Because so many of you are building a new custom bike in the style of yesterday, the after-market front-end business is in full “Retro-Volution” (I have to trademark this new word)). One more example is this “KnuckleDragger” front end from Lightning Rod Motorcycles. It features double tube style fork legs both for good looks and […]
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Randy Simpson Closing Milwaukee Iron
Published by July 11th, 2009 in Builders, Chassis, Customs and Editorial.When I started my business in 1992, Randy Simpson was one of the first major professional builders of the time that I met. It was during an Easyriders Bike Show in Charlotte, NC. I was displaying one of my bikes on a “James Dean” theme next to him exhibiting his vintage racing looking custom bikes (it […]
How Does The 360 Brake Work? See It In Action.
Published by July 11th, 2009 in Brakes, Customs and Editorial.New Freedom Performance Motorcycle Exhaust Systems
Published by July 10th, 2009 in Customs, Editorial and Exhaust.First, these “Tuck & Under” nostalgic looking upswept motorcycle exhaust pipes looking and sounding very good available in either a chrome-plated or black ceramic coated finish. Each system comes complete with ‘blue-proof’ heat shields, removable baffles and stainless hardware From $749.99 to $789.99. Or if you have a bagger, you know that bigger is better. […]
Art Of The Chopper MotoMuseum Rolls Into Sturgis
Published by July 10th, 2009 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.Tom Zimberoff’s Choppers & Builders Photo Exhibition On Wheels is coming to Sturgis and will be setup at the MonkeyRock during the entire rally. To borrow Tom’s words “come to have a glimpse into a parallel universe populated by the high priests of horsepower, lane-splitting libertarians on the road to perdition […]
Limited Production Aluminum Swingarms
Published by July 10th, 2009 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Suspension.“We machined some swing arms for a local bike builder that went out of business a few years ago. I am contacting you to see if you or your readers might have any interest in them. I realize that custom bikes are unique pieces of art and these swing arms may not fit all of […]
Get a good start on your trike with this all fiberglass 1939 Ford inspired body kit. You can use it on any Harley-Davidson Softail trike conversion. Easy to bolt-on. Sold non-painted at MSRP of $1995 (grille is extra). For info call 813-671-9097 or visit Santiago Choppers.
Ultima Motors Now California Legal
Published by July 8th, 2009 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Engines.California professional and backyard builders have now a new reliable and reasonably priced motor option to make their custom ride C.A.R.B. compliant. Ultima just informed me that their carbureted engines can be sold in the State Of California without you risking big fines… and worse. But I have to mention and underscore that in California […]
Paughco Tapered Legs Springer Front End
Published by July 8th, 2009 in Customs, Editorial and Suspension.Paughco recently unveiled an entirely new collection of their tapered leg Springer front ends. They are offered in sizes ranging from stock to 24” over in increments of 3”. You can order either the traditional Wide Glide with or without the factory style shock, or you can choose Paughco’s popular Narrow Glide chopper design. Available […]
For those of you who don’t know, the Goodwood Festival Of Speed or FOS is an annual hill climb featuring historic motor racing vehicles that is held in the grounds of Goodwood House, West Sussex, England. It was started in 1993 by the present Earl of March in order to […]
No denial that the Arlen Ness Big Sucker SS Kit works very well, increasing your horsepower up to 21%. Few other pleated air filters on the market can match its performance. Filter is pre-oiled, ready for installation and can be washed and oiled again and again. It is jacketed in stainless steel mesh offering an […]
1973 “Beetle Trike’ By Ed Roth
Published by July 6th, 2009 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.An All-American collection of 80 Icons Of Speed and Style and memorabilia is going to be auctioned September 26 at the Petersen Museum in Los Angeles. Particularity for this kind of auctions, all lots are sold without reserve. And even if you don’t intend to bid on this Ed Roth Trike (in very bad shape) jump […]
Jesse James Is A Dead Man. 6th Episode. Baja 500.
Published by July 4th, 2009 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Videos.Jesse James new challenge is to participate…and finish the Baja 500, one of the most famous and dangerous off-road race in the Mexico desert. The race is run May 30/June 1st every year and is 441 miles long with a time limit of 20 hours. Jesse competes in the “Trophy Truck” class and trains in […]
American Chopper’s Paul Teutul Jr. Leaves OCC TV Reality Show For His Own Business
Published by July 3rd, 2009 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.These days, Paul Teutul Jr, helped by his girlfriend Rachel, is mostly working out of his house, launching his new business JR Designs. Yes, he is still making appearances on American Chopper, but mostly is trying to transition to industrial design with Coleman Stoves as 1st client of his new venture. I belong to the […]
New Wave Of Layoffs At Big Dog Motorcycles
Published by July 2nd, 2009 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.Today Wednesday July 2nd, Big Dog Motorcycles laid off over 20 employees. The company is blaming the economy, practically the shrinking of consumer discretionary spending and the lack of retail financing available. Laid-off workers received a severance package. Big Dog Motorcycles, like many other manufacturers, is focusing its efforts to exporting to Canada, Europe, Asia and Australia. […]
Ultima Old School 2” Belt Drive System
Published by July 2nd, 2009 in Builders, Customs, Driveline and Editorial.If you go open belt drive on an old school bike, a narrow belt is an aesthetic must. A narrow belt drive will not only look good but will give you more turn ground clearance and give your bike a more centered weight distribution, obviously improving the balance of your bike. This Ultima belt drive system […]
BMC Choppers Looking For Equity Partner
Published by July 1st, 2009 in Builders, Customs and Editorial.BMC Motorcycle Company is seeking a majority equity partner or merger/acquisition party iable to finance domestic, European and Canadian market expansion. Information can be found on Business Broker under the heading: Manufacturing: Auto and Transportation. With a ten year history and a very recognizable brand. BMC President Greg Rouse tells me that BMC is a […]
B-MAC Mini Air Control For Harley-Davidson Touring Models
Published by July 1st, 2009 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Suspension.More and more products for the comfort of the rider, and specifically more suspension items for the bagger market. Custom Cycle Control Systems adds a new item to its line of chassis suspension. Because accessing and adjusting the rear suspension on an Harley touring bike used to be a difficult task this B-MAC Bagger Mini […]
J&P Cycles Open House Debrief
Published by June 30th, 2009 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.The J&P Cycles Open House celebrating the company 30th Anniversary was a huge success with very conservative final numbers putting the attendance at 22,000 bikers. “We are extremely satisfied with the results of the weekend, both in terms of visitors and sales. We are sure that this will send an important message to the entire […]
Upgrading With The Correct Clutch For An Easy Pull
Published by June 30th, 2009 in Builders, Customs, Driveline and Editorial.I had the issue several times and I know you too. You try to upgrade a stock Harley clutch and you end up with a very heavy clutch pull, making your riding experience very uncomfortable, even painful in long traffic wait and go situations. The reasonyou’re your trouble? The multiplicity of clutch spring combinations confusing […]
Women Wear High Heels. Men Ride Choppers. Same Thing.
Published by June 29th, 2009 in Books, Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.Announcing the first annual Tom Zimberoff’s Art Of The Chopper Photography Exhibition during the Sturgis Rally. As you all know Tom is the man and the lens behind the 2 best-selling hard cover books Art Of The Chopper # 1 and # 2, each featuring about 30 custom choppers from the high priests of custom […]
This Military Custom Bobber Could Cost You Only $10
Published by June 29th, 2009 in Builders, Customs and Events.Dar Holdsworth, Brass Balls Bobbers BossMan has something special for all motorcycle enthusiasts. A chance to win this $30,000 custom Brass Balls Bobbers raffled away on October 15 – 18, 2009 during Daytona Biketoberfest. Sales of tickets raise funds to build an hospital for traumatic brain injuries for the brave men and women in the […]
New 21” Front Fender For Harley-Davidson Rocker Models
Published by June 28th, 2009 in Builders, Chassis, Customs and Editorial.Heartland USA whose specialty is to offer bolt-on innovative design solutions, parts and body kits, to transform your factory Harley into a custom bike just released a new 21” Front Fender for Rockers FXCW and FXCW C. Adding to the already popular 19” front fender offered by Heartland, this fender is designed for when the […]
Jesse James is a Dead Man. 5th Episode. World Figure 8 Race.
Published by June 27th, 2009 in Builders, Customs and Videos.If you’re not aggressive enough, you will be destroyed… It’s the perfect race for Jesse James. Tune in tomorrow Sunday June 28th on Spike TV at 10 pm EST/9 pm C, to see the World Figure 8 Race! You can watch a sneak peek video by going to Jesse James Is A Dead Man “Shoot The Gap”
Smart move from a company called Trask Performance. Relocating the V-Rod gauge cluster from the handlebars to the top of the air box. Not only a much cleaner look but more functionality with a performance attitude. Crafted from rugged, durable fiberglass, the Trask Air Box Cover is a simple […]
New Exhibit Art Of the Chopper From Oct.10 to Jan.10, 2010
Published by June 26th, 2009 in Books, Builders, Customs and Events.Thirty custom motorcycles built as works of contemporary art will be presented in “Art of the Chopper” an exhibition organized by Tom Zimberoff, author of 2 hard-cover books of the same name. at the Appleton Museum of Art in Ocala from Oct. 10 to Jan. 10, 2010. “Art of the Chopper” strives to present motorcycles […]
