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AirHawk International Files Lawsuit

IMG_4020AirHawk International announced that it recently filed in the United States District Court Central District Of California Southern Division a Complaint For Patent Infringement, False Advertising, Tortious Interference, and Unfair Competition against various parties related to a product called “Wild Ass Motorcycle Cushion.”.

AirHawk has also sent Cease and Desist letters to various parties and some retailers known to have sold or purchased, or planning to sell or purchase, the product in question with the reminder that it is important for them to understand that every person or entity in the chain of commerce can be liable for patent infringement, including but not limited to manufacturers, distributors, retailers, resellers, advertisers, marketers, and consumers (end users.)

According to the filing, AirHawk is asking for: Continue reading ‘AirHawk International Files Lawsuit’

New Red Shift® 587 Performance Cam For CVO-110 Engines

1-RedShift587The Harley’s® CVO 110” engine is quite different from the 103” engine, as it is equipped with much larger valves and heavier valve springs. The Zippers Red Shift 587-HS Cam was designed and optimized to be the best bolt-in cam for the CVO 110 platform, dramatically increasing power and torque across the entire RPM range.

By focusing on the special CVO 110 head, the result is a textbook smooth torque curve that never loses from the factory setup from 2,000 on with a well-designed exhaust system. The horsepower curve doesn’t “nose over” at 4,500 rpm like the factory-equipped camshaft.

Engine revs freely and pulls to nearly 6,000 rpm for a true hot-rod feel. This setup should produce around 200psi cranking compression in an unmodified engine. Although much higher output options are available for the CVO 110 engine from Zipper’s, the Red Shift 587 is the best option for anyone looking to let their engine breathe without opening up the top end. Zippers Red Shift 587 Performance Cam.
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Ducati Motorcycle Dealers Top Ranked for 3rd Year For Buyers Satisfaction. Harley-Davidson And Victory Tied For Second.

piperrankingPied Piper Management Company LLC released yesterday its annual industry benchmarking study measuring how effectively U.S. motorcycle dealerships help shoppers become buyers. Ducati dealerships were the top ranked brand in the newly released 2016 Pied Piper Prospect Satisfaction Index® (PSI®) U.S. Motorcycle Industry Benchmarking Study, which marks the third consecutive year that Ducati finished at the top. The study measured dealership treatment of motorcycle shoppers, with rankings by brand determined by the patent-pending Pied Piper PSI process, which ties “mystery shopping” measurement and scoring to industry sales success. Go here for complete rankings by brand: www.piedpiperpsi.com. Harley-Davidson and Polaris’ Victory brand and finished tied for second, while BMW and dealers selling Polaris’ Slingshot three-wheeler finished tied for fourth. Continue reading ‘Ducati Motorcycle Dealers Top Ranked for 3rd Year For Buyers Satisfaction. Harley-Davidson And Victory Tied For Second.’

Rider “Grizzly” On Schedule To Set New World Record Atop A Victory Cross Country Tour

1GrizzlySwiss endurance Rider Urs “Grizzly” is on his fourth of six continents in 100-day ride challenge. He is 25 riding days and 16,932 miles into his quest to set a new world record by circumnavigating six continents in less than 100 riding days aboard his Victory Motorcycles® Cross Country Tour.

The Victory Cross Country Tour Grizzly is using for this attempt was specially modified by Motostyling Zurich. While the engine, frame and running gear remain relatively untouched, other parts of the bike have been redesigned to fit Grizzly’s needs as he covers long distances in remote parts of the world.

Rider Pedraita “Grizzly” rode away from Daytona International Speedway on March 11 flanked by hundreds of owners of Victory motorcycles who joined him to ride one lap of the Daytona 200 road course and escorted him out of town for the first part of his journey. From Daytona Beach, Fla., he traveled 3,971 miles in six days and 14 hours to complete the first leg of the ride in Panama City, Panama. He then continued traveling south 6,269 miles for nine days and 23 hours to reach Ushuaia, Argentina, at the tip of South America. From there, he returned 2,088 miles to Santiago, Chile, loaded his bike onto a plane and transferred to Australia, where he spent six days and five hours riding 4,604 miles west across the continent from Sydney to Perth. Continue reading ‘Rider “Grizzly” On Schedule To Set New World Record Atop A Victory Cross Country Tour’

From Down Under A Sportster Forty-Eight Based Cafe Racer For Jack Daniels Whiskey

1gasoline2gasoline3gasolineIt’s certainly not the first and last time that Jack Daniels has collaborated with a custom builder to promote its brand. Towards the end of 2015, custom builder Sean Taylor from Gasoline Motor Co was approached by Jack Daniel’s Australia with a desire to build a distinctive Harley-Davidson to suit the Cafe Racer movement. Obviously not the first mash-up of its kind. Harley-Davidson manufactured its own Cafe Racer known as the XLCR in the late 70’s (to little success at the time) With all the Cafe Racer cliches in mind, Gasoline Motors agreed  to turn a 1200 Forty-Eight Sportster into a modern racer.

4gasoline5gasolineFor this project, Roland Sands Design offered a plethora of high quality after market parts, supplying some racetrack driven rear sets for a more agressive rider stance, clip-on handlebars “mounted as low as they go”, a tuck’ n ’roll solo bob job single seat (in-house re-tanned from brown to black), an anodized black velocity stack air intake “grilled to the eye balls” and a two-into-one wrapped for high-temperature insulation tracker-style exhaust.  Continue reading ‘From Down Under A Sportster Forty-Eight Based Cafe Racer For Jack Daniels Whiskey’

From Air Cleaner To Velocity Stack And Back

2-12-0For those who like options, the Comp-V intake system gives you the possibility to run your bike with a threaded V-Stack for direct air intake or with a threaded billet cap to bring the air through a K&N high flow filter. CNC machined aluminum construction with black anodized accents and featuring a tapered design for extra knee clearance. Internal breather to eliminate oil leakage. It’s an easy bolt-on installation. For 2008-2016 Dyna, Sportster, Softail and FL Touring. Made in the USA. MSRP $499.98(When riding in the rain a K&N’s filter wrap part is suggested). At Two Brothers Racing.

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Rider And Sponsors Wanted To Reclaim World Motorcycle Land Speed Record

1bubFormally known as the Bub 7 Streamliner, a motorcycle that set in 2009 on the Bonneville Salt Flats the all time world Land Speed Record with a two-way average speed of 367.382 mph, this exceptional machine could reclaim its title with the right pilot and sponsors.

2bub3bubThe number 7 is tunnel tested with tires tested to 50 mph. Proven crew led by AMA Hall Of Fame Debis Manning is available to assist. Serious inquiries only. Contact Denis Manning on my behalf.

Roland Sands New High And Tight Handlebars And Narrow Risers

RSD1RSDFor those who like to keep it slim, the narrow handlebar line is a great alternative to T-bars for getting your bars up high, and allow for adjustability for the perfect bar position.

They are offered by Roland Sands in various heights and styles, from simple to tech to give you plenty of options. • Narrow bars require use of RSD’s 1-1/4” Mega Riser. • 1-1/4” diameter lower section of handlebar. • 1” diameter upper section allows for mounting of stock or aftermarket hand controls • Slotted and drilled for internal wiring • Available in Contrast Cut and Black Ops.

To go with its narrow bars RSD conceived 2 designs of narrow risers Mega Risers in three different finishes

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Cafe Mega Risers

• Replaces conventional risers to allow for use of narrow handlebars • Can be used on standard risers • Overall handlebar clamping width 2.5”• Designed specifically for RSD Narrow handlebar line but, also fits standard handlebars (knurling may be exposed) • Available in Contrast Cut, Black Ops and Chrome • Bolt-on to most models with removable risers & 3-1/2” on-center pattern • Available for 1” and 1-1/4” handlebars • Drilled and tapped for ó” -13 mounting bolts • Pinch bolts included

RSD4Nostalgia Mega Risers

 • Available in Contrast Cut, Black Ops and Chrome • Bolt-on to most models with removable risers & 3-1/2” on-center pattern • Available for 1” and 1-1/4” handlebars • Drilled and tapped for ó” -13 mounting bolts • Pinch bolts included.

At Roland Sands.

Online Auction Of EBR Motorcycles Excess Assets Of Parts & Machinery

ebr2Starting today Sunday, May 01, 2016  until Wednesday, May 11, 2016, 10:00 AM Central, Erik Buell Racing is selling excess assets of machinery, equipment, motorcycle parts and personal Property. Financing is available. You can preview all machinery & parts May 9 & 10 from 9am to 5 pm. Removal has to be done May 12 to May 19, from 9 am to 5 pm. More info at 616-719-5917. To see the catalog, go to EBR Online Auction.

Victory Octane To Star In New Velocity’s “Car Fix” TV Show

1victory-octaneJared-Zimmerman-Lou-SantiagoThe 2017 Victory Motorcycles® Octane®  is set to make its television debut Saturday, April 30, at 10 AM CT / 11 AM ET, in the season premiere of Velocity’s Car Fix http://www.velocity.com/tv-shows/car-fix/ the essential “how to” automotive series that features the talented dynamic duo of Lou Santiago and Jared Zimmerman.

In each episode of “Car Fix” Santiago and Zimmerman take on special automotive projects including modifications, upgrades and repairs using high-end performance and aftermarket products that car junkies can’t wait to get their hands on. Continue reading ‘Victory Octane To Star In New Velocity’s “Car Fix” TV Show’

Mechanical Art. TheType 6 And 8 By Auto Fabrica

1fabrica2fabricaStripping vintage motorcycles to their bare essentials, then refitting them with hand-made parts but hiding as much as possible so that at the end only three essential component groups are visible to the observer: the frame and wheels, the bodywork, and the engine with exhausts. A complex task than only the best builders can accomplish, but only if they master the dying manual fabrication techniques of metal forming, panel beating, etc.

3fabrica4fabricaThese 2 motorcycles built by London-based brothers Bujar and Gazmend Muharrem at Auto Fabrica are perfect examples of minimalism, of intricate detailing while preserving the vintage vibe. The Type 6 and Type 8 are built from the remains of old bikes, respectively a 1979 Yamaha XS650 and a 1981 Honda CX500. Each one took six months to build.

5fabrica5bisfabricaThe Type 6 9top bike) has a 650-cc engine and weighs just 450 pounds. The Type 8 (bottom bike) has a 495-cc engine and weighs 28 pounds more. Their hard aluminum bodies have been pounded and formed by hand. Notice the scalloped section at the rear of the tank where it meets the seat in one full piece. In-house made stainless steel handle bars, exhaust, levers, and fork covers. To keep a matte finish on bare metal, the castings and aluminium components’ surfaces have been aqua blasted. The type 8 whose life began as a 1981 Honda CX500 is all about flowing lines and weighs 28 pounds more than type 6.

Fewer than 12 of each will be made. Both type 6 and type 8 are on sale now at the M.A.D.Gallery in Geneva. Prices start at 80,000 Swiss francs or US $82,400. Photos @Julien Brightwell.

Low-Profile Bagger And Softail Dash For A Clean Stretch Look

touringdashklockYou can improve the appearance of your touring gas tank using this Klock Werks low profile, laser cut dash panel made in the USA from 16-gauge stamped steel, then e-coated to prevent rust and corrosion. Looks great painted or chrome plated. The company offers a chrome ignition switch cover to compliment the it perfectly .

This dash is available in a variety of lengths to accommodate different seat styles. Two lengths (short and long) for ‘08 and newer baggers (08-up FLHT, FLTR, FLHX and HD FL Trike Models), and in three lengths (short, long, and extended) for 97–07 FLHT, FLTR, FLHX. Low profile vented caps are recommended and sold separately.  Continue reading ‘Low-Profile Bagger And Softail Dash For A Clean Stretch Look’

Joke Of The Week

cyril-huze-jokeThere were two nuns, One was known as Sister Mathematical (SM), and the other one as Sister Logical (SL). It is getting dark and they are still far away from the convent.

SM: Have you noticed that a man has been following us for the past 38 ½ minutes? I wonder what he wants.

SL: It’s logical. He wants to rape us.

SM: Oh, no! At this rate he will reach us in 15 minutes at the most! What can we do?

SL: The only logical thing to do of course is to walk faster.

A little while later…

SM: It’s not working.

SL: Of course it’s not working. The man did the only logical thing. He started to walk faster, too.

SM: So, what shall we do? At this rate he will reach us in 1 minute.

SL: The only logical thing we can do is split. You go that way and I’ll go this way. He cannot follow us both.
So the man decided to follow Sister Logical.

Sister Mathematical arrives at the convent and is worried about what has happened to Sister Logical.
Then Sister Logical arrives. Continue reading ‘Joke Of The Week’

Sumax Custom Made Spark Plug Wire Sets For Victory Models 2008-Up

1Sumax2SumaxThese Sumax  custom made wires feature a Pro 8MM Spiro Pro core with Pro Comp Racing Plug Boots. Available in Black, Red, Blue, Yellow, Orange, Green, White, Purple and Grey. S

Sets require no terminating. They are ready to plug in and ride. Their Thunderbolt 50 series High Performance 8.2MM & 10.4MM wires are endorsed by Loydz Motorworkz, the Victory Performance gurus.

USA made. At Sumax  315-768-1058, or Distributed by Lemans, Drag, Tucker Rocky, Biker’s Choice & Lloydz Motorworkz.

Same Set Of Brackets For Six Different Gas Tanks On A Sportster

bracketThese gas tank adapter brackets use your stock 86-03 XL Sportster gas tank mounting rubber grommets and hardware. They provide a convenient way to  mount a variety of 6 different custom gas tanks with ‘D’ shaped tabs with a hole in them on 1986-2003 Harley-Davidson Sportsters.

The rear bracket can be flipped 180 degrees, giving you two center-to-center measurements, 15-7/8″ or 16-5/8″. This allows these brackets to be used with any gas tank that has ‘D’ tabs with center to center measurement in this range. Then, you just bolt-on your tank.

USA made. To purchase a set, go to Lowbro Customs Gas Tanks.

Fast Motorcycle Industry News

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Sturgis Full Throttle Saloon To Be Located At The Broken Spoke Campground Property Now Called Pappy Hoel Campground and Resort. In September 2015, The Sturgis Full Throttle Saloon burned to the ground in an overnight fire. The proprietors Michael & Angie Ballard and partner Jesse James Dupree will re-build the Full Throttle Saloon on the ex Broken Spoke Campground now renamed “The Pappy Hoel Campground And Resort”. At this 600 acre location the trio will host RVs and a large number of campers for the first time in the Full Throttle Saloon’s history. This year, a small Full Throttle build will be erected at the original location in tribute to its past history. Just a few miles down the road from the original, the new Full Throttle will be at the ex Broken Spoke Campground on Hwy 79 at the base of Bear Butte and will open on Friday, July 29, 2016.

Motorcycle Safety Awareness Event Set For May 7, 2016. May is “Motorcycle Safety Awareness” Month. This month-long safety message is used to urge motorcyclist to wear proper safety gear and also to remind motorists to be cautious when sharing the road with motorcycles. To bring attention to Motorcycle Safety Awareness many bumper stickers and signs will be given away. The 4 most important advice given to car drivers. 1) Look for motorcycles – because they are smaller they can be hidden in a car’s blind spot. 2) Because of its size, it is hard to judge how far away a motorcycle is. Be extra cautious when making turns at intersections. 3) Never “share” a lane with a motorcycle.4) Never tailgate a motorcycle. Allow more room between you and the motorcycle ahead.

Royal Enfield North America Names ThunderRoad Financial As Financing Partner. Royal Enfield North America announced ThunderRoad Financial as their consumer financing partner.The agreement will provide Royal Enfield dealers with competitive terms for buyers. Milwaukee, Wis., April 25, 2016 – Beginning on May 1, 2016  ThunderRoad Financial will start offering national retail financing to participating Royal Enfield North American dealers. This partnership will provide these dealers with more opportunities to sell motorcycles to buyers across the credit spectrum. Now a division of Eicher Motors Limited, Royal Enfield made its first motorcycle in 1901 and is the oldest motorcycle company with continuous production.

New Z Bars With Built-In LED Lights

2LED-bars1LEDzbarsIntegrating your front running lights/turn signals in your bars will make your bike look much cleaner. These new Z Bars from Paughco feature super bright 8-bulb LED lights. Each amber light is covered with a smoke lens and is pre-fit with a 40” long wire.

Bars are pre-slotted for internal wiring. Available in 1” or 1”¼ diameter, they are offered in 5”, 8”, 12”and 16” rise in chrome or black finish. 1” Z Bars in 5” and 8” rise sell for $229.95 and the 12” and 16” sell for $239.95. 1 ½ inch LED bars retail for $259.95 in 5 and 8” rise and $279.95 with a 12” and 16” rise. These LED Z Bars are NOT compatible with throttle-by-wire applications. At Paughco 775-246-5738.

Vespa Turning 70

1945prototipovespaNot a motorcycle but a 2-wheeler, you must respect a company (Italy’s Piaggio & C. SpA) that has introduced the Vespa seven decades ago ans sold over 18 million units worldwide since 1946. With for objective to compete with the motorcycles of the time by offering a 2-wheeler easier to ride and to maintain, Corroding D’Ascanio, an aeronautical engineer and inventor employed by Piaggio, designed the very distinct Vespa styling and all its features: step-hrough design, enclosed motor, foot controls on the handlebars, direct mesh drive, aircraft-style suspension setup, making tire changes very easy, very comfortable seat and great protection from wind, etc.

ArmaniVespaVespa always got great publicity or product placement ion movies like 1953’s “Roman Holiday,” “Quadrophenia,” “La Dolce Vita,” “American Graffiti,” “The Talented Mr. Ripley”, “Transformers”, etc.

Vespa -Italian for “Wasp” is honored with a a silver 1955 Vespa GS 150 parked in the permanent collection of the Museum of Modern Art in New York City. In the United States, Vespa clubs are popular, especially around Los Angeles. There are currently 12 Vespa models for sale. From the Primavera 50 ($3,649) to the special edition Emporio Armani 946 ($10,999) the Vespa range of Vespa includes scooters with 50cc, 150cc or 300cc engine in a retro design body. Vespa’s largest future markets are Asia & Africa. (Top picture. 1945 prototype Vespa. Bottom, 2016 limited edition Armani model)

New Lowering Kit For Harley-Davidson® Baggers

Congtonlow2Congtonlow3Give your bike a lower stance with Covington’s lowering kits for late-model Harley-Davidson Baggers including the “CVO” and “Special” models. In addition to their standard kit, Covingtons is stating that they have created the only lowering kit that will work with the factory adjustable coil over shocks featured on CVO and Special edition motorcycles.

Congtonlow1A direct bolt-on option, these kits offer 1” to 1-3/8” reduction in bike height without affecting (or coming into contact with) any other parts on the motorcycle. Fits • 2009 to present HD Bagger and Touring models, does not fit adjustable coil over shocks, fits all others. Lowers Rear 1-3/8 Inch. CNC machined billet aluminum • Fits 2009 to present HD Bagger and Touring models, including CVO and Specials with adjustable coil over shocks. Lowers Rear 1 Inch.

CNC machined billet aluminum. Available in your choice of polished billet aluminum or black finish • Includes Mounting Hardware • Made in the USA • MSRP $119.95 for the pair. At Covington Customs.

360 Degree Adjustable Highway Peg Mounting Kit

HD1HD2The factory foot position on your Harley model can satisfy only a few riders. What about changing it from city riding to long stretches on the open road. For added comfort to tall and short riders this adjustable highway peg mounting kit gives you the flexibility to choose a wide range of positions.

As with most highway pegs, adjustments will be easier with two people, the rider and a helper locking the arm and peg in your preferred position. Always use loctite to avoid mounts & pegs to get loose. Chrome-plated clamp holds its place on the engine guard, and the arm locks the peg securely in position. Part Number 50832-07A. $119.95. At your Harley dealer or Harley Online Store.

Barn Found. This Brough Superior Set A New World Record After Selling For £331,900 (US$ 477,205)

1broughFound in a UK Cornwall barn submerged under decades of dust, old machinery parts and household clutter, this ex Hubert Chantrey Brough Superior was acquired at a Bonhams auction was acquired by an unnamed German bidder for £ 331,900 or US$ 477,205. This bike and 7 others described by auctioneers Bonhams as the “last known collection of unrestored Broughs”, reached a total of £752,625 and were were collected and kept in barns by Frank Vague who died in 1915.

2broughGeorge Brough had toyed with idea of a four-cylinder motorcycle on two previous occasions, both of which had resulted in a solitary prototype, before making a serious attempt in 1931. George came up with idea of retaining shaft drive and using twin rear wheels, one either side of a central crown wheel and pinion. The wheel centres were 7½” apart which, fortunately, meant that as far as the taxation authorities were concerned the machine still qualified as a motorcycle, albeit one much better suited to sidecar duties than solo riding. Tests of the first prototype revealed that the Austin engine’s 13bhp maximum output made for unacceptable poor performance, and so the second machine incorporated an engine bored out for a capacity of 797cc and fitted with an alloy high-compression cylinder head and a more ‘sporty’ camshaft. Two radiators were provided for the water cooled Austin engine, their bulbous header tanks blending into the front of the fuel tank to maintain the traditional Brough look, though a more conventional arrangement was adopted for the production models. Continue reading ‘Barn Found. This Brough Superior Set A New World Record After Selling For £331,900 (US$ 477,205)’

Latest Additions To The Harley-Davidson MotorClothes Collection

1-Passing-Link-Jacket-front2-Passing-Link-Jacket-frontNow available online and from more than 750 authorized retail location in the United States.

Men’s Triple Vent System Passing Link. A rugged style and customizable comfort in the new Men’s Passing Link Triple Vent System™ Leather Jacket (P/N 98074-14VM, $495.00). This mid-weight distressed cowhide leather motorcycle jacket has an oiled-canvas patch and embroidered graphics for vintage appeal. Using the Triple Vent System a rider can adjust ventilation to suit conditions, and achieve a cooling upward air current from front to back even when behind a full fairing. Two front vertical vents with snap tabs, underarm zipper vents, and two back exit vents with snap tabs combine to enable versatile airflow options. Polyester mesh body lining and polyester taffeta lining the sleeves makes it easy to slip this jacket on and off. Interior pockets include one horizontal, one zipper vertical, and one zipper MP3 player pocket with a headphone tab. 3M™ Scotchlite™ Reflective Material piping enhances visibility. Available in S to 5XL plus Tall sizes.

1-Scroll-Skull-Hoodie-front2-Scroll-Skull-Hoodie-backWomen’s Scroll Skull Hoodie. Add sparkle and style to any outfit with the new Women’s Scroll Skull Hoodie (P/N 99162-16VW, $85.00) Bright tees and tanks always look great layered under this black zip-up women’s hoodie that is embellished with eyelet pocket trim, a glimmer rhinestone zipper pull, and stud accents. The cotton/polyester sweatshirt also features handy kangaroo-style pockets, a lined drawstring hood and rib-knit cuffs and waist that stay in place. Printed metallic graphics are mixed with stud embellishment on the back. Available in XS to 2XL and Plus sizes.

This Is Not A Fat Tire Motorcycle. It’s A Muscular Custom Victory.

0VictoryPM4VictoryPM5VictoryPMPersonally, I didn’t see many customized Victory Hammer models. So, I find it interesting that this creation is not only a bike show winner during the recent CCE Competition at the Verona Motor Bike Expo, but is also the new custom platform used by CCE to showcase and promote after-market Victory parts in its 2016 catalog.

7VictoryPM10VictoryPM8VictoryPM9VictoryPMBehind this creation is Patrick Meyer, a household name builder in his native Switzerland and also an official Indian & Victory dealer who jumped on an opportunity to create his own line of custom parts for both brands. A marketing approach whose merit is greater in Switzerland because of the country’s very tough regulation and homologation procedures. Continue reading ‘This Is Not A Fat Tire Motorcycle. It’s A Muscular Custom Victory.’

Aluminum Mini Fairing

1Rizomafairing12Rizomafairing1Since most choose a mini fairing for looks, not functionality, this aluminum fairing is a new great idea. It is molded from a sheet of high quality brushed or anodized aluminum. Yes, it improves aerodynamics, but will be noticed for its very classy appearance. Universal mount. Measurements 21 cm (W) x 24. Black P/N CF010A, Aluminum P/N CF010B. 149 euros at Rizoma Italy.

Spiral Aluminum Fork Boots By Ken’s Factory USA

1kens2kensLittle things like a pair of custom aluminum fork boots can improve a lot the appearance of your stock Harley front end. These boots are machined from 6061-T6 billet with indicate details and replace the fork covers coming your Softail or Touring bike. Available in polished or black machine cut. Online at Ken’s Factory

RSD Super Hooligan Flat Track Racing In Austin At The Handbuilt Show. Race Video.

hooliganraceThe Handbuilt Motorcycle Show in Austin, conveniently takes place on the same weekend as the famed COTA Moto GP as well as the COTA GNC Flat Track. The event is a mash up of racing, custom and culture creators. You have the crème de la crème of custom motorcycles from builders like Max Hazzan, Shinya Kimura, our own Roland Sands and of course the shows originator, Revival Cycles. Moto GP and Moto America is happening right down the street so guys like Wayne Rainey, Kevin Schwartz, Jason Lee and Keanu Reeves are in attendance. You throw in the American Motordrome Wall of Death with some craft cocktails inspired by Paul D’Orleans of the Vintagent, some original motorcycle inspired artwork and one would think it couldn’t get any better. Right? We thought so, too. Then the city of Austin allowed a Super Hooligan short track to be built in the middle of downtown. And race on it. It took the team from Indian Motorcycle, Revival Cycles and Roland Sands Design a hell of an effort to make it happen, but happen it did.

In 48 hours Brian Bell and the relentless crew of IV League Flat Tracktook a gravel parking lot, too many tons of dirt to count, over one hundred orange and white barriers and built a solid sure bet of a race track. The sun was setting, the light draping the bodywork of machines in dust in a way only found at a race track covered in dirt. Indians, Harleys, Hondas, Ducatis, you name it, it was there. This is the epitome of Hooligan racing. Run what ya brung, boys and girls. Expect a hard, short and fast race with the only real trophy being to call your claim, a Hooligan. Watch the video.



Cyril Huze