The line between what is legally a Motorcycle or a Car is getting blurry with the expansion of a new category of vehicles now called AutoCycles. The difference between a car and a motorcycle seemed to be clear. You sit in a car with 4 wheels and a steering wheel. You sit on a motorcycle […]
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Government Trying To Establish New Regulations To Determine What Is A Motorcycle Versus A Car.
Published by April 2nd, 2015 in Builders, Editorial and Events.Harley-Davidson Burst Collection Trim Rings for Headlamp And Auxiliary Lamps
Published by April 2nd, 2015 in Customs and Electrical.Nail the last detail in a Dark Custom effort with the new Burst Collection Lamp Trim Rings from Harley-Davidson® Genuine Motor Parts & Accessories. Both the Burst Headlamp Trim Ring (P/N 61400149, $139.95) and the Burst Auxiliary Lamp Trim Rings (P/N 61400255, $199.95) feature a rich, black anodized finish that is machined to expose highlights of […]
Why We Ride Films Kicks Off Crowd Funding Campaign for New Documentary “I Am Sturgis”
Published by April 2nd, 2015 in Events and Videos.You all know that this year marks the 75th Anniversary of the Sturgis Motorcycle Rally. This summer, an estimated 1,000,000 riders will be making the journey to the Black Hills of South Dakota for this anniversary rally celebration. If ever there was a time to make an epic documentary about this great motorcycle gathering, it […]
Not Justin Bieber. Sturgis Buffalo Chip® Reveals Real Bands Following April Fools Prank.
Published by April 2nd, 2015 in Events.Fans of the Sturgis Buffalo Chip® can now rest at ease knowing the shocking news delivered early this morning that Justin Bieber would be joining the venue’s 2015 festival lineup was merely an April Fools’ joke. The Buffalo Chip, with my complicity, let the public’s imagination run wild for hours and is now letting the […]
New Crusher™ Maverick 2.5˝ Slip-On Mufflers For Most Harley Models
Published by April 1st, 2015 in Customs, Editorial and Exhaust.A new set of 2.5” Slip-On Mufflers from Crusher™, the Performance Division of Küryakyn™, to intensify that classic Harley-Davidson® rumble and upgrade the styling of your Sportster® Dyna® or Softail®. Unlike many slip-ons for cruisers, the latest addition to Crusher’s flagship Maverick series of performance exhaust products preserves a lean, smooth-flowing appearance from headers through […]
Breaking News. Justin Bieber To Rock Sturgis Buffalo Chip 2015 Motorcycle and Music Festival.
Published by April 1st, 2015 in Editorial and Events.The Sturgis Buffalo Chip® is shocking fans by bringing one of the music industry’s newest and brightest rock stars to the world’s largest music festival in motorcycling in 2015. Grammy-nominated worldwide singing sensation Justin Bieber will take the Chip’s main stage by storm to convert bikers to beliebers with his collection of new alternative rock […]
To Be Paid $26,500 Euros By Harley-Davidson To Tour Europe On a 2015 Street Glide. Already More Than 10,000 Applications!
Published by April 1st, 2015 in Builders, Editorial and Events.Dream job, adventure of a lifetime. Being paid 25,000 euros ($26,500) to travel through more than 20 countries on some of Europe’s most exciting routes and breathtaking landscapes. The lucky winnerwill ride a 2015 Street Glide that he (she) will keep at the end of the trip. A professional film crew will accompany the rider […]
Cabarello 2-Up Seat For Harley Sportster
Published by March 31st, 2015 in Customs, Editorial and Seats.A modern take on the Café racer seat for the Harley Sportster, but comfortable enough for two. The new Caballero 2-Up seat is offered in Classic (shown here) or Diamond stitch patterns or Faux Carbon Fiber. Classic and Diamond models feature Solar Reflective Leather in the seating area, helping keep your seat up to 25°F […]
Custom Chrome Europe 2015 Open House
Published by March 31st, 2015 in Customs, Editorial and Events.A new Germany based logistics, distribution (probably the largest warehouse in Europe) and educetion center based in Grolsheim, Germany dedicated exclusively to the needs of servicing and customizing American-made V-Twin motorcycles was the pretext for a huge weekend party to which all Custom Chrome Europe dealers were invited. The event included the introduction by CCE’s […]
Being a “young” (?) baby-boomer, I fell in love at first glance with this Jeep Chief Concept inspired by the full-size, 1970’s era Cherokee. This post to illustrate that the vintage, classic, Old School, Neo-Retro trend (and whatever name you give it) is far from over. From motorcycles to clothing to furniture and to everything. […]
High School Students From The Black Hills Win Big in Donnie Smith Bike Show
Published by March 31st, 2015 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.During last weekend the High school students who participated in the Buffalo Chip Challenge were participating in the Donnie Smith Bike Show in St Paul. Minnesota. They came back home with 2 new trophies.The student-built custom 2014 Indian Chieftain received 1st place in the “The Full Custom/other bagger” class, and the 2014 Harley- Davidson Road […]
Egret. A Tribute Chopper Built By Bill Dodge In Memory Of Close Friend John Green.
Published by March 30th, 2015 in Builders, Customs and Editorial.On Wednesday May 14, 2014 I had to report on the passing of John Green, the producer of all Easyriders Events, the famous winter V-Twin Bike Shows and summer Rodeo Tours. A very gentle and courageous man that I knew well, he was relentless in promoting the talent and business of all builders. Many of […]
On March 24th, Steve McQueen would have celebrated his 85th birthday. Was he an actor who races or a racer who acts? To honor one of the most brilliant actors and racers of our time, Dwight Jon Zimmerman, a best-selling and award-winning author, and Greg Scott, a comic book artist, tell the life story of […]
Vern works hard at the Phone Company but spends two nights each week bowling, and plays golf every Saturday. His wife thinks he’s pushing himself too hard, so for his birthday she takes him to a local strip club. The doorman at the club greets them and says, “Hey, Vern! How ya doing?” His wife […]
Exile Cycles Internal Throttle Assembly And Twist Clutch Now Offered In 2 Sizes
Published by March 28th, 2015 in Controls, Customs and Editorial.Most custom bikes are equipped with an internal throttle to eliminate the throttle housing and hide the cable inside the bars for that super-clean look. Exile Cycles now offers the Internal Throttle with a choice of TWO twist-sleeve diameters. The standard diameter matches that of the stock Harley Davidson plastic throttle sleeve, and works with […]
America’s Queen Of speed Valerie Thompson To Attempt To Break Her Personal Best Record Of 217.7 MPH At Texas Mile
Published by March 28th, 2015 in Editorial and Events.7-time land speed record holder and Texas Mile 200 MPH Club member Valerie Thompson hoping to set new personal best top speed when she returns to Beeville, Texas Match 27-28 for the Texas Mile in an attempt to break her personal best record of 217.7 MPH, and strengthen female racing worldwide. Now with new sponsor […]
Indian Chief Dark Horse. The Edgiest Member Of The Indian® Chief® Line-Up.
Published by March 27th, 2015 in Builders and Editorial.My 1st encounter with the recently launched 2016 model-year Indian Chief Dark Horse was during Daytona Bike Week. It is built upon the successful Indian® Chief® platform and features the same Chief’s powerful 111-cubic-inch Thunder Stroke engine, electronic cruise control, keyless ignition, and ABS braking but it loses the oil cooler, analogue fuel gauge and […]
New S&S TC3 Oil Pump Explained
Published by March 27th, 2015 in Customs, Editorial, Engines and Videos.S&S Cycle tells about what makes the new TC3 oil pumps for 1999-present Harley-Davidson® big twin engines special. Why you should replace your failed stock oil pump with an S&S TC3 oil pump instead of another one just like the one that failed?
South Dakota Speed Limit Raised To 80 mph On Interstate Highways 90 and 29. An amendment to South Dakota Senate Bill 1 passed Tuesday March 24, 2015 changing the speed limit on the state’s two interstate highways. When the new law takes effect on April 1, you’ll legally be able to travel at 80 mph instead […]
From Japanese and globe-trotter custom builder Ken Nagai, these hot-rod inspired gas caps for all those who, like him, consider that details create style. It always been his philosophy to offer a fresh perspective on American motorcycle design. For his line of custom parts, focus is always on adding fine details. Sold with weld on […]
Permanent Harley-Davidson Rally Point To Be Completed For The 2015 Sturgis Rally. Sturgis 2nd Street Renamed Harley-Davidson Way.
Published by March 26th, 2015 in Builders, Editorial and Events.Building on the 75-year agreement that makes Harley-Davidson the rally’s official motorcycle, Harley-Davidson broke ground to start construction of The Harley-Davidson Rally Point, the city’s new permanent year-round space for riders. The Rally Point, at the corner of Main Street and 2nd Street, (renamed Harley-Davidson Way) will include a stage for events, concerts and weddings. […]
S&S Cycle At 2015 Daytona Bike Week
Published by March 26th, 2015 in Builders, Editorial, Engines and Exhaust.After Daytona Bike week where was shot this video, S&S® Cycle is now in Scottsdale for Arizona Bike week (March 25-28) where the company will exhibit its 143″ machine and provide free installation for any S&S Power Tune Performance Exhaust and custom tips for Harley-Davidson Dyna® and Softail® models.
Harley-Davidson Layoffs At Kansas Plant. The Reasons.
Published by March 25th, 2015 in Builders, Editorial and Events.When I announced on March 13th that Harley-Davidson would be laying-off 169 employees or 21.1% of its workforce at its 400,000 sq. ft Kansas facility, I mentioned that the company didn’t elaborate for the decision. Some of you commented that probably Harley intended to replace full time workers with seasonal employees. A few days after […]
A public education video campaign that the TAC (Transport Accident Commission) in running in Australia has provoked negative reactions from a lot of motorcyclists.. If it’s true that a rider can, in some circumstances, avoid a collision thanks to low speed, it remains that in this video, many noticed that the car driver didn’t stop […]
New Ergonomic Harley Softail Jiffy Stand With Extended Boot Tab
Published by March 25th, 2015 in Accessories and Customs.Kick it with ease after installing the new Softail® Ergonomic Jiffy Stand (P/N 50000091, $99.95) from Harley-Davidson® Genuine Motor Parts and Accessories. A ball-tipped extension is shaped to simplify locating the boot tab, making it easier to swing the jiffy stand into its deployed and retracted positions. The move feels more natural and adds confidence […]
