What is the most important thing to decide before starting a custom motorcycle build?

Decide how the bike will be used first. Whether it’s for city riding, cross-country touring, camping, or track riding, each purpose points toward different part choices. Once the bike’s intended use is clear, selecting the right components becomes much easier. The How to Build a Bobber guide is a solid starting point for the full build process.

How do I make my motorcycle faster?

Start with a free-flowing air filter and an exhaust system that is properly tuned for your carburetor or fuel injection setup. For greater performance gains, consider increasing engine displacement with a big bore kit and improving airflow with custom camshafts or cylinder head work. Since each modification builds on the previous one, tuning after every upgrade is important.

What should I change first to make my motorcycle more comfortable?

Focus on three key areas: the seat, footpeg position, and handlebar setup. Handlebar rise and pullback typically have the greatest impact on comfort, handling, and riding posture. Investing in a quality seat can also significantly improve comfort on long rides.

Are custom Harley parts compatible with all Harley-Davidson models?

No. Fitment depends on the specific part and model year. Harley-Davidson aftermarket parts are often designed for particular platforms such as Big Twin, Sportster, or Softail models, and compatibility can vary by year range. Always review the fitment information on the product listing before ordering, and contact the supplier if compatibility is unclear.

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Drag Specialties Low Profile Double Bucket 2-Up Seat - Smooth - 1982-2003 Harley-Davidson Sportster XL

$390.95

Drag Specialties Spoon Style 2-Up Seat - Smooth - 1957-78 Harley-Davidson Sportster XL
$354.95

Drag Specialties Predator III 2-Up Seat - Classic Stitch - 1982-2000 Harley-Davidson FXR
$422.95

Drag Specialties Predator III 2-Up Seat - Double Diamond - 1984-99 Harley-Davidson FXST/FLST
$424.95

Drag Specialties Predator III 2-Up Seat - Smooth - 1996-2003 Harley-Davidson FXD/FXDC/FXDL/FXDX/FXDWG
1 review $386.95

Drag Specialties Predator III 2-Up Seat - Classic Stitch - 1982-2003 Harley-Davidson Sportster XL
$389.95

Drag Specialties Predator III 2-Up Seat - Double Diamond - 1957-78 Harley-Davidson Sportster XL
$413.95

Drag Specialties Predator 2-Up Seat - Smooth - 1982-2003 Harley-Davidson Sportster XL
$385.95

Drag Specialties Predator 2-Up Seat - Smooth - 1957-78 Harley-Davidson Sportster XL
$351.95

Drag Specialties Predator 2-Up Seat - Smooth - 1958-84 Harley-Davidson FX/FL
$383.95

Cycle Standard Nose Cone Cam Gear Cover - Black- 1973-92 Harley-Davidson Big Twin
$188.21

Cycle Standard Nose Cone Cam Gear Cover - Black - 1993-99 Harley-Davidson Big Twin
$188.21

Cycle Standard Transmission Neutral Switch 2000-05 Harley-Davidson FXST FLST FLT 2000-04 FXD
$18.41

Cycle Standard Replacement Dished Sprocket - Black - 48 Tooth - 1973-1985 Harley-Davidson Big Twin 1979-81 XL OEM #41470-73
1 review $74.78

Cycle Standard Complete Rear Rubber Motor Mount Kit 2004-13 Harley-Davidson Sportsters
$164.86

Cycle Standard Rocker Oil Lines - Chrome - 1957-85 Harley-Davidson Sportsters
5 reviews $28.88

Cycle Standard Rocker Oil Lines - Chrome - 1966-84 Harley-Davidson Shovelhead
$35.38

Cycle Standard Rear Fender Strut Set - 1977-1984 Harley-Davidson FLH
$109.50

EBC Brakes Sintered Front Brake Pads 2014-21 XL Harley-Davidson
$54.14 $56.31

EBC Brakes Sintered Front Brake Pads 2004-13 Harley-Davidson XL
$46.02 $47.88

Drag Specialties Sintered Front Brake Pads 2008-17 H-D FXD/FXDC/FXDB/FXDL/FXDF/FLD/FXDWG 08-14 FXS/FXSTB/FXSTC/FLS/FLSTC/FLSTF/FLSTN/FXCW/FXCWC/FLSTFB
$38.89

Drag Specialties Front Brake Master Cylinder Assembly - Black - Dual Disc 1982-85 Harley-Davidson Big Twin and Sportster XL
$312.65

Drag Specialties Front Brake Master Cylinder Assembly - Black - Single Disc 1982-85 Harley-Davidson Big Twin and Sportster XL
$312.65

Drag Specialties Front Brake Master Cylinder Assembly - Black - Dual Disc 1996-17 Models (EXCEPT 15-17 Softail, 08-17 Dressers, Trike, 04-17 XL)
$331.73

Drag Specialties Front Brake Master Cylinder Assembly - Black - 2015-17 Harley-Davidson FLS/FLSTC/FLSTF/FLSTFB/FLST/FXSB
$351.87

Drag Specialties Front Brake Master Cylinder Assembly - Chrome - 2015-17 Harley-Davidson FLS/FLSTC/FLSTF/FLSTFB/FLST/FXSB
$307.35

Drag Specialties Front Brake Master Cylinder Assembly - Black - 2014-21 Harley-Davidson FLHT/FLHR/FLHX
$326.43

Drag Specialties Front Brake Master Cylinder Assembly - Chrome - 2014-21 Harley-Davidson FLHT/FLHR/FLHX
$331.73

Drag Specialties Clutch Lever Assembly - Chrome - 2014-21 Harley-Davidson Sportster XL
$129.27

Drag Specialties Clutch Lever Assembly - Chrome - 2004-13 Harley-Davidson Sportster XL
$107.01

Drag Specialties Brake/Mechanical Clutch Controls Kit w/o Switches - Chrome - 2014-21 Harley-Davidson Sportster XL w/o ABS
$447.27

Drag Specialties Brake/Mechanical Clutch Controls Kit w/o Switches - Chrome - 2004-13 Harley-Davidson Sportster XL w/o ABS
$450.45

Drag Specialties Brake/Mechanical Clutch Controls Kit w/o Switches - Chrome - Dual Disc 1996-11 Harley-Davidson FXD/FXDWG 96-03 XL 96-07 FLHR 96-10 FXST/FLST
$416.53

Drag Specialties Brake/Mechanical Clutch Controls Kit with Switches - Chrome - Single Disc 1996-11 Harley-Davidson FXD/FXDWG 96-03 XL 96-07 FLHR 96-10 FXST/FLST
$655.03

Drag Specialties Brake/Mechanical Clutch Controls Kit w/o Switches - Chrome - 2011-14 FXS/FLS/FLST 11-13 FXCW/C 12-17 FXD/FXDWG
$437.73

Drag Specialties Brake/Mechanical Clutch Controls Kit - Black - 1999-07 Harley-Davidson FLT/FLHT
$374.13

Drag Specialties Brake/Mechanical Clutch Controls Kit - Black - 2008-13 Harley-Davidson FLT
$367.77

Drag Specialties Brake/Mechanical Clutch Controls Kit - Chrome - 2008-13 Harley-Davidson FLHX/FLHT/FLTR/FLHR
2 reviews $393.21

Drag Specialties Handlebar Switch Housing Kit - Chrome - 2014-20 Harley-Davidson FLHT/FLHX/FLHR
$113.37

Drag Specialties Brake/Hydraulic Clutch Controls Kit - Chrome - 2017-20 Harley-Davidson FLHT/FLHX/FLHR
$508.75

Lowbrow Customs Sportster Skid Plate - Black - Harley-Davidson Sportster 1991-2003
2 reviews $185.54

Lowbrow Customs Sportster Skid Plate - Stainless - Harley-Davidson Sportster 1991-2003
3 reviews $185.54

Burly Brand Rear Lowering Kit - Black - 2006-2017 Harley-Davidson FXD/FXDWG

$148.46 $164.95

Burly Brand Rear Lowering Kit - Black - 1985-1996 Harley-Davidson FLT

$120.56 $133.95

Burly Brand Rear Lowering Kit - Black - 2000-2003 Harley-Davidson Sportster XL

1 $114.26 $126.95

Drag Specialties Passenger Footpeg Mounting Kit - Black - 2018-21 Harley-Davidson Softails
$151.53

Drag Specialties Passenger Footpeg Mounting Kit 2014-2021 Harley-Davidson Sportster XL
$184.39

Drag Specialties Passenger Floorboard Mount Kit - Black - 2000-17 Harley-Davidson FXST/C, FLST/C
$333.85

Drag Specialties Passenger Floorboard Mount Kit - Chrome - 2000-17 Harley-Davidson FXST/C, FLST/C
$333.85

Progressive Suspension Monotube Fork Cartridge Kit - Standard - 2007 Harley-Davidson XL50 04-10 XL883C 04-09 XL1200R 06-07 XL883R
$316.95

Cycle Standard Headlight Visor - 5-3/4" Headlight - Black - Replaces OEM #69735-05
3 reviews $41.40

Cycle Standard Headlight Visor - 5-3/4" Headlight - Chrome - Replaces OEM #69735-05
$41.40

Cycle Standard Headlight Visor - 7" Headlight - Black - Replaces OEM #69734-05
$26.55 $35.40

Cycle Standard Curved License Plate Bracket - Chrome
$44.81

Cycle Standard LED Turn Signal Kit for 41mm Forks - Smoked Lens - Chrome
1 review $172.34

Cycle Standard Tombstone LED Taillight w/ Amber Turn Signals - Red Lens - Black
2 reviews $110.79

Colony #3596-2 Swing Arm End Plates 1991-2005 Harley-Davidson Dyna - Zinc Plated
$9.68

Colony #3598-1 Steering Damper Rod Lock Spring 1962-1964 Harley-Davidson XLH/XLCH - Parkerized
$19.36

Colony #3602-1 Springer Headlight Lens Gasket 1935-Up Harley-Davidson Knucklehead/Panhead/WL/Servi-car/Hummer
$13.20

Colony #3560-2 Lower Front Tie Rod Set Screws 1920-1984 Harley-Davidson Sidecars
$7.26

Colony #3616-1 Horn Mount Flexible Connection 1936-1941 Harley-Davidson All Models (except VL)
$8.80

Colony #3605-45 Horn Mounting Kit 1936-1941 Harley-Davidson All Models (except VL/RL)
$89.00

Colony #3609-9 Horn Mounting Kit 1952-1954 Harley-Davidson All Models
$37.50

Colony #3608-9 Horn Mounting Kit 1949-1951 Harley-Davidson All Models
$37.50

Colony #3607-13 Horn Mounting Kit 1946-1948 Harley-Davidson All Models
$17.05

Colony #3594-1 Handlebar To Fork Cable Guide Cover 1949-1960 Harley-Davidson Big Twins 1958-1960 Servicar
$16.94

Colony #3588-1 Gas Tank Buffer 1909-1925 Harley-Davidson All 1926-1929 F/J 1930-1936 V/VL
$9.68

Colony #3587-1 Gas Tank Buffer 1936-1947 Harley-Davidson Knucklehead 1937-48 U Models
1 review $20.90

Colony #3599-7 Front Wheel Brake Cable Tube Clamp 1952-E1958 Harley-Davidson K/KH/XL/XLH/XLCH - CAD Plated
$13.31

Colony #3589-1 Clutch Hub Nut 1930-1936 Harley-Davidson VL - Parkerized
$22.00

Colony #3600-1 Buddy Seat Front Mounting Bracket 1936-1980 Harley-Davidson Big Twins - Parkerized
$22.00

Andrews 4-Speed Gear Set 1977-E84 Harley-Davidson Big Twin - Close Ratio
$917.06 $1,018.95

CUSTOM MOTORCYCLE PARTS FOR HARLEY, TRIUMPH, AND BSA BUILDS The parts you choose define the bike. OEM keeps it stock. Aftermarket opens up fitment, finish, and function options the factory never offered. Whether you are sourcing a direct replaceme...

CUSTOM MOTORCYCLE PARTS FOR HARLEY, TRIUMPH, AND BSA BUILDS

The parts you choose define the bike. OEM keeps it stock. Aftermarket opens up fitment, finish, and function options the factory never offered. Whether you are sourcing a direct replacement for a worn component or tracking down a specific piece to finish a chopper or bobber build, the catalog here covers custom Harley parts, BSA, and vintage Triumph across hundreds of categories.

WHY BUILDERS GO AFTERMARKET

Stock parts do the job they were designed for. Aftermarket custom motorcycle parts do what the builder needs:

Fitment Where OEM Falls Short: Finding correct OEM components for older Harley Big Twin, BSA, or vintage Triumph motorcycle parts gets harder every year. Aftermarket and reproduction parts fill those gaps with components built to the same spec or better.
Material and Finish Options: Many aftermarket parts come in finishes the factory never offered, including billet aluminum, stainless, black oxide, and chrome. The part matches the direction of the build rather than fighting it.
Universal Parts for Custom Work: Raw, unfinished, and universal parts give you a starting point to cut, shape, and mount to your specific frame and geometry. That is something a stock replacement never offers, and it is where bobber motorcycle parts and chopper builds get interesting.
Cost and Availability on Older Platforms: For british motorcycle parts and vintage Triumph or older Harley platforms, reproduction aftermarket parts are often the more practical choice on both availability and price.

BRANDS AND WHAT WE STOCK

The catalog covers hardware, fabrication parts, engine components, controls, lighting, and everything in between. Key brands include Colony for hardware and fasteners and Mid-USA for drivetrain and engine components. Fitment data is listed on each product page. If you are not sure what fits your year and model, the team is reachable by chat, phone, or email.

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