Bam’s custom FBM cruiser all built up

15 12 2009

Way back in November we did a feature on long-time cruiser revolution reader Bam’s custom FBM cruiser. FBM dubbed it the Cu Cu cruiser and it featured the following dimensions:

Head Tube: 75 degrees
Seat Tube: 70 degrees
Top Tube: 22″
Chain Stay: 15″
BB Height: 14″
Standover: 6″

Back then, all we had were pictures of the frame and fork but Bam recently sent some photos over of it all built up and I think you’ll agree, the bike looks great.

Eastern Bikes does a lot to support his local scene so Bam decided to “represent” and run as many Eastern parts as he could (Eastern bars, 23t sprocket, pedals, headset, seat, post, and stem.)

Other notables: Profile cranks, Primo grips, brakes, lever; KHE 14mm hubs and chain: Odyssey tires, cable, tensioner and rims.

Check out the photos:

Old-school Bottema style forks:

15″ chain stays:

Representing local scene supporters, Eastern Bikes:

If Bam’s custom cruiser/build has got you inspired, do yourself a favor and check out FBM’s custom BMX frame order form. FBM recently updated their ordering form with new features and colorways.

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Date : December 15, 2009
Tags: Bam, Bottema forks, Cruiser revolution, Cu Cu cruiser, Eastern Bikes, FBM custom BMX frame, FBM custom BMX frame order form, FBM custom cruiser frame, KHE, Odyssey, Primo BMX, Profile cranks
Categories : Freestyle, New products, New School, Old School

8 responses

15 12 2009: Steve (23:35:44) :

hmm…

Model C or custom FBM?

This could get fun. I can’t believe you can do a full custom for $450.

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17 12 2009: cruiserrevolution (01:04:31) :

I know! Pretty amazing what they can do for that price.

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21 12 2009: bowltorf mike (19:10:54) :

that thing seriously looks like a scooter with big wheels and Bottema forks, gross

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27 12 2009: Jon Faure (10:14:05) :

Sorry, I’m just not liking this one. There are times I like to sit down. Or, times when I slip a pedal and I would like to land my butt on something. Cool and trendy but not practical.

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30 12 2009: For those that rock the sticker « cruiser revolution (12:49:37) :

[…] Bam in Denver, North Carolina […]

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27 11 2014: FBM checks in with custom cruiser rider | cruiser revolution (01:19:19) :

[…] might be even more interesting is…this might be the same custom frame & fork that we featured here on Cruiser Revolution back in 2009. (It does look kinda rusty in the more current pics…) If […]

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30 12 2015: An uncommon approach to the 24 | cruiser revolution (18:11:32) :

[…] interesting concept for sure…and with FBM manufacturing the frames and S&M helping out with the bars and forks you know these babies are […]

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3 01 2018: Steady as she goes with the 24″ Steadfast | cruiser revolution (00:40:02) :

[…] this case, it’s Creson Dude checking in…rolling on his custom 24″ FBM Steadfast (with welded on disc mounts) with non other than FBM proprietor, Steve “Cranpa” […]

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