I like a build with a story when You can reflect the manhours spent in the garage with every detail made and modification applied to the machine. But this is going to be short and accurate. Just like the conversation I had with the builder. I … Read More ›
Someone who built a custom motorcycle… once said that “It’s not the donor bike that makes a custom, but a builder”. Wise man… The Honda CB is one of the most popular motorcycles in the world. It is also quite often modified… The custom scene … Read More ›
I had to check this, and this is indeed a first Aprilia Tuono… even first Aprilia on this blog. This is a very extraordinary base to customize. Aprilia is a truly exotic Italian brand. That somehow manages to release machines that can compete with the … Read More ›
It’s quite difficult to get around the BMW naming conventions. As far for the R or K or S are pretty simple, the number that follows is an engine “size”. The letters that follow are a version. In this case, it means “Street Touring”. It … Read More ›
The XSR900 series… One one hand – Yamaha did a great job with the MT series. These machines are up to the task. They offer extraordinary performance and ride quality for a very competitive price. But… on the other hand – I don’t get that … Read More ›
I’m not the biggest fan of the Yamaha Virago builds, as there’s a bit too many of these. And I love it when someone, who is not a “professional workshop owner” sends me his build. Especially when a bike has a story Jean-Pierre contacted me … Read More ›
This thing is from the deep archives of the internet. It was built 12 years ago, but somehow I don’t think it was ever featured anywhere. It is actually a second Griso featured on this blog. I thought about this model as there are rumours … Read More ›
The work of Vibrazioni Art Design is like nothing else. I love their sense of style and aesthetics. I could have their bikes sitting in the living room near the fireplace and just look at it. Of course, I would rather ride it as their … Read More ›
I love the Kawasaki ZRX1200R model. I own one – last year of production: 2006, in the only colour available that year – brilliant Kawasaki Green. It is a very universal machine. It does the job as a daily ride, puts a smile on my … Read More ›
You might remember the small series production Nembo 32. It is a custom build of a different level… and a unique concept of a motorcycle as a whole. A really unique new motorcycle: no bike is alike… The project started in 2008. The main idea … Read More ›
Ducati MH900e is one of the most iconic motorcycles from Bologne. Pierre Terblanche’s design makes most of his creations instant classics. One of my top 3 favourite bucket list bikes came from this guy: Ducati SportClassic – it happened a few years after the MH900e. … Read More ›
It’s been a while since last Lucky Custom build feature. And this one is way different than their previous one. They seem to have a distinctive style regarding tire choices… and the way they run the exhaust pipes. Also, they seem to like the scrambler … Read More ›
I have an issue with CB750. For once, undeniably – it is one of the most important motorcycles in history. It was the bike that started it all for the universal motorcycles segment. This is great. But with time… it got itself a name to … Read More ›
This year’s motto for the Yamaha Yard Built is “Back to the Dirt”. This seems like a spot on concept – as Yamaha doesn’t have any retro scramblers for sale currently. This way, they will address this segment a little. Another thing is that… we … Read More ›
I’m sceptical regarding the builds that begin their life as a modern sport or sport-touring bikes. Usually, the build story behind such custom is something like: “I crashed my CBR, and want to fix it cheap” – meaning a street fighter or a quasi cafe … Read More ›
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