If last Friday you were not present at the New York International Motorcycle Show, you discovered the 2013 Victory Judge model first in photos in my blog, then in a video where it was shown in action flexing its American muscles. But this new model unveiling is only part of the story. Some of you […]
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Exclusive. Zach Ness NessCafe. The First Custom Victory Judge.
Published by January 25th, 2012 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.The Art Of The Unfinished Motorcycle Look.
Published by January 24th, 2012 in Builders, Customs and Editorial.You are looking at the personal custom motorcycle of David Beckham, the world’s highest-paid footballer (soccer player) when taking into account salary and advertisiing deals. Also famously married to Victoria Adams, dubbed “Posh Spice” of the pop music group Spice Girls. So, you can push far away the idea that an unfinished look belongs to […]
Harley-Davidson 4th Quarter 2011 Earnings Report Shows Continued Strength For Retail Motorcycle Sales
Published by January 24th, 2012 in Builders, Editorial and Events.Although it was a bumpy ride in 2011 for Harley-Davidson with sour consumer sentiment, the restructuring of its York facility and supply chain disruptions caused the Japan earthquake and tsunami, the company just announced this morning at 8.30 am EST that. 1- Worldwide retail new motorcycle sales climbed 10.9% in fourth quarter 2011 and 5.9% […]
Launch Of The American International Motorcycle Expo In The Fall Of 2013
Published by January 24th, 2012 in Builders, Editorial and Events.Marketplace Events announced last week that it intends to launch the American International Motorcycle Expo (AIME) in the fall of 2013. The purpose is to serve as the catalyst to bring together the entire two-wheel industry in a single arena that creates a grand stage for motorcycling in the U.S. and North America, while delivering […]
Writing about custom bikes of fellow builders teaches me a lot of things that have apparently nothing to do with motorcycles. So, I wondered, like you are, what is the story behind the name of this new creation? It was built by Jim Giuffra at AFT Customs (and of course his crew of girls) for […]
Rolling Thunder 25th Anniversary Tribute Bike Build. Questions Answered (Part 2)
Published by January 22nd, 2012 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.Regarding my article about the Rolling Thunder 25th Anniversary 4 tribute bikes built by Brigitte Bourget, Billy Lane, Mike Tomas and Dar Holdsworth, you asked: 1- what will be done with them after their unveiling in Washington DC on May 26, 2012 . 2- who will hold title of these motorcycles. Here are the answers.
Harley-Davidson Program To Reduce The Number Of Its U.S. Dealers. Over the past several years, the economic recession has resulted in slow new bikes sales and in pushing many now unprofitable US dealers in or close to bankruptcy. The traditional option is of course to sell and to reopen with a new owner, which is […]
The 2013 Victory Judge. The New American Muscle Bike (Part 2)
Published by January 20th, 2012 in Builders, Customs and Videos.The 2013 Victory Judge. The New American Muscle Bike (Part 1)
Published by January 20th, 2012 in Builders, Editorial and Events.The Victory Judge is the new 2013 model from Victory being unveiled right now to the press at the New York City Javits Center With the slogan “American Muscle Never Died. It just needs handlebars” The Judge is presented by Victory’s management as a performance cruiser combining smooth ride and handling with premium power and […]
New 2013 Victory Model To Be Unveiled Here Tomorrow Friday January 20 At 11.30 EST.
Published by January 19th, 2012 in Builders, Editorial and Events.Tomorrow Friday January 20, 2012 at 11.30 am Eastern Time, at the International Motorcycle Show (IMS) at the New York City Javits Center , Victory Motorcycles will pull the sheet for the press off their new 2013 model. All information and pictures will be posted by me exactly at the same time it is unveiled […]
Rolling Thunder 25th Anniversary Tribute Bike Build Features Four Legendary Builders (Part 1)
Published by January 18th, 2012 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.Memorial Day Weekend marks the 25th Anniversary of Rolling Thunder in Washington, D.C., an annual motorcycle Demonstration Run that attracts over 450,000 motorcycles and one million attendees. To commemorate this honorary event, four custom motorcycles will be built by four legendary bike builders. Through a collaborative effort between Rolling Thunder and Jay Allen (creator of […]
Three-Pocket Fairing Pouch From Harley-Davidson
Published by January 18th, 2012 in Accessories, Builders and Editorial.The new Three-Pocket Fairing Pouch ($89.95) from Harley-Davidson Genuine Motor Accessories puts convenient storage space at the fingertips of touring riders. Designed to complement H-D® wind deflectors and windshields, this fairing pouch helps storing a cell phone, sunglasses and other small items. The sturdy plastic pouches are wrapped in supple, UV-resistant vinyl for a premium […]
Billy Lane To Start A Custom Motorcycle Project While Still Behind Bars
Published by January 17th, 2012 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.On August 14, 2009 Billy Lane was sentenced to 6 years in Prison regarding the vehicular homicide case in connection with a September 4, 2006 crash that left Gerald Morelock dead. Upon his release from prison (to happen sooner than 2015 because Billy will be credited 2 days per month against jail time for good […]
Restore The Rumble And Look Of Your Harley Engine.
Published by January 17th, 2012 in Builders, Editorial and Engines.Bringing your Harley-Davidson engine back to life, mechanically and cosmetically is a service offered by Harley-Davidson. Evolution® 1340 and Twin Cam 88, 95, 96, and 103 CI engines can be remanufactured to factory specifications by Harley team of trained technicians. No matter what the color or finish configuration of your motor, they will refresh the […]
Coca-Cola Is Still World’s Most Valuable Brand. Harley-Davidson Ranking Is 100.
Published by January 17th, 2012 in Builders, Editorial and Events.Each year, Interbrand ranks the 100 most valuable global brands. Ranking is based on several criteria taking into account all the many ways in which a brand touches and benefits its organization — from attracting and retaining talent to delivering on customer expectations. The final value can then be used to guide brand management, so […]
Discount Tickets For My Readers At New York Progressive International Motorcycle Show This Weekend January 20-22.
Published by January 17th, 2012 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.This International Motorcycle Show in New York City is a biggie not to miss. During this coming weekend at the Jacob K. Javits Convention Center you will be able to see the new 2012 manufacturer lineups, the best after-market brands,, the latest in motorcycle technology, a large custom bike show. Organizers tell me more displays, more new parts […]
The Frighteningly Powerful Electric Bike Out-Sccelerating a Porsche 911 GT3 RS
Published by January 17th, 2012 in Builders, Customs and Editorial.Ok, it’s not a motorcycle. Just a heavy bicycle because of its batteries load. But to the objection that electric motorcycles are not powerful enough to attract a clientele riding gas powered bikes, I am telling you that very soon it will no more be the case. I know, you have many other objections before […]
Passion for custom American cars and motorcycles decided Australian born Shaun Ruddy to make the big move from the Sunshine Coast in Queensland to Las Vegas, Nevada. A fully certified Fabrication Engineer, Spray Painter & Panel Beater in his native country of Australia he and wifey already owned and operated a full motorcycle building shop […]
Harley-Davidson Spirit. You’re Born With It…
Published by January 15th, 2012 in Builders and Editorial.2 Harley ads published in Brazil. What do you think? Advertising Agency: Momapropaganda, Brazil. Creative Director: Rodolfo Sampaio. Art Director: Fábio Baraldi. Copywriters: Adriano Matos, Rodolfo Sampaio. Photographer: Raul Raichtaler. Producer: Paulo Gereissate, Fábio Baraldi.
Harley-Davidson Workers Getting Physical Care at Work. More and more companies are offering fitness programs to their workers. Reason is of course the growing number of older plant workers in their baby boomer years getting injured while performing physical work. By 2018, 24 percent of US workers will be 55 or older. Now factory workers […]
Du Pont Family Historic Motorcycle And Parts Collection Sold For US $1 Million
Published by January 14th, 2012 in Builders, Editorial and Events.For all those loving, intending to invest in or already collectors of antique motorcycle and parts, the numbers listed below would tend to prove again and again that during recession times historic pieces are even more desirable. During the second annual Las Vegas Bohnams Auction, total sales were 2 million dollars with the entire Du […]
New Chisel Custom Wheels For Harley-Davidson Touring Models
Published by January 13th, 2012 in Builders, Customs and Editorial.The new Chisel Custom Wheels from Harley-Davidson® Genuine Motor Accessories® feature seven narrow-profile split spokes that radiate from a minimalistic hub, and the resulting see-through effect visually lightens the profile of the motorcycle when paired with pedestal-mounted, Chisel Floating Brake Rotors. Offered in 17-inch front and 16-inch rear sizes for Harley-Davidson Touring models, the Chisel […]
India Motorcycle Market. The New World’s Fancy
Published by January 12th, 2012 in Builders, Editorial and Events.Some updates about our 2 US based brands, Harley-Davidson and Victory, and their strategies in India. Harley-Davidson. Currently about 36% of Harley-Davidson’s sales come from outside the US. Indian is the main focus to increase this percentage to 40% by 2014. So, Harley is ramping up its operation 1- by assembling more models locally (at […]
A Custom Victory Unveiled January 21, 2012 At The New York IMS Show.
Published by January 12th, 2012 in Builders and Events.At noon on January 21st, at the New-York IMS Show, Victory will unveil a custom built by Zach Ness. Not a Ness Signature series. just his imagination turned into one cool bike. A teaser video …
3rd Annual Buffalo Chip Challenge Is Launched
Published by January 12th, 2012 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.Getting students more involved with the motorcycle industry, giving them a real-world experience while promoting economic development in the state of South Dakota are the objectives of the Buffalo Chip Challenge. This year, the Sturgis Buffalo Chip, along with leading industry businesses, including Black Hills Harley-Davidson, Terry Components and Hot Leathers, is challenging Western Dakota […]
After almost 1 year of work, Darwin Motorcycles a.k.a. Brass Ball Cycles is finishing a new project named The Rockeeter F3 using ultra custom aluminum sheet metal for gas/oil tanks and rear fender. Sam Wills at Racing Innovations is the man in charge of all sheet metal fabrication and welding, from the 36-degree rake gooseneck frame […]
