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The Slovenian Manufacturer’s Latest Concept Machine Will Wow Crowds On The Trade And Consumer Show Circuit This Year. Read more.

Filming the origine Mad Max movie down under. That’s how it used to be done!  

Indian Motorcycle will be displaying its full product line at this weekend’s Progressive International Motorcycle Show in New York City. Starring on Indian’s exhibit are the new 2015 Indian Scout, the luxury touring Indian Roadmaster, the Chief Classic, the Chief Vintage, and the Chieftain. “With a starting price of $10,999 and a perfect blend of power, balance, and handling that appeals to virtually every rider, we know the 2015 Indian Scout is the perfect holiday gift for the motorcycle,” said Steve Menneto, Vice President of Indian Motorcycle. “With the holidays fast approaching, we’re delighted to be in New York City sharing the affordable new Scout and the rest of our 2015 Indian Motorcycle lineup with our fans in the Big Apple.” Aside from prominently displaying the 2015 line of bikes, the Indian Motorcycle Exhibit also features the Thunder Stroke 111 and Scout Engine cutaways. You can also hear a thunder Stroke 111 in action and much more. There will be vintage bikes on-hand too, including a beautifully restored 1935 Indian Chief, plus the board-tracker inspired Roland Sands “Track Chief” Custom, the Indian Scout Custom 101 as ridden on the Wall of Death in Sturgis, and much more. Attendees will also be treated to two new custom Indian Scouts. Custom builder and Bonneville Flats land speed record holder Karlee Cobb of Klock Werks Kustom Cycles has created “Outrider” inspired by the rough and ready attitude of the new model. Outrider is a bike that pumps up the attitude of the 100 horsepower bike, in a design that will inspire home custom builders. Also being revealed for the weekend is “Scout 42” designed by John Shope, owner of custom shop Dirty Bird. The Scout has long been recognized for its sporting heritage framed by racing wins, world records and performances on the

The 11th Annual David Mann Chopperfest will be held Sunday December 14th 2014 at the Ventura County Fairgrounds in Ventura CA from 8am – 4pm. The event features: The “If You Build It They Will Come” All Brand Antique and Custom Motorcycle Show; Custom Bike Builder Displays featuring World Class Bike Builders; Motorcycle Art and Culture Show (Special email coming soon listing all participating artists), Hundreds of Motorcycle/Culture Vendors; a New and Used Motorcycle Parts Swap Meet; The Harlis Sweetwater Band performing; Food and Beer and more! General Admission is $15, Military with ID $10, kids 12 & under $5 The “If you build it they will come” All Brand Motorcycle Show will feature over 15 classes of motorcycles from Antique and Old School to Twin Cam and Radical Design classes, check out the Chopperfest website Bike Show link below for more details on all the classes and entering your motorcycle. If you have a bike that fits one of these classes please enter it, it’s only $40 and you get 1 admission and an event t -shirt. The trophy’s are amazing one of a kind pieces of art by Sonny Boy and Michael Grider. Plus there is a $2500 cash prize for Best Of Show bike presented by Geico Motorcycle Insurance. More info here.  

One of the latest additions to the long line of Harley Davidson clutches by Barnett is their direct-fit upgrade clutch kit for the 2013-15 CVO/SE Big Twins. 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 tempered steel drive plates and a set of three heavy 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 #303-30-10043 MSRP: $220.50   Advertisement

R&R Cycles Over Flow Air Cleaner Kits are designed to flow like nothing else, says the manufacturer. They feature a 6061-T6 Aluminum construction, full 3/4-inch Radius Inlet, a 3.25 inch cleanable Filter Element, heavy-duty mounting hardware with external breathers, encapsulated filter base standoffs for superior support. Choose from one of many cover designs, or design one of your own. For more information contact R&R Cycles 603-645-1488 or visit www.rrcycles.com

Would we lie to you? You’ve seen stunt riding at event such as Bike Week, Laconia or Myrtle Beach. This is the India version of stunt riding, with an eastern sensibility. Advertisement

Stainless steel locking ties are commonly used in many different powersports applications. They are light, strong, and can take a lot of abuse. But, they can be finicky to work with, especially for the average guy who doesn’t use them every day. DEI has developed an effective tool to tighten stainless locking ties. This tool saves time, hassle, and gives a professional looking result. Simply slide the tool on the end of any ¼” nut driver, engage the tie, and twist. This gets the tie nice and secure, without any hassle. The DEI Locking Tie Tool will fit on the end of any standard ¼” drive extension so working in tight spaces where your hands don’t fit is no problem. The tool works with all the popular styles of stainless ties up to ½” wide. They are made from hardened tool steel and black oxide coated for years of trouble free use. This is one specialty tool no tool box should be without. Part number: 010220 MSRP: $5.95 Availability: Now To learn more about DEI’s new Locking Tie Tool (part #010220), or any of DEI’s complete line of thermal control products for powersports call 800-264-9472, visit https://www.deipowersports.com, or email sales@DesignEngineering.com.

Hey, check out this article in the Los Angeles Time this week. It’s a gas! According to Harley-Davidson President and COO Matt Levatich, the LiveWire is still under development and it will take time before a production motorcycle makes its way to showrooms and garages.  Levatich told the Journal Sentinel that the LiveWire “will be ready for the marketplace when next-generation battery technologies are ready.” Right now, the electric bike would travel half the distance buyers want and cost $50,000, “about 50% more than customers would want to pay,” said Levatich. We rode the LiveWire a couple of weeks ago in Long Beach and we confirm that this little bike is real hoot! We recommend you schedule a test ride when you get a chance. Keep an open mind and get ready for some serious fun!  

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