2005 HD FXSTS

What was your intended objective when you started the build?

i wanted a one of a kind bike nobody else had, a true custom bike, Not an HD accessory add on from the catalog.

What motivated you to start your project?

old schooler 50’s kid, a springer lover

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

My, own design cooling fan, fairing, spoiler, under bike oilcooler, haden primary chain tensioner, oil pressure gauge, only springer with 19inch front tire special laced rims triple billet from Landmark wheels, S&S 509gear drive cams, hidden under tank crankcase vent, added running boards,V&H EXHAUST, Hard bag conversion, lowered suspension, alligator brown seat i upholstered, custom Russ werimont L.E.D. Lighting conversion , rear harly stocked blinkers wired in series with led conversion & bagged mounted that Harley could not figure out, hand made anti vibe hidden bagger brace, i hand cut , drilled  &  painted  both the aftermarket front & rear fenders

What are you most proud of?

a black schwinn springer was my 1st 2 wheel bike for my paper route in 1965 with playing cards clothes pinned to my spokes to pretend it was a motorcycle. i always wanted a real one 7 after many other harleys, japp 7 euro bikes i found it..

What do other people say about your motorcycle?

mostly positive, only people who know true harley springers get the details

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Specifics

Classification: Full-Custom
Make, Model & Year: HD FXSTS 2005
Fondly known as: SWEET MELISSA
Time spent: ongoing
Motorcycle cost: bike cheap/ labor intensive since nothing is made to fit a springer
Money spent: ???
Engine: tc88b stage 2 S&S 509 Geardrive cams
Intake: carbed since its a springer
Exhaust: V&H 2 INTO 2
Transmission: 5 speed
Frame: stock
Suspension: aftermarket lowering kit
Wheels, tires and brakes: 19 inch front (special request made for me) custom triple billet & rear triple billet Landmark with stainless spokes , all matching spoke discs front & rear and drive pulley
Finish – Paint: myself
Accessories: added fairing & spoiler custom fit & paint

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