Build Your Own EPIC Bobber for around $4000

[@MOTOPILOT6]

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[@bmxriderforlife1234]

Hey looking at building a first bike or maybe a second bike with a sports bike as a first. Kinda want a harley engine built up but expensive. And also insurance would be killer. What's a starter recommendation for a drive train.

[@88rickM]

What kind of sunglasses are you wearing in this video?

[@joshuataft5541]

I have no experience in building but I would love to buy a bober for 6too 8 thousand bucks..I was in a wreck and because of injuries I need forward controls and I'm in my 30s now so a harly style bike is what I probably need..I love bikes and cant go without one.. i dream of a simple cool bobber to cruizeon i got a damn scooter this year hattoseeificoyld ride with my messed up left leg and honestly if I dared..so nxt spring I'm gna have to find a bike that can actually keep up with traffic sorry forte long reply. I'm hat exited to be back on the road

[@joshuataft5541]

Man now I can dream on...work of art.iwish I could build ..so awsome

[@prestcoldandy910]

Would that bike be for sale ?

[@geeeee8268]

Memo to myself: quit watching youtube videos, sign up for welding class.

[@JacobPrince12]

Don't sign up for a welding class. Buy a welder, and learn yourself. KZbin has a guide for everything. I bought a super cheap welder and built my bobber with almost no practice LMFAO. A lot of grinding, but it turned out nice.

[@johnnylopez6825]

👍🏻

[@geeeee8268]

@@JacobPrince12 I tried. I bought gasless welder. I guess the key to it is very thorough metal prep :) cheers.

[@jaybee2869]

Weld with almost no practice? Yikes. As a welder of 10 years I'll say hope you don't end up all over the pavement

[@AutodidactEngineer]

@@JacobPrince12 you need the papers bud IF YOU WANT TO HET A JOB A EARN A LIVING!!

[@balajiiyengar4]

I watched this video multiple times but still watching again yet feeling happy, i live in India where we dont have great bikes, stupid industry has useless bikes. I wish i could have one of this kind. Great inspiration, lovely bike.

[@williamhancock9345]

Had a low point in my life five years ago cost me everything. Lost my lil ironhead but its time to get back in the wind mind and body are clean and sober now so its now time for my soul.

[@Dadmoves49]

Vanilla Ice at it again I had no idea he built motorcycles. Glad to see him still doing things 👍🏼

[@JokerInk-CustomBuilds]

I kinda did... but in my country we cant change the frames. So I rebuilt a Suzuki Intruder vs700 into a bobber/chopper without cutting the frame. I still have a double seat since I couldn't cut the frame (and because I have a couple nephews who are soon old enough for a long awaited ride along!) But I basicly stripped all unnesecary wheight off, simplified electrics and threw on apehangers, an ammo side box and gave it a matteblack/white skulls spraycan paintjob and a bit of red blood dripping pinstripe... I love it, and it didn't cost much but it draws attention like a mofo! -I can't stop anywhere without someone creeping up to ask questions. LOL Edit: My cost was a bit over 4K$ including the bike...

[@1000pppito]

Amazing work 👏, after looking at this video I purchased a 1987 shadow 700, can't wait to see how it comes out. pray for me 🙏

[@robertbragg9364]

My dream is to build motorcycles and lowrider cars. Everytime I see a video like this it makes me want to quit doing construction and driving truck to build bikes and cars. To have these skills and to have an eye for detail and design is the hardest part. The work and building isn't hard at all, it's the details, design and finding parts to make whats in your head come alive. Living in California and having these types of companies everywhere is a major perk to building anything like this. It looks amazing, you did a great job, I'm definitely liking, subscribing and sharing this video. Great fuckin job though, and the FTW brake light is cool as shit.

[@gp577]

Chapeau. You have talent and taste. You deserve beautiful things in life. Enjoy

[@ericgaldiano8520]

Dude you are an incredible bike builder!! Awesome job!!!!! been watching your builds all morning!!

[@MOTOPILOT6]

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[@geoffreyjones2000]

I'm grateful that you share your talents with us sir :)

[@gregorsamsa1364]

So badass. And seems pretty doable. I definitely wanna use your basic template here and do something similar some day soon

[@jobanytheprepp5401]

Definitely describing to your channel but where are the in detail videos on building this bike ?

[@kevinbacon8716]

This bike is absolutely killer and a big motivation for me to get back in the garage. Time to stop dreaming and start doing.

[@fariasnicolas4184]

And...?

[@jamiemarcum8743]

I’m a single dad of 3 little boys, I can only dream of having a bike like this. I still ride an 83 Honda 550 silverwing interstate.lol

[@joshuataft5541]

Who ever wins is going to have a life changing experience

[@kelvinrivas5785]

Motivation forsure

[@InTheFleshInc]

This video right here got me hooked, I subscribed

[@NHEFF09]

nice build.great colour!! the fuel tank looks great. so wish i had the art and skills to make one of these

[@dromesb8319]

Epic build. How did you learn to build bikes like that? Any tips on how I can start building with little to no experience? Lol.

[@laffilmfest3759]

U have a great thing going!

[@calebsnider2571]

Beautiful

[@stephaniekennedy1123]

Super cool bike

[@XxProRider]

What talent ,,, u need a job with Harley , to make cool bikes like this ,in mass production , , I'd like one for sure

[@seanbaros-qe1rp]

Cool bike!!

[@zukins5003]

Forward controls would have been nice, must have been a fun build

[@craigcaggiano431]

Nice details for this build ...

[@Carlos_Arete]

you're an artist

[@vitvit13]

good lucky under a bit of rain....

[@vendetta1306]

This is a goal of mine

[@TheSocalHandyman]

Beautiful bike man!!!

[@Amansperspective1]

Hey... I love your work.. I'm in Brooklyn New York... I can use your skills on my bike and doing a custom build my ride ...a Suzuki burgman 650. If there is any way that we can work together please let me know.

[@robertstimmel1100]

Very impressive!

[@labelskater613]

Ive had a 76 cb360t in my garage for years. Wanting to do something with it but no time. I need to find a local shop to do it for me

[@warrenpeace6864]

Hey MP Enjoyed watching your build and your modifications...Can you help me, I want to build a kit bike, & I can find Bobber & chopper kits even at J& P Cycles...but I want to build a Softail Deluxe, can you tell me is there anywhere on earth where they sell complete kits for a Deluxe Build? THANK YOU VERY MUCH

[@mattkoontz5517]

Love it...bike looks amazing...BRAAAAP

[@jpolhamus71]

I must say I didn't like the sissy bar until I saw it without I'm sold on it definitely looks a lot better with it

[@MOTOPILOT6]

You are one of the rare ones -lol MP

[@rowdyrodb]

WOW!!!

[@alankerns7621]

Just curious but what would something like this sell for. Very beautiful bike. Great job 👍

[@mattwaldman1086]

Absolutely Dope!!! I have a older triumph rigid frame. It says it’s a T100c and it has HD stamps on the number plate. Do you or anyone know the history on this, is it a triumph/HD collaboration?? I want to ride it one day, but it’s just a frame and I have a nice little tank too. That engine is cool. I guess buying a donor bike is a good way to go??

[@MOTOPILOT6]

That is an odd combination. Take some pics and throw the up on different Harley and Triumph facebook groups and see if they can offer some feedback. MP

[@Mako4850]

Hola una pregunta cómo podría comprar una soy de Bolivia

[@budibudi2414]

Luar biasa kreatif

[@builtfromthebottom]

whats your opinion on doing the halo headlight on a bobber build

[@MOTOPILOT6]

Sure why not? If you like it do it. Don't care what others think. Building a custom is ALL ABOUT personal choice. Break the rules. There are on rules

[@RK-ec5ms]

Watching your videos with great interest! One question though, and anyone can feel free to answer of course... Where do you buy the metal to fabricate things by oneself? Things like aluminum sheets for fairings and covers, the round tubes that go on the frame and the pieces that are used to hold the rear fender etc etc? Thanks to any good answers from anyone and to the poster, thank you for sharing these kick a@$ videos!

[@motopilot2873]

You just have to search for a metal supply dealer near you.

[@markman63]

Some of the bigger metal dealers have scrap bins

[@georgesnuffleupagus7920]

what about your labor?

[@cecilholdway9177]

This bike is definitely worth 4k

[@DUDEfreestyle]

Im building a bobber in the near future. I'm going with a honda rebel 250, but if I chose the CB650 instead and did this same exact build will I be able to flat foot the bike at a complete stop? I'm small built and only 5"3. Any insight is greatly appreciated.

[@MOTOPILOT6]

I would think so. The bike sits very low

[@DUDEfreestyle]

@@MOTOPILOT6 thank you

[@traitorsamongus2417]

I’ll find better examples after I make Tois dinner. Lol

[@calvinl9814]

How much to build me one

[@gamenessfirstinc.2097]

Do you build for other people?

[@michaelwerner4539]

Can I build this'and sell it for a profit? If so how much?

[@MOTOPILOT6]

Your labor has value so the total sale price should be around $10k plus

[@michaelwerner4539]

@@MOTOPILOT6 how fast do you think I could sell it at that price? Is that what they go for now? Thanks for your reply

[@MOTOPILOT6]

@@michaelwerner4539 I’m not sure what a true value is. It’s a unique bike

[@JuggusNawt]

Imagine if it was mat black or gun metal

[@Hateyou512]

You look like John cardiel

[@theviking363]

I like it but its way to small for me. 6'6" 240lbs. I throw my goldwing around. Thinkin to make that a bobber, love the old Honda's,Kaws, British bikes oh let's leave Harleys.

[@dexter131]

I have an 83 old wing I bobbed - still one of my favorite bikes to just cruise up the coast on. The flat four with open pipes and the comfortable air ride.. DO IT!

[@thejerseyj9422]

People with a gift such as yours may not realize how amazing this all seems to most of us. I have the eye to appreciate the hell out of this gorgeous machine. I'm glad I have at least that !

[@NHEFF09]

i totally agree

[@twofour9515]

sometimes i doubt myself then i look at my hands in amazement

[@emudshit]

i found 1999 honda shadow 600 for 800 usd, removed the decal of the tank by sanding down and then repainting, I repainted the frame and removed all rust, put about 20 hours into restoring it, installed custom indicators and levers, total was 1000 usd so 800 usd for bike and 200 for parts and restore and its now the best bike ive owned, have a few panigales and this is now my daily, love it

[@keithtomczyk4730]

My cancer may be back after two and a half years N. E. D. . If it's back and advanced. I want to put together a bobber and just ride as long as I can before becoming debilitated or death bed ridden. What is the quickest I could put something together like the one in this video ? Cool bike. Peace

[@ariskassis]

You should consider honda shadows, Yamaha virago , Suzuki intruder these bikes are pretty cheap and they have a big bobber community . If time is an issue go with a bike that is popular on the internet so you can get ideas and have your questions answered by a simple Google search . I hope this helped

[@HooDRidEWhiteY]

@@ariskassis this is good advice. If you want something lighter a yamaha sr400 or suzuki savage make awesome little thumper bobbers

[@NHEFF09]

shit sorry to hear that.as my mother is going through cancer as i write this. bastard disease . please up load some pics if your able if you decide to do this build. thoughts n prayers to you.

[@thejerseyj9422]

Blue Collar Bobbers. Cheap and they have kits for Yamaha, Honda, Suzuki, Kawasaki. Check out their website. Incredible.

[@HooDRidEWhiteY]

@@thejerseyj9422 cant believe they dont have one for my Yamaha sr400 bummer!

[@johnalbright8093]

Yes ya can do it! I built my HD Rigid Evo. All new parts sourced online from various vendors and Ebay put her together in my bedroom (ok I was single then lol) had her inspected for the title/tag for $6312.00 Total and I built new no donor bike. I started with the motor cases and went from there. Ordered a new part every payday and insured I got the scoot I saw in my head. 89" Harley Evolution Big Twin 10:5:1 comp. motor with a decent cam running through a 6 spd tranny in a rigid frame. quick fast and maneuverable for city traffic. Do the work yourself with all the info available online and youtube aint nothing ya cant do with a little patience and practice. Hell I even learned how to weld during this build. Been riding this bike since '08 daily rider don't own a car don't want one

[@johnalbright8093]

@@SP2X1353 Good looking scoot Bro. That's what I'm talking about, back in the day we had to make our stuff work. Ya couldn't go online and get nothing. Ya made it or yer Bros made it.

[@HooDRidEWhiteY]

@@SP2X1353 badass pic man. Holy shit

[@playssmart2286]

You are a bad man lemme tell you

[@theejoeylee]

That's so bada$$. I love budget builds. This was in my recommend for some reason. I've never even ridden a motorcycle and I'm 40 & from the Midwest. I still love it man.

[@theejoeylee]

@Heywood Jablowme So needing an artificial ACL in my Left knee, preventing me from shifting....(I did ride ATVs..) Is GhAyyy?? Real intelligent.

[@darrenanderson3583]

$4000 to build ,4000 for the chiropractor once you ride it.

[@MOTOPILOT6]

It actually rides pretty smooth. The spring seat does the trick

[@pooky767]

@@MOTOPILOT6 ciao and so happy came across you video. My fiancé wants to get me one bobber as a wedding gift. Please reply so I can give you more details.

[@bmxriderforlife1234]

Can always get a hidden suspension softtail frame increases cost a bit but spring seat rear suspension and a good front suspension and it'll grip well and ride comfy as can be.

[@hootertexas9711]

Well who is this Tucker character? Sounds like a damn good friend!

[@etubens124]

I totally agree. You are in a class by yourself. Thank you for giving me the imagination to take some of your ideas and come up with my own. Priceless

[@bmxriderforlife1234]

I'm thinking of building a kit or piecing a bike together. End goal a little nuts but work my way up. Kinda want something that will drive kinda like a harley with the lower rpms but still be able to get up and go into higher rpms but not quite sport bike territory. Thinking like 7200-7500 redline. Torque curve relatively flat from 2200rpm to 7000. 120 to 130 ft lbs of torque should give a final hp of like 150 to 170. Thinking a 6 speed transmission but also seen the 7 speed gear set for Harleys but not sure. Not sure if I'm gonna put induction on it or not. Might need it for engine characteristics. Fuel injection most likely. Kinda prefer the look of chains to belts. But reliability so yeah not sure yet. Wider rear tire but not a full on 330. Want a slightly thicker tire as well so it can handle off road and tune grouns clearance. Probably 18 inch rims. Idea is a bobber style bike keep it relatively narrow and easy to get around tight spots. Not raked out. Low profile frame and a neutral seating position. Ape hanger bars. Low front end on the frame so it keeps the bars able to be tall without going over shoulder height. Won't necessarily be a true bobber as it's not gonna be as stripped down but have the look. Smaller fenders. Rear attached to the swing arm for the tight fender look hard tails have. Springer seat. Kick starter but also a button starter. Still figuring out the gauges but minimalistic. Keep it relatively low but decent ground clearance. Up right position with a shallow rake should help with steering and responsiveness. Trying to decide between an aluminum frame or a street one. Trying to keep it light weight as possible. Still want it heavy enough not to wheelie. Also thinking a larger tank capacity. Not sure it'll meet my needs but kinda want that 94 cubic inch knuckle head style engine s&s does. Might go with something different though and see about finding a random sports bike v twin I can play with in the bike first to keep insurance down. Won't be the most aero bike hence some extra hp and torque to overcome drag. But mostly to drive around normally. Kinda wanna play with the gearing. Have it keep a similar top speed to some lesser sports bikes but pull way harder at the beginning but not run out in higher rpms. Won't be a super bike or even some race tuned 750s but should be good enough. Probably gonna find some lace and go lace paint job since it's easy. Gonna see if I can figure out a good set up so I can have traction control wheelie control and anti braking but on an easy switch control that's low key.

[@woongtv-naturehealing273]

What a beautiful bike. Subscribe. Thank you. From South Korean KZbinr Woongkham.💜💜💜👍👍👍

[@hernanhospitaleche1556]

Muy buenos consejos. Mi proyecto es una Kawasaki Vulcan 750 del 94. Y si, la estoy llevando al estilo bobber. Manillar lo compré barato. El asciento es artesanal, de cuero genuino. No me salió muy caro. Pinté las llantas y botellas de suspensión con pintura epoxi, y tapas de motor en negro. Le puse gráficas y esta casi lista. Faltan detalles... Saludos desde Mar del Plata, Argentina!!

[@elguy3927]

That’s a pretty nice bike, depending on when you got that voodoo vintage hardtail I can tell you who built that either myself Michael or David Roy. you definitely did a hell of a job with that bike

[@alleyoop4465]

I like your scoot but I can't take anybody seriously who don't know how to pronounce Paughco.

[@theseconddarrin3788]

I can’t take anyone who DOESN’T know basic grammar seriously.

[@alleyoop4465]

@@theseconddarrin3788 actually, you being an English teacher first and a biker 12th makes a lot of sense to me.

[@SUPPORTYOURSELF]

Sweet bike!! It's pronounced "paw - co" and they fucking rule!

[@ferreiramotos4416]

Nós dó canal ferreira motos estamos acompanhando tudo. 🇧🇷🇧🇷🇧🇷🇧🇷👍👍👍👍

[@datamek]

4k in Europe- Ducati Monster with watercooled engine and low mileage....Mint condition.... With Brembo instad of "ebay parts"...

[@oliverstorey5347]

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[@joeanon5788]

In 2024 I bought a Kawasaki 1600 cc Vulcan Nomad bagger with 30K miles, 2 owner garaged, for $3250. Looks great, sounds great, runs great. Love it, came with Vance and Hines Pipes and Mustang seat.

[@2thehook773]

$4000.00 BUCKS! WHAT THE HELL ARE YOU SMOKING? You can build a bobber soooooo much cheaper. It's not supposed to be a show bike. JEEZ

[@choppertattstorystyle9678]

How do you sell eBay? Or whichever way I like it a lot, it's cool and super beautiful Riding in Thailand is probably cool. Looks like a v twin engine. It should be another cool way.🔥💛🖖🏼🇹🇭

[@Rocketman0407]

I really want to build something like this maybe with a cb750, xs650 or perhaps a c40. Just a little worried about hardtailing these bikes. How are they to drive on asphalt with a good seat and mild stretch?

[@danletter9357]

Two points... #1 You can’t build a bike for 4 grand. Not really. #2 I can’t even turn loose of 4 grand if it was actually possible. With that said, I have the ability to build a bike from scratch, frame and all. I majored in metal work / welding in high school and college. I later moved into engineering after four years of doing metal fab and machine work. I am as qualified as a human can be. The cheapest a bike can be built is 8 grand. Not including engine and transmission. To insinuate a bike can be built (as in anyone can do this) for that money is crazy. The tools to do the fabrication are in fact, a very real cost. Not even counting large tools/ equipment, that could be borrowed for short term use.

[@TheIrishAmish]

The crap hose clamps,,,,,No battery cover? The green wire showing on the brake switch. Absolutely gorgeous bike, but some of the details just throw it off.

[@mickyflakes]

Nice build...looks great, just needs spoked wheels...those 5 point alloys don't look right on a bobber...just my opinion...🤘

[@franknguyen22]

love watching all ur builds..with ur amazing skill and know how’s awesome. I wondered how would you go about building a honda valkarie bobber…I think it would be epic

[@jesselee665]

I couldn't bring myself to strip that Honda,that thing was sweet. The bike is awesome though,very nice work,wish I had a shop.

[@pauljohnson5116]

It's sad how a lot of people probably quit watching when you mentioned metal Fab. I used to be scared of it too then I just did it. You can't afford the tools you can rent. Watch videos and learn from your mistakes.

[@richardalvis4695]

Love the bike. A little small. Not a Vtwin. Not knocking it. Love that bike. Its one I would buy for my number one girl.

[@aarongleim243]

My first street bike , 1982 CB650 Honda....same engine on this bike

[@heithwatkins]

Great job brother. Just found your channel. Liked and subscribed. Thanks and God bless you.

[@TheRazorgermany]

You're a genius man, absolutely great... I love the bike

[@ianistar4477]

hi moto pilot im frome piliphines im so inlove this build iwant to make dis kind of build but i have to say i have no tank like that can u helf me to hav a tank like that thankyou ^^

[@Brianio55]

Nice build men, Just doing my own build Yamaha xj650 1982

[@rarebreed6703]

I love it. I was wondering if I wanted that exact bike could u build it for me and how much would u charge?

[@justinruiz8589]

Thinking about bobbing my 78 xs400. Just don't know where to start

[@adrianrd2336]

What bike is it?

[@hendersonhandmadeironwoodc8881]

I'm all about the Harleys but love bobbers and this is one badass bobber Harley or not,i would ride the hell outta this gorgeous beast,what is the red color powdercoat?

[@daniellegallgher813]

I built one with a king spoke springer front end for about 3000. Sportster 883.

[@PANAM329]

This guy shown to the world that a distance between buying and building is very FAR.

[@matthewsleva6813]

This is exactly what I'm looking to do a real bobber! Most of us are looking for the OC over inflated price point. Great job again.👍🏼🌞👍🏼

[@SgtBrewdawg]

Absolutely beautiful build! Thanks for sharing, insight and inspiration. This looks like a $20k + machine! 👍👍👍👍

[@rickmurphy123]

i would love it if someone would build me a motorcycle frame i can pay it out back tire first then you got your motor then you have your seat in front of the motor then you be sitting 9 or 10 inches off the ground

[@midnightstoner4704]

Sick.. you have great skills my friend.... now how do I get that bike lol j/k this is motivating me to build my first bike

[@davidmann4533]

Another kidney destroyer bike $4000 kidney transplant $500,000 lol

[@kanewhite5215]

Can you build my bike for me I just got my first bike and I dream to own one u built and at the moment my family cant afford to build it