After chrome and the now quite classic gloss black powder coat, Wana-Ryd Motorcycle is offering its popular Adrenaline wheel model in matte black finish. This wheel looks great on stock Harleys as well as on full-blown customs. Simple and clean design that will look just as good in 10 years as it does today! Manufactured […]
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Sturgis Biker Belles Event. Jessi Combs Building Custom Harley To Be Auctioned For Local Charities
Published by July 18th, 2013 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.The Biker Belles event, known as the Sturgis preeminent celebration of women in motorcycling has joined forces with moto-celebrity Jessi Combs of “All Girls Garage” and “Overhaulin’”tv shows to create a custom based on a Harley Davidson Slim model generously donated by Bruce Rossmeyer’s Daytona Harley-Davidson. The 5th annual Biker Belles Celebration, a day of […]
Motorized Bicycle Challenge. The Results.
Published by July 17th, 2013 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.Retro-innovation – pairing classic components with modern technology and contemporary design elements – is a growing trend in consumer products development. Last May Local Motors invited the global community of designers, engineers, fabricators and enthusiasts to design a gas-powered bicycle reminiscent of early 20th Century Board Track Racers and Beach Cruisers offering 130-180 mpg fuel […]
Born-Free 5 Bike Show Winners
Published by July 16th, 2013 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.The 5th edition of the California one-day Vintage Chopper And Classic Cycle Show was held on June 29. Bike show winners were: Builder’s Choice Award (top). Yaniv “Neevo” Evan from Powerplant Choppers with a custom built Harley Panhead engine cradle in a beautiful hand-made chassis. Best Of Show (left): Scott “T-Bone” Jones from Noise Cycles. […]
I wish that many more US official Harley Dealers produce as many customs as their European counterparts do. Can you believe that this feature is again about a creation out of the workshop of German Harley Dealer Thunderbike. This time, the chosen platform was the FCWC Harley Rocker, since day one a very controversial model […]
Performance Machine Introducing 30″ Forged Wheels
Published by July 14th, 2013 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Wheels.Although Performance Machine is not the first wheel company to offer a 30″wheel, you can bet that if they do it’s because they are convinced that they can sell quite a few to custom builders hoping that many will follow the very tall wheel trend. Some will get inspired for their new projects, excited to […]
Details, Details. The Black Gasket For Those Using A Black Primary.
Published by July 12th, 2013 in Customs, Driveline and Editorial.For the detail-oriented riders. Now you can eliminate the silver shadow line visible between a black engine and a black inner primary cover when a standard gasket kit is used. It can be installed any time the primary has been removed for engine service or installation of other accessories. The black gasket is composed of the […]
Patton Cafe Racer. Those Were The Days…
Published by July 11th, 2013 in Builders, Customs and Editorial.The days when in post WWII UK, race-track like arterial roads and transport cafes were built around cities. The days when British motorcycle engineering was about to reach its engineering peak and American music and films had a huge influence on the youth. The Teddy Boys inspired a new subculture of Rockers, Leather Boys, Ton-Up […]
Exclusive. Jesse James Back At The Sturgis Rally With New Custom Parts And Never Seen Before CFL3 Chopper Frame
Published by July 10th, 2013 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.When a few months ago I told you that in 2013 Jesse James will be back on the rally tour, many of you doubted. Well, after years of absence, Jesse James is back in Sturgis with a new line of hand-made parts, fenders and a brand new CFL3 frame for your chopper project. Jesse is […]
Got Premium Luggages. Will Travel…
Published by July 10th, 2013 in Accessories, Customs and Editorial.The new Premium Touring Luggage System (P/N 93300003, $299.95) from Harley-Davidson® Genuine Motor Accessories® features the Touring Bag and an compact Day Bag in a combination that serves the needs of weekend travelers and daily commuters. The 2,400 cubic inch capacity Touring Bag features three zippered exterior pockets and one zippered mesh interior pocket, and […]
Hamsters USA Silent Auction To Benefit Children’s Care Rapid City Is August 5, 2013 In Spearfish During Sturgis Bike Week
Published by July 9th, 2013 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.Hamsters USA, the group whose members share fun friendship around a common passion for custom motorcycles, has planned its yearly silent auction dinner for August 5, 2013 in Spearfish, SD. The Monday event is the single largest get-together of Hamsters during the year. The silent auction held that night is to benefit Children’s Care Hospital & […]
The First Indian Motorcycle Seen Running The All-New Thunder Stroke 111 Engine. The Spirit Of Munro.
Published by July 8th, 2013 in Builders, Customs, Editorial, Engines and Videos.On May 5th, 2013, on a dry lake bed in California, Indian Motorcycle ran the “Spirit of Munro”, an all-metal tribute bike built to honor the great Burt Munro. This is the first Indian motorcycle to be seen running the all-new Thunder Stroke 111. Todd Eagan accepted the challenge of riding the untested bike on […]
A pair of 26″ wheels on any custom bike has the ability to provoke some very strong reactions. Lookin awesome or ugly? Rideable? Show ride or only show bike? “52 Stick” (name of this contraption still not explained to me) was not built only for trophies. Believe it or not it was built and paid […]
Russell Mitchell Releases Today Brand New 50-Page Exile Cycles Parts Catalog
Published by July 7th, 2013 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.You are the first to know. All the parts made by Exile Cycles, including their brand new extensive line of bolt-on parts for a “make-over” of your stock Harley model, are featured in a brand new full 50-page catalog just released today. In it, bike kits, rolling chassis, frames, and all the custom parts you need to […]
Replace A Four-Inch Speedometer With This Multi-Function Gauge From Harley-Davidson
Published by July 6th, 2013 in Controls, Customs, Editorial and Electrical.Add a wide-sweep analog tachometer, a fuel gauge and more information to many Harley-Davidson Sportster® and Dyna® models with this new Combination Digital Speedometer/Analog Tachometer (P/N 70900274, $299.95) from Harley-Davidson®. The lower half of the instrument incorporates a digital speedometer plus a selectable LCD screen that displays fuel level, miles-to-empty, gear-position, odometer/trip meter, or time […]
Corbin Custom Seats For The Victory High-Ball
Published by July 5th, 2013 in Customs, Editorial and Seats.They are called the “Young Gun”, the “Hollywood Solo” and the “Dual Tour” seats. Conceived specifically for the Victory High Ball, a model that deserves more after-market custom parts. Offered in genuine leather (standard on Hollywood Solo) or optional and are ergonomically designed seating for maximum weight dispersion. Each seating area is sculpted for proper […]
To complete their Teardrop Edition Precision Billet Parts just released this new brake lever. Replacing your brake lever on your Harley tourer is a quick bolt-on. CNC milled, available in hard black anodized contrast cut or chrome. Sold with the peg included. At Precision Billet.
Enjoy your day commemorating the adoption of the Declaration of Independence on July 4, 1776. Fireworks, family reunions, concerts, barbecues, picnics, beach activities parades, baseball games, etc … and of course riding. By the way, this helmet is the AFX-72 Stealth Beanie helmet sold in gloss or flat black, featuring a stealthy light silver American flag […]
S&S Cycle’s Power Tune Sport Performance Exhaust For Harley-Davidson® Sportster®
Published by July 3rd, 2013 in Customs, Editorial and Exhaust.No design fancy here. Just the bold drag racing style that many will like. This exhaust system is all about performance with the DynoJet® revealing a power gain of over 12 horsepower and 6 ft/lb of torque over stock when the S&S Power Tune Sport and the S&S tuned induction system were installed on a […]
Morgan To Release New 3-Wheeler Body Styles And New Range Of Engines.
Published by July 2nd, 2013 in Builders, Customs and Editorial.Morgan is happy with the success of its 3 wheelers, both in volume and with the young generation. 600+ units should be sold this year, more than the 4-wheel version. “The company is deciding whether to continue making models on traditional steel chassis or to move to a single platform that could be used for […]
I could not forget to feature this creation because it’s very rare that a sidecar ranks so high in a top custom motorcycle competition like the AMD World Championship Of Bike Building (last May 10-11 in Essen, Germany.) “Pure Vision” by Wildstyle received the 5th tallest trophy in the Freestyle Class regrouping top builders showing their […]
Touring Harley-Davidson Saddlebag Extensions And Accents
Published by June 30th, 2013 in Chassis, Customs, Editorial and Electrical.Want the look of extended bags without the cost of purchasing and painting a whole new set of bags? With Küryakyn’s new Saddlebag extensions you can! These Saddlebag Extensions feature wrap around auxiliary run and turn signal lights with plug-&-play wiring to make installation a breeze. Available in chrome or Gloss black these extensions bolt […]
The Truss Style Shift Lever That Will Not Fail
Published by June 30th, 2013 in Controls, Customs and Editorial.The most common issue with the stock shift lever is stripped out splines or broken cross section. BAKER improved the design of the splines to prevent stripping, and a thicker cross section for a stronger overall designand longer life Made of 303L Stainless Steel Investment Cast with broached splines that won’t strip out. Comes in […]
An iconic wheel design used by many 70’s racers on the track is the inspiration of this new wheel by Roland Sands Design. Machined to be both strong and as light as possible. Featuring the classic 7-spoke race wheel pattern with a smooth rolled lip. Sold with fully sealed deep groove bearings pre-installed. Offered in […]
During the last 3 years, Spain’s economy has been in rapid economic decline with today’s unemployment rate still standing at 27% (the second highest in the European Union after Greece.) You must admire those who in this country are still able to make a living customizing motorcycles working on anything a client may bring to […]
Pin Stripe Series Rear Passenger Mini- Floorboard
Published by June 26th, 2013 in Controls, Customs and Editorial.Roaring Toyz must have realized that they were penalizing their floorboard sales by not selling the matching passenger mini ones. So they rushed to produce the Pin Stripe rear mini boards. They are a simple direct bolt on and will fit all Harley-Davidson Touring and Softail Models that come stock with rear passenger pegs. . […]
