You can go to Nepal to enjoy Katmandu or visit and climb some of the Himalayas, but probably not to report on the custom motorcycle scene. This country bordered to the north by the People’s Republic of China, and to the south, east, and west by the Republic of India strictly prohibits any modification of […]
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Royal Enfield Himalayan Outlaw
Published by September 16th, 2011 in Builders, Customs and Editorial.New Harley-Davidson Slipstream Accessories Collection
Published by September 15th, 2011 in Builders, Controls, Customs and Editorial.A new custom look with genuine Harley-Davidson accessories. The new Slipstream Collection combines mirror-finish chrome surfaces and contrasting black pads that complement both blacked-out and chrome-covered custom motorcycles. The collection includes grips, mirrors, footboard inserts and foot control pads that feature aero-inspired spears deeply embedded in the surface, and square-shouldered rubber pads for contemporary looks […]
Moto Undone. A Representation Of Generic Transportation.
Published by September 15th, 2011 in Builders, Customs and Editorial.Is the past a blueprint for the future? Sometimes. But the job of an artist is to challenge the accepted norm and to design with a completely fresh look at what can be next. “Stripping machines down to their core essence and rebuilding them leads me to new discoveries, thoughts and inspiration” says designer Joey […]
Ducati Diavel AMG Special Edition. For Passionate Connoisseurs.
Published by September 14th, 2011 in Builders, Customs and Editorial.The award winning Ducati Diavel, stunningly futuristic, one of the most daring factory designs to date, a head-turning power cruiser that you can almost handle like a sport bike, rapidly sold out at a price of $16,995. Want more stares at you? Soon you will be able to order the even more refined Diavel AMG […]
What Your Motor Is Doing? Roland Sands Launches The Clarity Line.
Published by September 13th, 2011 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Engines.Ever wanted to know what’s going on inside your engine? Now you can view its internal components while they work. With the new RSD Clarity Line, your motorcycle inner workings are on display while sealed tight behind articulately machined billet aluminum and transparent polycarbonate. Design is inspired and machined with the form of true working […]
If Triumph Would Have Board Track Raced…
Published by September 12th, 2011 in Builders, Customs and Editorial.All custom builders are looking to create something different. Dennis and Steve at TT Cycles are no exception. They wanted to build a board track style racing bike since this sport was extremely popular in their home state of New-Jersey. Problem is that they specialize on work done on vintage Triumph motorcycles and there was […]
Harley-Davidson Flag Display Honoring the 10th Anniversary of September 11th
Published by September 11th, 2011 in Builders, Editorial and Events.In recognition of the tenth anniversary of the September 11, 2001 attacks on America, the Harley-Davidson Museum is displaying thousands of flags that spell the word “Remember” on the Museum grounds. This special display is in place since yesterday Saturday, September 10 until Monday, September 12.
Exclusive. The Cannonball Endurance Run Will Have a 2012 Edition.
Published by September 11th, 2011 in Builders, Editorial and Events.I was just informed by organizer Lonnie Isam Jr. that after the huge success of the 2010 Cannonball Endurance Run, the now famous coast to coast ride on vintage motorcycles will have a new edition in 2012, from September 7 to 21. This time the run through the great wide open will be reserved to motorcycles […]
Death Of Sucker Punch Sally’s Co-Owner Christian Clayton.
Published by September 10th, 2011 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.I am sad to report that co-owner of Sucker Punch Sally Christian Clayton passed away, apparently in his sleep. His wife found him dead at 9 am on Friday September 9, 2011. Details of the circumstances of his sudden passing are unknown. An autopsy will be performed. He was 40 years old. Sucker Punch Sally was originally created in 2002 […]
Restoring A Classic Triumph Motorcycle
Published by September 10th, 2011 in Books, Builders and Editorial.The 60’s, 70’s and beginning of the 80’s were the best decades for British motorcycle manufacturer Triumph. The demise of the company in 1983 re-enforced the legendary status of the brand and “Bonnies” are right now some of the most sought-after motorcycles for restoration or customization. Since I know many of you are working on them […]
Bonneville BUB Speed Trials. Jody Perewitz First Woman To Race Over 200 MPH On An American V-Twin Motorcycle.
Published by September 9th, 2011 in Builders, Editorial and Events.While some dream of getting a land speed record, others stay awake and do it! And it includes women. During the 8th edition of the BUB Speed Speed Trials in Bonneville with no prior experience of the Utah Salt Flats, Jody Perewitz with the support of the Team J’Witz, became the first woman to run […]
Harley-Davidson Music Player Pouch
Published by September 9th, 2011 in Accessories, Builders, Customs and Editorial.The new Boom!™ Audio Music Player Tank Pouch (P/N 76000193, $44.95) from Harley-Davidson Genuine Motor Accessories has a neoprene jacket to protect a portable music device (it includes your smart phone), while the built-in magnets hold the pouch securely to any steel fuel tank or dash cover. The clear window permits touch-screen control, and the […]
In Bonneville Land Speed Racer Wink Eller Stiches Himself. Warning. Some May Find Difficult To Watch This Video.
Published by September 9th, 2011 in Builders, Editorial and Videos.Background. Over the winter, Wink Eller & his beautiful wife Dee built a new Land Speed Racing bike. While dialing the bike at the SCTA’s El Mirage May 14-15 event Wink ran 173 mph. While returning to the pits after this run, Wink was in a 15MPH accident & badly injured his left leg. Wink […]
Harley-Davidson Declares Dividend. Yesterday September 8, 2011, Harley-Davidson, Inc. (NYSE: HOG) announced that its Board of Directors approved a cash dividend of $0.125 per share for the third quarter of 2011. The dividend is payable October 14, 2011 to the holders of record of the Company’s common stock on September 30, 2011. Harley-Davidson, Inc. is […]
Harley-Davidson New Commercial. Liberation.
Published by September 8th, 2011 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Videos.Last year, Harley-Davidson adopted with its new partner in communication “Victors & Spoils” a marketing technique known as “Crowd Sourcing.” Under the principle that collaboration brings creation, Harley-davidson is sourcing new concepts of communication from its customer base. The first commercial produced was named “Cages”. Here is the second one of the series called “Liberation.” […]
Like many young custom shop, Mad Jap Kustoms is a small one man operation with no big fancy equipment in his shop, no CNC machines, no show room, just a nice place to work with one bike lift and a sweet ass heater because man it gets extremely cold up there in beautiful Calgary, Canada. […]
Motorcycling, one of the most efficient ways to travel. But how frugal is your motorcycle? Do you know? And did you compare to other models or brands? With the 3rd version of the Total Motorcycle’s Comprehensive Fuel Economy Guide you can check the fuel economy of 5500 motorcycles all the way back to 1934, both […]
Next Big Rally. Las Vegas BikeFest Sept. 29, Oct. 2, 2011
Published by September 6th, 2011 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.The entertainment capital of the world is going to welcome again Las Vegas BikeFest from September 29 to October 2, 2011. Of course the Cashman Vendor Village, entertainment during the day, the casinos, the restaurants, the clubs and the cruising on the 4.2 mile stretch known as the Strip. Plus a full schedule of activities […]
Free Style Cafe Racer. Jay Lossa Custom Yamaha SR 500.
Published by September 5th, 2011 in Builders, Customs and Editorial.Another beautiful interpretation of the Cafe Racer style, this one from a 1978 Yamaha 500 by builder Jay Lossa from Lossa Engineering. Those in hot rods and on the trucks business know him well because he worked for some of the best in the business. Born in a family where both sides owned motorcycle dealerships […]
Harley-Davidson Chrome Tie-Down Brackets
Published by September 4th, 2011 in Accessories, Builders, Customs and Editorial.These new Chrome Tie-Down Brackets (P/N 93500006, $59.95) from Harley-Davidson Genuine Motor Accessories simplify the process of securing a Harley-Davidson motorcycle to a trailer or bike lift. The brackets mount to the front fork cover and offer secure and convenient attachment points for tie-down straps. Moving the tie-down point from the handlebar to the triple-tree […]
Minneapolis Ad Agency Wins Indian Motorcycle Account. Twin Cities Ad agency Colle+McVoy has been named agency of record for Indian Motorcycle, which was bought earlier this year in April by Polaris Industries Inc. (NYSE: PII) The Ad Agency will lead Indian’s international branding, advertising, creative, design, retail and interactive marketing strategy. Sturgis Motorcycle Rally traffic […]
Lehman Trike Sets World Land Speed Record In Bonneville
Published by September 3rd, 2011 in Builders, Editorial and Events.Lehman Trikes owns a new Land Speed Record with a required two-pass certified average speed of 121.672 mph. Top speed reached on one pass was 123.404 mph. It was piloted by racer Bill Chambers who declared being amazed by the trike chassis stability during his 2 runs. “I think it is important to note that […]
The Very Last 2011 Art-Deco Inspired Blackhawk Chiefs
Published by September 2nd, 2011 in Builders, Customs and Editorial.Few were manufactured at the Indian Kings Mountain plant. A handful remain available. Since Polaris acknowledges they are well made Chiefs and because they feature a custom art-deco inspired theme that I like very much, I feel that some of you may be interested by this Blackhawk model. I don’t have an inventory available per Indian […]
In their small shop of DP Custom Cycles in New River, Arizona, the Del Prado bothers (Jarred and Justin) build bikes for for the working’ man. What they love to build usually doesn’t start from the ground up but as stock motorcycles that they love to turn into practical old school hot rods. Forget about […]
Polaris-Indian Number One Indian Motorcycle
Published by August 30th, 2011 in Builders, Editorial and Events.Historic picture? The Polaris team working on Indian Motorcycles just tweeted the picture of the 1st Indian bike they ever assembled at the The Spirit Lake, Iowa facility. The first Polaris-Indian will be subjected to extensive testing and evaluation to ensure the quality meets all Polaris quality standards. The 2012 Indian Chief will not be […]
Viper Motorcycle Announces Absolute Investments as Distributor for the Middle East and India
Published by August 30th, 2011 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.Another motorcycle manufacturer is smelling gold in the Middle East & India. Viper Motorcycle Company, wholly owned division of Viper Powersports, Inc. just disclosed that it has signed Absolute Investments as its initial 2012 Platinum Overseas Distributor for the Middle East and India. Absolute Investments has offices in Dubai, UAE; Riyadh, KSA; Kuwait City, Kuwait; […]
