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We love Harleys (who doesn’t?) The Harley Davidson model range revolves around it’s 4 main engine types: Twin Cam (Big Twin) Sportster V-Rod Street Twin Cam (Softail & Dyna models) Beginning production in 1999, the Harley Twin Cam engine is available in 88 ci (1450 cc), 95 ci (1550 cc), 96 ci (1584 cc), 103 ci (1690 cc) and 110 ci. (1,801 cc). The Twin Cam follows on from the Evo motor, which was used through the 80’s and 90’s with huge success. The Harley Davidson Twin Cam models are available in 2 frame types: The Dyna & Softail. The...

This is a very popular style of ride especially in the 1980’s. They have a history going back to the 1930’s through to the 1960’s with a large increase in Japanese made Cruisers in the 80’s. Having said that, the typical Cruiser is American at heart and is also well represented here in Australia.Cruisers are usually the base custom ride from which modifications and customizations take place. There are many types of Cruisers catering for all our riding needs from touring to commuting each day. Some of the most comfortable handlebars for a cruiser are a set of Westerns, Beach...

The Digger has its history rooted in the evolution of drag racing bikes. Some sources describe the Digger as a 1970’s Flashback. With their extended forks and awesome looks they do ‘drag’ up memories of your favourite childhood ‘dragstar’. As with all the custom types and styles explained a little more in detail here, they are certainly not child’s play and a well looked after ‘Digger’ is something to be very proud of.Check out some examples here Source: http://cyrilhuzeblog.com/2012/03/15/digger-bikes-are-back-thanks-to-arlen-ness/ Source: http://suprememotos.com/harley-davidson/229997-1977-harley-davidson-ironhead-xlh-sportster-custom-digger-chopper-arlen-ness.html Source: https://in.pinterest.com/pin/800655639983332814/   Source: https://www.hdforums.com/how-tos/slideshows/1970s-flashback-drag-bike-inspired-digger-choppers-590275 For a great selection of BarCraft custom handlebars to go with your Digger click...

The Scrambler has its roots in the Californian Desert Races of the 1960’s. Steve McQueen famously raced a Triumph “Desert Sled” Scrambler. The name gives a hint to its inception. Scramblers initially needed to get from Point A to Point B fast with high regard to speed and little to rules. Visions of ‘scrambling’ from one point to another come to mind. Scramblers by their nature, are an all terrain ride. The Moto handlebar is perfect for an scrambler, or a set of Westerns will look great for a vintage styled custom.Check these images out: Source: https://www.ellaspede.com/blog/latest/scrambler-a-brief-history-and-how-to/ Source: https://hiconsumption.com/best-scrambler-motorcycles/ Source:...

This style of customized ride has its origins in California in the 1950’s. The word ‘Chopper’ coming from the situation where you start with an original motorcycle and ‘chop’ it or ‘modify’ it. A key feature of the “Chopper” is it’s long front end and extended forks. As for handlebars, we would go with something old school like Ape Hangers, Pullbacks, or funky Six Bends. For a more detailed explanation and history you can’t go past this page on Wikipediahttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chopper_(motorcycle) Some classic ‘Chopper’ images to drool over Source: https://www.hemmings.com/stories/2014/10/21/captain-america-chopper-from-easy-rider-sells-for-record-setting-1-35-million Source: https://www.getlowered.com/blog/the-history-of-the-chopper-motorcycle/Another great site for the history buffs, check it out....