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It’s time to get back to work after Christmas and New Year Holidays… Time to summarise the year that was very important to this blog, as it was the first whole year when I started to take this thing seriously. The following list is built … Read More ›
When choosing a build to feature, I try to look for something unique, rare or with a story. CX500 is a model that we have an abundance of regarding custom bikes. Especially popular in the “Cafe Racer” segment. But – I cannot overlook this beautiful … Read More ›
The Galena is a work of Riccardo Casarini, the founder of Ludwig Motorcycles. Riccardo wrote me a few days back, with an invitation to check out his latest build. The message included the link to a zip file with photos. I really like this moment. When the … Read More ›
Honda Hornet is not the first bike that comes to mind when You think about customising. But it turns out, as I was quite surprised myself – that it makes a great “Cafe Racer” styled motorcycle. I managed to select a Top 5 post some … Read More ›
This build is actually a representative of a short series motorcycle line- by Lucky Custom from Argentina. It’s their 67th project, but 6th (and the latest) of “The Cobra” series. And I have to say – that this build is fantastic. They made these a kind … Read More ›
This motorcycle is an example of one unique approach to building a cafe racer. The composition of the airbrushed tank, wooden tail section and bright colours. In the builder’s words: It all started with a challenge from a client. If we could agree to finish a … Read More ›
Cycle Guide claimed in 1980 that Honda CB750F with its new 77-hp engine can “accelerate with the fury of a one-litre hyperbike” and possessed “magical cornering qualities never before found on a four-cylinder street bike.” Although this upgraded 750 didn’t look as classy as the … Read More ›
I was looking forward to seeing Jacek Mulak’s new creation, that was teased here and there on the forums and groups… And here it is. Cardsharper Custom’s take on this quite mediocre, but yet – iconic donor motorcycle. Honda CX500 “Eat my Dust” Scrambler I … Read More ›
It seems like there is a fashion for CBX around the corner, as this is another one featured within a couple of weeks apart. This particular build has two fathers: Francesco “Paura” Curci (designer and well known Italian rapper) and Angelo “Low” Caliendo (builder and customizer). The donor … Read More ›
Honda CX500. One of the most commonly modified motorcycles. I’m quite sure, that if not for the custom scene – it would have been a forgotten piece of Japanese engineering. As it’s neither pretty or a good machine (considering the competition it had to face). … Read More ›
Another build that went under the radar. And it certainly has few nice styling touches to it. And the donor bike itself is quite an iconic power bike: CB1100F… producing around 108 bhp (*100 on the European market). It was quite a beast back in the … Read More ›
Featuring a CB750 is a tricky thing. Generally – we’ve seen it all. CB Four stock is a thing of beauty – spoked wheels, one of the best-looking air cooled engines ever and the iconic tank. Just put on some short tail, clip-ons and You … Read More ›
Again… build based on a small enduro, single cylinder engine, cooled by air. These machines are getting more and more popular to customize. It’s not a surprise, since in general all of those, while stock – look really awful and disproportional. This particular build is … Read More ›
This thing was all over the web recently. I was hesitating if I should follow and put it here. I decided to do it – for 1 reason: it’s really not often when You see a CBX750 modified. Most of the builders go for a … Read More ›
Seems like my drifting towards offroad and the other genre of builds is unstoppable. But I’m happy about this. It makes the bikes featured here more diverse. From a hardcore, kevlar fitted racetrack builds, to a lightweight dual-sports converted into a style icon. I’m also pleased when … Read More ›