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The Hitchcock Rigid Conversion
Mission Statement
This blog has been set up as a record of my attempt to build a cool Bobber style bike out of the Royal Enfield Bullet. With the cost of genuine early British and American bikes and parts spiralling upwards in the face of the current global economic climate, building a retro style custom is rapidly becoming cost prohibitive. Initially, there will be a period of accruing parts and information as the bike I intend to re-create is my daily rider.
I have heard so many horror stories about the Indian made Bullet from people who's mate used to have one, that I have lost count. All I can say is that I have covered over 20,000 miles on mine in the last three and a half years, and feel happy that it is quite capable of doing another 20.
So if you like the idea or just curious, you are welcome to come along for the ride.
I can't decide if that is a simple & reasonably elegant option to hardtail the standard frame!! I would think that you would need more than the two bolts on the upper suspension mounts? Hey what do I know!!
Yes I was looking at that rear section too! A better shot of it on the brat pack site, got me thinking about the nacelle idea too... it is growing on me after a few months of completely ignoring it. Nice exhaust though.
I can't decide if that is a simple & reasonably elegant option to hardtail the standard frame!! I would think that you would need more than the two bolts on the upper suspension mounts?
ReplyDeleteHey what do I know!!
Cheers - Shirty
Yes I was looking at that rear section too! A better shot of it on the brat pack site, got me thinking about the nacelle idea too... it is growing on me after a few months of completely ignoring it. Nice exhaust though.
ReplyDeleteWhats the web address for the brat pack site?
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