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When the new M-8 hit the news we were all curious as hell. Would Harley buckle to some government regulation and build a liquid cooled engine? Weren’t they still dialing in the Twin Cam? Would the new engine deal with Twin Cam issues? And finally, wow, how time flies. Seems like yesterday the Twin Cam was introduced. The crew at Bikernet started to ask questions. Unfortunately no one in the aftermarket had any issues yet. Reviews were strong and impressive. Acceleration was smooth and deliberate. The bikes handled better, we were immediately excited about the single cam, but it was driven by a chain again? We started to ask questions. Continue reading.

Learn how to install the new Tension Reliever Manual Primary Chain Adjuster. Twin Power has added an instructional video to their website to show you how to install the part and this simple installation can result in longer component life. Brand Manager James Simonelli shows you how to install the part. Continue reading.

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We found this crazy custom exhaust system while surfing the net. That’s an impressive piece of custom work. Would you do this on your bike?

At SEMA in Las Vegas, Speed-Way Motorsport Shelters received the SEMA Global Media Award for New Products. The award is determined by Power-Sport / Motor-Sport journalists from around the world. They evaluate and pick products they feel would be of great value to their readers. Based on the diverse locations, there is a need for product world wide. The letter below explains the way the award works and who voted for the Speed-Way Deluxe (DS-1 Ultra) Trike Shelter. “We sincerely appreciate and value this award as an endorsement by top industry professionals. Pros that have their finger on the pulse of the business in their respective regions of the world……THEY KNOW WHAT PEOPLE WANT AND NEED.” said Speed-Way President, Donald Reeves. Speed-Way Motorsport Shelters come in three sizes…the Standard / Sport Model, the Specialized Touring Model, and the all new Deluxe Trike Model. More information here.

This week in we have news from the Government, BDL, the MRF, Indian Motorcycles, Polaris, Long Beach and of course Rogue. Click here to read it all.

In Long Beach, Indian Motorcycle will support the Beautiful Bikers Conference, a celebration of women who love to ride, which takes place at the Courtyard Marriott Long Beach concurrent to the motorcycle show. On Friday Nov. 18, registration runs 12 p.m. – 4 p.m., followed by The Ground Pounders Block Party from 5 p.m. – 8 p.m. On Saturday Nov. 19, attendees break out into sessions (Long Distance Riding, Adventure Riding, Beginning Riding & Accessorizing Your Ride) from 9 a.m. – 12 p.m., view a Ride the Runway fashion show from 3 p.m. – 4 p.m., and enjoy the Beautiful Bikers Awards from 4 p.m. – 7 p.m. Finally, from 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. on Sunday Nov. 20, attendees may participate in the Beautiful Bikers Ride, picnic and photoshoot. More information can be found here.