Arlen Ness
Arlen Darryl Ness[1][2] (July 12, 1939 – March 22, 2019) was an American motorcycle designer and businessman. He was best known for his custom motorcycles. Ness became famous for his designs, most of which are known for their unique body style and paintwork.
Arlen Ness | |
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 Ness in 2014 | |
| Born | July 12, 1939 Moorhead, Minnesota, U.S. |
| Died | March 22, 2019 (aged 79) |
| Occupation | Motorcycle designer, entrepreneur |
| Years active | 1960–2019 |
| Known for | Custom motorcycles |
| Relatives | Cory Ness (son), Zach Ness (grandson) |
| Website | www |
Ness died on March 22, 2019 at the age of 79.[3]
Arlen Ness Media
QuickNess, in the permanent collection of the Oakland Museum of California.
A motorcycle with two engines by Arlen Ness
A streamlined motorcycle by Arlen Ness
"57 Chevy Bike" designed by Carl Brouhard and built by Arlen Ness with metal fabrication by Ron Covell in 1995.*1995 Harley-Davidson EVO 80 cubic-inch engine.
Arlen Ness Victory motorcycle at the Seattle International Motorcycle Show
Entrance to Arlen Ness Motorcycles in Dublin, California
Arlen Ness motorcycles and trophies on display in Dublin, California
References
- ↑ "Happy Birthday to Arlen Ness, Legendary Custom Builder, Victory Motorcycle Dealer & Motorcycle Icon". Victory Motorcycles. Retrieved 8 August 2014.
- ↑ Blake Z. Rong (15 July 2013). "Happy Birthday, Arlen Ness". Autoweek. Retrieved 9 September 2015.
- ↑ Williams, Don (March 23, 2019). "Arlen Ness Passes – 1939-2019". Ultimate Motorcycling. Retrieved March 23, 2019.
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