Baker will bring again riotous fire and rubber-burning fury to the 2009 Sturgis Rally. 12 of the world’s top custom bike builders will go head-to-head in a no-holds-barred, tournament-style drag race competition. The unbridled mayhem will be unleashed Friday, August 7th in the main amphitheater at the Legendary Buffalo Chip, with the support of Spectro […]
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Sturgis 2nd Annual Baker Burnout Drags Competition Is August 7th
Published by May 20th, 2009 in Builders, Customs, Driveline and Events.New Evolution Industries Diamond Terminator Clutch Basket 1970-1984 Big Twin.
Published by May 12th, 2009 in Builders, Customs, Driveline and Editorial.All quality designed and manufactured American products deserve to be plugged in my Blog. Evolution Industries proposes machined aluminum clutch baskets with replaceable steel chain, bearing race, bolt-on ring gear and clutch drive dogs. They weight less than the original baskets and are sold with a very cool 3-year warranty. Evolution Industries has a full […]
Baker Reinvents The Kick Start For All Bikes.
Published by May 5th, 2009 in Customs, Driveline and Editorial.New and very interesting. You know that there is an on and off love affair with kick starting a bike. And since a couple of years, with the retro trend it’s torrid love all over again. Kick starting is kind of a ritual reserved to true bikers. Nothing screams “look how cool I am” more […]
A Message From Dar Holdsworth
Published by April 22nd, 2009 in Builders, Customs, Driveline and Editorial.Cyril. “Great news. From this day forward ALL Brass Balls Bobbers & Choppers will come standard at the same price with a Baker 5 speed transmission, even the Model 1. With the exception of the Model 1, all other BBB&C will have the option to upgrade to a 6 speed Baker at a very reasonable […]
Should Motorcycle Part Manufacturers State Where Their Parts Are Made?
Published by April 18th, 2009 in Driveline and Editorial.It s my point of view that there are both good and bad motorcycle parts made here in the US …and in Europe, China, Korea and of course all over the world. It is also my daily professional observation that there is a lot of hypocrisy from those in the US, manufacturers, distributors, dealers and […]
Spectro Answers Your Motorcycle Oil Questions.
Published by April 11th, 2009 in Driveline and Engines.Question 1: My dealer says I have to use the OEM lubricant in my motorcycle or my warranty is void. Answer: This is not true and may, in fact, be illegal. Have the dealer put this in writing on his letterhead. We doubt he will. All you need to do to fulfill your warranty requirements […]
Spectro Oils Answering Your Sticky Questions
Published by February 17th, 2009 in Driveline, Engines and Suspension.Questions: Why is Spectro better than Harley, RevTech, Mobil and Penzoil? What does Spectro contain that makes it better than the competition or is the basic oil better than the competition? What should be in a good air cooled motorcycle oil and what should not? Which of these are in Spectro and are not or […]
Evil Engineering Unveils Its New Kicker/Kickstein Belt Drive
Published by February 8th, 2009 in Builders, Customs, Driveline and Editorial.New for 2009 and just unveiled in Cincinnati is this new Open Belt Drive System. Evil Engineering’s HT belt drive technology is now available for your generator/alternator case kicker motorcycle. This 2” all Billet Kicker/Kickstein belt drive utilizes the H.O.T belts giving you three-tooth engagement, as opposed to a standard straight single-tooth engagement belt. Benefit? […]
I know, not for the majority of bikers. Mostly those of you riding trikes, side cars and also a few riding on 2 wheels. But I would not do my job if I was not telling you about this reverse gear conversion kit for Harleys with 5 or 6-speed transmissions. Installation is not so difficult and […]
Spectro Oils New Sponsor Of Cyril Huze Blog
Published by January 29th, 2009 in Driveline, Editorial and Engines.Spectro Brands are manufactured and marketed by Intercontinental Lubricants Corp. of Brookfield, CT, ILC, one of the world’s foremost manufacturers and packagers of quality lubricants. Spectro Products span the full range of fully synthetic, semi synthetic and petroleum lubricants for all classes of “powersports” engine and transmission applications. The Spectro line also includes a wide […]
Who doesn’t hate oil leaks? For a driveline, poor quality of your seals is the most probable cause of you leaving your mark everywhere you park or ride. And it’s absolutely true that cheap gaskets will not do their job for a long time. James Gaskets offers a complete line of high quality gaskets you […]
Since the introduction of their first inner primary in 1968, Paughco has continually extended their selection of custom and replacement primary covers to address just about any application from 1936 through 1988. Additionally they now offer chrome inner and outer replacements for ’89-’03 Softails. Featured here is a small collection of Paughco primary covers finished […]
2 Stroke Engine Built Right Into Front Wheel. In 1935!
Published by December 11th, 2008 in Builders, Driveline and Editorial.Thanks to Art Welch, I discovered this unique streamlined and modified version of the Megola. Started in 1935 by a group of five German engineers from Munich naming themselves themselves ‘Killinger and Freund”, it took 3 years to complete it. And amazingly, this custom motorcycle is a 3- cylinder two-stroke engine built right into the […]
Permanent Price Reductions on Custom Chrome RevTech® Engines and Driveline Components
Published by December 8th, 2008 in Driveline, Editorial and Engines.In an effort to further support their dealer network and their customers, Custom Chrome has announced the permanent price reduction of its RevTech Engines and Driveline Components. These prices are in effect IMMEDIATELY and include both the Euro 3 and EPA Certified Engines. “We felt it was important to give back to those that have […]
Tomorrow Motorcyles. All Shiftless?
Published by December 7th, 2008 in Builders, Driveline and Editorial.Since a few years the industry worries about how to attract young riders. In addition, due to the global recession, big cruiser motorcycle sales, like car sales are in a deep funk. Many suggestions, most revolving around price, have been made to broaden the appeal of riding a motorcycle. But one has been omitted. Making […]
AIM Clutch Solutions For Harley V-Rod
Published by November 11th, 2008 in Customs, Driveline and Editorial.AIM (Advanced Innovational Machinery) offers heavy-duty clutch springs for ’02 and later V-Rod models. The company states that they are 30% stronger than stock springs. Good for a high performance engine, Turbo or Super charged. Compatible with their VP clutch and Kevlar clutch plates. Their clutch for V-Rod (part VP-VRSC) works like a lock-up clutch […]
Baker New Powerbox Overdrive 6-Speed
Published by November 6th, 2008 in Builders, Customs, Driveline and Editorial.When Baker Drivetrain launched the Torquebox the prime objective was to have the ability to handle more torque than any other transmission and to offer unique aesthetics with a Function-Formed™ case design.
They come in all flavors…if you know where to find them. These guys make custom urethane castings of shift knobs since 10 years and propose a large choice for your hot rod or hot bobber. Totally Kool Kustom Krap. Van Chase Studios.
Detroit Bros line-up includes the Acid and Classic twists, which are hand forged from mild steel, turned and tapped, and chromed to a mirror finish. The Proof Coil and Moto Chain shift linkages are welded up from stainless steel, and then painstakingly polished. Remember, most stock FL models have linkages that measure 12.75″, and all […]
Open Belt Assembly With Top fuel Look
Published by September 23rd, 2008 in Builders, Customs, Driveline and Editorial.Belt Drives Limited is now offering their 3” Belt Drive assembly with the look of their strictly business Top Fuel system. The company’s 8MM open drive, which has become the standard for many top builders, provides maximum shaft support for superior performance and reliability. The new EVO-950 goes a step further with it’s pure attitude […]
Power Train Alignment Tool For Harley-Davidson FL Models
Published by September 20th, 2008 in Driveline and Editorial.You already know that keeping engine, transmission, swingarm and rear wheel in alignment is a necessity to eliminate frame wobble at high speed and while cornering. George’s Garage specializes in Harley-Davidson specialty tools and just released a power train alignment tool that is a must have for any shop or serious wrench. It works with 1993 […]
Doesn’t matter what you ride or the wheel you spin. A company that I already introduced to you in a former post, is continuing to make very bad ass chains, in the color of your choice or with links chromed on both sides. How they do it? They worked with an adhesive company and through […]
Sturgis 2008. You Gonna Love Riding Back Home.
Published by July 7th, 2008 in Driveline and Editorial.It is a pretty good idea coming from the crew at Baker Drivetrain. You ride up to Sturgis with your 5-speed transmission (factory or after-market) bike and ride back home smoothly shifting a new Baker Direct Drive 6-speed. I let them explain to you how to make the switch while you enjoy the Sturgis Rally. “Make […]
If so, you’re going to want to get your hands one of the new EV-500/SH-500 DRIVE” systems just introduced by Belt Drives Ltd. The 500 SERIES offers enthusiasts a number of significant advantages over other aftermarket and stock systems. A reinforced 2” belt was developed specifically to handle the high torque and horsepower numbers being […]
Gear Oil. Running Cooler, Longer And Harder
Published by June 10th, 2008 in Driveline and Editorial.North County Customs has just introduced a very serious gear oil for your American V-Twin. Developed exclusively for NCC by LAT (Lubeatech Advanced Technologies), the high tech oil is designed specifically to provide maximum protection under extreme loads and high temperatures encountered by Cruisers and Baggers alike. LAT provides superior shock load and wear protection […]
Evil Engineering 17” LSD Belt Drive System
Published by May 19th, 2008 in Builders, Customs, Driveline and Editorial.Built to handle “Balls-To-The-Wall” raw power Evil Engineering is releasing a very custom primary system for very custom applications. Their new stretched primary has a 17” crank shaft to transmission main shaft center distance with a lowered starter design. These extreme features allow for extreme modifications by badass builders. The 17” LSD is made to […]
