The unquantifiable, often disbelieved phenomenon of “love at first sight” is very real to me. There’s a moment when your eyes pass a signal to your brain to stop your legs, steady your head, and focus on whatever it is that just stirred your soul.
I fell in love with this ’68 Triumph Daytona called Luna the second I saw her, and used any excuse to walk past the bobber during the Bike Shed show in London.
I’d slow down and let my mind wander, imagining where I’d ride Luna, given the chance. The bike is simple and honest, and more alluring because of it. The English builder Robbie Palmer drew inspiration for the project from the uncluttered, purposeful BMX bikes he’s been jumping and stunting since childhood.…