Led by motorcycle industry veteran Chris McGee, Revolution Communication, known as RevComm, is a full service advertising, marketing, media solutions and public relations agency with a focus on brand development within the motorsports industry. The Sturgis Buffalo Chip, known as the premier entertainment, camping and vending destination of the Sturgis Motorcycle Rally, “I feel this […]
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Sturgis Buffalo Chip Appoints Chris McGee’s RevComm As Agency Of Record
Published by November 9th, 2011 in Editorial and Events.A guy goes to the U.S, Post Office to apply for a job. The interviewer asks him, “Are you allergic to anything?” He replies, “Yes, caffeine. I can’t drink coffee.” “Ok, have you ever been in the military service?” “Yes,” he says, “I was in Iraq for one tour.” The interviewer says, “That will give […]
Artist Conrad Leach Vintage Motorcycle Paintings
Published by November 8th, 2011 in Editorial and Painters.Renowned for his portraits of vintage racing subjects –motorcars and motorcycles– executed in unique, contemporary technique, Conrad Leach’s artworks grace the walls of private and public collections around the world. Three of his museum-quality giclée prints taken from London artist’s most popular motorcycle-centric paintings, signed and numbered by Leach, are for sale on a recently […]
Akrapovic Exhaust Systems. Remember This name.
Published by November 8th, 2011 in Customs, Editorial and Exhaust.Those not in motorcycle racing have never heard the name Akrapovic. A couple of months ago, I introduced you to this European company because its experience and high quality reputation with numerous teams in the Pro Superbike championship (Kawasaki, Yamaha, Suzuki, Ducati, Honda), is now associated with new exhaust systems specifically conceived for most Harley-Davidson […]
No Major Motorcycle Manufacturer Can Really Expand Staying Out Of India. A few numbers: India’s economy has surged 8% a year over the past decade, the second-fastest rate of growth in the world after China. At that pace, it could become the world’s third-largest economy by 2030. Over the past 20 years, the population in […]
Motor Bike Expo Italy Announces Access USA.
Published by November 8th, 2011 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.Of interest to all US companies wishing an opportunity to show their motorcycles, parts and accessories to the European public, distributors and media representatives, the Motor Bike Expo of Verona, Italy (January 20-22, 2012), one of the largest motorcycle shows in the world attracting over 120,000 visitors, offers for the 1st time turnkey booth packages […]
High Power Drain Plug Magnets
Published by November 8th, 2011 in Accessories, Customs, Editorial and Engines.Drain plug. Not the most sexy of all custom parts, but the only accessory you can add to your motor/engine, that will actually extend the life of your vehicle, regardless if it’s an automobile or motorcycle, or lawn mower or what you have with an engine. A company called Drain Plug Magnets makes high powered […]
Custom Harley-Davidson Blackline. In The True Spirit Of The Long Black Road.
Published by November 7th, 2011 in Builders, Customs and Editorial.The Softail Blackline was conceived by Harley-Davidson “pared to the bone with visual elements of the original bobber movement combined with a raw style embraced by today’s young bike builders.” Customizing it is to challenge yourself not only to preserve the bike raw personality but also to emphasize it with cosmetically more pleasing lines and parts, […]
Sneak Peek Of Performance Machine New Aluminum Rim Wire Wheels
Published by November 6th, 2011 in Customs, Editorial and Wheels.Spoke wheels are back with a vengeance, but the new generation will be rejuvenated with new spoke and nipple designs, aluminum rims for anodizing (black Ops) and polishing combinations (Contrast Cut) , etc. Above, 2 shots from new billet aluminum wire wheels by Performance Machine These new wheels should be available beginning of 2012… or sooner. To follow…
New Harley-Davidson Military Inspired Collection
Published by November 6th, 2011 in Builders, Editorial and Merchandise.Harley-Davidson MotorClothes is launching 30 items invoking a classic image of military gear. Among them, the following. Military Inspired Leather Bomber Jacket. Made in the USA of imported materials and limited to just 500 units, this Leather Bomber Jacket (P/N 97109-12VM, starting at $900) is an authentic replica of the distinct, durable jackets worn by […]
Postcards From 2011 Big Twin Bike Show & Zodiac Dealer Expo In Netherlands
Published by November 6th, 2011 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.This post to show you that our American Custom Motorcycle Industry is hard at work beyond our US Borders. This weekend (Nov. 4-6) European parts distributor Zodiac, in association with Dutch magazine Big Twin was running its dealer show near Eindhoven, Netherlands. An American presence with many American manufacturers, most of them now on their way […]
How To Build An Electric Cafe Racer For A Small Budget
Published by November 5th, 2011 in Builders, Customs and Editorial.South Carolina husband and wife Ed and Tammy build for fun their own electric motorcycles for a very modest budget. They decided to build an electric Cafe Racer in the style of the Triumphs of the 70’s and starting from a 1978 Honda CB750 costing them only $250 they arrived to finish EV motorcycle featured […]
On October 25th, I announced the annual Wheels Through Time Museum Raffle with the winner receiving this November 12 a gorgeous restored 1936 Harley-davidson EL 61 c.i. Knucklehead. It’s still time to buy tickets by jumping HERE. And the extra good news is that the winner will receive a print of his bike from this […]
Just On Time For Your Winter Bagger Project. New Eddie Trotta Rolex Fork Bells And Exhaust Tips.
Published by November 4th, 2011 in Accessories, Customs, Editorial, Exhaust and Suspension.From custom builder Eddie Trotta, a new way to dress your bagger front end and exhaust system. A little bit of bling, not too much, with these Rolex Fork Bells and matching Rolex Tips that you can easily install on 3.5″ or 4″ Rinehart end pipes and most after-mart slip-ons. Sold in pair in black or […]
Lehman Trikes Looking For Investment, Strategic Merger Or Selling The Company.
Published by November 4th, 2011 in Builders, Editorial and Events.Lehman Trikes Inc., calling itself the “Leader Of The Three World” and specializing in trikes, trike kits and conversions, issued a press release to investors signed by its President Kennon D. Hines, in which the company announces that it is looking for strategies to enhance shareholder value. Options include the possibility of selling, a strategic business […]
This short movie clip by independent filmmaker Scott Toepfer was chosen by corporate Harley-Davidson as example of the Harley culture in the 21st century. From Los Angeles to Reno, through Yosemite to San Francisco, and then south back home on the Pacific Coast Highway, and between stopping by ghost towns (the one featured is Bodie) […]
Cycle Source Magazine Best of 2011 Awards
Published by November 4th, 2011 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.Ever noticed Hollywood uses any excuse to pat each other on the back with awards? Well guess what, Cycle Source Magazine is doing it again, but their awards are for the “real deals”, the hard-working everyday enthusiasts that make our industry the “exciting, wouldn’t miss it for nothing” world that it is today. So here […]
Motorcycle Trailers Enhancing The Riding Experience?
Published by November 3rd, 2011 in Accessories and Editorial.Frank Esposito is President Of Kendon Trailers And Lifts. He just wrote an interesting piece about trailering your bike(s) to your destination. Of course, his writing has for objectives to promote his company and products. But he makes some valid arguments about the advantages of trailering. Since hauling or not is an age-old passionate debate […]
New Samson Sidewinders Exhaust for Softails
Published by November 3rd, 2011 in Customs, Editorial and Exhaust.The new “Sidewinders” exhaust (two individual pipes on one side), is part of Samson Legend Series for most Harley-Davidson Softails. The Sidewinders offer Samson’s exclusive Quad Chrome plating that provides ultimate adhesion and corrosion protection. (Sinister black ceramic finish available upon request) Designed, tuned and dyno tested to produce maximum horsepower, torque and awesome sound. […]
Question: This may be a ridiculous question, but I would like to know the correlation between air/fuel ratio and oil/fuel ratio rich/lean mixture. Is it acceptable to lean out the oil/fuel ratio from that of the manufactures recommendation to compensate for rich running conditions. I use Golden Spectro 2stroke oil in my ’99 KDX 200. […]
Survivor Star And Sturgis Rally Faithful Attender Rupert Boneham Running For Governor Of Indiana
Published by November 3rd, 2011 in Editorial and Events.He is well known for being the one million dollar winner of the reality TV show Survivor. He is also faithful visitor to the Sturgis Rally where he is participating in several rides to raise money for charities like the Legend’s Ride, and devote his life helping mentally handicapped children and troubled young adults expelled […]
2012 Polaris Produced Indian Motorcycles.
Published by November 2nd, 2011 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.As I reported before, not much could be done by Polaris between April of this year, when the company bought all Indian Motorcycle assets, and today. The 2012 Polaris built Indians are limited to 3 models, The Vintage, The Classic and The Dark Horse. No radical changes, but all have received about 12 small technical […]
Powder coating is winning against chrome plating. Seems that everybody is loving black parts, and they are much more riders friendly than chrome ones. So, Rivera Primo Inc.®, like so many other vendors, now offers its popular Brute IV Extreme™ Open Belt Drives in Matte Black powder coat finish. They went with powder coating due […]
Big Bear Choppers Looking For Business Advice On Bloomberg Television
Published by November 2nd, 2011 in Builders, Editorial and Videos.“Bloomberg The Mentor” is a new program on Bloomberg Television starting November 4th at 9 PM. In this financial TV show small businesses entrepreneurs get help from CEOs of some of the best-known companies in the nation. Top corporate executives come to the rescue, offering advice and a new strategy. Motorcycle manufacturer Big Bear Choppers […]
V-Twin Expo New Seminars For Attending Dealers
Published by November 2nd, 2011 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.Three new seminars are announced for the 12th annual V-Twin Expo in Cincinnati, OH February 4-6, 2012. “Each year we work closely with V-twin dealers to create and deliver relevant seminars that assist them in their efforts to grow their business or improve overall operations. By inviting industry experts as our seminar panelists, we deliver […]
