1978 Harley Davidson FXE

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What was your intended objective when you started the build?

To build a Bopper, not quite a Bobber or Chopper

What motivated you to start your project?

Just needed a change

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

Hand braided the rear fender struts and headlight mount from 1/8″ solid steel rod.

What are you most proud of?

The way it rides

What do other people say about your motorcycle?

Mostly wow.

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Specifics

Make, Model & Year: 1978 Harley Davidson FXE
Fondly known as: 8 ball
Time spent: All winter
Motorcycle cost: 5 grand
Money spent: About 3 grand
Engine: Harley Shovelhead, 82 CID
Intake: S&S Super E Carb
Exhaust: Arlen Ness 2 into 1
Transmission: Stock 4 speed
Frame: Midwest Hardtail
Suspension: Chad Pearson Machine Custom Springer frontend
Wheels, tires and brakes: Maxxis radials front and rear, GMA rear brake only
Finish – Paint: Nuemiller truck and Autobody All Black
Accessories: Friend made the custom “Z” bars for me, and I used all brass hardware on the whole bike.

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