Feature Bikes

These are the bikes that define the scene. Cycle Source Feature Bikes showcases garage-built choppers, bobbers, FXRs, Sportsters, and customs from real riders across the country. Every build has a story—why it was built, how it came together, and the soul behind the steel. Get inspired by the creativity and grit that keep custom motorcycle culture alive.

High Roller

Is It An Indian Or A Harley? Either Way, It's Badass! Originally Published in the March 2020 Issue  This 1942 Indian Chief got its start when Alex Hammelbacher, Mike McElwee, and Steve Goushian from Philadelphia PA met Grant Peterson at the…

El Ray Bobber

Article By: Matt Reel Photos By: B-Anthony Photography Originally Published In The March 2020 Issue Of Cycle Source Magazine It is not uncommon for a motorcycle project to be built around a single part. Whether it be a gas tank that’s been…

Nepharious Knuck

Mark Steven's 1947 Knucklhead Originally Published March 2020 Article & Photos By Melissa Shoemaker @Missi_bikerphotog Mark Stevens’ beautiful 47 Knucklehead wasn’t so beautiful when he first bought it 8 years ago. He purchased the bike…

Root Beer Float

There was a time not so long ago where if you wanted a chopper, you found a stock Harley-Davidson and used most of the parts to make your vision come true. Well, I'm glad to say this fine Shovelhead was built along those lines. Scott Peck…

Bone Daddy

Finding Truth At The Crossroads Published in the February 2020 Issue Article By: Will Ramsey Photos By: Michael Lichter The Chopper Industry has been evolving for 80 years.  Ever since the first guys started bobbing the rear fender on old…

Bloody Knuckle

Article By: Matt Reel Photos By: Michael Lichter Originally Published In The April 2020 Issue Of Cycle Source Magazine When you ask Mike Rabideau about his bike, Bloody Knuckle, his response is, “it’s a pretty simple build.” While Mike may refer…

’79 Patience

Originally Published In The October-November 2020 Issue Of Cycle Source Magazine Article By: Chris Callen                      Photos By: Missi Shoemaker There are builders in this thing that go about their craft for the paycheck at the end of…

Repurposed Junk

To Read The Full Article, Go To www.cyclesource.com Article By: Matt Reel Photos By: Melissa Shoemaker Originally Published In The October 2018 Issue Of Cycle Source Magazine I've known Terry Summers, builder of this bike, since I became…

Timeless

To Read TheFull Article, Go To www.cyclesource.com Article By: Heather Callen Photos By: Kerri Schindler Originally Published In The October 2018 Issue Of Cycle Source Magazine Thanks to Austin Andrella of Austin Martin Originals (AMO),…

Picasso

Article and Photos By: Josh Elzey Originally Published In The August-September 2020 Issue Of Cycle Source Magazine Picasso is the name of a bike that was sitting in Randy Howard’s Detroit living room displayed like a work of art. Randy had seen…