Published by Cyril Huze January 3rd, 2016
in Editorial.
Charlie was installing a new door and found that one of the hinges was missing. He asked his wife Mary if she would go to HOME DEPOT and pick up a hinge.Mary agreed to go. While she was waiting for the nice young man to finish serving a customer, her eye caught a beautiful bathroom vanity tap set….When the man was finished, Mary asked him. “How much is that vanity set? The young assistant manager replied, “That’s a gold plated set and the price is $5000.00.
Mary exclaimed, “My goodness, that is very expensive. It’s certainly out of my price bracket.” She then proceeded to describe the hinge
that Charlie had sent her to buy. The manager said that he had them in stock and went into the storeroom to get one.
From the storeroom the manager yelled. “Lady, do you wanna screw for the hinge?” Mary paused for a moment and then shouted back, “No, but I will for the vanity set.”
Published by Cyril Huze January 2nd, 2016
in Customs, Editorial and Engines.
The all-new Bantam Throttle Servo Motor Cover from Küryakyn® has a streamlined and compact design, but packs a punch full of style. Grooved accents flow into a contoured scoop that tastefully hides the unsightly servo motor and wiring on electronic throttle-controlled Harley-Davidson® models.
A tight, minimalist appearance makes the Bantam a clean complement and works most aftermarket air cleaners including H-D Screamin’ Eagle® Stage 1 and Heavy Breather kits.
Constructed from quality stamped steel available in chrome or satin black finishes for the following Harley-Davidson models: ’08-’16 Electra Glides, Road Glides, Road Kings, Street Glides and Trikes, ’16 Softails, ’11-’12 FLSTSE, ’13-’16 FXSBSE, and ’14-’15 FLSTNSE. Chrome (P/N 9845) or Satin Black (P/N 9846) MSRP: $69.99 MSRP: $69.99. Bantam Throttle Servo Motor Cover.
Published by Cyril Huze January 2nd, 2016
in Editorial and Legal.
If you have been to the Laconia, New Hampshire event, you may have been pulled over by police because of your motorcycle high bars.
Senator Andrew Hosmer, a Democrat from Laconia, has introduced legislation to repeal the statute restricting the height of handlebars on motorcycles.
Since 1967 the Granite State is among more than 30 states that limit the height of handlebars, prohibiting motorcycles on the road fitted with grips higher than than the shoulder level of the driver when in the seat or saddle.” It also prohibits riding a motorcycle with “improvised, defective, or repaired handlebars.” Continue reading ‘New Hampshire May Repeal Law Limiting Handlebars Height’
Published by Cyril Huze January 1st, 2016
in Customs, Editorial and Wheels.
With this new Whip model, the only strike is visual. It’s the first of many more 2016 designs to be released by Metalsport.
The Whip is a 3-D wheel having the spokes wrapped around the outer lip all the way to the edge, It has a clean look that will “whip” any build into the top of the class.
Finishes are available in chrome, all black anodized or polished. Sizes: 18″ to 32”. Dual or single matching rotors available. Made in the USA.
Metalsport also sells the wide monster or very tall Vee Rubber tires to fit all their wheels, available with or without white walls. Metalsport Wheels or call 562-7769594
Published by Cyril Huze January 1st, 2016
in Builders and Editorial.
The Ducati 860 GT was produced in 1974 and 1975. The 860 series used stress member frame of Fabio Taglioni’s original 750 GT L twin, with bevel cam drive and with the enlarged capacity achieved by using two of the Ducati 450 single-cylinder engine’s sleeves and pistons. Motor was 863.5 cc (52.72”) four stroke air cooled 90° V-twin for maximum speed of 109 mph (175 km/h). 5-speed transmission, chain drive. Only 1-piston caliper in the front and drum brake in the rear. The electric-start version was called the 860 GTE, while all Ducati models had electric start after 1975. Photography courtesy of Doug Mitchel
Published by Cyril Huze December 31st, 2015
in Editorial and Events.
May this coming year be the best you have ever had.
Wishing You All A Blissful New Year!
Published by Cyril Huze December 31st, 2015
in Chassis, Customs, Editorial and Electrical.
Bad Dad, a young company created in 2000 as part of a collision company with 35 years of experience in bodywork, offers so many Bagger custom parts and bolt-on rear kits that I can show you only one as example.
This one features a pre-drilled Summit rear fender which installs in place of your original fender and is compatible with all of your detachable docking hardware (including your backrest, sissy bar, luggage rack, and Tour Pack) ; a set of stretched bags reusing your stock saddlebag lids and hardware; a custom billet aluminum LED taillight/indicators in chrome or black. All parts made in the USA at Bad Dad Custom Bagger Parts.
Published by Cyril Huze December 30th, 2015
in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Wheels.
Published by Cyril Huze December 30th, 2015
in Builders, Editorial and Merchandise.
As the weather turns, the concerns of motorcycle riders turn to warmth and versatility. Three new items from the Harley-Davidson® MotorClothes® Collection have riders covered in cold weather.
The New Insulated Nylon Skull Bomber Jacket For Men (P/N 97558-16VM, $160.00) projects aggressive style with intricate embroidered details on the back and sleeves. Featuring intricate embroidered details on the back and sleeves, this heavy nylon twill jacket has an insulating quilted polyfill lining in the body and sleeves plus a zip-off lined hood. The shoulders, elbows and upper arms are lightly padded and ribbed cuffs are inset in the sleeves. Zipped interior and exterior pockets hold personal items. Available in S to 5XL and Tall sizes. Available at more than 750 authorized retail locations in the United States and online. http://www.harley-davidson.com/store/
The New Waterproof Fleece Jacket For Women (P/N 98093-15VW, $125.00) offers real versatility when worn alone or as a mid-layer. The waterproof polyester-bonded fleece shell is lightweight and features a zipper front with hood, extended cuffs with thumbholes and a bungee cord-and-toggle waist. Hand-warmer pockets feature an interior media port. Embroidered graphics on left chest and back add extra style and detail. Available in XS to 2XL and Plus sizes. Available at more than 750 authorized retail locations in the United States and online. http://www.harley-davidson.com/store/
Published by Cyril Huze December 29th, 2015
in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.
Published by Cyril Huze December 29th, 2015
in Accessories, Customs and Editorial.
Published by Cyril Huze December 29th, 2015
in Editorial and Events.
Amy Antonsen, President of Wizards Products, is excited to welcome Matthew Neitz to the executive team as Marketing Manager. “Matt’s professionalism, integrity and industry knowledge make him a perfect fit for our organization” said Antonsen.
Seitz brings with him nearly 10 years of sales/marketing experience within the Automotive Aftermarket industry working with TEN-The Enthusiast Network, with such brands as HOTROD, Motor Trend and Automobile. He holds a B.A. in Business Communications from Florida Gulf Coast University.
“This is a very exciting time to join the Wizards team and help grow the brand, and to make Wizards a household name” said Neitz.
Published by Cyril Huze December 28th, 2015
in Builders, Customs and Editorial.
In the last feature I published about the Ken’s Factory I was mentioning that builder Ken Nagai, after years of globe-trotting, is probably one of the most well known/respected builder on 3 continents at the same time: Asia, Europe and North America. Since then, he didn’t slow down his traveling, crisscrossing the world to show his custom motorcycles, marketing his new parts and also expanding his California location now managed by Nelson Kanno.
Faithful to his philosophy “Details Create Style”, all of Ken Nagai’s creations mix old and new in world-class styling with an exceptional attention to awesome detailing. Olde Dogge, a fully rebuilt Harley Softail, is a new example showing his ability at redesigning a factory bike, at improving its anatomy, at grooming the unnecessary, at creating beautiful physical attributes for machines owning a new powerful stance
Photography will not do justice to all the work involved to achieve such results. New aluminum bodywork flows flawlessly from the high tech Ken’s Factory Billet Girder front end to the gas tank featuring a gorgeous dash to the rear fender adorned with contour rods and now attached to and moving in sync with a dual tube swingarm. Olde Dogge rolls on a 23” front and 20”/220 rear wheels, both wrapped in Avon rubber. Continue reading ‘Ken’s Factory Olde Dogge Softail’
Published by Cyril Huze December 27th, 2015
in Editorial.
In this 1921 photo, a group of riders poses with their Indian Motorcycles at Keegan, Mattern & Gaffney in Watertown, NY. The store was dealing in motor supplies and sporting goods with no motorcycles to look at on display. So, riders ordered their Indian motorcycles through this store but had to travel to the Indian Motorcycle Manufacturing Company in Springfield, Massachusetts to pick them up, then had to ride them back home. The “dealer” opened in 1919 and went into bankruptcy in 1921.
Published by Cyril Huze December 27th, 2015
in Editorial and Events.
Jurors Deem Plaintiffs Negligent In Lawsuit Over Defective Motorcycle Helmets. The lawsuit was originally filed by Wendall Lynn Hulse and Frances Kay Hulse June 21, 2012, in Jefferson County District Court and named Harley Davidson, Hongjin Crown Corp. and Cowboy Motorsports as defendants. The plaintiffs alleged their motorcycle helmets were not equipped with critical injury prevention technology. Because they fail to plead facts to support a design defect claim, the jurors found there was no defect in the helmet when it left the possession of HJC and that the plaintiff was 100 percent negligent in causing the injury.
In Australia, Harley-Davidson Leads In Market Share Terms, with 21 percent of total on—road sales, followed by Honda with 16.7 percent of the market and Yamaha with 15.4 percent.
Harley-Davidson To Report 4th Quarter Earnings January 28, 2016. Harley-Davidson, Inc. (NYSE: HOG) will release its fourth-quarter and full-year 2015 financial results before market hours Jan. 28, 2016. The public is invited to attend an audio webcast from 8-9 a.m. CDT with Matt Levatich, President and Chief Executive Officer, and John Olin, Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, Harley-Davidson, Inc.
Law Tigers Official Attorney Sponsor of Laughlin River Run 2016. The Laughlin River Run is the largest motorcycle event on the west coast and will take place in Laughlin, Nevada April 27th through April 30th, 2016. The term ‘River Run’ finds its origin from the tradition of motorcycle riders riding out to the Colorado River, and then along to Laughlin. It all began in 1983 when Harley-Davidson dealer Dale Marschke decided he wanted to invite his customers out for a fun weekend ride. Today, the event attracts about 40,000 bikers
Published by Cyril Huze December 26th, 2015
in Accessories, Customs and Editorial.
Published by Cyril Huze December 26th, 2015
in Editorial.
“No task is so humble that it does not offer an outlet for individuality.”
William Feather
Published by Cyril Huze December 25th, 2015
in Builders, Editorial and Events.
The XL1000 was built by Bud Ekins for the movie “Viva Knievel” It is one of the most famous motorcycles for one of the greatest showmen of the 20th century. Estimated price is $80,000 to $100,000. High school dropout Robert Craig Knievel left Butte, Montana with not much more than a petty criminal record and an insatiable hunger for fame and money. Stints at rodeo riding, ski-jumping and semi-pro hockey had failed to deliver the desired notoriety, but the man could ride a motorcycle…
He became a genuine cultural phenomenon to a nation reeling from the 1970s morass of the Vietnam War, Watergate and the Oil Crisis. “I came along at the right time in the right place,” Knievel told writer Davey Combs. “America was down on its ass when I came along and needed somebody who was truthful and honest, someone who would spill blood and break bones and suffer brain concussions, somebody who wasn’t a phony.” Continue reading ‘Movie Used 1976 Harley-Davidson XL1000 Evel Knievel To Be Sold Jan. 7 At Bonhams Las Vegas Auction’
Published by Cyril Huze December 25th, 2015
in Chassis, Customs and Editorial.
It’s the question asked by a company called Tilting Motor Works to all aging riders tempted to go from a 2 to a 3-wheeler. The argument is that a conventional trike isn’t that much fun compared to a motorcycle. The company developed a leaning 3-wheel conversion (2 wheels upfront) to fit all models in Harley-Davidson’s Touring line including the Road King, Road Glide, Street Glide and Electra Glide models and also Softails, Dynas, Sportsters and V-Rods. Continue reading ‘Why Would You Want A Trike That Doesn’t Lean?’
Published by Cyril Huze December 24th, 2015
in Editorial.
Cartoon @ Paul Jamiol for Cyril Huze Post
Published by Cyril Huze December 24th, 2015
in Customs, Editorial and Engines.
New old school. Neo retro style. Whatever the appellation, new fabricated parts mimicking those found on classic oem motorcycles is the new rage.
For those looking to add some soul to their modern Harley Twin Cam, this Xzotic Generator Style Cam Cover offered exclusively by Custom Chrome Europe is a very easy bolt-on.
The one-piece part mounts exactly as the stock Harley Cam Cover. Only an Allen head wrench is required to access the screws inside the “Generator Housing”. That’s it! The slotted screws are for aesthetic purpose, never touched nor stressed. You just re-use the factory screws to mount the new cam cover. Of course, you need to use a brand new gasket. (some custom exhaust systems can interfere with the cover) Fits all Twin Cam engines 00-15. At Custom Chrome Europe.
Published by Cyril Huze December 24th, 2015
in Editorial.
It’s the best time of the year for kids. And they are very smart. A few examples.
Teacher: How old is your father?
Kid: He is 6 years.
Teacher: What? How is this possible?
Kid: He became father only when I was born.
(Logic!! Children are quick and always speak their minds.)
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TEACHER: Maria, go to the map and find North America.
MARIA: Here it is.
TEACHER: Correct. Now, Class, who discovered America?
CLASS: Maria.
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TEACHER: Glenn, how do you spell ‘crocodile?’
GLENN: K-R-O-K-O-D-I-A-L’
TEACHER: No, that’s wrong
GLENN: Maybe it is wrong, but you asked me how I spell it.
(I love this child.)
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TEACHER: Donald, what is the chemical formula for water?
DONALD: H I J K L M N O.
TEACHER: What are you talking about?
DONALD: Yesterday you said it’s H to O.
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TEACHER: Clyde, your composition on ‘My Dog’ is exactly the same as your brother’s. Did you copy his?
CLYDE: No, sir; It’s the same dog.
(I want to adopt this kid!!!)
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TEACHER: Harold, what do you call a person who keeps on talking when people are no longer interested?
HAROLD: A teacher.
Published by Cyril Huze December 23rd, 2015
in Builders, Customs and Editorial.
High powered engines (100+ mph) in sparse frames. No brakes. Just a kill switch. At the beginning of the 20th century, the daredevils riding these machines on wooden planks with up to 60-degree corners, protected only by leather helmets, attracted each weekend huge crowds all over the country.
Harley-Davidson and Indian were reigning supreme in most races. As severe injuries, deaths of riders and even of spectators grew in numbers, the plug was pulled on that form of racing. But the gorgeous machines remained to be admired by the next generations.
On display at The National Motorcycle Museum in Anamosa, Iowa. Photography @ Doug Mitchel.
Published by Cyril Huze December 23rd, 2015
in Editorial and Events.
Highlights from a PR from PPIHC.
Motorsports in general are inherently dangerous and the Pikes Peak International Hill Climb is one of the most dangerous in the word. As the organizers of the PPIHC, an event that was founded in 1916 and will celebrate its 100th anniversary next summer, it is our responsibility to minimize risk while preserving the rich legacy of the Race to the Clouds. One way of minimizing these risks is by not allowing vehicles to compete in our race that we are not comfortable with.
The PPIHC’s decision to revert to a rule last used in 2012 that eliminates motorcycles manufactured with two-piece handlebars from competing in the 2016 race has captured the attention of readers, but with a few misconceptions. We wrote this release to eliminate any confusion. We appreciate everyone’s interest in the PPIHC and wanted to explain the history of motorcycle racing at Pikes Peak and reasoning behind why we decided to reestablish this rule for motorcycles participating in the Race to the Clouds.
In the picture below, the difference in riding position offered on motorcycles equipped with a one-piece handlebar (left) and motorcycles with clip-on handlebars (right)
The PPIHC is 100 percent committed to maintaining the Race to the Clouds as a premier two and four-wheeled racing event by honoring our rich history while developing and working to secure a sustainable and prosperous future. The PPIHC is one of, if not the most, unique motorsports events in the world with everything from sidecars, quads/ATVs, motorcycles, production vehicles, semi-trucks, and 1,400+ horsepower Unlimited and electric racers being able to compete in the same event on the same day.
If you look at the history of motorcycle racing at the PPIHC, the motorcycle program has been banned once due to an incident that injured three and once again after a fatality. There is no way for us to let everyone know how committed we are to preserving motorcycle racing at the PPIHC than through our actions to only acquire an insurance provider, in today’s litigious society, that would permit two-wheeled competition after two consecutive years of motorcycle competitor fatalities. Continue reading ‘Pikes Peak International Hill Climb Clarifies Decision To Revert To One-Piece Handlebar Rule’
Most of the worldwide motorcycle industry will be in Verona from this international 3-day event. A total of 880,000 sq.ft of halls where 600 exhibitors from the USA to the United Arab Emirates and of course the entire Europe will show their new bike models, parts, apparel. In and out of the expo, a lot of entertainment: a paint bike show organized by the Perewftz; a huge bike show where 200 custom bikes, most never seen before, will compete; airbrush artists working live; a stunt show. The Press Office tells me that Italy’s economy is back and that the country is now the largest producer of motorcycles in Europe representing more than the 53% of the manufacturing market) International 
A choice of 4 easy-to-install enhancements for your 2014-later Harley-Davidson® Touring and Trike models. These rear speaker rings are chrome-plated ABS surrounding the padded domed mesh grills for a subtle upgrade over the factory black plastic.
They complement the front speaker accents also offered in 4 designs, the popular Zombie™ (P/N 7373, $34.99 pair), Flame™ (P/N 7374,$34.99 pair), Vortex (P/N 7375, $34.99 pair)) and Corona (P/N 7377, $34.99 pair) Sold online at 
