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.
Mildly Reworked 1985 Moto Guzzi 1000 Le Mans Rolls to Auction at No Reserve
31 May 2021, 18:00 UTC · By: Silvian Secara / There’s no doubt that Mandello del Lario’s vintage Guzzis are arguably some of the most sought-after classic motorcycles. These creatures’ unmistakable design characteristics, longitudinally-mounted V-twins, and generous perf...
German Firm's Yamaha SR400 “Homage” Is a Unique Dirt Bike Inspired by the XT500
31 May 2021, 04:30 UTC · By: Silvian Secara / One must appreciate the striking similarities between this reworked SR400 and the iconic XT500. The Yamaha SR400 is exactly what you’d refer to as a rocket, but that won’t stop moto artisans from working their magic on the Japanese ...
Yard Built Yamaha XSR900 Is a Bespoke Tribute to The Legendary TZ750
30 May 2021, 23:53 UTC · By: Silvian Secara / The authors behind this spectacular machine are among Cali’s most reputed moto artists. Since 2012, Yamaha’s Yard Built competition has allowed craftsmen the opportunity to work their magic on the manufacturer’s latest machine...
This One-Off Ducati 848 EVO Is a Neo-Retro Cafe Racer You’ll Adore
30 May 2021, 19:40 UTC · By: Silvian Secara / We’d imagine that a bespoke exhaust system will bring about a befitting soundtrack to this ride. Chris Scholtka is a full-time firefighter who builds some truly fascinating custom motorcycles in his spare time. You will find Scholtka&rsqu...
This Reworked 1978 BMW R100/7 Is the Retro Tourer of Your Dreams
30 May 2021, 18:59 UTC · By: Silvian Secara / Put those luggage racks to good use and take off on an unforgettable road trip. Online auctions are a real blessing for gearheads who wish to treat themselves to a well-kept two- or four-wheeled ride. For instance, Bring a Trailer is a platform...
This Custom 1975 Honda CB750F Super Sport Is One Enthralling Cafe Racer
29 May 2021, 19:03 UTC · By: Silvian Secara / Seriously, is there any self-respecting rider out there who doesn't glorify the CB750? Within its double cradle skeleton, a 1975 variant of Honda’s CB750F Super Sport family houses a four-stroke 736cc inline-four mill. Thanks to a re...
Fulfill Your Wildest Racetrack Fantasies With This 2017 Ducati 1299 Superleggera
29 May 2021, 18:35 UTC · By: Silvian Secara / It goes without saying the 2017 Ducati 1299 Superleggera is a true miracle of Italian engineering. This limited-edition brute was the world’s first production motorcycle to feature a complete carbon fiber construction on its frame, swinga...
This Restored 1973 Ducati 750 GT Could End Up in Your Garage
28 May 2021, 20:15 UTC · By: Silvian Secara / Each and every self-respecting Ducatista holds a special place in their heart for the glorious 750 GT. A 1973 variant of Bologna’s lineup is powered by a four-stroke SOHC L-twin engine that packs a displacement of 748cc and four valves. A...
Modified 1974 BMW R90/6 Goes on the Block Wearing a Massive Wixom Fairing
27 May 2021, 21:29 UTC · By: Silvian Secara / It also comes with fresh rubber, aftermarket shocks, and a refurbished mill. If you live in the United States, you’re probably familiar with Bring a Trailer, a popular online auctioning site where neat rides dwell and gearheads’ dre...
Brabus Really Went to Town (Again) With This 788-HP Mercedes-AMG GLS 63
27 May 2021, 20:44 UTC · By: Silvian Secara / It looks like these folks have been keeping busy as of late, and we’re hoping things will stay that way. The tuning industry is a place where fast rides become faster, and petrolheads’ wildest fantasies come true. Ever since cars to...
Custom 1974 BMW R75/6 Heads to the Adoption Center With Extra Oomph on Tap
26 May 2021, 23:30 UTC · By: Silvian Secara / Be the coolest rider in your neighborhood with this tastefully reworked R75/6. In stock form, the 1974 BMW R75/6 comes equipped with an air-cooled 745cc boxer-twin engine mated to a five-speed transmission. The four-stroke mill inhales through ...
Yard Built Yamaha XSR700 “8 Dayz” Looks Sound Carrying Its Alloy Monocoque Suit
26 May 2021, 22:40 UTC · By: Silvian Secara / Yamaha’s XSR700 is one gorgeous bike straight out of the box, but that won’t stop moto artists from reinterpreting it however they please. The talented craftsmen over at Switzerland’s Young Guns Speed Shop live and breathe cus...
Tucano Urbano’s Airscud Is a Premium Airbag Vest You Can Pre-Order Now
26 May 2021, 21:45 UTC · By: Silvian Secara / It offers unrivaled versatility and comfort while making no compromises in terms of protection. In today’s riding gear industry, airbag tops aren’t exactly a new development. Back in the day, this particular market segment was domin...
Treat Yourself to a Reconditioned 1983 BMW R100CS That Looks Seriously Crisp
26 May 2021, 20:44 UTC · By: Silvian Secara / Ladies and gents, here’s your chance to own the retro Beemer you’ve been dreaming about. In today’s motorcycle realm, you’ll find an abundance of old-school gearheads who have a soft spot for classic Beemers. If you happ...
Yamaha XSR700 Becomes a Beefy Tracker-Style Warrior, Receives Custom Bodywork
25 May 2021, 23:30 UTC · By: Silvian Secara / It also packs the Super Tenere’s groovy footwear and a cocktail of tasty aftermarket accessories. Turkey’s Bunker Custom Cycles was co-founded several years ago by two brothers named Mert and Can Uzer. Ever since the company’s...
This Modded 1981 Honda CB900F Super Sport Is Eager to Meet Its Future Owner
25 May 2021, 22:19 UTC · By: Silvian Secara / Run the quarter-mile in under twelve seconds and look the part while at it. I’m going to be as straightforward as I can here; the 1981 Honda CB900F Super Sport was a genuine marvel, and it can still be classified as a beast by today'...
Alloy-Clad Harley-Davidson Street 500 “Nagabanda” Is the Stuff of Nightmares
25 May 2021, 20:15 UTC · By: Silvian Secara / When’s the last time you’ve seen this amount of work put into a custom motorcycle? The Indonesian metalwork gurus over at Bali’s AMS Garage are no strangers to the graceful art of motorcycle customization. This workshop is amo...
This Tidy 1977 Moto Guzzi 850 Le Mans Wants to Play, Packs Powertrain Upgrades
25 May 2021, 19:20 UTC · By: Silvian Secara / Treat yourself to a piece of Moto Guzzi history that looks as if it just rolled off the production line. The House of Mandello del Lario unleashed the first iteration of the beloved Moto Guzzi 850 Le Mans back in 1976. Sure enough, the market w...
6K-Mile 2005 BMW R1100S BoxerCup Replika Is Looking for A New Place to Settle
24 May 2021, 23:30 UTC · By: Silvian Secara / We’ve got some excellent news to share with you; this sexy thing is auctioned off at no reserve as we speak. BMW Motorrad’s 2005MY R1100S BoxerCup Replika is the very definition of a mechanical monstrosity. Within its steel skeleton...
Yamaha XJR1300 Spends Some Time With Wrenchmonkees, “Skullmonkee” Arises
24 May 2021, 22:00 UTC · By: Silvian Secara / While their approach might have been slightly restrained, it still manages to look seriously rad. Although the Danish aftermarket surgeons over at Copenhagen’s Wrenchmonkees make it look easy, being a top dog in the custom motorcycle real...