A “Bike Bumper™” Fairing Protector for Harley-Davidson Batwing fairings (ref: 4405-0170), Road Glide Fairings (ref: 4405-0171) and Touring Fenders (ref: 4405-0172) Never again will you have to worry about an unprotected fairing or fender while hauling or storing your bike. The Bike Bumper Fairing Protector covers the entire outer fairing with heavy canvas material and […]
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Bike Bumper™ Motorcycle Fairing & Fender Protectors
Published by October 3rd, 2012 in Accessories, Customs and Editorial.A motorcycle, a Harley-Davidson or Custom Motorcycle can help sell almost anything. Like in this ad targeting mothers. Baseline reads: “Children’s Enriched Powderer Milk.” Efficient?
October Is Breast Cancer Awareness Month
Published by October 3rd, 2012 in Editorial, Events and Merchandise.Also referred in America as National Breast Cancer Awareness Month (NBCAM)), it’s an international event to increase awareness of the disease and to raise funds for research into its cause, prevention, diagnosis, treatment and cure. The campaign also offers information and support to those affected by breast cancer. In the fall of 1991, the Susan […]
2 Brough Superior To Be Auctioned At Bonhams Autumn Stafford Sale
Published by October 2nd, 2012 in Builders, Editorial and Events.Collectors will have an opportunity to acquire 2 important Brough Superior SS-80 motorcycles at the Bonhams Autumn Stafford Sale at The Classic Motorcycle Mechanics Show on Sunday, Oct. 21. One is an original, un-restored and the other was restored and was owned by the founder of the Vintage Motor Cycle Club. 1925 Brough Superior SS-80: […]
Another bike shop ventures in the bagger parts business. Azzkikr Custom Cycles in Surrey, British Columbia, just released some interesting CNC machined parts for your touring bike. Not only in chrome & black, but also mixing them with brass. Fork sliders, hand grips, brake pedals, bag latches, exhaust tips, floorboards etc. Most of them are featured […]
4% Of Fatal Crashes Involve Motorcycles: Of all the people killed on the roadways, about 4% of them are motorcyclists according to the National Highway Safety Administration. What is the conclusion the NHSA is making without proving its point? Of course, wear a helmet… Harley Davidson Tells Arab Women To Ride Their Own Bikes. In […]
The Raven. A Classic Built From Moto Guzzi, Norton & Honda Parts.
Published by October 1st, 2012 in Builders, Customs and Editorial.“I have always wanted to design and build something unique, powerful, light , functional in a classic look. Choppers, bobbers and sport bikes are very cool bu, I did not want to build from an existing engine/trans/frame package” says Jeff Gundlach from Raven Motorcycles. Jeff had dreamed to build this bike 15 years ago but […]
How to Rebuild and Restore Classic Harley-Davidson Big Twins 1936-1964
Published by September 30th, 2012 in Books and Editorial.Into restoring an old classic Harley-Davidson from the glorious period, years 1936 to 1964? You should add this new book to your workbench or bedside stand. We all know that being a collector and/or rider of these motorcycles implies a lot of pleasure but also sometimes a lot of frustrations with machines known to be, […]
Neck Tie To Dress Up Your Frame
Published by September 30th, 2012 in Builders, Chassis, Customs and Editorial.One of the most popular add-ons for those building their bike from the ground up is to dress up the frame with decorative gusset pieces. You can make yours or buy this “Neck Tie”, maybe do a little bit of grinding to perfectly fit your tubes angle, then weld it. And if your bike is […]
Tooled Leather Touring Bike Bag Latches
Published by September 29th, 2012 in Accessories, Customs and Editorial.A cool idea from Precision Billet Products. For those who want to match their hand tool seat to their touring bag latches, or the opposite. These brown Leather bag latches combine hand crafted billet with the unique look and texture of tooled calf hide. The latches are CNC milled out of T6061 Aircraft Grade Billet […]
9th Annual David Mann Chopperfest Is December 9, 2012.
Published by September 29th, 2012 in Editorial, Events and Painters.David Mann spent his lifetime riding and portraying his lifestyle on canvas and was well known by most of you for his center spreads in Easyriders Magazine until his passing in 2004 at the age of 64. David Mann Chopperfest pays tribute each year to the man that many consider “the epitome of the biker artist” with […]
If you don’t object showing the logo of the brand you like, these new fuel cap lineup from Performance Machine offers 5 more options to nicely top off your gas tank. Make your choice between the following models: Merc, Array, Scallop, Grill and Apex. Each is priced at $69.95. And of course, they match the […]
In June 2010 I ran a feature on a young builder that I titled “A Youngster Small Budget Customized Honda CB350.” Today he was very proud to tell me that he started his own custom motorcycle shop that he called “Speakeasy Motors.” He is only 22 and to help him a little bit more, a […]
Love Ride 29 To Benefit The USO On October 21, 2012 With Jay Leno To Be Grand Marshal
Published by September 28th, 2012 in Editorial and Events.The Love Ride is the longest-running motorcycle fundraising event in the world and has raised $24 million for charity in 28 years. The event was founded in 1984 by Oliver Shokouh, the owner of Harley-Davidson of Glendale. Love Ride participants, which have exceeded 20,000 in past years, will sign-up at Harley-Davidson of Glendale before arriving […]
They are brothers and best friends. Every day Jarrod & Justin Del Prado work together,sharing the same passion for turning stock motorcycles into 2-wheel hot rods riding better and faster than in their original factory delivery. On this project they used a low mileage 1200 cc Harley Sportster , their goal being to strip off […]
Confederate X132 Hellcat Combat Prototype At The Bonneville Salt Flats
Published by September 27th, 2012 in Builders, Editorial and Videos.In Bonneville. James Hoegh successfully piloted the first Confederate X132 Hellcat Combat prototype to a top speed of 172.211 mph, making it the world’s fastest in the APF3000 category (big block American V-twin, unfaired, naturally aspirated over 2000cc.) In this video, he describes how it is to race on the Salt Flats.
New Soft Lowers Clip In Place For Instant Wind and Weather Protection
Published by September 26th, 2012 in Accessories, Customs and Editorial.The new full-coverage Soft Lowers ($89.99 to $99.95) from Harley-Davidson® can extend the riding season by providing wind and mud protection for the rider’s legs and boots, and minimizing cold updrafts. These covers are custom-shaped to hug the engine guard and minimize flapping, and clip in place for speedy installation. The two-way zippered outer edge […]
Polaris Looking For Australia Victory and Indian Motorcycles Marketing Manager
Published by September 26th, 2012 in Builders, Editorial and Events.Having a lot of readers in Australia & New Zealand, I thought that one or more of them could be interested by this “dream job” proposed by Polaris. The position was posted this morning, so rush your application (looks like you need to have an account on LinkedIn to apply). Submit your resume before October […]
Lighting Up Your Motorcycle Paint Job At The Flick Of A Switch
Published by September 26th, 2012 in Customs, Editorial and Videos.A company named Darkside Scientific announces the creation of a product that they state will transform the way we use and see paint. It’s called LumiLor and is a patent-pending practical, durable and affordable electroluminescent coating technology that can be illuminated with a simple electrical current. A motorcycle that lights up at night at the […]
A, B, C, D, E, F, G, H, I, J, K… After being together for twenty five years, a biker and his old lady were having a few brews at the local bar when she asked him to describe her. He looked at her slowly… then said, “You’re A, B, C, D, E, F, G, […]
2012 Las Vegas BikeFest Starts This Thursday September 27
Published by September 25th, 2012 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.The 12th edition of Las Vegas BikeFest starts this Thursday. If you didn’t make a pre-registration, you can still buy on location a $45 party pass for all long weekend, an ultimate pass for $70 and a “Rock N’ Ride” pass for $90 ($20 supplement includes a ticket to the Friday night Rock Vegas Festival […]
Hiro Koiso Racing Clocks 214.224 Mph In Bonneville On 2006 Harley-Davidson Dyna
Published by September 25th, 2012 in Builders, Editorial and Events.The 9th annual BUB Motorcycle Speed Trials, This year was the 5th year of Land Speed Racing at Bonneville for Hiro Koiso Racing. The bike had gone through every inch of renovation from the previous year. This includes custom made fairings, a new JIMS135″ Twin Cam engine modified by T-Man Performance and a B-1 ProCharger […]
Harley-Davidson Planning Dealerships In Libya, Iraq & Pakistan: Paul De Jongh, country manager for Harley Davidson Middle East and North Africa, has told told Arabian Business News that the company is planning to boost its dealerships in the Middle Eastern countries including Libya and Iraq. We are hoping markets like Tunisia, Libya, Iraq and Pakistan […]
Corbin Stingray Hide For Your Long Ride
Published by September 25th, 2012 in Customs, Editorial and Seats.Corbin added Stingray hide to their long list of leathers and other materials used on their saddles. Stingray is extremely durable, very thick and holds color extremely. The exotic hide is available in fifteen color options and by special order only so you will need to allow a little extra time when ordering. Corbin chose […]
