Michael Lichter’s 2011 “Motorcycle As Art Exhibition” is called “Slant Artist-An Eccentric View on Motorcycles and Art” and will focus on avant-garde bronze artist Jeff Decker. A large majority of the display will consist of Jeff’s personal collection including ten beautiful bronze sculptures. There will also be an eclectic display of motorcycles and wall art […]
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Sturgis Buffalo Chip® Presents Michael Lichter’s 11th Annual Motorcycles as Art Exhibit
Published by June 26th, 2011 in Customs, Editorial and Events.Front 21″ Wheel On A Harley-Davidson Bagger. The Right Way.
Published by June 25th, 2011 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Wheels.Installing a 21″ front wheel is one of the most popular conversions to greatly improve the look of of a Bagger. This post is not about the wheel design choice – all manufacturers offer a wide selection – but about preventing any handling side effects due to a taller size than stock. First, you should know […]
Darkness At Harley-Davidson
Published by June 25th, 2011 in Accessories, Builders, Editorial and Merchandise.The new men’s Darkness Waterproof Leather Jacket ($450) from the Harley-Davidson® MotorClothes® line is constructed from waterproof mid-weight leather with waterproof buffalo leather trim at the elbows and shoulders. Its pre-curved sleeves, power-stretch panels above the elbows and action back translate into all-day riding comfort, while 3M® Scotchlite® Reflective Material increases your reflectivity in low-light […]
Polaris, Victory, Indian, Ducati Motorcycles Focusing On Sales In India. All market srudies confirm a growing demand for premium vehicles in India. So, all major motorcycle brands consider this country the new Eldorado. Polaris will be delivering completely built units of ATVs and Rangers to the country through a wholly-owned subsidiary by August or September. The […]
Spotlights Mounting Tube Clamps For 54 mm Forks
Published by June 24th, 2011 in Customs, Editorial and Electrical.Here they are. Headwinds®, one of the leaders in custom headlights, introduces their new 54mm Fork Tube Clamps for mounting Headwinds® 2” spotlights all bikes with 54mm forks. and for those who are Kawasaki boys, the Mean Streak 1500, 1600 and They feature split clamp construction with wire feed hole for a clean look. Hardware […]
At the French race track of Magny-Cours, during a round of the promosport Championship, 2 riders crash…and it can turn into a funny situation. (Thanks Troy)
2011 LA Calendar Motorcycle Show, Saturday July 16th. Update.
Published by June 24th, 2011 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.The 20th annual Los Angeles Calendar Motorcycle Show of customs, cruisers, performance and sportbikes returns to the Queen Mary in Long Beach, CA on Saturday July 16, 2011. This year, the show got a new location, a new show day and a lower admission price. The Calendar Show moves from the Queen Mary Event Park […]
Spyke Inc. Acquires STD Development
Published by June 23rd, 2011 in Driveline, Editorial, Electrical and Engines.Spyke Inc, the company well known for its high torque starters & numerous electric components, has acquired STD Development a specialist in complete high performance engines, cases, heads, cylinders and driveline components for V-Twin motorcycles. The deal includes the brand name, the good will, all inventory, all CNC machinery, tooling, etc. It was years that STD Development was […]
Springer Front Ends By Bare Knuckle Choppers.
Published by June 23rd, 2011 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Suspension.Looking for a good Springer front end made in the USA? Looking for a different design and styling mixing old appearance and new technology? In wide glide, narrow or very narrow options? Doesn’t know how to order the correct length? First, Bare Knuckle Choppers ask you via a simple online form to take 3 critical measurements […]
Born between WWI and WWII, the Majectic was the creation of George Roy. At the time, he thought that to increase his chances of success he must build a model inspired by automobile design. And because art–deco style is big all over Europe, he creates this full body with louvers streamlined machine. Specifications are 500 […]
Get Your BAKER Transmission Installed In Sturgis
Published by June 22nd, 2011 in Customs, Driveline and Editorial.The official BAKER Drivetrain Install Team will be in Sturgis, South Dakota August 3, 2011 – August 12, 2011. It will be the only Rally BAKER will be providing installations at this year.Don’t miss this opportunity to have what all pros consider the smoothest, most efficient transmission available installed in your motorcycle by factory trained […]
Jay Leno Settles Legal Dispute Over One million Dollars Duesenberg
Published by June 22nd, 2011 in Builders, Editorial and Events.Saw it when I visited Jay Leno’s Garage. A 1931 Model J Drensenberg impeccably restored that Jay Leno bought rusted in 2005 in an auction for $180,000. When Mr Leno bought the car, it had languished in a leaky Manhattan garage for decades, and needed a lot of work. After he bought it the owner’s […]
ThunderMax® Adjustable Idle on a 2011 Road King®
Published by June 22nd, 2011 in Customs, Editorial, Engines and Videos.A lower idle will help your EFI H-D® Big Twin run cooler and improve the sound of your exhaust. This new “Low Idle” video demonstrates the adjustable idle feature available in the ThunderMax tuning software. This feature is available for both cable-throttle and throttle by wire applications. Tel: 410-579-3828. Zippers. ThunderMax.
Performance Machine Brake System For Harley-Davidson Trikes
Published by June 21st, 2011 in Brakes, Builders, Customs and Editorial.It was missing in the Performance Machine brakes line-up. No more. PM just announced the addition of their Stage I Brake System for Harley-Davidson trikes. Their engineers have combined their 4-piston caliper with the integrated race technology of their Rear Contour Master Cylinder to create an innovative brake system. “This new 4-piston system provides more […]
Harley-Davidson Water-Cooled Heads Patent
Published by June 21st, 2011 in Builders, Editorial, Engines and Events.The next 3 years are going to be very interesting. How Harley-Davidson, and other brands, are going to adjust to the very stringent US EPA emission regulations to kick in in 2013? A liquid cooled engine? Almost certain. When? Harley 2012 new bikes about to be unveiled seem to keep the V-Twin air-cooled engine with […]
By Brand Of Motorcycle. Top Ten Reasons Why Riders Don’t Wave Back.
Published by June 21st, 2011 in Editorial.1- Top Ten Reasons Why Harley Riders Don’t Wave Back. 10. Afraid it will invalidate warranty. 9. Leather and studs make it too heavy to raise arm. 8. Refuse to wave to anyone whose bike is already paid for. 7. Afraid to let go of handlebars because they might vibrate off. 6. Rushing wind would […]
2011 Easyriders Rodeo Tour About To Begin
Published by June 21st, 2011 in Customs, Editorial and Events.The Easyriders American Motorcycle Rodeo Action is about to begin. A lot of mud filled sliding and pulling, bar stool racing, trophy girl / wet t shirt contests, dyno drags, used parts corral, motorcycle exhibits, ride-in bike show, unlimited food and beer, and of course all this in a party atmosphere with live music from […]
The Harley-Davidson Rocker model has been controversial since day one. Many custom builders who have customized it will tell you that the bike, more than many other Harley factory models, needs some heavy “redo” in its geometry to turn it in a very cool ride. At the same time, they acknowledge that the Rocker has […]
Harley-Davidson 2012 Models. 2 New. 3 Discontinued. 103″ Engine.
Published by June 19th, 2011 in Builders, Editorial, Engines and Events.We will have to wait a little bit more to get all details and see the full line-up of the 2012 Harley models. But the California Environmental Protection Agency/Air Resources Board is already listing online all the Harley models that the Agency approved. You can see the list of the 2012 Harley bikes with engine […]
Gas tanks should always be rubber mounted, or face the consequences of gas leaks. .. Many mount kits already available and here is another one available from Boyd Motor Company, a full-service custom fabrication and parts facility in the foothills of Colorado owned by Ryan Boyd. Made at the shop, this new kit makes rubber […]
Affliction Gives Away 2 Custom Harley Davidson Motorcycles
Published by June 18th, 2011 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Merchandise.Bikers have a love/hate relation with Affliction clothing and gear. Probably because many wearing it are not bikers and prices, which in fact are justified by the amount of design and artwork involved. Anyway, you may not want to pass on your opportunity to win from the brand 1 of 2 custom Harley-davidson they created […]
SeatSecureTM was designed to meet the need of Harley owners concerned with the risk of theft of expensive custom solo seats running several 100’s of dollars. It protects that investment by securely attaching all seats (and luggage racks) held in place by the single or dual bolt system. The custom-designed SeatSecureTM features new, uniquely designed […]
1- Cycle World For Quick Sale Or To Shut Down? It’s no secret that things are quite bleak for almost all motorcycle print magazines. They continue to lose readers and to bleed subscribers. Most even ceased to publish any readership numbers, too afraid to scare away their remaining advertisers. Most have failed to recognize on […]
2012 Harley-Davidson Liquid Cooled Engines?
Published by June 17th, 2011 in Builders, Editorial and Events.At least 5 years that the rumor comes and go. But this time the rumor that Harley-Davidson would release very soon a liquid cooled line up, or at least a few models, is stronger than ever. Some even speculate that the 2012 models year could be Harley-Davidson historic switch from air to liquid cooled motorcycles. […]
