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Old Sep 22, 2013 | 12:15 PM
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Since I think it is cool to check out the other threads on this stuff, I figured I would start my own.

Lots of plans for the bike, nothing major yet, just some Short Shots, and removal of some parts like the front fender, and belt guards.

Waxed it today so I figured I would snap a couple quick photos.
 
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Old Sep 22, 2013 | 12:16 PM
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Couple more...
 
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Old Sep 22, 2013 | 12:57 PM
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Looks good already! What are your future plans for it?
 
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Old Sep 22, 2013 | 01:04 PM
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Nothing too crazy, going bob the rear fender, relocate some stuff, like the speedo and coil, different bars, raise the tank, forward controls.

Like I said, nothing too dramatic, just a bit different!
 
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Old Sep 22, 2013 | 02:37 PM
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Turn signal relocation REALLY cleans up the handlebars in my opinion. Something to look into!
 
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Old Sep 22, 2013 | 06:16 PM
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Ya, I was thinking down on the fork tubes?
 
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Old Sep 23, 2013 | 11:25 AM
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Originally Posted by ScottyMack
Ya, I was thinking down on the fork tubes?
Slick looking scoot!! The first thing I did to my gf's Nightster was the Ness blinker relocation kit down onto the triple tree and flipped the mirrors under the levers like you did. Just gives it a smoother look.

 
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Old Sep 23, 2013 | 06:06 PM
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Installed a 3" tank lift tonight, and relocated the ignition and coil. Super easy job and I love the result.

I didnt take pics of the coil or ignition because Im just waiting on a short spark plug wire from HD to arrive.

Looks MUCH better and cleaner IMO.
 
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Old Sep 27, 2013 | 08:23 PM
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Moved the speedo tonight, pretty simple. I love this little mod, I know everyone does it, but whatever.

Still waiting on Joker Machine to have the bar clamps in stock. Apes come next week.
 
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Old Sep 27, 2013 | 11:55 PM
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Looks good I like it
 
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