Silvian Secara
2,197 ARTICLES
Personal motto:
"Always place your becoming above your current being"
A bit of an artist himself, Silvian sees two- and four-wheeled machines as a form of art, especially restomods and custom rides. Oh, and if you come across a cafe racer article on our website, it’s most likely his doing.
He spends his spare time hiking, hitting the gym and reading classic literature.
Rare and Spotless 2015 MV Agusta F3 800 Ago Is Six Miles Away From New, Wants Your Money
20 Sep 2022, 12:26 UTC · By: Silvian Secara / When you need a machine that’s both a speed demon and a status symbol, look no further than MV Agusta’s offerings. MV Agusta created the F3 800 Ago as an homage to the legendary Giacomo Agostini, producing a mere 300 units for the 2...
Custom Triumph Bobber Basse-Bodeux Is Slammed, Stretched, and Astoundingly Good-Looking
18 Sep 2022, 20:14 UTC · By: Silvian Secara / Modified two-wheelers with elongated rear geometries tend to look obnoxious, but this is obviously an exception. We wouldn’t exactly refer to Fred “Krugger” Bertrand as a custom motorcycle builder because the man is more of an...
Collectible 1993 Honda CBR900RR With Low Mileage Comes Close to Outright Perfection
17 Sep 2022, 17:25 UTC · By: Silvian Secara / If an iconic sports bike from the nineties is what you’re after, the CBR900RR will tick all the right boxes. Having ushered in an entirely new era of sports bikes, the CBR900RR Fireblade will always be regarded as one of Honda’s mos...
This Alluring 1971 Triumph TR6R Tiger 650 Is a True Charmer, Odo Falls Short of 10K Miles
16 Sep 2022, 01:38 UTC · By: Silvian Secara / Even if it may not be quite as desirable as a classic Bonneville, the Tiger would probably turn just as many heads. Showing just under 10k miles (16,000 km) on the counter, this 1971 Triumph TR6R Tiger 650 has been in the current owner’s ...
Collectible 2006 Ducati Sport 1000 With 8K Miles Is Nearly Flawless and Beyond Reproach
15 Sep 2022, 22:52 UTC · By: Silvian Secara / A SportClassic model in good condition isn’t just a head-turner that’ll make you the center of attention at bike nights; it’s an investment as safe as gold. Throughout history, many wonderful motorcycles have tragically failed...
236-Mile 2019 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10RR Offers WorldSBK Tech in a Road-Legal Package
15 Sep 2022, 14:27 UTC · By: Silvian Secara / The Ninja ZX-10RR is a liter-bike desired by many, but within the financial reach of a select few. In the same way that Mercedes dominated Formula One during the first few years of the turbo-hybrid era, Kawasaki ruled WSBK for six consecutive s...
Remixed 1978 BMW R100RS Has CBR Running Gear and Tons of Motogadget Accessories
14 Sep 2022, 23:58 UTC · By: Silvian Secara / There’s nothing too wild or outlandish about this machine, and that understated elegance is precisely what we love about it! It’s been quite some time since we’ve last seen a new build from the Lithuanians over at Differs, but...
Low-Mile 2009 Ducati 848 Looks Almost Impeccable, Could Be Yours to Cherish and Enjoy
14 Sep 2022, 23:26 UTC · By: Silvian Secara / Between lightness and pavement-scorching power, this Bolognese monstrosity offers the best of both worlds. Essentially a downsized 1098, Ducati’s exceptional 848 is a machine praised by the press and everyday riders alike. The exemplar we...
Custom-Made Yamaha SR400 Green Is the Very Definition of Charming, Bears Scrambler Cues
14 Sep 2022, 22:03 UTC · By: Silvian Secara / This two-wheeled gem may not have that much power on tap, but its personality certainly makes up for it. No matter what styling approach they choose to employ in their endeavors, Analog Motorcycles do an exceptional job at nailing it every sing...
Fabled 1979 Honda CBX Heads to Auction Flaunting Ohlins Shocks and Near-Perfect Looks
14 Sep 2022, 20:05 UTC · By: Silvian Secara / Those suspension upgrades are more than welcome because the standard units could barely keep the engine’s raw power in check. Hailed as one of the best-sounding motorcycles ever produced, the Honda CBX is nothing less than pure bliss for ...
This 1969 Norton Commando 750S Is Restored and Ready to Scramble, Looks Great in Yellow
13 Sep 2022, 23:36 UTC · By: Silvian Secara / To be frank, we think the Commando 750 is an absolute head-turner in just about any color or trim. Even though this 1969 Norton Commando 750S isn’t quite perfect, it still looks the part thanks to an extensive restoration performed by the...
Reimagined BMW R100RT Is a Marriage Between Scrambled Looks and Intricate Mechanical Mods
13 Sep 2022, 22:55 UTC · By: Silvian Secara / Although we’ve seen quite a few classic Beemers customized in this fashion, there aren’t many as impressive as the one showcased below. It would be downright rude for someone not to include Bolt Motor Co. (BMC) on a list of the Iber...
One-Off Triumph Bobber B-Type Is Dripping With Refinement, Modern Styling Reigns Supreme
13 Sep 2022, 21:36 UTC · By: Silvian Secara / It’s tough to recall the last time we’ve seen a customized Bonneville Bobber that looks this neat. Whereas many custom motorcycle builders like to employ a healthy dose of vintage styling on their projects, Jens vom Brauck of JvB-Mo...
Two-Mile 2017 Ducati 1299 Panigale S Anniversario Is the Superbike Equivalent of Divinity
13 Sep 2022, 20:21 UTC · By: Silvian Secara / For the avid Ducatista with deep pockets and an urge to go ridiculously fast, this is where it’s at. When the 2017 model year rolled around, Ducati’s 90th anniversary was celebrated in style with the special-edition 1299 Panigale S ...
Great-Looking 2001 Ducati 748 Goes to Auction Equipped With Fast by Ferracci Pipework
11 Sep 2022, 20:34 UTC · By: Silvian Secara / You’ll find a ton of much newer bikes that are nowhere near as pristine as the 748 displayed below. Although it shows well over 23k miles (37,000 km) on its five-digit counter, this 2001 Ducati 748 is just a few imperfections away from mi...
Custom Moto Guzzi Airtail Was Previously a Stock Le Mans II, Keeps Things Looking Classy
11 Sep 2022, 19:17 UTC · By: Silvian Secara / We love to see builders experimenting with unconventional approaches and wild ideas, so this restyled Le Mans was a genuine treat for our souls. At the tender age of twelve, James Hilton rode pillion on a motorcycle for the very first time with...
Original-Owner 2010 Triumph Street Triple R Prepares to Change Hands, Looks Tempting
11 Sep 2022, 10:09 UTC · By: Silvian Secara / When you need a potent beast that’s easy to live with on busy urban roads, it’s hard to go wrong with a Street Triple. Just like its bigger Speed Triple sibling, the Triumph Street Triple was met with critical acclaim ever since its...
Honda CX500 Type 8 Is Custom Beauty in Its Finest Form, Boasts Monocoque Garments
11 Sep 2022, 01:09 UTC · By: Silvian Secara / You’ll rarely come across a workshop whose signature styling is as ravishing as that of Auto Fabrica. We’ve nothing but love for the astonishing work produced by Gazmend and Bujar Muharremi of Auto Fabrica, because it never fails to...
Well-Kept 2000 Honda RVT1000R RC51 Is Pure Race-Bred Bliss, Wants a Serious Relationship
10 Sep 2022, 22:27 UTC · By: Silvian Secara / For those who want to kill the liter-bike game in style, the RC51 is a perfect companion. Popularized by Colin Edwards’ success in WSBK at the dawn of the 21st century, the Honda RVT1000R RC51 is one hell of a machine. Folks outside the U...
Custom Harley FX Super-Glide Cafe Racer Has S&S Power and Classic XLCR Influences
10 Sep 2022, 18:01 UTC · By: Silvian Secara / This thing will most certainly raise some Harley purist eyebrows, but we think it looks pretty darn sweet. When your aim is to create a bespoke cafe racer of Harley-Davidson lineage, the most obvious choice for a donor would be a Sportster. Som...