Fun & Folly

Help plants grow big and strong by topping off the tank with high octane and riding more. Who would of thought recycling could be such fun?

Also looks great on a bike (or snowboard/skateboard). Stupid on a car or truck. 4.2"×1.5".

…so little time. The standard lament of sport and touring riders everywhere. 3.25"×3".

“If this bike is on a trailer it is being stolen.” Every bike should have one. 4"×1"

Small stickers that make a big statement. Using your motorcycle everyday transportation is a social good - even if it makes you a pirate. Make a statement and ride proudly...This IS my car. (...You idiot) 3"x3".

When in Doubt, Ride Button

No Excuses. Have Fun. Buttons.

The Aerostich factory in Duluth, MN is a destination for many riders every year, and many have asked about postcards, so we had these made to meet that request. A neat line-art drawing of our building and a map grace the front. Flip it over for a little company history and some space to write an address and a little note to mail some moto greetings to family, friends and fellow riders. Wish you were here... 4.25" x 6".

A few years ago a customer sent us a postcard featuring this 'Motorbike Monster' painting by award-winning German artist Michael Sowa. Art can be very subjective, so we’ll leave it up to you to as to the meaning of this one, but we thought it was cool enough to share. The title of the original is “Ohne titel zwei”, which translates to “Without title two”...leaving it open to even further interpretation. Regardless of that, it seems like Michael understands a bit about riding’s relationship to our inner lives. If this painting speaks to you, or if you know a rider who might enjoy it, get them a framed 8.5x11" print mounted in a classic black 11"x14" frame with mat, or prominently display the large 29"x20" poster print on the wall in your home, office, garage or workshop.

A uniquely beautiful gift wrap featuring a bunch of different kinds of motorcycles in a nice geometric pattern. Make your presents look extra special. Sold in rolls of 30"×72".

‘Hey Rocky, watch me pull a poodle outta my hat…Rocky? Rock…AHHHH someone squished my squirrel friend under a motorcycle!’ These ‘roadkill’ kritters keep the bike upright with style. A durable 4" disk insert keeps the kickstand from melting into hot asphalt or sinking into soft dirt. Furry fabric is fully washable…or not, if a real roadgrimed appearance is desired. A functional, furry mascot for the next parking lot, roadside stop or rally. Choose Zombie or Pancake Poodle. Approximately 9"×7"× Flat.

So your buddy pulls over in a cloud of smoke with a broken chain piled up in front of his engine sprocket and a busted crankcase. Or he throws his new scoot up the street in a cacophony of sparks and shredded parts. Whattya do? Look uncomfortably at your feet? Cringe with empathy? Hell no. You whip out Mr. Happy and lighten the mood with chirpy platitudes such as “Gee Bill, I’m sure we can find a guy to replicate that casting for big bucks.” Or “That’s OK, that bike was kind of ugly anyway, don’t you think?” Chances are that after the rider in question chases you half a mile down the road and pummels you about the head and shoulders he’ll feel MUCH better.

Be ready with a kind word and light pantomime for any downer occasion. Mr. Happy wants to help. Fits readily in most tankbags. Also good for cheering up rain-sodden rally campsites or bolstering spirits during multi-day bad weather scenarios that have eaten up most of a given vacation or ride.

(Share your Mr. Happy experiences or just see what he’s been up to by visiting his website at: www.mrhappytravels.com or follow the antics of MrHappyPuppet on Twitter.)

An inside look at the 2010 Motorcycle Cannonball. Ride along with pre-1916 motorcycles on a re-run of this classic long distance cross-country race. Covering 3325 miles in 3 weeks, riders battle not only distance and elements, but also the incredible challenge of just keeping their 100 year old bikes running and on the road.

In-shop scenes of builds and restorations, roadside and parking lot repairs and plenty of captivating ride footage along the route. Experience what it’s like to ride an antique moto for 18 hours a day (at 35 to 40 mph), only to wrench well into the night to prepare for the next day and do it all over again. Fascinating and fun. 55 minutes.

The quintessential motorcycle documentary, conveying the danger and thrill of the high-speed chase, the rugged freedom of off-roading and the true spirit of motorcycling. Spectacular footage, featuring champion riders Mert Lawwill and Malcolm Smith, as well as legendary actor Steve McQueen. A brilliant celebration of the challenge, the beauty, and the thrill of riding, it belongs in every rider’s video library. Nominated for an Academy Award. DVD. 96 minutes.

Easily and effectively do a hand and forearm workout anytime, anywhere. Simple, inexpensive tool will noticeably improve finger, hand and forearm strength. Use it for a few weeks and we bet you’ll notice less fatigue and better throttle/braking/steering control.

40 lb. #4350
50 lb. #4351

Fun and challenging rotational training tool designed to build muscular strength, endurance and balance. Improves mental stamina, balance and proprioception for increased control and agility both on and off the bike. Teaches the mechanics of mastering balance, rotational spins and gain mastery of spatial awareness. Sturdy Canadian maple concave skateboard deck with HDPE custom molded center balance ball and smaller billiard ball style dual nose/tail balance caps. Use indoors or outdoors. 8.25” x 31.9” x 3.5”. 5lb 3 oz.

A racing adventure of mechanics, teamwork and friendship that is fun to read and is sure to influence young, aspiring future riders and moto-mechanics. Follow along as a group of three unlikely friends--a rat, a sparrow, and a frog--come together to build a motorcycle. As they start working, they encounter many unexpected obstacles, teaching them (and the reader) about the different parts that make a motorcycle work. Detailed illustrations explain the overall functions of the engine, clutch, brakes, distributors, and many other parts. Through hard work and perseverance, the three friends learn about mechanics and teamwork as they work together to build a miniature motorcycle. Hardbound. 8.75”x8.75”, 64pp., color illustrations.

A coloring book for kids (of all ages) that features a variety of 45 kinds of iron, from 1902 to the present. Along with the clear, big graphics are descriptions of the various bikes and their attributes and history. A great gift idea, and if you do get very bored this winter…By Bruce Lafontaine. Softbound, 8.25"×11", 46 pp., b/w/c illus.

For over 40 years, these stories of Ralph Mouse and his many adventures have delighted children. Now you can get them all in a complete set. A great read for kids ages 8–12 and brings a smile or two to those outside the demographic as well. Attractive hardbound case (7.5"×5"×1.5") with these books: The Mouse and the Motorcycle (186 pp., b/w illus.), Runaway Ralph (195 pp., b/w illus.), and Ralph S. Mouse (160 pp., b/w illus.).

Ever wish there was a referee standing by with a whistle to rule on everyday minor traffic infractions? Someone to halt the flow of traffic for a moment to signal out a ‘dangerous play’? Slap a few of these magnetic cards on your gas tank and the next time some SUV-driving, cellphone-talking yahoo cuts you off without the slightest hint of consideration, you can toss one of these cards onto their rear panel. Shake off the frustration a little easier, knowing that your point has been made, and that you’ve substituted the conventional flip-of-the-bird for something with a little more substance. 2"×3.5". Pack of Ten