In the first part of this story about motorcycle travel in Japan, I had just reached Takayama. In this part, we pick up where we left off and make tracks west along the northern coast of the Kyoto Prefecture into Tottori Prefecture. Takayama One of the local specialties is beef from […]

Kimura-san is a well-known name in the custom motorcycle world. Did you know that there are two Kimura’s who build beautiful bikes in entirely their own style? And no, they are not related!    Over the past 10 years we have featured quite a few airheads. One could argue that we, […]

It took Joshua 7 plus years and a mountain of work – not to mention determination - to get this 60-year old bike, a 1965 BSA Lightning, running again. But after a ground up restoration, with some light custom touches, the bike is now a beauty to look at and a blast to ride!

Silver Machine by Jeroen crafts custom motorcycle seats for remowned builders, collectors and all kinds of other enthusiasts. Jeroen's work distinguishes itself by focusing on quality, simplicity and attention to detail. Silver Machine saddles are proof that true craftsmanship never goes out of style.

Wheels & Wake – a weekend full of flattrack racing, sand beach racing, featuring a relaxed atmosphere, great custom bikes, and plenty partying in the North of Germany. A great way to spend a weekend in September!

When another BMW Bobber rolls out of the Walzwerk or Ironwood garage we know what to expect. It is all the more surprising when a BMW Bobber of the same build quality rolls out of a garage that is not that well known (yet!)

When a battered 2013 Yamaha XVS1300 Stryker limped into Marcel's workshop at Blackout Custom, he saw more than just a challenge—he saw potential. With a blend of creativity and craftsmanship, Marcel transformed this accident-prone ride into a sleek, blacked-out bobber that’s as fierce as it is unique. From custom fenders to hand-crafted exhausts, every detail was meticulously reimagined. The result? A jaw-dropping transformation that left the owner grinning all the way back to Slovakia. Curious to see how Marcel turned a Frankenstein into a masterpiece? Dive into the full story and get inspired.

Part One of the Motorcycle Travel Blog Japan: Tokyo to Takayama

QJ Motor is a new player for the BeNeLux, but certainly has made a name for itself in Asia already - even in Grand Prix - they have a broad portfolio of motorcycles and have dished out millions of bikes... Specifically the bigger bikes are coming to our markets right now, in a range from 125 to 800cc, with adventure, cruiser, naked and even racing bikes on offer.

Roke Motors' Triumph Rocket 3R - retaining the essence of the original while pushing the boundaries of what's possible, to 307 HP that is! From a distance, it may look like a regular Rocket 3R – sleek, stylish, Triumph. But a symphony of innovation and engineering excellence is waiting to be unleashed with the twist of a throttle...

The all new Indian Scout - a modern machine that knows where it belongs, while not forgetting where it comes from...

The new Royal Enfield Shotgun 650 - Inspired by Custom. For Custom.