Indian Larry Dies

CONCORD, N.C. -- Indian Larry, a master motorcycle mechanic and stunt man, passed away Monday morning following an accident while performing Saturday at the Liquid Steel Classic and Custom Bike Series show at Cabarrus Arena and Events Center in Concord.

He was best known for his appearances on Discovery Channel's Great Biker Build-Off show.

"Cabarrus County along with the staff at the Cabarrus Arena and Events Center sends its sincere condolences to the family of Indian Larry," said Robert M. Freeman, chairman of the Cabarrus County Board of Commissioners.

"Indian Larry was a man with great skill and talent as a mechanic and metal sculptor. He will be truly missed by his fans here in Cabarrus County and throughout the nation."


Custom motorcycle builder Indian Larry was seriously injured while performing a stunt Saturday at the Cabarrus Arena and Events Center.

Cabarrus County officials said hesustained head injuries and was in critical condition after being airlifted to Carolinas Medical Center. A CMC official couldn't confirm his condition.

Indian Larry has been featured on Discovery's Biker Build-Off television series and was at the arena to perform stunts during the three-day Liquid Steel Classic and Custom Bike Series.

"He was riding and standing up on his seat," said Mike Downs, Cabarrus County deputy county manager. "The bike started to wobble and he was not able to regain control."

Indian Larry fell off the bike before a crowd of about 8,000. He was not wearing a helmet. Paramedics were standing by at and aided him until he could be airlifted to CMC, Downs said.

The show continued, but all other stunts were canceled, Downs said.

 

Thanks for the info Kodo, I have watched him on the tube building his bike. Really sorry to hear about this. It is a terrible thing to happen. My condolences to his family and friends.

 

that sucks
my brother met him a couple years ago, and said he was a great guy
just remember to live your life to the fullest.

 

yeah, I liked him and his work too. He just seemed like a down to earth guy willing to help others at his own expense. A real shame.

 

Oh man, Im a little late on catching this one. Not much to say except I admired the man and his passion. Fly on Larry.

 

He really did seem like a good guy. He was easy my favorite on that Biker Build-Off show.