Harley-Davidson Inc. (HOG) shares lost about a quarter of their value in June, victim again of waning consumer confidence. The Milwaukee motorcycle company’s stock has slid 25% to $21.49 over the past month, hurt by poor demand for high-end leisure items and a shaky economic climate, making it one of the worst performers on the […]
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2010 LA Calendar Show. Custom Motorcycles And Kittens To Rock The Scene.
Published by July 2nd, 2010 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.Always the 3rd weekend of July, the 19th edition of the LA Calendar Show is coming on July 18th at the Queen Mary Park of Long Beach, CA. Fashion and motorsports photographer, event producer Jim Gianatsis has a passion for high performance, an ear for talent, and an eye for beauty. Every year he manages […]
Malcolm Smith Grand Marshal For AMA Vintage Motorcycle Days July 9-11
Published by July 1st, 2010 in Builders, Editorial and Events.In recognition of Malcolm Smith’s contributions to the success of Husqvarna, the AMA and Husqvarna Motorcycles North America will honor Smith as Grand Marshal at the 19th annual AMA Vintage Motorcycle Days. Malcolm Smith is synonymous with everything positive about motorcycling — fun, sportsmanship, and excitement.
EPA Updating Motorcycle Exhaust Noise Emission Standards
Published by June 30th, 2010 in Customs, Editorial, Events and Exhaust.The Motorcycle Riders Foundation (MRF) has learned that the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is updating the regulation that governs all motorcycle noise emissions. The EPA has sent a letter to various private companies located in the USA, that import or build motorcycle exhausts intended for use in the USA, asking the companies to disclose […]
American Chopper. New TV Show “Paul Teutul Senior vs. Junior” Debuts August 12th
Published by June 30th, 2010 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.While litigation is still going on between Paul Teutul Sr and his son, and although they no more talk to each other, both will be back together in a new TV show called “Paul Senior Versus Paul Junior” on August 12th on TLC. So, how is it possible? Separate film crews not exchanging any information […]
New Round Of Layoffs At Big Dog Motorcycles
Published by June 29th, 2010 in Builders, Editorial and Events.Last Friday, new series of layoffs at Big Dog Motorcycles, it seems to be the 8th. Although the new number is not yet known, among key collaborators let go are John Brock (since 2003 Vice President Of Operations), Anne Dixon (Customer Service Manager) and Wayne Hanson (since 2006 Customer Support Manager.) The Big Dog Motorcycles […]
Hoka Hey Challenge. Two Bikers Arrive Together In Homer, Alaska. Are They The Winners?
Published by June 28th, 2010 in Editorial and Events.This early Monday morning June 28, 2010 (4.20 am local time), and much sooner than expected, Frank Kelly from South Carolina and Will Barclay from Highland Beach, Florida, rode together under the finish banner of the Hoka Hey Challenge in Homer, Alaska. The 2 riders didn’t know each other until they met at the last […]
Harley-Davidson CEO Keith Wandell To Ride For The 1st Time To Sturgis Bike Week.
Published by June 27th, 2010 in Builders, Editorial and Events.Harley-Davidson CEO Keith Wandell, contrary to most of his predecessors who had a motorcycle background because promoted from inside the company, was criticized for not being a biker with the innuendo that he could not fully understand his clients. Well, on Thursday August 6 he will stradle one of the company touring models to be […]
Fast Motorcycle Industry news.
Published by June 25th, 2010 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.Polaris opened its first dealership in Beijing, China, and plans to open more. Its Ranger and Sportsman models made their first high-profile appearance to Chinese consumers at the Beijing auto show in April. Polaris partnered with Beijing United Automobile Motorcycle Manufacturing Co, a subsidiary of Beijing Automotive Industry Holding Co, to establish 5 retailers in China […]
Death Of Bill “Sputnik” Strain, One Of The Greatest Motorcycle Rights Activists.
Published by June 24th, 2010 in Editorial and Events.“The Texas Motorcycle Rights Association is sad to announce that our great Leader, Sputnik, passed away suddenly at approximately 5:00 AM this morning. I woke up at 5:45AM to find him on the living floor at the state office. It appeared that he crossed over quickly and did not suffer, from a massive heart attack. […]
Hoka Hey Motorcycle Challenge. A Possible 7000 Miles Long Scam?
Published by June 24th, 2010 in Editorial and Events.It all started before the 1st of the 7000 miles was ridden Sunday morning in Key West, Florida. Some reported that potential participants, before or after paying their $1000 fee to get a chance to belong to the long distance challenge, decided to withdraw after they realized that that organizer Big Jim (Jim Red Cloud, Jim Durham) […]
Bob Dylan To Perform At Sturgis Buffalo Chip On August 10
Published by June 23rd, 2010 in Editorial and Events.Bob Dylan and his Band will perform throughout the western United States in August and will make a stop in Sturgis August 10. “Having Bob Dylan play at the Chip is a dream come true,” explains Buffalo Chip owner, Rod Woodruff. “His musical contributions are unmatched. He is truly a legend and we’re thrilled to […]
Soon An All American Sport Tourer?
Published by June 22nd, 2010 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.Is it a good time to launch a new motorcycle manufacturing company? Is there a market for an a new All American Sport Tourer? Partners Lee Conn (Health Care Industry background) and Brian Case (former developer and designer of the Confederate Wraith) believe so. In 2008 they incorporated Motus Motorcycles (motus means motion in Latin) and polled bikers […]
Ozzy Osbourne To Join ZZ Top, Motley Crue, The Doobie Brothers And The Scorpions At Sturgis Buffalo Chip Biker Music Festival
Published by June 22nd, 2010 in Editorial and Events.Ozzy Osbourne will cap off the Summer’s Biker Music Festival at the legendary Buffalo Chip. One of heavy metal music’s original trailblazers, Ozzy Osbourne pioneered the sentiment that it’s ok to think dark thoughts. He originally rose to prominence as lead vocalist of the cutting-edge British heavy metal band Black Sabbath in the 1970’s, and […]
2010 Hollister Independence Rally. It Will Happen At Corbin’s.
Published by June 22nd, 2010 in Editorial and Events.In 2009 the Hollister City Council canceled the popular Hollister Independence Rally over concerns on the potential cost to the city. Unfazed, bikers still came in big numbers. For 2010, the city renewed its decision to cancel the rally, but for sure bikers will continue to ride to Hollister with Corbin’s Headquarters being the final destination […]
Hoka Hey Motorcycle Challenge. They Left Key West This Morning For A 7000 Mile Grueling Ride.
Published by June 20th, 2010 in Editorial and Events.About 1000 riders left Key West, Florida this Sunday morning June 20, 2010, for the challenge (another one) of their lifetime, a 7000-mile trip to Homer, Alaska. The Hoka Hey Motorcycle Challenge is about endurance, grit and determination. Each rider set his or her own schedule, while driving within the posted speed limits on all […]
Horse Smoke Out Event Chop Off Bike
Published by June 19th, 2010 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.The Smoke Out XI is this year a weekly event starting this weekend in santa Rosa, New Mexico and ending June 25/26 in Rockigham, North Carolina. The long road will stop by in Oklahoma where Bryan from Brass balls Bobbers will join the party on this chop that he built for himself with Tim’s help. […]
Exclusive. S&S Launching the KN-Kone Engine. Vintage Vibe With Modern Muscle And Reliability.
Published by June 18th, 2010 in Builders, Customs, Editorial, Engines and Events.In July 2007, I was the first to inform you of the acquisition by S&S Cycle of Flathead Power, a Swedish Company that moved to Louisiana to service classic/vintage engine lines and components dating back to 1936. It was a perfect complement for the S&S brand and products line. Since 2008 the acquisition of Flathead Power’s […]
Myrtle Beach Rally. Will the South Carolina Supreme Court’s ruling overturning the Myrtle Beach’s helmet law be enough to have bikers return in greater numbers next year? Some local businesses are optimistic for a motorcycle rally rebirth in 2011. Harley-Davidson of North Myrtle Beach is already betting on it and has already chosen the dates […]
Got A Vintage Indian Motorcycle To show Off?
Published by June 18th, 2010 in Builders, Editorial and Events.Indian Motorcycle Co. will be in Sturgis and would love to have your vintage motorcycle on display. They have a VIP space downtown Sturgis to exhibit your Springfield era motorcycle. The proof again and again of the irresistable appeal of Classic Indians… To reserve your spot, just email pictures to Erin Tracy etracy@indianmotorcycle.com.
Harley-Davidson Experimenting With New Motorcycle Manufacturing Methods
Published by June 18th, 2010 in Builders, Editorial and Events.The Harley-Davidson trike manufacturing line and a frame welding operation are used by Harley-Davidson as pilots for testing new work structures. The goal is to produce the best possible quality motorcycles with the least amount of waste of any kind, time, energy and money. The systems are an empowerment movement of the workforce to find better […]
On July 1st, 2010 Custom Chrome is going to open a new South America sales office located in Manzanillo, Mexico. California based Custom chrome has already an international presence with Custom Chrome Europe, Custom Chrome Japan and six satellite sales offices around the world including Australia. The new office will be headed by Manuel Moreno […]
Silent Speed. World’s Fastest Production Electric Motorcycle. 150 MPH.
Published by June 16th, 2010 in Builders, Editorial and Events.Last year, I introduced you to this electric motorcycle prototype. Now that it has been clocked at 150 mph on the Bonneville Salts, the company behind it, Mission Motors in san Francisco, is selling it in limited number for a MSRP price of $68,995. Like most of you, I am not a fanatic of the […]
Man Moons And Throws Puppy At Hells Angels Bikers
Published by June 16th, 2010 in Editorial and Events.A young man in Bavaria who reportedly forgot to take his medication taunted a group of Hells Angels at their clubhouse over the weekend by dropping his pants, throwing a puppy at the bikers, and then making his getaway in a stolen front loader. The 26-year-old drove onto the biker clubhouse grounds on Sunday afternoon […]
Ride To Work Day Announced For June 21st, 2010
Published by June 16th, 2010 in Editorial and Events.Ride your motorcycle or scooter on this day to demonstrate the number of motorcyclists to the general public and to politicians, the diversity of those riding them, and that it can reduce traffic and parking congestion in big cities.
Harley-Davidson Dealer Settles Sex Discrimination Lawsuit
Published by June 15th, 2010 in Builders, Editorial and Events.Despite a 1964 US Federal law prohibiting sex discrimination, breaking into jobs in non-traditional fields, like being a Harley-Davidson mechanic, seems to continue to be a challenge for many women. A lawsuit brought by Bowen Dean alleged that The Dudley Perkins Company, a Harley-davidson dealer in San Francisco since 1914, denied her a job as […]
