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RUMBLE
& GROWL

Award-winning chef, Certified Angus Beef® Ambassador, and owner of FoxFire Restaurant. K.C. Gulbro trades the kitchen for the open road — with Ozzie riding shotgun and a Riot Orange Indian Challenger Dark Horse leading the way.

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MEET THE CREW

Three characters. One mission. Endless miles.

K.C. Gulbro
STEAKHOUSE OF THE YEAR 2023
The Rider

K.C. Gulbro

Chef, restaurateur, and Certified Angus Beef Ambassador based in Geneva, IL. Owner of FoxFire Restaurant (est. 2003) and upcoming venues 9 Vixens and Johnny Fox's. Twenty-plus years in the industry, from dishwasher to Steakhouse of the Year 2023. Featured on WGN, ESPN, and national food publications. When he's not behind the stove, he's on the road with Ozzie.

Ozzie
CHIEF NAVIGATOR
The Co-Pilot

Ozzie

Azul French Bulldog. Certified road dog. Rides shotgun in his Kuryakyn Pet Palace, tongue out, wind in his face, judging every restaurant choice with absolute authority. Caught here at the Route 66 IMRG meeting — exhausted from the agenda, unbothered by the Indian behind him.

The Dog House
2023 INDIAN CHALLENGER
The Machine

The Dog House

2023 Indian Challenger Dark Horse Icon in Riot Orange. 112ci Big Bore, Lloydz tune, Stage 2 cams, TAB Dual Zombies, Kraus 320mm rotors, Forever Rad T-Bar, and Alligator Bob leather. Built from the cases up at Ozzie's Palace in Geneva, IL.

Est.2003FoxFire Restaurant
AwardSteakhouse of the Year2023
CertifiedAngus Beef® AmbassadorSelect group of U.S. chefs
Venues9 Vixens · Johnny Fox'sUpcoming · Geneva IL
MediaWGN · ESPN · National PressTV, radio & publications
Career20+ YearsDishwasher to restaurateur

CULINARY JOURNEYS

Great roads deserve great food. Here's where the miles take us.

FoxFire Restaurant
Steakhouse · Home Base
Geneva, IL · 17 West State Street

FoxFire Restaurant

K.C.'s own steakhouse, open since 2003 and named Steakhouse of the Year 2023. Certified Angus Beef®, community roots, and 20+ years of hospitality built from the ground up. The Dog House parks out front. If you're riding through the Fox Valley, this is the stop.

Burt's Place
Pan Pizza Legend
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Morton Grove, IL · 8541 Ferris Ave
Culinary Cruise · March 22, 2026

Burt's Place

The legendary, unpretentious pan pizza. Burt's has been slinging cast-iron pies since 1981 — no frills, no reservations, just the real thing. The Route 66 IMRG Culinary Cruise rolled in on March 22, 2026 for a full evening of pan pizza, cold beer, and good company.

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9 Vixens

A new chapter in the making. Stay tuned for the full story.

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Johnny Fox's

Another stop on the road. Details dropping soon — follow along on Instagram and TikTok.

More culinary stops being documented on every ride. Follow on Instagram and TikTok for real-time food finds.

GREAT ROADS

The roads that make the ride worth remembering.

Metropolis, Illinois
Illinois
Home of Superman — and a great photo stop

Metropolis, Illinois

The Dog House parked in front of the iconic 'Greetings from Metropolis, Illinois' mural. Every road trip through southern Illinois deserves this stop.

Route 66 CountryMural StopRoad Trip Classic
The Appalachian Corridor
TN / NC / KY
Moonshiner 28 · US-441 · Newfound Gap

The Appalachian Corridor

The mountain roads of Tennessee, North Carolina, and Kentucky. Tight curves, elevation changes, and scenery that makes every mile worth it. More documentation coming from The Gathering 2026.

Moonshiner 28Newfound GapThe Gathering 2026

THE DOG HOUSE

2023 Indian Challenger Dark Horse · Riot Orange · The Build

The Dog House — parked in front of FoxFire, downtown Geneva
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2023 Indian Challenger

DARK HORSE ICON · RIOT ORANGE

Every part chosen with purpose. Every detail built to a theme. The Dog House started as a factory Dark Horse and was stripped down, bored out, and rebuilt from the cases up at Ozzie's Palace in Geneva, IL. The matte Riot Orange finish is untouched — the build wins on execution, not custom paint.

Year / Model2023 Indian Challenger Dark Horse Icon
ColorRiot Orange (Matte)
Engine112 Big Bore · Lloydz Tune · Stage 2 Cams
ExhaustTAB Dual Zombies · Cat Delete
BrakesKraus 320mm Wave Rotors · Titanium Radial Calipers
BarsForever Rad T-Bar · Boosted Brad Risers
LeatherAlligator Bob · Italian Alligator + Buffalo Hide
LightingBaja Designs LP6 + S2 · Amber
ChassisTorqued Crash Bars · Riot Orange Sliders
NicknameThe Dog House
The Dog House at Metropolis Illinois
"Greetings from Metropolis, Illinois" — on the road south

The Transformation

Drag the slider to reveal the build — from factory Dark Horse to The Dog House.

THE DOG HOUSE
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THE DOG HOUSE
Before2023 Indian Challenger Dark Horse Icon — factory spec, Riot Orange · Official Indian Motorcycle photo
AfterThe Dog House — 112 Big Bore · Alligator Bob Leather · TAB Dual Zombies · Baja Designs · Riot Orange

The Build

112 Big Bore Engine
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Lloydz Tune · Stage 2 Cams

112 Big Bore Engine

The PowerPlus bored out to 112ci, paired with a Lloydz performance tune and Stage 2 camshafts. Instant throttle response and a powerband that pulls hard from idle — built at Ozzie's Palace in Geneva, IL.

EXHAUST NOTE ▶
Cat Delete · Aggressive Idle

TAB Dual Zombies

TAB Performance Dual Zombie exhaust with catalytic converter delete. Paired with Stage 2 cams and the Lloydz tune, the sound is sharp, aggressive, and unmistakable — compression and intent in every note.

Audio System
Fairing Speakers · Stage Upgrade

Audio System

Custom audio build with upgraded fairing speakers installed in the pods. The system was wired during the full teardown at Ozzie's Palace — clean routing, no rattles, and road-ready volume for highway miles.

Alligator Bob Leather
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Italian Alligator · Buffalo Hide

Alligator Bob Leather

Custom seat, trunk backrest, tank bib, and grip covers by Alligator Bob Leather and Exotics. Italian Alligator hide in Riot Orange tones over black Buffalo leather — the most talked-about detail on the bike.

Forever Rad T-Bar Kit
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Boosted Brad Risers · Aggressive Stance

Forever Rad T-Bar Kit

Forever Rad T-Bar handlebar kit on Boosted Brad risers. The taller bars and lifted suspension give The Dog House a commanding stance — forward-leaning, aggressive, and built for long miles.

Kraus 320mm Wave Rotors
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Titanium Radial Calipers

Kraus 320mm Wave Rotors

Kraus radial caliper brackets with 320mm wave rotors and titanium-finish radial calipers. Massive stopping power with the visual impact to match — every detail intentional.

Baja Designs Lighting
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LP6 + S2 · Amber Accent

Baja Designs Lighting

Baja Designs LP6 and S2 auxiliary lights in amber. Against the matte Riot Orange paint at night, the amber glow creates a striking visual effect that perfectly matches the aggressive theme.

ON THE ROAD

Clips from the road — more dropping on YouTube, TikTok, and Instagram.

ROAD CLIP

The Dog House — On the Road

K.C. and Ozzie rolling through the Fox Valley on the Riot Orange Challenger. Every mile is a story.

GROUP RIDE

Route 66 IMRG — Group Ride

The crew rolling out together. Indian Motorcycles, open road, and the brotherhood of the ride.

EXHAUST NOTE

TAB Dual Zombies — Engine Sound

The Dog House at idle — 112ci Big Bore, Lloydz tune, TAB Dual Zombie exhaust. That's the sound.

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THE MOTHER ROAD MESSENGER

Keeping the Spirit of Route 66 Alive

Past Issues
Vol 3Spring 2026 · King of the Baggers
Spring 2026
  • King of the Baggers: The Start of 125
  • Shop Talk with Ron Cull
  • Custom Builder: Tattman
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Vol 2IMRG 1992 Chapter Magazine
2026
  • Letter from the President — K.C. Gulbro
  • The Rise of Indian Motorcycle
  • Member Spotlight: Debbie & Macklemore
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Issue 1New Beginnings
November 17, 2026
  • Year-End Reflection & 2026 Outlook
  • Christmas Party — Dec 4th, Addison IL
  • Meet Your Officers: Noel
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