Valerie Thompson, owner/driver of Valerie Thompson Racing (VTR), will display her record setting BMW S 1000 RR race bike and host autograph sessions at the BMW Motorrad USA booth at the upcoming International Motorcycle Show (IMS) in Long Beach December 7-9. She will also make appearances at the Shorai Battery display in the Market Place area of the show.   Thompson set 3 new land speed records this year with her Martech Services Company sponsored BMW S 1000 RR. She also became a charter member of the “Mojave Magnum 200 MPH Club” after running a top speed of 209.5 mph at the event in June. Thompson holds three land speed records in East Coast Timing Associations (ECTA) events and two records ...

The 2013 edition of the legendary Mikuni American Carburetor sponsored Iron & Lace Calendar continues with features a 16-month look at the world's top custom motorcycles photographed with beautiful centerfold models by legendary photographer Jim Gianatsis featuring the LA Calendar Motorcycle Show's Calendar Bike Championship winners: Jim Giuffra and the AFT Customs Girls' Best of Show winner 'Sentoh" based on a legendary Honda CB750, Ben Beck’s radical 1st Place Street American V-twin Custom "Nitemare’, Ron Baldinado and Philip Lopez / Crown Customs 1st Place with their Sporty bobber "Nasty", and Hiroyuki Hirata / BB Group, Japan, wild 1st Place Pro Builder Class V-Twin winner. There's also a cool custom bobber named ‘Hot Shoe’ from Todd Silicato / ToddsCycle.com, the show winning Lamb ...

A motorcycle gang in Australia, where such groups have been targeted over violence and drug trafficking, has challenged the constitutionality of a law that would make it easier to declare them a criminal gang. Leaders of the Finks, whose motto is "Attitude with Violence", have asked Australia's highest court to overturn laws they say are draconian and threaten civil freedoms. Under the laws, police in tropical Queensland state have sought to have the Finks declared a criminal gang. Similar laws have been used elsewhere in Australia. Continue reading

Call Paul Cavallo, of Spitfire Motorcycles for Born Free the bobber show, or the Las Vegas Bikefest Artistry in Iron, or a high school partner who needs a bobber to help him forget the anguish of a divorce, and Paul is inspired. He won’t clean up a build or modify a recent stock model. In each case, he’ll start from scratch and build a ground-up under ridiculous time constraints to meet some crazed self-imposed deadline or show schedule. Hit the picture above to check his latest show winner, or click here. He'll be out at the David Mann Chopper Fest this weekend.

Indian Motorcycle, the original American motorcycle company, today announced its plans for the International Motorcycle Show in Long Beach, California, which runs December 7-9, 2012 at the Long Beach Convention Center. At the show, the company will make a number of significant announcements including the reveal of a limited quantity, model year 2013 Indian Motorcycle that pays tribute to the Kings Mountain era motorcycle, and an all new Indian Motorcycle display. Indian Motorcycle will participate in the show Media Day on December 7th with senior managers from parent company Polaris Industries in attendance. Continue reading

    Master Bike Builder, Lee Wimmer, known as the innovator of the cold air intake for American V-Twin bikes is at it again with the all new Super Shield! Several finish combinations make this the perfect custom look to your bike.Small in size but has a proven cotton oil-less filter inside. Fits ALL applications and very easy to install . We also have a wonderfully tailored rain sock for extended weather riding. Mix and match finishes all at the same price MSRP $345.00 complete with everything ( less rain sock). Dealer and distributor programs are available for all Wimmer Products. Contact Joe Distefano for details, comments, or questions at proridersmarketing@sbcglobal.net or call 319-389-0798.

It's sorta nuts with the Ultimate Builder show happening this coming weekend in Long Beach, and they are giving $7000 and prizes. But in addition, the Mooneyes show rocks, and the David Mann Chopper fest in Ventura. Check it out in the Sunday Post, plus new government agencies trying to control motorcycling, new fuel injection for Twin Cams, new Cantina Girls, and some really bad jokes.            http://www.bikernet.com/pages/story_detail.aspx?id=10806

Combining the all-time classic biker-jacket design with modern features, the new women’s Legacy Leather Biker Jacket (P/N 98059-13VW, starting at $350) from the Harley-Davidson® MotorClothes® line celebrates more than 100 years of Harley-Davidson riding apparel. Its midweight vintage abrasion-resistant cowhide leather construction incorporates pre-curved sleeves, action back and padded back waist for maximum riding comfort. Pockets at the elbows and shoulders accept accessory armor for increased protection. Stitching detail on the shoulders, elbows, cuffs and back waist complement embossed graphics for a subtle, classic style. Available in XS – 3W sizes. 

  Sturgis may be best known for its annual motorcycle rally in August, but the city is hoping to entice people to visit the rest of the year. KBHB radio reports that a public meeting was held earlier this week to discuss how to redesign Sturgis' downtown district. The Downtown Revitalization Committee has come up with four different pilot projects. The projects include an updated motorcycle museum, upgrades to aged downtown buildings, a downtown plaza and a splashpark. Four Front Design is a design company that is leading the revitalization effort. Eirik Heikes with Four Front Designs says the motorcycle museum has the potential to be the cornerstone of a vibrant downtown district since Sturgis is known for motorcycles.

Boom Trikes claims itself as one of the largest Trike manufacturers in the world. How so? Boom Trikes states they have put more than 12,800 trikes on the road since 1990. Boom Trikes is the only rear-engine trike manufacturer that has EPA certification for ALL models in all states including California. READ FULL STORY