Cycle Connections

Our April 2014 cover bike is owned by Rick Worth from Kansas City, Missouri. Rick is the owner of Worth Harley-Davidson, and wants everyone to know this bike could be yours, and yes, the price is right!

Our February 2014 cover bike is owned by Ken Steenrod owner of Ken's Custom Paint & Graphics in Peoria, Illinois. Our good friend and photographer Doug Mitchel with Doug Mitchel Photography shot our cover model Courtney for this month’s issue.

Our January 2014 cover bike is owned by Ted Haase from Grain Valley, Missouri. His 2008 Harley-Davidson Street Glide was selected as the winning bikes at our Cover Bike Search at the Joe's Crab Shack in Olathe, Kansas. We photographed cover model search winner Lauren, on his bike for this month’s cover.

Our December 2013 cover bike is owned by Toney “Peanut Butter Swirl” Hollinger III from Raytown, Missouri. His bike took first place at our Cover Bike Search on Thursday, September 12, 2013 at Blue Springs Harley-Davidson in Blue Springs, Missouri. We had a great time shooting Cover Model Search winner Ty on Toney’s bike for this month’s cover.

Our November 2013 cover bike is owned by Jason Kling from Lee’s Summit, Missouri. His bike took first place at our Cover Bike Search on Saturday, September 14, 2013 at The Bar in Lee’s Summit, Missouri. We had a great time shooting Cover Model Search winner Melissa on Jason’s bike for this month’s cover. Owner: Jason Kling City: Lee’s Summit, Missouri General Year/Make/Model: 2012 Harley Davidson Street GlideFabricated by: The Bike Exchange in Gastonia, North CarolinaEngine Make/Size (ci): Harley-Davidson 103ciAir Cleaner: Chrome PM Pipes: Vance & Hines Big Radius Transmission Make/Model: Harley-Davidson 6-Speed Shifting: Foot shiftFrame/Suspension Make/Model: Harley-Davidson with a…

Our October 2013 cover bike is owned by Paul and Stacey Evans from Oak Grove, Missouri. Their bike took first place at our Cover Bike Search on Saturday, July 27, 2013, at The Bar in Lee’s Summit, Missouri. We had a great time shooting Cover Model Search winner Alex on their bike for this month’s cover. Owner: Paul and Stacey Evans City: Oak Grove, Missouri General Year/Make/Model: 2013 After Hours Bikes (AHB) Rat Rod Name of Bike: Attention WhoreFabricated by: AHBAssembled by: AHBAssembly time: 10 months. Todd and I designed it for about a year before it was built.Engine Make/Size…

Our September 2013 cover bike is owned by Bill Rothery from Kansas City, Missouri, and we photographed Gen, on his bike for this month’s cover. Owner: Bill Rothery City: Kansas City, Missouri General Year/Make/Model: 2003 Panzer ChopperEngine Make/Size (ci): S&S 107ciCarburetor: S&SAir Cleaner: S&SPipes: Vance and HinesTransmission Make/Model: Harley-Davidson 5-Speed Shifting: Foot shiftFrame/Suspension Rake: 38 degrees Stretch: 4 inchSwingarm: NoneRear Suspension: RigidForks: SpykeExtension: 4 inches overWheels, Tires & Brakes FrontType: HallcraftSize: 21 inchRim width: 3 inchesTire: Dunlop Brake: GMARearType: Paughco Size: 18 x 200Rim width: 5.75 inchTire: Metzler Brake: GMAFinish Color: Red w/flamesAccessories Bars: 1 inch ape hangers Risers: 1…

Our August 2013 cover bike is owned by Reno’s Powersports KC, and we photographed Kathleen , on the Guzzi for this month’s cover. Owner: Reno’s Powersports KCCity: Kansas City, MissouriGeneral Year/Make/Model: 2014 Moto Guzzi California 1400 TouringEngine Engine Type: 90 deg. V-twin engine, 4-stroke, 4 valves, double ignition Displacement: 1380 ccBore and Stroke: 104 x 81.2 mmCooling: Air and oil with an independent cooling pump. Oil radiator with thermostat controlled fan.Compression Ratio: 10.5 : 1Fuel System: Phased electronic Multipoint sequential injectionChassis Front Suspension: 46 mm hydraulic telescopic fork, with radial calliper mounting bracketsFront Brakes: Dual 320 mm stainless steel floating…

Our July 2013 cover bike is owned by Danny Webb from Kansas City, Missouri, and we photographed LeeAnn, on Danny’s bike for this month’s cover. Owner: Danny Webb City: Kansas City, Missouri General Year/Make/Model: 2013 Harley Davidson FLRHC Road King ClassicEngine Make/Size (ci): Harley-Davidson 103ci/1688cc Carburetor: Fuel Injected Air Cleaner: Arlen Ness Stage 1Pipes: Freedom Performance 2.5” Shark TailsTransmission Make/Model: Harley-Davidson 6-Speed Shifting: Foot shiftWheels, Tires & Brakes FrontType: DNA 52 Fat SpokeSize: 21”Rim: 3.5”Tire: Vee Rubber RearType: OEM Harley-Davidson Size: 16”Rim: 5.5” ”Tire: OEM Harley-Davidson Finish Color/Type: Vivid BlackOther Specs Bars: Carlini 14” Flying Apes Seat: 2013 CVO Road…

If you’re looking for a motorcycle with a sidecar that won't break the bank, this 2012 Ural Tourist fits the bill! Equipped with all the features you need in order to ride further and more comfortably, you can have this bike today for only *$9,999, but you’d better head to Reno’s Powersports KC today, because every Cycle Connections staff member that was drooling over it at our photo shoot also wants to buy this one! Equipped with leading link forks, electric and kick start, electronic ignition and a 2.9 cubic ft. trunk, this bike is an affordable way to enter…

Owner: Shawnee Cycle PlazaCity: Shawnee, KansasEngine Engine Type: 249.6cc liquid-cooled single-cylinder four-stroke Bore and Stroke: 76mm x 55mmInduction: PGM-FI, 38mm throttle bodyIgnition: Computer-controlled digital transistorized with electronic advanceCompression Ratio: 10.7:1Valve Train: DOHC; four valves per cylinderDrive Train Transmission Six-speedChassis/Suspension/Brakes Front Suspension: 37mm fork, 4.65 inches travelRear Suspension: Pro-Link single shock with five positions of spring preload adjustability; 4.07 inches travelFront Brake: Single 296mm discRear Brake: Single 220mm discFront Tire: 110/70-17 radialRear Tire: 140/70-17 radialDimensions Rake: (caster angle) 25.0 degreesTrail: 98.6mm (3.9 inches) Wheelbase: 53.9 inchesSeat Height: 30.5 inchesCurb Weight: 357 pounds. Includes all standard equipment, required fluids and full tank…

Owner: Shawnee Cycle PlazaCity: Shawnee, KansasEngine - Type: 4-stroke 50° V-Twin - Displacement: 106 ci/1731- Bore x Stroke: 101 x 108mm- Compression Ratio: 9.4: 1mm- Cooling System: Air/oil - Primary DriveGear: Drive with torque compensator- Final Drive: Carbon fiber reinforced belt- Exhaust/Split dual exhaust with crossoverTransmission - 6-speed overdrive constant meshFrame Rake/Trail - 29. Degrees/5.6 in /142 mm.Front Suspension/Wheel Travel - Inverted cartridge telescopic fork, 43 mm diameter, 5.1 in /130 mm travel.Rear Suspension/Wheel Travel - Single, mono-tube gas, cast aluminum with constant rate linkage, 4.7 in/120 mm travel, air adjustable.Front Wheel/Tire Size - Wheel: 18 x 3.5 inch- Tire:…

Our March 2013 cover bike is owned by Roger Lumley from Lee’s Summit, Missouri. His 2004 Swift Punisher was selected as a runner-up at our Cover Bike Search at The Bar in Lee’s Summit, Missouri. We enjoyed shooting Katlinne on Roger’s bike for this month's cover. Owner: Roger LumleyCity: Lee’s Summit, MissouriGeneral Year/Make/Model: 2004Swift Punisher EngineMake/Size: S&S 113 ci/107 hp Carburetor: S&S Super G Pipes: Big RadiusTransmissionMake/Model: Baker 6-SpeedShifting: FootPrimary Drive: Primo Brute IIIPaintColor: Cherry Red w/Ground FlamesFrame/ForksMake/Model: 2 inch diameter frame w/Swift Softail Rake: 36 degreesRear Suspension: SoftailAccessoriesBars: Chrome T-BarSeat: Custom made by “Slim” SchriverWheelsFrontType: Aluminum billetSize: 21 inch”…

Our January 2013 cover bike is owned by Denny Davis, and his 2001 American Ironhorse Slammer was selected as the winning bikes at our Cover Bike Search at Worth Harley-Davidson in Kansas City, Missouri. We photographed cover model search winner Kylei, on Denny’s bike for this month’s cover.

Our December 2012 cover bike is owned by Debbe St. Clair from Stilwell, Kansas. Her 2000 Custom Boar Chopper was selected as the winning bikes at our Cover Bike Search at The Bar in Lee’s Summit, Missouri. We photographed cover model search winner Jessica, on Debbe's bike for this month’s cover.

Our October 2012 cover bike is owned by Timothy Bivens from Kansas City, Missouri. His 2005 Big Bear Venom ProStreet was selected as the winning bikes at our Cover Bike Search at the Brass Rail in Kansas City, Missouri. We photographed cover model search winner Michelle, on his bike for this month’s cover.

Our September 2012 cover bike is owned by Robert Vasquez from Stilwell, Kansas. His 2004 Custom Buell Streetfighter was selected as one of the winning bikes at our Cover Bike Search at the The Bar in Lee’s Summit, Missouri. We photographed cover model search winner Nicole, on his bike for this month’s cover.

Our August 2012 cover bike is owned by Bill Clay from Grandview, Missouri. His 1971 BSA Thunderbolt was selected as the winning bike at our Cover Bike Search at Russo’s Pizza & Pub in Lee’s Summit, Missouri. We photographed cover model search finalist Crystal, on his bike for this month’s cover.

Our July 2012 cover bike is owned by Mike McNamara from Kansas City, Missouri. I first heard about this bike a few months ago from Chris Cofield with CC Custom Graphics. Chris told me he was custom painting a Harley-Davidson Road Glide that he thought I may be interested in taking a look at. Chris then sent me a photo of it once it was finished, and I agreed that it was definitely a cover-worthy bike, so here we are! We also decided to shoot Worth Girl Sammi on Mike’s bike for this month’s cover.

Owner: Shawnee Cycle Plaza City: Shawnee, Kansas Engine Type: Four-stroke, liquid-cooled, SOHC, four valve per cylinder, 52° V-twin Displacement: 1,700cc / 103.7ci Bore x Stroke: 102 x 104mm Compression Ratio: 102 x 104mm Max Torque: 108 lb-ft @ 2,750 rpm Cooling System: Liquid, plus cooling fins Ignition: TCBI with Digital Advance Induction: Digital fuel injection, dual 42mm throttle bodies