What would the legendary Bratstyle builder, Go Takamine, do with an Indian Chief" We’ve got the answer, along with a custom 255 cc scrambler from Taiwan, a Zero SR/F with hand-shaped bodywork and a BMW R18 from South Africa. Plus the incredible story of Tye Smith and his ‘Dreamboat’ Harley Panhead.

Indian Chief by Go Takamine If you want to customize a V-twin, we can?t think of anyone better qualified than Go Takamine. The Okinawa-born, US-based flat track racer singlehandedly kicked off the ?Bratstyle? look that’s been copied the world over.
So it?s no surprise that his take on Indian’s new Chief is a masterclass of style and proportion, that pushes its looks back to the golden years of Indian motorcycles.
The rear suspension has been made rigid, via a set of struts that replace the original shocks. The fuel tank’s been narrowed and lowered, with the Indian’s touchscreen gauge now tucked away on the left hand side. The front’s been trimmed with a new headlight, brass risers and new bars.

At the back is a new leather seat on springs, along with a repurposed 1937 Ford fender, adorned with a 1940s Indian fender tip. There’s also a tiny custom sissy bar, and a classic Bratstyle taillight.
Brass accents, a simple twin exhaust system and an understated livery help emphasize the heritage angle of the standard bike, while staying firmly away from the brown-tassel-jacket vibe that cruisers can give off.
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