American International Motorcycle Expo - AIMExpo Orlando is coming!

Custom Culture at AIMExpo

AIMExpo Orlando is Coming.

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Honda, one of the biggest motorcycle companies in the world, made a debut at American International Motorcycle Expo (AIMExpo) in 2015 was still a vivid memory for everyone. This year, AIMExpo is also thrilling because Aprilia, KTM, Moto-Guzzi, Vespa and Piaggio all the world famous brands are joining in Orlando from October 13 to 16. At AIMExpo, many brands will have their new products lineup exhibited. Participants can wander in the world full of 2017 new powersports and motorcycling, for some of which it might be the very first time to be seen in public.

AIMExpo is not just an iconic powersports show in North America itself, but also provides a great venue for dealers, professionals, even aftermarket parts makers and consumers to exchange ideas and experiences. AIMExpo as well as offer a special stage to introduce custom bikes built by standard motorcycle corporations, bike builders, millennial artisans, etc. to other enthusiasts and the general public. It has unveiled a brand new showcase for 2016 known as "Custom Culture at AIMExpo."

Custom Culture competition 2016, like before, four classes are consisted - Performance Custom, Street Custom, Retro Custom, and Freestyle Custom. The winner of which will join Team America at the 2018 AMD World Championship. This year, Custom Culture hosts a forum "Our Changing Industry, A Millennial Roundtable," focusing on millennial builder and their urban lifestyle, to understand the needs of and relating to this important demographic segment. Also, Custom Culture ambassador Leticia Cline will meet attendees at Orange County Convention Center (OCCC) North Hall.

AIMExpo Outdoors! is very popular for its various demo rides. In AIMExpo Outdoors!, you will have a chance to test ride on the latest 2017 motorcycles, scooters, ATVs, UTVs, street ride or off-road quad, and side-by-side. In response to attendees' request, AIMExpo moves venue from OCCC West Concourse to the North Hall so that attendees could enjoy AIMExpo Outdoors! right next to the indoor showcase.

Another one who play a crucial role in AIMExpo we shouldn't forget about - Aftermarket parts makers. In those numerous aftermarket parts makers, there is one we would especially like to introduce. Magazi is not a brand only emphasize on designing stylish rear-view mirrors, it also put a tremendous effort in its quality. They believe a good product should be made of three factors: style, functionality, and quality. Their mission is to supply best match mirrors for each and every biker.So didn't get the ticket yet? Act right now to get the ticket! AIMExpo this year is going to blow your mind.

New But Old. 2016 YAMAHA XSR900 Defines "Neo-Retro"

Yamaha XSR900 2016 with Achilles Mirrors

Like the annotation "Born To Rule" that Yamaha made, 2016 Yamaha XSR900 is definitely one-of-a-kind performance street bike. At the first glance, you might think that it is an odd-looking cafe racer. However, you can't deny that it is desirable and hard to be ignored. Underneath that retro style body, XRS900 actually features a 847cc liquid-cooled inline 3-cylinder, DOHC, 4-valve-per-cylinder engine based on the FZ-09, also known as the MT-09, a heart of a beast. Also, standard ABS, TCS (Traction Control System) and D-MODE indicators are providing riders an excellent riding experience.

Tutorial: How to install bar end mirrors on my bike?

You're tired with your "normal" side mirrors? It's time for a change!
We'd like to give you some tips on installing bar end mirrors.

We have two models of bar end mirrors which are a little bit different but you can still apply the logic to your bar end mirror.

Magazi Classic bar end mirrors

Firstly, take off the internal bar expander mounts that will be plugged in the handle bar. There's a rubber cap covered on it, don't throw it away just yet if your have 1" handlebar, the rubber cap helps giving more friction so that the mirror won't vibrate or even loose under high speed riding.

Motorcycle Mirror Installation Guide

Last time we talked about screw threads of motorcycle mirrors. (see Tutorial: How do I know if the mirror fits my bike?) Let me just cut the crap and introduce how to install your mirror with those screws.

Tutorial: How do I know if the mirror fits my bike?

Motorcycle mirror shows a biker's personality completely. Many bikers like to customize their bike starting from the mirror because it can be accomplished relatively easy comparing to other parts of the bike. It's at the front of a motorcycle, like our face, so people would definitely notice you have done some rad modification! ***KiWAV motorcycle mirror is your best choice. ;)*** But do you know if these mirrors fit your bike? If you're not sure, here are some useful tips for you.

For the very first thing we need to know is the feature of a screw.
A screw has three basic parts which are head, neck and thread.