Photo: Wrenchmonkees
When it comes to motorcycle customization, there are builders, and then there are masters. Here’s something from the latter.
Ever since the company’s foundation back in 2008, Copenhagen’s Wrenchmonkees never ceased to amaze the realm of custom motorcycles with its two-wheeled masterpieces. As you browse its magnificent portfolio, you will find absolutely no shortage of bespoke machines that’ll soothe each and every last corner of your moto-loving gearhead soul.
Let’s take a minute to dive in for a thorough examination of one such entity, shall we? The donor for this project was a 2015 variant from Yamaha’s beloved XJR1300 lineup – a remarkable piece of Japanese machinery with some serious oomph on tap. In stock form, it is powered by a wicked DOHC inline-four engine that boasts sixteen valves and a humungous displacement of 1,251cc.
This engine is perfectly capable of producing up to 98 untamed ponies at approximately 8,000 rpm and as much as 80 pound-feet (108 Nm) of twisting force at around 6,000 revs. The mill’s ruthless power is carried over to a chain final drive by means of a five-speed gearbox, resulting in a whopping top speed of 140 mph (225 kph).
As for Wrenchmonkees’ bespoke gem, the Danish moto artists began by lowering the standard forks by 2.36 inches (60 mm). Next, the bike’s front end was honored with a new triple clamp, a 5.75-inch (146-mm) yellow-tinted headlight, and a neat fender that’s been manufactured in-house. To bring about a tougher riding stance, the crew proceeded to install a pair of clip-on handlebars and rear-mounted foot pegs from LSL’s catalog.
In terms of performance upgrades, the Yamaha XJR received an assortment of top-shelf Behringer Hypersport front and rear brake modules that should supply ample stopping power. On top of that, the inline-four colossus breathes a little more freely, thanks to a fresh set of alloy velocity stacks and a one-off stainless-steel exhaust system topped with a Spark muffler.
The finishing touches come in the form of a digital MMB speedometer and aftermarket rear lighting items, as well as classy engine covers and a handsome saddle that rounds things out. Long story short, this is exactly what we’ve come to expect from Denmark’s revered Wrenchmonkees!
Let’s take a minute to dive in for a thorough examination of one such entity, shall we? The donor for this project was a 2015 variant from Yamaha’s beloved XJR1300 lineup – a remarkable piece of Japanese machinery with some serious oomph on tap. In stock form, it is powered by a wicked DOHC inline-four engine that boasts sixteen valves and a humungous displacement of 1,251cc.
This engine is perfectly capable of producing up to 98 untamed ponies at approximately 8,000 rpm and as much as 80 pound-feet (108 Nm) of twisting force at around 6,000 revs. The mill’s ruthless power is carried over to a chain final drive by means of a five-speed gearbox, resulting in a whopping top speed of 140 mph (225 kph).
As for Wrenchmonkees’ bespoke gem, the Danish moto artists began by lowering the standard forks by 2.36 inches (60 mm). Next, the bike’s front end was honored with a new triple clamp, a 5.75-inch (146-mm) yellow-tinted headlight, and a neat fender that’s been manufactured in-house. To bring about a tougher riding stance, the crew proceeded to install a pair of clip-on handlebars and rear-mounted foot pegs from LSL’s catalog.
In terms of performance upgrades, the Yamaha XJR received an assortment of top-shelf Behringer Hypersport front and rear brake modules that should supply ample stopping power. On top of that, the inline-four colossus breathes a little more freely, thanks to a fresh set of alloy velocity stacks and a one-off stainless-steel exhaust system topped with a Spark muffler.
The finishing touches come in the form of a digital MMB speedometer and aftermarket rear lighting items, as well as classy engine covers and a handsome saddle that rounds things out. Long story short, this is exactly what we’ve come to expect from Denmark’s revered Wrenchmonkees!
Google News