Mikuni Classic VM Round Slide Carburetors began their great reputation as one of the best high performance carburetors (with S&S Cycle) in the sport of motorcycling back in the 1960’s. Since then, Mikuni’s VM Series Round Slide Carburetors have proven themselves for use in any street or off-road application for motorcycles and ATV application, including […]
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Mikuni Classic VM Series Round Slide Carburetors & Parts for Restorations & Retro Bikes
Published by September 4th, 2013 in Customs, Editorial and Engines.Talk about low tech. Wood gas, the byproduct of partial combustion of wood was used mainly in Europe countries before, during (because of fuel rationing) and after WWII. As you can see, the system to produce wood fuel is quite bulky and uses a process called gasification through a generator to create combustible hydrogen and […]
World Fastest Motorcycles Arrived On The Salts Of Bonneville.
Published by August 25th, 2013 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Engines.Racers and their machines arrived in Bonneville for the 10th Anniversary 2013 BUB Motorcycle Speed Trials. During 6 days (August 24-29), conditions of the salt being good, they are going to try to put their names in the record books of motorcycle land speed records. Not doubt that by the end of this coming week the […]
The Harris Saunders Story. On Our Worst Days, We Are Still Much Better Off Than Many People In This World
Published by August 23rd, 2013 in Editorial, Engines and Events.A Special Sturgis Narrative By Chris Clemens of S&S Cycle. Working in the motorcycle industry gives me an opportunity to make my daily bread surrounded by machines and people that bring me joy. My boss actually pays me to ride across country on a company bike and partake in the revelry of Sturgis! That’s a […]
Harley-Davidson New Twin-Cooled™ High Output Twin Cam 103™
Published by August 21st, 2013 in Builders, Editorial, Engines and Events.Project Rushmore is qualified by Harley-Davidson as “the largest scale new model launch” in its 110-year history. In addition to new electronics, infotainment with touchscreen features, the Rushmore Project includes a long list of upgrades to provide the 2014 Touring & Trike models with more power (more roll-on power, brisker passing performance), and rider control […]
New Screamin’ Eagle Burst Performance Air Cleaner Kit
Published by August 11th, 2013 in Customs, Editorial and Engines.This new Harley-Davidson air cleaner kit (P/N 29000066, $369.95) combines high performance with hard-edged styling. The tuxedo black billet cover is machined to expose the satin-aluminum finish below, creating contrasting edges and light-enhancing patterns that are eye-catching alone or when combined with other Burst Collection, Edge Cut and gloss black accessory components. A one-piece cast […]
Mikuni Fuel Pumps For Custom Motorcycle Applications.
Published by August 8th, 2013 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Engines.Many custom builders wants the freedom of placing the fuel tank wherever they want, and because the motorcycle will no more be fueled fed by gravity, the custom vehicle requires the use of a fuel pump. Mikuni MK Pulse Fuel Pumps employs an engine’s fluctuating crankcase pressure when running to pump fuel from a remote […]
Sturgis Rally. The 4 Performance Hot Spots.
Published by July 31st, 2013 in Customs, Editorial and Engines.Today’s Harley® riders want the flexibility to make performance changes on a whim, like adding air cleaner kits, aftermarket pipes or performance engine kits. From stock displacement to 131 CI engines, the ThunderMax® EFI System delivers immediate results for factory and aftermarket engine parts combinations. ThunderMax® users experience a dramatic increase in throttle response, improved […]
Red Shift® Cams Sold And Installed At The Sturgis Rally
Published by July 26th, 2013 in Customs, Editorial and Engines.While at the Sturgis Rally, you can unleash your Twin Cam® Engine’s Hidden Potential with Red Shift® 525, 527, and 575 Performance Cam Packages available for purchase and installation from Cycle Solutions with assistance of a Zippers Performance technician. Red Shift® Performance Cams have been the choice of performance engine builders for over thirty years. […]
Original 1909 Single Cylinder Indian Motorcycle And 2 Indian Wrenches To Be auctioned This weekend
Published by July 9th, 2013 in Editorial, Engines and Events.On sunday afternoon July 14, 2013 GOULD AUCTIONS, a company specializing in selling antiques, will auction a are and original 1909 Single Cylinder Indian Motorcycle engine by Oscar Hedstrom and 2 wrenches. In 1899, Gifted engineer Oscar Hedstrom built a motorized two-wheeler. George Hendee, bicycle maker and former cycle racer, saw the potential of the […]
The First Indian Motorcycle Seen Running The All-New Thunder Stroke 111 Engine. The Spirit Of Munro.
Published by July 8th, 2013 in Builders, Customs, Editorial, Engines and Videos.On May 5th, 2013, on a dry lake bed in California, Indian Motorcycle ran the “Spirit of Munro”, an all-metal tribute bike built to honor the great Burt Munro. This is the first Indian motorcycle to be seen running the all-new Thunder Stroke 111. Todd Eagan accepted the challenge of riding the untested bike on […]
3 new interesting questions asked to Spectro Oils and their answers. Question. What is “detergent” in oil? Can it affect rubber parts? Is it like detergent for washing dishes? Answer. Detergents are a necessary part of modern oils. They reduce sludge build up, keep oil passages clean and help your oil filter do a better […]
Renewable Fuels Association Releases Key Information on Ethanol Use in Motorcycles
Published by June 29th, 2013 in Editorial, Engines and Events.The Renewable Fuels Association (RFA) released a fact sheet specifically for motorcycle owners answering common questions about E15 (85 percent gasoline/15 percent ethanol) and motorcycle engines. The document entitled “E15 and the Motorcycle Industry” makes it clear that E15 is illegal to put into a motorcycle engine, but E10 is approved for use. The fact […]
S&S 55th Anniversary Commemorative Black Carburetor Kits. Only 55 Available.
Published by June 25th, 2013 in Customs, Editorial, Engines and Events.Only 55 special 55th Anniversary commemorative Super E and Super G Shorty carburetor kits are available from S&S Cycle. They feature a specially machined venturi for up to 7% more flow and a distinctive black Enduraguard® coating that not only looks tremendous, but resists chemicals and heat. They come with stock length black manifolds for […]
S&S Cycle Celebrates 55 Years Going Fast. Saying Thank You.
Published by June 24th, 2013 in Customs, Engines and Events.What started as a passion for speed, grew into the best known company name in the V-Twin high performance aftermarket. George Smith Sr. had to build his own parts to make his motorcycle faster. Now the company he founded manufactures the most prestigious line of “go fast” v-twin engine parts in the world. S&S Cycle […]
Postcards From S&S Cycle 55th Anniversary.
Published by June 22nd, 2013 in Builders, Customs, Engines and Events.I am in Wisconsin, home state of S&S Cycle, participating to their 55th anniversary celebration both at the Viola manufacturing plant and the La Crosse distribution center. Born in 1958, S&S Cycle has been in the business of conceiving, designing and producing high quality, high performance engine components – now including mufflers – for the […]
S&S Cycle 55th Anniversary. Jay Allen Will Be Master Of Ceremonies. Display Military Tribute Bikes.
Published by June 19th, 2013 in Builders, Customs, Editorial, Engines and Events.Tomorrow Thursday afternoon I am flying to La Crosse, WI to participate to S&S Cycle 55th anniversary celebration to be held at the Oktoberfest Grounds on Friday, June 21st and Saturday 22nd, 2013. Jay will showcase the Military Tribute Bikes on both days in La Crosse but will revealed them the day before on Thursday, […]
Popular S&S V111 Engine Now Offered In Polished Finish
Published by June 7th, 2013 in Customs, Editorial and Engines.By popular request S&S Cycle has added polished V111 engines for 1984-1999 carbureted Harley-Davidson Big Twins. The 111 cubic inch V111 engine is already one of S&S most popular replacement engines for performance touring applications. The square configuration with a short 41/8″ stroke equal to the large 41/8″ bore, makes this engine smooth, minimizing vibrations […]
Australian Renegade Engine Company To Design And Manufacture A Jesse James Branded V-Twin Motorcycle Engine For The Custom Motorcycle Market.
Published by June 3rd, 2013 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Engines.Future V-Twin Engines branded as Jesse James Engines will be derived from collaboration between the parties. “An Aussie Renegade 147″ Billet Engine should be just about perfect to test out the new CFL frame” said Jesse James, showing a 147″ Diamond Cut Renegade V-Twin Engine on his work bench. “Jesse brings to this venture his […]
JIMS® Announces Release of JIMS Powertrain Hardware Organizer
Published by May 23rd, 2013 in Driveline, Editorial and Engines.Doing a powertrain tear down and assembly? Tired of hunting through plastic bins looking for hardware? JIMS®, a premier manufacturer of performance parts and specialty tools for use on Harley-Davidson® Motorcycles, has released the new JIMS Hardware Organizer.
Küryakyn Holdings LLC, a leader in the aftermarket parts industry, is proud to announce the release of the new TC-24D cam. This bolt-in performance cam fits all 2007 to 2013 Harley-Davidson® Twin Cam models (2006 to 2013 Dynas). The cam is an extension of Küryakyn’s “Wild Things” performance line, and a component of the new […]
Your Trike Needs More Acceleration and Passing Power
Published by 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 […]
S&S Cycle Introducing The 482 Bolt-In Cams For Harley-Davidson Sportsters 2000-Up
Published by April 30th, 2013 in Customs, Editorial and Engines.Being bolt-in Cams, they are fully compatible with stock pushrods and valve springs. That equates to an economical installation, since there is no need to invest in those replacement parts. In addition, the savings in labor is substantial, since the cylinder heads do not have to be removed to install valve springs. The 482 cams […]
New Galaxy Air Cleaners By Italian Rebuffini
Published by April 24th, 2013 in Customs, Editorial and Engines.If you are into the high/tech racing style you may like these new air cleaners, a typical “Made in Italy” expression of design. Rebuffini products for Harley-Davidson always stand out for for the quality of the materials (aluminum used comes from Switzerland), for the superb manufacturing technique.and attention to details. And of course, you will […]
S&S Cycle Celebrates Its 55th Anniversary And You Are Invited.
Published by April 20th, 2013 in Editorial, Engines and Events.On Friday June 21st and Saturday June 22nd, 2013 S&S Cycle will celebrate their 55th anniversary this and they would like like everyone to join them for the celebration party. It will take place at the Oktoberfest grounds in La Crosse, Wisconsin, with a side trip to the S&S factory in Viola for breakfast, plant […]
The History Of The Rivera SU Carburetor
Published by April 16th, 2013 in Customs, Editorial and Engines.SU Carburetor History: Back in the early 70’s, Rivera got its start when Mel Magnet (The Founder of Rivera Engineering) took off SU carburetors from some British cars and did some magic to adapt them to Harleys. In 1974, Custom Chopper Magazine sponsored the “Search for King Carb” shoot-out between all the top carburetors back […]
