Steve McQueen’s 1931 Harley Davidson VL 74 will be sold to the highest bidder at the inaugural Mecum Celebrity Items Auction July 26-27 celebrating the Legendary History of Hollywood on July 26-27, 2013 at the Barker Hanger in Santa Monica, California. In addition to the motorcycle, several other rare McQueen items will be auctioned including his […]
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Steve McQueen’s Legendary 1931 Harley-Davidson VL Motorcycle And Truck Up For Auction
Published by June 11th, 2013 in Builders, Editorial and Events.Not the first time I publish the work of “Shaw Speed & Custom” the custom division of official UK dealer Shaw Harley-Davidson. Bespoke machines always interesting to feature because they are all modified recent Harley-Davidson factory models still retaining their titles and street legal on European roads. This one based on the Blackline FXS Softail, […]
Your Chance To Win The New 2014 Indian Chief
Published by June 9th, 2013 in Builders, Editorial and Events.You can be one of the first to own the all-new 2014 Indian Chief…without paying for it. Just participate to the Indian sweepstakes. No purchase necessary.(A purchase will not improve your chance of winning.) here are 3 ways to enter it. 1.) Visit Indian Motorcycle Sweepstakesand complete an Official Online Entry form between 12:01am ET […]
The New One from The Olsen’s. A Custom 1923 Harley JD Boardtrack Racer.
Published by June 9th, 2013 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Videos.Builder Matt Olsen from Carl’s Cycle Supply sent me the just edited video of the custom bike he and his wife Britney built for the 5th edition of the Born-Free Event (June 29 at Oak Canyon Ranch, Silverdao CA). Matt was last year’s best of show with a custom Knucklehead, and to defend his title […]
New Men’s Performance Shirts From Harley-Davidson
Published by June 8th, 2013 in Builders, Editorial and Merchandise.Engineered as a body temperature-regulating base layer, the newest H-D Performance Sportswear shirts from the Harley-Davidson® MotorClothes® line keep riders cool and comfortable on hot days. Both the Garage Performance Shirt (P/N 96524-13VM, starting at $70) and the Bold Short-Sleeve Performance Shirt (P/N 96518-13VM, starting at $70) are constructed from moisture-wicking 100 percent cotton twill […]
Picture Of The Week. Model T Era Indian Motorcycle Store Front Gathering
Published by June 7th, 2013 in Builders.
Harley-Davidson Lineup For 110th Anniversary Celebration. Rock To Rap and Everything In Between
Published by June 7th, 2013 in Builders, Editorial and Events.An eclectic mix of talent ranging from emerging stars to legendary bands will rock the Milwaukee Lakefront with Harley-Davidson during the culmination of the company’s year-long, global 110th Anniversary Celebration. More than 60 bands will take to the stages of Milwaukee’s Henry Maier Festival Park (Summerfest Grounds) Thursday, Aug. 29, through Sunday, Sept.1, 2013. The […]
Mission RS. The Highest Performing Street-Legal Electric Motorcycle.
Published by June 5th, 2013 in Builders and Editorial.The Mission RS is a high end eco-friendly superbike based on the same chassis used in 2011 to overpower all e-competitors during the FIM/TTXGP Laguna Seca race. A street legal limited production machine (only 40 units priced at $56,500) whose “Infinite Drive” powertrain delivers 160 hp, an acceleration of 0 to 60 mph in 3 […]
Englishman Pete Pearson believes that a Harley should be stripped down raw and yet be capable of being ridden hard all day, every day. No such a thing as “too beautiful to be ridden.” Although new on the custom scene – his shop Rocket Bobs Cycle Works was officially opened in 2009 – Pete is […]
Australian Renegade Engine Company To Design And Manufacture A Jesse James Branded V-Twin Motorcycle Engine For The Custom Motorcycle Market.
Published by June 3rd, 2013 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Engines.Future V-Twin Engines branded as Jesse James Engines will be derived from collaboration between the parties. “An Aussie Renegade 147″ Billet Engine should be just about perfect to test out the new CFL frame” said Jesse James, showing a 147″ Diamond Cut Renegade V-Twin Engine on his work bench. “Jesse brings to this venture his […]
Dodge City, Kansas May Restart Historic 1914 Motorcycle Race
Published by June 2nd, 2013 in Builders, Editorial and Events.In July 2014, Dodge City in Kansas will celebrate the centennial of the historic 1914 motorcycle race and is hoping to organize it again during a week-long celebration. The Dodge City 300 motorcycle race was kind of an “Indianapolis Of Motorcycles” attracting 17,000 people to Dodge City in 1914 and more than 20,000 in 1921. […]
2013 LA Calendar Motorcycle Show On July 14th Will Feature Top Custom Builders
Published by June 2nd, 2013 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.This year, the 22th edition of the Los Angeles Calendar Motorcycle Show is returning to the Queen Mary’s Seawalk Village, Long Beach, CA on Sunday July 14th. Some well known top custom builders will be displaying their new creations with some of them competing in the Calendar Bike Building Championship & Concours d’ Elegance. The […]
New Destroyer Exhaust System For Harley-Davidson Touring Models
Published by June 1st, 2013 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Exhaust.Jerry Covington extends his line of Bagger parts with this new “Destroyer” exhaust system. Seen only on his one-off Harley Touring creations until now – a good way to test the market – it is now in production and available for your Harley Tourer 1995 and up. . Offered in chrome or black finish, the […]
New Women’s Chase Lightweight Waterproof Leather Jacket
Published by June 1st, 2013 in Builders, Editorial and Merchandise.It is constructed from lightweight, abrasion-resistant cowhide leather with a waterproof membrane to keep you dry. Zippered sleeve and back vents add custom airflow cooling, while pockets at the elbows, shoulders and back accept accessory body armor for added protection. Pre-curved sleeves, powers-stretch panels and snap waist tabs deliver maximum comfort and versatility, and the […]
Arlen Ness Honored By The Petersen Auto Museum
Published by May 31st, 2013 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.The Los Angeles museum is hosting a summer-long exhibit called “Arlen Ness, Art on Two Wheels” which will feature a variety of Arlen’s builds (as well as builds by his son Cory and grandson Zach) running from July 13-Sept. 8. To launch the exhibit, The Petersen Auto Museum is organizing a motorcycle cruise-in on Saturday, […]
While most bikers will continue to do everything to prevent their motorcycles from rusting, others will choose the rusty look to make their old bikes look “root”. It’s even a new trend in the custom motorcycle industry, some “rusting” their machines on purpose, because as you know, like gray hair, rust may inspire respect. In […]
Victory Motorcycles Summer Tour Schedule. 80 Stops In 3 Months!
Published by May 30th, 2013 in Builders and Events.All big motorcycle brands have a busy schedule displaying their new models and organizing demo rides in major rallies and events. But this year, Victory Motorcycles is hitting more roads, participating to more rallies than ever before. Their national demo tour includes no less than 80 stops in 3 months! “This summer we’ll connect with […]
In the UK Mobility Scooters Getting Trendy!
Published by May 30th, 2013 in Builders, Customs and Editorial.I am not sure I can explain very well how those who don’t need a mobility scooter can find it trendy to ride one at the maximum speed of 8 mph. But I know the name of the person responsible for such an unexpected “fashion statement.” He is an English engineer named Andrew Wylie. I understand […]
Polaris Donating 10 Off-Road Vehicles to The Salvation Army for Oklahoma Disaster Relief
Published by May 30th, 2013 in Builders, Editorial and Events.To enhance The Salvation Army’s ability to transport food, water and other critical supplies to tornado survivors in Moore, Oklahoma,.Polaris Industries Inc. announced the company is donating 10 military, off-road vehicles with a combination of Run-Flat and Non-Pneumatic Tires (NPT), The units will be delivered from Polaris’ Osceola, Wis. plant, free of charge, thanks to […]
2013 Annual “Motorcycle As Art” Sturgis Exhibition Is ‘Ton Up! Speed, Style and Cafe Racer Culture”
Published by May 29th, 2013 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.This summer, “Motorcycle As Art”, the flagship annual exhibit curated by Michael Lichter at the legendary Buffalo Chip during the Sturgis Rally, will be focusing on the origins and renewed popularity of the Café Racer movement. As I wrote many times, shades of the 50’s and 60’s are everywhere in our motorcycle industry with a […]
A proposal To Make Nevada The First State In The nation To Legalize Motorcycle Lane Splitting Has died In the State Senate. The bill would have allowed motorcycles to drive between cars as long as traffic was stopped and the motorcycle did not go faster than 10 mph. Proponents said the legislation would make it […]
Supposedly, a green painted motorcycle is bad luck. The 2 most frequent explanations to justify this legend are either the high number of racers crashing their green vehicles (cars & motorcycles) or the use of green military motorcycles during World War II making their riders duck targets for the enemy. Maybe because it is green […]
BMW Motorrad, 90 years of two wheeled history. The BMW R 90 S likewise has cause to celebrate: the BMW Motorrad design icon turns 40 this year. As a tribute to both these anniversaries, the BMW Group has come up with an exclusive homage to the BMW R 90 S: the BMW Concept Ninety. This […]
Frenchman Sets World Speed Record On bike Fueled By Bleaching Hair Component
Published by May 25th, 2013 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.Not a blonde story. Frenchman Francois Gissy set a world speed record Sunday by reaching 163.4 mph (speed measures by GPS) on a rocket-powered motorcycle fueled by hydrogen peroxide, the same ingredient used to bleach hair. For safety issues, public was not admitted on the bleachers to watch the attempt. This very special bike “to […]
Toasting 110th Harley-Davidson Anniversary With Miller High Life®
Published by May 25th, 2013 in Builders, Editorial and Events.Born across the street from each other in Milwaukee, Miller High Life and Harley-Davidson have been making timeless American products for 110 years. Now they’re making something together. Yesterday, Bill Davidson, vice-president of the Harley-Davidson Museum and great-grandson of Harley-Davidson co-founder William A. Davidson officially kicked-off a multi-year partnership with Miller High Life by helping […]
Riding Into History With The Superb Photography Of John E. Adams
Published by May 24th, 2013 in Builders, Editorial and Events.Photographic art is John E. Adams passion. Art found in nature, in life around him …and in cars and motorcycles. Each year he spends long hours shooting then editing the hundreds of pictures of vintage motorcycles displayed at the Amelia Island Concours D’Elegance. I selected just a few of them, picked only close ups for […]
