Illusion Motorcycles is introducing a Street Fighter style quarter fairing for Dynas. Designed specifically for Dual Headlight models, this fairing provides a sleek sinister look while deflecting air flow from the bar area up. The fairing is precision fabricated for a straightforward installation using factory Harley-Davidson brackets. Currently available exclusively from Illusion Motorcycles, it is offered […]
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Street Fighter Quarter Fairing For Dual Light Harley-Davidson Dyna Models
Published by March 5th, 2013 in Chassis, Customs and Editorial.Exclusive. Big Bear Choppers Launching New Titanium Model And Preparing A Line Of Custom Parts For Harley Sportsters
Published by March 4th, 2013 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.You all know the story of custom motorcycles manufacturer Big Bear Choppers. Going from boom to bust, then restarting a new business life as “Rage Hard Choppers” (Simon Scott), now the new owner and manufacturer of the BBC brand. After resolving all the legal and commercial issues that have heavily weighted on Big Bear Choppers’ image […]
New Race-Inspired Screamin’ Eagle Billet Air Cleaner Kits From Harley-Davidson
Published by March 1st, 2013 in Customs, Editorial and Engines.Harley-Davidson offers Screamin’ Eagle Kits ($349.95) in two cover styles for Touring and Trike Models. They are engineered to increase engine air flow. The forged billet aluminum cover and a perforated screen fit over a washable, pleated element that provides the ideal combination of efficiency and engine protection. A cast back plate with integral breather […]
Harley Sportster Trike Conversion Kits
Published by March 1st, 2013 in Builders, Chassis, Customs and Editorial.Why would you want to turn a Sportster into a trike? Because you own one, loves it, getting older? and would enjoy all the benefits that having a third wheel can provide… Paughco is offering Sportster trike conversion kits that have been packaged so that they can be assembled in one shot or in stages […]
Dual Power Source On Your Bike For Your Digital Devices
Published by February 28th, 2013 in Customs, Editorial and Electrical.Another USB charging solution for all those who can’t live 1 minute without their digital device(s) This one is a dual plug because you carry and need at all times at least a fully charged smart phone and a music or GPS device or iPad or… Featuring two USB ports and 2.1 amp output to […]
Should I promote Chinese parts when they are knock-offs of the originals made elsewhere? Of course, not. Should I promote all custom builders wherever their work is produced? Evidently, yes. You are looking at one of the creations of one of the most reputable motorcycle shops in Beijing, China opened in 2011 and called Bandit9. The […]
Race Style Hand Levers For Harley Sportsters
Published by February 27th, 2013 in Controls and Customs.Sportsters are making a huge come back, especially with youngsters who often opt for a racy customizing look. For them. these black 5-hole,drilled levers are perfect and are a bolt-on for front brake and clutch levers on 1996 to 2003 Harley-Davidson XL For sale MSRP $49.99 at Lowbro Customs. (warning: very few in stock)
Harley FXR Redesigned Corbin Chin Spoiler
Published by February 26th, 2013 in Chassis, Customs and Editorial.Designed to integrate the lines of the FXR into the bottom end for a more visually streamlined look, Corbin’s spoiler flows over the frame downtubes and features a large duct, specifically designed for proper engine cooling. Fits all Harley FXR chassis’ without any frame modifications. Designed to work with stock FXR foot controls, it also […]
Icon sells armored riding apparel and helmets. Ural builds rugged sidecar motorcycles able to endure the worst roads and weather conditions. And when both companies collaborate for a custom bike project, the result is what you are looking at. The Donor bike was a SoloT Ural inspired by Soviet naval ships, a true beast of […]
Saddlemen Introduces the Lariat Seat
Published by February 24th, 2013 in Customs, Editorial and Seats.Saddlemen introduces the Lariat, a low-profile solo seat with distressed brown leather cover for Harley-Davidson applications.. The Lariat features a genuine leather cover, SaddleGel construction, and optional backrests and pillion pads available separately. The low-profile Lariat offers the rugged look of distressed leather combined with Saddlemen’s comfort-focused technology. The genuine tanned cowhide is paired […]
A Special Custom Motorcycle About To Be Born…
Published by February 22nd, 2013 in Builders, Customs and Editorial.In their Mad Jap Kustoms shop in Calgary,Canada Dale Yamada and Lock Baker are building a new very special project for the upcoming Born Free 5 Bike Show (Saturday June 29 at Oak Canyon Ranch in Silverado, California). I show you a lot of custom bikes when completed. Here is one in the making.
New Kuryakyn Mach 2 Horn Cover
Published by February 22nd, 2013 in Accessories, Customs and Editorial.For those who kept their Harley-Davidson “cowbell” horn, and those who need to use one, these new horn covers match Kuryakyn Mach 2 or Alley Cat air cleaners. The Mach 2 Horn Cover is available in all chrome or black and chrome to complement many style of bikes. Featuring a die–cast construction and fitting all 1995 […]
Custom 1/4 Fairing For Harley-Davidson Fat Bob
Published by February 21st, 2013 in Chassis and Customs.Created by and exclusively available from Dougz Custom Paint And Fabrication, a new custom 1/4 fairing for HD Fat Bob that will not obstruct your view while riding. The mounts are attached to the fairing using five 8/32 button head bolts. Delivered (almost) ready to paint. Currently at start of production, shipping time is about […]
Precision Billet Fleur Edition Floorboards
Published by February 20th, 2013 in Controls, Customs and Editorial.The latest in custom floorboards comes from Precision Billet. The Fleur edition is inspired by a symbol as old as time itself. That you need or not, that you want this model or not, one must admire the precision milling of these 6061 T6 aluminum floorboards. As with all of their editions, the series is […]
Erik Buell Racing to Host Dealers At American International Motorcycle Expo
Published by February 20th, 2013 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.The American International Motorcycle Expo (AIMExpo) announced that Erik Buell Racing (EBR) will be hosting its dealers at the groundbreaking event in October. EBR joins an expanding list of motorcycle OEMs participating in AIMExpo, the powersports industry’s first combined trade, consumer and media event in North America. Since introducing its first street motorcycle – the […]
Faithful reader Mark Strunk & son built this long chop together in the garage for a mini budget. It runs around 55 mph with a 200 lbs man on it. Good enough for a short feature in my news website. Congrats to both.
They can be used on any custom project rear fender and of course on your custom saddlebags. The 957 Taillights are CNC’d from billet aluminum and hold a pair of very bright LED lights. The lights measure 9-1/2” long by 1-1/2” wide and are available in raw, black powder coat, and chrome. An additional plug-n-play […]
What The F**ck Is A Leather Patch?
Published by February 19th, 2013 in Customs, Editorial and Merchandise.Not bonded leather, not some type of leatherette, not made on machines but one per one, by hands using a process similar to a tattoo, but applied on rich, soft grain top grain leather. The crew at LeatherPatch doesn’t try to compete with embroidered patches. The photo realistic patch imagery they propose can’t not be […]
Another Dr Jekyll and Mr Hyde Custom Bike. But It’s For Jekyll & Hide.
Published by February 18th, 2013 in Builders, Customs and Editorial.When in 1886 famous Scottish author Robert Louis Stevenson wrote the novel “The Strange Case Of Dr Jekyll And Hyde”, he didn’t know about motorcycles and of course could not imagine that in 2013 custom builders would continue to be inspired by his work commonly associated with the rare mental condition often spuriously called “split […]
New Bobber Dukes Bars
Published by February 17th, 2013 in Builders, Controls, Customs and Editorial.From John Grant at Hardtail Choppers, a new set of handlebars called the Bobber Dukes. These bars run 12″ tall , 26″ wide . Sold in black powdercoaing or classic chrome. Bolt pattern is 3 1/2″ (most triple trees) . Solid mount . $295 plus shipping. For orders or questions contact John on my behalf at […]
Brushed Stainless Rocker Switch Cover Kits For Harley-Davidson Touring Models
Published by February 16th, 2013 in Accessories, Controls, Customs and Editorial.You can update your black OEM Rocker switches with these new Rocker Switch Covers from Kuryakyn. Available in combinations for most late model Harley-Davidson Touring models, these brushed stainless switch covers are quick to install requiring no disassembly of the switch panel. MSRP $26.99. Kuryakyn Rocker Switch Kits.
New Ultima T-VO Twin Cam Replacement Engines Coming July 2013
Published by February 15th, 2013 in Customs and Engines.The new engine from Ultima Products is a Single Cam Dual Oil Pumps replacement for Twin Cam® “A” Series Rubber Mount Engines. It will not work with TC® “B” applications, (Softail® style.) It fits will be offered in 5 sizes: 100, 107, 113, 120 and 127″. Ultima promises dramatic improvements in durability and performance versus […]
New Misfit Series Floorboards By Supreme Legends USA
Published by February 14th, 2013 in Controls, Customs and Editorial.Your feet have a new option. Supreme Legends USA is launching their Misfit Series Floorboards in collaboration with Misfit Baggers. They offer lateral adjustability, sturdy grip and a fresh new design. These massive 17.5” long by 6” wide boards are not just for show, they are meant to be ridden. Available in chrome or “Supreme’s […]
Vance & Hines Fined $500,000 By California Air Resources Board. Who’s Next?
Published by February 13th, 2013 in Customs, Editorial, Events and Exhaust.On January 31, 2013 Performance exhausts manufacturer Vance & Hines signed a settlement with the California Air Resources Board (CARB), agreeing to pay a fine of $500,000 for selling in the State of California emission related parts & accessories not pre-approved by the Board. The settlement agreement is regarding about 2000 units at an average […]
Skeleton Quadrant Side Mount License Bracket
Published by February 12th, 2013 in Accessories, Builders, Customs and Electrical.In Pasadena, California, James Maund, a third generation maker of cycle parts, designs, creates and produces each year very few custom motorcycle parts but all, without exception, extremely cool. And I bet that this new one – the skeleton Quadrant Side Mount License Bracket – is going to sell like hot cakes. James took his […]
S&S Cycle Receives A Nifty 50! For The New S&S T-Series Long Block Engines
Published by February 12th, 2013 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Engines.The Nifty 50 awards are given by PowerSports Business Magazine to highlight the fifty best new products or services of the year. The competition is always pretty stiff for this award, but the S&S T-Series Long Block Engines for 1999-’06 Big Twins were unanimously voted as a winner. Without changing any specifications S&S has lowered […]
