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HILL CITY WARRIORS
A Free-Use Motorcycle Shop for Veterans, First Responders & the Community
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From Stock Bars to Sky High: Vaughn's Fat Bob Gets a New Look
We had a new visitor roll into Hill City Warriors, and Vaughn brought along his 2013 Harley-Davidson Fat Bob for a little handlebar transformation.
Tony DeHaven
2 min read


The Return of Tim and the Triumph
What looked like a straightforward headlight swap turned into a lesson in patience, creativity, and the fine art of asking, “Who designed this thing?”
Tony DeHaven
2 min read


The Long-Lost Rider Finally Came Around
Every once in a while, somebody rolls into Hill City Warriors and brings more than just a motorcycle with them. They bring a whole truckload of memories.
Tony DeHaven
2 min read


Sharpening the Axe
Not every day at Hill City Warriors is packed with motorcycles rolling through the door, and that's okay. The slower days are when we sharpen the axe.
Tony DeHaven
1 min read


Another Bike In The Shop, Another Story To Tell
Recently, we had a 2005 Triumph America roll into the shop needing some attention. The first order of business was replacing the brake pads and making sure everything was in good working order.
But the Triumph had another little surprise waiting for us.
Tony DeHaven
2 min read


A New Friend, an Old Harley, and a Whole Lot of Good Conversation
Every now and then, someone rolls through the doors of Hill City Warriors looking for a little help with their motorcycle and ends up leaving as something more than just a customer. They become part of the growing circle of friends that makes this place what it is.
Tony DeHaven
2 min read


Best Touring Upgrades for Harley-Davidson Cruiser Riders
Open highways, long curves, and the low rumble of a V-twin beneath the saddle. For Harley-Davidson cruiser riders, few things on this earth come close to that feeling. But there is a catch that every long-distance rider runs into sooner or later. Stock cruisers are built for style and short city runs, not back-to-back days on the highway. After a few hours, the hard seat digs in, the wind blast hammers the chest, the arms and wrists start to ache, and the lack of real storage
Tony DeHaven
6 min read
Viking Bags Review:30L Voyage Large Motorcycle Backpack
A reliable bag for long rides. I recently tested the Viking Voyage 30L Voyage Large Motorcycle Backpack on a 500-mile motorcycle ride, and it exceeded my expectations. During the trip, I rode through heavy rain, and everything inside the backpack stayed completely dry. It was easy to attach securely to my bike. Once mounted, it stayed in place throughout the ride without shifting or becoming a distraction. If you're looking for a durable motorcycle backpack that doubles as
Tony DeHaven
1 min read
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