Long before motorcycle companies declared women the new emerging market, a few of them were relentlessly promoting the sport to their sisters through speaking engagements, writing, reporting and the creation of female rider magazines. Genevieve Schmitt is one of them, and using her television producing background coupled with her passion for riding, she became very […]
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BAKER Drivetrain Offering Tech Seminars At Dealerships
Published by December 15th, 2010 in Customs, Driveline, Editorial and Events.BAKER Drivetrain is teaming up with H-D Dealers to offer tech seminars in your city. Bert Baker himself and part of his crew are right now touring the Mid West to bring you the latest information and innovations in the world of motorcycle drivetrain. Hear the BAKER Drivetrain story from Bert BAKER himself and while you’re […]
The Secret Life Of Cris Sommer Simmons
Published by December 8th, 2010 in Books, Editorial and Events.New female riders can find inspiration in the accomplishments of many other women who since the beginning of the last century have decided to follow their dreams and dared to live their lives on their own terms around motorcycles. Although all have a different personality they share common attributes, independence, courage and a very special […]
Legendary Sturgis Buffalo Chip And Legends Ride On TV
Published by December 8th, 2010 in Editorial and Events.A short post to let you know that the Legendary Buffalo Chip and the 2010 Legends Ride will be featured on “Sturgis the Wild Ride” airing on the Travel Channel tomorrow Thursday, December 9th. Check your local listings for times on Travel Channel Website.
Orange County Choppers Headquarters Facing Foreclosure
Published by December 6th, 2010 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.The foreclosure action by lender GE Commercial Finance Business Property Corp. claims that OCC missed mortgage payments of approximately $96,400 and $14,000 due on July 1 on 2 loans of $11 million and of $1.5 million used to build the Newburgh, NY headquarters. The Orange County (Industrial Development Agency (IDA) is also named as a defendant in […]
Mooneyes Yokohama Hot Rod Custom Show
Published by December 4th, 2010 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.Today December 4th, at Pacifico Yokohama, Japan all custom bikes and hot rods are setup for the 19th edition of this more than ever popular one-day show on Sunday. Until then, get together parties organized by Dice Magazine and Bean Bandits are going on… About 100 guests are coming from outside Japan, and belonging to […]
Custom Chrome International Seals A Deal With James Gaskets
Published by December 4th, 2010 in Accessories, Customs, Editorial and Events.Custom Chrome International catalog is strengthening its product portfolio by carrying the complete line of gaskets and seals from legendary manufacturer. James Gaskets has the most complete product line of Harley-Davidson aftermarket gaskets and seals in the industry. The company reputation for producing superior gaskets combined with its professional ethic earned the respect of industry […]
Harley-Davidson Bailout. This week American people learned the incredible details of the Fall of 2008 Fed’s 3 trillion dollars bailout of Wall Street and of Corporate America. Not only, the Fed lending almost daily to the largest US banks but also to foreign ones, but to companies like GE, Verizon, Harley-davidson and many others. The […]
John Shola Collection Of British Motorcycles To Be Auctioned In Las Vegas
Published by December 3rd, 2010 in Builders, Editorial and Events.This news follows Bonhams’ earlier announcement of the stunning “barn find” 1952 Chinese Red Vincent Rapide that has been consigned to Las Vegas on January 6, 2011. From the collection of John Shola come several important motorcycles: 1948 Vincent HRD Rapide B, 1949 Vincent HRD Rapide B, 1949, 1952 Vincent Black Shadow C, A Vincent […]
Orange County Choppers Fair Market Value. Zero?
Published by December 2nd, 2010 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.Background. You know that in January 2009, after an on-air argument between Paul Sr. and Paul Jr., Senior fired Junior. To avoid a breach of agreement with the Discovery channel, owner of The Learning Channel, Teutul son and father signed a letter of agreement by which: “Junior shall extend to Senior, upon Senior’s request, an […]
Lorenzo Lamas Partners With Ralph Randolph For 2 New Custom Production Models
Published by December 2nd, 2010 in Builders, Customs, Editorial, Events and Merchandise.Ralph Randolph from Knockout Motorcycles and Lorenzo Lamas had a previous collaboration before Lorenzo Cycles partnered with Eddie Trotta. They join again to create 2 new performance models, the Patriot – a chopper with ape hangers – and the Reno Rocket whose lines are inspired by those of a board tracker. So, why Lorenzo would […]
Harley-Davidson Close To Entering New Healthy Business Cycle
Published by November 28th, 2010 in Builders, Editorial and Events.A new Baird Survey shows that a Harley dealer had an average 41 new motorcycles in stock on their show floor in October. It compares to 67 motorcycles a year ago at the same period. Of course it’s the consequence of Harley-Davidson decision, like other motorcycle manufacturers, to cut production to avoid to flood the […]
Norton Back In The USA. Launching 3 New Commando Versions.
Published by November 27th, 2010 in Builders, Editorial and Events.Norton Motorcycles, the famous British brand and a name synonymous with the British sport motorcycling culture, is back in the USA and announced the appointment of industry veteran Dan Van Epps to head-up its operations The first Norton motorcycle, the ‘Engerette’, rolled out of its Birmingham England factory in 1902. The company has been producing […]
World’s Most Expensive Motorcycle. 1929 Brough Superior. Auctioned $455,000.
Published by November 26th, 2010 in Builders, Editorial and Events.Brough Superior (1919-1938), the brand nicknamed the Rolls Royce Of Motorcycles, has always been the epitome of exclusivity, luxury, elegance, style and extraordinary design. And a private collector proved it again by getting a 1929 model for the outstanding price of 286,000 UK pounds or about US$455,000 during a European auction at the Haynes International […]
New York Company Claims To Own The Daytona Beach Bike Week Trademark
Published by November 25th, 2010 in Editorial and Events.After paying $87.50 a small New York company was granted the State trademark for the name “Daytona Beach Bike Weelk intends to take all legal actions to protect its rights on any businesses that produce T-shirts and other merchandise bearing the Daytona Beach Bike Week name without its approval. The Daytona Regional Chamber of Commerce, […]
US Government NTSB Pushing Again For Mandatory Helmet Use
Published by November 23rd, 2010 in Accessories, Editorial and Events.The NTSB – National Transportation Safety Board – hopes that all US States will have mandatory helmet laws. At this day 20 states have such laws. The NTSB points out the fact that there was 4,400 deaths nationwide for 2009 and says that a law requiring all riders to wear a helmet will reduce that […]
Soundcheck. Listen To Doobie Brothers’ Pat Simmons.
Published by November 22nd, 2010 in Builders, Editorial and Events.Pat Simmons, co-founder in 1970 of classic rock legends The Doobie Brothers, is a very familiar face, as is his wife Cris Sommer, in all major motorcycle rallies around the country. A true biker since the late 60’s, he is extremely knowledgeable about motorcycles, especially the pre WWII brands and models on which he works […]
1- Harley Davidson Taps 3 New Advertising Agencies. When last August Advertising Agency Carmichael Lynch fired its 30-year client, Harley-Davidson made a statement saying it was not going to initiate a search for a new creative shop but would continue to work with a number of roster shops. Mark-Hans Richer, Harley’s chief marketing officer commented […]
Triumph Motorcycles To Enter Indian Market
Published by November 18th, 2010 in Builders, Editorial, Events and Merchandise.For all motorcycle manufacturers India looks more and more like the new El Dorado. After Harley-Davidson and BMW, UK based Triumph Motorcycles’ officials confirmed that they want to enter the Indian market and the company to get its share of the second largest two wheeler market in the world. For all foreign manufacturers it’s a 10 […]
(Via Rogue, Sturgis Freedom Fighters Hall Of Famer) In June 2009 the city of Boston enacted an ordinance calling for a $300 fine if an EPA stamp, required for manufacturers to install on new motorcycles, is not “readily visible” to law enforcement officers on a running or parked motorcycle within the City Limits. It has […]
China Cheap Exports. US Versus China In A Rap Battle
Published by November 16th, 2010 in Editorial, Events and Videos.The US is accusing China to devaluate its money, or at least to not let it float, helping China products reach our shores at a very low price. China is accusing the US Federal Reserve’s plan to purchase $600 billion in bonds creating a US dollar devaluation and later igniting inflation. Although last week in Seoul countries members […]
A Visit To The National Motorcycle Museum Of Anamosa
Published by November 14th, 2010 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.Motorcycle museum fans in America have some wonderful choices. About half a dozen public motorcycle museums have great experiences to offer. But one, the National Motorcycle Museum in Anamosa, Iowa, is somewhat unique and now in a brand new, larger setting. It holds an amazing collection of over 300 motorcycles from over 100 years of […]
Five Killed In California Crash Involving 12 Motorcycles
Published by November 14th, 2010 in Editorial and Events.I usually don’t post about motorcycle accidents. They are all tragic and this one is particularly horrific. If I publish the circumstances it’s because it involves one car fleeing the scene of the accident and I hope that it may help find the driver of this car. Five people were killed and six others seriously […]
Harley-Davidson Forgoes $25 Million In Tax Incentives
Published by November 11th, 2010 in Builders, Editorial and Events.This Thursday evening spokesperson Bob Klein announced that Harley-Davidson has advised the Wisconsin Department of Commerce that it will not pursue the Enterprisee Zone Tax Credit of $25 million that the company could have earned during the next 9 years for keeping operations in Wisconsin. So, the immediate question is, why Harley would refuse the corporate welfare (free […]
1- Harley-Davidson Plant In India. As you all know, in 2011 Harley Davidson will assemble his motorcycles in India. All Harley Davidson bikes are presently imported. The company plans to setup an assembly line in Haryana, but until now didn’t disclose the models that will be assembled locally. Information leaked states that the Sportster models […]
Indian Versus Harley Motorcycles. The Great Rivalry Goes On.
Published by November 10th, 2010 in Builders, Editorial and Events.The rivalry between Indian and Harley is part of motorcycle history and lasted during most of last century’s twenties, thirsts and forties. What about putting again both brands in a race in America. It will happen again between May 12th and 14th 2011 with “The Great Indian Versus Harley Race” with planned rides through the […]
