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Harley Davidson & Born-Free

Sunday, May 19, 2013 11:36

This year Harley Davidson is the Top Sponsor for Born-Free 5. We just spent a few days in beautiful Milwaukee touring the Power Train Plant,The Corporate Offices and The Museum.It's absolutely amazing to see where the motorcycles we covet so much originate from.The museum is un-describable in words you must see it for yourself to fully appreciate the history and tradition of the greatest motorcycles ever made and still being made today.Harley's participation in this year's show has been a blessing to say the least and is letting us do even more for the show and all of you.Harley Davidson will award their new 2013 Screaming Eagle 120R motor to talented someone at Born-Free to build a bike around for BF 6. This a very special & generous award can go to anyone who attends Born-Free with a bike they have built that exemplifies the creative & artistic expression of what this show is all about.There is no ticket to buy... no rules to this promotion and is open to all...so if you are building a bike as an invited guest or one of many who are simply regular guys working on a bike in their garage's at night...you could win this motor and be part of something very special at next year's show!! This is an incredible opportunity for someone and a great honor for The Born-Free Show. Here are a few pics of the trip & the Power Train....

1950 Gila Monster For Sale

Saturday, May 18, 2013 23:03

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Born Loser

1950 Triumph Pre Unit.The
Gila Monster Completely rebuilt!! Full show bike and full show/ go motor. The very best of everything. Email for build sheet and complete details. California Title.

From Instagram

Saturday, May 18, 2013 14:33

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Death Machine

Thanks again @bencorntattoos for the rosa!! Follow him for some sick work!!

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Saturday, May 18, 2013 14:33

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Death Machine

Another drawn on the spot that I couldn't leave without by @bencorntattoos Thanks!!!

Tank for today

Saturday, May 18, 2013 11:11

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Freedom

See you all at Alexs today for Karla's memorial party. I had planned to paint my friends bike for her birthday, but won't get that chance. So I painted this up for her to be in auction/raffle that will go to support her family. Sweet old butts fiberglass flake gelcoat with a "nat quick" all-over thumbprint and paneling.

Rare Avon Track Racer Tires

Saturday, May 18, 2013 7:33

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Born Loser

Killer set of Avon Track Racer tires. 4.00 x 19. These are super hard to find and very nice. I will sell separately. Email to buy mikedavis70@hotmail.com

blogger talkers..

Saturday, May 18, 2013 1:03

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At the Risers

Mike Tubbs started this podcast series called Chopper Prophets which he created earlier this month and it's starting to pick up speed. He's already got a few interviews up with dudes like Larry Pierce and Caleb Owens. To be honest, I was a little apprehensive when he told me the name of it simply because to me the word "prophet" implies someones better or above everyone else (when the truth is we're all just insecure nerds trying to convince ourselves we're not), but once I talked to Mike he made it clear its the farthest thing from that...basically he's really interested in what happens outside of the garage and how we even got there in the first place. My little interview went up last night and it's full of me saying "like" while trying to be interesting.

Check out my trainwreck and all the other podcasts Mikes done at -

Chopper Prophets

What’s All this Crazy Stuff I Keep Hearing about Gringos?

Friday, May 17, 2013 15:25

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Biltwell

It feels like we've beaten this horse to death, but there are still enough redundant questions surfacing in social media about our first DOT-approved full-face helmet that a blog about the Gringo seems necessary. In no particular order, here are some short, sweet answers to the questions we hear most often:

What colors does the Gringo come in?

That's easy: Gloss Black, Flat Black, Gloss Orange, Gloss Antique White and Flat Titanium

Is the Gringo helmet DOT approved?

Yes, The Gringo is DOT approved.

Are you going to introduce a novelty version of the Gringo helmet?

No, and here's why: Novelty helmets exist to help style-conscious bikeriders avoid the astronaut look so common with open-face helmets. Because full-face helmets have a chin bar that obscures the rider's face, the astronaut factor is greatly minimized. People who buy full-face helmets are doing so for safety, so a novelty full face doesn't make sense.

Will Biltwell goggles and bubble shields work with the Gringo helmet?

Yes. See photos for proof. Peripheral vision in the Gringo meets or exceeds DOT standards, but motocross goggles have a tendency to reduce the rider's peripheral vision do to limitations inherent in their design. If you like the look of a retro-inspired full face like the Gringo with MX goggles, please keep this in mind. Peripheral vision is more important on a street bike than it is on the motocross track, where most of the action happens in the rider's line of sight. On a street bike, shit's going down everywhere, and you need to see it. If safety is your number one priority, there are few safer or better-looking setups than our bubble shield on a Gringo.

How many sizes? Do the different sizes employ different-sized outer shells?

The Gringo comes in six sizes: XS through XXL. There are two different outer shell sizes: One for XS through M, and a second slightly larger one for L, XL and XXL.

Can I wash the Gringo's cheek pads and inside comfort liner?

Both the interior comfort liner and cheek pads in the Gringo are removable and washable, but you must use care in doing so. NEVER throw the liner or cheek pads in a washer or dryer—hand wash only with mild soapy water and allow to air dry before reinstalling. We will offer replacement cheek pads and comfort liners for Gringos in the future, probably in the early fall of 2013.

If I order a Gringo online, can I exchange it if it doesn't fit?

Yes, but please see our sizing chart for Gringo helmets here before placing your order. Sorry, we will not accept returns on improperly sized Gringo helmets that show visible signs of excessive wear and tear. If it doesn't fit, put it into its original packaging and email Erik at Biltwell customer service for instructions on returning helmets.

If you have questions not answered here, please visit the Gringo helmet section on our website.