"I've got to ask: Why is your price so much lower than anywhere else on the internet? I've been looking at this jacket since last fall and everyone is still selling at list price."
Connie from Arcanum, OH
"Everything was Great, I have a hard to fit 2007 Softail Custom with the FAT TIRE. Tom V in customer service was more than helpful and knows what he is talking about. I had bought an aftermarket "Mustang" seat and wanted that perfect new sissy bar and pad, he made it work. Great parts, price and service, and thanks to Tom it all worked out. I will be a long term customer.
Thanks Tom, Appreciate all your help."
Tom Miller
“Impressive customer service. I can’t wait to tell all my riding buddies about you, as well.”
Hey Gang! While we were hanging out at the recent Dealer Expo we shot this pic of a “radical” custom bike, that looked just a little out of place amongst the usual American twin iron.
Well it just goes to show that you can’t count out any bikes from the custom scene these days! An early Goldwing Model with tons of time, energy and flashy bits, can turn into a real head-turner! Of course, seeing this golden oldie raised our interest in what may be happening out in the world of Wings.
Well, we turned up this site devoted to the customization of “Naked Wings” and there is lots of eye candy for someone who’s tastes fall further into flat fours, than vee-twins!
Here are a few more examples of taking an overloaded and plastic enshrouded machine, and showing off it’s inner, nude beauty
Sweet new 8 and a half minutes from ICON. High production value, high action and skill, highly irresponsible use of a perfectly good back tire! Check it out
The sequel to the Icon original video: Motorcycle vs. Car Drift Battle – Nick ‘Apex’ Brocha is back and this time he brought his Empire teammate, Ernie Vigil. The two are mounted on a pair of crackling Triumph Speed Triples – built by Roaring Toyz for the sole purpose of going sideways. Over the last year their quest to find the ultimate drifting playground has led them to the rolling hills of High Plains County. Low traffic, perfect asphalt and endless twisties have kept them busy resurfacing roads with their rear tires for weeks. The only problem is the local authorities have had enough. Enter Police Officer Dan Brockett, the only man with the muscle to keep these two in sight. His 550 horsepower Ford Mustang Cobra was built for speed and he’s got a license to use it…
Under the same sky, riding the same roads, out on a bike with my knees in the breeze, this is why I first ever wanted a motorcycle.
Same sky?
Same roads?
What’s that about? Well here I want to share a story. It can’t be really unique, but is certainly personal. I hope other riders out there that relate, will chime in with their thoughts as well.
When I was four years old, my Dad drowned while having a fun day out on the river with his friends. He was a big, laughing, over-the-top fun lover, and his loss really shook the lives of not only myself, but all of his family, and friends too…
As those of you know, who’ve grown up without one of your parents, the dynamics and conversations that do or don’t happen, are not quite the Beaver Cleaver model. We certainly had our share of dysfunction and fights, deep hurt and one big hairy elephant in the room. No one ever talked about my Dad.
As a product of this tragedy in our family, He was a subject and issue that was rarely mentioned, usually only during a real bad fight. Because of this, I really grew up without knowing much about him at all. Sometimes I wondered if there was some big secret that everyone else knew, but didn’t want to share. Actually, I think they all missed him so much, it was just too hard to talk about.
One thing that I had a vague recollection of, was that he had Motorcycles. Since I was four when he passed, I really didn’t remember riding with him, although it turns out I did. I really didn’t even see pictures of his bikes till I was 18 or so. I just had an awareness that motorcycles and my Dad went together.
It really wasn’t ever a question in my mind growing up, I just always knew, that as soon as I was able to, I was buying a motorcycle.
On my high school graduation day, another family member gave me a picture of him and I together on his white Moto-Guzzi and I had a hell-of-a-time keeping my composure. It was the first picture that I had, of him and I together, and it was a classic! It may have been that gift that steeled my resolve for bike shopping.
That summer, I was 18 years old, and spent a couple months looking out for a bike. A friend of a friend was getting married and needed to sell his Honda 500 Ascot. I had $700 in hand and all of sudden, I was finally a motorcycle owner! I’m not sure I really cleared this with my parents (Mom and Step-Dad), who I still lived with at the time, but I know there was some skepticism, about me riding out on the road on two-wheels.
I had grown up with four-wheelers/ATV’s, but this was my first real two-wheeled experience.
I remember clearly a conversation with my Mom about owning a motorcycle. Something was brought up about why I “Needed” a bike.
That was when the truth finally came out.
It was all about my Dad. I didn’t need a bike, I needed to feel a connection and have something real in my life, that I knew he loved in his.
I just wanted to feel that when I was out riding, in the same places that I knew he probably rode too, that I could feel that his spirit was with me, as I was enjoying the same blue sky, the same strips of road, the same love of motorcycling.
I’ve owned bikes ever since my first Honda 500.
I’ve continued to feel a great kinship and spirit from my Dad, who I’m sure has been riding along with me on every trip.
One ride stands out in my mind clear as a bell. Several years ago, my buddies and I were out on a beautiful Saturday afternoon. The weather was perfect, we’d had a good few hours in of back-roads and stops for refreshments here and there. We were crossing the dam of one of our local lakes, and off to my right, just adjacent to our road, was a hawk, flying in-line with us. He wasn’t swooping by, or crossing our path, he was just cruising along, as if he was another member of our crew.
For some reason, it was only at that moment, that I realized what the date was. May 21st. The same day that years ago was a beautiful Saturday afternoon when my Dad was out with his friends, and never made it home.
Sometimes when you’re out for a ride, you just know that there is something bigger, more powerful than yourself and your two cylinders getting you safely down the road.
Alright Gang – I have to admit that the Cafe Racer comeback has given me many daydreams of flying low, tucked into a vintage machine with glorious sounds in the air! Here is one example of taking the Cafe Racer concept somewhere, I’m not sure it was ever supposed to go. Hey ya gotta love the creativity and run-watcha’-brung attitude of this TW200 Cafe, complete with original knobby tires!
Check out the video on YouTube and let us know what you think, can any bike be cafe’d??
Hey Gang, we ran across the Top 100 Sports Photos of 2011 from lfpress.com – There are two that show bikes, Maybe we could work together to combine the top 100 Motorcycle Photos of 2011 – Send em over to anichols@kandgcycles.com and we’ll put up our own post. Include your bike, it’ll be fun!
JANUARY 9 – Spain’s biker Marc Coma rides his KTM on the stage 7 Arica-Atacama of the 2011 Dakar Rally, in Chile. Chile’s Francisco Lopez, riding an Aprilia, took the motorcycle honours on Sunday with France’s defending champion Cyril Despres on a KTM in second. Lopez came in after the 273km stage almost two and a half minutes clear of Despres with Spanish rider Marc Coma in third. (AFP PHOTO/Daniel GARCIA)
JUNE 25 – Honda MotoGP rider Marco Simoncelli of Italy (L) and Yamaha MotoGP rider Jorge Lorenzo of Spain (R) run off the track after a crash in the first lap during the MotoGP race of the Grand Prix in Assen. (REUTERS/Michael Kooren)
Here is a fun list of top bargain bikes of 2012. Popular Mechanics has put out rich list of bottom-dollar beauties. I encourage you to check out all the pics and details at the original article here:
My Question today is this: From among these choices, if you could have any one stuffed in your Christmas stocking for free, which would it be?? I’ll post the list up here and put my answer down below. We’d like the K and G Gang to hash out which is the best of the bunch!
So, what would My Choice be?? Well out this bunch, I’d have to go with the V-Strom. Throw some knobbier treads on it, and hit the backroads and maybe some mountain trails too. I’ll stick with the trusty Guzzi for the highway, but getting a little dirty is fun too!
Our Peelback Specials continue on, right through this special season!! Dressing up your bike, with these killer accessories from K and G Cycles, is sure to make your holiday merrier!!
Give your bike that “Old-School” look, and save your hard-earned bucks while you do it!
Chrome straight fishtail tip set has an inner diameter of 1-3/4″ to fit over a 1-3/4″ outer diameter pipe and are 29″ long.
Fits: Custom application for 1-3/4″ pipes, UOM: 2 – PR. We knocked 10% off to give you a great deal. $124.91
If you’re looking for a tank, check out this option!
Gas tank is a chopper style axed gas tank which accepts a right side petcock. Tank features dual bung and a 4 bolt bottom for ISO mount straps.
For use on custom applications. Order mount straps separately. Check the tank for flaws and fit before painting. Do not grind or sand the seams or joints. Clean the inside of the tank. It is suggested to pressure test and use a tank sealer. We suggest using Kreem gas tank combo kit to clean, condition, and seal to help stop leaks and prevent corrosion. Check petcock opening, making sure the petcock can be easily installed. Petcock fitting should be masked or plugged during painting for easy installation of petcock. Fits: Custom application, UOM: 1 – EA.
Top Length: 20-3/4″, Bottom Length: 19″, Rear Width: 6-3/4″, Front Width: 14-1/4″, Rear Height: 1-1/2″, Front Height: 8-3/4″, Front Tunnel Height: 5″, Rear Tunnel height: 1″, Tunnel Length: 19-1/2″
$107.60 That a 10% savings!!
Billet 5-3/4″ rocket style headlamp features H-4 60/55 watt clear bulb with fluted glass, smooth body, and bottom mount style.
Does not include mount block. *NOTE: D.O.T. approved. Fits: Custom application, UOM: 1 – EA. Length 7-3/4” Save 10% off of retail, $107.60
Chrome billet rotar style air cleaner assembly includes washable filter. Assembly is for CV carburetors.
Measures 5″ long x 6 1/4″ wide x 2 3/4″ high, Includes 2 replaceable H3 style 55 watt halogen bulbs, Smooth (non-faceted) lens meets E1 requirements. Mount features 2 button head Allen pivot bolts that eliminate the conventional nut on one side. Does not include a high beam indicator. Aluminum construction. Chrome Plated Headlight Assembly. This is a huge 20% off savings. $98.99
We certainly appreciate the benefits of protective riding gear here at K and G Cycles. In fact, our online superstore is a place to find everything to keep your body safe, from helmets all the way down to boots!
However, if you’re fashion taste in biker gear, leans all the way out of the normal, into the super-heroic, then you’ll have to check into these offerings from Universal Designs Ltd. These “motorcycle riding suits” are one of kind recreations from the latest comic/super-hero movies. Check out this Batman full leather riding suit, compete with gloves, jacket, zip-on pants and boots! The design work is pretty amazing and their website offers more than just Batman styled gear. Iron Man, Tron, Storm Trooper and more are all available. For hardcore fans, but maybe not, hardcore bikers, these suits, are worth checking out!
From the udreplicas.com website:
With its chiseled anatomy, this seemingly basic design is anything but simple. There’s a real sense of symmetry that not only had to be recreated…but respected all throughout the creation of this BATMAN BEGINS™ leather suit.
With great attention to the source material, every effort to maintain and respect the beautifully sculpted armor details as they were seen on screen have now been faithfully replicated down to the smallest and seemingly most insignificant of details. Every angle, bevel, edge…including the layered torso armor details and raised abdomen sections are all faithfully replicated in this officially licensed motorcycle suit. While designed with the rider in mind, make no mistake…yes you can wear this as your every day leather jacket of choice. (or as a set)
Not a motorbike rider? No problem, the internal CE approved body armor is easily removable making this a truly easy and cool looking ‘fashionable’ BATMAN™ leather jacket or full suit. Every element of this replica suit from the jacket, pants, boots and gloves is completely custom made and in no way incorporates anything pre-existing or off the shelf. No detail was left to chance, and nothing was simplified. Every detail from the floating shoulders to the natural curvature of the pectoral armor all feature beveled, curved or raised highlights that further add to it’s screen accurate status.
Universal Designs Ltd. has once more done the impossible with cow hide leather.
This is where it all started.
Now…are you ready to BEGIN?
Hey K and G Gang! We recently brought you the news of a factory-made Triumph motorcycle styled to replicate the iconic movie-bike from The Great Escape. Here is a story about a similarly-themed cycle that was recently built, customized and then ridden to replicate the provenance of the same McQueen movie-bike, all in the name of charity. From the Bonham’s website comes this story about how important it is to the Great Escape 2 charity to create a project that captures the imagination and a sizable donation for the Armed Forces charities.
A unique motorcycle created for the 2011 Great Escape 2 – a charity motorcycle ride across Europe to commemorate the 50 RAF officers who met their demise after the so-called ‘Great Escape’ from the German prisoner of war camp Stalag Luft III in March 1944 – is to be sold in Bonhams auction of Collectors’ Motorcars and Motorcycles on Thursday 1st December at Mercedes Benz World, Weybridge, Surrey. The 2011 Triumph Bonneville T100 ‘Great Escape’ on offer is a modern version of the one ridden by Steve McQueen in epic 1963 film The Great Escape which immortalized the heroic exploits of these prisoners of war and starred Richard Attenborough, James Garner and McQueen. It is being sold with the registration ‘WW11 POW’ and is estimated to fetch £9,000-12,000.
The ‘Great Escape 2′ charity ride was held in June 2011. The 3,200-mile journey took in 12 European countries and visited sites associated with ‘The Great Escape’ including the town of Füssen in Bavaria where McQueen’s famous ‘wire jump’ was filmed, though the stunt itself was actually performed by Steve’s great friend, Bud Ekins. ‘WW11 POW’ was taken to easily recognizable settings and photographed in poses similar to those of Steve on the bike during the making of the film. It has been photographed in many other historical locations, appeared on television and been featured in many magazines and national media publications.
Although not historically accurate, the scene of the ‘wire jump’ is known the world over and Steve’s 1962 Triumph TR6 Trophy has been seen on posters and T-shirts and been viewed by millions on film and television. So a decision was made to create a modern version of the McQueen bike to accompany six other classic Triumphs from the factory’s current range on a tour to raise money for The Royal British Legion and ‘Help for Heroes’.
The motorcycle itself is a 2011 Triumph T100, which has been modified to incorporate Hagon shock absorbers, wider handlebars, concealed indicators, modified mudguards, military drab paintwork, solo seat and Triumph performance exhaust pipes, which give a wonderful sound. It has now covered 5,000 miles, has been fully serviced, is in excellent condition and still under the manufacturer’s warranty. The machine will be supplied with a comprehensive photographic record of the ‘Great Escape 2′ event and is sold with its most appropriate ‘WW11 POW’ registration, current road fund licence and Swansea V5C document. All sale proceeds will go to Armed Services charities.
James Stensel, Motorcycle Specialist at Bonhams, comments, “It is a pleasure to be offering this machine on behalf of such worthy causes. The team at GE2 have put in so much effort in to reach the culmination of this project and we ask bidders to bid generously.”
