Our Story
Charles Tonna
After that night, my mission was clear: I needed something special that would take my ride to the next level. My goal became to design bike parts that meet the following standards:
- Give my ride a true classic look like no other
- Stand out from every other bike
- Be badass even when standing still
- Be a work of art when in motion
- Easy to fit without modifications
From that point on, I’ve dedicated myself to creating custom accessories that transform every ride into a masterpiece.
I Set the Standard High, as You Can See
I scoured shops and online stores, but nothing fit my vision. Even with my background in Aerospace Engineering, I couldn’t find parts that looked proportional or right for my ride. So, I decided to create something custom—and discovered a major flaw. From certain angles, a bike’s turn signals are practically invisible, which shocked me. With research, I learned this “dead zone” is a leading cause of accidents. A badass bike is great, but a safe one? Even better for all of us.
How I Mastered Light and Reflection for a Better Bike Signal
I took inspiration from classic cars like the 1959 Ford Galaxie, especially its striking tail lights. Their huge, bright lenses with grooved channels were exactly what I wanted for my Harley. But I didn’t stop there. I designed a custom lens that not only gave the light space to shine through, but also added over 30 grooves to enhance its appearance. To improve visibility and eliminate the ‘Dead Zone,’ I hand-polished the lens to a chrome-like finish, ensuring maximum light reflection.
Polishing Chrome: The Work Behind the Shine
Imagine starting with a scratched, machine-grooved, dull steel surface and transforming it into something as bright as chrome. No problem. We did it, because it makes for a safer ride.
While writing this, I was in America and bumped into a fellow rider during a smoke break. He shared that his bike had just been hit in the back fender. Funny enough, I had just been writing about that issue…
Crafting the Perfect Lens to Eliminate ‘The Dead Zone’
I've designed these with both Bad Ass style and real function in mind. This isn’t just another product to fit a corporate budget—it’s a personal project, just like your bike. I’ve created them to stand out, to be works of art, and to enhance the safety of my ride. These pieces are my craftsmanship, something I’m proud of. Thanks for taking the time to check them out, my friend!
