Kaffeemaschine, a renowned custom motorcycle workshop, is known for producing Moto Guzzi cafe racers that are highly sought after in the custom motorcycle community due to their minimalist design and emphasis on performance and reliability. Their bikes have gained popularity across Germany, the USA, and beyond.
This particular build started with a stock Le Mans 3, a popular choice for cafe racer enthusiasts worldwide. The project was commissioned by William Connor, a Californian who desired a classic ’60s cafe racer look with some modern features, such as functioning brakes.
The team stripped the bike down to its bolts and rebuilt the engine with 1040ccm pistons and cylinders, a balanced crank, a lightened flywheel and clutch, dual spark heads, a sport cam and valves, electronic ignition, and new carburetors.
The frame was modified and fitted with the newly rebuilt engine, a custom exhaust, and a handmade WBO alloy fuel tank. The seat was also handcrafted from leather to complement the tank. To improve performance and safety, the front and rear brakes were upgraded with modern pumps, stainless steel lines, and a Kaffeemaschine rear torque support. The forks were also enhanced with new tubes and FAC dampers.
To add a modern touch to the retro design, the team replaced the original analog gauges with a new Motogadget digital gauge, which has become increasingly popular in the custom motorcycle community.
As with all Kaffeemaschine builds, the attention to detail is top-notch, leading some to suggest that Moto Guzzi should consider hiring Axel and his team to develop their new model line.
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