FiltroMax let you installi a high-volume aftermarket oil filter on your motorcycle. The steel bracket included with the FiltroMax welds wherever you want onto your frame for custom installation, or you can hang the unit behind your bike’s side-mount license plate bracket or wherever tickles your fancy. The investment-cast, finned aluminum body gives a bit […]
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FiltroMax Universal Remote Oil Filter Mount. Guaranteed To Cool The Look Of Your Bike
Published by October 30th, 2013 in Customs, Editorial and Engines.Why We Ride. A Documentary Film Playing At Your Local Theater.
Published by October 30th, 2013 in Editorial, Events and Videos.On October 2, 2013, I published the trailer of “Why We Ride” the new acclaimed documentary about the passion of all riders and the soul of their machines. The filmmakers just announced a creative concept in order to get the movie in the hands of the riders without the normal restrictions of Hollywood. The screening program, […]
New S&S Cycle Stealth Air Cleaner Covers
Published by October 29th, 2013 in Customs, Editorial and Engines.To add performance and style to your ride, S&S Cycle offers these 3 covers for their own S&S Stealth air cleaner. Similar to the existing round Bobber covers, and machined of solid billet aluminum, these stylish covers are powder coated gloss black and with machined highlights to add details to the design. Compatible with any […]
Direct replacement Spoke Wheels For Harley-Davidson Trike Models
Published by October 29th, 2013 in Customs, Editorial and Wheels.For all the 3-wheel riders HDW (HD Wheels) started to manufacture rear spoke wheels for Harley-Davidson Trike models that will allow you to fit either motorcycle or car tires. As always, wheel looks can be customized from almost any aspect: spokes count, lacing styles, color and finishing options for spokes and rim. Bolt pattern on […]
Cole Foster Retro Inspired Grips
Published by October 27th, 2013 in Controls, Customs and Editorial.Of course, there are many retro style grips available for your Chopper or Bobber. But these ones are signed Cole Foster and are available in new colors you can’t find elsewhere. Black is too boring? What about Mocha or Grey Marble? They are available for 1” or 7/8” bars and come in a cool Deco […]
Harley-Davidson, Polaris, Arctic Cat. Which Company To Invest In?
Published by October 27th, 2013 in Editorial and Events.Talking with my friends about the future of the motorcycle industry, very often the conversation slides to which recreational vehicle company is going to perform the best? It continues to surprise many that in this economic environment, both Harley-Davidson (NYSE: HOG), Polaris (NYSE: PII) and Arctic Cat also selling snowmobiles, ATV’s & UTV’s (NASDAQ: ACAT) […]
Harley-Davidson New Premium Travel-Pak Bags
Published by October 26th, 2013 in Accessories, Builders, Customs and Editorial.They are re-shaped to specifically fit Harley-Davidson® Project RUSHMORE Tour-Pak® luggage and hard saddlebags. Handy features and deluxe materials distinguish the new Premium Travel-Pak Collection. Each Travel-Pak bag is manufactured of durable, water-resistant ballistic nylon and styled to compliment the Harley-Davidson® Premium Luggage Collection. The exterior features comfortable carrying handles, heavy-duty glove-friendly zippers, a zippered […]
BOSCH Explains The New Motorcycle Stability Control
Published by October 26th, 2013 in Editorial and Videos.The Motorcycle Stability Control (MSC) is a new form of technology intended to make motorcycles much more safer than when only equipped with ABS. It is conceived to prevent both wheels from slipping when the bike is leaning right or left and from righting when braking in a curve. During strong acceleration, the MSC system […]
Rick’s “Good Guys” Adjustable Clutch And Brake Levers
Published by October 25th, 2013 in Controls, Customs and Editorial.Rick’s Motorcycles released its first adjustable hand control levers in 2012. The new version features a slightly modified design to minimize tolerance and wear while providing the same lever force on both clutch and brake sides. Lever force can be adjusted at the easy-to-access button at the pivot point, even while riding, with levers offered […]
Metzeler To Premiere New Tires At The Metzeler Legendary Knight Event In Italy
Published by October 25th, 2013 in Customs, Editorial and Events.The world premiere of the new SPORTEC™ M7 RR supersport tires and of the custom touring ME 888 MARATHON™ Ultra in a Whitewall version and new 23 inch front size will take place at the Metzeler Legendary Knight, a free open bar event that will also feature two special guest stars to launch the new products, both of whom are avid […]
More Bands, More Builders, More Stars, More Action At The Lone Star Rally! Oct 31 -Nov 3.
Published by October 25th, 2013 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.For the 2013 Lone Star Rally tens of thousands of motorcycle enthusiasts will roll again into Historic Galveston for 4 days of free concerts and to shop amonghundreds of vendors selling everything from the hottest new accessories and bike enhancements to leatherwear and jewelry. Rally goers will enjoy some of the coolest paint and tricked […]
Picture Of The Week. Winter Arrived In Sturgis.
Published by October 25th, 2013 in Editorial and Events.South Dakota already got its winter share of snow and of storms with high winds up to 60 mph. For those who are familiar with Sturgis Lazelle Street, a recent picture of some damage at the Easyriders Saloon extension to the the ex-Broken Spoke Saloon.
What better way to share the holiday spirit than with these exciting Motorcycle Holiday and Greeting Cards photographed by leading motorsports and fashion photographer Jimmy “The Greek” Gianatsis for his line of Motorcycle Pinup Calendars. Choose from Christmas, Motorcycle, and “Get Well” themes, along with Greeting Cards featuring your favorite racers in World Superbike and […]
New York City To Spend $2.6 million On 100 Harley-Davidson Motorcycles. The NYPD began using Harleys in the late 1950s. The last Harley-Davidson purchase was in 2007, when cops bought $945,000 worth of bikes. The NYPD traditionally uses the Harley-Davidson Road King and Electra Glide, which both range from $18,000 to $24,000. The Harleys are […]
A woman is having an affair during the day while her husband is at work. Her 9 year old son comes home unexpectedly, sees them and hides in the bedroom closet to watch. The woman’s husband also comes home. She puts her lover in the closet, not realizing that the little boy is in there already. The little […]
The American Petroleum Institute (API), a national trade association that represents America’s oil and natural gas industry, conducted a survey whose results show that more than three-fourths of Americans fear that E15 fuel may damage fuel system components, the American Motorcyclist Association reports. Also, more than two-thirds of those surveyed believe that using more corn […]
Magnaflow Partners With Arlen Ness Motorcycles On New Co-Branded Line Of Exhaust Systems. Products To Debut On Let It Ride TV Show.
Published by October 23rd, 2013 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Exhaust.Magnaflow, a global leader in automotive performance exhaust products, today announces a new partnership with Arlen Ness Motorcycles to manufacture and sell a complete line of co-branded exhaust products. Known as “Arlen Ness by Magnaflow”, the high-performance, high-quality, made in the USA exhaust systems will be designed by Arlen Ness for American V-Twin motorcycles. The […]
Limited Edition 1199 Ducati Panigale As A Tribute To F1 Pilot Ayrton Senna
Published by October 23rd, 2013 in Builders, Customs and Editorial.To honor Ayrton Senna da Silva (1960-1994), the legendary Brazilian Formula One racing driver who won three world championships before being killed in an accident during the San Marino Grand Prix, Ducati is launching the special edition Senna 1199 Panigale S. Production will begin mid 2014 to mark 20 years since Senna’s death. Only 161 […]
Harley-Davidson CEO Keith Wandell. Recall Won’t Slow 2014 Models Demand.
Published by October 23rd, 2013 in Builders, Editorial and Events.Harley-Davidson recall of 29,000 of the company’s much-hyped 2014 Project Rushmore models equates to about 11% of the total number of motorcycles Harley-Davidson expects to ship in 2013. Will it have a strong impact on consumers demand? No, said President, Chairman and CEO Keith Wandell during yesterday Tuesday’s third-quarter earnings report. He believes that the […]
Young California shop Champions Moto built a trio of very nice customs with Café Racer styling, the Streetmaster, Brighton and So-Cal Miler. To commemorate the bikes that got them started, they created 3 tee-shirts for those who believe in the tenets of Café bike culture: freedom, individually and a lust for speed. A limited edition […]
Polaris 3rd Quarter Profit Up On Higher Selling Prices.
Published by October 22nd, 2013 in Builders, Editorial and Events.Polaris Industries Inc. said Tuesday that its third-quarter net income rose 20 percent, buoyed by higher selling prices and lower product costs. The snowmobile and ATV maker also increased its full-year earnings from continuing operations and revenue forecasts. Chairman and CEO Scott Wine said in a statement that there’s continued demand for the Minneapolis company’s […]
Biltwell Gringo Full-Face Helmet
Published by October 22nd, 2013 in Accessories, Customs and Editorial.With the slogan “The Quality says NASA. The Style Says NASCAR”, Bitwell is launching the Biltwell Gringo full-face helmet with an aesthetic that conjures the spirit of motorcycle and 1970’s drag racing’s golden era. The Features include a seamless injection-molded ABS outer shell, shock-absorbing EPS inner shell and a removable hand-stitched comfort liner with open-cell […]
Harley-Davidson 3rd Quarter Earnings And Retail Motorcycle Sales Rise Sharply. Sales Rise 15.5% Worldwide, 20.1% in the U.S.
Published by October 22nd, 2013 in Builders, Editorial and Events.This morning October 22, 2013 before Wall Street opening, Harley-Davidson, Inc. (NYSE: HOG) announced its 3rd quarter earnings and dealer new motorcycle sales.Sales rose sharply in the third quarter of 2013, compared to the year-ago period. Worldwide retail sales of new Harley-Davidson motorcycles increased 15.5% in the quarter, including a 20.1% increase in the U.S., compared […]
The 2nd Annual “Conrad’s Ride” Will Be Held November 2, 2013 During The Lone Star Rally
Published by October 22nd, 2013 in Editorial and Events.The Conrad’s Ride to honor Texas native Conrad Nicklus will begin at 8 a.m. and is hosted by Indian Motorcycle and The Lone Star Rally Team. The start location is at the “Fish Tales Demo Lot” between 25th and 27th on Seawall Blvd. Indian will provide their Demo Fleet for all ride participants who provide […]
For Max Hazan of Brooklyn based Hazan Motorworks, motorcycles are an artistic medium. “I approach the process if it were a painting or sculpture, each part being the same as a brushstroke…”, he likes to repeat. So, some are going to admire this superb rolling piece of art. Others are going to state that it’s […]
Exclusive. Roger Bourget Unveils 2 New Limited Edition Custom Baggers During Daytona Biketoberfest.
Published by October 20th, 2013 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.Since 2011, date at which he launched his new shop named Bourget’s Chopper Shoppe in Montrose CO, Roger Bourget was very discreet about his new custom work. Then, a few months ago, he made me aware that the 2013 edition of Daytona Biketoberfest was his deadline to present 2 new extreme Bagger designs. But don’t […]
