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Custom Bikes

The custom bike scene is probably even more controversial than that of cars, especially for purists, and it’s a love it or hate it part of the motorcycle world 
BMW R60/5 Goes Aftermarket Shopping, Grabs Tasty Pack of Bespoke Bodywork
BMW R60/5 Goes Aftermarket Shopping, Grabs Tasty Pack of Bespoke Bodywork

26 Feb 2021, 13:45 UTC · By: Silvian Secara / Besides that handsome custom attire, Counter Balance Cycles’ reborn Beemer also houses powertrain upgrades and Audi paintwork

 
Kawasaki KZ650 Got Infused With Custom Cafe Racer DNA, the Result Is Fascinating
Kawasaki KZ650 Got Infused With Custom Cafe Racer DNA, the Result Is Fascinating

26 Feb 2021, 13:10 UTC · By: Silvian Secara / Converting a legendary cruiser into an agile cafe racer is no easy task; nonetheless, Interstellar Motors did one hell of a job, if you ask me

 
1986 BMW K100RS Heads to the Aftermarket Mall, Flexes Bespoke Goodness
1986 BMW K100RS Heads to the Aftermarket Mall, Flexes Bespoke Goodness

24 Feb 2021, 20:45 UTC · By: Silvian Secara / The ambitious craftsmen over at Spain’s Nitrocycles clearly know what they’re doing, so here’s another one-off machine to support that claim

 
Here’s a Reworked Honda CG125 Wearing Moto Guzzi and Ducati Components
Here’s a Reworked Honda CG125 Wearing Moto Guzzi and Ducati Components

24 Feb 2021, 19:30 UTC · By: Silvian Secara / The engine’s displacement was increased to 150cc, while a V50’s forks handle suspension duties as this thing rolls away on a Ducati Strada 250’s front wheel

 
Classic Ducati 900GTS Looks Fresh After Attending a Session of Custom Wizardry
Classic Ducati 900GTS Looks Fresh After Attending a Session of Custom Wizardry

24 Feb 2021, 18:09 UTC · By: Silvian Secara / Sure, this 1978 900GTS is sexy and all, but Nick Huber’s surgical interventions extend far beyond the cosmetic side of things

 
Deus Ex Machina’s “Saint” Is a Custom Kawasaki W800 With Scrambler Elements
Deus Ex Machina’s “Saint” Is a Custom Kawasaki W800 With Scrambler Elements

23 Feb 2021, 21:30 UTC · By: Silvian Secara / If you’re a fan of reworked two-wheelers, I’m prepared to bet that you’ve at least heard of this ambitious enterprise in the past

 
1982 Honda CB750 Nighthawk Drinks the Aftermarket Potion, “Marilyn” Is Born
1982 Honda CB750 Nighthawk Drinks the Aftermarket Potion, “Marilyn” Is Born

23 Feb 2021, 20:45 UTC · By: Silvian Secara / This reworked CB750 looks absolutely delicious after visiting Brogue Motorcycles’ premises for a comprehensive session of bespoke therapy

 
Honda NTV650 “Green Goblin” Looks Truly Surreal, Packs Custom Delight
Honda NTV650 “Green Goblin” Looks Truly Surreal, Packs Custom Delight

23 Feb 2021, 20:12 UTC · By: Silvian Secara / We can probably all agree that Honda’s NTV is one ugly bike; thankfully, Wido Veldkamp’s WiMoto came along to save the day

 
This 1978 Honda CB750K Was Diagnosed With the Aftermarket Bug
This 1978 Honda CB750K Was Diagnosed With the Aftermarket Bug

22 Feb 2021, 10:44 UTC · By: Silvian Secara / Forty-two years on the road is a long time, even for a competent machine like the CB750; thankfully, Scales Studio came along to freshen things up

 
This One-Off 1981 Suzuki GS550E Reminds Us of a Classic Ducati 900SS
This One-Off 1981 Suzuki GS550E Reminds Us of a Classic Ducati 900SS

19 Feb 2021, 15:45 UTC · By: Silvian Secara / When thinking about custom motorcycles, the Asian island of Borneo isn’t the first place that comes to mind, but that’s precisely where this beauty was born

 
Honda CB900 Crosses Over to the Aftermarket Side via Sydney-Based Workshop
Honda CB900 Crosses Over to the Aftermarket Side via Sydney-Based Workshop

19 Feb 2021, 14:51 UTC · By: Silvian Secara / It’s been four decades since this beauty rolled out of Honda’s factory, so Sp9ine’s extensive makeover is more than welcome

 
“Grey Flash” Is a Custom Love Affair Between XTR Pepo and a Suzuki GSF600 Bandit
“Grey Flash” Is a Custom Love Affair Between XTR Pepo and a Suzuki GSF600 Bandit

18 Feb 2021, 16:26 UTC · By: Silvian Secara / This handsome thing hosts an array of repurposed parts from Honda’s CBR600 and a 1992 GSX-R750, but that’ just the beginning

 
Suzuki GSX-R750 "Major Tom" From Icon 1000 Doesn’t Care What Purists Think
Suzuki GSX-R750 "Major Tom" From Icon 1000 Doesn’t Care What Purists Think

18 Feb 2021, 12:24 UTC · By: Silvian Secara / It’s almost impossible to pick just one favorite bike from Icon’s portfolio, but "Major Tom" is certainly in our top five

 
Classic BMW R100S Undergoes Custom Therapy, Receives Performance Upgrades
Classic BMW R100S Undergoes Custom Therapy, Receives Performance Upgrades

17 Feb 2021, 18:00 UTC · By: Silvian Secara / Bavaria’s MY1977 R100S looked truly staggering in stock form, but Meister Engineering’s reworked entity is downright drool-worthy

 
This Unique Suzuki GSX-R400 Is Masterfully Adorned With Full-Alloy Bodywork
This Unique Suzuki GSX-R400 Is Masterfully Adorned With Full-Alloy Bodywork

17 Feb 2021, 16:32 UTC · By: Silvian Secara / Normally, the custom bikes we feature are large-displacement monstrosities; today, we’re bucking the trend with this 398cc showstopper

 
"Tramontana" Is a Modified Yamaha XV750 Virago With Cafe Racer Genes
"Tramontana" Is a Modified Yamaha XV750 Virago With Cafe Racer Genes

16 Feb 2021, 21:15 UTC · By: Silvian Secara / The author behind this magnificent feat goes by the name of Spartak Makkevich, the gifted mastermind from Sparta Garage; let’s see what he’s been up to

 
Custom 1973 Kawasaki Z1 Looks Absolutely Bonkers, Wears Transparent Bodywork
Custom 1973 Kawasaki Z1 Looks Absolutely Bonkers, Wears Transparent Bodywork

16 Feb 2021, 20:09 UTC · By: Silvian Secara / Now, this isn’t something you’ll see every day: a mixture of clear resin and translucent fiber weave was used to fabricate those outlandish bespoke garments

 
BMW R65 "Valkyrie" Is Bespoke Motorcycle Artwork Done Right
BMW R65 "Valkyrie" Is Bespoke Motorcycle Artwork Done Right

16 Feb 2021, 19:43 UTC · By: Silvian Secara / Besides several aftermarket items, Cafe Racer Obsession’s showstopper houses repurposed parts from the likes of Honda, Suzuki, and Yamaha

 
1984 Kawasaki KZ400 Sees Revitalizing Custom Makeover, Looks as Fresh as Ever
1984 Kawasaki KZ400 Sees Revitalizing Custom Makeover, Looks as Fresh as Ever

16 Feb 2021, 19:26 UTC · By: Silvian Secara / Right, we all dig large-displacement bikes with plenty of oomph on tap, but a 398cc creature can still make for a spectacular one-off build

 
One-Off Yamaha XJR1300 Blends Repurposed Parts and Aftermarket Delight
One-Off Yamaha XJR1300 Blends Repurposed Parts and Aftermarket Delight

16 Feb 2021, 03:24 UTC · By: Silvian Secara / RB Racing’s visual modifications are guaranteed to impress, but performance enhancements are the name of the game here, if you ask me