We all know that open belt systems look very cool, but moving parts being exposed can be quite dangerous for your left foot and leg… Moving belts love so much your pants. Yes, injuries happen. Some belt guards and covers minimize this risk, but what they provide in extra security goes against the beautiful appearance […]
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Rivera Primo TransparaGuard For Your Open Belt System
Published by February 25th, 2012 in Customs, Driveline and Editorial.Your BAKER Transmission Installed In Daytona
Published by February 15th, 2012 in Driveline, Editorial and Events.Participating to the 2012 edition of Daytona Bike Week and in need of a new, smoothest and more efficient transmission? You can have it installed by the experts of Baker Drivetrain, save up to $700 and ride back home without risk of breaking down the road. It’s one of the best offers of Bike Week, […]
New BAKER Website. Driveline Options And Decisions Made Much Easier.
Published by February 10th, 2012 in Customs, Driveline and Editorial.For years the BAKER Drivetrain people realized that their website was lacking some of the real meat and potatoes kind of technical information that the real Gearheads are craving for. So they assembled a team of the strongest technical and artistic minds in their company, and built an all new website that they are positive […]
Coming Soon. New Baker Bully Primary For Touring Models.
Published by February 1st, 2012 in Customs, Driveline, Editorial and Events.For 2012 Baker Drivetrain is launching the Bully Primary to work with Harley FLT’s 2007 and later touring models. The mechanically potent design combines with a new removable inspection cover will allow for the use of a manual chain adjuster, also coming soon from BAKER. You get a sneak peek of the product. Stay tuned. […]
My Harley Sportster Is A Kicker
Published by January 27th, 2012 in Builders, Customs, Driveline, Editorial and Videos.Sportster. Not only one of the hottest selling new models from Harley-Davidson, but also one of the most sought-after used bikes, especially by generation X & Y looking for an affordable base to build their dream bike. And often, they would like to turn this very respectable model into an even more classic bike via […]
Evolution Industries 30 Tooth Motor Sprocket
Published by January 11th, 2012 in Customs, Driveline and Editorial.Evolution Industries has been at the forefront of the high performance aftermarket manufacturing industry for over 30 years, and as a matter of fact is the provider for many driveline parts for major brands. It is the original manufacturer of the 30-tooth sprocket kit raising RPM To achieve maximum performance while eliminating lugging of motor. […]
Baker Drivetrain 12-Step Desintoxication Program
Published by January 4th, 2012 in Builders, Customs, Driveline and Editorial.During these times when discretionary money to purchase new parts for your sled is still tight, especially after the holidays, good news for you coming from BAKER. If your transmission (Harley-Davidson, Big Dog or Baker) has got a problem like teeth missing, leaking oil, etc you can keep riding in denial until a major breakdown […]
Baker Drivetrain Black Friday Giveaway
Published by November 22nd, 2011 in Driveline, Editorial and Events.Before you spend some money on Black Friday, you could make some. For example, a $1000 gift certificate from BAKER. The leader in drivetrain components gives you a chance to win a shopping spree Enter the BAKER Drivetrain Black Friday Sweepstakes. It starts today and ends November 24th for your chance to win a $1,000 BAKER […]
Powder coating is winning against chrome plating. Seems that everybody is loving black parts, and they are much more riders friendly than chrome ones. So, Rivera Primo Inc.®, like so many other vendors, now offers its popular Brute IV Extreme™ Open Belt Drives in Matte Black powder coat finish. They went with powder coating due […]
Baker Drivetrain Cash For Crap Transmission Campaign
Published by October 19th, 2011 in Customs, Driveline and Editorial.In a marketing campaign as innovative as its drivetrain components, Baker Drivetrain will give you cash for your old, tired, stock or knock-off transmission impossible to service because coming from somewhere…difficult to locate on a world map. Launched today, this program will last until November 21, 2011. So, if you wish to replace your old or […]
Narrow 2″ Open Belt Drive For Touring Harleys
Published by October 4th, 2011 in Customs, Driveline, Editorial and Engines.All open belt drives are getting thinner, with 2″ wide belt systems being the preferred size. Bagger owners have a lot of brand choices, and one more with this new one from Ultima Products. It can be installed on 1990 to 2006 Harley-Davidson FLT, FLH & FXR Evo or Twin Cam. Kit Includes billet aluminum […]
Transmission Oil Question Answered By Spectro
Published by September 20th, 2011 in Driveline and Editorial.Question: Can I use Spectro’s Heavy Duty Platinum 6-Speed Transmission Lubricant in either a 4 or 5-Speed transmission? Answer: Yes. While the 6-speed transmission lubricant was designed for the newer Harleys, and after market transmissions such as Baker Drivetrain, it incorporates extreme pressure additive technology not required in the older 4 and 5-Speed transmissions. Therefore […]
First Annual Motorcycle Kickstart Classic on October 5th, 2011
Published by September 17th, 2011 in Driveline, Editorial and Events.You know for sure that the love affair with classic and vintage motorcycles is getting more intense when new rides are created to celebrate them. On October 5th, the First Annual Motorcycle Kickstart Classic will cover 293 miles, starting from Wheels Through Time in Maggie Valley, NC to Panhead City in Rome, GA to Barber […]
Calculating Speed And RPM With A Lot Of Help From Baker Drivetrain
Published by August 31st, 2011 in Customs, Driveline, Editorial and Engines.Very few bikers and custom builders are inclined (able?) to do the mathematical reasoning necessary to predict Torque, RPM and Speed. There are very few men in the industry who are making a living using abstraction and science to improve the art of multiplying torque, of optimizing gear ratios and sizes to the desired RPM […]
Gearing Up Or Not To Sturgis. You are In Luck.
Published by July 22nd, 2011 in Customs, Driveline, Editorial and Events.The Baker crew understands that you can’t all be in Sturgis between August 5 and 14. I was informed that all those not in South Dakota are getting the same 15% discount than all those who have all the fun in the Black Hills. So, those of you staying home get the same “Rally Discount” for all orders […]
Spyke Inc. Acquires STD Development
Published by June 23rd, 2011 in Driveline, Editorial, Electrical and Engines.Spyke Inc, the company well known for its high torque starters & numerous electric components, has acquired STD Development a specialist in complete high performance engines, cases, heads, cylinders and driveline components for V-Twin motorcycles. The deal includes the brand name, the good will, all inventory, all CNC machinery, tooling, etc. It was years that STD Development was […]
Get Your BAKER Transmission Installed In Sturgis
Published by June 22nd, 2011 in Customs, Driveline and Editorial.The official BAKER Drivetrain Install Team will be in Sturgis, South Dakota August 3, 2011 – August 12, 2011. It will be the only Rally BAKER will be providing installations at this year.Don’t miss this opportunity to have what all pros consider the smoothest, most efficient transmission available installed in your motorcycle by factory trained […]
Tech Cycle Cyclone 2″ Primary Belt Drive System
Published by May 6th, 2011 in Customs, Driveline and Editorial.The crew at Tech Cycle promises that their Primary Belt System is not just another pretty face. Unlike some of their competitor who try to pass off their 2″ drives with a greatly reduced number of clutch plates, their 2″ Cyclone design uses a full size street clutch pack ready to handle all your big […]
BAKER Drivetrain Working After Hours
Published by April 22nd, 2011 in Customs, Driveline and Editorial.Until Labor Day, BAKER Drivetrain phone lines (Tech & Sales) will be staffed from 8 am – 7 pm EDT Monday through Thursday, and Friday from 8 am to 5 pm EDT. Why? Because it’s riding season and BAKER wants to better meet the needs of its customers. So, you are better off entering right now […]
BAKER Tin Primary. A Classic Reinvented.
Published by April 20th, 2011 in Builders, Customs, Driveline and Editorial.Regarding motorcycle parts, today’s trend is to re-engineer classic designs with current technology to improve durability, reliability and performance. S&S Cycle did it with its new Shovelhead, Panhead, and Knucklehead engine designs and Bert Bakers follows by providing an essential piece of the combo, the tin primary. BAKER took that classic 1936-64 tin design and […]
All Big Dog Motorcycles Drivetrain Service Parts Available Directly From Baker
Published by April 8th, 2011 in Builders, Customs, Driveline and Editorial.Following the demise of Big Dog Motorcycles as a motorcycles manufacturer, Baker Drivetrain informs all current Big Dog owners at all dealers (ex Big Dog or not) that their service parts and upgrades will continue to be available directly from them for all Big Dog Makes and Models. Whether you need an inspection cover, replacement o-ring, top cover or want […]
Baker Drivetrain Is Moving West
Published by March 9th, 2011 in Customs, Driveline, Editorial and Events.As I reported on March 5th, Bert Baker is on a national tour to teach you his Drivetrain Magic. And I have been flooded by emails asking me if he will stop by in their cities. So, the answer is BAKER Drivetrain is traveling anywhere and everywhere that a participating dealer will host him. He […]
Starting This Weekend. Your Day With Bert Baker. Pick Your Date.
Published by March 5th, 2011 in Customs, Driveline and Editorial.This year, Bert Baker tells me that he has decided to do things a little bit differently. Instead of hoping to meet with you at his very busy Baker Drivetrain booth in big rallies, Bert is going to your own place. Almost… Bert is embarking on a National Seminar Tour stopping at V-Twin dealerships near […]
When the legs are weak and your buddy (or your lady!) is not around to help you push your Harley-davidson touring bike backwards, you will be glad to have installed a reverse gear system. Bert Baker conceived one very easy to install and use. This brief video to demonstrate how to go to and from […]
Ultima Expands Its Line Of Open Belt Drive Primary Systems
Published by February 15th, 2011 in Builders, Customs, Driveline and Editorial.Ultima announces an expanded number of applications for their popular Open Belt Primary Systems. They all offer a 6061-T6 billet aluminum backing plate and the option of four outboard support designs for maximum horsepower transfer. Ultima 3.35″ Belt Drive Kits for Softails & Dynas. These systems will fit both Evo and TwinCam setups. There is […]
BAKER Drivetrain 2011 Calendar Bike And Model
Published by February 3rd, 2011 in Builders, Customs, Driveline, Editorial and Events.For the past 10 years BAKER Drivetrain has produced a calendar, built a custom bike to illustrate it and hired a pretty model to make it even more attractive. 2011 is no exception, with this calendar bike for the first time completely built in house by BAKER’s own engineers Chad Berhendt and Andy Friar. And […]
