A Few Questions From A Newbie regarding building a custom drag/chopper
Hi guys,
I am planning on building a HD from scratch. I know it's more expensive and time consuming but I want to get the groundwork done fairly quick to get the basics up and running (Frame, tank, suspension, wheels, eng/tran, drive) and I'll put finishing touches on it as I ride. I used to build the ricers (PITA).
Anyway, my question is where to start (frame obviously)... But what are the brands I should research? All I know for brands are Arlen Ness, S&S and the parts Jesse James crafts... It's been tough searching around the net as well as the forum.
I'm only looking for brands and basics for custom building...
What I want is a low bike, big engine, with a fatty in the back. I'm used to riding with a 200+ from the ricers and I like the ride as well as the look. Those are the main interests as far as what I am looking for. I also want to try a belt drive, any different from a chain?
Do I want a softtail frame? I also read that there are lowrider frames?
Do I want a HD engine or an S&S or other?
These are the basic types of questions I have. I plan on doing some comparisons and research but I need to start somewhere.
I guess I should start with a frame. Could someone point me in the right direction?
Thanks guys.
Hi guys,
I am planning on building a HD from scratch. I know it's more expensive and time consuming but I want to get the groundwork done fairly quick to get the basics up and running (Frame, tank, suspension, wheels, eng/tran, drive) and I'll put finishing touches on it as I ride. I used to build the ricers (PITA).
Anyway, my question is where to start (frame obviously)... But what are the brands I should research? All I know for brands are Arlen Ness, S&S and the parts Jesse James crafts... It's been tough searching around the net as well as the forum.
I'm only looking for brands and basics for custom building...
What I want is a low bike, big engine, with a fatty in the back. I'm used to riding with a 200+ from the ricers and I like the ride as well as the look. Those are the main interests as far as what I am looking for. I also want to try a belt drive, any different from a chain?
Do I want a softtail frame? I also read that there are lowrider frames?
Do I want a HD engine or an S&S or other?
These are the basic types of questions I have. I plan on doing some comparisons and research but I need to start somewhere.
I guess I should start with a frame. Could someone point me in the right direction?
Thanks guys.