SuperTrapp and Kerker Stout 4-inch Slip-Ons are for Harley-Davidson FLH/FLT models. These non tunable mufflers have newly developed cores and an internal-tapered billet aluminum end cap with recessed fasteners and oval cut-outs. SuperTrapp states that the newly shaped inlets flow better into the OEM head pipe as well as SuperTrapp True Dual Head Pipes. They […]
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SuperTrapp Slip-Ons For Deep Harley-Davidson Tone And Performance
Published by March 2nd, 2011 in Customs, Editorial and Exhaust.The Buzzword. 2011 Color And Finish Trends
Published by March 2nd, 2011 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.Chrome, polish, sandblasting, anodizing, shiny black, matte black, black in contrast to polished aluminum, etc. You know that the motorcycle industry has its own trends for bike and parts styles, wheel sizes, colors and finishes. These parts are not motorcycle parts, but from BMX distributor SNAFU. I feature them to show you what are supposed […]
Orange County Choppers-Hair Club Custom Chopper Giveaway Sweepstake
Published by March 2nd, 2011 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.This custom motorcycle was built by OCC’s Paul Senior for the 35th anniversary of Hair Club®, a specialist of hair restoration. Since you can’t see the bike details, just let me tell you that this custom chopper incorporates some “appropriate” design elements for such a company, as razor-edged front forks, shear-like custom rims, and a […]
Zipper’s Performance 2011 Product Guide
Published by March 1st, 2011 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Engines.This new catalog showcases exciting, value-packed performance products for your American V-Twin motorcycle. For 30 years, Zipper’s Performance Products has been a leading force behind improving the performance and reliability of Harley-Davidson® motorcycles. Since 2000, they have teamed with Thunder Heart Performance Corporation to develop ThunderMax EFI into the most highly advanced, user-friendly system available […]
With sick and twisted in your face one-of-a-kind custom motorcycles and handmade parts, Long Island New York’ Chaos Cycle plans to wreak havoc on the motorcycle industry. And as soon as you load their website, partners George Stinsman tells you right away his philosophy: “Without order nothing can survive. Without chaos nothing can evolve.” And the custom […]
It’s fat. It’s heavy. 1200 pages of motorcycle parts and accessories to make sure you know about all what is available to fix, customize or build your sled from the ground up. You can order this print version online ($14.99 + 6.95 shipping and handling. California residents pay additional $0.82 sales tax) or surf the […]
The Digger trend was all the rage 35 years ago and Arlen Ness was there and remembers… In the 2011 Arlen Ness catalog, and as seen at the V-Twin Expo, this new sleek Digger Frame Kit to accept up to 23′ wheels, front and back. Constructed of 7/8th DOM steel tubing with a .188″ wall […]
Morgan 3 Wheeler. A Superb Fusion Of Old And New.
Published by February 26th, 2011 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.Morgan, the iconic British brand founded by Harry Morgan, is launching this new 3 Wheeler model with a sporty bullet shape and exposed chassis design reminiscent of the 30’s but updated with a 21st century technology (see design evolution in a video after the jump.) How to call this machine with a “Race On Sunday” […]
New Premium Harley-Davidson Luggage Collection
Published by February 26th, 2011 in Accessories, Customs and Editorial.A new complete line of Harley-davidson bags (8 different pieces) designed to conveniently mount to a Tour-Pak luggage rack. Each bag is formed of 1680 denier ballistic nylon material with a UV-resistant coating. Designed to maintain their shape and protect belongings over years of long-haul motorcycle touring, these heavy duty bags are also tastefully styled […]
2011 Daytona Bike Week. Victory Activities.
Published by February 25th, 2011 in Builders, Customs and Events.For the 70th Daytona Bike week, Victory Motorcycle riders will be kept busy taking scenic rides, doing demo rides, making runs on the drag strip and entering bike contests and attending the annual Victory Party. Below the complete list of activities. March 5-12, Daytona International Speedway – Victory Demo Rides. In the parking lot outside […]
When the legs are weak and your buddy (or your lady!) is not around to help you push your Harley-davidson touring bike backwards, you will be glad to have installed a reverse gear system. Bert Baker conceived one very easy to install and use. This brief video to demonstrate how to go to and from […]
Sturgis Motorcycle Hall Of Fame 2011 Inductees
Published by February 24th, 2011 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.The Sturgis Motorcycle Hall of Fame is designed to recognize individuals or groups who have made a long term positive impact on the motorcycle community. Christine Paige Diers, Executive Director of the Sturgis Motorcycle Museum & Hall of Fame is announcing the list of new inductees Don Emde – Don Emde comes by his passion […]
Gas Tank Extension For Harley-Davidson Touring Motorcycles
Published by February 24th, 2011 in Builders, Chassis, Customs and Editorial.From Arlen Ness, this new winged tank extension to give a custom appearance to your gas tank for a fraction of what it would cost you to buy a new after-market one or modify yours by cutting it, grinding and welding add-on extensions. It is made of high quality composite material and oven cured to […]
A very sick bike that required a major surgery done by Kevin Boyle owner of Massachusetts based The V-Twin Motorcycle Medic. This one was started after the 25th anniversary bagger Kevin built for Sumax, the powdercoating expert. Seduced by the advantages of powdercoat over paint and not inclined to have a lot or even a little […]
Rat’s Hole Show Ratty Rag Is Back
Published by February 23rd, 2011 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.The Ratty Rag was first published for the 1974 Daytona Bike Week. Ted Smith, owner of the Rat’s hole Show, states that it is the oldest free motorcycle newspaper in the country and that more than one million copies of the Ratty Rag have been distributed at major bike show events all over the world […]
Fast Motorcycle Industry News
Published by February 22nd, 2011 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.1- Big Bear Choppers Open New Shop. Big Bear Choppers open a new shop in the Los Angeles area in Perris between Riverside and Temecula. The company is keeping the company’s headquarters in Big Bear Lake, California. It is a repair shop not exclusive to Big Bear Choppers. It will serve other motorcycle brands, from […]
2011 Las Vegas Bikefest Returning To Fremont Street
Published by February 22nd, 2011 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.Confirming an information I got one month ago, Las Vegas Bikefest Vice President Mindi Cherry confirmed to me that the Golden Nugget Hotel, located in downtown Las Vegas on the world-famous Fremont Street Experience, will be the 2011 Headquarter hotel for Las Vegas BikeFest®. The hotel will host registration, a motorcycle give-away and many other […]
A new design to broaden your choice while choosing your new rims. Pickard USA just introduced the “Thriller” wheel featuring 12 directional spokes surfaced in 3D and joining seamlessly towards the hub. The “Thriller” was designed to add movement and direction to your bike, even when sitting still. Versus a 2D design, a 3D surfacing technology […]
New Mustang Touring Seat Turns On the Heat
Published by February 22nd, 2011 in Customs, Editorial and Seats.Because 1/3 of the US is enduring unusual bitter cold it’s an appropriate time to talk about making those comfortable buns of yours toasty warm. Constructed of triple layer fiberglass, the Mustang’s new heated seat installs easily and comes complete with a wire harness that hooks to the accessory port in front of the battery […]
Since 1999, Robert Hitch is the owner of Symmetry Customs a business whose forte is one-off radical frame & parts fabrication for domestic and imports. As such, he is the man producing a lot of custom work for other Florida shops like Lightning Rod Motorcycles, Santiago Chopper and Gregg’s Customs. On a concept drawing provided […]
Making Of Kestrel Motorcycle
Published by February 21st, 2011 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Videos.A very well produced video of some highlights of the fabrication of the Kestrel (a re-engineered 1970 Triumph Bonneville) by Falcon Motorcycles.
Add Speedster to any product name and you are pretty sure to get my attention. I am a big coffee and expresso drinker and the look of this motor-themed machine is absolutely gorgeous (see more pictures after the jump.) Made from stainless steel, this advanced machine features a double boiler system, electronic temperature controllers, a […]
OCC Foundation. Stop The Violence Motorcycle Raffle.
Published by February 20th, 2011 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.For those who don’t know, The OCC Foundation is a New York not-for-profit corporation and is the charitable arm of the custom motorcycle shop, Orange County Choppers. It seeks to both maximize its charitable efforts by giving up to 100% of the money it raises each year to qualified charities and wants to give its […]
Smart Pack-Pad For Solo Seat Motorcycles
Published by February 19th, 2011 in Accessories, Customs and Editorial.A new interesting idea coming from Germany. The Pack-Pad Luggage. You know the dilemma. You ride a solo seat motorcycle, want to ride it for long distances and have no practical way, except maybe some removable saddlebags and a back pack, to carry all your overnight gear. Coming from 2 long time biker friends (Peter Holz […]
Arlen Ness Street Dragger Rear Fender for Harley-Davidson Tri Glide And Street Glide Trikes
Published by February 18th, 2011 in Builders, Chassis, Customs and Editorial.For those riding the Harley-Davidson trike models, Arlen Ness offers this curvaceous design rear fender. Will work with the factory 15” wheels or any 18″ custom wheels if fitted with a lower profile tire. Made out of fiberglass, pre-drilled and ready for priming and painting. Fits 2009-up Tri-GlideTM and 2010-up Street-GlideTM trikes. MSRP for pair […]
With for philosophy “to build elemental motorcycles outside of the plastic-encrusted mainstream motorcycle industry and to honor the taut lines and lean form of the past iconic motorcycles”, James Hammarhead is again imposing its own “repurposing” style, but this time starting from a brand new factory motorcycle. A 2010 Ural sT! James explains that this […]
