Take inspiration from what you like and add your own ideas. Look fwd to see what you come up with. Here is what my inspiration bike looks like. I'm not going for an exact copy, but close. I especially like the stance.

Edit: your inspiration bike was my inspiration bike at one time. I dig it!

 

fair points, but not sure how comfortable on a long jouney that would be with the rear shock movement reduced

unless you have 2 bikes, then you are always going to be limited on what you can do, versus what you would like to do. aesthetics quite often doesnt go with rider comfort unfortunately

 

This bike will be more of a commuter bike and short trips. I don't have time anymore for huge runs. My biggest run would be about 250 miles once in a while to NC to visit my dad.
Eric

 

So where do you think you will start in your bike's alteration?

 

I am going to start with the engine. I am purchasing all the wrinkle black items to convert that portion of the bike first. After the weather gets colder I will start working on the tins, tank, and covers moving those to flat black. The smaller stuff like the controls and forks will be as I get the time type thing. Thats the plan as of right now. It will going into the garage in the winter in the original look and come out in spring with the new look.
Eric

 

Cool! Are you going to install 80 spoke wheels?

I'm looking forward to your progress. You really should consider making a thread dedicated to your project. I'm sure many members would enjoy it.

 

I need to due some cost analysis on the wheels and see if the original wheels would be ok or if I need the 80 spokes to create the look and not kill the bank.
Eric

 

Nice bike!

 

@SpectraVoice it is starting out as a nice bike but in the end it will be exactly what I want in a bike. I always wanted a nice Dyna that was converted into a true solo. My 883 Iron was nice and it was a solo but lacked the power. This bike has the bigger 88cu motor and nice 5 speed trans, it is gonna be a nice bike for sure!

 

First mod complete. I picked up a 2012 wide glide stock solo seat to start with. Motor parts are being looked at. Currently out of money for thi@ payday.