We’ve got a custom BMW K1100 RS that’s been turned cafe racer by none other than the ladies and gents at The Powerbrick – and who better to build the ultimate ‘flying brick’ than premium BMW bike ...
Jeremie Duchampt has only been involved in motorcycle customization for a few years, but his builds have already received tons of praise and admiration from around the globe. The Frenchman is known to ...
Ron Dey is a self-confessed sucker for all things BMW, be they from the car or motorcycle realm. Residing in Arkansas, he's long been fond of the German marque’s four-wheeled machines, and a fair ...
Bill Costello crafted this custom café racer out of a 1981 BMW R100RT, intending to create a sleek urban ride that’s dependable enough for daily use. The bike boasts 70 horsepower, which Bill finds ...
The first time you see a proper, flat-engined BMW motorcycle is a moment that most motoring enthusiasts remember well. It's a blend of curiosity and discomfort all the same, as you wonder just how far ...
Harry has been writing and talking about motorcycles for 15 years, although he's been riding them for 45 years! After a long career in music, he turned his hand to writing and television work, ...
Café racers started as a rider-made idea: strip a bike down, tuck in, and chase speed between hangouts. The look was never superficial. Clip-on style bars, a long tank, and a solo-seat "hump" all came ...
Image Credit: Markus Flasch / Instagram. BMW Motorrad may have just given enthusiasts their clearest look yet at one of the most outrageous motorcycles currently in development. An Instagram post ...
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Café racers: from rebellion to timeless style
How it began: In 1950s Britain, young 'Rockers' modified affordable bikes for speed, racing between cafés like the Ace Café and sparking a rebellious motorcycle subculture. Signature design: Café ...
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