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Friday, July 31, 2009

From The Minds That Make Up RSD





From a dirty desk clean beauty is born, and from a clean desk raw and rough function is brought to life. My life changes daily and my desk is it’s reflection.

-RJA 8-30-09
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Wednesday, July 29, 2009

RSD Crew Completes New Race-Bred Chopper In Time For World Championships in Sturgis

A little piece of the new RSD "Black Beauty"...




For a chance to see the reveal of our new bike, check out the AMD World Championship of Bike Building at Sturgis next week. The show is located at Champions Park on Lazelle Street and will run from August 2nd-5th.

RSD will also have 3 other bikes on display at the show for your viewing pleasure: the RenStar, the recently completed Bu-Hell custom, and the new 2009 Kids & Chrome Custom Fat Boy. So make sure to come see the new bike in all her glory... Believe us, you don't want to miss this one.
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Tuesday, July 28, 2009

RSD Bagger Bars Now Available in Black


RSD Convoy Bars in Black Powder-Coat
86-09 FLHT/FLHX


RSD Glider Bars in Black Powder-Coat
98-09 FLTR


RSD Lazy-Boy Bars in Black Powder-Coat
86-09 FLHT/FLHX


You asked for it, and we have delivered it. Our vintage handlebars are now available in black powder-coat for your 86-09 FL. Hand welded in the USA, these bars feature a gusset in the upper corner that provides that vintage look while keeping the bars clean.

Features
1” Diameter To Accept Stock Or Aftermarket Hand Controls
Knurled, Slotted And Drilled To Allow Internal Wiring
Stylish Multi-Hole Drilled Corner Gusset Offers Strength And Rigidity
Fully TIG Welded
Removable Chrome Billet Aluminum End Caps Included

To order your own, just contact your local Drag Specialties dealer; or if you are ordering internationally visit rolandsands.com to find your closest dealer and check out the complete line up of RSD products.

MEDIA: If you are interested or need high resolution images, pricing information or part number information please email Lauren Hargrove at info@rolandsands.com.

* Click here to download printable PDF flyer for your shop

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Monday, July 27, 2009

Roland Sands Signed Print Giveaway... Winners!

After a month of entries, we have winners!

Richard Apricio of France won the beautiful signed print of Playmate Rachel Sterling in front of
“The Rising Sun” Yamaha R1

Rodney Thompson of North Carolina won the stunning signed print of Penthouse model Justene Jaro in front of Mister Cartoon’s custom softail

Congratulations guys and thanks to all who entered! Make sure to check back for our next giveaway... it is sure to be an original.


Tuesday, July 21, 2009

Sometimes Less Is More

RSD TrackerTM Tag Bracket on the
2009 Kids & Chrome Auction Bike


TrackerTM Chrome Tag Bracket


TrackerTM Black Tag Bracket

Tag Bracket
Eliminate that unsightly license plate on the back of your bikes fender. Clean it up with the RSD side mount tail light and license plate holder. This piece directly bolts on to the OEM passenger foot peg hole to vertically mount your license plate, and the dual circuit LED light works as both tail and brake light. The rifle drilled tail-light housing and beehive shaped lens give you a classic hot rod style. We have been building these for years for our project bikes and now they are available for you. Keeping it clean just got easier.

Features
Main Bracket Made From 3/16˝Laser Cut 1018 Steel
LED Dual Circuit Tail/Brake Light
Billet Aluminum Tail-light Housing And Retainer Ring
Laser Engraved With RSD Logo
Billet Aluminum License Place Frame
Red Poly Carbonate Taillight Lens
Chrome Hardware Included

To order your own, just contact your local Drag Specialties dealer; or if you are ordering internationally visit rolandsands.com to find your closest dealer and check out the complete line up of RSD products.

MEDIA: If you are interested or need high resolution images, pricing information or part number information please email Lauren Hargrove at info@rolandsands.com.

* Click here to download printable PDF flyer for your shop
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Monday, July 20, 2009

AMA Adds 450cc Singles Spec Class for 2010... Possibly.


RSD's Yamaha 450 SuperSingle

Here at Roland Sands Design we always knew the 450 SuperSingle was an undiscovered monster. And now it appears as the AMA has caught on to the advantages of the motorcross/race-bike conversion.

The AMA announced at Laguna Seca that they may introduce a 450cc Singles Spec Class for the next season. While the particulars are still being worked out, RSD has long known that it was only a matter of time before they made their way into the mainstream. For more information on our 450s please visit rolandsands.com/450.html.

Cycle News announced the addition in their most recent issue. Click the image below in order to see it in a larger format.

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Friday, July 10, 2009

New Blood - Episode 1


When Roland teamed up with Kenny Roberts Sr. we all knew the result was going to be something revolutionary. But never in a million years would we have expected something as beautiful and powerful as the KRV5. Click on the image above to experience the introduction to the award winning New Blood documentary, a series that records the creation of the only custom GP bike in the world. Stay tuned for future episodes...

Thursday, July 9, 2009

RIME Magazine 2009

One of LA's top urban lifestyle magazines, Rime, just featured a 5 page spread on Roland and his collaboration with Mister Cartoon. Check it out below...


**Click on the images of the pages below to open them in a larger format. **




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Wednesday, July 8, 2009

Do You Know This Guy?


This dude had the RSD Glory Stomper tattooed on his Back....F!#%IN' AWESOME! Do you know who he is?

Email us at info@rolandsands.com with any information you might have as to his whereabouts to and we will hook you up with something extra special... RSD style.



Tuesday, July 7, 2009

Simple Style

RSD Contrast CutTM CombatTM Reservoir Cover on a CBR1000RR


RSD Contrast CutTM CombatTM Reservoir Cover

RSD Chrome CombatTM Reservoir Cover

Reservoir Covers
It’s summer time. Now is when you want to add some easy style for less and we have the answer. RSD’s reservoir covers are used to replace your stock plastic reservoir caps with no labor or time on the lift required. With just a simple twist you can add some class and style while keeping your fluids in their receptacles. Now if everything was this easy…

Features
Direct Replacement For Stock Clutch, Front And Rear Brake Master Cylinder
CNC-Machined From Billet Aluminum
CNC-Machine Engraved With RSD Logo
Fully Polished Before Anodized Or Chrome
Matches RSD Bar Ends and Crash Sliders

To order your own, just contact your local Parts Unlimited dealer; or if you are ordering internationally visit rolandsands.com to find your closest dealer and check out the complete line up of RSD products.

MEDIA: If you are interested or need high resolution images, pricing information or part number information please email Lauren Hargrove at info@rolandsands.com.

* Click here to download printable PDF flyer for your shop
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Thursday, July 2, 2009

Stand Tall

Black Anodized Moto Foot Pegs

Black Anodized Moto Foot Pegs on Bike

Chrome Moto Foot Pegs

Chrome Moto Foot Pegs on Bike

Moto Foot Pegs
Inspired by our passion for motocross styling, we decided to bring a little dirt to the road. Intentionally designed with a featherweight, ventilated body and aggressive tooth pattern for performance and grip, these pegs make sure you foot won’t slide off the peg during aggressive riding. While we don’t recommend riding in the dirt, we think it’s the most fun you can have on two wheels with your pants on.

Features
Direct Stock Replacement For HD Male Mount Pegs
Fits Driver And Passenger Mounts
CNC-Machined From Billet Aluminum
Sold As A Pair
Designed For Use With Stock Hardware
Chrome Mounting Hardware Kit Sold Separately

To order your own, just contact your local Drag Specialties dealer; or if you are ordering internationally visit rolandsands.com to find your closest dealer and check out the complete line up of RSD products.

MEDIA: If you are interested or need high resolution images, pricing information or part number information please email Lauren Hargrove at info@rolandsands.com.

AVAILABLE NOW FOR 90 DEGREE CLEVIS HD MALE MOUNT PEGS. 45 DEGREE CLEVIS FITMENT COMING IN FALL 2009!
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