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Joints Custom Bike Show 2014, Nagoya, Japan

Something a little different to inspire us.

By Darren Ho of K-Fab Custom Choppers
5/6/2014


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Bike at the show
Bike at the show

 
Each year, the Kustom Fab shop tries to do something a little different to spark our creative juices and help us find new inspirations for our custom projects. This year, we decided to travel to Nagoya, Japan, to check out the Joints Custom Bike Show.
 
City of Nagoya
City of Nagoya

 
 
 
We have heard only great things about the show and figured it would be an awesome opportunity.
 
Cool sign on the bridge in Osaka
Cool sign on the bridge in Osaka

 
Visited Luck Motorcycles bike shop…cool shovel head. They took this bike to Born Free.
Visited Luck Motorcycles bike shop…cool shovel head. They took this bike to Born Free.

 
Onolicious Grinds in Japan
Onolicious Grinds in Japan

 
Our lead mechanic, Norio, took on the daunting task of being our tour guide/translator. His skill and familiarity with the area were key ingredients in our having a great time in Japan.
 
First time on the bullet train…check that off the bucket list.
First time on the bullet train…check that off the bucket list.

 
Golden Temple in Koyoto.
Golden Temple in Koyoto.

 
It's hard to decide what fascinates me the most about Japan.
 
Thousands of Arches that went on for miles…
Thousands of Arches that went on for miles…

 
Another pic of some more ono grinds…
Another pic of some more ono grinds…

 
Between the rich culture, great food, and majestic scenery, Japan seems to have it all. 
The bike show did not disappoint and having the ability to experience everything else Japan had to offer was just icing on the cake.
 
Entry into Joint Motorcycle Show
Entry into Joint Motorcycle Show

 
Old style Chopper…actually saw a couple on the road.
Old style Chopper…actually saw a couple on the road.

 
If you are into older Harley motors and parts, then this bike show is your Nirvana. The show builders found various ways to take old parts and integrate them with new ideas, making the show a truly unique experience. Shows like this re-kindle our creative fires and keep us going forward.
 
These are the builders from Custom Work Zon. Group of nice guys…they even let me sit on the bikes.
These are the builders from Custom Work Zon. Group of nice guys…they even let me sit on the bikes.

This bike was made from Custom Works Zon.
This bike was made from Custom Works Zon.

 
 
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