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Been a long time...

2011-11-25T17:55:00.000-08:00

Yes,we know..
No we haven't fallen to the evil doers nor have we closed up shop. We are just busy...really busy..
Now that things are leveling off a bit I have a chance to update this place.
We have tons of new stuff coming out this build season including our very own DIY hardtail that a monkey could install.
I have a few new builds roaming the streets but for some reason we are really bad about snapping pics of them..
Maybe sometime in the near future..

99 buell build FOR SALE

2011-06-06T20:01:00.000-07:00

If interested you can email us at sales@ardcorechoppers.com

"77 probelms"

2011-04-23T21:04:00.000-07:00

older build fresh pics..

Donnie Smith Show...

2011-03-28T18:55:00.000-07:00

Well we just got back from the show.. great show,great turn out. Thanks to everyone that stopped by the booth.

Zero Chance for Survivor

2011-02-21T19:11:00.000-08:00

OK boys and girls here's bike a guy named Brian Blanton is putting together using one of ours frames.
Brian seemed to inherit the bastard child frame that nobody wanted.. Long story short we built this frame for a customer,customer never paid balance,we sold frame to someone else,they sold frame to Brian..Well we're glad he ended up with,cuz damn he's putting together one cool looking xs with it.
We inquired with Brian's friend Jason,another customer of ours,to find out more about this dude and this is what Jason had to say..
"One of the coolest dudes you will ever meet and best friends you could ever have. Does this stuff cause he loves it. He doesnt ask for anything in return. He has his own style and definite vision. We work on our bikes at the golf course he works at and we call his "shop"--Shot-Out & Son Cycles--. Everybody brings bikes by to get something welded on or made for them."
Sounds good to us.We dig it..Keep it up and get that mother on the road..

Jason your bikes next...

Alright enough bla bla blahin' now with the pics..

check out that nifty little detail..

As we keep finding pic on the interwebs or maybe he'll just send us some so nate can lose them again, we'll keep you updated on this one..

FU's on a dyna?!

2011-02-14T08:54:00.001-08:00

Coming Soon...

2010-12-18T14:24:00.000-08:00

NICE!!!

2010-12-15T17:41:00.000-08:00

Congrats to Nori out of CA..He won best metric at the David Mann Chopperfest with his Ardcore hardtailed XS..Bike turned out killer!!!
A well deserved win for a well thought out build.

Found...

2010-12-14T09:20:00.001-08:00

Our new sporty/buell frame..

2010-12-04T23:24:00.000-08:00

NOW AVAILABLE FOR ORDER..PLEASE EMAIL US HERE FOR MORE INFO.

News..

2010-11-26T19:47:00.000-08:00

We are happy to say that our new sporster/buell frame is now available for order.
Here's the bike we put together using on newest frame.

On another note our painter went all fancy and put together a website..
You can now contact him directly here.

FOR SALE

2010-11-09T16:47:00.000-08:00

Custom painted sporty tank..
Heavy flake,black,candy tangerine and brandy wine fades,with pin striped accent.
$450 shipped in the Con US.

This Weekend...

2010-11-08T18:13:00.000-08:00

We will down in Louisville,Ky for the Easy Riders tour with our newest build..If you want to see what we've been up to come to the show and check it out..We will have pics as soon as we can coordinate everything with The Mayor

More fresh paint...

2010-11-02T13:56:00.000-07:00

needs some paint work done on your project? hit up our painter

fresh from the paint shop

2010-10-03T17:39:00.001-07:00

Another fine paint job from our painter..

Something new...

2010-09-19T18:29:00.001-07:00

Coming very soon..We have been busy as all get out the past few months.. In the next couple of weeks we will have some new stuff for you to gaze at..
In the meantime take a look at a project our painter is working on..the guy must be outta his mind saying yes to a paint job like this.

Windy city roller...

2010-08-03T18:28:00.000-07:00

Eric up in Chi-town had us build him a frame and add some bits..This is what he and his brother did after we did what we do..
Looks killer..

Holy Moly!!!

2010-07-19T16:51:00.000-07:00

You know we build frames for the XS but did you know we will build a frame for all chain drive motors?
That's right even one of these..

Stumped...don't have a clue WTF kinda motor that is..Well its one built briggs motor..
that's right a Briggs and Stratton.
Story goes this crazy kat Bob had this frame all spec'ed out and wanted us to build it..so we did..The bike above is the end product.
I know you're looking at that bike thinkin' "it can't be that fast.." well guess again..
Bob sent us a dyno sheet on it and here it is.

not too shabby..

Update on Bruce's build..

2010-05-30T20:17:00.000-07:00

Just click the pics and take a look for yourself..
this build is coming together great.

going no where fast...

2010-05-28T19:21:00.000-07:00

if you're in to open wheel racin' and plan on watchin' the roundy round race that happens in our fair city.Keep your eyes on the middle of row 3 for the number 20 car.Nate did it up nice for old Ed.

Oh no!!!

2010-05-24T21:19:00.000-07:00

as of this morning our phone system is fucked...
if you're the guy that called 40 times...yeah we heard you we just can't answer it,cuz well it's fucked...

So just like the message says please email us for a faster response..This should be a good rule of thumb for anyone..
Cuz let's face it we are way too busy to put done the welding torch and answer the phone..if you're a lucky bastard you may get to talk to us..but thats only if it's our union break time and even then your lucky.
So just email Nate...And please be patient cuz you're not the only one harassing the guy..I mean the guys a painter and we all know what years of paint fumes have done to the poor guy..

mmmm fruit loops...

another one...

2010-05-21T17:29:00.000-07:00

Alright you cut down crazy kids...We can now get all of your favorite parts from your favorite cut down parts guys in Japan..West Eagle

Tuck and roll...

2010-05-10T21:16:00.000-07:00

We have an ass ton of Biltwell tuck and roll seats in stock and ready to ship..
Email for pricing.

Ben's Build...

2010-05-06T07:23:00.001-07:00

Here's 2 vids Ben put together of his Ardcore framed XS..
While most out there are going for the skinny look Ben went the opposite direction with this very nicely done XS.

Customer built

2010-05-03T12:35:00.000-07:00

Here's drew's build..We did the hardtail,mount some things and added the springer for him..
Should be ready for paint soon..Lookin' good drew..

2010-04-21T20:29:00.000-07:00

Nate just finished up this nice little resto paint job for a local guy..

More from the paint shop..

2010-04-11T12:01:00.000-07:00

2010-04-08T20:55:00.000-07:00

Ok Nate is back and done playing cowboy..We got a call that he ran outta cash and wasn't gonna make it back but lucky for him his daughter is one hell of a street dancer.You should see her do the windmill...

2010-03-27T09:36:00.000-07:00

Just a quick heads up..Nate is heading out of the shop for a week so if you email us with an order or a question be patient it may take few days for someone to get back to you.You can still call the shop, be sure to leave a message cuz lets face it some times we don't hear the phone over all the thrashin' going on.

WHAT!?

2010-03-26T11:08:00.000-07:00

So people always ask us "How loud are your Top Fools?"
Well we don't know cuz we're all a bit deaf,so check out the Flying W getting a quick work out and listen for yourself.

2010-03-24T20:28:00.000-07:00

2010-03-20T13:33:00.001-07:00

el Perro Negro by Ardcore Choppers from Nathan Spainhower on Vimeo.

2010-03-16T23:21:00.001-07:00

Chris' Ardcore build

2010-03-06T21:53:00.000-08:00

Chris down in KY picked up step child project from a guy we did a frame,mids,and tank mount for.
He builds rockcrawlers so the rest of the fab work was a piece of cake for him.The paint set is obviously the one Nate just finished up and I have to say the whole combo of details make one good looking bike.

VOTE!!!

2010-03-01T21:13:00.000-08:00

Yo if any of you fine folks in blogger land are on Chop Cult head over and vote for the
The Wizard Sleeze

Oh yeah and here's some fresh paint..

Come on out...

2010-02-26T05:33:00.001-08:00

To the motorcycle expo this weekend and check out our latest customer build.
Perro Negro will be the blacked out beast sitting next to the Flying W

New build coming soon....

2010-02-13T09:17:00.000-08:00

But until then enjoy this new work from our painter...

A Message From the H.M.F.I.C

2010-01-15T23:12:00.000-08:00

First and foremost from the crew at Ardcore Choppers we would like to thank everyone for their support in 2009. You the customer have made us the premier builder of XS 650 frames on the planet and I would like to personally extend my gratitude.
With your global support in 2009 we have experienced some major growing pains which we are diligently addressing as we move forward into 2010. One major area of concern is turnaround time on complete frames. Those of you who have frames on order rest assured we are working our asses off to get these completed and shipped. Our goal for the coming year is to have standard bobber frames in stock and ready for immediate shipment. However, as our market grows there may be instances where we are caught short. Our objective in these hopefully isolated instances is to be able to ship within a week of receiving a order. We are currently implementing plan’s to expand our operation in the areas of equipment and personnel allowing us to increase production to achieve the before mentioned goals within the first quarter. Keep in mind at no point will we sacrifice the quality you have come to know from us to achieve these goals.
For customer support we are looking at ways to step up our email and phone support. Please keep in mind it is not uncommon for us to receive 30 plus emails in a day. We do respond to each and every one but sometimes based on the volume it may take us a day or so. The same holds true for our telephone support. If we are engulfed in getting work done it is often difficult to stop and grab a call from a telemarketer trying to sell a subscription to National Geographic. The easiest way to talk with us is via email however, we do understand there are instances when you need to speak to a live person. If you call and get the recording please just leave a message and we’ll return the call ASAP. Do not call once, neglect to leave a message and then say you can’t get a hold of us. We pride ourselves in offering what many have said to be the best customer support in the business and are committed to building on that reputation. Again if you get the recording leave us a message AND WE WILL RETURN YOUR CALL!.
In closing we have numerous new and exciting products we are getting ready to bring to the market for both the XS guys and others in 2010. Some products we make and use on our full builds and some brand new never seen before. On that note we will be building a new show bike for the 2010 World Championship Of Bike Building as we did receive a invitation from one of the promoters for this years event in Sturgis. Although it will be somewhat kept under wraps till completion (too many guys like to copy our stuff) we feel confident the wait will be well worth it when it is unveiled. For the new year we pledge to you as always, you can count on us to lead the way for quality and innovative products to help you build your dream bike.

Again, thank you for allowing us to serve you and best wishes to you and yours in the new year,
Jon Ard
Ardcore Choppers LLC

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2009-12-20T18:54:00.000-08:00

Left Coast Build

2009-12-07T10:13:00.000-08:00

Here's what one of customers is up to..He went with our standard frame with a nice choice in using the round axle blocks..
This bike will have some very choice parts on it and We are very interested to see how it turns out..
Keep checking back for updates on this one...

Russel's Dirt Bag Challenge Build..

2009-11-22T16:38:00.001-08:00

Here's Russel's bike he and crew put together for the Dirt Bag Challenge using our hardtail..
NICE JOB GUYS!! heard it even took a trophy..

BAD PENNY IS SOLD!!!!!!!

2009-11-21T08:03:00.000-08:00

Here's some fresh paint to roll out of our painters booth..
This tank is headed to Ohio.

Bikes for sale....

2009-10-28T11:05:00.000-07:00

We are also selling "get bent" as a roller..Motor not included.$4,000

$5,000

A sweet customer build...

2009-10-19T07:22:00.001-07:00

Here's an Xs we hardtailed with stock stretch..We think Pete did a great job on it..

OH NO!!!!!

2009-10-08T06:22:00.001-07:00

We are have tech problems with our email right now.So if you have sent us one please be patient we will get back to you as soon as we have it fixed..

Ardcore takes over Midwest Supply...

2009-10-06T08:42:00.000-07:00

This past weekend we headed over to STL to Midwest Motorcylce Supply for their open house bike show..
We walked away with 3 awards which is funny considering its a very heavy HD crowd and having the only metric bikes there we thought this may be a bust. The good people from Midwest love our bikes much to the die hards schgrin..

In other news the site has been update with"Bad Penny" shots...
here's a taste.

"Bad Penny" FOR SALE SOON!!!

2009-10-04T15:22:00.000-07:00

Here's our latest build.
It will be for sale very soon.Styled after the very popular "Flying W"

Check it out...

2009-09-23T16:42:00.000-07:00

The paint section of the site has been updated with some sweet new jobs.

OH NO!!!!

2009-09-22T08:45:00.000-07:00

We are currently out of large and medium shirts....

MOTHER"S LITTLE HELPER HAS BEEN SOLD...

2009-09-12T22:43:00.000-07:00

Our painter is such a whore....

2009-09-10T10:00:00.000-07:00

Not that the guy not busy enough..He had a local custom shop ring him up about giving a 60's ford country wagon's roof a little flavor.
Here's some progress shots..

750 Chopper frame...

2009-09-03T07:27:00.000-07:00

As of late we gotten alot of emails about our Honda 750 spirit chopper frames..So here is one that one of our customer put together..

2009-08-16T10:04:00.001-07:00

FOR SALE!!!!

2009-08-09T17:11:00.001-07:00

$6,000

site update...

2009-08-03T13:20:00.002-07:00

We have been hard at work this summer.
Orders are through the roof,and a few builds have been completed.
Check out the Bikes section for "Mother's Little Helper",the "Flying W" and the new and improved "El Pepito".

If any of you plan on being in the Indy area for the Red Bull Moto GP look for us out and about.Look for the Ardcore crew at the Indy Mile in field we'll be there with our rig hangin' and watchin' some killer roundy round racin'.
stop by and say what's up.

They are all going somewhere...

2009-06-25T21:21:00.000-07:00

Awhile back some of us around the shop were talking about how many frames and parts we have sold yet for some reason we've never seen what people are doing with them..I mean I know the welds are like a roll of dimes splayed down on a strippers buttcrack, but are people just buying them to hang on their walls as fine art?
Well we know that's not true so how 'bout this..
You building something using our parts or frames?
if so send us pics of what you have brewing in your home shop..
Email us your project pic to sales@ardcorechoppers.com and you may find your project on our blog for the world to see..
DON"T MAKE ME POST THE PICS OF TRAVIS IN A BIKINI!!!

some more fresh paint...

2009-06-21T12:39:00.000-07:00

Here is a job our painter just finished for a customer..
I think he killed it again..
click 'em....

2009-05-18T19:07:00.000-07:00

SmokeOut X bound!!!

2009-05-12T11:53:00.000-07:00

Many of you know the SmokeOut at The Rock is this weekend,and we'll be there..
If you plan to order or have ordered please know that the shop is closed until we get back..Hey we need a vacation too,you know?!
We will try to field any emails that come in when we can but don't hold your breath,cuz you might suffocate.
In mean time take a gander at our latest build..It's SmokeOut bound so if you're there check it out...oh and while your at it look for that funny lookin' dude with the mohawk and tell him you want to buy a shirt..

Ardcore at The SmokeOut X

2009-05-07T10:03:00.000-07:00

That's right chopper freaks we will be at The SmokeOut.
We won't have a booth as this is our vacation but if you see us we will have a limited amount of shirts available if you ask.
We will also be there with our newest build which is being finished up as I type this..
Just look for these guys if you want a shirt..

The Flying W tank.

2009-04-21T22:20:00.001-07:00

2009-04-20T10:55:00.000-07:00

NEW T-Shirts!!

2009-04-14T13:56:00.000-07:00

We will have new shirt available on Monday. Shirts are 18 smackers shipped in the CONUS.They were designed by Logi Designs.

More fresh paint...

2009-04-11T10:09:00.001-07:00

Here is some more fresh stuff coming out of our paint shop..This set is headed off to OKC after it's all buffed out.

The Tendon Terror

2009-04-09T09:14:00.000-07:00

Here is another home shop built bike using one of our frames.
The Tendon Terror belongs to a local guy and shop friend Steve,There's a good story behind the name but I'll let Steve chime in on that if he wants.
Steve and his boys built this bike in their home shop and did a damn fine job.Steve had originally planned to paint it up nice, but once his wife saw it all mocked up bare that was the end of that idea.So here it is in all its naked glory.

el Pepito's new clothes...

2009-04-07T06:51:00.000-07:00

Last year Travis ran this bike raw to work out all the kinks.Well the kinks are worked out and the bike as gone through a complete make over.He just got the freshly painted tank and fender on the bike and it looks great.

Customer build...

2009-03-30T10:58:00.001-07:00

Here's what Arnie from Minnesota is doing in his home shop with one of our frames.
Note the nice red details,Arnies tells us the tank and fender will match that great candy red color.
Can't wait to see it finished..Looking good so far Arnie.

lets take a ride on the "Wizard Sleeze"

2009-03-21T11:17:00.000-07:00

ton up on an xs chopper from Nathan Spainhower on Vimeo.

It has arrived!

2009-03-15T20:08:00.001-07:00

The article in Greasy Kulture featuring the "wizard sleeze" has finally dropped into our greasy little hands. We would like to thank Guy over at GKM for putting it in the mag .Also thanks to Tip Top Daddy for the great writing and pics..
The "Sleeze" has the honor of being the first ever jap bike in the mag..

If you would like to see more of the "Sleeze" and the other great bikes and cars featured in GKM head over to greasykulture.com and grab a subscription..You will not be disappointed.

Flying out the door..

2009-03-13T08:45:00.001-07:00

We have been super busy lately with builds but our painter has been just as busy trying to get everyones projects looking good for the season.
Here is an HD set He just did for David Polgreen in MN.
If you need a super high quality paint job at a super good price you should contact us.
Our painter will paint any kind of chop..
Check back soon for updates from around the shop.

The Dutch Know who builds a nice 650

2009-03-07T07:37:00.000-08:00

Hans from Holland sent me this nice article he did on our shop. It was written for the Xs club in the Neatherlands,so I guess it go to show you the Dutch do know what all the finer things in life are..

Fresh paint...

2009-02-18T11:05:00.000-08:00

Here is something our painter is working on for a customer in Texas.
Not done yet but man is it sweet.

The Flying W.

2009-02-02T11:35:00.000-08:00

Here are the beginings of a bike we are building for to crazy motorcycle loving brothers..The Wilkinson Broshttp://www.wilkinsonbrothers.com/ own a local design firm that crank out some super high quality work.These guys love motorcycles of all types and decided when the time was right they had to have a rigid chop job.Well that time is now! So this is the begining of their xs chop job..

Welcome to the Ardcore Chop Blog

2009-01-30T10:38:00.000-08:00

Keep it tuned in here to follow our builds, learn about new parts, and find out what's happening at the shop. You'll see write-ups and pics about Jon's handiwork on the frames, Nate's deep paintjobs, and general talk about chops and bobbers. We're working on a new website and plan on launching it soon. You can see the new landing page here. Let us know whatcha think and feel free to comment on our future posts. In the meantime, don't let the cold weather keep ya down...RIDE WHEN YOU CAN!