Since the dawn of Grand Prix motorcycle racing, the 125 cc class has served as a proving ground for factories and riders alike, producing frenetic racing and memorable machines. The 250 cc Moto3 class replaced the classic 125 cc category twelve years ago, but Grand Prix racing’s ‘starter’ series continues to provide thrills—and glimpses of…
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Most customs look nothing like a factory bike, with radical styling and, let’s face it, often dubious legality. But occasionally we see a machine that could have rolled straight off a production line. This custom Sym Wolf looks it could have been a ‘retro’ made by a Japanese factory in the 1980s—with a similar vibe…
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Few bikes can claim the cult status of the iconic Honda Cub. The adorable underbone scooter has been in constant production since 1958, with over 100 million units made. And the design has been cloned countless times. This custom scooter from Taiwan contains Cub DNA, but you’d never guess—because it’s stretched to breaking point. It’s…
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The definition of a commuter bike varies from the East to the West. In Europe, a prime commuter would be something like a Royal Enfield 650. But in Asia, scooters and tiny singles rule the roost, and companies like SYM make a killing. This right here is an early 2000s-model SYM Wolf 150 Legend. As…
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Growing up, I had a special bond with my BMX. It was my ticket to autonomy, freedom, and independence, and my 20-inch…
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Commuter motorcycles don’t usually excel in the styling department, but they don’t need to either. As long as they’re cheap, sip fuel,…
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