A 9-year old company I didn’t know called WanaRyd Motorcycle (pronounced “Wanna-Ride”) is launching a Shark-Line Series offering 3D forged one-piece billet wheels in six different designs with matching rotors in 3 different styles and sizes, also and matching pulleys (including Cush drives which some other wheel companies don’t offer) Wheels are 3D machine cut, than […]
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Wanaryd New 3D Motorcycle Wheels Line up
Published by January 14th, 2012 in Customs, Editorial and Wheels.Paughco 40-Spoke Chrome Wheels With Red Or Black Rims.
Published by January 6th, 2012 in Customs, Editorial and Wheels.Seems like black & red powder coated spoke wheels are still in demand by those looking for a retro style. You can unlace, powder coat yours and relace the spokes. A pain… Or buy them ready to go from many manufacturers. Like these ones from Paughco where rim and outer portion ofthe hub are powder […]
To Be Launched. New 16″ Rotor Oversized Brake Caliper Kit.
Published by January 3rd, 2012 in Brakes, Builders, Customs, Editorial and Wheels.You see it first here before it is officially introduced to motorcycle dealers at the V-Twin Expo in Cincinnati (Feb. 4-6, 2012), then made available to all of you. From Aaron Glenn, the man who 2 years ago introduced the awesome, and somewhat expensive , “Internal Brake 3-piece wheel”, a new idea to improve braking […]
Black Ops™ By RSD. A Mix Of Textured Black And Gloss Black On The Same Part.
Published by December 8th, 2011 in Accessories, Customs, Editorial and Wheels.Stated by RSD as being “the new black”, Black Ops offers a more aggressive while more subtle look by mixing on the same part textured black with gloss black. This Black Ops finish has been expanded by RSD to their Diesel and Judge Wheels, bars and other opponents, giving you more opportunity to extend this new […]
Renegade Wheels Appoints V-Twin Industry Veteran Lonny Spiva As Responsible Sales And Dealer Development.
Published by November 24th, 2011 in Customs, Editorial, Events and Wheels.Chuck Frederick, President of Renegade Wheels, said “Lonny brings tremendous V-Twin experience and dealer network knowledge which will greatly complement the current strengths of our organization. He has accomplished great things with other companies in our industry and we are truly excited to have him on our team.” Lonny’s resume includes experience with many industry […]
New Metalsport Torque Don Juan Wheel. Up to 30″ Tall.
Published by November 22nd, 2011 in Customs, Editorial and Wheels.I guess that calling its new model Don Juan, Metalsport Wheels suggest that like the fictional rogue and libertine character who spent his life seducing women, this new wheel will work in your favor with all women seeing you riding your bike. Huh… At least, some will agree that this new offering is pure 3-D […]
Sneak Peek Of Performance Machine New Aluminum Rim Wire Wheels
Published by November 6th, 2011 in Customs, Editorial and Wheels.Spoke wheels are back with a vengeance, but the new generation will be rejuvenated with new spoke and nipple designs, aluminum rims for anodizing (black Ops) and polishing combinations (Contrast Cut) , etc. Above, 2 shots from new billet aluminum wire wheels by Performance Machine These new wheels should be available beginning of 2012… or sooner. To follow…
First 26″ Wire Wheel By Sinister.
Published by October 26th, 2011 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Wheels.The 26″ diameter front wheel is the new bad boy of the custom motorcycle industry. Seen on baggers and other radical contraptions, very few different designs were available, and nowhere could you find a 26″ wire wheel, until today… Sinister is launching the first and only 26″ Big Fat Daddy Wire Wheel, available in stainless […]
New Harley-Davidson Cut Back Gloss Black Magnum Wheels
Published by September 27th, 2011 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Wheels.Each wheel manufacturer has his own brand name to qualify its line of black & polish wheels. At Harley-Davidson they call it the “H-Cut” series. Their newest model is a one-piece cast-aluminum wheel called the Magnum ($449.95) is inspired by the steel of a large-frame revolver. 15 individual spokes to form 5 distinct columns. The […]
Monster Motorcycle Tires For Monster Wheels
Published by August 20th, 2011 in Customs, Editorial and Wheels.Those new to the very tall and very wide wheels don’t seem to know where to find the corresponding tires. Metalsport Wheels is distributing the Vee Rubber tires (yes it’s a Thai company) to fit the today’s wildest size wheels, the 26″ & 30″ in front, the 310 mm & 360 mm tires in rear. […]
Renegade Wheels Exhibit And Party At Anaheim Garden Walk.
Published by August 18th, 2011 in Customs, Editorial, Events and Wheels.Harley-Davidson summer dealer gathering was held during 3 days at the Anaheim Convention Center, California. So, with great marketing acumen, Chuck Frederick, President of Renegade Wheels hosted a 3-day exhibition/party a few blocks away and adjacent Tom Scott’s Harley-Davidson of Anaheim satellite store. On the party menu, 50 trend-setting custom wheel models in all styles, […]
Performance Machine Acquires Xtreme Machine Motorcycle Wheels
Published by August 9th, 2011 in Customs, Editorial and Wheels.Well known in the custom bike business, Xtreme Machine has been manufacturing billet wheels for more than a decade. In fact, Xtreme has been the recipient of the coveted “V-Twin Wheel Design Of The Year” award three times for their extraordinary designs. “Xtreme Machine has always been a well-respected brand and Performance Machine will continue […]
New Black Ice Finish Wheels Offered By Harley-Davidson
Published by August 4th, 2011 in Builders, Editorial and Wheels.It looks to me like”black chrome”, but Harley-Davidson claims that it’s not, that it’s not a chrome process and that they are the first to offer this treatment in the motorcycle industry. I will have to check from close on the Harley display on Lazelle Street in Sturgis. Harley states that Black Ice is the […]
Fiber Carbon Revolution
Published by July 25th, 2011 in Builders, Controls, Customs, Editorial and Wheels.Since 2005 Michael Kamalian from Revolution Cycle Manufacturing is familiarizing all custom builders with the multiple options offered by the best of carbon fiber technology. In 6 years, he went from 5 and 6-sopke one-piece wheels in all popular sizes, in average 10x stronger than billet aluminum and able to outlast you and your bike […]
Front 21″ Wheel On A Harley-Davidson Bagger. The Right Way.
Published by June 25th, 2011 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Wheels.Installing a 21″ front wheel is one of the most popular conversions to greatly improve the look of of a Bagger. This post is not about the wheel design choice – all manufacturers offer a wide selection – but about preventing any handling side effects due to a taller size than stock. First, you should know […]
Performance Machine Trike Wheels For Free
Published by June 14th, 2011 in Editorial, Events and Wheels.Editor Genevieve Schmitt animates several niche Web magazines in the powersports industry. She just revamped one of them, Trike Riders Now, and celebrates its new look and content (new user-focused features including Trike Classified and Trike Forum) by giving you the opportunity to win one unbelievable grand prize—a set of custom trike wheels valued at […]
I promise, I only smoke ultra-light cigarettes and checked that there was nothing unusual added to my morning coffee. I am also certain it’s not April’s fool….Could not believe my eyes when I received an email from a certain Marc Gargiulo proposing these psychedelic tires guaranteed for 100,000 miles and manufactured to fit any american, […]
Trick New Trike Wheels By Performance Machine
Published by April 2nd, 2011 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Wheels.Motorcycle aftermarket wheels leader Performance Machine entered the trike market in 2010 with their new Forged Trike wheels. They are the first of their kind to be manufactured for Harley-Davidson, Honda Gold Wing, Victory and other select OEM trike applications. PM is also currently developing wheels for Lehman’s new Kawasaki “Storm” trike, which will be […]
A new design to broaden your choice while choosing your new rims. Pickard USA just introduced the “Thriller” wheel featuring 12 directional spokes surfaced in 3D and joining seamlessly towards the hub. The “Thriller” was designed to add movement and direction to your bike, even when sitting still. Versus a 2D design, a 3D surfacing technology […]
Latest Technology Carbon Fiber Wheel
Published by February 13th, 2011 in Customs, Editorial and Wheels.Met for the 1st time Michael Kamalian from Revolution Cycle Manufacturing during the 2005 V-Twin Expo where he was exhibiting his first custom motorcycle fitted with his own carbon fiber parts, frame, tank, wheels etc. Seven years later we talked again at the same last weekend V-twin Expo and Michael gave me an update on […]
V-Twin Expo. The Battle Of The Tall Bagger Front Wheel.
Published by February 6th, 2011 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Wheels.In Cincinnati, the battle of the tall front wheel is raging between at least 4 companies. No more 21″ or 23″, but 26″ and 30″. What most people still don’t know is that to fit a 26″ or 30″ size wheel on a Harley Touring Model is not just a bolt-on task. For those who want […]
European TÜV Approval for 8 More Performance Machine Wheel Designs
Published by January 21st, 2011 in Customs, Editorial, Events and Wheels.Of particular interest for my European motorcycle professional and retail readers but also for all clients of Performance Machine around the world, PM is proud to announce that its line of wheels is TÜV approved. TÜV Rheinland, based in Germany, is a leading international service group providing testing, assistance and certifying in a neutral manner. […]
V-Twin Expo. Beringer Brakes To Launch 2 New Parts.
Published by January 19th, 2011 in Brakes, Controls, Editorial, Events and Wheels.The US Division of French manufacturer Beringer Brakes will participate to the Cincinnati V-twin Expo (Feb. 5-7) to present its new 2011 products. Here is a preview of two of them. First, new hand controls with a 3-button switch system being integrated into the master cylinder for a cleaner look. Available for both brake and […]
Because of EPA regulations, the number of platers has steadily decreased during these last years (same phenomenon in Europe where it’s now very difficult to find a chrome plater). In addition, disparity of quality can be huge between different companies, and pros and amateurs alike have experienced it.
New Dunlop Wide Whitewall Tires For Harley-Davidson Sportster Models.
Published by December 18th, 2010 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Wheels.Available in 19″ front and 16″ rear, these new Dunlop wide whitewall tires (1.125″ front and 1.50″ rear) are now available from your local Harley-Davidson Dealer. Retro look guaranteed, especially if you pair them with a set of black rims. Dunlop® Tires has a long relation with Harley-Davidson Motorcycles, providing original equipment and service replacement […]
Soon it may be difficult to get a polished or chrome wheel! Sinister Wheels add to the very wide choice you already have when choosing a black wheel with its Black Series line. The new model to join the line has a classic/timeless appeal and is called the Image Wheel. Like all the other models […]
