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Creative Custom Built Motorcycles: Harley Davidson Cycles, Jesse James, Yamaha Bikes And Mini Choppers
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Published: November 29, 2006
There is a vast selection to choose from when deciding to buy a motorcycle. Quality motorcycles don't exactly come cheap, so it's understandable that potential buyers can be picky. Most are looking for that perfect motorcycle, not only to ride but as a source of self expression. The best option is to invest in a creative custom built motorcycle.
Investing in a creative custom built motorcycle is the best route to owning a highly stylized and unique motorcycle. A creative custom built motorcycle or a custom cycle can be built from scratch or from a pre-existing model. Creative custom built motorcycles are usually produced in three ways: designs based on an owner's original idea using custom parts, based on a pre-existing model, or a combination of both. Most custom cycles are made in shops that specialize in creating all three options.
The trend towards creative custom cycles began in the United States after World War 2. Soldiers returning from Europe were greatly dissatisfied with American motorcycles, especially after growing accustomed to European models. As a result, they decided to create their own superior cycles by chopping off parts they felt hindered both the cycle's performance and aesthetic quality. Their creations were labeled Choppers and they quickly became the standard.
Harley Davidson was the leader in the trend. Their series of mini choppers set the standard for motorcycles both in style and performance. Yamaha, a Japanese owned company, has also produced many popular mini chopper bikes. Harley Davidson and Yamaha have both created limited edition custom cycles. Both companies also continue to offer custom cycle services.
Interest in creative custom built motorcycles recently resurfaced with the success of The Discovery Channel's Bike Build-Off series and Jesse James's Monster Garage series; the latter skyrocketed custom cycle builder Jesse James and his firm, West Coast Choppers to fame. West Coast Choppers sells chopper-style custom built motorcycles that can take a year or more to build.
There are many things to consider before investing in a creative custom built motorcycle. A high quality custom built motorcycle requires high quality parts, accessories, and design. However, all of these factors are dependent on an individual's budget. It's important to research and investigate before deciding on the type of parts, design, accessories, and labor to invest in for a creative custom built motorcycle.
Everitt, Charles and Darwin Holmstrom. The Complete Idiot's Guide to Motorcycles. ED. Motor Cyclist. 3rd ed. New York: Alpha, 2004. 250-252, 255-258
Custom Motorcycle . Wikipedia. 26 November 2006. 26 November 2006 .
West Coast Choppers . Wikipedia. 14 November 2006. 26 November 2006 .
Yamaha Choppers . Custombike.org. 2006. 26 November 2006
Investing in a creative custom built motorcycle is the best route to owning a highly stylized and unique motorcycle. A creative custom built motorcycle or a custom cycle can be built from scratch or from a pre-existing model. Creative custom built motorcycles are usually produced in three ways: designs based on an owner's original idea using custom parts, based on a pre-existing model, or a combination of both. Most custom cycles are made in shops that specialize in creating all three options.
The trend towards creative custom cycles began in the United States after World War 2. Soldiers returning from Europe were greatly dissatisfied with American motorcycles, especially after growing accustomed to European models. As a result, they decided to create their own superior cycles by chopping off parts they felt hindered both the cycle's performance and aesthetic quality. Their creations were labeled Choppers and they quickly became the standard.
Harley Davidson was the leader in the trend. Their series of mini choppers set the standard for motorcycles both in style and performance. Yamaha, a Japanese owned company, has also produced many popular mini chopper bikes. Harley Davidson and Yamaha have both created limited edition custom cycles. Both companies also continue to offer custom cycle services.
Interest in creative custom built motorcycles recently resurfaced with the success of The Discovery Channel's Bike Build-Off series and Jesse James's Monster Garage series; the latter skyrocketed custom cycle builder Jesse James and his firm, West Coast Choppers to fame. West Coast Choppers sells chopper-style custom built motorcycles that can take a year or more to build.
There are many things to consider before investing in a creative custom built motorcycle. A high quality custom built motorcycle requires high quality parts, accessories, and design. However, all of these factors are dependent on an individual's budget. It's important to research and investigate before deciding on the type of parts, design, accessories, and labor to invest in for a creative custom built motorcycle.
Everitt, Charles and Darwin Holmstrom. The Complete Idiot's Guide to Motorcycles. ED. Motor Cyclist. 3rd ed. New York: Alpha, 2004. 250-252, 255-258
Custom Motorcycle . Wikipedia. 26 November 2006. 26 November 2006 .
West Coast Choppers . Wikipedia. 14 November 2006. 26 November 2006 .
Yamaha Choppers . Custombike.org. 2006. 26 November 2006
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