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Old Aug 19, 2006 | 10:08 AM
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Almost finished FXD 98

any comments or questions are more than welcome.

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Old Aug 20, 2006 | 07:54 PM
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How did you mount your speedo up front? I can't see from the pictures and I like that setup. Wouldn't mind doing it myself if I can figure out what you did.
 
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Old Aug 20, 2006 | 09:27 PM
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Nice scoot Scott !!, to get the Speedo mounted up front on the top tree you need one of these then you need to obtain two bolts and tap them into your tree, when that’s done you will need two aluminum sleeves to cover them. check out custom chrome,zodiac,fatbook,v-twin catalogues first, they might have a complete set up. I will get a more detailed photo online in the week.

 
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Old Aug 21, 2006 | 12:30 AM
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Thanks, I'll check online to see what I can find. Sounds like a job that might be out of my comfort zone though!
 
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Old Aug 29, 2006 | 02:47 AM
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Love the bike - what front end are you running? I have a FXD that is starting take shape and am deciding on what to do out front.

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Old Aug 30, 2006 | 04:13 AM
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very nice. the lines of the bike flow very nicely
 
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Old Sep 10, 2006 | 10:25 AM
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Nice bike ... love it !!!
What's the size of the rear tire ?
Did you use a kit to fit the tire ?

Pat
I'm looking for a cheap solution to fit a 180 rear tire
 
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Hey nice ride you looks bad , Scott how much did you lower the rear? looks Good..
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Scott how much did you lower the rear?
1 inch.
 
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