Harley Davidson -unmatched star in motorcycles
History The beginning In 1901, William S. Harley, age 21, drew up plans for a small engine with a displacement of 7.07 cubic inches (116 cc) ... began on a new and improved second-generation machine. This first “real” Harley-Davidson motorcycle ... . The machine’s advanced loop-frame pattern was similar to the 1903 Milwaukee Merkel motorcycle [more...]
Date: 2008-10-12 12:00:43
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THINGS TO DO IN ALBANY part 2
Albany is undoubtedly the best place in the world.Avid readers of The Nerve may find this statement alarming, coming as it does from the Art Director, ... on a motorcycle in an irrepressibly positive frame of mind, to gleefully join the mindless hordes of long ... September sun. Let’s have a day off.On the back of the motorcycle is Miss Polly, the [more...]
Date: 2008-09-29 00:04:00
Pink Paint Lock With a flick of my boot, the kickstand retracted with a clink against the bike’s frame and I began rolling the motorcycle ... and operator of the garage space. “Are you all set to defend your title?” She was one of the people ... motorcycle show and figured I might be gunning for another win this year. “I’m not sure I’m even going [more...]
Date: 2008-08-22 15:34:40
Suncheaters for you
The sunglasses which limits direct sunrays from reaching the earth were once called suncheaters ... . Now these glasses are available in a variety of designs and has become a fashion tool. Choose to buy a pair ... . Also available at OpticsPlanet.com are rx glasses & frames; military, ski, motorcycle goggles &amp [more...]
Date: 2008-11-28 04:10:19
Dynamically Adjustable Motorcycle Chassis
Dynamically Adjustable Motorcycle Chassis Sunday, November 30 2008 @ 08:51 PM ICT Contributed by: news Motorcycle Parts ... . But while engine systems have become more high-tech with traction control, pneumatic valves ... motorcycle's final frame design is a compromise between stability and maneuverability. Rake and trail are only [more...]
Date: 2008-11-30 13:51:23
Street Legal Bumper Cars
Retro Thing reader Jack Szwergold recently sent us a link to a flickr set of what seem to be street legal bumper cars ... built around vintage bumper car bodies, although with a custom frame, leather interior and motorcycle ... , Germany, and Austria. They're powered by Yamaha and Kawasaki engines; the original Harleys shook the cars [more...]
Date: 2008-06-11 20:23:38
Jaguar "leaper" motorcycle finally finished
Filed under: Etc., Jaguar, Motorcycles Click above for more pics of the Jaguar "Leaper" bike Back in August we brought you some build pics of a Jaguar-themed motorcycle with a body ... to notice how well Jaguar's leaping cat fit the frame of a motorcycle, and so enlisted the help of Polar [more...]
Date: 2008-10-13 21:05:12
An American Classic…Restoration Project
A while back I pulled the trigger and bought an old ten speed to ride to work ... and actually even started putting paint stripper on it. Way too much work, without the professional ... s all gold motorcycle. The also specialize in bicycle frames and I could see why after I got the finished [more...]
Date: 2008-09-18 00:49:22
Airbrushed Skull Art
Today's Skeletal Spotlight shines on: A Wicked Airbrushed Skull (Click images to enlarge) "Hurry up and paint me, my face is aching holding this pose!" image source Airbrush artists don't ... with the shrink-wrapped, cardboard-mounted pictures in plastic frames. You'll mostly see them at motorcycle [more...]
Date: 2008-07-22 16:41:12
Harley Davidson 883 - A Motorcycle Icon
by A R Thompson Since 1957 Harley Davidson have been produced a motorcycle titled the Sporster, ... and $8,390 for one of these. 3. Sportster 883 XL Custom - Yet another great looking motorcycle which ... these bikes stability, this motorcycle company has made improvements to the frame. Now all the engines [more...]
Date: 2008-10-09 09:35:28
Slow News Day
Trek Re-Elected To Unprecedented Third Term While you were sleeping off a three-hologram CNN hangover, ... already seen all the new stuff, and so the only thing to really do is check out the motorcycle exhibitors ... dozen Fuji SL-1 frames (curiously almost all 50 and 53cm) and various odds and ends, including a fire [more...]
Date: 2008-11-06 18:49:30
Motor Scooters Are Safe
Motor scooters, both electric scooters and gas scooters, are a style of motorcycle that have a step through frame and have become a very popular method ... -efficiency, weight, and typically larger storage room than a motorcycle, they are ideal in this situation [more...]
Date: 2008-11-24 05:52:03
Biker Hiway
I am very happy to write a review about the motorcycles ... . Some of the products of Biker Hiway are deals and categories, battery gauges, books and dvds, brake lights and tail lights, deer avoidance, driving lights, LED license plate frames, motorcycle [more...]
Date: 2008-09-17 21:07:30
Branded Big Cat Bikes - The Panther Motorcycle (GALLERY)
(TrendHunter.com) Artist, cat lover and custom chopper designer Byron Hemmes has made an awesome black panther bike. Yep, he put a giant fiberglass puma on top of a motorcycle frame, painted it black and wants just $567,000… [more...]
Date: 2008-10-03 22:35:38
what I did!
December 1, 2008 This was a long weekend! I did these things: Ate some foods ... and wheels, and I will have a bare motorcycle frame. Crazy! I did some other stuff too. fin. Entry [more...]
Date: 2008-12-01 18:53:14
What Is A Motorcycle
What Is A Motorcycle Have you asked yourself, “what is a motorcycle ?” Well read on for the answers. The Cambridge dictionary defines motorcycle as a vehicle with two wheels and a engine. Many ... and second world. wars produced a new version of the motorcycle with a side car attached at the frame [more...]
Date: 2008-10-07 05:14:03
DUCATI stellt neue Chronographen vor
Precision, performance and reliability. DUCATI has always sought nothing less than perfection: ... characteristics reflecting engine and fairing details: from the spheres inspired by the unique Trellis frame ... in all Ducati models that all true motorcycle enthusiasts are well aware of. Tags: DMH, LifeStyleDMH [more...]
Date: 2008-11-10 14:17:19
Tucson Superleggera BT550
Superleggera bicilindrica 550 su base Aprilia The 550cc engine of the Aprilia SXV and RXV is a real technical gem - light and powerful ... version of this bike, which could be the lightest motorcycle ever at only 100kg, using a trellis frame and carbon wheels. It includes 70hp of power and an evolved Paioli suspension system. The aim [more...]
Date: 2008-08-30 08:00:53
Top Internet Stories 19-Sep-2008
Top Internet Stories 19-Sep-2008 Posted 19:07:11 Filed under Web Author: Mike Werner | Location: Normandy, France Comments: ... of 9 motorcycle, all different types and styles. Dainese W-Frame racing suit learns lessons from space ... Here's what you may have missed on motorcycle related stories on the internet over [more...]
Date: 2008-09-19 17:07:11
BINDER/KRAKOWIZER VELOCETTE MKVIIIs
I had the pleasure of acquainting myself with two Velocette mkVIII KTTs at Hockenheim, and riding one around the track at speed; ... , although they may not have left the factory as a whole motorcycle! This mkVIII was the property of well ... and frames, all of which sat in stores at the factory at various times. Immediately prior to WW2 [more...]
Date: 2008-10-15 14:50:11
Electric motorcycle will get you there to build another one
electricbikediy.jpg Here's yet another cool electric motorcycle mod ... components of the original bike were the tires, frame, and suspension. The bike was retrofitted with a 72 ... for all the details on this impressive build. Electric Motorcycle Conversion via InHabitat Read [more...]
Date: 2008-10-16 12:05:48
Tomorrow's Transportation Today: The Uno by Ben Gulak
It has zero emissions, a simple on off switch, one wheel (okay, two wheels but they are really close together) and killer looks ... shop outside Toronto. He modified the frame from a Yamaha R1, which is wider than most motorcycles [more...]
Date: 2008-08-15 08:45:00
AKC Collie puppies for sale
182. AKC Collie puppies for sale 171. Sirius Satellite Radio set-up 170. WANTED 167. 3rd-4th grade girls and boys bball tournament 166 ... Trail has a new schedule!!! 142. Little Tykes toys 141. Motorcycle ride 140. Patio Table/ Full ... 122. Mattress Set and Frame For Sale 121. Home for Sale 120. house for sale / rent 113 [more...]
Date: 2008-11-19 19:45:57
Budget Wedding Favors
Giving away Economic Wedding is something that you really want to consider for your own reception as favors are a bride and groom’s way of telling ... children appreciate photo frames for their own desk or night stand. These items are practical ... motorcycles or cars, a small toy motorcycle or car [more...]
Date: 2008-10-01 18:06:15
2009 Yamaha V-Max: Specs, first official pics and video
With its 200bhp V4, the 2009 V-Max should be quite all right.. ... , unique styling and Euro III compliance. The result is a 310-kilo motorcycle fitted with a 1,697cc V4 ... assembly, while the rear frame is made from a range of Yamaha’s exclusive CF die-cast parts [more...]
Date: 2008-11-14 18:01:53
Obama’s Tax Plan and Small Businesses
At tonight’s Town Hall Presidential debate, I think Barack Obama said this about his tax policies [ ... Concrete, framing, and other housing contractors — $14M Car dealers — $23-29M RV, motorcycle, & boat ... , beverages, apparel, print, oil/gas, plastics, plumbing, machinery, computers, electronics, electrical [more...]
Date: 2008-10-08 05:24:50
Take On Me, The Sequel
Once upon a time, an 80s girl was reading a subversive comic book in a diner while listening to that one A-ha song everyone likes. But lo! Out of one of the comic’s frames pops a sketchy hand – the hand of Patrick Swayze-inspired 80s Motorcycle Guy. 80s Comic Book Man brings 80s Girl into the comic book, which seems like fun to 80s [more...]
Date: 2008-10-09 12:33:08
HARLEY-DAVIDSON INTRODUCES TRI GLIDE ULTRA CLASSIC
Designed from the Frame Up for Reliable, Comfortable Three-Wheel Touring MILWAUKEE (July 22, 2008) ... motorcycle segment with the introduction of the 2009 Tri Glide Ultra Classic motorcycle. Based on a new ... by 1.775 inches compared to the regular Touring motorcycle, and rake is increased from 29.25 degrees [more...]
Date: 2008-10-17 14:56:55
Bimota DB7 Oronero a symphony in carbon fiber
It's now pretty common to find a motorcycle with a carbon fiber fairing, or even a fuel tank, but Bimota went one step further, ... : both its frame and swingarm are made from carbon. This is the first time a production motorcycle ... availability when the Oronero goes on sale next year. Bimota [more...]
Date: 2008-12-03 04:56:03
Volkswagon 235MPG Car available in 2010!
This VW can do 235MPG! ... my motorcycle. The 1L is a lightweight two person vehicle made out of a magnesium frame covered ... . Aluminum brakes, carbon fiber wheels, titanium hubs, and ceramic bearings all contribute [more...]
Date: 2008-05-27 17:16:10
Ducati Streetfighter
Ducati Streetfighter No, the Ducati Streetfighter isn’t an old arcade game—it’s a motorcycle that will melt your face off ... with big-bore torque and Trellis frame and powerful continue reading… $15000 Check It Out MORE Rides [more...]
Date: 2008-11-21 15:43:25
Will the MacBook Air Get a Carbon Fiber Bottom?
According to a rumor making the rounds last week, Apple is said to be exploring potential for using more exotic materials in the next revision ... instrument, consumer products, motor racing and motorcycle industries, where it’s been incorporated in everything from aircraft parts and laptop computers to bicycle frames and drum shells. (more…) [more...]
Date: 2008-11-18 01:00:41
Will the MacBook Air Get a Carbon Fiber Bottom?
According to a rumor making the rounds last week, Apple is said to be exploring potential for using more exotic materials in the next revision ... instrument, consumer products, motor racing and motorcycle industries, where it’s been incorporated in everything from aircraft parts and laptop computers to bicycle frames and drum shells. (more…) [more...]
Date: 2008-11-18 01:00:27
S&S Manufacturing Services and CARB
There is excitement at S&S which revolves around the launch of a new division, S&S Manufacturing Services ... parts such as engine components, chair frames and wall mounts for flat screen televisions. This new ... of testing facilities capable of performing motorcycle exhaust and evaporative emission testing [more...]
Date: 2008-11-07 19:43:04
Ideas for Budget Wedding Favors
Giving away Budget Wedding is something that you really want to consider for your own reception as favors are a bride and groom’s way of telling the ... appreciate photo frames for their own desk or night stand. These items are practical but can still ... or cars, a small toy motorcycle or car can be used [more...]
Date: 2008-11-22 02:19:17
Ultimate Vintage Motorbike
I am fond of the beach cruiser look and of white wall tires. So, logically, at 1st glance I fell in love with this vintage motorbike by Ridley Motorcycles. It’s a small engine powered (49 or 70 cc) bicycle featuring the old-time look in a 1-piece tank frame [more...]
Date: 2008-10-29 13:11:51
Tucson Realtor Extends Support to Home Buyers
Read More... | 3224 bytes more | Score: 0) Page 1 of 122 (1218 total stories) ... · Things to Noted While Buying an Used Motorcycle · Brits Admit they are Going Green to Save Money ... Destination · UHF GEN 2 RFID One Time Seal Tamper Proof Tag · Barn Wood Picture Frames, a Natural Choice [more...]
Date: 2008-11-22 02:05:12
Locked Out!
You might have read my to-do list from last Saturday. Well, since I had written it down, I was much more motivated to actually do it. I got up from the computer, put a load of laundry in and then went to look at my picture frames. I found one that I wanted to use but I didn't like the color of the wood. I decided to take [more...]
Date: 2008-11-13 15:53:00
bmwor.org.nz
Text that search engines would see: HomeAbout UsNewslettersRegaliaForumContact Us Become a Member Membership or Event Payments The BMW Owners Register Inc. of NZ is a national motorcycle club catering for anyone who has an interest in BMW ... organises and supports many motorcycle events. Monthly meetings are usually held on 2nd Monday of month [more...]
Date: 2008-11-28 06:03:22
Because I can!
The Ultimate 8~ because sometimes I want to post about me! :)8 TV shows I watch:1. The Office 2. Dancing with the Stars 3. Gilmore Girls 4 ... 2. Some snow boots 3. A motorcycle 4. Another baby sometime in the next year 5. A date with Jesse 6. New slippers 7. A trip to Fiji 8. Picture frames for all the pictures I keep saying I'm going to put [more...]
Date: 2008-11-18 01:50:00
All About Motorcycle Classifications
There are many types of motorcycles, with each class having distinct differences. Here are the basics of the different types of motorcycle classes ... to be the most widely customized motorcycles and as such are sometimes referred to as “custom motorcycles”. These custom cruisers, also called “choppers”, which comes from a reference to the frame [more...]
Date: 2008-12-01 05:05:36
New Research Field Promises Radical Advances In Optical Technologies
A new research field called transformation optics may usher in a host of radical advances including a cloak of invisibility and ultra-powerful microscopes and computers by harnessing nanotechnology and “metamaterials.” The field, which applies mathematical principles similar to those in Einstein’s theory of general relativity, [more...]
Date: 2008-10-20 15:30:43
RIP GAMES COLLECTION PART V
Dynasty Warriors 6 RIP Set in Ancient China during the 3rd century, Dynasty Warriors 6 immerses gamers in a truly cinematic kung-fu action experience. Celebrated characters have been completely re-imagined with new weapons and fighting techniquesmotion-captured from some of today's leading stuntmen and women in Asia [more...]
Date: 2008-11-23 05:39:00
Ariel Chopper on eBay
Normally when I think of a custom chopper, I envision something like Wyatt’s Captain America bike or even retro re-creations like the Harley ... built around the engine and transmission from a 1952 Ariel Square 4 motorcycle. ariel52woodcar4 ... accomplished, I’d say! This 'Woody' is powered by a 1952 Ariel Square 4 motorcycle engine [more...]
Date: 2008-11-25 02:31:51
Halloween Week - Movies: Demons and Possesions
Welcome to Day 3 of our Halloween Week, in which we discuss Demons, Possessions, Exorcisms, etc! Some of my very favorite movies of all time (not just of horror films) are from this subgenre. Being a predominantly Judeo-Christian society, many horror films seize on the fear of lurking evil in the form of demons, demonic possessions, [more...]
Date: 2008-10-28 07:01:00
Nuits rouges
Franju UnrepentantThe beauty of Franju: the centrality of his frames, the nothing-else-going-on around the focal, that is, the "something-else-.. ... as its bridge the plot-mechanistic — the motorcycle-men who are not only out of Cocteau's Orphée ... The Baroness... — blood: red tube oil paint — above all, the remarkable pleasure of making cinema [more...]
Date: 2008-09-15 19:07:00
Food for Thought!
Have you seen this list? It's making the blog rounds. I thought I'd play along. You 'bold' whatever you have done so far on the list. If you play along too I'd love to see your answers so let me know! 1. Started your own blog 2. Slept under the stars 3. Played in a band ....at school 4. Visited Hawaii 5. Watched a meteor shower 6 [more...]
Date: 2008-11-14 21:50:03
Soft Reading Lenses
I've been using the previously-untried soft reading lenses for at least 10 years -- so long, I forgot how cool they are ... 20/20s on my sunglasses. I also used the same pair of sunglasses for driving, skiing and general daily ... ). But once that's accomplished, voila! $300 bifocal sunglasses for just 20 bucks. Once they're stuck [more...]
Date: 2008-05-28 16:52:43
Interbike - 2008
INDOOR SHOW Pastajet's Interbike 2008 Top 5 Highlights Interbike was a fun experience again, but it was very tiring. Long days followed by long nights writing up ride impressions and daily coverage of the show is exhausting. I rode as many bikes as I could at the Outdoor Demo, but there is only so much time in the day, [more...]
Date: 2008-11-23 06:54:11
HERE. Step 2: I then added to the yeast mixture the sugar, salt, butter, eggs, and 5 cups of the flour. I stirred this until it was mixed well. Step 3: Next, I stirred in the remaining flour, one cup at a time, until the dough was soft and pulled away from the bowl. I dumped it out onto my floured counter and kneaded it for ten miinutes [more...]
Date: 2008-11-16 20:06:28
