Hey guys!
So after attending the MotoGP races this weekend, I gotta say it really makes me want to ride and customize sport bikes again.
I know a lot of people voted for a naked bike BUT what would you think about an RSV4 for the next build through the summer months and then we could ...
2019-04-17 19:42:41 +0000 UTC View Post
Hey Guys!
We finally got started on the custom drag bars and I'm very excited with how they are coming together.
Also got started on the stripping the tank and man thats pretty rough work. haha
Hope you guys enjoy the episode and stay tuned for some videos from MotoGP this weeke...
2019-04-11 03:28:15 +0000 UTC View Post
Hey guys!
Very happy with how these blacked out radiator guards turned out. It really cleans up the front of the bike and protects that precocious radiator.
Trevor also sanded down the brake cooling ducts so they match the other matte carbon and it looks a lot better as well. 2019-04-06 21:39:10 +0000 UTC View Post
Hey guys!
So we were planning on installing the drag bars in this episode but as it turns out they were actually too small to fit in the stock Xdiavel clamps so we are searching for a set of drag bars currently. As a backup plan we might just have Trevor build us a set using the Rizom...
2019-03-29 19:57:30 +0000 UTC View Post
Hey guys!
We are getting to the point were its time to get to work on the tank. As I've mentioned I want to do an R inspired build which includes doing a brushed steel look on the tank (ours will NOT include those stripes or the giant X engraving).
I've looked around and found a...
2019-03-25 23:17:09 +0000 UTC View Post
Hey guys!
The BST Carbon Wheels are installed and they saved 30 lbs!!!!
I honestly can't even begin to describe to you how these wheels look and feel in person. They really are a piece of art and they have completely transformed the ride of this bike.
... 2019-03-21 00:09:03 +0000 UTC View Post
The BST Rapid Tek Deep Dish Carbon wheels in Satin finish have arrived!!!!
As far as I know these will be one of the only sets in Satin to be installed on any Xdiavel in the world and dear god do they look unreal!!!
These beauties will be installed Tuesday and I can’t wait to see ho...
2019-03-15 19:01:17 +0000 UTC View Post
Hey guys!
We got the carbon belly panels installed and man do they look amazing! Also, I talked to Trevor and we are going to sand down the carbon brake cooling ducts so they match the rest of the carbon on the bike.
And finally I've got questions as I mentioned in the video, I ...
2019-03-15 18:26:11 +0000 UTC View Post
Hey guys!
As you can probably tell in this video I am VERY excited to finally have a lot of our special parts we ordered.
The carbon fenders look absolutely stunning and this bike is really going to change shape now with all of the episodes we film.
The carbon wheels have arrive...
2019-03-08 18:56:29 +0000 UTC View Post
Hey guys!
All the carbon has finally arrived! As you can see we went with ilmberger carbon who actually makes all of the carbon for the official ducati performance parts and man does it look amazing!
We also received the drag handlebars, brembo master cylinders, new levers, quic...
2019-03-07 19:48:09 +0000 UTC View Post
Hey guys!
We got the Ducabike foot controls installed and they look amazing! The black and silver are going to match the carbon and steel theme perfectly.
They also feel very great to use. They seem a bit more sturdy than the stock controls and I like having that rubber go...
2019-03-01 02:51:02 +0000 UTC View Post
Hey guys!
I'd like to replace the stock xdiavel rear shock as its just not very good at all. Originally I had thought about getting an Ohlins set up but I honestly think that could end up being too stiff as this is a road bike and not a track machine.
After doing some research t...
2019-02-25 23:47:21 +0000 UTC View Post
Hey guys!
I can't even begin to explain how in love with this seat cover I am. Trevor did such a great job with the install and it really brings a custom feel to the project.
Trevor also did an amazing job creating that custom license plate bracket. I think its better than...
2019-02-22 19:31:13 +0000 UTC View Post
Hey guys!
On my latest poll naked bike was by far the most popular so I figured it would be good to go and check some out in person.
If I can be completely honest, I'm not the biggest fan of the naked bike options I've seen so far. I just don't feel any company has really nailed...
2019-02-20 18:35:59 +0000 UTC View PostHey guys!
I thought it would be interesting to toss up a poll and see what style of bike you'd be most interested in seeing us build for our next project.
Cast your vote below and feel free to elaborate in the comments!
2019-02-16 19:20:45 +0000 UTC View Post
Hey guys!
This is something I wanted to do on this bike from day one and we finally got the parts to do it!
Since it was raining we decided to try and do the install at my place with the help of my buddy Rup and it felt good to be in the garage wrenching and drinking again :)
Th...
2019-02-13 23:30:36 +0000 UTC View Post
Hey guys!
First off, today is my birthday (I'm 36) and I just wanted to say thanks for supporting my crazy ideas and helping to make these series possible. I never thought in a million years I'd be building custom motorcycles and giving them away and I'm thankful for it every single d...
2019-02-07 18:23:56 +0000 UTC View PostHey guys!
I know its crazy to start thinking about the next build BUT a lot of these bikes you have to pre-order months in advance and I want to get your opinion.
I would love to do a Panigale V4R for the next build BUT I want to know if you guys think its too similar to the Carbon V4...
2019-02-05 20:29:03 +0000 UTC View Post
Hey Guys!
We got the ducabike clear clutch setup installed and man did it turn out AMAZING!
I'm really glad we went with the wet clear clutch because I think it compliments the bike perfectly and it will be easier to maintain for the new owner :)
A lot of the custom order parts ...
2019-01-31 18:46:25 +0000 UTC View Post
Hey Guys!
In this episode we installed a superlight lithium ion battery from Speedcell that saved us 7 lbs!!!
We also installed a high flow sprint filter that should give us a few more horse power and work great with that termi exhaust system.
So far with two modifications we've...
2019-01-20 19:18:48 +0000 UTC View Post
Hey guys!
We got the termi exhaust installed and OH MY GOD its amazing. Seriously I didn't expect it to sound as good as it does.
So happy we went with this system. It also saved 12 lbs over the stock exhaust and should give us 10 to 12 hp once we get the high flow filter ...
2019-01-15 00:53:54 +0000 UTC View Post
Hey guys,
The work has officially begun! I can't believe the stock exhaust weighed 23 lbs. That is insane! The termi system should save around 10 to 12 lbs while adding amazing looks and 10 to 12 hp.
Needless to say I think we made the right choice with the exhaust. ...
2019-01-11 19:58:33 +0000 UTC View Post
Ladies and gentlemen I present to you the wheels for our Custom Xdiavel.
These are literally brand spanking new from BST. They are Rapid Tek 10 spoke carbon wheels in DEEP DISH form built specifically for the Xdiavel.
I opted to go for the satin finish, which you can see on the ...
2019-01-09 23:44:38 +0000 UTC View Post
Hey guys!
So we put the xdiavel on the dyno yesterday and man was I surprised by the power.
This bad boy put down 140 hp and 83 ft lbs of torque bone stock!
Thats more power than our fully customized 959 Panigale!
I think after we add the full termi system, high flow filte...
2019-01-04 17:39:02 +0000 UTC View Post
Hey guys!
So we finally got the break in miles on the bike which allowed us to get the first service done!
Ducati of Santa Barbara did the first service for us which consisted of an oil and filter change, fresh fluids for all of the clutch and brake reservoirs, checking the front and ...
2018-12-28 19:15:26 +0000 UTC View Post
Hey guys!
As you know, I've got to put 600 miles on the xdiavel before we can do the first service.
I thought it would be cool to take you guys along for some of the break in process and share my thoughts on the different type of break ins and show how I personally break in the ...
2018-12-22 01:21:12 +0000 UTC View Post
Hey guys!
So I've got to put 600 miles on the bike before we can do the first service and baseline dyno numbers so I thought it would be cool to do a first ride and review for you guys!
As you will see in the video this bike is an absolute monster!
I also decided to add a quick ...
2018-12-13 13:47:35 +0000 UTC View Post
Hey guys,
That's so much for all the feedback so far. I'm in the process of getting a list of parts together with Mani from www.motomillion.com and our local ducati dealer www.ducatiofsb.com
So far I think we'll go with drag style handle bars, dry clutch 2018-12-11 02:28:52 +0000 UTC View Post
Hey guys!
I wanted to do a video and get some baseline figures on the bike so we can use them to compare to when we are finished!
The first baseline is the weight. Currently the bike weighs 543 lbs with a full tank of gas. That's a bit heavier than our 396 lbs Carbon V4 huh. lol<...
2018-12-09 18:31:30 +0000 UTC View Post
Hey Guys!
I wanted to try and share a little bit more of the process I go through when coming up with designs and parts to put on the builds.
One of the first things I do is go online and look at other custom builds people have done and then I pick and choose some of my favorite ideas to inc...
2018-12-07 16:15:18 +0000 UTC View Post