When I published the all new 998 cc Musket V-Twin engine, you were unanimous in expressing your admiration for this beautiful looking and sounding engine and for his creator Aniket Vardhan. But a successful attempt at building such a motor (using 500 Bullet top ends) required a full custom chassis to demonstrate its possibilities. Aniket […]
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The Musket 998 V-Twin Bike Unveiled
Published by February 8th, 2013 in Accessories, Builders, Chassis and Electrical.Only for those bikers always looking for one more skull on their bikes. In chrome or modern black, a gas cap that you can buy vented, non vented or as the dummy cap to replace the fuel gauge installed on some Harley models on left side of the tank. Will bolt on the gas tank […]
Today, most can’t live without being connected 24h a day. So, they need to charge and recharge their gizmo, even when riding. So, many will find appealing a dual USB plug charger that they can permanently attach on their bikes. This easily installed 5V, 2A output port keeps your smart phone, GPS, MP3 or whatever […]
New Bell Rogue Helmet Revealed. Nothing Like You Have Seen Before.
Published by January 5th, 2013 in Accessories, Customs and Videos.Bell Helmets said to the press it would reveal their new Bell Rogue helmet Tuesday January 8 (see my headline 2 posts below) But Revzilla, a helmet retailer, leaked the info with this video. Really looking like nothing you have seen before and offering more protection than most 3/4 helmets. The high tech version of […]
On January 8th Bell Will Reveal A Helmet Unlike Any Other
Published by January 5th, 2013 in Accessories and Videos.This helmet model with be called “The Rogue”, is supposed to be revolutionary and today I can’t tell you more… To be revealed Tuesday January 8th. Stay tuned.
There is an application for everything, even one for Victory devoted motorcycle enthusiasts. Like other travel mobile applications, it features these services. – display your current location – weather conditions, forecasts and advisories for any location – find and contact Victory dealers – local services search with integrated direct dialing, including gas stations, restaurants, and […]
New Harley-Davidson Leather Down-Tube Tote Bags For Sportster And Dyna
Published by December 28th, 2012 in Accessories and Editorial.A way to add handy storage to a Sportster or Dyna, this bag provides a handy place to smaller gear like tools, a tire gauge, or a disc lock. The new Leather Down-Tube Bag (P/N 93300045 Distressed Brown, P/N 93300044 Black; $119.95) has a rigid back and features a heavy leather flap with an embossed […]
Accurate Air Pressure Adjustment For Harley-Davidson Touring Suspension.
Published by December 25th, 2012 in Accessories, Builders, Customs and Editorial.The new Digital Touring Suspension Air Pump (P/N 54000033, $69.95) from Harley-Davidson® is an accurate and convenient tool used to check and alter pressure in the rear air shocks on all Harley-Davidson Touring motorcycles. The only digital suspension air pump on the market, it has a bleed valve that allows precise adjustment of air pressure, […]
Les Ateliers Ruby’s New Helmet Model. The Castel.
Published by December 19th, 2012 in Accessories, Customs and Editorial.Les Ateliers Ruby, a French company, is celebrating their 5th anniversary with the release of their first full-face helmet named “The Castel”. It was on Octonber 2007 that the company released its first model named “The Pavillon” followed by “The Belvedere”. These 2 models have been interpreted into 286 versions as well as in limited […]
Mustang Hard Trunks For Long Distance Riders
Published by December 19th, 2012 in Accessories, Chassis, Customs and Editorial.The journey is as important as the destination but when you arrive it’s good to have with you some essentials. These new Mustang Hard Top Cases are design matched to their lineup of hard saddlebags for most Harley-Davidson® metric cruisers models. Measuring a spacious 22” wide x 18” long and 13” high, these covered hard […]
Top Of The Line Scandinavian Leather Saddlebags
Published by December 14th, 2012 in Accessories, Chassis and Editorial.The beauty of internet is to make all vendors close to you, just a click away for an opportunity to check them out and to order, and this wherever they are located around the world. And I had to mention this Swedish workshop mastering the art of leather crafting, offering many bag models in all […]
Vertical Or Horizontal Side Mount License Plate Kit For Harley Sportster.
Published by December 13th, 2012 in Accessories, Customs and Editorial.Machined from 6061 T-6 Billet Aluminum, this Side Mount License Plate kit mounts to the left side of the swingarm & is secured with the rear axle nut. Depending on how you assemble it, your license plate will sit “Horizontal” or “Vertical.” Includes a very bright LED License Plate light. Comes in chrome or black […]
Polaris Industries Acquires KLIM Technical Riding Gear
Published by December 10th, 2012 in Accessories, Editorial and Merchandise.With the objective of adding to the offerings in the parts, garments and accessories market, Polaris Industries Inc. (NYSE: PII) acquired Teton Outfitters, LLC, a privately owned, Rigby, Idaho-based company which designs, develops and distributes KLIM an industry leader in technical riding gear.2012 sales for KLIM are anticipated to approach $30 million. The terms of […]
Best Shopping Ideas For The Holidays
Published by December 8th, 2012 in Accessories, Editorial and Events.He lives and breathes everything Apple, or he got a passion for photography or movie making and want to be the next Scorcese, or is in hunting, guns and knives. Awesome gift ideas at this website. This Pak. Thank me for all the money you are going to spend…
Turn Any 6V or 12V Battery Charger Into A 4-station Maintenance Charger
Published by December 6th, 2012 in Accessories and Editorial.With fuel conditioning, lubrication and oil change, routine battery maintenance (cleaning and tightening of cable ends and battery terminals) and charging is a big part of your motorcycle winterization plans. And if you have several motorcycles or vehicles to care for, the QuadLink® 4-Channel Charger Multiplier is very useful. It is capable of charging batteries […]
New Touring Bike Bag Latches By Precision Billet
Published by December 2nd, 2012 in Accessories, Customs and Editorial.Many among you love billet parts with holes and teardrop patterns. So, you may be interested by these billet aluminum bag latches featuring the unique look and texture of “Pyramid Rubber.” The latches are CNC milled out of T6061 Aircraft Grade Billet Aluminum, sold in chrome or with a Hard Coat Black Anodized finish (as […]
Holiday Gift. Harley-Davidson Day Bag
Published by December 1st, 2012 in Accessories, Builders and Editorial.For installation, this Day Bag requires a sissy bar upright, backrest pad, and luggage rack (if not mounting the bag on a passenger pillion.) The compact Premium Day Bag (P/N 93300017, $99.95) from Harley-Davidson Genuine Motor Accessories is a handy size for the daily work commute. The innovative spandex mounting pocket slips over a passenger […]
Not the only motorcycle company offering a useful online guide to choose a replacement battery, but the ThrottleX website search function is excellent and will prevent many of you from making ordering mistakes. They carry a broad range of motorcycle batteries, many exceeding the factory specs, from Harley-Davidson to Polaris, Honda, Suzuki, Ducati, BMW, even Sea Doo and […]
Harley-Davidson Stealth Luggage Rack For Touring Models
Published by November 22nd, 2012 in Accessories, Chassis and Customs.The new Stealth Tour-Pak® Luggage Rack (P/N 53000242 Chrome, P/N 53000247 Gloss Black; $239.95) from Harley-Davidson® Genuine Motor Accessories® adds flowing style and protects the lid of Harley-Davidson Tour-Pak luggage. Its six cantilevered aerodynamic rails appear to float above the center spar, imparting a lighter-than-air profile. Hidden mounting hardware adds to the clean design. The Stealth […]
Shopping Harley-Davidson Holiday Gifts
Published by November 17th, 2012 in Accessories, Builders, Editorial, Events and Merchandise.Harley-Davidson would love that your local dealer become your holiday wish list headquarters. And to incite you to shop Harley gifts, with a $300 Purchase they offer a Limited Edition 110th Anniversary Tin with a membership to the Hatley-Davidson Museum. Inside each Limited Edition 110th Anniversary Tin is a collectible dog tag and keychain, a […]
On the left, the Drifter DLX. Featuring Bell’s innovative Speed Dial adjustable fit system for a perfect fit even with your gloves on. The system also drastically reduces the tendency for half shell helmets t lift off of the head. Low profile shell design while still passing DOT requirements. $99.95 (solid) to $109.95 (graphics) On […]
An ADP Lightspeed study of 219 V-Twin dealers from Jan.-Sept. 2012 shows that helmets represent 3 to 9% of total parts & accessories sales. The 219 V-twin dealerships polled sold $3.1 million in helmets during the first nine months of 2012, part of $60 million in total P&A sales. The state of Indiana ranks number […]
Xtreme Machine New Bag Latches
Published by November 8th, 2012 in Accessories, Customs and Editorial.How many words can I write about custom bag latches without boring you? Not many… Well, because these ones come from Xtreme Machine, they will match their wheel designs. But the Stiletto (top), Arson (middle) and Skullz (bottom) designs could complement others… Like all after-market bag latches, they are using the Harley oem locking mechanism, so […]
High Performance Bagger Speakers For Harley-Davidson Electra Glide
Published by November 7th, 2012 in Accessories, Customs, Editorial and Electrical.The new Boom! Audio High Performance Boom! Bagger Speakers from Harley-Davidson ($159.95 Fairing front and$ 159.95 Tour-Pak rear) replace the original equipment speakers for improved clarity and performance of the the stock speakers on 1998-2005 Electra Glide® models. A two-way speaker design with a separate bass and midrange driver and grill-mounted tweeter provides improved high-frequency […]
New Wind Splitter Vented Windshield By Harley-Davidson. Wind Tunnel Tested.
Published by November 1st, 2012 in Accessories, Customs and Editorial.The new Wind Splitter Vented Windshield ($424.95) from Harley-Davidson® Genuine Motor Accessories® was developed by Harley-Davidson and tested in the Wichita State University wind tunnel to relieve low pressure behind the windshield and significantly reduce buffeting at the rider position. A fingertip-adjustable center vent matches air flow to the rider’s height and also provides cooling […]
Touring Bike Fairing Lining Kit
Published by November 1st, 2012 in Accessories, Customs and Editorial.This easy-to-install kit from Drag Specialties and Hotop Designs includes everything needed to line fairing compartments with a soft, thick, durable fabric. The kit gives your ride a finished, custom look while protecting your sunglasses, GPS, cell phone and other gear from damage on long road trips. Made for 98-13 FLTR/FLTRX models, the pliable, stretchable […]
