Progressive Suspension, the world leader in aftermarket motorcycle suspension is currently seeking a customer service/warranty person. We are looking for a motivated, energetic, creative and a dedicated team player. The right person will be responsible for answering a high volume of technical and customer service phone calls and e-mails as well as repair and replace […]
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Job Opportunity At Progressive Suspension. Customer Service Tech.
Published by November 8th, 2012 in Editorial and Events.An ADP Lightspeed study of 219 V-Twin dealers from Jan.-Sept. 2012 shows that helmets represent 3 to 9% of total parts & accessories sales. The 219 V-twin dealerships polled sold $3.1 million in helmets during the first nine months of 2012, part of $60 million in total P&A sales. The state of Indiana ranks number […]
Almost three years ago, David Uhl began a new painting that evokes the nostalgia and richness of days gone by. He took it to the Harley-Davidson Winter Dealer Meeting in Florida and worked on it while there, but once back home he set it aside for nearly two years. Imagine his surprise when, at […]
Xtreme Machine New Bag Latches
Published by November 8th, 2012 in Accessories, Customs and Editorial.How many words can I write about custom bag latches without boring you? Not many… Well, because these ones come from Xtreme Machine, they will match their wheel designs. But the Stiletto (top), Arson (middle) and Skullz (bottom) designs could complement others… Like all after-market bag latches, they are using the Harley oem locking mechanism, so […]
City of Sturgis Requests Proposals For Rally Sponsorship Agency
Published by November 8th, 2012 in Editorial and Events.The City has recently released the final 2012 Rally figures indicating an estimated attendance of 445,700 an increase of more than 7% over 2011. With the successful completion of the 2012 Sturgis Rally, the City is now preparing for the 2013 Rally with an eye on the 75th Anniversary in 2015. On November 5, The […]
High Performance Bagger Speakers For Harley-Davidson Electra Glide
Published by November 7th, 2012 in Accessories, Customs, Editorial and Electrical.The new Boom! Audio High Performance Boom! Bagger Speakers from Harley-Davidson ($159.95 Fairing front and$ 159.95 Tour-Pak rear) replace the original equipment speakers for improved clarity and performance of the the stock speakers on 1998-2005 Electra Glide® models. A two-way speaker design with a separate bass and midrange driver and grill-mounted tweeter provides improved high-frequency […]
Old Cowboy: “Give me 3 packets of condoms, please.” Cashier: “Do you need a paper bag with that, sir?” Old Cowboy: “Nah…. She ain’t that ugly.”
Denver’s Choppers Biker Build-Off Digger Bike Is For Sale
Published by November 6th, 2012 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.You don’t get many opportunities to buy a one-off custom made famous by a TV Show like “Biker Build-Off”. This Panhead Digger style bike was built by Mondo Porras at Denver’s Choppers during season two, episode 5 of the series while competing against Indian Larry and his “Chain Of Mistery” chopper. (As matter of fact […]
Listening to the speeches of the 2 candidates during their final mad dash for votes and waiting in line during hours to cast your ballot may have left you exhausted. Starting tonight November 6 at 8 pm , the political ticker of your favorite TV news channel is going to run during several days, and […]
For Serious Racers. Hard Anodized Sportster Sprockets.
Published by November 6th, 2012 in Customs, Driveline and Editorial.Another best kept secret from Evolution Industries: the Race Application Aluminum Compensator Sprocket. made of high grade aircraft 6061 aluminum 6061 for strength and weight reduction. Available in a wide variety of teeth count f27 to 38) to handle whatever primary ratio you want to achieve. All come drilled to accept the stock stator (Except […]
Custom Sportster Ironhead. Creativity On A Budget.
Published by November 5th, 2012 in Builders, Customs and Editorial.Harley XL Sportster Ironhead overhead-valve engine was introduced in 1957 as a 900 cc replaced by a 1000 cc from 1972 to 1984. A cast Iron Heads Sportster engine is still, or is more than ever, a prize possession for many custom builders. So, it didn’t matter to Jesse Bassett from The GasBox Shop that […]
If you own a Harley-Davidson Bagger. don’t do cross country trips, just ride weekend adventures, it may be the seat you are looking for. It’s originality comes from the “side slashes” playing off the lines of the top and sides of your bags, making the seat both sleek and wide enough for comfort. Le Pera […]
Harley-Davidson Sport Sweaters. Did You Know?
Published by November 4th, 2012 in Editorial and Merchandise.“Turtlezip” sweaters were first introduced in the 1933 Harley-Davidson Accessories catalog. This new concept allowed the motorcycle rider to convert the sweater from a V neck style when unzipped, to the fashionable turtleneck when fully zipped to keep your neck nice and warm In 1937, the sweaters had changed from one color to two tone […]
Most of you never heard about the Bjorklund brothers (Mark & Carl) and of their Surper Rat Motorcycles built in Bellingham, WA. By traditional custom motorcycle standards, their work can be considered “heretical” Contraptions following no rules, with metal structures shaped to express the raw nature of a motorcycle. Their creations wear names that only them […]
Reminder To My US Readers. Change Your Clocks.
Published by November 3rd, 2012 in Editorial and Events.Most of the United States reverts to standard time on the first Sunday in November. Clocks change at 2:00 a.m. local time. It means clocks fall back from 1:59 a.m. to 1:00 a.m. Daylight Saving Time is NOT observed in Hawaii, American Samoa, Guam, Puerto Rico, the Virgin Islands, the Commonwealth of Northern Mariana Islands, […]
Samson Exhaust Is Announcing The introduction Of Their New True Dual Crossover Systems and Powerflow III 2 into 1 With Black End Caps.
Published by November 2nd, 2012 in Customs, Editorial and Exhaust.Offered now with high temperature Sinister Black ceramic coating end caps, it is designed and engineered to deliver 20% or more horsepower and torque. O2 sensor ports accept factory or aftermarket sensors (12 mm or 18mm) Removable full coverage heat shields and removable baffles (6 different baffle options available including the “Decibel Killer”) Made in […]
Veterans Celebration Weekend At The Harley-Davidson Museum. November 10-11.
Published by November 2nd, 2012 in Builders, Editorial and Events.Saturday and Sunday, Nov. 10 and 11 Harley-Davidson will be offering several activities for military, their families and the community to pay tribute and celebrate our nation’s service men and women.”Harley-Davidson has a long history of supporting the military,” said Bill Davidson, Vice President of the Harley-Davidson Museum. “During our annual Veterans Celebration, we host […]
New Wind Splitter Vented Windshield By Harley-Davidson. Wind Tunnel Tested.
Published by November 1st, 2012 in Accessories, Customs and Editorial.The new Wind Splitter Vented Windshield ($424.95) from Harley-Davidson® Genuine Motor Accessories® was developed by Harley-Davidson and tested in the Wichita State University wind tunnel to relieve low pressure behind the windshield and significantly reduce buffeting at the rider position. A fingertip-adjustable center vent matches air flow to the rider’s height and also provides cooling […]
Weight Watcher. A Cafe Racer On Strict Diet.
Published by November 1st, 2012 in Builders, Customs and Editorial.With a spirited motor and a racing stance, Moto Guzzi continues to make beautiful Cafe Racers (Just check their current V7 Racer model.) This one, a 1996 Guzzi V1100 Sport, was customized to look closer to the original style of the 70’s while still respecting the Cafe Racer formula: always adding more performance and a […]
So young and so in love…with a Ducati. She really wants one. Picture taken October 5, 2012 on stand Ducati at Intermot Germany (sent by Mike Chadwick, UK)
Touring Bike Fairing Lining Kit
Published by November 1st, 2012 in Accessories, Customs and Editorial.This easy-to-install kit from Drag Specialties and Hotop Designs includes everything needed to line fairing compartments with a soft, thick, durable fabric. The kit gives your ride a finished, custom look while protecting your sunglasses, GPS, cell phone and other gear from damage on long road trips. Made for 98-13 FLTR/FLTRX models, the pliable, stretchable […]
Harley-Davidson Brake Calipers. Re-Born Ness Style.
Published by October 31st, 2012 in Controls, Customs and Editorial.A new idea to get the custom look at a lower price. Since the stock Harley calipers work better than ever before, just take your stock caliper internals and install them into the new Arlen Ness caliper housings. They will accept your original pistons, seals, pads and internal wiring. Available in chrome and black anodized […]
2013 Custom Chrome Europe Dealer Show Announced For March 23-24.
Published by October 31st, 2012 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.One of the most important custom motorcycle events in Europe, the Custom Chrome Europe’s 2013 Dealer Show is the place where new trends are set by established and new-generation custom builders and their after-market part vendors. About 100 top-of-the-line new built or restored custom bikes are going to compete in the CCE Bike Show for […]
Rick Fairless V Bumpers For Victory Tourers
Published by October 30th, 2012 in Accessories, Customs and Editorial.A rear bumper for your Cross Roads or Cross Country Victory bagger? why not? Brand new from Rick Fairless’ RF-Custom Parts, these new “V” Bumpers add a little bit of bling and of personality to your rear fender. fit all Cross Roads and Cross Country models 2010 to Present. Installation is simple and can be […]
Historic 110 Year-Old Rambler To Be Auctioned By Bonhams In Las Vegas
Published by October 30th, 2012 in Builders, Editorial and Events.An singular and historic 1902 Rambler Model B is going to leave the Indian Motorcycle Museum to be auctioned In January 2013 by Bonhams in Las Vegas. Manufactured by Colonel Albert Pope’s American Cycle Manufacturing Company of New York, the pioneering Rambler motorcycle is in extremely rare and original, unrestored condition. (this motorcycle wears its […]
Engine And Coil Mounts, Which ones To Choose?
Published by October 30th, 2012 in Customs, Editorial, Electrical and Engines.So many frame geometries, so many engine and head sizes , so many coils. Choosing a custom engine and coil mount can be very difficult. Yankee Ingenuity offers a very large line of modular mounts that you can mix & match to fit your bike style and specific application. Most will fit Harley-Davidson, S&S engines […]
