1973 Harley Davidson Shovelhead build 

Yessir! This is my first shovel. So been trying to take my time with it. I love.

yea fuck new bikes

@@nicolasbustos9686 Why? They're superior in virtually every way.

@@geneharrogate6911 Yeah, except they have no soul. New bikes seem like a kitchen appliances, functional yes but no soul.

@@christopherhughes8402 Clearly you haven't spent any time on a late model Ducati.

Thats awesome man. I'm limited on space so its one toy for me now and days. My last place I had 3 bikes also haha

i'm trying to get my first harley obviously i see the sportys are more cheaper 48 883 1200 and good for beginners i also rly like dyna street bob . what's a good starter bike i could get for about 3,000 ? also i have read 50k miles on a moto is high are you guys just putting new engines in ? thanks

Sportster should do you right

@@RustinRoberts That Sportster S is so fun to ride.

Yea man, tried to keep it nice and clean

Anything is for sale at the right price =) haha Go ahead and get you one man! Life it too short to go without having fun.

I was born in 1972 and I have a 72 shovel. They’re out there, but getting harder to find.

Oh yeah!

Well this ones rebuilt =) haha

I need the engine Brother ha ha ,really

Do you have the other ?

I sure do!

Right on! Thanks!

Shovels don’t shift on the right side and that’s an open BELT primary. But you’re right about it being well done.

I feel you man. 🙏🏾

Every time! Just need that warmer weather. NYC is still doing it’s slow transition into spring 😭

Right on!

Much love! Thanks for the feedback

Thanks 🤙🏾

Thanks man! I think everyone should by one and give it a ride.

Glad you like it!

Thanks man! I actually have another master on the way here that I will have to fab up another bracket to work. This one is updated and has the banjo style fitting on the end =) My current setup hasn't given me any issues. Even on long rides. The stainless steel braided line with the heat wrapped pipe, all that together seems to be keeping the heat to a minimum luckily.

@@archstanton3379 Ill be switching to PM rear caliper soon =)

I lost count on toys I've sold that I miss haha

Where did you get that carburetor filter cover

Thank you!

Glad you like it! Check out some of the other videos when ya can 🫡

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Appreciate it ✌🏾

yea its still a bit chilly over here in NYC

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Thank you!

Glad you like it!

Thank you !

Thanks for listening!

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Me too 😂

Glad you enjoyed it

Low Idle ftw

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I love it

Thanks bud. She is sold and I miss her already. ON to the next one haha

Thanks man! Good luck with the build!

Thanks Homie!

@@RustinRoberts no doubt. I have to catch up with you sometime. Looking forward to cruising this season.

Thanks Homie!

It was an extremely rough ride. Which is exactly why I sold it haha. Cool ass bike though.

Thank you very much!

Yessirrr

Not gonna rebuilds itself! Get to it!

😂 thanks dude

That the flat air cleaner is from old-stf.com/

@@RustinRoberts Thanks Bud !

Frame is in the near future 👍🏾

@@RustinRoberts cool brother.

These are Indian Larry ape hangers

It’s got it’s uncomfortable spots but I don’t ride to make it feel like I’m on a comfy couch 🤷🏽‍♂️

Rear end was just a 10" hole to hole solid strut

@@RustinRoberts ah okay so no shock or anything of that nature under the seat or anything? I’m new to the bike world and I’d like to snag one of these eventually.

I did end up putting springs under that seat but I feel like it made it worse

Haha never too late man. Appreciate you stopping by. This is 18' springer from MID-USA. I also run this on my softail chopper.

@@RustinRoberts thanks man. Got a 77 fxe that I’ve been locking to put a springer on.

Go get it dude!

I agree. I wanted to do shocks but I couldn’t achieve the proper stance I was looking for without having the tire rubbing inside the custom fender.

Nice man. They are great!

Thank you 🙏🏾 it’s 18”

I was eyeballing that springer as well. Care to share what brand it is? And the size of your front wheel and length of your rear struts? Diggin that stance man. Nice work.

Nvmd. I just saw your answers further down in other reply’s. Thanks for posting the video man. Best of luck with your build.

Thank you!

I got mine from MidUSA. Good quality American made parts for sure.

It’s not bad. I’m on the short side so it isn’t bad for me. I’ve ridden it for almost a full day with normal fatigue I’d feel from riding a dyna

Yea I wont be riding this way forever haha

This is a 13x13 ft car port by Shelterlogic

@@RustinRoberts thank you!

Wil keep that in mind. Thanks for the feedback!

Its Shovel. The font I used makes the V look like a B for some reason =/

I actually like the compact look on these bikes but I see what you mean!

19 up front and 16 rear

@@RustinRoberts thought so, thanks. I’m trying to find a 19” for my evo fatboy and I’m having a hard time

Its the shovelhead song

Music please lol

Sunset n Bechz by Ofshane

Nothing is never not for sale haha. Money talks and I like money haha

@@RustinRoberts how much you thinking,I have to pay to have it shipped.

@@rickwilson2398 I'd let her go for $14k

I Do my best

So far I haven't had any issues. Usually they dont bother anyone on Harleys. Its the loud cars they are trying to catch and kids on dirty bikes/quads.

These bikes need to be saved for future generations to enjoy. You're not the owner of this machine, you're only a caretaker. Think about that.

That’s what museums are for. A stock anything is just boring to be and there is a subculture of Harley that needs to be taught also. Cheers 🤘🏾

@@RustinRoberts I think you've missed the point. Future generations of motorcyclists won't be riding those bikes in museums for the same reason today's generations don't fly aircraft found in museum's. It's not possible. That's why they are in museum's. That is why motorcyclists need to preserve these bikes so others can ride and enjoy them. You can fabricate you own frames and engines and transmissions or buy from someone who does and then modify them to your liking. What you're doing is selfish and thoughtless. Have some respect for the sport and other people.

@@thespiritof76. I guess myself all of us that modify/fab our own bikes are selfish then.

@@RustinRoberts You said it. Don't forget selfish,arrogant,untalented and careless.

18” 🤘🏾

Appreciate the feedback! Thanks