Indian Motorcycle® announced that two-tone paint schemes, starting at $19,799, will be offered for the upcoming model year Indian Chief line of motorcycles. The iconic vintage paint palettes were revealed over the weekend for fans of classic motorcycles at Vintage Motorcycle Days 2014, which took place at the Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course in Lexington, Ohio. […]
Archive for July, 2014
Indian Motorcycle Reveals Two-Tone Paint Schemes For 2015 Chief Models
Published by July 13th, 2014 in Builders, Editorial and Events.The 70’s Bars Are Back. The Waybacks By Nash.
Published by July 13th, 2014 in Controls, Customs and Editorial.As Nash Motorcycle Company, the boys heard your pleas, and are bringing you their interpretation of the 70’s style pullback bars. The new Waybacks mimic the shape and style of their Looky-Looky bars but with a tweak to make them look like the bars so synonymous with the seventies choppers. Available raw or chrome, with […]
The Slingshot By Polaris. To Be Revealed July 27th.
Published by July 12th, 2014 in Builders, Editorial, Events and Videos.With the slogan “Ignite Your Senses”, Polaris is about to launch The Slingshot on July 27th. The company states that “The Slingshot connects both driver and passenger to the sights, sounds, and smells of the open road. It will make you feel the rush of pavement under your seat and in your chest.” Via 2 teaser […]
S&S Cycle 2nd Annual T124 Engine Demo Days. At Sturgis Dragway August 5-6.
Published by July 12th, 2014 in Customs, Editorial and Engines.For the second year, S&S Cycle is organizing the T124 Engine Demo Days. If you are at least 21 years old with a valid license, you will be able to demo the S&S 124” engine bike on the Sturgis Dragway located 20523 79 in Sturgis is open to licensed drivers 21 years of age or […]
Extended Cable/Line Install Kits For 2014 Harley-Davidson Models With Batwing Fairing
Published by July 11th, 2014 in Controls, Customs and Editorial.Burly Brand continues to grow their extended cable/line kits and recently launched a package for the 2014 HD Rushmore touring models. Each kit includes all the components necessary to install tall bars on your Street Glide or other batwing faired baggers. Burly’s cable kits are designed for 13” or 15″ Apehangers, include bar length specific […]
Shot in & around Ventura, California these brothers split their spare time between riding motorcycles and surfing waves. A culture where man builds with his own hands and the only thing that counts is living in the moment. It is produced to promote a website and brand called Desillusion paying tribute to today’s youth.
Sturgis 6th Annual Biker Belles Celebration Is Tuesday August 5, 2014
Published by July 11th, 2014 in Editorial and Events.The Sturgis Biker Belles Celebration is a day for real women who ride or want to, of women riding stories, of women having fun together. Presented by Harley-Davidson, the day begins at the Lodge in Deadwoodwith an inspiring symposium of leading industry women, including Cat Hammes, motivational speaker and safety expert, Diva Amy Skaling, Team […]
Old School Ribbed Primary Cover For Softail Twin Cam Models
Published by July 10th, 2014 in Customs, Driveline and Editorial.Nothing wrong with the Harley factory primary cover of its Softail Twin Cam models. Except it’s somewhat boring with a “flat” design that has been used since so many years. If you want to add some bad-ass character and old school styling to the left side of your recent Softail, the Snatch cover is an […]
Harley-Davidson Is Recalling 66,421 Touring and CVO Touring Motorcycles 2014 Model Year . Will The Stock Get Punished?
Published by July 10th, 2014 in Builders, Editorial and Events.A total of 66,421 Touring and CVO Touring motorcycles from the 2014 model year are recalled because their front wheels can lock up without warning. These motorcycles with antilock brake system were built between July 1, 2013, and May 7, 2014. Harley-Davidson says the front brake line can get pinched between the fuel tank and […]
A local father put his 3 year old daughter to bed, told her a story and listened to her prayers which ended with her saying, in that sweet little voice, “God bless Mommy, God bless Daddy, God bless Grandma and good-bye Grandpa.” The father asked, ‘Why did you say good-bye Grandpa?’… The little girl said, […]
Café Racers: Speed, Style, and Ton-Up Culture. The Absolute Reference Book.
Published by July 9th, 2014 in Books, Builders, Customs and Editorial.If you didn’t visit Paul d’Orleans’ and Michael Lichter’s exhibition in Sturgis last year, and even if you did, the just released hardcover book “Cafe Racers, Speed, Style and Ton Up Culture” is a must own if you like the Café Racers genre. 224 pages of rich photography by Michael Lichter complemented by the writing […]
New S&S EZ Fuel Injection Loader. Do It Yourself And Save.
Published by July 9th, 2014 in Editorial.You no longer need to invest in an expensive fuel injection tuning device or spend tons of money on costly Dyno tuning. For under $200 you can own the S&S EZ Loader that allows you to select and load S&S Cycle developed and Dyno proven tune files into your ECM. These calibrations were developed exclusively […]
2015 Harley-Davidson Lineup Will See The Return Of A Fully Updated Road Glide And The Introduction Of A New Trike Model. Absent in the 2014 model year lineup, the Harley-Davidson Road Glide is set to make a return as a 2015 model with important styling revisions. A very popular model with the Street Glide, the […]
Breaking News. CEO Of S&S Cycle George B. Smith Retires. Becomes Chairman Emeritus.
Published by July 8th, 2014 in Editorial and Events.Effective July 15, 2014 George B. Smith (71), current Chairman of the Board and CEO of S&S Cycle, will retire from regular involvement and become Chairman Emeritus. In his new role, he will continue to work with the S&S Cycle Board of Directors on strategic initiatives and other critical issues. With Smith’s retirement John McGinnis, […]
Dottie Is Ready To Ride Coast To Coast In The 2014 Cannonball Endurance Run
Published by July 8th, 2014 in Builders, Editorial and Events.The Cannonball Endurance Run has already proven that antique motorcycles can be put to the ultimate test of being ridden coast to coast across the United States. The 2014 edition will start September 5 from Daytona Beach, FL for a 2-week 4150 miles ride arriving September 21 in Tacoma, WA. And, as you can imagine, […]
Harley-Davidson just unveiled the Harley-Davidson Case knife collection in collaboration with W.R. Case & Sons Cutlery Company, America’s foremost manufacturer of hand-crafted pocket knives. This collection marks the first time that Harley-Davidson has partnered on a traditional pocket knife line. The Harley-Davidson Case knife collection is available right now and features several families, each featuring high-quality handles and […]
Sturgis Buffalo Chip Top Builder Competition In Partnership With Hot Bike Magazine On August 5, 2014
Published by July 8th, 2014 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.Two bike shows will combine, but only one ultimate winner will emerge. The Sturgis Buffalo Chip® and Hot Bike Magazine converge to roll out one big, bad bike show. Finalists from the Buffalo Chip online bike show competition in the “Kinetik Pro Audio” and “Adventure Power” Classes will be part of the Hot Bike Magazine’s Sailor Jerry […]
Outtalimit Bagger. Out Of This World.
Published by July 7th, 2014 in Builders, Customs and Editorial.I have known Fred Kodlin since the beginning of the 90’s, competing with him in bike shows, from Daytona to Sturgis. He imposed a custom style that everybody can identify at first glance, making him one of the most recognized builders in Europe, in the USA and beyond. A style characterized by extreme body work […]
Bonneville Motorcycle Speed Trials Set For August 23-28, 2014
Published by July 6th, 2014 in Builders, Editorial and Events.The six-day event during which motorcyclists compete for their place in history with national and world records will be held Aug. 23-28. “The Bonneville Motorcycle Speed Trials“, also known as the AMA Land Speed Grand Championships, is one of the most unique competition events that they sanction,” said AMA Track Racing Manager Ken Saillant. “Land-speed […]
Harley Street 750 And 500. The Street Is Where I …
Published by July 6th, 2014 in Builders, Editorial and Videos.New Harley-Davidson Rear Fender System For 2014 Touring Models
Published by July 5th, 2014 in Chassis, Customs, Editorial and Electrical.Tighten up and brighten up the tail of a 2014 Harley-Davidson Touring motorcycle with this Rear Fender System (P/N 59500246, $999.95) from Harley-Davidson® Genuine Motor Parts and Accessories. Originally featured on CVO™ Touring models, this kit includes a fender and fascia to smoothly blend the shape of the rear fender into the saddlebags and hide […]
The Quickloader. The Ultimate Ratchet Tie Down?
Published by July 5th, 2014 in Accessories and Editorial.Most motorcycle accidents happen inside a trailer. And the cost of a bike falling or rubbing against a 2-wheel traveling partner is always very stiff. The Quickloader is safer than your average alternative tie down, offers automatic retractibility and a unique release handle. A video demo.
Nothing wrong with custom bikes using only bolt-on parts. When these parts are the right ones… Except a small modification of the factory 2.1 gallon fuel tank, it follows the look that nods to chopper custom motorcycles of the 70’s with a touch of Japanese influence (ape hangers from Easyriders Japan, solid chrome wheels, trumpet […]
“The real voyage of discovery consists not in seeking new landscapes, but in having new eyes” Marcel Proust
In the comments section, on different features I published, some of you have mentioned the Iron Butt riders. But I realize that most of you don’t know what is The Iron Butt Association (IBA). First, let me mention that the Iron Butt Association is a very loose knit group of about 50,000 members around the world […]
Did You Step Up Your Bike Performance With S&S Cycle Products? Show How On Facebook And Win Prizes.
Published by July 3rd, 2014 in Customs, Editorial, Engines and Events.S&S Cycle just started The “Step Up Contest And Giveaway.” All bikers in the v-twin community are invited to send to pictures and details of the S&S performance upgrades that they have performed to their motorcycles. How did you step up to the performance game may be illustrated by pictures showing your bike with S&S […]
