California startup Vectolabs has developed a new type of safety light for motorcycles that illuminates when the bike slows down, regardless of whether or not the rider is using the brakes. Called Vololights, the device is comprised of two sets of LEDs built into a license plate holder that’s fitted with an accelerometer and CPU. […]
Could Vololights Reduce Motorcycle Rear-end Collisions? Read More »
Novagen Ingenium Inc. is developing commercial relationship between their wholly owned subsidiary, Renegade Engine Company Pty Ltd and world-renowned American custom motorcycle builder, Jesse James. Renegade Engine Company Pty Ltd executives have been in discussions with Jesse James with a view of designing and manufacturing a Jesse James branded V-Twin motorcycle engine for the custom
Renegade Engine Company Joins Forces With Jesse James Read More »
Everything from Sturgis to London, and in between is covered.
POST MEMORIAL DAY THURSDAY NEWS ON BIKERNET Read More »
Hey, This is a good one, but once a week, I’m going to promote Freedom in this country, as an alternative to more regulation, by pointing out an example. Here’s an interesting one from Ireland. The decline of the family pub has led to a rise in alcoholism. Since more and more pubs are forced
POST-MEMORIAL DAY THURSDAY NEWS FOR MAY 30, 2013 Read More »
With a look straight from the days of vintage classic motorcycles and café racers, the new FX-76 from AFX gives you that classic old school look with the features, comfort and safety standards of today. An advanced fiberglass reinforced plastic (FRP™) shell that is aerodynamic, light weight and strong houses the hypo-allergenic and anti-microbial liner
A Cool Café Racer Skid Lid Read More »
The Western Motorcycle Drag Racing Association (WMDRA) is pleased to announce that they will host the International Master Bike Builder Association (IMBBA) North American Championship Bike Show and Hall of Fame Induction at Sturgis Dragway on Tuesday, August 6, 2013. "The WMDRA is thrilled to share the artistry and craftsmanship of the IMBBA North American
The Sturgis Buffalo Chip is looking for professional Body Painters interested in competing in a Sturgis Women model painting contest. If you are a professional body painter interested in participating please submit contact info and samples of your work to artists@buffalochip.com as soon as possible. Advertisement
Body Painters Wanted to Compete In Model Painting Contest Read More »
Polaris Industries Inc. (NYSE: PII) today announced the company is donating 10 military, off-road vehicles with a combination of Run-Flat and Non-Pneumatic Tires (NPT), to enhance The Salvation Army’s ability to transport food, water and other critical supplies to survivors, in Moore, Okla. The units will be delivered from Polaris’ Osceola, Wis. plant, free of
Polaris Gets Involved With Tornado Relief Read More »
Bikernet takes a quick look at Indian Motorcycle's historical timeline for iconic moments from 1901 through the present. Today we give you 1910 – 1919 1911 — Indian riders hold every American speed and distance record. Indian sweeps top three positions in first Isle of Man Mountain Course Race. 1913 — First swingarm and leaf-spring rear suspension in
Indian Motorcycle Time Machine: 1910 – 1919 Read More »
Here at Performance Machine, our Research and Development (R&D) team are always envisioning and designing products that helped put PM on the map for wheels, disc brakes, and performance accessories. Today, PM is recognizing one of our esteemed R&D colleagues, Jason Tiedeken, as the new Director of Research and Development. Jason came onboard to Performance
Jason Tiedeken Is Performance Machine's New Director Of Research And Development Read More »
