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« Reply #40 on: August 02, 2010, 03:39:32 AM » |
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VERY COOL! I like the work you did.
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« Reply #41 on: August 02, 2010, 06:33:13 AM » |
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it looks like you shortened the mufflers several inches or am I seeing things again???????
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you guys don't miss anything, yep took about 4 inches off...
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« Reply #42 on: August 02, 2010, 06:34:51 AM » |
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LOL - I missed those LED lights too! Now seeing the rear view, I like the bike even MORE! Those side covers are interesting. . . How did the radiator fliud over-flow fit? And, what did you do with the front cover? (right behind the engine?) Again, the 'cool points' on your creation is over the top my friend!
the front cover is removed, just left that open, I had to remove the overflow tank and install a different one beside the battery....
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« Reply #43 on: August 15, 2010, 07:54:20 AM » |
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there ya go David, say thanks !!!!!! Nice ride last night !!
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« Reply #44 on: August 15, 2010, 08:14:56 AM » |
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Looks good. I agree on the car tire and I think it needs a supercharger or some nitrous on it, or both to complete the look.
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« Reply #45 on: August 15, 2010, 08:34:47 AM » |
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Looks good. I agree on the car tire and I think it needs a supercharger or some nitrous on it, or both to complete the look.
I agree completely on the supercharger..... anybody willing to sponsor !!!! LOL
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« Reply #46 on: August 15, 2010, 09:04:11 AM » |
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:cooldude:AWEsome job...a comfortable ride? : 
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« Reply #47 on: August 16, 2010, 09:57:57 AM » |
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« Reply #48 on: August 16, 2010, 04:33:35 PM » |
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Can you tell us what you did to the fenders and rear fender rails....are they cut-down stock? Awsome bike.....you're making me feel the need for another Valk.
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« Reply #49 on: August 17, 2010, 01:39:42 PM » |
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Can you tell us what you did to the fenders and rear fender rails....are they cut-down stock? Awsome bike.....you're making me feel the need for another Valk.
The fenders are actually modified trailer fenders that you can buy at larger harware stores. I think they were $20 each or so... Chrome fender rails are removed, frame is stock.
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« Reply #50 on: August 17, 2010, 04:11:00 PM » |
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“Some people see things that are and ask, Why? Some people dream of things that never were and ask, Why not? Some people have to go to work and don’t have time for all that.”
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« Reply #51 on: August 17, 2010, 06:32:47 PM » |
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it looks pissed .... mad ... 
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« Reply #52 on: August 31, 2010, 06:02:45 PM » |
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Hey!!!!! Great news, looks like my Valkyrie's going to be featured in Motorcycle Mojo magazine, look for it in the next couple of issues, 6 page spread with centrefold. I was at at Atlanticade in St Stephen's New Brunswick and the president of the magazine spotted the bike, he came over and asked if I'd be willing to take it to a photo shoot for the mag, well, it's done and it should appear either in the next issue or the one following, I wasn't real clear on that part !!! If you're not familiar with the magazine well here's the link.... http://www.motorcyclemojo.com/
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« Reply #53 on: August 31, 2010, 07:00:10 PM » |
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The key thing is to wake up breathing! All the rest can be fixed. (Except Stupid - You can't fix that)
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« Reply #54 on: October 27, 2010, 10:42:14 AM » |
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Thought I would bring this back up to the top because the Valk is in the magazine now, check the link. www.motorcyclemojo.comnice spread. Jim
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« Reply #55 on: October 27, 2010, 11:16:54 AM » |
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Quality of work looks excellent. Nice job. Just not my cup of tea. If you like it that is what counts -- have fun.
Round tire -- round fender Flat tire --- flat fender (as mentioned by others)
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« Reply #56 on: October 27, 2010, 12:00:13 PM » |
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I'm just amazed by the censorship of the mods. When this thread started, I remember reading comments made by those who didn't like the bike. Seems they have disappeared to be replaced solely by those who did. That's messed up. As long as the comments were within the rules of the board, they should have been left up. Almost 1/4 of the people who voted, 24.5%, didn't like it.
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« Reply #57 on: October 27, 2010, 12:16:03 PM » |
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Congrats on the rag spread.
Drag bike is not my cup of tea anymore, but that one does look great...
Ride safe, and don't bar hop too much, as a DUI on your record will trash your getting insurance again very cheaply.
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« Reply #58 on: October 27, 2010, 12:19:42 PM » |
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I'm just amazed by the censorship of the mods. When this thread started, I remember reading comments made by those who didn't like the bike. Seems they have disappeared to be replaced solely by those who did. That's messed up. As long as the comments were within the rules of the board, they should have been left up. Almost 1/4 of the people who voted, 24.5%, didn't like it.
Marty
Marty, I kind of think you might be outside the tank here. Administration usually marks the ones it removes, again I might be wrong also. However, if you notice over on the right side of "your" post you will see a DELETE. All the poster has to do is change their mind and bink, it is gone. So please don't do no blaming until you have solid evidence. Otherwise it does not hold up in court and you get acquittal's. NO guilty as charged. Savy?
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« Reply #60 on: October 27, 2010, 03:09:24 PM » |
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I'm just amazed by the censorship of the mods. When this thread started, I remember reading comments made by those who didn't like the bike. Seems they have disappeared to be replaced solely by those who did. That's messed up. As long as the comments were within the rules of the board, they should have been left up. Almost 1/4 of the people who voted, 24.5%, didn't like it.
Marty
Hmm, since this is my bike I thought I'd weigh in, first off all I just want to say that I think it's kinda cool how this thread got ressurected, the magazine thing was definately not planned and I don't know anyone that works there personnally either so all of that was quite a surprise, my 15 minutes of fame perhaps ??? Anyway as far as moderators censoring negative comments, well, I have no idea whether that's going on or not but if it is it certainly isn't necessary, as I posted before, all comments are welcomed positive or negative. The fact that most comments so far have been positive allthough 25% polled said that I should have left it alone only shows that this forum is made up of very classy individuals, like mom always said "if you have nothing good to say .............................." So thanks all for the nice words and happy riding to all.
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« Reply #61 on: October 27, 2010, 07:17:52 PM » |
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I'm just amazed by the censorship of the mods. When this thread started, I remember reading comments made by those who didn't like the bike. Seems they have disappeared to be replaced solely by those who did. That's messed up. As long as the comments were within the rules of the board, they should have been left up. Almost 1/4 of the people who voted, 24.5%, didn't like it.
Marty Marty, to be fair and confirm that it is your memory that's deficient, I just went through fifteen pages of moderation log. No entries were deleted from this thread.
If you're that upset by what you imagine to be the activities of the moderators, drop me a line and we'll be happy to refund you fees in their entirety.
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« Reply #62 on: October 27, 2010, 07:33:44 PM » |
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« Reply #63 on: October 28, 2010, 01:38:49 PM » |
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Darn NICE bobber / likin' it simple
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« Reply #64 on: October 28, 2010, 02:16:23 PM » |
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« Reply #65 on: October 28, 2010, 03:04:23 PM » |
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I love it, looks great 
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« Reply #66 on: March 27, 2011, 03:50:52 PM » |
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I love it, looks great  Thanks for all the nice remarks.....
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« Reply #67 on: March 27, 2011, 05:31:18 PM » |
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I agree with the car tire on the back. would set it off. otherwise, beautiful bobber!!! nothing like a good bar hopper to complete anyones garage!!
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« Reply #68 on: March 28, 2011, 04:09:01 AM » |
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Wow, what a tranformation.... Nice job for small bucks. Great write-up in the mag too. 
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« Reply #69 on: March 28, 2011, 04:29:37 AM » |
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meancana - I like what you did .... looks b*tchin'  If you don't mind me saying, The one thing that came to mind right away was exhaust wrap on the black headers. I think it would really accent the large cans and give it that "old school" look !!
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« Reply #70 on: March 28, 2011, 07:45:22 AM » |
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How did you do the side covers? Modify them or are they from another bike?
They are from scratch.... shaped sheet metal !! Very nice! The side covers are my fav detail. Demonstrates a lot of thought and it allows the frame to be seen. Bad Ass 
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« Reply #71 on: March 28, 2011, 07:53:00 AM » |
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Really like the flat black exhaust. What did you paint the header pipes with? Technique used? Mine are like yours in the before pics. Kinda getting a bit golden.
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« Reply #72 on: March 28, 2011, 06:28:22 PM » |
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Really like the flat black exhaust. What did you paint the header pipes with? Technique used? Mine are like yours in the before pics. Kinda getting a bit golden. mine were golden as well, I had them powder coated in mat black, looks great and really durable as well. Thanks for the nice words....
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« Reply #73 on: July 30, 2014, 12:31:51 PM » |
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I know this is an old thread....but, what was used for the rear fender. I saw that was asked but did not see where the OP answered it...soooooo anybody please chime in on the fender
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« Reply #74 on: July 30, 2014, 12:37:47 PM » |
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Same bike? Looks like he took the advice of a car tire 
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« Reply #75 on: July 30, 2014, 12:49:26 PM » |
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I know this is an old thread....but, what was used for the rear fender. I saw that was asked but did not see where the OP answered it...soooooo anybody please chime in on the fender
I think he said it was a trailer fender for $20
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« Reply #76 on: July 31, 2014, 03:39:20 AM » |
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Very very nice, good work...single seat, it's the only way to go.. 
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« Reply #77 on: July 31, 2014, 05:06:25 AM » |
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Same bike? Looks like he took the advice of a car tire  . . . And he shortened the pipes, took off the luggage rack that really didn't follow the curve of the fender and painted the pumpkin black. Looks great!The fender must float with the swing arm?
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« Reply #78 on: July 31, 2014, 09:22:26 AM » |
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Needs BLACK wheels! 
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« Reply #79 on: July 31, 2014, 09:51:19 AM » |
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Same bike? Looks like he took the advice of a car tire . . . And he shortened the pipes, took off the luggage rack that really didn't follow the curve of the fender and painted the pumpkin black. Looks great! The fender must float with the swing arm? And the saddle is from the pillion.
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