My recent experience with almost getting a chopper but then being a step too late with the payment has inspired me to start a project of my own. However,
I've only been riding for two years and I definitely don't have the mechanical experience to start a build. I'm also a college student, so my
budget is pretty limited. I'm planning on buying the parts on my own, sticking with used parts as much as possible, and then hiring someone to put it all
together. I found one guy in Los Angeles who will charge $50/hour for labor.
Ideally I want a very long rake and seating for two. This is a list of what I think I need and my estimates for cost... please let me know what I am missing and if my estimated costs are wrong. Remember, I'm a complete newb.
Frame: Whatever can accommodate the motor, a long rake, and passenger seating. I'm seeing used frames for around $500?
-$500
Motor: I was told I could get a decent used CB750 mill for $300
-$300
Gas tank: No preference
-$100
Suspension- Long girder/springer forks ~$250
-$250
Transmission- Belt drive preferred, but chain's cool too
~$300
Carbs
~$150
Controls- Clutch, handlebar, brake levers, footpegs
~$350
Seat- King and Queen seat
~$75
Brakes
~$?
Wheels/Tires
~$300
Electrical system- ignition, turn signals, headlight, turn signals, etc.
~$250
Which amounts to something like $2000-$2500 plus labor? I want to spend the bare minimum possible. Is this even doable?
Ideally I want a very long rake and seating for two. This is a list of what I think I need and my estimates for cost... please let me know what I am missing and if my estimated costs are wrong. Remember, I'm a complete newb.
Frame: Whatever can accommodate the motor, a long rake, and passenger seating. I'm seeing used frames for around $500?
-$500
Motor: I was told I could get a decent used CB750 mill for $300
-$300
Gas tank: No preference
-$100
Suspension- Long girder/springer forks ~$250
-$250
Transmission- Belt drive preferred, but chain's cool too
~$300
Carbs
~$150
Controls- Clutch, handlebar, brake levers, footpegs
~$350
Seat- King and Queen seat
~$75
Brakes
~$?
Wheels/Tires
~$300
Electrical system- ignition, turn signals, headlight, turn signals, etc.
~$250
Which amounts to something like $2000-$2500 plus labor? I want to spend the bare minimum possible. Is this even doable?

