# Toy Bike Timepieces Make a Motorcycle from Recycled Watch Parts By Marissa Liu | Published 2010-02-24 | Autos Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/motorcycle-watch References: [gizmowatch](http://www.gizmowatch.com/entry/motorcycle-made-from-reused-watches-is-one-miniature-delight/) & [wikihow](http://www.wikihow.com/Make-a-Motorcycle-out-of-Old-Watches) This motorcycle-watch hybrid is actually a [miniature collectible toy](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hot-wheels-and-daniel-arsham). For would-be sculptures that either have many [old watches laying around](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vintage-alarm-clock-wristwatch) the house or motorcycle enthusiasts (or some combination of both), creating these tiny toys could quickly become a hobby. Creating these [motorcycle-watch collectibles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/brm-x-honda) involves a 13-step process. You can modify the bike to represent different styles and use different kinds of watches too. Click on the link below for the 13-step process or to watch a how-to video. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.0/10 - Popularity: 7% | Activity: 46% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 90% men, 10% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Autos](https://www.trendhunter.com/autos) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Upcycling:** The trend of using recycled materials for creating unique products presents disruptive innovation opportunities for companies interested in promoting sustainability and environmental friendliness. - **Customization:** The trend of modifying products according to individual preferences presents an opportunity for companies to offer personalized products that cater to consumer preferences. - **Toy Collectibles:** The trend of collecting toys presents disruption opportunity for creating unique, one-of-a-kind collectibles that cater to individual preferences. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Watchmaking:** The watchmaking industry can leverage upcycling trends to offer innovative products that promote sustainability and environmental consciousness. - **Toy Manufacturing:** The toy manufacturing industry can capitalize on the trend of collecting toys to offer unique collectible products that cater to individual preferences. - **Crafting:** The crafting industry can capitalize on the trend of customization to offer unique, handcrafted products that cater to individual preferences and promote the value of artisanal work. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [DIY Wooden Watchmaking Sets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tfo-clockwork.md) - [Monotrack Bike Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/monotrack-bike.md) - [DIY Wristwatch Kits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mechanical-wristwatch-building-kit.md) - [Ultra-Intricate Motorcycle LEGOs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/motorcycle-lego.md) - [Custom-Built Sci-Fi Series Motorcycles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bumblebee-bike.md) - [Watch Movement DIY Kit](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/seiko-nh36.md) - [Steampunk-Inspired Motorcycle Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dirk-oehlerking.md) - [Custom Aluminum Motorcycles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ducati-821.md) - [Hyper-Detailed Motorbike Models](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lego-bmw-m-1000-rr.md)