The AMA Motorcycle Hall of Fame is pleased to announce that motorcycle inventor, designer, racer and Hall of Famer Craig Vetter, will be the featured guest at its annual AMA Motorcycle Hall of Fame Breakfast at Daytona, on Friday, March 14, at 7:00 a.m., at the Daytona 500 Club on the infield at Daytona International Speedway. “Craig […]
Archive for January, 2014
Craig Vetter Will Host Daytona Hall Of Fame Event
Published by January 14th, 2014 in Editorial and Events.I can’t start a feature about this ultra custom FXR style bike without writing a few lines about the original Harley FXR (1982-994) It was the first model that Harley engineers were allowed to conceive (instead of the design department) and the best they could build using the best computer programs of the time. Main […]
Sudco Keihin FCR Performance Carburetor Kits for Harley-Davidson & American V-Twins
Published by January 12th, 2014 in Customs, Editorial and Engines.Keihin FCR Carburetors are used in 4-stroke motorcycle racing for the performance gains they provide thanks to their precise metering, high flowing flat slide throttle design and adjustable accelerator pump for quick response. The motorcycle carburetor experts at Sudco International have put together a complete line of easy bolt-up Keihin FCR 39 and 41mm Performance […]
Search For A Champion. You Can Vote Now For Those Who Will Receive A Total Of $125,000 In Racing Sponsorship.
Published by January 12th, 2014 in Editorial and Events.Who deserves to be a Champion® sponsored rider/driver in 2014? For the 3rd year in a row, Champion Spark Plugs is ready to award $125,000 in racing sponsorships to 15 asphalt, dirt, water or snow racers. 15 Racers will win $5,000 Champion® sponsorships and move on to compete for the Grand Prize sponsorship of $50,000. […]
Harley-Davidson Plug-and-Play Kit Replaces A Boom! Box 4.3 With Bigger Screen And More Features
Published by January 11th, 2014 in Accessories, Customs and Electrical.Ride with the ultimate in ear-pleasing, GPS-guided Boom!™ Box technology by installing the Boom!™ Box 6.5GT Radio Kit (P/N 76000511, $1,799.95) from Harley-Davidson® Genuine Motor Parts and Accessories. This kit is a plug-and-play upgrade for 2014 Harley-Davidson® Electra Glide® Ultra Classic® or Street Glide® motorcycle models factory-equipped with the Boom!™ Box 4.3 infotainment system. Features […]
The Photography Of Josh Kurpius At Harley-Davidson Museum
Published by January 11th, 2014 in Editorial and Events.A new exhibit named “Living Lost” featuring the photographic work of Josh Kurpius will debut at the Harley-Davidson Museum on January 17th. “Josh’s photos embody the freedom and independence that is the very essence of Harley-Davidson,” says Bill Davidson, vice president of the Harley-Davidson Museum. “His photographs give visitors a look into a world of […]
MidAmerica Motorcycles’ 23rd Annual Antique Motorcycle Auction and Races This Weekend January 9-11, 2014 In Las Vegas
Published by January 10th, 2014 in Builders, Editorial and Events.The 23rd Las Vegas Antique Motorcycle Auction and Races features 600 vintage and classic Motorcycles With special Guests Jean Davidson and John Davidson, family historians of the Harley-Davidson Empire. Held at the South Point Hotel and Casino, the event boastsclassic and antique motorcycles from prize collections around the world from brands like Triumph, Vincent, Ducati, Indian, […]
No Ramp Necessary To Load Your Bike. Best Ever Open Trailer?
Published by January 10th, 2014 in Editorial.Like me, during rallies, you must have observed in hotel parking lots the amazing acrobatic performance of some bikers loading their motorcycle(s) on open trailers…Some of their stunts ending up in bike or pulling vehicle damage. So, when I was made aware of the Ramp Free motorcycle trailers where the bike always stay at ground […]
Jessi. The New Woman Of Harley-Davidson By Artist David Uhl.
Published by January 10th, 2014 in Editorial and Painters.Every 2 years, artist David Uhl adds a new painting to his Women of Harley-Davidson collection. The series started in 1998 with “Ruby”, followed by Ruth, Evelyn, Stella, Rose, Gloria, Pearl, Betty and now “Jessi”, featured here for the 1st time. “Jessi” was inspired by the WAVES of WWII, women who proudly served in the […]
Kuryakyn Has A New Chairman And New President
Published by January 9th, 2014 in Editorial and Events.Company founder Tom Rudd takes over as Chairman of Küryakyn (MAG Group), while V-Twin industry veteran Holger Mohr (pictured) moves into the President’s position. In his new role, Tom will focus on his primary passion, R&D and bringing creative new products to the powersports industry. This well-deserved appointment comes after nearly 25 years of visionary […]
Indian Motorcycle Rumbles Into Washington DC At This Weekend Progressive International Motorcycle Show
Published by January 9th, 2014 in Builders, Editorial and Events.The Washington DC Progressive International Motorcycle Show (IMS) kicks off tomorrow Friday January 10 at 3 p.m. During all weekend Indian Motorcycle will showcase for the 1st time in the nation’s capital its entire 2014 Indian Chief models lineup, organize a series of events and will offer a $1000 military incentive on all bikes to […]
Built in a garage by an Austrian engineer who never did any serious professional custom bike building before, this beautiful 1976 CB250 was bought on eBay for less than $400. Of course, price was justified by its terrible condition. But the result you see proves that with time, patience, method and the desire to learn […]
Did You Know? In 1974 Mike Corbin Established An Electric Motorcycle Land Speed Record Of 165.397 MPH.
Published by January 9th, 2014 in Editorial.From The Electric Garage. In 1974 Mike Corbin (from Corbin Seats & m0re) set the Electric Motorcycle Land Speed Record at Bonneville with “Quicksilver”, a bike that, in 1972 set the previous Land Speed Record running lead/acid batteries. The 1974 record of 165.397MPH stood for over 30 years. ‘Quicksilver” was running silver-zinc batteries, thus the […]
A little boy goes to his father and asks ‘Daddy, how was I born?’ The father answers, ‘Well, son, I guess one day you will need to find out anyway! Your Mom and I first got together in a chat room on Yahoo. Then I set up a date via e-mail with your Mom and […]
Save The Famous Johnny’s Bar & Grill Of Hollister, California.
Published by January 8th, 2014 in Editorial and Events.Flash back. In 1947 Wino Willie and his Boozefighter’s came to Hollister, CA for the 4th of July Gypsy Tour Races. They cut loose in town after the races and one the guys drove through Johnny’s Bar & Grill on his motorcycle. They were a little bit rowdy but the mayhem that was depicted in […]
Corbin New Solo & Pillion Seat For Harley-Davidson Softail Breakout Models
Published by January 8th, 2014 in Customs, Editorial and Seats.Corbin’s seating platform conforms to the shape of your body for maximum support and more square inches of body contact. Corbin’s neutralized seating also helps to curb sliding in the saddle which greatly reduces rider fatigue. Inside, the solo and pillion are built up with exclusive Comfort Cell® foam for a firm, supportive ride that […]
2014 Mission Motorcycles Mission RS. 150 mph. Jay Leno Got The Answers To Your Questions.
Published by January 8th, 2014 in Builders, Editorial and Videos.Mission Motorcycles recently delivered its pre-production limited edition Mission RS sport bike to Jay Leno’s Garage. 40 units only to be delivered summer 2014 with prices from $59,000 to $75,000. 0 to 60 mph in 3 seconds. 10.50 seconds to run the quarter mile. Top speed 150 mph with a single speed reduction gear liquid-cooled […]
Don’t laugh as I did when I met a friend holding the Knuckle iPhone Case. It will not fit very well in your front or back pocket. Or if it does, it may make you very uncomfortable. A fashion accessory that the real bikers will want? Probably not, although you may see a few during the […]
From an elite slate of highly qualified candidates, Motorcycle Industry Council members recently elected Steve Menneto, Larry Little and Sarah Schilke to each serve two-year terms on the MIC Board of Directors. A leader in the powersports industry for nearly 20 years, Menneto was the driving force behind the successful New York dealership, Menneto Powersports. […]
New Ledrie Line of Harley Davidson Saddlebags
Published by January 7th, 2014 in Accessories, Customs and Editorial.Ledrie is a new line of saddlebags in high quality beautiful dark brown sanded leather and finished with a beige lining and chrome buckles. The saddlebags lineup is available for several Harley models, Softail, Dyna, all Sportsters including Sportster 48. To enhance the durability and water resistance all our leather undergoes a special treatment, with […]
Spectro Oils Answer Your Questions. Yellow Metals In Transmission.
Published by January 7th, 2014 in Driveline and Editorial.Question: “Is Spectro Heavy Duty 6-Speed GL-5 transmission oil safe for yellow metals (bearings, bushings) in the transmission? Your data sheet indicates a GL-5 rating. Some discussions, including the Mobil-1 website, state that the additives in GL-5 oils are detrimental to “yellow metal” parts in the transmission. Is your GL-5 transmission oil different?” Answer: “Spectro […]
How To Celebrate Your 70th Birthday? Run The Cannonball And Raise Money To Help Others.
Published by January 7th, 2014 in Editorial and Events.The 2014 Motorcycle Cannonball Endurance Run will start from Daytona Beach on September 5. The coast to coast vintage motorcycle ride will be the most challenging to date. Among the participants, Dottie Mattern, who will be at 70 the oldest woman ever to participate to this event. But Mattern is not a beginner: Aafew years […]
Reorganizational Changes At Polaris Industries Inc. The company is merging its Polaris sales (this announcement has no impact on the Indian and Victory Motorcycles sales force), sales operations, service, corporate marketing and interactive team into a unified global customer excellence team led by Tim Larson, vice president of Global Customer Excellence. The company also announced that […]
The goal of drag racing is pretty basic. Cross the quarter mile first and snag a lower elapsed time (E/T) than your opponent. But the crew at Thunderbike Customs is paid by the hour, not per second that their clients may save while racing a friend on the autobahn. Of course, their work is mainly […]
About 10 years ago Ness introduced the patented Big Sucker™ air cleaner. This new series of air cleaners is using the same technology, but improves it thanks to an inverted filter. This technique maximizes air flow by pulling more air from the face instead of the sides, the traditional way most of today’s air cleaners […]
The Steel Horse Sisterhood Summit. May 2-4, 2013
Published by January 5th, 2014 in Editorial and Events.Lady Road Dog, aka Joan Krenning, CEO of DesignWraps Brands is announcing an all new Summit for women riders on Friday, May 2-Sunday May 4, 2014. The Steel Horse Sisterhood Summit is a 3 day event specifically designed to broaden the skills, knowledge and experiences of women motorcycle riders across the globe. It intends to provide […]
