How to pick the parts for a custom build?
The number and size of the chainrings and sprockets is also important. All will have an impact on the design and specifications of the frame, so there really is no way to select, or order, a frameset without giving some thought to the components that will be needed to complete the build.
Where to start on our custom motorcycle build?
Here is our latest installment of techTips by Alex Chopperbuilder that he has called: If you’ve been following along bikerMetric’s “ Setting Up Your Home Garage ” articles these past weeks, you’ll be ready to put that workshop into action and start spending some quality time in there. So, where to start on our bike build?
Are there any parts that are worth more than the bike?
“The bike’s individual parts are often worth more than the bike itself,” said Prukala, adding that this can mean that there could be some parts in mint condition, such as a gas tank.
How to build a motorcycle from salvaged and used parts?
” The way the handle bars and seat are positioned for your own comfort, how high or low you want the pedals, how low you want the seat to sit to the ground and how wide you want the rear tire, how many lights you want on it and what paint scheme you want.” Hansen offers his advice on bike-building. Many of the parts on this bike were from eBay.
The number and size of the chainrings and sprockets is also important. All will have an impact on the design and specifications of the frame, so there really is no way to select, or order, a frameset without giving some thought to the components that will be needed to complete the build.
Can you build a motorcycle from used parts?
“Building a chopper from a mixture of used parts means that each part is customizable.” You will read about this further into the report. When you are ready to shop, a good place to start is looking at your local salvage yard. Some large places can actually be a one-stop-shop for your build. Other times, you may have to look further.
“The bike’s individual parts are often worth more than the bike itself,” said Prukala, adding that this can mean that there could be some parts in mint condition, such as a gas tank.
Where can I find parts for a motorcycle?
It’s easier to find parts now thanks to the Internet. Back in the day, you’d be calling your friends and breaking out the Yellow pages (even out of State Yellow Pages) to find parts. Salvage yards are a little secret amongst bike builders.