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Artfully Handcrafted Motorcycles

'k101' is a BMW-Inspired Motorcycle Made by Artists and Designers

— April 21, 2016 — Autos
'k101' is the name of a handcrafted motorcycle created by designers Phillip Wulk and Matthias Pittner of Impuls in collaboration with artist Fabian Gatermann.

The design of the motorbike is based on the BMW k100, which is where the name of the new creation comes from. The perspective that the artist and designers brought to the project caused the motorcycle to be created in a truly unique way. After the motorcycle's design was completed by Gatermann in 3D, the computer-inspired polygons from the frame were drawn back onto the motorcycle by hand. This design detail can be seen on the parts of the motorcycle that frame the driver's seat.

The two designers from Impuls also worked to create a second motorcycle with artist Matthias Edlinger.
Trend Themes
1. 3D Design in Motorcycle Manufacturing - Using 3D design techniques in motorcycle manufacturing can result in unique and artistically inspired creations like the 'k101' motorbike.
2. Collaboration Between Artists and Designers - Collaborations between artists and designers in motorcycle manufacturing can lead to innovative and visually striking designs, as demonstrated by the partnership between Impuls and Fabian Gatermann.
3. Handcrafted Motorcycles as Artistic Expressions - The rise of handcrafted motorcycles allows for the creation of truly unique and visually appealing bikes that serve as artistic expressions.
Industry Implications
1. Motorcycle Manufacturing - Motorcycle manufacturers can explore disruptive innovation opportunities by integrating 3D design techniques and collaborating with artists to create visually stunning and artistically inspired bikes.
2. Art and Design - The art and design industry can benefit from collaborations with motorcycle manufacturers to create one-of-a-kind masterpieces that combine functional design with artistic expression.
3. Custom Motorcycle Market - The custom motorcycle market can capitalize on the trend of handcrafted motorcycles as unique artistic expressions, offering customized and visually striking bikes to discerning consumers.
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