In the world of custom motorcycle fabricators, there are people who are well-liked and people who are respected . Only a few are both, and among them, even fewer are acknowledged as deans of their industry.

Dave Perewitz is a member -- many would say a leader -- of that very elite group.

As for why he's so respected, five minutes of viewing – and/or riding -- one of his custom creations will tell you everything you need to know. When you cruise the streets on a Perewitz custom motorcycle it is beyond doubt, "ART IN MOTION".

Dave has been building and customizing motorcycles since the early 70's. He started out in his fathers back yard shed and has made it to a new state of the art facility in Bridgewater, Massachusetts. The "shop" houses every aspect of the business from paint to assembly to selling t-shirts.

Perewitz Cycle Fabrications has built bikes for many celebrities. Most recently is Nascar driver Tony Stewart. Among other celebrities is Hulk Hogan, Brad Whitford of Aerosmith, Ruben Brown of the Chicago Bears, Crew Chief Greg Zipadelli and many more.

In 2003 Dave did a Biker Build-off for Discovery Channel. He went against Florida's Billy Lane, as Dave describes the build and ride as a "once in a life time experience". Well it just so happens that Dave is making it twice in a life time.

He finished filming another Biker Build-off in 2006 that rode to Sturgis South Dakota. He went against Phoenix Arizona's Paul Yaffe. Dave came home with the trophy and a beautiful "Flaming Masterpiece".

Dave has a new book out, Chopper Master and King Flames. It is a great story of his motorcycle life style and the many experiences he has endured.

He also recently finished a paint book, Advanced Custom Motorcycle Painting. Make sure to check out these books at your local book store.

Come to the Springfield Motorcycle Show to meet this icon of the custom motorcycle industry. To find out more about Dave before the show, check out his web site at www.perewitz.com