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Archive for November, 2011
American Chopper Live Build-Off Between Jesse James, Paul Senior And Paul Junior. Who Should Win?
Published by November 11th, 2011 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.In advance of the 2-day TV event (Episode “Chopper Finale” December 5 at 9 pm when the 3 customs will be revealed, Episode “Chopper Live” December 6 at 9 pm to vote and see the winner), the Discovery Channel wants to know who SHOULD win this 3-way build-off. My opinion, and yours that I know [...]
Bike Bumper™ For Your Motorcycle Bagger Fairing
Published by November 11th, 2011 in Accessories, Customs and Editorial.Cycle Sounds® introduces the Bike Bumper™ Fairing Protector for stock Harley bagger fairings (including soon the Road Glide) and Goldwing family. Whether hauling in a closed or open trailer, you will never have to worry about a fairing being damaged from shifting straps or road debris. The Bike Bumper Fairing Protector covers the entire outer [...]
2011 Lone Star Rally. 10 Years and Nearly a Half Million Strong.
Published by November 11th, 2011 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.In the US where everything is shrinking except the size of our national debt, the November 3-6 Lone Star Rally in Galveston Texas gathered a crowd close to half a million bikers. An outstanding attendance ranking the 4-day event the 3rd largest in the country, almost on par with the Sturgis and Daytona Rallies! At a [...]
I just arrived in Paris for a one week stay in France (half private, half business) and during this time I will be traveling to each corner of the Hexagon (the name natives call France because of the country’s hexagonal shape). As always, Gods of Wi-Fi permitting, I will continue to update you on time with the latest motorcycle news and maybe, [...]
Why anyone would build a twin engine jet custom bike inspired by a 1928 Board Tracker? In this case there is a double answer. First, because it was never done before, enough reason for some to decide a new project. Second, because the client who ordered it to builder Robert Maddox wanted this very unique [...]
Auction Of Lee Roy Hartung Collection Generates Almost $4 Million In Sales
Published by November 10th, 2011 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.When I ran the video showing part of the Lee Hartung amazing vintage vehicles collection, you were impatient to know what it would bring during last weekend Glenview, IL auction organized by RM Auctions America. There was 1600 individual lots, all of which were sold at ‘no reserve’ front of a packed house (in which [...]
Saddlebag Organizer For Your Glock Pistol/Clip
Published by November 10th, 2011 in Accessories, Customs and Editorial.I don’t know how many bikers ride carrying a pistol, but if you do a small company called Top/Shelf Hardbagger offers a simple way to lock it up in one of your touring bags. The multi-fit foam insert fits in all Top Shelf tray organizers, includes a die cut foam cover and will accept G17, [...]
Harley-Davidson Pushing Consumer-Led Marketing And Advertising
Published by November 9th, 2011 in Builders, Editorial and Events.Last year, Harley-Davidson fired its advertising agency, and began sourcing advertising ideas directly from Harley-Davidson’s fans found on internet. The technique, known as “Crowdsourcing”, is the act of sourcing tasks traditionally performed by specific individuals (in this case, Harley marketing people and ad agency) to a group of people or community (crowd) through an open [...]
Harley Ironhead Sportster Motor Mount Spacers
Published by November 9th, 2011 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Engines.Those restoring/improving the look of their Ironhead Sportster]s will be happy to know that they can bring an extra touch of retro brass to their sled with these machined spacers to fit the front motor mounts on models 1954 to 1985. They will work not only with stock Harley Sportster frames but also some after-market [...]
A new Italian work of art Supersport, the newMV Agusta Brutale 675 will be a big attraction this week at the 2011 EICMA Milan Show. Branded as the new MV Austa for Everyone, it features a naked futuristic body and super bike level performance. Built on a brand new ultra-technological chassis (steel tubing and aluminum and is [...]
Sturgis Buffalo Chip Appoints Chris McGee’s RevComm As Agency Of Record
Published by November 9th, 2011 in Editorial and Events.Led by motorcycle industry veteran Chris McGee, Revolution Communication, known as RevComm, is a full service advertising, marketing, media solutions and public relations agency with a focus on brand development within the motorsports industry. The Sturgis Buffalo Chip, known as the premier entertainment, camping and vending destination of the Sturgis Motorcycle Rally, “I feel this [...]
A guy goes to the U.S, Post Office to apply for a job. The interviewer asks him, “Are you allergic to anything?” He replies, “Yes, caffeine. I can’t drink coffee.” “Ok, have you ever been in the military service?” “Yes,” he says, “I was in Iraq for one tour.” The interviewer says, “That will give [...]
Artist Conrad Leach Vintage Motorcycle Paintings
Published by November 8th, 2011 in Editorial and Painters.Renowned for his portraits of vintage racing subjects –motorcars and motorcycles– executed in unique, contemporary technique, Conrad Leach’s artworks grace the walls of private and public collections around the world. Three of his museum-quality giclée prints taken from London artist’s most popular motorcycle-centric paintings, signed and numbered by Leach, are for sale on a recently [...]
Akrapovic Exhaust Systems. Remember This name.
Published by November 8th, 2011 in Customs, Editorial and Exhaust.Those not in motorcycle racing have never heard the name Akrapovic. A couple of months ago, I introduced you to this European company because its experience and high quality reputation with numerous teams in the Pro Superbike championship (Kawasaki, Yamaha, Suzuki, Ducati, Honda), is now associated with new exhaust systems specifically conceived for most Harley-Davidson [...]
No Major Motorcycle Manufacturer Can Really Expand Staying Out Of India. A few numbers: India’s economy has surged 8% a year over the past decade, the second-fastest rate of growth in the world after China. At that pace, it could become the world’s third-largest economy by 2030. Over the past 20 years, the population in [...]
Motor Bike Expo Italy Announces Access USA.
Published by November 8th, 2011 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.Of interest to all US companies wishing an opportunity to show their motorcycles, parts and accessories to the European public, distributors and media representatives, the Motor Bike Expo of Verona, Italy (January 20-22, 2012), one of the largest motorcycle shows in the world attracting over 120,000 visitors, offers for the 1st time turnkey booth packages [...]
High Power Drain Plug Magnets
Published by November 8th, 2011 in Accessories, Customs, Editorial and Engines.Drain plug. Not the most sexy of all custom parts, but the only accessory you can add to your motor/engine, that will actually extend the life of your vehicle, regardless if it’s an automobile or motorcycle, or lawn mower or what you have with an engine. A company called Drain Plug Magnets makes high powered [...]
Custom Harley-Davidson Blackline. In The True Spirit Of The Long Black Road.
Published by November 7th, 2011 in Builders, Customs and Editorial.The Softail Blackline was conceived by Harley-Davidson ”pared to the bone with visual elements of the original bobber movement combined with a raw style embraced by today’s young bike builders.” Customizing it is to challenge yourself not only to preserve the bike raw personality but also to emphasize it with cosmetically more pleasing lines and parts, [...]
Sneak Peek Of Performance Machine New Aluminum Rim Wire Wheels
Published by November 6th, 2011 in Customs, Editorial and Wheels.Spoke wheels are back with a vengeance, but the new generation will be rejuvenated with new spoke and nipple designs, aluminum rims for anodizing (black Ops) and polishing combinations (Contrast Cut) , etc. Above, 2 shots from new billet aluminum wire wheels by Performance Machine These new wheels should be available beginning of 2012… or sooner. To follow…
New Harley-Davidson Military Inspired Collection
Published by November 6th, 2011 in Builders, Editorial and Merchandise.Harley-Davidson MotorClothes is launching 30 items invoking a classic image of military gear. Among them, the following. Military Inspired Leather Bomber Jacket. Made in the USA of imported materials and limited to just 500 units, this Leather Bomber Jacket (P/N 97109-12VM, starting at $900) is an authentic replica of the distinct, durable jackets worn by [...]
Postcards From 2011 Big Twin Bike Show & Zodiac Dealer Expo In Netherlands
Published by November 6th, 2011 in Builders, Customs, Editorial and Events.This post to show you that our American Custom Motorcycle Industry is hard at work beyond our US Borders. This weekend (Nov. 4-6) European parts distributor Zodiac, in association with Dutch magazine Big Twin was running its dealer show near Eindhoven, Netherlands. An American presence with many American manufacturers, most of them now on their way [...]
How To Build An Electric Cafe Racer For A Small Budget
Published by November 5th, 2011 in Builders, Customs and Editorial.South Carolina husband and wife Ed and Tammy build for fun their own electric motorcycles for a very modest budget. They decided to build an electric Cafe Racer in the style of the Triumphs of the 70′s and starting from a 1978 Honda CB750 costing them only $250 they arrived to finish EV motorcycle featured [...]
On October 25th, I announced the annual Wheels Through Time Museum Raffle with the winner receiving this November 12 a gorgeous restored 1936 Harley-davidson EL 61 c.i. Knucklehead. It’s still time to buy tickets by jumping HERE. And the extra good news is that the winner will receive a print of his bike from this [...]
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