Baggers Take Over Bike Show in Minneapolis, By Jeffrey Najar, Photos by Manny Pandya. The Minneapolis edition of the J&P Cycles Ultimate Builder Custom Bike Show hit town on Friday, February 6th with the weather so warm that builders were pushing their bikes in short sleeves. Who knew these crazy Minnesotans would think 34 degrees would be considered warm? This is my 10th show in as many weeks I have produced for the J&P Cycles Ultimate Builder Custom Bike Show. I always circle Minneapolis on the calendar because of the outstanding old school bobbers and choppers and the new school baggers. This year didn’t disappoint. READ more….  Advertisement  

Over Singapore Slings at the Buddha Bar a lively discussion ensued about the many spectacular Hindu and Buddhist temples that dot Los Angeles and vicinity. The intoxicating topic (and strong drinks) got us all monked-up which inspired this Triking Viking to take a trek on my trike to see these shrines. Turns out there are some 50 such sanctuaries in Southern California, so with zen in hand my Norwegian sidekick, Christina and I hit the road. The Hsi Lai Temple, located Hacienda Heights was our first stop. -READ FULL STORY

Known for having the best fenders in the industry, Klock Werks brings you our ONE-PIECE front Fender for your 23" and 26" front wheels. Following true Klock Werks style, these fenders are designed to add a clean yet dramatic flow to your custom motorcycle. Read more.

Paughco’s all new, all American Made “Special Springers” provide a low-cost alternative for builders who demand USA craftsmanship and a friendly price. These Special Springers feature sandblasted steel components and welded-only finish, no polishing and solid half round rear legs for a no frills hand crafted appearance. Lengths offered include standard 27” and plus 3” for 30” overall. You also have your choice of narrow and wide widths. All t3 shown here are wide versions. The unique high quality front ends are available in gloss black, textured satin black, and red powder paint with tumble finish, chrome springs and rocker studs. Additionally each unit comes with a standard top clamp and dual brake tabs for single or dual discs. Optional items ...

A patent for the name “Victory Charger” has just been filed by Polaris with the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office. Interesting information when you consider that Polaris also recently acquired electric-motorcycle maker Brammo. Clearly, the parent company of Victory Motorcycles is making a move toward developing electric-powered two-wheelers, keeping close tabs on Harley Davidson and its Livewire project. The Polaris patent is for “Electric motorcycles and structural parts therefor”, which appears to be a placeholder, since it does not trademark a symbol or signature design bearing the name. The motorcycles will employ Brammo’s drivetrain technology and Polaris management has inferred that it intends to sell an electric Victory motorcycle in the third quarter of this year. This represents the first public action taken by Polaris to ...

We Discovered a Hole in the Control Freak Mantra. Dr. Ature De Temp - Certified Bikernet Cosmic Scientist. Common Sense and Global Warming I am not a scientist but neither am I an idiot. We live in an age where it is almost rare to question anything that has been termed “science,” and I find this a bit scary because it is a mistake to think science is pure and free of personal and political motivation. Scientist and non-scientist alike should maintain healthy dose of cynicism and the application of common sense. What can “common sense” help us discern about Global Warming? A lot actually. READ more....

Dealers, make sure to drop by the Hard Drive Parts booth at V-Twin Expo to check out EMD's product line, including cast aluminum rocker covers, cam covers and primary covers for Evo Big Twins, Twin Cams and Sportsters. Pictured here is a late-model Sportster engine featuring XR and Shovel rocker covers, a cam cover toppers and the soon-to-come sprocket cover that's guaranteed to take the 'boring' out of every Sportster engine on the road. Advertisement

S&S Cycle introduces its newest brand, Power Tune Performance Systems, at the 15th Annual V-Twin Expo in Cincinnati, OH. This new brand will include a number of performance products and systems. The initial offering will be innovative additions to the current line of exhaust systems from S&S Cycle. These exhaust systems are specifically designed and engineered to improve the performance, sound and riding experience for late model Harley-Davidson motorcycles. “Power Tune exhausts give you the quality, power and sound riders are looking for.” said Paul Devine, Vice President of Sales at S&S Cycle. “From slip-on mufflers to complete exhaust systems, S&S Power Tune exhaust will add substantial improvement across the power band. Pair these exhaust systems with our proven intakes ...

Compass Expeditions is happy to announce that BMW F800GS, R1200GS and a lowered suspension model F700GS have been added to the fleet of F700GS motorcycles that Compass Expeditions own in South America. “As one of the only International Motorcycle Tour companies that own their own motorbikes in South America we felt that it was important to offer a variety of bike sizes for our clients,” said Mick McDonald, founder of Compass, “For the taller riders the F800GS with its much taller seat height works really well and handles the dirt sections comfortably. For those wishing for a bit more power or perhaps riding 2 UP we have the R1200GS with comfortable seating for a pillion. The lowered suspension F700GS is ...

J&P Cycles offers an impressive range of innovative and useful products for all motorcycle riders and their bikes. From riding apparel to hard parts, discover what J&P Cycles has in store for February with the video below. Advertisement