Bare Knuckle Choppers’ Has A Complete Line Of Parts To Chop Your Buell While the news of Harley-Davidson pulling the plug on Buell Motorcycles was horrible news, we’d like to remind everyone that there are millions of these bikes out there today and a hundred different ways you can chop, bob and otherwise use them to build a hell of a bike.
Great quality NMC flexfit trucker hats for a great price! Buy one today and get a additional 20% off.
This masculine Fleur De Lis Band by Nino925 is a must for anyone with ties to New Orleans or French settlements, but is also sure to be of interest to a larger number of people. The “Lily Flower” has been used as a design element in iron works, architecture, coats of arms, and as a royal symbol.
Are you gonna be this guy……….. Or this guy……………
Joker Machine has a few sets of lights that they want us to showcase. They all contain 9 intensely bright L.E.D.’S in a cluster module for light out-put, amazing for it’s size! (roughly 3/4" (19MM) dia. at the light source) May be rotated into virtually any upward-and-downward setting. Dimensions: A little over 1" in diameter, 2-3/8" long, and stand off the bike 1-1/2". IMPORTANT: If being used as a turn signal a load equalizer is required.
2008-2010 Victory Kingpin / Vegas Boss slip-ons. Increase of 10ftlbs torque and 5-7hp without any further modifications. Just install and go. Easy bolt on installation, on average, takes less than a lunch hour. Nice low and satisfying rumble without being excessive. Checkout www.danddexhaust.com for more details.
matt and dean are ready to take over Phoenix!
Delmarva Bike Week and Daytona Biketoberfest were both huge successes for ThunderMax, Thunder Heart and the Zipper’s Performance tech teams. These shows were the first opportunity for many riders and enthusiasts to see the pre-production ThunderMax for Throttle-by-Wire installed on Touring H-D models… and not just for show!
Thanks to Chop Cult, Chris Callen is this month 21 question feature. Big thanks to McGoo for his fantastic lead in! take a moment while your there and check out the forum, photodump and classifieds, I am sure there is something that would interest you. It take a few moment to create a profile , you earn miles while surfing the site and get to get some cool shit for free.
Bandit designed the first Overnight Bag for his FXR. The bike was sleek and rowdy with highbars, a springer front end and shotgun pipes. He wanted to be able to go on weekend runs without saddlebags or sissybars. As you can see it works with high or low bars. The overnight bag allows you to carry everything that you need and nothing you don’t. Get the overnight bag details here.
Dar Holdsworth, Brass Balls BossMan, has extended the Model 1 300,000 mile 1 year warranty to the end of the year. The Model 1 custom-production bobber comes with what you want in a motorcycle… hand-built custom frame, Brass Balls leather seat, D&D 2 into 1 performance exhaust, Tauer primary, Wilwood Brakes and Baker 5 speed… all the good stuff for just $15,995.
We are proud to announce that the voting for our “Best Of 2009” awards has been opened. Each year Cycle Source devotes our January issue, titled “Year in Review,” to take a look back at the previous year and ask our readers to select their “Best Ofs” from the industry. Over the past month, nominations have been made for the following categories and they are now ready for you to cast your vote.
Joker Machine has rolled out a new Hyper-motard license and taillight bracket for your Ducati, which accepts OEM taillight, back plate, turn signals and most after-market turn signals. It dramatically improves the look of your bike over the stock plastic unit. Comes complete, with all mounting hardware for easy hassle-free installation.
A good read from Rogue Lisa, Motorcycle Only Checkpoints are increasing around the country and are definitely a form of profiling. I thought you might be interested in what is going on in North Carolina.
American Motorcycle Specialties, USA announces a new addition its innovative line of Comfort Maxä Gel Pads. The new Ortho-Deluxe gel pad is designed to offer today’s riders unparalleled comfort on any bike, or any style of riding.
We understand the love affair with your vintage motorcycle… There’s nothing like putting authentic, vintage styled components on your nostalgic bike. That’s why BAKER has taken the time to reinvent the 4 Speed.
We would like to welcome Flashbang Gear to the blog. Flashbang Gear are the makers of Custom Fit earplugs, made from medical grade silicone and custom fit to your ear. Each set of custom earplugs is long lasting, comfortable and the most effective hearing protection available.
Another great shot from my friend, Colleen Swartz Tyler Fyre with the Lucky Daredevil thrill show at the Broken Spoke on the County Line . What you missed this too, well keep a eye out for the 70th Anniversary throw down, you won’t be disappointed!
Deep South Choppers collaborated with Switch Blade Billet, a premium manufacturer in California, to offer an exclusive design of hand and foot controls as standard equipment on their new SHOCKER Series limited production motorcycles, but also to the public for individual retail sales for their own bikes. Meticulously designed by the boys at Deep South and manufactured with care by Switch Blade, these controls have a top shelf quality with a unique character to make any bike look cool. These Hot Rod inspired controls are satin finish and ready to buy as a unit. Chrome them if you wish, but Read More>>>
What a kick ass day! To take a step back in time and open the door to the 1970’s and shake hands with some of the guys that help our generation fall in love with motorcycles, I am in awe. I can only bow in their presence and pay homage to the forefathers before me. Thanks to Jeff and his staff for a awesome day. I will post more later but it time to rest before the Long Beach Swap Meet, here is a taste………………
Most guys know that Duane is a huge fan of CB750s, so thru his Chop Cult friends he hooked up with Juan Munoz. Juan is creating new velocity stacks, a alternative to using cheap pod filters. They are made from Delrin, for the CB750 using stock Keihin carbs and for KZ650 using Mikuni Vm series carbs. Can fit other carbs with 75mm spacing. Designed to be used with K&N dual-throat air filters (2 required) and sold separately. Introductory price is $80 for the set of 4. Will require re-jetting. For custom sizes please contact me or check out my blog
Quick connect/disconnect fluid line fittings offer a host of benefits for racer and street enthusiasts alike. The ability to snap lines on and off quickly and safely eliminates nasty problems such as thread stripping and cross-threading, overtightening, forgetting to tighten, rounding the hex and scratching the surface finish. In the past the high cost of these type fitting have put them on the “wish list” for many budget minded builders.
by Ricki Bedenbaugh I wanted to send you the latest video that I just did for British Customs, and BA-MOTO. British Customs makes a Air Box Elimination Kit and asked me to make a how to video. I would be thrilled if you could put it up on the Cycle Source site. No need to ask, we are stoked to pass it on. Also check out Ricki’s blog, great shots and videos.
Rinehart Racing has entered into a new state of the art manufacturing arrangement with Clearline Industries, LLC for the manufacturing of its motorcycle performance exhaust product line.
A local Boston artist has offered his services to create the newest Chop Shop Cycles point covers for your 70-99 Big Twin Harley. These pieces are one of a kind and no two are exactly the same. They contain a polished aluminum finish and cost $35.00 each. For more information, please contact Chop Shop Cycles, www.chopshopcycles.com or call Zach @ 603-672-5619.
Cycle Source loose in California for a hell of a weekend!
*On a personal note, I have known Chris for a few years and want to wish him the very best with 70Moto. To MikeD, is was great getting to know you in New Mexico and welcome aboard. If you want to meet Mike, come by the Biltwell booth at the Street Chopper event this weekend * After three years of managing the company he co-founded in 2006 with friends Bill Bryant and Harold McGruther, Biltwell Brand and Product Manager Chris Collins is leaving the company to start 70Moto, a manufacturer and wholesaler of custom motorcycle parts and accessories. Says Chris Read More>>>
We will be pulling up to the Screaming Chicken Saloon before 12. Can’t wait to see all the bikes and our friends. If you are heading from the IE and want to join Duane for the ride, come by before 11.
Harley-Davidson’s V-Rod draws its power from a Porsche designed 1130 cc DOHC, eight-valve Revolution V-Twin, liquid-cooled motor with electronic sequential port fuel injection. But sometimes that is just not enough… Joseph Major decided he need a little more engine modification to match the performance coming out of his D&D Vivid Black 2 into 1 Fat Cat Exhaust.
Billet Nut Cover The Raider’s swingarm hides a single shock which offers 3.5 inches of travel. To clean up the lines on the swingarm Aeromach USA has designed an axle nut cover that is anodized with a black finish. It’s finned and adds to the power cruiser look. Aeromach also provides a chrome option. More details are available on the Aeromach website.
Light up your plates with this handmade taillight from Black Sunshine Customs. It is a small LED taillight measuring only 2.25” across tapering down to 2” at the bottom. It has a plug-in DOT approved LED cluster so replacing the lamp would be easy if ever need. This small compact taillight put out a bright light. Three easy wires to connect is all needed to install. Shown in Aluminum for $149.00. Brass is available upon request. Contact Brian Elliott at 217-433-8745 or www.blacksunshinecustom.com
100% Cotton, Cadet Style hat featuring NMC Oval Logo Patch. 100% cotton, unstructured, contrast cotton sweatband, printed inner lining, open back, velcro closure. One size fits all. Cost 20.00
Rick Marler, president of Wire Plus Powersports Electronics, announced today the launching of their new user-friendly website. This new website features great product shots and descriptions, colorful graphics, easy-to-follow installation instructions, product schematics and wiring diagrams.
I poached this hit from The Chopped Out Blog. It was to cool to pass up. Thanks to Grant for letting me have it! This bike was supposedly built around 1970 and was also supposedly painted by Raja, Roger Castano. The hardtailed frame is fully molded and paneled to match the peanut tank. There is a Randy’s springer on it that measures about 48 inches from the axle to the bottom neck cup, not sure what the rake is.
Photo by Colleen Swartz Jeff Kissel from Independent Cycle East
This art show will feature the Art of Rebellion Show that was in NYC this weekend. My very talented friend Kim Boyle got to witness the Art Show and shot me some quick pictures. I have added a few from the Art of rebellion show that I went to earlier this year in Santa Monica. Thanks to Scout for being apart of this great show!
Tyler and his crew @ Lowbrow Customs have just added these killer Bubble Shields to their line up. There is clear, smoked,purple smoked,yellow, blue and orange to choose from. Priced between 18 to 22 dollars is a killer deal to keep those bug off your face.
New additions to Paughco’s designer series exhaust systems include these awesome, hardcore chopper DUMP pipes. Designed by Jaun Z, the pipes provide enhanced performance, cool chopper looks and the sound any red blooded chopper freak lives for. Available for both Right Side Drive and Softail machines, the pipes are 2 “ in diameter and dump just behind the transmission.. Heat shields are available for the RSD version and the SFT model is offered with or without oxygen sensor bungs for 1986 through 2008 machines . All pipes are finished in Paughco’s durable, show quality chrome. For complete details contact Paughco Read More>>>
Big thanks to Scott DiLalla and Zach Coffman for what I believe will be another award winning film to add to their collection! We went to the premier of The Harbortown Bobber last night and it was awesome. The Harbortown Bobber is a ‘69 bobber that Scott creates with the help of some big time players like Irish Rich, Earl Kane, J-Bird, Jonathan Smith, Todd’s Cycles, Dennis Goodson and many more. The film concentrates on the fabrication aspect, all the while giving the home builder pointers along the way. Great job guys!
We now have Dice hoodies in stock ‘cos its getting cold and you can wear them under your jacket on the bike and down the pub. Check them out here.
What a sad day.
Cycle Source Magazine becomes the first US based chopper culture publication to launch dual publishing format! It’s been nearly 13 years since Cycle Source Magazine published their first issue and the world of technology has entered warp speed since then. Today, in a partnership with www.zinio.com Cycle Source has launched their first digital edition that will publish monthly right along side their printed magazine. Readers can purchase the same $20 subscription for twelve issues now and have a digital edition sent to their computer before the print version even comes off the press.
We just got word that we will be set up next to the Biltwell Guys, stop by and say hi. This is one of our top three events to hit. If you haven’t been , you got to go. Hopefully Wildman will be joining us again this year. Along with Duane’s set up , you can sign up for Cycle Source with me. The 6th Annual David Mann Chopper Fest will be Sunday December 13th 2009 at the Ventura County Fairgrounds in Ventura CA from 8am – 3pm.
Pearson Customs NEW Oversized Brass Shovelhead Rocker Nuts,Machined out of 1.250 brass hex stock. Fits 71 and up shovelheads and uses stock seals,seals not included. Price: $125 Shipping: $15.00
Tail lamp gaskets can turn into a real eyesore after years exposed to the elements. Additionally, damaged or worn lamp gaskets can allow moisture into the rear lighting with related consequences.
Most of you know , one of my many jobs is operating the Cycle Source blog. I post here daily, some days having three or more posts during the day. I have made this blog my number one priority as I love the magazine and dig what Chris stands for. We, Chris and I, will be working on a ad banner for the Cycle Source blog, that you can be apart of. If you are looking for a great location for your company,this is the place to be, your ad will be seen daily and it is affordable. For fifty Read More>>>
This Thursday , 7 pm @ Laemmle Theater, Santa Monica, CA
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