Most custom builders and vendors you have known and appreciated during the last 30 years are entering or already belong to the baby-boomers segment of the population. A few of them have or will have a succession in place when they retire. Here in the US, the most well known example is the Ness family […]
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Arlen Ness Deep Cut Fairing Windshield Trim
Published by May 27th, 2012 in Accessories, Chassis, Customs and Editorial.In chrome or black anodized finish, to create a beautiful transition between the windshield and the fairing of your Harley touring bike models: 1998 to 2012 FLHT/FLHTC/FLHTCU/FLHX and Harley FL trikes. Machined from billet aluminum. Complementing other “Deep Cut” accessories of the Arlen Ness lineup.
A Short History of the Condom. I’ve always been a good student of history, but I didn’t know this one… Fascinating! In 1272, Persians invented the condom, using a goat’s lower intestine. In 1873, the British refined the idea by taking the intestine out of the goat first…
Sailor Jerry Custom Motorcycle Contest
Published by May 26th, 2012 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.Norman “Sailor Jerry” Collins, the father of classic old-school American tattooing. Sailor Jerry Rum, a premium spiced rum with hints of caramel and vanilla crafted in the traditional Navy way by UK William Grant & Sons, a company supporting all creative individuals who feel just as strongly about their respective crafts…
New Grand Prix Trilogy Billet Air Cleaners
Published by May 26th, 2012 in Accessories, Customs, Editorial and Engines.Precision Billet Products, a leading provider of innovative high-quality motorcycle billet accessories, launches a brand new Grand Prix Edition Trilogy billet air cleaners for Harley Davidson motorcycles. These air cleaners feature a new Trilogy design inlaid with Ming Red Mother-of-Pearl or Lime Green Mother-of-Pearl (other custom colors are available on request) Custom crafted from 6061 […]
Tsunami Motorcycle To Be Preserved By Harley-Davidson Museum
Published by May 25th, 2012 in Builders and Editorial.In accordance with the wishes of its owner, Ikuo Yokoyama, the Harley-Davidson(R) motorcycle, recovered on the coast of British Columbia after drifting for more than a year and 4,000 miles across the Pacific Ocean following last year’s tsunami in Japan will be preserved by the Harley-Davidson Museum(TM) in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, as a memorial to the […]
It’s in 1999 that Bert & Lisa Baker officially appeared on the custom V-Twin motorcycle scene. Armed with the necessary theory, protocol, and experience that they both acquired during 14 years as engineers working on manual transmissions for General Motors, they immediately succeeded in imposing their new ideas. They revolutionized the way we gear up […]
Mustang Distressed Brown Seat For Touring Harley
Published by May 25th, 2012 in Controls, Editorial and Seats.Mustang offers a new color – or style – in their growing line of low, lean but still comfortable Wide TripperTM seat styles? A new distressed brown made of ultra premium vinyl with a distinctively cool, worn-leather appearance. The fully adjustable driver backrest removes easily without tools and folds flat so you can still comfortably […]
The Harley model FCWC, or Softail Rocker, with its controversial “perched” seat made necessary because the rear fender was moving with the swingarm to which he was mounted, didn’t make it in the 2012 line up. Of course, plenty are around and are always a very good base for those looking for a nice riding […]
2012 Sturgis Rally. Modern Rock At The Buffalo Chip On Saturday August 4th.
Published by May 24th, 2012 in Editorial.Building a sustainable motorcycle business for the future includes addressing Generation X & Y as your prime targets. Many in the industry already do it, and many activities during the big rallies reflect such priorities. As example, during the 2012 Sturgis Rally, the 9-day Buffalo Chip Music Festival will mix Classic Rock & Roll and […]
It may be what you are looking for to hold your IPhone, IPod, Smartphone, GPS and many other small electronic devices to your handlebars. In just seconds. this new Tech Connect System will easily mount and secure any of your gizmos. An adjustable swivel head allows movement for perfect positioning. Offered in complete kits as […]
2012 Riding Into History Vintage Motorcycle Concours D’Elegance
Published by May 23rd, 2012 in Builders, Editorial and Events.The 13th edition of The Riding into History™ (RIH) weekend, a world class Vintage Motorcycle Concours d’Elegance, was held last weekend at the World Golf Village near St. Augustine, Florida. This competition attracted about 350 antique and vintage motorcycles. Collectors from all over America bring their motorcycles to the show, and they are displayed around […]
Fast Motorcycle Industry News.
Published by May 23rd, 2012 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.Harley-Davidson April-May US Sales Seen As Slowing Down. Dealer checks suggest that retail sales were down between 1 to 3%. The 2 reasons most often mentioned: 1- Unusual excellent sales during the 1st quarter 2012 due to exceptional clement winter weather. 2- a shortage of available new models in many dealerships, something that will benefit […]
The Blade. A Gorgeous Custom Aluminum Sportster.
Published by May 23rd, 2012 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Videos.A video Richard Grabbe from Rich Phillips Cycles put together on The Blade, a 1998 Harley Sportster. Beautiful one-off chromemoly frame and aluminum sheet metal. Shot in his shop in Missouri and around his home. Enjoy… (4″ 46″)
Handlebar Risers For Harley Street Bob
Published by May 22nd, 2012 in Controls, Customs and Editorial.Custom tailoring your Harley-Davidson to preferred riding position is sometimes as simple as selecting the right handlebar. But on a Harley FXDB Street Bob it’s not the easiest thing to do because of the particularity of its triple tree. Installing a custom handlebar will require, either to replace the stock top tree, or keep the […]
Shinya Kimura To Debut New Custom Bike At July 22nd 2012 LA Calendar Motorcycle Show And Concours D’Elegance.
Published by May 22nd, 2012 in Editorial.This year, the 2012 LA Calendar Motorcycle Show Show moves to a beautiful new location, the tree shaded grass hills of the Calabasas Country Club and Gold Course in the Santa a Mountains. Former Calendar Show winner Shinya Kimura will be premiering two new of his famed retro custom builds. One is an all new, […]
Electric vehicles have had sluggish sales primarily due to their limited range and high cost. Worth mentioning – you never know what you may ride one day – is a supposedly revolutionary electric vehicle (EV) battery technology able tol allow many EVs to double their range at the same battery cost that they have now. […]
No, I am not confused, but you may be just by looking at all these pictures and realizing that they are from 2 different custom Ducatis. These bikes with the overall same appearance and paint job are the work of Yuri Shif, for me Europe’s custom builder with the wildest/most elegant/most beautifully executed ideas. His […]
Italian Rizoma has the reputation of producing custom motorcycle jewelry. Not too much in this case… The concept of a end-grip mirror is not new, but this new part is offering position versatility thanks to its sophisticated multi-axis machining. In addition to its adjustment system, itsr small diameter has increased view thanks to the use […]
New Men’s Dust Storm Mesh Jacket From Harley-Davidson
Published by May 20th, 2012 in Builders, Editorial and Merchandise.With removable textile outer panels that zip-off to create a mesh jacket, the new men’s Dust Storm Switchback Functional Jacket (starting at $350) delivers versatility for varying temperatures. It’s constructed from water-resistant 600-denier polyester with lightweight, removable body armor at the elbows and shoulders. A removable, full-sleeve waterproof liner accentuates its climate-controllable versatility, while pre-curved […]
From May 1 through June 30,2012 purchase two Storm 2 Ultra tires and receive a $40 prepaid MasterCard®. The program is simple. Purchase two Avon Storm 2 Ultra tiresand submit your invoice with a rebate form to Avon Tyres. Avon Tyres will then issue a rebate in the form of a prepaid MasterCard® in the […]
Hollister 3rd Annual Corbin Appreciation Day
Published by May 19th, 2012 in Customs, Editorial, Events and Seats.Hollister, California is considered by many the birthplace of the American Biker, the place where all began…For the 3rd year, Mike Corbin is organizing festivities including a bike show, a trade show and of course visits Corbin factory tours with discounts on all products and free installation of their goodies. This year’events will take place […]
Even if you still never participated to the Sturgis Rally, and wherever your home town is around the world, you heard and read many times about the Legendary Buffalo Chip…and wished you were there. If you are a regular visiting Sturgis every August, it’s almost impossible that you didn’t visit or sleep or watch at least one […]
Motorcycle Transmission. Baker Drivetrain Explains How It Is Made On The Science Channel.
Published by May 18th, 2012 in Customs, Driveline, Editorial and Events.The popular TV Show “How It Is Made” on the Science Channel show you how everyday objects people use become the things they are. In a new episode to air June 7 at 9 pm (ET) you will get the story behind behind bamboo bicycles, chainsaw art, breath mints and Baker Drivetrain motorcycle transmissions. The […]
