Arlen Ness Very Happy Face

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One day Arlen told me “Hard work is as good as talent”. And of course he is right. So if you add his 30+ years of hard work in the motorcycle industry to his natural talent, it’s no surprise that Arlen Ness received from the hands of Holger Mohr, CEO of Custom Chrome, a “Lifetime Achievement Award”. It happened last weekend during the Custom Chrome Europe Dealer Show in Mainz, Germany. Then, Arlen Ness went back to “hard work”, signing autographs during hours to his European fans. Arlen Ness is only the third person to receive the Custom Chrome Europe “Lifetime Achievement Award“. The 2 former recipients are in 2006 “Motographer” Horst Rosler (author of these 2 pictures) and in 2008 John Reed. Arlen, please promise not to use the half tank of this award to start a new project! Congratulations. Arlen Ness Enterprises.

12 Responses to “Arlen Ness Very Happy Face”


  1. 1 Fred Apr 3rd, 2009 at 11:02 am

    Arlen looks as happy as a kid receiving his first bicycle! Well deserved Mr. Ness.

  2. 2 raycwheeler Apr 3rd, 2009 at 11:19 am

    A well deserved award .

    Ray

  3. 3 the other fred Apr 3rd, 2009 at 4:20 pm

    Congratulations Arlen.

  4. 4 Nicker Apr 3rd, 2009 at 11:48 pm

    Arlen über alles

    -nicker-

  5. 5 jatinder Apr 4th, 2009 at 2:28 am

    i agree with all….arlen deserves it.congrats arlen.

  6. 6 Grayhawk Apr 4th, 2009 at 6:18 am

    Just Class

    Congrats
    Grayhawk

  7. 7 MJ Apr 4th, 2009 at 8:46 am

    congrats, beautiful rides.

  8. 8 t holland Apr 4th, 2009 at 12:22 pm

    I first met Arlen Ness@ Bike Week 2002. He was set up on Beach St next to Daytona Harley. Never in a hurry, he talked bikes, weather, family and the industry like we were long lost friends. He took the time for a photo with my wife and an autograph for my nephew…. Such a class act.

    The “Soap Opera” builders should take note.

    I can’t think of anyone in the industry more deserving of this award.

    Congratulations

  9. 9 rodent Apr 4th, 2009 at 8:13 pm

    Arlen’s the best

  10. 10 krugger Apr 6th, 2009 at 7:45 am

    It’s my favorite custombike builder ! I like him , not only for his work, but because he’s always smily and because everybody can speak with him! Congrats again Arlen!

  11. 11 My Evil Twin Choppers. com Apr 6th, 2009 at 11:17 am

    Congrats Arlen, you deserve it!
    Your influence to custom parts and custom motorcycles is seen on nearly every bike on the road.
    What a HUGE contribution!

  12. 12 Patrick R. Apr 6th, 2009 at 10:22 pm

    Looking forward to Arlen’s upcoming show. April 17 and 18th at the Sam Mateo convebntion center, 2495 South Delware Street. 94403. We will be there too….should be a great show!

    Patrick R.
    KustomKolorsInk.com

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