Indian Riders Fest 2026 Announces 5th Anniversary Edition of the Budweis Indian Motorcycle Custom Show (BCS)
Mandatory pre-registration; only 25 finalists selected by an international jury across five classes
New for 2026: BCS will headline the “1+25” theme—25 finalists across five distinct classes culminating in one Best in Show—spotlighting Indian Motorcycle’s 125th Anniversary and the 5th Anniversary of BCS.
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The 2026 Indian Riders Fest announces the 5th anniversary edition of the Budweis Indian Motorcycle Custom Show (BCS), taking place during the legendary Indian Riders Fest 2026 from 18–21 June 2026 at Lipno Lake, Czech Republic. Pre-registration is mandatory for all entrants; no on-site entries will be accepted. An international jury will select a maximum of five custom motorcycles per class—25 finalists total—to compete and be showcased at BCS. In honour of the brand’s heritage, BCS entries are encouraged (but not required) to celebrate Indian Motorcycle’s 125th anniversary.
The Budweis Custom Show (BCS) – the only international custom bike show dedicated exclusively to Indian Motorcycle. The BCS proudly carries the AMD-approved custom show accolade for 2026 and promises a creative and inspiring showcase by European custom bike builders and Indian Motorcycle dealers.
BCS 2026: Five Exclusive Classes
- Scout: Open to all Scout models
- Non-Fairing: Open to all models without a fairing
- Touring (incl. Baggers): Open to all touring models, including baggers
- Clubstyle: Also embracing Performance and Streetfighter models
- Custom Paint: Celebrating the very best custom paintwork
Competition format
- Five competition classes
- Up to five custom motorcycles selected per class (25 finalists total)
- International jury selection; finalists only will be invited to display
Registration
- Mandatory pre-registration via the official website: budweiscustom.show
- Complete the online form with build details and images
- Only complete applications submitted through the official form will be considered
- Due to the limited field, early applications are strongly recommended
Key highlights
- 5th anniversary edition of BCS (BCS26)
- Takes place within Indian Riders Fest 2026 (18–21 June, Lipno Lake, Czech Republic)
- Jury President: Ola Stenegärd (Director of Product Design, Indian Motorcycle)
- Jury Chairman: Onno Wieringa (renowned international custom show jury member and industry veteran; Official Photographer/ AMD World Championship)
- AMD Approved for the 2026 edition
- The only custom show in the world 100% dedicated to Indian Motorcycle
- Mandatory pre-registration; no on-site registration
- Public Choice Award powered by IRF26: visitors can vote for their favorite custom
Visitor information
Event updates, schedules, and program details will be published at: www.indianridersfest.eu.
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About the Budweis Custom Show (BCS)
Now in its fifth year, BCS is the centerpiece custom competition of the Indian Riders Fest—and the world’s only custom show 100% dedicated to Indian Motorcycle custom bikes—celebrating craftsmanship, creativity, and the global Indian Motorcycle community.
About Indian Riders Fest
Indian Riders Fest (IRF) is an international festival celebrating Indian Motorcycle’s heritage, riders, and custom culture. Hosted in the Czech Republic, IRF brings together owners, clubs, dealers, partners, and builders for ride-outs, brand showcases, entertainment, and community experiences. The 2026 edition will be held 18–21 June by Lipno Lake and will host the 5th‑anniversary Budweis Custom Show (BCS), the world’s only custom show dedicated 100% to Indian Motorcycle.
About Indian Motorcycle
Indian Motorcycle is America’s First Motorcycle Company®. Founded in 1901, Indian Motorcycle has won the hearts of motorcyclists around the world and earned distinction as one of America’s most legendary and iconic brands through unrivalled racing dominance, engineering prowess and countless innovations and industry firsts. Today that heritage and passion are reignited under new brand stewardship.
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