To celebrate the 50th Anniversary of the Duo glide, a limited edition Duo Glide Replica called “Destination Duo™” presented by Bruce Rossmeyer’s Destination Daytona and built by Sucker Punch Sally’s will be auctioned off during the First Annual Legends Ride, Celebrity-Charity Event Sturgis 2008. A total of 50 “Destination Duo” will be built and will […]
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Limited Edition Duo Glide Replica To Be Auctioned At Sturgis Annual Legend Ride.
Published by July 18th, 2008 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.Complete 2009 Indian Chief Lineup & Accessories In Sturgis
Published by July 17th, 2008 in Builders, Editorial and Events.As I told you since April, the 2009 Indian Chief lineup will be on display in the Black Hills at the 68th Anniversary of the Sturgis Motorcycle Rally. The line includes 4 models: Chief Standard, Deluxe, Roadmaster and Vintage, each with several color/leather/accessories options. Event staff will be present to answer questions about the bikes […]
Indian Motorcycle Launches Iconic American Brands
Published by July 15th, 2008 in Accessories, Builders, Editorial and Events.Not a surprise. In order to offer its riders (and non riders looking for the cool factor) Indian Motorcycle just launched “Iconic American Brands, Inc.” to develop high-performance riding clothes and premium sportswear under the Indian brand. The first collection should be on sale at Indian dealerships and select department and specialty stores in the fall of […]
Chain Cutting At Harley-Davidson Museum
Published by July 14th, 2008 in Builders, Editorial and Events.So, it happened last Saturday. The new Harley-Davidson Museum in Milwaukee’s Menomonee Valley opened with a ribbon cutting, the ribbon being a chain. . .“Inside is a treasure chest. If you like Harleys you’re going to go absolutely nuts,” Harley-Davidson founder’s grandson Willie Davidson said. “It’s for riders, anybody interested in our brand. It belongs […]
Spun aluminum Oil tanks. All Shapes. All sizes. Almost.
Published by July 13th, 2008 in Builders, Customs and Engines.You know the advantages of using aluminum oil tanks. They are light, durable, and attractive. When you choose one, pay attention to the thickness of the aluminum used, the strength of the mounting bungs and the quality/penetration of the TIG welds. If you are looking for a wide assortments of choices to fit factory bikes […]
Until I read their long press release, I admit I didn’t know anything about Sabertooth Motorcycles. Created in 2005 by Dr. Ben Daniels, the company Just launched an inaugural production model called the WildCat. Central to the design of the WildCat is the Ford Racing 302 ci engine with aluminum GT-40 heads, making this bike […]
Important Sturgis Builders Breakfast Update
Published by July 11th, 2008 in Builders, Customs and Events.As the opposite of what some have stated, the 3rd annual Sturgis Builders Breakfast is not cancelled, but modified from its normal routine to attract more attendees in a challenging economy. We realized that most people participating this year to the Rally are doing so by tightening their belts. Many wished to participate to the […]
Breaking News. Harley-Davidson Acquires 100% Of Italian MV Agusta
Published by July 11th, 2008 in Builders, Editorial and Events.On June 5th, I published an article advising you that Harley-Davidson was in advanced talks to buy Italian manufacturer MV Agusta (see original article HERE). Many of you were skeptical, but I knew that my sources were very reliable. Now it’s official. Harley-Davidson bought all MV Agusta Group shares for a total consideration of approximately […]
How To Build a Bobber On A Budget.
Published by July 10th, 2008 in Books, Builders, Customs and Editorial.Didn’t see Jose De Miguel on the show tour last year. Now, I kow why. He was busy writing this book whose main proposition is not how to Build A Bobber, but how to Build It On A Budget. And he means for less than the price than any “new bobber” offered on a dealer […]
A Lot Of Brouhaha In Sturgis
Published by July 10th, 2008 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.During the rally you can win $15,000 in Trophies & Swag At Bikernet’s Brouhaha! Ride In Bike Show to debut on August 8th for a full day of fun…and brouhaha. The event will be located at Thunder Road in Sturgis and will feature dawn to dusk non-stop entertainment. Headlining the event is a ride-in bike […]
President Brett Smith About S&S 50th Anniversary Celebration.
Published by July 9th, 2008 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.Brett Smith, President of S&S Cycle reads this Blog, and of course all the comments you made following my posts about the S&S 50th Anniversary Celebration. Below are his answers to your questions and/or concerns (picture Brett Smith with wife Robin during opening ceremonies) “Hello All: Judging from the various posts on this website, we […]
Bike Builders To Appear On Sturgis Rider Live at the Buffalo Chip Campground
Published by July 9th, 2008 in Builders, Editorial and Events.Producers of the Sturgis Rider Live online show dedicated to showcasing custom motorcycles and all aspects of the American biker lifestyle will be taping live and on stage 4 to 6 p.m. at the Buffalo Chip Campground on Wednesday, August 6, 2008. The public is invited to attend and participate in the show taping. Show […]
State-Of-The-Art Front End
Published by July 9th, 2008 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Suspension.Customizing a motorcycle is an art form. Better start with some artistic designs. Like this Avalon front end that you could see featured in a Soho cotnemprary art gallery celebrating the fusion of form and function. Of course, it’s sculpted from noble solid billet aluminum, is available with different triple tree rake (3, 5, 6 […]
I can talk about it because last year I was invited and had a very good time. It’s Canada’s #1 Custom Bike Building Challenge and this year will be the 4th edition (July 25-27). Here how it works. Bike builders must be from Canada and can enter only 1 custom bike that never competed before […]
Sucker Punch Sally’s New Taste
Published by July 6th, 2008 in Accessories, Builders, Customs and Editorial.During Sturgis “Sucker Punch Sally” is going to host a Bike Giveaway at the legendary Buffalo Chip. The reason or the pretext? The Launch of 2 drinks: a “Sucker Punch Original Octane” energy drink and a “Punch Shine” classic 120-proof moonshine! Wow! I would have thought that Sucker Punch Sally would launch first…a Punch drink. […]
S&S 50th Anniversary Celebration. And The Winners Are…(Part 3)
Published by July 4th, 2008 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Engines.Announce in this Blog of the list of winners of the competition held during the S&S 50th Anniversary Celebration provoked a flurry of comments. First, let me say that I love the winner bike but that I don’t know if it would have been my choice because I was not there and didn’t have the […]
Tonight Alan Lee On Reality Show Chopper Challenge
Published by July 2nd, 2008 in Builders, Customs and Editorial.Today Wednesday July 2 at 8.30 PM EST on CMT, the new custom builder featured in this reality show series is Alan Lee building a “Monster Energy” theme motorcycle. Every week, the 10-episode prime-time series presents a different bike builder constructing a custom motorcycle that incorporates a brand into the vehicle design. Previous shows included the […]
S&S 50th Anniversary Celebration. And The Winner Is…(Part 1)
Published by July 1st, 2008 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.As you know 50 builders were competing during last weekend S&S Cycle 50th Anniversary Celebration. Builders were showing S&S engine powered custom bikes classified in 6 series depending of the model of engine used. The overall winner won the $50,000 prize. Best Of Show: Hot Dock from Japan. Best P-Serie (Panhead): Freddy Krugger from Belgium. Best SH-Serie (Shovelhead): […]
The best one will be served at the Broken Spoke Saloon on Lazelle street on Tuesday August 5th at 9 AM. Yes, I am talking about the 3rd Annual Builders Breakfast where you can as the same time have your breakfast (plenty of food), meet with your preferred custom builder, get autographs and photo opportunities, […]
Indian Motorcycle Concept Motorcycle
Published by June 30th, 2008 in Builders, Customs and Editorial.The return of Indian inspired a lot of comments in my Blog. The debate is not only about the odds of success of the new Indian Motorcycle Company but also about the type of bikes it should produce. The line of divide seems to be between the die-hard fans expecting for a design of the […]
New Square Tube Girder Front End.
Published by June 29th, 2008 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Suspension.Eager to offer an alternative to “run of the mill” or “foreign made” motorcycle products, Guilty Customs teamed up with Paul Durfee from Durfee Girders to release a new front end with square tubes. This new Girder is state-of-the-art precision built with triangular design, TIG welding and square chromemoly tubing, and in average weights only […]
Ultra Motorcycle Company Entering The European Market
Published by June 29th, 2008 in Builders, Customs and Editorial.It’s never been a better time for Europeans to buy American products. With an exchange rate giving each European 1.60 dollars for 1.00 Euro, everything US made is a bargain…even after shipping to the old continent. Add to this a very depressed economy and you understand that even our motorcycle companies try to penetrate new […]
Best Western Courts Harley-Davidson Riders. Take Advantage.
Published by June 29th, 2008 in Builders, Editorial and Events.Best Western and the Harley-Davidson Motor Company have agreed to bring travel benefits to Harley-Davidson enthusiasts. Harley states that more than 1,000 Best Western hotels in the US and Canada have been identified as “bikers friendly”. Did you noticed? They say “bikers friendly”, not “Harley friendly”. I don’t know if this agreement costs any money […]
Jim Nasi Better Looking Touring Solution
Published by June 28th, 2008 in Accessories, Builders, Chassis, Customs and Editorial.If I have a good memory, Arlen Ness was the 1st builder in 93 to offer custom bags. At the time, I bought 2 sets for my customs. Then it was Corbin in a very different style. And during these last 3 years the number of bag kits released, (a total package including the rear […]
Harley-Davidson recently announced the Let Freedom Ring Promotion, which encourages women to learn to ride motorcycles and celebrates women who have a passion for freedom and adventure on two wheels. The promotion awards a ring custom-designed by Karen Davidson for any woman who purchases a new Harley-Davidson or Buell motorcycle and has successfully completed either […]
Single-Sided Swingarm. Oil Tank Incorporated.
Published by June 27th, 2008 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Frames.You know that there is not sleek bike without building it from a great frame. What about the swingarm which I consider an inherent part of the frame? Ever tempted, but afraid, by the idea to use a single-sided swingarm? Well, this post to give you a great source to install one either on any […]
