A freshly powder coated pulley is installed onto the rim and torqued to factory spec. We have a new 16″ Dunlop tire that is mounted onto our new spoke rim. We made some mounts for the Kuryakyn LED signal lights and added to the top mounting points. The shaft passes through the frame, bearings, dust shield, transmission case, and left side spacer and is torqued to factory spec.ġ3.5″, black, Progressive Suspension shocks are mounted and torqued to spec.
The pivot shaft is prepped with anti seize and is pushed through from the right side of the motorcycle. Tommy installs the freshly packed Sportster swingarm bearings with their corresponding dust shields. If bearings were in less than perfect condition, it is important to replace the bearings and races before proceeding. Prior to reinstalling the Sportster swingarm, the bearings need to be cleaned and re-packed. Tommy is ready to begin assembly of the rear end with the black powder coated Sportster swingarm. Powder coating requires a very clean and properly sanded frame to stick properly, but with the right preparation, will result in a coating that is incredibly durable and resistant to chipping or fading.Articles on Harley-Davidson How-to and More Powder coat for bike frames is another option, but this requires a professional. Be sure to allow plenty of time for drying between applications. For a more professional-looking job, you can also buy or rent a paint sprayer. You can apply the paint with a brush, or use spray-paint for an easy and fast application. Either an oil-based or petroleum-based enamel paint may be used in whichever color you choose. Paint is easy to apply and may be done by bike owners in their own garage. There are options for what kind of paint or coating to use and each has their advantages. Steel frames are susceptible to rust and require some kind of coating to protect them from moisture and oxidation. Do you need to paint the motorcycle frame?
The rigid Hardtail frame benefits from slightly better cornering and a simpler construction, and the Softail frame imparts comfort and easier handling. This hidden suspension retains some of the clean aesthetics of a solid frame with the benefit of a softer ride. The Harley Davidson Softtail frame is comprised of two pieces connected by a pivot joint with room for the suspension to be hidden under the engine. Although this results in a bumpier ride, some riders prefer the clean lines of this frame, especially when using them as a base for their custom motorcycle. These Harley frames are one solid piece with the rear axle attached right to the frame itself. What is the difference between a Hardtail and Softtail frame?Īs the name would imply, a Harley Davidson Hardtail has no rear suspension and provides a ride that imparts all of the bumps on the road directly through the tires to the rider.
The idea of the chopper, as well as modifying motorcycles in this manner, was first introduced by the bobber, so called because stock motorcycles were relieved of parts, or bobbed, to make them lighter and faster. Solid, one-piece frames without pivot joints are the most common for the chopper aesthetic. Many choppers use Harley Davidson frames as a base and use an iconic V-twin motor. What is a chopper?Ī chopper is a custom motorcycle that is either built from scratch with parts from other bikes or handmade parts, or it is a drastically modified (chopped) factory-manufactured motorcycle. There are different frame types to accommodate the different engine sizes, seat placement, and wheel spacing on the different Harley Davidson models. Early motorcycle frames consisted mainly of steel tubing, but frames have evolved to include stronger and lighter materials. The motorcycle frame functions like a skeleton, providing the basic and essential structure and support for all of the other parts of the motorcycle.
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