Last summer, we rode the twisties of Bulgaria straight into custom bike heaven. Traditional Fuel Festival 2024 was more than just an event, it was a masterclass in craftsmanship, community, and pure moto soul. From the mind-blowing Honda CX500 by Studio Nineteen Custom (yes, it won!) to art, style, and perfectly organized chaos, this festival had it all. And guess what? It’s coming back this August 2025.

The 2025 Harley-Davidson Sportster S is a complete reinvention of the Sportster as we knew it. Gone the lean, road-connected machine, replaced by a tech-laden beast with fat tires, forward controls, and a 121HP engine that launches you like a rocket. But as the riding position is pure cruiser — feet way out, arms wide, wind punching your chest - going fast quickly starts to hurt. It’s fast, yes — but not a joy to ride fast. It’s stylish — but not necessarily very usable...

Iron Motors 2025 lit up Circuit Carole with a thrilling mix of vintage racers, customs, roaring engines and vibrant atmosphere. From great café racers to rare race bikes, the event delivers pure motorcycle passion in a laid-back, high-energy atmosphere that celebrates the true spirit of riding.

Looking for a daily ride that won’t break the bank—but still turns heads? Enter the QJMOTOR SRK 600, a Chinese-made naked bike that’s out to challenge the big boys. With Brembo brakes, Marzocchi forks, and 61 hp for under €7,500, it sounds like a bargain—but is it just another soulless commuter, or can it win over die-hard custom fans? We took it for a test ride through the city and into the twisties to find out. Spoiler: we were pleasantly surprised. In this review, we break down what makes the SRK tick, what you’ll love (and want to swap), and whether this budget brawler has what it takes to become your new favorite two-wheeled project. From design quirks to custom mod potential, this one might just make you rethink what a Chinese motorcycle can be.

Alfonso is an extraordinary custom, based on a BMW R100RT, built by Wido Veldkamp of WIMOTO. Wibo built this beemer as a tribute to his late father, but it's certainly also a showcase of his craftmanship. Featuring a handmade girder front fork, a completely re-imagined rear fork of elegantly curved tubes, and a one-piece body like no other, plus a plethora of other custom pieces, Alfonso is quite the exceptional custom bike.

Mooyong, the creative genius behind Zeus Custom found the ideal plot of land to build his new shop new shop on the outskirts of Bangkok. He converted a plot of wilderness to house his workshop, showroom and B&B, plus a lush garden complete with fish pond! Now Mooyong and his team can completely focus on crafting motorcycles that are as functional as they are beautiful!

Motorcycle travel in Japan from Tottori via Hiroshima and Fukuoka to Beppu, meeting people, seeing temples, taking in culture

Forward’s new project, the Thundersprint 955 Street Tracker, is a testament to his skill, creativity, and love for the flat track aesthetic.

BMW Motorrad present the R 12 S, an homage to the R 90 S. Their new model in the heritage line of motorcycles builds on the R 12 nineT base model.

The Ultimate Revival: A 1980 Honda CB750 by Jerem Motorcycles At BikeBrewers, we’ve had the privilege of showcasing the work of Jérémie from Jerem Motorcycles before (see links below to previous posts). Known for his innovative designs and meticulous craftsmanship, Jérémie has consistently redefined what custom motorcycles can be. His latest [...]

Ever since I saw the first pictures, I couldn't shake the Yamaha XSR 900 GP from my mind. I was thrilled anyway to have the chance to ride the XSR GP and experience firsthand what this bike has to offer. Read all about it in this review article!

What do Scorpions’ drummer Mikkey Dee, 1950’s bike builder Stan Dishong and Indian Motorcycle have in common? Ronna Noren’s impeccable 2025 custom Indian Scout. When Indian decided to go international with the Forged series, they chose to walk the journey on the shoulders of giants, those being none other than Indian [...]