Of all the Asian countries, Japan has the highest profile in the custom scene, and has even exported the whole genre of SR400 modifications. But other countries are getting more press now, with Australian shop Deus moving into Bali and the whole Indonesian scene gaining momentum. Now it looks like the turn of Taiwan, helped by classy new magazines such as Free Biker. This hunkered-down Sportster custom is called Guerrilla: it’s just graced the pages of Free Biker, and comes from an upstart new Taipei shop called Rough Crafts. According to builder Winston Yeh, “The initial idea for this bike was to get it to look custom, without being too ‘far out’—because Taiwan has a crazy regulation that all bikes bigger than 250cc have to pass an annual exam after they are older than five years. The bike is compared to the stock picture and if it looks too different, it will be hard to pass. With that in mind, I tried to create a bike that has similar profile to stock. So you probably think it’s ‘normal’ from far away, but you can see the customization when up close.” The bike takes Harley’s Nightster theme a step further, with a chopped front end, new bars, bodywork and lighting—and a terrific exhaust system that adds to the compact, muscular vibe. Excellent work from a builder worth keeping an eye on, so check out Rough Crafts’ blog for regular updates.
Tech spec
2009 Harley-Davidson Sportster Iron 883
Builder: Winston Yeh
City/state: Taipei, Taiwan
Company: Rough Crafts
Fabrication: Rough Crafts
Welding: Winston/Shin Metal Works
Parts Design: Winston Yeh
Air cleaner: Rough Crafts
Exhaust: Rough Crafts
Mufflers: Rough Crafts
Frame: Stock with a little chop-off
Front End: Stock chopped/Rough Crafts Triple Trees
Tank: Rough Crafts
Fenders: Rough Crafts
Paint: Rough Crafts/BianChin Paint Studio
Graphics: Rough Crafts
Tires: Coker 5.10×16″
Foot controls: Stock Mid
Handlebar controls: Rough Crafts
Throttle: Neo Factory
Headlight: Rough Crafts grill-type headlight
Taillight: Rough Crafts grill-type LED taillight
Seat: Rough Crafts
Mirror: none
Gas caps: Rough Crafts
Handlebars: Rough Crafts
Risers: Rough Crafts
Grips: Rough Crafts
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I love this bike. Where can I get parts?
Hello Winston,
Don’t want to bother with the same questions, but I really like what you have done to this bike. Is there any way you can email me a price list for all the custom parts added and can you provide any info on how to add the larger wheels. Really interested in the exhaust, seat, and rear fender setup. Thanks for your time and keep up the hard work.
Armando
Hi Wiston, Can you send information on purchasing Rough Crafts parts , I would like to install the Roug Tank, the fender, the seat and Exhaust on my 2008 Sportster 883 XL. Thanks in advance
Bruno
Hi Winston – really love the Guerilla and his given me inspiration for my own Iron project which I am currently working on … could I ask if the seat is available to buy? Perhaps you could let me know if they are & how much it would be (I am based in England) …
Also, will you be selling other parts, such as the exhausts?
Looking forward to hearing from you
Kind Regards
Derek
Would like a set of exhaust you did for the The Iron Guerilla. Can order a set?
hey Winston, fantastic work…Love to buy some parts from you, just what I’ve been looking for and I didnt think it exsisted until now. I’ll be in Taipei start of Jan 2012 for a few days. Would like to visit your temple and bathe in it’s glory.
Is it possible to make an order of some parts before I arrive…?
Cheers!
When beginning, it is from Japan.
The motorcycle that you made is wonderful.
I also have gotten on the iron.
I want to buy the seat and Air Cleaner of the iron of you ROUGH CRAFTS.
[Diamond stitched solo seat]270$
[Finned Air Cleaner] polished 330$
Want to buy … and by all means
Can you send it to Japan?
Please answer.
Hiroyuki from japan ehime
Hiroyuki from japan ehime
I’m sorry.
It is my motorcycle.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DRpChiWWq20&feature=channel_video_title
Hello guys I´d like to know if you can sell to me the front weel (seems to be the original Iron 883 rear weell right? 16″) and the FRONT FORK BRACKETS The tires I just have found 5.00 x 16″ . Please give me a feed back
is the rear and front tire coker 5.10x 16 available in your store?
Best regards from Rio de Janeiro Brasil
Thank you so much!!!
Congratulations for you and your perfect fat original project!!!!
Fernando Fernandez
Hi Winston,
Great bikes and Art work you got there!! I am really interested in your Diamond stitched seat and Light Grill. I want to know how can I order both items? How much it would be to shipped to U.S.? Looking forward to hearing from you
Kind Regards
Ben. Fung
Greetings Winston
Epic craftwork transforming the sportster into The Iron Guerilla-totally sick!. So can you hook me up for details,parts and price or do you intend to make this a one off inspirational iconic talisman?.I would be proud and honoured to badge your emblem of superior craftsmanship.Keep the excellent work up dude.
Hoss, London (South)
Hello, I’m Paul and I write from Italy.
I would buy one of your seat.
I have a 2009 iron
is it possible?
Paul, the email you left fail to go through, is there another one?
Hello Winston,
Great job on the Iron 883 Guerilla,
Please send me the details of all the parts and components you have changed in it and how i can customize it exactly the way you have, how can i buy the parts from you and their prices.
This is probably the best customized job on a bike i have seen in a long time.
Best Regards,
Hi Winston, I am in Australia and would like to get some info on the Guerilla bike, I like the exhaust,rear fender and the seat……….are these available for purchase and if so what is the process
Darrell
Hi man love the triple trees you put on the bike. Would like to buy them. Please tell me where to get those from !
Thanks in advance.
Naveen.
still keen to buy some of your products Winston
cheers
Darrell
I love this bike. I have a 2006 1200r that I would like to make look just like yours. Would it be possible to send me a list of parts needed?
Thank You,
Rick G.
May I order some parts?
Rick G
Hi Winston,
This bike is absolutely amazing.
Please send me the details of all the parts and components you have made on this bike and how i can customize it exactly the way you have it shown. Can you please provide the prices as well and a contact to order everything.
I have been waiting for a long time to see a custom bike like this.
Thank you for your vision.
Best Regards,
How do I get one of these if I am in Chicago? Do you ship the parts? Or how does it work? I would like to get one of these Guerillas.
Beautiful bike, Winston. Interested in ordering parts, can I get a price list. Particularly interested in the exhaust and air cleaner. Thanks for posting the pics!
Hi Winston,
This bike looks amazing. I am interested in a price list for the custom parts on this bike – specifically the exhaust, rear fender, seat and handlebars. I’m also interested to know how to fit the large front tire (a second rear tire?)…
Kudos once again, and I look forward to hearing from you.
Would like to order some parts can I get price list thanks Rand
Hi, Winston
this Bike is absolutely amazing. me being in the navy i find it hard to find the time to make my 883 look like this beautiful peace of work. and am definitely in love with the tires on it. is the any way possible to get work like this done on my bike? and how much? im currently in san diego california. please let me know highly interested.thanks winston.
hello,
I WOULD LIKE TO BUY THE HARLEY 1200 48 AND CUSTOMIZE LIKE THE IRON 883 GUERILLA WITH THE SAME PARTS, MAY YOU BUILD IT FOR ME?BEST REGARDS.JC MATHORE
HELLO WINSTON,
I would like to keep in touch with you please.Best regards;jc MATHORE from NEW-CALEDONIA.
I absolutely love this bike! I Just brought my Iron 883 and would love to do something exactly like this on my bike. Could you please send me a price list for all the parts for that bike. Thanks alot!
John M
How do I purchase some of your parts/goods? I’m very interested in some of your parts for my 2011′ sportster. I’m in the india. Please let me know. Thanks
Winston, Fantastic what you’ve done with the bike. I have a 2011 HD48 that I’d like to I’d like to purchase some parts for, specifically the Air Filter, Dual Seat and Headlamp Grille. Do you know if all will fit stock? Can you arrange shipment to Australia and how do I make payment? Can you also tell me the Specific Coker Tyre you used on the Iron Guerrilla? Is it the “BECK” tyre in the Coker Catalogue? Thanks, Nick
I am interested in ordering some parts sor my 09 Iron. I already has handmade exhaust and air cleaner. I was looking for the look you have done and would like to have a chance to own parts from this bike. The US needs to take some lessons on how to make badass Sportsters. Great bike can’t wait to see what is next.
Chase
This bike is essence of BADASS!!!! I’m in the process of modifying my Iron and want this look (16 inch front wheel).I just completed the stage 1 (1200 CC) upgrade and forward controls.
Every Harley dealer and local shop in the US says I’ll have to change out the entire front end. I don’t mind however, am interested in your pricing to gauge an estimate. Thanks for your help and great work.
James
Also how do I order your parts, pay, shipping Ect??
Thanks James
Hello,
Could you tell me how i can buy the following parts because i would like to put this part on my HD 48 :
- Grill for stock in black
- Air cleaner in black anodized
Is it possible to arrange the shippment ti switzerland and how i can pay to you ???
Thank in you advance for you reply.
Very nice job.
Nico
This bike is sick guys, where can I order parts ? Thanks
Beautiful bike – How can I get those mid-glide triple trees? I have an 08 XL1200N Nightster I have been wanting to put a fat front tire on since I bought it.
Do you sell them I hope?
Thanks, andon
Hi guys i’m going mad. There are two weeks that I am looking for some stuff you used in your 48 custom. I need the gold handgrips and footpegs. Can you write me where i can bought them or their price?
Thankyou very much!
Hello,
I’m interested in the Diamond stitched solo seat for my 2011 Iron, can you ship to Italy?
Thank you in advance, bye.
Can these parts be purchased and sent to the US. If so how much?
hi guys
i’m very interested by your exhaust
can you tell me the price to send them in France ??
i have an 2010 iron 883
thanks a lot
Awesome Sportsters you are building Winston! You have a store on your website but I was not able to find a way to make a purchase. Do you ship to the U.S.? Please let me know if it is possible to buy one of your seats. Thanks.
Ride safe,
Dan
Hi Winston, i would like to ask you some prices of some parts on Guerrilla….can you give me one your e-mail contact so i can send to you my request.Thank and regards.
Hey Winston ,
My names Ryan Sealey from the UK , Love your design on this bike really makes it unique.I’m not interested in buying parts, but am more interested in buying the whole bike from you, may even pop out for a week to do a little site seeing at the same time if this at all possible?
many thanks
Ryan