All custom builders may get a little bit tired of working on the same type of motorcycles. In the case of James Roger-Caldbeck, he needed a refresh after working exclusively on Bobbers & Choppers. The opportunity came up when he was proposed to build a Cafe Racer. And since James loves the late 70’s XL’s […]
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Jamesville Atypical Shovelhead Cafe Racer
Published by May 23rd, 2016 in Builders, Customs and Editorial.With the philosophy “Quality First – Price Afterwards”, since 1866 Brooks of England, has produced the most iconic seats for bicycles. With designs so close to those of motorcycle solo seats that I can’t resist showing you their very special 150 anniversary saddle. And I bet the custom frame will be the inspiration of some custom […]
Kevin Bean’re got more titles than you and me. CEO & founder of “Professional Tourist”, “Mayor Of fun”, “Monsignor” (yes, he is an ordained minister), “Biker Gipsy” and a few other (nick)names I don’t remember. He is just an (not so) ordinary guy worshipping freedom, riding and his friends. Well, when he is not crisscrossing […]
New Formula Wheel By Performance Machine
Published by May 21st, 2016 in Customs, Editorial and Wheels.Eliminating the unnecessary so that the necessary may speak is the objective of custom building. This new Formula wheel design from Performance Machine looks simple, the ultimate sophistication, but is not simpler to manufacture: notice the engineering details to produce the tapered and pocketed 5-spoke design. This lightweight and race inspired design will for sure […]
Victory Thunder Versus Victory Lightning. Victory Racing Gas Project 156 And Electric Empulse RR At Pikes Peak Hill Climb.
Published by May 21st, 2016 in Builders, Editorial and Events.Victory Motorcycles®, positioning its models as the “Modern American Muscle” brand will be racing up the mountain with two very different motorcycles in this year’s Pikes Peak International Hill Climb (PPIHC), an event that marks its 100th anniversary in 2016. In an epic gas vs. electric battle in the experimental class, Victory Racing’s® Project 156™ […]
“Up Yours” Exhaust For 2000-Up Harley Touring Models
Published by May 20th, 2016 in Customs, Editorial and Exhaust.John Shope’s Dirty Bird Concepts released the all-black version of their “Up Yours” exhaust system. Previously offered only in chrome, riders now have this new option. The all-black exhaust comes equipped with the all-black standard tip. The chrome exhaust comes with your choice of either the standard tip or the diamond tip for those looking […]
Pabst Brewing Company Auctioning This Custom Bike Valued At $25,000 To Benefit Non-Profit Operation Homefront
Published by May 20th, 2016 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.Past Brewing Company, established in 1844, and whose Pabst Blue Ribbon beer sales are experiencing a revival after a 2 decade-long slump, got the good idea to ask Brandon Holstein of The Speed Merchant to build a custom bike to benefit Operation Homefront and military families during the month of May, Military Appreciation Month. Starting […]
The new Movie “Captain America: Civil War” Features The Harley Street 750 Motorcycle And The Sportster Iron 883
Published by May 20th, 2016 in Builders and Editorial.Harley-Davidson and Marvel have reunited to bring Dark Custom style and horsepower to defend the city streets in Marvel’s “Captain America: Civil War.” Harley-Davidson has long been by Captain America’s side in his stand for freedom, and the latest chapter of the hero’s epic saga showcases a strong pulse of torque with “Team Captain America” […]
Victory Racing Again At Isle Of Man TT With All-New Victory RR Electric Motorcycle
Published by May 19th, 2016 in Builders, Editorial and Events.Victory Motorcycles is returning with the Victory Racing team to compete in the Isle of Man TT Zero race with an all-new electric race bike called the Victory RR. The Victory RR has been developed over the past year using data gathered during last year’s TT Zero and will be ridden by William Dunlop. Victory’s […]
LED Bullet Turn Signal Insert Kit To Replace Harley Original Equipment Incandescent Bulb And Reflector.
Published by May 19th, 2016 in Customs, Editorial and Electrical.You can grab some more attention in traffic with the new LED Bullet Turn Signal Insert Kit (P/N 67800639 Amber, P/N 67800640 Red; $139.95) Designed as an easy, drop-in replacement for the Original Equipment bulb and reflector in a bullet turn signal housing, installation does not require a control box or load equalizer for correct operation. […]
The Triumph Bonneville T140 is a 750 cc (46 cu in) capacity 360-degree, air cooled parallel twin engine motorcycle produced from 1973 until 1983 when the company declared bankruptcy. Twin Amal carburetors supply the cylinders through short intake manifolds. The 19 inch diameter front wheel and 18 inch rear wheel were spoked with optional cast alloy wheels available from 1979 […]
Catholics don’t sin! Three guys are sitting in the sport bar window seats, idly chatting and watching the front door of the brothel across the road. They see the local Baptist pastor appear, knock on the door and quickly go inside. “Would you look at that!” exclaims one of the guys. “Didn’t I always say […]
2nd Edition Art And Wheels Basel Switzerland
Published by May 18th, 2016 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.The Swiss town of Basel is located where the Swiss, French and German borders meet. The city is a multi-cultural pocket-size metropolis with 40 Museums in a small geographical area. Basel’s residents are crazy about art and maybe there is no better place in western Europe to organize an event blending traditional and motorcycle art. […]
Crusher Maverick Pro Air Cleaner For Twin Cam
Published by May 18th, 2016 in Customs, Editorial and Engines.A new modern twist of the classic teardrop air cleaner, this all-new Maverick Pro Air Cleaner from Crusher® is slim and available in three finish options to enhance air flow of ’99-’16 Harley-Davidson® Twin Cams. Covers are crafted from forged and machined 6061 aluminum offered in Chrome, Satin Black, or Satin Black Machined finishes. Slotted […]
Harley-Davidson Offers Test Rides In Downtown Milwaukee, Portland And Los Angeles
Published by May 18th, 2016 in Builders, Editorial and Events.Harley is debuting a new strategy, going to the streets to recruit younger riders of competitive brands…The company created its first-ever free motorcycle-share pop up so everyone (at least through Friday) can test ride a new motorcycle and feel the difference of the nimble Roadster’s air-cooled 1200cc V-Twin engine in urban environments. From today Wednesday to […]
Sturgis Buffalo Chip 35th Anniversary. 2 New Bands Announced.
Published by May 18th, 2016 in Editorial, Events and Videos.To the bands already announced, the Sturgis Buffalo Chip is adding 2 new ones to celebrate its 35th Anniversary. Find out in this video.
Custom Cycle Control Systems Announces New Hidden Hand Controls With LED Levers
Published by May 17th, 2016 in Editorial.Custom Cycle Control Systems Inc. just introduce their newly engineered “Custom Hidden Hand Controls” package with a choice of 3 styles of handlebars and bright LED levers. Now for the first time, you can solve the “clean handlebar” dilemma with one complete package. You can buy just the controls and build your own bars for […]
New Slingshot Blue Fire SL Limited Edition
Published by May 17th, 2016 in Builders, Editorial and Events.The Slingshot Blue Fire SL Limited Edition is the most exclusive vehicle yet of the Slingshot lineup. The vehicle is currently available, in limited quantities, at Polaris Slingshot dealers nationwide. Polaris has listened to its customers and is offering the most requested color to date – Blue Fire, with a first-from-the-factory White Lightning muscle stripes. […]
Victory Motorcycles Launches “The Road Home Challenge” To Raise Awareness And At Least $100,000 For Iraq And Afghanistan Veterans
Published by May 17th, 2016 in Editorial and Events.Victory Motorcycles® invites everyone to take “The Road Home Challenge” and make a contribution to Iraq and Afghanistan Veterans of America (IAVA), an organization committed to providing support and resources to the newest generation of U.S. military veterans. The goal of The Road Home Challenge is to raise $100,000 for IAVA by the end […]
From all over the USA and Europe, H-D dealers send me pictures of the Iron 883 Sportsters they customized for the “King Of Custom: Battle Of The Kings”, competition organized by the mother factory. Impossible to feature them all, but if you wonder why I feature this one built by Kenny Roetsch at Dublin Harley-Davidson […]
New for 2016. S&S Cycle MK45 Slip-On Mufflers For Harley Touring Models.
Published by May 15th, 2016 in Customs, Editorial and Exhaust.S&S Cycle just released 4.5” slip-on mufflers for 1995-2016 Harley Davidson touring models. Mk45 4.5″ Slip-On Mufflers are the result of decades of riding, racing and tuning. They combine both a stainless steel perforated core baffle with RaceTEX cartridge packing to create a deep rumble along with improved horsepower and torque all while adding a […]
Goodbye Star Motorcycles. Yamaha created the Star Motorcycles sub-brand about 20 years ago to attract US consumers not inclined to buy Japanese motorcycles. In other countries, the same Star motorcycles were sold under the Yamaha name. Although Star Motorcycles became a separate company in 2006, the strategy had little success and sales remained poor. Yamaha […]
New Sportster Tallboy Handlebar Offers A Better Fit For Long-Armed Riders
Published by May 14th, 2016 in Controls and Customs.Designed specifically for riders who sit tall in the saddle, the new Sportster Tallboy Handlebar (P/N 55800580 Chrome, P/N 55800587 Gloss Black; $109.95) from Harley-Davidson® Genuine Motor Parts & Accessories enables long-armed riders to more comfortably fit and maneuver a Harley-Davidson Sportster® motorcycle. Designed by a panel of riders 5-feet 11-inches to 6-feet 4-inches tall, this […]
Spirit of Sturgis Vintage Motorcycle Festival Set For August 26-28, 2016
Published by May 14th, 2016 in Editorial and Events.27-year old Brittney Olsen must be the youngest vintage motorcycle racer. After finding out the Sturgis city’s plans to close down the old track for good, Brittney began to think of a way to revive the Sturgis half-mile and its glorious motorcycle racing. In 2015 she founded 20th Century Racing and claimed two of her […]
The Redeemer. First Customized Chieftain Dark Horse By Hollister Powersports.
Published by May 13th, 2016 in Builders, Customs and Editorial.Utilizing the new Indian® Chieftain Dark Horse® motorcycle, Hollister Powersports of Hollister, Calif., created this custom Bagger with modifications that would be easy to perform for any owner who wants to recreate this type of look. “When I saw the bike, I knew right away that it had a ton of potential to customize,” says Rey […]
A man in walked into the vegetable section of his local supermarket and asked to buy half a head of lettuce. The boy working in that department told him that they only sold whole heads of lettuce. The man was insistent that the boy ask the manager about the matter. Walking into the back […]
