You see it here first. A tremendous opportunity offered by Polaris to apply for a dream job to lead the Indian Motorcycle brand marketing efforts. Job Summary: Lead Indian marketing efforts in development and implementation of strategies and plan that meet or exceed retail sales objectives. Key leader in driving Indian Motorcycles to become a […]
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Polaris Hiring Marketing Director For Indian Motorcycles
Published by July 4th, 2011 in Builders, Editorial and Events.New-York Helmetless Biker Killed In Ride Protesting Helmet Laws
Published by July 4th, 2011 in Accessories, Editorial and Events.Many among you forwarded to me the story of the motorcyclist participating on Saturday in a protest ride against helmet laws in upstate New York who died after he flipped over the bike’s handlebars and hit his head on the pavement. Apparently, the motorcyclist hit the brakes, causing the bike to fishtail and spin out […]
Sturgis Bike Week. The Limpnickie Lot Set Up At The Buffalo Chip.
Published by July 3rd, 2011 in Editorial and Events.Last year, The Limpnickie Lot, a cooperative representing “the next generation of bike builders”, was set up at The Broken Spoke Campground. This year, the group will showcase their custom motorcycles and parts at The Buffalo Chip near the West Gate (where the large Buffalo Sculpture is located) in the free area. Builders will be creating […]
Judge Rules That Mongols Logo And Trademark Can’t Be Seized By The Government
Published by July 3rd, 2011 in Editorial and Events.Background story: Following a 2008 raid and indictment of 79 Mongols, a judge issued a preliminary injunction that ordered members to forfeit all clothing and motorcycles that bear the organization’s logo. Members were barred from selling, distributing or wearing any of the insignia. The indictment claimed that the Mongols were tied to the 2005 shooting […]
Your Motorcycle Engine. Can Synthetic Oil Be Switched to Regular Oil?
Published by July 2nd, 2011 in Editorial and Engines.Spectro Performance Oils is anwering your question. “Yes, synthetic oil can be switched to regular oil in an engine. And vice versa: the oil type can be switched as often as desired. Both synthetic and regular oils lubricate engines internally, providing a barrier that prevents metal-on-metal contact inside the engine.
Turn Your Harley Sportster Into A Bagger
Published by July 2nd, 2011 in Accessories, Chassis, Customs and Editorial.SUMAX’S extensive range of hard bag options has now expanded with the introduction of bags and associated brackets foruse on ’04 and Up Harley Sportster. The brackets are powder coated black by Sumax and feature 1/4-turn quick disconnects with Dzus fasteners like those found on all H-D Touring models. These connectors allow the brackets to […]
Independence Day. Fireworks, parades, barbecues, carnivals, fairs, picnics, concerts, baseball games, family reunions, political speeches and ceremonies, and various other public and private events celebrating the history, government, and traditions of the United States. The first week of July is also typically one of the busiest American travel periods of the year, as many people […]
Motorcycle ABS Technology Benefits To Be Evaluated Again With In-situation Study.
Published by July 1st, 2011 in Brakes, Builders, Editorial and Events.When braking hard, we all know that locking up motorcycle wheel(s) will create unbalance and will easily put you down. ABS systems, via their sensors, are supposed to detect when a bike’s wheels are about to lock up, rapidly releasing and reapplying braking pressure to allow the motorcycle to slow while the wheels keep turning […]
New BAKER Drivetrain Oil Pan Uncovered By Accident
Published by July 1st, 2011 in Customs, Editorial and Engines.Don’t think I am all the time behind a computer. I meet with a lot of people outside the shop and visit quite a few dealers, for news of course, but also because they give me a hand while on the road. And sometimes my professional and personal errands end up in interesting discoveries that […]
Sturgis Museum Day Is August 5, 2011
Published by July 1st, 2011 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.During the Sturgis Motorcycle Rally, The Charlie Brechtel Band with special guest Dan Lawson will be rocking the Wolfman Jack Stage to draw attention to a custom motorcycle raffle to benefit the Sturgis Motorcycle Museum and Hall of Fame. “Last year, when I was at the Hall of Fame Breakfast I heard the museum was […]
Glenn Curtiss, born in 1878 in Hammondsport, NY, was already building bicycles when he reached his teens and became very fast a famous speed bicycle racer. Logically, he got interested by more speed and in 1902 started his own motorcycle manufacturing company, originally under the brand name of “Hercules”. His machines were the only ones […]
Michigan Senate Repeals Helmet law. Bill Going To The House.
Published by June 30th, 2011 in Editorial and Events.As expected, with a vote 25-14 mostly along party lines a law passed by the Michigan State Senate would be repealed for bikers 21 and older if the rider would also have to have been licensed to ride a motorcycle for at least two years or have completed a motorcycle safety course. In exchange those […]
Arlen Ness Deep Cut Flat Shifter Rods
Published by June 30th, 2011 in Controls, Customs and Editorial.New in the Arlen Ness 2011 catalog are these 2 “Deep Cut” shifter rods . Particularity, in addition to “shift up” design, is that unlike traditional shifter rods with unsightly helm joints, each end has a pressed in bearing for a very clean look. Designed to work on all HD models except FDX/FXR, XL. Made […]
New 2012 Harley-Davidson Sportster, Touring, And Trike.
Published by June 29th, 2011 in Builders and Events.Harley-Davidson has begun delivery of all 15 models in the 2012 Touring, Trike (North America only) and Sportster lines to its dealers in the U.S. and Europe. These motorcycles will be available for sale immediately, giving customers an opportunity to get on a 2012-model Harley-Davidson with much of the riding season still available. Shipment of […]
Bricks For Sale From A Famous Motorcycle Factory In Milwaukee
Published by June 29th, 2011 in Builders, Editorial and Events.Liquid Asset Partmers, an auction house that I mentioned very often because involved in the liquidation of many motorcycle companies’ parts and equipments, is now in charge of selling all these bricks whose provenance is a famous 1918 Milwaukee motorcycles factory. The auctioneer is not authorized to be more specific, but still mentions that bricks […]
Harley-Davidson To Continue To Benefit From Supply Disruption At Japanese Competitors
Published by June 29th, 2011 in Builders and Events.At least, it’s the advice of several Wall Street analysts. Harley’s two largest competitors in heavyweight motorcycles, Honda and Yamaha, still try to resolve important supply chain disruptions resulting from the tragic Japanese tsunami. In addition, Financing and overall demand seems to continue to improve and US dealers seems to be encouraged by higher prices […]
Pullback Handlebar For Harley-Davidson Blackline Model
Published by June 29th, 2011 in Builders, Controls, Customs and Editorial.This year, Harley-Davidson launched its new Blackline Softail model whose visual elements are borrowed from the original bobber movement combined with a raw style embraced by today’s young bike builders. But the company must have realized that the original-equipment handlebar was giving a forward position to the rider, especially if he or she is short. […]
11th Annual Las Vegas BikeFest
Published by June 29th, 2011 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.Organizers of Las Vegas BikeFest tell me that they will offer set of activities and entertainment for their 11th annual edition (Sep. 29, Oct 2, 2011.) Number of vendors and hotel reservations are already 100% ahead of last year, a very good sign for the event but also showing that our industry is bottoming out. […]
A journalist named Hugh Curran from the Sun Sentinel , a newspaper in Florida, wrote the article below. Difficult to be more ignorant than him about motorcycles. If I reproduce part of it it’s because he deserves to hear from you and know your feelings. You can do it in comments below. In your comments, please be respectful. Just educate […]
How To Protect And Fix Matte Paint?
Published by June 28th, 2011 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Painters.I don’t have to tell you how popular matte paint has been during these last years. Harley-davidson proposes its own version, in Black, White and Crimson Red. Some are hesitant about ordering this type of paint job and others are concerned at the first scratch. Why? Because contrary to glossy paint that you can buff […]
Ride With Lorenzo Lamas To Support Active Duty & Vets
Published by June 28th, 2011 in Builders, Editorial and Events.Lorenzo Lamas Cycles, a lifestyle brand that promotes the freedom of the ride, the art of custom motorcycles and the spirit of community service through charitable events, and Walk With Heroes have announced a signature motorcycle charity tour to benefit active duty and veterans. At each stop on the signature Rumble For The Heartland tour, […]
JIMS Twin Cam Engine and Trans Plug Kit
Published by June 28th, 2011 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Engines.A product placement – plug – for a plug kit to eliminate the entry of dirt, dust and unwanted parts during an engine or transmission re-build. This new JIMS® Twin Cam Engine and Trans Plug Kit is preferable to hunting random rags and tape to protect your open ports, bores, holes, fittings and passages. You […]
When I traveled the show circuit on the other side of our north border, I observed that Canada, more than anywhere else, loves bold bikes running on fat tires. While most of the US custom scene has turned its back at least 5 years ago on anything wider than stock size, Canadian shops continue to […]
Art And Humor For Vintage Helmets
Published by June 27th, 2011 in Accessories, Customs and Editorial.The shell shape is iconic seventies. Inspiration is from all over the world from the US to Japan to the UK. Design and humor are Italian. From left to right, pick your vintage artwork. Hippy, Geisha, Pin-Heart, Smack and Pinstripe. Fiberglass shell, dual density lightweight, air channeled forehead with removable and washable liner and cheek pads. You […]
Tomorrow June 27, 2011 Is Million Mile Monday. What Is Your Excuse?
Published by June 26th, 2011 in Builders, Editorial and Events.Organized by H.O.G., the Harley-Davidson Group, but open to all brands of motorcycles to join in the ride, the objective is to show the world what it means “to live life to its fullest”, share your passion with others and log millions of miles in one day. So tomorrow Monday June 27, ride to work, to […]
If motorcycles would have existed during the 17th century, Sir Isaac Newton, probably the greatest genius who ever lived, would never have had any difficulty to figure out all calculations, of course without a CAD program, to machine this total 3D Air Cleaner. “Motus Calculus”! Made by Italian parts designer Rebuffini Cycles, well known for […]
