The Barnett “Low Profile” Lock-up Pressure Plate for 1998-15 Harley Davidson Big Twins (except 2013-16 CVO/SE & 2015-16 FLHTC L) is specifically designed to fit under stock or aftermarket primary and derby covers and increases the capacity of your stock clutch while keeping lever effort to a minimum, even with big inch motors! It’s done […]
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Barnett Low Profile Lock-Up Pressure Plate 1998-16 HD Big Twins
Published by June 4th, 2016 in Customs, Driveline and Editorial.Roland Sands Design built this seat for their own FXR and it works great on solo mission or with a passenger. The 2 models offered, the Boss and the Traction, are direct Harley FXR bolt-ons while the use of the FXR hinge is eliminated. (Front seat mount bracket is needed, OEM option # 52107-86) Featuring […]
Hot Rod Package For Harley CVO Models. The Zippers Muscle 110” Extreme.
Published by June 3rd, 2016 in Customs, Editorial and Engines.The Muscle 110 Extreme kit is a no-nonsense hot rod package that delivers thrilling power across the RPM range. It is a combination of the right mix of components and modifications that extracts stunning horsepower and torque from the CVO 110 platform. Zippers’ goal was to break the 150 horsepower barrier on pump gas without […]
BDL’s Reinforced Belt and One Piece Motor Plate
Published by June 3rd, 2016 in Customs, Driveline and Editorial.Designed for 1990-2006 Softail® models, the BDL EV-575 provides riders noteworthy advantages over stock and some aftermarket systems. First, BDL’s reinforced 2″ belt was developed specifically to handle the high torque and horsepower numbers being produced by some of today’s big inch V-Twin engines. Additionally, the system incorporates a one-piece billet motor plate, unique side […]
Pet On Wheels To Carry Your Pet On Two Wheels Safe And Practical
Published by June 3rd, 2016 in Accessories, Customs and Editorial.Your pet is your partner for life. But it can be dangerous and even illegal to transport it on your 2-wheeler depending how you do it. A startup company is offering a hard pet carrier to transport it safely, anytime, anywhere. The Pet On Wheel (POW) is not larger than a single-helmet top case. By […]
Harley-Davidson Back To Flat-Track Racing At X Games Austin. Race Is Live Tonight On ESPN & ABC.
Published by June 2nd, 2016 in Builders, Editorial and Events.Flat-Track Racing is set to open ESPN’s X Games Austin this evening Thursday June 2. In its second year as an X Games medaled event, Harley-Davidson Flat-Track Racing will feature top motorcycle racers from around the world going head-to-head on the challenging Circuit of The Americas dirt half-mile. Competitors will race for the first gold […]
Fans of the Cafe Racer look, of its aggressive stance and low-slung silhouette, will love this custom BMW Mark II Series built by German custom shop Diamond Atelier in collaboration with BMW Motorrad designer Julian Weber. It is based on the BMW 2-valve Monolever and is offered in 2 motor configurations, 800 & 1000 cc., […]
Forwarded by From Jay Allen. At the unforgiving legendary El Mirage, home to Land Speed Racing for more than half a century, motorcycle history was written again on May 19 when Chris Rivas & S&S Cycle, racing in the 3000 APS-PBG Class, did a pass at the extraordinary speed of 228.264 mph.
FXR Forever. Sturgis 4th Annual Harley FXR Show. on Sunday August 7, 2016.
Published by June 2nd, 2016 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.During the 76th Sturgis Rally. the 4th Annual FXR Show will be held on the grounds at the Sturgis Dragway, no more at the Sturgis City Park. The format of the show will be much the same as it has been for the first three years. Creator of the show Joe Mielke said “If you’re […]
Ken’s Factory Neo-Fusion Motor Dress Up Components For Harley Twin Cam Models
Published by June 1st, 2016 in Customs, Editorial and Engines.“Details Create Style” are the words that Ken Nagai lives by. And no builder focuses more on embellishing the appearance of the motor of all his custom creations. Inspired by the past but with a modern design, Ken’s Factory USA now offers a Neo-Fusion complete line of dress up components that you can bolt-on on […]
2016 Magic Bike Germany On The Rhine River
Published by June 1st, 2016 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.Last weekend May 26-29 motorcycle madness in Germany was at Magic Bike Ruedesheim on the Rhine river. The German tourist destination out of Frankfurt has been a popular destination for decades, but nothing prepared the town for what was rolling into town for the 15th anniversary of the event that started as a local meet […]
Polaris To Acquire Majority Stake In Italian Sport Motorcycle Manufacturer MV Agusta?
Published by May 31st, 2016 in Builders, Editorial and Events.The rumor started about one month ago when an Italian newspaper published an article mentioning that Polaris was interested to become a majority shareholder in legendary Italian sport bike maker MV Agusta. MV Agusta’s President and CEO Giovanni Castiglioni has just confirmed the news to Cycle News while mentioning at the same time that no […]
Hydraulic Clutch Lever For Reduced Reach On Harley Tourers
Published by May 31st, 2016 in Controls, Customs and Editorial.SoftBrake offers a reduced reach clutch lever for a more comfortable handling on 2014 and up touring bikes with hydraulic clutch This unique lever reduces reach by 1” less than stock, providing a smoother and easier operation, especially for riders with smaller hands. Lever is available in polished $49.95, black $56.95 or chrome $64.95. All sales are […]
Red Retro Style Open Face Helmet By Indian Motorcycle
Published by May 31st, 2016 in Editorial and Merchandise.Doesn’t matter if your Indian is a pre-1953 or new generation. This open face helmet features a classic design that will never go out of style. In Indian red metallic ABS outer shell with contrasting tan liner. Size can be fine tuned to your head via a back of head mechanism to get the most […]
Jan, Sue and Audrey haven’t seen each other since leaving school in a London suburb. They rediscover each other via friends, reunited and arrange to meet for lunch. Jan arrives first, wearing a beige Versace dress. She orders a bottle of Pinot Grigio. Sue arrives shortly afterward, wearing a grey Chanel number. After the initial hugs […]
During big rallies, most journalists, reporters and photographers suffer from FOMO, otherwise known as “fear of missing out” the new custom bike that we know you want us to write about. And even when you find it, conditions may not be the ones you expect for a professional shoot. It may be that bike is […]
Stealth Contoured Open Primary System For Dyna And Softail
Published by May 29th, 2016 in Customs, Driveline and Editorial.Tech Cycle one of the pioneers in the motorcycle components field offers this dark, lean and mean looking black anodized open primary system with a choice of Tech Cycle Cyclone 2” or 3” clutch. It is sold complete (different belt guards are optional) and fits 2007 & up Harley Softail, Dyna and FL models. Sold […]
The happiest don’t have the best of everything. They make the best of everything…
On a custom bagger, custom rear LED lights are a must. Accutronix offers a great choice to choose from that you can use as running/brake lights or turn signals or both, but you will need, depending of your application, to also install a load equalizer module. Each LED unit is 3-wire light with a total […]
The inspiration is of course snowshoes also called snow racquets. These floorboards feature a lightweight cut-through design and are machined from forged billet aluminum. They are longer than stock floorboards, measuring 18″ L X 5.75″ W X 1″ thick for the driver, with rubber inserts located on the top of the board for foot traction, […]
Next Generation Liquid Cooled Harley-Davidson XG750R To Debut Racing May 29, 2016
Published by May 27th, 2016 in Builders, Editorial and Events.A new-generation Harley-Davidson® flat-track motorcycle is ready to race. The Harley-Davidson® Screamin’ Eagle® Factory Team is unleashing the XG750R, its first all-new flat track race bike in 44 years, to battle in fierce, adrenaline-filled competition on dirt ovals across the U.S. The XG750R will make its official competition debut Sunday, May 29, at the AMA […]
30th Anniversary Italy Biker Fest
Published by May 26th, 2016 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.Last weekend May 19-22, Italy Biker Fest celebrated its 30th anniversary. Epicenter of the event is Lignano Sabbiadoro, one of the main beach resorts in northern Italy and on the Adriatic Sea coast. A few postcards of this Italian major motorcycle event.
The Rogue Fender Kit For 1958-1984 Harley Big Twins
Published by May 26th, 2016 in Chassis, Customs and Editorial.Not much choice is available if you are looking to replace the stock rear fender on your 1958-1984 Harley-Davidson Big Twins with an easy to install bolt-on kit. The Rogue Fender Kit includes the strong 12 gauge raw steel fender, a pair chrome plated steel fender struts and the mounting hardware. Design will work on […]
Maryland Becomes Second State to Pass Motorcyclist Anti-Profiling Law.The motorcyclists of Maryland counted a major victory last week when Governor Larry Hogan signed a bill into law that would expressly prohibit the profiling of motorcyclists within the state. Maryland is now the second state to pass a motorcycle anti-profiling law. Washington state passed related legislation in […]
Indian Motorcycle Engineers Passion For Speed. Seven-Episode Video Series Records After-Hours Development Of Land Speed Racers
Published by May 25th, 2016 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Videos.Melding their careers with a shared fervor for going fast, a team of Indian Motorcycle engineers continues to practice their art on two-wheeled skunk-works type projects after-hours in the office and at home. Now, in a seven-episode video series titled “A Passion For Speed”, you are able to capture a glimpse of what happens in […]
Competition Saddlebag Lids With Or without Flush Lights.
Published by May 25th, 2016 in Chassis, Customs, Editorial and Electrical.These replacement lids feature a smooth contoured body line which looks great from any angle. They bolt-on 1993-2013 Harley Street Glide, Road Glide, Electra Glide & Road King models. (2014-up available soon) They can be delivered with flush mount lights including hardware and weatherstrips. Also available with flush mounted taillights. The included plug-n-play wiring harness […]
