Couture Wheels is stating that they were the first to manufacture 3D motorcycle wheels, the first producing a 26″ wheel and new for 2010 also the first to offer a 30″ size for baggers and custom applications. These wheels are precision engineered forged 6061-T6 aluminum. Professionals will see this new 3D design 30″ wheels at the […]
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First 3D Motorcycle Wheel In Size 30″
Published by January 11th, 2010 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Wheels.New Tattoo Wheels By Xtreme Machine.
Published by January 5th, 2010 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Wheels.As you can imagine, due to the overwhelming choice of designs (choosing a wheel is probably the most difficult decision for most bikers), wheel designers and manufacturers are looking for more ways to differentiate their models and let you express your personality. A good example of this approach is a new 2010 series of wheels by XTreme […]
New Yukon Model From Renegade Wheels
Published by December 20th, 2009 in Customs, Editorial and Wheels.Another nice precision crafted custom one piece billet wheel from Renegade Wheels. It’s called the Yukon and it features a unique slotted 5-spoke spoke pattern making it very distinctive when stopped and probably quite visually impressive when spinning. As with the company’s other wheels the “Yukon” is offered in diameters ranging from 16” to 26” […]
Motorcycle Wheel. Height Matters.
Published by December 8th, 2009 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Wheels.If you don’t already know, a 21″ front wheel on a bagger looks very cool. Have you tried a 26″ donut? (check clearance first). You can even add more “dimension” to your ride with a 2D or 3D design. Metal Sport Wheels is offering all their wheel designs up to 26″ because they know pretty […]
Pro-One Stimulus Package For Your Harley Bagger
Published by November 11th, 2009 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Wheels.Buy a set of wheels for your Harley-Davidson Bagger and don’t pay for the tires or even for their mounting (100% no scratch warranty). Pro One proposes a very good deal called “Bagger Stimulus Package” where you get a complete set of their wheels with a free set of Avon Tires and 2 front rotors […]
Performance Machine Super Gas Air Cleaner System
Published by November 10th, 2009 in Customs, Editorial, Engines and Wheels.Under the influence of Roland Sands, Performance Machine founder Perry Sands’ son, the company has diversified its line its line up of parts and designs. The Performance Machine “Super Gas Air Cleaner System” is one example. It features a versatile design that accepts interchangeable faceplate designs (I counted 15) matched to the company wheels, but […]
New And Interesting. 3-Piece Wheel Design With Internal Brake System.
Published by October 25th, 2009 in Brakes, Customs, Editorial and Wheels.Published here for the 1st time after years of research & development by Aaron Glenn who has a long experience in the street-rod industry, this is a new true 3-piece wheel combo including a brake rotor, a brake and its bracket. The rim barrel is a-one piece design with a built in flange that accepts the […]
Celebrating 15 Years Of Rick & Roll!
Published by October 11th, 2009 in Customs, Editorial and Wheels.Most in the US custom motorcycle industry know and have used Rick’s Wheels, are aware that he is based in Germany, but very few know him by his full legal name.
Pickard USA tells me that they designed the “High Rolla” wheel with the Bagger client in mind (I think they work well with other types of bikes…). Baggers being more popular than ever, the company is stocking this popular model reducing delivery time from an standard industry lead time of 4/6 weeks to only 1 […]
Tires Directional Arrows Explained By Avon Tyres
Published by August 23rd, 2009 in Builders, Editorial and Wheels.Before we can talk about directional arrows you must first understand a bit about tread patterns. There are many different tread patterns but there is one main reason to have any tread and that is to disperse water. (dust, dirt) A tread pattern can be designed to disperse more water by making it rotate in only […]
New Cool Wheel Designs From Pro-One
Published by August 2nd, 2009 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Wheels.I say it one more time. If you can change only one thing on your motorcycle to give it a completely new look, change your wheels and pulley & rotors. And if you build a bike from the ground up, picking the right wheels is one of the first choices you will have to make […]
Performance Machine Launches Team PM Sport Bike Marketing Program
Published by July 17th, 2009 in Brakes, Controls, Editorial and Wheels.You are one of the leading manufacturers of motorcycle forged wheels, brakes, discs and related accessories. You know that you need to diversify your parts line-up from American Bikes to Metrics to Sport Bikes. So, you showcase your parts on a selection of custom bikes of the best builders. Then feature these bikes in your catalogs. Gve […]
Metzeler Keeping Cuban Harley-Davidson Riders Rolling
Published by July 1st, 2009 in Editorial, Events and Wheels.Metzeler Tyres took a very interesting and admirable initiative. Gifting enough tires to help all members of MOCLA (the Cuban Club Of Classical Motorbikes composed of Harley-Davidson enthusiasts) enough tires in all sizes so that they continue to ride around the Island. Since the Cuban revolution and the 1962 American […]
Who doesn’t like the look of car knock off wheels? Thanks to a company called Bike Builders Bible, you can now give the 60’s look to your custom motorcycle. The company offers a series of wheels in many styles and sizes for most stock and custom applications, all available with a compatible knock off. If […]
Custom Motorcycle Builders Talk About The 360 Brake
Published by June 1st, 2009 in Brakes, Builders, Customs, Videos and Wheels.Building from the ground up, changing wheels and/or a front end/swingarm, and you will need to find the right spacers. Even a Pro Builder doesn’t know (and can’t know) in advance the width (or length) of spacers he (she) will need. Reason why anyone tinkering with bikes should have at all times a full set of […]
Wheel 3D Surfacing Technology
Published by May 6th, 2009 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Wheels.These 2 new wheel models from Pickard USA feature their signature 3D surfacing technology. Each spoke is meticulously designed and 3D-machined with the latest CAD/CAM technology. The company states that both the “High Roller” (left) and “Fat Boy (right)” are priced competitively with other 2D wheels on the market. Fitments available for most HD models […]
In case you didn’t know, Performance Machine releases only 2 new wheel models every year, each provided with the corresponding matching discs and sprockets, sprockets in 3 versions:- polish, chrome and the very sought after ÒContrast CutÓ. This year the 2 new designs are called the ÒRivieraÓ (left) and the ÒRival […]
The VAIL (left picture) is a non-directional, split, 5-spoke design developed to maximize light effect created by ever-changing angles on the individual spokes. Vail’s sophisticated simplicity provides a sleek universal style for Baggers and Choppers alike. The SIOUX is a perfect match for any tribal, flame, or wildly painted bike style.
This info was provided to me courtesy of Sukoshi Fahey at Avon Tyres Sizing is confusing as there are 5 methods in use. There are three technical organizations that all manufacturers adhere to. The organizations that set the parameters/ranges for permissible ranges for all sizes are the European Tire & Rim Technical Organization, the Japanese […]
Renegade Wheels. New President And New Models
Published by February 12th, 2009 in Editorial and Wheels.During the V-Twin Expo, Renegade Wheels, Inc. announced a strategic change in company ownership and management. As of February 6, 2009, Chuck Frederick will carry on as President while Wendell Smith moves on to pursue alternative business ventures. As founding partners, Smith and Frederick built and established Renegade Wheels into a respected brand and V-Twin […]
First, “Ride Wright Wheels” is a company building all their wheels in-house. Second, they have a large choice of spoke wheels in any powder coating color combination. Third, their wheels are available to fit all the latest 2009 models and of course all custom sizes from 16” to 23”. Fourth, their prices […]
They spent years in the motorcycle industry with other companies. Now, they created Coastal Moto and for 2009 released 4 new wheel designs with matching rotors and pulleys for Harley-Davidson, Metric Cruisers and Sport Bikes. They claim that their prices are lower by about $200 per wheel versus the ones offered by the big wheel […]
New 2009 Wheels From RC Components
Published by November 25th, 2008 in Customs, Editorial and Wheels.It’s the sesaon, between now and February (Dealers V-Twin Expo), when most parts manufacturers are going to relase their new products. One of the first to do so is RC Components with a new line of wheels in polish, chrome, black anodizing or the new look of these last 3 years, polish against black anodizing. Of couse, all […]
For touring, cruising or custom application new Cobra tires are now available at all distributors. The new Cobra MH90-21 AV71 will be available within the next month. Also the 120/70-21 AM41 Venom has now been reinstated and is available at most distributors now. These tires feature A-VBD (Advance Variable Belt Density), FFG (Force Following Grooves), […]
In-Wheel Electric Engine. Next For Your Motorcycle?
Published by October 27th, 2008 in Builders, Editorial, Engines and Wheels.During the Mondial Auto Show, the Venturi Voltage was shown equipped with an electric engine incorporated in the wheel. Is the Michelin “Active wheel” tomorrow’s wheel and can it be adapted to a motorcycle? At first glance it looks like a regular wheel with its mounted tire, but inside a small engine is fed by […]
