They are not of professional quality, but these first pictures taken during the AMD European Championship in Germany give you an idea of what this bike is all about. Built by Thunderbike Germany. Almost everything is one-off. But I notice (my original pics are much bigger) 2 American parts: a "Rapid" Headlight and Taillight from Crime Scene […]
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On The Scene First Pictures Of “Open Mind”
Published by April 2nd, 2008 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.It has been done before, and I know of a few sites doing it correctly. I am talking about online stores (web stores) of custom motorcycle parts letting potential buyers not only see the parts installed on nice motorcycles, not only letting shoppers shop my models or custom applications, but even more important also giving […]
Klock Werks Bagger 180 MM Rear Tire Make Over
Published by April 2nd, 2008 in Builders, Chassis, Customs, Editorial and Wheels.One of the most frequent conversions made by bagger owners is to go for a wider rear tire, up to 300 mm (not my taste). But 180 mm is cool and there is a need for simple kits, easy to install, and not costing you an extra 25% above the price of your bike. Brian […]
“Rapid motion through space elates one” (James Joyce)
Bike Sketch Of 2008 AMD European Championship Winner
Published by April 1st, 2008 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.I promise. I will publish as soon as available the picture of “Open Mind”, the custom bike built by Thunderbike Germany (Andreas Bergerforth & crew). So, as a teaser, I show you the initial sketch, a fusion of old and new style, a style being very popular right now. And trust me, it looks very […]
Harley-Davidson Museum Will Open In July
Published by April 1st, 2008 in Builders, Editorial and Events.The Harley-Davidson Museum is set to open in July and announced a new membership program and ticket pricing for the museum. Harley-Davidson Inc. is offering museum membership starting as low as $40 a year and those who join by June 1 will be invited to a pre-grand opening preview of the museum, subject to capacity […]
Big Bear Choppers is recalling a potential of 351 units of MY 004-2005 "Venom" and "Devil’s Advocates" Choppers and MY 2005 "Sled" Choppers. Some motorcycles may have inadequate weld penetration between the neck, backbone and downtubes of the frame. High loads created when riding on rough road surfaces, structural modification made to the frame by […]
Laughlin River Run Set For April 23-27
Published by April 1st, 2008 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.The event brings about 60,000 people and nearly as many motorcycles to the Colorado River valley area to enjoy the concerts, events and attractions that have made the Laughlin event the largest ride-in motorcycle rally in the West. This year’s Laughlin River Run will include a custom bike show and competition, a poker run, the […]
TV Show Pinks. Lose The Race. Lose Your Bike.
Published by March 31st, 2008 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.You have watched the Pinks TV show on the Speed Channel and you know the gig. Usually 2 hot cars (but now 2 motorcycles), 2 proud owners competing against one another in high stakes drag races. The races are real. Emotions run high. And the loser walks home after giving his drive (ride) to the […]
A 250 MM Wide Tire Bagger Done Right
Published by March 31st, 2008 in Chassis, Customs, Driveline, Editorial and Frames.When 2 of the best of our industry work together, you get innovative solutions opening new avenues for the customization of our bikes. The objective that Rolling Thunder Frames and Baker Drivetrain wanted to reach was to offer an easy process to build a radical good looking, well balanced and comfortable 250 mm rear tire […]
New Forge-Tec Midnight Series Wheels.
Published by March 31st, 2008 in Customs, Editorial and Wheels.I wish these wheels existed when I built a custom bike called “Midnight Runner”. I find them extremely pretty with their jewels spokes dressed in black anodized contrast aluminum They are also available in full black powder coating, show polished and luxurious chrome with 13 different possible variations.. Good news for such fancy custom wheels, […]
Belly Up. American IronHorse Saga Continues.
Published by March 30th, 2008 in Builders, Customs and Editorial.You already know through this Blog that, pressured by its creditors, IronHorse Motorcycle filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection. It happened last Wednesday in the US Court of Texas. The company listed more than 10 million in debts. CEO Hendrickson stated that “the move helps prospective buyers because all the legacy costs are gone, but […]
New Wire Plus Round Digital Instrument Panels
Published by March 30th, 2008 in Customs, Editorial and Electrical.Wire Plus Powersports Electronics just introduced their new, state-of-the-art Round Digital Instrument Panels. These digital instruments provide speedometer, tachometer, trip, odometer and all indicator light functions and new flat panel construction that measures 2.5” round with all electronics onboard. (No external brain box) The unit features super bright display technology for true daylight readability with […]
Brittown Documentary Just Released
Published by March 29th, 2008 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Videos.I already introduced you to Scott Di Lalla and Zach Coffman, the directors of the award-winning custom motorcycle documentary Choppertown. And I hope you saw this movie featuring the Sinners Club members building and riding their bikes.. Their new movie called Brittown is an insider’s view of the SoCal Britt bikes culture. It includes rebuilding […]
Something New For The 3rd Sturgis Builders Breakfast.
Published by March 29th, 2008 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.The 3rd Annual Sturgis Builders Breakfast will take place 10AM Tuesday, August 5th 2008 at the Broken Spoke Saloon on Lazelle Street. The event will include a live auction and will benefit Make A Wish, South Dakota. Tickets are for sale online beginning April 1st at Baker Drivetrain. But […]
No Corona should be drunk without a lime. The Lime Bomber is your beer best friend. It’s a very simple accessory to shove a lime or lemon into your Corona without creating a mess. You just position the loader on top of your bottle, drop the citrus of your choice and in one swift motion […]
This very interesting post transmitted to me by Rogue (Motorcycle Hall Of Fame Member): A new study from The Media Audit reveals that Spokane , Washington is the top market in the U.S. for motorcycle ownership. Among adults who live in Spokane , 18.5 percent own a motorcycle, compared to 9 percent for all U.S. […]
Greg’s Custom Cycles Very Wicked Apes.
Published by March 28th, 2008 in Builders, Controls, Customs and Editorial.His line of accessories is named “Deep Sickness”. So, to complete it Custom Builder Greg Rice could not do less than manufacture very wicked handlebars. Aggressive styling? You bet. Personally I have a weakness for ape hangers that I find comfortable if not too high.These ones are shaped out of top quality 1½” DOM American […]
There are many kits available for Harleys, but very few for Victory motorcycles. Hardstreet just teleased a new Pro Builder Saddlebag Kit for them. It retails for $399.95 and includes everything for hard, locking saddlebags. ABS saddlebags are sold pre-drilled, steel brackets are powder coated, and all hardware and dot reflectors are provided. They are […]
Have you ever seen 500 women riding together? Only if you watched the March parade going from Atlanta to Daytona and led by Karen Davidson, great-granddaughter of one of the Harley-Davidson company’s founders. The event had for objective to raise money for MDA (muscular Dystrophy Association) and these women riders we able to get $67,000 […]
Traffic Rank. Or The True Popularity Of Online Motorcycle News Websites
Published by March 27th, 2008 in Editorial.I already wrote a Post denouncing a practice used by some website owners who try to impress advertisers and readers by publishing over inflated numbers regarding their online traffic (deceptive advertising is fraud, isn’t?). Or these numbers are completely made up out of nowhere! Or they are given without mentioning that the data comes from website […]
See-Through Oil Tank For Your Wild Custom Motorcycle
Published by March 27th, 2008 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Engines.Fellow builders Steve Broyles Sr. and Jr. don’t market many of their one-off parts, but when they do, it’s always good and unusual. Like the release of their new Porthole Glass Oil Tank letting you see your engine oil in full motion. Father and son had been thinking of making a Porthole Glass oil tank for […]
A Master Link To Sell US Parts Abroad
Published by March 27th, 2008 in Customs, Editorial and Events.This post directed to professionals, dealers, manufacturers, custom builders who wish to sell their unique custom motorcycle parts abroad. The idea comes from Colleen Swartz that a lot of us know from her career as a professional motorcycle photographer and writer. She created "MasterLink International", a business model to create an international market for custom […]
Still Looking For An Hotel Room For Harley-Davidson 105th Anniversary?
Published by March 26th, 2008 in Editorial.The official Harley-Davidson 105th Anniversary dates are August 28th-31th. And as you can imagine, not many hotel rooms are still available. A business relation at Biker City Guide had sold more than 450 rooms and still has 50 available within 10 miles from downtown. So, if you go there in August, I would recommend that […]
New Belt Drive For Harley-Davidson Touring Motorcycles
Published by March 26th, 2008 in Customs, Driveline and Editorial.Open belt drives look very cool on a bagger. But installation of some belt drive units will create a problem of interference with the floorboards. During the V-Twin Expo, Bandit Machine Works just released a new belt drive specifically conceived to fit HD touring models. The Bandit Bagger Drive bolts on to 1990 – 2006 […]
The First Custom Bike Of Love Hate Choppers
Published by March 26th, 2008 in Builders, Customs and Editorial.Just before Daytona Bike Week I introduced you to "Love Hate Choppers", the new South Beach Miami custom shop created by Marlowe Buelvas and Ami James, the renowned tattoo artist featured in the "Miami Ink" TV show. At the time, they told me that their new bike […]
