Brenda has received some donations, but is not well enough yet to thank you herself. So, I would like to thank you on her behalf. Thanks to Fred Proctor at Viper Motorcycles for transmitting the name of some organizations helping cancer patients without medical coverage. I will not now publish right now the names of […]
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Howard Kelly Promoted S&S Cycle Communications Manager
Published by May 1st, 2008 in Editorial, Engines and Events.“Howard Kelly has been instrumental in nearly all of our marketing endeavors the past several years,” said S&S president Brett Smith. “His role in overseeing the logistics for our upcoming 50th Anniversary Celebration and his coordination of the recent S&S Emissions Summit, hosted here in La Crosse are prime examples of the value he offers […]
Rev Up For Cafe Racers
Published by May 1st, 2008 in Books, Builders, Customs, Editorial and Videos.Well known motorcycle journalist Mike Seate is about to release in September a new book called “Cafe Racer: The Motorcycle”. The book is about making you live again the days of black leather, Brylcreem and fast British bikes. It chronicles the spirited ton-up era when low handlebars, Nortons and rock and roll ruled the roads. […]
Eville Canada Exclusive Distributor Of Hacker Pipes
Published by May 1st, 2008 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Exhaust.I remember that when I created this Blog 18 months ago, the first builder I featured was Eville Twin out of Alberta, Canada, a good custom shop specializing in choppers and bobbers. And now its owner Miles Brown would like all his fellow Canadians to know that his company is the new exclusive distributor for […]
A public company raises a dividend when things look good, or to support a declining share price. And only if it has enough money to do so …Harley Davidson (HOG) announced a 10% increase in its quarterly cash dividend to 33 cents per share versus 30 cents in the same quarter last year. In spite […]
Rolling Thunder Sweet Amber Softail Chassis Kit.
Published by April 30th, 2008 in Builders, Chassis, Customs, Editorial and Frames.Many of you don’t wish or are not expert at welding and prefer an all-in-one sheet metal chassis where everything is setup correctly in advance by the manufacturer. No more head ache with steel twisting after each round of weld (frame/fender/gas tank). No more nervous breakdown trying to align and or/offset your drive line. But […]
This my shortest post ever. This picture was apparently taken in Daytona during Bike week. Anyone having info on this trike and who built it? Email me at editor@cyrilhuzeblog.com.
Crime Scene Choppers New Rapide Headlight.
Published by April 29th, 2008 in Accessories, Customs, Editorial and Electrical.A good design can be declined on many parts. I already introduced you to the “Rapide” line of Crime Scene Choppers including an air cleaner and taillight. A little brother is born with the Rapide Headlight. So now you have a complete and coherent theme from front to rear of your bike. Design is reminiscent […]
International Female Ride Day On May 2, 2008.
Published by April 29th, 2008 in Editorial and Events.Destination Harley, the World’s largest Harley Davidson Dealership and the World Famous Daytona Beach Main Street will host the 1st International Female Ride Day Event for female motorcycle enthusiasts. The International Female Ride Day, founded in 2007 by Vicki Gray of Motoress will begin its first annual celebration in the Volusia County area on May […]
Spring mounted Bobber solo seats are not necessary very comfortable, but at least you can make them look beautiful. I like this Gator style seat (as matter of fact, it’s embossed leather) sold complete with it’s steel pan to which are welded 4 mounting bolts (2 in front for hinge mount, 2 in rear for […]
She is a Spokesperson for Women in Motorcycling, a professional motorcycle test rider, a journalist that you have read, a stunt actor that you may have watched, on TV and a high-profile motorcycle enthusiast. But above all she is a very pretty woman inside and outside. I just learned that she is dealing with breast […]
Choppers Inc. Red Wings
Published by April 28th, 2008 in Accessories, Builders, Customs and Editorial.In typical Billy Lane style, these new “Red Wings” are very retro-art-deco and made to be installed on your frame gusset. They are hand bent and very easy to install. Only $149.00 (hardware not included). Make your bike fly. Choppers Inc.
Indiana Jones Comes Back On A Harley Springer.
Published by April 27th, 2008 in Builders, Editorial, Events and Videos.Always nice to see a motorcycle starring in a movie. Lucas Film and Paramount are about to release May 22nd the 4th Indiana Jones movie in the unforgettable series, “Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of Crystal Skull.” The movie stars are Harrison Ford, the young rising star Shia La Beouf and a heavily modified new […]
Orange County Choppers World Headquarters Grand Opening
Published by April 26th, 2008 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.It’s a big weekend for Orange County Choppers and for you, if you love the family trio. You are invited to join all the crew for the grand opening of their brand new World Headquarters in Newburgh, NY. Nothing personal against Paul Sr. and Paul Jr. but I thought that to have World Headquarters you […]
Skate And Chop ‘N Roll At Sturgis Broken Spoke Campground
Published by April 25th, 2008 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.The Broken Spoke Saloon has partnered with Nash Motorcycle Company to welcome builders and motorcycle enthusiasts at the Broken Spoke Campground “Limpnickie Lot”. What’s that? The “Limpnickie Lot”. It’s a gathering of new and upcoming builders building old school bikes, riding dirt bikes, skate boarding, listening to high energy music featuring alternative rock ‘n roll, […]
I know a lot of you love Hayabusa and me too. You can give your Hayabusa a more aggressive custom stance with these hot new Busa grab rails. These rails are a direct replacement for the stock rails. Available in a mirror like chrome finish, these rails are easy to install and will make an […]
Michael Lichter’s Sturgis Art Exhibition Honors Late Johnny Chop
Published by April 25th, 2008 in Builders, Customs and Editorial.Thunder Road will once again be home to the annual Custom Motorcycle Art Exhibition during Sturgis Bike Week 2008. Under the direction of Michael Lichter, and with the blessing of the late Johnny Chop’s family, this year’s exhibition, titled “Stay Gold,” is being held to honor Johnny Chop and will feature builders who approach their […]
Men are not welcome as participants. Even men who act as divas because they have a cool bike will be turned down at registration. This bike show is only for ladies, only girls against girls and all men are accepted as spectators. It’s the “Diva’s Only” 3rd edition bike show and it will happen May […]
Indian Motorcycle Answers Your Questions
Published by April 24th, 2008 in Builders, Editorial and Events.Chris Bernauer, General Manager of Indian Motorcycle wrote to me to answer your questions. Below I publish his email. “Please understand that Indian Motorcycle Company is extremely busy addressing all of the concerns that the folks on your Blog frequently talk about. You have had the opportunity to see firsthand the attention to detail we […]
Another High School Club Of Bike Builders
Published by April 24th, 2008 in Builders, Customs and Editorial.Under the direction of Marc Mazerolle, another school is preparing teen-agers to become the next generation of custom motorcycle builders. The BMHS Bike Klub (Bernice Mac Naughton High School) is an after school program for “at risk” and “introvert” kids teaching them how to design, fabricate and assemble motorcycles. And parts being very expensive they […]
Xtreme Charge™ is not the usual battery charger. It’s the industry’s first true Next Generation 12-volt battery charger, capable of evaluation, testing, charging and performing on-going maintenance, extending the life cycle of batteries by up to five times. It is safe and easy to use. It works with all types and sizes of 12-volt lead-acid […]
Will Animosity Between Car Drivers And Bikers Ever Stop?
Published by April 23rd, 2008 in Editorial.On behalf of Allstate Motorcycle Insurance. Directive Analytics has conducted an online survey of Connecticut Car Drivers. The results are quite depressing and I am afraid they would be about the same in each US State. Connecticut Drivers consider motorcycles very unsafe. 80% of respondents think that motorcycles are more dangerous or much more dangerous […]
Z bars are cool and give a lot of chopper attitude to your bike. Because each biker has a favorite riding position (hum…) and choppers come in all possible flavors, you need a wide range of options to choose from regarding diameter, height, width, pull back and rise. Also you must be able to choose […]
Cover Story Of AMD European Championship Of Bike Building
Published by April 23rd, 2008 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.You told me that you were a little bit frustrated by the size of my pictures when I published the first shots of “Open Mind”, the custom bike built by Thunderbike in Germany, winner of the AMD European Championship Of Bike Building. “Motographer” and good friend Horst Rosler just emailed to me the cover he […]
Harley-Davidson Planned Staff Cuts Will Cost $20 To $25 Million.
Published by April 22nd, 2008 in Builders, Editorial and Events.According to a Securities and Exchange Commission filing on Tuesday. Harley-Davidson Inc. is expecting to book between $20 million and $25 million in severance costs related to its planned staff cuts. Last Thursday, Harley reported a 13 percent drop in domestic sales and slashed its full-year guidance, blaming the lagging economy for slowing sales of […]
Glass Design Parts For Your Custom Bike.
Published by April 22nd, 2008 in Accessories, Customs and Editorial.You have seen some one-off glass parts used by some builders on top custom bikes, mainly oil tanks, velocity stacks, covers. I just discovered this company called Iron Glass Design, a studio dedicated to bolt-on custom glass inserts and covers. Why glass? Owner Ted will tell you that nothing compares to the beauty and depth […]
