Archive for the 'Wheels' Category



New Offering From Avon Tyres. The TrailRider Adventure Sport Tire.

“We’re proud to introduce the new TrailRider to the adventure sport tire enthusiasts,” stated Ken Warner, Vice President of Marketing for Avon Motorcycle Tyres North America. “We believe the TrailRider is the ultimate adventure sport tire for this fast-growing market. Enthusiasts will love the responsive ride and enhanced traction – both on and off the […]

New HHI 55 mm Raked Triple Trees For Harley V-Rod Customization

Harley-Davidson calls the V-Rod model the most radical edge of its line-up. Hang Halters Inc (HHI) bets that some owners of the brawny bruiser with off-the-line power will want to follow the trend of the big front wheel and offers for this purpose beefy 55 mm raked triple trees for a 23 inch wheel (6-degree […]

Customizing A Harley Street Model

Harley-Davidson’s line of affordable 500 and 750 Street models targets millennials, women and other first-time riders. And the manufacturer wants to inspire personalization. Delivered with a full dose of Dark Custom™ attitude, the Street is a blank page of American steel ready for every rider to fill in. And to get that project started, Harley-Davidson® Genuine Motor Parts & […]

Metzeler Tires Promotion. $75 At The 75th Sturgis Rally.

To celebrate the 75th anniversary of the Sturgis Rally, Metzeler is offering a $75 mail-in rebate (pre-paid Visa card sent to you by mail) on the purchase of a set of Metzeler motorcycle tires .  The offer is only valid for purchases from today to August 10. Tires must be purchased from participating dealers in […]

Who Is going To Have The Biggest, Baddest Billboard During The 75th Sturgis Rally?

Avon Tyres & Renegade Wheels continue their partnership with four billboards placed around Sturgis for the 75th anniversary motorcycle rally.  Avon & Renegade are going to be selling wheels & tires at 2 locations-Downtown: In Sturgis at Lazelle & 5th. In Rapid City at Black Hills Harley-Davidson, exit 55 off of the I-90. The new […]

New Light Looking Harley-Davidson Aggressor Wheel For Touring Models

A wheel can make your bike look lighter. It’s the objective of the new Harley-Davidson cast-aluminum Aggressor Wheel whose design features 5 slim blade-like forward-slashing spokes to give touring models a lighter profile. And if you wonder about strength, the wheel passed the rigorous Harley-Davidson tests for durability. The Aggressor Custom Wheels fit 2014-later Harley-Davidson […]

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2015 Sinister Wheels From Their Bad Boy Collection

From left to right to bottom, The Symbolic, The Runner and The Labyrinth, 3 designs dfrom Sinister’s Bad Boy Collection. All made of 6061-T6 Aluminum Rotary Forged Billet, – 6061-T6 Aluminum Hubs, CNC Machined In-House in the USA. Sizes from 16” x 3.50” to 32” X 4.00”. Matching rotors from 11.5” to 18” . Sprocket […]

Big Wheel Braking With A 6-Piston Brake Caliper And 18” True Floating Rotor Kit

The BFBK- 18″, 6 piston Direct Bolt on Brake Caliper & True Floating Rotor Kit by Hawg Halters Inc. (HHI) is now available in matching Dual Right & Left calipers and rotors for the ultimate in braking power. This custom kit features a new 6 piston differential bore caliper for 18 inch brake rotors that […]

Wheel Size And Drivetrain Changes. How To Correct Harley-Davidson Speedometer Reading.

The downside to making changes in gearing or wheel sizes is that it throws off the speedometer reading. If you’ve got a pre–’96 Harley, or custom bike using a mechanical speedometer, you have to change either transmission speedometer drive gear, or front speedometer drive unit, or sometimes even have to change out the speedometer to […]

Adding Bling To Harley-Davidson Tri-Glide And Freewheeler Trike Models

You can add some Bling to all three corners of a Harley-Davidson® Trike model with the new H-D Enforcer Custom Wheels for Trike (P/N 43300324 19-inch front, P/N 40900070 15-inch rear; each $659.95). Polished and mirror-chrome plated, split five-spoke Enforcer Custom wheels broadcast stunning reflections, even when standing still. Designed by Harley-Davidson specifically for 2009-later Tri-Glide® […]

Roland Sands Hutch Line Up

Being BMX racers and fans remember the Kimtab. Originally sold by Roland Sands dad in the 80’s – Perry Sand, founder of Performance Machine – it was fitting to bring the Kimtab to the future and make it out of high quality forged billet aluminum with some signature RSD detailing. The Hutch relives those glory days without […]

Ride Wright Spoke Wheels For Indian Motorcycle Chief Models

Ride Wright Twista (shown), Diamond and Jewel spoke wheels are now available for the Indian Chief models -Classic, Vintage, Chieftain® and Dark Horse – The wheels offered by Ride Wright Wheels use a 3-piece Modular Billet Hub system letting the company adapt its models to several motorcycle brand platforms. For example, by stocking these hubs, […]

Multi-Piece Motorcycle Wheels

These spinning wheels by a company called My Movement should not be called Spinners. They feature a patented technique called E.C.R.T. for ” Encapsulated Center Technology. Basically, the wheel is build with a structure allowing the center component to spin freely. The six separate components can be custom finished with painting, anodizing, plating or powder […]

Avon Tyres Offer A Road Hazard Warranty Program

Avon Tyres announced a new Road Hazard Warranty Program offering free replacement of any new tire (excluding non-D.O.T. approved race tires) for accidental, puncture or impact damage. Of course, fortunately it doesn’t happen very often… But if you are interested, you simply complete the Avon Tyres Road Hazard Warranty form with the dealer at the time […]

RC Components Launching Forged Wheels For Harley Trike Models

RC Components just released their new 18″ x5.5″ forged trike wheels for 2015! These new wheels are a direct bolt on for all H-D Trike models and can be made to match their most popular wheel designs. These wheels are available in your choice of show chrome or an aggressive Eclipse finish of black with […]

Motorcycle Wheels. Is Royal Blue The New Black?

Although blue wheels have been used since a long time by many custom builders, blue production wheels were almost nowhere to be found until recently. After years of black wheels with “contrast cut” polishing, it looks like blue is the new color of the day for several wheel manufacturers. Of course it will never be […]

Arlen Ness Front Brake Calipers For Indian Models

These replacement brake housings will fit 2014-up Indian models (except Scouts) and all 2010 & up Victory models (except Vision) Only front applications, available for right and left side. Available in chrome or black. Includes seals and instructions (replacement seals must be purchased separately. Made in the USA. MSRP $249.95. At Arlen Ness.

Phantom Fender Kits for 21″, 23″, & 26″ Wheels For Victory Cross Touring Models

The desire to adapt a tall front wheel on a touring bike is not limited to Harley riders. RC Components has a line of Phantom Fender Kits for 21″, 23″, & 26″ wheels for 2010-Up Victory Cross touring models. These fenders are low profile, made of 16 gauge steel, pre-drilled, sold with all necessary hardware, […]

New Metzeler 888 MARATHON™ ULTRA 120/55R26 Triple 8 Custom Bagger Tire Available In April In The USA

METZELER celebrates 20 years of Custom V-Twin tire manufacturing with the launch of a new 26 inch front tire size added to its ME 888 MARATHON™ ULTRA line. It will be available in April in the USA. This new front tire size has been designed specifically for baggers and custom bikes, allowing customizers to enjoy […]

For 2015 RC Components Launch 2 New Wheel Designs In The Patriot Series Wheels

RC Components released the Patriot Series to commemorate the services of our military men and women. In their honor RC Components has made a commitment to contribute up to $25,000 to select Veterans Service Organizations within the next 12 months. The Patriot Series wheel lineup now features 5 clean and unique wheel designs for a […]

Just Launched New Renegade Wheels for 2015. The Newton And The Logan

At the recent Cincinnati V-Twin Dealer Expo, Renegade Wheels launched two new wheel designs. The Newton wheel is featured here in custom Royal Blue Phantom-Cut Finish.  The Newton has a machined rim edge that gives detail to the whole wheel.  Custom colors are a new addition and cost an extra $200.00 per wheel and are […]

Arlen Ness Oversized Floating Rotor Kits For A Minimum 30% Extra Braking Power

They are made for large wheels – minimum 17” or 19” depending of your Harley model, and use their big diameter – 14” or 15” also depending of your bike, to increase your stopping power by at least 30%. They work with your Harley factory legs, brakes and brakes hose (will not work with some […]

Dixon Wheels By Performance Machine

Performance Machine describes this design as its most luxury. 5 pairs of long legs starting from the hub and bending perfectly to join the rim. JASO and TUV standards to ensure reliability and performance under real world riding conditions. Performance Machine wheels arrive ready to install with hubs mounted and all the appropriate spacers making […]

New And Interesting. ThunderMax Launching TracMax, An ABS Correction Module For Harley Tourers With Tall Front Wheels 21″ And Above.

ThunderMax will debut at the 2015 Cincinnati V-Twin Expo (February 7-8) the all new TracMax ABS Correction Module for 2014-2015 Harley Davidson Touring Models equipped with tall aftermarket front wheels. When you install taller custom wheels – 21″ and above – than Harley factory front wheels, the linked Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS) on 2014 & […]

New Metzeler 26” Front Tire For Touring Custom Applications

The new Metzeler Tire ME888 120/55R26 is officially available today. January 9, 2015* (see added note at bottom). Metzeler states that this 26” front tire offers ultra high-mileage with Metzler performance and handling and outstanding high and low speed stability with smooth handling. MSRP is $280.00. Metzeler USA. (motorcycle by Harley-Davidson Thunderbike Germany) Added 01/12/15 at […]

New Wheel Designs For 2015 From RC Components

RC Components, a 25-year leader in custom motorcycle wheels, is introducing new wheel designs for 2015 and of course their matching rotors, pulleys, sprockets and even air cleaners. They are offered in sizes from 16” to 26 “ for most Harley and Victory models. Made in the USA. More info at RC Components or call 800-360-0915. […]



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