Many like the look of a cool set of Ape Hangers on their Softail or Dyna model. It implies the replacement of your cables and lines for longer ones and we all dislike the task and time it takes for of sorting out which new ones to use. In addition, Harley-Davidson introduced on late models [...]
Published by Cyril Huze June 6th, 2013
in Customs, Editorial and Electrical.
A pretty good idea aiming at reducing rear-end collisions from a California startup. Motorcycles decelerate much quicker than 4-wheel vehicles, either when you let off the throttle or brake. A new type of safety light for motorcycles that illuminates when the bike slows down, regardless of whether or not you are using the brakes. The [...]
Published by Cyril Huze June 4th, 2013
in Editorial and Electrical.
PulseTech Products wanted to make sure that all of you understood the differences between both types of chargers. They sent me the following text of technical explanations. Yes, it sounds like a (non-paid) commercial for their own products, but I thought that many would learn something about the proper and safe way to keep all [...]
Published by Cyril Huze May 30th, 2013
in Customs, Editorial and Electrical.
Motorcycling on dimly lit back roads presents significant challenges, from lurking deer to poorly marked corners and inattentive drivers. According to engineers at Harley-Davidson, installing LED motorcycle lighting is the fastest, easiest way to enhance visibility for harsh night-riding conditions. Harley-Davidson offers 48 LED lighting accessories, including headlamps, auxiliary lamps, tail lamps and turn signals [...]
Published by Cyril Huze May 5th, 2013
in Editorial, Electrical and Engines.
Developed specifically to meet the tuning needs of Harley-Davidson Tri-Glide® model, the Thndermax Zipper’s ZIP KIT will get you big power and Improve Drivebility. It’s just a bolt-on and plug-in device to experience the benefits of Zipper’s pre-engineered and road-tested kits. Zip Kits include a pre-mapped ThunderMax® module with AutoTune EFI Controller, a MAXFlow air cleaner [...]
Each LED light can be customized with your logo, design, color etc. Call Mondo or Shane on my behalf at 775-813-1994 or visit Denver’s Choppers.
Published by Cyril Huze April 27th, 2013
in Customs, Editorial and Electrical.
The new Electra Glo™ Fairing Edge Light Kit (P/N 68000035, $99.95) from Harley-Davidson® Genuine Motor Accessories® adds forward-facing white LED accent lights to the front profile of Harley-Davidson Touring models equipped with the iconic bat wing fairing. Formed to follow the contour of the fairing, the slim adhesive-backed strip of lamps adds a strong visual [...]
Published by Cyril Huze April 21st, 2013
in Controls, Customs, Editorial and Electrical.
Now you can replace a four-inch Speedometer with this new Harley-Davidson gauge adding a tach, fuel level and more information. The lower half of the instrument incorporates a digital speedometer plus a selectable LCD screen that displays fuel level, miles-to-empty, gear-position, odometer/trip meter, or time of day. The colors of backlighting, the pointer and the [...]
Shorter will look better. This new sleek 8 ¼” turn signal mounting bracket is 4 ¾ “shorter than the stock one and will give the rear of your bike a slimmer look. Built for 86-13 FLST/C, 93-96 FLSTN, 91-13 FLT/HT models (w/ flat-style lights). Mounting bracket will accept stock or aftermarket turn signals. Available in [...]
Published by Cyril Huze March 24th, 2013
in Controls, Editorial and Electrical.
Since 2011 several HD models are equipped with a CAN-BUS a.k.a. “HD-LAN”. This internal communication system restrains certain replacement of components like the handlebar control switches. CANIOX has been developed to overcome this problem and to enable you to use custom handlebar controls e. g. from Performance Machine, Ness, Rebuffini, Joker Machine, RST to name [...]
I had to be in Germany to discover that Cycle Visions from San Diego, present as exhibitor at the Custom Chrome Europe Show, was proposing these cool parts for lights and to turn a Softail into a bagger… Lucifer’s lights. These 1 watt, 2-function LED lights (smaller than a nickel) are super bright and small [...]
Published by Cyril Huze March 16th, 2013
in Chassis, Editorial and Electrical.
More you rake your bike and more your headlight will light up the sky, which is of course not its purpose…With a traditional headlight , it’s an easy fix. With a Nacelle, the only way to fix this issue is to use an extended Nacelle. Especially if you go for the setup 40-degree Rake/Big Wheel [...]
Published by Cyril Huze March 6th, 2013
in Customs, Editorial and Electrical.
Named the MVX Series, these Bagger Gauges are offered with 2 bezel options, 4 background choices and 7 lighting colors to choose from, giving you the choice of multiple combinations fitting your taste. With “Personalize”, your gauge appearance is set by programming the pointer, backlight, and LCD Message center colors independently. Whether installing a 6 [...]
Published by Cyril Huze February 28th, 2013
in Customs, Editorial and Electrical.
Another USB charging solution for all those who can’t live 1 minute without their digital device(s) This one is a dual plug because you carry and need at all times at least a fully charged smart phone and a music or GPS device or iPad or… Featuring two USB ports and 2.1 amp output to [...]
Published by Cyril Huze February 19th, 2013
in Customs, Editorial and Electrical.
They can be used on any custom project rear fender and of course on your custom saddlebags. The 957 Taillights are CNC’d from billet aluminum and hold a pair of very bright LED lights. The lights measure 9-1/2” long by 1-1/2” wide and are available in raw, black powder coat, and chrome. An additional plug-n-play [...]
Published by Cyril Huze February 12th, 2013
in Accessories, Builders, Customs and Electrical.
In Pasadena, California, James Maund, a third generation maker of cycle parts, designs, creates and produces each year very few custom motorcycle parts but all, without exception, extremely cool. And I bet that this new one – the skeleton Quadrant Side Mount License Bracket – is going to sell like hot cakes. James took his [...]
Published by Cyril Huze February 8th, 2013
in Accessories, Builders, Chassis and Electrical.
When I published the all new 998 cc Musket V-Twin engine, you were unanimous in expressing your admiration for this beautiful looking and sounding engine and for his creator Aniket Vardhan. But a successful attempt at building such a motor (using 500 Bullet top ends) required a full custom chassis to demonstrate its possibilities. Aniket [...]
Published by Cyril Huze January 30th, 2013
in Customs, Editorial and Electrical.
Now available from LC Fabrications are these new battery trays engineered to fit Anti-Gravity Lithium Ion Batteries. Made completely in House at LC Fabrications from 6061 aluminum and hand polished. Each tray includes all necessary mounting hardware. Sizes are available for 4, 8, 12 and 16 cell small case batteries. For more information on Anti-Gravity Batteries visit [...]
Published by Cyril Huze January 26th, 2013
in Customs, Editorial and Electrical.
Intended as a replacement for the bulky stock non-led tail light, this easy to install bolt-on kit features a compact LED tail lamp with clear lens, laminated stainless steel license plate holder, aluminum mounting bracket and installation instructions, and all necessary hardware. It fits all models of XR1200 from 2008 to current. An optional LED [...]
Published by Cyril Huze January 22nd, 2013
in Customs, Editorial and Electrical.
If you keep a battery tender cable attached to your battery, there is a small, simple solution, no extra cable required, to charge your smart phone, MP3 player, tablet, etc while on the go. It’s a charger that you plug directly into the 2-Pin SAE connection typically used for trickle charging batteries. Previous solutions have [...]
Published by Cyril Huze January 5th, 2013
in Customs, Editorial and Electrical.
A new Battery Charging Harness with LED Charge Indicator (P/N 66000005, $14.95) from Harley-Davidson® Genuine Motor Accessories® features an integrated red LED that flashes when battery voltage drops to a level that requires charging. Ring terminals connect the motorcycle battery to the harness, which can then be routed for clear visibility and easy access. A [...]
Published by Cyril Huze December 22nd, 2012
in Chassis, Customs, Editorial and Electrical.
While riding a Bagger, some like to go for loud, very loud… These audio lids for your touring bags are supposed to be the loudest in the business. These new urethane injection molded replacement Harley-Davidson saddlebag lids allow you to install 2 pairs of 6 x 9 inch speakers on your bike. And for moisture [...]
Published by Cyril Huze November 27th, 2012
in Customs, Editorial, Electrical and Engines.
Accurate website coding, visual design appeal and quality of items cross referencing are a must to give users a satisfying online experience and to get a chance to turn web surfers into customers. Today, if they want to remain competitive in the digital world, most website owners have to revamp their websites at least every [...]
The new Boom! Audio High Performance Boom! Bagger Speakers from Harley-Davidson ($159.95 Fairing front and$ 159.95 Tour-Pak rear) replace the original equipment speakers for improved clarity and performance of the the stock speakers on 1998-2005 Electra Glide® models. A two-way speaker design with a separate bass and midrange driver and grill-mounted tweeter provides improved high-frequency [...]
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