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From Fat Katz this new “rejuvenated” Bobber gas tank. I loved it at first sight because it’s exactly in the line of what I have done as one-off tanks on my latest customs. It’s called the Ridgeback because of the ridge running on top (just an idea: why not request for same on rear fender…) and [...]
Friday in Daytona started by quick text message exchanges between Lorenzo Lamas, business partner Chad Greulach, Eddie Trotta and myself so that we could resolve our Biketoberfest schedule conflicts for an unveiling of Icon, the 1st limited edition model of the Lorenzo Cycles line. We all ended up on time at Eddie’s big rig on International [...]
New and old board trackers, don’t betray the spirit of board tracking when updating your driveline with a new open belt system. Conceived especially for this type of bikes (although evidently it looks very cool on any old school machine), the Board Track HT Belt Drive Series is as pure and minimalist as it can [...]
Willie’s Tropical Tattoo Show was my 1st pit stop in Daytona. Thousands of others had the same idea. Seems that it is the 1st place to stop by not only to look at bikes but also to take the pulse of the industry and of Biketoberfest. I announced to many the unfortunate news about Buell [...]
As you already know, a very emotional and visibly exhausted Erik Buell confirmed this morning Harley-Davidson decision to end Buell Motorcycles (see video). And today I feel a lot for somebody that I admire for pursuing his dream during 26 years. In business, for good or bad reasons, commercial and/or economical, some dreams have to [...]
This morning, Harley-Davidson announced its 3rd quarter results, and unveiled that production of Buell motorcycles are immediately discontinued and that the company will look for a buyer for MV Augusta. Chief Executive Officer of Harley-Davidson, Inc. Wandell stated “Moving forward our strategy is designed to strengthen Harley-Davidson for long-term growth and deliver results through increased [...]
Want to manage and positively enrich the content of the rebellious image of the Harley-Davidson biker? All marketing people will tell you. It’s easy. Organize an art exhibition tour mixing a display of your gas tanks wildly painted by rock poster artists with some of your “rebel” motorcycles.
Nowadays, a motorcycle sidecar might not arouse the same ecstasy as it used to, but the latest vehicle by Francois Knorreck is a sidecar with a difference that gives an entirely new definition to sidecars. Dubbed “Snaefell,” the 1000cc Laverda motorcycle has 3 exhausts, and offers a luxury ride in comparison to regular sidecars. The [...]
Tomorrow morning at 6 am I will be on my way to Daytona for the 18th edition of Daytona Biketoberfest. And during the 220 miles trip north to my destination I will probably think again of the year 1992, the 1st edition to which I participated. As the event objectives were, every following year we [...]
The latest Ducati street machine will be in dealerships in November. And it seems that it will be priced under $10,000 USD. Not bad for a model of Italian engineering able to keep up with the rest of the pack thanks to a 82 horsepower engine producing 55.7 ft-pounds of torque to move a lightweight [...]
As introduced to you in my Blog articles on October 8th, 09, a short video about the new California Scooters of Steve Seidner. Seems like he has a lot of fun playing with his new scoots.
We all know that business life is made of constant adaptation to economic environment and competition. Because of our deep rooted recession we are also aware that the companies going to emerge much stronger are those positioning themselves with the most efficient organization structure.
You may want to convert your bike, stock or custom, from a belt drive to a chain drive for many good reasons. Without any order, because you want added driveline strength, because you made your engine “bigger” or installed a new one, because you are looking for a different final drive ratio, because you need [...]
While talking to Don Baumunk, President of Fat Katz, I learned that he was holding tight to a quite interesting collection of Von Dutch memorabilia. Lucky him! I thought you would like to see some of his samples among many, with a short description. 1- Top left: the sign that hung in the 70′s in [...]
Belgium Custom Builder Fred Krugger, a familiar face on the US show tour, built “Overmile” for the 2009 AMD World Championship of Bike Building where he got a 3rd place trophy in the Freestyle Class. You can read again about the main features of this racing inspired custom motorcycle by going HERE. Returning from Sturgis, [...]
Producer Tom Beers think that that Detroit’s rusty aesthetic has a large audience appeal and that the city has a lot to be proud of regarding everything on wheels. And I agree. It’s official, the Discovery Channel is going to run a 13-episode series on James and Dave Kaye, the 2 brothers who founded Detroit [...]
A drive brake system where you can choose to use your existing belt pulley or chain sprocket, and of course re-plug your brake line. The kit includes the rotor, brake caliper, rotor mount bearings and hardware. Make sure your order the right side (LSD or RSD) and mention your custom wheel hub size (4″). At [...]
It Happened on September 27-28 in Panama City, Florida during the 9th Annual Thunder Beach Rally, whose reputation is being “The Most Biker Friendly Free Rally In the US”. The 2 Boys of Lightning Rod Motorcycles, Steve Carr and Rick Bonin, brought 4 custom bikes with hope to go back home with maybe one trophy. [...]
San Francisco. In July 2007,The 3 founders of Mission Motors set up offices in a private garage, blocks from the historic Mission Street. They buy the company’s first motorcycle, a 1994 Ducati 900, then began the task of stripping out the engine and converting it to electric drive. Two months later, the 3 founders had turned [...]
Most in the US custom motorcycle industry know and have used Rick’s Wheels, are aware that he is based in Germany, but very few know him by his full legal name.
Hamas, the Palestinian Islamic socio-political organization governing the Gaza portion of the Palestinian Territories, has banned women from riding motorcycles saying the move was in keeping with “Arab traditions”. Men are no more allowed to carry women behind them as they drive their motorcycles. Hamas police is also regulating women proper clothing attire and controls [...]
Wild women and beautiful animals. No, it’s beautiful women and wild animals…No more sure! This intense 26 minutes video (too long to fit here) is a masterpiece production for the 2009 Pirelli Club Calendar. It’s worth watching to the end. My gift to you to put you in a good mood for your weekend. Enjoy. Make [...]
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