1998 Harley-Davidson Softail

James-Gongoleski-01

What was your intended objective when you started the build?

Build a fast daily rider.

What motivated you to start your project?

I needed a new to me daily rider.

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

Rebuilt a Total Performance 107″ engine. With a Sputhe 5 speed. Then added Nitrous oxide to up the horsepower level.

What are you most proud of?

All of it.

What do other people say about your motorcycle?

The comment I get the most on my builds is “I’ve never seen that done before”.

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Specifics

Classification: Chopper/Bobber
Make, Model & Year: 1998 Harley-Davidson Softail
Fondly known as: Lunch Money
Time spent: A lot
Motorcycle cost: $3000
Money spent: Lost track
Engine: Rebuilt Total Performance 107″. New valves and springs. Feuling Reaper 543 can. Nitrous oxide.
Intake: Mikuni HSR42.
Exhaust: Ultima Competition.
Transmission: Sputhe 5 speed.
Frame: Factory Harley Softail.
Suspension: Factory
Wheels, tires and brakes: Factory size wheels. Custom bracket on front with Brembo caliper.
Finish – Paint: Clear coat on tins. Factory black frame.

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