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Feb

Chopper Motorcycle Comparison

Indian Larry vs. Jesse James West Coast Choppers vs. Billy Lane Choppers Inc.

Comparing motorcycle builders Indian Larry, Jesse James, and Billy Lane is like comparing apples, oranges, and… a particularly rebellious grapefruit. Each had their own distinct style, approach, and legacy in the world of custom choppers. Here’s a breakdown: Read more

Jul

Chopper Build-off

Jesse James vs Orange County Choppers

More precisely this should be American Chopper vs. Jesse James. Anyone who’s been into choppers for any length of time that has seen the TV segments from American Chopper and Jesse James, would really have to wonder if this contest was fixed. But then again, perhaps it was dominated by motorcycle chopper wannabes who were more impressed by bling versus substance.

From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia:

The 21st Century: Reality television

The millennium began with the cable TV network The Discovery Channel creating a number of television shows around several custom bike builders who built choppers. The first, the 2000 special Motorcycle Mania, followed builder Jesse James of Long Beach, California, and is credited with creating “a new genre of reality TV” around choppers.

Jul