The Bikeriders – motorcycle adventure in the cinema

The film “The Bikeriders” is coming to German, Austrian and Swiss cinemas.

Tom Hardy and Austin Butler as members of a biker gang in 1960s Chicago.

The cinema release is on June 20, 2024

The film “The Bikeriders” is based on Danny Lyon’s 1968 documentary photo book about a motorcycle club in Chicago. Director and screenwriter Jeff Nichols was inspired by this book of photographs. The main roles are played by Jodie Comer, Austin Butler and Tom Hardy. The film shows numerous classic Harley-Davidson motorcycles.

THE BIKERIDERS – Official Trailer 2

The machine ridden by Tom Hardy in the film inspired the design of the Hydra-Glide Revival, a 2024 model in the Icons Motorcycle Collection. This limited edition model is reminiscent of the original Hydra-Glide types, introduced 75 years ago, which featured a telescopic fork. The current model is technically modern and has a special paint job in Redline Red and Birch White, similar to the 1956 model that Tom Hardy drives in the film.

Austin Butler's motorcycle, an early Electra Glide, is a forerunner of the current touring models. The distinctive 45° V-twin engine and the design of the tank, headlights and fenders show the continuity in Harley-Davidson design that has developed over the years and culminates in the modern Street Glide and Road Glide models.

The film tells the story of a fictional motorcycle club in Chicago in the 1960s. Benny (Austin Butler) and Kathy's (Jodie Comer) relationship is put to the test as Benny has sworn loyalty to both club boss Johnny (Tom Hardy) and his wife Kathy. As the motorcycle club grows larger and more dangerous, Benny must choose between his loyalty to Johnny and his love for Kathy.

Note: As far as we know, the Hydra-Glide Revival model is already sold out.

Photo credit “UPI Media”