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Harley-Davidson H-D1 Factory Customization. New Video.
Published by February 16th, 2011 in Builders, Editorial and Videos.Fast Motorcycle Industry News
Published by February 16th, 2011 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.1- NFL Motorcycle Helmets. Andy Brogden is persistent. He banged on the doors of the National Football League for three years until he got a five-year, exclusive contract to produce motorcycle and kids’ bicycle helmets (half and three-quarters) emblazoned with the NFL team logos. The NFL promised to order 45,000 units at a time and […]
Designed by the trio Meixner, Cockerell and Landgraf, the Megola was produced between 1921 and 1925 in Munich, Germany. The 640 cc rotary engine was mounted within the front wheel and was made of 5 cylinders with side-mounted valves and it displaced 640 cc. The crankshaft was the front axle, which remained stationary while the cylinders […]
Ultima Expands Its Line Of Open Belt Drive Primary Systems
Published by February 15th, 2011 in Builders, Customs, Driveline and Editorial.Ultima announces an expanded number of applications for their popular Open Belt Primary Systems. They all offer a 6061-T6 billet aluminum backing plate and the option of four outboard support designs for maximum horsepower transfer. Ultima 3.35″ Belt Drive Kits for Softails & Dynas. These systems will fit both Evo and TwinCam setups. There is […]
Harley-Davidson Sponsor Of A Completely Revised Hoka Hey Motorcycle Challenge
Published by February 15th, 2011 in Builders, Editorial and Events.Harley-Davidson Motor Company will provide marketing and promotional support for a new 2011 Hoka Hey Motorcycle Challenge. The event has been completely changed from last year and from what was initially announced for the 2011 edition. Under Harley-Davidson’s support and guidance the event will begin in Phoenix, Arizona, (no more San Diego) and travel through all […]
Motorcycles never die and when they are revived they are painstakingly restored to look as brand new or re-dressed to look even better than the originals. This 1965 BSA Lightning belongs to the second category and is a very fine example of custom vintage motorcycle work. 3 weeks ago, its builder Jesse Bassett from the […]
Chrysler. Imported From Detroit. Superb.
Published by February 12th, 2011 in Builders, Editorial and Videos.If you belong to the 111 million viewers who watched last weekend Green Bay vs. Pittsburgh Super Bowl XLV you probably saw this Chrysler commercial. Best American car ad I have ever seen. I love it because it’s not only about Chrysler but Detroit. The tag line “Imported From Detroit” is pure creative genius. Worth […]
2011 Official Daytona Bike Week Drawing
Published by February 10th, 2011 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.It’s a tradition. Every year The Daytona Beach Community Foundation holds a drawing for the Official Bike Week Motorcycle. Always a beautiful custom motorcycle, this one built by Brass Balls Bobber & Choppers (model 69) and valued at $35,000. Features include: S&S 93” Flat-Side Shovelhead Engine, Polished BAKER Six-Speed Transmission, Delkron Inner Primary Cover, Barnett Scorpion […]
Erik Buell To Launch Street Bike At End Of Year
Published by February 9th, 2011 in Builders, Editorial and Events.It was October 15, 2009. Harley-Davidson announced that Buell motorcycles were immediately discontinued. In a press conference the same day, a very emotional Erik Buell confirmed the news. Immediately, in the same city of East Troy, WI Erik founded Erik Buell Racing, a company not affiliated in any way with Buell® or Harley-Davidson, to produce […]
Exclusive Preview. New Acme Bobber And Chopper Loop Tail Frames.
Published by February 9th, 2011 in Builders, Chassis, Customs and Editorial.You are the 1st to see them. The official launch will be during Daytona Bike Week. Precision crafted by Acme Choppers at their New Hampshire Laconia shop, these new Loop Tail frames are designed to help you build the rigid Bobber or Chopper of your dreams. The Acme crew uses only American-made DOM tubing and […]
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Published by February 9th, 2011 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.2011 Harley-Davidson Softail Recall. Citing the possibility of a deadly crash, Harley Davidson urges owners of 2011 Softails to check their mail for a recall notice. 6,964 owners are affected by the latest recall regarding their Softail manufactured between June and October 2010 (whose motorcycles feature security system kits accessories) These particular motorcycles feature a […]
Senior Versus Junior TV Series And Lawsuits. Reality Bites When Lights Go Out.
Published by February 8th, 2011 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.Your favorite TV motorcycle show to hate, “Senior versus Junior”, an extension of “American Chopper”, drew to a close last Monday evening at 10 pm. Haters, don’t rejoice. Expect 100’s of hours of rerun, here in the US and abroad. Lovers, rejoice for exactly the same reason… The series ended with no closure between father […]
2011 V-Twin Expo Award Winners
Published by February 8th, 2011 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.Each year, the V-Twin Expo offers a reception during which awards are given to some leaders of the industry. Below is the list of the 2011 winners. 2011 Engine of the Year. S&S Cycle KN-Kone Motor. 2011 Wheel Designer of the Year. RC Components Zenith Wheels. 2011 Tech Product of the Year. WISECO Performance Products Fuel Manager Controller. […]
After working during a couple of years on Softail platforms to develop a line of custom parts to transform them into tough Exile Machines, it will appear as a surprise to many that Russell Mitchell has now turned his attention to the Harley Dyna model. Custom motorcycle legislation being tougher and budgets being tighter, cool […]
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 […]
V-Twin Expo. The Battle Of The Tall Bagger Front Wheel.
Published by February 6th, 2011 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Wheels.In Cincinnati, the battle of the tall front wheel is raging between at least 4 companies. No more 21″ or 23″, but 26″ and 30″. What most people still don’t know is that to fit a 26″ or 30″ size wheel on a Harley Touring Model is not just a bolt-on task. For those who want […]
The 11th edition of the V-Twin Expo opened its doors at 10 am this morning. A couple of flash news and a few atmosphere pictures. 1- Surprise. Randy Simpson got a booth because – yes – he is back in business. Why? Because he got bored doing (almost) nothing and he loves doing what he […]
BAKER Drivetrain 2011 Calendar Bike And Model
Published by February 3rd, 2011 in Builders, Customs, Driveline, Editorial and Events.For the past 10 years BAKER Drivetrain has produced a calendar, built a custom bike to illustrate it and hired a pretty model to make it even more attractive. 2011 is no exception, with this calendar bike for the first time completely built in house by BAKER’s own engineers Chad Berhendt and Andy Friar. And […]
New Harley-Davidson 1200 Sportster Model With Fattitude And Factory H-D1 Customization Program
Published by February 3rd, 2011 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.Harley-Davidson dealers meet in Orlando this weekend, and the mid winter announcements include a new 1200 Custom Sportster and the final details regarding the H-D1 Factory Customization program offering factory-installed options. 1- A New Sportster 1200 Custom. A bolder and updated look with a wide front end and chunky 16-inch tire, new wheels, a pull-back […]
Exclusive. Jesse James Launching Cisco Burger Franchise.
Published by February 2nd, 2011 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.Jesse James just told me that he is officially launching a franchise of his old school, but actually modern, eco-friendly Cisco Burger Long Beach CA, restaurant. The first franchisee will open in one month in Grantville, Pennsylvania and Jesse mentioned to me that his objective is to open 25 more Cisco Burger joints in the next […]
V-Twin Expo. Dirico Motorcycles To Debut Two 2011 Models
Published by February 2nd, 2011 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.During the V-Twin Expo this weekend (Feb. 5th through 7th), Dirico Motorcycles is set to launch 2 new motorcycles for 2011. The ProStreet Roadster and the HeartBreaker will be displayed at the Metzeler booth with Dirico’s representatives available to discuss these new motorcycles.
Harley-Davidson Rebuilds Its Clothing Line For A Younger Attitude
Published by February 2nd, 2011 in Builders, Editorial and Merchandise.Plaid shirts are back in fashion since quite a few years (at least 5). Their casual look evoking an authentic and rebel attitude of the past has been adopted by many in the industry, especially the youngest among us. Of course, Harley-Davidson noticed and is now proposing a new line of clothing reflecting a younger […]
Honda Switchblade. To Show The Street What Your Are Made Of…
Published by February 1st, 2011 in Builders, Customs and Editorial.Press a button, and like a spring loaded switchblade, this pro-street (or pro-drag) style bike will jump in action fully committed to precise performance. Conceived by designer Edward Birtulescu (Honda Research & Development Of Americas), Switchblade is designed from a Honda 2010 Sabre model platform and takes its styling cues from many body details found […]
European Biker Build-Off. 4th Edition.
Published by January 31st, 2011 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.Long time I didn’t talk about a biker build-off, this one lasting 3 days, live front of the public and of course the cameras… The recent European Biker Build-Off was in its 4th edition and held during the 200+ bike show of Bad Salzuffen in Germany, also home of the Custombike Fair Trade & Exhibition. […]
Horex Brand Resurrected In Germany
Published by January 30th, 2011 in Builders, Editorial and Events.Always exciting to hear about an old brand being revived. Problem is that the first new Horex model released in 50 years does absolutely nothing to me, and I hear to many professional observers in Germany. And it’s a pity because the new engine – a 1218 cc triple overhead camshaft supercharged VR6 engine with six […]
