For those not familiar with the Ducati models, until 1997 when sales declined due to the popularity of the Ducati Monster and Ducati Superbike lines, the 900SS was simply considered the best street bike that the Italian manufacturer has ever built. The fastest street-legal twin, not far off the standards set by Japanese 750 fours. Much of the Ducati SS 900’s speed can be attributed to its power-to-weight ratio. A very torquey engine, but legendary for being very easy to manage both in congested city streets as on unfamiliar backroads. When Englishman Alec Sharp from Old Empire Motorcycles decided to rebirth this 1995 Ducati 900 SS, he had no preset design plan. Just preserving the bike impressive speed, rumbling engine and booming exhaust note, but feeling free to improvise as the rebuilt progressed, inventing a new bodywork and bringing his old school style own refinements. Continue reading ‘Ducati Typhoon 900 SS Redesigned In Great Britain’
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Ducati Typhoon 900 SS Redesigned In Great Britain
Published by December 15th, 2014 in Builders, Customs and Editorial.What’s New At 2015 Orlando AIMExpo. Interview With V-Twin Director Bob Kay.
Published by December 14th, 2014 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.
Created 2 years ago with for objective to become the catalyst to bring together industry, press, dealers and consumers in a single arena that creates a grand stage for powersports in the U.S., the Orlando AIMExpo has had already a big impact on the way the motorcycling industry is doing business. The 2 main reasons from my point of view. The 1st platform in North America focusing on both professionals and consumers and a correctly market-timed expo in October in Orlando during Daytona Biketoberfest. After doubling in 2014 its number of exhibitors and of visiting dealers and consumers, the AIMExpo has announced big plans for the 2015 edition (October 15-18). They include a much broader integration of the American V-Twin industry vendors and distributors, of custom builders and the creation of a “Made In America” show section. Bob Kay, AIMExpo V-Twin Director, is in charge of increasing the V-Twin participation and I asked him how he intends to execute these plans.
Cyril. Before joining the AIMExpo you have been a visitor and observer of the show first two editions. What do you think made it a success from the get go?
Bob. I think the success of AIMExpo is directly related to the responsive management team of Mike Webster, Larry Little and Cinnamon Kernes. All of them are show management professionals, long term veterans of the motorcycle industry and most importantly 2-wheel riding enthusiasts. They truly care about the future of the motorcycle industry. If you want to talk about specifics, all you had to do was walk through the show entrance and you instantly saw and felt the difference. Hard wall booth separations, impeccable booth layouts, the Media Hub Center, the undeniable O.E.M. presence and the outdoor test ride area is what made AIMExpo a unique experience for all.
Cyril. With over 40 years of experience in the V-Twin market, both as a custom parts distributor and vendor, as an events and bike shows organizer, you are in the unique position to have seen our industry evolve on a long period of time and therefore are able to evaluate what are today’s expectations of all actors of our American custom motorcycle community. During a show or expo, what are they specifically looking for from the point of view of an exhibitor, of a visiting dealer and consumer.
Bob. First off they all expect a lot of people, products and activities to enhance their devotion and dedication to the American Custom bike scene. In other words they want to attend an exciting event that they can go back home and talk about, the new products, the new friends and the great stories. Exhibitors want their brand to be recognized and understood above their competition. Dealers want to see and compare more products and services in one place than would otherwise be possible, and this at the right time of year so they can go back home, evaluate, plan, negotiate and order to give them the best possible chance for success when next year’s riding season hits. Consumers want it all. With the advent of the internet product knowledge information is more accessible than at any other time in history. But this creates as many questions to be answered to. Consumers want precise answers, they want to meet the innovators, they want to share their experiences, they certainly want to share their opinions and they want to know where to get the best deals. They also want to meet the industry celebrities and have some great stories of their own to tell to their friends. Continue reading ‘What’s New At 2015 Orlando AIMExpo. Interview With V-Twin Director Bob Kay.’
S&S Cycle Hi-4N Ignition. Now Available.
Published by December 14th, 2014 in Customs, Editorial and Electrical.
S&S Cycle is ending it’s relationship with the Crane Cams brand effective midnight December 31st 2014, but that doesn’t mean that you won’t still be able to get the HI-4N ignition module. The HI-4N will be available under the S&S brand, along with many of the most popular products formerly offered in the Crane Cams Motorcycle Products Catalog.
If you loved the Crane Cams® HI-4N ignition, you’ll love the S&S HI-4N. Same premium electronics. Same great features. Just a different name. It’s now in stock and ready to light the fire on your 1970-’99 carbureted Harley-Davidson® Big Twin. Contact your local S&S Dealer for more information or visit S&S Cycle Go Fast Showcase. In the video below S&S Cycle shows you how to install and adjust the S&S HI-4N ignition system.
Seen At The New York International Motorcycle Show
Published by December 13th, 2014 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.
Big crowd this weekend at the New York Javits Center for the International Motorcycle Show. On the Indian/Victory display, actor Mark Wahlberg (an Indian rider) stopped by to meet with the staff and photo opportunities with show visitors. (photos @ R. Pandya)
From top to bottom and left to right. 1- Mark Wahlberg with Indian/Victory NY staff. 2- Mark Walberg sitting on custom Scout built by John Shope from Dirty Bird Concepts. 3- With Steve Menneto, Vice President Polaris Motorcycles 4- With Karlee Cobb, Klock Werks. 5- With Robert Pandya, Indian Motorcycle External Relations Manager.
Out Of This World Promo Custom Motorcycle For Exhaust Manufacturer Akrapovic
Published by December 13th, 2014 in Builders, Customs and Editorial.
Akrapovic, the Slovanian company that has made its mark at the highest level of the motorcycle road racing world (Moto GP, super bike, supermoto, motocross, enduro and rally raid) is focusing since a few years on producing cutting edge exhausts for Harley-Davidson models. Exhausts not made of steel like its competitors, but mixing titanium and carbon fiber technologies. To market its performance products on new markets, including the USA where the company sees its largest potential market, owner/chief design engineer and former racer Igor Akrapovic is branding his company via the release of ultra custom motorcycles whose objective is of course to get the largest possible worldwide media coverage.
It’s the second time that Akrapovic commissions Slovania based Dreammachine Motorcycles to build such a custom motorcycle. The 1st one was “Morsus” and this one named “Moon” is described by the exhaust manufacturer as “a bike designed to avoid being categorized, and as such a bike that belongs nowhere and everywhere.” Continue reading ‘Out Of This World Promo Custom Motorcycle For Exhaust Manufacturer Akrapovic’
Filmakers Of Documentary “Why We Ride Named” Named AMA Motorcyclists of the Year
Published by December 13th, 2014 in Editorial and Events.
Bryan Carroll and James Walker, the creators of “Why We Ride” have been named as the 2014 Motorcyclists of the Year by the American Motorcyclist Association (AMA) Each year, the AMA Board of Directors presents the Motorcyclist of the Year Award to the person or people who had the most profound impact within the motorcycling community in the previous 12 months. The feature-length documentary “Why We Ride” promotes modern motorcycling across every discipline.
“Bryan Carroll and James Walker have produced what is arguably the most compelling demonstration for why we ride, short of physically experiencing riding itself” said AMA President and CEO Rob Dingman. “Their mission was to promote motorcycling to riders and non-riders alike. A year after its debut, their film has become one of the best advertisements for motorcycling available anywhere.” Continue reading ‘Filmakers Of Documentary “Why We Ride Named” Named AMA Motorcyclists of the Year’
Two Custom Indian Scouts Revealed At The New York Progressive International Motorcycle Show
Published by December 12th, 2014 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.
This weekend the New York Javits Center is host to the Progressive International Motorcycle Show (IMS) On the Indian Motorcycle display, 2 custom Indian Scouts by builders John Shope from Dirty Bird Concepts and Karlee Cob from Team Klock Werks were unveiled to the press, then to the public.
Following the launch of the Indian Scout in Sturgis, the first truly new Indian in over 70 years, both builders got a chance to test ride it in the Black Hills. Each, in their own words, say that they loved right away the design, and on the road the performance and reliability. Both got fired up at the at the idea of customizing one, but each had a very different vision of the way a custom Indian Scout should look.
Indian Scout 42 By Dirty Bird Concepts. Owner John Shope is well known for his custom baggers and co-starred in the television show Biker Battle Ground Phoenix, “So when I saw the new Scout I knew it was going to be a real player on the market – and when I had a chance to ride it – I was totally blown away by how great the engine and handling is” says Shope. His custom was built to reflect the sporting heritage of the Indian Scout. Known for its balance of chassis and power, the history of the Scout model name is framed by racing wins, world records and performances on the fabled “Wall of Death”. The custom work on “Scout 42” was done to increase the sport appeal of the motorcycle, without sacrificing the highly praised handling of the stock bike.
From a design standpoint the front of the motorcycle received the most attention. A custom fairing and chin spoiler bring a sport bike aesthetic to the Scout. Interestingly, Shope decided to leave the stock tank alone. “The designers knocked it out of the park. That’s the most bad-ass stock tank ever, I just love the shape.” While the foot peg location remains stock, “Bear Claw” pegs were mounted for increased boot traction, a Renthal handlebar pulls the rider forward into an aggressive stance and for more weight on the front end. A new chin spoiler changes the lines around the stock radiator and front frame member. A custom front fender compliments the tighter look. The Dirty Bird Concepts “Scout 42” will be on display in the Indian Motorcycle Display through the end of the International Motorcycle Shows tour.
Indian Scout Outrider By Klock Werks. The job of being one of the first to customize the new Indian model fell to Karlee Cobb. In 2008, at age 14, Karlee became the youngest person to set a land speed record at the legendary Bonneville Salt Flats. “So it seemed only appropriate that she would design one of the first 2015 Indian Scouts”, says Klock Werks owner Brian Klock. “She had the biggest grin after test riding the new Scout, so giving Karlee the reins on this project seemed a natural fit.” Changing the stance towards a more retro appearance was the first task on Karlee’s list. She swapped the stock 16” rims for a 18″ X 5.5″ rear and a 19″x 3″ front. Both Reveal Wheels from Performance Machine in “contrast cut” finish. A 180 and 130mm set of Dunlop tires ensure that the bike has great traction and handling to match the new attitude. Continue reading ‘Two Custom Indian Scouts Revealed At The New York Progressive International Motorcycle Show’
A lawyer boarded an airplane in New Orleans with a box of frozen crabs and asked a blonde flight attendant to take care of them for him. She took the box and promised to put it in the crew’s refrigerator. He advised her that he was holding her personally responsible for them staying frozen, mentioning in an arrogant manner that he was a lawyer, and threatened what would happen to her if she let them thaw out.
Shortly before landing in New York , she used the intercom to announce to the entire cabin, “Would the lawyer who gave me the crabs in New Orleans, please raise your hand?” Not one hand went up …. so she took them home and ate them.
There are two lessons here: 1. Lawyers aren’t as smart as they think they are. 2. Blondes aren’t as dumb as most folks think.
New JET Air Cleaner From Performance Machine
Published by December 11th, 2014 in Customs and Engines.
A new versatile design for this new JET air cleaner from Performance Machine that you can mount horizontally or vertically. Small and low design to not interfere with your leg/knee. It features an internal crankcase venting system and a reusable air filter. CNC machined out of aluminum. Available for Big Twin Carb (1993-2006), Big Twin Delphi EFI (2001-2015 except 2008-2014 FLH w/ Electric Throttle), FL Throttle by Wire (2008-2015), XL Sportster (1991-2015 except XR1200R)
Available in 3 different finishes. Show chrome. Contrast Cut (smooth anodizing with contrasting accents machined away) Black Ops textured matte finish and high-sheen contrasting accents machined away) MSRP $489.99. At your local PM dealer or Performance Machine 714-523-3000
Son Of Revolutionary Che Guevara Offering Harley-Davidson Tours Of Cuba
Published by December 11th, 2014 in Editorial and Events.
Ernesto Guevara, a lawyer and youngest son of Cuban revolutionary Che Guevara (1928-1967) has opened a Cuban tour agency named La Poderosa Tours selling Harley-Davidson rides around the island.
The different trips offered are called “Motorcycle Diaries” in reference to the 2004 movie about his father riding a Norton 500 from Argentina to Venezuela via Chile, Colombia and Peru from (December 1951 to July 1952.) Tour prices start at US$3000.
The multi-day tours include rides in the varied landscapes of Cuba, a visit to his father mausoleum and stays at five-star hotels… Ernesto Guevara is the coordinator of all tours and the main guide is Camilo Sanchez, son of Cuban guerrilla Antonio Sanchez Diaz also known as “Marcos”, a fighter killed during a 1967 battle.
The U.S. has an embargo with Cuba dating back to 1963 that restricts trade and tourism with the island nation except for certain deals on food and medicine. In 2011, the Obama administration allowed travel for U.S. citizens to make “people to people” trips. U.S. citizens can also visit the island with help from the right travel group. Since these changes, an estimated 100,000 Americans have traveled to Cuba each year.
Guinness World Records 60th Anniversary. A Video About The Ultimate Land Speed Record.
Published by December 11th, 2014 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Videos.To celebrate its 60th anniversary, Guinness World Records released a YouTube series chronicling the most amazing feats of the past six decades. The staff contacted me with the suggestion that I publish for my readers the video of one of the most coveted world record titles, the fastest land speed. Here it is with an interview of Richard Noble, land speed record holder 1983-1997, on what it takes to reach a cool 763.035 mph. By the way, the 2015 Guinness World Records book was just released. A great gift idea for the holidays. You can order HERE. Hardcover $14.47.
Low Budget Custom Honda 900RR. Only $1070 Plus Sweat Equity.
Published by December 10th, 2014 in Builders, Customs and Editorial.
Tadao Baba, the Japanese motorcycle engineer who conceived in 1992 the fun to ride/easy to control Honda 900RR (although he admitted crashing 4 of them, and not on purpose) must be surprised to see that some young builders not into the Asian bikes custom scene find a sudden interest in customizing his original creation. Paul Funk is one of them. Reason? A cheap to buy used super bike with a bullet proof 893 cc (54.5 cubic inch) engine in a very light frame (total bike dry weight is $407 lbs or 185 kg) and producing strong accelerations equaling at the time those of all competitors’ flagship sport bikes. Continue reading ‘Low Budget Custom Honda 900RR. Only $1070 Plus Sweat Equity.’
This Weekend At New York International Motorcycle Show. 2015 Indian Motorcycle Lineup And Two New Customs.
Published by December 10th, 2014 in Editorial.
Indian Motorcycle® announced its plans for this weekend’s Progressive International Motorcycle Show in New York City, plus other upcoming show stops across the country. Each event will prominently feature the stunning new 2015 Indian® Scout™ , the industry’s most talked about new middle-weight cruiser, the ultra-premium luxury touring Indian Roadmaster, the Chief Classic, the Chief Vintage, the Chieftain.
Attendees will also be treated to two new custom Indian Scouts. Custom builder and Bonneville Flats land speed record holder Karlee Cobb of Klock Werks Kustom Cycles has created “Outrider” inspired by the rough and ready attitude of the new model. Outrider is a bike that pumps up the attitude of the 100 horsepower bike, in a design that will inspire home custom builders. Also being revealed for the weekend is “Scout 42” designed by John Shope, owner of custom shop Dirty Bird. The Scout has long been recognized for its sporting heritage framed by racing wins, world records and performances on the fabled “Wall of Death.” The custom work on John’s “Scout 42” was done to highlight that legacy and give his bike an almost sport bike aesthetic, while not detracting from its core handling package. Continue reading ‘This Weekend At New York International Motorcycle Show. 2015 Indian Motorcycle Lineup And Two New Customs.’
Storz / Ceriani Steering Damper Kits for V-Rod
Published by December 10th, 2014 in Controls, Customs and Editorial.
Yes, V-Rod riders also have the need to improve their bikes. Intended for Harley V-Rod models with Inverted style forks (2009-2015), this complete bolt-on kit features a Ceriani 16-position adjustable, rebuildable, racing quality steering damper.
The purpose of a steering damper is to dampen oscillations in the front fork assembly (aka “headshake”) which can occur when the front wheel is deflected from its normal track by bumps, frame flex, tire reaction, etc.
Billet aluminum CNC machined mounting brackets, all necessary hardware and instructions are included. The steering damper bodies feature a polished back anodized finish with gold adjustment knob and end caps. Fork tube clamps are available in silver or back anodized finish to match the forks. See the complete Storz Performance online catalog. 805-641-9540
Narrow 2” Open Belt Drive For Harley Baggers
Published by December 9th, 2014 in Customs, Driveline and Editorial.
Open belt drives are great looking. Even on baggers. And a narrow one will even look better. Among other offerings, these smooth 2” open drive belt systems from Belt Drive Limited. One is specifically designed for 1990-2006 baggers and the other for 2007 and later models.
Each kit incorporates a unique top belt guard that fits precisely into a groove located between the motor plate and side guard. These are total packages, they include BDL’s smooth as silk, Ball Bearing lock up clutch. Kit is also supplied with a special pulley ratio that affords great overall RPM management. The new drives are designed to allow proper re-placement of the floor boards without any interference. At Belt Drive Limited Email tech@beltdrives.com.
Beveled Gaskets To Prevent Exhaust Leaks
Published by December 9th, 2014 in Customs, Editorial and Exhaust.
You know that new crush gaskets should be used when installing new exhaust headers. And when you do, it’s a good idea to use beveled pipe gaskets. The bevel edges tend to center the exhaust header pipe in the exhaust port, preventing the risk of leaks. For all Harley-Davidson motorcycles. Sold in pair. $13.95. At Samson USA.
Trials rider Julien Dupont rides around a 50 years old wooden roller coaster in Mexico City. The ride is 0.75 mile long and reaches a maximum height of 99 ft. Julien admitted he was nervous because not used to riding this kind of stuff. “My sickest ride ever!” he said.
I told you before. In my position, I get all the time unusual or weird emails and requests. Below an example. Flattering, but still a strange email, this one coming from Germany. Should I reply or not, risking to offend the sender in both cases. What would your answer? I am curious to know.
“Hi Cyril. Your custom bikes are really the best. In the next lines I would like to ask you for help. We are two designers, a graphic designer and an engineer. We are going to open a custom bike shop for Harleys in Bremen, Northern Germany. In this area we have two Harley dealers. But they make no custom bikes. Until today, we have done small jobs in our garage. But from January 2015 we start with our shop.
We have two questions. First: we have no reference images on custom bikes because we are beginners. Can you give us 6 pictures of your custom Harleys and 6 pictures from your custom parts, which we can use for our Web site? Second: Do you have a suggestion, how should we call our shop. With kind regards from Germany.” Zare.
Brougham. Best Modified Harley-Davidson At 2014 AMD World Championship Of Bike Building.
Published by December 8th, 2014 in Builders and Customs.
Many custom motorcycles have been inspired by automobiles. Very often the wrong way when the motorcycle ends up looking like a car. Occasionally the right way, when the car is inspirational for class, fluidity of lines or attitude. Julian Von Oheimb, owner of Germany custom shop One Way Machine remembers very well his first trip to the US with his father when they visited a friend who showed them his rare and very elegant 1958 hand-built Cadillac Eldorado 4-door coupe, one of the first cars with air suspension system, previously owned by actor Clark Gable. To build a custom motorcycle with as much class, without imitating it, became Von Oheimb’s new obsession.
“Brougham” is born from a 2001 Harley Deuce found on the show floor of an official Harley-Davidson dealer languishing with only 900 km (660 miles) on the speedo. A “new” 2001 bike that few builders would have touched and modified without first putting serious miles on it. Didn’t matter to Von Oheimb that all parts were as shiny as when they left the Milwaukee factory. He stripped the Deuce to bare frame and swingarm, cleaned and polished the welds, cut off all the factory brackets he knew he would not use. Then he built a mockup of his project, using a very modified Dyna front end, a set of rims (21” front, 19” rear) from the H-D Smooth Series wrapped in vintage Firestone tires. Continue reading ‘Brougham. Best Modified Harley-Davidson At 2014 AMD World Championship Of Bike Building.’
Radiused Breather Bolts For Your Harley-Davidson
Published by December 7th, 2014 in Customs, Editorial and Engines.
These breather bolts feature a good looking radius design with 5-ply sintered stainless steel mesh, providing the proper breathability for your motor while keeping a slim profile and a completely custom look. An internally broached allen allows for a quick and hidden installation method, with the stainless breather element and “circlip” finishing the job. A good match with your choice of custom air cleaner and carb support brackets.
They are available for Big Twin and XL Evo motors (SKU 003735), as well as 1996 – 2006 Twin Cam motors (SKU 003736). Chrome plated or black electroplated steel, $44.95 per set. At Lowbro Customs. or call toll free 1-855-4LOWBROW.
Fun And Safety During Night Riding
Published by December 7th, 2014 in Customs, Editorial and Painters.For safety and showing off during a night ride, photolumininescent paint is already a well known process. But it requires charging in the sun or with black light, probably the reason why very few have adopted this type of paint. Darkside Scientific, a research and development company that specializes in electroluminescent (EL) coating technologies, now offers Luminor, a much more practical break-through paint coating technology lighting up at the flick of a switch. No special tools or hardware is required, just the ability to paint and wire. Watch the video below produced by Progressive Insurance as part of their “Apron Project” campaign to reward those inventing solutions to improve motorcycle riding safety. See how incredible the paint job and helmet look at night. Add the safety factor of being seen at night. Some companies already offer training on how to paint and wire this innovative new product for the mere sum of $297.00.
La Rosa Design is known for their cool leather solo seats and bags for most Harley-Davidson models. And now, Don La Rosa uses the same leather to manufacture heat shields. Does leather withstand the heat? Protects you like any other metal heat shields? Yes, tells me Don. And it believe him. All his shields are offered in different lengths from 6” to 12”. And if course, design and leather color match the style of his seats and bags. Try and tell me. La Rosa Design.
Picture Of The Week. 1975 AMF Harley Davidson 250.
Published by December 6th, 2014 in Builders and Editorial.
Harley-Davidson Will Be Ready To sell Its LiveWire Electric Motorcycle When Next Generation Battery Technologies Are ready. This week, during a conference hosted by Wisconsin Sustainable Business Council , Harley-Davidson’s president and chief operating officer Matt Levatich stated that if the Harley electric motorcycle were mass-produced today it would sell for about $50,000, about 50% more than customers would want to pay. Right now, it’s too expensive and too limited in its range (50 miles) to be ready for launch. The LiveWire will be for sale when next generation battery technologies are ready.
Litigation Between Harley-Davidson Motor Co. And Hawaiian Distributor Cycle City in Hawaii. A lawsuit was filed in US district Court of Hawaii with plaintiff Cycle City alleging that Harley-Davidson has broken its Hawaii distribution agreement after trying to impose unreasonable financial terms. Cycle City has been an exclusive distributor of Harley-Davidson motorcycles, parts and accessories in Hawaii during the last 48 years and also owns and operates dealerships on the islands of Oahu and Maui. Two other Harley dealerships in Hawaii are owned by another company. During litigation, Harley continues to do business with Cycle City without a distribution agreement but with more restrictive terms and higher wholesale prices. In a first round of litigation, a US District Judge turned down Harley’s request to have the case transferred from Hawaii to Harley’s home state of Wisconsin where a jury trial would be expected to be more favorable to a local manufacturer. The case has implications for all manufacturers who usually succeed in getting lawsuits moved where they are headquartered, not where the dispute originated. Jury trial will be scheduled in Hawaii in 2015. Continue reading ‘Fast Motorcycle Industry News’
Fred Duban. The Story Of An Uncommon Custom Builder Told By Himself.
Published by December 5th, 2014 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Videos.
We live in a new world. Connected, networked, hyper-aware, rich, complex, sometime confusing. The inexorable rise of digital information, accelerated by the mobile revolution is radically shifting the dynamics of the marketplace and the way we communicate and take our purchase decisions.
One of the best ways custom motorcycle builders are taking advantage of the internet endless and boundless possibilities is via videos showing their work in progress, completed and being ridden. After all, custom motorcycles are human creations, evoke emotion, fulfill and delight us. Stage them with a good film director behind the camera, mix them with great music, and they become too many very strong objects of desire.
French builder Fred “Dub” Duban from Dub Performance is among those who know how to leverage new technology to build a strong shop brand. After producing many videos where he had promoted his work and documented his motorcycle trips, he goes further, offering an iBook about his professional life. The story of an uncommon custom builder told by himself. After 1 year of work it is available to download for free in 52 countries via iTunes. It means that for now you can watch and read it only on Mac computers, iPhones and iPads (with the most recent Maverick and Yosemite IOS). You can download the iBook HERE. But first, watch below the promo video (English/French)
Boss Blades and Zombie™ Levers Now Available for Harley Touring Models 2014-2015
Published by December 5th, 2014 in Accessories, Controls, Customs and Editorial.
Küryakyn’s top-selling Boss Blades and Zombie™ Levers are now available for ’14-’15 Harley-Davidson Touring models with hydraulic clutch. Boss Blades are available in chrome and feature a wide, deeply dished blade that offers a reduced reach while still affording the necessary range of motion needed to operate the clutch and brake levers.
For a more sinister look, the Zombie™ Levers offers comfortable contours and a dished back deliver high leverage with minimal reach. Zombie™ Levers are available in Chrome or Gloss Black, and the included skull and scalloped medallion inserts provide two options to add the perfect finishing touch. Both the Boss Blades and Zombie™ Levers fit ’14-’15 Electra Glides and Street Glides, ’15 Road Glides, and ’14 FLHRSE CVO Road Kings. They do not fit ’14-’15 Trike models. From $69.99 to $89.99. At Kuryakyn. (for dealers: Küryakyn will Attend the 2014 International Dealer Expo in Chicago December 5-7)
