Throughout the process of building we mostly envision our bikes as mean and fast ”brat style” or ”bobber” rides with...
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Geoff launched Return of the Cafe Racers in 2006 as a place to document his very first cafe racer build. He has also worked as the editor of the independent custom motorcycle magazine Tank Moto, contributed to other online publication like BikeExif and co-hosted several Australian automotive events. Geoff also regularly visits custom bike events around the world as a special guest or media partner.
Allow me to introduce myself, my name is Rob Chappell of ‘Origin8or Cycles’ in Ontario Canada. I work a 9-5...
Ireful Motorcycles born from the desire to create, the desire to reinvent and give a soul and a heart to...
Our passion for motorcycles led us to found Macco Motors at the end of 2011, a place to make our...
I’m always amazed by the modesty of some of the builders whose incredible bikes grace these pages. A couple of...
We’re a do it yourself community motorcycle garage in Los Angeles. From learning how to change your own oil, to...
The Stylmartin Ace Boot features a classic plain toe design with a 7 hole combat boot style upper. The tan...
Lucca Customs is a brand of helmets and motorcycle customization. Also See: More from this Builder / All Builders...
Lowbrow was started in 2004, a physical manifestation of chopper fever and passion for all things motorcycle. We are the...
We are dedicated motorcycle guys we ride, we build, and we only post our own builds and good times. Cafe racer...
Lions Den Motorcycles is a culmination of all the years I have loved everything to do with motorbikes and my...
Through a special collaboration with custom builder, ‘Mr Martini’ Kawasaki motorcycles Italy have released a limited edition Vulcan S. Only...
Specializing in ONLY pre 1983 (with exceptions) Japanese and British vintage motorcycles. That’s all we do as we believe that shops should stick to...
The Icon 1000 Prep gloves are constructed using tough as nails, abrasion resistant Kangaroo leather. The natural heat retention properties...
Located in the Royal district of Lille, Legend Motors is a motorcycle shop specializing in the sale of the most...
It may not be identical to its Italian brother, but the second “Twisted Twin” from Stile Italiano is just as...
To become a well respected brand in custom motorcycle world by designing and crafting unique, high quality products and refining...
LC Fabrications was born in the corner of a machine shop in the hills of Virginia, where the history and...
Launched in 1999 Italian workshop ‘Stile Italiano’ specialise in the sale of high-end classic, collectable and exotic motorcycles, but behind the...
La Busca Motorcycles was born from a passion for motorcycles, travel, engineering and culture. Based in the Yorkshire Dales...
After its release in 1999 the Moto Guzzi V11 received pretty average reviews. It was let down mainly due to...
Living in Malaysia and working as a colourist on projects like Hasbro’s animated Transformers series, Hafidz is an accomplished fine...
Here at MotoRelic I can give you back those feeling and freedom! If you are looking for a reliable, inexpensive...
Motorè is a project created by the passion of Alessandro Bongiovanni and Mauro Relli, two friends united by the desire...
motor piu’ garage realizes your cafe ‘racer or vintage bike Also See: More from this Builder / All Builders...
First a bit about the stock Scout. Stylistically it has the look of a vintage bike. Indian wanted to pay...
Our philosophy is fairly simple : Design is above all. Second to that we use modern technology to produce affordable...
The vintage inspired Rayburn riding boots are styled after a classic work boot cut. Outer construction consists of a 1.6mm...
After building his own bobber and plenty of customer bikes, James decided it was time to set himself a new...
“I’m a carpenter by trade and have always worked with my hands. I started riding a motorbike in March 2014...
In layman’s terms, UHMWPE is an ultra tough, abrasion resistant material that can be woven into other materials to...
I’ve had a rather unhealthy obsession with Honda’s CR750 for as long as I can recall. I think it stems...
Inspired by the design of the iconic ‘Perfecto’ leather jacket, the RSD Clash features a double breasted, lancer style...
I prefer to treat motorcycles as an artistic medium and means of self expression. I find satisfaction in drastically transforming...
GS MASHIN is at the crossroads of solid craftsmanship and surprisingly new design. My venue is a small garage in...
The Digimoto project was a collaboration between industrial designer Christian Zanzotti, product development agency Greydev and BMW aftermarket experts Wunderlich....
Moto Strada Bespoke Motorcycles is one of the UK’s most unique showrooms specialising in Collectable, Investment and Custom Moto Guzzi...
Addicted to bikes and cafe racer culture, we create exclusive bikes, matching the classic style of cafe racers of the...
First the Bell Moto 3 backstory… American racecar driver Roy Richter was obsessed with speed. After seeing firsthand how poor...
We choose the means that have shaped the history of the motorcycle, in order to create symbols of freedom.We work...
As gaudy as the eighties were they certainly produced some cool motorcycles. Sharp angular styling, bold colour schemes and groundbreaking...
We are Hookie Co. A collective of esthetes, enthusiasts and crafter, who love motorcycles to the core. We are alive,...
At Moto Adonis we are specialized in designing and building motorcycles, completely customized to your desire! Besides the design, it...
Harley-Davidson Lugano welcomes you to a world of passion, where history and legend have been walking together for over a...
For this review, I’m going to break things down into first impressions and ride impressions because there’s nothing worse than...
MONNOM’s focus is on creating classic, well proportioned cafe racers with some modern performance upgrades and full attention to aesthetic use...
After a complete tear down the XJR’s subframe was trimmed to tighten the bike’s proportions. In place of the original...
Our mission is to build unique and stylish motorbikes fulfilled with dreams and passion without any compromises. The Mokka slogan...
Is it possible to improve on perfection? After spending some time in the saddle of a Thruxton R you could...
“It’s given me an appreciation for doing things more gracefully. It keeps me learning and keeps me coming back,” says...
Construction of bodywork for prototype or special motor vehicles, design, execution, consulting Also See: Featured Build / More from this...
This Benelli 250 replica is as close to the companies original 1968 racebike as they come. The bike was pieced together...
REV’IT! has continued to еxраnd their Urban Lіnе of motorcycle jackets with the addition of the Stealth Hoody. Designed to...
From dream to reality. It started as a hobby but pretty soon it got out of control. Passion for custom...
We’ve seen it done before and I’m sure we’ll see it again. A Ducati Scrambler converted into a Cafe Racer....
Custom-atelier. Design and construction of exclusive motorcycles. Tuning and customization. Also See: Featured Build / More from this Builder / All...
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Woven using a double layer blend of 220gsm Merino wool and abrasion resistant Kevlar the Saint Gauntlets offer protection against...
Design workshop, specialized in motorcycle preparation, all brands, old and new. OSE, is a team of enthusiasts, pooling their know-how...
The majority of the weight dropped from the Saline R9T can be attributed to the use of aluminium. Saline’s new tail,...
We love bikes, we love the custom scene, and we love getting stuck into ripping something apart and putting it...
With our years of experience in not only the maintenance and repair of your vehicle, we are also perfect to...
Old Empire Motorcycles specialise in the design and creation of handmade custom motorcycles, parts & attire. Our founding is based upon the desire...
Austria’s NCT Motorcycles are this week’s ‘talk of the town’ with 3 of their awesome builds appearing on custom motorcycle...
The Nexx Speedking incorporates all the same design features you’ll find across their entire X.G100 series. The outer X-MATRIX design...
Rob Chappell of Canada’s ‘Origin8or’ workshop is no stranger to customising Honda’s CB900F. A few years back he built one...
Just like your favourite pair of indigo blue jeans each denim panel on the Veloce jacket has been sewn together...
Motorcycle building since 1993. Not just a workshop, but a place of creativity, design, but above all motorcycling. We build...
Motorcycle building since 1993. Not just a workshop, but a place of creativity, design, but above all motorcycling. We build...
Dual Sport motorcycles have very different proportions to your average cafe racer, so Isidore set about salvaging and retro-fitting the...
A boutique for enthusiasts that does not sell only motorcycles. The factory. Based on the passion of Luca Pozzato, son of art...
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HUCKBERRY ESSENTIAL EDC KIT The ultimate keyring accessory. This handy little set of tools includes basic items to help you fix...
“I wanted to create an aggressive cafe racer with a design that separates it from the usual and a line...
United, MOTOISM forms the one fresh brand that moves. We aim to provide high quality products that are unique in...
Whether you’re looking for a Commando restoration, a one-of-a-kind special street bike, a world-class race-bike blueprinted from the crank up,...
“We’re not so naive as to believe that we’re inventing a category here, but we do think we’re jumping pretty...
No.8 Wire Motorcycles is a one of a kind motorcycle and fabrication shop just outside of Philipsburg, Montana. No. 8...
“A gentleman from Missouri contacted me through my H Garage website inquiring about a build using either a newer model...
Mechanics, restoration, customization of Motorcycles. Also See: More from this Builder / All Builders...
Launched by a former founder of Ateliers-Ruby, Jean-EtiennePrach, Veldt has set up operations at the mecca of motorcycle racing, the Isle of...
Unlike other style-focused gloves on the market, the Abel Brown/Speed Merchant Collab Gloves offer a degree of protection that satisfies...
I build electric mostly because I want to make unique bikes that are fun to ride. But we need to...
For many years motogadget is synonymous with high quality instruments and innovative accessories for the motor bike market. Our product’s...
In Osaka, Japan 28-year-old cafe racer enthusiast Yuya Ueda has been riding his SR400 for 8 years and it’s lead...
We not only restore, we are open for everything. But please with style and a motorcycle that pleases not only you,...
Have you ever wanted to swap out the tired old telescopic forks on your retro ride for a pair of...
“The bike is a 1997 400cc Suzuki Inazuma imported from Japan, perhaps unique in Italy!” says Cosimo. “I bought it...
Mule Motorcycles distributes parts to customize your Triumph Bonneville or HD Sportster (97-2002) to make it a formidable Street Tracker...
In the world of motorcycle helmets original Moto 3s had reached cult status. Despite brittle outer shells and decaying...
As anyone starting up a new company should do the pair decided to launch their brand with a bang. So,...
MRS Oficina is a customisation workshop that only makes exclusives motorcycles. Fully handcrafted, each part is individually conceived and crafted by...
Mr Martini is a brand made out of sheer passion, dedication, research and unique creativity. Mr Martini lab sums up...
“Yamaha and Abarth have created the XSR900 Abarth – a lightweight high-performance retro special whose authentic café racer design reflects...
Made from top grain “Matte Buffalo” leather the Carson jacket is available in both black and tobacco finishes. Design features...
Motorieep, Bike builder, constructeur de motos, Cafe Racers, Scramblers, Flat Trackers, Street Trackers, Brat-style Customs Also See: More from this...
