Beach Body: The Honda Dominator NX650, Italian style

Established shops have the pick of the crop when it comes to donor bikes for projects. But when you're a first-time builder, choosing a suitable platform to cut your teeth on can be daunting. Ideally, you want something affordable, reliable and easy to work with. The Honda Dominator NX650 is the perfect candidate—which is why Marco di Marcello picked it for his first build. Based in Rome, Marco juggles his time as a photographer, physiotherapist and athletics trainer. When he has a spare moment, he restores vintage Vespas. Then a chance meeting with the crew from Deus Ex Machina really...