Most of you never heard about the Bjorklund brothers (Mark & Carl) and of their Surper Rat Motorcycles built in Bellingham, WA. By traditional custom motorcycle standards, their work can be considered “heretical” Contraptions following no rules, with metal structures shaped to express the raw nature of a motorcycle. Their creations wear names that only them […]
Archive for November, 2012
Reminder To My US Readers. Change Your Clocks.
Published by November 3rd, 2012 in Editorial and Events.Most of the United States reverts to standard time on the first Sunday in November. Clocks change at 2:00 a.m. local time. It means clocks fall back from 1:59 a.m. to 1:00 a.m. Daylight Saving Time is NOT observed in Hawaii, American Samoa, Guam, Puerto Rico, the Virgin Islands, the Commonwealth of Northern Mariana Islands, […]
Samson Exhaust Is Announcing The introduction Of Their New True Dual Crossover Systems and Powerflow III 2 into 1 With Black End Caps.
Published by November 2nd, 2012 in Customs, Editorial and Exhaust.Offered now with high temperature Sinister Black ceramic coating end caps, it is designed and engineered to deliver 20% or more horsepower and torque. O2 sensor ports accept factory or aftermarket sensors (12 mm or 18mm) Removable full coverage heat shields and removable baffles (6 different baffle options available including the “Decibel Killer”) Made in […]
Veterans Celebration Weekend At The Harley-Davidson Museum. November 10-11.
Published by November 2nd, 2012 in Builders, Editorial and Events.Saturday and Sunday, Nov. 10 and 11 Harley-Davidson will be offering several activities for military, their families and the community to pay tribute and celebrate our nation’s service men and women.”Harley-Davidson has a long history of supporting the military,” said Bill Davidson, Vice President of the Harley-Davidson Museum. “During our annual Veterans Celebration, we host […]
New Wind Splitter Vented Windshield By Harley-Davidson. Wind Tunnel Tested.
Published by November 1st, 2012 in Accessories, Customs and Editorial.The new Wind Splitter Vented Windshield ($424.95) from Harley-Davidson® Genuine Motor Accessories® was developed by Harley-Davidson and tested in the Wichita State University wind tunnel to relieve low pressure behind the windshield and significantly reduce buffeting at the rider position. A fingertip-adjustable center vent matches air flow to the rider’s height and also provides cooling […]
Weight Watcher. A Cafe Racer On Strict Diet.
Published by November 1st, 2012 in Builders, Customs and Editorial.With a spirited motor and a racing stance, Moto Guzzi continues to make beautiful Cafe Racers (Just check their current V7 Racer model.) This one, a 1996 Guzzi V1100 Sport, was customized to look closer to the original style of the 70’s while still respecting the Cafe Racer formula: always adding more performance and a […]
So young and so in love…with a Ducati. She really wants one. Picture taken October 5, 2012 on stand Ducati at Intermot Germany (sent by Mike Chadwick, UK)
Touring Bike Fairing Lining Kit
Published by November 1st, 2012 in Accessories, Customs and Editorial.This easy-to-install kit from Drag Specialties and Hotop Designs includes everything needed to line fairing compartments with a soft, thick, durable fabric. The kit gives your ride a finished, custom look while protecting your sunglasses, GPS, cell phone and other gear from damage on long road trips. Made for 98-13 FLTR/FLTRX models, the pliable, stretchable […]
