As one of its pre-eminent voices, Winston Yeh’s contribution to the modern custom motorcycle scene is undeniable. But where does he draw influence for his Rough Crafts creations from? This custom Harley Fat Boy offers a surprising clue.
“I’m a huge fan of the chopper era,” Winston tells us from his studio in Taipei, Taiwan. “West Coast Choppers, Motorcycle Mania, Biker Build-Off; these were my heroes when I was still in school. The wild, fat rear tire, high handlebars, and Frisco tank look was the pinnacle of badass-ness for me.”
Winston’s custom Harleys are far removed from the raked-out, gaudy made-for-TV choppers of yesteryear. But if you ask him, those old-school machines are never far from his mind. It’s why the Rough Crafts aesthetic rides the line between old and new so well.…