In the 2022 Bangkok Hot Rod Custom Show
At the 2022 Bangkok Hot Rod Custom Show, the spotlight shone on a heavily modified Sportster Forty-Eight Harley Davidson cafe racer. Renowned designer Chakkaphan Rungsukcharoen, known as Mark from FatBoy Design, orchestrated this masterpiece, drawing inspiration from his father’s Lamborghini Murcielago SV. In a lightning-fast 60-day sprint, Mark, aided by a skilled cadre of friends, brought this vision to life.
Drawing inspiration from his father’s Lamborghini Murcielago SV
Teaming up with carbon fibre specialists Slayer House, led by Nattapat Janyapanich, resulted in a stunning carbon bodywork ensemble. This included an avant-garde front fairing, a sleek fuel tank cover, and an angular tail unit that exuded sophistication and edginess.
Carbon Fibre Specialists
To execute the cafe racer transformation, an array of modifications were meticulously executed. The bike’s stance underwent a radical makeover, with the rear featuring taller Ohlins piggyback shocks. And the front showcases Showa upside-down forks, securely mounted using custom-made FatBoy CNC triple trees.
A symphony of bolt-on aftermarket components harmonized seamlessly: FatBoy Design’s clip-on handlebars, Performance Machine levers, and Roland Sands Design Tracker Grips all found their place.
Roland Sands Design Tracker Grips
Machined aluminium hoops by RSD were expertly fitted to the wheels, perfectly complemented by custom-painted brake callipers reminiscent of Lamborghini’s distinctive style. Elevating both aesthetics and performance, the 1200cc V-twin engine received a series of enhancements. A Two Brothers Racing exhaust system, Performance Machine hi-flow filter, and an ECU re-tune collectively orchestrated a captivating mechanical symphony.
Best in Show
The finished creation left attendees astounded, clinching Fatboy Design the prestigious Best Cafe Racer award. Moreover, the bike garnered a coveted “Best in Show” nomination from none other than Shiro Nakajima of 46 Works, further affirming its status as a true masterpiece of design and engineering.
Conclusion
The 2022 Bangkok Hot Rod Custom Show bore witness to the remarkable transformation of a Sportster Forty-Eight Harley Davidson into an awe-inspiring cafe racer. Designed by the talented Chakkaphan Rungsukcharoen, also known as Mark from FatBoy Design, this project drew inspiration from his father’s Lamborghini Murcielago SV, resulting in a truly exceptional creation.
The culmination of these design and engineering feats left an indelible mark at the show, securing FatBoy Design the esteemed Best Cafe Racer award. Furthermore, a personal “Best in Show” nomination from the renowned Shiro Nakajima of 46 Works validated the bike’s exceptional status. This tale of innovation, creativity, and collaboration is a testament to the mastery of design embodied by Mark and his team, and it will continue to captivate motorcycle enthusiasts for years to come.
Image Source: Fatboy Design.
