Superhawk chopper?
04-14-2008, 09:14 PM
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Superhawk chopper?
I have an extra engine and have been thinking of stuffing it in to a custom chopper frame. I've found some places that sell cb750 specific rolling chassis, where the 750 is a direct bolt in, but have yet to see anything for a S'hawk engine. Anyone else out there come across a chopper/cruiser frame that will fit a vtr engine somewhat easily, or will it take a custom build? THX!
04-17-2008, 01:18 PM
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Has anyone noticed it doesn't have a gas tank? The front is an airbox cover (or for twin filters maybe). You can see the intake cutouts near the steering neck. The rear portion is lower than the carbs so a petcock wouldn't work but there's certainly no room for a pump. A true custom show bike. Nicely done but......
What I don't understand about these kinds of bikes is the economics. I mean they put a lot time and money into these things but who would buy a non-runner? Especially at the stratospheric prices bantered about: $50-100k, etc. in their descriptions. Maybe they use these overpriced paperweights as tax write offs for advertising?
What I don't understand about these kinds of bikes is the economics. I mean they put a lot time and money into these things but who would buy a non-runner? Especially at the stratospheric prices bantered about: $50-100k, etc. in their descriptions. Maybe they use these overpriced paperweights as tax write offs for advertising?
04-17-2008, 06:13 PM
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I'm not starting a debate just FYI. The article reads "Unique Custom Cycles fabricated the aluminium airbox/fuel tank which resides under a gas strut-supported composite cover."
I just want to keep imagining riding that sucker. I can't see someone spending that much time/money on a piece that doesn't run.
I just want to keep imagining riding that sucker. I can't see someone spending that much time/money on a piece that doesn't run.
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