anyone ever build their own motorcycle?
 

Since the whole issue with HD cancelling the 2010 models of the only 2 bikes i'd consider, i figured maybe i'd look into building my own bike/chopper. I always had a very specific sytle of bike i want and now could be the time. Doing a quick price estimate it would come to about 13k, 4k less than a harley, but still up there. Im trying to see if i could do it for under 10k. I only checked one site for prices so i bet there are other places for good deals.

As for the bike i want here are some specs...
Rigid frame w/280+ rear tire
not sure exact rake of the forks
large size front forks(not a springer front end)
110"+ motor(S&S probably)
5 or 6 speed trans(chain or belt drive)
low drag bars
small speedo w/gauge lights, and large Tach
basic fuel and oil tanks, nothing special
no front fender
wide basic rear fender

basically this chassis to start with...
http://www.choppersurplus.com/bikeki...dna/rigid.html
im just not sure if thats a decent price.

so anyone who actually built a custom bike, let me know you experiences and any places that have great deals.

Im thinking i may buy a rolling chassis and sheet metal when i come home from this hell hole, i'd then take my time over the next year to build it up.

edit: or this...mmmmm
http://www.demonscycle.com/Shop/Cont...id/0/SFV/31995

my buddy is selling a modded 06 night train paul, want info?

sure, but right now i wouldnt have the money, thats why it would have been easy to finance a HD, also why id only buy a custom rolling chassis in dec. and the drivetrain at a later point.

http://cnj.craigslist.org/mcy/1222300775.html

there ya go

Make sure whatever frame you get it has an MSO...even then it may be a pain to title....I'm sure you're well aware of these issues though.

Doublecheck on Demon...I may have heard bad things about them qualitywise but could have been a different company.

I think your budget is realistic as long as drivetrain doesn't get out of hand. I bought my Harley as a basket case but complete and I'm almost finished. Best advice is to mock up EVERYTHING before you paint/powder parts. I had to go back and cut my oil tank off because I didn't have the drive chain on when I welded it in place. I'm also still having alignment issues with my rear wheel to the trans sprocket.

Sorry I have been away from the site for a while. I have built a few, the title is no trouble, just go to Trenton, special titles section, and bring your MSO, and receipts that say you paid tax for everything, you will have a title in 2 weeks. If you have never built one before, its gonna cost you a lot more money, because you dont know what or where to buy stuff, and everything at Harley is expensive. What type of bike is it you want?