Ural Motorcycles will soon unveil a special edition machine, probably another fully loaded sidecar with a traditional 749cc air-cooled fuel injected 4-stroke boxer engine, a square cylinder architecture (3.1” bore and stroke), capable of delivering 41 horsepower at 5,500 revs and 42 lb-ft (57 Nm) of torque at 4,300 rpm. The name of the project […]
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Ural Teases A New Limited Edition Sidecar. Video.
Published by October 9th, 2014 in Builders, Editorial and Videos.Harley-Davidson And “Sons of Anarchy” Fans Gear Up For The Final Ride. Will Hand Over The Keys To A 2015 Harley-Davidson Motorcycle.
Published by October 8th, 2014 in Builders, Editorial and Events.To celebrate Sons of Anarchy” (“SOA”) show’s finale, Harley-Davidson is offering one lucky fan a 2015 “SOA” customized motorcycle and a special viewing party at his hometown Harley-Davidson dealership hosted by stars of the show Kim Coates and Theo Rossi “The last seven seasons have been a hell of a ride,” said Dino Bernacchi, U.S. […]
Should Fuel Stabilizer be used during winter months while riding or just for storage? Question. I have a 2003 RoadKing. I live in NY. I had my bike stored in the garage w/ a full tank and added your Spectro Fuel Stabilizer. I took the bike out for a long Ride and It ran beautifully! […]
Drag Specialties Seats For Harley FL And Victory Crossroad And Cross Country Models
Published by October 7th, 2014 in Customs, Editorial and Seats.For Harley FL Models. This new solo seat with optional EZ Glide backrest system are made with solar-reflective leather and automotive-grade vinyl to reduce the surface temperature by as much as 25°F, feature a flexible urethane foam interior for maximum comfort, and are compatible with EZ Glide II™ backrests (sold separately). They come with two […]
Dave Perewitz Gives Responsibility Of His Shop To Daughter Jody. Now Focusing On Custom Painting.
Published by October 7th, 2014 in Editorial, Events and Painters.Dave Perewitz, nicknamed “King of Flames”, is going back to his roots and is now focusing all his time and efforts on what he loves and does best, custom paint design. His shop Cycle Fab is now managed by his daughter Jody who will assume the majority of the day to day management and other […]
2014 AMD World Champion Of Bike Building. Krugger’s BMW K1600.
Published by October 6th, 2014 in Builders, Customs and Editorial.This feature was written a couple of days ago. Without knowing for sure that yesterday Sunday October 5th in Cologne, Germany Fred Krugger would be voted the winner of the “Freestyle Class” of the AMD World Championship Of Bike Building. It’s the second time that Krugger wins the championship, the first time in Sturgis in […]
Harley-Davidson Three-Dimensional Machete Wheel And Sprocket.
Published by October 5th, 2014 in Customs, Driveline, Editorial and Wheels.Slice through air and light with the new Machete Custom Wheels ($799.95 each) from Harley-Davidson®. Finished in either brilliant mirror-chrome or sinister black ice, this wheel features seven three-dimensional cutting-edge spokes that catch the light and are shaped to imply motion, even when the motorcycle is standing still. Available in 21 or 16-inch fronts and a […]
Ferrari Patents Motorcycle V-Twin Engine Design
Published by October 5th, 2014 in Builders, Editorial and Engines.Patent application submitted suggest that Ferrari may be considering producing a motorcycle, The patent covers the design of an “internal combustion engine having two cylinders, which are arranged in a ‘V’ configuration.” Ferrari has also filed a trademark application for the name ‘Cavallino’ (pony in Italian) for use on a vehicle without precision of type, car […]
Stolen 1954 Harley Hydra-Glide Returned After 42 years
Published by October 5th, 2014 in Editorial and Events.This week, Customs and Border Protection Agents returned to Edgar Howard Johnson the motorcycle which was stolen in 1972 from his father, a police officer from North Carolina. The 1954 FL Harley-Davidson Hydra-Glide motorcycle was intercepted last month at the Los Angeles/Long Beach seaport where it was about to be shipped to Australia. “My dad […]
The open road provides a pathway to the uncontrolled spirit, a state of being that is universally felt yet so challenging to capture through a medium. And it doesn’t matter the brand of motorcycle you are riding… Shot in Knolls, Utah near the Bonneville Salt Fats and in San Rafael Swell in Southern Utah, as […]
In business, the competition will bite you if you keep running. If you stand still, they will swallow you. Semon Knudsen
A Bolt-On Custom Harley Sportster Forty Eight
Published by October 3rd, 2014 in Builders, Customs and Editorial.Few can build, or have a pro-builder create a full one-off custom from the ground up. And for most, a custom using mostly bolt-on aftermarket parts is well enough to express their individualism. So, here is another example of what can be done if you want to give your Sportster a more sporty look and […]
Nomad Seats By LePera For Harley Touring Motorcycles
Published by October 3rd, 2014 in Customs, Editorial and Seats.This year, Le Pera celebrates its 40th anniversary, year after year meticulously handcrafting seats with the highest attention to details. As example, this Nomad seat for 2008-up Harley touring bikes. While providing the wide footprint that riders request for long distance comfort, the Nomad features very clean lines giving any tourer a leaner appearance. Available […]
S&S Cycle IS Ending Its Relationship With The Crane Cams Brand. Now Selling The S&S HI-4N Ignition.
Published by October 3rd, 2014 in Editorial and Electrical.Effective midnight December 31st 2014, S&S Cycle will have no relation with the Crane Cams brand. But if you liked using the Crane CamsÆ HI-4N ignition, you will love the S&S HI-4N. Same great electronics, same great features. Just a different name. For more information about the S&S HI-4N ignition and other former Crane Cams […]
Zipper’s Performance is among the couple of US companies able to provide the best solution to all of your engine upgrade and rebuild needs. Your buddies on their new 103’s and 110’s kicking sand in your face? You don’t have to spring for a new bike to keep up, just breathe some new life into […]
Postcards From Germany Intermot Fair (October 1-5). The Wild, The Weird And The Ugly.
Published by October 2nd, 2014 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.UBM Buys Advanstar Communications, The Parent Company Of Dealernews , Dealer Expo And Of The Progressive International Motorcycle Shows,
Published by October 2nd, 2014 in Editorial and Events.Advanstar Communications Inc. announced it will be acquired by UBM Plc for approximately US $972 million. The transaction is subject to approval by UBM shareholders and subject to regulatory and closing conditions, and is expected to close by year end. Advanstar is currently owned by an investor group that includes Anchorage Capital Group LLC, Veronis […]
METZELER Launches New Range Of Vintage And Classic Tires At Intermot Cologne Motorcycle Show
Published by October 1st, 2014 in Editorial, Events and Wheels.Yesterday, METZELER introduced the new SPORTEC™ Klassik tire at the International INTERMOT Show, which runs from October 1-5, in the city of Cologne, Germany. The SPORTEC™ Klassik is the new METZELER tire in the Classic segment for owners of motorcycles built since the 70s. In recent years we have witnessed a growing trend, the revival […]
Ducati Unveils The 2015 Scrambler. A 800 cc Retro Classic Motorcycle To Attract Young, New Riders And Women.
Published by October 1st, 2014 in Builders, Editorial and Events.At Intermot in Germany, after months of teasing previews on social media and at locations around the world, Italian manufacturer Ducati unveiled Tuesday its new for 2015 Scrambler motorcycle, an affordable update on a retro-classic design aimed at a new generation of riders, that will also appeal to those who remember Ducati’s first motorcycle built […]
New Triple Tree 49 mm Wide Glide For Harley-Davidson Breakout Model
Published by October 1st, 2014 in Chassis, Controls, Customs and Editorial.At Intermot, the International Motorcycle, Scooter and E-Bike Fair October 1-5, 2014 in Cologne, Rebuffini is going to unveil today this new massive but still elegant 49 mm wide glide triple tree conceived specifically for the Harley FXSB Breakout model. CNC machined billet aluminum, featuring stock rake, pre-arranged steering-lock like the stock triple tree, available […]
Akrapovic Exhaust Soundtrack On European Victory Models
Published by September 30th, 2014 in Customs, Editorial, Events and Exhaust.During the huge Intermot Fair in Cologne, Germany this week Oct 1st to 5th (205,000 visitors expected with 1,020 companies from 37 countries showing their products), Victory Europe is going to introduce Akrapovic exhaust systems designed, developed and manufactured exclusively for Victory Motorcycles in Europe. Akrapovic is very well respected company known for its performance […]
Bad Weather Forces Triumph To Postpone World Land Speed Record Attempt Until 2015
Published by September 30th, 2014 in Editorial.During the past 2 weekends, more than 3 inches of rain accumulated on the Bonneville Salt Flats from storms. Not a suitable condition for a FIM World Land Speed Record attempt. The Triumph Castrol Rocket streamliner was scheduled to claim the title of ‘world’s fastest motorcycle’ but the pilot and crew will have to wait […]
Retail sales In the U.S. Of Harley-Davidson Motorcycles Estimated Up 3.7 % Compared To Year-Ago Quarter. According to a research note provided by Wells Fargo Securities analyst Tim Conder after he met with Harley-Davidson Motor Corp. management, dealer/consumer reception to all new models has been exceptional. Cannibalization worries of the Sportster by The Street likely […]
Ole Smoky Tennessee Moonshine Is The Official Moonshine Of Harley-Davidson. Do You Care?
Published by September 30th, 2014 in Builders, Editorial and Merchandise.Each public relation solicitation I receive, I wonder if you can be interested by the news sent to me. And when I got one from “Ole Smoky Tennessee Moonshine” announcing that the company is now the official moonshine of Harley-Davidson, I decided to publish, just to see your reactions. Why such a partnership? The given […]
Born To Burn Rubber Custom Harley Sportster
Published by September 29th, 2014 in Builders, Customs and Editorial.Brothers and best friends Jarrod and Justin Del Prado from DP Customs are big fans of car and motorcycle racing, and when nothing is on tv schedule, they spend their relaxation time watching and re-watching road movies. It explains their unique building style, always borrowing visual elements and gimmicks found on the diverse machines of […]
Harley-Davidson Voluntarily Recalls 2014 Motorcycles To Fix Clutches And Fuel Tanks
Published by September 28th, 2014 in Builders, Editorial and Events.Harley-Davidson is recalling more than 105,000 motorcycles from the 2014 model year because their clutches may fail, causing stopped bikes to creep forward and potentially crash. The company knows of 19 low-speed tip-over crashes tied to the problem, with three minor injuries reported. Bikes named in that recall include the Electra Glide Ultra Classic and the […]
