LBC Motorcycles of Argentina Leading the way this week, with the HRC theme Honda CB750 street tracker. Then we’ll look at the redesigned Ducati Panigale V4, the custom Triumph Thruxton from Tamarit Motorcycles and the Indian Scout with its classic Scout styling.
Honda CB750 by LBC Motorcycles As for customers, Juan Taurel of LBC Motorcycles in Argentina has some pretty good ones. One day, his friend Pipe came into the LBC shop with a really bad looking 1981 Honda CB750 Custom, a Yamaha R1 fork and wheel set, and a very short brief. Juan could build whatever he wanted with the donor bike—as long as it was cool.
The CB750C’s cruiser-style presence was never meant for the track, so Juan stripped the bike down and ruthlessly tossed the parts into the trash. Up front, R1 forks were installed, a new front fender was installed, and an LED headlight was bolted on with a custom bracket. The cockpit was pretty basic, with a single round gauge and Biltwell Inc. grips.
A custom stainless steel swingarm was fabricated by Juan’s friend Omar to accommodate the R1’s 190-section rear tire. A new subframe was fabricated to accommodate the custom monoshock suspension and paired with a custom fiberglass flat-track seat. Housing the electronics and battery, it’s incredibly slim and matches the stock tank perfectly.
The engine and carburetors were rebuilt using a large selection of CB750 parts that Omar had on hand, as shipping parts from Japan to Argentina can take a while. Industria Chernobyl fabricated the four-into-one stainless steel exhaust, and the CNC-machined aluminum footpegs were also custom-made.
For a bike that was so loaded with excess when Honda released it, Juan has done a fantastic job of stripping it down to its essentials. The combination of the seat and tank is perfect, and the HRC-inspired paint job adds a touch of vintage charm to the completely modernized CB750. [Source]
The much-anticipated update to the Ducati Panigale V4 just debuted at World Ducati Week. The 2025 version marks the seventh generation of the Bologna-based company’s premium superbike—if you start counting from the 1987 Ducat 851.
Style, refinement, and performance are the three hallmarks that Ducati CEO Claudio Domenicali emphasized during the presentation. Style is almost second nature to the Italians—and even before it was mentioned in Ducati’s presentation, we could see that the new Panigale V4 takes inspiration from the iconic 916.
The headlight and fairing design is smoother and less angular than before. The shark gill openings on the fairing are gone, with the new bodywork giving the Desmosedici a more aggressive feel. Body-coloured front spoilers are now standard.
Aerodynamic drag has been reduced by four per cent and a thin black panel now separates the front end from the redesigned fuel tank for more movement. The footpegs have been moved inwards by 10mm to increase ground clearance.
Ducati Corse set new stiffness targets for the frame and swingarm on the new Panigale V4, which brings us to the most problematic issue—the double-sided swingarm. Ducati’s flagship sports bike has had a single-sided swingarm for so long that diehard Ducati fans have been pretty upset about the new design. At the end of the day, if it’s good enough for Francesco Bagnaia’s MotoGP bike, it’s good enough for us mere mortals (plus it looks awesome).
In terms of performance, despite the new V4 engine having a more restrictive Euro5+ certification, Ducati engineers have managed to increase power by 0.5 horsepower. The standard model now produces 216 horsepower, which can be increased to 228 horsepower with the Ducati Performance racing exhaust from Akrapovič.
The new Panigale V4 is also the world’s first motorcycle to feature Brembo’s HypureTM front brake calipers; they are lighter, dissipate heat more efficiently and deliver more consistent performance.
With a starting price of $25,995, the new Panigale V4 certainly doesn’t come cheap, but Ducati wants to make the case that it’s the closest thing to a MotoGP race bike available. If you want to go one step further, the new Panigale V4 S starts at $33,895. Go-fast(er) details on the Panigale V4 S include new Öhlins SmartEC3.0 electronically controlled suspension, forged aluminum wheels, and a lightweight lithium battery.
It’s expensive, fast, and beautiful, and we can’t wait to try it. [Ducati Panigale V4]
Triumph Thruxton by Tamarit Motorcycles Tamarit’s latest build (numbered 151) was made for a party-loving local from Ibiza who wanted to stand out from the crowd. The client got exactly what he paid for—as the Spanish custom shop worked hard on this rose gold-plated timepiece. mixer.
Start with nothing but an air cooler Thruxton Victory 900 engine and crude frame, Tamarind added a ton of touches and custom accessories. The wheels were the first to be coated in bronze, matching the new belt drive conversion. Custom number plates on the front and sides of the bike feature the number 19, with the front plate including a custom LED headlight to light up the streets of Ibiza at night.
The Scrambler handlebars are finished off with Motogadget switches, Rizoma bar-end turn signals, new levers, Biltwell Inc. Kung Fu mirrors and grips. A Motogadget Motoscope Mini is housed in the handlebar clamps for added cleanness.
The tank features a brass Tamarit badge and easily transitions to a bespoke single-piece seat. Mounted on the rear of the bike on a new subframe, the leather seat almost overshadows the stunning Tamarit monoshock conversion. Designed and perfected over many years and countless Triumph modern classics, the company’s single-shock swingarm is one of the most beautiful on the market.
The engine has been rebuilt for reliability a few more times and blacked out to match the rest of the bike. The twin exhausts run alongside the engine and protrude under the seat, with a beautiful heat shield that’s a clever reversal of the front fork cover design. The battery has been relocated and now sits under the swingarm.
The Tamarit 151 isn’t everyone’s cup of tea, but we still love it. Those rose gold accents are gorgeous, and a clear sign that the Tamarit team is still thinking outside the box. [Source]
Indian Scout by Brittney Olsen Building a bike for a famous artist can be a daunting task. Add Roland Sands to the mix and it’s a whole different ballgame. Not one to shy away from pressure, Brittney Olsen of 20th Century Racing set out to build an amazing bike. Indian Scouts for American country music star Nikki Lane.
This build is the second of three planned as part of Indian Motorcycle’s ‘Forged’ series. Inspired by Cecilia Adams (an incredible female motorcycle racer of the 1950s), Brittney Olsen has injected some serious ’40s and ’50s style into this all-new Indian Scout.
Starting with the wheels, 19F/18R rims from an Indian FTR are laced to Scout hubs. The front end is a hand-built beam setup, complete with 1940s Indian Chief springs, shocks, and handlebar risers.
The custom handlebars are made from stainless steel and cleverly retain the factory console. Small LED turn signals are carefully hidden around the middle of the beam, with Scout headlights leading the way.
The tank uses the lower section of the Scout tank (to hold the fuel pump and air intake) integrated with the Springfield and Chieftain tank covers to retain the Scout Sport’s teardrop shape. A vintage Bates seat and rear fender were installed, along with an extended rear fender and custom rear struts to really capture the 50s charm.
Jeremy Pederson put in custom lettering, stripes, and gold and silver foil, all of which look fantastic against the custom black paint. The polished exhausts contrast nicely with the all-black, and the stock taillights aren’t too obtrusive.
Nikki Lane is delighted with the results, which is to be expected. Brittney fulfilled the request and produced a bike so beautiful that we wouldn’t be surprised if Indian incorporated some of her designs into their factory bikes. [More]
