The only think that I – and many of you – will regret is that these beautiful solid brass exhaust tips are available only for 1 3/4″ pipes. Probably because most all vintage and most new “old school” bikes use exhaust systems with this OD size. Who is going to be the 1st to offer them […]
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Michelin Launches The Lightest Sports Motorcycle Tires Ever
Published by April 13th, 2010 in Customs, Editorial and Events.Michelin, the French giant motorcycle tires manufacturer just announced the world premiere of its “Power Pure” series, described by the company as the lightest sports motorcycle tires in its category. As a result of the decreased weight, Michelin says the Power Pure tires offer “unmatched handling with greater responsiveness and enhanced riding pleasure.” They are […]
Cole Foster Super 70’s Flashback Chopper
Published by April 12th, 2010 in Builders, Customs and Editorial.This is the other custom bike commissioned by Custom Chrome to commemorate their 40th Anniversary. This one built by Cole Foster from Salinas Boys Customs whose assignment was to build a 70’s chopper as period correct as possible. In addition to some one-off custom parts fabled by Cole himself, like the handlebars and sissy bars, […]
Customizing Your Harley-Davidson Dyna With A Little Help From Fred Kodlin
Published by April 11th, 2010 in Builders, Chassis, Customs and Editorial.New from fellow German Custom Builder Fred Kodlin, a series of new sleek and dark parts for Dyna models, including the raw looking “Street Bob”. Wide tire rear tire still being popular with the Harley crowd, Fred designed this smooth lines 240 mm fender with integrated fender struts (delivered in raw finish). It’s a bolt-on […]
TT Motorcycle Races Black Isle Helmet.
Published by April 11th, 2010 in Accessories, Customs, Editorial and Events.More than 100 years on and thrill seekers still venture to the Isle of Man every summer for the same reason the gentlemen of 1907 did, the Tourist Trophy, more commonly known as the Isle of Man TT. Current lap record on the roads of the Britain island is a staggering 131.578 mph… To honor […]
Eco-Friendly Concept Motorcycle. Not So.
Published by April 11th, 2010 in Builders, Customs and Editorial.It has a futuristic John Deere design, including a tractor style seat. And I see nothing in it making it eco-friendly. Conceived by designer by Michael Smolyanov somewhere in Russia, the author states that the materials to be used will not be toxic or unnatural. Really? And how the wheels turn? I can tell you […]
Best Quality Bates Style Seat. Black, White or Your Color.
Published by April 10th, 2010 in Customs, Editorial and Seats.Can’t find an original 60’s iconic Bates seat, even on eBay? Dislike the cheap copies sold everywhere? Finally a Bates style seat looking like the original but of better quality? A couple in Australia have been obsessed with producing an accurate reproduction in all the same original configurations from the small size 9″ x 13″, […]
Since it’s quite a few years that I abandoned the use of any desktop type computers for the use of laptops (only MacBook Pros), I no more use a mouse and don’t need any mousepad. Still, when I found out about these 1/8″ rolled burnished steel pads, I thought that they were looking very cool […]
Riding Fun In The Carolinas. 2nd Annual Big Mountain Run May 19/23rd
Published by April 9th, 2010 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.Sponsored by Cycle Source Magazine and the Limpnickie Collective, a new Big Mountain Run is scheduled for May 19th through the 23rd, 2010. Organizers are keeping last year’s Gypsy run almost exactly the same. Wednesday May 19th participants will meet at Tilley’s Harley-Davidson in Statesville, NC from where we they will leave at noon for a two-day tour through […]
New Motorcycle Central Brake Wheel System
Published by April 9th, 2010 in Brakes, Builders, Customs, Editorial and Wheels.This one coming from Italy by a company called Brakko. Better than a long speech, and although titles are in Italian, this very good video animation clearly explains how it is conceived, installed and disassembled. Your thoughts? (I know, music sucks)
Are We Ready For The Inevitable Motorcycle Industry Rebound?
Published by April 9th, 2010 in Builders, Customs and Editorial.During the last 20 years, Harley-Davidson did a magnificent job at fullfilling the needs and wants of the rebel inside all of us. In the mid 80’s, with a brand symbolizing the American dream of independence and freedom, Harley-davidson was able to seduce a still young generation of “Baby Boomers” who embraced their image and bought […]
New Arlen Ness Engraved Wheels
Published by April 8th, 2010 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Wheels.These beautifully engraved wheels are one of the four new styles introduced by Ness for 2010. All new Ness wheels are supplied with hubs, sealed bearings, properly sized bearing spacer, races, seals and necessary hardware. To make the buying process even easier, Ness has included the proper hub adapter for every application with each wheel […]
Auto Sensing Motorcycle Exhaust Baffles. What’s That?
Published by April 7th, 2010 in Customs, Editorial and Exhaust.It’s a biker life reality. New Noise regulations in many states require lower sound levels from motorcycles. In many cities new noise ordinances are already in effect and are being enforced. Rocky Mountain Performance thinks that they have resolved (part) of the issue by allowing your aftermarket pipes to produce noise levels that will quiet […]
New White Wall Tire Sizes Coming Soon. From Vee Rubber.
Published by April 6th, 2010 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Wheels.If there is somebody who has complained a lot to manufacturers about the lack of choice for sizes of white wall tires, it’s me. Coming from Vee Rubber, the giant manufacturer from Thailand, expect to see the arrival of new white wall tires in sizes we need since a too long time. For sure, a […]
Based on a 1969 Triumph TR6R (650 cm3), I love this minimalist bike built by Jeremy Heuer, a mechanic usually working on dirt racer bikes. Another proof that Triumph is probably the easiest and most affordable platform to go from stock to a beautiful custom hardball (3″ frame extension, 2.5″ drop) using only a few […]
I love This beautiful chopper named “Walton”, one of the last weekend’s top 5 winners in the “Freestyle Class” Of the AMD European Championship Of Bike Building in Mainz.
Paul Teutul Jr. Facing Paul Teutul Sr. In A New TV Series?
Published by April 4th, 2010 in Builders, Customs and Editorial.It seems that cameras could very soon roll again, this time simultaneously in 2 places, Paul Junior & Paul Senior respective shops from where they would face each other. Building bikes? Can it be that TLC realized that the lawsuit opposing father and son could be the plot they needed to reactivate viewers interest? Anyway, […]
Custom Chrome 40th Anniversary Speedway Harley Bagger
Published by April 2nd, 2010 in Builders, Customs and Editorial.As I reported before, this Harley Bagger is one of the 2 customs that Custom Chrome commissioned to celebrate its 40th Anniversary. Built by Kirk Taylor from Custom Design Studios, I had the opportunity to check it out while I was at the Dealers Expo in San Jose, CA. This bike showcases what can be […]
New Wimmer Ultra Sucker Air Cleaner
Published by April 2nd, 2010 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Engines.Wimmer Custom Cycle specialty is intakes and this “Ultra Sucker” air cleaner is the latest addition. It is designed to work with all American V-Twin motors, both with carburetors and fuel injection systems including DBW. Wimmer states that it provides better airflow, so increasing engine performance. CNC machined in the US and offered either in […]
I think it’s quite beautiful. This Indian Chief Trike is a joint project between Hannigan Trikes and the Indian Motorcycle Company. As Indian states “an awesome example of beauty and beast.” I am told that it took a great deal of time in development and engineering. And I believe it. Sweet, and for now it […]
The Story Of The World’s First 30” Front Wheeled Harley-Davidson Bagger
Published by April 1st, 2010 in Builders, Chassis, Customs, Editorial and Wheels.Last January, when I published the stated first 30” wheel, it provoked a lot of passionate comments in my Blog . Both regarding its size and the tire necessary to dress it. Controversy amplified when I informed you that its first use will be as a Bagger front wheel. Like many professionals, I had the […]
AMD European Championship Of Bike Building
Published by March 31st, 2010 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.During last weekend Custom Chrome Europe Dealer Show in Mainz, Germany (show 12th edition and company 40th anniversary) 119 custom motorcycles were competing in the AMD European Championship Of Bike Building. Top 3 winners get a free trip to Sturgis to compete in the World Championship. I hope to feature some of these bikes very […]
Custom Softail Harley Trike In A Box
Published by March 31st, 2010 in Builders, Customs and Editorial.This Softail is sold as a kit or as a turnkey package as pictured and comes complete with Independent Suspension, trike chassis, main body which includes trunk lid, hinges and remote operated latch and carpet, custom seat, rear fenders, rear taillights, and license plate frame. Custom options consist of matching spoke wheels with tires, Vance […]
New Stretched Motorcycle Bags And Fenders. The Way Harley-Davidson Makes Them.
Published by March 30th, 2010 in Chassis, Customs and Editorial.Harley-Davidson makes its touring bags out of ABS (PPO/PA Plastic). Most after-market companies make theirs out of fiberglass and some out of carbon fiber.
“He Who Dies With The Most Toys Wins”. Even when riding wearing a full-face helmet and sunglasses Brad Pitt can’t escape the paparazzi. Which is a way for us to keep track of the number of custom motorcycles he keeps in his Hollywood Hills home. The latest one looks like a Jesse Rooke Customs (to […]
Sometimes, looking in my digital files, I find a motorcycle that I forgot to feature when it appeared on the custom scene. This one last year at he AMD World Championship Of Bike Building. Not my style, but some of you like the “radical over the top” look. What will surprise you is that it […]
