2027 Harley-Davidson Sprint 440: U.S. Launch Details
Harley-Davidson is making room for a different kind of ride. The new 2027 Harley-Davidson Sprint 440 brings single-cylinder power, a […]
2027 Harley-Davidson Sprint 440: U.S. Launch Details
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Forever Rad’s “Ripper” Dyna: A Powell Peralta-Inspired 2017 Harley-Davidson Low Rider S
Forever Rad Customs transformed a 2017 Harley-Davidson Low Rider S into the “Ripper,” a Born-Free Texas custom featuring Powell Peralta-inspired paint, a 117ci Twin Cam, Brembo brakes, and handcrafted fabrication throughout.
HOT-DOCK Customs’ White Harley Pan America #9 Is a Masterclass in Functional Custom Design
HOT-DOCK Customs builds a stunning Harley-Davidson Pan America featuring handcrafted aluminum bodywork, ZX-6R suspension, and race-inspired engineering.
Trask Performance’s 180-HP Nickel-Plated M8 FXR Is a Street Eater
Charlie Brown’s nickel-plated Trask Performance FXR packs a 143ci Ward Performance Milwaukee-Eight engine, nearly 180 horsepower, carbon fiber, Öhlins suspension, and serious street attitude.
Hot-Dock Street Dragger Softail
Discover the iconic Hot-Dock Street Dragger, Keiji Kawakita’s signature low and long Harley-Davidson Softail custom that blends stunning style with race-inspired performance and rideability.
Buell’s 401-HP Turbo “Leviathan” Is Headed for Bonneville
Buell Motorcycle Company’s turbocharged Leviathan custom bike produces 401 rear-wheel horsepower and was built for land-speed racing at Bonneville.
Rough Crafts Goes American with the First U.S.-Built Race Guerilla Harley-Davidson
Discover the Rough Crafts Race Guerilla, the first U.S.-built Harley-Davidson Street Bob custom by Winston Yeh and Max Hazan. See how the 2023 Street Bob became a lightweight, high-performance Milwaukee-Eight masterpiece.
Buell Super Cruiser Café Racer and Tracker: American Performance Reimagined
Buell Motorcycle Company transformed its Super Cruiser prototype into a lightweight 180-horsepower café racer and flat tracker concept showcasing the platform’s versatility and performance potential.
Indian Motorcycle and Klock Werks Reveal Custom Challenger for Country Star Redferrin at Pre-Sturgis Party
If there was ever a proper way to kick off Sturgis week, it’s with a custom motorcycle, live country music, […]
HOT-DOCK Customs Transforms the Harley-Davidson Pan America Into a Purpose-Built Flat Track Racer
Keiji Kawakita of HOT-DOCK Customs reimagines the Harley-Davidson Pan America with a race-focused chassis, custom aluminum fabrication, and decades of Japanese custom bike expertise.
Buell’s “Goat” Hill Climber Could Hint at a Future Adventure Motorcycle
Buell Motorcycle Company’s “Goat” hill climb concept transforms the Super Cruiser into an off-road-inspired machine with WP suspension and adventure-bike potential.
1949 Harley-Davidson Panhead Reimagined: Stéphane Grand’s Hand-Built Supercharged Masterpiece
Swiss builder Stéphane Grand spent 3,500 hours transforming a 1949 Harley-Davidson Panhead into a hand-built, supercharged work of art using only traditional craftsmanship—earning Hot Bike’s 2026 Motor Bike Expo Pick.
The “Billy Beast” Stunt Bike Proves the Buell Super Cruiser Loves Abuse
Buell Motorcycle Company turned a damaged Super Cruiser prototype into the “Billy Beast” stunt bike, proving the platform can survive wheelies, donuts, and 11,000-rpm abuse.
Indian Motorcycle Unveils Limited-Edition PowerPlus Signature Series with Handcrafted Paint and Premium Touring Features
Indian Motorcycle its American V-twin touring focus in a new direction with the introduction of the all-new Signature Series lineup. […]
Hot-Dock Customs’ Radical Race-Ready Buell Custom
Discover the story behind Keiji Kawakita’s legendary Hot-Dock Customs four-valve Buell—a groundbreaking Japanese performance custom that blended racing technology, handcrafted engineering, and rideability.