Dario Callegher, owner of a Miami-based Perfekt Speed Shop, recently sent us photos of his latest creation; a rather striking Triumph Bonneville turned custom Scrambler. Starting it’s life as a 2005 Bonnie, Callegher stripped it down, and transformed it based on a friend’s direction, who was inspired by the “Bonneville Heuer” a TAG Heuer Special Edition Bonneville from 2009.
The stock headlight was replaced with a number plate and dual stacked mini spotlights. Interestingly, Callegher opted to use the underside of the leather giving it a suede-like finish. Sump guard, stubbie front fender, and MX-style bars and grips complete the off-road aesthetic for the build. And while this bike isn’t insanely chopped or customized, that never really was the point. Still looks like fun for a good fire trail rip, don’t you agree?
“Born in Milan Italy, I started following my father’s footstep into the world of racing at 6 years old (he was Technical director at Ferrari first, and Alfa Romeo after, Formula One teams). For years in my summer vacations, I travelled all over Europe to see the best Formula 1 Races, I was attracted to the mechanical, performances and design aspect of those cars… till it was time to start racing myself at age of 9. After 10 years of successful racing I didn’t have the drive to do what most of my ex-colleagues did, to become a professional race car driver, so I turned my attention to the fashion industry, where I learned more about style and design.
After many years working with the biggest brands in fashion in Milan first and then in New York, I decided to move in Miami, where I could combine my work and my hobby.
My passion for engines, cars and motorcycles led me to start Perfekt Speed Shop in late 2013, a place to realize my dreams and that of others. I’ve always been interested and attracted to the aesthetics of classic bikes, good taste, and refinement of brands like Triumph, Ducati and BMW among others.
Influenced by the retro look, when building a new bike I try to combine style and performance, keeping in mind that each new creation has to be unique and exclusive. I care for detail and seek harmony in curves and forms, in the spirit of the original bike. Therefore, working with the client on the design is fundamental for me, so that their needs along with our particular style meet their expectations.”
