You have made up your mind that you want to own a custom motorcycle, but you are not really sure how or where to start. There are numerous things to consider before you embark on your quest for that original, unique, or unusual custom motorcycle.

First, do you want to fully build a custom motorcycle from the frame up, or to modify an existing bike, or order one already built to your specs?  What size bike are you considering? Small, large or in the middle? Do you want speed & agility, or do you just want to look cool while you cruise the highway?  You will need to decide how much money you can afford to spend in the long run & whether your plan of ownership will most likely take you weeks, months or even years to complete.

Second, do you have the time to do the modification/customization on your bike yourself, or do you have the ability to have the work done for you. If you plan on doing your own work, (as do most of us) you'll need to consider what tools you might need, where your work space will be located, how much help from like-minded friends you're likely to get, and your level and variety of skills.  Last but not least, do you have the motivation and dedication to continue once you've started creating your own custom motorcycle?

Third, how much work should be done to a bike to make it a custom motorcycle anyway?  This is a controversial argument.  Some say it's not a custom motorcycle, unless you change out basically everything on the bike and others say changing just a few things makes it custom. This is the logical answer; make it uniquely yours in any way you want!   Build it, modify it, strengthen it, lighten it, expand it, downsize it, make it more agile, paint it, strip it down or build it up, just make it yours!  If you have had it modified and it is no longer "stock", or you've modified it yourself, congratulations! You now own a custom motorcycle!

Fourth, get out there and ride!!