After a 32 hour trip south, through some serious weather, Cycle Source staffers have delivered some 5,000 magazines to Hot Leather booths all over Daytona. If you are going to be in town and want a free copy, stop by the place that sells the Official Rally shirt of Daytona Bike Week.
The Big Wheel SS Trike made its North American debut on Saturday February, 20, 2010 at the Biker Pros Garage Party held at A Biker’s Garage in Roanoke Texas. The day started overcast but the it didn’t damped enthusiasm for a truly innovative ride with test rides booked back to back from the time the facilities opened at 8AM to closing time at 5PM.
The Limpnickie Lot has joined forces with the Second Harvest Food Bank of Central Florida who is helping raise awareness for childhood hunger in Central Florida. During Daytona Bike Week, there will be drop off boxes set up at The Stone Edge Skatepark located at 1848 South Ridgewood Ave in South Daytona Beach. We are asking you to join us, be a part of a special cause and bring a few can goods when you head over to the Lot. A small grocery bag hanging off your handlebars could help us greatly. We help the economy during Daytona Bike Week; Read More>>>
I spent some quality time with Slim at his shop. He is a amazing artist as well as a talented fabricator. Be sure to grab the March Issue of Cycle Source, on newsstands now.
The pros @ D&D Performance Enterprises has developed the hot ticket for 2009 / 2010 Harley-Davidson FLH / FLT Bagger motorcycles – D&D 2-into-1 Boss Fat Cat Exhaust pipes increase power and torque as well as reducing the bark when cruising. It delivers a solid rumble and let’s you listen to your tunes too!…
A Letter from The Editor….. Ok, so more than a letter this is an apology. Anyone that has had to work with me, around me or has simply been trying to get in touch with me for the past two months might deserve a serious apology from me. Things got entirely too heavy these past ten weeks or so and I have to admit, I found my limit, I think. With two regular issues, the Indian Larry Special and the Limpnickie Lot Builder Manual we had a deadline every fifteen days PLUS we had to get the whole booth ready Read More>>>
The Legendary Buffalo Chip has just announced that closing out this year’s Sturgis Rally Week festivities will be American rock band legend, The Doobie Brothers. Scheduled for Saturday, August 14, the rock and roll superstars will be topping off nine days of raucous musical performances and is expected to bring in the biggest closing Saturday night in Buffalo Chip history. One of the most popular California pop/rock bands of the ’70′s, the Doobie Brothers successfully evolved from a mellow boogie band to a polished and genuine soul-inflected pop band that has successfully weathered four decades of the American music scene.
Michael Lichter’s internationally renowned and highly anticipated 10th Annual Motorcycles as Art exhibition is sure to be a significant highlight during Sturgis Rally Week 2010. The exhibit is scheduled for August 7-13 and will focus on the explosion of interest and the passion for custom motorcycles seen over the last thirty years. Entitled, "Eternal Combustion- 30 in the Wind", this year’s display poses the question, "How is this passion passed on through time?" Thirty custom motorcycles recently built by 15 pairs of builders tied together by family, respect, friendship or apprenticeship will be on display at the impressive Lichter Exhibition Read More>>>
Our traveling reporter Geno Stull is headed to Rio de Janeiro Brazil, or Buenos Aires Argentina from the 13th to the 21st of February.While he is there he would like to do a couple of features with local bikers. If you can help , send Geno some contact info. Muchos Gracias!
Con Lei Transport – HaulMyScooter.com is sponsoring the new 2010 Daytona Bike Week charity event, presented by Artistic Choppers to benefit the Children’s Miracle Network. The Artistic Choppers Custom Bike Show and Bikini Contest is a FREE PARTY to attend and everyone is invited -March 4th & 5th at Americano Resort, 1260 N. Atlantic Ave., Daytona Beach, FL 32118. Google Maps – 2010 Bike Week REGISTER A BIKE: 8 a.m. to noon / $20 includes a FREE T-shirt. Thursday, March 4th — $500 cash/best of show! Plus 3-day/2-night stay at Americano Resort to all top category winners.
It’s cold, wet, sloppy and rainy… but take heart, soon the sun will be out and the air will smell of spring. And on a lonely strip of twisted asphalt the winter will release its grasp of Chopper Jockeys everywhere and you will hear the enthusiasm of life with Choppers and Bobbers being hammered. So be prepared for the big day. Get your fluids topped off, tighten your bolts and test fire your beast. And may you live forever on a twisted strip of asphalt celebrating spring.
We would like to welcome Cycle X to the blog. Shovelhead shot-gun exhaust system re-pops from the 70′s era and are MADE IN THE USA. Notice the way the front exhaust pipe flips over the rear pipe for a different twist on other shot-gun systems. These chrome Shovelhead shot-guns are unbaffled and come with brackets. Exclusively available at Cycle X or give us a call 715-356-7346. Speaking of exclusive products, check out the Cycle X twin Mikuni carb system. This twin 30 mm Mikuni carb system is used nation wide by people who dig the retro scene. It can be Read More>>>
The Cycle Source Magazine crew brings you Jay Brake and some of their new products live at the 2010 V-Twin Expo Cincinnati Ohio
Cycle Source Magazine brings you Drag Specialties showcasing the new Python Pipes Live from the 2010 V-Twin Expo Cincinnati Ohio
One show down…and for some, one to go! Cycle Sounds is having a free 3” Premium Sound System giveaway at the Indy Dealer Show on February 12-15th. Just stop by booth 5324 and drop a business card into the bowl. Please make sure that your card has correct info and your email address on it because we will be announcing the winner via email and also on our website. There is no purchase required! You can also sign up for a free counter display to assist you with the sales of our products. Lastly…check out our discounted ”Show Specials” while Read More>>>
The Cycle Source Magazine team brings you the debut of the brand new trike that Pauchco will now offer, live from the 2010 V-Twin Expo In Cincinnati Ohio
Check out the SS Trike this weekend at the Timonium Motorcycle Show at the MD State Fairgrounds in Timonium, MD. The SS Trike resembles the classic "Big Wheel" Chopper-style design that we all rode as a kid, which is sure to put a smile on your face, no matter how old of a kid you are. The SS Trike comes with a long list of race-inspired features including composite body, a 24-inch Olmax Fabrication polished front rim wrapped in a Metzeler rubber, American Racing 14-inch rear wheels and a Wire-plus digital speedometer. In addition, the trike sports an American Suspension Read More>>>
The Cycle Source Magazine brings you the never before seen Brawler, One of many in the Darwin Motorcycle lineup www.BrassBallsBobbers.com
Thanks for stopping by the Limpnickie Lot booth at Cincy. Be sure to check back here daily as we will be showing you the scene at the V-Twin.
If you’ve been looking for a Softail® belt drive system that provides the finest in quality, performance and longevity at a price that won’t break the bank this latest PROWLER 3” conversion form Illusion Motorcycles offers all that and more. PROWLER 3” Belt Drive conversion kits are complete and include everything you need for a simple and quick bolt on installation. Pictured here the system is designed for 1990-1998 Big Twin Softail® machines. You’ll get application specific front and rear pulleys, one of the most rugged and durable 3” belts on the market and mirror polished covers. And get this, Read More>>>
Drop your rocks, grab your socks and pull out the credit card. Renegade has just unleashed a revolutionary line of wheels with a price tag we can all live with. Anything but inexpensive in appearance the R2 Series simply Rocks. Shown here, the RACINE is just plain nasty looking with it 9 fluted spokes, cross cut rim and mirror like chrome finish. Unlike similar designs these spokes are not overpowering while creating a distinctive impression.
The Cycle Source Magazine brings you new products from the cats at Klock Werks at the 2010 V-Twin Expo in
The Cycle Source Magazine Brings you the new seats from Drag Specialties at the 2010 V-Twin Expo In Cincinnati Ohio
The Cycle Source Magazine brings you the line of products from Cycle Lift, Live at the 2010 V-Twin Expo at
The Cycle Source Magazine catches up with Stripper Juice at the 2010 V-Twin Expo in Cincinnati Ohio www.StripperJuice.net www.CycleSource.com SGProductions
The Cycle Source Magazine brings you live event coverage from the 2010 V-Twin Expo in Cincinnati Ohio, We had the
S&S was on hand at the 2010 V-Twin Expo In Cincinnati Ohio & only Cycle Source brings you live event
The Cycle Source Magazine brings you the debut of the brand new trike that Pauchco will now offer, live from
The Cycle Source Magazine brings you the K&N Air Filters as they show us some of their new products at
The Cycle Source Magazine brings you Jay Brake and some of their new products live at the 2010 V-Twin Expo
Cycle Source Magazine brings you Drag Specialties showcasing the new Python Pipes Live from the 2010 V-Twin Expo Cincinnati Ohio
Ron Finch shows you a new bike he just completed from finchs custom styled cycles Brought to you by the
Cycle Source Magazine & Limp Nickie Garage Brought to you from the 2010 V-Twin Expo Cincinnati Ohio www.cyclesource.com www.limpnickielot.com SGProductions
2010 V-Twin Expo with Burt Baker www.bakerdrivetrain.com Brought to you by the Cycle Source Magazine from the 2010 V-Twin Expo
Already one of the best deals in the market, Flyrite’s popular rolling chassis are now shipping with Avon tires at no additional cost. In an ever tightening market FRC strives to give you more for your money. The Chassis features a FRC frame, chrome springer front end, axle, Bearing cup set, Risers & handlebars, FRC grips, 21" spoked chrome front wheel, 16" spoked chrome rear wheel, Avon tires, rear fender plus FRC Neverust bracket and Sportster style peanut tank. With prices starting at only $2550. Give them a call or drop by their website www.flyritechoppers.com for more information. Available at Read More>>>
The hot sands of the Middle East just got a little hotter. Stripper Juice, the motorcycle industry’s premier and provocative motorcycle cleaner and polish is making its Middle Eastern debut. Owner, Eric "Otis" Ward has given an exclusive distributorship of Stripper Juice Brand products to iD Trading & Contracting of Qatar. As a result, Stripper Juice will be represented in the countries of Syria, Lebanon, Israel, Palestine, Jordan, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, Iraq, Iran, Kuwait, Bahrain, Qatar, United Arab Emirates, Oman, Yemen, Egypt, and Turkey.
The Larouche party has officially been changed to Spikes in Rosemead. 7813 Garvey Ave Rosemead, CA 91770 Sat. Feb 13 say around 9pm. Plenty of bike parking right out front!!
Photo by Wes D. Be sure to check out this feature in the March issue of Cycle Source.
The New D&D Bobcat Sportster pipes are built for 2004 – 2010 Harley-Davidson Sportsters for performance, torque and soul-satisfying tone. Available in black or chrome with polished aluminum, black, or carbon muffler.
We spent some time at the Easyrider show in Pomona, Ca. Thanks to everyone that stopped by the booth. See you next year.
A big shout out to Chris and Jean for making Cycle Source see thirteen great years in print. The upcoming April issue is the anniversary issue! They are thinking of doing a pretty bitchin feature but need your input as soon as possible. They are wondering who you would like to see as one of the most influential people in the motorcycle industry to date. Please let us know and throw in a few names as we are shooting for 13 names.
NOW AVAILABLE FROM NORTH COUNTY CUSTOMS North County Customs has just announced the addition of the exclusive line of LAT V-Twin Racing oils to their hi-end line of American V-Twin motorcycle products. LAT has been making big news on the NHRA racing circuit in both Pro Stock Motorcycle and Pro Stock. Buell mounted Mike Berry, Shawn Gann, Junior Pippin and Fred Camarena on his Suzuki are all reaping the benefits of LAT lubricants as are 2009 NHRA Pro Stock #1 Mike Edwards, forth seated Greg Stanfield and Team Mopar’s Allen Johnson.
Just released by Belt Drives LTD. these new BLACK 2” OPEN DRIVES are specifically designed for owners of 1970 to 1978 Shovelheads. The stunning appearance is a real crowd stopper and compliments the superior performance and reliability BDL drive are known for. These are total packages and in addition to the legendary 2” belt and new guard, each kit includes BDL’s smooth-as-silk, Ball Bearing Lock-Up pressure plate and propriety Kevlar clutch. The Shovelhead kit with its unique side guard, rear clutch cover and mini-starter housing, clutch assembly, application specific belt and drive components will be a focal point on any Read More>>>
SS Trike has eliminated the lack of excitement that most 2 wheel riders experience when switching from a 2 wheeled vehicle to a 3 wheeler. At first glance you can’t help but notice the bold “Big Wheel” styling, and that is just where the difference begins. Due to its innovative low-slung chassis design, the SS Trike is more than capable of handling the power of its Ultima 113 cubic inch V-Twin engine.
Wire Plus Powersports Electronics is giving away a digital speedometer valued at $399.99 at the Cincinnati Expo on February 6-8th to some lucky dealer. Just stop by booth #916 and drop a business card into the bowl. That’s it…Please make sure that your card has the correct info and your email address on it because we will be announcing the winner via email and also on our website. There is no purchase required! We are also offering a show special for dealers…any dealer that signs up on our website will earn an extra 15% off of your first order. Use Read More>>>
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