The Custom Paint Show organized by Dave and daughter Jody Perewitz is open to all bike brands, models on 2 and 3 wheels, with only the quality of paint work being judged and not the motorcycle itself. The event always features a very wide variety paint styles competing in different classes with the judging being […]
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Perewitz Custom Paint Show Back To 2017 Daytona Bike Week
Published by January 4th, 2017 in Customs, Editorial and Painters.You Know You Are Living In 2017 When… 1. You accidentally enter your PIN on the microwave. 2. You haven’t played solitaire with real cards in years. 3. You have a list of 15 phone numbers to reach your family of three. 4. You e-mail the person who works at the desk next to you. […]
Stiletto Shocks For The Right Attitude
Published by January 3rd, 2017 in Customs, Editorial and Suspension.Rear suspension. Some praise the lowered. Others need a rise. Those looking to give their bike the proper high rear aggressive attitude that a corner eating machine needs, will like these longer shocks to increase suspension travel. The high performance damper is wrapped in a spring combination designed specifically to deal with subtle road noise […]
Artist Mathew Hintz 1938 Indian Painting Auctioned At Mecum Las Vegas Auction
Published by January 3rd, 2017 in Editorial and Painters.An original painting by Milwaukee artist Mathew Hintz of a 1938 Indian Model 438 Four motorcycle will be featured in the auction catalog and on a daily show program for the 2017 Mecum Las Vegas Motorcycle Auction to be conducted on January 25-28. The painting captures the streamlined front fender and massive, longitudinal engine of the sporty, […]
The Road to Zero Initiative Advances In the U.S. Motorcyclists Play an Important Role.
Published by January 3rd, 2017 in Editorial and Legal.In October, the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) unveiled a new initiative dedicated to eliminating all traffic-related deaths in thirty years. “Road to Zero” is the concept that achieving zero traffic-related deaths is achievable through new policies and solutions. First initiated in Sweden in 1997 as “Vision Zero” the program has been adopted by many […]
DP One. Available In Limited Edition Series.
Published by January 2nd, 2017 in Builders, Customs and Editorial.Contrary to popular belief it’s very difficult, even for a talented custom builder, to make a good living only building one-off bikes, one at a time. Reason why many of them try to market the custom parts they conceived when building their unique creations. And if they want to expand their business even more, they […]
A carburetor is far from being sexy and its mechanism is very rarely customized. But you can improve its appearance with this single throttle cable kit. Machined from billet brass, it will give a very custom look to the S&S super E/G carburetor when you use a single cable throttle. The kit is sold with […]
F1 Covers For 5.5″ Round Air Cleaners
Published by December 31st, 2016 in Customs, Editorial and Engines.If you already own a round 5.5″ diameter center bolt mount air cleaner and would like to upgrade its look you can simply replace your existing cover with the F1. It’s one of the easiest custom design upgrade you can do to your bike. Machined from billet aluminum with a carbon fiber backer insert. Available […]
2016, A Record Year For Triumph Motorcycles
Published by December 31st, 2016 in Builders, Editorial and Events.The Hinckley, UK manufacturer announced bike sales increasing 4.5 percent, from 53,800 to 56,300 units. Profits doubled from $10.5 million to $20.5 million. A Triumph spokesperson stated :“Triumph has performed strongly against a backdrop of challenging currency, economic and motorcycle market conditions. Triumph has a long-term vision which requires ongoing investment in people, facilities, and […]
Peter Bieri from the young Swiss custom shop PB33 Designs, sent me only one picture of this very unique custom 1982 Honda. I was expecting more photography before publishing, but Peter seems to have rode away…It’s a 6-cylinder bike designed such a way that it looks like the cross of a Cafe Racer with a […]
Sir William Golding may have been an “oldie,” but he managed to condense a lifetime of experience with women into one brilliant summary statement. “I think women are foolish to pretend they are equal to men; they are far superior and always have been. Whatever you give a woman, she will make […]
Extra Air Power For Harley-Davidson Milwaukee-Eight Engine
Published by December 29th, 2016 in Customs, Editorial and Engines.Feed a Harley-Davidson Milwaukee-Eight engine more air for more power with this new Screamin’ Eagle High-Flow Air Cleaner (P/N 29400246, $184.95) from Harley-Davidson®. Designed to fit behind the original equipment air cleaner cover, this Screamin’ Eagle High-Flow kit features a back plate sized to provide an open-element function that permits airflow around the entire perimeter […]
We already knew that the Indian Scout handles very well dirt at high speed as demonstrated during the RSD Hooligan Races. It also can jump. A demonstration by Troy Hoff.
Italian MV Agusta Out Of Money. No New Models In 2017.
Published by December 29th, 2016 in Builders, Editorial and Events.MV Agusta has been struggling during these last few years and is now in survival mode. Although MV Agusta Holdings received some funding by selling a large part of its shares to an Anglo-Russian group called Black Ocean, the company officially announced that it has not enough available money to develop new motorcycles, and consequently […]
Serrated Mini Floorboards For Indian Scout And Victory Octane
Published by December 28th, 2016 in Controls, Customs and Editorial.Add some vintage DNA to your Indian Scout or Victory Octane with these serrated mini floorboards. They are a huge upgrade versus stock regarding foot grip. They offer a 360-degree adjustment and feature a pitch screw for a level riding position. They are a 2-piece construction, CNC machined from 6061 billet aluminum, both light and […]
Oil Level And Temperature Dipstick For Milwaukee-Eight
Published by December 28th, 2016 in Accessories, Customs, Editorial and Engines.Keep tabs on a Milwaukee-Eight engine with this Oil Level and Temperature Dipstick with Lighted LCD Readout (P/N 62700180, $149.95*). Designed for 2017 Harley-Davidson Touring and Trike models, this chrome-plated dipstick lets the rider check oil level and oil temperature with the push of a button. New capacitive level-sensing technology provides a high degree of […]
Screamin’ Eagle Street Cannon Performance Slip-on Mufflers For Harley Milwaukee Eight
Published by December 27th, 2016 in Customs, Editorial and Exhaust.These Screaming’ Eagle slip-on mufflers (P/N 64900552 Chrome, P/N 64900553 Satin Black; $499.95*) are designed specifically for the Milwaukee-Eight engine to enhance airflow and power by reducing exhaust gas back-pressure and enhancing the effects of wave and inertia scavenging. They are 4.5-inch-diameter mufflers having a unique baffle design to produce a richer, deeper tone at […]
Florida Motorcycle Expo & Bike Builders Invitational. Feb. 17-18 In Clearwater.
Published by December 27th, 2016 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.There is another reason to complete your new custom bike before Daytona Bike Week. The 2017 Florida Motorcycle Expo & Bike Builders Invitational organized by Florida Full Throttle Magazine is set for February 17-18 in Clearwater. The event eatures numerous activities, contests, exhibitor booths, live music and the Bike Builder Invitational that showcases top custom motorcycles. […]
New Indian Larry 39 mm Triple Tree.
Published by December 25th, 2016 in Customs, Editorial and Suspension.For a clean design, Indian Larry style, this new 39 mm triple tree offered in narrow and mid glide. CNC machined from 6061 T-6 billet aluminum with stainless steel stem and stainless steel top bolt. This triple tree is sold pre-drilled and tapped for internal fork stop. Set up for a solid mounted riser and […]
Shot on the Mulholland Highway in California, this guy shows incredible riding skills on a Harley Dyna, not on a sport bike. Lots of scrapping. See him lose the grip …. and recover.
Willie G. Skull Trim Accessories For Harley Milwaukee-Eight
Published by December 24th, 2016 in Accessories, Customs and Editorial.Add some authentic attitude to a Harley-Davidson® Milwaukee-Eight engine with Willie G. Skull Collection trim accessories. The Willie G. Skull Air Cleaner Trim (P/N 61300654, $54.95*) and the Willie G. Skull Timer Cover (P/N 25600066, $28.95*) feature a menacing raised skull with black-filled eyes that leaps from a field of chrome, surrounded by Harley-Davidson Motorcycles script. Each […]
Last year I introduced you to the scented Two Stroke Candle. Still for sale if interested. Now the same company offers a new high octane fragrance with the Moto Man Candle. This one is a mix or motor oil and raw leather scent. Supposedly, the flavor will help you to relax after a hard day […]
Lowest numbered Crocker Ever To Be Auctioned At January’s Las Vegas Motorcycle Auction
Published by December 23rd, 2016 in Builders, Editorial and Events.This 1937 Crocker Small Tank – serial number 36-61-8 – comes from the renowned collection of Dale Walksler’s Wheels Through Time Museum. Called as the “Duesenberg of motorcycles,” Crocker is the definitive American motorcycle – handmade, powerful and fast. What makes Crocker #8 even more special is the fact that this is one of the […]
New Bomber Series By Carl Brouhard Designs
Published by December 23rd, 2016 in Accessories, Customs and Editorial.Carl Brouhard Designs has developed another line of custom parts like no other. The Bombe series has a design all its own complete with brass rivets on each part giving them an industrial look. All parts are available in Chrome with brass rivets or Black with brass rivets. All are made of 6061 Billet Aluminum, […]
Oil filters have never been a sexy motorcycle part. If you are into the Ness style, you can complement your other custom parts with a matching design oil filter cover. CNC machined from forged billet aluminum. Re-usable, just remove and re-install on new oil filter every service or oil change. Fits over any filter for […]
New 2 Into 1 Upsweep Exhaust For Dyna And Sportster
Published by December 22nd, 2016 in Customs, Editorial and Exhaust.Described as capturing the essence of the urban scene, this new exhaust is a brawler focusing on street power with the benefit of improved cornering clearance. Featuring a sculpted collector heat shield, a CNC machined a billet end cap and sold with an optional quiet baffle. Available in chrome or black for Dyna & Sportster […]
