Elio Motors announced it has begun work on its fifth generation prototype vehicle following a successful supplier summit meeting last week. The P5 will include Elio Motors’ recently unveiled 0.9 liter, 3-cylinder engine prototype and a manual transmission. Created in 2008 by Paul Elio, Elio Motors is targeting a launch date mid 2016 for a […]
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Elio Motors To Build Fifth Generation Prototype Of $6,800, 84 MPG Vehicle
Published by June 9th, 2015 in Builders, Editorial and Events.The 24th annual Motorcycle And Scooter Ride To work Day is June 15th. To encourage record-setting numbers of riders to participate spread the word by every means possible. In many parts of the country, particularly those with vibrant local economies, automotive ‘gridlock’ is rapidly becoming an unattractive fact of life. This is due to the […]
Actor Marlon Brando’s 1969 Harley FLH Is For Sale
Published by June 7th, 2015 in Builders, Editorial and Events.Although Marlon Brando as Johnny Strabler in the iconic movie “The Wild One” gave him a kind of biker image, he was not at all a gearhead as was fellow actor Steve McQueen. But he in 1970 (well after the “Wild One” was shot and well before he starred in “The Godfather”), he bought this […]
Las Vegas BikeFest. Artistry In Iron Master Builders Championship. October 1-4, 2015.
Published by June 7th, 2015 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.The roster for the 12th annual Artistry in Iron – Master Builders Championship – is now complete. The competition will be held during the 15th Annual Las Vegas BikeFest®, October 1-4, 2015. The annual invitation only competition will include 21 award winning builders. A limited number of builders are invited to participate annually. The 2013 […]
J&P Cycles Moving Its Headquarters And Operations. National Motorcycle Museum Remains In Anamosa, Iowa.
Published by June 6th, 2015 in Editorial and Events.J&P Cycles released information regarding how they will implement some big changes in an effort to make their customer service even better. The changes will, over time, impact the location of retail and warehousing operations currently in Anamosa. Plans call for the J&P Cycles warehouse to move to Louisville, Kentucky, the administrative offices to move […]
Victory Racing Breaks The 100mph Average Lap Speed Barrier On Its First TT Zero Practice Session (Update1)
Published by June 6th, 2015 in Builders, Editorial and Events.Victory Racing has successfully run its two electric bikes in the first practice session ahead of the TT Zero race. Six racers set out on the practice, but only three crossed the line with two of those being the Victory machines. Getting both bikes back across the line and breaking past 100mph laps on Victory’s […]
Racing And Setting Records On Old, Vintage And Antique motorcycles During The 75th Sturgis Rally
Published by June 5th, 2015 in Builders, Editorial and Events.20th Century Racing is a group of old motorcycle lovers aiming to preserve the magnificent history of early motorcycles racing by generating excitement, to educate current and future motorcycle enthusiasts from around the world through their antique motorcycle racing adventures. During the 75th Sturgis Motorcycle Rally, the 20th Century Racing team led by Brittney Olsen […]
You heard about 3D printing, a series of various processes used to make a three-dimensional object. A 3D printer is a type of industrial robot using additive processes to create successive layers of material. Objects created can be of almost any shape or geometry. Using 3D printing, someone already a car. And now a “functional” […]
Victory Motorcycles Reveal Final Prototype Pikes Peak Racer
Published by June 3rd, 2015 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.Victory Motorcycles, in partnership with Roland Sands Design and Cycle World, will race a new prototype engine at the Pike’s Peak International Hill Climb on June 28. The prototype racing motorcycle, named Project 156 for the 156 turns in the Pike’s Peak International Hill Climb, also known as the Race to the Clouds, will feature […]
Last Sunday, the custom motorcycle community lost Joe Palermo, one of the most creative bike builders and a dear friend to many among us. Although building bikes after hours alone in his modest personal garage of Edgewater, Florida, each year he was able to surprise us with a new very unusual project mixing pure art […]
J&P Cycles Open House Rally June 27-28, 2015. The Concert Line Up.
Published by June 3rd, 2015 in Editorial and Events.J&P Cycles is going to take the Open House Rally to the next level on Saturday night, June 27, with a free concert at the Jones County Fairgrounds, in Monticello, Iowa, featuring Cinderella’s Tom Keifer, The Voice of Ratt Stephen Pearcy, and former Warrant guitarist Billy Morris playing tribute to Jani Lane. Don Jamieson, co-host […]
William Shatner On Cross-Country Ride On “Rivet”
Published by June 2nd, 2015 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.William Shatner, the legendary Hollywood icon that captained the Starship Enterprise for over 30 years,, has teamed up with American Wrench to create the first-of-its-kind “Rivet” motorcycle. The bike, straight from the creative brain of Shatner alongside American Wrench owner/designer Kevin Sirotek, looks like a land jet and certainly unlike anything else. In conjunction with […]
Proposed EPA Renewable Fuel Standard Would Increase Ethanol Risks For Motorcycles & ATVs
Published by June 2nd, 2015 in Editorial, Events and Legal.(Source AMA) The Renewable Fuel Standard proposals announced yesterday by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency would increase the risk of misfueling for motorcyclists and all-terrain-vehicle owners by forcing the widespread availability of higher-ethanol fuel blends, such as E15, the American Motorcyclist Association reports. The EPA proposed setting the renewable fuel standard for 2014 at the […]
Seattle Cossacks Motorcycle Stunt & Drill Team To Perform At Sturgis Buffalo Chip
Published by June 2nd, 2015 in Editorial and Events.The beauty of the Seattle Cossacks performing precisely engineered aerobics atop magnificent two-wheeled machines will bring an air of grace and incredible excitement to the Sturgis Buffalo Chip’s CrossRoads this August. The Seattle Cossacks are well known for their daring stunts, balancing man upon man in impossible configurations all while riding vintage motorcycles. In sharp […]
H-D Museum Summer Exhibit Celebrates Motorcycle Legend Willie G. Davidson
Published by May 31st, 2015 in Editorial and Events.The Harley-Davidson Museum’s summer exhibit honors the life, career and legacy of motorcycle icon Willie G. Davidson. Willie G. Davidson: Artist, Designer, Leader, Legend, celebrates the artistry, influence and impact of a man whose designs have defined American motorcycles for generations. The exhibit opens June 13 and runs through Sept. 7, 2015. Willie pursued his love of art […]
AIMExpo Appoints Kevin Nixon As New Marketing Manager
Published by May 31st, 2015 in Editorial and Events.The American International Motorcycle Expo (AIMExpo) announced today the addition of motorcycle industry veteran Kevin Nixon to the growing AIMExpo team. Nixon will serve as the Marketing Manager for the powersports market’s largest show, which was recently named one of the fastest-growing trade shows in North America. He will be based out of the Marketplace Events […]
Breaking News. Boss Hoss Cycles Is For Sale.
Published by May 29th, 2015 in Builders, Editorial and Events.Carr, Riggs & Ingram “CRI” Transaction Advisors has been engaged to seek an acquirer for Boss Hoss Cycles, Inc. a motorcycle manufacturer founded in 1990. The company creates in a 22,000 square feet facility in Dyersburg, TN one-of-a-kind high performance motorcycles and trikes uniquely equipped with V8 engines. In 2014 Boss Hoss Cycles revenue was […]
Küryakyn Names Steve Veltri As Vice President Brand Management
Published by May 29th, 2015 in Editorial and Events.Küryakyn Holdings, LLC™, a leading manufacturer of aftermarket motorcycle parts and accessories, has formally announced the addition of industry veteran Steve Veltri as Vice President Brand Management. In this new role, Veltri will be responsible for leading brand strategy development and execution for Küryakyn, its Performance Division, Crusher™, and Bahn™, the new brand of precision-machined, […]
16th Annual Riding Into History™ Motorcycle Concours D’Elegance
Published by May 28th, 2015 in Builders, Editorial and Events.Riding into History™ (RIH) is a world class Vintage Motorcycle Concours d’Elegance held at the World Golf Village near St. Augustine, Florida. Held last weekend May 22-23, the 2015 Concours D’Elegance attracted about 350 antique and vintage motorcycles. Collectors from all over America bring their motorcycles to the show, and they are displayed around the […]
US Closes Probe Into Can-Am Spyder 3-Wheeler Motorcycles After Manufacturer Agrees To recall
Published by May 28th, 2015 in Builders and Events.U.S. safety regulators have closed an investigation of fires in Can-Am Spyder three-wheeled motorcycles after the manufacturer agreed to a recall, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration says. Bombardier Recreational Products agreed to recall nearly 5,200 Spyder RT motorcycles from the 2013 model year. It also agreed to re-notify owners of motorcycles from 2008 through […]
For The 1st Time, India Police To Use Customized Harley Davidson Street 750 Motorcycles
Published by May 27th, 2015 in Builders, Editorial and Events.The Harley Davidson dealer in Ahmedabad has delivered six customized Street 750 to the Gujarat, India Police Department. This is the first time that a police department in India use a Harley Street model. The motorcycles will be used primarily for quick response actions by the police department, including the escort of senior ministers and […]
Harley-Davidson World Ride June 27-28, 2015. Two Days. Millions of Miles.
Published by May 21st, 2015 in Builders, Editorial and Events.Just ride. It’s a simple idea that expresses the passion that unites motorcycle riders around the world, regardless of age, location, or brand. It’s also all anyone needs to do to join the thousands of Harley-Davidson® motorcycle riders and Harley Owners Group® members who are flexing their freedom and hitting the open road during the […]
U.S. Transportation Regulators To Crack Down On Novelty Motorcycle Helmets
Published by May 21st, 2015 in Editorial, Events and Legal.U.S. transportation regulators on Wednesday called for stronger rules for motorcycle helmets, proposing additional safety requirements in an effort to crack down on “novelty” helmets that do not meet federal standards. The Department of Transportation said such uncertified helmets are unsafe and do not protect riders in crashes despite being sold and marketed for use […]
5 Of The Best Of The 2015 Quail Motorcycle Gathering
Published by May 20th, 2015 in Builders, Editorial and Events.Last Saturday May 16, 2015 The Quail Motorcycle Gathering in Carmel, California was a chance to admire 400 of the world’s finest vintage, classic, and modern dern motorcycles motorcycles from both pre- and post-war eras. Motorcycles as Art celebrated with a fine lunch and offerings from local wineries and breweries. A selection of 5 of the […]
Three-Ring Circus On Steroids Coming This August To The Sturgis Buffalo Chip®
Published by May 20th, 2015 in Editorial and Events.Daring acrobats, death-defying stuntmen, fire-breathing women, theatrical performances and side-show oddities are all part of the spectacle guests of the Sturgis Buffalo Chip® will watch this August in a three-ring Circus. In ring number one the Air Sex Championships will merge real life with imaginary sex twice daily on the Buffalo Chip’s showcase stages. Comedian and […]
