The Sturgis Buffalo Chip®, a longtime supporter of the military is pleased to welcome the Warrior Foundation to the Buffalo Chip® during the Sturgis Motorcycle Rally. The Warrior Foundation was founded to assist, honor and support military men and women who have bravely served and sacrificed for our country. The Warrior Foundation display will include the “Warrior Chopper” bike build that is being built by 5 Marines that were wounded in action. The public is invited to the Buffalo Chip Military Tribute Day on Thursday August 9, 2012 to visit the Warrior Foundation display, meet the brave Marines that are building the amazing custom bike and learn more about the Warrior foundation. See more details and information at Buffalo Chip.
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Sturgis Buffalo Chip Welcomes Warrior Foundation
Published by July 31st, 2012 in Editorial and Events.2013 Victory Boardwalk. From Classic Laid-Back Cruiser To Light Bagger.
Published by July 30th, 2012 in Builders, Editorial and Events.
The new Boardwalk model joins the Victory Judge, High-Ball, Jackpot, Vegas 8-Ball & Hammer 8-Ball in the line of Victory Cruisers. Low, comfortable, versatile along with an impressive collection of accessories that make it a comfortable 2-up cruiser for quick get-aways across town or down the open road. A bike for unstressed cruising, with a new two-piece seat, a low seat height, large unencumbered floorboards and the widest handlebars of any Victory model. Want to extend your trip, ride 2-up and carry some extra gear? Easy. It takes just minutes to add several new Lock & Ride® accessories to customize your Victory Boardwalk and turn it in a light Bagger.
The engine is solid-mounted in the frame, making it a stressed member of the chassis, creating outstanding torsional rigidity and enhancing handling with predictable tracking through corners. The Victory Boardwalk is powered by the strong, proven and reliable Victory Freedom® 106/6 drivetrain – a 106-c.i. V-Twin teamed with a 6-speed transmission with overdrive. This air- and oil-cooled engine is fuel-injected and counter-balanced, so it delivers smooth, efficient, reliable performance. with engine serving up to 113 ft.-lb. of torque with recommended oil change interval only every 5,000 miles. Continue reading ‘2013 Victory Boardwalk. From Classic Laid-Back Cruiser To Light Bagger.’
Tough Deluxe Softail By Exile Cycles
Published by July 30th, 2012 in Builders, Customs and Editorial.
Quite difficult to title a custom bike built from the ground with after-market parts and to insure it in a state like California. A much safer approach is to own a street legal factory Harley (or other brand) and to have it customized, finding the right balance between bespoke and the legality and comfort of stock. Since 2006, North Hollywood, CA based builder Russell Mitchell at Exile Cycles has devoted most of his creativity at designing a full line of custom parts letting you (or him) completely re-design a Harley, giving it a full one-off appearance while still preserving its Milwaukee pedigree.
Faithful to the style which has always been his own, Russell likes to build bikes with an industrial/tough look, as dark looking as possible, even when painted in silver… This new project that he named “Tough Deluxe” is darker than the darkest bike of the Harley “Dark Series”, conceived like its main purpose is to piss off the mainstream Harley riders and to terrorize the neighborhood. Continue reading ‘Tough Deluxe Softail By Exile Cycles’
The Brand New 2013 Victory Boardwalk Cruiser Here Tonight July 30 At 8 P.M. Eastern (5 P.M. Pacific)
Published by July 30th, 2012 in Builders, Editorial and Events.
Come back this Monday evening July 30, 2012 to see and read about the new Victory Boardwalk Cruiser.
Pictures and tech sheet will be posted at at 8 p.m. Eastern (5 p.m Pacific time)
Yesterday Saturday the 28th of July 2012 at 6.30 p.m. Pacific Time, Russell Frank Mitchell and Rachel Diane Reza got married on a beach in Malibu.
The following reception was held at the Sunset Restaurant in Malibu, California with family and friends in elegant beach attire.
Russell & Rachel are going fto spend their Exile honeymoon in Bora Bora, French Polynesia, for sure the most beautiful island on this planet.
My best wishes to both for a very happy and long life together.
Exclusive official wedding picture, copyright Steve Kelly for Cyril Huze
Huge Early Torque Increase On 2007-Up Harley Twin Cams®
Published by July 29th, 2012 in Customs, Editorial and Engines.
The new Red Shift® 525 Cams deliver an impressive gain in HP, with a HUGE increase in early torque – right where you accelerate around town and cruise on the highway!
Perfect for 96” and 103” Touring models, this Red Shift Cam was developed to deliver immediate passing power. Mountains? Passengers? Heavy Trikes? No Problem! Red Shift® 525 cams are the industry’s most powerful bolt-in cams for engines with unmodified heads.
These cams take a stock 96” or 103” engine and turn it into an extremely fun to ride, quick to accelerate performance machine. Zipper’s Performance Products Tel. 410.579.2828
Sturgis Easyriders Saloon Litigation Update. Easyriders Name To Be Kept While Litigation Is Pending.
Published by July 28th, 2012 in Editorial and Events.
Alleging that Paisano didn’t fully performed all conditions and obligations required under the License Agreement and failure by Paisano in finding vendors to rent space around the property during the 2012 Sturgis Rally, the Saloon owners had removed the Easyriders signs inside and outside the Saloon & Steakhouse and also all branded for sale merchandise and clothing.
A District Court issued a preliminary injunction against the owner of the Easyriders Saloon in Sturgis, SD ( A company named KSLB&D Inc.) in favor of Paisano Publications.
The court found that the Saloon & Steakhouse owners were contractually obligated to retain the name “Easyriders Saloon” throughout the pendency of the litigation between the parties. Continue reading ‘Sturgis Easyriders Saloon Litigation Update. Easyriders Name To Be Kept While Litigation Is Pending.’
Paughco Linkert Style Brass Cover For Late Model S&S Carburetors
Published by July 28th, 2012 in Customs, Editorial and Engines.
Harley-Davidson Flatheads and Knuckleheads were using the “hair dryer” shaped Linkert carburetor cover.
Thanks to a little bit of re-design of this Linkert cover by Paughco, it’s now possible to add the same old school charm, this time in brass, to your bike equipped with a late model S&S E or G carburetor.
Sold with rear bolt spacer and hardware for easy install. Not an air cleaner with filter, just a cover. At Paughco Online.
UFC Champion Frank Mir Joins Annual H.O.G. Event At The Sturgis Buffalo Chip.
Published by July 28th, 2012 in Events.
The Sturgis Buffalo Chip® home to the official Harley Owners Group® (H.O.G®) event on Wednesday August 8, 2012 is pleased to announce the addition of former UFC Heavyweight Champion Frank Mir to the annual H.O.G.® Buffalo Chip Experience. Frank Mir will join other dignitaries onsite at the Buffalo Chip® and participate in the exclusive Harley-Davidson owners only reception and celebration.
Join Frank Mir and Harley-Davidson owners from around the world as they come together at the Chip during the Sturgis Motorcycle Rally for a one-night only celebration. H.O.G.® members can reserve their special event pass now at HOG Members.
Frank Mir is one of the most accomplished and feared Heavyweight fighters in the UCF. Mir is a two time Heavyweight Champion and currently holds the record for most victories in the Heavyweight division of the UFC with 14, as well as the most wins by submission in UFC history with 8. Continue reading ‘UFC Champion Frank Mir Joins Annual H.O.G. Event At The Sturgis Buffalo Chip.’
Erik Buell Racing Gets $20 million In Investment Funding. Erik Buell Racing has received $20 million in foreign investments to allow the upstart OEM to expand its motorcycle production and create about 200 jobs. The $20 million in investment funding comes from investment fund manager FirstPathway Partners LLC and will help EBR produce additional models of sport bikes and expand its international exports. “EBR motorcycles are made in America and in great demand worldwide,” said Bob Kraft, chairman, CEO and founding partner of FirstPathway Partners. “This investment will create good manufacturing and engineering jobs in Wisconsin for skilled American workers and greatly strengthen a local company’s position in the global marketplace.”
Harley-Davidson Outsources Datacenter To Infosys Based In India And Creates New IT Jobs Within The Company In Milwaukee. Is it another story of American jobs lost to offshore outsourcing? Not as simple as it appears. If it’s true that this decision will result in the loss of 125 jobs, including 83 jobs at Harley’s Wisconsin headquarters, the Indian company, Infosys has already a large presence in the US with 16 existing US facilities and in 2012, hired over 1200 people to staff those facilities in the US. The contract with Harley requires that they open a facility in Milwaukee, which will increase the size of Infosys’ US presence and will open up 125 jobs, equal to the number of jobs being lost at Harley-Davidson. Out of this 125 jobs, 70 will be directly on the Harley project. Harley will be encouraging employees whose jobs have been outsourced to apply for these jobs, and will keep their base pay and years of service credit that they acquired while working at Harley-Davidson. With Harley planning on creating 68 IT jobs within the company to manage the current and future needs of Harley’s IT growth, that is a net gain of 68 jobs in the Milwaukee IT community. Continue reading ‘Fast Motorcycle Industry News’
New businesses are often born out of frustration. In the case of Marrs Cycles, its young founder Kacy Marrs was unable to ride, recovering from an injury sustained doing a half-time freestyle motocross show for the NHRA. Then, it struck him. Why others are building hotrods and custom motorcycles, why not incorporate the Southern California culture and lifestyle into electric bicycles for the ultimate along the coast cruising experience. Continue reading ‘So-Cal Electric Ride’
Jay Allen’s Road Show At The Sturgis Thunderdome
Published by July 27th, 2012 in Editorial and Events.
A lot of entertainment around the Black Hills during the 72nd edition of the Sturgis Rally. Jay Allen has his own Road Show at the Thunderdome (12976 SD Highway 34, Sturgis.) There will be a INK TATTOO & ARTS FESTIVAL open daily, August 3 – 11, 2012 from 11:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. with a $10 per person admission. Parking inside the Thunderdome for all bikes 1984 and older. You will be able to meet with builders, appearances by artist David Uhl & author Timothy Remus, and a very long list of daily activities that I publish after the jump. Continue reading ‘Jay Allen’s Road Show At The Sturgis Thunderdome’
Man Accused Of 186 MPH or 300 KM/H Motorcycle Ride On Trans-Canada Highway Turns Self In
Published by July 26th, 2012 in Editorial and Videos.A British Columbia man named Randy George Scott, 25, turned himself in Tuesday night charged in connection to a YouTube video of a motorcycle speeding at 186 mph (300 km/h) on a Vancouver Island highway. The video posted in April 2012 sparked a manhunt for the rider of a blue Yamaha spotted weaving a dangerously high speeds in-and-out of traffic on the Trans-Canada Highway. Initially, a woman who owned the motorcycle was investigated by police and reportedly fined. On July 10, police announced an arrest warrant for Scott. He is now going to be charged with one count of dangerous operation of a motor vehicle.
Collection Of 71 Immaculate Post-War MV Agusta Motorcycles To Be Sold In One Lot!
Published by July 26th, 2012 in Builders, Editorial and Events.
71 Bikes. One motorcycle brand. To be auctioned in one Lot. Unprecedented and foolish? We will know very soon. These machines represent the life’s work of Gary Kohs, the world’s foremost steward of MV Agusta history, the most titled, championship-ladened motorcycle brand in Italian history. An auction to be held August 16-18 at the Hyatt Regency Hotel & Spa in Monterey, California. You can only buy the complete lot and in doing so the winning bidder will get ownership of 71 authentic, correct and immaculate machines spanning over half a century. A museum collection in one check, building to house it not included. Continue reading ‘Collection Of 71 Immaculate Post-War MV Agusta Motorcycles To Be Sold In One Lot!’
Many like the option of charging the battery of their USB connecting devices (Smart Phones, iPhones, GPS, MP3 Players, etc) while on the road.
To never run out of power, a very simple and I think the smallest solution is to equip your bike with a device like the Highway Hawk USB Charger Plug.
The charger plug transforms the power to 5V at 2A. It comes with 46″ of wire to connect to your 12 V battery and can easily be fitted to 7/8″ and 1″ handlebars. MSRP $35. Distributed in the USA by Aeromach Mfg. 800-990-9392
10th Annual Ride For School Supplies Organized By Indian Motorcycles Of Twin Cities Is August 19, 2012
Published by July 26th, 2012 in Editorial and Events.
Long time reader of my news website Art Welch will be hosting his “10th Annual Ride For Children’s School Supplies “August 19th. The ride will start at the Indian Twin City’s Dealership, Polaris’s hometown dealership and will be led by Kiwi” Mike Tomas, along with his wife Carolyn and son. “We have people coming from all over for this event! Texas, Missouri, Canada, California, and Seattle!”, Art says. “Hopefully this will become a national event every year as we always hold it the weekend after Sturgis.”
School Supplies have been given away locally to schools in need with some also going to some of the poorest Native American Reservations such as Pine Ridge, and this year also the Rosebuds in the Dakotas. During this ride, a pilot documentary will be shot to be submitted to the Discovery Channel, History Channel, and the Velocity Channel for further review as a possible series regarding Indian Motorcycle’s History and Mystique More info and pre-registration at Indian Of Twin Cities.
Maximizing Motorcycle Luggage Capacity
Published by July 25th, 2012 in Accessories, Builders and Editorial.
Harley-Davidson claims that these Shrink Sacks (P/N 90200719, $15.95 Medium; P/N 90200721, $17.95 Large) will make the most of touring luggage space by collapsing and “shrinking” bulky clothing. Simply load the bag with soft goods, seal it, roll it to evacuate the air and the compressed Shrink Sack occupies a fraction of the space that used to fill a Tour-Pak®, saddlebag or Premium Luggage bag. Each kit includes three bags with a Bar and Shield logo, a carry handle, and a label area to mark its contents. The medium Shrink Sack fits in saddlebags, Premium Luggage and Tour-Pak luggage. The large Shrink Sack fits Tour-Pak luggage, Tour-Pak Rack Bags and Touring Bags. At your Harley-Davidson Dealer
Harley-Davidson Air-cooled Twin Cam 110™ engine. Did You Know?
Published by July 25th, 2012 in Builders, Editorial and Engines.
The Harley-Davidson CVO Road Glide Custom model(FLTRXSE) is equipped with an air cooled 110″ Twin Cam engine (most of rest the lineup uses a 103″.) Anachronistic engine? Yes, for sure, but Harley fans are attached to air cooled engines and don’t want their bikes (EPA permitting) to be equipped with a radiator.
Summer heat, triple digit temperatures, stalled in traffic. So, how does Harley succeed at avoiding its air cooled powerful engine (122 lb-ft torque) to melt under your seat? Continue reading ‘Harley-Davidson Air-cooled Twin Cam 110™ engine. Did You Know?’
Another brand new floorboard model by Precision Billet Products. This one with more attitude than ever. CNC crafted from 6061-T6 aluminum and hand inlaid with Anti-Skid highly density rubber giving a look like no other floorboards you have ever seen.
Available in show chrome or Powder Coated in virtually any color to match your bikes finish. Direct bolt-on replacements on all HD models equipped with OEM floorboards. Floorboards measure 15.25″ x 6.00″ x .75″.
Assassin Floor Board Kit includes the Right & Left Floor board and mounting bracket. Available in show chrome or powder Coated (in virtually any color to match your bike finish with 2 weeks for delivery of custom color.) Other matching accessories at Precision Billet Products or call 480-813-1833.
Drag Specialties Will Not Exhibit At The 2013 Indianapolis Dealer Expo. Will Produce Regional Showcases.
Published by July 25th, 2012 in Editorial and Events.
A message from Greg Blackwell, VP of Sales Drag Specialties/Parts Unlimited
We would like to advise you that we have decided not to exhibit in the 2013 Indianapolis Trade Show. We have been very disappointed with the turn-out of dealers over the past several years and feel that we can no longer justify the cost to participate. We feel that our own Showcase Events produce a better return on investment for LeMans and our Vendors as we are able to meet with more Dealers on a national level.
We are excited to announce that we will produce a West Coast Regional Showcase on March 23-24, 2013 in Anaheim, CA and a Northeast Regional Showcase on April 6-7, 2013 in Valley Forge, PA. Our plan is to produce a Reno Style Showcase where we will feature over 200 vendor booths in each of these shows. We will host a Saturday afternoon Rep/Dealer preview, a Saturday evening Meet & Greet and a Sunday Showcase. We are very excited about the prospects that these shows offer given the high concentration of Dealers in both of these areas. Preparations are being finalized and invitations will be sent very soon. Continue reading ‘Drag Specialties Will Not Exhibit At The 2013 Indianapolis Dealer Expo. Will Produce Regional Showcases.’
Polaris Reports Record Second Quarter 2012 Results
Published by July 25th, 2012 in Builders, Editorial and Events.
Net income increased 43% to $69.8 million, or $0.98 per diluted share, with sales increasing 24% to $755.4 million, setting second quarter sales and earnings records. North American retail sales sustained considerable momentum, rising 17% year-over-year in the second quarter. All product lines experienced increased sales during the 2012 second quarter. Raising guidance for full year 2012 earnings to a range of $4.05 to $4.15 per diluted share, up 27% to 30% over 2011 based on expected full year 2012 sales growth of 14% to 17%.
Sales in the On-Road Vehicles division, comprising mainly Victory motorcycles but also including Indian motorcycles and GEM and Goupil electric vehicles, increased 110 percent over the same period last year to $64.7 million. North American industry heavyweight cruiser and touring motorcycle retail sales increased by low single digits compared to the prior year’s second quarter. Over the same period, Victory North American consumer unit retail sales increased more than 10 percent.
North American Victory dealer inventory increased over 2011 levels to support the retail sales increases, market share gains and new product launches of the Victory Judge and Victory Hard-Ball. Polaris sales of On-Road Vehicles to customers outside of North America, now including Goupil, increased more than 130 percent during the 2012 second quarter compared to same period last year. The 2011 acquisitions of Indian, GEM and Goupil contributed more than a third of On-Road Vehicles’ second quarter sales growth. Continue reading ‘Polaris Reports Record Second Quarter 2012 Results’
Going Tall. 21″ Front Wheel Fender Adapter
Published by July 24th, 2012 in Customs, Editorial and Wheels.
If you go taller with your front stock Harley wheel, you need to move up your fender to keep the correct clearance to the tire. These Drag Specialties by Hotop Designs adapters lift stock front fenders to fit your custom 21” wheel. Made of billet aluminum, sold in pair in chrome or gloss black. Suggested retail is $99.95. Order at your Drag Specialties dealer.
California Scooter Motorcycles Now Available In Canada
Published by July 24th, 2012 in Builders, Editorial and Events.
“We’re very pleased that Transport Canada has approved our motorcycles in Canada,” said Steve Seidner, President and Chief Executive Officer of California Scooter Motorcycles, of course based in California. “In addition to the United States, you can now purchase CSC Motorcycles in Australia, Japan, Lebanon, and Cyprus. As an American manufacturer, it feels great to be providing US jobs while exporting our great motorcycles to other countries. CSC bikes are popular here in the United States and we are expanding the excitement to other countries as well.” Seidner mentioned that in recognition of its approval in Canada, the company is covering all freight and customs duties on the first 20 bikes going to Canada. Continue reading ‘California Scooter Motorcycles Now Available In Canada’
Middle East Custom Bike Building Championship In Dubai Is October 20, 2012
Published by July 24th, 2012 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.
Custom bikes are being built, ridden and shown all around the world, including in Dubai both an emirate within the United Arab Emirates (UAE) and a city (Dubai City) On October 20, 2012 a lot of European builders and locals are going to travel to the southeast of the Persian Golf on the Arabian Peninsula to showcase their custom creations in the Middle East Custom Bike Building Championship, a major event of the Gulf Bike Week.
In 2011, over 70 custom bikes were competing for the the coveted Middle East Custom Bike Building Champion title. This year, there will be 13 classes with winners of each class receiving exceptional prizes. No oil concessions, but such sought after custom parts as custom frames from Penz Custombikes, Austria, worth approximately US$2,000, many genuine parts and accessories from Harley-Davidson & Victory Motorcycles. Continue reading ‘Middle East Custom Bike Building Championship In Dubai Is October 20, 2012’
5th Annual Sturgis Buffalo Chip Legends Ride® For Charity Nearly Sold-Out
Published by July 24th, 2012 in Builders, Editorial and Events.
A few tickets still available for the 2012 Legends Ride, the charity annual ride kicking off the Rally. The Legends Ride on Monday, August 6, pairs Rally-goers with celebrities and top-bike builders on a 55-mile scenic, escorted ride from historic Deadwood to the Sturgis Buffalo Chip, and the 5th annual Ride is on the verge of its fifth consecutive sellout. 100% riders contributions for the Legends Ride – The Ride that Rocks™ – will benefit Black Hills Special Olympics and the Sturgis Motorcycle Museum & Hall of Fame. The event has raised more than $240,000 for local charities since its inception four years ago. Continue reading ‘5th Annual Sturgis Buffalo Chip Legends Ride® For Charity Nearly Sold-Out’
Best Of Shaw Harley-Davidson Sportster
Published by July 23rd, 2012 in Builders, Customs and Editorial.
Another very nice XR 1200 Sportster from the boys at Shaw Speed & Custom, the custom department of Shaw Harley-Davidson Of Brigthon, UK. All their heavily modified Harley Sportsters are so cool that each could be part of a high end CVO line offered by the Milwaukee factory. The quality and originality of their custom Harley production is even more remarkable due to the fact that being an official Harley dealer, they always use as many genuine Harley-Davidson accessories as possible. A few after-market parts from independent vendors (Roland Sands is one of their favorite) are then added for the final touch.
This XRCR was built for a UK Celebrity. The guy wanted a motorcycle to scratch around the London city streets and at weekends get out on the open road to have a blast. His passion for old classic racers, including the Cafe era was enough to give the Shaw Speed & custom team enough of a brief to build him this machine. The donor was a 2010 XR1200, already a race bike when Harley-Davidson promoted the XR1200 Cup off the back of the British Super Bike series. Continue reading ‘Best Of Shaw Harley-Davidson Sportster’
