The Harley-Davidson® Seventy-Two™ is a New Narrow Sportster in Sparkling Metal Flake Paint. A Sportster® on a trip back to the days when the cool kids rode a Sting-Ray and the big boys parked choppers in a row on the curb. Those motorcycles were long and lean; candy-apple color and gleaming chrome shimmering in hazy […]
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New Harley-Davidson Sportster Seventy-Two
Published by February 1st, 2012 in Builders, Customs and Editorial.New Harley-Davidson Softail Slim
Published by February 1st, 2012 in Builders, Customs and Editorial.A stripped-down Softail with narrow styling with less chrome and retro details. Pare down a Harley-Davidson® Softail® motorcycle to its essential elements and you have the Slim. From its trimmed front fender to its narrow rear end, the Slim is a a back-to-basics motorcycle. You can call it stripped or old school. What’s left is […]
Coming Soon. New Baker Bully Primary For Touring Models.
Published by February 1st, 2012 in Customs, Driveline, Editorial and Events.For 2012 Baker Drivetrain is launching the Bully Primary to work with Harley FLT’s 2007 and later touring models. The mechanically potent design combines with a new removable inspection cover will allow for the use of a manual chain adjuster, also coming soon from BAKER. You get a sneak peek of the product. Stay tuned. […]
Breaking News. Harley-Davidson Unveils Two New Custom Motorcycles. The Sportster Seventy Two And The Softail Slim.
Published by February 1st, 2012 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.As I pre-announced at beginning of the week, Harley-Davidson unveiled two new custom motorcycles. The Harley-Davidson® Seventy-Two™ and the Harley-Davidson Softail Slim. The Harley Sportster Seventy-Two™ is described by Harley as “a metal flake dream machine, a Sportster® on a trip back to the days when the cool kids rode a Sting-Ray and the big […]
Update About The Rolling Thunder 25th Anniversary Custom Build
Published by February 1st, 2012 in Builders, Customs and Editorial.Yesterday Monday January 30, 2012, Billy Lane received a pile of parts for the Rolling Thunder 25th Anniversary commemorative build. Steve Broyles of The Horse Backstreet Choppers Magazine had his first meeting with Billy to go over what else is needed for the build of a lifetime. The prison officials gave a tour to The […]
Harley Sportster New Cafe Racer Style Parts By Steve Storz
Published by February 1st, 2012 in Builders, Chassis, Customs, Editorial and Suspension.Coming from the business of racing in the 70’s, Steve Storz passion for Harley Sportster racing & performance parts never weakened. Today, Storz Performance has developed a new line of Café Racer style accessories for use on 2004 to current model Harley–Davidson Sportsters.The bike featured here, the Storz SP1200RR, has been constructed to serve as […]
Crossroads At The Sturgis Buffalo Chip™. A New New Free-Access Vending, Entertainment and Dining Destination.
Published by February 1st, 2012 in Editorial and Events.The Sturgis Buffalo Chip®, the legendary campground, concert and entertainment venue that has for more than 30 years been a focal point of the Sturgis Motorcycle Rally, today announced development of a new commercial and entertainment area named the “Crossroads at the Buffalo Chip™”. The Crossroads development at the Buffalo Chip, located three miles outside […]
Performance Machine Launches Its Biggest Catalog Ever. Promotes Kelli Murrow As Director Of Sales & Marketing
Published by January 31st, 2012 in Brakes, Controls, Customs, Editorial and Wheels.For more the 40 years, Performance Machine has been rolling along as the industry leader in brakes, wheels and performance accessories because of passion synonymous with the brand. “Our well-oiled operation is known for both its innovation and attention to details. a direct result of the top-notch people behind the brand” says company President Mark […]
Harley-Davidson Would Release 2 New 2012 Models. The Sportster Seventy Two And The Softail Slim.
Published by January 31st, 2012 in Builders, Editorial and Events.I don’t publish rumors, but will (almost) always publish leaked information. Problem is that when this leak seems to come from Harley-Davidson headquarters it’s evidently impossible to get anyone to confirm in writing my information. But pictures just began to circulate on the web…During its February Winter Dealers Meeting, Harley-Davidson would announce 2 new 2012 […]
Sudco Advertising Campaign. Treated Well Whatever The Size Of Your Order.
Published by January 31st, 2012 in Editorial and Events.Jim Gianatsis, Creative Director and Photographer at Gianatsis Design Design Associates is proud to have produced this new 2012 marketing campaign for his client Sudco. And he should be because it is the proof that sometimes not showing the products you sell may be a better marketing strategy to clearly deliver your “unique selling proposition” […]
The New Fat Daddy Ridewright Wheels
Published by January 31st, 2012 in Customs, Editorial and Wheels.None of our current wheel manufacturers has re-invented the wheel, but little by little many of them bring their small improvements. Ridewright Wheels (notice that the brand name is now 1 word instead of 2), is pushing to the next level of quality, of compatibility and of customization in introducing by Spring a new concept. […]
SMRi Opposes Attempt By “Concerned Citizen” To Seize Sturgis Motorcycle Rally Goodwill
Published by January 30th, 2012 in Editorial and Events.This press release was sent to me by the press person of Sturgis Motorcycle Rally Inc. (SMRI) I publish it as is, mentioning, if necessary, that the statements of opinion it contains are of course those of SMRI, not mine. Sturgis Motorcycle Rally, Inc. (SMRi), a non-profit with the mission of enhancing and growing the […]
The Best Of Italy Verona’s Motor Bike Expo
Published by January 30th, 2012 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.The Italy Verona’s Motor Bike Expo (January 20-22) is always showcasing a very large contingent of some of the best custom motorcycles in the world. Usually, brand new creations coming from all over Europe and the rest of the world that later you will be able to admire in other US bike shows and print […]
The Harley-Davidson V-Rod being a niche model, not many after-market vendors devote time designing custom parts for this model. Bodywork being the most radical way to transform a stock motorcycle in a one-off creation, know that there is a company called GR Customs offering a wide series of fiberglass front and rear fenders. 6 different […]
Daytona Bike Week March 9-18, 2012. There Is An iPhone Application.
Published by January 29th, 2012 in Editorial and Events.Motorcycle enthusiasts going to Daytona for Bike Week (March 9 to 18, 2012) will have less difficulties planning their stay. The Daytona Regional Chamber of Commerce, the official source for all events, released an improved version of their iPhone application. With it, you can create your own list of favorite events, concerts, restaurants, attractions, bike […]
V-Twin Expo. February 4-6, 2012
Published by January 29th, 2012 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.Many things have already been said about the rivalry between the 12th edition of Cincinnati V-Twin Expo by Easyriders (Feb. 4-6) and the inaugural Indianapolis V-Twin dealer Show by Advanstar (Feb. 17-19) to attract exhibitors and visiting dealers.
Wreck The Collection
Published by January 28th, 2012 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Merchandise.A popular hobby, all eras and types of model cars are being collected all around the world. But where is the rust, are the scratches, the bumps, the dents giving these real rides their authenticity and character? Classic Wrecks ($40-$70) is offering 1/24 scale models of all types of trucks, sport cars, sedans lovingly handcrafted […]
Harley-Davidson Built This Custom Street Glide For Daytona MDA Daytona Raffle
Published by January 27th, 2012 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.Tickets to win start at $5.00 with all proceeds to benefit the Muscular Dystrophy Association (MDA.) This very special customized 2012 Street Glide® motorcycle is the featured prize of the Harley-Davidson 2012 Daytona Bike Week Motorcycle Raffle to benefit MDA. Created just for this event by the Harley-Davidson Genuine Motor Accessories® department, the Street Glide […]
My Harley Sportster Is A Kicker
Published by January 27th, 2012 in Builders, Customs, Driveline, Editorial and Videos.Sportster. Not only one of the hottest selling new models from Harley-Davidson, but also one of the most sought-after used bikes, especially by generation X & Y looking for an affordable base to build their dream bike. And often, they would like to turn this very respectable model into an even more classic bike via […]
Paul Teutul Sr. In Donald Trump’s Celebrity Apprentice NBC TV Series
Published by January 27th, 2012 in Editorial and Events.Paul Sr. is transitioning from the Discovery Channel’s hit reality Series “American Chopper” to Donald Trump’s “Celebrity Apprentice.” The TV show new season starts mid February with 2 x 9 = 18 business-savvy celebrity contestants competing for the goal of raising money and awareness for their charity of choice. The last person standing will be “hired” […]
Harley-Davidson New Edge Cut Fork Slider Covers
Published by January 26th, 2012 in Accessories, Customs, Editorial and Suspension.Did I see these before proposed by others? Harley just released these one-piece Edge Cut Upper Fork Slider Covers (P/N 45600006, $179.95) finished in rich glossy black powdercoat and machined to expose the raw aluminum casting. The resulting contrasting surfaces complement the Original Equipment satin-finished front end, or are a great complement with accessory black […]
Come In. Rent A Lift And Tools. Repair Your Motorcycle.
Published by January 26th, 2012 in Builders, Editorial and Videos.During these past 3 years I wrote a few articles about “Self-Repair” shops offering individuals the option to come in, reserve a lift, rent tools and machines and do their own fabrication/repair jobs with or without the supervision and help of on location expert technicians. The only negative, at least in the sue-happy US society, is […]
Myrtle Beach Harley Rally Dates Moved Back For 2012. The Harley Davidson “Cruisin’ the Coast” spring motorcycle rally will happen later in the month of May. New dates are May 18-28th. Reason? To coincide with with the Atlantic Beach bike rally and other events that go on along the Grand Strand. Hells Angels Plan Annual […]
Polaris Reports Record 2011 Fourth Quarter and Full Year Results
Published by January 25th, 2012 in Builders, Editorial and Events.Just after Harley-Davidson, Polaris Industries announced its 4th quarter 2011 and full year results, and they are excellent. As you know, Polaris designs, engineers, manufactures and markets ioff-road vehicles (ORVs), including all-terrain vehicles (ATVs) and the Polaris RANGER® side-by-side vehicles, snowmobiles, the Victory motorcycles and on-road electric/hybrid powered vehicles. Fourth quarter 2011 earnings per diluted […]
Exclusive. Zach Ness NessCafe. The First Custom Victory Judge.
Published by January 25th, 2012 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.If last Friday you were not present at the New York International Motorcycle Show, you discovered the 2013 Victory Judge model first in photos in my blog, then in a video where it was shown in action flexing its American muscles. But this new model unveiling is only part of the story. Some of you […]
You got your tattoo in a reputable shop. Ink pigments are concentrated in a layer just below your epidermis boundary. With time, these pigments tends to migrate deeper into the dermis, accounting for the degraded detail of old tattoos. Except if you go for the aging sailor appearance, how rich and robust your tattoo will […]
