As part of his continuing commemoration of the 50th anniversary of the Shelby Cobra, David Uhl just completed “Hey Little Cobra”. David tells the story: “After discovering an excellent story that was hiding in the early ’60’s, I came to know a famous singer/songwriter, Carol Connors. Around the time that Carol charmed America with the single “To […]
Archive for April, 2012
New David Uhl Release. A Tribute To The Shelby Cobra
Published by April 12th, 2012 in Editorial, Events and Painters.The Colbert Report Get More: Colbert Report Full Episodes,Political Humor & Satire Blog,Video Archive
Custom Built In East Europe
Published by April 11th, 2012 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.If you follow attentively the custom bike scene around the world and its representation in US bike show competitions like Sturgiis, you already know that East Europe counts many talented custom builders who have already demonstrated during the last decade their ingenuity and unique style. Because East Europe is still economically an under- developped part […]
Fed up with with mirrors featuring skulls, the maltese cross, incorporating turn signals, etc… but still wanting to look at who is following you from too close? Here is a classy spot mirror you can install on all styles of bikes and doing its job (if you don’t have huge hands, or you will only […]
Sonny Barger Film Project. A Motorcycle Club Story.
Published by April 11th, 2012 in Editorial and Events.Sharpfinger Films announces that Sonny Barger is producing an independent feature film adapted from his successful novel, Dead in 5 Heartbeats. In the film, the Infidelz MC´s former President, Patch Kinkade, is dragged back into his prior life when the peace accord between the clubs is broken. The fictional motorcycle clubs will be portrayed by […]
Breaking News. Saxon Motorcycles Is For Sale.
Published by April 10th, 2012 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.Mark Borodkin, Chief Executive Officer of Saxon Motorcycles is looking for a buyer for his small production custom motorcycle business. Saxon was originally founded in 2004 at the top of the custom choppers craze, trying to offer production motorcycles at a more reasonable price point than the competition. A lack of originality, multiple warranty issues, a […]
Vance And Hines Bagger Blackout Slip-Ons
Published by April 10th, 2012 in Customs, Editorial and Exhaust.For exhaust systems, matte black continues to overtake chrome as the preferred finishing. Not necessarily for the menacing look but also because black ceramic coating is almost zero maintenance. Vance & Hines offers the new Blackout Round slip-on muffler. Coated with a durable high temperature black ceramic finish, the Blackout Rounds also include matte black […]
Harley-Davidson Motorcycles Given A New-York City Look
Published by April 10th, 2012 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Videos.Trying to appeal to a hipster, younger, urban crowd, Harley-Davidson New York (in Brooklyn) gives an old look to the new bikes it sells. (Video from WSJ)
South Dakota Launches Motorcycle Education Safety Website
Published by April 10th, 2012 in Editorial and Events.South Dakota Governor Dennis Daugaard, Public Safety Secretary Trevor Jones and Tourism Secretary Jim Hagen unveiled yesterday a new website named South Dakota Rides stated to promote motorcycle education and safety. The governor also has designated next week as Motorcycle Safety and Awareness Week in South Dakota. A look at the website shows very little […]
Three months ago I published a custom from Thunderbike Germany in exactly the same Drag Racing style and overall stance, painted in the same typical Harley black and orange colors. So, why to do it again when this new one could be considered just a simple variation of what you have already seen? Of course, […]
Jesse James Outlaw Garage. New TV Show On Discovery Channel. Monday April 9, 2012.
Published by April 8th, 2012 in Builders, Customs and Editorial.Jesse James gets back to his roots in Texas as he focuses on his newest venture and challenges himself to rebuild a 32 Ford Roadster in only a month. Outlaw Garage TV Show (60 minutes) Tomorrow Monday April 9 on Discovery Channel at 10 p.m. ET/PT. Below a preview.
Women Of Harley-Davidson Have Their Own Website. The Digital Buzz Wall.
Published by April 8th, 2012 in Builders, Editorial and Events.Harley=Davidson created a new interactive website called The Buzz Wall for all women who either already ride a motorcycle or want to learn how. “Freedom to be.” “It’s Harley or Nothing.” “It’s in my blood.” “2 Wheels Move the Soul.” These are just a few of the things women are saying in this digital space […]
Show Me Your Office. Rick Fairless.
Published by April 8th, 2012 in Builders, Customs and Editorial.Rick Fairless office at Strokers Dallas is not what you thought. It’s much more Rick Fairless that you imagined… In cardboard, Rick is always present at the office even when he is far away on the show tour flashing his bikes paint jobs and tie dye tees. During a visit you will talk to him […]
Saddlemen Introduces The Destination Pack™
Published by April 7th, 2012 in Customs, Editorial and Merchandise.Developed by Saddlemen’s design engineers, the Destination Pack™ is a 44 liter portable security bag featuring Saddlemen’s exclusive Steel Cage™ technology. Every bag is lined with a cut resistant stainless steel wire mesh cage interwoven between two soft, scratch free liners that provide weather and theft resistant storage for gear while on the road. The […]
Rolling Thunder 25th Anniversary Coast Guard Tribute Bike. Preview.
Published by April 6th, 2012 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.During the 25th Anniversary of Rolling Thunder in Washington, D.C. on Memorial Day, four custom motorcycles by four builders Mike Tomas, Billy Lane, Brigitte Bourget,Dar Holdsworth) will be unveiled. Each bike is built around a specific theme, a branch of the military. After showing you Billy Lane’s bike at the beginning stage of the fabrication […]
Fast Motorcycle Industry News
Published by April 6th, 2012 in Accessories, Builders, Editorial and Events.Royal Enfield’s Twin Cylinder To Become a Reality. Strong of its renewed success around the world, the Indian owned British retro classic Royal Enfield brand will have in the next 2 or 3 years a twin cylinder model in his lineup which could displace between 600 to 1,000cc. Royal Enfield is said to be leaning […]
Las Vegas Bikefest Opens Registrations and Hotel Reservations
Published by April 6th, 2012 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.The 12th Annual Bikefest is set for September 27-30, 2012 and all those intending to participate can now register and make their hotel reservations. Enthusiasts and fans can purchase Ultimate and Party Passes at early bird prices” says Mindi Cherry, Las Vegas BikeFest organizer. For $30 everything is included: entry all weekend into the Vendor […]
Sucker Punch Sallys Rebuilding Its Dealer Network.
Published by April 5th, 2012 in Builders, Customs and Editorial.Sucker Punch Sallys, the Arizona based small custom production motorcycle manufacturer is announcing new dealer appointments in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, Bristol, Ct., Atlanta, Ga, Tampa, Fl., and Perth, Australia. SPS will increase its production schedule to fulfill the needs of its dealers and their customers.
Ultimate Bike Builder Series US Champion
Published by April 5th, 2012 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.The final event of the United States “Ultimate Builder Championship” was held March 14-17 in Daytona during the International Motorcycle Show. Jeremy Cupp, 33, from LC Fabrications in Virginia won the championship, received $6000 and a paid trip to the AMD Championship Of Bike Building this August in Sturgis.
WanaRyd Motorcycle Wheels Releasing New Model. The Atomic.
Published by April 5th, 2012 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Wheels.WanaRyd is launching The Atomic, a unique 7-spoke non-directional 3D wheel that’s part of their Stark-line Series, a new premium line of 3D forged one-piece billet wheels. They are 3D machined, than polished, black powder coated and then re-machined a final time. WanaRyd Motorcycle was started over 9 years ago and has been committed to […]
The American Motorcycle Heritage Foundation (AMHF) has announced the 2012 nominees for induction into the AMA Motorcycle Hall of Fame. The names of 26 individuals, each highly accomplished in the sport, business and lifestyle of motorcycling, compose the ballot from which the class of 2012 will be selected for induction into the Hall of Fame. […]
Arlen Ness KO Raked Triple Trees for 21″ and 23″ Front Wheel Baggers
Published by April 4th, 2012 in Builders, Chassis, Customs, Editorial and Wheels.At the time when custom builders realized that a 21″ or 23″ front wheel installed on a Bagger was considerably improving the look of a tourer, they had no other choice than to cut, stretch and re-weld the frame neck to be able to properly fit these over-stock sizes. Always a risky business if you are […]
Cafe Racer TV Season 3 Starts Thursday April 19, 2012
Published by April 4th, 2012 in Customs, Editorial and Videos.The 3rd season will air on Velocity, the Discovery Channel replacing HD Theater since October 4, 2011. Cafe Racer Season 3 runs Thursdays at 8 pm, starting April 19th. Mike Seate hosts a tour of one of the world’s most enduring style of bikes: The Cafe Racer. Mike will continue to explore the history, development […]
Antilock Brakes. Is It The Most Valuable Motorcycle Feature?
Published by April 4th, 2012 in Editorial, Events and Videos.It is still one of the most controversial topics regarding motorcycle safety. Are motorcycles factory equipped with antilock brakes less prone to create fatal crashes than without? The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety re-affirms that antilock brakes for motorcycles are working as designed to reduce the chances of crashing, removing some of the risk that […]
Harley-Davidson Dealers To Offer Seat And Windshield Demos
Published by April 3rd, 2012 in Editorial.As part of its “Upgrade Your Ride” Spring promotion, Harley-Davidson® is introducing a new Seat and Windshield Demo Program that enables a rider to visit a participating Harley-Davidson dealer and sample these components on their own motorcycle. By utilizing the demo programs, riders can take the guess-work out of creating a perfect-fitting ride. A rider […]
