1998 Harley Davidson Softail Springer Lowering Kit 23” Front Wheel Upgrade Billy Lane Choppers Inc
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- Here's the link to the video where I lowered the springer fork on my 1995 Bad Boy:
• Billy Lane 1995 Harley...
Replacing the stock wheel with 23" custom wheel & lowering the springer fork
I really hope the next generation of bike builders are paying close attention to Billy. I know there are a ton of builders out there....but how many show you the bare bones way to do your work? How many of them have the busted knuckles and stories that Billy has? Billy and Indian Larry (RIP) have always been the bar in my book! These videos rock! Great job Billy!
Brian I second your comment
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Beautiful to read, thank you sir
I know I am
Billy you said you hoped you taught us something today. You teach me something every time I watch one of your videos. Thank you my brother take care and stay safe.
Love that you're doing these TH-cam videos, I'm a big fan from back in the day when you first appeared on Discovery. Really cool watching these videos and learning something along the way. 👍🏼
Same
Absolutely
To me this is even better than the biker build off series.There's no time crunch, no cake decorating. Kind of a tutorial & very satisfying.
Same here. Great content
Thumbs up from Italy man !
It would be so cool working in that shop with Billy. He’s never stopped doing his thing. 👍🏽👍🏽
I appreciate the way you articulate what you are doing. You have no false pretense just bad to the bone how to. It doesn't get much better than that. Thanks for sharing your knowledge.
Thanks for the strap method of spring compression. That’s why I watch your vids everyday. I like the way you teach. Not condescending just pure bike knowledge!
Billy you are such a great teacher, you explain everything step by step to your viewers. You are a master that takes the time to mentor us your fans and viewers. I cant tell you how much I enjoy your videos! Keep them coming!
Love the old evo harleys. One day I want one just like either of those 2. I remember biker build off and glad you are doing well.
if i had a spare cnc lathe and mill you would have them. watching that ole lathe is what i learned machining on. hand sharpen carbide cutters,,,nightmares. i would never have thought in a million years that Billy Lane would be on youtube. Believe me the tricks you are passing on will not be forgotten if people pay attention. Thank You Billy Lane
My brother and I used to use floor anchors and ratchet straps to change springs, well I guess we still would if we ever had to change them again. I don't get anybody wanting springers now a days, everybody seems to be on baggers now a days. Great video thanks for sharing man.
You can tell the quality of the instruction by the number of times you pause Billy and rewind so you don’t miss anything. Thanks, Man.
These '90s Evolution Softails were some of my favorite Harley-Davidsons of all time and especially the Springers! So sad that Harley-Davidson discontinued these frontends on these beautiful machines! I've personally always loved the looks of the Springers, Indian Leaf Spring Girders and various other frontends like these, even Jesse Rooke was making and selling a great looking girder too!
Seriously appreciate how you show how to get things done without expensive tools cause you can obviously use whatever you want.
This guy is a bad ass!!! OG bike builder. Loved him on biker build off, always watched him. My favorite quote from him......”this is gonna be bigger than gold teeth” lol
Love you Billy. You have taught me so much, Had the pleasure of meeting you many years ago. I sold my business and working from home, loving life. Cheers brother
You are one hell of a good guy. I started watching you when I was young and now that I am 38 watching you again, it makes me appreciate the knowledge. You're the gift that keeps on giving. I'm have been a career mechanic and I owe it to people like you. Who set a good example for people like me when I was just outta high school
The thing I admire about you and Jesse is that you both are capable of just building or making a bike. I think I remember Jesse saying once that if he wanted a new bike he'd just build it. I just love that knowledge of metal working.
Billy, you're a good teacher, clear on the how to, and step by step information. Thanks for sharing.
Billy LANE we need you.Larry's death and so on.we need heroes like you.the episode of the build off between you and Larry always gets me motivated again to keep going on my roadking.
Billy these videos you do are WAAAAY better than the “biker build offs”
Slower paced. I’m learning more tricks of the trade
and no manufactured drama!
Keep ‘em coming 👍
I have always been a huge fan of your work from those great Chopper build competitions. The subtle changes you made to your Bad Boy turned it into a very classy looking machine. Watching your work is an excellent learning experience. Your explanations are for everyone from the experienced builder to the backyard learner. Thank you...
19:49 - Sir your right!, thats my ultimate goal as a father, i want my son and daughter to have fun in the garage, even if they are little for now, i can see they also like bikes like me, i think they really saw it on me, that precious moments you and your kids having fun building your bikes is just the most precious moments on this world, like a pearl of great price. more precious than any treasures of this world more precious than money and gold!
Thank you. I grew up watching my dad work on cars, I was fascinated with his knowledge of them and all their systems. I couldn’t imagine not sharing some of what I know with my kids. Our kids are programmed to learn from us, it’s a great way to spend time
Thank you. I grew up watching my dad work on cars, I was fascinated with his knowledge of them and all their systems. I couldn’t imagine not sharing some of what I know with my kids. Our kids are programmed to learn from us, it’s a great way to spend time .
@BillyLaneChoppers true 💕, you know if i was just near to you, i love to bring my bike to you and custom it hehe... anyways Ride safe always 💕 and God bless you and you family 💕
@BillyLaneChoppers also i subscribed to you now cause like i dont know if its just me but i just love watching your videos its just so calm. Warm and not literally but it kinda feel like i belong. Like home... hehe ☺️ anyways ride safe 💕
I've been wrenching on bikes since I was a teenager in the 70's. Had everything from BSA's, Triumphs, Norton, Japanese, and now Harley's. I like the way you explain what you're doing and why as you go along, a true mark of an expert builder. You Make these videos fun...Thanks Billy....
I haven't found enough info on the internet on springers with a 23" wheel till this. I put a 23" on mine and the attitude is looking a bit strange and figured someone must have lowered their springer with a 23. Burly here we come. Thanks Billy!
It brakes & handles so much better. HD runs the wheel off-center, but I run the 23 right up the middle
@@BillyLaneChoppers Billy, I should have replied back after doing the job. Your video made it cake. Love they way the bike tracks and rides now. It is great what you do for the community on here. Thanks!
@@michaelcusumano7814 Great to read. That 23 makes a huge difference, and braking is much improved
Thanks for making content for the everyday guy, we all know what you are capable of building but the fact that these videos will help your everyday bike guy serves a greater good! Thank you.
Hey whatever works ! I'm a garage mechanic. Always do my own work ! Love tinkering and learning. I may have to do something a few times but I'll get it !
Good Job Billy !
Thanks Billy for all you do and for Taking the time to show us all these cool tricks and letting us in on the company's your getting your parts and kits!!! 🤛
96 first year electronic speedo. I’ve got a 95 and 96. Love your work. Ben a fan since the 90’s
Don't understand most of what you are doing but it sure is fun watching a real craftsman.
Billy love your work. You inspired me! I hadba 97 badboy sold it and since bought a 94 FXSTS lowered it, fatboy wheel rear and drag bars- love it! Really was trying to remake the badboy!
Billy just want to say thank you for taking the time to make these videos. Myself and I’m sure 1000s of others appreciate the chance to be able to learn from these. I love how you really go into detail about what your working on and how the bike works. Keep up the good work bro. 👊🏻
I just graduated from MMI, took late model Harley. You are one hell of a teacher and very well articulated when sharing knowledge/information.
You and a handful of others from the early 2000s were an inspiration; even if the school is just learning how to service OEM bikes, it was still neat.
Just a weird thing I wanted to share....We had our big fireworks thing near my house tonight, and this video with nice calm confident talk and shop sounds kept my dog calmer than he's ever been for a fireworks show. Um...like, I know that's not what this is for, but it's a huge blessing for my little furry best friend (and me I guess), and I wanted to comment to thank you for it.
Damn man I remember being like 13 and 14 watching u build a bike on discovery channel now I’m 31 with my own Harley it’s good to see u still doin your thing man I def learn a thing or 2 watchin u thanks for the content
Love it Mr. Lane. Been following you for yrs... best channel on the tubes.. remember NEVER BAIL, WHEN IN DOUBT THROTTLE OUT. Respect from West Texas
Hi Billy, I'm a fan since the biker build off days. Nice to see you back and glad you didn't let what happened in the past dictate your future. Much respect and rubber side down. Take it easy, Jon Captain
Watching BILLYS videos idk why but are so relaxing it be cool if him and Jesse would team. Up and do a build together for old time sake 👊🙌🤙 keep these coming Billy much love from east coast
Common sense and talent... you have both. Somebody would be lucky to be your apprentice. Thanks for the vids!!!
Man after everything your still just a inspiration and great mechanic thanks for the videos
Always wondered about lowering springer. You taught me lots today. Also again. I appreciate you showing the non specialty tool way. Lots of us im sure may do this once or twice. So buying specialty tools isnt worth it. Thanks Billy! Oh i also cant wait til my son gets a little older so he can wrench with me. Oh im from the bei g trickey as f. Days.
Glad to help
Lowered bikes look so much better than stock.
I like the look of lowered with a fat back tire 👍👍
Great video brother
Watching Billy work & explaining in layman's terms along the way reminds me of you're old buddy Indian Larry fabricate.Heck yea ,if you can use the motorcycle straps to you're advantage why not..Looks good Billy!
You're a master at what you do Billy.
I've been following you for years, your videos have helped me tremendously as I work on my softtail. I have 2, 1995 and a 1998. Your custom work is amazing. Keep up the good work!
Beautiful results!!
Watched the build and am inspired to change up my dyna low.
Thank you.
Great tip with the straps, now I need to get a springer and put a 23 on it. Looks fantastic!!
Jumping in here also to thank you for doing these videos. You inspired me back in the day to get back into motorcycles. I've been having fun working on bike for many years now, and love getting ideas and seeing tips that you do. Thanks!
Thanks for the awesome video Billy. Think I’m going to have to give this sprinter project a go myself. Please keep putting out the content. Great stuff and super educational.
This is Johnny I’m very happy that you’re back in business
Love the video! Very educational. I started riding in the early 90ties, owning two Springers back to back. Almost 30 years later I’m back on a Springer after owing a Panhead, a Shovelhead, Evo and Twin Cam’s between. May look for a Shovelhead again and put a Springer in it!
Never been a fan of springers but after watching you transform these 2 bikes I think it’s time I add one to the collection. Drag bars, lowering them, and the 23 wheel is a look I can’t stop staring at. Looking forward to seeing you do the 6 speed gearbox conversion on your 95.
I have learned so much from your channel. Thank you very much Billy you’re a good man.
I had to laugh billy when you said “we all know my wife ain’t letting me go to vegas” we all know you can be a tough mean hombre so finally a woman has brought some balance to your life….very cool.
I THINK I saw a "Craftsman" wrench....and I LOVE it.
Good for you. I returned to using Craftsman for most of my wrenches.
Very cool Billy. Nice to see hand craftsmanship. Thanks for sharing, Dennis.
Right on! Really looking forward to hopefully seeing you at the Buffalo Chip in a few weeks!
Awesome, I've got a 1996 FX Springer! Thanks for the hacks Billy! ❤
I’d love to put a 23” wheel on my 97 Fatty. I appreciate you sharing all of this video gold.
You act like you’ve done that a few times before. Your the man !
Your videos are so well done with your incredible knowledge and experience that you share so well as you perfectly describe each phase! Thank you for that and always impressed by how much you know about doing what you do! Amazing and inspirational. I don't even own a motorcycle, anymore, just love watching a real craftsman doing quality wrenching on machinery! Wish you were back on TV!
Thank you, take care, and keep those videos coming!
I ride a 99 FL springer, but I enjoy watching your work on the FX springer, tks
I own one too. Great bike!
In the background I see my favourite bike you built . Loving these vidéos.
Blue is the baddest of the bad! My favorite also.
Billy Lane has aged
Well. The dude keeps it real
Good to watch a no BS how it's done , like your process .
I can really appreciate the way you explain every detail of your work, bro Great video.
Love factory Harley paints, especially the 98’s
Billy I love watching your videos . I was waiting to see you release the straps on disassembly . I have released straps under pressure before . I wanted to see you do it without the bike falling off the table .
Keep a series like this going! 🤙🤙🤙
You find the coolest bikes to work on 100%
I'm glad you did this video, i just want to change the springs for new shiny ones you just showed me an easier way to do it,thanks a ton
Wow, the 23" wheel changes the whole look of the front end.
Now day's Billy they say " RAD AF " ! And it kinda helps to have the right tools , and know what you're doing !
Can’t wait to get back to wrenching on bikes. Got an 89 FXR I’m trying to unfuck at the moment. Got 06 dyna rims for it and watching these videos reaffirms my thought of “I can order the right parts or make them to make whatever work on this bike.” Been a fan of yours since the biker build off days in middle school.
I first saw you when you were sitting in a booth as a bike builder/vendor at a Rat's Hole Show in Fort Lauderdale in 1999 or 2000 and you were selling Choppers, Inc. long sleeve t-shirts that had "Fuck the Factory" printed on the sleeve. I've followed your career over the years and even bought some Choppers, Inc. handlebar grips for one of my bikes. Your recent videos are great! I have a Springer, so watching the work you've done on your Bad Boy and Springer is even more interesting. Its always great seeing a true craftsman/mechanic work. Keep up the awesome work and videos.
Hey Billy! Really enjoying your vids man and I'm learning some stuff about lathes etc. You have a great style and the right character for teaching this stuff. Thanks for the inspiration and greetings from Australia!
Like everyone is saying here billy your videos are so educational. Keep up the the great work. Loving the springers!
Hello Billy. I watch your videos all the time. Thank you for all the tips.
Kiwi
Love watching your builds love how you talk us thru things and show there is more ways to do stuff
Chears
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1996 is when the speedos went electronic. Great how to video, thank you for sharing.
Gold, thank you so much for these videos billy, they are very much appreciated. Thank you
So glad I found this channel.
Hey, Billy. Love these vids. I'm learning soooo much. Thank you for taking the time to make these, I know u are busy. 🤘
The speedo cable on my 95 is running to the back wheel to correct the speedo. With my custom front wheel. I'll leave anything with my springer to expert's like you. But I did learn a lot.
thanks for getting that done and sent out to me here in sunny Las Vegas! LOL, I'm sure i'll hear it around....
So awesome bro...glad to see you're doing these videos and it definitely helps me with my bike. Thanks again
I ride a 01 roadking love it ,never liked springer until I seen what you do to them now I want one to add to my roadking.
I'm really enjoying your videos Billy. I have followed you since biker build off . Keep up the great work mate cheers from Australia 🇦🇺
Truly enjoying these videos. I learn from every video. Glad to see you not stopping the headstock with your hand in this one haha. My metal shop teacher long ago would have had our ass
for doing that
Outstanding job. Loved it watching all the way from Florida. You are the f g stands for f genius keep the good work
Excellent mechanic excellent filming
Yo Billy , you make it look easy brother !!!! I learned tons from you brother!! Thank you , Terry from South Philly
Appreciate the videos, you always give a lot of good information. Unfortunately just wrecked my 99 fxstc hopefully i can bring it back to life.
Oh juhaptergee, sat riveted again to my chair watching Billy the master in his element, wow that lathe has so much character, bet it has many a tail to tell, maerhagisaryrdyrt
It’s from the early 1960’s. I love it, & use it every day
Cool video again! Love to watch you teach us how to do stuff and save money! My dream is to one day own a Billy Lane chopper, but I think my financial situation won’t allow it 😆
Makes me want an older springer bad boy, I’ll be there some day, just waiting to find the right bike cause if my wife is gonna yell, it’s gonna be for the right bike!
Billy man I respect you so much. Would love to catch a ride with you one day brother. Much love from Knoxville TN
Work smarter not harder. Very nice. Thank you Billy.
Billy. Boy. Someone spammed me from here pretending to be you . Your the best. Wild. Bill and my hound dog love your videos....
I really appreciate all the content coming out bro!
Billy, l just found your channel.
I love the longer videos.