Bikecheck: Alexis Roussel's Unique Partymaster V2 !

Alexis Roussel teamed up with Patrick Franta for this unique project and the result speaks for itself. Inspired by the Lancia Delta S4 from the legendary Group B Rally class, they decided to replicate the Martini Racing colors on Alexi's new Partymaster V2 and it came out amazing. Keep on reading for a Full Bikecheck and to learn how this custom paintjob came to life.

“Following Max’s last build I got in touch with Patrick to first talk with him about painting in general, and along the conversation he offered me to make another custom paintjob.. That’s how the magic started. From there, we started thinking about what we could do. I have always been a huge fan of OG rally cars and especially the Group B days, man what a time to be alive!

Pat and I figured out it could be nice to imitate one of these cars. We agreed that the Lancia Delta S4 that competed in the World Rally Championship in 1985 and 1986 under the Martini Racing colors could be a great start.

Pat made a first sketch and i fell in love with it. We then agreed on few more details, I made the logo, picked a number as I always like to put some on my bikes and then what can I say.. Pat did his magic and the result is just mind blowing ! The day I recieved the package, I had a vague idea about the final outcome as we wanted it to be a surprise for me, but it was even better than I could imagine, I stared at the frame and fork for like an hour, just being stoked to get the opportunity to have such an unique bike. I can’t thank him enough for his motivation, dedication, and work on this project. Pat is THE man !

Baltus and I then proceeded to make the bike build video, to put that bike on a spotlight and give that bike the recognition it deserves. Hope you fellas will enjoy it as much as we all did. Thanks to The Rise, Patrick, Sebastien Baruzzo (@atelier_bikewild), and Baltus Binet for their help and support all along this project,

Best bike i’ve owned so far !”

- Alexis Roussel - Brindas, France

Specs

Frame: The Rise Partymaster V2
Fork: Marzocchi Bomber DJ
Headset: BBB / Cane Creek
Stem: Spank Spike Split 35
Bars: Custom Renthal Fatbar cut to 720mm
Grips: Demolition Axes
Seat: The Rise Pivotal
Seatpost: The Rise Pivotal Post
Cranks: Wethepeople Legacy 170mm
Sprocket: BSD Barrier 28T
Pedals: Eclat Contra
Chain: Eclat Stroke Half Link
Rims: Halo Chaos
Hubs: Halo DJ Wideboy front / NS Rotary Freecoaster rear
Tires: Maxxis DTH 26x2.15