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# Retro Rocket Motorbikes
The 1929 Jet Engine Motorcycle Claims to be the Only One of Its Kind

By Patrick Walsh | Published 2011-11-15 | Autos
Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jet-engine-motorcycle-1929
References: [uncrate](http://uncrate.com/stuff/1929-harley-davidson-jet-engine-motorcycle/) & [cgi.ebay](http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=230697392979#v4-39)

No your eyes do not deceive you: this is a retro 1929 jet engine [Harley-Davidson](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/harleydavidson-moshtribute) motorbike. It is powered by not only one but two jet engines, that are mounted either side of the body. Motorcycles are often the subject of extreme modifications but this claims to be the only [jet engine custom motorbike](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/beast-by-john-dodd) in the world. It is based on a 1929 ‘Harley-Davidson Harley Board Track Racer’.

The item is currently for sale on [eBay](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chiller) for $25,000 and the people who made it guarantee it will “rattle your windows for at least a five block radius.” It has also recently been the subject of a photoshoot for V-Twin Magazine which is due to be released soon.

## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter)

- Score: 5.8/10
- Popularity: 84% | Activity: 83% | Freshness: 8%
- Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women
- Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial
- Top markets: North America, Europe

## Categories

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## Key Themes

### Key Themes Behind This Trend

- **Extreme Motorcycle Customizations:** The trend of extreme modifications to motorcycles, such as adding jet engines, is gaining popularity among enthusiasts.
- **Vintage-inspired Motorbike Designs:** Vintage motorcycle designs like the 1929 Jet Engine Harley-Davidson are being reimagined and customized for modern-day use.
- **Unique and Collectible Motorbikes:** The market for one-of-a-kind and rare motorcycles, like the 1929 Jet Engine Harley-Davidson, is growing as collectors seek unique additions to their collections.

### Where This Applies

- **Motorcycle Manufacturing:** Motorcycle manufacturers can tap into the demand for extreme and vintage-inspired customizations, creating niche markets for specialized motorbikes.
- **Customization and Modification Services:** Companies that offer customization and modification services for motorcycles have the opportunity to cater to the growing demand for unique and personalized motorbikes.
- **Collectibles and Memorabilia:** The collectibles industry can capitalize on the market for rare and unique motorcycles, offering enthusiasts the opportunity to own one-of-a-kind pieces of automotive history.

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