Bob Pickett, a renowned bike enthusiast and author, has dedicated his life to understanding the world of custom bikes. He has spent years studying the art of customization, and he believes that the key to understanding these unique creations lies in understanding the history and culture of the motorcycle industry. Pickett argues that the history of motorcycle customization is deeply intertwined with the history of the motorcycle itself.
IDC has won a number of awards, including the Harley-Davidson ‘King of Kings’ competition and the World Championship at Sturgis with its design on Sykes’ ‘Strike True II.’ IDC continues to be commissioned by both custom builders and celebrities. Amongst the client base are Harley-Davidson Europe and Travis Pastrana’s Nitro Circus Tour. Sykes Harley-Davidson had IDC create a custom design for six-times BSB champion Shane Byrne, and IDC also produced a McLaren paint job on behalf of Warrs for F1 champion Jenson Button. World-famous bike builders Roland Sands also approached IDC for a special scheme on a BMW R nineT for Jay Leno’s Garage.
This demonstrates IDC’s ability to create custom designs for a wide range of clients, from musicians to actors. IDC’s work is not limited to just paint jobs. They also specialize in custom graphics, logos, and branding. IDC’s expertise in these areas has been showcased in various projects, including collaborations with major brands like Nike and Adidas.
The team at IDC is made up of highly skilled and experienced professionals. They are passionate about their work and have a deep understanding of the motorcycle industry. Their expertise spans across various aspects of helmet design, manufacturing, and marketing.
It had a large, bold, graphic design on it. This design was so striking that it became a talking point, a symbol of the club’s identity. This shirt design, with its bold, graphic elements, became a source of pride for the fans. The same principle applies to custom-painted helmets.
The helmet was chosen for its popularity and widespread use in the motorcycle community. The helmet’s design is characterized by its aerodynamic shape, which is designed to reduce drag and improve fuel efficiency. The helmet’s visor is made of polycarbonate, a durable and impact-resistant material.
Visiting was invaluable. Sammy’s design was spot on, but discussing the design led to an idea I’d not considered: why not have one colour (we decided on the blue) in gloss with the other (red) in matt, to make the design pop? It looked good, so I was then shown a range of colour tiles to select the ones closest to the original shirt colours. With the final design approved, it was time to leave my helmet in IDC’s hands. The process works like this: The helmet is stripped down – linings, visors, etc., removed Surfaces are polished to ensure they are ready for colour. A base layer is then applied
With the surfaces prepared, it is time to mask the helmet to create the shapes from the design ready for painting Design masks in place, it’s time for the paint process to begin – complexity of design affects how many layers of paint are needed De-Mask and repeat. This is the first view of the final (or close to final) paint job. More complex designs may need remasking to build the finished product in stages There may be elements of the design that can’t be created with a spray gun. At this point, the team will airbrush the helmet to create the finer details that bring the design together
This process involves the meticulous restoration of a vintage motorcycle helmet. The process begins with the removal of any existing paint and the application of a new layer of paint. This new paint is carefully matched to the original color of the helmet. The paint is then sealed with a gloss or matt finish, or a combination of both.
The cost of a new car is a significant factor in the decision-making process for many car buyers. The price of a new car can vary widely depending on the make, model, and features. The cost of paintwork is a significant expense that can add up quickly.
