They start out being CNC machined from billet aircraft grade aluminum with a recessed knurled surface to ensure the leather will not slide or turn. The leather is laser cut to shape then the pattern embossed. Next the leather is dyed & airbrushed. Finally the grips and leather have bonding agent applied. The leather is […]
Archive for June, 2017
During the months of June and July, test drive a Slingshot at your local dealer and get a $20 pre-paid gift card. Plus, for every test drive completed, Slingshot will make a donation to United Way up to $25,000. Pick your date and Slingshot model you want to test at Schedule A Ride,
Autotalks. A New Bike-To-Vehicle (B2V) Technology to Prevent Motorcycle Accidents.
Published by June 7th, 2017 in Editorial and Videos.A considerable proportion of the drivers involved in an accident with a motorcycle claimed that they did not even see the motorcycle approaching. Motorcycles are characterized by their relatively small size, high speed and maneuverability, which make it difficult to identify them and predict their movements. Autotalks, the world leader in V2X (Vehicle-to-Everything) communication solutions, […]
More than another custom seat for Harley Dyna, this one features triple features high end upholstery with painfully detailed triple stitch sew lines and raised perforated diamond pattern coupled with a unique distressed vinyl. At Roland Sands Design.
Flat Track Racing. Indian Motorcycle Racing And The Scout FTR750 Remain Undefeated After 7 Races.
Published by June 6th, 2017 in Editorial and Racing.Jared Mees’ first place finish now ties him with fellow Indian rider Bryan Smith at the top of the points pole with 152 apiece, and continues Indian’s streak of securing at least two podium placements in each race this season. The Scout FTR750 and Indian Wrecking Crew proved resilient during the first race in which Indian […]
2017 Super Rally In The Czech Republic. May 31-June 4.
Published by June 6th, 2017 in Editorial and Events.Something to know for those who like the story behind all major rallies. The official name ]is the FH-DCE Super Rally®, is a trademark owned by 35,000 members and 120 totally independent Harley clubs from all over Europe. The rally/organization is even the only one in the world allowed to use the name and logo […]
Riding Into motorcycle History
Published by June 5th, 2017 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.On Friday and Saturday, May 19 and 20, 2017, the 18th Annual Riding Into History event took place at the World Golf Village in St. Augustine, Florida. Hundreds of antique, vintage, and custom bikes from all over the country were on display. Faithful reader, master photographer John E. Adams whose work has always involved everything […]
Made To Order Girder Front End And Wheels By Ken Nagai From Ken’s Factory
Published by June 4th, 2017 in Builders, Customs, Editorial, Suspension and Wheels.For the most radical private and professional builders among you looking for high class craftsmanship motorcycle parts, Ken Nagai offers his own made-to-order Girder billet front end in 2, 4, 6 or 8” lengths and produced in the custom finish of your choice. Following his philosophy that “Details Create Style”, Ken also offers one-off like-no-others […]
“Bad News: You’re not going to fit in with everyone. Good News: The great ones never do.” Author Unknown
Harley-Davidson Recalls 45,589 Touring Motorcycles Model Year 2017 For Potential Oil Leak
Published by June 3rd, 2017 in Builders, Editorial and Events.The touring models affected all feature the new Milwaukee-Eight platform. A clamp used to secure the engine oil cooler line may have been improperly installed with a potential for the line for being detached and creating a sudden loss of engine oil. Oil on the rear tire also may result in loss of motorcycle control, […]
High Tech Velocity Stacks With Retro Vibe
Published by June 2nd, 2017 in Customs, Editorial and Engines.Most of Vity’s collection is a CNC machined high end line of custom parts with a retro vibe. Maybe be not very different looking from the competition, but always extremely well produced with a great understanding of the materials used. Like this billet aluminum elegant and sporty line of velocity stacks in raw, polish, brass, […]
Harley-Davidson Teaching An Entire Town How To Ride A Motorcycle
Published by June 2nd, 2017 in Builders and Editorial.A small town of North Dakota named Ryder. Population 84. Qualifying residents across generations, from grandparents to grandchildren, will receive the opportunity to learn the basics of motorcycle riding and experience firsthand how easy – and fun – it can be to learn to ride. An initiative of Harley-Davidson to attract new riders to experience […]
Custom LED Light Front Fender Tip For Your Harley Tourer
Published by June 2nd, 2017 in Chassis, Customs, Editorial and Electrical.A direct replacement for the stock front fender tip light on your 14-17 FLHTCU, FLHTK, and FLHTCUTC models, the strong white LED will give your bike a modern look compliant with both DOT and ECE regulations. This front fender tip light is available with a smoke, clear or amber lens for the suggested retail price […]
Mix the spirit of Harley-Davidson with the one of a Norton racer and you get a HARTON (also called a NORLEY), a superb creation by an Italian custom shop called Stile Italiano. This Cafe Racer uses a Sportster 1200 motor cradled in a custom made featherbed frame. Typical ergonomics and equipment of a racer are […]
Mustang Wide Seats For the Softail Breakout 2013-17
Published by June 1st, 2017 in Customs and Seats.With its stretched styling, low-slung stance, a fat rear tire and drag bars, the Harley Breakout is a quite popular model as an around-town motorcycle. For those looking for a little bit more comfort, Mustang released a line of seats featuring a unique trapezoid stitch pattern on high quality expanded vinyl, engineered to provide truly […]
Visualize What You Want And What You Should Not Want Your Motorcycle To Look Like
Published by June 1st, 2017 in Builders, Customs and Editorial.Jump starting a custom motorcycle design can be done many ways. Even the best professional builders are quite traditional in their approach, feeling and building based on good sense and their multiple experience with all their clients. A pro-builder will also invite you to show what you imagined, accessories, paint job etc. Reason why a […]
