Bavara: A custom BMW R9T with an R90S tank

There's no denying the BMW R nineT's hit status. It's fun to ride, comes in six great flavors, and lends itself well to custom work. But here's the thing: even though it's unquestionably retro, it cuts a more modern, roadster-like silhouette than the classic boxers it pays homage too. While that doesn't make it any less pretty, it has given rise to a new trend in R nineT customization. Builders like Hookie Co. and Unit Garage now have kits out to replace the R9T's curvaceous fuel tank, giving it the more blocky and utilitarian vibe of its predecessors. Here's another...

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