The 15th Annual The One Motorcycle Show Builder Awards Winners: Celebrating Excellence in Custom Motorcycle Craftsmanship Since 2009

Portland, Ore. (April 30, 2024) – Announcing the winners of the 15th Annual The One Motorcycle Show Builder Awards! From April 19 to April 21, 2024, over 300 custom motorcycles vied for recognition in Portland, Ore. Hosted by none other than Burt Furnace, the ceremony crowned the top builders with handcrafted custom axes from Shwood Eyewear, gifts from Danner and Leatherman, alongside a special Custom Year 15 Sandwitch Leather Belt and a one-of-a-kind welded buffalo handmade by Thor ala DIY Steel.

The One Motorcycle Show Builder Awards Winners

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J&P CYCLES CATALOG CUSTOM - Caleb Smythe’s 1980 Harley Davidson Shovelhead

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ELECTRIC COWBOY - Sosa Metalworks’ 2024 Ryvid Anthem

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THIS IS A BAD IDEA - sketchy or really fast bike - Al Hackel’s 2023 Hackel-Wright 98ci

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DIAMOND IN THE ROUGH - a wonderful gem that’s unnoticed - Robert Trottier’s 2009 Indian Chief

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RIDE SLOW, DIE WHENEVER - fun little machines - Mike Fitzpatrick’s 1968 Honda Z50s

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POLISHED TURD - started ugly, end result is pretty - Clancy Peterson's 1978 Honda CB400T

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APOCALYPSE MACHINE - bikes that will go anywhere - Edward Brink’s 1987 Suzuki/Harley Psychobilly quad

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I CAN’T AFFORD THIS - bike that redefines high-end - Koh Sakaguchi’s 1981 HD Sportster

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FEMALE BUILDER - who run the world (women builders) - Theresa Contreras’ BMW Motorrad R9T

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BEST WELD - weld wizard/dopest welding hood - Mitchell Witkamp’s 1995 BMW K1100LT

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MOST DIY - spares no expense on zip ties and duct tape - Neil "Morto" Olson’s 1949 Intrepid/ Lutefisk Speed Single

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PEOPLE'S CHOICE - says it all - Paolo Asuncion’s 2003 Honda Rebel

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ONE SHOW AWARD - Thor picked and given - Alex Stoos’ 2012 Harley Sportster

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CHAMP OF CHAMPS - best in show - Mike Aldridge’s 2001 Harley Davidson Lowrider

Russ Brown Bike Giveaway - Chase Barrett - BMX 310R Photo  

Triumph Columbia River Bike Giveaway - Helen Dillen - Triumph Scrambler 400 Photo

“It's a privilege to see such creativity and passion for motorcycles of all kinds. Hats off to all the participants and congratulations to all the winners! Until next year, keep destroying those bikes and making better ones!” Thor Drake

About The One Motorcycle Show

Since 2009, The One Motorcycle Show has grown to be North America's largest custom bike show, attracting thousands of motorcycle enthusiasts, builders, and artists from around the world to Portland, Oregon each year. With a focus on creativity, individuality, and the spirit of motorcycling, the show has become a must-attend event for everyone. Follow @the1moto and @seeseemotorcycles on Instagram for real-time updates. 

About Thor Drake

The One Motorcycle Show is the brainchild of Norwegian thrill seeker Thor Drake whose wild ideas have landed him in Jackass Two, the Guinness Book of World Records, VICE commercials and countless other publications. He even has a TEDx Talk about pushing yourself to think differently. He’s a highly-skilled creative director, motorcycle builder, self-described janitor, father and partner, using his creative ideas to create something great for the motorcycle community. Thor Drake and The One Motorcycle Show followed a sold out One Show in April 2022 with a sold out Castle Rock TT event in August that was later awarded flat track event of the year by American Motorcyclist Association.