Recognized by their long forks and chopped frames, choppers have found new appeal among today's motorcycle enthusiasts and continue to inspire motorcycle customizers around the globe. Choppers takes a unique look at these classic pieces of twentieth century Americana. Written by experienced motorcycle writer Mike Seate, Choppers provides a comprehensive look at how choppers originated and evolved and what has fueled the current resurgence of interest in building and riding custom motorcycles. Early chapters explore the post-World War II bob job Harleys that predated the chopper. Interviews and historical photos detail the development of the chopper from its earliest days, through the outlaw longbike period of the 1960s and 1970s, to the twenty-first century chopper renaissance. Motorcycle Color History Complete history of the custom motorcycle movement Features American and European choppers Comprehensive photo gallery of today's hottest custom-bike builders About the Author: Author Mike Seate also provides in-depth profiles of young hotshot builders, such as Jesse James and Billy Lane of Florida's Choppers Inc., and how they are contributing to what's quickly becoming chopper mania!