On February 28th, I reported the launch of Victory Police Motorcycles, not a division born at Polaris Industries headquarters, but from the initiative of a Victory Dealer in Tucson Arizona (Mike Shultz and Nita Buckner) with the support of a motor officer named Shawn Ramsey. The enterprise was founded on the belief of its founders […]
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First Victory Police Motorcycles Delivered
Published by June 2nd, 2011 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.James Maund is a third generation parts maker based in Los Angeles. There he specializes in old motorcycles and what can make them run and look better. To his line of parts he just added this Brake Vent designed to fit most drum brake plates which, in most cases, are very bland. So now you […]
Unrestored Running 1915 Indian. A Fire Breathing Monster.
Published by June 2nd, 2011 in Builders, Editorial and Videos.This bike was found dismantled in an Australian collection. Starting a 1915 Indian 61 boardtrack racer. It was a time when when men were racing with wide open throttle, no brakes and a strong faith in God…. See the flames coming out of the ported cylinder heads.
It’s a Craftsman Snap On Matco Toolbox sticker label decal for sale on eBay. $7.00 with free shipping. Rush if you want one. Jump THERE. (thanks Tim Meritt)
NAACP Files Class Action Lawsuit Againt Myrtle Beach For Alleged Discrimination During Black Bike Week
Published by June 1st, 2011 in Editorial and Events.The 2011 Black Bike Week (May 26-30) in Myrtle Beach, SC just ended and the NAACP has already filed a class action lawsuit against the city for its alleged pattern of discrimination against black bikers. Each year the civil rights group is in town to monitor fairness of rally compared to the Harley-Davidson event held […]
Fantasizing Of Becoming Bonneville New Rollie Free (Part 2)
Published by June 1st, 2011 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.Laurent Dutruel at Zen Motorcycles is closer to his Bonneville dream. His custom bike, a tribute to Masayuki Morimoto’s boardtracker Harley, is completed and first road tests and tuning are going on (see video after the jump.) Laurent Dutruel will try to nail a land speed record in the 1000 A-PG class, (less than 1000 […]
From the western part of the Netherlands, or Holland, some high tech ligthing for those who want to put touches of Extreme on their bikes. They are Europe compliant, so they are here in the US. The chrome headlight is sold with its bracket working with most Harley and custom triple trees. Headlamp is of […]
New Intake System For Harley Davidson Touring Models with Fly-By-Wire
Published by May 31st, 2011 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Engines.Barons Custom Accessories introduces their new BAK Intake System for Harley Davidson touring models with Fly-By-Wire. Barons Custom Accessories BAK is flow bench and dyno designed for substantially increased horsepower and torque. The kit features a chromed billet cover in your choice of Enferno, Smooth, Flame, Contract Cut Pinstripe, Pinup Girl (Danni Doll) or Comet […]
For The Price Of A Brand New Sportster. PiCycle Electric Bike.
Published by May 31st, 2011 in Editorial.Zero emission during 20 miles cruising at 30 mph without pedaling…Powered by a 48 volt brushless DC motor, this hybrid electric/muscle got n internal hub transmission with shift-on-the-fly capabilities, as well as a belt drive system, hydraulic brakes, a suspension seat post, a lacquer finish and a cool arched design. Italian racing red or Black […]
Before you are tempted to send me flames, let me mention very clearly that this is not a political post – I don’t write any in my blog – and that my statements would be the same with any politician of either side. During this Memorial Day weekend, the “Rolling Thunder” brings street closures, sound […]
Jimmy Lee and JC Coen are 2 brothers who, after customizing bikes for friends and themselves during 18 years, have made the big jump into the world of Pro Custom Building. And although most would consider that these last years were the less favorable to get started in the industry, their shop Three-Two Choppers in […]
Clear Paint Guard Kit Protects Your Touring Bike Saddlebag Lids
Published by May 30th, 2011 in Accessories, Builders, Customs and Editorial.Sorry ladies. You are often responsible for a lot of scuffs and chips on saddlebag painted lid surfaces (I admit, we would not do better if we would ride in the back.) The new Transparent Paint Guard Kit for Saddlebag Lids (P/N 11100028, $79.95) from Harley-Davidson® Genuine Motor Accessories is designed to protect saddlebag lids […]
The Broken Spoke Saloon Laconia party is less than 2 week away, starting on Friday, June 10th. From then through the next nine days, the world’s biggest biker bar will be a prime destination during Laconia Motorcycle Week. The Broken spoke will be celebrating in style as they play host to some of the hottest […]
Like Harley-Davidson, Coca-Cola is identified with the USA. But except if you are an expert in cola matters you don’t know that the original 1886 patented medicine (supposed to cure many diseases, including morphine addiction, dyspepsia, neurasthenia, headache, and impotence) and sold for 5 cents a glass at soda fountains was not bottled until 1894 with […]
New Digital Gear Indicator From Harley-Davidson
Published by May 28th, 2011 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Electrical.This new LED handlebar display (chrome or black $219.95) from Harley-Davidson® eliminates gear-selection guesswork. Conveniently located on the handlebar for line-of-site viewing, the bright LED display is easy-to-read with a quick glance. When the clutch is out, the display indicates the current gear, or a large “N” when the transmission is in the neutral position.
Harley-Davidson Map Application For iPhone Users.
Published by May 28th, 2011 in Accessories, Builders and Editorial.Created by MAD Maps®, this iPhone application ($4.99) is officially Harley-Davidson® licensed and offers riders 975 of the best scenic rides for motorcyclists in the United States. These maps make trips more memorable by taking riders off the interstates and onto two-lane ribbons of pavement. Examples of downloadable ride maps include: Canyon Tour – Winding […]
Jack Daniel’s Black Label. 80″ Proof.
Published by May 27th, 2011 in Builders, Customs and Editorial.A few of you like but the majority of you hate theme bikes. But did you notice that the vast majority of those built abroad have American inspired themes. Although the Tennessee whiskey Jack Daniel’s (the company disavows the classification of Straight Bourbon) has been the inspiration of a multitude of custom bikes in the US, […]
Ed Hardy Motorcycle Fashion Helmets
Published by May 27th, 2011 in Customs, Editorial and Merchandise.I guess those who dress in Ed Hardy from socks to caps – if they really ride a motorcycle – will want to complete their gear with these riding fashion helmets. Supposedly they are very hot…It’s the result of the partnership between Christian Audigier (he created the Von Dutch clothing and accessories line, now defunct) and the graphic […]
Harley-Davidson Hits The Road With Willie Nelson’s Tour. To Attract Youth?
Published by May 26th, 2011 in Builders, Editorial and Events.When I learned yesterday that Harley-Davidson Motor Company is launching the Summer Willie Nelson’s Country Throwdown with 25 dates across the country to promote its Dark Custom Motorcycles line, I was very surprised. Nothing against Willie Nelson. He is an iconic American country singer-songwriter, author, poet, actor, and activist. But he is 78! In the […]
Headwinds Fork Mounted 2″ Spotlight Kit For Harley Touring Bikes
Published by May 26th, 2011 in Customs, Editorial and Electrical.While riding at night your visual footprint is how much of the road you can see front of you. Of course, longer and wider is this footprint, greater is your chance to see but also to be seen by others. A pair of additional spotlights helping your headlight to do its job is the way to […]
Thundermax Easy Performance Upgrade
Published by May 26th, 2011 in Customs, Editorial, Engines and Exhaust.No factory bike responds to simple intake and exhaust upgrades like a Harley®! When customizing, improving performance is one of the favorite plays . But many are still scared at the idea of modifying an EFI bike. No worries with the Thundermax Zip Kit, a package including an AutoTune ECM, a MaxFlow air filter and […]
While at the Cannes Festival in France to promote a new documentary named “The Big Fix” about the BP Gulf oil spill, Peter Fonda made comments that could be construed as threats against President Obama. And because there is a federal law prohibiting to threaten the President, will he face legal trouble? Peter Fonda “I’m training my […]
Riding and customizing are not the only 2 ways to express your love affair with motorcycles. For example, you can express it through illustrations and paintings. And very few in the world do it with such artistic ability and sincerity than David Uhl. If at the age of 3 you stunned your family and friends with […]
Roland Sands Design Grand Opening. RSD has moved to a new location in Los Alamitos, California. The 5,900 sq.ft. headquarters is a design and development center, a custom motorcycles shop and for the 1st time a retail store. Roland Sands was founded in 2005 and since then, Roland has built many ground breaking customs and […]
The Annual Riding Into History is a superb event held in May in St. Augustine, Florida featuring each year about 300 to 400 antique, vintage, race and custom bikes from all over America and Europe. Faithful reader and photographer great John Adams was on location and shot hundreds of pictures. I picked some close-ups showing […]
Funny. President Obama Unstoppable Limo Get Stuck On Small Ramp.
Published by May 24th, 2011 in Editorial and Events.Wherever our President travels, a fleet of armored limos is being shipped for transportation. Yesterday Obama was in Dublin where his limo, a vehicle that can withstand everything except a nuclear bomb attack, breached itself on a tiny ramp. His security staff didn’t know what to do to free the limo…Did you say vulnerable?
