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Ridgid bikes are not known for providing riders with much comfort, especially on the moonscape-textured roads of NYC. Master fabricator Neil Fenton's answer to this was designing his own style of pogo seats based around those found on early Harleys. I lifted the following photos off Neil's site, Mr Tinker, showing some of the incredible work he's done on my bike. None of the parts are off the

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Since it's impossible to get a copy of TT3D:Closer To The Edge formatted in Region 1, you can watch all the best parts of the film here: My favorite part is when Guy Martin yells "Whoopie!" before he sets off on his run. I bet you didn't know Guy was also fond of the ukulele.

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My good friend and race partner, Jeff Hogan, made awards for some of the guys in order to honor us for our exploits during the 2011 season. Categories and winners were as follows: The Legend Award: Hugh Mackie Best Lowside: Fumi Matsueda Best Highside: Brian "Frankenfinger" Caulfield Best Wheelie: Me You can see how both Fumi and I won these highly prized awards here as both happened on the

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I picked up this 1964 Triumph bicycle a few weeks back and after replacing the bearings, cables, brake pads, tires, chain and entire back wheel (not to mention straightening the fork legs), she's roadworthy once again. Just in time for the arctic temperatures of a December in New York. Of course my pushbike would have to be a Triumph This sticker is endlessly cool

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The last time I mentioned my 1950 pre-unit project was November 22, 2010! I plainly stated that I would be turning my attention to it and finally getting it out of Hugh's basement. Unfortunately for the build (but fortunately for me), marriage, adopting a second dog, flat-track racing, a 1958 BSA A10 and all kinds of other fun stuff kept it from getting off the back burner....again. If I had any

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"Men do not quit playing because they grow old; they grow old because they quit playing."     – Oliver Wendell Holmes

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"Every man dies - Not every man really lives."     – William Ross Wallace"Firmness in enduring and exertion is a character I always wish to possess. I have always despised the whining yelp of complaint and cowardly resolve."      – Robert Burns"The great thing about Glasgow is that if there's a nuclear attack it'll look exactly the same afterwards."      – Billy Connolly"You should really

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When my soon to be father-in-law, Jonathan, had initially planned out his trip to NYC in July, he initially came up with an itinerary of things he wanted to see and do while in town. His list ranged from going to the Statue of Liberty to visiting museums and taking in a Broadway play. However, it didn't take long for all of this to get thrown out the window as it quickly turned into a week of

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Drooling Looking at unmolested bikes like this 1953 Triumph Thunderbird makes me forget about all the heartache and pain she'd put me through.

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2010 Triumph Street Triple R I love my vintage bikes, but lately I've become increasingly fond of the idea of more riding and a lot less maintenance. :::grumble::: :::grumble::: Stupid shitty magneto :::grumble::: :::grumble::: Lucas ignition :::grumble::: :::grumble::: WORK YOU STUPID BIKES!!! To those unfamiliar with owning a vintage Triumph (or anything classic for that matter) it would

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Photo via"What we have done for ourselves alone dies with us; what we have done for others and the world remains and is immortal."      – Albert Pike quotes (American Lawyer, Journalist and Soldier, 1809-1891)

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The Halloween Edition! For the past two years, Gala has waited until the very last second to inform me how we're totally unprepared for Halloween. With no costumes and no time to think of anything (I've been banned from dressing like anything motorcycle related due to lack of effort) we usually spend the evening sitting on the couch watching the NYC Halloween parade on NY1. Well not this year.

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I'm at a loss for words after the horrific accident that took MotoGP star Marco Simoncelli's life. Ciao 58! You were a bright star, a true racer and a future champion. MotoGP will not be the same without you. You will be deeply missed.

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Amy Ruth's, oh, how you complete me! Waffle combos for days! I had the Rev. Al Sharpton...smothered of course! FYI: The Kool-Aid of the day was grape. The food! Sides of mac & cheese, cheesy grits and fried okra....all for me!!! Not shown: Cornbread, peach cobbler, cornbread, banana pudding, cornbread, carrot cake and cornbread. (Thanks Miles!) When Miles says he knows a great place

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Steve Jobs 1955 - 2011

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I might not be the fastest but at least I look good while I'm having fun. Jeff "The Magic Man" Hogan - my partner in high speed dirt! Jeff lending me a hand with my bike Kara Kolodziej Sandriana Shipman looks incredibly sweet and innocent but get in her way on the track and she will fuck you up something awful. She rides better than most so consider yourself warned! Vito Addabbo of

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Completely OT but hilarious nonetheless

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Photos by Daniel Weiss and Lisa Weimer Video by The East Villager

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"I'm the king of the world!" Trevor and Pete take a magical ride. Fingers working his...um...fingers. One tough cupcake! Oh the detail!!!! Miles would like to take your daughter to the prom. (The helmet was once a filing cabinet) There's so much going on in this photo Flatiron Mike...in NYC...twice in the same summer! IMPOSSIBLE!!!

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You better believe it! Nick Weimer - So fast he's already won his next race! Trophy Girl: Kara Kolodziej Photo: Ralph Corwin

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While the east coast was bracing itself for Hurricane Irene, BIOLSR's Peter Hunstein was taking in all the MotoGP action at Indy. Peter sent along these photos and video of Gary Nixon's 1972 Rob North AHRMA F750 Championship Triumph as Steve Parrish rode the memorial lap.

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"Indian" Larry Desmedt (4.28.49 - 8.30.04) "We are all in the gutter, but some of us are looking at the stars."      – Oscar Wilde

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A warning to would-be wheelie kings, burn out show off's and other ne'er-do-wells Gala, myself and acrobatics! *Photo by Flatiron Mike The incredible Laura and her band, Screamin' Rebel Angels kept the crowd moving. It's true, he's ALIVE!!!!!!! Flatiron Mike, in the flesh. Cafe Honda Trevor's bike....AGAIN! (Vander's Panhead as well) In my opinion, all Yamahas should have a similar

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All the bikes normally tucked away in the basement at Sixth Street Specials have been brought to higher ground in preparation for Hurricane Irene.

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I can watch films like this 1958 NHRA drag racing video all day

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For once, I didn't ride a motorcycle to the show....My 1951 Chevy Bel Air Instead of joining all the photographers who were taking photos of pinups posing with classic cars, we took advantage of the cars who didn't head the "no parking on Saturday" signs... Trevor and a sweet whip! Oh snap, stock tail lights and bumpers! Custom by crunch...Vander and Trevor with a "customized" livery

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The West Memphis Three have been freed after being wrongfully convicted of murder and imprisoned for 18 years, despite physical evidence, murder weapon, motive, or connection to the victims. They were found guilty solely due to widespread moral panic that equated black clothing and heavy metal music to satanism and murder. Note: most of us dressed in all black and listened to bands like

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Charles and Ray Eames on their Velocette "What works good is better than what looks good, because what works good lasts." – Ray Eames, an American artist, designer and filmmaker who, together with her husband Charles, is responsible for many classic, iconic designs of the 20th century. More info here

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Gary Nixon with Buddy Elmore. Daytona '67 Road racing at Carlsbad Gary leading Dick Hammer on the final lap at Daytona '67 Pit Stop. Daytona '67"Testy, impatient, sometimes pushy and always overconfident, Gary Nixon tangles and fusses with extraordinary zeal. In nine years as a professional racer, he's also developed into one of the smartest, coolest, and most aggressive riders on the

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Two-time Grand National Champion Gary Nixon suffered a heart attack and is awaiting bypass surgery. According to his son's facebook page, he's hanging in there and had a couple of stints installed. (That's medical speak for what we in the motorcycle world would call new valve guides installed and reamed.) Roadracing World.com article here. Via Sideburn. Get well soon Gary! Our thoughts are

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Huge sincere thanks to everyone who made yesterday the greatest day of my life. (You can see why I've been MIA as of late. I promise we'll get back to our regularly scheduled program as soon as possible.)

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The Space Shuttle Atlantis is making history as it docks with the International Space Station during the final shuttle mission.

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I don't think ANYONE who knows me would believe I actually sold a Triumph and put the money towards buying an engagement ring. Some things truly are more important than bikes. All kidding aside, I'm honestly the luckiest bastard in the world.

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A lot has happened in the last three weeks and I'll get caught up in due time. I picked up our new family car on Monday from Lenny in the Rumblers CC. A 1951 Chevy Bel Air 2 door coupe which Gala, myself and the dogs plan on having many adventures in this summer. The car will then be sent off to Fritz for him to work his painting magic on. As you can see, Lenny did a huge amount of work to

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Ladies and gentlemen, Mr. Conway Twitty

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It might have been way too hot today to prep my bikes for this weekend's AMA Vintage National race at OVRP, but not hot enough to stop me from cooking up some bacon for my best friend. I rescued Hank when he was only a year old after he'd been used as bait for dog fighting. At the time, two separate veterinarians assured me he wouldn't live out the week and euthanization would be the best

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Grant Ray from Hell For Leather joined us last week and did a feature on the flat track scene at Oakland Valley Speedway. Check it out here. Photo by Grant Ray

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I told you I had 750cc-sized plans for that Champion frame! Maybe some luck will rub off of Hugh's trophies.

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Shock and awe! The aftermath of looping a motorcycle. Hugh kept me in suspense with a new shock body. Ready to spring back to life. ...and just for a little shock value:

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Green Flag - The race has begun. It also means the race is on and there are no hazards on the track. Black Flag - The penalty flag. The flagman is telling you to get off the track. Yellow Flag - Caution, there is a hazard on the track. This does not mean stop! You can continue to race but be alert. Blue & Yellow Flag - There are faster riders behind you and you should allow them to pass safely.

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I'm trying to look on the bright side after a dramatic day at the track yesterday. My run in the vintage class heat and main were not without incident. First, the heat race (heat #2 of 2)... From the start, Fumi rocketed off the line followed by Van Asher, myself, Pete Wootton, Brian Caulfield and DJ Myer. Then...DISASTER! Fumi laid his bike down on the second lap but skilfully held the

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Thanks for the inspiration, Gene! As far as I'm concerned today should be a national holiday. In honor of the Burrito's 64th I'm going racing. Photos by Bill Barrett

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This past February, I missed out when a red-tailed hawk used my air-conditioner as a dining room. Well, high above Washington Square park, two of Manhattan's red-tailed hawks, Bobby and Violet, have begun raising their eyass, Pip. Fortunately for us, the hawks built their nest on the ledge outside NYU president John Sexton’s 12th-floor office and a webcam was quickly put in place. Now we can

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It would appear I didn't make the cut (no surprise there), which is good, because I'm going racing tomorrow!

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Part of the Intrepid Sea, Air & Space Museum, the USS Growler (SSG-577) is one of the US Navy's first nuclear guided missile submarines. Commissioned on August 30, 1958, she joined four other Regulus missile submarines at Pearl Harbor to form Submarine Squadron 1. The USS Growler conducted nine strategic deterrent patrols in the western Pacific between 1960-1963, each lasting about two months.

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Two years of laughter, insanity and listening to you talk about clothes while I go on about bikes. Happy anniversary, Babe. I love you!

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I LOVE my Champion-framed Triumph 500 dirt tracker. (I'm sure I've mentioned this more than a few times.) The bike screams short track and without a doubt, I obsess over it more than any other bike in my collection. So it didn't take too much arm-twisting for me to jump at the chance to own a Doug Schwerma built 650/750 Triumph unit twin Champion frame. My one of a kind Champion-framed

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Having some fun with Jerry Dinnen in the Senior race Jerry is making sure I wont be earning a 1st place points plaque at the end of the year. Nick, Fumi and myself in the staging area before the 100cc race Having some fun on some tiny bikes With Mike Weimer Photos by Lisa Weimer

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Jeff Hogan would like you to think he's slow. You can often hear him in the pits saying "Hey man, I'm just trying to finish last." Well, his playing opossum won't work anymore after an incredible hole shot, and some clean riding earned him a 2nd place in the vintage-class final last Sunday. Jeff rocketing his Trackmaster Triumph off the starting line. Giving chase are: Nick Weimer #495 Van

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The USS Intrepid, One of the Navy’s Essex-class carriers widely credited with winning the Pacific war was launched in 1943 and fought in every major battle prior to Japan’s surrender in 1945. It repeatedly sustained heavy damage, surviving five kamizake attacks, and was patched up and sent back into the fray. In total 270 sailors gave their lives serving on the Intrepid during WWII. Intrepid went

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Hey, if we weren't involved in their country, maybe they wouldn't be so violent towards us.The United States gives BILLIONS of dollars in aid to countries that harbor terrorists. Money that comes from your taxes as you struggle to get by. Meanwhile in our own country, unemployment is at an 8-month high and gas prices are through the roof.I find this automatic largesse to the U.N. and dozens of

Greaser Mikehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10352709229404651895noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6674909009573026579.post-9769480649269249212011-05-05T11:01:00.001-04:002011-05-05T11:03:13.920-04:00

Greaser Mikehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10352709229404651895noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6674909009573026579.post-57238314367810944782011-05-02T10:26:00.002-04:002011-05-02T10:35:22.186-04:00

Sorry it took President Obama so long to show all you racist fuckheads his birth certificate, as you can see he was a bit busy.

Greaser Mikehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10352709229404651895noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6674909009573026579.post-87660911512744689322011-04-26T16:16:00.003-04:002011-04-26T16:21:18.375-04:00

Faithfully keeping the couch warm for me.Photo by Gala

Greaser Mikehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10352709229404651895noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6674909009573026579.post-32499869929273869242011-04-19T11:03:00.006-04:002011-05-10T12:24:24.287-04:00

The calm before the not so calm.Doing laps with Cody Hunt Hole shot! Jerry & Dan were kind enough to give me a head start before running me over.In the mix.I'd like to say I'm leading Nick and Fumi but alas, that is not the case.Photo 1 by Daniel WeissPhoto 2 by Ralph Corwin Photos 3-5 by Lisa Weimer

Greaser Mikenoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6674909009573026579.post-73708505306673997882011-04-12T11:37:00.008-04:002011-04-12T20:35:18.919-04:00

For the record, I love my bike.Jeff Hogan and his Trackmaster TriumphFumihisa "Robert" Matsueda taking Hugh's Yamaha out for a spinNick "I owe Mike a new set of grips because I can't keep my grubby little hands off his Triumph" Weimer chasing Sandriana ShipmanPete Wootton and his newly modified Triumph 500Triumph 500sWell practice finally happened on Sunday and I think I'm going around a little

Greaser Mikenoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6674909009573026579.post-73483702018895172062011-04-12T11:04:00.005-04:002011-04-12T15:26:30.482-04:00

I hung out In Brooklyn with Vander on Saturday and took these photos of his awe-inspiring 1949 Panhead in a 1936 frame. Honestly, his bike has to be my all time favorite Non-British motorcycle.Here's a video of Vander in action shot by Cicero deGuzman of Godspeed 45/06.Check out Vander and his crew from Death Science here.

Greaser Mikenoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6674909009573026579.post-10754518714187014682011-04-08T13:56:00.005-04:002011-04-08T14:24:36.161-04:00

Keep your fingers crossed that Oakland Valley Speedway doesn't get rained out for the second week in a row and we can finally get this season started!

Greaser Mikenoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6674909009573026579.post-15208377364171840932011-04-06T17:20:00.003-04:002011-04-06T17:25:27.919-04:00

Ron Haydock & The Boppers were Chicago's answer to Gene Vincent & The Blue Caps. From Ray Dennis Steckler's 1965 movie 'Rat Pfink a Boo Boo'

Greaser Mikenoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6674909009573026579.post-77069037325362008072011-04-04T16:13:00.006-04:002011-04-04T16:34:25.174-04:00

Need inspiration?Step 1: Click playStep 2: Close eyesStep 3: ListenHow about now?Image and sounds from the album Sounds of the Big Irons, 1964

Greaser Mikenoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6674909009573026579.post-63483002701011601632011-03-29T16:39:00.004-04:002011-03-29T16:46:54.601-04:00

Look Magazine - Jan 27, 1970 article on Steve McQueenWhen a horse learns to buy martinis, I'll learn to like horses.     – Steve McQueenRainy day cab ride photo by Gala.

Greaser Mikenoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6674909009573026579.post-58601711727941183622011-03-24T15:17:00.007-04:002011-03-29T16:43:30.111-04:00

I scrounged around for the next couple of years, trying to get the scam on the human race and just where the hell I fitted in - I discovered there were no openings.     – Steve McQueen

Greaser Mikenoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6674909009573026579.post-34383226547560636692011-03-23T11:07:00.009-04:002011-03-23T11:52:12.060-04:00

Forget my b-day it's almost race season!I made it to 37 (yikes!) I'm fortunate to be blessed with great friends, two awesome dogs and an amazing girlfriend-slash-partner in crime. My life gets better every year and I'm truly grateful for everything I have. Hell, no matter what's been thrown at me over the years it's impossible for me to complain. Especially, when there are others who have to

Greaser Mikenoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6674909009573026579.post-37964825459842541572011-03-22T13:46:00.008-04:002012-02-02T16:14:44.832-05:00

Chuka's Triton (as seen in Dice #1)    &nbsp    &nbsp    &nbsp    &nbsp    &nbsp    &nbsp    &nbsp    &nbsp     My BSA A10 (as seen on Cafe Racer TV)    &nbsp    &nbsp    &nbsp    &nbsp    &nbsp    &nbsp    &nbsp    &nbsp    &nbsp    &nbsp    &nbsp    &nbsp    &nbsp Emmett's hotrod T120 (as seen flying down Ludlow St.)Photo via Josh Mackenzie

Greaser Mikenoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6674909009573026579.post-11366690287163871632011-03-11T23:53:00.008-05:002011-04-04T10:45:16.722-04:00

Via James WhiteMy deepest condolences to anyone affected by today's horrific earthquake and tsunami in Japan. Please click here to find out how you can help.

Greaser Mikenoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6674909009573026579.post-27038108787217625422011-03-10T13:50:00.004-05:002011-03-10T14:24:05.313-05:00

I spent the past four days in San Diego, California for work. Fortunately, I was able to get out and enjoy some much needed sun. Can you be more...PACIFIC?!When I took this photo, the weather in New York was 33 degrees and raining.La Jolla's Harbor Seals. For obvious reasons they reminded me of Hank & DollySeal PupSpicy Michelada with Clamato at El Camino in Little ItalyArizonaThe return flight

Greaser Mikenoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6674909009573026579.post-5285202790093376792011-03-02T14:08:00.005-05:002011-03-02T14:17:53.816-05:00

"I'm tired of pretending I'm not a total bitchin' rock star from Mars!"     – Charlie Sheen

Greaser Mikenoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6674909009573026579.post-56100776494192012492011-02-28T11:21:00.004-05:002011-05-23T10:12:37.791-04:00

Greaser Mikenoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6674909009573026579.post-18021507511639417582011-02-25T10:17:00.014-05:002011-03-01T15:17:19.319-05:00

The Queen of Rockabilly, America's first female Rock and Roll singer and Rock and Roll Hall of Fame member, Wanda Jackson did not disappoint last night at the Bowery Ballroom. Wanda killed it as she belted through her classics and a few songs from her new album "The Party Aint Over," produced by Jack White of the White Stripes. (She performed despite loosing her voice during the past few shows

Greaser Mikenoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6674909009573026579.post-47714671674002501802011-02-24T11:15:00.004-05:002011-02-24T12:25:44.858-05:00

While leaving work the other night I snapped these photos of Bowlmor Lanes' swanky 1957 Cadillac custom. While the car was originally used to transport flowers to funerals, I couldn't help imagining it being used to get my bikes to the track.

Greaser Mikenoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6674909009573026579.post-82578399018927425002011-02-22T12:30:00.005-05:002011-02-22T12:55:44.573-05:00

The Blue Danube - Owned by Jack WalkerThe car as featured in Restyle Your Car by George Barris and Jim Potter in 1957The Phoenix - Jack Walker's 1941 Buick Coupe custom.*If you saw Jack's entire collection of toys your brain would explode.Note the '40 rear window and '47 Cadillac tail lightsGeorge Barris 1941 Ford - Originally built for Paul "Snooky" JanichGeorge Barris autographed dashboardNote

Greaser Mikenoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6674909009573026579.post-37556460112967981972011-02-17T12:43:00.004-05:002011-02-22T12:54:50.379-05:00

Greaser Mikenoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6674909009573026579.post-71871929177637413582011-02-16T16:54:00.005-05:002011-02-16T17:16:43.555-05:00

Bob Hirohata and the original car built by George BarrisFor some reason, this view of the original car really speaks to me.A major stop on Fritz's tour of Belton, Missouri was a stop at Jack Walker's place to check out part of his car collection. (We'd view the other part at the 2011 World Of Wheels Auto Show in Kansas City.) This gorgeous car is his clone of the Hirohata Mercury, originally

Greaser Mikenoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6674909009573026579.post-85561870771923713412011-02-14T10:21:00.009-05:002011-02-16T17:38:44.923-05:00

Something red and sexy for Valentines Day...I took these photos at the 2011 World Of Wheels Auto Show in Kansas City.See restoration photos and more at Show & Go Cycle Shop

Greaser Mikenoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6674909009573026579.post-62288962878791599512011-02-07T12:36:00.005-05:002011-02-07T12:46:15.085-05:00

Custom Wesco steel toe Jobmasters. I'm pretty sure they can survive a nuclear war.Thanks to Bob Casey - boot guru, bike builder, all around nice guy.

Greaser Mikenoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6674909009573026579.post-66754399882362855752011-02-05T19:04:00.004-05:002011-02-05T19:15:34.174-05:00

The Astro-Zombies (1968)Faster, Pussycat! Kill! Kill! (1965)

Greaser Mikenoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6674909009573026579.post-19977357794523242902011-02-04T16:17:00.008-05:002011-02-05T12:34:30.310-05:00

It's commonly known that New York City is home to several families of hawks. I've actually spotted a few in Tompkins Square Park which is only a few blocks from my apartment. However, the closest I've gotten to these amazing birds of prey is maybe 200 or so feet (Obviously, they don't hang out very close to the ground).Gala just sent me these photos of one of the hawks, who decided to eat a

Greaser Mikenoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6674909009573026579.post-88466396408803807282011-02-04T12:22:00.002-05:002011-02-04T12:59:34.643-05:00

At our new favorite local bar...Bedlam

Greaser Mikenoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6674909009573026579.post-35743744268165126262011-02-02T00:26:00.001-05:002011-02-02T00:28:13.733-05:00

Greaser Mikenoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6674909009573026579.post-86525510897514269332011-01-31T17:15:00.004-05:002011-01-31T17:19:35.191-05:00

Gala and I walking past the garageI'm looking forward to walking my dogs without wrangling them into shoes (road salt makes their paws bleed) and hoodies.Photo by Chloe Rice

Greaser Mikenoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6674909009573026579.post-75063085911388062832011-01-28T13:12:00.009-05:002011-01-28T13:46:49.564-05:00

The Challenger Shuttle CrewBack row, from left: mission specialist Ellison S. Onizuka, Teacher in Space Participant Sharon Christa McAuliffe, Payload Specialist Greg Jarvis and Mission specialist Judy Resnik.Front row, from left: Pilot Mike Smith, Commander Dick Scobee, and Mission specialist Ron McNair.From as early an age as I can remember, I wanted to enlist in the Air Force like my father,

Greaser Mikenoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6674909009573026579.post-43344298631801878082011-01-12T08:16:00.005-05:002011-01-12T15:00:24.733-05:00

While the Northeast is currently snowed in (again), here's an incredible video of Alex Jorgenson #44 & Randy Goss #6 battling it out in the Houston Astrodome.

Greaser Mikenoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6674909009573026579.post-62657558987550854552011-01-11T15:15:00.011-05:002011-01-11T18:05:42.990-05:00

Anyone who's ever watched HBO's "Band of Brothers" or read the memoir "Beyond Band of Brothers" knows of the incredible story of Major Dick Winters and the role he played in WWII. He was a true hero and personified the best in American serviceman. He will not be forgotten.You are loved and will never be forgotten by any soldier that ever served under you, I would follow you into hell.     – Floyd

Greaser Mikenoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6674909009573026579.post-693444408809296482011-01-10T11:12:00.005-05:002011-01-13T09:59:30.498-05:00

Just pretend all that snow and ice is dirt and you're tearing it up in So-CalNick WeimerWhat do you do when it's 29F/-2C outside and you really want to go for a ride? The answer is ice racing! Mike and Nick Weimer studded up the tires on their CR250 and we hit the lake.I don't know about you but I refuse to hibernate!

Greaser Mikenoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6674909009573026579.post-65291384973906507192010-12-31T08:00:00.001-05:002010-12-31T08:00:03.415-05:00

Team Obsolete Harley-Davidson XR750-TTs1971 MZ RE2501974 MV Agusta 750S1974 Laverda SFC (Series 17000)Check out Jamie Waters's Collection here.

Greaser Mikenoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6674909009573026579.post-17371952008414660072010-12-30T08:00:00.003-05:002011-01-10T16:10:34.952-05:00

I never really cared much for Beemers until I saw photographer Gregor Halenda's interpretation of a BMW Cafe racer.Team Incomplete showcases the painstaking process of bringing this bike to life Here.I posed with the Pedestrian Killer for a Hasselblad camera campaign shot by GregorTomorrow: Part 10: Non-British Bikes.

Greaser Mikenoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6674909009573026579.post-12534535909424669762010-12-29T08:00:00.002-05:002010-12-29T08:00:02.772-05:00

Tomorrow: Part 9:Gregor Halenda's TI BMW Boxer!

Greaser Mikenoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6674909009573026579.post-44185017076022617372010-12-28T08:00:00.003-05:002010-12-29T20:43:58.069-05:00

1969 Norton Dunstall 750 (Drainpipe)1984 Norton Rotary Prototype (P51/4)1968 Norton P11Check out Jamie Waters's Collection here.Tomorrow: Part 8: Triumph & BSA!

Greaser Mikenoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6674909009573026579.post-52924378315045669992010-12-27T08:00:00.002-05:002010-12-29T20:45:31.798-05:00

1962 Norton Manx 500 (Summerfield)1974 Dunstall Commando & 1931 Norton "McCandless" International1959 Norton Manx 500Reg Pridmore's 1970 Norton Production Racer1970 Norton Commando Production RacerCheck out Jamie Waters's Collection here.Tomorrow: Part 7: More Nortons!

Greaser Mikenoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6674909009573026579.post-52069673249401524882010-12-26T08:36:00.004-05:002010-12-29T20:47:57.084-05:00

For more on Kenny Cummings visit http://www.nycnorton.comSouthsiders did a feature on Kenny here.Tomorrow: Part 6: Nortons, Nortons, Nortons!

Greaser Mikenoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6674909009573026579.post-33673329762186048052010-12-25T08:16:00.003-05:002010-12-29T20:48:47.849-05:00

1972 Rob North Triumph, Gary Nixon's AHRMA F750 Championship bike1972 Rob North BSA Rocket 3Check out Jamie Waters's Collection here.Tomorrow: Part 5: Kenny Cummings' Seeley Norton Racer!

Greaser Mikenoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6674909009573026579.post-83935352889353579122010-12-24T08:01:00.004-05:002010-12-29T20:49:20.319-05:00

1973 Norton MonocoqueDave Aldana aboard at Daytona 200, 19741976 Norton Cosworth ChallengeCheck out Jamie Waters's Collection here.Tomorrow: Part 4: Rob North Triumph Triples!

Greaser Mikenoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6674909009573026579.post-49939444188661186242010-12-23T08:53:00.008-05:002010-12-29T20:49:59.266-05:00

1976 Wood-Norton Lightweight racer1974 Wood-Norton, big-tube racer1959 BSA Catalina ScramblerCheck out Jamie Waters's Collection here.Tomorrow: Part 3: Monocoque & Cosworth Norton Racers!

Greaser Mikenoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6674909009573026579.post-42983714274662511822010-12-22T00:10:00.008-05:002010-12-29T21:16:14.264-05:00

Somewhere there lies a secret motorcycle collection known only as Spannerland. This awe inspiring collection was recently featured in Lee Klancher's Motorcycle Dream Garages and is sort of a cathedral to some of the greatest two-wheeled machines ever build.The thing that makes this particular bike collection truly remarkable is that each bike is truly special and noteworthy in the history of

Greaser Mikenoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6674909009573026579.post-73346157832234078962010-12-21T08:38:00.005-05:002012-02-02T16:13:47.269-05:00

The 1958 BSA A10 Super Rocket Hugh and Fumi built for Cafe Racer on Discovery HD has officially joined my collection. The BSA barely resembles the pile of scrap that first rolled into Sixth Street Specials in NYC. With a heart transplant of a cammed up and hot rodded BSA A10 Super Rocket engine and more original 60's cafe bling than one could imagine, the bike was transformed into a Rocker's wet

Greaser Mikenoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6674909009573026579.post-34562322733958630842010-12-20T11:18:00.007-05:002010-12-20T11:56:45.402-05:00

Dolly, a pup with refined taste, sports a scarf from Sideburn MagazineRoad Racing History of the Triumph 500 Unit Twin by Claudio SinitchThere are dozens of books available on Triumph motorcycles out there but they usually cover the company as a whole. Italian motorcycle dealer and lifetime Triumph aficionado, Claudio Sinitch delves into the history of one of the greatest motorcycle engines of

Greaser Mikenoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6674909009573026579.post-52168920972409351272010-12-19T15:46:00.011-05:002011-01-13T12:36:04.216-05:00

Over the summer I noticed the gearbox in my 750cc bobber, "The Pedestrian Killer," was deteriorating. With temperatures outside reaching a high of 30 degrees, I felt it was the ideal time to tear it down and freshen things up.The bumper sticker on the lift sums it all up perfectly.The inner and outer gearbox covers. I replaced the worn shifter bushing in the outer cover.The mostly empty gearbox.

Greaser Mikenoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6674909009573026579.post-29167033183005021392010-12-09T15:14:00.013-05:002012-02-02T16:15:07.357-05:00

The 1958 BSA A7 motorcycle. A bike barely alive. Gentlemen, Hugh and Fumi can rebuild it. They have the technology. They have the capability to build the world's best BSA Super Rocket Cafe Racer. This BSA will be that bike. Better than it was before.      Better...        Stronger...             Faster!It looks as good as six million dollars to me!Photos via Fumi

Greaser Mikenoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6674909009573026579.post-46669478812792173212010-12-02T11:56:00.025-05:002012-02-02T16:15:15.587-05:00

Hugh Mackie - trying hard not to look cool!Episodes 8, 9, & 10 of Discovery HD's runaway show Cafe Racer feature Sixth Street Specials' own Hugh and Fumi as they resurrect a 1958 BSA A7. Watch as they transform decades of rust and neglect into a period perfect fire breathing Super Rocket cafe racer that Gene Vincent would have given his good leg to own. "Hugh is sort of like a cross between

Greaser Mikenoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6674909009573026579.post-30289873604179714522010-11-25T13:09:00.008-05:002010-11-25T23:35:38.745-05:00

Barbara BatesAlix Talton

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