This mustn't register on an emotional level. First, grip the tank tightly with your knees. Then, steer with your full body weight and counter with throttle through the turn. Befuddled, he will attempt a hail-mary. Cross him on his exit, rendering him incapable of passing. Then, down-shift, lean hard right and block his second attempt. Now, go high...slow down slightly, giving him the impression he's gaining on you. Last, fracture his mind entirely. Crack the throttle open and let him hear the distinct exhaust note as you pass on the inside, leaving him... breathless...

In summary, passed once honestly.
Passed a second time playfully.
Left behind indefinitely.
This is what it is to ride a Cafe Racer.

Chock full of grit and glory to match that of your persona, Dime City Cycles builds simple, purposeful vintage machines which acquiesce to the raw and mechanical desires of the not so modern, modern man.

They begin life at DCC as derelict Honda CB450's, forsaken by most, but not forgotten by a few- these air-cooled twin cylinder jockey rockets are given a second chance at life. We start by stripping the bike completely, meticulously, almost fanatically, cataloging and inspecting each part for the ability to refurbish and reuse when possible.

Soon thereafter, we add a carefully engineered rear hoop section which ties in beautifully with our bespoke Cafe Racer tail section of hand laid fiberglass that we graft on the rear of the frame. Furthermore, we hand-form sheet metal panels to serve as a headlight visor, a unique gauge cluster, and perfectly sculpted knee indents in the factory 450 tank before finishing it off with a vintage fairing.

The rider is not only protected from the elements at speed, but he is able to become one with the machine. It is out of this visceral relationship that a new appreciation for machine and the road beneath it is established.

You see, at Dime City we believe each motorcycle has a soul. In order to preserve that soul and the integrity of its future, we choose to reuse as many original parts as possible in the resurrection process. Nil Satis Nisi Optimum, this is our credo and we believe just that. A deep seated respect for the preservation of these machines combined with our obsessive attention to detail creates a platform like no other.

A Cafe Racer, though, is more than a perfectly tuned engine, stylistic seating position and a fairing. We rebuild the entire electrical system. We refurbish, true and coat the original wheels, fitting them with new spokes and Avon rubber. We utilize modern suspension components and a host of other new old stock and custom parts to create one of the most unique motorcycles on the road today. Moreover, we have spent countless hours road testing to enable us to provide a distinct ride found on no other hand built motorcycle today.

Have love. Will travel. The Dime City "Classic Cafe" Racer.

Pricing is modest for a turnkey custom bike similar to the photos shown. Complete customization is of course welcomed. We do not lock you into a specific build, we merely wish to frame the photograph, allowing you to help us hang it on the wall. Do you have a tank or fender you want to use? Possibly a vintage brass fuel cap? Or, maybe a custom titanium exhaust idea sketched on a napkin? Not a problem my friend, this is Dime City. This is your city.

So go ahead, give us a call. We're ready and waiting to discuss your next project.