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Old Jan 4, 2015 | 07:52 PM
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Just laid down my 02 fxst, and now get to rebuild. The entire front end will need to be replaced. I have always liked the springer look. I was also flirting with the idea of blacking the whole thing out. I'm very open to suggestions and inspirations so lets see some ideas!
 
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Old Jan 4, 2015 | 08:12 PM
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I love the look of a springer but, to me, they are just to heavy feeling at slow speed.
 
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Old Jan 4, 2015 | 08:21 PM
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Ouch!
 
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Old Jan 5, 2015 | 03:56 AM
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Did you have the frame checked?
 
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Old Jan 5, 2015 | 06:58 AM
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Sounds like you are ok. Yes, check the frame real good.
 
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Old Jan 5, 2015 | 10:45 AM
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Tough break on the bike but am glad hear your ok...... not a bad time to upgrade to an fl front end, the handling and brakeing would be an improvement.
 
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Originally Posted by jordanonhd
Just laid down my 02 fxst, and now get to rebuild. The entire front end will need to be replaced. I have always liked the springer look. I was also flirting with the idea of blacking the whole thing out. I'm very open to suggestions and inspirations so lets see some ideas!

I've always been a big fan of Springers. I have an 05 FXSTS with close to 85k on her and she handles great at high and low ( city) speeds. If I was going to build a bike, it would definitely have a Springer front end on her. The idea of checking the frame is also a good idea.
 
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