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Old Sep 30, 2013 | 06:44 PM
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Finally got this thing running after about 2 and a half months. Rode it today for a couple miles. Will put before and after pictures. Still have lots to do to it, but man Im proud of what ive done so far.
 
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sweet dude i like the contrast with the O and blk rear fender / wheels
 
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Finally got this thing running after about 2 and a half months. Rode it today for a couple miles. Will put before and after pictures. Still have lots to do to it, but man Im proud of what ive done so far.
Nice enjoy!!
 
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Thanks. Yeah the contrast really showed once I removed the rear fender. Still alot Im wanting to do to it but next up is most likely a Sikpipes exhaust. BTW, do I need some kind of stabilizer for the front forks since the fender has been removed? I thought i heard some bikes need it.
 
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try it if you dont notice anthing that is abmormal to you, than your good if you do then go shopping
 
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