Archive for April, 2009
S&S Cycle acquires majority of Crane Cams assets
Posted on 25. Apr, 2009 by admin.
Filed under: Aftermarket , Hirings/Firings/Layoffs , Motorcycles S&S Cycle, a well-known manufacturer of American-made V-twin engines often used to power Harley-based custom motorcycles, has reportedly acquired a large portion of assets from the now-defunct Crane Cams organization . S&S says it plans to maintain the Crane Cams dealer and distribution chain intact while it moves the manufacturing services to its home factoryin Viola, Wisconsin.
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VIDEO: Bajaj motorcycles ad ape Transformers, proves idea is still sound even without Megan Fox
Posted on 24. Apr, 2009 by admin.
Filed under: Marketing/Advertising , Videos , Motorcycles , India Click above to watch the video Bajaj, India’s largest manufacturer of two-wheeled vehicles and holder of a 14.5% stake in X-Bow maker KTM, is known not only for innovations like adding fuel injection to small-bore motorcycles and introducing dual spark technology, but also for producing excellent advertisements and commercials for television.
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Harley-Davidson FXDB Dyna Street Bob
Posted on 24. Apr, 2009 by admin.
Posted on 04.24.2009 15:04 by Maxx Biker Filed under: Harley-Davidson | cruisers | Harley-Davidson Dyna Harley-Davidson always knew how and when to line up to the needs of each specific rider crowd and when it comes to all the rebels out there, the Dyna Street Bob is among the favorite choices.
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Harley-Davidson Dyna Street Bob
Posted on 24. Apr, 2009 by admin.
Posted on 04.24.2009 15:04 by Maxx Biker Filed under: Harley-Davidson | cruisers | Harley-Davidson Dyna Harley-Davidson always knew how and when to line up to the needs of each specific rider crowd and when it comes to all the rebels out there, the Dyna Street Bob is among the favorite choices. Standing as a reminder of the post-war Bobber design and being powered by a V-twin engine that is as modern as they get, the 2009 model year is history brought back in our complete attention. Introduction But while the style remains true to the early days, this Harley now benefits of the 96 (…) Permalink
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REPORT: Dirt bikes for kids legal once again… for the moment
Posted on 24. Apr, 2009 by admin.
Filed under: Government/Legal , Safety , Motorcycles Earlier this year, a law was passed that made it illegal to sell small motorcycles and ATVs in America that were intended primarily for children under the age of 12.
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KTM 690 Enduro R
Posted on 24. Apr, 2009 by admin.
Posted on 04.24.2009 11:00 by Maxx Biker Filed under: KTM | KTM Enduro | enduro KTM's latest 690 Enduro R model is also one that completes the Austrian motorcycle manufacturer's “R” series and which apart from being based on the LC4 engine that makes people dream about this sport enduro motorcycle, it also gets the distinctive styling complete with the orange painted frame and everything. Introduction Based on the previous model year 690 Enduro, the “R” model aims at satisfying rider demands by offering a sportier character and by implementing new technologies that (…) Permalink
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Paul Teutul Sr. from Orange County Choppers launches Ducati dealership
Posted on 24. Apr, 2009 by admin.
Filed under: Motorcycles , Celebrities American Chopper fans were surely shocked as the latest season kicked off with the apparent firing of Paul Teutel Jr., but that’s not the only surprise in store for the long-running reality television series this year.
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Engadget throws a leg over the Zero S electric motorcycle
Posted on 23. Apr, 2009 by admin.
Filed under: Green , Motorcycles Zero S electric motorcycle - Click above for a high-res gallery Our friends over at Engadget managed to snag some seat time on the new Zero S electric motorcycle , and their initial impressions are rather favorable. While it’s 60-mile range and 60 mph top speed will surely serve to limit its usefulness to a large segment of riders, those that can live with the limitations will be rewarded with a nearly silent, zero-emissions machine that’s capable of scooting to its maximum speed in around five seconds. Another point that shouldn’t go unmentioned is the bike’s extreme light weight.
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Harley-Davidson FXD Dyna Super Glide/Custom
Posted on 23. Apr, 2009 by admin.
Posted on 04.23.2009 13:07 by Maxx Biker Filed under: Harley-Davidson | custom | cruisers | Harley-Davidson Dyna Two of the most skillfully crafted models in the Dyna family, the Super Glide and Super Glide Custom carry on being produced as 2009 model years with little but significant changes and actually manage to look like being in a class of their own as they are long, refined and pretty much reduced to the very essence of riding a Harley-Davidson motorcycle in style. The bikes will indeed go for the long haul, but there are no fancy on board systems such as a GPS, radar detector or anything like (…) Permalink
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Harley-Davidson Dyna Super Glide/Custom
Posted on 23. Apr, 2009 by admin.
Posted on 04.23.2009 13:07 by Maxx Biker Filed under: Harley-Davidson | custom | cruisers | Harley-Davidson Dyna Two of the most skillfully crafted models in the Dyna family, the Super Glide and Super Glide Custom carry on being produced as 2009 model years with little but significant changes and actually manage to look like being in a class of their own as they are long, refined and pretty much reduced to the very essence of riding a Harley-Davidson motorcycle in style.