We have gone global this week, with kindness from France, South Africa, Portugal and the US. Our list includes the Triumph Bobber, a timely Triton, a custom electric Supermoto and the new Indian and Super73 collaboration. We close with a video of a vintage dirt bike from Age of Glory.
Triumph Bobber by BAAK Motocyclettes The Triumph Bobber looks classy out of the box — but that makes customization difficult. That’s why many builders choose to tweak it rather than overhaul it — and why the most ingenious companies produce bolting parts for it.
BAAK Motocyclettes is one such company. With headquarters in France and the US, they have customized a wide range of Triumphs and have a catalog stacked with bits dedicated to Triumph.
This Bobber has an elegant combination of parts, combined with a sunny color. Dubbed the ‘Sacramento’, it’s an homage to the customary culture of Californians (and their LA store). And everything you see here can be replicated on your own bobber, with a swipe of a credit card and a weekend in the garage.
Starting at the front, BAAK fitted their own signature Bobber-style spring fork. A higher-duty ‘BAAK No. 1’ handlebars, held by custom aluminum bars and fitted with a Biltwell Inc. grip. Up front are Bates-style headlights, with Motogadget speedo sinks into it.
The switches are especially cute; they are BAAK’s own kits, held in place by leather straps. The team also installed a new set of cables (to accommodate the wider slats) and a mirror under the rod.
Out back, you’ll find a new BAAK seat, a new shock absorber and a leather cover over the opening of the frame. The air conditioning box has also been removed and the silencer has been swapped out. Oh, and the drive is finally converted from a chain to a belt setup.
Plus, these seemingly small mods made a huge impact on the Hinckley twins. And it’s hard not to like that bright white, yellow, and black. [More]
Justin Steyn’s Triton Tidy this Triton came from Justin Steyn in South Africa and took ten years to build. As Tritons goes, it doesn’t stumble upon any new ground, visually, but that’s exactly how Justin intended it to be. He told us that at first he came up with some ideas around, but then “I figured it out and decided to build her in the right Manx style, in the right period, mid to late stages of the series. year 50″.
The construction is a tribute to the late Rhodesian racer, Ray Amm. He won two divisions at the Isle of Man TT in 1953, and won several honors at other events throughout his career. ’59’ is his number.
The Triton featured a 1962 Triumph T120 650 cc front-end engine, completely rebuilt with new bearings, pistons and rpm. It also sports upgraded cams and lighter gears, with a Norton AMC transmission and Amal carbs.
The frame is a 1955 Norton Dominator Wideline Featherbed unit, and Justin is quick to point out that it’s an original – not a copy. It is connected to a Norton Roadholder fork, fitted inside a new cartridge from Landsdowne Engineering. Morad Akront’s rims are attached to a Triumph muffler, which has been machined to cool and reduce weight.
Although the bodywork looks restored, it’s all new. The fuel tank, saddle, number plate and windscreen are all handcrafted from aluminum, and the exhaust is also a unique product. The custom tank strap is a combination of stainless steel and leather, and the seats are upholstered in leather and Alcantara.
Justin didn’t go it alone – Rob Godwin built the bodywork, Kyle Harvey reworked the engine and Alan Mendelbaum repainted the fuel tank and number plate by hand to IOMTT regulations in black and gold. “I asked him not to try to hide the brushstrokes to give the bike a more realistic feel,” Justin said.
“British cycling legends in South Africa also worked on this bike: Peter Moody and Henry Kinnear, both deceased and revered in the historic motor brotherhood.”
Completed with an array of period-correct parts, this Triton is the perfect time capsule design. But despite taking a decade to bring it to life, Justin sold it and moved on to the next project. [Justin Steyn Instagram | Images by Dom Barnardt]
Electric Supercar Liion by Axiis Engineering Art The team at Axiis in Portugal know how to use a CNC machine — the company produces a delicious range of parts for enduro motorcycles and bikes. Now, they have extended their capabilities to the fullest, by building a motorcycle.
Delivers 134 hp / 240 Nm electricity engine of undisclosed origin, Liion is 133 kg [293 lbs] Supermoto has been 4 years of production. And the good news is that Axiis is planning to put it into production soon.
This bike has sped up the Lisbon-based company’s skill set in a huge way. The chassis and battery pack are integrated for maximum rigidity, and the rear wheel is held by a beautiful single-sided swingarm. The running equipment is the top shelf; WP suspension forks, Öhlins rear shock absorbers and Brembo brakes.
All Liion’s bodywork is also custom. Axiis created it by machining aluminum molds to shape the final carbon fiber parts. The design is slim, minimalist and purposeful, and performance is clearly at the top of Axiis’s checklist.
One of the founders of Axiis, Luís Fialho, explains that their goals are stiffness, optimal weight distribution, low center of gravity, and a usable shape. “The weight distribution is close to what a sports car uses,” he explains, “with 54% of the weight on the front wheels. The rider position is different from a regular supermoto, to be able to put more weight in the front and provide all the power without tipping the motorcycle.”
Axiis is currently reviewing funding options to make a commercial version of Liion a reality. And we hope they get it right, because this thing looks wild and we’d love to see a street version of it. [More]
India eFTR Hooligan 1.2 Indian Motorcycle has just added a new one FTR on their list, but it’s not what you might think. The American motorcycle company has partnered with American e-bike company Super73 to offer a pint-sized e-bike called the eFTR Hooligan 1.2.
Using one of the Super73’s popular pedal-assist e-bikes as a base, the eFTR Hooligan 1.2 adds huge FTR style. Starting at $3,999.99, it’s not advertised as an all-electric motorcycle – instead, it’s advertised as a sassy urban race.
The 1.2 kW motor can get you a top speed of 28 mph (with pedal assist) and can run with just the pedal or throttle, or in multiple pedal assist modes. The removable 960-watt battery claims a minimum range of 40 miles on throttle alone and up to 75 miles in ‘Eco’ pedal assist mode. There’s also a faster “Terrain” mode for use anywhere other than public roads.
Everything is packed in an aluminum frame, with upside down forks, disc brakes and 20-inch wheels. The car’s style is outstanding, with BMX-style sport bars with crossbars, neat headlights, knobby tires and spacious benches. The FTR and Indian branding inspired paint job on the battery is just like home here.
Using an existing platform to create something accessible to a wider audience is a clever Indian ploy. They realized that the smaller electric cars attracted a different audience than their usual customer base and bought something that had been developed from the ground up.
Finally, the eFTR Hooligan 1.2 is also an easy entry to the Indian brand, as you can drive it without a license in the US. Plus, it looks pretty good, and would be a remarkable spot to dash around.
We’ll park one in the garage in no time… do you want it? [Indian eFTR Hooligan 1.2]
The Last Romantics of Age of Glory Is it horse riding season yet? Otherwise, this short film by French motorcycle apparel brand, Age of Glory, will keep you encouraged until the weather warms up.
Produced by Chez Moi Prod, the video reflects the company’s love for classic motorcycles. It also follows a simple formula; there’s no cheesy blues soundtrack and no grinder sparks, just some guys sitting on vintage bikes and looking high. [Age of Glory | Chez Moi Prod | Images by Tom Tubiana]
