Radiantz has well known for manufacturing some of the highest quality and brightest LED Products. Their LED motorcycle Lights includes patented Flexible LED arrays, Top FX, Side FX, tail lights, turn signals, strobe modules, brake light modulators, clear , read, amber and now smoked lenses. Featured here is their flexible LED arrays with the new one that will match most turn signal and taillight smoked lenses. Tel: 877-469-4241. Radiantz.
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Radiantz New Flexible Smoked LED Array.
Published by June 5th, 2009 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Electrical.
A new painting from Stefanie Aziere-Sattler depicting 2 women racing each other.
As a matter of fact The Motorcycle Hall of Fame Museum in Sturgis has requested a Print to be on display this year with the Special Women in Racing edition they have done on Laura Klock and Her Daughters, Erica and Karlee Cobb. Stefanie Aziere-Sattler at Chromed Impressions.
S&S Cycle Launches The Flathead K Bobb
Published by June 4th, 2009 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Engines.
You know S&S Cycle as a leading manufacturer of performance engines and replacement parts for v-twin motorcycles for over 50 years.. And now, a first: S&S® Cycle Inc. introduces the K Bobb, a complete vintage reproduction motorcycle under the Flathead Power™ brand. This fully functional display bike is modeled after a customized 1946 FLH bobber. This is as authentic a reproduction as can be made with current technology. Warning: Classified as a display motorcycle, K Bobb is not intended for daily driving, since it does not comply with current emissions standards. However, it is legal to ride this motorcycle to and from shows and events. In accordance with regulations governing display motorcycles, only 24 bikes of such type can be produced in a calendar year, so supplies are very limited. Continue reading ‘S&S Cycle Launches The Flathead K Bobb’
Last week, I just had to write that the UK Custom Motorcycle Scene was a little bit dull to receive a flow of bike pictures coming from English Magazine Back Street Heroes. And I liked this one, a 1958 Ariel Red Hunter 350 cc built about two years ago by Rob ‘Billy Whiz’ Willis in his shed. Continue reading ‘Plum Krazy 1958 Custom Ariel’
Harbortown Bobber DVD Preview
Published by June 4th, 2009 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Videos.From directors Zach Coffman and Scott Di Lalia of the motorcycle movies “Choppertown”, “The Sinners” and “Brittown” comes a new motorcycle fabrication documentary called “Harbortown Bobber”. The DVD should be ready by the end of July and you will be able to order it at Choppertown or Harbortown Bobber websites.
Although I must have been “briefed” by about 2 dozens of manufacturers wanting me to endorse their products I am not an expert in bike wash and detailing. I just know 1- the meaning of clean when I see it. 2- that you are better off to do it yourself than to give your bike to the first “Girls Bike Wash” you see when arriving in a rally…
This intro to let you know that “Wizards Bike Wash” is not only another product promising to let you foam away any grime, oil, brake dust, degrease engine/wheels without damaging your paint/chrome/plastics, but that by buying a 22 oz bottle you can help a charity called “Guide Dogs Of America”. This association is dedicated to its mission to provide guide dogs and instruction of their use, free of charge, to blind and visually impaired men and women from the United States and Canada. Starting June 15th, Wizards will donate $1 to the Guide Dogs of America organization for every bottle of Wizards Bike Wash purchased. So, I just gave you at least one good reason to try this product.
Thought that a lot of you could make a funny comment.
So here’s the deal. Write a comment showing your humor. Make my readers laugh. I will pick the funniest line, contact its author via email and he will receive one of my tees, of course free of charge.
Let’s get started…
Laurent Dutruel Show, Street And Race Bike
Published by June 3rd, 2009 in Builders, Customs and Events.
To build a custom bike able at the same time to win prestigious bike shows, perform on the street, race…and win a record in Bonneville is an arduous challenge that very few custom builders have given to themselves… As far as I know, Roger Goldammer from Canada and Fred Krugger from Belgium are the only ones who have successfully defied the show judges, the street cops and the race chronometer with the same bike. And now I think you can add a 3rd name: Laurent Dutruel from France. He is an eclectic and atypical builder like I like them. (Just read again about his amazing Aluminum WL 45). As many Europeans, Laurent is a nostalgic of the Café Racer era. You can immediately recognize his inspiration, the 77 Harley-Davidson XLCR 1000. Continue reading ‘Laurent Dutruel Show, Street And Race Bike’
Broken Spoke Saloon Laconia Extravaganza
Published by June 3rd, 2009 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.
The 86th Annual Laconia Motorcycle Week begins June 13th located at 1072 Watson Road (Route 3) in Laconia, has lined up new entertainment. Not only the sexiest barmaids serving long neck bottles but this year a Bike Build-Off between Chica & Paul Cox, free live music every day and night, wild rides on the mechanical bull and top shelf vendors. In addition the new Broken Spoke Laconia RV Ranch will allow folks to party and camp right on premises (for reservations, jump to Broken Spoke or call 866-254-2526), and the Saloon & Museum will be OPEN until November 1, 2009 – extending the party for the entire summer.
Regarding the build-Off between Chica and Paul Cox, the winner will be announced, following a shakedown ride, live on stage Saturday June 20th. For music, Boston’s own Bang Camaro kicks off the Week on Friday night June 13th. Continue reading ‘Broken Spoke Saloon Laconia Extravaganza’
Ural released a new model called the Ural T Sidecar Motorcycle. For $9999 you are certain to make your neighbors worry about your intentions, and probably will get more looks in the streets than any top of the line custom motorcycle featured in Easyriders. Perfect for summer country rides and I guarantee that your kid or your pet will love to ride by your side. You know that it is assembled in Russia, but probably not that the parts used come from Ducati, Brembo, Keihlin, Sachs, Herzog, Denso, etc. It is powered by a OHV air cooled 4-stroke flat twin cylinder engine of 750 cc, so you will not be able to get a ticket by speeding over 65 mph on the highway. Gearbox is 4 forward and a very useful 1 reverse if you insist for parking it in a big city parking space. Ural Russian Motorcycles.
Who doesn’t like the look of car knock off wheels? Thanks to a company called Bike Builders Bible, you can now give the 60’s look to your custom motorcycle. The company offers a series of wheels in many styles and sizes for most stock and custom applications, all available with a compatible knock off. If you don’t want to buy a new set of wheels, ask if yours will accept their knock off hubs. Made in THE USA. Some other interesting parts in their website. Bike Builders Bible.
Indian Motorcycle Charlotte Price Reductions
Published by June 2nd, 2009 in Builders, Editorial and Events.
The most recent news I got from Indian Motorcycle is that the objective of 700 bikes for 2009 will be reached (750 are being produced). Today, the flagship Indian Motorcycle Dealership in Charlotte, NC announced a major price reduction on only one model: the Indian Chief Standard Long fender Chief Standard reduced by $2,499. Short fender Chief Standard reduced by $5,000. They are available for immediate delivery. Does it mean, as the opposite of what many of you were thinking that the most expensive models ( Deluze, Roadmaster & Vintage) are easier to sell that the Standard one? That buyers prefer the Classic skirted fender than the new short one? Probably. If you are in North Carolina and wish a free demo ride call 888-600-INDIAN (4634). Indian Motorcycle Charlotte
Question 1: Can I mix viscosity grades?
Spectro Answer: Yes, you can and no harm will be done. Topping up with 10w40, if its all you have available, will not injure the 20w50 in your crankcase. It will, however, lower the overall viscosity of your crankcase oil to a certain extent. This will cause no harm to your motorcycle. Likewise, adding a 20w50 product to 10w40 will slightly increase the overall viscosity in your crankcase. Again, no harm will occur. Continue reading ‘Spectro Answers Your Oil Questions’
A One-Million Mile Ride On A Harley-Davidson Gets You A Free Brand New One
Published by June 2nd, 2009 in Builders and Events.
Former State Senator Dave Zien of Eau Claire bought new his 91 Harley FXRT and hit the 1 million-mile mark on April 4. As amazing, Dave kept all his gas receipts and repair records to prove every mile of his 18-year ride! The Factory is so proud of him that it was decided to give him a brand new bike in exchange of the old one. If you go to Sturgis, the bike will be on display at the Sturgis Motorcycle Hall Of Fame, then the bike will return to Wisconsin where it will be in permanent exhibition at the Harley-Davidson Museum.
Don’t know much about this retro looking custom sport bike, but I think it’s worth publishing in my Blog. On this one, bare steel and aluminum is the real deal. It was built by a shop called Krazy Horse Custom Cycles in England, a country whose custom motorcycle scene is a little bit too tame. Ed Martin from Jammer/Custom Chrome agrees with me and gave its Builder a special Jammer Trophy (pictures Horst Rosler)
Custom Motorcycle Builders Talk About The 360 Brake
Published by June 1st, 2009 in Brakes, Builders, Customs, Videos and Wheels.Laconia Jamboree Bike Show and Swap Meet On June 13th
Published by June 1st, 2009 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.
During your stay in Laconia, don’t miss the 3rd edition on June 13th. It’s for all the do-it-yourself, grass roots motorcycle builders and wave a giant middle finger into the face of the standard Laconia Bike Week scene. As the organizers states it: “We are the loud and obnoxious throwback to days past when owning a bike meant working on your bike. We would rather dig through bins of greasy parts than order the latest bolt-on from the mega-catalogs. Continue reading ‘Laconia Jamboree Bike Show and Swap Meet On June 13th’
Mac Motorcycles. The 60’s Revisited With A Buell Engine.
Published by June 1st, 2009 in Builders and Customs.
Don’t you love when you hear about a new company releasing concept bikes with the objective of becoming the new hit of the motorcycle industry? I do. And this story comes from the UK where very little was happening during these last 15 years when you compare to other European countries. Mac Motorcycles is the story of Ellis Pitt meeting 2 designers (Mark Wells & Ian Wride at Xenophya Design) and deciding with them that it was time to return to the spirit of motorcycling and come back to bikes equipped with “nothing surplus to requirements”. Continue reading ‘Mac Motorcycles. The 60’s Revisited With A Buell Engine.’
Tired of using those old kick arms that flop back to the kick position every time you ride? The boys at Nash Motorcycle state that they solved this problem. Developed and Patented by John Grant, machined into the arm of the Swift Kick are rare earth magnets that hold the kick pedal in place when in the down position. Flips out, locks in, for a solid kick, flips back, slides down for a comfortable ride. Cast from a 174 stainless steel, and constructed with all premium stainless steel hardware. A brushed brass end cap tops off the kick pedal to give it that unique look.Available in brushed and polished finishes. $257. Nash Motorcycle.
Bagger Anti Rattle Shift Linkages
Published by May 31st, 2009 in Accessories, Controls and Editorial.
Improve a little bit your bagger by using these Softbrake shift linkage arms in conjunction with spring loaded spacers and caps. The combo will help you eliminate that annoying rattle and cover the end of the stock shaft inner shift arms. These linkage arms are direct replacements for OEM inner arms found on 1982 to present FLH touring models. Precision machined from 6061 billet aluminum they are available in show chrome or black powder coated. Arms retail for $75.00. Spring loaded spacers go for $17.00 (short) and $19.00 (long), standard spacer is $16.00 and the cap runs $17.00. Softbrake.
Jesse James Is A Dead Man TV Show Starts Tomorrow
Published by May 30th, 2009 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Videos.
Just a reminder that Jesse James’s new TV Show on Spike will air its first episode tomorrow Sunday at 10PM ET/9C. No, Jesse Jesse doesn’t have a death wish. What you will see are not stunts but challenges. Quite different. Don’t worry, Jesse already shot all 10 episodes a few months ago, and except a few bruises and a couple of broken ribs he is very fine. Something I am going to reveal: his ultimate fantasy is to go around the world in 30 days on a wheeled vehicle. What kind? He is thinking about it… It would require another show series. If you can’t wait until Sunday evening for the 1st episode of “Jesse Is A Dead Man” the Spike Website offers a few teaser videos. Jesse James Is A Dead Man.
Source Interlink Gets Approval On Restructuring Plan
Published by May 30th, 2009 in Editorial and Events.
As I reported 1 month ago, Source Interlink (75 publications and related websites including including motorcycle magazines Hot Bike, Street Chopper, Baggers, Motorcycle Cruiser, Motorcyclist, etc) filed for chapter 11-bankruptcy protection and at the same time submitted to the court a “pre-pack” reorganization plan. A “pre-pack” is a court proceeding in which the creditors will be paid in full or have agreed to take less. It is used to implement a restructuring of a company’s capital without disturbing its daily operations. The objective is to reduce interest expense, significantly improve free cash flow and allow a company to capitalize on several operational opportunities to further improve and grow its business. After obtaining from its lenders cancellation of nearly $1 billion of the company’s existing debt, and getting $100 million of new financing, the court accepted the proposed restructuring plan. Yesterday Greg Mays sent this letter to announce the good news to all employees. Continue reading ‘Source Interlink Gets Approval On Restructuring Plan’
A little 10-year-old girl was walking home, alone, from school one day, when a big man on a black motorcycle pulls up beside her. After following along for a while, turns to her and asks:
“Hey there little girl, do you want to go for a ride?”. “NO!” says the little girl as she keeps on walking. The motorcyclist again pulls up beside her and asks, “Hey little girl, I will give you $10 if you hop on the back.” “NO!” says the little girl as she hurries down the street. The motorcyclist pulls up beside the little girl again and says, “Okay kid, my last offer! I’ll give you 20 Bucks “and” a Big Bag of Candy if you will just hop on the back of my bike and we will go for a ride.” Finally, the little girl stops and turns towards him and Screams Out…”Look Dad” “Your the one who bought the Honda instead of the Harley”! YOU RIDE IT!
Allstate Insurance Motorcycle Sweepstake
Published by May 29th, 2009 in Builders, Customs and Events.
All big insurance companies are courting Bikers. And one of the best ways is to do it is to offer them a chance to win a custom motorcycle. You don’t need to be insured by Allstate or to buy anything. Of course you will need to give your full contact information which will feed a massive fresh prospection listing to use by Allstate agents. The Bobber to win is valued at $50,000 and was built by Dave Perewitz. It is based on a Leroy Thompson frame and 23” wheels equipped with perimeter discs, brembo brakes and dressed in Avon tires. Powerplant is a combo STD/Pan/Evo and transmission is Baker 6-speed into 4 box. To participate, go to: Allstate Garage.
Tennessee Big Mountain Run Is June 18/20th
Published by May 29th, 2009 in Builders, Customs and Events.
The Big Mountain Run location is off the beaten path, a very laid back Tennessee setting. It will start with a two day Gypsy tour of the Smokey Mountains including a visit to the “Wheels Through Time Museum”, and a run on both the Dragon (US129) and the Cherohola Skyway. The run will end at the Hiwassee Outfitter’s Campground for two more days of good ol’ fashion bike party events, all in the setting of the Smokey Mountains. Continue reading ‘Tennessee Big Mountain Run Is June 18/20th’
When you choose a motorcycle helmet, you are supposed to check quietness, ventilation/air flow, de-fogging, face shield (if any) ability to keep wind out, face shield ability to resist scratching, ease of replacing it, scratch resistance of shell, color/graphic design, weight, ease of fastening the strap and last, fit and comfort.
J.D. Power & Associates, an independent research company, measured for the 11th consecutive year, the overall satisfaction of bikers with their helmets. Arai ranks highest, followed by Shoei and Icon. Harley-Davidson helmets rank very well for design/styling and windshield. Overall satisfaction with motorcycle helmets has increased to its highest point since the study’s inception in 1999. All results by jumping (you may want to wear your helmet) HERE.
