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Old May 8, 2008 | 07:14 PM
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Build another one, and leave it like it is.
 
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Old May 8, 2008 | 07:16 PM
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I put the bike for sale, we'll see if it sells. If it does... there's my answer.
That's my thought, exactly! Sell it, let someone else appreciate your handywork and you can start a new project.
 
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Old May 8, 2008 | 07:25 PM
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ORIGINAL: DrawDown A cheap sportster turned bobber would be the ****!
That's funny... that was my next thought. I don't want a bobber but a fat tire sportster with drag bars might be pretty cool. I put the bike for sale, we'll see if it sells. If it does... there's my answer.

Mark
Hahaaaaaa! You're stealing my project!!!

Attaboy Mark, good luck with the sale.

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Old May 11, 2008 | 08:24 PM
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Anyone have an idea what size tire is on the front of the second and third pic? That's what I'm talking about....

Mark
 
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Old May 11, 2008 | 09:52 PM
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leave it alone i love it the way it is
 
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Old May 14, 2008 | 05:08 PM
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Anyone have an idea what size tire is on the front of the second and third pic? That's what I'm talking about....

Mark
The second one looks like a std tire that comes in tourer's (or fat boy) front wheel Mark...

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Old May 14, 2008 | 05:20 PM
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The second one looks like a std tire that comes in tourer's... fat boy

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Who you calling fat boy? LOL.

Would you say that's about a 130?

Mark
 
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Old May 14, 2008 | 10:28 PM
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I understand the temptation to change out your bike...but on the other hand its one of the best looking ones here on the forum and one that a lot of guys would give their nutz for. Either sell it outright to quit being tempted or pick up another bike and mess with it for awhile.

Thisstuff is addictingand there's probably a 12-step program out there somewhere we should all consider joining.

Ride safe.
 
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Old May 15, 2008 | 12:56 AM
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The second one looks like a std tire that comes in tourer's... fat boy

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Who you calling fat boy? LOL.

Would you say that's about a 130?

Mark
Haahahahahahaha, yes, it is a 130
 
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Old May 15, 2008 | 11:15 AM
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Mark, Some guys just can't leave well-enough alone! With that fine scooter, I'd just be ridin'. But ....the fat front end would be a mean look. What are you going to do regarding the fender? ... Chopped shortie??
With your eye for style, I'm sure whatever you decide will keep you in the BoM class!
Regards ...and you and Amy have a great time at MBBW. Have one for Nona and I.
Thanks bud, I'd definitely have to go with a chopped shortie fender. Ya'll ain't going to bike week? I'm sorry to hear that, I'm sure Amy and I will have one for both of ya'll.



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I understand the temptation to change out your bike...but on the other hand its one of the best looking ones here on the forum and one that a lot of guys would give their nutz for. Either sell it outright to quit being tempted or pick up another bike and mess with it for awhile.

Thisstuff is addictingand there's probably a 12-step program out there somewhere we should all consider joining.

Ride safe.
I can't make up my mind. I love the bike but really want something different. Guess we'll see what is out there. I put the bike up for sale on HD4Sale.com and already received emails (I only put it in there last night)

If it sells, I'll definitely start a new project.
 
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