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In Stock for Immediate Delivery

Calling all builders!!   We have seat pans and exhaust build kits  in stock ready to ship.  Those of you who have been waiting patiently for our super Narrow Apes chrome in black or chrome have to wait no more.  All of these items including all colors of Biltwell helmets are in stock ready ship to your door!!

The super narrow glide ape hangers measure only 28″ end to end, have a 12″ rise and a sleek but comfortable 6″ pullback. BEST OF ALL… they are indented for easy installation.  These bars provide excellent cruising comfort!!

Fully Stocked Line of Biltwell Parts and Accessories

We have all helmet colors available, exhaust builders kits,  seat pan kits and much more.

Ok here it is…..the deal of the century for all you do it a home bike builders. A complete selection of straight and mandrel-bent high-strength steel tubing, practically anyone with a hacksaw and a welder could make into some seriously cool one off pipes. If the focal point for your next bike includes handcrafting an original custom exhaust system for less than $200, the Biltwell Builder Exhaust Kit will get you started.

WHAT’S HERE: The Biltwell Builder Exhaust Kit is exactly what its name implies: a selection of pre-fabbed tubing, header flanges and exhaust tips that puts the art of custom exhaust building in the hands of backyard fabricators. Each Builder Exhaust Kit includes the following:

Two 16-inch-long (350mm) straight sections
Two 3.5-inch radius (90mm) U-bends with straights
Two 5-inch radius 134mm) U-bends with straights
Two Evolution cylinder flanges
Two Shovelhead cylinder flanges
Two Ironhead cylinder flanges
Two fishtail tips

In other words, everything you need to build a set of pipes for one bike, with enough scraps left over to start on two more. If you’re clever—and assuming your stable of projects includes the right combination of Harley motors—you could build three sets of pipes for less than 300 dollars. All it would take is a visit to the local muffler shop for a couple more feet of 1-3/4-inch steel tubing.

WHAT’S MISSING: This kit doesn’t include mounting tabs. You can fabricate these out of flat stock, or buy some at any good industrial hardware store. Snap rings and exhaust flange collars for Evo’s and Shovelheads are not included. You can pick these up at any swap meet or local shop.

SURFACE FINISH: All raw tube sections are pre-polished to make chroming after joint finishing easier. Of course, the welded joints will require polishing if you expect a show-quality appearance, but most customers simply paint their pipes or wrap them with hot-rod header tape.

The Biltwell Seat Pan is stamped from heavy gauge high-tensile steel and features ribs and indents for added rigidity and stiffness. The four threaded mounting bosses are TIG welded into position and the entire seat pan is powdercoated for beauty and weatherproofing.

The foam solo seat insert is custom-molded, medium-density polyurethane padding—not a shapeless wedge of open-cell foam. What’s the difference? Ask your junk that question after a 150-mile ride. The Biltwell molded foam will hold its shape long after the cheap padding inside most solo seats has compressed into oblivion.

Biltwell Raw Seat Pan with Foam features:

• Heavy gauge stamped steel construction
• Sculpted indents increase stiffness & strength
• Molded polyurethane foam padding
• Designed for the custom leather crafter

–> Licks Cycles is the exclusive East Coast Distributor for Biltwell Inc. If You have a retail shop and would like to carry some of these cool Biltwell or Licks  products give us a call to inquire about becoming a Dealer with us 413-663-9050 or fill out our online Dealer Application.

You have probably heard rumblings, rumors and seemingly exaggerated folklore regarding the illusive distressed leather solobag.  We are here to dispel the myth…it exists and its going to be available…..well..NOW!!

With exception of the new skin, these bags are identical to the original solobag.  Each Bag is hand crafted one at a time with highest quality in mind. We don’t cut any corners on our SoloBags, and you won’t find another bag on the market that even comes close to the craftsmanship we offer with this product.

The Licks Solo Bag features:

•    Hand stitched piped flap edges
•    High quality tanned distressed leather
•    Slick quick release buckles so you can get in and out without fighting with the straps.

Distressed SoloBag Specs and Measures
14″ wide at bottom
10″ tall at its highest point
4″ deep/width

We guarantee this bag is the most unique on the market and the quality won’t disappoint.   Please call the shop with any questions you may have 413-663-9050 or order one online by clicking HERE

Our friend Grail is at it again… come join us for a no frills, hardcore, down in the dirt, old fashion swap meet, bike show.  Grail does it right with awesome sponsors, great music, food and tons of give-away SWAG!!  Don’t miss it!!

Greasebag Jamboree ‘09

Our friend Bob Clark in 1976….his hair actually doubled as a helmet when needed!

Licks pretty much drew a line in the sand when commenting “Billet Bling Blows” and their backing it up with this extremely cooool collection of skinny scooter lighting. Unlike the overcooked heavies these units are compact, light weight and priced in a range any builder can afford. First on tap is the vintage style triangular headlight, unique nostalgia at its best. Popular back in the late 60’s early 70’s, this resurrection now features a reflector and a 60/55W halogen bulb.  On deck would be the incredibly tiny 3.5″ bucket lamp that comes complete with modern day H-4 bulbs for seriously intense lighting.  Either choice is cooler than anyone’s business. Out back Licks has the whole nostalgia thing covered in spades with the classic Sparto design of yesteryear; it is now available in a unique flat lens style with chrome or black finish.  If that doesn’t light your fire the hooded taillight takes cool compact lighting to a whole new level. Coming or going Licks lights the way! Call direct to 413-663-9050 and be sure to catch the their complete line up at www.lickscycles.com. Dealer inquiries invited.

Become a Dealer Now!

In mid-March Biltwell will have 17″ tall x 47″ wide UV- and weather-resistant two-color screenprinted plastic Biltwell banners in stock. The price of $20 is a pittance for this much Garage Mahal goodness. To score a Biltwell banner for your retail establishment, please contact Licks at 413-663-9050. We should have them in stock before April.

WHAT… Not A Dealer!!

Licks is always looking for new, motivated  dealers to help spread the word about the Licks/Biltwell products lines.  If you have a retail shop and are looking to carry some of the hottest products on the market, we want to hear from you!!  Our dealer support and product lines kick ass.  Give your customers what they crave and build a solid revenue base for your business at the same time.

Fill out our online dealer application.