Making Harley-Davidsons faster and squeezing as much performance as possible out of them has been a part of the brand (and American culture) since the company was founded in 1903.From the board track racers of the early days to the drag racers and baggers flying around racetracks today, Harley-Davidson and performance go hand in hand. Kraus has been a leader in the field of high-performance Harleys, thanks to our expert craftsmanship and attention to detail, but we choose to tune Harley-Davidson …

Of all the components that make your American V-twin complete, the triple tree isn’t something talked about too often. It just rests there, quiet and unassuming, while most of the attention goes to the engine rumbling below. That’s all about to change because, and rightly so. The triple tree can be attributed to many important aspects of motorcycle behavior. Kraus has been at the forefront of triple tree development, especially for Harley-Davidsons, and we’re proud to offer a variety of o …

A bagger that speeds up must slow down Purchasing the latest crate engine with a massive 135 cubic inch or bigger displacement and achieving dyno numbers upward of 150 horsepower and 150 pound-feet of torque is a great way to build a monster American V-twin with absolutely ripping horsepower. However, the most potent builds balance horsepower with the handling and bike control needed to slay the racetrack or mountain twisties. And because outright horsepower is only truly accepted in drag ra …

The guide to a controlled and comfortable riding position An excellent handling motorcycle begins with proper fitting  ergonomics and body position, especially for a high-performance American V-Twin bagger. Heaving an 800-plus pound Harley-Davidson or Indian through the twisties or around the racetrack requires a lot of physical exertion. And truthfully, the standard position of these tourers could be more conducive to an efficient and in-command stance needed to control the motor …

Racing drives purposeful design that every enthusiast can benefit from. What started as a wild idea to race Harley-Davidson and Indian V-twin touring platforms at the racetrack has blown up into an industry-wide craze, reaping benefits for the entire bagger community. As the pinnacle of MotoGP pushes the boundaries of what was once possible for consumer-purchasable sportbikes, the highest levels of bagger racing—the MotoAmerica King of the Bagger series and the Bagger Racing League—have followe …