Which Bobber is Best? Harley-Davidson, Indian or Triumph.

AMERIders loves to have discussions with its readers and today we bring into question another fun discussion Which Bobber is Best? Harley-Davidson, Indian or Triumph? What is your favorite? As a blog manager, and writer I have a pretty awesome job. It’s not always great – no job is – but this particular gig counters the not-great stuff with the fact I get to ride motorcycles, go on motorcycle rides, get the scoop on new motorcycles and write about all things motorcycles which I love. And over the past year, there have been three motorcycles I’ve talked with people about that, and that they have said they have loved riding the most. And they have been the various interpretations on the bobber theme. These have been presented by Harley-Davidson, Indian, and Triumph: the Street Bob, Scout Bobber, and Bonneville Bobber.

Of course, the obvious question I had to ask was: Which interpretation is best?

All three brands have unveiled new or updated bobber in past year

I realize there are some members of the old school who will argue that none of these bikes are “true” bobbers by the very nature of their being production models, but let’s just put that argument to the side for now. Definitions change. It seems the current definition of a bobber is an aesthetically stripped-down cruiser with mid-set pegs and a solo seat. Even that definition is a loose one (pegs on the Scout Bobber are a little far forward to be called mid-set), so it’s no surprise that each of the brands has offered up a uniquely different take.

Another important aspect of a bobber, it seems, and one that is no less difficult to define is the concept of heritage. Bobbers are bikes that aesthetically harken back to a different time – ostensibly the post-WWII era when returning servicemen stripped their bikes of all unnecessary weight for the sake of going faster. Each of the three brands trade heavily on a heritage that stretches back more than a century; Indian traces its roots to 1901, Triumph to 1902, and Harley-Davidson to 1903. Harley is the only member of the group that can claim to have actually been manufacturing motorcycles the whole time, but all three can legitimately claim to have been part of the original bobber movement. (I will write about Bikes in the Military in the coming weeks)

Before we get to the question of which has delivered the better modern interpretation, however, let’s remind ourselves of what we’re dealing with:

Harley-Davidson Street Bob

Indian Scout Bobber

Triumph Bonneville Bobber

So, Which One is Best?

Before I start these next few sentences this is not my personal opinion I don’t ever try to put that into my articles for you, if it is my personal opinion I will tell you guys and gals up front. Now with that out of the way lets get on with it.

The Triumph Bonneville Bobber easily takes the prize when it comes technology and comfort. It is packed with standard goodies like ABS, traction control, riding modes, and “torque-assist clutch” (aka slipper clutch). The only one of these you’ll find on the Harley or Indian is ABS, and in the United States that feature is an extra that will cost more. Meanwhile, the seating position on the Triumph is adjustable, which means you automatically have a better shot at being comfortable.

Even in its more aggressive stance, some prefer the Triumph for frames like over 6ft. The Harley has an odd riding position that is ultimately fun but takes some getting used to, whereas the Indian’s stock rider triangle is pretty challenging for a gangly fella.

The biggest strike against the Triumph is the fact it relies on chain final drive. The other two are belt-driven, which makes life a lot easier. Cleaning and lubing the Triumph’s chain will require a paddock stand at the very least, and adjusting chain tension is the sort of pain-in-the-ass task that, I’m certain, is at the heart of most people’s decision to buy shaft-driven bikes. Additionally, the Bonneville Bobber’s 9-liter tank (2.3 US gallons) is the tiniest of the bunch (12.5 liters for the Indian; 13.2 liters for the Harley).

The Indian scores the W when it comes to starting price, but that’s a false savings since ABS costs extra (if you want ABS, the Triumph is least expensive). I’ll also give the nod to the Indian when it comes to aesthetics. Just barely. And that’s obviously a matter of personal taste, which could be influenced by your personal bias toward a motorcycle brand. I have a special place in my heart for a certain brand myself, so it should come as no surprise that in a contest between three beautiful machines I’m going to choose the one with “Harley” written on the tank. Truthfully, you can’t go wrong with any of them.

In terms of engine, the Indian wins as the Scout Bobber’s 1133cc powerplant give you the best elements of the other two contenders – the sportiness of the Triumph and the visceral meanness of the Harley – with the benefit of considerably more horsepower. The ability to tear away in a generally un-cruiser-like manner will put the spirit of hooliganism in you. As such, although the Indian lacks the Triumph’s capacity to lean it feels better suited to zipping through traffic; a particularly low center of gravity aids this.

The biggest drawback of the Scout Bobber is that it does feel quite tiny if you’re 6 feet 1 inch tall; its seat is particularly low to the ground and the riding position scrunches you up. Not as much as on the Harley, but enough to make you feel small. Which is a strange way to feel on a 255kg bike that’s 2.2 meters long. The feeling is alleviated somewhat by the addition of mini ape-hanger handlebars, which allow you to sit more upright and give you a greater sense of commanding the bike.

Lastly, where the Harley really manages to beat the other two is in presence and, possibly, gravitas. With its enormous Milwaukee Eight V-twin rumbling between your knees, the Street Bob feels the most substantial. The Harley’s riding position is by far the most squished but you don’t notice as much because the bike is bigger, and it feels that way: not huge, nor oversized, but of decent bulk.

Aesthetically, whereas the Indian and Triumph are steeped in ornate touches, the Harley sticks a little more to the bare-bones spirit of a bobber. Everything is done very, very well, but the Street Bob looks a little more rough and ready, a little more willing to be caked in mud, and a little more likely to look cool with rust. (am I, right? oops sorry is that my opinion sticking in there?)

Additionally, you simply have to acknowledge the strength of the Harley-Davidson name. It means something. People who don’t ride know what a Harley is; that isn’t necessarily the case for a Triumph or an Indian. Harleys are the only bikes I’ve ever ridden that have inspired people to salute as I’ve ridden past. For some riders, the Harley name has value greater than any other.

Harley’s biggest weakness is the fact it weighs 42 kg (93 lbs) more than the Indian or Triumph. The weight is low, so you don’t notice… until you jam on the brakes. All three bobbers run with a single disc up front and a single disc in the rear. It feels like enough (barely) on the lighter bikes, but on the Harley you definitely notice.

Ultimately, the answer to the question of which of these three bobbers is the best really depends on the person who’s ponying up the dough to buy it. It’s an individual decision. Does the bike fit your tastes, your riding style, etc? But, of course, that’s a cop-out answer; let’s choose a winner, dammit.

If you were to put a gun to my head, after a long period of back and forth I’d probably (and perhaps unsurprisingly, considering my bias) choose the Harley.

It’s the engine that does it for me. The Harley feels more substantial and has the insane amount of “Wheeee!” that the I love.Don’t get me wrong I have been on some of the other and they ride well. But it’s the rumble of an H-D that does it for me. Others will say it different but again that is only with a gun to my head. there is no clear winner here unless you yourself choose one.

We will be getting you the information on all the new lines ups for each of these heavy hitters in the next few weeks. So keep Reading.

~And as always….

~Live Free Ride Hard~

~AMERiders

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Did You Know How Harley-Davidson Bikes Became Known As “Hogs”?

Did You Know How Harley-Davidson Bikes Became Known As “Hogs”? AMERiders gives you the backstory and the answer to this question. For nearly 100 years, Harley-Davidson motorcycles have been referred to as “hogs.” Although you may assume that this nickname has something to do with the size or sound of their motorcycles (or perhaps the size or sound of their riders), the true origins of the nickname are rooted in racing.

Background of Racing

Harley-Davidson fielded its first factory race team in 1914 at the Dodge City 300. Although they were not victorious in their inaugural race, losing to archrival Indian, the five-man team came back to win at Dodge City in 1915 and 1916. In the years leading up to World War I, Harley riders dominated the sport of motorcycle racing, racking up first-place finishes across the United States earning the team the nickname “The Wrecking Crew.” (Which, ironically, is the same nickname that a group of Indian riders would pick up a few decades later)

All racing was postponed during WWI, with much of the motorcycle production going to military contracts, but once the war was over it was back to the track for the Wrecking Crew. They continued to come out on top, taking the checkered flag at board tracks and dirt tracks throughout the early 1920s. It was during this time that race team member Ray Weishaar acquired a pet piglet, which was quickly adopted as the team’s mascot. A tradition soon began of riding a victory lap after each win with the pig, whose name was Johnny, sitting on the gas tank of the winning race bike.

Thus the Knickname “Hogs” was born

This practice led to various journalists calling the racers “the Harley Hogs” as well as remarks that Harley was “hogging” all the victories from Indian and Excelsior. Eventually, the term “hog” became synonymous with any Harley-Davidson motorcycle. As the years went by, the company embraced the moniker and now “HOG” is used as an acronym for the Harley Owners Group as well as the Harley-Davidson Motor Company’s listing on the stock market. Harley’s marketing and art departments have also done their part to perpetuate the “hog” nickname, producing various ad campaigns and merchandise that feature images of hogs. The current artistic rendition of the hog looks nothing like old Johnny, but I guess no one would want to buy a motorcycle named after a cute little piglet.

Brand New Shiney Motorcycles Means Brand New Motorcycle Gear

With all these Brand New Shiney Motorcycles around for 2018, shouldn’t that mean that you should get Brand New Motorcycle Gear for yourself and that brand new motorcycle too? We at AMERiders love bright shiny new things we could play with them all day long but then we would never get any work done. So, we decided to offer up a few ideas for new gear to go along with a few bikes that are coming out this year.

The 2018 HD Softail Low Rider

This beauty which we showcased in our last blog is built to eat up the miles. So, why not find some gear that will last and eat up the miles with it. With its classic rake on the front end and it’s 70’s inspired graphics combined with modern cast wheels and LED forward lighting who wouldn’t decide that they didn’t need gorgeous new gear with their new bike?

Men’s Jacket With Eagle

Try out motorcycle apparel like this Men’s Jacket With Eagle it features the saying Live to Ride Ride to Live Highlighted in brown with the American Eagle clutching a USA shield.The brown is a classic look and would offset the classic look of the Low Rider perfectly adding to great Brand New Motorcycle Gear for this bike.

Other features of this classic jacket include a full, zip-out lining that runs through the sleeves, epaulets on the shoulders, a fold-down collar with button snaps, and a sturdy, front zip-up closure. Adjust it for comfort and fit with the leather belt, side laces, and zippered cuffs. No matter where you ride or how, you’ll be able to bring along some of your things with two waist pockets, a stash pocket, and a zippered pocket on the left front.

The 2018 HD Roadster

The 2018 Roadster

The 2018 Roadster combines stoplight-to-stoplight power, agility, and garage-built custom style to shatter every mold. WIth its blacked out styling from mirrors to exhaust shields and back its dark edge is sleek and mysterious.

Women’s Biker Boot Black

For stoplight-to-stoplight grip of the asphalt try our boots like this pair of Women’s Biker Boots in Black is a serious riding boot that looks just as great as it performs. Made for the open road featuring one piece molded outsole, side zipper for easy on and off, and oil resistant outsole. Gripping the asphalt is important so that you can keep the bike from going over or sliding out from underneath you, and our boots have great grip. Since this bike is powerful these boots are a great item to pair with it again for that Brand New Motorcycle Gear.

The 2018 HD Softail Deluxe

The 2018 Deluxe

The 2018 Softail Deluxe is Show-stopping, old-school glam, Deluxe is a nostalgic Boulevard custom that turns heads. It’s dripping with chrome, from stem to stern. The signature LED headlight is complemented by LED running lights featuring integrated LED turn signals. The all-LED lighting is filled out in the rear with a Tombstone taillight and turn signals. The Deluxe’s performance is updated, thanks to the Milwaukee-Eight 107 engine and the new, more capable Softail chassis. ABS is standard.

Diamond Plate 25mm Universal Motorcycle Replacement Handlebar Grips

So what should you pair with this bike for Brand New Motorcycle Gear, that is a good question for old school glam bike dripping with chrome? You find something that is dripping with chrome or looks old school or both. We have a list some of our chrome items available here. From Handle bar grips to Motorcycle Mirrors and More We are sure there are plenty of Brand New Motorcycle Gear items you will find to fit any new motorcycle you find this year.

~And as always….

~Live Free Ride Hard~

~AMERiders

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Moment of Silence for H-D’s Dyna. and Birth of 2018 Softail Cruiser Line

AMERiders likes to keep you up-to-date on current motorcycle news whether it be apparel, gear or Motorcycles themselves so here’s some news on H-D’s new 2018 Softail Cruiser Line. But first, let’s have a moment of silence for the H-D Dyna. The “rubber soul” of the Dyna line and its elastomer engine mounts are gone in as the new 2018 Softail-only cruiser line emerges.

It’s true

It may be hard for Dyna traditionalists to take “Softail” and “Low Rider” in the same model name, but that’s just what’s happened for 2018. It’s may be a big departure to drop the Dyna from the Harley-Davidson cruiser line up, the qualities that made the Low Rider a popular choice remain: It is still considered a blank canvas for customization. It also keeps the individualistic DNA of the 1970s chopper era that birthed the original Low Rider.

As with the rest of the new 2018 Softail model lineup, the Low Rider features a new version of the four-valve-per-cylinder Milwaukee-Eight 107ci V-twin with dual counterbalancers to cancel primary vibration. This allows the engine to be rigidly mounted in the frame, which increases chassis stiffness for improved handling. Harley-Davidson claims the 107ci Milwaukee-Eight makes the new bikes 10 percent faster from 0-60 than the High Output Twin Cam 103 engine used previously.

New Lighter Frame

A lighter, stiffer (compared to previous Softail and Dyna models) that takes the idea of form and function to a place that it’s never gone before. It’s the look of a hard tail from a bygone era that delivers a thoroughly modern ride. The mild-steel tubular frame has also been redesigned and is 65 percent stiffer than the outgoing Softail frame. This new frame has 50 percent fewer component parts, 22 percent fewer welds and, with the solid-mount engine, makes for an overall 34 percent more rigid chassis. This new frame (along with other changes) help reduce the weight of the Heritage Classic by 32 pounds for 2018. The new chassis also improves steering and increases available lean angle.

High-Performance Front Suspension and Rear Mono Shock

The New Showa Dual Bending Valve (SDBV) fork Harley-Davidson introduced to much praise on the FL touring line last year is now applied to 2018 Softail motorcycles. The Showa fork reduces weight and provides linear damping characteristics to provide a more comfortable, better controlled ride and improved handling. At the rear, dropping the twin shocks is a big departure. But the new single under-seat coil-over unit improves performance by offering increased wheel travel, more controlled damping and a larger range of spring preload adjustment.

At the rear, dropping the twin shocks is a big departure. But the new single under-seat coil-over unit improves performance by offering increased wheel travel, more controlled damping and a larger range of spring preload adjustment. It’s easily adjustable allowing for dynamic cornering capability, quicker acceleration, and braking while preserving the hardtail look.

Beauty in Throwback Style

Throwback style through dual tank mounted gauges, headlight visor and 70’s inspired tank graphics help to carry forward the traditional Low Rider cues. Not only that it is chromed out from headlight visor to exhaust and it has some beautiful bold aluminum wheels that stay true to the modern classic look.

This bike is truly beauty in motion.

~And as always….

~Live Free Ride Hard~

~AMERiders

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Fresh Looks for Long Hauls, Short Trips and everythng in between, plus a Quick Look at the New 2017 Harley-Davidson Street Rod

AMERiders brings you Fresh Looks for Long Hauls, Short Trips and everything in between, plus a Quick Look at the New 2017 Harley-Davidson Street Rod. Whether you have already started your riding season or are getting ready to you always want to look your best and have you and your bike prepared. We come bearing gifts of fresh looks that are the perfect blend of style and function whether you are taking a long haul or just a quick short trip you with your lady.

Ring in the Riding Season

Whether you want to keep the road gremlins away or add a distinctive touch to your ride a guardian bell will do the trick. We know that Motorcycle bells are a time-honored tradition for bikers everywhere.The sound of the guardian bells are supposed to deter bad luck and misfortune from sabotaging your trip and keep you safe from road hazards, mechanical failure, and spills.

Our bells are hand-sculpted from 100% lead-free pewter. Plus our selection of guardian bells come in a variety of designs ranging from patriotic symbols of the armed forces to animals such as dragons, butterflies, and many more.

Tip: According to tradition, A bells magical properties work best when given as a gift.

Fresh Looks for Men and Women and Children

Set off on your next ride with quality biker apparel that offers both protection and style. AMERiders carries premium motorcycle apparel in Fresh looks for men and women and children to help protect from nasty spills and the outside elements.

Our selection of motorcycle boots and biker jackets are essential for any rider and give that perfect blend of style and function. From rain suits to repel water and keep you dry to genuine leather motorcycle chaps to protect your legs from the hazards of the road, and everything in between.

Ride Into Spring in Style With these Classic Vests

Men Satisfy your craving for classic style

Satisfy your craving for classic style, but also satisfy your need to change lanes from a leather jacket to a denim vest during the spring with our Denim line such as our classic Men’s Black Denim Vest With Side Laces featuring an amazing quality from the slick black color to its outstanding material.

With an interior that is lined for comfort to the side straps to adjust yourself, you’ll fit in with ease. All it takes is 4 snaps and you close the vest. When you open it up, you will find a gun pocket to hold your toy including a nozzle strap to keep everything in place. Including that pocket, we have set multiple pockets inside and on the front panel of the vest. AMERiders wants to make people feel fully like themselves and as comfortable as they can be.

Ladies tell your story with great style

Ladies, we know you like to look great when riding whether it be with your man or on your own iron horse. So tell your story while looking great! From pins to patches, Our women’s denim and leather vests are a must for your next rally or bike ride. Our design and stitching is purposely minimal to keep all the focus on your collection of pins and patches, and of course you.

Like our Women’s Leather Vest With Laces On The Side will help you feel free as the wind when riding with this denim look vest. This classic style vest is highlighted by decorative ornamental braiding. Features Multiple pockets inside and out providing plenty of room for the lady biker on the go. The smooth nylon lining, four button snaps, and side laces make this vest very comfortable.

Don’t forget those little accessories

All bikers know the pain of a shrinking vest, regardless of whether it is denim or leather. No, we don’t mean shrinking from washing, it is the shrinking from the growing mid-section or the adding of layers underneath the vest during cold weather months. However, instead of buying another vest most bikers use Vest Extenders to extend out the size of the vest. At AMERiders we have a large selection of Vest Extenders in Leather Or Chain, to choose from that will fit any bikers unique style.

Like the front of your vest and don’t want to use a chain extender then use our one of our genuine leather

and enjoy the comfort. Very popular among riders that don’t want to give up their vest or just need to wear it over a Hoodie, increase the size of your vest with our top quality, genuine leather extensions.

Our USA Flag Vest Extender is a great way to help extend the size of your vest while also showing your patriotism for the USA and a bit of pizzazz to your vest. This extender is a leather with the USA Flag design on it. Attach it to your vest with snaps.

Skip Straight to the Hard Stuff With the 2017 Street Rod

Speaking of Fresh looks Harley-Davidson has a new Street Rod out that has the top of Fresh looks out grab it and some new street duds with us and be hot this spring.

If you’re going to hit it, hit it hard. The all-new Street Rod™ is built to take you to the edge. It’s got a new High Output Revolution X™ engine that red lines your adrenaline level at 9000 rpm. Drag style bars with bar-end mirrors, new 43 mm inverted front forks and piggyback reservoir rear shocks let you shred traffic like you’re starring in your getaway scene. One twist of the throttle and you’ll never look back.

Urban Mobility with s new engine.

We were all warned as kids about playing in the street. If you’re the sort who never listened to a word of it, we’ve got your motorcycle. The street is where the action is. The Harley-Davidson Street® series is a line of bikes built with one purpose in mind: to make the most of it. Every inch of the motorcycle has been thought through to meet the demands of navigating the urban landscape. The Street Rod™ features a new High-Output Revolution X™ engine that will rocket you from stoplight to red line at 9000 rpm. New 43 mm inverted front forks and piggyback reservoir rear shocks let you carve through clogged streets with ease. You get a pure, stripped down, aggressive look. Settle into the scooped, racing-style seat and you’ll never blend in with the crowd.

Last but not least

We want to say personally that we thank you for making us what we are, sticking with us each week. Without you we aren’t who we are. Please ensure you ride with safety as we want all our brothers and sisters to come home safe and sound….. And for those of you that drive vehicles and not motorcycles…..

~And as always….

~Live Free Ride Hard~

~AMERiders

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The New Harley-Davidson Iron 883 and Last Day of Halloween Sale!

We at AMERiders have two things for you today, and we will make them both short and sweet! First, our Halloween sale is ending this evening. Keep a watch on the clock to the top right as it ticks down to the end of the sale. Secondly, Harley-Davidson now has a new Iron 883 Motorcycle and we wanted to give you a bit of information on this beauty.

** Halloween Sale Ends at Midnight**

Don’t forget Halloween is just around the corner and we all know that Bikers like to dress up too. Our Halloween Sale has its final hours counting down right now! AMERiders is bringing spooky savings to you, on various items that are of the spooky nature. Look for our skeleton, ghosts, and or skulls as well as this ( ** On Sale for Halloween until 10/21/16** ) tag above the product description. Items have been taken from all over the site Apparel, Headwear, Helmets, and much more. To give you great wicked savings but it ends tonight at midnight Central time. (hence keeping an eye on our timer above.

We would like to thank all of you that are taking advantage of the savings we are offering in the store. If you haven’t taken advantage of it yet please go and check see what we have to offer you, and look for the ** On Sale for Halloween until 10/21/16** sale tag. Furthermore, these tags will no longer show once the sale is over. We don’t want you to miss it so check it out now.

The New 2017 Harley- Davidson Iron 883

The new Harley-Davidson Iron 883 is a gorgeous bike as you can see from the pictures, but as H-D says its “Aggressive throwback styling taken to a place altogether new. No need to shine this machine. Just get on and tear up the nearest street.” They have gone and really done it with this motorcycle especially for those that like the “Dark Arts” look.

H-D also said this about the Iron 883 “You’re looking at a pioneer of raw, blacked-out, stripped-down custom style. In the years since its introduction, it has only gotten better. Fine-tuned suspension. Tuck and roll seat. Black cast aluminum wheels with machined highlights. And blacked-out surfaces from fender to fender. You get everything you need. And nothing you don’t.”

As with the other 2017 line that gave you more of what you wanted.

Harley motorcycle riders have felt the pull to amp up their powertrain performance since the beginning. Greater acceleration as well as increased passing power, or just more of that rip-roaring, raw Harley-Davidson exhaust sound.

A performance engine build can be intimidating, but you don’t have to start from scratch. A factory-engineered Screamin’ Eagle® Stage upgrade is the place to start with complete, street compliant performance configurations for the increased torque and horsepower you are looking for.

Make it your own

As with all Harley Motorcycles, this 2017 Iron 883 is available to be customized to make it your own. Customize your Style, Fit, Color, Performance, Function and more to have a bike that is all you. It comes in 5 standard colors one being this gorgeous Hard Candy Hot Rod Red Flake shown here.

And as always….

~Live Free Ride Hard~

~But this month do it spookily~

~AMERiders

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And as always don’t forget to send us your stories, pictures and events for posting to GALLERY.AMERIDERS @ GMAIL.COM and we will post them for you. The more people that know about your event the better and we are offering free advertising. We would also love to hear about your rides and love to see those bikes so send those stories and pictures.

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2017 Sportster Forty-Eight from Harley-Davidson Has Plenty of Attitude

Harley-Davidson’s 2017 Sportster Forty-Eight Has lots of Attitude from fender to fender. Due to our enthusiasm for motorcycles, we at AMERiders are bringing you the low-down on this beauty. The 2017 Forty-Eight motorcycle rumbles at you with more Dark Custom attitude than ever, from its fat front end to its cast aluminum wheels. This is one beauty you don’t want to miss!

HD didn’t just rebuild it, they reloaded it.

In 1948 the world got it’s first glimpse of this iconic 2.1-gallon gas tank. However, the world has never seen it sitting atop anything quite like this. The 2017 Sportster Forty-Eight has been designed with its signature bulldog stance and the powerful 1200cc Evolution engine. Furthermore, it has large 49mm front forks, an adjustable rear suspension, cast aluminum wheels with floating rotors as well as powerful brakes. All this brings plenty of handling and comfort to all this beauty’s heavy-hitting style.

You wanted more they gave it to you!

Handling

The street is the home turf of the Sportster motorcycle, and a narrow, agile frame wrapped around a strong V-Twin engine has always been its calling card. To see how far Harley has taken this basic equation, get in the saddle of any 2017 Sportster Forty-Eight. The list of constant innovations and refinements you experience on the Sportster motorcycle of today is more than you want to read about here. The latest innovation includes suspension on every model, with cartridge emulsion rear shocks and a screw adjuster to further dial in the handling. It all feels tight and right, bringing confidence to the ride and a grin to the rider. Whether you’re rocketing to the next stoplight, threading through the urban grid, or busting out of the city limits to parts unknown.

Comfort

When one thinks of the raw-boned style of a Sportster motorcycle they may not immediately think of comfort. That would be a mistake, especially with the 2017 Sportster Forty-Eight. Sink into the seat of any 2017 Sportster model and you discover a premium ride hidden under all the lean and mean styling. The engine is rubber-mounted to the frame, so you feel all the power of an Evolution V-Twin but none of the vibrations. Read more about it and other key features here…

From sketch to steel

Ben McGinley joined Harley-Davidson® five years ago and has been banging out brilliance ever since. A lifelong gearhead, he goes straight to the heart of the machine to turn a sketch on paper to real iron and steel. Inspired by the renaissance of custom bike building, and from events like Yokohama Hot Rod Custom Show, Rockerbox Motofest, and Brewtown Rumble, Ben focuses on the real honesty and authenticity of materials to find what’s cool about the bikes and bring it forward.

For Ben, the Forty-Eight® motorcycle has always been the epitome of Harley-Davidson minimalism. “It really goes back to simplicity and honesty. Two wheels and a V-Twin right in the center.” It’s about design, not decoration. Stripped back pure and, as always, without compromise.

Make it your own

As with all Harley Motorcycles, this 2017 Sportster Forty-Eight is available to be customized to make it your own. Customize your Style, Fit, Color, Performance, Function and more to have a bike that is all you.

Don’t forget Halloween is around the corner!

Don’t forget Halloween is just around the corner and we all know that Bikers like to dress up too. We have a Halloween Sale going on from 10/6-10/21/2016 (keep and eye on the ticking clock above as it is counting down to the 21st). AMERiders is bringing spooky savings to you, on various items that are of the spooky nature. Look for our skeleton, ghosts, and or skulls as well as this ( ** On Sale for Halloween until 10/21/16** ) tag above the product description. Items have been taken from all over the site Apparel, Headwear, Helmets, and much more.

And as always….

~Live Free Ride Hard~

~But this month do it spookily~

~AMERiders

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2017 Harley-Davidson Street 750 Just Rolled In, This is one sweet bike.

Have a gander at the new 2017 Harley-Davidson Street 750, they just rolled in and from what we at AMERiders, have seen it is one sweet bike! Beneath the Dark Custom™ motorcycle lurks a liquid-cooled 750cc Revolution X™ V-Twin engine, but that isn’t all they have given a bunch of tweaks to the street 750.

Beating Traffic has Never been Easier.

You’ve ridden the wide-open country and endless miles of highway. Now carve the canyons into the urban grid. From the liquid-cooled Revolution X® engine and confidence-inspiring optional ABS brakes to the nimble chassis and dialed-in suspension. The Harley-Davidson® Street® 750 was built specifically to shred the city streets. On the 750 there’s an all-new tank medallion, and a two-tone paint option to compliment the silver engine fins and wheel pinstripe. Your fun starts when the light turns green.

Urban Mobility

We were all warned as kids about playing in the street. While some of us paid attention to our parents there were others that well….If you’re the sort who never listened to a word of it, Harley-Davidson has got your motorcycle. The street is where the action is. Every inch of the motorcycle has been thought through to meet the demands of navigating the urban landscape. With a narrow and nimble profile that has a tight 60.4-inch wheelbase, handling is razor sharp.

Quick moves and turns come easy when you’re threading through whatever modern civilization decides to throw in your path. You have liquid cooling, loads of power in the Revolution X™ engine. For when you need to be somewhere else in a hurry. We’re talking about a whole different kind of two-wheeled animal here. One born to take on the traffic-snarled urban jungle.

Authentic H-D

Street 750 — the Street® series is built to be affordable machines for those who’ve gotta work to put gas in the tank

The Harley-Davidson Street® series is built to be affordable for those who’ve gotta work to put gas in the tank and pay the meter maid when you find a place to park. H-D did it their own way. Which means they did it right. The beautifully formed teardrop fuel tank is Milwaukee steel, just like the fenders.They painstakingly finished it with one of their premium paint jobs and topped it with a 3-D chrome badge. And most noteworthy it is not a decal.

Fire up the engine and you hear the pure signature rumble of a Harley-Davidson V-Twin, tuned to perfection in their state-of-the-art sound facility in Wauwatosa, Wisconsin USA. In other words, from the rock-solid belt final drive all the way forward to the Café-racer speed screen derived from deep in their factory custom heritage. There is no mistaking what the bikes in their newest family are. 100% pure Harley-Davidson motorcycle.

Custom Soul

Get yourself to a part of town where interesting things are happening. You’ll see some rad custom bikes loaded with dark, aggressive style. More than likely they started life as a Harley-Davidson Street® model. The newest line of bikes was built from the no-nonsense blacked-out wheels up to be the ultimate blank canvas for customizing. Of course, each one is also first and foremost a Harley-Davidson motorcycle. So, even fresh off the line it’s a lean, mean and eye-popping machine.

Every inch of the up-swept two-into-one exhaust is black. This is the first time they have done that since the ‘70s when it was a signature part of the famous XLCR Café Racer. You also see a shout-out to renegade ‘70s street bike culture in the minimalist speed screen adorning the blacked out front end. As a result, you’ve got a machine loaded with Dark Custom™ attitude.

So, if you are looking for a new lean mean street machine, make the 2017 Harley-Davidson Street® 750 your next bike. Also, make it one of a kind by Customizing your new bike, and make it your own with many different options.

And as always….

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Discovery Channel and Harley Davidson Partner up about Harley’s History

Discovery Channel and Harley-Davidson Partner up About Harley’s History. A Harley-Davidson is more than a motorcycle. It is a symbol of Americana. We at AMERiders want to give you a bit of information about the show that is to air starting Monday, September 5th continuing to September 7th. Th2-hourur installments and will tell the story of the birth of the iconic Harley-Davidson brand that launched in 1903 by two friends from Milwaukee, William Harley, and Arthur Davidson.

Here’s an exclusive first look at the miniseries, which offers a harrowing look at an old-school motorcycle race:

Who will be starring in the show?

Harley and the Davidsons will star Actor Gabe Luna in the role of Eddie Hasha, nicknamed the “Texas Cyclone,” a notable American motorcycle racer. Luna is known for his roles as El Rey Network’s “Matador.” , ABC’s “Wicked City,” and a recurring character in HBO’s “True Detective.” Luna has appeared in multiple films, including Richard Linklater’s “Bernie” and starred in “Transpecos,” which premiered at the 2016 SXSW Film Festival.

Harley's History — Daniel Coonan, Annie-Read, and Essa O’Shea are just 3 of the Actors in the Show

Alex Shaffer has been cast as Shrimp Burns, one of the top dirt and board track motorcycle racers in the early 20th century. Shaffer is known for many film roles with his feature film debut opposite Paul Giamatti in “Win Win,” which premiered at both Sundance and SXSW Film Festivals. Also starred in “The Lifeguard” opposite Kristen Bell and the 2015 film “We Are Your Friends” featuring Zac Efron.

Playing the role of Walt, Jr. is Sean Scully who has appeared in several TV and film projects.

These actors join a cast that includes Michiel Huisman (“Game of Thrones”), Robert Aramayo (“Game of Thrones”), Bug Hall (“The Little Rascals”) and Stephen Rider (“Daredevil”), Jessica Camacho (“Sleepy Hollow”), Daniel Coonan (“EastEnders”), Annie Read (“Awkward”) and Essa O’Shea.

What will the story do?

With this all-star cast, the series will take America back to Milwaukee during the early 1900’s an era of innovation. Where young William S. Harley and Arthur Davidson engineered the motorcycles and later the company. During a time of great social and technological change the series tells an epic story of crashes, family feuds, and American legends.

Challenges of the Series

The Production team had a challenge when helping to tell Harley’s History. They built working bikes from scratch based on Bill Harleys’ original drawings. “Michiel Huisman who plays Walter Davidson commented,” It was one of the coolest and best parts of this shoot to ride these amazing bikes.”

We at AMERiders love knowing how our bikes were engineered and how they came into being and plan on watching this when it premiers. We hope you will as well.
And as always….

~Live Free Ride Hard~

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Great Things Happening at the 76th Annual Sturgis Rally

We all know that the 76th Annual Sturgis Rally (August 8th through the 14th of 2016.)is just around the corner and at AMERiders, we want to give you the skinny on some of the great events, people and other news that will be happening there this year!

First of all, for those of you that don’t know, and who doesn’t know about Sturgis we are going to give you a run down real quick. The Sturgis® Motorcycle Rally™ has attracted motorcycle enthusiasts from around the world for 75 years. It’s grown to include bike shows, world-class entertainment, industry showcases, a wide variety of motorcycle related shopping opportunities. And most of all, miles and miles of incredible riding experiences. Most of all it also offers great food, entertainment, and motorcycling fun for all ages. While that may seem like a fun stop overload and you won’t be able to do it all, never fear. It’s an annual rally and you can always go back and start again where you left off.

So, let’s get started on what is going on this year.

Ben Bostrom Named Grand Marshal For 14th Annual Sturgis Mayor’s Ride

76th Annual Sturgis Rally — Ben Bostrom Named Grand Marshal For 14th Annual Sturgis Mayor’s Ride

Ben Bostrom, a renowned U.S. motorcycle racer, has been named the Grand Marshal for the 14th Annual Sturgis Mayor’s Ride on August 8, 2016, during the Sturgis® Motorcycle Rally™. Here is what Sturgis Mayor Mark Carstensen had to say about it,”The City of Sturgis is very excited to team up with Ben Bostrom as the Grand Marshal of the 14th Annual Mayor’s Ride.”

Bostrom started his career out strong by winning the AMA National 600 Dirt Track Championship in 1993. He quickly turned to road racing in 1995. Furthermore, he’s won numerous races atop a variety of bikes, including Ducati, Honda, and Harley-Davidson. He returns to Sturgis with his brother Eric, to continue their tradition of riding with people from around the world in the annual Sturgis Mayor’s Ride.

Sturgis Rally’s Official Motorcycle Audio Sponsor Will Be Rockford Fosgate for the 3rd Consecutive Year.

Rockford Fosgate the industry leader in high-performance audio systems is returning for its 3rd consecutive year as the 76th Annual Sturgis Rally’s official motorcycle audio sponsor. Bill Jackson, Rockford CEO and president stated, “The past two years as the official motorcycle audio sponsor of the famed Sturgis® Motorcycle Rally™ have been terrific, and we are looking forward to another great rally. As a result, we are counting down the days until it begins.”

The Rockford Fosgate booth will once again be located at the corner of Harley-Davidson Way and Lazelle Street. Furthermore, Rockford will showcase Harley-Davidson and Victory motorcycles featuring audio system upgrades, active stereo displays, cool gear with partner Bagger Nation, as well as offering numerous promotions and giveaways.

Furthermore, Rockford Fosgate will also sponsor the “14th Annual Mayor’s Ride,” held during the rally.

Sarah Schilke Joins Panel Supporting Women Riders at Sturgis

Sarah Schilke, National Marketing Manager, BMW Motorrad USA, will be among a panel of leaders representing a broad cross-section of women in the motorcycle industry at the Sturgis Buffalo Chip’s 2016 Biker Belles symposium. Ms. Schilke said, “I look forward to participating in this unique event alongside such notable industry veterans. It’s an honor to represent BMW for its ongoing commitment to women and motorcycling.” She will be among many other well-known industry trailblazers on the panel like land-speed record-holder Karlee Cobb and many more.

Following the Buffalo Chip’s ride, the panel will discuss the theme “Two-Wheeled Transformation” while guests enjoy a catered lunch at The Lodge at Deadwood. The event was created to raise awareness of the passion, diversity, and spirit of women in motorcycling and to raise funds for local worthy charities.

Check out the event news on the Biker Belles website for all information on the Buffalo Chip’s 2016 ride and more.

Extra Sturgis Information

In addition to those great events, here are a few more links, for even more things to do from the events page for you.

Current upcoming Rides
Rally Venues (Entertainment in and around the city)
Concerts (Who doesn’t love good music am I right?)
Check out the Sturgis Motorcycle Rally Events section for more information.

And as always….

~Live Free Ride Hard~

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Harley-Davidson Street Bob

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Indian Scout Bobber

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So, Which One is Best?

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New Lighter Frame

High-Performance Front Suspension and Rear Mono Shock

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Ring in the Riding Season

Fresh Looks for Men and Women and Children

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Men Satisfy your craving for classic style

Ladies tell your story with great style

Don’t forget those little accessories

Skip Straight to the Hard Stuff With the 2017 Street Rod

Urban Mobility with s new engine.

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The New 2017 Harley- Davidson Iron 883

As with the other 2017 line that gave you more of what you wanted.

Make it your own

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HD didn’t just rebuild it, they reloaded it.

You wanted more they gave it to you!

Handling

Comfort

From sketch to steel

Make it your own

Don’t forget Halloween is around the corner!

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Beating Traffic has Never been Easier.

Urban Mobility

Authentic H-D

Custom Soul

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Who will be starring in the show?

What will the story do?

Challenges of the Series

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Ben Bostrom Named Grand Marshal For 14th Annual Sturgis Mayor’s Ride

Sturgis Rally’s Official Motorcycle Audio Sponsor Will Be Rockford Fosgate for the 3rd Consecutive Year.

Sarah Schilke Joins Panel Supporting Women Riders at Sturgis

Extra Sturgis Information

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