General Posts

Indian Motorcycle — Winterizing Your Bike

General Posts / By

Not every Indian Motorcycle® rider is lucky enough to live where the climate lets you ride year-round. For snowbelt residents who live amid snowy, icy streets that are unridable in winter, here’s how to prepare your Indian® motorcycle for winter storage. The goal of winter storage prep is to protect the bike and have it ready to start and run once spring arrives. Many Indian Motorcycle dealers will prep and store your bike for the winter. This frees up your garage space at home, and it lets you rest easy knowing your bike was professionally prepped for winter and is being stored properly. Plus, these dealers commonly include pre-ride service and prep when you pick up your bike in the spring. If you do the storage prep work yourself, rely on your dealer for supplies you’ll need such as oil, fuel stabilizer, cleaning solutions, covers, and more. Protect the Engine & Fuel System After your final ride of the season, fill the fuel tank with non-oxygenated fuel and add Indian Motorcycle fuel stabilizer to the tank. Run the engine briefly (1-2 minutes should do) to get the stabilizer mixed among the fuel. Having the tank full of fuel minimizes the chances of condensation. Change the oil and oil filter. You’ll remove impurities and will have the bike ready to start and run in the spring. Remove the spark plugs and add 2 teaspoons of oil to each cylinder, or spray fogging oil in the plug holes. With the plugs out, cover the plug holes with cardboard or a rag and crank the engine over to coat the cylinders with protective oil. Trickle Charge the Battery If you want to keep your battery charged all winter, disconnect the cable to the negative battery post and attach the trickle charger. A proper […]

Indian Motorcycle — Winterizing Your Bike Read More »

Kuryakyn’s New Mesh Collection Hits The Streets

General Posts / By

For 2017, Wisconsin-based Kuryakyn is leading the charge is the debut of Kuryakyn’s most comprehensive product line to-date, the all-new “Mesh” collection. The Mesh collection is loaded with over 50 direct-replacement components for all Harley-Davidson models. Most parts utilize a three-piece design integrating chrome or satin black aluminum outer frames with a satin black aluminum baseplate that’s exposed through satin black or chrome stainless steel mesh panels. The construction method and resulting look is unlike anything available, and unlike anything Kuryakyn has ever developed. “We worked to really dial in the Mesh design to be a hybrid of mechanical and industrial aesthetics,” said Kuryakyn Director of Product Management Matt Leisch. “This is one of the largest product collections we’ve ever rolled out. The rugged style combined with ease of installation and customization will appeal to not only core Kuryakyn customers, but also the emerging group of riders and builders who want that raw, edgy look for their bikes.” Visible socket-head cap screws add a rugged, mechanical appearance and securely fasten the components in place. The multi-piece designs easily disassemble for unlimited custom finish options by end users, as the baseplates, stainless steel mesh panels and frames can be all be painted or coated to match any color theme. Included in the collection are bolt-on derby, timing and master cylinder covers for XL, Twin Cam and Milwaukee-Eight platforms, as well as caliper covers for FX and FL models. Mesh dash inserts, fuel doors, saddlebag hinge covers and fairing vent accents are a handful of highlighted offerings for bagger models. Multi-fit components include Mesh gas caps and L.E.D. fuel and battery voltage gauges available for tanks equipped with screw-in caps and/or illuminated fuel gauges. Rounding out the multi-fit accessories are replacement bezels for bullet and flat-style turn signals. The Mesh collection has plenty to

Kuryakyn’s New Mesh Collection Hits The Streets Read More »

Danger to Jump Pit of Deadly Rattlesnakes at Sturgis Buffalo Chip

General Posts / By

American stuntman Doug Danger plans to jump a pit of 2,000 live rattlesnakes at the Sturgis Buffalo Chip on Thursday, Aug. 10, 2017. More about the jump and the official announcement video can be found here. “Doug is a professional who’s completed some incredible jumps, but this one is truly over the top,” said Rod Woodruff, Sturgis Buffalo Chip President. “He’s either the most courageous man I’ve ever met, or he’s got a genuine lack of fear. While we are doing all we can to ensure the safety of everyone in the amphitheater, including Doug, the threat to his life is real. These poisonous vipers will kill him nearly instantly should he fail.” Prairie rattlers are known as one of the world’s deadliest snakes. One bite of a rattlesnake can kill a healthy man in the matter of a few minutes. It is reported that anti-venom can cost as much as $50,000 per injection, and an affected person may require several in order to survive, but only if administered in time. The snakes will be secured in holding tanks in an area designed to ensure the safety of all spectators. The model of bike on which Danger will attempt this stunt further heightens the threat of receiving fatal rattlesnake bites. The 1972 Harley-Davidson XR750 was not engineered to leave the ground, nor was it manufactured to ensure a safe landing after doing so. But Danger has had a burning desire to jump this bike ever since seeing his hero, Evel Knievel, attempt both successful and not-so-successful stunts with the same bike. Those wishing to witness Doug Danger’s Rattlesnake Jump may purchase passes at www.BuffaloChip.com. Danger’s death-defying stunt joins the previously announced American Flat Track Races in the lineup of spectacular entertainment for 2017. Advertisement

Danger to Jump Pit of Deadly Rattlesnakes at Sturgis Buffalo Chip Read More »

New World Order Bikernet Weekly News for January 5, 2017

General Posts / By

Hey, I received a note from the MRF about a state trying to pass another helmet law.Over the last eight years we’ve seen a shift from a balanced approach to save everything. The notion that if one precious life could be saved we can torture thousands for years to prevent one death. Think about it from two prospectives. First, the worst problem on the planet is overpopulation. And is the design to make health care a mega industry by keeping us alive as long as possible. Of course in the process, our freedoms fly out the window. I’m hoping to see freedom return as a priority in this country and a balanced approach for safety. What do you think? To read all of the news click here.  

New World Order Bikernet Weekly News for January 5, 2017 Read More »

Will Tax Incentive On Two-Wheeled Electric Vehicles Be Renewed in 2017?

General Posts / By

With a new administration comes change and one of the questions consumers may be asking themselves is if the expired tax incentive on two-wheel vehicles will be renewed. On December 31, 2016, the Electric Motorcycle Federal Tax Credit expired, but consumers are left wondering if – like has been the case with the current administration, it will be renewed. Electric vehicles (including electric motorcycles) face an uncertain future in regards to tax incentives and federal refund eligibility. With the future administration showing limited interest in existing policy, the current 10% federal tax refunds for new and used purchases expired December 31, 2016, representing up to $2,500 in lose incentives on the purchase price of a zero Motorcycle. In addition to The Electric Motorcycle Federal Tax Credit, also known as the 2-wheeled plug-in tax credit, many states offer incentives, making the purchase of a zero even more attractive. Regardless of any one personal or political reason, there is a substantial cost benefit of riding an electric zero Motorcycle compared to its gas counterpart. Much like TESLA has changed the public’s perception of electric-powered vehicles, so too has ZERO Motorcycles. ZERO Motorcycles produces a 100% electric powertrain motorcycles and electric motorcycles offer less pollution, greater efficiency and significantly reduce CO2 and noxious fumes emissions. Knowing that all consumers currently shopping zero-emissions motor vehicles will be facing similar financial uncertainty heading into 2017, it’s a topic that must be discussed due to the interest electric vehicles have obtained over the last decade. Stay tuned…

Will Tax Incentive On Two-Wheeled Electric Vehicles Be Renewed in 2017? Read More »

Barnett Clutch Kit For 2017 Harley Davidson FL Touring models

General Posts / By

One of the latest additions to the long line of Harley Davidson clutch kits by Barnett is the direct-fit upgrade clutch kit for the 2017 Harley Davidson FL Touring models. This kit features Barnett’s segmented Kevlar friction plates which are designed for more oil flow, longer life and smoother clutch operation. Also included are a set of tempered steel drive plates and a set of three heavy duty clutch springs. All kits are quality checked for exact stack height prior to packaging to guarantee proper fit and optimal performance. These kits are made in-house and in the USA by Barnett. To order, contact your dealer or go to www.barnettclutches.com to order online. Part #303-30-10019 MSRP: $227.10 Advertisement

Barnett Clutch Kit For 2017 Harley Davidson FL Touring models Read More »

Klock Werks Celebrates 20-Year Anniversary

General Posts / By

It all began in a rural, South Dakota town where Brian Klock’s parents owned a gas station. His love of all things motorized started early! Before spray painting cars with his brothers at home, he used to charge neighborhood kids cash to ride his Honda 50. His entrepreneurial spirit and passion for a kustom touch led to an FXR project in 1988 and his first award-winning kustom in 1990. Continue reading. Advertisement

Klock Werks Celebrates 20-Year Anniversary Read More »

The Perewitz Paint Show Returns To Daytona Bike Week

General Posts / By

Dave and Jody Perewitz added a whole new dimension to the custom motorcycle scene a couple years back when they unleashed the first Perewitz Custom Paint Show during Bike Week in Daytona. Open to all bikes with custom paint the show snowballed in popularity and is now a highly anticipated venue at major bike events across the country. Back to its roots for 2017 the Perewitz Paint Show will once again be held in the exclusive Pavilion at Destination Daytona and is open to any and all bikes and trikes with custom paint. The event will feature a wide variety paint classes and as always judging performed by a select team of professional painters and based solely on paint. Best of show walks off with a unique piece of fine motorcycle art by Rally Fine Art and a feature article in Airbrush Action Magazine! First place will be presented with one of Perewitz very exclusive and highly prized, custom painted trophies along with other substantial goodies “swag”. Second and third place winners really make out with Perewitz’ very cool canvas art along with their own swag. Perewitz Custom Paint extravaganza on March 15, 2017 at Destination Daytona 1637 N HWY US 1 – Ormond Beach, FL 32174 Show registration runs from 10-1 with awards being presented at 4pm Jody Perewitz Perewitz Cycle Fab (508)697-3595 www.facebook.com/teamjwitz The remainder of Perewitz’ Custom Paint even venues for 2017 include: Sturgis – Wednesday August 9th – Iron Horse Saloon Cherokee Blue Ridge Run September 9th Lonestar Rally – Friday November 3 – Hotel Galvez, Seawall

The Perewitz Paint Show Returns To Daytona Bike Week Read More »

Scroll to Top