West605: The History of the Sturgis Rally

NewsCenter1 May 1, 2023 Whatever your opinions of the Sturgis Rally, no one can deny its historic impact on West605! From its beginning in 1938 with Pappy Hoel to the coming 83rd Anniversary in August. Learn all about the famous rally known to motorcyclist across America! Sturgis Motorcycle Rally – Page @ BikerCalendar.EVENTS ⇒ Visits: […]

Easy Rider "Captain America" Peter Fonda

Ben Hardy Created the “Captain America” and ‘Billy’ Choppers for the Movie Easy Rider

Benjamin F. Hardy (July 25, 1921-1994) was an African-American custom motorcycle builder who made the Captain America and Billy choppers for the 1969 Peter Fonda road movie Easy Rider. The Captain America bike, made from a then 20-year-old, heavily customized Harley-Davidson panhead is considered one of the most iconic motorcycles ever built. Working with another […]