I read your comments. And most agree on how we arrived in this complete economic mess. We all know that materialism became the non-official religion. Today, the new government rolls out its latest weapons to contain our recession. And during this time, our motorcycle industry’s best names continue to work harder and harder to stay […]
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The End Of The Motorcycle World The Way We Knew It.
Published by January 26th, 2009 in Builders, Customs and Editorial.Because of leverage high ape hangers increase the chance of having your handlebars rotate inside your risers. Nash Motorcycle Company has designed these one of a kind set of risers and claims that they prevent slippage with excellent clamping and increased surface area. Machined out of aluminum. Made in the USA. Available in 2″, 4″,6″,8″ black, […]
Just in time to kick off 2009, Gangster Choppers launches their brand new website and they want me to tell you. The new site features 98% new content, never seen before pictures and tons of biker related information. The Online Store features dozens of Gangster Choppers Brand parts that goes into building their award winning […]
Hot Rod Inspired. Speedster Gas Caps.
Published by January 24th, 2009 in Accessories, Builders and Customs.Inspired by vintage Indy race car hardware designs, this flip-open and vented cap offers unmatched styling and functionality reminiscent of the old Hot Rod spirit era. The handcrafted aluminum cap, with a stain finish, contrasts the mirror finish stainless double latch. A die-cut gasket is included. The 3.125” diameter cap bolts right into a weld-in […]
Biker Rally In Memory Of Custom Builder Jerry Graves.
Published by January 23rd, 2009 in Builders, Customs and Events.An outpouring of sympathy from the area motorcycle community is fueling a memorial on Thursday, January 29, 2009. Lake Worth Bike Night, FL is hosting a special Jerry Graves Memorial starting at 7PM. A portion of the proceeds from fund raising efforts will be donated to Michaele Graves “Hot Rod”, son of Jerry Graves. Jerry […]
Today Harley-Davidson Inc. announced that it will cut 1,100 jobs over two years, close some facilities and consolidate others. The company also reported its fourth-quarter profit down 58% and said it is slashing motorcycle shipments to dealers by 13% to adjust with reduced demand. The 2 engine & transmission plants in Milwaukee, Wis. will be […]
Getting the delicate seal fit into the end of the main drive gear on late model Big Twins without damaging the seal can be a real hassle. That is unless you have one of George’s slick new Mai Drive Gear Installers. Manufactured from 6061 T6 aluminum and anodized in red, the 2-piece tool is precision […]
Gard Hollinger and the crew at LA County Choprods pimp bikes and would like you to do same on your bike by using their new “Pinche“ gas tank. This gas tank features an inset panel detail on each side and is designed to mount “Frisco” style (high on the backbone of the frame). The one-piece bottom minimizes […]
My post about Royal Enfield motorcycles sold as Indians incited Nicker to write the following: ” There never was anything wrong with an Enfield, but the price. The rebadging/branding of a product is as old as the Industrial Revolution. The auto industry is still doing it today. Floyd Clymer could have done a lot worse than rebadging […]
In the custom motorcycle industry Wilwood is less known than other brands. The reason may be that during 30 years Wilwood focused its efforts on high performance brakes for competition. On any given weekend, you can find Wilwood proprietary parts competing at events around the world. Today Wilwood Engineering develops a line of brake products […]
It’s official. Harley-Davidson has applied to have Harley-Davidson Credit Corp. and Eaglemark Savings Bank declared eligible for TLGP (Temporary Liquidity Guarantee Program). TLGP guarantees a corporation unsecured debt against default. It means that the government FDIC would pay the bills of Harley-Davidson financial entities if Harley were unable to pay its bills. Harley-Davidson fourth-quarter earnings […]
Magnetic Hybrid Motorcycle Unveiled In Japan
Published by January 20th, 2009 in Builders and Editorial.First there was Sumo, the Japanese sport of heavyweight wrestling. Now, a much lighter and faster motorcycle called SUMO has entered the ring. The Sumo scooter version to be sold $2100!
Royal Enfield Sold As Indian Motorcycles. Did You Know?
Published by January 19th, 2009 in Builders and Editorial.In 1953 the Brockhouse Corporation acquired the rights to the Indian Motorcycle name after it went bankrupt. From 1955 to 1960 British Royal Enfield motorcycles were painted red, and marketed in the USA as Indian Motorcycles. Badge engineering (a term that describes the re-badging of one product as another to avoid the cost associated with designing and […]
Custom Shovelhead-style engines are now offered in a variety of bores, many much larger than the original design displacements (OEM was 1200 cc from 1966 to 1978, then 1340 cc to last year in 1984). This one from Ultima is 96 cubic inch and of course includes upgrades to the original design to improve the […]
The mother factory and its competitors in the heavy weight motorcycle market are preparing themselves for a big drop in 09 sales. In addition to the biggest contraction in US consumer spending since the 70’s, it is probable that Harley-Davidson international sales, which had grown by double digits in recent years, will no more be […]
Falling In Love With The Victory Core Concept Motorcycle
Published by January 16th, 2009 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.When I fall in love, it’s always at first glance. And it’s true even for motorcycles. This Friday morning the Victory Core Concept Motorcycle is unveiled at the International New-York Motorcycle Show. Images immediately pop up on my laptop screen. Good vibrations. Instant desire to know more about it, […]
Unveiling Of The Honda Fury Chopper
Published by January 16th, 2009 in Builders, Editorial and Events.In the 1st half of my professional life I worked for international blue chip companies, and I know too well how slow they are to take decisions, assimilate trends and produce their manufacturing products. But once again I am puzzled by the decision of Honda to launch their first chopper model a decade after the new […]
Of course it comes from the UK where a team of Englishmen have decided that the Jaguar leaper cat logo could be a good base for a custom motorcycle…or sculpture on 2 wheels. I don’t don’t know if it runs properly, hope that it’s more reliable than a Jaguar on […]
If you support the brand, and you should, this authentic Indian Motorcycle belt may be a cool gift for yourself or your Indian riding buddy. It features an antique nickle buckle with the Indian script, a genuine cowhide leather strap with brand tooling, and a buckle snap for easy adjustment. 1 1/2″ wide. $65 at Indian Motorcycle.
Not too many Custom Softail Sportster frames are available. A new option is offered by Maximum Motorcycles with this new one called “Soft-Tail-Sport-Bob”. It comes complete with axle, stainless steel pivot bolts, axis tube, swing arm, splash guard, fender struts, internal fork stop & hardware. All included for $1695.00, (optional oil tank is $399.00). The boys […]
Choppers Inc. Stacked Oil Cap
Published by January 12th, 2009 in Accessories, Builders, Customs and Editorial.Aluminum, copper & brass. The most noble materials and best color combination for many motorcycles. Here a fine example of precision machined sheets of aluminum, copper and brass stacked in an oil cap in 2 versions to fit Harley-Davidson stock oil tanks from 65 to 99 and from 00 to 08. This design should now be declined on grips, pegs, […]
Timeless Motor Company New Sponsor Of Cyril Huze Blog
Published by January 12th, 2009 in Builders, Customs and Editorial.Is there a market for vintage motorcycle replicas? You bet. There is already a big one for cars. Especially if the reproduction is a masterpiece of authenticity offered at a very reasonable price. As you can see by the banner under this post, after 10 years of casting work, reproducing molds and special tooling, Timeless […]
Death Of Custom Motorcycle Builder Jerry Graves
Published by January 10th, 2009 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.Very sad news this Saturday morning. Custom builder Jerry Graves, one of my professional neighbors in South Florida, was found dead this morning in his home. Born in Frankfort, Indiana in 1971, he was a 3rd generation biker who started modifying his own bike when he was 16 years old, then built his 1st full-blown custom at […]
Bargain Of The Month. A Black Bird For $15,000.
Published by January 10th, 2009 in Builders, Customs and Editorial.No. I am not going to turn my Blog into a classified ads website, but I may, from time to time feature what is really a bargain for my readers. Like this just completed bitching ride for sale at $15,000, a price lower than an “equivalent” stock Harley-Davidson. The partial list of parts includes: A […]
“Wind Chill: 4,000 Below” is a retail incentive program, effective now, for buyers of 2007 & 2008 Big Dog motorcycles. Cash allowances are to help retail clients make Big Dog Motorcycles more accessible, but also, of course, to help dealers get rid of some of the pre-2009 models. Cash allowances are as following: • $4,000: […]
Tail Burner By Guilty Customs
Published by January 9th, 2009 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Electrical.No fancy LED’s. No chrome. Only pure retro style for this new taillight proposed by Guilty Customs. Just hand polished aluminum body, brass hardware and a bracket pivoting to any angle for either over, under and side mounting. 3″ long, 2″ round & 2 1/2′ high. Glass is cut from old Harley lens (to be authentic […]
