1979-2013 Custom Harley Davidson (Was an FXE)

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What was your intended objective when you started the build?

To build something that wouldn’t kill me in the end. I “hope” I have achieved that goal!

What motivated you to start your project?

I watched guys on TV build bikes and I thought..I like bikes..I ride bikes…Why not build a bike?

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

Painting. I had never airbrushed before on this level. I worked in a body shop when I was in high school (20+ years ago), and apparently those tricks of the trade stuck.

What are you most proud of?

Just the fact that I built this and it runs.

What do other people say about your motorcycle?

Wow…You built that? Get the F*&$ outa here!?

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Specifics

Make, Model & Year: 1979-2013 Custom Harley Davidson (Was an FXE)
Fondly known as: Lucky
Time spent: Unknown
Motorcycle cost: Unknown
Money spent: Unknown
Engine: 1980 Rebuilt FXE Shovelhead Harley-Davidson, Points and Condenser ignition.
Intake: Sportster CV carb I bought at swap.
Exhaust: Paughco drags with homemade 1.75 baffles.
Transmission: 1970 Ratchet top FL 4 speed Harley-Davidson Kick only transmission. BDL 3″ kick only open belt drive.
Frame: Flyrite “Reach for the Sky” frame. I would’ve welded my own but after much research in my state (NC), it was easier to buy one.
Suspension: tires.
Wheels, tires and brakes: Harley-Davidson wheels and tires off 2007 sportster that I acquired. Brakes…DNA Springer front, Flyrite Rear
Finish – Paint: Paint…House of kolor Kandy green and Orion silver with flake. All airbrush, graphics, and body work by me.
Accessories: All other parts were traded, found, bought from various places. All parts that were made/ fabricated by me.

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