A new painting from Stefanie Aziere-Sattler depicting 2 women racing each other. As a matter of fact The Motorcycle Hall of Fame Museum in Sturgis has requested a Print to be on display this year with the Special Women in Racing edition they have done on Laura Klock and Her Daughters, Erica and Karlee Cobb. […]
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S&S Cycle Launches The Flathead K Bobb
Published by June 4th, 2009 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Engines.You know S&S Cycle as a leading manufacturer of performance engines and replacement parts for v-twin motorcycles for over 50 years.. And now, a first: S&S® Cycle Inc. introduces the K Bobb, a complete vintage reproduction motorcycle under the Flathead Power™ brand. This fully functional display bike is modeled after a customized 1946 FLH bobber. […]
Last week, I just had to write that the UK Custom Motorcycle Scene was a little bit dull to receive a flow of bike pictures coming from English Magazine Back Street Heroes. And I liked this one, a 1958 Ariel Red Hunter 350 cc built about two years ago by Rob ‘Billy Whiz’ Willis in his […]
Harbortown Bobber DVD Preview
Published by June 4th, 2009 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Videos.From directors Zach Coffman and Scott Di Lalia of the motorcycle movies “Choppertown”, “The Sinners” and “Brittown” comes a new motorcycle fabrication documentary called “Harbortown Bobber”. The DVD should be ready by the end of July and you will be able to order it at Choppertown or Harbortown Bobber websites.
Although I must have been “briefed” by about 2 dozens of manufacturers wanting me to endorse their products I am not an expert in bike wash and detailing. I just know 1- the meaning of clean when I see it. 2- that you are better off to do it yourself than to give your bike […]
Thought that a lot of you could make a funny comment. So here’s the deal. Write a comment showing your humor. Make my readers laugh. I will pick the funniest line, contact its author via email and he will receive one of my tees, of course free of charge. Let’s get started…
Laurent Dutruel Show, Street And Race Bike
Published by June 3rd, 2009 in Builders, Customs and Events.To build a custom bike able at the same time to win prestigious bike shows, perform on the street, race…and win a record in Bonneville is an arduous challenge that very few custom builders have given to themselves… As far as I know, Roger Goldammer from Canada and Fred Krugger from Belgium are the only […]
Broken Spoke Saloon Laconia Extravaganza
Published by June 3rd, 2009 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.The 86th Annual Laconia Motorcycle Week begins June 13th located at 1072 Watson Road (Route 3) in Laconia, has lined up new entertainment. Not only the sexiest barmaids serving long neck bottles but this year a Bike Build-Off between Chica & Paul Cox, free live music every day and night, wild rides on the mechanical […]
Ural released a new model called the Ural T Sidecar Motorcycle. For $9999 you are certain to make your neighbors worry about your intentions, and probably will get more looks in the streets than any top of the line custom motorcycle featured in Easyriders. Perfect for summer country rides and I guarantee that your kid […]
Who doesn’t like the look of car knock off wheels? Thanks to a company called Bike Builders Bible, you can now give the 60’s look to your custom motorcycle. The company offers a series of wheels in many styles and sizes for most stock and custom applications, all available with a compatible knock off. If […]
Indian Motorcycle Charlotte Price Reductions
Published by June 2nd, 2009 in Builders, Editorial and Events.The most recent news I got from Indian Motorcycle is that the objective of 700 bikes for 2009 will be reached (750 are being produced). Today, the flagship Indian Motorcycle Dealership in Charlotte, NC announced a major price reduction on only one model: the Indian Chief Standard Long fender Chief Standard reduced by $2,499. Short […]
Question 1: Can I mix viscosity grades? Spectro Answer: Yes, you can and no harm will be done. Topping up with 10w40, if its all you have available, will not injure the 20w50 in your crankcase. It will, however, lower the overall viscosity of your crankcase oil to a certain extent. This will cause no […]
A One-Million Mile Ride On A Harley-Davidson Gets You A Free Brand New One
Published by June 2nd, 2009 in Builders and Events.Former State Senator Dave Zien of Eau Claire bought new his 91 Harley FXRT and hit the 1 million-mile mark on April 4. As amazing, Dave kept all his gas receipts and repair records to prove every mile of his 18-year ride! The Factory is so proud of him that it was decided to give […]
Don’t know much about this retro looking custom sport bike, but I think it’s worth publishing in my Blog. On this one, bare steel and aluminum is the real deal. It was built by a shop called Krazy Horse Custom Cycles in England, a country whose custom motorcycle scene is a little bit too tame. […]
Custom Motorcycle Builders Talk About The 360 Brake
Published by June 1st, 2009 in Brakes, Builders, Customs, Videos and Wheels.Laconia Jamboree Bike Show and Swap Meet On June 13th
Published by June 1st, 2009 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.During your stay in Laconia, don’t miss the 3rd edition on June 13th. It’s for all the do-it-yourself, grass roots motorcycle builders and wave a giant middle finger into the face of the standard Laconia Bike Week scene. As the organizers states it: “We are the loud and obnoxious throwback to days past when owning […]
Mac Motorcycles. The 60’s Revisited With A Buell Engine.
Published by June 1st, 2009 in Builders and Customs.Don’t you love when you hear about a new company releasing concept bikes with the objective of becoming the new hit of the motorcycle industry? I do. And this story comes from the UK where very little was happening during these last 15 years when you […]
Tired of using those old kick arms that flop back to the kick position every time you ride? The boys at Nash Motorcycle state that they solved this problem. Developed and Patented by John Grant, machined into the arm of the Swift Kick are rare earth magnets that hold the kick pedal in place when […]
Bagger Anti Rattle Shift Linkages
Published by May 31st, 2009 in Accessories, Controls and Editorial.Improve a little bit your bagger by using these Softbrake shift linkage arms in conjunction with spring loaded spacers and caps. The combo will help you eliminate that annoying rattle and cover the end of the stock shaft inner shift arms. These linkage arms are direct replacements for OEM inner arms found on 1982 to […]
Jesse James Is A Dead Man TV Show Starts Tomorrow
Published by May 30th, 2009 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Videos.Just a reminder that Jesse James’s new TV Show on Spike will air its first episode tomorrow Sunday at 10PM ET/9C. No, Jesse Jesse doesn’t have a death wish. What you will see are not stunts but challenges. Quite different. Don’t worry, Jesse already shot all 10 episodes a few months ago, and except a few […]
Source Interlink Gets Approval On Restructuring Plan
Published by May 30th, 2009 in Editorial and Events.As I reported 1 month ago, Source Interlink (75 publications and related websites including including motorcycle magazines Hot Bike, Street Chopper, Baggers, Motorcycle Cruiser, Motorcyclist, etc) filed for chapter 11-bankruptcy protection and at the same time submitted to the court a “pre-pack” reorganization plan. A “pre-pack” is a court proceeding in which the creditors will be paid […]
A little 10-year-old girl was walking home, alone, from school one day, when a big man on a black motorcycle pulls up beside her. After following along for a while, turns to her and asks: “Hey there little girl, do you want to go for a ride?”. “NO!” says the little girl as she keeps […]
Allstate Insurance Motorcycle Sweepstake
Published by May 29th, 2009 in Builders, Customs and Events.All big insurance companies are courting Bikers. And one of the best ways is to do it is to offer them a chance to win a custom motorcycle. You don’t need to be insured by Allstate or to buy anything. Of course you will need to give your full contact information which will feed a […]
Tennessee Big Mountain Run Is June 18/20th
Published by May 29th, 2009 in Builders, Customs and Events.The Big Mountain Run location is off the beaten path, a very laid back Tennessee setting. It will start with a two day Gypsy tour of the Smokey Mountains including a visit to the “Wheels Through Time Museum”, and a run on both the Dragon (US129) and the Cherohola Skyway. The run will end at the […]
When you choose a motorcycle helmet, you are supposed to check quietness, ventilation/air flow, de-fogging, face shield (if any) ability to keep wind out, face shield ability to resist scratching, ease of replacing it, scratch resistance of shell, color/graphic design, weight, ease of fastening the strap and last, fit and comfort. J.D. Power & Associates, […]
Former Mid-West Choppers Owner Chip Miyler Guilty Of Fraud
Published by May 28th, 2009 in Builders, Customs and Editorial.Chip Miyler and his wife were until October 14, 2005 the owners of Mid-West Choppers in Illinois, at which time they filed for both business and personal bankruptcy. According the filing, the business had liabilities of $2,315,325 and assets of $635,382. Personally, the couple had $1,633,221 in liabilities and $345,287 in assets. As I related in […]
