The ex/still Easyriders Saloon (see litigation) at 888 Junction Avenue, Sturgis (corner of Junction & Lazelle), has just announced its lineup of bands performing for free during the 2012 Sturgis Rally. The list includes: The Monsters of Southern Rock Friday, Aug. 3 and Sunday, Aug. 5 at 10 pm. This 2-hour show will begin with […]
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Sturgis Easyriders Saloon Free Concerts Lineup
Published by August 2nd, 2012 in Editorial and Events.The Sturgis Buffalo Chip® is pleased to announce the debut of Skid Row during the Sturgis Motorcycle Rally. The iconic American metal band Skid Row will rev up the Buffalo Chip® crowd with their energetic music and amazing stage show on Friday Aug 10, 2012. Skid Row will double headline with Slash featuring Myles Kennedy […]
Do something different. Make your exhaust a little bit more sexy with one of these 3 tip designs. Made of 6061 T6 aluminum, with a ribbed, cone or rolled shape. they bolt right up to most 1/750″ pipes and can be used with, or without a baffle . Sold with a highly polished finish in […]
Harley-Davidson Second Quarter Earnings Per Share Rise 32.1 Percent. New Motorcycle Sales Up 4% US, 2.8% Worldwide
Published by August 1st, 2012 in Builders, Editorial and Events.This morning August 1, 2012 before financial markets opening, Harley-Davidson, Inc. (NYSE: HOG) reported continued increases in earnings and dealer new motorcycle sales for the second quarter of 2012. Retail sales of new Harley-Davidson motorcycles grew 2.8 percent worldwide in the quarter compared to the prior-year period, including an increase of 4.0 percent in unit […]
Baker Drivetrain Showdown At The Sturgis Thunderdome. Only One Man Will Remain Standing…
Published by August 1st, 2012 in Driveline, Editorial and Events.Who knows more about burnouts than the Drivetrain Authority? Baker, a name known for unapologetically innovating, top-end premium drivetrain components in the American Big Twin industry, is once again bringing the mayhem to Sturgis in a way only Baker can bring it! The third Annual Smoke-Down Showdown begins on Wednesday August 8th at Dusk, at […]
Basecamp “Fridge And Feezer” Companion For Your Next Bike Rally. Sturgis?
Published by August 1st, 2012 in Editorial and Merchandise.A very long drive to Sturgis, camping in a power challenge area of the country or at your camp final destination? You know it’s going to be very hot. Keeping perishables fresh and your drink cold. You get the picture. The Basecamp Fridge/Freezer has you covered. Thanks to an advanced power system, it can run off […]
Harley-Davidson Nuremberg Gets Homologation Of Jim’s 131″ Racing Motor For Legal Use On All European Roads
Published by July 31st, 2012 in Builders, Editorial, Engines and Events.Harley-Davidson Nuremberg gets Europe Street Legal Homologation For Jim’s 131″Racing Motor. A very big deal for European bikers on a continent where motorcycle regulations are extremely tough with very few authorized stock modifications, much less than in the USA. The Harley-Davidson & Buell Nuremberg dealer in Bavaria, Germany, succeeded in fighting European Economic Community (EEC) red […]
A new twist in grips design with these Revolver Grips to give a sport note to your bars. These ones should not leave your hands thanks to a high traction rubber surface. Both tips are anodized billet aluminum in black, red, blue, grey and silver. 2 models for 1″ & 7/8″ handlebars. Value prices starting […]
Sturgis Buffalo Chip Welcomes Warrior Foundation
Published by July 31st, 2012 in Editorial and Events.The Sturgis Buffalo Chip®, a longtime supporter of the military is pleased to welcome the Warrior Foundation to the Buffalo Chip® during the Sturgis Motorcycle Rally. The Warrior Foundation was founded to assist, honor and support military men and women who have bravely served and sacrificed for our country. The Warrior Foundation display will include […]
2013 Victory Boardwalk. From Classic Laid-Back Cruiser To Light Bagger.
Published by July 30th, 2012 in Builders, Editorial and Events.The new Boardwalk model joins the Victory Judge, High-Ball, Jackpot, Vegas 8-Ball & Hammer 8-Ball in the line of Victory Cruisers. Low, comfortable, versatile along with an impressive collection of accessories that make it a comfortable 2-up cruiser for quick get-aways across town or down the open road. A bike for unstressed cruising, with a […]
Tough Deluxe Softail By Exile Cycles
Published by July 30th, 2012 in Builders, Customs and Editorial.Quite difficult to title a custom bike built from the ground with after-market parts and to insure it in a state like California. A much safer approach is to own a street legal factory Harley (or other brand) and to have it customized, finding the right balance between bespoke and the legality and comfort of […]
The Brand New 2013 Victory Boardwalk Cruiser Here Tonight July 30 At 8 P.M. Eastern (5 P.M. Pacific)
Published by July 30th, 2012 in Builders, Editorial and Events.Come back this Monday evening July 30, 2012 to see and read about the new Victory Boardwalk Cruiser. Pictures and tech sheet will be posted at at 8 p.m. Eastern (5 p.m Pacific time)
Yesterday Saturday the 28th of July 2012 at 6.30 p.m. Pacific Time, Russell Frank Mitchell and Rachel Diane Reza got married on a beach in Malibu. The following reception was held at the Sunset Restaurant in Malibu, California with family and friends in elegant beach attire. Russell & Rachel are going fto spend their Exile honeymoon in […]
Huge Early Torque Increase On 2007-Up Harley Twin Cams®
Published by July 29th, 2012 in Customs, Editorial and Engines.The new Red Shift® 525 Cams deliver an impressive gain in HP, with a HUGE increase in early torque – right where you accelerate around town and cruise on the highway! Perfect for 96” and 103” Touring models, this Red Shift Cam was developed to deliver immediate passing power. Mountains? Passengers? Heavy Trikes? No Problem! […]
Sturgis Easyriders Saloon Litigation Update. Easyriders Name To Be Kept While Litigation Is Pending.
Published by July 28th, 2012 in Editorial and Events.Alleging that Paisano didn’t fully performed all conditions and obligations required under the License Agreement and failure by Paisano in finding vendors to rent space around the property during the 2012 Sturgis Rally, the Saloon owners had removed the Easyriders signs inside and outside the Saloon & Steakhouse and also all branded for sale merchandise […]
Paughco Linkert Style Brass Cover For Late Model S&S Carburetors
Published by July 28th, 2012 in Customs, Editorial and Engines.Harley-Davidson Flatheads and Knuckleheads were using the “hair dryer” shaped Linkert carburetor cover. Thanks to a little bit of re-design of this Linkert cover by Paughco, it’s now possible to add the same old school charm, this time in brass, to your bike equipped with a late model S&S E or G carburetor. Sold with […]
Erik Buell Racing Gets $20 million In Investment Funding. Erik Buell Racing has received $20 million in foreign investments to allow the upstart OEM to expand its motorcycle production and create about 200 jobs. The $20 million in investment funding comes from investment fund manager FirstPathway Partners LLC and will help EBR produce additional models […]
New businesses are often born out of frustration. In the case of Marrs Cycles, its young founder Kacy Marrs was unable to ride, recovering from an injury sustained doing a half-time freestyle motocross show for the NHRA. Then, it struck him. Why others are building hotrods and custom motorcycles, why not incorporate the Southern California […]
Jay Allen’s Road Show At The Sturgis Thunderdome
Published by July 27th, 2012 in Editorial and Events.A lot of entertainment around the Black Hills during the 72nd edition of the Sturgis Rally. Jay Allen has his own Road Show at the Thunderdome (12976 SD Highway 34, Sturgis.) There will be a INK TATTOO & ARTS FESTIVAL open daily, August 3 – 11, 2012 from 11:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. with a […]
Man Accused Of 186 MPH or 300 KM/H Motorcycle Ride On Trans-Canada Highway Turns Self In
Published by July 26th, 2012 in Editorial and Videos.A British Columbia man named Randy George Scott, 25, turned himself in Tuesday night charged in connection to a YouTube video of a motorcycle speeding at 186 mph (300 km/h) on a Vancouver Island highway. The video posted in April 2012 sparked a manhunt for the rider of a blue Yamaha spotted weaving a dangerously […]
Collection Of 71 Immaculate Post-War MV Agusta Motorcycles To Be Sold In One Lot!
Published by July 26th, 2012 in Builders, Editorial and Events.71 Bikes. One motorcycle brand. To be auctioned in one Lot. Unprecedented and foolish? We will know very soon. These machines represent the life’s work of Gary Kohs, the world’s foremost steward of MV Agusta history, the most titled, championship-ladened motorcycle brand in Italian history. An auction to be held August 16-18 at the Hyatt […]
Many like the option of charging the battery of their USB connecting devices (Smart Phones, iPhones, GPS, MP3 Players, etc) while on the road. To never run out of power, a very simple and I think the smallest solution is to equip your bike with a device like the Highway Hawk USB Charger Plug. The charger plug […]
10th Annual Ride For School Supplies Organized By Indian Motorcycles Of Twin Cities Is August 19, 2012
Published by July 26th, 2012 in Editorial and Events.Long time reader of my news website Art Welch will be hosting his “10th Annual Ride For Children’s School Supplies “August 19th. The ride will start at the Indian Twin City’s Dealership, Polaris’s hometown dealership and will be led by Kiwi” Mike Tomas, along with his wife Carolyn and son. “We have people coming from all over for […]
Maximizing Motorcycle Luggage Capacity
Published by July 25th, 2012 in Accessories, Builders and Editorial.Harley-Davidson claims that these Shrink Sacks (P/N 90200719, $15.95 Medium; P/N 90200721, $17.95 Large) will make the most of touring luggage space by collapsing and “shrinking” bulky clothing. Simply load the bag with soft goods, seal it, roll it to evacuate the air and the compressed Shrink Sack occupies a fraction of the space that used […]
Harley-Davidson Air-cooled Twin Cam 110™ engine. Did You Know?
Published by July 25th, 2012 in Builders, Editorial and Engines.The Harley-Davidson CVO Road Glide Custom model(FLTRXSE) is equipped with an air cooled 110″ Twin Cam engine (most of rest the lineup uses a 103″.) Anachronistic engine? Yes, for sure, but Harley fans are attached to air cooled engines and don’t want their bikes (EPA permitting) to be equipped with a radiator. Summer heat, triple […]
Another brand new floorboard model by Precision Billet Products. This one with more attitude than ever. CNC crafted from 6061-T6 aluminum and hand inlaid with Anti-Skid highly density rubber giving a look like no other floorboards you have ever seen. Available in show chrome or Powder Coated in virtually any color to match your bikes […]
