The idea of having a custom motorcycle is one to pump up any true bikehead, no doubt. For some, building one themselves is even more satisfying. Even so, a big question lingers: Are home-built or ...

With a Master's degree in English Literature and six years of writing experience, Aayush has been contributing to TopSpeed for over two years. Since 95% of his personality is motorcycles, he goes ...

If you’re a custom motorcycle builder and there’s one event where you fantasize about showcasing your build, it has to be Japan’s Yokohama Hot Rod Custom Show. It’s the crème de la crème of custom ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Kristin Shaw is an automotive journalist based in Texas. Dream Rides is a world-renowned custom motorcycle shop that is owned by ...

Be it a classic toaster tank model or a modern oil-cooled four-valve, motorcycle builders can’t seem to get enough of the BMW boxer twin — and it’s for good reason. The platform is ubiquitous in the ...

Luke started working as a Freelance Writer for HotCars in 2020. After three years, he moved to a more permanent role with the TopSpeed motorcycle content team as a Journalist. Motorcycle design is a ...

For most people, it’s hard to fathom what true speed on a motorcycle actually feels like. Even most riders have never experienced velocities that might make them question their place in the world.

Royal Enfield's Busted Knuckles Build-Off is now in its third season, and some wild custom creations have emerged from five separate builders ...

Different riders want different things from their motorcycles. Some prefer a bike that's low-maintenance — you buy it, hop on, and it just works without you doing too much. Others prioritize ...