81 Sporty update

[jrotten1369]

I've gotten this far on the Sporty. I painted the frame, tank, and fenders. Rustoleum spray bomb, thank you very much. I moved the coil, moved the factory oil filter to down behind the primary,raised the front of the tank, and modified the oil tank. I also hammered out a piece of tin to cover the battery. When I bought this bike in August my total budget was 2600 bucks. I paid 2300 for the bike and that left me 300 bucks to do this project. I did it! The main reason for the 300 dollar budget was because that's all I had to my name!! LOL! No really, I'm saving for a weld-on hardtail from Led Sled customs. So tell me what ya think. And, I'm not real crazy about the rear fender but a friend of mine just scored a 77 Sporty and I want to save the fender in case he wants it for his ride.Still have to finish the pipes and sear mounting but that won't take long.

[Bill in SC]

Yes, it looks mighty fine... except the rear fender! ;-) Keep us posted on your progress.
Bill inSC

[kgdb]

Yep, think about swapping out that rear fender and then ride the crap out of it. Looks groovy to me!

[jerseymutt]

I have already commented on the rear fender and you mentioned it so I won't have to so other then the rear fender the bike is looking sharp. I really like the raised tank. Nothing looks more agressive then a Sporty in black, someday I might have to try one again.

Mutt

[jrotten1369]

Thanx guys. I will post the finished bike shortly and then it's back on the VW trike. Ya know, there's not alot of activity on this board but for some reason, I like it. But, I have always rooted for the underdog. LOL. Have a good evening.

[jerseymutt]

Originally Posted by jrotten1369

Ya know, there's not alot of activity on this board but for some reason, I like it. But, I have always rooted for the underdog. LOL. Have a good evening.

We're more of an elite group, quality over quantity.

Mutt