As part of the ESPN2 reality series “Metric Revolution,” Carl Stephens was asked to customize a stock Triumph Speedmaster.

Carl Stephens wants to remain a hard-working 30-plus-year veteran of the trucking industry, hauling cars just as his father and brothers did before him. But Stephens may end up with a face that won’t go unrecognized, especially among motorcycle aficionados. The Pine Knot, Ky., owner-operator is appearing on ESPN2′s motorcycle build-off reality series “Metric Revolution.” Stephens is among several contestants tasked with transforming a stock metric import — brands such as Yamaha and Suzuki — into a jaw-dropping marvel. And he’s done exactly that in his creation, dubbed Ratikul.

The Pine Knot, Ky., owner-operator is appearing on ESPN2′s motorcycle build-off reality series “Metric Revolution.” Stephens is among several contestants tasked with transforming a stock metric import – brands such as Yamaha and Suzuki – into a jaw-dropping marvel. And he’s done exactly that in his creation, dubbed Ratikul.

“We had free reign as far as design and fabrication,” Stephens says. “Some of the parts were given to us, but a lot of the expenses came from our own finances.” As of press time, he was preparing to travel to Las Vegas to film the series finale and learn whether he’s won the show’s $10,000 rookie cash prize.

Stephens, who had not seen episodes focusing on him as of press time, says he’s more excited about his chance to display his 18-wheeler skills than his two-wheeler handiwork. The “Metric” camera crew visited Stephens and his wife, Penny, to film him working on Ratikul, but set aside one day to concentrate on his trucking.

Stephens hopes the show and his daily routine bring a positive spin to the industry. “I am ever-attentive of my hygiene and appearance,” he says. “Also, I have to check my attitude many times throughout the day.”