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Changing the Game: Brian Klock on Innovation & the Rise of Klock Werks | One Gang Ep. 082
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Brian walks us through how Klock Werks was born, the origin of the legendary Flare™ Windshield, and how his passion for design and performance continues to influence the industry. He also shares stories from the salt flats, the shop, the shows and what’s next for Klock Werks.
About Our Guest:
Brian Klock is a builder, entrepreneur, innovator and Class of 2012 Sturgis Museum inductee whose work has helped shape modern motorcycle design. Klock Werks continues to set the standard in both function and form for performance baggers and custom builds alike.
Timestamps:
00:00 Introduction to One Gang Worldwide Podcast
00:27 Meet Brian Clock: A Legend in Custom Motorcycles
01:53 Brian's Early Life and Influences
06:09 First Motorcycle and Entrepreneurial Spirit
11:10 Lessons from Family and Community
17:22 The Journey to Journalism and Photography
22:42 Building and Customizing Motorcycles
30:18 Adventures and Challenges in Motorcycle Riding
42:29 Meeting Donny Smith and Rob Rail
43:04 The Kawasaki Ninja Gas Cap
44:42 Becoming a Hamster
46:11 Building the Turbo Bagger
49:19 Starting Clockworks
53:56 Early Challenges and Successes
01:00:48 Discovery Channel Biker Build Off
01:11:09 The World's Fastest Bagger
01:18:33 The Flare Windshield Innovation
01:22:49 Support from Click Baldwin
01:26:57 Bank Troubles and Financial Struggles
01:27:40 Personal Growth After Divorce
01:28:18 Meeting Vanessa and New Beginnings
01:31:45 Overcoming Financial Challenges Together
01:37:32 Harley Davidson and Business Ethics
01:42:07 Inspiration and Legacy in Motorcycle Building
01:56:16 The Importance of Relationships and Positivity
01:57:22 Speed Round: Fun and Personal Insights
Connect with Brian & Klock Werks:
Brian IG: https://www.instagram.com/mrwerks/?hl=en
Website (Socials in Footer): https://getklocked.com
World's Fastest Bagger: https://getklocked.com/blogs/news/klock-werks-builds-the-world-s-fastest-bagger
Watch Discovery's Biker Build Off S3 Ep10 Brian Klock vs. Jason Hart wherever you stream!
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