The world's rarest Indian Stylemaster scooter

Indian Scoot Today we will return to discussing about the scooters. Well, the two-wheeled vehicle mode could be said the transitional vehicle product that usually had become one of the options for the automotive industry players in facing the world's economic downturn that occurred shortly after the 2nd World War ended.

1949 Indian Stylemaster posed along with another American-made scooter, 1948 Salsbury Model 85 in the museum. (Picture from: Motoredbikes)

Reportedly, the scooter was started from the unique formed two-wheeled vehicle vehicle named the Autoped firstly invented by Arthur Gibson in Long Island back in 1916, it later developed into a trend for decades all over the world following the success of two Italian manufacturers, Innocenti and Piaggio through their legendary scooter brands (Lambretta and Vespa). 

Meanwhile in America, which is the birthplace of scooters, many scooter manufacturers have also emerged at that time, including those whom are well-known and have long been known in the manufacture of ordinary motorcycles. It was recorded in history that famous American motorcycle manufacturers such as Harley-Davidson also had produced scooter in 1960 named Harley-Davidson Topper.

1949 Indian Stylemaster is powered by 6 horsepower Briggs and Stratton engine. (Picture from: Bonham)

But not many know that long before the Milwauke-based motorcycle maker produced a scooter, it turned out there's another American motorcycle manufacturer, Indian Motorcycle had ever produced scooter model named Indian Stylemaster back in 1949 (some said that's only reached up to prototype and never produced). Indeed, there is very little information related to scooters made by Indian Motorcycle in the past.

It began shortly after World War II ended, Indian Motorcycle was in deep trouble, their dealer network was deteriorated, their factory equipment was outdated, not to mention many other things continued to suck the life blood of a once prosperous company. Peak in 1949, they should killed their famous Indian Chief models and replaced it with a series of small vertical single cylinder and twin cylinder motorcycles.

1949 Lowther Lightnin known as one of the world's rarest two-wheeled vehicles and probably taken as the base of the Indian Stylemaster scooter made by Lowther Manufacturing Co. (Picture from: VespaForever)

And to solve these problems, the management of the company based in Spirit Lake, Iowa then contracted Lowther Manufacturing Co. of Joliet, Illinois to produce a series of small motor scooters. 

At that time the company was known to produce several types of small motorcycles or scooters, and the most famous ones was the Lowther Lightnin', possibility it was then used as the basis for a new scooter to fulfill its contract with Indian Motorcycle.

At the time the Indian Stylemaster scooter was selling poorly despite being advertised as 'America's Most Modern Motor Scooter'. (Picture from: Bike-Urious)

As quoted of Bonham, at that time around 24 scooter variants were offered but it's possible that only 3 models were successfully marketed, namely the Spartan, Vagabond, and the futuristic Stylemaster.

The Indian Stylemaster is powered by 6 horsepower Briggs and Stratton engine, at the time the scooter was selling poorly despite being advertised as 'America's Most Modern Motor Scooter,' and is hardly seen it again nowadays. The scooter has a fairly unique shape featuring front and rear fenders, magneto ignition, a jiffy stand, a locking key ignition, front and rear safety guards, 2-passenger seat, and engine air scoop and a sparkling chrome headlight. 

The Stylemaster production (as well as the partnership with Lowther) was discontinued after run only one year and today about 18 units of the Indian Stylemaster scooter had survived. And the scooter finished in black and brilliant red has been part of a private collection for 5 years, and also is claimed to be museum quality.

No idea if that means it’s only cosmetically perfect, or if it’s capable of running, as well. The seller claims that this is only one of two known Stylemasters in the United States, but we’re having trouble verifying that notion. Whether or not it’s 1 of 2, it’s still definitely a rare scooter and had been sold at Bonham's auction back in 2009 with the price of $10,530.

Kept spur your adrenaline on the power of the two-wheeled monster and stay alive with true safety riding. May God will forgive Your sins and so does the cops...... *** [EKA | FROM VARIOUS SOURCES | INDIAN MOTORCYCLE | BIKE-URIOUS | BONHAM ]

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A special futuristic appearance of K-Speed Honda Bros 400 custom motorbike

Storm's Means Have you ever heard and know about K-Speed? This is a Bangkok-based modifier or builder is indeed a hobby of making motorcycles that have a futuristic and anti-mainstream look. For some people, the custom motorcycle may look sloppy and eccentric, but as usual the K-Speed ​​custom motorcycle always has a strong character.

This Honda BROS 400 Custom Motorcycle built by K-Speed is a futuristic-looking café racer with the appropriate name ‘Future Storm’. (Picture from: OldNewsClub)

Like the figure of this neo cafe racer-style custom motorcycle, plus the base alone might sound very strange to us, namely the Honda Bros 400 aka Honda NT400. This was a low-end motorcycle used to be less interested in the market because of its underpowered performance. 

Honda Bros 400 in Stock Condition. (Picture from: OldNewsClub)

But who doesn't want it if after experieced one makeover prosceses, the Honda Bros looks like this and called the Honda Bros 400 'Future Storm'. As we can see, the most modifications occurs in the body sector and the rear frame.

A Bangkok-based workshop called K-Speed have turned an outdated Honda BROS 400 into an evil-looking and futuristic custom café racer. (Picture from: OldNewsClub)

K-Speed ​​uses aluminum plates to make a new fork guard up to the stern. Everything is made into one piece, like a tank connecting to the stern which looks like a street fighter motorcycle. Likewise for the fork guard, making our memories lead to the futuristic Japanese Gundam anime cartoons or the Star Wars' Stormtrooper.

The fuel tank is slightly smaller than the original and flows perfectly to the new single leather-wrapped seat. (Picture from: OldNewsClub)

And of course this one body component that makes it able to steal of attention while on the streets. Not to forget the belly pan fairing is also quite large under the engine which makes it look more muscular. In order to keep it looking solid but concise, K-Speed ​​deliberately makes some components seem hidden.

This Honda BROS 400 Custom Motorcycle built by K-Speed have custom-built body panels that are kept is a silver finish as a contrast to the all-black bike. (Picture from: OldNewsClub)

If we look at the front at a glance we will not see where the main lights are until we look at the top of the tires. In addition there are also the Motogadget's M-Blaze turn signal mounted under the handlebars and the back of the belly pan fairing.

From the rear, the design looks almost empty with just the wide wheel, black finished chain parts and the small custom tail lights. (Picture from: OldNewsClub)

Then for the finishing, gray and black were chosen which were given clear doff. This color choice seems to strengthen the theme as well as firm curves on the whole body similar to the Gundam.

Kept spur your adrenaline on the power of the two-wheeled monster and stay alive with true safety riding. May God will forgive Your sins and so does the cops...... *** [EKA | FROM VARIOUS SOURCES | K-SPEED | OLDNEWSCLUB ]

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The charm of Royal Enfield café racer from Krom Works

CaféRacer The passion to get a special custom motorcycle will not subside even if it has to travel thousands of kilometers away. Well, to get the best will certainly give its own satisfaction. And a custom motorcycle work is usually born from imagination plus inspiration from various studies of the builder.

The café racer custom motorcycle based of the Royal Einfield Bullet 500 by Krom Works. (Picture from: Otomotif.net)

One important thing in the motorcycle figure has its own identity from its creator as part of its strength. This is one of the characteristics of Krom Works, a southern Jakarta-based custom-motorcycle workshop that has its own charm by playing the chrome accents.

The headlight of the Royal Enfield Bullet 500 café racer customized by Krom Works is integrated with the body and given a unique additional grille. (Picture from: Otomotif.net)

As we can see in one of the latest modification results of the workshop, in which its special style chromated touche penetrated to entire bodyparts of simple dazzling café racer styled motorcycle that combines classic and futuristic nuances by taking the base of the Royal Enfield Bullet 500.

The handlebars of the Royal Enfield Bullet 500 café racer customized by Krom Works mounted inside the body, which makes it a bit complicated and uncomfortable to ride. (Picture from: Otomotif.net)

According to the Builder from Krom Works, Andika Pratama, the motorcycle custom concept is different from the café racer styles in general. As you can see, this motorbike has a stature and appearance that is very unique and different from most custom motorbikes. Therefore, the builder say that the motorbike is not recommended for daily use.

The stop lamp of the Royal Enfield Bullet 500 café racer customized by Krom Works is hidden in its stern and is given an additional grille like the headlights. (Picture from: Otomotif.net)

One of them is from the application of tires with a 21-inch rims on the front and back. Just for info, the motorbike custom project is commissioned by Keith Edney, a customer in UK who want to have the Krom Works custom motorcycle based of the Royal Enfield Bullet 500. Therefore, in this project, the builder only uses the RE Bullet 500 engine which he coincidentally owns as a molding place only, where the entire chassis and custom body will be built around the engine.

Its stainless exhaust made in short-size to match the overall concept and add to the engine roaring of the Royal Enfield Bullet 500 custom motorcycle. (Picture from: Otomotif.net)

Then in the building process, Krom Works builder admitted that it took about 5 months. Almost all the motorbike's body made by hand and only relies on the Royal Enfield Bullet 500 engine. Unless several parts taken from other notorcycles, such as the legs, the Royal Enfield Café Racer uses a rear suspension taken from the Kawasaki Ninja. While the front suspension uses a Girder model with the mechanism inside the motorcycle's body.

Uniquely, the rear monoshock suspension is made as if it is one with this custom Royal Enfield Bullet 500 chassis. (Picture from: Otomotif.net)

The Royal Enfield custom body is made of stainless steel plate material with a thickness of 1.5 mm with a unibody model consisting of several welded series and polished metal finishing until it is shining. Inside the body there is a tank that can hold about 4 liters of gasoline, and to make it look cleaner, the electrical system and battery are stored in the body as well.

The rear drum of the Royal Enfield Bullet 500 café racer customized by Krom Works is made of an aluminum billet which is decorated with brass-touch and air scoops and is mounted into one with the gears. (Picture from: Otomotif.net)

Meanwhile, the Krom Works custom motorcycle's chassis is more likely boxy-shaped, and is made of 8 mm iron plate. The builder admitted, previously more often using iron tubings to make chassis. So no wonder, in the making of the such boxy-shaped chassis is indeed a bit complicated because there must be something welded and forged by hand. After finished, the chassis was then given a green color because it was considered to have classic elements as the bike's owner desires.

This unique motorcycle custom concept has a fairly difficult manufacturing process, that's no wonder the making of this motorbike costs quite a bit of money. According to the builder, the cost spent to build the Royal Enfield café racer style custom motorcycle is in the range of Rp.90 millions to Rp.140 millions (approx $6,300 to $9,800). 

If You want to build such motorcycle, pls contact the builder at +62 838-9999-0459 or You can also seen one of the custom motorcycle results of the Krom Works in here.

Kept spur your adrenaline on the power of the two-wheeled monster and stay alive with true safety riding. May God will forgive Your sins and so does the cops...... *** [EKA | FROM VARIOUS SOURCES | KROM WORKS | NAIKNOTOR.COM ]

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Here's the two-wheeled goldfish wearing BMW badge

Rolling Goldfish The BMW C400X is a fat-styled scooter with a 350 cc engine that has a very modern and stylish design. Just like other scooters, the C400X is also interesting to be modified to make it look more attractive. Indeed, the BMW C 400 X was born with the aggressive look of an adventurous motorcycle.

The BMW C400X wore the body kit of NMoto Golden Age inspired by the 1936 Henderson-Courtney. (Picture from: GridOto)

Although the scooter genre, but the overall design follows his brother BMW GS-Series. But that doesn't make Alex Niznik of NMoto feel satisfied with the standard display which it thinks is less attractive and not unique as well. The modifications made by NMoto based on the design made by Tamás Jakus of Jakusa Design are quite unique, namely that makes its appearance change drastically to be attractive, funnier and old-school.

The BMW C400X 'Golden Age' looks so unique and full of old-school impressions. (Picture from: GridOto)

As quoted of Motoblog, the BMW C 400 X previously has bold look then drastically changed to a rounded one. This package is given the name of NMoto Golden Age which is reportedly inspired by the prototype of the Henderson pre-war motorcycle designed by Orley Ray Courtney of 1936. While the body is made of carbon fiber which in the process, NMoto collaborated with a Russian workshop called Zillers Garage.

Even though the design has changed completely, the NMoto crew still retains some of the modern features of the BMW C400X. (Picture from: GridOto)

These custom bodies consist of seven parts and have many rounded curves that are full of an old impression and a distinctive grille on the front that has been the hallmark of a BMW-made vehicle for a long time. Plus the installation of the headlights using a round model adds to the classic aura, with a small turn signal like a missile.

In addition, the housing for the turn signal lights and a new exhaust system which ends with a grill under the rear body is also made. (Picture from: GridOto)

For installation, it is necessary to make new front and rear subframes to support these large bodies. In addition, the housing for the turn signal lights and a new exhaust system which ends with a grill under the rear body is also made. Next, there are also old-style headlamps and front turn signal lights and a large windscreen.

The NMoto's Golden Age body kit is made only 100 units and available in two color options and four graphic schemes. (Picture from: GridOto)

Then the seat is also made new with a design that is so elegant because it is wrapped in brown leather. Turning to the side body, there is a white bulging body. The overall design does not have a sharp line pull like a scooter in general. Even the green and white color choices used are reminiscent of the past. Then at the stern made by balancing the front. The left and right side cover are made extra large, reminiscent of the goldfish.

The BMW C400X Golden Age's seat is also made new with a design that is so elegant because it is wrapped in brown leather. (Picture from: Kompas)

Even though the design has changed completely, the NMoto crew still retains some of the modern features of the BMW C400X. Like the ABS system, automatic stability control, 6.5-inch instrument panel to a large trunk under the seat. Nothing has changed in terms of drivetrain, the old-school-styled scooter is equipped with a 350cc engine capable of reaching a top speed of 130kph. As for the weight of about 193 kg.

The NMoto's body kit is made and sold only 100 units, which makes it quite limited. Regarding the price, this body kit sells for $12,490 or equivalent to Rp. 178 million and is available in two color options and four graphic schemes.

Kept spur your adrenaline on the power of the two-wheeled monster and stay alive with true safety riding. May God will forgive Your sins and so does the cops...... *** [EKA | FROM VARIOUS SOURCES | NMOTO | JAKUSA DESIGN | MOTOBLOG ]

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The Supermarine is Bandit9's latest underwater-inspired motorcycle

Mobula on the Wheels In the midst of intense business competition among business players in the automotive world, of course, more and different efforts are needed so that their products are seen, demanded and eventually purchased by customers. One thing that is often done by business people in this sector is to display automotive products in unusual and unique forms.

Here's the Supermarine is Bandit9's latest underwater-inspired custom motorcycle. (Picture from: BlackXperience)

There's a Vietnam-based custom motorcycle workshop named Bandit9 reveals to the world one of the most ambitious projects to date named Bandit9 Supermarine whose inspiration came from under the sea. Even its form is like a vehicle that came out of another galaxy.

The fairing of the Bandit9 Supermarine is made in such a way as to form the Mobula Ray (a type of stingray). (Picture from: Visordown)

Over the past decade, Bandit9 has been creating unique handmade motorcycles with futuristic designs. Even the results can not be compared with the custom iron horses on the market. It took one year to work on this model. Yes, they are not taking orders in 2020 and are only focused on working on this one big project. Here're several custom motorcycle made by Bandit9 that we've ever talked before.

The Bandit9 Supermarine's frame is inspired by coral reefs, which also serves to increase airflow in straights and downforce in corners. . (Picture from: RideApart)

Finally in October 2021 the custom workshop launched this unique shaped custom motorcycle. Many are fooled by the name. But it's not wrong if many associate it with the submarine thanks to its rounded shape. The custom workshop said that its unique custom-bike actually taken an inspiration from the marine creature called the Flying Mobula or the Mobula stingray. Sea creatures are known to like to penetrate the surface of the water when swimming, making it look like they are flying.

The coral-like frame is made of 7075 aluminum, which is commonly used in missiles and other military equipment, while the body is made of racing-specific ABS plastic. (Picture from: RideApart)

Designed to be a fast engine, allowing the Supermarine to cut through air with ease. The frame is coral-inspired, increasing airflow in straights and downforce in corners. There are 400 precision-cut components with the latest technology.

The Bandit9 Supermarine comes with Nitron suspension and Brembo brakes as standard, but also offers the possibility to pair it with Ohlins suspension and Berginer brakes. (Picture from: RideApart)

The shape of the body or body panels that are attached is very flowing, from front to back. It is offered in two material options, race-spec ABS plastic or use a carbon fiber body for the Supermarine. The overall frame is made of military grade 7075 aluminum, commonly used for the manufacture of aircraft structures.

Depending on the power the driver wants, Bandit9 Supermarine provides two choices of classic parallel twin engines from Triumph, namely 900cc and 1,200cc. (Picture from: BlackXperience)

Bandit9 also offers two options for its engine. Thsee options are use a Triumph Bonnevile's parallel two-cylinder 900cc and 1,200cc. Thus, the bike that comes with a 900cc engine is capable of producing 74 hp, 59 Nm of torque, and a top speed of 120 mph (193 kph). While a more powerful 1,200cc engine capable to spew power of 103 hp and 83 Nm of torque, making the Supermarine capable of reaching a top speed of 130 mph (209 kph). The motorcycle has a standard five-speed transmission. However, the rider can choose to upgrade to a six-speed gearbox.

The unique Bandit9 Supermarine has a standard five-speed transmission, but there is also the option of upgrading to a six-speed gearbox. (Picture from: BlackXperience)

Other features include electronic fuel injection, a stainless steel exhaust system that can be upgraded to titanium and Nitron or Ohlins suspension. The stopping power required at these speeds comes from the more powerful Brembo 4-piston brakes or the 6-piston Behringer brakes. A special LED display is tucked into the dash or instrument panel.

Bandit9 is currently open for orders for Supermarine, although potential customers should be contacted the workshop to determine the motorbike's built price. But based on previously workshop's custom-built bikes, so the Supermarine custom motorbike estimated initial price is over $30,000, and reportedly, its deliveries start in December 2021.

Kept spur your adrenaline on the power of the two-wheeled monster and stay alive with true safety riding. May God will forgive Your sins and so does the cops...... *** [EKA | FROM VARIOUS SOURCES | BANDIT9 | VISORDOWN | RIDEAPART ]

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Yamaha XSR 155 modified in modern flat track style

Custom Built Customization is one way to change the appearance of a motorcycle to be different from the factory default. Almost all components are made by hand, without deifying the aftermarket accessories available in the market.

A modified Yamaha XSR 155 done by Pap N Mam in a modern flat track style. (Picture from: Viva)

By utilizing the builders or experts to make a custom motorbike, some manufacturers are interested in changing their products to attract the attention of consumers. 

As has been done by the world's famous Japanese motorcycle brand Yamaha (in Indonesia) through PT Yamaha Indonesia Motor Manufacturing (YIMM) took in collaboration with several well-known custom motorcycle workshops in the country. And one of its latest custom projects is with Pap N Mam.

The Yamaha XSR 155 has a neo retro design that can attract attention, but in the hands of Hendra Cahyono of a motorcycle builder and owner of Semarang-based workshop named Pap N Mam, the Yamaha XSR was changed to a modern flat track.

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Hendra said that the Yard Built event is a place for builders and modifiers to be able to realize their dreams of developing motorcycles, which are in accordance with their own wishes.“In this Yard Built program, I carry the Modern Flat Track concept. Through this creation, I can express my ideas and innovations as a whole. All ideas and ideas about developing the bike according to my wishes came true. It's like saying, this is really my motorbike," he said, quoted by VIVA Otomotif Friday, December 31, 2021.

In the process of changing, Hendra played a lot in the legs area. So on the legs the changes look very striking. So that it doesn't look short, then he adds or connects the wheelbase of the XSR 155 motorbike back up to 10 cm (extended swingarm).

Hendra Cahyono of Semarang-based workshop Pap N Mam while on work to custom the Yamaha XSR 155. (Picture from: Viva)

Thus, the dimensions of the XSR 155 will be longer. To make it look more manly, Hendra pinned various knick-knacks on the XSR 155 he changed. For the appearance of the headlights and taillights, he carries the concept of a pop up style headlamp, where the lights can open and close automatically.

Then embed the exhaust header with titanium material equipped with exhaust valvetronic features and custom aluminum cylinders. And so that it looks macho even when parked, Hendra has attached a side standard that is equipped with the ESS (Electronic Side Stand) feature. "The reason is because in my work, safety features must still be considered. That's why I pinned the ESS feature on the side," as Hendra concluded then.

Kept spur your adrenaline on the power of the two-wheeled monster and stay alive with true safety riding. May God will forgive Your sins and so does the cops...... *** [EKA | FROM VARIOUS SOURCES | VIVA.CO.ID | OTOMOTIF.KOMPAS | 100KPJ.COM | OTOPLUS ]

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