The Sturgis rally is about to start (officially August 4-10) and when it’s over many of you are going to head to Milwaukee to celebrate Harley 105th Anniversary (from August 17 to 27). What a month! Painter David Uhl who is writing motorcycle history with his brushes just released “An august To Remember” featuring an old […]
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From Sturgis To Milwaukee. An August To Remember.
Published by July 27th, 2008 in Editorial, Events and Painters.Shell Celebrates Harley-Davidson’s 105th Anniversary
Published by July 25th, 2008 in Editorial and Events.Something else to do when you are in Milwaukee. To kick off the festivities, one of NASCAR’s top drivers, Clint Bowyer — a Harley owner and driver of the No. 07 Jack-Daniels Chevrolet in the Sprint Series — will be at the Shell Racing Experience at Veteran’s Park on Thursday, August 28 from 11:00 a.m. […]
Former Indian Motorcycle CEO Rey Sotelo Arrested
Published by July 23rd, 2008 in Editorial and Events.Former Indian Motorcycle CEO Rey Sotelo, was arrested June 15 by state and federal agents on suspicion of racketeering and conspiracy of trafficking stolen parts, loan-sharking, and doing business with outlaw motorcycle clubs. Rey Sotelo retired from the business six years ago, but federal prosecutors accused the Gilroy man last week of helping a central […]
Delivering an exclusive design combo of the nostalgic Springer front end and a wide 240 mm rear tire and fender, Harley-Davidson Custom Vehicle Operations (CVO) rolls out a the 2009 CVO Softail Springer. Based on a totally unique frame design with wide, fully polished and chrome-plated swing arm, fully polished chrome cast aluminum oil tank […]
New 2009 Harley-Davidson Sportster Nightster
Published by July 23rd, 2008 in Builders, Editorial and Events.When it debuted in 1957, the original Sportster projected a tough and rebellious attitude that was born on the gritty dirt tracks and drag strips of that era. With its 2009 Sportster line. Harley-Davidson tries to keep this spirit alive in every new model, especially with the retro look of the Nightster. Harley takes it […]
New 2009 Harley-Davidson 3-Wheeler Called Tri Glide Ultra Classic
Published by July 23rd, 2008 in Builders, Editorial and Events.With the help of baby-boomers, trikes being back since 3 years on the custom bike scene, Harley-Davidson noticed and in 2009 brings to its line a three-wheeler called The Tri Glide Ultra Classic. It is based on a new chassis and offers the classic styling and popular touring features of the Harley-Davidson Ultra Classic Electra Glide in […]
The 2009 VRSCF V-Rod Muscle has, as Harley-Davidson states it, a “broad-shouldered presence” with gaping air scoops, sweeping side-pipe exhaust and a big 240 mm rear tire spinning under a new rear fender. The combination stop/tail/turn LED light is tucked under the edge of the rear fender, and the side-mount license plate leaves the fender […]
New 2009 Harley-Davidson Dyna Street Bob
Published by July 23rd, 2008 in Builders, Editorial and Events.As you can see it has been restyled to enhance its “bobber” and “raw-boned” street performance look. More blacked-out features, a lower profile front fender, a higher chopped rear fender topped with a curved retro LED light, new laced wheels with gloss black rims, a re-designed solo seat, a silver-face speedometer with fuel range read-out, […]
All-New Frame For The 2009 Harley-Davidson Touring Family
Published by July 23rd, 2008 in Builders, Editorial and Events.A new chassis designed to deliver enhanced handling, increased capacity and greater comfort for rider and passenger underpins the five model Harley-Davidson® Touring family for 2009. Incorporating an all-new frame, swingarm, engine mounting system, wheels and tires, the new chassis forms the foundation for the new motorcycles. The key styling elements of these motorcycles, however, […]
All My Readers Invited To Klock Werks Party In South Dakota
Published by July 23rd, 2008 in Builders, Editorial and Events.The article “If this was Sturgis main street. Would you still come?” written by Chris Callen got a lot of positive reactions including one posted by Klock Werks Kustom Cycles in South Dakota. Read it, and join the crew for a party with them on July 31st (their 3rd annual) when you are on your […]
Best Of Show Winner At LA Calendar Bike Show
Published by July 21st, 2008 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.The 17th annual Los Angeles Calendar Motorcycle Show Weekend presented by Performance Machine, returned to the Queen Mary Event Park in Long Beach on July 12-13th, 2008. Best of Show winner is Jim Giuffra (center in yellow shirt) from AFT Customs, Martell, CA, seen here collecting his trophy, a check for $3,000 cash and some […]
5 Dollars Got Him A Bobber. 5 Dollars Can Get You This Panhead.
Published by July 20th, 2008 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.A 5 dollars ticket. That’s all it took for Jim Peters of Medford, New Jersey, to win the beautiful 2007 Custom Bobber (left pic), custom built by J&P Cycles and painted by Chad Renken of Def Air Custom Paint in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. Peters purchased the one raffle ticket benefiting the National Motorcycle Museum in […]
Limited Edition Duo Glide Replica To Be Auctioned At Sturgis Annual Legend Ride.
Published by July 18th, 2008 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.To celebrate the 50th Anniversary of the Duo glide, a limited edition Duo Glide Replica called “Destination Duo™” presented by Bruce Rossmeyer’s Destination Daytona and built by Sucker Punch Sally’s will be auctioned off during the First Annual Legends Ride, Celebrity-Charity Event Sturgis 2008. A total of 50 “Destination Duo” will be built and will […]
Harley-Davidson’s Net Falls 23% As Economic Conditions Hamper Sales
Published by July 18th, 2008 in Editorial and Events.Not surprisingly, Harley-Davidson Inc continues to struggle with the weak U.S. economy. Its second-quarter profits fell 23% amid a steep drop in domestic sales. Shipments of motorcycles didn’t fall as much as the company had forecast in the spring, however, and results were better than Wall Street analysts had expected. Harley said second-quarter net income […]
Complete 2009 Indian Chief Lineup & Accessories In Sturgis
Published by July 17th, 2008 in Builders, Editorial and Events.As I told you since April, the 2009 Indian Chief lineup will be on display in the Black Hills at the 68th Anniversary of the Sturgis Motorcycle Rally. The line includes 4 models: Chief Standard, Deluxe, Roadmaster and Vintage, each with several color/leather/accessories options. Event staff will be present to answer questions about the bikes […]
I would not do my job if I would not remind you that every year the 3rd Wednesday in July is “Ride To Work Day”. So, it’s today July 16. How many bikers know about it? And how many cagers know? And they should. Today, I have to test ride a client’s restored Knucklehead 39. Will I […]
Malcolm Smith Joins Brenda Fox For Sturgis Breast Cancer Ride
Published by July 15th, 2008 in Editorial and Events.Hall of Fame, Motorcycle Icon Malcolm Smith from the legendary film “On Any Sunday” joins motorcyclist journalist Brenda Fox in leading the Sturgis Breast Cancer Ride. Malcolm Smith, one of the most multi-faceted competitors ever to take to the dirt wowed fans for over three decades with numerous trips to the victory podium. His racing […]
Indian Motorcycle Launches Iconic American Brands
Published by July 15th, 2008 in Accessories, Builders, Editorial and Events.Not a surprise. In order to offer its riders (and non riders looking for the cool factor) Indian Motorcycle just launched “Iconic American Brands, Inc.” to develop high-performance riding clothes and premium sportswear under the Indian brand. The first collection should be on sale at Indian dealerships and select department and specialty stores in the fall of […]
Cycle Source Custom Show Moving To The Mountains
Published by July 15th, 2008 in Editorial and Events.Cycle Source Magazine annual custom chopper show that has been held in Pittsburgh for seven years, has now found a new home in Morgantown, West Virginia during their annual Mountain Fest Rally. This previously annual event that attracted 10,000 local riders for a 1-day show promises to have much of the same killer bikes and […]
All Pro-One Performance CNC Machine Shop Being Auctioned Off
Published by July 14th, 2008 in Editorial and Events.The board of directors of Pro-One Performace has decided to auction off what seems to be their entire modern machine shop equipment. It includes CNC machine centers, CNC turning centers, Vertical mills, Lathes, Horizontal and Vertical bands saws, welding and polishing equipment, etc. The auction will happen July 30 at 10.30 AM at Pro-One Performance […]
If This Was Surgis Main Street. Would you Still Come?
Published by July 14th, 2008 in Editorial and Events.Another beautiful text with intelligent thoughts written by Chris Callen, Editor of Cycle Source Magazine. His words are a beautiful gift to all true Bikers. (picture Sara Liberte) “Cyril, I am writing to you after reading another article where people are talking about how “BAD” Sturgis will be this year. After the pile of magazines and […]
Chain Cutting At Harley-Davidson Museum
Published by July 14th, 2008 in Builders, Editorial and Events.So, it happened last Saturday. The new Harley-Davidson Museum in Milwaukee’s Menomonee Valley opened with a ribbon cutting, the ribbon being a chain. . .“Inside is a treasure chest. If you like Harleys you’re going to go absolutely nuts,” Harley-Davidson founder’s grandson Willie Davidson said. “It’s for riders, anybody interested in our brand. It belongs […]
July 12th. Harley-Davidson Museum Is Open To The Public.
Published by July 12th, 2008 in Editorial and Events.Next time you are in Milwaukee you are going to visit it. Me too. Because if I am in this business, it’s first because I fell in love with a Harley and the intense desire I got to ride it. I don’t belong to the category of those stating “Fxxk The Factory”. Will never, although […]
Free Gas At The Sturgis Broken Spoke Campground
Published by July 12th, 2008 in Editorial and Events.Ok, not for everybody. Starting today if you are one of the next 200 reservations at the Sturgis Broken Spoke Campground you will receive a $20 gas gift card (per tent site and RV spot), redeemable at Big D Oil Stations across South Dakota. And if you reserve a cabin at the Broken Spoke, you […]
Important Sturgis Builders Breakfast Update
Published by July 11th, 2008 in Builders, Customs and Events.As the opposite of what some have stated, the 3rd annual Sturgis Builders Breakfast is not cancelled, but modified from its normal routine to attract more attendees in a challenging economy. We realized that most people participating this year to the Rally are doing so by tightening their belts. Many wished to participate to the […]
Breaking News. Harley-Davidson Acquires 100% Of Italian MV Agusta
Published by July 11th, 2008 in Builders, Editorial and Events.On June 5th, I published an article advising you that Harley-Davidson was in advanced talks to buy Italian manufacturer MV Agusta (see original article HERE). Many of you were skeptical, but I knew that my sources were very reliable. Now it’s official. Harley-Davidson bought all MV Agusta Group shares for a total consideration of approximately […]
