This has to be one of the most exciting custom built Ducati’s in the last couple of years (decades you say?!). Alex Earle is The Man behind this incredible project, and you can tell by the design language and the build process that the guy is a uber-talented automotive genius. If you still think you need the latest bike, well take a good look at this one because it was built on the base of ’94 Ducati Monster (not the best looking machine). From the 1:5 scale model to the CAD machinery and prototyping, this machine is a harbinger of things to come in the near future with 3d printers and fast-track part development. Continue reading →
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Jun 13
Arete Americana / Carbon Fiber Ducati 999
UPDATE: Bryan got in touch with us and clarified coupe of things.
Ducati 749/999 was never a pretty bike. It was an amazing piece of machinery that brought Ducati multiple Superbike Championship, but never got so popular as the 916/996/998 that replaced. It had that special thing about it that many Ducatisti liked but many more hated. Arete Americana (Bryan Petersen) / NJ / USA rolled up their sleeves, got in touch with Radical Ducati from Spain and created one of the most beautiful custom sport bikes in the world, if not the most beautiful custom Carbon Ducati 999. Continue reading →
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Jun 13
Honda CM400 by Junior Burrell
There is usually two types of custom motorcycle builds: the ones for the customers, build with money in mind and the ones for creators themselves, build with soul and emotions. This little custom Honda CM400 is one of those soul builds, executed by the skilled hands of Junior Burrell/Retro Moto. It showcases his level of fabrication and attention to details, managing to cross that fine line between a motorcycle and an art form. Continue reading →
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Jun 13
Colour Blinder Helmet by Death Spray Customs
Hovering somewhere between an art form and a motorcycle necessity, Death Spray Customs is producing some of the most beautiful and thought provoking moto/art pieces in the world. We featured their Paranoia Ducati SSS (and we’re still drooling as we look at the pictures), but now it’s time to show off their genius Colour Blind Helmet. We believe that further explanations aren’t necessary but just to be on a safe side – colour blinded people see red and green as grey. Continue reading →
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Jun 13
Keanu Reeves’ Motorcycle is coming soon
If you didn’t know by now, Keanu Reeves is a big motorcycle fan. So big that he actually started his own company together with his partner Gard Hollinger of L.A. County Choprods. The name? Arch Motorcycles. The new company will build motorcycles based on the KR GT-1 prototype pictured above, with production set to begin in 2013. Continue reading →
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Jun 13
Ruby X / Corpses From Hell / So far so good
That’s so mega!
Ruby Castel helmet gets the CFH treatment (after a thrash in the Peaks with Rusty Nail Racing). Scroll down for more images and an awesome video! Continue reading →
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Jun 13
DP Customs Motorcycle Design Challenge
Here are Some cool designs from the DP Customs Motorcycle Design Challenge. Check out the mini gallery below, but if you happen to have a lot of time, view the massive gallery here. Continue reading →
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Jun 13
BMW Motorrad celebrates 90 years with the Concept Ninety
90 years of BMW Motorrad, 90 years of two-wheeled history – very few motorcycle manufacturers can boast such a longstanding and successful heritage as BMW. The BMW R 90 S likewise has cause to celebrate: the BMW Motorrad design icon turns 40 this year. As a tribute to both these anniversaries, BMW presented a very special model at the Concorso d’Eleganza Villa d’Este 2013: the BMW Concept Ninety. In partnership with the custom bike company Roland Sands Design, the BMW Motorrad design team has come up with an exclusive homage to the BMW R 90 S. Former motorcycle racer Roland Sands and his team are among the most in-demand partners in the custom bike scene. Their design standards and the technical finesse with which they implement their high-class custom and performance parts endow the BMW Concept Ninety with an exclusive and self-assured presence. This cooperative venture elevates both Roland Sands Design and BMW Motorrad Design to a new level. Continue reading →
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May 13
Custom / Honda CB550 / Seaweed & Gravel
Built between 1974 and 1978 – preceded by the CB500 and succeeded by the CB650 – Honda’s CB550 has its own dedicated following, maybe not as big as the iconic CB750, but still. We’ve seen some neat stuff coming out from custom builders as well as DIY dudes, most of them sticking to traditional styles like cafe racer, brat-style and trackers. Continue reading →
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May 13
Photo of the Day / via Tank Moto
via www.tankmoto.com
Awesome ride, we think! Anyone know what this is? Let us know in the comments below.
