Not really a scooter but certainly a lot of bodywork

Southerner · Post by **Southerner** » Mon Nov 07, 2011 10:42 pm

http://www.bikeexif.com/art-deco-custom-motorcycle

Really beautiful, I think. I've seen pictures of them before but thought I might pass this along for the benefit of others.

Needless to say, there weren't many made.

No CVT, sorry.

charlie55 · Post by **charlie55** » Mon Nov 07, 2011 11:15 pm

Artistically beautiful. Maybe it's the angles on the photos, but the positioning of the clutch and brake pedals looks a little awkard. Sorta like you have to press straight forward without your heel resting on the running board.

AWinn6889 · Post by **AWinn6889** » Mon Nov 07, 2011 11:15 pm

That's very unique! and very cool!

Scalpel · Post by **Scalpel** » Mon Nov 07, 2011 11:17 pm

Bike EXIF is a great site for some gorgeous custom bikes, including lots of cafe racers.

Southerner · Post by **Southerner** » Mon Nov 07, 2011 11:26 pm

There are better photos of the Henderson out there. This was just something I got in my inbox today from another forum.

It would be pretty good inspiration, I think, for somebody to use when considering the design of a touring scoot with a classic appearance.

HowHH · Post by **HowHH** » Mon Nov 07, 2011 11:35 pm

It is a beautiful bike. Photos of it pop up every once in a while. Never been to the Rhinebeck Grand National Meet but it's only 50 miles or so from where I live. Definitely within scooter distance. Might be worth a trip in 2012.

Skootz Kabootz · Post by **Skootz Kabootz** » Tue Nov 08, 2011 2:08 am

One of my favorite bikes. Beautiful. I just love the quirkiness of it. This is an awesome restoration for sure.

viney266 · Post by **viney266** » Tue Nov 08, 2011 7:47 pm

Doesn't look too easy to ride, but who cares? What a beautiful piece.

Lovelandstella · Post by **Lovelandstella** » Tue Nov 08, 2011 9:33 pm

holy cow!
I want one that flies

Southerner · Post by **Southerner** » Tue Nov 08, 2011 9:36 pm

Yeah, it's so outrageous and beautiful that you'd be willing to overlook anything else that might be wrong with it.