At the New England International Auto Show Redwing bikes were exhibited but the name Redwing was no longer on the bikes. During a press conference Steven Tyler himself announced that the new name for the motorcycle line will be Dirico Motorcycles, named after the company lead engineer and Tyler’s brother in law Marc Dirico. It is well known that Tyler was taking some heat from Honda (heat being synonymous with lawyers in action) for using the brand name Redwing. Dirico Motorcycles.
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Aerosmith Steven Tyler’s Redwing Motorcycles Changing Its Name.
Published by December 6th, 2008 in Builders, Customs and Editorial.
Howard tells me that his new position will be with Multistack. the leader in commercial industrial air chillers.
Kelly came to S&S in 2004 with plans to work with Brett Smith to create a communications and marketing department that was the quality level to be expected from an industry leader like S&S. This past summer the S&S 50th Anniversary was the crowning achievement to that goal and the team that works with Kelly. Continue reading ‘Howard Kelly Resigns From S&S’
360 Brake New Sponsor Of Cyril Huze Blog
Published by December 5th, 2008 in Brakes, Builders, Customs and Editorial.
18 months ago, I didn’t hesitate to publish some negative comments about the original 360 Brake company. A fabulous concept endorsed by the industry but with a few potential flaws, enough to make many enthusiasts postpone their decision to install it. During the last year I followed the efforts of the new 360 Brake entity completely redesigning their system to make it reliable in all circumstances on most riding bikes. The results: 2 new hub mounted self contain brakes in 5 & 6” with increased stopping and venting capacity. 360 Brake has also extended the list of wheel manufacturers who will install the system for you on your custom wheels if such is your wish. So, today I am happy to welcome the new 360 Brake Company as sponsor of my blog. For more information visit 360 Brake or call 317.875.0360.
If you are obliged to wear a helmet AND want to scare the ladies, this is the perfect helmet to look badass.
Avoid keeping it on your head when entering your favorite deli store after dark or shopping at the mall for Christmas gifts. An elite tactical unit of the Swat Team could show up faster than it would take you to remove it. Works well with the crowd and amateur photographers on Main Street. It’s European (TUV) approved but not DOT. Comes with a clear and smoke lens. $159.99. For sale online at Santiago Choppers.
I always thought I had an easy name to hear and spell. Almost as easy as being named Jones or Smith. When people outside the motorcycle industry ask for my last name and I say “Huze”, the other person says “Ruze”, and when I say, no “Huze”, the question is “Huge”? No “Huze”. And the other person to say. Oh, ”Ruge” or “Hughes”? Like Howard? And it goes on and on. Now, imagine over the phone, especially with my accent, and worse when the other has another accent and I talk using a cell phone. Continue reading ‘Love Your Name And Spell It Creatively.’
Best 2008 Automotive Conceptual Design
Published by December 4th, 2008 in Builders, Customs and Editorial.
Each year the Los Angeles Car Show organizes a design competition.
This year theme was “Motorsports 2025”. And last weekend winner was the Mazda Kaan featured here. Is it a car with 3 wheels and 4 tires? Is it a motorcycle? A trike? Doesn’t matter. In 2025 I don’t think we will ride/drive this kind of “star wars” machine, but still we must admire the conceptual design and the audacity of the lines.
Perfect 1941-1949 Reproduction Harley-Davidson Mufflers
Published by December 4th, 2008 in Customs, Editorial and Exhaust.Matt Olsen from Carl’s Cycle Supply in South Dakota, has been working on this project for a little over 1 year and has spent a lot of personal money in making reproduction mufflers that are made just like the originals. Ckeck out this video. To order call Matt on my behalf at 605-225-5702.
Consumers have cut spending and advertisers have followed suit. It affected every ad category and every ad-supported sector of the media industry. According to the Publishers Information Bureau (PIB), total Automotive advertising revenues (cars, motorcycles, RV’s, etc) was down 19.9% in dollars and 23.6% in number of advertising pages when you compare the first 3 quarters of 2008 versus same in 2007. I have to mention that it is proven over and over that those companies able to continue to advertise gain big market shares when the competition shy away from advertising. We are going to get out this economic mess and the winners will be the companies keeping or increasing their advertising presence. Like for the stock market, be daring when the others are fearful (Warren Buffet).
Beringer New Inboard Braking System
Published by December 3rd, 2008 in Brakes, Customs and Editorial.
Created in 1985, Beringer (France) is a leader specialist of high performance and innovative braking systems for motorcycles, quads, automotive and aircraft. Smaller than its main competitor Brembo, Gilbert & Veronique Beringer are probably some of the most creative people in the braking business. New evidence of their skills is this prototype inboard braking system being now tested by a race competition team. Continue reading ‘Beringer New Inboard Braking System’
This past Monday, the new Custom Chrome held a Grand Opening Celebration at its new corporate headquarters located at 18255 Serene Drive / Suite 150 in Morgan Hill, CA. I remind you that in January 08, after filing for reorganization under Chapter 11 of the U.S. Bankruptcy Code, parent company Global Motorsport Group sold its assets to Dae-Il USA. Dae II USA is a wholly owned subsidiary of Dae-II Corp. a Korean manufacturer of parts for automobiles and motorcycles (including Rev-tech engines and transmissions). Good luck to the new Custom Chrome.
Crime Scene Choppers Motor Mount.
Published by December 2nd, 2008 in Accessories, Editorial and Engines.
The stock Harley-Davidson motor mount is ugly. Lot of after-market ones are quite bulky. This one looks light but is strong and can be used on all Evo and Twin Cam engines from 80 ci to 124 ci (will not work with Rev tech engines because the rocker box will interfere with mount). Made out of steel and chrome plated and supplied with stainless steel bolts. Measures 7.0″ wide X 1.0″ deep X 2.0″ high. $99.00. Crime Scene Choppers.
Discounts Are Now Available At California Customs
Published by December 2nd, 2008 in Builders, Customs and Editorial.
“In an effort to get more people onto custom bikes we have come up with a few discount programs. All active duty military, police and fire personnel get a discount of $600. We are also offering special introductory pricing on our 2 newest Bagger models until the end of 2008. From November 1, 2008 through March 31, 2009 we are now offering a $1,000 discount on all 2009 custom built motorcycles. We are also offering our Fly ‘N Buy program as well. For more information contact me Joe Cree 408-954-8972 or California Customs.
Twitter is a free service that lets you keep in touch with people through the exchange of quick (maxi 140 characters), frequent answers (via web or phone) to one simple question: What are you doing? Join today to start receiving my updates and find out all what you wanted to know about me when I am not working on motorcycles or parts or writing my blog.. Just go to https://twitter.com/cyrilhuze and open a free account to join the conversation.
Dave Cook On Discovery Channel
Published by December 1st, 2008 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.
A little bit of TV exposure will certainly not hurt a Custom Builder and even help a little bit our industry. We need it.
Dave Cook and crew from Cook Customs will be featured on the Discovery Channel in a series called “Sturgis Motorcycle Mania” or “Sturgis Live To Ride”. The show will air Tuesday December 9th, 2008 at 10 PM EST. And for those of you in the Milwaukee area, you can join David Cook at Koozy’s Bar & Grille (1657 S. 108th Street, Milwaukee) and watch the show with him. Did you say free drinks? Tell him I sent you. Cook Customs. (photography by Colleen Swartz)
Rat’s Hole Shows New Prestige Award.
Published by December 1st, 2008 in Builders, Customs and Editorial.
“Hi Cyril. I hope you had a Great Thanksgiving. I thought you would like to see the New Trophy for our show.
Mark Patrick from Biker Art did the sculpture and we are casting them.
We feel that everyone will want the new Prestige Award for bike building. It’s BIG, over 26” tall and a foot wide. What do you think?” Ted Smith Rat’s Hole Custom Bike Shows
Ridley, America’s automatic motorcycle specialist has also developed a very nice line of motorized bicycles. 3 new production models just arrived on time for the holidays in retailer’s showrooms. They are “The 1903”, “The Twin” and the limited edition “MP”. They are as close to a vintage look as it can be with their white wall tires, solo spring seats and multiple retro chrome accents. Mini fuel tank is on the cross bar, 2-stroke engines go from 49 cc (24 mph) to 70 cc (33 mph) with about 120 miles per gallon. Drive line is through 2 chains, the one on the right side is when you pedal and the left one when you use the engine. Not cheap but with a perfect finition. Ridley Vintage Motorbikes.
Big Dog Celebrates Its 15th Anniversary And 25,000th Motorcycle
Published by November 30th, 2008 in Builders, Customs and Editorial.
With 25,000 bikes sold, Big Dog Motorcycles is still the # 1 factory-custom manufacturer owning a market share of 55% to 60%. And to keep its leadership the company is pushing an international presence and will soon open 8 dealers in Canada. For 2009, Big Dog has 3 new models: Wolf, Coyote and Bulldog bagger. While Big Dog has amended its 2009 marketing strategies to appeal to a larger consumer base by offering more affordable motorcycles, the Wolf with its 121” X-Wedge engine from S&S is retailing at the highest point of the spectrum with a MSRP of $35,900. Big Dog Motorcycles
Orange County Choppers Line Of Titanium Jewelry
Published by November 29th, 2008 in Builders, Editorial and Merchandise.
OCC Titanium Rings, Black Titanium Rings, Bracelets, Key Chains, & Necklaces for men are now for sale at Titanium Jewelry, a leading online retailer of jewelry designs for men and women. No, the jewelry is not manufactured (is it designed?) by OCC but by a company called Spectore. “As our newest addition of titanium rings, the OCC Collection brings the hottest designs to customers looking for quality and style that caters to a masculine appeal” states Ron Yates, founder of Titanium Jewelry. What’s next from OCC? All bets are open…OCC Titanium Jewelry
Bodies In Motion. What Makes Us Feel So Good.
Published by November 28th, 2008 in Books and Editorial.
Many books have been published about motorcycling. But none like this one. Don’t expect glossy double spread motorcycle pictures. This book is an essay about why we ride. And the answer is not as simple as the 3 F’s of motorcycling that you all know: Fun, Freedom and Flying on the ground.
Author Steven L. Thompson goes in a deep search to understand what motivates motorcyclists to ride. On his mission, he goes beyond exploring history and relies on behavioral sciences to explain why an individual is attracted or even addicted to motorcycles and motorcycling, while another may be indifferent or openly hostile. If you are interested in the future of our sport, Steven also bring clear answers and original perspectives.
A must read to understand the cultural, political and legal issues we are all facing. Even the foreword written by Andy Goldfine is remarkable writing. Order online at Amazon or through the book website at Bodies In Motion.
In December, Indian Motorcycle is going to open 6 new dealerships. In Omaha, NE. Pittsburg, PA. Detroit. MI. Paducah, KY. Wichita, KS, Phoenix, AZ. Each of the initial 50 Indian dealerships will feature interior space entirely devoted to selling and servicing Indians and official Indian parts and accessories and will be staffed by an experienced general manager/Indian enthusiast and factory-certified mechanics. Indian Motorcycle.
Update December 1, 08. Additional locations to open in 2009. Atlanta, GA. Tampa/St Pete, FL. Miami, FL. Minneapolis, MN.Scranton, PA. Boston, Mass. Dallas, TX. Las Vegas, NV. North Jersey, NJ. Indian Motorcycle has already a flagship dealership in Charlotte, NC opened last October.
There is not such a law in the US preventing any children to be a passenger on a motorcycle. But I Canada, a new law on the books wants to prohibit youngsters under 14 from riding as passengers on a motorcycle. Ontario Bill 117 is in the initial stages of new legislation, having been given its first reading as a private member’s bill in the Legislature late last month. Justification? Continue reading ‘Young Children Forbidden On Motorcycles?’
Sucker Punch Sally Launches The Destination Duo
Published by November 26th, 2008 in Builders, Customs and Editorial.
Equal parts old-school and modern, the Destination Duo bike celebrates the 50th anniversary of the first fully suspended American motorcycle. The motorcycle is nostalgically styled after the Harley-Davidson Duo Glide while featuring the modern components standard on all Sucker Punch Sally’s models In partnership with motorcycle entrepreneur Bruce Rossmeyer, SPS created 50 of these limited edition Destination Duo motorcycles. Continue reading ‘Sucker Punch Sally Launches The Destination Duo’
Kudos must be given to any motorcycle company creating a niche market and being successful at marketing its products. Campagna Motors is a young Canadian company that designs, manufactures and distributes unique “race car type” 3-wheel vehicles combining performance, fun & style. I promise that if you are a sports car fan you are going to love the T-Rex model whose performances often surpass those of supercars costing several times its price. It’s powered by in inline liquid cooled Kawasaki 4-cylinder 1400 cc producing over 200 hp sitting in a sophisticated heavy duty 1 ½” tube frame tig welded by Rolling Thunder Frames. Feeling more like a race-car on 3 wheels than a trike, the T-Rex is street legal in the US and Canada and sold all over the world with strong foreign sales in Australia & Japan. A luxury toy for speed crazy men who don’t feel or don’t care about the state of the economy.
How to cook a Thanksgiving turkey:
Step 1: Go buy a turkey. Step 2: Take a drink of whiskey, scotch, or JD. Step 3: Put turkey in the oven. Step 4: Take another 2 drinks of whiskey. Step 5: Set the degree at 375 ovens. Step 6: Take 3 more whiskeys of drink. Step 7: Turn oven the on. Step 8: Take 4 whisks of drinky. Step 9: Turk the bastey. Step 10: Whiskey another bottle of get. Step 11: Stick a turkey in the thermometer. Step 12: Glass yourself a pour of whiskey. Step 13: Bake the whiskey for 4 hours. Step 14: Take the oven out of the turkey. Step 15: Take the oven out of the turkey. Step 16: Floor the turkey up off the pick. Step 17: Turk the carvey. Step 18: Get yourself another scottle of botch. Step 19: Tet the sable and pour yourself a glass of turkey. dStep 20: Bless the saying, pass and eat out. Happy Thanksgiving To All! (1st Thanksgiving Paintig By Jean Leon)
Motorcycle Memorabilia Online Christmas Auction
Published by November 25th, 2008 in Editorial and Merchandise.
Looking for a motorcycle gift idea? The AMA’s Motorcycle Hall of Fame Museum’s online holiday auction runs through November 30, so enthusiasts still have 5 days to log on to Motorcycle Museum and speed through their holiday shopping. The auction offers everything from memorabilia autographed by notable names like Arlen Ness and Malcolm Smith to one-of-a-kind works of art. In addition to art and memorabilia, the auction offers the opportunity to bid on gear, such as motorcycle boots and leather jackets, and collectibles, including a classic poster of Brigitte Bardot on a Harley-Davidson. Over 300 gifts are up for bids and the auction has an item for every budget. Best of all, proceeds from the auction benefit the non-profit Motorcycle Hall of Fame Museum.
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New 2009 Wheels From RC Components
Published by November 25th, 2008 in Customs, Editorial and Wheels.
It’s the sesaon, between now and February (Dealers V-Twin Expo), when most parts manufacturers are going to relase their new products. One of the first to do so is RC Components with a new line of wheels in polish, chrome, black anodizing or the new look of these last 3 years, polish against black anodizing. Of couse, all styles are available with matching brake rotors, belt pulleys and chain sprockets. Note that RC Components offers a 7 year chrome warranty on all its wheels.
