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
Fred Cuba’s Red Wheel Survivor
Fred Cuba entered the bike world when he started racing in 1970, when he was just 15 years old. It didn’t matter whether it was a hill climb, flat track, or scrambles. You took your bike wherever you could race. To that end, Fred started going to Sturgis in 1973
Born-Free Texas: Back to the Roots
Two big forces came together to create a new event that had many of us buzzing in anticipation. Yellow Rose Canyon has staged several motorcycle events since Oliver Peck took the helm in 2021 (Check out my feature on the Southern Throwdown), and we’ve all been witness to the many
Tom Keefer and his Red-Knuck – Show and Go
The story behind this beautiful custom Knuckle is the story of Tom Keefer’s life. It was one of the first full customs he built for himself, and the bike that he is most proud of. It all stems from the fact that motorcycles have coursed through his bloodstream his entire