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Ultimate Builder Show Minneapolis Results 2012

Thursday, February 09, 2012
Against stiff competition from the Super Bowl, the Ultimate Builder Custom Bike Show still swept into Minneapolis last weekend to showcase some of the best custom motorcycles from around Minnesota and beyond.

2012 Cincinnati V-Twin Expo Report

Wednesday, February 08, 2012
The 12th annual Cincinnati V-Twin Expo convened in Duke Energy Center featuring the latest and greatest products for the cruiser and custom motorcycle industries.

2012 Harley-Davidson Softail Slim First Look

Wednesday, February 01, 2012
Harley trims down its Fat Boy for the new addition to its Softail line, the 2012 Harley-Davidson Softail Slim.

2012 Harley-Davidson Seventy-Two First Look

Wednesday, February 01, 2012
Harley-Davidson rolls back the clock for styling cues on its latest 1200cc Sportster, the 2012 Seventy-Two.

Ultimate Builder Show Cleveland Results 2012

Tuesday, January 31, 2012
Cleveland motorcyclists showed up in droves at the I-X Center to check out the cool cruiser and custom motorcycles entered in the Ultimate Builder Custom Bike Show.

Daytona Bike Week 2012 Schedule

Friday, January 27, 2012
Bike Week 2012 will be roaring into Daytona Beach before you know it, so Motorcycle USA decided it was a good time to put up this Bike Week 2012 Schedule to help you plan out your trip to the rally.

Ultimate Builder Show New York Results 2012

Tuesday, January 24, 2012
Custom motorcycle builders from around New York and the Northeast brought out their rides to compete at the seventh round of the Ultimate Builder Custom Bike Show.

2013 Victory Judge First Look

Friday, January 20, 2012
Victory introduces the latest addition to its stable of cruiser motorcycles, the 2013 Judge, a bike inspired by American muscle cars with its drag bars, meaty tires, mag-like wheels.

2012 Sacramento Easyriders Bike Show

Wednesday, January 18, 2012
Roller girls were smashing, Hemme was rockin', Chibs and Lyla from Sons of Anarchy brought out the fans and cool custom motorcycles filled Sacramento's Convention Center at the annual Easyriders Bike Show.

Ultimate Builder Bike Show D.C. Results 2012

Tuesday, January 17, 2012
The Ultimate Builder Custom Bike Show in Washington, D.C., saw the first two-class winner of the 2011-2012 circuit and cool tribute bikes to the president and the 'King of Pop.'

Ultimate Builder Bike Show Detroit Results 2011

Tuesday, January 10, 2012
The fifth round of the Ultimate Builder Custom Bike Show rolled into Detroit to showcase everything from twin-turbo powered sportbikes to bobbers and baggers.

Dead Space II - Gunner Wright and Ian Milham

Friday, December 30, 2011
When they're not plotting the next necromorph attack on Isaac Clarke in Dead Space II, actor Gunner Wright and EA Art Director Ian Milham can be found at the track or on the street riding their favorite motorcycles.

Klock Werks Customizes 2012 Victory Hard-Ball

Wednesday, December 21, 2011
Brian Klock and the Klock Werks crew customize a 2012 Victory Hard-Ball, with Performance Machine's Icon Wheels and Klock Werks Klip-Hangers Handlebars.

Ultimate Builder Bike Show Seattle Results 2011

Tuesday, December 20, 2011
A cross-section of cool custom motorcycles from around the Northwest competed for cash and honor in Round Four of the Ultimate Builder Custom Bike Show in Seattle.

Ultimate Builder Show Long Beach Results 2011

Tuesday, December 13, 2011
Round 3 of the the Ultimate Builder Custom Bike Show went down at the Long Beach IMS this past weekend as Chris Richardson and LA Speed Shop put in another strong showing.

2012 Victory Hard-Ball First Look

Friday, December 09, 2011
With DNA borrowed from the best-selling High-Ball, Victory introduces its new bagger/tourer/cruiser, the 2012 Hard-Ball.

Ultimate Builder Bike Show Dallas Results 2011

Tuesday, December 06, 2011
Custom motorcycle builders down South showed up at the Dallas Convention Center to wrangle for prizes and prestige in Round 2 of the IMS Ultimate Builder Custom Bike Show competition.

2011 Honda Fury IMS Project Bike

Wednesday, November 30, 2011
Motorcycle USA puts the custom touch to a 2011 Honda Fury which will be given away to one lucky person who votes in the 'People Choice' awards at the IMS Ultimate Builder Custom Bike Shows.

FTS Season 3 - Jesse James Dupree Interview

Tuesday, November 29, 2011
Motorcycle USA talks to Jackyl front man Jesse James Dupree about one of his other enterprises, the Full Throttle Saloon, just in time for the 'Season 3' debut of the popular truTV show featuring Michael Ballard's Sturgis biker bar.

2011 IMS San Mateo Report

Wednesday, November 23, 2011
Motorcycle USA headed to San Mateo for the first Progressive International Motorcycle Show of the season to check out bikes like the 2012 Triumph Explorer 1200 and revised ZX-14R.

Ultimate Builder Bike Show San Mateo 2011

Monday, November 21, 2011
Custom motorcycles took center stage at the first round of the Ultimate Builder Custom Bike Show held in conjunction with the San Mateo IMS this past weekend.

Three Custom Builders Hyper Modify VMax

Thursday, November 10, 2011
Yamaha EU enlisted the services of three reputable custom bike builders to work their magic on the iconic VMax motorcycle. Yamaha debuted their creations this week at the EICMA.

2012 Ducati Diavel Cromo First Look

Wednesday, November 09, 2011
Ducati brings its Diavel back in four different forms for 2012, indluding the 2012 Diavel Cromo with its chromium-plated tank panels, classic logos, and new 14-spoke machined wheels.

Rocky Mountain/Devils Tower Victory Tour

Friday, November 04, 2011
We chart a course over the Rocky Mountains in Colorado then shoot over to Devils Tower in Wyoming as we tour two of America's national parks aboard the 2012 Victory Cross Country Tour.

2011 Love Ride 28 Review

Thursday, October 27, 2011
Love Ride 28, with The Tonight Show's Jay Leno serving as Grand Marshal, rumbled out of Glendale Harley-Davidson to party with Montgomery Gentry at Castaic Lake, all to benefit Autism Speaks.

Cruising to San Diego’s Comic-Con

Tuesday, October 18, 2011
Thrust into a world of caped crusaders and diabolical villains, our contributor saddles up with a Limited Edition Suzuki M109R to brave San Diego's annual Comic-Con festival.

Eagle Rider Business Class Travel

Thursday, October 13, 2011
Need to kill time on a business trip? Eagle Rider helps keep enthusiasts on two wheels providing motorcycle rentals at more than 75 locations across the country.

2012 Kawasaki Vulcan Cruisers First Look

Tuesday, October 11, 2011
We take a first look at Kawasaki's 2012 cruiser line of motorcycles, including the addition of the Kawasaki Air Management System on the 2012 Voyager and the return of its popular bagger, the 2012 Vaquero.

2011 Bikes, Blues & BBQ Rally Review

Friday, October 07, 2011
The 2011 Bikes, Blues & BBQ rally had it all, from incredible rides through Arkansas' Ozark Mountains to the parties on Dickson Street, bike shows, music and plenty of finger-lickin' BBQ.

2011 Las Vegas BikeFest Review

Thursday, October 06, 2011
Motorcycle USA traveled to the city that never sleeps to take in the custom bike shows, bikini contests, musical entertainment and join in on some Vegas madness at the 2011 Las Vegas BikeFest.

Las Vegas BikeFest Artistry in Iron 2011

Thursday, October 06, 2011
The 2011 Artistry in Iron Master Builders Championship presented 20 of the hottest custom builders with their latest works of art in this invitation-only show held at the Las Vegas BikeFest motorcycle rally.

Circus Una's Thrilling Motorcycle High Wire Act

Wednesday, October 05, 2011
The only all-femal motorcycle thrill show entertained the Bikes, Blues & BBQ crowd, one riding a Suzuki 250 50 feet above the ground on a high wire while the other does acrobatics on the trapeze below.

My New Favorite Ride - Arkansas' Ozarks

Tuesday, October 04, 2011
We discovered a gem for motorcycle riding, the Ozark Mountains of Northwest Arkansas, during our recent trip to the Bikes, Blues & BBQ festival.

Bikes, Blues & BBQ Dickson Street Report 2011

Friday, September 30, 2011
Motorcycle USA takes a ride through the Ozarks then heads into Fayetteville just in time to catch the night life on Dickson Street on our first day at the Bikes, Blues & BBQ motorcycle rally.

Bikes, Blues & BBQ Preview 2011

Monday, September 26, 2011
Motorcycle USA is gearing up for a ride to Fayetteville, Arkansas, to take part in the 11th annual Bikes, Blues & BBQ motorcycle rally.

2012 Honda Shadow 750 Cruisers First Look

Friday, September 23, 2011
Honda introduced its 2012 lineup of Shadow 750 cruisers, from the roadster-like 2012 Shadow RS to the blacked-out 2012 Honda Shadow Phantom.

2012 Honda Fury First Look

Friday, September 23, 2011
Honda released its list of cruiser motorcycles today, and the raked-out factory custom chopper they call the 2012 Honda Fury is back for a curtain call.

Lorenzo Lamas Cycles Rumble for the Heartland

Tuesday, September 20, 2011
We talk with actor Lorenzo Lamas and TV producer Chad Greulach about their company, Lorenzo Cycles, and discuss their support of the U.S. military via their Rumble for the Heartland rides.

2011 Star Stratoliner Deluxe Project Bike

Thursday, September 15, 2011
Motorcycle USA's 2011 Star Stratoliner Deluxe project bagger gets some touring-friendly upgrades courtesy of the Star accessory catalog.

2012 Star Raider SCL First Look

Wednesday, September 14, 2011
Star Motorcycles extends its presence in the factory customs market with the launch of the 2012 Star Raider SCL as part of its new Star Custom Line.

2012 Indian Motorcycles First Look

Friday, September 02, 2011
While the influence of new parent company, Polaris Industries, won't show up in Indian Motorcycles this year, the 2012 lineup of Indians consists of three models - the Chief Vintage, Classic and Dark Horse.

2012 ATK Cruisers Sturgis Debut

Wednesday, August 31, 2011
We take a ride out to the Broken Spoke Saloon and through Vanocker Canyon during Sturgis on some of ATK's 2012 cruiser motorcycles.

2011 Sturgis Motorcycle Rally Review

Thursday, August 18, 2011
After 11 days on the road, Motorcycle USA looks back at the epic rides, bike shows, concerts, and general mayhem that filled the Black Hills for the 71st annual Sturgis Rally.

Rats Hole Custom Bike Show Sturgis 2011

Friday, August 12, 2011
The spirit of Big Daddy Rat invaded Sturgis as the Rat's Hole Custom Bike Show rolled into town to set up camp at the Legendary Buffalo Chip to hold it's annual show in the Black Hills.

2011 AMD World Championship Sturgis Results

Thursday, August 11, 2011
The 2011 AMD World Championships of Custom Bike Building crowned a new champion from a field of builders spanning 19 different countries.

Thursday is Buffalo Chip Campground Day

Wednesday, August 10, 2011
South Dakota Governor, Dennis Daugaard proclaimed Thursday, Aug. 11, 2011 as Buffalo Chip Campground Day in South Dakota. The campground is celebrating its 30th annual event this year.

Fourth Annual Legends Ride - Sturgis 2011

Wednesday, August 10, 2011
The Fourth Annual Legends Ride, featuring celebrities like 'Big' Kenny, Rupert Boneham and more was another huge success at raising money for the Sturgis Motorcycle Museum and the Black Hills Special Olympics.

AMD World Championship Sturgis Preview

Monday, August 08, 2011
This year's AMD World Championship of Custom Bike Building at Sturgis promises to be the most competitive ever with entries from 19 countries and 43 builders duking it out in the Freestyle class.

2011 Sturgis Rally First Impressions

Sunday, August 07, 2011
Motorcycle USA rolled into Sturgis last night, just in time to head out to our favorite place to party, the Legendary Buffalo Chip and to compile a few initial impressions of the scene.

Rod Woodruff Interview- Buffalo Chip Turns 30

Tuesday, August 02, 2011
The Buffalo Chip is planning its biggest celebration yet for Sturgis 2011 in honor of its 30th anniversary. We got a chance to talk to the man responsible for 'The Best Party Anywhere,' Rod 'Woody' Woodruff in this exclusive interview.
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