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.…
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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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