There’s a lot of truth in the phrase “You make your own luck.” And that’s the subtext of the story behind this striking-looking Victory Octane, built by Samuel Guertin of Montréal-based Clockwork Motorcycles. Guertin’s star is on the rise, thanks to a stream of quality builds that capture the zeitgeist of the current custom scene.…
Read more »Ever customized your own bike? Then you’ll know that sometimes, even the simplest plans can get out of hand. The owner of this BMW R100 wanted to turn it into a classy cross-country tourer, just like the one James Crowe built. So he ordered the same subframe and luggage rack combo from James’ shop: Crowe Metal…
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There’s a vintage vibe to this week’s selection. Going under the grinder are a Honda CB750, a BMW K75, and an SR400 and XS750 from Yamaha. Plus a Czech-made Cezeta scooter with a hidden secret…
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The CB900 Custom is one of the strangest motorcycles Honda has ever made. It has shaft-drive, an enormous 62-inch wheelbase, and a ten-speed transmission. In stock form, it’s a humdrum cruiser. But you’d never guess from this stunning build by Clockwork Motorcycles.
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Murdered-out customs used to be all the rage. But lately, builders have been favoring more diverse color palettes. Which is a real…
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Samuel Guertin used to spend his days wrenching on choppers—the kind that fly. But after a decade working as a helicopter mechanic,…
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