Harley-Davidson released a new line of women pink clothing with a portion of the proceeds helping fund the “YourShoes Support Center”, which helped nearly 50,000 people in 2008 and is staffed by breast cancer survivors. The organization provides 24/7 immediate emotional support to people women affected by breast cancer. Harley-Davidson Pink Label Clothing Collection.
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Harley-Davidson Launching Pink Clothing To Support Women Affected By Breast Cancer
Published by January 10th, 2010 in Builders, Editorial, Events and Merchandise.Fast Motorcycle Industry News
Published by January 10th, 2010 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.
Harley-Davidson Motor Co. said Tuesday that it plans to introduce 12 models to the Indian market in 2010. The models, which include Harley’s Sportster, Nightster and Fat Boy lines, will be available for order starting in April with delivery expected in June. They will be priced from 695,000 rupees ($15,046) to 3,495,000 rupees ($75,666)– Roehr Motorcycles LLC the maker of the fastest and most powerful American production sportbike, the 180hp,1250sc, will introduce 2 electric sport and racing motorcycles in the spring of this year: the powerful eSuperbike and the lower spec’d eSupersport. Continue reading ‘Fast Motorcycle Industry News’
Viper Motorcycle Company Signs Joint Venture With Ilmor Engineering
Published by January 9th, 2010 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Engines.
Viper Motorcycle Company, a subsidiary of Viper Powersports Inc. (OTCBB: VPWI) and Ilmor Engineering, Inc., announced today that they have executed the manufacturing agreement outlined in the letter of intent dated October 6, 2009. Viper Motorcycle Company and Ilmor will partner on the manufacture of an Ilmor designed and developed Viper Motorcycle 152 cubic inch V-Twin engine. The Ilmor version of the Viper polished billet engine will be manufactured and assembled by Ilmor in Plymouth, MI, and will be co-branded with the famous racing company’s name. Viper Motorcycles and Ilmor will also provide cross-marketing support to promote the relationship. Continue reading ‘Viper Motorcycle Company Signs Joint Venture With Ilmor Engineering’
Steve McQueen Limited Edition Helmet Line
Published by January 9th, 2010 in Accessories, Editorial and Merchandise.
The Steve McQueen estate is ready to intensify the marketing of the name and image of the late actor/biker and just signed yesterday a three-year licensing partnership with Troy Lee Designs to produce a limited edition helmet line. The Troy Lee Designs / Lucas Oil / Honda Racing Team, which includes Wil Hahn and Cole Seely, will wear the helmet at this weekend’s Anaheim 1 race on Saturday, January 9 at Angel Stadium. Each helmet costs $525, with only 700 units going into production. This will be the first in a series of Steve McQueen™ helmet styles that will roll out over the next three years. The first helmet in the line will be available at select retailers in the U.S. and internationally in June 2010 at Troy Lee Designs. The Steve McQueen Estate is represented by GreenLight.
Baker Drivetrain To The Rescue Of Baby Boomers. Ready To Launch A 5-Speed Reverse.
Published by January 9th, 2010 in Customs, Driveline and Editorial.
During the next 3 weeks I am going to pre-announce some new products to be introduced for the 1st time to the Custom Motorcycle Industry during the Cincinnati V-Twin Expo. New from Baker Drivetrain will be a 5-speed reverse following a popular launch of a 6-speed reverse 2 years ago. The percentage of touring bikes on the road having grown tremendously during these last years, Bert Baker wants now to help all factory 5-speed bagger owners wrestling with the weight of their bikes in tight parking situation. Continue reading ‘Baker Drivetrain To The Rescue Of Baby Boomers. Ready To Launch A 5-Speed Reverse.’
Lee Chapin Leaves Mikuni American Corp.
Published by January 8th, 2010 in Editorial, Engines and Events.
After 24 years with the company, Lee Chapin, lately Vice President of the carburetors division of Mikuni American Corp, has accepted an early retirement package and left the company. Lee is interested in securing another position within the motorsports industry.
Mikuni provides aftermarket carburetors, related parts and tuning components to manufacturers and distributors in the motorcycle, ATV, watercraft and snowmobile industries. Mikuni American has recently downsized its operations and reduced its workforce, and for now will not replace Chapin’s position. Steve Webb will manage distributor and dealer relations. .
A Little Chopper In Black & Brass Called Re-Cycle.
Published by January 8th, 2010 in Builders, Customs and Editorial.
From Santiago Chopper, this new custom bike just shot after leaving the lift to join the street for its first spins. Not a “green” bike but kind of a re-cycled one. A 1994 stock Harley-Davidson engine fitted with Edelbrock Heads and a stock 5-speed tranny of the same year are cradled in a Red Neck Engineering frame massaged by bossman Alan Bernard. Frame, rear fender, gas tank, rocker boxes, tray covers and front end from Jerry Springer are black powdercoated to give shine to the brass risers, headlamp and taillight from Crime Scene Choppers. Looking simple, easy to handle easy and easy on your budget. Santiago Chopper.
Cris Sommer-Simmons To Ride Coast To Coast The Cannonball On A 1915 Harley-Davidson
Published by January 8th, 2010 in Editorial and Events.
Cris wants to be the 1st woman to ride the Motorcycle Cannonball. If you don’t know, this event is a 3200 miles run on vintage motorcycles, the name after Erwin “Cannonball” Baker who set many riding records in the early 1900’s. At the time Erwin made the US coast west coast in just 11 days on roads which were not roads, but mostly dusty trails.
Riding a vintage motorcycle on very long distances is a challenge for both the rider and machine, a test of physical endurance and of performance. Cris will begin the transcontinental run in Kitty Hawk, North Carolina riding a 1915 Harley Davidson. She states that it’s the thrill of her lifetime. Continue reading ‘Cris Sommer-Simmons To Ride Coast To Coast The Cannonball On A 1915 Harley-Davidson’
Tricky Air & Billet Front Air Suspension Kit For Harley-Davidson FLH
Published by January 8th, 2010 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Suspension.
Tricky Air & Billet Inc. has always been on the forefront of new shock technology with its radical front air suspension systems. Not only for Harley but also for Victory, Honda, Kawasaki, Suzuki, Yamaha models and of course custom applications.
New for 2010 is a combo 5-degree raked triple tree with front air suspension forks conceived specifically for FLH Harleys (it’s in addition to the 4-degree rake) . The objective is to offer Bagger lovers a kit offering the best of both worlds: looks and very smooth suspension and rebound for the long and very long rides. The unit is made with 2 different sizes, 41mm holes for the stock legs and 55mm holes for the Tricky air forks. No modifications are needed to the frame to run the Tricky Trees. Simply remove your old standard 4 degree trees and install the new ones. Tricky Air & Billet has designed the trees with stainless steel brackets on the side in order to keep the headlight in it’s proper location. Prices start from $575.00 and up according to finish. 866-922-3533. Tricky Air And Billet.
Honda. Master Of Mechanical Complications.
Published by January 7th, 2010 in Builders, Editorial and Videos.Everything that you see happened in real time exactly as you see it. The recording required 606 takes and in the first 605 takes there always was something, usually of minor importance, that didn’t work. It was necessary for the recording team to install the set-up time after time and it took several weeks working day and night to achieve this effect. The recording cost 6 million dollars and it took 3 months to finish, including the engineering design of the sequence. The duration of the video is only 2 minutes, but every time that Honda shows the commercial on British television, they make enough money to support any of us for the rest of our lives. By the way, about the shield wipers in the new Honda Accords, they are sensitive to water and designed to start working as soon as they get wet (thanks Troy).
New Pandemonium Gas Tank
Published by January 7th, 2010 in Builders, Chassis, Customs and Editorial.
Evidently for custom applications, this new steel gas tank is setup for the petcock to be installed in the bottom rear to let you run till’ the last drop of gas. A clear fuel hose is used as a gauge and the 2 line fittings are in brass. Capacity is 2.2 gallon and it will set you back $225.00 + shipping. By the way, these guys customize both American & Metric bikes. Pandemonium Custom Choppers.
Ridley Motorcycle Company Bankruptcy (Suite)
Published by January 7th, 2010 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.
Got a little bit confused this morning when I read new court papers filed in Bankruptcy Court of the Western District Of Oklahoma showing that on December 29, 09 Ridley Motorcycle Company filed not only under Chapter 11 but also under Chapter 7 with a meeting of creditors scheduled February 2, 2010. I am not a lawyer, but got the explanation by getting the document below explaining both Chapter 11 & 7 bankruptcy. So, for those who want to know everything or are directly concerned as creditors, read below (lawyers’ comments welcome). Continue reading ‘Ridley Motorcycle Company Bankruptcy (Suite)’
Ready To Pay $100 For The Freedom Of Riding Without A Helmet?
Published by January 7th, 2010 in Editorial and Events.
This post forwarded by Rogue (Sturgis Freedom Fighters, Motorcycle Hall Of Fame Member 2005).
“To Pay for freedom? No way! This is what happens when motorcycle rights organizations make compromise deals with state legislative bodies. Motorcycle Rights Organizations need to go back to Protests and Civil Disobedience. That worked before and will again, you just need some balls to do it. Now enter law enforcement wanting to shake down motorcyclists who want to ride without a helmet. The Michigan State Police Union and the Deputy Sheriffs Union have come out in favor of the bill if a fee of $100 is charged for the privilege of riding without a helmet It’s all-out Money and not Safety!” Continue reading ‘Ready To Pay $100 For The Freedom Of Riding Without A Helmet?’
A Letter From Sheldon Coleman CEO Of Big Dog Motorcycles
Published by January 6th, 2010 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.
Below the email I received from Sheldon Coleman.
“Happy New Year to all!! 2010 is here at last. Personally, I am glad to have 2009 behind us, and am looking forward to all the prospects of a fresh year, with hopefully an improving economy and a more robust industry! As a reminder, we have decided to focus our energies on only one of the two February trade shows for this year. In the past, we have tried to accommodate both the Cincinnati V-Twin Expo and the Indianapolis Powersports Dealer Expo into our schedule and budget. Unfortunately, this year we had to choose between these two fine events. Continue reading ‘A Letter From Sheldon Coleman CEO Of Big Dog Motorcycles’
Breaking News. Ridley Motorcycles In Chapter 11 Bankruptcy Reorganization.
Published by January 6th, 2010 in Builders and Events.
Financially exhausted by poor sales and by defending during 6 years a very costly lawsuit filed by Harley-Davidson (I remember President Clay Ridley telling me last September that more than 1/2 million dollars were spent in defense lawyer fees) and settled in 2009 (with Ridley losing the right to use the Auto-Glide name), Ridley Motorcycle Company filed on December 29, 09 a voluntarily petition under Chapter 11 of the US Bankruptcy Code. A motion was just filed the day after on December 30, 09 by MidFirst Bank, lender to Ridley in 2005 of an amount of $1 million, for the bankruptcy court to authorize the abandonment of the collateral given by Ridley to the bank. (Ridley already voluntarily surrendered its collateral to the bank on October 1st 2009, but Ridley bankruptcy case was filed before Midfirst Bank had the time to organize an auction this January 2010). The court document in my possession shows that the indebtedness by Ridley to MifFirst Bank far exceeds the value of the given collateral. Continue reading ‘Breaking News. Ridley Motorcycles In Chapter 11 Bankruptcy Reorganization.’
Jay Leno Introduces You To His 1933 Indian Four
Published by January 6th, 2010 in Builders and Editorial.From Jay Leno’s Garage. You know the story. In 1901, bicycle racer and builder George Hendee teamed up with engineer Carl Oscar Hedstrom to build a 1.75 hp single cylinder motorcycle prototype with a revolutionary chain drive. The Indian Motocycle Company was soon formed in Springfield, Massachusetts. Jay introduces you to his 1933 Indian Four.
Wilwood GP-Series 4-Piston Billet Brake Calipers
Published by January 6th, 2010 in Brakes, Builders, Customs and Editorial.
Wilwood is a high performance brake calipers and rotors company whose products were originally designed for race and off-road use and now successfully transitioned its braking equipment to street use. All Wilwood products work great, look very good, both reasons why you see them more and more on many custom bikes. Continue reading ‘Wilwood GP-Series 4-Piston Billet Brake Calipers’
Mystery Of The Jeff Decker Bronze Statue Disappearance Is Solved. Almost!
Published by January 5th, 2010 in Customs, Editorial and Events.
When managers of Harley-Davidson of Lindon called police last Saturday morning and reported that friend of the industry Jeff Decker 4-ton metal statue called “Land Speed” was missing (see my original post), quite a few people were smiling, including myself. Not because of the audacity of the theft but because many knew that this piece of art was never paid to Jeff by the Harley dealership owner.
Yesterday, the statue was found at Jeff’s home, Jeff believing that the statue is his property and was on loan, while the Harley-Davidson motorcycle dealership listed it as an asset in its current bankruptcy filing. Lindon Police Chief Cody Cullimore says that Jeff Decker admitted he was involved in arranging to have it removed from Timpanogos Harley-Davidson’s property. Continue reading ‘Mystery Of The Jeff Decker Bronze Statue Disappearance Is Solved. Almost!’
Harley-Davidson Sportster XR-1200 In The Globe Of Death
Published by January 5th, 2010 in Editorial, Events and Videos.The story behind the video. Gavin Walker owner of Harley-Davidson Victoria, Australia and a friend called Steve Butler (an Aussie stunt guy) decide to repair a Globe Of Death and to put a Sportster XR-1200 in it. Round one, the Globe wins against Steve. Round two…
Now Is The Best Time To Buy A Motorcycle. Not In One Year.
Published by January 5th, 2010 in Builders and Editorial.
Here my 2010 prognostic. It’s going to be the best year to buy a motorcycle, and it will not be in 2011 or later. I have some good reasons to think this way.
You know that prices are much lower than in recent years for negotiated new models and used bikes. Dealers are offering huge incentives betting that they will get back some of their money when you go back to them for service and new parts. Because of manufacturer tight budgets and economically driven conservatism, the 2009 and 2010 models feature only some minor styling changes. Continue reading ‘Now Is The Best Time To Buy A Motorcycle. Not In One Year.’
New Tattoo Wheels By Xtreme Machine.
Published by January 5th, 2010 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Wheels.
As you can imagine, due to the overwhelming choice of designs (choosing a wheel is probably the most difficult decision for most bikers), wheel designers and manufacturers are looking for more ways to differentiate their models and let you 
express your personality.
A good example of this approach is a new 2010 series of wheels by XTreme Machine with 7 different designs and 7 colors to choose from. The tattooing of these new wheels is done via a “Hard Process” that I will not explain to you because it is “Washington Classified”. See all designs and colors by going to X-Treme Machine.
If you live up north, current extremely cold temperatures are hazardous to you, you car and your bike. Tip: if you see a polar bear slip, you will too.
Keino Cycles “Peace & Quiet” Little Chopper
Published by January 4th, 2010 in Builders, Customs and Editorial.
If you have the talent any bike can look extremely good with the proper custom treatment. Like this 1973 Harley FX using a Keino Cycles frame (34-degree rake, 3-up), hand fabricated custom gas and oil tanks with the power plant being the original Milwaukee engine boosted to 93″ (Andrews B Cam & S&S E Carb) and featuring a front Pan and rear Shovel rocker box (an Indian Larry favorite engine look). Continue reading ‘Keino Cycles “Peace & Quiet” Little Chopper’
4-Ton Jeff Decker Bronze Sculpture Stolen From A Harley-Davidson Dealer
Published by January 3rd, 2010 in Editorial and Events.
We all know that motorcycles are very vulnerable to thieves. Apparently 4-ton bronze motorcycles can evaporate as easily.
During the night from Friday to Saturday the Jeff Decker bronze “Land Speed” was stolen front of the Timpanagos Harley-Davidson store in Utah. The sculpture was mounted on a giant rock slab and the thieves, probably with a crane or forklift. were able to lift the 4-ton bronze and its support and to disappear unnoticed…I wonder. Can it be another case of repossessed motorcycle?
Billy Lane Using His Skills And Helping Others While In Prison
Published by January 3rd, 2010 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.
As expected by those who, like me, know him personally, Billy Lane has turned his prison time into a positive by helping other inmates learn how to weld and working on fixing the vehicles of the Avon Park Work Camp where he is serving a 6-year sentence after pleading no contest to one count of vehicular homicide for crashing his pickup truck head-on into and killing 56-year-old Park Ranger Gerald Morelock. During the last 4 months since his sentencing, Billy has also resolved his remaining legal problem surrounding the accident of Setpember 4, 2006. The civil lawsuit filed by Erin derrick – Lane’s passenger during the crash – for hospital bills compensation was settled out of court.
Custom Motorcycle Trends Via Web Keyword Searches.
Published by January 3rd, 2010 in Builders, Customs and Editorial.
It’s no secret that the number of keywords queries made in search engines gives you an accurate idea of the interest of web surfers for a certain topic. Many companies, like Google Trends, keep track of all daily keyword searches made around the world with a breakdown going precisely to the number of these searches in your local city. Continue reading ‘Custom Motorcycle Trends Via Web Keyword Searches.’
