The Lipstick Lover – A Chopper with Soul
The Lipstick Lover ships out tomorrow, and while we’re excited for her to bring joy to a new owner, parting with this one is bittersweet. She carries a piece of our soul.
The Vision – Vanilla Cycles Style
This build says a lot about who we are at Vanilla Cycles, LLC. The Lipstick Lover started during one of North Dakota’s long winters (all nine of them). With no roads to ride and plenty of inventory around the shop, we poured our time into a project that would represent our style.
At Vanilla Cycles, we’re a vintage V-Twin motorcycle shop with a passion for old-school choppers. Our mission is to keep the culture alive while inspiring both seasoned riders and a new generation of chopper lovers.
The Build – Simple, Sleek, and Classic
We wanted the Lipstick Lover to be:
- Simple and sleek with smooth, flowing lines — much like the classic choppers of old
- Reliable, powered by an Evolution motor
- Practical, with split tanks for long stretches between fuel stops on North Dakota’s wide-open roads
- Stylish, with a low-profile rigid hardtail, blacked-out finish, and red flames
The end result? A build that checks every box — functional, fast, and undeniably cool.
The Name – From Shop to Soul
The name came naturally as the bike came together. Even before paint, we were in love with the style and feel. But when the paint — the “makeup” — went on, it was official. She became the Lipstick Lover.
Final Ride
Now, this soul-infused machine is headed for the Carolinas, ready for her next chapter. We’re proud of what she represents: the culture, the craftsmanship, and the spirit of Vanilla Cycles.
And yes, we’ll miss her.
