Build Your First Custom Motorcycle By: Chris Miller
You've decided that you want to own a custom motorcycle, but you are not really sure how or where to begin. There are several things to consider before you embark on your quest for that original, unusual, or unique custom motorcycle.
First, do you want to totally build a custom motorcycle from the frame up, or to modify an existing bike, or order one completely built to your specs? What size bike are you considering? Small, large or in the middle? Do you want speed & agility, or do you just want to look good while you cruise the highway? You will need to figure out how much money you can afford to part with in the long run & whether your ownership plan will most likely take you weeks, months or even years to complete.
Second, will you have the time to do the modification/customization on your bike yourself, or do you have the resources to have the work done for you. If you plan on doing your own work, (as do most of us) you will need to consider what tools you will need, where your work space will be located, how much help from like-minded friends you're likely to get, and your level and variety of skills. Last but not least, do you have the motivation and dedication to follow through once you've begun creating your own custom motorcycle?
Third, how much work needs to be done on a bike to make it a custom motorcycle anyway? This is a controversial argument. Some say it is not a custom motorcycle, unless you change out basically everything on the bike and other people say changing just a couple of things makes it custom. This is the logical answer; make it uniquely yours in any way you choose! Build it, modify it, expand it, downsize it, lighten it, strengthen it, make it more agile, paint it, strip it down or build it up, just make it yours! If you have had it modified and it is no longer "stock", or you've modified it yourself, congratulations! You now own a custom motorcycle!
Fourth, get out there and ride!!
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First, do you want to totally build a custom motorcycle from the frame up, or to modify an existing bike, or order one completely built to your specs? What size bike are you considering? Small, large or in the middle? Do you want speed & agility, or do you just want to look good while you cruise the highway? You will need to figure out how much money you can afford to part with in the long run & whether your ownership plan will most likely take you weeks, months or even years to complete.
Second, will you have the time to do the modification/customization on your bike yourself, or do you have the resources to have the work done for you. If you plan on doing your own work, (as do most of us) you will need to consider what tools you will need, where your work space will be located, how much help from like-minded friends you're likely to get, and your level and variety of skills. Last but not least, do you have the motivation and dedication to follow through once you've begun creating your own custom motorcycle?
Third, how much work needs to be done on a bike to make it a custom motorcycle anyway? This is a controversial argument. Some say it is not a custom motorcycle, unless you change out basically everything on the bike and other people say changing just a couple of things makes it custom. This is the logical answer; make it uniquely yours in any way you choose! Build it, modify it, expand it, downsize it, lighten it, strengthen it, make it more agile, paint it, strip it down or build it up, just make it yours! If you have had it modified and it is no longer "stock", or you've modified it yourself, congratulations! You now own a custom motorcycle!
Fourth, get out there and ride!!
More Motorcycle Resources: motorcycle articles | custom motorcycle forum | streetfighter motorcycle frame designs
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