MOTORCYCLES & COFFEE ANNOUNCES THE CUSTOM MOTORCYCLE SHOW AT AMERICADE 2026
15 SHOW CLASSES • TROPHIES FOR EVERY CATEGORY • $500 GUARANTEED BEST IN SHOW
The Motorcycles & Coffee Custom Motorcycle Show is set to take center stage at Americade 2026, delivering a high-energy, builder-focused competition that celebrates every corner of motorcycle culture—from historically accurate restorations to cutting-edge performance machines and radical one-off customs.Built for both serious competitors and passionate enthusiasts, this show introduces a 15-class judged format, designed to recognize craftsmanship, creativity, engineering, and the lifestyle that defines motorcycling.
“From timeless restorations to radical customs and performance-driven machines, the Motorcycles & Coffee Custom Motorcycle Show at Americade brings together the full spectrum of motorcycle culture—where craftsmanship, performance, and lifestyle collide.” - Andy Myers, Owner - Motorcycles & Coffee
💰 CASH PURSE & AWARDS - Motorcycles & Coffee is putting real money behind the builds:
🏆 Best in Show – GUARANTEED $500 CASH PAYOUT
💵 Trophies for EVERY Category Winner
🎖️ Trophies, recognition, and sponsor-backed prizes
👉 This is a builders-first show—where your work gets seen, judged, and rewarded.
MORE THAN A SHOW --- A CULTURE
The Motorcycles & Coffee Custom Show at Americade is where:
- Builders Gain National Exposure
- Riders Connect with Authentic Motorcycle Culture
- Brands Engage Directly with Passionate Enthusiasts
From garage-built customs to elite-level show bikes, this event is built to showcase it all.
2026 CUSTOM MOTORCYCLE SHOW SPONSORS
SHOW CLASSES
BEST FRAME-OFF
RESTORATION
Complete disassembly to the bare frame and rebuilt to factory-correct condition.
Judging Focus: OEM accuracy in hardware and finishes, flawless fit and finish, mechanical integrity, and strict historical correctness.
Built For: Serious restorers, collectors, and vintage purists bringing motorcycles back to life.
BEST
CHOPPER
Highly customized, stretched, and artistic motorcycles.
Judging Focus: Creativity, stance, fabrication skill, paint, and overall presence.
Built For: Old-school builders and those pushing raw custom culture.
BEST
BOBBER
Minimalist, stripped-down builds with clean, purposeful design.
Judging Focus: Simplicity, proportions, clean wiring, and cohesive execution.
Built For: Garage builders and modern custom enthusiasts.
BEST
CAFE RACER
Race-inspired vintage street machines.
Judging Focus: Period-correct styling, ergonomics, detail work, and performance feel.
Built For: European and vintage performance enthusiasts.
BEST BAGGER /
TOURING
Touring motorcycles customized for comfort, style, and show presence.
Judging Focus: Paint, audio integration, bodywork, rideability, and finish.
Built For: The heart of the Americade crowd.
BEST PERFORMANCE / STREETFIGHTER
Performance-driven, stripped-down sport bikes.
Judging Focus: Functional upgrades, aggressive styling, engineering, and real-world performance.
Built For: Riders who demand speed, handling, and modern edge.
BEST SCRAMBLER /
TRACKER
Off-road inspired street builds blending versatility and style.
Judging Focus: Suspension, tires, authenticity, and rideability.
Built For: Adventure riders and lifestyle builders.
BEST PAINT /
FINISH
Excellence in paintwork, plating, and surface finish.
Judging Focus: Depth, clarity, creativity, detailing, and execution.
Built For: Artists, painters, and detail perfectionists.
BEST ENGINEERED
BUILD
Innovation in design, fabrication, and mechanical function.
Judging Focus: Problem-solving, fabrication quality, structural integrity, and originality.
Built For: High-level builders and fabricators.
BEST VINTAGE
(PRE-1980)
Original or restored motorcycles from pre-1980.
Judging Focus: Authenticity, condition, preservation, and historical story.
Built For: Collectors and historians preserving motorcycle heritage.
BEST CLUB STYLE /
PERFORMANCE HARLEY
Performance-driven Harley builds focused on real-world riding.
Judging Focus: Suspension, braking, upgrades, aggressive styling, and usability.
Built For: Dyna, FXR, and performance Harley riders.
BEST ADVENTURE /
OVERLAND BIKE
Motorcycles built for long-distance travel and exploration.
Judging Focus: Functionality, gear integration, durability, and usability.
Built For: ADV and overland community.
BEST METRIC /
IMPORT CUSTOM
Custom motorcycles based on non-American platforms.
Judging Focus: Creativity, transformation, execution, and detail.
Built For: The diverse global custom scene.
MOTORCYCLES & COFFEE
SPIRIT AWARD
The bike that best represents the lifestyle and culture of Motorcycles & Coffee.
Judging Focus: Story, personality, brand alignment, and crowd connection.
Built For: The heart and soul of the event.
BEST IN SHOW
(JUDGES + PEOPLE CHOICE COMBO)
The top motorcycle of the entire event.
Judging Focus: Overall excellence, craftsmanship, uniqueness, and crowd impact.👉 The ultimate honor—backed by a $500 guaranteed cash payout.
Join us at the 2026 AMERICADE
Motorcycle Rally
The 2026 Motorcycles & Coffee Custom Motorcycle Show takes place at the Americade Rally in Lake George, NY.