# Salvaged Component Electric Motorcycles The Lark Machine Co. Streamliner Motorcycle is Rustic By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2019-08-02 | Autos Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lark-machine-co-streamliner References: [coolmaterial](https://coolmaterial.com/motorcycles/lark-machine-co-streamliner-electric-motorcycle/) & [larkmachineco](https://larkmachineco.com/) The Lark Machine Co. Streamliner Electric Motorcycle is a different kind of [eco-friendly transportation solution](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-solaris) that aims to transform perceptions surrounding what they can look like. The motorcycle was built by BMXer Shea Nyquistare and is achieved using mostly [salvaged or recycled vehicle components](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/verge-ts-pro-motorcycle), which makes it appear quite rustic. Weighing in at a whopping 1,700 pounds, the motorcycle doesn't have any handlebars and requires quite a bit of skill in order to keep it upright during riding. The Lark Machine Co. Streamliner Electric Motorcycle is being developed to break the land speed record for [two-wheeled electric motorcycles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ultraviolette-shockwave), which is within reach given its current ability to reach 80mph at just 10% of its throttle capacity. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.3/10 - Popularity: 74% | Activity: 47% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Autos](https://www.trendhunter.com/autos) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Eco-friendly Transportation:** The use of salvaged or recycled vehicle components in electric motorcycles presents an opportunity for eco-friendly transportation solutions. - **Rustic Design:** The rustic appearance of the Lark Machine Co. Streamliner Motorcycle showcases the potential for unique and visually appealing designs in the electric motorcycle industry. - **Land Speed Records:** The development of the Lark Machine Co. Streamliner Electric Motorcycle highlights the potential for breaking land speed records in the two-wheeled electric motorcycle category. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Electric Vehicle Manufacturing:** Electric vehicle manufacturers can explore the use of salvaged or recycled components to create unique and sustainable product offerings. - **Motorcycle Design and Engineering:** Motorcycle designers and engineers have the opportunity to experiment with rustic aesthetics and innovative features in electric motorcycles. - **Automotive Racing:** The pursuit of land speed records in the electric motorcycle category can spur innovation in the automotive racing industry. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Redesigned Electric Race Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/64-street-spec-caf-racer.md) - [Lightweight Electric Motorbikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lightweight-electric-motorbike.md) - [Individually-Crafted Electric Motorcycles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tarform.md) - [Sculptural Electric Motorcycle Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/c6.md) - [Hybrid Design Electric Motorcycles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/instinct-electric-motorcycle.md) - [Street-Legal Electric Motorbikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/land-district-scrambler.md) - [Record-Setting E-Motorbikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rgnt-motorcycles.md) - [Tech-Packed Electric Cafe Racers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ecaf-racer-by-ox.md) - [Retro-Style Electric Motorbikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rm1s.md)