About Michael
Michael Lichter is one of the most iconic photographers in motorcycle culture, known for capturing the spirit of the biker lifestyle for over four decades. He’s been riding and shooting since the late ’70s—starting out on his ’71 Harley-Davidson Shovelhead, which he still owns today.
His big break came in 1979, when Easyriders magazine began publishing his work. By 1981, he was shooting at Sturgis for them, a tradition that continues to this day. Over the years, he’s photographed everything from custom bike builders to legendary motorcycle rallies, while also building a career as a commercial photographer for major brands.
Michael’s work has taken him across the world and into over 1,000 published features. His deep roots in the scene and sharp photographic eye give him
rare insight into the people and machines that define motorcycle culture.
To learn more about Michael and see more of his work, visit his website: lichterphoto.com
About Michael
Michael Lichter is one of the most iconic photographers in motorcycle culture, known for capturing the spirit of the biker lifestyle for over four decades. He’s been riding and shooting since the late ’70s—starting out on his ’71 Harley-Davidson Shovelhead, which he still owns today.
His big break came in 1979, when Easyriders magazine began publishing his work. By 1981, he was shooting at Sturgis for them, a tradition that continues to this day. Over the years, he’s photographed everything from custom bike builders to legendary motorcycle rallies, while also building a career as a commercial photographer for major brands.
Michael’s work has taken him across the world and into over 1,000 published features. His deep roots in the scene and sharp photographic eye give him
rare insight into the people and machines that define motorcycle culture.
To learn more about Michael and see more of his work, visit his website: lichterphoto.com
Lichter's Blogs
Arizona Bike Week, the Big Picture
Arizona Bike Week has been around since a group of local bikers started meeting in Avondale, just west of Phoenix, in 1997. It’s undergone a number of changes over the years, but since settling in at WestWorld of Scottsdale in 2006, its growth has been exponential. The event now boasts
Cherry Bomb – a 90-Day Dash to Samurai Style
Thirty years ago, the last person that would have thought a “Cherry Bomb” could explode after 90 intense days of work would have been the builder of this bike, Mark Shell. Back then, he had just quit his day job bagging groceries at the local supermarket, the proceeds of which
Eye Candy, Dustin Werner’s Skinny Shovel Chopper
“Eye Candy,” the name of this traditional 70s-style skinny chopper, is appropriate as there is so much to look at. What is great is how it has achieved a perfect balance – not too much, and not too little, of anything. It is simple, but the more you look, the