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Cafe Racers, originating in the 1950s and 60s, were standard motorcycles modified by enthusiasts for speed. This style became popular due to the youth culture in London, where "rockers" customized their bikes for racing between cafes, like the Ace Cafe. These modifications included lightweight frames, racing tanks, and dropped handlebars. Cafe Racer OriginsThe rock 'n' roll era influenced the creation of Cafe Racers, with bikers racing to beat the jukebox's playtime. Popular configurations combined Triumph engines with Norton frames, leading to iconic models like the Triton. Evolution Over TimeBy the 1970s, Japanese manufacturers began producing Cafe Racer-inspired bikes, with brands...

“typically built by young riders who wanted to customize their motorcycles to make them faster and more agile”