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Reposted From Ride Apart Consumer Reports has looked at bikes built between 2009 and 2012 and found varying quality amongst the brands, which saw first place finisher Yamaha almost six times more reliable than the worst performer, BMW. These are the most reliable motorcycles. Motorcycle owners and subscribers to CR were asked to submit information about serious problems or repairs they had experienced with their motorcycles over a four-year period. The information that was supplied only covered five brands in significant depth – Yamaha, Kawasaki, Honda, Harley-Davidson and BMW. Around a fifth of the 4,680 motorcycles suffered from a serious issue. Yamaha motorcycles were the best performing, with one in 10 bikes having a problem, that ranged to one in three for BMW and about one in four for Harley-Davidson. CR, which traditionally looks at cars and appliances rating the products accordingly, published its findings on motorcycles last year after studying all of the data on motorcycles, which was supplied by 4,424 of its subscribers. Of the major motorcycle brands represented in CR’s data, only Suzuki and Triumph were not properly represented by a significant sample size. However, CR says that the responses it did receive suggested that Suzuki motorcycles were as reliable as other Japanese brands, while Triumphs were below average. The survey also revealed that reliability can vary significantly between types of bikes. Owners of touring models had the most problems at 27 percent. That was followed by dual-sports at 23 percent, sport touring at 19 percent and cruisers at 16 per cent. There wasn’t sufficient data available to rate sportbikes, but the information that CR did receive suggested they were about as reliable as cruisers. Most of the problems that owners encountered with their motorcycles were, in general, inexpensive to repair with only three percent having trouble

JayBrake Radial Plate Mounts (MSRP starts at $269.00) clean up the rear fender by moving the license plate onto the open belt drive. They fit most open belt drives. Radial Plates mount directly to the starter housing on most applications. They’re machined from billet aluminum and supplied with stainless steel mounting hardware. JayBrake Radial Plate Mounts include a bake light, running lights and a license plate light. Spare are available to locate the plate mount away from the frame for clearance issues. The Primo Brute Force plate mount is flat, not curved to match the belt drive. Dyna models mout to the swingarm axle bolt. JayBrake Radial Plate Mounts are available in polish, chrome or black. Visit JBrake.com for specific applications and additional product information. call 216-265-8400 or e-mail JayBrake@SuperTrapp.com.

Talk about an eye catcher and conversation starter! This unique, all American masterpiece is as patriotic to look at as it is awesome to ride. And, with a few exceptions, you can build one just like it, at home or shop using parts found in Paughco’s latest catalog. From the awesome custom chassis to the bars, seat, tank, rear end assembly, and fenders to those cool Dog Bone risers, lights, pegs and even the paint, it’s all available a www.paughco.com or by calling direct to 775-246-5738.

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Drag Specialties’ popular kickstand line is now available for late-model touring models. These high-strength steel kickstands are made to support the weight of big machines while showing off a brilliant chrome finish that is sure to attract attention. They are available for 07-14 FLHT/FLHR/FLHX/FLTR models in two styles: 1″ over stock length (10½” L) or 1″ under stock length (8½” L). Sug. Retail $52.95 Go to www.dragspecialties.com or contact your Drag Specialties dealer.

After the successful launch of its Contour Collection of custom wheels, Performance Machine has designed two more wheels within this unique portfolio – the RECON, and featured here, the SYNDICATE. This wheel is a syndicate of the best design elements from our best selling wheels. It’s a gathering of what works well in a wheel design, simply put. Born from the Contour Collection meaty aluminum forged blank, the Syndicate has the famous five spoke design with exaggerated contour lines that transition smoothly onto the rim with machined detail from hub to edge of rim and sunlight-catching accent grooves on the very edge of the rim. Now that was a mouthful! This wheel has it all. Available for 1984 to present HD models with retail pricing starting at $1449.95 The Countour Collection We know we have the best wheels in the market. But do you want the best of the best? Well here you go, it’s called the Contour Collection. This unique, high-end collection of wheels includes four designs – the REVEL, VIRTUE, and new for 2014 are the RECON and SYNDICATE designs. Take a good look at the design and you’ll notice there’s a whole new dimension in these billet beauties. It starts with a re-engineering of the forged blank by adding material from the hub to the rim-lip area. This provides the means for a deeper machine cut – therefore adding the most custom and inspiring motorcycle wheel design in the world. Wouldn’t you agree?!   Advertisement

The Sons of the Flag, a nonprofit organization committed to supporting burn survivors, recently teamed up with their friends over at Gas Monkey Garage from the hit Discovery Channel Show Fast N Loud to build a custom Sons of the Flag Motorcycle. The best part is that YOU could own it! All you have to do is visit their raffle site and buy tickets and you will be entered to win. The Prizes include: GRAND PRIZE Sons Of The Flag Motorcycle Customized By The Gas Monkey Garage 2ND PRIZE 2 Winners of Fight Burns Prize Pack Fight Burns T-shirt and Hat Signed by the Gas Monkey Team 3RD PRIZE 3 Winners of Gas Monkey Prize Pack T-shirt, Hoody, Hat, and more!!! The drawing will take place March 31,2014 at the Secret Service Dallas Charity Golf Tournament. Here is the link to buy tickets: https://sotf.raffleready.com/gmg-fight-burns-motorcycle-raffle Founded in 2012 by Ryan “Birdman” Parrott, former Navy SEAL, Sons of the Flag is a nonprofit organization committed to supporting military, first responder, and civilian burn survivors by providing funding for innovative research, technology and education. We bring together passionate community leaders, pioneering physicians, experienced military service members, dedicated first responders and purposeful civilians to complete our mission. http://www.sonsoftheflag.org/

Leader Motorcycle Accessories will be the featured company on Performance TV’s “Industry Update Segment” on Discovery’s Velocity Channel:   Tuesday, February 18 at 5pm (EST) Sunday, February 23 at 1pm (EST) Host Kathy Fisher shows you how the Desert Dawgs can help keep riders warm and dry and reduce the updrafts that sometimes buffet the rider’s neck and head. Kathy also showcases the high quality of the components used in our mounts for GPS, phone, camera more. To find the Discovery Channel in YOUR area, simply plug your zip code in here: http://blogs.discovery.com/velocity/the-velocity-channel-finder.html Advertisement

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