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Published by May 26th, 2012 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.New Grand Prix Trilogy Billet Air Cleaners
Published by May 26th, 2012 in Accessories, Customs, Editorial and Engines.Precision Billet Products, a leading provider of innovative high-quality motorcycle billet accessories, launches a brand new Grand Prix Edition Trilogy billet air cleaners for Harley Davidson motorcycles. These air cleaners feature a new Trilogy design inlaid with Ming Red Mother-of-Pearl or Lime Green Mother-of-Pearl (other custom colors are available on request) Custom crafted from 6061 […]
It’s in 1999 that Bert & Lisa Baker officially appeared on the custom V-Twin motorcycle scene. Armed with the necessary theory, protocol, and experience that they both acquired during 14 years as engineers working on manual transmissions for General Motors, they immediately succeeded in imposing their new ideas. They revolutionized the way we gear up […]
The Harley model FCWC, or Softail Rocker, with its controversial “perched” seat made necessary because the rear fender was moving with the swingarm to which he was mounted, didn’t make it in the 2012 line up. Of course, plenty are around and are always a very good base for those looking for a nice riding […]
It may be what you are looking for to hold your IPhone, IPod, Smartphone, GPS and many other small electronic devices to your handlebars. In just seconds. this new Tech Connect System will easily mount and secure any of your gizmos. An adjustable swivel head allows movement for perfect positioning. Offered in complete kits as […]
Fast Motorcycle Industry News.
Published by May 23rd, 2012 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.Harley-Davidson April-May US Sales Seen As Slowing Down. Dealer checks suggest that retail sales were down between 1 to 3%. The 2 reasons most often mentioned: 1- Unusual excellent sales during the 1st quarter 2012 due to exceptional clement winter weather. 2- a shortage of available new models in many dealerships, something that will benefit […]
The Blade. A Gorgeous Custom Aluminum Sportster.
Published by May 23rd, 2012 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Videos.A video Richard Grabbe from Rich Phillips Cycles put together on The Blade, a 1998 Harley Sportster. Beautiful one-off chromemoly frame and aluminum sheet metal. Shot in his shop in Missouri and around his home. Enjoy… (4″ 46″)
Handlebar Risers For Harley Street Bob
Published by May 22nd, 2012 in Controls, Customs and Editorial.Custom tailoring your Harley-Davidson to preferred riding position is sometimes as simple as selecting the right handlebar. But on a Harley FXDB Street Bob it’s not the easiest thing to do because of the particularity of its triple tree. Installing a custom handlebar will require, either to replace the stock top tree, or keep the […]
Electric vehicles have had sluggish sales primarily due to their limited range and high cost. Worth mentioning – you never know what you may ride one day – is a supposedly revolutionary electric vehicle (EV) battery technology able tol allow many EVs to double their range at the same battery cost that they have now. […]
No, I am not confused, but you may be just by looking at all these pictures and realizing that they are from 2 different custom Ducatis. These bikes with the overall same appearance and paint job are the work of Yuri Shif, for me Europe’s custom builder with the wildest/most elegant/most beautifully executed ideas. His […]
Italian Rizoma has the reputation of producing custom motorcycle jewelry. Not too much in this case… The concept of a end-grip mirror is not new, but this new part is offering position versatility thanks to its sophisticated multi-axis machining. In addition to its adjustment system, itsr small diameter has increased view thanks to the use […]
Hollister 3rd Annual Corbin Appreciation Day
Published by May 19th, 2012 in Customs, Editorial, Events and Seats.Hollister, California is considered by many the birthplace of the American Biker, the place where all began…For the 3rd year, Mike Corbin is organizing festivities including a bike show, a trade show and of course visits Corbin factory tours with discounts on all products and free installation of their goodies. This year’events will take place […]
Motorcycle Transmission. Baker Drivetrain Explains How It Is Made On The Science Channel.
Published by May 18th, 2012 in Customs, Driveline, Editorial and Events.The popular TV Show “How It Is Made” on the Science Channel show you how everyday objects people use become the things they are. In a new episode to air June 7 at 9 pm (ET) you will get the story behind behind bamboo bicycles, chainsaw art, breath mints and Baker Drivetrain motorcycle transmissions. The […]
Corbin’s Redesigned Warbird Body Kit For Harley FXR Models
Published by May 17th, 2012 in Chassis, Customs and Editorial.Getting full circle, the motorcycle industry is celebrating its history with part manufacturers reproducing or rejuvenating parts from its past, all periods from beginning to end of the last century. Those old enough in the business remember the Warbird body Kit launched by Mile Corbin in the mid 90’s for very comfortable rubber mounted Harley FXR’s models […]
Dakota Digital Information System For Harley Sportster, Softail And Dyna Models
Published by May 16th, 2012 in Controls, Customs, Editorial and Electrical.Installation is a snap! The new Dakota MCL-3212 digital information system plugs directly into the stock wiring with no modifications needed. It replaces 2011-up Softail and 2012-up Dyna models with 3-3/8” or 4” bar mount and tank mount applications. Features include an adjustable speedometer (selectable as MPH or KM/h), adjustable tachometer that can also be […]
New Evo Sportster Hardtail Kit By Bare Knuckle Choppers
Published by May 16th, 2012 in Builders, Chassis, Customs and Editorial.Many Sportster owners dream to turn their bikes into a hardtail. Quite a few kits to do so on the market, and a new clean option offered by Bare Knuckle Choppers. The crew started with the idea that the frame should look like it came from the factory as a hardtail, not as a hacked […]
Radical Japanese Electric Motorcycle
Published by May 16th, 2012 in Builders, Customs and Editorial.First generation of electric motorcycles was all about making them work without much consideration about aesthetics. Second generation went into improving performance but still failing at making them visually very attractive. A third generation is now trying to give these e-bikes some custom sex-appeal.
Metzeler 21″ Front Tire Stage 2 Upgrade For Late Harley-Davidson FL Series Models
Published by May 15th, 2012 in Customs, Editorial and Wheels.Metzeler Motorcycle Tire has added an all-new Stage 2 upgrade option 120/70B21 for newer model Harley-Davidson FL series bikes as replacements for the stock-sized ME880 tires suggested. These new options – based on the popular Metzeler ME880 tire – fill the fenders of nine Harley-davidson models, among them the Road King, Electra Glide Classic, Ultra […]
First, let me begin this feature by mentioning that the finish you see on this bike comes by way of acid etching followed by flame treating all steel parts (except tear fender and gas tank kept in raw steel). Result is this iridescent-type “color” that ranges from golds and straw-yellows to deep purples, reds and […]
If you have a beginning of last century/boardtrack project on your mind or already on your lift, this ultra retro 3.5 gallon 2-piece tank may be what you need. It was originally designed for Paughco frame #128S5-USP and commissioned by US Chopper for their rolling chassis project.
Stealth Belt Drive For Harley Sportsters
Published by May 11th, 2012 in Customs, Driveline, Editorial and Engines.In need of waking up the left side of your Harley Sportster? This Stealth Belt Drive is not only very good looking, but it is, as far as I know, the only USA made Belt Drive to fit Sportsters 1991-2003 and 2004-present Offered by Evolution Industries in 2 or 3 inch (called 2X and 3X) […]
New Harley-Davidson Running Boards To Provide Room To Stretch Legs and Move Feet For Long-Ride Comfort
Published by May 10th, 2012 in Builders, Controls, Customs and Editorial.The new Rider Running Boards (P/N 50500158, $199.95) from Harley-Davidson® give owners of many Harley-Davidson FL Softail® and Touring motorcycle models more room to stretch legs and move feet on long runs, which can relieve muscle tension and reduce rider fatigue. These Rider Runner Boards are four inches longer (one inch in forward and three […]
Sturgis Buffalo Chip Challenge. Custom Harley Road Glide Completed By Students.
Published by May 10th, 2012 in Builders, Customs and Editorial.The finished motorcycle that a group of 11 high school seniors built for the Buffalo Chip was unveiled at Sturgis Brown High School on Monday, April 30. It is the first time in the history of the Buffalo Chip Challenge Program that the one-of-a-kind custom Harley-Davidson® was built by a dedicated group of local Sturgis […]
New Ground Breaking Convertible Bagger By Jeff Nicklus Desperado Motorcycles
Published by May 9th, 2012 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.During the last 20 years I have seen and admired a few convertible motorcycles, but they were all conceived as concept motorcycles or show bikes. Privileging style over function, none of them were conceived for production, even a limited one, and none were letting you do the conversion yourself in a very short time. The […]
WanaRyd Motorcycle is releasing The Twisted, a unique 8-spoke directional 3D wheel that’s part of their Stark-line Series, a new premium line of 3D forged one-piece billet wheels. The Stark-line Series features a new finish that WanaRyd states has being totally unique and proprietary. Stark-line wheels are 3D machined, black powder coated and then re-machined […]
Bob Cat Exhaust System For Harley Softail Models
Published by May 8th, 2012 in Customs, Editorial and Exhaust.From D&D Performance Enterprises, one of the leading performance motorcycle exhaust manufacturers, this Bob Cat exhaust is designed for 2000 to 2012 Harley-Davidson Softail models. The company states that it improves the performance and economy of the OEM system through tighter mapping of the engine characteristics. By adding a high-flow air filter (test made with […]
