BIG DOG MOTORCYCLE k9

Riding a 2010 big dog K9 motorcycle.

This video shows the riding of one really good looking big dog K9 motorcycle that looks to be brand-new.that looks like this big dog K-9 had the optional chrome package which included the wheels the rear fender struts and the front tees. The description from the video stated: 2010 K9 BIG DOG MOTORCYCLE. THUNDER MAX CAM, VANCE HINES BIG RAD. 2 INTO 2 PIPES,THUNDER JET CARB, K & N SWIRL CONE AIR CLEANER, 300 REAR TIRE, ORANGE W/BLUE TRIBAL GHOST FLAMES. ARLEN NESS MIRRORS. CUSTOM FLAME SEAT BY MASTER LUGO. (more…)

By biker1, 8 years ago

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San Diego motorcycle videos YouTube

As all our readers and subscribers know, not only do I produce my own motorcycle videos but I also put up other people’s videos that I think are interesting here on this San Diego motorcycle site. Well, it sure seems that there are a lot of motorcycle riders out there who appreciate my own (almost exclusively about choppers) videos.

On YouTube, our channel is under the name of: Pilotjoe7 and is located at: https://www.youtube.com/user/Pilotjoe7/

San Diego motorcycle videos YouTube

The graphic above is directly from YouTube and shows that for recent 28 day period, our motorcycle channel had over 525 hours of people viewing just my own produced chopper videos! To tell you the truth, I was amazed by these numbers! (more…)

By biker1, 8 yearsOctober 19, 2017 ago

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Southern California Custom Motorcycle

This is an interview with Jim the proud owner of this California custom motorcycle. This video was made at the West Coast Thunder motorcycle ride set up area in Riverside California.

Well, we all know that the most popular motorcycle style is the bagger type motorcycle. Yes, the custom motorcycle fabrication TV shows are just a fond memory now. But, one should keep in mind that a classic style can go out of favor as the chopper has, but, the style itself will never die! (more…)

By biker1, 8 yearsOctober 17, 2017 ago

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San Diego Ca Motorcycles

Last month this site had over 21,900 unique visitors! actually, for the last six months this site averaged over 23,000 unique visitors per month!

So, once again I like to say thanks to all my loyal visitors and for all you new people coming here for the first time be sure to mark this site is one of your favorites if you’re into custom motorcycles.

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From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia:

According to IFABC Global Web Standards, a unique user (UU) is “An IP address plus a further identifier. The term “unique visitor” may be used instead of “unique user” but both terms have essentially the same meaning (see below). Sites may use User Agent, Cookie and/or Registration ID.” Note that where users are allocated IP addresses dynamically (for example by dial-up Internet service providers), this definition may overstate or understate the real number of individual users concerned. (more…)

By biker1, 8 years ago

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How to adjust suspension on a motorcycle

This video is about adjusting progressive 422 motorcycle shocks on my 2006 American Ironhorse Texas Chopper. many of the same principles for adjusting these motorcycle shocks will apply to other models of motorcycles. But, it’s very important to first check with your motorcycle manufacturer as to the types of shocks recommended as well as the recommended adjustment to these motorcycle shocks.

A number of models of the American Ironhorse motorcycles used the same shocks, mounted horizontally under the frame. besides the Texas Chopper I also know (because I owned one) these Progressive shocks were used on the Legend model (of the American Ironhorse model line) as well. Also, these same shocks were use on the Big Dog K-9. Again, I know this because I’ve owned a couple of those Big Dog k9 models.

The advantage of having these horizontally mounted under the frame shocks is that they help provide a lower rigid frame look to choppers, without having to put up with the harsh ride of a rigid frame. Plus, in my mind, they provide a much cleaner look to any motorcycle. Who wants to look at too big bulky shocks mounted on the sides of your rear tire? (more…)

By biker1, 8 years ago

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Hubless motorcycle wheels

Future Custom Motorcycles

Are hubless motorcycle wheels the next big look for true custom choppers?

Hubless or centreless wheels technically speaking are not without hub.
Instead of this, the hub is as large as the wheel itself and the axle is hollow.

Since there are pieces that bolt to hold the inner race,THAT is the hub,albeit a large one.A wheel cannot be hubless or it would roll away on its own.it APPEARS hubless.I’m not saying it doesn’t look cool as hell,I’m just saying the inner race,and the system that clamps it is in effect,a hub,it is just so large you don’t notice it..You don’t need sopkes to make it an axle hub.One piece spun aluminum wheels have no spokes,but still have a central hub.In this case the inner race is used as a hub. (more…)

By biker1, 8 yearsSeptember 16, 2017 ago

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Motorcycle suspension bolt – Motorcycle shock bolts – Progressive shock bolt failure

Motorcycle suspension bolt

This is video two of two about my progressive shock bolt failure. to fully understand the situation, I would advise taking a look at the first video that I did about this, the hyperlink is below: https://sandiegocustommotorcycles.info/motorcycle-shock-bolt-snapping/

In this video about the motorcycle suspension bolt failure, I focus on what the cause may have been and a simple way to add a couple second procedure to your annual motorcycle maintenance check, that may prevent this situation from happening to your motorcycle. (more…)

By biker1, 8 yearsSeptember 13, 2017 ago

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Motorcycle shock bolt snapping

Motorcycle shock bolt snapping – progressive shocks

Okay, here comes my motorcycle riding story in the category of ‘there I was – thought I was going to die!’. this video is about shearing off the rear bolt that holds one of my two progressive shocks on my American Ironhorse Texas Chopper motorcycle.

I have a lot to say in this video and so it got a little long, now this video should be considered number one of two videos ( working on the second one right now) about this motorcycle riding incident. This first video talks about exactly what happened leading up to and during the bolt that secures my progressive 442 shocks to the frame of my motorcycle snapping off on the freeway.

My two favorite factory built custom choppers, the American Ironhorse and the Big Dog motorcycles both use the Progressive 422 shocks mounted horizontally under a number of their softail models. currently I’m riding the Texas Chopper that shown in this video, but, I have owned, and hopefully will only again, a Big Dog K-9. Both of these great bikesuse the horizontally mounted progressive 422 shocks

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By biker1, 8 years ago

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Double Motorcycle Crash

One motorcycle crash leads to another crash. Both riders were alright.

In 2013, two-wheeled motorcycles accounted for 93 percent of all motorcycles in fatal crashes. In 2013, motorcyclists accounted for 14 percent of all traffic fatalities, 4 percent of all people injured, 18 percent of all occupants (driver and passenger) fatalities, and 4 percent of all occupants injured. (more…)

By biker1, 8 years ago

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Old School Choppers

A lot of old school choppers for your viewing pleasure:

Old School Chopper – Harley Chopper

Old School Choppers – From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia:

In the post-World War II United States, servicemen returning home from the war started removing all parts deemed too big, heavy, ugly, or not essential to the basic function of the motorcycle, such as fenders, turn indicators, and even front brakes. The large, spring-suspended saddles were also removed in order to sit as low as possible on the motorcycle’s frame. These machines were lightened to improve performance for dirt-track racing and mud racing. In California dry lake beds were used for long top speed runs. Motorcycles and automobiles ran at the same meets, and bobbers were an important part of the hotrod culture that developed in this era. (more…)

By biker1, 8 years ago