Always the 3rd weekend of July, the 19th edition of the LA Calendar Show is coming on July 18th at the Queen Mary Park of Long Beach, CA. Fashion and motorsports photographer, event producer Jim Gianatsis has a passion for high performance, an ear for talent, and an eye for beauty. Every year he manages […]
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2010 LA Calendar Show. Custom Motorcycles And Kittens To Rock The Scene.
Published by July 2nd, 2010 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.All kind of inlays, stitching patterns, exotic materials for all seat models are available at Le Pera. From bare solo to the most comfortable touring seats. Let your imagination run wild and order a seat that you will not see again on your buddies’ bikes. Even if you choose a high tech seat, all designs […]
EPA Updating Motorcycle Exhaust Noise Emission Standards
Published by June 30th, 2010 in Customs, Editorial, Events and Exhaust.The Motorcycle Riders Foundation (MRF) has learned that the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is updating the regulation that governs all motorcycle noise emissions. The EPA has sent a letter to various private companies located in the USA, that import or build motorcycle exhausts intended for use in the USA, asking the companies to disclose […]
Cast Aluminum Motorcycle Solo Seat Pan
Published by June 30th, 2010 in Chassis, Customs, Editorial and Seats.Most sold solo seat pans are made of steel. Lowbrow Customs now propose a cast aluminum version offering both lightness and durability. It is made in small batches of 10, and shows a great shape with a nice kick up in the rear to keep you from sliding off of your seat. With measurements of 11.5″ […]
American Chopper. New TV Show “Paul Teutul Senior vs. Junior” Debuts August 12th
Published by June 30th, 2010 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.While litigation is still going on between Paul Teutul Sr and his son, and although they no more talk to each other, both will be back together in a new TV show called “Paul Senior Versus Paul Junior” on August 12th on TLC. So, how is it possible? Separate film crews not exchanging any information […]
A Youngster Small Budget Customized Honda CB 350
Published by June 30th, 2010 in Builders, Customs and Editorial.The Honda CB350 was a 325cc motorcycle produced between 1968 and 1973. Its reliable motor proved to be a popular design, making it at the time the highest selling motorcycle in American history with 300,000 units sold. It’s still a popular small bike for riding and a good canvas for some custom work. It’s what 20 years […]
Falcon Motorcycles’ Kestrel In Action In The Desert
Published by June 29th, 2010 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Videos.You all enjoyed looking at the pictures and reading the story of the Krestel, a custom Triumph built by Ian Barry at Falcon Motorcycles. Now, you can see it in action in the desert in this 48-second commercial style video. Directed and shot by Falcon Motorcycles co-founder Amaryllis Knight, with score written and performed by Falcon founder […]
Fourth of July Week. Free Shipping On All Products At Baker Drivetrain.
Published by June 29th, 2010 in Brakes, Builders, Customs, Driveline and Editorial.Fourth Of July. Celebration of Declaration of Independence from the Kingdom of Great Britain. A day associated with fireworks, parades, barbecues, carnivals, fairs, picnics, concerts, baseball games, political speeches, ceremonies … and free shipping at Baker Drivetrain. This week leading to the 4th of July on Sunday, all orders you place online at Baker Drivetrain give […]
Giving A New Life To A Harley Ironhead Sportster.
Published by June 28th, 2010 in Builders, Customs and Editorial.Fifteen years that French Thierry Nicolle rides stock Harleys, almost everything in the Milwaukee line up, from a Sportster to a V-Rod via a couple of Dynas. Until a friend went away to sail the high seas and let him use his Chop, a customized Sportster Ironhead, the model sold by Harley starting year 1972 […]
Gas Or Oil Tank Knuckle Cap
Published by June 27th, 2010 in Accessories, Chassis, Customs and Editorial.The proof again that you don’t need to do in the complicated to get a nice design. For all those readers who are ready and able to weld-on a simple but still custom gas cap, the Mooneyes Knuckle model is a good choice that will never go out of custom building fashion. Of course the […]
Confederate Motors Very Limited Edition Black Flag P120 Fighter
Published by June 27th, 2010 in Builders, Customs and Editorial.Faithful to its philosophy of building motorcycles with a simple, pure, minimal, rugged to skeletal shape, Confederate Motors announced a very limited production of a new dark version of the P120 Fighter called the Black Flag. President Matt Chambers believes that its niche market is the clientele in the top 1% of Harley-davidson buyers, those […]
Glenndyne Ano-Accent Treatment G2 Wheel
Published by June 26th, 2010 in Customs, Editorial and Wheels.Design simplicity with sophistication in the finishing treatment… This Glenndyne Design G2 model wheel is CNC machined, then black anodized before going back to the machining process for some ball milling on the rim lip and spokes. Full chrome or full black anodizing are also available. This model is light weight with the advantage of […]
Shinya Kimura. The Sounds And Images Of Custom Bike Building.
Published by June 26th, 2010 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Videos.A superb video directed by Henrik Hansen to explain in a few words and images why and how Shinya Kimura build custom bikes in his small shop of Azusa, California. Never before have I seen a short movie where editing and sounds express so well the art of custom building motorcycles (including visual references to “The […]
Hoodie With Built-In Earphones. Brilliant.
Published by June 26th, 2010 in Customs, Editorial and Merchandise.Hoodies being one of bikers favorite pieces of clothing and being sold by so many, how come nobody in our industry thought about this.
Avon Motorcycle Tyres Introduces Cobra Fitments For 2009-2010 Harley-Davidson Touring Models
Published by June 25th, 2010 in Customs, Editorial and Wheels.The new Cobra for Harley-Davidson touring motorcycles from Avon Motorcycle Tyres North America is available now. The new Cobra has been designed to sustain heavier loads over long distances as a result of a triple-belted, six-ply construction. For improved handling and stability, the new Cobra utilizes an advanced sport touring tire technology with a solid […]
Fast Motorcycle Industry news.
Published by June 25th, 2010 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.Polaris opened its first dealership in Beijing, China, and plans to open more. Its Ranger and Sportsman models made their first high-profile appearance to Chinese consumers at the Beijing auto show in April. Polaris partnered with Beijing United Automobile Motorcycle Manufacturing Co, a subsidiary of Beijing Automotive Industry Holding Co, to establish 5 retailers in China […]
New Hitman Bobber. Starting At $22,995.
Published by June 25th, 2010 in Builders, Customs and Editorial.Another very limited production custom bike offered in the $20’s + price range depending of the options you choose. For $22,995 you get the choice of the frame (0″ Up, 0″ Out, 30 deg Rake 150mm-250mm) or 1″ Up, 2″ Out 32 deg Rake 150mm-250mm or 0″ Up, 4″ Out 32 deg Rake 150mm-250mm.
Vintage is the new cool. With a new twist added to a classic round shape, this 2-piece air cleaner is available for CV, S&S B, S&S E, Bendix and Likert 4 bolts carburetors. CNC machined aluminum two piece body, and provided with adapter plate with stainless steel perforated metal, mounting hardware & a UNI Filter […]
Dale Walksler 1936 Harley-Davidson EL Knucklehead
Published by June 24th, 2010 in Builders, Customs and Editorial.All those discovering, maintaining, and preserving American motorcycle history deserve a very special place in all bikers’ heart. Dale Walksler is since 1993 the founder/curator/restorer (with crew) of the Wheels Through Time Museum, home of world’s premier collection of rare American Vintage Motorycles located in beautiful Maggie Valley, NC. Being at the helm of an […]
Aluminum iPhone Cases To Endure The Biker Lifestyle.
Published by June 24th, 2010 in Accessories, Customs and Editorial.Hundreds of iPhone covers are available with a few more released every day. It goes from cheap plastic shells to fake and real carbon fiber to wood and even precious metals like gold, silver and platinum.. But as far I know, none specifically conceived with the biker lifestyle in mind. You know, something strong enough […]
From a 1915 Cyclone To a 2010 Psyclone. Half A Million Dollars Saved.
Published by June 23rd, 2010 in Builders, Customs and Editorial.Frederick Fortune is a graphic designer, a motorcycle hobbyist whose taste about brands goes from vintage Harley to classic Norton to Cyclone…But a 1915 Cyclone Racer like the one on the top picture, the fastest motorcycle of its time (50 horsepower at 5,000 rpm, 111 mph) will set you back at least 1/2 million dollars because […]
Free 40th Anniversary Custom Chrome CD Catalog Gets You 10% Off Your 1st Order
Published by June 23rd, 2010 in Customs and Editorial.In these times there are no small economies. My retail readers should know that when they order the free 2010 Custom Chrome Catalog on CD they automatically receive a coupon good for 10% off their first online order (over $199) via the CCI eStore. When placing your order just enter the coupon code at time […]
Soon An All American Sport Tourer?
Published by June 22nd, 2010 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.Is it a good time to launch a new motorcycle manufacturing company? Is there a market for an a new All American Sport Tourer? Partners Lee Conn (Health Care Industry background) and Brian Case (former developer and designer of the Confederate Wraith) believe so. In 2008 they incorporated Motus Motorcycles (motus means motion in Latin) and polled bikers […]
New And Interesting. Scratch Free Black Brake Rotors.
Published by June 22nd, 2010 in Brakes, Customs, Editorial and Wheels.On May 28, I posted about a company called Ray Gun using a technology called Atomic-Forged process (exotic metal ions bombarded on components) to create unprecedented levels of hardness, wear and corrosion resistance on your motorcycle brake rotors. These rotors are supposed to remain beautiful and scratch free for the lifetime of your motorcycle. And […]
Did you ever wonder why so many old school motorcycles and cars have Spanish names? Even when the machine is American? Even when you are custom builder not living north or south of the border (of Mexico)? I have some answers but I am curious to see if some of you have convincing explanations. Anyway, […]
New Motorcycle Spring Leaf Forks From The Past
Published by June 20th, 2010 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Suspension.Back to the popular Spring Leaf front end assemblies of the 1920’s and 1930’s. These ones are a reproduction of the Kiwi-Indian reproduction model and will look good and work on many styles of bikes, boardtrack, bobber or chopper. These new forks are manufactured using only the finest modern materials. Custom swaged 1-piece, 1 ¼” […]
