ROAD NEWS
The sporty looking single-seater behemoth is
based on the original supporting structure of
the rear fender, seat and pillion. The rear light
is from Kellermann.
Perhaps most noticeable after the fairing
is that the fuel tank has been extensively
modified as well. For one thing, it is narrower and
exposes the engine even more. On the other
hand, it features knee cut-outs, which further
support the sporty design of the overall bike.
Next, Blechmann customized the headlights.
As with his last BMW custom bike “Giggerl”, a
conversion of the BMW R nineT, the headlights
were to have a subtle kidney-shaped design
this time.
Analogous to the classic boxer engine,
Blechmann placed a filament lamp prominently
in the centre. Here, too, the steering angle and
the forward-tilted headlamp determine the
basic layout of the custom bike.
In total, the team around Blechmann worked
450 hours on his version of the BMW R18 with
the results speaking for themselves.
18 KIWI RIDER