IBxAnders, Author at Harley Davidson Forums - Page 32 of 38

Walter Davidson. Not only is he the Davidson of Harley-Davidson, he was a serious rider as well. How serious? Davidson won the 1908 Federation of American Motorcyclists two-day, 365-mile endurance race on a stock, one-cylinder bike. He was the only competitor to receive a perfect score, and his determination would set the tone for the […] More »

Now to your fluids. There’s much debate over oil and types and what you should use and blah blah blah. Insert long flaming thread here.   Me? I’m the type that changes the oil in the spring, and then rides the season on that oil change. If I was ever to go over 10K in […] More »

Now that we have the bike ready to start, roll, and run, it’s time to go over the little things you should be keeping your eyes on. Check your lighting, making sure your signals and brake lights are working. Also check your cables, as they may need lubed from not being in use, and most […] More »

Next we have tires. They have a tendency to lose air over the winter, and even if they look fine, should be checked.  Even though they’re the only part actually designed to touch the road, tires are probably one of the most ignored things on a motorcycle, and you should already be in the habit […] More »

The 1936 Harley-Davidson Knucklehead Now, You might think that the first Harley to grace the streets of Milwaukee–“tomato can” carb and all–would be the most important. I disagree. The first bikes were important, as the JD’s of the 1920’s also were. But I’m going with the first overhead valve V-Twin produced by the Motor Company […] More »

photo courtesy dennyo Now, it’s not like I’m writing up the recipe for cold fusion. The number one reason Harleys are better than crotch rockets should be obvious. Which bike do you see more good looking women on back of? No doubt about it, chicks dig Hogs. Look at the passenger seat on an average […] More »

The rumble of the American-made motor, glowing paint, mirrored chrome and lack of plastic make for a motorcycle that commands respect and admiration. In contrast, crotch rockets are clad in recycled pieces of plastic and make weird noises. Any chrome is simulated, and the motor is so ugly to look at that it’s hidden behind […] More »