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Pushing Draft Beer To New Heights. Brilliant.
Published by January 31st, 2011 in Editorial and Videos.New For 2011. AutoTune Your EFI Harley-Davidson Without A Computer. Just Twist The Throttle.
Published by January 30th, 2011 in Customs, Editorial and Engines.
ThunderMax® with AutoTune for Throttle-by-Wire Bikes is the industry’s first and only stand-alone performance EFI engine management system developed specifically to meet the tuning needs of Throttle-By-Wire H-D® motorcycle owners. The ThunderMax® TBW module includes immediate benefits such as: automatic live tuning, quicker throttle response, dramatic performance improvement, cooler engine temperatures, pre-engineered base maps and factory-direct tech support.
New for 2011 you can make changes and adjustments without a computer, just by twisting of the throttle. 1- Store and select up to 6 different base maps. 2.Lower the idle speed while the motorcycle is running (live) 3. Adjust the speedometer calibration using true vehicle speed. ThunderMax 50 is available for emission-compliant applications. At the V-Twin Expo booth 428. Information at 410.579.2828 or visit ThunderMax
Horex Brand Resurrected In Germany
Published by January 30th, 2011 in Builders, Editorial and Events.
Always exciting to hear about an old brand being revived. Problem is that the first new Horex model released in 50 years does absolutely nothing to me, and I hear to many professional observers in Germany. And it’s a pity because the new engine – a 1218 cc triple overhead camshaft supercharged VR6 engine with six cylinders arranged in two rows of three- is absolutely unique in the world. It was was originally developed with the help of Volkswagen.
If the VR6 engine clearly defines this new model character, I don’t think that the overall design is going to appeal to many potential buyers already afraid of “testing” at their own risk a new motorcycle from a new brand, even if resurrected. The world doesn’t need another motorcycle company, except if the products offered bring both new technology and seductive aesthetics. Not one or the other… Initial production in 2011 in Europe and then US and Canada is projected to be in the thousands. Let’s see…
Triangle Chopper Headlight. Aris Style.
Published by January 29th, 2011 in Customs, Editorial and Electrical.
A 12 volt reproduction of the vintage Aris triangular headlight at a price of onlly $57.95 is worth mentioning.
And the second thing you want to know is measurements: 5″ x 5″ (excluding mount) for a 3″ depth, so much more shallow and lighter than the original one. A plus…
Bottom mount is of the swiveling type. In chrome or black. For Sale at Lowbro Customs.
The American Biker. The History. The Lifestyle. The Truth.
Published by January 29th, 2011 in Books and Editorial.
The biker lifestyle. Many not living it try to define it from outside. And by definition, it’s impossible to explain a culture that you don’t live and share. You can’t expect truth coming from a fantasy-driven entertainment industry, tv, movies or magazines. Those living it can feel it but would have difficulties explaining it in writing to others. Is the Biker Lifestyle something that can be defined, explained? Is it beyond comprehension, a level of living that can only be experienced?
Bill Hayes is one of those very few motorcycle culture historians who is both riding and writing since the 60’s about his vast and deep experience with all the spectrum of a lifestyle filled with love, camaraderie but also with hard realities like biker harassment, politics, etc.
American Biker, his new book about the lifestyle, its history, its members, from activists to builders to MC Clubs, is a very comprehensive and introspective observation of the biker world. Continue reading ‘The American Biker. The History. The Lifestyle. The Truth.’
Republic Day. Since India adopted a democratic government system on 26th January 1950 it’s a day of celebrations with a grand parade and a lot of festivities. And the motorcycle brand used in this stunt is a ………… (photo Mukesh Gupta)
Fast Motorcycle Industry News.
Published by January 28th, 2011 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.
1- Polaris Industries Inc.’s (PII) board approved a 13% increase to its quarterly dividend, a move that will cost the maker of all-terrain vehicles and motorcycles an extra $6.9 million.
2- Ducati North America achieves Record Market Share. Company posted two quarters of consecutive growth and closes December 2010 up 35 percent. Last year, Ducati introduced a host of exciting new products that contributed to the company’s retail success in North America including, the Hypermotard 796, Hypermotard 1100EVO and EVO SP; Monster 696 ABS, Monster 796, 848EVO Superbike, 1198S Corse Superbike and the Multistrada 1200 family. Unveiled at November’s EICMA Milan Motorcycle Show, the new-for-2011 Ducati Diavel has set the stage for further success in 2011. Continue reading ‘Fast Motorcycle Industry News.’
Exclusive Preview. The Revolutionary New National Cycle Windshield For Harley Models.
Published by January 28th, 2011 in Accessories, Customs and Editorial.
In exactly one week it will be introduced by National Cycle at the V-Twin Expo (booth 2419), then you will be able to order it from your preferred motorcycle dealer.
It’s called the STINGER™ and was ergonomically designed to enclose the rider in a virtual aerodynamic capsule to provide the best possible air pressure relief and bug protection for both face and chest. Continue reading ‘Exclusive Preview. The Revolutionary New National Cycle Windshield For Harley Models.’
Desperado Junction Expo. The New Sturgis Hot Spot In The Black Hills.
Published by January 28th, 2011 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.
Jeff Nicklus from Desperado Motorcycles and The Golden Hills Resort and Convention Center have teamed up to present a new and different Black Hills Rally experience known as The Desperado Junction Expo. Desperado Junction Expo is a new Black Hills Rally Vendor Site located at the corner of Highway 14 and Glendale Drive in Lead, South Dakota. If, during your visits to the Black Hills Rally, you have ever ridden up or down Spearfish Canyon you have passed directly in front of this location. In fact, as you pass through Lead, the only stoplight in town is at the junction of Highway 14 and Glendale Drive …. directly in front of the Desperado Junction Expo site! This location may well be one of the best locations in the Black Hills for a new Vendor Site.
The Desperado Junction Expo will offer visitors a hand chosen group of Upscale Vendors, Bikini Bike Wash, Bands playing daily, a Miss Desperado Junction Contest, a Leather & Lace Auction, free bike parking, Great Food and a Large Beer Tent with an extraordinary selection of drinks as well as $1.00 draft beer all day, every day. If you are a vendor, Jeff Nicklus wants to offer you a deal you can’t refuse. In keeping with his belief that the Black Hills Rally vendor fees are, and have always been, way expensive he is willing to do this: for the first two (2) years he will comp all vendor space fees! You read that right, the space is FREE. Continue reading ‘Desperado Junction Expo. The New Sturgis Hot Spot In The Black Hills.’
Help Yourself. Make Your Custom Exhaust System EPA Compliant.
Published by January 28th, 2011 in Customs, Editorial and Exhaust.
Your custom motorcycle exhaust may need to be toned down if you don’t want to face the consequences of not observing the new EPA sound law.
To be compliant, you may buy a new exhaust or just fit yours with baffles. But most don’t know where to buy them in different lengths and diameters. So, here is an address where you can order 22-gauge perforated core stainless tubing to fit all kind of of exhausts of any style of bikes. The grade 409 semi-magnetic stainless steel is an excellent choice for exhaust projects due to its corrosion resistance. Order online at LA Choppers.
Exclusive. New Jesse James TV Show On History Channel. Jesse James Blacksmith.
Published by January 27th, 2011 in Builders, Customs and Videos.
Coming soon to the History Channel a new TV show where you will able to follow in Israel the world’s greatest motorcycle builder/fabricator Jesse James learning from the world’s greatest blacksmith Uri Hofi.Jesse applies his newly learned skills to building the rarest Harley-Davidson of them all, a 1937 water cooled Drake Knucklehead.
The show will also feature world’s famous bronze artist and sculptor Jeff Decker and new bike building sensation Dan “Bacon” Carr.” To know more, you can follow Jesse on Twitter @FreeJesseJames.
Honda Fury Turned Into A Furious Chopper
Published by January 27th, 2011 in Builders, Customs and Editorial.
I remember that when I announced the launch of the Honda Fury, your comments went in 2 opposite directions. It’s a nice Chopper with a competitive price, but it’s a Honda. And it’s a nice chopper at a very attractive price and who cares if it’s a Honda. At less than $13,000, with a pure new chopper line (38-degree rake, 71 1/4″ wheelbase, 26″ low seat), a 1312 cc liquid cooled V-Twin engine with a single-pin crankshaft and dual balancers, a 5-speed transmission, beefy 45 mm forks with 4″ of travel, an adjustable single shock rear suspension, the 2010 new Fury was not only the most distinctive custom Honda had ever created but aso a very attractive motorcycle susceptible to appeal to part of the Harley or Harley clone crowd. Even more if Honda was able to demonstrate that its factory Honda could be easily turned into a very nice custom. Continue reading ‘Honda Fury Turned Into A Furious Chopper’
Polaris Industries 4th Quarter 2010 Earnings Up 24% As Sales Rise In All Segments
Published by January 27th, 2011 in Builders, Editorial and Events.
A few minutes ago Polaris Industries Inc.’s (PII) announced its fourth-quarter 2010 earnings.
They rose 24% as sales improved in all product lines and the company topped its own guidance. Sales of off-road vehicles, Polaris’ biggest segment, rose 40%. The on-road division, made up of Victory motorcycles, saw sales rise 8%, while snowmobiles had a 28% rise. Gross margin improved to 27.7% from 27.3%. Continue reading ‘Polaris Industries 4th Quarter 2010 Earnings Up 24% As Sales Rise In All Segments’
Rebecca Mitchell Joins Las Vegas Bikefest Marketing Team
Published by January 27th, 2011 in Editorial and Events.
Las Vegas BikeFest is pleased to announce that Rebecca Mitchell, a Pwersports industry veteran, has joined its marketing and sales team. “Las Vegas BikeFest is in expansion gear”, states Mindi Cherry, Vice President, “Rebecca brings her passion for powersports, sales, marketing and event management skills to the table. We’re adding more vendors with loads of different products for our attendees. We’re planning more features and attractions to all segments of the motorcycling community that you just don’t see at other motorcycle rallies, events and shows.”
Rebecca’s resume includes past publisher of Hot Rod Bikes magazine; Sales, Marketing and Event Director for several Powersports after-market companies. Most recently she was the Sales Account Manager (Big Twin Segment) for Dealernews magazine, Dealer Expo, Big Twin Dealer magazine, the Big Twin West show and the International Motorcycle Shows. In addition, she’s a long-time enthusiast who rides and is a frequent attendee at rallies throughout the country. Las Vegas BikeFest 2011 will be held September 29, 2011 – October 2, 2011 at the Cashman Center, 850 Las Vegas Blvd. North, Las Vegas, with its headquarters on the world-famous and wildly popular Fremont Street in nearby downtown Las Vegas. Vendor sales or event registration can be found at Las Vegas Bikefest. or by calling 1-866 –BIKEFEST (1-866-245-3337).
Steve McQueen Husqvarna Is For Sale.
Published by January 26th, 2011 in Builders, Editorial and Events.
Following Bonhams’ highly successful inaugural motorcycle sale in Las Vegas earlier this month – where approximately 200 motorcycles brought buyers and sellers together from around the world for a sales total exceeding $2.5 million, the world’s leading auctioneers of motor vehicles is proud to announce its third annual auction at the Quail Motorcycle Gathering.
Hosted on May 14th at Quail Lodge in Carmel, California, Bonhams’ sale of “Exceptional Motorcycles & Related Memorabilia” will include what is understood to be the very motorcycle featured on the front cover of the August 1971 issue of Sports Illustrated being ridden by none other than “The King of Cool,” Steve McQueen.
The 1971 Husqvarna 400 was originally purchased from the Steve McQueen Estate Sale in 1984 at Harrah’s Auto Collection in Las Vegas. In addition to its title of former owner, authentic documentation and immortal association, the Swedish-made dirt bike – which son Chad McQueen reportedly said was his father’s favorite off-road brand – comes with a wooden trunk of accessories as owned by McQueen. Other McQueen ephemera will be offered at the sale including numerous racing trophies won by this legend of the silver screen. A call for consignments is being issued for the upcoming May auction where sellers can expect interest from clientele from around the globe. Sellers interested in consigning a motorcycle to this mid-May auction can call 415-391-4000 or e-mail usacars@bonhams.com. (picture copyright Sports Illustrated)
Launch Of The 2011 Custom Chrome International Bike Show Series
Published by January 26th, 2011 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.
Custom Chrome just announced the launch of a new website Custom Bike Shows as the main resource for information, registration and all activity surrounding the Custom Chrome International Bike Show Series and it’s related events in the US and abroad throughout the year. Each bike show is held in conjunction with surrounding events such as the Custom Chrome Dealer Show, Custom Chrome Europe Dealer Show and in case of Faaker See, European Bike Week in Austria. Dealers, builders and customizers visiting the new site are now able to get the latest updates on individual bike show happenings and also be able to register for the show(s) of their choice. It’s the place to see the latest images and video of world class customized motorcycles from each event as the 2011 season unfolds. Continue reading ‘Launch Of The 2011 Custom Chrome International Bike Show Series’
Harley-Davidson Scale Model Running Panhead Engine
Published by January 26th, 2011 in Builders, Customs, Editorial, Engines and Videos.His name is Ron Colonna. This engine was scratch built to a scale of 2/5ths or 40% of full size. The bottom end was taken from a drawing of a Knuckelhead engine that he purchased on e-Bay. The top end was patterned after photos taken from e-bay of Harley parts for sale. He also bought a Harley repair manual that helped with the oil system. The crankcase was split into three sections instead of the usual two for ease of machining. The ignition is solid state and I use a GM coil which fires the two plugs simultaneously. Timing is advanced and retarded with the timer body. Two rotating magnets fire a Hall effect device at the proper times as per full sized points. No casting used. Ignition: Spark. Bore: 1 5/16 in. Stroke: 1 1/2 in.The engine is large enough to produce that lovely V-twin sound.
Harley-Davidson To Decide In March Fate Of Kansas City Plant
Published by January 26th, 2011 in Builders, Editorial and Events.
Last November, Harley-Davidson management warned its Kansas City unions and workers (800 full time and 675 paid hourly) that internal studies showed significant gaps in cost, efficiency and production flexibility at the plant.
At the time, company officials said at the time that plant’s work would be shifted to the one in York, PA. if the unions would not agree to a new labor agreement that addressed these gaps. Continue reading ‘Harley-Davidson To Decide In March Fate Of Kansas City Plant’
New Avon Velvet Air Grips
Published by January 26th, 2011 in Builders, Controls, Customs and Editorial.
Thanks to its line of ergonomically designed line of Air Cushioned Grips, Avon has attracted legion of bikers looking to make their rides more comfortable to their hands.
The company just released a new version of these popular grips called “Velvet” offering an even softer and increased vibration dampening feeling. These new grips offer the same air pockets inside of the grip body as the originals, but with a new “velvet like” surface.
They are made in the USA from Kraton polymer, and finished off with billet aluminum end caps and collars. Matching foot pegs and shift/break pegs are also available. Visit Avon Grips Online, or at the V-Twin Expo, booth 455.
In the 1930’s, German engineer Norbert Riedel worked as a technical designer for Victoria and Triumph. During WW2 on Luftwaffe jet fighters engines. Then he developed his first motorcycle production of Imme Riedel R 100 in the city of Immenstadt (Imme means Bee in German, and became the name and logo.) At that time the Imme was considered an extremely futuristic motorcycle with its 150 cc engine providing a maximum speed of 100 km/h, its single side suspension system and light weight of 57 kg, Priced at 775 DM the machine was selling well but the company ran into financial problems and Imme AG went bankrupt in 1951. A total of about 1000 units are said to have been produced. Norbert Riedel died in in an avalanche accident in 1963.
Harley-Davidson Fourth Quarter 2010 Financial Results. Broad Improvement.
Published by January 25th, 2011 in Builders and Events.
This morning at 8 am, Harley-Davidson, Inc. (NYSE: HOG) reported full-year 2010 income from continuing operations of $259.7 million, or $1.11 per share, compared to income of $70.6 million, or $0.30 per share, from continuing operations in 2009. For the fourth quarter of 2010, Harley-Davidson recorded a loss from continuing operations of $42.1 million, or $0.18 per share, which includes the impact of a one-time, $85.2 million charge from the Company’s early repurchase of senior unsecured notes during the quarter. Retail sales of new Harley-Davidson motorcycles in the fourth quarter were nearly level with the year-ago period, decreasing 1.0 percent worldwide and 0.2 percent in the U.S. Continue reading ‘Harley-Davidson Fourth Quarter 2010 Financial Results. Broad Improvement.’
Blitz Buddies Riding Their Motorcycles
Published by January 25th, 2011 in Builders, Customs and Videos.On January 3rd, I introduced you to Blitz Motorcycles, a group of 3 Parisian buddies (Fred Jourden, Hugo and Leo) sharing the same passion for the old Harley 750 XR, Yamaha 125/250, Kawasaki W650, Triumph, BMW on which they work after hours with for inspiration the restored/modified custom bikes from Japan & Australia they read about in magazines.They work for friends building and rebuilding only what they like, always on a shoe string budget. But there is the reward, the RIDE. They sent me this very nice short video. In France they are about to run out of roads…So I told them that it’s time they come here to ride the big landscapes of the American West. (refresh your browser if video doesn’t load immediately)
New California Scooter Military Series
Published by January 25th, 2011 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.
California Scooter Company announced the addition of the Military Series to its 2011 popular line of 150cc small motorcycles inspired by the American design of the Mustang. The military-themed bikes are available in desert camouflage, jungle camouflage and OD Green. California Scooter Company also announced it will be offering a line of military-themed accessories for its new line, including ammo-can based saddlebags, custom handlebars, and other equipment.. All California Scooters are powered by a 150cc four-stroke engine, with EPA and CARB compliant emissions equipment. The bikes are assembled in California and street legal in all 50 states and Australia and is in the process of certifying its bikes in Europe and Canada. Models start at $4295. California Scooters
Shades of the 60’s are everywhere in our motorcycle industry. And logically, Cafe Racer nostalgia is extremely strong in the UK, the land of the original Rockers in black leather and white scarf racing their bikes between trucker cafes. A subculture revival extremely positive for our custom motorcycle industry, of course no more based on rebellion but only on the pure desire to draw from the past (concept and parts) to build highly performant street bikes. The appeal of this Super Cafe Racer is what helped builder John Pellew transition from a part time builder job to a full service shop called Taimoshan Cycle Works based in Cardiff, Wales, UK. Continue reading ‘Super Cafe Racer’
Classic Cast Harley Floorboards. Pick Your Finish And Your Own Logo.
Published by January 23rd, 2011 in Builders, Controls, Customs and Editorial.
From Shadetree Fabrications, the shop of Kyle Shorey, these new cast floorboards to give your sled an an old style feel.
Cast from Aluminum, Brass, Red Brass or a combo of any of these, these boards are one-of-a-kind pieces that stray from the norm of the billet age! With their classic appeal, they take you back in time and will stand the test of time. Continue reading ‘Classic Cast Harley Floorboards. Pick Your Finish And Your Own Logo.’
Also in snowy New York this weekend at the IMS Show, Ducati debuting its 2012 Ducati Monster 1100 EVO, It is powered by the Desmodue Evoluzione engine which is the first two-valve Ducati to hit the 100 hp. mark and is now the flagship of the extremely successful Monster Line. The first 900 Monster was introduced in 1992 and was immediately extremely successful with its radical styling that provided the inspiration for an entire after-market sector specializing in custom parts for this legendary machine. Continue reading ‘New 2012 Ducati Monster 1100 EVO’
