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METZELER Expands Classic Racing RACETEC RR Range with 18-inch Sizes

With the RACETEC RR now in the new 18-inch sizes, in addition to the existing 17-inch sizes, METZELER approaches classic racing focusing on high performance post-classic motorcycles.

Life in the Vintage Lane

TODAY’S CUSTOM CULTURE IS HUGELY INFLUENCED BY MOTORCYCLING’S PAST It would be hard to argue the huge influence vintage motorcycling has had on today’s custom culture. We must remember an antique motorcycle is vintage but a vintage bike may not be an antique. Vintage actually represents the enduring characteristics of a period in time when

Apparel Pro: Vintage & Retro

While the motorcycle industry thrives on new bike sales, it’s a lot of fun to watch the resurgence of interest in the older, vintage bikes. Driven in large part by the hipster market, which is huge in several unlikely markets across the United States, I see lots of opportunities for dealers to profit from the

Retrograde Motion: What is Old is New Again!

Slab seats, flat bars and universal tread tires… what is old is new again. In a case of retrograde motion, these classic hallmarks seem to be the choice of builders these days (see sidebar on the Handbuilt show).

Wall of Death Show to Feature Kawasaki Riders at AMA Vintage Motorcycle Days

Motorcycle daredevils will be thrilling crowds every hour, riding vintage bikes on a vertical wall inside the American Motor Drome Wall of Death at AMA Vintage Motorcycle Days, featuring the Riders of Kawasaki, July 7-9 at Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course in Lexington, Ohio. A crowd favorite, the show features a motor drome – a silo-shaped

Modern Brake Technology for Classic Bikes

Designed for classic road racing, SBS Dual Carbon Classic (DCC) racing pads are modern technology for serious historic racers.

Vintage Japanese Motorcycle Club of North America to Host 40th Anniversary at AMA Vintage Motorcycle Days

The Vintage Japanese Motorcycle Club of North America will be celebrating its 40th anniversary during AMA Vintage Motorcycle Days on July 7-9 at Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course in Lexington, Ohio.

AMA Vintage Motorcycle Days Features Inaugural Youth Vintage National Championship Classes

Youth competitors will be able to vie for national championships in vintage hare scrambles and motocross at AMA Vintage Motorcycle Days, on July 7-9 at Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course in Lexington, Ohio.

Racing Schedule Announced for 2017 AMA Vintage Motorcycle Days

Motorcycle fans and racers will have the opportunity to experience three days of action-packed motorcycle competition during the 2017 AMA Vintage Motorcycle Days on July 7-9 at Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course in Lexington, Ohio.

Seven Motorcycle Clubs to Form Club Corral at AMA Vintage Motorcycle Days

Vintage bike exhibits from seven motorcycle clubs will form the Club Corral display at AMA Vintage Motorcycle Days. Three clubs — the Ton Up Club, the Cincinnati Café Racer Club/Garage Brewed Moto and the Vintage Japanese Motorcycle Club — are Premier Exhibitors this year.

Janus Motorcycles to Host Demo Rides at AMA Vintage Motorcycle Days

Janus Motorcycles will be offering demo rides for two of its street models during AMA Vintage Motorcycle Days, July 8-10 at Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course in Lexington, Ohio. Attendees can ride the Janus Halcyon 250 and Phoenix 250 for free during the event.

Moto Armory to Bring Massive Vintage Dirt Bike Display to AMA Vintage Motorcycle Days

Moto Armory, a collection of more than 600 vintage motorcycles in East Moline, Ill., will be on location at AMA Vintage Motorcycle Days, July 8-10 at Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course in Lexington, Ohio, displaying some of the coolest vintage machines from its vault.