Full video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Tu20msoQq1A
https://www.hondacustoms.com/en
– 16 bikes from 9 countries show case various takes on what the CL500 (and in one case – the CL250) can be with thought, imagination and new details
– The wide-ranging builds tap into iconic themes and colours from Honda’s illustrious past
– Bikes come from Italy, Spain, France, Portugal, UK, Germany, Belgium and Switzerland, with an entrant from Turkey for the first time, where the 250cc version of the CL is sold
– Several entrants make judicious use of the wide range of Honda Genuine Accessories available for the CL500
– All sixteen will be on display at the Wheels & Waves festival in Biarritz from Wednesday 12th to Sunday 16th June
– On-line poll at hondacustoms.com will crown Europe’s favourite Honda CL500
– Hondacustoms.com will be available in English, French, German, Italian, Spanish and Portuguese
– Winners to be announced at the end of the summer
Custom bike enthusiasts gather annually at the WHEELS AND WAVES event in France.
In 2024, Biarritz hosted this year’s WHEELS AND WAVES from June 12 to 16. Celebrating its 13th year, this cultural festival attracts visitors from all over Europe, who share passions for motorcycles, surfing, skateboarding, music, and art.
The event features a variety of rider-centric attractions, including sprint races, dirt track challenges, sand races, and organized tours to the site.
A unique highlight of the event is the plethora of custom-built motorcycles, both on display and ridden by attendees. These bikes range from vintage to contemporary models, including racing and touring bikes. The gathering celebrates the spirit of custom bike-building, uniting riders across different eras and styles.
One section of the event showcases vibrant custom bikes entered in a customization contest organized by Honda Motor Europe. Since 2020, Honda’s European subsidiary has hosted this contest, each year focusing on a different current model.
This year’s base model was the scrambler-style, 2-cylinder CL500 250, released in 2023. Contestants, including Honda dealers and custom builders from nine countries, were tasked with creating iconic custom motorcycles inspired by Honda’s storied past and its rich motorcycle culture.
The contest invites votes not only from visitors to Biarritz 2024 but also from a global online audience. Detailed photos and videos of each contestant’s bike are available online, showcasing the dedication and creativity behind these custom creations.
Enthusiasts can visit the Automotive and Transportation Design channel, follow the provided link, and vote for their favorite bike by clicking the VOTE button—no registration required. Votes are accepted until August 31, with the winning bike announced in September.
Explore the remarkable custom bikes, cast your vote, and celebrate Honda’s legacy in motorcycle history!
0:59 – Participants of the 2024 Wheels and Waves Customisation Contest
2:09 – Winners of the Wheels and Waves Customisation Contest
https://hondanews.eu/
(Source: HONDA)
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