Western Technical College – Advanced Welding Western Tech is next-to-none when it comes to the knowledge and experience of our staff. Here the students have up-to-date tools and technology to train with, so when they begin their career, they will have the confidence to tackle any job that may arise.–Barnabie Mejia, Welding DirectorCertificate Program Program length: 15...

Western Technical College Preparing students for careers is what we do every day. Our real-world approach to education is one of the many reasons Western Technical College alumni find success in their careers. We are always looking for ways to make your education more than just words in a book.We have worked tirelessly to create an atmosphere where students can succeed and where...

  SPECIFICATIONS Owner: Sean Driscoll Year / Make: 2002 H-D Heritage Springer Fabrication: Sean Driscoll Assembly: Sean Driscoll Build time: Approx. 1 month Engine: Stock 88″ Carb: CV Jetted Pipes: Samson Sidewinders Air Cleaner: Johnny Goodson / Insane Custom Cycles Transmission: Stock 5-speed Primary: Stock Frame: Stock Rake: None Stretch:...

  Don’s idea of a perfect bike was one that wedded some of the luxuries of a modern stock motorcycle with the clean lines and simplicity of an old bobber. As the former owner of a 1954 Panhead, Don was quite familiar with the charms as well as the pitfalls involved with the old bikes. But as a promoter of custom bike shows, he also wanted something very special that he could ride...

  There was a time when the walls of Mecrin were shaken by different vibrations. During WW I it was part of the Western Front and it’s less than nine miles to the biggest WW I memorial for American troops who fought the Germans here in 1918. Out on the western shore of the river Maas, the first verse of the German national anthem still echoes in peoples’ memories. That might be the...

  The majority of Hank’s motorcycles, including his latest, ACES and EIGHTS, take their inspiration from the past. “This bike is a little different than what I normally build. I had a customer, Jon Bateman from Bakersfield, California, who was really interested in the late Sixties era of drag racing,” said Hank. So with a neat idea to build on and a client who was thinking on the...

  Well, it’s quite obvious that Aldo loves his profession and it’s without difficulty seen in his products. The letters AQG are also the name of Aldo’s custom motorcycle shop, which is located in northern Italy and where he runs a one-man operation. His custom bike building business has been in operation since March of 2003 and since its inception, he has produced approximately 25...

  SPECIFICATIONS Bike Name: Harper Project Owner: Thomas Year / Make: 2006 Krugger rigid Fabrication: Krugger Motorcycles Assembly: Krugger Motorcycles Build time: Four months Engine: 1968 Harley Shovelhead Cases: H-D Pistons: S&S Cylinders: Stock H-D Heads: Flowed stock H-D Cam: Sifton Ignition: Morris Magneto Carb: S&S Pipes: Krugger...

  Cyril modified a Santee rigid frame with 32-degrees of rake and enhanced the simple look with a leaf spring fork built by Gary Schmitgen featuring chromed springs, unusual in that chroming springs is considered a no-no for proper suspension action. “It’s something we’re very proud of. They say you can’t do it cause the leaves are going to separate on the rebound, we made many,...

  At the various rallies and events I’ve attended recently, I’ve noticed a trend towards dirt bike-inspired designs, somewhat in the bobber vein, giving the rough-hewn machines an even harder edge. In some cases it’s just attitude, while in the case of this TJP Customs creation, it’s just practical. Bryan Schimke’s shop is committed to building show-quality bikes that are equipped...