Nov 26, 2010

We love the look of a set of apes on a Sportster, but hate sorting out which cables and brake line to use. Apparently the folks at Burly Brand had the same issues and have now eliminated all the trial, error and inventing of bad words. Each kit is specific to a year range and bar height, including 12”, 14” and 16” apes and includes extended throttle...

Nov 21, 2010

Some like it vertical, others horizontal. Either way, tanks have to work.  Which is apparent with the oil tanks from the guys at 7 Metal West. The tank is made from two .125″ thick aluminum halves and measures 9″ tall and is 5.375″ round (including ribs). The tank is fully TIG welded and pressure tested to 20 psi.  Each tank comes in a...

Nov 2, 2010

Part of a builders level of personal satisfaction (aside from their own satisfaction of building something with their own hands) is that there is some industry acknowledgement of their work.  Granted we’ve had our share over the past years here at Guilty, (thanks Jimmy) and we’re actually suprised each and every time something is written about a...

Oct 29, 2010

Part of the journey many families are on each day is raising a child that has special needs.  Our special child has Angleman Syndrome. Angelman syndrome is a genetic disorder that causes developmental disabilities and neurological problems, such as difficulty speaking, balancing and walking and, in some cases, seizures. Frequent smiles and outbursts of laughter...

Aug 17, 2010

We have to admit we get to work with some amazing artist! Whether it’s Duane Ballard for leather, or Steve O’Brian for paint, or JD for fabrication and engine work. One of our new friends is Bob Thrash of Thrash Designs.  His specialty?  Well, about everything that has to do with automobiles and bike design and his works is impeccable. Having...

Jun 1, 2010

Everyone knows (well, at least my kids and wife do) that I’m never seen at motorcycle events or rallies without my shades.  The one pair of glasses i still have, (people tend to steal them once they see how well they are made and work) have gone with me across the nation on the back of my motorcycle; fallen off the back of “1/2 Pint” during...