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
The Iron Horse Saloon – Take it in with all your senses!
Like sap oozing out of some big old pine, character oozes out of every nook and cranny at the Iron Horse Saloon. And like a big old tree, it took many years to grow and develop this character. Most of us are familiar with the Iron Horse Saloon, in name,
GEORGE SMITH’S TRAMP
Text – Blue Miller, Photos – Michael Lichter Blue Miller (Yes, Blue is her real name despite the pink hair!) is a guest writer for this installment of “Lichter Notes.” Born and raised in England, she still lives and works there when not writing about and traveling on Route 66
The Lone Star Rally. A Hidden Texas Gem (Only 400,000 Know About!)
With 400,000 people attending the annual Lone Star Rally in Galveston, Texas, the first week of November each year, it is the largest bike rally of any kind in Texas and presumably the largest 4-day motorcycle rally in the US. Its popularity can be attributed to three main factors: the