Hollister, California is considered by many the birthplace of the American Biker, the place where all began…For the 3rd year, Mike Corbin is organizing festivities including a bike show, a trade show and of course visits Corbin factory tours with discounts on all products and free installation of their goodies. This year’events will take place Saturday, June 30, 2012 (the weekend before the Fourth of July). Continue reading ‘Hollister 3rd Annual Corbin Appreciation Day’
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Hollister 3rd Annual Corbin Appreciation Day
Published by May 19th, 2012 in Customs, Editorial, Events and Seats.
Even if you still never participated to the Sturgis Rally, and wherever your home town is around the world, you heard and read many times about the Legendary Buffalo Chip...and wished you were there. If you are a regular visiting Sturgis every August, it’s almost impossible that you didn’t visit or sleep or watch at least one rock concert, or go to a Bike Show, meet friends, drink, eat and much more at the place considered “The Best Biker Party Anywhere” in the world. I am certain that if you are not an insider belonging to the motorcycle industry, you have wondered about the owner and manager of this 580-acre biker campground and entertainment place known at “The Legendary Buffalo Chip.”
Rod “Woody” Woodruff is the man who, during 31 years has developed the Chip in what has become now a large enterprise, a self-contained city during 2 summer weeks every year. Rod was already a successful local lawyer having reached a level of achievement authorizing him to argue law in front of the United States Supreme Court when he decided to transform a cow pasture into a campground and entertainment place welcoming bikers who were considered at the time a little bit too unruly inside Sturgis city limits. Continue reading ‘Show Me Your Office. Rod Woodruff’
Motorcycle Transmission. Baker Drivetrain Explains How It Is Made On The Science Channel.
Published by May 18th, 2012 in Customs, Driveline, Editorial and Events.
The popular TV Show “How It Is Made” on the Science Channel show you how everyday objects people use become the things they are.
In a new episode to air June 7 at 9 pm (ET) you will get the story behind behind bamboo bicycles, chainsaw art, breath mints and Baker Drivetrain motorcycle transmissions.
The Science Channel crew went to Baker’s Michigan headquarters to film how BAKER manufactures a 6 into 4 transmission. You will be able to witness how all 120 American Made components come together in a final assembly to make the transmission you use on your bike. As a bonus, this tranny installed on a Shovelhead will be kick started front of your eyes. Info on the 6 into 4 transmission at Baker Drivetrain. Info on TV schedule at Science Channel.
Prohibition Tour. A 900 Mile Motorcycle Ride With Friends From Various Walks Of Life
Published by May 17th, 2012 in Editorial and Videos.A short film about a 900 mile pacific coast motorcycle tour from Venice Beach to Napa Valley, with none other than Butch Walker. Every trip has a defining moment… (Music by Butch Walker and the Black Widows)
Antique Motorcycle Foundation Leadership Forum Set for July 19, 2012
Published by May 17th, 2012 in Builders, Editorial and Events.
The Antique Motorcycle Foundation will host a leadership forum for organizations whose primary purpose is the promotion and enjoyment of vintage and antique motorcycles in Mansfield, Ohio on July 19. This will be the third year for the meeting. Its purpose is to provide educational opportunities and to give leaders throughout the vintage and antique motorcycle community an opportunity to network and share solutions to common problems. Created In 2007 as a non-profit, tax-exempt educational foundation part of the purpose of this foundation is to tell to the public at large the important story the motorcycle has played in the evolution of technology and culture in the industrialized world. Continue reading ‘Antique Motorcycle Foundation Leadership Forum Set for July 19, 2012’
Corbin’s Redesigned Warbird Body Kit For Harley FXR Models
Published by May 17th, 2012 in Chassis, Customs and Editorial.
Getting full circle, the motorcycle industry is celebrating its history with part manufacturers reproducing or rejuvenating parts from its past, all periods from beginning to end of the last century. Those old enough in the business remember the Warbird body Kit launched by Mile Corbin in the mid 90’s for very comfortable rubber mounted Harley FXR’s models Well, for all those nostalgic of the Corsair, Mustang and Thunderbolt, it’s back on the market with a series of aerodynamic design improvements.
Fairing looks like an organic extension of the gas tank, is frame mounted totally independent from the stock forks (you can install a wider set like the VRSC forks shown installed in the picture), so staying in straight position regardless of handlebar position. Chin Spoiler flows over the frame down tubes with a large duct for proper engine air cooling and is conceived to work either with the stock FXR foot controls or forward controls with a simple modification. Side covers blend with the rear fender and can be chosen in 2 options: covering the full FXR frame triangle, or accepting passenger footpegs. Warbird Tail Section is designed to replace the fender and inner fender by a single unit. has provision for a “frenched” license plate and even includes a small lined hideaway to keep small items like gloves, phone, keys, etc. Custom saddle offers genuine leather sitting with stitched pattern and logo embroidery. Continue reading ‘Corbin’s Redesigned Warbird Body Kit For Harley FXR Models’
Sturgis Buffalo Chip® Presents The Biker Belles™ 4th Annual Women’s Charity Ride
Published by May 17th, 2012 in Editorial and Events.
The Biker Belles™ charity event on Wednesday, August 8, 2012 during the 72nd Sturgis Motorcycle Rally will once again recognize the passion, diversity and spirit of women in motorcycling. Created to raise funds for local charities, the Biker Belles event brings women, their families and friends together to celebrate the role they play in shaping the culture, sport, art and history of motorcycling. This year, film and TV star Kristy Swanson will take part and ride in the event. Continue reading ‘Sturgis Buffalo Chip® Presents The Biker Belles™ 4th Annual Women’s Charity Ride’
Dakota Digital Information System For Harley Sportster, Softail And Dyna Models
Published by May 16th, 2012 in Controls, Customs, Editorial and Electrical.
Installation is a snap! The new Dakota MCL-3212 digital information system plugs directly into the stock wiring with no modifications needed. It replaces 2011-up Softail and 2012-up Dyna models with 3-3/8” or 4” bar mount and tank mount applications.
Features include an adjustable speedometer (selectable as MPH or KM/h), adjustable tachometer that can also be displayed in the digital readout, fuel range to empty, clock, odometer with two resettable trip meters, engine cylinder head temperature, check engine indicator, security, low fuel, voltmeter reading with low voltage warning, resettable service miles, resettable hour meter, high speed recall, high rpm recall, user settable countdown service meter with warning, 0-60 mph timer, ¼ mile timer, ¼ mile speed, gear position display compatible with 3 speed through 7 speed transmissions, and adjustable rpm warning point with output for external shift light. Don’t tell me you need to know more! Continue reading ‘Dakota Digital Information System For Harley Sportster, Softail And Dyna Models’
Carroll Shelby King Of The Road. To Premiere Sunday, May 20th at 8:00 PM On Velocity Channel.
Published by May 16th, 2012 in Editorial and Events.
Carroll Shelby passed away May 10th. Velocity pays tribute to an automotive legend in the definitive profile of America’s car king, Carroll Shelby. A pioneer in racing and automotive design, Shelby put America on the map in a racing culture long dominated by European drivers and styles. In honor of his recent passing, Velocity presents the world premiere mini-series KING OF THE ROAD: CARROLL SHELBY, debuting Sunday May 20th at 8:00 PM (ET/PT).
The three part series will follow Shelby’s exploits as a hard-working Texas farmer all the way to the victory lane at Le Mans, where he became the first American to take home the cup. After his racing career came to an abrupt halt, Shelby would partner with Ford to create two of the most iconic muscle cars to date. Velocity takes you on an exclusive journey, unveiling Shelby’s irreplaceable legacy on car culture. Continue reading ‘Carroll Shelby King Of The Road. To Premiere Sunday, May 20th at 8:00 PM On Velocity Channel.’
New Evo Sportster Hardtail Kit By Bare Knuckle Choppers
Published by May 16th, 2012 in Builders, Chassis, Customs and Editorial.
Many Sportster owners dream to turn their bikes into a hardtail. Quite a few kits to do so on the market, and a new clean option offered by Bare Knuckle Choppers.
The crew started with the idea that the frame should look like it came from the factory as a hardtail, not as a hacked up afterthought.
Design is conceived to make the new weld-on section flow smoothly from the axle plates to the original cradle, creating a seamless factory-like appearance. Continue reading ‘New Evo Sportster Hardtail Kit By Bare Knuckle Choppers’
Radical Japanese Electric Motorcycle
Published by May 16th, 2012 in Builders, Customs and Editorial.
First generation of electric motorcycles was all about making them work without much consideration about aesthetics. Second generation went into improving performance but still failing at making them visually very attractive. A third generation is now trying to give these e-bikes some custom sex-appeal. Continue reading ‘Radical Japanese Electric Motorcycle’
Harley-Davidson India. Facts And Numbers.
Published by May 15th, 2012 in Builders, Editorial and Events.
In the most populous democracy in the world with over 1.2 billion people (489 million-worker labor force) with one of the fastest-growing economies (6.2% GDP), Harley-Davidson is enthused by the positive response that its motorcycles are getting. Since Harley officially entered the India market in July 2010, the company has sold about 1000 bikes, expects to sell 2000 in 2012 and is targeting a ten-fold increase to 10,000+ by 2015/2016. Continue reading ‘Harley-Davidson India. Facts And Numbers.’
Metzeler 21″ Front Tire Stage 2 Upgrade For Late Harley-Davidson FL Series Models
Published by May 15th, 2012 in Customs, Editorial and Wheels.
Metzeler Motorcycle Tire has added an all-new Stage 2 upgrade option 120/70B21 for newer model Harley-Davidson FL series bikes as replacements for the stock-sized ME880 tires suggested.
These new options – based on the popular Metzeler ME880 tire – fill the fenders of nine Harley-davidson models, among them the Road King, Electra Glide Classic, Ultra Classic, Street and Road Glides.
The stock front fender must be replaced with an aftermarket fender for compatibility. “Metzeler’s heritage includes offering its consumers the best performing – and best looking tire available for their rides,” said Chris Wall, Director of Marketing for Metzeler Tire. “The Stage 2 mod is easy to fit, only requires a few modifications and the improvement in ride and look is phenomenal.”
The new Metzeler Stage 2 upgrade will require modification or replacement of your motorcycle wheels, fenders, wheel spacers, and the purchase of other small products to achieve the look and ride desired. Continue reading ‘Metzeler 21″ Front Tire Stage 2 Upgrade For Late Harley-Davidson FL Series Models’
Harley-Davidson Artist Scott Jacobs And Daughter Alexa In New ABC Series “Secret Millionaire”. June 3, 2012.
Published by May 15th, 2012 in Editorial, Events and Painters.
“Secret Millionaire” is a one-hour alternative TV series that follows some of America’s most successful business people as they spend a week in the country’s poorest areas and ultimately gift deserving members of those communities with hundreds of thousands of dollars of their own money.
In the Season Premiere episode, millionaire and world-renowned artist Scott Jacobs and his sheltered 18-year-old daughter, Alexa, leave behind their family and lavish lifestyle in San Diego to spend six days in Newark, New Jersey – an American city in need – to search for those most in need of financial help. While there, father and daughter will attempt to survive on less than $75 during their week-long visit, while volunteering their time to worthy charitable organizations and searching their hearts to determine how much of their own fortune to gift the community heroes they meet. “Secret Millionaire” premieres SUNDAY, JUNE 3 (8:00-9:00 p.m., ET) on the ABC Television Network.
Scott Jacobs came from humble beginnings and learned early on that success is undeniably linked to hard work and perseverance. In high school his creative side was jumpstarted when he was persuaded to become the artist for the school newspaper, an area in which he showed great talent that would re-emerge later in life. Scott understood that to follow his dreams he had to control his own destiny, so at the age of 19 he became one of the youngest ever owners of an art gallery. This sweat equity would translate into a successful business and enable him to take major leaps in a career that continues to the present day. Continue reading ‘Harley-Davidson Artist Scott Jacobs And Daughter Alexa In New ABC Series “Secret Millionaire”. June 3, 2012.’
At a time of the year when many of you are going to travel across the USA, it is important that you know each State motorcycle helmet law. There are five different variations in motorcycle helmet requirements, from Free Choice (no helmet restrictions) to No Choice (everyone riding a motorcycle must wear a bike helmet).
Accident lawyers of Buckfire & Buckfire, P.C. in Michigan created a State by State motorcycle Helmet Laws Infographic Map to visually display the helmet law requirements in every State. Continue reading ‘Helmet Laws Wallet Card Graphic’
First, let me begin this feature by mentioning that the finish you see on this bike comes by way of acid etching followed by flame treating all steel parts (except tear fender and gas tank kept in raw steel). Result is this iridescent-type “color” that ranges from golds and straw-yellows to deep purples, reds and even blues. Is there a camera – and a photographer – that could accurately capture this finish? Something to judge and appreciate with your own eyes. Of course, this chemical and thermal technique explains the name GunBaby given to this custom Sportster, work of Joe Cooper at Cooper Smithing Co .
A Buell gave several of its parts to this project. Joe loves to use XL 883 engines because his preference is to low geared powerplants with plenty of torque.providing quick throttle response. He told me “it’s more enjoyable for me to take an engine where the power to weight is such that you can pin the throttle wide out more often, rather than being over-powered and overly cautious. I have always liked getting to 30mph in a snap more than I’ve liked riding at 50mph,..”
Engine modifications include a Dyna-Tech single-fire ignition, a bulletproof solid-state mechanism. Power to the plugs is supplied via an ultra light-weight lithium iron battery secured between the front frame rails. For the practice of frequent and fast accelerations Joe did a chain conversion, went to a much bigger rear sprocket, updated suspension to a Progressive Suspension mono shock, carried by a custom swingarm which has been beefed up to handle the extra torque from that huge sprocket. To increase tlow end torque, custom 2-into-1 headers were added and as a nice bonus, the bike keeps a super low exhaust note. Continue reading ‘GunBaby 883 Sportster’
If you have a beginning of last century/boardtrack project on your mind or already on your lift, this ultra retro 3.5 gallon 2-piece tank may be what you need. It was originally designed for Paughco frame #128S5-USP and commissioned by US Chopper for their rolling chassis project. Continue reading ‘1915 Style Flat Gas And Oil Tank’
American International Motorcycle Expo Reveals Orlando As Its Host City.
Published by May 13th, 2012 in Editorial and Events.The new American International Motorcycle Expo (October 16-20, 2013) intends to become the single most important show of its type in the North American market. Its purpose is to serve as the catalyst to bring together industry, press, dealers and consumers in a single arena that creates a grand stage for motorcycling in the U.S. and North America, and to deliver an efficient and energetic market-timed expo platform for both motorcycle B2B (Business to Business) and B2C (Business To Consumers.) The chosen host city is Orlando. AIME.
Victory Motorcycles Grand Opening Of First Dealership In Beijing China
Published by May 12th, 2012 in Builders, Editorial and Events.
Woke up this Saturday morning at the same time Cory Ness was emailing me from Beijing, China (population of 19.5 million out of 1.3 billion in the country) the very first pictures of the Grand Opening of the first Victory store in China.
Arlen and Cory participated to the ceremonies and tell me that they sold all their Ness Signature bikes in a couple of hours while a very excited crowd was fighting to buy some Victory gear.
Cory commented that bikers flew from as far as Singapore as well as all over China to meet him and Dad and see the bikes. “Bikers are passionate about American motorcycles as well as our customs”. With taxes, duties and freight, new Victorys are more than double the cost as in the USA, but it doesn’t seem to matter much to Chinese enthusiasts…
What more exciting than an American motorcycle manufacturer drawing such an incredible amount of attention? Continue reading ‘Victory Motorcycles Grand Opening Of First Dealership In Beijing China’
Klock Werks Suing Nascar Driver Clint Bowyer For Alleged Unpaid Bills
Published by May 12th, 2012 in Editorial.
Klock Werks Kustom Cycles is alleging that Clint Bowyer, a Nascar Driver, failed to pay $30,788.45 for customization work done on his Harley in late 2008 and early 2009. The complaint filed by Klock Werks on May 2, 2012 alleges that the work was performed at its South Dakota shop, with the bike being delivered to Clint Bowyer in Daytona in February 2009 during the Daytona 500 Nascar race. After Bowyer test-drove the motorcycle he requested to have it returned to South Dakota for further modifications. After these modifications Klock Werks redelivered the motorcycle in April 2009, this time to Bowyer Racing facility in Lexington, N.C. Continue reading ‘Klock Werks Suing Nascar Driver Clint Bowyer For Alleged Unpaid Bills’
Stealth Belt Drive For Harley Sportsters
Published by May 11th, 2012 in Customs, Driveline, Editorial and Engines.
In need of waking up the left side of your Harley Sportster? This Stealth Belt Drive is not only very good looking, but it is, as far as I know, the only USA made Belt Drive to fit Sportsters 1991-2003 and 2004-present
Offered by Evolution Industries in 2 or 3 inch (called 2X and 3X) there are machined out of high grade aircraft 6061 billet aluminum. The Stealth Sportster Belt Drive is sold with everything you need to slap it on your factory bike in less than 2 hours, including the time spent disassembling your factory primary. Also included in the kit is a Kevlar Stage 1 6 Spring \ Diamond Terminator Clutch, 45 Tooth Engine Sprocket and 72 Tooth Clutch Sprocket. Model 3″ 2 upper Belt guard rails. Utilizes Original Style Clutch Cable
Available in show polished or satin black to match your Harley engine cases. Optional Show Bike Kit featuring Gardner Westcott polished Allen Head chrome hardware. Designed and machined in-house in the USA by Evolution Industries. More info at: 909-595-7969
eBay Motors Launches Motorcycle Parts Compatibility. eBay is launching parts compatibility in select eBay Motors Motorcycle Parts & Accessories categories this month. With the Parts Compatibility feature, sellers can create one listing describing a single part and add a complete list of compatible vehicles. Listing with parts compatibility also helps get your relevant items in front of buyers via search – both on eBay and via off-site search engines like Google and Yahoo. It may save you both time and money on insertion fees. Parts Compatibility functionality is already available in two motorcycle categories: Motorcycle Parts – Exhaust and Motorcycle Parts – Body & Frame – Seats
Motorcycle Lane Splitting. Ok or Dangerous? “Lane-splitting” by motorcyclists is perfectly legal in California, albeit controversial. As a matter of fact, California is the only state that permits lane-splitting. In this state, a recent survey found that 53% of car drivers think splitting lanes is against the law, that 87% of motorcyclists do it and that 7 percent of drivers say they’ve tried to block bikers as they ride between lanes! It is estimated that there are more than 1.2 million motorcycles on California roadways today. Continue reading ‘Fast Motorcycle Industry News’
April 2012 Washington DC Airport Screening Statistics From Department Of Homeland Security.
New Harley-Davidson Running Boards To Provide Room To Stretch Legs and Move Feet For Long-Ride Comfort
Published by May 10th, 2012 in Builders, Controls, Customs and Editorial.
The new Rider Running Boards (P/N 50500158, $199.95) from Harley-Davidson® give owners of many Harley-Davidson FL Softail® and Touring motorcycle models more room to stretch legs and move feet on long runs, which can relieve muscle tension and reduce rider fatigue. These Rider Runner Boards are four inches longer (one inch in forward and three inches rearward) and a half-inch wider than Original Equipment rider footboards. Continue reading ‘New Harley-Davidson Running Boards To Provide Room To Stretch Legs and Move Feet For Long-Ride Comfort’
