For those who are too young to know and for those who forgot, below is the story of the Mustang Scooter Company. Steve Seidner and his new venture California Scooter Co. are honored to continue the legacy of the original Mustang Scooter (see article above) and to offer to a new generation the legend that was started in Forrest’s garage all those years ago. Continue reading ‘Steve Seidner’s California Scooters And The Mustang Legacy’
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Steve Seidner’s California Scooters And The Mustang Legacy
Published by October 8th, 2009 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.Fat Katz Gas Tankz And Fenderz Is For Sale
Published by October 7th, 2009 in Chassis, Customs and Editorial.
I was a little bit in shock when Don Baumunk, Founder and President of Fat Katz sent me this evening the following email. Most of you have a tendency to think that all businesses for sale are the consequence of our economic recession. Not so. A lot of us are close to or reaching retirement age…And like anyone, if we can financially retire, why not? There is a lot of discussion about the aging of bikers and the problem it creates for our OEM and after-market industry. But we forget – sometimes it’s better this way- that we all aged at the same speed… Continue reading ‘Fat Katz Gas Tankz And Fenderz Is For Sale’
Sucker Punch Sally’s To Continue Partnership With Progressive Insurance
Published by October 7th, 2009 in Builders, Customs and Editorial.
Sucker Punch Sally’s is continuing its partnership with Progressive Insurance, the country’s number-one motorcycle insurer. Highlights of last year’s partnership included building two Progressive Insurance bikes; designing a co-branded giveaway t-shirt; designing a 28-foot trailer featuring both Progressive and SPS; and appearing together at all 11 IMS Cycle World Motorcycle Shows. Continue reading ‘Sucker Punch Sally’s To Continue Partnership With Progressive Insurance’
Chris Callen, Editor In Chief of Cycle Source, our industry Grass Roots Motorcycle Publication, requests that you participate in the annual survey to nominate those who in 2009 contributed the most to the betterment of our sport.
The survey is a short questionaire with open questions to help you name the man and the woman of the year, the best production and custom bike, the best builder, product and best event of 2009. It will take you less than 5 minutes. Vote now by clicking HERE.
Harley-Davidson Rolls Out Plans In India
Published by October 7th, 2009 in Builders, Editorial and Events.
In addition to those originally planned in Punjab, Bangalore, Hyderabad, Mumbai and New Delhi, Harley-Davidson is now looking to open dealerships in some more India cities. Harley-Davidson India managing director Anoop Prakash said that all cities making business sense will be studied. You have until November 2nd to submit your application. For now, all 15 Harley-Davidson models sold in India will be imported from the US. Looking for a job abroad? Why not sell your mechanic skills for a big price for a couple of years with an India dealership? Advice: New Dehli & Mumbia are the best locations…
Canada based MotoXcycle is already well known in the industry for its production or one-off handcrafted oil tanks. But none were offered copper plated. Observing that a lot of custom builders have entered the “copper age”, Fausto Simoes just produced a new limited edition of its famous deep finned oval oil tank. Sides are CNC machined from solid steel, and all the tank is highly polished before receiving the copper treatment. Will fit stock Harley Evo or Twin Cam bikes and of course any custom. With or without battery box. Of course, you can still order the raw, chrome plated or powder coated (almost any color) versions. Not a cheap China cracking bag, but a very high quality piece. Call on by behalf Fausto at 450-201-0787. MotoXcycle Inc.
“Cyril, I’m pleased to announce that I have released my second single 2 Wheels Move the Soul, written by me and my friend, blues artist Trevor Finlay. This new song is the follow-up to the first single that I released earlier in the summer called Ridelicious.
I didn’t wait for any record company. I’m doing this all the nitty gritty biker chick way. Like a road gypsy riding and camping her way across the country on a passion trip with no particular destination, just doing it because I LOVE to and I MUSt It’s like breathing. The art of writing, music and riding is breathing to me. It’s life. No matter what, I’m giving my dreams free spirited life. Continue reading ‘2 Wheels Move The Soul. The Song.’
Joint Venture Between Viper Motorcycle Company And Ilmor Engineering
Published by October 6th, 2009 in Builders, Editorial and Engines.
Viper Motorcycle Company, a subsidiary of Viper Powersports Inc. (OTCBB: VPWI) and Ilmor Engineering, Inc. announced today that they have executed a letter of intent to partner on the manufacture of an Ilmor developed Viper Motorcycle 152 cubic inch V-Twin engine. The Ilmor version of the Viper polished billet engine, created during the past six-months, will be manufactured and assembled in Plymouth, MI, by the famed race engine design and development company and will be co-branded with the famous Ilmor name. Viper Motorcycles and Ilmor will also provide cross-marketing support to promote the relationship. Continue reading ‘Joint Venture Between Viper Motorcycle Company And Ilmor Engineering’
Custom Pushrod Covers For Your Engine
Published by October 6th, 2009 in Customs, Editorial and Engines.
A company called Weslin Industries just launched a line of custom Pushrod Wraps to customize your original pushrod covers. I didn’t try them and wonder how good they hold with engine heat. If they stay in place, don’t burn, don’t discolor, maybe they are worth a try on your next project. There is no need to take your motor apart to get this custom look. They seem to be an easy and less expensive way to get a custom dimensional look over the original chrome covers. They come in different designs, custom colors and can be trimmed with scissors for an exact fit. The Cloverleaf Pushrod Wraps are anodized with gold leaf. The Hexagonal and Union Jack Wraps are powder coated with standard colors black, red and blue. The solid Pushrod Wrap is polished gold mylar. Ask questions on my behalf to Steve Mueller at Weslin Industries.
As you already know I am a Converse addict and love the shoes private line designed by John Varvatos for this company, all priced under $80.00. Then I received this picture of a new Hi-Tops model that John Varvatos is selling direct. Love at first sight till’ I read the price. $250.00. I understand that John Varvatos has big bills at his fabulous 315 Bowery, New york, NY store installed in the location of former iconic rock club CBGB (hope you have been there during its 30-year run). Continue reading ‘All Star Hi-Priced Hi-Tops’
Every year there is a study made by Interbrand Agency and published by Fortune Magazine to rank the valuation of the 100 “Best Global Brands” in the world. Interbrand rates the companies that run businesses on at least 3 continents. Because the state of the “word economy” worsened in 2008, the overall value of these 100 brands declined by 4.6%. Among all losers Harley-Davidson experienced the biggest fall in value, down a whopping 43% or 4.34 billion due to the 66% drop in the company profits in 2 quarters of year 2008. Among other automotive losers, Lexus lost 12% , Ford lost 11%, Toyota, Volkswagen and Porsche lost 8%, Mercedes-Benz, BMW, Honda and Audi lost 7% each. General Motors and Chrysler Group LLC did not even make the list in the top 100 brands in the world! (graphic is for illustration only and doesn’t reflect Harley-Davidson brand value over time)
Indian motorcycles are alive. As new models produced in Kings Mountain, NC. As restorations in sheds and barns all over the world. As replica models like this 1930’s style Indian Chief built by Mike “Kiwi” Tomas in his Riverside, CA shop. As you all know now Mike devotes his business (and personal) life to reproducing high quality Indian parts and engines to give you the opportunity to ride a new model looking like the Springfield originals but with today’s reliability. As a matter of fact Mike let you choose among almost unlimited options at one condition, that it looks like a pure Indian. This one was built in-house on their proprietary frame, Kiwi Flathead 84″ engine, 4-speed transmission, leaf spring front end and rolls on 18″ wheels. Last time I saw it it was 1 month ago in Bonneville, turned into a side-car, with Mike and wife spinning on the Salts to salute the Indian Gods. At Kiwi Indian. (pictures by HRF)
Nick Anglada Originals, one of the best sport bike designers and builders is proud to announce that it has signed an exclusive apparel sponsorship contract with Stay Fast Custom Clothing Company.
In an agreement between both companies, Anglada will only wear and display Stay Fast’s custom designs, forsaking all other motorsports apparel. Both companies appeal to the sport bike enthusiast. “Stay Fast” has a very limited line but offers quite a few cool tee-shirts representative of today’s Street Culture Attire.
Street Chopper Magazine’s 40th Anniversary Feature Bike
Published by October 5th, 2009 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.
40 years in business! Bring the Bubbly. But not before you finish a 70’s style chopper build. Yes, this October, Street Chopper Magazine 40th anniversary issue will do a cover feature on this bike built with parts coming from the who’s who of the industry. And I must say that if I had to pick only one new bike to illustrate the 70’s custom motorcycle style, “Ruby Black Back” would reach the top of my short list. Continue reading ‘Street Chopper Magazine’s 40th Anniversary Feature Bike’
Ridley Motorcycle Company At Idle Speed
Published by October 4th, 2009 in Builders, Customs and Editorial.
A few days ago, I talked over the phone to Clay Ridley Founder and President since 1995 of the Ridley Motorcycle Company, a manufacturer positioning its bikes on the market as “America’s Automatic Motorcycles”. He stated that his company is still in business but that that he gave licensing to a company called “2 Wheel Ventures” the distribution and the sales of all the existing Ridley parts & accessories. Continue reading ‘Ridley Motorcycle Company At Idle Speed’
Broken Spoke’s Daytona Biketoberfest Party
Published by October 4th, 2009 in Builders, Editorial and Events.
It will be the Broken Spoke Saloon last bash of 2009 and you don’t want to miss it if you participate to Bikertoberfest. Those of you who missed (or loved!) Foghat in Sturgis will have a chance to seem them again on Friday, October 16th. Continue reading ‘Broken Spoke’s Daytona Biketoberfest Party’
The New Springfield Museum. Sneak Peek Video.
Published by October 4th, 2009 in Builders, Editorial and Events.Doors will open saturday October 10th. The brand new Museum Of Springfield History will feature the city’s rich history first automobile (a Rolls Royce built in 1899) to more than two dozen Indian motorcycles. Here is a sneak peak video from the local TV station. Springfield Museum.
Italian design. You don’t explain. You just watch and admire it. Travel there to understand…
Modern with a vintage inspiration, these hand controls mixing aluminum and brass have ergonomic details like a rib on top of the lever for a better and more comfortable grip and exquisite hardware details difficult to show you on this picture. But if you want a set, beauty has a big price, especially after you make the conversion from Euros to devaluated US Dollars. Get the bad news yourself after you visit Kustomtech Italy.
Art Of The Chopper Press Conference And Exhibition
Published by October 3rd, 2009 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.
To all those in Florida before, during and after Daytona Biketoberfest, I remind you that the Art Of The Chopper Exhibition at the Appleton Museum Of Art in Ocala, FL will debut October 10th and will last till January 10th, 2010. On Friday October 9th. I will join “Art Of The Chopper” author and exhibition curator Tom Zimberoff and my fellow Custom Builders Hank Young and Vince Doll for a press conference followed by a VIP Kick Start Party from 4 to 10 pm. Continue reading ‘Art Of The Chopper Press Conference And Exhibition’
Get Your Custom Bike Featured For Free In Foreign Magazines
Published by October 3rd, 2009 in Builders, Customs and Editorial.
UK based veteran photographer Steve Kelly will cross the big pound and will be on US soil in Daytona during Biketoberfest and a little bit more before and after the rally. He is looking for custom bikes, any style including vintage, to shoot in and around Daytona from October 7th through 18th, for publication in magazines from Europe, Scandinavia and Japan. Send by email a couple of shots of your pride (even if not yet 100% completed) explaining in a few words… why you are so proud of it Please e-mail stevekellyphotos@hotmail.com
Chris McGee and Brian Marion Launch Revolution Communications
Published by October 3rd, 2009 in Editorial and Events.![chrismcgee[1]](http://www.cyrilhuzeblog.com/wp-content/uploads/chrismcgee1.jpg "chrismcgee[1]")
Chris McGee and Brian Marion just announced their departure from UK based trade publisher Dealer World as respectively President & Publisher to create a Motorsports Marketing Company named Revolution Communications Inc. The intent is “to serve the complete marketing needs of companies within our industry with progressive and innovative strategy” says Chris McGee. Continue reading ‘Chris McGee and Brian Marion Launch Revolution Communications’
Only in America and seen on a Lowes parking lot in Mississippi…
This trike is registered as a car because it is built from a front wheel drive Ford car.
Pretty ingenious…for registration. I guess the “car” insurance premium was cut in half, too.
Concept Motorcycles To Dream Or To Nightmare
Published by October 2nd, 2009 in Builders, Customs and Editorial.
Few concept vehicles are produced and it can be a good thing. Most are never and it’s also a good thing. Above, 4 concept motorcycles and I let you decide which one(s) you would like to see being offered by a manufacturer. Continue reading ‘Concept Motorcycles To Dream Or To Nightmare’
The same way this Blog is not made to run classified for bikes and parts for sale, I will not run job offers. But how to refuse, in this depressed economy, to help a few people find a job. Custom Chrome is seeking qualified and experienced Road Rep applicants to fill immediately critical territories. Southern California, Florida, South Texas, The Greater Chicago-land area, (to include portions of Wisconsin and Minnesota), Missouri, Mid-Atlantic area, (Delaware, New Jersey and Maryland), Pacific Northwest region, (Washington and Oregon), New York State, North and South Carolina and the Las Vegas and Arizona territories. Continue reading ‘Custom Chrome® Looking To Hire Immediately New Reps’
Santiago Chopper’s Believe It Or Not Custom Bike. $1500
Published by October 2nd, 2009 in Builders, Customs and Editorial.
Good cooks have a special talent to improvise last minute yummy recipes using only left overs. Good motorcycle builders do the same with spare parts laying around the shop or garage. If it was possible to control the true cost of recycled parts used to build a custom bike, I would organize a bike show to elect the best of the cheapest custom motorcycles built from the ground up. Let’s say, under $5000.00. Continue reading ‘Santiago Chopper’s Believe It Or Not Custom Bike. $1500′
You Can Now Share Cyril Huze Blog Posts On Twitter
Published by October 2nd, 2009 in Builders, Customs and Editorial.
In case you didn’t notice, under each article (bottom right) in addition of the link “Email This”, there is a new “Tweet This” link. And you are all using Twitter. Right? Not yet?? When???
It means that now, instead of copying and pasting the URL address of one of my articles that you want to share with your friends through Twitter, you just click on “Tweet This” and the page link (already shortened) will automatically appear in your new Tweet. Cool. Try it now.
