When last February I published for the 1st time the work of Chinese Custom Builder Bandit 9, I expected quite a few negative or at least skeptical reactions regarding the quality of the featured bike. None… Proving that the negative attributes attached to Chinese manufacturing doesn’t necessarily affect its individual craftsmen. Since its creation in […]
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Nero MKII By Chinese Custom Builder Bandit 9.
Published by November 2nd, 2013 in Builders, Customs and Editorial.US Motorcycle Sales Sharply Up in September. Only 1% For Year To Date. According to the Motorcycle Industry Council (MIC) September on-highway motorcycle sales jumped 16.1% versus same month last year for a total of 26,110 units. Year to date (September 30), motorcycle sales are up only 1% for a total of 274,578 sold units. […]
A new twist for the iconic Harley-Davidson Batwing fairing. Custom Builder Greg Rice incorporated to it his own “Psychotic Hood Scoop” with LED lighting , then added 2 sets of bright LED’s turn signals for the result you see here. Fiberglass construction, white gel coated and ready to finish to your specifications. Sold complete with […]
Aluminum Chassis Kits For Sportster And Triumph. Made In Indonesia At Unbeatable Prices.
Published by November 1st, 2013 in Chassis, Customs and Editorial.When you think custom motorcycles outside the United States, Indonesia is probably not a region coming to your mind. Surprise: in this 238 million people country, the world’s fourth most populous, there are custom builders with a passion for American V-Twin motorcycles, aftermarket part vendors and even a big show, the Kustom Show of Yogjakarta. […]
Harley-Davidson Screaming Eagle Tappets May Increase Durability By 25%
Published by November 1st, 2013 in Customs, Editorial and Engines.New Screamin’ Eagle® Tappets (P/N 18572-13, $249.95) from Harley-Davidson® Genuine Motor Accessories® are designed to deliver superior tappet life in high-performance Harley-Davidson Twin Cam and Sportster engine applications. Large, high-capacity needles in the roller bearing assembly improve reliability when operating with high-lift cams, high-pressure valve springs, and in high-RPM applications. The needle bearings are 25 […]
New Harley-Davidson Sportster Cannon Mufflers Add More Power And More Aggressive But Still Friendly Tone
Published by October 31st, 2013 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Exhaust.Recently released at the Harley-Davidson Summer Dealer Meeting, these Screamin’ Eagle® Street Cannon Mufflers (P/N 64900208 Chrome, $419.95; P/N 64900209 jet black, $459.95) boost the performance of a 2014 Harley-Davidson® Sportster® motorcycle. They are 3.25-inch high-flow mufflers matching the head pipes of all 2014 Sportster® models and are specifically tuned to deliver improved performance and […]
Breaking News. Intrust Bank Files For foreclosure On Remaining Big Dog Motorcycles Property And Sheldon Coleman Jr. Personally.
Published by October 31st, 2013 in Editorial and Events.Intrust Bank started foreclosure proceedings on Sheldon Coleman Jr, personally and several of his corporate entities including the buildings where Big Dog Motorcycles was housed until its closure in 2011 and the building where BDM Performance Products, the company founded after the demise of Big Dog Motorcycles, was doing e-commerce of custom parts and gear […]
Rossmeyer’s Closing Beach Street Daytona Museum, Store And Diner
Published by October 31st, 2013 in Editorial and Events.Today Thursday october 31, 2013 at 5 p.m., the Rossmeyer’s family is closing its store/museum/diner location at 290 North Beach Street in Daytona. In 1994, the building became the site of the original official Rossmeyer’s Of Daytona Harley-Davidson dealership until 2011 when it became only a Bruce Rossmeyer/Harley-Davidson museum/merchandise store with diner. The museum is […]
Painting by Rosson Crow.
New Norton Motorcycles Shipped To The U.S.A. First Time In 30+ Years.
Published by October 30th, 2013 in Builders, Editorial and Events.A first contingent of new Norton Commando 961 models has been shipped to the US, marking the return of the UK brand in the country after 30+ years of absence. Norton proposes three 961 models: Commando SF, Cafe Racer and Sport. To get started Norton Motorcycles USA CEO Dan Van Epps has already selected 9 US […]
Velocity’s Cafe Racer Returns November 6, 2013 For An All-New Season
Published by October 30th, 2013 in Builders, Customs and Editorial.Cafe Racer is an all-access look into the culture and creation of Café Racer motorcycles. The unmistakable elements of Café Bikes have made this two-wheeled subculture the home for Hollywood stars, underground builders and adrenaline junkies worldwide. Hosted by motorcycle buff, Mike Seate, each one-hour episode of the new season will now follow 2 bikes […]
FiltroMax Universal Remote Oil Filter Mount. Guaranteed To Cool The Look Of Your Bike
Published by October 30th, 2013 in Customs, Editorial and Engines.FiltroMax let you installi a high-volume aftermarket oil filter on your motorcycle. The steel bracket included with the FiltroMax welds wherever you want onto your frame for custom installation, or you can hang the unit behind your bike’s side-mount license plate bracket or wherever tickles your fancy. The investment-cast, finned aluminum body gives a bit […]
Why We Ride. A Documentary Film Playing At Your Local Theater.
Published by October 30th, 2013 in Editorial, Events and Videos.On October 2, 2013, I published the trailer of “Why We Ride” the new acclaimed documentary about the passion of all riders and the soul of their machines. The filmmakers just announced a creative concept in order to get the movie in the hands of the riders without the normal restrictions of Hollywood. The screening program, […]
New S&S Cycle Stealth Air Cleaner Covers
Published by October 29th, 2013 in Customs, Editorial and Engines.To add performance and style to your ride, S&S Cycle offers these 3 covers for their own S&S Stealth air cleaner. Similar to the existing round Bobber covers, and machined of solid billet aluminum, these stylish covers are powder coated gloss black and with machined highlights to add details to the design. Compatible with any […]
During this coming “Lone Star Rally” (October 31st – November 3rd), David Uhl will release his new painting named “Lone Ranger”. It was inspired by the lovely Paige Wyatt from the recent Discovery Channel hit show, American Guns. David pays tribute to the rich history of the Texas Rangers, the oldest state law enforcement body in the […]
Direct replacement Spoke Wheels For Harley-Davidson Trike Models
Published by October 29th, 2013 in Customs, Editorial and Wheels.For all the 3-wheel riders HDW (HD Wheels) started to manufacture rear spoke wheels for Harley-Davidson Trike models that will allow you to fit either motorcycle or car tires. As always, wheel looks can be customized from almost any aspect: spokes count, lacing styles, color and finishing options for spokes and rim. Bolt pattern on […]
Most of you heard about it. Many of you visited it in Los Angeles. It’s getting completely revitalized by Kohn Pedersen Fox and Associates. A preview.
Lumberjack. A Custom Sportster Ready For Muddy Roads.
Published by October 28th, 2013 in Builders and Customs.A good name for a custom bike that a Lumberjack will not turn down. The actual work of a Lumberjack was difficult, dangerous, intermittent, low-paying, but the men built a traditional culture that celebrated strength, masculinity and confrontation with danger… Does it make you think of the life of a custom motorcycle builder? With this […]
Cole Foster Retro Inspired Grips
Published by October 27th, 2013 in Controls, Customs and Editorial.Of course, there are many retro style grips available for your Chopper or Bobber. But these ones are signed Cole Foster and are available in new colors you can’t find elsewhere. Black is too boring? What about Mocha or Grey Marble? They are available for 1” or 7/8” bars and come in a cool Deco […]
Harley-Davidson, Polaris, Arctic Cat. Which Company To Invest In?
Published by October 27th, 2013 in Editorial and Events.Talking with my friends about the future of the motorcycle industry, very often the conversation slides to which recreational vehicle company is going to perform the best? It continues to surprise many that in this economic environment, both Harley-Davidson (NYSE: HOG), Polaris (NYSE: PII) and Arctic Cat also selling snowmobiles, ATV’s & UTV’s (NASDAQ: ACAT) […]
Harley-Davidson New Premium Travel-Pak Bags
Published by October 26th, 2013 in Accessories, Builders, Customs and Editorial.They are re-shaped to specifically fit Harley-Davidson® Project RUSHMORE Tour-Pak® luggage and hard saddlebags. Handy features and deluxe materials distinguish the new Premium Travel-Pak Collection. Each Travel-Pak bag is manufactured of durable, water-resistant ballistic nylon and styled to compliment the Harley-Davidson® Premium Luggage Collection. The exterior features comfortable carrying handles, heavy-duty glove-friendly zippers, a zippered […]
BOSCH Explains The New Motorcycle Stability Control
Published by October 26th, 2013 in Editorial and Videos.The Motorcycle Stability Control (MSC) is a new form of technology intended to make motorcycles much more safer than when only equipped with ABS. It is conceived to prevent both wheels from slipping when the bike is leaning right or left and from righting when braking in a curve. During strong acceleration, the MSC system […]
Rick’s “Good Guys” Adjustable Clutch And Brake Levers
Published by October 25th, 2013 in Controls, Customs and Editorial.Rick’s Motorcycles released its first adjustable hand control levers in 2012. The new version features a slightly modified design to minimize tolerance and wear while providing the same lever force on both clutch and brake sides. Lever force can be adjusted at the easy-to-access button at the pivot point, even while riding, with levers offered […]
Metzeler To Premiere New Tires At The Metzeler Legendary Knight Event In Italy
Published by October 25th, 2013 in Customs, Editorial and Events.The world premiere of the new SPORTEC™ M7 RR supersport tires and of the custom touring ME 888 MARATHON™ Ultra in a Whitewall version and new 23 inch front size will take place at the Metzeler Legendary Knight, a free open bar event that will also feature two special guest stars to launch the new products, both of whom are avid […]
More Bands, More Builders, More Stars, More Action At The Lone Star Rally! Oct 31 -Nov 3.
Published by October 25th, 2013 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.For the 2013 Lone Star Rally tens of thousands of motorcycle enthusiasts will roll again into Historic Galveston for 4 days of free concerts and to shop amonghundreds of vendors selling everything from the hottest new accessories and bike enhancements to leatherwear and jewelry. Rally goers will enjoy some of the coolest paint and tricked […]
Picture Of The Week. Winter Arrived In Sturgis.
Published by October 25th, 2013 in Editorial and Events.South Dakota already got its winter share of snow and of storms with high winds up to 60 mph. For those who are familiar with Sturgis Lazelle Street, a recent picture of some damage at the Easyriders Saloon extension to the the ex-Broken Spoke Saloon.
