The custom motorcycle scene is one world. After Europe, Australia and Japan, the four Asian Tigers – Hong Kong, South Korea, Singapore and Taiwan – are showing strong interest in custom motorcycles. A couple of local custom builders, at least one magazine to showcase their work, the influence of a neighbor country, in this case […]
Archive for the 'Customs' Category
Bomb Runner Harley Sportster. Custom Built In Taiwan.
Published by December 31st, 2012 in Builders, Customs and Editorial.Complete Late Model Dyna Slammer Kit Package By Burly Brand
Published by December 29th, 2012 in Customs, Editorial and Suspension.These last couple of years, the versatile Harley Dyna platform has been re-discovered by the go-to for performance minded builders and riders. A trend that has been noticed by several after-market part vendors like Burly Brand, now offering this Dyna super low package kit available in black, today’s preferred “color.” The Complete Burly Slammer Kit […]
Custom Harley-Davidson Sportster Inspired By Technics Headphones And Turntable
Published by December 28th, 2012 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Videos.Another custom bike built as a marketing and advertising tool, this time for the Panasonic brand Technics. A Sportster 883 was stripped down to bare frame by Roland Sands and Andy Bell and fully rebuilt using a lot of custom designed parts inspired by 2 Technics DJ products, the RP-DH1250 headphones as well as the […]
And when you think that not much could be invented with a heel-toe shifter, somebody comes with a new idea and design… Ok, it’s not for all tastes and styles of bike, but if you match it with the floorboards of the same company, it can look pretty cool. Fitment is compatible with most Harley-Davidson […]
The Real Thing. Re-Imagining A Classic Mustang.
Published by December 27th, 2012 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Videos.For entertainment during your holidays a well shot short documentary about custom hot rod builder BODIE STROUD and his re-imagining of a classic Mustang by way of an extremely rare and powerful motor built specifically for legendary racer Mario Andretti’s 1969 Can Am series race car. Directed and Photographed by Julian King.
Zipper’s MaxFlow Air Filter Kits for EFI Models
Published by December 26th, 2012 in Customs, Editorial and Engines.Letting your engine breathe deeper is a sure and easy way to get a nice power increase. Doing it via a max flow air filter is also the cheapest method to boost performance. One of the best on the market is the MAXFlow Air Filter Kits by Zipper’s Performance Products. Designed to completely replace the […]
Vintage Reproduction Kicker Covers By S&S Cycle
Published by December 25th, 2012 in Customs, Driveline and Editorial.Looking for an authentic Flathead kicker cover? Good luck. You may try to steal one from a factory museum bike (huh) or get one from S&S Cycle offering one as close as possible to the Harley original. Not only authentic to the smallest details outside but improved with new technology inside. Even boss imperfections in the […]
Accurate Air Pressure Adjustment For Harley-Davidson Touring Suspension.
Published by December 25th, 2012 in Accessories, Builders, Customs and Editorial.The new Digital Touring Suspension Air Pump (P/N 54000033, $69.95) from Harley-Davidson® is an accurate and convenient tool used to check and alter pressure in the rear air shocks on all Harley-Davidson Touring motorcycles. The only digital suspension air pump on the market, it has a bleed valve that allows precise adjustment of air pressure, […]
Very representative of the custom chopper style that Paul Wideman at Bare Knuckle Choppers is building for his clients, “Incognegro” is as naked as possible, re-employing the best of Harley-Davidson of the mid-sixties, then using proprietary parts from the shop, a few from the best in the business, and assembling them around a one-off bodywork. […]
Good Guys is a new line of custom parts by German customizer Rick’s Motorcycles (also official Baden-Baden Harley-Davidson dealer.) This air filter is a “variation” of many others with the same basic design, but this one will remind you the configuration of a brake/pulley system. Sold with K&N filter and necessary mounting hardware. Bolt-0n piece […]
Bagger Audio Double Up Saddlebag Speaker Lids
Published by December 22nd, 2012 in Chassis, Customs, Editorial and Electrical.While riding a Bagger, some like to go for loud, very loud… These audio lids for your touring bags are supposed to be the loudest in the business. These new urethane injection molded replacement Harley-Davidson saddlebag lids allow you to install 2 pairs of 6 x 9 inch speakers on your bike. And for moisture […]
New Screamin’ Eagle Laser Exhaust Shields With Mesh Inserts
Published by December 21st, 2012 in Customs, Editorial and Exhaust.Offered in Chrome or Jet Black Ceramic Finish for Harley-Davidson Touring Models, the new Screamin’ Eagle® Laser Exhaust Shield Kits from Harley-Davidson® Genuine Motor Accessories® feature laser-cut openings that are filled with tightly-woven mesh for an attention-getting, high-performance look. A direct replacement for factory-installed exhaust shields, each kit is easy to install and includes front […]
New High Performance True Dual Bagger Exhausts By MGS Custom Bikes
Published by December 20th, 2012 in Customs, Editorial and Exhaust.These new high performance True Dual exhausts for 1995-2013 baggers are tuned for high performance. Over a year of extensive research and development went into this exhaust system and MGS is stating an average increase of 12+ foot pounds of torque on a stock FL Harley-Davidson model. Better results have been achieved, but are not […]
How To Turn A DNA Springer Front End Into A Much Better Looking One
Published by December 19th, 2012 in Customs, Editorial and Suspension.DNA sold a lot of its foreign made Springers to builders on a budget. But who likes the quite ugly square front section of this front end? A giant eye sore on any cool chopper… So, JC and Jimmie Lee Coen at Three Two Choppers got a very good idea. To offer a Wishbone Spring […]
Les Ateliers Ruby’s New Helmet Model. The Castel.
Published by December 19th, 2012 in Accessories, Customs and Editorial.Les Ateliers Ruby, a French company, is celebrating their 5th anniversary with the release of their first full-face helmet named “The Castel”. It was on Octonber 2007 that the company released its first model named “The Pavillon” followed by “The Belvedere”. These 2 models have been interpreted into 286 versions as well as in limited […]
Ready To Race. Dyno Testing A 1665 cc Vincent.
Published by December 19th, 2012 in Builders, Customs and Editorial.John Renwick and Ed Wallbank, 2 old English lads surrounded by amazing machinery are having a good time testing on the dynamometer “Epimetheus”, a 50’s 1665cc Vincent equipped with Nitrous oxide and air operated auto gear change. Motorcycle engineering that inspires, british accent included. Speakers up…
Mustang Hard Trunks For Long Distance Riders
Published by December 19th, 2012 in Accessories, Chassis, Customs and Editorial.The journey is as important as the destination but when you arrive it’s good to have with you some essentials. These new Mustang Hard Top Cases are design matched to their lineup of hard saddlebags for most Harley-Davidson® metric cruisers models. Measuring a spacious 22” wide x 18” long and 13” high, these covered hard […]
Designer Side Covers for 2009-2013 Harley-Davidson Touring Models
Published by December 18th, 2012 in Chassis, Customs and Editorial.Corbin is launching custom side covers that fit all Harley Bagger models 2009 to present. They add a nice flowing shape to your bike, either Road King, Road Glide, Street Glide or Electra-Glide! These covers were specifically designed to work with or without the Harley-Davidson saddlebag crash guards and/or heat deflectors. They are constructed of […]
Swiss Made Custom 1930 Indian Scout.
Published by December 17th, 2012 in Builders, Customs and Editorial.After extensively touring Europe and The US with his famous 1942 custom Harley Flathead named D’MX, Swiss custom builder Danny from Hardnine Choppers took a 1-year long break from the custom scene. He is coming back with his newest project, a custom Indian Scout, a model he considers the best looking factory bike ever produced […]
Postcards From CUSTOMBIKE Magazine Bike Show In Germany.
Published by December 15th, 2012 in Builders, Customs and Editorial.Pictures taken at the 2012 Custom Bike Show of Bad Salzuflen . Photography Lothar Steinmetz, courtesy Martin Mix, Thunderbike Germany.
About The Effects Of The Discovery Chopper Live Build-Off Competition On Bikers And Professionals Of The Industry
Published by December 14th, 2012 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.As expected, after you debated the merits of each builder and custom bike you saw in the Discovery build-off competition, conversation in comments turned to a one decade long topic still dividing both bikers and professionals of the motorcycle industry. What are the effects, positive or negative, of such motorcycle TV shows? Do they make more […]
Victory Launches New Midnight Metallic Flame Cross Country Bagger
Published by December 13th, 2012 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.Last weekend at the Long Beach IMS Show, Victory displayed its offering of premium baggers (Cross Country, Cross Roads Classic, Hard-Ball, Zach Ness Cross Country) and unveiled a new Factory Custom Painted Cross Country featuring a metallic flame paint job. Beyond the custom factory paint job, the bike got the same features than the other […]
Vertical Or Horizontal Side Mount License Plate Kit For Harley Sportster.
Published by December 13th, 2012 in Accessories, Customs and Editorial.Machined from 6061 T-6 Billet Aluminum, this Side Mount License Plate kit mounts to the left side of the swingarm & is secured with the rear axle nut. Depending on how you assemble it, your license plate will sit “Horizontal” or “Vertical.” Includes a very bright LED License Plate light. Comes in chrome or black […]
Jesse James Discovery Build-Off Bike
Published by December 12th, 2012 in Builders, Customs and Events.You wanted more pictures of it. Here they are, provided to me by Jesse James. There is what you see – metal work (chromoly 4130) – and what you can’t see – the mechanical prowess – As Jesse says “The devil is in the details”
Discovery Channel Build-Off. Chopper Live – The Revenge. And The Winner Is Team Paul Jr.
Published by December 12th, 2012 in Builders, Customs and Events.This Build-Off competition proves again that it is mainly about popularity and not necessarily about the bikes. Paul Jr, this year, like last, demonstrates that he owns the TV audience regardless of how unpractical and sometimes goofy his bikes may look. You don’t have a 10-year show on a major network without being extremely popular. […]
Discovery Build-Off. Chopper Live – The Revenge. Winner Announced Tonight At 9e/8c PM.
Published by December 11th, 2012 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.Should Jesse James be disqualified for taking more time to complete his bike? Senior too…The show is called Chopper Live. But only #teamfastnloud built a chopper. Should #teamsenior, #teamjunior & #teamjesse be eliminated because they didn’t build a chopper? I can’t vote from my phone. Texting to 97979 doesn’t work for me! We didn’t see […]
