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SuperTrapp has several Tune Kits available for riders wanting to adjust the sound and performance of their H-D Screamin’ Eagle FatShotz or Nightstick by simply adding or subtracting discs to the muffler allowing them to tune the exhaust to their bike and riding style. The SuperTrapp Tune Kit for the Screamin’ Eagle FatShotz (P/N 404-7847, MSRP $81.40) is for Baggers equipped with the H-D Screamin’ Eagle FatShotz Dual Slip-Ons which are assembled with ten discs, one open end cap and a black trim ring per muffler. SuperTrapp’s FatShotz Tune Kit includes ten extra discs, twelve screws, two closed end caps, a special wrench to remove the tamper resistant screw and anti-seize grease. The SuperTrapp Tune Kit for the Screamin’ Eagle Nightstick Single Slip-On (P/N 404-7881, MSRP $81.40) is for ’10 FLHX / FLTRX that came stock with a 2:1 exhaust which was assembled with ten discs, one closed end cap and a black trim ring. This Screamin’ Eagle Nightstick Single Slip-On also came equipped with a solid, full length core no packing material. This same tune kit will also work for the ’12 Dyna Switchback which came stock with a Screamin’ Eagle Nightstick Single Slip-On which came assembled with sixteen discs and a closed end cap. SuperTrapp’s Nightstick Single Slip-On Tune Kit includes ten extra discs, six screws, one open end cap, a special wrench to remove the tamper resistant screw and anti-seize grease. SuperTrapp also offers a Nightstick Performance Core (P/N 100-7881, MSRP $102.00) for the Nightstick Single Slip-On that came stock on the ’10 FLHX / FLTRX as well as one for the ’12 Dyna Switchback (P/N 404-7881, MSRP $102.00). SuperTrapp’s Nightstick Performance Core includes a perforated core with pillow packing. The SuperTrapp Tune Kit for the Screamin’ Eagle Nightstick Dual Slip-Ons (P/N 404-7881, MSRP $81.40) is for […]

  The Motorcycle Industry Council reports that retail sales increased 2.6 percent last year among 19 leading manufacturers tracked by the trade association. And for the first time since 2002, all four segments (scooter, dual, on-highway and off-highway) showed increases in year-over-year new unit sales, according to the MIC's Retail Sales Report. Scooters posted the most significant rate of growth with an increase of 7.7 percent, while dual-purpose motorcycles also showed impressive growth with a rise of 7.4 percent. Off-highway motorcycle sales were up 2.1 percent, while sales of their on-highway counterparts improved by 1.8 percent. "The MIC is optimistic about this increase in motorcycle and scooter sales," said MIC President and CEO Tim Buche. "In spite of some challenging economic times, the sales of used motorcycles has also increased. Though revenue is not reported to MIC, the major aftermarket distributors have acknowledged strong demand and increased sales as well. Further, we know that Americans are still enjoying themselves a great deal on bikes as tire sales have increased over the past 3 years. Estimated vehicle miles travelled were 29 billion in 2009, an increase of eight billion miles since 2003. All of this signals that motorcycling is an increasingly mainstream mode of transportation and fun." The Motorcycle Industry Council exists to preserve, protect and promote motorcycling through government relations, communications and media relations, statistics and research, aftermarket programs, development of data communications standards, and activities surrounding technical and regulatory issues. As a not-for-profit, national industry association, the MIC seeks to support motorcyclists by representing manufacturers and distributors of motorcycles, scooters, motorcycle/ATV/ROV parts and accessories, and members of allied trades such as insurance, finance and investment companies, media companies and consultants. The MIC is headquartered in Irvine, Calif., with a government relations office in metropolitan Washington, D.C. First called the

The industry is still alive and kickin’ it!

  Born Free 5 is happening Saturday, June 29th, 2013. And Lowbrow Customs is the online source for purchasing your BF5 poster and ticket for a chance to win one of the Invited Builder bikes! The first 500 tickets sold gets not only the main poster (art by Adam Nickel) but also a hand screenprinted 11" x 17" poster with art by Gorgeous George. These are limited to 500, and as of right now there are only 200 left, and we just got these online yesterday! $25 including shipping in the US gets you your official poster, ticket, stickers and promo goods. Check it all out right here.

  Harley-Davidson is more than just an iconic American brand. It is also a surprisingly good reflection of the forces shaping the US economy as a whole. The motorcycle company reported its fourth-quarter earnings last week, and the details show a company that is as typically American as the roaring sound of a Hog on the highway. Here are the five ways the company's financial results explain the forces shaping the US economy. Coming back – but not all the way: Harley-Davidson shipped 247,625 motorcycles in 2012, up 6.2 per cent from 2011 (that's an extra 14,508 motorcycles out the door). The company forecasts a similar gain in 2013. That is up handily from the recent past: the company shipped only 223,023 motorcycles in 2009, as the steep global downturn meant consumers were in no shape to spend tens of thousands of dollars on a motorcycle. But while the gains since then have been decent, it's worth remembering that Harley – and the US economy as a whole – is nowhere near its potential. Advertisement <iframe id="dcAd-1-4" src="http://ad-apac.doubleclick.net/adi/onl.age.money/money;cat=money;ctype=article;pos=3;sz=300×250;tile=4;ord=8.0230635E7?" width='300' height='250' scrolling="no" marginheight="0" marginwidth="0" allowtransparency="true" frameborder="0"> </iframe> In 2006, the company shipped a whopping 349,196 motorcycles. In other words, it would take much stronger growth for Harley-Davidson's production to return to the track it was on before the recession. The same is true of the US economy as a whole: economic output in 2012 was close to $1 trillion below the level the Congressional Budget Office estimates as the economy's potential. The missing motorcycles are part of that ''output gap''. Continue reading

BDL’s New GMA 500 Series Calipers provide Bagger and Softail riders with all the benefits of cutting edge technology, the finest materials, unsurpassed American craftsmanship and superior performance. Designed specifically for 2008-2012 H-D Touring and 2000-2011 Softail machines, these high performance billet calipers are CNC machined and assembled at the BDL factory. Attention to detail and precise fit are what you would expect from BDL/GMA as is each caliper’s solid stopping power and reliability. Sleek lines and a flawless finish on both the black or chrome calipers are once again a trademark of BDL and make a visually stunning upgrade. Available in either chrome or black, for single and dual disc models, the new calipers are supplied with mounting hardware and retail starting from $400 00. For detailed information visit BDL on line atwww.beltdrives.com or call direct to 714-693-1313

  Motor trikes have been around since the dawn of motoring, with many starting out as utility vehicles or prototypes of cars. But trikes haven’t died out or become mere relics of motoring history – companies all over the world still produce them today, and many will convert a motorcycle into a trike. Trikes are not only huge fun, but can also be a lifestyle choice.READ FULL STORY

Affable Scottish comedian/actor Billy Connolly (Journey to the Edge of the World, Brave) takes the ultimate road trip as he travels the world's most famous highway, Route 66. In this stylish mini-series, Connolly adopts a kind of "Easy Rider" approach to the trek as he makes the iconic 2,488 mile journey from Chicago to Santa Monica. With his unrivaled ability to tell a great story, he brings to life both the big and small moments of American history, the world changing events and the comic asides.READ FULL STORY

    Motor Trike, Inc. announced today a new accessory for their Kawasaki Vulcan 1700 conversion, the Challenger. Released in October of last year, the Challenger Independent Rear Suspension conversion is designed to fit the Kawasaki 1700 family of large touring motorcycles including the Voyager, Vaquero, and Nomad.READ FULL STORY

The inaugural Vegas Poker Run was a great deal of fun for everyone who participated