I’m awfully late to this, but this bike looks incredible. Makes me want to hire you to build me a custom bike out of a bit nicer base model. Really love the work you did here. 10/10
@Luciano_Magalhaes
6 жыл бұрын
Very good, great work !
@mansefbl
7 жыл бұрын
Sweet Sweet bike man! Is the rear fender as wide as your rear tire? or is the fender a bit wider?
@TheThornes
7 жыл бұрын
mansefbl ... same width mate.
@alexxavier1980
6 жыл бұрын
It's a great motorcycle!! Congratulations!!! How wide is the handlebar?
@TheThornes
6 жыл бұрын
Alex Xavier thanks mate. Not sure to be honest
@alexxavier1980
6 жыл бұрын
Could you measure? I liked this wide!! Do you bought or made?
@TheThornes
6 жыл бұрын
Alex Xavier already sold
@RanGer-498
7 жыл бұрын
Berno side saddle bag mod
@TheThornes
7 жыл бұрын
RanGer498 ... indeed it is
@RanGer-498
7 жыл бұрын
TheThornes did you use the same thickness of metal or a different thickness? and did you do the bends yourself?..bike looks fantastic.
@TheThornes
7 жыл бұрын
RanGer498 5mm steel. Got a friend to use an industrial folder to bend it for me.
@filmfreaken
8 жыл бұрын
Which seat mount/pan + rear fender is that, i'm looking for that combo.
@TheThornes
7 жыл бұрын
blue collar bobbers in the USA
@mullaway5746
3 жыл бұрын
My wife won't let me keep it, bro that's pitiful, u need a new wife lol
@tonyhughes747
6 жыл бұрын
That’s exactly how I’d want to build my own bobber. Love the looks. I’d buy that bike if it was in Toronto
@juliogarza592
3 жыл бұрын
I named this bike “The black stallion” it’s a beauty!! I have a 2000 Yamaha V Star 650 custom and would love to customize it just like yours man!! Do you happen to have the links on where you purchased the accessories such as the led strip, signal lights, bags, etc!! Just fell in love with that black stallion!!
@lancethorne9410
2 жыл бұрын
Hi there Buddy. So sorry I haven’t left a message earlier. Unfortunately I don’t have any links. It was so far back. Wish you all the best with your build
@Heroesworkshop
2 жыл бұрын
This is the best looking Vstar bobber. You made it look like it’s worth a lot more. A lot of people make it look like junk and basically destroy the value. Well done. I’d love to do one like this at some point.
@lancethorne9410
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks a lot mate. Wish you all the very best with your build.
@Diego-Delgado
4 жыл бұрын
you wanna keep it but your wife wont let you? what the fuck is that nonsense. since when does the wife decide whats gets kept and let go. shed be out the door if she told me I needed to get rid of something I made and want to keep. that's crazy
@tinrat-n-teet
6 жыл бұрын
Your wife won’t let you? I never understood that...so you have to sell something you want to get something she wants? Is that it? Never understood that logic , just get her what she wants as well ....
@nilosoares3798
7 жыл бұрын
God... the sound of this engine/exhaust... is amazing!
@TheThornes
7 жыл бұрын
Nilo Soares . thanks mate. it had a beautiful tone to it.
@Tirah5
2 жыл бұрын
A man had to kill his dream to get a kitchen for his woman.
@mr.motormaster9881
5 жыл бұрын
Get rid of wife...say hello to life.
@danevirke
5 жыл бұрын
Question. Is there anyway you can install a removable backseat on this bike?? Want to keep it as it is. But if you get a girl😜 you need space for her...
@tylerssoul
4 жыл бұрын
One of the reasons I haven't modified mine
@vickymcleod5244
3 жыл бұрын
Nice Bike and a Christmas tree at night .
@melvinoliva7357
4 жыл бұрын
What size tire are those and brand?
@sebastiensiegenthaler8121
6 жыл бұрын
Hi! Back again, I would love to get in touch with you as I bought the same bike and currently customizing it, Love your work and would like to ask you some questions and tips. Can I send you an email?
@TheThornes
6 жыл бұрын
Sebastien Siegenthaler no worries... email me at strictlysignups@gmail.com
@Mylife-tn8ig
4 жыл бұрын
You want to keep it but your wife wont let you ..... WTF!!! This is what is wrong with men nowadays they are too controlled by their woman. If the wify wants a new kitchen then you tell her we will find a way but the bike stays no if and or buts. she will respect you more for it. Woman respect a man that stands up for himself they may not like it but they will respect it. Stand up for your shit !!!! And PS it was a beautiful bike loved how you did it. you should have kept it.
@mathieudager4234
6 жыл бұрын
Holy Shoot, bike’s awesome looking man. Guessing by now it’s long been sold to a lucky new owner. Great job done though. Blue Collar Bobbers’ kits add so much to these choppers.
@TheThornes
6 жыл бұрын
Mathieu DAGER cheers mate. Miss the bike. Into Dual Sport ADV now and loving it.
@erasmomoreno1218
3 жыл бұрын
Did you sold it yet !? How much are you asking for it ?
@baldarian6899
Жыл бұрын
hello, can you send me the references of the rear lights under the mudguard that you installed, your project is superb,,
@franyiortiz1514
11 ай бұрын
We need a parts list with links man cuz damn that looks good
@andrewconcepcion2660
5 жыл бұрын
Wow!!! Amazing!!! I wish I can buy her🙏🙏🙏
@par4par72
Ай бұрын
When you bought your wife's ring ..did you get one for your nose as well ??
@TheThornes
8 жыл бұрын
The kit is from Blue Collar Bobbers, It came with a 1969 Bullet style rear brake light. Unfortunately is illegal to have in NSW so I bought a LED strip online from Custom Cruisers in USA.
@TheThornes
7 жыл бұрын
The number plate holder I got from MCA in Parramatta NSW for about $80, and the LED running light I got from Custom Cruisers in the USA
@corz114
7 жыл бұрын
Im sorry, but i cant seem to find "Custom Cruisers" ... If its possible can you please put a website up. I think alot of people would appreciate it.
@stevenchalazia4681
7 жыл бұрын
still for sale mate
@TheThornes
7 жыл бұрын
facebook.com/customdynamics/. Got my tail light from here
@markogolic277
7 жыл бұрын
is this l plate approved
@leigha31
7 жыл бұрын
awesome bike mate! Great to see so many custom parts and the fact that its still so neat and tidy! I went on that custom cruisers website but couldnt find that LED strip light?
@TheThornes
7 жыл бұрын
leigha31 sorry you couldn't find it. Thats definitely where I bought it from.
@roy1928
7 жыл бұрын
beautiful bike brutha! just bought my first bike last week and its a vstar 650. will be doing a bobber build as well. What wheel/tire sizes were you running on that bad boy if you dont mind me asking?
@TheThornes
7 жыл бұрын
Roy Cisneros not sure mate. wheels and tyres were already on the bike.
@roy1928
7 жыл бұрын
Cool. What front forks/shocks are you running?
@TheMarcosdeo
3 жыл бұрын
I just bought one last Friday and I seriously cant wait to ride it. I just need this Brisbane weather to clear up.
@zeronomon
3 жыл бұрын
Just bought mine two Fridays ago. Now I can’t wait for spring here in Ontario Canada.
@TheMarcosdeo
3 жыл бұрын
@@zeronomon Hell yeah! Let's go for a ride!! 😋
@tazmoto94
Жыл бұрын
How did you fit the rear fender to the frame?🤔
@fabiomiranda4070
6 жыл бұрын
What are the tire sizes? Your bike was fantastic !!!
@DonClemenster
8 жыл бұрын
Lovely bike!! I'm currently trying to rebuild an older mistreated XVS650, and i really like the way you did yours. May i ask were you found the rear fender, Led strip and license plate mount? Good luck on the sale :)
@TheThornes
7 жыл бұрын
Rune Madsen cheers mate
@lancethorne9410
2 жыл бұрын
Hi mate, I found the number plate mount at a local bike shop, and got the LED running light strip from a website in the US. Along time ago now so I have no idea. Wish you well with your build
@abigail_mcleod
3 жыл бұрын
Love the fender and the brake lights .
@sll-tt6bj
2 жыл бұрын
Nice setup
@Frankstar1981
2 жыл бұрын
where can i buy exactly this Harley front Fender?
@PrendkiProntek
Жыл бұрын
It seems like plan for the rest of winter time with my bike :D
@ImportJunkyz
6 ай бұрын
get rid of the wife, problem solved 🤭
@frios011
Жыл бұрын
Wife won’t let me keep it? What does that even mean?
@Giddyup0
16 күн бұрын
How’d you do that led strip please
@ultramaximusreviews
Ай бұрын
That tail light is slick
@jewelleryrecoveryspecialists
5 жыл бұрын
TheThornes, did you sell your bike bro??
@coachsyauqi8210
Жыл бұрын
It's my dream to have a custom bobber
@Goran2551
2 ай бұрын
I don’t understand the …” the wife wants is gone thing …you built it you’ve earned it…if you want to sell it …it’s your choice…I have sold many items to fund other things…but not because my wife told me too … that’s not right…I have a Yamaha x s 650 bobber project…a 1986 Korean 250 …a triton 26 ft yacht…..17 guitars …a custom snooker table … I worked for them I’ve earned them …
@lancethorne9410
2 ай бұрын
I get what you're saying but it's not exactly what I meant. It's was time to sell it because I also wanted to sell it. Context. .
@Goran2551
2 ай бұрын
@@lancethorne9410 all good …it’s just that I here a lot of…the wife wants it gone…this is how I pick up all my bargains lol….its a shame on all,the work you put into it …but then again I’ve done the same myself ….good luck with you next project …
@lancethorne9410
2 ай бұрын
@@Goran2551 no worries mate. I ended up going down the adventure bike route and really enjoying it
@AKABLACKKGYPSY
Ай бұрын
BEAUTIFUL 😮 GREAT WORK!
@안문광
4 жыл бұрын
Yamaha xvs650👍👏👏
@crypto_que
7 жыл бұрын
awesome awesome job with this build! very clean this design absolutely timeless! I think exhaust wrap is to insulate the pipe so the heat stays inside. This is done not just for rider comfort but keeping exhaust gasses hot does aid in power production. are you building anything else? If so please keep us posted.
@TheThornes
7 жыл бұрын
highermath CT cheers. Perhaps down the track I'll consider it again.
@normasnockers323
3 жыл бұрын
This is an absolute grade A Bobber. A treat to see. Thanks mate.
@lancethorne9410
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you very much. Glad you enjoyed it.
@damianalleyn9567
7 жыл бұрын
Very nice man. Im about to buy my first bike and this looks exactly like what i want. great work.
@marcstadtlander5932
7 жыл бұрын
Ok
@TheThornes
7 жыл бұрын
Damian Alleyn thanks buddy. It's easy to do if you have the tools and know how, or a couple of buddies who know how to fab stuff and wire it up.
@СергейМартьянов-х8щ
2 жыл бұрын
Hello. I love your idea of attaching the pannier to the bike! Can I have a photo and dimensions of the bracket for fixing the wardrobe trunk? Thanks!
@Pogromca
7 жыл бұрын
I love this Bobber
@TheThornes
7 жыл бұрын
Pogromca ... cheers. I miss it dearly.
@jpegster64
7 жыл бұрын
id get rid of the wife before id get rid of the bike......nice work
@MildRider1
7 жыл бұрын
Great build mate. loving the fatboy front fender it's a great touch.
@TheThornes
7 жыл бұрын
Jorge Salas thank buddy. Really miss it. Was a sweet ride
@chappy4944
5 ай бұрын
Bloody great mate.
@malik.9099
6 жыл бұрын
How much you want for it ?
@zhakiry1
4 жыл бұрын
Hello. I have the same bike and would love to customize it like this one. Could you let me know what parts you put on this?
@melvinoliva7357
4 жыл бұрын
Same here bro
@BBrodieMarshall
4 жыл бұрын
Look up Blue Collar Bobbers
@TungChungBoxing
7 жыл бұрын
Amazingly Done Well. Bravo
@runifuceeme406
3 жыл бұрын
WELP, IF THAT DOESN'T MAKE YOU NOT WANT TO GET MARRIED, NOTHING WILL..
@sigsauer5785
5 жыл бұрын
How much it vas?
@Draftsman_MC1300
5 жыл бұрын
Not only does it sound like one, that headlight visor and bar bag make I look like a train too, which I dig
@TheThornes
5 жыл бұрын
The Shadow Philospher thanks buddy.
@gardini100
3 жыл бұрын
looks fantastic
@luizoliveira9351
2 жыл бұрын
Sua moto é perfeita! Parabéns meu irmão.
@Randomhero413
5 ай бұрын
Clean. Very nice.
@optimusrhys
6 жыл бұрын
Nice bike! Can you tell where you got the straps that hold the fire extinguisher?
@lancethorne9410
2 жыл бұрын
The bracket and straps came together with the fire extinguisher. That is part of the reason why are used that particular extinguisher. All I did was expelled the contents, and chopped off the bottom. Then added a plumbers plug
@mikeharrison6570
Жыл бұрын
Where did you get the seat pan and seat? Also the rear fender with light?
@devonboyd533
3 жыл бұрын
I had my earbuds in Full blast did not expect that train horn Ouch
@namarcamusic
10 ай бұрын
Love this bike
@Snetesov
5 жыл бұрын
Hello, I can not find the same led stop signal, could you send me a link? pls, thanks
@danielserra2116
6 жыл бұрын
Love it
@diceautosllc
Жыл бұрын
Nice bike! Where did you get those side mirrors from?
@Tommygun243
3 жыл бұрын
Only issue i have is the side bag kinda hides your left rear turn signal..
@homerfj1100
2 жыл бұрын
As usual, I'd buy the bike if it was in the UK.
@oldfellafpv7770
5 жыл бұрын
love the bike looks great ..... you have done me a first never heard that exhaust rap help compression hope your onto some thing
@lancethorne9410
2 жыл бұрын
The idea of the wrap is to keep the gases hot and double burn… Apparently anyway
@Yulla_mx5
3 жыл бұрын
Do you know who made the rear fender and the bobber kit? :)
@00SamG
2 жыл бұрын
🤗
@gardini100
3 жыл бұрын
why do I always like the unpractical?
@MarioFazer250cc
7 жыл бұрын
Beautiful bike brother!! Amazing 😉
@TheThornes
7 жыл бұрын
Thanks mate!
@MarioFazer250cc
7 жыл бұрын
TheThornes / haha
@juandeleon4270
3 жыл бұрын
I know this is old but what size are those tires???
@twowheelmaniac9212
7 жыл бұрын
well keep the bike and get a new wife m8;) although im only 17 im thinking of buying one, and im pretty long, how is it in size? Im concerned that i look too big on the bike:/
@TheThornes
7 жыл бұрын
Two Wheel Maniac you will mate. not made for tall fellas.
@danndo63
7 жыл бұрын
Sick looking bobber makes me want to try it!
@TheThornes
7 жыл бұрын
Danny Docekal thanks.... miss it like crazy.
@milks0859
4 ай бұрын
Preciosa y muy equilibrada.
@mrpoppincz8432
3 жыл бұрын
Where did you get the rear fender and brake light???
@darryllzwiers7257
4 жыл бұрын
Was this from the American bobber kit?
@pongosson
7 жыл бұрын
I'm looking for that exact solution for a back light as it's illegal in my country as well. I can't find it on custom cruisers and nothing like it anywhere else. Do you have a link for the light, and I would really like to know how you installed it!
@TheThornes
7 жыл бұрын
You should be able to find it on Custom Cruisers still. Email them and ask. I took the back fender off and fed the wiring up through the inside of the fender. A couple of mates who are handy really did a great job on it.
@JD-si2ut
5 жыл бұрын
Really nice build, just wondering about the LED strip, how did you mount it under the fender? Is it the truFLEX brand? did you use the side mount option (extra double sided tape) to mount it? Thanks in advance
@OutbackOutlaw
4 жыл бұрын
JD yo gonna make it shweet man
@jootai
2 жыл бұрын
where did you get that rear fender mate?
@isidrol.5980
Жыл бұрын
holy crap that's some gorgeous work
@viltipoco1721
2 жыл бұрын
Las motocicletas Japonesas son las mejores
@revelationakagoldeneagle8045
2 жыл бұрын
How's the wife's new kitchen looking? 😁 Beautiful bike... you did a great job customizing it.
@lancethorne9410
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks a lot mate. Kitchens coming along just fine. Wish you all the best
@revelationakagoldeneagle8045
Жыл бұрын
Just now seeing your reply 😊 That's great brother ✌️😎 Blessings from Georgia USA 🍑 🙏 I own a 2008 V Star Silverado Classic that I'll hopefully be working on during the winter months. It was stolen a couple of years ago and somehow made it's way back to me. It sustained some damages, but nothing I can't repair or replace. She'll be running and on the road again one day. Keep The Shiny Side Up Brother 👆 🪶
@janjansen4517
7 жыл бұрын
a bike like that cost how much? can u give me a specification?
@TheThornes
7 жыл бұрын
you can pick one up for around $5,000 - $7,000 depending on the kms and age. It's a Yamaha XVS 650cc Dragster 1998.
@MOAB1980
6 жыл бұрын
TheThornes and then? The price to build it like That?
@steffenjensen2250
7 жыл бұрын
Hello. where did you get the horn? Any website? im from denmark, so it could be nice if they could bring it to me :)
@TheThornes
7 жыл бұрын
Steffen Jensen ... sorry for late reply. Try googling "bad boy dual tone airhorn" You'll find it for sure. Best of luck
@LIONKILLER1986
7 жыл бұрын
Without those risers , dragbar with touch the tank when you turn ?
@TheThornes
7 жыл бұрын
Yes mate they would for sure
@TheThornes
6 жыл бұрын
Sure would mate
@MrChristiano870
5 жыл бұрын
what size drag bars? where are the risers from?@@TheThornes
@melchorcatolico
7 жыл бұрын
how much did you sold this beauty..?
@TheThornes
7 жыл бұрын
mel catolico $6k
@Mojo27564
7 жыл бұрын
I'll take it
@tonwatonwa
5 жыл бұрын
Cool bike, where can I find number plate holder like yours? Thanks mate.
@TheThornes
5 жыл бұрын
tonwatonwa bought it from MCA in Sydney. 👍😎
@corz114
7 жыл бұрын
Absolute beautiful bike! Im in the market for one and am bitterly disappointed i missed out in buying this beast!! And sold it for only $6k... ✌️
@TheThornes
7 жыл бұрын
Corza D33 ... sorry for late reply. They'll be a nice bike out there waiting for you. You can always try customizing one yourself? Heaps of fun.
@corz114
7 жыл бұрын
TheThornes i bought a Vstar 1100 today!! So happy. Got it at a great price too with low kms. 👌 ordered my blue collar bobber kit today as well & cant wait to receive it and start having some fun! Yippie ki yay 👍👍
@planetdiver1
4 жыл бұрын
Do you have any link for the airhorn?
@marijnblom15
4 жыл бұрын
Could you explain how you use / where you'd get the 'highway cruise' grip thingy?
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