Post-Listing Update: Grande Grunge did not meet reserve with bidding up to $2,550. I’ve featured a Powder Monkees build before – that was the “Wabi-Sabi“, and I have to say I liked that bike more than this, the Grande Grunge.
2007 Nash Shovelhead Custom
Built by Nash Motorcycle Company, “Slugger” is built around a ’84 Harley Shovel, though it’s titled as a 2007 Special Construction. It’s got a kick start, jockey shift, and only a rear brake. I’ve been starting at the details for 15 minutes and I still can’t decide if I like it or not – what do you think?
Macco Motors Spitfire 09 – 2002 Honda Nighthawk 750
Built by Macco Motors, this custom Honda Nighthawk 750 was turned into “Spitfire 09”.
Restomodded – 1975 Kawasaki KZ900
The culmination of a 10 year build, this Kawasaki KZ900 has been modified with Suzuki GSX-R forks, a ZRX1100 swingarm, modern brakes, and more. Probably best to consider this the equivalent of a restomodded 60s muscle car. If you want more details, the seller’s build thread can be found here. Find this KZ900 custom for sale in Reno, Nevada for …
ADHOC #8 – Yamaha XJ650 Custom
The brainchild of David Gonzalex, Ad Hoc Cafe Racers have built a series of cool customs. This is the 8th one, based on a Yamaha XJ650.
Storz Cafe Conversion – 2004 Harley-Davidson Sportster
Storz Performance sells kits to turn 2004+ Sportsters into a cafe racer-styled motorcycle. Here’s an example that’s claimed to be a show quality – it has 900 stress-free miles since the build was completed.
Terry Thomason Rat Rod
Bask in the magnificence of this custom bike built by Terry Thomason. It’s 9 feet long, has 3 inches of clearance, and it can be yours for $1,500.
Ending Soon – 1975 BMW R90/6 Custom
Normally I don’t go for these types of customs, but I’m enjoying the matching pinstriping of the fenders and tank. Plus the bike’s been restored so you should be set mechanically. Highlights of the modifications include a custom Steiger seat, custom coilovers in the rear and Showa 40mm forks up front, Euro bars, and a rebuilt engine from a R100 …
The Customs of 2WheelsMiklos
Based out of Guildford, England, 2WheelsMiklos has created some crazy customs based on 30-ish year old BMWs. Click here to check out all 4 that are currently available, though I’m only going to highlight 2 in this post.
Abigail – 1975 Honda CB500T
Built by Hot Sake Cycles, a one man shop run by biology teacher Shannon Hulcher, this Honda CB500T has been turned into a cafe racer named Abigail. It recently placed first at the Rat’s Hole Bike Show in Daytona, and has been used in multiple publications and an Allegra commercial.
Leggero NYC – 1995 Ducati Supersport Custom
Post Sale Update: After 27 bids on eBay, this Walt Siegl custom sold for $20,600. A couple of years ago, Walt Siegl started building a limited run of custom motorcycles based on Ducati 900cc 2V engines – the idea was that by making a limited run, he could lower the cost a little bit, giving more people the chance to …
HyperRocket – 2007 Kawasaki Ninja 250 Custom
Built by Ford design engineer John Hickey, this reverse trike was winner of the 2010 Vetter Challenge, a competition to see if a vehicle can hit 100mpg at 70 miles per hour into a 30 mph headwind while carrying four bags of groceries.
“Land Rover” – 2008 Piaggio MP3
Like the Randy Grubb Decopod but you’re looking for something cheaper? Here’s an oddball custom built off a Piaggio MP3 – and that’s pretty much all I can say about it. Find this…thing for sale in Vancouver, British Columbia for $6,000 here on Craigslist.
Randy Grubb’s Decopod Prototype
Well, it looks like this Prototype was won at the Boone County Swap Meet Auction and the winner is trying to resell it on eBay. Here’s a recap for you: You may know Randy Grubb because he built Jay Leno’s Tank Car (in addition to the Blastone Indy Special, the Decoliner, and more). He made 12 of these Decopods – …
Custom Cafe Racer – 2001 Ducati Monster
Here’s an interesting custom that’s based on a 750 Monster (which unfortunately has a salvage title). The tank and rear shock are from a 999, and the front forks and rotors are from a S4R. The headlight is from a Harley V-Rod, and the whole thing comes together thanks to a beautiful “Allusion Blueberry” powdercoating job. This bike definitely won’t …