Sep 22, 2011

We hear it said (and say it to ourselves) time and time again….”Why doesn’t Harley listen to what the consumer wants?!” And repeatedly, HD seems to ignore the cries. Granted, HD in their infinite wisdom, tanked Buell last year (and gave away probably one of the best motorcycles built), but also the biggest growth markets for any...

Sep 14, 2011

Well, Ted Smith and the gang at the Rats Hole are back at the Water Park for Biketoberfest 2011 and they have brought back one specific show that started back in the 70′s….The Cafe Racer Class. In addition to the already 21 classes with over 100 trophies they give away each show, we get to check out some killer cafe racers! They are inviting all you...

Sep 12, 2011

If your fortunate enough to count Athena, (aka Chickie”) as a friend, you became quite aware very early in your relationship, that she doesn’t mince words and/or her passion for family, motorcycles and friends. Which is exactly what you would expect from a woman working in a predominantly male oriented industry. Of course there is always two sides...

Sep 8, 2011

It’s been said that “what happens in Vegas, stays in Vegas”, and while i can attest to only some portion of this statement, it probably won’t take long to spill your beans to the buddies once you return from this years Vegas Rally (September 29th-October 2nd) which just so happens to be the “Entertainment Capital of the...

Sep 5, 2011

Although motorcyclists in California (aka yours truly) enjoy great weather and beautiful scenery, the state is still among the most dangerous for bikers, according to a recent survey conducted by Progressive Insurance. According to Dan Kamionkowski, the company’s Motorcycle Product Manager, California ranked 42nd in the country for motorcyclists because of...

Sep 4, 2011

While there may not be any actual “cowboys” in this picture, the spirit of one definitely lives at the Spirit Lake Polaris plant that is now rolling the new Indians off the line. While Polaris already has one motorcycle line to work with, Victory, they don’t seem too hesitant in tackling another line that will compete directly with H-D. While...