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.
Manhart’s “MH2 500” Tuning Package Takes the BMW M2 Competition to a New Level
17 May 2021, 19:40 UTC · By: Silvian Secara / You ought to take a seat because this four-wheeled Bavarian is about to make you go weak at the knees. If you follow the European aftermarket scene on a regular basis, there’s a good chance you have already heard about Manhart Performance...
Yamaha XSR700 “Super 7” Looks Prepared to Flex Its Handsome Aftermarket Gains
17 May 2021, 19:12 UTC · By: Silvian Secara / Feel free to rejoice if you own an XSR700 because the Super 7 is sold as a bolt-on kit by its creators. The German city of Cologne is where you’ll find JvB-Moto, a successful developer of aftermarket goodies founded by a fellow named Jens...
Impeccable 1990 BMW K1 Leaves Its Nest in Search of A New Home
16 May 2021, 19:30 UTC · By: Silvian Secara / A blast from the past—that’s how we’d describe BMW Motorrad’s muscular tourer. When looking to purchase a well-kept ride, keeping an eye on various online auctioning platforms is worth every second of your time. If you l...
We Think This 1972 Yamaha DT2 Would Look Right at Home In Your Garage
16 May 2021, 14:17 UTC · By: Silvian Secara / Satisfying your wildest off-road fantasies with a smoky DT2 would certainly be a thrilling experience. We could list a whole bunch of reasons why every gearhead based in the United States ought to be visiting the BAT (Bring A Trailer) website o...
Lightly Modified 1988 Ducati 750 F1 Wants to Be Your New Mechanical Companion
14 May 2021, 11:28 UTC · By: Silvian Secara / You’ve still got a chance to submit your bid for this splendid bike, but you will have to act quickly. A factory-spec 1988 Ducati 750 F1 awakens thanks to an air-cooled SOHC L-twin engine that prides itself with a displacement of 748cc an...
This Restored 1970 Norton Commando 750 Is Auctioned Off at No Reserve
13 May 2021, 11:44 UTC · By: Silvian Secara / At first glance, you might say this parallel-twin looks like it’s seen some better days, but you’ll eat your words when you find out what’s inside. Back in the day, the Norton Commando 750 was a force to be reckoned with among...
Spotless 1976 Suzuki GT185 Goes Under the Hammer With 250 Miles on Its Odometer
11 May 2021, 23:29 UTC · By: Silvian Secara / Given its impeccable condition, time appears to have stood still for this GT185. Those of you who have a soft spot for vintage two-wheelers will be pleased to learn that a 1976 Suzuki GT185 is currently auctioned at no reserve on Bring A Traile...
Vintage Moto Guzzi Le Mans III Enters Kaffeemaschine’s Aftermarket Den
11 May 2021, 21:50 UTC · By: Silvian Secara / Germany’s go-to Moto Guzzi experts aren’t the kind of guys who will make compromises on their quest to create a sensational entity. When it comes down to magnificent Moto Guzzi-based exploits that’ll soothe just about any ride...
You May Want to Consider Adopting This Tastefully Restored 1974 Ducati 750GT
11 May 2021, 20:40 UTC · By: Silvian Secara / Imagine waking up every day to find this gem waiting for you in the garage. Ask any self-respecting Ducatista, and they will all tell you the same thing: the 750GT is a true legend among Bologna’s two-wheeled warriors. In fact, we’d...
The Gulf Racing Livery Worn by This Custom Ducati 750SS Looks Fascinating
11 May 2021, 19:57 UTC · By: Silvian Secara / After seeing this marvel, we’re certainly hoping it won’t be long until Armano Filipovic unveils his next creation. Over the years, we’ve featured a plethora of Gulf-themed custom undertakings that look absolutely stunning. In...
This Restored 1968 Triumph TR6R Trophy Could End Up in Your Driveway
10 May 2021, 20:41 UTC · By: Silvian Secara / During the late ‘60s, Triumph’s beloved TR6R Trophy enjoyed a fair deal of praise and popularity on the U.S. market. Given the industry’s growing demand for higher-displacement motorcycles, it’s no wonder this Meriden-br...
El Solitario’s 148-HP Yamaha XJR1300 “Big Bad Wolf” Hunts the Yard Built Podium
7 May 2021, 17:57 UTC · By: Silvian Secara / It goes without saying that Yamaha’s Yard Built competition hosts some of the raddest custom motorcycles you’ll ever come across. As time went by, we’ve featured several pieces of two-wheeled artwork built for the Japanese ma...
This 1974 Kawasaki S3 Mach II Is in Top Condition and It Could Be Yours
6 May 2021, 17:29 UTC · By: Silvian Secara / Treat yourself to an old-school ride that looks as if it just came off the production line. If there’s too much empty space in your garage and you’re thinking about filling it with a classic motorcycle, then we’ve got some gre...
Yamaha XSR700 “Apex Ruler” Will Give You Goosebumps, Rides on Carbon Fiber Hoops
5 May 2021, 18:00 UTC · By: Silvian Secara / Over the years, we’ve seen many of the world’s most ambitious workshops take part in Yamaha’s annual Yard Built contest, including Roland Sands, Deus Ex Machina and Denmark’s Wrenchmonkees, to name a few. Among the rece...
This Flawlessly Customized 2005 Ducati 749 Is Searching for a New Home
4 May 2021, 14:58 UTC · By: Silvian Secara / Well, I do hope you’ve been saving up, because you wouldn’t want to miss out on this. The machine you’re looking at here was a regular 2005 Ducati 749 prior to meeting Jett Design Garage – a lesser-known workshop located...
This Unique Yamaha XSR155 Cosplays as a Vicious Sport Bike, Exhibits JPS Livery
3 May 2021, 22:00 UTC · By: Silvian Secara / John Player Special’s F1 color scheme looks right at home on this one-off gem. If you’re finding it difficult to recall the last time you’ve seen a 155cc XSR variant cruising around your town, that’s because you probably...
Ducati Monster 600 Pays Officine Sbrannetti a Visit, “Mostro” Is Born
2 May 2021, 21:30 UTC · By: Silvian Secara / Take a minute to join us for a closer look at this unique display of two-wheeled perfection, will you? A few weeks ago, we took the liberty of introducing you to “Caffe Lungo” - a Moto Guzzi Griso 1100 that’s been subjected to...
BMW K1100LT Embraces the Cafe Racer Spirit, Becomes a Fierce One-Off Warrior
2 May 2021, 18:33 UTC · By: Silvian Secara / A couple of years ago, two fellows named Nick Rovello and Anthony LoGalbo joined forces to summon HellGate Moto in Queens, New York City. If custom BMWs happen to be your thing, you’ll be pleased to learn that fiddling with Bavaria’...
Vintage Moto Guzzi V1000 G5 Rides to The Aftermarket Kingdom on MV Agusta Wheels
1 May 2021, 23:00 UTC · By: Silvian Secara / If you’ve got a soft spot for custom Guzzis, this creature will definitely quench your thirst. Stasis Motorcycles’ Cliff Fisher is a passionate enthusiast who goes about his daily business in Austin, Texas. He documents his two-whee...
'Mondego' Is How a Moto Guzzi V65 Lario Looks in Bespoke Cafe Racer Form
1 May 2021, 20:53 UTC · By: Silvian Secara / You’ll have no trouble spotting the carbon-clad bodywork, but there’s more to this thing than just entrancing cosmetic pizzazz. Tricana Motorcycles was founded back in 2011 near the Swiss town of Montreux. Besides retailing MV Agust...