This is my favorite motorcycle channel. No crazy nonstop music, no sound effects, no drama, just great content.
@BillyLaneChoppers6 ай бұрын
Thank you. I'll keep it this way.
@fred379-y8l6 ай бұрын
Your one of the Best bro Ride safe
@fred379-y8l6 ай бұрын
@@BillyLaneChoppers how can I get a righteous Choppers INC Beannie love to ride to Larry’s old shop for the block party he is proud of your work
@tillman406 ай бұрын
And no running text
@BillyLaneChoppers6 ай бұрын
@@fred379-y8l Thank you for wanting to show support. Everything we have is at billylane.net
@GilstrapGarage6 ай бұрын
It’s so rad watching these videos without the discovery channel production drama. Your style and love for these bikes over all these years have really shaped an entire generation 👊🏻✊🏻
@BillyLaneChoppers6 ай бұрын
I'm happier here than I ever was with Discovery. Thank you for joining me.
@johnhall38606 ай бұрын
Billy those bronze Indian Larry footboards couldn’t have ended up with a more deserving person. Man the Fat Boy is going to give your Bad Boy a run for its money. Hey brother if you find any more of those Chopper’s Ink timing covers or anything else Choppers Ink that I could use in my Shovel give me a shout with a price. You take care brother and stay safe.
@thebentley713 ай бұрын
This is without a doubt the best H-D motorcycle channel.
@BillyLaneChoppers3 ай бұрын
@@thebentley71 thank you
@kenkenyon4446 ай бұрын
Billy that's why I love your style you continue the old school style of motorcycles and everyone loves that you keep the memories of Larry and the old school men of chopperdom!
@fred379-y8l6 ай бұрын
RIP Larry Choppers 4 Life
@mattrenegar4766 ай бұрын
RIP Larry
@fred379-y8l6 ай бұрын
Miss you Brother the block party at your old Shop was RIGHTEOUS☠️☠️☠️☠️☠️
@paulwhitehead48566 ай бұрын
Billy, like you, I'm all about the details. Swap meets and old bike parts shops are great for finding old, forgotten parts that still have life left in them. That's what makes my bike "mine"! The time it takes for you to make these videos is much appreciated!
@BillyLaneChoppers6 ай бұрын
Even though this is only mildly customized, it is personalized to my taste. Doesn't take much.
@tobinlakeguideservices6 ай бұрын
Watching this series takes me back to those days. It’s the little things that give a bike its personality in my opinion
@BillyLaneChoppers6 ай бұрын
Agreed. When Im doing this, it reminds me of the 1990's- a different time
@ransomsgarage83116 ай бұрын
Loving these Softail builds. I watched while in the workshop and kept looking over at my Fatboy thinking about all the changes it’s been through since’03. Cheers my friend!
@mayoub61656 ай бұрын
Billy lane is a legend, forever enjoy watching him share knowledge
@BillyLaneChoppers6 ай бұрын
NICE to read. Thank you
@fearsomename45176 ай бұрын
Billy, you're a true craftsman. Love the stance of the bike. I can always see your style.
@ozziejim84726 ай бұрын
That exhaust is the jewel in the crown! Lookin good.
@BillyLaneChoppers6 ай бұрын
Pie-cut stainless exhaust video hits Friday
@ozziejim84724 ай бұрын
@@BillyLaneChoppers Oh beauty, thanks for the feedback, looking forward to it.
@markgabrielson37755 ай бұрын
cant wait for part 3
@jasonstormoen6 ай бұрын
That is bad azz... I am a street strip car drag racer, and I build the cars, CM cage, stainless steel tig welded piping, and I'm a Harley and chopper guy. The amount of knowledge you share with people on here is 2nd to none. I use the knowledge on my bikes, and I'm glad to have it. It would be really cool to come to your shop and watch and learn a few things.
@BillyLaneChoppers6 ай бұрын
I made chromoly frames for a minute. The vibration of these engines kills the small tubing. And people weld to it, thinking it is mild steel- which becomes disastrous.
@joker14n6 ай бұрын
Exhaust came out beautiful..
@chrisberg20835 ай бұрын
No horrible Music, the perfect amount of commentary. Billy, I appreciate You and your skill set! EVOS, are the last of real Harley's!
@jcrowe30656 ай бұрын
Currently in the midst of a road king rebuild. I have been watching so many videos to find my inspiration. The pipes on this phat boy are in point. Love the floorboards. That was a priceless addition to make this build pop. Great work 👍🏻
@jimmyfrombrooklyn85506 ай бұрын
I have an 06 twin cam - worlds slowest Fat Boy. Love the lowered look, new seat, bars and exhaust! Very inspiring! Used to live right down the street from IL shop when it was on Union Av and Ainslie St. Bobby and Leeza are wonderful people, my daughter is Aiden’s age. I always think about them and keep them in my prayers
@BillyLaneChoppers6 ай бұрын
I had to have these boards. My kids are Aidan's age, hard for me to grasp having to deal with that
@jimmyfrombrooklyn85506 ай бұрын
@@BillyLaneChoppers good for you bro, your Fatboy is beautiful and the floor boards are a great tribute piece. I used to do the Aiden has a posse runs when I could too. Ride safe
@Strrazor5 ай бұрын
Idian larry was my fav builder...his choppers looked old school light and fast with alot of flavor...thx for keeping my favorite alive in memory says alot about who u are as a man...wish u the best
@user-xg7fj2bb8t6 ай бұрын
Best build thus far Billy, your taste, vision and styling is second to none.......
@NickManCuso596 ай бұрын
Hey Billy. This build is coming along nicely. With all the improvements too detail this bike is as unique as you are. After all the work you've put into it I sincerely hope you keep it and enjoy this ride for years to come !
@chrisharkins87086 ай бұрын
I've gotta 98 Fatboy Black with gold pinstrips and thought it looked great. But you really changed this one 100% for the better. Love all the little touches like the Indian Larry's, and your Choppers Inc add ons.
@Bata.andrei6 ай бұрын
I have always loved the Fatboy look ever since I first watched Terminator 2. It is one of my favorite Harleys besides the 48 Sportster.
@BillyLaneChoppers6 ай бұрын
I wanted one so bad when I saw T2.
@skylineheightworks3835 ай бұрын
Me to, now I ride the Fatboy 2000 and Sportglide 2023. I loved the 48 when I had one but the Fatboy replaced it.
@mpista71826 ай бұрын
The Indian Larry footboard wings reflect off the chrome just above the shifter peg 13:33 beautiful stuff ! Thanks Billy !
@BillyLaneChoppers6 ай бұрын
Didn't notice that until you mentioned it, but that is very cool
@twinturbosrt60885 ай бұрын
Absolutely love all the old school parts put on this bike especially the Indian Larry parts 20 years seems like it was not that long ago rest easy Larry one of a kind.
@BillyLaneChoppers5 ай бұрын
Those bronze foot boards are so beautiful
@twinturbosrt60885 ай бұрын
@@BillyLaneChoppers yes sir they look so good on that bike. I wish I could get the timing cover for my 07 wide glide well done as always
@RandyLahey876 ай бұрын
Indian Larry boards! Awesome. Great build Billy!
@jesslittle71106 ай бұрын
That inspection cover is BADASS !
@KyleGrimes-qs8sp6 ай бұрын
I love your stuff Billy . You been an inspiration to me since I was a punk kid watching you on tv. Twenty years plus later Im still watching and loving the ideas I get from you to use on mine !
@brianrushing62466 ай бұрын
That 12ga. inspection cover is dope. Keep up the excellent content
@dcxplant6 ай бұрын
It's really great you include homages to your homies. Great build.
@pjay49726 ай бұрын
Super cool stuff. love the videos. keeping old Harleys alive one bike at a time.
@ralewine036 ай бұрын
Thanks for taking the time to do these videos. I know they take more time than people realize. I have learned so much from them. It's amazing how small changes make such a difference.
@BillyLaneChoppers6 ай бұрын
You are very welcome. Very rewarding to make something helpful.
@shawng79026 ай бұрын
120k subscribers, are you kidding me!!!! We all just went to softail school. This channel is worth a fortune in just time saving stuff I've already seen.
@Charger19086 ай бұрын
Really like all your additions to the Fatboy. Everything just fits so well into the theme. I really like watching you, I’m an old fart but I seem to learn something new from you every day.
@parkercarter39176 ай бұрын
Great to see you back doing what you love. That pipe is bad ass.
@MjL2933 ай бұрын
Very nice ride!!I put S&S heads on my 1998 Fatboy. Cobra 2into 1’s Lectron carb. It came with different cams than stock when I bought her over 10 years ago.
@lostinwayfare86524 ай бұрын
Just came across your channel today and its got me excited for building the little 98 1200 sporty i picked up to get back on two wheels. Love the content!
@tonyzeni91865 ай бұрын
Footboard are sic.. coolest part of bike! L9ng live the memory of Indian Larry
@falconscott49426 ай бұрын
Looking great Billy!
@2zwudz6 ай бұрын
You are doing Gods work in sharing your talent with us. You have the perfect approach/presentation. Easy to watch and listen to you explain things!!
@BillyLaneChoppers6 ай бұрын
Thank you. Thank God for the iPhone
@GEORGESMENZIES6 ай бұрын
As always, good job.., some badass vintage parts!
@danalandin22556 ай бұрын
Billy always adds the best bling flavor! Thanks for all the Tuby and IG posts Billy! 🙏🏻
@BillyLaneChoppers6 ай бұрын
Thanks for being here
@subsonicwarthog6 ай бұрын
Billy, I love watching your videos. I think I've watched everything you ever put online. I'm working on a 2001 Deuce. You are a wealth of knowledge and don't get caught up in cleaning every part to a shiny luster. Do it right and ride the Hell out of it. 🎉
@BillyLaneChoppers6 ай бұрын
Wow, thanks!
@Rick-O-Shay606 ай бұрын
The details really give a bike character. It doesn't have to be high dollar, and usually subtle at first glance. Those are some very nice pieces you've added to the bike Billy. Cool factor just went way up!
@BillyLaneChoppers6 ай бұрын
I have very little money invested in this. Doesn't take much
@salvatoregiovanni89676 ай бұрын
Great work! Love the fact you always advocate for American made products and American companies. We should ALL be doing this!
@BillyLaneChoppers6 ай бұрын
As much as possible. It really matters.
@brunodealmeidajabrayan55636 ай бұрын
Great Job - Big Talent, keep sharing with us. I wish all the best, cheers.
@rsbharley47666 ай бұрын
Another great video, thanks for share your knowledge with us all. Looking forward to the next one. Cheers
@thedragon22996 ай бұрын
I bought a 98 Fatboy brand new, ended putting an S&S 113" in it. Had alot of fun with it, ran low 11's. This video was a great addition to Part 1. Thanks for sharing!🐲
@BillyLaneChoppers6 ай бұрын
Those S&S 113's are impressive. I owned a Long Beach, Anaheim Ave-built CFL with one in it. Total wheelie machine.
@per-olovsjoberg9146 ай бұрын
I just love the work and how you explain everything . Keep up the good work.🤘
@jamesjournell8676 ай бұрын
& beautiful foot boards & just another great/ quality video from your channel 👏 🎉
@edwardwilliams99236 ай бұрын
Man Billy all the one off stuff is awesome but those footboards hit me hard!!!
@Robert-el7fn6 ай бұрын
Looks schmick.. great combo of some one off add ons..🤙 thanks for sharing..
@petersingh48256 ай бұрын
Hey dude I just discovered you on KZbin! I’ve been a fan for a long time and it’s nice to see you working again. Love the content. Can’t wait to see it all God bless dude.
@BillyLaneChoppers6 ай бұрын
Awesome, thank you!
@texasloudnproud10366 ай бұрын
Excellent work ! Love how you set up that bike 110 percent! All the one off parts are very nice ! machined parts!
@BillyLaneChoppers6 ай бұрын
It doesn't take much. Harley-Davidson EVO makes good bones
@doggonedk6 ай бұрын
Those cast bronze footboards couldn't have ended up in better hands. Nobody is going to pay a better tribute to Larry than you. I'm going to be honest I actually choked up a little bit when you put those on the mounts. Thank you for keeping it real!
@BillyLaneChoppers6 ай бұрын
Thank you for this comment. As soon as I saw them, I knew I had to have them. I had nothing to put them on, but I knew that would change.
@Jim_Berry6 ай бұрын
Love your style Billy. Very well done.
@Gabriel-Abdala6 ай бұрын
Nice brother, all that goes together well, I look forward to the next. B safe
@ayev8tor6 ай бұрын
Best wishes from Phoenix
@qdogg6716 ай бұрын
Brother! The Indian Larry boards are exactly where they belong 😎😎. Hope to go ridin with you soon. 😎🤙🏽
@chriszasada97566 ай бұрын
Wow , just a couple more changes and the bike looks amazing
@shovelhead17053 ай бұрын
I have an evo softail runner I'm running a set of choppers Inc grips I've had for a long time they still clean up real nice
@TechNWRO6 ай бұрын
The one thing I never cared for was the solid front wheel on the FB. I always thought a cut-out design of some sort would make the front wheel stand out and really change the look. All of the add on stuff works with that bike for sure. What surprised me the most was the transmission cover. That really did clean things up.
@BillyLaneChoppers6 ай бұрын
I’d ultimately like to change the wheels
@keithcarchide8066 ай бұрын
Sick build totally dig it. I’ve been watching your videos and it really lit a fire in me to get back on two wheels. Im on the hunt for a old Harley project i can make my own. Thanks for the inspiration man i love your build style.🤙🏼
@BillyLaneChoppers6 ай бұрын
Good luck. I've seen a lot of Softails for under $5K these days.
@michaeltier6576 ай бұрын
I'm really digging the one of a kind inspection cover for the derby.we are also in the process of putting after market brass accent s on my daughter s Sportster as kinda a father daughter project . bike looking good there billy .
@BillyLaneChoppers6 ай бұрын
Nice. Spending time in the garage with your kids is priceless.
@shaguardriver16 ай бұрын
The floor boards are sweet great idea to dress up the bike
@BillyLaneChoppers6 ай бұрын
They really fit the style & colors of this one so well
@Jojo-o6o6w6 ай бұрын
I love your videos man.. thank you for making them.
@jesslittle71106 ай бұрын
I love it ! Good to see alot of my taste is similar . Probably helps you guys were my main inspiration back in the day .
@BillyLaneChoppers6 ай бұрын
Glad to hear it!
@273VIPER5 ай бұрын
Coming together very nicely 👌🏾
@ratfinkron57936 ай бұрын
I got the coolest pic of you and Larry in Daytona I took back in the day. Well done Billy bike looks great
@BillyLaneChoppers6 ай бұрын
I think about him every day
@ratfinkron57936 ай бұрын
im sure RIP Larry
@alfredzarate9176 ай бұрын
Billy has some damn good builds
@twinturbosrt60885 ай бұрын
I need those gloves in black they look bad ass and comfortable not to thick badass video love the bike
@tyee4u6 ай бұрын
You know you have built a shit ton of bikes and bike parts when you’re holding a cover in your hand with your name on it and you say “I think this is the only one in existence. I don’t think I ever put these in to production” Really digging this series. Very cool seeing one of my favourite builders putting together a bike that anyone of us could find on marketplace and make similar (although nowhere near as cool) modifications. Keep em comin. Watching from Vancouver Island 🏝️
@BillyLaneChoppers6 ай бұрын
Funny thing is, I was apparently wrong about those covers. Two people here say they have them. But I know we couldn't have made many.
@AndrewJackson-mf5qp6 ай бұрын
That is a very very nice ride buddy.
@BillyLaneChoppers6 ай бұрын
I'm really enjoying it
@brianvandemortel67106 ай бұрын
Wow what a difference that really looks great love those boards
@BillyLaneChoppers6 ай бұрын
The boards belong here
@MotoNoggin6 ай бұрын
Looks awesome man. I would be interested to see the maroon and tan on it because I think that would look good as well but silver and black is dope!
@rustyshackleford40596 ай бұрын
I got a first Gen evo sporty with a set of bathtub chamber heads. It was like a Christmas gift the first time I tore it apart and saw that chamber..
@BillyLaneChoppers6 ай бұрын
That's where the horsepower lives
@mas32926 ай бұрын
Another great video Billy, I just subscribed. Looking forward to part three!
@BillyLaneChoppers6 ай бұрын
Thank you for being here.
@thereal_FASTA6 ай бұрын
Ugh if those foot pegs where horse shoes 😫! Still looks phenomenal.
@SirKittyGamblin6 ай бұрын
Talks and explains for the blue collar worker to understand. Straight forward and easy video to follow
@tchogworks19876 ай бұрын
Put me in line for or of the points covers . Cool piece. The exhaust on that fatboy sounds awesome
@BillyLaneChoppers6 ай бұрын
We’re going to start making these again
@TheRealChetManley5 ай бұрын
Looks awesome! Need the horsepower episode soon!
@BillyLaneChoppers5 ай бұрын
I’m working on it
@justicelizana25176 ай бұрын
Love the bronze , beautiful bike
@josephdefelice31496 ай бұрын
I'm kinda regretting selling off my Choppers Inc ball milled grips that left with my 97 Sportster. The quality of your parts remains unmatched. Thanks Billy for great content as always 👍
@BillyLaneChoppers6 ай бұрын
Right on. We cared more about quality than anything else. I'd declined big money offers to license my designs and make imported crap.
@tonycrist20036 ай бұрын
I have some choppers inc grips and risers if you are looking for some
@josephdefelice31496 ай бұрын
On a Road King now but appreciate the offer.
@Andreas-yt9wv6 ай бұрын
Greetings from Switzerland, I like your work so much, enjoy your videos and admire your talent. 👍🤙
@BillyLaneChoppers6 ай бұрын
Thank you for watching. I've ridden in Switzerland before. Beautiful in the summertime.
@adamthomas46386 ай бұрын
That knife you had was awesome you should do a video showing all of your choppers Inc memorabilia there's gotta be some good stuff
@robertgeorge1396 ай бұрын
Those footboards are amazing!
@BillyLaneChoppers6 ай бұрын
Agreed
@Bowenjohn19116 ай бұрын
Very cool bike. Love the footboards !
@waden4044 ай бұрын
I've never really been a fan of the FAT Boy (something about that big front end and solid wheel.) However, with these changes, I'd sport this ride in a heart beat!!
@aaronanderson76196 ай бұрын
That pipe doesn’t really scratch my itch, but I cannot say it isn’t gorgeous. Very nice work.
@BillyLaneChoppers6 ай бұрын
It's generally not my style, but I think it is very different contrast from what you usually see on a FatBoy. Go back and look at my BadBoy. I went from the Cobra pipe to West Coast Choppers HellBent pipe. The huge chrome HellBent isn't typically what you see on a BadBoy, but it works.
@gasmann67466 ай бұрын
Looking good Billy love ya work 👍🏻🇦🇺
@donjohnson24185 ай бұрын
Nice build! I had a Fat Boy for a while and the first thing I did was get rid of the retarded front fender, replaced with one off a tour glide. Made the esthetics of the bike 100% better, imo. Great job! Your talent is amazing!
@citizen236066 ай бұрын
Nice bike, and nice Rolex submariner
@FTW13746 ай бұрын
Billy love the custom parts you have on this bike you have to do a Dyna Club Style Bike id love to see your interpretation of one!
@toddflowers80526 ай бұрын
I have the bronze Indian Larry points cover that matches the floor boards ! 🤙🏻
@AbbyJackRussell6 ай бұрын
Bad ass love it . Thx for sharing brother ✌🏻
@tomschauman49606 ай бұрын
Awesome job as usual….Billy rocks again.
@andresinnett43196 ай бұрын
Just when you think I can't get any better 😁✌️
@pcn2676 ай бұрын
Kool little upgrades Billy
@CodyHinkle926 ай бұрын
Hell yeah, Billy!!! Love you brother. I'm working on a David mann inspired drawing of a chopper with a Evo it's called Blue Blaze ThundEr
@BillyLaneChoppers6 ай бұрын
Nice. I'm doing a nice video for David, 2024 marks 20 years since we lost him.
@CodyHinkle926 ай бұрын
@@BillyLaneChoppers can't wait to see it and it's hard to believe and Indian Larry too, I'll draw 1 of his bikes up aswell as your red chopper that ate your jean leg on the belt
@johnnyx98926 ай бұрын
The chopper craze has long since peaked. But Billy remains an interesting figure. Because of who he is and what he is. 100% real.
@BillyLaneChoppers6 ай бұрын
That is a high compliment, thank you. I'm working on several nice chopper builds now, & turning away customers because I cannot handle any more work.