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My electric bike, a modified Schwinn Hornet:

Im planning to paint the red rim and red bit on the forks in back. I think a vintage style seat would be good too. And different bars, though i havent seen the right ones yet.

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Controller in where the drink holder was. Drink holder sounds cool but is really stupid.

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Made torque arms for both sides.

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The top of the reversed rear rack is secured so...

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The Ratfink is a very well made bike for a chopper, usually they are total crap to ride, but this one is real nice.

The attention to detail is very good.

It has a custom seat, some cool framework (all alloy), mega long chain and guard, wild rear dropouts and dice valvecaps.

Also managed to pick up an old HD saddlebag for $10, it had a small hole from the previous owner sliding down the road, but it is in good nik, only fits the Ratfink, because on a normal bike its too close to the pedals.

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Ps: anyone notice a common theme? I just realized when i looked at my post. :laugh:

Edited by D.I.Y. Mik

Had a bit of fun yesterday!

Also,

My car is no longer for sale!

I like this. Why the change of mind? Come to the cruise on the 15th :D

You were getting a bit annoyed with the car in front were you? :P

Edited by RosieR34

I like this. Why the change of mind? Come to the cruise on the 15th :D

New job with Fifth Gear Motoring. They give me a car, so I'll only be paying rego for one car, the skyline :)

That's pretty cool. What do you do?

You've probably seen the mini coopers around :)

Mainly learner lessons, but also skid pan days (as above ^^), defensive driver courses and track days. I should be up and running in 4-6 weeks if all goes to plan

Edited by dontyellpl0x
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