Proving again that bikers have big hearts for kids, the international motorcycle group Hamsters USA raised $221,504 for Children’s Care of Rapid City in fundraising events this year, culminating with their annual gathering in Spearfish during the Sturgis Rally on Monday, August 5th. Funds raised will provide physical, occupational, and speech therapies, plus psychological services, […]
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Hamsters USA Raise $221,504 For Special Kids At Children’s Care In Rapid City, South Dakota
Published by August 6th, 2013 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.The 2014 Indian® Chief® Reveal: August 3, 2013 – Sturgis, SD
Published by August 6th, 2013 in Builders, Editorial and Videos.The 18″ Brake Kit For Big Wheel Baggers Has Arrived
Published by August 4th, 2013 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Wheels.Hawg Halters Inc, a.k.a. HHI, one of the leaders in braking systems, is launching a brake kit (disc and brake) conceived for Bagger tall wheels. Objective is of course to offer the correct disc size and the right number of pistons to slow and stop these big wheels equipping big machines (above 21″ to very […]
New Indian Chief Line Up. 3 Models. First Official Pictures.
Published by August 4th, 2013 in Builders, Editorial and Events.It was the most highly anticipated event in the motorcycle world in years. A couple of hours ago, after 2-1/2 years of design and of intense engineering. Polaris revealed the fruits of its labor, the all-new 2014 Indian Chief motorcycle. Front of a massive, impatient and very excited crowd of enthusiasts gathered in front of […]
Exclusive Interview. How The New Indian Chief Was Created By Greg Brew, Polaris Head Director Of Industrial Design.
Published by August 3rd, 2013 in Builders, Editorial and Events.Greg Brew is the Head Director Of Industrial Design at Polaris Industries inc., and as such, is overseeing all designs for all products the company is making. With his talented team he is the man who designs the Victory motorcycles and just created the all-new Indian Chief. He is also a very passionate motorcyclist who, […]
Tonight The Night. The All-New 2014 Indian Chief Revealed This Evening August 3 At 9 P.M. Mountain Time.
Published by August 3rd, 2013 in Builders, Editorial and Events.A little bit more than two years in the making, and after several months of marketing teasers, the all-new 2014 Indian Chief is going to be officially revealed to the public this evening August 3rd at 9 p.m. mountain time (party starts at 8 p.m.) at the Sturgis Motorcycle Museum & Hall Of Fame. I will be on […]
2013 Sturgis Rally. Harley-Davidson Activities.
Published by August 2nd, 2013 in Builders, Editorial and Events.All Harley-Davidson activities in Sturgis will run from Saturday, August 3 through Saturday, August 10 at the intersection of 3rd and Lazelle streets in downtown Sturgis, and are free to all. Some of the highlights include: • 2013 Harley-Davidson motorcycle displays, H-D1 customization Fit Shop and MotorClothes® riding gear and apparel • H-D 110th Anniversary […]
For 30 Days. Financing As Low 2.99% On 2013 Harley-Davidson Models.
Published by August 1st, 2013 in Builders, Editorial and Events.In just 30 days, Harley’s 110th anniversary festivities in Milwaukee. To celebrate, and of course to get rid of the 2013 models before the arrival of the 2014-year lineup, Harley-Davidson Financial Services is offering rates as low as 2.99 percent APR*.
Jim Nasi’s Denim White Custom Harley Road Glide
Published by August 1st, 2013 in Builders, Customs and Editorial.When introduced by Harley-Davidson, the company described the Road Glide® model as the “tourer’s touring bike.” It introduced the world to the unique “shark nose” frame-mounted/wind-splitting fairing giving the bike its slammed appearance while at the same improving the tourer’s “in the wind” handling properties. But can the Road Glide be improved? Of course it […]
Official. Triumph Motorcycles Starts Subsidiary In India.
Published by August 1st, 2013 in Builders, Editorial and Events.In their quest for a new El Dorado (North America & Europe are no more), all major motorcycle manufacturers rush to India. Yesterday, British motorcycle manufacturer Triumph announced its entry into the Indian market with products slated to hit the roads by November 2013. “In the past few months, we have carefully assessed the market […]
Victory Motorcycles Introducing Their First Ever Factory Custom Paint Program For Top-Selling Victory Cross Country®.
Published by July 31st, 2013 in Builders, Controls and Painters.New Indian Chief To Be Unveiled To Europeans At Faaker See Festival In Austria. August 31s – September 8th
Published by July 31st, 2013 in Builders, Editorial and Events.European bikers will not to wait for a long time after the unveiling of the all-new Indian Chief to the American public. Indian Motorcycle has announced a bold unveiling of the new Chief at Europe’s largest festival of American motorcycles held annually at beautiful Faaker See in Southern Austria, August 31st to September 8th. In […]
New Harley-Davidson Sissy Combine The Detachable Upright With An Air Wing Rack and LED Lighting
Published by July 30th, 2013 in Accessories, Builders, Customs and Editorial.The new Air Wing Sissy Bar Upright (P/N 52300146 Chrome, P/N 52300147 Gloss Black; $259.95) from Harley-Davidson® features a sleek tapered profile capped with a billet airfoil casting. The detachable sissy bar may be installed or removed in seconds. You can finish the look with the matching Air Wing Sissy Bar Backrest Pad (P/N 52300302 […]
Custom Softail Built By Girls 9-11 Year Old
Published by July 30th, 2013 in Builders, Customs and Editorial.For the past few months, members from YFS Girls Inc. (Youth And Family Services) have been working on designing and rebuilding a 2012 Harley Davidson Heritage Softail, donated by Black Hills Harley Davidson, as part of the fun and exciting “Helping with HorsepowerTM Bike Rebuild Program”. The program utilizes a motorcycle as an effective tool to […]
For its 15th Anniversary line-up Victory is introducing 2 new blacked-out,stripped-down 8-Ball™ baggers with a very attractive starting price under $16K. All baggers are still powered by the proven 106/6 powertrain standing ready to drop all 106 ft-lb of power to the ground. The company is also launching their first ever Factory Custom Paint program […]
During the last 3 years, British Columbia based Azzkikr Custom Cycle acquired a great reputation for its ability to build stylish radical baggers. Custom touring bikes created for Canadians who can’t ride yearly but who, when weather permits, want very comfortable and reliable bikes for very long distance rides made to compensate winter frustration. But when scheduling is not […]
2014 Harley-Davidson Models Released In 3 Weeks. What to expect?
Published by July 28th, 2013 in Builders, Editorial and Events.In a conference call while announcing its 2nd quarter results, Harley-Davidson officials confirmed that the 2 Road Glide models, the FLTRX Road Glide Custom and the FLTRU Road Glide Ultra are being discontinued. No real justification given for this decision except Harley-Davidson stating that “while those two Road Glide models are strong for us, they represent […]
Motus Motorcycles Confirmed That They Will ship Their First Production Bikes To Dealers This Fall. The company stated that standard model will start at $30,975 and signed 16 dealers in the USA. it said. the company announced today. The Motus MST bike can be geared to achieve a top speed of 204 mph, but will come […]
Harley Sportster Undressed For The Trail
Published by July 25th, 2013 in Builders, Customs and Editorial.The Harley Sportster has never been so popular. More owners mean more bikers discovering its sporty ability not only on the road but off the beaten path. If rightly modified (mainly higher ground clearance, new suspension, chain drive conversion and optionally GPS and adventure gear) it has already demonstrated its adventure abilities in the most […]
Win The 2014 Indian Chief At History Channel Sweepstakes
Published by July 25th, 2013 in Builders, Editorial and Events.The History Channel History.com is running the “On the Road Sweepstakes.” You can enter to win a brand new Indian Chief motorcycle and other awesome motorcycle and History Channel daily prizes, including classic leather jackets, motorcycle gloves and belt buckles, plus American Pickers DVDs and bobbleheads. Enter every day for more chances to win the 2014 […]
Harley-Davidson Second-Quarter Results. Worldwide Retail Motorcycle Sales Increase 5.2%.
Published by July 25th, 2013 in Builders, Editorial and Events.Harley-Davidson, Inc. (NYSE: HOG) second-quarter 2013 diluted earnings per share increased 13.1% on higher motorcycle shipments and continued gains in operating efficiencies, compared to the year-ago period. Second-quarter net income was $271.7 million on consolidated revenue of $1.79 billion, compared to net income of $247.3 million on consolidated revenue of $1.73 billion in the year-ago […]
Sturgis Police Contingency Planning During The All-New Indian Launch On August 3rd
Published by July 24th, 2013 in Builders, Editorial and Events.Sturgis August 3, 2013 at 8 pm mountain time. Probably the most important event in decades for the motorcycle industry. The Worldwide reveal of the all-new Indian Chief at the Sturgis Museum (Main Street & Junction Avenue.) Preparing for such an event requires methodic organization and contingency planning not only by the Indian Motorcycle people […]
Polaris Industries Beats Quarterly Estimates
Published by July 24th, 2013 in Builders, Editorial and Events.Yesterday Tuesday July 23rd, Polaris Industries (PII) released the company’s second-quarter earnings results. Although sales of its Victory motorcycles slumped due to an unusually wet spring while snowmobile sales receded with the end of winter, overall sales climbed 12 percent to $845 million, while net income rose $80 million, or $1.13 per share, 2 cents […]
New TV Series “Let It Ride” Featuring Zach Ness To Debut August 14th On National Geographic Channel
Published by July 23rd, 2013 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.As announced here on April 24, Zach Ness and his crew spent the last months building custom bikes to be featured in a new National Geographic Channel series called “Let It Ride.” In the show, Zach and his boys build bikes on inspiration or when a client comes to them with a specific request, either […]
The Parker Brothers in Melbourne, Florida, developed a new electric version of their futuristic, street-legal “Tron Motorcycle”. Very light, it cant reach speeds of 100 mph and can travel up to 80 miles. From $55,000 to $70,000. Do you want to be seen riding it?
2013 LA Calendar Bike Building Championship Results
Published by July 23rd, 2013 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.On July 14th, these owners/builders put their names in the list of the LA Calendar Show winners. Best of Show: Sam Baldi, “Lost Angel” Air Ride Monoshock Custom by Jimmy Todorovitch / Profile Cycle, Patrick Racing 113ci V-Twin. Pro Builder: 1. Lenny Meyer – Big Boy Choppers, Buell; 2. Ron Simms Red/Black Custom; 3. Bruce […]
