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One-Off Honda CB400F Cafe Racer Is Drop-Dead Gorgeous and Home to Countless Upgrades
One-Off Honda CB400F Cafe Racer Is Drop-Dead Gorgeous and Home to Countless Upgrades

29 Oct 2023, 18:31 UTC · By: Silvian Secara / Having ridden and cherished the CB400F for around four decades, the owner recently felt like it was time for a custom makeover

 
BMW R nineT Black Sword Looks Just as Mighty as Its Name Would Suggest
BMW R nineT Black Sword Looks Just as Mighty as Its Name Would Suggest

29 Oct 2023, 00:03 UTC · By: Silvian Secara / Keen eyes will immediately spot the retrofitted Yamaha XJR fuel tank, yet our favorite thing about this cafe racer is the custom half-fairing

 
Triumph to Pull the Plug on the Thruxton in 2024, Final Edition Is Here to Bid Farewell
Triumph to Pull the Plug on the Thruxton in 2024, Final Edition Is Here to Bid Farewell

18 Oct 2023, 07:43 UTC · By: Daniel Patrascu / British bike maker Triumph announced the Final Edition for the iconic Thruxton cafe racer as it plans to stop making it next year

 
BSA Gold Star Now Spreading Café Racer Vibes in Fresh New Lands, Europe Comes First
BSA Gold Star Now Spreading Café Racer Vibes in Fresh New Lands, Europe Comes First

16 Oct 2023, 06:09 UTC · By: Daniel Patrascu / British bike maker BSA announced the expansion of its single model's reach to markets into mainland Europe, more to follow

 
130-HP Moto Guzzi Bellagio Cafe Racer Features Aluminum Bodywork Made From Scratch
130-HP Moto Guzzi Bellagio Cafe Racer Features Aluminum Bodywork Made From Scratch

30 Sep 2023, 18:28 UTC · By: Silvian Secara / Its engine capacity was increased to 1,500cc, while the stock suspension and brakes gave way to much sportier alternatives

 
Jaw-Dropping Honda CBF600 Cafe Racer Looks Like a Million Bucks, Rides Just as Well
Jaw-Dropping Honda CBF600 Cafe Racer Looks Like a Million Bucks, Rides Just as Well

30 Sep 2023, 14:42 UTC · By: Silvian Secara / Svelte proportions, top-grade running gear, and a pinch of Bonneville styling thanks to a replica tank – what's not to like about this custom CBF?

 
Café Racer Bikes: From the Ton-Up Boys to the Classic British Hybrids
Café Racer Bikes: From the Ton-Up Boys to the Classic British Hybrids

30 Sep 2023, 08:01 UTC · By: Daniel Patrascu / The cafe racer motorcycle style was born in the streets of London, then spread to engulf at least half of the world. Here we honor the original hybrids

 
One-Off Moto Guzzi 850T Cafe Racer Looks Utterly Intoxicating From Every Angle
One-Off Moto Guzzi 850T Cafe Racer Looks Utterly Intoxicating From Every Angle

23 Sep 2023, 18:19 UTC · By: Silvian Secara / It may come from a lesser-known builder, but the level of craftsmanship at work here is top-notch, nevertheless. Let’s take a closer look, shall we?

 
Mouth-Watering BMW R nineT Cafe Racer Costs a Small Fortune, Looks Justify the Price
Mouth-Watering BMW R nineT Cafe Racer Costs a Small Fortune, Looks Justify the Price

23 Sep 2023, 11:09 UTC · By: Silvian Secara / More often than not, you can expect something made in Switzerland to be well-crafted and expensive. This custom R nineT ticks both these boxes

 
Custom Suzuki GSX750 Katana Looks Sharper Than Ever in Bare-Bones Cafe Racer Form
Custom Suzuki GSX750 Katana Looks Sharper Than Ever in Bare-Bones Cafe Racer Form

23 Sep 2023, 05:16 UTC · By: Silvian Secara / It did away with most of the original overalls, but the unmistakable Katana fuel tank has been kept along with the wheels

 
Sinister 1979 Yamaha XS650 Cafe Racer Oozes Minimalistic Neo-Retro Flair
Sinister 1979 Yamaha XS650 Cafe Racer Oozes Minimalistic Neo-Retro Flair

17 Sep 2023, 17:05 UTC · By: Silvian Secara / The transformation process was orchestrated by one man over a period of five months, and the outcome is a delightful sight to behold

 
Jaw-Dropping 1975 Honda CB550 Cafe Racer Looks Fit for the Matrix Universe
Jaw-Dropping 1975 Honda CB550 Cafe Racer Looks Fit for the Matrix Universe

31 Aug 2023, 19:09 UTC · By: Silvian Secara / The dark green colorway is clearly the star of the show on this custom UJM, complemented by high-quality brown leather on the seat

 
Aptly-Named Moto Guzzi 1000SP All Blue Is Stunning Beyond Comprehension
Aptly-Named Moto Guzzi 1000SP All Blue Is Stunning Beyond Comprehension

31 Aug 2023, 17:57 UTC · By: Silvian Secara / In fact, the engine is the only item taken from the Spada. The frame and forks come from a California, joined by a mish-mash of custom and aftermarket parts

 
Custom Yamaha XV750 Boasts Major Performance Gains for a Far Sportier Demeanor
Custom Yamaha XV750 Boasts Major Performance Gains for a Far Sportier Demeanor

31 Aug 2023, 02:48 UTC · By: Silvian Secara / The powertrain, suspension, and brakes have all been dialed up to eleven, but we’re equally intrigued by the cosmetic side of things

 
One-Off BMW K 1100 RS Cafe Racer Matches Futuristic Looks With Improved Performance
One-Off BMW K 1100 RS Cafe Racer Matches Futuristic Looks With Improved Performance

30 Aug 2023, 03:02 UTC · By: Silvian Secara / Looking for something on this K 1100 that hasn’t been replaced or upgraded is synonymous with searching for the proverbial needle in a haystack

 
QuietKat's Cafe Racer Lynx E-Bike Aims To Please With Styling, Comfort, and Speed
QuietKat's Cafe Racer Lynx E-Bike Aims To Please With Styling, Comfort, and Speed

29 Aug 2023, 09:09 UTC · By: Cristian Curmei / This e-bike uses a 1,000 W motor and can be unlocked to reach speeds beyond 28 mph. Maximum range tops off at 60 miles and it costs $4,000

 
This Svelte Kawasaki Z1000 Cafe Racer Wears Martini Colors, Looks Great Doing It
This Svelte Kawasaki Z1000 Cafe Racer Wears Martini Colors, Looks Great Doing It

29 Aug 2023, 02:26 UTC · By: Silvian Secara / Its striking appearance is just one part of the story, because the handling department has also experienced some radical changes

 
BMW R 100 RT Nebula Looks Striking, Features Top-Shelf Running Gear All-Round
BMW R 100 RT Nebula Looks Striking, Features Top-Shelf Running Gear All-Round

27 Aug 2023, 17:01 UTC · By: Silvian Secara / Ohlins suspension, Brembo brakes, and new wheels were all on the grocery list, but so was a cafe racer aesthetic with neo-retro vibes

 
Honda CB450TR White Shark Doesn’t Bite, But it Might Have You Drooling
Honda CB450TR White Shark Doesn’t Bite, But it Might Have You Drooling

26 Aug 2023, 22:52 UTC · By: Silvian Secara / Sharks are normally a scary sight, for sure, yet this one is quite easy on the eye if you ask me. As a matter of fact, it’s an absolute showstopper

 
One-Off Honda CX500 Cafe Racer Is Spectacular on Just About Every Level
One-Off Honda CX500 Cafe Racer Is Spectacular on Just About Every Level

26 Aug 2023, 22:40 UTC · By: Silvian Secara / There is, of course, the cosmetic side of the equation, though the mechanical variables are by no means any less intriguing