Because of their old times and warm feel, brass parts are available everywhere ready to give your bike the sought-after retro look. But none look as refined – or precious – as the ones offered by Italian designer Kustom Tech. These knurled grips are machined from billet brass with a satin finish, fit 1″ handlebars, […]
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High End Brass Motorcycle Parts
Published by February 17th, 2010 in Controls, Customs and Editorial.From Hubless Motorcycle To Hubless Bicycle
Published by February 17th, 2010 in Builders, Customs and Editorial.Don’t know for sure where these mechanical engineering students got their inspiration, but I can guess and you too… They were 9 working on the project, had one semester to build something original and functioning to deserve to major in their specialty. Much more time and manpower than any builder completing a full blown hubless […]
Big Dog Motorcycles New $21,000 Chopper
Published by February 16th, 2010 in Builders, Customs and Editorial.Last Friday I published the unofficial picture taken at the Indianapolis Dealer Expo. Today, Big Dog Motorcycles officially announces the upcoming introduction of its lower price model based on its popular chopper-style platform. Simply called the Big Dog Chopper and available in May, 2010, this new model is marketed as a high-style, high-quality Big Dog […]
Rooster Custom Cycles Acquires Perse Performance
Published by February 16th, 2010 in Controls, Customs, Editorial, Suspension and Wheels.You remember Perse Performance and its line of high end billet aluminum triple trees, front ends, controls and wheels. As a matter of fact I was distributing their parts. Then, a long 5 years silence… So, I was intrigued when I found out at the V-Twin Expo that a company called Rooster Custom Cycles was […]
Spanish Custom Motorcycle Scene
Published by February 16th, 2010 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.Don’t hear much about the Spanish Custom Motorcycle Scene. Two weeks ago was the Iberian Bike Week with local builders competing in the AMD Spain Championship Of Bike Building to win a trip to the World Championship in Sturgis this coming August. Quite a few strange machines among the 60 registered competitors. The big winner, […]
New Garmin Zumo 220 GPS Device for Motorcycles
Published by February 16th, 2010 in Accessories, Customs and Editorial.When it comes to GPS device most people think about cars. As a matter of fact the sales of GPS devices conceived for motorcycle use is getting huge. Of course, bikers have a different set of needs, of course robustness and water resistant. This new Garmin Zumo 220 GPS can even endure fuel splashes and […]
Kilby Deuce Handmade Motorcycle Parts
Published by February 15th, 2010 in Builders, Controls, Customs, Editorial and Electrical.Here is a a very good address for some very cool handmade parts that you will find nowhere else. They are quite original and go from handlebars to license plate mounts, from fittings and bungs to fuel gauges and valves to bolt-on and weld-on risers. Call Marc at: 757 620 9538 Kilby Deuce
Liquid Illusions Motorcycle Art
Published by February 14th, 2010 in Customs, Editorial and Painters.Long time I didn’t introduce you to a new painter. Darren Williams originally from Boston moved to St Louis in 1990 where he started his career as an illustrator and a part time painter at his stepfather’s body shop. He started Liquid Illusions in 1999 and during these last 2 years has painted a lot of […]
Jay Leno Greens His Big Dog Garage
Published by February 14th, 2010 in Customs, Editorial and Videos.Performance Machine New “Platinum Cut” Style Wheel
Published by February 13th, 2010 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Wheels.Roland Sands designed, and of course machined and sold by Performance Machine, this new “Platinum Cut” style is pushing the envelop regarding the level of detailing you can add to a custom motorcycle wheel. You already know about the “Contras Cut” look originally introduced by PM . Now the “Platinum Cut” brings some more refinement […]
Big Dog Motorcycles Introducing A $21,000 Chopper Today At The Indianapolis Dealer Expo.
Published by February 12th, 2010 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.You remember the letter of Sheldon Coleman, CEO of Big Dog Motorcycles, that I published on January 6th. In it, he explained the reasons why Big Dog Motorcycles decided to skip last weekend Cincinnati V-Twin Expo and instead took the decision to exhibit its line up at the Indianapolis Powersports Dealer Expo. Well, the show […]
Paughco Powdercoated 40-Spoke Chrome Wheels
Published by February 12th, 2010 in Customs, Editorial and Wheels.Want to sell more spoke wheels? Powdercoat them (rim & hub) in the 2 basic colors than bikers love. Works well on new old school style bikes. Each Paughco rim and outer portion of the hub is powder coated, while spokes and inner hub section are fully chromed. For the front you can order in […]
Tonight. Paul Teutul Jr. Says Good Bye And Makes A Life Changing Announcement.
Published by February 11th, 2010 in Builders, Customs, Editorial, Events and Videos.Matt Chun, digital publicist of the “American Chopper” series, just sent me an email to remind me you that the end has come for the TV show. Tonight, Paul Teutul Junior. gathers the family together (without Dad) and makes a life changing announcement (can you guess?) This Thursday evening February 11th on TLC at 9 pm EST / 8 pm […]
Licks Cycles Custom Hand Pinstriped Biltwell Motorcycle Helmets.
Published by February 10th, 2010 in Accessories, Customs, Editorial and Painters.The helmets are from Biltwell. The custom pinstriping or leafing (silver or gold) is hand drawn by some of the best in the business selected by Licks Cycles. They fit the Kustom Kulture lifestyle and you should own at least a couple for yourself and your gal and another couple to decorate your bachelor pad. […]
Michael Lichter Sturgis 2010 Motorcycle Art Exhibition
Published by February 10th, 2010 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.Last Saturday at the V-Twin Expo, photographer Michael Lichter announced the theme of his next art exhibition in Sturgis at the Buffalo Chip. The exhibit will focus on the explosion of interest and the passion for custom motorcycles seen over the last 30-years. Named “Eternal Combustion – 30 in the Wind”, it poses the question, […]
First Run For The New Ilmor Viper Motorcycle 152″ V-Twin Engine
Published by February 10th, 2010 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Engines.Ilmor announced that they have successfully run the first prototype Ilmor Viper Motorcycle Company engine on the dyno ahead of schedule and are already seeing promising results. Ilmor have been working on the design and development of the updated Viper Motorcycle 152 cubic inch V-Twin engine since October 2009, as part of the manufacturing agreement […]
Ultima Belt Drive For Harley-Davidson Dyna Models
Published by February 9th, 2010 in Customs, Driveline and Editorial.As you noticed by the number of posts I already published, open belt drive systems find their place in more and more bike models, in many widths and designs. This latest release comes from Ultima Products, a company already offering an old school 2″ primary belt drive system for Harley Dyna (left picture).
Renegade Wheels Launching Budget Priced R2 Series
Published by February 9th, 2010 in Customs, Editorial and Wheels.Sign of the times, customization gets a little bit cheaper. Renegade Wheels offers a new line-up of motorcycle wheels starting at a very appealing price of $899.00. And as you can see by looking at the Racine model, affordable doesn’t mean looking cheap. The Racine looks very good to me with its 9 fluted spokes, […]
Easyriders 2010 V-Twin Awards
Published by February 9th, 2010 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.Each year during the V-Twin Expo, Easyriders Magazine announces its V-Twin Awards. Below the list of the 2010 winners. Lifetime Achievement Award: Bruce Rossmeyer. Industry Leader Of The Year: Holger Mohr, Custom Chrome Inc. Bike Of The Year: Victory Crossroads. Metric Bike Of The Year: Honda Fury. Cruiser Of The Year: Harley-Davidson Dyna Wide Glide. […]
American Chopper Reality TV Show. It’s Over On February 11th.
Published by February 8th, 2010 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.The “dysfunctional” Teutul family had a fabulous TV series run. And now it’s over. The Learning Channel just announced that it has canceled the show with the season finale started last Thursday and the last episode airing February 11 at 9pm (8pm central). What appears to some as an abrupt decision was expected by many […]
World’s Most Powerful Production Motorcycle
Published by February 8th, 2010 in Builders, Customs and Editorial.You are looking at the latest very exclusive motorcycle released by small manufacturer Vyrus from Rimini, Italy. Named the 987 C3 4V this very light weight bike (only 339 pounds) is able to produce 211 hp from its Ducati-sourced 1198cc V-twin engine, boosted by the presence of a supercharger and proudly carries the title of […]
Narrow 2″ Open Belt Drive For Harley-Davidson Shovelhead Models
Published by February 7th, 2010 in Customs, Driveline and Editorial.Just released by Belt Drives LTD. this new black 2″ open belt drive kit is specifically designed for owners of 1970 to 1978 Shovelheads. It’s sold complete with a new guard, complete clutch assembly with a bearing lock-up pressure plate, proprietary Kevlar clutch, rear clutch cover and mini-starter housing, Suggested retail price for the complete […]
New Rear Wheel Set Up For Your Harley-Davidson Touring Motorcycle
Published by February 7th, 2010 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Wheels.This is Glenndyne Design’s newest release featured at the V-Twin Expo this weekend (booth 2424). It’s called the “SET UP” and is a direct bolt-on rear wheel for Harley-Davidson touring models to match their line of internal brake front wheels. The company built a solid rear wheel, hub , pulley and rotor then drilled it […]
Although snow and ice created difficulties for some Dealers to access Cincinnati, this 1st day of attendance at the V-Twin Expo was pretty good. I will report in the next days about what I have seen, and for now will just make the remark that I was surprised by the number of new wheels (designs […]
New Retro 30’s Kiwi Indian Custom Motorcycle
Published by February 6th, 2010 in Builders, Customs and Editorial.I always say that a client should select his Custom Builder like he would select any top expert, like deciding on a Surgeon. After thoroughly checking his references and spending a lot of time talking to him. After that, trust him at 100%. Let him do his work and never challenge him. He is the […]
Ok, it’s not about women or motorcycles, but curves are curves, and curves are always sensuous. Got this book in my hands and I absolutely loved it. And these car designs – gas tanks, fenders and louvers – could be a great inspiration for your next bike project. Photography is superb and writers for each […]
