James Rice’s wife told him “I have a lot of old spoons but don’t want to throw them away. Do something creative with them” Jim being talented with his hands, and frustrated of not having enough time to build himself a custom chopper, got the idea to use all the extra spoons to create miniature […]
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Handmade Spoon Motorcycles By James Rice
Published by February 17th, 2016 in Customs, Editorial and Merchandise.Nomad Rear Fender Skirts To Go From Harley Bagger To Cruiser And Back
Published by February 16th, 2016 in Chassis, Customs and Editorial.The Nomad Fender Skirts allow you to change the look and function of you Harley-Davidson from touring cruising and back in less than 5 minutes. Just remove your bags and bolt-on the skirts then remove the skirts and re-install your bags. No modifications are required on 2014 and up Harley tourers (will also fit 1993-2013 […]
Fully customizing a classic and turning it into a new timeless motorcycle is not an easy feat. In his New Hampshire workshop, Walt Siegl hand builds performance motorcycles only using classic design elements and mostly rejuvenated parts, trying to privilege and keep the style and beauty of a past era. So much that the final results […]
These knurled models are the newest addition to the existing line Lowbrow Customs grips The knurled bands encircling this timeless design have been designed to allow the proper channeling of sweat from your palms when white knuckling around the track or putting along through the desert. Knurled Motorcycle Grips look at home on cafe racer, […]
Victory Launches The Magnum X-1 Stealth Edition. The Loudest Audio System Bagger In The Industry.
Published by February 13th, 2016 in Builders, Customs and Editorial.Victory is shattering the sound barrier with the new 2016 Magnum X-1 Stealth Edition powered by a 200-watt 10-speaker surround sound audio system. Loaded with custom features such as billet wheels, a monochrome paint scheme featuring color-matched components and LED lighting, plus a MSRP that’s $1,000 lower than last year. Availability is limited, with dealers […]
S&S Cycle Says Thank You To All Of You. Now Say Thank You To S&S.
Published by February 12th, 2016 in Customs, Engines and Videos.
Kliphanger Handlebars For Harley, Indian And Victory Motorcycles
Published by February 11th, 2016 in Controls, Customs and Editorial.These Kliphanger Handlebars feature machined “Klamps” allowing the control/grip portion of the handlebar to be positioned exactly where you want your wrists to be. After adjustment, the “klamps” are locked into place with the same technology used on clip-on race bars. Handlebars are offered in several heights and with different pullback styles to fit a […]
The 207 mph V10 Powered Motorcycle
Published by February 11th, 2016 in Builders, Customs and Videos.In the video below you will see the custom bike built by Englishman Allen Millyard in his suburban garage in Berkshire and using a 8.0-litre V10 engine from a Dodge Viper. Don’t ask me why? It has been clocked at 207 mph during a test at the Bruntingthorpe Proving Ground. And if you wonder, it’s […]
Breaking News. Samson Exhaust Is For Sale.
Published by February 10th, 2016 in Customs, Editorial and Exhaust.After a lifetime of motorcycle riding and almost 3 decades of leading Samson Exhaust, the legendary “Godfather of Pipes”, CEO and Founder of the iconic Samson Exhaust, Kenny Price, is looking to ride off into the sunset and retire. Samson Exhaust was officially founded in 1991 with the mission to build great looking pipes that […]
Preview. Indian Scout 240mm Wide Tire Kit By RC Components.
Published by February 10th, 2016 in Chassis, Customs, Editorial and Wheels.Are wide rear tires dead? No. The difference between yesterday’s fat tire excesses and today is that they are now installed when “justified” by looks or purpose. The 240 mm rear tire trend on a Sportster is well and alive (see soon my feature about a new Rick’s kit) And now RC components got the […]
Enter to Win The Official 75th Anniversary Official Daytona Bike Week Motorcycle
Published by February 10th, 2016 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.Each year, the Daytona Beach Community Foundation holds a drawing for the Official Bike Week Motorcycle. The 2016 edition is a fully customized Harley-Davidson with the official 75th Anniversary logo emblazoned on the gas tank. It only takes $50 to enter the drawing. Since there are only 4500 tickets printed, the odds of being a […]
It’s a four-wheeler. But you can expect the 2-wheel version before a long time. This project named the VBB-3 (Venturi Buckeye Bullet) is a joint project of Monaco-based Venturi Automobiles and a group of engineering students from Ohio State University. 33 ft long, 3000 hp for a speed of 372 mph is going to inspire […]
While many other manufactures choose to create their product overseas, Sinister Wheel continues to manufacture their products in-house in Northern California. The Runner wheel design featured here belongs to their Bad Boy Collection and being both very simple and sophisticated in its details will probably be chosen by those looking for a high end looking […]
Driven By Bacon. Hormel Black Label Bacon Fueled Motorcycle.
Published by February 9th, 2016 in Builders, Customs and Editorial.Not a joke, but still a joke motorcycle although it runs well…on bacon grease (about 85 miles per gallon of grease). Based on the rare Track T800 CDI motorcycle from Dutch company E.V.A Products, the Hormel bacon-fueled bike features a 800cc three-cylinder diesel engine that’s been modified to run on 100% biodiesel, which is itself […]
Drag Specialties Push-Button Bagger Fuel Door Latch
Published by February 9th, 2016 in Accessories, Customs and Editorial.Is it time to replace the worn out fuel latch on your ride? Enter the Drag Specialties Push-Button Fuel Door Latch available in chrome or gloss black, these latches include the door spring hinge pins needed for easy installation on 1992-2015 FLT/FLHT/FLHX/FLTR/FLHTCUTG models. Suggested retail price is $29.95. For more information, go to Drag Specialties […]
Harley Turbo Street 750 By Japanese Master Kaichiroh Kurosu
Published by February 8th, 2016 in Builders, Customs and Editorial.When Harley-Davidson asked 5 Japanese Custom builders to participate to a Street 750 build-off, I am pretty certain that the manufacturer expected mild to wild makeovers, but not one out of this world. Well, builder Kaichiroh Kurosu went very far beyond all expectations, creating from the Street platform given to him a completely new motorcycle […]
Gauge Accents for Harley-Davidson Batwing Fairings
Published by February 7th, 2016 in Accessories, Customs and Editorial.Now available from Bahn™ are two additional enhancements for ’14-later Harley-Davidson® inner batwing fairings. Sold separately, Bahn Upper and Lower Gauge Accents are machined from 6061 forged aluminum for an elegant custom appearance. The Upper Accent spans the top rider-facing perimeter of the recessed gauges, while the bottom fills the centralized lower portion below the […]
Retro Racer Makeover For The New Ducati Sixty2
Published by February 5th, 2016 in Builders, Customs and Editorial.Inspired by the youth culture of skateboarding, surfing and pop music, the Ducati Scrambler Sixty2 is the most “popular” Ducati Scrambler of all time. Like the American Scout, the Italian Sixty 2 attracts the interest of a lot of custom builders. At last weekend Verona Motor Bike Expo, local builder Mr. Martini (owner is Nicola […]
2″ Open Belt Drive System For Harley Twin Cam Softail And Baggers
Published by February 3rd, 2016 in Customs, Driveline and Editorial.BDL’s new TC2PB-2 and TC2PS -2 Open Belt drive systems feature a 2-piece motor plate design with 2” belt and were developed specifically for use on both Softail and Bagger models from 2007 and up. TC2PB-2 is for the Baggers and the TC2PS-2 is for the Softail models 2007-up. Kits fit 52-69 pulley combinations for […]
Lithium-Ion Batteries By Twin Power
Published by February 3rd, 2016 in Customs, Editorial and Electrical.How many of you have been disappointed by a replacement battery? Length of motorcycle storage, extreme temperature environments, insufficient cranking power for big motors, incorrect fit for your bike model, heavy weight, etc are issues we all have faced. I run this video because it states and demonstrates clearly what you can expect from this […]
New Diamond Black Grips Add Dark Custom Texture To Harley Street Motorcycles
Published by February 2nd, 2016 in Controls, Customs and Editorial.Add some raw, machined texture to a Harley-Davidson Street® 750 motorcycle with the new Diamond Black Collection Hand Grips (P/N 56100142, $89.95) from Harley-Davidson®. The Diamond Black Collection of blacked-out hand and foot controls feature knurled surfaces that expose raw billet aluminum for a dramatic contrast. The satin black finish is designed to wear like denim […]
Custom Harley-Davidson WLJ By Hard Nine Choppers
Published by February 1st, 2016 in Builders, Customs and Editorial.Building and riding the wild custom bikes you build in Switzerland is not an easy gig. Cops know very well what you should never roll in the streets of the Helvetic Confederation. In Bern, the seat of the federal authorities, it doesn’t prevent Danny Schneider from Hard Nine Choppers to be very creative at taking […]
The XKürsion® luggage line has two all-new options that mount on virtually any motorcycle. The XTR1.5 and XTR4.0 Seat/Rack Bags both offer riders plenty of versatile features ideal for short getaways or the everyday commute. XKürsion XTR1.5 Seat/Rack Bag The removable base pad provides a recessed mounting area that coordinates with the contours and widths […]
New CHIZELED LO Handlebar For Harley-Davidson Road Glide Models
Published by January 29th, 2016 in Controls, Customs and Editorial.The new CHISELED LO Road Glide® Handlebar (P/N 55800568 Chrome, P/N 55800569 Gloss Black; $349.95) is a compact Z-bar features a low 9.0-inch rise and a flat drag-bar hand position that puts the rider in an aggressive, tucked-in posture. The 1.25-inch diameter handlebar replaces mitered and welded corners with strong, cast seamless 90° elbows that […]
Former OCC Building To Be Auctioned March 9, 2016. Paul Teutul Sr Facing 1.4 Million Lawsuit.
Published by January 29th, 2016 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.The well known property in the town of Newburgh, New York where Orange County Choppers was building its customized motorcycles will be auctioned on 3/9/2016 at 10:00 AM PST. Starting bid is $900,000 for all the real estate valued at 13 million. OCC surrendered the building that holds its custom-made motorcycles in 2011 to its […]
Les Paul 100th Anniversary Commemorative Custom Chopper At International Motorcycle Shows® in Cleveland
Published by January 28th, 2016 in Builders, Customs and Editorial.The Les Paul Foundation has announced an exhibition of the Les Paul 100th Anniversary Commemorative Custom Chopper built by Count’s Kustoms at this week’s Progressive International Motorcycle Shows (IMS) at Cleveland’s I-X Center beginning Friday, January 29th – Sunday, January 31st. Les Paul invented the solid-body electric guitar, multi-track recording and numerous other recording techniques. […]
