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Harley Sportster Trike Conversion Kits

Published by Cyril Huze March 1st, 2013 in Builders, Chassis, Customs and Editorial.

Why would you want to turn a Sportster into a trike? Because you own one, loves it, getting older? and would enjoy all the benefits that having a third wheel can provide…

Paughco is offering Sportster trike conversion kits that have been packaged so that they can be assembled in one shot or in stages with all pieces working seamlessly together and at an affordable cost.

Mix and match swingarms and axle assemblies to cover all 1986-up Sportster models whether fitted with chain or belt final drive.

Features include:

• New, US-made Paughco axle assemblies
• Use of wheels with GM/Chevy 5 x 4.75″ bolt pattern (sold separately)
• No cutting of your frame is required
• Posi-traction non-slip differential assembly
• Mount easily to existing swingarm and shock locations
• Gloss black powder coated axle assemblies and raw steel swingarm
• Axle assemblies include brake calipers and rotors

For complete details, pricing and ordering information call 775-246-5738 or visit Paughco

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Victory Motorcycles At 2013 Daytona Bike Week

Published by Cyril Huze February 28th, 2013 in Builders and Events.

Daytona Event Highlights

Demo Rides & Sales. March 9th to 16th. From 9 am to 5 pn. Located at the Speedway. Will include accessory and apparel sales. Present your active military card to move up to the front of the line.

Victory Bike Night. March 9th. From 6 pm to 10 pm. At the Broken Spoke Saloon.

Custom Bike Conest. March 13th at noon. At the Volusia Motorsports Dealership

Patio Party. March 13th at 5 pm. This will be located at BJ’s restaurant. Half price appetizers, beer, wine & cocktail. VIP parking.

Indian Victory Of Daytona Grand Opening. March 14th at 3 pm. Chamber Of Commerce ribbon cutting. Live radio remote from 97.5 WHO HOG. Refreshments, prizes & more.

Owners Ride & Reception. March 15th. This will be located at the Blue Grotto. It starts at 11 am and will run approximatively until 3 pm. Ride kicks off at Volusia Motorsports, escorted by the Volusia County Dept with celebrity rider R. Lee Ermey (The Gunny)

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Dual Power Source On Your Bike For Your Digital Devices

Published by Cyril Huze February 28th, 2013 in Customs, Editorial and Electrical.

Another USB charging solution for all those who can’t live 1 minute without their digital device(s)

This one is a dual plug because you carry and need at all times at least a fully charged smart phone and a music or GPS device or iPad or…

Featuring two USB ports and 2.1 amp output to provide enough juice for charging any modern device including iPads. Mount anywhere you choose including inside your tour pack, on the dash, or on your handlebars. $49.95. At Kuryakyn.

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2013 Inductees In Sturgis Motorcycle Museum & Hall of Fame

Published by Cyril Huze February 28th, 2013 in Editorial and Events.

The Sturgis Motorcycle Museum & Hall of Fame has announced the 2013 inductees into the Sturgis Motorcycle Museum Hall of Fame and the Freedom Fighters Hall of Fame.

“Still” Ray Fitzgerald, president of The Journeymen’s Motorcycle Club and chairman of the Arizona Confederation of Clubs, is the sole Freedom Fighters inductee. He has helped successfully build a number of ABATE chapters throughout Arizona, and was the Motorcycle Rights Foundation’s first Sustaining Motorcycle Club Representative. Continue reading ‘2013 Inductees In Sturgis Motorcycle Museum & Hall of Fame’

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Custom Bike Building In China

Published by Cyril Huze February 27th, 2013 in Builders, Customs and Editorial.

Should I promote Chinese parts when they are knock-offs of the originals made elsewhere? Of course, not. Should I promote all custom builders wherever their work is produced? Evidently, yes. You are looking at one of the creations of one of the most reputable motorcycle shops in Beijing, China opened in 2011 and called Bandit9. The name Bandit 9 comes from the idea that bandits, pirates and outlaws are the kings of innovation and of individualism…

This Far East shop intends to demonstrate to the world that China is able to create originals capable of competing with the craft of the well known custom shops around the world. And I must admit that with a small budget, “Hephaestus” (Greek god of blacksmiths, craftsmen, artisans, sculptors, metals), is a nicely designed bike, striking the right balance between being too glitzy or overly rugged. Continue reading ‘Custom Bike Building In China’

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Race Style Hand Levers For Harley Sportsters

Published by Cyril Huze February 27th, 2013 in Controls and Customs.

Sportsters are making a huge come back, especially with youngsters who often opt for a racy customizing look.

For them. these black 5-hole,drilled levers are perfect and are a bolt-on for front brake and clutch levers on 1996 to 2003 Harley-Davidson XL

For sale MSRP $49.99 at Lowbro Customs. (warning: very few in stock)

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Joke Of The Week. How Boobs Got Their Name…

Published by Cyril Huze February 27th, 2013 in Editorial.

Brilliant!!! I had no idea. You learn something every day. This is much simpler than I thought. No need to thank me. Just trying to keep readers informed and educated.

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Harley FXR Redesigned Corbin Chin Spoiler

Published by Cyril Huze February 26th, 2013 in Chassis, Customs and Editorial.

Designed to integrate the lines of the FXR into the bottom end for a more visually streamlined look, Corbin’s spoiler flows over the frame downtubes and features a large duct, specifically designed for proper engine cooling. Fits all Harley FXR chassis’ without any frame modifications. Designed to work with stock FXR foot controls, it also works with aftermarket forward controls requiring only minor modifications.
Continue reading ‘Harley FXR Redesigned Corbin Chin Spoiler’

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Harley-Davidson Ride On Ad

Published by Cyril Huze February 26th, 2013 in Builders, Editorial and Events.

The US is not the only country with economic difficulties. Almost all European consumers are also obliged to reassess their spending priorities.

Like Harley-Davidson did it here in the US from 2008 to 2011, the company is developing european campaigns positioning its motorcycles as the ultimate escaping tools. Unique Selling Proposition (USP): only our motorcycles can help you ride through the storm…

This ad just started to run this month in the UK. Advice to the art director and copy writer. Don’t write all your text in caps. More difficult to read…

Advertising Agency: Big Communications, London.

UK  Creative Director: Billy Mawhinney

Art Director: Ashika Chauhan

Copywriter: Gareth Hopkins

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Chasing Ice. A Must Watch.

Published by Cyril Huze February 26th, 2013 in Videos.

Nothing to do with motorcycles. Not a political statement about the environment. But you must all watch this. Nature at work…

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Icon 1000 Ural Quartermaster

Published by Cyril Huze February 25th, 2013 in Builders, Customs and Editorial.

Icon sells armored riding apparel and helmets. Ural builds rugged sidecar motorcycles able to endure the worst roads and weather conditions. And when both companies collaborate for a custom bike project, the result is what you are looking at. The Donor bike was a SoloT Ural inspired by Soviet naval ships, a true beast of burden and one for “end of days” use. The objective was to increase the bike long range and off-road abilities, requiring some intensive modifications. Continue reading ‘Icon 1000 Ural Quartermaster’

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Fast Motorcycle Industry News

Published by Cyril Huze February 24th, 2013 in Builders, Editorial and Events.

Harley-Davidson Opens Showroom In the Philippines. Construction of the showroom near the Mercedes Benz and Chrysler dealerships in Greenhills is under way and scheduled to open to the public on March 2. An initial shipment of 20 bikes was sent to the Philippines with exclusive distribution given to CATS Motors Inc., which is also the exclusive distributor in the Philippines of Mercedes Benz, Dodge, Jeep and Chrysler.

Zero Motorcycles Raised $7 million In Equity Funding. Zero has no difficulty raising money. In 2012, the company announced several equity deals, including an $8 million offering in January, a $9 million offering in May and a $6 million offering in November. Invus LP, a New York-based firm focused on companies that “transform” their industries, is another new investor in the electric motorcycle company. Zero Motorcycles, a 5-year-old company, is moving into a larger, more modern facility in Scotts Valley at the end of March. “Zero continues to grow each year,” said vice president of global marketing Scott Hardenf. “We’re still a startup but as we generate more and more revenues and sell more bikes, we’re working toward a break-even point in the near future. Excluding part-time workers and consultants, the company employs 92 people worldwide, 76 of whom work in Scotts Valley. A year ago, they employed 81 globally and 69 locally. Zero, which makes electric-powered motorcycles for the street and dirt riding, released a new line of bikes for 2013 with almost twice the horsepower of previous models as well as other modifications in technology. Zero motorcycles have a new motor, a new look and integrated smartphone technology. Continue reading ‘Fast Motorcycle Industry News’

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Saddlemen Introduces the Lariat Seat

Published by Cyril Huze February 24th, 2013 in Customs, Editorial and Seats.

Saddlemen introduces the Lariat, a low-profile solo seat with distressed brown leather cover for Harley-Davidson applications..

The Lariat features a genuine leather cover, SaddleGel construction, and optional backrests and pillion pads available separately.

The low-profile Lariat offers the rugged look of distressed leather combined with Saddlemen’s comfort-focused technology. The genuine tanned cowhide is paired with SaddleGel™ construction to add shock-absorption and improve weight distribution, making for a stylish yet comfortable ride. Continue reading ‘Saddlemen Introduces the Lariat Seat’

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Harley-Davidson Germany New Headquarters

Published by Cyril Huze February 23rd, 2013 in Builders, Editorial and Events.

Harley-Davidson Germany (correctly, should be called Harley-Davidson Deutschland) has re-located its offices from the long-time location at Walldorf-Moerfelden, just south of Frankfurt International Airport to Neu Isenburg, about 10 Minutes east of the Airport.

Currently, Germany is the biggest market for Harley-Davidson outside the US (60 dealers) with also a very strong presence in German speaking Austria (8 dealers) and Switzerland (18 dealers), a small country where Harley owns an outstanding 26% market share in the segment of heavy cruisers. In terms of sales, Harley-Davidson Germany had its best year ever in 2012 and is expecting even better results in 2013. Continue reading ‘Harley-Davidson Germany New Headquarters’

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Flashback. 3 Indians In 1915.

Published by Cyril Huze February 23rd, 2013 in Builders and Editorial.

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Harley-Davidson Stops The Music

Published by Cyril Huze February 22nd, 2013 in Builders, Editorial and Events.

On Wednesday, Harley-Davidson sent a memo to its manufacturing employees saying that all piped-in music, radios, listening devices will be removed from the York factory floor.

The message is clear and loud. Nothing must be heard except the sound of motorcycles being built and probably comments about the latest episode of a favorite TV reality show.

The memo, authored by John Dansby II, vice president for manufacturing reads: “As you are aware, it is imperative that we improve our safety and first-time quality performance. Too many distractions and potential hazards still exist in the workplace that impact our performance every day.” (photo @ harley-davidson) Continue reading ‘Harley-Davidson Stops The Music’

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A Special Custom Motorcycle About To Be Born…

Published by Cyril Huze February 22nd, 2013 in Builders, Customs and Editorial.

In their Mad Jap Kustoms shop in Calgary,Canada Dale Yamada and Lock Baker are building a new very special project for the upcoming Born Free 5 Bike Show (Saturday June 29 at Oak Canyon Ranch in Silverado, California). I show you a lot of custom bikes when completed. Here is one in the making.

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New Kuryakyn Mach 2 Horn Cover

Published by Cyril Huze February 22nd, 2013 in Accessories, Customs and Editorial.

For those who kept their Harley-Davidson “cowbell” horn, and those who need to use one, these new horn covers match Kuryakyn Mach 2 or Alley Cat air cleaners. The Mach 2 Horn Cover is available in all chrome or black and chrome to complement many style of bikes. Featuring a die–cast construction and fitting all 1995 to 2013 H-D Models with cowbell horn assembly. M.S.R.P. $89.99. Kuryakyn Mach 2 Horn Cover.

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What Makes Some Motorcycles So Valuable

Published by Cyril Huze February 21st, 2013 in Builders and Editorial.

Ask any auction house and they will tell you the 4 main factors determining a motorcycle value, up to $1 million (true also for cars). In no particular order, depending of the motorcycle. 1- How rare a notion referring to how many were produced but also how many are known to be available in their original manufacturing condition. 2- Was the motorcycle a technological breakthrough at the time it was produced, for example engine, driveline, speed, etc. 3- A successful racing history. 4- It’s association with a celebrity, famous photo, famous movie, etc.

Total Car Score compiled a list of the 10 most valuable motorcycle. This list evolves with time and auctions…

10. 1940 Crocker: 40 hand-built Crockers were produced in the early 1940s. They had 1,000 and 1,500 cc engines with 3-speed transmissions, and reached a speed of 120 mph. Rhe remaining models can bring in more than $200,000. One 1940 Crocker sold in an August 2012 at a Bonham’s auction for $302,000.

9. 1939 Vincent-HRD Series-A Rapide: This model features a fully suspended rear end, a foot operated shifter, a 4-speed transmission and a side stand. Its 45 horsepower, air-cooled twin V engine could also produce speeds 1of 00 mph. Prices can go higher than $300,000, and one sold at a Bonhams auction in April 2012 for approximately $354,548.

8. 2011 Ducati Desmosedici GP11 This graduate of Ducati’s MotoGP team was ridden by Valentino Rossi in the 2011 season and sold in May for $312,000.

7. 2010 Ducati Desmosedici GP10: This machine’s claim to fame was it was ridden by Ducati rider Casey Stoner for the 2010 MotoGP season, earning four victories. It sold at auction last May for a Ducati record-breaking price of $320,000. .

6. 1907-1908 Harley-Davidson Strap-Tank Single: It was started up by using the pedals to crank the motor. That engine was a 570cc single cylinder connected to a single belt drive for a speed that topped out at 50 mph. Prices on these can vary depending on condition, but the value is increasing in sales venue. One sale reached $350,000.

5. 1949 Vincent Black Lightning Supercharged: A British dealer of this Vincent Black Lightning rigged it with a supercharger. It never did break any speed records, but many years later in 2008 it did break a different kind of British record, when it sold iFor $383,400.

4. 1929 Brough Superior SS100: The Brough was guaranteed to hit 100 mph, and in the 1920s and ’30s, it was considered the Rolls-Royce of motorcycles. Advanced suspension and frame design made the bikes extremely capable by the standards of the era. Prices can go anywhere from $100,000 to $400,000. One sold for approximately $148,000 at a Bonham’s auction in October 2010. Continue reading ‘What Makes Some Motorcycles So Valuable’

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Custom 1/4 Fairing For Harley-Davidson Fat Bob

Published by Cyril Huze February 21st, 2013 in Chassis and Customs.

Created by and exclusively available from Dougz Custom Paint And Fabrication, a new custom 1/4 fairing for HD Fat Bob that will not obstruct your view while riding. The mounts are attached to the fairing using five 8/32 button head bolts. Delivered (almost) ready to paint. Currently at start of production, shipping time is about 2 weeks. MSRP is $517.80. Doug Wozney is offering a 5% discount to those ordering the combo 1/4 fairing + chin fairing.

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Joke Of The Week. Southern Cops Have A Way With Words

Published by Cyril Huze February 21st, 2013 in Editorial.

These are actual comments made by South Carolina Troopers that were taken off their car videos.

1. “You know, stop lights don’t come any redder than the one you just went through.”

2. “Relax, the handcuffs are tight because they’re new. They’ll stretch after you wear them a while.”

3. “If you take your hands off the car, I’ll make your birth certificate a worthless document.”

4. “If you run, you’ll only go to jail tired.”

 5. “Can you run faster than 1200 feet per second? Because that’s the speed of the bullet that’ll be chasing you.” (LOVE IT)

 6. “You don’t know how fast you were going? I guess that means I can write anything I want to on the ticket, huh?”  

 7. “Yes, sir, you can talk to the shift supervisor, but I don’t think it will help. Oh, did I mention that I’m the shift supervisor?”

 8. “Warning! You want a warning? O.K, I’m warning you not to do that again or I’ll give you another ticket.”  

 9. “The answer to this last question will determine whether you are drunk or not. Was Mickey Mouse a cat or a dog?”  

 10. “Fair? You want me to be fair? Listen, fair is a place where you go to ride on rides, eat cotton candy and corn dogs and step in monkey poop.”   Continue reading ‘Joke Of The Week. Southern Cops Have A Way With Words’

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Precision Billet Fleur Edition Floorboards

Published by Cyril Huze February 20th, 2013 in Controls, Customs and Editorial.

The latest in custom floorboards comes from Precision Billet. The Fleur edition is inspired by a symbol as old as time itself. That you need or not, that you want this model or not, one must admire the precision milling of these 6061 T6 aluminum floorboards. As with all of their editions, the series is limited to only 2500 sets. $429 the pair. Precision Billet Precision Custom Accessories.

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Erik Buell Racing to Host Dealers At American International Motorcycle Expo

Published by Cyril Huze February 20th, 2013 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.

The American International Motorcycle Expo (AIMExpo) announced that Erik Buell Racing (EBR) will be hosting its dealers at the groundbreaking event in October. EBR joins an expanding list of motorcycle OEMs participating in AIMExpo, the powersports industry’s first combined trade, consumer and media event in North America.

Since introducing its first street motorcycle – the 1190RS – in mid-2011, EBR has quickly become a highly-respected brand thanks to its integration of pioneering American technology to create innovative high performance machines that appeal to the highest level of global sport bike customers. Based in East Troy, Wis., EBR’s presence is built off a strong racing heritage and the unique vision of founder Erik Buell.

At AIMExpo, EBR will also display its newest motorcycles, which will add to the excitement of the award winning 1190RS model. The 1190RS has impressed the motorcycling world with multiple podium finishes in the 2012 AMA Superbike Championship.

“AIMExpo is adding excitement to the revitalized motorcycle industry, and is occurring at a great location and time, when dealers and riders are planning their purchases to be ready for the next riding season,” said Erik Buell. “We are delighted to join in this celebration of motorcycling.” Continue reading ‘Erik Buell Racing to Host Dealers At American International Motorcycle Expo’

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Chop Of The Week

Published by Cyril Huze February 20th, 2013 in Builders, Customs and Editorial.

Faithful reader Mark Strunk & son built this long chop together in the garage for a mini budget. It runs around 55 mph with a 200 lbs man on it. Good enough for a short feature in my news website. Congrats to both.

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New Indian Motorcycle Engine Revealed To The Public March 9th In Daytona Beach During Bike week

Published by Cyril Huze February 19th, 2013 in Builders, Editorial and Events.

The new Indian Motorcycle engine that will power the next generation of Indian Motorcycle models will be revealed during Daytona Beach Bike Week in less than a month. It will happen Saturday March 9th at 9 pm Eastern Time at Dirty Harry’s bar on Main Street in Daytona Beach. Continue reading ‘New Indian Motorcycle Engine Revealed To The Public March 9th In Daytona Beach During Bike week’

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Bad Dad’s 957 Taillights

Published by Cyril Huze February 19th, 2013 in Customs, Editorial and Electrical.

They can be used on any custom project rear fender and of course on your custom saddlebags.

The 957 Taillights are CNC’d from billet aluminum and hold a pair of very bright LED lights.

The lights measure 9-1/2” long by 1-1/2” wide and are available in raw, black powder coat, and chrome.

An additional plug-n-play wiring harness with load equalizer is available for easy installation. Made in the USA. Order at 260.407.2000 or visit Bad Dad

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