Petrol Bobber Motorcycles

A Guide to Petrol Bobber Motorcycles

Bobbers are motorcycles whose excess body parts have been stripped off in order to reduce the weight of the bike. Some preowned bobber motorcycles for sale are production models, but many have been customised by previous owners. Bobbers became known in the 1990s, and they are available here on eBay.

There are no hard and fast rules when it comes to styling bobbers. It is really all about personal taste. Some of the ways that bobbers have been modified include:

• Shortening the front and rear fenders
• Replacing the seat pan and seat
• Removing the muffler
• Replacing the handlebars
• Exchanging the lights for LED lights
• Customising the colour scheme

Harley-Davidson, Indian, and Triumph all manufacture interpretations of the classic bobber:

• Street Bob: Harley-Davidson’s Street Bob is an overhaul of a bike called the Dyna, which the brand first introduced in 2006. Part of the overhaul was a complete makeover of the suspension system, which has resulted in a motorcycle that is dependable on major highways as well as on curvy country roads.
• Scout Bobber: The Indian Scout Bobber is a motorcycle that is designed for rides that are less than 50 miles. It is a compact machine with a 69-cubic-inch, 100-horsepower engine and rear suspension that is deliberately lower than other Indian bikes.
• Bonneville Bobber: The Triumph Bonneville Bobber is a sleek, stylish bobber motorcycle for sale that’s as comfortable puttering along at 10 miles an hour as it is speeding down the highway at 110. Its comfortable seat and low suspension are standout features.

Bobbers get their name from their shortened or “bobbed” front and rear fenders. When bobbers initially became a craze back in the 1930s, the fenders were actually sawed off, and the rough-cut edges left in place. This is illegal in the UK today, so fenders are replaced.

The most essential piece of equipment you will need after you find a bobber motorcycle for sale is a helmet. You can really wear any type of helmet on a bobber, but aficionados prefer customised helmets that complement their bikes’ distinctive looks. If you opt for a full helmet that covers your face, you will not need special eye protection. If you choose an open-face helmet, though, you will also need goggles to protect your eyes from dust and road debris.