Harley Davidson Accessories, Boots & Clothing

This Harley Davidson specific windshield is a nice combination of classic cruiser styling and modern aftermarket convenience. To me, it has a feature that trumps other windshield options.

The styling includes a substantial profile and chrome lateral and vertical support bands. This look fits the timeless lines of the American V-twin. ...

Bolt-on parts are fun. You pick out an after-market option you like, remove the original or previous after-market choice, and bolt on the new. Quick and easy, and all of a sudden your bike takes on a whole new look. You never knew it could ...

There are plenty of bike covers to choose from now that it's bike covering season. Trikes, however, are often neglected the comfort of a well-fitted cover and instead don a frumpy tarp for the winter season. A tarp traps moisture that will contribute to rust and degradation, which is not what you want ...

A few springs ago I went on a long ride with some friends, heading south about 75 miles to take part in a parade. Against all odds in the great Pacific Northwest, it rained buckets the whole way down. When I was just about completely fed up with the rain, ...

Just when you think you can't say anything else about motorcycle mirrors, Willie G goes and does it again. It's easy to over-do with skulls. Too many skulls, skulls that are too big, skulls that are ridiculous, skulls in the shape of kitty heads with bows on them -- yeah. ...

Bikes across the northern parts of the country are spending more and more time sitting still in driveways, garages, parking lots, and the occasional living room. The hazards of sitting may not be quite as high as those of the road, but they're more universal. Wind, dirt, theft, moisture, and moisture's ...

Last year I went riding with my brother-in-law. He had just gotten a used KLR that shook some very important bolts free. He felt a dangerous wobble and pulled over. Fortunately I had my handy-dandy tool kit with me, otherwise he would have been doing a lot of pushing.

A single loose ...

A friend of mine has just finished dishing his own seat. He actually made a mold of his own rear end and then dished a piece of metal to fit his unique posterior. He's yet to add the padding, but says it's the most comfortable seat he's had yet. I'm not about to go ...

Having a backrest is only beneficial if it doesn't cause you more grief than comfort. Passengers don't get the solo rider's benefit of being able to shift around to get comfy. If they do wiggle about, it irritates the person who actually has to control the machine, so a proper rest that you can ...

Hanging onto the throttle for hours on end can really take a toll on a rider's wrists, arms, and even shoulders. And if you have any kind of complication, like carpal tunnel, or arthritis tendonitis, or even a prior injury, then you can find yourself really hurting after a ...

Even when you're in love, there are still things about the object of your affection that you'd like to change. Don't read too much into that... I'm talking about bikes. People name their bikes (mine is Julian), and they spend their hard-earned money and free time customizing them. The bike becomes ...

Cycle Shack has a terrible web site. I don't know if that's how they deliver their slip-fit mufflers so inexpensively, but try not to let the poor web design throw you. They do supply decent OE replacement mufflers for a bargain.

The MLX-130 is advertised by Cycle Shack as having "traditional ...

If you need to carry an entire wardrobe of clothes, your own pillow because you don't trust hotels, and three pairs of shoes -- take the car. Bikes are to liberate you from the daily grind and the stress of all that stuff. Really, lots of people have survived hotel pillows ...

With so many bolt-on chrome parts available, it's sometimes hard to know where to begin -- or stop, for that matter. How do you know when you're done?

You're never done! There's always going to be something to catch your eye, and you know it, too. While you're adding it ...

The first time I saw a photograph of the Harley-Davidson Bubble in action, I thought I was looking at a fancy little toy motorcycle in a plastic display case destined for a mantel somewhere. Upon closer inspection I realized that it was no toy at all, but a full-size Harley with all the trimmings ...

Tired of every ditz asking for a ride on your bike? Worse: Do you have a friend who actually wants you to drop them off places on your bike? You can dissuade passengers or make their ride extraordinarily uncomfortable, if not impossible, by ditching that pillion.

The molded base of the Harley-Davidson rear ...

So even if you aren't lighting your Cubanos with ten-dollar bills, even if you aren't having to pick between driving your Lamborghini and your Maserati, even if you are the non-Alaskan version of Joe Sixpack... you can still customize your bike (a little) with cool mirrors.

And the great thing about mirrors is there ...

Chrome and leather have always been the hallmarks of the cruiser community, as well as warriors 2,000 years ago. Bronze weapons were once coated in chromium to preserve them, and they were still untarnished when found by archeologists. Leather has been worn by man since nudity went out of fashion.

To suggest that the ...

So, you've got yourself an Ultra King Tour-Pak, which gives you storage space for those long trips. That's a wise move, but isn't it bland? There's nothing worse than buying a high-quality accessory that diminishes the overall look of your bike. It's tragic, but have no fear because Harley makes chrome ...

A cover is a nice addition for a bike's overall care and maintenance, even if you keep yours in a garage. But if your motorcycle is often outside, or if you tour frequently, this H-D Super Shield will do a good job of protecting it from those elements of decay. Think ...

The world through which we ride is inconsistent. If it were not, the road would be far less fun. The weather can have a strong effect on the quality of your ride, even when conditions are not extreme. A warm day can quicken the onset of dehydration. A chilly day can numb your ...

Sometimes you just need a tiny amount of storage space. In this situation, your options are to carry a bag or backpack, or have some kind of little accessory bag that is easy to take on or off. I wonder where you could find such a bag. Well, you can always look to ...

Here's another fairly attractive aftermarket exhaust system for your big twin Harley or Victory machine. It'll also provide a slight boost in horsepower over stock to improve low-end torque and high-end performance. And it'll probably put a little rumble in where there may previously have been ...

If you're going to have a windshield, get one with some flare. Yup, that's flare, not flair. A wall of plastic might keep the wind from hitting you, but it will also reduce your gas milage, and you will still feel that thumping breeze as it pummels your machine. A flared fairing shield will ...

I'm a record keeper. I like to keep a close eye on how my bike is performing from ride to ride. My usual procedure when I stop for gas is to open up my fork bag and dig through all the things I keep in there until I find my pen ...

I've always liked to think of myself as having a greater mental capacity than a crow that collects gum wrappers because they reflect the sunlight. After all, I do have thumbs and am a card carrying member of the species that developed the motorcycle. But then a Harley passes by with every conceivable ...

We all love to accessorize our rides. No matter the style, even if you're replacing your seat with an old tractor seat because you want to look haphazard, you're still going for a specific design that speaks to you as a rider. Last year I painted my tank with a spine and ...

Ideally, all travel would be on two wheels, but the nature of the journey does not always cooperate. I'm sure there's a term for that guy who follows the bikes in a truck, hauling all the things the riders want but can't fit. Well, now that guy can do his civic ...

An unwitting failure with many grips is their uniformity. It would seem logical to have a round grip of rubber or foam because these materials offer vibration absorption and traction. The hand, however, has variable pressure positions, and most grips do not take this into account.

Harley's Aileron grip provides a solid ...

Why is organization so difficult? I have a shelf set aside for my cleaning products, but I still have supplies scattered around -- and, oddly enough, have to spend an hour hunting before I clean my bike properly. When you're disorganized, your bike can be on the road in less than ideal condition, ...

Roland Sands is the son of the founder of Performance Machine. He began his own design venture in 2005, geared toward an emphasis on highly functional style. As a former racer himself, he is committed to creating aftermarket parts that increase performance and/or improve handling, as well as incorporating ...

A friend of mind bought a farm outside of town. It had long been his dream to have a bit of land away from the city where he could walk naked to his sauna without anyone calling the cops. To each his own, but that did leave him on a dirt and gravel ...

I don't know how everyone is going to take this, but I've always thought of the modern Harley-Davidson like the modern Cadillac. They're well-engineered luxury machines, and the company provides a million little features and extras for comfort. Any kind of accessory, whether for function or fun, can be found for your ...

Touring bikes have the power and comfort to haul a couple of people around the country. Some of those big beasts are so ergonomic they feel like riding a couch, if your couch were able to travel at 80 mph and show you the wonders of the world. I tend to enjoy those wonders ...

My significant other has a sissy bar bag very similar to the Harley-Davidson Messenger Bag. I don't know what his level of fondness of that bag is, but he never takes it off. I can certainly tell you why I like it, and it's not just because he can carry a ...

Bearing a familiar crosshatch pattern, it is obvious that the Diamond Plate hand grips are designed for traction. A chrome outer grip is precisely cut away to reveal the traction, giving rubber beneath. The inconsistent surface will provide a secure hold that you'll be able to feel right through your gloves.

These grips ...

I've always liked the phrase, "The devil is in the details." I suppose there are a few ways to look at that, and usually it has to do with hidden evils, but I prefer to see it as dressed-up temptations. It is, after all, the small attentions that craftsmen pay to their ...

The merits of a fender rack, or mini-rack, have been detailed by innumerable riders. These racks may be small, but they provide a handy place to attach bags and trunks, bungee your groceries, or give you a fixed point to which you can lock your helmet.

A fender rack is a starting point ...

There are few things of beauty to which we can really hold on. It would appear that life has a sense of humor about that, and the more lovely we find something, the more precarious it tends to be. Harley-Davidson has stuck it to us all and given us one more delicate object of ...

I've always had mixed feelings about Harley-Davidson accessories. They have some beautiful, well-made bits that I desperately want to bolt to my bike, but then I see their logo on everything from mud flaps to minivans. I respect a company that puts out great products, but they tend to plaster their name around town ...

Harley-Davidson touring bikes aren't known for handling prowess in the esses, and in fact they've sometimes been described as having a hinge in the middle. It can be disconcerting to go into a turn while your bike's back end meanders about, seemingly of its own whim and accord. But then, touring ...

Fashions and fads are very disruptive. When smooth, sleek curved lines are in, you can't find a right angle to save your life. This is difficult when you prefer solid -- dare I say "boxy" -- accessories. Luggage racks these days are predominantly constructed of tubes, so Harley-Davidson made sure to maintain a ...

I hate being pushed into any stereotypical frame, even when associated with things I like. I get angry when people introduce me as their friend who rides motorcycles. It's true, I do ride and love my bike, but I have more than a single dimension. The same can be said for your bike. ...

If I tried to carry every tool I wanted on my bike, I'd have to add a couple of extra wheels and call it a car. I have a tendency to overpack, especially when it comes to the functional things. When I camp, I usually find myself with lots of extra ...

Most of the time buying genuine Harley parts means paying genuine Harley prices. You get what you pay for. With these chrome and rubber custom footpegs, though, you get what you pay for and then some.

Cast, chrome-plated, and boasting rugged rubber treads, these Harley pegs will look great on any bike. Chrome ...

Many products have appeared on the market to compensate for the fact that more and more bikes are being manufactured without center stands. I think it would be easier if the motorcycle manufacturers would clue in and give us back the convenience of the center stand, but if you don't ...

Heading to South America, Japan, Europe or Australia for your next ride? Take me with you! And take along one of these global battery chargers from Harley-Davidson.

You can rest assured your battery will get the electricity it needs in a format it understands, provided you order the correct charger. ...

I don't know how many times I've been out riding and thought, "y'know, I'd really like to change my spark plugs now. Or perhaps I'll fix the leak on one of the side covers, or adjust the chain/belt." Yeah, I know exactly how many times that's happened: never. But the very ...

There's a reason your mouth and nose are not on your belly, and it's not because of the aesthetic. For some reason this logic doesn't seem to have sunk in with most bike manufacturers. Fresh, cool air does as much good for your bike as it does for you, so give your machine ...

Sitting on an engine with a saddle connects you to your machine in a raw, primal way. A car is powered by an engine, but a motorcycle is its engine. Part of being so close to the workings is vibration, which can rattle the bones and the bolts.

Inevitably you're going to shake a ...