Boardtracking and Dirttracking, You can’t get enough of these legendary racing machines and always want to learn more. Dale Walksler, founder of the Wheels Through Time Museum in Maggie Valley NC, a world’s premier collection of more than 300 antique American motorcycles, introduces you to 2 historic Indians. Watch and learn.
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A very cool looking gas tank to be mounted Frisco Style (high on frame backbone) for a true old school attitude. Extra arched on top with 2 recessed side panels is also an excellent canvas for creative paint jobs, although keeping it raw polished and cleared looks awesome, too. Gas tank bottom is fitted with […]
Evidently, all manufacturers want you to demo their bikes. This year, Harley-Davidson and Victory are making huge efforts to convince you to twist the throttle of their new models and to compare to what you currently ride… or to what you just test rode at the competitor demo site. Victory incites you by offering you […]
Royal Enfield, the only motorcycle brand to span three centuries and still going, is a brand with a lot of interesting stories. One of them that is not frequently mentioned is that in the 60’s a certain Leo Davenport convinced racing champion Geoff Duke to work for the company, with the collaboration resulting of the […]
A Harley Rocker C. The client wanted a badass bike (they all do…), a look and stance that demanded respect, a sleek yet tough silhouette taking influences from his Overfinch Custom Range Rover (a strange idea if you ask me…), wide bars, big rear end, black with detailing, clean looking and muscular. The result is […]
Victory Cross Country Recall. A recent recall announcement filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration include reports of flawed motorcycle handlebar assemblies on certain Victory Cross Country motorcycles from the 2011 model year that could cause riders to suddenly lose control. Problem comes from improperly machined handlebar clamps or risers, and as a result […]
Sport Bikers Shut Down Highway, Do Stunts. Police Can Only Watch.
Published by June 5th, 2011 in Editorial, Events and Videos.It happened in Texas last weekend. In Dallas, a group of sport bike riders want to pay tribute to 2 fallen buddies. They block traffic on 75 Central Expressway, do tricks, paint the highway. Police officers show up but can only watch bikers escape because of a strict department chase policy. Reaction of bikers who […]
Most of you don’t wear a tie, so don’t expect (?) to receive one for Father’s Day (June 19.) What about a belt better than other belts. A Fire Hose Belt handmade from previously used fire hoses. Talk about recycling… Each one is unique and may include some distress marks proving it has seen some action […]
New Harley-Davidson Vintage Distressed Brown Leather Badlander Seat
Published by June 4th, 2011 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Seats.Harley-Davidson extends its Distressed Brown Leather Collection with this new Badlander® Seat ($479.95.) It offers a low-and-lean, frame-hugging profile, now covered in rich, brown leather that has the warm feel of a well-worn bomber jacket.
Build Your Own Custom Bike Under The Supervision Of A Pro Custom Builder
Published by June 4th, 2011 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.It’s called the BYOB (Build Your Own Bike). An idea of JC & Jimmie at Three Two Choppers. The program is for all those who have thought about building their own motorcycles but don’t know how to start. You know how to turn a wrench, but don’t feel you have all the knowledge needed to […]
Mini Stinger Turn Signal By Headwinds
Published by June 3rd, 2011 in Customs, Editorial and Electrical.Headwinds®, one of the leaders in custom headlights, introduces their smallest turn signal to date, the 1” Stinger! As simple as it can be and featuring, like the company’s headlights, a screw-in bezel and a single filament MR8 20W halogen bulb. Supplied with amber lenses, with red or clear lenses sold separately. A vibration isolation feature […]
In Dr. Pepper Commercial Paul Teutul Sr. Is A Fag
Published by June 3rd, 2011 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Videos.In this Dr. Pepper Commercial, American Chopper Paul Teutul Sr. misinterprets the reply of a young man to who he asks if he recommends the soft drink. For those who don’t understand right away, It’s a South Park parody. In the TV series South Park (season 13 episode 12 “The F Word”) Fag (Făg) is […]
Put back some some spark in your relationship… Let’s do it again. Write in “comments” the best headline for this picture. The winner, chosen by a non-biased jury (me, of course) will receive a free Cyril Huze tee-shirt, shipping at my expense. Be creative, be funny.
First Victory Police Motorcycles Delivered
Published by June 2nd, 2011 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.On February 28th, I reported the launch of Victory Police Motorcycles, not a division born at Polaris Industries headquarters, but from the initiative of a Victory Dealer in Tucson Arizona (Mike Shultz and Nita Buckner) with the support of a motor officer named Shawn Ramsey. The enterprise was founded on the belief of its founders […]
James Maund is a third generation parts maker based in Los Angeles. There he specializes in old motorcycles and what can make them run and look better. To his line of parts he just added this Brake Vent designed to fit most drum brake plates which, in most cases, are very bland. So now you […]
Unrestored Running 1915 Indian. A Fire Breathing Monster.
Published by June 2nd, 2011 in Builders, Editorial and Videos.This bike was found dismantled in an Australian collection. Starting a 1915 Indian 61 boardtrack racer. It was a time when when men were racing with wide open throttle, no brakes and a strong faith in God…. See the flames coming out of the ported cylinder heads.
It’s a Craftsman Snap On Matco Toolbox sticker label decal for sale on eBay. $7.00 with free shipping. Rush if you want one. Jump THERE. (thanks Tim Meritt)
NAACP Files Class Action Lawsuit Againt Myrtle Beach For Alleged Discrimination During Black Bike Week
Published by June 1st, 2011 in Editorial and Events.The 2011 Black Bike Week (May 26-30) in Myrtle Beach, SC just ended and the NAACP has already filed a class action lawsuit against the city for its alleged pattern of discrimination against black bikers. Each year the civil rights group is in town to monitor fairness of rally compared to the Harley-Davidson event held […]
Fantasizing Of Becoming Bonneville New Rollie Free (Part 2)
Published by June 1st, 2011 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.Laurent Dutruel at Zen Motorcycles is closer to his Bonneville dream. His custom bike, a tribute to Masayuki Morimoto’s boardtracker Harley, is completed and first road tests and tuning are going on (see video after the jump.) Laurent Dutruel will try to nail a land speed record in the 1000 A-PG class, (less than 1000 […]
From the western part of the Netherlands, or Holland, some high tech ligthing for those who want to put touches of Extreme on their bikes. They are Europe compliant, so they are here in the US. The chrome headlight is sold with its bracket working with most Harley and custom triple trees. Headlamp is of […]
Sturgis Motorcycle Rally, Inc. Gets Judgment Against Little Sturgis Rally & Races.
Published by May 31st, 2011 in Events.Officials with Sturgis Motorcycle Rally, Inc. announced today that they have settled the lawsuit with a Kentucky entity formerly billing itself as the “Little Sturgis Rally.” As a part of the agreement, the Kentucky group has agreed to change both its corporate and trade name, eliminating the word mark Sturgis® when used in connection with […]
New Intake System For Harley Davidson Touring Models with Fly-By-Wire
Published by May 31st, 2011 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Engines.Barons Custom Accessories introduces their new BAK Intake System for Harley Davidson touring models with Fly-By-Wire. Barons Custom Accessories BAK is flow bench and dyno designed for substantially increased horsepower and torque. The kit features a chromed billet cover in your choice of Enferno, Smooth, Flame, Contract Cut Pinstripe, Pinup Girl (Danni Doll) or Comet […]
For The Price Of A Brand New Sportster. PiCycle Electric Bike.
Published by May 31st, 2011 in Editorial.Zero emission during 20 miles cruising at 30 mph without pedaling…Powered by a 48 volt brushless DC motor, this hybrid electric/muscle got n internal hub transmission with shift-on-the-fly capabilities, as well as a belt drive system, hydraulic brakes, a suspension seat post, a lacquer finish and a cool arched design. Italian racing red or Black […]
Before you are tempted to send me flames, let me mention very clearly that this is not a political post – I don’t write any in my blog – and that my statements would be the same with any politician of either side. During this Memorial Day weekend, the “Rolling Thunder” brings street closures, sound […]
Jimmy Lee and JC Coen are 2 brothers who, after customizing bikes for friends and themselves during 18 years, have made the big jump into the world of Pro Custom Building. And although most would consider that these last years were the less favorable to get started in the industry, their shop Three-Two Choppers in […]
Clear Paint Guard Kit Protects Your Touring Bike Saddlebag Lids
Published by May 30th, 2011 in Accessories, Builders, Customs and Editorial.Sorry ladies. You are often responsible for a lot of scuffs and chips on saddlebag painted lid surfaces (I admit, we would not do better if we would ride in the back.) The new Transparent Paint Guard Kit for Saddlebag Lids (P/N 11100028, $79.95) from Harley-Davidson® Genuine Motor Accessories is designed to protect saddlebag lids […]
