In this issue

One minute, you’re coasting along in your normal day-to-day life and the next minute, every single thing gets turned upside-down and you’re stuck at home. That’s how life is for too many of us in Australia right now. Damn you Covid-19, damn you.

Since issue #169 went on sale, Brum and Viv have moved along and passed the baton to Mick and Alison, the new owners and publishers of HEAVY DUTY Magazine.

What’s that mean for you? Not a lot. You’ll still see printed mags in newsagents and landing in letterboxes.

On the cover of the May/June issue (#170) is Brian Buttera’s spectacular gold Panhead. Elsewhere there’s an amazing Mexican Lowrider with gold-plating and great graphics, a turbocharged Shovelhead, one Stupid Fast Bagger, an out-of-control Rocker, and a Special K model. All of this as well as tests on the new Triumph Rocket 3R and Harley-Davidson’s Softail Standard. More? Brighter Days, engraving and a trip through Nepal.

As you’d expect, we have Doc's Tech Torq and all the regulars, as well as a new section where we invite YOU, our readers, to upload pics of you and your ride from back in the day.

TWO -TONE ROAD GLIDES

Harley have released two new paint options for a new Road Glide Special. They feature a patriotic flair and highlighted by the bold “Number One” logo in red and blue on the fuel tank.

1 min

SEE YA VIV & BRUM

A tribute to two great custodians

3 mins

2020 SOFTAIL STANDARD

A quintessential Harley

5 mins

MEXICAN GOLD

Paint by Custom Digital

3 mins

LONG TIME COMING

Triumph’s all-new Rocket 3R

7 mins

THUNDER ROCKER

Mild to very wild

2 mins

Stupid Fast Bagger

More than just a catchy slogan

4 mins

Climbing Mountains With Motorcycles

Royal Enfields in Nepal

8 mins

ENGRAVING REDUX

Just like tattoos, your first taste of engraving always leads to more.

2 mins

TASSIE LEG

Too many of us have lost someone we love to suicide. Read on for info that might just help you or one of your mates.

9 mins

Read all stories from HEAVY DUTY Magazine

HEAVY DUTY Magazine Description:

HEAVY DUTY Magazine is Australia number one, biggest and best American V-Twin motorcycle magazine. Established in 1991, HEAVY DUTY features the latest releases from Harley-Davidson, Indian Motorcycles and Victory Motorcycles, as well as stunning custom bikes from world class custom builders. We also offer a wealth of Technical info, DIY tips, Project Bikes, readers riders and much more. All this in a beautifully presented high end publication.