Securing your motorcycle in upright position either for storage, service or transportation is an issue for all bikers. And you may know that dropped bikes are a somewhat frequent occurrence… Harley-Davidson just released this Cradle Wheel Chock ($249.95) holding a motorcycle securely on the ground, on a trailer, or in the back of a pickup […]
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Published by April 3rd, 2011 in Accessories, Customs and Editorial.New Fork Seal Driver With Split Design
Published by March 24th, 2011 in Accessories, Customs and Editorial.Fortunately, tools are getting smarter. Anything making our mechanical tasks easier is worth mentioning. Last weekend at the CCI Dealer Expo I saw this new Fork Seal Driver with an innovative split design making it easier and safer to use than old fashioned pin aligned drivers. It features a knurled finish for a secure no-slip grip […]
Bikers Don’t Cry. Visormatic For Any 3/4 Helmet..
Published by March 23rd, 2011 in Accessories, Customs and Editorial.Bikers don’t cry. Yes, they do, at least when they don’t wear a good face/eye protection. Lick’s Cycles has released a new face/eye protection designed for quick and easy installation to any ¾ open face helmet. Rubber retention tabs fitted to the lens simply slide into place between the helmet shell and lining. So glasses […]
Spartan Windshield. As The Name Indicates…
Published by March 12th, 2011 in Accessories, Chassis, Customs and Editorial.From National Cycle, the premier manufacturer of motorcycle windshields, and conceived to defend you on the unpredictable open road, the Spartan windshield is 20 times more impact resistant and 30 times more scratch resistant than common acrylic shields. The key is the Quantum™-hardcoated Lexan® polycarbonate, unique to National Cycle and increasingly renowned for unheard-of strength. […]
Harley-Davidson Softail Swingarm Solo Bag
Published by March 8th, 2011 in Accessories, Builders and Editorial.This smooth distressed leather bag (black or brown) from Harley-Davidson® Genuine Motor Accessories is shaped to accent the shape of the Harley-Davidson Softail® swingarm. This semi-rigid bag features a pouch-style flap lid, secured with two quick-disconnect clips that are hidden behind traditional straps and buckles. It is secured to the left side of the swingarm […]
New Night Rider LED Half Helmet From Harley-Davidson
Published by March 4th, 2011 in Accessories, Builders and Editorial.Everything that increase the distance at which you can be be clearly discerned when you ride at night is welcome. With dual, integrated LED lights at the back, the new Night Rider LED Half Helmet from can become a beacon of enhanced visibility.
New Premium Harley-Davidson Luggage Collection
Published by February 26th, 2011 in Accessories, Customs and Editorial.A new complete line of Harley-davidson bags (8 different pieces) designed to conveniently mount to a Tour-Pak luggage rack. Each bag is formed of 1680 denier ballistic nylon material with a UV-resistant coating. Designed to maintain their shape and protect belongings over years of long-haul motorcycle touring, these heavy duty bags are also tastefully styled […]
Add Speedster to any product name and you are pretty sure to get my attention. I am a big coffee and expresso drinker and the look of this motor-themed machine is absolutely gorgeous (see more pictures after the jump.) Made from stainless steel, this advanced machine features a double boiler system, electronic temperature controllers, a […]
Smart Pack-Pad For Solo Seat Motorcycles
Published by February 19th, 2011 in Accessories, Customs and Editorial.A new interesting idea coming from Germany. The Pack-Pad Luggage. You know the dilemma. You ride a solo seat motorcycle, want to ride it for long distances and have no practical way, except maybe some removable saddlebags and a back pack, to carry all your overnight gear. Coming from 2 long time biker friends (Peter Holz […]
It turns Out It’s still The Best Friend Of Your Boots and Exhaust
Published by February 8th, 2011 in Accessories, Controls, Customs and Editorial.Not new but worth reminding some of you that there is a simple solution to stop burning your boots and ruining your exhaust system. The Turn-Out style Heel Guard is still the best solution because it works without interfering with any pedal functions, is installed in a few minutes and can save you a lot of […]
V-Twin Expo. Roland Sands New Gas Cap Line.
Published by February 6th, 2011 in Accessories, Builders, Customs and Editorial.Roland Sands Design is present at the V-Twin Expo (booth 400) to present its line of parts and kits. Among new products, this gas cap line. Alternating and mixing the Contrast Cut, Chrome and new Black-Ops (textured black finish), on 4 different designs (Tracker, Tech, Geardrive, Cafe), it’s a total of 14 different gas caps […]
Extreme Highway Sound System.
Published by February 4th, 2011 in Accessories, Customs, Editorial and Electrical.Another company offering custom motorcycle speakers and sound systems for all motorcycle makes and models that work with any iPod, iPhone, MP3, Satellite, etc. And if I mention it is because I hear from several sources an excellent feedback about customer satisfaction. They also state that they offer the loudest motorcycle systems. Extreme highway sound, […]
A Few New Ideas For Your Custom Helmet. Pick Yours!
Published by February 4th, 2011 in Accessories, Customs and Editorial.Exclusive Preview. The Revolutionary New National Cycle Windshield For Harley Models.
Published by January 28th, 2011 in Accessories, Customs and Editorial.In exactly one week it will be introduced by National Cycle at the V-Twin Expo (booth 2419), then you will be able to order it from your preferred motorcycle dealer. It’s called the STINGER™ and was ergonomically designed to enclose the rider in a virtual aerodynamic capsule to provide the best possible air pressure relief […]
New Small, Sleek And Adjustable Windshield As Strong As A Gladiator Shield. Harley XL, FX, FL Models.
Published by January 20th, 2011 in Accessories, Chassis, Customs and Editorial.You want a small and sleek custom windshield that you can adjust in any position and that doesn’t break or even ding? One looking good on your Harley XLs, FX, FX Wide Glides and even FL models? Answer, this new Gladiator™ Windshield from National Cycle. It features a limitlessly adjustable mounting bracket and a polycarbonate screen […]
A small gadget that many of you will find useful to have in your saddlebags, touring pack or on you while traveling at night. This versatile low profile LED light provide years of operation with long-life batteries (included), rotates 360° and tilts 45°, is water and shocks resistant and can be velcro or magnetic installed […]
“Cyril, you’re more than correct about your place in the digital media universe. The “DashLink” launch on Oct 28 went viral, mostly from those who read the article in your website. By Monday Nov 01, it was in Cape Town, South Africa, Greece, Germany, Japan, France and Italy. At the end of the day Monday, […]
Apple Power Cables For All Motorcycles
Published by January 1st, 2011 in Accessories, Customs and Editorial.Apple devices are again the most sold tech products during this holiday season. Logically, more and more will want to travel with them when riding their bikes long distance and consequently a huge market of accessories to charge them in developing. Powerlet specializes in the business of manufacturing rugged electrical devices and cables specifically conceived […]
The new JIMS® Lift Caddy allows you to maneuver occupied bike lifts around your shop or garage effortlessly. Have you ever started repairing a motorcycle only to discover you are waiting for parts with a bike stuck on a lift and in the way? JIMS® Lift Caddy can be installed in the time it takes […]
Fiber Optic Mohawk Helmets. Not For Me. For You?
Published by December 28th, 2010 in Accessories, Customs and Editorial.I can’t imagine myself with a Mohawk haircut, nor you… Much less wearing a Mohawk helmet shining like a Christmas tree! These fiber optic may be fun to use or show, but I doubt that a mature baby boomer (baby boomers are all supposed to be mature…) will buy one, even not for July the […]
Harley-Davidson Garage Set. From $1405 To $599.
Published by December 24th, 2010 in Accessories, Builders and Editorial.Usually don’t publish promo offers because of too many, but can’t resist to show you this one. This complete Harley-Davidson storage garage set is a hit for any home mechanic who is a true Harley enthusiast. It was listed at $1405, and is now offered brand new at a huge discount, $599 with free shipping […]
Harley-Davidson Universal Locks For Soft Saddlebags
Published by December 20th, 2010 in Accessories, Customs and Editorial.Soft-sided saddlebags are extremely vulnerable to the grab-and-go thief. This new kit from Harley-Davidson features two extra-small barrel locks that can replace existing saddlebag snaps to perform double-duty as locks or as snaps when the bags don’t need to be locked. The lock can also be keyed to match a barrel-style Harley-Davidson ignition key (keyed […]
DRILL PRESS: A tall upright machine useful for suddenly snatching flat metal bar stock out of your hands so that it smacks you in the chest and flings your beer across the room, denting the freshly-painted project which you had carefully set in the corner where nothing could get to it. WIRE WHEEL: Cleans paint […]
Harley-Davidson Road King Classic Leather Saddlebag Audio System
Published by December 10th, 2010 in Accessories, Customs and Editorial.Cycle Sounds just introduced a Bagger Audio System specifically conceived for the leather bags of the Harley-Davidson Road King Classic. This new kit is using a revolutionary speaker bezel design enabling 6” x 9” speakers to be integrated with an existing set of leather saddlebags without changing the look of the bike, or adding bulk […]
Since you know that my passion is good design with some irreverent style, what about a 4-wheeled chair that you could “race”, Ben-Hur style, although evidently it’s not its purpose. More a chair to show your guests or clients that you have quite a sense of humor. It works well too for fast trips to the fridge […]
