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Oct 18, 2022 | 01:04 PM

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Rounders

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Looks about $400 for one with a detailed image. What about just lettering?

Oct 18, 2022 | 01:25 PM

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Originally Posted by Rounders

Looks about $400 for one with a detailed image. What about just lettering?

All the existing designs are $400.

Custom (personalized) start at $550. That covers making the pattern, mold, etc. If it is a simple, text only design, it will come in at the $550 mark. It goes up from there depending on how many hours of hand sculpting are required. Basically the same pricing model as a tattoo shop.

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Oct 18, 2022 | 01:33 PM

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My first thought when I saw the number of steps was "that must cost a fortune!!" And it does. But that is some really exceptional work you're doing there.

Oct 18, 2022 | 02:35 PM

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My first thought when I saw the number of steps was "that must cost a fortune!!" And it does. But that is some really exceptional work you're doing there.

Appreciate that.

No doubt these are spendy. I set out on this project with a "no compromises" attitude: I am working to a quality standard, not a price point. I want every cover I make to be an heirloom quality work of art.

In truth, by the time I got all the details worked out, I figured I had over shot the market by a fair amount. But my buddy with the motorcycle shop next door put a couple of samples on his peg board, and people started coming over to place orders, so I decided I was on to something with this.

And I have to say, I absolutely love every minute of doing this. It is incredibly satisfying work.

Oct 18, 2022 | 02:48 PM

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evotrike

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Congrats, Omaha. Looks like you got most of the kinks out. Blessings to you on your new business....hope you get covered up with orders.
I see expansion in the near future. Ken

Oct 18, 2022 | 03:48 PM

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Welcome to the forum from sunny SoCal.

Oct 18, 2022 | 05:16 PM

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Good looking work - well done.

Oct 18, 2022 | 07:13 PM

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Spartanden

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From: Spartan Country, Michigan

Welcome from Spartan Country, Michigan!
I tell a lot of new comers to the forum to get: Factory Service manual and the Parts manual. Get a three ring binder and record all your maintenance, repairs, accessories, etc. This will be a great reminder of what was done when. And great material to pass along to the new owner should you sell and upgrade. Also know how large your fuel tank is, a rough idea of your range per tank, and record your fuel usage. I have an app called Simply Auto that I record all my fuel used. I use the odometer and use the fuel gage as reference only. I reset the odometer to zero on fill ups, and I know I can safely get 200 miles on a tank on around town riding, and upwards of 230+ on trips.
Good Luck!!