You ride a bagger and are always looking for ideas to make the long ride more comfortable. What about her riding behind you? I am pretty sure she would appreciate these armrests offering convenience in a compact package. You can install them on 1997-2014 Harley touring models and trikes equipped with a King or Ultra Tour […]
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Stealth Passenger Armrests For Touring Harley Models
Published by September 24th, 2013 in Accessories, Customs and Editorial.Tribute To The Motorcycle Digger Style And To Its Original Builders
Published by September 23rd, 2013 in Builders, Customs and Editorial.Although Bob McKay at McKay Cycle Creations has been customizing and building one-off motorcycles since 1969, he never built until now a Digger bike, a style extremely popular at the time he began his career in the motorcycle industry. When it was not a Chopper, the ultimate custom bike of the 70’s was a Digger. […]
Hand Made Old School Motorcycle Seats
Published by September 21st, 2013 in Customs, Editorial and Seats.The most frequent requests I get in my email mailbox is regarding good addresses for painters and custom seat makers. Well, if you are looking for a one-off saddle made the old fashion way (methods and tools), contact Paul Witcherman Not a beginner, since 1977 he creates upholstery for motorcycles, scooters, street rods, classics and […]
Star Bolt Build-Off. Vote For The Best Of 10 Customs.
Published by September 20th, 2013 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.10 custom builders were invited by Yamaha to customize their 2014 Star Bolt. You can vote for your favorite, go back to the page to see how many votes were given to your preferred Star Bolt. This build-off will winner will be announced at the Star Motorcycles display at the AIMExpo in Orlando this coming […]
New S&S Cycle 3-Piece Flywheel Assemblies. Because You’ve Got To Be Strong To Go Fast…
Published by September 20th, 2013 in Customs, Editorial and Engines.S&S Cycle just announced the release of a new series of high performance and replacement flywheel assemblies for 1999 and later Harley-Davidson Big Twins and S&S T-Series engines. These new 3-piece flywheels feature mainshafts that are integrated into the flywheel forgings (eliminating two potential points of weakness) and larger 1.671” diameter crankpin. Although this design […]
Custom Motorcycle Builder Jeremy Cupp Of LC Fabrications Shares His Bike Building Philosophy
Published by September 19th, 2013 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Videos.
This Weekend. Annual Brooklyn Invitational And Indian Larry Grease Monkey Block party.
Published by September 19th, 2013 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.A lot to do and see this weekend in Brooklyn, NY. The 5th Annual Brooklyn Invitational starts this coming Saturday September 21st at 3 pm until midnight at the Root Studios 131 North 14th street with live music and custom bikes (see list of invited custom builders after the jump. A Dice Magazine party is […]
2014 Harley-Davidson CVO™ Road King
Published by September 18th, 2013 in Builders, Customs and Editorial.The 2014 premium bagger has been refined by Project RUSHMORE, a customer-driven effort by Harley-Davidson to enhance the riding experience in a number of areas. The 2014 CVO™ Road King®, receives a host of new blacked-out components, including the handlebar, controls, mirrors, powertrain and covers. New extended saddlebags wrap around the mufflers, and a new […]
Not the first time that I publish motorcycles made out of old watch faces and movements. But this time, when Mike Nuriel contacted me to show me his one of a kind pieces, I asked him about his background and how he got involved and became so passionate about giving a new life to old […]
Custom Rear Body Kit For Harley Breakout Model
Published by September 17th, 2013 in Chassis, Customs, Editorial and Seats.The Harley-Davidson® Breakout® motorcycle was introduced in March of this year as a long low-slung Softail® model whose main features are a chopped wide rear fender wrapping a very fat 240 mm rear tire visually balanced with thick forks… I love it when an official Harley-Davidson dealer – through its custom division – jumps very fast […]
Have You Ever Tried Motorcycle Gaskets Made Of Molded Rubber Over Steel?
Published by September 17th, 2013 in Customs, Driveline, Editorial and Engines.Gaskets are not not the sexiest parts of your motorcycle and not the easiest for me to talk about to interest all of you. But those who are professionals or tinker in their garage know that all gaskets are not born equal. Which makes the difference between no-trouble leak proof components from first installation to […]
UK Finest Custom Builders At This Weekend Bike Street Heroes Magazine Extreme Bike Show.
Published by September 17th, 2013 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.For all my readers in the United Kingdom, a reminder that this coming weekend September 21-22nd, Back Street Heroes Magazine is holding its 1st BSH Xtreme at the internationally-renowned Donington Park raceway in the heart of England. Some of the finest builders with their most extreme motorcycles have accepted to participate. The weekend activities will […]
Unbreakable By Thunderbike Customs
Published by September 16th, 2013 in Builders, Customs and Editorial.You all remember PainTTless, the awesome ultra radical vintage racer style custom bike (with a Sportster Iron engine coupled to a WLA HD transmission) built by Thunderbike Germany and sacred World Champion at the 2012 Sturgis Championship Of Bike Building. A work of 2-wheel art so perfect, aesthetically and mechanically, that I really wondered how […]
S&S 55th Anniversary Commemorative Black Carburetor Kit Still Available For 99-05 Big Twins
Published by September 15th, 2013 in Customs, Editorial and Engines.This commemorative S&S Cycle 55th Anniversary limited edition black carburetor is already sold-out for 1984-1999 Big Twins, but a few remain available for 1999-2005 Big Twins (models E and Super G with manifold) They feature a specially machined venturi for up to 7% more flow and a distinctive black Enduraguard® coating that not only looks […]
Chef Creates Model Motorcycles Out Of Lobsters
Published by September 14th, 2013 in Builders, Customs and Editorial.In his restaurant, Taiwanese Chef Huang Mingbo cook lobsters, but hate to see the shell of the expensive delicacy being discarded. To the amazement of his customers and friends, he uses every last inch of the crustacean to “build” model motorcycles. Each model is very detailed, even including mirrors and license plate numbers. No word […]
New Harley-Davidson Extreme Billet Air Cleaner
Published by September 13th, 2013 in Customs, Editorial and Engines.The new Screamin’ Eagle Extreme Billet Ventilator Air Cleaner Kit (P/N 29400163 Chrome, P/N 29400164 Cut Back Black; $449.95) offers a detailed cover for the proven Screamin’ Eagle Ventilator filter element. The machined billet aluminum cover features high-end detailing with exposed hex-shank chrome fasteners and heavy-gauge stainless steel wire mesh inlays. Available in Chrome or […]
Biker Belles® Charity Event Featured On Velocity “All Girls Garage” TV Show
Published by September 13th, 2013 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.The Biker Belles® event and auction to raise money for charity held on Aug. 6, 2013 at the Sturgis Buffalo Chip® featured a custom built motorcycle by moto-celebrity Jessi Combs and donated by Bruce Rossmeyer’s Daytona Harley Davidson. The highest bidder twas Pat Simmons of the Doobie Brothers who gifted the custom bike to his wife […]
The New Deus Customs Shop In Venice Beach California.
Published by September 12th, 2013 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Videos.Several times I have featured very cool bikes built by Australian shop Deus Customs. And now they have a new shop in Venice Beach, CA with Michael ‘Woolie’ Woolaway chosen to oversee the bike building. A visit and interview…
Adjustable Touring Rack From Harley-Davidson. Push Two Buttons For 50 Percent More Rack Surface.
Published by September 11th, 2013 in Chassis, Customs and Editorial.The Adjustable Two-Up Luggage Rack (P/N 50300044 Chrome, P/N 50300076 Gloss Black; $399.95) from Harley-Davidson® Genuine Motor Accessories® features telescoping side extensions that expand the width of the rack from 12.75 inches to 18.75 inches. To accommodate a wide soft bag or duffle, press the buttons and slide out the side extensions to increase the […]
Indian Motorcycle Parts And Accessories
Published by September 11th, 2013 in Builders, Customs and Editorial.They were already available at time of New Chief pre-orders on August 3rd! A line of premium material parts and finishes to personalize your Indian Classic, Vintage or Chieftain. Of course designed for perfect fit but also for seamless integration with the iconic Indian look and heritage. At your Indian Dealer.
New REVO Coil Suspension For Harley FL Touring Models By Legends Suspension
Published by September 10th, 2013 in Customs, Editorial and Suspension.Designed specifically for all FL touring models. the all-new REVO coil suspension uses Legends Touring spring rates to produce superior ride quality and performance. The company states that their spring rates produced in extended lengths provide a larger “sweet spot” with minimal pre-load adjustment. Carrying a passenger or changing between different riders weights and loads […]
Hiro Koiso Racing Gets 3 Land Speed Records At 10th Annual Bonneville BUB Speed Trials
Published by September 10th, 2013 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Videos.The Las Vegas based Hiro Koiso Racing team made a big comeback on the salts of Bonneville. It succeeded in getting 3 new land speed records to include 2 AMA national records – 3000-MPS-PBG class 210.646 mph (339.001 km/h)*, 3000-MPS-PBG class 214.342 mph (344.950 km/h)* and a FIM world record of 214.653mph (345.450 km/h)* in 3000cc partially streamlined class. […]
Was it the most rad bagger in Sturgis? Judges of the “Baddest Bagger” bike show thought so. Love it or like it, at least you must acknowledge that this creation from Canadian Azzkikr Custom Cycles has the merit of originality among a sea of custom tourers with most featuring over molded bodywork, over loaded audio […]
Las Vegas BikeFest. Less Than 4 Weeks to Go.
Published by September 9th, 2013 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.If you love Las Vegas, the 13th Annual Las Vegas BikeFest is coming in 22 days, the weekend of October 3 to 6. The party will kick off at the Vendor Village at Cashman Center which opens up at 12:00 noon on Thursday, 10/3. You can pick up your registration package at The Golden Nugget, […]
New From S&S Cycle. Super Stock Crankcase For 2007-2014 Harley Davidson Touring Models
Published by September 8th, 2013 in Customs, Editorial and Engines.Now owners of 2007-í14 Harley-Davidson touring models can replace worn or damaged crankcases, or build a really large engine with S&S crankcases. Oil line conversion kit required. Currently available for touring models only. Stock looking, but with stronger and thicker wall sections, superior 356-T6 aircraft grade aluminum, TimkenÆ sprocket shaft bearing, and a tough powder […]
American Motorcycle Racing Legend Kenny Roberts To Be The Face Of Inaugural AIMExpo In Orlando October 16-20.
Published by September 7th, 2013 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.The Marketplace Events Motorcycle Group, producer of The American International Motorcycle Expo (AIMExpo) is announcing that racing legend Kenny Roberts will join in the celebration of the inaugural show October 16-20, 2013 at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, Florida. As “AIMExpo Champion,” Roberts will play a key role in the festivities of the […]
