Modeling a Motorcycle in Blender

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Free Online Course: Modeling a Motorcycle in Blender provided by LinkedIn Learning is a comprehensive online course, which lasts for 4-5 hours worth of material. The course is taught in English and is free of charge. Upon completion of the course, you can receive an e-certificate from LinkedIn Learning. Modeling a Motorcycle in Blender is taught by Darrin Lile.

Overview
  • Learn how to replicate man-made machined parts in Blender and build up a complex object with proper scale and proportions—a Harley-Davidson Fat Boy motorcycle.

Syllabus
  • Introduction

    • Welcome
    • What you should know
    • Using the exercise files
    1. Creating the Frame
    • Importing a background image
    • Creating a path for the frame
    • Converting a path to polygons
    • Finishing the frame
    2. Modeling the Accessories
    • Modeling the gas tank
    • Modeling the tires
    • Creating the fenders
    • Building the fork tubes
    • Modeling the exhaust pipes
    • Adding the handlebars
    • Detailing the handlebars
    • Modeling the mirrors and turn signals
    3. Building the Engine
    • Building the engine
    • Creating the heads
    • Adding rocker covers
    • Modeling the air filter
    • Modeling the gear box
    • Creating the oil tank
    • Finishing the exhaust pipes and adding tubes
    • Modeling the transmission cover
    4. Modeling the Seats, Wheels, and Lights
    • Adding the seats
    • Creating the speedometer
    • Modeling the rear brackets
    • Creating the wheels
    • Adding the lights
    • Creating the foot rest and switch
    • Finishing the modeling
    5. Lights, Materials, and Rendering
    • Setting up the lighting
    • Adding materials to the bike
    • UV mapping select pieces
    • Adding textures
    • Creating the final render
    Conclusion
    • Goodbye