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This week my rant targets the “Tire Kicker” and dispelling the myth that parts are not available for older bikes Well I’m sure you have all met the guy I’m talking about, he’s the one that always has something to say about your ride (even though he usually has none). This is the guy that keeps old bikes off the road by promoting inaccurate statements about the lack of parts and the prohibitive costs of running older machines.  This is simply not true you need only look at www.oldbikebarn.com, our customers regularly send us emails telling us they were surprised at how many items we have for their 70’s, 80’s or 90’s bike, and how reasonable the prices were.

When it comes to old bikes too many uninformed “bikers” make gross generalizations the worst one has to be the promotion of the myth that parts are not available… We at Old Bike Barn have spent thousands of hours making all the parts we have to support your older application available online with pictures and specs. Now don’t take this as a sales pitch guys but I want to prove a point because I hate knowing how many easily restored bikes are rotting year after year.

So Let’s take  just about any UJM from the mid 70’s through 80’s. I’ll give you an example of just how much stuff we carry for an older model like this… complete engine gasket sets, carb kits, oil filters, fork seals shocks, fork springs, chains and sprockets, the stock decals, swing arm bearings, wheel bearings, brake pads, pistons and rings, cables, grips, brake and clutch levers, horns, rectifiers, head lights and well many more things! Now when some loser says why are you riding an old bike or something about it being hard to get parts…   Let them know with parts from Old Bike Barn you can take a barn fresh beast and for well under $1000 make it road worthy.

To sweeten the deal an old bike is among the best bang for buck entertainment wise, the projects are fun and ripping around town on a machine that cost less than, 2 grand for bike and parts, that you built your self is pretty gratifying.

Even if you have a brand new machine in the garage a second older project bike can be a lot of fun and a great learning experience for the back yard mechanic. If you have never done it I highly recommend it. It will make a real motorcyclist out of you… Not to be high on my horse (or Bike) but in my opinion to fully be part of our sport you need to spin wrenches.

I’m tired of hearing people make excuses about why they leave a bike to rot while the parts are right here under their noise at such reasonable prices, and as for those tire kicking, weenies that always have an opinion and no bike well… enough said!

If you have been sitting on the fence or have a friend who has, tell them to check out just what can be had from us, the good old days are here now, old bikes are cheaper than ever and we can get you the parts to make them roll. If you know of an old bike hiding under a tarp, buy fit or a song and have some fun this winter experiencing the other joys of motorcycling.

We are always ready to help with a plan or to offer tech support to get you moving on that project. You can even email me directly bear@oldbikebarn.com P.S. tell the tire kickers to get a bike!

I’ll keep ranting you guy’s keep turning the wrenches.

Peace and grease!

Bear.

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While the latest and newest may bring ideas of modern and advanced models, a large group of riders long for the styles of yesteryear when it comes to motorcycles.

Admittedly, nostalgia may a thing of the past but a classic-looking motorcycle can catch any rider’s eye.

Whether simply for the classic lines or the images of a simpler time filled with untamed roads, the vintage style of motorcycles has long been a draw for riders. But since spoiled by the smooth ride of the modern motorcycle, many bikers find the rough ride offered by the typical vintage motorcycle unbearable.

But in reality, long rides on older motorcycles are more passing fanciful thoughts more than a hardship to endure. Vintage motorcycles can require more time spent on mechanical attention than that enjoyed in the saddle. As covered in Clutch and Chrome’s article ‘Antique Motorcycles – On the road to ownership’ simply knowing what to buy can leave a rider muddling through motorcycle shows and swap shops looking for enough parts to even get the classic motorcycle running.

So what is a lover of the classic design to do?

Fortunately, a handful of motorcycle manufacturers understand that old is new again with a range of models celebrating classic styles with all the modern technologies and luxuries.

Riding against the storm, British manufacturer Triumph celebrates the age of café racers throughout its line-up boasting five models that could be considered a fond look back to the yesteryear of motorcycles. The latest doesn’t just imply a nod to classic design, but its advertising leads with it.

Triumph’s Scrambler boasts ‘No-nonsense 60s attitude. Ready for Action’. Inspired by the 60′s Triumph off-road sports motorcycles that were stripped down for racing, the Scrambler has a unique look and feel all of its own.

Triumph’s legendary air cooled, 865cc, parallel twin features modern fuel injected and with a 270 degree firing order for a distinctive exhaust note through the stylish high swept chromed side pipes. Add classic 60’s styling details including gaiters, white seat piping and spartan Jet Black or Matte Khaki Green color schemes, and it won’t take long to realize why the Scramblers of the past were the choice of Hollywood icons of the era.

But you don’t have to be a superstar to own the latest offering from Triumph which is offered for a price well under $9,000 with all the modern luxuries of electronic fuel injection, a five speed gearbox and smooth ride from the suspension.

Want to head back further in time, but still enjoy an updated ride? Another British classic, this time from the fifties can be found in the growing network of Royal Enfield dealers around the United States. While featuring a slightly smaller engine, single cylinder 499 cc air-cooled powerhouse, the Enfield makes up with its rich and interesting history.

With bikers loving a good story, a Royal Enfield is guaranteed to keep riders interested at the local bike night. Its first motorcycle can be traced back to 1912, manufactured by a division of the British Royal Small Arms Factory under the name of Royal Enfield. The small arms heritage was seen in the company’s logo of a cannon and their motto “Made like a gun, goes like a bullet”.

As ownership of the company changed hands, the brand enjoyed success in India with Enfield of India assembling Bullet motorcycles under license in 1956 and manufacturing complete motorcycles by 1962. Even after production ceased in Britain in 1970 Enfield of India bought the rights to use the Royal Enfield name in 1995. Royal Enfield production, based in Chennai, continues and Royal Enfield is now the oldest motorcycle brand in the world still in production with the Bullet model enjoying the longest motorcycle production run of all time.

Reportedly the brand is enjoying a surge of success in North America with the 1950’s obviously a sweet spot for riders with that retro eye, or it could have something to do with the low price of around $6,000.

For riders looking for less comfort but an incredible heritage, taking the time to find the nearest Ural dealership may be in the immediate future.

Featuring Russian engineering (albeit borrowed in some opinions) and a sidecar, the Ural motorcycle is probably the most unique looking ride on the road. With a pedigree dating back to the Second World War when the Soviet Union acquired the design and production techniques for BMW R 71 motorcycles and sidecars and created it’s M-72.

Sometimes known as the ‘Cossack motorcycle’ the modern heavy duty URAL sidecar motorcycles are designed for rough Russian roads they traditionally feature four-stroke, air-cooled, flat-twin engines, a four speed gear box with reverse gear, shaft drive, two disc dry clutch, spring shock absorbers, and drum brakes.

While models have been improved for Western markets, it is still possible to ride away from an American showroom with a motorcycle using a kick-start. Whether from being designed for rough terrain or the steel sidecar, the different models in the Ural line-up (nine if you care to count them) include a reverse gear.

But for those who enjoy the modern comforts, in 2007 Ural switched to a Ducati electronic ignition and utilize new engine and transmission gears designed by Herzog in Germany making for a quieter engine operation and smoother shifting transmission.

With manufacturers looking to win the next new motorcycle purchase in these tough economic times, looking back could be the way forward for some. But certainly the art of finding motorcycle sales from the styling of yesteryear seems to come from smaller and mostly privately held manufacturers with Triumph being the prime example.

And from the same country as Triumph working hard to revive a legendary brand, Norton has released its first model under the auspice of proud brand owner Stuart Garner and Norton Motorcycles (UK) Ltd. The latest motorcycle manufacturer rode out its Commando 961 to mixed reviews in April 2010.

Of course many will say Harley-Davidsons have their own unique vintage style about them but regardless, when a biker feels those nostalgic yearnings the selection and range is as diverse and eclectic and the very history found themselves riding through.

Written By Digits @ www.clutchandchrome.com

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When Thursday rolls around, Clint Graeff of Newport will give thanks that he’s alive.

After two tours as a Marine in Iraq, that gratitude is something he feels every day.

The Newport High School graduate joined the Marines in February 2004 and was deployed the following year and again in 2006.

On Oct. 23, 2006, the infantryman was wounded by an IED in Habbaniyah. Shrapnel broke the two main bones in his leg and left him with nerve damage. After surgery, he was flown to Germany and then to Bethesda, where he was hospitalized before returning home.

Since leaving the Marines in 2008, he’s been working as a police officer at the Defense Distribution Center in Fairview Township, hunting, fishing and settling into life with his girlfriend, Alissa Robinson.

Just over a week ago, on Veterans Day, Robinson told him his family would be gathering for a belated birthday dinner for his dad. It was a white lie intended to bring them all together for the delivery of a special present.

Graeff had no idea that an entourage rolling toward his home was about to make him the owner of a Harley-Davidson motorcycle. His gift came courtesy of Harleys for Heros, the brainchild of two Vietnam vets who present the bikes as thank-you gifts to men who have been disabled while serving in Iraq or Afghanistan.

These aren’t off-the-showroom-floor Harleys. The vets build them from donated parts. Plenty of wheeling, dealing and bartering also is involved because the men shun monetary donations.

Graeff seemed confused and speechless when he was led outside to see his Harley. “Is this for real?” he asked repeatedly.

Indeed, it was.

The darkness of the autumn evening was broken repeatedly by the flashing of cameras as a few grizzled Vietnam vets, the young Marine, his family, friends and other well-wishers stood in the street in Newport exchanging handshakes and hugs and sharing a few tears.

Graeff, whose motorcycle experience is limited to a decade ago on a 250cc, climbed on the 1,000cc Harley like he’d been sitting there all his life.

The vet who built the bike, who prefers to remain nameless, explained that he’d left a few finishing touches for the new owner. It helps a guy feel invested in his new bike, he explained.

A week later when I touched base with Graeff, the reality of the gift had settled in and plans were taking shape. Before the spring riding season he wants to add a few personal touches. He’s thinking that the gas tank needs a paint job. It’s not that the “U.S. Army” painted on the tank isn’t spiffy; he just doesn’t find it fitting for a Marine.

He’s envisioning a corporal’s chevron on one side and a Purple Heart on the other.

He’s also shopping for helmets and talking up the Harleys for Heros organization to co-workers and other bikers he encounters, hoping he’ll stumble across people with parts to donate.

He views that as payback.

“If someone does something for me, I like to do something for them,” he said.

Sounds like the philosophy of Harleys for Heros, as well as fitting words for this upcoming holiday season.

Written by Nabcy Eshelman
For the Patriot-News
E-mail Nancy at columnist1@verizon.net

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Hi Bear, here (Founder of Old Bike Barn)

I wanted to take a minute to thank all our customers for their business. Old Bike Barn has a lot to be thankful on Thanks Giving 2010. We have made many upgrades to the site, adding tools that have made the customer experience better and our service faster. All while doing what we love, supporting the older machines and those that ride them.

I also wanted to share this link with everyone here on the blog it’s our testimonials page; I was overwhelmed by the response to my request for customer reviews. It really showed me that we are doing a lot of things right. I’m proud to say that our efforts in 2010 on increased inventory , changes to our shipping, and customer service departments are a great improvement and we continue to add more products all the time! Have a look at what people are saying about us, here.

Don’t forget we have site wide deals now through Black Friday with our customer appreciations sale.

If you like what we do for the older bikes, the best thing you can do to help us continue to support older applications is tell a friend about our depth of coverage on bikes 1969 to present day. Click here to Mail OBB Link to a Friend

Once again thanks for supporting us, we have put a lot of work into the site and making sure parts continue to be available for the older machines.

Old bikes don’t die unless you let them, so start a winter project today and be part of our community.

Keep it between the ditches and the shiny side up.

Thanks Bear

From the by bikers for bikers website

Here is what our fellow riders have to say about Old Bike Barn!

 

Old Bike Barn Customer Review:

“Let me just say I have never ordered a motorcycle part online before. But you guys made my experience a great one. I will be ordering from you again. The cool thing about the whole experience is that I received a follow up phone call from your customer service after I received my part. “

Thanks, Twila

New York NY

Old Bike Barn Customer Review:

“My name’s Barry (The Rev). I discovered Old Bike Barn a couple years ago and was very happy I did. I ride a 1996 Yamaha Virago XV750 and have a project 1980 Yamaha XS1100. I’m the type of person that spends way too much time searching all over the net for the best parts prices in town. No one yet has been able to beat these prices. I’ve never had a bad purchase yet! Once I decide to really put some time in my restore project, I’m pretty I’ll be on a first name basis with these people. I already recommend this site to anyone I talk to and will gladly do so here. Thanks guys for a great selection and awesome prices!”

Sincerely, Barry (The Rev)

Phoenix, AZ

Old Bike Barn Customer Review:

“Here’s my two cents worth of appreciation for your team at Old Bike Barn. Both of my 2 bikes, a 1982 Yamaha XJ650 Seca and a 1982 Kawasaki KZ750E were pretty much down to their last days when I found them. Without the great selection of parts I found at Old Bike Barn these nearly 30 year old beauties may have never looked this great again! And they both ride as good as they look too! Thanks again Bear and everyone at the Old Bike Barn for your help in rejuvenating these bikes.”

Sincerely, Scott Shand

Poulsbo, WA

Old Bike Barn Customer Review:

“Hi, I have a 1986 Suzuki 700 Intruder and have always found the parts I needed from your company. I was rear ended this last summer and chose to replace the broken parts instead of scrapping the bike. My Intruder fits me so well I didn’t really care to shop for a different bike at this time. I found every single part I needed through your company and you processed and shipped the order in a very respectable time. I was ecstatic and relieved that because of your company mission to serve bikes this old and older I can continue to enjoy more riding on my beloved bike. You guys are awesome and you have made me one very happy gal!”

Becky Whisman

Anchorage, AK

Old Bike Barn Customer Review:

“Thank you for all the effort you are putting into Old Bike Barn to help ensure that older bikes stay on the road. Some time ago I was very pleased to be able to order from you a petcock kit for my GL1500 GoldWing and the delivery service was excellent. Our local Honda dealer only wanted to sell me the complete petcock at an inflated price!”

“Since then I have recommended your webpage to many local Wing Riders as I belong to the South Africa Wing Riders Association.”

André Engelbrecht

Stellenbosch, Western Cape, South Africa

Old Bike Barn Customer Review:

“I’ve never had an issue with finding what I need for my ’80 Suzuki on the OBB page. Whether by on-line tech support or by phone. The staff are always willing to help solve my needs and their knowledge base is exceptional. Keep up the good work OBB. I’ll be calling on you in the future.”

Randall Carter

Sherman, Texas

Old Bike Barn Customer Review:

“I don’t use the Internet very much yet but I really like your site. I like the great stuff you have made available. I intend to utilize your resources much more in the future. I enjoy restoring older bikes. I have a ’78 Yamaha IT250, ’78 Suzuki GL1000, 82 Kawasaki 440LTD and many other basket cases that I seriously plan to restore fully. I hope you plan on being in business for a long time.”

Duane Clark

Florence, Oregon

 

Old Bike Barn Customer Review:

“I totally support this site and their product. I am fixing up an old Honda 250 to learn to ride and take my motorcycle class… LOL Finish it. And have not only purchased items from here however have suggested to my biker friends this site also. However, most of them ride other named brands…. (LOL) This site is wonderful….“

“I was hunting for items for my bike and I stumbled across this site. Saw the things I needed and was able to purchase them with no Computer difficulties. The site is very user friendly and easy. As my pocket book gets bigger I will be purchasing more items as I need them…. “

“Thanks for the speedy service and all your emails and updates…… “

Shellie

Placerville CA

 

Old Bike Barn Customer Review:

“I really enjoy having the Old Bike Barnon the web. I have a 1976 KZ 900 and your site has the most available parts for it. The guys behind the scenes for the site are remarkable and i really think the blog is very tutorial also. Keep up the good work bike barn you are very much appreciated!”

Chris McKenny

 

Old Bike Barn Customer Review:

“I have been very happy with your service and being that I drive a 1986 voyager I appreciate a good source for older bike parts”

Thanks Tony

 

Old Bike Barn Customer Review:

“Hi, my name is Michael Cunningham and I am the proud owner of two older motorcycles. I have made a few purchases from The Old Bike and I can honestly say my experience has been stellar. So far I have been able to locate all the parts I’ve needed through them and of course their prices are as good if not better than everyone else. I would highly recommend The Old Bike Barn to everyone who owns an old bike. “

Michael Cunningham

 

Old Bike Barn Customer Review:

“I stumbled across OLD BIKE BARN when I was surfing the web looking for

parts to refurb my 1982 Yamaha Maxim 650. I am the original owner and

it has 13,000 miles on it.

I was thrilled with your site, your prices and your service. Thanks

for being there Old Bike Barn“

Brian Baku

 

Old Bike Barn Customer Review:

“For me, a NEW bike is my recently-acquired 93 VFR (my OLD bike was a 79 CB750), but when I go to the dealer for parts they tell still me it’s too old to get many parts for, and I get treated like a nobody! You guys know and appreciate older bikes, and that means a lot to guys (and girls) like me. Not to mention your great prices and speedy shipping.

Keep up the good work! Thanks for being there for those of us who also appreciate the OLDER stuff.”

Steve Wolfe

Old Bike Barn Customer Review:

“I really appreciate your service to the “old bike” community. There are many other sources of odd n ends for refab and tuning old iron, but OBB is reliable, has a good reputation, and presents a good presence on the WEB!“

WC Patterson CO

Old Bike Barn Customer Review:

“My name is Kyle Kunes and I purchased a 1976 Kawasaki KZ 400 two years ago. The bike did not run when I got it and I spent months trying to find parts. My friend recommended Old Bike Barn to my bike and me and I have been thankful ever since. Old Bike Barn is the only place I have found new parts for my bike. The most impressive thing is that it has so many parts for vintage motorcycles. It helps people like me cut through all the b.s. of searching through hundreds of sites just to find a float bowl seal or valve packing for a bike that older than 2000. I love Old Bike Barnand have always had success ordering from them. They usually have the parts in stock and they ship almost immediately. I would recommend OBB to anyone who rides motorcycles.”

Kyle Kunes

Old Bike Barn Customer Review:

“I really enjoy having the Old Bike Barnon the web. I have a 1976 KZ 900 and your site has the most available parts for it. The guys behind the scenes for the site are remarkable and i really think the blog is very tutorial also. Keep up the good work bike barn you are very much appreciated!”

Chris McKenny

Old Bike Barn Customer Review:

“I recently purchased a throttle cables and a throttle sleeve from this company, and a few months ago, I purchased a relay starter switch. All products were just as described, and worked very well. I own three bikes, A CB 750 K3, A 1977 KZ 1000a model, and a 1974 Z1 900, when ever i need parts for either of the three bikes, i log on to www.oldbikebarn.com, and always find just what I need, Keep up the good work, until my next order.”

Wolfman

Old Bike Barn Customer Review:

“I’m very satisfied with the service from The old bike barn.”

Art Strickland

Old Bike Barn Customer Review:

“I tell people that I kept my first bike to commute to work on, even though I bought a new dual-sport from the dealer, but I didn’t keep the old one to commute to work on, really. I kept it because I love it and refuse to give it up, it’s so much fun to ride. I bought a second one like it recently; a deal I could not pass up.“

“I enjoy doing the wrenching myself; too, it’s all part of the joy of ownership. Luckily, I have kind & generous garage neighbors who are the same way (with more tools and knowledge than me) who have more and older bikes!“

“Sure enough, Bear and his staff are where we turn for help in parts otherwise hard to find, advice, etc., to keep the love affair with our old bikes going. Pick any one of the many online forums, ask, “Where can I get…?” and twelve riders will respond, “Old Bike Barn” in seconds.“

Paul H. ’84 & ’85 650 Nighthawks

Old Bike Barn Customer Review:

“It’s great to have somewhere like Old Bike Barn to find parts that fit vintage 70s bikes where the people that answer your call know what they’re talking about. Sometimes there is NOS parts out there but the prices being asked are nothing less than highway robbery. The aftermarket parts I bought from OBB to finish off my ’74 Yamaha TX500 were priced right, quality merchandise and got here quick.”

Thanks, Dave Lamberti

Michigan

Old Bike Barn Customer Review:

“The secret to being green is not in replacing your old products with new “Green” products. The secret to being environmentally responsible is in retaining and using what you already have. Old Bike Barn is providing an essential service that gives the man on the street the same parts info that has been the bailiwick of dealers (who often won’t even work on your old bike). Cheers to Old Bike Barn and the longevity of our wonderful machines.”

Jeff Lee

Old Bike Barn Customer Review:

“I have been a customer for about 4 years now. I originally found you because of Carpy’s Café Racer work on Honda 750s while I was making some changes to my bike. Well, that bike is functional again, and Old biken Barn had a lot to do with it, and I doubt you’ll have many stories like it. I have a 1978 honda750 that was dead and bound up in someone’s yard. It was perfect for my project since the motor was hosed and I would be converting the bike to full electric power.

It took me some time to get here, but I now have a fully functional Electric-powered Honda 750. Old Bike Barn sold me the handlebars, mirror, tires, brake pads, brake lines, Rear shocks and few other things I needed to do the restoration part of my project, and I’ve been happy to use the same handlebars on a few of my gas bikes. Recently the local papers did a story on this page that went front page! Then the AP picked it up and ran the story all over the place! So, thanks for getting my EV Motorcycle to take us much further than it’s intended range!”

Thanks again, Jullian D

Santa Rita

Old Bike Barn Customer Review:

“I ordered some Carb Float Needle from Old Bike Barn they came in on time and were just what I

needed made my Yamaha 535 run fine! Great job Old Bike Barn.

Johnny A Brown

 

Old Bike Barn Customer Review:

“Your company is a perfect source for the great area of the 70′s and 80′s motorcycles.

It’s getting harder and harder to locate spare parts or modification items.

I especially like your Cafe Racer product line. Great ideas for customizing a nice old bike without

Spending a fortune.

Please keep up the good work.

Best regards.”

Markus Reichert

Old Bike Barn Customer Review:

“I ordered some Carb Float Needle from Old Bike Barn they came in on time and were just what I

needed made my Yamaha 535 run fine! Great job Old Bike Barn.”

Johnny A Brown

Old Bike Barn Customer Review:

“Thanks, I was very glad to find the Old Bike Barn site and pleased with the service, even though I hope my bike doesn’t need anything else you can bet I will check with you first should something arise. Thanks “

Jimmy Hight

Old Bike Barn Customer Review:

“I ride older bikes by choice and sometimes have had a lot of difficulty finding parts. Since I found Old Bike Barn, I have been able to get every part I have needed. Great service, great prices, great web site. Congrats, keep up the good work, Thanks”

Robert Titley

Old Bike Barn Customer Review:

“Old Bike Barn is a great site, I appreciate the great service and products you sell. You are as serious about the customer repairing their bikes, as you are your own. Great job and look forward to doing business with you a long time.”

Dale Dixon

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Also here are a few tips to improve your customer experience 1. Remember we have live chat on the web site 10am to 5pm Monday to Friday 2. You can easily find parts for your specific application by using the search by bike feature at www.oldbikebarn.com 3. You can submit a support ticket through the contact us page 24/7
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Fort Lauderdale, Florida (RPRN) 11/08/10 — Old Bike Barn’s motto is:  “A site by bikers, for bikers,” and for those seeking the best replacement parts for their cherished ride, there really is no better source on the Internet.  

- Trying to find parts for vintage Japanese and European motorcycles can make the task of rebuilding or restoring one of these bikes practically impossible, Old Bike Barn makes it easy.

NOS parts are often little more than universal-use electrical parts, while aftermarket supplies are limited to only the most popular motorcycles built at the time.

Old Bike Barn aka OBB puts everything they carry online, no matter how old the bike is, or how many they sell per year. They accomplished this feat with great merchandise and technical know-how. The result is the ability to search for parts by Model 1969 to the present with full color photos and specifications.

Old Bike Barn trustworthy experts all pay attention to  clients’ feedback by continually improving its services and responding promptly. Here are just a few of the great features on the latest version of http://www.oldbikebarn.com/:

• 24/7 ticket system with a 24-hour response time;
• voice message system with call-backs the following business day or sooner if no live representative is available;
• live Chat on the site during business hours;
• a stellar Blog and a newsletter filled with tech tips, editorials, product reviews, promotions, a bit of humor and more.

Old Bike Barn prides itself in being the most user-friendly vintage motorcycle parts retailer on the Internet, and it shows.  Rather than a detached, SUV-loving crew of computer techs, the crew at this family-run business is the kind of approachable, fun-loving bikers you are most  likely to find at your local cruise-in.  Ask a question, and the depth of experience and honesty you will find at Old Bike Barn will give you the insight to complete your project, whether it’s your dad’s old late-sixties Honda restoration, or a custom café-racer. 

Many of the parts you will be able to find at Old Bike Barn, are not to be found elsewhere on the Internet, or are so outrageously priced, that they’ll make your head spin.  Old Bike Barn’s expert team, take a vested interest in keeping the classics running rather than rusting, and making it happen in a way that helps, rather than hinders, the people who love the classic bikes as much as the crew at Old Bike Barn do.

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Hi, Bear here

I like to rant about things sometimes and this is one subject that is near and dear to me. Being a vet myself and coming from a military family, it pains me to see people throwing out Veterans Day Specials without a mention of the significants of the event. Veterans day is about the vets! Thank a vet today for the freedom we all share.

So sure I’ll through out some specials on our site but not before I pay my respects.

Veterans Day is an annual United States holiday honoring military veterans. A federal holiday, it is observed on November 11. It is also celebrated as Armistice Day or Remembrance Day in other parts of the world, falling on November 11, the anniversary of the signing of the Armistice that ended World War I. (Major hostilities of World War I were formally ended at the 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month of 1918 with the German signing of the Armistice.)

The holiday is commonly printed as Veteran’s Day or Veterans’ Day in calendars and advertisements. While these spellings are grammatically acceptable, the United States government has declared that the attributive (no apostrophe) rather than the possessive case is the official spelling.[1]

Keep it between the ditches and the shinny side up!

Bear
Founder, Old Bike Barn
Bear@oldbikebarn.com

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