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Revival Cycles “Fuse” Ducati | Jay Leno's Garage

[@motosagela]

I love your motorcycle content, Jay. Please do more. Beautiful bike.

[@lewdards1127]

yes i love that jay is into cars and bike equally

[@baconsarny-geddon8298]

Yeah, more bikes. Especially custom bikes, and more rare/hard-to-find/oddball stuff. I've had my fingers crossed for Leno turning up with a Crocker, for years. It'd be perfect for his collection, with all the Vincent's and Brough Superiors and Velocettes

[@superregera799]

One day, Jay will finally get too old to ride crazy bikes like this, but that day isn't today and I'm thankful for it.

[@michaelfraser5723]

ageism ?

[@machobunny1]

It is a piece of art, no question. And I figure most of us would not be able to even walk after riding for half an hour. There is nothing about that thing that says "I'm comfortable."

[@xprettylightsx]

I laughed at this… great comment:)

[@patrickmathews1646]

The design of this bike is beautiful. To me, what makes it amazing is that its design can be placed into the 20's, 30's, 50's, 60's, up until the present and still work. That is not an easy feat to accomplish. Adding to the fact that it is more than just rideable, that it performs adds even more to the power of its design. Form and function well balanced.

[@dumyjobby]

Usually when jay guests speak and show their work i look at them, during this video no matter who spoke i looked at the motorcycle. What a stunning, beautiful gorgeous piece of art.

[@michaelfraser5723]

that's what the sales guy told us

[@markzieg3593]

Don’t gitme wrong. I love Ducati’s. 916 il Monstere being my all time favorite-the bike that made me drive by the Ducati dealership a couple nights a week, even tho it wasn’t on the way home. But thisun doesn’t do a thing for me. Stainless steel under load, such as standing rigging on a sailboat has about a 10-year service life. It doesn’t give you much warning before it fails. For this reason I would choose cro-moly steel. Sounds right, tho. Thanks for yet another great JLG! 👍👍👍👍👍

[@lonnieraimer9531]

I agree looks like a chopper in sport bike guise

[@SGray44444]

Agreed. There's a reason nobody else is making chassis out of stainless.

[@mcrowley8460]

me either

[@chaddsteinberg3758]

Could you copy this bike for a lot less now they put all the effort/money into design

[@michaelfraser5723]

how many hands gave you got, man?

[@rotorhead5826]

"It works when it looks like it wasn't much work at all." As a machinist, that statement alone holds so much meaning.

[@jimtrucksis1505]

That bike is gorgeous and will a significant piece of art in the cycle world for the foreseeable future. It even looks better at speed as the spokes disappear. Hats off to Ed and Revival for pushing Engineering and fabrication to the limits. ps- The Modulus for stainless is quite high so it will not see any fatigue issues. Great question though by Jay

[@hagestad]

now Just wait for VW to sue them for putting a logo on the bike that isn't really Ducati. Mercedes and Ferrari do this all the time

[@pashakdescilly7517]

There is tubing for bicycle frames in very thin stainless steel. Reynolds 953 for example

[@andyharman3022]

Modulus of Elasticity for stainless steel is not much different than regular low-alloy steel. Actually it's a little bit less.

[@SGspecial84]

Oh its cool, just not $500k cool. $150k, now they'd be on to something. They don't need a stainless chassis. That just seems unnecessary.

[@bigfilsing]

@@pashakdescilly7517 Which are brazed together NOT welded. Theres a reason for that

[@966396631]

Genius. Remarkable discipline, vision, and dedication to the art.

[@Cesarhernandez-wv3do]

Beautiful bike no way in hell it's worth 500 thousand.

[@________2705]

welcome to the art business )

[@loetzcollector466]

Actually it was, because that's the price someone was willing to pay for it.

[@rcpmac]

It's a prototype man. Now that it's a concept it could be done in CF and Chromly for $75K

[@valengreymoon5623]

That has to be the best looking bike I've seen in years. Beautiful work.

[@brandonobaza8610]

Good art is polarizing, so here I go 😁 I hate when tubes are made out of welded together "calamari" sections. It's a styling touch that too closely resembles incompetence with a tubing bender. It's like me plumbing your entire house with nothing but pipe fittings -- no pipe -- installed outside of your walls for your viewing pleasure.

[@jamesdellaneve9005]

He should have used PEX

[@rcpmac]

Some people don't get it... That's fine, so don't get it

[@brandonobaza8610]

@@rcpmac It's been said, "there's no accounting for taste" I respect all the effort that went into just that one part. It must have been a huge time sink, and when you look at the rest of the bike, to let the exhaust just be plain _pipes_ would be negligence. I tend to have a pendulous ambivalence as to where the beauty lies in a machine -- form is always fighting function in my mind.

[@CalvinHikes]

With everything else being so clean it does... Feel like a separate design. Obviously that's intentional to create the contrast but contrast but... While I would like a smoother pipe, I don't have a 1/2 a million dollars to disagree.

[@christopherbrown6697]

The pipes look very much like custom expansion chambers on tuned two-strokes. That segmenting technique makes sense when the diameter changes substantially, but it's an odd choice for a four stroke. I don't hate them, but they're my least favorite part of the bike.

[@brucebelitz3451]

I don't like the riding position myself, lots of back problems. But the design is outstanding, your eye dosen't stop looking at the lines! Thanks to all involved for sharing!

[@mrpicky1868]

its not for actual riding))

[@toomanyhobbies2011]

"well, it tracks nice and true", means that it's a show bike that can be ridden. "functional, kinetic art work"... That's a LOT of money for ego. Mr. Leno spends a LOT of money on his hobby, but what's great about him is that he's humble and his toys all run well and are useable.

[@MrRourk]

Check out Bikes and Beards those guys are great ambassadors for bikes.

[@brianellison3525]

You knock choppers, but mine hasbeen back and forth from Ann Arbor Michigan to Bremerton WA. a couple times. It was built for me by me. It fits me. It's comfy to ride. I had the 920 Monster. I loved that bike. This thing is gorgeous, But not my look. A little to sanitary. Love the exposed cam belt. Hope everyone has an awesome day. 👍

[@oliverattwell8013]

But they look gay

[@John_Redcorn_]

I think he was referring to the super long ridiculously stretched ones. Maybe ok for highway driving but jay lives where theres lots of city riding and windy hills. Same way here in WV. Lots of hills and windy 2-lane roads. Choppers are not the best in that respect.

[@bingbangboom9614]

Good for them! I used to get parts from them about 12 years ago when I lived down the street… great guys! Amazing shop!

[@DoctorMotorcycle]

The welding on the exhaust alone is an undertaking in itself!

[@michaelfraser5723]

Let us pray the undertaker isn't needed

[@TerribleTimes]

I like how the little Rizoma Mirror appeared when Jay took it for a spin :)

[@michaelfraser5723]

eagle

[@leedufour]

Thanks Alan, Ed and Jay!

[@dbspecials1200]

That's why it was always amazing what the Japanese mass-produced could give you for a few thousand bucks..

[@dogphlap6749]

This bike is all about aesthetics. I get the feeling that Jay prefers more functional design (as do I). No denying that it is a stunning bike though. Each to his own.

[@michaelfraser5723]

certainly stuns the bank manager

[@costafilh0]

I would have two! One for rinding and a second one just as an art piece!

[@rwburdett]

Good Lord! What a stunning bike. Amazing.

[@waqarghulam3548]

This kind of machine is really why I watch jay leno garage every Monday

[@goodgoat3096]

This is the most beautiful bike that I have ever seen, and you can actually ride it! Love the Ducati rumble too.

[@Houthiandtheblowfish]

golden era of design in everything from areoplanes to automotive to motorcycle and furniture etc

[@adrianpancaldi8646]

Simply as a piece of art, I understand, not to my taste, but that’s o.k, beauty is in the eye of the beholder as they say. As a practical riding bike, it makes very little sense to me, apart from riding it around the corner to your local cafe, uncomfortable seat etc. Though I am most concerned about the stainless frame, high usage would have me constantly scanning for cracks.

[@bigredc222]

Jay questioned them several times about the stainless and they kept saying it was extra thick tubing. I don't think it will ever get ridden enough for it to be an issue.

[@tamralistan]

Gorgeous bike!! Thanks Jay!

[@leandrocastelli6316]

This is the most beautiful bike i have ever seen. Congratulations on this piece of art. Thank you so much for showing this to us!

[@wileecoyote5749]

Its horrendous

[@markp44288]

A design so obvious no one thought of it before. Brilliant.

[@williamwintemberg]

I could spend an entire day looking at this bike from every conceivable angle! Just Breathtaking!

[@douglasr.c.5622]

You need to get out more often 😀.

[@williamwintemberg]

@@douglasr.c.5622 Interesting choice of words! Not really. This phrase is most commonly used by trolls towards someone with an opinion. One might expect someone that presents as getting out often would know this and think of something more original. Nice Try. You got my attention so I'm guessing I have made your day. You won't get any more.

[@douglasr.c.5622]

@@williamwintemberg I stick by my statement.

[@douglasr.c.5622]

You have to be kidding. If you could spend a DAY staring at a motorcycle, something is wrong.

[@paulbuffington6706]

That is the most beautiful bike I’ve ever seen!

[@gregsoucie]

Absolutely stunning. What a beautiful bike. Yes, it's scary expensive. But gorgeous.

[@gustavofigueiredo1798]

Gorgeous. Cool to hear about the design process.

[@bullettube9863]

Absolutely beautiful looking motorcycle and it can actually be ridden? Now that is something else again!

[@epicmotorcyclechannel307]

I saw this in person at the Hand Built show in Austin TX and got to chat with Alan about it a bit. I have a video of that on my channel. This is an absolute stunner of a bike!

[@marklewis35]

Absolutely stunning looking bike!!

[@goldtutch]

wow jay what a piece of art ! never seen anything like it

[@Farlig69]

Much respect to Revival! Like the guys, like their KZbin channel, like their stuff, like their bikes. Nuff said, thanks, but 500k, for that bike, nahhhhh gimme a Singer 911 instead thanks :)

[@Firestorm637]

Thx Jay and Alan and of course, the Dell master

[@shelby.daytona6890]

It is a beautiful design...hands down one of THE most beautiful motorcycles I have ever seen...

[@phil4986]

So much work and you can see it too. Just beautifully done and yes,it is artwork. Jay was clearly impressed with all the challenges the guys faced with all the material challenges they had to deal with. That triple clamp area just looks insane. The whole bike looks gorgeous.

[@sickjohnson]

Mega cool Jay...seen many this bike's pictures, now I know the story behind it!

[@russbellew6378]

Jay's skepticism regarding the use of stainless steel for the frame tubes is astute. This bike's function follows form.

[@duroxkilo]

they make some bmx and other 'jump bikes' custom frames out of stainless... apparently they don't last that much longer under stress compared to the regular steel ones, although the material itself is way more rigid.

[@CanadianMapleleaf]

Every piece is amazing and a work of art as a whole, beautiful. I can no longer keep my head in that racer position, just not comfortable

[@shelleyking8450]

This thing is gorgeous! It's so hard to make simple lines look so flowing and relevant, this is like rideable minimalist art.

[@mclarenscca]

The only word I can think for this bike, is stunning! What a beautiful piece of artwork!

[@kieranmurthy5245]

Do the unknown industries Harley’s. The world needs to see em

[@chrisbraid2907]

I know why Ducati hasn’t responded to the photo … … they are speechless! Extremely nice execution . So glad you got to show this bike off…. I love it …

[@chrisbryant267]

Knocked out of the park with this build. Everything about it is just perfection!❤

[@Ganiscol]

This bike looks sleek 😲

[@mytglg6uh]

Excellent definition of more money than brains!

[@wide36_vert]

“It’s a $500,000 bike” Jay: “Can you make it out of carbon fiber?” Jay is a boss

[@paoloviti6156]

But carbon fibre is a very difficult material to handle to use it as a frame. If my memory serves me correct only Cagiva in eighties tried on some racing bikes....

[@AvengerII]

Jay wants to be able to rebuild the bike in case of a crash with Bondo to fill in the scratches and bumps?

[@terryeasterday580]

​@@paoloviti6156 He wasn't talking about the frame, just the hand hammered aluminum body work. The tank and fairing. 😊

[@paoloviti6156]

@@terryeasterday580 oh, my English is not perfect and I apologise about this misunderstanding but thanks for the info👍👍

[@terryeasterday580]

@@paoloviti6156 No need to apologize, it's all good. Remember there's no such thing as a dumb question, it's how we learn and understand. I ask "dumb" questions all the time. I didn't know Cagiva made a carbon fiber bike, so I learned something new also. Cheers mate.🙂

[@TBullCajunbreadmaker]

Jay and I are about the same age and he has been riding almost as long as I have. I'm glad to see he is still able to ride that Cafe bike. I don't think it is his cup of tea now at his age but it is a beautifully designed bike. A lot more money than it needed to be is all I can say. No way would I put that kind of money into a bike even if I had the spare dough. But some people's kids you know.

[@normalisntcomingback.Jesusis]

Yeah Jay didn't like riding it but he didn't mind looking at it..like you said some people's kids smh..

[@joelbrittenour8197]

@@normalisntcomingback.Jesusis Jay may be old but he knows how to ride.

[@normalisntcomingback.Jesusis]

@@joelbrittenour8197 did I say anything about his age or if he knew how to ride??

[@yahatinda]

@@joelbrittenour8197 GEEZ,HE AINT OLD LIKE KING TUT, I WAS 73 WHEN I BOUGHT MY LAST MOTORCYCLE,AN ELECTRO-GLIDE

[@nickturner2813]

@@yahatinda What's an Electro-Glide, dopey, an electric Harley? And you think that you're not too old!

[@ToreHansen]

That bike looks amazing!!

[@richdavidson8554]

Jay, thanks for asking the questions I would have - not being afraid to question things. This thing's amazing.

[@carlosc3260]

Wow! These guys went to Arrakis, captured 3 little makers and made an exhaust system out of them 🤯

[@kaspetto]

love this bike. i love the single seat cafe racers. This will go down as one of the most beautiful of it's kind in my mind. cheers to the builders and designers, and thanks Jay for more great no nonsense motorcycle content. cheers!

[@richardcrighton8079]

they got it right when they said it would spend its life being adored rather than actually ridden. but as motorcycle art goes, it's a goddess.

[@hugoagogo2156]

I saw that thing at the Quail gathering. What a beauty!!

[@noyfub]

Simply Magnificent!

[@Firestorm637]

One of the most beautiful bikes I have ever seen. I have owned Lambos, Aston Martin, Maserati, many Porsches, Ducati’s. MV Agusta, etc. I appreciate moving ART. Almost as much fun looking at a masterpiece as riding one

[@melvinburwell8202]

I wouldn't ride that too far Jay. Good luck.🙏❤❤🤑

[@lordbogus6709]

Absolutely stunning! There has been no compromises to the design, everythibg is like it should be... maybe it could have been a bit lower?

[@GameAssetsGarden]

I'm late to the game, but I started binge watching your videos about a week ago. Great content, Jay!

[@swiper1818]

Stunningly beautiful bike!

[@A.J.1656]

I've always loved motorcycles that are beautiful because their form follows function, not the other way around.

[@paulbiggs9279]

A piece of art, beautiful

[@vinuezaer]

Proud to have them in Austin.

[@curtn7076]

Very impressive design and execution.

[@andywilliams4063]

Had a mate who fell of his bike not wearing gloves, bikes smashed to bits, only injury was his hands, couldn't work for 12 months. Wear them

[@edevans7486]

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[@guytansbariva2295]

I can't remember when I saw a rider on the road NOT wearing gloves. I know guys who wear full riding Kevlar armour even when they're taking a Sunday cruise in a rural area.

[@roywillis7856]

No

[@Boneless_Tony]

Had a mate who thought he could tell another man how to live his life. He got killed for it. Shut up.

[@jamesantonacci888]

Love the motorcycle content. Not my cup of tea with this bike but i can appreciate the time and money put into a one off build.

[@tysoncott7402]

Love the car stuff but really enjoy the motorcycle content, motorcycles are true art, and more of “man and machine” Please do more mc content.

[@paulbacon517]

Pick my jaw up off the floor another mind blowing vid from Jay

[@ronaldwilliford301]

Nice Bike! WoW love the exhaust and wheel spokes

[@boris2997]

The build quality is amazing 👏 what a beautiful bike

[@MarcS4R]

AMAZING, more motorcycles please

[@markmcleod4086]

Jay!!! GLOOOOOVES!!!!!

[@sly2392]

jay said it all. it looks as though its going 200 mph just standing there.

[@dommarston23]

wow. absolutely wonderful. and great vid Jay 👊👍👍

[@rickstrandberg6398]

Fantastic job! Now finish the pipe!

[@marcoluoma3770]

Thanks for this. It’s great to see a bike on the channel. More, please.

[@TheRealCCSmith]

That dude makes the coolest bikes ever!

[@AlreadyDeadInside83079]

That's probably the most beautiful Cafe Racer I've seen in my life. I'm blown away.

[@mura0]

Simply stunning. Very reminiscent of Hazan bikes. Congrats.

[@lvlavericktheoutsider1090]

I was aiming of the rear fender all the episod... it really grinds my gears...

[@edrodrigues3333]

Programming for the 5 axis is one thing, but hammering out the aluminum body work really shows the craftsmanship.

[@HondaFan470]

Leno is definitely the type of guy to wear full motorcycle gear EXCEPT for what the road meets first... your hands lol

[@ivannarvaez367]

I’m not a bike guy, but damn that’s gorgeous. Glad to see Jay still enjoying motorcycles.

[@45green1]

Beautiful, unique bike, super well done 😍👏🏻

[@danielflorio7728]

That bike is a beautiful piece of art...

[@nocheteipsum]

Astounding. Thanks Jay!

[@gastonave]

When I go on a bicycle ride I go past Revival Cycles and I always stop and look through the window at what they've built.

[@metschambel4074]

Great stuff!! Jay, please do some episodes with Max Hazan's bikes!!!!!

[@brookesenfrance3852]

Gorgeous bike 😍😍😍😍😍 sounds lovely too. Thanks Jay!

[@RJ_Reaganspaw]

WOW! And I even like the color. I'll take 2.

[@johncunningham4820]

What a Jaw-Dropping Custom . YES , I does look like a Factory Special . The Execution is THAT good . Simple and Clean . Very much an S S feel .

[@paulvarrieur976]

I agree with jay, never got the chopper thing

[@slam854]

Just learned of the Barber Motorsport Museum. After a tour their in house designer sat for a conversation with Pierre Terblanche. His design work with Ducati is epic but he states his greatest achievement is his latest work with BST called the Hypertek electric motorcycle. Comments of the bike stated only Jay Leno could afford one. You should consider it.

[@noneshere]

I do remember " the bird cage " 👍👍. Pretty neat they built that too.