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How To Build Your First Custom Motorcycle

You have made up your mind that you want to own a custom motorcycle, but you're not really sure how or where to begin. There are several things to consider before you start on your quest for that original, unusual, or unique custom motorcycle.

First, do you want to completely build a custom motorcycle from the frame up, or to modify an existing bike, or order one fully made to your specs? What size bike are you thinking about? Large, small or in the middle? Do you want speed & agility, or do you just want to look great while you cruise the highway? You will need to figure out how much money you can afford to spend in the long run & whether your ownership plan will most likely take you weeks, months or even years to complete.

Second, will you have the time to do the modification/customization on your bike yourself, or do you have the resources to have the work done for you. If you plan on doing your own work, (as most of us do) you will need to consider what tools you will need, where your work space will be located, how much help from like-minded friends you're likely to get, and your level and variety of skills. Last but not least, do you have the motivation and dedication to continue once you have started creating your own custom motorcycle?

Third, how much work needs to be done to a bike to make it a custom motorcycle anyway? This is a controversial argument. Some say it's not a custom motorcycle, unless you change out basically everything on the bike and others say changing just a few things makes it custom. This is the logical answer; make it uniquely yours in any way you want! Build it, modify it, strengthen it, lighten it, expand it, downsize it, make it more agile, paint it, build it up, or strip it down, just make it yours! If you've had it modified and it is no longer "stock", or you have modified it yourself, congratulations! You now own a custom motorcycle!

Fourth, get out there and ride!!