The Topper doesn’t belong to the classic Harley-Davidson image. It’s the only Motor Scooter that the Harley-Davidson Motor Company ever produced from 1960 (introduced in 1961) to 1965. The United States Department of Transportation has always defined a Motor Scooter as a motorcycle that has a platform for the operator’s feet or has integrated footrests, […]
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Did You Know? The Harley-Davidson Topper Motor Scooter.
Published by October 29th, 2015 in Builders and Editorial.Next Generation Triumph Motorcycles Unveiled
Published by October 28th, 2015 in Builders, Editorial and Events.In London, England, Triumph Motorcycles just introduced five new Bonneville motorcycles. These new bikes are a result of a four-year development project from the ground up. A completely new, ground up chassis design unique to each motorcycle, incorporates all-new suspension and geometry for stunning handling, stability and neutrality tailored to the style and character of […]
Indian Motorcycle® & King Baby® Announce Indian® By King Baby® Premium Jewelry Line
Published by October 28th, 2015 in Accessories, Builders and Editorial.The Indian Motorcycle collection features jewelry for motorcycle enthusiasts and include bracelets, pendants, rings, belt buckles, and key rings. King Baby® is world renowned for creating some of the most unique, highly-detailed, and most sought after premium jewelry collections. The Indian line is styled with the original aesthetic of Indian Motorcycle® and crafted in the […]
Harley-Davidson Asks You To Burn Your Clothes And To Reconnect With Your Inner Child.
Published by October 27th, 2015 in Builders, Editorial and Videos.This Harley-Davidson commercial produced in Germany won Advertising Cannes Festival “Lions Young Director Award” for Best Web Film on behalf of director Andreas Bruns. In 2 1/2 minutes, the film is telling the story of a white collar executive who strives to reconnect with his inner child. Working late, staring at office building bleak lights, the […]
Bolt On Custom Parts And Get A SpeedFreak Sportster Like This One
Published by October 26th, 2015 in Builders, Customs and Editorial.The “Bolt On and Ride” is a program by Custom Chrome Europe to promote the custom parts the company is distributing. Each year, 5 very reputable builders are chosen to build custom motorcycles featuring, in addition of modified factory parts, those found in the CCE catalog. To be commissioned is a great honor and each […]
Progressive® International Motorcycle Shows® Kick-Off 2015/2016 Ultimate Builder Custom Bike Competition
Published by October 24th, 2015 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.The Progressive® International Motorcycle Shows® (IMS), will kick-off the seventh year of its Ultimate Builder Custom Bike Competition, a custom motorcycle builder competition, in Portland, OR (Oct 31-Nov. 1, 2015), the first stop of its nationwide Tour. There will be a total 10 IMS Shows in 10 cities for a chance to win a piece […]
New Triumph Bonneville Models To Be Unveiled October 28, 2015. Teaser Video.
Published by October 23rd, 2015 in Builders, Events and Videos.The Triumph Bonneville. With 50 years of heritage, one of the most famous names in motorcycling. The new “Bonnies” are coming with everything that comes with modern engineering. It is rumored that the three 2016 models are getting larger size engines (current offering is 865 cc), tweaked for new European regulations and maybe liquid cooled. […]
Double Winner Of The Championship Of Bike Building At Las Vegas Bikefest And Championship Of The Americas At Orlando AIMExpo
Published by October 23rd, 2015 in Builders, Customs and Editorial.On October 5 during Las Vegas BikeFest, Jeremy Cupp from LC Fabrications was selected by his peers as the 2015 Artistry in Iron champion with the Seven custom bike featured here. Jeremy built a flawless chassis from raw metal to house a motor constructed with a Ducati head mated to a Buell bottom end. He will be […]
What To Think Of Harley-Davidson Disappointing 3rd Quarter 2015 Results
Published by October 22nd, 2015 in Builders, Editorial and Events.In a conference call, Harley-Davidson explained its poor performance due to a loss of market share due to new product introductions from competitors in the US, price-slashing by Asian competitors, a less lucrative product mix and unfavorable currency exchange. Harley-Davidson sold more than half of America’s motorcycles last quarter (52.4% of all motorcycles in the […]
Polaris Reports Record Third Quarter 2015 Results. Motorcycle Consumer Retail Demand Up Over 60%
Published by October 21st, 2015 in Builders, Editorial and Events.Polaris Industries Inc. today reported record third quarter net income of $155.2 million for the quarter ended September 30, 2015, an increase of ten percent from the prior year’s third quarter net income of $140.8 million. Earnings per share were a record $2.30 per diluted share for the third quarter of 2015 compared to $2.06 […]
The Brook. A New Brand Of 125-250 cc Rigid Custom Motorcycles To Get Started With Motorcycling
Published by October 21st, 2015 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.Starting motorcycling with a big, heavy motorcycle can be extremely intimidating, probably even discouraging many. Not only youngsters, women, but also some adults… Launching a small cc’s motorcycles brand with a full custom appearance at a very reasonable price may be a great idea for all those not yet ready to order and ride one […]
Harley-Davidson Third-Quarter 2015 Earnings Fall. Stock Plummets In Pre-Market.
Published by October 20th, 2015 in Builders and Events.This morning Tuesday October 20 before Wall Street opening , Harley-Davidson Inc. posted a lower quarterly net profit as global new motorcycles sales fell more than 1 percent. Sales in the U.S. fell 2.5 percent. Net income of $140.3 million is down about 6.5% from $150.1 million from a year earlier. Harley-Davidson shares fell more […]
Polaris Starting Paint Facility In Spearfish, South Dakota To Provide Additional Capacity To Indian And Victory Spirit Lake Factory
Published by October 20th, 2015 in Builders, Editorial and Events.It was well known that Polaris (New York Stock Exchange under symbol PII) was under equipped to provide all additional paint work required by the volume of orders for new Indian and Victory models. During the last months, the company was looking for a location for a new liquid paint facility and announced yesterday that […]
The DUU. Italian Design. American S&S X-Wedge Performance.
Published by October 19th, 2015 in Builders, Customs and Editorial.A common perception of the current V-Twin custom motorcycle scene is that all builders build new old school style motorcycles or do makeovers of classic and vintage bikes. Like other magazines, I am probably responsible for giving this impression. As a matter of fact, many builders in the US and even more abroad are dedicated […]
Orlando International AIMExpo Postcards (Part 3)
Published by October 18th, 2015 in Builders, Customs and Events.After 2 days reserved to the trade, the Orlando American International Motorcycle Expo (AIMExpo) kicked off its consumer weekend activities and saw the largest turnout in the event’s three-year history. Just days after brand new products were showcased to media and industry, the doors were opened to impatient consumers, riders and enthusiasts alike to experience […]
Orlando International AIMExpo Postcards (Part 2)
Published by October 17th, 2015 in Builders, Customs and Events.Orlando International AIMExpo Kick Off (Part 1)
Published by October 16th, 2015 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.About 550 OEM and aftermarket exhibitors of the industry are on the floor of the Orlando Orange County Convention Center for the 3rd edition of the AIMExpo. Dealers and trade from the US and Canada were welcomed yesterday and today (Oct 15-16) to the unparalleled all-in-one platform – V-Twin & Metric – that brings every […]
Zero Motorcycles 2016 Line Up Unveiled At Orlando AIMExpo.
Published by October 16th, 2015 in Builders, Editorial and Events.Offering faster charging, longer range, higher performance and great value are the objectives of all electric motorcycle manufacturers. At the AIMExpo, Zero Motorcycles, the global leader in the electric motorcycle industry, unveiled their complete line of 2016 motorcycles. Following a record year in 2015, the California-based manufacturer promises to inspire an even broader range of […]
Custom Motorcycles. Start Something Now.
Published by October 15th, 2015 in Builders, Customs and Editorial.Do it your way, whatever your budget, your brand and bike model, whenever you have time. Building stuff is very rewarding on many levels. Nobody asking you to re-invent the motorcycle. When I saw these non-American low budget bikes built by 3 friends who are not full time professional builders in Barcelona, Spain (a country […]
But What Is The Legal Definition Of An Autocycle?
Published by October 14th, 2015 in Builders and Editorial.An autocycle is not a motorcycle and it’s not a car. 3 wheels, a steering wheel instead of handlebars, 1 or 2 car seats, an enclosed cockpit or not, a high performance engine, a gas pedal, the attocycle may feel like a car more than a motorcycle, but is not required to meet automobile safety […]
The “Unfinished’ Indian Scout By Roland Sands
Published by October 12th, 2015 in Builders and Customs.The new Indian Scout introduced at the 2014 Sturgis Motorcycle Rally as a 2015 model is a “modern classic cruiser”, designed with modern technology but with visual references to the distinctive pre-1953 Indian style. But it’s a cruiser with a sport personality. The original versions of the Scout (1920 to 1949), have earned respect for […]
23 rd Annual Daytona Biketoberfest. The Bike Shows.
Published by October 11th, 2015 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.Thursday, October 15. Full-Throttle Magazine Bike Show. 9am – 12pm Registration. 1pm Awards. Trike Wars Bike Show 2pm – 4pm Registration. 6pm Awards. At Rossmeyer’s Destination Daytona in Ormond Beach, FL. Thursday October 15. Tropical Tattoo Chopper Time. The Old School Chopper Show. . 20 classes. From 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Cash Prizes. Live Music with Jasmine […]
Harley-Davidson 3 New CVO Models. CVO™ Limited, CVO™ Road Glide® Ultra, CVO™ Street Glide®.
Published by October 9th, 2015 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.Harley-Davidson® Custom Vehicle Operations (CVO)™ presents its latest collection of three limited-production factory-custom motorcycles, each hand-crafted to push the boundaries of motorcycle luxury, performance and technology in factory motorcycles. “Each year we work to make the new CVO motorcycles even more exclusive with content not available on a regular-production Harley-Davidson, along with an extreme level […]
Daytona Biketoberfest. The Events At Bruce Rossmeyer’s Destination Daytona (October 15-18)
Published by October 9th, 2015 in Builders, Customs and Events.This year, Bruce Rossmeyer’s Destination Daytona in Ormond Beach will be again much more than a great place to see a great gathering of some of the best vendors of the custom motorcycle industry, and to be the Official H.O.G. Pin Stop Location. Bike Shows, free concerts, 2016 Harley demo rides, etc. During all Biketoberfest, Bruce […]
Out Of Ideas For The Perfect Six-Figure Christmas Gift For A Biker?
Published by October 8th, 2015 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.You heard about the annual Neiman Marcus Christmas Book and its 6-figure exclusive gift ideas. The 89th edition was released this week with its list of gifts that 99% of us can’t afford. For example, for the very lucky biker, a motorcycle ride down the California coast from Seattle to San Diego with actor Keanu […]
Donnie Smith Bike & Car Show Joins Forces With Sturgis Buffalo Chip® In Strategic Partnership
Published by October 8th, 2015 in Builders, Customs and Events.The Donnie Smith Bike & Car Show is the largest single-weekend show of its kind in the United States, featuring a unique mix of moto-celebrities, retail vendors and entertainment, along with the some of the best custom motorcycles and cars. The annual event has entered into a partnership with the Legendary Buffalo Chip, the Sturgis […]
