Harry P. Posted February 20, 2011 Share Posted February 20, 2011 This started out as the Testors 1/9 scale Harley Springer Softail Classic. Frame, fork, etc. is semi-gloss black, gas tank and fender is "Odds'n'Ends" Pewter. Among the changes I made: Gave the fork a rake to give it a more "chopperish" look. Left off the front fender, mirrors and turn signals. Seat is semi-scratchbuilt; it's the kit seat with all the unwanted parts cut away, seat springs are bent paper clip wire, front seat pivot attachment bracket is made of thin sheet aluminum with a pinhead "bolt." Rear fender is cut down from the kit piece, fender stays are paper clip wire, taillight from the parts box. The graphics on the sides of the gas tank are actually unused graphics from a 1/32 WWI French Neuport fighter plane, whitewalls are painted on with acrylic craft paint. I ran out of tubing, so the brake and speedometer cables are missing, I'll have to look around to see if I have more cable material. Also... I just realized the headlight isn't there. Ooops. I'll glue it on later! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Agent G Posted February 20, 2011 Share Posted February 20, 2011 Headlight or not I like it! G Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Terror Posted February 20, 2011 Share Posted February 20, 2011 Harry,that is some sweet styleing.Nice job,man. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MikeMc Posted February 20, 2011 Share Posted February 20, 2011 Verrry nice....But lose the mufflers,let those wrapped pipes bark..and an exposed belt primary would put it over the top Great Bobber ;) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
comp1839 Posted February 20, 2011 Share Posted February 20, 2011 VERY well done! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Harry P. Posted February 20, 2011 Author Share Posted February 20, 2011 Verrry nice....But lose the mufflers,let those wrapped pipes bark.. Don't think the neighbors would like that... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matt LeBlanc Posted February 20, 2011 Share Posted February 20, 2011 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
crazyjim Posted February 20, 2011 Share Posted February 20, 2011 The heck with the neighbors - LOUD PIPES SAVE LIVES! Dump stock and put a set of Vance & Hines. Those look like HD Wide Glide handlebars. Very nice build, Harry. And thanks again. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
george 53 Posted February 20, 2011 Share Posted February 20, 2011 Never been one for WW on bikes, but i gotta admit, they sure do set off them red spokes!!!! LOOKS GREAT Harry, I'd ride that rascal in a minute!!!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MikeMc Posted February 21, 2011 Share Posted February 21, 2011 Don't think the neighbors would like that... Oh well :P .....Mine with mufflers will set off most car alarms, 2nd gear 3500rpm....... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jeffs396 Posted February 22, 2011 Share Posted February 22, 2011 Sweeeet looking HD Harry! This would work in "real or model" Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheCat Posted February 22, 2011 Share Posted February 22, 2011 WOW, that's another beautiful looking bike. Keep them coming Harry. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sixties Sam Posted February 22, 2011 Share Posted February 22, 2011 Incredible build, Harry! Just about perfect. You are a craftsman for sure! Sam Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GO-figureit Posted February 25, 2011 Share Posted February 25, 2011 Absolutely love it - brilliant finish - looks so cool, cheers, Paul Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blake Rogers Posted March 3, 2011 Share Posted March 3, 2011 (edited) WOW harry i love it kinda of the bike i want in real life great work man Edited March 3, 2011 by Blake Rogers Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Agent G Posted March 4, 2011 Share Posted March 4, 2011 Don't think the neighbors would like that... It ain't real unless it sets off every car alarm as you ride down the street. G Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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