And let me say Billy Lane is one of the best bike builders ever!! He brought so much to the bike building world, now a days it's glue on gas tanks and BS Billy would make gas tanks and fenders and put blood, sweet and passion into projects and still does. I'm glad to see him doing well, he had a hard time but overcame it. I salute you sir.
Every technique you use is applicable to every machine known to man. Your a teacher, a mechanic, a millwright and an artist of the highest caliber. Some will learn all and all will learn some from your wisdom...
I graduated high school in 1980 and the Harley dealer in my neighborhood had a sold Sturgis sitting on the showroom floor. I fell in love with that bike when I saw it. Tell your buddies if that thing wasn’t sold it would be mine. Yeah right no way possible at the time. Sadly other priorities took over and I never was lucky enough to get my dream bike. I keep telling myself that’s why they’re dreams. I’m not giving up you never know. You take care and stay safe brother.
@@jackhopkins4679 In 2006 I bought a new FLSTNI softail deluxe. Just not the same as the shovel heads and EVO’s I rode as a kid. It’s a very nice bike but it’s kinda like riding a metric bike with a big block Chevy. So if you have your heart set on something wait for your chance to get what you truly want. Take care and stay safe bud.
I have a 1981 Low Rider. I bought a matching frame/motor/title and already had most of the stuff to put it back to stock. Only deviation is it’s getting a 1977/78 charcoal gray paint job which I’ve loved since seeing these bikes brand new back in the late ‘70’s/early’80’s. These are cool motorcycles.
Just rewired my 1976 FXE. Can tell you that everyone who touched that bike before me was a “mechanic”. Wires spliced, changing colors, cut to go no where. It’s a blast finding other peoples work!
I just found your channel and I’ve been binge watching. I haven’t seen you since the discovery days. You could always tell the real builders from the gimmick phonies. I’m proud to say I was never fooled by those clowns. They couldn’t hold a candle to you in the build department, let alone the mechanical side! I had a 96 883 with 2.2 peanut tank. I lived that look. I bought brand new when I was a 20 year old kid. I put some straight bars on it and and told everyone I was turning it into a drag bike! I wish I still had that bike, it was a blast. I think about getting a bike again 30 years later but after so many close calls and knowing people who lost their lives on bikes I think I have too much to lose at this point. I doubt I’ll ever know that pleasure again but it sure is fun watching your videos. Thanks Billy. I wish you continued success.
Hey Billy, Thank you for all this free content you share with us. I’ve been stuck in a hole raising my two girls after the momma took off years ago. Motorcycles has been my life until this. I haven’t even thought about em . You inspire my love for wrenching and riding !!! Your a great guy , you have all my respect for all you’ve been through. Be well brother, thank you!!!
You’re a wise man-family first always. I have three daughters, and they’ve changed my life. I ride every day during the week, but spend weekends with my family. I run out to get milk or eggs on the motorcycle just to grab some weekend miles, because I believe in riding every day. Let me know when you get back on two wheels.
@@BillyLaneChoppers Thank you for this reply Billy! I will in deed keep in touch. Kids are growing up fast. You always got a brother in Colorado. Be well.
Of all your bikes I appreciate this one the most. What a classic machine. It’s only justice that one of these prize Harley’s has found you as an owner.
Love how you take the time to explain how and why you do things. Makes it really easy to learn and comprehend. And I always enjoy seeing the Indian Larry tribute stuff as well.
Using the long 5/16 rod to check the alignment is genius. Thank you so much for the education, Billy. I remember when those bikes were new. It’s awesome that you’re getting the original Fatbob tank back on. I always wanted an FXRS, and seeing barn finds like this one is encouraging that I may someday find a good one.
It’s pretty amazing how using a long rod will show me how wrong I am about alignment. I have long 1/4”, 5/16”, 3/8”, & 1/2” rods I use to double check myself. I had a 1993 FXRS that I used to ride from Florida to Ohio & back monthly. They’re great bikes. Mine was lowered with a big cam, BUBS exhaust, & speedway handlebars. Other than that, it was stock. Great motorcycle.
@@BillyLaneChoppersI've learned a lot by watching your videos. I have a 99 Softail Custom that's been changed around a lot and I did everything myself except the stretched tank and paint job. Stock motor I realize that I'm a decent mechanic partly thanks to you Billy
My dad had a 80 Sturgis and I am proud to say it's the HD I learned to ride. I would love to have one for in memory of my dad. I would probably ride it more than my Road Glide Ultra. Awesome bike!! Glad to see a legend of bike building get a legend HD
Found me an 83 Sturgis belt last year and it’s one of my greatest joys in life. Thanks for the content, it’s informative and concise. Stay safe out there!
I've always wanted one of those exact machines. Was during my freshman year in college I saw my neighbor off campus ride religiously and he told one day after I graduated and began earning some money I should finally get a 1980 ride of my own. Well your cool video was well received and a reminder of - what if...!!
Hey Dude Right on Man. It is good to see real people that knows what they are doing. Thanks man I really appreciate you. My little brother has got a 1980 80" er and you have really helped us out.. my brother has had his shovel since 1979. Again I really appreciate your sharing your knowledge. Dude you are the man man.. sorry for my lack of everything and well... Thanks Dude 😎.
Hey Billy Lane I’m enjoying watching your videos about the really cool bikes you come across and bring back to life. I really enjoy your passion for these historical motorcycles, I love learning and have passion for them also. I’m not so fortunate to have such great access to skills and motorcycles as you, but I have a beautiful 03 Dyna which I have customized, the tins are powder coated with orange peel textured matte black, the tank is smooth and has matte clear over white pinstriped silver leaf flames. I have rebuilt the motor with S&S 100” Power Package, gear driven 585EZ cams. Many custom details inspired from watching your “Biker Build Off” episodes in my youth. One particular customization I have that I think you could appreciate; during Covid Paul Cox had time to twist up the front legs of the Harley Davidson Springer suspension that I installed on this bike. A last detail I think you would enjoy, I have owned a bead, and jewelry store here in Boulder Colorado since 1992, one of my jewelers uses 300 year old rose engines, and turned out a beautiful brass Viking “Helm of Awe” amulet for an air cleaner cover. My ride’s name is Thor, and runs strong and reliably, pulls like a train. Thank you for the inspiration, I truly admire your work!
I hear ya Billy I purchased a 1996 FLHTCUI as a basket case and WOW what troubles I fixed. It was repaired or let’s say damaged by shade tree goof offs but now it is right. A special thanks to you and all other TH-cam channels for your constant dedication and advice for us guys. Your are greatly appreciated.
I just recently had to sell my 1985 FXDL due to a back injury. It was BUILT as far as it would go. Complete restoration. Such a sweet bike. I really like that bike Billy. Has a good stance.
i have a 1982 Sturgis Harley Davidson i just bought its in very good condition got my moneys worth not disappointed in my purchase has a 103cc motor on the bike its very nice
Being 21 with not much money I traded my 91 ford pickup on a solid mount 94 xlh sporty… just got done rebuilding the motor in my parents living room lol but fresh top end cut cam cover cleaned everything up as I rebuilt because it was caked in oil and weathered also top end worn out also split the case and resealed checking crank tolerance, now I am installing old proven points and ditching electronic ignition because mine died and can’t start it up for the first break in. Father and I got a 83 fxrs frame and now I’d like to part together an old 1340 shovel to keep it period correct and ride even if I have to wrench on the side of the road. Big inspiration to me billy and I’d like to keep the old stuff around not just to look at but ride em til the wheels fall off. Thanks for all the knowledge you share for us young guys to take note
REALLY ENJOY WATCHING YOU WORKIN & EXPLAINING WHAT YOUR DOING, YOUR TURNING SUMTHING SOMEONE ELSE SCREWED UP AND PUT IT BACK RIGHT 🏍️🏍️ YOUR THE BEST BILLY , W / R 🏍️🏍️🏍️
Big fan of the respect and love you have for your tools. I'm the same way and like to see when a real mechanic does the same. Everything seems to pan out better.
To each their own when it comes to old HD’s….but this is mine…first bike I ever rode on as a passenger behind my older brother, at the age of 11, He was 17, never saw 18…. What a Great memory seeing this HD just brought back. Thank you for saving this one Sir….fkn Joyful onions👊
Great to read your memories. A friend I rode with as a 20 year old had one. I always wanted one from that time in 1990. I won’t restore this one, & I won’t cut it up. It’s a time machine that deserves to be preserved & ridden
@@BillyLaneChoppers That’s exactly what Mitchel would have said…so true all the hands it’s been passed through..some more knowledgeable than others LoL. great to see a Man put this one on the Road and Ride….I can feel it like yesterday 👊
Hi Billy really like watching you your a great mechanic and engineer I spent 25 years working with a guy like you he gave me the supercharger off his 1947 knucklehead drag bike I really think it would be great for 1 of your old flathead race bikes
Every video I come to watch is incredible. The level of understanding and love for these machines is staggering. I'm not even a mechanic, but I love watching you work and talk about these old bikes. You're right, this is an artform, and there are not many artists left at this level.
Remember watching the build offs when I was younger . When that bike caught fire side of a free way.was my favorite bike i almost cried .man, that was so beautiful that tank was awesome. Good, see him still at it, mad respect for his skills
Hey Billy, I have been a fan of yours since the Biker Build off series. I really appreciate all your mechanical tips and tricks and that was great to see you repair the tank on the barn find Sturgis. When I saw you riding the Sturgis at the end of the clip, it inspired me to seek out and buy a 1982 FXB Sturgis which I rode for the first time today and it handled like a dream. It is all original except for the pipes, which are drag pipes. Keep up the great work!
Not seeing any mention of it... but... if I remember correctly the 80 Sturgis was dual belt drive... it was the first belt primary/belt final drive. Not a real big deal but does add a bit of special. I still have my 78 Superglide... bought new. Although it sat in a flood under 7 feet of water in a guys shop 2 years ago... Fresh water luckily... so far I have only cleared all the water out and pumped first wd 40 through everything... then motor oil. There's fucked wiring because it was in the shop getting a new headlight bucket. I put the new programmable Dyna ignition in. But I ran the same S you have there from 1990 until the flood. Will be starting it this winter hopefully. Great bikes. Lots of personality. Vibrate a lot compared to newer machines... I pulled the stock toaster oven air box off day 1... I ran a Mikuni for a lot of years. Then settled in with a Zenith Bendix with adjustable main jet. She has close to 50,000 miles on her without any major work. Still has the stock valve guides. I was putting Marvel Mystery oil in the gas for years... don't know if it actually helped but most everyone did valve guides by 40,000... Didn't smoke when it last ran 3 years ago. Unless hot August weather after a hard run on the highway it would puff a bit on decel. By the way my neighbor had this exact bike in 1980. Can't wait to see how this one turns out Billy...
This is still belt/belt. I briefly mentioned it in the written description. I’m going to change the rear pulley for a more favorable ratio, make a video, & discuss it there.
@@BillyLaneChoppers I remember my friend Andy being excited it was belt belt. He was my dad's age. A trucker. He taught me how to drive big trucks... I taught him how to ride bikes. He's gone about 10 or 12 years now. My second dad. Taught me about guns too... First time I ever went over 100 was him driving. In the Jersey Pines. Not sure. Maybe they were all black like that with the red emblem. He was a riding mofo... take a 75 mile trip to the shore and turn it into a 200 mile tour. Waist gunner on a B 17... Your bike reminded me of him as soon as I saw the tank with the emblem. Love your vids brother.
I've watched a lot of your build videos. Some of the fab/mod stuff that I'm familiar with I still love watching and hearing your explanation of each item in detail. That pointless dent removal technique dropped my jaw! Great work!
Loved this video. Love that bike, what a beautiful beast the Sturgis was. The very first Harley I ever rode was the 1980 Sturgis . My brother in law, bought it in 1980 brand new. He was such a good guy, I was seventeen, had a Suzuki. He wanted my first Harley ride to be on his new Sturgis. Wow , seeing this video was a blast from the past. What a great job on that bike. Thx for sharing bro
Nice find Billy , a buddy bought a 1980 Sturgis , $8200 cdn. He put over 50,000 miles on it . I purchased a FLH Classic same time , we travelled all over North America with those 2nd generation shovelheads . I currently have a black 1998 Dyna Superglide Evo , picked it up last yr . Only 18,000 original miles & one owner bike , which had been stored for 5 yrs . Nice to get my knees back into the wind brother !
I went to Orange County Harley shop in October 1980 and bought my Sturgis, rode for 3000 miles then flew myself and bike home to Queensland. Sold the bike for twice as much as purchase price 10 years later to help get a house. Good memories. Intake manifold used to get all frosty when running SU carby.
Love it , still dropping knowledge and doing your thing. I’ve learned immensely from you over the years Billy. Always liked the Sturgis and that sleeper look is something I’ve always dreamt of doing, like the crusty but used daily and put away wet look haha. All the best from 🇨🇦
Nice, work Billy those were some great tips nice thing about a bike like that is you don't have to be really careful all the time I'm planning on getting a bike like that soon to work on.
I missed you man I'm glad you're back you're one of the Kings I have never seen that done before with gas tank I've always enjoyed watching your shows you're really cool dude much respect like I said I'm glad you're back
“Somebody loved it so much that they rode it.” Awesome channel. Love the content. Remember you back in biker build off days. You’re a reason why I’m so into motorcycles today. Thank you
Really want to thank you for taking the time to make these videos, creating this channel. Your explanations of what you're doing and why, are so very important not to mention entertaining !
I really appreciate the details in your comments as you process the issues and remedies, possibilities of restoring and or customizing in your videos clips. Would be cool if you consider having sponsored weekends so the younglings coming up could gather the Years Of Experience you share so well on your vids, but live! I like promoting...
Hey Billy, great video! I had a 76 FXE that I machined and welded a lot of custom parts. It was my daily rider for 8 years. Wish I had never sold it. (2017 sold it). Thank you for all the great content you are providing.
Billy I watched the ya back on biker build off etc , I love the content and I’m glad I found ya on here by complete chance when I picked up a 1979 low rider and was looking for shovel head info! I’ve spent hours watching your content it’s awesome that your doing this I’m learning a ton from you! Thank you for doing these videos I really look forward to them!
1981 FXB was my first Harley Davidson. Loved those bikes looks, and ride. Sadly it was the only one of my Harleys that left me stranded on the side of the road. The primary belt baked itself into a dried out shredded mess in the enclosed primary case at 9,000 miles. That is why Harley went back to Primary chains. Just another one of Harley Davidsons consumer test beds. Haha
The technique you used to get the dent out of that tank was so cool. I thought you were going to have to drill holes, use a puller, spot weld, bondo, paint, etc. Very good, bravo!
That dent removal method was amazing. Another awesome educational video. I have a super clean 77’ Superglide. Need to set it up for me because I am over 6’. Was just to nice to pass up so I bought it.
So many Shovelheads’ fate were at the hands of customizers like myself. Still nice to see a survivor. My Sturgis is definitely not clean, but it did sit for many years l, unnoticed, to survive
@@BillyLaneChoppers That’s the cool thing with these videos you are putting out. I have a few shovels and pans and I am learning more and more about them through your content you are putting out there. Finding people to work on early model stuff, outside of general maintenance, is getting harder every year. It’s a dying art in my area of the country.
Hey great video I have a 81 Sturgis I've had for 17 years my first harley I bought when I was 18 at some point I cut the lower tank mount so I could pull the head off I also cut apart the inner primary so I could have a open belt now I'm older I've been looking for a new inner primary at the swap meets and haven't found one yet. I grew up watching you keep up the awesome content
Way to go Billy, I got a 09 FatBob only 12.5miles on it, I like Dynas more than Softails … My dream bike would be any bike with a good strong knuckle head in it I feel that they are the best looking engine ever made by Harley Davidson but Always enjoy your videos all the way from New Zealand ✌️😎👍
I agree 100% with you, If i ever had to bandaid something i would be going back as soon as im back home or to my shop or whatever and get it fixed properly, thankfully nothing has ever left me stranded.. ive had some things break or come loose before but i carry tools in every single one of my vehicles haha 😊🤘👍
And let me say Billy Lane is one of the best bike builders ever!! He brought so much to the bike building world, now a days it's glue on gas tanks and BS Billy would make gas tanks and fenders and put blood, sweet and passion into projects and still does. I'm glad to see him doing well, he had a hard time but overcame it. I salute you sir.
Every technique you use is applicable to every machine known to man. Your a teacher, a mechanic, a millwright and an artist of the highest caliber. Some will learn all and all will learn some from your wisdom...
I graduated high school in 1980 and the Harley dealer in my neighborhood had a sold Sturgis sitting on the showroom floor. I fell in love with that bike when I saw it. Tell your buddies if that thing wasn’t sold it would be mine. Yeah right no way possible at the time. Sadly other priorities took over and I never was lucky enough to get my dream bike. I keep telling myself that’s why they’re dreams. I’m not giving up you never know. You take care and stay safe brother.
This one was for sale on Instagram over a year ago. They didn’t make many, but I imagine they’re still out there.
But I'll have a Harley someday
@@jackhopkins4679 In 2006 I bought a new FLSTNI softail deluxe. Just not the same as the shovel heads and EVO’s I rode as a kid. It’s a very nice bike but it’s kinda like riding a metric bike with a big block Chevy. So if you have your heart set on something wait for your chance to get what you truly want. Take care and stay safe bud.
I never thought I'd get another one either before I die below and behold I found the deal of the century don't give up on the dream man
@jackhopkins4679 Best of luck to you, Arlo, D.A.C. & Dakota the Dancing Bear.
I have a 1981 Low Rider. I bought a matching frame/motor/title and already had most of the stuff to put it back to stock. Only deviation is it’s getting a 1977/78 charcoal gray paint job which I’ve loved since seeing these bikes brand new back in the late ‘70’s/early’80’s. These are cool motorcycles.
That’s the holy grail sturgis model
Nice find
Just rewired my 1976 FXE. Can tell you that everyone who touched that bike before me was a “mechanic”. Wires spliced, changing colors, cut to go no where. It’s a blast finding other peoples work!
The guy you bought it from commented just below you
You do absolutely the best instructional videos I have seen on the internet! Many great tips and superb step by step instructions!
I cannot express enough how much I agree. Billy Lane is the McGuyver of Harley’s and is a true friend to all he shares his knowledge with.
I just found your channel and I’ve been binge watching. I haven’t seen you since the discovery days. You could always tell the real builders from the gimmick phonies. I’m proud to say I was never fooled by those clowns. They couldn’t hold a candle to you in the build department, let alone the mechanical side! I had a 96 883 with 2.2 peanut tank. I lived that look. I bought brand new when I was a 20 year old kid. I put some straight bars on it and and told everyone I was turning it into a drag bike! I wish I still had that bike, it was a blast. I think about getting a bike again 30 years later but after so many close calls and knowing people who lost their lives on bikes I think I have too much to lose at this point. I doubt I’ll ever know that pleasure again but it sure is fun watching your videos. Thanks Billy. I wish you continued success.
When you have spent a lifetime doing this on bikes and whatever else, you become a master and it looks so easy
Hey Billy, Thank you for all this free content you share with us. I’ve been stuck in a hole raising my two girls after the momma took off years ago. Motorcycles has been my life until this. I haven’t even thought about em . You inspire my love for wrenching and riding !!! Your a great guy , you have all my respect for all you’ve been through. Be well brother, thank you!!!
You’re a wise man-family first always. I have three daughters, and they’ve changed my life. I ride every day during the week, but spend weekends with my family. I run out to get milk or eggs on the motorcycle just to grab some weekend miles, because I believe in riding every day. Let me know when you get back on two wheels.
@@BillyLaneChoppers Thank you for this reply Billy! I will in deed keep in touch. Kids are growing up fast. You always got a brother in Colorado. Be well.
@@BillyLaneChoppersBilly you moved bck to Melbourne now ? 🤔
@@aphysiqueno, he's in Tennessee
Of all your bikes I appreciate this one the most. What a classic machine. It’s only justice that one of these prize Harley’s has found you as an owner.
This isn’t science this is art. Great line!
Love how you take the time to explain how and why you do things. Makes it really easy to learn and comprehend. And I always enjoy seeing the Indian Larry tribute stuff as well.
Using the long 5/16 rod to check the alignment is genius. Thank you so much for the education, Billy. I remember when those bikes were new. It’s awesome that you’re getting the original Fatbob tank back on. I always wanted an FXRS, and seeing barn finds like this one is encouraging that I may someday find a good one.
It’s pretty amazing how using a long rod will show me how wrong I am about alignment. I have long 1/4”, 5/16”, 3/8”, & 1/2” rods I use to double check myself. I had a 1993 FXRS that I used to ride from Florida to Ohio & back monthly. They’re great bikes. Mine was lowered with a big cam, BUBS exhaust, & speedway handlebars. Other than that, it was stock. Great motorcycle.
@@BillyLaneChoppersI've learned a lot by watching your videos. I have a 99 Softail Custom that's been changed around a lot and I did everything myself except the stretched tank and paint job. Stock motor I realize that I'm a decent mechanic partly thanks to you Billy
My dad had a 80 Sturgis and I am proud to say it's the HD I learned to ride. I would love to have one for in memory of my dad. I would probably ride it more than my Road Glide Ultra. Awesome bike!! Glad to see a legend of bike building get a legend HD
Found me an 83 Sturgis belt last year and it’s one of my greatest joys in life. Thanks for the content, it’s informative and concise. Stay safe out there!
That’s the content I like too see Keep it up you are a legend
Respect from Germany
Billy I REALLY like your later work. Man you have grown a ton in my eyes not that it matter but damn I like your work.
I've always wanted one of those exact machines. Was during my freshman year in college I saw my neighbor off campus ride religiously and he told one day after I graduated and began earning some money I should finally get a 1980 ride of my own.
Well your cool video was well received and a reminder of - what if...!!
Hey Dude Right on Man. It is good to see real people that knows what they are doing. Thanks man I really appreciate you. My little brother has got a 1980 80" er and you have really helped us out.. my brother has had his shovel since 1979. Again I really appreciate your sharing your knowledge. Dude you are the man man.. sorry for my lack of everything and well... Thanks Dude 😎.
Man Billy,i love your content,and have been following you for years,you inspire me,and i hope to meet you some day!!!!
One of my favorites nice find Billy
I remember how cool that bike was when released, nice to see one today with the original look. Thanks for video Billy.
Hey Billy Lane I’m enjoying watching your videos about the really cool bikes you come across and bring back to life. I really enjoy your passion for these historical motorcycles, I love learning and have passion for them also. I’m not so fortunate to have such great access to skills and motorcycles as you, but I have a beautiful 03 Dyna which I have customized, the tins are powder coated with orange peel textured matte black, the tank is smooth and has matte clear over white pinstriped silver leaf flames. I have rebuilt the motor with S&S 100” Power Package, gear driven 585EZ cams. Many custom details inspired from watching your “Biker Build Off” episodes in my youth. One particular customization I have that I think you could appreciate; during Covid Paul Cox had time to twist up the front legs of the Harley Davidson Springer suspension that I installed on this bike. A last detail I think you would enjoy, I have owned a bead, and jewelry store here in Boulder Colorado since 1992, one of my jewelers uses 300 year old rose engines, and turned out a beautiful brass Viking “Helm of Awe” amulet for an air cleaner cover. My ride’s name is Thor, and runs strong and reliably, pulls like a train. Thank you for the inspiration, I truly admire your work!
I hear ya Billy I purchased a 1996 FLHTCUI as a basket case and WOW what troubles I fixed. It was repaired or let’s say damaged by shade tree goof offs but now it is right. A special thanks to you and all other TH-cam channels for your constant dedication and advice for us guys. Your are greatly appreciated.
I just recently had to sell my 1985 FXDL due to a back injury. It was BUILT as far as it would go. Complete restoration. Such a sweet bike. I really like that bike Billy. Has a good stance.
i have a 1982 Sturgis Harley Davidson i just bought its in very good condition got my moneys worth not disappointed in my purchase has a 103cc motor on the bike its very nice
It is always with great enjoyment for me to watch a master do their thing!!! Thanks Billy🤙
You are like a walking talking Harley Davidson encyclopedia. Its awesome
Great channel. Billy is the only YT I can watch more than 10 minutes of. Keep the videos coming!
Being 21 with not much money I traded my 91 ford pickup on a solid mount 94 xlh sporty… just got done rebuilding the motor in my parents living room lol but fresh top end cut cam cover cleaned everything up as I rebuilt because it was caked in oil and weathered also top end worn out also split the case and resealed checking crank tolerance, now I am installing old proven points and ditching electronic ignition because mine died and can’t start it up for the first break in. Father and I got a 83 fxrs frame and now I’d like to part together an old 1340 shovel to keep it period correct and ride even if I have to wrench on the side of the road. Big inspiration to me billy and I’d like to keep the old stuff around not just to look at but ride em til the wheels fall off. Thanks for all the knowledge you share for us young guys to take note
Man, that's such a cool ride!!
Stumbled upon the channel Love the content. Remembered your stuff from the biker build off days good times. Keep passing on the old school torch
REALLY ENJOY WATCHING YOU WORKIN & EXPLAINING WHAT YOUR DOING, YOUR TURNING SUMTHING SOMEONE ELSE SCREWED UP AND PUT IT BACK RIGHT 🏍️🏍️ YOUR THE BEST BILLY , W / R 🏍️🏍️🏍️
Big fan of the respect and love you have for your tools. I'm the same way and like to see when a real mechanic does the same. Everything seems to pan out better.
Great find Billy. Good thing you kept those mounting tabs. Great skills and legendary builder.
I remember when this 1st came out. Wild. I think this was the first model that was given a return to the belt drive.
Billy, I love how you really do fix bikes to ride, and build bikes for show, but even they are riders. The Sturgis has always been my favourite bike.
I’ve always ridden every day, it’s a big part of what makes me good at my job. Thank you for watching.
I appreciate the amount of detail you go into in explaining everything verbally and with close ups THanks!
To each their own when it comes to old HD’s….but this is mine…first bike I ever rode on as a passenger behind my older brother, at the age of 11, He was 17, never saw 18…. What a Great memory seeing this HD just brought back. Thank you for saving this one Sir….fkn Joyful onions👊
Great to read your memories. A friend I rode with as a 20 year old had one. I always wanted one from that time in 1990. I won’t restore this one, & I won’t cut it up. It’s a time machine that deserves to be preserved & ridden
@@BillyLaneChoppers That’s exactly what Mitchel would have said…so true all the hands it’s been passed through..some more knowledgeable than others LoL. great to see a Man put this one on the Road and Ride….I can feel it like yesterday 👊
Hi Billy really like watching you your a great mechanic and engineer I spent 25 years working with a guy like you he gave me the supercharger off his 1947 knucklehead drag bike I really think it would be great for 1 of your old flathead race bikes
Every video I come to watch is incredible. The level of understanding and love for these machines is staggering. I'm not even a mechanic, but I love watching you work and talk about these old bikes. You're right, this is an artform, and there are not many artists left at this level.
Remember watching the build offs when I was younger . When that bike caught fire side of a free way.was my favorite bike i almost cried .man, that was so beautiful that tank was awesome. Good, see him still at it, mad respect for his skills
Nice job on the busted bolt. And the dent. Great sounding troublehead!
How would I describe Billy Lane?..........A breath of fresh air.........aye, that'll do nicely.
Thanks for the education! Lots of great information..
Hey Billy, I have been a fan of yours since the Biker Build off series. I really appreciate all your mechanical tips and tricks and that was great to see you repair the tank on the barn find Sturgis. When I saw you riding the Sturgis at the end of the clip, it inspired me to seek out and buy a 1982 FXB Sturgis which I rode for the first time today and it handled like a dream. It is all original except for the pipes, which are drag pipes. Keep up the great work!
Nice of this gent to take time out making these teaching movies. We have an unmolested 78 FLH that is an absolute blast to ride.
Nothing like learning from The Master. Thanks, Billy
The way you popped that dent in the tank was awesome!!! Broken screw removal was great also
Nice work Billy !!
Cool old bike, Billy lane is an awesome mechanic.
The master shows us again how ti\o fix and start Thanks
I always learn something Billy…thanks brother. 👍🏻🇺🇸
Billy , I love this Sturgis series…This is the type of video that really helps guys keeping old bikes going down the road..Thanks
Awesome. I ride it to & from work daily
Man i really love to watch you work. Great that you explain why you do what you do.
One of the best looking Harleys straight of the factory ever 🎉
Not seeing any mention of it... but... if I remember correctly the 80 Sturgis was dual belt drive... it was the first belt primary/belt final drive. Not a real big deal but does add a bit of special.
I still have my 78 Superglide... bought new. Although it sat in a flood under 7 feet of water in a guys shop 2 years ago... Fresh water luckily... so far I have only cleared all the water out and pumped first wd 40 through everything... then motor oil. There's fucked wiring because it was in the shop getting a new headlight bucket.
I put the new programmable Dyna ignition in. But I ran the same S you have there from 1990 until the flood. Will be starting it this winter hopefully.
Great bikes. Lots of personality. Vibrate a lot compared to newer machines... I pulled the stock toaster oven air box off day 1... I ran a Mikuni for a lot of years. Then settled in with a Zenith Bendix with adjustable main jet.
She has close to 50,000 miles on her without any major work. Still has the stock valve guides. I was putting Marvel Mystery oil in the gas for years... don't know if it actually helped but most everyone did valve guides by 40,000...
Didn't smoke when it last ran 3 years ago. Unless hot August weather after a hard run on the highway it would puff a bit on decel.
By the way my neighbor had this exact bike in 1980.
Can't wait to see how this one turns out Billy...
This is still belt/belt. I briefly mentioned it in the written description. I’m going to change the rear pulley for a more favorable ratio, make a video, & discuss it there.
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I remember my friend Andy being excited it was belt belt. He was my dad's age. A trucker. He taught me how to drive big trucks... I taught him how to ride bikes.
He's gone about 10 or 12 years now. My second dad. Taught me about guns too...
First time I ever went over 100 was him driving. In the Jersey Pines.
Not sure. Maybe they were all black like that with the red emblem.
He was a riding mofo... take a 75 mile trip to the shore and turn it into a 200 mile tour.
Waist gunner on a B 17...
Your bike reminded me of him as soon as I saw the tank with the emblem.
Love your vids brother.
Man you never cease to amaze me! Truly a motorcycle guru! Thanks Billy!
Always wanted a shovel. Visually the best looking engine. I had a 03 anniversary sportster with big bore kit , cam, carb etc. Still wanted a shovel.
Billy, thank you so much for the patients you have in making your videos. One day I'm going to graduate from the University of Billy Lane.
I've watched a lot of your build videos. Some of the fab/mod stuff that I'm familiar with I still love watching and hearing your explanation of each item in detail. That pointless dent removal technique dropped my jaw! Great work!
Beautiful lowrider. Love my 05 Lowrider and my 81 fxwg shovel 🤙🏻⚡
Loved this video. Love that bike, what a beautiful beast the Sturgis was.
The very first Harley I ever rode was the 1980 Sturgis . My brother in law, bought it in 1980 brand new. He was such a good guy, I was seventeen, had a Suzuki. He wanted my first Harley ride to be on his new Sturgis.
Wow , seeing this video was a blast from the past. What a great job on that bike. Thx for sharing bro
Nice little education, thanks for that tank mount alignment…
Nice find Billy , a buddy bought a 1980 Sturgis , $8200 cdn. He put over 50,000 miles on it . I purchased a FLH Classic same time , we travelled all over North America with those 2nd generation shovelheads . I currently have a black 1998 Dyna Superglide Evo , picked it up last yr . Only 18,000 original miles & one owner bike , which had been stored for 5 yrs . Nice to get my knees back into the wind brother !
Thanks for these awesome videos Billy. I’ve learned a lot of small tricks that makes life a lot easier lol.
I went to Orange County Harley shop in October 1980 and bought my Sturgis, rode for 3000 miles then flew myself and bike home to Queensland. Sold the bike for twice as much as purchase price 10 years later to help get a house. Good memories. Intake manifold used to get all frosty when running SU carby.
Mine is a great machine. Runs so strong. Always wanted one, have really enjoyed it. Thanks for sharing your memories
Love it , still dropping knowledge and doing your thing. I’ve learned immensely from you over the years Billy. Always liked the Sturgis and that sleeper look is something I’ve always dreamt of doing, like the crusty but used daily and put away wet look haha. All the best from 🇨🇦
Absolutely brilliant video and work! Thank you for sharing with us!🙏
Nice, work Billy those were some great tips nice thing about a bike like that is you don't have to be really careful all the time I'm planning on getting a bike like that soon to work on.
I'm sooo glad you got a mike. Your awesome videos are much easier to hear and understand. Thanks brother.
I missed you man I'm glad you're back you're one of the Kings I have never seen that done before with gas tank I've always enjoyed watching your shows you're really cool dude much respect like I said I'm glad you're back
WOW... I learn so much from your videos. Keep them coming. Thanks
Will do, thanks
Thats a beautiful bike when restored to original.
Billy thanks for all the knowledge you drop for no cost that’s solid badass
“Somebody loved it so much that they rode it.” Awesome channel. Love the content. Remember you back in biker build off days. You’re a reason why I’m so into motorcycles today. Thank you
Your a great teacher , i enjoy learning about your art
Takes me back to my Sturgis loved that bike.
Wow thanks so much proposing I had Sturgis 1980s myself Kickstarter
Really want to thank you for taking the time to make these videos, creating this channel. Your explanations of what you're doing and why, are so very important not to mention entertaining !
Thank you. Glad you are enjoying this
You do a great job of explaining everything you're doing. I really appreciate that.
Beautiful bike…. Happy your making videos… class act🤘🏾
I like your nifty tank dent repair trick.
I really appreciate the details in your comments as you process the issues and remedies, possibilities of restoring and or customizing in your videos clips. Would be cool if you consider having sponsored weekends so the younglings coming up could gather the Years Of Experience you share so well on your vids, but live!
I like promoting...
Thanks, this is nice, practical work. I think your FLH video set me on a path.
Hey Billy, great video! I had a 76 FXE that I machined and welded a lot of custom parts. It was my daily rider for 8 years. Wish I had never sold it. (2017 sold it). Thank you for all the great content you are providing.
Hahaha you sold it to the guy who commented above you!!
When Harleys had soul. Long live the venerable Shovelheads.
You are EL MAESTRO Billy !!!👍👍👍
That is one cool bike. Keep up the good work.
Billy I watched the ya back on biker build off etc , I love the content and I’m glad I found ya on here by complete chance when I picked up a 1979 low rider and was looking for shovel head info! I’ve spent hours watching your content it’s awesome that your doing this I’m learning a ton from you! Thank you for doing these videos I really look forward to them!
1981 FXB was my first Harley Davidson. Loved those bikes looks, and ride. Sadly it was the only one of my Harleys that left me stranded on the side of the road. The primary belt baked itself into a dried out shredded mess in the enclosed primary case at 9,000 miles. That is why Harley went back to Primary chains. Just another one of Harley Davidsons consumer test beds. Haha
The technique you used to get the dent out of that tank was so cool.
I thought you were going to have to drill holes, use a puller, spot weld, bondo, paint, etc.
Very good, bravo!
That dent removal method was amazing. Another awesome educational video. I have a super clean 77’ Superglide. Need to set it up for me because I am over 6’. Was just to nice to pass up so I bought it.
So many Shovelheads’ fate were at the hands of customizers like myself. Still nice to see a survivor. My Sturgis is definitely not clean, but it did sit for many years l, unnoticed, to survive
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That’s the cool thing with these videos you are putting out. I have a few shovels and pans and I am learning more and more about them through your content you are putting out there. Finding people to work on early model stuff, outside of general maintenance, is getting harder every year. It’s a dying art in my area of the country.
A very cool Sturgis!!!
Hey great video I have a 81 Sturgis I've had for 17 years my first harley I bought when I was 18 at some point I cut the lower tank mount so I could pull the head off I also cut apart the inner primary so I could have a open belt now I'm older I've been looking for a new inner primary at the swap meets and haven't found one yet. I grew up watching you keep up the awesome content
You do good work Billy
Way to go Billy, I got a 09 FatBob only 12.5miles on it, I like Dynas more than Softails …
My dream bike would be any bike with a good strong knuckle head in it I feel that they are the best looking engine ever made by Harley Davidson but
Always enjoy your videos all the way from New Zealand ✌️😎👍
I agree 100% with you, If i ever had to bandaid something i would be going back as soon as im back home or to my shop or whatever and get it fixed properly, thankfully nothing has ever left me stranded.. ive had some things break or come loose before but i carry tools in every single one of my vehicles haha 😊🤘👍
Just when I think I know my shit, I find this guy. Thanks for the tips!