Practical Realities of Custom Bike Building
by: Lala C. Ballatan
For some motorcycle enthusiasts, their ultimate dream is to build
their very own custom motorcycle. But most have the dread of
having to use up their life savings and feel overwhelmed by all
the details of putting such project together. Let’s say you’re in
the process of getting ready to start your bike building project.
Know that a complete and determined understanding of the great
undertaking you’re going to face is what you need to become
undaunted by the practical, if not harsh, realities of custom
bike building.
First of all, you need to consider your financial status before
you begin the whole project. Aside from the financial
point-of-view, you also need to have a full inkling of all the
nitty-gritty details to be considered. Be very aware that the use
of mismatched, inferior motorcycle parts and improper assembly
techniques can send the cost of your project sky-high!
Many online resources are offering book manuals and videos to
guide you into making your masterpiece with less trouble, all in
earnest. Just take care to find the most reliable source that
would guarantee you results with a minimal investment. But here
are several pointers in building your very own killer custom
motorcycle.
• Be alert in selecting the proper motorcycle parts in order that
everything works and fits together as one complete unit. Wise up
on used motorcycle parts and choosing between OEM and aftermarket
parts. Get to know and study the tools you'll be needing for
assembly
• Don’t be discouraged easily by the "real life" assembly
roadblocks you'll encounter. Even the professionals have to deal
with these things at one point of their bike building careers.
• There’s a correct procedure for each phase of your project –
like "mocking up" your rolling chassis and properly fitting and
prepping all of your sheet metal parts. This phase may cost you
thousands of dollars if done incorrectly.
• Research some tricks for installing front fork components that
prevents damage to your show chrome finishes!
• There’s a correct way to prepare all the parts that are being
sent out for paint.
• Installing brake systems are important and it would help if you
have an idea on what do and what not to do. There’s also a proper
way to install all of your brake and oil lines.
• Know about setting up the proper engine and transmission
alignment. And, how to be careful not to drive it too hard when
installing and setting up a rear swing arm and shocks!
• Installing a correct wiring system is a significant thing that
should not be overlooked.
• You must be aware that there is a correct series of tests that
must be performed before running your new bike down the road.
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About The Author
Lala C. Ballatan is a 26 year-old Communication Arts graduate,
with a major in Journalism. Right after graduating last 1999, she
worked for one year as a clerk then became a Research,
Publication and Documentation Program Director at a
non-government organization, which focuses on the rights,
interests and welfare of workers for about four years.
Book reading has always been her greatest passion -- mysteries,
horrors, psycho-thrillers, historical documentaries and classics.
She got hooked into it way back when she was but a shy kid.
Her writing prowess began as early as she was 10 years old in
girlish diaries. With writing, she felt freedom – to express her
viewpoints and assert it, to bring out all concerns -- imagined
and observed, to bear witness.
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