Build The Revell Harley Davidson L.A. street chopper

Revell 1/8 Harley Davidson L.A. street chopper
About the kit
This kit was originally released in 1981 but will be re-released in 2022.
I bought it as a personal import after being told by an overseas follower.
This kit is an exquisite kit that skillfully mixes deformed parts and scale model parts.
I think this is a result of design power.
The knucklehead plastic model is precious, so I would like to take my time to complete it.
*Engine, carburetor
The engine in the kit is a simplified knucklehead, so I collected photos of the actual knucklehead engine and added details as much as possible.
I lost my circuit breaker and probably threw it away (I don't know if the parts in the kit are runners or parts) so I made a magneto out of plastic squares.
I didn't know the details of a carburetor like this twin carburetor, so I added details by referring to a picture of a similar carburetor.
*Fuel tank
changed to streamlined.
I think it should have been made smaller.
*Springer
It's long. When assembled with this long springer, it will probably bend or fold naturally.
Since the spring is not a another parts, I made the spring with 1mm nickel silver wire.
The length of the fork is too longer, so I shortened it by about 5mm and shortened the length of the fork by 55mm.
In terms of scale, it has been shortened by 44 cm.
The bearing was also cut compactly.
*Wheel
I used a jig to replace the spokes with 0.5mm nickel wire and 0.6mm inner diameter brass pipe.
I don't think it's possible to replace the spokes more easily.
*Muffler
With a muffler that protrudes like a chimney, the engine is likely to be submerged when parked on the street in rainy weather.
In Japan, both the length and height are not covered by vehicle inspection, so I shortened this part at least.
*Impressions after completion
The number of parts is less than 100, but if you use familiar materials, you can get a certain degree of perfection.
I think the reason is that this kit is good.
I bought two of this kit, so next time I would like to make the bobber style Harley using this engine.
Thank you all of you!!

[@SierraThunder]

You won't find a photo of a "Dual Linkert" carburetor on the internet as it wasn't either a factory-made or a commonly-made custom item. The bike that Revell used as a template was a bike show winner in 1969 & no longer exists. It was destroyed in a bike shop fire in 1977.

[@scalemodeler]

Thank you for sharing the details of this model! I Pin this comment for people who visit here to read it. Thank you for your kind explanation!

[@crisslastname9417]

You built a Captain America bike! 👍👍👍

[@scalemodeler]

Yes, America's iconic motorcycles are Captain America and Easy Rider!

[@toecutter8002]

Those bikes look hyper realistic.

[@scalemodeler]

Thank you so much ❣️❣️

[@robertbdees9913]

Please keep going, this is crazy detail work

[@scalemodeler]

thank you. I will keep making better works!

[@oragedacier5939]

Beautiful details and patina, we can smell gasoline and oil just by seeing it!

[@scalemodeler]

thank you! I am very happy for your comment!

[@leroymitch3153]

you sure put a lot of detail in your models

[@scalemodeler]

I love Harley so, I add many detail to Harley. Thank you❣️

[@PLIG_]

hey, hello a lot of details on this very successful model congratulations

[@scalemodeler]

thank you! I will work hard to improve my skills and create works that will please you!

[@TheDracfink]

amazing build. your attention to detail is amazing

[@scalemodeler]

thank you. I will continue to make works with more attention!

[@GiorgioBeltrammi]

Colossal Beautiful Job. Bravissimo!

[@scalemodeler]

Grazie! Bello sentire il tuo commento dall'Italia!

[@hortonshotrodshop2003]

That is cool. Nice work.

[@scalemodeler]

Thank you very much. I will make better models in the future!

[@usp_san]

素晴らしい出来栄えのナックルですね。 フォークを切り詰めてリアルチョッパーですね👍

[@scalemodeler]

こんばんは！ ハーレーでナックルが一番好きなので凝りました。 コメントありがとうございます！

[@lukasgarage956]

Damn nice build......you should use your talent and build a real motorcycle .....chopper / caferacer/ bobber

[@scalemodeler]

thank you so much! I made it many times in my dream, but it didn't move.😆

[@vadimmezencev2329]

You are great master! Very good job!

[@scalemodeler]

Thank you so much!!

[@petesmodelcarcustoms584]

Superb 👍😎.Great graffiti on oil tank🤣👍😎. Best wishes from jolly old England. 👍😎Pete 🤓

[@scalemodeler]

It's My favorite movie, Pulp Fiction's words. Thank you for your comment. From Japan Isamu.

[@terryburton2238]

Wow, I have built many 1:1 Harley's over the last 50 + years. This look's real!! Well done

[@scalemodeler]

thank you! Comments from people who ride Harleys are very nice!

[@kleven3320]

This is so great what a build. Love you`r motorbikes. they are so fantastic and the wheatering oh my. Take care see you on you`r next build. From Norway

[@scalemodeler]

Thank you so much! Reading your comment gave me motivation to build the next motorcycle.

[@brettglasow]

All the details you added to the bike that you made and the painting.Awesome work!

[@scalemodeler]

thank you! I will do my best to make better works. Sorry for the late reply!

[@danielayers3054]

This is my first first video of yours and my friend, I am truly impressed. Your work is just second to none as far as I’m concerned. That bike is beautiful...very well done.

[@scalemodeler]

Thank you for your wonderful comment! Your comment has increased my desire to create models! thank you very much!

[@zachegelhoff4783]

As a bike builder and daily rider I can see how much detail you put into this one. It’s as if you’re building a real bike with the details!. It’s amazing and looks so good. When I’m not wrenching on my old bike I’ll be spending time working on this kit thanks to you! Ordered it as soon as I watched this. Thanks!

[@scalemodeler]

Thank you for watching the video and for your kind comments. Your comment makes me so honored and happy! I say thank you from the bottom of my heart. Sorry for the late reply!

[@antoniodellaragione6091]

Semplicemente STUPENDA complimenti come sempre i tuoi modelli sono sempre STUPEFACENTI 👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍

[@scalemodeler]

Grazie! Continueremo a creare opere che vi soddisferanno.

[@Shaunmclean12]

I just brought this kit. Haven't started it yet. Your builds are amazing love the detail you put in every bike kit. Shsun

[@scalemodeler]

it's great! I would be happy if I could help you with your model making even a little! Thank you for your comment!

[@johnkelly6942]

You watch the intro and think “I’m going to find and build that kit”. THEN you see the hours and hours it to to make it look like that. I think I’ll find another hobby.

[@scalemodeler]

Thank you for your comment! If you have any questions while building this kit, feel free to contact me! Thank you！

[@RobertMcCall1313]

Superbe ! Fantastique ! C'est de l'art !!!

[@scalemodeler]

merci. Je suis très content de votre commentaire !

[@1234554321ep67890]

Model building at a whole new level! This is master class work, excellent job!

[@scalemodeler]

Thank you so much!! I'm honored!

[@punkworkschannel]

As all ways your work is exceptional! It's the character that you add with the paint and finish that make your models so unique!

[@scalemodeler]

Thank you for your comment. Painting is always trial and error. From now on, I will continue to make works that will be useful to you.

[@coreyseals4269]

That was simply amazing! Your build videos are so inspirational! I admire your passion for building bikes! I love the decals you used. Did you make those or buy them? I would really like a set! What an awesome build! 🤘🤘🤘

[@scalemodeler]

I always appreciate your comments. I made a decal. Made with a laser printer. American stickers are so artistic that they inspire me. I would like to continue making American decals.

[@日本太郎-e5t]

エンジン音が聞こえます。凄いです！

[@scalemodeler]

ありがとうございます！ ナイスなお名前ですね！

[@RubenJomaoas]

Nice look like old movie easy rider ❤ Harley Davidson 🤘🏽

[@scalemodeler]

Thank you❣️❣️

[@СергейЕмельяненков-б3ц]

Ролик просмотрел ! Петер Фонда был бы доволен таким байком . Вот только внутри бака были доллары . Шпаклёвка лишняя . Хорошего дня !

[@scalemodeler]

Спасибо за ваш комментарий. Я буду использовать ваши комментарии в качестве топлива для производства будущих моделей!

[@lucaabys90]

Che capolavori...😮😮😮😮

[@scalemodeler]

Grazie! !😃

[@leroymitch3153]

again a very nice bike. i wish i could build them like you

[@scalemodeler]

thank you. I'm glad I was able to make your favorite Harley-Davidson. I will continue to make Harleys.

[@leroymitch3153]

@@scalemodeler thanks

[@kevinlivers5216]

You are a master. Sir I am truly Impressed.Flawless every detail....Thank You. I enjoyed very much and learned some things to try on my next build....please keep building an making videos

[@scalemodeler]

Thank you for your comment. I'm currently making a Harley flat head. When it's completed, I'll post it on KZbin, so please take a look if you have time.

[@davidpowell6098]

Outstanding work, sir. An absolutely fantastic build, your bike looks almost real. Thank you for sharing your skills.

[@scalemodeler]

thank you! I would like to continue to make wonderful Harley-Davidsons!

[@chrisbinnett5923]

Such a talent, your metallic finishes are the best I've seen. Great work!

[@scalemodeler]

thank you! I am honored to hear you say that.

[@raychmielowski3038]

Excellent job! You have a real talent!

[@scalemodeler]

Thank you so so much for your comment !!!!

[@humblegeorge]

That is art now ! Musium quallity.

[@scalemodeler]

Thank you so much!!

[@iancameron198]

Beautiful piece of art work.amazing.would love to own it.from michigan

[@scalemodeler]

Thank you for your comment. I want to go to Michigan, which is a wonderful country, once. From Tokyo.

[@moparrsgarage]

Wonderful to see you back with another fantastic build. I love your bike builds, but I have been watching your others while I waited. So much enjoyment watching you weather your models, because you use so little, but it comes out so realistic. I especially like the effects on aluminum, and look forward to using your methods on some of my models.

[@scalemodeler]

Thank you for your comment. The weathering of the motorcycle model is a lot of trial and error. There is weathering that doesn't suit even some motorcycle models. I would like to try better and more realistic weathering.

[@moparrsgarage]

@@scalemodeler Thank you for he kind reply. I see no faults in the weathering, then again, I see faults in my work that no one else does 🙂 Does wave still produce the nuts and bolts ? I used to have a lot of those, but they have been depleted over the years and I can not seem to find them anywhere.

[@scalemodeler]

@@moparrsgarage Yes, the number of stocks in Japan is small. WAVE will be reproduced them someday. In this model, the missing bolt was made by cutting a plastic bar to make a minus bolt. It takes time and effort. I would appreciate it if you could help me with anything. thank you.

[@davidpowell6098]

@@moparrsgarage Try Meng models, their nut and bolt sets are excellent for motorcycle models in this scale, I used them for my build of Italeri's BMW R75 with sidecar. The large sets are perfect.

[@moparrsgarage]

@@davidpowell6098 Thanks for the input, I will definitely take a look at them.

[@leroymitch3153]

you sure have a lot of supplies to build these

[@scalemodeler]

Thank you❣️😊

[@barryessam4731]

Sir,that was a wonderful build, the aging of the whole bike was brilliant. Another great build.👏👏👏👏👏👏

[@scalemodeler]

Thank you for your comment! I would like to make more wonderful works from now on!

[@midnightmc3096]

It is truly a Zen-like experience watching a master at work, performing every task to absolute perfection in the most meticulous and caring manner. Also, the editing and very good English translation is an added bonus ~ Bravo!!! From southern California ~ Ride Forever!

[@scalemodeler]

Thank you for your comment! Harley-Davidsons look great where you live. I also want to ride a Harley in your country while feeling the pleasant breeze.

[@midnightmc3096]

@@scalemodeler I live on the California south coast only a 25 minute ride from the Born Free venue - it’s happening here next weekend, as I am sure you are aware of! 🦅 🇺🇸

[@leroymitch3153]

finally. it look very good as usual

[@scalemodeler]

thank you! Thank you for always watching my videos!

[@palloblas]

Me encantan sus trabajos, gracias por los videos.

[@scalemodeler]

¡Gracias por ver el vídeo!

[@rayrayadkins6178]

Very good job I really like it. I enjoyed watching you put that thing together and making it look realistic

[@scalemodeler]

Thank you for your comment. I will do my best to make more wonderful works from now on!

[@robmontagano8117]

Absolutely amazing .

[@scalemodeler]

Thank you so much😊❣️

[@ナシなし]

これだ！ スポーク張り替えるモデラーは いるけど治具をつかって リムの会わせ目消しまで やるのはこの人だけ！ バイクキットはその問題が ずっと気になってた

[@scalemodeler]

リムを黒にすると目立たないのですが、シルバーにすると目立つので治具でやりました。 それと、一番はいろんなハブやディスク対応も可能なので。 慣れるまで大変ですが、慣れるとむしろ早くなりました。 ありがとうございます！

[@矢作幸雄]

イージーライダーのピーターホンダが乗っているハーレーですね💕︎ カッコいいです🥰🇺🇸

[@scalemodeler]

ありがとうございます。 チョッパーにデザインを昇華させたアメリカ人の自由な発想に驚きました！

[@chrismartin6544]

Super clean very nice work

[@scalemodeler]

thank you. We will continue to create better works.

[@blownmouse]

Absolutely amazing work

[@scalemodeler]

Thank you so much 😊😊

[@이제현-v8c]

I'm learning a lot from your videos. I want to get informatiin about your tools. I hope you upload a video introducing the tools you use. Especially, It would be appreciate if you let me know the brand and item number of your nipper and thin file. Thanks.

[@scalemodeler]

안녕하세요! I don't use any special high end tools. Only one, I started using an ultrasonic cutter this year. Nippers are also very cheap. I will introduce the tools I used from now on for each video. I have a lot to learn from the works of Korean modelers, so I always refer to them. And I'm making a model while listening to Kim SuYoung's song! 감사합니다!

[@mikehudson5868]

AMAZING WORK!

[@scalemodeler]

Thank you😊😊❣️

[@powell808]

Great build! I am inspired to lace my kit too! Love watching all your videos, you're a master builder.

[@scalemodeler]

Thank you for your comment! I will continue to make good videos.

[@trxwrftrk1219]

ハーレーをよく熟知されてるからの拘りの出来…凄っ！👍

[@scalemodeler]

あるがとうございます。 ハレーは父親が乗っていた（触っていた）ので身近でした。私はカブ派ですが😀

[@TumHarleyPattaya]

Good 😊😊👍👍

[@scalemodeler]

Thank you 😊😊😊👋👋👋

[@leroymitch3153]

now you have 2 nice harleys

[@scalemodeler]

The number of Harley-Davidson models will continue to increase.

[@leroymitch3153]

@@scalemodeler good

[@fredericdobbelaere7725]

Sublime réalisation mon ami , et toujours du soin et beaucoup de méthode 😊 comme d'habitude !

[@scalemodeler]

À mon meilleur ami Je vous exprimerai toujours ma gratitude. merci!

[@fredericdobbelaere7725]

@@scalemodeler merci🙂🙏 si un jour je peux aller au japon , je prendrais avec moi plein de matériel pour maquettiste dans vos magasins spécialisés ! En France nous n'avons pas vraiment de choix pour l'outillage et certaines marques de peinture ne sont pas éditées sur notre territoire . Le Japon c'est le paradis des" modellers "!😂 et vous êtes les champions en la matière 🇯🇵🇯🇵👍👍

[@laurentbouveyron5362]

elle et superbe bravo jolie travail 👍

[@scalemodeler]

Merci de toujours regarder mes vidéos et pour vos commentaires !

[@scuzzytwo7556]

If you can't build the big one build the small one. Pretty much the same.

[@scalemodeler]

I think so too! Thank you for your advice!

[@jimekstrom689]

Excellent detail work. Amazing build

[@scalemodeler]

Thank you so much !!!

[@toddchamberlin282]

That's absolutely amazing!!

[@scalemodeler]

Thank you so much!!!!

[@leroymitch3153]

i,m still waiting for them to be back in stock where i buy models

[@theblastofpast957]

So detailed ❤❤❤❤

[@scalemodeler]

Thank you 😊😊😊❣️

[@andreashauser4109]

Another masterpiece 🙇‍♂️ So many bolts 🔩 One question. What tool is this at 8:49 ?

[@scalemodeler]

Thank you for your comment. This tool is an ultrasonic cutter. A tool that vibrates at high speed to cut plastic and resin.

[@hernanyepes4726]

Tienes mucho talento

[@scalemodeler]

Grazie per il tuo commento. Continuerò a fare buoni lavori!

[@THROTTLEPOWER]

😍Very nice build!!!!!! 👍✌☮

[@scalemodeler]

Thank you so much😊😊❣️❣️❣️

[@THROTTLEPOWER]

@@scalemodeler 👍👍

[@goforitpainting]

Professional

[@scalemodeler]

Thank you so much ❣️

[@alanstebbins3384]

Nice job

[@scalemodeler]

Thank you😊

[@brianlewis6926]

The carburetors look like Linkert carburetor m51, m25, or a s&s super B

[@scalemodeler]

wow!!!!!! Thank you so so much!!!

[@kaihawai2964]

Super 👍 sehr schön gemacht.

[@scalemodeler]

Danke für deinen Kommentar! Ich bin sehr glücklich!

[@frankcoteron9161]

What Co. do you buy the scale Bolts from If you dont mind me asking, You'r work is the Finest I ever seen, you surpass everyone..

[@scalemodeler]

I bought it on Amazon Japan. However, processing is required so that it can be used. It is necessary to engrave "-" on the head of the plastic round bar. It's not sold very often in Japan, so I process a plastic round bar and use it. Thank you !!

[@josephthomas7477]

Damn that’s amazing? How much would you charge to recreate a bike?

[@scalemodeler]

Thank you for your comment. I think the price of the model is decided by the person who sees it.

[@leroymitch3153]

do you think aluminum tubing would work to shorten the front end

[@scalemodeler]

yes I think so.

[@leroymitch3153]

@@scalemodeler i will give it a try

[@LeoFaasen]

1:10 your work is amazing I'm starting on a similar kit and was wondering what you used to get the chrome off and how long it takes Thanks

[@scalemodeler]

I use household bleach. Plating can be removed in about 1-2 hours. After this, since the coating is applied, polish it with a file. thank you.

[@leroymitch3153]

the front end you you changed might be whats called a sugar bear front end. they are custom made by a man in california.

[@scalemodeler]

Thank you for your information 😊 Sugar bear front end!!! I remember it😊

[@Builtbyronny]

👍

[@scalemodeler]

Thank you!!🤗

[@takh2914]

チェーンは一つずつ繋いでディティールアップすると、もっと良かったと思います。

[@scalemodeler]

そうですね。 理想を求めるのも大事ですね。 ありがとうございます。

[@jonathangudino9764]

lovely

[@scalemodeler]

Thank you😊

[@MikeandJudyDitchen]

Great build. It looks like you're using a hot knife. Can you send me info on it?

[@scalemodeler]

Thank you for your question! The knife I use is an ultrasonic cutter. The cut will be cleaner than a hot knife.

[@ramanjeet1111]

tell me something by building such gr8 model kits of moor bikes , has it ever helped uin rectifying the mechanical problems faced in a real motor bike in real life by building such great motorbike kits

[@jens-3949]

Wow!

[@scalemodeler]

Thank you!!

[@frederickdominguez4829]

Very nice. What is 5he putty and where do you get it.

[@scalemodeler]

Thank you! I get it Japanese Amazon.

[@leroymitch3153]

i see that you are not limited to motorcycles

[@scalemodeler]

I made a model of a motorcycle recently. Until then, I was making cars, AFVs, and figures.

[@leroymitch3153]

@@scalemodeler so i saw. how many do you have?

[@0014pab]

凄いな〜いつも拝見してますが😊ちなみに制作期間はどのくらいですか？この作品は販売とか？自分は船制作してます😅

[@scalemodeler]

こんばんは！ 船は木製ですか？ 昔ですが、ビクトリー号の木製帆船を作れなかった苦い思い出あります😅 期間は時間にすると110時間くらいです。 販売はしていなくて、製作依頼はたまに受けています。 これと、あと、２つハーレー作るんですけど、今年の横浜ホットロッドに出展予定です。 コメントありがとうございます😊

[@sies2371]

cool, but it's not an original engine copy, too many mistakes. even tho. verry nice build.

[@leroymitch3153]

where do you put them all

[@scalemodeler]

My favorite finished product is displayed in the entrance, living room, and my room.

[@ericverpeten8503]

amazing 😍😍 👌👌👌👌

[@scalemodeler]

Always thank you my friend ❣️❣️

[@MacOne53]

Superb.

[@scalemodeler]

Thank you so much!!!

[@lab81harley]

Would you lace a set of wheels for someone?

[@scalemodeler]

Setting up the wheels takes a day, so it's expensive. very sorry.

[@NICCATSA]

Honda Shadow Aero 750, 2008 🙏🏼🏍

[@juanpelaez4702]

👍💯

[@scalemodeler]

Thank you😊😊😊

[@oldmanonabike233]

Can't find this kit in France 😥

[@scalemodeler]

Comme il n'est pas vendu au Japon, je l'ai acheté sur ebay. Je ne pense pas qu'il se vendra bien. Merci pour votre commentaire 😊

[@leroymitch3153]

do you think small diameter aluminum tubing would work for shorting the front end

[@leroymitch3153]

how much did you cut out of the front end

[@scalemodeler]

I cut 5.5 cm.

[@兵頭総一郎]

カッケ〜😊 でも99点 マフラーの焼け色がチタンカラーなら 俺は100点だった😅 まぁ俺の趣味何で気にしないで…

[@scalemodeler]

ありがとうございます。 99点はまだ伸びしろがあるって事なので、私的にはとても嬉しいです！ 次は99.5点貰えるよう頑張ります！

[@leroymitch3153]

and once again where i get my models this one is sold out

[@scalemodeler]

It's ebay in the US. I think they still sell them.

[@leroymitch3153]

are imai motorcycles any harder to put together. i found some

[@scalemodeler]

I'm glad you found Imai's Harley! I think you can do it if you take your time and make it slowly!

[@leroymitch3153]

@@scalemodeler ok ,thanks

[@scalemodeler]

you're welcome!

[@leroymitch3153]

it does not look like you ever built a 1/12 honda steed , or any that i can find

[@leroymitch3153]

did you start the new bike yet

[@scalemodeler]

I'm already making it. This time it's a garage diorama, so it's taking time. thank you!

[@leroymitch3153]

@@scalemodeler ok

[@leroymitch3153]

@@scalemodeler when will you show it

[@scalemodeler]

@@leroymitch3153 It will be completed this week. I am editing the video now. thank you!

[@leroymitch3153]

where can i buy imai kits

[@scalemodeler]

Imai is not currently making Harley models, I think he has no choice but to buy it at an auction.

[@leroymitch3153]

does imai still make models?

[@scalemodeler]

I have one more model of Imai, so I will make one someday.

[@leroymitch3153]

@@scalemodeler but can they still bought