Because of high unemployment and low consumer confidence and consequently low big cruisers sales, the Daytona motorcycle landscape has changed quite a bit. I confirm that the Rossmeyer’s family has its Harley-Davidson Fort Lauderdale, Pompano Beach and Sunrise dealerships for sale (all in South Florida). Some continue to state that Fort-Lauderdale is under contract (not […]
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Erik Buell Racing launches Its First New Motorcycle
Published by March 3rd, 2010 in Builders, Editorial and Events.It didn’t take long to Erik Buell to launch its first new first model. The 1190R is based on the Buell 1125R and 1125RR, offers increased engine displacement, with a complete kit of Superbike level components. This model is for race only as you remember that Erik Buell is prevented by contract with Harley-davidson to […]
I am not into biker jewelry, but still admire what Ben Hopson & Glen Liberman have created. This stainless ring features six micro-precision gears that turn in unison when the outer rims are spun. Very fast forward thinking. A good piece of conversation wherever you go. Available for purchase in four standard US ring sizes: […]
Custom Harley-Davidson Cross Bones. Petrali Style.
Published by March 2nd, 2010 in Builders, Customs and Editorial.Last weekend in London, The Ace Cafe Motorcycle & Custom Show (affiliated with the AMD European Championship Of Bike Building) had quite a few very cool bikes on display. In the “Modified Harley-Davidson Class” and although it was not the winner, I like this bike called the “24” because it’s the best custom “Harley Cross Bones” […]
Most tattoos are about images conveying a message. But what about tattoo typography? Isn’t the written word even stronger to deliver a specific message? It’s even more efficient if you use typography turning letters into images to make your words looking like beautiful tattoos.
2010 Analysts Prediction. Down Year Ahead For Harley-Davidson. Recovery Near.
Published by March 2nd, 2010 in Editorial.Although Wall Streeters don’t have a magic crystal ball, it’s always interesting to read what the pundits think of the Harley-Davidson stock (HOG). 75% of analysts agree on the following: In a survey of 70 dealers the retail market remains soft, with factors such as high unemployment and bad weather to blame, dealers expect to […]
Daytona Antique And Classic Motorcycle Auction Is Saturday March 6, 2010
Published by March 2nd, 2010 in Builders and Events.Every year, Bator International Auctions organizes the Daytona Antique And Classic Motorcycle Auction. A lot of great pieces are going to change hands. It is just a 10 minutes drive west o Daytona in Deland and it starts at 9 am. Stetson University – Edmunds Center. 143 Pennsylvania Avenue. And if you are not in […]
The Definitive Photograph of Indian Larry
Published by March 2nd, 2010 in Editorial and Merchandise.To commemorate the fifth anniversary of Indian Larry’s untimely death, internationally acclaimed portrait photographer Tom Zimberoff has announced the availability of three sets of original, museum-quality prints memorializing Larry’s legendary pose atop his bobber “Grease Monkey.” These are not cheap copies of a photograph but the real deal, each one a museum-quality original, affordably priced. Available directly from the artist, […]
Harley-Davidson Studded Camera Cases
Published by March 2nd, 2010 in Builders, Editorial and Merchandise.It’s Daytona Bike Week. Your brought your camera to immortalize the 2010 edition. You ride a Harley and of course you are going to visit at least one time one of the 2 local authorized dealers (Harley Daytona on Beach Street and Rossmeyer’s Destination Daytona in Ormond Beach). New on the shelves, a series of […]
Awesome Vintage Motorcycle Rocket Science.
Published by March 1st, 2010 in Builders, Customs and Editorial.Don’t know what will be said in a century about some of today’s builders and custom bikes, but our motorcycle history is rich of crazy people having conceived insane and beautiful machines. I learned that Adam Opel, the founder in 1863 of German automobile company Opel, had a grandson called Fritz Von Opel quite obsessed […]
Daytona Bike Week. Antique Motorcycle Meet.
Published by February 28th, 2010 in Builders, Editorial and Events.Since Friday until today, the Sunshine Chapter of the AMCA – Antique Motorcycle Club Of Amerca – is meeting in Eustis (it’s southwest of Daytona). A lot of beautiful restored antique motorcycles born before most of us…If you read this, please rush there to admire part of our motorcycle history preserved by true bikers. Support […]
Saw this new cool looking Arlen Ness wheel during the V-Twin Expo. It extends the Arlen Ness “Deep Cut” line of controls and other wheel models. Available in black anodizing or chrome, this wheel is manufactured in the USA and has been tested, like all the line up, to the most stringent standards. For 2010 […]
Daytona Bike Week. Save Fuel. Thundermax AutoTune Installation.
Published by February 28th, 2010 in Customs, Editorial, Engines and Events.During large biker events, some big names of the industry will do your product installation. Your opportunity to save a lot of money, time and in this case…fuel when riding your way back home. If you go or are already in Daytona for Bike week, and if your bike is a 2001-2010 Harley Big Twin, […]
For those who succeeded to escape the US northeast heavy snow storm, it’s much better. But temperatures in Daytona are not what they are supposed to be at this time of the year. Hot chocolate, cappuccino and latte are competing with beer… Thought my iPhone was frozen when I read the 37F temperature this morning […]
Sucker Punch Sally’s During Daytona Bike Week
Published by February 28th, 2010 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.Following your questions to me revolving around “Will they be there in Daytona and where?” I will try to write as much as possible about those, builders and parts vendors who I know made the trip to the 69th edition of Bike week. One of them is Sucker Punch Sally’s already setup at Bruce Rossmeyer’s […]
Daytona Bike Week. Antique, Chopper And Car Shows At The Limpnickie Lot.
Published by February 27th, 2010 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.During Bike Week, 2 events of interest at the Stone Edge Skate Park located at 1848 South Ridgewood Ave in South Daytona Beach. On Wednesday March 3rd, for the second year, the AMCA (Antique Motorcycle Club Of America) will host an Antique Bike Show. The show is open to all motorcycles at least 35 years old. The […]
Legend Air Suspensions Tells You The Easy Way To Make $100. Several Times.
Published by February 27th, 2010 in Customs, Editorial and Suspension.In honor of their 10-year Anniversary, Legend Air Suspensions is offering $100 to the referring Legend customer and $100 off the purchase of a Legend Air Suspension System for their friend. Referring customers will be paid for as many friends as they refer within limited time offer. Legend Air Suspension offers suspension systems offering quality […]
Daytona Bike Week. Arlin Fatland. Another Godfather Of Choppers Celebrates 40 Years In The Motorcycle Industry
Published by February 27th, 2010 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.For this tribute to Arlin Fatland, I lend my keyboard to industry friend and photo journalist Steve Kelly. “Arlin Fatland, has reached a landmark few will ever attain, 40-years in the custom motorcycle industry. He is both Custom Bike Builder extraordinaire and owner of the infamous 2-Wheelers. Arlin is also, without a doubt, a razor sharp businessman. […]
Harley-Davidson Launches “Ride Easy Guarantee” Campaign To Sell Its Remaining New 2009 Models
Published by February 26th, 2010 in Builders, Editorial and Events.This Harley-Davidson program is called the “Ride Easy Guarantee” and runs until March 31, 2010. The objective is to get rid f all new 2009 models still sitting in dealerships. 3 different stimulus packages are offered. 1-Low monthly payment options are available on all new 2009 Harley-Davidson Sportster motorcycles. 2- All new 2009 Softail® and […]
2 Wheel Ventures Acquires Assets From Ridley Motorcycle Company
Published by February 26th, 2010 in Builders, Customs and Editorial.In a press release, Jay Ridley (son of Ridley Motorcycle Co. founder Clay Ridley) announced that his company 2 Wheel Ventures has acquired the intellectual property and some remaining tangible assets of the Ridley Motorcycle Company, the brand of fully automatic street/cruiser motorcycles.
2010 Daytona Bike Week. First Impressions.
Published by February 26th, 2010 in Editorial and Events.Difficult to forecast what will be the attendance during the next 10 days. Economy is not the only factor. Weather too. Not only in Daytona, but also up-north where a brutal winter may incite many to flee for some sun and fun. Historically very snowy winters are good for Daytona Bike Week. But in this economy context and […]
Battistinis New Spherical Foot Pegs
Published by February 26th, 2010 in Builders, Controls, Customs and Editorial.Step by step, part after part, hole after hole…Rikki Battistini is covering the full range of products you can bolt on your bike. Keeping the same theme, the beauty of his lineup (pun intended) is that his all his designs are coherent as a whole but that each part mixes very well many other parts […]
An 85-year-old man was requested by his Doctor for a sperm count as part of his physicalexam. The doctor gave the man a jar and said, ‘Take this jar home and bring back a semen sample tomorrow. The next day the 85-year-old man reappeared at the doctor’s office and gave him the jar, which was […]
American Suspension Custom Harley-Davidson Bagger Legs
Published by February 25th, 2010 in Customs, Editorial and Suspension.Under the name Nomad, American Suspension offers a choice of 3 leg designs for Harley-Davidson Baggers from year 2000 and up. They feature “hidden” axle (1″, 25 mm or 3/4″) and adjustable height fender brackets. For those opting to use a Fat Boy front fender on their bagger, a popular choice, a kit is available. […]
Triumph Motorcycles got the magic touch and attacts more and more buyers. Defying the recession, the company market share continued to increase in the US in 2009 and every year since 2005. The company celebrates its 100,000th motorcycle since its return to North America in 1995 and just annouced at its Dealer Conference in Orlando that it will expand its […]
Holger Mohr. 2010 V-Twin Expo Industry Leader Of The Year.
Published by February 25th, 2010 in Editorial and Events.As I reported from the V-Twin Expo on February 6th, Holger Mohr, President and CEO of Custom Chrome International was awarded the 2010 Easyriders Industry Leader of the Year Award. The award is given to the company who, in the eyes of Paisano Publications staff, is the industry leader having shown unparalleled vision, strategy and dynamic business […]
