Custom Bikes Of The Week

A Mike Hailwood Ducati Scrambler tribute, the winner of Indian’s Project Scout system, and a killer Yamaha RD350 from Twinline Motorcycles. Meet the machines that got our motors operating this week.

Harley Shovelhead by Customs From Jamesville Typically, old Milwaukee iron comes to us either chopped to inside a degree of collapse or bobbed strictly for boulevard cruising. There’s nothing wrong with either style—but it’s not our general cuppa. This 1974 FX Shovelhead, on the other hand, is appropriate up our alley.

Hailing from Copenhagen, Denmark, James Roper-Caldbeck specializes in the restoration and customization of Harleys built in between the Fantastic Depression and that time we discovered that ‘greed is excellent.’ It isn’t the very first time he’s popped up on our radar and undoubtedly won’t be the final.

Operating with the kick-commence-only base FX, James has done some exquisite work on modifying the Shovel’s subframe to match his custom, tapered tailpiece. The bellypan and front cowl give the bike a racer’s stance, while upgrades to the brakes and suspension increase the dynamics. If you had been lucky adequate to attend the Swedish version of the Mooneyes bike show, you’d have noticed this beast in person—and the award Jamesville took property. [Far more]

Mike Hailwood Ducati Scrambler Thailand probably isn’t the very first spot you’d consider of to honor Ducati’s racing heroes of yesteryear. And but, Ducati Thailand’s owner, Apichat Leenutaphong, is carrying out just that—quietly cementing relationships and creating ‘factory custom’ homages.

Apichat’s initial operate, the Paul Wise Scrambler sold out almost instantaneously, and we’re pretty positive this one will too. It is designed to commemorate Mike ‘The Bike’ Hailwood’s ties to the Bologna brand, and sports a effectively-executed livery inspired by Hailwood’s amazing 1978 IOMTT-winning 900SS.

Of course, there are further adjustments to this restricted edition Duc. A Termignoni exhaust has been fitted to aid the 803-cc V-Twin sing, and custom plastics adorn the nose, side covers and tail (which features a commemorative Hailwood plaque). The hunger for factory customs like this is alive and kicking, and Ducati would do nicely to serve up their own offerings. [A lot more]

Indian Motorcycles Project Scout winner Indian’s Project Scout program has currently impressed us with a quantity of standout builds. They’re not only rolling testaments to the builders’ abilities, but also to Indian’s commitment to individuality and creativity. The trophy hardware was lately handed out, and this board tracker from Terrebonne, Quebec, took property leading honors.

Constructed by Motos Illimitees, it is a tribute to the white-tired, board track racing Scouts of the 1920s. This homage runs on 26-inch wheels and features some meticulous woodwork: The footrests, grips and number plate are all fashioned from white oak, and the leather seat has been given a matching grainy treatment.

The copper accents are a vintage standout for me. And whilst I would lose the Jack Daniels branding, the marques are each celebrating milestone anniversaries and a partnership this year. [Far more]

Honda CB Sort II Concept If we had fears that the modern day classic movement was about to stall, Triumph’s new Bonneville line has undoubtedly put them to bed. Add Yamaha’s brutish XSR family members into the mix, and it seems like issues are in fact picking up steam.

And now, it looks Honda is poised to get in on the action. At least we hope they are. Why the greenlight hasn’t been lit but is beyond us, but the Japanese motoring giant has just teased one more stylized concept based on its CB1100.

It is dubbed the CB Type II, and it looks the organization. Clearly fashioned with the Ace Cafe in thoughts, the Variety II features prime-shelf elements from Brembo, Öhlins and Showa—plus a sculpted Manx style tank and humped solo seat. Yes, that reads quite comparable to the spec sheet for the new Thruxton R that I enjoyed so much and, if Honda has managed to tweak some further oomph from its bulletproof mill, the Kind II should fight tooth and nail with that retro king.

Hey, Honda. Let’s turn the power of dreams into reality, then, shall we? [Far more]

Yamaha RD350 by Twinline Motorcycles There’s a tasteful elegance to the builds coming out of Twinline Motorcycles. The Seattle-based shop thrives on clean, minimalist construction with an emphasis on overall performance. Their most current experiment with an oil-burner, a 1973 Yamaha RD350, exudes this to a tee.

This isn’t the 1st time that Twinline has turned the spanners on an RD, but it is the very first time Jeff Pochodowicz has been at the build’s helm. To set this 2-stroke apart, Jeff aimed to maximize functionality and reliability while refining each detail to the nth degree. A tall order, to be positive, but we’d say he nailed it.

Woodcraft clip-ons sit atop the Racetech-equipped forks, and shocks from Operates Overall performance preserve the polished alloy swingarm planted. The already lightweight bike was provided a racers diet and muscle injections, too: The airbox and OE oil tank are gone and the engine’s been ported with Super Webco heads attached. [A lot more]

Custom Bikes Of The Week