1978 Harley Davidson Fx

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What was your intended objective when you started the build?

To create what was in my mind. Also to prove to myself that I could do it on my own.

What motivated you to start your project?

I wanted to build the bike I always wanted to build.  I wanted to do it by myself my way.

What was the most unique and creative thing you did to the bike?

I bought a lathe the and made my foot control pegs, grip collars, turned every single bolt head on the bike. Hand shifter.

What are you most proud of?

That I was able to do it on my own and learned an immense amount about what it takes to build a motorcycle from scratch

What do other people say about your motorcycle?

Everyone loves it and they tell me it is an amazing motorcycle.

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Specifics

Make, Model & Year: Harley Davidson Fx 1978
Fondly known as: The Handshake
Time spent: 400
Motorcycle cost: 1000
Money spent: 6500
Engine: Harley Davidson 74 ci mostly stick rebuilt by Rod ” Grimey” Davis
Intake: S&S
Exhaust: Hand made drag pipes
Transmission: 4 speed ratchet top
Frame: HD stock FX frame
Suspension: Swing Arm with spring struts
Wheels, tires and brakes: Front 21 in HD wheel rear star hub wheel with 67-72 rear juice drum
Finish – Paint: Paint by Willie Nieves
Accessories: Tail light from a 38 packers

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