When attending car shows, it’s not uncommon to come across DeLoreans that have been meticulously transformed into faithful replicas of the iconic time machine from Back to the Future. And who can blame the DeLorean owners? Finding joy in recreating beloved vehicles is a lot of fun, especially for DIY enthusiasts who enjoy building and taking things apart.
Occasionally, you might stumble upon a Mad Max replica, although not as frequently as the DeLorean time machines. Personally, I’ve only seen Pursuit Special MFP Interceptors in person. Unfortunately, I’ve never had the opportunity to see a faithful replica of Goose’s MFP Kwaka KZ1000—that’s where YouTube comes in.
At the 2023 Classic Motorcycle Mechanics Show in the West Midlands, UK, a lifelong Mad Max fan named Phil Cotton unveiled his dream build. In the beginning of the video, he briefly shares the story of how he always wanted to build this bike, but only got around to it as a pensioner because he finally had the time.
He doesn’t delve into the details of how he built the replica, but he mentions that he made every effort to make it as close as possible to what was seen in the movie. While I’m not an expert on Mad Max, it looks and sounds pretty impressive to me. The only difficulty he encountered during the recreation was finding appropriate rearsets—he acknowledges that they might not be exactly like what was shown, but he is still satisfied with the end result.
Overall, he estimates that the bike, gear, and necessary vehicle registration to bring his dream to life cost around £13,000, which is approximately $15,801 when converted in October 2023, if you’re curious.
As mentioned earlier, this video not only allows us to see the bike, but also hear its powerful engine during a thrilling burnout. For the full experience, it’s recommended to wear headphones to truly appreciate the Z1000 engine sound. However, be mindful of the volume during the burnout if you choose to watch this way.
