Yamaha XVS400 Atlas by Bandit9

Yamaha XVS400 Atlas by Bandit9

After much anticiaption, Beijing based custom motorbike manufacturer Bandit9 has finally released their next work of art, Atlas. “Atlas is an evolution on the Yamaha XVS 400, which is not the most attractive bike to base a new build on,” states Daryl Villanueva, head of Bandit9 Motorcycle Design. Built from a Yamaha XVS 400, the … Read more

Hephaestus Motorcycle by Bandit9

Daryl Villanueva’s Bejing based workshop Bandit 9 has a new custom motorcycle out: the Bandit9 Hephaestus, named after the greek god of blacksmiths, sculptors and artisans, Hephaestus. Based on the Honda Bros 400, Hephaestus is a bike that’s completely forged from stainless steel. No paint. Just beautiful raw materials. “Our goal here at Bandit9 is … Read more

Bandit9 Nero Motorcycle

“Nero” is the latest custom bike to roll out of Beijing-based motorcycle design boutique, Bandit9. Designed by Daryl Villanueva this black beauty is based on the classic Chang Jiang 750 from the 1950s and 60s, but features a rebuilt engine and transmission, and some custom parts like the exhaust, gas tank, handlebar, rear fender, and … Read more

Holiday Gift Guide 2015: Gifts For Him

Having trouble picking out gifts? To help make your shopping less stressful, we put together a list of gift ideas for your friend, brother, or husband. Check out our gift guide now before the holidays creep up on you. Happy Holidays y’all! 1. Master & Dynamic Hand Painted MH40 – $550