RIP Frame Maker

[kpke]

It is with deep sorrow and sadness I must inform you that my great friend Julian Farnam, a.k.a., Frame Maker, passed away very unexpectedly last Thursday, May 16, 2024. He was a great human being and touched the motorcycles and lives of many people. A racer, unbelievable genius fabricator, and creator of some of the most exotic and special one-off motorcycles you have ever seen.

Thank you for honoring me with your friendship.

RIP Julian

[JonW]

That is very sad news, his work was always super impressive.

I believe many of us on here have reached an age where this sort of news is all too common. I read these posts with great sadness each time they happen. \

Not only less friends of friends but close friends too... meaning less and less of us to talk about these smelly old bikes.

RIP Julian.

[Smoker]

Thank you for the good times, Julian.

It was my pleasure to know you.

You made a difference in my world. I'll do my best to carry on our traditions. Rest in peace, my brother, FORKLESS.

[Questo vecchio rz]

I just read that on a Facebook forum what a shame it's the second major 2-stroke enthusiast and professional fabricator that has died in one week.

I think I've been on this forum more than 25+ years. certainly have it was the mid-90s when I joined here.

In addition to seeing his machine once at Willow Springs and reading about his RZ projects article since the 1980s.

And I remember him conversing with many. Not your typical motor vehicle and motorbike fabricator or enthusiast. Far from having an attitude, nor being annoyed from questions.

He was always informative helping others, giving his valued opinion and supporting others in their endeavors with compliments, those traits and qualities did not fall on deaf ears.

I would liken him to a teacher, a role model and with his passing much of his inspiration and knowledge that he has taught so many others will live on. That's a good gift.

Bless his family, and of course Godspeed.

[OldGuy]

Very sorry to hear the sad news.
Julian did beautiful, innovative work in his garage workshop.
Ken, you have my deepest sympathies for the loss of your friend.
Godspeed, Julian.

[Redline Junkie]

So sorry Ken, you and the community will definitely miss him. He was a super helpful guy and very talented.

Hopefully he found a twisty mountain road on the other side!

RIP

[tacky1]

R.I.P. Julian.

[RZtuner]

Sorry to hear this. Another super talented guy leaving us this week. I have always admired Julian's work. R.I.P.

[kpke]

I thought I posted this here already. I am bringing the forkless bike and the RZ350 Tribute bike for display at the service.

Julian Farnam (Frame Maker) memorial service

June 22, 2024
10:00 AM
Cornerstone Fellowship
348 North Canyons Parkway
Livermore, CA
There will be a reception with food after the service at the same location.

[tacky1]

I’ll see you there Ken.