Chopper Couture is edgy sophistication inspired by a mix of influences and experiences from an art-driven Chopper Culture. All pieces of clothing are manufactured using only eco- friendly fabrications such as luxuriously soft bamboo and certified organic cotton. Sounds good, and looking quite sophisticated when each piece is embellished with studs and when the artisan […]
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Chopper Couture “CC Rider” New 2009 Collection
Published by April 4th, 2009 in Editorial and Merchandise.One day Arlen told me “Hard work is as good as talent”. And of course he is right. So if you add his 30+ years of hard work in the motorcycle industry to his natural talent, it’s no surprise that Arlen Ness received from the hands of Holger Mohr, CEO of Custom Chrome, a “Lifetime […]
This new piece by David Uhl was created to be a window into the past and hang next to the actual plane residing in a museum in Chandler, Arizona. In David’s words: “Ever since I painted “Ruth”, I have a special place in my heart for P-51s. This plane is no exception. It is in […]
LA County Chop Rods New Parts
Published by April 3rd, 2009 in Builders, Customs, Electrical and Engines.This “Side Mount” battery box is designed to allow a standard Softail size battery to be mounted on the right side above the transmission. The box mounts in three places and uses rubber isolated mounts for vibration resistant installation and includes mounting provisions to accommodate the Mooneyes 3 quart. “Chopper” oil tank and mounting brackets. […]
I didn’t know it exists. One appeared on eBay, and I learn, like you, that there are only 3 available, that they were used by the French army (for doing what?), sport a Jap 350 cm3 sport engine and a 3-speed gearbox from Soyer. For the price of $22,100.00 you can impress all the worldwide moto press […]
Following your comments, Jennifer Mercaldi Ramella, Marketing Director Of The Broken Spoke Saloon, brings you a complement of information regarding New Orleans Bike Week (May 6 to 10th). “Hi – Jen here with Broken Spoke and Bike Week New Orleans. I wanted to chime in and say that this is a very unique event, in […]
Arlen Ness Big Bags And Rear Fender Kits
Published by April 2nd, 2009 in Builders, Chassis, Customs, Editorial and Electrical.Not really new (I was one of the first to use this Kit on 2 “Road King” in the mid 90’s) but improved and more than ever an easyKit to improve the rear and side look of a lot of baggers. The Arlen Big Bags are high strength fiberglass and accept OEM lids and mounting hardware. You […]
If you are in the greater New York area on Saturday April 18th, don’t miss the grand opening of this new store which will exclusively focus on American Brands made in the USA and US artists. Founded by Elisa Seeger, partner in Indian Larry Motorcycles, this unique motorcycle merchandise store with an artistic side. The […]
Big Dog Motorcycles Adjusting Its Production. Not Stopping It
Published by April 1st, 2009 in Builders, Customs and Editorial.Unfortunately, it is in human nature to gossip and launch rumors. Relying on the economic context that we all know, some even try to use the popularity of my Blog (and the freedom I give to comment in it), as an amplifier to give some legitimacy to their “first hand” news. So below is a statement […]
Down Under they are also working very hard to build the custom bike eligible to represent Australia in the AMD World Championship. The winning bike was built by Dylan Robb from Kings Of Kustom and is based on a 1969 XLCH Sportster.
Give it to a youngster to explain to him he must start saving now for retirement and he will not care. Give it to an over 50 years old and he will be offended. This clock has been slowed down by 61,320 percent so each minute now represents approximately a year. The clock, of course, […]
Seminole Hard Rock Roadhouse Will Kick Off the Inaugural New Orleans Bike Week.
Published by March 31st, 2009 in Editorial.The Seminole Hard Rock Roadhouse will be featured at the Easyriders V-Twin Bike Show to help kick off the first annual New Orleans Bike Week from May 6-10, 2009. In addition to showcasing some of the best bikes from the industry’s biggest names, the Roadhouse will feature some new additions, including a collection of customized […]
Open Letter From Tom Zimberoff To California Senator Fran Pavley
Published by March 31st, 2009 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.On March 23rd, I reported on a new bill introduced by California State Senator Fran Paveley (D) intendig to require all motorcycles (beginning with model year 2000) to be tested by July 1, 2011 under the California State’s vehicle “smog check” program. Below is a letter from best seller author Tom zimberoff (Art Of The […]
In Memory Of Craig Betz And To Benefit Children Of South Dakota
Published by March 31st, 2009 in Editorial.Craig Betz of California was a longtime motorcyclist and a new member of the motorcycle group “Hamsters USA”. Last fall, shortly after being inducted into the group at the 2008 Sturgis Rally, Betz lost his battle with cancer. His most beloved possession was arguably his custom Arlen Ness Speed Liner motorcycle, As part of Craig’s legacy, […]
Custom Chrome Europe 2009 Dealer Show
Published by March 30th, 2009 in Builders, Customs and Events.Industry friend and “Motographer” Horst Rosler reports from last weekend Custom Chrome Europe Dealer Show in Mainz, Germany. “It was again Custom Motorcycle Mayhem in Mainz/Germany with one of the biggest and most extraordinary bike show and exhibition during the CCE Dealer Show. The event includes the AMD Championship of Custom Bike Building. The 2009 […]
Via your comments I know too well that Indian is a brand every biker is passionate about. In this Blog I read all kind of comments (especially after I reported on my Kings Mountain factory visit and expressed positive feelings regarding the new venture), everything from skeptical comments to unconditional encouragement and support. Now is the time […]
On March 21, 09 In the New York Times, Susanna Hamner published an interesting article under the title “Harley, You’re Not Getting Any Younger”. Mostly factual, this article is listing the difficulties of Harley dealing with its bad subprime loans and aging clientele (average age is now 49). Jim Ziemer, Harley-Davidson & CEO (who will […]
Legendary motorcyclist Malcolm Smith defies the CPSC Federal code signed into law in August 2008 by former President George W. Bush outlawing the sale of motorcycles and related products for use by kids (thank you Mike).
(Sent by Stephen Budge)
The recession has made 2009 a terror for most print media owners. Higher distribution costs, declining subscription and newsstand sales, reduced advertising budgets and successful competition from the Web 2 medias (Blogs and Interactive Social Networks), has put many of these magazines in the position where owners are unable or unwilling to continue to fund […]
It’s getting very confusing. Official statements and releases by the company and published during these last 2 weeks are contradicted, corrected or amended in the following days. So, we know that Crane Cams founded in 1953 was acquired at the end of 2006 by Mikronite Technologies Group in New Jersey. That Crane Cams of Daytona […]
Exile Cycles Hidden Switch Handlebar Kit
Published by March 27th, 2009 in Controls, Customs and Electrical.Using the technology from Grip Ace, Exile Cycles proposes this hidden switch bar kit. The strip can be mounted anywhere but is shown here inserted into the grip and directly into the handlebar. This little beauty allows one stealthy rubber ‘switch-strip’ to control all your switching needs: turn-signals, horn, Hi/Lo beam – and holding two […]
Chuck Palumbo Building And Riding For Our Soldiers
Published by March 27th, 2009 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.Chuck Palumbo is a former WWE Super Star Pro-Wrestler and the owner of CP Kustoms. After visiting Walter Reed Hospital in D.C. and learning of Lt. Christopher Palumbo’s (Chuck’s younger brother) heroic efforts in Iraq, in which he was awarded the Silver Star, Chuck was inspired to do something special to thank our troops. From […]
A Very Wild Trike Out Of A Comic Book
Published by March 26th, 2009 in Builders, Customs and Editorial.In a rally like Daytona it’s quite unusual to see a trike attracting as many people as your typical 2-wheel new “show bike of the year”. Well, I had to check out this one and met with Canadian Fred Vaillancourt (a.k.a.The Rat) from the Rat Shop who explained to me that he loves to build […]
Bruce Rossmeyer’s Daytona Harley Davidson Million Dollar Markdown
Published by March 26th, 2009 in Builders and Editorial.Daytona Harley-Davidson is the number 1 volume dealer of new Harleys in the world. So, logically, the dealership has a lot of trade-ins. Some of these bikes have only a couple of thousand miles and carry the balance of the factory warranty. So, from Friday March 27th to Sunday March 29th, hundreds of Harleys will […]
