The 2015 edition (January 23-24) was motorcycle madness in and out with a new attendance record from visitors (thank you the weather), from vendors from all other Europe and a larger than ever representation of the American motorcycle industry, and of course more than 200 custom bikes representing all styles from Cafe Racers to Scramblers […]
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The Verona, Italy Motor Bike Expo Was Motorcycle Madness
Published by February 6th, 2015 in Builders, Customs and Events.AIMExpo Championship Of The Americas Custom Bike Show Announced For October 15-18, 2015
Published by February 6th, 2015 in Builders, Customs and Events.As pre-announced last December during an interview with AIMExpo V-Twin Director Bob Kay, the American International Motorcycle Expo (AIMExpo), the powersports industry’s largest combined trade and consumer show, will host the AIMExpo Championship of the Americas at the 2015 event, October 15-18 in Orlando, Florida. As an officially affiliated show to the AMD World Championship of […]
Chief Executive Officer and President of Harley-Davidson Keith E. Wandell To Retire May 1. 2015. Wendell, 65, has been CEO and President since May 1, 2009. Harley-Davidson, Inc. has named Matthew S. (Matt) Levatich, currently President and Chief Operating Officer of Harley-Davidson Motor Company, to succeed Keith Wandell as President and Chief Executive Officer of Harley-Davidson, […]
Freestyle Motocross Legend Carey Hart Will Be The Grand Marshall Of 2015 Sturgis Mayor Ride
Published by February 5th, 2015 in Editorial and Events.The City of Sturgis has named Carey Hart as the official Grand Marshall of the 13th Annual Sturgis City of Riders Mayor’s Ride at the 75th Annual Sturgis® Motorcycle Rally™. The annual Sturgis City of Riders Mayor’s Ride is on Monday, August 3th, 2015, and is a fundraiser for the Sturgis Volunteer Fire Department, Ambulance […]
Daytona Bike Week. True Grit. For The 1st Time, A Pre-70’s Motorcycles Gathering On March 8, 2015
Published by February 4th, 2015 in Builders, Editorial and Events.On March 8, 2015, a new and very interesting event the first Sunday of the 74th edition of Daytona Bike Week. Under the initiative of Warren Lane and with the participation of vintage motorcycle lovers and well known builders, Billy Lane, Bill Dodge and Dan Carr, owners of vintage motorcycles (it means pre-70’s models) will […]
Indian Motorcycle Is Launching The 2016 Indian Dark Horse With A Challenge To Ride Down Chicago Michigan Avenue On February 13, 2015.
Published by February 3rd, 2015 in Builders, Editorial and Events.Indian Motorcycle is inviting die-hard Chicago area riders to show their true colors, to sign up and suit up for the “Dark Horse Challenge Ride.” The roughly 5-mile ride through the heart of Chicago and down Michigan Avenue will take place on Friday, February 13 beginning at 4 p.m., celebrating the passion and spirit of the […]
Motorcycle Show Performed By The Border Security Force Of India
Published by February 3rd, 2015 in Editorial, Events and Videos.A highlight of the 65th Republic Day Celebrations, members of the Border Security Force demonstrate their motorcycle riding skills.
Harley-Davidson Special Summer Exhibit. Willie G. Davidson, Artist, Designer, Leader, Legend.
Published by January 31st, 2015 in Builders, Editorial and Events.The Harley-Davidson Museum is excited to announce its special summer exhibit for 2015, which will honor motorcycling’s legend behind the legends – Willie G. Davidson. The exhibit, titled Willie G. Davidson: Artist, Designer, Leader, Legend opens June 13 and runs through Sept. 7, 2015. Willie G. Davidson serves as Chief Styling Officer Emeritus and Brand […]
Bill Introduced To Study The Effect Of Ethanol Blends On Vehicles Powertrain
Published by January 30th, 2015 in Editorial and Events.Congressman James Sensenbrenner has once again introduced a bill that would call for the study of mid-level ethanol blends and their effect on internal combustion engines. The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) issued a waiver to the Clean Air Act that allowed for the sale of ethanol blends of up to 15 percent. The EPA never […]
Harley-Davidson Delivers Strong Full-Year 2014 Financial Performance. Retail Motorcycle Sales Grow Worldwide On Strength in International Markets
Published by January 29th, 2015 in Builders and Events.This morning Thursday January 29, 2015 Harley-Davidson Inc. posted a slightly lower quarterly net profit due largely to a strong U.S. dollar, though results were in line with expectations. The Milwaukee-based company reported net income of $74.5 million in the fourth quarter through Dec. 31, down just over 1 percent from $75.4 million a year earlier. […]
Polaris Missing Production Targets For Indian Scout, Victory Magnum And Slingshot. Back Orders Not Filled Before Second Quarter 2015.
Published by January 29th, 2015 in Builders, Editorial and Events.Last Tuesday morning, during a conference call following the announcement of Polaris 4th quarter financial results, Polaris Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Scott Wine acknowledged that the company missed its production targets for the new Indian Scout, the 2-tone Chiefs the Victory Magnum and the Slingshot although the factory was running at 100% for most […]
Polaris Industries is recalling 1,577 model year 2015 Slingshot motorcycles manufactured August 26, 2014, to December 16, 2014, and 2015 Slingshot SL motorcycles manufactured August 18, 2014, to December 15, 2014. The recalled motorcycles may be equipped with roll hoops that do not meet hardness specifications. If the roll hoops do not meet strength specifications, […]
Verona Motor Bike Expo January 23-25. The Winners Of The Custom Chrome International Bike Show Series.
Published by January 28th, 2015 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.Verona, Italy. The city of the play “Romeo and Juliet”, the tragic love story written by William Shakespeare with the famous balcony scene (see picture) where Romeo and Juliet agree to be married. And the city where each January, during 3 days, the international custom world, from manufacturers to custom builders to aftermarket parts vendors […]
Breaking News. Kendon Industries Motorcycle Stand-Up Trailers And Lifts Under New Ownership
Published by January 28th, 2015 in Builders, Editorial and Events.Kendon Industries, Inc., the originator of the Stand-Up™ trailer concept and recognized as the industry leader in its category, received new private equity ownership and I hear plenty of new products are in the works. “Kendon is pleased to announce that it has established a funding source,” says Frank Esposito who remains as company president, […]
Sturgis Mayor Answers His Critics About Signing A 75-Year Agreement To Make Harley-Davidson The Official Brand Of The Rally
Published by January 27th, 2015 in Builders, Editorial and Events.Here in this website and on social media, many have expressed their disagreement with the city of Sturgis signing a deal with corporate Harley-Davidson to make Harley the official brand of the rally for the next 75 years. Sturgis Mark Carstensen replies to the critics in an article published today by Deb Holland in the […]
Polaris Reports Record 2014 Fourth Quarter and Full Year Results
Published by January 27th, 2015 in Builders, Editorial and Events.Fourth Quarter EPS Increased 27% on Sales Growth of 18%; Full Year 2014 EPS from continuing operations Increased 23% on Sales Growth of 19%. Fourth Quarter Highlights: Net income increased 25% to $135.4 million, or $1.98 per diluted share, with sales increasing 18% to $1,275.0 million, both fourth quarter records. Off-Road Vehicle sales increased 19%, […]
Jerry Lee Lewis’s 1959 Harley-Davidson Sold For $385,000 At Florida Mecum Auction
Published by January 25th, 2015 in Builders, Editorial and Events.Jerry Lee Lewis, the legendary rock-n-roller, was present this Saturday January 24, 2015 at the Mecum Kissimee Florida auction to sell his 1959 FLH Harley-Davidson. The 2 big selling points were that it belongs to Jerry Lee Lewis – not that it had belong to him – and the fact that it is in a […]
A 2016 Indian Chief Dark Horse? An Indian Springfield Trademark?
Published by January 24th, 2015 in Builders, Editorial and Events.The California Environmental Protection Agency Air Resources Board (California ARB) is a good source of information for those looking to find out in advance the new models that motorcycle manufacturers will release a few months down the road. It looks like the “Chief Dark Horse” may join the Classic, Vintage, Chieftain and Roadmaster Chiefs for […]
The Las Vegas BikeFest Team Will Produce The 2015 Hollister Motorcycle Rally And Beyond
Published by January 24th, 2015 in Editorial and Events.From a PR. The Hollister Downtown Association of Hollister, California has selected ConvExx to produce the iconic Hollister Motorcycle Rally starting in 2015. Known as the “Birthplace of the American Biker” the Hollister Motorcycle Rally has been around for over 70 years. ConvExx is an event production company based in Las Vegas with over 40 […]
Azzkikr Custom Baggers Entering The Victory Market With New Custom Parts
Published by January 23rd, 2015 in Builders, Chassis, Customs, Editorial and Events.After working since its creation on the custom Harley market (bikes and parts), Phoenix shop Azzkikr Custom Cycle is now entering the custom Victory market with a new venture called Victory Lane. “We are adding new custom parts all the time and hope to establish ourselves in the Victory market like we have in the […]
Victory Motorcycles Steps Into The Performance World Of NHRA Pro Stock Motorcycle Drag Racing With The creation Of Victory Factory Racing.
Published by January 23rd, 2015 in Builders, Editorial and Events.Victory Motorcycles is taking a bold step into the performance world and partners with Matt Smith to create NHRA Pro Stock Factory Effort. The Victory riding team will be World Champion Matt Smith and his wife.co-rider Angie. Victory intends to compete at the pinnacle of the sport and anticipates a strong and professional effort with […]
Elio Motors To Introduce New Engine Built From The Ground Up On February 6, 2015
Published by January 21st, 2015 in Builders, Editorial, Engines and Events.The Elio. One door, 2 seats, 3 wheels, 84 mpg, made in the USA with a $6800 price tag. And now, Elio founder and CEO Paul Elio is about to announce on February 6, 2015 what he believes is the first start-up vehicle manufacturer to develop its own internal combustion engine since Nash Motors in […]
Many bikers have been victims of motorcycling profiling. AMA summarizes the issue by saying that “motorcyclists are frequently stopped by police as they travel simply because they ride a motorcycle or are wearing motorcycle riding apparel. Often these pretext stops are accompanied with the explanation that a traffic infraction has occurred, which is not always […]
Polaris To Manufacture Electric Motorcycles Second Half Of 2015
Published by January 20th, 2015 in Builders, Editorial and Events.No surprise. Later in 2015 Polaris will debut the manufacturing of electric motorcycles at its Spirit Lake, Iowa plant. the one where Indian and Victory motorcycles are also produced. The factory counts about 1000 employees. This news follows last week announcement that Polaris acquired the assets, trademarks of Oregon-based Brammo Electric Motorcycles. No word yet […]
Orlando Ace Café To Open This Summer. There are currently 3 Ace Café locations, including the original that opened in London in 1938. The Orlando location will be the first in the United States. The flagship London location draws thousands of people to motorcycles and cars shows and other events every week, and the Orlando […]
Bipartisan Senate Bill Would Ban Federal Funding for Motorcycle-Only Checkpoints
Published by January 17th, 2015 in Editorial, Events and Legal.Specifically, the “Stop Motorcycle Checkpoint Funding Act” would restrict the Secretary of Transportation from granting funds to any government entity for a program to check helmet use or to create checkpoints for an operator of a motorcycle or a passenger on a motorcycle. The American Motorcyclist Association and the Motorcycle Riders Foundation fully support the […]
