08-01-2014, 09:36 PM
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Wifeys "pink" Harley
Had a few enquiries about this.. Sportster 1200XL Wife had a friend with cancer and wanted me to do her bike pink. So I lowered it, added solo seat, stretch fat tank, Custom front + rear fender, cats eye back light, crash bars.. Custom number plate. Pink ribbon stud in fender.. I learned on a TY50p (50cc) She learned on a 1200 Harley lol.. Hats off to her.
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08-01-2014, 10:05 PM
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I have to say, that Sporty is dynamite to ride!! But, as it's pink.. I kinda avoid it these days.. She's not daft haha
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08-02-2014, 12:48 AM
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Nice job! It looks like the perfect height for her.
What's the story with the Yamaha in the first pic?
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08-02-2014, 03:15 AM
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I would also avoid riding a pink motorcycle.
 However, it's a beautiful color for a lady. 
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08-02-2014, 08:05 AM
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It cost me 345.00 UK Pounds in 1976 Free coat too. So, credit to Wifey for tackling a 1200cc for her first bike. I had her on car parks and dead end roads for weeks.. She was very nervous.. I was too.. Scared the crap out of me, but she can handle it and loves riding. Also added a cam to the clutch as it was a struggle for her to pull in.And thanks to Spud for the kind words.. I think I unleashed a beast.. She wants a softail now! 
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08-02-2014, 01:07 PM
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Sweet little Yamaha; Suzuki also used trials tires on dual sport bikes back then. Were you born in the UK?
Do you have a close-up of the ribbon stud in the fender?
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08-05-2014, 10:15 PM
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08-07-2014, 10:25 AM
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Hey Dossbag, may we see the Triumphs that are noted in your sig?
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08-07-2014, 03:43 PM
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08-08-2014, 12:52 AM
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I love both of 'em! Thanks for the pics.
The pink ribbon stud is a nice touch on your wife's bike.
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08-14-2014, 04:49 PM
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Look great! You've done a great job with her Sporty and your other collection is awesome! As I stated in another thread, it's good to see somene else here has a "better half" that rides her own. I'd much rather ride with Mrs 2LZ than any of my male friends. It also makes for the perfect family vacation! Separate vehicles! ;-)
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08-16-2014, 12:40 AM
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I'm working on getting Mrs. Weldangrind on a bike, but I'm concerned that she'll like my TW200 too much. I might not get it back.
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08-18-2014, 05:51 PM
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