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Indian Motorcycle

March 7, 2017, 5:14 am
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Indian’s $50k race bike

Indian Motorcycle has announced that its flat track race bike, the Scout FTR750, is now available for purchase – at $50,000 ($66.66 per cubic centimetre; £109.25 per cubic inch/45.77”!). This is the same bike currently being run by Indian’s new “Wrecking Crew” in the American Flat Track series.


Three-time Grand National Champion Jared Mees, of modern day “wrecking crew” fame, seen here with National Cycle’s “windscreen crew” at the recent Biker’s Choice/MAG Dealer Expo in Texas

A purpose-built, high-performance 750cc V-twin engine powers the Scout FTR750. It features a unique, ultra-light steel frame, large centrally located airbox and sleek lightweight carbon fiber body.  Indian’s design and engineering teams approached the bike as the ultimate combination of advanced performance technology and design elements from Indian’s legendary racing models of the past.
“Since its debut, feedback on the Scout FTR750 has been overwhelmingly positive, with unbelievable interest and demand for the bike,” said Gary Gray, Product Director for Indian Motorcycle. “The bike’s availability to all race teams will help further establish Indian Motorcycle’s presence in American flat track racing.”
The Scout FTR750 made its official debut during the 2016 season finale, when AMA flat track racing legend Joe Kopp raced it at the Santa Rosa Mile. For 2017, Indian Motorcycle Racing, backed by Allstate, comprises three of the most successful and decorated flat track riders in the sport, including 2016 Grand National Champion Bryan Smith, 2013 Grand National Champion Brad Baker, and three-time Grand National Champion Jared Mees. All three will be running the Scout FTR750 this season.
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Harley-Davidson

March 7, 2017, 5:16 am
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“Beach Bobber” wins UK and Ireland “Battle of the Kings” contest

Former Modified World Champion Shaw Harley-Davidson, based in East Sussex, UK, have won the UK and Ireland round of Harley’s 2017 “Battle of the Kings” competition with “Beach Bobber”. UK dealers were invited to produce budget capped Sportster customs based on either the Iron 883, Roadster, or in the case of Shaw’s “Beach Bobber”, an XL 48.

Beach Bobber

Produced in their ’Speed and Custom’ division by Head Custom Technician Neil Sefton and Service Manager Simon Pocock, judging of the UK BOTK was at the Carole Nash MCN London Motorcycle Show (17-19 February).; aftermarket parts include a custom fuel tank, Free Spirits top yoke, RSD handlebars and risers, Lowbrow Customs rear fender, Vintage crown fuel cap, Shaw Speed & Custom one-off exhaust, Motogadget vintage speedo, paintwork by Image Design Custom, soft texture wheel paint.

Cookie Cutter

Second place went to Guildford Harley-Davidson with “Cookie Cutter”, by Michael Noble, also based on an XL 48, with third place going to the legendary Warr’s Harley-Davidson, on the King’s Road in London’s Chelsea, with “Super Hooligan”, a street-going flat tracker interpretation of the Harley Roadster by Warr’s Charlie Stockwell, one of the UK’s leading customizers.

Super Hooligan

The 2017 UK BOTK winner “Beach Bobber” will now go forward to represent UK and Ireland against fellow finalists from across Europe at the BOTK grand finale to be held at Milan’s EICMA motorcycle exhibition in November 2017 to decide the overall “Battle of the Kings” 2017 champion.
If you are seeing more of the kind of stylish work being produced by authorized Harley-Davidson dealers in the UK currently, many more of the bikes that entered the contest can be seen here …
customkings.harley-davidson.com
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Drag Specialties

March 7, 2017, 5:16 am
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On the road with Drag Specialties

Drag Specialties has reimagined how it connects with its dealers on a regional basis for 2017 with the first exclusive Dealer Training Tour, which will take the company’s renowned product training to its dealers in a series of evening events that combine hospitality with industry expertise.


The tour kicks off at Tampa, Florida, on Tuesday March 28, then, after moving on to Jacksonville, Florida, on Thursday March 30th will sweep north, west, south and back east again in a 17-state, 24-stop itinerary (with more dates and venues to be announced) that will reach a crescendo in Texas in early October (Dallas and Houston).
The Drag truck will feature no less than 10 late model customs featuring product from participating vendors such as Bassani Xhaust, lighting specialist Custom Dynamics, Hogtunes, Memphis Shades, Klock Werks, Khrome Werks, S&S Cycle, Saddlemen, Revolution Performance, LA Choppers and more.
Dealers at each stop will be able to take advantage of the same kind of vendor presentation program that has been a hallmark of Drag Specialties’ annual National Vendor Presentations, with their sales contacts on hand to help them get the most out of a unique opportunity to add to their knowledge base in a way that is proven to help sell product.
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Storz Performance

March 14, 2017, 5:23 am
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Storz/Ceriani steering damper kit for 2017 Dyna H-D models

When it comes to steering damper kits, one of the market’s “go to” vendors is Ventura, California based specialist Storz Performance – purveyors of only the finest quality suspension and handling products.


Seen here, their HDFXD-49 steering damper kit is installed on a 2017 Dyna Low Rider S. This kit fits all 2006 to current model Dynas, except the Wide Glide. It features a 16-position adjustable, rebuildable, racing quality, linear steering damper. “Ever seen a rotary damper on a Moto GP bike”? asks Steve Storz…“no, neither have we”!
This one is a simple installation that mounts with CNC billet aluminum brackets and comes with complete instructions and all necessary hardware. Steering damper kits for 2000-05 Dynas, FXR, XL and most V-Rod models also available.

STORZ PERFORMANCE INC.
www.storzperf.com
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Belt Drives Ltd.

March 14, 2017, 5:23 am
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Upgrade to a TC and keep the early belt drive

Californian manufacturer Belt Drives Ltd. has developed a simple, easily installed steel insert which allows a newer Twin Cam engine to be run with a current or older belt drive system. This insert is internally broached to match the 24-spline sprocket shaft of the newer 2007-up Twin Cam engine. 

Once installed it will allow riders with an older BDL belt drive in an older style motorcycle the opportunity to upgrade the engine to a Twin Cam and still use the primary belt drive kit that is already installed. These inserts are available with offsets from zero to 2” in ¼” increments and are supplied with all new hardware to fit the new insert to a current offset front pulley.
The only additional part that is needed is a longer 9/16”-12 replacement for the bolt that holds the front pulley to the engine.

BELT DRIVES LTD
www.beltdrives.com
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Kustom Tech

March 14, 2017, 5:25 am
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‘Seventies Line’ retro style hand-control options

If you are looking for high quality details for your retro build or conversion, Italian made and designed ‘Seventies Line’ handlebar controls by Kustom Tech are just what you need.
Available as brake and clutch levers for 1” and 7/8” handlebars, with 12mm (15/32”) or 14mm (9/16”) bore piston master cylinders, they are available in a selection of 4 different finishes from polished and raw to satin and black.

Italian made forged aluminum retro style clutch lever and master cylinder assemblies –
20-813 (14mm, clutch, polish);

20-814 (14mm, clutch, satin)

20-815 (14mm, clutch, raw)

20-832 (14mm, clutch, black)


Machined from forged aluminum, they are fully rebuildable and feature a retro style finned cover and smooth, ergonomically shaped lever; replacement levers and brass clutch and M110x1 thread brake cable register also available.

KUSTOM TECH
www.kustomtech.eu
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S&S Cycle

March 14, 2017, 5:27 am
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‘Throttle Hog’ for cable-operated Big Twins

S&S Cycle has cable-operated ‘Throttle Hog’ throttle bodies available for 2002-’17 Harley-Davidson Big Twins with cable-operated throttles.


Available in 58mm for stock or mildly built engines or 66mm for big inch engines, the company says both deliver more air flow and improved performance.
S&S ‘Stealth’ air cleaners are available to fit both dimensions.


‘Throttle Hogs’ feature a simple one-piece design for easy installation and stock appearance; they are compatible with stock sensors, fuel rail and throttle cables and available in wrinkle black powder-coat finish to match the stock design.
Sealed, stainless steel throttle shaft with dual roller bearings make for smooth operation and no air leaks; the kit includes hardened steel flanges and seals; sold outright - no stock throttle body exchange is required.

S&S CYCLE INC.
www.sscycle.com
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Annual industry photograph at V-Twin Expo 2017

March 14, 2017, 5:33 am
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Industry photo 2017

We have been staging an annual industry photograph at V-Twin Expo for more than a decade, and in that time we have seen some vendors leave the show and new players enter the industry. The ‘Class of 2017’ did feel like a watershed moment with the inevitable process of industry change resulting in even more new faces on the show floor than ever before.
  
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Key
1    Sara Viney - Dealer-World / American Motorcycle Dealer
2    Mike Pedersen - Andrews Products
3    Steve Davey - Paughco Inc
4    Steve Cole - TTS Inc
5    TR Reiser  - T-Man Performance
6    Aimee Thacher - The Leatherworks
7    Marilyn Stemp - Iron Trader News
8    Jessica Shine - Brands That Shine
9    Ahslee Thompson - Wrangler
10    Dawn Johnson - Cyco Gaskets
11    Paige Murphy - Cyco Gaskets
12    Kari Murphy - Cyco Gaskets
13    Don Ernst - Bee-Line Frame & Axle
14    Jack Boone - Bee-Line Frame & Axle
15    Rodney Enriquez - Keystone Distributing/Centramatic Wheel Balancers
16    Gary Wallace - Andrews Products
17    Paul Murphy - Cyco Gaskets
18    Jim Win    Wild Mest Motor Company
19    Trevor Cleveland - James Gaskets
20    Randell Ward - Carroll Companies / Milwaukee Boots
21    David Minton - P3R Flywheels
22    Tim Minton - P3R Flywheels
23    Phil Korte - Create a Cystom Cycles
24    Johnny Jump - K&N Filters
25    Robert Davenport - Create a Cystom Cycles
26    Marko Glush - KB Performance Pistons
27    James Campbell - Memphis Shades
28    Ricardo Rea - Freedom Performance Exhaust
29    Martin Arteaga - Freedom Performance Exhaust
30    Will Kibblewhite - Kibblewhite Precision Machining
31    Michael Pocevicius  - Rivera Primo
32    John Stdko - Mid-USA Motorcycle Parts
33    Chance Darling - Barnett Tools & Engineering
34    John Dunne - Spectro Oils
35    Alex Josefson - Spectro Oils
36    Ryne Sandler - Mid-USA Motorcycle Parts
37    Alen Mueller - Memphis Shades
38    Jeff Wells - SuperTrapp
39    Mike Lenahan  - Deltran
40    Hector Melendez - H&M Marketing
41    Bruno Mijat - Standard Motor Products
42    Josh Kobernusz  - Dakota Digital
43    Ken Ciocci - Spectro Oils
44    Mike Hinga - Deltran
45    Luke Calzone - Spectro Oils
46    JJ Handfield - JJ Sells Powersports
47    Greg Karpe - Dakota Digital
48    Aero Rudd - Ciro
49    Jim Betlach - Easyriders Events
50    Rick Byron - PennGrade
51    Steve Yetzke - Belt Drives Ltd
52    Larry Mills - DP Brakes & Clutches
53    Earl LeVere - Ice Miller LLP
54    John Sullivan - Paisano Publications
55    Nick Dixon - PennGrade
56    Don Weiland - Baker Drivetrain
57    Lewis Preston - Electrical Connection
58    Jon Reed - Sport Chrome
59    Joey Subrizi - Ohlins USA
60    Scott Hurwitz - Magnum Shielding
61    Ronnie Wehr - HardDrive
62    Donnie Gehnert    - Belt Drives Ltd
63    Brandon westphal - Big Bike Parts
64    David Garcia - Belt Drives Ltd
65    Eduardo Nimani - Red Thunder Exhaust
66    Kent Foltz - Energy One Clutches
67    Chuck Thrasher - Big Bike Parts
68    Chris Hughson - Magnum Shielding
69    GG Voilque  - Mag Connection
70    Carlo Molinaro - Red Thunder Exhaust
71    Rick Arnoldo - Centramatic/Keystone Distribution
72    Robin Bradley - Dealer-World / American Motorcycle Dealer   
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HardDrive

March 14, 2017, 5:36 am
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New products from HardDrive


HardDrive knurled grips
These beefy 1-1/2” diameter grips with fine knurling for excellent grip, without chewing up hands or gloves, have been precision CNC-machined from T6061 aluminum and are available in either black anodized, raw, polished or brass. “Quality is in the details,” says HardDrive, “so using only solid brass, not plated like cheaper versions, we assure the finish will never fade or wear off.  Available for cable throttle and throttle by wire models.

 


Lyndall ‘Light Weight’ wheels
Lyndall wheels “combine cutting edge design and beautiful craftsmanship in its truest form,” according to HardDrive.  The chrome or black B-52 and TT Tracker wheel styles are both said to be stronger and lighter than stock – “improving the performance, functionality and beauty of a bike like no other can.” Matching pulleys, sprockets and rotors also available.

 

Pathfinder Road Glide LED headlights
Pathfinder LED is offering a new plug-n-play Road Glide headlight assembly that is said to shine further, wider and brighter than the halogen bulbs on the market.  The LED projection style headlight is available in both chrome and black and installs into 2004-2013 Road Glide models with ease. Backed by a 1-year warranty, the multiple LEDs shine with 3000 effective lumens per bulb.

 

Rooke Customs dress-up kits
HardDrive American V-Twin Product’s creative ambassador, Jesse Rooke, “has a long history in motorsports and custom bike building, and his racing style is expressed through these bolt-on colored accent pieces.  These bold, anodized components are packaged together in a model-specific kit or available separately.” Choice of red, blue, raw, polished, black and gold.

 

West Eagle raised mid-controls
Raising the pegs on a Sporty or Dyna “gives a unique look and better cornering clearance.” Designed by West Eagle, the mid-control foot location can be moved up 4” and back 1.5” on Dynas and up 2.5” and back 1.5” on Sportsters.  Foot pegs and toe peg are not included.  Applications include mid-control Sportsters ’04-‘13, mid-control and forward control Sportsters ’14-up and mid-control Dynas ’06-up.

 

The 2017 HardDrive catalog is “packed full of American V-twin parts, accessories, chemicals, tools and more including many new and exciting products and brands.” A digital flipbook version or full PDF download is available by following the links at www.hdtwin.com
HARDDRIVE V-TWIN
www.hdtwin.com
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Motion Pro

March 14, 2017, 5:37 am
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Motion Pro supporting AMA Flat Track series in 2017

Loomis, California, tools, cables, workshop supplies and accessories specialist Motion Pro is supporting the AMA Flat Track series this year as the official cable, tool and control for the 2017 racing season.


“We’re excited to have Motion Pro join us in 2017,” said Michael Lock, CEO of American Flat Track. “Their quality products cover the spectrum of needs for not only our racers and crew, but for all motorcyclists. Their involvement is much appreciated by us and is another vote of confidence from the industry in the American Flat Track series.”
As a part of Motion Pro’s overall strategy to “be the gold standard in racing”, the company has agreed to provide the series with cables, tools and various controls in order to execute a professional at-track experience at each event for both spectators and competitors.

Motion Pro’s race credentials are “robust” and the range of product available to dealers “remarkable” as Joe Fratis, V-Twin Product Planner, said (seen here left with General Manager Kevin Veltfort) at the recent Tucker Rocky/MAG brands Dealer Expo

“Motion Pro is proud to begin a new partnership with American Flat Track, adding to the decades of support we have provided the flat track community,” said Jon Mullins, Motion Pro Race Manager. “We look forward to continuing development of our products with the many riders and teams we support in the American Flat Track paddock. The 2017 AFT series will bring great venues and racetracks for the riders, which will produce great racing for us fans!”
American Flat Track will kick off the 2017 season during Daytona’s Bike Week festivities on Thursday, March 16 with the all-new DAYTONA TT, built inside the tri-oval at Daytona International Speedway. The DAYTONA TT will mark the dawning of a new era for America’s most historic form of motorcycle racing, with the historic rivalry between Harley-Davidson and Indian Motorcycles renewed.
Motion Pro was founded in 1984 by 6-day ISDT gold medal winner Christopher Carter. The brand has been involved in motorsports since it was founded, proudly supporting both professional and amateur riders. While Motion Pro has its roots in dirt track, they also support off-road, supercross, motocross, ATV, and various other disciplines.
www.motionpro.com
 

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Hawg Halters

March 14, 2017, 5:41 am
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HHI ‘Spartan’ forged billet wheel

Launched in time for Daytona Bike Week, Dahlonega, Georgia based Hawg Halters has introduced a new forged billet wheel with matching true floating brake rotors.

Spartan wheel
The new ‘Spartan’ has “stunning, contoured 3-dimensional spokes with intricate design accents throughout. It is available in show chrome or ‘Shadow Cut’ in sizes from 16 through 3 inches, with Avon tires available in 16, 18, 21 or 23” sizes.

Set up at Rossmeyer's Destination Harley-Davidson during Daytona Bike Week, one of the primary parts, accessory, tuning and custom bike “hot spots”, Hawg Halters will also have their new taper-cut billet fork covers on show, with all their front end and builder kits, triple tree and brake set-up options.

Shadow Cut wheel

Also available in show chrome or ‘Shadow Cut’, the new covers fit both early and late model touring bike applications and come in +1 to + 4 inch lengths to fit applications from stock to 32 inches – they have been designed to “give the custom builder an ‘out of the box’ solution to longer front ends and big wheel conversions.
Noted for their stopping power, reliability and durability, HHI also has their four or six piston direct bolt-on calipers available as an optional extra.
Hawg Halters now has a Western United States warehouse up and running to better serve their Western US and Canadian customers.

HAWG HALTERS INC.
www.hawghalters.com
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Drag Specialties

March 14, 2017, 5:42 am
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Drag Specialties 2017 catalogs

The 2017 Drag Specialties ‘FatBook’ catalog is out, and with over 1,800 pages of “the latest and greatest products and information to give your customer’s bike a truly custom look,” it is another ‘must have’ desk-bending masterpiece of the distributive arts.
From Evolution through to Twin Cam, “our dealers are sure to find the look and performance parts, accessories and fitment information they need. We have added new and exciting parts to our Drag Specialties name, plus expanded selections from big names like Biltwell, Ciro, Vance & Hines, Klock Werks, Bassani, Revolution Performance and Legend Suspensions, just to name a few.
“We have also made changes to the organization of the FatBook, moving tools, chemicals and lubricants, cleaners and polishes, trailer and transport products to the all-new tire catalog.”

In which connection, the all new tire and workshop items catalog is also available and seen here; for 2017 “we’ve made it so you can serve your customers better, faster and easier by adding our complete inventory of tools, chemicals and lubricants, cleaners and polishes and transport and trailer products to our tire catalog, making this the ultimate one-stop shop for the top-selling dealer service items!”
Of their ‘FatBook’ Drag Specialties say: “The FatBook will always remain your best source for late-model V-Twin needs”, but dealers shouldn’t forget to check out the 2016/17 OldBook for more specific needs concerning pre-1984 H-D models.
“Together, along with the Tire, Tools, Chemicals & Lubricants, Cleaners & Polishes and Trailer & Transport catalog, you will find an unrivaled assortment of every part and accessory available to you and your customers, to help keep American V-twins rolling for years to come.”

www.dragspecialties.com
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Arlen Ness

March 22, 2017, 4:46 am
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Performance-Ness, Handling-Ness, Cool-Ness

From the mother-lode of performance custom accessory design, the Ness Products design studios at Dublin, California, come these deep cut, inverted air cleaner kits – designed to improve still further on their patented Big Sucker technology by using an inverted top that maximizes airflow.
Featuring their patented ‘Big Sucker’ technology, these inverted air cleaner kits pull air in from the face of the air cleaner as well as the sides


It does so by pulling in air from the face of the air cleaner, as well as the traditional method of pulling air in from the sides. Made in forged billet aluminum, each hidden breather is O-ringed at the heads and exits of the mouth of the injector/carb to provide “efficient breathing and a virtually closed loop system. This eliminates the need for any external hoses or hardware.
The radius inlet is said to “provide maximum performance by providing unobstructed airflow, and the aluminum breather hardware includes specially designed breather bolts and covers for clean mounting”.
The filters are handmade in the USA, featuring a synthetic material that is said to never need oiling – it can just be washed and re-used for long lasting results; synthetic filters are water resistant, eliminating the need for a rain sock. The design features an inverted, pleated top with pleated sides to maximize airflow by pulling in from every angle – the synthetic material is black with a stainless steel jacket.
The filter housings are machined from a single piece of forged billet aluminum “for clean styling, reduced weight and improved ergonomics. The built-in velocity stack not only gives a unique performance look, but also contributes to the performance improvements by forcing air into the filter’s pleated top.”
Matching deep cut wheels, rotors, inboard rotors, horn kits and other accessories are available with matching chrome finish.

 
This new bevelled, reusable billet oil filter features high-tech, laser-cut 304 stainless steel medical grade micronic cloth – a filter technology that is said to catch particles down to 35 microns, about three times better than conventional “premium” oil filter media



Also seen here, Ness’ new bevelled, re-usable billet oil filter in black features “high-tech Formula 1, NASCAR and aerospace industry derived filter technology that eliminates the tendency for traditional grade paper filters to flow so poorly that they often cause the bypass valve to open and allow unfiltered oil into the engine.”
The trick to doing this lies in the filter medium used – laser-cut 304 stainless steel medical grade micronic cloth that catches particles down to 35 microns, which is said to be about three times better than “most premium oil filters.
“These filters maintain consistent flow under all conditions, including extreme heat, the presence of water and cold start-ups.” Available for ’84-‘15 Big Twins and ’86-’15 Sportsters, the simple-to-clean and service bevelled styling features a chrome finish.
Ness hit a ‘home-run’ with the 10-Gauge product line it started to introduce in 2015 – especially with the multi-piece design factory replacement outer primary cover for ’07 and up FLT Touring models – available in chrome and, as seen here, in black.
Launched in 2015, the Ness ‘10-Gauge’ line started with their multi-piece factory replacement outer primary for ’07 and up FLTs

The company has continued to add to the program since the launch of the first designs, with items such as lifter block, cam, transmission top and side, rocker box and pushrod covers.
CNC-machined, forged ‘10-Gauge’ billet aluminum front engine mount brackets


Now they are also offering CNC-machined, forged 10-Gauge billet aluminum front engine mount brackets that are direct bolt-on replacements for the factory stamped steel bracket and stabilizer links that feature a specially designed spherical bearing, machined with a counter bore for flush mounted hardware; these are said to be the first and currently still only billet aluminum engine stabilizer links on the market for 09-15 Touring models. Both items are also available as part of their Deep Cut chrome or black programs.




Ness says these billet aluminum engine stabilizer links were the first, and are still the only ones on the market for ’09-’15 Touring models


ARLEN NESS ENTERPRISES
www.arlenness.com
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Twin Power

March 22, 2017, 5:09 am
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Crankshaft position sensor

Twin Power has introduced a replacement crankshaft position sensor that is an exact O.E.M. fit, offering the same functionality as the stock sensor.


“The crankshaft position sensor is one of the most important parts of your motorcycle,” says James Simonelli (seen here at the Tucker Rocky brand expo), Brand Manager for Twin Power. “When it goes bad, your bike isn’t going anywhere. This new product will keep you on the road and solve a known problem cost-effectively.”


Simonelli went on to say that this product has been endurance tested to 60,000 miles to ensure sensor longevity, as well as 100% U.S. tested to O.E.M. specifications. It features an O.E.M.-style connector that provides an exact fit and has a unique coverage for Harley-Davidson applications.

TUCKER ROCKY
www.bikemaster.com
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Drag Specialties

March 22, 2017, 5:09 am
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10.5” Sportster shocks

These low riding 10.5" Drag Specialties shock absorbers (in chrome or black) for ’04 – ’16 Sportsters have steel dual-tube hydraulic damper bodies with hard chrome shafts and mount with the existing hardware.


Dual-rate progressive wound springs are said to deliver a smooth, controlled ride; features include adjustable spring preload, billet aluminum end caps/eyelets.

DRAG SPECIALTIES
www.dragspecialties.com
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Belt Drives Limited

March 22, 2017, 5:10 am
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GMA 2017 forward controls

Just released by GMA, a subsidiary of Californian manufacturer Belt Drives Limited (BDL), these updated forward controls incorporate reshaped mounting brackets that provide a lower profile and “unique, super clean appearance.”

Additionally, GMA’s FC-100 and 200 control kits now feature a splined shift shaft and shift shaft arm with pinch bolt for plenty of indexing options. The shaft is now larger in diameter, supported by an oil impregnated bronze bushing pressed into the left side mounting bracket, and fitted with an adjustable actuating rod and clevis design for the rear brake pedal -  while retaining the adjustable indexing foot lever, which helps get the brake and shifter levers right where they are wanted.
The redesigned mounting brackets make for a simple, unhindered installation and provide plenty of clearance for aftermarket frames. The new controls will fit standard OEM (3-hole) left and (2-hole) right side FX and early FL style frames. GMA cite application for 1986-1999 models, but they will fit earlier models; ‘70s Shovelhead applications will require a modified voltage regular mount.
Available with round or flat pegs, and a choice of show chrome, gloss black or polished finish.

BELT DRIVES LTD
www.beltdrives.com
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S&S Cycle

March 22, 2017, 5:11 am
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S&S tuned induction air cleaners

One of the many S&S products available through Drag Specialties, these tuned induction air cleaners feature a swept forward two-in-one design that rams additional air into the cylinders to give a natural supercharging effect that increases mid-range torque.


Delivering nearly twice the filter area of a teardrop air cleaner, they are constructed with a chrome runner and bracket (except where noted), backing plate, filters and hardware.

DRAG SPECIALTIES
www.dragspecialties.com
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TecMate

March 22, 2017, 5:12 am
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Small, powerful and smart

The new OptiMate 1+ has undergone improvements that has turned TecMate’s entry level charger into a ‘deluxe’ battery maintainer. 

Delivered with a 1.8m (6ft) power cable (like all other OptiMate chargers) for security, convenience and versatility, two keyhole slots allow for easy wall mounting and there is a slot to fit a Velcro strap - shaped so that the charger can hang from a motorcycle’s handlebar.
New attractive packaging showcases the high-quality OptiMate 1+ perfectly at the counter or on a rack or wall, guaranteed to generate that important consumer impulse buy.
High quality cable accessories are included – such as the O-04 battery clip, which is custom-designed to grip onto flat, square or round battery posts, and the O-01 weatherproof battery cable (-40°C rated 0.82mm2 cable, 15A fuse), which comes with M6 rings that perfectly fit powersport battery hardware. A rubber boot and cap seals the SAE connector against water and dust.
The key to the strength of the OptiMate 1+ is the unique OptiMate 24-7-365 maintenance programme. OptiMate’s “connect and forget/no more problems” claim has been proven and appreciated by millions of riders worldwide.
The OptiMate maintenance programme does not cycle the battery, it automatically connects and disconnects every hour, always monitoring and then replacing only the charge drained in that previous hour. The longer you leave the battery connected, the stronger it becomes! 
A special low Volt pulse mode can ‘wake up’ the battery from as low as 4 Volts before it delivers constant current charge. If the battery is too far gone, this smart little charger won’t simply “green light” that battery, as many other designs and brands do, instead it warns the rider that the battery cannot hold charge.

TECMATE
www.optimate1.com
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V-Twin Expo 2017

March 22, 2017, 5:14 am
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V-Twin Expo 2017 review part 1


The 18th annual ‘Cinci’ show saw several regulars and major players absent themselves for a range of reasons, many of them not to do with the efficacy of the show as such. However, with concerns widespread, the 120 plus exhibitors (including several new vendors and returnees) who did make the investment reported better Saturday traffic than they’d expected, and better business done than had been the case in the past couple of years - even the “Super Bowl-free” Sunday was a tad better than usual. Most of the vendors that we here at AMD Magazine spoke to said that they would be returning for 27th-28th January 2018. www.vtwin-expo.com

 

CIRO: Aero Rudd, son of legendary Drag Specialties and Kuryakyn founder Tom Rudd, heads up a new parts and accessories business that has grown quickly since making its 2015 debut. Available from Drag Specialties, Parts Unlimited and Zodiac International, the range extends from advanced, controllable LED lighting solutions through to detailing and tidy-up parts for all areas of the bike, from the cockpit, fairing and front end to the rear fenders and bags; www.ciro3d.com

 

CenterFlo: A new exhibitor at V-Twin Expo, Sacramento, California based CenterFlo’s patented valve design throttle body utilizes a segment bored cylinder pair to precisely control air flow to form an obstruction free bore. Eliminating the throttle blade and shaft allows a greater volume of air to flow more freely into the engine, making more mid-range torque and higher top end horsepower. “Low rpm driveability, which often suffers with larger throttle bodies, is now greatly improved with finer control at the beginning of throttle movement.” It has mounting provisions for stock-compatible injectors and sensors. Projected to be available for 2006-2016 cable throttle Big Twins by summer 2017; CARB certification is pending; www.centerflo.com

 

K&N Engineering: Following the launch last year of their Big Twin, newly revised cast aluminum ‘AirCharger’ intake system, the Riverside, California, filter and performance specialist has added two more intake designs that are “guaranteed to deliver increased horsepower” - ‘Street Metal’, ‘The Shaker’, and soon to be released ‘The SideDraft’. These stylish, contemporary cast aluminum, high volume RK Series intakes feature a washable, oversized K&N high-flow air filter, backing plate and built-in dyno-tuned velocity stacks. They mount with an integrated breather system and completely replace the stock air cleaner assembly with its external breathers. Each feature a reputable K&N limited warranty. K&N will offer Drycharger wraps for use in inclement conditions and extended service intervals;  ww.knfilters.com

 

Heartland: Now owned by former Sales and Marketing Director Lonny Spiva, the Fullerton, California, custom styling and conversion kit specialist is back on the new products trail again with a choice of recently introduced kits for Dyna models. The 200 D and 240 D allow for a 200mm and 240mm rear tire respectively, utilizing Heartland’s patented billet aluminum struts with a choice of two steel fender lengths and leather seat. The struts are slotted and pinned for Heartland’s also patented second seat options. The struts are finished in either chrome, gloss black or ‘TuxCut’. Check out their all-new website rebuild at www.heartlandbiker.com

 

BadJack Machine: Another new exhibitor in 2016, Austin, Texas based BadJack Machine’s patented Boot Draggers cruiser pegs for Big Twins are “an innovative and stylish solution that give bikers an alternate riding position, reducing fatigue on long rides.” They simply bolt on to existing OEM standard, swept and half-moon style floorboards without modification or damaging the boards. A deceptively simple idea, they are machined from high strength, lightweight billet aluminum and deliver a fatigue relieving alternate rider foot position; www.badjackmachine.com

 

Yelvington: The Florida based trike conversion kit specialist (Harley touring, Dyna and Sportster models) made their V-Twin Expo debut as a parts vendor, showcasing the reverse pulley for tourers that they introduced last year and their Suspension Technologies shock absorber program (headed up by Mike Alex, it includes shocks for the Indian Scout as well as Harley applications). Engagement of Yelvington’s patented reverse system is simple: “It’s just so natural,” says Director of Sales & Marketing Mark Russell, “just flip a switch and ease out the clutch. Once engaged, the pulley rotates normally, while the wheel rotates in reverse. To move forward, just flip a switch and ease out the clutch; www.yelvingtonusa.com
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Vance & Hines

March 22, 2017, 5:15 am
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Vance & Hines 2017

Santa Fe Springs, California based exhaust manufacturer Vance & Hines has released its 2017 V-Twin products catalog, now with added V&H ‘Raceshop’ components.


The burgeoning program, bred from the decades of race experience that underscores everything that Terry Vance and Byron Hines do, now extends from valve sets, springs, guides and sets through cams, lifters, pushrods, pistons and oils.
In exhaust terms the highlights are, inevitably, the new products, and for 2017 these include state-of-the-art connectivity and tuning features for the Fuelpack FP3 and Monster V Touring slip-ons with 2017 and Touring M-8 updates throughout the range, including touring Power Duals fitments, Dresser Duals, touring Eliminator 400, oversized 450, twin-slash round and hi-output slip-ons.
However, we here at AMD have “reasons to believe” that maybe, just maybe, we haven’t yet seen the full V&H 2017 story unfold yet – yes, you heard it here first, there is definitely more to come!

www.vanceandhines.com
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