This very special Indian Chief is the 7th production bike made of the 2014 models (the lowest serial number available to the public), in honor of the Jack Daniel’s Old #7. Slightly customized by Klock Werks (pinstriping and leatherwork), it was revealed at the Long Beach International Motorcycle Shows last December and donated to the […]
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Indian Chief Vintage-Jack Daniel’s 7th Production Motorcycle To Be Auctioned Sunday January 18th
Published by January 15th, 2014 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.As minimalistic as possible, this new sleek Defender floorboard design for Harley Davidson from Precision Billet is CNC machined from 6061-T6 aluminum and available in black powder coat contrast cut or show chrome finish. For added benefit, Pyramid rubber has been laid on top for a great grip and comfort. Direct bolt on replacements on […]
I can’t start a feature about this ultra custom FXR style bike without writing a few lines about the original Harley FXR (1982-994) It was the first model that Harley engineers were allowed to conceive (instead of the design department) and the best they could build using the best computer programs of the time. Main […]
Sudco Keihin FCR Performance Carburetor Kits for Harley-Davidson & American V-Twins
Published by January 12th, 2014 in Customs, Editorial and Engines.Keihin FCR Carburetors are used in 4-stroke motorcycle racing for the performance gains they provide thanks to their precise metering, high flowing flat slide throttle design and adjustable accelerator pump for quick response. The motorcycle carburetor experts at Sudco International have put together a complete line of easy bolt-up Keihin FCR 39 and 41mm Performance […]
Harley-Davidson Plug-and-Play Kit Replaces A Boom! Box 4.3 With Bigger Screen And More Features
Published by January 11th, 2014 in Accessories, Customs and Electrical.Ride with the ultimate in ear-pleasing, GPS-guided Boom!™ Box technology by installing the Boom!™ Box 6.5GT Radio Kit (P/N 76000511, $1,799.95) from Harley-Davidson® Genuine Motor Parts and Accessories. This kit is a plug-and-play upgrade for 2014 Harley-Davidson® Electra Glide® Ultra Classic® or Street Glide® motorcycle models factory-equipped with the Boom!™ Box 4.3 infotainment system. Features […]
Built in a garage by an Austrian engineer who never did any serious professional custom bike building before, this beautiful 1976 CB250 was bought on eBay for less than $400. Of course, price was justified by its terrible condition. But the result you see proves that with time, patience, method and the desire to learn […]
Corbin New Solo & Pillion Seat For Harley-Davidson Softail Breakout Models
Published by January 8th, 2014 in Customs, Editorial and Seats.Corbin’s seating platform conforms to the shape of your body for maximum support and more square inches of body contact. Corbin’s neutralized seating also helps to curb sliding in the saddle which greatly reduces rider fatigue. Inside, the solo and pillion are built up with exclusive Comfort Cell® foam for a firm, supportive ride that […]
Don’t laugh as I did when I met a friend holding the Knuckle iPhone Case. It will not fit very well in your front or back pocket. Or if it does, it may make you very uncomfortable. A fashion accessory that the real bikers will want? Probably not, although you may see a few during the […]
New Ledrie Line of Harley Davidson Saddlebags
Published by January 7th, 2014 in Accessories, Customs and Editorial.Ledrie is a new line of saddlebags in high quality beautiful dark brown sanded leather and finished with a beige lining and chrome buckles. The saddlebags lineup is available for several Harley models, Softail, Dyna, all Sportsters including Sportster 48. To enhance the durability and water resistance all our leather undergoes a special treatment, with […]
The goal of drag racing is pretty basic. Cross the quarter mile first and snag a lower elapsed time (E/T) than your opponent. But the crew at Thunderbike Customs is paid by the hour, not per second that their clients may save while racing a friend on the autobahn. Of course, their work is mainly […]
About 10 years ago Ness introduced the patented Big Sucker™ air cleaner. This new series of air cleaners is using the same technology, but improves it thanks to an inverted filter. This technique maximizes air flow by pulling more air from the face instead of the sides, the traditional way most of today’s air cleaners […]
Color-Matched Inner Batwing Fairing For Project Rushmore Harley-Davidson Models
Published by January 4th, 2014 in Chassis, Customs and Editorial.This kit replaces the original Equipment matte black inner fairing and creates a brilliant contrast to the gauge faces and accessory chrome instrument bezels. Each kit includes the inner fairing, fairing cap and Jukebox door. Finished in factory-quality paint to match all 2014 Original Equipment colors offered on Harley-Davidson Street Glide®, Electra Glide® and Tri-Glide® […]
An Urban Thumper Named Tomahawk. A 50 Hours Job.
Published by January 3rd, 2014 in Builders, Customs and Editorial.The “Tomahawk” is a good example of a custom 2-wheel machine that youngsters can afford and love to ride to fight urban traffic. This one built in Sidney, Australia by a small shop called Gasoline Customs, and based on a cheap to buy Yamaha SR 400, Japan’s biggest selling motorcycle for over three decades. So, […]
Moving Mirrors Up And Out For Better View Around Tall Rider Shoulders
Published by January 2nd, 2014 in Controls, Customs and Editorial.Keep an eye on your tail with the new Harley-Davidson Mirror Extension Kit (P/N 56000039 Chrome, P/N 56000042 Satin Black; $54.95) from Harley-Davidson®. This extension repositions the motorcycle mirror approximately 2” outward and 1” upward to give tall riders a clear view past their shoulders. Easy to install, the extensions fit a wide selection of […]
Victory Fuel Injection Tuning Made Simple
Published by January 2nd, 2014 in Customs, Editorial and Engines.Many Victory owners customize their bikes with new pipes or slip on mufflers and often an aftermarket high flow air cleaner. And of course it requires that to richen the fuel mixture to cool the engine down and increase power. What is a simple task on carburetor equipped motorcycles (rejetting) can be more tricky when […]
Online Auction Of An Autographed Indian Chieftain Fuel Tank
Published by January 1st, 2014 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.The Indian Motorcycle Engineering, Design and Development team as well as Scott Wine – CEO of parent company Polaris – have come together to create a unique piece of history in hopes to raise awareness and support for Twin Cities YMCA Youth Intervention Services. They all autographed an original 2014 Indian Chieftain gas tank on […]
Limited Edition Custom Derby Cover For Sportster 48
Published by January 1st, 2014 in Accessories, Customs and Editorial.Precision Billet makes many replacement derby covers for all Harley models, but only one specifically for the Harley Forty-Eight. The company states that cutting the 48 number on a solid block of T6061 Aircraft Grade Billet Aluminum piece with for a cover with virtually no flat surface requires over 90 minutes of CNC machining… Available […]
2014 Buffalo Chip’s Student Build Challenge
Published by January 1st, 2014 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.The Buffalo Chip’s groundbreaking Student Build Challenge is returning for its fifth year. 2014 is the first year the students customize a brand new motorcycle, a 2014 Harley-Davidson® Street Glide sponsored by Black Hills Harley-Davidson. At event kick-off, Student Build Challenge mentor Keith Terry, explained that this will pose a new set of obstacles for […]
Ape Hangers Extended Cable-Line Install Kits For 2014 Harley Sportsters.
Published by December 31st, 2013 in Controls, Customs and Editorial.You already know that installing narrow glide ape hangers on a Harley Sportster is a very popular customizing option. And if some of you refrained to do it it’s because they don’t feel comfortable at swapping their electrical wiring and cables for longer ones. 2014 Sportsters are even a bigger challenge because the most recent models […]
New For 2014. Vintage 4-Piston Brake Calipers By Performance Machine.
Published by December 29th, 2013 in Controls, Customs and Editorial.Inspired by the design of the dual-action cast brake caliper that Performance Machine was manufacturing in the 70’s, for 2014 the company is launching a new vintage style 4-piston front caliper. Inside, Performance Machine proven 4-piston internals. Outside, CNC-machined fins give the caliper its vintage style while keeping the caliper cool and providing optimal braking […]
Groundbreaking Helmet Outfitted With Heads-Up Display, GPS and Rear-View Camera To Be Launch In 2014
Published by December 27th, 2013 in Accessories and Customs.The Skully’s P1 helmet was unveiled to rave reviews. It features cutting edge technologies incorporating: patent-pending intelligent a Heads-Up Display (HUD) system that places relevant data just outside of a rider’s line of sight, a GPS and a 180-Degree Rearview Camera that captures the full panorama including rear and side-to-side visibility for increased rider awareness […]
New Harley-Davidson Tour-Pak® Organizer With Multiple Storage Pockets
Published by December 26th, 2013 in Accessories, Chassis, Customs and Editorial.Find your stuff faster with the new Premium Tour-Pak® Lid Fitted Lining with Organizer (P/N 53000392, $159.95) from Harley-Davidson® Genuine Motor Parts and Accessories. Designed specifically to fit the Tour-Pak® luggage on 2014 Harley-Davidson® Touring motorcycles, the lid liner features a soft-touch black-felt finish to reduce noise, and convenient storage pouches to keep smaller items […]
Shotgun Gear Shift Linkage For Harleys
Published by December 26th, 2013 in Accessories, Customs and Driveline.These shift linkages are made out of billet aluminum for the rod part with polished stainless aircraft quality rod ends. Available in chrome or black anodized for Harley Sportsters 2004-up ($99.95) and Softails & Touring models 1986-up ($149.95, transmission lever included) At Landmark Manufacturing.
Zombies Taking Over Your Motorcycle
Published by December 25th, 2013 in Controls, Customs and Editorial.Like in a fictional horror movie, Zombies are taking over your motorcycle, all possible parts down to your brake pedal. Thank Kuryakyn for this Zombie invasion offering many Zombie accessories so you can carry this theme throughout your bike. Featured here the brake pedal pad, shift peg and floorboard. The Zombie brake pedal pad fits: […]
Misfit Industries New 8”, 12” and 14” Handlebars For Cruisers And Baggers
Published by December 24th, 2013 in Controls, Customs and Editorial.These handle bars are a swedged tubing where they step down to 1” diameter for the factory hand controls. They are set up for both Fly by wire throttle or cable applications, and are also set up for heated grips as well. The Misfit Street Rage Bar 12” (top picture) comes in chrome or black. […]
Full Metal Jacket. Steel Metal Masterpiece.
Published by December 23rd, 2013 in Builders, Customs and Events.I met for the 1st time custom builder Yuri Shif in 2010 when he became that year AMD World Champion Of Custom Bike Building in the Metric Class category with his Ural Dragster. The short man from Belarussia got a lot of metal fabrication skills and quite a few wild ideas that his pretty blonde […]
