AHDRA TO INCLUDE $15,000 BRACKET STYLE RACE AT THREE-DAY CHAMPIONSHIP FINALS IN ROCKINGHAM, N.C. – OCTOBER 10th, 11th & 12th
It’s the largest purse in history paid to Harley-Davidson sportsman racers, and for seven year’s it happened in Las Vegas, but this year- it’s coming to The Rock! Not only is the All Harley Drag Racing Association (AHDRA) bringing their Championship finals to Rockingham Dragway, but along with it will be a chance for someone [...]
AHDRA RELEASES 2009 SCREAMIN¹ EAGLE CHAMPIONSHIP SERIES COMPETITION SCHEDULE
September 23, 2008, Pfafftown, NC (AHDRA) has announced the 2009 locations for the Screamin¹ Eagle Performance Parts Championship Series. AHDRA President Craig Tharpe spoke about the schedule and what is ahead for the organization. ³AHDRA is blessed with excellent sponsors who are committed to continuing their promotions and association with [...]
Bling Out Your Bike for Cheap
DOUGZ Custom Paint & Fabrication offers the “Rapperz” air filter embellishment for the classic S&S Cycle teardrop air filter. Formed from Xtra thick – paintable ABS, the Rapperz are a simple Peel ‘n Stick item. Rapperz are an extremely inexpensive way to tie the color of your bike into the engine area while using one [...]
Heads up…….Myrtle Beach passes rally ordinances and Lid Law
All 15 of Myrtle Beach’s proposed bike rally options have become law, though with some modifications. At this morning’s city council workshop, rally proponents raised objections to some details and some entire proposals, like the one that requires riders to wear helmets and protective eyewear within city limits. Of all the proposals designed to curtail [...]
Dice Art Show
This is a great way to introduce the magazine to the public and for those faithful to get their hands on the next issue. It was held in sunny California at Gasoline Gallery in El Segundo. The artwork was fantastic!!!! Way to go Matt and Dean. www.gasolinegallery.com
S & S Jim McClure Nationals
S & S Jim McClure Nationals September 20th & 21st Virginia Motorsports Park The weekend was filled with numerous winners. We would like to thank everyone that participated and showed their support.
2008 STURGIS MOTORCYCLE RALLY STATISTICS
The City of Sturgis with cooperation from city, county and state officials, as well as surrounding Black Hills communities, has released the 68th Annual Sturgis Motorcycle Rally Report.
Cool Art Show This Weekend
September 21st is the opening day for ‘In The Wind’, a DicE/Gasoline motorcycle art show in El Segundo, California. The show runs for 2 weeks. The 21st is preview day at the gallery so it will run from noon to six. It will have some great creations from the minds of Cole Foster, Candy,Sara [...]
Issue 22… and In The Wind art show
The story goes something like this. Back in the late ‘60s there was this chopper builder down in Venice, CA called Phil Collins ( not the singer ) and he was making these front ends combining the rebound qualities of a 35mm Sportster with the strength of the big twin Springer. They were either called [...]
Saxon Motorcycle Company Unveils the Henchman in the US
Saxon Motorcycle Company is proud to announce the release of its newest model, the Henchman. This new addition offers Saxon’s signature styling, a factory warranty and an impressive parts list all at a reasonable price point. The Henchman upholds Saxon’s commitment to affordability, reliability and comfort while offering some customizable features to help buyers personalize [...]
George’s New Main Drive Gear & Bearing Kit
Recently introduced by George’s Garage, this new Main Drive Gear & Bearing Kit was specifically developed for use on 2006-present Dyna and 2007-present TC models. The specialty tool kit is designed to remove and install the main drive gear and the main drive gear case bearing. Each component is precision manufactured to insure perfect alignment [...]
So You Still Don’t Know What The Limpnickie Lot Is All About?
Limpnickie Lot Rules! If ya’ been under a rock or just too damn busy this year do dig on the new groove man, here’s a quick video to bring you up to spped. Limpnickie in 2008 was kick ass and everyone involved should be proud as hell. Join us for a great wrap party during [...]
The 5th Annual David Mann Chopperfest
The Fifth Annual David Mann Chopper Fest will be held Sunday, December 14, 2008, in Ventura, Calif. at Seaside Park (Ventura County Fairgrounds).
AHDRA’S SCREAMIN’ EAGLE CHAMPIONSHIP COMPETITION HEADS TO VIRGINIA MOTORSPORTS PARK THIS WEEKEND…McCLURE STYLE!
S & S JIM McCLURE NATIONALS SEPTEMBER 20TH AND 21ST VIRGINIA MOTORSPORTS PARK, DINWIDDIE, VA As the All Harley Drag Racing Association (AHDRA) heads to Virginia Motorsports Park this weekend, the scenario in the Screamin’ Eagle Top Fuel championship standings could not be better suited for its event namesake—the late Jim McClure. The S & [...]
Living as if you were dying
From Behind the Lens Living as if you were dying By Colleen Swartz September 19, 2008 Anyone who knows me acknowledges I am a National Public Radio junkie. It is an addiction of pleasure that fills my ears with knowledge and opinion and facts but most importantly it introduces me to people. Extraordinary people who [...]
Crime Scene Choppers Chillin’ Oil Filter/Cooler
Got a kick only 4-speed ride? Tired of dealing with the low-tech, messy, drop-in oil filter? Crime Scene’s Chillin’ Oil Filter/Cooler is the solution. The radial fins on the bracket not only look cool, they’re designed to draw the heat out of the oil. The bracket is machined from a block of 6061 aluminum with [...]
ULTRATILT FOR GPS MOUNTING
Can’t easily read your GPS due to mounting angle or sun glare on the screen? These problems are history with the UltraTilt! UltraTilt is a "tipper plate" that allows you to angle the GPS in any direction you choose. It is designed to be used with the eCaddy Deluxe electronics mount, which ensures your GPS [...]
STURGIS MOTORCYCLE MUSEUM LAUNCHES UPDATED WEBSITE
Sept., 2008 – The Sturgis Motorcycle Museum & Hall of Fame has just launched an updated website to better serve its constituents. The new website is online at www.sturgismuseum.com. The Sturgis Motorcycle Museum has been working with Robert Sharp and Associates in Rapid City to develop content and design elements for the new website according [...]
Volume 2 Dice Tech To Be Released
Its coming, volume 2 of the often copied, never duplicated, world famous DicE tech. Its all in this sucker ( see attachment ) and its free to subscibers with issue 22. Release date and party September 13. Waddya mean you don’t subscribe??!! cough!…hack!…I’m bloody choking here! www.dicemagazine.com
Hiatusmyass
From behind the lens Sept. 2008 Hiatusmyass Allright already. Here’s a “From Behind the Lens” for the first time in what, 3 months? Maybe 4. I didn’t think that many people read this little bit of bitching every month because when I said something extra stupid or controversial I would get a couple emails mostly [...]
A Fallen Rider At Bonneville Salt Flats
Cliff Gullet,47, of Bozeman, Mont. died Wednesday , doing what he loved. He passed away as the result of an accident that happened when he was trying to qualify. Cliff was the owner of Team Bozeman and had already set numerous land speed records last week. He was attempting to be the first 500cc Streamliner [...]
Chopper Chicks Build Custom Motorcycle in Under Nine Hours for Charity
This is very cool to see. All the ladies getting together and kicking some ass. Way to go Athena and crew!!!!!!! In exactly 8 hours and 45 minutes, the nationally recognized Chopper Chick Crew of all-women designers and builders, led by Athena Ransom, transformed more than a hundred customized, modified and accessorized parts from a [...]
SuperTrapp Announces 40 Exhausts for Harley-Davidson 2009 Models
CLEVELAND, OHIO – 5 September 2008 – SuperTrapp Industries (SuperTrapp.com) has 40 exhausts that will fit the Harley-Davidson 2009 models such as the Road King, Road King Classic, Street Glide, Road Glide, Electra Glide Standard, Electra Glide Classic, Ultra Classic Electra Glide, Night Rod Special, Night Train, Softail Custom, Fat Boy, Softail Deluxe, Heritage Softail [...]
2ND ANNUAL CALIFORNIA BIKE WEEK RUMBLES INTO POMONA FAIRPLEX OCTOBER 24-26; TOP WEST COAST MOTORCYCLE RALLY FEATURES VENDOR VILLAGE, STUNTS, FLAT TRACK RACING, ’09 HARLEY DEMOS & MORE
Los Angeles, CA, September 4, 2008: California Bike Week (CBW) is revving up for its 2nd annual three-day rally, set to take place Friday, October 24 (3PM-10PM), Saturday, October 25 (10AM-8PM) and Sunday, October 26 (10AM-6PM) at the Pomona Fairplex in Pomona, CA. CBW is a joint endeavor of the Love Ride Foundation (www.loveride.org) and [...]
AFT Customs Girls Announce the Build of Their Custom Metric V-Twin Motorcycle
Don’t know if you have had a chance to meet Jim and the girls. They are true, hard working people that are great to be around. Can’t wait to see what they pull out of their hat. Martell, Calif. September XX, 2008 – AFT Customs Girls, a division of AFT Customs, the 2005 and 2008 [...]
Custom Chrome® Hires Industry Veteran Kurt Peterson
MORGAN HILL, CA — Custom Chrome® has announced the immediate addition of Kurt Peterson in the position of Media & Events Manager. Peterson’s initial focus will be on public and media relations, advertising, event and market presence and market research. Peterson brings with him over 14 years of experience in the v-twin industry. His most [...]
