Billy Lane 1972 Harley-Davidson Shovelhead Chopper 50th Birthday Sturgis Prep Indian Larry Choppers

[@adZHARRISON]

I AM SO GLAD Billy is on here dispensing his vast knowledge to us all these years later - i doubt there is anyone better on youtube at explaining and showing how things are done - THIS IS GOLD

[@brindlebeard]

For what it’s worth I like when you explain the technical stuff. Also, really enjoying your videos so keep it up and I know this channel will grow.

[@barrybarnes96]

same

[@mattl7886]

Yes. All the discovery channel type shows eventually get turned into scripted bits or family drama - ala the Tuttles (which actually stressed me out, my own childhood memories of screaming matches 😆)... It's refreshing to just learn about and watch the project at hand.

[@thomassanders6679]

You the man Billy

[@hoguejoey]

Exactly

[@salsyou]

me too. all the tech stuff is exactly what I want to hear.

[@chordsofpower117]

Never, EVER stop being you my man! Loving your content here and the many trips down memory "Billy" LANE.... I'm so ecstatic that I stumbled upon you're channel here recently. Subscribe? You goddamn know it!.......

[@stevenbrooks1243]

Well Said I think all of us all enjoy The easy going humble Billy Lane from what 20 year ago I know I did I watched all these shows I now have a garage fully of bikes ! When I stumble across Billy's channel I was thrilled ! So glad to see! And honestly I can relate to Billy's dark times and I know what it's like I have all the respect for Billy Lane and nothing else !

[@reeltrides911S]

I feel the same way about my first build that I still ride almost everyday. Lil Wing a 1977 rigid Ironhead that is my all time favorite bike. Lots of cool miles. Love your channel Billy. A fan of yours and Larry for over 20 years.

[@bmxriderforlife1234]

Indian larry is a legend. And Billy too, his old pant eater triple chain drive was so cool looking.

[@jessparker3178]

This is GOLD! Thank you so much for taking the time to make these videos. It is appreciated more than you know!

[@RubinsRacing350]

I never get packages

[@mura0]

Love these videos with the commentary. I want more of these.

[@brandonmacon3317]

Still rocking my dad's 81 fxwg 🤘 Billy the living legend Lane on a chop. Just like 20 years ago. Damn time flys

[@MichaelMatsumotoSr]

Nice memories billy !!! Your a good dude , your a hell of a mechanic, fabricator, artist !! But your love and passion for what you do is what makes everything come together !! Keep wrenching and building I'll keep watching much respect & and admiration for what you do BRO!!👍👍👍👌👌👌

[@ElDiamante2023]

Love watching these episodes more entertaining and interesting than most other series out there! Motorcycles never get old and neither does Billy Thank you 🙏🏻

[@RalphTorchio]

Keep the videos coming billy you are a legend. Your mechanical skills are amazing

[@scotthoward3532]

I just celebrated 45 years of riding. Lots of memories

[@pjhenderson3912]

Billy is a genius and by far my favorite builder.

[@mixfixdave7571]

Thanks for the great videos. Reminds me of those days before the internet too. Time sure does fly!

[@vicioustwist]

I love your videos, because you actually show yourself working on the bike. It's not edited so that it looks easy or clean. I work on my motorcycle all the time and it can be a pain in the ass, and messy. As a former avionics technician on F/A-18 Hornets, I really enjoy your professionalism dealing with the electrical components.

[@BillyLaneChoppers]

Thank you for taking the time to share these thoughts. Before I began making KZbin videos, I searched around to see what was being watched, & was surprised at how contrived much of the content appears to be. I want to continue to make relevant, genuine, helpful videos for you.

[@michaelpotter3627]

Favorite builder ever, love the vids hearing from such an expert and craftsman

[@randomreviews7574]

its so cool to watch you work on these bikes in your shop, no music or TV drama just building and fixing.

[@tommylitchfield3450]

It does my heart good to see electrical instruction videos where NO shortcuts are taken! Far too many people who decide to educate the world through a YT video will use a couple of crimp-on butt connectors and call that good. Not Mr. Lane! Not only using solder, but staggering the connectors is very smart. Way too many cars or bikes have melted and burned up their wiring harness from two butt connectors, side by side, positive and ground, then half a$$ed wrapped in black tape, and after some rough roads, not to mention all the vibrations, then it's not if, but WHEN they come apart from a simple crimp, there goes the wiring harness, if not starting a fire and burning your ride down. Billy is showing how it truly needs to be done!

[@damianjames8081]

Had the "fun" of changing my stator on my 97 fxd last summer. Thank God for impacts! Glad to see you're back at it Billy!!

[@ronaldhellengreen7063]

Hey Billy really love BLUE! This is the first time I've seen it. 72 is a real special year for me to. I graduated from HIGH school in 72. I joined your channel about a month ago. Can't wait to see more. Indian Larry is PROUD Of you, that's for sure!

[@karlrosenow3719]

Keep the wisdom coming, Billy!! Thank you I’m going to remember the two hammers and how you splice in wires. When someone with experience takes the time to show you the right way to do something you’re a fool if you don’t pay attention! Great work on the bike I’m glad you still have it.

[@AdventuringwiththeS.G.O.C.C]

Billy, I have been a fan for many years. I like these new video's you are doing showing all the stuff it takes to build a bike and keep them going. The stuff we never saw on Biker Build-off. Welcome back brother.

[@andyrussell2873]

Thanks Billy very interesting story , I've still got my dad's 1988 lowrider coustom he bought new.. some bikes you have to keep.

[@MostWantedOHA]

What a Gift it was Billy to hear you say "" it also rectifyies the alternating current to dc current because it creates ac current that has to be converted to dc current """ . countless tymes ive explained this simple fact that the rectifyier is not just a voltage regulator . Thanks a Ton !!! great work !!!

[@illduitmyself]

I learn alot. I get a sense of the old old shed built mentality from u. Like what harley n davidson had 120yrs ago

[@tomotomo2004]

I appreciated the technical talk and explaining parts of the bike. I learned from this video. I'd watch more like this.

[@juangarza7732]

I really enjoy watching a master mechanic at work, keep up the great content be safe brother

[@joecampbell4199]

Awesome video, thanks Billy for explaining all the technical stuff while doing it so we can see it visually.

[@lasersbee]

Like all the small details you explain and why you do what you do. Helps greatly on my Chopper Build project. Thanks.

[@bgreasy6318]

Never apologize for explaining things correctly . Love your work

[@mountainviews5025]

Thanks for sharing this with everyone I remember this bike I was In Daytona when you was there I had a awesome time thumbs up my friends

[@Corpse1984]

Every time I watch your videos it makes me want to get back into riding and wrenching on bikes

[@chadbrewer6863]

Loving the garage time and stories with you Billy, thank you for spending the time sharing both with us. I hope to see you and Blue rolling through the Spearfish!

[@ddub2023]

I like how in depth you go with the technical explaining!

[@paintslinger16]

@Billy Lane its almost relaxing watching you work and explaining as you go. Great job

[@paulmedford3490]

every time I watch you I remember 20 years ago when I used to work in a bike shop and watched you on Discovery Channel. Back then people had so much common sense and real knowledge of bikes, always loved Indian Larry also and how down to earth and basic and sooo talented....I still work on my own bikes, and can relate to how you actually KNOW how it works, make fixing easier and cheaper when you understand how the systems of a motorcycle actually work.Thanks for the great videos !!!

[@andrewipp426]

Really informative and the way you explain every step is very cool, you build outstanding bikes!

[@xpresident]

I like the way you explain how the alternator works and why, besides how to install a new one. Well done

[@knifecollector54]

Thank you for making all these technical videos Billy . From this . To the videos on the FXB. The worlds ugliest Shovelhead . All great info and love watching you work on stuff more than anything else . Please keep them coming .

[@BillyLaneChoppers]

I appreciate you watching, and have loads more coming

[@Gabriel-Abdala]

You learn something every day. This is my favourite bike. Essentials only.

[@bryanslife7229]

i love your videos i learn so much just watching the way you work and talk about the bikes one of the best motorcycle channels on KZbin.

[@artkingofwholefoods74]

I was watching this just thinking about the old show where you were talking about a friend murdered. Then you brought it up on this show. I guess I really did watch a lot of those old biker shows. These Utube shows you do are a thousand times better than those old shows…

[@2kanchoo]

Damn man I’m glad you’ve still got one and it’s one you love and has so many memories for you.

[@ronniehdable]

Billy, so glad your doing what you do. Thanks for sharing. I miss the shop on us1 near eugalle . I lived on Sarno road at the train track. 10 min walk from your shop. Ride safe at Sturgis. Bam bam

[@alteredstateskustom]

Billy your channel is quickly becoming my favourite on KZbin! It's awesome watching you work a relive old stories! It really takes me back to the days seeing guys like you a Jesse in the chopper mags!

[@Giroux68]

These videos are amazing. I thought you had cool bikes on the build offs...but now with all the extra stuff...whole new level

[@BillyLaneChoppers]

Thank you. I’m much happier here than I ever was on TV. I am working on loads of really great content for you.

[@williamharring5536]

Billy, I still have The Biker Build Off Tape With You And Larry!! I miss those Days!!! I had several. Shovels back in 80s and 90s!! Enjoyed this very much!!!

[@robinbrowne5419]

Interesting and fun video. Thanks. I used to love Biker Build-Off. But this is better in a way. Less drama and better explaining. And remembering days gone by 👍👍

[@customcal1]

I am so glad you’re back Watching this video just inspires me to do more. Also I learn so much from you when you explain everything and do the work yourself. There are so many people on KZbin building bikes nowadays have their own shops and they don’t even ride.

[@alanpittman6579]

Billy, I think these videos are a lot better than the TV shows.... The biker craze in the late 90s was a real good time, but your current videos are more real. You are a cool guy. Your videos are entertaining, and the bikes are the shit! Thanks for your time, maybe our paths will cross out there

[@canadaeast8358]

I’m glad I found your channel I love this kind of stuff and and the little tricks like using 2 hammers are simple but very smart. It’s nice watching someone who knows what they are doing.

[@jasonstormoen]

Me being a gear head and builder of drag cars, I think the explaining is cool and the history is great. I use to say if I live past 35 I've lived a long full life because like you said, it was a different time and a different lifestyle.

[@sdimeblazer01]

I love watching this stuff for the technical stuff so the fact that you take the time to explain everything you’re doing and why you’re doing it is awesome!

[@bm7760]

Hi from the Isle of Man, Billy. Really enjoying the videos. Learning a lot. Makes me feel more confident about maintaining my 78 Shovel and 95 Evo. Thank you.

[@richardfoster9499]

Billy its good to see blue again, your giving me inspiration to build my own bike. I love choppers, choppers 4 life. RIP nick and Georgie.

[@gearjammergamer8560]

Please do not stop talking about how things work. It really sets your channel apart. When I was a kid I literally learned all my mechanical basics from the "How things work" column Hot Rod magazine did in the 1990's. My mechanic knowledge is exclusively cars. I've learned more in the past 2 months about Harleys than I ever knew. Hell after your one video I'd feel pretty comfortable lowering a softtail. Also i LOVE you work on bikes that are being ridden and used not trailer queens. love seeing the wear and tear

[@ericnelson966]

For me it's much more enjoyable to learn about when it is NOT my bike. I am glad he made this video. It's full of stuff I needed to know!

[@dinkeredwards5187]

Awesome Tech Advice For sure !!! But My Favorite part of this video is when he shared his Nostalgic moment's with us about his History of Hard Work And Family And How Blue came to be Born and Built for George ...R.I.P ...These were Priceless Moment's...Thanks for sharing some of your Deep Personal History with us Billy !!!! Much Respect!!!!! See you next weekend at Greensboro N.C. at the Full Throttle Magazine Bike Show Jan 13th 2024...Yeah !!!! Can't wait to see what your going to be bringing to the show!

[@roynelson7613]

I remember when you built this bike brother and I know how special blue is and has always been one of my favorites very beautiful bike man and I'm sorry to hear about your friend brother. You riding that on down the highway will help keep his Spirit alive for sure brother 💙🤟🏽🤟🏽😎👊🏽💨💥🤙🏽🤙🏽

[@BrewCityRider]

I really dig your vids Billy...not only watching and learning the mechanical & fabrication stuff, but all your reminiscing too. You have one of the best channels on YT and deserve a ton more subs.👍

[@roam4fun853]

I learn something every time I watch one of your videos. Thanks

[@CraigJohnBoylan]

I used to love watching you build bikes on Biker Build Off, your bikes have such a nice style, stance and proportions!Rather than use two hammers, I use a knurled 3 inch long piece of 1 inch brass bar. It doesn’t leave any witness marks and it’s small enough to get in tight spaces to be used to tap awkward items.

[@richardmorris7063]

I sure miss the biker build off series too.Good to see a real craftsman explaining things for us common folk!

[@mikemason4987]

I would straight up pay for a broke part coming off Blue, as a souvenir. This bike inspired my first build and many years of fabrication after. It was great to meet you at your shop in Melbourne. Thanks, Billy.

[@Anthony9592]

I can't believe that I didn't know BIlly has a KZbin channel.. Man I am so thrilled to have discovered his channel... It was just a few days ago that I have replaced the oil seal on my Street 750.. I thoroughly enjoy your builds.. God bless you man!!

[@jimherron5540]

Loved Biker Build Off, but also remember you in old mags. Great seeing you working here on KZbin.

[@j.sargent9172]

That's awesome to go back and think on memories Billy, I was probably 9 years old when you put that together. Thanks for sharing!

[@scottyb2117]

Can’t say thank you enough Mr. Lane!!! Decades of experience with an edge my brother, very much appreciated. Please keep ‘em coming - one ‘95 BadBoy owner to another ✌🏼

[@wildwilloutdoors4131]

Man I was just a little boy watching bike build offs when I first knew who you was I’ve been a fan every since

[@pipersall6761]

Yeah what a great bike and such a history you have with it. I'm happy that is the one that you still have.

[@bucephalus14]

Crazy to look back and think about what we were doing at that time in the past. I was a young child in probably elementary school watching biker build off with my father and remember both of us just in awe at the hubless bike. I remember the whole lotta Rosie bike with the triple chain primary that was eating your pant legs and the time your bike caught on fire on the road too haha. You’ve got quite a few years on me but you were actually the guy who got me interested in mechanical engineering. Love seeing you still working on stuff man.

[@aphysique]

Great story...Alot of us feel inspired by this man's capabilities... I lived very close to Chopperz Ink when it was here in Melbourne..Quite da shop...Was Kool knowing Billy!!

[@stevenmederi4266]

Sir Billy , your work is inspirational , legendary stuff

[@scottmaz4063]

Your videos are awesome and the way you explain all that your doing. What you did today I had to do on my 2000 electra glide. Keep the videos coming.

[@eddiesanchez5643]

Great story, so interesting to hear about your life . & Blue is one BAD ASS Machine …

[@dogsbyfire]

I’ve been working on bikes, cars, and trucks for 40 years, but I still learn something every time from your insightful and thorough commentary in these videos. Thank you! You’ve matured so much since the Biker Build Off days, but you’re still super cool and uniquely creative. Indian Larry would be proud.

[@brianbob7514]

I liked the little bit of memory lane , thank you for sharing.

[@platinumchopper]

These detailed videos are pure gold!

[@ADOS31]

Loving blue, but the badboy is probably still my favourite due to my love of the night train but im a simplistic bloke. Your wealth of knowledge, whilst being open, humble and giving to the public is unfathomable, and the way you articulate the skills and tricks to the average person to aid in building a new generation to love bikes and to modify things themselves is incredible. Especially in a world were most would charge via patreon or something in order to learn alot of these things. Really shows a mans character, when its done for the love of it rather than for financial gain. Kudos Billy, great respect. Side note. Not sure 100% on blues build from top to bottom, but im assuming you have some form of rubber isolation mount between engine and frame atleast? That should technically help prevent the engine mount bolts from backing themselves out.

[@Outofhere360]

I love to learn from you and other builders. It’s these real world stuff that’s important. I would rather watch these kind of videos rather than a “build”. I love the technical stuff! 👍

[@GG-bl2vm]

You are truly my favorite motorcycle builder, your attention to detail is excellent, and watching this in conjunction with you taking about Biker Build Off brings back so many memories. And I've always told people most amazing bike builder is Billy Lane.

[@calimilk1113]

Wow amazing job!!! A true veteran in the game !!! Much Respect !!! Always been one of my favorite builders !!!!

[@swisshogthunderbolt1287]

Best 30 minutes I spend this week!

[@chriszasada9756]

Keep living the life , love your posts, learn something everytime . I have my first Harley now and can't think of ever letting it go. Your knowledge is fantastic. Just glade you are willing to pass some of that down to the rest of us.

[@ljgaines8170]

Billy I dig the hell out of you and all your bike builds look forward for more to come.

[@mrchopboogie]

I remember the first time I saw that bike. Been one of my favorites of all time from any builder. I saw it in Myrtle Beach, prolly ‘03, and the VQ bike was parked at the same hotel I stayed at.

[@swisshogthunderbolt1287]

Hi Billy, well that is what I call an old school chopper! And not one of those boring “Theme” bike others made for large corporations. Very very cool, make me miss my jockey shifter Panhead! Thanks for sharing the amazing history on the bike. Keep the cool and very educational videos coming!

[@ajcates9136]

Dude I’m a painter and I’ve learned more in 3 minutes of this vid than I’ve learned on my own thanks I’m your age loved your bikes since you started

[@TheAlienworkshop34]

I'm 25 and I remember his biker build off where he built the candy apple red bike, can't remember the name of it save my life, also remember the orange bike that hand the exhaust going out under the rear fender that lit him on fire, and also the kick start bike with the chain drive he did with Indian Larry, biker build off and motorcycle mania was my childhood makes me happy to see them on KZbin, so much nostalgia seeing all if them

[@jbtOO7]

Appreciate all of this information, looking into working on my own chopper one-day someday. No one else is so helpful with their thoughts & ideas.I live in Florida I came by the shop once things were different you cut your bro so after all the hype I've got a valuable source of info flowing Corona style with a lime.I can say Awsome how many times,thanks.

[@boomerpaschall]

Wisdom wisdom wisdom & the history! ❤️ Thank ya sir. Salute

[@williaminnes7574]

Your 'How To' videos are excellent ... very informative with many great tips and 'tricks' that you've found yourself over years of tearing down and building bikes and motors back up ... Great channel for both content and information

[@davidhartzell8428]

Keep up the good work Billy I just finished watching the video you did comparing your chopper Larry's chopper and Jesse s Thank you

[@RideAmerica]

and now I'm gonna go throw it in the garbage ... lol The stories this guy has and could tell. Just hearing about all the travels and other builders riding around ..... I can only imagine the incredible nostalgia these stories must bring.

[@joeyulery4115]

It's so awesome to see someone else using the west coast choppers tools. They are my primary tools still after all these years.

[@Brandflake]

Love that bike, you inspired me to build my own chopper 10 years ago and have been building bikes ever since. Keep building cool shit!!!!!

[@bigdubb_t9563]

Somethings cool and timeless never look dated!!! That's one Badass Chop and a Shovel too which is my favourite!!

[@tphvictims5101]

Larry and his guys were quite the Team. You know what they say “PLAY STUPID GAMES AND WIN STUPID PRIZES”. Loud pipes and helmets save lives.

[@chrismononen663]

Thanks for the great video Billy, you explained everything so well. love the story and the front end of blue is beautiful.

[@stevescoville8465]

I’m glad I watched this man…makes me feel good before I go to bed

[@bernierezny8156]

I think it good that your explaining everything you do before the job someone always has a easier way of doing stuff keep it up.Thx

[@thekaotyk]

Sooo happy you kept Blue. One of my most favourite bikes ever, keep being awesome Billy!

[@123hellqvist]

Awesome Billy, as always huge respect for people with battle scars and stories which are real. Sweet bike, from a time when future was a few hours away, cheers.

[@eazyridin7283]

These are the vids I love ! 🤘🏼 thanks Billy 🤟🏼