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15Jul/100

Patches for That Custom Motorcycle Look

When it comes to motorcycles and motorcyclists, patches and emblems are one way to both set yourself apart and define yourself as part of a group. Many motorcycle clubs, both formal and informal, use patches and emblems to identify themselves. You can use these patches to locate other chapters of your motorcycle club, express your interests and proclaim your allegiances and lifestyle decisions. Motorcycle patches are most popularly placed on jackets and they are great way to locate other people who are "in the know."


Many motorcycle clubs have unique patches and emblems that are used exclusively by their members. These patches are often custom-made and commissioned from embroidery shops. Then they are distributed among the members. Some clubs use ceremony or hazing techniques while other clubs are a great deal more casual. While some clubs have uniforms, for other clubs, the motorcycle patches are the only way to denote membership.

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13Jul/100

Can I Get Custom-made Motorcycle Frames Anywhere?

Motorcycle aficionados will need Motorcycle Frames at some point, especially if they want their personal motorcycles assembled from scratch for them. But did you know that you can actually get Custom-Made Motorcycle Frames online now?

To have Motorcycle Frames Custom-Made for you, you may need to clarify to the company doing that for you just what you need the Motorcycle Frames for. Like, do you intend to have the Motorcycle Frames installed on motorcycles used in major competitions or are they purely for recreational use? This is quite important for the company to know because Motorcycle Frames for competition use should be made to different standards compared to Motorcycle Frames to be employed for leisure and recreation only. If you take a recreational bike and then start putting it under the rigors of competitive motorcycle racing, don’t be surprised if it doesn’t perform to your expectations (and if it literally breaks down under that kind of use.) You’ll be lucky if you don’t suffer any broken bones as a result of misusing the bike for what it was not designed to do.

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30May/100

Top 3 Things to Consider When Buying a Custom Luggage Motorcycle Rack

When most people think about a motorcycle trip on the open road, one thing comes to mind; simplicity. People envision motorcycle riders roughing it with just the clothes on their back. In reality though, even the most die-hard motorcycle rider likes to have at least a few of the essentials with them, and many more like to take a little bit extra.


This is where a custom luggage motorcycle rack comes into play. Most modern motorcycles can easily be outfitted with basic saddlebags to carry a few items. Motorcycle luggage racks however give the rider the ability to be able to pack a little bit more. Even older model motorcycles can be outfitted with custom luggage motorcycle racks for them to pack their belongings in. When you decide to outfit your motorcycle with a custom luggage motorcycle rack, there are three important things you should take into consideration.


3. The Material it is Made From

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19Apr/100

Pair of Custom Slotted Stem Motorcycle Mirrors

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Product Description
You are looking at a brand new pair of motorcycle mirrors (left and right) that are extremely slick for the money. These mirrors are for Japanese bikes with the 10mm right hand thread.

They have a chromed aluminum slotted stem and the mirror is chromed plastic. The shaft of these mirrors measures about 6.5" and the mirror itself is 5.25" wide and 3.5" tall. The threaded portion of the stem is 3/4" long. The mirrors also have two screws on the back that allow you to... More >>
Pair of Custom Slotted Stem Motorcycle Mirrors

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17Mar/100

Motorcycle 6 x Skull Chrome Bolts – Custom Billet Chrome Motorcycle used for License Plate bolts, Windshield bolts and any 5mm thread, fits HONDA YAMAHA KAWASAKI SUZUKI HARLEY DAVIDSON CRUISERS METRIC BIKES MOTORCYCLE

51egmaoG83L. SL160  Motorcycle 6 x Skull Chrome Bolts   Custom Billet Chrome Motorcycle used for License Plate bolts, Windshield bolts and any 5mm thread, fits HONDA YAMAHA KAWASAKI SUZUKI HARLEY DAVIDSON CRUISERS METRIC BIKES MOTORCYCLE
Product Description
CAN BE USED FOR: Windshield Bolts License Plate Bolts Any 5mm bolt can be replaced with this skull bolt ! There are 2 x washers included to hold the bolt in place for custom applications Specifications: Enhance the look with skull bolts that replace any 5mm bolt on your bike Direct bolt on; Easy installation, no modification required Condition: Brand New Quantity: 6 Color: Chrome Thread: 5mm Fitment: Cruisers, Harleys, Choppers Honda (All... More >>
Motorcycle 6 x Skull Chrome Bolts - Custom Billet Chrome Motorcycle used for License Plate bolts, Windshield bolts and any 5mm thread, fits HONDA YAMAHA KAWASAKI SUZUKI HARLEY DAVIDSON CRUISERS METRIC BIKES MOTORCYCLE

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31Oct/090

What about Customized Motorcycles?

Motorcycles are very popular, with thousands of them on the road. You will find them in a variety of makes and models for your enjoyment. Finding exactly the style you want that fits your body can prove to be difficult, especially if you are extremely short or very tall. Having a customized motorcycle made to your specifications is a great alternative, but it is also more expensive.


One of the most well known custom motorcycle makers is Jesse James, owner of West Coast Choppers. Jesse James has been passionate about motorcycles since he was seven years old. He has customized motorcycles for many celebrities including Shaquille O'Neal, Kid Rock, and Kyle Petty. The bikes range in price from $50,000 to $150,000.


While this is going to be much too expensive for the average individual, you can still get a great customized motorcycle from some other sources. There are many things you need to consider to get started. First, what is it that you need from a motorcycle that you can't get from a standard one at any retailer? If it is simply the colour, you will save a great deal of money by purchasing it from the retailer and having it repainted. In some cases, you may be able to contact the manufacturer and have the bike painted your ideal colour at the factory.

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4Oct/090

The Top 3 Motorcycle Rallies

Motorcycle Rallies have long since been tradition in biker circles. Some motorcycle rallies last for a week or longer, some are just for the weekend. Some bikers look forward to motorcycle rallies all year long. So which motorcycle rallies are the best?


3. Laconia Motorcycle Week or Laconia Bike Week


This motorcycle rally is held in Laconia, New Hampshire. It is the largest New England motorcycle rally and is held at Weirs Beach on Lake Winnipesaukee. One of the highlights of this motorcycle rally is the many races. Some include the Half Mile Pro Race, the Vintage Motorcycle Grand Prix, and the Hill Climb at Gunstock. In addition to races, this motorcycle rally has its fair share of motorcycle shows. Some of these include the Custom Bike Show, the Laconia Bike Show, and the Ride-In Bike Show. Because this is one of the major motorcycle rallies some major motorcycle builders are usually in attendance, in addition to major motorcycle manufacturers offering demonstration rides on their motorcycles. Laconia Motorcycle Week also offers live music, raffles, poker runs, motorcycle contests and give aways, stunt shows, and parades, along with much more.


2. Daytona Beach Bike Week

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26Sep/090

Harley Davidson 883 – A Motorcycle Icon

For more than 50 years now Harley Davidson have been producing a motorcycle known as the Sportster. But it was not until 1986 that they first produced the one we now know as the Harley 883 and which for those of us who dream of owning one of these iconic motorcycles is well within their grasp as they are the least expensive of all the models that Harley Davidson now produce.

As well as the 4 types of 883 Harley Davidson Sportster motorcycles available, there are also 3 types which have a 1200 engine in them and then there is the XL50. This bike came into production this year and was designed to celebrate the 50 years of Harley Davidson producing the Sportster.

Of all the motorcycles that Harley Davidson now produce the 4 models that come into the 883 Harley Sportster category are some of the most well recognized of all their bikes in the world today. Below we take a look at what each model is.

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