Hey, It’s getting to be that week. Rogue is rolling out for the Badlands tomorrow. Brothers are heading to Sturgis all next week, packed and ready to party and hang out at the biggest industry gathering of the year.   This week we have news from the Chip, the Sturgis Museum, Le Pera, Gypsy Tour, Biker Belles, Lifestyle, Climate Change, Bad T-shirts and the best Redhead. Click here to read it all.

Heartland USA strives to design accessories for the discerning customizer, and their design-driven components are made to enhance the look of all Harley-Davidson Motorcycles. Made in the USA and machined from Billet Aluminum, these stylish fork light bracket were deisgned to add elegance to your bike. They do not interfere with the clean line of the fork tube thanks to a pinch mounting mechanism that leaves the leading edge of the tube open. Easy to mount, the fork light brackets are available in 39mm, 41mm and 49mm. Finishes offered are Chrome and Black. Make sure to explore Heartland USA's website for more components and follow them on all the social media platforms. Hit the banner below to visit them on ...

Since 1954 Bell helmets have earned the reputation for providing motorcycle riders with high performance helmets to meet the demands of every riding style. Staying true to their roots, Bell has crafted a series of limited edition helmets that are constructed with the same simple design they were years ago. The Bell Limited Edition Helmet line pays tribute to a heritage rich in racing history and building. With clean paint designs from Chemical Candy Customs the all new lineup of Bell Limited Edition Helmets these helmets come to life. It's time to shed the bulky features of the new age and go back to the simplicity of the good ol' days.   Advertisement

A completely redesigned lineup of bags with improved styling, functionality and features is now available within the Kuryakyn XKursion luggage collection. Featuring premium thermoformed construction and storage components, this line strives to offer strength, security and shape retention even under the most demanding use. All XKursion bags are constructed from durable UV-rated, weather-resistant 1680-denier textile material. The updated streamlined designs include new features for 2017, such as laser-cut MOLLE modular attachment points, discreet reflective accents for enhanced visibility, plus premium lined interiors with multiple pockets/compartments to keep items organized and easily accessible. Other rider-friendly features include glove-friendly and weather-resistant zippers, ergonomic carrying handles and multiple heavy-duty welded and overmolded D-Rings for secure mounting. The new XKursion XW Arsenal (p/n 5296) ...

On August 12 & 13, Burt’s great nephew, Lee Munro, will honor Burt’s accomplishments on the Bonneville Salt Flats through a run of his own – on a modern “Spirit of Munro” Scout Streamliner. For more information check out IndianMotorcycle.com. Indian Motorcycle Returns to Land Speed Racing... by Cycleworld

From Saturday, August 5th through Friday, August 11th, the 17th annual Motorcycles as Art Exhibit will be on display at the Buffalo Chip. K&N returns as one of the event sponsors for this year’s exhibit, themed Old Iron Young Blood. This display mashes young up-and-coming custom bike builders under 36 years old with artists in a one-of-a-kind display. “The Motorcycles as Art exhibit is always a great show with a high level of craftsmanship in an artistic two-wheel form,” explained Ross Berlanga, Brand Manager at K&N. “This year’s exhibit will feature some of the leading trends from the next generation of builders that will keep Sturgis on the gas for another 77 years.” Also at the Buffalo Chip, on Wednesday, ...

Bryan Thompson took on this build like a mountain man with a mission. He had to build a pre-unit bobber and stay true to the Triumph code. Only Triumph components could be used. No custom frame, forks, or wheels; just a couple of traditional Bates components and the rest original. Read more.  

We have three bike features headed your way from Born Free this year. Two saw their paint work handled by Deny 528 including the one above. The other is Deny’s Knucklehead an invited builder. We are also featuring a magnificent Corvair powered bike from the past from Ron Paugh’s collection and Rick Krost. All three are being shot by Peter Linney. Keep tuning in; it won't be too long. —Wrench

We feel like the Scout is going places with this new version. We were actually hoping that Indian would go further with it, making it more sporty, but that might be their next move? The product line still has room to expand, even if the market seems to be drying out; at least for Harley... Time will tell. In the meantime, enjoy this guided tour of the Indian Scout Bobber.  

MRF Reps: Hopefully on Monday you received a notice from the MRF asking you to contact your Member of Congress and Senators concerning the reestablished Motorcyclist Advisory Council or “MAC.” As you know, the MAC is the only formalized dialogue between the motorcycle community and DoT officials. The purpose of the “MAC” is to share rider experience with the Federal Highway Administration specifically focusing on areas like roadway deigns and construction, barriers and other emerging issues like the effects of ITS and autonomous vehicles on motorcyclists across the nation. On Monday of this week, the Federal Highway Administration announced that they were moving forward with the MAC and they were calling for nominations to serve on the Council. HOWEVER, if ...