Like many enthusiasts would, Elliot has jumped at opportunities to ride in exotic locations around the world. A trip to Bali and an insane cruise around Bangkok’s crazy roads to visit temples are just two trips he recounts with a wide grin. South America and Mexico are dream destinations for riding and are on the cards. “Even with a helmet on, you seem to be able to embrace those landscapes and enjoy it a bit clearer than usual.”
At home, Elliot rides a 2016 Mutt Mongrel 125, one of the first of its kind. Bought second hand, it was the bike Elliot was drawn to, with aspirations of riding throughout the summer. Having checked out local listings and via friends in Birmingham plus connections with other riders like Liam from the band Cancer Bats (who rode a Mutt from our HQ, through Europe, across the African desert and back again), Elliot discovered Mutt Motorcycles. He knew instantly that this was where he wanted to focus his search. A lucky and convenient lead introduced Elliot to a guy located merely streets away.
After a heart-pumping test ride, the purchase was made, and Elliot was hooked. He describes it as the best 125 he has ever ridden. And pleasingly, aesthetically it looked the part.
Owing to some prior owner wear and tear and knowing he had time on his hands, Elliot got in touch with Mutt to help him with the restoration project, bringing the bike back to its original building place for the work. Taking parts from the Fat Sabbath and a mixture of the understated, cross-breed features from the Hilts design (chunkier tyres and bars) the updates were added. As were new lights, chain, rear shocks, grips, a Fat Sabbath seat, throttle and controls, brake lines, a new exhaust, headlamp and indicators.