SADDLEMEN MODS TO THE SHRUNKEN FXR–In a world where over promising and under delivering has become all too common here is a gem I must share. The Bikernet built Shrunken FXR has become my daily rider and needed a couple small adjustments to be just perfect for me. One detail was the too small seat […]
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Editor’s Note: Michael Kamalian is the CEO of Revolution Manufacturing, Bikernet’s newest sponsor to date. Unlike what many CEOs are perceived to be like, Michael is the kind of cat who’s not afraid to get his hands dirty. The following short bike feature is in Michael’s words and showcases some of his company’s products. But
A Softail You Can Build On A Shoestring Budget Read More »
Editor’s Note: This is an interesting diversion. MaryLou Brewton flashed this for sale feature into the Bikernet Headquarters just before Christmas 2011. According to Hugo Wilson, Motorcycle Encyclopedia, Nortons were built prior to 1908 with Clement, Peugeot, and JAP motors. In 1908 they introduced their first production engine, a side-valve engine available in 490 cc
850 Norton for Sale Read More »
Hey, In this down economy opportunities surface. Take for instance this little company 5-Ball Inc. and all the projects we have in store for 2012 with Sturgis, Bonneville, bike building, site building, more books, you name it. Take a look at our tiny niche industry. Lots of companies are gone, but I still believe motorcycles
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Merry Merry, Another wacky day in Paradise. Christmas is just around the corner, and we have much to be thankful for and look forward to in 2012. The more I speak to folks inside and outside the political spectrum the more the words Freedom and Balance surface. I’ve been reading Bill Clinton’s recent book, “Back
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A Note from the Photographer: I came across this bike when I was shooting cars for a Norwegian magazine this summer. I was driving all over the west coast of Norway with my two daughters. We ran out of bread one night, and I meet Kristina by the bread shelves, in a store at 9
Wrenching on Harley-Davidsons over the years has been more of a journey for me than anything else. It has been my good fortune to meet all kinds of people over the years while riding and working on bikes. I want to pass on a conversation that I had with one of my Bros. I once
A Touch of Tattoo History Read More »
THE AIM/NCOM MOTORCYCLE E-NEWS SERVICE is brought to you by Aid to Injured Motorcyclists (A.I.M.) and the National Coalition of Motorcyclists (NCOM), and is sponsored by the Law Offices of Richard M. Lester. If you’ve been involved in any kind of accident, call us at 1-(800) ON-A-BIKE or visit www.ON-A-BIKE.com. COAST TO COAST BIKER NEWS
NCOM Coast To Coast Legislative Update for December 2011 Read More »
Hey, Merry, Merry, goddammit. What an incredible year 2012 is turning into. Last night I attended a Xmas Party, and we may have kicked off an amazing ride from the top of Alaska to the bottom of South America. Since we are launching Bikernettrikes.com, we may make this a Trike adventure. Plus we already have
Sunday Before Christmas Sunday Post Read More »
Back when the Transcontinental Railroad’s golden spoke was still gleaming, the industrial East and the wild West linked by the locomotive, and a young United States still recovering from a bloody Civil War, two books brought relief, comfort and hope across the country. One would be the Bible, the other the Sears mail-order catalog. Founded
1911 Sears Original Paint Discovered Read More »
Hey, This is a strange day. It’s close to Christmas, but there seems to be a great deal of struggling going on in the country. Yet, on the other hand, aftermarket shops and some dealerships are doing well. One day Bikernet seems to be doing gangbusters and the next we stumble. As we close in
HUMBUG HOLIDAY Thursday News Read More »
While he might be best known for his co-starring role in a 40 year-old movie, Malcolm Smith has an amazing history of racing and riding. One of the world’s premier off-road motorcycle racers, Malcolm has participated in races all over the world – mostly off-road and endurance races. He won eight gold medals between
Sturgis Museum, Antique of the Month–The Malcolm Gold Medal Husqvarna Read More »
The 1948 Indian Chief in the Sturgis Motorcycle Museum is now 63 years old and doesn’t look a day over, well, absolutely brand new. The ’48s life started as a bike ridden for a very long time. As the story goes, down from owner to owner, this bike is a three-owner bike. The first
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Hey, I try to search for inside scoop material for the Sunday Post and Cantina Members. Sometimes that’s a daunting task, but today, we have a couple of exclusives, and inside notions. Ray Wheeler, Dr. Willie, and I are scrambling to complete the repairs to the Salt Shaker and pull it off the lift. Then
Event-Packed Weekend Sunday Post Read More »
Hey, I’m catching a lot of heat for voting for Junior’s bike over Jesse’s in the American Chopper Build off. I was generally disappointed. This was supposed to be the Build-off of Build-offs. Senior built a snowmobile; Jesse couldn’t finish his build, after pounding his chest about doing the whole thing by himself. He had
SELL-OUT Thursday News Read More »
Editor’s Note: If it’s advice about batterymaintenance that you seek, you’ve come to the right place. James Deanworks on the J&P Cycles sales technician lines and is a graduate of WyoTech’sAmerican Motorcycle Institute’s Harley program. To find out more aboutJames, read his Meet The Team write-up here on the J&P blog. For most of us
Helpful Tips on Maintaining Your Bike’s Battery Read More »
You really meet the nicest people when you start hanging around motorcycle forums. There’s always good advice to be found, if you ever find yourself in need to solve a mechanical puzzle. You can also post classified ads, find tech tips, share photos of your bike and opinions about your favorite riding destinations.  Â
Nimi’s Bonnie Is Alright Read More »
Hey, This is going to be damn short. I’m packing to fly to Vegas for the OCC/Jesse build off. Pilgrim Studios asked me to be a judge. In the fine print they call me a critic. Should be interesting. Can I ride each bike around chilly Vegas. Don’t you think a road test should be
PRE-AMERICAN CHOPPER SUNDAY POST Read More »
Click here for: Mudflap Girl FXR, Part 5 Wiring is always a treat, unless you use one of those systems in a box like Phil’s speed shop systems. I ran one on my factory racer, and it was a breeze. I’ll try to find a photo. It was designed to mount to the frame
Mudflap Girl FXRs, Part 6 Wiring with Wire Plus Read More »
Hey, Another crazy day in paradise. Rumor has it Big Bear Choppers is stumbling and looking for investors. But Norton motorcycles are coming on strong, and Victory plans to launch new models every six months. Where one company struggles another emerges. Bikernet may explode next year. Hell, we may have a major announcement next week.
PRE-AMERICAN CHOPPER BUILD-OFF THURSDAY NEWS Read More »
After much soul searching I have decided to sell the FXRX-Wedge built for S&S Cycle Inc. George Smith asked me to build this bike for the promotion of S&S products, including the X-Wedge Engine, during the 2010 Rally season. The bike toured the country with the S&S Road Show as can be seen in videos
DOUGZ Custom’s FXRX-Wedge Is Up For Grabs Read More »
Editorial Note: Bikernet reprints today an interesting tech story published on the J&P Cycles Parts Blog. J&P Cycles is a Bikernet sponsor and a great source for all your parts needs. Look them up by clicking on the banner at the end of the story. This month we’re going to talk about early brake
A History Of Harley Brake Systems Read More »
Hello my Biker Brothers Tail Gunner Here: After Market Lowers for your FLThis month we are going to talk about wind protection. I really never noticed before, the amount of wind force on my legs until I started riding without my lowers. I got spoiled riding my Ultra Classic with the
Tailgunner Tech: Aftermarket Lowers For FLs Read More »
Disclaimer – Can it really be considered late if I got it done in the same month? I had ventured off to the runways of Milan to try my hand at shooting some high fashion. OK so maybe it was the runways of Cut-N-Shoot but still… Every year as the days get shorter
Lone Star Rally Roundup Read More »
