Just look in any bike shows or on the street. New Shovelhead engines are extremely popular for looks and speed. The S&S SH 103″ engine is based on the 103″ Sidewinder kit for Shovelhead engines which has been proposed by S&S since 1976! It is only offered in 1970-84 alternator style and is delivered with […]
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S&S Cycles Hot Rod 103″ Shovelhead Engine
Published by January 12th, 2010 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Engines.How To Scotch Brite Your Motorcycle Chrome Parts
Published by January 12th, 2010 in Builders, Chassis and Customs.A lesson in “Scotch Briting” your chrome motorcycle parts for an aged/stainless look, By Dar Holdswoth at Darwin Motorcycles (Brass Balls Bobbers).
Saxon Motorcycles New Corporate Headquarters
Published by January 12th, 2010 in Builders, Customs and Editorial.A lot of companies are still scaling down or closing. So, it’s always good news when a company invests in its future, for example by relocating to a new larger and more modern facility. New Saxon Motorcycles president Mark Borodkin states that “We needed a new location that was more convenient to our customers. The […]
This Weekend. Bikers Life Bike Show During The Italian Bike Expo
Published by January 12th, 2010 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.For my large audience of European readers, just a reminder that this weekend (January 15-16-17) most of the old continent custom motorcycle industry and its fans (last year there was 69,000 paid entries) will meet at the 16th edition of the Italian Padova Bike Expo.
First 3D Motorcycle Wheel In Size 30″
Published by January 11th, 2010 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Wheels.Couture Wheels is stating that they were the first to manufacture 3D motorcycle wheels, the first producing a 26″ wheel and new for 2010 also the first to offer a 30″ size for baggers and custom applications. These wheels are precision engineered forged 6061-T6 aluminum. Professionals will see this new 3D design 30″ wheels at the […]
Florida Motorcycle Expo And Bike Builders Invitational
Published by January 11th, 2010 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.Organized by Florida Full Throttle, this annual event held in downtown Clearwater attracts an average 12,000 bikers from Florida and surrounding states. The event starts on Friday evening January 29th with a VIP party open to the public followed by 2 days of action-packed schedule as well as goodies.
Fine Black & Steel Russian Custom Motorcycle
Published by January 11th, 2010 in Builders, Customs and Editorial.These Fine Mechanics from Moscow didn’t hesitate to make the trip to Sturgis last Summer to prove you that East meets West when people share the same passion for custom built motorcycles.
New Custom Handlebar Switchbox
Published by January 10th, 2010 in Builders, Controls, Customs and Editorial.A cool small part for all builders hating to have some clunky switches on their handlebars, I guess all builders… Of course you can have none, or go for the sanitary look with this little switch box machined from mild steel and that you can weld (you will chrome bars with box later) or bolt […]
Fast Motorcycle Industry News
Published by January 10th, 2010 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.Harley-Davidson Motor Co. said Tuesday that it plans to introduce 12 models to the Indian market in 2010. The models, which include Harley’s Sportster, Nightster and Fat Boy lines, will be available for order starting in April with delivery expected in June. They will be priced from 695,000 rupees ($15,046) to 3,495,000 rupees ($75,666)– Roehr […]
Viper Motorcycle Company Signs Joint Venture With Ilmor Engineering
Published by January 9th, 2010 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Engines.Viper Motorcycle Company, a subsidiary of Viper Powersports Inc. (OTCBB: VPWI) and Ilmor Engineering, Inc., announced today that they have executed the manufacturing agreement outlined in the letter of intent dated October 6, 2009. Viper Motorcycle Company and Ilmor will partner on the manufacture of an Ilmor designed and developed Viper Motorcycle 152 cubic inch […]
Baker Drivetrain To The Rescue Of Baby Boomers. Ready To Launch A 5-Speed Reverse.
Published by January 9th, 2010 in Customs, Driveline and Editorial.During the next 3 weeks I am going to pre-announce some new products to be introduced for the 1st time to the Custom Motorcycle Industry during the Cincinnati V-Twin Expo. New from Baker Drivetrain will be a 5-speed reverse following a popular launch of a 6-speed reverse 2 years ago. The percentage of touring bikes […]
A Little Chopper In Black & Brass Called Re-Cycle.
Published by January 8th, 2010 in Builders, Customs and Editorial.From Santiago Chopper, this new custom bike just shot after leaving the lift to join the street for its first spins. Not a “green” bike but kind of a re-cycled one. A 1994 stock Harley-Davidson engine fitted with Edelbrock Heads and a stock 5-speed tranny of the same year are cradled in a Red Neck Engineering […]
Tricky Air & Billet Front Air Suspension Kit For Harley-Davidson FLH
Published by January 8th, 2010 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Suspension.Tricky Air & Billet Inc. has always been on the forefront of new shock technology with its radical front air suspension systems. Not only for Harley but also for Victory, Honda, Kawasaki, Suzuki, Yamaha models and of course custom applications. New for 2010 is a combo 5-degree raked triple tree with front air suspension forks […]
New Pandemonium Gas Tank
Published by January 7th, 2010 in Builders, Chassis, Customs and Editorial.Evidently for custom applications, this new steel gas tank is setup for the petcock to be installed in the bottom rear to let you run till’ the last drop of gas. A clear fuel hose is used as a gauge and the 2 line fittings are in brass. Capacity is 2.2 gallon and it will […]
Ridley Motorcycle Company Bankruptcy (Suite)
Published by January 7th, 2010 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.Got a little bit confused this morning when I read new court papers filed in Bankruptcy Court of the Western District Of Oklahoma showing that on December 29, 09 Ridley Motorcycle Company filed not only under Chapter 11 but also under Chapter 7 with a meeting of creditors scheduled February 2, 2010. I am not […]
A Letter From Sheldon Coleman CEO Of Big Dog Motorcycles
Published by January 6th, 2010 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.Below the email I received from Sheldon Coleman. “Happy New Year to all!! 2010 is here at last. Personally, I am glad to have 2009 behind us, and am looking forward to all the prospects of a fresh year, with hopefully an improving economy and a more robust industry! As a reminder, we have decided to […]
Wilwood GP-Series 4-Piston Billet Brake Calipers
Published by January 6th, 2010 in Brakes, Builders, Customs and Editorial.Wilwood is a high performance brake calipers and rotors company whose products were originally designed for race and off-road use and now successfully transitioned its braking equipment to street use. All Wilwood products work great, look very good, both reasons why you see them more and more on many custom bikes.
Mystery Of The Jeff Decker Bronze Statue Disappearance Is Solved. Almost!
Published by January 5th, 2010 in Customs, Editorial and Events.When managers of Harley-Davidson of Lindon called police last Saturday morning and reported that friend of the industry Jeff Decker 4-ton metal statue called “Land Speed” was missing (see my original post), quite a few people were smiling, including myself. Not because of the audacity of the theft but because many knew that this piece […]
New Tattoo Wheels By Xtreme Machine.
Published by January 5th, 2010 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Wheels.As you can imagine, due to the overwhelming choice of designs (choosing a wheel is probably the most difficult decision for most bikers), wheel designers and manufacturers are looking for more ways to differentiate their models and let you express your personality. A good example of this approach is a new 2010 series of wheels by XTreme […]
Keino Cycles “Peace & Quiet” Little Chopper
Published by January 4th, 2010 in Builders, Customs and Editorial.If you have the talent any bike can look extremely good with the proper custom treatment. Like this 1973 Harley FX using a Keino Cycles frame (34-degree rake, 3-up), hand fabricated custom gas and oil tanks with the power plant being the original Milwaukee engine boosted to 93″ (Andrews B Cam & S&S E Carb) […]
Billy Lane Using His Skills And Helping Others While In Prison
Published by January 3rd, 2010 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.As expected by those who, like me, know him personally, Billy Lane has turned his prison time into a positive by helping other inmates learn how to weld and working on fixing the vehicles of the Avon Park Work Camp where he is serving a 6-year sentence after pleading no contest to one count of […]
Custom Motorcycle Trends Via Web Keyword Searches.
Published by January 3rd, 2010 in Builders, Customs and Editorial.It’s no secret that the number of keywords queries made in search engines gives you an accurate idea of the interest of web surfers for a certain topic. Many companies, like Google Trends, keep track of all daily keyword searches made around the world with a breakdown going precisely to the number of these searches […]
Baker Drivetrain Softail Synchronous Belt Drive System
Published by January 3rd, 2010 in Builders, Customs, Driveline and Editorial.From its experience with transmission pulleys, Baker Drivetrain realized that steel is the material of choice. (Aluminum pulley teeth never hold up with miles, get deformed creating saggy belts). Same with the clutch basket where steel is the choice material to avoid rattle noise created by aluminum deformed flanks as it can be experienced with […]
Heart Shaped Motorcycle Horn Covers For Breast Cancer Awareness.
Published by January 2nd, 2010 in Customs, Editorial and Electrical.Show chrome, powder coated, pinstriped, red, pink with Breast Cancer awareness ribbons etc, these heart shaped horn covers in high grade 356 AA aluminum will do what they are supposed to do to protect your horn and with a portion of your purchase will help your local Breast Cancer Foundation. Any custom order accepted if […]
New Interesting Eco-Friendly Concept Motorcycle.
Published by January 1st, 2010 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Engines.Eco-Friendly motorcycles are in. Like this low emission V4 diesel engine concept motorcycle with power and range. On the other hand electric motorcycles are still slow, expensive, have a limited range before running out of power, don’t have any engine braking …and don’t have any sexy potato potato sound. Although our big bike manufacturers still focus on the […]
Cycle Kraft New Neo-Retro Motorcycle Floorboards
Published by December 31st, 2009 in Controls, Customs and Editorial.For all Harley-Davidson Big Twins with forward controls, Cycle Kraft just released these new billet aluminum floorboards available in polished or black finish with 9 rubber inserts to provide a good shoe grip. A modern twist on an old classic look. At Cycle Kraft.
