Falconrider76
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Those things look like they sit like an old iron head sportster I use to own(1979 model)... did you rake the front forks on them?
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Perry
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No. The Custom was a bit more raked than the other models, and with the split-level seat and tall front wheel it was supposed to have a bit of a cruiser look. In fact, the one on the right I pulled the tubes down an inch. On the race bike I have an 18" front wheel, instead of the stock 19", so that makes the forks look taller.
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Falconrider76
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Well, it looks really cool... seems like it rides real well too, considering the photo you posted of you on the track. The reason I ended up getting rid of my sporty was bcs the thing handled like a brick. My first bike was a CX 500, it was so easy to ride and Hondas just handle so well, in the end I just wanted to get back on one. What are your thoughts on the custom? And if you don't mind, my bike is completely stock, but I've been thinking of making some minor updates. Like maybe newer shocks, and...? I'm not really sure what else that wouldn't alter the bike too much(I had been thinking of electronic ignition instead of the points and also individual breathers for the carbs instead of the stock box)
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Perry
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Our bikes are pretty different, I don't know how much you can compare the SOHC and the DOHC. My original bike is 99% stock and I don't have a single complaint about how it rides and handles. I wouldn't change anything. However, my intention was a stock restoration. Obviously, you can improve on 45–50-year-old technology so any upgrades are going to help.
lbaylog
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Which parts do you need ?
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A friend brought his K1 to bike night a couple weeks ago
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This is his dad's K1 that he restored a few years ago.
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