Marketing Company Advanstar Exploring Sale That Could Fetch More Than $900 Million. Privately held U.S. company Advanstar, which puts on 54 trade shows in industries such powersports, fashion, healthcare, etc is looking for a buyer. Advanstar produces the Progressive International Motorcycle Shows, a 10-city nationwide tour offering 600,000 consumers and over 900 exhibitors from all […]
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Man Carries Motorcycle Up a Ladder On His Head. Only In India
Published by July 20th, 2014 in Editorial and Videos.In Indian, motorcycles are not transported in trailers but most often on top of buses. How Indians do load their motorcycles (usually of the light weight category, but for sure above 100 lbs)? Putting on a head pillow, climbing a ladder with the bike on their noggin. A demonstration …
Velocity Leaf Spring Front End By Voodoo Vintage
Published by July 19th, 2014 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Suspension.Voodoo Vintage offers a vintage style Leaf Spring front end that the shop tweaked for modern days. The top trees are machined and feature 1/2” riser mount holes distanced 3-1/2″ apart to allow the use of traditional Harley-Davidson style risers. The top-tree mounts are the same dimension as the early Harley-Davidson Springer front end, permitting […]
Sturgis Buffalo Chip® Introduces Sturgis Rider Daily
Published by July 19th, 2014 in Editorial and Events.The Sturgis Buffalo Chip®, in partnership with the Rapid City Journal, introduces the brand new Sturgis Rider Daily to provide this year’s Sturgis Rally riders with daily comprehensive news and information. Stepping up to edit the tabloid-sized, full color newspaper is long-time moto-journalist Marilyn Stemp. Stemp is known in the motorcycle industry for her decades […]
From Old School To New School EMD Has Your Touring Bike Covered
Published by July 18th, 2014 in Customs, Driveline and Editorial.Esteves Motorcycle Design (EMD) now offers primary covers for ’07-’14 Harley-Davidson touring bikes in two radically different styles. Responding to current demand for old-school themes, the Snatch is a cast aluminum primary cover featuring a raised ribbed design. The Snatch strives to capture and celebrate the soul of those elusive vintage aftermarket pieces that sometimes […]
The Chronograph To Celebrate The 45th Anniversary Of the Honda CB 750
Published by July 18th, 2014 in Builders, Editorial and Merchandise.Considered by many one of the 10 most important motorcycles of the last century, the first mass produced four-cylinder motorcycle and one of today’s favorite for a Cafe Racer makeover on a low budget, the Honda CB 750 Four is celebrating its 45th Anniversary with a wristwatch. The’’750 Four since 1969′ chronograph is quite nice […]
2014 CrossRoads Events At Sturgis Buffalo Chip
Published by July 17th, 2014 in Editorial and Events.The Sturgis Buffalo Chip’s free-access CrossRoads destination will host countless new events, activities and attractions during the upcoming 2014 Sturgis Rally. Five new bike shows will offer motorcycle enthusiasts the chance to see some of the best in custom bike building. In addition, CrossRoads guests may demo new 2015 Victory Motorcycle models, see new 2015 […]
New Harley-Davidson Detachable Backrest With Three Recline Settings For Touring Models
Published by July 16th, 2014 in Accessories, Customs, Editorial and Seats.Your passenger can select a custom fit with the new Premium Detachable Backrest with Adjustable Recline (P/N 52300257 Chrome, P/N 52300258 Gloss black; $299.95) from Harley-Davidson®. By simply turning the glove-friendly locking knobs, the angle of the backrest upright can be adjusted to one of three recline settings, either 8 degrees back or 8 degrees […]
“Why I ride” (no relation with the recent documentary “Why We Ride” is a new online video series featuring bikers from across the country explaining their thrill for riding. In this segment, a young woman named Leslie Padoll from Brooklyn, NY, despite gender stereotypes and other social challenges, has found solace in riding her motorcycle. With […]
Polish man moved to the USA and married an American girl. Although his English was not perfect, they got along very well. One day he rushed into a lawyer’s office and asked him to arrange a divorce for him. The lawyer said that getting a divorce would depend on the circumstances, and asked him the […]
In Sturgis Jesse James Will Trade Two Wheels For Four To Race The Off Road Championship At The Buffalo Chip
Published by July 15th, 2014 in Editorial and Events.As announced on June 26, Motorsports fans will get more than their fair share of extreme engines, insane speed and colossal crashes at the Sturgis Buffalo Chip’s newly constructed PowerSports Complex this August. The Sturgis Rally entertainment destination has planned a jam-packed week of high-powered competition including TORC (The Off Road Championship), the Nitro National […]
New Sun Ray Seat For Harley-Davidson Rushmore Models To Ride With Warm Buns
Published by July 15th, 2014 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Seats.Flip a switch and chase the chill with the Sun Ray® Heated Seat (P/N 52000135, $799.95) from Harley-Davidson® Designed for 2014 Harley-Davidson Touring and Trike motorcycle models, this seat is perfect for cool-weather riding in any season. The Sun Ray heated seat features dual-zone rider and passenger positions with separate high/low/off toggle heat controls for […]
Fifth Indian Motocycle Day. In Springfield, MA July 20th.
Published by July 15th, 2014 in Builders, Editorial and Events.The 5th Indian Day, a revival of a long-standing celebration of the classic motorcycles that were manufactured in the city Of Springfield, MA from 1901 to 1953 will be held on July 20th on the grounds of the Springfield Museums. Indian Day is about showing people the great variety of Indian Motocycles made and telling […]
You don’t have to wear motorcycle related t-shirts all year long. 2 that you can wear to show your radical thinking, even when riding your favorite brand. The Think Outside The Box T-Shirt to show that you are a creative person. The Luck Smith T-Shirt because luck is a DIY project. Unisex fit. But there […]
Custom Shovelhead. More Beautiful When Naked.
Published by July 14th, 2014 in Builders, Customs and Editorial.On June 28th, as soon as I published postcards from the Magic Bike Rudesheim Bike Show, I received an unusual number of emails requesting a feature on “The Virus”, the custom bike winner of both the highly competitive Radical Class and absolute Best Of Show of the competition. Immediately I contacted Bike Show organizer, friend of […]
Indian Motorcycle Reveals Two-Tone Paint Schemes For 2015 Chief Models
Published by July 13th, 2014 in Builders, Editorial and Events.Indian Motorcycle® announced that two-tone paint schemes, starting at $19,799, will be offered for the upcoming model year Indian Chief line of motorcycles. The iconic vintage paint palettes were revealed over the weekend for fans of classic motorcycles at Vintage Motorcycle Days 2014, which took place at the Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course in Lexington, Ohio. […]
The 70’s Bars Are Back. The Waybacks By Nash.
Published by July 13th, 2014 in Controls, Customs and Editorial.As Nash Motorcycle Company, the boys heard your pleas, and are bringing you their interpretation of the 70’s style pullback bars. The new Waybacks mimic the shape and style of their Looky-Looky bars but with a tweak to make them look like the bars so synonymous with the seventies choppers. Available raw or chrome, with […]
The Slingshot By Polaris. To Be Revealed July 27th.
Published by July 12th, 2014 in Builders, Editorial, Events and Videos.With the slogan “Ignite Your Senses”, Polaris is about to launch The Slingshot on July 27th. The company states that “The Slingshot connects both driver and passenger to the sights, sounds, and smells of the open road. It will make you feel the rush of pavement under your seat and in your chest.” Via 2 teaser […]
S&S Cycle 2nd Annual T124 Engine Demo Days. At Sturgis Dragway August 5-6.
Published by July 12th, 2014 in Customs, Editorial and Engines.For the second year, S&S Cycle is organizing the T124 Engine Demo Days. If you are at least 21 years old with a valid license, you will be able to demo the S&S 124” engine bike on the Sturgis Dragway located 20523 79 in Sturgis is open to licensed drivers 21 years of age or […]
Extended Cable/Line Install Kits For 2014 Harley-Davidson Models With Batwing Fairing
Published by July 11th, 2014 in Controls, Customs and Editorial.Burly Brand continues to grow their extended cable/line kits and recently launched a package for the 2014 HD Rushmore touring models. Each kit includes all the components necessary to install tall bars on your Street Glide or other batwing faired baggers. Burly’s cable kits are designed for 13” or 15″ Apehangers, include bar length specific […]
Shot in & around Ventura, California these brothers split their spare time between riding motorcycles and surfing waves. A culture where man builds with his own hands and the only thing that counts is living in the moment. It is produced to promote a website and brand called Desillusion paying tribute to today’s youth.
Sturgis 6th Annual Biker Belles Celebration Is Tuesday August 5, 2014
Published by July 11th, 2014 in Editorial and Events.The Sturgis Biker Belles Celebration is a day for real women who ride or want to, of women riding stories, of women having fun together. Presented by Harley-Davidson, the day begins at the Lodge in Deadwoodwith an inspiring symposium of leading industry women, including Cat Hammes, motivational speaker and safety expert, Diva Amy Skaling, Team […]
Old School Ribbed Primary Cover For Softail Twin Cam Models
Published by July 10th, 2014 in Customs, Driveline and Editorial.Nothing wrong with the Harley factory primary cover of its Softail Twin Cam models. Except it’s somewhat boring with a “flat” design that has been used since so many years. If you want to add some bad-ass character and old school styling to the left side of your recent Softail, the Snatch cover is an […]
Harley-Davidson Is Recalling 66,421 Touring and CVO Touring Motorcycles 2014 Model Year . Will The Stock Get Punished?
Published by July 10th, 2014 in Builders, Editorial and Events.A total of 66,421 Touring and CVO Touring motorcycles from the 2014 model year are recalled because their front wheels can lock up without warning. These motorcycles with antilock brake system were built between July 1, 2013, and May 7, 2014. Harley-Davidson says the front brake line can get pinched between the fuel tank and […]
A local father put his 3 year old daughter to bed, told her a story and listened to her prayers which ended with her saying, in that sweet little voice, “God bless Mommy, God bless Daddy, God bless Grandma and good-bye Grandpa.” The father asked, ‘Why did you say good-bye Grandpa?’… The little girl said, […]
Café Racers: Speed, Style, and Ton-Up Culture. The Absolute Reference Book.
Published by July 9th, 2014 in Books, Builders, Customs and Editorial.If you didn’t visit Paul d’Orleans’ and Michael Lichter’s exhibition in Sturgis last year, and even if you did, the just released hardcover book “Cafe Racers, Speed, Style and Ton Up Culture” is a must own if you like the Café Racers genre. 224 pages of rich photography by Michael Lichter complemented by the writing […]
