New Feature

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New tech article

Hi there! We wanted to share an incredible tech article with you that was written by Panhead Jim. He's an expert in the field and his latest piece on changing tires is a must-read for anyone who wants to get their hands dirty in the garage. Even if you think you know all there is to know about the subject, we highly recommend giving it a read. You never know when you might learn a new tip or trick that could come in handy! So, go ahead and check out Panhead Jim's latest article on changing tires. You won't regret it!

Thanks to Panhead Jim and our friends at Shinko for their ongoing support!!

From the archives!

Check out Vince Nygra's 79 Shovel here.

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New Feature!

Big thanks to Marcos for allowing us to showcase Hidden Envy on chopcult.com. Check it out here.

New Feature!

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ChopCult Archives: Brent Buenger's Double Trouble

 Article by Jennifer Farris - I first met Brent in Bisbee, Arizona, when he stopped by the table where we were sitting with George Counes of Spartan Frameworks at the Howl ‘N Prowl show. I was there with my camera taking pictures of bikes I found interesting and asked him which one was his; he pointed out this absolutely stunning 1946 knucklehead that truly stands out in a crowd. As I looked at the bike, there were so many small details that, when combined, made for a machine that is as much art as motorcycle. We talked a bit about setting up a photo session, and a few weeks later, we finally made it happen. Read more.

New Feature: Inside Filthy Gringos

 Many brick-and-mortar shops worldwide offer motorcycle enthusiasts support through customization, fabrication, upgrades, and even one-off parts. One such shop is Filthy Gringos, based in Crockett, Texas. The husband and wife team Ronald and Robin Ogg work together to provide top-quality service.

NEW BIKE FEATURE: TORTUGA

Article and photos by Josh Hawks - The beautiful thing about custom motorcycles is that as divisive as building bikes can be, it can also bring people together. This is the case with Chris Edwards, a friend of mine. Had it not been for custom motorcycles, I probably wouldn’t have met him. What’s shocking is that we’ve known each other since elementary school, but I would have never known the guy if not for meeting him a few years back at a local ice cream joint. Read more.

New Bike Feature: Slim-Pickins

After years of looking at photos of classic-style choppers, Steven Lee “Slim” George decided to put together one of his own. The goal was a traditional style chop with some newer tech for added reliability. Killer chop builds tend to start with finding a suitable frame. Steven had heard rumors of a vintage piece that might be available and scored a “Jimmy Allen Special” custom-built classic. 

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From the Archives

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New Focus Feature

Big thanks to Blane Johns for covering The One Moto Show for us.

Check out Boogie Nights

Zachary and Kristin Shipwash own and operate The Rebel Spirit in Thomasville, NC. You have probably seen them set up at numerous events on the East Coast, showcasing their custom-builds and motorcycle parts. Zachary handles the welding, fabrication, and mechanics, while Kristin handles the accounting, social media, shipping, and everything else they need to do to keep The Rebel Spirit alive. When they aren’t working in the shop, you can find them spending time with their beautiful children and hosting local bike nights at Down Home Harley-Davidson. We’ve been huge fans of their builds and when we got the opportunity to showcase Boogie Nights in our Mama Tried video, we knew it deserved a bike feature here. Enjoy!

New Bike Feature on chopcult.com

Check out Boogie Nights built by The Rebel Spirit!

Bike Feature: Loud Mouth

 Take a moment to check our 33 member Ben Dailey's custom chopper here.

ChopCult Archives: Might As Well

Check out Might As Well built by 33 member Zack Kinsey here.

Inside Fatman Custom Motors

Steve Milward is the owner of Fatman Custom Motors out of New Hampshire. He just relocated his shop so I thought it was a perfect time to shed light on him and his ever-growing business. Enjoy!

Photo by Matty

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New Feature: Fuel Cleveland 2021- So Happy Together

Check out Mark's coverage for Fuel Cleveland here.

Panhead Jim covers The 30 Second VL Oil Change

Before 1936, Harley-Davidson motors operated using a “total loss” oiling system. This meant that the oil was never recirculated back to the oil tank and instead it just ended up on the ground after going through the motor. It does pass through the primary to keep the primary chain lubed on the way out, but every ounce of oil you pour into the tank eventually ends up as a trail of drops and drips that leave a greasy trail back to your motorcycle.

Even with oil constantly belching out of the motor, the factory service manual recommends that you change the oil about every 750 miles. In my experience you never reach 750 miles between oil changes, especially if you are using modern oil control rings on your pistons. While using oil control rings sounds like a good improvement, it allows oil to build up in the crankcase which you then must drain more frequently since too much oil creates extra drag on the flywheels. Knowing that changing the oil would be a constant maintenance headache, Harley’s engineers did have the foresight to design the crankcase with a built-in drain to make this a quick and easy job. Located on the left rear side of the engine, a spring-loaded oil valve allows you to drain the oil with just the push of a button. Read more.