Chappell Customs 1979 KZ650 bobber build

This was a 4 day bike build on a 1979 KZ650. Almost in real time :)
Grab some popcorn and enjoy... its another epic!
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[@CafeRacerGarage]

Amazing machine!! I love the color and the star on the tank, Thank you for sharing your skills with us.. Keep them coming Dan @ Cafe Racer Garage

[@MarkAnderson-ym6xx]

I come across this video at least once a year, and this is by far the cleanest KZ bobber I've seen ever. Such a good-looking bike.

[@natgoboom]

Love your work mate. Thanks for taking us through everything you did.

[@haakonrj8140]

This is the coolest bike I have ever seen! I’ve watched this video like 6 times now, and I would die to have that bike!! Such great work!

[@Ontheroad1100]

Great to see bikes being made. People don't appreciate what goes into it. Thanks for showing. Hope the new owner posted videos of it on the road

[@thefirstdutchguy]

Very nice Chris, I really love the way you build your own tools to make things easier.

[@rogershipman3578]

Well done. Having the right tools and doing it all in house makes it so much better.

[@turbogrin]

Another Great looking and running bobber ! Thanks for sharing by the way !

[@oldguy7144]

One of the coolest bobbers l've seen...l am 63 yrs. old, am a Harley guy but, would be proud to ride your build.

[@harryseldom6472]

Beautiful, simple yet aggressive, looks comfy as well...awesome job !!!

[@contractor6178]

Had a 1982 KZ750 bought new. Loved that bike.

[@RIPbiker13]

It is builds like this that I can't get enough of! It's more American than any Harley rolling off the line in 2019 because this encompasses the ingenuity and craftsmanship and spirit of the true motorcycle builder. Fantastic job, looks killer and sounds awesome! I appreciate you taking the time to film this process.

[@johnkinnane547]

G'day Chris this really bought back some great memories I built a K650 when I was in my twenties I'm now 61 it was a bit different than yours it had a big bore kit in it and other things that are to numerous to mention, it was great watching the build and I wish I had a photo of mine but thank you for filming it she turned out terrific, kind regards John Kinnane Tasmania Australia

[@dieconashi]

Very cool to watch the process of placement and building parts. Thanks for sharing!

[@budddove6480]

I love seeing guys building different bikes besides Harleys. I own several bikes including Harleys, its just nice to see different bikes being built. Great job

[@coherantbliss3483]

Very nice work you guys. Nice shop/tools too. It's nice to have a shop where one can do just about everything there. Hope you're all still at it.

[@maclim8349]

i really like how everything was done in house. great job!

[@rafaelrmenegasso]

Amazing work. Sick painting. Really like the fenders.

[@epexusJeffryDalisay]

It's one of the coolest and complex build I've seen. Great job

[@mbolos]

Perfect bike. Looking forward to the next one!

[@Skroeder91]

Finally you made more videos! I love your stuff! Fantastic!

[@chrisdixon6062]

There's so many talented bike builders out there it so great to see

[@d3one3]

Well made video. Nice balance of quality video, sound, techniques, voice over. Just everything in general. Educational and entertaining. Thanks for taking the time to make this! Oh and can't wait to put my Tuffside seat and matching grips on my cafe project!

[@robertvezina3669]

Got my bike build fix... Nice work Brother Always been a fan of clean and simple on these affordable bikes. Well done. Nice shop and Thank You for taking the time to vlog. All the Best to You and Yours.

[@nomad4901]

Very cool. Rode a chopped '58 Triumph for years but had a Kawi triple before that and many others as a kid. Yeah very cool bike. Awesome work.

[@DavidLopez-zm6bk]

What a f.... beatiful bike!!!!!! Amazing job Chris!

[@MarkAnderson-ym6xx]

Damn, the difference between the before and after of the carbs being synced. That was cool to see. I'll have to get myself one of those sync tools. Great vid, awesome bike!

[@zzzpip]

Great work, love these type of videos, honest and no bull. cheers

[@Nightingale1887]

You're a cool guy man and this video is relaxing to watch, you know watching as the project takes shape. Amazing result on the baking. Didn't know that it goes in stages like that and how the raw material looked when applied and what not. Learned a thing or two. Good stuff.

[@prentisspowell8148]

I am not much on choppers, but I dig this little bike!!!! Love the powdercoat on the tanks and fender, love the stitching on the seat cover, love the details like the bottle opener and leather grips....Just the thing for TT racing.....Tavern to Tavern!!!!

[@ChadwickRider]

Wow, the powder coating turned out beautiful after you applied the clear... entertaining video, thank you for sharing!

[@johnnyvonline1862]

This is badass. Please keep up the great work making content like this!

[@donovanlucibello379]

Nice fab work, and a great finished product. I like the simplicity of it all.

[@ChadwickRider]

Awesome work Chris. Those old Kawasaki's and Honda CB's will run forever when properly taken care of... yours turned out beautiful. I'm rebuilding a 77 CB750 Super Sport from the ground up, but I'm doing it out of my home garage, which presents some fun challenges. Thanks for sharing the video, hope you'll do more like this.

[@eddyraye5825]

SWEET RIDE... PLEASURE WATCHING YOU GUYS WORK...

[@michaelparish1308]

I had one of those back in the day .. however , mine certainly didn't look like that ... awasome job ! Thanks for the video 👍

[@camgere]

Beautiful bike! I had a mid 80's KZ650. On a really good day I could redline it in the twisties for a few corners without killing myself (but completely terrifying myself). Nowadays I stay the hell away from redline. Getting rid of the twin front disk brakes, relying on the rear drum brake and fixed strut rear suspension is a real lifestyle commitment.

[@cummings37128]

You guys do extraordinary work! Impressive skills! Great video.

[@superdave2112]

My first bike was a 78. Great job!

[@mattandrews6697]

I had a 78 kz650sr and put 135k on it! Most dependable bike ever, I miss it and loved it!

[@supersteve3299]

best video I ever seen on how to make cool 650. Thanks guys

[@adrianbeacham]

love that colour. Never thought about powdercoating the tank and fenders before.

[@johnDukemaster]

So down to earth! Well done!

[@michaelledford4751]

That sled takes me back to the days when my KZ-1000 stroker ruled the track ,bikes were much more beautiful back in the 70s because engines weren't hidden behind panels and shocks were part of the styling .

[@timoffreethought580]

Very , VERY COOL .Great job guys !

[@eddiezorro1]

You Guys Rock! She's a Beauty, Great JOB...Just wish to have one like this in the near future.

[@jondavidmcnabb]

Love your work! That is a gorgeous bike.

[@MHLivestreams]

I like the compressed air trick, sliding the grips on. I use women's hairspray, but will now try your way. Thanks. Great rebuild, good looking bike.

[@edthemechanic]

Excellent Craftmanship, well done!

[@Alanoffer]

That powder coat is an amazing finish ; great job

[@tobbavibbe3474]

Wow, that’s a sick color. Looks awesome!!

[@yucoseko6362]

long time no see .. before this.. always follow your build.. great work chappel custom

[@ViceVersaMusik1]

Dude, Chappell, I hope to see a lot more videos from you man! There Fuckin Awesome and inspiring! This is something I’m really wanting to get into, my only problem is the funds and not having a Garage. I love the process and magic of powder coating! The things you coat always look crazy at first.... and then you bake them.. . And magic happens! Keep up the great work.

[@FGX318]

Great job ! Nice craftsmanship !!👍👍

[@kastimizillion]

Super impressed with your skill and your shop.

[@Devo491]

What a great bark! And a cool build.

[@mrenid7184]

That is everything right there that I love in a bike.

[@bluebeard6189]

That little pipe bender, with the impact gun genius

[@schravin]

love your closed eye welding lol solid build dude!

[@patriciabadeau5600]

Nice "old school" Colors! And powder coat, Indestructible! Very nice!

[@rustikarla3419]

Excellent....Loved the powder coating green-black....sounds great too....

[@triumphil7773]

I did something similar back in the day and after 20 min had put in earplugs! lol. And my trip took 2 hours with those earplugs and when I took them out I couldn't hear but half normal! Was like after a loud concert,lol. But sure sounds mean and bad ass!!! I loved it!!! I switched to tri chops lots quieter!!

[@Mr75044]

Built a lowrider z650 b1 Back in 1992. Had the bike for years Before chopping it. . Hard tail 6 inch extension Std rake single down tube. 4 drag pipes. Straight through...leader kit on carbs k&Ns Suzuki gs 1000 rear wheel. All black & chrome. FTW...LIVE TO RIDE. RIDE TO LIVE

[@Waveluth]

Amazing work guys. Thanks

[@bernardob1620]

Nice build guys, luve this kind of customizing.

[@fxrmike5145]

Love it. My first bike, back in the 90s was a 78 kz650. Didn't look that good. Right now I'm building a 74 cb750 in Amen Savior.

[@victorylanel3150]

Love the alchemy, that colour is dope.

[@rietveld840]

Great job. Cheers from Barcelona!

[@justanothernoobe]

beautiful work. Love that colour scheme - and the white emblem really pops. Sounds great too :) Toyyyyyyzzzzzzzz

[@carlstone5735]

I like the color of the powder coat. Interesting. I also like Black mixed with a Deep Burgundy. The seat also turned out awesome man.

[@danmcelroy6584]

Nice looking bike! That powder coat came out sweet!👍👍

[@garystratton4125]

Just watched again .. Great job!

[@franzbranntwein749]

Great job, looks really nice! I like this!

[@dr.sawdust4278]

Just perfect!! I love to have one!

[@marcelomozo557]

BEAUTIFUL !!! MABUHAY !!!! jun mozo, davao city - philippines . . thank you chris chappell . . .

[@rowdyrodb]

Beautifully done.

[@ksingleton101]

Really wish I could get my bike running before next season. Missed riding this season a lot!

[@bigfatpear]

what a bloody nice job.well done fella's.

[@thomasgibbons353]

Great ideas. beautiful paint. Very nice balance.

[@randyrubio1347]

Cool bike. Great Soundtrack!!

[@ChuckHaney]

Beautiful! Sounds great too!

[@Ask-me2]

I really like that paint!! Nice pick. Actually I like the whole thing, nice clean lines

[@davesmith6173]

Awesome bobber build !

[@JoeBobsGarage]

Love the bike, I just started my first bike build!

[@steveanacorteswa3979]

I have the same bike but 1980 KZ did they drop the kick start in 1 year, well she is coming along and I did a lot of aluminum polishing on this baby

[@cambrown2784]

Sick. I have a KZ400 I'd love to do something like this to.

[@mikemason07]

Loved this!

[@weeverob]

beautiful bike, great work!

[@BiggsiesGarage]

My first motorcycle was a 1979 KZ650 it has been many many years I have not idea where it went but I loved that bike.

[@monkeyzeetube]

beautiful work guys

[@sportglidejim9001]

My 3rd bike was a New 77 Kz650 steel blue, loved that bike! It ran like a beast! Nice job..New sub. Ride hard or stay home😎

[@hifive7366]

Beautiful work.

[@neophobiagarage1845]

this bike is great, also the little details like the bottle opener ......after a nice ride looking at the sunset, havin a beer.........

[@falconeddie1393]

Awesome build man!

[@sagecouncil]

Nice work... Love it!

[@Karolilalu]

Nice work man.......love the different look.

[@docriley7837]

Talent right there!

[@snoopu2601]

Came out really nice I like that style of bike's

[@abiprates5943]

Great job. Beautiful color

[@trdadam2325]

Really nice build, good job!