1- In Deadwood. The Bikini Girls. Buy their calendar. Get your picture with all of them! 2- At Rapid City Airport. Love it, but where are his wheels? 3- At AMD World Chamionship, “Hendee-Deviant” project by Kiwi Indian 4- A gorgeous custom from Italy that I don’t show you in full because I will feature […]
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Flash News From Sturgis (Part 2)
Published by August 8th, 2012 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.2012 Sturgis Legends Ride.
Published by August 7th, 2012 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.Yesterday Monday August 6 was the first official day of the Black Hills Rally, and it’s now a tradition to kick it off with the annual Legends Ride, a premier charity event taking an array of celebrities, artists, builders, industry insiders and fellow riders from around the globe on this 55-mile scenic Black Hills ride […]
The Spirit Of Steve McQueen In a Harley V-Rod
Published by August 6th, 2012 in Builders, Customs and Editorial.The builder: Rick’s Harley-Davidson Of Baden-Baden, Germany. Yes, the Rick famous for his gorgeous wide dark wheels, his ultra-custom parts for V-Rods, his drag/muscle/fat tires (dront & rear) custom bikes built in a very aggressive style, the way germans love them to burn rubber at very high speed on the country’s autobahns… The client: idolizing […]
Flash News From Sturgis (Part 1)
Published by August 6th, 2012 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.1- Visit at the Buffalo Chip. On Saturday, August 4th went directly from the Rapid City regional Airport to the Buffalo Chip to get a feel on the crowd checking in at the campground and the new Crossroads setup at its entrance where many vendors are already showing their ware and where the famous Rat’s […]
Bell Helmets and Roland Sands Design Contest
Published by August 4th, 2012 in Builders, Customs and Editorial.The month-long contest will reward someone the opportunity to have his bike customized and made over by RSD. This promotion challenges bikers to offer their most compelling rationale for why they and their bike deserve the “Star Treatment” from Bell and Roland Sands Design (RSD). You can enter the contest by visiting the Bell Powersports […]
Paul Teutul Jr. In Sturgis
Published by August 3rd, 2012 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.Fans of Paul Teutul Junior visiting the 72nd Sturgis Rally will be interested in knowing that he will make an appearance at the rally with his crew . He will be at the SKIL booth (City of Sturgis Motorcycle Expo on Lazelle Street) on Monday, August 6th from 1-3 p.m. to meet with fans, sign autographs […]
Free-Lance Artist Can Proceed With Lawsuit Against Harley-Davidson For Copyright Infringement
Published by August 3rd, 2012 in Builders and Editorial.A freelance artist who helped create several Harley-Davidson logos between 1970 and 2000 can continue with his copyright infringement case against the motorcycle giant, a federal judge ruled. In doing so, U.S. District Court Judge Lynn Adelman denied Harley’s motion for dismissal and ruled that the statute of limitations does not apply to the case. […]
Victory & Indian Announce Sturgis Rally Events at Buffalo Chip Stage At Lazelle Street
Published by August 3rd, 2012 in Builders, Editorial and Events.Free daily concerts and appearances by list of celebrities highlight the schedule for the all-new Buffalo Chip at Lazelle Presented by Allstate Motorcycle Insurance Stage located in the Victory Motorcycles/Indian Motorcycle complex at 3rd and Lazelle in Sturgis between August 4 &11. “We’ll have our strongest presence ever at Sturgis this year,” said Steve Menneto, […]
Victory Boardwalk All new in 2013, the Boardwalk is the classic-styled cruiser with “relaxed ride” in its DNA. Comfortable Ergonomics: The seat height is 25.9” (658 mm), the driver has roomy open floorboards and wide handlebars are in easy reach for sure control and a relaxed riding position. Whitewall Metzler tires (150mm rear/130mm front) are […]
Harley-Davidson Second Quarter Earnings Per Share Rise 32.1 Percent. New Motorcycle Sales Up 4% US, 2.8% Worldwide
Published by August 1st, 2012 in Builders, Editorial and Events.This morning August 1, 2012 before financial markets opening, Harley-Davidson, Inc. (NYSE: HOG) reported continued increases in earnings and dealer new motorcycle sales for the second quarter of 2012. Retail sales of new Harley-Davidson motorcycles grew 2.8 percent worldwide in the quarter compared to the prior-year period, including an increase of 4.0 percent in unit […]
Harley-Davidson Nuremberg Gets Homologation Of Jim’s 131″ Racing Motor For Legal Use On All European Roads
Published by July 31st, 2012 in Builders, Editorial, Engines and Events.Harley-Davidson Nuremberg gets Europe Street Legal Homologation For Jim’s 131″Racing Motor. A very big deal for European bikers on a continent where motorcycle regulations are extremely tough with very few authorized stock modifications, much less than in the USA. The Harley-Davidson & Buell Nuremberg dealer in Bavaria, Germany, succeeded in fighting European Economic Community (EEC) red […]
The 2013 Victory Boardwalk. Official Launch Video.
Published by July 31st, 2012 in Builders and Videos.2013 Victory Boardwalk. From Classic Laid-Back Cruiser To Light Bagger.
Published by July 30th, 2012 in Builders, Editorial and Events.The new Boardwalk model joins the Victory Judge, High-Ball, Jackpot, Vegas 8-Ball & Hammer 8-Ball in the line of Victory Cruisers. Low, comfortable, versatile along with an impressive collection of accessories that make it a comfortable 2-up cruiser for quick get-aways across town or down the open road. A bike for unstressed cruising, with a […]
Tough Deluxe Softail By Exile Cycles
Published by July 30th, 2012 in Builders, Customs and Editorial.Quite difficult to title a custom bike built from the ground with after-market parts and to insure it in a state like California. A much safer approach is to own a street legal factory Harley (or other brand) and to have it customized, finding the right balance between bespoke and the legality and comfort of […]
The Brand New 2013 Victory Boardwalk Cruiser Here Tonight July 30 At 8 P.M. Eastern (5 P.M. Pacific)
Published by July 30th, 2012 in Builders, Editorial and Events.Come back this Monday evening July 30, 2012 to see and read about the new Victory Boardwalk Cruiser. Pictures and tech sheet will be posted at at 8 p.m. Eastern (5 p.m Pacific time)
Erik Buell Racing Gets $20 million In Investment Funding. Erik Buell Racing has received $20 million in foreign investments to allow the upstart OEM to expand its motorcycle production and create about 200 jobs. The $20 million in investment funding comes from investment fund manager FirstPathway Partners LLC and will help EBR produce additional models […]
New businesses are often born out of frustration. In the case of Marrs Cycles, its young founder Kacy Marrs was unable to ride, recovering from an injury sustained doing a half-time freestyle motocross show for the NHRA. Then, it struck him. Why others are building hotrods and custom motorcycles, why not incorporate the Southern California […]
Collection Of 71 Immaculate Post-War MV Agusta Motorcycles To Be Sold In One Lot!
Published by July 26th, 2012 in Builders, Editorial and Events.71 Bikes. One motorcycle brand. To be auctioned in one Lot. Unprecedented and foolish? We will know very soon. These machines represent the life’s work of Gary Kohs, the world’s foremost steward of MV Agusta history, the most titled, championship-ladened motorcycle brand in Italian history. An auction to be held August 16-18 at the Hyatt […]
Maximizing Motorcycle Luggage Capacity
Published by July 25th, 2012 in Accessories, Builders and Editorial.Harley-Davidson claims that these Shrink Sacks (P/N 90200719, $15.95 Medium; P/N 90200721, $17.95 Large) will make the most of touring luggage space by collapsing and “shrinking” bulky clothing. Simply load the bag with soft goods, seal it, roll it to evacuate the air and the compressed Shrink Sack occupies a fraction of the space that used […]
Harley-Davidson Air-cooled Twin Cam 110™ engine. Did You Know?
Published by July 25th, 2012 in Builders, Editorial and Engines.The Harley-Davidson CVO Road Glide Custom model(FLTRXSE) is equipped with an air cooled 110″ Twin Cam engine (most of rest the lineup uses a 103″.) Anachronistic engine? Yes, for sure, but Harley fans are attached to air cooled engines and don’t want their bikes (EPA permitting) to be equipped with a radiator. Summer heat, triple […]
Polaris Reports Record Second Quarter 2012 Results
Published by July 25th, 2012 in Builders, Editorial and Events.Net income increased 43% to $69.8 million, or $0.98 per diluted share, with sales increasing 24% to $755.4 million, setting second quarter sales and earnings records. North American retail sales sustained considerable momentum, rising 17% year-over-year in the second quarter. All product lines experienced increased sales during the 2012 second quarter. Raising guidance for full year […]
California Scooter Motorcycles Now Available In Canada
Published by July 24th, 2012 in Builders, Editorial and Events.“We’re very pleased that Transport Canada has approved our motorcycles in Canada,” said Steve Seidner, President and Chief Executive Officer of California Scooter Motorcycles, of course based in California. “In addition to the United States, you can now purchase CSC Motorcycles in Australia, Japan, Lebanon, and Cyprus. As an American manufacturer, it feels great to […]
Middle East Custom Bike Building Championship In Dubai Is October 20, 2012
Published by July 24th, 2012 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.Custom bikes are being built, ridden and shown all around the world, including in Dubai both an emirate within the United Arab Emirates (UAE) and a city (Dubai City) On October 20, 2012 a lot of European builders and locals are going to travel to the southeast of the Persian Golf on the Arabian Peninsula […]
5th Annual Sturgis Buffalo Chip Legends Ride® For Charity Nearly Sold-Out
Published by July 24th, 2012 in Builders, Editorial and Events.A few tickets still available for the 2012 Legends Ride, the charity annual ride kicking off the Rally. The Legends Ride on Monday, August 6, pairs Rally-goers with celebrities and top-bike builders on a 55-mile scenic, escorted ride from historic Deadwood to the Sturgis Buffalo Chip, and the 5th annual Ride is on the verge […]
Best Of Shaw Harley-Davidson Sportster
Published by July 23rd, 2012 in Builders, Customs and Editorial.Another very nice XR 1200 Sportster from the boys at Shaw Speed & Custom, the custom department of Shaw Harley-Davidson Of Brigthon, UK. All their heavily modified Harley Sportsters are so cool that each could be part of a high end CVO line offered by the Milwaukee factory. The quality and originality of their custom […]
EagleRider Launches Eusedmotorcycles To Locate And Buy Certified Pre-Owned Motorcycles At the Best Price
Published by July 22nd, 2012 in Builders, Editorial and Events.EagleRider, the world’s largest motorcycle rental and tour company, officially launched this week its newest business venture Eusedmotorcycles to meet the growing demand of customers and dealers seeking to purchase certified, pre-owned motorcycles. The new site will enable customers to view hundreds of motorcycles online, and either purchase directly and have the bike shipped, or […]
