The latest iteration of the beloved Big Twin is proving to be a stout motor that responds well to hop ups and a sound flogging, making it a favorite of S&S Cycle. One of the components S&S was not happy with is the plastic tappet guides that could potentially let tappets twist under high RPM […]
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High Performance Tappet Cuffs for 2017-18 Harley Milwakee-Eight Models
Published by January 27th, 2018 in Customs, Editorial and Engines.2018 Harley-Davidson “Battle of the Kings”
Published by January 25th, 2018 in Builders, Customs and Editorial.The “Battle Of The Kings” is this year a competition between 250 authorized Harley-Davidson dealers from 21 countries wishing to show their skills at customizing a factory Harley with a strictly enforced budget of $7350 (€6,000). The list of models for this year’s contest is limited to the Street 750, Street Rod, Iron 883, Forty-Eight, […]
Dressing In Gloss Black The Harley Milwaukee-Eight Engine
Published by January 25th, 2018 in Accessories, Customs and Editorial.New Gloss Black Precision Engine Covers from Kuryakyn take blacked-out Milwaukee-Eight® power plants deeper to the dark side. Now available in smooth gloss black, Precision covers serve as an extension of the Milwaukee-Eight’s design language, enhancing the sinister look of Harley-Davidson® “Special” and CVO Touring models, as well as the Gloss Black Engine Cover Kit […]
Motor Bike Expo 10th Anniversary In Verona, Italy (January 18-21) Part 4
Published by January 24th, 2018 in Builders, Customs and Events.Gloss Black Screamin’ Eagle Heavy Breather Elite Air Cleaner Kit
Published by January 23rd, 2018 in Customs, Editorial and Engines.Make the new Gloss Black Screamin’ Eagle Heavy Breather Elite Performance Air Cleaner Kit (P/N 29400285, $399.95) the custom centerpiece of a blacked-out Harley-Davidson powertrain. This high-performance intake from Harley-Davidson® features a forward-facing filter element that flows huge volumes of clean air. The low-profile cast elbow and the oval cross-section element combine to hug the […]
Motor Bike Expo 10th Anniversary In Verona, Italy (January 18-21) Part 3
Published by January 22nd, 2018 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.They traveled from as far as Indonesia to show their work. Brought yo you from builders from all over the world, below is a non-exhaustive selection of the best custom motorcycles exhibited last weekend on the floor of the 2018 Italy Motor Bike Expo (photos @ H. Roesler for C. Huze)
Motor Bike Expo 10th Anniversary In Verona, Italy (January 18-21) Part 2
Published by January 20th, 2018 in Builders, Customs and Editorial.It’s one of the biggest motorcycle events of the year and recognized by the custom motorcycle industry of utmost importance for Custom Builders wishing to be introduced to the public or confirmed by the press. A few postcards of the event.
Jesse James Built A President Trump 45-Caliber Pistol
Published by January 19th, 2018 in Accessories, Builders, Customs and Editorial.You know him as a custom motorcycle builder, a show personality and reality star (motorcycle Mania, Monster Garage, etc), maybe also as a participant in 2009 of the NBC show The Apprentice presented by Donald Trump, and now as a gunsmith at JJFU (Jesse James Firearms Unlimited) where he creates gorgeous custom pistols. His latest […]
Harley-Davidson Brass Collection
Published by January 19th, 2018 in Accessories, Customs and Editorial.Hypercharger ES Available For All 2018 Softail Models
Published by January 18th, 2018 in Customs, Editorial and Engines.Kuryakyn’s Hypercharger™ ES, the latest chapter in the near 30-year history of the iconic air cleaner, is now available for the entire 2018 Harley-Davidson® Softail® lineup. Preserving its signature hot rod blower styling, the Hypercharger ES represents substantial updates in design, technology and performance. collection. The Hypercharger ES’ state-of-the-art electronic throttle response butterflies eliminate vacuum-triggered […]
Harley-Davidson Round Bar End Mirror. Left.
Published by January 17th, 2018 in Controls, Customs and Editorial.Bar end mirrors were used a lot of original Café Racers for a very streamlined look. This H-D setup provides a clean appearance when compared to traditional mirrors. The round convex mirror plugs into the end of the handlebar to extend beyond the hand grip for an improved field of view on the bike equipped […]
The Reaper wheel. A bad boy wheel probably bought by those building a very radical Bagger. 6061-T6 aluminum rotary forged billet wheel. 6061-T6 aluminum hubs. CNC machined in-house. Available in chrome, black & machined and custom colors. Matching rotors, air cleaners and pulleys. Available in 16”, 18”, 21”, 23”, 26”, 30” , 32”. By Sinister […]
First Turbo-Charged Indian Scout
Published by January 15th, 2018 in Builders, Customs and Editorial.Unless you are a pure drag racer, all of your riding will be off-boost. So, why use forced induction (turbochargers or superchargers) in a new Indian Scout motorcycle? Especially if you consider the legal authorized carbon dioxide limits and the difficulty of fitting a turbocharger in a small bike like the Scout. As a matter […]
An unusual design working well with all types of custom bikes. Features a full SMD-LED circuit board which works as running light, brake light and number plate illumination through a window on the underside. The Big Fin lamp mounts directly with two studs to all flat surfaces or with an optional bracket. LED bulb. Diameter […]
Clamps are for all stock Harley-Davidson “Glide” model applications using 1 inch handlebars. Offered in polished aluminum or black The matching billet aluminum 5 inch tall Dog Bone Risers are available separately or bundled with the clamps. Shipping anywhere in the continental USA for $10. Online at Ken’s Factory USA.
Spinning The Old School Way
Published by January 11th, 2018 in Accessories, Customs, Editorial and Wheels.Nothing more old school than wheels equipped with spinners. Machined from billet aluminum, they fit all aftermarket spoke and billet rear wheels. Available in polish aluminum or polish and brass for wheels until 1999 and 2000 and Up. At Kustom Tech
Von Dutch’s Drawings Going Up For Auction
Published by January 11th, 2018 in Customs, Editorial and Events.During the Bonhams Las Vegas Motorcycle Auction on January 25, several of Von Dutch’s drawings are coming up for auction. Von Dutch (real name Kenny Howard, 1929-1992) was one of the most interesting characters of the 60’s and 70’s Kustom Kulture scene He initially rose to fame for his pinstriping skills, but he also built […]
METZELER Has Unveiled The New KAROO™ Street. A Road Tire Performance From An Off-Road Style ‘Knobby’ Tread Pattern
Published by January 11th, 2018 in Customs and Wheels.METZELER extended its highly successful KAROO™ range towards pure road use with the new KAROO™ Street. Delivering excellent road performance, even in wet conditions, the new enduro tire remains aggressively styled, with its knobby tread pattern continuing to provide off-road capability. Owners of adventure, ‘enduro street’ and dual-purpose motorcycles are increasingly looking for sport touring […]
New Rebuffini Radial 4-Piston Brake Calipers
Published by January 10th, 2018 in Brakes, Customs and Editorial.Rebuffini Cycles, in addition to a great looking caliper, researched an advanced technology to improve braking performance. Of course, it includes high quality precision CNC machining and many tests of durability and reliability to obtain an extraordinary product in output and beauty. The perfect rigidity is achieved by a multi-point fastening system, suitable for all […]
Axle Covers For New 2018 Softail® Models
Published by January 9th, 2018 in Accessories, Customs and Editorial.Heartland USA has announced new front axle covers for all 9 of the New 2018 Softail® models. It’s a Simple design, easy to install with no company logo on the covers. No special tool required. The covers install using a threaded rod through the hollow stock axle to attach the right and the left covers […]
If you attentively follow the custom scene, here in the US and abroad, you know that each year the most admired bikes are those looking the most simple to build. As a matter of fact they are the most difficult to conceive, require handcrafting to perfection and always feature at least a couple of little […]
The Classic. First Of Its Kind Motorcycle Helmet Bag.
Published by January 6th, 2018 in Accessories, Customs, Editorial and Videos.A quite elegant and practical solution for your bike helmet when you are out walking the streets instead of leaving it on your bike. You can make use of the cavity within the helmet, the inner pouch allowing you to store your essentials while protecting the inner lining of the helmet and your visor from […]
EZ ON Solo Seats For Ness Winged Gas Tank
Published by January 4th, 2018 in Customs, Editorial and Seats.These seats have been contoured for a perfect fit with the Ness Winged gas tank. Molded from flexible urethane foam for maximum comfort, these seats move the rider back approximately 2” compared to the factory seat. 3/16” ABS thermoformed seat base makes for a perfect fit, and a fully carpeted bottom and rubber bumpers ensures […]
El Dorado 50 State Legal Exhaust System For Harley Milwaukee-Eight™ Touring models
Published by January 3rd, 2018 in Customs, Editorial and Exhaust.S&S Cycle’s new El Dorado performance exhaust system is a 50 state legal Muffler/Header Package for 2017-2018 Harley-Davidson® M8 powered touring models and is ready to hit the streets. Yes, even in California! The El Dorado is a complete system that includes headers and a set of 4.5″ MK45 mufflers fitted with the latest in […]
Did you notice that most of today’s cruisers come with rear foot-pegs but rarely rear floorboards? And many passengers prefer floorboards to uncomfortable foot-pegs… Cobra USA offers these matching rider and passenger floorboards. They replace the stock units and and the rear ones are foldable when not in use. Made either from steel or in […]
The Reinforcer is a 21 inch front wheel that gives a custom look to any late model Harley Touring model motorcycle. Beyond the Reinforcer’s pleasing aesthetics, it was also effectively designed to allow the owner to optimize their factory equipped braking system. This innovative design element saves the buyer hundreds of dollars by eliminating the […]
