Saffi, an employee of the Tokyo New Vintage workshop, dedicated five years to transforming an Honda Cross Cub 110 into a machine that brings back the essence of the legendary XR600R from the 1980s. The project mixes authentic nostalgia with precise modifications, creating a scrambler that balances vintage aesthetics with modern functionality. Cada customization detail reflects personal choices and practical learning accumulated over time.
Do love at first sight to the five-year project
Tudo started when Saffi saw a white Cross Cub 110 on the street and was immediately attracted to the vehicle’s compact shape. Simple ownership evolved into a creative obsession, fueled by daily contact with customizations in the workshop where he works. What was just a hobby turned into a long-term project, with the owner learning to personally carry out each stage of the transformation.
The goal was to incorporate the off-road feel of classic Honda bikes into a modern vehicle. Saffi researched the XR600R and defined its visual style: reproducing the iconic red, blue and yellow color scheme of that era. The bike not only copies the colors, but absorbs all the visual and mechanical identity of an authentic scrambler from the 1980s.
Pintura manual and structural modifications
The exterior was completely repainted by Saffi herself, ensuring that every feature reflected her personal vision. Special Pneus (3.00-17 at the front and 4.60-17 at the rear) reinforce the off-road proposal, while lengthening the rear swingarm by 4 centimeters changes the proportion and behavior of the bike. Essas structural modifications transform not only the appearance but also the driving dynamics of the vehicle.
The blue seat is perhaps the most striking element of the customization. Saffi insisted on the importance of this choice, as the tone precisely evokes the palette of the 1980s. The upholstery uses fabric from RDD, a brand specialized in customizations with a focus on aesthetics and texture. The result balances form and comfort, making the seat not only visually appealing but also functional for everyday use.
Elementos that define the visual identity
- Pintura exterior made manually by the owner in red, blue and yellow
- Piscas and custom taillights for scrambler style
- Interruptores, custom handlebars and instrument panel
- Escapamento simple facing up, reinforcing the pop style
- Calotas and toolbox integrated into the design
- Barra TORQUE CUSTOM CYCLE CHOPPERS
- RDD bench Capa in vibrant blue
Cada element was not installed simultaneously. Saffi built the bike in stages over the five years, allowing his taste to evolve naturally. The vehicle went through different states: classic white, then sober black, until finally reaching the red, blue and yellow that define it today. Nenhum detail was ignored, including a plush toy of Vila Sésamo that attaches to the key, reflecting its owner’s laid-back personality.
Rotina maintenance and relationship with the machine
The experience of using the Cross Cub 110 daily has shaped Saffi’s maintenance habits. Ela suffered a flat tire in the past due to negligence and now checks the tire pressure every time he fills up. Como there is no fuel indicator on the model, it maintains a strict routine of monitoring the gasoline level before each trip. Essas practices reflect practical learning and respect for the machine that has accompanied it since February 2021.
Satisfação personal after five years of dedication
What sets this customization apart from others is patience and personal involvement. Saffi did not deliver a finished bike after months, but rather an in-progress project that gradually evolved. Cada phase represents a stage of your personal relationship with the vehicle. When asked about her feelings after five years, she replied accurately: “My own motorcycle is the best.” Essas words contain not only satisfaction with the final work, but recognition of the time invested and the personal identity that he gave to the machine. The Cross Cub 110 is a direct reflection of those who customized it, gradually transformed into a two-wheeled reality with an off-road heart from the 1980s.
