The ONE by Fat Attack AG

This is one hell of a Harley. Pictured above is “The One” from Switzerland-based Fat Attack AG. The name from the fact that Fat Attack considers it the best ever showcase of their ability to produce a very high performance reliable bike that you can title, legally ride and service at any Harley-Davidson dealer. The body of The One is made of titanium, aluminum and carbon fiber, thereby reducing the weight by 60kg. The power has been increased to 110HP.

Tron Light Cycle design contest sees some stunning sketches

Last month, Car Design Fetish announced results for the Batmobile Design Competition, a design competition centered around the vehicle used by the Dark Knight in his Gotham-saving enterprises. Now, SideQuesting, a sister site of Car Design Fetish, has announced results for the design competition that asked to create a new concept for the Light Cycle vehicle from the Tron movie series. More than 100 works were submitted in less than 20 days for the Light Cycle Design Contest, from 3D renderings to pencil sketches. The competition was launched to celebrate the upcoming launch of Tron and Tron: Legacy on DVD and Blu-ray. 

While John A. Frye has won in the US category, the International category has gone to Raphael Laurent. John A. Frye from California has been working as a designer at Honda R&D Americas since 1997. His Light Cycle emphasized on the high-tech design with a striking blue-orange contrast. His design brings to mind the vision of a biker gang in the Tron’s world. I just love the way the rider is gripping the handlebars. The honorable mentions in the US category went to Izaak Moody, Vaughan Ling and Chris Greazel. 

In the International category, Daniel Kafka (UK), Huynh Ngoc Lan (Vietnam) and Paulo Italiani (Brazil) grabbed the honorable mentions.  Peep the rest here.

Bespoke Harley-Davidson 'Unorthodox' by Warr's of London

For biking buffs who treasure their Harleys, but are looking to explore the custom-made territory to add to their rich collection, we introduce you to the “Unorthodox” – the latest creation by London-based custom Harley-Davidson designer Charlie Stockwell of Warr’s Harley-Davidson. The new, custom Harley is strikingly different from the other designs offered ever from Stockwell and Warr’s H-D. Stockwell is well known for his award-winning and trend-setting vintage designs, but with the bespoke Harley-Davidson Unorthodox, he has dared to break the tradition. It flaunts an attention-grabbing cocktail of chrome and carbon fiber, along with neo-vintage styling. You will find no leather or tassels on this Harley. 

Almost everything on the Unorthodox has been handmade by Stockwell himself. He stripped down the original Harley-Davidson Fatboy, leaving behind just the engine and chassis. The oil tank was removed from beneath the seat and the chassis was reshaped to drop the solid carbon fiber solo saddle to an extreme slammed ride height. Other highlights include a new oil tank, high-low dual exhaust system, MotoGP spec Ohlins front forks, custom made CNC triple trees and Brembo monobloc calipers.

The tuned 113ci Screamin’ Eagle H-D engine has been done with glossy black powder coat. The carbon fiber, race style clip-on handlebars are fitted with Performance Machine controls to complement the huge wheels wrapped in Metzeler rubber, 3″ open primary drive and foot controls.

The Unorthodox will be showcased in the Warr’s showroom on the King’s Road in London until the summer, when its lucky owner will drive it home.

Thanks, Charlie Stockwell, Warr’s H-D

S T A N C E. - Erik Buell Racing 1190RS

Former Harley-Davidson employee, Erick Buell is definitely reaping the benefits of being on his own. Just look at the new Erik Buell Racing 1190RS, a roadgoing version of his 1190RR superbike racer that will start at about $40,000 or so. A slightly less expensive version using fiberglass and plastic in place of carbon fiber may also be in the offing. Like all of Erik’s bikes, fuel is held in the frame, which is manufactured by the same company that welded up the units from the previous Buell motorcycle company, and the engine is a V-Twin design displacing 1190cc, but now horsepower figures have been announced yet.