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.
Numbers-Matching 1974 BMW R90/6 Is Offered at No Reserve, Has Aftermarket Genes
17 Jun 2021, 17:38 UTC · By: Silvian Secara / Some of you might say that modifying a vintage treasure is sacrilege. Well, that’s not the case if the stock components can be fitted back on without breaking a sweat. A 1974 model from BMW’s R90/6 range is brought to life by an air...
Here’s a Modified 1980 BMW R65 That’ll Satisfy Your Touring Needs
16 Jun 2021, 19:03 UTC · By: Silvian Secara / Right, that front fairing is rather polarizing, but the color scheme manages to look seriously groovy. If you ask me, vintage BMWs are some of the sexiest motorcycles produced during the previous century. Their iconic powerplants and unmistakab...
MotoGP 21 Review: An Action-Packed Simulator for Your Inner Valentino Rossi (PC)
16 Jun 2021, 18:13 UTC · By: Silvian Secara / People who claim that Dark Souls is hard have obviously never played a MotoGP game. Just try not to throw your controller at the screen, will you? Milan-based videogame developer Milestone is a genuine blessing for gamers who also happen to be ...
Custom Moto Guzzi 850 Le Mans III Flaunts Full-Alloy Bodywork, Looks Groovy
15 Jun 2021, 20:32 UTC · By: Silvian Secara / Since 2013, Michael Hammer has been creating an abundance of bespoke wonders under the alias of Hammer Kraftrad (HK). The German moto artist goes about his daily business in Lengfurt – a small town located about fifty miles (80 km) away f...
This Untarnished 1976 Honda CB750 Is an Old-School Marvel You Could Actually Own
14 Jun 2021, 19:43 UTC · By: Silvian Secara / For many riders out there, Honda’s mighty CB750 is the very definition of a cult classic. Although the Japanese predator can’t be described as a missile by today’s standards, it did enjoy a great deal of popularity during the ...
Honda CBR900RR Fireblade Makes Its Way to the Auction Block, Sports Big Bore Kit
14 Jun 2021, 07:42 UTC · By: Silvian Secara / Back in the day, the ‘93 MY Honda CBR900RR Fireblade was one of the most advanced road-legal motorcycles in its class. Within its aluminum twin spar frame, Honda's unforgiving fiend housed as an entry-level engine a liquid-cooled 893...
Ducati Monster S4RS Testastretta Receives a Rad Overhaul, Becomes “Ristretto”
13 Jun 2021, 14:40 UTC · By: Silvian Secara / I don’t know about you, but I think I might’ve just fallen in love with this Duc. Brazil's SP Corse is a reputed workshop located in the culturally enriched neighborhood of Vila Madalena, Sao Paolo. After a brief involvement in...
This 10K-Mile 1984 BMW R100CS Last Edition Is a Real Blast From the Past
10 Jun 2021, 21:45 UTC · By: Silvian Secara / If you fancy seeing yourself in that saddle, you’ll be pleased to hear this gem is up for grabs at no reserve. Regardless of whether you’re looking for a neat restomod, a one-off gem, or limited-edition collector’s items, you&...
Bland 2000 Ducati 750SS Gets Spiced Up With Some Tasty Custom Cafe Racer Sauce
10 Jun 2021, 20:30 UTC · By: Silvian Secara / We invite you to sit down and join us for a closer look at yet another one-off masterpiece. Kaspeed Custom Motorcycles is a reputed workshop located in the picturesque town of Glauchau, Germany. The enterprise is run by Karsten Dressel and his ...
Limited-Edition 1987 Yamaha FZR 750RT Gets Auctioned Online at No Reserve
10 Jun 2021, 19:17 UTC · By: Silvian Secara / Live the old-school Yamaha experience in all its glory with this timeless rarity. Yamaha’s limited-edition 1987 FZR 750RT is one hell of a bike. It comes equipped with a liquid-cooled 749cc inline-four behemoth that boasts twenty valves a...
Reworked 1985 BMW R80RT Looks Like an R100S, and It’s Searching for a New Home
9 Jun 2021, 20:54 UTC · By: Silvian Secara / What if I told you this German beauty is being auctioned at no reserve as we speak? Keeping an eye on live auctions happening online is a great way to hunt for two- and four-wheeled rides that’ll suit almost any budget. It doesn't ma...
Ducati Announces Special-Edition 2022 Diavel 1260 S “Black and Steel”
9 Jun 2021, 16:47 UTC · By: Silvian Secara / It’s set to hit dealerships next month. Until then, feel free to drool over this extensive photo gallery. A few months ago, Ducati stunned the motorcycle realm with their limited-edition Diavel 1260 “Lamborghini” – a two...
163-Mile 2019 Kawasaki Ninja H2 Carbon Hits the Auction Block Looking Divine
8 Jun 2021, 22:30 UTC · By: Silvian Secara / Your dream of owning a majestic superbike may have just fulfilled—if you’ve got enough cash to spare, that is. In between its carbon-fiber garments, dazzling performance figures, and state-of-the-art electrical functions, Kawasaki&r...
Triumph Street Triple RS Undergoes a Radical Transformation You’ll Certainly Dig
8 Jun 2021, 21:30 UTC · By: Silvian Secara / Those of you who weren’t that fond of Triumph’s dual headlight setup will be glad to see it gone. Besides featuring lightweight construction and plenty of oomph on tap, the 2020 Triumph Street Triple RS also packs premium suspension...
Embrace the Old-School Cafe Racer Spirit With This One-Off 1974 Honda CB360
8 Jun 2021, 20:33 UTC · By: Silvian Secara / We know you love custom motorcycles, so here’s one you can own. The 1974 Honda CB360 is powered by a four-stroke SOHC parallel-twin mill that packs a displacement of 357cc and two valves per cylinder. At around 9,000 rpm, the air-cooled e...
10K-Mile 1994 BMW K75 Arrives on the Auction Block Looking Truly Handsome
7 Jun 2021, 21:30 UTC · By: Silvian Secara / Although nearly three decades have passed since this Beemer was produced, it's hard to describe its design as outdated. Riders who are on a budget can certainly appreciate the utility of auctioning websites where bargains on well-preserved...
We Think You’d Look Seriously Crisp Riding Around on This 1971 Honda CB350 K3
7 Jun 2021, 19:19 UTC · By: Silvian Secara / We highly doubt there’s anyone out there who wouldn’t be thrilled to ride a vintage two-wheeler, regardless of its displacement or age. Right, it seems fairly reasonable to assume that any self-respecting lover of mechanical gems h...
Live the Pure Old-School Gixxer Experience With This Tidy 1988 Suzuki GSX-R750
3 Jun 2021, 18:55 UTC · By: Silvian Secara / Act swiftly, and you may get to see this retro gem parked outside your house. Within its aluminum skeleton, the 1988 Suzuki GSX-R750 packs a twin-cooled 748cc inline-four powerplant. This vicious piece of machinery prides itself with a total of...
Restored 1974 Moto Guzzi V7 Sport Is a Timeless Piece of History You Can Own
31 May 2021, 20:15 UTC · By: Silvian Secara / Mandello del Lario’s timeless V7 Sport is one of the most treasured classics from the Italian manufacturer’s entire range. The V7 Sport may not be the toughest vintage Guzzi out there, but it certainly is among the sexiest two-wheel...
Yamaha XJR1300 “Eau Rouge” Is a Bespoke Tribute to Retro Endurance Racing Bikes
31 May 2021, 18:45 UTC · By: Silvian Secara / When looking to honor the endurance racing spirit, the XJR1300 is certainly an appropriate starting point. In today’s two-wheeler kingdom, there are many motorcycle customization enterprises specializing in breathing new life into your m...