Unique opportunity to buy a one-of-a-kind custom Cafe Racer made by renowned builder Dustin Kott of Kott Motorcycles in Los Angeles, California.
Video of the bike: https://youtu.be/e10AaqXL9AU
If you’re a fan of café racer motorcycles, then you have most certainly heard of Dustin Kott, the LA builder that has specialized in café racer builds for more than 10 years, and has built motorcycles for celebrities such as Ryan Reynolds. His attention to detail is unparalleled, and his sleek and pristine lines unmistakable. You must see this bike up close to appreciate the quality of the craftsmanship and the attention to detail. Very few café racer builders are at the level of Dustin Kott, who regularly showcases his bikes at the most prestigious motorcycle shows across the world, such as the Quail Motorcycle Gathering in Carmel, California.
About the bike:
Check out the video below showing this bike being built from start to finish by Dustin Kott.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Zx-W71LUj_0
This bike is an absolute head-turner. You will not find another bike like this one, with this level of detail and so many hand-fabricated parts.
Truly a gem of a motorcycle with unparalleled character. What started as a 1978 Honda CB550k has been revived and transformed into a classic super sport machine given a Kott premium finish. The standard frame has been cut back, giving the machine more sporty proportions. Ground sanded and smoothed the frame finished out in black provides a base for the incredible metal work that Kott has become known for.
The tank is no small part due to the many hours of hands-on work that Kott has spent on it. The knee dents are uniform and perfect in their lines and proportions.
The hand formed steel tail section and seat pan are minimal and yet flawless in their execution. There are no endless layers of bondo here, just old-fashioned craftsmanship that’s about doing things right. Topped with a seat stitched from black leather it creates a tasteful antiquated feel. The deep black paint gives the CB550 a level of class that is unparalleled.
The engine is a mix of incredibly polished parts and side covers and highly detailed alloy. Any time you look at that engine it’s impossible not to be blown away by the stunning four into one exhaust.
Having put so much effort into building such a high-level machine, Kott as he does on all his builds, uses only the bare essential accessories. But just like the rest of his work it’s incredible; the pegs that are a mix of custom parts and re-purposed original items are as good as it gets in the industry. While the new clip-ons wear only what you need for a day of canyon carving, classic grips, mint levers and an era correct master cylinder.
The bike was just serviced by Santa Cruz Motorcycles:
- new tires front and back
- new battery
- carburetor clean
Runs and sounds like a dream. Kick and electric start. Blinkers.
Clean California title in my name.
Come check out this amazing motorcycle. No joyrides.
Kott built for Ryan Reynolds: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JKGjcpvFhUA