Wall Of Death shows are still a staple for entertainment during our big rallies. Derived directly from US motorcycle board track or motordrome racing in the early 1900s, the very first carnival motordrome appeared at Coney Island amusement park (New York) in 1911. The following year portable tracks began to appear on traveling carnivals and […]
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Roll Up, Roll Up, It’s Thrills. It’s Spills. It’s the Amazing Wall Of Death.
Published by April 3rd, 2010 in Editorial.Time for you to show your customizing skills. Save image file. Print it. Color it. Show it to your kids. If they don’t like the coloring… Repeat! You have all weekend. Happy Easter to all bikers.
Custom Chrome 40th Anniversary Speedway Harley Bagger
Published by April 2nd, 2010 in Builders, Customs and Editorial.As I reported before, this Harley Bagger is one of the 2 customs that Custom Chrome commissioned to celebrate its 40th Anniversary. Built by Kirk Taylor from Custom Design Studios, I had the opportunity to check it out while I was at the Dealers Expo in San Jose, CA. This bike showcases what can be […]
If you are a shop owner, maybe you have already lent a lift & some tools to a good client wishing to do some work on his bike. If you did, I am certain that it was an exceptional gesture. But do you know that a new shop concept seems to emerge from our recession. […]
New Wimmer Ultra Sucker Air Cleaner
Published by April 2nd, 2010 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Engines.Wimmer Custom Cycle specialty is intakes and this “Ultra Sucker” air cleaner is the latest addition. It is designed to work with all American V-Twin motors, both with carburetors and fuel injection systems including DBW. Wimmer states that it provides better airflow, so increasing engine performance. CNC machined in the US and offered either in […]
I think it’s quite beautiful. This Indian Chief Trike is a joint project between Hannigan Trikes and the Indian Motorcycle Company. As Indian states “an awesome example of beauty and beast.” I am told that it took a great deal of time in development and engineering. And I believe it. Sweet, and for now it […]
Today, when you keyword “Cyril Huze” or whatever you are searching on the Internet, you can say you’re “Topekaing.” For one day, today April 1st, Google has changed its name to Topeka. Topeka is the city in Kansas that recently changed its name to Google for one month in hopes of being selected as a […]
The Story Of The World’s First 30” Front Wheeled Harley-Davidson Bagger
Published by April 1st, 2010 in Builders, Chassis, Customs, Editorial and Wheels.Last January, when I published the stated first 30” wheel, it provoked a lot of passionate comments in my Blog . Both regarding its size and the tire necessary to dress it. Controversy amplified when I informed you that its first use will be as a Bagger front wheel. Like many professionals, I had the […]
Hitler Wants To Ride A Harley To Sturgis
Published by April 1st, 2010 in Builders, Editorial and Videos.The Art Of Scott Jacobs. The Complete Works.
Published by April 1st, 2010 in Books, Editorial and Painters.Scott ’s brand new 400-page coffee table book detailing his incredible career spanning over 30 years isl available to the public. This is the most comprehensive retrospective of his life and artworks ever compiled including interviews, pictures of ALL his paintings, pictures and comments by celebrity collectors, stories and family photos. In pre-ordering through Scott […]
Insurance Institute For Highway Safety. Safety Courses Don’t Reduce Motorcycle Accidents
Published by March 31st, 2010 in Editorial.Riders training not preventing collisions? A motorcycle safety study to be released this week by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (a U.S. non-profit organization funded by auto insurers in 1959) found that young riders taking safety courses before getting their motorcycle licenses doesn’t reduce their likelihood of crashing. The safety research group, funded by the insurance […]
AMD European Championship Of Bike Building
Published by March 31st, 2010 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.During last weekend Custom Chrome Europe Dealer Show in Mainz, Germany (show 12th edition and company 40th anniversary) 119 custom motorcycles were competing in the AMD European Championship Of Bike Building. Top 3 winners get a free trip to Sturgis to compete in the World Championship. I hope to feature some of these bikes very […]
Picture Of The Week. Harley-Davidson Hot Rod Limousine
Published by March 31st, 2010 in Builders and Editorial.Of course, works well for parades and weddings, but also to compete in the Rat’s Hole Show to win a trophy in “Most Unusual Class” Let’s just regret that the Harley driving force didn’t receive the same radical hot rod treatment. (sent by Jeff Nicklus)
Custom Softail Harley Trike In A Box
Published by March 31st, 2010 in Builders, Customs and Editorial.This Softail is sold as a kit or as a turnkey package as pictured and comes complete with Independent Suspension, trike chassis, main body which includes trunk lid, hinges and remote operated latch and carpet, custom seat, rear fenders, rear taillights, and license plate frame. Custom options consist of matching spoke wheels with tires, Vance […]
Harley-Davidson New Australian Headquarters
Published by March 30th, 2010 in Builders and Editorial.Since I love architecture, I can’t resist showing you the new Harley-Davidson headquarters in Sydney, Australia. Architects at Tony Owen Partners gave the building very futuristic lines, but inside they tried to express the curves of the motorcycles. Sort of…
New Stretched Motorcycle Bags And Fenders. The Way Harley-Davidson Makes Them.
Published by March 30th, 2010 in Chassis, Customs and Editorial.Harley-Davidson makes its touring bags out of ABS (PPO/PA Plastic). Most after-market companies make theirs out of fiberglass and some out of carbon fiber.
“He Who Dies With The Most Toys Wins”. Even when riding wearing a full-face helmet and sunglasses Brad Pitt can’t escape the paparazzi. Which is a way for us to keep track of the number of custom motorcycles he keeps in his Hollywood Hills home. The latest one looks like a Jesse Rooke Customs (to […]
Sometimes, looking in my digital files, I find a motorcycle that I forgot to feature when it appeared on the custom scene. This one last year at he AMD World Championship Of Bike Building. Not my style, but some of you like the “radical over the top” look. What will surprise you is that it […]
Motorcycle Rigid Frames Best Friend
Published by March 29th, 2010 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Suspension.Too old for riding a rigid? Back issues? Maybe shocks installed under your solo seat may help turn your grimaces into a smile. Chopper Shox is one of the original seat suspension companies and provides kits for domestic and foreign Motorcycles offering a superior ride over traditional springs. You can even order depending on your weight. […]
Ol’ Rusty By Custom Motorcycle Builder Steve Brew Garn
Published by March 29th, 2010 in Builders, Customs and Editorial.Is it a new trend for some? I already know of a few custom motorcycle builders who are devoting some time designing and building one-off bicycles. Is it because as teenagers it’s the way they learn their welding skills? A little bit more time on their hands because business has slowed down? The request of […]
As I announced on March 11, 2010 a company called Warbikes LLC out of Midland, TX is producing an online video series for historic warplane and custom motorcycle enthusiasts. The whole purpose of this project is to honor the flying machines that helped make America what it is today by producing custom motorcycles able to […]
Hooligan Wheel For Bad Boys With Bad Bikes
Published by March 28th, 2010 in Customs, Editorial and Wheels.European love performance bikes. Especially Germans. So, they produce a lot of cool parts still rarely seen here except on high end custom bikes because of an unfavorable exchange rate between the Euro & the US dollar (1.33). Still, many fall in love with their wheels, often seen on Harley-Davidson V-Rods. Like this bad boy […]
If a product has “Fix It” written all over it, I can’t avoid looking at what it can be in case it can be used at the shop. As a matter of fact you can use it at work, not on a bike, but on you. Scraped, burned or cut yourself? Of course it happens […]
Arlen Ness Bike Show Is April 17-18.
Published by March 27th, 2010 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.The 4th Annual Arlen Ness Bike Show is scheduled for April 17-18 at the San Mateo County Event Center, San Mateo, CA. A show including a Swap Meet Space, a lot of vendors and of course a Bike Show with the best of California custom builders. There will be 42 bike categories covering all styles […]
Custom Harley-Davidson Gauge Kits For Softail And Bagger Models
Published by March 27th, 2010 in Customs, Editorial and Electrical.These custom Harley-davidson gauges deserve your customizing dollars. Nu Image already manufactures very cool stainless steel gauges for many models, but I am showing you only the most recent face kits, these ones for 2000-2010 harley-davidson Harley Softails and Baggers. They outfit your stock gauges, are installed and serviced by their trained technicians, and I […]
If you are a fan of Rolling Stones co-founder and guitarist Keith Richards (no, it’s not Keef Richards), you know that his skull ring has an iconic status and is a Rock and Roll powerful symbol. He wears it since he received it in 1978 as a birthday present. The original was created in their […]
