Howard tells me that his new position will be with Multistack. the leader in commercial industrial air chillers. Kelly came to S&S in 2004 with plans to work with Brett Smith to create a communications and marketing department that was the quality level to be expected from an industry leader like S&S. This past summer […]
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360 Brake New Sponsor Of Cyril Huze Blog
Published by December 5th, 2008 in Brakes, Builders, Customs and Editorial.18 months ago, I didn’t hesitate to publish some negative comments about the original 360 Brake company. A fabulous concept endorsed by the industry but with a few potential flaws, enough to make many enthusiasts postpone their decision to install it. During the last year I followed the efforts of the new 360 Brake entity […]
If you are obliged to wear a helmet AND want to scare the ladies, this is the perfect helmet to look badass. Avoid keeping it on your head when entering your favorite deli store after dark or shopping at the mall for Christmas gifts. An elite tactical unit of the Swat Team could show up faster than […]
I always thought I had an easy name to hear and spell. Almost as easy as being named Jones or Smith. When people outside the motorcycle industry ask for my last name and I say “Huze”, the other person says “Ruze”, and when I say, no “Huze”, the question is “Huge”? No “Huze”. And the […]
Best 2008 Automotive Conceptual Design
Published by December 4th, 2008 in Builders, Customs and Editorial.Each year the Los Angeles Car Show organizes a design competition. This year theme was “Motorsports 2025”. And last weekend winner was the Mazda Kaan featured here. Is it a car with 3 wheels and 4 tires? Is it a motorcycle? A trike? Doesn’t matter. In 2025 I don’t think we will ride/drive this kind […]
Perfect 1941-1949 Reproduction Harley-Davidson Mufflers
Published by December 4th, 2008 in Customs, Editorial and Exhaust.Matt Olsen from Carl’s Cycle Supply in South Dakota, has been working on this project for a little over 1 year and has spent a lot of personal money in making reproduction mufflers that are made just like the originals. Ckeck out this video. To order call Matt on my behalf at 605-225-5702.
Consumers have cut spending and advertisers have followed suit. It affected every ad category and every ad-supported sector of the media industry. According to the Publishers Information Bureau (PIB), total Automotive advertising revenues (cars, motorcycles, RV’s, etc) was down 19.9% in dollars and 23.6% in number of advertising pages when you compare the first 3 […]
Beringer New Inboard Braking System
Published by December 3rd, 2008 in Brakes, Customs and Editorial.Created in 1985, Beringer (France) is a leader specialist of high performance and innovative braking systems for motorcycles, quads, automotive and aircraft. Smaller than its main competitor Brembo, Gilbert & Veronique Beringer are probably some of the most creative people in the braking business. New evidence of their skills is this prototype inboard braking system […]
This past Monday, the new Custom Chrome held a Grand Opening Celebration at its new corporate headquarters located at 18255 Serene Drive / Suite 150 in Morgan Hill, CA. I remind you that in January 08, after filing for reorganization under Chapter 11 of the U.S. Bankruptcy Code, parent company Global Motorsport Group sold its […]
Crime Scene Choppers Motor Mount.
Published by December 2nd, 2008 in Accessories, Editorial and Engines.The stock Harley-Davidson motor mount is ugly. Lot of after-market ones are quite bulky. This one looks light but is strong and can be used on all Evo and Twin Cam engines from 80 ci to 124 ci (will not work with Rev tech engines because the rocker box will interfere with mount). Made out […]
Discounts Are Now Available At California Customs
Published by December 2nd, 2008 in Builders, Customs and Editorial.“In an effort to get more people onto custom bikes we have come up with a few discount programs. All active duty military, police and fire personnel get a discount of $600. We are also offering special introductory pricing on our 2 newest Bagger models until the end of 2008. From November 1, 2008 through […]
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Dave Cook On Discovery Channel
Published by December 1st, 2008 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.A little bit of TV exposure will certainly not hurt a Custom Builder and even help a little bit our industry. We need it. Dave Cook and crew from Cook Customs will be featured on the Discovery Channel in a series called “Sturgis Motorcycle Mania” or “Sturgis Live To Ride”. The show will air Tuesday December […]
Rat’s Hole Shows New Prestige Award.
Published by December 1st, 2008 in Builders, Customs and Editorial.“Hi Cyril. I hope you had a Great Thanksgiving. I thought you would like to see the New Trophy for our show. Mark Patrick from Biker Art did the sculpture and we are casting them. We feel that everyone will want the new Prestige Award for bike building. It’s BIG, over 26” tall and a […]
Ridley, America’s automatic motorcycle specialist has also developed a very nice line of motorized bicycles. 3 new production models just arrived on time for the holidays in retailer’s showrooms. They are “The 1903”, “The Twin” and the limited edition “MP”. They are as close to a vintage look as it can be with their white […]
Big Dog Celebrates Its 15th Anniversary And 25,000th Motorcycle
Published by November 30th, 2008 in Builders, Customs and Editorial.With 25,000 bikes sold, Big Dog Motorcycles is still the # 1 factory-custom manufacturer owning a market share of 55% to 60%. And to keep its leadership the company is pushing an international presence and will soon open 8 dealers in Canada. For 2009, Big Dog has 3 new models: Wolf, Coyote and Bulldog bagger. […]
Orange County Choppers Line Of Titanium Jewelry
Published by November 29th, 2008 in Builders, Editorial and Merchandise.OCC Titanium Rings, Black Titanium Rings, Bracelets, Key Chains, & Necklaces for men are now for sale at Titanium Jewelry, a leading online retailer of jewelry designs for men and women. No, the jewelry is not manufactured (is it designed?) by OCC but by a company called Spectore. “As our newest addition of titanium rings, […]
Bodies In Motion. What Makes Us Feel So Good.
Published by November 28th, 2008 in Books and Editorial.Many books have been published about motorcycling. But none like this one. Don’t expect glossy double spread motorcycle pictures. This book is an essay about why we ride. And the answer is not as simple as the 3 F’s of motorcycling that you all know: Fun, Freedom and Flying on the ground. Author Steven L. […]
In December, Indian Motorcycle is going to open 6 new dealerships. In Omaha, NE. Pittsburg, PA. Detroit. MI. Paducah, KY. Wichita, KS, Phoenix, AZ. Each of the initial 50 Indian dealerships will feature interior space entirely devoted to selling and servicing Indians and official Indian parts and accessories and will be staffed by an experienced […]
There is not such a law in the US preventing any children to be a passenger on a motorcycle. But I Canada, a new law on the books wants to prohibit youngsters under 14 from riding as passengers on a motorcycle. Ontario Bill 117 is in the initial stages of new legislation, having been given […]
Sucker Punch Sally Launches The Destination Duo
Published by November 26th, 2008 in Builders, Customs and Editorial.Equal parts old-school and modern, the Destination Duo bike celebrates the 50th anniversary of the first fully suspended American motorcycle. The motorcycle is nostalgically styled after the Harley-Davidson Duo Glide while featuring the modern components standard on all Sucker Punch Sally’s models In partnership with motorcycle entrepreneur Bruce Rossmeyer, SPS created 50 of these limited edition […]
Kudos must be given to any motorcycle company creating a niche market and being successful at marketing its products. Campagna Motors is a young Canadian company that designs, manufactures and distributes unique “race car type” 3-wheel vehicles combining performance, fun & style. I promise that if you are a sports car fan you are going […]
How to cook a Thanksgiving turkey: Step 1: Go buy a turkey. Step 2: Take a drink of whiskey, scotch, or JD. Step 3: Put turkey in the oven. Step 4: Take another 2 drinks of whiskey. Step 5: Set the degree at 375 ovens. Step 6: Take 3 more whiskeys of drink. Step 7: […]
Motorcycle Memorabilia Online Christmas Auction
Published by November 25th, 2008 in Editorial and Merchandise.Looking for a motorcycle gift idea? The AMA’s Motorcycle Hall of Fame Museum’s online holiday auction runs through November 30, so enthusiasts still have 5 days to log on to Motorcycle Museum and speed through their holiday shopping. The auction offers everything from memorabilia autographed by notable names like Arlen Ness and Malcolm Smith to […]
New 2009 Wheels From RC Components
Published by November 25th, 2008 in Customs, Editorial and Wheels.It’s the sesaon, between now and February (Dealers V-Twin Expo), when most parts manufacturers are going to relase their new products. One of the first to do so is RC Components with a new line of wheels in polish, chrome, black anodizing or the new look of these last 3 years, polish against black anodizing. Of couse, all […]
They can be good actors and looking terrible when riding on the silver screen. Or bad actors hired because they have good riding skills. Very rarely actors are good at both acting and riding. Steve McQueen. He was a natural, both as actor and motorcycle rider, even acting better near a motorcycle than front of other […]
