A windshield has never been the sexiest part of a touring motorcycle. But a lot can be done to improve its cosmetics and its efficiency. Here an example called the Flare Windshield. This one was developed in a wind tunnel and proven on the Salt Flats of Bonneville during a bagger speed world record attempt and […]
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Klock Werks New Flare Windshield
Published by December 7th, 2007 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Frames.Barnett Magazine Announces World Championship Of Bike Building Special Edition
Published by December 6th, 2007 in Books, Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.Barnett Magazine positions itself as the best looking magazine on the newsstand. And I agree that the layout and the pictures are very nice. A new special issue on the shelves in February may become the prettiest one ever for the magazine. Reason why? It will showcase all the bikes of the 2007 AMD World Championship of […]
Viper Motorcycle Ready To Launch 4 New Models
Published by December 6th, 2007 in Builders, Customs and Editorial.From his headquarter in Minnesota, Fred Proctor, General Manager of Viper Motorcycle Company sent me the following update on their next production. In the business environment that we know, it is exciting to see a company ready to bring new American made models to the market. I want to add […]
Licensed Harley-Davidson Bean Bags for the Holidays
Published by December 5th, 2007 in Accessories and Editorial.Sometimes, I wonder. Does Harley-Davidson really need to license an iconic motorcycle name to a company selling a line of bean bags and bean bag chairs? I guess it’s like the Elvis Presley name. Some obsessed fans would mortgage the house to buy any junk memorabilia. You already understood that I am not a potential […]
S&S Cycle New Bonneville Speed Record By Jeff Bailey
Published by December 5th, 2007 in Editorial and Engines.S&S Cycle® announces a new Bonneville speed record set by S&S Engineering Manager Jeff Bailey during the week of September 11-15, 2007. Using an S&S SB100 in a 1999 Buell® X1 chassis, Bailey made runs that averaged 172.591mph establishing a new record in the APS/PG-1650 class. The engine in Bailey’s bike is essentially all stock, […]
Forge-Tec Wheels In Stock
Published by December 5th, 2007 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Wheels.13 new models of custom wheels in stock for Harley-Davidson 84 to 08 and all Victory models. The same models available for the very sought after by custom builders 23” front wheel, and up to the size you need when wrapping a rear wheel with a 360 mm […]
Jesse James And His Beautiful Machines
Published by December 4th, 2007 in Books, Builders, Customs and Editorial.A few years ago during a trip together to a bike show in Italy, Jesse James told me that he wanted to be the "new bad boy". It was before his first Motorcycle Mania and Monster Garage TV series. Quite a TV appearances and hard cover books later, Jesse acquired the image he wanted. He builds beautiful […]
Rare And Historic Motorcycles Auction At Legend Of The Motorcycle
Published by December 3rd, 2007 in Editorial and Events.Renowned auction house Bonhams & Butterfields will again host an auction of rare and historic motorcycles at Legend of the Motorcycle Concours d’Elegance next spring, and consignments are now being accepted. The announcement comes after Bonhams’ successful auction at the Concours last May when their inaugural “Legends Auction” garnered nearly $1-million in sales, which is […]
I had the pleasure to meet several times with Jay Leno, but since it was not in California, I never had the opportunity to have him show me his collection of hundreds of cars and motorcycles kept and maintained in his Burbank warehouse. Jay just bought an Elvis Presley package (30th anniversary […]
A Message From Street Chopper Magazine
Published by December 1st, 2007 in Builders, Customs and Editorial.The following is a letter I received from Jeff Tinnion, publisher of the magazine Street Chopper. By your comments, let him know what you think.. “Dear Industry Partners, Street Chopper magazine has enjoyed a rich history since its inception in 1969. Feedback from our readers and marketing partners over the past year has taken Street Chopper in a […]
The "King of the Daredevils".is dead at the age of 69. In the 70’s, Evel Craig Knievel brought the spirit of P.T. Barnum to daredevil motorcycle jumps. Dressed in his signature red, white and blue jumpsuit, Knievel would race his motorcycle up steep ramps and over obstacles like in 1968 the fountains in front of […]
Limited Edition 50th Anniversary S&S Catalog. $19.95
Published by November 30th, 2007 in Customs, Driveline, Editorial and Engines.In honor of the company’s 50th anniversary, the catalog has been named Catalog 50. The catalog was designed with a retro theme and contains a lot of historical photographs and tidbits of S&S heritage (Many of the historical images in the new catalog are actual family photos). At just under 700 pages, this is the largest S&S catalog […]
For those who don’t know but heard/read this word, Venturi” means air flow acceleration. And better air flow means better accelerations. It’s the objective of these new Roland Sands Design air cleaners with a design which will remind you some wheels of…. Performance Machine. Available in Contrast Cut™ and brilliant chrome finish, the bolt on […]
Legendary Motorcycles. The Stories Of The Bikes Made Famous By…
Published by November 29th, 2007 in Books and Editorial.Some custom motorcycles get the legendary status by their designs and their builders, but legendary motorcycles are not necessarily custom motorcycles. They are made famous because of their owners or and/or stories associated with them. Author Basem Wasef got the excellent idea to profile the bikes that have achieved their mythic status in the last century. […]
New Classic Headlight.
Published by November 29th, 2007 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Electrical.Well before the retro trend, I always loved the mix or aluminum with copper or brass, not only on bikes but also for my home decoration (will not show you today). But in my own humble opinion, too much copper or brass can be very tacky. And I see this excess on many new vintage […]
Canadia Biker Buiild Off On TV December 8.
Published by November 29th, 2007 in Editorial and Events.To all Canadian bikers. Biker TV will present a half hour special on the recent 3rd edition of the Canadian Biker Build Off held in Toronto. It will air Saturday, December 8 at 9:30AM on Canada’s E! Channel. Sunday, December 9, at12:30PM for friends in the Maritimes and repeating on Men TV Thursday 1at 10.30PM. […]
All motorcycle builders love cars, and car customizers love bikes. And we all work on our own rides. Some even work professionally on both at the same time. But what are the personal 4-wheel rides of the custom builders you know? I know quite a few of them and today I give you the answer for Arlen Ness. […]
Clymer Introduces Its New Harley-Davidson V-Rod 2002-2007 Manual
Published by November 28th, 2007 in Builders, Editorial and Merchandise.Clymer(R), publisher of the leading family of do-it-yourself repair manuals, announced the addition of its all-new Harley-Davidson VRSC Series 2002-2007 Manual to its extensive line of motorcycle repair manuals. Clymer motorcycle repair manuals provide step-by-step procedures based upon complete disassembly of the motorcycle. This hands-on experience, combined with extensive research, results in a manual that is […]
Bandit New Modular Belt Drive System
Published by November 28th, 2007 in Driveline, Editorial and Engines.Even if you are not racing, the unsung hero of the driveline is the often forgotten clutch. For over a decade, Bandit Machine Works has been recognized in our industry as one of the best clutch and complete driveline specialists. Their new Modular Belt Drive Systems offer racing quality and performance applied to your custom […]
5,400 Harley-Davidson Workers At Idle Speed
Published by November 27th, 2007 in Builders, Editorial and Events.They will have more time to devote to their families and …to read my Blog. 5,400 Harley-Davidson workers are out of work this week as the company cuts production because of poor sales. The production is halted at plants in Wisconsin, Kansas City, Mo., and York, Pa. This measure was announced in September and workers […]
The Knuckle Baby By Suicidal Cycles
Published by November 27th, 2007 in Builders, Customs, Driveline and Editorial.Out of Vancouver, Jason Glatt of Suicidal Cycles built this bike for his friend Dave who let him do pretty much what he wanted. Result is this long sled with build in-house frame & sheet metal, a part HD/part S&S Flathead Power engine, a Pro-Fab transmission brake […]
John Parham. A Rag To Riches Story.
Published by November 26th, 2007 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Painters.“It takes 20 years to be an overnight success”. It’s what John Parham, owner of J&P Cycles, could tell you if you meet him today. And it’s what he told me 10 years ago (just change the number). J&P Cycles is, since quite a few years, the undisputed largest aftermarket motorcycle parts retailer in the […]
Crime Scene Choppers is introducing a new line of products called “Rapide” (a French word meaning “fast”). The Rapide line features a distinctive scallop design and a matching grill. The Rapide taillight featured in this post uses a super-bright 48 LED lamp (included) for unsurpassed visibility. The LED unit is wired for both “stop” and “run” functions. […]
You bought it (or stole it) pretending it was to read the articles. But, of course, it was for all the beauties inside. Hugh M. Hefner, editor in chief of Playboy Magazine, got the very good idea to gather 600” Playmates Of The Month” in a collector’s edition book sold with an impressive velvet-lined and […]
Viper positions itself as a designer and manufacturer of motorcycles for affluent enthusiasts seeking uncompromising performance and cutting edge technology, with over 80% of a Viper created with parts manufactured by Viper for Viper, right down to the wiring harness. Ok, Viper. I heard you. But when you state that “Viper motorcycles are real customs” […]
The next charity event at the Playboy Mansion called “Leather And Lace” will be held October 4, 2008. But if you want to get extra privileges, meaning the VIP treatment with extra parties, discounts on hotels/motorcycle rentals and CD’s of the party,, you will have to belong to the “Motorcycle Charity Club”. Different types […]
