Nothing more old school than wheels equipped with spinners. Machined from billet aluminum, they fit all aftermarket spoke and billet rear wheels. Available in polish aluminum or polish and brass for wheels until 1999 and 2000 and Up. At Kustom Tech
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Spinning The Old School Way
Published by January 11th, 2018 in Accessories, Customs, Editorial and Wheels.Von Dutch’s Drawings Going Up For Auction
Published by January 11th, 2018 in Customs, Editorial and Events.During the Bonhams Las Vegas Motorcycle Auction on January 25, several of Von Dutch’s drawings are coming up for auction.
Von Dutch (real name Kenny Howard, 1929-1992) was one of the most interesting characters of the 60’s and 70’s Kustom Kulture scene He initially rose to fame for his pinstriping skills, but he also built crazy vehicles, cars and ,motorcycles.
To be auctioned by the Bonhams auction house are several of Von Dutch’s sketches of engine designs and others like guns. Each piece of art should be auctioned under $1000.00. Von Dutch’s work a good investment for the future? Bonhams.
METZELER Has Unveiled The New KAROO™ Street. A Road Tire Performance From An Off-Road Style ‘Knobby’ Tread Pattern
Published by January 11th, 2018 in Customs and Wheels.METZELER extended its highly successful KAROO™ range towards pure road use with the new KAROO™ Street. Delivering excellent road performance, even in wet conditions, the new enduro tire remains aggressively styled, with its knobby tread pattern continuing to provide off-road capability.
Owners of adventure, ‘enduro street’ and dual-purpose motorcycles are increasingly looking for sport touring performance when used on asphalt, but without sacrificing off-road capabilities. While responding to this market request, however, the METZELER KAROO™ Street maintains an off-road look, in character with these types of motorcycles, while delivering excellent road performance on both dry and wet asphalt.
The METZELER KAROO™ Street tire has been developed for the latest generation of adventure, big enduro and dual-purpose motorcycles, capable of taking dirt roads in their stride. With the KAROO™ Street tire these motorcycles will now be further enhanced to tackle distant road journeys, where good mileage, stability and comfort are fundamental throughout the life cycle of the tire.
Designed for all levels of cross-country riding, the METZELER brand’s KAROO™ product family now offers a range that spans from the desert all the way to street. The new KAROO™ Street will be available from March 2018 onwards.
· KAROO™ Street, a unique combination of off-road look with on-road agility · KAROO™ 3, dedicated to off-road aids and adventure journeys · KAROO™ Extreme, a product developed to compete in the professional rally races.
New Rebuffini Radial 4-Piston Brake Calipers
Published by January 10th, 2018 in Brakes, Customs and Editorial.Rebuffini Cycles, in addition to a great looking caliper, researched an advanced technology to improve braking performance. Of course, it includes high quality precision CNC machining and many tests of durability and reliability to obtain an extraordinary product in output and beauty. The perfect rigidity is achieved by a multi-point fastening system, suitable for all recent Anti Brake Locking systems (ABS) and offering a good braking feel. Rebuffini states that their brake calipers are unique in the aftermarket motorcycle industry, offering pads with pads with a friction surface of 26±1cm². They are available in black or blue anodized or in the color of your choice. The high temperature anodizing finish will not fade and deteriorate with time. The calipers can be customized with your own text, graphic or logo. At Rebuffini Cycles
This video by S&S Cycle explains how an engine works and details the role of the camshaft in the process.
Valerie Thompson Going To Australia With Team 7 Racing To Become The World’s Fastest Motorcycle Racer
Published by January 9th, 2018 in Editorial, Events and Racing.It’s official! Racer Valerie Thompson with Team 7 Racing are heading to Australia to continue her quest to become the world’s fastest on motorcycle at the 28th Annual Speed Week competition at Lake Gairdner in Southern Australia March 12–19, 2018.
Often referred to as “America’s Queen of Speed”, she has earned the famed “Red Hat” in the Bonneville 200 MPH Club, and is a member of the prestigious Bonneville BUB Speed Trial 201 MPH Club. Valerie has also earned her place in the Mojave Magnum 200 MPH Club, the ECTA 200 MPH Club, the Texas Mile 200 MPH Club and the Colorado Mile, including a personal best of 217.7 MPH (350.53 KM/H) on a BMW S 1000 RR at the Texas Mile in 2014 .(photo @ Scooter Shooters)
Axle Covers For New 2018 Softail® Models
Published by January 9th, 2018 in Accessories, Customs and Editorial.Heartland USA has announced new front axle covers for all 9 of the New 2018 Softail® models. It’s a Simple design, easy to install with no company logo on the covers.
No special tool required. The covers install using a threaded rod through the hollow stock axle to attach the right and the left covers together. In fact, no tool is needed. Just tighten with your hands and your all done.
Made from Solid Billet Aluminum and finished in Chrome, Satin Chrome and Gloss Black.
The Heartland Billet Axle Covers retail for $99.00. Order at 310-822-2697.
If you attentively follow the custom scene, here in the US and abroad, you know that each year the most admired bikes are those looking the most simple to build. As a matter of fact they are the most difficult to conceive, require handcrafting to perfection and always feature at least a couple of little known mechanical tricks. Have nothing on your bike that you do not know to be useful or believe to be beautiful. It’s what most builders aim for when starting a project. “Murder One” is one of these super clean bikes largely responsible for making Martin Becker of MB Cycles a custom builder household name in Europe.
Unusually for a custom of this level of handcrafting, “Murder One” was completed during a CUSTOMBIKE SHOW build-off competition where it was assembled on stage in 2 days. Of course all parts were already fabricated and prepped in advance at the shop, but all assembly had to be performed and all electricals had to be made front of spectators. In addition to winning this build-off, “Murder One” is since then an easy gold winner in all shows where it is displayed, even convincing Custom Chrome to commission MB Cycles for a 2018 “Bolt On and Ride” promo bike…
Some will react to this feature wondering how such a bike can be homologated and ridden in over-regulated Europe, especially in Germany where all European Union restrictions and laws are typically precisely followed. As a matter of fact, Martin Becker realized that to get any chance to promote his shop in winning big bike shows he had to build without constraints, forgetting all laws, thinking of homologation for later after 1 year of show tour, accepting then to perform the legal modifications and adaptations required. “Murder One” is one of the few Twin Cam 96″ using an Evolution-era 5-speed transmission and a Shovelhead chain drive installed in a one-off long and rigid lowrider frame, 60’s drag bike style. The Twin Cam engine originates from a Harley touring model, was taken apart to the last nut and bolt for a full rebuilt and balancing. Personalization was done with a series of covers from French company EMD. These covers also inspired the ribbed rear cylinder pipe heat shield and the air cleaner. Continue reading ‘Murder One’
FX Confirmed It Will Air A Spin-Off Of The Sons Of Anarchy Drama Titled “Mayans MC”
Published by January 7th, 2018 in Events.The drama show ended 4 years ago on the FX cable network, but Sons Of Anarchy mastermind Kurt Sutter returns to co-create and executive produce the spin-off “Mayans MC” with an almost all latino cast.
Sons of Anarchy, FX’s highest-rated drama, concluded in 2014 after a seven-season run. Mayans MC will come to FX either this summer or early in the fall, marking the 10-year anniversary of the start of Sons of Anarchy’s run.
“Kurt Sutter is a master storyteller, and Mayans MC has the raw energy and intensity that are hallmarks of his signature style,” FX Networks programming chief Nick Grad said in a statement. “Thanks to Kurt, co-creator Elgin James and this amazing cast, Mayans MC builds on the legacy of Sons of Anarchy, taking it in a thrilling new direction that we can’t wait for the world to see.”
The Classic. First Of Its Kind Motorcycle Helmet Bag.
Published by January 6th, 2018 in Accessories, Customs, Editorial and Videos.A quite elegant and practical solution for your bike helmet when you are out walking the streets instead of leaving it on your bike.
You can make use of the cavity within the helmet, the inner pouch allowing you to store your essentials while protecting the inner lining of the helmet and your visor from getting damaged, yet maintaining a clean minimal form factor.
Wide frontal zip for easy loading of helmet. Fuss free zip opening to the quick access pouch. Tobacco Brown Murdered or Murder Out Black in full grain cow leather or 100% cotton.
On Kickstarter at The Classic Helmet Bag.
A pirate walked into a bar, and the bartender said, “Hey, I haven’t seen you in a while. What happened? You look terrible.” “What do you mean?” said the pirate, “I feel fine.”
“What about the wooden leg? … You didn’t have that before.” “Well,” said the pirate, “We were in a battle, and I got hit with a cannon ball, but I’m fine now.”
The bartender replied, “Well, OK, but what about that hook? … What happened to your hand?” The pirate explained, “We were in another battle. I boarded a ship and got into a sword fight. My hand was cut off. I got fitted with a hook but I’m fine, really..”
“What about that eye patch?” “Oh,” said the pirate, “One day we were at sea, and a flock of birds flew over … I looked up, and one of them sh_t in my eye. “You’re kidding,” said the bartender. “You couldn’t lose an eye just from bird sh_t.” “Well It was my first day with the hook” …
1941-1946 Harley-Davidson WL Gas Tank Replica
Published by January 5th, 2018 in Chassis and Editorial.Patience and good luck if you are looking for an original WL gas and oil tank you can save and restore.
Distributor Zodiac proposes a perfect replica as found on all 1941 through 1946 Harley WL models.
The left tank is for gas and recess in the right tank containing oil. Faithful to the original equipment. At Zodiac Europe.
Harley-Davidson Adds “Pan America” And “48X” to “Bronx” In New Trademark Filings. While the ‘Bronx’ was filed at the US Patent and Trademark Office, the two new monikers have been filed for a trademark at the EU Intellectual Property Office (EUIPO). The applied trademarks are to be used for “motorcycles and structural parts”
Energica, An Italian Manufacturer Of High-Performance Electric Motorcycles, Ready To Unveil The First “Old-School” Electric Bike. At the January 9 to 12 Las Vegas CES, Energica is set to unveil its new 3rd production model called the “Eva EsseEsse9”, supposedly the first “production old school” electric motorcycle. Energica Motor Company S.p.A. is the first Italian manufacturer of high-performing electric motorcycles. Energica motorcycles are already on sale through authorized importers around United States and Europe. Energica is managed by woman CEO Livia Cevolini whose engineering experience includes time spent in the Ferrari Formula 1 engineering racing pits.
Rotal Enfield December Sales Up 16%. December 2017 international exports and domestic sales in India were 66,968 units, compared to 57,398 motorcycles sold worldwide in December 2016, a 16% increase. In this fiscal year so far (April – December 2017) Royal Enfield has sold 593,450 motorcycles – a 21 % increase on the same period in 2016’s 488,262 units. Domestic sales increased by 21 per cent, from 477,688 to 579,462 units, while exports increased by 32 per cent, from 10,574 in April – December 2016, to 13,988 units in the same period last year. Two new Real Enfield 650cc parallel twins (the Interceptor INT 650 and the Continental GT 650) are due to go on sale in Europe in April 2018 then in the US. Continue reading ‘Fast Motorcycle Industry News’
John Lennon’s Honda Z50A To Be Sold At Auction
Published by January 4th, 2018 in Editorial and Events.The late great Beatle John Lennon (1940-1980) was using this little Honda Z50A to zip around his UK Tittenhurst Park Estate, his main residence in 1969. H&H Classics is going to auction it March 4 at the National Motorbikes Museum in England and online. with bids to be estimated around £30,000 (US 39,000)…
In running order with matching frame and engine numbers. Largely unrestored and original. Extensive history file including green log book, old MOTs, Honda dating letter etc. Great investment potential?
EZ ON Solo Seats For Ness Winged Gas Tank
Published by January 4th, 2018 in Customs, Editorial and Seats.These seats have been contoured for a perfect fit with the Ness Winged gas tank. Molded from flexible urethane foam for maximum comfort, these seats move the rider back approximately 2” compared to the factory seat. 3/16” ABS thermoformed seat base makes for a perfect fit, and a fully carpeted bottom and rubber bumpers ensures paint protection.
The EZ mount system uses internal rubber mounts for easy installation, needing no tools to take the seat on and off. Available in smooth Solar Reflective Leather or black vinyl/faux suede with double diamond stitching for 08-18 FLHT, FLHR, FLTR and FLHX models with the Ness Winged Custom Fuel Tank. Suggested retail price is $262.95. For more information, go to Drag Specialties or contact your local Drag Specialties dealer.
Ace Cafe Orlando To Detroit On A Special Edition Triumph Thruxton
Published by January 4th, 2018 in Builders, Editorial and Events.“The Drive Home III is an annual vintage vehicle trek from Orlando Ace Cafe To Detroit. Organized by the North American International Auto Show (NAIAS) and America’s Automotive Trust (AAT), the drive will include and feature a special edition Triumph Thruxton from Ace Cafe Orlando. Ace Cafe Orlando – the first North American location of the London-based motoring mecca – is a gathering place for people passionate about cars, motorcycles and rock ’n’ roll.
Today January 4, The Drive Home III will cruise into the cafe for bike night, where its drivers will mingle among fellow gearheads and join in the camaraderie among motoring enthusiasts. The morning after, Ace Cafe will also hold a farewell cars and coffee event as the group departs Orlando to Detroit. As The Drive Home III continues its journey north, the Triumph will be highlighted at other gatherings including a stop at Barber Motorsports Park – a world-famous track, home to Barber Motorsports Museum and the Porsche Driving Experience. To learn more about The Drive Home III: Driving the Future, visit American’s Car Museum.
El Dorado 50 State Legal Exhaust System For Harley Milwaukee-Eight™ Touring models
Published by January 3rd, 2018 in Customs, Editorial and Exhaust.S&S Cycle’s new El Dorado performance exhaust system is a 50 state legal Muffler/Header Package for 2017-2018 Harley-Davidson® M8 powered touring models and is ready to hit the streets. Yes, even in California! The El Dorado is a complete system that includes headers and a set of 4.5″ MK45 mufflers fitted with the latest in S&S designed, high flow cat technology. Much like the automotive industry years back, high flow catalysts have finally made their way to the v-twin space!
The El Dorado Exhaust combines clean styling and an authoritative note with increased torque and horsepower. Fifty state legal (CARB EO# K-010-1), without the performance punishment. Bolt on installation and does not require tuning. Choose from show quality chrome or black ceramic finish and two end cap styles, Thruster or TracerTracer More info at S&S Cycle El Dorado System.
Did you notice that most of today’s cruisers come with rear foot-pegs but rarely rear floorboards? And many passengers prefer floorboards to uncomfortable foot-pegs…
Cobra USA offers these matching rider and passenger floorboards. They replace the stock units and and the rear ones are foldable when not in use. Made either from steel or in some limited fitments billet like the rear.
American Flat Track. All 2017 NBCSN Broadcasts Available For On-Demand Viewing.
Published by January 3rd, 2018 in Editorial, Racing and Videos.Looking to re-experience the grit and bar-banging action of American Flat Track’s 2017 season? You can now watch all 18 NBCSN telecasts from the 2017 season on FansChoice.tv. Watch again as Indian Motorcycle’s Jared Mees wins 10 of 18 races and clinches the AFT Twins presented by Vance & Hines title. Or watch Shayna Texter win five AFT Singles main events – more than any other Singles rider in 2017 – on her way to a third-overall series finish behind AFT Singles champion Kolby Carlile and runner-up Brandon Price. It’s all there, right on your smart TV, computer, tablet or mobile phone.
DAYTONA TT is on March 15, 2018, at the Daytona International Speedway. Tickets start at just $29, and are on sale now via Daytona International Speedways’s Website or by calling 1-800-PITSHOP.
The Reinforcer is a 21 inch front wheel that gives a custom look to any late model Harley Touring model motorcycle. Beyond the Reinforcer’s pleasing aesthetics, it was also effectively designed to allow the owner to optimize their factory equipped braking system. This innovative design element saves the buyer hundreds of dollars by eliminating the need to purchase expensive aftermarket brake parts. Made specifically for (but not limited to) all 2014 and up Street Glide and Road Glide models, the Reinforcer immediately gives the bike that sought after stance of a 21” front wheel. In addition, there is no excess material used in any area of the wheel which keeps the Reinforcer lightweight.
In an effort to improve the quality and scope of their distribution, the manufacturer of the Reinforcer recently has sought to align with Sport Chrome and their network of fine dealers. One of the many benefits of Sport Chrome’s involvement in the selling of the Reinforcer wheel is that they are able to place every single Reinforcer wheel through their refined wheel inspection process that has been implemented over the past 17 years. During this time, they have developed a rigorous and precise procedure for inspecting the more than 25,000 wheels that have come through their doors for processing, many of which were manufactured in the same factory that is now making the Reinforcer.
Available in Chrome, Gloss Black and Black/Machined finishes the 21” Reinforcer wheel is in stock and ready for immediate purchase at Sport Chrome or through one of our many Authorized Dealers. Prices start at $899.00 MSRP. All interested parties should contact Sport Chrome via email at sales@sportchrome.com (Sport Chrome has been providing the highest quality products and plating services to Authorized Dealers in the USA for over 15 years. They offer a Lifetime warranty on any product they finish and sell)
Front Running Light Module For Indian Motorcycles’ Turn Signals
Published by January 2nd, 2018 in Customs, Editorial and Electrical.Factory Indian and Victory motorcycles don’t feature front and rear turn signals with the running light feature. NAMZ/Badlands offers to owners of both brands several modules that they can add in minutes to add the running light feature.
Result is added visibility along with the custom setup look everyone is looking for. Call NAMZ/Badlands at 1-877-277-NAMZ for more information about the following modules: ILL-IND-01 for Indian Big Twin models, the new ILL-IND-S rear, run, brake and turn signal module and ILL-IND-FR front running light module. They are 100% Plug-n-Play and use OEM connectors and works with any LED, even stock.
When I saw this Project Scout for the first time, my first thought was for Millennials or Generation Y. If the issue of bringing more of them to the sport of motorcycling is not yet resolved by mc marketers, at least we know for sure that they love authentic adventures and new experiences. This custom bike, a 1983 Yamaha XV750, is all about emphasizing practical outdoor activities from camping to aquatics to hiking and backpacking. Exactly the type of scouting adventures they are looking for to achieve memorable experiences.
As a matter of fact this build was inspired to young custom shop Industrial Moto in Virginia by the rugged off-road look of the old International Scout 4×4 once owned by the shop owners family. Of course, it features a lot of custom parts but in which are embedded electronics programmed and controlled by a smartphone. Let’s no forget that Millennials have embraced technology like no other generation, are technologically extremely savvy and deserve their nickname of “Digital Natives” Continue reading ‘Project Scout For A Millennial’
Morgan First All-Electric 3-Wheeler To Be Produced in 2018
Published by December 30th, 2017 in Builders and Events.Two and a half years ago I published the Morgan all-electric EV3 concept. and now it’s almost here with a production scheduled for second quarter 2018 in partnership with Frazer-Nash Energy Systems.The all-electric Morgan features a very low center of gravity (lower than on Evo models), a light weight under 1100 lbs (500 kg), a 56bhp hooked up to a 21kWh lithium battery with a range up to 120 miles. Styling? Mixing 30’s race car and classic motorcycle lines for a very appealing neo-retro design. Morgan Motor Company.
S&S Cycle Adds To Massive Flat Track Contingency Program
Published by December 29th, 2017 in Editorial, Events, Exhaust and Racing.American Flat Track, the American’s original extreme sport, has never been so popular with spectators. The 2017 racing season was pretty amazing with the renewed rivalry between Harley-Davidson and Indian Motorcycle and the financial and technical support of teams by major brands like S&S Cycle whose high performance exhaust were often seen on the podium last year.
The 18-race calendar for the 2018 season has been announced and the racing year is shaping up to be an epic year with a highly competitive field and the largest contingency program in the history of the sport. This season S&S Cycle expands its efforts to include Kawasaki and Harley powered twins as well as privateer Indian racers (excludes the Indian Motorcycles Wrecking Crew).
Payouts down to 10th place with over $70,000 up for grab and another $5000 for a championship. For the first time, S&S Cycle is also offering a custom exhaust build and dyno tuning session at no additional cost in their Wisconsin facility (by appointment only). All S&S systems are lightweight stainless and all are designed to meet the 105dB sound limit. For more information, check out S&S Cycle Flat Track
It is David Uhl’s 2018 Holiday Collection new piece.
His mastery of light is on full display here.
All orders must be in by January 1st (Monday) to receive the special pricing below.
Frozen In Time – edition specifics:
– Image size 20×26.5, $895 framed
– Image size 24×32, $1,295 framed
– Image size 30×40, $2,250 framed
To order, contact Greg Rhodes , International Sales Director, Uhl Studios at 303-913-4840