Woke up this Saturday morning at the same time Cory Ness was emailing me from Beijing, China (population of 19.5 million out of 1.3 billion in the country) the very first pictures of the Grand Opening of the first Victory store in China. Arlen and Cory participated to the ceremonies and tell me that they sold all their […]
Archive for May, 2012
Victory Motorcycles Grand Opening Of First Dealership In Beijing China
Published by May 12th, 2012 in Builders, Editorial and Events.Klock Werks Suing Nascar Driver Clint Bowyer For Alleged Unpaid Bills
Published by May 12th, 2012 in Editorial.Klock Werks Kustom Cycles is alleging that Clint Bowyer, a Nascar Driver, failed to pay $30,788.45 for customization work done on his Harley in late 2008 and early 2009. The complaint filed by Klock Werks on May 2, 2012 alleges that the work was performed at its South Dakota shop, with the bike being delivered […]
Stealth Belt Drive For Harley Sportsters
Published by May 11th, 2012 in Customs, Driveline, Editorial and Engines.In need of waking up the left side of your Harley Sportster? This Stealth Belt Drive is not only very good looking, but it is, as far as I know, the only USA made Belt Drive to fit Sportsters 1991-2003 and 2004-present Offered by Evolution Industries in 2 or 3 inch (called 2X and 3X) […]
eBay Motors Launches Motorcycle Parts Compatibility. eBay is launching parts compatibility in select eBay Motors Motorcycle Parts & Accessories categories this month. With the Parts Compatibility feature, sellers can create one listing describing a single part and add a complete list of compatible vehicles. Listing with parts compatibility also helps get your relevant items in […]
April 2012 Washington DC Airport Screening Statistics From Department Of Homeland Security.
New Harley-Davidson Running Boards To Provide Room To Stretch Legs and Move Feet For Long-Ride Comfort
Published by May 10th, 2012 in Builders, Controls, Customs and Editorial.The new Rider Running Boards (P/N 50500158, $199.95) from Harley-Davidson® give owners of many Harley-Davidson FL Softail® and Touring motorcycle models more room to stretch legs and move feet on long runs, which can relieve muscle tension and reduce rider fatigue. These Rider Runner Boards are four inches longer (one inch in forward and three […]
Sturgis Buffalo Chip Challenge. Custom Harley Road Glide Completed By Students.
Published by May 10th, 2012 in Builders, Customs and Editorial.The finished motorcycle that a group of 11 high school seniors built for the Buffalo Chip was unveiled at Sturgis Brown High School on Monday, April 30. It is the first time in the history of the Buffalo Chip Challenge Program that the one-of-a-kind custom Harley-Davidson® was built by a dedicated group of local Sturgis […]
Engine Oil Question. Is My Oil Supposed to Foam?
Published by May 10th, 2012 in Editorial and Engines.Question: I recently changed the engine oil . I noticed that there is a small layer of foam on top of the oil level in the sight glass when I switch off the engine. The layer disappears after a while. I have done 4 rides (20km each) and it does it every time. Any thoughts?
New Ground Breaking Convertible Bagger By Jeff Nicklus Desperado Motorcycles
Published by May 9th, 2012 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.During the last 20 years I have seen and admired a few convertible motorcycles, but they were all conceived as concept motorcycles or show bikes. Privileging style over function, none of them were conceived for production, even a limited one, and none were letting you do the conversion yourself in a very short time. The […]
WanaRyd Motorcycle is releasing The Twisted, a unique 8-spoke directional 3D wheel that’s part of their Stark-line Series, a new premium line of 3D forged one-piece billet wheels. The Stark-line Series features a new finish that WanaRyd states has being totally unique and proprietary. Stark-line wheels are 3D machined, black powder coated and then re-machined […]
2012 Sturgis Rally. Jay Allen Announces New Venture.
Published by May 9th, 2012 in Editorial and Events.Although Jay Allen moved on from his monumental creation, The Broken Spoke Saloon, his life continues on a wild ride in the form of a Traveling Road Show all over the US. This year in Sturgis his Road Show will make a stop 3 miles east of Sturgis at the massive 40,000 square foot hurricane […]
Bob Cat Exhaust System For Harley Softail Models
Published by May 8th, 2012 in Customs, Editorial and Exhaust.From D&D Performance Enterprises, one of the leading performance motorcycle exhaust manufacturers, this Bob Cat exhaust is designed for 2000 to 2012 Harley-Davidson Softail models. The company states that it improves the performance and economy of the OEM system through tighter mapping of the engine characteristics. By adding a high-flow air filter (test made with […]
Big Bear Choppers Has Filed For Bankruptcy
Published by May 8th, 2012 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.It surprised many observers, clients and creditors that it was not done sooner, Big Bear Choppers having stopped activity in November 2011. On Friday May 4, 2012 Big Bear Choppers filed for voluntary chapter 7 bankruptcy in California Central Bankruptcy Court (Case number 6:12-bk-21113) . David Philipson of Law Office of David Philipson in Big […]
Electric Drag Quarter Mile Record Run Of 201.37 MPH
Published by May 8th, 2012 in Editorial and Videos.On Friday May 4, 2012, the Lawless Electric Rocket bike piloted by Larry “Spiderman” McBride made history with a National Electric Drag Racing Association (NEDRA) record run of 6.940 at 201.37 mph making it the first electric vehicle to break 200 mph in the quarter mile! The 355 volt Rocket bike was built by Lawless […]
Harley-Davidson Motorcycle Dealers Ranked Highest By 2012 Pied Piper Prospect Satisfaction Index®
Published by May 7th, 2012 in Builders, Editorial and Events.Harley-Davidson dealerships returned to the top ranking in the newly released 2012 Pied Piper Prospect Satisfaction Index® (PSI®) U.S. Motorcycle Industry Benchmarking Study. The study measures dealership treatment of motorcycle shoppers. Study rankings by brand were determined by the patent-pending Pied Piper PSI process after measuring “Sales Effectiveness” three different ways: 1- when a shopper […]
Rockstar Formulated Harley Sportster XR1200
Published by May 7th, 2012 in Builders, Customs and Editorial.Rockstar states that its energy drinks are the world’s most powerful, providing an incredible energy boost for those who lead active and exhausting lifestyles, from athletes to rock stars. Rockstar sponsors a lot of events like Surf, Skate, Snow, MX, BMX, Off-Road, MotoGP, Rally, Wake, MMA, Bull Riding, Bands, DJs, Live Music and has already […]
In 1995 Mike Hanlon, with brother Tim, started Mean Street Products with the goal of designing and producing the best American made billet forks. Cutting edge style and exceptional quality made Mean Street the first brand choice by the most respected custom builders around the world for the most acclaimed custom motorcycles. In addition, Mike […]
New Harley-Davidson Women’s Primitive Mesh Jacket And Half Helmet
Published by May 6th, 2012 in Editorial and Merchandise.Built to beat the summer heat, the new women’s Primitive Mesh Jacket (starting at $140) features allover 100 percent polyester mesh construction for maximum airflow. For increased comfort in warm weather, built-in pockets accept accessory hydration packs that deliver extra evaporative cooling. 3M™ Scotchlite™ Reflective Material provides superior reflectivity in low-light conditions, while three available […]
Drag Specialties Diamond-Head Mirrors.
Published by May 5th, 2012 in Controls, Customs and Editorial.The law says you are supposed to have a set on your motorcycle. So, make them functional in size, but not too big to the point where they would destroy the good looks of your bars/controls. The head-size of these Diamond-Head mirrors measures only 5” wide x 2 ½” high, which means they still work […]
2012 Harley-Davidson Art Of Custom Promo Video
Published by May 5th, 2012 in Builders, Editorial and Videos.The Bands Of The 2012 Sturgis Rally At The Legendary Buffalo Chip
Published by May 4th, 2012 in Editorial and Events.Epicenter of the music scene during the Sturgis Rally, the Buffalo Chip’s Wolfman Jack Stage will host again some of the biggest names. A one-of-a-kind feeling in front of this legendary South Dakota stage. Pick your music fix by choosing your preferred band and requesting your passes at Buffalo Chip Bands.
Harley-Davidson New Skull & Chain Collection
Published by May 4th, 2012 in Builders, Customs and Editorial.Smokey Chrome Air Cleaner Trim (P/N 61400049, $64.95) is one of the new items now available in this eight-piece collection from Harley-Davidson® Genuine Motor Accessories®. Contrasting 3-D chain rims the surface and surrounds the distinctive Willie G Skull with black-filled eyes and a rhinestone-encrusted jaw line. The Skull & Chain Collection in Smokey Chrome also […]
After reading this article, you will want to do this Motion Induced Blindness Test. In an accident, wherein a speeding car hits a slower moving vehicle coming from the side, the speeding car drivers often swear that they just didn’t see the vehicle coming from the left or right. Well, they aren’t lying. They really […]
Not many industry vendors continue to produce a print catalog of their products. Among the very few who never stopped showing their products on paper is Pro-One, and this since 1989. In it, new billet aluminum custom parts for both American and Metric bikes, mirrors, blade levers, bagger fuel Doors, tank panels, engine covers and […]
Harley-Davidson Celebrates Women Riders in Latin America and the Caribbean During International Female Ride Day
Published by May 3rd, 2012 in Builders, Editorial and Events.This May, Harley-Davidson honors women riders across the globe by inviting them to join Women Riders Month events. During the month of May, hundreds of women riders from Latin America to the Caribbean will join thousands of other women in countries around the world to showcase their passion for the sport of motorcycling during the […]
