Motorcycle Accessory News from Metric Thunder

Metric Thunder Selling T Bike 1!!!

JimJC — Sun, 01 Aug 2010 18:42:24 +0000

Many have asked over the years, even got some cash offers in the $28K range.

We’ve been asked dozens of times over the past 5+ years, “is that red bike for sale?” Three years ago had a customer in Michigan who offered $28K plus shipping and had trouble taking no for an answer…

Yes, it’s an absolute one-of-a-kind that’s an award winner several times over and has appeared in RoadBike Magazine (June 2010 issue). Heads turn wherever we ride or trailer Thunderbike 1.

At the Long Beach International Bike Show

It has been ridden and pampered. Comes with trophies and other misc, stuff.

We are asking

$12,500

plus actual shipping costs (Unless you want to drop by the shop and pick it up in person, steak dinner on me!).

For more details and pics, click on this link: www.metricthunder.com/news/2006/11/08/t-bike-1-phase-2-build/

You can call me directly for specific questions at (951) 277-8900 or email me at jimjc@metricthunder.com

Best offer takes it!

Cheers,

JimJC

Thunderbike 1 makes centerfold of June Roadbike Mag!!!

JimJC — Tue, 01 Jun 2010 01:56:05 +0000

Once again RoadBike Magazine Features Metric Thunder in a 4-page spread commemorating the legacy of the first Thunderbike built by Bob Osias and Stuart Hamilton. It’s a tribute to Stuart (AKA “Limey”) who passed away shortly after the build. The bike still graces the store as a testament to bolt-on ingenuity. As the new owner I can also say it’s a blast to ride! Thanks RoadBike! JimJC

Check Out GMAN’s Bully fuel injection controller M109R

JimJC — Thu, 13 May 2010 15:31:09 +0000

With optimal performance and user friendliness in mind GMan has developed the Bully Fuel Injection Controller M109R.

Metric Thunder Motorcycle Accessories is now carrying the Bully-M109R/M109RT, available in three pre-programmed Stages for your ease of Plug-n-Play operation. The GMan Bully M109R allows you to adjust up to 6 different modes at anytime, for those fine tuning tweaks or setup changes-without technical help or tools. Simply a touch of a button will make any change without interrupting your riding time! Metric Thunder carries

GMan designed The Bully M109R/M109RT for maximum HP/Torque. Actual dyno numbers will vary, which is why we focus on increase percentages.

The Bully allows for proper adjusting of the Fuel/Air ratios to allow the best possible increases for any setup…without maps, downloads or added expense.

Get Your M109R Now
Metric Thunder carries the GMas Bully Fuel Injection Controller M109R/M109RT for $279.95 plus free shipping.

Contact Metric Thunder

JimJC — Tue, 11 May 2010 18:27:13 +0000

Metric Thunder Motorcycle Accessories Contact Form

Thunder Rider Jim

JimJC — Wed, 19 Aug 2009 14:01:20 +0000

JimJC Rides with Metric Thunder as the new owner/operator.

1999 was the only year that Suzuki produced a Red & White Intruder 1500LC and Jim’s done a great job with his…Here’s just a few of the mods he’s added to the bike:

Mustang Studded Seat

Hard Krome 3″ Big Straights

Kuryakyn Off-set ISO Wing Highway Pegs

Kuryakyn ISO Grips

Leatherlyke Saddlebags

Champion Saddlebag Crash Bars

Cobra Light Bar

Jim’s a real rider with over 100,000 miles on his bike. His longest single ride was an Iron Butt from Southern Cal to Portland, Oregon. Jim is a committed Patriot Guard Rider as well with over 70 missions (http://www.patriotguard.org).

You da man Jim!

Metric & American Choppers & Bobbers

JimJC — Wed, 25 Mar 2009 12:22:22 +0000

Have Some Fun - Get Out & Ride

LimpnickieLot.com is a young new attitude of Choppers and Bobbers.

Choppers, Bobbers & Skate - That’s what they did during Daytona Bike Week 2009. See the boys at Stone Edge Skatepark, South Daytona, FL 32119, United States.

Daytona Beach Bike Week is a motorcycle event and rally held annually in Daytona Beach, Florida. Approximately 500,000 people make their way to the rally area for the 10-day event. The festivities include motorcycle racing, concerts, parties, and street festivals.

YouTube Tuesday: LC Brotherhood in the Smokies

JimJC — Wed, 11 Mar 2009 14:08:17 +0000

Have Some Fun - Get Out & Ride

When Chuck Cameron invites you down to Pigeon Forge, TN, you better be ready to ride! The Suzuki 1500LC/C90 Forum’s Annual Smokin’ in the Smokies means having fun and getting off the computer.

Let’s Get Ready To Rumble for Spring

JimJC — Tue, 03 Mar 2009 14:05:16 +0000

Get Your Bike Out - It’s March! Here are some tips to get you out and rolling:

1. If you took the battery out of the bike make sure it’s charged up before you re-install it.

2. If you didn’t take it out make sure it’s charged up and the battery terminals are clean.

3. Check the engine and primary oil and tranny fluid.

4. Check the brake fluid levels and pads.

5. Check the tires and their air pressures.

6. Check the drive belt or chain.

7. Check the cables.

8. Check all the lights.

9. Wash and dry the bike thoroughly and then wax it.

10. Clean and polish the chrome.

Bonus Tips

Clean all the leather on the bike.
Add octane booster.
Make sure your riding gear still fits.

World Record Back Flip

JimJC — Thu, 12 Feb 2009 14:49:33 +0000

Have Some Fun - Get Out & Ride

Mike Metzger (born 19 November 1975 in Huntington Beach, California) is an American Freestyle Motocross (FMX) rider. In the 2002 X-Games he won the Freestyle and Big Air events and got second place in Step Up, earning him an estimated $100,000 in three days. In 2003 he also got first place in Big Air. On May 4, 2006, at 9:26, Metzger completed “The Impossible Jump”, doing a world record backflip over the fountains in front of Caesars Palace, Las Vegas, seen live on ESPN. He is the first person to complete a backflip over the fountains, and only the second person to ever successfully land that jump. The others to attempt the jump over Caesars Palace’s fountains include Evel Knievel, Gary Wells, and Robbie Knievel, of which only Robbie landed successfully. Not only did Metzger complete this jump whilst performing a backflip, but he also set the record for distance, landing 125 feet from the takeoff, ramp but later ending 2007 jeremy Twitch stenberg beat his record with a 160ft jump making backflip.

Grand National Roadster Show Update

JimJC — Wed, 28 Jan 2009 16:43:20 +0000

The Grand National Roadster Show celebrated its 60th year this past weekend in Pomona, CA. This premier event features hundreds of the best hot rods, customs, muscle cars, motorcycles, street machines and classic trucks found anywhere in the world and is the longest running indoor car show anywhere.

Located in 9 buildings, the art on wheels included some of Big Daddy Roth’s creations to lowriders to motorcycles. In a few words… it had it all.

The event is dedicated to those who spend long hours and considerable resources to create their automotive dreams. These craftsmen fashion with metal, fiberglass, fabric and chrome the automotive and motorcycle objects of art that enthusiasts of all ages can stand back and admire.

Christian Dotson of Dotson Designs took home the coveted Best of Show award.

Kutty Noteboom took second and also won Best Design for his “Bottom Dollar” beauty that sported a Duane Ballard Custom seat. Duane Ballard scored Best Upholstery for the second year in a row. Foundry Moto scored second place with their radical 70’s build.