Rally TV was covering each corner of Daytona Bike Week 2011. Impossible not to bump on Chris Callen, Sara Liberte and the crew all along the week. Made just for you my readers, I was sent this short clip of all clips they produced .
New Ape Hanger Control Wiring By Legend Air Suspensions
Published by March 15th, 2011 in Customs, Editorial and Suspension.Would it be nice if you could adjust your air suspension on the go from your ape hanger or custom handlebars? Well, Legend Suspension now offers a “plug and play” wiring extension to attach to your current pre-wired handlebar control system. This extends the handlebar control wiring to a total of about 86”, allowing plenty […]
This Weekend. Custom Chrome International Sponsoring Buffalo Chip Challenge At Its Dealer Show.
Published by March 15th, 2011 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.During its Dealer Show in Santa Clara this weekend, Custom Chrome International shows its commitment to sustain the industry by promoting the education of its future technicians. CCI joins forces with the Sturgis Buffalo Chip and other leading motorcycle businesses for the 2011 Buffalo Chip Challenge. A partnership between business and education was started by […]
Harley-Davidson CEO Got $6.4 Million Pay Package in 2010.
Published by March 15th, 2011 in Builders and Events.Keith Wandell received compensation valued at $6.4 million in 2010, up 1 percent from 2009, and this for eight months on the job. Breakdown of compensation is: Stocks and options $3.02 million. Performance-based cash bonus $2.3 million. Balance is salary and perks. Harley reported a $146.5 million profit in 2010, compared with a $55.1 million […]
