It is Biketoberfest downtown. It’s Destination Harley in Ormond Beach. The place, where, in addition of visiting again & again the largest Harley-Davidson dealer in the world (make me think of a department store), you can also meet with the major vendors and builders of the industry. Of course, I don’t go to buy. I […]
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Biketoberfest 2007. Stopping By Disney Harley.
Published by October 17th, 2007 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.Breaking News. California Dealers can Sell and Install Aftermarket Parts on New Bikes
Published by October 17th, 2007 in Builders, Customs and Editorial.Just received from DealerNews this very important info for Califormians… California dealerships will be able to sell and install approved aftermarket parts on new motorcycles at the time of purchase, before the bikes are delivered to customers, starting Jan. 1. The new law signed in early October by Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger changes existing anti-tampering rules ordering that […]
15th Annual Rat’s Hole Biketoberest Show Is October 20
Published by October 17th, 2007 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.What’s new, what’s cool, what’s weird will be once again on display during the 15th annual Biketoberfest Rat’s Hole Show this Saturday October 20. If you are a show participant you already know that you are going to line up starting at 7 AM. If you are a spectator, arrive soon (I recommend at 10.30 AM) because […]
A Chopper To Raise Money For MDA
Published by October 16th, 2007 in Builders, Customs and Editorial.This chopper was built in memory of Mattie Stepanek, the child poet whose messages of peace & hope was spread around the world through his prime time TV appearances on Larry king, Oprah and several poetry books. The bike, signed by celebrities, will be auctioned with the proceeds going to the Mattie Fund. The funds […]
You can show your dark side with these new wheels from RC Components. They are called Eclipse because during one….everything is pinch black. Striking visual effect is created by the use of black powder coating contrasting with raw metal. They are available in the most common sizes. Black powdercoating is now available for all the […]
All your switches can be right under your fingers..Grip Ace™ is a revolutionary new patented motorcycle grip switching system with electronic module. The Grip Ace™ allows the rider to clean up the handle bars and maintain positive control of their motorcycle, while activating turn signals, headlights, starter and accessories. Works on all types of motorcycles; […]
Brittown. A New British Motorcycle Documentary
Published by October 14th, 2007 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.You are now familiar with Scott Di Lala & Zach Coffman, the duo I introduced to you when they directed and produced the acclaimed documentary called Choppertown. They just shot a new film called Brittown featuring vintage Triumph & BSA motorcycles (oh, yeah) and master English bikes racer and master mechanic Jeff "Meatball" Tulinius from the shop Hell On […]
Puerto Rico Passes The Strictest Motorcyclist Laws
Published by October 13th, 2007 in Builders, Customs and Editorial.From Rogue, our ‘Freedom Fighter’, this A.M.A. information regarding motorcycling in the US territory of Puerto Rico. “A measure recently signed into law by the governor of Puerto Rico will require riders to wear not only a helmet, but also gloves, boots, and long pants. After dark, riders must wear a reflective vest, and the […]
Killer Style Pedals
Published by October 12th, 2007 in Accessories, Controls, Customs and Editorial.I fell in love with these classic Primo BMX pedals that I see very well on a next project. They are specially constructed to still allow platform rotation. Excellent support to replace your tiny pegs and very cool as a kicker pedal. Adaptors are6061 aluminum with 3/8" or 1/2" […]
Harley’s product development center is located in a steel-and-glass building tucked behind the company’s manufacturing plant in Wauwatosa. Company executives review designs and prototypes in a large conference room called "the bunker" The bunker’s tall glass windows have motorized shades to keep prying eyes from getting even a glimpse of bikes that might not be […]
Motorcycle Accidents. Sport Bikes Versus Cruisers
Published by October 10th, 2007 in Builders, Customs and Editorial.Sport bikes have the highest death rates among all types of motorcycles, according to the Highway Loss Data Institute. Drivers of these high-performance racing motorcycles are being killed nearly four times as often as people who drive standard models, a new insurance study shows. Motorcycle deaths in general have skyrocketed from 2,116 in 1997 to […]
S&S Cycle 50th Anniversary Celebration With 50 Bike Builders.
Published by October 9th, 2007 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Engines.On June 26-29, 2008 motorcycle industry history will be made as 50 of the best-known custom bike builders in the world come together in La Crosse Wisconsin, to support the S&S 50th Anniversary celebration. And while they will be there to support S&S, every builder has plans to with the $50,000 Grand Prize by taking […]
Bad To The Bones Arlen Ness Wheels
Published by October 9th, 2007 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Wheels.Like a conventional wire spoke wheel these new billet spoke wheels consist of a rim, center hub and spokes but that¹s where the similarities end. Every component is machined from 6061-T6 billet aluminum and bolt together similarly to an automotive 3-piece wheel. In order to put up with the abuse many riders place on their […]
Spike TV Signs Custom Builder Jesse James For 2-Year Contract
Published by October 8th, 2007 in Builders, Customs and Editorial.Spike TV and custom motorcycles builder Jesse James signed a 2-year deal for multiple Specials & Pilots for the network. Over the two-year deal, Jesse James’ company “Payupsucker Productions” will produce two specials and two primetime pilots that will air per year. The deal also includes the pilot, "Metal Church," a do-it-yourself series showcasing James’ […]
Daytona Biketoberfest 15th Edition
Published by October 8th, 2007 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.Should I remind you that the 15th edition of Biketoberfest is October 18 to 21? Hey, I was there during the 1st edition and didn’t miss one of them. It was a time when you didn’t have to make an hotel reservation, room prices were low and cops were friendly with loud pipes. Maybe this 15th edition is […]
I had the opportunity before to introduce you to the W8LESSROTORS these very light weight Metal Matrix Composite Brake Rotors. What’s new? The company went to DOT testing and it was discovered that they stop 55% quicker than DOT requirements. And for your pleasure, these rotors can be ordered with carriers and blades in many […]
Cyril Huze Is 1 Year Old And Number 1 Motorcycle Blog
Published by October 5th, 2007 in Builders, Customs and Editorial.It was one year ago that I uploaded my 1st post telling you about my desire to create a Blog where I could share with you news, tech-tips, thoughts and all other things related to my passion for custom motorcycles. A web place allowing publication on a whim, when the mood strikes, when the influential people talk, […]
I love when my readers send me weird pictures related to the motorcycle industry. Some I cannot publish for reasons you can imagine. Some, like this one coming from Asia has to be seen by all my readers. I consider this "motorcycle" a very good example of creativity even if it ranks at the lowest level […]
Eisenmenger, attorney for custom builder Billy Lane has asked a judge to throw out blood alcohol results in his DUI manslaughter case. Lane is accused of driving drunk and killing Gerald Morelock when he hit the motorcyclist in September 2006. Lane’s attorney has filed motions asking that the blood samples not to be allowed as […]
Here is the new work of French Custom Builder Bertrand Dubet from Odyssey Motorcycles. Not much info yet on this new piece of rolling art. Here what I know. Stainless steel frame, 3D billet girder front end, fuel and oil tank were all hand fabricated by Bertrand. Engine is 147 cu from Ingenuity Motors. Automatic […]
Kustomwerks Wants To Dress Up Your Bike
Published by October 3rd, 2007 in Accessories, Chassis, Customs and Editorial.Kustomwerks is a national distributor of after-market motorcycle parts and among other goodies they carry a full line of “Wild Cards” fenders and gas tanks. Theirheavy-duty front fenders are made from 0.080" (14 gauge) steel and are formed in one piece for added strength. The company states that […]
Journalist Adrian Blake Launches A Virtual Motorcycle Talk Show
Published by October 2nd, 2007 in Builders, Customs and Editorial.Adrian Blake is a journalist who has interviewed many people in our industry, included your favorite motorcycles blog writer. And of course he knows that when we have to answer questions about our motorcycle obsession, we talk and talk and talk again… (Especially me). So, Adrian decided to create “Ride” a brand new live talk show […]
Roland Sands Exhibition At Big Twin West
Published by October 1st, 2007 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.Big Twin West and Cycle World International Motorcycle Show will exhibit “The Art of Function,” a collection of custom bikes from Roland Sands Designs. Since entering the custom-building scene in 1996, Sands has pushed the envelope with his custom projects and centered his bike builds around the concept that form follows function. By weaving together […]
Steven Tyler Launches Red Wing Motorcycles
Published by September 28th, 2007 in Builders, Customs and Editorial.It had to happen. Steven Tyler, lead singer of Aerosmith, is around bikes since a long, long time. In collaboration with AC Custom Motorcycles, he launched Red Wing Motorcycle Company. Imbued with Tyler’s sense of style, each motorcycle is positioned as being as comfortable to ride as it is sexy. “You get on one of […]
New Exhaust System By PMC
Published by September 27th, 2007 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Exhaust.PMC (Precious Metal Customs) extends its line of exhausts with this model called Shank. Like all other exhausts of their line they are made of Stainless Steel and polished to a high shine. Stainless naturally goldens after being run but can always be returned to a high chrome-like finish with a little polishing. One great feature, […]
V-Twin Expo 8th Edition Is February 2/3/4, 2008
Published by September 26th, 2007 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.The Cincinnati V-Twin Expo was created with the intent to be the Dealers Only Trade Show focusing specifically on the V-Twin industry. During 7 years it has been the must place to visit to see the best products, to see and learn from the leaders who set the latest buying trends, to speak directly to the manufacturers, […]
