Shovelheads remain a mainstay for Chopper Builders and BDL’s new SHS-600 belt drive conversion provides extended life, strength, smooth operation and reliability to these traditional drivelines. Designated as BDL part number SHS-600, it is a complete “Shovel Shorty” Electric Start drive kit. The unique drive features a billet  rear plate that covers the trans drive while providing support for the clutch basket assembly. Each kit is supplied with front and rear pulleys, BDL’s Kevlar clutch and a 2”, 140 tooth belt. The rear plate/support is made up of the plate, BDL’s mini starter housing, pinion gear and starter ring gear guard. Benefits of this unique drive system to the Shovelhead driveline are obvious and substantial.   And with a retail price of just ...

The road to/from Sturgis this year was 5,479 miles of mostly beautiful riding weather, with the exception of Georgia, South Carolina and Nebraska rain storms. This year I brought along the new Women’s Midpoint Colorblock Rain Suit from Harley-Davidson Motor Clothes. Through the many miles ridden over the years, I’ve tried everything from fishing gear, aftermarket sets, and at times, using nothing except for my jeans and t-shirt. I just deadheaded it to the next point thinking, “I’ll dry off later.” Read more.

THE AIM/NCOM MOTORCYCLE E-NEWS SERVICE is brought to you by Aid to Injured Motorcyclists (A.I.M.) and the National Coalition of Motorcyclists (NCOM), and is sponsored by the Law Offices of Richard M. Lester. If you’ve been involved in any kind of accident, call us at 1-(800) ON-A-BIKE or visit www.ON-A-BIKE.com. Read more.

Hey, We are about to witness changes in the industry and they’re coming at us fast.Change is inevitable. But it always gives us the opportunity to improve. I think the young riders get it today. It’s all about the build, the party, the race and the fun. We came from an era of struggle, but we were lucky. Our fathers fought and so did their fathers. Kids have the opportunity to learn from our mistakes and learn from the scientific community. Maybe after three million years man has come to a clarification. It’s all about enjoyment today, the ride, love and creativity. Bikers get it. Let’s hit the news, click here for more.

For ‘taller’ folks that own a Dyna Low Rider the Le Pera ‘Daddy Long Legs’ seat along with some other minor changes might be just what the doctor ordered. Read more.

I want to remind everyone to reach out to friends, relatives, brothers and sisters and agencies to help folks in weather-torn areas. Don’t kick it around. Get it done. Speaking of getting it done. Some folks love to get shit done no matter what it is, from mowing the lawn to building a new bike. They stay focused through the obstacles, the financial hurtles, the bad weather, whatever. That’s an aspect government agencies seem to miss. Read more.

The bikernet.com staffers and their work-release crew of not-yet-paroled freelancers have been around the block, done some things, seen what can’t be unseen, but never in anyone’s memory have they tasted Harley-Davidson flavored liquor. Was this another attempt by the Motor Company to trademark the un-markable? Rather than a distinctive syncopated sound, was the factory trying to brand an exclusive taste? The taste of old motor parts soaked in gin? Read more.

Commander Edge of the SmokeOut knows the Chopper Code. He knows what it’s like to ride a minimalist chopper on the long road, and he is constantly studying the mission. Last time he wrote a piece about the smallest tool bag possible. Enjoy his report. Read more.

Indian Motorcycle Racing factory team rider Brad Baker has suffered an injury that will result in him missing this Saturday’s Lone Star National Mile, presented by Indian Motorcycle at Texas Motor Speedway in Dallas. The 2013 Grand National Champion was involved in an accident while training on his mountain bike, resulting in a broken jaw. Baker’s intention is to be back on his Indian Scout FTR750 to compete at the Cycle Gear American Flat Track Finals, presented by Indian Motorcycle at Perris Auto Speedway in Perris, CA on Oct. 7th.

 Three new additions are now available in the Kuryakyn Momentum luggage collection, all of which showcase versatile packing capabilities, hassle-free mounting, and rugged utilitarian styling. All Momentum bags are constructed from UV-rated, weather-resistant 1200 denier textile material. A variety of quick-mount designs offer easy mounting and removal on virtually any motorcycle. Each bag includes rain covers, glove-friendly zippers, heavy-duty D-Rings, removable shoulder straps and low-profile carrying handles, plus MOLLE modular attachment points commonly found on tactical and recreational equipment.   Momentum Wanderer Touring Seat Bag, P/N 5286 The Momentum Wanderer is ideal for solo touring nomads with destinations unknown. The Wanderer fits like a glove on the passenger seat of most tour trunk-equipped motorcycles, and the spacious main compartment boasts 3,700 ...