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THE ONLY MAGAZINE FOR THE WORLDWIDE V-TWIN PARTS, ACCESSORY AND PERFORMANCE INDUSTRY
OCT 2013ISSUE #171
Laurent Dutruel took second place in the Freestyle class at the 2013World Championship of Custom Bike Building, and followed that with awin in Performance Custom with his turbo charged XR 1200
NEWSBaird’s Harley-Davidsondealer surveyBAIRD Survey suggests
positive response fromconsumers as dealers
report steady sales growth andinterest in new models.
In the latest survey undertaken byRobert W. Baird questioned 62 Harley-Davidson dealers about retail trends,inventories, promotional activity,financing trends and futureexpectations. The sample group wasmade up from dealers in the US,Canada, UAE, Austria and Belgium.
The US dealers surveyed reportedan average increase in sales of 8-9percent, with a significant increasetoward the end of August when detailsof 2014 year model bikes emerged.
These figures correspond with thosefrom the Motor Company that showyear-on-year sales increases forsecond quarters since 2010. However,the release of the new models isreported to be having a negativeimpact on used bike sales, with thesebeing down around three percent. Thewait for the new models to arrive alsohad a negative impact on footfallthrough the dealer showrooms, with
quotes from the dealers responding tothe survey including: “Rain andexpectation of 2014 model changesjust killed August sales,” and “Veryslow for the last while as peoplewaited to see the 2014 lineup.” Yetother dealers had more positiveresponses including: “Seems like newHarleys are drawing interest, sales onnew should improve quite a bit,” and“Traffic has been down until the ‘14swere released. We have had goodtraffic since then,” and also “New bikemomentum is picking up with therelease of 2014 machines. Total newcombined sales (Jul/Aug) should finishup around 14 percent.”
While awaiting delivery of the newfor 2014 models many dealers
have been reducing new bikeinventory. This lack of new machineryon the dealership floor has beenbalanced out by a reasonable level ofused machinery due to good trade-inactivity. In the survey 90 percent ofthose that responded to question oninventory level commented on thembeing ‘about right’ or ‘too low’ for thistime of year. Over one third indicated
they wanted more inventory versus the10 percent that said inventory was ‘toohigh’ - many dealers indicated theycould use more 2014 bikes.
Using available data Baird issuggesting that the average US dealerhad a 60 bike inventory at the end ofsecond quarter of 2013, which seesthe level up from 49 bikes for the sameperiod last year.
C omments on inventory levels fromsurveyed dealers range from: “We
have been low all this year on new bikeinventory. Always could use more,”and “Lowest new and used bikeinventory in five years,” to “Probablygoing to be sitting on too many usedwhen weather turns, the new norm,”and “Seems like most dealers aregiving something away on new deals,inventory levels are better, but stilldoing a lot of dealer trades.”
Despite the improvement in salesand inventory levels it would appearthat dealers are still having to discountto maintain business at a reasonablelevel with over half of the dealers
Continued on page 11 >>> PRODUCTS
French muscle bikes return to production
“Project Rushmore” customer researchedfeatures make debut on ‘14 H-D Touring models
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World Champs: ‘XR 1200 Turbo’ by Zen Motorcycles ................55-56After winning the Performance Custom class at the World Championship,
Laurent Dutruel took his XR 1200 to the USA and rode it from
San Francisco to Bonneville where he set a Land Speed Record
EDITOR-IN-CHIEF
ROBIN BRADLEY
PUBLISHER
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2014 Harley-Davidson ‘Project Rushmore’: ..........21-24Project Rushmore is the key feature in the 2014 Harley-Davidson
Touring model line-up, which sees select models equipped with
the new Twin-Cooled High Output Twin Cam 103 motor
French muscle bikes return to production: ............12-15Avinton is the new name of resurrected French motorcycle brand
Wakan, which now has a range of three muscle bikes in production
with an extension selection of finish options available to customers
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Products: The new, the best and the must-haves............................................................29-50
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R EACTION to Harley-Davidson's new model range has beenmixed. Purists citing 'Jelly Mold' cosmetics and sterile stylingas the company recycles itself in search of buyers-of-bland;
while dealers and consumers with money are motivated by thereassuring familiarity and warm embrace of Harley's 'biking-lite'lifestyle packaging.
What is interesting is that those (mostly of the purist persuasion) who criticizedthe company for whoring the brand up to 2007 through unsustainably largeoutput and outlet numbers are noticeably quiet now.
The trick that Harley-Davidson has performed in the past five years has beenan object lesson in survival excellence. Balance sheet house-keeping has beencombined with classic brand management in which everything appears to havechanged, while in reality very little has changed.
Perception is everything and by taking ownership ofhow the brand is perceived it matters not that themessage delivered in the past 36 to 48 months isactually not that different to what went before - quitethe opposite in fact.
The brand loyalty the company has sought toengender has been among those who previouslyperceived the brand to represent the ultimate outsiderstatement, and looked covetously at those who were inside its values.
Those outsiders merely wanted to be invited in, and Harley's marketing hasdone exactly that - those who perceived the brand as one that could bring afrisson of 'edge' to their lives now have ownership and will jealously guard thatterritory with just the same proprietary instincts displayed by all the previousgenerations of outsiders who found the weather on the inside to their liking.
G ood brand management is about carefully manicuring a message for anequally carefully groomed community of individually targeted wallet-books.
In these days of the 'Twitterati' and the oxymoron of mass social mediapredicated on individual self expression and exposure, it is tempting to assumethat the wheel of customer reach has been re-invented. But it hasn't.
All that has happened is that a new generation of marketing executives havediscovered the self-same self-evident truisms of so-called outreach that everygeneration of their predecessors have stumbled upon, and those are the self samegolden rules of selling that has underpinned customer grooming (sorry, I meanmarketing of course!) ever since the Sumerians carved the first beer recipe withthe then cutting edge technology of hammer, chisels, stone and glyphs.
None of this is to say that the new generation(s) of buyers that Harley isharnessing are 'same old same old' anymore than Harley's own product offer isidentikit.
If you compare the 2014s to the last few years then, liquid cooled tourerengines notwithstanding, there has been evolution of their offer - all be it gradual
and subtle rather than revolutionary (as it should be and is for most motorcyclemanufacturers).
Standing them alongside the pre-recession boom-time products of ten yearsago shows just how much distance can be travelled incrementally in a relativelyshort time.
L ast month I described the market's new customers as 'digital boomers' - aconcept that neatly encapsulates the idea that while everything changes,
nothing changes. Yes, the buyers emerging into the sweet-spot of our mediandemographic this decade are ones who have known nothing but the digital age,nothing but a wired world of instant communication and gratification.
But the concept also draws attention to what has remained the same with thenew generations of buyers - the desire to be an individual in a tribal context, thedesire to be social loners, and the desire for ever better products at ever better
prices; characteristics that equally well describe the'classic' post-war boomers.
The success of Harley's brand management sincethe early eighties (in particular) has been to keep it'edgy', even if it is largely a matter of selling perceptionrather than the reality of the metal.
T hese 'digital boomers' don't want the products oftheir parents, or of their grandparents, but
whether they realise it or not (generally not) they do want to be able drive awayfrom the dealership convinced that they are making the same kind of 'outsider'and individual statement about themselves that their elders did.
In that regard moving on to find rich new seams of new customers in nichemarkets that hadn't been mined before has been a no-brainer; and in principalis no different to what they did in the late eighties when no self respecting'Madison avenue man' wanted to be left outside and un-cool. Relatively speakingthe new buyers that Harley are attracting are low hanging fruit whose hot-buttonsare (as ever) entirely different to those of experienced riders, but (as ever) areentirely the same as those of Harley buyers of the past.
By bringing this generation's outsiders onto the inside Harley is perpetuatingthe brand myth and sowing the seeds for the next generation of outsiders to beharvested - precisely because they are not allowing the engineering to race aheadof brand perception.
It is the brand that sells, not the metal
Robin BradleyCo-owner/[email protected]
Harley are using'edge' to bringoutsiders in
SYMTEC INC., whichmanufactures heated grips, seatsand apparel for motorsportsriders under the Heat Demonbrand, has implemented a five-year warranty for its products.The warranty will be standardfor the heated grips, seats andapparel, while excluding batterypacks. The warranty will cover allmanufacturing defects; normal
wear and tear in grips from useis excluded. “We’re very excited to offermore value to our customers byextending our basic warranty tofive years,” said Riley Harlan,President of Heat Demon. ”All ofour heated products aredesigned by riders, for riders.When you install a Heat Demonproduct, it’s because you ride in
all weather. All of our productsare built with that in mind. Wedesign our products to be thebest in the market, and now weguarantee it.”
SYMTECMinneapolis, Minnesota, USATel: 888 571 [email protected]
Heat Demon offers five-year warranty
FOLLOWING-on from the successfullaunch of its first motorcycle, TheRegulator, at Big Bike Europe in Essen,Germany, in May, Kansas MotorcycleWorks has now introduced a secondmodel - The Gunfigther.Kansas Motorcycle Works debuted
its second model, a Pro-Street styledbike at European Bike Week, and thenew model follows the same modularconcept as The Regulator. This latestmodel features an S&S 111ci motor,Jims six-speed RSD transmission andshocks from Progressive Suspensionas standard parts. The Gunfighter is currently under-
going European homologation, and atthe same time Kansas MotorcycleWorks is working to establishdealerships in the UK, Norway,Switzerland, Hungary, Slovakia,Kazakhstan and Italy.
KANSAS MOTORCYCLE WORKSUSAWichita, Kansas, USATel: 316 260 [email protected]
KANSAS MOTORCYCLE WORKSEUROPEOlmen, BELGIUMTel: +32 (0)468 151677kansasmotorcycleworks.com
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Kansas Motorcycle Works launches secondmodular concept model
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S&S created special Super E and SuperG carbs for its 55th anniversary, whichfeature a black Enduraguard coating toprotect them from corrosion. Thiscorrosion resistance was really put tothe test on the Bonneville Salt Flats.Ken Zetterquist of Zman Machining
in Chico, California putan S&S 55th AnniversarySuper G carb on asupercharged IronheadSportster and took it tothe BUB MotorcycleSpeed Trials, where he set
new records. Ken increased the recordin the 1000-APS-PBG class from151.439mph to 153.729mph, and hetook the record in the 1000-APS-PBFclass f rom 150.732mph to151.075mph.In addition to this Jimbo Fisher of
Downers Grove, Illinois,put a 55th Anniversaryblack Super E carb onhis 1974 IronheadSportster, known as theGray Ghost. He brokethree records at the East
Coast Timing Association WilmingtonOhio Mile, with a best speed of141.958mph, and at the Loring TimingAssociation 11⁄2-mile track in CaribouMaine, with record speeds of 146.979in the 1350 M/CPF class and 145.6 inthe M/CPG class.
S&S CYCLELa Crosse, Wisconsin, USATel: 608 627 [email protected]
S&S 55th Anniversary carb usedin Land Speed Records
surveyed reporting selling bikes belowMSRP. However, this is less than for theprior period and the year-ago survey.Reasons given by dealers who tookpart in the survey include: “Very heavydiscounting from local dealers. Ourarea did not lose any during thedownturn, it’s just too many dealerscompeting for a slice of a smaller pie,”and “Some dealers have adoptedsome really bad habits as far asdiscounting goes. We are basicallytelling the consumers that ourproducts are not at all worth MSRP.”
Y et despite these comments thereare dealers who have resisted
discounting citing reasons such as:“We don't have enough bikes, so we
don't need to sell below MSRP.” The increase in sales may not only
be due to the launch of the 2014models and dealer discounting asconsumer financing remains stable,and incrementally more dealersreporting the easing of creditavailability. Yet the credit option offersby the Motor Company have beencriticized by dealers. “Harley-Davidsonpromotions are somewhat limitedwith only 2.99 percent financingcurrently available for customers, butthe Motor Company's sponsorship ofUFC, Sons of Anarchy, and movies hasbeen effective in keeping the brand inthe forefront of consumers’ minds.” “There are no Harley promotions in
our region at this time; we are not
offered the 2.99 percentHDFS customer rate.” Dealers are, however, confident of
an improving sales season withrespondents to the survey expectingretail sales to improve low single-digits percent in 2013, and theiroutlook improving to mid-to-highsingle-digits percent for 2014. Thisconfidence is reflected in H-D’s ownfigures which show that retail salesgrew 6.6 percent in the US and 5.6percent internationally in 2012. Bairdexecutives who have analyzed thereports and responses from dealersexpect US retail to grow four percentin 2013 and international retail togrow five percent for the year.
O n the subject of the launch of2014 year models the response
from surveyed dealers was on thewhole positive, with the positive-to-negative ratio increasing dramaticallyto 27:1, compared to responses thatwere roughly balanced last year.Comments from dealers on the bikes’launch included: “Rushmore bikes area game changer. Updated radio andbetter cams in the 103 are positiveupgrades. We'll see how the liquidcooled heads sound and are accepted.
I think it'll be a win for Harley,” and“The new bikes look great. The twin-cooled is a tremendously excitingaddition. We've already sold the twowe got, but now I have to broom the‘13s I have left,” and “Best newproduct ever! Biggest changes in 25years! Bikes are selling immediately atMSRP plus freight and prep. Wereceived double our usual shipmentsthe day after the show and it appearswe'll sell all the Touring and Trikeswithin the week. Homerun product,more reasons to trade than any time inthe last 25 years!” These positive comments on the
new bikes were then echoed when thesurveyed dealer were asked theirthoughts on this year’s dealer meeting.The positive rating was 87 percent,which is a significant improvementfrom 29 percent last year. Commentsindicate dealers were generallypleased with the enthusiasm, newmodels, information and programs atthis year’s meetings. “Best dealershow I've attended in a while. Thepride and enthusiasm of the MotorCompany staff was evident as theyunveiled all the improvements madeunder Project Rushmore. Great job!”•
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A VINTON may not be anestablished name in theV-twin industry, but there
is a history behind the company.Back in 2006 in France amotorcycle manufacturingbusiness was formed under thename Wakan.The plan was a simple one, to build
no-compromise, V-twin-poweredmuscle bikes inspired by the cars builtby Caroll Shelby in the US in the ‘60s.Unfortunately, a downturn in themarket and a lack of potentialinvestors meant that the projectlooked set to fail. Now, however, thebikes are back in production, and thistime it is under the Avinton name. The return of the French muscle
bikes is down to Cédric Klein, who in2011 was able to obtain the plans andpatents for the original designs anddevelop them into the three models (oras Avinton refers to ‘them ridingstyles’) that make up the currentrange; Roadster, GT and Race.
O nce Klein, a French manufacturerspecialized in developing
innovative thermodynamic systems,had disposed of his existing businessesand taken control of Wakan, he set towork putting together a team thatwould become Avinton. He, like therest of his team, is an ardent admirerof the AC Cobra cars from Shelby, andwanted to take that design philosophyand apply it to British style cafe racers,just like Shelby had with British sportscars, in ef fect c reat ing areinterpretation of Shelby’s Cobra, buton two wheels rather than four. Now based in a workshop in
Sommières, near Montpellier, in thesouth of France, the Avinton team ismade up of five people who hand-build the machines across six workstations with a maximum productionoutput of 300 bikes a year, and apermanent stock of around 40
completed motorcycles.
T alking about the introduction ofAvinton motorcycles, Klein says:
“We’re not here to sell motorcycles,we’re here to create the motorcyclethat will correspond to all of the futureowners’ hopes and desires. Take forexample the riding position. Eachmuscle bike is adapted to themorphology of its owner and the threepoints of contact (handlebar height,seat height and footpeg position) thatthey have with their machine. Thesephysical considerations are then takeninto account along with the buyer’sriding style and his or her tastes as faras image is concerned.”When a potential buyer decides to
purchase an Avinton, the first decisionis which model, or riding style, andthen each of the three styles has achoice of six finishes, which can beapplied to them; Collector, Vintage,Deluxe, Grand Sport, Super Snake, and
Cult. Further choices also include paintand engine finishes and an extensivelist of optional fittings and accessories.
T he Avinton range starts with theRoadster, which Klein describes as
“Definitely the most adaptable andcomfortable to ride. The handlebarsand rake are specifically adapted to itslarge steering radius, making theRoadster the bike the most adapted todaily use, out in the countryside or indowntown traffic jammed areas.Strong in character, agile, and a truemuscle bike, the Roadster allows itsrider to enjoy each and every ride, nomatter what the setting.”Drawing more on cafe racer
influences, the GT has its handlebarsat an intermediate level; 5cm higherthan those of the Race and 5cm lowerthan those of the Roadster. Thischange is said to offer a riding positionwhich is half way between sport andcomfort.
“This is the definition of a musclebike in all of its splendor andaudaciousness,“ says Klein of the finalmodel – the Race. With this model the
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French muscle bikes return to production
Cédric Klein obtained the rights tothe plans and patents for the originalWakan motorcycle in 2011, and hasnow reworked and relaunched themunder the Avinton brand
The current Avinton range is made up of (left to right) the Race, GT, and Roadster models
emphasis is placed on performance;the handlebars are low, putting theweight distribution more over the frontwheel.
W hen it comes to finishingpackages on the Avinton bikes,
the selections include the CollectorFinish. “It is all about the minimalistequipment already visible on the firstAvintons. However, the Collector
Finish Avintons differ from the firstbikes due to the fact that they can bepersonalized with any or all of the 50options that we offer,” says Klein.Included with each Collector are
aluminum Marchesini wheels, an AJPsix-piston caliper and lever for thefront brake, and a Devil stainless steelsilencer.
British cafe racers are used as adesign influence when it comes to theVintage Finish package. TheMarchesini rims are replaced withKineo spoked wheels, with the ownerselecting the color of the anodizing onthe hubs, spokes, rims and spokeheads. The mirrors are placed at theends of the handlebars, and the sportseat is replaced with a comfort seat.
O wners choosing the Deluxe Finishpackage get a bike equipped with
a thick comfort seat, a modifiedignition curve for a slightly morerelaxed ride, and a steering damper.The rims are again replaced with Kineospoked wheels, a carbon fiber silenceralso replaces the stainless steelversion, and a Beringer single-discfront brake with a radial mount six-piston caliper is fitted.
Talking about the Grand SportFinish, Klein says: “For this finish thebikes are equipped with a dual-disc
Beringer brake system. Thisconsiderably reduces the breakingdistance necessary before turning. Inaddition, the rear shock is replaced bya special racing version customized tothe owner’s weight, and the steeringdamper eliminates any vibrations asspeed increases. And last, butdefinitely not least, the Devil Carbonecarbon fiber silencer emits a mechanicsymphony for a completely uniqueriding experience.”
K ey features of the Super SnakeFinish are the use of Beringer’s
The Roadster is described byAvinton as: “The bike the mostadapted to daily use, out in thecountryside or in downtown trafficjammed areas. Strong in character,agile, and a true muscle bike, theRoadster allows its rider to enjoyeach and every ride, no matter whatthe setting.”
Cédric Klein credits British CaféRacers as being the influencebehind the Avinton GT model
quadruple-disc system, customizedfront and rear racing suspension, brakeand clutch levers adapted to theowner’s hands, black motor treatment,Marchesini rims, Alcantara comfortseat, carbon exhaust pipes, and acustomized ignition curve.
“The Cult Finish is absolutely themost exclusive of our muscle-bikes,”says Klein. ”Using the base of theSuper Snake, the Cult Finish is acompletely custom made bike from theforms of the frame to the materialsused (titanium, carbon, magnesiumand leather), continuing on to thecolors of the motor. An Avinton Cult iscertainly the most ‘haute couture’muscle bike that can be constructed.”
When ordering a Cult outfittedAvinton motorcycle the client is invited
to the workshop, from wherever theyare in the world, and once there theycreate their ultimate bike togetherwith the Avinton team.
No matter what model and finishoptions are selected, the Avintonmotorcycles are all powered by an S&SCycle supplied 100ci, four-cam, two-valve per cylinder V-twin, with aclaimed output of 120hp and 168Nmof torque. This is backed by a five-speed gearbox developed by Andrewsand uses a belt drive primary and chainfinal drive.
AVINTON MOTORCYCLESSommières, FRANCETel: +33 (0)4 66 88 79 [email protected]
A S part of the MotorCompany’s 110thactivities, a custom show
was held at the Harley-DavidsonMuseum Campus in Milwaukeeduring the weekend ofcelebrations. The custom show,organized by Biker Pros, includedfour AMD Invitational classes;Freestyle, Radical Bagger, RetroMod and Mod Harley.
In the Freestyle class it was ShaunRuddy who took top honors with hisChop Deluxe. As a part of his class winShaun will be traveling to Essen,Germany, in 2014 to compete in theWorld Championship of Custom Bike
Building as part of the Team USAincentive to bring US-based buildersover the World Championship nowthat it is being held in Europe.
Ruddy’s bike takes the boar trackertheme to extremes with its stretchedand raked frame and tall thin wheels.At the front of the bike there is a radicalDeville leading link fork carryingprogressive-rate, coil over, nitrogenshocks from a dirt bike, while thewhole package is powered by a motorsaid to put out 167hp.
A 2012 custom Indian was goodenough to take second in Freestyle forJesse Bassett from The Gasbox, withthird place being taken by Daniel
Sanchez from Cut Throat Customs withTracker.
Blacksmith Motoring Company’s2008 Retroliner, named El Vendetta,was the winning Radical Bagger andfeatured a stroked, turbocharged andnitrous injected motor along withBlacksmith Phantom remote controlair ride suspension and a 26in frontwheel conversion. A 2010 Road Glidetook second for Scott Baugh, and theRoys Toys Customs’ Beelzebub 2004custom Bagger of Roy Martin roundedout the top three.
Former World Championship topthree finisher Jeremy Cupp of LCFabrications placed first in the RetroMod class with his 1976 IronheadOld Black, which features two rearcylinder heads and dual final drive
chains. Copper Mike from GravesendCycles placed second in class with his’47 Knucklehead and third placewent to ‘Once in a While’, a ‘45Flathead by Paul Anderson.
After placing top five in the 2013World Championship Modified Harleyclass at the World Championship, JonShipley of Hoosier Daddy Choppertook first place in the same class at theMilwaukee celebration show with thebike Firehouse Racer. The 1985 FXR‘Sudden Impact’ from Cory Edwards,took second in the Modified Harleyclass and third was awarded to ClayRathburn, from AtomBomb Customs, forhis Sportster.
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Twin rear chain drives are among the many features on Old Black, whichtook top honors in the Retro Mod class for Jeremy Cupp of LC Fabrications
Chop Deluxe took the class win inFreestyle for Shaun Ruddy of Chop Deville
Surrounded by H-D Tourers, Blacksmith Motoring Company’s 2008 Retrolinerwas named winner of the Radical Bagger class
Jon Shipley of Hoosier Daddy Choppers followed his top five in the ModHarley class at the 2013 World Championship with a win in the same classwith the same bike at the Motor Company’s 110th celebration custom show
H-D 110th celebration custom show
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H ARLEY-Davidson haslaunched its 2014 rangeof models with the
keystone of the line-up being theTouring family, which has beenheavily reworked under ProjectRushmore.
Project Rushmore includes newelectronics and controls, aerodynamicsand bodywork and significant enginechanges. “Project Rushmore is a pureexpression of our relationship with ourcustomers and a shared passion forriding motorcycles,” says Mark-HansRicher, H-D Senior Vice President andChief Marketing Officer. “It’s resultedin some outstanding innovations, butfrom day one we’ve been focused ontaking the total rider and passengerexperience to the next level. We cometogether through a process that usesnot just formal feedback, but the kindof input we get from listening tocustomers out on the road, and thenwe blend that with our engineeringand styling expertise. For years atHarley-Davidson we’ve been sayingthat we ride with you. ProjectRushmore elevates that devotion to ahigher level.”
The Road King, Street Glide, StreetGlide Special, Electra Glide UltraClassic, Ultra Limited, Tri Glide Ultra,CVO Ultra Limited and CVO Road Kingare the eight models in the 2014 line-up that receive elements of ProjectRushmore.
In response to demand for morepower from riders H-D has created theHigh Output Twin Cam 103 as part ofProject Rushmore. The motor isequipped with a new camshaft tooptimize bottom-end torque and anew high-flow airbox, which is said toresult in a five percent increase intorque, compared to a standard TwinCam 103 powertrain in a Touringconfiguration. The new airbox is alsosaid to provide improved legroom andairflow around the rider.
T he HO Twin Cam 103 is originalequipment on the 2014 Road
King, Street Glide, Street Glide Special,and Electra Glide Ultra Classicmotorcycle models.
Perhaps of more significance thanthe launch of the High Output engineis the creation of the new Twin-CooledHigh Output Twin Cam 103, which isfeatured in the 2014 Ultra Limited and
Tri Glide Ultra models.A combination of air-cooling and
liquid cooling allow the Twin-CooledHigh Output 103 to maintain peakperformance under demanding loadsand riding conditions, and enables ahigher 10.1:1 compression ratio. TheTwin-Cooled High Output 103 isclaimed to offer 10.7 percent morepeak torque than the standard TwinCam 103 engine.
The liquid coolant is routed throughthe cylinder heads in the area aroundthe exhaust valves and then to ductedheat exchangers located in the left andright fairing lowers.
U nder Project Rushmore all 2014Touring and Trike models, except
the Road King, are equipped with anew hydraulic clutch control, which issaid to maintain the previous cableclutch-lever effort despite strongerclutch springs fitted to the 2014
models.The 2014 Tri Glide Ultra is equipped
with a new Assist and Slip (A&S)clutch, said to reduce lever effort by 23percent. The Assist feature increasestorque capacity at times of highdemand while keeping lever effortslow. The Slip feature enables smoothdownshifts and engine braking.
C hanges under Project Rushmorecontinue with the launch of H-D’s
Reflex linked brakes with ABS on all2014 Touring models as either originalequipment or as a factory-installedoption.
Reflex linked brakes combine ABSwith electronically linked braking thatoptimizes front/rear brake balance.Linked braking is activated when themotorcycle is above 20 to 25mph. Ifbraking is initiated at slower speedsthe front and rear brakes functionindependently. When linked braking is
The Dyna Switchback features detachablehard saddlebags and a quick-detachwindshield, allowing the bike to be usedas either a touring bike or a cruiser
The 2014 Road King is one of the Touringfamily given the Project Rushmore treatment,and new features on this model include newImpeller wheels, restyled hard saddlebagsand a new easier-to-read speedometer
Enhanced by Project Rushmore,the 2014 CVO Road Kingcombines the largestdisplacement V-twin engineoffered by H-D with a ventedWind Splitter windshield, Reflexlinked brakes with ABS, and theDaymaker LED headlight
As part of Project Rushmore, the 2014 Electra Glide Ultra Classic gains theHigh Output Twin Cam 103 engine, a restyled Batwing fairing withSplitstream vent to limit buffeting, Reflex Linked Brakes with ABS, DaymakerLED lighting, and electronic cruise control
Project Rushmore enhancements on theStreet Glide Special include a gloss blackinner fairing, Reflex Linked Brakes withABS, the Boom! Box 6.5 GT infotainmentsystem and CVO-style hand-adjustablelowered rear suspension as standardequipment
“Project Rushmore” customer researched featuresmake debut on ‘14 H-D Touring models
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active, applying the front, rear or bothbrake controls will apply braking forceto both the front and rear brakes in aproportion determined by the Reflexsystem.
Reflex linked brakes with ABS areoriginal equipment on the 2014 StreetGlide Special, Electra Glide UltraClassic and Ultra Limited Harley-Davidson motorcycle models, and afactory-installed option on the RoadKing and Street Glide models.
On the Tri Glide Ultra a linked brakesystem allows the rider to apply boththe front and rear brakes through therear brake pedal by actuating twopistons of each new six-piston frontcaliper. The full front brake system isapplied only through the front brakelever and remains independent. A newTri Glide Ultra parking brake systemuses a foot pedal on the rider’s left sideto activate the rear parking brakes.
Under Project Rushmore all 2014Touring models are equipped withnew front suspension components,including larger fork sliders and stiffertriple clamps, to improve steeringresponse. Fork diameter is increasedfrom 43.1mm to 49mm, and thesteering stem is supported by largerbearings.
D aymaker LED headlights andDaymaker LED fog lamps are new
features for 2014, with the headlamphaving two D-shaped lenses: one thatfocuses light into a pool directly infront of the bike for low-beamillumination, and another separatehigh-beam projector delivering asuper-bright, focused beam. DaymakerLED lighting is original equipment onthe 2014 Electra Glide Ultra Classic,Ultra Limited, and Tri Glide Ultra.
Lighting changes continue with theintroduction of the new ‘Dual
Halogen’ headlamp as originalequipment on the Road King, StreetGlide and Street Glide Special models,and it is paired with halogen foglamps.
Aerodynamics are said to beimproved with the design of the newBatwing fairing, which has splitstreamventing to reduce head buffeting. Thefairing lowers for the Electra GlideUltra Classic, Ultra Limited and Tri-Glide Ultra models have beenreshaped as part of over-allaerodynamic testing and toaccommodate the heat exchangers forthe Twin-Cooled High Output Twin
Cam 103 engine.
C ompleting the Project Rushmoremakeover of the Touring family is
the new color-screen Boom! Boxinfotainment system, which featurewhat is claimed to be the first original-equipment voice recognition andtouchscreen for music, GPS navigationand phone in motorcycling, withaudio, Bluetooth connectivity, text-to-speech technology, plus support forintercom and CB communications in asingle module.
Additional headlines from the 2014Harley-Davidson line-up include arestyled Fat Bob, the availability of
The Touring chassis used in the 2014 Ultra Limited is based on asingle-spar, rigid backbone frame and a swingarm developed towithstand the demands of long-haul touring and today’s more-powerful engines like the Twin-Cooled High Output Twin Cam 103
The CVO Limited is one of the CVOmodels to take in the improvementsoffered by Project Rushmore
A new Batwing fairing withSplitstream vent to reducerider head buffeting is oneof the key features of the2014 Street Glide
The Softail Slim is a Softail paired down to theessentials to mimic early custom Bobbers
The Heritage Softail Classic is described as capturing the spirit of theoriginal dressers, with its ‘40s-style leather saddlebags with quick-detachbuckles, full FL front fender, chrome laced wheels and hub cover
The Factory trirke, the Tri Glide Ultra Classic Trike, is included in ProjectRushmore and as such gets the Twin-Cooled High Output Twin Cam 103,which features liquid cooled cylinder heads with heat exchangers in thefairing lowers
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Building on the Fat Boy legacy, the Fat Boy Lo features custom, black bullethole wheels, a denim black frame, blacked-out covers and header shields,and satin chrome in all the places mirror chrome would normally reside,while the narrow-cut seat rides just 24.25in off the ground
The Fat Boy earns its name with fattires, fat bars, a fat fender and ablack powder-coated, counter-balanced Twin Cam 103B engine
A part of the Dyna model family, the Super Glide Custom’s long, low profileis enhanced by a low-slung, two-up ribbed seat, while steel laced wheels andthe Fat Bob fuel tank add to the classic look
The Dyna Wide Glide gets a chopped rear fender, black rims on 40-spokelaced wheels, a black tank console, Tommy Gun exhaust, raked-out forks anda swept back sissy bar, lowered suspension, internally-wired handlebar with4in riser and forward controls
Twin headlamps andknobby treaded tires
give the Fat Bob adistinctive lookmatched by the
performancebenefits of 49mmfork legs and dualfront disc brakes
The Street Bob featuresa mini ape-hangerhandlebar, Fat Bob fueltank, solo seat, mid-mounted foot controlsand a black Twin Cam103 engine
The new CVO Softail Deluxe model combines the clean lines of the Softailchassis and an Art Deco-style paint scheme with a high-performance engine.Convertible components make it quick and easy to transform the CVO SoftailDeluxe from a touring machine to a cruiser, and power comes from aScreamin’ Eagle Twin Cam 110B engine
The V-Rod Muscle features a 240mmrear tire, and a fastback-style tailsection to complement the 1250ccliquid-cooled Revolution engine
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Under-bar mounted mirrors, a 26inseat height, a peanut tank and16in wheels create a distinctivelook for the Forty-Eight
The 2014 CVO Breakout combines the power of the Twin Cam 110B enginewhile a Softail chassis mimics the clean lines of a vintage hardtail frame
anti-lock brakes on all five 2014Sportster models, and the continuedintegration of H-D1 FactoryCustomization.
T he Dark Custom styling of the FatBob model gets a make-over from
Harley-Davidson Styling. Highlightsinclude a new slash-cut rear fenderwith a recessed twin-ring LED taillamp. Black replaces chrome, includingthe powertrain, air cleaner cover, rearshock covers, triple clamps, headlamptrim rings, console and battery boxcover. The aluminum slotted discwheels are powder-coated black andfinished with a laser-engraved Harley-Davidson logo and rim stripe.
All five 2014 Harley-DavidsonSportster models are available withthe ABS (anti-lock braking system),and also feature new hand controlsand brake components, improvedservice access, and an optional keylessH-D Smart Security System with aproximity-based, hands-free securityfob.
The 2014 CVO series features the
new CVO Softail Deluxe modelequipped with a detachablewindscreen with GPS navigation,Daymaker LED lighting, detachablesaddlebags, bold paint and Screamin’Eagle powertrain. The CVO Road Kingand CVO Limited return with newfeatures and Project Rushmoreenhancements. The CVO BreakoutSoftail returns with three new paintschemes.
The V-Rod family now has ABS asstandard equipment, and new paintcolors and graphics are available onthe Muscle and Night Rod Special.
The Twin Cam 103 powertrain isnow standard equipment on the StreetBob and Super Glide Custom models,both part of the smooth-handlingDyna line.
Six Softail models offer traditionalstyling with modern ride and handlingdue to the hidden suspensioncomponents.
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Wide triple trees and fat tires onchrome five-spoke cast aluminumwheels combine to give the 1200Custom the attitude of a customcruiser
The Seventy-Two offers a classic Sportster 2.1-gallon fuel tank, narrowwhitewall tires, chrome steel laced wheels, and high mini ape-hangerhandlebar that complete a look that harks back to ‘70s Choppers
The Iron 883 is a blacked-out ‘anti-chrome’ Harley model, with the straightcut, dual shorty mufflers, a drag-style handlebar, front fork gaiters, choppedrear fender and solo seat giving a stripped-down look
The Night Rod Special features a tapered tail section, lighter-weight wheels,and improved ergonomics with reduced reach to both the rider’s footpegsand handlebar
The Breakout is a long and low-slung Softail, which features a wide rear tirevisually balanced with thick forks and chopped fenders, while a shaved tankconsole and a drag handlebar keep the profile low
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WIZARDS Products, the exclusive provider of cleaning andpolishing products for the 2013 World Championship of CustomBike Building, has introduced a new detailing clay and surfacerestorer - Mystic Clay.
Mystic Clay is said to quickly and easily remove tree sap,industrial fall-out, rail or brake dust,and other contaminants that makea vehicle’s surface feel rough. Itcan also be used to remove freshoverspray without harsh solventsor rubbing compound. Mystic Clayis safe for all paint/clear, glass,fiberglass, metal or any hardsurface. Mystic Clay can be used in
conjunction with Wizards’ Mist-N-Shine ProfessionalDetailer for a high gloss,smooth finish withoutscratching.
WIZARDS PRODUCTSHanover, Minnesota, USATel: 800 356 [email protected]
Scorpion Series clear Derby coversBARNETT’S all new Scorpion Series clear Derby cover has beendesigned to fit OEM primary covers on ‘98-‘13 H-D Big Twins,and feature a 1⁄4in thick, clear polycarbonate window to theclutch.
Said to be scratch and discoloration resistant, the windowis secured and sealed with an O-ring gasket. The outer coverarea is CNC machined from billet aluminum and finished in a
choice of chrome or black anodizing. The Derby cover gasketis also included.
BARNETT CLUTCHES & CABLESVentura, California, USATel: 805 642 9435www.barnettclutches.com
PINGEL Enterprise has released a version of its SpeedShifter kit designed for use on Victory motorcycles. Bolt-on shift kits are available for the Victory Vision
‘08-‘10 and Hardball ‘10-‘11. The shift kit electronicallysuspends the ignition system, while simultaneouslyshifting the transmission for smooth gear shifts up ordown at the push of a button. Clutch use is eliminatedexcept for starting and stopping. The unit works fornormal riding or full-throttle shifting and the ability toclutch and shift manually is retained. The complete bolt-on kit contains Pingel’s slim linedual-button handlebar bracket in a polished finish,miniature solid-state control modules, wiring harness,chromed shift cylinder, mounting bracket andinstructions.
PINGEL ENTERPRISEAdams, Wisconsin, USATel: 608 339 [email protected]
Pingel Victory shifter kits
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ROARING Toyz has expanded its line of billetaluminum parts in the Pin Stripe Series with theintroduction of an ignition switch cover for use onBagger models.
CNC machined from 6061 aluminum, then blackanodized and cut with pin stripes, the cap fits all ‘03-‘13 H-D Street Glide, Road Glide, Ultra Classic,Electra Glide Classic and FL Trike models.
Along with the anodized and machined finish, thecover is available in triple plated chrome (with alifetime chrome warranty).
ROARING TOYZSarasota, Florida, USATel: 941 953 [email protected]
S&S Cycle’s 124ci Hot Set Up kit has beendeveloped by the company to allow users toretain the bike’s stock crankcases, cylinderheads, oil pump, and cam cover from all ‘07-’13 Big Twin and 2006 Dyna models whiletaking the capacity out to 124ci. Options available on the kits include a
10.8:1 compression ratio with S&S 91cchigh flow Super Stock heads, other choicesare flat top pistons, or without heads, a10.4:1 compression ratio intended for stock85cc chamber cylinder heads with 10.9ccdished pistons. When replacement cylinderheads are included in a kit they are finishedin wrinkle black powder coat to match thefactory finish.S&S originally included chain drive cams
in 124ci Hot Set Up kits, but due tocontinued customer requests for S&S geardrive cams, these are now included and arethe Easy Start cams.Alongside the Hop Up kits, S&S Cycle also
has upgraded crank cases available. Createdfor use on ‘07-’14 Touring model Big Twins,the cases, made from 356-T6 aircraft gradealuminum, feature thicker wall sections andare clearanced for strokes up to 413⁄16in andcams up to .720in lift. A Timken sprocketshaft bearing is included and the frontmotor mount is reinforced. The cases are available machined for
stock bore, 41⁄8in bore, or 43⁄8in borecylinders, and are supplied complete with aManufacturer’s Statement of Origin (MSO)and studs and cam bearings installed.
S&S CYCLELa Crosse, Wisconsin, USATel: 608 627 [email protected]
Hot Set Up kitsand crankcasesfrom S&S
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Pin StripeSeriesignitionswitch cover
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GLOWRIDER is anelectro-luminescent vestmanufactured byAdaptiv Technologies. The vest incorporatespatented and patentpending electro-luminescent technologydirectly into the vest,which allows panels atthe back and sides of thevest to light up at thetouch of a button. Powerfor the illuminatedpanels comes from a AAbattery pack, said to becapable of delivering
over 70 hours of run time.The GlowRider vest features a mesh outershell, reflective strips, clear chest pockets,two side pockets, an inner pocket, andflashing and constant-on lighting modes.“We’re very excited about this technology,”says CTO Adam Gold. “Since the EL panelsemit a soft surface glow, they are easilyvisible at night. They do not destroy orimpair night vision like a traditional LEDmight.”
ADAPTIV TECHNOLOGIESSanta Monica, California, USATel: 646 722 [email protected]
GlowRiderelectro-luminescent vest
FREEDOM performance is now offering what itclaims to be the world’s first and only triple steppedcurved radius header system for selected platformsand models from as early as 1986 right up the new2014 introductions.
The header pipes are stepped in size from 13⁄4 to17⁄8 to 2in, and covered by a one-piece, full length,220-degree coverage heat shields. The system is saidto be engineered for anti-reversion, torque andoptimal horsepower.
The pipes are supplied as standard withperformance baffle sections, and optional quietbaffles sections are available.
Engineered to fit the new Harley Breakout,‘08-‘14 Rocker, ‘95-’14 Bagger, ‘86-‘14 Softail, ‘91-‘14 Dyna , ‘06-‘14 Victory and ‘86-‘14 Sportstermodels, all of the pipes are available in chrome orspecial order high-temperature black finish.
FREEDOM PERFORMANCEGardena, California, USATel: 310 324 [email protected]
Triple stepped headers for 2014 year models
IT is not only custom parts and accessories that areavailable through Drag Specialties, as the companyoffers a wide range of OEM replacement parts too.One such example is its OEM style replacement airfilter. The high-quality paper filters fit directly insidethe OEM air filter housing, and meet or exceed theOEM specifications. Filters are available for most BigTwin and XL applications.
More custom orientated parts Drag Specialtieshas are shock bolt covers that will hide the stockupper shock bolts. The covers are available in chromeor black and supplied complete with mountinghardware.
Staying at the rear of the bike, Drag Specialties hasrear fender skirts available. The chrome plated steelskirts can be ordered in a choice of smooth orembossed designs, and both styles are shipped with
mounting hardware and fit ‘07-‘13 FLSTF models.Drag Specialties continues to promote its own
brand range of seats with the expansion of itsPredator 2-Up seat line. The latest addition featuresmolded polyurethane cushioning, 3⁄16in ABSthermoformed seat base, solar-reflective leather inthe seating area and automotive-grade vinyl on the
sides. The rubber bumpers and a carpeted bottomprotect the bike’s paint. Each rides 3⁄4in lowercompared with stock seats and fits ‘11-‘13 FXS, ‘12-‘13 FLS models. The seats are compatible with Dragand most H-D sissybars and include all mountinghardware.
DRAG SPECIALITIESJanesville, Wisconsin,USATel: 608 758 [email protected]
DRAG SPECIALTIES EUROPEKonz, GERMANYTel: +49 (0)6501 6030 17www.partsforeurope.eu
The chrome fenderskirt from DragSpecialties fits ‘07-‘13 FLSTF models
Latest Drag Specialties additions
Drag Specialties OEM style air filter fits inside thestock filter housing
The shock bolt cover kit tidiesup the bikes’ rear shocks
The latest Predator 2-Upseat is for use on ‘11-‘13FXS, ‘12-‘13 FLS models
DYNAPLUG is a tubeless tire repair toolthat can be easily carried on a bike. It issaid to be capable of repairing a tubelesstire in minutes without dismounting thewheel from the motorcycle. To use the rider extracts the punctureobject and then inserts the Dynaplugviscoelastic rubber repair plug in thepuncture path. The Dynaplug is available in the 6061
aluminum Ultralite model or in theDynaplug Pro model manufactured instainless steel. Both versions are made inthe USA.
DYNAPLUGChico, California, USATel: 530 345 [email protected]
Dynaplug tubeless tire repair tool
KEIHIN FCR carburetors are said to offerperformance gains thanks to precise metering, highflowing flat slide throttle design and adjustableaccelerator pump for quick response. Now SudcoInternational has put together a complete line of
bolt-up Keihin FCR 39 and 41mm performancecarburetor kits for many Harley-Davidson Big Twinand Sportster models.
Each Sudco Keihin FCR kit includes a pre-jettedKeihin FCR 39 or 41mm carb that is ready to run formost applications, equipped with the correct linkageto work with stock cables, and includes an aircleaner/cover adapter, with or without a K&N chromefilter.
SUDCO INTERNATIONALCommerce, California, USATel: 323 728 [email protected]
Sudco Keihin FCRperformance carb kits
GRIPACE is manufacturing a new version ofits patented hidden motorcycle switchsystem that it says will allow users theability to remove the stock switch controlsfrom any motorcycle and replace them witha switch pad located under the rider’s
fingers in the left handgrip. This latestversion features a better switch pad and amore powerful control module.The switch pad can be fitted to manydifferent styles of hand grips, and theGripAce controls hi/lo headlights, horn, turnsignals and starter. It will add self cancelingturn signals to a motorcycle not equippedor control the existing turn signal module.The GripAce systemcan also controlother switchfunctions such as airride, LED lights, andnitrous systems.
GRIPACE INDUSTRIES LLCBeverly Hills, California, USATel: 323 556 [email protected]
GripAce hidden switch controls
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JIMS Cruise Drive upgrade kit has been designed tooffer positive shifting and shaft centerline integritycapable of working with modern high performancepowertrains. The upgraded 6061 precision-machinedaluminum trap door is claimed to hold transmissionshaft centerlines to within .0005in and incorporateswider, heavy duty bearings. These bearings areretained with beveled retaining rings to eliminatebearing endplay. Included with the kit are two solidtrue centerline rigid strength shift fork shafts thatreplace the OEM hollow shafts.
JIMS USACamarillo, California, USATel: 805 482 [email protected]
JIMS Cruise Drive upgrade kit
RENEGADE Wheels has expanded its productline with the introduction of Derby covers indesigns that match its wheels.Renegade Derby covers are engineered in astunning two-piece design to allowcustomers to mix and match finishes. The twopieces are the Derby base and the Derbycover and both are machined from T6061aluminum. The base is available in chrome orphantom black anodized, and the cover isoffered in matching Renegade Wheelsdesigns in both chrome and Phantom-Cut.
RENEGADE WHEELSOrange, California, USATel: 714 998 7241 [email protected] www.renegadewheels.com
Renegade Derby covers
PAUGHCO’S latest new product launch is its chromebillet Tri-Bar Rocket headlight assembly. The barfeatures 53⁄4in diameter lights, and it can be orderedwith or without a visor.
Each light is supplied with a replaceable H4 bulb,chrome bottom mount and wiring.
PAUGHCOCarson City, Nevada, USATel: 775 246 [email protected]
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W&W Cycles continues to expand its product lineand the latest addition to its array of parts includesnew products from IK Works. The kicker pedal fromIK Works features a steel shaft and the pedal isavailable in cast aluminum or cast iron.
The next IK Works product is the narrow style tripletrees. CNC machined from billet steel, the trees aredesigned to work with 41.3mm fork legs. Onceinstalled, the center to center distance of the fork legsis 170mm, meaning either no brake is used or acentered drum brake wheel like those from earlySportsters will be needed.For those that like Old School styling W&W now
has MHC billet magneto caps available. Offered inmachined aluminum or brass, the caps are availableto fit Fairbanks, Morris and Hunt magnetos.Catering for more modern tastes, W&W is carrying
the Roland Sands Design Café master cylinder capfrom ’04 and onward XL models. CNC-machinedfrom billet aluminum, it is designed to match otherproducts in the RSD Café line, and come in Chrome,Contrast Cut, or Black Ops finishes. The JIMS Forceflow cylinder head cooler, now in
stock at W&W Cycles, is designed to help with thecool running of Twin Cam motors. Adapted fromNASCAR race car brake coolers, it is said to reducecylinder head temperatures by as much as 37degrees Celsius. It mounts in the horn area and ahorn relocater is hidden inside the housing. The fancan be installed to turn on and off manually, or beregulated by a thermostat controlled sensor. The Crane HI-4N replaces Crane's
existing HI-4 ignition and has manynew features. The aluminumhousing protects againstvibration, moisture, dirt andimproves heat dissipation.Also, the new housingfeatures degree and advancedirection markings on theflange. Installation becomeseasier with the convenient cablenotch in the housing which alsohelps to prevent cable damage.Built onto the back plate, thesensor/magnet housings protect the sensorsfrom damage during installation. The sensorhousings contain advanced flux concentrators(intensify magnetic fields) with high temperatureresistant samarium/cobalt magnets for accurate andreliable triggering. The HI-4N ignition has four rotary switches for
mode selection, advance rate, and rev limit (1,500-9,900rpm). Modes are: single fire, dual fire, OEMcurve, race curve, kick start, and electric start. Forstreet use Crane recommends coils with a minimumof 2 Ω. Coils with 4Ω or higher may be used, butmay not produce optimum output.The Crane HI-4N is available to fit Big Twins
‘70-‘99, and Sportsters ‘71-’03.Continuing on the electrical theme, W&W now has
the TLT-Moto CAN-switchbox. It simulates the stockhandlebar control modules and speedometers ofcurrent Dyna and Softail models allowing the use ofcustom switches and buttons, while maintaining allfactory functions. All push-buttons or switchesconnect to the Can-switchbox at their respectiveterminal against ground (GND) at the other end. Aspeedo change is also possible because the boxsimulates the CAN signal. The CAN-Switchboxfeatures 12 inputs, and 4 outputs.
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IK Works narrow style triple trees are CNCmachined from billet steel
The Crane HI-4N replacesCrane's existing HI-4ignition with improvedfeatures
Available in brass or aluminum, MHC billetmagneto caps are available to fit Fairbanks,Morris and Hunt magnetos
Chrome, Contrast Cut, or Black Ops finishes areoptions on the Roland Sands Design Café gas capfor XL applications
The TLT-Moto CAN-switchbox allows aftermarketcontrols to be used on current Dyna and Softailmodels
IK Works' kicker pedal is available in castaluminum or cast iron
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The cylinder headcooler from JIMS issaid to significantly
reduce runningtemperatures
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BIKER’S Choice, under its Twin Power brand,has custom brake rotors manufactured byone of Europe’s premier brake rotor experts,an OEM manufacturer to many well-knownbrands. Laser-cut for accuracy to the ten thousandthof an inch, the rotors also have CNC billetmachined aluminum carriers, and they alsoexact grinding and heat treatment to ensureno warping even under extreme usage. Available as a direct bolt-on fitment, therotors are offered in 10in, 11.5in and 11.8inconfigurations.
BIKER’S CHOICEFort Worth, Texas, USATel: 817 258 [email protected]
Twin Power custom brake rotors
SPEED-Way shelters have been designed tobe used as secure, miniature motorsportgarages with a retractable roll top featureallowing easy access to the bike storedinside. Among the main features of Speed-Wayshelters are weather proofing, and ease ofassembly and use.
SPEED-WAY SHELTERS, INC.Santa Cruz, California, USATel: 831 477 [email protected] www.speedwayshelters.com
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BUTTY Buddy is the name of the removable pillionseat created by BB Comfort Systems, which has beendesigned to provide passenger comfort on bikes withminimal seat pads.
The Butty Buddy is a three-piece design, which canbe broken down when not in use and carried in itsown bag. The idea for the additional seating cameabout when its creator noticed many pillion riderssitting on rolled up jackets to gain extra cushioningon the back of bikes. When fitted together itmeasures 13.5in across and is ergonomically shaped
for passenger comfort. It is constructed fromlightweight composite materials and covered withclosed cell cushions for even greater comfort, andcan be used over existing pillion pads or on barefenders.
COMFORT SYSTEMS Maryville, Tennessee, USATel: 865 806 [email protected]
Butty Buddy pillion pads
Speed-Way motorsport shelters
BAGGER Werx states that its 3.5in drop seat kit forTouring models is the only one on the market thatworks with California Canister motorcycles. Inaddition it is the only kit to work with ABS and non-ABS models, and does not require the ABS brake lineto be disconnected and the system to be bled and/orthe use of the Digital Technician 11.
The kit, which is available for Touring models from’09-’13, lowers the seat height without affecting thebike’s ride height or ground clearance. It eliminatesthe OEM saddlebag guards and rails but retains thefender, fender struts and saddlebags at the stockheight and location, only the set area drops down.Optional saddlebag guard kits are available throughBagger Werx.
Each kit includes a gloss black powder coated,fully-assembled rear section, battery box, fuse box,negative battery cable, left and right side covers, acustom seat and all necessary hardware.
BAGGER WERXGilroy CA, 95020 USATel: [email protected]
Bagger Werx drop seat forTouring models
AIM is stating that its VP68LT variablepressure clutch offers a 40 percent lighterpull, while at the same time featuring abigger counter weight for more torquecapacity.The new VP68LT has been specificallydesigned for stock 103ci or CVO 110cimotors, and has a smaller pressure ring(68mm) for more clutch pull reduction andbigger weights for more centrifugal force. In addition, AIM uses a lighter base platefor less rotational inertia, with around 20percent of the weight being removed fromthe steel plate.The VP68LT variable pressure clutch is
available to fit ‘98 and later Big Twinmodels, except 2013 and up CVO Big Twinmodels).
AIM CORP.Huntington Beach, California, USATel: 714 848 [email protected]
KÜRYAKYN’S latest range of new product releasesincludes LED saddlebag rear accents, which havebeen designed as auxiliary run/brake lights. Mountedon the saddlebags, the accents illuminate in red andinstall with high strength 3M VHB, and use plug-and-play wiring. The accents are available in chrome withred lenses or gloss black with smoke lenses to fit ’93-’13 Harley-Davidson Touring models with hardsaddlebags.
Küryakyn’s lid organizer bag has been designed tofit the trunk on ’09-’13 Tri-Glide models. It has avariety of padded and see-through meshcompartments offering protection and easyaccessibility for all frequently used items.
Alongside styling parts and practical accessories
Küryakyn offers performance parts such as its Mach2 Co-Ax air cleaner. A reworking of the originalMach 2 air cleaner, the Mach 2 Co-Ax retains thesame performance specs as the original but has anupdated look, and is capable of supporting motorbuilds well over 140hp.
KÜRYAKYN USASomerset, Wisconsin, USATel: 715 247 5008salessupport@Küryakyn.comwww.kuryakyn.com
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AIM VP68LT variable pressureclutch
RIVERA Primo is best known for its primarydrives and carb kits, but the company alsoproduces a comprehensive line of electricalequipment and components, and it has nowtaken the expertise it has in electronics anddeveloped a high definition video cameraunder the RP Tronix brand name. RP Tronix is claiming that its Primo HDXtreme is the most advanced and completeaction sports camera system available.The camera is being marketed as acomplete action package which include
various mounts, remote control, waterproofcover, cables, power adaptors and carry bag. The PHDX camera uses the latest generationimage processor to allow filming in1080p/960p/720p high definition videoalong with 8.0 mega pixel stillsphotography. It is powered by arechargeable high-capacity lithium battery,
and uses Micro SD/MMCmemory cards. The PHDX camera issupported by an industryleading two-yearwarranty.
RIVERA PRIMOWhittier, California, USATel: 562 907 [email protected]
Primo HD Xtremevideo camera
SUPERTRAPP, under its JayBrakebrand, has released a line of Dual
Series calipers, which aredesigned with two equal
sized pistons. The shallow back
vers ions areavailable for lowclearance spokepatterns with larger
diameter rims. Frontapplications require
brackets for mounting. The JayBrake Dual Series
calipers are available inpolished, chrome or black
finishes.
SUPERTRAPP INDUSTRIESCleveland, Ohio, USATel: 216 265 [email protected]
JayBrakeDual Seriescalipers
ROLAND Sands Design has introduced a new lineof components for use on front forks under theMisano name.
The line-up of parts includes the RSD Misano stemnuts, which replace the stock piece. CNC machinedfrom billet aluminum and stainless steel, they are abolt-in fitment.
For users of clip-on bars, RSD has created itsMisano race styled riser hole plugs to fill the holes inthe top of the stock triple clamp. They are a universalfitment and CNC machined from billet aluminum.
Completing the range of Misano accessories arethe RSD preload fork adjusters, which allow forkspring preload adjustment. An Allen wrench is usedto increase or decrease preload to alter the handlingcharacteristics for a softer or stiffer ride. The CNCmachined billet aluminum adjusters, which offer upto 1.15in of preload, replace the OEM top fork capsin either 39mm or 49mm forks.
ROLAND SANDS DESIGNLos Alamitos, California, USATel: 562 493 [email protected]
MAG EUROPEwww.mageurope.eu
RSD Misano front fork accessories
SPECTRO Oils of America’s Platinum Heavy Duty STLSportster transmission lube features the company’ssix-speed synthetic technology in a format suited tothe needs of Harley’s Sportster and Buellapplications. This synthetic transmission lubricant isengineered to work in applications where the sameoil lubricates the clutch, primary and transmission.
Rollin Karoll, Spectro Oils’ VP of Sales, says ofPlatinum Heavy Duty STL: “Since the introduction ofSpectro six-speed transmission lube for H-D BigTwins, Sportster owners have been asking for a lubeof their own. That day is now here with theintroduction of Spectro STL Sportster TransmissionLube. Like our industry leading Heavy Duty Six-Speedtransmission lube, Spectro STL provides easiershifting, less gear noise and reduced heat forSportsters. Our proprietary wet clutch formula alsoreduces clutch chatter and slippage. If you ride aSportster, this is the transmission lube you’ve beenwaiting for!”
Spectro STL is made in the USA, with an API GL-1rating, and exceeds all known OEM and Harley-Davidson warranty requirements.
SPECTRO OILS OF AMERICABrookfield, Connecticut, USATel: 203 775 [email protected]
Spectro Oils Platinum HeavyDuty STL
Longride OldSchool bags
LONGRIDE has introduced a line of retrolook, waxed cotton ‘Old School’ bags withaged leather finishing.The saddlebags can be used as universalthrow-over bags with a quick releasesystem, but are provided with a rigid hiddenback plate and can also be used withLongride’s own Klickfix fitting system.The universal tool roll can be mountedanywhere using the included leathermounting straps.
LONGRIDE MOTORCYCLE BAGSWakken, BELGIUMTel: +32 (0)56 [email protected]
KIBBLEWHITE describes its latest valve guidesas being designed with the price-consciousengine builder in mind. The manganese bronze valve guides have theusual exacting Kibblewhite tolerances, butwith reduced toughness/wearability whencompared to the company’s premium C630nickel aluminum bronze valve guides. Thesofter manganese guides are said to be easilyreamed, and then can be delicately finishedwith Kibblewhite’s high quality ball hones. Infact Kibblewhite states that with any battery-operated or electric drill, users can ream andhone manganese valve guides in less time, andin the absence of expensive honing equipmentrequired to properly size nickel bronze guides.
KIBBLEWHITE PRECISION MACHININGPacifica, California, USATel: 650 557 [email protected]
Manganesebronze valveguides
IN response to the increased useof large front wheels on Touringmodels, Hawg Halters Inc.(HHI) has introduced its X-23bolt-on triple tree kit.
The new kit is designed tomake it easy to use a 23infront wheel on FL modelswithout needing to modify theframe. The X23 bolt-on triple treekit fits all ‘97 and up Touring bikes,and positions the front wheel forwardapproximately 2in. It does not require forkextensions, uses stock length fork covers, maintainsa fully functional fork lock, includes fork travel
limiters, and does not need a raked head light bezelkit.
The X23 is available in machine or black finishes.To keep everything in proportion when using an
over-sized front wheel, HHI has launched its BFBK –an 18in, six-piston caliper and floating rotor kit.
This kit features a new six-pistondifferential bore caliper for 18in brake
rotors that the company claims isthe first direct bolt-on, purposebuilt caliper for the big wheelBagger market.
The BFC-18 caliper, used inthe kit, features a completelyredesigned and upgraded six-piston configuration withbigger bores and larger brake
pads to deliver increased overallbraking performance. It isavailable in polished, chromeor black anodized finishes.
The matching BFR-18infloating rotors can be ordered to match Renegadewheels or in an HHI design with matching or contrastfinish to the user’s wheels. The BFR-18 rotors aremanufactured in a traditional HHI Pin Type design.
The BFR-18 floating rotors feature a billetaluminum center section in chrome or black, with a420 stainless steel, cross drilled friction ring.
HAWG HALTERS INCDahlonega, Georgia, USATel: 706 864 [email protected]
New brakeoptions fromHawg Halters
BRUKUS Motorcycle Parts has redesigned itsBoot Shield to allow it to fit on CVO models,as well as regular Harley-Davidsonapplications. Once fitted the Boot Shield notonly protects the rider’s boot and heel fromthe heat of the exhaust pipe, but alsoprotects the hot exhaust pipe from blackmarks caused by a melting boot heel. The Boot Shield is made from cold-finished
steel and finished in chrome. The face of theshield is approximately 91⁄4in long by 21⁄4in atits widest point and curved on the rear sideto guide riders’ boots away from the pipe. Itinstalls using the same hardware as thestock floor board on the right side.
BRUKUS MOTORCYCLE PARTSMount Pleasant. South Carolina, USATel: 843 822 [email protected]
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VG Motorcycle, a Netherlands’ based custom shop,is offering a range of replica, classic Harley-Davidsonframes. Options include hardtail, swingarm, Softailand old style Softail in straight leg or wishbone style.The frames are built for 1200 Flathead, Knucklehead,Panhead, Shovelhead, Evo or Twin Cam engines withfour-, five-, six-speed transmissions.
VG Motorcycle also offers a wide range of TüVapproved Chopper frames, all of which aremanufactured from seamless thick-wall tubing andmodular cast iron parts, such as the lugs and joints.
Frame restoration is also a service provided by VGMotorcycle. The company says it can take previouslychopped or damaged frames and restore them backto original format. It also offers a service to straightenand repair all Harley frames from ‘36 to ‘12 to originalspecifications.
VG MOTORCYCLEHengelo, NETHERLANDSTel: +31 (0)630 493 201 (From US: 01131)[email protected]
VG Motorcycle frame options
THE newest product to come from Zipper’s are anoil bypass valve designed and developed by theAxtell Mountain Motor team. The bypass valveconsists of a precision-machined needle and seatthat inserts in place of the factory oil pressure reliefvalve located within the cam plate.
With the factory OEM oiling systemconfiguration, when oil pressure becomesexcessive, it is bypassed from the high pressure sideof the feed gerotor back to the low pressure side,looping the oil in the feed gerotor gears. This is saidto cause the introduction of air into the pressurizedoil (aeration), and results in lower oil pressure andvolume. When this occurs engine heat and noisebuilds, piston oilers shut down sooner thandesigned, and valve train and top end life can beshortened.
The new valve from Zipper’s blocks the factoryport back to the feed side of the pump and directsthe bypassed oil into the cam chest. The scavengeside of the oil pump returns the excess oil to the oiltank and eliminates the oil looping and its negativeeffects.
Zipper’s state that with its Axtell valve users canexpect higher, more stable oil pressure at all enginespeeds, longer oil life due to reduced oil shear, loweroil and engine temperature, improved valve traincontrol and reduced noise.
ZIPPER’S PERFORMANCE PRODUCTSElkridge, Maryland, USATel: 410 579 [email protected]
Axtell oil bypass valve
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Brukus Boot Shield
LOTTERMANN’s now has a wide tire kitavailable to fit a 300 rear tire on Twin Cam,six-speed Softails from ‘12 onward. In order to allow the wheels to remain onthe center line of the bike, Lottermann’sincludes in each an offset primary thatallows the final drive belt to run outside theframe rails. Also included with each kit is a20mm drive belt, a wider XXL swingarm,axle kit, a choice of rear wheel, Metzelertire, XXL Stiletto fender, modified beltpulley and 20mm H-D final drive belt. Anadditional benefit of the Lottermann’s kit isthe inclusion of a special spacer, with anABS receiver that allows the bike’s ABS unitto mount to theswingarm as originallyintended. The Lottermann’s widetire conversion kit hasTÜV approval.
LOTTERMANN’S BIKESWolterdingen, GERMANY (From US: 01149)Tel: +49 (0)5191 [email protected]
Lottermann’swide tire kit
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M ANY of the motorcycles to havecome out of the workshop of ZenMotorcycles have had a definite
Old School or Board Track flavor to them.However, Laurent Dutruel has exploredperformance options in the past. His entry atthe 2007 European Championship featured aWL 45 engine built around a Sportster gearcase and fitted with a turbo. When it wasannounced there would be a StreetPerformance class at the 2013 WorldChampionship of Custom Bike Building,Laurent decided to look again at turbocharging a Harley.
For Laurent simply building a show-worthy turbo-charged Harley was not enough. The problem wasthat he had caught ‘Salt Fever’, after travelling toBonneville in 2011 with his ‘Tribute to Hagakure’bike. On that bike, which is fully rigid, he recorded aspeed of 208kph. He also took second place in theFreestyle class at the 2013 Championship with thevery same machine.
His plan this time was to show his XR 1200 Turbobike in the Championship first, then ship it to the USAfrom his home in France, and then ride the bike fromSan Francisco to Bonneville before trying for a LandSpeed Record.
Laurent’s starting point was a stock XR 1200Sportster. The most obvious change to the bike wasthe work needed to make space for the turbocharger. To create the space he removed the stock
shocks and reworked the swingarm and frame railsunder the engine in order to be able to use a Softailshock set-up. This was followed by the constructionof a custom oil tank that sits just above thetransmission on the left side of the bike. With thesechanges made, there was space to mount the turbounder the seat subframe and begin the work ofplumbing it in.
A one-off exhaust system was a necessity as noone has turbo-charged an XR 1200 in this waybefore. On the induction side of the turboarrangement the pipe work runs through the gastank to what looks at first to be a conventionalvelocity stack, but is actually covered with Plexiglas.The real intake is on the turbo underneath the seaton the left side of the bike, and it is visually balancedby the one-off exhaust silencer that sits on the rightside.
A dditional changes to the engine andtransmission include lighting holes drilled in the
timing cover and the final drive being converted froma belt to a chain for easier gearing changes atBonneville.
It was not only drilling of the timing cover that hasbeen done to save weight on the bike, as one of thefront brake calipers has been removed along with thematching disc. Laurent shed more weight by ditchingthe stock instrument and turn signals. Micro turnsignals are now used and instrumentation is madeup of a large analog boost gauge for the turbo anda small digital speedo. The stock bars have also been
Zen and the art of motorcyclemaintenance
Laurent Dutruel not only took second place in the Freestyle class at the 2013 WorldChampionship of Custom Bike Building but, he also took top honors in the Street
Performance class. The bike with which he won the title was his XR 1200 Turbo, which afterthe show he was planning on taking to Bonneville to race on the salt
Due to the effect of the turbo, the exhaustmuffler is kept minimal, and is a one-off designby Laurent
The single gaugeon the bars is aboost gauge forthe turbo
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swapped out, replaced by low mounted clip-ons inorder for him to get into a more aerodynamic ridingposition.
W hile the bike uses H-D wheels, they are not theones the XR1200 originally came with.
A spoked wheel is used on the front and a solid rearwheel has been slotted in at the rear. Both wheelsare shod with Continental Race Attack tires;120/70/19 front and 150/70/17 rear.
The patriotic red, white and blue paint was appliedby Allegoria Painting and the graphics on the gastank detail Laurent’s plan to ride from San Franciscoto Bonneville, which he did in fact achieve. During histime at the Salt Flats he was able to set a land speedrecord for the 1350cc M-PBG class with a speed of158.642mph. This is a fitting follow-up to himwinning the Street Performance class at the 2013World Championship of Custom Bike Building.
ZEN MOTORCYCLESMassongy, FRANCETel: +33 (0)6 79 69 59 [email protected]
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The stock swingarmwas modified to work
with Softail shocks,making space under
the seat for the turbo
The oil tank is relocated to just above thetransmission to help create space for the turbo install
The licence plate shows that the bike is road legal,which was useful as Laurent rode it from SanFrancisco to Bonneville
The electrics on the bike are kept to a minimumand are hidden inside the seat hump
The graphics along the center of the tank outlineLaurent’s plan to ride from San Francisco to
Bonneville and for a Land Speed Record
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Drag SpecialtiesTel: (800) 222 3400
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Distributors of TECMATE retail chargers
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AUSTRALIA - A1 ACCESSORY IMPORTST. (61) 7 3806 1800 [email protected]
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CROATIA - PICCILO RACING D.O.O.T. (385)(21)325677 [email protected]
CYPRUS - J.L. MOTORACE LTD (MOTORCYCLE)T. (357)(22)752234 [email protected]
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DENMARK - CARL ANDERSEN MOTORCYKLER T. (45)(86) 946177 [email protected]
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DISTRIBUTORSAustralia
East Coast Customswww.eastcoastcustom.com.au
Rollies Speed Shopwww.rollies.com.au
JapanNeo Factory
www.neofactory.co.jp
Sundancewww.sundance.co.jp
GermanyParts Europe
www.partseurope.eu
Custom Chrome Europewww.custom-chrome-europe.com
The NetherlandsZodiac International
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Drag Specialtieswww.dragspecialties.com
MC Advantageswww.mcadvantages.com
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Zipper'swww.zippersperformance.com
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Contact: Al Sobel
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www.kibblewhite.biz
Motorcycle Storehouse B.V.Industrieweg 22, 9781 AC Bedum, The NetherlandsTel: +31 (0)50-3039775 - Fax: +31 (0)50-
3039777
MCS Spainish agentPaloma Pinto
Tel: +34 0 93 865 7427 - Fax: +34 0 93 865 7427E-mail: [email protected]
MCS French agentBruno Selle
Tel: +33 (0)4 90 67 76 33 - Fax: +33 (0)4 90 67 92 11E-mail: [email protected]
MCS German agentRasi Bayazid
Tel: +49 (0)211 289 0538 - Fax: +49 (0)211 289 0532E-mail: [email protected]
MCS Italian agentMarcello Fontana
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MCS UK agentSimon Letts
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AustraliaRollies Speed Shop
Tel: 07 3252 2129
CanadaPreston Cycle Products
Tel:(800) 265 2298Parts Canada/Drag Specialties
Tel:(877) 717 2858
EuropeCustom Chrome EuropeTel: 0049 (0)671 88888 0
DÜX IndustriesTel: 0049 (0)40 434037
Parts Europe Tel: 0049 6501 9695-2000Motorcycle Storehouse Tel: 0031 (0)50 3039775
Zodiac International Tel: 0031 (0)297 288 621
USABikers Choice
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Tel: (800) 729 3332Drag SpecialtiesTel: (800) 222 3400Kustomwerks
Tel: (800) 498 4711Midwest
Tel: (800) 325 3914MID-USA
Tel: (800) 527 0501Tedd Cycle
Tel: (914) 565 2806
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THIS MONTH’S ADVERTISERS
AIM Corp (US) Clutches & gear kits ............................................................................................16
Arlen Ness Enterprises (US) Inverted Series Air Cleaners ..............................................................61
Avon Grips (US) Classic contoured heated grips ..........................................................................43
Bad Dad (US) Stretched saddlebags ............................................................................................18
Barnett Clutches & Cables (US) Genuine Barnett cables, distributor network ..........................41,58
Belt Drives Ltd (US) GMA new floorboards, forward controls, distributor network ................6,46,60
Biker’s Choice (US) Firstgear heated clothing................................................................................19
Colorado Custom (US) Wheels ....................................................................................................60
Cometic Gasket (US) Delkron engine parts ..................................................................................38
Darkhorse Crankworks (US) Crank assembly balancing & rebuilds ................................................58
DNA Specialty (US) New 2013 Victory Wheel ..............................................................................28
DP Brakes & Clutches (US) Brakes & clutches ..............................................................................15
Drag Specialties (US) RSD Cafe “48” ..........................................................................................57
Easyriders Events (US) V-Twin Expo 2014 ....................................................................................63
Fehling (DE) Parts & accessories ..................................................................................................59
Feuling Parts (US) Bulletproof camchest kits, Distributor network ............................................11,59
Goodridge (US) Brake, oil, fuel and hydraulic applications ............................................................60
Helmet City Inc (US) D.O.T. & novelty helmets, Distributor network ..........................................25,59
James Gaskets (US) Gasket board kits, distributor network ........................................................5,59
JIMS USA (US) Big inch flywheel assemblies, cylinders, piston kits ......................................58,59,60
Joker Machine (US) Square L.E.D turn signals ..............................................................................31
K&N Engineering (US) High-flow air filters, Wrench-Off performance oil filters ........................36,52
Kibblewhite Precision Machining (US) Manganeese guides & reamers, distributor network ......41,59
Küryakyn (US) Parts & accessories ..........................................................................................26-27
Kustom Tech (IT) Parts & accessories ............................................................................................64
Le Pera Enterprises (US) Seats ......................................................................................................20
Mag Connection (FR) Distributor..................................................................................................53
MAG Europe Ltd (GB) RSD x Mustang 2-up Enzo seat....................................................................2
Medallion Instrumentation Systems (US) Premium Bagger gauges................................................14
Mid-USA Motorcycle Parts (US) Parts and accessories ..................................................................33
Motorcycle Storehouse (NL) Distributor, International Sales Offices ................44-45,46-47,48-49,60
NAMZ Custom Cycle Products (US) Wiring harnesses & fluid lines ................................................18
Paul Yaffe’s Bagger Nation (US) New Speed Freak accessories, 3D Molded, direct Bolt-On parts ....10,30
Renegade Wheels (US) 2013 Pacific and Lincoln wheels ..............................................................37
Rivera Primo Inc (US) Primo HD Xtreme sports camera, Distributor network ..............................5,58
Rush Racing Products (US) High performance products ..........................................................13,39
S&S Cycle (US) Viola V-Twin Quality Service Parts ........................................................................54
S&S Cycle (US) Performance products, Vintage parts, ................................................................7,36
Spectro Oils of America (US) Performance oils ..............................................................................34
STD Development (US) Panhead replicas ........................................................................................4
Tech Cycle Performance Products Inc (US) Belt drives & starters....................................................18
TechnoResearch (US) Diagnostic and tuning tools ..........................................................................6
TecMate (BE) Optimate product selector, distributor network ..................................................47,58
Terre Di Moto (IT) 2014 Biker Fest - The Italian Bike Week ............................................................32
TTS Motorcycles (DE) Rims & wheels............................................................................................35
Vance & Hines (US) Exhausts ......................................................................................................32
Wizards Products/RJ Star Inc (US) Professional finishing products ................................................52
Zodiac International (NL) Parts & accessories, new online Bikers Book, European offices ............9,58
THIS MONTH’S EDITORIAL ITEMSAdaptiv Technologies (US) GlowRider electro-luminescent vest ....................................................33
AIM Corp (US) VP68LT variable pressure clutch ............................................................................43
Avinton Motorcycles (FR) French muscle bikes return to production ........................................12-15
Bagger Werx (US) Drop seat for Touring models ..........................................................................42
Barnett Clutches & Cables (US) Scorpion Series clear Derby covers ..............................................29
BB Comfort Systems (US) Butty Buddy pillion pads ......................................................................42
Biker’s Choice (US) Twin Power custom brake rotors ....................................................................42
Brukus Motorcycle Parts (US) Boot Shield ....................................................................................50
Drag Specialties (US) Latest additions ..........................................................................................34
Dynaplug (US) Tubeless tire repair tool ........................................................................................35
Freedom Performance Exhaust (US) Triple stepped curved radius header ......................................33
Grip Ace Industries (US) Hidden switch controls ..........................................................................35
Harley-Davidson (US) 110th celebration custom show..................................................................16
Harley-Davidson (US) Project Rushmore debuts on 2014 H-D Touring models..........................21-24
Harley-Davidson (US) San Diego Comic-Con reveals H-D for Captain America film ......................64
Hawg Halters Inc (US) New brake options ....................................................................................49
JIMS USA (US) Cruise Drive upgrade kit ......................................................................................38
Kansas Motorcycle Works (BE) Launches second modular concept model ......................................8
Kibblewhite Precision Machining (US) Manganese bronze valve guides ........................................49
Krazy Horse Customs (GB) Ace 1200 CR Street Special ................................................................64
Küryakyn (US) LED saddlebag rear accents, lid organizer and Mach2 Co-Ax air cleaner ................43
Longride Motorcycle Bags (BE) Old School bags ..........................................................................48
Lottermann’s Bikes (DE) Wide tire kit............................................................................................50
Paughco (US) Tri-Bar Rocket light ................................................................................................38
Pingel Enterprise (US) Victory shifter kits ......................................................................................29
Renegade Wheels (US) Derby covers ............................................................................................38
Rivera Primo (US) Primo HD Xtreme video camera........................................................................44
Roaring Toyz (US) Pin Stripe Series ignition switch cover ..............................................................31
Robert W Baird & Co (US) Dealer Survey ..................................................................................1,11
Roland Sands Design (US) Misano front fork accessories ..............................................................45
S&S Cycle (US) Hot Set Up kits and crankcases ............................................................................31
S&S Cycle (US) 55th Anniversary carb used in Land Speed Records ................................................8
Spectro Oils of America (US) Platinum Heavy Duty STL ................................................................48
Speed-Way Shelters (US) Motorsport shelters ..............................................................................42
Sudco International (US) Keihin FCR performance carb kits ..........................................................35
SuperTrapp Industries (US) Jaybrake Duel Series calipers ..............................................................44
Symtec Inc (US) Heat Demon offers five-year warranty....................................................................8
Twin Power Products (US) See Biker’s Choice ..............................................................................42
VG Motorcycle Products (NL) Frame options ................................................................................50
W&W Cycles (DE) Latest parts ....................................................................................................40
Wizards Products/RJ Star Inc (US) Mystic Clay surface restorer......................................................29
Xcaliber Trikes (NL) See VG Motorcycle Products ..........................................................................50
Zen Motorcycles (FR) 2013 Street Performance class winner ‘XR 1200 Turbo’ ..........................55-56
Zipper’s Performance Products (US) Axtell oil bypass valve............................................................50
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MARVEL Studio’s Steve Rogers,a.k.a. Captain America, will ridea Harley-Davidson Softail in thenew movie ‘Captain America:The Winter Soldier’. In the upcoming film, SteveRogers’ character will be ridingHarley-Davidson’s newestSoftail, the Breakout, which waslaunched globally in March.“Captain America and Harley-Davidson have had a long andglorious association dating backto the introduction of thecharacter in 1939,” said DinoBernacchi, H-D MarketingCommunication Director. “He’s
ridden different Harleysthroughout the history of thecharacter.“Captain America makes theperfect marketing partner forHarley-Davidson as he trulyembodies the iconic, heroic, andAmerican aspects of our brand,”said Bernacchi. “Both CaptainAmerica and our motorcyclesare great symbols of freedom.”
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KRAZY Horse, the Suffolk, UK-basedcustom shop and regular WorldChampionship competitor, iscollaborating with Ace Cafe London’sStonebridge Motor Company, to build11 hand-made cafe racer bikes tocelebrate 110 years of Harley-Davidson (one for each decade) and75 years of Ace Cafe London.
Krazy Horse has developed theLimited Edition Ace 1200 CR StreetSpecial in close association with AceCafe London’s Stonebridge MotorCompany (StoMoCo). The bike isbased around a 1,200cc V-twin enginefrom H-D, which is mounted in aNorton ‘featherbed’ style wide-lineframe built especially for the project.Fully detailed with high gloss blackpowder coated cylinder heads, primarycover, cut down timing case and anAce Cafe Racer points cover, theengine breathes through an S&S Cycle
Super E carburetor, and exits gases viaa polished stainless-steel, handmadeexhaust system.
A six-plate clutch ensures power istransferred to the five-speed gearbox;and stainless steel wheel spokes,polished aluminum hubs and specialisttires guarantee the bike’s handling.
Commenting on the creation of thelimited edition machine, Krazy Horseowner and MD Paul Beamish said:“This is the ultimate tribute to Harley– the art of custom at its ultimate best.The new Ace 1200CR Street Specialwill be for petrol-heads everywherewho want to own something that iscontemporary with a seriously vintagetheme. But there will only be a verylimited number made – so people willhave to be quick to get one.
“The bike is light, nimble and fastmaking it a true cafe racer. People whoride these bikes will know the true
feeling of freedom, power, torque andsheer excitement. It will combineclassic styling with unfetteredengineering excellence.”
“This new bike will most definitelybe a collector’s item, but it will be atits very best when it’s on the road,doing what It does best,“ says MarkWilsmore, MD of Ace Cafe London.“Built in England and powered byAmerica, its timeless lines and rawpower combines with effortlesshandl ing and exhi larat ingperformance.
“Combining the very best of the USand Britain, we are delighted to beable to bring you a ton-up legend,celebrating Harley-Davidson and AceCafe London, bringing you a beautifulnew ride – the Ace Cafe Racer.”
This bike is the fourth to come fromthe Ace Cafe, London, StonebridgeMotor Company stable. Previous
models include the Cafe Racer Classic(Little Miss Dynamite), the Ace 904SThruxton Special and the Ace 675CRStreet Triple Special.
KRAZY HORSE CUSTOMSBury St Edmunds, Suffolk, UKTel: +44 (0)1284 749 [email protected]
Krazy Horse create Ace1200 CR Street Special
San Diego Comic-Con reveals ‘Breakout’for ‘Captain America: The Winter Soldier’