| Above almost all else, motorcycle frames shape the | | | | backbone or front downtubes. These are different |
| overall look and feel of your custom chopper. If you're | | | | from Sportster softail frames that have no stretch. |
| mulling over the idea of building your own custom | | | | Rigid Frames: In most cases, rigid motorcycle frames |
| chopper from scratch or from a custom bike kit, | | | | are stretch frames that are angled upward. Where |
| motorcycle frames are the piece around which you'll | | | | other motorcycle frames have both wheels connected |
| want to build your design concept. There are several | | | | to the motorcycle frame through a suspension |
| styles of motorcycle frames to consider depending on | | | | arrangement, rigid motorcycle frames often forgo the |
| the look you're going for and how you'll be using your | | | | rear suspension. |
| custom chopper. | | | | FRX Frames: If you're building a racing bike or dirt bike |
| Measuring Custom Frames: When comparing custom | | | | or are going to be riding on rugged terrain and need |
| frames, you'll notice that they are described in terms of | | | | durability and extra suspension, FRX motorcycle |
| "stretch." The amount of stretch in the downtubes | | | | frames may be your best bet. |
| refers to how much higher the custom frame is than | | | | The Weight Factor: Make sure to consider the weight |
| the stock frame. The stretch in the backbone refers to | | | | of the motorcycle frame before you buy. The weight |
| how much longer the custom frame is than the stock | | | | of the motorcycle frame makes a big difference in |
| model frame. | | | | how smooth of a ride your custom chopper will have; |
| Sportster Style Motorcycle Frames: There are | | | | generally the heavier the frame, the smoother the ride. |
| different styles of Sportster motorcycle frames | | | | However, if you're going to be drag racing, you might |
| designed for the Sportster engine. Sportster | | | | favor a lighter weight. |
| motorcycle frames needs to be extra tough to | | | | Motorcycle frames are literally the backbone of the |
| withstand the weight and rumble of the big Sportster | | | | chopper. You'll want to be selective with all of the |
| engine. If you're going to have oversized tires on your | | | | parts for your custom chopper, but when it comes to |
| custom chopper, you'll probably want to choose a | | | | the motorcycle frame be sure to devote a little more |
| Sportster motorcycle frame like the Hardtail Chassis | | | | time to research, asking questions, and getting opinions. |
| that is built for larger tires. | | | | The motorcycle frame is what holds the entire bike |
| Rolling Chassis Frames: Rolling chassis frames are any | | | | together and choosing a quality, heavy duty |
| type of rigid, swingarm, or softail motorcycle frame | | | | motorcycle frame is well worth the time spent |
| with front and rear wheel assembly and a stretched | | | | shopping around. |