The 50/50 Chance bike is finally completed literally after a couple of years. And I have to say, “It was worth all tThe 50/50 Chance – Vanilla Cycles Frisco-Style Chopper Build
After a couple of years in the making, the 50/50 Chance chopper is finally complete — and it was worth every minute of the wait.
This Frisco-style custom build reflects everything we stand for at Vanilla Cycles: craftsmanship, persistence, and passion. From frame modifications to accommodate a bigger motor, to endless rethinking every time a custom part changed the plan, the 50/50 Chance demanded patience and precision. The budget may not have dictated the vision, but it definitely stretched the timeline — over two years of late nights, delays, and adjustments.
The Powerplant – S&S 124” 60th Anniversary
This build started with a statement piece: the S&S 124” 60th Anniversary powerplant. When you’re not worried about compromise, you go big. But that choice meant saving up before moving forward — and the performance gains made it worth it.
Next came a Baker Transmission 5-speed N1 shift pattern, ordered special. From there, the excitement (and the spending) picked up steam.
The Details – Blacked Out and Built Tough
We wanted the 50/50 Chance to be bold, black, and aggressive. That vision shaped every choice:
- Front end: Speed Merchant Speed Trees paired with stainless fork legs — later upgraded to Custom Cycle Engineering DLC black tubes and Lowbrow black lowers
- Wheels: Led Sled black Invaders, the perfect match for the stance
- Brakes: Performance Machine rear brake system, ensuring stopping power to match the bull’s bite
- Finishing touch: Paintwork by Chris in St. Louis — flawless, bold, and unmistakable
Even details like the internal throttle (which cost us countless hours of frustration) reflect the precision and care that went into this bike.
The Ride – Power, Style, and Soul
The 50/50 Chance isn’t just a motorcycle; it’s an experience. The name says it all — when you crack the throttle, you’ve got a 50/50 shot at hanging on. That raw, unfiltered power was exactly the goal.
This bull carries a piece of our soul. Built over years, refined through countless challenges, and finished with pride — the 50/50 Chance represents Vanilla Cycles at its very best.
