Today, there are a huge number of motorcycle manufacturers in the world who release several new models every year. It is easy to name 12 only the most famous motorcycle brands that are most popular. It would seem that among the huge model range you can find a motorcycle to your liking, which will perform all the necessary functions. This may be true, but true fans of two-wheeled vehicles prefer to build their own motorcycle, which will be one of a kind. It was because of the desire of motorcyclists to have a unique motorcycle that a custom motorcycle was invented, which will be discussed in our article.
What is a custom motorcycle
Have you ever thought about creating your own motorcycle based on another, or maybe just tuning and refining an existing motorcycle model? If yes, then you are one of the people who prefer unique bikes over those that anyone can afford. A custom motorcycle is a bike that is made according to custom order for one single person. Simply put, these motorcycles are unique in their kind and have no analogues.
The very idea of custom motorcycles originates in the 90s, when American bikers decided to create the first custom bike. At first, these were small modifications or revisions of existing models, which were equipped with other wings or unusual disks. After appeared a large number of and craftsmen, and today you can order a motorcycle in the workshop, which will be assembled completely from scratch, including the frame.
Is a custom motorcycle safe?
People who are very responsible about the issue of safety often ask the question of how safe a motorcycle assembled by yourself is. There is nothing wrong with that, because non-factory built motorcycles can really differ from factory motorcycles. If, when creating a factory motorcycle, the manufacturer does everything according to technology and takes into account all the factors affecting the rigidity of the structure, then homemade motorcycles done a little differently. On the one hand, this is true, but only if you are going to order the assembly of a motorcycle in some garage of Uncle Vasya.
Real custom motorcycles are made in the appropriate workshops, which approach their work with all responsibility. The most famous workshops that deal with works of this complexity are considered Orange County Choppers or West Coast Choppers. These guys really know a lot about two-wheeled vehicles, so they have never had dissatisfied customers. Among the Russian workshops that do their job no worse are Fine Custom Mechanics, King Kong Custom, Motodepo CS and others. To date, these are the most famous Russian workshops that have managed to complete several successful projects.
If you are serious about getting into custom motorcycle development, then you should contact one of these workshops. Only in this case you can be sure of the quality and reliability of the work performed. In addition, the guys offer their own warranty on the bike they made, and in case of a breakdown, you can return to them.
One of the best projects
For several years of the existence of custom bikes, the workshops managed to implement a huge number of projects, both successful and not very successful. In our review, we will tell you about the very best custom bikes.
benchmark
Sports custom chopper, made in 2011 by the famous German workshop - Walz Hardcore Cycles. Looking at the photos of this model, it is immediately noticeable that the masters sweated a lot over this bike, which, by the way, has a name - Benchmark. When creating a motorcycle, very expensive parts were used, for example, carbon disc brakes cost the owner more than $1,000.
Of the other expensive components can be noted exhaust system from famous brand Akrapovic, a one-of-a-kind front fork from German manufacturer Ohlins-Gabel. It turned out to be no less cheap and chassis because the wheels are made of carbon fiber. However, the main detail in the custom chopper project was air suspension from S&S Power.
The ONE
As mentioned earlier, a custom motorcycle can be made not only from scratch, but also be a refinement of a factory motorcycle. That's exactly what Fat Attack AG did, which made the bike worth just over $145,000.
The project is called "The ONE", which means the first in English. Whether the workshop managed to make a motorcycle that can rightfully be considered the best is up to you, but we will tell you a little about this bike.
The construction of the bike was based on a ready-made factory Harley motorcycle Davidson, with a power of 110 hp. The task of the workshop was to improve the appearance of the bike, which, in principle, succeeded. When finalizing the custom moto, materials such as titanium, carbon fiber and aluminum were used. Thanks to this, the motorcycle began not only to look better, but also to accelerate faster by reducing the weight of the structure.
Most striking is the huge rear wheel with a very brutal disc. When installing it, the studio again managed to realize two ideas - to give the motorcycle a unique look and improve grip. Also worth noting in the project is an unusually beautiful exhaust system made of titanium and painted in matt black.
If you are a fan of unique things and do not like to be “like everyone else”, then a custom motorcycle is what you need. By developing your own project, you not only look cooler among your friends, but also make a bike specifically for you. That's the beauty of these bikes - you can make a bike that will meet all your requirements, and delight every time you start it.
Incredible projects are made from old Soviet motorcycles! Today I propose to take a look at the 9 most amazing custom, in my opinion, built on the basis of USSR motorcycles.
Dnepr Brigadier by Falcodesign studio
The first custom is called Brigadier. Its construction was carried out by the Belarusian Falco design studio, which is already known for its custom based on the Dnieper. However, this bike turned out to be so cool that it immediately hit all the world's customizer charts.
Planet Sport by Yuriy Shif Custom
In the Minsk workshop of Yuri Shif, not just motorcycles are created, but works of art. IZH Planet Sport is a legendary device that still has many fans. However, there are those who are not satisfied with it. In 2015, a specialist from Belarus, Yuri Shif, presented a custom project from this Soviet monster. And he looks amazing!
So, on the basis of the Soviet IZH, the original scrambler from the Yuri Shif Custom company was born, which was made for the Moscow owner. The motorcycle has a lot of new things: brake discs on wheels, new suspension, fork, steering wheel, and much more. As for the engine, it has been significantly improved: power has increased from 32 to 50 hp. and the ability to unscrew it up to 11,000 rpm.
Cafe-racer Minsk Detonator
This bike was also made by Belarusian customizer Yuri Shif and won prizes at various motorcycle competitions abroad. Probably everyone has already heard about the fastest M1NSK. This is a concept with two-stroke engine with a volume of 125 cm3. It can reach speeds up to 205 km/h. The chassis of the highway-ring "Minsk", produced in the 1980s, was taken as the basis.
Minsk Detonator was named the best in the "Born in the USSR" category and second in the "Metric Motorcycle" category. He also finished in the top five overall.
Iron Custom Motorcycles Beckman
The Beckman motorcycle was assembled in the Kharkov workshop of Iron Custom Motorcycles for nine months. Last year, the Kharkov bike became the best at the world motorcycle customizing championship, held in Cologne, Germany. The craftsmen created a project based on IZH Jupiter-4 1982, but original parts there are almost none left in it, since most were created by craftsmen by hand.
A home-made engine increased the power of the bike from Izhevsk 28 hp. up to 50 hp And Beckman got its name in honor of the Soviet design engineer and racer Wilhelm Beckman - based on his books and articles, the master built it custom.
Custom IZH Jupiter
Many should be familiar with the work of the Moscow designer Mikhail Smolyanov. He seemed to look into another era by customizing IZH Jupiter for motorcycles of the early 20th century. What else can I say, it's a real masterpiece.
Fritz steampunk project
The Fritz project in the steampunk style was implemented on the basis of the Dnepr motorcycle units by craftsmen from Germany. Notice the stroller car radiator 20s, it gives a special charm to the motorcycle.
PanUral by IBCycles
This project, called PanUral, is the brainchild of the Italian studio IBCycles, which was presented at AMD-2016. All elements of this motorcycle with a wheelchair are made of aluminum, from which all elements of this project are made. The engine here was left from the Urals.
Project The Machine by Yuri Shif
Here is another interesting project "The Machine" by Yuri Shif. this work built on the basis Russian motorcycle K-750, has become one of the most successful. The project became the 2010 US World Champion in the non-US powered motorcycle class and also finished 3rd overall. In addition, "The Machine" is the winner of the International Championship of Germany Custombikeshow 2010.
The Machine shocked not only specialists, but also the public spoiled by design and technical delights. The bike was developed in the strictest secrecy and its premiere became a sensation even for people close to the Minsk customizer. Stunning appearance, blowing away in the distant 30s, the highest technical execution, fantastic chassis design solutions. The heart of the bike has become a futuristic power point, which was based on a pair of two opposites from legendary model Soviet motorcycle K-750, with a screw compressor mounted on top!
Electric Volga by Mikhail Smolyanov
Russian designer Mikhail Smolyanov, commissioned by Electric Cars Custom, created a prototype electric cycle called Electric Volga. The concept repeats the shape of the GAZ 21 Volga car of the middle of the last century, but stands on two wheels and is stuffed with high technologies.
massive body elements made of aluminum and frame made of steel pipes. power unit The EV Drive can deliver from 160 to 253 Nm depending on voltage, spins up to 10,000 rpm and puts out about 134 hp. Speed indicators the concepts are even more impressive: acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h is 2.5 seconds, and the top speed is limited to 200 km/h.
So, today we have Russian custom (and one Belarusian)! We are not born with a bastard and we know how to make motorcycles ourselves high level. Very different, very characteristic, with a national character and a harsh roar of the engine. Go!
Fine Custom Mechanics (Moscow). A workshop that makes motorcycles according to individual projects, as well as customizing existing models with a new body kit, technical work with engine and controls, airbrushing. In the picture - incredible beauty custom Moscow.
King Kong Custom (Yekaterinburg). The Ural workshop, which makes, on the one hand, classic in form, on the other hand, custom bikes that are completely individual in style. In the picture - custom "Gothic".
Motodepo CS (St. Petersburg). The St. Petersburg workshop that has existed since 2003. Like everything in St. Petersburg, exceptionally intelligent and elegant in terms of custom design choices. The picture shows the model Insomnia (2011).
MotoAtelier (Perm). And one more cool guys from the Urals, who became famous for the completely crazy tricycle "Tiran", whose photos were distributed on the Web a year and a half ago. But here, in the picture, a more classic custom in retro style - Alter Ego. Completely made from Russian components, even the engine is Dnepr.
KBMTS (Irbit). A workshop specializing in customizing motorcycles of the Irbit plant - Uralov, Irbitov, M-72. The photo shows the legendary trike "Irbit Blues" (2006), made on the basis of the "Ural".
"Moto-M" (St. Petersburg). Motorcycle repair and maintenance workshop, as well as customization based on classic models. Pictured is a Lancet based on a 1991 Yamaha SRX40.
Burmeisters (St. Petersburg). A small St. Petersburg workshop dealing with both customization serial motorcycles, and building bikes from scratch. Pictured is the V-Rod Orange Carbon (2016) based on Harley-Davidson.
Fort MFG (St. Petersburg). So, we got carried away with St. Petersburg. Everything, everything, we are leaving the northern capital. Finally, she is a custom workshop and their black masterpiece Blackish.
A workshop that makes motorcycles according to individual projects, as well as customizing existing models with the help of a new body kit, technical work with the engine and control, airbrushing. In the picture - incredible beauty custom Moscow.
King Kong Custom (Yekaterinburg)
The Ural workshop, which makes, on the one hand, classic in form, on the other hand, custom bikes that are completely individual in style. In the picture - custom "Gothic".
Motodepo CS (St. Petersburg)
The St. Petersburg workshop that has existed since 2003. Like everything in St. Petersburg, exceptionally intelligent and elegant in terms of custom design choices. The picture shows the model Insomnia (2011).
MotoAtelier (Perm)
And one more cool guys from the Urals, who became famous for the completely crazy tricycle "Tiran", whose photos were distributed on the Web a year and a half ago. But here, in the picture, a more classic custom in retro style - Alter Ego. Completely made from Russian components, even the engine is Dnepr.
KBMTS (Irbit)
A workshop specializing in customizing motorcycles from the Irbit plant - Uralov, Irbitov, M-72. The photo shows the legendary trike "Irbit Blues" (2006), made on the basis of the "Ural".
"Moto-M" (St. Petersburg)
A workshop dedicated to the repair and maintenance of motorcycles, as well as customization based on classic models. Pictured is a Lancet based on a 1991 Yamaha SRX40.
Burmeisters (St. Petersburg)
A small St. Petersburg workshop, which is engaged in both customizing serial motorcycles and building bikes from scratch. Pictured is a V-Rod Orange Carbon (2016) based on a Harley-Davidson.
Fort MFG (St. Petersburg)
So, we got carried away with St. Petersburg. Everything, everything, we are leaving the northern capital. Finally, she is a custom workshop and their black masterpiece Blackish.
Fitil DMC (Moscow)
It’s hard to say if this workshop is working now (the site hasn’t been responded to since 2011), but it definitely worked actively before, and its customizations are cool. Before us is Drakkar.
Workshop VC-TUNING specializes in tuning cars and creating custom motorcycles. We collect custom motorcycles of any complexity. Our tuning workshop has all the necessary equipment.
In order to make an exclusive and beautiful project, you do not need to invent a “spaceship”. It is enough to have certain opportunities and turn to those who understand a lot about such things. 
Tuning workshop VC-TUNING is a connoisseur of high-quality and high-tech things, so absolutely functional custom motorcycles which are convenient for everyday use.
Creation individual project motorcycle also involves the selection of a donor motorcycle. The remaining parameters are selected based on the task, the design of each specific project. In our tuning workshop, everything starts with a discussion of the details of the project. You come to us and we start discussing your project. The design is developed only after the donor of the motorcycle is determined and, accordingly, the range of work, based on the nuances of the project task. We work with absolutely different motorcycles, classic motorcycles And modern motorcycles, with all existing brands and motorcycle models.
We collect motorcycles in different styles that exist today: Caferacer, Bobber, Bratstyle, StreetFighter, Scrambler, BratBobber, CafeBobber, StreetStyle Café Racer and their various variations. The design can be a combination of several styles. In order for everything to be done in the best possible way, it is necessary to choose high-quality components. 
We also carry out a full cycle of restoration work, Maintenance and motorcycle repair. We carry out the selection of a donor for your project, if necessary. 
You can learn about the work in our tuning workshop from the video releases on the YouTube channel - VC-TUNING Show Time. We show the most interesting moments and finished result. The motorcycle assembly process is shown in technical videos blogs.
