This very interesting post transmitted to me by Rogue (Motorcycle Hall Of Fame Member): A new study from The Media Audit reveals that Spokane , Washington is the top market in the U.S. for motorcycle ownership. Among adults who live in Spokane , 18.5 percent own a motorcycle, compared to 9 percent for all U.S. […]
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Greg’s Custom Cycles Very Wicked Apes.
Published by March 28th, 2008 in Builders, Controls, Customs and Editorial.His line of accessories is named “Deep Sickness”. So, to complete it Custom Builder Greg Rice could not do less than manufacture very wicked handlebars. Aggressive styling? You bet. Personally I have a weakness for ape hangers that I find comfortable if not too high.These ones are shaped out of top quality 1½” DOM American […]
See-Through Oil Tank For Your Wild Custom Motorcycle
Published by March 27th, 2008 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Engines.Fellow builders Steve Broyles Sr. and Jr. don’t market many of their one-off parts, but when they do, it’s always good and unusual. Like the release of their new Porthole Glass Oil Tank letting you see your engine oil in full motion. Father and son had been thinking of making a Porthole Glass oil tank for […]
The First Custom Bike Of Love Hate Choppers
Published by March 26th, 2008 in Builders, Customs and Editorial.Just before Daytona Bike Week I introduced you to "Love Hate Choppers", the new South Beach Miami custom shop created by Marlowe Buelvas and Ami James, the renowned tattoo artist featured in the "Miami Ink" TV show. At the time, they told me that their new bike […]
Stick A Race Car Between Your Legs
Published by March 25th, 2008 in Builders, Customs and Editorial.It’s the slogan of TriRod’s Workshop. They want to convince you that Tikes will never be the same after they conceived and built the F3 Adrenaline to perform like a Race Car. For this, they chose a configuration of 2 wheels in the front/1 in the rear, lowered the body as much as possible (4” […]
In its second annual sale at the fast approaching Legend of the Motorcycle Concours d’Elegance, internationally renowned auctioneers Bonhams & Butterfields will offer nearly 100 motorcycles spanning over a century of history, design and ingenuity. They will auction an extremely diverse line-up and it should attract strong interest. For example a British 1903 Rex Lands […]
Bikes, Art And Rock And Roll For A Good Cause
Published by March 24th, 2008 in Builders, Editorial and Events.On March 23 in Dallas, TX custom motorcycles, original paintings, and Rock and Roll all came together for the 1st annual “KAT Fine Art Charity Benefit” hosted by Rick Fairless’ Strokers Dallas. The night included an auction of 25 original Rock and Roll paintings donated by Texas artist, […]
Official 2008 Sturgis Rally Raffle Custom Bike.
Published by March 23rd, 2008 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.Sabers Specialties Custom Motorcycles from Mitchell, SD unveiled the Official 2008 Sturgis Motorcycle Rally Raffle Bike on Jan. 26th in Sturgis. Sabers Specialties was chosen again this year to build the one of a kind motorcycle, nicknamed “The Sturgin’”. Many top industry companies contributed to the build including Independent Cycle/ Legend Air, Jims USA, Renegade […]
Lewis Custom Cycles Destroyed By Fire. Can You Help?
Published by March 23rd, 2008 in Builders, Customs and Editorial.I know Ron Lewis from Lewis Custom Cycles. On March 9, 2008, his motorcycle shop and a family owned business next to his, Lewis Market, located in Southeastern Kentucky were both totally destroyed by fire. Unfortunately, neither business was covered by fire insurance. He asked me if I could help without requesting to have his […]
Right now, it snows a lot on the vast plains of the great state of South Dakota. Better off stay inside and build a bike like this all pearl white bike called “Purity” trying to disappear in its natural winter landscape. It was built by Free Bird Motorcycles in Sioux Falls for a client living […]
American IronHorse Files For Bankruptcy, As Expected.
Published by March 21st, 2008 in Builders, Customs and Editorial.Dennis Johnson, Senior Editor at Dealer News forwarded to me some new info about the troubled American IronHorse. Thursday the company held a conference call with its dealers to give them a brief description of its plans for reorganization and news about a potential buyer for the beleaguered manufacturer. American IronHorse announced that it plans […]
From Paris, France my native city is coming a new vehicle incorporating "biomechanical muscles" that allow the chassis to transform itself. The purpose? Having a vehicle to perform city stunts, like leaping from roofs, climbing walls, jumping over obstacles, everything letting a rider perform stunts. Specifically, it is used in a street sport/competition invented by […]
The Return Of Independent Gas Tank Company.
Published by March 20th, 2008 in Builders, Chassis, Customs, Editorial and Frames.I was glad to learn that founder of Independent Gas Tank Company Kyle Krejci is back in business. After a deal to sell his company fell through last year, Kyle took a one year break and is now back in Gilbert, Arizona, where he restarted producing his handcrafted 16-gauge cold rolled steel tank and 14-gauge steel […]
Rat’s Hole Show Rat Rocket
Published by March 20th, 2008 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.Rat’s Hole Shows promoter Ted Smith states that 350 custom motorcycles participated in his 36th anniversary Daytona event, this year spreading on 3 different days (Metrics, Old School and Classic Show). During these shows he unveiled the Rat Rocket, a bike built by Ralph Randolph of Knockout Moytorcycle with collaboration of industrial designer Adam Canni. The short […]
The Scotchbrite Look By MeanStreet.
Published by March 19th, 2008 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Suspension.MeanStreet has probably the world’s most extensive line of custom front ends. And it’s even more true today with this new 56 mm inverted front end called Blunt offered in wide or narrow glide version. But the part I like the most is the fact that you can buy it in Scotchbrite finish, an industrial look that […]
Annual LA Calendar Show Is July 12-13th
Published by March 19th, 2008 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.I participated to this show, and it’s a very nice one. Well organized by Jim Gianatsis and presented by Performance Machine, the 17th annual Los Angeles Calendar Motorcycle Show Weekend is America’s premier custom, cruiser, performance and sport bike weekend. About 20,000 motorcycle and music enthusiasts participate […]
Harley-Davidson Celebrates 100 Years Of Police Motorcycles.
Published by March 18th, 2008 in Builders, Editorial and Events.2008 marks the 105th Anniversary of Harley-Davidson, but also the 100th Anniversary of the production of police motorcycles. So, the factory is planning a number of commemorative events up to 105th Anniversary weekend in Milwaukee. Any law enforcement agency buying 2008 Harley-Davidson motorcycles will get its bikes with a 100th anniversary decal affixed to the […]
Mike Corbin Selling Steve McQueen 1940 Indian Scout Motorcycle
Published by March 17th, 2008 in Builders, Editorial and Events.Steve McQueen owned about 200 motorcycles. His family auctioned 166 motorcycles in Las Vegas in 1984. Now just a few "trickle out” onto the market each year. May 3rd, during the California show called "Legend of the Motorcycle, International Concoursd’Elegance”, auctioneer Bonhams will take bids on a McQueen’s 1940 Indian Scout motorcycle that he restored […]
This Awesome 2008 Custom Panhead Can Be Yours.
Published by March 17th, 2008 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.It can’t be mine because I think, as a pro. I am not authorized to participate to the National Motorcycle Museum’s 2008 raffle bike. But it can be yours, and trust me you have more chance to win this bike than the Jackpot at your State Lottery. Custom-built by J&P Cycles and painted by Scott […]
Avon Tips For Motorcycle Tires
Published by March 16th, 2008 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Wheels.On behalf of the Avon Customer Service, Ms Sukoshi Fahey transmitted to me very good tips to be sure you ride safely on your tires. 1) Check tire pressure at least once a month for cars, once a week for motorcycles. Tires can lose up to a pound a month of air pressure. Consistency is […]
This picture forwarded to me by reader "Sarco". I don’t want to be the rider or one of the passengers on this Harley-Davidson limo. Even going to a wedding, a party or the airport (no enough bags for the luggages of 8 persons). Maybe the guy has a […]
Insane Motorcycle Chains
Published by March 14th, 2008 in Builders, Customs, Driveline and Editorial.During years it was one of my professional fantasies. Perfectly matching the chain color to my custom motorcycle paint jobs. And I did it. And you can, too. You can also get your chain with laser engraved lettering (name of your bike or shop, profound statement?) or even your logo! Polished, painted, powder coated, engraved, […]
Rat’s Hole Old School Bobber Show Winners
Published by March 12th, 2008 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.For the first time this year in Daytona the Rat’s Hole organized on Friday the Old School Rat’s Fest Bike Show where vintage and retro looking bikes were competing for a trophy and bragging rights. Below the 1st place winners. 1cc to 150 cc: Cody Cihak (St Pete, FL). 251 cc to 650 cc: Joey Cihak (St Pete, […]
Legend Of The Motorcycle International Concours D’Elegance
Published by March 12th, 2008 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.Legend Of The Motorcycle International Concours D;Elegance is a celebration of the art of motorcycling, its past, present and future. The event will happen Saturday May 3rd at the Ritz-Carlton, Half Moon Bay, CA (just south of San Francisco). It’s the 3rd edition and this year MV Agusta & Norton are the featured brands. Over […]
Detroit Bros New Instigator Peanut Gas Tanks
Published by March 12th, 2008 in Builders, Chassis, Customs and Editorial.After many hours stamping, tweaking, welding and swearing, the Bros from Detroit have finally gotten it right! This is their new Instigator Gas Tank, modeled after the vintage Wassel tanks, but made right in their very own shop. These silly little jerks hold about 2.2 gallons if you fancy the Frisco style (shown), or 2 […]
Penz Wild And Gorgeous Rigid Frames
Published by March 11th, 2008 in Builders, Chassis, Customs and Editorial.The frame plays a major role in the design of a custom bike. Body work fabrication (gas tank and fenders), are guided by the shape of your frame. Custom builders don’t hesitate to build their frames from scratch or heavily torture and modify an existing one to look like no other frame. Very labor intensive. […]
