From sun and surf to races and customs—Wheels and Waves seems to have it all. And while flat-track races aren’t the most unique event to throw during a motorcycle show, there’s a good reason they have gained so much popularity—especially when you see the types of bikes these crazies were racing.

Whether it be a one-of-a-kind custom, a priceless vintage, or a weirdo chopped-up minibike, the riders were here to send it. Turn after dirt-spitting turn, the racers gave it their all, with onlookers bouncing back and forth between overjoyed excitement and sympathy for the two-wheeled treasures being flogged on the track.

It was truly incredible to see so many of the bikes built to be exhibited in the show actually ridden by the people who built them—and ridden hard! Unlike so many rallies and bike shows (but not like the Hot Bike Tour!), there are tons of opportunities and challenges to ride over the course of Wheels and Waves, so the kickstands never stay down for long.

Nothing says “Ready to race,” like cargo shorts and gardening gloves.

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Anvil’s custom Indian Scout tracker was built for more than just show.

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Cheetah’s Harley-Davidson WL named “The Comet 45”

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A mud covered flathead with flat track rubber—all is right in the world.

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Cheetah throwing “The Comet 45,” around the track.

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Is it really fair to bring out the bike that’s dominating AMA Flat Track Twins right now? Who cares, it’s fun to watch.

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Christian Hosoi and Steve Caballero enjoying the races from the sidelines.

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It is incredibly fun to watch the way Cheetah rides this amazing machine.

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Another prime example of the “ride ’em, don’t hide ’em,” motto exhibited at Wheels and Waves.

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Indian Scouts were a popular choice at El Rollo.

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Anvil’s full-frame custom Scout Sixty was one of the faster customs of the day.

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A Sportster tracker by French builders BC Kustoms.

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