Von Dutch Kustom Cycles Photo Gallery

The artistry of Von Dutch motorcycles has attracted many fans around the globe. In October, ESPN filmed an episode of “Chopper Nation” featuring Von Dutch—the history, the culture, and the bikes. It also showed the launch of the new Giovanni Kustom Motorcycle at SEMA 2006. Look at still images or view a short video preview.

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Von Dutch custom motorcycles also draw crowds of admirers at bike shows throughout the United States. At the Third Annual Hot Bike Show, the Von Dutch Kustom Booth decided to raise the bar as the center point of the entire show. The booth display included a 50-foot bamboo hut with the famous painted flying eye, a tattoo artist, and a Tony the Pinstriper showcasing his work on women, children, and anything available in the Von Dutch tradition. Twice a day, tiki carving within the booth was announced by Polynesian drums and dancing.

Even among all that action and excitement, the center of attention was still on the bikes. Thirteen Von Dutch Kustom Cycles and a ’56 Chevy Hot Rod anchored the Kustom Kulture display created by Alex Mardikian and his team.

Once the events are over, typically the vendors pack up and take all of their art. However, once in a while vendors have the opportunity to leave some art behind for continued viewing pleasure long after the trucks have rolled out.

Upon departure from Sturgis at the Buffalo Chip in 2005, Von Dutch gifted the Buffalo Chip with artwork performed on the wall beside their trailer. The artwork was performed the night before departure, while surrounded by the concert stage, concessions, and event attendees. This piece inspired the Kustom Kulture Tour 2005/2006, which will finish in Sturgis.

Finally, Von Dutch celebrity spokespeople can be found at many events. One such guru of Kustom Kulture and a Von Dutch aficionado is none other than Dee Snider—lead singer of rock band Twisted Sister, actor and writer of Strangeland, March of Dimes spokesperson, and radio personality. Dee put in an appearance at the Third Annual Hot Bike Show and is also seen on his favorite Von Dutch motorcycle, the one-of-a-kind “Flying Dee-MON.” Dee represents Von Dutch Choppers, Bobbers, Pro-Series, and Kustom motorcycles.