From Bone-Stock to Full-Throttle: The CB750 Custom Scene Is Alive and Thriving. Few bikes have earned the legendary status of the Honda CB750 — the original superbike that reshaped motorcycling in the 1970s. But what makes the CB750 truly timeless isn’t just its engineering or impact — it’s the global community of builders, tinkerers, and dreamers who keep rewriting its story.
Across garages, basements, and backyard sheds, riders are breathing new life into these vintage machines. From cafe racers and bobbers to brat builds and choppers, the CB750 has become the ultimate canvas for creativity. Each bike tells a story — not just of customization, but of dedication, skill, and love for the ride.
We’ve gathered some of the most jaw-dropping, boundary-pushing CB750 builds submitted directly by the community. These are the bikes that stop traffic, spark conversations, and remind us why we ride. Whether you’re a longtime builder or just dreaming about your first project, get ready to be inspired.
Dennis Farrenkopf's - 1970 CB750 Trike
Dennis Farrenkopf’s 1970 CB750 Trike is more than a custom ride — it’s a lifelong time capsule of pure biker ingenuity. At 18, denied a co-signer for a new Kawasaki, Dennis built his own dream machine from scratch: a chrome-laced CB750 engine, Corbin Gentry frame, fiberglass body, and a Harley Servi-Car rear end sourced from the same shop that later supplied American Chopper. The trike has lived multiple lives — bar-hopping in Long Island at 19, marriage road trips, DMV battles across three states, and multiple rebuilds, including an 836cc bore, disc brake conversion, and handmade stainless steel parts. Now 72 and living in New Hampshire, Dennis is wrenching her back to life once again. And honestly? That’s the kind of garage legend that deserves a crown.
John DeMaria's - 1974 CB750K
John DeMaria’s 1974 CB750K Chopper is a head-turning slice of 1970s rebellion — raw, real, and beautiful. As his first Honda chopper, John went all in. The build features a modified American Engineering frame paired with a rare “Carlini Hardhead” front end — complete with original Carlini forks — and topped with a Brian Littlejohn “Diamond Tank” that screams custom attitude. FUBAR straight pipes add the final growl. It’s not just a ride — it’s a time machine forged in chrome and attitude, straight from ’74.
Todd Porterfield's - 1976 CB750K
Todd Porterfield’s 1976 CB750K Café Racer is a masterclass in subtle transformation — a vintage sleeper with serious attitude. With only 8,300 original miles and just two owners, this bike already had pedigree. But Todd took it next-level with a Gus Kuhn Norton replica tank, Vincent-style seat, racing box swingarm, and a 4-into-2-into-1 exhaust that hints at its custom soul. He personally hand-polished the engine cases and crafted the front fork covers — proof that real craftsmanship isn’t dead. The result? A head-turner so sleek, people can’t even tell it’s a Honda.
Craig Della Vedova's - 1973 CB750K
Craig Della Vedova’s 1973 CB750 café racer, known fittingly as “Adrenaline,” is what happens when a $100 basket case gets rebuilt into a show-winning monster. Sporting an 849cc big bore kit, CR race carbs, and a polished stainless Yoshimura 4-into-1 header, this machine is as aggressive as it is gorgeous. Nearly every component has been powder coated, polished, or replaced with stainless steel — making it gleam like a weapon. The bike snagged first place at a Dime City Cycles café racer show in St. Petersburg, and with only 900 miles on the clock, it's still breaking in — and still getting faster. If “Adrenaline” is any indication, we can’t wait to meet its 1000cc sibling: “Dramamine.”
Patrick Cargill's - 1979 CB750K
Patrick Cargill’s 1979 CB750 DOHC Bobber is a true garage-born original, built piece by piece in North Texas heat. Starting with about 10 boxes of mismatched and missing parts, Patrick transformed chaos into custom — building both the engine and the frame entirely by hand. Just three months and 1,000 miles later, his minimalist bobber is already a head-turner on those warm Texas roads. And he’s not slowing down — with a ’78 and an ’81 CB750 currently on the bench, Patrick’s turning his passion into a full-blown vintage CB dynasty. Fun, fun, fun indeed.
Gary Merritt's - 1974 CB750K
This 1974 CB750 Café Racer, built by Jim Voyles and shared by a proud new parts customer, is a fusion of craftsmanship and creativity — with speed on its mind. Jim, known for crafting just a few custom CBs each year, gave this one a signature twist by repurposing an old Yamaha gas tank as a tail section. The result is a one-of-a-kind silhouette ready to turn heads — and maybe clocks too. With Maine’s land speed runs at Loring AFB on the horizon, this vintage rocket might soon prove it’s not just built to show… but to go.
Ben Sturgell's - 1976 CB750K
This 1976 CB750 Chopper is pure old-school attitude on two wheels — stretched, stripped, and roaring with style. Featuring an 810cc big bore kit, rigid frame, extended metric forks, and a coffin tank, it’s the kind of custom that demands a double take. Forward controls, leather throttle grips, a Maltese cross tail light, flame-etched chain guard, and a custom skull battery box all add to the vintage outlaw vibe. Topped off with drag pipes and a squeeze-bulb horn (seriously!), it’s loud in both sound and personality — and absolutely unforgettable on the street.
Alex Vorderman's - 1971 CB750K
Alex Vorderman’s CB750 Café Racer adventure kicked off with a 1 AM Craigslist dive — and turned into a full-blown obsession. After a late-night motorcycle chat with friends, Alex found “the one” just two hours away from Indianapolis and snagged his first bike by noon the same day. The project was a mess (think Velcro holding down the seat), but the love was instant. Since then, he's poured heart, soul, and more cash than he’d admit into making it his dream machine — and he’s nowhere near done. Through every phase, VintageCB750.com has been his go-to parts source, beating out competitors not just on quality, but trust. “Waiting for a parts delivery feels like Christmas Eve,” he says — and we’re honored to be his Santa.
Jean Decary's - 1973 CB750K
Jean’s 1973 CB750K Brat-Style build is proof that passion beats experience — every single time. With zero mechanical background, Jean picked up a Clymer manual, spent months deep in research, and transformed his bike over six focused winter months in Montréal. Instead of chasing factory perfection, he went full custom, blending classic CB750 lines with a 2013 brat-style vibe that’s clean, minimalist, and uniquely his. He credits VintageCB750.com for the crucial parts that made it possible — and now he’s out there “doin’ the ton” with pride.
Steve Burrell - 1979 CB750K
Steve Burrell’s CB750 Café Racer is a polished powerhouse — reborn with purpose and precision. In its second incarnation, this beauty now packs an 823cc big bore, a Dunstall fuel tank, and a ducktail bum bump that cleverly hides the relocated battery. A billet triple tree adds stability, while polished alloy and Dyno coils (thanks for the shoutout, Steve!) bring both shine and spark. Though he's recovering from a second knee replacement and waiting on the final seat upholstery, Steve’s aiming for a September debut — and this sleek machine will definitely be worth the wait.
More Than Machines — These CB750s Are Rolling Legacies
What ties all these incredible builds together isn’t just horsepower or polish — it’s heart. Each custom CB750 you’ve seen here is a testament to personal vision, hard-won skills, and the enduring bond between rider and machine. They may have started as boxes of parts or barn finds, but they’ve become expressions of freedom, nostalgia, and pure moto artistry.
To everyone who shared their builds: thank you for keeping the spirit of the CB750 alive. And to those reading and wrenching — keep the torch burning. The next great build might be yours.
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