Biker Leclerc gets a set of customized two wheels

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Just like Lewis Hamilton, Charles Leclerc is an avid motorcycle rider, and like the Mercedes star who designed his own bike in collaboration with Ducati, the Monegasque now also has his own customized set of two wheels.

Leclerc teamed up with French builder Bad Winner to commission a big bike based on the Husqvarna Vitpilen 701.

The machine features mean, futuristic aesthetics with carbon bodywork and wheels, with peak horsepower of about 85hp.

It's unsure who will be chasing who around Monaco this year, but the chase is definitely on between Hamilton and Leclerc.

Phillip van Osten

Motor racing was a backdrop from the outset in Phillip van Osten's life. Born in Southern California, Phillip grew up with the sights and sounds of fast cars thanks to his father, Dick van Osten, an editor and writer for Auto Speed and Sport and Motor Trend. Phillip's passion for racing grew even more when his family moved to Europe and he became acquainted with the extraordinary world of Grand Prix racing. He was an early contributor to the monthly French F1i Magazine, often providing a historic or business perspective on Formula 1's affairs. In 2012, he co-authored along with fellow journalist Pierre Van Vliet the English-language adaptation of a limited edition book devoted to the great Belgian driver Jacky Ickx. He also authored "The American Legacy in Formula 1", a book which recounts the trials and tribulations of American drivers in Grand Prix racing. Phillip is also a commentator for Belgian broadcaster Be.TV for the US Indycar series.