Difficult to believe that Daytona Biketoberest is back in less than 10 days (October 16-19). And of course at the cross roads of entertainment, the famous Broken Spoke Saloon in Ormond Beach (1151 North U.S. Highway 1.) Chief Entertainment Officer Jay Allen just announced his new line-ip of acts and festivities. Pick your days, your […]
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2010 Daytona Biketoberfest. Broken Spoke Ready.
Published by October 6th, 2010 in Editorial and Events.1- Billy Joel To Open A Motorcycle Store. The Piano Man is giving the last touches to the 20th Century Cycles, his soon-to-be-opened motorcycle store in Oyster Bay, Long Island, New York. In it, Billy’s fans will be able to buy motorcycles, parts, clothing, but no alcohol, the piano man being famous on Long Island for […]
Café Racer TV Series Coming To HD Theater
Published by October 4th, 2010 in Builders, Customs, Editorial, Events and Videos.If you think that Café Racers are some of the coolest motorcycles, there is a new 13-part series coming to your TV on Wednesday October 13, 2010 (could not choose a better date!) The show Café Racer will run at 9 p.m. (EST) on HD TV (A Discovery Company) and explores the history, development and worldwide […]
Mike From Kiwi Indian Caught On Camera Working On A Harley…
Published by October 4th, 2010 in Builders, Editorial and Events.Is it a scoop? Stage 15 of the Cannonball from Laughlin, NV to Victorville, CA. Mike Tomas from Kiwi Indian joined the Run as an observer riding alongside the participants on his own built board tracker.
Harley-Davidson Scoring High After Intensively Courting Women
Published by October 3rd, 2010 in Builders, Editorial and Events.In a market where new motorcycle registrations have fallen 41 percent since 2007 overall and 36 percent for Harley-Davidson and where the company’s production has sunk to 2001 levels, the company is looking for sources of growth and continues to increase its female-targeted marketing efforts to attract more would-be riders. Since 2008 model Marisa Miller […]
David Uhl Limited Edition Motorcycle Cannonball Paintings
Published by October 2nd, 2010 in Editorial, Events and Painters.You love so much the paintings that David Uhl did to reward the Cannonball Motorcycle Run participants that he decided to offer some limited edition of those shown here. He sent me the following words: “I am honored to say that I was part of the Motorcycle Cannonball Run being in Kittyhawk at the start and […]
Motorcycle Cannonball. An Incredible And Beautiful Journey Across The USA.
Published by October 1st, 2010 in Builders, Editorial and Events.Motorcycle Cannonball 2010, the ultimate motorcycle ride across America on pre-1916 motorcycles. A lot of videos have been shot to immortalize this amazing motorcycle event and its riders. I have a preference for this one shot by Cycle World because in less than 5 minutes it expresses very well the tenacity of all participants, their […]
Opening Of Harley-Davidson Lebanon
Published by October 1st, 2010 in Builders, Editorial and Events.A total of 800 Lebanese Harley-Davidson owners convinced the company to open a full service dealership in Beirut, Lebanon. As a matter of fact, Harley opened a 1st showroom 70 years ago with lots of up and downs due to political conflicts and war. Marwan Tarraf, the new dealership owner made a 2.5 million investment, […]
Cyril Huze Blog 4th Anniversary. Looking Back And Forward.
Published by September 30th, 2010 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.One of the earliest promises that I made 4 years ago when I launched the Cyril Huze Blog on September 30, 2006 was to offer an online place allowing publication on a whim, when the mood strikes, when the influential people talk, when a new custom motorcycle or part is released, etc. A digital place […]
California Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger Signs Bill Requiring EPA Label Exhaust Systems
Published by September 29th, 2010 in Customs, Editorial, Events and Exhaust.California Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger signed a Bill Tuesday that targets motorcyclists who remove federally mandated, factory-installed emission control devices and replace them with custom aftermarket parts. EPA states that the legislation is aimed at quieting the deafening roar of modified rides and at reducing emissions. The new law will make it a crime to operate […]
California Scooters Doing The Mexico Baja. Twice.
Published by September 29th, 2010 in Builders, Editorial and Events.When about 10 months ago I reported on the launch by California Scooter Co. of a new line of retro-modern style Scooters with a traditional motorcycle layout inspired by the Mustang, you all agreed with me that they looked pretty cool and that they offered a fun and affordable alternative and/or complementary mean of transportation. […]
All Charges Dismissed For Posting Video Recording Of Motorcycle Traffic Stop On YouTube
Published by September 28th, 2010 in Editorial, Events and Videos.On April 10, 2010 I posted an article and video about Anthony Graber Charged With felony For posting Traffic Stop Video On YouTube. He was speeding on I95, had a camera installed on his helmet, recorded a police officer pulling a gun on him as he was stopped, was briefly detained in jail, then was […]
Motorcycle Cannonball. Motorcycling Won.
Published by September 27th, 2010 in Builders, Editorial and Events.After 3294 miles on the road on pre-1916 motorcycles there are no written words to express the joy and pride of all the participants who arrived on the Santa Monica Pier this Sunday at 1 pm. A huge digital ovation from me and from all my readers.
Motorcycle Cannonball Update. Part 10. They Arrived.
Published by September 26th, 2010 in Builders, Editorial and Events.After having to go through 55 traffic lights while riding through Los Angeles, the first “Cannonballers” crossed the finish line on the Santa Monica Pier, CA at 1 pm Pacific Time this Sunday September 26, 2010. Full report coming soon…(picture Mike Tomas) Final Results At Arrival In Santa Monica After The Jump.
Harley-Davidson CEO Keith Wandell Answers To Critics.
Published by September 26th, 2010 in Builders, Editorial and Events.In an address last Thursday during a meeting at the Harley-Davidson Museum, CEO Keith Wandell said that through a succession of labor agreements over the years, Harley management had lost control of costs. As an example, he mentioned that employees at the Harley Menomonee Falls Plant were making an average $32 per hour in wages […]
New Motorcycle World Land Speed Record. 376.156 mph.
Published by September 26th, 2010 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.Bonneville Sal Flats, Utah. As of yesterday September 25th, 2010 Ack Attack is now the fastest motorcycle on the planet. Driver Rocky Robinson piloted his streamliner at a new world land speed record of 376.156 mph and Kilo record of 376.363. Ack Attack exit speed was an awesome 394 mph! The Bub 7 Streamliner (owner Denis […]
The oldest and largest motorcycle event just celebrated its 70th Anniversary and will probably go into history as one of the best biker parties in many years. That you participated or not in this year’s celebration I am pretty sure that there are many things you still don’t know about the Black Hills Rally. And […]
Motorcycle Cannonball Update. Part 9.
Published by September 24th, 2010 in Builders, Editorial and Events.At 2 stages from arrival on the Pier of Santa Monica, it’s time to give a special tribute to the only 2 women of the Cannonball. On the left, American Cris Sommer Simmons, riding “Effie” her beloved 1915 Harley-Davidson, (Class 3) And on the right German Katrin Boehner riding the oldest motorcycle of the Run, a 1907 […]
Harley-Davidson Drops 24% In Brand Value
Published by September 24th, 2010 in Builders, Editorial and Events.Interbrand just released its 11th annual ranking of the 100 Best Global Brands. The company uses a very respected methodology analyzing the many ways a brand touches and benefits an organization, from attracting top talent to delivering on customer expectation. Three key aspects contribute to a brand’s value; the financial performance of the branded products […]
Motorcycle Cannonball. Update 8.
Published by September 23rd, 2010 in Builders, Editorial and Events.Yesterday evening Wednesday September 22nd, riders arrived in Gallup, NM after 193 miles under pouring rain and 2 route changes because of unnanounced road work! All riders who started in the morning are accounted for. Since departure in North Carolina only 5 riders left the Endurance Run: Matt Olsen, Urban Hirsch, Bill Price, Drino Mille, […]
A call to all those who have been touched by the magic of the Bonneville Salts as a fan, or part of a pit crew, or as a racer who has competed and supported the land speed record trial events. Via a 501c3 non profit corporation with a 99 year lease, a building has been […]
Motorcycle Cannonball. Update 7.
Published by September 21st, 2010 in Builders, Editorial, Events and Videos.A video of David Thompson (#5) cranking his 1914 Indian Motorcycle Model C before taking the start of a new Cannonball stage. He spent months rebuilding it from spare parts. As of today, he ranks 29.
Custom Chrome Championship Of Bike Building At European Bike Week.
Published by September 21st, 2010 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.The European Bike Week at Lake Faak, South Austria located on the border of both Italia & Slovania, is by far the largest biker event and the last outdoor big party before cold weather hits Europe. As usual, the 2010 edition, September 3rd to 12th, started by a parade around the Lake that they call […]
Metzeler North America Launches Metzeler Maps Interactive Website
Published by September 21st, 2010 in Editorial, Events and Wheels.The new web site allows users to search, share and upload the best touring routes for motorcyclists, create a profile, save trips, maps, videos and photos and share adventures with other users who will be able to submit their own comments, reviews and suggestions. Metzeler Maps offers motorcycle enthusiasts the opportunity to search for new […]
Motorcycle Cannonball Update. Part 6.
Published by September 19th, 2010 in Builders, Editorial and Events.So, you think you are tough? Friday was rest day (huh) meaning laundry day, sore muscles healing with massages, and for all a full day spent working on their bikes.
Wisconsin State Gives Harley-Davidson Millions In Tax Credits
Published by September 19th, 2010 in Builders, Editorial and Events.It’s confirmed. While Wisconsin workers were debating their new seven-year labor agreement, Harley-Davidson had already secured a 25 million dollars tax credit to keep 2 of its plants in Wisconsin. The credits, spread out over nine years are linked to keeping jobs in the Milwaukee area and Tomahawk, along with capital investments by Harley and […]
