Are you copper or brass? Don’t forget to pimp your oil and fuel hoses. They are, like the classic silver braided lines (also offered by the same company), reinforced rubber hoses available in the most popular sizes. Add matching clamps in size 1.4”, 3/8” and 5/16” sold in packs of 6. At NAMZ USA. […]
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Pimping Your Motorcycle Oil And Fuel Lines
Published by May 15th, 2014 in Accessories, Customs and Editorial.Blind man doesn’t know he walks on the road. Biker (scooterist, but who cares) stops to help him. Kudos to this good man.
Bolt-On Horsepower For Harley-Davidson Touring Models
Published by May 14th, 2014 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Exhaust.You can get a bolt-on performance boost for Harley-Davidson Touring models with the new Screamin’ Eagle® High-Flow Exhaust system (P/N 64800022, $1,299.95) from Harley-Davidson®. Optimized for Custom Vehicle Operation™ 110 and Screamin’ Eagle Stage Kit engine configurations producing 80 to 100+ horsepower, the kit replaces the original-equipment exhaust with large-diameter, free-flowing head pipes and matching […]
In 2015 It Will Be Sturgis Rally 75th Anniversary. The Buffalo Chip Already Planning The Biker Party Of The Century. Passes Available Now.
Published by May 14th, 2014 in Editorial and Events.In 2015, all the roads to the Sturgis Rally may end at the Buffalo Chip where the organization plans the party of the century from July 31st to August 9, 2015. The 2014 Motorcycle and Music Festival is still over 60 days out from seeing its first partier, yet the Buffalo Chip phones have been […]
Tonight May 14, Velocity is airing a special episode of “Dallas Car Sharks” where a very rare 1950 Vincent Comet Motorcycle is auctioned off and restored. The show “Dallas Car Sharks” is on air on Wednesdays at 10 pm ET. You may want to watch.
#BikerLive. Share Your Thoughts About The First Episode Of The New Discovery Build-Off Series.
Published by May 13th, 2014 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.Yesterday evening, many of you watched the 1st episode of #BikerLive, the new Discovery build-off competition opposing 3 builders with viewers using the power of Twitter to determine the winner. The 40Cal Customs Father/Son team (Matt & Edd Harris) helped by Andrew “Carp” Carpenter and Chase Anderson won this first competition, beating Shop 102 and […]
USA First Quarter Sales Of Motorcycles Are Down 0.2%. Blaming The Weather. The Motorcycle Industry Council states that 1st quarter sales are unchanged versus same period of 2013. A very harsh winter seems to have affected the motorcycle industry as it has affected other businesses. The market segments who have progressed dual sport (+3.9%), highway motorcycles […]
#BikerLive. Tonight May 12 At 10/9C. Exclusive Interview With Discovery Executive Producer Christo Doyle.
Published by May 12th, 2014 in Builders, Customs, Editorial, Events and Videos.All new TV motorcycle shows I have announced produce a lot of passionate comments, before it airs, while airing and days if not weeks after. Each of you, bikers, custom builders, part vendors and distributors, motorcycle industry journalists, etc have very precise ideas about what is good or not for our sport and our industry. It […]
Gearheads of early 20th century had a passion for the mono wheel supposedly invented by a Swiss engineer named Gerdes. For some it was the coolest way to move around and thought to have a great future replacing the bicycle despite the risk of breaking your ankle or leg (you had to counter the tilt […]
Today, May 11 is the day in the USA when we celebrate and honor mothers and motherhood, maternal bonds , and the influence of mothers in society. So happy Mother’s Day to all mothers reading me.
2014 Quail Motorcycle Gathering To Celebrate Evolution Of The Motorcycle And 100 Years Of Bonneville Speed Trials
Published by May 10th, 2014 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.The 6th annual Quail Motorcycle Gathering is a great opportunity the to spend a day amongst the finer things in life related to motorcycling. The one-day event is set for Saturday May 17, 2014 from 10.00 am to 3.30 pm. at the Quail Lodge & Golf Club in Carmel, California and will celebrate the evolution […]
For those who don’t want to buy special gloves to use their digital devices, there is another option. NANOTIPS is a liquid polyamide solution that will transform your favorite gloves into touchscreen gloves. It may be the best and most economical way to go especially if you own and use multiple pairs of gloves depending […]
Biker Battleground Phoenix. A New Bagger Build-Off TV Series To Premiere On History Channel July 1 at 10 PM ET/PT.
Published by May 9th, 2014 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.TV is back at featuring custom bike builders at work. After #BikerLive the new TV reality show from Discovery to premiere this coming Monday, May 12 at 10ET/9C, the History Channel is also announcing a new reality show named “Biker Battleground Phoenix” to debut Tuesday, July 1 at 10 pm ET/PT. The series follow 5 […]
Out Of Nothing. The Documentary. It’s 5 Days Of Racing. But It’s 360 Days To Get Ready For These Days.
Published by May 9th, 2014 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Videos.2014 is a great production year for motorcycle documentaries. Another excellent one to premiere on May 17th is “Out Of Nothing”, the inspiring true story of four tenacious men who risk everything to conquer motorcycle land speed records on the Salts of Bonneville, Utah. The documentary follows brothers Mark & Carl Bjorklund from Bellingham, WA, […]
Tim decided to tie the knot with his long time girlfriend. One evening, after the honeymoon, he was assembling some loads for an upcoming hunt. His wife was standing there at the bench watching him. After a long period of silence she finally speaks … “Honey, I’ve been thinking … now that we are married, […]
Cool Vintage Looking Parts For Your Harley Twin Cam Dyna, Softail and Tourer.
Published by May 8th, 2014 in Builders, Customs and Editorial.The dream of many of you riding a modern Harley is to be able to turn its appearance into a more classic style reminiscent of the past. With parts you can easily bolt-on, giving the appearance of a serious custom job without breaking the bank and without voiding a warranty and altering any factory characteristics. […]
How Do You Know For Sure When To Change Your Hydraulic Brake And Clutch Fluid?
Published by May 8th, 2014 in Editorial.You all know that you have to flush and change your bike hydraulic fluid for both brake and clutch. A task that many postpone or forget to do when they should. The question is when? Home mechanics and motorcycle shop service departments should all keep some “detection strips” clearly telling you if your bike is […]
Bolt-On And Ride Harley-Davidson V-Rod
Published by May 8th, 2014 in Builders, Customs and Editorial.Introduced in 2001, the Harley V-Rod VRSC (V-Twin Racing Street Custom) was launched to compete against muscle bikes with a Revolution 60-degree v-twin engine jointly developed with Porsche and featuring for the 1st time overhead cams and liquid cooling. Loosely based on the VR-1000 Superbike, the V-Rod is an excellent platform that I enjoyed riding […]
The Difference Between Solid And Plated Brass Headlights
Published by May 7th, 2014 in Customs, Editorial and Electrical.Adding a vintage touch to your bike will often lead you to “brass plate” your parts or buy some of the many brass plated ones available from aftermarket vendors. Disadvantage, polishing them will progressively remove the plating. These 2 new headlights from Paughco are solid brass, meaning deep drawn from a solid sheet of solid […]
I must acknowledge that I didn’t know Rewaco Trikes a company born in Germany in 1990. It started producing Volkswagen then Ford engines powered trikes. Rewaco tried several times to break into the American market, did some sales here with a new RF-1 series, and now, via Rewaco USA based in Florida, expect to make some […]
Satisfaction Index. US Dealers Doing A Better Job At Selling Motorcycles.
Published by May 7th, 2014 in Builders, Editorial and Events.The Pied Piper Prospect Satisfaction Index (PSI) use a patent-pending mystery shoppers methodology to score sales success of dealers of major motorcycle brands. On different criteria regarding the sales process motorcycle dealer performance vary considerably, but overall they do a better job than in 2013 with 12 of 17 motorcycle brands achieving higher scores. Ducati […]
Italy Biker Fest International. May 15-18, 2014
Published by May 7th, 2014 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.For my European readers. Biker Fest International is the largest open-air biker event for motorcycles in Italy and one of one the most famous in Europe. The event will be the 28th edition in the seaside resort of Lignano Sabbiadoro on the North Adriatic Sea (the city can sleep 250,000 people). The 2 most important […]
Ness Engine Stabilizer For Touring Models
Published by May 6th, 2014 in Customs, Editorial and Engines.A nice custom touch for your 2009-up Harley touring models. Replaces your stock engine link. Constructed from billet aluminum with spherical bearings machined with a counter bore for clean flush mounted hardware. Available in chrome or black anodize finish in 2 designs “Hole Shot” and “Deep Cut”. At Arlen Ness.
Bonneville 1914-2014. Limited Edition 100th Anniversary Tee Shirt.
Published by May 6th, 2014 in Customs, Editorial, Events and Merchandise.S&S Cycle, in cooperation with the Bonneville Speedway Museum, is offering a special limited edition 100th anniversary Bonneville t-shirt to commemorate a century of land speed racing at the Bonneville Salt Flats. After all, S&S has a long history of racing at the “great white dyno.” S&S company founder George J. Smith set his first […]
Dimple Magnetic Oil Plugs Demonstrated
Published by May 6th, 2014 in Customs, Editorial and Engines.Demonstrating Dimple Motor Oil Magnet Plugs.
