Modern motorcycle

The popular Wheels and Waves festival returns to sunny Biarritz next week after a two year hiatus. So it's safe to assume that some European workshops are frantically buttoning up their bikes to show off at the event—or to compete in the infamous Punks Peak hillclimb. Newcomers Wayders are ahead of the curve though. They've just completed their first custom bike, a Yamaha MT-07 café racer, with time to spare. And it's a knockout debut performance from the Belgian outfit. Wayders is a two man…

The BS4 emission norms are now at the final stage before BS6 kicks in. But this shift has not been an easy one for the manufacturers. There are a few BS4

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This is not your father's Goldwing.

In addition to having a unique riding stance, cafe racer-style motorcycles are known for having a distinct chopped or stripped aesthetic that was popularized by

Simone Conti has what many custom motorcycles builders strive for—an instantly recognizable style. Working under the banner of Simone Conti Motorcycles, the Italian craftsman creates machines that look fast, aggressive and futuristic, like two-wheeled mechanical aliens. His style is so distinctive, that when he told his friends he was about to customize a Yamaha XS650, they scoffed. “I had this 1971 Yamaha XS650 engine,” Simone tells us, “and I thought I could make a bike with an old engine…

The BMW S1000R boasts a sleek and aggressive design that exudes athleticism and power. The minimalist bodywork exposes the muscular frame and showcases the engineering prowess beneath the surface. The iconic asymmetrical headlight gives the S1000R a distinctive appearance that sets it apart from other naked bikes. Despite its sporty demeanor, the S1000R offers a comfortable riding position, making it suitable for extended journeys as well as spirited rides. The ergonomics strike a balance…