Vintage 1948 Harley-Davidson Panhead
Nothing captures the heart of a motorcycle enthusiast more than a crusty old Harley-Davidson motorcycle. Period. They are things of beauty that conjure dreams of the adventure and romance of earlier...
View Article1909 Vintage Harley Police Motorcycle, The earliest police model in existence
At the dawn of the last century, Harley-Davidson recognized that its rugged and reliable motorcycles were perfectly positioned to service law enforcement. Back then, good mobility was vital, and a...
View ArticleClassic 1945 Harley-Davidson 45″ Flathead
1945 Harley-Davidson 45″ Flathead By Jim Babchak, photos by Don Kates Harley-Davidson’s 45″ flatheads are one of the great mainstays of any antique motorcycle gathering, on any given weekend, in any...
View ArticleLooking For Classic Motorcycle Cut-Downs, Bobbers & Choppers
A late 1920s Harley JDH Cut-Down custom motorcycle The long history of choppers and custom motorcycle is a uniquely American story, akin to Rock ‘n Roll in its cultural impact and global influence. The...
View ArticleMotorcycle Cannonball 2014, Part I – Preview
From l., Buzz Kanter, Cris Sommer Simmons, Pat Simmons, and Paul Ousey, ready to ride! By Buzz Kanter, photos by Michael Lichter, Jim Dohms, and Buzz Kanter Part I: 3,938 Miles of Blood, Sweat &...
View ArticleAmerican Iron Magazine’s 2015 Motorcycle Kickstart Classic Rides
Based on the popularity of the Motorcycle Kickstart Classic rides in the past the teams at American Iron Magazine and Motorcycle Rides & Culture will be putting on two rides for 2015. The first...
View ArticleAmerican Iron Magazine’s Indian Rides, Bike Show For 75th Sturgis Rally?
The crew at American Iron Magazine is looking into the possibility of organizing a number of Indian-focused rides from around the country to Sturgis, SD to commemorate the 75th Sturgis Rally &...
View ArticleAI Garage 1930s Harley VL and Sidecar Sneak peak (Video)
The crew at American Iron Magazine recently rescued this 1930s Harley VL and sidecar, which had been sitting in a basement for 10 years, and brought it over to Retrocycle to get her all back up to...
View ArticleNEW STURGIS EVENT Indian & Classic American Iron Black Hills Rally 2015
Are you going to Sturgis this year? Do you own or love classic motorcycles? Be at the legendary Buffalo Chip on August 4th. Here is a “Save The Date” notification for an event you won’t want to miss....
View ArticleRIDE TO STURGIS: Black Hills Heritage Ride Presented by Indian Motorcycle
American Iron Magazine is partnering up with Motorcycle Rides & Culture and Indian Motorcycle for an all-brands motorcycle ride from Anamosa, IA to Sturgis, SD. This all-brands motorcycle ride is...
View ArticleIndian Motorcycle & Classic American Iron Black Hills Rally @ Sturgis
Are you going to Sturgis this year to celebrate the 75th Black Hills Rally? Are you and your friends looking for a fun and free event for all Indian motorcycles and/or classic American motorcycles?...
View ArticleHarley In The Snow – Heck Yes With A Sidecar
So what’s a ride to do when the snow falls and sticks to the road? How about strapping a sidecar onto your Harley and bundle up for some winter fun. That is what I did here in New England. Classic...
View ArticleIndian Motorcycle Collectors Special
This Indian Lover’s Bundle includes the following: 9 rare Indian Illustrated issues, the official 2015 Indian and Classic American Iron 75th Black Hills Rally T-shirt, a box of Indian Motorcycle...
View Article1951 Harley Factory Flathead Race Motorcycle
How much do you know about the 1950s Harley WRTT racers? Our Buzz Kanter learns more about them from his friend Leo Hulnick, and shares with us.
View ArticleCLASSIC AMERICAN IRON NEWS! 2016 Motorcycle Cannonball off to Difficult Start
The 2016 Motorcycle Cannonball, a coast to coast endurance ride for motorcycles at least 100 years or older, started with real issues. I have ridden in all three prior Cannonballs and opted out of this...
View ArticleDay 3 Motorcycle Cannonball – American Iron Report
This event for 1916 or older motorcycles to ride across the US from Atlantic City, NJ to Carlsbad, CA looks to be the toughest one yet. The first Motorcycle Cannonball (2010) was for 1915 and older...
View ArticleMotorcycle Cannonball 2016 Video – Stage 5 Start
Runnin’ Rabbits Films captures the start of Stage 5 of the 2016 Motorcycle Cannonball Run as riders set out from Bloomington, Indiana.
View ArticleTV Two Cam – 1929 Harley JDH on History Channel’s American Restoration
Buzz’s 1929 Harley JDH Two Cam was featured on an episode of History Channel’s American Restoration. Text by Dale Walksler Photos by Jim Dohms I have always liked a challenge, and this is a great one —...
View Article1931 Harley V Model Bobber
American Iron Classic – 1931 H-D V Model – American Iron Magazine Issue #340 By Jim Babchak / Photos by Buzz Kanter The future of old bikes belongs to young bucks There’s growing concern among today’s...
View ArticleUltra Rare 1949 Indian-Vincent Factory Prototype in Bonhams Vegas Auction
This one-of-a-kind 1949 Indian-Vincent Factory Prototype ended up in the personal collection of Phil Vincent. (All photos courtesy of Bonhams) Singular Anglo-American model is one of 16 Vincent...
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