2023-09-27 17:01
The iconic BMW boxer engine has been around a little longer than some folks realize: a hundred years, to be exact. It powered the very first BMW motorcycle, which broke cover in 1923.
That w… Read More
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2023-09-26 18:57
The Ducati Monster is widely credited with saving the Italian marque in the 90s. Part of its success lies in its minimalist brawler aesthetic—and part of it lies in the fact that Ducat… Read More
2023-09-25 18:01
The Glemseck 101 is the European event for anyone who loves fast, impractical, and highly imaginative machines. Those who partake in it do so with cult-like levels of obsession—returni… Read More
2023-09-24 17:01
Some like their custom motorcycles classy and restrained, others like them loud and edgy. Whatever your preference, we’ve got you covered. A flamingo pink custom Ducati XDiavel leads t… Read More
2023-09-22 16:59
The Moto Guzzi V7 platform is well-known to us here at Bike EXIF. Since its re-release in 2008, the practical modern classic has graced the garages of multiple Bike EXIF writers, including o… Read More
2023-09-21 19:08
Only available in Japan and limited to just 1,600 units, the mid-80s Yamaha RZV500R is as rare as it is iconic. Based on the RZ500, the Japanese-market RZV500R sported a handful of upgrades… Read More
2023-09-20 17:01
Few motorcycles possess the on-road presence of the formidable BMW R 18. It’s a cruiser designed for purists, featuring discreet, no-frills technology and the most extensive displaceme… Read More
2023-09-19 18:21
There’s no denying the performance advantage of liquid cooling, but if you’re of the opinion that air-cooled machines are obsolete, we say not so fast. The fact is that there are… Read More
2023-09-19 17:01
Very few people would pick a mid-90s BMW F650 Funduro as a donor for a flat track-style custom build, but Georg Godde reckons the idea has merit. He runs the BMW specialist workshop Cafemoto… Read More
2023-09-18 17:01
The reliability of Honda motorcycles is legendary. When this 1972 Honda XL 250 arrived at Mule Motorcycles, Richard Pollock had a long list of performance upgrades and cosmetic changes to wo… Read More
2023-09-17 17:55
The Honda Motocompo is back, electric, and cuter than ever. In other news, Deus Milan has just built a Ron Wood Rotax framer, the Classic GP Assen yielded an immaculate Cagiva C588, and our… Read More
2023-09-15 17:01
There was a time when David Gonzalez was blowing up our servers on a regular basis. But it’s been five years since we’ve heard from the enigmatic Spanish custom bike builder behi… Read More
2023-09-14 18:01
The coronavirus pandemic continues to shrink into our rear-view mirrors, but its ripples are still being felt in some ways. We continue to hear reports of how the global lockdown either put… Read More
2023-09-13 17:59
Wanderlust and contentment seldom go hand-in-hand, but somehow Yve Assad manages to exude both qualities in ample measure. She wears the mantle of new mother with a reserved joy that speaks… Read More
2023-09-12 18:58
Honda has a long-standing tradition of building middleweight bikes that are highly capable but visually dull. The mid-2000s Honda CB600F Hornet is a prime example. It makes just under 100 hp… Read More
2023-09-10 17:01
These four motorcycles prove that performance comes in all shapes and sizes. There’s a rare 1997 Ducati 916 SPS for sale in New York, a 1970s Kawasaki KZ1000 restomod from the legendar… Read More
2023-09-09 18:04
I have a confession to make. Even though I have a closet full of motorcycle riding gear, I do sometimes skimp. And the one item I skimp on most often is shoes.
The importance of proper motor… Read More
2023-09-08 17:01
If you suffer from the misconception that Germans don’t know how to have fun, you’ve clearly never experienced the German sprint racing scene. Events like the popular Glemseck 10… Read More
2023-09-07 20:21
Here’s some news that everyone saw coming—BMW Motorrad has finally bumped up the capacity of their popular middleweight adventure bike. The 2024 BMW F900GS predictably borrows th… Read More
2023-09-07 16:53
First released in 1970, the Honda CB100 was only available in the US for three years—but it enjoyed a 15-year tenure in Asian markets. It was particularly popular in Indonesia, where i… Read More
2023-09-06 12:48
Christopher Myott can’t quite recall when exactly he decided to turn art into a career—or if he even made the decision consciously. As far as he was concerned, being an artist wa… Read More
2023-09-05 19:11
The BMW R nineT is one of the most charming factory motorcycles you can buy, and much of that charm comes from its storied family history. It’s descended from a long line of iconic box… Read More
2023-09-03 17:01
If you suffer from lower back problems, look away now, because all of this week’s Speed Read selects wear clip-on handlebars. We’ve got a Krauser BMW R100 café racer from… Read More
2023-09-02 17:00
The bicycle is the first freedom machine most of us experienced, but you never look at life the same after your first motorcycle. Whether it was an XR50, a YZ80 or the classic Trail 70, we… Read More
2023-09-01 17:01
Despite the shop’s name, there’s nothing scrappy about the custom bikes that roll out of Portugal’s Rusty Wrench Motorcycles. This slammed Honda CB750 illustrates our point… Read More
2023-08-31 19:02
The brutal minimalism of land-speed bikes is downright magnetic. So it doesn’t surprise us that that’s where Corban Gallagher found inspiration for his latest custom build. Corre… Read More
2023-08-30 18:23
Most modern motorcycle helmet graphics are grim—which is why I almost always gravitate towards solid helmet colors. But when I heard that my favorite helmet designer, Hello Cousteau, h… Read More
2023-08-28 17:01
Toshiyuki ‘Cheetah’ Osawa has had a busy year. Hot on the heels of a collaboration with Indian Motorcycle and Sideburn Magazine that debuted at the Bike Shed Show, he already had… Read More
2023-08-27 17:01
There’s something for everyone in this week’s edition of Speed Read. We’ve got a Yamaha Banshee-powered street tracker from the UK, an ISDT-inspired BMW R100GS from Italy… Read More
2023-08-25 17:32
You don’t collect trophies from the illustrious Yokohama Hot Rod Custom Show without being a master of your craft. But the full extent of Kengo Kimura’s talent goes far beyond ju… Read More
2023-08-24 17:01
By Chris Kelland’s admission, he and his partner Elijah Reese will “build bikes for anyone that wants to throw bundles of cash at us.” But that doesn’t mean they&rsqu&hell…Read More
2023-08-23 16:55
Every one of Matias Corea’s endeavors bears the same hallmark. When it comes to brands, physical spaces, or the motorcycles that he builds as Myth Motor, he knows when something isn&rs&hell…Read More
2023-08-22 20:01
Renewing its commitment to big thrills in the small cc market, KTM has just announced its completely reworked single-cylinder Duke models for 2024. Boasting revamped LC4c powerplants, a new… Read More
2023-08-22 17:01
My gateway into motorcycling was a 50 cc moped that could barely manage 25 mph. But for the next generation, it’s more likely to be small electric bikes that blur the lines between bic… Read More
2023-08-20 17:01
Two Honda scooters go head-to-head this week. One is a souped-up and stretched custom Honda Ruckus from Australia, the other is an electrified Honda Super Cub from Canada. We’ve also r… Read More
2023-08-19 17:01
From the moment that 2LOUD Custom burst onto the scene, we knew they’d be a custom shop to watch. Based in Taipei, the dream team of Ma ‘Max’ Yicheng and Lu Yongyu has the… Read More
2023-08-18 18:20
Muscular, with a little 80s style; that was the brief given to Spain’s 72 HKG Performance by the owners of this custom BMW K75. The bike originally belonged to their father, but it had… Read More
2023-08-17 17:46
Moritz Bree is only 19 years old, but he’s already made a dent in the custom scene. He first blipped on our radar seven years ago, when, at age 12, he built a custom bike with Dirk Oeh… Read More
2023-08-15 17:01
The Yamaha SR500 is enjoying a resurgence in popularity right now, but we’re not surprised. Few motorcycles can match the SR’s enduring appeal; its timeless design, buzzy motor… Read More
2023-08-14 17:01
There are plenty of reasons why certain motorcycle manufacturers don’t give North Americans the full catalog, and none of those reasons are particularly exciting. The cruiser market is… Read More
2023-08-13 17:01
Two Yamaha singles book-end our selection this week. We kick off with a sharp custom Yamaha XT600 street tracker, then profile a BMW R100RT café racer and a gorgeous 1952 Vincent Come… Read More
2023-08-12 17:01
Run by the enigmatic Mr. Eak, Thailand’s K-Speed is one of the most prolific custom shops that we’ve ever had the pleasure of featuring. They build bikes at a blistering pace, of… Read More
2023-08-11 17:01
Designing a movie-themed motorcycle is risky business. They usually turn out gaudy and gimmicky, with little appeal beyond the mere novelty of the idea. But this custom BMW R18 from Portugal… Read More
2023-08-10 17:34
An old Yamaha Virago doesn’t quite have the same appeal as an old Harley, but there was a time when the Virago and its ilk had The Motor Co. worried. Back in the mid-80s, the influx of… Read More
2023-08-09 17:01
The proliferation of bolt-on kits for bikes like the BMW R nineT has made it easier than ever for riders to individualize their motorcycles. But it’s been a boon for custom builders to… Read More
2023-08-08 17:57
The best adventure bike is the one you already have. That’s the theory behind this rugged custom Honda CX500 from BJ English at Brick House Builds in Missouri. Equipped with knobbly ti… Read More
2023-08-06 17:01
This week’s list starts with the first custom Honda Gyro X we’ve ever featured, courtesy of Deus ex Machina’s Japanese outpost. We then feature a Harley Evo chopper by CW Z… Read More
2023-08-05 17:00
While they don’t always give motorcycles their fair share of the limelight, the big auto auctions certainly have a knack for bringing out some heavy hitters. Held August 17-19, Mecum… Read More
2023-08-04 17:09
As soon as a particular motorcycle becomes popular among customizers, it becomes harder and harder to find clean examples of it. The Yamaha SR500 has been a darling of the custom scene since… Read More
2023-08-03 17:01
Many motorcyclists don’t prioritize protective riding pants nearly as much as they should. It’s not uncommon to see riders kitted out in high-end helmets and leather jackets, but… Read More
2023-08-02 22:08
Choosing the most thrilling motorcycles of 2023 by genre is certainly a matter of opinion, so, let’s stir this pot, shall we? Completely at random, we decided to take a look at superbi… Read More
2023-08-02 20:06
The problem with exceptionally tidy café racers is that they often belie the amount of work that’s gone into them. Just look at this Kawasaki Z650 café racer from the UK… Read More
2023-08-01 17:01
Sacrificing a little comfort for style is not unheard of in the custom scene. But what happens when your goal is to throw comfort out the window altogether? This svelte Ducati Monster 620 fr… Read More
2023-07-31 17:00
Mikuni round-slide carburetors are some of the most common and reliable carburetors found on classic motorcycles and powersports equipment, and rebuilding one is definitely a gearhead right… Read More
2023-07-30 17:56
Remember the adorable Honda Motocompo? One industrial designer wants to bring it back, so he’s rendered a modern Honda Motocompo concept that uses the Monkey as a base. We’ve als… Read More
2023-07-28 17:01
If you have an old motorcycle stashed in your garage, backyard or basement, waiting for its turn on the workbench, you’re not alone. Old bikes can spark joy—but they can also tak… Read More
2023-07-27 16:58
Tucked away in Upper Bavaria a stone’s throw away from the Austrian border, the town of Burghausen is notable for two things. It’s home to the world’s longest castle, and i… Read More
2023-07-25 19:13
Boasting track-caliber suspension, powerhouse thumper engines and just enough equipment for street legality, today’s 350 to 500 cc dual-sport motorcycles are truly a hooligan’s… Read More
2023-07-24 17:12
Rumors of a new Yamaha R9 have been percolating for a while, but there’s been no official word from the Japanese marque… yet. The theory is that Yamaha is planning to transplant… Read More
2023-07-23 17:01
Two very different Yamahas dominate this weekend’s edition of Speed Read. We take a closer look at the new Yamaha XSR900 DB40 Prototype, and we profile a slick Yamaha XS650 street trac… Read More
2023-07-21 18:39
In Taiwan, 150 cc motorcycles like the locally-produced Kymco KTR 150 sell like hotcakes. They’re nimble, utilitarian and economical, and small enough to qualify for cheaper licen… Read More
2023-07-20 17:01
Walt Siegl’s work has graced the pages of Bike EXIF since the publication’s early days. Based in New Hampshire, USA, the Austrian-born designer and custom motorcycle builder spec… Read More
2023-07-19 17:01
There was a time when we couldn’t open our inbox without seeing another custom Honda CB750. Honda’s revered four-cylinder UJM was one of the original darlings of the new-wave cus… Read More
2023-07-18 17:19
Paul Führmann’s mission in life is to build custom motorcycles that “seamlessly blend artistry and engineering.” That’s not only a noble goal, but it’s als… Read More
2023-07-16 17:01
From Jakarta to Bavaria, great custom motorcycles know no borders. Our weekly round-up includes a Yamaha XS650 chopper, a custom BMW R80RT, and a modern Suzuki GSX-R1000 with retro looks. We… Read More
2023-07-14 17:01
Thunderous American V-twins and sportbike handling don’t usually go hand-in-hand, but that hasn’t stopped people from trying over the years. Andrew Marsden from Bristol, England… Read More
2023-07-13 17:01
There are few better ways to get away from it all than on two wheels, but the prospect of getting started with your first motorcycle can be a daunting one. Sales staff and private–part… Read More
2023-07-12 17:46
If you’ve never heard a six-cylinder motorcycle at full tilt, you’re missing out. It’s nothing short of a mechanical symphony—or, if you’re Portuguese, a &lsquo&hell…Read More
2023-07-11 19:20
This futuristic-looking Yamaha MT-10 SP was assembled over almost eight hours and some 1,497 customized individual components by master Danish crafter L. Ego. While the first impression may… Read More
2023-07-11 17:46
The Ducati SportClassic range is universally adored, but some SportClassic models get more love than others. The limited edition, Öhlins-equipped Paul Smart is the pick of the bunch&mda&hell…Read More
2023-07-10 17:39
As custom BMW boxers go, the BMW R100R doesn’t get nearly as much love as its older siblings—but it should. BMW released it in the early 90s as a road-focused version of the popu… Read More
2023-07-09 17:01
A burly custom Laverda 1000 Jota leads our selection this week, with a rare collection of vintage British and European bikes sitting at the opposite end of the list. Wedged between them is a… Read More
2023-07-08 17:00
The adventure bike spectrum is expanding far and wide, with more brands jumping into the fray, and powerplants ranging from 300 to 1,300 cc. If you’re in the market, you’re proba… Read More
2023-07-08 10:53
Whenever Dirk Oehlerking builds another custom BMW boxer, it feels like his signature art deco style has reached its zenith. But then the next project rolls into the Kingston Custom workshop… Read More
2023-07-07 20:34
We’re firm believers that electric drivetrains work best for smaller motorcycles that blur the lines between bikes and scooters. One look at the hip new BMW CE 02, and it’s cryst… Read More
2023-07-06 17:01
Many motorcyclists want gear that doesn’t look like motorcycle gear—but that usually means buying something with a vintage vibe to it. What if you like techwear, and you simply w… Read More
2023-07-05 17:28
Would you believe that the BMW R nineT has already been on the market for a staggering nine years? In that time, it’s also become a darling of the custom scene—so there’s n… Read More
2023-07-04 17:38
Using a commuter bike as a platform for customization is hardly a new idea. But we’re still impressed whenever a custom builder manages to turn a humble runabout into a bodacious custo… Read More
2023-07-02 17:01
This edition of Speed Read is our sportiest one yet, jam-packed with custom superbikes. First, we profile a Ducati ST3 sport tourer-turned-café racer from France. Then we run through… Read More
2023-07-01 15:06
Competitive off-road racing is hard on equipment and harder on your body—a young man’s sport at the end of the day. But what happens to the heroes of years passed when their joi… Read More
2023-06-29 16:00
Sometimes we throw a leg over the saddle to get away from it all, but there are plenty of times when it’s handy to have your cell phone within reach while riding. While you shouldn&rs&helli…Read More
2023-06-28 17:29
It’s been three years since the BMW R18 hit the scene, and the massive boxer cruiser still hasn’t quite found its feet. It comes in five different variants, but we’re hones… Read More
2023-06-27 21:21
After much anticipation, Triumph’s worst-kept secret is out. Here’s a look at the all-new Triumph 400 range, including the Triumph Scrambler 400 X and Speed 400, both slated for… Read More
2023-06-27 17:18
It’s impossible to talk about vintage off-road motorcycles without mentioning the legendary Husqvarna Cross. Released in the 1960s, it was one of the bikes at the forefront of the tran… Read More
2023-06-26 17:01
There are more ways to customize a motorcycle these days than ever before. You can take the traditional route and hammer your parts out of metal, or you can turn to modern manufacturing meth… Read More
2023-06-25 17:01
Pavel Malanik doesn’t customize motorcycles—he builds them from scratch. We kick things off this week with his latest creation, a vintage bike with a handmade J.A.P. 4.4 liter V8… Read More
2023-06-23 17:01
Many of the top dollar customs that grace these pages are built for one reason; to impress. But we’re just as enamored with motorcycles that look like they get ridden every day, with a… Read More
2023-06-22 17:01
Robert Sabel’s name is synonymous with ultra-clean BMW boxer restomods. His projects turn out so tidy, that it’s almost ironic that his California-based shop is called Roughchild… Read More
2023-06-21 19:30
Some bikes just build easier than others. Honda CBs, Yamaha XS650s and Harley Sportsters are a few that come to mind, and you’ll find tons of parts and inspiration for these platforms… Read More
2023-06-21 16:18
Flicking through photos of the recent Bike Shed custom motorcycle show, one bike in particular caught our eye; the PiperMoto J Series. On the outside, it looks like a scooter, albeit a rathe… Read More
2023-06-20 17:27
It takes a lot of faith to hand your custom motorcycle project over to someone else—and then give them free rein over it. But if you find the right person to work with, the results can… Read More
2023-06-18 17:01
This week’s edition of Speed Read is a pick ‘n’ mix of interesting machines from all over. We start with a Yamaha MT-25 from Indonesia, then look at Australia’s faste… Read More
2023-06-17 17:01
Although we usually fawn over custom motorcycles here at Bike EXIF, you can also find us glued to our screens during the MotoGP season. We love racing, and, by extension, racing motorcycles… Read More
2023-06-16 17:16
At this point in his career, Rough Crafts designer Winston Yeh is almost cheating. He has such an extensive catalog of top-tier builds, that he can pick and choose the best features of each… Read More
2023-06-15 17:01
David Anderson is the raddest custom motorcycle builder that you’ve never heard of. He has zero online presence, and the only two bikes we’ve seen from him were built 12 years ap… Read More
2023-06-14 21:15
Warning: Pot-stirring chopper inbound, avert your eyes now.
If I asked you to name a chopper film, 99% of those polled would respond with Easy Rider—a fitting response for the genre-d… Read More
2023-06-14 17:01
Despite their growing rarity and cost, the allure of owning, wrenching and riding a vintage machine is strong. Older bikes have a certain je ne sais quoi—the vibration, the thunderous… Read More
2023-06-13 17:02
Modern adventure bikes like the Yamaha Ténéré 700 seldom get customized. It’s partly because they’re purpose-built machines, designed to go anywhere—an… Read More
2023-06-11 19:34
Watching thousands of people flood into London’s Tobacco Docks for the Bike Shed Show, it’s amazing to see what can grow from a mere love and admiration for custom motorcycles. T… Read More
2023-06-10 17:00
It’s not everyday that you can bid on museum-caliber bikes, and Mecum’s upcoming auction at the National Motorcycle Museum in Anamosa, Iowa, is full of heavy hitters. The collec… Read More
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