Billy Lane being eligible for work release, is now allowed to work at paid employment in the community during the last months of his 6-year confinement. So, since a couple of days, Billy is back at working on motorcycles at a newly opened shop in Orlando called Global Motor Werks. Billy Lane must return to the […]
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Published by August 8th, 2013 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.Sturgis Tunnel Of Fire Guinness World Record Attempt Goes Bad.
Published by August 8th, 2013 in Editorial and Events.Daredevil Clint Erwing prepared for this extreme stunt during 1 year. Yesterday August 7th was the day he attempted to ride his Yamaha through a tunnel of fire 362.5-feet long, more than the length of a football field, a world record if achieved. CMT “Special Bike Week” was present to shoot the event organized as […]
Country Star Toby Keith Partners With Custom Builder Dar Holdsworth In Brass Balls Cycles
Published by August 8th, 2013 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.Tuesday evening evening Dar Holdsworth invited a few friends of the industry to meet with Toby Keith for an official announcement that they just partnered in his Oklahoma City-based shop Brass Balls Cycles. A longtime motorcycling enthusiast (as depicted in his “American Ride” video), Keith met Holdsworth through the Pros 4 Vets organization when he […]
Sturgis 5th Annual Biker Belles Event
Published by August 8th, 2013 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.The Biker Belles event, known as the preeminent celebration of women in motorcycling, is all about sharing stories, riding together (men are welcome) and raising money to benefit helping both women-related causes, Horsepower and the Sturgis Motorcycle Museum and Hall of Fame. On Tuesday August 6th, the event started by a special catered reception, a […]
It is considered the unofficial start to the Sturgis Rally. On Monday August 5th, the celebrity charity event gave 400 rally-goers paying to charity $150 per motorcycle (number of participants is limited) the chance to ride alongside such celebrities as Dee Snyder of heavy metal band Twister Sister, Arlen Ness, Corey Ness, Zach Ness, Jim […]
Ton-Up Exhibition. Speed, Style And Cafe Racer Culture Exhibition At The Sturgis Buffalo Chip
Published by August 6th, 2013 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.An exhibition focusing on the origins of the Cafe Racer movement is certain to draw huge crowds. Especially it is organized by internationally renown photographer Michael Lichter. Mike’s 2013 Sturgis Buffalo Chip exhibition to celebrate motorcycles as art is called “Ton Up – Speed, Style and Cafe Racer Culture.” Co-curators Michael Lichter and historian Paul d’Orléans have […]
Hamsters USA Raise $221,504 For Special Kids At Children’s Care In Rapid City, South Dakota
Published by August 6th, 2013 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.Proving again that bikers have big hearts for kids, the international motorcycle group Hamsters USA raised $221,504 for Children’s Care of Rapid City in fundraising events this year, culminating with their annual gathering in Spearfish during the Sturgis Rally on Monday, August 5th. Funds raised will provide physical, occupational, and speech therapies, plus psychological services, […]
2013 Sturgis Bike Week On History Channel Monday 5th to 9th. Not in the Black Hills? Live part of it at home. Tonight Monday 5th in series “American Pickers”, watch the Indian Chiefs reveal, an Indian heritage piece, participate to Indian Sweepstakes, Bike Wash, etc. (9 pm et, 8 pm C). “Bike Week” continues with […]
Motorcycle Parts Suppliers Tucker Rocky And Biker’s Choice Fined $500,000 by ARB
Published by August 4th, 2013 in Events.The fines arose after ARB (Air Resource Board) investigators learned that two Tucker companies, Tucker Rocky Distributing and Biker’s Choice, were selling parts that replaced original emissions-critical components, such as catalytic converters, on highway motorcycles. Such sales, even the advertising and offering of such parts for sale, are illegal under California law unless the modifications […]
New Indian Chief Line Up. 3 Models. First Official Pictures.
Published by August 4th, 2013 in Builders, Editorial and Events.It was the most highly anticipated event in the motorcycle world in years. A couple of hours ago, after 2-1/2 years of design and of intense engineering. Polaris revealed the fruits of its labor, the all-new 2014 Indian Chief motorcycle. Front of a massive, impatient and very excited crowd of enthusiasts gathered in front of […]
Exclusive Interview. How The New Indian Chief Was Created By Greg Brew, Polaris Head Director Of Industrial Design.
Published by August 3rd, 2013 in Builders, Editorial and Events.Greg Brew is the Head Director Of Industrial Design at Polaris Industries inc., and as such, is overseeing all designs for all products the company is making. With his talented team he is the man who designs the Victory motorcycles and just created the all-new Indian Chief. He is also a very passionate motorcyclist who, […]
Tonight The Night. The All-New 2014 Indian Chief Revealed This Evening August 3 At 9 P.M. Mountain Time.
Published by August 3rd, 2013 in Builders, Editorial and Events.A little bit more than two years in the making, and after several months of marketing teasers, the all-new 2014 Indian Chief is going to be officially revealed to the public this evening August 3rd at 9 p.m. mountain time (party starts at 8 p.m.) at the Sturgis Motorcycle Museum & Hall Of Fame. I will be on […]
Black Hills Rally, South Dakota. The Way It Was In The 19th Century
Published by August 2nd, 2013 in Editorial and Events.Many of you have been to the beautiful Black Hills of South Dakota before, during and after the August Sturgis Rally. The 73rd edition is about to start (officially August 5th, but in fact a few days sooner), an opportunity for me to publish pictures of the area taken at the end of the 19th […]
Today I am on my way to the 73rd edition of the Sturgis/Black Hills Rally. My digital agenda is full of place to visits, of events to attend and of meetings with builders, rally vendors and with some of you who just want to say hello. Of course, the all-new Indian launch and a couple […]
2013 Sturgis Rally. Harley-Davidson Activities.
Published by August 2nd, 2013 in Builders, Editorial and Events.All Harley-Davidson activities in Sturgis will run from Saturday, August 3 through Saturday, August 10 at the intersection of 3rd and Lazelle streets in downtown Sturgis, and are free to all. Some of the highlights include: • 2013 Harley-Davidson motorcycle displays, H-D1 customization Fit Shop and MotorClothes® riding gear and apparel • H-D 110th Anniversary […]
For 30 Days. Financing As Low 2.99% On 2013 Harley-Davidson Models.
Published by August 1st, 2013 in Builders, Editorial and Events.In just 30 days, Harley’s 110th anniversary festivities in Milwaukee. To celebrate, and of course to get rid of the 2013 models before the arrival of the 2014-year lineup, Harley-Davidson Financial Services is offering rates as low as 2.99 percent APR*.
Official. Triumph Motorcycles Starts Subsidiary In India.
Published by August 1st, 2013 in Builders, Editorial and Events.In their quest for a new El Dorado (North America & Europe are no more), all major motorcycle manufacturers rush to India. Yesterday, British motorcycle manufacturer Triumph announced its entry into the Indian market with products slated to hit the roads by November 2013. “In the past few months, we have carefully assessed the market […]
New Indian Chief To Be Unveiled To Europeans At Faaker See Festival In Austria. August 31s – September 8th
Published by July 31st, 2013 in Builders, Editorial and Events.European bikers will not to wait for a long time after the unveiling of the all-new Indian Chief to the American public. Indian Motorcycle has announced a bold unveiling of the new Chief at Europe’s largest festival of American motorcycles held annually at beautiful Faaker See in Southern Austria, August 31st to September 8th. In […]
Daredevil Day At Sturgis Buffalo Chip Is August 7th
Published by July 30th, 2013 in Editorial and Events.A spectacle you don’t want to miss while in Sturgis. Amazing motorcycle stunts at the CrossRoads section of the Buffalo Chip on August 7. From the Tunnel of Fire world record breaking attempt to a motorcycle backflip off a ramp with a passenger to the strongest woman July Moody overpowering 2 motorcycles with her bared […]
Tickets On Sale Now For Inaugural American International Motorcycle Expo
Published by July 30th, 2013 in Editorial and Events.The consumer days at AIMExpo take place October 18-20 in Orlando and provide motorcycle enthusiasts the chance to see and experience the newest products for 2014 through launches, exclusive showcases, riding demos and more. All categories of motorcycling will be represented by hundreds of participating companies. With just three months to go before the inaugural American […]
For its 15th Anniversary line-up Victory is introducing 2 new blacked-out,stripped-down 8-Ball™ baggers with a very attractive starting price under $16K. All baggers are still powered by the proven 106/6 powertrain standing ready to drop all 106 ft-lb of power to the ground. The company is also launching their first ever Factory Custom Paint program […]
2014 Harley-Davidson Models Released In 3 Weeks. What to expect?
Published by July 28th, 2013 in Builders, Editorial and Events.In a conference call while announcing its 2nd quarter results, Harley-Davidson officials confirmed that the 2 Road Glide models, the FLTRX Road Glide Custom and the FLTRU Road Glide Ultra are being discontinued. No real justification given for this decision except Harley-Davidson stating that “while those two Road Glide models are strong for us, they represent […]
Motus Motorcycles Confirmed That They Will ship Their First Production Bikes To Dealers This Fall. The company stated that standard model will start at $30,975 and signed 16 dealers in the USA. it said. the company announced today. The Motus MST bike can be geared to achieve a top speed of 204 mph, but will come […]
Sturgis Motorcycle Museum Seeks Development Director
Published by July 27th, 2013 in Editorial and Events.The Sturgis Motorcycle Museum & Hall of Fame is seeking a Director of Development to join the team of professionals at the museum. This individual will be an integral part of making sure the museum is not only sustained, but expanded. “As we seek to grow the museum, we’ve recognized the need for a person […]
Just For Fun. Bean’re Attempts Riding Mini Bike From Louisville, Kentucky To Sturgis, South Dakota
Published by July 27th, 2013 in Editorial and Events.Seriously, it could be a Guinness Book World Record. Nicknamed the “Mayor of Fun” at the famous Sturgis Buffalo Chip, Bean’re brings his antics to all kinds of situations doing what he does best, showing off and having fun. This time, the colorful character will have fun attempting a ride on a mini bike from […]
On The Road To Sturgis. Klock Werks Kustom Cycles.
Published by July 26th, 2013 in Editorial and Events.On your way to Sturgis by the Interstate 90? Make a pit stop at Klock Werks Cycles for their annual Pre-Sturgis Party on August 1st from 4 to 9 pm. If you are traveling in from anywhere east, make a right at exit 332 and go to the shop located at 915 S. Kimball St. […]
