As you have probably seen over the years, we here at Guilty Truth Blog try to be open to as many avenues of information as possible (blogs, rags, boards, radio, etc) as we believe we can learn about some cool trends as well as cool tricks regardless of what you ride or where you live. One place we frequently go is magazines. And over the years we’ve seen numerous rags hit the skids (as well as “tweeking” their publication schedules), due to the economy, bad management and of course the increased use of the internet. One “possible” magazine up for sale now (per the guys at Kneeslider blog), is Cycle World Magazine. Take a look HERE.

Hey, thanks for coming back! Great to see there are a few of you out there that have taste and style! Seriously, thanks for visiting. If you know of stories you think people would be interested in, shoot us a line C'ya!

We love rat rod’s. You know those cars or trucks that look as if their owner hasn’t actually finished the build. But rather slapped, welded, chicken wired together the raw steel or aluminum body in a rush. Using minimal comfort interiors combined with slammed or cut off roof lines and old wheels and cool pin stripping (if even that). Well the Guilty Gang is on a hunt of sorts to find a donor car/truck/vw etc, we can get our grimy mitts on in order to make a “corporate sponsored” rat rod. We’ll be approaching various corporate sponsors (tire, wheel, body shops, engine, etc) for this build that will travel with us to events around the country in the Limpnickie Lot. So, if you’ve got some piece of crap hanging around your yard, garage or know of someone that does, give us a shout. We will post every entry and then let the readers choose which one we go with. Then this build will be documented on the site and who knows, maybe even some cool carma will come your way!

Granted, we’re all about cleaning up the environment in a manner that helps sustain our longevity here on this planet. And we’ve even taken on some projects of our own to help; such as separating our plastic’s from paper, reducing lawn work and even coffee consumption. Yes, really! Even going as far as getting a dually diesel truck in place of a gas truck (they say it’s cleaner-but we just like the sound and size). But if your serious about helping the environment, you have to take risks, and step outside the norm of everyday “business as usual”. Which it looks like the guys at Fish Design, have done. They have a future concept for a chopper that has environmentaly friendly techniques. In their words,

“The purpose was to find a future concept for custom motorcycles, without a “real” engine, sound or traditional design. I wish to attract a cool target group. The hybrid power train is not as beautiful as the traditional custom engine. (v-twin) How does that affect the esthetical function? The keyword for my design is “powerful elegance”.”

While it won’t get you the reaction you’re use to having when you crack back the throttle and blast those unsuspecting pedestrians or cagers, you can rest assured you’d be appreciated by environmental activist, grand kids, politicians that listen to their constituents and neighbors. Seriously. Really. Take my word for it. Honest. No kidding.

When we see vintage bikes, such as this Norton we have to admit they have a certain allure to them. Whether your an avid enthusiast or casual observer, your head turns and your mind wonders whenever you hear and/or see one of these beauties floating down the road. This Flat Tank 18 built by Norton came via a friend of ours to our grubby hands. These Flat Tanks are coveted as they were made for a brief period (1900-28) and due to economic times (i.e. forcing more production efficiencies), esthetics and design challenges, became most important to a manufacturers survival, thus the Flat Tankers are truly the last of the hand-built motorcycles. Norton’s (called by fans “the untouchable or unbeatable Norton) has a rich history which we all can benefit from if we just spend the time and effort to learn about them.

We didn’t see this coming. Really. Motorcycle Industry Personnel Rally Around Healthier Living! During Daytona Bike Week, Chris Callen of Cycle Source Magazine and Roadside Marty Of Willies Tropical Tattoo Show were on the topic of “losing the winter pounds”. Well one thing lead to another and a contest to see who could be in better shape by the end of this year’s riding season was born. Well, as long as these two are going to the mat in the name of good health, they decided to take it into the motorcycle media and see who else they could get involved with this contest. Here’s the outline of what’s going on:

Official starting weight, photo, age and current health conditions will be established in the first issue. From there they will give monthly updates as to their personal health, fitness level and diet as well as updated weight and picture. Through a monthly release in whatever print media and all blogs and motorcycle news Web sites will carry it, the progress of the Wicked Big Losers group will be tracked as they work their way towards better health. There will also be small bits of information from health and nutrition experts, fitness trainers and long time motorcycle personalities who practice good health like a religion. But we need more big losers! If you are or know anyone that could stand about six months of getting in shape, please contact us ASAP as we are in the process of launching this campaign.

Here is the first installment from Chris Callen.

Starting weight= 309 lbs. Average exercise hours in a week = 0 Health condition = Poor Age = 38
Since the magazine has gone to the national newsstands I have had very little time to take care of myself, hence the very large spare tire that has amassed around my midsection. (No I am not smuggling free Dunlops across state lines). Anyway, after many lectures from friends and family, and one time when Cyril Huze told me I’m not built for love, I am ready to get back in shape, for my health and appearance. Riding hard and partying like a nut is only okay if you prepare your body for the abuse of life on the road. I have not and it’s staring to take its toll. I look to lose about 80 pounds during this challenge, that was the weight I was at about five years ago when the magazine went to the regional newsstands and I started working 18 hour days. PS- Roadside, it’s on like Donkey Kong…. Beyatch!

We love new products here at the Guilty garage! Why? Cause it’s fun to play with stuff and find out if the claims are actually legit or just hot air. Which is the reason for this post cause we’re jones’n for some free swag to test out from Mikuni. Mikuni claims that the HSR45 is the perfect carburetor performance upgrade kit for a Harley-Davidson motorcycle or engine also using a modified exhaust, cam kit, performance ignition, performance heads and possibly a big bore kit. Easy Kit applications include Harley-Davidson 1999 to present Twin Cam, and 1990 to ‘99 Big Twin Evolution models. The HSR45 Carburetor is also the perfect choice for other after market high performance Big Twin applications. Included in the Mikuni HSR45-5 Easy Kit is a 45mm carburetor, a stock air box adapter, and instructions. The Kit can be used with the following H-D Screamin’ Eagle higher flowing manifold kits: HDSE part numbers: 29634-00 (HTCC), or 29635-99 (TC), 29636-99 (Evo). Mikuni Carburetor Kit Part Number: HSR45-5 Contact your local dealer to order and visit www.MikuniPower.com for more information. For a copy of the newest Mikuni HSR42/45/48 Smooth bore Carburetor 6-page Brochure mail a legal size SASE to HSR Carburetor Brochure, Mikuni American Corporation, 8910 Mikuni Avenue, Northridge, CA 91324. Hey guy’s we’re waiting by the mail box.

Just heard that Ron Paugh, President of Paughco Inc., and Duncan Keller, founder and CEO of Yankee Engineuity, announced that Paughco will assume all rights to YE products. Keller will continue as Director of Product Development for the YE lineup. All manufacturing, warehousing, distribution and sales of the exclusive collection will be brought in house at Paughco. Yankee Engineuity is a manufacturer of “Modular Platform” accessories for Harley-Davidson motorcycles.

So, we’ve been a bit slack on updating you on our adventures in Daytona during Bike Week. It wasn’t due to not having enough material to sling at you but rather, which stuff to tell you about as the days were filled with adventure. We can tell you that based upon attendance and comments from people such as Cyril Huze, Billy Lane, Athena (Biker Chic) and various magazine editors, the Limpnickie Lot was “THE place to be during Bike Week“. With around the clock shenanigans as well as “visitor activities” such as night time biker movies, car bashing, paintball wars (yes the ladies got involved too), rock-a-billy and rock-and-roll music and rat rod cars and trucks visiting the lot, the Limpnickie gang brought fun back to Daytona. Also with visits from Willy G himself and other industry biggies, the lot was definitely getting some interest from the big boys.

The “gang” visited such places as the Dog House where smoking guitars were presented from lot builders such as Nash Motorcycle, Bling Cycles, Bare Knuckle and Lead Sled, to the Hard Rock for fund raising purposes. Then onto the Broken Spoke which was hosting a “Limpnickie Lot Night” for a rematch for the title of World’s Burn Out King as well as a group ride to Willie’s Tropical Tattoo for the show. And lest we forget our own Cycle Source Magazine Bike Show… which had some of the countries coolest old school bikes rolling right into the skate park. Talk about cool!!
The Limpnickie Lot and their entourage showed Daytona what it really needed in order to have a lot of fun… which was cool rides, hot cars and an inclusive environment where anyone can have fun as long as your ride a cool bike and didn’t bring an attitude. Later guys!