Two engineers were trying to find the height of a flag pole, but didn’t have a ladder, so they were standing there, looking up. A woman passing by volunteered to help. She took a wrench from her purse,loosened a few bolts and laid the pole down. She took a tape measure from her purse, measure […]
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Just A Very Simple Custom Motorcycle…
Published by September 5th, 2012 in Builders, Customs and Editorial.It’s the way T.D. Ward, owner of the shop Rods & Rides near St Louis, MO defines his latest creation. A simplicity that judges of bike shows are always inclined to reward. Another good example of what is trending in the custom motorcycle industry: old school style with a touch of new and lots of […]
Bonneville Flash News. Jay Allen Racing Gets An 18th Land Speed Record.
Published by September 5th, 2012 in Builders, Editorial and Events.Jay Allen gets its 18th Land Speed Record during the 2012 Bonneville Bubs Speed Trials 2012. He did both passes at an average speed of 176.758 mph in the M-PF class on his machine sponsored by S&S Cycle, Proto Food and One Source Nutrition. The former land speed record was held since 2009 by Hiro […]
Custom Chrome Europe 10th Anniversary Ride-In-Bike Show During European Bike Week
Published by September 5th, 2012 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.The Custom Chrome Europe Ride-In-Bike-Show of Faak is among the top 10 bike shows around the globe. Bikes are judged by a group of 10 professionals in the following categories: Jammer Old School, Rev-Tech Performance, Chopper, Bagger and Sportster-Engine. European Bike Week (september 1-8) offers a continuous program of “infotainment” by the best European part vendors […]
New Harley-Davidson Daymaker LED Headlamps For Road Glide Models
Published by September 4th, 2012 in Customs, Editorial and Electrical.The new Daymaker ™ LED Headlamps for Harley-Davidson Road Glide® model motorcycles (P/N 67700109 Chrome, P/N 67700112 Gloss Black and Chrome; $699.95) from Harley-Davidson Genuine Motor Accessories produce light that is brighter and whiter in color, with a superior light pattern, compared to standard incandescent lamps. These headlamps feature horizontal “D”-shaped optical lenses that focus […]
2012 Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance Concours d’Elegance. Vintage German Motorcycles.
Published by September 4th, 2012 in Builders, Editorial, Events and Videos.Only the finest machines ever built by man will ever grace the Pebble Beach Fairway, and all entrants of this event are here by invitation because of their machines are of historic significance. Chronologically, you are going to see: 1- 1885 Daimler Reitwagen 0:05. This is the world’s first gasoline-powered motorcycle. Built by Gottlieb Daimler and Wilhelm […]
Any room available in your closet? Affordable jackets and tees for ladies. Not much I can add because if you like, I know you will order. At Bika Chik.
Super-Tracker Custom Harley Dyna
Published by September 3rd, 2012 in Builders, Customs and Editorial.Steve Carr at Lightning Rod Motorcycles loves to build what he calls “True Factory Customs”, meaning customized Harleys with the look expected from a bike built from the ground up but that you can have serviced and repaired by the crew of an official Harley dealership. And regarding style, his taste revolves around Pro-Street Buells, […]
Knuckle Levers Now Available For 2008 & Up Harley-Davidson Softail & Dyna Models
Published by September 2nd, 2012 in Controls, Customs and Editorial.A popular item for the Harley crowd looking to add a retro touch on their Softail & Dyna bikes, the “Knuckle” clutch & brake levers from Aeromach were available only for model years 1996-2007. These levers are now available for the newer model bikes 2008 & up. Paul Aiken, owner of Aeromach, tells me that […]
New Harley-Davidson Signature Series Sportster Seat With Backrest
Published by September 1st, 2012 in Customs, Editorial and Seats.Sportsters being again extremely popular, many need a seat offering long-haul “touring” comfort. The new Signature Series® Solo Seat with Rider Backrest (P/N 52000034, $499.95) from Harley-Davidson Genuine Motor Accessories offers Harley-Davidson Sportster® riders a combination of foam density and shape designed specifically for long distance riding. The 15-inch-wide seating area is comfortable, while the […]
CSC Is Launching The 250cc P-51 Motorcycle
Published by September 1st, 2012 in Builders, Customs and Editorial.CSC Motorcycles announced its new P-51 250cc motorcycle, which joins an existing line of CSC 150cc motorcycles. The new CSC motorcycle has a counterbalanced SOHC engine providing significantly more power, acceleration, and top speed. CSC Motorcycles take their styling cues from the iconic Mustang motorcycles manufactured from 1947 to 1963 in Glendale, California just a […]
Baddest Bagger Of Las Vegas. Saturday September 29th, 2012
Published by August 31st, 2012 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.New this year during Las Vegas Bikefest (September 27-30), the first annual “All Bagger” competition! Don’t miss your chance to claim your share of over $5,000 in cash and prizes plus a chance to have your Bagger featured in Urban Bagger and American Bagger Magazines! Check-in/Register for the Baddest Bagger Contest on Saturday, 8:00am – […]
Motorcycle Cannonball Endurance Run Defending Champion. Interview.
Published by August 31st, 2012 in Editorial and Events.In one week, Bradford Wilmarth will be on the starting line of the Motorcycle Cannonball Endurance Run with his 1913 Excelsior Model 7 Twin Cylinder (only one gear.) Having won the first edition of the Cannonball in 2010, his machine will carry the number 1. The defending champion, a professional antique motorcycle restorer near Richmond VA, […]
This bike was featured in a recent episode of Discovery/Velocity Channel’s Cafe Racer TV Show and think it is a quite interesting contraption. It was built for actress Katee Sackhoff (both a tomboy and girl-girl personality) by a small shop I never heard about with the unexpected name of “Moto Classified”. It is based on a 1987 Honda […]
California based manufacturer of custom motorcycles Big Bear Choppers got its assets and trademarks (name and model designs) bought a few months ago by Simon Scott from Rage Hard Choppers. Simon Scott is an international businessman with interests in the USA, and Indonesia. The new company, now in San Bernadino, CA continues to manufacture Big […]
The New Harley-Davidson Burst Collection Of Contrast Tuxedo Black And Machined Aluminum
Published by August 30th, 2012 in Builders, Customs and Editorial.The new hard-edged Burst Collection from Harley-Davidson Genuine Motor Accessories presents a combination of tuxedo black and machined-aluminum finishes to create contrasting edges and light-enhancing machined patterns. The result is a visual statement that complements both classic and contemporary customizing styles. The Burst Collection components create an impact all by themselves, but can also be […]
Full Service. The New Pin-Up Painting By David Uhl.
Published by August 30th, 2012 in Editorial and Painters.David’s newest addition to the Pin-Up series is titled “Full Service”. This marks the first new Pin-Up piece since “Catch of the Day” was released and immediately sold out last October. “Full Service” is now available as a hand-signed, numbered canvas giclee print edition. Each print comes beautifully framed with a Certificate of Authenticity. As […]
ZZ Top Is First Band Announced to Perform At The Sturgis Buffalo Chip 2013 Music Festival
Published by August 30th, 2012 in Editorial and Events.The 2013 Sturgis Rally is so far away… But not for Buffalo Chip® owner Rod Woodruff who is already planning major acts to perform during his Sturgis annual musical festival set for August 2 -11, 2013. The Buffalo Chip® welcomes the legendary band ZZ Top as the first act confirming their appearance the Rally. Rock […]
2013 Victory offerings thave been broken down into three categories, Victory Cruisers, Baggers, and Touring models. The Victory Baggers line is made of 4 different models. The Cross Country (with A Zach Ness version), the Cross Roads Classic and the Hard-Ball. The all feature: A strong two-piece, sand-cast, hollow aluminum frame that runs along the […]
These floorboards measures 18″ x 5″, are available in chrome or black and are also available as passenger floorboards in size 11.5″ x 3.5″. Can be mounted on all FL and FLST factory mounts. To perfectly complement these floorboards, these custom brake pedal pads replace the stock on 1980 and newer Touring models and 1986 […]
Tax Revenue From Sturgis Rally Is Up. Overall tax revenue from this year’s Sturgis Motorcycle Rally is up 4.9 percent compared to this time last year. Total revenue from the sales tax and tourism tax collected so far during the rally period is $1,183,042, compared to $1,127,552 a year ago. The South Dakota Revenue Department […]
Cool Custom Motorcycles And Hot Centerfolds In 2013 Iron & Lace Calendar
Published by August 28th, 2012 in Editorial and Merchandise.Again, the 2013 edition of the Iron & Lace Calendar features a 16-month look at some of the top custom motorcycles photographed by photographer Jim Gianatsis. In it, the winners of the LA Calendar Motorcycle Show’s Bike Championship winners: Jim Giuffra and the AFT Customs Girls’ Best of Show winner ‘Sentoh” based on a legendary […]
2012 Motorcycle Cannonball Endurance Run
Published by August 28th, 2012 in Builders, Editorial and Events.This year, participants to the coast to coast Cannonball Endurance Run are going to prove the capabilities of pre-1930s motorcycles that laid silent for decades. They are going to re-affirm the pioneering spirit of America by traveling across the country as they did nearly a century ago. The endurance run will begin September 7 in Newburgh, […]
Harley-Davidson EZ Tour-Pak Lid Catch
Published by August 28th, 2012 in Accessories, Customs and Editorial.The new EZ Tour-Pak® Lid Catch (P/N 53000195, $14.95) from Harley-Davidson® Genuine Motor Accessories® self-aligns the Tour-Pak lid on Harley-Davidson Touring models for more convenient closure. This easy-to-install kit eliminates the need to shift the position of the lid because the latches line up perfectly every time. Simply close the lid and latch it down. […]
Harley V-Rod Muscle Headlight Adaptor
Published by August 28th, 2012 in Customs, Editorial and Electrical.In case you didn’t know, the way the Harley V-Rod Muscle is conceived, you can’t just remove the stock headlight and bolt-on an after-market one. Thanks to Headwinds, a leader in custom headlights, now you can choose and install a new custom headlight from the very wide selection available for other Harley models. Easy-to-install, this […]
