HISTORY OF EXILE CHOPPERS & RUSSELL MITCHELL
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I was fortunate enough to witness Russ' creations in person when Exile was still in the Valley (late 90s).
At a time of ugly, overpriced, stretched out cartoonish billet barges with Easter Egg paint jobs (that now sell at scrap prices in SoCal) Russ' chops stood out and were the polar opposite of the yuppie choppers being churned out by Reality TV soap operas.
His minimalist style, chunky front ends were made for riders instead of posers. His bikes looked fast standing still. The lack of chrome and flash, replaced with satin black and raw aluminum evoked the essence of hotrodding. They looked like an old front engine dragster or AA Fueler. Russ' bikes stand the test of time and are still cool. To each their own, but I'd skip the graphics and run it raw....along with the Hammer of course. It's a piece of chopper history done correct. Just my 2 cents.
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yup those days are gone unlike today its dyna track shredders passing sport bikes on all the MotoGP tracks of SoCal doing it with 27 Cycles Jiffy tune and the 450 lbs of cubic dollar monster mountain motors of Kraus performance with motogp suspension and twin cam JIMS131 ...and of course the other german of big bear and his dyna titanium made of unobtainium and carbon with gas piggyback ohlins front and rear someone said when pigs fly Screamin Eagle said now they do....and oh btw guess who is saying " i'm baaack" but this time under the official BUELL logo of new and extreme improved EBR's that Eric doesnt have much at all to do with ...check out the new 2021 Buell just released last week
@@anthonyfrederick2188 you say ? i got sum facts for ya to chew on #1 pulled out of all racing since they invented dirt track racing over a 100 years ago so today there is no AMA AFT GNC-1 V&H HD team harley dirt track XG750 racing team and no HD sponsorships or dealer incentive contingencies and that also names there will not be any more championships won by the Vance & Hines Harley-Davidson NHRA Pro Stock drag racing team as the new noob harley team rider angella sampey won the NHRA US NATIONALS CHAMPIONSHIP last years making it the 13th world champ win for harley with the 1st 10 champ wins in a row ..as today the busa fan bois can stop crying cuz there will be no more v twins as the new rule changes for 2021 will forbid it as the v twins have all been out classed to boat anchors by the very ones who put Harley-Davidson back on the map for all those championships over the last 20 years as it's obvious to see that Terry Vance and Brian Hines we're not happy with Harleys sudden breach of contract as everything the Hayabusa boys have been crying in their beer over is now all reality with Brian Hines packing in more than they ever expected as nhra has thrown away the rule book that must have cost terry and bryon all there hd money to allow the all new-and-improved 16 valve 2 liter (almost) Hayabusa Pro Stock way more cubic dollars vs hd pounds of fun as angella sampey is back in her element riding the all new suzuki 4 banger at indy testing her skills that rumor has it makes the spider man look like hes only crawling
Hey ugh, can you link me to these to these "scrap priced" choppers? PLEASE?!!!
@@DrMurdercock
I don't know how often or how you look for bikes but I'm always looking even when I don't need any extra bikes.
CL, Cycle Trader, Offer up, estate sales, driving around looking at properties and clues of what might be hidden for sale.
I look at listings across the country. An era billet barge was recently picked up for $4500 by a friend. Even during the HD Yuppie era, steals were to be had which I personally witnessed. Yuppies or noobs spent big $$$$ only to find they lacked ability or just didn't like riding.
These poor decisions sit languishing in garages next to treadmills covered in laundry. They're out there. Where do you think Kaplan finds bikes? He's not making profit paying what an owner "thinks" their worth. Many chops were cashing in on a fad and bunches were sold in my area off a showroom floor.
Kaplan America , I just wanted to say how much I appreciate your Patriotism in all of your videos ! It would seem there are many people in this country who have lost site of what this country really stands for in my opinion . Anyway thank you and God bless America !!
Agreed Ian, and I'm an Aussie...your inauguration, sorry cold war era parade, definitely did not look like 'the land of the free' too me! But as I'm not an American, this is only my opinion as a foreigner...I have complimented Ken Snr before as I believe he does so much to promote what is good and positive in your Country, ride safe and ride often Ian.
@@tombryan1 What ever you say . Why are people always trying to tell someone else what to do is just baffling to me ? You really must be living in an alternative reality. Have a wonderful life .
god gave you trump, 2 mistakes.
Built by an Englishman ,in the USA , can't get no kooler regards Richard London England 🇬🇧🏴
I love Russels style! Minimalistic, small turn signals, fat tires, straight color schemes and still badass!
It's been 12 years, and I still do not miss that snow, sand and salt !
I always liked Russell's style, one of my favorite builders in the Biker Build Off.
For anyone who doesn't know, at 0:21 shows a big ass hammer. This is old school. It's known as a traffic cop. Someone cuts you off or fucks you over, take their mirror or window. This is old schooooool
Another great video. Smoking a cigar on a bad ass chopper...your the coolest dad in America.
That's the best compliment anyone ever gave me thank you brother ML&R
Hey folks, this is Carl, your NEMM Roaming Diplomat. You'll definitely be the only one on the block with one of these! Exile Choppers are so distinctive there is no mistaking them. I've seen a few machines visit the museum that were clearly inspired by Russell Mitchell, but there is nothing at all like the real thing.
the one element of motorcycles and bike builders... is the individual styles and ideas they bring to the table and motorcycle community...keeping it fresh....and alive...proving there is a type of bike for everyone out there.... !!!!!!
All Exile bikes were always made matte black with no name or graphics for a reason, I remember years ago watching an interview with Russel and he said he wanted everything he made to look like it came out of a Road Warrior movie.
Dream bike when I was a kid... Dad life and nursing covid patients really puts the screws to having fun. Still a timeless badass design
the Exile, Russell Mitchell, ive been following his work since i first saw that trike vs the Occ team, that trike was sick. i became a fan then and there, the huge choppers started started looking glam-rock-tacky which was trending at the time. dont get me wrong they were cool and if it weren't for these shows showcasing that style alot of people would still be ignorant about bikes, ive always liked the stretched out chopper look but i need a bike i can ride and be more practical, Russell steps in with his Bobbers, which were simple, but stylish. dude was punk rock and it reflected in his rides. he pretty much is the godfather of modern Bobbers. we can thank him for bringing back that movement and influenced me into building one, and riding it every chance i get.
Kaplan should do a Q&A and tell what brand of ‘seegars’ he puffin’ on!!!!! Love me some open primaries too:)
True excellence! The graphics y'all designed and applied makes the bike pop. And i loved the story explaining the history of Exile Choppers. As always, great job.
That motor w/ those pipes look & sound so right.Russel always built cool hot rod looking ,simplistic design HD street bike.I love the seat & the use of the rear sprocket & caliper design.Ken looks the part too,imagine cruising into Daytona on that thing!
When he first came out I wasn’t the biggest fan of that style bike but it’s grown on me over the years I do like it it’s pretty wild to even see one of these come through your museum not surprising though💪🏾💪🏾💙👍🏾👍🏾🇺🇸😎
I met Russell Mitchell at the post office back when I lived in L.A. I wanted to talk to him but like everyone else in line at the P.O. in L.A. he looked a bit stressed. I thought about partnering with him to build a guitar line but seems he don't have time for more endeavors. Maybe I will ask him about licensing , who knows?
I swear every chopper looks so badass in it’s own way
That is one gorgeous chopper, built by a man with massive talent!
Looks like a Exile "Steamroller" . My dream bike! Who has 50,000 bucks though? This is what a truly badass motorcycle looks like to me. It has my personality written all over it.
always love each of exile work,hope one day i could afford to buy a harley davidson
Russ was quoted as saying " Motorcycles should only come in two colors, silver or black" ,... I agree !...
Hi Ken, awesome chopper, Exile Cycles are definitely stand out and shout here i am, you’ve seen the rest, now come over and see the best. Did Exile Cycles not have a signature internal clutch system that they fitted to every bike. It really is stunning 🤩, i always loved everything Exile, bikes and trikes. Super video guys. 😎👍👍👍🇬🇧
I was thinking the same. Whoever changed the bars must have changed the throttle also. Russell only used matt finished bars that were either drag or ....can’t remember the real name but I think bull bars might be it. The graphics gotta go too
Music to my ears
Well built machine. Timeless styling. Thx for sharing. 🤙🏼
Reminds me of the movie
Every Which Way but Loose (right turn Clyde) 🇬🇧🇺🇲👍
The Exile is very cool and different looking machine and the story of Mitchell is interesting too.
I'd look STUNNING on that machine!
This bike is spectacular but i like the Exile Steamroller better. I like the Steamroller front end better and other features better. No mistaking this is a badass bike in its own right. I dream of having a bike like this someday. Especially one like the Steamroller!
Always liked exile bikes
I loved watching him build bikes on the old discovery biker build off badass builder
Cool jacket and hammer Ken.. looks bad ass and suits you like crazy!!
Russell designed things that were and still are cool, like internal brake & clutch "levers" along with internal throttle cables. Not a fan of the fat front wheels but if you're gonna run a fat tire, you've gotta run the 15" or 16" wheel! I don't want the 22's and all that mess of big wheels...lol
hey ken never knew of russ mitchell till now . wot a guy you will have to i nvite him to your next bike weekend at the museum makes some nice bikes i like that one
sick brother love the setup that's exile for sure dame
What a badass motorcycle.
THAT'S YOU ALL OVER KEN! You should keep that 1!👊✊💨💨💨
I really like the sound of that bike..
I watched the video 8 times just to hear the sound of them 2 inch pipes. Beautiful absolutely beautiful
I'd do anything for that bike.
Now that's a BIKE ! FANTASTIC !!
Nice sled!
Hey I'm not the only one driving my motorcycle in the winter lol
btw the way i have checked out exile cycle in the past and they build some really wild supermoto dynas as i was building a dyna scrambler looking for ideas .
i have a pic of my dyna dirt will see if i can attach it to an email to your shop
He also did a lot of trikes which I am not into but nice nonetheless
The bike is a real monster
They built excellent bikes
I always liked his style of bikes
That tank is MASSIVE, how many gallons does it hold??? Looks like you could drive across the country with one stop for gas lol.
50 gallons
Suits you the best...Kaplan fans association..
What a beauty. Love Russell minimal style.
I love that beefy front tire
Its a signature design
@@KaplanCycles That's how it should look. Nowadays u only see skinny tires with big rims. Nicest Harleys I have ever seen.
No rear shocks! Just a spring or two under the seat, woops Sr. Just said it a shock, how cool is that!
Are you kidding me to leave I'm glued this episode
Man the grace that beholds you on the bike is majestic af🤙
Beautiful bikes 👍
You look like a super hero riding that machine mad max
Always liked his style.
How did I not see the notification to this OMG I love that bike
Thanks Ken appreciate the PIN
Love it nice ride
The cigar is a nice touch ! Ken is a badass!
NICE.
Awsome bike and video!
love the fat tires n the raw look of the bike
That's a great sounding bike.
Cool a Harley that makes noise
You have Honda Qr 50 spare parts?
Funny
I walked into my local HD dealer today to pick up some stuff for my street glide and I saw Exile in the window.
The owner of the Harley dealer is very good friends with Russell since they were kids. The bike is bad ass.
3 inch open primary.
It is Brand new.
They are asking 19,600.
Why so cheap if their kits are 35,000?
Beast and that cigar.. Frigging earthquake
Mine was the fist one Russle built in his garage in California. Bike was great but he talked me into that big stupid rear tire. Sold it for 15,000 after it was in magazine. Wow 30000 for a kit. Should have put a 180 on it.
Comes in smoking a cigar
Like walking into the ring
Bad ass 👍💯🇺🇸
I’ve always loved the look.
MAD 👍
Damn I love this channel!
That baby is cool..can't stop drooling!!!
I love the hammer man fully prepared
Man. I absolutely love this vlog.
Thats cool love them fat tires
That top and bottom rocker got you looking like you want to be an outlaw biker
I was a 1% club member Victor. Now a neutral friend of all.
I was worried about you.
As long as you understand what you're doing, that makes me more comfortable
I appreciate you and look forward to your videos daily.
Orange county is an insult. Indian Larry is a compliment
Now. THAT is my dream bike !! If only...Lol
Fan for Life Keep it Coming I'm originally from 860
My favorite bikes
You remind me of James Hetfield..that is bad frickin ass!!!!!!
i want that bike and i want it now that is perfect
EASY CLICK THE BUY IT NOW ON EBAY!
Ken that bike suits you treat yourself 👍👌
$1100.00 SERVICE JOB? Glad i can do my own work
Captain America Gave you the shield....
British bike builder, I rest my case!!
Make more videos of this bike and how much would you sell it, looks like a zombie version
Whats with the hammer?
so you dont wear your moto gear to ride harleys ? hehe i dont either ..that seat is cool not your ordinary thin spring solo seat ...and the dry clutch is the most quite i have ever heard ...and especially you tube sound is usually atoned to picking up high pitch clinging and clanging...my buddy just built a hot rod with an open clutch that is 5 or 10 loader than this Exile ...who made the clutch ? for tunning an open primary thats the one i want?...hey have you ever seen Exile's Dyna Dirt Bike ? im posting this so i dont lose it and ill find it and edit this and add the link.......and bada bing bada boooom big boom burm buster supermoto '06 twin cammer steetbob www.exilecycles.com/index.php/bikes/x-harleys/supermoto-streetbob-06
He'll ya that's sick
Good sir you are certified baddddd asssss
O’h hell yeah !!!!!! 👍
What is the purpose of the hammer and bowie knife?
To fix things. Straighten things out. All kinds of things
You never know when you might have to gut a deer on the open road or do some roofing to make money to get home from Sturgis, its a jungle out there, it has always been survival of the fittest and most prepared, remember the wolf attacks the lone week sheep, be a lion & king of the concrete jungle.
Never fck with a man that has a hammer.
Where are the big bore 2 strokes? I need one.
I have a BIG surprise stay tuned...maybe 6 or 9 surprises
Fatboy on steroids!! Always liked exile bikes...badass hammer ya got there...ride free bro
Whats with the framing hammer? You got a house to rough?
Ya never know
What’s your ask price?
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