# 'Dark Knight' Motorcycles The Custom Batpod Will Have You Racing Like a Superhero By Robyn Currie | Published 2010-05-23 | Autos Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/custom-batpod References: [uncrate](http://www.uncrate.com/men/cars/motorcycles/custom-batpod/) & [cgi.ebay](http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Batpod-Custom-Motorcycle-Batman-Movie-Prop-Dark-Knight-/170488332185#v4-33) The custom Batpod is the modern-day answer to the hoverboard from 'Back to the Future,' a design that looks so awesome on the screen that we all want one. Except this one actually exists. Designed to look like the [smokin' ride](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/maeving-rm1s-blackout) out of 'Dark Knight,' the custom Batpod is every man's dream. With the capability to reach [breakneck speeds](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ducati-panigale-v4-lamborghini), and little to no protection on or around it, the name 'Death Trap' would probably suit this bad boy as much as Batpod. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.9/10 - Popularity: 82% | Activity: 88% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 90% men, 10% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Autos](https://www.trendhunter.com/autos) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Custom Motorcycles:** Design and build custom motorcycles that cater to specific niches or target demographics. - **Replica Vehicles:** Recreate iconic vehicles from popular movies and TV shows for fans and collectors. - **Speed-focused Designs:** Create streamlined designs with a focus on high speeds for a unique riding experience. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Automotive:** Innovate and push the limits of motorcycle design, features, and technology to create safer and more efficient rides. - **Entertainment:** Collaborate with studios and production companies to create lifelike replicas of vehicles from popular media properties for collector's items. - **Sporting Goods:** Partner with sporting goods companies to create new, high-performance models and accessories for thrill-seeking enthusiasts. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Hybrid Design Electric Motorcycles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/spirit-electric-motorcycle.md) - [Superhero-Themed Hypercar Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pininfarina.md) - [Sleek Superhero Sports Cars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pininfarina-b95-gotham.md) - [Modernized Superhero RC Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hot-wheels-rc-original-edition-batmobile.md) - [Stealth Vigilante Vehicle Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lego-technic-batcycle.md) - [Custom-Built Sci-Fi Series Motorcycles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bumblebee-bike.md) - [Futuristic Sci-Fi Motorbikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hermes-x30.md) - [Sci-Fi-Inspired Superbikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/akiraducati-superbike.md) - [Stealthy Hero-Inspired Clogs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/batmobile-crocs.md)