Custom Chrome (CCI) today announces that the 2011 Custom Chrome Dealer Show will be March 19th and 20th at a new location at the Santa Clara Convention Center. This Convention Center boasts 302,000 sq. feet of space and will provide Custom Chrome with the facilities and technical requirements needed to continue growing the popular Dealer […]
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Custom Chrome 2011 Dealer Show Update. New Location And One Day Open To Retail Clients.
Published by November 9th, 2010 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.Best Of Show Netherlands Big Twin And Zodiac Dealer Expo
Published by November 9th, 2010 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.Held last weekend in Eindhoven, Netherlands the Big Twin Expo and Zodiac Dealer Show (both shows under the same building on one side for professionals, the other side reserved to dealers) had a very nice turnout of competing custom bikes in all styles coming from all over Europe.
California Scooter Company To Attempt Scooter Land Speed Record
Published by November 9th, 2010 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.California Scooter Company will attempt to set the 150cc land speed record on 21 November under the auspices of the Motor Scooter International Land Speed Federation. Sylvain Binau, 22, will pilot California Scooter’s land speed record bike. California Scooter Company is building a special motorcycle to set the world’s first 150cc land speed record. The […]
Not intended by Eric Buell, his motorcycles, at least motor and transmission from Harley, are becoming donors to a plethora of new built custom motorcycles. And this phenomenon can also be observed abroad, especially in Europe. After building the ‘Black & Fast” cruiser featured in this Blog 3 weeks ago, Fred Duban wanted to build something […]
Win a Kiss Custom Chopper
Published by November 7th, 2010 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.A company in Florida called RTC is launching a line of HDTV LED Televisions from 32″ to 55″ ($988 to $1,988) and is using the Kiss Band logo and/or likenesses to sell them. Good for Kiss members milking their worldwide fame with any company paying them the right price, but I would really like to know who […]
New Arrowhead Black N’ Billet Mirror
Published by November 6th, 2010 in Controls, Customs and Editorial.The motorcycle parts world is getting darker and darker. Wicked Image is launching the new Arrowhead Black n’ Billet mirror designed and precision machined from lightweight aluminum. I guess the craftsmen at Wicked Image spent long hours in the design room to find out how to polish such sharp lines. Tell me if I am wrong but I […]
Morgan To Launch The Super Sports Threewheeler
Published by November 6th, 2010 in Builders, Customs and Editorial.The legendary English company Morgan Motor Co., well-known for keeping the faith of traditional sport cars construction, is about to launch in 2011 a Super Sports Threewheeler powered by a V-Twin motorcycle engine hanging off its nose just like the Cycle Cars that it manufactured between 1911 to 1952. The machine is getting a 1,800 […]
Looxcie Wearable Camera. Awesome Motorcycle Live Action Videos.
Published by November 6th, 2010 in Customs, Editorial and Videos.Wish I had known about this tiny wearable camcorder before the Cannonball Endurance Run departure. Some riders could have carried one on the side of their head or helmet and record all their cross country ride. Light (weighs less than 1 oz), small, this smart camera shoots HGVA footage anytime it’s on. No push button to hold. The earloop […]
Vintage Motorcycle Leather Jacket
Published by November 5th, 2010 in Customs, Editorial and Merchandise.You don’t need to own a vintage motorcycle or run the Cannonball Endurance Run to wear this leather jacket. But at least you must ride something looking as old as it looks. If you didn’t keep your first leather jacket or are too young to have one as distressed, you will appreciate its look made to fit Indiana […]
Saxon Motorcycles Introduce The Crown Model in Europe
Published by November 4th, 2010 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.The 68th Milan Show is going on all weekend, and among the big manufacturers showing their new models and concept bikes, the display of American Saxon Motorcycles (Stand 2P-US-5) trying to convince dealers of the merit of their Crown high neck chopper.
Top Custom Motorcycles In Your Garage. Models Included.
Published by November 4th, 2010 in Books, Builders, Customs and Editorial.2011 Calendar Season just got started and you know that every year your garage and/or office ask for them…Photographer Jim Gianatsis has chased all year long the best new custom motorcycles and the most sexy models to offer you these 2 calendars.
“I always design my bikes like women, with a waistline. And then the fat tire in the back becomes the big butt” Eddie Trotta says. That you see or not the woman part(s) in each of his bikes, you must admit that his motorcycle designs are very distinctive and recognizable. You don’t come to Eddie […]
Cycle Source Magazine Best Of 2010 Awards. Digital Voting Booth Is Opened.
Published by November 3rd, 2010 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.Cycle Source January Issue is traditionally the one in each Chief Editor Chris Callen publishes his Best Of The Year Awards. And since print magazines need an average of 2months to prepare a new issue, now is the time for you to go to the digital booth to express your support and preference for the […]
Everybody Looking For A Cruise Mate
Published by November 3rd, 2010 in Accessories, Controls, Customs and Editorial.Some parts don’t fall in the category of sexy after-market accessories but are still very much sought after by many bikers to improve their riding experience. Example, the Cruise Mate, a lever operated throttle/cruise assist invented by Thomas Lane in his garage a few years ago. Some manufacturers like Big Dog Motorcycles have adopted it […]
New Harley-Davidson Gloss Black Engine Covers
Published by November 2nd, 2010 in Accessories, Customs, Editorial and Engines.For Harley-Davidson Softail, Touring and Dyna owners whose bikes are way over-chromed, Harley-Davidson released a series of Gloss Black Engine Covers to convert a powertrain to an elegant “tuxedo black” look. Manufactured from original equipment components to ensure a perfect fit, these covers are masked and coated with temperature-resistant Gloss Black paint to provide a […]
In case you forget where to kick start your bike! or how to spell KICK, it’s written all over this solid brass cast pedal from OLD-STF. A good conversation piece with your friends, too. , Should do same design for floorboards, just spelling the word FOOT (royalties welcomed.) Pedal shaft is CNC machined from solid […]
Baker Drivetrain Countdown To Black Friday Sweepstakes.
Published by November 1st, 2010 in Customs, Driveline, Editorial and Events.Black Friday, the Friday following Thanksgiving Day in the United States, is traditionally the beginning of the Christmas shopping season. From today to Black Friday 26th Baker Drivetrain wants to give you a chance to win the biggest shopping spree they have ever offered, a $1000 gift certificate good towards the purchase of any of […]
You want to see more custom baggers in different styles. And if I show you this one belonging to the new wave started of touring motorcycles built from the ground up, it’s not only for its smooth lines but also because it was created using only parts proudly made in America. Because an American Builder […]
New Fast Lane Black N’ Billet Fairing Mount Mirrors
Published by October 31st, 2010 in Controls, Customs and Editorial.Another pair of “custom ears” for your bagger fairing. These new mirrors from Wicked Image have the Black n’ Billet look so many are going for. Called the Fast Lane, they feature a patent pending design that provides a constant spring force for “one time” adjustment and have no exposed hardware for tensioning, all the […]
Mooneyes Motorcycle Solo Seats.
Published by October 30th, 2010 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Seats.The famous Santa Fe Springs, CA Mooneyes company just released its 2011 catalog ($5.00 + shipping). And in it you will find a few high hand solo seats in black and brown leather. One embossed with the “Moon Equipped Speed Shop Logo”, the other one with the “Rat Fink” They are beautiful but will cost […]
World’s Fastest Street Bike. 278.6 MPH.
Published by October 30th, 2010 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.Last Monday at the Annual Texas Mile, a 1299 cc Wild Brothers turbocharged Racing Susuki Hayabusa piloted by Bill Warner reached a street bike world record of 278.6 mph, 5 mph over the former highest speed reach last March of this year. The Texas Mile is a 3-day festival of speed held in Goliad with 76 […]
Belt Drives LTD New 2″ Open Drive For Harley-Davidson Baggers
Published by October 29th, 2010 in Customs, Driveline and Editorial.BDL LTD was already offering a 2″ open drive for baggers years 1990 to 2006. And now owners of 2007-up models can also install this narrow belt drive system. Both models allow proper stock placement of the floorboards and incorporate a unique top belt guard into the system which fits in a groove between the […]
Fast Motorcycle Industry News
Published by October 29th, 2010 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.1- Europe. Motorcycle Self-Customization Prohibited In 2017? Politicians love to look into and impose as many laws as possible. And when they lack inspiration they look abroad. So watch out for the most stupid project that the European Commission is looking into for 2017. One day it can be imported here in the US. The […]
May be useful to those of you tinkering just a little bit on your bike in your garage and those wishing to feel somewhat safer while on the road. This compact tool replaces 23 separate size wrenches. Narrow profile to fit in the smallest drawer or bike pouch. Each end of the wrench features an hexagonal head […]
Custom Chrome Europe 2010 Dealer Show
Published by October 28th, 2010 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.Europe, the other big continent for motorcycle customization, is getting ready for the top winter bike shows. And of course it includes the Annual Custom Chrome Europe Dealer Show to happen March 27, 2011 in Germany at the Rhie’s Phoenix-Hall. It’s where the 2011 European Champion will be crowned. This year’s edition had more than […]
Vintage Short Stack Handlebars
Published by October 28th, 2010 in Builders, Controls, Customs and Editorial.Perfect for your vintage or retro looking custom bike, these new old school bars with nice details from Roland Sands Design. You can see more styles, widths and heights in Roland Sands Website. For Sale only through Drag Specialties.
