# Plumed Bikes The Tim Hawkinson Sherpa Motorcycle Looks as Light as a Feather By Summer Luu | Published 2010-12-07 | Autos Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tim-hawkinson-sherpa-motorcycle References: [selectism](http://www.selectism.com/news/2010/12/06/tim-hawkinson-sherpa/) & [foundbyjames](http://www.foundbyjames.com/notes/tim-hawkinson-sherpa) The Tim Hawkinson Sherpa Motorcycle takes a unique approach to its design as bikes usually have a [badass look](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ducati-821). Opposite of this concept, this [motorcycle looks pretty](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dab-1-transparent-edition) in its feathery delight. This charming design may be more geared towards bikers who don't always like the grungy rocker look and just want to cruise through the roads in style and flair. The Tim Hawkinson Sherpa Motorcycle may be pretty, but it's still pretty badass. **Implications** - Businesses that devote their efforts to creating classic products infused with a modern or contemporary twist will likely generate favorable results within society today. Businesses that provide innovative or creative enhancements to better serve the individuals of their consumers will benefit in massive ways. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.2/10 - Popularity: 32% | Activity: 56% | 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 ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Classic-contemporary Products:** Opportunity to create classic products with a modern or contemporary twist that resonate with today's society. - **Innovative Customer Enhancements:** Opportunity to provide innovative or creative enhancements to better serve consumers, leading to significant benefits. - **Stylish Non-traditional Motorcycles:** Opportunity to cater to bikers who seek motorcycles with a charming and pretty design instead of the usual grungy rocker look. ### Where This Applies - **Automotive Industry:** Opportunity for automotive companies to explore the creation of classic-contemporary vehicles that appeal to modern consumers. - **Design Industry:** Opportunity for designers to develop innovative enhancements and creative solutions that elevate customer experiences. - **Motorcycle Industry:** Opportunity for motorcycle manufacturers to tap into the market for stylish, non-traditional motorcycles with a charming and pretty aesthetic. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [High-End Titanium Motorcycles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ccm.md) - [Dapper Dual-Tone Superbike Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bmw-motorrad-ch4-superbike.md) - [Cutely Compact Commuter Mopeds](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mini-bike.md) - [Barebones Motorcycle Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/barbones-motorcycle.md) - [Breathtaking Bobber Motorbikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bobber-motorbikes.md) - [Sculptural Electric Motorcycle Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/c6.md) - [Shapeshifting Superbike Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hypercycle.md) - [Futuristic Motorbike Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-braun-motorbike.md) - [Elegant Shape-Shifting Concept Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/concept-bike1.md)