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Unveiled at Rapid 2015 in Long Beach, California, TE Connectivity’s exercise in 3D printing demonstrates the ability to design a motorcycle on a computer, print it in plastic, add tires and a motor, then take it for a spin. In fact it may take a little more than that to actually end up with a

An analysis conducted by researchers from UC Berkeley’s Safe Transportation Research and Education Center (SafeTREC) found that lane-splitting is relatively safe if done in traffic moving at 50 mph or less, and if motorcyclists do not exceed the speed of other vehicles by more than 15 mph. “Surprisingly, we found that the difference in speed

Ideal for shorter trips, the Harley-Davidson Overnight Bag (P/N 93300005, $149.95) is premium motorcycle luggage that conveniently mounts to a Tour-Pak® luggage rack or sissy bar upright with a spandex mounting pocket and adjustable mounting straps. Features include two large exterior pockets with glove-friendly zipper pulls, an oversize carry handle, and a zippered mesh interior

Rever is a new motorcycle-focused mobile and technology company that has launched their Rever App (free to download). The Rever App, available for iOS and Android devices, allows motorcyclists the ability to Discover, Track and Share all of their rides—from daily commutes to epic routes touring the world, even at the track. Read more.

Küryakyn Holdings, LLC™, a leading manufacturer of aftermarket motorcycle parts and accessories, has formally announced the addition of industry veteran Steve Veltri as Vice President Brand Management. In this new role, Veltri will be responsible for leading brand strategy development and execution for Küryakyn, its Performance Division, Crusher™, and Bahn™, the new brand of precision-machined,

Designed for the modern motorcyclist, Küryakyn’s new XKürsion XW5.5 Roller Bag is the ultimate getaway bag and the largest option available within Küryakyn’s XKürsion luggage lineup. One of the XW5.5’s main features is the removable interior divider that provides the option of one large packing space, or individual upper and lower compartments with separate access

U.S. safety regulators have closed an investigation of fires in Can-Am Spyder three-wheeled motorcycles after the manufacturer agreed to a recall. Bombardier Recreational Products Inc. of Canada agreed to recall nearly 7,100 Spyder RT motorcycles globally from the 2013 model year. It also agreed to re-notify owners of motorcycles from 2008 through 2012 that were

Being BMX racers and fans, who could forget the Kimtab. Originally sold by Roland’s dad in the 80’s for motorcycles, it was fitting to bring the Kimtab to the future and make it out of high quality forged billet aluminum with signature RSD detailing. The Hutch relives those glory days without the swap meet searches

The 24th edition of the LA Calendar Motorcycle Show is excited to confirm the return of many of its past years’ Calendar Bike Building Championship winners premiering their newest custom bike builds at this year’s exclusive event, now being held for the first time at the exciting entertainment and dining venue the Sagebrush Cantina in

It’s bad news for Oregonian motorcyclists who were hoping to join the 21st century with the lane-filtering privileges that most of the world enjoys, as the Oregon House of Representatives has killed bill SB 694, in committee. The bill, which had passed through the Senate Judiciary committee with an unanimous vote and the Oregon Senate with a two-thirds majority, was denied access

For a casual layer under riding gear or just kicking back, it’s hard to beat the H-DMC™ Power Short Sleeve Henley (P/N 96477-15VM Federal Blue, $65.00 to $75.00). The 100 percent cotton slub jersey fabric has a rugged texture that’s pigment-dyed and heavy garment washed for a unique appearance. Raw-edge detail on the shoulders and

Dad will never need a light when the Tactical LED Flashlight with Safety Strobe (P/N 12700024, $49.95) is in his saddlebag. Compact-yet-powerful, this flashlight features high, low and strobe settings plus an adjustable lens to focus from a narrow beam to a wide flood of light. Simple push-button operation changes modes quickly and the durable

Want to run a big front wheel on your 2014-2015 FL model? Are you concerned the larger diameter is going to trigger an ABS warning light and DTC (diagnostic trouble code)? If you purchase a Performance Machine wheel, you can now set your worries aside. After extensive R&D, the PM engineering team has successfully developed

Alabamians will need to have a motorcycle classification on their license, and take a written exam or safety course, under a bill that has passed the state Legislature. “It will make sure that those who are riding motorcycles are qualified and know enough about motorcycle safety,” said Rep. Phillip Pettus, R-Greenhill. Alabama is the only

Harley-Davidson V-Twin thunder will rattle the Springfield Mile grandstands when the AMA Pro Harley-Davidson GNC1 presented by Vance & Hines flat track racing series hits the historic dirt oval at the Illinois State Fairgrounds Sunday, May 24. The Harley-Davidson® Screamin’ Eagle® Factory Team with rider Brad Baker will make its first outing of the season

Here’s a look from the Victory R&D Facility in Minnesota, as Victory racing engineers design and develop the V-twin that will power a Roland Sands-built motorcycle that will soon attempt to conquer Pike’s Peak in Colorado. Stay tuned for more.

Belt Drives Ltd. is just about synonymous with belt drives themselves and it’s been that way ever since Steve Yetzke opened the doors and incorporated the name back in 1990. The company is now one of the largest suppliers of primary and final drive belts in the aftermarket. But the BDL group of companies is