The Best Episodes of American Chopper
Last Updated: Nov 30, 2018
American Chopper profiles the lives of New York natives Paul Teutul Sr. and son Paul Jr. of Orange County Choppers (OCC), creators of the world's most outrageous custom motorcycles. Follow the day-to-day drama of this volatile father and son team as they battle impossible deadlines and each other to push the envelope of motorcycle design and fabrication.
#1 - Production Bike Showcase
Season 5 - Episode 13
The motorcycle industry picks OCC for an award, but there are no production bikes available to display in the awards showcase, so the crew scrambles to build some in time for the event.
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#2 - BSN Bike
Season 5 - Episode 11
The Girls of BSN, a spokesmodel team of the nutritional supplement manufacturer BSN, give the guys a hand as they begin design on a bike for the company.
8.89
#3 - Dryvit Bike
Season 5 - Episode 14
OCC moves into their new World Headquarters and takes on their first build in the new shop; a penguin-themed chopper for exterior insulation manufacturer, Drvyit Systems.
8.80
#4 - Liberty Bike 1
Season 2 - Episode 12
How do you honor the greatest monument in American history? You build her a custom chopper, of course! And that's exactly what happens for OCC when they get the task of creating a bike that symbolizes American freedom and the Statue of Liberty, with one of Paul Jr.'s daring ideas to date: coat the entire bike in Statue of Liberty copper.
8.70
#5 - Monster Diesel Bike
Season 6 - Episode 24
The OCC guys create their first diesel-powered chopper for Monster Diesel; Paul Jr. attends the grand opening of a dog park that he designed for his hometown of Newburgh, N.Y.
8.67
#6 - Steve Wyrick & ICEE Bikes
Season 5 - Episode 23
OCC takes on the challenge of building two bikes at the same time. First is a custom bike for illusionist Steve Wyrick and the second is for ICEE. Their first trick is to invent an invisible gas tank for Steve's bike. And, the gang go to work for the sweet treat as a means of cooling off.
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#7 - Mercedes-AMG Bike
Season 5 - Episode 18
The Teutuls get inspired by some high-end automotive engineering and build a luxury-performance bike for Mercedes Benz-AMG. Senior taps a local artist to immortalize his kids in ink, and then takes some time to get away, with his best friend Gus.
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#8 - Aaron Equipment Company Bike
Season 5 - Episode 24
OCC takes on an industrial themed bike when the tackle the heavy machinery maker, Aaron Equipment Company. When one Teutul doesn't show up at the Aaron, Sr. is left upset. The air is tense as the guys get the gears turning when the design ideas begin for fabrication.
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#9 - POW/MIA Bike 3
Season 2 - Episode 6
With the deadline closing in on Paul Sr.'s POW/MIA bike, the OCC crew joins forces to complete the heartfelt tribute before its public debut. But more last-minute delays and unexpected setbacks leave its fate hanging in the balance.
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#10 - Craftsman/DieHard 2
Season 5 - Episode 8
OCC continues on their latest double build -- custom bikes for Craftsman Tools and DieHard Batteries. After a jam session with rock 'n' roll legend Chubby Checker gets OCC doing the twist, both teams race into assembly and the Sr.-Jr. rivalry heats up. But as Team Craftsman is delayed, Team DieHard pulls ahead and Mikey moves forward with his latest project, recruiting Sr. to lend a hand. Once Mikey's unusual creation passes its test, Sr. and his team must rally to get their Craftsman project done.
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#11 - Viega
Season 5 - Episode 10
OCC pulls out all the stops and takes on a project for the plumbing and heating technology company, Viega Corporation. Manpower issues continue to plague the shop, and company demands push JQ to the limit.
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#12 - Manitowoc Crane Company Bike
Season 5 - Episode 12
OCC builds an industrial-themed bike for the Manitowoc crane group. Also, Mikey gives a lecture to a group of second graders.
8.56
#13 - Siemens Electric Bike
Season 6 - Episode 15
The guys face an uncertain future as the Teutul dynasty crumbles; OCC builds an electric chopper for Siemens; Paul Jr. continues to work on building his new company.
8.52
#14 - Klipsch
Season 5 - Episode 9
OCC tunes in and cranks it up, as they build a custom bike for Klipsch Audio Technologies. But staffing shortages around the shop have the crew scrambling, forcing Sr. to amp everyone up on a quest to hire new people.
8.50
#15 - Jon & Kate Plus 8 Bike
Season 6 - Episode 10
The Teutul's head to the Pennsylvanian home of Jon Gosselin, from the TLC series, Jon & Kate Plus 8, after being commissioned to build a bike for them. They wind up with a first hand look at how the family of 10 live.
8.50
#16 - Miller Electric 2
Season 2 - Episode 9
Paulie and the boys hit the hardwood for a game of hoops against the guys from OCC Ironworks in what can only be described as a comedy of errors. But back in the shop, it's all business: Big Paul blows up at Vinnie for leaving the shop in disarray and nearly sends him home for the day. However, once Senior gets a look at the Miller Bike's patriotic paint job and the outrageous tow-behind welder, all is forgiven.
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#17 - Police Bike 2
Season 2 - Episode 24
It's crunch time for OCC as they rush to complete their tribute to the boys in blue. Tensions in the shop rise to complete this one of a kind bike in time. Episode highlights: Mikey drowns a pick-up truck in a pond, and Rick and Vinnie try out the effectiveness of the Police Bike's sirens.
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#18 - Mark Buerle Bike
Season 6 - Episode 17
Chicago White Sox pitcher Mark Buehrle's wife commissions OCC to build him a surprise chopper to commemorate his perfect game; Paul Jr. continues to work on a project for Coleman, his biggest client.
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#19 - Schussler Bike
Season 5 - Episode 26
Pohl is chosen to scout out OCC's most magical client to date, Schussler Creative. But when the outrageous ideas for the Schussler's bike pushes OCC to the brink, causing the guys to dig in and set the goal of creating the wildest 57 Chevy bike ever.
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#20 - Army National Guard 2
Season 5 - Episode 2
The Army National Guard Patriot Bike is completed by the guys at OCC. Jason Pohl is eager for the opportunity to advance in his training. But tension arises with the crew because of Jason's ignorance of the shop protocol. Paul, Sr. pays tribute to the sacrifice given by some injured vets.
8.44
#21 - Stewart-Haas Racing Bike
Season 6 - Episode 25
The team designs a NASCAR-inspired chopper for the Stewart-Haas racing team. Mikey participates in JDRF's Ride to Cure Diabetes. Paul Jr. pitches a new line of dog toys.
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#22 - FANtasy Bike 1
Season 3 - Episode 23
Jeff Clegg is a military man turned civil engineer and his number one dream is to own a custom motorcycle. And thanks to the FANtasy Bike Contest from Discovery Channel, he's gonna get his wish. With a military theme to work with, and the words ""Corporal Punishment"" emblazoned on the bike's seat, this build will make any fan proud.
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#23 - Michigan Bike/My Name is Earl 2
Season 5 - Episode 4
Mikey reveals the University of Michican bike at Michigan-OSU football game Then the guys are off to Hollywood for a reveal party with the cast of NBC's show "My Name is Earl".
8.40
#24 - Strike Ten Entertainment
Season 5 - Episode 19
The guys head to the lanes for inspiration when OCC decides to create a bowling themed bike for Strike Ten Entertainment. Rick designs a tank in the form of a bowling ball, and Sr. brings Mikey to the farm where he pretends to be a matador.
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#25 - Iraq Star Foundation Bike
Season 6 - Episode 18
OCC is enlisted to build a bike for the Iraq Star Foundation, which provides free reconstructive surgery to U.S. soldiers injured in Iraq and Afghanistan.
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