Just unveiled for 2012 is the new Dyna® Switchback with detachable hard bags and windshield, a model that Harley-Davidson call “a quick-change artist.” With its color-matched hard saddlebags and a fork-mounted windshield in place, the Switchback is a custom touring motorcycle. But in seconds, the detachable saddlebags and quick-detach windshield can be removed without tools. […]
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New 2012 Harley Dyna® Switchback. Two Bikes In One.
Published by July 20th, 2011 in Builders, Editorial and Events.Polaris Industries Amazing Second Quarter Results
Published by July 20th, 2011 in Builders, Editorial and Events.What a second quarter for the US motorcycle industry. Both Harley-Davidson and Polaris pulled a wheelie on Wall Street. First Harley-Davidson U.S. motorcycle sales rose on an annual basis for the first time in 5 years. Dealers sold more than 53,000 new motorcycles in the U.S. during the second quarter, up 7.5% from a year […]
Naked Bullet Ready To Shoot For 201 MPH Club
Published by July 20th, 2011 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.The 8th edition of the Bonneville BUB Motorcycle Speed Trials is only 5 weeks away (August 27th – September 1st, 2011). So, during the coming weeks, between news about Sturgis, I will introduce you to a few riders with their new machines shooting for a national or world land speed record in their category. You […]
Massive Victory Motorcycles Presence In Sturgis
Published by July 20th, 2011 in Builders, Editorial and Events.In addition to their downtown Sturgis location at First and Main, for the 71th edition of rally, Victory will bring 3 x 18-wheelers unloading its largest ever test fleet available for demo rides. As an official Sponsor of the Sturgis Legendary Buffalo Chip, Victory will also participle in Chip activities all week and donating a […]
Official Harley-Davidson Sturgis Commemorative Painting Just Released
Published by July 19th, 2011 in Editorial, Events and Painters.Artist David Uhl is in Los angeles at the International HD Dealer Meeting presenting his just finished 7th Sturgis commemorative painting. It represents a famous landmark, and a unique road that winds outside of town called Sly Hill Rd. As always some canvas giclees fwill be produced for all those that would like one for […]
Sturgis Inaugural Rumble For The Heartland Is August 9th
Published by July 19th, 2011 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.With Devils Tower, Wyoming as backdrop, an opening ceremony of “Rumble To The Heartland” is staged Tuesday August 9th at 3:00pm with military dignitaries and celebrity friends. Then, riders will pay tribute to active duty and vets with a 80 scenic miles led by Lorenzo Lamas. All contributions, from $5 to $50,000 will benefit Operation Homefront […]
Harley-Davidson Second Quarter Results Blow Past Estimate.
Published by July 19th, 2011 in Builders, Editorial and Events.U.S. sales, higher shipments and improved performance at its finance unit. A profit of $190.6 million, or 81 cents a share, up from $71.2 million, or 30 cents a share, a year earlier. For the year-earlier period, earnings from continuing operations were 59 cents a share. Revenue jumped 18% to $1.34 billion. Motorcycle shipments rose […]
At a little bit more than 2 weeks from the start of the 71th edition of the Sturgis (or Black Hills) Rally, both sides continue to fight over the STURGIS RALLY and other trademarks associated with the motorcycle event. On one side the SMRI (Sturgis Motorcycle Rally Inc.), a not for profit organization, requesting a fee from vendors […]
Sturgis Limpnickie Lot. New Location. New Builders. New Entertainment.
Published by July 16th, 2011 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.During the 71th Sturgis Rally edition there will be 20 custom builders in attendance at the Legendary Buffalo Chip® , new home of the Limpnickie Lot. The foundation of the Limpnickie Lot started five years ago with five builders that originally included Twisted Choppers. After a four year hiatus from the lot, a period they […]
Good news. Friend of the industry Jasmine Cain will be in Sturgis to rock a few stages with the gift of her voice and the raw guitars of her band. One video and one listen to convince you that she is one of the musical events to attend to during your stay in the Black […]
Sturgis Rally Trademark Fight. The Official Reply From SMRI.
Published by July 15th, 2011 in Editorial and Events.Sturgis Motorcycle Rally (SMRI) attempts to answer the 10 questions that have been distributed to the media with clear and concise answers to the extent the questions were clear. (I was not able to verify the information and alleged statements provided below by SMRI) 1. SMRi recently added two new licensees, Biker Design Inc. and Motorcycle Rally […]
Sturgis Rally Trademark Fight. Conflicts of Interest and Intimidation Exposed?
Published by July 15th, 2011 in Editorial and Events.Aaron W. Davis, Partner at Patterson Thuente Christensen Pedersen, P.A., the counsel of Rushmore Photo & Gifts Inc. is launching a vigorous defense and counter-attack against Sturgis Motorcycle Rally (SMRI), its companies and individual members. The conflict between SMRI and Rushmore Photo & Gifts and other Sturgis merchandise vendors arised from the fact that SMRI […]
V-Twin Trade Show War Boiling For 2012
Published by July 14th, 2011 in Builders, Editorial and Events.The 12th Annual Easyriders V-Twin Expo in Cincinnati, a trade show devoted to everything American V-Twin is setup for February 4-6, 2012. The 2012 Advanstar Dealer Expo in Indianapolis, another trade show encompassing all the powersport industry will open its doors a few days later February 17-19, 2012. But in 2012, in the same Indianapolis […]
Royal Enfield Building New Manufacturing Facility. Doubling Production.
Published by July 14th, 2011 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.Royal Enfield Motors, manufacturer the iconic Bullet motorcycle line and the world’s oldest motorcycle brand, is building a new manufacturing facility spreading across 50 acres in Chennai, India to help the company meet worldwide demand for its iconic motorcycles. The new plant should be completed in 2013 and will be able to more than double Royal […]
Exclusive. Roger Bourget Launches Roger Bourgets Chopper Shop
Published by July 13th, 2011 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.Many among you wondered where was and what was up with Custom Builder Roger Bourget. After nearly 20 years of being the very creative lead designer and builder of custom motorcycles for Bourget’s Bike Works (BBW), tired of all the stress of the large shop, Roger and his new wife Emily moved to one of the nation’s […]
Recalls For Indian And Victory Motorcycles
Published by July 13th, 2011 in Builders, Editorial and Events.Polaris Industries has issued 2 recalls on nearly 700 years 2009 to 2011 Indian Chief motorcycles and one recall on 1,688 years 2004 to 2011 Victory motorcycles. One recall on Indian Chief motorcycles involves the body control module which can cause the headlight to turn off in some circumstances. If the headlight switch is slowly […]
Sturgis Buffalo Chip 30th Anniversary Custom Motorcycle And Guitar
Published by July 13th, 2011 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.To celebrate its 30th anniversary, the Legendary Buffalo Chip’s will give away one lucky Chip rally attendee a one-of-a-kind motorcycle and a distinctive Sturgis Buffalo Chip® guitar from Epiphone. Registration for the bike and guitar giveaway is free and can be found at Buffalo Chip. Fans can also register at the rally at the Epiphone […]
A guide and souvenir for many going to the Sturgis Rally, the 2011 Buffalo Chip Gazette-Sturgis Rider News ® publication is now available at Harley-Davidson and Victory Dealerships nationwide. The publication is useful as the go-to guide for what to see and do at the Sturgis Buffalo Chip and the Rally. This year’s publication is […]
Indian Motorcycle Kings Mountain Factory Liquidation
Published by July 12th, 2011 in Builders, Editorial and Events.Due to the acquisition by Polaris Industries and relocation of Indian Motorcycle in Spirit Lake, Iowa, remaining equipment at the former Kings Mountain, North Carolina factory is being liquidated. Unfortunately, no Indian motorcycle parts, but equipments like Dyno Booth, Rolling Test Booth, Painting Booth, Compressor, Warehouse Carts, Hitachi Invertor, Ladders, Office Desks, Chairs, Tables, File Cabinets, […]
5th Annual Sturgis Horse Backstreet Choppers Bike Show.
Published by July 12th, 2011 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.During Sturgis Bike Week, The Horse Backstreet Choppers will bring its fifth annual The Horse Backstreet Choppers Bike Show to Michael Ballard’s Full Throttle Saloon. The show will be held Monday, August 8th, 2011 and will feature door prizes and giveaways, a burnout pit, live music and beautiful women. No registration or entry fee. Visitors to […]
7Up and Dollar General Team Up to Give Away Harley Davidson Sportsters
Published by July 12th, 2011 in Builders, Editorial and Events.What about getting a chance to win a free Harley-Davidson Sportster Forty-Eight and $1000. 7Up and Dollar General don’t oblige you to buy anything to enter their Sweepstakes. You are just obliged to enter online and to provide a valid email address. You can enter daily through July 24, 2011. You must be a legal […]
14th Annual Quail Lodge Vintage Motorcycles Sale
Published by July 9th, 2011 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.Bonhams, one of the world’s oldest and largest auctioneers of antiques and fine art, is preparing for its 14th annual sale at Quail Lodge in Carmel, California, on Thursday and Friday, August 18-19. Among rare motorcycles to be offered. 1- The very last Brough Superior SS100 to roll off the production line with full factory […]
Lawsuit And Counter Lawsuit About Sturgis Rally Trademark Use (Part 2)
Published by July 8th, 2011 in Editorial and Events.(From 2 press releases received from Brian Niemann, co-owner of Rushmore Photo & Gifts and Aaron W. Davis, Partner at PATTERSON THUENTE CHRISTENSEN PEDERSEN, P.A) On July 7, 2011, Rushmore Photo & Gifts, Inc. held a press conference in Rapid City, South Dakota announcing its intention to vigorously defend itself against recent allegations of trademark infringement […]
Resignation Of Terry Nesbitt President Of Viper Motorcycle Co.
Published by July 8th, 2011 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.Today, John Silseth CEO of Viper Powersports Inc., announced the resignation and retirement of Terry Nesbitt, veteran employee, President of Viper Motorcycle Company and Director of Viper Powersports, Inc. According to John Silseth, CEO, “Terry is a co-founder and long time valued employee. It’s been a pleasure to work together all these years. I’m sad […]
Lawsuit And Counter Lawsuit About Sturgis Rally Trademark Use (Part 1)
Published by July 8th, 2011 in Editorial and Events.On April 6th, I reported that the STURGIS® Word Mark in connection with Sturgis® Rally goods and services was now protected by a Federal Trademark Registration. At the time, board member of Sturgis Motorcycle Rally Inc. (SMRI) and longtime Sturgis-area businessman John E. Johnson stated that it was “an exciting development for the future protection, […]
30 Years Strong Commemorative Buffalo Chip Apparel Unveiled By Hot Leathers
Published by July 8th, 2011 in Editorial and Events.During the the 71st Black Hills Rally, The Buffalo Chip Campground will celebrate its 30th anniversary and asked Biker Apparel Maker Hot Leathers to create a new logo that you will see in all variations possible on their jackets, shirts, tees, and many accessories. During 30 years, The Legendary Buffalo Chiphas hosted bikers for 10 […]
