EasyRiders V-Twin Bike Show 2005

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Easyriders has always been known for putting on one of the classiest Bike Shows around and this year was no exception. Although it was cold and nasty out side Charlotte's Convention Center in Charlotte N.C. January 22nd & 23rd things were heating up inside as Easyriders annual V-Twin Bike Show was under way. This years event brought some of the greatest bike builders around, Dave Perewitz, Paul Yaffe, Eddie Trotta, Billy Lane, Chica and many more all competing for top honors. Although Indian Larry is no longer with us he was there in spirit as his memory and creations will live on forever. Once again the Purrfect Angelz teased and entertained the crowed, along with great music from Blackberry Smoke.

I had the pleasure of meeting Billy Lane and talking with him at this years event. For those of you who might not know who Billy Lane is or have only heard the name, he is best recognized from his appearances on the Discovery Channel Bikers Build-Off as well as numerous Motorcycle Magazines

Billy started making custom bike parts for his friends such as his Six Gun handlebar riser claps, Six Gun foot pegs and Loaded Dice shift knobs just to name a few of his creations. A demand for his Six Gun parts grew which lead to Choppers Inc. in 1998. He now holds U.S. patents on many custom bike parts he has created. He builds a few custom bikes a year leaving him time to create new custom parts.

Billy's notoriety grew after appearing on Monster Garage with Jesse James Soon after he was asked to appear in the first installment of the Discovery Channel Bikers Build-Off where Billy competed against Roger Bourget In the second installment he went up against Dave Perewitz and Indian Larry in the third. You can see Billy square off against Mike Brown in the up coming Bikers Build-Off on the Discovery Channel March 8th 2005. As his life continues to pick up momentum his popularity grows to new levels. Whether Billy is building sexy bikes, custom parts, appearing on TV and in magazines to writing a book about his life he still remains grounded, and humble. To learn more about Billy Lane and Choppers Inc. visit Choppers Inc. Also go to EasyRiders for up coming events.

Ride On and Stay Free
 Dee

Issue: (6) 2005c