VROD build progress
by Editor on 05/17/21
This 2003 Harley-Davidson 100th Anniversary VRSCA VROD has gone through a lot of changes and upgrades since we first got it. We originally bought it as a parts bike but decided to bring it back to life instead...
Check out the progress of this build here:
Motorcycle rear camera mount exposed
by Editor on 05/14/21
Here's a shot of the rear camera mount on our Vrod, the majority of this is hidden behind the saddlebags normally. I have come up with an improved design in my head so I need to pull off the rear fender to gather measurements to see if it is possible. Looks like it will just fit but it'll be a lot of work.... Time to order some more aluminum & stainless steel fasteners and draw up the plans.
VRODS
by Editor on 05/10/21
We will be running two Harley-Davidson VROD camera bikes in 2021, you can check out the builds here:
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Mother's Day
by Editor on 05/09/21
Happy Mother's Day to all the Moms around the world and especially to ours.
Where are the 5 electrical grounds on a VROD
by Editor on 05/08/21
It is very important to know where the 5 grounds are located on your VRODS. I highly recommend you clean and torque them to spec, over time them become dirty and in some cases loose causing problems.
To do this procedure consult your bikes owners manual or better yet the shop manual as that will give you the step by step instructions on how to do it. This video was made to show the locations of the 5 battery grounds.
Make sure you remove the 40amp maxi-fuse before attempting to do this!
May is Motorcycle Awareness month
by Editor on 05/01/21
May is motorcycle awareness month and this campaign really hits home with me. To help bring attention to Motorcycle awareness month, I've designed this logo using my own x-ray.
If you want to learn more about my near fatal accident you can read more here.
Trev Deeley Motorcycles in Vancouver. Harley Davidson
by Editor on 04/24/21
It's always good to see the folks at Trev Deeley Motorcycles in Vancouver!
I went there yesterday to have some tires mounted and balanced, while I was waiting picked up some oil, oil filters, steering head bearings, kickstand bushings, spray cleaner and a shift shaft seal.
Outstanding customer service as always!
Motorcycles, a labour of love.... Part 2
by Editor on 04/23/21
After months of work, our silver Vrod camera bike has emerged from the garage to see the light of day...
We've posted more image here
Green's Wheel Repair
by Editor on 04/17/21
Big huge shout out to Brad, Jaime, Lisa and the rest of the team at Green's Wheel Repair in Richmond! My wheels were ready on time, at the price I was quoted, and they're dead true!
Green's Wheel Repair 604-278-5937
2170-21331 Gordon Way, Richmond, BC V6W 1J9
Website: https://www.greensautomotive.com
GREEN'S Automotive / GREEN'S Wheel Repair
by Editor on 04/13/21
Went to Green's Wheel Repairs in Richmond yesterday to have a couple of wheels straightened, met with Brad & was happy to hear he could have them done in 3 or 4 days. (They are one of the few places that specialize in motorcycle wheels)
I remember going to GREENS about 35 years ago at their old shop to get a nitrous bottle refilled for my Camaro, and nothing has really changed, the customer service is still outstanding!
Eye imaging
by Editor on 04/10/21
Diane and I are getting reading to order our new glasses from Liberty Sport but before we do we wanted to have our prescription checked by the optometrist. Afterwards, the doctor took some imaging of my eye to check the over all health, but it looks more like something from a Sci Fi movie...
Motorcycle travel videos on Youtube
by Editor on 04/09/21
Have you checked out our Youtube channel lately?
Have you subscribed?
Here's the link: https://youtube.com/vridetv
VROD parts for sale
by Editor on 04/07/21
More 2002-2006 Harley Davidson VROD parts have been added to our for sale page.
here's the link http://www.vridetv.com/vrodparts.html
Details, details, details...
by Editor on 04/02/21
Before installing the brake disc onto this rear wheel I decided to sand and polish the face of the wheel that the rotor doesn't cover. At the end of every red line is a surface that can be seen so it needed to be sanded and polished, then multiply that by five. The Devil is in the details...
Motorcycles, are they ever really done?
by Editor on 03/31/21
Really happy with the progression of this bike, there's still a few mods that I want to do but it's getting there.
Ruthless Designz 920V VROD Wheels
by Editor on 03/28/21
Here they are fresh out of the wrapper!
OMG, I am so happy with the way these wheels came back, they were in pretty rough shape when I sent them to Ruthless Designz. They were pitted and badly oxidized from years of neglect by the previous owner...
Bill Gorby and his team at Ruthless Designz did an absolutely amazing job on the machining, sanding and polishing of what used to be stock OEM solid Vrod wheels.
I absolutely love the Ruthless Designz #920 option but I asked if they could do a slight modification to them by taking off the three sharp points, my thoughts on that was: first, save on band aids from the amount of times I'll clean them lol. Secondly it kinda gives a nod & pays homage to the look of the VROD Destroyer racing wheels but with a Ruthless Designz styling and street ability. (I'm not sure if Ruthless Designz will add this to their lineup of options but if they do, hopefully they'll call it the #920V design)
These will be going on our Carbon fiber camera bike soon!
Well wrapped Vrod wheels
by Editor on 03/27/21
It's pretty exciting when the FedEx guy delivers two big boxes that you've been patiently waiting for, lol who am I kidding, I've been checking the tracking number twice a day!
Once I opened up the boxes and removed the protective packaging the two black bags were carried to the kitchen table & when opened the wheels were plastic stretched wrapped! I had to share how well the folks at Ruthless Designz in Myrtle Beach take care of their workmanship!
Motorcycles... A Labour of Love
by Editor on 03/26/21
After months of work, our carbon fiber Vrod camera bike has emerged from the garage to see the light of day...
We've posted more image here
Vrod on bike lift
by Editor on 03/24/21
Slowly but surely checking off the tasks on the "Thing to do list" before taking our 2003 Harley-Davidson 100th Anniversary VRSCA carbon fiber V-Rod off the lift for riding season. Looks like we have at least another week or so of rain here so that's plenty of time to get the rest done.
NEW motorcycle rear camera mount
by Editor on 03/23/21
Here is the final result of our new rear camera mount for our 2003 Harley-Davidson 100th Anniversary VRSCA carbon fiber VROD. It took a lot longer than I thought but I'm happy with the results.
