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Fitting Early Style Meat-Balls Springers To Late Model Bikes
Posted on February 20 2018
This blog is a generic look at what typically may be involved in fitting a Early Style Meatballs Springer to later model Harley's that have steering locks in the neck of the frame. Typically the steering locks and some steering stops will fowl with the springer and will need to...
A look at 1970s Softail Chopper Frames by Andrew (Prof) from Choppers Australia
Posted on November 30 2017
This interesting article was researched by Andrew (Prof) from Choppers Australia, he's a wealth of knowledge when it comes to choppers in any shape, style or period. Andrew has generously allowed me to post this article. Be sure to have a look at Choppers Australia Web Page.
Early Style Meat-Balls Springer Fitted to 2012 883 Iron Sportster
Posted on August 21 2017
Harry G recently purchased an 18inch Black Early Style Meat-Balls Springer for his 2012 Iron 883 Sportster. The following photos and text is how Harry converted his late model Sportster from standard telescopic front end to Meat-Balls Early Style Springer front end. Most motorcycle enthusiasts would have to agree that...
Idiot Proof Wiring Diagrams for 74's and Sportsters
Posted on August 04 2017
Idiot Proof Wiring Diagrams for Big Twin 74's and Sportsters. Wiring your Harley Davidson Chopper/Bobber/Café Racer doesn't have to be high stress if you stick to the basics. These simplified diagrams I copied from and old Easyriders magazine shows how basic it can be. If you've been around for a...
Anatomy Of A Meat-Balls Springer
Posted on July 25 2017
In the next 10 photos we'll have a close look at each individual component of an early style Meat-Balls Springer. (1) Rigid fork leg - 3/16 inch wall thickness (forged) (2) Spring fork leg - 1 inch OD - 1/8 inch wall thickness (seamless tube) (3) Brake stay lug (4)...
A brief look at the Ironhead Sportster
Posted on July 14 2017
Up until probably 10 years ago only the hardened Harley enthusiast showed any real love for the humble Ironhead Sportster. Wow has that changed! The Iron Head Sporty is now in huge demand with builders and enthusiasts across Australia and the rest of the world. Produced by Harley-Davidson from 1957...
What Springer will suit my bike or project ?
Posted on July 04 2017
Today’s enthusiasts and chopper builder’s have a number of options to consider when it comes to choosing a front end for their existing bike or new project. Over the years choppers have been built with Rigid Forks, Spirders, Girders, Telescopic and a wide variety of Springer Forks. Here I will...
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