A Rare Harley-Davidson FXRD Gets a Second Life at the Minnesota Garage Build Bike Show
Some motorcycles are rare because so few were built. Others become special because of the stories attached to them. This 1986 Harley-Davidson FXRD is both. At the 3rd Annual Minnesota Garage Build Bike Show presented by Dennis Kirk, Rodrigo and his father, John, shared the journey of restoring a one-year-only
Bigger, Better, and Built in the Garage: Recapping the 3rd Annual Minnesota Garage Build Bike Show
The 3rd Annual Minnesota Garage Build Bike Show presented by Dennis Kirk was the biggest one yet, bringing together passionate motorcycle builders, riders, and families for a full day of custom bikes, friendly competition, and community at Running Aces in Columbus, MN. Each year, the show continues to grow, and
How to Dress for Every Motorcycle Riding Condition
The weather app might say it’s 65 degrees, but every rider knows that’s only half the story. Standing in your driveway, it feels perfect. Ten minutes later you’re cruising at 60 mph wondering why your hands are freezing. Or maybe you left the house on a cool morning, only to
The Essential Motorcycle Garage Tools Every Rider Should Own
There’s a couple common mistake many riders make when setting up their first garage for a build. They either go into a project with nothing on hand or they just go ham and buy all the tools they can think of. Huge mechanic’s kits. Specialty tools they’ll never use. Discount
Why Riders Convert from a Generator to an Alternator on Vintage Harleys
Electrical systems are one of those motorcycle topics most riders don’t think about (or want to think about) until something stops working. Weak charging. Dim lights at idle. Hard starting after sitting overnight. Maybe the battery seems fine one week and completely dead the next. Electrical gremlins are often the
The Story Behind “Ethel”: Gator Mike’s 1974 Super Glide Resurrection
Some motorcycles are built for performance. Some are built for show. And then there are bikes like Ethel. Ethel is a garage-built machine that carries stories in every weld, scratch, and kickstart. This 1974 Harley-Davidson Super Glide didn’t roll into the garage as a pristine survivor or a polished collector