With my own casual observations, I believe that custom choppers are perhaps just about 1% of the motorcycle riding community.
We are that 1%!
Like myself, I think all custom chopper owners have a great appreciation for art, as it applies to custom metal work, mechanical ingenuity and bringing all these things together with custom paint to create real eye candy! But, unlike normal art appreciation, these custom motorcycles offer their type A personality owners the unique opportunity to become part of the media itself!
If you’re reading this and do not comprehend the fact that when operating one of these high-powered machines, it’s not so much about the destination as it is the journey, just bask in the fact that your Prius gets much better gas mileage than one of these choppers.
I’ve been into custom choppers for most of my life. Back in the 60’s I was the proud owner of this Harley chopper:
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Rhonda, thanks for the inquiry. Only the Youtube videos may be shared. I would get the direct codes from the share button under each video. Our Youtube channel is: http://www.youtube.com/user/Pilotjoe7
Hello, my name is Rodney, I’m so glad to see a site like this out there, that being said I have an issue with my 2008 Big Dog K-9 evidently I have either hit a speed bump to hard or something and my primary case has rubbed a hole in it from vibrating on the frame, is there anyone that has video of removing the primary cover, clutch pack and front sprocket so I can take the inner primary cover off to weld it up, if anyone could help I would be in your debt..
Oh my goodness! Amazing motorcycle blog dude! Thank you, However I am having troubles with your RSS.
I don’t understand whyy I cannot subscribe to it. Is there anybody getting
the same RSS problems? Anyuone who knows the answer can you kindly respond?
Thanx!!
I watched the YouTube video on changing the oil on a chopper.
I have an 04 iron horse legend.
In the video you pulled the plug on the motor.
So I did.
Now I need to know how to get oil back into crank case of the motor.
Everything I can find they say don’t pull the plug to the motor, but that makes no since if your trying to get rid of the oil
Tom, thanks for the comment. It is controversial to pull the plug on the engine but there sure is a lot of nasty dirty oil that collects there. Personally, I didn’t do anything special in refilling the oil. I do always put a little new oil into the oil filter before I install it and also after new oil has been installed in the oil tank I let the bike sit for a while before starting it up. After it’s been running for about 10 or 15 minutes you should shut it down and recheck your oil level.
Well, that’s the way I do it I’m sure some other people may have other ideas.
Looking to buy parts for my 2005 Big Dog Chopper. To start with need the front (stock) foot pegs. The rubber part is falling off (common problem) Also need the front led turn signals (yellow) You take the lens off and pop the old out and plug the new ones in. Other chrome items I would like to replace. Any help would be appreciated. Can be contacted via email.. andrewvavrek@aol.com
I was pretty pleased to uncover this web site.
I need to to thank you for your time for this fantastic read!!
I definitely liked every bit of it and i also have you saved to fav to see new information in your blog.
sorry I have no seats available and I doubt whether a big dog seat will work on a Texas chopper. Texas choppers have that classic long gas tank and you want a good fit with the front of the seat right up against that tank so if anything you might want to get a seat custom-made
apparently at least 45 views here are from BTMSamson the other 75 are from viewing older post of A.I.H whether they be sold by dealers or personal owners old post anyway !
i needed to watch all the videos that pertained to A.I.H.C in general to quell the butterflies, at least until till my 2006 A.I.H.T.C arrived from Florida….28 days waiting and 3 months prior of looking for a A.I.H.T.C starter bike…. I just missed one in April 2017 in Norfolk VA. by a day… it sold for $ 7,650.00 mine arrived a week ago now the fun begins…..
I have a 2008 Big Bear Sled , trying to drain oil tank but the only way i see is to take off the bottom line to my oil pump. I can’t find any other drain from tank. I can’t pump it out because it’s VERY narrow half way down inside tank……help–Thanks
Hi Edward,
Sorry but not familiar with that bike. But, common sense would say there has to be an oil drain plug because nobody disconnects the lines to drain their oil. I think the company that made the bikes is still in business as far as servicing and selling parts but not making new bikes here in California. So I would suggest that you do some research and see if you can get a hold of them or you may also search Google to see if somebody has posted the owners service manual for that model bike.
Just love the idea of those four exhaust pipes coming up alongside a sissy bar!
You missed a good ride on Sunday
HI —
You post some interesting photos and links …
Can I share them on my client’s FB page, or are they copyright?
Would love to share some of your content, with attribution, if I could.
R. Hurwitz
Rhonda, thanks for the inquiry. Only the Youtube videos may be shared. I would get the direct codes from the share button under each video. Our Youtube channel is:
http://www.youtube.com/user/Pilotjoe7
A wonderful job. Super helpful inifmratoon.
Hello, my name is Rodney, I’m so glad to see a site like this out there, that being said I have an issue with my 2008 Big Dog K-9 evidently I have either hit a speed bump to hard or something and my primary case has rubbed a hole in it from vibrating on the frame, is there anyone that has video of removing the primary cover, clutch pack and front sprocket so I can take the inner primary cover off to weld it up, if anyone could help I would be in your debt..
Thanks I have subscribed to the you tube channel
I’m looking for a passenger backrest for my Victory Ness jackpot. Dealer has nothing. Does anyone local customize?
Thanks for this outstanding motorcycle blog!
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Nice motorcycle blog. I was checking continuously this blog and I’m impressed!
Very useful info particularly the videos.
Great info. Lucky me I recently found your website by chance
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Oh my goodness! Amazing motorcycle blog dude! Thank you, However I am having troubles with your RSS.
I don’t understand whyy I cannot subscribe to it. Is there anybody getting
the same RSS problems? Anyuone who knows the answer can you kindly respond?
Thanx!!
I love this chopper blog!!!
how do i take the front fork shock caps off my 2009 v rod muscle, do i need a spanner tool? Thanks Steve
Thanks for this great blog
I watched the YouTube video on changing the oil on a chopper.
I have an 04 iron horse legend.
In the video you pulled the plug on the motor.
So I did.
Now I need to know how to get oil back into crank case of the motor.
Everything I can find they say don’t pull the plug to the motor, but that makes no since if your trying to get rid of the oil
Tom, thanks for the comment. It is controversial to pull the plug on the engine but there sure is a lot of nasty dirty oil that collects there. Personally, I didn’t do anything special in refilling the oil. I do always put a little new oil into the oil filter before I install it and also after new oil has been installed in the oil tank I let the bike sit for a while before starting it up. After it’s been running for about 10 or 15 minutes you should shut it down and recheck your oil level.
Well, that’s the way I do it I’m sure some other people may have other ideas.
Looking to buy parts for my 2005 Big Dog Chopper. To start with need the front (stock) foot pegs. The rubber part is falling off (common problem) Also need the front led turn signals (yellow) You take the lens off and pop the old out and plug the new ones in. Other chrome items I would like to replace. Any help would be appreciated. Can be contacted via email.. andrewvavrek@aol.com
I was pretty pleased to uncover this web site.
I need to to thank you for your time for this fantastic read!!
I definitely liked every bit of it and i also have you saved to fav to see new information in your blog.
Hi I have a Texas chopper and are looking for a 2 up seat. Will a big dog seat fit?
sorry I have no seats available and I doubt whether a big dog seat will work on a Texas chopper. Texas choppers have that classic long gas tank and you want a good fit with the front of the seat right up against that tank so if anything you might want to get a seat custom-made
Hi i would like to know if you Stoll have the American ironhorse texas chopper bleu full Chrome years 2006 Price at 15000
Sorry just sold!
apparently at least 45 views here are from BTMSamson the other 75 are from viewing older post of A.I.H whether they be sold by dealers or personal owners old post anyway !
i needed to watch all the videos that pertained to A.I.H.C in general to quell the butterflies, at least until till my 2006 A.I.H.T.C arrived from Florida….28 days waiting and 3 months prior of looking for a A.I.H.T.C starter bike…. I just missed one in April 2017 in Norfolk VA. by a day… it sold for $ 7,650.00 mine arrived a week ago now the fun begins…..
Enjoy & ride safe!
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Hello!
I have a 2008 Big Bear Sled , trying to drain oil tank but the only way i see is to take off the bottom line to my oil pump. I can’t find any other drain from tank. I can’t pump it out because it’s VERY narrow half way down inside tank……help–Thanks
Hi Edward,
Sorry but not familiar with that bike. But, common sense would say there has to be an oil drain plug because nobody disconnects the lines to drain their oil. I think the company that made the bikes is still in business as far as servicing and selling parts but not making new bikes here in California. So I would suggest that you do some research and see if you can get a hold of them or you may also search Google to see if somebody has posted the owners service manual for that model bike.
Looking to buy a chopper iron horse or a big dog can you recommend which one of the choppers will be a comfortable ride
I’ve had both. Now I’ve been riding a Big Dog k9, I think it is the way to go.
Also, I have a 2008 k9 one owner bike for sale. You can get details at:
https://www.sandiegocustommotorcycles.info/big-dog-k9-for-sale-3/