Two Brothers Racing has a long and superb reputation for creating high performance parts for racing and sport bikes. And now the company intends to become a contender in the v-twin cruiser market with a new line of custom parts for Harley-Davidson models. Among the first parts to be released, this Comp-V 2-in-1 Air Intake […]
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Two Brothers Racing 2 Into 1 Air Intake System
Published by February 13th, 2014 in Customs, Editorial and Engines.The Quail Motorcycle Gathering. May 17, 2014 In Carmel, California
Published by February 13th, 2014 in Builders, Editorial and Events.This Motorycle event attracts to the Monterey Peninsula California connoisseurs and enthusiasts from around the world to celebrate the finest examples of modern and vintage motorcycles. The Quail Motorcycle Gathering is a family-friendly event that has something for everyone: exceptional motorcycles displayed on the immaculate green grasses of Quail Lodge & Golf Club, live bands […]
Harley Davidson® Performance Eyewear Line By Wilex
Published by February 13th, 2014 in Accessories, Customs and Editorial.Eyewear innovator Wiley X® has added an important new model to its Harley Davidson® Performance Eyewear line , the new-for-2014 HD Zone. As part of Wiley X’s road-proven Climate Control™ Series, the new HD Zone features a patented removable, soft-foam Facial Cavity™ Seal that blocks out wind, dust and reflected light for enhanced vision and […]
Super Soft “Half Waffle” Hand Grips
Published by February 12th, 2014 in Controls, Customs and Editorial.The recipe for these comfortable “Half Waffle” grips? A super soft and durable molded material with a center ribbed finish, a checkered pattern on one side and a close knit nubby pattern on the other. These unique grips from Licks Cycles are just the ticket for addressing comfort and grip issues on many motorcycle styles, […]
Play It Loud. Instant Audio Upgrade for the 2014 Harley-Davidson Boom! Box Infotainment System
Published by February 12th, 2014 in Accessories and Editorial.The new Boom!™ Audio High Performance Speakers from Harley-Davidson® Genuine Motor Parts and Accessories are an instant audio upgrade to the Boom! ™ Box infotainment systems on 2014 Harley-Davidson Touring and Trike models. The Boom!™ Audio 6.5-Inch High Performance Fairing Speakers (P/N 76000317, $199.95) and Boom!™ Audio 6.5-Inch High Performance Tour-Pak Rear Speakers (P/N 76000318, […]
The 2014 Indian Motorcycle Demo Tour is coming to a city near you. It features the all-new Indian® Chief motorcycles, including the Chief® Classic, the Chief® Vintage and the fully-loaded hard bagger, the Chieftain™. Riders must be 18 or older, provide valid motorcycle endorsement and wear proper riding attire. A list of cities is listed at […]
URB-E Scooter To Ride The Last Mile
Published by February 12th, 2014 in Builders, Customs and Editorial.Many new companies are developing products to satisfy the growing consumer market of e-urban transportation. In this case, the concept being this product (scooter?) is to resolve the problem associated with using public transportation because it never get you to your final destination after getting off the train or bus. It’s a scenario referred to as the […]
A Canadian salesman checked into a futuristic hotel in Tokyo Japan. Realizing he needed a haircut before the next day’s meeting, he called down to the desk clerk to ask if there was a barber on the premises. ‘”‘m afraid not, sir” the clerk told him apologetically, “but down the hall from your room is a […]
Pecision Billet And Paul Tracy’s Black Label Baggers Team Up To Design Custom Harley-Davidson Parts
Published by February 11th, 2014 in Customs, Editorial and Events.Precision Billet Product LLC and Paul Tracy of Black Label Baggers announced they have teamed up to design and craft a new line of Harley Davidson Billet accessories to compliment Black Label’s new lineup of custom bags, fenders and side covers. This newly crafted line will consist of floorboards, bag latches, air cleaner, derby covers, […]
Roadsmith Unveils The Industry’s First New Indian Trike Conversion
Published by February 11th, 2014 in Builders, Customs and Editorial.Given the initial reception of the new Indian Chief motorcycle, it appears that the Indian brand is going to be around for a very long time. So, as expected, Indian is inspiring manufacturers and after-market vendors. Roadsmith Trikes unveiled the industry’s first new Indian trike conversion at this year’s V-Twin Dealer Expo in Cincinnati this […]
Progressive Suspension Lowered Fork Springs For 2014 Touring models
Published by February 11th, 2014 in Customs, Editorial and Suspension.The latest generation of Harley Touring models saw a number of improvements, one of the more significant being an upgrade to a 49mm fork tube to help stabilize the front end. What they didn’t include is an option to lower it and that’s where the folks at Progressive Suspension come in. They’ve been creating high […]
Motorcyclepedia To Host Newburgh Motorcycle Swap Meet On April 6, 2014
Published by February 11th, 2014 in Editorial and Events.The Motorcyclepedia Museum, located at 250 Lake Street in Newburgh, New York, will host a motorcycle, parts, and accessories swap meet on Sunday, April 6, 2014. Because the meet is an indoor event, it will be held rain or shine, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Vendor spaces are available and are included in the cost […]
Custom Ducati Full Sport By Bryan Fuller
Published by February 10th, 2014 in Builders, Customs and Editorial.The 1970’s Ducati Super Sport defined a new era and a new line of thinking for Ducati. A philosophy that would lead to the creation of the modern Superbike. Only around 430 to 450 have been produced and custom builder Bryan Fuller is one of many who, a few years back, fell in love with the […]
To add rigidity and stability to their front end, Dragster and some street motorcycles benefit from a fork brace. This accessory also became a nice custom touch on many other bikes. This fork brace belongs to this category. Machined from billet aluminum it will fit either on 39 mm and 41.2 mm Showa type front […]
“Always forgive your enemies, nothing annoys them so much.” Oscar Wilde
The Victory Gunner. Big Muscle In A Throwback Bobber Style Motorcycle.
Published by February 8th, 2014 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.In the Bobber category, most motorcycles privilege style over power and handling. To differentiate itself from the competition, Victory Motorcycles created a new offering adding the extremely popular urban retro design to the ride and handling that comes standard in a Victory cruiser, making the 106” Gunner their first Bobber able to outclass others both […]
Softail And Touring Exhaust Systems. “Have It Your Way” Program.
Published by February 8th, 2014 in Customs, Editorial and Exhaust.So many exhaust systems to choose from. Why not design it your own way to make your motorcycle uniquely yours? It’s the idea introduced by Samson Exhaust with the 2014 “Have It Your Way” program. Now, you can match their true dual head pipe system for Harley-Davidson Softail and Touring models with any muffler style: […]
S&S Cams For Harley-Davidson Twin Cam 103” Engine. 101 Horsepower And 105 Ft/Lbs Torque.
Published by February 8th, 2014 in Customs, Editorial and Engines.If you’ve got a bike with a Harley-Davidson® Twin Cam 103™ engine, and you’re looking for a way to squeeze some extra juice out of it, S&S has just what you need. They’ve put together a selection of bolt-in cams with 2 new grinds and one current favorite that will produce amazing results in an […]
The 2015 Victory Gunner Unveiled In Chicago And Here Tomorrow Saturday February 8, 2014 At Noon CST
Published by February 7th, 2014 in Builders, Editorial and Events.In the USA, the motorcycle industry is getting some momentum from an economic tailwind. Polaris, with its Victory and Indian brands and Harley-Davidson are all going to continue to benefit from it all along 2014. During the 4th quarter 2013, Polaris motorcycle division picked up some speed mainly due to the revived Indian brand launch. […]
Misfit D-Bomb Tank. All The Air You Need To Adjust Your Bagger Ride Height.
Published by February 7th, 2014 in Customs, Editorial and Suspension.New from Misfit Industries comes the latest in air systems. The D-Bomb 200 psi air tank. It comes with all the mounting gear needed to install it right under the left saddlebag for a custom concealed look. Mifit mentioned to me that they opted for a round shape with absolutely no square edges to prevent […]
Spectro To Launch 2 New Products Tomorrow During The 2014 V-Twin Expo.
Published by February 7th, 2014 in Editorial, Engines and Suspension.Tomorrow Saturday Feb, 8 at the Cincinnati V-Twin Expo, Spectro Oils of America, one of the world’s foremost brands of quality, specialty lubricants for all types of power-sports engines and transmissions, is introducing 2 new products. A new Suspension Cleaner and a new Semi-Synthetic Engine Oil specifically formulated towards Victory and Indian motorcycles to meet […]
Pope Francis’ Harley-Davidson Sold For $328,000
Published by February 7th, 2014 in Editorial and Events.The 2013 Harley-Davidson Dyna Glide Custom given to Pope Francis, by Willie G. Davidson as a gift during the Harley 110th anniversary celebration in Rome, was auctioned yesterday in Paris, France by auction house Bonhams. After a 6-minute bidding war, an unknown european bidder became Francis’s Harley owner for a price of 241,500 euros or […]
Exclusive Preview Of Renegade New Wheel Designs For 2014.
Published by February 6th, 2014 in Customs, Editorial and Wheels.They are brand new designs for 2014 from Renegade Wheels and will be unveiled to the dealers visiting the Cincinnati V-Twin Expo this coming Saturday February 8 (booth 433) The 4 new models are: 1- The Warwick, one tough looking swept 5-spoke wheel. Every spoke appears to be three uniquely layered blades on top of […]
Captain America Now Rides A Street 750 Harley Davidson.
Published by February 6th, 2014 in Builders, Editorial and Events.Via sponsorship of the X Games Aspen, Harley-Davidson just showcased a pair of ice-racing Street 750 around a frozen lake doing upwards of 100 mph. It’s all part of a campaign to demonstrate that The Street is an entry bike for the youngsters looking for adventure but who can be intimidated by a big cc […]
Harley-Davidson Raises Quarterly Dividend 31% to $0.275 and Authorizes 20 Million Shares Buyback
Published by February 6th, 2014 in Builders, Editorial and Events.Harley-Davidson, Inc. (NYSE: HOG) declared a quarterly dividend of $0.275 per share, or $1.1 annualized. This is a 31% increase from the prior dividend of $0.21. The dividend will be payable on March 7, 2014, to stockholders of record on February 19, 2014, with an ex-dividend date of February 14, 2014. The annual yield on […]
Harley-Davidson To Bring Back The Road Glide
Published by February 5th, 2014 in Builders, Editorial and Events.Last year, when I announced that the 2 Road Glide models (FLTRX Road Glide Custom and FLTRU Road Glide Ultra) would disappear from the 2014 lineup, many among you were surprised and disappointed, and could not understand Harley’s decision. At that time, the Milwaukee executives explained that it was part of the yearly process of discontinuing a […]
