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Bigger. Better. Faster. Here’s A look At The All-New Track Design For The 2018 DAYTONA TT.

Published by Cyril Huze December 14th, 2017 in Builders, Editorial and Racing.

Thanks to a thorough track redesign by seven-time A.M.A. Grand National Champion Chris Carr and made possible by utilizing the NASCAR pit road at Daytona International Speedway as part of the racing surface, the 2018 DAYTONA TT race track will be bigger, better and significantly faster when American Flat Track launches the 2018 season on March 15, 2018.

The 2018 American Flat Track season will kick off with the DAYTONA TT on Thursday, March 15. Tickets start at just $29 and are sale now. Get yours today by visiting Daytona International Speedway’s website or by calling 1-800-PITSHOP.

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4-1/2” Vector Clamp Ring For Stock H-D Spotlights

Published by Cyril Huze December 14th, 2017 in Customs, Editorial and Electrical.

Headwinds, the leader in custom headlights, introduces their new 4-1/2” Vector Clamp Rings for stock Harley-Davidson spotlights that match their 7” Vector Headlight Bezels for FLH’s.

These easy-to-install, clamp ring replaces the stock clamp ring, “french” the lamp and follow the curve of the stock spotlight for a continuous line and a stunning look.

Fully machined from 6061-T6 aluminum. Available in chrome or black anodized. Made by Headwinds in the USA. Contact Headwinds at 626-359-8044 or visit Headwinds.

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CycleSmiths Introduces The Lollipop. The First-Ever Frameless, All Glass Mirror.

Published by Cyril Huze December 13th, 2017 in Accessories, Controls and Editorial.

CycleSmiths introduces a revolutionary new line of frameless mirrors. The first-of-its-kind “Naked Mirror” design has no housing thanks to the special hardened glass which is three times stronger than a car’s windshield. Because of this, the CycleSmiths Naked mirror is the first all glass mirror on the market.

The first style of frameless mirror launched by CycleSmiths is the Naked Lollipop, which features a clean, subtly-tapered stem and round mirror that’s just as at-home on retro bobbers and choppers as it is on modern cruisers and baggers. The pivot-less design won’t vibrate out of place after tightening and only requires a 5/32″ Allen key to adjust.

The Naked Lollipop is available with a chrome or black stem and with clear or smoked 2-1/4″, 3″, or 3-1/2″ round glass to suit individual styles. Stems are also available in standard length, which places the mirror center 4″ up and 4-3/8″ out, and shorty length, which places the mirror center 3″ up and 2-1/4″ out. Since the glass can be easily removed from the stem, the stem can also be coated to match custom color schemes. CycleSmiths Lollilop Mirrors.

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Audi Abandoned Plan To Sell Italian Motorcycle Brand Ducati

Published by Cyril Huze December 13th, 2017 in Builders and Editorial.

In a sign of confidence that the carmaker expects to be able to carry the costs of its transformation, Audi’s chief executive Rupert Stadler said there is therefore no economic need to sell Ducati.

The original plan was to sell Ducati to reduce costs by 10 billion euros ($11.8 billion), cut red tape and deepen ties with fellow Volkswagen-owned (VOWG) brand Porsche.

The plan had already stalled in the summer when VW’s powerful labor unions, backed by the controlling Porsche-Piech families, opposed the logic and need for asset sales given the group’s financial resilience.

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Ciro Smartphone Holder

Published by Cyril Huze December 13th, 2017 in Accessories and Editorial.

Securely mount your Smartphone or GPS with a Ciro Holder. It is designed to be quick and simple, just flip the lever to lock your smartphone into the secure rubber molded fingers.

Never worry about draining your phone battery with the premium version. The Ciro Premium Smartphone Holder has a built in 1.3 amp USB plug-in so you’ll be able to charge as you ride. This is a great feature if you use navigation or listen to music from your phone. More info at CIRO 3D.

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Does Harley-Davidson Need A New CEO And Board?

Published by Cyril Huze December 12th, 2017 in Builders and Editorial.

By Rich Duprey (The Motley Fool)

As Harley-Davidson’s (NYSE:HOG) sales enter their fourth year of decline, investors should ask whether the motorcycle maker needs a shakeup. The problem may not just be the soft industry in which it operates, but rather also the front office in Milwaukee. Maybe instead of 100 new models in 10 years, Harley-Davidson needs a new CEO and board of directors.

A long way down Investing legend Warren Buffett once noted, “You only find out who is swimming naked when the tide goes out,” which is another way of saying that everyone looks like a genius in a bull market.

When times were good in the motorcycle business, it was easy for CEO Matt Levatich and the board to appear to be geniuses, but now that the tide is running out on the motorcycle bull market, the CEO and his board are increasingly looking like they’re swimming naked.

During Levatich’s tenure as CEO, which began in May 2015, total motorcycle sales fell 5%, U.S. sales are down more than 6%, foreign sales are off over 1%, and Harley-Davidson’s stock has tumbled 11%. Over that same time frame, the S&P 500 has gained more than 25%, and rival Polaris Industries (NYSE:PII) has seen sales of its Indian Motorcycle brand soar (its stock is down over 9%, but it has been dealing with a massive recall situation in other divisions of its company).

For investors, Harley-Davidson’s stock trades at the same price it did 17 years ago. It’s had ups and downs over that time, rising and falling beyond that threshold, but the fact remains there has been no value creation over nearly two decades.

While Polaris CEO Scott Wine agrees with Levatich that there are significant challenges facing the motorcycle industry today, he’s still managed to keep Indian sales growing at a double-digit rate. To get Harley-Davidson to start growing again, too, maybe it’s time the company had new leadership at the top.

Where are the motorcycle people? Levatich came to Harley in 1994, serving in a variety of capacities, until being elevated to the position of president and COO in 2009 before being appointed to his current position of president and CEO. Continue reading ‘Does Harley-Davidson Need A New CEO And Board?’

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Thought Of The Day

Published by Cyril Huze December 12th, 2017 in Editorial.

“Remember that money can come as quickly as it goes, but once it is gone, never comes back.”

Damon Brown, Author and Entrepreneur

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Mescalero Indian Apache Chopper

Published by Cyril Huze December 11th, 2017 in Builders and Customs.

As far as I know, Roland Sands is the first professional builder to use the 111″ Thunder Stroke Indian engine to build an old school chopper. And I acknowledge it looks pretty good on this type of machine. It must be the Thunder Stroke features inspired by the Power Plus motor of the 1940’s, like multi-directional finned valved covers, downright firing exhaust and right-hand drive.

It may surprise many that Roland Sands, whose trademark work is mainly custom Flat Trackers and Cafe Racers, went in this chopper direction, but there is a very good reason. It is designed to pay homage to a bike called “Peyote Puffer” built by his father Perry (founder of Performance Machine) in the 70’s. “I’ve always dug that bike, and this was my first opportunity to build something inspired by it. Obviously the finish is completely different as well as the character. This bike is a road bomber meant to go straight with your lady on the back”, says Roland.

When you will read that Mescaloro is a federally recognized Apache tribe of Southern Native Americans with reservation located in central New Mexico, you will better understand the type of retro treatment applied to this big rake chopper. The chromoly frame is a plunger suspension unit with the front setup with a Girder using an Öhlins shock absorber.

As it was done in the past a Mustang gas tank has been welded to the frame, then molded to it. The huge and comfortably padded 3″ tall sissy bar is made from high polished stainless steel and mated to a King and Queen seat. Bent mid ape-hangers mean Chopper with a big C. On the rear fender, a traditional Indian-head running light with a red LED keeps things (somewhat) legal. Continue reading ‘Mescalero Indian Apache Chopper’

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Harley-Davidson Posts Largest Contingency Package in American Flat Track History. $562,500 Payout To Privateer Riders.

Published by Cyril Huze December 10th, 2017 in Editorial, Events and Racing.

Harley-Davidson announced today its 2018 American Flat Track Contingency Program totaling $562,500 – the largest contingency posting in the 65-year history of the sport. The contingency payouts are available exclusively to privateer riders mounted on either Harley-Davidson XG750R or XR750 machines. Of course, to be eligible to collect contingency payouts while competing riders are required to run the official Harley-Davidson factory bodywork.

A total of $31,250 will be offered by Harley-Davidson at each of the 18 American Flat Track rounds in 2018. The contingency payout is structured as follows:: 1.$10,000, 2.$8,000, 3.$6,000, 4. $2,000, 5.$1,500, 6. $1,250. 7. $1,000. 8.$750. 9.$500. 10.$250.

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13th Edition Of CUSTOMBIKE in Bad Salzuflen, Germany (December 1-3, 2017)

Published by Cyril Huze December 9th, 2017 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.

More than 40 modified Milwaukee Eight Softails, customized from mild to wild, were presented at this show by both official dealers as well as by renowned custom builders and customizers and European parts manufacturers. The style? As usual, a low stance with fat rear tires and think steel short fenders. To be noticed, the 2018 Harley Softail line, including the new Sport Glide released a few weeks ago in Italy at EICMA, has inspired a 1.026-page catalog of o,e.9m aftermarket parts! To this add the custom parts imagined by all independents.

Blowing everybody’s mind, official dealer and customizer Thunderbike was on a 3-month rampage and did develop and adapt a record breaking of 130 parts specifically designed for the M8 Softails. In addition, the builder exhibited 14 modified or hardcore customized “Milwaukee Eight” powered Softail models! Others like Harley-Factory Frankfurt, HD-Bielefeld, Rick’s Motorcycles and German craftsmen like Werner Mueller, also presented custom M8 creations.

While CUSTOMBIKE can boast 13 years this year, it was 20 years ago that the small town of Bad Salzuflen became the focus of the Custom Scene. It is now home to what has become one of the most important and biggest custom parts and bikes related fair worldwide. Facts sheet. 3 Halls, 28.000 square Meters exhibition + “The Art of Racing” Exhibition, 300 Exhibitors, 350 show bike competitors. Next show: November 30-December 2, 2018 (photos @ H. Roesler for C. Huze)

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Kuryakyn Expands Aztec Collection For Indian Motorcycle Models

Published by Cyril Huze December 8th, 2017 in Customs and Editorial.

To create a common theme all over your Indian, Kuryakyn® is expanding its Aztec collection with new additions. Other additional Aztec products are currently in development and slated for release soon. View the entire collection at Classic Aztec. www.kuryakyn.com/classification/310/aztec.

The Aztec Stereo Accent and Aztec Gauge Cluster Accents are designed specifically for the restyled inner fairing on ’17-’18 Chieftain and Roadmaster models. The form-fitted accents feature an elegant grooved and beveled design that adds depth to the inner fairing’s contours, transforming the Ride Command® system’s surrounding panel and recessed area around the gauge housings. Both are made from durable injection-molded ABS, and utilize automotive-grade 3M® VHB™ for a hassle-free install.

• Aztec Stereo Accent: P/N 5198 – Chrome, 5199 – Satin Black MSRP: $39.99
• Aztec Gauge Cluster Accents: P/N 5186 – Chrome, 5187 – Satin Black MSRP: $49.99

The Aztec Primary Cover and Aztec Cam Cover Accent are available for all Indian models with the Thunder Stroke 111™ engine as direct replacements. The Aztec Primary Cover’s two-piece, bolt-on design includes an outer cover and center medallion to replace the stock cover and adhesive-backed headdress emblem. The center medallion is sized to match Indian OEM emblems and commemorative coins intended for use with the primary cover, offering a number of customizing options. The Aztec Cam Cover Accent installs easily in place of the factory emblem. Both are cast from A380 aluminum available in chrome or satin black finishes.

• Aztec Primary Cover: P/N 5705 – Chrome, 5706 – Satin Black MARP: $99.99
• Aztec Cam Cover Accent: P/N 5724 – Chrome, 5725 – Satin Black MSRP: $24.99

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Sturgis Motorcycle Museum Building A 2000 Sq.Ft Addition To Be Completed In 2019.

Published by Cyril Huze December 8th, 2017 in Editorial and Events.

Sturgis Motorcycle Museum & Hall of Fame Executive Director Myrick Robbins is overseeing the renovation and extension of the Sturgis Motorcycle Museum at Main aStreet And Junction Avenue in Sturgis. The first phase of the project was started with the demolition of part of the current building. The project will include an addition to the building on the north side and a new entrance on the east side. The remodeling will add 2000 additional square feet to the current 7000 square feet (both lower and upper levels). Basically, the museum will be the timeline of the Rally and will continue to recognize individuals or groups who have made a long-term, positive impact on the motorcycle community.

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1920 Style Indian Scout Solo Saddle

Published by Cyril Huze December 7th, 2017 in Customs, Editorial and Seats.

Want to go more retro with your new generation Scout? This 1920 style solo seat is a modern version of the original Scout seat of yesteryear.

The seat itself is mounted on a strong aluminum base sold separately. Seat is topped with foam and covered with tan leather. Easy installation.

Available in January. $379.99 . At Indian Motorcycle.

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Thought Of The Day

Published by Cyril Huze December 7th, 2017 in Editorial.

“Anyone who stops learning is old, whether at twenty or eighty. Anyone who keeps learning stays young. The greatest thing in life is to keep your mind young”

Henry Ford

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Saddlemen New “Step Up TR” Seat For Harley-Davidson Softail Slim and Blackline

Published by Cyril Huze December 6th, 2017 in Customs, Editorial and Seats.

The Saddlemen “Step Up” is the latest addition to their line of performance seats made for today’s edgy, aggressive rider based on years of association with stunters dating back to the late 1980’s and Doug Domokos, The original Wheelie King! It has many unique features. This new seat is conceived for the 2012-17 Softail Slim® and 2011-13 Softail Blackline® models and were created for a single main purpose: to create a saddle that keeps the rider in position and on the saddle under nearly all dynamic conditions. A specially designed lumbar support provides the ergonomics to keep the rider locked into place without compromising control or comfort for rider or passenger.

The Step-Up TR™ uses Saddlemen’s proprietary High Impact UltraFOAM™. Years of research and development have led to Saddlemen’s UltraFOAM™ formulated to create a perfect balance of rigidity and rider compliance; both required for control and enhanced comfort. Combined with Saddlemen’s exclusive GEL-Core™ Technology, the time spent comfortably riding increases dramatically. Gel-Core™ is engineered to dampen, divert, and deflect energy to create a smooth, therapeutic ride. High Impact Ultra Foam and GelCore are co-molded to reduces engine vibration by up to 50%, and direct impact forces by up to 92 %. The Step Up TR™ not only provides comfort, control and confidence, but also feature an edgy, aggressive look. The seat is covered with a seamless true tuck and roll stitch without visible seams, a motorcycle industry first.

Measurements. Driver: 14.75” length x 11.5” wide x 5.5” Lumbar Height. Passenger 12.5” Length x 6.75” wide x 30” overall length. Installs easily with all necessary mounting hardware and instructions included. Made in the USA. $459.00. Saddlemen seats are available at most local motorcycle shops served through Drag Specialties or call Saddlemen at 800-397-7709 for more info. http://www.saddlemen.com

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Pirelli Introduces New DIABLO ROSSO CORSA II Tire

Published by Cyril Huze December 6th, 2017 in Customs, Editorial and Wheels.

Using its 15 years as Official Tire Supplier to the FIM Superbike World Championship, Pirelli now merges its best technologies from race track and road to produce the DIABLO ROSSO™ CORSA II. It’s Pirelli’s First Multi-Compound Motorcycle Tire Transferring Race Track Performance into Street Versatility.

The latest member of the DIABLO™ Family applies brand technology Developed in the FIM Superbike World Championship with Multiple Compounds, Three on the Rear and Two on the Front, to Provide the Best Combination of Performance and Versatility with Grip that Sets a New Benchmark on both Dry and Wet Surfaces

Since the launch of the original DIABLO ROSSO™ CORSA in 2010, motorcycle torque and horsepower outputs have increased significantly and the introduction of sophisticated traction control systems and cornering ABS have enabled these performance gains to be applied by more riders at greater lean angles. It is for this reason that Pirelli designed the new DIABLO ROSSO™ CORSA II, increasing front grip during turn-in and braking in lean and rear grip at full lean angles from mid-corner to exit. The result is a tire that provides a confident “feel” in all conditions with outstanding performance and increased mileage.

DIABLO ROSSO™ CORSA II is intended for riders of mid-high performance motorcycles who enjoy a sports riding style on the street and not just on the racetrack. They desire a tire with fast warm-up, sports agility, excellent grip and consistent performance ready to compete against the challenges of everyday use.

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Picture Of The Week.

Published by Cyril Huze December 6th, 2017 in Builders and Customs.

“You may not have known I had issues with road rage in the past..I no longer have problems with road rage. Just wanted to let you know I’m over all of that now…”

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New S&S Cycle’s Mini Teardrop

Published by Cyril Huze December 5th, 2017 in Customs, Editorial and Engines.

Created in 1975, the S&S Teardrop Air Cleaner has long been and remains the iconic shape of v-twin performance. Adding to that legacy, the new Mini Teardrop is a compact version designed around the S&S Stealth high flow air cleaner system for a simple install and, in most applications, emissions compliant as well. Modern performance in a mini classic new design

A natural for the HD® Sportster® and Street®, but looks and performs great on Dyna®, Softail®, and touring models as well. Available in chrome or gloss black as a full air cleaner kit or a retrofit cover for existing Stealth air cleaners. Available direct from S&S or through your favorite distributor. More information at S&S Cycle Mini Teardrop.

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Suffragettes Coast To Coast Centennial Motorcycle Ride Announces Ten Starting Locations for 2020 Ride

Published by Cyril Huze December 5th, 2017 in Editorial and Events.

The Suffragettes Centennial Motorcycle Ride (SCMR2020) is announcing the ten cities that will be the starting points for the ride into Washington, D.C. honoring the 100-year anniversary of the 19th Constitutional Amendment. The female and couple-centric ride will start open registrations in 2018 for ten different routes that will all converge into Washington, D.C. in August of 2020 to celebrate American women’s right to vote in elections and honor the Suffragette movement that led the charge.

Three West Coast cities and seven other starting locations highlight the ride into Washington D.C. The primary route will start in San Francisco CA, with Los Angeles CA and Portland OR being the other full cross-country routes that will each take approximately three weeks. Other cities that will be starting points for shorter routes include Denver CO, Milwaukee WI, Dallas TX, Atlanta GA, New York NY, and Orlando FL. The New York and Orlando routes will curve west before merging into the primary east-bound trunk into D.C.

Several of the self-guided tours will incorporate adventure bike appropriate sections as well. “My passion for the past decade has been adventure riding,” says Alisa Clickenger, SCMR2020 co-producer. “Given the stunning beauty and remote areas of the country, and the many new full-size and exciting ‘light ADV’ models being introduced to the market, we know that there will be an interest in these beautiful touring opportunities with newfound sisters.”

Each route will all have unique stops and historical features relating to the Suffrage Movement, historical women in motorcycling, and of course the 19th US Constitutional Amendment. The epic beauty of the country will reveal itself as each individual tour group merges with others as they head East, with entertaining secondary meet-ups in cities such as Sturgis SD, St. Louis MO, Raleigh SC and Columbus OH. Final routes and timings will be confirmed in 2018 following extensive scouting by the SCMR2020 team.

SCMR2020 was envisioned to inspire women to choose to ride in an epic journey alongside other women and couples who aspire to challenge themselves as well as to respect and honor history. Riders and future riders can sign up for an email list at www.centennialride.com (please enable pop-up windows). Interested organizations, potential sponsors and media can connect via info@centennialride.com.

Ongoing news, rider training links, route maps, stories and features about inspiring female riders will be added to the website in the coming months.

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GPS Tank Bag

Published by Cyril Huze December 5th, 2017 in Accessories, Customs and Editorial.

Adventure seekers may be interested by this sport tank offering extra storage space and easy access to their personal electronics.

Constructed of 1680 d UV-treated ballistic nylon with Fibertech faux carbon fiber accent panels, flush mount carry handle and reflective piping.

The CL-2020 features two zippered exterior personal electronics pockets (1 GPS, 1 Smartphone) with a clear touch sensitive lens material that allows you to operate your electronics while zipped securely inside the two personal electronics pockets. Continue reading ‘GPS Tank Bag’

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Cute Naked Black Sportster Ironhead

Published by Cyril Huze December 4th, 2017 in Builders, Customs and Editorial.

The Sportster (code beginning with XL) is continuously produced since 1957 by Harley-Davidson. But the Ironhead engine is the original Sportster engine only produced from 1957 until 1985 when it was replaced by the Evolution engine in 1986. And for many custom builders and core bikers the iron cylinder heads (instead of aluminum) engine is the only one that should equip a true Chop or Bob job. And it could be even truer for them if Harley decides to release a completely redesigned Sportster line like it just dit it this year with the 8 new Softails. New mono-shock swingarm Sportsters coming in 2019?

This very cute and simple Ironhead was built and belongs to Boy Janssen of young shop Pancake Customs (don’t ask me why it’s called like that) in Rheden, Netherlands. An ex BMX guy with a weakness for the Japanese Bobber and the Californian frisco-style Chopper scenes, both influences that you can find in this custom project. Looking extremely minimalistic, but only only because of the extensive “cleaning” work performed on each square inch of this XLS. A raw custom job, yes, but almost as intensive in number of labor hours as one performed when building from the ground up. Continue reading ‘Cute Naked Black Sportster Ironhead’

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American Flat Track Announces 2018 Schedule

Published by Cyril Huze December 3rd, 2017 in Editorial, Events and Racing.

The 2018 American Flat Track 18-race season will start with a bigger, better, faster Daytona TT pn March 15, 2018 and will end with a Finale to be held in the New York City Metro.

America’s original extreme sport enters its 66th consecutive year of competition . In Daytona, inside the legendary tri-oval at the World Center of Racing, seven-time Grand National Champion Chris Carr has redesigned the track to better showcase the speed and ferocity of pro flat track competition.

American Flat Track has announced its 18-race calendar for the 2018 season, which begins with the DAYTONA TT at Daytona International Speedway on Thursday, March 15, 2018, and finishes up just a stone’s throw from downtown New York City. The Meadowlands Mile, an incredible new event to be held on the mile-long horse track at the famed Meadowlands Racing & Entertainment facility in East Rutherford, New Jersey, wraps up the season on October 6.

Comprised of eight Mile races, five Half-Miles, three TTs, and two Short Track events, the 2018 series features two new venues – the mile track at New Jersey’s Meadowlands Racing & Entertainment and the short track at Weedsport Speedway in Weedsport, New York – and one location returning to the calendar, the mile track at Canterbury Park in Shakopee, Minnesota. Both the Minnesota Mile and Meadowlands Mile will take place at high-end horse-racing facilities with modern amenities, while Weedsport Speedway, situated between Rochester and Syracuse, New York, recently received significant upgrades and is now hailed as one of the country’s finest dirt speedways.

American Flat Track enters its second year of broadcast coverage on NBCSN and fifth year of live streaming coverage on FansChoice.tv. The American Flat Track series concluded 2017 with record-breaking TV and live streaming numbers that resulted in the largest viewing audience in the storied history of the sport. An enhanced broadcast package, featuring improved coverage and exciting new broadcast airdates, is planned for 2018 and will be announced in the coming months.

Tickets for the 2018 running of the DAYTONA TT are now on sale and going fast. To reserve your seats at the World Center of Racing for the biggest spectacle of DAYTONA Bike Week, visit Daytona International Speedway’s website or call 1-800-PITSHOP. After the jump, complete 2018 American Flat Track Schedule: Continue reading ‘American Flat Track Announces 2018 Schedule’

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Vintage Style S1 Air Filter

Published by Cyril Huze December 2nd, 2017 in Editorial.

A vintage old racing air filter to dress your S&S E or G carburetor. Made of cast aluminum, unpolished. Size 6.75 x 4.5 x 1.75. Weight 2.5 lbs. Made in the USA. Free shipping in the continental United States. $299.95. Order at Kickstart Cycle

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Royal Enfield Presents The “Art OF The Motorcycle” During Art Basel Miami

Published by Cyril Huze December 2nd, 2017 in Builders, Editorial and Events.

Royal Enfield, the oldest motorcycle brand in continuous production, goes beyond motorcycles; it is a motorcycling sub-culture, a culture of explorations and adventures that artists try to express through their art.

Royal Enfield presents “The Art of the Motorcycle”, a series of four exhibitions taking place at select venues during Art Basel Miami Beach, from December 6 through December 10, 2017. The Art of the Motorcycle features the works of celebrated Miami artists: Brookhart Jonquil, Alexander Mijares and The Milagros Collective. Known for their artistry and craftsmanship, Royal Enfield is commissioning these local talents to interpret Royal Enfield in their own distinctive and unique artistic styles during one of the art world’s most illustrious seasons.

In the atrium of The Betsy-South Beach Hotel (1440 Ocean Dr, Miami Beach), Sculptor Brookhart Jonquil has created Odysseus, a Royal Enfield motorcycle hung within a mirrored, crystal-shaped structure. Jonquil describes Odysseus as, “suspended vertically in an infinite and immaterial space. The show opens on December 4,2017 with an opening reception on December 8, 2017 at 8PM. It will be on display until December 10.

At the Imperial Moto Café (7299 NW 2nd Ave, Miami), self-taught painter, Alexander Mijares, has painted a Royal Enfield motorcycle in bold, bright colors that convey the vibrancy and energy of Miami. Both Imperial Moto Café and Mijares challenge the norms of their industries, making an exciting fit. In his career as a neo-expressionist artist, Mijares has activated countless objects by painting them. Mijares’s work is in the personal collections of many noteworthy art collectors. His painted Royal Enfield motorcycle will be displayed from December 6, 2017 until December 31. Continue reading ‘Royal Enfield Presents The “Art OF The Motorcycle” During Art Basel Miami’

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Skid Plate For Your Sportster

Published by Cyril Huze December 1st, 2017 in Accessories, Customs and Editorial.

Constructed of 1/8″ Aluminum. Contours with the chassis of your bike. Debris escape holes on underside. For 1996-2003 or 2004-2017 Sportsters. Sold either with smooth sides (welds are ground and sanded) MSRP 189.95, or with exposed welds MSRP $ 149.95. Made in the USA. At Brass Balls Cycles.

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Harley-Davidson Motor Company is hiring. Starting pay is $15.50/Hour.

Published by Cyril Huze December 1st, 2017 in Builders and Events.

A press release indicates that the motor company is looking to fill positions with temporary full-time hours and potential overtime wages starting at $15.50. Those wages increase based on experience. The available positions include: Entry-level machine operators, Assemblers, Fork lift operators, Experienced CNC machine operators.

Harley-Davidson says the positions require a passing score on a basic skills assessment and the ability to pass a drug test and physical. Past manufacturing experience is a plus. If you are interested in a job at Harley-Davidson, you’re encouraged to call 414-342-9787 to schedule time to come in.

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