I guess I would not write this post if I was not this week traveling in Europe… The fastest growing segment of Electric Vehicles is not cars, but motorcycles. Europe and Asia, because of the way cities were built and grown, with their inherent almost 24h/day traffic congestion, make the current offering (limited miles and […]
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Volta Electric Motorcycle. A New Contender. Probably Not In The US.
Published by November 29th, 2011 in Builders and Editorial.In a former feature I introduced you to JC and Jimmie Lee Coen the 2 brothers of Three Two Choppers out of Dallas/Fort Worth, Texas. They focus all their efforts in unusual solutions with for objective to set new trends in motorcycle design. And AMFU, name of this creation, shows that they are very serious […]
Bonneville Speedway Museum Begins To Take Shape
Published by November 27th, 2011 in Editorial and Events.First time I visited Bonneville, I was surprised that there was no museum commemorating all those pioneers who raced the Salts of Utah. To be more precise, there was a small one now defunct since 12 years. Last year, Wendover, Utah, Mayor Mike Crawford and local Bonneville enthusiast John House announced that they had secured […]
Volkswagen Trying To Convince You Than A Jetta Is Better Than A Motorcycle!
Published by November 27th, 2011 in Builders, Editorial and Videos.I find this 75-second campaign for Volkswagen South Africa to sell Jettas somewhat dumb. Advertising USP (or Unique Selling Proposition) made by the German manufacturer? If you want to taste freedom and to look super cool, a Jetta is much better than your motorcycle. Why, they argue? Of course because you will not have to […]
2012 Easyriders Bike Show Tour Schedule
Published by November 26th, 2011 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.In 2012 the famous Easyriders 2012 Bike Show Tour will begin January 7th in California, then move to the east coast with the final competition for the big awards, as always, in Columbus, Ohio. The Easyriders Show Tour features some of the best builders in the country, pros and amateurs. Schedule is as follows. January […]
Now that Triumph is making a big come back in Europe and in the US, it’s time to watch again this original B/W film about the machining, assembly, the use of Triumphs by police in Paris and London and of course some racing.
What The Hell Is A Shucklehead Engine?
Published by November 25th, 2011 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Engines.You will never guess. So, I am telling you. Its an engine built with a year ‘57 Harley Panhead lower end and year ‘66 Shovelhead heads and cylinders…… You need quite an imagination to do this. And the reason behind this project is that motorcycle restoration professional Roger Squires from Southern California, likes the looks […]
New Women’s Juneau Leather Gear From Harley-Davidson
Published by November 25th, 2011 in Builders, Editorial and Merchandise.Constructed of drum-dyed leather with zippered venting on the front and back, the new women’s Juneau Leather Jacket (P/N 98019-12VW, starting at $395) from the Harley-Davidson® MotorClothes® line provides custom climate control in varying temperatures. The 100 percent poly-twill body lining is complemented by the action back and power-stretch material at the sides for optimal […]
Milwaukee Golf Caddy For Your Harley
Published by November 24th, 2011 in Accessories, Customs and Editorial.I have no idea of the number of bikers playing golf on a regular basis, and how many of them would like to ride their bike to their favorite course if they could carry their clubs. Now you can ride to the golf course with your golf bag securely attached. Easy to install, the Milwaukee […]
Fast Motorcycle Industry News
Published by November 24th, 2011 in Builders, Editorial, Engines and Events.S&S Cycle Saved By Wisconsin State Loans. The company was in peril, admit S&S owner George B. Smith and President Steve Iggens. The La Crosse, Wisconsin company was growing very fast in the 90’s and beginning of the 00’s and took loans to finance its expansion. Then, the economic downturn with less orders and high interest borrowing created […]
Renegade Wheels Appoints V-Twin Industry Veteran Lonny Spiva As Responsible Sales And Dealer Development.
Published by November 24th, 2011 in Customs, Editorial, Events and Wheels.Chuck Frederick, President of Renegade Wheels, said “Lonny brings tremendous V-Twin experience and dealer network knowledge which will greatly complement the current strengths of our organization. He has accomplished great things with other companies in our industry and we are truly excited to have him on our team.” Lonny’s resume includes experience with many industry […]
Turn You Harley Dyna Into A Bagger
Published by November 23rd, 2011 in Accessories, Chassis and Editorial.SUMAX just expanded its extensive range of hard bag options with the introduction of saddlebags and associated brackets for use on ’06 and Up Harley Dyna models. Sumax’s own bags are constructed from composite fiberglass, with the outside finished with a gel coat primer ready for paint, and the inside is finished with a charcoal […]
Free Fork Springs With Purchase Of A Set Of Touring Rear Shocks
Published by November 23rd, 2011 in Customs, Editorial and Suspension.From Progressive Suspension, America’s premier manufacturer of motorcycle suspension, an interesting offer to help you make a complete suspension improvement at a very reasonable price. During November and December 2011, if you buy a set of 940 or 440 Series touring shocks, you get a free set of fork springs, either in stock or lowered […]
James Against Teutuls Live American Chopper Build-Off. Jesse James Interview.
Published by November 23rd, 2011 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Videos.The Discovery live bike-building battle between Jesse James, Paul Teutul Senior and Paul Teutul Jr at the Hard Rock Hotel in Las Vegas will air Dec. 5-6 at 9 pm ET. A Jesse James interview…
Rock the Holidays Guitar Sweepstakes
Published by November 23rd, 2011 in Customs, Editorial and Merchandise.The Sturgis Buffalo Chip® is giving people a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to win a custom “30 Years Strong” Epiphone Coronet™ collectible guitar signed by the 2011 Sturgis Buffalo Chip concert lineup. Music-lovers and Chip-goers alike have a special opportunity to make this holiday season truly rock by registering to win this ultimate one-of-a-kind holiday gift online […]
New Metalsport Torque Don Juan Wheel. Up to 30″ Tall.
Published by November 22nd, 2011 in Customs, Editorial and Wheels.I guess that calling its new model Don Juan, Metalsport Wheels suggest that like the fictional rogue and libertine character who spent his life seducing women, this new wheel will work in your favor with all women seeing you riding your bike. Huh… At least, some will agree that this new offering is pure 3-D […]
2012 Custom Chrome Europe Rookie Award
Published by November 22nd, 2011 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.An interesting initiative coming from Europe. To honor the next Generation of Customizers and living up to the 2012 CCE Dealer Show slogan “Face the Future”, Custom Chrome Europe is looking for the Young Customizer 2012! The rules of participation are simple: he may work in his own garage, at an apprenticeship or in the […]
Baker Drivetrain Black Friday Giveaway
Published by November 22nd, 2011 in Driveline, Editorial and Events.Before you spend some money on Black Friday, you could make some. For example, a $1000 gift certificate from BAKER. The leader in drivetrain components gives you a chance to win a shopping spree Enter the BAKER Drivetrain Black Friday Sweepstakes. It starts today and ends November 24th for your chance to win a $1,000 BAKER […]
Schwinn Inspired Custom Motorcycle
Published by November 21st, 2011 in Builders, Customs and Editorial.After introducing you to the shop Rods & Rides and to their “Ol’ 37” custom, another of their bikes that they were showing during Daytona Biketoberfest, Called the “S” bike, S is short for Scwhinn, inspiration for this creation being the famous bicycle company… and, everybody has already noticed, some of the customs produced by […]
Federal Judge Rules That New York State Motorcycle Checkpoints Are Not Unconstitutional
Published by November 21st, 2011 in Editorial and Events.In several US states, motorcyclists have claimed and sued their governments, claiming that their constitutional rights are violated during police or troopers highway checkpoints. Their argument is that these checkpoints unfairly and unconstitutionally are systematically targeting bikers under suspicion of wrongdoing. If checkpoints from “a general interest in crime control” without suspicion always amount to […]
The Art Of The Harley-Davidson Motorcycle
Published by November 20th, 2011 in Books, Builders, Customs and Editorial.Not just another Harley book. Not only a larger number of bikes (stock and CVO’s), excellent pictures by photographer David Blattel, but even more important a very well written and informative text by Dain Gingerelli whose background includes the job of editor in no less than 6 motorcycle magazines. The colorful evolution of Harley-Davidson, its […]
Icon The Derelicts. What Is Your Fancy?
Published by November 20th, 2011 in Builders, Chassis, Customs and Editorial.If you dream of a special bespoke motorcycle I am pretty sure you would also love to own a custom car built around the vintage body of your choice car, but updated with a new modern chassis, powertrain, interior, electrical components, etc. This is the specialty of a company created by Jonathan Ward named Icon. […]
Harley-Davidson Compact Air Pump Compressor
Published by November 19th, 2011 in Accessories, Builders and Editorial.Interesting new Harley-Davidson Air Pump Compact Air Compressor with Light that you plug into a motorcycle battery charging harness. It features a built-in, 0-160 psi pressure gauge and bright LED work light. The 11-inch air hose and six-foot, fuse-protected power cord easily reach the front and rear wheels, and are stored in convenient compartments when […]
2012 Progressive International Motorcycle Shows Kicks Off Nationwide Tour On November 18
Published by November 19th, 2011 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.IMS is the US’s largest and longest-running powersports national show tour and the 12-city it tour will kick off Friday, November 18-20 in San Mateo, California. With nearly 70,000 square feet of exhibit space, visitors will find hundreds of new bikes from leading manufacturers including Harley-Davidson, Erik Buell, Ducati, Norton, Triumph, MV Agusta, Honda, Husqvarna, Kawasaki, […]
US Harley-Davidson Dealer Inventories Too Low? The investment firm Robert W. Baird & Co. reports that new Harley-Davidson motorcycles inventory has never been so low in 10 years. Protecting Harley brand value was one of the objectives announced and repeated by Harley-Davidson President. The survey was made among 50 dealers with 86% of them stating […]
