Spike TV and custom motorcycles builder Jesse James signed a 2-year deal for multiple Specials & Pilots for the network. Over the two-year deal, Jesse James’ company “Payupsucker Productions” will produce two specials and two primetime pilots that will air per year. The deal also includes the pilot, "Metal Church," a do-it-yourself series showcasing James’ […]
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Spike TV Signs Custom Builder Jesse James For 2-Year Contract
Published by October 8th, 2007 in Builders, Customs and Editorial.Daytona Biketoberfest 15th Edition
Published by October 8th, 2007 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.Should I remind you that the 15th edition of Biketoberfest is October 18 to 21? Hey, I was there during the 1st edition and didn’t miss one of them. It was a time when you didn’t have to make an hotel reservation, room prices were low and cops were friendly with loud pipes. Maybe this 15th edition is […]
If you already got all what you need and do not know what to get (or ask) for Christmas, here is a limited edition (only 200) high polished stainless steel "Flying Eagle" to decorate your shop, office or home. The beast is 28" tall with a 12" black marble base. Since it’s a special order you need to order […]
I had the opportunity before to introduce you to the W8LESSROTORS these very light weight Metal Matrix Composite Brake Rotors. What’s new? The company went to DOT testing and it was discovered that they stop 55% quicker than DOT requirements. And for your pleasure, these rotors can be ordered with carriers and blades in many […]
Xtreme Charge is a Next Generation 12-volt battery charger, providing users with the industry’s most advanced charging and maintenance system to date. This new charger will charge any 12-volt lead acid battery, safely and simply, through the application of a patented PULSE Technology which will increase average battery life by 2-3 times“. You don’t even have to […]
Women Can Get Down to Daytona At The Expense Of Harley-Davidson
Published by October 5th, 2007 in Builders, Editorial and Events."Get Down to Daytona” is a contest for women organized by Harley- Davidson. Here how it works. Women submit a video about their greatest motorcycle mentor for a chance to win an expense paid road trip from Atlanta to Daytona Bike Week with Karen Davidson, great-granddaughter of William A. Davidson. The video must be an […]
Cyril Huze Is 1 Year Old And Number 1 Motorcycle Blog
Published by October 5th, 2007 in Builders, Customs and Editorial.It was one year ago that I uploaded my 1st post telling you about my desire to create a Blog where I could share with you news, tech-tips, thoughts and all other things related to my passion for custom motorcycles. A web place allowing publication on a whim, when the mood strikes, when the influential people talk, […]
The all-new S&S P-Series engine represents a trip back in time for styling with all of the modern reliability you have come to expect from an S&S Proven Performance engine. Available in 93ci high compression and 103ci high compression versions, the P-Series is not a reproduction engine, but rather a modern version of the classic […]
I love when my readers send me weird pictures related to the motorcycle industry. Some I cannot publish for reasons you can imagine. Some, like this one coming from Asia has to be seen by all my readers. I consider this "motorcycle" a very good example of creativity even if it ranks at the lowest level […]
Eisenmenger, attorney for custom builder Billy Lane has asked a judge to throw out blood alcohol results in his DUI manslaughter case. Lane is accused of driving drunk and killing Gerald Morelock when he hit the motorcyclist in September 2006. Lane’s attorney has filed motions asking that the blood samples not to be allowed as […]
Here is the new work of French Custom Builder Bertrand Dubet from Odyssey Motorcycles. Not much info yet on this new piece of rolling art. Here what I know. Stainless steel frame, 3D billet girder front end, fuel and oil tank were all hand fabricated by Bertrand. Engine is 147 cu from Ingenuity Motors. Automatic […]
Kustomwerks Wants To Dress Up Your Bike
Published by October 3rd, 2007 in Accessories, Chassis, Customs and Editorial.Kustomwerks is a national distributor of after-market motorcycle parts and among other goodies they carry a full line of “Wild Cards” fenders and gas tanks. Theirheavy-duty front fenders are made from 0.080" (14 gauge) steel and are formed in one piece for added strength. The company states that […]
Journalist Adrian Blake Launches A Virtual Motorcycle Talk Show
Published by October 2nd, 2007 in Builders, Customs and Editorial.Adrian Blake is a journalist who has interviewed many people in our industry, included your favorite motorcycles blog writer. And of course he knows that when we have to answer questions about our motorcycle obsession, we talk and talk and talk again… (Especially me). So, Adrian decided to create “Ride” a brand new live talk show […]
In the serie biker humor on tee-shirt, a new statement for which you take full responsibility. I am not sure that it is the right tee to wear when you will meet her for the 1st time at the next bike rally, but you can try. If she really gets excited when she reads this, it […]
The Glass Ride Exhibit Extended Through October 19th
Published by October 2nd, 2007 in Editorial and Events.“The Glass Ride” is full scale glass sculptor replica of a “chopper” motorcycle with kiln cast and blown glass components. It received popular support during and after the 67th Annual Sturgis Motorcycle Classic. The exhibit has been extended through October 19th to allow more visitors to view this one-of-a kind piece in its American debut. The […]
Roland Sands Exhibition At Big Twin West
Published by October 1st, 2007 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.Big Twin West and Cycle World International Motorcycle Show will exhibit “The Art of Function,” a collection of custom bikes from Roland Sands Designs. Since entering the custom-building scene in 1996, Sands has pushed the envelope with his custom projects and centered his bike builds around the concept that form follows function. By weaving together […]
His name is Fausto Simoes, works out of Quebec where he specializes in aluminum & steel parts, and is one of the best kept addresses in the industry. We collaborated before and his work is impeccable. So, you need to know about his new oil tank model. It’s for Twin Cams (2000 up), bolts on […]
Hoover Garage Utility Vacuum. It Really Sux.
Published by September 30th, 2007 in Accessories and Editorial.When building a bike or just tinkering with it, you are always making a mess of your garage. And it’s a pain to wheel the house upright vacuum out to the garage. You need a wall-mounted bagless vacuum made just for workshops. It packs a powerful 12-amp motor, 5-gallon tank and a 30-foot hose. The […]
Juicy Couture Skull Fingerless Gloves
Published by September 29th, 2007 in Accessories, Editorial and Merchandise.Juicy Couture is not a clothing brand adopted by many motorcycle ladies. But slap a skull with a crown and wings on lambswool fingerless gloves and, with winter coming, our companions will want them to ride with you (or alone). Hey, guys, don’t worry. They are only $65.00, less than the price of one of your mirrors. These […]
Steven Tyler Launches Red Wing Motorcycles
Published by September 28th, 2007 in Builders, Customs and Editorial.It had to happen. Steven Tyler, lead singer of Aerosmith, is around bikes since a long, long time. In collaboration with AC Custom Motorcycles, he launched Red Wing Motorcycle Company. Imbued with Tyler’s sense of style, each motorcycle is positioned as being as comfortable to ride as it is sexy. “You get on one of […]
You remember the days when you got your new bicycle and it had that cool sparkly banana seat? You want an old school toll roll? Here it is. George Griego brings back the feeling with this retro tool roll. It has the plastic pipe wrapped with leather and the cool wing design, but the lid and […]
New Exhaust System By PMC
Published by September 27th, 2007 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Exhaust.PMC (Precious Metal Customs) extends its line of exhausts with this model called Shank. Like all other exhausts of their line they are made of Stainless Steel and polished to a high shine. Stainless naturally goldens after being run but can always be returned to a high chrome-like finish with a little polishing. One great feature, […]
V-Twin Expo 8th Edition Is February 2/3/4, 2008
Published by September 26th, 2007 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.The Cincinnati V-Twin Expo was created with the intent to be the Dealers Only Trade Show focusing specifically on the V-Twin industry. During 7 years it has been the must place to visit to see the best products, to see and learn from the leaders who set the latest buying trends, to speak directly to the manufacturers, […]
Vee Ignition Switch Housing
Published by September 25th, 2007 in Accessories, Editorial, Electrical and Engines.This small very clean looking part is used to install an ignition switch between the cylinders. Can be bolted on our Dreamliner Motor Mount and most Evo after-market motor mounts. An adapter is available to bolt it on an original Harley equipment 2-piece Evo motor mount. Ignition key is 3 positions, or use our flush […]
If CNN devotes a full feature to this topic, it must be big. Multi treatment laser procedure that will gradually erase tattoo with little or no scarring is a booming business . The process is painful, expensive and time-consuming. The American Academy of Dermatology reports that tattoo regret is common and big in the USA. […]
It’s Sunday. Let’s take a break and relax. Watch this superb, cute video that I just discovered thanks to my son Damien. Ladies, you are going to love it, too. DSL connection required. It’s called "Fight For Kisses". (In English & French).
