For those who opt for non-conformist Bagger style may be interested by the new Defiance Rider Footboard Kit (P/N 50500527 Machine Cut, $429.95*) from Harley-Davidson® Genuine Motor Parts & Accessories. The extended length and sweeping shark-fin curves of these custom footboards maintain a long and lean appearance. Gleaming machine-cut highlights expose shimmering aluminum through a […]
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New Harley-Davidson Defiance Rider Floorboards
Published by October 15th, 2016 in Controls, Customs and Editorial.2016 Daytona Biketoberfest. Postcards From Willie’s Tropical Tattoo Old School Chopper Show
Published by October 14th, 2016 in Builders and Customs.
Fourth Annual American International Motorcycle Expo Headlined By Hundreds of Exhibitors (Part 1)
Published by October 14th, 2016 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.Yesterday morning, the Fourth Annual American International Motorcycle Expo (AIMExpo) in Orlando opened its doors for 2 days of trade show. (Saturday Oct 15 and Sunday Oct 16 are for the general public.) The expo is now located in the north hall of the Orange County Convention Center (OCCC) where 16 OEM and a total […]
Custom Spoke Wheels For Indian Scout
Published by October 13th, 2016 in Customs, Editorial and Wheels.HD Wheels offers a new direct replacement custom wire wheels for all Indian Scout. Specially designed hubs allow 40 and 60 spoke configuration which you can use either with Indian stock or Harley-Davidson brake rotors. These spoke wheels are set to run stock cushioned pulley. C For those of you who want 80, 90, 100 […]
The Rockstar Exhaust System delivers custom style and 2 into 1 performance. The Hi-Flow louver core produces upgraded horsepower gains over stock with untamed, deep, aggressive sound quality. The Rockstar features 2½” heat shields that cover Magna-Black coated, 1¾” stainless steel head pipes. The rotating 3” scallop cut tip allows you to customize your Rockstar […]
Exclusive Interview With Billy Lane About The Inaugural Sons Of Speed Board-Track Racing
Published by October 11th, 2016 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.I spent this Tuesday afternoon at the shop of Billy Lane in Ormond Beach, Florida for the interview below. As soon as I arrived Billy informed me that unfortunately he had to take the decision to postpone the inaugural Sons Of Speed Race due to the effects of hurricane Matthew (see today’s picture of collapsed […]
2016 AMD World Championship Of Bike Building. And The Top Winners Are…(Part 1)
Published by October 11th, 2016 in Builders, Customs and Events.Last Sunday in Cologne, Germany, the competitors participating to the 12th AMD World Championship of Bike Building have voted to elect the new World Champion for the next two years. The overall winner was chosen among those 42 custom motorcycles in the Freestyle class with no fewer than 14 different countries ranked in the top 20. […]
Throttle Rocker To Easily Maintain Speed
Published by October 11th, 2016 in Accessories and Customs.With a Throttle Rocker riders no longer need to worry about maintaining a “death grip” to hold throttle speed. The Throttle Rocker wraps around the throttle grip of your motorcycle, giving you more control when wearing gloves while riding and reducing hand fatigue and cramping. It can be used even if you have cruise control […]
New Front Engine Mount Brackets And Stabilizer Links By Arlen Ness
Published by October 9th, 2016 in Customs, Editorial and Engines.Dressing up your engine belongs to all complete customization jobs. Arlen Ness is launching new Billet Front engine brackets and Stabilizer Links. Billet Front engine Mount Brackets For a final touch when customizing your motor. They are CNC machined from forged 6061-T6 billet aluminum and are a direct bolt-on replacement for the dull factory stamped […]
The Best Custom Motorcycles Competing For World Championship At Intermot In Cologne. October 5-9 (Part 2)
Published by October 8th, 2016 in Builders, Customs and Events.Intermot in Cologne, Germany one of the largest international motorcycle shows is featuring an entire hall dedicated to the custom scene. About 100 exhibitors displaying about 450 motorcycles, and center stage the AMD World Championship Of Custom Bike Building where 90 bikes are competing for the championship ring and bragging rights. Custom bike builders themselves are […]
If necessary, to incite you to ride this weekend… Sponsored by Sailor Jerry Spiced Rum (“bold and smooth as hell” is one of their slogans!), three UK bike building teams set off on their bikes around England on different routes, competing in challenges to ultimately be crowned champions of The Ride 2016.
Correct Trail Built Right Into The Lower Legs When Using A 23” Front Wheel On A Harley Tourer
Published by October 7th, 2016 in Customs, Editorial and Suspension.Battistinis USA teamed up with leading suspension and fork manufacturer American Suspension to develop and build a new style set of lower legs. taking its flair from the 70’s Motocross Inspired era. These ”Leading Axle legs’ feature an axle that is offset over 1 1/2” forward and around 1/2” lower to give a perfect trail […]
Offered in smooth or with diamond or flame stitching for 08-17 FLHT, FLHR, FLTR, FLHX and FLHTCUTG models, this seat feature a molded, flexible urethane foam interior for comfort and an ABS thermoformed seat base to achieve a perfect fit, with carpeted bottom and rubber bumpers for added paint protection. It is wrapped around the […]
JIMS® Sportster Primary Lock Bar
Published by October 7th, 2016 in Customs, Driveline and Editorial.This tool locks the primary drive on Sportster models to facilitate crankshaft sprocket nut removal and installation, along with clutch service. Designed to fit between the engine sprocket and clutch sprocket on 2004-present Sportster XL1200 models. JIMS No. 5520 is made in the USA, features JIMS® lifetime tool warranty, and has a suggested retail price […]
The Best Custom Motorcycles Competing For World Championship At Intermot In Cologne. October 5-9 (Part 1)
Published by October 6th, 2016 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.With around 1,000 manufacturers from around the world and over 200,000 trade visitors, motorcycle enthusiasts and media representatives from more than 100 countries, INTERMOT in Cologne, Germany is an essential event for the entire motorcycle industry. Five days where visitors come to see products launch, are talking engine size and horsepower. The international customizing scene […]
Saddlebag Filler Panels for 2014-2016 Harley Road King And Electra Glide Models
Published by October 5th, 2016 in Chassis, Customs and Editorial.Filling the gap between the saddlebags and the rear fender to hide the exposed rear support brackets is one of the first customization jobs done on Harley Tourers. You can opt for a set of full custom bags where the filler is built-in, but also implying a paint job of these new bags. Or you […]
The Round-The-World Spark Plug Holder
Published by October 4th, 2016 in Accessories, Customs and Editorial.Spark plugs are the business end of the ignition system. And when they begin to fail at igniting the air/fuel mixture you may end up on the side of the road in a remote location with no new spark plugs to be found. You can avoid the frustration carrying this Round-The-Clock (RTR) Spark Plug coming […]
The Snipe. A Brand New Yamaha SR400 With Timeless Appeal
Published by October 3rd, 2016 in Builders, Customs and Editorial.Owner of custom shop Old Empire Motorcycles Alec sharp will work on all types of bikes, without any particular style, but always pursuing the same objective. Build customs that can’t be associated with the trend of a specific period, that you will love to look at today, in 10, 20 or 30 years, etc., that […]
Clutch Kits Now Available from Twin Power
Published by October 3rd, 2016 in Customs, Driveline and Editorial.Twin Power just added a selection of new Clutch Kits to their growing line of aftermarket parts and accessories for V-Twin motorcycles. Made in the USA for Twin Power, these clutch kits offer riders an affordable option that provides stellar performance. “We are excited to add these clutch kits to the Twin Power line. They […]
Rinehart Racing Ships Its First Products For All 2017 Harley-Davidson Touring Models, Including Milwaukee Eight
Published by October 2nd, 2016 in Customs, Editorial and Exhaust.Rinehart Racing, the company born of a NASCAR racing heritage, has completed its first shipment of exhaust systems designed to fit all 2017 Harley-Davidson touring bikes and the Milwaukee-Eight power plant. The Rinehart Racing Slip-Ons feature the performance, sound and style that Rinehart Racing products are known for, as well as the iconic Rinehart Racing […]
New AXEO High Performance Suspension For Harley Dyna Models
Published by September 30th, 2016 in Customs, Editorial and Suspension.Legend Suspensions is introducing AXEO high performance front-end suspensions for 2006 to 2016 Harley-Davidson Dyna FXD models, except FXDWG and FXDF models. They are available in standard 49mm models. The AXEO is claimed to provide an overall improved ride quality with a smoother and more controlled ride. AXEO eliminates front-end dive during aggressive braking and […]
New Tour Pack And Rack Mount For Indian Motorcycles
Published by September 29th, 2016 in Accessories, Customs and Editorial.Dirty Bird Concepts is launching a new Stampede Series Tour Pack and Rack Mount designed to fit your Chieftain, Dark Horse, Classic, Roadmaster, Springfield and Vintage Indian Motorcycle. John Shope’s recent mounting rack allows you to install a tour pack to any Indian model motorcycle (excluding the Scout). Each tour pack comes assembled with your […]
S&S Cycle Complete Cam Chest Kits
Published by September 28th, 2016 in Customs, Editorial and Engines.The S&S Complete Cam Chest Kits combine all of the best components into one perfectly matched package. Kits include Cams, Outer Drive Gears (or chain tensioners) Cam Plate, Tappets, Oil Pump, Quickee Pushrod Kit and all bearings and gaskets needed for installation. Each part is designed to work with everything around it and create optimum […]
Custom Builder Bryan Fuller. Ride With Him To The Barber Vintage Festival In Birmingham.
Published by September 28th, 2016 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.In downtown Atlanta, GA top custom builder Bryan Fuller applies his fabrication skills to everything automotive. This short film about his long time collaboration with Metzeler is a good intro to his work for those who could not know him very well. By the way, Fuller Moto who will be hosting a motorcycle ride for […]
Chrome Turn Signal Extension Switch Caps To Make Signaling Simple
Published by September 28th, 2016 in Accessories, Controls and Customs.These brilliant chrome extended caps (P/N 71500412, $24.95) from Harley-Davidson® replace the stock turn signal switch caps without re-wiring and feature a contoured thumb extension that places the left and right hand turn signal control switches in a comfortable position. Riders can easily reach and activate turn signal switches without repositioning or removing their hands […]
Only One Thing Between You And The Road. The Lightweight Wedge II Fairing For Mid-Sized Motorcycles.
Published by September 27th, 2016 in Accessories, Chassis and Customs.Riders who purchased The Wedge Fairing from Blackmore Manufacturing found it to be a great addition to a mid-sized motorcycle. The frame-mounted design provides a stable ride, excellent wind protection, and storage – all in a compact package designed for a smaller motorcycle. Looking for ways to improve their product, the builders and designers of […]
