Billy Lane 1995 Harley-Davidson FXSTB Softail Bad Boy 23- Inch Front Wheel Chopper Lowered Springer

[@1mrmcawesome]

Please DON'T stop making these videos! Love seeing you work and learning something new.

[@alabamadale3843]

I build paper Harleys look like any bike I have a picture of.great job brother

[@donnasuzanne9499]

There’s nothing that compares to feeling you get when you’re out riding & chilling ! All the BS just melts away ! When I was pregnant with my 3rd child I was out with my late husband everyday of that pregnancy til I was 2 days away from due date. On our way home it started to snow ! What a blast that was !

[@xTheRenegade666x]

I've loved your work since I first saw you on Discovery's Biker Build-off series and it's great to see you still doing what you do. Keep inspiring brother, you're one of the greats.

[@BillyLaneChoppers]

That is a generous, but much appreciated comment, thank you

[@Vipersshorts]

Served 8.5 years in the United States Army 🇺🇸 3 tours to Iraq wish I could have had a bike built by you Sr . I have followed your work for years all the biker build offs I use to watch all the shows including WCC, OCC, just amazing work you do

[@brandonknight7240]

Probably looks better in person. Camera skews the size

[@charlestimmons604]

I love the videos, literally everything I wanted in those motorcycle build off shows from the 2000s and never got. Just a chill dude sharing knowledge and building cool stuff in his shop .

[@BillyLaneChoppers]

Glad you enjoy these, I'll keep them coming

[@John-mg7fb]

I've been watching Billy Lane for 20 years. The hubless wheel is pure genius and this modification is amazing in its own right. Billy is a true craftsman. It never gets old watching him work on bikes.

[@sphix4718]

A humble man comes from the ground up. It’s crazy how I find myself working on the ground when I have an open bench near me. Keep on a rockin my friend.

[@earniethomas64]

@SwampViking he did his time the judge set for him and he lost pretty much everything he had

[@BillyLaneChoppers]

will do

[@BillyLaneChoppers]

I need no sympathy from a coward like yourself, using my name and the death of a man whose name you don't even know (without Google) for the shameless and selfish purpose to garner attention for yourself here. I answered to- and looked after- the family of my victim, and fulfilled my commitments the state of Florida, and don't have to answer to your cowardice in any form. An old-timer and long-timer in prison rightly told me that only three things will make a person act the way you are acting: The first is fear, the second is envy, and the third is the ugly combination of the first two. I'm thinking you smell like number three. If you want more attention from me, step up and earn it the hard way.

[@Billy-703]

Just subscribed. Huge fan! Such valuable knowledge. Come from a generational Harley Davidson family. First saw you during biker build off days. You inspired me to stay Riding/Wrenching/Buying stripped down softail springers and hardtail choppers 20 years later and more than likely for life! Total privilege to be able to watch and learn from such a humble expert! I still put more miles on my springer then I do my daily driver. (Thank you)

[@BillyLaneChoppers]

Thank you for the awesome feedback. I ride my bikes every day

[@mikecacioppo5639]

I'm impressed and delighted, it's great to see a "motorcycle lover/ builder" and learning from the top Thank you 👍🐷👍

[@BillyLaneChoppers]

I truly love what I do, after over three decades of doing it

[@cmlovejr]

Thanks for the video Billy. Love that you took the time to do it the way most of us would have to, so we know it can be done.

[@BillyLaneChoppers]

Glad you liked it, I enjoy sharing

[@americanpatriot8786]

Man that was a fantastic conversion. I’ve got a 2007 Night Train and have toyed with the idea of switching some things up on it. I appreciate the little tricks learned in this video Billy. I’m a long time Buildoff fan and have always admired your tenacity and ingenuity, don’t ever stop brotha!! You should still have a show on tv!!

[@BillyLaneChoppers]

Go for it! I put a springer on a Night Train a few years ago, made it a different bike

[@larryargi]

@@BillyLaneChoppers How's the handling/braking when changing to springer?

[@robertjones6971]

who doesn't love motorcycles? Billy needs a show on TV. love these videos. talented, smart, patient. Billy, Jesse, Indian Larry.(R.I.P.) freakinrock stars! 🤘🤘🤘🤘🤘

[@jerryjordan1448]

Thanks Billy you keep me going in my shop especially when facing a medical situation your videos keep me encouraged.

[@scottyb2117]

Thanks for the inspiration bro! My Burley lowering kit came in the mail this week! Gonna pick up my ‘95 Bad Boy today and get ta wrenchin’ this weekend. Buddy of mine spun me the 1” sleeve already. Thanks for showing me how Billy Lane!!!

[@scottyb2117]

Thanksgiving day, a few beers later and drop kit installed. Huge improvement imho!

[@RailfanDad]

I have started my first tear down and rebuild of my harley and because of this video I have decided to rebuild my 06 Dyna Wide Glide into a Dyna Springer. I have used alot of the tricks that Billy gives to help me rebuild my bike. Keep these going please they help so much.

[@pauliebots]

You'd be surprised at how many guys need this from you. Thanks man.

[@RonVasselli-cn8mc]

Hi Billy - I’m currently working on my 2000 springer -FXSTS I’m my garage. I really enjoy you videos especially when you work on your bad boy or other springers for your customers- I learn allot just listening to you - Instead of listening to music I just keep playing your videos ! Lol I like how you get around specialty tools and still make it work! Keep cranking out the videos ! Ron V.

[@jonathansanders8665]

I’m so glad to see Billy back at it. He’s one hell of a bike builder. He sounds absolutely dialed in during all of his new videos. Welcome back brother

[@alanpittman6579]

Billy... It's great to see you doing what you do Thanks for your time

[@robertrodriguez2412]

She looks good! Don’t like the big wheel trend, but man on this bike she looks sweet! That wheel spacer is awesome-! Great to see you wrenching & sharing your knowledge. Thanks !

[@BillyLaneChoppers]

Thanks 👍 I was skeptical on the 23

[@danielroyer9442]

Your knowledge and skill is priceless and you're an awesome teacher. I'd love to apprentice under you

[@Seeker887]

I was looking for this front wheel video over 2 hours! Best 2 hours of my day, thanks billy

[@robtaillefer378]

Great to seeing you do what you love again and you are so very talented thanks for all the tips

[@BillyLaneChoppers]

I'm blessed to do this, thank you for watching

[@juanhuttoe4517]

Man i love these 13:02 videos. Thank you for showing us enthusiasts how to work on our bikes at home. Truly one of the greats and you have a real knack for teaching.

[@flyingdutchman1828]

I used Speed Dealer Customs lowering rockers for Springer front ends, it lowered my front end about an inch and half, way easier to install and lost no suspension travel. Great product!! Great Company!!

[@BillyLaneChoppers]

I used them on my 1998 Heritage Springer, could not find a set anywhere recently, so I grabbed the Burly springs

[@stevenmederi4266]

Sir , you are a legend , love watching you work

[@BillyLaneChoppers]

Thank you for watching, & for that high compliment

[@prestonjoy8092]

Duane was The Man... I was already a fan of his and yours, but I really appreciate the mutual respect you show another artist. Best wishes from the Redwoods...

[@BillyLaneChoppers]

He was so talented at such a young age.

[@ScottRodellMusic]

Always stoked to see a new video by you Billy. You're such a gifted artist and craftsmen!

[@parkercarter3917]

Have always admired your ability to build great looking motorcycles.

[@BillyLaneChoppers]

Thank you, it is definitely a gift I value highly

[@parkercarter3917]

@@BillyLaneChoppers you definitely deserve the all the praise you get. Watching your videos rekindled the fire to build my own motorcycle. My best friend and riding buddy were going to build or own bikes, but unfortunately he died in a car accident a few years ago and I lost interest. Kept my motorcycle but didn’t ride often. Now I’m back riding and wanting to build my own and want to thank you for doing these videos and basically giving me the kick in butt that I needed.

[@sykwookiee]

@@parkercarter3917 I know that feeling...my youngest son was KIA in Iraq, he was my riding buddy...it was our dream to build our own rides...I still have my Harley, but can't ride right until I figure out how to make it a trike and ditch the Voyager kit...catastrophic spinal snafu in '03...

[@tylerjorgensen1882]

I saw a biker build off as a kid with you against Indian Larry. That sparked my forever love of bike and engines. Thanks Dude!

[@danflory6340]

Thanks for a straight forward video. No bashing other bikes or builders. You're a cool guy Billy!

[@BillyLaneChoppers]

You never look good, trying to make someone else look bad. Thanks for watching me work.

[@cigemp]

I don't post much, but like how you show the working man way. Thanks Billy.

[@BillyLaneChoppers]

Through it all, I'm still just a working man

[@jskallion66]

Great video, the 23 looks better than I thought. Thanks for step by step on installing the springs and the info on the burley lowering kit

[@simon.houseaccount4807]

Yea at first I thought 💭. Naw. That look silly. But once it was finished..it looks. Right. .. I like how it’s lowered. Too

[@scrappyhustler7467]

Mr Lane please continue to make these vids between you and the late great Indian Larry u guys really encapsulated the vintage into modern Era and with class going fast also the old flat track style oldies are just awesome to see as well thanks for vid!

[@BillyLaneChoppers]

Thanks for watching, much more on the way

[@rp75heavy]

Nice, in joy Y'all content...always like the way you free flow on your bike projects!

[@realityhurts8697]

I have much respect for you sir. The way you've come full circle through hard times is amazing. Some day I hope to meet you. You can see what I've done with my bike

[@MrLamborghinikid]

I've got a 96 Bad Boy and was worried about changing the front tire because the shop is booked way out. Hell I may go this route now. I like the look. Nice job and that is the way a video should be done. Definitely a subscriber.

[@BillyLaneChoppers]

Rides awesome with this setup, braking is much improved. I ran my wheel centered in the fork

[@garyny4073]

Met Billy at the NY Int'l bike show years ago , nice guy , I asked about the hubless bike of course . Down to earth , easy to talk to 🏍️

[@GodspeedRides]

Billy Lane . Choppers Inc. .The Hubless motorcycle.. 🔥🔥🔥

[@scottgordin9709]

Man, I been wanting to build a bike for a few years now, and watching these 20 min videos on how easy a lot stuff is to do I’m thinkin bout buyin an older soft tail and goin springer front end and a few other things I’ve seen you do in these videos👍👍👍

[@papasquatscott7615]

Dude, I appreciate you doing it the way do it in the average garage! Great info and that bike looks awesome!

[@BillyLaneChoppers]

Reminds me of when I first started out

[@toddclark332]

I still got a set of your six shooter44 Magnum risers off my first Springer bike thanks for making that stuff buddy

[@BillyLaneChoppers]

Thanks for supporting my small business!!

[@cesaralarcon5819]

I swear this dude is bad ass !! Much respect to you, Billy !!

[@BillyLaneChoppers]

Thank you

[@BillyLaneChoppers]

You got your facts wrong but, either way, I was in prison for a long time for what I did. I don't owe you an apology or an explanation. Respect is earned, and you've earned none of mine.

[@327thejess]

The man, the myth, the legend. Billy Lane.

[@pitbullfarmer34]

Billy Lane, your a bad ass man. Love everything you've made since 2003. Keep it up bro.

[@BillyLaneChoppers]

I will. Thank you, lots more to come

[@williamdejeffrio9701]

I have always preferred and admired your aesthetic in building you bikes. This bike looks amazing. I wasn't sure I'd like a 23" on the front, but you were absolutely right. It balances the look of the bike. I also enjoy your "working on the floor without specialty tools" approach (because that's the way I have to do it ;)). Like others have said, you were my favorite builder from the "Biker Build Off" days, again, because I enjoy your aesthetic, inventiveness and willingness to share your vision, rationale and techniques with the viewers in your work. Finally I have been a diehard Duane Allman fan since I was a kid. I was 16 when Duane died and I know exactly where I was when I heard the bad news. Unbelievably, I also take a ride on 10/29 of every year to honor his memory. Liked and subscribed.

[@customcal1]

Billy you were one of us. And most of all you are real and as we all know in this world of ours only the real survive and prosper. Imitations and imitators never survive look at OCC. this is your world Billy you help create it. And this is why we respect you and ride I will support you. Just like Jesse James. Nothing but honest to will love.

[@MichaelMatsumotoSr]

Nice job Billy , your a very wise fabricator, machinest, mechanic &you probably can paint too !! Your DEFINITELY ON TOP OF YOUR GAME thumbs up to you SIR 👍👍👍

[@markjulianoriginalhooli2217]

What an honor going over the high side on the Mighty Sportster 👍🇺🇲😎

[@robertbragg9364]

I'd like to see the rear fender and pipes changed next. Do something with aftermarket rear led light setups and license plate mounts possibly. Definitely agree with a few other people, we'd like to see more of these videos from you. Possibly something weekly if you can swing it. Maybe even let subscribers or your friends bring bikes over and do small or large modifications with them and post it. We all love you bro and hope you're doing good. You're definitely one of the best, don't ever forget that. Being real and doing what you love is priceless. You should be proud and so should your family and friends. Stay safe out there and good luck with everything you do.

[@BillyLaneChoppers]

Thank you, I do plan to upload weekly, I'm sitting on a ton of content now. This Bad Boy actually had the Roland Sands design rear fender on it when I bought it. But I wanted the original look, I think Harley-Davidson got it mostly right with this model

[@waylon7371]

Hell yea tht Bad Boy is so badass! Love the 23 on the front!

[@BillyLaneChoppers]

Thanks so much

[@gamewrexker1751]

Completely changed the look of the bike...love it!! Great work as always brother!!

[@dadacam]

Love your video and tutorials, gives me the inspiration to work on my 1995 wide glide Thanks billy

[@bomcdaniel3005]

Looks great Billy. I've always loved your work. Keep posting the videos. Hopefully someday I will get to come check out your stuff in person

[@BillyLaneChoppers]

Thank you, I will

[@mikef3300]

I have a 95 fxstsb. My first and only Harley. Still runs great

[@BillyLaneChoppers]

My cousin bought his new in 1995, I was so jealous. I applaud you for keeping yours. I'm searching for original paint tins for this one, and keeping all of the original parts for it

[@thomascoffin6683]

Thanks for the videos man. Youre down to earth approach makes it very enjoyable to watch.

[@andrewluostari5592]

That's a good looking bad boy always enjoyed your bikes when I lived in Florida a few miles from your shop I use to stop in there when I was 16 and admire your bikes all I had back than was a Buell M2 cyclone

[@BillyLaneChoppers]

Thanks for watching, that old shop seems like a lifetime ago

[@andrewluostari5592]

@@BillyLaneChoppers it was a long time ago I was 16 now I'm 37 so 21 years lol. Always admired your work now I'm a iron worker and tig weld for a living

[@kevingrace1378]

Thanks for sharing all the knowledge Billy love the look. Countryside looks a lot like PA right now along with the rain.

[@dodge33445]

I love watching you brother. Like you are painting a masterpiece .

[@briantomcollins]

You are a fucking legend... watching those old Biker Build Offs, you and Indain Larry (RIP) my favorite builders.

[@BillyLaneChoppers]

Thank you sir, those were magical times. I'm fortunate to still be here working at what I love

[@aaronblakeley9442]

Thanks for showing the ability to do this stuff in my garage as I wouldn’t be able to do it otherwise. Great stuff.

[@trwwoodall5051]

I bought a 88 softail custom changed alot of stuff like your doing I put two inch lower come forktubes on it Ness drag bars I wasn't sure about lowering the the ass I didn't want it dragging when I'm plowing through the turns we definitely think alike when it comes to the look of the bike first thing I took off was those bars I liked how u took those wire fittings apart and ran them through the bars I really love your bike with the invisible back wheel and peterbuilt badge im a trucker that's what I drive I like how u do things keep up the good work

[@sixwheelcarlisle8491]

I love that you are still building bikes. It does my heart good 🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸

[@francisjames1377]

WOW!!!! Billy bro, to me that new wheel looks awesome on your bike!

[@TheRoadhammer379]

Been a fan of yours for years, you inspired many of my projects. Stay safe brother

[@BillyLaneChoppers]

So great to read, thanks for watching

[@eddiezero5518]

Billy Lane..!!!! Flashbacks Brother...keep on wrenching. Full circle and more powerful vibes to you. I still hang my poster with your signature.

[@BillyLaneChoppers]

Thanks for finding me here

[@motoshark9870]

I’m normally not a lover of 23” wheels but that bike looks awesome with it. Very cool. Awesome to see you posting more.

[@BillyLaneChoppers]

We're of the same thinking, I had little faith that it would look good. But I took the shot and scored.

[@fps636]

Great to see you, been a while. Bad Boy now looks perfect!

[@BillyLaneChoppers]

Thanks for watching

[@nobodysreview6137]

I have a 26 inch wheel on my 13 Streetglide. Been riding all over the country with it. Never really thought about the extra rubber on the ground but my bike rides amazing. I love it.

[@BillyLaneChoppers]

The extra rubber on this 23 makes the springer handle so much better

[@milwaukeegregg]

Always liked your builds...Indian Larry would approve......................God Bless...........

[@jasonmyers3847]

Now it needs a matching back wheel. So very cool, man!

[@erikottens7536]

Love the vid billy have a bad boy springer I want to lower, now might look at bigger wheel, really dig the early heritage springer tank on it , bike is bad ass, keep vids coming & keep the breeze on your knees

[@BillyLaneChoppers]

Glad you like it. I couldn't find any reasonably priced Bad Boy tins, but the Heritage tanks do look great on here

[@sykwookiee]

@@BillyLaneChoppers ...that is a fact brother...

[@DjDaveVoom]

Love the Beanie !!!! I miss watching Indian Larry Work Great Work Billy love your videos

[@georgeknox]

Bad Boy is my dream bike. Next on my list. Nice work Mr. Lane

[@BillyLaneChoppers]

Get one now, while you still can. They're getting more difficult to find.

[@hfootball9634]

Great work is always Billy can't wait to see your new parts line

[@BillyLaneChoppers]

Thank you, new parts coming early next year

[@hfootball9634]

@@BillyLaneChoppers awesome billy can't wait

[@nmoran2046]

My God I love that hat miss that man terribly Such a simple thing change so much about that bike

[@BillyLaneChoppers]

Larry is missed daily, thanks for watching

[@nmoran2046]

@@BillyLaneChoppers Been watching you build cool shit since you shredded a pair of jeans I think with that double chain open primary It was at biker build off something or other

[@raywalker2938]

Wow- Mr Lane- You have “Mad” Metal Skills-- Dig your Shop -Lot of Love there.Oh ya- Bikes pretty sweet too

[@scrappyhustler7467]

He used to rival the top builders in the world Jesse James and Indian Larry?¿

[@m.kultra4101]

I got me a 95 bad boy out to the builder in upper wi, ill have her back next spring. I'm 6'3" and I'm a little too tall for her the way that she sits now. I can't wait to have her back.

[@BillyLaneChoppers]

Mine is in the top three Harley-Davidson's I've ever owned. Spring can't come soon enough

[@kathleen832]

I wish I had Billy here to fix my poor 1996 Harley sportster it will not start no matter what I do. sigh Love his videos

[@BillyLaneChoppers]

You probably have a fuel delivery problem or bad electrical connection. It's usually something simple

[@kathleen832]

@@BillyLaneChoppers Thanks!! so much will check it.

[@jeffwehr9916]

You're a legend! You were the best on Biker Build-off! Glad I found your channel, keep up the great work! Just subscribed!

[@6bt_str864]

Fellow Floridian here. (Brevard, Been to Choppers inc back in the day) man... If your the editor as well, holy shit! Your not only a master machinist. The blue / black bad boy has Always been top few favorites.. don't know what part of Tennessee you are, but soon to be an E. Tennessee transplant myself . 73' -2022 in this humidity is enough for me. 👊🏼 New sub. Sir. 🤘🏼

[@BillyLaneChoppers]

We moved to the Nashville area for many reasons, the change of seasons among them. Eastern TN has great riding. My Bad Boy was originally Blue/Black, I'm hunting for a set of original tins for it now.

[@lt.danslegs9737]

Looks so much better. Great work Billy! Love these videos.

[@treytucker5619]

Love this bike. I am so glad your fixing it up. I also have a bad boy

[@jefferyoverman]

I have liked your bikes since the first time I saw you on the TV. I went to the Easy rider show in Portland Oregon and saw the hub less bike. You have been my favorite builder since then. While I don’t like the large wheels it does look good and very good job at making it work.

[@Haze8923]

And I didn’t think the bad boy could get any better!!

[@raynavarra]

Great job Billy. People today could learn a lesson from you in what we should all be doing. Instead of canceling people for bad behavior or mistakes they have made. Why not give people a chance to prove they can learn, evolve and come out the other side a better person. You’re a family man now that had a path with many ups and downs. But you’re a humble man supporting your family and sharing your vast talents and love of motorcycles with us all. Seems there is a segment of society that wants cancel culture but also says people should be rehabilitated and given a second chance. You can’t have both. End cancel culture and learn from a guy like Billy Lane.

[@BillyLaneChoppers]

Well said, thank you for your thoughtfulness. I can't change who I was, but I am in full control of who I am. I appreciate you being here to watch me work and grow

[@whoscook4481]

Wow. I love the allman brothers!

[@ChocoSapper]

I have a 2008 CrossBones, lowered etc, thanks for your vids. Not many springer vids. Love from Australia man.

[@mlunden11]

Thanks billy. Always backed u on the “ biker build off”. Keep em comin brother

[@TheDirtyfax]

I love this. The crazy 300 rear tires and totally custom EVERYTHING was all cool and created new fans to the motorcycle world. For the average person those full customs are just an unattainable dream and not very practical for people who really ride. Kudos for the Biker Build-Off days of building something so radical and riding 800+ miles on an untested bike built for looks and no concern for ergonomics. LOL These video's are for the average rider. They are helpful, informative and inspiring for people like me. I have a 2003 Indian Scout (Gilroy Era) that has a stupid looking 19" front wheel and shitty Paoli front forks. I'm trying to find an Indian Chief front fork from the same era to give it a wide-glide look. Like you, I'm not wanting to go ridiculous with the front wheel. I just wanna upgrade with the times and fix something I always thought was off since it was new. Thanks for the great video.

[@BillyLaneChoppers]

I love choppers, but I also like some of the OEM creations. It's enjoyable to mildly customize a stock bike into something much greater than it was. Much like you wish to do with your Gilroy Indian. I'd imagine that a Harley-Davidson wide glide would fit your Indian chassis

[@eazyridin7283]

Nice to see you again Billy.

[@daveatkinson4201]

Hey Billy that wheel looks great on there I love the Bad boy and the Springer front end , keep up the great videos

[@nunyabizness8937]

Hell yeah Billy, looks badass, keep up the good work! I've been following your work since the Biker Build off days when you and Indian Larry cut the trophy in half, great to see you here and I look forward to your videos.

[@BillyLaneChoppers]

Thank you for watching, and for watching me grow

[@sykwookiee]

I remember that, miss ol' Indian Larry...

[@warrenduazo8680]

Billy is the best bike builder. Im a fan of biker buildoff im from Philippines.

[@erich6879]

Holy SHIT.......Billy Lane is still alive!!!!!!? Shit, I remember when choppers were cool and Billy and other bike builders were on TV. Those were the good old days! Billy...keep up the good fight!

[@BillyLaneChoppers]

Still here, doing the same old thing, thanks for joining in

[@timsutterby9899]

Mr. Billy , remember 2003 Sturgis you were just bringing your "hubless" into the bar and you got invaded by some cool dudes & chicks from Missouri ? Two years later in Kansas City the Dave Mann benefit with your broken arm . You remembered me , I believe you said how could you forget such a wild ass . I ain't never . We had our picture taken by Elizabeth (Wide Open I believe) and I be damned never seen her again . We didn't get to hang out long you being one of the guest stars and all , but I had fun hanging out in the Forestero /Goose compound anyway . Me and my partner did get our picture in "In The Wind" magazine , "Wide Open" too . Always wanted to run into you again but didn't happen , keep on , keepin' on brother we are a rare breed for shore . Peace In , Peace Out . Tim Sutterby just along haired country doin' it anyway I want .

[@leondonatello5728]

Nice to see you back and on a evo even better. Stay strong Blly . L&R crazy from Norway

[@wilde.coyote6618]

Harleys are awesome.

[@BillyLaneChoppers]

Agreed!

[@shawnnoss8040]

Imagine if Indian Larry and Billy made bikes together today.

[@BillyLaneChoppers]

I wish I could work with him again

[@theaftermathperformancecha7966]

One of my favorite bikes made. 🤘🤘🤘

[@rogerb5202]

Love your work! My hubby and I ride a HD Roadking.....nothing fancy. We would love to have one of your creations!