extreme motorcycles

Saturday, February 12, 2011

Harley Davidson VRSC V-Rod Muscle

Harley Davidson Touring Road King

The history of Harley-Davidson

The history of Harley-Davidson motorcycles began in Milwaukee in 1903. Bill Harley and Arthur Walter Davidson developed a one cylinder motorcycle in the turn of the century and the engine was developed with the introduction of the combustion engine of a cylinder gasoline used in 1903, designed for racing.
In 1908 already has a small company which built the motorcycle and another member of the Davidson family, William, joined the group. Then began to have employed about 20 people.
In 1909 Bill Harley made the first draft of the 1000 CC V-Twin, a modest seven horsepower making it the brand image of Harleys and more recognized.
In 1910 came the legendary "Bar and Shield" logo that was placed on the bike. This would become the symbol of Harley-Davidson. The numerous first places won in races, endurance contests and finally give recognition to the brand Harley-Davidson.
In 1911 the engine was introduced "F-head" engine until 1929 when the "Flathead" was placed.
In 1912 the growth of Harley-Davidson and Company had to build a new factory. It became an exporter in the same year with its first sale in Japan in the United States there were more than 200 dealers.
In 1914 dominated the racing motorcycles.
In 1915 appeared the three engine speeds.
In 1917 a third of all Harley-Davidsons were sent to the U.S. Military to fulfill their patriotic call and help in the war effort. The following year about half were sold to the U.S. Military. At the end of about 20,000 motorcycles were used in the war which were Harley-Davidson.
In 1918 already has one of the largest factories for the production of motorcycles in the world with approximately 2,000 dealers. The V-twin was Harley's time as trying to dethrone the Indiana. At this time the car was T-Ford and thus the Harley-Davidson began to dedicate to the manufacture of parts, lateral and even automobiles, aircraft engines and also to improve their own products.
In 1920 some changes occurred in the bike, which today are more recognizable. One such change was the identifiable teardrop shape, gas tank.
In 1926, a single cylinder engine was available again after being discontinued in 1918.
In 1928, the first twin-cam, engine and front wheel brakes were available on Harley-Davidson. With this modification, the motorcycle could reach speeds exceeding 85 mph.
In 1930 and subsequent years saw record losses of more awards and the Harley-Davidson.
In 1932, the three-wheel Servi-Car was introduced, becoming the police vehicle, business and family. The appearance also changes as the "eagle" placed on all Harley-Davidson in tanks of gasoline, as well as changes to the engine. Appeared then to CC in 1340, becoming the trademark of Harley Davidson motorcycle.
In 1936 became the year in which the Knucklehead of the motorcycle was launched.
In 1940, once again, the Harley-Davidson answered the call and sent its fleet of motorcycles for the war.
In 1941 the production was suspended for marketing calendar and open again in November 1945.
In 1957 the Sportster was born, becoming an immediate success.
In 1969, it was time for a merger with U.S. company Foudry Machine Company (AMF).
In 1970 there was a revolution of the Harley-Davidson.
In 1971, the cruiser was born.
In 1973 came a new plant.
In 1975 was the first of four consecutive years that the Harley-Davidson won the AMA Grand National Championships in dirt track.
In 1977, the FXS Low Rider and the FLHS Electra Glide Sport were introduced to the public.
In 1980 another change in partnership developed the engine and transmission.
In 1980, the FLT model was born with 5-speed transmission hard bolted to the engine.
In 1981 members of the Harley-Davidson purchased the Harley-Davidson Motor Company from AMF.
In 1983, the Hog group was founded and became the largest factory-sponsored motorcycle in the world. By the year 2000, the club had more than 500,000 members.
In 1984, the 1,340 cc V-twin engine was introduced, it took seven years to make.
In 1984, the company managed to create a modern motorcycle, which was still a Harley Davidson.
In 1987, the Harley-Davidson Company obtained a place in the New York Stock Exchange for those interested in having a financial stake in the company.
In 1988, Harley-Davidson celebrated its 85th anniversary in Milwaukee, an event that brought about 60,000 fans of Harley-Davidson. At the end of this revolutionary decade for Harley-Davidson, the FXSTS Softail Springer model was introduced. In the early 1990's the Fat Boy design was introduced and quickly succeeded. The name Fatboy was derived by combining the names of the two atomic bombs "Fat man" and "Little Boy" which were launched on Hiroshima and Nagasaki.
In 1991, the Dyna line of Harley-Davidson's was introduced with the FXDB Dyna Glide Sturgis.
In 1994 saw the jump of Harley-Davidson for Superbike racing with the VR1000.
At this point in America, the Harley Davidson have 62% of the market of motorcycles with 850 CC or more! Due to the many fans around the world can say that is the brand of bikes with more success in the market for motorcycles.

Harley Davidson VRSC Night Rod Special

Monday, February 7, 2011

Twisted Trikes

The object is to build the most outrageous vehicle on the street. We have exceeded that goal. There is nothing on the street to match the performance or look of our vehicle. It shares the acceleration of the fastest sports bikes and only weighs a little bit more. The front end is all race car. It has rack and pinion steering, wildwood front brakes, and adjustable coilover shocks. The cockpit features a 6 point harness, form fitting seat, 6 speed sequential shifter, momo F1 wheel, and full Honda instrumentation.
The rear end is all business from a Honda 954 CBR RR. The engine is a liquid cooled 4 cylinder that features: fuel injection, rave valve and 154 hp @ 11250 RPM. The aluminum swing arm, rear wheel, and brake are all from the Honda.
The frame is custom made DOM and Chromemoly. Everything is tig welded and meets SCCA specs. The body parts are made from carbon fiber and Kevlar. The aluminum radiator is located in the left side pod. The aluminum fuel tank is located under the seat.
The 3 wheel car drives like a race car. It has massive power over steer when you want it, or very tame and neutral for casual driving. Let me just say it is very hard to dive this car casual. The car accelerates just like a sport bike, it is lighting fast. The steering is very precise and there are plenty of, and very much needed, brakes to bring it to a halt. It is so much fun to drive we find ourselves demonstrating the car to just about anybody who asks to see it start up.
The car took 6 months of spare time to build, and needed very little testing and adjustments to make it user friendly. One thing we overlooked until a week before the test day was the motorcycle rear tire. The reverse trike needed a car rear tire. To our surprise it was a bit of a challenge to find one that fits the motorcycle rear rim. We did locate one, but it didn’t make it in time for the initial test. The motorcycle rear tire only works for casual driving and as I stated before it is hard to drive this insane driving machine casual. The car rear tire makes a huge difference in handling and acceleration, although it is still very easy to burn the back tire if you want to. With the motorcycle tire you had to slip the clutch with almost no accelerator, or it would just instantly spin.
Reaction to our trike is overwhelming. We have taken it to bike nights and car shows. It is always a crowd favorite. Imagine the speed of a sport bike and the handling of a race car; it’s the best of both worlds.

Kawasaki Athlete Chrome Modification

This is two added abnormally Kawasaki Athlete modification in new brain-teaser appearance . This acrylic are so rarely to add in this apple because it is agleam aqueous chrome attending . Many bodies attending on your bike if you use this acrylic . For accord added antagonism look, I use titanium exhaust from Yoshimura, because it is actual bargain in Indonesia, aloof $40 in Antagonism Shop . for arch lamp I use attenuated appearance rom fiberglass and dejected bulp . Attending added innocent face if you use that .

Front annoy I use Deli Tires 110/16 and 130/16 for rear annoy . Front fender, I use Antagonism appearance and custom from fibreglass afresh .

Chrome motorcycle accessories at Sturgis

The Sturgis motorcycle rally is underway! We were ready and selling on Friday, and as I headed home on Saturday evening the motorcycles and trailers were all I could see going the other way! (I'll head back on Thursday to help wind it down, pack it up and bring it home.)

In our booth at Monkey Rock (formerly Thunder Road), you can touch and feel all of our products including:

* Roadrunner motorcycle drink holder with the new "Ultra-Snap" insert for water bottles, cans, etc.

* Motorcycle GPS mounts for Garmin, Tom Tom and Magellan

* The waterproof "aqua box" for keeping your GPS, satellite radio, iPod or phone protected from the rain

* motorcycle iPod mounts for iPod classic, iPod nano, Apple Touch and even the Apple iPhone (check out our HOT PINK display Nano!)

* Desert Dawgs motorcycle rain guards to keep the rain and cold drafts off your legs and feet

We'll be there through this Saturday, so if you can, stop by and visit!