The Swiss endurance rider has achieved a new world record by riding across five continents in less than 120 days aboard his Victory Cross Country Tour. Urs “Grizzly” Pedraita covered roughly 47,390 miles in 72 riding days and 13 hours by the time he reached a celebration in his honor at Volusia Motorsports in New […]
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Urs “Grizzly” Pedraita Sets New World Record On Victory Cross Country Tour
Published by July 12th, 2016 in Builders, Editorial and Events.This Sportster is unequivocally a sweet ride. The 2 other reason why I publish it are that it was built by a very young woman for herself and that it is a very good example – the paint job aside – of what many could accomplish for a reasonable budget. Of course not a high […]
From faithful reader and cartoonist Paul Jamiol for all of you…
RSD Radial Master Cylinder Hand Controls
Published by July 9th, 2016 in Controls, Customs and Editorial.A brake and clutch master cylinder controls whose reservoirs are stylish and perform well with a nice hand feel. On both controls levers are fully adjustable to fine tune fingers reach and pressure. They are designed to clear the thick stock switch housings Brake is offered in 9/16 or 11/16 HGM for 1996-up Harleys. Clutch […]
Many of you have been into dirt bikes and still some are. Customized by the Japan Deus Team, this Honda XL 500 it is modified to race from the get go (in vintage races…) and rip around the streets (if no cops around…) Don’t laugh at the 23” front wheel, it’s the way the bike […]
Artist Scott Jacobs Opened Permanent Gallery In Deadwood, South Dakota
Published by July 8th, 2016 in Editorial, Events and Painters.Last weekend, artist Scott Jacobs gave a preview of his new permanent gallery in Deadwood, South Dakota. Open all year long, the gallery features all his photorealistic artwork, from Harley-Davidson lifestyle to motorcycle racing to cars and wine & spirits. And if you make a pit stop during the Sturgis rally, there is a bar… […]
Why Italians can’t be Paramedics … Angelo and Faustino are out in the woods hunting when suddenly Angelo grabs his chest and falls to the ground. He doesn’t seem to be breathing; his eyes are rolled back in his head. Faustino whips out his cell phone and calls 911. He tells the operator, “I think Angelo is dead! […]
Ken’s Factory Neo-Fusion marker lights shine with details not found on those of most competitors. “Details create style” are the words Ken Nagai lives by. With this philosophy, he created three-wire marker lights – you can also use as taillights – with nice housing and bezel details – Featuring an amber lens, they are available […]
Hooligans Flat Track Racing In Sturgis. Team RSD And Indian Scout Sixty’s Hit The New Buffalo Chip Racetrack.
Published by July 7th, 2016 in Builders, Editorial and Events.Indian Motorcycle®,invites racers and fans of motorcycle racing to participate and attend the Inaugural RSD Super Hooligan Flat Track Race at the Sturgis Buffalo Chip Main Amphitheater during the 76th Sturgis Motorcycle Rally. The RSD Super Hooligan Indian Scout race bikes have been touring the nation and seen in action at races held in conjunction with […]
Most of you never read the owners manual… On your Harley touring bike, do you know the number of recommended psi’s for your suspension? It depends of your weight, if you ride with a passenger or a heavy load. Don’t guess, recommendations are in your manual. To do the job right, without taking the risk […]
The Biker Bar. To Secure Your Bike And Never Use Straps In A Trailer.
Published by July 6th, 2016 in Accessories, Editorial and Videos.A new concept to load and secure your bike in your trailer without using straps may be something you are interested in. Among the advantages, the suspension of your motorcycle will not be stressed and the clamping bar because lined with neoprene, will not create scratches ,on the frame paint. Works with all Harley Davidson […]
Airhawk vs Wild Ass Lawsuit – Wild Ass Files Motion To Dismiss In US Federal Court
Published by July 6th, 2016 in Customs, Editorial and Seats.PR From Wild Ass. “In April 2016 Wild Ass, a manufacturer of high quality motorcycle air seat cushions, was sued in US Federal Court in California by the new owner of Airhawk, Don Mahoney, for alleged design patent infringements and other false accusations. Further to this lawsuit in May 2016, Airhawk promoted the lawsuit with […]
Jerry Covington builds many custom and one-off baggers and knows a few things about what make them comfortable for the long haul. And grips play a bigger role than what most riders think. Conceived to feel and look good, these grips are CNC machined billet aluminum with dimpled caps and wrapped in thick rubber offering […]
New Scorpion Complete Clutch Assemblies for 2007 & later Harley Davidson Big Twins
Published by July 5th, 2016 in Customs, Driveline and Editorial.The complete Barnett Kit includes your choice of a Scorpion low-profile lock-up clutch or non lock-up clutch and the new ‘bolt-on’ billet clutch basket. Superior in quality and durability compared to the stock basket, this basket simply bolts on to your existing ring/primary gear. These kits come assembled with the bearing included and already installed. With […]
New Indian Motorcycle Mesh Jackets For Spring/Summer Riding
Published by July 5th, 2016 in Builders, Editorial and Merchandise.Riding season is underway. Indian Motorcycle released 2 new jackets for hot summer rides. The lightweight mesh fabric used in the following jackets allows cooling airflow to pass through to the rider. In colder weather the rider can attach the removable windproof liner that provides a barrier to the elements. Both jackets sold at your Indian dealer or online […]
The days of the moonshine runners are long gone. And if you are not from the South you may not know that they are partly at the origin of the custom cars and hot rods that we all love, and of course the inspiration of the very special sidecar featured here. During Colonial times Moonshiners […]
Vintage Style Front Brake Calipers For Harley Models 1984-Up
Published by July 3rd, 2016 in Brakes, Customs and Editorial.Being faithful to the 70’s style, but featuring modern braking technology, these new Vintage calipers get their braking power from PM’s proven 4-piston internals. Designed taking styling cues from PM original Dual Action Cast caliper with CNC-machined fins to give the the caliper its vintage style while keeping the caliper cool and providing optimal braking […]
Baker Drivetrain Launching New Website. Goodies For You Until Sturgis Bike Week.
Published by July 3rd, 2016 in Driveline, Editorial and Events.BAKER Drivetrain just launched a fresh new website providing customers with fast loading, E-commerce, live chat and mobile-friendly features. The sales team is waiting on the site during business hours, ready to chat with visitors that may need some advice on anything that happens to the power between the motor and the rear wheel on […]
Harley-Davidson Shares Skyrocket Up To 20% Friday July 1st Amid Takeover Speculation.
Published by July 1st, 2016 in Builders, Editorial and Events.Is a Massive Buyout Coming? Shares of Harley-Davidson (HOG) were up 19.76% this Friday amid speculation of a potential takeover interest by private equity company KKR & Co. (Kohlberg Kravis Roberts & Co) Last time there was such speculation was in December 2015. From January 1st until yesterday June 30, Harley stock (HOG) was down 30% due to […]
Tour-Pak Luggage Rack Bag. One Night Stand Or Weekend Get-Away?
Published by July 1st, 2016 in Accessories and Editorial.This new Premium Tour-Pak® Luggage Rack Bag (P/N 93300006, $199.95) is sized to perfectly fit a Harley-Davidson Tour-Pak® luggage rack and issecured with quick-release straps. A built-in plastic reinforced tub maintains the bag’s shape and protects belongings. The Luggage Rack Bag has three large exterior pockets with glove-friendly, ergonomically contoured zipper pulls and an oversize custom […]
Customize the bottom of Victory forks with these stylish forged aluminum Lower Fork Accents, black anodized and machined for a bold “tuxedo” finish. Install in a few minutes with VHB adhesive on ’10-’15 Victory Cross Country, Cross Country Tour & Magnum models, ’10-’14 Cross Road Models, & ’12-’13 Hard-Ball. $79.99 pair. At BAHN Products.
2016 Born Free Show. Invited Builder Matt Walksler With His Period Modified 1928 Harley-Davidson JDH-XR
Published by June 30th, 2016 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.It was one of the most admired bikes exhibited among thousands at last weekend’s 2016 Born Free Show, a 2-day event in the small town of Silverado, CA with an attendance of 10,000 coming to admire the work of some of the country’s best custom builders, fabricators and artists of the motorcycle industry. Built by Matt […]
Roland Sands Explains His Racing Inspired Custom New Indian Scout
Published by June 30th, 2016 in Builders, Customs and Editorial.Called the RSD Scout, this custom new Scout was first shown in its raw form last year, and now completed, it was flown over from California for a debut at the Wheels & Waves festival held in Biarritz, France. “Stylistically this RSD Scout points towards the future with say a 15% nod to the Scout […]
Sturgis 2nd Annual Flying Piston Charity Breakfast. An Opportunity For You To Mix With Some Of The Best Custom Builders.
Published by June 30th, 2016 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.Custom motorcycle enthusiasts have a rare opportunity to join renowned U.S. and international custom builders and industry luminaries for a meet and greet to benefit educational scholarships during the second annual Flying Piston Charity Breakfast at the Sturgis Buffalo Chip®. Builders displaying in the Buffalo Chip’s 2016 Motorcycles As Art Exhibition, curated by Michael Lichter, will gather with […]
Lighted Velocity Ring For Kuryakyn, Crusher & Bahn Air Cleaners
Published by June 29th, 2016 in Customs, Editorial, Electrical and Engines.Only for those who like a punch of light on their bike, this new Velocity Ring can be added to all Kuryakyn® Hypercharger, Mach 2 and Mach 2 Co-Ax, as well as Crusher® Maverick and Bahn™ air cleaners. It mounts discreetly in the backing plate for a powerful seven-color combination of ultra-bright L.E.D.’s from beneath […]
