Ten Reasons You Should Own a Custom Chopper

Custom choppers are the Mercedes of motorcycles, and they are as much fun to own as any super-luxury vehicle. I'm certain that when you see a custom chopper, you wish you had one for youself. Here's ten reasons to buy a custom chopper...

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1. FUN! Yes, this is the first and foremost reason. You will have more fun with a custom chopper than just about any other investment you make. Cars are fun, sure, but they simply don't provide the "in the wind" feeling that can only be obtained with a motorcycle and a custom chopper will make people stop and notice - and that's always fun.

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2. Resale value. Just like a car, motorcycles depreciate with time. At least stock motorcycles do. But custom rides and antiques don't - in fact they can appreciate if you continue adding value to your ride. 3. Breaking out of the status quo. Just anyone can own a stock motorcycle. Harley dealers have great stock bikes that anyone who has the money can buy. Newspapers abound with ads for stock motorcycles that are being sold by an owner - often because they want to upgrade and get their first custom chopper. That's the status quo in motorcycles. If you want to break away and stand out in the crowd, a custom chopper will do that for you!

4. Custom choppers are accepted by all motorcycle riders. Have you ever noticed that the Harley riders will accept custom choppers that aren't Harley builds much more easily than they will any other type of motorcycle? It's true, if your bike is a custom chop, even if the drive train is not Harley, the Harley rides will not shun you or make nasty.

5. Your custom chopper can reflect your personality. If you purchase a stock bike, there will be hundreds of thousands of people who have exactly the same scoot as yours. With a custom chopper, you can provide input and customization that reflects who you are.

6. Riding comfort is another reason to customize. By choosing the frame, engine, risers, handle bars, saddle and parts that create your custom chopper, you can create the chop that is most comfortable for YOU, the rider.

7. Pizzazz. You can add as much shiny, eye-blinding chrome as you choose; or you can have as little as you choose. If you want lots of fringe, accessories the custom chop to include fringe all over. If you want a very stark, minimalistic ride, you can have that too! How much pizzazz you add is your choice and only your choice!

8. Head turn factor. You can guarantee, no matter what custom chopper design you settle on, you will turn heads. You can add all the "head turn" factor to you chopper you desire. If you want, you can create something that is drop-dead unique and turn every head you encounter. But if you aren't a glutton for attention, you may choose a more simplistic design.

9. Make it solo. If you get sick and tired of the "can I ride with you?" questions and simply don't want anyone to ride behind you, choose a solo saddle design that provides you an excuse, "my bike only rides one - ME!"

10. Ego. Yes, we all have ego, don't we? That's what makes us what to be different to begin with. And a great ego stroke is riding out of your truly unique, one-of-a-kind custom chopper. Just don't let it go to your head! After all, you still want your friends to love you and ride with you!

Copyright 2006 Tyler Powers

Ten Reasons You Should Own a Custom Chopper

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Reasons To Love A Mini Harley Chopper Scooter

Head Turners on the Road

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A lot of buzz is going on about the mini Harley chopper scooter, and teens are going crazy over these trendy bikes. If your child is moping for one, then you have to go over the pros and cons before getting one. You have to think real fast, because they are short of supply.

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These little bikes give off a big roar, and whiz past just like the big machines. Surely, you haven't turned a blind eye and deaf ear to a mini harley chopper scooter? It is a good thing these are not recommended for use along the highway and public roads. Definitely not. Look up these bikes at the key suppliers nearest you or hop online to check out details.

Should You?

Buying a mini harley chopper scooter for your son or daughter will require some caution on your part. If your child is eighteen years old you can get her or him this hot bike; and if you trust your child, who is below 18 years, then why not. Most parents would not allow this for valid reasons. They have a point here.

Unless they have the time to supervise their kids with the proper use of the mini Harley chopper scooter, then parents can get this bike without worrying unnecessarily. These mini clones can go at speeds up to 25 mph. Just about right for teens. It has stainless steel dual tips muffler, headlight brake lights, and rear signal indicators.

Another enticement to get this mini harley chopper scooter is the price. It is an affordable piece of steel for your child's fun, and pride. The machine is a fine specimen of detailed artistry. So you get real value for your money. You can test drive the mini Harley Chopper to check out how it runs.

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The mini harley chopper scooter proudly displays a Harley Davidson logo. There is also a decal of a burst of flame on the seat and on the handlebars. A loud electric horn will warn anybody of the approach of the mini Harley.

Well as a parent, get your child the complete set of safety gear. Make sure he or she wears the helmet - whether it is hot or not. Some accidents have happened with devastating results just because the helmet was ignored.

Safety systems have been incorporated into this little meanie. There's the push button electrical ignition that can start and switch off the motor safely. Front and rear disk breaks can balance the mini Harley Chopper when put rapidly to a halt.

Which Mini Meanie?

The 36cc, and 43cc, mini harley chopper scooter models are not gas guzzlers. The first runs with a maximum speed of 16mph, while the latter can go up to 25mph. You can have an idea of the speed limits of the little Harley. So get one that you believe is best for your child. Now watch her or him ride with pride. Perhaps you would be riding it too. That would be another story.

Reasons To Love A Mini Harley Chopper Scooter

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Eight Reasons to Build Your Own Chopper or Kit Bike

Choppers are great fun to ride, and if you want to build one it can be an amazing and rewarding experience. You can buy one from a former owner or from a custom motorcycle builder. Here are eight reasons to build your own custom chopper or kit bike:

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1. Kit bikes are easy to build compared to a "start from scratch" chopper. You start with a rolling chassis and go from there. You are only committing to the frame, motor and front end when you go with a kit bike. If you have never built a motorcycle before, the kit bike is the way to start and then later build a scratch chopper. You'll end up with a classy ride you love even when you begin with a kit.

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2. The customization is entirely up to you. You choose the accessories and features for your motorcycle and the end product won't be like every other bike on the road!

3. The experience is a great reason to build. Not only will you learn about motorcycle design, balancing and ergonomics, you will know how every single part in the motorcycle works and be able to perform repairs easily.

4. The chopper you build, whether from a kit or from scratch, will fit you and your personal needs. If you love suicide shifts, you can have it. If you want a lower profile for easy balance when stopped, you can design that right into the motorcycle. Ladies, especially, love the custom motorcycle because many petite women don't feel comfortable with a high profile motorcycle, yu can build the motorcycle to suit your body.

5. Building your own chopper is a LOT less expensive than building a built machine. If you design and build your own scoot, you'll get what you want at a fraction of the price a custom builder will charge. After all, you are putting out all the sweat equity yourself!

6. By building your own chopper, you can spread the expense over a period of time rather than having to pay for everything up front. When you buy a showroom motorcycle, whether chopped or not, you have to pay for everything at one time. This often means financing becomes involved and you have to plan for all those payments. If you are already on the road on a stock bike or another chopper, you can perform your build of a new chopper over a period of time, adding parts as you have the money. Sure, this may not be the fast track to having a completed ride, but it can often represent the sensible way to get what you want and have it paid for in full when you first ride out! You'll save tons of money on interest chargers over financing.

7. Bonding with friends and fellow riders is another great reason to build a bike. Usually when you start a build, friends drop by to help and see the progress. This allows quality time to chat and share tips and tricks. Sure, bonding can occur on the road, but it's nice to have some garage time with your buddies.

8. Family members are often more supportive of the motorcycle when you are putting time into it at home yourself. It keeps you at home and the whole family can participate in the project. Even the kids will get excited as the motorcycle comes together!

Copyright 2006 Tyler Powers

Eight Reasons to Build Your Own Chopper or Kit Bike

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