The new Sportster® Single-Sided Swingarm Bag (P/N 90200572 Black Leather, P/N 90200573 Brown Distressed Leather; $219.95) from Harley-Davidson Genuine Motor Accessories® will hold riding essentials a rider might otherwise stuff into pockets or bungee across the passenger pillion. Constructed of heavyweight leather, the bag features a pouch-style flap lid that is secured with two quick-disconnect clips hidden behind traditional straps and buckles. The semi-rigid-backed bag is secured to the left side of the bike with easy-to-install brackets and adjustable straps. Shaped to hug the contour of the frame, this 430-cubic-inch capacity bag gives a Sportster an old school look. It fits 2004-later Sportster models equipped with solo seats. Installation requires removal of any passenger pegs. 

NHRA announced today the formation of the NHRA Screamin’ Eagle Championship Motorcycle Series, a 10-race series that will compete at NHRA Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series divisional events beginning in 2013. The NHRA Screamin’ Eagle Championship Motorcycle Series will offer a total purse of $152,800 and will feature five classes: Top Fuel, Pro Gas, Draggin’ Bagger, Street Pro, and Hot Street.  The classes will run in addition to the Sportsman ET Motorcycle class that currently competes at various NHRA divisional events. The 10-events scheduled for the inaugural NHRA Screamin’ Eagle Championship Motorcycle Series will be announced later this year when the NHRA Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series divisional schedule is released.  One NHRA Lucas Oil divisional event in each of ...

Lupo massages a ’57 Bel Air taillight and bumper extension to fit his crazy Harley project. Click on the photo to see it on Bikernet, gory details and all.

  It's a good one, with reports from the Black Hills Rally as it starts, deals from the desert, SmokeOut credits, Hoka Hey kicks off, KlockWerks Sturgis Party, Surf report from Huntington Beach, Babes, Bell Helmets and Roland Sands kick off a contest, Bonneville reports, Veteran's updates, attacks on gun rights, you name it.   http://www.bikernet.com/pages/BADLANDS_SUNDAY_POST_FOR_AUGUST_5_2012.aspx

A team of pretty girls handles 60 percent of this bike's build. Click on the photo to check out this new bike feature on Bikernet.   

Jim Gianatsis report on the L.A. Calendar Show, as the event enters its third decade. Click on the photo to read the feature on Bikernet

Motor Trike, Inc. announced a new accessory for their Victory® touring line conversion, the Vortex. To add style and design, Vortex owners now have the option of adding Vortex Trax to their trike. Not only do these one-piece running boards add a custom look and flair to the trike, they are functional as well. They offer a patented "step and walk on" design. Optional auxiliary fog lights are also available which help enhance the rider's vision and safety. The Company is currently taking orders for the Vortex Trax at a price of $925.00 per set with optional Vortex Trax fog light kit at a price of $199.95. Optional color-match paint is available starting at $375.00 for one-tone. PRODUCT INFORMATION http://www.motortrike.com/mt3Vortex.aspx

For most die-hard motorcyclists, a trip to Los Angeles to have their beloved ride customized by innovative designer and master-builder Roland Sands would be a dream come true. In August, Bell Powersports is making this dream a reality with its BELL STAR TREATMENT contest. Launched on the Bell Powersports Facebook page and themed to highlight Bell’s premium Star Carbon helmet, the unique promotion challenges fans to offer their most compelling rationale for why they and their motorcycle deserve the “Star Treatment” from Bell and Roland Sands Design (RSD). The contest includes a trip for two to the RSD headquarters in Los Angeles where the winner will collaborate with Sands himself on a customization plan for their motorcycle. The winner’s motorcycle ...

Lowbrow just launched a new website with bigger photos, better organization and a slick new look. Check it out and play around and be sure to let them know what you think. Feedback is always appreciated!

Electric motorcycle tax credit may be extended Buyers of on-road electric motorcycles would continue to be eligible for up to a $2,500 tax credit under a bill approved by the U.S. Senate Finance Committee, the American Motorcyclist Association reports.  On Aug. 2, the panel approved bipartisan legislation extending dozens of tax breaks, including language offered by U.S. Sen. Ron Wyden (D-Ore.) to preserve the tax credit for buying electric motorcycles designed for the street.  "Right now, companies like [electric motorcycle maker] Brammo in Oregon are keeping the American electric vehicle industry on the cutting edge, "Wyden said. "But without an extension of this tax credit for the purchase of electric motorcycles, we could be stifling this innovative new industry in ...