West Coast Choppers Jesse James

West Coast Choppers – Custom Chopper Builder Jesse James

Jesse James is a bad boy — both literally and figuratively. He’s a tattooed, thrill-seeking, motorcycle enthusiast who perfectly encapsulates a certain “outlaw” archetype, especially with his name. But he’s also engaged in actual bad behavior, from petty crime as a youth to cheating on America’s sweetheart, and even assaulting paparazzi, which he freely and gleefully admits. So it’s no surprise that he was bound to flame out hard.

When the scandal over his infidelities reached a fever pitch, James not only walked away from his lucrative TV projects, he also shut down his legendary West Coast Choppers garage in Long Beach, California and left the state for good. Aside from a few interviews and the release of a tell-all book, he’s basically been a ghost since then. Here’s what happened to Jesse James…

By biker1, 9 years ago

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Motorcycle Crash and Burn

Not sure what really happened to cvause this crash. Sure seems like he was going very fast, but, he roads are as wide as hell you can see the corners coming from a miles away it just doesn’t make sense. It was a smooth corner, did then rider just zone out or hallucinate and not realize there was a turn?

Well, how many times have we heard people use the phrase crash and burn? Unfortunately, this motorcycle accident is exactly that . . . A crash and burn!

One thing is for certain here, this motorcycle accident could have been much much worse if not for the fact that another motorcyclist pulled the rider away from the burning bike and shrubbery. To me, it looks like the accident rider was in no condition to get away from the bike in the flames which would’ve resulted in certain horrible death.

I don’t know what the outcome to this accident was at least as far as the motorcycle riders injuries. But, I believe he was extraordinarily fortunate to have other motorcycle riders right there. (more…)

By biker1, 9 yearsJune 4, 2017 ago

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Memorial Day 2017

Great Memorial Day Speech by President Ronald Reagan When I hear “Make America Great Again”… This is what I think about. Sad to say many of our youth have been taught that America has NOT been great. They are being taught by the Progressives that WE are the problem Read more

By biker1, 9 years ago

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Harley-Davidson stunt riders 360 video

California Harley-Davidson stunt riders 360 video taken in San Marcos Ca.

Harley-Davidson stunt riders 360 video -This video was made with the Samsung Gear 360° camera. the original format is in 4K and it set up for viewing with virtual-reality goggles. But, the original file was saved to my Samsung S7 phone where it was automatically stitched together into the format you see below.

So, by using your cursor or the directional arrows in the upper left-hand corner of the video, you can watch a motorcycle that starts off to the left of the camera and then slowly pan the video to the right to keep that motorcycle in frame as its traveling. you can also use the directional arrows to look behind you as well as up and down as the video is playing.

This camera also takes still pictures in 360°. You can set the camera up on a tripod, and then use your Samsung phone to either activate the video or to take a still photo. personally, I believe this Samsung year 360 camera is one of the best 360° affordable cameras on the market today. This is the ideal tool for Realtor to present the perspective buyer with a virtual tour of the property, without having to leave the real estate office. (more…)

By biker1, 9 yearsMay 25, 2017 ago

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Harley Electric Motorcycle

Confirmed a new Harley electric motorcycle

Well, it’s been a little over two years since Harley announced and debuted it’s Project Livewire electric motorcycle. At that time, and just up to a few weeks ago, Harley-Davison had stated that it was a concept motorcycle. Now, Harley-Davison has just announced that they will definitively be producing an electric motorcycle. What is still up in the air though, is exactly when the general public will see this electric Harley added to their production bikes.

I’m sure most riders and the general public for that matter, think that an electric motorcycle is a new concept but actually the first electric motorcycle was patented in the United States in 1897! Bill Davidson the great grandson of William Davidson, the founder of Harley-Davidson stated recently, that just like their gas powered motorcycles have a very unique sound, they’re working to make their electric motorcycle to have a unique sound that will be totally different than their competitors. Naturally, it’s not going to sound like our current gas powered Harleys, but more like a jet turbine engine! (more…)

By biker1, 9 years ago

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American Ironhorse Tejas Model

When new, this moidel sold for approximately $28,995. Don’t get too excited, American Ironhorse went out of business in 2008. Because most of their bikes look like one off custom machines, they still remain in high demand in the resale market. I believe a huge factor in their continued high demand, besides their ultra-cool look, was the fact that they chose the American-made S&S engine to power all their motorcycles. Many other motorcycle manufacturers and custom builders went with imported V-twin engines, that most bikers consider way inferior when compared to the S&S engine.

This bike like most of the American Ironhorse line, came standard with the 111-inch S&S engine. AIH offered two other options: a 117-inch ($1,000) or a 124-inch ($2,000) motor. American Ironhorse opened for business in 1995. American Ironhorse was the largest factory producer of custom motorcycles in the United States until production ended in 2008. (more…)

By Oakley, 9 yearsMay 15, 2017 ago

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California Motorcycle Traffic

Last month this site had over 21,200 unique visitors!

For the last six months this site has had well over 21,000 unique visitors per month! I’d like to say thanks to all those visitors who are new to the site as well as my long time motorcycle site subscribers. With a motorcycle riding season fully underway now,, I just want to say that we have plans for a lot more do-it-yourself motorcycle maintenance and tips and naturally new motorcycle riding videos. (more…)

By biker1, 9 yearsMay 13, 2017 ago

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Motorcycle gas tank leak repair tip

Most motorcycles have steel gas tanks and over time the corrosive nests of the gas and oxidation on the inside of the tank can result in slow gas leaks.

When this occurs, most motorcycle riders opt to fix the tank rather than replace. It would seem that the most popular fix is with an internal gas tank liquid type epoxy liner.

If you’re thinking of doing this to your bike, watch this video because it can save you having to repaint your gas tank! (more…)

By Oakley, 9 yearsMay 11, 2017 ago

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California Car Show

California Car Show – The Cajon Classic Cruze

California hot rod shows – This is the 2017 open for the weekly ‘Cajon Classic Cruze’ auto show.

There are couple of things that are unique about the show, are a couple of things. First of all, starting in mid April, it’s everyone’s the evening from 5 PM to about 8 PM until the end of October.

The second thing that makes this show unique, is the fact that it’s totally free to enter your vehicle. Naturally, it’s also free for the spectators. Yes, this is sponsored by the local merchants, Chamber of Commerce and a local casino. (more…)

By Oakley, 9 years ago

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American Chopper

Starting in 2003, American Chopper dominated reality television for ten years, giving a look at the inside workings of Orange County Choppers with a mix of competition and drama that provided a model for all reality shows that have followed.

Unlike most so-called reality shows, though, the fighting, cursing, crying, welding, and painting on American Chopper was real. (more…)

By Oakley, 9 yearsMay 6, 2017 ago