Last week, on the El Mirage Dry Lake Bed, after years of trying to get the A-PG 3000 speed record, formally 175 mph, Jay Allen was able to pass the timer at 177.479 mph, setting a new land speed record for this class. Jay wants to thank the “gear Grinders”, Jeff Lange, Tony Mathews, S&S […]
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Jay Allen Gets New Land Speed Record At El Mirage Dry Lake.
Published by November 18th, 2012 in Editorial and Events.Shopping Harley-Davidson Holiday Gifts
Published by November 17th, 2012 in Accessories, Builders, Editorial, Events and Merchandise.Harley-Davidson would love that your local dealer become your holiday wish list headquarters. And to incite you to shop Harley gifts, with a $300 Purchase they offer a Limited Edition 110th Anniversary Tin with a membership to the Hatley-Davidson Museum. Inside each Limited Edition 110th Anniversary Tin is a collectible dog tag and keychain, a […]
Gold Switch Caps To Bling Your Harley-Davidson Hand Controls
Published by November 17th, 2012 in Controls, Customs and Editorial.If Donald Trump would ride a Harley, he would install right away these gold switch caps. And since he doesn’t ride, no shame in doing it for your own bike. Just a question of taste… These new gold switch cap kits let you update your black OEM ones without replacing the entire switch. Quick and […]
American Chopper Canceled After 10 Years On The Air
Published by November 16th, 2012 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.After 10 years and 233 episodes of a style called the “Doc Soap Reality” TV show, Discovery has decided to cancel American Chopper, one of its most popular programs. The custom bike that you will see in the December 10-11 “4-way build-off” TV show on Discovery, also called “The Revenge” (a face-off against Jesse James […]
Champions Moto Offers 3 Bespoke Triumph Models
Published by November 16th, 2012 in Builders, Customs and Editorial.Champions Moto founded by Richard Varner and Terry Karges, is a custom motorcycle company and lifestyle fashion label based out of Costa Mesa, Calif. The business is dedicated to handcrafting concept bike parts and designing vintage motorcycles powered by modern superbike engines. “As a British bike enthusiast, I wanted a motorcycle that looked like a […]
Progressive Suspension 944 Series Shocks And New Frequency Sensing Technology For Harley Touring Models
Published by November 16th, 2012 in Customs, Editorial and Suspension.Introduced only a few years ago, Progressive’s innovative 940 Series shocks became the go-to for Harley-Davidson touring riders looking to eat up big miles in bigger comfort. Now they tell us they’ve made them better with the addition of a new technology damper and updated the series to 944. What’s the difference? They say just […]
Some people don’t realize the simple beauty the open road can have. The best way to enjoy the road is on a motorcycle…A short video by Andrew Quinone for those who understand…and those who need to understand. (sourced by Mike Greenwald)
Carbon Fiber Fenders. Have You Thought About It?
Published by November 15th, 2012 in Chassis, Customs and Editorial.They appear on quite a few customs. The reasons? Light, very strong and durable and a unique look if you keep them “raw”, non painted. Carbon fiber fenders and tanks are not new in the industry, but more often used on sport bikes. Rods & Rides Motorcycle company sees an opportunity in the American V-Twin […]
Jill Ivers Rides Her 1941 Indian Scout To 103.221 MPH At El Mirage Dry Lake
Published by November 15th, 2012 in Builders, Editorial and Events.She was pursuing the record in her category during the past 5 years. She never went over 91 mph on her 1941 Indian Scout. But her steady persistence was just rewarded at the legendary El Mirage dry lake. Jill Ivers did a pass at 103.221, sailing into the records book, besting the APS-VG speed record […]
Harley-Davidson Bike Sales Up 10% In October? A Citi analyst said Wednesday that it appears Harley-Davidson Inc.’s October sales rose more than analysts previously thought. Gregory Badishkanian said that based on checks with Harley dealers, it looks like retail sales rose 10 percent in October, while most analysts expected the company to post an increase […]
It’s Back Again. Baker Drivetrain “Cash For Crap” Program.
Published by November 15th, 2012 in Customs, Driveline, Editorial and Events.You have one week until November 21, 2012 to benefit from this program. Have an old, tired, stock transmission? Was your custom chopper built with a knock-off transmission that’s impossible to service? BAKER wants to give you cash for it! Between now and November 21, 2012, send them your old worn out transmission and they will […]
You can dramatically change the look of your carburetor with this retro looking finned top cover. For CV carburetors, but can be fitted on others with the included iron plate. Polished cast aluminum or in black. At Chop Works.
When I was contacted by Charlie Giordano, owner of Von Braun Precision Exhaust, a 2-year old company specializing in high end exhaust mufflers for Harley-Davidson touring motorcycles (that you can also fit on other bikes via slip-fit adapters), he was somewhat surprised when I told him that I never heard about his company or products. A custom bike […]
Here’s Your Chance To Own A One-Of-A-Kind Victory Dream Bagger
Published by November 14th, 2012 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Videos.Victory teamed up with Gibson Guitars to create a one of a kind bagger inspired by axeman Jason Hook’s (from band Five Finger Death Punch) Explorer guitar “Sarge.” Victory took Jason legendary guitar as inspiration for a custom Victory bagger, and now this bad-ass bike can be yours on December 2nd at Julian’s Auction House: […]
Marketplace Events And Italian Trade Commission Join Forces For American International Motorcycle Expo
Published by November 14th, 2012 in Editorial and Events.Highlights From A Press Release Sent By The American International Motorcycle Expo (AIMExpo) AIMExpo added significantly to its strong foundation with today’s major announcement of the signing of a formal agreement between Marketplace Events (MPE) and the Italian Trade Commission (ITC) at the opening day of Esposizione Internazionale Ciclo Motociclo e Accessori (EICMA) 2013 […]
4-Way Bike Build-Off Between Jesse James, Paul Jr, Paul Sr And Garage Gas Monkey. Let’s The Trash Talk Begin.
Published by November 13th, 2012 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.You will have to wait until December 10 on the Discovery Channel to see what the builders have built (footage of each shop 6-week fabrication job), and December 11 for the winner of this 4-way build-off to be decided live in Las Vegas. Of course, trash talking between competitors has already started and is even […]
James Dean 1955 Triumph TR5 On Display At Indiana State Museum
Published by November 13th, 2012 in Editorial and Events.The James Dean’s 1955 Triumph TR5 500cc Trophy will be displayed starting November 23, 2012 at the Indiana State Museum for an “Eternal James Dean” exhibit. Almost in perfect condition, Dean owned it only a few months before he was killed at the age of 24 in a car crash while driving his Porsche. the […]
ABS Composite Versus Fiberglass. Savings…
Published by November 13th, 2012 in Chassis, Customs and Editorial.“Cyril. I’ve got a new process where I’m able to reproduce some of my components in ABS composite. See images of my Harley Dyna chin fairing for 2006 and up models, including the popular ‘Switchback’ and ‘FatBob’ models. With this new process I’m able to reproduce these parts at a significantly lower price than I […]
Pick your preferred bike and model. Photographed by motorsports and fashion photographer Jimmy “The Greek” Gianatsis, these cards feature the beautiful FastDates Calendar Kittens and will put a smile on the face of any recipient. Cards are available in boxed (10) Card Sets for $21.95 by jumping to Cafe Press Fast Dates.
Custom Harley Sportster Ironhead Built For A Rockabilly Speed Freak
Published by November 12th, 2012 in Builders, Customs and Editorial.King Kerosin is a label born in a garage, specializing in vintage and rockabilly apparel. And when its creator decided that a promo motorcycle should be built to illustrate his collection catalog and promote the brand on the rock scene, his briefing to the shop was only 6 words. Build me a “Rockin’ Bike For […]
One Man’s Obsession. The Ultimate Triumph Collection.
Published by November 11th, 2012 in Books and Editorial.The Triumph legend is cemented by numerous land speed records and race track successes and of course it did help a lot in the 50″s and 60’s that Steve McQueen and Marlon Brando rode their bikes. Most iconic models? Probably The Thunderbird, Bonneville, Tiger and Trident. One of the most obsessed men with the with […]
Exclusive. The Winners Of The Netherlands Bigtwin Bike Show (Part 2)
Published by November 10th, 2012 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.The 21st Bike Show Competition located in Rosmalen, in the Southern part of The Netherlands, organized by leading European custom bike magazine Bigtwin, saw over 100 participants coming from all over the continent. In the Bigtwin Bike Show, all customs are competing in a single class with the 6 winners picked by an international panel of judges: […]
Netherlands Bigtwin Bike Show And Zodiac Dealer Show (Part 1)
Published by November 10th, 2012 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.It’s one of the most interesting weekend events in Europe at the Autotron of Rosmalen in the Netherlands . With both dealer and public hours, the Bigtwin Bike Show and Zodiac Dealer Show is sponsored by big custom motorcycle parts distributor Zodiac whose catalog is published in no less than 5 languages… On the first […]
Rafik Kaissi owned a Barber Shop until he realized that his true passion was to turn sheet metal into custom motorcycles or working concepts…or sculptures. So, he bought a 2500 sq. ft barn and turned it into a shop called RK Concepts. Saw this bike called the RK Thing in Sturgis at the AMD World […]
Viper Motorcycle Company to Provide GE Capital Floorplan to Dealers. Inventory financing, also known as floorplan financing, allows dealers to stock, market and sell motorcycles and related products. It’s an important element of a successful manufacturer-dealer business model. Viper Motorcycle Company, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Viper Powersports, Inc. (OTCQB: VPWI), has entered into an agreement […]
White Knuckle. The Movie About The Motorcycle Cannonball.
Published by November 8th, 2012 in Editorial, Events and Videos.Ride along with Hot Rod Builder and Award Winning Filmmaker Brian Darwas as he travels coast to coast on the ultimate antique motorcycle endurance run, “The Motorcycle Cannonball”. Witness as these bikes are pushed past their limits! Get an upfront look at parking lot engine rebuilds! and watch as the top guys in the motorcycle […]
