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Nov 8, 2017 | 12:30 PM

#41

Hannibal Smith

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Shot of my handlebar clamps. I engineered it so that once fully tightened down, there is no gap between the top and bottom clamp.

Bars are polished stainless that I made.

Nov 8, 2017 | 12:35 PM

#42

Architect

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I am in for the rest of the ride. Good luck.

Nov 8, 2017 | 12:42 PM

#43

Hannibal Smith

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Made a mount to get the polished aluminum headlight bucket into the spot where I want it.

The wiring is exposed, and it all runs through stainless steel conduit. I drilled a hole in the bucket, and ran the conduit out the side.

The headlight bucket is made by Headwinds.

Installed an Ohlins steering damper. With the narrow front tire and the beast mill I am running, this mellows things out and minimizes getting "grabbed" by ruts.

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Nov 8, 2017 | 01:11 PM

#44

YeOldeStonecat

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Lookin' good!

Nov 8, 2017 | 01:12 PM

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RHPAW

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I admire the quality in every piece of your work.
Not a lot of folks would take the time.
THIS IS MADE IN AMERICA.

Nov 8, 2017 | 07:43 PM

#46

Hannibal Smith

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Top motor mount almost done. I made a coil bracket that goes with it. The clutch is hydro, so that is the line for that on the front.

Remote oil filter bracket and plate holder rolled into one. I didn't invent this concept, it's been done before.

It's really hard to truly be original when it comes to choppers. So much has been done before by great artists and craftsmen. We all get influenced, it's just our take or overall vision that makes them stand out. This bike just showcases the complication of it all. I like to see the machine and not hide things away.

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Nov 8, 2017 | 08:08 PM

#47

Clammy

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This thread is AWESOME SAUCE!!!!

I'm in awe of your craftsmanship, sir!!

Cheers!

Last edited by Clammy; Nov 8, 2017 at 08:09 PM.

Nov 8, 2017 | 08:12 PM

#48

d_slat

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Wow, you've done some incredible work here. I can't wait to see the finished product!

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Nov 8, 2017 | 08:12 PM

#49

bhaxton

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Man, that things beautiful already. If I had that sort of talent I could stop pushing electrons for a living. That looks a whole lot more relaxing.

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