: Created from 16-gauge cold-rolled steel to match the frame's Allen wrench theme.
The Tool Bike remains a fan favorite for its creative use of materials and for being one of the first high-profile corporate commissions that propelled OCC into the international spotlight. Tool Bike 1American Chopper: The Series : Seaso...
The Tool Bike stands out for its literal interpretation of the "tools of the trade". Paul Jr. chose to move away from standard round tubing, instead constructing the frame from to mimic the look of Allen wrenches. Other unique features included: : Created from 16-gauge cold-rolled steel to match
: An authentic modified ratchet served as the bike’s kickstand. Paul Jr
: A faux oil tank shaped like a classic toolbox sat on top, while the functional tank was hidden at the bottom of the frame.
: The entire motorcycle was finished in Snap-on’s official red paint. Behind the Scenes
The build was fraught with the characteristic tension that defined the series. Disagreements and last-minute delays "ratcheted up" the pressure, throwing a wrench into the schedule as Paul Sr. and Paul Jr. clashed over deadlines. Despite these hurdles, the team successfully completed the bike, a process captured in the Tool Bike, Pt. 1 and Tool Bike, Pt. 2 episodes.