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 […]
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The New Las Vegas Harley-Davidson Dealership
Published by October 16th, 2014 in Editorial and Events.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 […]
New 2015 Harley-Davidson Parts For Touring And Trike Models
Published by October 12th, 2014 in Accessories, Customs and Editorial.The arrival of a new model year means a host of new Harley-Davidson parts & accessories that have landed in the Big Book and at H-D.com. Here’s 2 of them. New Gloss Black Console Tops Fuel With Dark Custom Style. It is a direct replacement for Chrome Console on Harley-Davidson 2008-later Electra Glide®, Street Glide®, Road Glide® […]
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Can’t Get Financed By Harley-Davidson To Purchase One Of Their Bikes? Lease A Used One From Chrome Capital.
Published by October 11th, 2014 in Builders, Editorial and Events.A company named Chrome Capital of Naples, Florida is offering a new concept that Harley-Davidson’s Financial Unit doesn’t propose. If you don’t qualify for a loan on new Harley model, Chrome Capital will write you a lease on a used one. The company works with about 400 Harley dealers (but not with the Harley-Davidson company) […]
Harley Davidson Seeking Cut In India Import Duty For Better Pricing Of Its Motorcycles. Reduction in import duty on vehicles will open up the Indian market for several players and attract more foreign investment. And of course, Harley-Davidson is very interested in convincing India’s Prime Minister Narendra Modi to reduce these taxes and eliminate most […]
Bob Kay Joins AIMExpo As V-Twin Director. Will Lead Event’s Expansion Into Key Market Segment.
Published by October 10th, 2014 in Editorial and Events.The Marketplace Events Motorcycle Group, producers of the American International Motorcycle Expo (AIMExpo), today announced that Bob Kay has joined their team as V-Twin Director. Bob’s role will be to work closely with the V-Twin industry to develop AIMExpo’s offering for this important market segment beginning with their 2015 event. Bob is a well-known and […]
22nd Annual Daytona Biketoberfest. The Bike Shows.
Published by October 10th, 2014 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.Willie’s Tropical Tattoo. Old Time Chopper Show. Thursday October 16. 825 South Yonge Street in Ormond Beach. The show runs from 11 AM to 4 PM and there are beer, girls, bands, trophy’s and awards. More a Happening than a traditional bike show competition, a meeting place, a gathering of creative old school bikes built mostly […]
Brass is the color of retro. Because many of you ask me where to find such and such brass part to complete the vintage look of their bikes, a new address where you could find the missing brass accessory. They also offer a lot of polish and black finish custom parts. All made in the […]
Nobody knows for sure who and where was invented Chariot Racing. The Chariot could be drawn by up to 4 motorcycles. Reins in the driver’s hands are connected to the handlebars. They were the Ben Hurs of the motor age…
Intermot 2014. Custom Chrome Europe RevTech Engine Equipped Show Winners
Published by October 9th, 2014 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.During the Intermot Show in Cologne, Germany, there is more to see than the AMD World Championship Of Custom Building. A Custom Chrome Europe judges team walk the halls to look for custom motorcycles equipped with their RevTech engines and parts. FYI, more than 30.000 RevTech V-Twin engines (88, 100, 110, 115 and 125”) have […]
A Must Read. EPA Ruling Could Make Or Break The Bank For Millions Of Americans
Published by October 9th, 2014 in Editorial.By former Senator Wayne Allard (1997-2009, Colorado) and Charles T. Drevna (President of the American Fuel & Petrochemical Manufacturers) More than nine months past deadline, we’re still awaiting the EPA’s 2014 ruling on the Renewable Fuel Standard (RFS)—an outdated policy requiring refiners to annually blend increasing volumes of biofuels like ethanol into domestic gasoline. While […]
Ural Teases A New Limited Edition Sidecar. Video.
Published by October 9th, 2014 in Builders, Editorial and Videos.Ural Motorcycles will soon unveil a special edition machine, probably another fully loaded sidecar with a traditional 749cc air-cooled fuel injected 4-stroke boxer engine, a square cylinder architecture (3.1” bore and stroke), capable of delivering 41 horsepower at 5,500 revs and 42 lb-ft (57 Nm) of torque at 4,300 rpm. The name of the project […]
Modern technology meets classic styling in these 8mm Suppression Core Cloth Spark Plug Wire Sets. They are cotton-braided and lacquered, but have a modern suppression core conductor with silicone insulation for top performance and heat resistance. Each set consists of a full 48″ of 8mm plug wire with finned, rubber, 90-degree spark plug boots, as […]
Harley-Davidson And “Sons of Anarchy” Fans Gear Up For The Final Ride. Will Hand Over The Keys To A 2015 Harley-Davidson Motorcycle.
Published by October 8th, 2014 in Builders, Editorial and Events.To celebrate Sons of Anarchy” (“SOA”) show’s finale, Harley-Davidson is offering one lucky fan a 2015 “SOA” customized motorcycle and a special viewing party at his hometown Harley-Davidson dealership hosted by stars of the show Kim Coates and Theo Rossi “The last seven seasons have been a hell of a ride,” said Dino Bernacchi, U.S. […]
Should Fuel Stabilizer be used during winter months while riding or just for storage? Question. I have a 2003 RoadKing. I live in NY. I had my bike stored in the garage w/ a full tank and added your Spectro Fuel Stabilizer. I took the bike out for a long Ride and It ran beautifully! […]
Drag Specialties Seats For Harley FL And Victory Crossroad And Cross Country Models
Published by October 7th, 2014 in Customs, Editorial and Seats.For Harley FL Models. This new solo seat with optional EZ Glide backrest system are made with solar-reflective leather and automotive-grade vinyl to reduce the surface temperature by as much as 25°F, feature a flexible urethane foam interior for maximum comfort, and are compatible with EZ Glide II™ backrests (sold separately). They come with two […]
