The Ballad of Busted Spark Plugs

For decades, BMW’s GS line has set the benchmark in adventure riding: capable, enduring, and engineered for the long road. While the factory machines are built for performance, the custom world operates on a different wavelength, shaped by interpretation, instinct, and Individuality. 

The Spare Parts project was born out of a desire to clean out the Workshop at Deus Emporium of Post Modern Activities in Venice, CA. Deus ambassadors and resident builders Forrest Minchinton and Ciaran Naran have spent the better parts of their lives racing dirt bikes and most recently contesting the SCORE World Desert Championship full time as the Deus racing team in the Pro Motorcycle Unlimited class. 

Arwin, head mechanic and bike builder at our Bali Temple in Canggu chats new and old builds, bashing body parts from scratch,...