LC Fabrications was born as a machine shop and later evolved in a full service custom motorcycle shop with strong emphasis on parts design and fabrication. Founder Jeremy Cupp builds nice sleds (a lot of Sportsters and modern Triumphs), and when I say build, I mean not bolting on something together but really starting from […]
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Published by December 28th, 2010 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Videos.Fiber Optic Mohawk Helmets. Not For Me. For You?
Published by December 28th, 2010 in Accessories, Customs and Editorial.I can’t imagine myself with a Mohawk haircut, nor you… Much less wearing a Mohawk helmet shining like a Christmas tree! These fiber optic may be fun to use or show, but I doubt that a mature baby boomer (baby boomers are all supposed to be mature…) will buy one, even not for July the […]
Cobra USA is one of the industry leaders in the design, engineering and manufacturing of motorcycle custom accessories and exhaust systems for metric cruisers. And important to mention, everything is created, developed, and manufactured right here in the USA. From time to time the company builds some nice customs to experiment with new parts to […]
Paughco Dished Custom Gas Tank
Published by December 26th, 2010 in Builders, Chassis, Customs and Editorial.One of the ways to give a new gas tank the old school style, from the 50’s to 70’s, is to “Ax” and “Dish” it. Paughco offers this ready-to-install style in 4 capacities; 3.0, 3.5, 4.5 and 5 gallons with integrated mounts to install on most frame back bones. Tank is fitted with a bung […]
Catalog & Guide For The Home Bike Builder.
Published by December 26th, 2010 in Builders, Customs and Editorial.Named Weirdo (?), Lowbro Customs released their first in-house catalog/guide conceived for the garage builder who needs a little bit of advice to do it right the first time without destroying destroying the parts is just ordered. Of course, the boys at Lowbrow show you all the parts and accessories that they sell, and if […]
Fast Motorcycle Industry News
Published by December 25th, 2010 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.1- Polaris Industries Inc. has informed state of Wisconsin officials that it will begin the layoff of nearly 500 employees from its plants in Osceola on March 1, 2011. Medina, Minn.-based Polaris announced last May that it was exiting the Polk County operations in Osceola under a realignment of manufacturing operations that includes establishing a […]
BMW Motorcycle Subliminal Advertising
Published by December 25th, 2010 in Builders, Editorial and Videos.Experimentation of subliminal messages started many years ago. But never heard about this technique to sell motorcycles. Does this very appealing BMW S1000R need the use of a subliminal message to convince potential buyers? You could think that showing World Superbike racer Ruben Xaus flying around a track would be enough. In this theater commercial, […]
Harley-Davidson Garage Set. From $1405 To $599.
Published by December 24th, 2010 in Accessories, Builders and Editorial.Usually don’t publish promo offers because of too many, but can’t resist to show you this one. This complete Harley-Davidson storage garage set is a hit for any home mechanic who is a true Harley enthusiast. It was listed at $1405, and is now offered brand new at a huge discount, $599 with free shipping […]
Paul Teutul Sr. New Chop’ Hair
Published by December 24th, 2010 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.A corporation as client to build a theme bike? I don’t know any Custom Builder who would refuse such commissioned work. Orange County Choppers made a huge business of mimicking on a 2-wheeler the brand, the logo, the product(s) sold by a corporation. So, here is a preview of a new theme bike built by Paul […]
An old and blind cowboy wanders into an all-girl biker bar by mistake. He finds his way to a bar stool and orders a shot of Jack Daniels. After sitting there for a while, he yells to the bartender. ‘Hey, you wanna hear a blonde joke?’ The bar immediately falls absolutely silent. In a very deep, husky voice, the […]
Unrest At Harley-Davidson
Published by December 23rd, 2010 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Painters.Sex sells almost everything and paint jobs sell a lot of bikes. Through the Sheet Metal Exchange, Harley-Davidson is launching the Unrest Series Paint Set available now with a price from $2199.95 to $5,199.95. This theme paint job features Day of the Dead skull, tribal designs and helter-skelter Harley lettering over a matte black background […]
Happy Holidays From Fred Astaire, Bing Crosby And Cyril Huze
Published by December 23rd, 2010 in Editorial, Events and Videos.The Evolution of the Harley-Davidson Motorcycle
Published by December 22nd, 2010 in Books, Builders and Editorial.What are the models that have shaped the future of Harley Davidson, their similarities, recurrent themes and innovations? How have they helped make the brand an American icon? This book is not one more book about Harley-Davidson. Its merit is how author George J. Pardos approaches his research from the perspective of the 1st year […]
Harley Shovelhead. From Swingarm To Hardtail Without Cutting And Welding.
Published by December 22nd, 2010 in Builders, Chassis, Customs and Editorial.The traditional method to turn a Harley Shovelhead into a rigid is to do a full bike disassembly, cutting the swingarm mounts, then welding a new tail section to the frame. Tim Anding at Papa Clutch Customs proposes a bolt-on rigid tail section which is a direct replacement of the stock swing-arm and shocks for […]
Detroit, Michigan. Motor City, metonym for the American automobile industry, with the Big Three automobile companies, General Motors, Ford, and Chrysler, calling it home. It’s where Jim Nasi and his 2 older brothers were born, and with the added influence of a father working for GM, not surprisingly, all 3 boys were very young surrounded by […]
Ducati Unveils The Diamond Black Diavel
Published by December 22nd, 2010 in Builders, Editorial and Events.With its stunning looks, Testastretta engine producing 162 hp, its sophisticated traction control system and its Ride-By-Wire technology (twist grip and engine are not connected by a cable but by an electronic interface adjusting ideal power engine response) and its 240 mm rear section the Ducati Diavel stole the show at the recent Milan International Motorcycle […]
Daytona International Speedway Repaving Is Completed.
Published by December 21st, 2010 in Editorial and Events.Because so many of you have been there and will come back during Daytona Bike Week 2011, an update on this big project. On July 5, 2010 the project of repaving the 2.5 mile long Daytona International Speedway got started. It is now completed with last weekend a group of motorcycle racers getting a chance […]
V-Twin Expo By Easyriders. February 5-7, 2011
Published by December 21st, 2010 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.In a little bit more than 6 weeks, all the custom motorcycle industry will meet again under the roof of the Cincinnati, OH Duke Energy Convention Center. Builders, manufacturers, dealers, distributors and media will get a chance to see, appreciate, evaluate and judge all the new concepts, ideas and custom parts that you, the retail client, will […]
New From Xtreme Machine. Your Favorite Image In Your Custom Wheels.
Published by December 21st, 2010 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Videos.Are we having an excessive pride in our motorcycle’s appearance? Always in need to display our feelings about everything? Yep, for many us, image is (almost) everything. So, for 2011 Xtreme Machine is launching the Vanity Wheels where you can display any image expressing your feelings, your cause, your fight, your club, etc. For the […]
Asserting Your Rights At The Airport Without Saying one Word.
Published by December 21st, 2010 in Editorial and Merchandise.Flying again during the holidays? With a little bit of creativity, any legislation can be the pretext to make a little bit of money, if not starting a new business. After showing you 1 month ago the boxer-briefs with built-in radiation-blocker, now these “4th Amendment” tee-shirts printed with a metallic dye that will show up on scans. So, while […]
Last Minute Biker Christmas Gift. Viktor Toothbrush And Razor Holders.
Published by December 21st, 2010 in Editorial and Merchandise.Bathroom dilemma. Where do I place my toothbrush and razor? Not in this old cup, nor laying on the sink counter top because experts will tell you it’s very unhealthy. A designer is always available to resolve the most trivial problems of our daily life. Hence, these sleek and asymmetrical Viktor toothbrush/razor holders to know […]
2011. The Year Of The Cafe Racer.
Published by December 20th, 2010 in Builders, Customs and Editorial.It’s a long time that fashion evolves in multiple trends running in parallel, not as a unique way to dress for one season or two. Same for the custom motorcycle scene. After an overdose of new too long radical choppers being almost the only type of bike being built between 1999 and 2004, since then, board […]
Harley-Davidson Universal Locks For Soft Saddlebags
Published by December 20th, 2010 in Accessories, Customs and Editorial.Soft-sided saddlebags are extremely vulnerable to the grab-and-go thief. This new kit from Harley-Davidson features two extra-small barrel locks that can replace existing saddlebag snaps to perform double-duty as locks or as snaps when the bags don’t need to be locked. The lock can also be keyed to match a barrel-style Harley-Davidson ignition key (keyed […]
Important Motorcycles Join Last Vegas Auction On January 6th, 2011
Published by December 19th, 2010 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.Bonhams is pleased to announce the addition of several important motorcycles from two renowned collections to their inaugural motorcycle sale in Las Vegas on January 6th. First, from a famous Texas-based collection best known for its numerous and exquisite automobiles come several motorcycles. Some of those being offered include a 1935 Rudge 250 Sport, a […]
Cast Steel Or Stainless Steel Frame Neck
Published by December 19th, 2010 in Builders, Chassis, Customs and Editorial.John Grant at Hardtail Choppers produces frames and sell all the individual components that you may need if your are building your own. This new neck is produced for builders wanting a single down tube neck with backbone and down tube holes already machined to accept 1 1/2″ frame tubes. Offered in 30-degree rake in […]
New Dunlop Wide Whitewall Tires For Harley-Davidson Sportster Models.
Published by December 18th, 2010 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Wheels.Available in 19″ front and 16″ rear, these new Dunlop wide whitewall tires (1.125″ front and 1.50″ rear) are now available from your local Harley-Davidson Dealer. Retro look guaranteed, especially if you pair them with a set of black rims. Dunlop® Tires has a long relation with Harley-Davidson Motorcycles, providing original equipment and service replacement […]
