Custom Motorcycles Archives

Good things take time: A Trackmaster from NYC Norton

There are a few builders we watch like a hawk, because everything they touch turns to gold. One of them is NYC…

The first generation Ducati Multistrada is one of the under-appreciated gems of the custom world. It’s got a well-earned reputation as a…

There’s a lot to be said for a good old-fashioned muscle bike. And in the 1980s, the Kawasaki GPZ900R was the benchmark.…

There’s something to be said for using the right tool for the job. But there’s an almost defiant joy to choosing a…

Sometimes, a strange sequence of events sparks a lasting friendship. In this story, a sketchy eBay purchase and a work commission led…

The word ‘iconic’ gets thrown around a lot, but only a handful motorcycles truly deserve the title. We doubt that anyone would…

The world’s most prestigious motorcycle calendar is back. The 2021 edition of the famous Bike EXIF wall calendar showcases 13 incredible new…

The alt-moto scene is full of enthusiasts that have a measure of good taste, but don’t have the means to build or…

Electric motorcycles are a paradigm shift on so many levels, but any worries that they might kill the custom scene are unfounded.…

Classic Triumph bobbers tend to be commissioned by riders with many years and miles under their belts. After all, it usually takes…

Like most Japanese marques, Yamaha have some truly lovely UJMs scattered throughout their back catalog. Today, we’re taking a look at two…

Time is the enemy if you’re a one-man-band working in the custom scene. Builds can drag on and on, especially if you’re…

Communal motorcycle workshops have popped up everywhere over the last few years. They’re well-equipped spaces where people pay to use the tools…

We love subtle, understated style on custom bikes. But we also have a sneaking regard for machines that are aggressive and in…

The danger with commissioning a custom motorcycle is that you end up with something so unique, or expensive, that it’s not viable…