As a custom bike builder, you get all sorts of requests, some unique, some mundane, and some simply insane. And since time is limited, you have to choose carefully which one you take on. The guys from Wrenchmonkees received one request that stood out. And it came from a biker from Paris by the name of Timothee. Honda CB750K7 by...
Back in 1914, a certain event took place in Dodge city, Kansas, going by the name of Dodge City 300, that was a great success. In 1914 it brought in 17.000 spectators, while the 1921 edition brought over 20.000. Dodge City 300 In 1914, a Harley Davidson rider was officially supported by a factory, and while it lost, one year...
A new recall plagues the bike maker Triumph, and this time the affected model is the 2013 Trophy SE. The issue affecting the touring motorcycle is related to its fuel tank. Triumph Trophy SE It seems that on a number of 2013 Trophy SE bikes the fuel tank was not manufactured up to spec, resulting in a faulty component. The...
Whenever you think about Harley Davidson, you automatically think of big, hardy choppers and bikers gangs, and certainly not about a leisure ride through the city. So that's why when Harley Davidson presented an advertisement about a custom paintjob displaying the hard candy paint technique, some might have been a bit vexed. Harley Davidson Hard Candy Custom This said technique...
A very interesting idea is in the works at the hands of motorcycle enthusiast Lukusz from Poland. He has devised a black box to be fitted on your bike and, in a similar fashion to an aircraft black box, record pretty much every aspect pertinent to the bike rider. Motorcycle Black Box It is a great idea for the most...
When it comes to creating custom bikes, there are basically no limits on the possibilities. As long as you have the skills and the imagination, you can create a unique motorcycle that will turn heads when riding down the street. And while some might go for futuristic, fantastic bikes, other go for something a bit more retro. Rusty Trombone bike...
The helmet is probably the most important piece of protection equipment for any biker, so this is where you don't want to skimp out. So when there are some problems with the helmets, there is reason for concern. Hybrid C C Half Helmets Such issues are the reason KBC recalled a number of 456 Harley Davidson half helmets manufactured back...
When I first saw a moped as a kid, I found them quite desirable, combining both a gasoline engine and pedals to move forwards. The concept finally evolved and adapted to the current trends. And the primary representative right now is the Revelo LIFEbike. Revelo LIFEbike The Machine's name stands for Lightweight, Intelligent, Flexible, Electric and these are probably the...
The Australian market is not one of the more lucrative areas for the industry like the USA or Asia, so every manufacturer that wants to stay in the land down under, has to come up with a good strategy. The strategy for Ducati, it seems, involves offering great bikes at discount prices. Ducati Monster 659 ABS This is how Australia...
The time tested motorcycle company, Triumph, has witnessed a losing streak in this period, issuing three recalls for its products. Two of the recalls involve the Speed Triple bike, while the third is addressed to the Daytona 675. Triumph Speed Triple Reports indicate that 61 units of the Daytona 675 have an issue with the throttle cable guide that went...
Over the time, Vespa has made a name for itself, delivering great fun and quality for two wheel machines. The latest news from the manufacturer concerns the American market, which is set to receive the brand new 2014 Vespa 946. Vespa 946 Canada was first considered as an opening market, but then again, US is just as good a market,...
As you know, India is one of the most densely populated zones of the Earth. This, of course, translates into very congested urban traffic. That is why a full car just doesn't make sense in such an environment, and you can see that in the sheer number of bikes on the road in India. Harley-Davidson Couple that with a general...
Although there isn't such a variety of aftermarkets products to modify your motorcycle as there is for cars, there is still plenty to please any rider. And if your bike is a 2013 Honda CB1100, you will be pleased to know that a new exhaust system will bring a new soundtrack and a lot more power. Slip-on Exhaust for Honda...
We all know that top stunt artists are not made, they are born. And judging from the clip circulating the internet, another star has begun his career. During a motorcycle riding lesson, a (un)lucky student managed to pull off his first wheelie in a most accidental way. Bike Riding Student What is amazing is not that he managed to cock...
Building a custom chopper takes not only mechanical know-how, but also an artistic touch and vision. So what went through the head of the guy that envisioned a bike fitted with an airplane engine? The answer is presented via a video at the end of the article. Red Baron Motorcycle Called the Red Baron (fitting name), this bike sports a...
From a first glance at the project, the robust aspect and vintage look just calls to the animal in you. Seemingly rough around the edges, this custom bike was a long time in construction. As the builders would estimate, about 800 hours went into making this motorcycle and when they were done, they named it Trimotoro. Trimotoro by El Solitario...
We have seen custom motorcycles sporting a lot of themes, depending on both the client it's built for and the artists that worked on it. A bike built as a tribute to a car is not that common, but that's exactly what Custom Wolf has done with the Hommage motorcycle. Custom Wolf Hommage motorcycle Built to honor the British car...
It seems bad luck follows Harley Davidson around. Just days after they officially announced ceasing production on 6 of their models, a rumor surfaced that even the CVO Breakout is endangered. It seems that some dealers were advised by the company to stop shipping the bikes for a while, for reasons yet unknown, and no date is set when things...
Recently, the Spanish competition bike maker Ossa announced two new models, the Factory 125 and the Factory R 300 The two new additions to the Ossa motorcycle range will bring the number up to 6 performant machines. Ossa Factory R 300 The names of the two new comers are quite suggestive. Thus, the Ossa Factory 125 has a 125 cc...
Riding a bike is fun, fast and dangerous. And any owner thrives on that. What the riders don't like is the fact that long drives are extremely tiresome. This applies not only to the driver of the motorcycle, but also to any passenger willing to get on. BMW K 1600 GTL Arm Rest Considering all this, any kind of feature...
