1980 Harley Davidson Sportster

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What was your intended objective when you started the build?

To build a beautiful blue cafe racer

What motivated you to start your project?

I had my 3rd back surgery. I needed a bike that would take all the weight off my back. This amazing build has been a lifesaver as now I am able to ride comfortably without having to stop, well except for gas.

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

Fabricated the tail piece out of the old fuel tank.

What are you most proud of?

The way it rides and how it looks going down the road.

What do other people say about your motorcycle?

That they’ve never seen a Harley like it.

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Specifics

Make, Model & Year: 19980 Harley Davidson Sportster
Fondly known as: Celeste
Time spent: About 50 or so
Motorcycle cost: $2700
Money spent: $4200
Engine: 883 ci factory motor, upgraded to a 1200
Intake: Carburated. Screaming eagle air box.
Exhaust: Hand fabricated one off custom dual exhaust .
Transmission: Factory Harley Davidson 5 speed.
Frame: Factory Harley Davidson standard sportster frame. Rear has been modified to accommodate the tail piece.
Suspension: Standard factory Harley Davidson 13.5 rear shocks. Currently in search of black ones. Standard factory Harley Davidson front end. Progressive lowering springs.
Wheels, tires and brakes: Disc brakes front and rear. Metzeler 880 series tires. Factory Harley Davidson wheels, powdercoated and pinstriped to match the paint.
Finish – Paint: Chrysler blue streak pearl metallic. With extra flake. Painted by Tom Wasil. Wheels powdercoated by Kathy Zamesco and pinstriped by Matt Smith at 840 designs.
Accessories: Aftermarket cafe fairing. New Rage Cyles LED fork mounted front turn signals. Ryca rear sets.

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