It was a long journey coast to coast. An incredible 17-day adventure that started Friday September 7 in Newburgh, NY to end Saturday September 23rd in San Francisco, CA. Antique motorcycles and their riders were put to the ultimate test of a 3956 miles run, proving the capabilities of these machines and the endurance and […]
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Cannonball Endurance Run Riders Arrived In San Francisco. Results.
Published by September 25th, 2012 in Editorial and Events.The Chief Ambassador By Bryan Fuller. Old Fusion Style.
Published by September 24th, 2012 in Builders, Customs and Editorial.I love it when custom builders start a project working with parts from different OEM manufacturers, parts that were never supposed to meet on the same motorcycle. Take the best of 2 different brands, mix with talent their unique styles and components, make them compatible and the result of this approach is probably going to […]
New Easy Squeeze Handlebar To Reduce Clutch Lever Reach
Published by September 23rd, 2012 in Controls, Customs and Editorial.An offset grip improves leverage and reduces fatigue in traffic. The new Easy Squeeze Reduced Clutch Reach Handlebar ($119.95) from Harley-Davidson® Genuine Motor Accessories® features an offset clutch-side grip that moves the palm a half-inch closer to the clutch lever. This position provides improved leverage and permits the rider to reach the clutch lever with […]
Model Janna Flurry Hall Pulls Into A Greasy Shop For A Photo Shoot…
Published by September 23rd, 2012 in Editorial and Videos.Produced and sent to me by Barrett at High 5 Productions. Enjoy…
A light-emitting diode (LED) is subject to very limited wear and tear, can withstand shocks and vibrations, has a very long life while being energy efficient. Reasons why LED’s have become the new standard in the automotive industry and many others, making traditional bulbs unpractical, costly and obsolete. So Headwinds, one of the leaders in […]
New Women’s Sidewinder Layering System From Harley-Davidson
Published by September 22nd, 2012 in Builders, Editorial and Merchandise.Three new Sidewinder layering items (Jackets & Tops) and new gloves expand the women’s Rider Comfort System (RCS) from the Harley-Davidson® MotorClothes® line. RCS is a three-layer system that begins with a moisture-wicking base layer topped by a mid-layer option that absorbs moisture and helps insulate the body. The outer layer helps maintain consistent body […]
Performance Custom Honda CB350
Published by September 21st, 2012 in Builders, Customs and Editorial.Steve “Brewdude” Garn owns a fabrication and machine shop in Creston, NC in which he bends, twists and weld trick frames for radical cross, mountain, touring bicycles and road, race and touring motorcycles in the style which his yours or his. Old school racers is where he excels the most as demonstrated again with this […]
S&S® Cycle Introduces The 4″ Race Mufflers For Harley-Davidson Touring Models
Published by September 21st, 2012 in Customs, Editorial and Exhaust.S&S Cycle introduces the 4″ Race Tour mufflers for 1995 – 2012 Harley-Davidson® touring models. These mufflers are designed for maximum power and are louder than our other muffler offerings for baggers. Choose from show chrome or Jet-Hot® black ceramic finish, and either all steel mufflers with a slash cut end or mufflers with alloy end […]
In need of new tee-shirts and trying to avoid wearing the same eagle/skull/8ball design that your buddies wear at your weekly bike night? Why not these pilot/captain inspired tees boasting original designs with an American university flair and featuring the code of some major airports in the US and abroad. Because if you ride, you […]
Las Vegas BikeFest®. Corey Harrison of “Pawn Stars” TV Show As Grand Marshall Of 1st Annual “Strip Ride”
Published by September 20th, 2012 in Editorial and Events.Las Vegas BikeFest, the premier West Coast rally just announced that Corey Harrison, star of the of the Cable TV show “Pawn Stars” will be the Grand Marshall of the first annual “Strip Ride!”, benefiting the “Wounded Warrior Project.” Attendees of the 12th Annual BikeFest will be joining Corey at the Cashman Center on Thursday, […]
Corbin Dual Tour Saddle For Harley Baggers
Published by September 20th, 2012 in Customs, Editorial and Seats.Corbin announced today that they have re-engineered their classic Dual Tour Saddle which is now available for the entire range of Harley-Davidson motorcycles to add touring class support and comfort. Designed to give riders the next level of comfort, this saddle features genuine leather, a new seat cover design and ergonomically designed seating for maximum […]
Lehman Trikes USA Fully Operational Again. After suspending all its operations last March to look for a buyer, the company was acquired in June by Champion Investments Inc., the company producing Champion Trikes. Craig Arrojo, CEO of Champion, just announced to the media that Lehman Trikes is now operational and fulfilling conversion orders for Harley-Davidson, […]
A tired old biker and his bitchy old lady stop for beer at a 7-11 convenience store one hot August night on the way home. There’s a guy buying a paper from a machine in front of the store. All of a sudden a robber comes running out of the 7-11 convenience store with a gun and a bag of […]
Danielle Larrabee Named Spectro Oils Marketing Director
Published by September 19th, 2012 in Editorial and Events.Spectro Oils of America, based in Brookfield, CT, is pleased to announce that Danielle Larrabee has been assigned the position of Marketing Director. She will be responsible for all aspects of marketing Spectro’s products and brand name. Danielle was offered the position after long-time Marketing Director, Dave Willis, decided to retire. Dave was an instrumental […]
The American Cafe Racer. God made It Happen…
Published by September 19th, 2012 in Builders, Customs and Editorial.I have already featured several custom bikes from Australian builder “Deus Ex Machina” (Latin for “God Made It Happen) All built at the Sydney headquarter. The shop has also a presence in California where Michael “Woolie” Woolaway created “The American”, a very cool Cafe Racer using a Harley platform. A low chrome-moly frame received a 1200 […]
Did you know? What It Takes To Be Labeled “Made In USA”.
Published by September 19th, 2012 in Editorial.Most consumers think that buying something made domestically will boost the economy. Unfortunately many don’t act in agreement with the notion they defend … Still, more than ever, the “Made In USA” label is luring consumers wishing to help reviving U.S. manufacturing and create jobs. But what does it take for a product to be labeled […]
Polaris CEO Scott Wine. A New High Performance Indian Motorcycle Next Year.
Published by September 19th, 2012 in Builders, Editorial and Videos.2012 Daytona Biketoberfest. 2 Nights Of Sexy At Rossmeyer’s Harley-Davidson. October 18-19.
Published by September 18th, 2012 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.Very sexy girls and very sexy custom bikes are going to meet in Daytona. Miss G-String International has partnered with Bruce Rossmeyer’s Daytona Harley-Davidson at Destination Daytona for “Two Nights of Sexy” on October Thursday 18 & Friday 19, starting at 8:00 p.m. at the Coca-Cola Pavilion. Jay Allen will be joining as Emcee and […]
Supreme Legends New Reaper Series Forward Controls
Published by September 18th, 2012 in Controls, Customs and Editorial.Thankfully, no logo showing a cloaked man or skeleton carrying a scythe on these new Reaper forward controls. With foot rests different from what is available from the competition, they offer sturdy diamond grip rubber for excellent traction and are offered with smooth wet chrome or black lustrous anodizing treatment. They are built in America […]
Harley-Davidson At 2012 Bike, Blues & BBQ Rally. Fayeteville, AR. September 26-29.
Published by September 18th, 2012 in Builders, Editorial and Events.Harley-Davidson will bring the best of its brand (Demo Rides, H.O.G. Pin Stop, Party and More) at the Annual Bikes, Blues & BBQ Rally in Arkansas. • Motorcycle demo rides provide the chance to test ride any number of new 2013 Harley-Davidson motorcycles free daily from 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. • hose attending the […]
Ladies Wrenching Then Modeling. The Same Ones.
Published by September 17th, 2012 in Builders, Customs and Editorial.The ladies you always see near Jim’s Giuffra’s AFT custom bikes are not only doing a modeling job. They are wrenching his bikes under his supervision. Yes, they are forming sheet metal, welding, assembling and in the case of this custom Honda VT 750 BR named “Halia”, one of them even of this ladies went […]
New Quick Detach Kit For Heritage Softail Classic Saddlebags
Published by September 16th, 2012 in Accessories, Customs and Editorial.The new Heritage Softail® Classic Quick Detach Saddlebag Conversion Kit (P/N 90200641, $179.95) from Harley-Davidson Genuine Motor Accessories® converts Original Equipment fixed-mount saddlebags to bags that can be removed in just seconds. The saddlebags release with a pull and twist of a locking handle within each bag to give the motorcycle a clean, stripped-down look. […]
Yesterday, rocking around the clock. Today, aching joints, slow reflexes and much heavier profile. Tomorrow? (image from character Lucien by Margerin in French cartoon)
2013 AMD World Championship Entry Forms And Class Information Now available Online
Published by September 15th, 2012 in Builders, Customs and Editorial.The official entry form for the 10th annual 2013 AMD World Championship of Custom Bike Building is now available online.First fifty bike entries received will be free of charge. Being staged in Europe for the first time, at the all-new BIG BIKE EUROPE expo at Essen, Germany, on May 10th to 12th 2013, AMD is […]
Matt Machine Custom Moto Guzzi
Published by September 15th, 2012 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Videos.He is living the dream in Australia where he is one of the best custom builders. A cool short video on Matt “Machine” Harrington and his custom Moto Guzzi Le Mans.
