Classic BMW boxers are so prolific as custom donors, that most builds these days are very formulaic. But there are dozens of swing-and-miss examples out there, that prove that it still takes a sharp eye and a measure of good taste to get them right. This 1974 BMW R90S scrambler from Injustice Customs in Sweden…
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The custom scene is replete with R-series BMWs, but they still split opinion. Purists say they’re classics that should be kept original; others are happy to whip out a grinder and get to work. This tasteful BMW restomod from Revival Cycles should be enough to satisfy both camps. You’d be forgiven for thinking this airhead…
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Customizing an older bike is always a risk. There’s the custom work to do, but there’s also the arduous task of fixing all the parts that have inevitably worn down or rusted out over time. And there’s no telling how extensive that restoration work will be, until you get your hands dirty. This 1976 BMW…
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In the lore of motorcycle racing, Battle of The Twins has few equals. First staged in the US at Daytona in 1981, the 50-mile series has spawned many epic duels—and spurred the development of the legendary Britten V1000. The ripples from those thunderous early races are still felt today, as evidenced by this incredible BMW…
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Custom motorcycles are often criticized for putting aesthetics over functionality. But performance is still at the top of the list for builders…
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There’s no denying the BMW R nineT’s hit status. It’s fun to ride, comes in six great flavors, and lends itself well…
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There’s a downside to the current popularity of BMW customs: a certain ‘sameness’ creeping in. After all, there are only so many…
Read more »Building custom motorcycles for a living sounds like a dream. Who wouldn’t want to spend all day in the workshop—getting their hands…
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Estonia is one of those countries that are hard to find on a map. (Full Disclosure: we tried and failed.) It’s a…
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In the small Swiss village of Bonstetten, near Zürich, Ramon Seiler restores classic cars and motorcycles. But when he got his hands…
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Customizing motorcycles is a very serious business. It absorbs time, money, and garage space. It also requires high levels of mechanical skill,…
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There’s no denying that BMW’s classic R-series models are enjoying the limelight at the moment. While they’re a popular choice as donors…
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