![]() ![]() ![]() They were “choppers,” crafted by hand.Ĭhoppers are “a type of customized motorcycle usually defined by a stretched out wheel-base, and pulled back handlebars, and a sissy bar, and a wild paint job,” says Paul d’Orleans, the author of the upcoming book, The Chopper: The Real Story. The motorcycles used in Easy Rider were not simply rolled out of a showroom and in front of the camera. And the man who designed and coordinated the building of the motorcycles, Clifford Vaughs, says he and the other bike builders have not received proper credit for their work. (The three other bikes used in the production were stolen prior to the film’s release.)Īccording to Brian Chanes, acquisitions manager for the auction house, the bike’s estimated value is between $1 million and $1.2 million.īut despite the bike’s fame, the history of the creation of the bikes used in Easy Rider has for many years been largely unknown. The bike currently for sale was partially destroyed in the film’s finale, the auction house says, and then rebuilt by actor Dan Haggerty. Peter Fonda, who played Wyatt in the Dennis Hopper-directed film, rode the so-called “Captain America” bike, named for its distinctive American flag color scheme and known for its sharply-angled long front end. 18, the Calabasas, Calif.-based auction house Profiles In History will auction off what it says is the last authentic motorcycle used in the filming of 1969’s Easy Rider, and what some consider the most famous motorcycle in the world. Rest assured, our engineers rigorously test each component to guarantee quality and compatibility.The Hottest New Biker Book of the Year “The New Age of Biking & Brotherhood” Now Available on Amazon and every major online book retailer. To ensure uninterrupted shipping, some parts may differ from those listed. Rear: Integrated, 120 lb (54kg) carrying capacity, 25.5 mm tubing diameterĬustom Rad Power Bikes moped-style saddle with extra padding, fixed angle, and integrated steel seat postĮxclusive Rad Power Bikes by Kenda K-Rad 20" x 3.3", 4-ply with K-Shield puncture-resistant liner *tires received may not include branding Semi-integrated, 1-1/8" straight steerer tubeĬomposite platform pedals with reflectors, CrMo axle, standard 9/16" x 20 TPI threading dual-sided aluminium chainring guardĪluminum high rise, 686 mm wide, 10" rise If you’re going it alone, carefully hold the book in place and measure from the ground to the top of the book spine.Īluminum alloy comfort grip levers with motor cutoff switchĥ3T chainring 170 mm crank length square-taper J.I.S. If you have a buddy helping you, get them to measure from the floor to the top of the book spine while you hold the book in place. ![]() This may be a bit awkward, but is way more comfortable - and safer! - than trying to ride a bike that is too big. Slide the book upwards towards your groin until it is solidly against your body. Place a hardcover book against the wall with the spine of the book facing upward. ![]() Wearing your regular riding shoes and with your back to the wall, stand with your feet spread so there is about 7 inches between them - this is about the distance apart your feet would be when straddling a bike with your feet on You’ll use this number on the chart to get a feel for how the different models will fit you. This will typically be an inch or two longer than the length of your trousers, but you’ll want to measure to be sure. Your “bike inseam” - or inside leg length - is the distance between your body where it sits on your bike saddle and the ground. ![]()
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