I saw several OCC bikes before they hit tv, and I didn't like them then.I'm not jealous of them, they can build better than me, I just don't like their style.As far as the theme bikes, they are clearly made for show, I'd like to see someone turn one of those around in a 2 car garage.As far as Jesse james goes, I've liked his stuff since the first time I saw it in a magazine, long before motorcycle mania.Killer looking, no frills, functional bikes.Looks as though a regular guy could actually work on it if he had to.

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I like the fact,when your on a OCC bike you gotta hang your head out, way to the right or left so you can see passed the gas tank!! lol

 

I'm not really sure of what there is there to be jealous of? I have a great wife (19 years and going strong). I have a daughter entering dental school. A son achieving honor roll grades in Junion High school, I'm 4 weeks away from completing my Masters Degree. I teach high school, my wife teaches High School. I own a business (18 years now), and I still maintain my privacy. If anything, these guys should be jealous of me.

What do they have? A lot of money, and alot of fun....wait, I am jealous. Just kidding. I would love to be able to live a somewhat looser lifestyle, but I work with kids everyday, and ride my Harley (when spring finally gets here) to work and on the weekends. I really have nothing to be jealous of...but that money would be nice.

 

Look at this link. That is the day that we met up with Billy Joel on his OCC bike, talking about the problems with the bike.

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I dont mind watching any of the biker shows, but I do have to say that I am pretty worried about how they "finish" a bike. And by finish, I mean basically put every type of "jerry-rigging" technology to work. They hammer, pry, and beat the bike into place?? Maybe this is why I let Harley do all the guess work. I personally wouldnt ride one of those show bikes more than about 3 miles!! I would be afraid parts would start falling off...

 

A few years ago, OCC was to lead Rolling Thunder thru DC. The bike didn't even make it to the parade route. I know any bike can break down, but I don't think those bikes are made for an all day ride. Just my opinion.

 

I used to watch most of the time, I thought when Paul Sr. threw a tantrum or they got in a hollering match it was just part of the entertainment. But when the episode came one were they moved out of the old shop and destroyed the place with a truck I thought that's enough, I ain't watching these morons anymore. As far as their instant fame and fortune, good for them.

 

Do you remeber when Paul Jr. bought PaulSr. the Harley for his birthday. That Harley was the best looking bike I ever saw on the show. Still love Cody's bike.

 

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Yeah, I think it was an Ultra-Classic. Jr. acted like he never saw anything like it before, and Mikey got jealous cause he wanted one too. I found it entertaining that they have a whole shop full of customs yet they will still go out and buy a Harley.