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H&H Classic Auction @ National Motorcycle Museum | Solihull, West Midlands
30th Oct, 2024 11:00
2005 Harley Davidson Cafe Racer
No Reserve
Registration No: AE55 CYL
Frame No: 5HD4CKM136K403997
MOT: None
Hogbitz HD Sportster based Cafe Racer
XL883R motor with a 1200cc conversion
Being offered at 'no reserve', supplied with a V5C
Harley Davidson was established in Milwaukee in 1903 and has gone on to become one of the world's most iconic and longest-running motorcycle manufacturers. Harley epitomizes large-capacity cruisers that many have tried to copy but have never managed to match Harley's image and prestige. The Sportster range has been produced continuously since 1957, powered by the classic air-cooled V-twin engine in a simple chassis and the model has formed the basis of many custom specials over the years.
This stunning looking custom bike, being offered at 'no reserve', evokes the spirit of a classic 1960s Norvin or Egli Vincent Cafe Racer. It appears to have been put together by Hogbitz, starting with a standard XL883R Sportster that has then had a 1200cc conversion, according to the V5C. The chassis has been modified to Cafe Racer spec by fitting bespoke rear sets, clip on handlebars, alloy mudguards, single sports seat, separate Smiths-style speedo and tacho, twin disc front brakes, two-into-one exhaust with a Gold Star replica silencer, all topped off with a curvacious petrol tank sporting a cheeky 'HRD'-style tank logo. This bike really stands out from the crowd and will be a talking point at any bike gathering. It comes supplied with a few old MOTs and a current V5C.
