“Hildebrand” oil filters were extremely popular in the 50’s & 60’s and widely used on Trucks and Hot Rods. Several companies in the motorcycle industry re-designed them for use on motorcycles. LA County Choppers is the last one to offer a new version that they named “Honey Pot Oil Filter”. This model is cast aluminum, […]
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LA County Choprods Honey Pot Oil Filter
Published by September 10th, 2009 in Accessories, Customs, Editorial and Engines.I should begin this post by the fine print: “Biltwell helmets are designed for display and novelty purposes only, and should never be worn to operate an actual motorcycle. Simply put, Biltwell helmets do not meet any DOT or other safety standards”. This being said, Biltwell continue to sell a lot of their open face […]
Russ Wernimont Custom Lower Leg And Axle Covers.
Published by August 13th, 2009 in Accessories, Customs, Editorial and Suspension.You may have known Russ Wernimont, a long time metal fabricator with 26 years of experience, through his line of fenders that he started to market to our industry in 1992. What you may not know is that Russ also proposes a full line of accessories. He sees his business future in modifying stock Harley-Davidsons […]
Harley-Davidson Customization For Your Digital Gear
Published by August 13th, 2009 in Accessories, Builders and Customs.To reflect your taste and passion for motorcycles, Harley-Davidson offers you the clothing, the gadgets and now the digital gear skins. Via a company called SkinIt using a state-of-the-art digital printing process you can cover your electronics (phone, laptop, notebook, camera, headphones, etc) with a film skin in patterns suggested by the mother factory. But […]
Gotta Have A Push Rod Tube Clip Installer
Published by August 8th, 2009 in Accessories and Editorial.If you’re a Harley rider who plans on doing even the very basic service to your machine, a Push Rod Tube Clip Installer is an absolute must. This slick tool will save time, hassle, finger tips and nerves while turning what can be a real pain into a simple task. Made from billet steel and […]
Subwoofer For Your Harley-Davidson Bagger
Published by August 6th, 2009 in Accessories, Customs and Editorial.If you have a factory audio system installed on your bagger, you are missing something. Low bass. And if you don’t have low bass your are missing half of the music you are listening to. You need a good sub-woofer to handle the lower end of the audio spectrum. Hell’s Foundry just introduced an integrated […]
Don’t Sit On This Fender Pillion Bag
Published by August 6th, 2009 in Accessories, Customs and Editorial.Because if you read correctly, it’s not a Pillion Pad but a Pillion Bag. It’s because it looks like a solo pillion pad that it’s a good idea to mount it on your rear fender. The “SaddleStow Pillion Bag” holds close to 300 cubic inches of necessities like a phone, garage door opener, sunglasses, even enough […]
The law say yes. But while riding I trust better arm signals and being defensive by looking around you than stock horns. So, like most custom builders I have removed and thrown away more factory horns than I will ever install new aftermarket ones. But if you feel like you need one, at least […]
Aeromach, manufacturer of after-market tricky mirrors and other billet custom accessories for both American (since 1992) & Metric motorcycles since 1996), was acquired by Paul Aiken and relocated to North Carolina. Aeromach’s founder Richard Fouhy started manufacturing by making parts for M-1 tanks, helicopters and space shuttle components. When the aerospace industry started to slow […]
Motorcycle Vertical Tag Legal Again In Florida.
Published by July 3rd, 2009 in Accessories, Editorial and Electrical.Since October 2008 vertical license plate were illegal in the State of Florida. The first fine to violate the law was a whopping $1000… Abate of Florida reports that governor Charlie Crist signed an amended bill restoring the legality of the use of a vertical tag for motorcycles and scooters if it cannot be adjusted or […]
New Accel Self-Learning Module For Fuel Injected Harley-Davidson. Just Plug And Ride.
Published by June 25th, 2009 in Accessories, Customs, Editorial and Electrical.After 4 years of development and testing, Accel a division of Prestolite Performance, specializing in high quality ignition and electrical components for American made Harley-Davidson motorcycles, is about to release next week the SLM EFI Module. This self-learning technology compensates for changing loads, weather conditions and altitude while you ride. It automatically re-calibrates and optimizes […]
Saddlemen offers a wide variety of bags to fit all your touring needs. They are all equipped with a versatile universal strap mounting system to fit virtually all trunk-mounted or stand-alone racks. On one side, the featured bag features a zip-off backpack, while the other side has a 2” expansion panel. It includes 4 exterior zippered pockets. Top carry handle […]
Floorboard Spacers For 2009 Harley-Davidson Baggers
Published by June 14th, 2009 in Accessories, Customs and Editorial.Of interest to all owners of H-D Baggers, there is a simple way to space out your floorboards to avoid riding with your legs in an awkward and uncomfortable position and even melting your boots or burning your legs on your exhaust. Available only for floorboards, the spacers move them out approximately 1“and are a quick, […]
Demoing A Motorcycle Garage Opener
Published by June 9th, 2009 in Accessories, Customs and Editorial.Although I must have been “briefed” by about 2 dozens of manufacturers wanting me to endorse their products I am not an expert in bike wash and detailing. I just know 1- the meaning of clean when I see it. 2- that you are better off to do it yourself than to give your bike […]
Bagger Anti Rattle Shift Linkages
Published by May 31st, 2009 in Accessories, Controls and Editorial.Improve a little bit your bagger by using these Softbrake shift linkage arms in conjunction with spring loaded spacers and caps. The combo will help you eliminate that annoying rattle and cover the end of the stock shaft inner shift arms. These linkage arms are direct replacements for OEM inner arms found on 1982 to […]
When you choose a motorcycle helmet, you are supposed to check quietness, ventilation/air flow, de-fogging, face shield (if any) ability to keep wind out, face shield ability to resist scratching, ease of replacing it, scratch resistance of shell, color/graphic design, weight, ease of fastening the strap and last, fit and comfort. J.D. Power & Associates, […]
In the series “it has nothing to do with motorcycles”, but because it’s fun and even useful, this post about what I think is the best clock ever. Some alarm clock can tell you a lot of things. Time, day, year, temperature…and even when to wake you up. Now, in 2009 it’s time (pun intended) for you to say […]
The Intelligent Way To Store & Protect Your Bike Accessories
Published by April 24th, 2009 in Accessories and Editorial.Ever kicked your helmet, walked on your windshield, tripped on your bags and looked for your riding gloves lost somewhere in your garage? A company called Thunder Creek Customs offers a unique line up of fully adjustable storage systems to safeguard your bike detachable accessories and your riding gear. Rack stands or wall mounts they […]
Does The Market Need Another Ignition cover? No. Maybe…
Published by April 21st, 2009 in Accessories, Customs, Editorial and Electrical.Every builder/manufacturer is selling one. Finned, grooved, smooth, spiked, with a devil head, a Maltese cross, etc, and as many logos & names as the industry counts. The thought of bringing one more ignition cover doesn’t make any sense except that they have always been a top-selling item. So the boys at Biltwell decided to […]
When You Ride, Put On Your Second Best Face.
Published by April 7th, 2009 in Accessories, Editorial and Merchandise.The press release I received states that there is nothing like it. And I believe it. After 3 years of continuous lab and road testing, the people of “Second Face On” have perfected a protective mask for motorcycle riders that prefer not to wear the full helmet. Of course, the idea is to offer protection […]
Give it to a youngster to explain to him he must start saving now for retirement and he will not care. Give it to an over 50 years old and he will be offended. This clock has been slowed down by 61,320 percent so each minute now represents approximately a year. The clock, of course, […]
When you are no more in the garage tinkering with your bike, you can still show to your friends that you are a true gear head. Inspired by traditional gears, these well- crafted gear coasters will cost you less than a derby cover ($55 for the set of 4). Can also be used as trivets […]
Limited Edition Brad Pitt Benjamin Button Belstaff Jackets
Published by February 22nd, 2009 in Accessories and Editorial.“The Curious Case Of Benjamin Button” is probably one of the best movies of the last decade. A must see. In this Oscar nominated movie, Brad Pitt’s character is seen doing short motorcycle rides on an Indian and Triumph motorcycle and wearing very cool leather jackets (my preferred is the Button Jacket on the right). […]
Show the world that you are a Motor Head by accessorizing your body like you do for your ride! Yes, these are Piston Rings manufactured from 316 Stainless Steel and CNC machined in house by a company called BikeDesignz. The underside of the ring is comfort notched which holds the piston design in place. Men’s […]
Change Your Harley Backrest Without Changing It
Published by February 16th, 2009 in Accessories, Customs and Editorial.I am pretty sure that you are not crazy about the stock triangle found on the detachable backrests of Road Kings, Street Glides, Road Glides and Electra Glides. Harley-Davidson must know because they propose an after-market upgrade backrest plate, but it is still a boring triangle. Ironspirit offers an extended line […]
