Does a chopper have to be a v twin?

[Waylander]

Late night and distracted by a beutifull bike. I'm sure you guys can forgive me of that.



ezinnz, rather than hook me up with a look, think I could get a job at your shop? lol you're sitting where I want to be in 10 years or so.


Don't have a chopper as yet but soon as I get some free cash flow.....

[ezinnz]

The Chopper Handbook is still considered the bible. I should get my own copy of it one day.

I was keeping a spreadsheet on how much the bike cost me to build but I soon gave up. It would have been less than $25K. Just in parts. Donor bike included. I was pretty happy with that considering what was available for the same money at the time.

I only do this work as a hobby. I'd like to work on bikes full time but I don't think I could make a reasonable living at that in NZ. When I can afford to semi retire in a few years, that will be the plan. Of course, by then the oil crisis will have really kicked in and I'm not that interested in building electric bikes so....

[Colapop]

The Chopper Handbook is still considered the bible. I should get my own copy of it one day.

I was keeping a spreadsheet on how much the bike cost me to build but I soon gave up. It would have been less than $25K. Just in parts. Donor bike included. I was pretty happy with that considering what was available for the same money at the time.

I only do this work as a hobby. I'd like to work on bikes full time but I don't think I could make a reasonable living at that in NZ. When I can afford to semi retire in a few years, that will be the plan. Of course, by then the oil crisis will have really kicked in and I'm not that interested in building electric bikes so....

I'll pm you once I get my shit together and back on the road. I've gotta get fork seals today so I can work on it over the long weekend. Then warrant, rego, permission from wife..... SHe's still pissed I bought the bike, oh well I can always trade her in. the bike honey honest!! Owww!

[ezinnz]

Late night and distracted by a beutifull bike. I'm sure you guys can forgive me of that.



ezinnz, rather than hook me up with a look, think I could get a job at your shop? lol you're sitting where I want to be in 10 years or so.


Don't have a chopper as yet but soon as I get some free cash flow.....

I see you own an XV. A buddy of mine makes great choppers out of those powerplants. Click on 'Lifestyle' and then 'Chopper' on my website. He is the 3rd pic down with his XV chop photographed in Central Otago.

That thing hauls ass too. He has a chopper deal on TradeMe right now for $4000. I'd recommend his work to anyone.

[Waylander]

I see you own an XV. A buddy of mine makes great choppers out of those powerplants. Click on 'Lifestyle' and then 'Chopper' on my website. He is the 3rd pic down with his XV chop photographed in Central Otago.

That thing hauls ass too. He has a chopper deal on TradeMe right now for $4000. I'd recommend his work to anyone.

I be broked though. Get paid $450 tomorrow and it's been spent since tuesday last week.... Give me a bit and I'll check your mate's chop.
Edit: It is too aye. Wicked bikes the Virago. May custom mine after while but not till I have another big bike to ride while it's appart.

[Macktheknife]

The Chopper Handbook is still considered the bible. I should get my own copy of it one day.

I was keeping a spreadsheet on how much the bike cost me to build but I soon gave up. It would have been less than $25K. Just in parts. Donor bike included. I was pretty happy with that considering what was available for the same money at the time.

I only do this work as a hobby. I'd like to work on bikes full time but I don't think I could make a reasonable living at that in NZ. When I can afford to semi retire in a few years, that will be the plan. Of course, by then the oil crisis will have really kicked in and I'm not that interested in building electric bikes so....

Nice Build EZ, PM me your email and I will send a photo of mine, not as flash as your job but still in process.
Ride safe

[Colapop]

I see you own an XV. A buddy of mine makes great choppers out of those powerplants. Click on 'Lifestyle' and then 'Chopper' on my website. He is the 3rd pic down with his XV chop photographed in Central Otago.

That thing hauls ass too. He has a chopper deal on TradeMe right now for $4000. I'd recommend his work to anyone.

That is a good deal all right. It'd take a lot of the pain out the build but leave enough so that there is something build and personalise. (just need a $$)

[HenryDorsetCase]

EZINNZ: Thanks a bunch for posting that link, I really appreciate it.

I have been looking for a basis for a project for next winter and I think thanks to that I have found it. Ive emailed them with some thoughts and will try and phone them one night next week.

[Waylander]

Hey ezinnz, your mate on the XV chop wouldn't be able to help me find a speinger front to fit my bike that is same length as the stock forks would he? After the paint job I'm gonna get done that and the tail light (want one that doesn't stick out like a big red sore thumb) are the only things I really want to change.

Love the springer look and don't really want to make my bike any longer or lower.

Also some 2.5 inch risers for 7/8ths bars. Want to put the flat bars back on but need some more clearance for the tank.

[ezinnz]

You wouldn't be disappointed with Dave's frames he's a great craftsman and will build anything you want.

I've seen some reasonable springers go on TradeMe in the last couple of months for 500 - 600. Stock lengths too which would be what you want (Usually 26").

Dave (The Fabricator) makes Springer front ends. Any length you want. They're nice too. Not sure on his current prices.

I'm not sure about the 7/8" risers. Most metric bikes are 7/8" so you might be able to find some off another make/model. Another option would be to get yourself some Intruder or Savage handlebar switches and controls. These bikes run 1" bars so that means you could run HD aftermarket risers and your bar choice is endless then.

Would give you a lot more options.

[Shotgun]

Howdy Ezi.....

[Shotgun]

'L' plate rider? Sheeze.... 'D' plate rider... :-)

[Eurodave]

Heres a couple of pix of the Guzzi custom I built a few years ago & the yellow bike is Lockys Hillman Imp powered 'Pig'

[ezinnz]

Whoa, nice work Eurodave. They look cool.

That's a lot of hours work right there.

Guys, this is Dave (Shotgun). What he don't know about chopper frame building aint worth knowing! Let's get a chopper forum going here!

[Waylander]

Bring it on I say!! Can even be a sub forum of the Hogs and Cruisers one...


Hey Shotgun, How much would you charge for a set of springers for a Virago? Stock length and rake.