The Saddlemen Heels Down seat is conceived to be the right fit for smaller riders or anyone that enjoys the ability to stand flat-footed at stops. It positions the rider lower and forward, providing better control over the bike and inspiring confidence while riding and stopping. The low, wide saddle is also contoured to allow […]
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Saddlemen Renegade “Heels Down” Seat For Smaller Riders
Published by January 20th, 2013 in Customs, Editorial and Seats.“It is not goodness to be better than the worst.” Seneca.
1st Picture Of New Indian Motorcycle Engine Crankshaft
Published by January 19th, 2013 in Editorial.Ducati North America Announced Record Sales For 2012
Published by January 19th, 2013 in Builders, Editorial and Events.Ducati North America just announced record sales for 2012, the company’s best year in this market with total sales of motorcycles up 21% and a 42% increase in its apparel division. Chief Executive Cristiano Silei thanked passionate Ducati fans (fyi, they are called “Ducatisti”) for the company’s best year in this market and said that […]
Polaris CEO Scott Wine On Indian Motorcycle
Published by January 19th, 2013 in Builders, Events and Videos.Victory Celebrates 15th Anniversary With Specially Equipped Cross Country Tour Limited Edition
Published by January 18th, 2013 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Videos.Yesterday at the New York IMS show, Victory kicked off its 15th Anniversary celebration with the introduction of a Cross Country Tour Limited Edition. This bike combines industry-leading touring performance, style and comfort with a salute to the first Victory motorcycle ever built 15 years ago. Only 150 of these specially equipped versions of the […]
Custom Built In 3 Days. Almost…
Published by January 18th, 2013 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.This drag racer style bike was built during a 3-day build-off front of the visitors of a large European Bike Show… Well, you know (I hope) that it’s absolutely impossible to build a full custom in a weekend, except when it’s a Build-Off for a TV series and what you watch is of course the […]
French Car Maker Peugeot Unveils RCZ Arlen Ness Edition
Published by January 18th, 2013 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.The news may surprise many because except the word CUSTOM, there is a world between Peugeot cars and choppers. Peugeot has revealed the first details on a one-off RCZ named after custom motorcycle builder Arlen Ness. It will be unveiled this weekend (January 18-19-20) at the Motor Bike Expo in Verona, Italy.
Hydraulic tables, scroll machines, embossing, end forging, bending, drilling, etc. The wonders of machine forging…
Official S&S Cycle Engine And Transmission Oils By Spectro Now Available.
Published by January 17th, 2013 in Driveline and Engines.S&S Cycle announces the introduction of a new line of premium drive train lubricants for Harley-Davidson and other American v-twin motorcycles. This S&S premium line of lubricants was developed by a collaborative effort between S&S and Spectro Oils of Brookfield, CT. S&S company president Steve Iggens explains, “The relationship between S&S Cycle and Spectro is […]
26 Inch White Wall Vee Rubber Tire
Published by January 17th, 2013 in Customs, Editorial and Wheels.Although requiring more maintenance to keep them appealing, white wall tires associated with the right bike type are extremely beautiful. As you know, they are not available in many sizes, especially the size you just want… Vee Rubber just released the first 26″ white wall tire, completing an offering already including: For the front 120/70/21, […]
Victory Motorcycles. 15 Years Young and Just Getting Started.
Published by January 17th, 2013 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.A limited edition 15th Anniversary model will be introduced at the International Motorcycle Show in New York City, this weekend Jan. 18-20. It will be unveiled publicly on Friday, Jan. 18, at 6 p.m. (EST) at the Victory display in the Jacob K. Javits Center. It was 15 years ago that the first Victory motorcycles […]
Between Past And Present. Ducati Leggero By Walt Siegel.
Published by January 16th, 2013 in Builders, Customs and Editorial.From an old mill town in southern New Hampshire, Austrian born Walt Siegel builds bikes betraying his love for and background in racing. His dilemma, that most of his fellow custom builders are facing, is how to go beyond bolt-on bikes and still offer a product with a wider clientele than a few CEO’s. This […]
Sturgis Motorcycle Museum And Hall of Fame To Receive Award 2013 Silver Spoke Award
Published by January 16th, 2013 in Editorial and Events.The Sturgis Motorcycle Museum & Hall of Fame will be a recipient of the coveted 2013 Silver Spoke Award presented by the National Coalition of Motorcyclists (NCOM). The Award is in the “Special Recognition” category and honors the Sturgis Motorcycle Museum & Hall of Fame for its work in improving the image of motorcycling. The […]
New “Nose Art/Pin-Up” Painting By David Uhl
Published by January 16th, 2013 in Editorial and Painters.For the first time in 3 years, David Uhl is adding to his collection. Following “Miss Behaven” and “Baby Doll”, he is presenting “Georgia Peach”. This beautiful image is now available in 3 sizes on canvas. Each print will come hand-signed and numbered, with a Certificate of Authenticity. Specifics are below. Matching numbers are available for those who […]
Help Cease The Funding Of Motorcycle Only Checkpoints Through NHTSA And Other Federal Agencies
Published by January 16th, 2013 in Events.State and local governments have begun to implement motorcycle-only checkpoints that unfairly target motorcyclists for inspection by law enforcement officers. Many of these motorcycle-only checkpoints are funded by grants given by the federal government, through the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). This petition calls for the cessation of the NHTSA’s direct and indirect funding […]
Kids On Motorcycles. A lawmaker, Sen. Bill Avery, has introduced a bill (LB181) that would make it illegal for any child younger than 8 years old to ride on a motorcycle in Nebraska. At least five other states – Arkansas, Hawaii, Louisiana, Texas and Washington — have enacted age minimums for motorcycle passengers with the […]
Today, most can’t live without being connected 24h a day. So, they need to charge and recharge their gizmo, even when riding. So, many will find appealing a dual USB plug charger that they can permanently attach on their bikes. This easily installed 5V, 2A output port keeps your smart phone, GPS, MP3 or whatever […]
Two old guys, one 80 and one 87, were sitting on a park bench one morning. The 87-year-old had just finished his morning jog and wasn’t even short of breath. The 80-year-old was amazed at the guy’s stamina and asked him what he did to have so much energy. The 87-year-old said, “Well, I eat rye […]
For all those interested by motorcycle vendors’ background and history, a summary of the main events of Rivera Primo doing business during 40 years from 1973 to today. 1970 -Mel Magnet re-worked automobile SU Carbs in his garage and sold them at his Rivera TV repair shop in Downey, CA. 1970 – Mel met John […]
Springfield Indian Motorcycle Properties To Be Renovated.
Published by January 15th, 2013 in Builders, Editorial and Events.The 2 historic Indian Motorcycle properties of Springfield, MASS part of the Mason Square neighborhood are going to be renovated as part of a $25 million redevelopment project. Construction is expected to begin in 2014. Indian Motorcycle redevelopment project moving forward
A Shovelhead Rebuilt At Home By A Pro Custom Motorcycle Mechanic
Published by January 14th, 2013 in Builders, Customs and Editorial.Professional mechanics of busy Custom Motorcycle Shops don’t work on their own bikes during business hours. Nor after hours because most days, custom building for clients requires daily extra shop hours… And you thought it was easy, without any fabrication or mechanical set backs? So,like many pros bike builders, Udo (a member of the Thunderbike […]
2.6 Million Sold At Bonhams 3rd Annual Las Vegas Motorcycle Auction
Published by January 13th, 2013 in Events.This past Thursday, Bonhams hosted their 3rd annual motorcycle auction at the Las Vegas Bally’s Hotel & Casino on The Strip front of record breaking standing crowd during the entire sale. The catalog consisted of an incredible assortment of rare and important motorcycles from around the world, including several machines from prominent museums and private […]
Riding Motorcycles Along The South Coast Of India
Published by January 13th, 2013 in Editorial and Videos.A short film produced by Ian Rigby and directed by Skylar Nielsen while on a motorcycle tour of Southern India last month. A trip done on Royal Enfield bikes, from Chennai to Pondicherry. For those who never been to India, this video captures very well the sighs, sounds (and smells…) of Indian’s streets when surrounded […]
In Black or Chrome, a couple of new designs by Carl Brouhard. Available for Harley-Davidson FL, FLT, FXST and FLST models.
“Never argue with stupid people. They will drag you down to their level and then beat you with experience.” Mark Twain.
