Harley-Davidson Inc. (HOG) this Tuesday morning October 21, 2014 reported net income of $150.1 million in its third quarter. On a per-share basis, the Milwaukee-based company said it had profit of 69 cents versus 73 cents a share, a year ago. The results topped Wall Street expectations. The average estimate of analysts was for earnings […]
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Harley-Davidson Third Quarter Earnings Beat Expectations But Revenue Misses Forecast.
Published by October 21st, 2014 in Builders, Editorial and Events.The Reportedly Authentic Easy Rider Movie “Captain America” Chopper Sold For $1.3 Million At Auction
Published by October 20th, 2014 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.Michael Eisenberg, owner of the reportedly only original and authentic Captain America chopper still existing from the Pop Culture Easy Rider movie was auctioned this last weekend in Calabasas for US $1.3 million. The story of the “Captain America” bikes (at least 2 versions of the motorcycle have been used in the movie) is a […]
Seen At Daytona Biketoberfest (Part 2)
Published by October 18th, 2014 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.Before this fad dies (it’s already dying…), the type of ultra baggers flashing at you when you walk the different bike shows. Not at all my taste, but I am pretty certainthe builders and owners are very proud and happy.
2014 American International Motorcycle Expo Opens In Orlando With More Than 500 Exhibitors
Published by October 17th, 2014 in Editorial and Events.For its second edition, the American International Motorcycle Expo (AIMExpo) – October 16 to 19 -has reached the landmark 500-exhibitor mark with a 50-percent larger floor space inside the Orlando Orange County Convention Center. The expansion is highlighted by the inclusion of eight original equipment manufacturers (OEM), each of who will provide global and North […]
The New Las Vegas Harley-Davidson Dealership
Published by October 16th, 2014 in Editorial and Events.As announced last week, the new Las Vegas Harley dealership has opened on the famed Las Vegas Strip, steps away from the Welcome to Las Vegas sign at 5191 S. Las Vegas Boulevard. The new store will commemorate its grand opening with an all day celebration and custom motorcycle raffle on Saturday, Nov. 1. The s65,000-square-foot […]
2014 Biketoberfest. 3 Bike Shows At Bruce Rossmeyer’s Destination Daytona.
Published by October 15th, 2014 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.In addition to the bike shows I announced HERE last week, Bruce Rossmeyers’s Daytona is hosting 3 bike shows starting tomorrow Thursday October 16 (photography @H. Roesler of Covington Cycles custom bagger) Thursday – October 16. Full Throttle Magazine Ride-in Show. 9:00-11:00 am. Registration. Awards 1:00 pm Southern Biker Magazine – Ladies Ride-In. 2:00-4:00 pm Registration. Awards 5:00 pm Friday – […]
OCC Chopper To Be Raffled To Benefit Military Disappears. So Does OCC’s Client.
Published by October 15th, 2014 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.I had several times the opportunity to warn you about some motorcycle raffle events where nothing is raffled. Here is another example. Dave Goodwin Jr. from Amarillo, Texas, owner of “Goody’s World Famous Pop Corn”. commissioned Paul Teutul Senior to custom build a chopper with a theme incorporating his popcorn shop (!) and the military. […]
Motorcycling Celebrities At 2014 Orlando AIMExpo
Published by October 15th, 2014 in Builders, Editorial and Events.Check out who’s going to be at the 2014 Orlando AIMExpo. Autograph & photo opportunities… For Industry Trade & Media. Indoor Exhibits. Thursday, October 16 – 10am-6pm. Friday, October 17 – 9am-6pm. Saturday, October 18 – 9am-7pm. Sunday, October 19 – 9am-5pm. AIMExpo Outdoors. Thursday, October 16 – 10am-5pm. Friday, October 17 – 9am-5pm. Saturday, October […]
The annual october motorcycle rally in Daytona Beach gets underway this coming Thursday. Biketoberfest is a key tourist draw in the otherwise slow autumn season. Having attended all the previous editions, I have witnessed the event struggling to grow since 2008 in the face of national economic woes, changing demographics and other competing motorcycle events […]
2014 Orlando AIMExpo. Free Rockabilly Concert With “Stray Cats” Bassist Lee Rocker And Band Saturday October 18.
Published by October 14th, 2014 in Editorial and Events.The Ace Cafe, in conjunction with legendary powersports brands Bell Helmets, Kawasaki, Metzeler, AIMExpo, and MOTOTV, have jointly announced that “Stray Cats” bassist Lee Rocker and his band will perform a free concert on Saturday, October 18, just outside of the AIMExpo show floor at Orlando’s Orange County Convention Center (OCCC). As the doors close […]
2014 World Championship Of Bike Building. The Top Winners.
Published by October 13th, 2014 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.The 11th annual AMD World Championship Of Bike Building was held during the INTERMOT expo in Cologne, Germany (October 1- 5). There were 5 custom bike classes. The now traditional and internationally respected FreeStyle class, from which the 11th annual AMD World Champion Custom Bike Builderwas chosen, plus 4 other classes to recognize specific sectors […]
Can’t Get Financed By Harley-Davidson To Purchase One Of Their Bikes? Lease A Used One From Chrome Capital.
Published by October 11th, 2014 in Builders, Editorial and Events.A company named Chrome Capital of Naples, Florida is offering a new concept that Harley-Davidson’s Financial Unit doesn’t propose. If you don’t qualify for a loan on new Harley model, Chrome Capital will write you a lease on a used one. The company works with about 400 Harley dealers (but not with the Harley-Davidson company) […]
Harley Davidson Seeking Cut In India Import Duty For Better Pricing Of Its Motorcycles. Reduction in import duty on vehicles will open up the Indian market for several players and attract more foreign investment. And of course, Harley-Davidson is very interested in convincing India’s Prime Minister Narendra Modi to reduce these taxes and eliminate most […]
Bob Kay Joins AIMExpo As V-Twin Director. Will Lead Event’s Expansion Into Key Market Segment.
Published by October 10th, 2014 in Editorial and Events.The Marketplace Events Motorcycle Group, producers of the American International Motorcycle Expo (AIMExpo), today announced that Bob Kay has joined their team as V-Twin Director. Bob’s role will be to work closely with the V-Twin industry to develop AIMExpo’s offering for this important market segment beginning with their 2015 event. Bob is a well-known and […]
22nd Annual Daytona Biketoberfest. The Bike Shows.
Published by October 10th, 2014 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.Willie’s Tropical Tattoo. Old Time Chopper Show. Thursday October 16. 825 South Yonge Street in Ormond Beach. The show runs from 11 AM to 4 PM and there are beer, girls, bands, trophy’s and awards. More a Happening than a traditional bike show competition, a meeting place, a gathering of creative old school bikes built mostly […]
Intermot 2014. Custom Chrome Europe RevTech Engine Equipped Show Winners
Published by October 9th, 2014 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.During the Intermot Show in Cologne, Germany, there is more to see than the AMD World Championship Of Custom Building. A Custom Chrome Europe judges team walk the halls to look for custom motorcycles equipped with their RevTech engines and parts. FYI, more than 30.000 RevTech V-Twin engines (88, 100, 110, 115 and 125”) have […]
Harley-Davidson And “Sons of Anarchy” Fans Gear Up For The Final Ride. Will Hand Over The Keys To A 2015 Harley-Davidson Motorcycle.
Published by October 8th, 2014 in Builders, Editorial and Events.To celebrate Sons of Anarchy” (“SOA”) show’s finale, Harley-Davidson is offering one lucky fan a 2015 “SOA” customized motorcycle and a special viewing party at his hometown Harley-Davidson dealership hosted by stars of the show Kim Coates and Theo Rossi “The last seven seasons have been a hell of a ride,” said Dino Bernacchi, U.S. […]
Dave Perewitz Gives Responsibility Of His Shop To Daughter Jody. Now Focusing On Custom Painting.
Published by October 7th, 2014 in Editorial, Events and Painters.Dave Perewitz, nicknamed “King of Flames”, is going back to his roots and is now focusing all his time and efforts on what he loves and does best, custom paint design. His shop Cycle Fab is now managed by his daughter Jody who will assume the majority of the day to day management and other […]
2015 Zero Models Unveiled. All With Premium New Equipment.
Published by October 7th, 2014 in Builders and Events.New motorcycles travel up to 185 miles in the city and over 100 miles on the highway. Zero Motorcycles, the global leader in the electric motorcycle industry, announced its 2015 model line with premium new standard equipment including Showa suspension, Bosch anti-lock brake systems and Pirelli tires. The refinements are designed to transform the already […]
Stolen 1954 Harley Hydra-Glide Returned After 42 years
Published by October 5th, 2014 in Editorial and Events.This week, Customs and Border Protection Agents returned to Edgar Howard Johnson the motorcycle which was stolen in 1972 from his father, a police officer from North Carolina. The 1954 FL Harley-Davidson Hydra-Glide motorcycle was intercepted last month at the Los Angeles/Long Beach seaport where it was about to be shipped to Australia. “My dad […]
Postcards From Germany Intermot Fair (October 1-5). The Wild, The Weird And The Ugly.
Published by October 2nd, 2014 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.UBM Buys Advanstar Communications, The Parent Company Of Dealernews , Dealer Expo And Of The Progressive International Motorcycle Shows,
Published by October 2nd, 2014 in Editorial and Events.Advanstar Communications Inc. announced it will be acquired by UBM Plc for approximately US $972 million. The transaction is subject to approval by UBM shareholders and subject to regulatory and closing conditions, and is expected to close by year end. Advanstar is currently owned by an investor group that includes Anchorage Capital Group LLC, Veronis […]
METZELER Launches New Range Of Vintage And Classic Tires At Intermot Cologne Motorcycle Show
Published by October 1st, 2014 in Editorial, Events and Wheels.Yesterday, METZELER introduced the new SPORTEC™ Klassik tire at the International INTERMOT Show, which runs from October 1-5, in the city of Cologne, Germany. The SPORTEC™ Klassik is the new METZELER tire in the Classic segment for owners of motorcycles built since the 70s. In recent years we have witnessed a growing trend, the revival […]
Ducati Unveils The 2015 Scrambler. A 800 cc Retro Classic Motorcycle To Attract Young, New Riders And Women.
Published by October 1st, 2014 in Builders, Editorial and Events.At Intermot in Germany, after months of teasing previews on social media and at locations around the world, Italian manufacturer Ducati unveiled Tuesday its new for 2015 Scrambler motorcycle, an affordable update on a retro-classic design aimed at a new generation of riders, that will also appeal to those who remember Ducati’s first motorcycle built […]
Akrapovic Exhaust Soundtrack On European Victory Models
Published by September 30th, 2014 in Customs, Editorial, Events and Exhaust.During the huge Intermot Fair in Cologne, Germany this week Oct 1st to 5th (205,000 visitors expected with 1,020 companies from 37 countries showing their products), Victory Europe is going to introduce Akrapovic exhaust systems designed, developed and manufactured exclusively for Victory Motorcycles in Europe. Akrapovic is very well respected company known for its performance […]
