When I first started this build, I thought I was just making a bike. But somewhere between the busted knuckles, the late nights staring at wiring diagrams, and the moments of pure frustration when nothing fit like it was supposed to, something shifted.
This wasn’t just about bolting parts together. It was about learning patience when the wrong bracket showed up in the mail (for the third time). It was about realizing that I was capable of figuring things out without waiting for someone else to give me permission. It was about finding a rhythm in the noise, the grease, and the chaos.
I started this project with a basic understanding of machines and tools; enough to get myself in trouble, but not enough to get myself out without help. I’d never even used a socket set before. By the end, I didn’t just understand the bike, I understood myself a little better too. The confidence I gained from seeing this thing through… you can’t buy that. You have to build it. Just like your sense of self; you may not know who you are yet, but you’re creating you bit by bit, everyday.
Would I do it again? Hell yeah. Maybe not tomorrow. My hands (and mind) still need a break, but there’s already a list of ideas in my head. A second build? Probably. A different style? Maybe something stripped-down and nasty, or a wild ‘70s digger dripping in chrome. Maybe a shovel.
But more than that, I want to help other people start theirs. I want to see more folks take the leap, even if they’ve never turned a wrench in their life. Because if I can do this with my half-clueless, budget-conscious self, then so can you.
This bike isn’t perfect. But it’s mine. And that’s everything.
I’ve created a digestable list of all the bits and pieces used for my build. Check it out HERE. Also, I found my old order summaries from Lowbrow Customs and TC Bro’s and included them here as well, just incase your considering a build. The cost can be whatever you make it. I opted to get a donor bike and convert it from stock, but maybe you’ll build from the ground up! 
Note: My Benable lists contain affiliate links and I may recieve commision through some things purchased through them. I am so, so appreciative if you choose to do this!
If you’ve followed along throughout this series, thank you! I truly hope it provides some inspiration and can be valuable in your journey to building a chopper. My goal has always been to celebrate choppers, being a biker, and create an uplifting community for those who know that they are meant for more than just a stock motorcycle. I’d love to see your builds, so be sure to reach out!
Until next time-
Ride on,
Angel Claw
