An old gentleman lived alone in New Jersey. He wanted to plant his annual tomato garden, but it was very difficult work, as the ground was hard. His only son, Vincent, who used to help him, was in prison. The old man wrote a letter to his son and described his predicament. “Dear Vincent, I am […]
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The Mystique Of The American Road. At The Harley-Davidson Museum.
Published by June 24th, 2014 in Editorial and Events.The Harley-Davison Museum has started a new exhibit “The American Road” which looks at how the road trip became an American ritual. It started in the 1930’s when leisure travel and the open road offered an escape for a small but growing number of affluent Americans. After WWII, in the 50’s and 60’s the road became […]
Question. “Cyril, I am confused. What is Viola V-Twin versus S&S Cycle?” Answer. “Viola is the village in Wisconsin where S&S Cycle is installed since 1969. Viola V-Twin is the service parts side of S&S Cycle whose mission is to provide the bike owners and independent shops with a one stop source for service parts […]
Thunderbike Germany Knows How To Throw A Party…
Published by June 24th, 2014 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.Why We Ride Wins “Best Documentary” At New Media Film Festival
Published by June 24th, 2014 in Editorial, Events and Videos.Why We Ride, the number 1 motorcycle movie in America today, was in competition at the 5th Annual New Media Film Festival in Los Angeles, held June 10-11. Director/Producer Bryan H. Carroll, writer Chris Hampel, and one of the film’s stars Alonzo Bodden attended and participated in a Q&A following a special screening of the […]
Are we going to observe a resurgence of the sidecar? Until the 1950’s sidecars were quite popular because they provided a cheap alternative to passenger cars. Sidecars are generally aftermarket products manufactured by companies independent of those producing the driving motorcycle. So, this type of 3-wheeler vehicle may become a new source of inspiration for […]
Racing A Vintage Indian Scout For The 1st Time. The Story Of Gary Gray, Indian Motorcycles Product Manager.
Published by June 22nd, 2014 in Builders, Editorial and Events.You like vintage motorcycles. You would love the experience of racing one. You can. Just like Gary Gray, Indian Motorcycles Product Manager, did it. Take the time to read his story. Soon, it may be yours… “Placing 6 th on a 1930’s hand shift Indian Sport Scout Bonneville at the 2014 FIM National Championships isn’t […]
Sound Of Harley-Davidson Electric Motorcycle Has Been Improved
Published by June 22nd, 2014 in Builders, Editorial and Videos.Thanks to your feedback, in just a couple of days, Harley-Davidson electric motorcycle sound has been improved. At least in this video…
Daytona Beach Police Department Makes the Switch. Will Use Victory Police Motorcycles Starting This Fall.
Published by June 21st, 2014 in Builders, Editorial and Events.When you will arrive in Daytona for this upcoming Biketoberfest, the Daytona Beach Police Department will be patrolling on Victory® Motorcycles. The Daytona Beach City Commission voted unanimously in May to support the recommendation of Police Chief Michael Chitwood and approve the switch to Victory Police Motorcycles starting Oct. 1, 2014. The police department’s motor […]
S&S Cycle Proven Performance®. The Final Episode. Break Free.
Published by June 21st, 2014 in Customs, Editorial, Engines and Videos.Don’t miss the conclusion of the S&S Proven Performance® video series. In this third and final episode, S&S Cycle main man is running out of time in his quest to Break Free from the repression of the “Stock Corps”. We witness his unwavering resolve to improve the performance of his motorcycle despite the eminent threat […]
Steel Rear Bagger Fenders With Side Panels
Published by June 20th, 2014 in Chassis, Customs and Editorial.Both “Bagger Werks” fenders feature full length side panels that cover strut and saddlebag gaps. Available in smooth finish or with a set of 3 ribs, with or without cutout and license frame. They are designed for 2009-2012 FLHX Street Glide, FLTR Road Glide and FLHR Road King models. If you order the cutout model […]
Charge Station For Harley-Davidson Electric Motorcycles
Published by June 20th, 2014 in Builders, Electrical and Events.Paul Jamiol, famous cartoonist, avid motorcycle rider and faithful reader of my daily news, gifted me with this toon about Harley-Davidson foray into electric motorcycles. Enjoy.
The New Custom 500 Bell Helmet Is Thinner And Sits Lower
Published by June 20th, 2014 in Accessories and Editorial.The Bell’s classic 3/4 500 Bell lid is a classic that many of you, including myself, are wearing. Problem is that we all look like having huge heads…So, the Bell helmet technicians redesigned it with a thin-profile shell allowing the helmet to sit lower on the head. The 500 Custom looks much smaller on your […]
Harley-Davidson Reveals Project Livewire. The First Electric Bike You Will Like?
Published by June 19th, 2014 in Builders, Editorial, Events and Videos.Not yet for sale, Harley-Davidson invites consumers to ride, react and shape the future of this new electric motorcycle. See it, hear it, feel it. H-D Invites is bringing innovation to the street and is inviting everybody to ride and tell them what you think. A 2014 U.S. tour – kicking off with a journey […]
Harley-Davidson. Big Reveal Tomorrow June 19, 2014.
Published by June 18th, 2014 in Builders, Editorial and Videos.A Harley-Davidson teaser video to build anticipation before tomorrow’s announcement. Their latest innovation on Route 66? What did you see? What did you hear? The big reveal is tomorrow morning June 19. What do you think it can be? Tell me your guess in “comments”
Polaris Chairman And CEO Scott Wine To Join Bancorp Board Of Directors
Published by June 18th, 2014 in Editorial and Events.Polaris Industries Inc. (NYSE: PII) announced that Scott W. Wine, its Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, has been elected to serve as a director of U.S. Bancorp (NYSE: USB), effective July 14, 2014. “It is a tremendous honor to join the Board of Directors of U.S. Bancorp, a great banking institution with a stellar reputation […]
2014 Annual “Motorcycle As Art” Sturgis Exhibition At The Buffalo Chip Is “Built For Speed”
Published by June 18th, 2014 in Builders, Customs and Events.The 15th annual Sturgis “Motorcycles as Art” exhibition has for title “Built for Speed” and will be co-curated for the second year in a row by photographer Michael Lichter and Vintagent blogger Paul D’orleans. The exhibit held at the Buffalo Chip will showcase 35 custom motorcycles from around the world (as far away as Japan and […]
How It Is Made. V-Twin Motorcycle Engine.
Published by June 18th, 2014 in Builders, Editorial and Videos.Yes, it looks very easy when built on an assembly line. Much less when you have to do it using shop tools and your bare hands…
Harley-Davidson Recalls Chrome Hand Control Lever Kits
Published by June 18th, 2014 in Builders, Customs and Events.Harley-Davidson is recalling 209 accessory Chrome Hand Control Lever Kits, part number 36700053, intended for use on 2014 Harley Davidson XL Sportster motorcycles. The kits may have an excess of chrome plating on the brake lever which could prevent the full return of the front brake master cylinder piston. If the brake master cylinder piston […]
Find Your Dry Socks In Your Harley RUSHMORE Tour-Pak And Saddlebags
Published by June 17th, 2014 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Electrical.Stop fumbling in the dark with the new Tour-Pak® Luggage and Saddlebag Interior Light Kit (P/N 68000151, $119.95) from Harley-Davidson®. For early-morning packing or the late, dark end of a ride, brilliant white LED lamps illuminate the interior of Tour-Pak and hard saddlebag luggage of the 2014 RUSHMORE Harley-Davidson Touring models. One LED light pod […]
Tonight. Velocity’s “What’s In The Barn” Lends A Hand To The Home Depot Foundation and Wounded Warrior Project
Published by June 17th, 2014 in Builders and Videos.On Velocity’s “What’s In The Barn” episode premiering tonight June 17 at 10 PM ET/PT, host Dale Walksler goes on the hunt for a WWII military bike to help raise funds and awareness for the Wounded Warrior Project in conjunction with The Home Depot Foundation. Dale’s search takes him on a 1,400 mile roundtrip journey […]
A blonde called her boyfriend and said, “Please come over here and help me. I have a killer jigsaw puzzle and I can’t figure out how to get it started.” Her boyfriend asked, “What’s it supposed to be when it’s finished?” The blonde says, “According to the picture on the box, it’s a tiger. ” […]
A Triumph Scrambler In Dirt Bike Clothing
Published by June 16th, 2014 in Builders, Customs and Editorial.This feature for all those among you loving modern classic bikes dressed for track spins, canyon carving and even road day trips. A bike for a great evasion, reminiscent of the Steve McQueen’s iconic Triumph TR6 Trophy in the 1963 film The Great Escape. British Customs decided to buy a stock 2012 Triumph Scrambler and see […]
The 23rd Annual International Ride To Work Day Is Today June 16, 2014
Published by June 16th, 2014 in Editorial and Events.Since 2008, The Ride To Work Day (first event was in 1992) is set for the 3rd Monday of June. So, this year it’s today June 16. Ride to Work is a 501 c4 nonprofit, all-volunteer effort. Riding your motorcycle or scooter on this day is to demonstrate. • The number of motorcyclists to the […]
2014 Harley-Davidson World Ride Is Set For June 22-23
Published by June 15th, 2014 in Builders, Editorial and Events.All Harley riders around the word, H.O.G. members and the others, are invited by Harley-Davidson to take a break from the rat race and hit the open road on June 22-23 for the 2014 Harley-Davidson World Ride. Launched in 2008 by the Harley Owners Group® as Million Mile Monday®, the annual riding event was expanded […]
Electric motorcycles have come a very long way and are now taken very seriously even by the most traditionalist bikers. On the famous and arduous Isle Of Man TT course, Zero winner John Mc Guinness set a new lap record for electric motorcycles, with a time falling under 20 minutes (19’ 17.30) very close to […]
