Difficult to believe that the Teutels are returning to The Learning Channel for a 6th season of “American Chopper”. Like it or not, it is the proof that they still have a very large audience. Trust me, TV channels are not in the charity business and only go to programming bringing a big audience = commercial advertising […]
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American Chopper Kicks Off 6th Season
Published by April 12th, 2009 in Builders, Customs and Editorial.Hot from the CNC machine and just landing here from Sweden, a new quite good looking jockey shift with integrated lever for hydraulic operation. The jokey shift comes as a complete kit with a mounting braket utilizing the rear engine mount for big twins(not Twin cam),and steel braided hydraulic clutch line. You can call Martin in […]
Spectro Answers Your Motorcycle Oil Questions.
Published by April 11th, 2009 in Driveline and Engines.Question 1: My dealer says I have to use the OEM lubricant in my motorcycle or my warranty is void. Answer: This is not true and may, in fact, be illegal. Have the dealer put this in writing on his letterhead. We doubt he will. All you need to do to fulfill your warranty requirements […]
Got an old “Flatty”? (I am searching for a good one..). Look at what you can do with it when using the new components offered by Paughco to resurrect the 45’s. You can buy from them their new rigid frame and transmission plate (don’t use the 3-speed an […]
Very interesting series of microphone inspired taillights for your retro or vintage project. They are cast in aluminum and also available in yellow or red brass (my preference). Bolted to a powder coated computer cut bracket they are ready to plug & play day & night. $250. Available at a small shop in Texas called […]
It’s again this time of the year when eggs and other treats are going to be delivered and hidden by the Easter Bunny with children looking for them when they wake up Saturday morning. So, enjoy your Easter Weekend, indulge yourself with some chocolate stolen from your kids, and ride safe with your friends.
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Black Leather, Fast Bike And Greasy Hair. Is It You?
Published by April 9th, 2009 in Builders, Customs and Events.If it is…read this letter sent to me by Mike Seate, publisher of the Café Racer Magazine. “Build ‘Em Up, Show ‘Em Off. Got something cool, fast and sleek in your garage? Café Racer magazine, the U.S.-based quarterly, is hosting a trio of Ride-In Bike Shows this summer. The first event jumps off on June […]
The “custom Chrome Europe Dealer Show” attracts builders from all over Europe but also custom bikes from all kind of pedigrees. And only a flamboyant Italian could build such an outrageous Ducati. Did you say speed and style? Worls well with girls of all nationalities. No website, but an email if you want to know more about […]
Hitting The Race Track With The New RevTech 125″
Published by April 8th, 2009 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Engines.Need to evaluate a new engine? To convince all the custom motorcycle scene to use it? Just ask a couple of well-known Custom Builders to build a custom bike fitted with your new motor and send them speeding around a racetrack. It’s exactly what Custom Chrome did with their brand new RevTech 125”, proposing Builders […]
Old School Chopper Built In The United Arab Emirates!
Published by April 8th, 2009 in Builders, Customs and Editorial.Never thought that in the United Arab Emirates they were guys building old school choppers. And you must admit that he looks very good and… very American. One of the most crowd pleasing custom bikes during the “Custom Chrome Europe Dealer Show”. And it had nothing to do with the model standing by (pictures by […]
Seen on the floor of Indian motorcycle Charlotte this 1947 Indian Chief Sidecar. A rare 74”, with all matching numbers, correct 3-speed transmission and completely rust-free. As you see, the sidecar is primed, ready for a matching paint job in coral red/cream. And I hear that it is for sale for under appraised value…Indian Motorcycle […]
Billy Lane Plea Delayed One More Week
Published by April 8th, 2009 in Builders, Editorial and Events.The plea hearing of this Wednesday morning at 8.45 am ended up with the Judge giving Billy Lane’s attorneys and the State prosecutor at least 1 more week to iron out the details of the written version of the verbal agreement. Attorneys will notify the court of their progress during a docket hearing set for […]
Harley-Davidson Inc. named Keith Wandell of Johnson Controls Inc. as new President and CEO. Wandell, 59, replaces retiring CEO James Ziemer, also 59, on May 1, Milwaukee-based Harley said in a statement yesterday. Wandell represented the auto supply industry in U.S. Senate testimony last year, as chief operating officer and president of Johnson Controls, North […]
When You Ride, Put On Your Second Best Face.
Published by April 7th, 2009 in Accessories, Editorial and Merchandise.The press release I received states that there is nothing like it. And I believe it. After 3 years of continuous lab and road testing, the people of “Second Face On” have perfected a protective mask for motorcycle riders that prefer not to wear the full helmet. Of course, the idea is to offer protection […]
Billy Lane Plea Deal Postponed 24 Hours
Published by April 7th, 2009 in Builders, Customs and Events.During the last days a plea deal has been verbally negotiated and agreed by the defense and the State prosecutor. This morning at a 9 am hearing front of the judge in Viera Court, the prosecution and defense realized that they had different interpretations of what their verbal negotiations meant. Billy’s attorney Greg Eisenmenger stated […]
More New Old School Chopper Parts
Published by April 7th, 2009 in Controls, Customs, Editorial and Suspension.After working in his father’s motorcycle shop, Warren Heir Jr. just started his own company in Milwaukee, and is already offering a few cool retro parts. First, super narrow triple trees available in 35, 39, or 41mm. Sold with hardware and 1” steering stem. Then this Kicker pedal with a […]
3rd Annual Arlen Ness Bike Show Is April 18/19Th
Published by April 7th, 2009 in Builders, Customs and Events.This year the 3rd annual show will be held at a new location and on a new date. This exciting event is Saturday, April 18th from 9:00 am to 7:00 pm, and Sunday April 19th, from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm, at the San Mateo County Event Center in San Mateo California. This Arlen Ness […]
Crane Cams. 1953-2009? As I told you last week, there is a lot of confusion regarding Crane Cams and its future. I continue to receive conflicting reports and press releases and below I reproduce the last one I just received. It comes from Katherine Walls, Vice President of Liquitec.
It used to be impossible to test ride a new model at your favorite local Harley-Davidson dealer. You had to go to big rallies like Daytona or Sturgis to get a chance to demo ride one of the new bikes. Well, as a new strategy to create more traffic into their dealerships, Harley-Davidson is launching […]
Dakota Digital is proud to announce the launch the next generation of their already comprehensive website. The new website was designed to cater to the user by providing all generations of current and discontinued product manuals, dealer locators, in addition to features such as demo vehicles and career opportunities. Dakota Digital was founded in 1986 […]
During Daytona Bike Week I observed the return of the very radical custom bikes. And last weekend Custom Chrome Europe Dealer Show in Germany also featured a large number of very high tech bikes. No, it’s not the end of the chopper/bobber/vintage trend, but more a fusion of many styles. For example, it’s not rare to […]
Don’t bitch. If you ride you, from time to time you have to look back and a mirror can be a better and safer alternative than turning your head every time. So, you want it small? Lick’s Cycles is now offering these bare bones mini mirrors that can do the job without cluttering your bars. […]
Today I need to make an exception and talk about this car already considered the most desirable car on our Greener Planet. The recession will end, and I hope it will be before 2010, date at which the Tesla Model S is going to be released. Is it the reinvention of the automobile? Tesla says that 520 all-electric […]
Thanks to the multiple reports and amazing photography I receive from Horst Rosler, in the next few days I am going to introduce you to the wildest (and to my preferred) custom bikes of last week “European Custom Chrome Dealer Show”. And to start, let’s look at the beautiful racing lines and amazing details of this custom bike […]
