Lithium-ion batteries have a unique cold starting procedure. To show you how it’s done, a Twin Power lithium-ion battery is placed in the freezer overnight to simulate a cold weather situation. Then was installed in a 2015 HD Harley Street Glide…
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Winter Is Coming… How To Cold Start A Lithium-Ion Battery.
Published by September 6th, 2016 in Editorial, Electrical and Videos.True story from Australia… A woman was flying from Melbourne to Brisbane. Unexpectedly, the plane was diverted to Sydney. The flight attendant explained that there would be a delay, and if the passengers wanted to get off the aircraft, the plane would re-board in 50 minutes. Everybody got off the plane except one lady who […]
Evil Ethel. A High Octane Victory Customized By Who?
Published by September 5th, 2016 in Builders, Customs and Editorial.Launched in February as a Modern American Muscle model, the 2017 Victory Octane is not only a rush of adrenaline when you ride it, but also a great platform for customization. Quite a few pro-custom builders are currently working on it with the objective to reinforce its agressive stance, most of them logically choosing the […]
Premium Copper Braided Lines
Published by September 4th, 2016 in Accessories, Brakes, Customs and Editorial.In the next couple of years, a lot of custom bikes are going to feature copper throttle cables, brake and clutch lines. You can source them at Magnum Shielding, a company that has been a Tier-1 Harley-Davidson P&A supplier since 1992. These copper lines, cables and hoses are sold with polished chrome or black plated […]
In Sturgis The Flying Piston Custom Builders Breakfast Raised Tech Education Funds
Published by September 3rd, 2016 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.The Flying Piston produces charitable events to assist in raising awareness and funds for non-profits and individuals in the biker community. During the 76th Sturgis rally, the second annual Flying Piston was held at The Buffalo Chip CrossRoads and brought together custom builders, industry veterans and regular riders together to benefit the next generation. Invited […]
Hear The Awesome Sound Of The RCX Exhaust 2-Into-1 Header System By RC Components
Published by September 2nd, 2016 in Customs, Editorial and Exhaust.This 2-into1 header system performs at the top of its class by offering big power and awesome styling. The one-of-a-kind design of the RCX 2-into-1 exhaust features a multi-stepped header that flows into a chambered collector creating massive low and mid range torque. Tying this system all together is a large full-body 4.5” diameter muffler which […]
Kenny Roberts Jr. Named “AIMExpo Champion” For 2016 Event This October 13-16
Published by September 2nd, 2016 in Editorial and Events.The American International Motorcycle Expo (AIMExpo) announced that second generation road-racing legend Kenny Roberts Jr. has been selected with the coveted distinction of being “AIMExpo Champion” for the 2016 event, which will take place October 13-16 from the North Hall of Orlando, Florida’s Orange County Convention Center (OCCC). Roberts is the newest addition to AIMExpo’s […]
Twin Power Is Launching A New Tension Reliever Manual Primary Chain Adjuster
Published by September 1st, 2016 in Customs, Driveline and Editorial.Twin Power continues to add to their growing line of aftermarket parts and accessories for V-Twin motorcycles. The newest addition is the Tension Reliever Manual Primary Chain Adjuster, designed to eliminate previous issues with keeping the primary chain at the right tension. “An over-tightened primary chain is known to cause premature failure of the engine, […]
The Milwaukee Rally This Labor Day Weekend
Published by September 1st, 2016 in Builders, Editorial and Events.It begins today September 1st and is considered the largest free motorcycle rally in the Midwest with bikers riding back and forth between 5 participating dealerships, the Harley Museum and the Harley’s engine plant in Menomonee Falls where new 2017 models will be available for test rides. The 5 participating dealerships are Milwaukee Harley-Davidson, House of Harley-Davidson in […]
Harley-Davidson Re-Evaluates Its Market Needs. Eliminates About 200 Positions At US Plants.
Published by August 31st, 2016 in Builders, Editorial and Events.Harley is eliminating about 200 employees at its U.S. plants. “We continually evaluate industry and market changes to provide the best products and services to our customers. To that end, we are adjusting our production plan to align with our 2016 guidance and we are making the necessary changes to right-size the company” said Bernadette […]
Wether you are into Hooligan racing or just want more power for your Harley-Davidson Sportster, these new S&S Hooligan Kits will give you an edge on the competition or friends. It fits all Sportster models from 2000 to 216 and will take your Sporty 883 to 1200 cc or your Sporty 1200 the 1250 cc. These S&S […]
Quick N’ Easy Bolt-On 2017 Milwaukee-Eight Custom Street Glide
Published by August 31st, 2016 in Builders, Customs and Editorial.Last August 23rd, while you were commenting on Harley-Davidson all-new Milwaukee-Eight motor, only the eighth big V-twin design in firm’s 102-year history, the Ness Crew was getting their hands on the brand new 2017 Street Glide with the objective to show you what you could do in 24 hours. Ok, your name is not Ness […]
Doobie Brothers’ Patrick Simmons And Wife Cris to Ride Again Coast to Coast In 2016 Cannonball Endurance Run
Published by August 31st, 2016 in Editorial and Events.Patrick Simmons, founding member of The Doobie Brothers and longtime motorcycle enthusiast, will ride coast to coast with his wife Cris Sommer Simmons, in the Motorcycle Cannonball Endurance Run 2016 in September. The duo will journey more than 3,300 miles from Atlantic City, NJ to Carlsbad, CA on their 1914 and 1915 Harley-Davidsons with stops […]
Rear Axle Mounted License Plate Holder By Heartland USA
Published by August 30th, 2016 in Customs, Editorial and Electrical.This axle mounted license plate holder comes in 2 versions. The horizontal or vertical version with or without a red, cat-eye run/brake LED light. They fit all Harley-Davidson® Softail® models from 2008 to present, including the Breakout® and the Rocker®. They install by removing the wheel assembly. The axle plate holder installs as you reinstall […]
AMA Motorcycle Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony.
Published by August 30th, 2016 in Editorial and Events.Fans, friends and supporters of motorcycling’s best and brightest are invited to reserve their seats now for the Class of 2016 AMA Motorcycle Hall Of Fame Ceremony, October 13 at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando. For the third year, the induction ceremony will be held in conjunction with the American International Motorcycle Expo, […]
Loving to do some off-road riding, to do wheelies and burnouts, drifting on your widely modified Sportster? For your adrenaline filled performances, the new Saddlemen 1 WR Gripper Seat will deliver. It was co-developed with V-twin stunt rider Rob Carpenter to specifically meet the grueling demands of the professional stunt scene and is now available for […]
Clyde. An All Steel Custom Bagger With Athletic Aesthetics.
Published by August 29th, 2016 in Builders, Customs and Editorial.Fortunately, not all custom builders working on Baggers are obsessed with creating the one with the tallest front wheel, the loudest and most show off sound system and the craziest cartoonish paint job, sadly often screaming tacky 1 mile away. These customization rules don’t belong and will never belong to T.D. Ward’s code of design […]
A Nickname For The New Milwaukee-Eight Engine?
Published by August 28th, 2016 in Builders, Editorial and Engines.Flatty, Knucklehead, Panhead, Shovelhead, Evo. Most Harley motors have nicknames, most often because of their shapes. Are you able to find one for the new 107” & 114” Milwaukee-Eight? I have seen a few nicknames already mentioned in “comments” of my previous features on this new H-D engine. Find the one that will stick and […]
Sacred Steel Bikes. A New TV Motorcycle Series To Debut On Discovery On September 12.
Published by August 28th, 2016 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Engines.On Monday, September 12 at 10 p.m. ET/PT, Discovery will debut “Sacred Steel Bikes”, a series about an unusual bike club that produces one-of-a-kind pieces of art motorcycles. Rather than the stereotypical rough and tough biker crew one might expect, Sacred Steel Bikes follows a diverse group of elite individuals who come from a multitude […]
The 2016 Coast To Coast Race Of The Century Cannonball On 1916 Or Earlier Motorcycles
Published by August 27th, 2016 in Builders, Editorial and Events.3304 miles in 15 stages from Atlantic City to Carlsbad , California. This 2016 coast to coast Race Of The Century Cannonball run will probably be the most difficult ride since the inaugural event in 2010. Isam, Jr., owner of Jurassic Racing in Sturgis, South Dakota, and founder of the Motorcycle Cannonball Run announced today […]
Hunter Klee Joins S&S Cycle As Director Of Exhaust Development
Published by August 27th, 2016 in Editorial, Events and Exhaust.S&S Cycle of Viola, Wisconsin welcomes Hunter Klee to its Exhaust Design/ Manufacturing team in the role of Director of Exhaust Development. Hunter brings a decade of powersports exhaust design and manufacturing expertise and will help manage the recently created state of the art facility in the La Crosse, Wisconsin facility. Most recently Klee was […]
2016 Bike And Music Weekend In Germany
Published by August 26th, 2016 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.While many of you were enjoying the 2016 Sturgis Rally, many others on the other side of the Atlantic were participating to the Germany Bike And Music Weekend, a wild event combining crazy and insane vehicles on 2. 3 and 4 wheels, drag racing open to all, around the clock heavy metal music on 2 […]
The Rogue Rear Fender. A Bolt-On Replacement For Custom Harley Panhead And Shovelhead Motorcycles
Published by August 26th, 2016 in Chassis, Customs and Editorial.The Rogue rear fender is a heavy-gauge steel fender that is bolt-on fitment to 1958 – 1984 Harley-Davidson Big Twins using the included chrome plated fender struts and mounting hardware. Instead of the typical choice to run a stock rear fender or a repop, it is a great custom alternative. “Built right! The UPS man […]
Milwaukee-Eight™ 107” And 114” Engines. Images and Sound.
Published by August 25th, 2016 in Builders, Editorial, Engines and Videos.The MilwaukeeEight 10&” and 114” V-Twin Engines are equipping the 2017 Touring line. For sure, they are stronger, offer a crisper throttle response and truer, cleaner sound. Four valves per cylinder, single chain-driven cam, dual spark plugs, counterbalanced and rubber-mounted. Below, 2 videos introductions about the engine itself and its styling. • More Power – […]
Sons Of Speed” Vintage Motorcycle Racing To Debut At 2016 Daytona Biketoberfest
Published by August 25th, 2016 in Builders, Editorial and Events.Eight daring riders will put everything on the Line at Sons Of Speed inaugural race Saturday, October 15, 2016, during Biketoberfest at the New Smyrna Speedway half-mile, banked racetrack just south of Daytona Beach. Imagined by Custom Builder Billy Lane and Inspired by early 20th-century board-track racers, the Sons of Speed races hearkens back to a […]
Breaking News. Harley-Davidson Unveiled The All-New Harley-Davidson Milwaukee Eight Engine 107’ And 114”.
Published by August 23rd, 2016 in Builders, Editorial, Engines and Events.The all-new Harley-Davidson® Milwaukee-Eight™ engine, ninth in the lineage of the company’s iconic Big Twin engines, delivers more power and an improved motorcycling experience for riders and passengers while retaining the iconic look, sound and feel of its predecessors. An all-new design, the Milwaukee-Eight engine offers quicker throttle response, more passing power, purer sound, a […]
