This small company carries a bunch of relatively rare vintage and customized parts, seats and clothing. So, I thought that some f you could find the piece they are looking for. Advice, contact Adam and make an offer below the listed price. Jump to Bear Parts Co.
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Rare Vintage Motorcycle Parts. Bid Them Up.
Published by May 4th, 2010 in Chassis, Customs, Editorial and Seats.Used Harley-Davidson Models Back In Big Demand
Published by May 4th, 2010 in Builders and Editorial.
This past weekend during Berkshire Hathaway’s annual meeting , CEO Warren Buffet, one of the most successful investors in the world (he is worth 47 billion and receives only a $100,000 salary from his company), said that the US economy is rebounding quickly and that the recovery is accelerating. The same way it takes 2 or 3 quarters to be sure we entered in a recession, it takes the same time or more to realize that we are out of one. The percentage of unemployed (always a lagging economic indicator) is probably going to remain relatively high during a couple of years, but it is worth listening to the so called “Oracle Of Omaha” when he tells you that things are overall improving at a very fast pace. At the same time I am informed that the used Harley-Davidson market is getting strong, much stronger than last year at the same time, and the warmer weather all over the country can’t be the only reason. Continue reading ‘Used Harley-Davidson Models Back In Big Demand’
Metric and American bikes customizerJohn “Baron” Vaughan-Chaldy just launched an air cleaner cover bringing to life pinup model Dani Doll.
The exceptional photo quality imagery is achieved using an amazing new powder coat technology. This beautiful two-piece cover is wrapped in a billet aluminum ring, fits the original Big Air Kit from Baron Custom Accessories available for 15 different bike models from 5 motorcycle brands: Harley-Davidson, Honda, Kawasaki, Suzuki and Yamaha. The Big Air kit flows a ton of air with one of the slimmest profiles on the market. Offered as a complete kit, or just as a cover to update your current Big Air Kit. Call John on my behalf at 714-274-4065 or visit Barons Custom Accessories to pick the air kit and cover fitting your bike.
2nd Annual New Orleans Cycle Source Custom Chopper Bike Show
Published by May 4th, 2010 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.
I was there at the inaugural New Orleans Cycle Source Bike Show and it was a success. Even Sylvester Stallone stopped by to check out the bikes while being in town to shoot a movie. The second edition is this coming Saturday May 8th with registration from 9 am to noon at the Broken Spoke Saloon located at the Riverwalk. A chance to meet with the boys of the Limpnickie Collective, to get your bike shot for the Cycle Source Magazine and to come back home with a trophy given at 4 pm for the winner in the following classes. Big Twin, Sportster, Trike, Touring, Chopper, Bobber, Antique, European, Asian, Best Rat, Best Paint and of course Best Of Show. Bike Week New Orleans.
Brickyard Killer. A 1800 CC Knucklehead Ready To Race Bonneville.
Published by May 3rd, 2010 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Engines.
Started 3 years ago and still unfinished business (until it is raced) at the time of this writing, this custom motorcycle may be in Bonneville in September to prove to the world that a 1800 cc Knucklehead fitted with a customized M45 compressor can beat a land speed record. The story of this bike began during the 2007 AMD European Championship of Bike Building held in Germany. It’s where Peder Johanson from HogTech, one of the top Swedish chopper frame builders met with Paul Funk, the master motor engineer of Perfect Twin Performance in the Netherlands whio is dedicating his life to perfecting the V-Twin engine to make it 100% reliable, run much faster while almost vibrations free. Continue reading ‘Brickyard Killer. A 1800 CC Knucklehead Ready To Race Bonneville.’
Mötley Crüe To Play The Sturgis Legendary Buffalo Chip
Published by May 3rd, 2010 in Editorial and Events.
If you like “glam metal” bands and if you visit Sturgis in August, it’s your chance to see Mötley Crüe live on stage at the Buffalo Chip. The hard core rockers are scheduled to perform on Wednesday, August 11 and it will be their only Summer concert in the US. Vince Neil, Mick Mars, Nikki Sixx and Tommy Lee plan to conclude a line of appearances in Great Britain, Sweden and Finland’s Sonisphere Festival on Aug. 8, then they will join thousands of bikers in Sturgis. The band’s impressive list of hits includes: “Shout at the Devil”, “Too Fast for Love”, “Ten Seconds to Love”, “Too Young to Fall In Love”, “Looks That Kill”, “Live Wire”, “Girls, Girls, Girls”, “Wild Side”, “Don’t Go Away Mad”, “Home Sweet Home”, “Dr Feelgood”, etc. Kid Rock, ZZ Top, Jason Aldean, Tesla, The Doobie Brothers, Dave Mason, Orianthi, Creedence Clearwater Revisited are the main other acts scheduled to perform at the Buffalo Chip’s annual party. Reservations and more information are available at Buffalo Chip.
Like with many true custom shops, the Nash Motorcycle crew has been fabricating all pipes of their one-off custom bikes. This simple shorty design getting a lot of requests, Taber Nash decided to get a hold of one of the best pipe makers in the industry, Tyler with “SikPipes”. Continue reading ‘Nash Designed Exhaust Pipes’
Some Geek observed that many of you could not handle the stress of finding a bottle opener when you feel the urgent need to quench your thirst. And he imagined the perfect way to carry one disguised as a jewelry ring. You can slip the “Ring Thing” on the finger of your choice or on all of them if you are the usual private party bartender. Made of stainless steel. and comfortable to wear (remove before you wash your bike…), just hook bottle cap and lift wrist. Biker approved. At Think Geek with Sizing Info. (8 to 15)
Unorthodox final arrangements and unusual graves are common among bikers. David Morales Colón, a 22-year old Puerto Rican, was probably too young to make his own request before he was shot to death last week. But his family didn’t hesitate to ask the chosen funeral directors if it was possible to organize a wake showing David in a very lifelike position riding a Honda CBR600 (not his but one given by his uncle for this special occasion) dressed in casual attire and wearing sunglasses. And if you think it’s a hoax, you can get all the details (if you read Spanish), including a video, in the local Puerto Rico newspaper The Local Primera Newspaper.
Because you didn’t hear much recently about fellow builder Chica, because this custom bike is not very well known although not a new built, because I like it and because it is now offered for sale for the 1st time, I introduce you Blue Saphira, a very simple looking chopper with some interesting tricks. It started from a one-off Chica single loop frame in which was fitted an S&S 88″ Shovelhead style motor (notice the custom shaped rockers) coupled with a 6 in 4 Baker transmission. Of course, all body (gas tank, rear section, side panels hiding the oil tank) are one-off. Front end is Chica Springer (16″ over) and brakes from PM (front) & Grimeca (rear). This chopper is set up for both kick and electric start. Blue Saphira Price? $29,000. At Chica Custom Cycles.
Harley-Davidson Touring Bike Audio Saddlebag Lids
Published by May 1st, 2010 in Accessories, Chassis, Customs, Editorial and Electrical.
No need to worry about moisture getting to the electronics. This new water-resistant saddlebag speaker system utilizes marine quality 6” x 9” full range speakers and is waterproofed by a revolutionary speaker grill. Continue reading ‘Harley-Davidson Touring Bike Audio Saddlebag Lids’
Harley-Davidson. Moving Plants Out Of Wisconsin?
Published by April 30th, 2010 in Builders, Editorial and Events.
Harley-Davidson may leave Wisconsin if costs don’t fall at 2 of its plants. Yesterday, the company warned its employees that it could move its Wisconsin manufacturing operations to another U.S. state if it can’t cut millions of dollars in costs.
The Wisconsin plants at risk include: Continue reading ‘Harley-Davidson. Moving Plants Out Of Wisconsin?’
Hidebrand & Wolfmuller Motorcycle Circa 1894. Sold. $133,000.
Published by April 30th, 2010 in Builders, Editorial and Events.
Last Sunday April 25th, Bonhams, the Fine Art Auctioneers and Appraisers, held an auction during the International Motorcycle Show in Stafford, England. The company states that it was the largest and most successful in many years. And for those who are keeping track of the value of historic, vintage and classic motorcycles, you can go on the Bonhams Website to update your data. But at least know that the German manufactured Hildebrand & Wolfmuller (see my former post) sold for $133,000. It is considered the first vehicle to which the name motorcycle (motorrad in German) was applied. It was bought by a German collector. Good news: most sales were above top estimates.Glad That You Asked. What Does CC Mean For A Motorcycle Engine?
Published by April 30th, 2010 in Editorial and Engines.
CC or cubic centimeters refers to engine capacity. Specifically it refers to the amount of air/fuel mixture able to fit into the cylinders (where combustion occurs) at full expansion. 1 cc is equivalent to 1 gram of water aka 1 ml.
An example: 1340 cc engine means the cylinders with pistons at full expansion can hold a volume of 1340 ml of air/fuel mixture prior to the combustion stroke
Like most members of the industry, almost on a daily basis I receive emails offering me to have motorcycle parts prototyped and produced in China. Most of you who are not professionals think that these offers come directly from Chinese companies. Yes, for some. But a majority are sent by American or Canadian based companies. I am getting irritated and decided to publish one of these offers I received this morning in my email box. Americans unite!
“ARC United Corp. is a USA based company We have one mission – to bring the cost savings of Asian sourcing to the small and mid-sized manufacturer without the hassle and risk normally associated with international procurement. It’s no secret that the cost savings from Asian sourcing, primarily in China can be drastic. Cost savings of 50% to75% are possible in many cases. However, most small and mid-sized companies have no idea how to source in China and be assured of quality parts. Continue reading ‘Motorcycle Parts. Americans Unite!’
Vintage Brass Handlebar Risers
Published by April 29th, 2010 in Builders, Controls, Customs and Editorial.
From Brooklyn, NY based custom builder Keinosuke “Keino” Sasaki a set of 2 inch risers in solid brass with pure vintage design.
These “Misumi” risers are provided with rubber bushing for comfort, and solid stainless bottom mount and bolts. For all those appreciating old craftsmanship. From the mind of a Japanese and made in America. Priceless! $450.00. Order online at Keino Cycles.
Custom Simson Motorcycle. What’s That?
Published by April 29th, 2010 in Builders, Customs and Editorial.
Never heard before about a brand of motorcycles called Simson. And you? Founded in Germany by a Jewish family, the Simson’s fled their country in 1936 to escape Hitler’s dictatorship. Under the framework of dispossession of Jewish industrialists a trustee took control of the firm and merged it with other German factories. Continue reading ‘Custom Simson Motorcycle. What’s That?’
One More Tool From JIMS® To Do The Job Right. Oxygen (O2) Sensor Wrench
Published by April 29th, 2010 in Builders and Editorial.
Tools are not “sexy” until you need them to do the job correctly. JIMS®, a leading manufacturer of performance parts and specialty tools for use on Harley-Davidson® motorcycles has just released some new and practical tools for 2010. As example this JIMS Oxygen Sensor Wrench (sku 784) which is a must have new tool for removing and installing Harley’s new 4 wire heated oxygen sensor on 2010 FLH and Touring Models. The new fragile O2 sensor must be torqued to a sensitive 14 ft-lbs, lending to the design of this tool to be used with a 3/8” drive torque wrench. This tool is manufactured from high grade steel, and finished with JIMS black oxide coating. Made in the USA. For more information and the complete tools line go to JIMS USA® or call 805-482-6913.
Harley-Davidson CEO Keith Wandell. First Interview.
Published by April 28th, 2010 in Builders, Editorial and Events.
A couple of days after he had announced his company first quarter 2010 financial results, the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel did Harley-Davidson CEO Keith Wandell first interview. I have to disclose that Journalist Rick Barrett contacted me on Monday April 26, 2010 to comment about Keith Wandell business management and be part of this interview. Not available right away over the phone, I had to decline. I summarize below Keith Wandell answers during this interview.
1- During my 1st year my objective was not to let Harley-Davidson become General Motors. Harley was already so far down that same path 2- They were issues that were going to ruin the company. Continue reading ‘Harley-Davidson CEO Keith Wandell. First Interview.’
Kat Von D. And Her High Voltage Tattoos
Published by April 28th, 2010 in Books, Customs and Editorial.
You probably know her as a TV personality. First in the TLC tattoo series “Miami Ink” (where she had a fall out with Ami James and left the show). Then in the hit TV show “LA Ink” shot in her own tattoo shop in Hollywood, California.
Known by the name Kat Von D. (born Katherine Von Drachenberg in Mexico) during one of her shows she gained the Guinness World Record of most tattoos given by a single person in 24 hours, with a total of 400! (she tattooed herself too). Like many motorcycle builders from California, she credits prominent Latino culture of Los Angeles as being a major influence for her work, the way she designs and draws tattoos. Continue reading ‘Kat Von D. And Her High Voltage Tattoos’
Goodson Aluminum Magneto Cover
Published by April 28th, 2010 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Electrical.
Dennis Goodson hand makes very cool parts, but always in very small quantities. And when they are gone, they are gone for a very long time. Like this sought after ribbed cast aluminum cover for all Fairbanks Morse bodied magnetos, like the Joe Hunt and Morris brands. Lowbrow Customs just got a new batch and you better rush if you want one. Highly polished and sealed inside, it is provided with a quality cork gasket, four stainless screws for installing the cover, and a new set of terminals for the ends of your plug wires. Installation instructions included. $135.00 + shipping.
Sonny Bridges Inducted in Freedom Fighters Hall Of Fame.
Published by April 28th, 2010 in Editorial and Events.
The Sturgis Motorcycle Museum & Hall of Fame just announced Gordon “Sonny” Bridges as the 2010 Freedom Fighters Hall of Fame Inductee. The Freedom Fighters Hall of Fame recognizes the commitment and sacrifices individuals across the nation, and world, have made to protect the rights of motorcyclists. In their honor the Sturgis Motorcycle Museum & Hall of Fame established the nation’s first and only Freedom Fighters Hall of Fame. Gordon “Sonny” Bridges spearheaded a group of bikers in the early 1970s to repeal the state’s mandatory helmet laws. Eventually, this group became the United Bikers of Maine. Sonny was elected its first President and worked tirelessly gathering support and members. Thanks to the efforts of Sonny and others, the helmet law was repealed in 1976. Still, even 35 years later, the issue continues to rise and Sonny continues to battle. Continue reading ‘Sonny Bridges Inducted in Freedom Fighters Hall Of Fame.’
Tucker Rocky Abandoning Print Magazines For Digital Medias
Published by April 27th, 2010 in Editorial.
If there is one person not surprised by such an announcement, of course it’s me. Steve Johnson, Tucker Rocky President and Chief Operating Officer is now convinced that Internet-based digital communications are more cost-effective in providing product information to dealers and consumers.
Tucker Rocky Distributing is a world-wide leader in the wholesale distribution of aftermarket parts, accessories and apparel for the powersports industry. The group has several brands, including “Bikers Choice”. Continue reading ‘Tucker Rocky Abandoning Print Magazines For Digital Medias’
Due to the diversity and abundance of old brands available in Europe, Custom Builders of the Old Continent have an advantage in terms of cost and choice of motors to use for a new build. In the case of this bike, starting with a 1972 Norton Commando 850 cc engine and 4-speed transmission is the assurance that your completed chopper will look not only old school but a lot different on the road and from its competitors in bike shows. Continue reading ‘Norton Commando Chopper’
Even Our US Government Can Fake Green To The EPA
Published by April 27th, 2010 in Builders, Customs and Editorial.
You know how hard it is for motorcycle engines, air cleaners and exhausts to be approved by the EPA (Environment Protection Agency). You heard about how many have been fined – manufacturers, shops, custom builders – for using/installing the wrong set of motorcycle parts. How hard do you think it is to get an Energy Star label on your eco-friendly washing machine? Not hard at all, says the Government Accountability Office. The federal agency recently conducted a stealth investigation that found it was pretty easy to get certified. The GAO created 4 fake companies and submitted 20 fake products to either the Department of Energy or the Environmental Protection Agency for approval. 15 of those bogus products got a green light. Continue reading ‘Even Our US Government Can Fake Green To The EPA’
