Bikes and Builder Department

VON DUTCH KUSTOM CYCLES CHOSEN TO BUILD OFFICIAL CUSTOM MOTORCYCLE OF THE 2006 STURGIS MOTORCYCLE RA

"Von Dutch Kustom Cycles, Rancho Cucamonga, CA, (www.vondutchkustomcycles.com) has been unanimously selected by the Sturgis Chamber of Commerce to build the official custom bike for the 2006 Sturgis Motorcycle Rally. Von Dutch Kustom Cycles, with it’s winning bike design, the Cruelworld Softail Chopper, was awarded this prestigious honor, beating out numerous motorcycle companies, manufacturers, OEM’s and custom builders. The bike, which has been built for the 66th Annual Sturgis Rally, will be raffled off for charity through the Sturgis Chamber of Commerce Charitable Foundation and Sturgis Rally Charities."

Pickings Department

Bikers take a turn at philosophy

"Harley-Davidson and Philosophy is an anthology of 14 articles by 12 authors; most are professors, some are philosophers. All seem to be motorcycle enthusiasts. In the book's foreword, R.K. Stratman states, "I am not a philosopher ... After reading several of the essays I felt intimidated." "

Jalopnik: Monowheel Action





"We’ve been aware of Kerry McLean’s Monowheels since he set a record in one at Bonneville back in 2001. The Freep did a bit on the mad inventor, who also has a hot rod piano and a Milner-esque coupe. Plus, it’s in full-motion streaming video, so y’all can bask in the raucous glory of the of the built Briggs & Stratton’s put-put. We so want one — we just wanna know where dude gets tires for the thing. [Thanks to Justin for the tip.]"


Brought to you by George from Bikes n Choppers.