“TO INVENT, YOU NEED A GOOD iMAGINATION AND A PILE OF JUNK.”
– Thomas Edison
The Wizard of Menlo Park wasn’t the first man to strap an engine to a velocipede. That brainy milestone belongs to an American inventor named Sylvester Roper, who did it in 1867. The junk that inspired a curious mechanic from Boston included a coal-burning steam engine and a wooden bicycle. Sly’s rickety contraption killed him, but not before it inspired the world. In 1885, Gottlieb Daimler’s Reitwagen brought gasoline internal combustion to the race with a mighty roar. Motorcycles born during La Belle Époque accelerated rapid transit and personal freedom like few inventions of the era, forever raising the human spirit in the process. Sylvester Roper may have invented the motorcycle, but every man and woman who’s thrown a leg over one since the 19th century has done their part to perfect it. Customization and individuality are vital components in two-wheeled DNA, like lipids and protein. They inspire the way we think about motorcycles and bikeriders every day. From handlebars and helmets to hard parts and accessories, every Biltwell product is born in the imagination of people who know good cycle junk when they see it. Equal parts art and science. Inspired by need. Designed for performance. Built to last.
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Handlebars
Mild to Wild and Everything in Between
30.5” wide, 2.75” backsweep
Precision CNC bends with internal ball mandrel for smooth curves and perfect ergonomics
TIG welded joints for beauty and strength
0.120-inch (3mm) thick seamless 4130 chromoly construction 14”
Grade-8 1/2-13 t.p.i. mounting bolts included, not shown
12”
10”
CNC lathe-turned steel bases on 3-1/2-inch centers fit select stock and aftermarket Harley fork trees
TYSON BARS
Ride the highway to custom-motorcycle nirvana long enough and eventually you’ll reach a fork in the road marked “Handlebars.” Which way you turn says a lot about who you are as a bikerider. For some, nothing says “chopper” like a set of tall apes. For others, short and narrow screams loud and fast. No matter what style you prefer, there’s a Biltwell bar for the way you ride. Every pair of Biltwell handlebars starts life as a stick of seamless 4130 chromoly. This aerospace alloy is prized by pro fabricators for its weldability, shock isolation and strength. After bending and welding, every Biltwell bar is polished and plated for looks that last. 4
1.75”
24”
30.5”
ZERO DRAG
TRACKER
2” BACKSWEEP
2.5” BACKSWEEP
1” DIAMETER
7/8” OR 1” DIAMETER
3”
4”
30.5”
30”
TRACKER MID
TRACKER HIGH
2.75” BACKSWEEP
2.5” BACKSWEEP
7/8” OR 1” DIAMETER
7/8” OR 1” DIAMETER
8” 4.25”
31”
30.5”
MOTO BARS
CHUMPS
2.75” BACKSWEEP
6.5” BACKSWEEP
7/8” OR 1” DIAMETER
1” DIAMETER
5
4”
29.5”
3”
26”
CLUBMAN
MUSTACHE
6.5” BACKSWEEP
5.25” BACKSWEEP
1” DIAMETER
1” DIAMETER
5” 2”
23.5”
24”
MAYNARD
ZED
3.5” BACKSWEEP
3.5” BACKSWEEP
1” DIAMETER
7/8” OR 1” DIAMETER
4.25”
2”
6
28.5”
31”
KEYSTONE
KEYSTONE XL
2.25” BACKSWEEP
2.25” BACKSWEEP
7/8” OR 1” DIAMETER
1” DIAMETER
7”
28.5”
9”
27”
FRISCO
WINDOW
0.75” BACKSWEEP
1.5” BACKSWEEP
7/8” OR 1” DIAMETER
1” DIAMETER
9.5” 8.625”
24.625”
20”
H2
RE-BAR
2.625” BACKSWEEP
8.25” BACKSWEEP
1” DIAMETER
1” DIAMETER
12” 6.75”
30”
32”
FLYER
APES
6.75” BACKSWEEP
9” BACKSWEEP
1” DIAMETER
1” DIAMETER
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Stainless steel 5/16-18 Allen cap hardware
14”
Investment-cast steel one-piece top clamp
12”
10”
TIG welded 0.120” wall 4130 chromoly uprights
6”
8”
Investment-cast bungs threaded to accept 1/2-13 riser mounting hardware
Chrome
4”
Black electroplate
MURDOCK RISERS: Built Tough for Serious Riding
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Murdock risers feature investment-cast steel top clamps and lower threaded bases connected by two 1-inch O.D. x 0.120” wall seamless 4130 chromoly tubes. After TIG welding the finished unit is hand polished and triple chrome or matte black plated for style and durability. The threaded bases on Murdock risers are on 3.5-inch centers to fit most stock and aftermarket H-D triple trees with removable bar clamps. Murdock riser’s one-piece handlebar clamp is spaced to accept most stock H-D speedo and tach brackets. Two 1/2-13 grade-8 bolts are included for easy installation. Available only for 1” handlebars.
murdock pullback risers Two inches of rear offset may not sound like a lot, but it’s enough to cure back discomfort after four or five hundred miles in the saddle. Pullback Murdock risers for 1-inch handlebars accomplish this feat by moving the handlebar centerline closer to your shoulders, reducing the amount of stretching required to comfortably hold the hand controls on big cruisers and FXRs. 12” 10” Investment-cast steel one-piece top clamp
8”
Chrome
Stainless steel 5/16-18 Allen cap hardware
TIG welded 0.120” wall 4130 chromoly uprights
Black electroplate
Investment-cast bungs threaded to accept 1/2-13 riser mounting hardware
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GORDO RISERS
Built for springers, 49mm H-D forks and fat aftermarket front ends Gordo gives late-model H-D owners a clean, beefy option for installing 1-inch O.D. handlebars. Each investment-cast, hand-polished chromoly steel riser features a hollow cross-section instead of a threaded base so included 1/2-13 Allen cap hardware can be used for mounting to springers or top trees. Available only for 1” handlebars.
Black electroplate
1.75”
6”
Polished raw stainless steel
Black electroplate
SLIMLINE RISERS
• Fits select stock Harley and aftermarket top trees • Investment-cast stainless steel construction • Fits 1” handlebars. • 5/16-18 stainless steel Allen cap hardware • Accepts 1/2-13 mounting hardware • 1 3/4” rise
4” Polished Stainless Steel
Chrome plate
2”
Black electroplate
2”
SPEED CLAMP
Clean hinged design fits around one-inch O.D. uprights on our Tyson bar and Murdock risers to provide a rocksolid mount for most stock and select aftermarket Harley speedo brackets. CNC-machined 6061 T6 aluminum construction with stainless steel Allen cap screws for clamping and mounting.
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THUNDER RISER
• One-piece top and bottom design provides maximum clamping power on tall bars • Investment-cast stainless steel construction • Mounting holes on 3.5” centers to fit select H-D and aftermarket trees • Fits 1” handlebars. • 5/16-18 stainless steel Allen cap hardware • 2” rise
PERCH MOUNT UTILITY MIRRORS
Rectangle, black powdercoat
Round, chrome plate
Perch mount Utility mirrors mount to stock H-D and select aftermarket hand controls with a single stainless steel button cap Allen bolt included with every mirror.
CLAMP-ON UTILITY MIRRORS
Round, black powdercoat
Rectangle, chrome plate
Clamp-On Utility mirrors feature a CNC’ed 6061 T6 aluminum P-clamp that hinges around the handlebar and secures with a single stainless-steel Allen cap bolt. Clamps are available in 7/8- and 1-inch I.D. sizes to fit all handlebars.
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THROTTLES & GRIPS
Our Whiskey throttle is designed for use on custom motorcycles. Features include an investment-cast alloy throttle housing and CNCmachined aluminum grip tube for the perfect combination of modern function and vintage style. Biltwell grips fit both Whiskey throttles as well as select stock and aftermarket hand control assemblies. Available in both 7/8- and 1-inch sizes, Biltwell grips are injection molded from soft Krayton rubber, the same synthetic material favored by leading motocross grip manufacturers.
Investment-cast alloy clamshells have the look of vintage motorcycle hardware
Knurled, CNC-machined 6061 aluminum tube holds soft rubber grips like a vise
Two-cable model fits 1-inch O.D. handlebars only
WHISKEY THROTTLE
Changeable nickel-plated steel cable ferrules fit broad range of Harley cables Single-cable model available in 7/8- and 1-inch sizes
WHISKEY THROTTLE TUBE
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CNC’ed 6061 T-6 aluminum throttle tube retrofits a wide range of stock HarleyDavidson hand controls to make installing Biltwell grips easy. Features the same 2-cable configuration as our Whiskey throttle to work with all cable-activated carbs and EFI. Black electroplate finish, or raw aluminum.
WHISKEY THROTTLE CABLE FERRULES
Every Biltwell Whiskey throttle assembly includes a selection of clip-in and threaded ferrules. These nickelplated steel cable attachments allow easy retrofitment with a wide range of stock Harley cables.
Chocolate
Natural
White
Black
Oxblood
RENEGADE
Same fat crosshatched mid-section as our Recoil grip, but with a bulbous end and large flange for more modern dirt track style.
KUNG FU
Squishy surface design is comfortable the minute you sink your fists into them. Medium size flange, molded Krayton construction.
RECOIL
Recoil’s football shaped no-flange design is a modern spin on the classic Coke bottle grip. Thick mid-section and crosshatched surfacing wear well over time.
TORKER
Same end and flange as Recoil, same surface section as Thruster, same molded Krayton construction as all Biltwell grips.
THRUSTER
One of our most popular grip designs. Diamond pillow surfacing is comfortable, but wears like a champ. Tall flange provides cushioning between rider’s thumb and bulbous stock H-D control pods.
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“IT IS NOT EASY TO DO SOMETHING GOOD, BUT IT IS EXTREMELY DIFFICULT TO DO SOMETHING BAD”
– Charles Eames
American architect, furniture crafter and pioneer of 20th century style Charles Eames once famously observed that recognizing need is the primary condition for good design. The need for a range of motorcycle seats that don’t look like an over-stuffed couch in grandma’s rumpus room was the inspiration for our solo and bolt-on seats for custom choppers and Harley-Davidsons. Simple and unobtrusive in design. Manufactured for quality, comfort and style. Not because there’s anything bad about stock seats. Rather because there’s simply not much good. Biltwell solo seats for custom bikes are hand-crafted using heavy-gauge pans of stamped steel. Satin black electroplated after shaping and deburring for appearance and surface durability, every Biltwell solo seat features a heavy-duty hand-stitched vinyl cover over molded polyurethane foam. If you prefer custom leatherwork and upholstery, every Biltwell solo seat is also available raw. Our bolt-on seats for select H-D Sportsters and Dynas boast the same cover construction and foam technology as our solo seats, but are crafted on rugged yet lightweight vacuum-formed ABS pans. Of course, these models are also available unfinished for custom upholstery. Charles Eames would have liked it that way.
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THINLINE SEAT
Looking for an even lower-profile hinged solo seat for your stripped-down rigid chopper? Thinline fills the bill with the slimmest cross-section and narrowest seating area in our range. Same stamped steel pan, molded PU foam and handstitched vinyl cover construction as our other solo seats. Clever stamped steel pan accepts adjustable carriage bolts to mount nose hinge and rear springs.
12” long x 9.5” wide Both models available with raw pan and foam for custom upholstery or leathercraft
Smooth
Tuck and Roll
Diamond SLIMLINE SEAT
A pronounced rearward kick and short, narrow nose define the silhouette of our popular Slimline solo seat. Proportioned to look and work best on smaller rigid choppers like vintage Triumphs and Yamaha’s popular XS650. Clever stamped steel pan accepts adjustable carriage bolts to mount nose hinge and rear springs.
13” long x 10” wide
Diamond
Smooth
Tuck and Roll
Vertical Tuck and Roll
P-PADS
Four stitch patterns to match or contrast our solo seat upholstery range, each built on the same rugged leather base and molded PU foam core. Nickel grommets on the corners for mounting, hand stitched heavy-duty vinyl for durability.
5.25� wide x 11� long
Smooth
Horizontal Tuck and Roll
Diamond Our welded pivot bung features a chrome-plated shoulder bolt and bronze bushings to reduce endplay and improve the appearance of the finished product. Both our seat hinges feature this upgrade MACHO NEGRO SEAT HINGE STAINLESS STEEL SEAT HINGE
Our investment-cast, hand-polished stainless steel seat hinge boasts styling and toughness unrivaled by chopper show bike standards. One-piece mount fastens to a cast steel pivot block with a hardened shoulder bolt.
If the jewel-like finish quality of our stainless steel seat hinge seems out of place on your hand-built death trap, consider the Macho Negro. Two-piece design features a cast steel pivot head TIG welded to a laser-cut 4130 chromoly mounting strap. Black electroplate finish.
TIG welded insert joint for strength
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SPORTY-8 SEAT
The MoCo hit it out of the park with their Forty-Eight XL a couple years ago, but the solo seat on their affordable quad cam came up short where it matters most: too thick and too hard. Tech features on our stylish replacement include a proven molded ABS pan, steel mounting tabs and molded polyurethane foam. Fits 2010 and later XL’s.
13.25” long x 10.25” wide 2010-18 H-D Sportsters
Pan with Raw Foam
Horizontal Tuck and Roll
Vertical Tuck and Roll
Diamond
Heavy-duty hand-stitched vinyl cover
Rubber-dipped metal nose bracket
Vacuum-formed ABS pan
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Smooth
SOLO & SOLO 2 SEATS
Our first seat for choppers and bobbers is still an enduring favorite among home and pro builders alike. We added Solo 2 to our line a couple years ago, and things got even better. Features an additional two inches of upward kick in the back to provide more support for sliding backsides. Both models boast stamped steel pan construction with molded PU foam and hand-stitched heavy-duty vinyl covers.
Solo: 15” long x 11.5” wide Solo 2: 14.25” long x 11.5” wide
Vertical Tuck and Roll
Diamond
Pan with Raw Foam
Smooth
Molded polyurethane foam padding
Welded, threaded studs on nose and tail
Stamped steel pan construction
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CONTINENTAL SEAT
High back for greater support. Gently sloping pillion for passenger comfort. Purposeful curves and subtle angles complement modern Dyna lines and proportions perfectly. Continental is first-class seating for H-D frequent flyers—built for comfort and speed. Three hand-stitched cover styles available, plus raw foam and pan for custom upholstery.
28” long x 11.75” wide 2006-17 H-D Dynas
Chrome plated steel mounting bracket
Pan with Raw Foam Horizontal Tuck and Roll
Smooth
Diamond
Contrasting polyester nylon thread
Hand-stitched heavy-duty vinyl cover
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SPEEDWAY SEAT
Nearly identical in profile to its big brother the Mongoose, but with a clipped tail section for solo missions. This popular seat fits ’04-’06 and ’10-up XL’s with stock fenders and unmolested subframes.
19.75” long x 11” wide 2004-06 & 2010-18 H-D Sportsters
Chrome plated tail bracket
Horizontal Tuck and Roll
Smooth
Checkerboard Seat Pan with Foam
Vacuum-formed ABS pan
Rubber-dipped nose bracket
MONGOOSE SEAT
Our Mongoose seat features the same pan shape and fitment as our HB seat, but with a more vertical back rest engineered into the foam to give rubber mount Sporty riders a clean looking, more comfortable and supportive ride.
26.5� long x 11� wide 2004-06 & 2010-18 H-D Sportsters Pan with Raw Foam
Double-Stitched Diamond Molded polyurethane foam padding
Smooth
Double-Stitched Tuck and Roll
Contrast stitched upholstery detailing
Rubber-dipped steel nose bracket
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BANANA SEAT
Our first bolt-on seat for stock ‘86 to ‘03 Sportsters is a top choice for bikeriders who want to clean up the lines on Harley’s compact cruiser. Like every bolt-on seat in our line, it features a vacuum-formed heavy-duty ABS pan, molded polyurethane foam padding and hand-stitched vinyl cover.
21” long x 8.75” wide 1986-’03 H-D Sportster
Vacuum-formed ABS pan
Diamond Stitch
Tuck and Roll
Polyester nylon thread for strength Also available as a raw pan with molded foam for custom upholstery
Heavy-duty vinyl cover construction
ATLAS SEAT
Finally, a two-up seat for Harley’s previous generation Dyna that addresses the aesthetic tastes of modern customizers and bikeriders: less fat, more fast. Same quality construction, features and benefits as our Continental seat, but designed to fit stock Dynas from ’96 to ’03.
28.5” long x 10.5” wide 1996-2003 H-D Dynas Molded polyurethane foam padding
Pan with Raw Foam
Double-Stitched Diamond
Double-Stitched Tuck and Roll
Smooth
Heavy-duty vinyl cover
Vacuum-formed ABS pan
HB SEAT
Classic two-up cobra style seat fits ’04-’06 and 2010-up stock XL’s. Gently curved foam profile flows with the lines behind the gas tank, looks especially good on Sporties equipped with any number of aftermarket sissy bars. Three cover styles and raw/foam combo available.
26.5” long x 11” wide 2004-06 & 2010-18 H-D Sportsters Chrome plated steel tail bracket
Diamond
Tuck and Roll
Hand-stitched cover construction
Rubber-dipped steel nose bracket
Smooth
Pan with Raw Foam
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Every year we spearhead a motorcycle adventure for co-workers and friends. On last summer’s juggernaut our band of bikeriders blazed a trail from Biltwell HQ in Temecula to the High Sierras in NorCal, then on to southern Oregon and back through San Francisco and down the Golden State’s Pacific Coast. When they were finished, the fun seekers on Biltwell’s Endless Summer crossed 11 days off the calendar and ticked 2,200 miles on the odometer, with several men and at least one woman setting a new personal best for good times. Going places and doing things is a recipe for happiness, and motorcycles are the best way yet to make memories that last a lifetime.
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DAY 1
DAY 2
DAY 3
366 Miles Temecula to Oakhurst www.bandittownusa.com
175 Miles Oakhurst to Bridgeport Doc & Al’s Cabins (760) 932-7051
186 Miles Bridgeport to Sierra Stakeout www.sierrastakeout.com
DAY 4
DAY 5
DAY 6
100 Miles Sierra Stakeout to Sacramento www.norcalcycleswap.com
223 Miles Work Swap then ride Sacramento to Lake Almanor, Rocky Point Campground
133 Miles Lake Almanor to Shasta Fowlers Campground
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DAY 7
DAY 8
DAY 9
DAY 10
DAY 11
252 Miles Shasta to Orick Gold Bluffs Beach Davison Road, Orick, CA
194 Miles Orick to Mendocino Mendocino Grove www.mendocinogrove.com
167 Miles Mendocino to San Francisco
60 Miles San Francisco to Santa Cruz Big Basin Redwoods
457 Miles Santa Cruz Redwoods to Temecula
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“AN ARTIST IS SOMEONE WHO PRODUCES THINGS THAT PEOPLE DON’T NEED TO HAVE.”
– Andy Warhol
Given the impresario’s status as an iconoclast, Andy Warhol was probably talking about his silkscreened soup cans. The truth is, motorcycles beg for customizing the way visionaries demand the spotlight. Had he been a garage builder and not a cultural icon, the original King of Pop might have said stock bikes were like Mona Lisa on the head of a pin. Worthy of praise, but invisible to the naked eye. Isn’t it surprising the artist who wanted to be a machine never mused with motorcycles? In the age of mass-produced one-of-a-kinds he pioneered, we think Warhol would have excelled at it. All he would have required was a little inspiration. That’s where we come in. Biltwell hard parts and accessories make DIY customizing easier than screen printing, and a whole lot more unique. Everything from exhaust kits and muffler clamps to foot pegs and taillights. Bolt-ons and builder parts for first-time fabricators and artisans alike. Nobody needs to build a chopper, but our parts will make you want to.
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BUILDER’S EXHAUST PIPE KIT
Our Builder’s Exhaust Kit has everything you need to fabricate a set of custom straight pipes for your V-Twin. Four sets of stock Harley header flanges plus a pair of STD flanges come with every kit. Two each 5-inch and 3-1/2-inch radius U-bends are also included, plus two 45-degree bends and plenty of straight sections, fishtails, trumpet tips and bologna cuts for custom fabrication. All material is 1-3/4-inch O.D. 16-gauge rolled steel.
16-gauge cold-rolled steel tubing 1-3/4-inch O.D. 2) 5-inch radius U-bends 2) 3.5-inch radius U-bends 2) 45˚ bends 2) Trumpet tips 2) Fish Tips 2) Flanges for: Evo, Shovel, Pan, STD, Ironhead
Polished raw alloy
Panhead
Ironhead
Shovel
Evo
Satin black ano
EXHAUST FLANGES
One pair of Harley header flanges on a length of cold-rolled 16-gauge steel tubing. Perfect for coaxing another set of custom pipes out of the scraps from your Builder’s Exhaust Kit. Four styles available
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TRUMPET TIPS
DUO CLAMPS
These high-quality 1.75” 16-gauge rolled steel exhaust tips are the perfect finishing touch to your DIY exhaust pipes. Raw steel and ready for welding. Sold seperately.
Two sizes available: One for securing slip-fit mufflers over 1-3/4-inch O.D. straight pipes, and a 1-3/4-inch I.D. style to provide a custom mounting point along the length of open straight pipes. Both models are CNC’ed 6061 T-6 aluminum and feature a threaded stainless steel insert to eliminate stripping. 5/16-18 stainless steel Allen cap bolt and Nyloc nut included.
Disclaimer: The California Air Resources Board (“CARB”) does not permit the use of aftermarket emissions-related part(s) that alter the performance of OEM emissions-related devices unless CARB has issued an Executive Order, other than on racing vehicles on closed courses. Check your local laws and manufacturer’s information.
SANDERSON PEGS
MUSHMAN PEGS
Investment-cast stainless steel peg bolts onto our conical chromoly clevis with a 5/16-18 Allen cap screw to provide 360 degrees of peg rotation for a custom fit. Clevises fit most late-model Harley-Davidson foot peg brackets with little or no modification required.
Same lost-wax cast construction and stainless steel material as our Sanderson pegs, but with a retro MX-inspired traction top that pays homage to Steve McQueen’s alter ego at the Elsinore Gran Prix. Fits select Harley-Davidson motorcycles with female clevises.
4” long x 1.125” wide x 1.125” tall
3.5” long x 2.0” wide x 1.0” tall
Also available in black electroplate finish
Also available in black electroplate finish
FOOT PEGS
When you consider the role your feet play in the safe operation of your motorcycle, our obsession with pegs is almost justified. At the premium end of the Biltwell range you’ll find pegs like our Sanderson and Mushman models. Both styles feature investment-cast stainless-steel pegs with adjustable chromoly clevises for a look that calls back to custom chopping’s glory days. More affordable but no less rugged, our Rocker pegs feature CNC lathe-turned aluminum construction with knurling deep enough to grip the toughest soles. If retro rubber is more your style, our Norman pegs deliver.
ROCKER PEGS NORMAN PEGS
Rubber foot pegs were all the rage in the ‘60s, and now they’re back. Biltwell Norman peg cribs their style from Bates pegs, but utilize our cast clevis and machined alloy core to improve fitment and increase durability. Black PVC peg is super durable, yet soft enough to isolate vibration and provide traction.
CNC lathe turned 6061 T-6 aluminum peg with investment-cast 4130 chromoly clevis. Deep knurling and side flanges for solid engagement on boots and shoes. 4.125” long x 1.375” wide x 1.125” tall
4.375” long x 1.875” O.D.
Also available in black electroplate finish
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taillights & stuff
When it comes to taillights for custom motorcycles, smart builders and bikeriders favor style and dependability over gimmicks and trickery every time. Our broad range of elegant investment-cast and rugged CNC-machined taillights embody our minimalist aesthetic perfectly, which might explain why so many pro and home builders use Biltwell taillights, fab parts and related accessories on their prized show bikes and personal daily riders.
BULLET MAKO
Our investment-cast aluminum taillight is roughly five-eighths the scale of the classic Sparto from which it takes inspiration. Features include our durable polycarbonate lens and weather-resistant two-phase LED. Shown in raw polished alloy finish.
Another investment-cast jewel for your handbuilt motorcycle. The Biltwell Bullet can be mounted practically anywhere to create a clean and discrete taillight solution.
Fender
Sissy bar with license plate
Sissy bar 1/8-inch thick laser cut steel plate sandwiches between the base of our Mako taillight and the top of the fender to provide a clean location for mounting the license plate.
BACKING PLATES
Our Smooth and Ribbed backing plates finish the look of your custom taillight assembly by bolting to the back of any Biltwell Alphabet series taillight with two Allen screws.
STASH TUBES
Plexiglas tube with machined aluminum end caps holds vehicle documents and incidental essentials, secures to license plates on US DOT motorcycle tags with two steel L-brackets and the hardware of your choice. Clear/silver, clear/black and solid black available.
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Mako
Black electroplate
Black electroplate
MODEL D
MODEL E
The trimmest of our Alphabet series taillight silhouettes, the Biltwell Model D was featured on several winners at motorcycle shows in 2015. Our Smooth backing plate complements the clean lines and trim proportions of this taillight perfectly.
The trumpet-shaped edge of our Model E taillight gives the red lens inside a Frenched appearance. Pairs well with our Ribbed or Smooth backing plate to complete your custom creation.
Black electroplate
Black electroplate
MODEL B
MODEL C
Beehive surface detailing lends an Art Deco vibe to period correct choppers. Pairs perfectly with our Ribbed backing plate to finish the look of your custom taillight assembly.
Outer circumference of our Model C taillight extends beyond its 2-5/8-inch base O.D. to increase its scale and proportion on larger motorcycles. Molded polycarbonate lens fastens securely with two 5-40 Phillips head screws.
The 16-element LED inside every Biltwell taillight features a 2mm layer of waterproof silicone sealing to protect its circuit board from the elements. A small detail, perhaps, but we sweat the little things so you can focus on what really matters—building and riding your custom motorcycle.
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El Diablo Run ¡motos con amigos! In 2006, company co-founders Bill Bryant and Harold McGruther led a small band of bikeriders from Biltwell headquarters in Temecula, California, to San Felipe in Baja, Mexico. Since that first freakout hell ride and after six more just like it, the El Diablo Run has become a minor touchstone in modern motorcycle lore. To commemorate all the debauchery that has transpired since their maiden voyage, in 2017 the business partners and friends published a book about their misadventures. Here’s an excerpt from that weighty tome…
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¡motos con amigos!
El Diablo Run
Two-thousand-seventeen marked the seventh running of the devils, with well over a thousand hell raisers motoring to Mexico for a long weekend on the Sea of Cortez. As at every EDR before it, Ruben’s Campo in San Felipe was Forward Operating Base for all the sun-drenched stupidity our livers could endure. Instead of riding to Ensenada on Baja’s west coast day two, however, we stayed in our little drinking town with a fishing problem for three nights to more thoroughly enjoy all of San Felipe’s sleazy charms. Some of the more popular diversions in this sleepy hollow include the live nude review at Iguana Club, shirtless ping pong at Bar Miramar, and of course billiards at the dive bar where Han Solo himself landed on the cover of the National Enquirer after allegedly discharging his blaster on some local ladies during a marathon bender. The Harrison Ford bar as it’s known today displays a four-foot-tall blowup of that tabloid cover on its wall like a badge of honor.
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Princess Leia’s old man might have had the time of his life that night, but Mexican paparazzi got the last laugh. If you’re the star of a dozen Hollywood blockbusters, you fly a private plane to San Felipe to sink your stinger into forbidden fruit. For everyone else, Baja’s Highway 5 south through Mexicali is the only way to the promised land, and even then there are no promises—Biltwell’s chase truck driver Matt Frick is notoriously unreliable.
El Diablo Run ¡motos con amigos!
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To own a limited hardbound edition of the El Diablo Run book, please visit Biltwellinc.com
¡motos con amigos!
El Diablo Run
Given these truths, smart Diablo Runners know it’s their job to plan for the worst and to hope for the Two-thousand-seventeen markedmotorcycle, the seventh best. That means riding a well-built or running of the devils, with well over a thousand hell at least one that’s thoroughly well maintained. Next raisers motoring to Mexico for a long weekend on on the long list of shortcuts is a good map. Manythe Sea of Cortez. at every before of it, Ruben’s bikeriders on the As EDR travelEDR thousands miles Campo in San Felipe was Forward Operating Base over dozens of different routes before crossing the for all the sun-drenched stupidity our livers could Mexican border in Calexico. These lone wolves are Instead on Baja’s onendure. their own, and of theyriding knowtoit.Ensenada If you choose to west coast day two, however, we stayed in our little follow the Biltwell posse from their jump-off point in drinking plan towntowith fishing problem three Temecula, movea fast—Barnacle Billfor knows moreofthoroughly enjoy alltwo-lane of San Felipe’s thenights 150 to miles twisty mountain and sleazy charms. Some of the more popular desolate byways through SoCal’s high desertdiversions like the in this sleepy hollow include livetonude review at back of his hand, and he rarelythe stops Instagram. Iguana Club, shirtless ping pong at Bar Miramar, Gas breaks are frequent, however, so there’s always andtooflight course billiards the whistle. dive bar where Han time a roach or wetatyour Solo himself landed on the cover of the National Speaking of gas, if your freedom machine burns Enquirer after allegedly discharging his blaster it like cord wood, strap a gallon or three to youron some local ladies during stretches a marathon bender. The sissy bar—there’s a couple between filling Harrison Ford bar as it’s known today displays stations that push the century mark to its thirsty limit. a four-foot-tall that tabloid cover onthings its wall After you cross blowup the US of border into Mexicali like a badge of honor. get loco in a hurry, with amigos in old Chryslers plowing over street vendors like luchadores in a Princessring. Leia’s old itman might have had the wrestling Make to the Pemex station 30 time milesof his life that night, but Mexican paparazzi south of Mexicali and you’re almost home got free.the last laugh. If you’re the star of a dozen Hollywood From there a hundred miles of Mexican moonscape blockbusters, you fly a private plane San Felipe and a military checkpoint manned bytoseven bored to sink your stinger into forbidden fruit. For everyone soldados is all that stands between you and a cold else, Highway south through Mexicali is the beer at Baja’s Ruben’s. If you 5snap a clutch cable 30 clicks only way to the promised land, and even then north of Three Poles, beg a ride from a pescadorthere in are no stepside promises—Biltwell’s chase truck Matt a Chevy hauling shrimp from the driver malecon. Frick is notoriously unreliable. Hey—nobody said being hard was going to be easy.
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“ANYBODY CAN JUMP A MOTORCYCLE. THE TROUBLE BEGINS WHEN YOU TRY TO LAND ONE.”
– Evel Knievel
Crashing sucks. Nobody understood this grim truth better than the King of The Daredevils. Evel used to joke about his ill-fated flyer at Caesar’s Palace by saying the fall didn’t hurt, but the landing damn near killed him. What odds do you guess Vegas bookies might have given the American legend if he rode without a skid lid? We’ll say goose egg. Why then do so many motorcyclers still refuse to wear a helmet every time they ride? Ignorance or apathy? Don’t know and don’t care—the only thing for certain is motorcycle helmets save lives, and that’s good enough for us. Our range of DOT-compliant and ECE-certified helmets for bikeriders runs the gamut—everything from open-face lids like the Bonanza all the way to feature-rich full-face models like our Lane Splitter. Every Biltwell helmet features an injection-molded ABS outer shell for impact attenuation and surface durability. The expanded polystyrene safety shell inside every Biltwell helmet is fitted with a removable, hand-stitched fleece Lycra liner to ensure a comfortable, precise fit. Face shields on Gringo S and Lane Splitter are constructed of impact-resistant polycarbonate thermoplastic for protection and optic clarity. And because they’re Biltwell, every helmet in our line features a handpainted finish in gloss, matte and metallic colors. Safe and stylish. Just like the King. 47
“FASTER, FASTER, FASTER, UNTIL THE THRILL OF SPEED OVERCOMES THE FEAR OF DEATH.”
– Hunter S. thompson
When he thrust himself into the belly of the beast to pen his take on life among the Angels, Hunter S. Thompson and his raw style of first-person journalism blurred the lines between fact finding and storytelling forever. Was it fake news if you lived it? Is it real news if it kills you? Thompson pushed hard to find out, with his face often serving as the punchline to whatever dark joke he tried to tell. Crashing and burning were simple occupational hazards to Mr. Gonzo, like paper cuts and broken pencils. A good helmet might have softened any number of Thompson’s harsh landings, but he preferred booze and pills. Living on the fringe Mr. Thompson might say isn’t easy, but it beats the hell out of the alternative. The Lane Splitter is for guys like HST. People who know the risks, but take them anyway. Ventilated, for when things get hot. ECE and DOT certified, for thrill seeking on multiple continents. Because while going fast never hurt anyone, boredom can kill you.
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Injection-molded, scratchresistant polycarbonate shield for eye protection
Open-cell foam padding inside for ventilation and moisture dissipation
Multi-density internal EPS safety liner with cheek and chin bar padding for impact attenuation
Brushed fleece Lycra comfort liner and cheek pads are removable and replaceable
Injection-molded ABS outer shell is rugged yet lightweight
Simple one-hand shield operation with brass pin closing mechanism
Front, side and rear shell vent ports channel cooling airflow
US DOT and ECE R22.05 safety certified for motorcycle operation
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Bronze Metallic
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Flat Silver
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Flat Titanium
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Flat Black
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Gloss Black
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Gloss Blood Red
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Gloss White
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Rusty Butcher
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LANE SPLITTER SHIELDS
Injection-molded polycarbonate plastic construction ensures every Lane Splitter shield is highly scratch-resistant and provides exceptional protection from airborne debris. Available in clear, in-mold tint, gradient and mirror treatments for day- and night-time riding. Tested and certified to provide 91%+ UV/A-B protection.
Clear
Rainbow Mirror
Smoke
Yellow
Gold Mirror
Smoke Gradient
Red Gradient
GRINGO S BUBBLES
Our molded polycarbonate flip-up shields for Gringo S let you customize the look of your lid with eight different clear, tinted, gradient and mirror finishes. Every colorway blocks +91% UV-A and over 99% UV-B light. Fits Biltwell Gringo S full-face helmets only.
Clear
Rainbow Mirror
Smoke
Yellow
Gold Mirror
Smoke Gradient
Red Gradient
GRINGO S FLAT SHIELDS
For helmet heads who like the racy ‘70s GP vibe, but require a darker tint. Our flat shields fit Gringo S helmets and are available in eight different clear, gradient and mirror shades for daytime riding. Molded impact- and scratch-resistant polycarbonate thermoplastic construction for durability.
Clear
Rainbow Mirror
Helmet Shield Hardware Kits Customize any Biltwell helmet with a flip-up shield with these anodized aluminum hardware kits. Each set includes two screws and two hinge buttons in matching anodized colors. Choices include black, silver, red, gold, blue and bronze.
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Smoke
Yellow
Gold Mirror
Smoke Gradient
GRINGO BLAST SHIELDS
Flexible polycarbonate shield fastens over the eye port on our Gringo helmet to provide full-time protection from bugs, bird shit and road debris. Available in chrome, smoke and clear colors, and two sizes to fit the full range of Gringo full-face lids.
Red Gradient
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Rose
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Blue
Smoke
Yellow
Gold Mirror
Green Gradient
Blue Gradient
universal-fit bubble shields
With optical clarity comparable to premium prescription eyewear, maximum UV-A/B protection and more colors than a sack of Skittles, Biltwell bubble shields are the choice of style-conscious motorcyclers worldwide. Styles include clear, in-mold colors and mirror or gradient tints. Injection-molded, impact-resistant polycarbonate plastic construction with stainless steel snaps for universal fitment. New for 2018: anti-fog treatment on select colors to dissipate moisture buildup on cold rides. Clear
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Moto 2 goggles Simplicity, protection and style are hallmarks of our Moto 2 goggle. Its subdued colorways complement the aesthetic of Biltwell helmets perfectly. Every Moto 2 goggle comes with a clear anti-fog polycarbonate lens, a woven elastic strap with double D-ring adjusters and three strips of anti-slip silicone to keep the goggle secure on your helmet. When riding conditions demand it, you can retrofit your Moto 2 goggle with any one of five aftermarket replacement lenses: clear, smoke, gold, yellow and chrome.
Clear
Chocolate
Gold
Mirror
Checkerboard
Grey
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Lightning Bolt
Black
Smoke
Yellow
Orange/Brown
overland GOGGLES Overland’s rugged yet flexible polyurethane frame boasts a narrow silhouette and precise optical arc to maximize peripheral vision and reduce blind spots. Foam filtration on the brow and both sides of the nose bridge lets the goggle breathe to reduce fogging in adverse conditions. Two-phase foam padding around the eye port features a quilted, brushed Lycra surface layer to wick moisture away from your skin. Two laser CNC’ed polycarbonate lenses are included with every goggle: one clear and one tinted. Both injection-molded lenses feature the most reliable anti-fog coating available to deliver distortion-free visual clarity and maximum protection. A woven—not screenprinted— elastic strap with double D-ring adjusters and anti-slip silicone stripping is hand sewn to embossed synthetic leather frame fasteners to complete the Overland goggle’s clean retro/tech aesthetic.
Smoke, Clear, Yellow and Blue Overland replacement lenses are also available
Black/Blue
Black/Red
MOTO VISORS
Nothing says “motocross” like a classic 3-snap visor. Shorter than a duckbill to reduce tugging at high speeds. Tapered sides flow smoothly into the helmet for a look that would make Steve McQueen jealous. Fits all Biltwell helmets and most other brands with three snaps on the brow. White
Yellow
Orange
Red
Blue
Smoke
Black
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Moto Gloves 100% synthetic construction XS-XXL sizes Thumb and index finger reinforcement panel at critical friction points
Ventilated stretch polyester back panels for breathability and comfort
Synthetic leather palm and thumb construction for comfort and durability
Padded synthetic flex panels in knuckles for added dexterity
Biltwell shield TPR cuff pull with Velcro closure
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Black/Red
Brown/Orange
bantam Gloves 75/25% synthetic/leather construction XS-XXL sizes
Ventilated stretch polyester back panels with handstitched diamond quilt
Padded accordion flex panels in knuckles for improved mobility
1.4mm thick full-grain leather palm and thumb construction
Flex polyester finger panels for added dexterity
Embossed leather wrist wrap with Velcro closure
Black
Tan/Black
White/Tan
Chocolate/Black
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work Gloves 100% full-grain leather construction XS-XXL sizes
Double-layered leather thumb/index finger reinforcement in critical wear zone
Padded, anatomically shaped suede palm panels enhance comfort and grip
Open cuff with elastic gathers Padded accordion knuckle panels for added flexibility
Embossed leather wrist tab with Velcro closure
Heavy-duty hand-stitched polyester thread throughout
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Black
Chocolate
Gold
gAUntlet Gloves 100% full-grain leather construction XS-XXL sizes
Accordion panels in knuckles for added flexibility
Elastic gathers around wrist for a snug, comfortable fit
Gauntlet construction covers shirt cuffs to minimize wind flow into riding gear
D-ring wrist closure with Velcro tension adjuster
Fleece Lycra liner provides additional insulation in cold weather
Padded palms with double-thick, anatomically shaped suede traction panels
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“A journey is like marriage. The certain way to be wrong is to think you control it.”
– John Steinbeck
Admired by working men, lauded by presidents and distrusted by at least one xenophobe, in 1960 American author John Steinbeck loaded his bags and a poodle named Charley into a GMC camper to take one last ride around the country that provided the Nobel laureate and subject of a dossier on J. Edgar Hoover’s desk fertile earth to sow his literary genius. “Think smart and pack light” is a disposable idiom well beneath The Grapes of Wrath’s Pulitzer prize-winning syntax, but if Steinbeck were alive today, we like to think he’d roam America’s Mother Road with a notebook and No. 2 pencil stuffed inside an EXFIL bag. A self-aggrandizing notion, perhaps, but even a Giant of American Letters needs a place to put his stuff. Our EXFIL line of luggage and travel gear is built tough for the open road. Designed for maximum versatility and engineered for near bulletproof durability, every EXFIL bag boasts weather-resistant or waterproof materials, smart cargo capability and a wide range of mounting options for all your two-wheeled pursuits. Because when you can’t control everything that happens on the highway, at least there’s an EXFIL bang that will help you contain it.
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EXFIL-7
Fits Everywhere, Hauls Everything
UV-treated, PVC-backed 1680 denier ballistic nylon chassis
MOLLE system for mounting and expansion Synthetic leather mounting straps with nickel-plated buckles
Approximate size 11” wide x 5.75” deep x 4.75” wide
YKK zippers with cord pulls throughout
OD Green Interior volume equal to seven 12-ounce beverage cans
Molded nylon Duraflex buckles
Quick-release cinch straps draw tight to secure your load
Our multi-purpose EXFIL-7 bag is the smallest, most versatile hauling and storage solution in the Biltwell motorcycle luggage line. Available in black or OD green, EXFIL-7 can be strapped to fender struts, triple trees or handlebars to provide a secure place for phones, wallets, maps, music players or personal protection. 80
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EXFIL-11
Super-Strong Magnets Hold our Tank Bag Tight
Approximate size 11” long x 9” wide x 6” tall
Main compartment holds eleven 12-ounce beverage cans
High-Vis orange nylon interior
MOLLE system on sides provides options for installation and expansion UV-treated, PVC-backed 1680 denier ballistic nylon chassis
High-strength magnets for speedy, secure mounting on steel tanks
Zipper expansion baffle lets bag fit over tanks with speedo panels Touch-sensitive clear top pocket lets you operate mobile devices without opening Thermoplastic rubber earbud cable port
Secondary lower compartment with YKK zipper
EXFIL-11 is the perfect single gear bag for day trips, or the ultimate second piece of luggage for multi-day adventures. Big enough to hold the essentials—maps, rain gear, a cell phone, beanies, hats and sandwiches—without turning your motorcycle into a pack mule. 81
EXFIL-80
Life’s Load Can Get Heavy. EXFIL-80 Is Built to Carry the Weight
Roll-top closure with Velcro seal strip and side release buckles
Molded nylon buckles
Main compartment volume equal to 80 12-ounce beverage cans
UV-treated 1680 denier ballistic polyester
MOLLE webbing system on bag exterior provides expansion and mounting options
Hi-Vis orange interior liner helps you see what’s inside Tool compartment inside padded backrest holds tools for storage and transport
Two zippered pockets—one vented, one opaque—inside
PVC backed for increased water resistance
Removable interior tool pouch with Velcro
Black Rugged self-sealing SBS zippers Hidden storage pocket in bottom of bag holds waterproof cover
Exterior dimensions: 14” wide x 12” deep x 20” tall
Built rugged for life on the road, EXFIL-80 is the most feature-rich bag in our luggage line. Its main compartment is expansive, capable of holding up to 80 12-ounce cans. After stuffing the EXFIL-80 with your gear, simply close the Velcro strip across its wide opening, roll it tight and secure it with two rugged nylon buckles. Three 1.5-inch woven polyester straps with reflective piping are included for securing your EXFIL-80 on a sissy bar or back rest. Reach your destination and the EXFIL-80 features a padded shoulder strap for portaging on foot. 82
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EXFIL-115
Waterproof. Simple. Ginormous 100% waterproof roll-top closure with Velcro sealing strip and buckles
UV treated and PVC coated 500- and 1000-denier ballistic nylon chassis
2-inch wide nylon loops with woven reflective piping provide multiple mounting points
Center-mounted reflective nylon carry handle
Interior volume can accommodate 115 12-ounce cans
2” straps on each side with five loops for your tie-downs
Reinforced box- and bar-stitching on carry handle and critical stress points Exterior dimensions: 14” wide x 12” deep x 24” tall
Brutally simple and 100-percent waterproof, EXFIL-115 is the perfect piece of weatherproof kit for multi-day motorcycle adventures. Huge central cavity consumes camping equipment and heavy-duty riding gear with ease. Stout two-inch wide webbing loops on sides provide multiple mounting points for any tie-down system you choose. A double-thick PVC-treated panel on the bottom provides extra protection anything Mother Nature can dish out. 83
outwerwear
Biltwell outerwear gets the same attention to detail and sweat for perfection we pour into every helmet and hard part that bears our name. Even simple things like t-shirts get the once-over twice, because they’re the stuff we live in every day. This year’s line of Biltwell hoodies, windbreakers and long-sleeved shirts is our best yet, with enough different designs, textile blends and classic silhouettes to cover everyone on two wheels.
8.5-ounce black poly/cotton chassis with integrated hood
Warm 5.5-ounce deep fleece synthetic lining
Poly-cotton hood drawstring with anti-fray ends
Stainless-steel zipper with antique finish Biltwell pull
Woven cuffs with thumb holes seal out cold air Embroidered Biltwell clip tag on pouch pocket Flash Sherpa Hoodie
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Script Pullover Hoodie
Wings Ligtweight Zipper Hoodie
Giant Pullover Hoodie
Helvitca Lightweight Zipper Hoodie
Towing Crewneck Long-sleeved
Basic Crewneck Long-sleeved
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T-Shirts
Biltwell t-shirts. Cool enough for the bar. Comfortable enough for the bike. And when they become too filthy to wear even one more time, soft and absorbent enough to be a greasy rag in your garage. We’d call that money well spent. Tagless screenprinted size and brand ID
Woven collar
Soft, color-fast screenprinted graphics
100% pre-shrunk 4.3-ounce cotton construction
XS through XXL sizes
Printed in USA
Bigfoot
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Old Rose
DOT
MaĂąana
Swingarm
4 Cam
Eyeballs
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RB Lane Splitter
Bolt
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Women’s Tank Helvetica
Women’s Freedom
Gringo Racer
Helvetica
HATS & BEANIES
Call the shot and pick your poison—we’ve got snapback truckers for grease monkeys, camo caps for preppers, fitted hats for suburban ballers and beanies for nonbinary chopper freaks. Picking a flavor at Baskin Robbins is easier. Swingarm Trucker Snapback
Patrol Trucker Snapback SEMPER FI FUND
Camper Beanie
Shield Trucker Snapback
Script 2 Trucker Snapback Shield Beanie
We donate 100% of all sales from Biltwell camp cups and Kool Kan coozies to the Semper Fi Fund. This 4-star rated non-profit charity provides immediate financial assistance and lifetime support to wounded, critically ill and severely injured members of the US Armed Forces and their families. Doing so gives these post-9/11 heroes the resources they need during their recoveries to make a successful transition back to their communities. To give where it helps, visit: www.tinyurl.com/BiltwellSemperFi
Camp Green or Coffee
Chopper Black or Cream MANDANAS ROVER HELMET BAG
Built to store and transport your treasured Biltwell helmet with pride, but big enough to haul other essentials, too. Our Rover bag is a great clutch for weekend getaways, or the perfect gear bag for gym rats. Embossed black vinyl chassis with super-soft quilted fleece Lycra liner. Antique brass zippers on main and secondary compartments complete the vintage look.
We mustache you a question: have you ever seen a sillier bandana than this? Probably not. Every Biltwell Mandana boasts a grizzled graphic on one side and something irreverent on the other. Durable, absorbent poly/cotton textile square with soft-hand screenprinted art. 89
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