Photo: Kurkowski.eu via Return of the Cafe Racers
I’d strongly encourage you to grab some tissues, because this stunning piece of motorcycle artwork will have you drooling!
To be fair, it goes without saying that Ducati’s Monster is among the most popular starting points for workshops and solo builders seeking to create a bespoke two-wheeled masterpiece. As time went by, there’s been no shortage of Monster-based undertakings adorning these very pages with their grace, and the bike you see here has to be one of the neatest exploits we’ve come across as of late.
At its core, this bad boy is an S2R 800 variant from Bologna’s fearsome Monster range. Within its iconic trellis frame, the Italian behemoth houses an air-cooled L-twin powerplant that boasts four desmodromic valves and a generous displacement of 803cc. The engine is perfectly capable of delivering up to 77 wild ponies at about 8,250 rpm, along with 53 pound-feet (72 Nm) of brutal twisting force at 6,500 revs.
This vicious oomph is handed over to the rear wheel by means of a six-speed transmission, coupled with a chain final drive. Ultimately, this state of affairs enables the Monster to run the quarter mile in as little as 12.2 seconds, while top speed is rated at a healthy 128 mph (206 kph).
The venture we’ll be looking at today is a one-man project crafted by Patryk Matla. To kick things off, the moto artist went about amputating a part of the stock subframe to tighten the machine’s proportions. Next, the L-twin mill itself was enveloped in a sinister matte black paint scheme, which is gorgeously complemented by a “Kosmic Krome Burgundy” finish from House of Kolor’s majestic palette.
In the performance department, the S2R received a pair of K&N air filters and a one-off exhaust system fabricated by RM Motors, while front suspension duties are now handled by a Suzuki GSX-R1000's adjustable forks. Furthermore, the GSX-R also donated its calipers to bring about a serious dose of additional stopping power. These modules are joined by a 2007 Yamaha R1’s master cylinder and brake discs.
The following step consisted of tweaking the original gas tank and front fender to achieve that tasty cafe racer aesthetic. Additionally, Matla outsourced a Moto Guzzi’s tail section, which he then modified to fit onto the subframe. Each and every bodywork component was treated to a matte white finish that manages to look the part.
Lastly, a set of clip-on handlebars and CNC-machined rear-mounted foot pegs were installed for good measure. The mastermind behind this magnificent feat completed the overhaul back in August 2012, after no less than seven painstaking months spent in the garage.
At its core, this bad boy is an S2R 800 variant from Bologna’s fearsome Monster range. Within its iconic trellis frame, the Italian behemoth houses an air-cooled L-twin powerplant that boasts four desmodromic valves and a generous displacement of 803cc. The engine is perfectly capable of delivering up to 77 wild ponies at about 8,250 rpm, along with 53 pound-feet (72 Nm) of brutal twisting force at 6,500 revs.
This vicious oomph is handed over to the rear wheel by means of a six-speed transmission, coupled with a chain final drive. Ultimately, this state of affairs enables the Monster to run the quarter mile in as little as 12.2 seconds, while top speed is rated at a healthy 128 mph (206 kph).
The venture we’ll be looking at today is a one-man project crafted by Patryk Matla. To kick things off, the moto artist went about amputating a part of the stock subframe to tighten the machine’s proportions. Next, the L-twin mill itself was enveloped in a sinister matte black paint scheme, which is gorgeously complemented by a “Kosmic Krome Burgundy” finish from House of Kolor’s majestic palette.
In the performance department, the S2R received a pair of K&N air filters and a one-off exhaust system fabricated by RM Motors, while front suspension duties are now handled by a Suzuki GSX-R1000's adjustable forks. Furthermore, the GSX-R also donated its calipers to bring about a serious dose of additional stopping power. These modules are joined by a 2007 Yamaha R1’s master cylinder and brake discs.
The following step consisted of tweaking the original gas tank and front fender to achieve that tasty cafe racer aesthetic. Additionally, Matla outsourced a Moto Guzzi’s tail section, which he then modified to fit onto the subframe. Each and every bodywork component was treated to a matte white finish that manages to look the part.
Lastly, a set of clip-on handlebars and CNC-machined rear-mounted foot pegs were installed for good measure. The mastermind behind this magnificent feat completed the overhaul back in August 2012, after no less than seven painstaking months spent in the garage.
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