From the moment that 2LOUD Custom burst onto the scene, we knew they’d be a custom shop to watch. Based in Taipei, the dream team of Ma ‘Max’ Yicheng and Lu Yongyu has the ability to customize motorcycles of all shapes and sizes, while still imbuing each one with their signature style. It’s little wonder that 2LOUD Custom has established itself as one of the shining stars of Taiwan’s blossoming custom scene.
Our selection of 2LOUD’s best builds covers a full spectrum of engine sizes and build styles. From a chopped Cub to a burly Honda CB1100, it shows the shop’s versatility and dedication to building tasteful custom motorcycles.
Kawasaki W800
The Kawasaki W800 has a lot going for it if you’re building a custom bobber, but even more so when left to the talented hands of 2LOUD. Accentuating all the Kawasaki’s best qualities, while slimming things down dramatically, this W800 bobber is a functional work of art with just enough panache.
SYM Cub Clone
“Cub plus chopper plus love,” now that’s a tough concept to master considering the Cub’s swept lines and humble commuter ergos. But with a little vision and skillful adaptation of traditional chopper principles, this Cub clone has to be one of the most grin-inducing scoots we’ve ever posted.
Honda CB1100 EX
The Honda CB1100 EX is a fine-looking, semi-retro bike, but a far cry from this balanced, lean machine crafted by 2LOUD. Packed with intricate details and one-off parts, it’s hard to fathom this was the shop’s first four-cylinder build.
Kawasaki W650
It’s easy to get too involved when you’re bankrolling a custom build, and sometimes it’s best to let the experts do their thing. In the case of this Kawasaki W650, though, the buyer’s directive was simple: make it “cool enough,” and have it done in time for his birthday.
BMW R NineT
Sporting a retro vibe and simplified unit construction, it’s no surprise that the BMW R NineT has been sliced and diced in just about every conceivable manner. Even so, there’s something unique and unmatched in 2LOUD’s rendition—unsurprising considering Max aimed to completely bust convention with the build.