WD-40 for the grips work great. I’ve probably done dozens and dozens of grips with WD-40. No issues ever in any way….if it works it ain’t stupid. The WD takes a couple minutes and it dries out internally and the grips hold. I actually just did this to some new bars just yesterday. Rode the bike to and from work…no problems at all.
Out of curiosity, I'm not saying you're wrong or right... I don't know enough to say either way but what makes this a part swap vs a build? Where do you draw the line between the two?
@@benjaminnarez7530 a build is more like a total make over keeping only the motor but its all good it starts by swapping some cosmetics and the more ya learn the more brazen ya get before ya know it ya'll be cuttin hardtails n boring out your motor
@@benjaminnarez7530a lot of folks would consider that line of being a parts swap to a build by means of when you chop the frame for making it a hardtail. But personally if your changing bars, grips, headlight, a seat, different tank, or different air cleaner. I generically would just call it a build ya know. Especially if the bike doesn’t even resemble what the bike started as. Chop what you got
Hello. I like a lot your bike and Prism object ! I would buy the king Cobra seat, for my sportster 1998. I would a seat that also can be comfortable for the passenger. I am troubled of the only 3.9" width in the passenger zone. What can you tell me about? Thank you !!
Nice simple build. I am getting into building bikes more and more all the time. I do see a market for this skill. I appreciate everything you have shared here. Thank you!
I inherited an ‘87 sporty from my aunt, and this is pretty much exactly what I wanna do to it! It’s in pretty rough shape as it’s been sitting in a shed for a few years. I also find myself wearing my checkered vans all the time lol
What a fun build and looks cool too! Shows how you don't need $10,000 in custom tools, equipment nor accessories to make a bike your own. I think sportsters, especially the 883 get too much hate for being just what they are; One of the worlds longest continually produced motorcycles from the '50's. I'll have to check out your other videos now! Great job again!
Love the content bro,stoked I stumbled on it as fingers 🤞 ill be doing same sort of build this summer. I'd love to kno what you payed for ths sportster
Hi, thank you and best of luck on your build. I picked up the 883 for $1,500. which is a pretty great price these days. If you can hold out for a 1200cc I highly recommend it!
So boys and girls, you can spend $1000 to bolt on a bunch of pretties onto an 883 and at the end of the day you are still riding an 883 while $1000 lighter in the pocket. Build, don't buy.
That’s a valid point. The point here was more to show what you can do to a bike that’s often been labeled as a “girls bike” and written off as too slow (which it sort of is). If you can get a good price on a 1200 sporty that’s for sure the way to go. BUT, an 883 isn’t the worst thing ever & I’m having a lot of fun with it.
@@twopencemoto4759 I get it man, everyone starts somewhere, with that said, 883 to 1200 conversion is not as intimidating as it may seem, food for thought.
And let me add that somewhere along the line, Sportsters in general have become defined as "chic bikes" and I could not disagree more. I own several, all HD including an '04 Electra Glide, '88 Superglide and custom built chopper but nothing beats jumping on the Sporty and bangin' around.
I think one of the follow on comments nailed my thoughts, sportsters are certainly a very versatile bike. They are affordable so there is a stigma of it being great “first bike”, but I think it’s a fun little bike regardless, I have a 1200 sporty and sure it’s not my twin cam softail in regards to power, but it’s not meant to be. It’s a fun bar hopper and bobber, and as probably the most customizable Harley in regards to aftermarket parts. If you can afford multiple bikes, why not? I’m about to drop a whole lot more than $1k into my sporty and I’m pumped about it!
@@jeskohelms304 , for sure. Back in the day alot of guys even myself rode them. It was just a good ripper. I rode mine several times for 900 miles one way trip to and from Kansas Army base to Kentucky. They are fun for sure. It's the adventure that counts for me.
Lucas oil 20x50 mineral oil, quiets the bike and valve train and cleans the internals and keeps it cooler by 10-30 degrees, try different oils amd see but from my experience valvoline is shit and doesn't help the bike and seems to have a alot thinner viscosity than Lucas when warm
@@kirbytrees127 Thanks for the pointers im running 20x50 Mobil 1 and it works great early morning and late after noon but during the peak of the day when it's 99 to 105 here in texas it's just a mess lol I'll try the Lucas 👍
@@lildee432 No problem brother. yeah it's pretty well standard harley oil, had it in my bob and after summer here in the Cali desert(110-115) she started pinging real bad and then I switched over to Lucas and she runs so damn quiet now even in the heat and I'll never change my oil brand to something different, it just runs way smoother let alone you can actually feel it, hard shifting went away aswell as some lugging in first. Nothing compares but Goodluck and safe rides my man n God Bless🤝
Awesome vid with great commentary and videography/ editing , nice looking bike when finished,always a fan of sissy bars too,Best wishes to you, from, Auckland, New Zealand ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐👍✅❤🙂🙂😉😉😉🍻🍻🍻
How did you fit the original switch-housings on a bar without dimpling? I tried a non-dimpled Biltwell bar on my 01 sportster and i couldnt fit the housings on as the cables need dimpling on the bar ?
Thanks for the well presented , well shot and interesting video. It was enjoyable and great to see an every-man type of build up. Not the mig welding, plasma cutter, angle grinder, "build not buy" type but the sort that could be done on a spare long weekend. Also can you tell me how you got permission to spray paint stripper in the garden? when I do that I tend to lose a part of my anatomy.
Awesome content bro. You sold me on getting those Prism T Handle Bars for my sporty. Did you have any problems reinstalling the stock controls? I saw some other ones with dimples, but I'm really digging the Prism ones lol
A true build is when you start with basically nothing. You design the frame, the motor and all components. Allot of guys will buy a used bike and add parts to make what they like. Nothing fabricated and built by hand. Take Jesse James for instance, he does a true build. Now you can “build a bike using pre faves parts and it will be unique and different but a true build is from zero.
I realize that beauty is in the eye of the beholder, but these are my thoughts. 1) I have always liked the Harley factory esthetic. I like the original handlebars better then those T bars. I am pretty sure the grips it came with were not original, but I liked them better then the replacements. 2) I noticed that there was a lot of oxidation on the chrome. I would have attempted to deal with that. 3) The seat has the pretense of having space for a passenger. Have some poor girl ride on the back for 15 minutes and ask how she feels about the seat. The old passenger backrest looked more passenger friendly as well. 4) I like the look of fenders. I realize that shortening or removing them has a more bobber look, but I am not a bobber kind of guy. Besides, when you hit a mudpuddle or two, you might realize why they are there. 5) Replacing the exhaust pipes with straight pipes certainly makes it LOUDER. And slower. The illusion of power is not power. Ask what your neighbors feel about straight pipes. It also means that if you want to keep your hearing, you will need earplugs. 6) Does the amber headlight make as much light as the original? Do the new turn signals? 7) I am tired of everything that has a skull on it. My last point is that everything on a bike has a function. Replacing anything with with something else that looks good in your opinion but doesn't function as well is counterproductive. Of course, these are only my opinions. I have a 1200 Sportster which is box stock. I plan to keep it that way.
Saw you wrapping the plane pipes and balance tube but didn,t see you swap them out for the drag/shotgun pipes,that would have been good to watch.
IDK about the WD40 on grips, sounds like an accident waiting to happen. I would recommend using hairspray or an air compressor.
Yeah I second this! I was like holy shot WD-40??? I use clear spray paint. Slips on easy when it’s wet and then dries like glue.
WD-40 for the grips work great. I’ve probably done dozens and dozens of grips with WD-40. No issues ever in any way….if it works it ain’t stupid. The WD takes a couple minutes and it dries out internally and the grips hold. I actually just did this to some new bars just yesterday. Rode the bike to and from work…no problems at all.
the paint didn't even look that bad. you could have probably just buffed it a bit.
Little tip when using aircraft remover after you spray it warp the entire tank in plastic wrap and it helps speed up the process
aircraft remover????? I am actually an aircraft mechanic for a major airline and have NEVER heard of aircraft remover. LOL. Good one dude.
That’s not a build brother, it’s a parts swap.
You’re very right
Out of curiosity, I'm not saying you're wrong or right... I don't know enough to say either way but what makes this a part swap vs a build? Where do you draw the line between the two?
swap deez nuts 🥜
@@benjaminnarez7530 a build is more like a total make over keeping only the motor but its all good it starts by swapping some cosmetics and the more ya learn the more brazen ya get before ya know it ya'll be cuttin hardtails n boring out your motor
@@benjaminnarez7530a lot of folks would consider that line of being a parts swap to a build by means of when you chop the frame for making it a hardtail. But personally if your changing bars, grips, headlight, a seat, different tank, or different air cleaner. I generically would just call it a build ya know. Especially if the bike doesn’t even resemble what the bike started as. Chop what you got
I've found hairspray ideal for grips. Spray heavily inside the grip, jam them on and once the spray dries, it'll help jeep the grips in place.
Yep I rode bmx thats what we did in the 90s
Are you gonna strip that rear fender?
Nothing pisses me off more than when people use that fucking shit "WD40"!!! T bars are another thing that I cannot stand!
No offence dude but you need some real mechanics tools. Manual screwdriver???? No ratchet? combination ratchet wrench?? Make your life easier brother.
Doesn't the WD make the grips spin around on the bars? I've always used spray paint because it acts as a lube and a glue. Great video production!
Hello. I like a lot your bike and Prism object ! I would buy the king Cobra seat, for my sportster 1998. I would a seat that also can be comfortable for the passenger. I am troubled of the only 3.9" width in the passenger zone. What can you tell me about? Thank you !!
So you're just going to spray that shit on that tank outside and on your grass/yard???? WTF is wrong with you??????
Nice simple build. I am getting into building bikes more and more all the time. I do see a market for this skill. I appreciate everything you have shared here. Thank you!
Need to strip the rear fender also. And it would look much better if the seat was black. Nice video tho
Hello
Seat brand and model please and sissy bare brand and model 🙏🏻
TU in advance for your reply
I inherited an ‘87 sporty from my aunt, and this is pretty much exactly what I wanna do to it! It’s in pretty rough shape as it’s been sitting in a shed for a few years. I also find myself wearing my checkered vans all the time lol
Thats awesome! Sounds like you've got a cool project ahead of you! There's so many cool things you can do to Sportsters to make them more unique!
@@twopencemoto4759 yeah I’m looking forward to it
What happened to the exhaust wrap?
You should use 2k clear on the tank, that clear you are using if 1 drip of gasoline gets on it your screwed it will melt the clear
youd probably make money on selling an original paint tank and purchasing a raw one
You're probably right.
What a fun build and looks cool too! Shows how you don't need $10,000 in custom tools, equipment nor accessories to make a bike your own. I think sportsters, especially the 883 get too much hate for being just what they are; One of the worlds longest continually produced motorcycles from the '50's. I'll have to check out your other videos now! Great job again!
Why ruin the sound of the bike with deafening music in the end :/
music SUCKS! It's distracting and annoying!
How tall are those T bars? I can’t decide between 8” or 10” for my 1993 sporty, I’m 5 8”.
I believe they're 9" tall. They're a good comfortable height for me. I'm 6'
No I did not enjoy the video you didn't even start it up
man, this is one of the coolest builds I’ve seen in a while. the simplicity works so well
No anti seize on your new spark plugs?? FKN ROOKIE
They're spark plugs brother not axle bolts😂😂should be noting he didn't check the gap😂
Hipster bike “build”…
Your music is TOO FRIGGIN LOUD!
you ever ride to south east motor sports?
Love the content bro,stoked I stumbled on it as fingers 🤞 ill be doing same sort of build this summer. I'd love to kno what you payed for ths sportster
Hi, thank you and best of luck on your build.
I picked up the 883 for $1,500. which is a pretty great price these days. If you can hold out for a 1200cc I highly recommend it!
So boys and girls, you can spend $1000 to bolt on a bunch of pretties onto an 883 and at the end of the day you are still riding an 883 while $1000 lighter in the pocket. Build, don't buy.
That’s a valid point. The point here was more to show what you can do to a bike that’s often been labeled as a “girls bike” and written off as too slow (which it sort of is). If you can get a good price on a 1200 sporty that’s for sure the way to go. BUT, an 883 isn’t the worst thing ever & I’m having a lot of fun with it.
@@twopencemoto4759 I get it man, everyone starts somewhere, with that said, 883 to 1200 conversion is not as intimidating as it may seem, food for thought.
And let me add that somewhere along the line, Sportsters in general have become defined as "chic bikes" and I could not disagree more. I own several, all HD including an '04 Electra Glide, '88 Superglide and custom built chopper but nothing beats jumping on the Sporty and bangin' around.
I think one of the follow on comments nailed my thoughts, sportsters are certainly a very versatile bike. They are affordable so there is a stigma of it being great “first bike”, but I think it’s a fun little bike regardless, I have a 1200 sporty and sure it’s not my twin cam softail in regards to power, but it’s not meant to be. It’s a fun bar hopper and bobber, and as probably the most customizable Harley in regards to aftermarket parts. If you can afford multiple bikes, why not? I’m about to drop a whole lot more than $1k into my sporty and I’m pumped about it!
@@jeskohelms304 , for sure. Back in the day alot of guys even myself rode them. It was just a good ripper. I rode mine several times for 900 miles one way trip to and from Kansas Army base to Kentucky. They are fun for sure. It's the adventure that counts for me.
brown seat. Negative.
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Great content brother! I myself am doing some bike builds. Stoked for you 🤙🏼
Thank you very much! I'll check your your channel!
Great build! Just bought my first harley a 89 xl883. What kind of oil do u use for your transmission and primary?
Lucas oil 20x50 mineral oil, quiets the bike and valve train and cleans the internals and keeps it cooler by 10-30 degrees, try different oils amd see but from my experience valvoline is shit and doesn't help the bike and seems to have a alot thinner viscosity than Lucas when warm
@@kirbytrees127
Thanks for the pointers im running 20x50 Mobil 1 and it works great early morning and late after noon but during the peak of the day when it's 99 to 105 here in texas it's just a mess lol I'll try the Lucas 👍
@@lildee432 No problem brother. yeah it's pretty well standard harley oil, had it in my bob and after summer here in the Cali desert(110-115) she started pinging real bad and then I switched over to Lucas and she runs so damn quiet now even in the heat and I'll never change my oil brand to something different, it just runs way smoother let alone you can actually feel it, hard shifting went away aswell as some lugging in first. Nothing compares but Goodluck and safe rides my man n God Bless🤝
@@kirbytrees127 MLL&R my bro 🙏
Love your style 👍 Vans n nudie jean. What type of nudie u wore? Thanks 🙏
Awesome vid with great commentary and videography/ editing , nice looking bike when finished,always a fan of sissy bars too,Best wishes to you, from, Auckland, New Zealand ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐👍✅❤🙂🙂😉😉😉🍻🍻🍻
The seat seems lose and why wouldn't you throw a tin fender on to match? Not hating just saying if your gonna do it 🤷
Nice , right now I have my 87 xlh1100 up on the table and I'm building exhaust
Such a great channel!
Thanks bruv!
Hey my friend try using your air compressor blow valve to put your grips on next time like your videos
Выхлоп мотал, а в конце другой выхлоп, попробуйте объясниться )
How did you fit the original switch-housings on a bar without dimpling?
I tried a non-dimpled Biltwell bar on my 01 sportster and i couldnt fit the housings on as the cables need dimpling on the bar ?
I think I had to use an angle grinder to create divots in the bars to accommodate.
Love the changes sir! I have the exact bike 2001 Sportster 1200 Custom and love how it rides.
Love the channel, I’ve always wanted a Harley. Just subscribed.
I would to have those bars that you're taking off of that bike
awesome video that bike looks amazing love the drone footage was badass👍
exhaust rap is going on the other side , back to front ...
Nice man! How comfortable to use that gauge on a fork btw?
What is that gold helmet on the left? At the beginning.
I like the cut of your jib good sir 🎩
@Two Pence Moto what is the musik?
Do you have any recommendations on where I can find a seat in this style for an 08 sportster?
Hi, I'd check out PRISM Supply. It's where I got my seat. I've got a link in the video description.
Great budget build
Thank you!
Did all that work then put cheap gas in it
Thanks for the well presented , well shot and interesting video. It was enjoyable and great to see an every-man type of build up. Not the mig welding, plasma cutter, angle grinder, "build not buy" type but the sort that could be done on a spare long weekend. Also can you tell me how you got permission to spray paint stripper in the garden? when I do that I tend to lose a part of my anatomy.
5:35 did you cut in to that box twice lol
Dude what a great job on that sporty
Whose exhaust pipes did you use?
Awesome content bro. You sold me on getting those Prism T Handle Bars for my sporty. Did you have any problems reinstalling the stock controls? I saw some other ones with dimples, but I'm really digging the Prism ones lol
Thanks man! I think I did have to grind down some metal tabs on the controls. Best of luck!
Nice inspired video.
I'd keep it man but I definitely needs an intake⁵
Ya, good call. That would probably come next for sure.
Mac miller lives!
Good vid I hope to do something similar soon
Thank you and best of luck on your build!
Nice
Mirrors ?
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A true build is when you start with basically nothing. You design the frame, the motor and all components. Allot of guys will buy a used bike and add parts to make what they like. Nothing fabricated and built by hand. Take Jesse James for instance, he does a true build. Now you can “build a bike using pre faves parts and it will be unique and different but a true build is from zero.
I realize that beauty is in the eye of the beholder, but these are my thoughts.
1) I have always liked the Harley factory esthetic. I like the original handlebars better then those T bars. I am pretty sure the grips it came with were not original, but I liked them better then the replacements.
2) I noticed that there was a lot of oxidation on the chrome. I would have attempted to deal with that.
3) The seat has the pretense of having space for a passenger. Have some poor girl ride on the back for 15 minutes and ask how she feels about the seat. The old passenger backrest looked more passenger friendly as well.
4) I like the look of fenders. I realize that shortening or removing them has a more bobber look, but I am not a bobber kind of guy. Besides, when you hit a mudpuddle or two, you might realize why they are there.
5) Replacing the exhaust pipes with straight pipes certainly makes it LOUDER. And slower. The illusion of power is not power. Ask what your neighbors feel about straight pipes. It also means that if you want to keep your hearing, you will need earplugs.
6) Does the amber headlight make as much light as the original? Do the new turn signals?
7) I am tired of everything that has a skull on it.
My last point is that everything on a bike has a function. Replacing anything with with something else that looks good in your opinion but doesn't function as well is counterproductive. Of course, these are only my opinions. I have a 1200 Sportster which is box stock. I plan to keep it that way.