I have featured a couple of times “Tribute To Hagakure”, its fabrication by Laurent Dutruel, then the tentative Land Speed Record in Bonneville (000 A-PG class, less than 1000 cc) ending up with runs at the speed of 129.2 mph (208 km/h) on a bike without any suspension and no gearbox! 2 Years to built […]
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Tribute To Hagakure. 2nd Place 2013 World Championship Of Bike Building.
Published by June 17th, 2013 in Builders, Customs and Editorial.Cafe Racer Style Seats For Your Harley Sportster
Published by June 16th, 2013 in Customs, Editorial and Seats.No other Harley model than the Sportster let you easily transform your bike into a modern Cafe Racer. One of the key parts to help you make the transition is the seat. So, Biltwell released a slim version of what the Ton Ups were using in the 60’s and 70’s. It will only fit stock […]
Because tomorrow is Father’s Day, I thought it would be appropriate to run this video produced by Robert Pandya. Robert is in charge of Indian Motorcycle public relations and frequently comments in my website to answer your questions. He had a chance to ride with his Dad, Dr. Kirit K. Pandya (An Indian from India) […]
Rossmeyer’s Harley-Davidson Museum Moving From Daytona Beach Street To Ormond Beach Destination Daytona
Published by June 15th, 2013 in Editorial and Events.The original Daytona Rossmeyer Harley-Davidson store at 290 North Beach Street that was turned into a museum after the passing of Bruce Rossmeyer in 2009 in a motorcycle accident is going to close its doors and be moved at the end of 2014 to Destination Daytona in Ormond Beach where it will occupy the second […]
Zipper’s Belt-To-Chain Conversion Kits For Performance Applications Or Old School Appeal
Published by June 14th, 2013 in Customs, Driveline and Editorial.Converting a late model belt driven Harley-Davidson® to a chain drive is being made by a lot of bikers for a wide range of reasons, a few being interested in a different final drive ratio, adding driveline strength, getting more driveline clearance for a wider tire or looking for the “old school” look. With its […]
Harley-Davidson Presents Pope Francis Two Motorcycles And A Leather Jacket.
Published by June 14th, 2013 in Builders, Editorial and Events.During this week 110th Anniversary celebration in Rome, Italy Pope Francis was presented 2 Harleys and a leather jacket. Great publicity for the Milwaukee manufacturer, but what the Pope is going to do with them? I guess auctioning them fto benefit a catholic charity. Maybe the Vatican will send me a press release. All week, Harley-Davidson […]
Those looking for the hard core racer look may like these “industrial design” pegs made out of cast aluminum. Concession to modern times, they are chrome plated and probably somewhat slippery, but only tough bikers will apply to get a set. Hollow triple “1/s” on the face. Will install on most peg mounts. Made in […]
Clean Your Bagger With This New Ass Kicker Replacement Rear Fender
Published by June 13th, 2013 in Chassis, Customs and Editorial.The Ass Kicker is a very clean replacement rear bagger fender featuring a perfectly smoothed out top and sides with stock side ridges completely eliminated. This is a true replacement fender and utilizes your stock mounting hardware. The Ass Kicker mounts inside your struts exactly like your stock fender, so that you can use your […]
On Every Sunday. The Life Of A Factory Motocross Mechanic Is Not An Easy One.
Published by June 13th, 2013 in Editorial and Videos.The life of factory racing mechanics is not an easy one. On every Sunday, factory motocross race motorcycles (worth well over 100 K) are torn down, cleaned and rebuilt. Watch Suzuki Factory mechanics Lee McCollum and Rene Zapata maintain James Stewart’s Suzuki RM-Z450.
Todd’s Cycle Closing California Shop. Opening Todd’s Cycles Hawaii. Don’t look anymore for Todd’s Cycles in Huntington Beach, California. Todd Silicato and family with custom bikes and tools are moving this month to even sunnier Kauai, Hawaii. Nothing has changed except a new zip code, a new logo, a currently updated website and Facebook page. […]
I guess this feature is mainly for entertainment. I bet none of you is going to be convinced to buy this environmentally friendly, no saddle, no pedals ride by Flitz. It features a unique frame resembling the old style of hobby horse bikes dating back to the early 19th century and used at the time […]
New Fork-Mounted Wind Deflectors Reduce Turbulence To Rider
Published by June 12th, 2013 in Chassis, Customs and Editorial.These new Fork-Mount Wind Deflectors (P/N 57400146 Touring, P/N 57400143 Softail®; $89.95) from Harley-Davidson® extend windshield coverage for superior protection in any weather. Shaped to direct the rush of air and turbulence around the rider, the scooper deflectors attach to the fork brackets for a clean, integrated look. The chrome finish complements polished or chrome […]
Soon A Stealth Motorcycle For US Special Forces
Published by June 12th, 2013 in Builders, Controls and Editorial.For their military operations US Special Operation Forces need a fast, near silent and easy to handle mean of transportation. For this purpose, Zero Motorcycles conceived an all electric off-road motorcycle currently being tested in real operation conditions. The 2013 MMX military motorcycle main features include:
Sturgis. First Ultimate Custom Bike Show Presented By J&P Cycles.
Published by June 12th, 2013 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.For the first time ever in Sturgis Biker Pros is producing a standalone Ultimate Builder competition during the Sturgis Rally next to the Harley-Davidson pavilion mid-week on Wednesday, August 7, 2013. The Ultimate Builder Custom Bike Show presented by J&P Cycles matches some of the best custom bike builders in the country against one another as […]
One day at the bakery… A Jew and an Arab meet into a bakery. The Arab steals 3 pastries and puts them in his pocket. He says to the Jew, “See how good I am? The owner didn’t see anything!” The Jew says to the Arab, “I am going to show you there is nobody better than […]
Rick‘s New Rod Wheel. The First 30 Inch Front Wheel Made in Germany
Published by June 11th, 2013 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Wheels.Rick’s Motorcycles, the custom division of “House Of Custom” is probably the most well known non-US based wheel manufacturer. From Germany, the company exports its high-end wheels worldwide with many models adopted by top American custom builders. Although he knows that the very tall front wheel market is and will remain limited, Rick is launching […]
Looking For Bikers To Become Mystery Shoppers For Major Motorcycle Manufacturer
Published by June 11th, 2013 in Builders, Editorial and Events.Want to make some money evaluating motorcycle dealers in your area? Through its market research company, a major motorcycle manufacturer wants to evaluate its US and Canadian dealers and for this purpose is looking for bikers to be Mystery Shoppers. Mystery shopping is a tool used since the 940’s to measure quality of service, compliance […]
Steve McQueen’s Legendary 1931 Harley-Davidson VL Motorcycle And Truck Up For Auction
Published by June 11th, 2013 in Builders, Editorial and Events.Steve McQueen’s 1931 Harley Davidson VL 74 will be sold to the highest bidder at the inaugural Mecum Celebrity Items Auction July 26-27 celebrating the Legendary History of Hollywood on July 26-27, 2013 at the Barker Hanger in Santa Monica, California. In addition to the motorcycle, several other rare McQueen items will be auctioned including his […]
Not the first time I publish the work of “Shaw Speed & Custom” the custom division of official UK dealer Shaw Harley-Davidson. Bespoke machines always interesting to feature because they are all modified recent Harley-Davidson factory models still retaining their titles and street legal on European roads. This one based on the Blackline FXS Softail, […]
Your Chance To Win The New 2014 Indian Chief
Published by June 9th, 2013 in Builders, Editorial and Events.You can be one of the first to own the all-new 2014 Indian Chief…without paying for it. Just participate to the Indian sweepstakes. No purchase necessary.(A purchase will not improve your chance of winning.) here are 3 ways to enter it. 1.) Visit Indian Motorcycle Sweepstakesand complete an Official Online Entry form between 12:01am ET […]
The New One from The Olsen’s. A Custom 1923 Harley JD Boardtrack Racer.
Published by June 9th, 2013 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Videos.Builder Matt Olsen from Carl’s Cycle Supply sent me the just edited video of the custom bike he and his wife Britney built for the 5th edition of the Born-Free Event (June 29 at Oak Canyon Ranch, Silverdao CA). Matt was last year’s best of show with a custom Knucklehead, and to defend his title […]
David Uhl Creates “Chance Encounter” To Commemorate 110th Anniversary Celebrations In Rome And Vatican City.
Published by June 9th, 2013 in Editorial, Events and Painters.Harley-Davidson revealed exclusive artwork by officially licensed artist David Uhl in coordination with the Vatican to mark the brand’s 110th anniversary event in Rome June 12 to 16. David will make an appearance at the event in Rome and will present one of the canvas Giclee prints to the Vatican “Chance Encounter” depicts a Vatican official […]
Solo Seat Air Ride Suspension Kits By TC Bros
Published by June 8th, 2013 in Customs, Editorial and Suspension.your bike is a hardtail your solo seat suspension is your best or worst enemy for comfortable riding. These air ride kits intend to provide comfort, vibration dampening and adjustability depending of your weight and preferences. A compact rubber air spring offers far superior vibration dampening as compared to traditional seat springs or shocks. The […]
New Men’s Performance Shirts From Harley-Davidson
Published by June 8th, 2013 in Builders, Editorial and Merchandise.Engineered as a body temperature-regulating base layer, the newest H-D Performance Sportswear shirts from the Harley-Davidson® MotorClothes® line keep riders cool and comfortable on hot days. Both the Garage Performance Shirt (P/N 96524-13VM, starting at $70) and the Bold Short-Sleeve Performance Shirt (P/N 96518-13VM, starting at $70) are constructed from moisture-wicking 100 percent cotton twill […]
Popular S&S V111 Engine Now Offered In Polished Finish
Published by June 7th, 2013 in Customs, Editorial and Engines.By popular request S&S Cycle has added polished V111 engines for 1984-1999 carbureted Harley-Davidson Big Twins. The 111 cubic inch V111 engine is already one of S&S most popular replacement engines for performance touring applications. The square configuration with a short 41/8″ stroke equal to the large 41/8″ bore, makes this engine smooth, minimizing vibrations […]
Harley-Davidson Lineup For 110th Anniversary Celebration. Rock To Rap and Everything In Between
Published by June 7th, 2013 in Builders, Editorial and Events.An eclectic mix of talent ranging from emerging stars to legendary bands will rock the Milwaukee Lakefront with Harley-Davidson during the culmination of the company’s year-long, global 110th Anniversary Celebration. More than 60 bands will take to the stages of Milwaukee’s Henry Maier Festival Park (Summerfest Grounds) Thursday, Aug. 29, through Sunday, Sept.1, 2013. The […]
