Thursday’s start found riders anxious to hit the road with high spirits. Milling about to greet one another is a favorite way to start the day, regardless of the overcast skies. There’s plenty of sunshine among our crowd. There are 9 riders who have come off the list and at least 3 of those have gone […]
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2016 Cannonball Race Of The Century. Stage 6 Results.
Published by September 16th, 2016 in Editorial and Events.Neo-Fusion 5-Spoke Powertrain Dress Up Series. Consistency Creates Style.
Published by September 16th, 2016 in Editorial.From Ken Nagai, the master in coordinated custom parts for your motorcycle, the Neo-Fusion 5-Spoke Powertrain Dress Up Series will please those obsessed with style consistency and beautiful details. Nagai, lead designer and owner of the Ken’s Factory, offers this set of 3 head-turning powertrain dress up products: A newly detailed 5-Spoke Derby Cover (5 […]
Discovery’s Miniseries “Harley And The Davidsons” Delivered 4.4 Million Viewers. It was the most watched single-network cable miniseries in 3.5 years (since “The Bible”) This was also Discovery’s highest-rated rookie series ever among 25-54. Airing 3 consecutive nights from September 5-7, HARLEY AND THE DAVIDSONS was the #1 cable program across P/M25-54 (excluding sports) and […]
Kuryakyn’s New Sprint Scout Collection Designed By John Shope
Published by September 16th, 2016 in Customs and Editorial.The very successful Indian Scout and Scout Sixty are powerful middleweight cruisers offering platforms begging to be customized for an even more aggressive stance. John Shope of Dirty Bird Concepts designed a “Sprint Scout” line of custom parts produced by Kuryakyn and featured on a custom Indian Scout introduced during the last Sturgis rally. Among […]
2016 Cannonball Race Of The Century. Stage 5 Results.
Published by September 15th, 2016 in Editorial and Events.Wednesday’s ride was incredible for those who were roadworthy. Morning’s sunlight filtered through a slight mist and smokey mountain glens that made for the kind of moments to dream of. Temps were cool, which also pleased the ancient engines. The highlight of the day was the trip across the Wabash bridge which caused a few […]
Custom Seat For Harley Slim Model. The Wall By Corbin.
Published by September 15th, 2016 in Customs, Editorial and Seats.A 7” high vertical back support explains the name of this new custom seat for the Harley Slim model. This raised tail section is what you need if you love to do some aggressive riding… The tail of the Wall saddle is padded and upholstered to provide for short trips. Although this is built with […]
Should I Run A 10 Micron Or A 30 Micron Oil Filter? By S&S Cycle.
Published by September 15th, 2016 in Editorial and Engines.“A micron rating is given to show the efficiency of the oil filter (one micron is a millionth of a meter). This leads consumers to believe that the 10 micron filter must be better for their bike. Here is where it can get confusing. Though the 10 micron filter may have a higher filtration rating […]
Ask The Road. A Short Film Created By Metzeler At To Motorcycle Film festival In New York
Published by September 15th, 2016 in Editorial and Videos.From Milan to the Big Apple Via “Wheels and Waves”. A tire brand, 3 photographers and a special motorcycle are among the protagonists. A trip that lasted a year, which had no fear of sudden climate changes: from its debut at Deus Ex Machina store in Milan, across the official launch at Breuberg, in Germany, until the […]
Baritone Slip-Ons. A New Tune For Your Exhaust.
Published by September 14th, 2016 in Customs, Editorial and Exhaust.Firebrand’s new Baritone Slip-Ons were inspired by the shape of a classic microphone. Available in show quality chrome or black ceramic mufflers and with your choice of chrome, black or contrast cut billet end caps. The Baritone 4” Slip-on’s fit all Harley Touring models including Tri-Glides and those with extended and skirted bags (Freewheeler specific […]
2016 Cannonball Race Of The Century. Stage 4 Results.
Published by September 14th, 2016 in Editorial and Events.(With the contribution of Felicia Morgan) Tuesday morning’s starting line in Chillicothe, Ohio saw 70 Motorcycle Cannonball riders anxious to hit the wind and change their ranks on the score sheet of daily miles across these great United States. Seeing the country one State Route at a time is exciting enough, but on the back of […]
2016 Cannonball Race Of The Century. Stage 3 Results.
Published by September 13th, 2016 in Editorial and Events.More disaster plagued the Motorcycle Cannonball riders as they covered another 218-miles of their 3,304 transcontinental ride across America. Even the sweep trucks are groaning under the pressure and one gave up entirely along the backroads of West Virginia. German rider #61 lost his engine when the cylinder top blew off. A whopping 25 riders […]
Racks For Harley Touring Models
Published by September 13th, 2016 in Accessories, Customs and Editorial.A rack for your tour pack and maybe a set for your saddlebags may be very very practical for your vacation long ride. Metalsport has you covered to hold your extra luggages and accessories. Both the tour pack and side bags racks are offered in chrome or black. Tour Rack rack is $285.35. Same price for […]
2016 Cannonball Race Of The Century. Stage 2 Results.
Published by September 12th, 2016 in Editorial and Events.Yesterday September 11, rider #93, Scott Jacobs crashed his 1915 H-D after hitting gravel on the pavement along the route. He will need surgery and his wife Sharon is at his side (photo of Sharon & Scott before start). Riders pull out of Morgantown WV on day 3. There are only 30 riders left in […]
Brough Superior Renaissance. Introducing The 2016 Brough SS100.
Published by September 12th, 2016 in Builders, Editorial and Events.They are born again brands. Triumph, Norton, Indian, MV Augusta among others. And now Brough Superior. The renaissance can be the effort of a few men or of a big corporation. It doesn’t matter. As motorcycle lovers we can only wish them success. After 3 years of designing, of prototyping, of road testing, of jumping […]
2016 Cannonball Race Of The Century. Grand Start In Atlantic City And Stage 1.
Published by September 11th, 2016 in Editorial and Events.(with the contribution of Felicia Morgan) The 2016 event marks the fourth Motorcycle Cannonball race since 2010. The first ride required pre-1915 cycles; in 2012 the cutoff was 1929, while the 2014 ride called for pre-1936 cycles. This year the transcontinental ride is reserved to pre-1917 machines and is named the coast to coast Race Of […]
On the road you can’t avoid mechanical issues, but you can prevent aggravation when you carry the most common tools. The Baguette Tool Bag is exactly what you need for those unpredictable and annoying situations. Looking good thanks to its unique shape, small enough to not alter the look of any bike, but big enough […]
Cast Aluminum Gas Caps For 1986-Up Harley-Davidson Models
Published by September 10th, 2016 in Accessories, Customs and Editorial.Casting is the original and most widely used method of forming aluminum into products. This process is back in force to produce motorcycle parts, especially when you want to give your bike a retro vibe. These 2 Lowbrow gas cap models, the Competition and the Tri-Bar Spinner replace the quite boring Harley factory gas cap […]
2016 AIMExpo Championship Of The Americas
Published by September 10th, 2016 in Editorial, Events and Videos.In 2015, the AIMExpo created The Championship of the Americas, a world class bike show focused on builders from all. This year again (October 13-16 at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando) the winner will get a coveted entry, plus expenses, to represent the Americas win the 2018 AMD World Championship of Custom Bike […]
Exile Cycles 20th Anniversary Party. Aiding the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society
Published by September 10th, 2016 in Editorial and Events.I can’t believe that it’s already 10 years ago that I joined Russell Mitchell and crew in Los Angeles to celebrate Exile Cycles 10th anniversary. The 20th anniversary bash will take place on Sunday October 9th 2016 from 11am to 5pm at the old Western Town inside Paramount Ranch in Agoura Hills, California. This is […]
Pre-Launch Of Baker Grudge Box Transmission Builder’s Kit. Tougher Than Tough.
Published by September 9th, 2016 in Customs, Driveline and Editorial.Baker Drivetrain is announcing the launch of the new Grudge Box Builder’s Kit described as “a more durable than Harley stock 6-speed transmission, tightly tuned and tough under late model power of 2007 and later Softail & Touring models and 2006 and later Dyna models (a Strip version is also available.) No case modifications are […]
First Customized Indian Scout With Kuryakyn By John Shope Sprint Line
Published by September 9th, 2016 in Builders, Customs and Editorial.Due to its popular success, lots of Indian Scouts are sitting in custom builders’ shops for radical makeovers. And a lot of owners with more limited customization budgets are craving for custom parts they can bolt-on themselves on their ride. Hence a plethora of new custom parts sought after as much abroad where the Scout […]
RCX Exhaust 4.5” Slip-on Mufflers For 2017 Harley Touring Models
Published by September 8th, 2016 in Customs, Editorial and Exhaust.RC Components has just released the new RCX Exhaust 4.5” Slip-on Mufflers for 2017 HD Touring models. These new mufflers are truly unique in design while offering an incredibly deep and smooth exhaust tone. Each muffler features a full length 4.5″ diameter muffler body with a precision tuned 3 inch stepped core baffle. This unique […]
New Fairing Mounted Mirrors From Bahn™
Published by September 8th, 2016 in Controls, Customs and Editorial.Conceived for use on Harley-Davidson® Rushmore batwing fairings, these new Bahn mirrors not only add style but also, and more importantly, maximize your field of visionth asks to their wider profile than stock. The contoured mirror heads are forged from premium 6061 aluminum and meet DOT-compliant size standards at 5’’ wide x 3-1/8’’ tall. A […]
Harley-Davidson Suing Online Clothing Retailer For Trademark And Copyright Violations
Published by September 7th, 2016 in Editorial.Harley-Davidson is suing California-based GearLaunch, Inc. and 6 associated businesse – Gear Harley, TeeKiwi, TeeFuny, TeeSeason, Biker’s Corner and TeeDig – for trademark counterfeiting, infringement and dilution, cybersquatting, copyright infringement and unfair competition. Harley alleges the companies have sold 15,627 pieces of clothing that infringe on Harley’s logos. In particular, Harley said the clothing utilized […]
15 Reasons To Attend Las Vegas BikeFest September 29 – October 2, 2016
Published by September 7th, 2016 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.1. Chance to win a brand new motorcycle! We are giving away four bikes in four days!** (MUST BE PRESENT TO WIN) 2. $1,000 Shopping Spree Giveaway on Thursday!** 3. FREE BEER on Thursday, Friday & Saturday night!** 4. Over $100,000 in cash and prizes will be given away during the rally!** 5. Free shuttle is back […]
The American Motorcyclist Association (AMA) informed its members that it appears that the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPS) is reviving the 4-gallon minimum fuel purchase at blender pumps that dispense both E10 and E15. Everybody thought that this issue was put to rest in 2012! As part of its E15 “Misfueling Mitigation Program”, the EPA […]
