Multiple Year Harley FXR

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What was your intended objective when you started the build?

To make it rideable

What motivated you to start your project?

The love of wrenching and the eagerness to ride.

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

The partially open primary.

What are you most proud of?

It has never left me stranded

What do other people say about your motorcycle?

It has never left me stranded

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Specifics

Classification: Chopper/Bobber
Make, Model & Year: Multiple Year Harley FXR
Fondly known as: Clappy
Time spent: Years
Motorcycle cost: 2000
Money spent: 2000
Engine: Harley, 89″ S&S stroker flywheels, custom head work EV 49 cam, mikuni 42, dyna ignition
Intake: Carb, mikuni 42
Exhaust: 1 3/4 drags with “tunable” washer
Transmission: 5 speed
Frame: Stick 1982 FXR
Suspension: Patriot genesis springs, speed merchant adjusters, +2 tubes14″ jag on shocks in the rear
Wheels, tires and brakes: 19″ spoke front 16″ solid out back
Finish – Paint: Rattle can
Accessories: None

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