Ironwood Custom Motorcycles get frequent requests for their signature R-Series BMW bobbers. But when a regular client rolled in with a unique donor, shop boss Arjan van den Boom knew he had to up the ante.
The bike in question was a 1982 BMW...
Riding in a group, especially in busy urban areas, can be either fun and empowering or stressful and even dangerous. Follow the guidelines in this story, and hopefully your next group ride will be an enjoyable and safe experience.
For some,... -
Rising water during an isolated storm floods the road and drags gravel, silt and debris onto the roadway.
The sun may be shining now, but the dangers associated with that recent downpour may still be lingering around the next... -
1961 Matchless G12CS. Owner: Steve Eorio, Paso Robles, California.
The 1950s and ?60s were the era of the UBM  Universal British Motorcycle  a parallel OHV twin sitting upright in the frame, in the 500cc to 750cc range. The original UBM... -
Written by Tim Huber.
Building custom bikes means different things to different people. For some it?s a way to make a living, while for others it?s a means of blowing off steam and getting to unleash a little creativity upon the world. For... -
Effective air filtration is critical to your engine?s survival. When it comes to removing debris from the air you can rely on OEM paper (right), oiled cotton gauze (middle) or oiled foam (left).
The air filter is the unsung hero of every... -
The 2020 Indian Challenger is an all-new bagger platform featuring the liquid-cooled PowerPlus 108 V-twin. This is the top-of-the-line Challenger Limited. (Photos by Barry Hathaway)
Since its relaunch for 2014, Indian has struck a balance... -
Pepo Rosell’s work is easy to spot, and we mean that as a compliment. If it looks fast, has a killer livery and just a hint of classic endurance racing, it’s most likely an XTR Pepo build.
Pepo’s sharp eye and deft hand come from his vast... -
It’s an evolution not a revolution of Keanu Reeves’ labor of motorcycle love, with over 20 major changes involving more than 150 newly designed and manufactured components, says the press release. Which uses the word “bespoke†quite a bit... -
Rather than producing yet another pair of DOT 50/50 knobbies that wear like soft cheese, Dunlop’s Trailmax Mission tires take an innovative approach to providing good on- and off-road traction with longevity, claiming as much as 8,000 miles for a... -
Pricing and a list of features for both versions of the Rocket 3 beast.
Begin press release:
Triumph Motorcycles are pleased to confirm the price in the United States and Canada for the incredible Rocket 3 line-up, with the new Rocket 3 R... -
Written by Martin Hodgson
Road rules and regulations can be the bane of a custom bike builder’s existence, the strict confines of the law chipping away at the rebels born free soul. In Germany the TUV certification to get a motorcycle... -
Written by Ian Lee.
There is an idea in some motorcycle cultures, that having a bigger bike isn?t necessarily better. I can agree with this line of thought. I remember opening up the throttle in sixth gear on my Suzuki 250, leaning into a corner,... -
The S4R has got to be one of Ducati?s greatest hits. The water-cooled Monster used a retuned DOHC 996 engine with eight valves and a stout 113 hp, weighed just 425 pounds (193 kilos) dry, and sported a single-sided swingarm. And it was good for... -
We?ve got used to heavy motorcycles. These days, anything around 450 pounds or 200 kilos is regarded as light. And most of the bestselling bikes in the USA weight 600 pounds or more.
In the days before emissions controls, fuel injection systems... -
Arai Regent-X in Sensation Yellow Frost
Arai Helmets? premium full-face and open-face motorcycle helmets stand out for a lot of reasons. Chief among them are impeccable hand craftsmanship and materials, comfort, a custom-like fit and an... -
