The proliferation of bolt-on kits for bikes like the BMW R nineT has made it easier than ever for riders to individualize their motorcycles. But it’s been a boon for custom builders too. Having access to parts that go on with minimal fuss helps them tick off big tasks quickly, leaving them free to focus on more technical aspects of a project.
This custom BMW R nineT comes from Bu Zheng Motorcycle Club (BZMC) in Shanghai, China, but it wears parts from as far afield as Italy and France. BZMC’s client has been a fan of classic BMW motorcycles since he was first exposed to them while studying in Germany. But it’s far easier to find a new R nineT in China than it is an older R-series boxer—so that’s what he did.…