In its 30th year, the Donnie Smith Bike and Car Show presented by Dennis Kirk is the largest custom bike and car show in the Midwest. The show draws some of the nation’s most prestigious brands, top competitors and tens of thousands to the RiverCentre in Saint Paul, Minn. It is widely known as the […]
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30th Anniversary Annual Donnie Smith Show. More Custom Bikes, Cars, Parts and Tattoos.
Published by January 18th, 2017 in Builders, Customs and Events.Settlement Reached In “Sturgis Rally Week” Infringement Case
Published by January 18th, 2017 in Editorial, Events and Legal.Sturgis Motorcycle Rally, Inc. (“SMRi”) has reached a settlement in its trademark infringement litigation against Kent Mortimer and his companies, which arose out of misuse of SMRi’s STURGIS trademarks. “After months of negotiations, two mediations, and over two years of litigation in federal court, we are pleased to settle this case,” Dean Kinney, chairperson of […]
Open Letter From The Founders Of Motus About The Demise Of Victory Motorcycles
Published by January 17th, 2017 in Builders and Events.The Victory and Pontiac Effect. “This Motus rides like a dream, but will they be around in 5 years? We hear that a lot. And, it’s a fair question. Customers buying a Victory in 2016 or a Pontiac in 2007 probably didn’t consider their purchase risky from those brands. But, why not? As entrepreneurs, patriots, motorcycle nuts, we are […]
Riding alone just got a whole lot more comfortable with these Solo Front Seats from Drag Specialties Seats. These seats are made from high-quality automotive-grade vinyl and molded flexible urethane foam for durability that remains comfortable for years to come. The carpeted seat bottom ensures a perfect fit that won’t damage your ride’s paint. Available […]
For Pockets Lovers. The New Harley-Davidson Synthesis Pocket System Leather Jacket.
Published by January 17th, 2017 in Editorial and Merchandise.Clever tactical pockets make it easy to travel light and stay organized in the new Harley Men’s Synthesis Pocket System Leather Jacket (P/N 98118-17VM, from $475.00*) This mid-weight cowhide motorcycle jacket features two large exterior pockets which unzip to reveal a total of six additional pockets, including two waterproof phone pockets. Unzip the jacket to […]
Smaller Polaris Sprit Lake Workforce. Following January 15th Polaris decision of winding down Victory motorcycles operations to strengthen its position in the powersports industry, a much smaller Spirit Lake Workforce is expected, Polaris will eliminate first temporary positions, then gradually reduce the number of full time workers by not replacing personnel lost through retirement or […]
LADD. Krugger’s Vintage Style Shovelhead Racer.
Published by January 16th, 2017 in Builders, Customs and Editorial.Belgium Fred “Krugger” Bertrand is a well known custom builder with a strong reputation for being a problem solver, both in terms of motorcycle design and engineering. Never afraid to challenge conventionalism and to explore the unfamiliar, his creations are always very unique, getting him plebiscited by his fellow builders when he competes in the […]
Just released, Classic Motorcycles. The Art Of Speed is the story of the most groundbreaking motorcycles of the past century. It compiles the best of the best machines from the legendary marques still alive or defunct. From Triumph to Harley-Davidson to Vincent to Ducati to BMW to Indian, but also less known like Thor, Mitchell, […]
“You’re never too old to set another goal or to dream a new dream. C.S. Lewis
Your gas tank may belong to the peanut category or even bigger the gas station may still be far away. Instead of a regular saddlebag, you may prefer one including a fuel bottle holder. I know, some may prefer to fill it up with whatever, but it’s your choice. These solo saddlebags are available for […]
Italian Motorcycles Manufacturer Mondial Is Back With The Hipster Model
Published by January 14th, 2017 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.With the slogan “Get Going Again”, Italian brand FB Mondial is back in business and is launching The Hipster, a 4-stroke motorcycle offered in 125 cc and 250 cc. The original FB Mondial (FB stands for the 2 brothers Fratelli and Boselli) was a motorcycles manufacturer (1948-1979) well known for its high-quality sporting motorcycles and […]
Originally designed by Charles B. Franklin, and introduced as a 1920 model, the Scout rivaled the Chief as Indian’s most important model. In 1927, with the Scout 45, the engine went from 37 cubic inch or 610 cc to 45 cubic inch or 740 cc. The reason for engine displacement increase was the strong competition […]
Arlen Ness 10-Gauge Primary Cover
Published by January 13th, 2017 in Customs, Driveline and Editorial.It will replace the Harley stock outer primary on all 2007-up Touring models. It’s a multi-piece design for easy visual inspection and driveline maintenance. As almost always with Ness parts, the “10-Gauge” theme of this cover can be extended all over your bike with multiple other custom parts. Available in black or chrome and sold […]
Harley-Davidson FLH touring models with heel toe shifting on the inner primary case seem to be notorious for rattling due to vibration from worn shifter shaft bushings. The typical service life of the shifter shaft bushings is 20,000 miles or less. Once the bushings are worn and the shifter starts rattling, wear is increased on […]
Managing Wind. Kuryakyn Lower Triple Tree Wind Deflectors For Indian And Victory Models.
Published by January 12th, 2017 in Accessories, Customs and Editorial.Some custom parts, if not sexy, are quite effective at improving your riding comfort. Managing wind is the objective of these Kuryakyn Lower Tree Deflectors. They redirect downward wind and water passing through the forks and noticeably reduce noise levels, moisture and turbulent upward airflow between the tank and fairing. These Triple Tree Wind Deflectors […]
Last December 30, I published 1 photo, the only one I had at the time, of this custom 6-cylinder 1982 Honda built by Swiss Peter Bieri. I was able to join him again, to get a few more pictures of his creation, and got the following words from him. “I grew up with motorcycles. My […]
Men vs Women… Eating Out. When the bill arrives, Mike, Dave and John will each throw in $20, even though it’s only for $32.50. None of them will have anything smaller and none will actually admit they want change back. When the girls get their bill, out come the pocket calculators. Money. A man will […]
Performance Machine 5 3/4” Crossbar Headlights
Published by January 11th, 2017 in Customs, Editorial and Electrical.In addition to the classic Plain and retro Grill face headlights, Performance Machine offers a Crossbar design. These 5 3/4” billet aluminum headlights are offered either Halogen (5 models) or LED powered (2 models) They are available for all bottom mounted headlights from 1984 to 2016 FXST and other select models and applications. Multitude of […]
All 18 rounds Of 2017 American Flat Track To Air Weekly On NBC Sports
Published by January 11th, 2017 in Editorial, Events, Racing and Videos.American Flat Track just announced an exclusive television partnership with NBC Sports (NBCSN) for the 2017 season. All 18 rounds, from the season-opening DAYTONA TT to the American Flat Track Finals in Southern California, will air in one-hour, tape-delayed telecasts on Thursday nights throughout the summer and fall. Entering its 64th consecutive season, American Flat […]
Triumph Celebrates Its Best Ever Year Of Retail Sales In North America
Published by January 11th, 2017 in Builders, Editorial and Events.The final sales numbers for December are in and 2016 will officially go down in the record books as the best year of retail sales for Triumph Dealers in North America in Hinckley Triumph history. For the month of December, Triumph dealers literally smashed the previous sales record with retails up a stunning 39% over […]
New HOG Throttle Body Kits By S&S Cycle. More Air. More Power.
Published by January 10th, 2017 in Controls, Customs, Editorial and Engines.New S&S Hog throttle bodies are available for 2002-2017 Harley-Davidson® Big Twins with cable operated throttles. You can choose either the 58mm size for stock or mildly built engines, or the whopping 66mm for big inch engines. The benefit is of course more air flow for improved performance . S&S Stealth air cleaners are available […]
Glamis Sand Dunes. Where The Best Riders And Drivers Go For The Ultimate Shred Session. Monster Energy Girls Included.
Published by January 10th, 2017 in Editorial and Videos.Glamis, is a vast 45-by-six mile natural sandbox and home to the imperial Sand Dunes. It borders California, Arizona, and Baja California del Norte, Mexico. As many as 1.5 million off-road racers roll out annually to pit their skills against the dunes in the ultimate gas pumping, horsepower-filled, sand shred sessions. The original inspiration for […]
Built for the ride, the Walker Jacket by RSD features an all-new Matte Buffalo leather main body that has a soft and supple feel. This new premium leather also requires very little break in period so it’s comfortable from the start. This simplistic Café Racer style jacket offers: • Classic riding fit with rotated, pre-curved […]
Polaris Shuts Down Victory Motorcycles. Effective Immediately.
Published by January 9th, 2017 in Builders, Editorial and Events.It may be a huge surprise to most. Not so much for some insiders of the motorcycle industry who started to wonder after Polaris bought the Indian brand, how the company would be able to position the Victory brand versus Indian. And it appears that Polaris never succeeded to give Victory its own identity and […]
In 1948, during its introduction, who would have thought that the Overhead Valve (OHV) Panhead model would still influence motorcycle styling, would remain one of the most desirable machines for custom builders’ work, and even push third-party engine manufacturers to produce upgraded Panhead-styled engines in bigger displacements than the Harley original. In addition to its […]
New Spiro Series By Carl Brouhard Designs
Published by January 8th, 2017 in Accessories, Customs and Editorial.Carl Brouhard Designs has developed yet another line of parts with some cutting art machined in them. The Spiro Series features a unique design with lines that seem to interweave on each part. All parts are available in Chrome or Black with offset cut. All are made of 6061 Billet Aluminum, and proudly made in […]
