Arlen Ness

Arlen Ness
Ness in 2014
Born(1939-07-12)July 12, 1939
DiedMarch 22, 2019(2019-03-22) (aged 79)
Occupation(s)Motorcycle designer, entrepreneur
Years active1960–2019
Known forCustom motorcycles
Spouse
Beverly Ness
(m. 1960)
RelativesCory Ness (son), Zach Ness (grandson)
Websitewww.arlenness.com

Arlen Darryl Ness[1][2] (July 12, 1939 – March 22, 2019) was an American motorcycle designer and entrepreneur best known for his custom motorcycles. Ness received acclaim for his designs, most of which are noted for their unique body style and paintwork.

  1. ^ "Happy Birthday to Arlen Ness, Legendary Custom Builder, Victory Motorcycle Dealer & Motorcycle Icon". Victory Motorcycles. Retrieved 8 August 2014.
  2. ^ Blake Z. Rong (15 July 2013). "Happy Birthday, Arlen Ness". Autoweek. Retrieved 9 September 2015.