Awesome Motorcycles

Exceptional Engineering takes us on an in-depth tour of the massive BMW motorcycle factory in Spandau, Germany, where it takes humans and robots working in concert just two hours to crank out one of their S1000RR superbikes from start to finish. Each motorcycle’s 4-cylinder engine is also hand-built in the same facility.

Droog Moto’s monster motorcycle which looks like it came straight from the wasteland of Mad Max: Fury Road – assuming they had a detail shop to clean off all the dirt and grime. Its got a 250cc 2-cylinder engine, heavy duty suspension, and gigantic, rugged tires with thick treads. Each bike is custom built to its rider’s size.

This detailed LEGO replica of the classic American motorcycle measures 12″ long, and features a tiny Milwaukee-Eight engine with moving pistons. The 1023-piece Creator Expert set 10269 goes on sale 8/1/19 (7/17/19 for LEGO VIPs), and is only outdone by the full-size replica of the hog made from 69,569 pieces.

Motorcycle maker Harley-Davidson is challenging its dealers around the world to show off their sweetest custom rides, many of which are being built with the help of local trade schools. Check out all of the bikes, and vote for your favorites on the project’s website.

“You know when I don’t ride a motorcycle I go through withdrawal. It’s not good for my health.” An enthusiastic Keanu Reeves let GQ into the headquarters of his motorcycle company to talk about his personal bikes, what he loves about riding and more.

Commissioned by Bobby Haas, Rodsmith Customs’ The Killer is heavily inspired by a 1935 motorcycle called Killinger und Freund. It’s a front wheel drive bike with an engine made from three 60cc two-stroke engines. More on Bike EXIF.

Zero Motorcycle’s latest electric is a naked sportbike designed for customization and connectivity. Its hardware works with a custom operating system to let you customize its handling, output, ABS and more. It goes up to 124 mph and has a range of up to 200 mi.

Bull Motor Co. makes vintage-inspired board track motorcycles with weathered hand-painting and airbrushing. Their standard models are based on classic board track models, but they also accept custom orders. The bikes are powered by a 66cc two-stroke motor.

The street legal spinoff of Cake’s Kalk off-road electric bike. The Kalk& still has roots in downhill and enduro mountain bikes, but its chassis, suspension and drivetrain are custom made to balance durability with weight. It will have a top speed of over 60mph.

The freestanding version of Halley’s minimalist helmet rack. The Halley Helmet Stand looks great with or without a helmet on. It has the same stainless steel sphere that safely supports both open and full face helmets. It has a non-slip rubber pad under its base.

Rare Bird makes stylish anti-pollution masks for motorcyclists and bicyclists. The masks are made from a variety of fabrics such as cotton, linen, wool and tweed. They extend down to the neck to provide warmth. Their filter is replaceable.

Royal Enfield commissioned Bandit9 to make a bike based on the former’s Continental GT. The result is the Arthur, a graceful sci-fi creation. It features a custom frame, tank, rear cowl, handlebar, exhaust, swingarm and more. Limited to 9 units.

3D printing company BigRep shows us how far the technology has come by creating NERA, an electric motorcycle. With the exception of its electronics, all of the motorcycle’s components were 3D printed. That includes its airless tires, frame, fork and seat.

Ural’s proof-of-concept electric motorcycle goes for a more classic look. Based on the Ural cT, the bike is equipped with Zero Motorcycles’ powertrain. The batteries are good for 103mi per charge and are split between the bike and the sidecar for stability. More at Autoblog.

Announced alongside two new street models, Husqvarna’s EE 5 will be the company’s first electric motorcycle. Designed to be an entry level off-road bike, it has a 7kW motor, a quick-charging 907Wh battery, six ride modes, and adjustable seat and suspension.

Arc claims that its upcoming Vector electric motorcycle goes from 0 to 60 mph in just 3.1 sec and has a top speed of 120 mph. Its battery lasts up to 200 mi and recharges in just 45 min. It will also come with a helmet that has a heads up display and a jacket that has haptic feedback.

The Feher ACH-1 is said to be the first self-contained air conditioned helmet available to the public. Using similar tech to ventilated car seats, it has a small convection system and and air flow lining that keeps your head cool while riding without adding too much bulk.

Triumph’s 2019 Scrambler XC and XE models have a 1200cc Bonneville engine that produces up to 88hp and 81lbft of torque, and has been tweaked to make that scrambler tune. The XE has longer travel suspension, optimized ABS and Traction control and six riding modes.

Hoversurf is now taking pre-orders for its Hoverbike S3. The flying motorbike has a carbon fiber body, three-bladed carbon fiber propellers, and a battery that lasts up to 25min in pilot mode. It goes up to 16ft high and has a maximum speed of 60mph.

Ural’s limited edition Air motorcycle comes with a DJI Spark drone, which is housed in a 3D printed bin on the nose of the sidecar. The sidecar also has also a fixed mount for the drone’s remote control. The motorcycle is limited to 40 units.

See See Motor Coffee Co. built what they call “a real cafe racer.” They modified a 2014 Ural cT to become a mobile coffee shop. Not only does it have a functioning espresso machine, it also has a sink, a cooler, a coffee grinder and a water tank.

Gestalten’s The Current: New Wheels for the Post-Petrol Age looks at the history and evolution of electric motorcycles, bicycles, and everything in between. It showcases some of the best and most unique examples of this two-wheeled revolution.

Tarform Motorcycles‘ upcoming offering is an electric motorcycle with a classic and elegant design. The motorcycle will come with a battery that lasts up to 90mi per charge. Customers can customize their ride’s sound, finish, material and ride.