In the custom motorcycle industry Wilwood is less known than other brands. The reason may be that during 30 years Wilwood focused its efforts on high performance brakes for competition. On any given weekend, you can find Wilwood proprietary parts competing at events around the world. Today Wilwood Engineering develops a line of brake products […]
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“Despite the enormity of the task that lies ahead, I stand here today as hopeful as ever that the United States of America will endure, that it will prevail, that the dream of our founders will live on in our time,” President Barack Obama. “I think it’s fair to say that it’s going to take […]
Magnetic Hybrid Motorcycle Unveiled In Japan
Published by January 20th, 2009 in Builders and Editorial.First there was Sumo, the Japanese sport of heavyweight wrestling. Now, a much lighter and faster motorcycle called SUMO has entered the ring. The Sumo scooter version to be sold $2100!
Royal Enfield Sold As Indian Motorcycles. Did You Know?
Published by January 19th, 2009 in Builders and Editorial.In 1953 the Brockhouse Corporation acquired the rights to the Indian Motorcycle name after it went bankrupt. From 1955 to 1960 British Royal Enfield motorcycles were painted red, and marketed in the USA as Indian Motorcycles. Badge engineering (a term that describes the re-badging of one product as another to avoid the cost associated with designing and […]
Custom Shovelhead-style engines are now offered in a variety of bores, many much larger than the original design displacements (OEM was 1200 cc from 1966 to 1978, then 1340 cc to last year in 1984). This one from Ultima is 96 cubic inch and of course includes upgrades to the original design to improve the […]
Women Like To Ride To Women Events. But Where?
Published by January 19th, 2009 in Editorial and Events.Women Riders Now (WRN) launched in 2006, has positioned itself as the leading source of motorcycling news, reviews and information focused on women . It’s the web place to learn about updates on upcoming women riders rallies sponsored by Harley-Davidson and Buell. On August 19-22, 2009, in Keystone, Colorado, the American Motorcyclist Association (AMA) International […]
The mother factory and its competitors in the heavy weight motorcycle market are preparing themselves for a big drop in 09 sales. In addition to the biggest contraction in US consumer spending since the 70’s, it is probable that Harley-Davidson international sales, which had grown by double digits in recent years, will no more be […]
When Riding Your Motorcycle Did You Ever Entered The Zone?
Published by January 17th, 2009 in Books and Editorial.The book cover is far from being appealing to me. But the content is. Author Ken Condon maintains that there is a state of being beyond the simple pleasure of rolling down the road. His book was written to help other riders find that state of being. It’s the experience of being physically and mentally […]
If the Internet consisted of real brick and mortar buildings there would be a construction boom going on right now like the world has never seen. The Internet is not in a recession or on the road to a depression, rather it is experiencing an economic and social explosion of activity. Celebrating 12 years cruising […]
Falling In Love With The Victory Core Concept Motorcycle
Published by January 16th, 2009 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.When I fall in love, it’s always at first glance. And it’s true even for motorcycles. This Friday morning the Victory Core Concept Motorcycle is unveiled at the International New-York Motorcycle Show. Images immediately pop up on my laptop screen. Good vibrations. Instant desire to know more about it, […]
Your Kick Start To Harley-Davidson Maintenance & Performance
Published by January 16th, 2009 in Editorial and Videos.All bikers should be able to work on their bikes. And it’s probably easier than what you think to do yourself a lot of maintenance chores and even some performance tricks. Who doesn’t need to know? Start wrenching and start saving. Fix My Hog is a reputable website offering very well produced and very comprehensive how-to Harley-Davidson […]
Unveiling Of The Honda Fury Chopper
Published by January 16th, 2009 in Builders, Editorial and Events.In the 1st half of my professional life I worked for international blue chip companies, and I know too well how slow they are to take decisions, assimilate trends and produce their manufacturing products. But once again I am puzzled by the decision of Honda to launch their first chopper model a decade after the new […]
Best (beer) shot of the week. How to hold a beer while riding. All ladies, try this. It works.
Of course it comes from the UK where a team of Englishmen have decided that the Jaguar leaper cat logo could be a good base for a custom motorcycle…or sculpture on 2 wheels. I don’t don’t know if it runs properly, hope that it’s more reliable than a Jaguar on […]
What a boss (undisclosed) wrote to its employees. To All My Valued Employees, There have been some rumblings around the office about the future of this company, and more specifically, your job. As you know, the economy has changed for the worse and presents many challenges. However, the good news is this: The economy […]
Saddlemen New Universal Teardrop Smooth Saddlebags
Published by January 14th, 2009 in Customs, Editorial and Seats.Today’s cruisers are streamlined and need bags with a matching feel. For a modern look, a teardrop shape is the name of the game. Besides looking great, the streamlined shape allows stock turn signal locations to be used, eliminating some of the hassle of mounting other saddlebags. These bags include solid adjustable mounting brackets and […]
It’s what the government FHWA Office Of Safety wants you to ride in the future. More info on the website of Florida ABATE.
Matchless one of the oldest British motorcycle brands (1899-1966) with a wide range of models and a long history of racing success. The one I feature in this post was born in 1960 as an off-road-only “Westerner” G80C model, and when Bill Oster put its hands on it the bike was close to a basket […]
His name is Matt Marino. In his website Moto Basturds he publishes a few moto comics every week, hoping they will stick like day old spaghetti on a greasy kitchen wall. Go there when you have an urgent need to smile.
Not too many Custom Softail Sportster frames are available. A new option is offered by Maximum Motorcycles with this new one called “Soft-Tail-Sport-Bob”. It comes complete with axle, stainless steel pivot bolts, axis tube, swing arm, splash guard, fender struts, internal fork stop & hardware. All included for $1695.00, (optional oil tank is $399.00). The boys […]
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Effective 2009 Myrtle Beach Will No Longer Host Motorcycle Rallies
Published by January 12th, 2009 in Editorial and Events.It’s official and it comes from a statement of the Myrtle Beach, SC Mayor. The city will no more host any motorcycle rally. And to tell you clear & loud, the city created a website called Motorcycle Biker Info where mayor John Rhodes justifies the decision on complaints of residents weary of 3 weeks of noise and traffic congestion. […]
Choppers Inc. Stacked Oil Cap
Published by January 12th, 2009 in Accessories, Builders, Customs and Editorial.Aluminum, copper & brass. The most noble materials and best color combination for many motorcycles. Here a fine example of precision machined sheets of aluminum, copper and brass stacked in an oil cap in 2 versions to fit Harley-Davidson stock oil tanks from 65 to 99 and from 00 to 08. This design should now be declined on grips, pegs, […]
Paying Tribute To The Only Harley Repair Mechanic In Cuba
Published by January 12th, 2009 in Editorial.The first Harley-Davidson motorcycles arrived in Cuba in the 1920’s. But after the 1959 communist revolution and the consequent U.S. trade embargo that followed most Harleys disappeared smuggled out of the island, others fell in disrepair and parts available dried up. So, how is it possible that there are still about 100 Harleys in Cuba, […]
Timeless Motor Company New Sponsor Of Cyril Huze Blog
Published by January 12th, 2009 in Builders, Customs and Editorial.Is there a market for vintage motorcycle replicas? You bet. There is already a big one for cars. Especially if the reproduction is a masterpiece of authenticity offered at a very reasonable price. As you can see by the banner under this post, after 10 years of casting work, reproducing molds and special tooling, Timeless […]
The 9th annual V-Twin Expo will open its doors February 6th at noon for a series of seminars, then on Saturday February 7th at 8 AM, thousand of dealers, members of the industry and press will rush inside the Cincinnati Duke Energy Center to meet hundreds of exhibitors showing their 2009 ware. Of course, I […]
