A little
history about the Fire Bike:
Built as a tribute to the 343 New York firefighters who perished
in the attacks of September 11, 2001, the Fire Bike is one of the
most famous bikes to ever roll out of the Orange County Choppers
shop in Montgomery, New York. Appropriately assembled of parts
from across the country, the Fire Bike is a symbol of the unity,
honor, and pride that swept the country after 911. With a gas tank
from California, a carburetor from Texas, wheels from New
Hampshire, and a swing arm from Oklahoma, the Fire Bike is a
stunning portrayal of the effects of this fateful day on the
nation. By far the focal point and most meaningful piece of the
bike is the bolt affixed atop the gas tank; a part of history
recovered by a firefighter from the ashes of the World Trade
Center. Paul Teutul Sr. said it best when he said, “It’s not just
an Orange County chopper. It’s a New York City chopper.”
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