Metal305 was founded in the summer of 2012 by a couple of Miami vintage motorcycle enthusiasts who wanted to start a group of like-minded riders in the Miami area. Metal305 includes bike nights and networking the small independent shops in the area for the riders needing their services. Metal305 isn’t about any particular person or […]
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Published by December 30th, 2012 in Builders, Editorial and Videos.Complete Late Model Dyna Slammer Kit Package By Burly Brand
Published by December 29th, 2012 in Customs, Editorial and Suspension.These last couple of years, the versatile Harley Dyna platform has been re-discovered by the go-to for performance minded builders and riders. A trend that has been noticed by several after-market part vendors like Burly Brand, now offering this Dyna super low package kit available in black, today’s preferred “color.” The Complete Burly Slammer Kit […]
There is an application for everything, even one for Victory devoted motorcycle enthusiasts. Like other travel mobile applications, it features these services. – display your current location – weather conditions, forecasts and advisories for any location – find and contact Victory dealers – local services search with integrated direct dialing, including gas stations, restaurants, and […]
New Harley-Davidson Leather Down-Tube Tote Bags For Sportster And Dyna
Published by December 28th, 2012 in Accessories and Editorial.A way to add handy storage to a Sportster or Dyna, this bag provides a handy place to smaller gear like tools, a tire gauge, or a disc lock. The new Leather Down-Tube Bag (P/N 93300045 Distressed Brown, P/N 93300044 Black; $119.95) has a rigid back and features a heavy leather flap with an embossed […]
Custom Harley-Davidson Sportster Inspired By Technics Headphones And Turntable
Published by December 28th, 2012 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Videos.Another custom bike built as a marketing and advertising tool, this time for the Panasonic brand Technics. A Sportster 883 was stripped down to bare frame by Roland Sands and Andy Bell and fully rebuilt using a lot of custom designed parts inspired by 2 Technics DJ products, the RP-DH1250 headphones as well as the […]
Another US Harley Dealer Avoids Harley-Davidson Termination Notice For Allegedly Violating Non-Retail Sales Policy. Harley-Davidson conducts frequent audits of its dealers network to see if they don’t violate the company Non-Retail Sales Policy (NSRP) On June 23, 2011 Harley-Davidson notified Riverside Harley-Davidson (dab Skip Fordyce Harley-Davidson) of its intent to terminate the dealer agreement within 30 […]
And when you think that not much could be invented with a heel-toe shifter, somebody comes with a new idea and design… Ok, it’s not for all tastes and styles of bike, but if you match it with the floorboards of the same company, it can look pretty cool. Fitment is compatible with most Harley-Davidson […]
The Real Thing. Re-Imagining A Classic Mustang.
Published by December 27th, 2012 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Videos.For entertainment during your holidays a well shot short documentary about custom hot rod builder BODIE STROUD and his re-imagining of a classic Mustang by way of an extremely rare and powerful motor built specifically for legendary racer Mario Andretti’s 1969 Can Am series race car. Directed and Photographed by Julian King.
2013 Moto Guzzi V7 Racer Harkens Back To The Glories Of Yesteryear
Published by December 26th, 2012 in Builders and Editorial.Looking for a new motorcycle under $10,000 with retro racing inspiration but modern engineering. The Moto Guzzi V7 Racer pays homage to the Café Racers of the 50s and 60s and offers a new and more powerful, 750cc, 90-degree V-Twin motor and new lightweight, six split spoke aluminum wheels, number plate, and solo saddle.
Zipper’s MaxFlow Air Filter Kits for EFI Models
Published by December 26th, 2012 in Customs, Editorial and Engines.Letting your engine breathe deeper is a sure and easy way to get a nice power increase. Doing it via a max flow air filter is also the cheapest method to boost performance. One of the best on the market is the MAXFlow Air Filter Kits by Zipper’s Performance Products. Designed to completely replace the […]
Be aware! Over the last month I have become a victim of a clever ‘Eastern European’ scam while out shopping. Simply dropping into Costco for a bit of shopping turned out to be quite an experience. Don’t be naive enough to think it couldn’t happen to you or your friends. Here’s how the scam works: Two very good-looking 20-21 […]
Vintage Reproduction Kicker Covers By S&S Cycle
Published by December 25th, 2012 in Customs, Driveline and Editorial.Looking for an authentic Flathead kicker cover? Good luck. You may try to steal one from a factory museum bike (huh) or get one from S&S Cycle offering one as close as possible to the Harley original. Not only authentic to the smallest details outside but improved with new technology inside. Even boss imperfections in the […]
EPA Drops Minimum 4-Gallon Purchase Requirement For Motorcycles And ATV’s
Published by December 25th, 2012 in Editorial, Events and Legal.The American Motorcyclist Association (AMA) reports that the the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is scrapping its requirement that all consumers buy at least 4 gallons of gasoline from certain gas stations using blender pumps that dispense E10 and E15 through the same hose. The vast majority of motorcycles and ATVs in use today aren’t […]
Accurate Air Pressure Adjustment For Harley-Davidson Touring Suspension.
Published by December 25th, 2012 in Accessories, Builders, Customs and Editorial.The new Digital Touring Suspension Air Pump (P/N 54000033, $69.95) from Harley-Davidson® is an accurate and convenient tool used to check and alter pressure in the rear air shocks on all Harley-Davidson Touring motorcycles. The only digital suspension air pump on the market, it has a bleed valve that allows precise adjustment of air pressure, […]
Very representative of the custom chopper style that Paul Wideman at Bare Knuckle Choppers is building for his clients, “Incognegro” is as naked as possible, re-employing the best of Harley-Davidson of the mid-sixties, then using proprietary parts from the shop, a few from the best in the business, and assembling them around a one-off bodywork. […]
Good Guys is a new line of custom parts by German customizer Rick’s Motorcycles (also official Baden-Baden Harley-Davidson dealer.) This air filter is a “variation” of many others with the same basic design, but this one will remind you the configuration of a brake/pulley system. Sold with K&N filter and necessary mounting hardware. Bolt-0n piece […]
A couple was shopping on Christmas Eve and the mall was packed. As the wife walked through the mall she was surprised to look up and see her husband was nowhere around. She was quite upset because they had a lot to do. Because she was so worried, she called him on her mobile phone to […]
Bagger Audio Double Up Saddlebag Speaker Lids
Published by December 22nd, 2012 in Chassis, Customs, Editorial and Electrical.While riding a Bagger, some like to go for loud, very loud… These audio lids for your touring bags are supposed to be the loudest in the business. These new urethane injection molded replacement Harley-Davidson saddlebag lids allow you to install 2 pairs of 6 x 9 inch speakers on your bike. And for moisture […]
Harley-Davidson Dealership In Texas Not Negligent In Test Drive Crash
Published by December 22nd, 2012 in Editorial, Events and Legal.Justices with the 13th Court of Appeals ruled Thursday that Euton Harley-Davidson Inc. of Victoria, Texas was not negligent when an employee crashed while test driving one of its motorcycles. Robert Zissa Jr. ran a stop sign on July 5, 2006, while test driving a motorcycle for the dealership. He collided with a 2002 GMC […]
New Screamin’ Eagle Laser Exhaust Shields With Mesh Inserts
Published by December 21st, 2012 in Customs, Editorial and Exhaust.Offered in Chrome or Jet Black Ceramic Finish for Harley-Davidson Touring Models, the new Screamin’ Eagle® Laser Exhaust Shield Kits from Harley-Davidson® Genuine Motor Accessories® feature laser-cut openings that are filled with tightly-woven mesh for an attention-getting, high-performance look. A direct replacement for factory-installed exhaust shields, each kit is easy to install and includes front […]
New High Performance True Dual Bagger Exhausts By MGS Custom Bikes
Published by December 20th, 2012 in Customs, Editorial and Exhaust.These new high performance True Dual exhausts for 1995-2013 baggers are tuned for high performance. Over a year of extensive research and development went into this exhaust system and MGS is stating an average increase of 12+ foot pounds of torque on a stock FL Harley-Davidson model. Better results have been achieved, but are not […]
Cut-Away Engines, Hubs And Motor Wheels Added To Las Vegas January Auction
Published by December 20th, 2012 in Builders, Editorial and Events.In addition to the nearly 250 antique, vintage and classic motorcycles being offered at Bonhams’ Las Vegas Motorcycle Auction in January is a unique collection of mid-century cut-away motors and components. The fascinating mechanical displays represent uncommon marques HMW, JLO, NSU, Pluvier, Solex and others, while a selection of cut-away multi-speed hubs from Sturmey-Archer round […]
How To Turn A DNA Springer Front End Into A Much Better Looking One
Published by December 19th, 2012 in Customs, Editorial and Suspension.DNA sold a lot of its foreign made Springers to builders on a budget. But who likes the quite ugly square front section of this front end? A giant eye sore on any cool chopper… So, JC and Jimmie Lee Coen at Three Two Choppers got a very good idea. To offer a Wishbone Spring […]
Les Ateliers Ruby’s New Helmet Model. The Castel.
Published by December 19th, 2012 in Accessories, Customs and Editorial.Les Ateliers Ruby, a French company, is celebrating their 5th anniversary with the release of their first full-face helmet named “The Castel”. It was on Octonber 2007 that the company released its first model named “The Pavillon” followed by “The Belvedere”. These 2 models have been interpreted into 286 versions as well as in limited […]
Ready To Race. Dyno Testing A 1665 cc Vincent.
Published by December 19th, 2012 in Builders, Customs and Editorial.John Renwick and Ed Wallbank, 2 old English lads surrounded by amazing machinery are having a good time testing on the dynamometer “Epimetheus”, a 50’s 1665cc Vincent equipped with Nitrous oxide and air operated auto gear change. Motorcycle engineering that inspires, british accent included. Speakers up…
