Flame Thrower: The ‘Spitfire’ BMW from VTR and TW Steel

In this era of high tech, when every motorcycle spec sheet seems to contain a dizzying array of acronyms, it’s reassuring to see that old school skills are alive and well. This extraordinary drag racer looks like it belongs on the pages of a 1930s Boy’s Own Annual. But it was completed just a few days ago by VTR Customs of Switzerland, and will race in the Sultans of Sprint series in Europe. VTR’s latest build is based on an R1200 R supplied by BMW. It’s also a collaboration with the Dutch watchmaker TW Steel, which has just released a...