Forget about factory-produced Ducatis with their mass-produced Lamborghini influence. This project takes a decidedly more individualistic route. Enter Lionel Augier, owner of Duke Motorcycles in France. Setting his sights on a 2017 BMW R nineT, Augier isn’t interested in a fleeting, one-time customization.
He envisions a grander transformation a collection of parts, a symphony of design options for riders to truly personalize their machines. This innovative approach puts the power in your hands.
Completely redefine your R nineT with a comprehensive package from Duke Motorcycles, or meticulously curate your transformation by selecting individual components. Augier’s muse for this metamorphosis? The awe-inspiring Lamborghini Aventador.
This customized machine boasts an artisan-crafted saddle that steals the show with its luxurious materials and meticulous design. Perforated leather flanks its sides, providing both breathability and a touch of ruggedness, while premium Alcantara takes center stage on top, offering a smooth and comfortable seating surface.
The intricate, overlapping hexagonal stitching adds a final touch of visual flair, echoing a design motif that will be prominently featured throughout the bike. The motorcycle’s form has been subtly transformed as well. A replacement fender seamlessly integrates with the original mounting points, maintaining a clean line while potentially offering improved functionality.
Stylish winglets now flank the oil cooler, hinting at the machine’s enhanced performance capabilities and adding a touch of aerodynamic aggression. Further down, a custom-made belly pan encases the engine’s underside, providing a sleek undercarriage and hinting at the potential for improved aerodynamics.
This theme of subtle modification continues with color-matched valve covers, adding a touch of cohesion and a hint of the mechanical prowess beneath. The rear wheel gets some extra attention too, with a beefy cover attached to the left side, balancing the swingarm-mounted license plate bracket on the right.
