Art Deco meets Automotive with this vintage-inspired custom BMW C400X scooter

Harkening back to the halcyon days of pre-war motoring when transportation was equal parts speed, style, and skill, the Golden Age captures this sentiment in a modern incarnation. The Golden Age is best described as a modified version of the BMW C400X, with its spiritual ancestor being the classic 1930 Henderson Model KJ Streamline. With a curvaceous design that’s highly reminiscent of the automobiles from a century ago, the Golden Age is just a vintage-inspired treat to look at… complete with chrome trims to punctuate the curved black volumes, a classic circular headlight, and a plush leather throne for the rider to sit on.

“The sleek streamliner will be powered by a 2020 BMW 350cc engine producing approximately 35hp and will employ all the modern convenience, technology and reliability built into the C400X. Coupled with a low center of gravity, the Golden Age is designed to be both powerful and nimble on city streets, not to mention supremely practical and rakishly handsome”, says Alexander Niznik, founder of NMOTO, the company producing the custom body for the bike.

Among other details that the Golden Age borrows from the Henderson KJ is its beautiful vertical grille. Adapting it, however, for the BMW machine, the custom bike sports the signature kidney-style split grille, reminiscent of the BMW 328 Roadster. Unlike the Henderson KJ, however, the Golden Age aims at being practical and comfortable to ride. The scooter-style seating arrangement gives the rider a lot of leg-space and makes it easy to mount or unmount the bike. Fold-out footrests are even built into the body for a pillion rider, and a conveniently located refueling inlet on the front means you can fill gas into the bike without needing to deboard. The Golden Age is expected to be unveiled in Spring 2021.

Designers: Tamas Jákus, Rostyslav Matiukhin, and NMOTO

Art-inspired Hipster Moto

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The Misija motorcycle is proof that inspiration can come from the strangest of places! You’d never guess that this ultramodern naked style cafe racer was influenced by the cutest artistic creatures ever! Specifically, the Misija elephant miniature sculpture’s soft, curvaceous form is translated to the body and primary shape of the bike, accounting for the tank, side fairings and engine compartment with all other components built around.

Designer: Tamás Jakus

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The Naked Rocket

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Inspired by the legendary Triumph Rocket, the brand’s 400 MPH endeavor to break the current land-speed record, the Speed Triple Rocket applies the same aerodynamics, material innovation and high engine performance. The expansion to the Speed Triple line features a removable Carbon Kevlar monocoque front fairing as well as carbon fiber tank, seat, mirror and light accents. Enhanced tuning of the 1050 engine with greater lightness make it the perfect Triple for tackling the salt flats!

Designer: Tamás Jakus

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