1985 Harley-Davidson FLH

What was your intended objective when you started the build?

Have a reliable chopper that I can always hop on and ride. And be able to take on trips without being afraid of breakdowns.

What motivated you to start your project?

I have always wanted to build a bike from the ground up. I have done hardtails before and a whole frame is a whole other level of complexity.

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

I think the electric start open primary with the newer 5 speed is the most unique. Not many people use the newer 5 speed in choppers with a electric start and an open primary.

What are you most proud of?

The frame. This turned out exactly how I imagined it.

What do other people say about your motorcycle?

Is that comfy? How do you ride that? How far can you go on a tank. I like the pipes. I like the color. You built that?

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Submitted by: Jack B

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Specifics

Make, Model & Year: 1985 Harley-Davidson FLH

Time spent: 4 months

Motorcycle cost: $250

Money spent: $3,000

Engine: 1985 80ci evo

Intake: S&S Super E

Exhaust: SST pipes made from ACE race parts.

Transmission: 95 Fatboy 5 speed.

Frame: Custom ground up. 6″ up 1-2″ out.

Suspension: 39mm front end 8+ tubes.

Wheels, tires and brakes: Tc Bros wheels

Finish – Paint: Rattle can paint job.

Accessories: Rawhide cycles oil filter adapter. Custom trees waterjet then bored out. Elite mototech clutch lever. Bdl 1.5″ primary.