Judging public opinion is a fickle business. So when a builder hits on a concept that works, it’s tempting to get comfortable and stick to the formula.
The first build we featured from California-based JSK Moto was a sweet BMW R nineT-based scrambler. It spread like wildfire, and even landed on BMW Motorrad’s radar. But rather than build a series of sequels, JSK point man Samuel Kao followed up with a couple of diverse and pretty zany bikes.

Now, almost two and a half years later, he’s come back to the R nineT?but with a very different vibe. ?After the scrambler, we really wanted to make a cafe racer too,? he says. ?Our schedule is busy so it took a long time?but it was worth the wait.?
?The R nineT was designed with customization in mind. We saw many wonderful variations, and BMW also released its own Racer. While creating our own, we thought maybe we could push the idea of easy customization further.?
The key to JSK’s approach lies in the new fairing and tank. The two are actually one piece, and function as a cover with a hidden fuel tank attached to the frame underneath.
?We were able to attach the shell to the motorcycle with just three connection points,? explains Samuel, ?making installation relatively easy. Imagine something as simple as changing your phone case.?

Team JSK wanted to strike a balance between complex lines and overall simplicity, so they chose to shape the new frontal bodywork from fiberglass. It’s here that Samuel...