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Indian Larry (born Lawrence DeSmedt; April 28, 1949 – August 30, 2004) was an American motorcycle builder and artist, stunt rider, and biker. He first became known as Indian Larry in the 1980s when he was riding the streets of New York City on a chopped Indian motorcycle.
Custom motorcycle shop carrying on Indian Larry's legacy through one-off builds, quality parts made in house, and commemorative merch.
Apr 20, 2021 · Indian Larry was an old school custom motorcycle builder based in Brooklyn, NY. His hardcore style was a blend of classic choppers and hot rod race bikes. He got the name Indian...
Dec 11, 2020 · Stuntman, sideshow performer, chopper builder extraordinaire and every-man hero, Indian Larry DeSmedt – so named for riding his chopped Indian motorcycle on the streets of Manhattan – is best remembered by the masses for his remarkable custom motorcycles, wild tattoos and passion for building and riding rolling art.
Jun 11, 2015 · And so grew the life and reputation of “Indian” Larry. Artist, painter, metal fabricator, probably philosopher as well, if you looked at the work through his eyes. We lost him in 2004, but stories of his life have been written, and much resides on Wikipedia about Indian Larry.
Jul 5, 2021 · An Indian Larry chopper is old-school but not old-fashioned. And while jargon won’t do justice for a sight to behold, it can be said that his top tubes are close to the ground, his front ends...
May 9, 2017 · Up front, some of the famous custom-made motorcycles built by Larry Desmedt (Indian Larry), who died in 2004, and the shop’s current master of design and mechanics, John Asarisi, were on display, along with T-shirts, hats, gear and, on the walls, photographs of Mr. Desmedt.
Mar 31, 2008 · March 31, 2008. Larry was no Indian. As a young mechanic in New York City, he was the go-to guy for wrenching on Indian motorcycles. The nickname stuck. Indian Larry was born Lawrence Desmedt...
Apr 3, 2010 · A stunt man and sideshow performer made famous by the Discovery Channel, Indian Larry Desmedt is best remembered for his remarkable custom motorcycles, his wild tattoos, and his love for building...
153K Followers, 1,208 Following, 10K Posts - Indian Larry Motorcycles (@indianlarrymotorcycles) on Instagram: "Still building Motorcycles one at a time. Inquire with an email info@indianlarry.com"
