Iron and Resin's 'El Guapo'

 If you have a love for things of the past - handmade machines and quality clothing - and Iron and Resin is not on your radar...well, it should be.  The Ventura, CA-based boys at Iron and Resin recently posted this stunning hardtail 1956 Triumph T110 pre unit dubbed El Guapo, and rightly so.

Racing in the snow?!

Being from Southern California, we don't get too many snow days 'round these parts.  We think it's cold when it drops below 60°F.  That being said, watching this Yamaha R1 with spiked tires and Porsche GT3 RS ripping around a snowy track looks like a lot of fun.  And it looks cold....really, really cold.

Which would you prefer to race around that track?  via BA Moto

The American :: Deus America

After seeing The American in person at the Emporium of Postmodern Activities grand opening, we couldn't wait to see more.  Deus America had already put out their Venice SR500 (featured here) but this is the first full-blown custom build to come out of the 'Emporium'.

BMW Cafe Racer by Team Incomplete

Here at The Bullitt we love some BMW Cafe Racers and when we came across Team Incomplete's build we were blown away. The story of this build started when the owner went down at 70mph and only the wheels, forks and engine were salvageable.  After 4 months of staring at the wrecked bike, the owner vowed to restore the Boxer, making it meaner and leaner than its original state.

Cafe Racer Pencil Drawings by Keith Winter

I stumbled across these amazing pencil drawings from the 8negro blog.  Artist Keith Winter has great attention to detail, carefully representing each motorcycle to its truest form.  Expand this post and let us know which one is your favorite.

Sneak Peek :: Bullitt OG Inverted Front End

The Bullitt OG is getting a facelift and we're working out the details.  I stopped over at British Customs again and did a little mock up on a spare Bonnie they had available.  It's great to have a local shop that's into my projects.

Inspiration :: Blitz Motorcycyles

Another example of what it's all about.


via 8negro

Reader's Rides :: Jim G's 2008 Triumph Scrambler

Jim G from Dayton, Ohio sent in photos of his stunning 2008 Triumph Scrambler.  Rocking aggressive Continental TKC80's, this little beast looks ready to rip.

Ornamental Conifer and the Kingdom of Kicks

We've had our eyes on the amazing work of Britain-based traditional sign writer Nicolai Sclater aka 'Ornamental Conifer' for some time now but when we saw photos of his Kingdom of Kicks crew's studio and bike workshop we had to share.  Expand this post to see much more!

Classified Moto - 1982 Throwback Commercial

John Ryland and the Classified Moto crew are doing it right, and having fun with it too.  Check out their new/old "commercial" complete with mutton chops and epic voice overs.

Deus Ex Machina :: 'House Warming' in LA

Deus Ex Machina had their opening party for their first location in the USA dubbed the 'Venice Emporium of Postmodern Activities'.

British Customs Top Triple Trees

We've been working with British Customs again, this time messing around with their custom triple trees. 

Reader's Rides: 1972 Triumph T100R Daytona

James sent in some photos of his 1972 Triumph T100R Daytona.  This 500cc twin puts out

Cafe Racer TV :: Season 3

We are happy to annouce that Cafe Racer TV will return for its third season on Velocity.  It doesn't appear specific dates have been released but Season 3 is set to air this April.  We'll keep you updated here at The Bullitt.  Make sure to expand this post to watch the Season 3 teaser!

Drake McElroy's Honda CR250 2-Stroke Cafe Racer

Here at The Bullitt we're a little obsessed with 2-stroke cafes at the moment.  There's something so fun about a torquey, lightweight machine spewing smoke that reminds what riding is all about.  This bike here is built by FMX'er and Smoking Seagull, Drake McElroy. 

Riding Dirt :: Moto 3

I got my start in the dirt.  Seeing this makes me want to get back out there.


via Dutchman Photo

Twenty-One Artists :: Twenty-One Helmets

The event Twenty-One Helmets, Twenty-One Artists was a brilliant idea.  Taking place during the wet rainy winter in the Pacific Northwest,

Bullitt XS Update

 The XS build is coming along nicely.  Make sure to expand this post to see more of the progress.

CB Cafe Racer :: 'Total B'

Super clean CB racer with upside down forks....

FOR SALE :: Custom Triumph Thruxton Cafe Racer

I present to you today a very badass custom 2006 Triumph Thruxton cafe racer for sale.  This bike is located in San Diego and comes from our friends, The Beer Booters.  If you haven't heard of 'em...

Radical Ducati :: RAD02 Pursang

The guys from Radical Ducati in Madrid are making a name for themselves building ultra-lightweight Ductai rippers.  This one here is no exception. 

Reader's Rides :: Gold "Triumph of Bacchus and Ariadne"

Check out this custom 2011 Triumph Thruxton.  Owner Brian purchased the Thruxton in August 2010 and quickly started thinking how he could make the bike look unique.  Unsatisfied with the original paint he began to think of his options.  Being a big art history fan...

Bullitt Build :: Yamaha XS750

Like the ladies here in Orange County - California, that is - this XS needs a tummy tuck and a face lift just to fit in on these trendy streets.  This shaft driven 1977 Yamaha XS 750 has been choking down the twinkies and is going vegan...stat!   No more double mocha frappuccinos from the local Starbies either.

Motorcycle vs. Car Drift Battle 2

The sequel to the Icon original video: Motorcycle vs. Car Drift Battle - Nick 'Apex' Brocha is back and this time he brought his Empire teammate, Ernie Vigil. The two are mounted on a pair of crackling Triumph Speed Triples - built by Roaring Toyz for the sole purpose of going sideways.

Lucky 13 "Let's Ride" Hoodie Short Film

Here's a cool little video my buddy Heath "Chief" Coffran put together for Lucky 13 featuring BA Moto's own Scooter.

Int'l Motorcycle Show :: Long Beach, Calif.

The International Motorcycle Show in Long Beach, Calif. was a great event.  Tons of cool bikes, both custom and stock, were on display.  Make sure to expand this post to see a TON of additional photos from the day.  Also, we want to know - which is your favorite bike from the show?

Retro Moto TV Trailer

Check out this video for a not-yet picked up vintage motorcycle show hosted by Matt from the blog Smoke and Throttle.

If this does get picked up (and we hope it does), would you tune in?

Norton Commando v Triumph Thruxton v Hyde Harrier v Enfield Clubman

Here's a review of a Norton Commando 961 Cafe Racer, Ace 904 Thruxton Special, Hyde Harrier Jubilee and Royal Enfield Clubman brought to you by Motorcycle News. 

If you could choose one, which would it be?

A Russian Triumph

Check out this sweet little custom Triumph cafe racer built by Yuri Shif Customs out of Russia. They don't have any other cafe racers on their sites so if this is their first...

Streetracker :: Motorcycle Photography as Art

Back in July The Bullitt featured the Streetracker blog because of the stunning photography from Raffaele Paolucci.  I was pleasantly surprised to see a new twist to Raffaele's usual photos.  These would look amazing blown up huge on some plain white walls!

Make sure to expand this post to see more of his shots!

Triumph + Pikes Peak

Here's a beautiful, heavily modified 2011 Triumph Speed Triple created for destroying Pike's Peak.  The video below features this bike and Team Latus Motors Racing's experience at the Peak.

Team: Latus Motors Racing
Powered by RSRacing
Pilot: Joe Kopp
Official Time: 11:26.530
Altitude: 14,110 ft.
Turns: 156
via supacustom

Dream Triton

Spotted this sexy Triton over at Cafe Racer Culture.  Simply stunning.

The Unusual Suspect

Cool little video of a new So Cal bike builder.  Motocross inspired CB750, Bullitt approved.


via supacustom

Deus Ex Machina :: The Venice SR500

Bikes are starting to roll out the doors of Deus Ex Machina's new shop in Venice, CA.  This is the first SR to make it's appearance - a caffeinated SR500 bound for Oyster Bay, New York. This is the fourth bike built by Michael "Woolie" Woolaway for Billy Joel and 20th Century Cycles. Crafted and conceived by Woolie based on the brief provided by Billy Joel and Alex from 20th Century Cycles.

British Customs 2-into-1 Exhaust

The Bullitt got to team up with British Customs to work on their new 2-into-1 exhaust system.  We're developing the step-by-step instructions to assist customers in installs of their own.  We've had this sytem on our bike for about a month and are completely in love.  You don't just gain style points with this system...

A Monkee Triton?!

Lars from The Wrenchmonkees is doing a brown/black/alloy Triumph Truxton in a Special Norton wideline frame.  Colors look amazing and these guys will not dissapoint.  We'll definitely be following this build closely over here!!

 

Reader's Rides :: 1968 Triumph T100C 500

Murner sent in some great shots of is 1968 T100C 500.  He's rocking struts in lieu of shocks, sporting a 21" front wheel, heat-wrapped factory metal works pipes and a custom rattle-canned tank.  Great looking bike Murner, thanks for sending it our way!!

Los escapes de la Triumph

The guys at CafeRacerDreams are putting out a sweet custom high-exit exhaust.  They just have some teaser photos up now and promise to show this finished product soon.  A scrambler-style 2-into-1 with a SuperTrapp muffler is enough to keep us coming back for more!  They have a ton of fun builds going on so be sure to check out their blog!

Are you afraid of 'bikers'?

Drifting

Though it doesn't have much to do with cafe racers, this is a pretty impressive video, demonstrating insane control on a motorbike.  Regardless of what you ride, you have to appreciate his ability to make that bike his bitch.  Looks like a damn good time to boot!



Spotted via Corpses From Hell Blog