The exact definition of 'café racer' is often debated, but it holds a special meaning for Kenji Heianzan, founder of the Japanese workshop Minami Motorcycle. “We pursue what we call the 'Way of the Café,'” he tells us. “It's a philosophy that values quiet confidence, balance, and street presence, without pretense.” Minami Motorcycle is a small two-man operation based in Meguro—a quiet residential ward in Tokyo. They have a particular affinity for iconic Japanese bikes like the Hon...| Bike EXIF
The annals of motorcycling history are filled with ‘tweeners’—motorcycles that improved upon outgoing models, but eventually fizzled out to make way for the next generation. Just like the Honda CBX 750 F. The CBX 750 F was an update on the beloved (and indeed iconic) CB750, but it wasn't nearly as popular, and wasn't really sold in the US either. It was pretty cool in its own way though, with a 'modern' DOHC 16-valve motor and radical sport touring styling that, like most things from th...| Bike EXIF