![]() ![]() Beyond these fine achievements, the film was vital in launching the New Hollywood era of the late ‘60s and ‘70s.įurthermore, Easy Rider stands as a shining example of counterculture cinema, perfectly capturing the political climate and societal tensions present in 1960s United States. Finishing as the third highest-grossing film of the year, it also garnered Academy Award nominations for Best Original Screenplay and Best Actor in a Supporting Role for Jack Nicholson. Written by Terry Southern and stars Peter Fonda, and Dennis Hopper, Easy Rider was released in 1969 to critical acclaim and box office success. ![]() Following much reshaping, a dip of chrome, and a fresh coat of paint resembling the American flag and Captain America was born. Seat springs, front fender, and horn? You guessed it – gone. The Hydra-Glide’s panhead engine was retained, but little else of its original structure remained. Together, they set about building the now famous chopper. With a solid platform to start with, Fonda was joined by bike builders Cliff Vaughs and Ben Hardy. Protagonist Peter Fonda took the lead on the bike’s design, and even provided the original 1952 Harley-Davidson Hydra-Glide – purchased from a police auction. Such it was, that when 1969 film Easy Rider commenced production, wheels were set in motion to build something to really get the audience’s hearts racing. If you’re making a movie about a couple of free spirits riding motorcycles across America, you better believe the bike needs to be something that stands out. Read on to discover what made it so special, and how it secured its place in motoring history! First appearing in the cult 1960s film, Easy Rider, this bike came to be recognised as so much more than just another bike. But when it comes to truly iconic, era-defining motorcycles, it’s hard to go past the legendary “ Captain America” Harley-Davidson chopper. If you’re a fan of something more classic, the Harley-Davidson Fat Boy may be the first bike you consider. Nowadays, when you think of world-famous motorcycles your mind will probably think of brands like Honda, Suzuki, Ducati, or Yamaha. ![]() But this bike also inspires confidence in beginner riders thanks to its responsive handling, paving the way for bigger, more powerful bikes.The Captain America Chopper – Easy Rider’s American Icon If the T100 is used as a casual, local motorcycle, chances are a beginner rider will not go beyond third gear. Equipped with a 900cc parallel twin engine, ABS, traction control, twin gauge instrument cluster, and LED rear lights, the T100 brings its own sense of style, comfort, and performance to the table.īy bearing a tolerable amount of power, this lightweight bike can give newer riders their speed kick once they are ready for it. Lightweight, with classic styling and an underlying performance factor, the Bonneville T100 is the kind of entry-level motorcycle that new riders can get used to very quickly. The Triumph Bonneville T100 serves as the brand's go-to bike for newer riders looking for a user-friendly entrance into the motorcycling world. One part sportster, one part cruiser, all-parts fun. Press photo of the 2023 Triumph Bonneville T100 ![]()
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