Veteran actor Michael Madsen, a pal of Dennis Hopper that he met while making the Quentin Tarantino-produced biker movie ‘Hell Ride, was so outraged when he read the LA Times story about the sale for 1.35 million (1.62 million with auction fees) of the reportedly authentic Captain America motorcycle used in the “Easy Rider” movie, […]
Archive for October, 2014
Dennis Hopper, From His grave, Is Telling You. “That Ain’t The Captain America’ bike.”
Published by October 21st, 2014 in Editorial and Events.First Indian Roadmaster Trike By Roadsmith
Published by October 21st, 2014 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.Following on the heels of Roadsmith’s already popular Indian Chieftain trike, the Minneapolis company unveils the new Indian Roadmaster trike with the addition of its large trunk, passenger backrest, adjustable floorboards and heated seat, promising the larger storage capacity and passenger comfort necessary for serious two-up trike touring. Known for their many original innovations in […]
Progressive Suspension New ULTRA-LOW Shocks For Harley Touring Models
Published by October 21st, 2014 in Customs, Editorial and Suspension.New for the Harley FL platform, Progressive Suspension introduces the ULTRA LOW version of their 944 series Harley touring shocks. Designed to sit 2” lower than a stock HD Touring model (1” lower on a Street Glide), the brand new 944 ULTRA-LOW is the lowest version of Progressive Suspension’s 944 Series shocks. Want your bike […]
Harley-Davidson Third Quarter Earnings Beat Expectations But Revenue Misses Forecast.
Published by October 21st, 2014 in Builders, Editorial and Events.Harley-Davidson Inc. (HOG) this Tuesday morning October 21, 2014 reported net income of $150.1 million in its third quarter. On a per-share basis, the Milwaukee-based company said it had profit of 69 cents versus 73 cents a share, a year ago. The results topped Wall Street expectations. The average estimate of analysts was for earnings […]
Yuri Shif Celebrates The 30th Anniversary Of The World Premiere Of The Terminator Movie
Published by October 20th, 2014 in Builders, Customs and Editorial.That you like or despise theme custom motorcycles, you must respect and admire the fabrication skills and dedication demonstrated by Belarus/Russia custom builder Yuri Shif. Like most his of his compatriots of East Europe, especially from Poland, Lithuania & yes Ukraine, Shif is into over-extreme bikes characterized by complicated steel and aluminum structures. Terminator, his […]
The Reportedly Authentic Easy Rider Movie “Captain America” Chopper Sold For $1.3 Million At Auction
Published by October 20th, 2014 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.Michael Eisenberg, owner of the reportedly only original and authentic Captain America chopper still existing from the Pop Culture Easy Rider movie was auctioned this last weekend in Calabasas for US $1.3 million. The story of the “Captain America” bikes (at least 2 versions of the motorcycle have been used in the movie) is a […]
Harley Color-Matched Vented Fairing Lowers For 2014 Later Road King And Street Glide Models
Published by October 19th, 2014 in Chassis, Customs and Editorial.You can now add adjustable comfort and custom style to your 2014 and later Harley Road King or Street Glide Models using these Color-Matched Vented Fairing Lowers (P/N 57100257 Painted $699.95; P/N 57100258 Unpainted $449.95.) They feature an adjustable venting system that controls the amount of air circulating across the engine. On hot days, the […]
Seen At Daytona Biketoberfest (Part 2)
Published by October 18th, 2014 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.Before this fad dies (it’s already dying…), the type of ultra baggers flashing at you when you walk the different bike shows. Not at all my taste, but I am pretty certainthe builders and owners are very proud and happy.
Greg’s Custom Cycles introduces the Wicked Horn Cover as the newest addition to his tough, Deepsickness brand of custom accessories. Make a statement with this 3-pointed fiberglass design offering a quick, edgy update to your ride. Greg’s Wicked Horn Cover fits all Harley’s® with a standard cowl bell horn cover. Hand-laid fiberglass construction, gel coated, […]
2014 American International Motorcycle Expo Opens In Orlando With More Than 500 Exhibitors
Published by October 17th, 2014 in Editorial and Events.For its second edition, the American International Motorcycle Expo (AIMExpo) – October 16 to 19 -has reached the landmark 500-exhibitor mark with a 50-percent larger floor space inside the Orlando Orange County Convention Center. The expansion is highlighted by the inclusion of eight original equipment manufacturers (OEM), each of who will provide global and North […]
Custom Radius Fork Tube Caps And Steering Stem Bolts For 39 MM Narrow Glide
Published by October 17th, 2014 in Controls, Customs and Editorial.Details, details…Tighten up the appearance of your 39 mm narrow glide front end with these 2 sets of hardware. A set of Radius Fork Tube Caps ($74.95) and a set of Radius Stem Bolts ($39.95). Precision machined, steel with the square broach accepting any standard 3/8″ drive ratchet for easy install. Run the full set […]
Danish custom motorcycle builder Wrenchmonkees worked with Swedish bag brand Sandqvist to design and produce this functional motorcycle bag pack. Made of black heavy, very durable 18oz cotton canvas with details in black tooling leather. Roll top closure with adjustable shoulder straps that can be concealed in a pocket on the back. The bag has […]
Voted best joke in Ireland… John O’Reilly hoisted his beer and said, “Here’s to spending the rest of me life between the legs of me wife !” That won him the top prize at the pub for the best toast of the night ! He went home and told his wife, Mary, “I won the […]
Halloween Special. S&S Cycle Frankenstein Engines. A Few Still Available.
Published by October 16th, 2014 in Customs, Editorial and Engines.For the month of October, S&S Cycle is once again offering paranormal prices on monstrous Frankenstein engines, in honor of Halloween. They’re built with first quality, non-current components so you save a bundle! Just the thing for a budget performance upgrade or a custom build. Grab yours today! Quantities are limited – when they’re gone, […]
The New Las Vegas Harley-Davidson Dealership
Published by October 16th, 2014 in Editorial and Events.As announced last week, the new Las Vegas Harley dealership has opened on the famed Las Vegas Strip, steps away from the Welcome to Las Vegas sign at 5191 S. Las Vegas Boulevard. The new store will commemorate its grand opening with an all day celebration and custom motorcycle raffle on Saturday, Nov. 1. The s65,000-square-foot […]
An editorial cartoon by long time subscriber Paul Jamiol on the bio fuel industry’s push for higher ethanol blends in gasoline and that bikers should be concerned. Exclusive for Cyril Huze Post.
2014 Biketoberfest. 3 Bike Shows At Bruce Rossmeyer’s Destination Daytona.
Published by October 15th, 2014 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.In addition to the bike shows I announced HERE last week, Bruce Rossmeyers’s Daytona is hosting 3 bike shows starting tomorrow Thursday October 16 (photography @H. Roesler of Covington Cycles custom bagger) Thursday – October 16. Full Throttle Magazine Ride-in Show. 9:00-11:00 am. Registration. Awards 1:00 pm Southern Biker Magazine – Ladies Ride-In. 2:00-4:00 pm Registration. Awards 5:00 pm Friday – […]
Not much I know about this custom X1 Lightning, a Buell model produced between 1999 and 2002 when it succeeding the better known S1 Lighting. It was rebuilt in Italy by a shop called Sartorie Meccaniche whose philosophy or manifesto is “We believe in beauty and noisy twins…” Named Belva (meaning Wild Beast) it’s another […]
2015 New Designs From Metalsport Wheels
Published by October 15th, 2014 in Customs, Editorial and Wheels.The Bridge Wheel (on the left). Comes in sizes 16” to 32”. Finish: Black with 2nd Cut to make polishing reappear. The impression Wheel. Comes in sized 16” to 30”. Finishes: all black or chrome. More info at Metalsport Wheels. 562-776-9594
OCC Chopper To Be Raffled To Benefit Military Disappears. So Does OCC’s Client.
Published by October 15th, 2014 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.I had several times the opportunity to warn you about some motorcycle raffle events where nothing is raffled. Here is another example. Dave Goodwin Jr. from Amarillo, Texas, owner of “Goody’s World Famous Pop Corn”. commissioned Paul Teutul Senior to custom build a chopper with a theme incorporating his popcorn shop (!) and the military. […]
Motorcycling Celebrities At 2014 Orlando AIMExpo
Published by October 15th, 2014 in Builders, Editorial and Events.Check out who’s going to be at the 2014 Orlando AIMExpo. Autograph & photo opportunities… For Industry Trade & Media. Indoor Exhibits. Thursday, October 16 – 10am-6pm. Friday, October 17 – 9am-6pm. Saturday, October 18 – 9am-7pm. Sunday, October 19 – 9am-5pm. AIMExpo Outdoors. Thursday, October 16 – 10am-5pm. Friday, October 17 – 9am-5pm. Saturday, October […]
Harley-Davidson H-D1 Fit Shop. To Choose The Right Seat To Please Your Butt
Published by October 14th, 2014 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Seats.Because we all have different sizes and shapes, choosing a motorcycle seat, as is the task of choosing new bars, is the most difficult thing to do. In the old West a saddle was a cowboy’s most valued piece of gear. Carefully selected for fit and features, worn and molded to provide all-day comfort, a […]
The annual october motorcycle rally in Daytona Beach gets underway this coming Thursday. Biketoberfest is a key tourist draw in the otherwise slow autumn season. Having attended all the previous editions, I have witnessed the event struggling to grow since 2008 in the face of national economic woes, changing demographics and other competing motorcycle events […]
2014 Orlando AIMExpo. Free Rockabilly Concert With “Stray Cats” Bassist Lee Rocker And Band Saturday October 18.
Published by October 14th, 2014 in Editorial and Events.The Ace Cafe, in conjunction with legendary powersports brands Bell Helmets, Kawasaki, Metzeler, AIMExpo, and MOTOTV, have jointly announced that “Stray Cats” bassist Lee Rocker and his band will perform a free concert on Saturday, October 18, just outside of the AIMExpo show floor at Orlando’s Orange County Convention Center (OCCC). As the doors close […]
2014 World Championship Of Bike Building. The Top Winners.
Published by October 13th, 2014 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.The 11th annual AMD World Championship Of Bike Building was held during the INTERMOT expo in Cologne, Germany (October 1- 5). There were 5 custom bike classes. The now traditional and internationally respected FreeStyle class, from which the 11th annual AMD World Champion Custom Bike Builderwas chosen, plus 4 other classes to recognize specific sectors […]
