When Joe McGlynn from Crime Scene Choppers imagined these radical exhaust tips he didn’t even see the movie Lord Of The Rings. But when he showed his new creation to a couple of friends around him, they all said (add me) that they look like something evil built in Mordor. So, the name stuck. Since […]
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After thinking of many potential compositions to commemorate the 2008 Sturgis Bike Week, painter David Uhl decided to paint something rather current. As starting point, he used a picture he had taken in Sturgis at the Chip of Elizabeth perched on his own Springer. And yes, it’s David you can(not) see in the mirror. David, I am desperately seeking Elisabeth…
Optional ABS On 2008 Harley-Davidson Touring And V-Rod Models
Published by July 24th, 2007 in Brakes, Builders and Editorial.Most people know that ABS or anti-lock braking system is a system on motor vehicles which prevents the wheels from locking while braking. The purpose of this is to allow the driver to maintain steering control under heavy braking and, in some situations, to shorten braking distances by allowing the driver to hit the brake fully without […]
I am not making reference to the famous 1951 movie an “American In Paris”, but to Bill Dodge from Blings Cycles having a good time in the the French capital, my native city. Since it would have been difficult for Bill (because of legislation) to ride one of […]
Tool rolls, tank panels, pouches that you can snap in and off your bike, and whatever you want to dress your bike with in the leather of your choice, George does it since 1982. And he does it a little bit better than the others because the little extra details make the difference between good and awesome […]
There are quite a few brands of very good motorcycle brakes & discs. Brembo, Performance Machine, HHI, Jay Brake, RC Components, etc…Another good brand that I used one time and that I don’t see very much on bikes around me is Wilwood. This company has an extensive experience with cars, trucks and motorcycles. What’s different? I […]
Do you lose quite a bit of time when you are in Sturgis asking for directions? Want to know where the hots spots are? Do you want to know where are certain vendors, custom builders, music, roadhouses, eats, and etc.Do you want to get the biggest bang for your visit?To get the most of a motorcycles event, you need a map and a […]
Suited for bobbers, choppers and any customs with old school look, it’s no surprise that this Flathead offered in 80 or 84 displacement comes from Indian Kiwi Motorcycles. It will be hand crafted for you in Kiwi’s facility in Riverside California and of course tested and pre-run before delivery. It’s a 42-degree v-twin flathead design […]
Living The Legend. Buy A Rivet And Give It To Harley.
Published by July 19th, 2007 in Builders, Editorial and Events.The Harley-Davidson Museum is inviting motorcycle enthusiasts worldwide to give a unique holiday gift this year by participating in “Living the Legend”. Here how it works. You go to the Harley Museum Website. You buy for yourself (or a friend, or a family member, co-worker, etc) one or several stainless steel rivets (3 or 6-inch […]
Revenue for the quarter was $1.62 billion compared to $1.38 billion in the year ago quarter, a 17.7 percent increase. Net income for the quarter was $290.5 million compared to $243.4 million, an increase of 19.3 percent over the second quarter of 2006. “During the second quarter, 95,117 Harley-Davidson® motorcycles were shipped to dealers around […]
Sapka Muvek. Say it loud 3 times after me because you need to memorize their names and know who they are. They are the Hungarian duo who built the Time Machine (red one) winner of the AMD European Championship of Bike Building. This bike will be in Sturgis in 3 weeks for you to admire all […]
Soon An Annual Elvis Presley Rally?
Published by July 17th, 2007 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.Lisa Wade is the niece of Bruce Rossmeyer who owns the largest number of Harley Dealerships and also Daytona Destination Harley (total 12 locations). Since January 15, Lisa is in charge of the new Bruce Rossmeyer’s Elvis Presley Graceland Harley-Davidson boutique in Memphis, TN and intends to open in 2010 Destination Southern Thunder Harley-Davidson on […]
As you know, I don’t make personal comments on the case of fellow builder Billy Lane. But for those who are asking over and over, below is factual information. (By Keyonna Summers Florida Today). Lawyers for Billy Lane, the famed motorcycle builder charged with DUI manslaughter, will next appear in court Sept. 21, more than […]
New Rocker Softail Seat System
Published by July 15th, 2007 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Frames.I received a flow of direct emails (please, comment directly on the Blog for everybody to read) regarding the new 2008 Softail Rocker (FXCW) and Rocker C (FXCWC). Reactions not only about what Harley-Davidson calls the Rockertail Rear End mimicking the hardtail look, but also about the seat systems used on these bikes. Here are 2 […]
Harley-Davidson Prepares 105th Anniversary Celebration
Published by July 14th, 2007 in Builders and Editorial.In 2008 Harley-Davidson will celebrate its 105th Anniversary with thousands of loyal Harley enthusiasts riding home to Milwaukee via 105 different official starting points and along 25 major routes across the country. The celebration will take place August 28-31, 2008, with several exclusive ticketed events, as well as many activities that are free and open […]
Until last year, a law prevented two people from riding on one motorcycle on the Japanese highways. Since this rule was scrapped sales jumped 13% in one year. The number of new Harley-Davidson registered in Japan hit a record of 14,000 in 2006, 48 percent more than in 2000. Japanese have always been enthusiastic with […]
I don’t know what it is worth and if it is really practical when riding. but a company called Grip Ace offers grips inorporating microprocessor controlled switches. They even propose to install this system on your own grips. You can watch the video with more information by going to their website at Grip Ace. If you […]
I posted several times about the work of Fabricator Kevin. For the garage or shop builder looking to install a solo seat, Kevin proposes this 10 gauge steel laser cut pan. After being formed it is equipped with a built-in nose hinge assembly that utilizes a bearing pivot […]
Hardtail Look for the New Rocker Softail Harley-Davidson
Published by July 11th, 2007 in Builders, Customs and Editorial.Who doesn’t like the slammed look of a rigid frame with the rear fender tucked close to the rear tire? Who doesn’t prefer a comfortable ride? The Harley-Davidson Softail family grows in a new direction for 2008 with the introduction of the FXCW Rocker and FXCWC Rocker C 2 Softail models with the hard tail […]
Here is part of the new lineup. The 2 first pictures are the ones of the new Rocker and Rocker C Softails equipped with a 240 mm rear tire. Notice the seat off the rear fender and the rear fender placed at 1" of the tire to give the illusion of a hardtail bike. Also, there is an […]
S&S Cycle Revved Up About Next Year 50 th Anniversary
Published by July 10th, 2007 in Builders, Editorial, Engines and Events.S&S Cycle Inc. will celebrate its 50th anniversary with a motorcycle event that’s expected to draw thousands of people next June to the La Crosse, Wisconsin based headquarter. I have been contacted to be among the 50 custom builders who will build an S&S based custom to be exhibited during the June 27-29 celebrations. The […]
Is the new Buell 1125R sport bike the riding experience that young riders were looking for? For the 1st time at Buell, the 1125R is powered by a liquid-cooled engine (Twin side mounted radiators). It is a 72º V-Twin “Helicon” fuel-injected built in Austria by BRP-Rotax. Bore and stroke are 103 x 67.5 with a […]
This is the first carbon fiber velocity stack that I have seen. But the interesting part is that it includes a unique mounting ystem allowing adjustment to fit any HD or aftermarket V-Twin engine. It is available for all Evo and Twin Cam type engines with S&S E or G and Mikuni HSR 42/45 and stock Keihin […]
Auction Of Flames, Chrome, Beads and Silver
Published by July 7th, 2007 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.Last time I was in Las Vegas visiting Mondo Porras at Denver’s Choppers I saw this bike but didn’t know the story being it. Elizabeth Stiers was a busy career woman when she met Nick Schulz, a man with whom she shared common interests of riding motorcycles, collecting Indian art, visiting the southwest and more. […]
Ever Dream To Change Your Harley In A Racer?
Published by July 6th, 2007 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Frames.I know a few custom builders who are taking this direction. They take a big American V-Twin and stuff it into a sport bike chassis that they hand fabricate. But it’s always for a one-off project. As the opposite, the idea of Curt Winter, owner and designer of Big Twin Racer, is to offer a […]
How many times do you have to adjust your engine idle speed? Now you can do it in style with these custom idle screws made for Mikuni carburetors 42/45. It’s made by a company called Pistor and they offer 14 different models and shapes from skull to 8-ball to […]
