WORDS SAMUEL JEFFERSON // IMAGES SAILING ENERGY Once a term for a 60s motorbike, now the name of a fast, stylish daysailer – this is what played out when four Baltic 68 Café Racers bore down together at the Superyacht Cup Palma The term ‘poetry in motion’ tends to be overused. And yet, if you […] The post THE CLASS OF 68 appeared first on Doyle Sails.| Doyle Sails
The café racer style has regained popularity among motorcycle fans who value both design and performance. This trend highlights a return to simple, lightweight builds that mix classic looks with modern engineering. Riders appreciate its clean lines, sporty stance, and the freedom to customize each machine to match their own taste. The Honda CB750 Four, first launched decades ago, remains one of the most respected motorcycles ever made. Its innovative engine and dependable performance set ...| Return of the Cafe Racers
Cafe racers stand apart from other motorcycles because of their stripped-down style and focus on performance. Built with a mix of modern parts and vintage| Return of the Cafe Racers
The Triumph Thruxton 400 enters the 400cc segment with a design that blends modern updates with nods to classic cafe racer styling. Built on the same platform as Triumph’s other 400 models, it features a slimmer tank, clip-on handlebars, and a distinctive front fairing that sets it apart. While it shares the TR-series engine with the Speed 400, small performance tweaks give it a slight edge in power. Its compact frame, lower seat height, and ergonomic setup make it accessible for a wid...| Return of the Cafe Racers
Just over two years since its foray into the small bike segment with the Speed 400, Triumph has unveiled the latest in its Thruxton cafe racer series with roughly the same underpinnings, but more distinctive modern classic styling.| New Atlas
Building a custom Honda CX-500 on a budget takes careful planning and hands-on creativity. The process so far has included reshaping the frame, crafting a seat base, creating side covers, and developing a unique headlight bracket. Each step uses affordable materials and simple tools to keep costs low while ensuring that every modification fits the bike’s look and structure. For the next stage, attention turns to making and mounting custom gauge holders and a rear mud guard. The approach sti...| Return of the Cafe Racers
When looking at a Cafe Racer, there are many ways to create a unique bike. Some builders choose to work with a modest budget, using affordable parts and simple changes. Others invest heavily, customizing nearly every detail for style and performance. Both approaches have their own value, and neither is right or wrong. This article examines two Cafe Racers built with very different budgets: an affordably built Yamaha XS 650 and a fully customized Honda CB450. It covers important aspects suc...| Return of the Cafe Racers
In this video, the speaker presents a detailed look at a custom-built Honda TMX 150 Supremo. The project started when a client from Iligan City brought in a base bike and asked for a vintage Honda CB cafe racer style from the 1970s. After delivering on the client’s vision with various updates and sharing progress photos, the team was pleased with the outcome. The video provides a close review of the bike’s new and upgraded parts, from a custom headlight setup and classic speedometer [...| Return of the Cafe Racers
Restoring an old Honda CB750 into a cafe racer takes patience, planning, and a good understanding of motorcycle mechanics. The bike at the heart of this project, dating back to the late 70s or early 80s, was partly disassembled and needed attention to its carburetor, wiring, and fuel system before any major customizations could happen. The process began with basic troubleshooting and preparing the main parts, like the battery, carburetor, and wiring. Each step, from fitting new gaskets to fix...| Return of the Cafe Racers
Explore Amazon's rarest Cafe Racer. Only 4 exist! It's the cheapest & most expensive. Unboxing reveals oddities & quality issues.| Return of the Cafe Racers
