Really cool advertisement you gotta see this motorcycle stunt mania.These guys have some serious skills, and the choreography is incredible.click on the link below to watch the video.http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=caOInhi5...
Wednesday, April 30, 2008
Tuesday, April 29, 2008
Motorcycle Puzzle has whole family puzzled.
When My family and I went to Glacier National Park for a family vacation, I was really bummed out that I did not have my motorcycle with me, as it would have been a beautifull ride. That is another post all together.We did get a souvineer called scramble squares. It consists of 9 square cardboard puzzle pieces that make a perfect square when assembled together. All 9 pieces...
Monday, April 28, 2008
Free Smells ... Ooh Yeah
As much as I like motorcycles, and the motorcycle lifestyle, I like motorcycle shops.Why you ask?Because there is only one kind of person you will ever likely run into at a motorcycle shop of any kind.......another biker, or person with similar interests, or obsessions if you will.It's like hanging out at a bar. My wife actually refers to a local bike shop I hang out at as...
Saturday, April 26, 2008
Yamaha Recalls CP250 and YP400 for Fuel Pump Problem
Yamaha has issued a recall of certain 2006-2007 CP250 and 2005-2007 YP400 motorcycles.The engine could stall and be difficult to restart because the wire terminals in the fuel pump wire coupler have corroded. Water can enter from the main wire harness end and run through the harness to the fuel pump coupler. If the water remains in the coupler for an extended period of time, the terminals can...
Motorcycle Pictures of the Week - Shawn on his Spyder 300
Here are my Pictures of the Week as displayed on the Motorcycle Views Web site. These are taken from the Moto Pic Gallery.See Shawn on his Johnny Pag Spyder 300.If you'd like to see your bike as Picture of the Week, submit a picture of you and your bike along with a description of the bi...
She snows, and she blows
Not that this is great post material, 'Cause weve all read about it so many times before, but it cannot go without mention.It is April 26th, 5:39 A.M Central time zone, and it is now blowing I would guess up to 40 M.P.H. wind gusts (Maybe more), and it is snowing.I know this is Minnesota, but this is not typical to have snow this time of year. I know it won't last, and I'll...
Friday, April 25, 2008
Thursday, April 24, 2008
Motorcycle FAQ - Frequently Asked Questions About Motorcycles
I have just released a set of Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) for the Motorcycle Views Web site.The questions and answers in the motorcycle FAQ cover a wide variety of information about motorcycling.My approach is to consider the various phases that a motorcyclist goes through in his/her search for motorcycle information.In the beginning, a prospective motorcyclist may just have basic questio...
Exactly when did I fall in love with motorcycles?
I must first say that I have been planning this post for quite some time, but fellow motorcycle blogger, FLHX Dave from http://roadgritscafe.blogspot.com/ beat me to it. I’m sure he is not the first to post this story in his own version, and I certainly hope he and I will not be the last. It makes such good reading.The link to his post is something you should make sure to...
Wednesday, April 23, 2008
Ever wonder what happened to Vinnie after he left Orange County Choppers?
Ever wonder what happened to Vinnie after he left OCC?And where in the Hell is Cody?Vinnie Dimartino and Cody Connelly have started Vforce Customs.It’s about time!I knew it would happen eventually. Glad to see it materialize. I wish them both the best of luck in their new venture.The posted photo here was borrowed from their site.Check out their website.http://www.vforcec...
Tuesday, April 22, 2008
Beautiful 1974 Kawasaki 900
I was just at a client’s house.We got to talking about cars and motorcycles. He showed me his 1974 Kawasaki 900 with only 19000+ miles.The client of mine was the original owner.The bike was pretty. It was in beautiful condition. It was all stock except the pipes which were replaced as the originals had rusted.It’s was really nice to see a 99% original, well kept bi...
Got air? Tech. tip #2
Tech. tip #2.I don't want all of my tech tips to be of the paint side of the motorcycle industry, so I thought I'd ask some advise of a motorcycle mechanic / bike builder. Scott Storms of Stormy Custom Bike Works in Blaine, MN. I reference to him as he is a friend of mine and local from where I come from, and I think one Hell of a Mechanic. Scott, AKA Stormy, said he'd keep...
Monday, April 21, 2008
Condor Lifts, chocks, and stops at the 2008 Donnie Smith Bike Show
I've been meaning to post about this for a while but can never find time to squeeze all of the post ideas in.When I was a t the 2008 Donnie Smith Invitational Bike Show recently, I ran into these guys from Condor. I was thoroughly impressed with their line of products that they were demonstrating.They have fair prices, and really cool lifts, chocks, trailer stops, etc. plus...
First decent ride of the year. I saw something interesting
I was finally able to get out for a nice long ride yesterday. The weather was beautiful. Bikes were everywhwere. I did not go anywhere special, just rode through Carlos Avery wildlife preserve, and putzed around. One of my riding buddies was doing projects trying to get the house ready for sale, another was getting ready to head out of town, and another didn't anwer his cell....
Saturday, April 19, 2008
Joe Motorcycle - Just an Average Guy
I happened to run into a biker friend of mine named Joe Motorcycle. Now Joe is an average guy, kinda like Charlie Brown in the comics. Joe spends a lot of time on the Internet, especially on the Motorcycle Views site and on the Motorcycle Views Forum when he's not out riding his bike.Joe has consented to answer a few questions for me. I must warn you though. Joe is a man of few words.Oh, and...
United Motors of America Recalls V2C-650 and V2S-650 Motorcycles for Gas Cap Leak
United Motors of America, INC has issued a recall of certain 2007 V2C-650 and V2S-650 motorcycles.These motorcycles were built with fuel tank cap gaskets that prevent proper tank ventilation. This could result in vehicle stalling which could result in a crash and/or fuel leakage which could result in a fire.1145 units are affected.Check out my Motorcycle Recalls feature for more detai...
Motorcycle Pictures of the Week - Ival and Gordon
Here are my Pictures of the Week as displayed on the Motorcycle Views Web site. These are taken from the Moto Pic Gallery.See Ival on her 1997 Honda Gold Wing Aspencade with DFT trike conversion. Also see Gordon on his 2007 Harley-Davidson Electra Glide Standard.If you'd like to see your bike as Picture of the Week, submit a picture of you and your bike along with a description of the bi...
2008 Spring Flood Run
I know I said I don't usually post on weekends, but I'm kinda rained out.I woke up this moring to rain, and the weather forcasts state 90% to 50% chances of rain showers throughout the day along the St. Croix River areas, which is exactly where the Flood Runners will be riding today.It will not be a Flood Run day for me like I stated I was going to do today. The weather is...
Friday, April 18, 2008
electric dirt bike
Californian manufacturer Zero Motorcycles has launched the Zero X, an electric MX motorcycle that it says combines excellent performance with low noise and zero emissions. Giving credit where it's due:I got this information from my friends at Custom Motorcycle Talk by BeachCruiser.I thought for those of you who don't read their site, this was too good to pass up. It is really...
Motorcycle Club or Group Pictures
Motorcycle Clubs have been around as long as motorcycles. If you belong to a motorcycle club or other motorcycle group and have a picture of your club members as a group, consider sending the picture in to be displayed in my Motorcycle Club or Group Pictures Gallery. Here are the rules.Do you belong to a motorcycle club or other motorcycle group?Does your motorcycle club or group have its own ...
A preview into the weekend, and a Friday Funny
If weather permits, I'll be going on my first biker run of the season. I missed the first big one here this year due to cruddy weather. I will do my best to get some good pictures and post them next week sometime. I don't typically post on the weekends, so untill next week, I give you my Friday Funny.I've got a pretty good biker joke that a friend sherry Hoskins from Stormy...
Thursday, April 17, 2008
Beer - How many miles per gallon do you get?
This is my own little twist on some stats that have been around for a while, but I still thought it was good enough to share.There was a study that found the average American walks about 900 miles per year.Another study found Americans drink, on average, 22 gallons of beer a year.I know I must fall somewhere in this category, as I am an avid beer lover and drinker.That means,...
Wednesday, April 16, 2008
cool movie clips
I've been in a computer software training class for work for the last two days which have completedly consumed my life and time. Please excuse my lack of a real post today, but here is a YouTube video clip I enjoyed.http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Dc7VC-xy9UE Semo Cycles presents Hyosung Motors (Great add!)Enjoy, and I'll talk to you all lat...
Vectrix Corporation Recalls 2007 Scooters for Battery Pack Problem
Vectrix Corporation has issued a recall of certain 2007 Scooters. These are electric scooters.The battery module interconnect cables can become loose at the battery terminal within the battery packs. If loose, the battery can overheat. Overheating may cause damage to the battery packs and possibly the bike which could result in a potential fire hazard.616 units are affected.Check out my...
Tuesday, April 15, 2008
From the twisted mind of Mr. Motorcycle, I give you…
Mr. Motorcycles twisted sense of humor. Post #1As I was watching the weather get warmer yesterday, and loving the warmer weather again today, The first thing that came to my mind is how I will fit in a motorcycle ride into my busy schedule today.When I fly solo for a short ride, I usually don’t have anywhere special to go. I often end up at one of two of my local watering...
Monday, April 14, 2008
blog directories
Blog directories,How important are they and do they really direct more traffic to your site?This is a " blog age" old question. I've listed with several different motorcycle blog directories, and ones not related as well. I'm not sure how much more they really help.My motorcycle blog is listed with Technorati, which I think is probably one of the biggest ones out there. I am pretty low on their list, as my blog listing with them is brand new as of (4-13-08) last night.I think I've got some really good content and usefull information for readers...
Motorcycle Touring - Take a Long Trip on Your Motorcycle
The dictionary defines a tour as "a journey for business, pleasure or education often involving a series of stops and ending at the starting point." Thus a tour is a complete circuit.Motorcycle touring has always been a part of motorcycling. Early riders wanted to jump on their motorcycles and ride to see what was over the next hill. Of course the roads weren't too good in those days and travel...
Motorcycle exhaust pipes. Choosing what is right for your bike along with some technical advise.
My blog post about Dyno. tuning and a comment I got from Lady Ridesalot( http://ladyridesalot.blogspot.com/ ) A.K.A. Glider Rider, inspired me to write this post about exhaust pipes. Lady R. told me she was looking into possibly getting some new pipes in black, but she likes chrome too. She needs to ponder it awhile. I commented back to her that as for chrome, vs. black pipes,...
Saturday, April 12, 2008
Motorcycle Pictures of the Week - Tatiana and Mel
Here are my Pictures of the Week as displayed on the Motorcycle Views Web site. These are taken from the Moto Pic Gallery.See Tatiana on her 1989 Yamaha XV250, "Little Hot Stuff." Also see Mel on his 1959 Cushman Super Eagle, that he had in high school.If you'd like to see your bike as Picture of the Week, submit a picture of you and your bike along with a description of the bi...
Friday, April 11, 2008
Motorcycle Tips - Useful Tips for You and Your Motorcycle
When you run five motorcycle forums very long, you begin to see people posting motorcycle tips. Maybe you've found something that works for you and you want to pass it on to other motorcyclists to help them out. That was the basis for a long running Motorcycle Tips feature that I created on the old site. I also had a submission form so readers could submit their own tips. I got a lot of...
Thursday, April 10, 2008
Dear Mother F#@!*%, oops I mean Mother Nature
Please accept my letter and consider this a formal complaint about the way you've been doing business here in Minnesota lately. You've been harrassing us bikers with teases of 50's, then snow, then 60's, then snow, then warm again, then snow again, then warm, and now tonight finally an icy, snowy, rainy, sleety mess. Just exactly what time of year do you think this is? ......
Kawasaki Recalls EX250 for Engine Air Pressure Build-Up
Kawasaki has issued a recall of certain 2008 EX250J8F and EX250J8FL motorcycles.An engine crankcase vent hole in the air filter box may be blocked. If so, air pressure can build up inside the engine, causing the cylinder head cover gasket to fail and leak oil. If enough oil leaks from the engine, it could drip or spray onto the rear tire. This can create the risk of a crash, possibly resulting...
I’m starting a series of Tech. tips. Here’s my first.
Painter’s Tech tip #1What is wrong with this picture? No, it’s not the fact that it looks like a messed up watercolor painting. I did that on purpose.I borrowed the picture off of the internet, and smudged it so as not to give away who the paint job or picture was from. I tried my best to make it not recognizable. I don’t want to slam anyone else’s paint work. In the original...
Wednesday, April 9, 2008
To Dyno. or not to Dyno.. That is the question.
Let me preface this post by stating, I am not a mechanic, and I am not a Dyno. expert by any means, but here is what I can tell you.A dynamometer is the technical term for Dyno.A dynamometer is a machine which is typically used by a mechanic to measure rotational speed or (rpms) and the torque of a motor.Having this type of measuring and testing system in place while tuning...
Tuesday, April 8, 2008
Do you feel like we do?
Peter Frampton's 1976 classic, "Do you feel like we do" hit song comes to my mind every time I see dog with it's head out the car window. What is it about this? Is it that they get an adrenaline rush, a free feeling? Is it the same things that drives us to ride? Anyway, I was going down the road the other day, and spotted this dog loving the open road, wind in his face. He...
Monday, April 7, 2008
I got my bike "Kenny" back on the road.
I did a Flickr flash badge called (My bike “Kenny” with his new paint job) on the right side of my blog page that shows the bike re-assembled with a new custom paint job. I even got to ride a bit on Saturday. Boy was it nice, and It felt great, since this was the first real ride I got to take since last Halloween when I broke the belt, and started the rebuild. See post from...
Friday, April 4, 2008
I have a question for you readers regarding Forward controls and comfort.
The photo above is me 2 yrs ago with my old paint job, from photo shoot gallery called Joy of Harley Davidson by http://www.pegasusphoto.com. When I started customizing my bike, I went with the “It’s all about the looks” theme. It is lowered about 3.5 inches lower than stock. It has a low profile seat, no windshield, no fairing, and forward controls. I do really love the look,...
Thursday, April 3, 2008
Aprilia (Piaggio) Recalls 2008 Tuono 1000R for Brake Line Leak
Aprilia (Piaggio) has issued a recall of certain 2008 Tuono 1000R motorcycles.A leak can occur in the front brake hydraulic line. This can cause a loss of brake pressure at the front brakes, increasing the risk of a crash. 10 units are affected.Check out my Motorcycle Recalls feature for more detai...
Triumph Recalls Rocket III Touring Motorcycles for Label Misstatements
Triumph has issued a recall of certain 2008 Rocket III Touring motorcycles.These motorcycles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 120, "Tire Selection and Rims for Motor Vehicles Other Than Passenger Cars," and Part 567, "Certification." The certification label, located on the left front frame tube, includes incorrect information regarding tire sizes...
Honda Recalls 2007-2008 Motorcycles for Bad Fuel Control Valve Diaphragm
Honda has issued a recall of certain 2007-2008 VT600, VT750, and VTX1300 motorcycles.The motorcycles may have an improperly manufactured fuel control valve diaphragm and the fuel valve may drip fuel. In the presence of an ignition source, dripping fuel poses the risk of fire.38934 units are affected.Check out my Motorcycle Recalls feature for more detai...
"No comment" - "I plead the 5th"
I suppose you could say I spend far too much time blogging, and reading other peoples blogs and web sites. Doing so however, I've noticed one thing. Either people are shy or we all write a bunch of crap and people are going off of the rule of thumb, "If you don't have anything nice to say, don't say anything at all". I know since I'm a big commentor, I've held back a comment...
Wednesday, April 2, 2008
Motor Scooters - A Picture Gallery of Motor Scooters
Pictures of motor scootersMy previous blog entry -- done for April Fools Day -- discussed how motor scooters might form the basis of a new economic stimulus plan. Irrespective of the veracity of that article, it is a fact that motor scooters are gaining new respect among motorcyclists and the non-riding public as well. Being able to get more than 50+ mpg means a lot in this new $3-4 per gallon...
Ink, I think
I’ve wanted to do a post on tattoos lately, as I think tattoos and motorcycles kinda go hand in hand.I have a few, literally.I’ve recently seen Dave Perewitz get a tattoo on video http://www.lifeatperewitz.com/ at ACME Tattoo in Minnesota while he was here for the Donnie Smith Bike Show, and I recently commented on a fellow blogger’s post regarding a Harley tattoo he got.http://harley-davidson-mystique.blogspot.com/...
Tuesday, April 1, 2008
2008 Donnie Smith Invitational Bike Show
As Promised, a post about the show.I have a Flickr flash badge of photos on the right side of my page with Pics. of some of the things I liked at the show.I went to the 2008 Donnie Smith Invitational Bike show in St. Paul, Mn at the River Center on Sunday March 30th. The weather was beautiful. It was in the 50's which is like balmy for this time of year in Minnesota. People...
